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A very clean beach with plenty to see and do locally, including plenty of cafes and toilet facilities. The beach itself is a mix of sand and stones. and there are dedicated dog friendly areas. Really interesting walks in both directions with fantastic views and with a great pier to explore as well.
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- Where Is Cromer?
- Go For A Long Walk Along The Cliffs Overlooking The Beach
- Walk Along Cromer Pier
- See The New Banksy Artwork
- Walk by The Colourful Beach Huts
- Have A Relaxing Afternoon on The Beach
- Go Paddle Boarding Or Surfing at Glide Surf School
- Eat Fish and Chips from Mary Janes
- Discover The RNLI Henry Blogg Museum
- Or Grab Lunch at The RNLI Lifeboat Café Overlooking The Pier
Cromer is on the coast of North Norfolkin East Anglia. Getting to Cromer can be quite tricky, partly because the roads are so slow. On paper, the drive from London to Cromer should take around 3 hours. However, because the A11 is single carriageway, you very rarely drive at the national speed limit. If you get stuck behind a lorry, it can add a goo...
To give you a good idea of how beautiful the North Norfolk coast is, go for a walk from Cromer to Overstrand. This walk takes you to the clifftops overlooking the beach, and the views are stunning. If you face the pier, take the Norfolk Coast Path on the right uphill towards the lighthouse. In total, the walk to Overstrand takes about an hour. Obvi...
You can’t visit Cromer without walking along Cromer Pier. There are records of a pier in Cromer as far back as 1391, though it was little more than a jetty then. The pier you see today was officially opened in 1901, and its most recent accolade was winning ‘Pier of the Year’ in 2015. Unlike other British seaside piers, there are no arcades, chippys...
Yes, there is a Banksy in Cromer. While most of us were exploring the Lake District or Cornwall, Banksy went on a ‘Great British Spraycation’ to Norfolk and Suffolk. A number of pieces popped up in Great Yarmouth, King’s Lynn and Lowestoft causing a bit of a media frenzy. A part of Banky’s ‘Great British Spraycation’ was to bring tourism back to ar...
Everyone loves a colourful beach hut, and we’re no different. On the way to the Banksy you’ll pass these cute beach huts. Some of them you can rent out for the day, but most are owned by locals. When it’s quiet, whip out your phone and get a holiday snap walking by the beach huts. The bright colours always make for such a good photo!
While we were in Norfolk, we were so lucky with the weather. It even reached 27 degrees on one of the days we were there! When it’s bright and sunny, you really can’t beat a day on the beach, especially if you’ve got little ones. The beach at Cromer is tidal, so in the morning when the tide is in, it’s a pebble beach. Wait a few hours for the tide ...
Both Chloe and I absolutely love paddle boarding. It’s so peaceful and relaxing being on the water, especially when the sea is calm. Glide Surf School(you’ll find them right on the seafront) have got you covered in all conditions. When there’s surf, they offer board hire and surf lessons for beginners. And when the seas are glassy and calm, you can...
Obviously you can’t come to the seaside without having fish & chips! Now, there are two main fish & chip shops in Cromer – Mary Janesand No. 1. All in the name of good quality research, we ate at both (it’s a tough job sometimes). Unanimously, the winner of the two was Mary Janes, so this is the one we’re recommending in our Cromer guide. A standar...
If you’re looking for indoor things to do in Cromer (perhaps when the weather isn’t playing ball) we’d recommend visiting the RNLI Henry Blogg Museum. Henry Blogg served on the lifeboats for 53 years and is the most decorated RNLI crew member ever. With the assistance of his crew, he saved 873 lives from the North Sea. Isn’t that staggering!? He wa...
Once you’ve finished at the RNLI museum, pop upstairs to the Rocket House Cafe. This is in such a lovely spot with views of the beach and the pier. The café serves up soups, sandwiches, salads and well as a number of cakes too. If you can, make sure you get a spot on the balcony during summer. It really is all about the views at this spot.
Beautiful beach, sandy and pebbly with lots of treasures to be found, such as sea glass and hag stones. Incredible sunsets too! Some of the beach is dog friendly and other parts don't allow dogs during peak season. All in all, a lovely clean beach.
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- 41 Runton Road
Cromer Beach is popular for swimming and surfing and there’s always lots going on along the sands, and the beach is within easy walking distance of many of Cromer’s top attractions, so makes a good base for long summer days.
Cromer has a fab beach with good shops, cafes and activities, including paddle board hire with lovely staff. The beach itself is great for families with loads of space and shallow water for paddling. The only thing that let it down was the awful smell. Not sure what the cause is, but the council really need to get it sorted as it is very off ...
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- 41 Runton Road
Jun 1, 2024 · Cromer combines the liveliness of a classic British seaside town with a strong connection to its heritage in the fishing trade. With colourful beach huts, fresh seafood and a gorgeous beach held in high regard by holidaymakers, the summer season sees visitors flock to this seaside town annually.
Cromer beach, why you should visit: From its golden sands and striking cliffs to the iconic Cromer Pier, this coastal town exudes a timeless appeal that promises a perfect escape for those seeking relaxation, natural beauty, and a taste of traditional British seaside charm.
