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The Lifeboat Caravan Park, Thornham​

Why choose The Lifeboat Caravan Park at Thornham?

Well-situated in the heart of Thornham and next to to the much-loved Lifeboat Inn, The Lifeboat caravan park is a superb family-friendly park.

There are plenty of nearby coastal and country walks to explore, and the beach just a ten minute stroll away, so it’s an ideal spot to enjoy the North Norfolk landscapes together. Your dog will love it too!

Plots at The Lifeboat are simple, and the site gives a straightforward entry into Norfolk caravan ownership. With so much to do and enjoy in Thornham and the nearby villages, this is a perfect caravan park for those who prioritise location.

A retired couple birdwatching at Thornham Marshes
A couple wearing shorts walk their two dogs in a caravan park

Need to know

  • Plots for new and used static caravans
  • Open mid-March to end of October
  • Ideal for families with children
  • Dog-friendly site
  • Postcode: PE36 6LT
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Thornham village sign
A row of static caravans on a neat and tidy park
A brown spaniel looks at the camera
A teenage boy is served an ice cream
Two women placing a food order through a hatch

Latest caravans for sale at Thornham (The Lifeboat)

2025 ABI Beverley

£72,995

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  • L:39ft x W:12ft
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2022 Atlas Mirage

£39,995

£39,995
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  • L:32ft x W:12ft
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What's nearby?

Choosing to own a static caravan at The Lifeboat gives you both convenience and access to the charm of Thornham and the surrounding landscapes and villages.

The Lifeboat caravan park is well-situated so you can walk to village amenities, trails, marshes and the beach.

Here’s just a taste of what you can enjoy close by as you settle into your holiday home here in Thornham.

History and heritage

Aerial photo of Holkham Walled Garden in the summer with glass houses and a marquee

From Thornham, you’re well-situated for visiting a number of heritage attractions, including Holkham Hall with its six-acre Walled Garden and parkland, the royal Sandringham Estate, the ruins of Creake Abbey, and Houghton Hall, known for its art exhibitions.

All of these historic places are well worth a visit. They can be reached in under half an hour by car and offer exciting line-ups of events throughout the year, so you can keep returning over and over again!

Food and drink

Two women ordering food with another woman at an 'Order Here' point at Eric's Fish and Chips

The Lifeboat caravan park lies next to a much-loved inn of the same name, so you have easy access to their enticing menu of classic pub dishes to tuck into in their courtyard or cosy restaurant space.

Within a short stroll, you’ll reach Thornham Deli with its local produce, light lunches and café treats. At Drove Orchards, Eric’s Pizza and Eric’s Fish & Chips are popular choices for a casual evening out or a takeaway back at your caravan.

Natural beauty

A dad and son bird watching on marshes

Thornham benefits from fantastic marshland surroundings, offering a suitable habitat for countless wading birds and geese throughout the seasons. Nearby Titchwell Marsh (an RSPB reserve) provides walks through reedbeds and by freshwater lagoons popular with avocets and marsh harriers before bringing you to an expansive sandy beach.

Thornham Beach is beautiful too, and is one of Norfolk’s most secluded beaches, meaning you can enjoy more privacy and relaxation on your sandy strolls or summer days in the sunshine.

Family fun

A child grinning on Holkham ropes course with a harness on

With plenty of sandy beaches nearby, days on the beach with a bucket and spade are easy to come by! If it’s not quite the weather for hours on the beach, enjoy a day out at Holkham Park on the ropes course, hiring bicycles or exploring on foot. Slightly further away, discover Pensthorpe, a nature reserve with indoor entertainment too.

Crabbing is a popular family activity in North Norfolk, or why not take a boat trip from Morston to Blakeney Point to see England’s largest colony of grey seals basking on the sands?

Frequently asked questions about The Lifeboat, our caravan park in Thornham

Do you hire caravans for holidays at The Lifeboat?

No, we don’t. All McDonnell caravan parks are for those looking to own their own holiday home here in Norfolk. These are for holiday use by the owners, and cannot be resided in permanently or sublet.

Is this a dog friendly caravan park?

The Lifeboat is dog friendly. We ask that you keep dogs them on a short lead.

Can I sublet my caravan?

No. Our parks are owner occupied only and we do not allow subletting. This ensures comfort and community for all owners.

What are the site fees at The Lifeboat?

Fees/rent at The Lifeboat is £5,100 for 2025, which includes electricity, grass cutting, refuse collection, water rates and VAT.

Gas bottles can be purchased from head office.

How long is the season at The Lifeboat?

The season runs from 13th March to 2nd November in 2025.
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