Bircham

Civil Parish in Norfolk King's Lynn and West Norfolk

England

Bircham

Farm track and pig sties, Bircham Heath
Farm track and pig sties, Bircham Heath Credit: Jonathan Thacker

Bircham is a civil parish located in the county of Norfolk, England. Situated in the district of King's Lynn and West Norfolk, Bircham is a picturesque village surrounded by beautiful countryside. It is part of the Norfolk Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, adding to its appeal for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The village of Bircham is known for its idyllic setting and traditional charm. It is home to a range of historic buildings, including St Mary's Church, a Grade II listed structure dating back to the 14th century. The church is a prominent landmark in the village and adds to its sense of heritage.

Bircham offers a range of amenities to its residents and visitors. There is a village hall that hosts various community events and gatherings, as well as a primary school that provides education for local children. The village also has a pub, The Kings Head, which is a popular spot for locals and visitors to enjoy a drink or a meal.

The surrounding landscape of Bircham is characterized by rolling hills, meandering rivers, and vast stretches of farmland. This makes it an ideal location for walking, cycling, and exploring the countryside. The nearby Bircham Windmill is a notable attraction, offering visitors the opportunity to see a working windmill and learn about its history.

Overall, Bircham is a charming village in Norfolk that offers a peaceful and scenic setting, rich in history and natural beauty.

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Bircham Images

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Farm track and pig sties, Bircham Heath
Farm track and pig sties, Bircham Heath
Barley field near Great Bircham
Barley field near Great Bircham
Farm track to White Woman's Plantation White Woman's Plantation is in the far distance in the centre of the picture.
Farm track to White Woman's Plantation
White Woman's Plantation is in the far distance in the centre of the picture.
Pig sties near The Triangles
Pig sties near The Triangles
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
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
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)
St Mary, Great Bircham: memorial (a)
St Mary, Great Bircham: memorial (a)
Inside St Mary, Great Bircham (F)
Inside St Mary, Great Bircham (F)
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Bircham is located at Grid Ref: TF7631 (Lat: 52.855181, Lng: 0.626437)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: King's Lynn and West Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

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Great Bircham
Inscription: Honi soit qu[i m]al y pense / Dieu et mon droit / Presented to Her Majesty The Queen By 1st Bircham Girl Guides & 1st Bircham Boy Scouts. / 1960
Man Made: village_sign
Material: wood
Start Date: 1960
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