Hilborough

Civil Parish in Norfolk Breckland

England

Hilborough

Foulden: Track
Foulden: Track Credit: Michael Garlick

Hilborough is a civil parish located in the county of Norfolk, in the eastern part of England. It is situated about 14 miles southwest of the town of Swaffham and covers an area of approximately 5 square miles. The parish is predominantly rural, characterized by its picturesque countryside and agricultural landscapes.

The village of Hilborough is the main settlement within the parish, and it has a small population of around 400 residents. The village is known for its charming, quintessentially English cottages and traditional architecture. The heart of the village is centered around St. Mary's Church, a historic building that dates back to the 14th century.

In terms of amenities, Hilborough has a community center, a primary school, and a local pub, providing basic services and a sense of community for its residents. The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities, such as walking, cycling, and exploring the nearby Thetford Forest Park.

Hilborough is also home to Hilborough Estate, a privately-owned estate that includes a grand country house and extensive grounds. The estate has a rich history and is occasionally open to the public for events and tours.

Overall, Hilborough is a peaceful and idyllic rural parish, offering a tranquil and close-knit community for its residents while also providing a scenic destination for visitors seeking a taste of traditional English countryside life.

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Hilborough Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.573434/0.669882 or Grid Reference TF8100. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Foulden: Track
Foulden: Track
A1065, northbound The A1065 is an important route through the centre of Norfolk. It starts on the infamous Five Ways roundabout at Barton Mills, leaving the A11, and heads up through countryside for nearly 40 miles, crossing the A47 at Swaffham en route, until it ends on the A148 just outside Fakenham.
A1065, northbound
The A1065 is an important route through the centre of Norfolk. It starts on the infamous Five Ways roundabout at Barton Mills, leaving the A11, and heads up through countryside for nearly 40 miles, crossing the A47 at Swaffham en route, until it ends on the A148 just outside Fakenham.
A1065 entering Hilborough The A1065 is an important route through the centre of Norfolk. It starts on the infamous Five Ways roundabout at Barton Mills, leaving the A11, and heads up through countryside for nearly 40 miles, crossing the A47 at Swaffham en route, until it ends on the A148 just outside Fakenham.
A1065 entering Hilborough
The A1065 is an important route through the centre of Norfolk. It starts on the infamous Five Ways roundabout at Barton Mills, leaving the A11, and heads up through countryside for nearly 40 miles, crossing the A47 at Swaffham en route, until it ends on the A148 just outside Fakenham.
Conifers beside minor road
Conifers beside minor road
Flowering cherry and copper beech in Hilborough churchyard
Flowering cherry and copper beech in Hilborough churchyard
Misshapen trees
Misshapen trees
An assortment of trees
An assortment of trees
Minor road to Hilborough
Minor road to Hilborough
Track past Foulden Plantation
Track past Foulden Plantation
Field access near Foulden Plantation
Field access near Foulden Plantation
Foulden Plantation
Foulden Plantation
Hilborough, All Saints
Hilborough, All Saints
Hilborough: Entrance to Hilborough House and Cottages
Hilborough: Entrance to Hilborough House and Cottages
Hilborough: Paddocks
Hilborough: Paddocks
Hilborough: Westgate Street
Hilborough: Westgate Street
Acid grassland at Hilborough
Acid grassland at Hilborough
Twisted pines Twisted pine shelter belts forming field boundaries are a prominent feature throughout Breckland.
Twisted pines
Twisted pine shelter belts forming field boundaries are a prominent feature throughout Breckland.
Wimbotsham Plantation Looking over arable land to the plantation running to the crest of the hill.
Wimbotsham Plantation
Looking over arable land to the plantation running to the crest of the hill.
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Hilborough is located at Grid Ref: TF8100 (Lat: 52.573434, Lng: 0.669882)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: Breckland

Police Authority: Norfolk

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