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Wymondham: 108, Chapel Lane
Wymondham: 108, Chapel Lane Credit: Michael Garlick

Crownthorpe is a small village located in Norfolk, England. Situated approximately 12 miles south of Norwich, it is nestled amidst the picturesque countryside that characterizes this region. With a population of around 200 residents, Crownthorpe has a close-knit community that exudes a welcoming and friendly atmosphere.

The village is known for its charming traditional cottages and historic buildings, which showcase the area's rich architectural heritage. The local church, St. Peter's, is a prominent feature and dates back to the 14th century, offering visitors a glimpse into the village's long history. Surrounding the village are vast expanses of green fields and rolling hills, providing a stunning backdrop for leisurely walks and outdoor activities.

Although Crownthorpe is a small village, it is conveniently located near a range of amenities. The nearby town of Wymondham offers a variety of shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities, ensuring that residents have access to essential services. Additionally, the village benefits from excellent transport links, with the A11 and A47 roads just a short drive away, providing easy access to Norwich and beyond.

For nature enthusiasts, Crownthorpe offers ample opportunities to explore the surrounding natural beauty. The village is located near the Norfolk Broads, a network of rivers, lakes, and wetlands that are renowned for their unique wildlife and scenic landscapes. This proximity allows residents to enjoy activities such as boating, birdwatching, and hiking.

In summary, Crownthorpe is a quaint village in Norfolk that boasts a rich history, stunning countryside, and a close-knit community. Its idyllic location and nearby amenities make it an attractive place to live or visit for those seeking a peaceful and picturesque setting.

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Wymondham: 108, Chapel Lane
Wymondham: 108, Chapel Lane
Wicklewood: Tithe Farm Cottages
Wicklewood: Tithe Farm Cottages
Kimberley: Kimberley Hall from Carleton Bridge
Kimberley: Kimberley Hall from Carleton Bridge
The disused platform at Kimberley Park station, Mid Norfolk Railway The Lynn & Dereham Railway and the Norfolk Railway both obtained Parliament’s permission to build lines to Dereham in 1845. The Norfolk Railway, building its line from Wymondham, reached Dereham first, and opened its railway to passengers on the 15th February 1847. As a result of modernisation, the line witnessed its last scheduled steam-hauled passenger train on the 17th September 1955. Diesel units took over the next day, But steam-hauled freight continued into the early 1960s. By 1960 there was an hourly passenger service to Norwich. The increased use of road transport, led to a decline in passenger numbers, and it became one of the many railways to be threatened by the “Beeching Report” in 1963. In June 1965, the Wymondham to Dereham section was reduced to single track with a passing loop at Hardingham, and the service between Wymondham and Dereham ceased in October 1969. Although the Mid Norfolk Railway is physically connected to the Norwich to Cambridge line at Wymondham, it actually starts from Wymondham Abbey station for its 11+ mile run to Dereham. It is hoped to extend the line to North Elmham and eventually to Fakenham. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.mnr.org.uk/history-of-the-line/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.mnr.org.uk/history-of-the-line/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> and <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mid-Norfolk_Railway" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mid-Norfolk_Railway">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> for much fuller histories. Kimberley Park station is the second station along the line from Wymondham Abbey. It opened with the line (when the station was known as Kimberley) and it was provided with a second platform when the line was doubled in the early 1880s. The station reopened as part of the Mid Norfolk Railway on 22nd May 2004. Only the down platform is served by trains. The up platform seen here is no longer used.
The disused platform at Kimberley Park station, Mid Norfolk Railway
The Lynn & Dereham Railway and the Norfolk Railway both obtained Parliament’s permission to build lines to Dereham in 1845. The Norfolk Railway, building its line from Wymondham, reached Dereham first, and opened its railway to passengers on the 15th February 1847. As a result of modernisation, the line witnessed its last scheduled steam-hauled passenger train on the 17th September 1955. Diesel units took over the next day, But steam-hauled freight continued into the early 1960s. By 1960 there was an hourly passenger service to Norwich. The increased use of road transport, led to a decline in passenger numbers, and it became one of the many railways to be threatened by the “Beeching Report” in 1963. In June 1965, the Wymondham to Dereham section was reduced to single track with a passing loop at Hardingham, and the service between Wymondham and Dereham ceased in October 1969. Although the Mid Norfolk Railway is physically connected to the Norwich to Cambridge line at Wymondham, it actually starts from Wymondham Abbey station for its 11+ mile run to Dereham. It is hoped to extend the line to North Elmham and eventually to Fakenham. See LinkExternal link and LinkExternal link for much fuller histories. Kimberley Park station is the second station along the line from Wymondham Abbey. It opened with the line (when the station was known as Kimberley) and it was provided with a second platform when the line was doubled in the early 1880s. The station reopened as part of the Mid Norfolk Railway on 22nd May 2004. Only the down platform is served by trains. The up platform seen here is no longer used.
Kimberley Park station from the train The Lynn & Dereham Railway and the Norfolk Railway both obtained Parliament’s permission to build lines to Dereham in 1845. The Norfolk Railway, building its line from Wymondham, reached Dereham first, and opened its railway to passengers on the 15th February 1847. As a result of modernisation, the line witnessed its last scheduled steam-hauled passenger train on the 17th September 1955. Diesel units took over the next day, But steam-hauled freight continued into the early 1960s. By 1960 there was an hourly passenger service to Norwich. The increased use of road transport, led to a decline in passenger numbers, and it became one of the many railways to be threatened by the “Beeching Report” in 1963. In June 1965, the Wymondham to Dereham section was reduced to single track with a passing loop at Hardingham, and the service between Wymondham and Dereham ceased in October 1969. Although the Mid Norfolk Railway is physically connected to the Norwich to Cambridge line at Wymondham, it actually starts from Wymondham Abbey station for its 11+ mile run to Dereham. It is hoped to extend the line to North Elmham and eventually to Fakenham. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.mnr.org.uk/history-of-the-line/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.mnr.org.uk/history-of-the-line/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> and <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mid-Norfolk_Railway" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mid-Norfolk_Railway">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> for much fuller histories. Kimberley Park station is the second station along the line from Wymondham Abbey. It opened with the line (when the station was known as Kimberley) and it was provided with a second platform when the line was doubled in the early 1880s. The station reopened as part of the Mid Norfolk Railway on 22nd May 2004. Only the down platform, seen here from a train leaving for Wymondham Abbey, is served by trains. The up platform is no longer used.
Kimberley Park station from the train
The Lynn & Dereham Railway and the Norfolk Railway both obtained Parliament’s permission to build lines to Dereham in 1845. The Norfolk Railway, building its line from Wymondham, reached Dereham first, and opened its railway to passengers on the 15th February 1847. As a result of modernisation, the line witnessed its last scheduled steam-hauled passenger train on the 17th September 1955. Diesel units took over the next day, But steam-hauled freight continued into the early 1960s. By 1960 there was an hourly passenger service to Norwich. The increased use of road transport, led to a decline in passenger numbers, and it became one of the many railways to be threatened by the “Beeching Report” in 1963. In June 1965, the Wymondham to Dereham section was reduced to single track with a passing loop at Hardingham, and the service between Wymondham and Dereham ceased in October 1969. Although the Mid Norfolk Railway is physically connected to the Norwich to Cambridge line at Wymondham, it actually starts from Wymondham Abbey station for its 11+ mile run to Dereham. It is hoped to extend the line to North Elmham and eventually to Fakenham. See LinkExternal link and LinkExternal link for much fuller histories. Kimberley Park station is the second station along the line from Wymondham Abbey. It opened with the line (when the station was known as Kimberley) and it was provided with a second platform when the line was doubled in the early 1880s. The station reopened as part of the Mid Norfolk Railway on 22nd May 2004. Only the down platform, seen here from a train leaving for Wymondham Abbey, is served by trains. The up platform is no longer used.
Wicklewood Tower Mill Built in 1845, Wicklewood Windmill is of a tarred brick type construction. The mill ceased working in 1942 and by 1949 was derelict. On 5th April 1973, the mill was donated to the Norfolk Windmills Trust. Since then renovations of many parts of the windmill have taken place.
Wicklewood Tower Mill
Built in 1845, Wicklewood Windmill is of a tarred brick type construction. The mill ceased working in 1942 and by 1949 was derelict. On 5th April 1973, the mill was donated to the Norfolk Windmills Trust. Since then renovations of many parts of the windmill have taken place.
Kimberley Roll of Honour The Roll of Honour does not differentiate between those that were lost and those who returned home safely. The names of the fallen in WW1 are :James BARNARD, William BUCKLE, Benjamin James SPALDING, Herbert John SPINKS, The Hon. Edward WODEHOUSE M.C., Hon. Philip WODEHOUSE, F.H. WOODCOCK -not named on the memorial. The only WW2 casualty was John WODEHOUSE CBE, M.C. a Civilian who died at 48 Jermyn Street, Westminster in 1941.
Kimberley Roll of Honour
The Roll of Honour does not differentiate between those that were lost and those who returned home safely. The names of the fallen in WW1 are :James BARNARD, William BUCKLE, Benjamin James SPALDING, Herbert John SPINKS, The Hon. Edward WODEHOUSE M.C., Hon. Philip WODEHOUSE, F.H. WOODCOCK -not named on the memorial. The only WW2 casualty was John WODEHOUSE CBE, M.C. a Civilian who died at 48 Jermyn Street, Westminster in 1941.
Red telephone box now white It can be seen beside Wymondham Road (B1135) in Kimberley, and was still painted red in January 2015 > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4472161" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4472161">Link</a>.
Red telephone box now white
It can be seen beside Wymondham Road (B1135) in Kimberley, and was still painted red in January 2015 > Link.
White telephone box in Kimberley It is situated near the junction of Wymondham Road (B1135) and Norwich Road (B1108), which can be seen in the background, and was still painted red in January 2015 > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4472161" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4472161">Link</a>.
White telephone box in Kimberley
It is situated near the junction of Wymondham Road (B1135) and Norwich Road (B1108), which can be seen in the background, and was still painted red in January 2015 > Link.
Kimberley Park railway station A driver's eye view of the first stop north of Wymondham Abbey on the Mid-Norfolk Railway.
Kimberley Park railway station
A driver's eye view of the first stop north of Wymondham Abbey on the Mid-Norfolk Railway.
19th century stained glass in Kimberley St Peter The window designed by Clayton Bell c1871 is dedicated to the memory of Fanny Wodehouse. It depicts St Frances, St Bridget and St Patrick together with a Resurrection scene. For a view of the church see > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/773232" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/773232">Link</a>.
19th century stained glass in Kimberley St Peter
The window designed by Clayton Bell c1871 is dedicated to the memory of Fanny Wodehouse. It depicts St Frances, St Bridget and St Patrick together with a Resurrection scene. For a view of the church see > Link.
Continental stained glass in Kimberley St Peter Window in south chancel wall containing a superb collection of mainly 16th century German glass. The scroll carrying angels in the two top panels came from Cologne Cathedral and are believed to have originally been bought for installation at St Andrew’s Church in Hingham. The two bottom panels are very similar to the bottom panel in the stained glass window at Ketteringham Hall > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4841138" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4841138">Link</a>. Two other panels in this window depict Christ expelling the money lenders from the Temple (dated to about 1500) and the General Resurrection of the Dead (1555), both originally made for the German Steinfeld Abbey.
Continental stained glass in Kimberley St Peter
Window in south chancel wall containing a superb collection of mainly 16th century German glass. The scroll carrying angels in the two top panels came from Cologne Cathedral and are believed to have originally been bought for installation at St Andrew’s Church in Hingham. The two bottom panels are very similar to the bottom panel in the stained glass window at Ketteringham Hall > Link. Two other panels in this window depict Christ expelling the money lenders from the Temple (dated to about 1500) and the General Resurrection of the Dead (1555), both originally made for the German Steinfeld Abbey.
Continental stained glass in Kimberley St Peter Window in south chancel wall containing a superb collection of mainly 16th century German glass. The scroll carrying angels in the two top panels (one depicted here) came from Cologne Cathedral and are believed to have originally been bought for installation at St Andrew’s Church in Hingham. The two bottom panels are very similar to the bottom panel in the stained glass window at Ketteringham Hall > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4841138" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4841138">Link</a>. Two other panels in this window depict Christ expelling the money lenders from the Temple (dated to about 1500) and the General Resurrection of the Dead (1555), both originally made for the German Steinfeld Abbey.
Continental stained glass in Kimberley St Peter
Window in south chancel wall containing a superb collection of mainly 16th century German glass. The scroll carrying angels in the two top panels (one depicted here) came from Cologne Cathedral and are believed to have originally been bought for installation at St Andrew’s Church in Hingham. The two bottom panels are very similar to the bottom panel in the stained glass window at Ketteringham Hall > Link. Two other panels in this window depict Christ expelling the money lenders from the Temple (dated to about 1500) and the General Resurrection of the Dead (1555), both originally made for the German Steinfeld Abbey.
Continental stained glass in Kimberley St Peter Window in south chancel wall containing a superb collection of mainly 16th century German glass. The scroll carrying angels in the two top panels (one depicted here) came from Cologne Cathedral and are believed to have originally been bought for installation at St Andrew’s Church in Hingham. The two bottom panels are very similar to the bottom panel in the stained glass window at Ketteringham Hall > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4841138" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4841138">Link</a>. Two other panels in this window depict Christ expelling the money lenders from the Temple (dated to about 1500) and the General Resurrection of the Dead (1555), both originally made for the German Steinfeld Abbey.
Continental stained glass in Kimberley St Peter
Window in south chancel wall containing a superb collection of mainly 16th century German glass. The scroll carrying angels in the two top panels (one depicted here) came from Cologne Cathedral and are believed to have originally been bought for installation at St Andrew’s Church in Hingham. The two bottom panels are very similar to the bottom panel in the stained glass window at Ketteringham Hall > Link. Two other panels in this window depict Christ expelling the money lenders from the Temple (dated to about 1500) and the General Resurrection of the Dead (1555), both originally made for the German Steinfeld Abbey.
Continental stained glass in Kimberley St Peter Window in south chancel wall containing a superb collection of mainly 16th century German glass. The scroll carrying angels in the two top panels came from Cologne Cathedral and are believed to have originally been bought for installation at St Andrew’s Church in Hingham. The two bottom panels (one depicted here) are very similar to the bottom panel in the stained glass window at Ketteringham Hall > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4845317" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4845317">Link</a>. Two other panels in this window depict Christ expelling the money lenders from the Temple (dated to about 1500) and the General Resurrection of the Dead (1555), both originally made for the German Steinfeld Abbey.
Continental stained glass in Kimberley St Peter
Window in south chancel wall containing a superb collection of mainly 16th century German glass. The scroll carrying angels in the two top panels came from Cologne Cathedral and are believed to have originally been bought for installation at St Andrew’s Church in Hingham. The two bottom panels (one depicted here) are very similar to the bottom panel in the stained glass window at Ketteringham Hall > Link. Two other panels in this window depict Christ expelling the money lenders from the Temple (dated to about 1500) and the General Resurrection of the Dead (1555), both originally made for the German Steinfeld Abbey.
Continental stained glass in Kimberley St Peter Window in south chancel wall containing a superb collection of mainly 16th century German glass. The scroll carrying angels in the two top panels came from Cologne Cathedral and are believed to have originally been bought for installation at St Andrew’s Church in Hingham. The two bottom panels (one depicted here) are very similar to the bottom panel in the stained glass window at Ketteringham Hall > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4845317" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4845317">Link</a>. Two other panels in this window depict Christ expelling the money lenders from the Temple (dated to about 1500) and the General Resurrection of the Dead (1555), both originally made for the German Steinfeld Abbey.
Continental stained glass in Kimberley St Peter
Window in south chancel wall containing a superb collection of mainly 16th century German glass. The scroll carrying angels in the two top panels came from Cologne Cathedral and are believed to have originally been bought for installation at St Andrew’s Church in Hingham. The two bottom panels (one depicted here) are very similar to the bottom panel in the stained glass window at Ketteringham Hall > Link. Two other panels in this window depict Christ expelling the money lenders from the Temple (dated to about 1500) and the General Resurrection of the Dead (1555), both originally made for the German Steinfeld Abbey.
Continental stained glass in Kimberley St Peter Window in south chancel wall containing a superb collection of mainly 16th century German glass. The scroll carrying angels in the two top panels came from Cologne Cathedral and are believed to have originally been bought for installation at St Andrew’s Church in Hingham. The two bottom panels are very similar to the bottom panel in the stained glass window at Ketteringham Hall > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4841138" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4841138">Link</a>. Two other panels in this window depict Christ expelling the money lenders from the Temple (dated to about 1500) and the General Resurrection of the Dead (1555), both originally made for the German Steinfeld Abbey.
Continental stained glass in Kimberley St Peter
Window in south chancel wall containing a superb collection of mainly 16th century German glass. The scroll carrying angels in the two top panels came from Cologne Cathedral and are believed to have originally been bought for installation at St Andrew’s Church in Hingham. The two bottom panels are very similar to the bottom panel in the stained glass window at Ketteringham Hall > Link. Two other panels in this window depict Christ expelling the money lenders from the Temple (dated to about 1500) and the General Resurrection of the Dead (1555), both originally made for the German Steinfeld Abbey.
Continental stained glass in Kimberley St Peter Window in south chancel wall containing a superb collection of mainly 16th century German glass. The scroll carrying angels in the two top panels came from Cologne Cathedral and are believed to have originally been bought for installation at St Andrew’s Church in Hingham. The two bottom panels are very similar to the bottom panel in the stained glass window at Ketteringham Hall > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4841138" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4841138">Link</a>. Two other panels in this window depict Christ expelling the money lenders from the Temple (dated to about 1500) and the General Resurrection of the Dead (1555), both originally made for the German Steinfeld Abbey.
Continental stained glass in Kimberley St Peter
Window in south chancel wall containing a superb collection of mainly 16th century German glass. The scroll carrying angels in the two top panels came from Cologne Cathedral and are believed to have originally been bought for installation at St Andrew’s Church in Hingham. The two bottom panels are very similar to the bottom panel in the stained glass window at Ketteringham Hall > Link. Two other panels in this window depict Christ expelling the money lenders from the Temple (dated to about 1500) and the General Resurrection of the Dead (1555), both originally made for the German Steinfeld Abbey.
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Crownthorpe is located at Grid Ref: TG0803 (Lat: 52.586643, Lng: 1.073474)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: South Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

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