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Horsey Gap – gray concrete building near green grass field under blue sky during daytime📷 Photo by Louis Tripp on Unsplash

Horsey Gap

Horsey, United Kingdom

Nature

A gap in the dunes on a wild stretch of the east coast where grey seals come ashore to have their pups in winter. Watch from the dune top and keep your distance.

Nearest town
Horsey, United Kingdom
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
52.7570, 1.6440

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and October. Cold, short days in January. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • United Kingdom: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Drive on the left. Some bridges and tunnels charge tolls.

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Campsites nearby

All campsites in United Kingdom · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Horsey Gap?

Horsey Gap is in Horsey, United Kingdom, at GPS 52.7570, 1.6440. It is about 27 km from Norwich.

Can you camp near Horsey Gap?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Dune Lodge Caravan Park, about 4 km away; within 25 km there are 125 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Horsey Gap?

Horsey Gap is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: North Norfolk coast: seals, saltmarsh and sand.

What is there to see near Horsey Gap?

Places worth a stop nearby: Blakeney Point seals (49 km), Holkham Beach (61 km), Hunstanton Cliffs (81 km) and Canterbury Cathedral (169 km).

When is the best time to visit Horsey Gap?

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)