East Rudham

Settlement in Norfolk King's Lynn and West Norfolk

England

East Rudham

East and West Rudham: aerial 2015
East and West Rudham: aerial 2015 Credit: Chris

East Rudham is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, England. Situated approximately 20 miles northwest of Norwich, it falls within the district of King's Lynn and West Norfolk. The village is nestled in the beautiful Norfolk countryside, surrounded by rolling hills, farmland, and picturesque landscapes.

With a population of around 700 residents, East Rudham has a close-knit and friendly community. The village boasts a charming mix of traditional and modern architecture, with historic buildings such as St. Mary's Church, dating back to the 14th century, coexisting alongside newer residential developments.

The village is well-served in terms of amenities, offering a range of facilities to cater to the needs of its residents. These include a primary school, a village hall, a post office, and a pub. Additionally, there are several shops and businesses that provide essential services, ensuring that locals have convenient access to everyday necessities.

East Rudham's location makes it an ideal base for exploring the surrounding areas. The village is within close proximity to several nature reserves, such as Bircham Windmill and Pensthorpe Natural Park, which offer opportunities for outdoor activities and wildlife spotting. The nearby market town of Fakenham provides further amenities and entertainment options, including a cinema and a racecourse.

Overall, East Rudham is a peaceful and picturesque village that offers a tranquil lifestyle within easy reach of both rural and urban attractions. Its rich history, natural beauty, and strong sense of community make it a desirable place to live or visit in Norfolk.

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East Rudham Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.820175/0.71156 or Grid Reference TF8228. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

East and West Rudham: aerial 2015
East and West Rudham: aerial 2015
East and West Rudham War Memorial The brass memorial hangs in East Rudham church but has the names of 29 men who were lost from both villages in WW1. 
A further ten names relate to WW2 encompassing both parishes.
East and West Rudham War Memorial
The brass memorial hangs in East Rudham church but has the names of 29 men who were lost from both villages in WW1. A further ten names relate to WW2 encompassing both parishes.
Back Lane, West Rudham An old part of the village, the road is still little more than a rough track.
Back Lane, West Rudham
An old part of the village, the road is still little more than a rough track.
West Rudham: aerial 2017 View to Houghton Park and the Wash.
West Rudham: aerial 2017
View to Houghton Park and the Wash.
East Rudham Village Sign East Rudham is a village on the A148, King's Lynn to Cromer road, about 6 miles west of Fakenham.
The village sign is located at the western end of the village green.
East Rudham Village Sign
East Rudham is a village on the A148, King's Lynn to Cromer road, about 6 miles west of Fakenham. The village sign is located at the western end of the village green.
East Rudham Village Green Looking east along the village green with the A148, King's Lynn to Cromer road, to the left of the village green.
East Rudham Village Green
Looking east along the village green with the A148, King's Lynn to Cromer road, to the left of the village green.
West Rudham Village Sign and Village Green Looking east along the village green with the A148, King's Lynn to Cromer road, to the left of the green.
West Rudham Village Sign and Village Green
Looking east along the village green with the A148, King's Lynn to Cromer road, to the left of the green.
The Duke's Head West Rudham Built in 1663 and still serving pints.
<a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5616155" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5616155">Link</a>
The Duke's Head West Rudham
Built in 1663 and still serving pints. Link
Hanging sign for 'The Duke's Head' West Rudham <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5616152" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5616152">Link</a>
Hanging sign for 'The Duke's Head' West Rudham
Lynn Road, West Rudham
Lynn Road, West Rudham
Hall Farm Barn on School Road, West Rudham
Hall Farm Barn on School Road, West Rudham
East Rudham cemetery On the outskirts of the village.
East Rudham cemetery
On the outskirts of the village.
Old Milestone by the A148, East Rudham Carved stone post by the A148, in parish of EAST RUDHAM (KINGS LYNN AND WEST NORFOLK District), 80yds East of junction with Eye Lane, at rear of wide verge, on South side of road. Wells stone, erected by the Wells to Fakenham turnpike trust in the 20th century. 

Inscription reads:-
: TO / LYNN / 15 : : E. RUDHAM : : TO / FAKENHAM / 6 :

Norfolk HER listed.  
NHER Number: 56750 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MNF63161&resourceID=1002" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MNF63161&resourceID=1002">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>

Milestone Society National ID: NO_FKL06.
Old Milestone by the A148, East Rudham
Carved stone post by the A148, in parish of EAST RUDHAM (KINGS LYNN AND WEST NORFOLK District), 80yds East of junction with Eye Lane, at rear of wide verge, on South side of road. Wells stone, erected by the Wells to Fakenham turnpike trust in the 20th century. Inscription reads:- : TO / LYNN / 15 : : E. RUDHAM : : TO / FAKENHAM / 6 : Norfolk HER listed. NHER Number: 56750 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: NO_FKL06.
Old Milestone by the A148, West Rudham Carved stone post by the A148, in parish of West Rudham (Kings Lynn and West Norfolk District), opposite drive between "Rosedean" and "Albion House", at edge of village green about 1ft from edge of road, on South side of road. Wells stone, erected by the Wells to Fakenham turnpike trust in the 20th century. 

Inscription reads:-
: TO / LYNN / 14 : : W RUDHAM : : TO / FAKENHAM / 7 :

Norfolk HER.
NHER Number: 56751 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MNF63162&resourceID=1002" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MNF63162&resourceID=1002">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>  

Milestone Society National ID: NO_FKL07
Old Milestone by the A148, West Rudham
Carved stone post by the A148, in parish of West Rudham (Kings Lynn and West Norfolk District), opposite drive between "Rosedean" and "Albion House", at edge of village green about 1ft from edge of road, on South side of road. Wells stone, erected by the Wells to Fakenham turnpike trust in the 20th century. Inscription reads:- : TO / LYNN / 14 : : W RUDHAM : : TO / FAKENHAM / 7 : Norfolk HER. NHER Number: 56751 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: NO_FKL07
Approaching  East  Rudham  on  the  A148 Westbound toward Kings Lynn
Approaching East Rudham on the A148
Westbound toward Kings Lynn
Entering  East  Rudham  on  the  A148 Toward Kings Lynn
Entering East Rudham on the A148
Toward Kings Lynn
Road  junction  in  village  street  East  Rudham The main road through is the A148. Up to the junction it is Fakenham Road after the junction it is Lynn Road. The minor road going left is Station Road to West Raynham
Road junction in village street East Rudham
The main road through is the A148. Up to the junction it is Fakenham Road after the junction it is Lynn Road. The minor road going left is Station Road to West Raynham
The  Crown  Inn  East  Rudham Norfolk dining Pub of the year
The Crown Inn East Rudham
Norfolk dining Pub of the year
Show me another place!

East Rudham is located at Grid Ref: TF8228 (Lat: 52.820175, Lng: 0.71156)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: King's Lynn and West Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

What 3 Words

///grafted.rail.shocked. Near Fakenham, Norfolk

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