Great Yarmouth is a seaside town located in Norfolk, East of England. After the opening of the railway in 1844, Great Yarmouth had undergone development which saw an influx of both visitors and new residents alike. The area has seen many regeneration projects, and so remains one of the more popular thriving seaside destinations to visit within the UK. With a coastline that stretches along 15 miles of sandy beaches as well as a central beach which sits between the Britannia and Wellington Piers, Great Yarmouth boasts many stunning views and areas to be explored.
Visitors and residents of Great Yarmouth have many entertainment options to enjoy, such as, Sea Life, Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens, Hidden Meadows Suffolk Glamping, Hidden Meadows Suffolk Glamping and more. There are also some idyllic attractions to visit, including The Pleasure Beach, Great Yarmouth Central Beach, Elizabethan House Museum, Merrivale Model Village, Time & Tide Museum and Great Yarmouth Minster.
Great Yarmouth has a particularly higher crime rate than other medium-sized towns in Norfolk. Great Yarmouth has a crime rate 57% higher than the East of England and 53% higher than England, Wales & Northern Ireland as a whole.
Only a small handful of secure parking spaces are available across Great Yarmouth. Market Gates Shopping Centre, North River Road, King Street and Napier Howard Street are all nearby options within 10 minutes of the area.
A good selection of nightlife venues are found within Great Yarmouth. With Bars, Pubs and Restaurants on offer, residents can head to the popular spots of Peggotys Lounge, Uptown Bar, Fallen Angels, The Duke of Wellington and more.
Parents have a wide range of local Schools in and around the area. Education options include, Southtown Primary School, St Mary & St Peter Catholic Primary School, Great Yarmouth Primary Academy and Edward Worlledge Ormiston Academy.
There are many open green spaces within Great Yarmouth, with St George's Park, Anchor Gardens, Bure Park and Priory Gardens, dog walkers have some lovely parks to explore.
Great Yarmouth Railway Station is mainly served by Greater Anglia Trains and provides transport to surrounding areas whilst also connecting Norwich to Great Yarmouth. Local Buses and Coaches are also found in the area.