Nearest train station: Cromer
Cromer, located in central North Norfolk, lies 23 miles away north of Norwich, is a picturesque traditional seaside resort famed for its crabs.
Nestled between the settlements of Sheringham and Overstrand, the pier serves as a major landmark in the middle of a huge sand and shingle beach that stretches for miles in both directions.
Arriving into the town and heading towards the coast, the best swimming spots lie arguably east of the town on the way to Overstrand, where you’ll be greeted by vast sandy shores away from the tourist hotspots in peak season.
In fact, the vast stretch of this Norfolk coastline offers bountiful wild swimming opportunities for all.
How to Get to Cromer Beach
We’ve provided detailed instructions on how to get to Cromer and its vast beach by various means of transport below, as well as general travel information nearby.
By car
Enter the postcode NR27 0AR into your sat nav, which will take you to the beach. There is ample parking in and around the town of Cromer just a few hundred metres from the beach.
If you’re heading north around Norwich, take the A140 road past Aylsham and into the town. The A148 to the west, which comes in via King’s Lynn and Fakenham, will also bring you into Cromer.
By public transport
Cromer has its own train station which is about 45 minutes from Norwich. on the Ashford to Ramsgate line and served by Southeastern. You can also arrive into the town from the neighboring train stations of Sheringham and West Runton, which form part of the Bittern Line.
Buses from Norwich also run to the town, with the 44A departing from Norwich Bus Station going regularly. Take a look at additional bus routes here.
By bike
The North Norfolk coast offers some great cycle routes to explore, which will allow you to discover many of the lesser-known beaches in the area.
It’s easy to traverse the North Norfolk coast by bike and make Cromer one of your stops for a wild swim to cool down. The Norfolk Coast Cycleway is a great way to explore the coastline further.
What else is nearby Cromer Beach?
Walk up the coast westward and you’ll end up in the quaint coastal town of Sheringham, with the beaches on the way offering a pleasant wild swimming experience.
Similarly, you can head east to Overstrand which offers some stunning cliffs and beautiful swimming beaches in equal measure.