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Moving House to Cromer with Hamiltons Removals
It’s famous for its Pier and its crabs, but what is Cromer like to move to? Hamiltons Removals are a Norfolk removal company who can help with moves all over the UK, as well as to our home county. Here we take a closer look at the north Norfolk coastal town of Cromer and what it offers to potential new residents and visitors alike.
The Pier
There’s been some sort of structure there since as far back as the 1390s. Initially a wooden jetty, it was particularly vulnerable to the sea and high winds. It wasn’t until 1901 that an iron structure was built, including a bandstand and pavilion.
Despite its more sturdy construction, it’s been a constant battle to keep the pier in a good state of repair, with storm damage being an ever-present threat. However, it is still the home of the Pavilion Theatre and bar, there’s a gift shop and Tides restaurant too. It’s also home to the town’s lifeboat station.
There’s always been a local commitment to it, and only in January this year the Pavilion Theatre Bar and toilets were upgraded at a cost of £45,000. It has also won the Pier of the Year title on several occasions, most recently in 2015.
The Crabs
The crustaceans a vital part of the town’s economy. The nutrient-rich waters and chalk shelf mean that the town’s crabs are particularly tasty, with a high proportion of white to brown meat. The crabs are usually caught in pots, and if they aren’t considered big enough they are returned to the sea.
The crab-rich habitat off the shores of Cromer is important for not just the fishing industry, but for people who want to catch their own. The world championships have been held in the town several times.
Facilities in Cromer
Cromer has its own hospital, with a minor injuries unit. When it comes to education there’s a high school called Cromer Academy (although pupils have to go to a neighbouring town if they want to study into the sixth form), a primary school, and an infants’ school with an attached nursery.
As far as transport links go, there’s a railway station which runs to Sheringham and Norwich. The county capital is also home to the nearest airport (and it’s on the north side of the city so it is relatively easy to get to). Norwich itself is just over 20 miles south of Cromer, and can be reached quickly along the A140.
In the centre of town, you will find the Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul, and a museum telling the story of the town is located nearby. There’s also still an annual carnival, with its own queen, street parade and fancy dress, which takes place every August.
House Prices in Cromer
According to the property website Rightmove, the average property price for homes sold in Cromer in the last year was just under £300,000. However, there are plenty of flats in the town which sell for around £100,000 less than that.
The Guardian notes that there are plenty of pre-Victorian homes and cottages in the central old town, near the church. To the west and the south, there are plenty of Victorian terraces and townhouses.
Although there is a premium to pay for living on the coast, the average house price is cheaper than the figure for nearby Sheringham and for the whole of Norfolk.
Removals to Cromer with Hamiltons Removals
Hamiltons can organise commercial or domestic removals to Cromer and the rest of Norfolk, including Taverham, Long Stratton, Cringleford and Trowse, as well as the city of Norwich.
And to make life easier for you at what can be a stressful time, we have a number of optional extras. We can pack and unpack your belongings, clean up your old home, and offer competitive removals insurance policies. If you want to do more of the work yourself, then we stock high-quality packing materials for moving house at our Norfolk base in Harleston. For more information, follow this link.
You can call us today for a quote on 01379 855203. We also offer online quotes and video surveys.
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