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Flood Alert: Hunstanton coast in Norfolk - 29th March 2026

📍 Norfolk 🌊 North Sea 📅 29 March 2026

A Flood Alert was issued for Hunstanton coast in Norfolk in Norfolk on 29th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the North Sea.

During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Nar at Setchey Bridge rose 0.11m, peaking at 0.52m.

Environment Agency advice issued

High tides, strong winds and large waves tomorrow morning may lead to flooding.  Flooding is possible from 02:00am to 09:00am on 30.03.2026.  Areas most at risk are around Hunstanton seafront. Flood gates in the area will be closed by the Local Authority which will make access difficult. The detailed forecast is for a peak level at King's Lynn of 3.49mAODN at 05:00am on 30 March 2026, Wind Force 6, Westerly. We are not expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time.  We are closely monitoring the situation .  Avoid beaches and coastal promenades, whi

Monitoring gauges during this event

StationRiverRisePeak
Setchey Bridge River Nar +0.11m 0.52m

This report is automatically compiled from Environment Agency flood warning records and FloodRadar river-level monitoring data. Figures are observed gauge readings during the event period. This is a historical record, not a live warning — always check current flood warnings and gov.uk.