Sandringham

Civil Parish in Norfolk King's Lynn and West Norfolk

England

Sandringham

Wolferton railway station (site), Norfolk Opened in 1862 as "Wolverton" by the Lynn & Hunstanton Railway, later part of the Great Eastern Railway, the name was changed to "Wolferton" the following year. The station closed in 1969. It was the nearest one to Sandringham and had royal retiring rooms.
View north east towards Dersingham and Hunstanton.
Wolferton railway station (site), Norfolk Credit: Nigel Thompson

Sandringham is a civil parish located in the county of Norfolk, England. It is situated approximately 10 miles north-east of the town of King's Lynn and covers an area of around 23 square kilometers. The civil parish is home to the Sandringham Estate, which is owned by the British royal family and serves as their private residence.

The landscape of Sandringham is predominantly rural, characterized by rolling countryside, woodlands, and farmland. The area is known for its picturesque beauty, with many walking trails and nature reserves that attract visitors throughout the year. The coastline of the North Sea is also within close proximity, offering stunning views and recreational activities.

The centerpiece of Sandringham is the Sandringham House, a grand country house built in the 19th century. The house is surrounded by extensive gardens, including the renowned Sandringham Gardens, which showcase a diverse range of flora and fauna. The estate also features a museum that displays the royal family's extensive collection of art and artifacts.

Sandringham is not just a royal retreat but also a bustling community. It has a population of around 400 people, who reside in a mix of historic cottages and modern houses. The parish has a primary school, a church, and a village hall, which serve as focal points for local activities and events.

Overall, Sandringham offers a unique blend of royal heritage, natural beauty, and community spirit. It is an idyllic destination for those seeking tranquility, history, and a connection with the British monarchy.

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Wolferton railway station (site), Norfolk Opened in 1862 as "Wolverton" by the Lynn & Hunstanton Railway, later part of the Great Eastern Railway, the name was changed to "Wolferton" the following year. The station closed in 1969. It was the nearest one to Sandringham and had royal retiring rooms.
View north east towards Dersingham and Hunstanton.
Wolferton railway station (site), Norfolk
Opened in 1862 as "Wolverton" by the Lynn & Hunstanton Railway, later part of the Great Eastern Railway, the name was changed to "Wolferton" the following year. The station closed in 1969. It was the nearest one to Sandringham and had royal retiring rooms. View north east towards Dersingham and Hunstanton.
Old Milestone by A149, roadside The Milestone is located on the verge on the East of the road.  Parish of Sandringham (Kings Lynn and West Norfolk District). Metal plate attached to stone post, Lynn metal number design, erected by the Lynn - East Gate (Dersingham & Hillington) turnpike trust in the 19th Century, metal number rusty. An earlier photograph can be found here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6044415" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6044415">Link</a> 

Inscription reads:-  
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Milestone Society National ID: NO_KLW06
Old Milestone by A149, roadside
The Milestone is located on the verge on the East of the road.  Parish of Sandringham (Kings Lynn and West Norfolk District). Metal plate attached to stone post, Lynn metal number design, erected by the Lynn - East Gate (Dersingham & Hillington) turnpike trust in the 19th Century, metal number rusty. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link  Inscription reads:- 6 Milestone Society National ID: NO_KLW06
A distant glimpse of the coast from the viewing platform on Princess's Drive in the Sandringham Estate
A distant glimpse of the coast from the viewing platform on Princess's Drive in the Sandringham Estate
St Felix Chapel, Babingley Part of the British Orthodox Church. Dates from 1880 <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.norfolkchurches.co.uk/babingley/babingley.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.norfolkchurches.co.uk/babingley/babingley.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
St Felix Chapel, Babingley
Part of the British Orthodox Church. Dates from 1880 LinkExternal link
Road through Edinburgh Plantation
Road through Edinburgh Plantation
Footpath to Dersingham Bog Nature Reserve
Footpath to Dersingham Bog Nature Reserve
Pine trees on the edge of the churchyard, Wolferton
Pine trees on the edge of the churchyard, Wolferton
St Felix Chapel, Babingley Part of the British Orthodox Church. Dates from 1880. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.norfolkchurches.co.uk/babingley/babingley.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.norfolkchurches.co.uk/babingley/babingley.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
St Felix Chapel, Babingley
Part of the British Orthodox Church. Dates from 1880. LinkExternal link
Field and shelter belt, Babingley
Field and shelter belt, Babingley
St Peter, Wolferton: churchyard (1)
St Peter, Wolferton: churchyard (1)
St Peter, Wolferton: churchyard (2)
St Peter, Wolferton: churchyard (2)
St Peter, Wolferton: churchyard (3)
St Peter, Wolferton: churchyard (3)
St Peter, Wolferton: churchyard (4)
St Peter, Wolferton: churchyard (4)
St Peter, Wolferton: churchyard (5)
St Peter, Wolferton: churchyard (5)
St Peter, Wolferton: churchyard (6) For Gunner Barrett's service record see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.cwgc.org/find-records/find-war-dead/casualty-details/2764594/albert-john-barrett/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.cwgc.org/find-records/find-war-dead/casualty-details/2764594/albert-john-barrett/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
St Peter, Wolferton: churchyard (6)
For Gunner Barrett's service record see LinkExternal link
Manor Farm House in Wolferton, Norfolk
Manor Farm House in Wolferton, Norfolk
Lawn on the former trackbed at the royal station in Wolferton
Lawn on the former trackbed at the royal station in Wolferton
Moat at Hall Farm, Babingley South west of Sandringham in Norfolk
Moat at Hall Farm, Babingley
South west of Sandringham in Norfolk
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Sandringham is located at Grid Ref: TF6627 (Lat: 52.822363, Lng: 0.468418)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: King's Lynn and West Norfolk

Police Authority: Norfolk

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Lat/Long: 52.8240712/0.4743643
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