Cromer Pier

A landmark on the Cromer seafront

Cromer Pier extends into the North Sea from Cromer, forming one of the most recognisable landmarks on the Norfolk Coast. The present pier dates from the late 19th century and continues a longer tradition of seaside piers associated with the town and its development as a coastal resort.

The pier projects from Cromer's seafront beneath the town's distinctive cliff-top setting, providing views back towards the beach, coastline and buildings above. Together with the surrounding promenade and beaches, it forms the historic centre of Cromer's relationship with the sea.

The Norfolk Coast Path passes directly through Cromer, making the pier a natural landmark along the route. West of the town, the trail follows the coast towards Sheringham, while to the east it continues towards Overstrand and Mundesley through a changing landscape of beaches, cliffs and coastal settlements.

Cromer also provides a useful base for exploring the wider Norfolk Coast National Landscape, including the wooded and rolling landscapes around Sheringham Park to the west. The combination of town, pier, beaches and long-distance trail makes Cromer one of the most distinctive stopping points along this section of the north Norfolk coast.