Great Yarmouth, Market town in Norfolk, England
Great Yarmouth is a coastal town in Norfolk, England, stretching along the North Sea shore at the mouth of Breydon Water, where three rivers reach the sea. Wide sandy beaches and a long pier line the waterfront, while the town center preserves narrow lanes and historic fishermen's houses.
King John granted the settlement a royal charter in 1208, which gave it important trading rights. By the late 13th century medieval walls were built to defend the place against attacks from the landward side.
The name derives from Old English terms for a river mouth and a sandy spot that drew early settlers. Today the colorful beach huts lining the promenade shape the scene and are rented by families for day trips, while fishing boats in the harbor still unload their daily catch.
The beach stretches for several kilometers and is accessible via ramps for wheelchair users. At low tide visitors can walk out toward the water, while at high tide the promenade becomes the main area.
Offshore the Scroby Sands wind farm generates renewable energy and is visible from the shore. The installation marks the region's shift from traditional fishing to new economic sectors.
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