Stonehenge - The BIG mini golf

Beach Road, Hemsby, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR29 4HS, England
1-90 Years
Paid

Description

Stonehenge - The BIG mini golf is a uniquely themed outdoor crazy golf course located in the coastal village of Hemsby, near Great Yarmouth, Norfolk. Functioning as a popular seaside attraction, the venue features an immersive layout modelled around the iconic prehistoric monument of Stonehenge. Spanning a full 18 holes, the course delivers a brilliant mixture of simple, accessible greens and inventive obstacles that keep the game entertaining for family competitions. It is widely considered one of the most delightful outdoor activities in Great Yarmouth with kids, offering the perfect addition to a traditional British beach day out.

Planning a family tournament is highly affordable and straightforward, with standard tickets costing just £1.50 for children and £2.50 for adults. The course provides varying putter sizes and an array of vibrant, multi-coloured balls at the reception hut, ensuring players of all ages can select their perfect equipment. Positioned directly at the far end of Beach Road, the location provides immediate proximity to the local beach alongside nearby seaside arcades and classic fish and chip shops.

If you are looking for an active and light-hearted day out with family and kids, this outdoor facility provides excellent physical engagement and friendly competition. By combining manageable, low-level obstacles with a fun and relaxed atmosphere, it offers a safe and confidence-boosting environment where younger kids can comfortably learn to play.

 

Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

Core Features

  • Sensory Play and Movement: An engaging outdoor sensory experience combining fresh sea air, varying artificial grass textures, precise hand-eye steering coordination, and multi-coloured ball tracks to enhance basic motor skills.
  • Interactive Family Space: A multi-generational 18-hole putting green configured to let parents and young children compete side-by-side, positioned within walking distance of bustling amusement zones.
  • Integrated Heritage Action: A historic monument theme structure where simple technical hazards are paired directly with a clever final hole design to keep players focused until the final stroke.

Top 5 Highlights

  • The Stonehenge Themed Layout: The primary centrepiece of the venue is its distinct historic architectural theme. The entire 18-hole adventure course is cleverly built around miniature stone structures reminiscent of Stonehenge, providing an imaginative backdrop for family photos and a unique visual environment for children.
  • The 18 Adventure Greens: The course features a well-maintained collection of 18 individual putting holes. Each green offers its own subtle technical design, blending straight lines with gentle slopes to give young children a fantastic playground to practice their aiming and shot power.
  • The Water Obstacles: To add variety and light-hearted difficulty to the game, the outdoor layout integrates select water features across one or two targeted holes. Little ones will love trying to steer their colorful golf balls safely past the small water blockades without losing their rhythm.
  • The Clever Final Hole: Keeping the energy levels high until the very end, the 18th hole is engineered with a creative and unexpected final mechanism. This inventive design provides a fun, climactic finish to the round, ensuring a memorable end to the family leaderboard challenge.
  • The Beach Road Amusements: The mini golf site sits right inside the heart of Hemsby's vibrant seaside resort infrastructure. Directly adjacent to the course, families can easily check out adjacent amusement arcades, prize-winning gaming machines, and traditional local snack huts.

Beyond the Main Attraction

  • Putter & Ball Selection: The entry fee includes full access to varied sizes of putters and a broad spectrum of bright balls, allowing every family member to pick their favorite color before starting.
  • Hemsby Beach Proximity: The venue is located at the far end of Beach Road, meaning families can transition from a round of crazy golf straight to building sandcastles on the beach within minutes.
  • The Big Mini Golf Tour: As a key regional venue, the attraction has proudly partnered with Visit Great Yarmouth for major seasonal coastal tourism events and summer prize draws.

Facilities

  • Toilets and Accessibility: Please note that there are no public toilets or dedicated baby changing units located on-site, though public facilities can be found nearby along Beach Road.
  • Book on Arrival: The course operates on a standard walk-in basis with no complex advance online booking required, making it a highly flexible option for a spontaneous day out.
  • Food & Drink Availability: While full sit-down meals are not hosted on-site, the reception hut sells light snacks and refreshments. A wide array of independent seafood stalls and chip shops are situated right next door.
  • Sensory Considerations: Because the course is fully outdoor, it provides a bright, naturally ventilated environment. On hot summer days, packing sun hats, sun cream, and bottled water is a smart parenting tip.

What to see

What Visitors Love

  • Unbeatable Ticket Value: Parents consistently rave about the exceptionally cheap ticket prices (£1.50 child, £2.50 adult), making it one of the most cost-effective family attractions on the Norfolk coast.
  • Perfect for Young Kids: Reviewers frequently point out that the holes are beautifully simple and flat, ensuring that younger children don't get frustrated and can easily complete the entire 18-hole circuit.
  • Welcoming Atmosphere: Visitors regularly praise the friendly staff and the overall relaxed vibe of the course, with some noting that the owners remember returning holidaymakers.

What Visitors Don't Like

  • Limited Infrastructure: Some families note that the lack of on-site toilets and pushchair-friendly paths can make visits slightly tricky for those with very young infants or double prams.
  • Too Simple for Older Teens: Parents of older children mention that the straightforward hazards might feel a bit too easy for experienced teenagers looking for a serious putting challenge.

FAQ

  • Are dogs permitted to join us around the mini golf course?: No, regular pets and dogs are not accepted on the course, though registered guide dogs are fully permitted.
  • Is the putting course suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs?: The venue has stated that the layout is not explicitly optimized as wheelchair or pushchair friendly, meaning prams are generally best left at the entrance boundary.
  • Can we bring our own family picnic onto the greens?: No, external picnics and family food baskets are restricted on the course to ensure the greens stay clean and tidy. Light snacks and drinks can be purchased at the entry point.
  • What happens if the weather turns bad while we are playing?: Because it is a fully outdoor seaside course, extreme wind or heavy rain can impact opening hours. It is always best to check the local weather forecast before heading out to Hemsby Beach.

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

  • Adult Entry Ticket: £2.50 (Unlocks full access to the 18-hole Stonehenge-themed course).
  • Child Entry Ticket: £1.50 (Includes entry and age-appropriate club hire for junior players).
  • Equipment Hire: Free (Standard putters and multi-colored balls are fully included in the basic admission ticket).

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

While Stonehenge - The BIG mini golf does not run structured, catered birthday party rooms or private hire event packages, it welcomes large group walk-ins and informal family milestones.

Group Outing Details

  • Spontaneous Family Celebrations: Thanks to its low-cost entry model and fast-playing layout, parents can easily bring groups of children for a celebratory round of birthday golf without needing a restrictive booking contract.
  • Adjacent Seaside Dining: Since external picnics are not permitted on the greens, group organizers can easily pair a round of golf with a birthday meal at one of the neighboring fish and chip shops or family-friendly seaside diners right on Beach Road.

To enquire about large school group turnouts or general public guidelines, you can contact the reception desk directly at +44 1493 733553.

The course operates during the main holiday seasons, though operating hours remain highly weather-dependent.

  • Seasonal Hours: Opening hours vary throughout the spring, summer, and autumn seasons to match local holiday footfall, so calling ahead on rainy days is recommended.

Address: Beach Road, Hemsby, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR29 4HS, England

Post Code: NR29 4HS

Council: Great Yarmouth

County: Norfolk

  • By Train: The nearest major rail terminal is Great Yarmouth Railway Station, located roughly 6 miles away from the Hemsby holiday village.
  • By Bus: Local coastal bus routes run frequently from Great Yarmouth town centre directly into Hemsby, dropping passengers off within short walking distance of the seafront.
  • By Car: Drive along the A149 towards Caister-on-Sea, then follow the local signage leading into Hemsby and proceed down to the far end of Beach Road.

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