Cromer

About Cromer

Cromer is one of the buzziest seaside towns on the north Norfolk coast. It’s perfect for families and couples who want to holiday with everything on their doorstep. There is a fabulous sandy beach, great cafes, restaurants and fish and chip shops, good pubs serving local food and ales and lots to do and see.

Cromer is also lucky to have one of the ONLY piers in the world with a working theatre. Throughout the summer variety shows run daily! It’s not only famous for that, but also the delicious Cromer Crab! Try the local restaurants and cafes for this iconic dish.

Cromer Camping is part of the Cromer Hall Estate which includes Amazona Zoo, Football Golf, PYO and Cromer Concerts. Right by Cromer Camping is Amazona Zoo (in case you hear any strange noises, you know what they might be!). Amazona Zoo is home to over 200 South American tropical animals.

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Visit Cromer Pier

Cromer Pier is a 116 year old award winning unspoilt Victorian pier and was awarded Winner of Pier of the Year 2015 by the National Piers Society.

Home to the only end of pier show of its kind in the World! The Cromer Pier Show now in its 39th year has been enjoyed by generations of visitors and has received 5* by the famous “The Stage” A real must see show for the whole family and should be on everybody’s “must do” list.

Pavilion Bar, Tides Restaurant and Gift Shop.  Enjoy some delicious refreshments above the waves with unrivalled and breathtaking views of the North Norfolk Coastline. Historic and unique attraction on the beautiful North Norfolk coast and absolutely the best crab fishing spot on the coast.

Walk along the sandy beaches

Cromer is a traditional Victorian seaside resort, with a sand and shingle beach popular for swimming and surfing. Many of the buildings in the town date back to the Victorian era, although the town has expanded rapidly in the last fifty years. Cromer beach is a Blue Flag Award beach.

The Pavilion Theatre on Cromer Pier boasts annual summer and winter shows which draw crowds from far and wide. The surrounding Cromer beach is flat and sandy, and you’ll see the crab boats dragged up at the foot of The Gangway – a reminder not to leave without sampling a fab crab sandwich.

Amazona Zoo

As well as a fascinating collection of animals and birds we’ve got an impressive outdoor play area, Rainforest Springs and a large, well-equipped indoor play area, Jungle Tumbles.

This year we have some exciting NEW members of tropical wildlife and crazy fun to add to our colourful family day out here at Amazona.

Try Cromer Crab

Crab are a large part of the income of the town of Cromer. Historically the crab were only caught in the summer months, in autumn the fishermen brought Herring to the town, and winter cod was the main catch. This has now changed to solely bringing crab and lobster to the town.

The Cromer Crab in particular are known for their tender flesh, and high proportion of white meat to dark. The fleet has reduced to about a dozen boats, looking after about 200 crab pots, meaning that it is even more of a specialty!

Every year, Cromer hosts the famous Crab Festival – dedicated to promoting our local seafaring heritage and active fishing community. Our small boats launch from the beach and brave the North Sea in all weathers to bring home delicious crabs and lobsters for your delectation!

Fish & Chips

Fish and chips are the undisputed National dish of Great Britain, becoming a cultural and culinary symbol of our country, instantly recognised as British the world over.

And with numerous takeaways and restaurants in Cromer, you’ll be spoilt for choice – eat in on a rainy day, or takeaway and sit on the beach or prom to enjoy the stunning views!

Cromer Lifeboat Station

Cromer Lifeboat Station is an RNLI station located in the town of Cromer in the English county of Norfolk. The station operates two lifeboats – one for inshore work and the other for offshore work.

There are many aspects to the running of a lifeboat station. All RNLI stations around the British Isles are organised from Lifeboat Institution headquarters at Poole in Dorset, but they all have an individual identity, reflecting their own character, community and coastline.

In Cromer there are two boathouses, the all-weather Lifeboat Lester on the pier and the other for the Inshore Lifeboat on the east promenade. This boathouse was originally built in 1902 for the then rowing and sailing lifeboat Louisa Heartwell.

Cromer Treasure Trail

Are you looking for something to do with family and friends or seeking a fun day out with the kids in Cromer?

Then why not explore Cromer on this self-guided Treasure Hunt themed Treasure Trail. As you follow the Trail route, can you solve the sneaky clues set on existing buildings, permanent features and monuments to discover the location of the buried treasure? This circular Trail starts near the North Norfolk Information Centre and explores the seafront, the pier and the town itself. Along the route you will discover the tallest church tower in Norfolk and a memorial to the most famous coxswain in RNLI history.

Taste the Local Ales

Whether you want a refreshing pint after a country walk or to sit next to a cosy fire and enjoy a drink, we have the real ale for you.  Here’s a short list of local breweries: