Great Witchingham

Civil Parish in Norfolk Broadland

England

Great Witchingham

Great Witchingham is a civil parish located in the county of Norfolk, in the eastern part of England. It is situated approximately 12 miles to the northwest of the city of Norwich. The parish covers an area of around 15 square miles and is primarily rural in nature.

The village of Great Witchingham is the main settlement within the parish. It is a small and charming village with a population of around 400 residents. The village is known for its picturesque landscapes and traditional English countryside charm.

Great Witchingham is surrounded by beautiful farmland and open meadows, which adds to its rural appeal. The River Wensum, a tributary of the River Yare, runs through the parish, providing a scenic backdrop for outdoor activities such as fishing and boating.

The village is home to St. Mary's Church, a Grade I listed building dating back to the 14th century. The church is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and intricate architectural details. It serves as a place of worship and a focal point for community gatherings and events.

Great Witchingham is also home to a number of historic buildings, including Witchingham Hall, a grand country house that dates back to the 17th century. The hall is surrounded by extensive parkland and gardens, making it a popular destination for visitors interested in history and horticulture.

Overall, Great Witchingham offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the Norfolk countryside. Its rich history, natural beauty, and close-knit community make it a charming place to live or visit.

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Great Witchingham Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.734051/1.108331 or Grid Reference TG0919. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Unnamed lane near Great Witchingham

Heading towards Whitwell.

J.Hannan-Briggs

Blackwater Lane towards Sparham

J.Hannan-Briggs

Mill Road, Whitwell

At the junction with Mill Road

Geographer

Mill Road & footpath

Near Malthouse Farm

Geographer

St. Faith's Church Lenwade

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Graham Hardy

Clayhall Farm near Great Witchingham

As agriculture becomes more and more mechanised, indeed industrialised, farms like this one are becoming more common.

Zorba the Geek

Great Witchingham Wildlife Park is now "The Animal Ark"

This park has changed its approach and you will be redirected. The focus is now on pets and farm animals. This photo is taken from the car park.

Zorba the Geek

House at Windy Ridge

Although this track appeared to go through to the Sparham - Lyng road, it terminated in a scrapyard at the end of a wood, where strongly-worded Keep Out signs were displayed.

Zorba the Geek

Marriott's Way near Blackwater, looking south-east

This section of the Way (footpath and cycleway) is close to the point where it loops back towards Reepham at Themelthorpe TG0623. It is close to the weak bridge in TG0920.

Zorba the Geek

Nowhere Lane meets A1067 at Sparhamhill

Just down Nowhere Lane on the right is TG0819 : Great Witchingham Wildlife Park is now "The Animal Ark".

Zorba the Geek

Dead-end track at Windy Ridge

Just past TG0818 : House at Windy Ridge, this track leads into a private yard, despite hopeful indications on OS maps of a through-way.

Zorba the Geek

View along the A1067 (Fakenham Road)

Through Lenwade; the view is southeasterly. The third in the row of buildings seen across the road houses the Post Office > Link.

Evelyn Simak

Post Office and Shop

On the corner of the A1067 (Fakenham Road) and Lenwade Street. See > Link for a more distant view.

Evelyn Simak

Disused building

On the corner of Lenwade Street. This long building constructed from corrugated sheets has doors and windows boarded up and a sign affixed to the door says "Keep Out!" Link What purpose it once served I do not know; it adjoins the Lenwade Primary School - a former school room, perhaps?

Evelyn Simak

Keep Out!

Says the sign affixed to the door of this disused building > Link which is located at a bend in Lenwade Street, adjoining the Lenwade Primary School; perhaps it was once used as a schoolroom.

Evelyn Simak

A green chimney

Roof detail of a disused building > Link - Link that stands on a bend in Lenwade Street, adjoining the Lenwade Primary School.

Evelyn Simak

Buddleia - butterfly bush

So called because it is very attractive to butterflies, growing at one corner of a disused building > Link - Link that stands on a bend in Lenwade Street, adjoining the Lenwade Primary School.

Evelyn Simak