Bintree

Civil Parish in Norfolk Breckland

England

Bintree

County School Station in 1990 Preserved railway station in the country
County School Station in 1990 Credit: Kevin Waterhouse

Bintree is a civil parish located in the county of Norfolk, England. Situated approximately 15 miles northwest of the city of Norwich, Bintree covers an area of around 5 square miles. The parish is part of the Breckland District and falls within the parliamentary constituency of Mid Norfolk.

Bintree is a small, rural village with a population of around 200 people. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, characterized by gently rolling hills and agricultural fields. Bintree is predominantly an agricultural community, with farming activities playing a significant role in the local economy.

The village itself is characterized by a mix of historical and modern architecture. There are several traditional thatched cottages, as well as more modern houses and buildings. The centerpiece of the village is the St. Swithin's Church, a beautiful medieval church that dates back to the 14th century. The church is known for its impressive stained glass windows and architectural features.

Despite its small size, Bintree has a strong sense of community. The village has a local pub, The Red Lion, which serves as a gathering place for residents and visitors alike. Additionally, there is a village hall that hosts a variety of community events and activities throughout the year.

Overall, Bintree offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for those seeking a rural lifestyle. Its close proximity to Norwich provides residents with access to a wider range of amenities and services, while still enjoying the tranquility of village life.

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Bintree Images

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County School Station in 1990 Preserved railway station in the country
County School Station in 1990
Preserved railway station in the country
County School Railway Station See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1894292">TF9822 : County School Railway Station</a>
County School Railway Station
Former Trackbed A view of the wide trackbed formation. This was double track, one line on the Wymondham to Fakenham line with another on the County School to Wroxham branch.
Former Trackbed
A view of the wide trackbed formation. This was double track, one line on the Wymondham to Fakenham line with another on the County School to Wroxham branch.
Former Railway Line See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1893579">TF9823 : Trackbed North of County School</a> for a summer view.
Former Railway Line
Railway Trackbed See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1893520">TF9823 : Trackbed north of County School</a> for a summer view.
Railway Trackbed
Railway Trackbed A look at the ex trackbed north of County School. This is now farmland but a footpath runs through. 
See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1893537">TF9823 : Trackbed north of County School</a>
Railway Trackbed
A look at the ex trackbed north of County School. This is now farmland but a footpath runs through. See TF9823 : Trackbed north of County School
Railway Trackbed The trackbed north of County School to Fakenham Gas Museum (including M&GN trackbed) is in private hands but protected from development. The major obstacle being Great Ryburgh maltings, being built on the trackbed.
Railway Trackbed
The trackbed north of County School to Fakenham Gas Museum (including M&GN trackbed) is in private hands but protected from development. The major obstacle being Great Ryburgh maltings, being built on the trackbed.
County School Station The curious name of this remote Norfolk country junction derives from the nearby Norfolk County School, a public school that only operated from 1874 until 1895. However, it was reopened as the Watts Naval School in 1901, an establishment that prepared boys for a life in the navy with, from all accounts, a regime that would be considered intolerably harsh today. That school closed in 1953 followed only 11 years later by all passenger services at the station. However, the Mid-Norfolk Railway Preservation Trust has done a wonderful job in restoring it to the condition seen here. The long-term intention is to extend the Mid-Norfolk Railway here from its current terminus at Dereham.
County School Station
The curious name of this remote Norfolk country junction derives from the nearby Norfolk County School, a public school that only operated from 1874 until 1895. However, it was reopened as the Watts Naval School in 1901, an establishment that prepared boys for a life in the navy with, from all accounts, a regime that would be considered intolerably harsh today. That school closed in 1953 followed only 11 years later by all passenger services at the station. However, the Mid-Norfolk Railway Preservation Trust has done a wonderful job in restoring it to the condition seen here. The long-term intention is to extend the Mid-Norfolk Railway here from its current terminus at Dereham.
County School Station Detail of this immaculately restored station.
County School Station
Detail of this immaculately restored station.
Road to the former Watts Naval School Beyond County School station this is a private road that, until its closure in 1953, led to Watts Naval School, an establishment that prepared boys for a life in the navy. Nowadays, parts of the site are used for housing.
Road to the former Watts Naval School
Beyond County School station this is a private road that, until its closure in 1953, led to Watts Naval School, an establishment that prepared boys for a life in the navy. Nowadays, parts of the site are used for housing.
End of the line: County School The track ends abruptly just beyond the platforms at County School station.
End of the line: County School
The track ends abruptly just beyond the platforms at County School station.
County School Station Showing the station house and level crossing; there is clearly much work yet to be done before passenger trains on the Mid Norfolk Railway can run this far.
County School Station
Showing the station house and level crossing; there is clearly much work yet to be done before passenger trains on the Mid Norfolk Railway can run this far.
County School Station Fallen leaves lie on the platform of this beautifully restored station on the former Wymondham - Wells line. The bay platform on the right was once used for the branch line service to Wroxham.
County School Station
Fallen leaves lie on the platform of this beautifully restored station on the former Wymondham - Wells line. The bay platform on the right was once used for the branch line service to Wroxham.
Lane at County School Station Looking along the lane leading away from County School station with the former station house on the right.
Lane at County School Station
Looking along the lane leading away from County School station with the former station house on the right.
County School Station For an excellent history go to: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1894208" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1894208">Link</a>
County School Station
For an excellent history go to: Link
View towards the crossing gates at County School Station For a view of the station building see > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2762456" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2762456">Link</a>. For an excellent history go to: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1894208" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1894208">Link</a>
View towards the crossing gates at County School Station
For a view of the station building see > Link. For an excellent history go to: Link
County School Station - old advertising board For a view of the station building see > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2762456" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2762456">Link</a>. For an excellent history go to: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1894208" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1894208">Link</a>
County School Station - old advertising board
For a view of the station building see > Link. For an excellent history go to: Link
County School Station - old advertising board For a view of the station building see > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2762456" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2762456">Link</a>. For an excellent history go to: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1894208" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1894208">Link</a>
County School Station - old advertising board
For a view of the station building see > Link. For an excellent history go to: Link
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Bintree is located at Grid Ref: TF9923 (Lat: 52.770807, Lng: 0.963294)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: Breckland

Police Authority: Norfolk

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