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Cromer Norfolk: Located on the north coast of Norfolk in East Anglia, the seaside town and civil parish of Cromer has been a popular holiday destination since the 19th century. Also well known as a fishing town, Cromer is famous for its crabs and lobsters which have been a major source of income for its fishermen for many centuries. Cromer today has a population of just under 8,000 and its motto is “Gem of the Norfolk Coast”.
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Cromer History: The name Cromer was not listed in the Domesday Book of 1086, though there were certainly Anglo Saxon settlements in the area, it is probable that the village listed as Shipden-Juxta-Felbrigg was what eventually became Cromer, as it stood where the St Peter and St Paul parish church now lies. Another settlement listed in the Domesday Book as Shipden-Juxta-Mere, is now completely covered by the sea, about 400 metres from Cromer Pier.
Cromer has survived over the centuries mostly through the activity of its fishermen, an industry which thrived up until the 1060’s when fish stocks went into decline. Apart from lobster and the famous Cromer Crab, the town’s fishermen were kept busy drifting for herring and long-lining for cod.
The often dangerous sea conditions off the coast of Norfolk, led to the Cromer Lifeboat Station being established in 1804, the lifeboats were mostly manned by local fishermen. During the 1920’s, a lifeboat station was constructed at the end of Cromer Pier, enabling motor powered lifeboats to replace previously rowed craft.
Tourism began in Cromer in the early 19th century, and the town was renowned for its pure air and healthy sea bathing conditions. The Hotel de Paris was first built in 1820 as a seaside residence for Lord Suffield, it was remodelled as a hotel in 1830 by Pierre le Francois.
The railway arrived in Cromer in 1877, bringing increasing numbers of visitors to the town and firmly establishing it as a holiday destination. A second station to the East Midlands opened about 10 years later.
The parish church of St Peter and St Paul originally dates from the 14th century, though it was rebuilt in the 19th century and now has the tallest church tower in Norfolk (160 feet).
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Cromer Map: Shown to the right is a satellite map of Cromer in Norfolk, giving an interesting view of the town.
Clearly shown on the map is the pier, the railway station, Muckle Hill, Runton Road, Holt Road Norwich Road and Overstrand Road.
Cromer can be reached from the A149 and A148.
Cromer Postcode: NR27
Cromer Dialling Code: 01263
Cromer Twinned With: Crest (France) and Nidda (Germany).
North Norfolk District Council - Address: Holt Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9EN. Telephone Number: 01263 513 811.
Cromer Tourist Information Centre - Address: Bus Station, Prince Of Wales Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9HS. Telephone Number: 0871 200 3071.
July 28th - RNLI Summer Fete, North Lodge Park, 11.00am -3.00pm.
July 29th - Stone Age Day, Cromer Museum, Tucker Street, 10.30am - 4pm.
August 12th - Ghost Walk - Cromer Museum, Tucker Street, 7 - 9pm.
August - Cromer Carnival 2010 - Saturday 14th to Friday 20th August, lots of events around the town including heavy horse display, dog agility display, carnival car boot sale, Harley Davidson Motorcycle Club display, craft fair, antique valuation, mini beer festival, car treasure hunt, family night, bonny baby competition, glamourous grandmother, knobbly knees, dog show, Miss Cromer, winw tasting, children's sports, gymnastics, Superstars, darts, Red Arrows display and much much more.
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Cromer Museum - Address: East Cottage, Tucker Street, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9HB. Telephone Number: 01263 513 543. Museum housed in a row of late 19th century fisherman's cottages.
Cromer Pier - Address: The Pier, Promenade, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9HE. Telephone Number: 01263 512 281. Pier, Pavilion Theatre, Tides Restaurant, Bar, Footprints Gift Shop. There has been a pier or jetty in Cromer since 1391, the present pier dates from 1901.
Amazona Zoo - Address: Hall Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9JG. Telephone Number: 01263 510 741. Flamingo Lagoon, Amazona Hall, Wildfowl Walk, Feline Forest, Tapir Lookout and much much more.
RNLI Henry Blogg Museum - The Rocket House, The Gangway, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9ET. Telephone Number: 01263 511 294. Museum outlining the life of Henry Blogg 'the greatest lifeboatman of all time'.
Cromer Lighthouse - Lighthouse/Overstrand Rd, Cromer NR27 0JH. Telephone: 01263 512 123. The present Cromer Lighthouse came into operation in 1833, the first lighthouse was erected in 1669.
Priory Maze and Gardens - Cromer Road, Beeston Regis, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8SF. Telephone Number: 01263 822 986.
Felbrigg Hall and Park - Gardens and Estate - Address: Felbrigg, Norfolk NR11 8PR. Telephone Number: 01263 837 444. National Trust.
Blickling Hall and Park - Address: Blickling, Norwich, Norfolk NR11 6NF. Telephone Number: 01263 738 030. National Trust.
Cromer Library - Address: Prince of Wales Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9HS. Telephone Number: 01263 512850. Fax Number: 01603 215258.
Movieplex Cinema Cromer - Address: Hans Place, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9EQ. Telephone Number: 01263 510 151.
Cromer Museum - Address: East Cottage, Tucker Street, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9HB. Telephone Number: 01263 513 543.
Cromer Pier / Pavilion Theatre:
Cromer Pavilion Theatre - Address: The Pier, Promenade, Cromer NR27 9HE. Telephone Number: 01263 512 281.
Cromer and District Hospital - Address: Mill Road, Cromer, Norfolk NR27 0BQ. Telephone Number: 01263 513 571. Minor Injuries Unit, range of consultant and nurse-led acute day case and out-patients.
Cromer Northrepps Airfield - Address: Northrepps Aerodrome, Winspurs Farm, Northrepps, Norfolk, NR27 9LF. Telephone Number: 01263 513 015. Position: N52.53.52 E01.19.08. Radio: Cromer Radio A/G 129.825.
Cromer Boating Lake - Runton Road, Cromer, Norfolk NR27 9HR. Telephone Number: 01263 515 372.
Amazona Zoo - Address: Hall Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9JG. Telephone Number: 01263 510 741.
The Cliftonville Hotel - Address: 29 Runton Road, Cromer, Norfolk NR27 9AS. Telephone Number: 01263 512 543. Fax Number: 01263 515 700. Hotel Rooms: 30.
Hotel De Paris - Address: High Street, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9HG. Telephone Number: 01263 513 141.
The Wellington - Address: Garden Street, Cromer, Norfolk NR27 9HN. Telephone Number: 01263 511 075.
Fernleigh - Address: 6 Alfred Road, Cromer NR27 9AN. Telephone: 01263 512 665 (bed and breakfast accommodation).
Danum House - Address: 22 Pauls Lane, Overstrand, Cromer, Norfolk NR27 0PE. Telephone: 01263 579 327 (bed and breakfast accommodation B&B).
Roseacre Country House - Address: Roseacre Country House, The Hurn, West Runton, Cromer NR27 9QS. Telephone: 01263 837 221 (self-catering accommodation).
Hall Farm - Address: Cromer Road, Beeston Regis, Cromer NR27 9NG. Telephone: 01263 512 242 (caravan park).
Manor Farm Camp Site -Address: Manor Farm, Top Common, East Runton, Cromer, Norfolk NR27 9PR. Telephone Number: 01263 512 858 (camping, campsite).
Cromer beach huts are available through North Norfolk District Council. Contact: Property Services on 01263 516 067.
Cromer Country Club - 127 Overstrand Road, Cromer NR27 0DJ. Telephone: 01263 513 833.
Cromer Cricket Club - Address: Overstrand Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 0AJ. Telephone Number: 01263 511 023 (cricket club).
Cromer Town Football Club - Address: Mill Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 0BG. Telephone Number: 01263 512 185 (football club).
Royal Cromer Golf Club - Address: 145 Overstrand Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 0JH. Telephone Number: 01263 512 884 (golf club, golf course).
Cromer Lawn Tennis & Squash Association - Address: Norwich Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 0EX. Telephone Number: 01263 513 741 (sports club, tennis and squash).
Cromer Marrams Bowls Club - Address: Runton Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9AX. Telephone Number: 01263 512 213 (bowls club).
The Glide Surf School - Address: Brook Street, 1 Clarence Mews, Cromer, Norwich, Norfolk NR27 9EY. Telephone Number: 07966 392 227.
The Green Tube Surf Shop - 6 Brook Street, Cromer NR27 9EY. Telephone: 01263 512 537 (sports shop).
Cromer and Sheringham Operatic and Drama Society - Address: 6 Pike's Nursery, Ludham, Norfolk, NR29 5NW. Telephone Number: 01692 678 010.
Peggy Carr - 43 Cliff Drive, Cromer NR27 0AW. Telephone: 01263 513 014 (dance school).
Colin Vanlint - 10 Mount Street, Cromer NR27 9DB. Telephone: 01263 514 629 (music tuition).
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Images - 10 New Parade, Cromer NR27 9EP. Telephone: 01263 511 906 (hairdresser, hair salon).
Eye Candy - Address: 9 Mount Street, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9DB. Telephone Number: 01263 513 967 (hairdresser).
Country Cars Cromer Norfolk - 22 Cliff Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 0BU. Telephone: 01263 515 440 (taxi, taxis).
Beauty Within - 50a High Street, Overstrand, Norfolk NR27 0AB. Telephone: 07792 900 346 (beauty salon).
Highfield - Address: 3 Saint Mary's Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9DJ. Telephone Number: 01263 511 421 (residential care home).
Alpha Drive - Cromer Road, West Runton, Cromer NR27 9AD. Telephone: 01263 837 880 (van hire).
PTS Plumbing Trade Supplies - Holt Rd, Middlebrook Way, Cromer NR27 9JR. Telephone: 01263 510 400 (plumbing supplies).
Corner House Dental Practice - Address: 24 Norwich Road, Cromer, Norfolk NR27 0AX. Telephone Number: 01263 512 390. Fax Number: 01263 515 683 (dentist, dental clinic, dental surgery).
H Bullen - Central Road, Cromer NR27 9BW. Telephone: 01263 511 264.
The Garden Street Grill - 16 Garden Street, Cromer NR27 9HN. Telephone: 01263 515 110 (restaurant).
The Blue Danube - 9 Tucker Street, Cromer NR27 9HA. Telephone: 01263 514 879 (cafe / restaurant).
D A P Motor Engineers - 5 Holt Road, Cromer, Norfolk NR27 9JW. Telephone: 01263 515 076.
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Cromer can be reached from the A149 and A148.
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