Beckham, East

Settlement in Norfolk North Norfolk

England

Beckham, East

All Saints' church, Gresham See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.norfolkchurches.co.uk/gresham/gresham.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.norfolkchurches.co.uk/gresham/gresham.htm">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>.
All Saints' church, Gresham Credit: Bikeboy

Beckham is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, in the East of England. Situated approximately 20 miles north of the city of Norwich, Beckham is part of the North Norfolk district. The village is set amidst picturesque countryside, characterized by rolling hills, meadows, and farmland.

With its origins dating back to medieval times, Beckham is steeped in history. It is home to a number of historic buildings, including St. Helen's Church, which dates back to the 13th century and features a splendid medieval wall painting. The village also boasts several charming thatched cottages, adding to its quintessential English village atmosphere.

Despite its small size, Beckham offers a range of amenities to its residents and visitors. These include a village hall, where various community events and activities take place, as well as a local pub that serves as a popular meeting point for locals and visitors alike. The village is also surrounded by scenic walking and cycling routes, providing opportunities to explore the beautiful surrounding countryside.

Beckham is ideally located for those seeking a peaceful and rural retreat, while still being within easy reach of larger towns and cities. The nearby market town of Holt offers a wider range of shops, amenities, and services, and the coastal town of Sheringham is just a short drive away, providing access to stunning sandy beaches and the North Norfolk coast.

Overall, Beckham is a charming and idyllic village, perfect for those seeking a tranquil setting in the heart of the Norfolk countryside.

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All Saints' church, Gresham See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.norfolkchurches.co.uk/gresham/gresham.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.norfolkchurches.co.uk/gresham/gresham.htm">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>.
All Saints' church, Gresham
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Gresham village sign Village signs are typically placed along the principal road or in a prominent location such as a village green or close by the church. The design often depicts a particularly feature of the village or a scene from its history, heritage, or culture. They are typically made of wood or metal or a combination of both, the designs are often made by the local community.
Although they do appear in villages and towns all over the country they are more prominent in East Anglia than elsewhere in the country.
Gresham village sign
Village signs are typically placed along the principal road or in a prominent location such as a village green or close by the church. The design often depicts a particularly feature of the village or a scene from its history, heritage, or culture. They are typically made of wood or metal or a combination of both, the designs are often made by the local community. Although they do appear in villages and towns all over the country they are more prominent in East Anglia than elsewhere in the country.
Gresham village sign The grasshopper on top of the sign is an heraldic device used by the Gresham family. It is used by Gresham College, which was founded by Sir Thomas Gresham and can also be seen as the weathervane on the Royal Exchange in the City of London, which he also founded in 1565. The windmill, watermill and castle are also featured
Gresham village sign
The grasshopper on top of the sign is an heraldic device used by the Gresham family. It is used by Gresham College, which was founded by Sir Thomas Gresham and can also be seen as the weathervane on the Royal Exchange in the City of London, which he also founded in 1565. The windmill, watermill and castle are also featured
East and West Beckham War Memorial The Memorial bears nine names of the men lost in WW1. They are repeated on the Roll of Honour which stands outside the church and is in a very poor condition with the surface of the stone flaking badly. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2113136" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2113136">Link</a>
East and West Beckham War Memorial
The Memorial bears nine names of the men lost in WW1. They are repeated on the Roll of Honour which stands outside the church and is in a very poor condition with the surface of the stone flaking badly. Link
Gresham War Memorial The Memorial has twelve names of men lost in WW1 and on another face are the names of six men lost in WW2.
Gresham War Memorial
The Memorial has twelve names of men lost in WW1 and on another face are the names of six men lost in WW2.
New sand quarry Adding to the large quarry to the west. The material is glacial moraines.
New sand quarry
Adding to the large quarry to the west. The material is glacial moraines.
Closed bridleway Rerouted as the sand quarry spreads into this area.
Closed bridleway
Rerouted as the sand quarry spreads into this area.
Trees planted in field With the quarry expanding in this direction, these presumably replace some trees lost elsewhere.
Trees planted in field
With the quarry expanding in this direction, these presumably replace some trees lost elsewhere.
Field by Row Plantation
Field by Row Plantation
Path through Sheringham Wood
Path through Sheringham Wood
Entrance of Sheringham Wood
Entrance of Sheringham Wood
Pretty Corner Woods car park
Pretty Corner Woods car park
Boardwalk path through Pretty Corner Woods
Boardwalk path through Pretty Corner Woods
Path in Pretty Corner Woods
Path in Pretty Corner Woods
Path through Pretty Corner Woods
Path through Pretty Corner Woods
Path through Pretty Corner Woods
Path through Pretty Corner Woods
Old Milestone by the A148, Holt Road, Upper Sheringham Milestone on the A148 in the parish of Upper Sheringham, North Norfolk District; Holt Road, at entrance to Mill Farm Bowling Club, 4m West of entrance on verge, South side of road. The stone was buried, probably as a WWII security measure, discovered in 2015 and re-erected in 2017.

Inscription reads:-
: TO / HOLT / 4 / MILES : : SHERRINGHAM : : TO / CROMER / 5 / MILES :
Note the older spelling of the parish name. 

Milestone Society ID: NO_CH05.
Old Milestone by the A148, Holt Road, Upper Sheringham
Milestone on the A148 in the parish of Upper Sheringham, North Norfolk District; Holt Road, at entrance to Mill Farm Bowling Club, 4m West of entrance on verge, South side of road. The stone was buried, probably as a WWII security measure, discovered in 2015 and re-erected in 2017. Inscription reads:- : TO / HOLT / 4 / MILES : : SHERRINGHAM : : TO / CROMER / 5 / MILES : Note the older spelling of the parish name. Milestone Society ID: NO_CH05.
Footpath into Sheringwood
Footpath into Sheringwood
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Beckham, East is located at Grid Ref: TG1539 (Lat: 52.91367, Lng: 1.210778)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: North Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

What 3 Words

///thundered.clan.fancy. Near Sheringham, Norfolk

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.91367,1.210778
Post Box
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Bench
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Bench
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East Beckham
Colour: black
Inscription: 2000
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Material: metal
Start Date: 2000
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