Bawdeswell

Civil Parish in Norfolk Breckland

England

Bawdeswell

Elsing Lane Farm Modern Farm Buildings at Elsing Lane Farm
Elsing Lane Farm Credit: P Gaskell

Bawdeswell is a small civil parish located in the county of Norfolk, England. Situated approximately 13 kilometers northwest of the city of Norwich, it is nestled in the heart of the picturesque Norfolk countryside. The village is surrounded by agricultural fields and is known for its peaceful and rural setting.

With a population of around 1,000 residents, Bawdeswell has a close-knit community that prides itself on its friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The village offers a range of amenities to its residents, including a primary school, a village hall, a recreation ground, and a local pub.

The history of Bawdeswell dates back to the Domesday Book, where it is mentioned as "Baldeswelle." The village has retained much of its historic charm, with several traditional Norfolk cottages and buildings still standing. The 14th-century St. Mary's Church is a notable architectural landmark and serves as a focal point for the community.

Nature lovers will appreciate the surrounding countryside, with plenty of opportunities for walking, cycling, and exploring the nearby woodlands. The village is also conveniently located for accessing the Norfolk coast, which is approximately 30 kilometers to the north.

Overall, Bawdeswell offers a tranquil and idyllic lifestyle, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

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Bawdeswell Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.745281/1.030321 or Grid Reference TG0420. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Elsing Lane Farm Modern Farm Buildings at Elsing Lane Farm
Elsing Lane Farm
Modern Farm Buildings at Elsing Lane Farm
Bawdeswell Heath Car park at Bawdeswell Heath
Bawdeswell Heath
Car park at Bawdeswell Heath
Path junction on Bawdeswell Heath
Path junction on Bawdeswell Heath
Follow the path if you can find it
Follow the path if you can find it
Path diverging Bawdeswell Heath
Path diverging Bawdeswell Heath
Dried up watercourse
Dried up watercourse
Bone dry watercourse
Bone dry watercourse
View from carpark at Bawdeswell Heath Information board and bridge over at present non existent stream
View from carpark at Bawdeswell Heath
Information board and bridge over at present non existent stream
Dereham road seen from car park entrance Bawdeswell Heath
Dereham road seen from car park entrance
Bawdeswell Heath
Bend in Dereham Road
Bend in Dereham Road
Part of Bylaugh Wood viewed from Dereham Road
Part of Bylaugh Wood viewed from Dereham Road
Park Farm
Park Farm
Bawdeswell village sign repainted The sign is fairly self explanatory with Balder's Well shown being approached on horseback by Geoffrey Chaucer's reeve, from his Canterbury Tales.
The background is an agricultural landscape and the church half hidden by the tree.
The mosquito depicted represents XX, KB364 6T-P, 608 Sqdn, out of Downham Market which crashed onto the church on the 6th November 1944 destroying it completely.
The pilot, Pilot Officer, James McLEAN, and Navigator Sgt. Mervyn Lambert TANSLEY were both killed. A memorial made from part of the aircraft is displayed in the church which was rebuilt.  
The aircraft was returning from an operational sortie over Gelsenkirchen, and probably crashed due to excessive icing.
Bawdeswell village sign repainted
The sign is fairly self explanatory with Balder's Well shown being approached on horseback by Geoffrey Chaucer's reeve, from his Canterbury Tales. The background is an agricultural landscape and the church half hidden by the tree. The mosquito depicted represents XX, KB364 6T-P, 608 Sqdn, out of Downham Market which crashed onto the church on the 6th November 1944 destroying it completely. The pilot, Pilot Officer, James McLEAN, and Navigator Sgt. Mervyn Lambert TANSLEY were both killed. A memorial made from part of the aircraft is displayed in the church which was rebuilt. The aircraft was returning from an operational sortie over Gelsenkirchen, and probably crashed due to excessive icing.
The stables at Bawdeswell Hall
The stables at Bawdeswell Hall
Foxley: Hawthorns Glamping
Foxley: Hawthorns Glamping
Billingford: Farm track
Billingford: Farm track
Foxley: Two fields, one overgrown the other with a cereal crop
Foxley: Two fields, one overgrown the other with a cereal crop
Bawdeswell: A bewildering array of signs
Bawdeswell: A bewildering array of signs
Show me another place!

Bawdeswell is located at Grid Ref: TG0420 (Lat: 52.745281, Lng: 1.030321)

Administrative County: Norfolk

District: Breckland

Police Authority: Norfolk

What 3 Words

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Nearby Locations

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.745281,1.030321
Bus Stop
Hall Road, opp
Naptan AtcoCode: 2900B131
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: Hall Road
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: bus shelter
Naptan Locality: Bawdeswell
Naptan NaptanCode: nfoadpwm
Naptan Street: Norwich Road
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.7449121/1.0330128
Bus Stop
School, adj
Naptan AtcoCode: 2900B133
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: School
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Landmark: School
Naptan Locality: Bawdeswell
Naptan NaptanCode: nfoadpwp
Naptan Street: Foxley Road
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.7461594/1.0257341
Hall Road, adj
Naptan AtcoCode: 2900B134
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Hall Road
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Landmark: opp bus shelter
Naptan Locality: Bawdeswell
Naptan NaptanCode: nfoadpwt
Naptan Street: Norwich Road
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.7448598/1.0329499
Bus Stop
School, opp
Naptan AtcoCode: 2900B135
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: School
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: School
Naptan Locality: Bawdeswell
Naptan NaptanCode: nfoadtad
Naptan Street: Foxley Road
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.7462248/1.0259906
Nursery, adj
Naptan AtcoCode: 2900B138
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Nursery
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Landmark: Norwich Road
Naptan Locality: Bawdeswell
Naptan NaptanCode: nfogtdam
Naptan Street: A1067
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.7425521/1.0321079
Bus Stop
Blackhorse Meadow, opp
Naptan AtcoCode: 2900B137
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Blackhorse Meadow
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Locality: Bawdeswell
Naptan NaptanCode: nfogtawa
Naptan Street: The Street
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.7468496/1.0296944
Bus Stop
Blackhorse Meadow, adj
Naptan AtcoCode: 2900B136
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Blackhorse Meadow
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Locality: Bawdeswell
Naptan NaptanCode: nfogtatw
Naptan Street: The Street
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.746697/1.0296838
Bawdeswell
Place: village
Lat/Long: 52.7462069/1.0308935
Barrier: bollard
Lat/Long: 52.7472655/1.0324066
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 52.7475169/1.0305615
Bawdeswell Parish Council Notice Board
Board Type: notice
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 52.7464514/1.0276106
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:45; Sa 09:30
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Mounting: pier
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: NR20 2035
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 52.7464561/1.027618
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.7494066/1.0299093
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.7488254/1.0283992
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.7482961/1.0267228
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.7478821/1.0255104
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.7474729/1.0243544
Entrance: main
Lat/Long: 52.7470383/1.0308208
Post Office
Bawdeswell Post Office
Addr City: Dereham
Addr Housename: All Saints Church
Addr Postcode: NR20 4RT
Addr Street: The Street
Addr Village: Bawdeswell
Brand: Post Office
Brand Wikidata: Q1783168
Contact Website: https://www.postoffice.co.uk/branch-finder/3804704/bawdeswell
Opening Hours: Tu,Fr 09:00-12:00
Ref Pol Id: 97308
Source: pol_branch_list_2018-02
Lat/Long: 52.7471032/1.0307634
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.7467043/1.0327748
Bawdeswell
Man Made: village_sign
Material: wood
Old Name: Balder's Well
Start Date: 2011-11-20
Lat/Long: 52.7465259/1.0327497
Bench
Backrest: yes
Colour: brown
Material: wood
Seats: 2
Lat/Long: 52.7465304/1.0328174
Bench
Backrest: yes
Colour: brown
Material: wood
Seats: 2
Lat/Long: 52.7465535/1.0327048
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Lat/Long: 52.7465381/1.0325646
Kerb: flush
Lat/Long: 52.7465519/1.0325754
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.7467849/1.0314274
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.7424155/1.0326317
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.7421359/1.0332541
Restaurant
Lat/Long: 52.7469081/1.03137
Public Bookcase
Bawdeswell Telephone Box Library
Booth: K6
Disused Amenity: telephone
Listed Status: Grade II
Man Made: telephone_box
Public Bookcase Type: phone_box
Lat/Long: 52.7468655/1.0302612
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.7452461/1.0270621
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.7452984/1.0279272
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.7440419/1.0321992
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.7442423/1.0314686
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.7449258/1.03073
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.7448397/1.031304
Give Way
Lat/Long: 52.7453463/1.0290442
Barrier: cycle_barrier
Bicycle: no
Lat/Long: 52.7457291/1.0329187
Cafe
Reeve's Parlour Restaurant
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