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North Elmham

Civil Parish in Norfolk Breckland

England

North Elmham

County School Station in 1990 Preserved railway station in the country
County School Station in 1990 Credit: Kevin Waterhouse

North Elmham is a civil parish located in the county of Norfolk, England. Situated approximately 15 miles northwest of Norwich, it covers an area of around 18 square kilometers and is home to a population of approximately 1,300 residents.

The village of North Elmham has a rich historical background, dating back to Roman times. It was once an important center during the Saxon period and served as the seat of the Bishops of East Anglia. The ruins of a medieval cathedral can still be found in the parish, attracting visitors interested in exploring its history.

The landscape of North Elmham is predominantly rural, characterized by open fields and farmland, interspersed with small wooded areas. The River Wensum, a popular spot for fishing and boating, flows through the eastern part of the parish.

The village itself offers basic amenities for its residents, including a primary school, a village hall, and a local pub. The community is known for its friendly and close-knit atmosphere, with various social events and gatherings taking place throughout the year.

North Elmham is also surrounded by natural beauty, with the nearby Elmham Meadows nature reserve providing a habitat for a diverse range of flora and fauna. The area attracts nature enthusiasts and bird watchers, who can spot a variety of species in this tranquil setting.

Overall, North Elmham offers a peaceful rural lifestyle, steeped in history and natural beauty, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a calm and idyllic setting.

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County School Station in 1990 Preserved railway station in the country
County School Station in 1990
Preserved railway station in the country
County School Station The curious name of this remote Norfolk country junction derives from the nearby Norfolk County School, a public school that only operated from 1874 until 1895. However, it was reopened as the Watts Naval School in 1901, an establishment that prepared boys for a life in the navy with, from all accounts, a regime that would be considered intolerably harsh today. That school closed in 1953 followed only 11 years later by all passenger services at the station. However, the Mid-Norfolk Railway Preservation Trust has done a wonderful job in restoring it to the condition seen here. The long-term intention is to extend the Mid-Norfolk Railway here from its current terminus at Dereham.
County School Station
The curious name of this remote Norfolk country junction derives from the nearby Norfolk County School, a public school that only operated from 1874 until 1895. However, it was reopened as the Watts Naval School in 1901, an establishment that prepared boys for a life in the navy with, from all accounts, a regime that would be considered intolerably harsh today. That school closed in 1953 followed only 11 years later by all passenger services at the station. However, the Mid-Norfolk Railway Preservation Trust has done a wonderful job in restoring it to the condition seen here. The long-term intention is to extend the Mid-Norfolk Railway here from its current terminus at Dereham.
County School Station Detail of this immaculately restored station.
County School Station
Detail of this immaculately restored station.
Road to the former Watts Naval School Beyond County School station this is a private road that, until its closure in 1953, led to Watts Naval School, an establishment that prepared boys for a life in the navy. Nowadays, parts of the site are used for housing.
Road to the former Watts Naval School
Beyond County School station this is a private road that, until its closure in 1953, led to Watts Naval School, an establishment that prepared boys for a life in the navy. Nowadays, parts of the site are used for housing.
End of the line: County School The track ends abruptly just beyond the platforms at County School station.
End of the line: County School
The track ends abruptly just beyond the platforms at County School station.
County School Station Showing the station house and level crossing; there is clearly much work yet to be done before passenger trains on the Mid Norfolk Railway can run this far.
County School Station
Showing the station house and level crossing; there is clearly much work yet to be done before passenger trains on the Mid Norfolk Railway can run this far.
County School Station Fallen leaves lie on the platform of this beautifully restored station on the former Wymondham - Wells line. The bay platform on the right was once used for the branch line service to Wroxham.
County School Station
Fallen leaves lie on the platform of this beautifully restored station on the former Wymondham - Wells line. The bay platform on the right was once used for the branch line service to Wroxham.
Lane at County School Station Looking along the lane leading away from County School station with the former station house on the right.
Lane at County School Station
Looking along the lane leading away from County School station with the former station house on the right.
North Elmham Chapel Showing the eastern end of the remains of this ancient ecclesiastical building.
North Elmham Chapel
Showing the eastern end of the remains of this ancient ecclesiastical building.
North Elmham Church Dedicated to St Mary this is a substantial church for a village; in fact, North Elmham has a long ecclesiastical history having had a Saxon Cathedral (on a site a short distance away) until 1071, when the diocesan headquarters were moved to Thetford (it later moved to Norwich).
North Elmham Church
Dedicated to St Mary this is a substantial church for a village; in fact, North Elmham has a long ecclesiastical history having had a Saxon Cathedral (on a site a short distance away) until 1071, when the diocesan headquarters were moved to Thetford (it later moved to Norwich).
North Elmham village sign As is usual in East Anglia, North Elmham sports a village sign depicting various aspects of its history.
North Elmham village sign
As is usual in East Anglia, North Elmham sports a village sign depicting various aspects of its history.
County School Station For an excellent history go to: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1894208" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1894208">Link</a>
County School Station
For an excellent history go to: Link
View towards the crossing gates at County School Station For a view of the station building see > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2762456" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2762456">Link</a>. For an excellent history go to: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1894208" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1894208">Link</a>
View towards the crossing gates at County School Station
For a view of the station building see > Link. For an excellent history go to: Link
County School Station - old advertising board For a view of the station building see > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2762456" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2762456">Link</a>. For an excellent history go to: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1894208" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1894208">Link</a>
County School Station - old advertising board
For a view of the station building see > Link. For an excellent history go to: Link
County School Station - old advertising board For a view of the station building see > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2762456" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2762456">Link</a>. For an excellent history go to: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1894208" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1894208">Link</a>
County School Station - old advertising board
For a view of the station building see > Link. For an excellent history go to: Link
County School Station - George VI postbox For a view of the station building see > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2762456" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2762456">Link</a>. For an excellent history go to: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1894208" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1894208">Link</a>
County School Station - George VI postbox
For a view of the station building see > Link. For an excellent history go to: Link
County School Station - entrance to the waiting room For a view of the station building see > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2762456" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2762456">Link</a>. For an excellent history go to: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1894208" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1894208">Link</a>
County School Station - entrance to the waiting room
For a view of the station building see > Link. For an excellent history go to: Link
County School Station - the general waiting room For a view of the station building see > <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2762456" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2762456">Link</a>. For an excellent history go to: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1894208" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1894208">Link</a>
County School Station - the general waiting room
For a view of the station building see > Link. For an excellent history go to: Link
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North Elmham is located at Grid Ref: TF9722 (Lat: 52.760263, Lng: 0.930543)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: Breckland

Police Authority: Norfolk

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