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Morston Quay
Explore the Norfolk Coast from Morston Quay
Morston Quay, Quay Lane, Morston, Norfolk, NR25 7BH
Important notice
The café and visitor welcome building are now closed for winter and will re-open on Friday 14 February.
Opening times for 22 February 2025
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Take away café open daily February to December. Opening times vary subject to the weather.
Dogs allowed
Please keep dogs under control. Ground nesting birds can be found across the Blakeney National Nature Reserve between March - August.
Car park
Free for National Trust members, please scan your membership card to obtain your ticket. £4 for up to 3 hours and £6 all day for non-National Trust members. Please be aware that the lower quay car park is liable to flooding on spring tides. Check tide times or ask a member of staff if you are unsure
Toilet
Toilets are open all year.
Accessible toilet available. The car park is liable to flooding, so please be aware of ground conditions.
Accessible toilet
An accessible toilet is available all year.
Induction loop
Designated parking
There are two designated parking spaces
Seating available
Outdoor accessible seating is available
By road
Morston Quay is on the A149. Once entering the village of Morston, the turning for the Quay is signposted on a sharp bend. Please be aware of vehicles exiting as the track narrows and has speed bumps in place.
Parking: Pay and display car park, free for National Trust members, please scan your membership card to obtain your ticket. £4 for up to 3 hours, £6 all day for non-National Trust members. Please be aware that the lower quay car park is liable to flooding. Check tide times or ask a member of staff if you are unsure.
Sat Nav: Morston Quay, Quay Lane, Holt NR25 7BH
On foot
Morston Quay is on the Norfolk Coastal path
By bus
Coasthopper bus stops in Morston. From there follow directions to Morston Quay on foot. Around a 5 minute walk.
Planning your visit
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Visiting Morston Quay with your dog
Planning to bring your dog to Morston Quay? Here's what you need to know, including where to explore and how to protect the wildlife that calls this special place home. Morston Quay is a two pawprint rated place.
Highlights
Seal trips
Locally operated ferry trips depart from Morston Quay and head to Blakeney Point, home to England's largest grey seal colony.
Morston Marshes
Pristine salt marsh and muddy creeks provide a haven for wildlife: brent geese, little egrets, spoonbills, marsh harriers and more.
Cafe
Serving hot and cold drinks, cakes, sandwiches, crisps and snacks. Outdoor picnic bench seating available.
Things to see and do
Activity
Seal trips from Morston Quay
The best way to get up close and personal with the wildlife on Blakeney Point is to book onto one of the locally operated ferry trips departing from Morston Quay.
Activity
Kayaking and paddle boarding at Morston Quay
Enjoy Norfolk’s vast open landscape and big skies as you canoe, kayak or paddle board through pristine salt marshes and enjoy the wildlife from a safe distance.
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Family activities at Morston Quay
From seal trips to walks along the North Norfolk coast and picnic spots, here's what you need to know about a family visit to Morston Quay.
Top trails
Trail
Circular walk from Morston Quay to Cockthorpe
A circular route amid salt marshes and waterways, taking in rare chalk downland, a disused airfield – and free-range pigs – along the way.
Eating and shopping
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Eating and shopping at Morston Quay
Enjoy freshly made food at Morston Quay café while you enjoy the view over the marshes and Blakeney Point in the distance.
Places to stay
Blakeney Lodge
A simple lodge by the salt marshes and on the edge of Blakeney National Nature Reserve.
Upcoming events
Event
Easter egg hunt at Morston Quay
This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Morston Quay on an Easter trail.
About Morston Quay
Morston Quay is situated just within the shelter of Blakeney Point. The point forms a wonderful backdrop to the quay area, with it's salt marshes in the foreground. Perfect for keen bird watchers, who might just catch a glimpse of brent geese, little egrets, spoonbills, marsh harriers and many more. Take a trip with one of the boat operators to see the seals on Blakeney Point.
On site is a visitor centre for walking trails and information. The café serves take away hot and cold drinks, cakes, sandwiches, crisps and snacks. With outdoors seating available, you can relax and watch the world go by.
Latest news
News
Improving visitor facilities at Morston Quay
Find out about our plans for the Morston Quay site which will improve accessibility and provide a more enjoyable and welcoming experience for all.