Cromer Beach

Visit Cromer Beach

Cromer Beach is the heart of a traditional English seaside town, complete with a pier, promenade, and fish and chip shops. It still holds that timeless charm that draws visitors back year after year.

Cromer Beach regularly earns a Blue Flag award, which means the water quality is high, the beach is clean, and safety measures are in place. It’s one of the best-kept beaches along the Norfolk coast.

The beach is mostly sandy with some pebbly areas, ideal for building sandcastles and paddling. Lifeguards are present in peak season, making it a safe choice for families with young children.

This traditional seaside town on the Norfolk coast has an elegant Victorian pier and esplanade, designated areas for watersports, and lifeguards on patrol during summer season.

While Norfolk isn’t known for big surf, Cromer gets a decent swell on the right day. It’s popular with local surfers, especially during autumn and winter. There’s even a surf school if you’re feeling adventurous!

At low tide, a vast expanse of sand is revealed, perfect for long walks and beachcombing. But at high tide, the sea can reach up to the promenade, so timing your visit is key – especially if you want room to lay down a towel.

For a fun seaside family seaside activity, head along to the pier with a bucket, line and some bait and spend the day crabbing!

Did you Know? Cromer Crabs are world famous for their quality and flavour.

Visit the Cromer Museum and see displays on Cromer in the past or the RNLI Henry Blogg Museum.

Cromer has a lovely town centre just a short walk from the seafront. Explore independent shops, grab a coffee, or visit the RNLI Henry Blogg Museum to learn about the town’s proud lifeboat history.

Each year visitors and locals enjoy the Cromer carnival during the summer time.

This beach is …

  • A traditional seaside destinantion
  • Family-friendly
  • Sandy at low tide

What to see and do

  • Go crabbing
  • Walk along the pier
  • Go surfing
  • Visit the museum

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Places to stay

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Getting To Cromer

Beach Location

The Gangway Cromer, Norfolk NR27 9ET

Parking

There is a carpark close to the beach

Nearest Train

Cromer Station

On sunny weekends and holidays, Cromer gets busy. Parking near the beach is limited, so arrive early or use one of the long-stay car parks slightly further out of town. There’s also a train station just a 10-minute walk from the beach.

This part of the coast is easy to explore by bus. Coasthopper Bus Service 1 route takes you from this beach to Wells- Next-The-Sea. Coasthopper Bus service 2 heads towards Mundesley beach.

Map of Cromer Beach

Cromer Beach Point Dogs Policy

Dogs are banned either side of the pier from 1 May to 30 September.

Leads required on the promenade during this time.

Winter is dog heaven here.
Summer? Head to Runton instead.

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