Journal

10 things to do during winter in North Norfolk

Winter is a magical time to enjoy a break in North Norfolk. The air is crisp, the beaches are wild and peaceful, and the wildlife is most spectacular.

What’s the buzz?

Catherine Leach is a hobby beekeeper too, and has brought some bees down to Pinewoods whilst the sea lavender is out, to help pollinate it!

Winter 2020/21 Wildlife at Holkham

Andy Bloomfield, Senior Warden Holkham NNR shares photos and updates from Holkham National Nature Reserve, where many birds choose to overwinter.

The best places to eat in Wells-next-the-Sea and North Norfolk

The Pinewoods team have shared their favourite cafés and restaurants in Wells-next-the-Sea or the surrounding North Norfolk towns and villages.

The tide is high

In December 2018, I joined Wells Coastguard Search & Rescue team. I am very lucky that Pinewoods allow me to leave work when we receive a call out.

20 things to do with kids in Wells-next-the-Sea this summer

The summer holidays are a popular time to come to Wells. Let’s explore some of the best things to do with kids in Wells-next-the-Sea this summer

Things to do in North Norfolk in Spring 2025

The area isn’t as busy as the peak summer months, so you can avoid the crowds, and there’s so much to enjoy here in Wells-next-the-Sea and across North Norfolk

Wells-next-the-Sea – our guide to the best place in North Norfolk!

With its sweeping sandy beach, candy-coloured beach huts, bustling quay and friendly atmosphere, it’s easy to see why visitors return year after year.

10 reasons to buy a static caravan holiday home at Pinewoods

Buying your own static caravan holiday home is a big decision, and there are several things to consider if you’re planning to make such a purchase.

Your Home From Home

An update on holiday home sales from Corinne Bishop and Maggie Smith. After a very quiet winter it has been marvellous to welcome you back to the park.

Shop til you drop with Ghretta

Hi I am Ghretta, I have recently started at Pinewoods as Shop Supervisor. I hope to meet you soon in the shop if we have not met already!

Product of the month this September

We are passionate about supporting our local community. In our shop, we stock a variety of products from local suppliers, chosen by us especially for you.

Wells Beach shuttle bus

We are excited to announce our pioneering fully electric bus. Designed to accommodate accessible needs and can be lowered to kerb height with an access ramp

Safer sea swimming at Wells

To make sure everyone gets to enjoy our beautiful waters as safely as possible, I wish to share with you some of my personal experiences and tips from the RNLI

Safe and sound when water is around

Our beautiful coastline attracts many people at this time of year, and we want everyone to remain safe. Water safety messaging is important to everyone

Autumn in North Norfolk: the 10 best things to do

Autumn is a fantastic time to enjoy a weekend break or a longer holiday on the North Norfolk coast. It’s quieter than the preceding months, and the sunsets are spectacular!

A souvenir from Wells

As well as your usual selection of groceries, you’ll also find some interesting gifts, knickknacks and treats made by very talented local artisans.

Seal rescues and happy endings

One of the best ways to get into the festive spirit is to wander surrounded by the sparkling of Christmas lights. North Norfolk may be best known for its beaches (and rightly so!),

A greener future at Pinewoods

We were delighted to receive the Green Tourism Gold Award earlier in the year showing our commitment to sustainability across the park and wider estate.

Where to see Christmas lights in North Norfolk (2025)

North Norfolk may be best known for its beaches (and rightly so!), but come December, our coastal towns and attractions become a softly glowing wonderland.

Christmas in North Norfolk: Festive fun and Christmas events

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and a truly special time to visit North Norfolk! Forget sunny summer days in the sand — ‘tis the season for twinkling lights

October half term and Halloween fun in North Norfolk (2025)

North Norfolk is the perfect place to spend October half term and Halloween this year! Families can enjoy crisp autumn walks and spooky trails

9 dog friendly cafés, restaurants and pubs to try in North Norfolk

With our vast, sandy beaches, wide skies and miles of dog friendly walking trails to enjoy, Norfolk is the perfect holiday destination for dog owners.

7 best North Norfolk walks by the coast and in the countryside

North Norfolk is full of stunning scenery, with diverse landscapes like beaches, grazing and salt marshes, woodland, nature reserves, fields and parkland.

Crabbing in Norfolk: A guide to ‘gillying’ in Wells-next-the-Sea

No holiday in Wells-next-the-Sea or along the North Norfolk coast is complete without a spot of crabbing, or gillying as we call it locally!

Norfolk seal trips: Where to see seals on the Norfolk coast

No North Norfolk holiday is complete without a trip out to see the seals! Norfolk is home to thousands of seals, with several large colonies across the county.

6 best dog friendly beaches in North Norfolk

North Norfolk and dogs go together like a dog to a bone. It’s one of the most dog friendly areas in the UK, making it the a great choice for a holiday with your pup

Plan your Easter family caravan holiday in North Norfolk

If you’re looking to book a family caravan holiday in North Norfolk this Easter, we’ve put together some great ideas for your break!

Plan a paw-fect dog friendly caravan holiday in Norfolk

If you’re planning a caravan holiday in Norfolk and want to bring your furry friend, look no further than Pinewoods Holiday Park in Wells-next-the-Sea

Pinewoods 2024 WONDER wins

It’s been another busy year working on some projects to help reduce our environmental impact here at Pinewoods, and we thought we’d look back at our highlights

Get crafty at Pinewoods on Saturday 25th May

With guidance from Diane, you’ll make handmade papers containing flower seeds, so that once the paper has been used, it can be planted!

Five reasons to book an off-peak Norfolk break at Pinewoods Holiday Park

We’re firm believers that a trip to North Norfolk is always a good idea, but of course, there are times that will be more suited to you and your holiday needs

North Norfolk’s favourite street food pop-ups at Pinewoods – 2024

We’ve invited some of North Norfolk’s favourite street food pop-ups to Pinewoods Holiday Park this season, so that you can enjoy delicious food

Meet the team: Becky

For those of you that don’t yet know me, my name is Becky and I am the Park Operations Manager. I joined Pinewoods back in 2001.

The 2024 season is about to begin!

Whether you’re coming for your first Wells-next-the-Sea holiday or are a Pinewoods owner making regular trips, we look forward to welcoming you this year!

Meet the team: Emma

Hello, I’m Emma and I work in the Marketing Team at Holkham. Working with all the different businesses across the estate is a great job to have

Celebrating our Visit England Success

Last month, the Pinewoods and Wells Beach Bus teams were put under scrutiny during their annual Visit England Quality Assurance inspection.

10 reasons to stay at Pinewoods this June

Is June the perfect time to come to Wells-next-the-Sea? With long, warm days and less hustle and bustle than the height of the summer it probably is!

Meet the Pinewoods team: Diane

Hi folks, I’m Diane Pink. Born in Leicester, Wells-next-the-Sea and Pinewoods have produced the majority of my favourite memories growing up.

Food glorious food

We love to keep hearts happy and tummies full which is why we have a fantastic selection of local food trucks booked in visit us each week.

Our award-winning loos!

What helps to make a loo ‘eco-friendly’ you ask? Well, we have a selection of energy and water-saving facilities within our touring park toilets

Our 2021 Pinewoods highlights

The start of January is a popular time to look back at the previous year’s highlights, and we wanted to share these with you: our guests.

October’s product of the month: Whin Hill Cider

At Pinewoods, we’re proud to sell apple cider and apple juice from the very local, Wells-next-the-Sea based, Whin Hill Norfolk Cider company.

Pinewoods’ product of the month this August

We are passionate about supporting our local community in Wells and North Norfolk. In our shop, we stock a variety of products from local suppliers

Introducing WONDER – Holkham’s Sustainability And Conservation Action Plan

Sustainability and a pioneering spirit sit at the centre of Holkham’s vision – a vision which has given way to the creation and launch of WONDER

An introduction from the new General Manager

In my role I lead an experienced team responsible for an amazing 5* holiday park with over 600 privately owned caravan holiday homes, holiday home and lodges to hire

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Norwich

You can’t come to Norfolk without spending a day in Norwich. Rich in heritage, culture, and with a vibrant shopping offer and foodie scene, this medieval city will have you coming back for more.

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Wells Beach Bus

All aboard! Our bus service includes a fully electric bus and a 1951 Leyland Tiger, and will take you back and forth from the beach to the town in style!

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Holkham

Holkham, with its majestic Palladian Hall, Walled Garden, activities, events and acres of parkland to explore, is a must see and do on your visit to North Norfolk.