West Runton & East Runton
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The Runtons, East and West, sit next to each other on the cliff top midway between Sheringham and Cromer. Below the cliffs are some fine beaches which are enjoyed by visitors to the Runtons' caravan sites - and others who venture there. Cromer and Sheringham grew with the arrival of the railways in the late Victorian era. The Runtons have gained status in more recent times, from the 1950s with the growing popularity of caravan holidays by the sea. Of the two, West Runton is the more substantial, with many Victorian houses and villas. Holy Trinity Church Has several bits in the tower and chancel that date from early in the 14th century. The chancel south window also has some mediaeval stained glass. On the large green is an attractive retting pond, used to soak the stalks of flax and hemp to make rope and sailcloth. The beach is accessed along the long, narrow beach road with car parking available on the cliff top. At East Runton a narrow road cuts through the cliffs, topped with caravans, down to the beach just a few metres from the Coast Road. Turn inland and an attractive green is revealed complete with ducks and geese, surrounded by pretty cottages. Follow the road under the railway viaduct as it winds up the hill towards Felbrigg, narrowing as it cuts through woodland. Christopher McGregor
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