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Gorleston-on-Sea Beach, a gem on the Norfolk coast just south of Great Yarmouth, has been crowned with the TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Best of the Best award, placing it amongst Europe's top holiday destinations . The UK beach, renowned for its stunning views and golden sands, finds itself in good company, rubbing shoulders with popular spots in Greece and Spain. The coveted 'Best of the Best' accolade is bestowed upon beaches that consistently receive glowing reviews on TripAdvisor over a year. With fewer than 1% of the 8 million listings achieving this milestone, Gorleston-on-Sea Beach stands tall on an impressive pedestal. Visitors to the beach can enjoy views of grassy cliffs, engage in a game of pitch and putt, or try their hand at bowling greens, tennis and basketball. For the little ones, there's a playground, a model yacht pond and a splashpad. One of the major attractions is the free parking, coupled with public toilets, including facilities for disabled visitors. Known for its popularity among surfers and body boarders, Gorleston-on-Sea beach is a hit with water sports enthusiasts. Just a five-minute stroll away is the town centre, brimming with shops, cafes, and amusements for visitors to explore. Gorleston boasts an Edwardian theatre offering seaside shows throughout the year, reports the Express . For those who enjoy a good walk, a trim-trail on the cliff top offers breathtaking views of the beach and harbour. One holidaymaker shared their glowing review on TripAdvisor, stating: "A lovely place to visit. Lots of space and not overcrowded. "A great play park on the clifftop which we had to ourselves even in school holidays . Few cafes and good toilet facilities. Lovely and clean area." Another visitor was charmed by its "old fashioned charm" and "miles of sandy beach", while a third praised the "beautiful beach and calming atmosphere". Another tourist gushed: "Beautiful beach, so clean, so long and so relaxing. Sandy parts, stony parts, lots of lovely views. Amenities nearby and public loos." Yet another posted: "Beautiful beach with all that you need for a lovely family day at the beach. Drinks, ice cream and delicious fish and chips. Added bonus of plenty of free parking. Would defo recommend." Gorleston is touted as an excellent base for exploring Norfolk and Suffolk, and it's a breeze to get there from Great Yarmouth, whether by car or public transport . There are several bus services that run between Great Yarmouth and Gorleston.
