What You Need to Know About Cromer Pier

Cromer Pier is a historic and popular attraction in the seaside town of Cromer, Norfolk. It is one of the few piers in the UK that has a full working theatre at its end, where you can enjoy a variety of shows and entertainment.

Here are some facts about Cromer Pier that you might find interesting

Cromer Pier was built in 1901 by Alfred Thorne, who also designed the pier for Lowestoft. It was designed by Douglass and Arnott, who were famous for their pier architecture. The pier cost £17,000 to build and was 450 feet (140 m) long.

The pier has a pavilion theatre that can seat 500 people and hosts over 50 shows during the summer season. The theatre is home to the award-winning Cromer Pier Show, which is the only full season end of pier show in the world. The show features comedy, ventriloquism, circus, music, dance, and more.

The pier also has a lifeboat station that operates from May to September. The lifeboat station has a museum that displays models of lifeboats and lighthouses, as well as uniforms and equipment used by the crew.

The pier has been voted Pier of the Year 2015 by the National Piers Society for its restoration and refurbishment. The council spent £1.2 million to repair and improve the pier’s structure, lighting, seating, toilets, and accessibility.

The pier is open all year round and offers stunning views of the North Sea and the surrounding countryside. You can walk along the pier or take a ride on one of its attractions, such as the Ferris wheel or the carousel.