Little Melton

Settlement in Norfolk South Norfolk

England

Little Melton

Great Melton, Market Lane
Great Melton, Market Lane Credit: Michael Garlick

Little Melton is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, England. Situated approximately 8 miles southwest of Norwich, it falls within the district of South Norfolk. The village is nestled amidst picturesque countryside, with charming rural landscapes and a serene atmosphere.

The origins of Little Melton date back to medieval times, and the village has retained much of its historic character. It is known for its traditional thatched-roof cottages, quaint village green, and the beautiful St. Mary's Church, which serves as a focal point for the community.

Despite its small size, Little Melton offers a range of amenities to its residents. These include a village hall, a primary school, a post office, and a local pub, providing a sense of community and convenience. The village also benefits from its proximity to the bustling city of Norwich, where residents can access a wider range of services and entertainment options.

For outdoor enthusiasts, the surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for walking, cycling, and exploring the scenic beauty of Norfolk. The village is well-connected by road, with the A47 running nearby, providing easy access to Norwich and other neighboring towns.

Overall, Little Melton is a charming and tranquil village that offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for its residents. With its rich history, beautiful landscapes, and convenient location, it is a desirable place to live for those seeking a countryside lifestyle within reach of urban amenities.

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Little Melton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.617495/1.184848 or Grid Reference TG1506. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Great Melton, Market Lane
Great Melton, Market Lane
Little Melton,  St. Mary and All Saints Church: South western aspect
Little Melton, St. Mary and All Saints Church: South western aspect
Little Melton,  St. Mary and All Saints Church: South porch
Little Melton, St. Mary and All Saints Church: South porch
Little Melton,  St. Mary and All Saints Church: South aspect
Little Melton, St. Mary and All Saints Church: South aspect
Little Melton,  St. Mary and All Saints Church: A corner of the churchyard covered in primroses
Little Melton, St. Mary and All Saints Church: A corner of the churchyard covered in primroses
Great Melton: Gated grazing land
Great Melton: Gated grazing land
Great Melton, Market Lane
Great Melton, Market Lane
Great Melton: Looking towards a small wooded area
Great Melton: Looking towards a small wooded area
Great Melton: Farm track
Great Melton: Farm track
Great Melton, Church Farm
Great Melton, Church Farm
Little Melton,  St. Mary and All Saints Church: Eastern aspect
Little Melton, St. Mary and All Saints Church: Eastern aspect
Little Melton,  St. Mary and All Saints Church: Silver birch 'Betula pendula'
Little Melton, St. Mary and All Saints Church: Silver birch 'Betula pendula'
Little Melton,  St. Mary and All Saints Church: Lych gate
Little Melton, St. Mary and All Saints Church: Lych gate
Little Melton,  St. Mary and All Saints Church: North eastern aspect
Little Melton, St. Mary and All Saints Church: North eastern aspect
Little Melton,  St. Mary and All Saints Church: Wildlife observation board in the south porch
Little Melton, St. Mary and All Saints Church: Wildlife observation board in the south porch
Little Melton,  St. Mary and All Saints Church: South doorway head stop (left)
Little Melton, St. Mary and All Saints Church: South doorway head stop (left)
Little Melton,  St. Mary and All Saints Church: South doorway head stop (right)
Little Melton, St. Mary and All Saints Church: South doorway head stop (right)
Little Melton,  St. Mary and All Saints Church: Part of a c14th St. Christopher wall painting
Little Melton, St. Mary and All Saints Church: Part of a c14th St. Christopher wall painting
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Little Melton is located at Grid Ref: TG1506 (Lat: 52.617495, Lng: 1.184848)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: South Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.617495,1.184848
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: NR9 914D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 52.6150639/1.1897298
Mini Roundabout
Direction: clockwise
Lat/Long: 52.6150693/1.189356
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 52.6161604/1.1844171
Bus Stop
Mill Lane, opp
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Naptan Indicator: opp
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Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: NRCH
Naptan Street: School Lane
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.6150659/1.1897931
Mill Lane, adj
Naptan AtcoCode: 2900M132
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Mill Lane
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Locality: Little Melton
Naptan NaptanCode: nfodgjwa
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: NRCH
Naptan Street: School Lane
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.615129/1.1896707
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.6165569/1.1835016
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.6141529/1.1831966
Power: pole
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.616785/1.178723
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.6163597/1.1834761
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.6163069/1.1819798
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.6163931/1.1789743
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.6152939/1.1833364
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.617151/1.1793101
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.6164881/1.1781787
War Memorial
Barrier: lych_gate
Description: The Lych Gate is dedicated "In Rembrance", two panels flank the gate with the inscription.
Foot: yes
Historic: memorial
Inscription: In Grateful Rembrance of Those Who Gave Their Lives in the Two World Wars. For the War of 1914-1918 6 mens names, for the War of 1939-1945 5 mens names.
Material: wood
Website: https://www.gravestonephotos.com/public/locationnamelist.php?cemetery=4807
Lat/Long: 52.6175146/1.1799744
Grid Ref: TG 146 062
Hiking: yes
Horse: yes
Information: map
Operator: Natural England
Ref: AG00263978D / 28/657/0010
Tourism: information
Website: http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/
Lat/Long: 52.6144686/1.179774
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 52.6171312/1.1804806
Bench
Backrest: yes
Inscription: Millennium Bench / To Celebrate Two Thosuand Years of Christianity
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 52.6172159/1.1796089
Entrance: main
Lat/Long: 52.6172187/1.1795376
Inscription: In Memory of my Mother / Florence Preston / 1920~1994
Lat/Long: 52.617236/1.1795368
Entrance: yes
Lat/Long: 52.6173507/1.1795468
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Note: broken
Lat/Long: 52.6174086/1.1805266
Freshfields Studio
Office: company
Phone: +44 1603 812800
Website: http://www.abacustv.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 52.6147649/1.1854499
Little Melton
Board Type: notice
Information: board
Notice: information
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 52.6172531/1.1859494
Grit Bin
Lat/Long: 52.6150294/1.1895413
Bench
Backrest: yes
Colour: brown
Inscription: In loving memory of Robert and Daphne Eagle / residents of Little Melton / 1950 - 1985
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 52.6150467/1.189621
Board Type: notice
Information: board
Notice: information
Lat/Long: 52.6150517/1.1896796
Bench
Backrest: yes
Colour: grey
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 52.6170118/1.1882851
Bench
Backrest: no
Colour: brown
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 52.617129/1.188475
Waste Basket
Lat/Long: 52.617147/1.1885052
Grit Bin
Lat/Long: 52.6172275/1.186022
Waste Basket
Waste: dog_excrement
Lat/Long: 52.6179375/1.1836807
Location Transition: yes
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.6180284/1.1860917
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.6186823/1.186515
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.6193214/1.1869288
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.6202752/1.1870877
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.6212174/1.1872447
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.6178189/1.1778692
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.6175844/1.1777612
Addr Postcode: NR9 3PU
Building: yes
Lat/Long: 52.6160517/1.1862387
Operator: GPSS
Pipeline: marker
Substance: oil
Support: pole
Lat/Long: 52.6175147/1.1809565
Operator: GPSS
Pipeline: marker
Substance: oil
Support: pole
Lat/Long: 52.6176792/1.1810289
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Defibrillator Location: On exterior wall of Little Melton Village Hall, around the left-hand side facing the tennis court.
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Opening Hours: 24/7
Ref GB The Circuit: 0D5F9EDE-CA7E-458F-AB8F-AE80009DFD56
Lat/Long: 52.6188508/1.1834813
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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