Cromer is a popular seaside town on the north Norfolk coast and is proudly known as 'The Gem of the Norfolk Coast'.
Cromer has an impressive pier that is 500 feet long, built by Alfred Thorne and opened in 1901. The pier was erected to replace two earlier structures that were destroyed by high seas. Fishing plays a large part in the life of this vibrant town. Many years ago mackerel, cod and other types of longshore catches were the mainstays of the local fishermen. But today they catch mainly lobsters and crabs.
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Location: Cromer
Location type: Town
OS Grid: TG220423
Coordinates: 52°55'57"N 1°18'8"E
Mapcode: GBR WD3.041
What 3 Words: districts.prefect.earmarked
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
County: Norfolk
Country: England
Local Authority: North Norfolk
Parish: Cromer
Nearest postcode: NR27 9HE
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)