History & Heritage

George Skipper in Cromer

History & Heritage

East of England

FROM £12

Experience Overview

This 1 hour 45 minutes walking tour in Cromer looks at architect George Skipper’s legacy in the Norfolk seaside town. He worked on projects in Cromer from the late 1880s through to the 1930s. Skipper designed seven hotels, notably the Hotel de Paris, overlooking Cromer Pier and the Cliftonville.

Duration 2 hours
Party size Up to 20 people

You'll love this because

Victorian hotels and architecture

Great sea views

Magnificent stained glass at The Cliftonville Hotel

Fitness level

A gentle walking experience

What you will do

This 1 hour 45 minutes walking tour in Cromer looks at architect George Skipper’s legacy in the Norfolk seaside town. He worked on projects in Cromer from the late 1880s through to the 1930s.Skipper designed seven hotels, notably the Hotel de Paris, overlooking Cromer Pier and the Cliftonville and Sandcliff on Runton Road. George Skipper was also architect for a range of residential properties on Bernard Road, along with Cromer’s first Town Hall and Kingston House, comprising striking residential and business premises just behind the seafront. Skipper is renowned as the architect for a series of standout buildings in Norwich. Sir John Betjeman wrote: ‘He is to Norwich rather what Gaudi was to Barcelona.’ But he was more active in Cromer than Norwich. The tour finishes at the Cliftonville Hotel with tea or coffee and biscuits.

What's included

Tea/coffee and biscuits at The Cliftonville Hotel.

What I might need

Be prepared for rain!

About the host

Paul Dickson has been a tour guide for the last 10 years and offers tours in Norwich, Cromer and the Norfolk Broads.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund cancel within 24 hours of booking, or at least 14 days before the Experience is scheduled. If you cancel 13 - 7 days before you'll receive a 50% refund. Read full Terms & Conditions here.

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WHERE TO MEET

North Norfolk Visitor Centre, Louden Road, Cromer, NR27 9EF


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