Attleborough
Civil Parish in Norfolk Breckland
England
Attleborough
Attleborough is a civil parish located in the county of Norfolk, England. Situated approximately 15 miles southwest of the city of Norwich, it covers an area of around 13 square miles. The town of Attleborough, which serves as the administrative center of the parish, has a population of around 10,000.
The area has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the prehistoric era. In the medieval period, Attleborough grew into an important market town, thanks to its strategic location on the main road between Norwich and London.
Today, Attleborough is a bustling town with a thriving community. It offers a range of amenities and services, including schools, healthcare facilities, shops, and leisure activities. The town center features a mix of historic buildings and modern developments, creating a unique blend of old and new.
Nature enthusiasts can enjoy the surrounding countryside, which includes picturesque villages, meadows, and woodland areas. The town is also home to the Attleborough Heritage Museum, which showcases the area's history and heritage.
Transport links are excellent, with Attleborough conveniently located near major road networks, including the A11 and A47. The town has a railway station, providing direct connections to Norwich, Cambridge, and London.
Overall, Attleborough, Norfolk, offers a pleasant and vibrant environment for residents and visitors alike, combining its historical charm with modern amenities and easy access to surrounding areas.
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Attleborough Images
Images are sourced within 2km of 52.515431/1.005699 or Grid Reference TM0495. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.
Arriving at Attleborough
Viewed on a journey between Thetford and Norwich on a dull summer day.
Study of a Gasoline Station
Sainsbury's, Attleborough.
This photograph is part of a series taken in homage to the American artist Ed Ruscha's 1963 publication of 'Twentysix Gasoline Stations'.
More properly known as filling stations in the UK, I am attempting to photograph as many as possible to mark the sixty year anniversary.
Study of a Gasoline Station
Esso, Attleborough.
This photograph is part of a series taken in homage to the American artist Ed Ruscha's 1963 publication of 'Twentysix Gasoline Stations'.
More properly known as filling stations in the UK, I am attempting to photograph as many as possible to mark the sixty year anniversary.
B1077, Attleborough
The B1077 is a 57 mile long rural road from Ipswich to Swaffham.
It starts in Ipswich town centre and heads north. It crosses a railway line via a level crossing in Westerfield and then crosses the B1078 near Ashbocking. At Peats Corner it multiplexes west along the A1120 for a short distance before regaining its number and going through Debenham and Eye before crossing the River Waveney into Norfolk and reaching the A1066 on the edge of Diss.
The B1077 continued west from Caston into Watton and thence to Swaffham. During World War II, the road was diverted to Carbrooke Hall as the original road was severed by the building of RAF Watton. The Watton to Swaffham road was declassified in the 1990s.
Sweeping curve, A11
The A11 is a major road in Eastern England. It runs roughly north east for 111 miles from London to Norwich, With the M11 opening in the 1970s and then the A12 extension in 1999, a lengthy section has been downgraded between the suburbs of east London and the north-west corner of the county of Essex. It also overlaps with the A14 on the Newmarket bypass.
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Footbridge over the A11
The A11 is a major road in Eastern England. It runs roughly north east for 111 miles from London to Norwich, With the M11 opening in the 1970s and then the A12 extension in 1999, a lengthy section has been downgraded between the suburbs of east London and the north-west corner of the county of Essex. It also overlaps with the A14 on the Newmarket bypass.
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The A11 southbound
The A11 is a major road in Eastern England. It runs roughly north east for 111 miles from London to Norwich, With the M11 opening in the 1970s and then the A12 extension in 1999, a lengthy section has been downgraded between the suburbs of east London and the north-west corner of the county of Essex. It also overlaps with the A14 on the Newmarket bypass.
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Attleborough is located at Grid Ref: TM0495 (Lat: 52.515431, Lng: 1.005699)
Administrative County: Norfolk
District: Breckland
Police Authority: Norfolk
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Located within 500m of 52.515431,1.005699Attleborough
Name Ru: Атлборо
Place: town
Wikidata: Q1975526
Wikipedia: en:Attleborough
Lat/Long: 52.5179648/1.0105931
Fixme: check access from here. Certainly no road joining the A11
Lat/Long: 52.518725/1.0017968
Bus Stop
West Carr Road, adj
Naptan AtcoCode: 2900A1824
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Lat/Long: 52.5116082/1.0030548
Bus Stop
Short Road, opp
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Lat/Long: 52.5181092/1.0078533
Bus Stop
Watling Road, adj
Naptan AtcoCode: 2900A1837
Naptan Bearing: N
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Naptan Landmark: Watling Road
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Naptan Verified: no
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Lat/Long: 52.5142495/1.0063454
Bus Stop
Lavender Close, adj
Naptan AtcoCode: 2900A1839
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Lavender Close
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Landmark: Lavender Close
Naptan Locality: Attleborough
Naptan NaptanCode: nfoadjtw
Naptan ShortCommonName: Lavender Close
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Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.5170599/1.0047536
Bus Stop
police station, opp
Naptan AtcoCode: 2900A1846
Naptan Bearing: NE
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: police station
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: police station
Naptan Locality: Attleborough
Naptan NaptanCode: nfoadjwp
Naptan ShortCommonName: police station
Naptan Street: London Road
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.5124753/1.0046765
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 17:15; Sa 11:30
Post Box Mounting: pier
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: NR17 1736
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 52.511556/1.0029633
Fixme: Looks like a new housing development from Bing
Lat/Long: 52.5167202/1.0008298
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Post Box Mounting: pier
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: NR17 1738D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 52.5127163/1.0111692
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Post Box Mounting: pier
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: NR17 1737D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 52.5187433/1.0101896
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Post Box Mounting: pier
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: NR17 1748D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 52.5153726/1.0059437
Social Facility
Thetford Food Bank
Addr City: Attleborough
Addr Housename: Attleborough Methodist Church
Addr Postcode: NR17 2BX
Addr Street: London Road
Fhrs Id: 929261
Note: This really is called Thetford Food Bank, despite being in Attleborough.
Opening Hours: Sa 10:30-11:30
Social Facility: food_bank
Source Addr: FSA Food Hygiene Ratings Database
Url: https://www.trusselltrust.org/get-help/find-a-foodbank/thetford/
Lat/Long: 52.5147167/1.0112622
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
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Lat/Long: 52.5139422/1.0026365
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Lat/Long: 52.5126641/1.0080224
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Lat/Long: 52.5123491/1.0090148
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Lat/Long: 52.5130608/1.0033822
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Ref: toucan
Lat/Long: 52.515021/1.0108543
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