Peter Coke Shell Gallery

The Peter Coke Shell Gallery, housed in restored former fishermen's sheds at Westcliff, Sheringham, displays almost 200 colourful shell sculptures and arrangements by actor-turned-shell-artist Peter Coke. You'll see everything from Sailor Valentines, the eight-sided shell arrangements that first inspired his work, to shell pictures in Chinese style, encrusted boxes, obelisks, figures and finely detailed model garden scenes and temples. It suits anyone curious about unusual craft collections or the story of a remarkable artist's life. The exhibition is open daily through the tourist season and staffed by Society volunteers; shells and souvenirs can be bought, though none of the artworks are for sale. It's a short stroll from Sheringham station and the beach, both a few minutes away, with 147 bookable places to stay within 5 miles on BritStays for those wanting to explore further.