Hepworth

Civil Parish in Suffolk St Edmundsbury

England

Hepworth

Hepworth village sign Suffolk has 400 villages and towns with village or town signs, give or take one or two. 
The tradition of village signs is believed to have started in Norfolk early in the 20th century when Edward VII suggested that village signs would aid motorists and give a feature of interest on the Sandringham Estate.
Many of the signs  were made by Harry Carter, an art and woodwork master at Hamond’s Grammar School, in Swaffham.
Many have now been replaced with fibreglass or modern plastics. The story behind the sign is given as accurately as possible.
Hepworth village sign Credit: Bob Mitchell

Hepworth is a small civil parish located in the county of Suffolk, England. Situated approximately 25 miles south-west of Norwich and 85 miles north-east of London, Hepworth is nestled in the heart of the picturesque Waveney Valley. The parish covers an area of around 5 square miles and is home to a population of approximately 500 residents.

The village of Hepworth is characterized by its charming rural setting, with rolling hills, farmland, and meandering riverbanks. It is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it popular among walkers, nature enthusiasts, and those seeking a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of urban life.

Hepworth boasts a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age. The village is home to several historic buildings, including the 14th-century St. Peter's Church, which stands as a testament to the area's heritage.

While primarily an agricultural community, Hepworth has a close-knit and vibrant community. The village has a range of amenities, including a primary school, a village hall, a post office, and a pub, providing essential services and social gathering spaces for its residents.

The surrounding area offers a wealth of recreational activities, with opportunities for boating, fishing, and birdwatching along the nearby River Waveney. Additionally, the village is within easy reach of cultural attractions such as the Bressingham Steam and Gardens and the historic market town of Diss.

Overall, Hepworth, Suffolk, offers a tranquil and idyllic setting, perfect for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle within close proximity to the amenities and attractions of both Norwich and London.

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Hepworth Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.337397/0.913528 or Grid Reference TL9875. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hepworth village sign Suffolk has 400 villages and towns with village or town signs, give or take one or two. 
The tradition of village signs is believed to have started in Norfolk early in the 20th century when Edward VII suggested that village signs would aid motorists and give a feature of interest on the Sandringham Estate.
Many of the signs  were made by Harry Carter, an art and woodwork master at Hamond’s Grammar School, in Swaffham.
Many have now been replaced with fibreglass or modern plastics. The story behind the sign is given as accurately as possible.
Hepworth village sign
Suffolk has 400 villages and towns with village or town signs, give or take one or two. The tradition of village signs is believed to have started in Norfolk early in the 20th century when Edward VII suggested that village signs would aid motorists and give a feature of interest on the Sandringham Estate. Many of the signs were made by Harry Carter, an art and woodwork master at Hamond’s Grammar School, in Swaffham. Many have now been replaced with fibreglass or modern plastics. The story behind the sign is given as accurately as possible.
Hepworth: Field Lane and power lines crossing it Called a 'lane' but really a farm track.
Hepworth: Field Lane and power lines crossing it
Called a 'lane' but really a farm track.
Hepworth, Weston Hindle Farm: Bringing in the grain for storage
Hepworth, Weston Hindle Farm: Bringing in the grain for storage
Hepworth, Weston Hindle Farm: Cereal crop
Hepworth, Weston Hindle Farm: Cereal crop
Stanton: Houses in Bobby's Way
Stanton: Houses in Bobby's Way
Barningham: The junction of Market Weston Road with the B1111
Barningham: The junction of Market Weston Road with the B1111
Hepworth, St. Peter's Church: South porch, western aspect
Hepworth, St. Peter's Church: South porch, western aspect
Hepworth, St. Peter's Church: Northern aspect
Hepworth, St. Peter's Church: Northern aspect
Hepworth, St. Peter's Church: Part south western aspect
Hepworth, St. Peter's Church: Part south western aspect
Hepworth, St. Peter's Church: South western corner of the churchyard
Hepworth, St. Peter's Church: South western corner of the churchyard
Hepworth, St. Peter's Church: Tiny south chancel window
Hepworth, St. Peter's Church: Tiny south chancel window
Hepworth, St. Peter's Church: War memorial in the churchyard
Hepworth, St. Peter's Church: War memorial in the churchyard
Hepworth: Church Farm from the church car park
Hepworth: Church Farm from the church car park
Summer Road, Hepworth
Summer Road, Hepworth
The entrance to Suffolk Mushrooms in Hepworth This is on the Scaseshole Farm Industrial Estate which has a number of other businesses around the mushroom depot.
The entrance to Suffolk Mushrooms in Hepworth
This is on the Scaseshole Farm Industrial Estate which has a number of other businesses around the mushroom depot.
Diss Road, Stanton
Diss Road, Stanton
Field by Diss Road, Stanton
Field by Diss Road, Stanton
Stanton Post Mill A working windmill supplying the local community with fine stoneground flours. (Makes lovely bread!)
Stanton Post Mill
A working windmill supplying the local community with fine stoneground flours. (Makes lovely bread!)
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Hepworth is located at Grid Ref: TL9875 (Lat: 52.337397, Lng: 0.913528)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: St Edmundsbury

Police Authority: Suffolk

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.337397,0.913528
Hepworth
Place: village
Source: npe
Wikidata: Q2195750
Lat/Long: 52.3375799/0.9133495
Bus Stop
Hepworth The Street / Church Lane (opp)
Bench: yes
Bus: yes
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Naptan Verified: yes
Passenger Information Display: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import;survey
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 52.3348679/0.9130622
Bus Stop
Church Lane
Naptan AtcoCode: 390050071
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
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Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Landmark: Church Lane
Naptan NaptanCode: sufgdgpm
Naptan Street: The Street
Source: naptan_import;survey
Lat/Long: 52.3348916/0.9131661
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:45; Sa 10:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Design: type_m
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: IP22 7030
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 52.3356496/0.9126116
Fixme: Does a Public Footpath leave the track heading NE here?
Note: Definitive Statement and hisotric OS 1:25k suggest Hepworth FP 10 ends here
Lat/Long: 52.3395486/0.9147355
Hepworth
Man Made: village_sign
Lat/Long: 52.3380266/0.9104546
Grit Bin
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Board Type: history
Information: board
Tourism: information
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Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 52.3380808/0.9106214
Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 52.3380786/0.9106556
Grange Farm
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 52.336896/0.9195093
Defibrillator
Addr Housename: Stimsons Yard
Addr Postcode: IP22 2PS
Addr Street: The Street
Addr Village: Hepworth
Defibrillator Location: Next to gate to Stimsons Yard
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Ref GB The Circuit: 5E440B0A-8AD3-4DE9-A9E4-AD71007EA929
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Tourism: information
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Waste Basket
Waste: dog_excrement
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Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 52.3360655/0.9155271
Waste Basket
Waste: dog_excrement
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Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 52.337686/0.9143396
Man Made: beacon
Lat/Long: 52.3372017/0.9144616
Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 52.3376556/0.9146453
Covered: no
Leisure: picnic_table
Lat/Long: 52.337441/0.9144643
Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 52.3370101/0.9146323
Bench
Backrest: yes
Lat/Long: 52.3370362/0.9146232
Waste Basket
Waste: trash
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Grit Bin
Lat/Long: 52.3350555/0.9146836
Grit Bin
Lat/Long: 52.3359274/0.9137267
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