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Cromer, Norfolk, England: Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Church_Street_Shops_-_geograph.org.uk_-_608424.jpgAuthor: Evelyn Simak
Cromer is a small coastal town in North Norfolk, England. Situated some 37 km (23 mi) to the north of county town Norwich, Cromer covers 4.66 sq km (1.8 sq mi) and has a population of 8,000 people (2012 estimate).
The history of Cromer goes back to 1297, when it was mentioned for the first time. It was largely insignificant till the 19th century, when it began to develop as a seaside resort. The town grew around the Church of Saints Peter and Paul. Industrialization of the 19th century created a new upper class in Norwich, and these well-to-do families favor Cromer as their summer home.
Hotel de Paris, Cromer: Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Hotel_De_Paris.jpgAuthor: Northmetpit
Visiting Cromer
From London, take the M11 motorway until Exit 9, then continue on the A11 road passing Newmarket to reach Norwich. From Norwich, take the A140 road north till you arrive at Cromer.
Chesterfield Villas, Cromer: Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Chesterfield_Villas_-_geograph.org.uk_-_1084881.jpgAuthor: Evelyn Simak
Places of Interest in Cromer
- Amazona: Zoo park opened in 2006 with a collection of Amazonian wildlife.
- Church of St Peter and St Paul: Anglican parish church dating to the 14th century, though the present structure was built in the late 19th century.
- Cromer HallHistoric building in the Gothic Revival style. Rebuilt after a fire in 1829, it is today a private residence.
- Cromer Museum: Local museum housed in a late 19th century fisherman's cottage. It displays a disparate collection of artifacts.
- Hotel de Paris: Historic residence of Lord Suffield, originally built in 1820 and converted into a hotel in 1830.
- RNLI Henry Blogg Museum: Museum of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution showcases the history of Cromer's lifeboats and Henry Blogg's famous rescues.
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