Brockdish

Settlement in Norfolk South Norfolk

England

Brockdish

Rural road junction Wingfield Road curves round to the right towards Harleston, but cedes majority to  Hoxne Road coming from the left from the Hoxne, Eye and Diss direction.
Rural road junction Credit: Robin Webster

Brockdish is a small village located in the South Norfolk district of Norfolk, England. Situated approximately 3 miles south-east of the market town of Diss, it lies near the border with Suffolk. With a population of around 400 residents, Brockdish is known for its peaceful and picturesque rural setting.

The village is characterized by its charming thatched cottages, historic buildings, and beautiful countryside views. The village center is centered around the village green, which serves as a focal point for community events and gatherings. St. Peter and St. Paul Church, a grade I listed building dating back to the 14th century, stands proudly in the heart of the village.

Brockdish offers a close-knit community atmosphere, with a range of amenities and facilities available to its residents. These include a village hall, a primary school, a post office, and a pub. The village is also home to several small businesses, contributing to the local economy.

Surrounded by rolling farmland and wooded areas, Brockdish offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and birdwatching. The nearby River Waveney provides opportunities for fishing and boating enthusiasts. The village is also well-positioned for exploring the wider Norfolk countryside and attractions, including the famous Norfolk Broads and the historic market towns of Diss and Harleston.

Overall, Brockdish is a tranquil and picturesque village, offering its residents a peaceful and idyllic rural lifestyle.

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Brockdish Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.36951/1.248293 or Grid Reference TM2179. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rural road junction Wingfield Road curves round to the right towards Harleston, but cedes majority to  Hoxne Road coming from the left from the Hoxne, Eye and Diss direction.
Rural road junction
Wingfield Road curves round to the right towards Harleston, but cedes majority to Hoxne Road coming from the left from the Hoxne, Eye and Diss direction.
Converted Mill, Syleham  Old textile mill, converted into dwellings.
Converted Mill, Syleham
Old textile mill, converted into dwellings.
A143 east at turning for The Street to Brockdish
A143 east at turning for The Street to Brockdish
Wingfield Road heading north Towards Needham.
Wingfield Road heading north
Towards Needham.
St.Peter And St.Paul Brockdish The church of St.Peter and St.Paul Brockdish Norfolk on a frosty morning.
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St.Peter And St.Paul Brockdish
The church of St.Peter and St.Paul Brockdish Norfolk on a frosty morning. LinkExternal link
A view of Grange Farm
A view of Grange Farm
'The Old Kings Head' inn The road was the original A.143 that ran through Brockdish village.
'The Old Kings Head' inn
The road was the original A.143 that ran through Brockdish village.
Cottages at Syleham This view is at the end of Wingfield road. The notice board, just to the left of the cottages, stands at the start of a track that leads to Syleham parish church.
Cottages at Syleham
This view is at the end of Wingfield road. The notice board, just to the left of the cottages, stands at the start of a track that leads to Syleham parish church.
Field with crows (rooks) near Syleham Hall
Field with crows (rooks) near Syleham Hall
Field near Earsham Street
Field near Earsham Street
Hardstanding by the road near Oak Farm
Hardstanding by the road near Oak Farm
Field Looking towards Syleham Hall
Field
Looking towards Syleham Hall
Footpath heading towards the River Waveney
Footpath heading towards the River Waveney
Barn and garage at Oak farm
Barn and garage at Oak farm
Hawthorn Barn, Upper Weybread
Hawthorn Barn, Upper Weybread
Hoxne Road, Syleham
Hoxne Road, Syleham
The Street, Brockdish Much quieter and safer since the village was by-passed.
The Street, Brockdish
Much quieter and safer since the village was by-passed.
The Ford, Brockdish There is an alternative route when the ford is high.
The Ford, Brockdish
There is an alternative route when the ford is high.
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Brockdish is located at Grid Ref: TM2179 (Lat: 52.36951, Lng: 1.248293)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: South Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.36951,1.248293
Bus Stop
Crabtree Rise, adj
Bench: no
Bin: no
Covered: no
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Naptan Verified: yes
Passenger Information Display: no
Physically Present: no
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Bus Stop
Crabtree Rise, opp
Bench: yes
Bin: no
Covered: no
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Passenger Information Display: no
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Shelter: yes
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Bus Stop
village hall, adj
Bench: yes
Bin: no
Covered: no
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Naptan Bearing: SW
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Naptan Verified: yes
Passenger Information Display: no
Physically Present: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import;survey
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 52.3696412/1.2488215
Bus Stop
village hall, opp
Bench: no
Bin: no
Covered: no
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Naptan Bearing: NE
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Passenger Information Display: no
Physically Present: no
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Shelter: no
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Foot: yes
Material: wood
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Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
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Ford: yes
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Traffic Calming: hump
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Brockdish
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Barrier: stile
Foot: yes
Material: wood
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Barrier: stile
Foot: yes
Material: wood
Stile: stepover
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Grit Bin
Lat/Long: 52.3691623/1.2438087
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 52.3692073/1.2437131
Give Way
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Give Way
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Give Way
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Give Way
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Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.36974/1.2494172
Brockdish
Colour: grey
Inscription: This sign was unveiled on 12 May 1996 by residents Patsy Keeing and Edith Mutimer to mark the opening of this village bypass
Man Made: village_sign
Material: metal
Start Date: 1996-05-12
Lat/Long: 52.369792/1.2485851
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:45; Sa 11:30
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Mounting: pier
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: IP21 7018
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
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Bench
Backrest: yes
Colour: brown
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Waste Basket
Source: survey
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Waste Basket
Source: survey
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Defibrillator
Defibrillator Location: On exterior wall of Brockdish Village Hall
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Ref GB The Circuit: 0601C47C-111F-44CC-8545-AD6E00E031C2
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Barrier: bollard
Foot: yes
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Waste Basket
Waste: dog_excrement
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Description: The Angles Way
Hiking: yes
Information: route_marker
Tourism: information
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Hiking: yes
Information: map
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Board Type: nature
Information: board
Tourism: information
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Telephone
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Listed Status: Grade II
Wikidata: Q26544544
Lat/Long: 52.3696004/1.248751
Waste Basket
Waste: trash
Lat/Long: 52.3697478/1.2485696
Covered: no
Leisure: picnic_table
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Recycling
Recycling Clothes: yes
Recycling Type: container
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Foot: yes
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Waste Basket
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Bench
Backrest: no
Material: wood
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Bench
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Material: wood
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Covered: no
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Hiking: yes
Information: route_marker
Tourism: information
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Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
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Waste Basket
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Lat/Long: 52.3696037/1.2487668
Barrier: cycle_barrier
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 52.3693652/1.2433128
Waste Basket
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Lat/Long: 52.3660302/1.2492194
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Board Type: nature
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 52.3693007/1.2497907
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