Crimplesham

Civil Parish in Norfolk King's Lynn and West Norfolk

England

Crimplesham

Carrstone cottages in Crimplesham Typical building material in the area.
Carrstone cottages in Crimplesham Credit: Hugh Venables

Crimplesham is a small civil parish located in the county of Norfolk, England. Situated approximately 8 miles southeast of King's Lynn, it covers an area of around 4.5 square miles. The parish is primarily rural, characterized by open fields, farmlands, and scattered residential properties.

The village of Crimplesham itself is a tight-knit community with a population of around 200 people. It is known for its charming and tranquil atmosphere, offering residents and visitors a peaceful countryside setting. The village is nestled between the A1122 road to the north and the A134 road to the south, providing convenient access to nearby towns and amenities.

Crimplesham is home to the 12th-century St. Mary's Church, a notable local landmark. The church features stunning Norman architecture and is a popular site for historians and architecture enthusiasts. Additionally, the parish has a village hall, which serves as a community hub and hosts various events and gatherings throughout the year.

The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and birdwatching. Crimplesham is also a short distance away from the picturesque Norfolk coastline, providing easy access to beautiful beaches and coastal attractions.

Overall, Crimplesham is a charming rural parish with a close-knit community, offering a peaceful and picturesque setting for residents and visitors alike.

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Crimplesham Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.608087/0.434839 or Grid Reference TF6403. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Carrstone cottages in Crimplesham Typical building material in the area.
Carrstone cottages in Crimplesham
Typical building material in the area.
Wood by Willow Heath Road
Wood by Willow Heath Road
Willow Heath Road
Willow Heath Road
Wheat field by Willow Heath Road
Wheat field by Willow Heath Road
Crimplesham: Where Main Road joins the A134
Crimplesham: Where Main Road joins the A134
Stow Bardolph: Fincham Road
Stow Bardolph: Fincham Road
Stow Bardolph, Fincham Road: Track
Stow Bardolph, Fincham Road: Track
Crimplesham: Stow Barn Road
Crimplesham: Stow Barn Road
Crimplesham: Stow Barn Road
Crimplesham: Stow Barn Road
Crimplesham: Downham Road
Crimplesham: Downham Road
Crimplesham: Crop with Crimplesham Wood beyond
Crimplesham: Crop with Crimplesham Wood beyond
Stradsett: A1122 with Foxburrow Plantation and Rose's Wood On the left and right of the photo respectively.
Stradsett: A1122 with Foxburrow Plantation and Rose's Wood
On the left and right of the photo respectively.
Stradsett: The Foldgate Inn
Stradsett: The Foldgate Inn
Tree and maize by Mill Lane
Tree and maize by Mill Lane
Path across a field Past a small pond in the field.
Path across a field
Past a small pond in the field.
Outdoor pigs by A134
Outdoor pigs by A134
Footpath across a field
Footpath across a field
Field west of West Dereham
Field west of West Dereham
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Crimplesham is located at Grid Ref: TF6403 (Lat: 52.608087, Lng: 0.434839)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: King's Lynn and West Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

What 3 Words

///rods.sundial.unlisted. Near Downham Market, Norfolk

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.608087,0.434839
Crimplesham
Is In: Norfolk, England
Place: village
Lat/Long: 52.6074843/0.4393948
Bus Stop
Market Way, opp
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 2900C341
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Market Way
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: Market Way
Naptan Locality: Crimplesham
Naptan NaptanCode: nfoajwpm
Naptan Street: Main Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.607292/0.4339393
Bus Stop
Main Road, adj
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 2900C343
Naptan Bearing: SW
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Main Road
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Landmark: Main Road
Naptan Locality: Crimplesham
Naptan NaptanCode: nfoajwpt
Naptan Street: Downham Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.609406/0.4308364
Bus Stop
Market Way, adj
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 2900C344
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: Market Way
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Landmark: village sign
Naptan Locality: Crimplesham
Naptan NaptanCode: nfoajwpw
Naptan Street: Main Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.6071492/0.4338871
Bus Stop
Main Road, opp
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 2900C345
Naptan Bearing: NE
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Main Road
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: Main Road
Naptan Locality: Crimplesham
Naptan NaptanCode: nfoajwta
Naptan Street: Downham Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.609483/0.4305896
Post Box
Post Box Mounting: concrete_post
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: PE33 400
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 52.6064847/0.4404099
Telephone
Booth: KX100
Covered: booth
Lat/Long: 52.6064878/0.4401822
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.6102961/0.4342442
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.6095318/0.4356039
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.6089573/0.436626
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.6084143/0.4415035
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.6085615/0.4401809
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.608794/0.4380923
Crimplesham
Inscription: 25th EDP Norfolk Best Kept Village Competition / 1990 / Winner, villages under 500 population / E.D.P. Norfolk Best Kept Village Competition / 1993 / Winner, villages under 500 population
Man Made: village_sign
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 52.6073124/0.4339472
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.6071337/0.4340565
Addr Postcode: PE33 9DX
Building: yes
Lat/Long: 52.6068047/0.4365429
Bench
Backrest: yes
Inscription: Lest we forget.... / In memory of all those who died 1914 - 1918
Lat/Long: 52.6072729/0.4340123
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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