North Norfolk

The Virginia Court Hotel in Cromer North Norfolk is an independently owned 23 bedroom seaside hotel, offering overnight accommodation to suit everyone’s needs.

This stunning Norfolk Hotel offers suites, superking bedded, twins, doubles and single rooms on either a bed and breakfast or dinner B&B basis all located in a converted gentlemen’s club house in the centre of Cromer.

This former club house was reportedly built to entice Edward VII to continue to frequent Cromer, located on the prestigious tree lined avenue opposite North Lodge Park (which overlooks the sea), Virginia Court Hotel is a stone’s throw from both the town centre and the North Norfolk seafront.

Since becoming a hotel in the 1920s the hotel has gone through several re-iterations and updates and now offers fabulous accommodation, delicious food, a sun trapped garden and ample free parking. This North Norfolk hotel is also fully wifi enabled, ensuring connection in both public areas and your bedroom. And its free of charge!

Virginia Court Hotel in Cromer is set amidst the beautiful surroundings of North Norfolk. You’ll find plenty to do here including walking along the North Norfolk coastal path, birdwatching at Cley, visiting Sandringham and the halls at Blickling, Felbrigg, Holkham and Houghton. Take a boat trip to see the seals at Blakeney point or explore the Norfolk Broads. Additional activities include exploring the local villages and towns. Holt is a pretty Georgian market town packed with unusual shops and galleries. There’s also a country park and steam railway nearby.

Cromer itself is famous for its delicious, sweet (but small) crabs and when in season between May and September there is nothing better than to eat in our Dining Room restaurant and feast on local crab. Our seasonal menu includes crab served in a variety of ways including; crab crostini, potted crab, crab cakes, salads and thermidor to name a few!

Basing yourself in Cromer allows you to easily explore the town; watch the fishermen land their catch directly on the beach, visit the Henry Blogg and lifeboat museums, catch your own crabs off the pier and take in the famous Seaside Special Shows on the award winning Cromer Pier! For those with a little more energy try a walk up to the Cromer Lighthouse or even play a round of golf at Royal Cromer Golf club.

For a relaxing leisure break by the coast in stylish Cromer accommodation you will enjoy the Virginia Court Hotel.

With its modern hotel rooms the Virginia Court Hotel in Cromer offers a comfortable relaxed experience where you will receive friendly but professional service from all our team. So sit back, relax and enjoy a refreshing drink before sampling the delights of our evening menu featuring a variety of locally sourced foods including the famous Cromer Crab (when in season).

You will find Virginia Court Hotel in Cromer is the most ideal of Norfolk Hotels for all types of breaks; awaydays, microbreaks and short weekend breaks or for use as a base for longer stays.

Fabulous dog and family friendly self catering holiday cottages in North Norfolk. All with real fires and unlimited WiFi. 

Lark Cottage, Titchwell, North Norfolk sleeps 8-10 and unlimited dogs welcome at no extra charge. With a large enclosed garden and amazing sea views. 

Sage Cottage, Burnham Overy Staithe, North Norfolk sleeps 4 and three dogs welcome at no charge. It’s just a short walk to the sea and miles of coastal path. 

Samphire Cottage, Docking, North Norfolk sleeps 4-5 and unlimited dogs welcome at no extra charge. It is just a short five minute drive to Brancaster beach. 

Abbey House Cottage, Wells-next-Sea, North Norfolk sleeps 4 and two dogs are welcome at no charge. In the heart of Wells-next-the-Sea and all that it has to offer. Probably one of the most iconic Norfolk beaches with its stunning beach huts. 

As an owner/small agent you get my personal knowledge of the area and the properties, what ever you need I can sort it. Dog crates to high chairs, just ask. And unlike other agents and online travel agents I don’t charge fees or enormous commissions.  Get more for your money and the holiday you worked so hard for.

Did you know that Pensthorpe Natural Park is not just all about ducks? As well as appealing to nature and gardening enthusiasts, wildlife lovers and bird watchers, it also makes for a perfect day out for families and young children. 

Multiple WINNER of Norfolk's Best Large Attraction*, Pensthorpe is a modern day nature reserve with a focus on inspiring the next generation to enjoy wildlife and the great outdoors – without compromising on the tranquility and calmness that the reserve brings to so many regular visitors.

Former home of BBC Springwatch, the 700 acre reserve is a true showcase for British wildlife; beautiful gardens including one of Norfolk’s largest wildflower meadows which is home to the famous harvest mouse who starred in the recent BBC’s Planet Earth Two series and; more recently, inspiring adventure play, no matter what the weather. Encounter Flamingos, Red Squirrels, and cute ducks that will feed out of the palm of your hand; larger than life bugs on the Bug Trail; and learn more about Pensthorpe Conservation Trust’s 'Actively Saving Species' projects including Operation Turtle Dove, the Great Crane Project and their Corncrake re-introduction programme.

Hop on the Pensthorpe Explorer** for a behind the scenes tour to discover the secret side of the Wensum Valley, enjoy home cooked food in the Courtyard café and shop in one of North Norfolk’s largest gift shops. Families can unwind together in WildRootz, an outdoor adventure play area and Hootz House, the award winning indoor play area, complete with soft play for the under 5s.

*EDP Norfolk Tourism Awards

**Seasonal activity with additional charge

The Red Lion Hotel is situated on the beautiful North Norfolk Coast overlooking the award winning Cromer Pier and award winning beach. At over 200 years old you'll discover many of its original features, including wood panelling, open log fires and Victoria flooring.

The hotel boasts 15 en-suite rooms, many with amazing sea views. You'll find a lounge area for comfort and relaxation overlooking the pier and a traditional bar with an excellent selection of local Real Ales from Norfolk and Suffolk. The Red Lion is a member of CAMRA , is in the AA Good Pub Guide and also the AA Pet Friendly Guide.

You can choose to dine in the bar or our newly refurbished restaurant, we offer superb Norfolk Fayre sourced by our team of Chefs including Norfolk Sausages, Venison, Cromer Crab, Morston Mussels and in fact all the Seafood the Norfolk coast has to offer. The Hotel prides itself on its level of comfort, welcome, service, delicious food and beautiful location. 

Ogilvy House aims to be the premier bed and breakfast destination for those who are looking for a touch of luxury, style, delicious locally sourced food and value for money when visiting glorrious North Norfolk. 

Ogilvy House (meaning high house) is an imposing Victorian three storey town house situated in a conservation area, close to the town centre and strolling distance from the beach in Cromer on the revered North Norfolk coast.  Our mission is that our guests receive a warm welcome, and the same quality of service, food, accommodation and value for money that we would expect ourselves as professionals.  The standard of the recent refurbishment ensures that the guests have a luxurious, spacious and comfortable visit to Ogilvy House, regardless of what the seasons have to offer and will return with the confidence that their experience can be repeated.

Ogilvy House has just undergone an extensive renovation programme that has been protective of original features, whilst updating to modern standards. The overall atmosphere of the house is that of inviting warmth and style, concentrating on smoky paint colours, natural sisal flooring and an open fire in winter.  The house offers three individually designed letting rooms, all with en-suite facilities, The White Company Egyptian cotton bed linen, hypoallergenic pillows and quilts, Flat screen Smart TVs,  free WiFi connection, use of a hairdryer, a small safe and complimentary toiletries.  The superior room has a free standing bath and all rooms offer under floor heating.

Parking is at a premium in Cromer so luckily we can offer two parking spaces with prior arrangement.

We are also aware that many visitors to Cromer and the glorious surrounding North Norfolk coastal areas partake in sports and activities and for this reason we provide a locked outbuilding for bicycles, golf clubs, walking boots/clothes etc. 

Stephenson Smart is a firm of Chartered Accountants established over 100 years ago based in King's Lynn, Fakenham, Downham Market and Great Yarmouth. We continue to build on our enviable reputation for providing excellent advise and first class service to our business and personal clients alike. We have many clients in the local community and wider afield. 

As well as general accountancy, audit and tax skills, our partners also have individual specialist skills which enables us to provide clients with a first class service. With our wealth of experience we pride ourselves on delivering an unparalleled service to all clients, whatever size or sector.

In addition to traditional auditing, accounting and tax services we also provide advice on how to improve and develop your business. Whether you need an integrated business strategy, access to corporate finance or specialist tax advice we are here to help you achieve your goals.

If you are looking for a team of reliable, professional, approachable accountants who will do more than just respond to your needs - who will work in a proactive manner to help you succees, we would be delighted to be of service.