Docking

Civil Parish in Norfolk King's Lynn and West Norfolk

England

Docking

The churchyard at Docking The lychgate <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1152487?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1152487?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> dates from about 1875 and was probably designed by Frederick Preedy <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frederick_Preedy" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frederick_Preedy">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>
The churchyard at Docking Credit: Jonathan Thacker

Docking is a civil parish located in the county of Norfolk, England. It is situated approximately 14 miles north of the town of King's Lynn and 30 miles northwest of the city of Norwich. The parish covers an area of around 11 square miles and has a population of around 1,200 people.

Docking is a rural village with a rich history dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period. It is mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it is referred to as "Dochinge." The village grew as an agricultural center, with farming being the primary occupation for many of its residents.

Today, Docking is a charming village that offers a range of amenities and services to its residents and visitors. It has a primary school, a village hall, and a church, St. Mary the Virgin, which dates back to the 14th century. The village also has a pub, a convenience store, and a post office, providing essential services to the local community.

The surrounding countryside of Docking offers picturesque landscapes and is popular among nature enthusiasts. The village is surrounded by fields and farmland, making it an ideal location for walking, cycling, and birdwatching. The nearby coastline, including the popular tourist destination of Brancaster Beach, is within easy reach.

Overall, Docking is a peaceful and attractive village with a strong sense of community. Its historical significance, beautiful surroundings, and range of amenities make it an appealing place to live or visit for those seeking a tranquil rural setting in Norfolk.

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Docking Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.908358/0.630205 or Grid Reference TF7637. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The churchyard at Docking The lychgate <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1152487?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1152487?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> dates from about 1875 and was probably designed by Frederick Preedy <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frederick_Preedy" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frederick_Preedy">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>
The churchyard at Docking
The lychgate LinkExternal link dates from about 1875 and was probably designed by Frederick Preedy LinkExternal link
Former smithy, Docking
Former smithy, Docking
Farm track, Docking
Farm track, Docking
Wheat field near Docking in early morning light
Wheat field near Docking in early morning light
Looking southwards in Church Place towards Chequers Street
Looking southwards in Church Place towards Chequers Street
St Mary, Docking: tower
St Mary, Docking: tower
St Mary, Docking: path
St Mary, Docking: path
St Mary, Docking: the churchyard at twilight
St Mary, Docking: the churchyard at twilight
Looking eastwards along Chequers Street
Looking eastwards along Chequers Street
Looking northwards along Church Place towards Well Street
Looking northwards along Church Place towards Well Street
St Mary's seen from Chequers Street
St Mary's seen from Chequers Street
St Mary, Docking: churchyard
St Mary, Docking: churchyard
Docking C of E Primary School: early October 2023
Docking C of E Primary School: early October 2023
The Old School House, Docking
The Old School House, Docking
Docking War Memorial: 1914-1918 names
Docking War Memorial: 1914-1918 names
Docking War Memorial: 1939-1945 names
Docking War Memorial: 1939-1945 names
St Mary, Docking: looking out of the south door
St Mary, Docking: looking out of the south door
St Mary, Docking: stained glass window (1) Intricate and colourful windows in churches and cathedrals greatly add to the ambience, although many early examples in England were smashed by the Puritans and replaced with plain glass. There was a huge revival in the 19th Century with many elaborate new stained glass windows created. The 20th century saw the development of new techniques, including Gemmail, which overlaps pieces of stained glass without using lead. New windows are still being commissioned today, while the oldest known ones are still in place within the Ancestors of Christ window on the south side of Canterbury Cathedral.
St Mary, Docking: stained glass window (1)
Intricate and colourful windows in churches and cathedrals greatly add to the ambience, although many early examples in England were smashed by the Puritans and replaced with plain glass. There was a huge revival in the 19th Century with many elaborate new stained glass windows created. The 20th century saw the development of new techniques, including Gemmail, which overlaps pieces of stained glass without using lead. New windows are still being commissioned today, while the oldest known ones are still in place within the Ancestors of Christ window on the south side of Canterbury Cathedral.
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Docking is located at Grid Ref: TF7637 (Lat: 52.908358, Lng: 0.630205)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: King's Lynn and West Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

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Located within 500m of 52.908358,0.630205
Docking
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Give Way
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Post Box
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Give Way
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Power: pole
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