Ashby St Mary

Settlement in Norfolk South Norfolk

England

Ashby St Mary

Carleton St Peter, St Peter — Carleton St Peter, St Peter Credit: Dave Kelly

Ashby St Mary is a picturesque village located in the South Norfolk district of Norfolk, England. Situated approximately 7 miles southeast of Norwich, the village is nestled in the beautiful countryside, surrounded by lush green fields and meandering waterways.

The village is known for its charming and unspoiled character, with a mix of traditional thatched cottages and larger, more modern homes. The center of the village is dominated by the Grade II listed St Mary's Church, a magnificent medieval building that dates back to the 14th century. The church boasts a stunning tower and features intricate stained glass windows.

Despite its small size, Ashby St Mary has a strong sense of community. The village has a popular pub called The White Horse, which serves traditional British food and hosts regular events. There is also a thriving village hall that hosts a range of activities and events for residents of all ages.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Ashby St Mary offers plenty of opportunities to explore the surrounding countryside. The village is located near the River Yare and has several footpaths and bridleways that wind through the fields and woodlands. These paths provide stunning views and are popular with walkers, joggers, and cyclists.

Overall, Ashby St Mary is a charming and idyllic village that offers a peaceful and rural way of life. With its beautiful scenery, strong community spirit, and easy access to nearby amenities, it is a desirable place to live or visit in Norfolk.

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Ashby St Mary Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.569599/1.430447 or Grid Reference TG3202. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Carleton St Peter, St Peter

Carleton St Peter, St Peter

The path to St Peter's church See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1331932">TG3402 : The path to St Peter's church</a>

The path to St Peter's church

See TG3402 : The path to St Peter's church

St Peter's church This church is mentioned in the 1086 Domesday book. The body is Norman in origin with two slit windows (north and south). The tower was extended in height in the 1600s. Now isolated in a field and kept open.

St Peter's church

This church is mentioned in the 1086 Domesday book. The body is Norman in origin with two slit windows (north and south). The tower was extended in height in the 1600s. Now isolated in a field and kept open.

St Peter's church - Norman Window A blocked up window on the southern side of the building.
This church is mentioned in the 1086 Domesday book. The body is Norman in origin with two slit windows (north and south). The tower was extended in height in the 1600s. Now isolated in a field and kept open.

<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2585077">TG3302 : St Peter's church</a>

St Peter's church - Norman Window

A blocked up window on the southern side of the building. This church is mentioned in the 1086 Domesday book. The body is Norman in origin with two slit windows (north and south). The tower was extended in height in the 1600s. Now isolated in a field and kept open. TG3302 : St Peter's church

St Peter's church See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2585077">TG3302 : St Peter's church</a>

St Peter's church

See TG3302 : St Peter's church

St Peter's church - Norman Window

St Peter's church - Norman Window

St Peter's church See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/148315">TG3302 : Carleton St. Peter</a> also

St Peter's church

See TG3302 : Carleton St. Peter also

St John the Baptist, Hellington A flat day, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/90327">TG3103 : St John the Baptist, Hellington</a>

The church is now redundant and under care of the churches conservation trust. Its signposted off the A146 (like Hales) because it; along with Ashby St Mary have magnificent Norman doorways. Possibly carved by the same hand.

The porch is a subject that still causes debate because it is unusual. The tower is Norman flint rubble construction, part of the chancel seems to be been rebuilt in brick (not in this view). The churchyard is wildlife friendly, being overgrown but in a nice way.

St John the Baptist, Hellington

A flat day, see TG3103 : St John the Baptist, Hellington The church is now redundant and under care of the churches conservation trust. Its signposted off the A146 (like Hales) because it; along with Ashby St Mary have magnificent Norman doorways. Possibly carved by the same hand. The porch is a subject that still causes debate because it is unusual. The tower is Norman flint rubble construction, part of the chancel seems to be been rebuilt in brick (not in this view). The churchyard is wildlife friendly, being overgrown but in a nice way.

St John the Baptist, Hellington A flat day, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/90327">TG3103 : St John the Baptist, Hellington</a>

The church is now redundant and under care of the churches conservation trust. Its signposted off the A146 (like Hales) because it; along with Ashby St Mary have magnificent Norman doorways. Possibly carved by the same hand.

The porch is a subject that still causes debate because it is unusual. The tower is Norman flint rubble construction, part of the chancel seems to be been rebuilt in brick (not in this view). The churchyard is wildlife friendly, being overgrown but in a nice way.

St John the Baptist, Hellington

A flat day, see TG3103 : St John the Baptist, Hellington The church is now redundant and under care of the churches conservation trust. Its signposted off the A146 (like Hales) because it; along with Ashby St Mary have magnificent Norman doorways. Possibly carved by the same hand. The porch is a subject that still causes debate because it is unusual. The tower is Norman flint rubble construction, part of the chancel seems to be been rebuilt in brick (not in this view). The churchyard is wildlife friendly, being overgrown but in a nice way.

St John the Baptist, Hellington Impressive carving on the southern doorway, there is another less well endowed door (blocked) on the northern side.

A flat day, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/90327">TG3103 : St John the Baptist, Hellington</a>

The church is now redundant and under care of the churches conservation trust. Its signposted off the A146 (like Hales) because it; along with Ashby St Mary have magnificent Norman doorways. Possibly carved by the same hand.

The porch is a subject that still causes debate because it is unusual. The tower is Norman flint rubble construction, part of the chancel seems to be been rebuilt in brick (not in this view). The churchyard is wildlife friendly, being overgrown but in a nice way.

St John the Baptist, Hellington

Impressive carving on the southern doorway, there is another less well endowed door (blocked) on the northern side. A flat day, see TG3103 : St John the Baptist, Hellington The church is now redundant and under care of the churches conservation trust. Its signposted off the A146 (like Hales) because it; along with Ashby St Mary have magnificent Norman doorways. Possibly carved by the same hand. The porch is a subject that still causes debate because it is unusual. The tower is Norman flint rubble construction, part of the chancel seems to be been rebuilt in brick (not in this view). The churchyard is wildlife friendly, being overgrown but in a nice way.

St John the Baptist, Hellington A flat day, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/90327">TG3103 : St John the Baptist, Hellington</a>

The church is now redundant and under care of the churches conservation trust. Its signposted off the A146 (like Hales) because it; along with Ashby St Mary have magnificent Norman doorways. Possibly carved by the same hand.

The porch is a subject that still causes debate because it is unusual. The tower is Norman flint rubble construction, part of the chancel seems to be been rebuilt in brick (not in this view). The churchyard is wildlife friendly, being overgrown but in a nice way.

St John the Baptist, Hellington

A flat day, see TG3103 : St John the Baptist, Hellington The church is now redundant and under care of the churches conservation trust. Its signposted off the A146 (like Hales) because it; along with Ashby St Mary have magnificent Norman doorways. Possibly carved by the same hand. The porch is a subject that still causes debate because it is unusual. The tower is Norman flint rubble construction, part of the chancel seems to be been rebuilt in brick (not in this view). The churchyard is wildlife friendly, being overgrown but in a nice way.

St John the Baptist, Hellington A flat day, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/90327">TG3103 : St John the Baptist, Hellington</a>

The church is now redundant and under care of the churches conservation trust. Its signposted off the A146 (like Hales) because it; along with Ashby St Mary have magnificent Norman doorways. Possibly carved by the same hand.

The porch is a subject that still causes debate because it is unusual. The tower is Norman flint rubble construction, part of the chancel seems to be been rebuilt in brick (not in this view). The churchyard is wildlife friendly, being overgrown but in a nice way.

St John the Baptist, Hellington

A flat day, see TG3103 : St John the Baptist, Hellington The church is now redundant and under care of the churches conservation trust. Its signposted off the A146 (like Hales) because it; along with Ashby St Mary have magnificent Norman doorways. Possibly carved by the same hand. The porch is a subject that still causes debate because it is unusual. The tower is Norman flint rubble construction, part of the chancel seems to be been rebuilt in brick (not in this view). The churchyard is wildlife friendly, being overgrown but in a nice way.

St John the Baptist, Hellington North Norman doorway

A flat day, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/90327">TG3103 : St John the Baptist, Hellington</a>

The church is now redundant and under care of the churches conservation trust. Its signposted off the A146 (like Hales) because it; along with Ashby St Mary have magnificent Norman doorways. Possibly carved by the same hand.

The porch is a subject that still causes debate because it is unusual. The tower is Norman flint rubble construction, part of the chancel seems to be been rebuilt in brick (not in this view). The churchyard is wildlife friendly, being overgrown but in a nice way.

St John the Baptist, Hellington

North Norman doorway A flat day, see TG3103 : St John the Baptist, Hellington The church is now redundant and under care of the churches conservation trust. Its signposted off the A146 (like Hales) because it; along with Ashby St Mary have magnificent Norman doorways. Possibly carved by the same hand. The porch is a subject that still causes debate because it is unusual. The tower is Norman flint rubble construction, part of the chancel seems to be been rebuilt in brick (not in this view). The churchyard is wildlife friendly, being overgrown but in a nice way.

St John the Baptist, Hellington A flat day, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/90327">TG3103 : St John the Baptist, Hellington</a>

The church is now redundant and under care of the churches conservation trust. Its signposted off the A146 (like Hales) because it; along with Ashby St Mary have magnificent Norman doorways. Possibly carved by the same hand.

The porch is a subject that still causes debate because it is unusual. The tower is Norman flint rubble construction, part of the chancel seems to be been rebuilt in brick (not in this view). The churchyard is wildlife friendly, being overgrown but in a nice way.

St John the Baptist, Hellington

A flat day, see TG3103 : St John the Baptist, Hellington The church is now redundant and under care of the churches conservation trust. Its signposted off the A146 (like Hales) because it; along with Ashby St Mary have magnificent Norman doorways. Possibly carved by the same hand. The porch is a subject that still causes debate because it is unusual. The tower is Norman flint rubble construction, part of the chancel seems to be been rebuilt in brick (not in this view). The churchyard is wildlife friendly, being overgrown but in a nice way.

Norfolk Farmland South Norfolk, much is like this around here.

Norfolk Farmland

South Norfolk, much is like this around here.

New signpost at Hellington Corner It replaced the old post seen here &gt; <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1314503" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1314503">Link</a>. The crow sitting in the grass advertises the &quot;Celebrating Arts in the Broads&quot; festival: Rockland St. Mary and Surlingham villages, for the first time, are organising a celebration of their Broads&#039; ecological diversity and local artistic abilities.

New signpost at Hellington Corner

It replaced the old post seen here > Link. The crow sitting in the grass advertises the "Celebrating Arts in the Broads" festival: Rockland St. Mary and Surlingham villages, for the first time, are organising a celebration of their Broads' ecological diversity and local artistic abilities.

Norman Doorway - Ashby St Mary The church was possibly the site of a Roman station, later a Saxon church then a Norman. The Norman nave can be seen with this magnificent doorway carved from French limestone. The porch is Tudor in age.

Norman Doorway - Ashby St Mary

The church was possibly the site of a Roman station, later a Saxon church then a Norman. The Norman nave can be seen with this magnificent doorway carved from French limestone. The porch is Tudor in age.

Ashby St Mary Church See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1463773">TG3202 : St Mary's church - sanctuary with C17 altar rail</a>

Ashby St Mary Church

See also TG3202 : St Mary's church - sanctuary with C17 altar rail

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Ashby St Mary is located at Grid Ref: TG3202 (Lat: 52.569599, Lng: 1.430447)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: South Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

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Located within 500m of 52.569599,1.430447

Entrance: main

Lat/Long: 52.5680058/1.4355188

Historic: memorial

Inscription: To the Glorious Memory of Ernest Bush, H Victor Chambers, William E Starman, Who Fell in Battle 1914-18. To the Glorious Memory of John Stanley Cotton Who Fell in Battle 1939-1945

Memorial: war_memorial

Lat/Long: 52.5680486/1.4352319

Entrance: yes

Lat/Long: 52.5680034/1.435744

Bench

Backrest: yes

Material: wood

Seats: 3

Lat/Long: 52.5680109/1.4356135

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Backrest: yes

Material: wood

Seats: 3

Lat/Long: 52.5680219/1.435466

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Lat/Long: 52.569708/1.4298709

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Lat/Long: 52.5704472/1.4304308

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Lat/Long: 52.5704439/1.4303262

Barrier: kissing_gate

Bicycle: no

Foot: yes

Lat/Long: 52.5706591/1.4261892

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