Storm-battered Cromer Pier to receive £250,000 revival package |
The grade-II listed pier, built in 1901 and set to celebrate its 125th anniversary next year, is one of north Norfolk's most recognisable attractions and draws hundreds and thousands of visitors every year.
North Norfolk District Council (NNDC) committed to the major investment on Wednesday (December 17), following a structural survey that found essential work was required after years of being battered by the North Sea.
Cromer Pier is one of Norfolk's most well-known landmarks (Image: Denise Bradley)
The detailed analysis carried out by engineers earlier this year found a number of defects within the famous building’s deck beams, trusses, bracing and columns.
Councillor Lucy Shires, who led the motion for the £250,000 package, said the pier is still safe and work will begin as early as next month to cause “minimal disruption”.
The repairs have been scheduled for January and February in order to capitalise on the quiet period at the pier, with no shows planned at the Pavilion Theatre and when general footfall is low.
However, at Wednesday’s cabinet meeting, councillor Tom Fitzpatrick cautioned against what he described as........