Short birdwatching visit · Public coastal paths
Cromer Lighthouse and East Cliffs
Cromer, Norfolk · NR27 0BU
Cromer’s east cliffs give a public walking route with sea views, grassy ground and patches of coastal scrub. The lighthouse area links towards Overstrand, while paths nearer the town provide alternative angles for a shorter visit. The county bird club describes spring and autumn migration as a particular attraction and lists Gannet, Kittiwake, Razorbill and Sandwich Tern among the regularly encountered birds. Use a settled viewpoint for scanning offshore, then give the scrub a separate, unhurried look. This is an exposed cliff-top outing: follow the marked paths and leave plenty of room for other walkers and golfers.
Birds and seasons
- Gannet — Typically spring, summer and autumn
- Kittiwake — Typically spring and summer
- Razorbill — Typically year-round
- Sandwich Tern — Typically spring and summer
Plan your visit
- Hides and viewpoints
- The club identifies a cliff-top shelter for watching the sea nearer Cromer town.
- Paths
- Public paths link the lighthouse area, coastal scrub and the route towards Overstrand.
- Parking
- The county bird club recommends the Cliff Road approach off the Overstrand road.
- Accessibility
- The described approach includes steps and a slope; allow for these before choosing a route.
Getting there: Use the Cliff Road parking approach described by the county bird club, then take the public path uphill.
Sources
Social preview: original typographic artwork by Does Your Duck Quack.
Continue birding nearby
Nearest full guide: NWT Cley and Salthouse Marshes, 11.1 miles away in a straight line.