Cromer Signal Box

At this Grade II listed signal box, the lever frame is complete as in the 1960s, and visitors can operate it. On the grounds are working signals and points, all renovated by local volunteers. It is now an outpost of the North Norfolk Railway. Trains pass within feet on their way in and out of Cromer station. We have an old permanent way hut, with interesting tools, sections of railway and signalling history and artefacts on the grounds.

Timings & Tours

Friday 06 September:

10:00 - 16:00

Saturday 07 September:

10:00 - 16:00

Location & directions

North Norfolk Retail Park, Holt Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9ST

Directions:

The lane to the signal box is located off the Holt Road behind the Argos/Halfords loading bays and the Old Cemetery. Look out for the display board.

Contact on day:

Matt Newman

Telephone number:

+447920508350

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

This is a 1920s signal box in the condition it was in the 1960s, and there is no provision for disabled access. The entrance to the grounds is down a slope and via steps: the entrance to the operating room of the signal box is via stairs. The doors are narrow. The ground can be damp and muddy, depending on the weather. Because of this, visitors are asked to obey instructions from volunteers for their own safety and anyone exhibiting unsafe behaviour will be asked to leave the site.

Additional information

This is the only signal box of its type in existence (Grade II listed), and is an early modern example of concrete block as a building material. It was used until 2000 to control trains between Cromer and Sheringham/North Walsham, the line is now controlled by Trowse Swing Bridge signal box in Norwich.

Est. tour duration:

1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

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