Great Green

Settlement in Norfolk South Norfolk

England

Great Green

View along Mile Road From the Upgate Street junction.
View along Mile Road Credit: Evelyn Simak

Great Green is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, England. It is situated approximately 10 miles southeast of the city of Norwich. The village is part of the South Norfolk district and falls within the civil parish of Shelton and Hardwick.

Great Green is characterized by its picturesque rural setting, surrounded by open fields and farmland. The village is primarily residential, with a small population of around 200 residents. The community is close-knit and friendly, with a strong sense of community spirit.

The village has a quaint and charming atmosphere, with traditional Norfolk cottages and buildings dotting the landscape. The local architecture reflects the historical roots of the area, with some buildings dating back several centuries. The village church, St. Mary's, is a prominent feature and has a rich history, drawing visitors from both near and far.

Despite its small size, Great Green offers a range of amenities for its residents. There is a village hall that serves as a hub for various social and community activities. The village also has a primary school, providing education for the local children.

Great Green benefits from its proximity to the city of Norwich, which offers a wider range of amenities and services. The village is well-connected to the surrounding areas via road networks, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Overall, Great Green is a charming and peaceful village that offers a close-knit community and a tranquil countryside setting.

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Great Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.501521/1.1170361 or Grid Reference TM1193. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View along Mile Road From the Upgate Street junction.
View along Mile Road
From the Upgate Street junction.
Bunwell Ford This ford is found on Barham's Lane just south of Bunwell.
Bunwell Ford
This ford is found on Barham's Lane just south of Bunwell.
All Saints: the parish church of Carleton Rode This church has a very interesting late 13th century chancel.  The rest of the church is of the perpendicular period.  The church stands in the centre of the village.
All Saints: the parish church of Carleton Rode
This church has a very interesting late 13th century chancel. The rest of the church is of the perpendicular period. The church stands in the centre of the village.
Church of St Michael and All Angels, Bunwell
Church of St Michael and All Angels, Bunwell
Bunwell Primary School A plaque on the wall commemorates the school centenary: 1879 - 1979.
Bunwell Primary School
A plaque on the wall commemorates the school centenary: 1879 - 1979.
Cereal crop north of Story's Lane The Tacolneston transmitter masts can be seen in the background (in adjacent grid square).
Cereal crop north of Story's Lane
The Tacolneston transmitter masts can be seen in the background (in adjacent grid square).
Field south of Story's Lane
Field south of Story's Lane
View along Common Road
View along Common Road
Access road to Common Farm and Common Cottage
Access road to Common Farm and Common Cottage
Common Farm as seen from Common Road
Common Farm as seen from Common Road
Common Farm
Common Farm
Access road to Manor Farm
Access road to Manor Farm
View along Wymondham Road
View along Wymondham Road
Access road to Pond Farm
Access road to Pond Farm
Grit bin beside Wymondham Road
Grit bin beside Wymondham Road
Track to Deal Tree Farm
Track to Deal Tree Farm
Electricity transformer by Cherry Tree Farm
Electricity transformer by Cherry Tree Farm
Roadworks in Bunwell Street
Roadworks in Bunwell Street
Show me another place!

Great Green is located at Grid Ref: TM1193 (Lat: 52.501521, Lng: 1.1170361)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: South Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

What 3 Words

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.501521,1.1170361
Bunwell Street
Place: hamlet
Source: npe
Lat/Long: 52.5032071/1.1158253
Days Garage, adj
Naptan AtcoCode: 2900B593
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Days Garage
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Landmark: garage
Naptan Locality: Bunwell
Naptan NaptanCode: nfoagpda
Naptan Street: Bunwell Street
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.5031947/1.1103755
Days Garage, opp
Naptan AtcoCode: 2900B597
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Days Garage
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: opp garage
Naptan Locality: Bunwell
Naptan NaptanCode: nfogmapd
Naptan Street: Bunwell Street
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.5033586/1.1102987
Bus Stop
Post Office, opp
Naptan AtcoCode: 2900B599
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Post Office
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: opp post office
Naptan Locality: Bunwell
Naptan NaptanCode: nfogmwjt
Naptan Street: Bunwell Street
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import;survey
Lat/Long: 52.5018945/1.1156923
Fixme: Does a Public Footpath head south from here?
Note: Definitive Statement and historic OS 1:25 suggest Carleton Rode FP 3 starts somewhere here.
Lat/Long: 52.4991727/1.1174112
Man Made: water_tower
Source: Bing
Lat/Long: 52.5028444/1.1234285
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:45; Sa 12:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Mounting: pier
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: NR16 1605
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 52.5018218/1.1156165
Fuel
Anglo
Lat/Long: 52.5032282/1.1102176
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:45; Sa 11:45
Post Box Mounting: pier
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: NR16 1619
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 52.50017/1.1207639
Fixme: Does a Public Footpath leave the road and head south somewhere here?
Note: Definitive Statement and historic OS 1:25k suggest Bunwell FP 5 may start here
Lat/Long: 52.4992703/1.1222583
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.5047049/1.1134127
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.5005725/1.1160815
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.5038379/1.114507
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.5030526/1.1155182
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.4989608/1.1141181
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.4997675/1.1150944
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.497955/1.1128923
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.5008125/1.1163792
Post Office
Bunwell Post Office
Addr City: Norwich
Addr Housenumber: 98
Addr Street: Bunwell Street
Addr Village: Bunwell
Brand: Post Office
Brand Wikidata: Q1783168
Contact Website: https://www.postoffice.co.uk/branch-finder/5441366/bunwell
Fixme: Find location in store
Note: Inside Premier store
Opening Hours: Mo-Sa 07:00-20:00; Su 08:00-17:00
Ref Pol Id: 131048
Source: pol_branch_list_2018-01;https://www.facebook.com/Bunwell-Stores-642540092533930/
Source Addr: pol_branch_list_2018-01
Source Opening Hours: pol_branch_list_2018-01
Lat/Long: 52.5011169/1.1183686
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.4997283/1.1182734
Defibrillator
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Defibrillator Location: inside old red phone box in Bunwell Street
Disused Amenity: telephone
Emergency: defibrillator
Man Made: telephone_box
Ref GB The Circuit: 8EAE4DC7-6210-48C5-B255-B02700ECE683
Lat/Long: 52.5010613/1.1191501
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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