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Waxham Sands Holiday Park

88%

would recommend

Horsey, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk

HIGHLY RATED

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Waxham Sands Holiday Park is a family and dog-friendly site, with its own section of Waxham beach, just minutes from the gorgeous sands of Horsey Gap. Spacious grass pitches are perfect for your tent or tourer, with optional electric hookup too. Nestled on the Norfolk Coast, with spectacular surrounding views, this site is sure to make a memorable getaway. Onsite, you'll find a beach library and a playground for the kids to enjoy too!

Why you'll love it at Waxham Sands Holiday Park


Just a short walk to the sandy beach at Horsey Gap - perfect for seal spotting

Stunning views of the Norfolk Coast with great access to nearby attractions

Great onsite facilities including a doggy shower, beach toy library, free bodyboard hire and more!

About the site


This welcoming holiday park is set in the village of Waxham, on the iconic Norfolk Coast, surrounded by breathtaking views. The golden sands of the beach at Waxham and Horsey Gap are just a few minutes walk from the site, the perfect spot to play and explore or relax and unwind. Tents and tourers are welcome across the site's range of grass pitches, each allowing up to six guests. Pick between electric grass pitches up to 9m in length, and premium grass pitches up to 10m in length, each with an electric hook up. Guests here are in a prime spot for seal spotting at the famous Horsey Gap or days out on the beach where you can borrow a body board from the site and try your hand at riding the waves. Situated with the Broads National Park, you will also be surrounded by beautiful walking routes and waterways to explore. If you're wanting to enjoy a spot of al fresco cooking, gas and charcoal BBQs are allowed as long as they are raised off the ground. Dogs are welcome onsite, so make sure to make room for your four-legged friends! There are also holiday homes onsite.

"Every time we went to the beach we saw 10+ seals bobbing by the shore"

Olivia B

"Perfectly-placed for exploring the Norfolk Broads and it's costal area"

Angela W

"Absolutely loved this. Can't fault it, best place I've been in ages"

Anna T

"Staff were some of the friendliest and most helpful people I've ever met."

Shannon A

"Great location if you want a lovely, sandy beach ... added bonus of watching the seals swimming"

Joanne N

"Such a perfect location with the beach just a sand dune away"

Rebecca L

"Staff were very friendly and helpful. Plenty of walks onsite for dogs including a lovely wild meadow"

Anne B

"The site loves animals, there's a doggy spa, doggy treats outside the shop, and doggy ice cream"

Allison P

Waxham Sands Holiday Park is open from 02/05 to 30/09.

BH & HPA

Facilities and amenities

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

CafΓ© / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

Bike hire

Communal BBQ

Electric hookups

Kids playground

Laundry

Near beach

Near pub

Peaceful

WiFi

Site facilites include shower and toilet facilities, baby change, which are disabled-friendly. There is also washing up areas and an onsite shop.

There are two playgrounds for the kids, a communal safari dining tent with games to play, a vendor food court, a communal firepit, a playing field, a beach toy library, table tennis, boules court, free body board hire, tandem bike hire, herb garden, nature area and a laundry room.

For dogs, there is a doggy shower and humans can enjoy an outdoor beach shower too.

It's just a short walk to the sandy beach of Horsey Gap, with the Nelson Head pub a five minute drive and the Reef bar a ten minute drive from the site.


A note from the site themselves...

Waxham Sands is part of the Lovat Parks Group, a family owned company that is passionate about creating Holiday sites that give that 'Back to nature' feel. BCorp registered, meaning we work with agencies to become more Environmentally Friendly and sustainable.

Using local businesses to supply our General store and working with and promoting the local community. We are passionate about creating memorable holidays and adventures for all the family.


Map and address

Park address

Waxham Sands Holiday Park,

Warren Farm, Palling Road, Horsey, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR29 4EJ

Coordinates

52.7631, 1.6440 | TG 45 24

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Waxham Sands Holiday Park is ideal for...

Couples

Duke of Edinburgh Award

Older children (13+)

Young children


There are 198 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

40 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

These spacious grass pitches are ideal for any tent or tourer up to 9m in length. No electric hook up. Up to two dogs are welcome per pitch.

107 x Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

These spacious grass pitches are ideal for any tent or tourer up to 9m in length. There are 6 amp electric hook ups available. Up to two dogs are welcome per pitch.

51 x Premium Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Grass pitches for tents, roof tents and tourers up to 10m in length with 16 amp electric hook up. Up to two dogs are welcome per pitch.


Waxham Sands Holiday Park reviews

88%

would recommend

Overall
4.62
Location
4.85
Value for money
4.64
Service
4.68
Facilities
4.42
Cleanliness
4.54

Lovely stay

Liz L

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Motorhome - Premium Grass Pitches May 2025

We were really happy with our stay here. Lovely informative staff, nice area and good price for staying in our campervan. The park was lovely for the kids, and the beach being a short walk away was perfect!! I'm quite funny about using public toilets etc but these were kept in a nice clean condition, and I had no issues there either. We will definitely be returning

Brilliant location

Honor M

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Tent - Premium Grass Pitches May 2025

Excellent place to camp staff are all lovely. Had a great time.

Peaceful and friendly site with beach just short stroll away

Suzanne C

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VW-Type Campervan - Electric Grass PitchesMay 2025

I booked this spot because I love Horsey and the seals, so wanted to camp close by. Despite it being May half term, it was surprisingly peaceful and quiet on the site (I was travelling solo). The reception staff were very warm and helpful. I hadn't used my electric hook-up before, and they were lovely and helpful about it: reassured me that the on-site maintenance could show me how if I got stuck. Toilets and showers very clean and regularly maintained. Never ran out of loo roll! The pop up food and bar vans were a lovely perk too. Beautiful walks direct from the campsite onto the Norfolk coast path. 2 min walk to beach over dunes. Very family and dog friendly site. Even includes a doggy shower 'spa' area which is lovely! There is only one shower block, which was fine when I was there but for the size of the site, it could maybe do with another block especially in the busier Summer months. The showers don't open until 8am. I would have preferred earlier opening for the showers, but wonder if this might be set times for safety? That was my only slight niggle. This is a great site. For families, couples and solo travellers. I will definitely be returning in the future 😊

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FAQ

Dogs are more than welcome onsite. They must remain accompanied and on leads throughout the park to avoid disturbing other guests.

Absolutely! This site is ideal for families, with a playground onsite for the little ones to enjoy.

Awnings are accepted as long as they fit within your pitch. There is a small charge for awnings. Gazebos and pup tents are not allowed.

Check-in is available from noon until 5pm. Departure is due before 10am on your last day.

The site caters for families and couples only. The site does not accept group bookings of two or more pitches unless by prior arrangement.

Only gas or charcoal BBQs are allowed, and these must be raised off the ground. Fires and firepits are not allowed.

On the Electric Grass Pitches, you'll have access to a 6 amp electric hook up. On the Premium Grass Pitches, there are 16 amp electric hook ups.

Yes, WiFi is available at no extra cost.

Yes, there is a shop selling essential items.

No there isn't a restaurant on site but the Nelson Head pub is a five minute drive away and the Reef bar is a ten minute drive away.

The closest train stations are Acle (27 minutes), Hoveton and Wroxham (27 minutes) and Great Yarmouth (30 minutes).

Continental caravans must be arranged at the time of booking.

Yes, charging points are provided at an extra charge.

There are two local taxi companies, Albies Taxis (01493 331111) and Compass Taxis Great Yarmouth (01493 445544).

Yes, there is direct access to Horsey Gap beach from the site.

No, sorry there are no grey waste facilities on site.

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Things to do on site and in the Great Yarmouth area

With direct access to the beach, the site is a prime location for days walking along the beach, catching a tan or enjoying a dip in the sea. A short walk will take you to the famous Horsey Gap known for its wonderful sea-spotting opportunities.

The National Trust - Horsey Windpump is just a five minute drive away. Here you can climb the five floors of the restored windmill with glorious views across The Broads to enjoy from the top.

For some family fun, Wroxham Barns can be found a 25 minute drive away. The leisure complex offers everything from farm animals, indoor play, shopping and restaurants!

Other nearby attractions:

  • East Ruston Old Vicarage Garden (20 minutes)
  • Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens (25 minutes)
  • BeWILDerwood Norfolk (30 minutes)
  • Britannia Pier (30 minutes)
  • National Trust - Elizabethan House Museum (30 minutes)
The listing for Waxham Sands Holiday Park was last updated on June 9th, 2025 at 1:30 AM

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