Cromer Pier

Cromer Pier is a Grade II listed, 151 metre long traditional Victorian pier. The iconic landmark was awarded Pier of the Year in 2024 by the National Piers Society, the third time it has won the award, with earlier wins in 2000 and 2015.

One of only five UK seaside piers with a full working theatre and home to the only end of pier show of its kind in the world. The Cromer Pier Show has been enjoyed by generations of visitors and is a “must see” show for the whole family.

Have fun fishing for crabs or souvenir shopping in the gift shop at the entrance to the pier. Enjoy delicious food & drink at the Tides Bistro or Pavilion Bar with priceless views of the North Norfolk coastline.

Free WiFi throughout the pier, which is open all year round!

The Cromer Pier Pavilion Theatre is best known as the venue to the only ‘End of the Pier’ show of its kind in the world, where audiences can be entertained by a line up of traditional variety acts for three months throughout the summer.

The Cromer Pier Show, also known as Seaside Special, is one of the few true live variety shows in Britain and it showcases live variety acts at their best.

Top newspaper in the theatre industry, The Stage, awarded the show with a five-star review.

Cromer Pier Pavilion Theatre also presents a high-quality mix of comedy, music, dance, opera, musicals and community shows.

The Spring and Autumn concert season boasts more than 50 quality visiting shows, appealing to all tastes and ages.

As well as welcoming visitors to the area, the Pavilion Theatre is a resource for the local community and welcomes community hires as part of the programme of events including the Crab & Lobster Festival.

Cromer Pier is famous for crabbing and it’s free to fish for crabs from the pier. It’s a great way for all the family to connect with nature and spend some quality time together.

All you need for a day of crab fishing can be found at the gift shop at the entrance to the pier.

Look out for Cromer Pier’s Claude The Crab mascot who is out and about on the pier throughout the summer.

Tides Bistro

The restaurant provides a peaceful and tranquil ambience above the waves with stunning views. You can enjoy romantic sunsets both on the sun-soaked sheltered deck or inside the restaurant with its light and airy decor.

Pavilion Bar

Enjoy a full range of hot drinks including the legendary luxury hot chocolate, quality beers, wines, spirits, Gin bar, delicious cake and hot sausage rolls.

The Pavilion Bar has been transformed after undergoing significant refurbishment in 2023.

The bar is dog friendly.

Tidal Treats

Tidal Treats is located at the front of Cromer Pier. The traditional seaside kiosks offer sweet treats including fresh doughnuts, locally made ice cream in various tasty flavours, hot & cold drinks and even ice cream for dogs!

Located at the entrance to the pier, the Gift Shop and Box Office are combined, so while you are browsing for gifts you can also take a look at the programme of shows including the award-winning Cromer Pier Show.

The shop is packed with souvenirs and gifts, soft toys, jewellery, clothing, beach essentials, confectionery, crabbing gear, traditional pick & mix marbles, pirate treasure, greeting cards and traditionally produced seaside rock with Cromer Pier written all the way through it.