Bawdeswell

Settlement in Norfolk Breckland

England

Bawdeswell

Elsing Lane Farm Modern Farm Buildings at Elsing Lane Farm
Elsing Lane Farm Credit: P Gaskell

Bawdeswell is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, England. Situated approximately 15 miles northwest of the city of Norwich, it falls within the district of Breckland. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, characterized by rolling fields and farmland.

With a population of around 1,000 residents, Bawdeswell has a close-knit community feel. The village boasts a range of amenities, including a primary school, a village hall, a post office, a convenience store, and a pub. These facilities provide essential services for both locals and visitors.

The village is known for its beautiful historic church, St. Mary's, which dates back to the 14th century. The church's striking architecture and peaceful surroundings make it a popular attraction for visitors interested in history and heritage.

Bawdeswell is also home to a nature reserve, known as Bawdeswell Heath, which covers approximately 30 acres of heathland and woodland. This natural haven provides a habitat for a variety of wildlife, such as birds, butterflies, and reptiles. It offers scenic walking trails and is a favorite spot for nature enthusiasts and dog walkers.

Overall, Bawdeswell offers a tranquil and picturesque setting, combined with essential amenities and a strong sense of community. Whether exploring the local history, enjoying the natural surroundings, or simply embracing the village's charm, Bawdeswell provides a welcoming and peaceful destination in the heart of Norfolk.

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Bawdeswell Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.746727/1.031429 or Grid Reference TG0420. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Elsing Lane Farm Modern Farm Buildings at Elsing Lane Farm
Elsing Lane Farm
Modern Farm Buildings at Elsing Lane Farm
Bawdeswell Heath Car park at Bawdeswell Heath
Bawdeswell Heath
Car park at Bawdeswell Heath
Path junction on Bawdeswell Heath
Path junction on Bawdeswell Heath
Follow the path if you can find it
Follow the path if you can find it
Path diverging Bawdeswell Heath
Path diverging Bawdeswell Heath
Dried up watercourse
Dried up watercourse
Bone dry watercourse
Bone dry watercourse
View from carpark at Bawdeswell Heath Information board and bridge over at present non existent stream
View from carpark at Bawdeswell Heath
Information board and bridge over at present non existent stream
Dereham road seen from car park entrance Bawdeswell Heath
Dereham road seen from car park entrance
Bawdeswell Heath
Bend in Dereham Road
Bend in Dereham Road
Part of Bylaugh Wood viewed from Dereham Road
Part of Bylaugh Wood viewed from Dereham Road
Park Farm
Park Farm
Bawdeswell village sign repainted The sign is fairly self explanatory with Balder's Well shown being approached on horseback by Geoffrey Chaucer's reeve, from his Canterbury Tales.
The background is an agricultural landscape and the church half hidden by the tree.
The mosquito depicted represents XX, KB364 6T-P, 608 Sqdn, out of Downham Market which crashed onto the church on the 6th November 1944 destroying it completely.
The pilot, Pilot Officer, James McLEAN, and Navigator Sgt. Mervyn Lambert TANSLEY were both killed. A memorial made from part of the aircraft is displayed in the church which was rebuilt.  
The aircraft was returning from an operational sortie over Gelsenkirchen, and probably crashed due to excessive icing.
Bawdeswell village sign repainted
The sign is fairly self explanatory with Balder's Well shown being approached on horseback by Geoffrey Chaucer's reeve, from his Canterbury Tales. The background is an agricultural landscape and the church half hidden by the tree. The mosquito depicted represents XX, KB364 6T-P, 608 Sqdn, out of Downham Market which crashed onto the church on the 6th November 1944 destroying it completely. The pilot, Pilot Officer, James McLEAN, and Navigator Sgt. Mervyn Lambert TANSLEY were both killed. A memorial made from part of the aircraft is displayed in the church which was rebuilt. The aircraft was returning from an operational sortie over Gelsenkirchen, and probably crashed due to excessive icing.
The stables at Bawdeswell Hall
The stables at Bawdeswell Hall
Foxley: Hawthorns Glamping
Foxley: Hawthorns Glamping
Foxley: Two fields, one overgrown the other with a cereal crop
Foxley: Two fields, one overgrown the other with a cereal crop
Bawdeswell: A bewildering array of signs
Bawdeswell: A bewildering array of signs
Foxley: Old Fakenham Road
Foxley: Old Fakenham Road
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Bawdeswell is located at Grid Ref: TG0420 (Lat: 52.746727, Lng: 1.031429)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: Breckland

Police Authority: Norfolk

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Nearby Amenities

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Bus Stop
Hall Road, opp
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Bus Stop
School, adj
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Hall Road, adj
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Naptan Street: Norwich Road
Naptan Verified: no
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Bus Stop
School, opp
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Nursery, adj
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Naptan Verified: no
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Bus Stop
Blackhorse Meadow, opp
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Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Locality: Bawdeswell
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Naptan Street: The Street
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.7468496/1.0296944
Bus Stop
Blackhorse Meadow, adj
Naptan AtcoCode: 2900B136
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Blackhorse Meadow
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Locality: Bawdeswell
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Naptan Street: The Street
Naptan Verified: no
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Lat/Long: 52.746697/1.0296838
Bawdeswell
Place: village
Lat/Long: 52.7462069/1.0308935
Barrier: bollard
Lat/Long: 52.7472655/1.0324066
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 52.7475169/1.0305615
Bawdeswell Parish Council Notice Board
Board Type: notice
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 52.7464514/1.0276106
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:45; Sa 09:30
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Mounting: pier
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: NR20 2035
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 52.7464561/1.027618
Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.7474729/1.0243544
Entrance: main
Lat/Long: 52.7470383/1.0308208
Post Office
Bawdeswell Post Office
Addr City: Dereham
Addr Housename: All Saints Church
Addr Postcode: NR20 4RT
Addr Street: The Street
Addr Village: Bawdeswell
Brand: Post Office
Brand Wikidata: Q1783168
Contact Website: https://www.postoffice.co.uk/branch-finder/3804704/bawdeswell
Opening Hours: Tu,Fr 09:00-12:00
Ref Pol Id: 97308
Source: pol_branch_list_2018-02
Lat/Long: 52.7471032/1.0307634
Give Way
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Bawdeswell
Man Made: village_sign
Material: wood
Old Name: Balder's Well
Start Date: 2011-11-20
Lat/Long: 52.7465259/1.0327497
Bench
Backrest: yes
Colour: brown
Material: wood
Seats: 2
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Bench
Backrest: yes
Colour: brown
Material: wood
Seats: 2
Lat/Long: 52.7465535/1.0327048
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Lat/Long: 52.7465381/1.0325646
Kerb: flush
Lat/Long: 52.7465519/1.0325754
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.7467849/1.0314274
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.7424155/1.0326317
Restaurant
Lat/Long: 52.7469081/1.03137
Public Bookcase
Bawdeswell Telephone Box Library
Booth: K6
Disused Amenity: telephone
Listed Status: Grade II
Man Made: telephone_box
Public Bookcase Type: phone_box
Lat/Long: 52.7468655/1.0302612
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.7452461/1.0270621
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.7452984/1.0279272
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.7440419/1.0321992
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.7442423/1.0314686
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.7449258/1.03073
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.7448397/1.031304
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.7453463/1.0290442
Barrier: cycle_barrier
Bicycle: no
Lat/Long: 52.7457291/1.0329187
Cafe
Reeve's Parlour Restaurant
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