Cromer Norfolk tourist centre could become dental surgery
The availability of dentists has been a long-standing concern in the region
A former tourism centre on the coast could be turned into a dental surgery after it was shut down to save money.
The North Norfolk Visitor Centre in Cromer was closed by the council earlier this year in a £170,000-a-year cost-cutting measure.
Over the years, the facility had seen a downturn in the number of visitors using the site, with more people turning to online sources of tourism-related information.
After agreeing to close the venue, North Norfolk District Council began advertising the property on the open market.
This resulted in eight different businesses expressing interest in leasing it, ranging from a bakery, cafe, osteopath, real ale pub and a shop.
However, after considering the options, NNDC officials have decided to recommend turning the site into a dental surgery.
The availability of dentists has been a long-standing concern in the region.
In a report to councillors, officers said this option would be the best move financially.
The remaining options were not considered to provide the highest level of rental income.
North Norfolk District Council’s cabinet members will discuss the leasing of the former tourist centre on May 6.