New 3G Pitch for North Norfolk

Date published: 16th July 2025

A 3G pitch at Cromer Academy, built to FIFA standards, is now complete after a 12-week project to replace the old, exhausted one.  
 
The old, sand-based pitch was first built in 1994 and resurfaced in 2012 and was due for replacement. The new 3G pitch in Cromer has been a project the Council and local partners have been exploring for many years. 
 
The new pitch will provide quality training and match facilities for local clubs to hire, utilised by the academy during the school day and then available to the community during the evenings, weekends and school holidays, including Cromer Youth Football Club, who are the partner club for the pitch.  
 
This is the first 3G pitch in the North Norfolk district and a strong programme of use has already been developed as part of the application process. It is part of the Council’s dual-use community sports centre offer at this site which is operated by Everyone Active.    

See the new pitch and hear from Cllr. Liz Withington:
 

John Vincent, Principle at Cromer Academy said: 

“"Today marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Cromer Academy and our wider community. This 3G pitch is more than just a field, it’s a space where passion, teamwork, and ambition will come to life. By day, it will inspire our students to aim high and stay active. By night and on weekends, it becomes a hub for local talent, families, and teams to come together, play, and grow. It’s a place where dreams take root and friendships flourish. This pitch belongs to all of us, a true home for football in Cromer."


 
The project has been funded by North Norfolk District Council and the Football Foundation, and delivered in partnership between North Norfolk District Council, the Inspiration Trust (Cromer Academy), Norfolk Football Association and the Football Foundation. 
 
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