A level Geography - Norfolk Coast

Towards the end of June 2025, the Year 12 A-level Geography class enjoyed a four-day residential field trip to Norfolk, to contribute towards their studies. 

The study location was the Norfolk coastline, with students collecting data at Great Yarmouth, Hemsby, Winterton-on-Sea, Sea Palling, Happisburgh, Bacton and Cromer. Each student had an independent project title to investigate, based on the theme of coastal change.

The residential was full of highlights for our students, who enjoyed their time on Britain’s East Coast in mostly sunny weather. At Great Yarmouth, students enjoyed seeing the famous Golden Mile and the Scroby Sands wind farm out at sea. At Bacton, students were interested to view the results of a 2019 "sandscaping" project. Here, enough sand to half-fill Wembley Stadium has been added to the beach to help protect the gas terminal. Finally, students also enjoyed investigating Cromer, described at the “Gem of the Norfolk Coast” with its Grade II listed pier.

The residential was challenging, but rewarding. Students absolutely thrived during the experience. Thank you very much to Mr Alison and the rest of the staff who supported the trip. It was a valuable experience for our students beyond the classroom.