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Beeston St Lawrence

Settlement in Norfolk North Norfolk

England

Beeston St Lawrence

Victorian post-box The ivy is growing! - compare <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1060488">TG3022 : Victorian postbox</a>.
Victorian post-box Credit: Barbara Carr

Beeston St Lawrence is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, England. Situated approximately 10 miles north-west of the city of Norwich, Beeston St Lawrence is a picturesque rural community nestled in the heart of the Norfolk countryside.

The village is known for its charming and well-preserved traditional architecture, with many of its buildings dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries. The centerpiece of Beeston St Lawrence is the beautiful parish church of St Lawrence, a Grade II listed building that showcases stunning Norman and Gothic architectural features.

Surrounded by rolling fields and meadows, Beeston St Lawrence offers a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere for its residents and visitors alike. The village is a popular destination for those seeking a quiet retreat away from the hustle and bustle of urban life. The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and birdwatching.

Despite its small size, Beeston St Lawrence has a strong sense of community, with various social and cultural events organized throughout the year. The village also boasts a local pub, which serves as a gathering place for residents and visitors to enjoy a drink or a meal.

Overall, Beeston St Lawrence is a delightful village that encapsulates the charm and beauty of rural Norfolk. Its rich history, stunning architecture, and peaceful surroundings make it a truly idyllic destination for those seeking a taste of traditional English village life.

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Victorian post-box The ivy is growing! - compare <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1060488">TG3022 : Victorian postbox</a>.
Victorian post-box
The ivy is growing! - compare TG3022 : Victorian postbox.
Beeston Hall This fine country house is attributed to the architect William Wilkins of Norwich. It was built in 1786 for Jacob Preston near the site of an older mansion which was torn down. The surrounding park, now largely given over to farming, is believed to have been laid out at around the same time. In the 1940s, Beeston Hall was owned by Sir Thomas Preston, O.B.E (1886-1976), 6th baronet, who spent most of his time overseas. As a young man, he went on mining expeditions in northern Siberia prospecting for gold and he later joined the Diplomatic Service. He was British Consul in Ekaterinburg at the time of the murder in 1918 by the Bolsheviks of Tsar Nicholas II and the Russian Imperial family. Sir Thomas was succeeded by his eldest son, Sir Ronald Douglas Hildebrand Preston, 7th Baronet, who served as a Major in the Intelligence Corps and later worked for Reuters and The Times as a foreign correspondent. He was also a member of the SOE (Special Operations Executive, a covert military organisation). From 1940 to 1942, Beeston Hall housed the Norfolk Auxiliary Units' administrative headquarters and it was here where Captain Nigel Oxenden [later Major Nigel Oxenden MC] and his staff were based. Although the Hall is surrounded by extensive park and farmland, no training exercises appear to have been held at Beeston. At present, the estate is known as the Beeston Hall Arabian Stud. (Picture taken by kind permission of the owner.)
Beeston Hall
This fine country house is attributed to the architect William Wilkins of Norwich. It was built in 1786 for Jacob Preston near the site of an older mansion which was torn down. The surrounding park, now largely given over to farming, is believed to have been laid out at around the same time. In the 1940s, Beeston Hall was owned by Sir Thomas Preston, O.B.E (1886-1976), 6th baronet, who spent most of his time overseas. As a young man, he went on mining expeditions in northern Siberia prospecting for gold and he later joined the Diplomatic Service. He was British Consul in Ekaterinburg at the time of the murder in 1918 by the Bolsheviks of Tsar Nicholas II and the Russian Imperial family. Sir Thomas was succeeded by his eldest son, Sir Ronald Douglas Hildebrand Preston, 7th Baronet, who served as a Major in the Intelligence Corps and later worked for Reuters and The Times as a foreign correspondent. He was also a member of the SOE (Special Operations Executive, a covert military organisation). From 1940 to 1942, Beeston Hall housed the Norfolk Auxiliary Units' administrative headquarters and it was here where Captain Nigel Oxenden [later Major Nigel Oxenden MC] and his staff were based. Although the Hall is surrounded by extensive park and farmland, no training exercises appear to have been held at Beeston. At present, the estate is known as the Beeston Hall Arabian Stud. (Picture taken by kind permission of the owner.)
Beeston Hall This fine country house is attributed to the architect William Wilkins of Norwich. It was built in 1786 for Jacob Preston near the site of an older mansion which was torn down. The surrounding park, now largely given over to farming, is believed to have been laid out at around the same time. In the 1940s, Beeston Hall was owned by Sir Thomas Preston, O.B.E (1886-1976), 6th baronet, who spent most of his time overseas. As a young man, he went on mining expeditions in northern Siberia prospecting for gold and he later joined the Diplomatic Service. He was British Consul in Ekaterinburg at the time of the murder in 1918 by the Bolsheviks of Tsar Nicholas II and the Russian Imperial family. Sir Thomas was succeeded by his eldest son, Sir Ronald Douglas Hildebrand Preston, 7th Baronet, who served as a Major in the Intelligence Corps and later worked for Reuters and The Times as a foreign correspondent. He was also a member of the SOE (Special Operations Executive, a covert military organisation). From 1940 to 1942, Beeston Hall housed the Norfolk Auxiliary Units' administrative headquarters and it was here where Captain Nigel Oxenden [later Major Nigel Oxenden MC] and his staff were based. Although the Hall is surrounded by extensive park and farmland, no training exercises appear to have been held at Beeston. At present, the estate is known as the Beeston Hall Arabian Stud. (Picture taken by kind permission of the owner.)
Beeston Hall
This fine country house is attributed to the architect William Wilkins of Norwich. It was built in 1786 for Jacob Preston near the site of an older mansion which was torn down. The surrounding park, now largely given over to farming, is believed to have been laid out at around the same time. In the 1940s, Beeston Hall was owned by Sir Thomas Preston, O.B.E (1886-1976), 6th baronet, who spent most of his time overseas. As a young man, he went on mining expeditions in northern Siberia prospecting for gold and he later joined the Diplomatic Service. He was British Consul in Ekaterinburg at the time of the murder in 1918 by the Bolsheviks of Tsar Nicholas II and the Russian Imperial family. Sir Thomas was succeeded by his eldest son, Sir Ronald Douglas Hildebrand Preston, 7th Baronet, who served as a Major in the Intelligence Corps and later worked for Reuters and The Times as a foreign correspondent. He was also a member of the SOE (Special Operations Executive, a covert military organisation). From 1940 to 1942, Beeston Hall housed the Norfolk Auxiliary Units' administrative headquarters and it was here where Captain Nigel Oxenden [later Major Nigel Oxenden MC] and his staff were based. Although the Hall is surrounded by extensive park and farmland, no training exercises appear to have been held at Beeston. At present, the estate is known as the Beeston Hall Arabian Stud. (Picture taken by kind permission of the owner.)
Un-named road leading to Smallburgh, east of Tunstall
Un-named road leading to Smallburgh, east of Tunstall
Sugarbeet crop at Tunstall
Sugarbeet crop at Tunstall
Near Bracken House, Anchor Street Anchor Street is an old Roman Road
Near Bracken House, Anchor Street
Anchor Street is an old Roman Road
Anchor Street, a Norfolk hamlet
Anchor Street, a Norfolk hamlet
Little used road between Anchor Street and Old Farm
Little used road between Anchor Street and Old Farm
Potato crop near Anchor Street
Potato crop near Anchor Street
Strawberry picking at one of the county's largest fruit growers
Strawberry picking at one of the county's largest fruit growers
Strawberry picking at one of the county's largest fruit growers
Strawberry picking at one of the county's largest fruit growers
Entrance to Old Hall Farm Originally there was a Hall here surrounded by a moat which is still very much in evidence.
Entrance to Old Hall Farm
Originally there was a Hall here surrounded by a moat which is still very much in evidence.
Road past the moat at Old Hall Farm
Road past the moat at Old Hall Farm
A small part of Old Hall Farm moat Most of the historic moat is hidden by trees but it is well looked after.
A small part of Old Hall Farm moat
Most of the historic moat is hidden by trees but it is well looked after.
No deep water here, just deep nettles
No deep water here, just deep nettles
A layby on the A1151 which was once the old carriageway
A layby on the A1151 which was once the old carriageway
A layby on the A1151 which was once the old carriageway
A layby on the A1151 which was once the old carriageway
Oilseed rape crop by Smallburgh church
Oilseed rape crop by Smallburgh church
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Beeston St Lawrence is located at Grid Ref: TG3222 (Lat: 52.752575, Lng: 1.449044)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: North Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

What 3 Words

///lunging.rival.scorched. Near Hoveton, Norfolk

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Located within 500m of 52.752575,1.449044
Bus Stop
Church, adj
Naptan AtcoCode: 2900A153
Naptan Bearing: SW
Naptan CommonName: Church
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Landmark: Church
Naptan Locality: Beeston St Lawrence
Naptan NaptanCode: nfoadgtj
Naptan Street: Norwich Road
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.7496107/1.4506857
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Bus Stop
Church, opp
Naptan AtcoCode: 2900A155
Naptan Bearing: NE
Naptan CommonName: Church
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: church
Naptan Locality: Beeston St Lawrence
Naptan NaptanCode: nfoadgtp
Naptan Street: Norwich Road
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.7493907/1.4502088
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