Bircham Newton

Settlement in Norfolk King's Lynn and West Norfolk

England

Bircham Newton

Church of All Saints, Bircham Newton Largely built in the thirteenth century <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1077805?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1077805?section=official-list-entry">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>
Church of All Saints, Bircham Newton Credit: Jonathan Thacker

Bircham Newton is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, England. It is situated approximately 10 miles east of the market town of King's Lynn. The village is part of the civil parish of Bircham with Docking and is surrounded by picturesque countryside and farmland.

Historically, Bircham Newton was known for its connection to the Royal Air Force (RAF). During World War II, the RAF established an airfield in the village, which played a crucial role in the defense of the country. Today, the airfield is still in operation but is mainly used for gliding activities.

The village itself is home to a close-knit community, with a mix of residential properties, including traditional cottages and more modern houses. There is a local pub, The King's Head, which serves as a social hub for residents and visitors alike.

Bircham Newton offers a peaceful and rural setting, making it an ideal place for those seeking a quiet lifestyle away from the hustle and bustle of larger towns and cities. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and birdwatching.

For amenities and services, residents typically rely on nearby towns such as King's Lynn or Fakenham, where they can find a wider range of shops, supermarkets, schools, and healthcare facilities. Overall, Bircham Newton offers a charming and tranquil living environment, perfect for those who appreciate the beauty of the Norfolk countryside.

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Church of All Saints, Bircham Newton Largely built in the thirteenth century <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1077805?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1077805?section=official-list-entry">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>
Church of All Saints, Bircham Newton
Largely built in the thirteenth century LinkExternal link
Byway at Bircham Newton
Byway at Bircham Newton
Farm track near Bircham Newton This is the continuation of a byway which begins in Bircham Newton. Prior to the construction of RAF Bircham Newton this contunued towards Stanhoe and Barwick.
Farm track near Bircham Newton
This is the continuation of a byway which begins in Bircham Newton. Prior to the construction of RAF Bircham Newton this contunued towards Stanhoe and Barwick.
Farm track near Bircham Newton This area is known as Honey Hills.
Farm track near Bircham Newton
This area is known as Honey Hills.
Stubble field and York Hill Plantation
Stubble field and York Hill Plantation
Interior, All Saints' church, Bircham Newton The furnshings date from 1858 and are more Georgian than Victorian in style <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1077805?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1077805?section=official-list-entry">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>
Interior, All Saints' church, Bircham Newton
The furnshings date from 1858 and are more Georgian than Victorian in style LinkExternal link
Converted barn, Bircham Newton Now provides holiday accommodation.
Converted barn, Bircham Newton
Now provides holiday accommodation.
Houses on Fring Road, Great Bircham
Houses on Fring Road, Great Bircham
Farm track near Fring
Farm track near Fring
Field of oats near Fring
Field of oats near Fring
Great Bircham: The Cross of Sacrifice For more, see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.warmemorialsonline.org.uk/memorial/268237/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.warmemorialsonline.org.uk/memorial/268237/">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>
Great Bircham: The Cross of Sacrifice
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Great Bircham: inscription on the Cross of Sacrifice
Great Bircham: inscription on the Cross of Sacrifice
St Mary, Great Bircham: font The font in a Christian church is that place where new members are inducted in a ceremony known as a christening. Fonts are often symbolically placed at or near the entrance. Typically, the font is between 90 and 130 centimetres tall and sculpted in stone- although wood and metal are sometimes used.  During the ceremony, a priest traces the sign of the cross on the new member’s forehead.  If an infant, several adults will be asked to be godparents. They will then pledge at the font to guide the child on their Christian journey.
St Mary, Great Bircham: font
The font in a Christian church is that place where new members are inducted in a ceremony known as a christening. Fonts are often symbolically placed at or near the entrance. Typically, the font is between 90 and 130 centimetres tall and sculpted in stone- although wood and metal are sometimes used. During the ceremony, a priest traces the sign of the cross on the new member’s forehead. If an infant, several adults will be asked to be godparents. They will then pledge at the font to guide the child on their Christian journey.
Inside St Mary, Great Bircham (A)
Inside St Mary, Great Bircham (A)
Inside St Mary, Great Bircham (B)
Inside St Mary, Great Bircham (B)
Inside St Mary, Great Bircham (C)
Inside St Mary, Great Bircham (C)
Inside St Mary, Great Bircham (D) A shield commemorating the life of Sidney Wharton <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://whartonfamilyhistory.weebly.com/sidney-alfred-wharton-1895-1916.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://whartonfamilyhistory.weebly.com/sidney-alfred-wharton-1895-1916.html">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>
Inside St Mary, Great Bircham (D)
A shield commemorating the life of Sidney Wharton LinkExternal link
Inside St Mary, Great Bircham (E)
Inside St Mary, Great Bircham (E)
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Bircham Newton is located at Grid Ref: TF7633 (Lat: 52.872699, Lng: 0.624776)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: King's Lynn and West Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

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Located within 500m of 52.872699,0.624776
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