Horsey Gap - Seals
Location: Horsey Gap, East Norfolk
Event Type: Group photography meetup. An event for beginner and hobbyist photographers that provides opportunities for relaxed learning, guided practice and company of like minded people. Hosted by local photographer Jon Clifton.
Date and time: Sunday 29th November 2026 - 10:30am
Meeting Place: Horsey Beach Car Park
Sat Nav. Postcode: NR29 4EJ (please click for a map)
Photo Walks Booking Fee: £35* - £7 from each booking donated to The Friends of Horsey Seals
• An email will be sent with final joining instructions, a weather update & a request for contact information 2-3 days before the event.
• This event is dependant on the weather, if heavy rain or any level of weather warning is forecast, it will be cancelled with full refunds provided.
• Minimum group numbers are in place for this event. If less than 3 bookings are received, it will be cancelled with full refunds provided.
• If you need to cancel your place, to receive a refund, 48+ hours notice is required. With less than 48 hours notice, the event is non refundable.
• Full details are below - For further information or queries, please email: jon@norfolkphotographywalks.com
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Details: Horsey Gap is home to one of the largest colonies of Grey Seals in the UK, with over 3,700 seal pups born along this beautiful stretch of coastline in the 2025/2026 season. We're heading here in late November as it's a time when there is plenty of activity to see and photograph along the beach.
Our meetup here is aimed at beginner and hobbyist photographers looking to learn and practice photography within a small and friendly group or those simply looking to visit a beautiful part of the Norfolk coastline. At the start of our visit you'll be offered some themes for the morning along with some gentle direction. I'll be on hand to answer any questions and to offer advice on photographing wildlife (including composition and camera settings). Zoom lenses are highly recommended for our visit (300mm upwards).
Our visit here will be under the watchful eye of the beach wardens, seals are very easily spooked by humans and a distance of 10m is required at all times. Note that we'll be kept up on the dunes behind a roped cordon. The plan for the morning is for the group to split up and spread out along the raised viewing area, I'll make my way to everyone as the morning goes on. We'll stay at the beach for around 2 hours. Please note that there are no toilet facilities ay Horsey Gap, please ensure you are comfortable before arriving. Last year there was a van serving hot drinks and snacks, it's unsure whether this will be there again in 2026.
Any camera type is fine but if using a smartphone, please bare in mind your zoom capability for the seals might be reduced. If you have any concerns or questions before booking your place, please just drop me an email.
Car Parking: Yes, Pay & Display
Toilet Facilities: No - nearest public facilities are at Seal Palling or Horsey Windpump (National Trust)
Refreshments/Cafe: Uncertain, there was a van last year but please feel free to bring drinks/flask/snacks as required.
Weather: If there is any level of weather warning or heavy rain in the forecast, for safety reasons the event may be cancelled and a full refund provided (no less than 24 hours notice will be provided by email).
Emergency Contact: Before an event, attendees are asked to provide a personal mobile number and details for an emergency contact. This information will only be used on the day if/as required. Information is stored digitally and deleted within 3 days of the event ending. Contact details will not be used for marketing or any other purpose. This information is required for your own safety and the wellbeing of the group.
Medical Disclosure: If you have a pre existing medical condition that may affect you during the event, or if you carry emergency medication with you (i.e. Epipen or insulin), please email to let me know. All information will be kept strictly confidential but will ensure you receive the correct care if required.
Attendees will be emailed 2-3 days before the event with final joining instructions, a weather update and a link to provide contact information. All emails will be sent to the address associated with your PayPal account. Please keep an eye on spam/junk folders and add [email protected] to your safe senders list.
If you have any queries regarding this or any photo walk event, please email [email protected]
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