Furze Green

Settlement in Norfolk South Norfolk

England

Furze Green

A143 east approaching Harmans Lane West junction, Needham
A143 east approaching Harmans Lane West junction, Needham Credit: Roy Hughes

Furze Green is a small village located in Norfolk, England. It is known for its picturesque countryside surroundings and quaint charm. The village is surrounded by lush green fields and rolling hills, making it an ideal destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

Furze Green is home to a close-knit community of residents who take pride in their village and work together to maintain its beauty and character. The village has a number of historic buildings, including a church that dates back to the 12th century, adding to its traditional English charm.

In terms of amenities, Furze Green has a village hall where community events and gatherings take place, as well as a small number of shops and cafes for residents and visitors to enjoy. The village is also well-connected to nearby towns and cities, making it easy to access larger facilities and services.

Overall, Furze Green is a peaceful and idyllic village that offers a tranquil setting for those looking to enjoy the beauty of the Norfolk countryside.

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Furze Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.399902/1.2541908 or Grid Reference TM2182. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A143 east approaching Harmans Lane West junction, Needham
A143 east approaching Harmans Lane West junction, Needham
Pulham St. Mary: Doctors Lane
Pulham St. Mary: Doctors Lane
Starston: The Street
Starston: The Street
Pulham St. Mary: Field used for grazing cattle
Pulham St. Mary: Field used for grazing cattle
Former railwaymen's cottages The two former cottages are converted into one.
Former railwaymen's cottages
The two former cottages are converted into one.
Railway Hill street name sign Railway Hill was formerly Grovehill Road before the railway in 1855. It also seems to be known as Starston Lane on some maps or even Middle Road.
Railway Hill street name sign
Railway Hill was formerly Grovehill Road before the railway in 1855. It also seems to be known as Starston Lane on some maps or even Middle Road.
The location of the Crossingford railway crossing The crossing #24, gatekeeper's house can be seen here <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4339765">TM2184 : The old gatekeepers cottage in Doctor's Lane. Pulham</a>
The location of the Crossingford railway crossing
The crossing #24, gatekeeper's house can be seen here TM2184 : The old gatekeepers cottage in Doctor's Lane. Pulham
High Road, Needham Towards Harleston.
High Road, Needham
Towards Harleston.
Crossroads west of Harleston Rushall Road left and right, Railway Hill straight on, as plated, although maps have other names.
Crossroads west of Harleston
Rushall Road left and right, Railway Hill straight on, as plated, although maps have other names.
The Street The Street looking west near to Starston, Norfolk.
The Street
The Street looking west near to Starston, Norfolk.
Old Trackbed Old route of former railway line near to Pulham St. Mary, Norfolk.
Old Trackbed
Old route of former railway line near to Pulham St. Mary, Norfolk.
Flush Bracket OSBM G1614 Needham Village Hall Flush Bracket OSBM G1614 Needham Village Hall SW face, S angle.
Flush Bracket OSBM G1614 Needham Village Hall
Flush Bracket OSBM G1614 Needham Village Hall SW face, S angle.
Cut Mark Needham Saint Peters Church Cut Mark Needham Saint Peters Church NE face, SE angle. This BM not found on OS table. Appears to be just a datum the arrow being worn away. Not been able to verify this. Found on redbrick near drain pipe on opposite face.
Cut Mark Needham Saint Peters Church
Cut Mark Needham Saint Peters Church NE face, SE angle. This BM not found on OS table. Appears to be just a datum the arrow being worn away. Not been able to verify this. Found on redbrick near drain pipe on opposite face.
Old Milestone by High Road, Needham Carved stone post by the UC road, in parish of NEEDHAM (SOUTH NORFOLK District), High Road, 10m West of junction with Brook Lane, on the verge, on North side of road. GY-S wedge, erected by an unknown authority in the 19th century. 

Inscription reads:-
: TO / HARLESTON / 2 / MILES : : TO / SCOLE / 6 / MILES :

Norfolk HER.
NHER Number: 56615 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MNF63029&resourceID=1002" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MNF63029&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_ScHa6
Old Milestone by High Road, Needham
Carved stone post by the UC road, in parish of NEEDHAM (SOUTH NORFOLK District), High Road, 10m West of junction with Brook Lane, on the verge, on North side of road. GY-S wedge, erected by an unknown authority in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : TO / HARLESTON / 2 / MILES : : TO / SCOLE / 6 / MILES : Norfolk HER. NHER Number: 56615 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: NO_ScHa6
Pulham St. Mary: Brick kiln farm, Semere Lane: Sprouting crop
Pulham St. Mary: Brick kiln farm, Semere Lane: Sprouting crop
Rushall: Two silos on Willow Farm
Rushall: Two silos on Willow Farm
Rushall: Lodge Farm, Hogsty Lane
Rushall: Lodge Farm, Hogsty Lane
Rushall: Brighton's Farm
Rushall: Brighton's Farm
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Furze Green is located at Grid Ref: TM2182 (Lat: 52.399902, Lng: 1.2541908)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: South Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

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