The 10 Best Things to do Good for Kids in Cromer, England

The Glide Surf School, hire and shop was established in 2007 and has been the lead in pioneering the unique surf scene here in the quaint seaside town of Cromer in Norfolk. We are situated on the East Promenade to the right hand side of the pier, with lessons and hire taking place directly in front of our school, surf hire, changing rooms and shop. We are a family owned and run business with a passion to share our enthusiasm for the sea and the activities we offer in a safe, fun and friendly environment for all ages and abilities. With decades of surf experience we pride ourselves in offering outstanding customer service, expert instruction and specialist advice. We offer a range of lessons to suit your needs delivered from fully certified instructors, providing high quality equipment for lessons and hire as well as core branded shop sales for the complete beginner to the most advanced surfer. Whether you are standing up on a board for the first time or travelling surfing the world’s best waves we guarantee to have something for you. Our assurance is that you will be learning, progressing, and enlivened about the future of your surfing. NOTE: We DO NOT offer WINDSURFING or KITESURFING. Unfortunately when selecting 'SURFING' the only option Trip Advisor offer is with these two other options added as well.

Come and have a fun round of Putting right in the heart of Beautiful Cromer, situated on the cliff top with stunning views of Cromer Pier and out to sea. Under new management, the course has been recently redesigned along with vast improvements to the Greens and featuring 18 brand new holes. Everyone is welcome, young or old, all equipment is provided free of charge and all for £3.00!!! Cash only.

The Puppet Tree is a social enterprise which aims to encourage creativity and imagination for children. It comprises of a step-back in time, Mister Geppetto style toy shop which holds workshop space for puppet making and story telling. Behind the shop is a purpose-built tiny theatre that contains stage curtains, props and over 100 puppet co-stars to help children create their very own puppet shows. This is a unique environment, where technology takes second place to creativity and ingenuity.

Cromer Pier, a heritage seaside pier in the civil parish of Cromer on the North Norfolk coast was designed by Douglass and Arnott and constructed by Alfred Thorne and is owned by North Norfolk District Council. The Pier is 151 metres (495 ft.) in length and was officially opened on 8 June 1901. Awarded Pier Of The Year in 2015 by The National Piers Society. The Pavilion Theatre at the end of the pier is one of only five UK end of pier theatres and is home to The Cromer Pier Show, the only end of pier show of its kind in the world. We are famous for crab fishing with the very best spot in Norfolk for the big catch, it’s a great way to relax and connect with nature for all the family. Grab a bite to eat above the waves with our Mediterranean inspired menu in Tides, enjoy a glass or two on our unique quarterdeck patio and pop into our perfectly stocked gift shop and take a piece of Cromer home with you.

UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP FROM 22/09/17 NOW A FAMILY RUN BUSINESS! We are a 500 mtr outdoor tarmac track, we use Biz Le Man 200cc karts and 160cc cadet karts. We have a new Coffee shop and cafe on site which sells fresh coffee and freshly made food. Also we have a vending machine for cold drinks and snacks. There is a heated indoor viewing area for those cold days and a upstairs decked area for the summer days. We do Practice Sessions, Grand Prix,Stag and Hen Events,Private Track Hire and Youth Club.

This is an active RNLI lifeboat station that is free to visit, but open to the public and donations can be made. From the large viewing gallery you can see a Tamar class lifeboat close too, unfortunately unless it is an open day (about 2 a year) or lifeboat day (22nd July 2018) you cannot get onboard. In the next few months we hope to improve the facilities and offer visitors an insight of the boat via pictures and videos.

Regal Movieplex Cinema is a 4 Screen Cinema. Part of the Merlin Cinemas Group. Blockbusters and events on the big screen!

The Parish Church was built in the 15th Century and was extensively restored in the late 19th Century. Today, it's home to a large congregation with friendly, relaxed and contemporary services in a variety of styles. Visitors are welcome at all services. The building is open every day from about 9.00 a.m. until about 5.00 p.m. There is no charge and you are welcome to enjoy the building and to use it as a place of peace, quiet and prayer.