Cromer's picturesque coastline boasts a stunning stretch of sand and shingle beach, backed by historic pier and charming seaside town. The beach consistently earns an Excellent water quality rating, as tested by the Environment Agency. During the summer months, the water temperature can reach a pleasant 18°C.
Hand-picked holiday cottages & coastal retreats near Cromer (North Norfolk) & surrounds
Rural Retreats
From £674
A charming Victorian mid-terrace cottage situated in the unspoilt coastal village of Overstrand. Tide Cottage is a beautifully curated romantic hideaway ideal for a couple, or t...
Rural Retreats
From £466
The perfect rural retreat, surrounded by unrivalled views of open countryside, this delightful property at Wickmere near Sheringham has antique furniture, exposed beams and a wo...
Rural Retreats
From £752
In association with Trinity House, we are pleased to present Valonia Cottage at Cromer Lighthouse.
Rural Retreats
From £560
Located on the Cromer Lighthouse site with spectacular sea views, this is an interesting one bedroom cottage which has an open-plan sitting/dining/kitchen area with a domed bedr...
Rural Retreats
From £888
This single-storey brick and chalk detached house sits within a third of acre of gardens and has beautiful views across open farmland and showcases exposed beams and stonework. ...
Rural Retreats
From £1,228
Offering a calm space in a quiet corner of the North Norfolk coast, The Coach House in Ringstead is a wonderful example of a characterful property that is true to the area. Form...
Rural Retreats
From £1,000
Offering a calm space in a quiet corner of the North Norfolk coast, The Coach House in Ringstead is a wonderful example of a characterful property that is true to the area. Form...
Rural Retreats
From £589
Located on the outskirts of Happisburgh (pronounced "Hays-bruh"), this gorgeous, luxuriously converted coach house dating from the 1800's is next door to Happisburgh Hall, a mag...
Harmonic astronomical predictions, tidal coefficients & flow rate
| Day | High & Low Tides (Local Time) | Tidal Range | Coeff / Phase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 11 Nov | ▼ Low 13:57 (1.31m)▲ High 19:27 (5.02m) | 3.71m | Spring (91) |
| Today | ▼ Low 02:10 (1.26m)▲ High 07:56 (4.76m)▼ Low 14:24 (1.46m)▲ High 19:57 (4.94m) | 3.68m | Spring (91) |
| Fri 13 Nov | ▼ Low 02:44 (1.36m)▲ High 08:36 (4.58m)▼ Low 14:53 (1.64m)▲ High 20:29 (4.81m) | 3.45m | Spring (85) |
| Sat 14 Nov | ▼ Low 03:19 (1.49m)▲ High 09:20 (4.38m)▼ Low 15:27 (1.84m)▲ High 21:03 (4.65m) | 3.16m | Coeff 77 |
| Sun 15 Nov | ▼ Low 03:59 (1.64m)▲ High 10:08 (4.18m)▼ Low 16:06 (2.06m)▲ High 21:43 (4.46m) | 2.82m | Coeff 69 |
| Mon 16 Nov | ▼ Low 04:44 (1.80m)▲ High 11:04 (4.01m)▼ Low 16:54 (2.26m)▲ High 22:34 (4.28m) | 2.48m | Coeff 60 |
| Tue 17 Nov | ▼ Low 05:40 (1.92m)▲ High 12:09 (3.90m)▼ Low 17:58 (2.40m)▲ High 23:44 (4.15m) | 2.23m | Coeff 54 |
The shoreline consists primarily of sand. Sediment type dictates underfoot comfort, wave energy absorption, and the water's clarity when currents stir up the seabed.
Water quality is classified as excellent, meeting the highest cleanliness standards. Bacterial counts (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) are consistently low, posing negligible health risks.
This bathing water is generally resilient and has a low risk of quality degradation after heavy summer storm events.
Tested weekly by the Environment Agency England for bacteria levels (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) between May and September.
Monitored as a coastal beach. Coastal beaches are subject to tidal flows and marine dilution, whereas inland lakes/rivers suffer from low water circulation, meaning bacteria can linger longer.
Anglian Water Services Limited is the regional utility responsible for waste water treatment, sewage infrastructure, and storm overflow management in this catchment area.
Officially designated as a protected bathing water site in 1988. This designation mandates regular public health monitoring.
Governed under local district sanitation and environmental safety regulations in the North Norfolk area.
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