Gowthorpe Manor

Heritage Site in Norfolk South Norfolk

England

Gowthorpe Manor

Mulbarton: View from the church entrance
Mulbarton: View from the church entrance Credit: Michael Garlick

Gowthorpe Manor, located in Norfolk, is a historic heritage site that carries immense cultural and historical significance. This magnificent manor house dates back to the 15th century and is a prime example of Tudor architecture. Situated amidst lush greenery, the manor stands tall as a symbol of grandeur and elegance.

The exterior of Gowthorpe Manor showcases exquisite brickwork and timber frames, which have been meticulously preserved over the centuries. The intricate details and craftsmanship on the façade are a testament to the skilled artisans of the time. The manor is surrounded by well-maintained gardens, adding to the picturesque charm of the estate.

Inside the manor, visitors are transported back in time to experience the opulent lifestyle of the Tudor era. The grand halls, adorned with ornate tapestries and intricate wooden paneling, exude a sense of regality. The manor also houses a collection of antique furniture, artwork, and historical artifacts, which give visitors a glimpse into the lives of the manor's former inhabitants.

Gowthorpe Manor has been carefully preserved and restored to maintain its original charm. It stands as a living testament to the rich history and heritage of the region. The manor is open to the public, offering guided tours and educational programs to provide a deeper understanding of the historical significance of the site.

Visiting Gowthorpe Manor is not only a treat for history enthusiasts but also for nature lovers, as the surrounding countryside offers breathtaking views and tranquil walks. It is truly a place where the past meets the present, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the history and beauty of Norfolk.

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Gowthorpe Manor Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.575/1.255 or Grid Reference TG2002. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Mulbarton: View from the church entrance
Mulbarton: View from the church entrance
Mulbarton, St. Mary Magdalen's Church: Southern aspect
Mulbarton, St. Mary Magdalen's Church: Southern aspect
Mulbarton, St. Mary Magdalen's Church: South porch
Mulbarton, St. Mary Magdalen's Church: South porch
Mulbarton, St. Mary Magdalen's Church: South eastern aspect
Mulbarton, St. Mary Magdalen's Church: South eastern aspect
Mulbarton, St. Mary Magdalen's Church: Eastern aspect
Mulbarton, St. Mary Magdalen's Church: Eastern aspect
Mulbarton, St. Mary Magdalen's Church: Profusion of primroses at the east end of the church
Mulbarton, St. Mary Magdalen's Church: Profusion of primroses at the east end of the church
Mulbarton, St. Mary Magdalen's Church: Base of the tower
Mulbarton, St. Mary Magdalen's Church: Base of the tower
Swardeston: Village pond
Swardeston: Village pond
Swardeston: Village pond and houses in Chestnut Close
Swardeston: Village pond and houses in Chestnut Close
Swardeston: The Cricket Pavilion
Swardeston: The Cricket Pavilion
Swardeston: Houses in The Common (road name)
Swardeston: Houses in The Common (road name)
Keswick: A47 bridge over the Ipswich Road roundabout
Keswick: A47 bridge over the Ipswich Road roundabout
The Bus Café in Mulbarton It was recently opened by Rachel Ives and her friend Sam Smith and is housed in a 1956 Bristol Lodekka double-decker bus, with a kitchen and a small seating area on the ground floor and room for about 25 people upstairs.  The bus was used for transporting children to and from school and Blakeys is believed to have operated in Lowestoft. After it was retired from the fleet it was converted into a driver training vehicle. It was fully restored in 1999 and then sold to a pub where it was used as a smoking shelter. But it fell into disrepair and last October was rescued from the scrap heap by its current owners.

The project has received the backing of Mulbarton Parish Council, who listed a café as a priority for the village in its neighbourhood plan, and its permanent home is now on the grounds of the Mulbarton social club.

Update February 2018 - the bus café is currently advertised as for sale.
The Bus Café in Mulbarton
It was recently opened by Rachel Ives and her friend Sam Smith and is housed in a 1956 Bristol Lodekka double-decker bus, with a kitchen and a small seating area on the ground floor and room for about 25 people upstairs. The bus was used for transporting children to and from school and Blakeys is believed to have operated in Lowestoft. After it was retired from the fleet it was converted into a driver training vehicle. It was fully restored in 1999 and then sold to a pub where it was used as a smoking shelter. But it fell into disrepair and last October was rescued from the scrap heap by its current owners. The project has received the backing of Mulbarton Parish Council, who listed a café as a priority for the village in its neighbourhood plan, and its permanent home is now on the grounds of the Mulbarton social club. Update February 2018 - the bus café is currently advertised as for sale.
Blakeys Bus Café in Mulbarton It was recently opened by Rachel Ives and her friend Sam Smith and is housed in a 1956 Bristol Lodekka double-decker bus, with a kitchen and a small seating area on the ground floor and room for about 25 people upstairs.  The bus was used for transporting children to and from school and Blakeys is believed to have operated in Lowestoft. After it was retired from the fleet it was converted into a driver training vehicle. It was fully restored in 1999 and then sold to a pub where it was used as a smoking shelter. But it fell into disrepair and last October was rescued from the scrap heap by its current owners.

The project has received the backing of Mulbarton Parish Council, who listed a café as a priority for the village in its neighbourhood plan, and its permanent home is now on the grounds of the Mulbarton social club.

Update February 2018 - the bus café is currently advertised as for sale.
Blakeys Bus Café in Mulbarton
It was recently opened by Rachel Ives and her friend Sam Smith and is housed in a 1956 Bristol Lodekka double-decker bus, with a kitchen and a small seating area on the ground floor and room for about 25 people upstairs. The bus was used for transporting children to and from school and Blakeys is believed to have operated in Lowestoft. After it was retired from the fleet it was converted into a driver training vehicle. It was fully restored in 1999 and then sold to a pub where it was used as a smoking shelter. But it fell into disrepair and last October was rescued from the scrap heap by its current owners. The project has received the backing of Mulbarton Parish Council, who listed a café as a priority for the village in its neighbourhood plan, and its permanent home is now on the grounds of the Mulbarton social club. Update February 2018 - the bus café is currently advertised as for sale.
Blakeys Bus Café It was recently opened by Rachel Ives and her friend Sam Smith and is housed in a 1956 Bristol Lodekka double-decker bus, with a kitchen and a small seating area on the ground floor and room for about 25 people upstairs.  The bus was used for transporting children to and from school and Blakeys is believed to have operated in Lowestoft. After it was retired from the fleet it was converted into a driver training vehicle. It was fully restored in 1999 and then sold to a pub where it was used as a smoking shelter. But it fell into disrepair and last October was rescued  from the scrap heap by its current owners.

The project has received the backing of Mulbarton Parish Council, who listed a café as a priority for the village in its neighbourhood plan, and its permanent home is now on the grounds of the Mulbarton social club.

Update February 2018 - the bus café is currently advertised as for sale.
Blakeys Bus Café
It was recently opened by Rachel Ives and her friend Sam Smith and is housed in a 1956 Bristol Lodekka double-decker bus, with a kitchen and a small seating area on the ground floor and room for about 25 people upstairs. The bus was used for transporting children to and from school and Blakeys is believed to have operated in Lowestoft. After it was retired from the fleet it was converted into a driver training vehicle. It was fully restored in 1999 and then sold to a pub where it was used as a smoking shelter. But it fell into disrepair and last October was rescued from the scrap heap by its current owners. The project has received the backing of Mulbarton Parish Council, who listed a café as a priority for the village in its neighbourhood plan, and its permanent home is now on the grounds of the Mulbarton social club. Update February 2018 - the bus café is currently advertised as for sale.
The Bus Café It was recently opened by Rachel Ives and her friend Sam Smith and is housed in a 1956 Bristol Lodekka double-decker bus, with a kitchen and a small seating area on the ground floor and room for about 25 people upstairs.  The bus was used for transporting children to and from school and Blakeys is believed to have operated in Lowestoft. After it was retired from the fleet it was converted into a driver training vehicle. It was fully restored in 1999 and then sold to a pub where it was used as a smoking shelter. But it fell into disrepair and last October was rescued  from the scrap heap by its current owners.

The project has received the backing of Mulbarton Parish Council, who listed a café as a priority for the village in its neighbourhood plan, and its permanent home is now on the grounds of the Mulbarton social club.

Update February 2018 - the bus café is currently advertised as for sale.
The Bus Café
It was recently opened by Rachel Ives and her friend Sam Smith and is housed in a 1956 Bristol Lodekka double-decker bus, with a kitchen and a small seating area on the ground floor and room for about 25 people upstairs. The bus was used for transporting children to and from school and Blakeys is believed to have operated in Lowestoft. After it was retired from the fleet it was converted into a driver training vehicle. It was fully restored in 1999 and then sold to a pub where it was used as a smoking shelter. But it fell into disrepair and last October was rescued from the scrap heap by its current owners. The project has received the backing of Mulbarton Parish Council, who listed a café as a priority for the village in its neighbourhood plan, and its permanent home is now on the grounds of the Mulbarton social club. Update February 2018 - the bus café is currently advertised as for sale.
Blakeys Bus Café in Mulbarton It was recently opened by Rachel Ives and her friend Sam Smith and is housed in a 1956 Bristol Lodekka double-decker bus, with a kitchen and a small seating area on the ground floor and room for about 25 people upstairs.  The bus was used for transporting children to and from school and Blakeys is believed to have operated in Lowestoft. After it was retired from the fleet it was converted into a driver training vehicle. It was fully restored in 1999 and then sold to a pub where it was used as a smoking shelter. But it fell into disrepair and last October was rescued from the scrap heap by its current owners.

The project has received the backing of Mulbarton Parish Council, who listed a café as a priority for the village in its neighbourhood plan, and its permanent home is now on the grounds of the Mulbarton social club.

Update February 2018 - the bus café is currently advertised as for sale.
Blakeys Bus Café in Mulbarton
It was recently opened by Rachel Ives and her friend Sam Smith and is housed in a 1956 Bristol Lodekka double-decker bus, with a kitchen and a small seating area on the ground floor and room for about 25 people upstairs. The bus was used for transporting children to and from school and Blakeys is believed to have operated in Lowestoft. After it was retired from the fleet it was converted into a driver training vehicle. It was fully restored in 1999 and then sold to a pub where it was used as a smoking shelter. But it fell into disrepair and last October was rescued from the scrap heap by its current owners. The project has received the backing of Mulbarton Parish Council, who listed a café as a priority for the village in its neighbourhood plan, and its permanent home is now on the grounds of the Mulbarton social club. Update February 2018 - the bus café is currently advertised as for sale.
Blakeys Bus Café (detail) Fleet number of the 1956 Lodekka double-decker bus which has recently been converted into a café > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4860664" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4860664">Link</a>.
Blakeys Bus Café (detail)
Fleet number of the 1956 Lodekka double-decker bus which has recently been converted into a café > Link.
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Gowthorpe Manor is located at Grid Ref: TG2002 (Lat: 52.575, Lng: 1.255)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: South Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

What 3 Words

///pythons.pills.pulps. Near Mulbarton, Norfolk

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