Places to see in ( Watton - UK )
Places to see in ( Watton - UK )
Watton is a market town in the district of Breckland within the English county of Norfolk. The A1075 Dereham-Thetford road and the B1108 Brandon-Norwich Road meet at a crossroads here, where the town developed, about 25 miles west of Norwich. The civil parish covers an area of 7.2 km2 (2.8 sq mi) with about 6,800 inhabitants in 3,000 households, increasing to a population of 7,202 in 3,226 at the 2011 Census. The Domesday Book records that Watton (or Wadetuna) featured a church, manor house and Anglo-Saxon settlement. In 1984 Watton was twinned with the Lower Rhine (Niederrhein) town of Weeze, Germany, with the subsequent twinning charter being formally signed in 1987.
A market is held every Wednesday, between 9.00am and 1.00pm, although stalls are often kept open on the high street well after this time. Like many Norfolk markets, Watton market always has a wide variety of fresh sea produce available, usually caught the previous day. It often has available such regional delicacies as samphire and fresh water crayfish. The Lord of Watton Hall, John de Vaux, obtained a charter for a market to be held on Fridays. But, the people of nearby Saham Toney complained to the King that the market was harming their own held on the same day. Their complaints were upheld and the charter was withdrawn.
John de Vaux conveyed the manor to his brother Oliver, who was evidently on better terms with the King since he immediately obtained a new charter for a Wednesday market. The market centred on Market Square in front of Wayland Hall, and as it grew it spread westwards along High Street. A market cross stood in the square supported by eight oak pillars. This cross was demolished in 1820 and replaced by a milestone showing the distances to neighbouring towns.
The nearby Wayland Wood is the setting of the old English ballad Babes in the Wood. First published in 1595, it tells the tale of two Norfolk children abandoned and left to die in the woods by their uncle. The legend is also depicted on the town sign, which occupies a prominent position in High Street in front of the clock tower. Wayland wood is a popular dog walking and relaxation spot (although dogs are banned, this rule is unenforced). The wood is now a nature reserve owned by the Norfolk Wildlife Trust.
The clock tower of Watton was built in 1679 by Christopher Hey, a wealthy mercer. The tower was built to hold a fire warning bell following the 'Great Fire of Watton' that destroyed more than sixty properties in 1674. This early warning bell, known as 'Ting-Tang,' is hung in an ornate cupola on top of the tower. The brick tower was rendered with cement and a new clock, donated by a local citizen, was installed in 1827. To commemorate the silver jubilee of King George V and Queen Mary in 1935, a new clock face was installed. The clock is still working in the 21st century. The building is now home to a tourist and local information centre.
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Breckland market towns, Norfolk, UK
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Top 5 Prettiest Norfolk Villages by Drone
In this video we take a look at the 5 prettiest Norfolk villages. a list compiled by the #edp (Eastern Daily Press). Norfolk is one England's counties, located in the east of the country, in an area called East Anglia. it is known to be an area of outstanding natural beauty.
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Places to see in ( Dereham - UK )
Places to see in ( Dereham - UK )
Dereham, also known as East Dereham, is a town and civil parish in the English county of Norfolk. It is situated on the A47 road, about 15 miles west of the city of Norwich and 25 miles east of King's Lynn.
For the purposes of local government, Dereham falls within, and is the centre of administration for, the district of Breckland. The town Dereham should not be confused with the Norfolk village of West Dereham, which lies about 25 miles (40 km) away.
The railway arrived in Dereham when a single track line to Wymondham opened in 1847. In 1848 a second line, to King's Lynn was opened. In 1849 a line from Dereham to Fakenham was opened, this line being extended to the coastal town of Wells-On-Sea by 1857. In 1862 the town's railways became part of the Great Eastern Railway. The town had its own railway depot and a large complex of sidings, serving local industry. In 1882 the line between Dereham and Wymondham was doubled, to allow for the increasing levels of traffic.
The railway between Dereham and Wymondham has been preserved, and is now operated as a tourist line by the Mid-Norfolk Railway Preservation Trust. This charitable company also owns the line north towards County School railway station, it has started to gradually reopen the line towards North Elmham and aims to eventually relay the line to Fakenham.
The town of Dereham lies on the site of a monastery founded by Saint Withburga in the seventh century. A holy well at the western end of St Nicholas' Church supposedly began to flow when her body was stolen from the town by monks from Ely, who took the remains back to their town. Notable buildings in the town include the pargetted Bishop Bonner's Cottage, built in 1502, the Norman parish church, a windmill which was extensively renovated in 2013 and a large mushroom-shaped water tower. The Gressenhall Museum of Rural Life is nearby. The town also hosts the headquarters of the Mid-Norfolk Railway, which runs trains over an 11.5-mile railway south to Wymondham, as well as owning the line 6 miles north to North Elmham and County School Station.
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All 47 Hertfordshire Railway Stations (visiting EVERY station)
Every Hertfordshire railway station. All 47 National Rail stations in the county of Hertfordshire, England (UK). Govia Thameslink Railway (Great Northern, Thameslink and Southern), Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains (London Northwestern Railway), London Overground, Chiltern Railways and Greater Anglia serve the stations of Hertfordshire.
The stations in Hertfordshire along with the operator that manages the station and the date I last visited the station:
Apsley 11/12/2021 (London Northwestern Railway)
Baldock 21/06/2021 (Great Northern)
Bayford 15/10/2021 (Great Northern)
Berkhamsted 11/12/2021 (London Northwestern Railway)
Bishop's Stortford 15/10/2021 (Greater Anglia)
Bricket Wood 25/09/2021 (London Northwestern Railway)
Brookman's Park 24/07/2021 (Great Northern)
Broxbourne 14/03/2020 (Greater Anglia)
Bushey 25/09/2021 (London Overground)
Carpender's Park 25/09/2021 (London Overground)
Cheshunt 14/03/2020 (Greater Anglia)
Chorleywood 05/03/2022 (London Underground)
Cuffley 15/10/2021 (Great Northern)
Elstree & Borehamwood 08/08/2020 (Thameslink)
Garston 25/09/2021 (London Northwestern Railway)
Harpenden 30/10/2021 (Thameslink)
Hatfield 24/07/2021 (Great Northern)
Hemel Hempstead 11/12/2021 (London Northwestern Railway)
Hertford East 14/03/2020 (Greater Anglia)
Hertford North 15/10/2021 (Great Northern)
Hitchin 21/06/2021 (Great Northern)
How Wood 25/09/2021 (London Northwestern Railway)
King's Langley 11/12/2021 (London Northwestern Railway)
Knebworth 21/06/2021 (Great Northern)
Letchworth Garden City 21/06/2021 (Great Northern)
Park Street 25/09/2021 (London Northwestern Railway)
Potter's Bar 24/07/2021 (Great Northern)
Radlett 30/10/2021 (Thameslink)
Rickmansworth 21/02/2023 (London Underground)
Royston 21/06/2021 (Great Northern)
Rye House 14/03/2020 (Greater Anglia)
Sawbridgeworth 15/10/2021 (Greater Anglia)
St. Alban's Abbey 25/09/2021 (London Northwestern Railway)
St. Alban's City 30/10/2021 (Thameslink)
St. Margaret's 14/03/2020 (Greater Anglia)
Stevenage 15/10/2021 (Great Northern)
Theobalds Grove 24/08/2019 (London Overground)
Tring 11/12/2021 (London Northwestern Railway)
Waltham Cross 24/08/2019 (Greater Anglia)
Ware 14/03/2020 (Greater Anglia)
Watford High Street 25/09/2021 (London Overground)
Watford Junction 27/06/2022 (London Northwestern Railway)
Watford North 25/09/2021 (London Northwestern Railway)
Watton-at-Stone 15/10/2021 (Great Northern)
Welham Green 24/07/2021 (Great Northern)
Welwyn Garden City 24/07/2021 (Great Northern)
Welwyn North 21/06/2021 (Great Northern)
Each station within the video is shown with station name and the 3 letter station code. Note that only National Rail stations are included.
This video includes all the stations in Hertfordshire in September 2023.
All 47 Hertforshire stations: 00:00
Apsley 00:05
Baldock 00:09
Bayford 00:13
Berkhamsted 00:17
Bishops Stortford 00:21
Bricket Wood 00:25
Brookmans Park 00:29
Broxbourne 00:33
Bushey 00:37
Carpenders Park 00:41
Cheshunt 00:45
Chorleywood 00:49
Cuffley 00:53
Elstree & Borehamwood 00:57
Garston 01:01
Harpenden 01:05
Hatfield 01:09
Hemel Hempstead 01:13
Hertfod East 01:17
Hertford North 01:21
Hitchin 01:25
How Wood 01:29
Kings Langley 01:33
Kenbworth 01:37
Letchworth Harden City 01:41
Park Street 01:45
Potters Bar 01:49
Radlett 01:53
Rickmansworth 01:57
Royston 02:01
Rye House 02:05
Sawbridgeworth 02:09
St Albans Abbey 02:13
St Albans City 02:17
St Margarets 02:21
Stevenage 02:25
Theobalds Grove 02:29
Tring 02:33
Waltham Cross 02:37
Ware 02:41
Watford High Street 02:45
Watford Junction 02:49
Watford North 02:53
Watton-at-Stone 02:57
Welham Green 03:01
Welwyn Garden City 03:05
Welwyn North 03:09
Endscreen 03:13
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Visit West Norfolk
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NR13 Watton Thetford
This video is part of series of the national cycle route 13 from Gateley to Colchester. This covers the section from Watton to Thetford.
Watton High Street on Market Day IMG_1455.MOV
A sunny morning on Watton High Street, a small market town in the Wayland area of south-west Norfolk, The town's weekly market is held every Wednesday in the centre of the town.
Plantation Garden - Norwich UK - A city centre hidden garden.
Plantation Garden - Norwich UK - A city centre hidden garden.
Created in old chalk workings and restored to its former glory by volunteers. A tranquil garden worth a visit.
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Waxham Great Barn Tour Norfolk
Explore the great barn at Waxham on the East Norfolk Coast
The great barn at Waxham was built in the 16th Century this is the largest thatched barn in East Anglia. The barn contains many ships timbers salvaged from wrecks on the coast just 500 yards away.
Waxham is included as an important defensive location on the Armada map completed during the reign of Elizabeth the 1st, the defended manorial hall and farm are still to the east of the great barn. We finished our visit with a walk up to the beach.
Walk 220: Stapleford North Loop
For this walk we explored the countryside between a couple of existing routes in our collection in order to create a new loop. It involved walking along rights of way (ROW) we have not visited before, as well as revisiting some footpaths that we have featured in the past, but this time walked in reverse.
The result is a lovely route that has a bit of everything; woodland tracks, riverside paths, rolling countryside with great views, and the benefit of a short detour at the half-way point to Watton-at-Stone for those who want refreshments.
There are two pubs, The George and Dragon or The Bull. There is also Crumbs Bakery and Cafe close to The Bull. We have enjoyed refreshments at all three in separate visits.
The starting point for this walk is 2.7 miles N from Hertford North Station by road. Those wanting to do this walk via public transport could start and finish at Watton-at-Stone Station (location - which is 250m NW of point 8 in our directions, then pick up the route from there.
The walk passes two livestock fields between points 15 and 18 where there are signs asking dog owners to keep their pets on a lead. There is a children's playground (location - close to the halfway point.
Directions, maps, and GPS navigation files are all free to download at Hertfordshire Walker.
Swaffham, Norfolk, Walking Tour, Historic Town, English Countryside, 4K
Embarking on a walking tour of Swaffham in Norfolk is like stepping into a tapestry of history, nature, and vibrant community life. Swaffham, a market town rich in heritage and charm, offers an array of sights that weave together the past and present into an engaging narrative for any visitor.
The Market Place- Your journey begins at the heart of Swaffham, the Market Place. This bustling center is home to the iconic Butter Cross, gifted to the town by Lord Orford in 1783. The Palladian-styled structure is crowned with a figure of Ceres, the goddess of agriculture, symbolizing Swaffham's deep-rooted connection to the land.
Swaffham Museum: A Gateway to the Past - A short stroll from the Market Place leads you to the Swaffham Museum. Here, you can delve into the town's history, from the Stone Age to modern times. The museum houses the Symonds collection of figures and celebrates local heroes like Howard Carter, the archaeologist who discovered Tutankhamun's tomb, and Jem Mace, the prizefighter.
Swaefas Way: A Tribute to Ancestors - As you leave the museum, follow the Swaefas Way, a path named after the Germanic tribe that settled here. This circular route offers a gentle walk through the town and its outskirts, allowing you to appreciate the serene Norfolk landscape.
The Assembly Rooms and Regency Swaffham - Continuing your tour, you'll come across the Assembly Rooms, a testament to Swaffham's social prominence during the late 18th century. The town was once a hub for balls, soirées, and concerts attended by the likes of Horatio, Lord Nelson.
St Peter and St Paul's Church: Architectural Splendor - The parish Church of St Peter and St Paul's is an architectural marvel dating back to the 15th century. Its distinctive spire is a landmark visible for miles. Inside, you'll find exquisite Tudor windows, partly funded by the legendary Swaffham Pedlar, John Chapman.
The Pedlar's Legacy - The tale of the Swaffham Pedlar is interwoven with the town's identity. According to legend, Chapman's discovery of a treasure in his garden led to his generous donations to the church. The town sign, hand-carved, commemorates his story.
Green Britain Centre: Embracing Sustainability - On the outskirts of Swaffham lies the Green Britain Centre, a symbol of the town's commitment to sustainability. The center promotes green technologies and offers a unique perspective on the future of environmental conservation.
Reflections and Relaxation - Take a moment to reflect on the rich tapestry of Swaffham. From its historical roots to its vibrant present, the town offers a peaceful retreat and a warm welcome to all who wander its paths.
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Hunstanton - From The Air (Best Sunset in Norfolk) DJI Inspire 2 X7
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Stevenage Station Platform 5 Upgrade #24
From Monday 6th July the turnback became operational. Rather than trains changing directions at Bragbury Junction, the trains now run as empty coaching stock movements into platform 5, where they ar stabled for around 12 minutes before making the return trip to Watton-at-Stone.
This update also shows the work done to the A602 and Sixhills way bridges.
Before anyone asks I still do not have any confirmed official date of when the platform will be open to the public. I have been in communications with Stevenage council (regeneration project and the mayor's office) and they have no information for me. Any planned public event to mark the opening would now have been cancelled anyway due to the post Covid-19 restrictions. Realtime Trains has the first public service as being the 05:21 London Kings Cross to Stevenage on 18th July 2020, but that is not confirmed ( even by the staff working at the station) but given how things look, it could well be the case.
Thetford Walk: Town Centre【4K】
Located in the East Anglian county of Norfolk, and roughly equidistant between Cambridge and Norwich, is the town of Thetford.
In Saxon times Thetford was the capital of East Anglia. It had its own mint in the 10th century, and by 1086 the Domesday Survey recorded it as being the sixth largest town in the country with 4,000 to 4,500 people living here.
By the 12th century Thetford had become an important religious centre, with 22 churches around the town, as well as Thetford Priory, founded in 1103. The priory was left to ruin in the 16th century along with the town's religious houses when Henry VIII ordered the Dissolution of the Monasteries. This brought about a decline in the area. However, in the 1570s Thetford received a boost when Elizabeth I granted a town charter leading to redevelopment in the main streets.
In 1819 plans were made to turn Thetford into a spa town for tourists, similar to Bath Cheltenham, Leamington and Harrogate. The meadows between the rivers Thet and Little Ouse contained a spring of mineral rich water. A pump room was constructed, but later closed in 1838.
In 1848 Thetford became a producer of steam engines courtesy of Charles Burrell & Sons Ltd who were based in the town. At its height the factory employed over 350 people, with workers moving in from London, the Midlands and Yorkshire until its closure in 1928.
After the Second World War Thetford became an overspill town, providing housing for those from the cities whose homes had been destroyed in the Blitz, leading to a surge in population during the second half of the 20th century.
During the walk we see two statues. The first appears at the very beginning and is of Duleep Singh, the last Maharaja of the Sikh Empire. He was exiled to Great Britain aged 15 following on from the Anglo Sikh Wars. There he befriended Queen Victoria and bought a country estate close to Thetford in 1863.
The second statue is of Thomas Paine. Born in Thetford, Paine was a political writer who travelled to Philadelpia in 1774 with a letter of introduction from Benjamin Franklin. In 1776 he wrote a pamphlet arguing the case for American independence, predating the Declaration of Independence itself. Later on, Paine travelled to France where he advocated for the French Revolution. He is also believed to have met Napoleon Bonaparte in the late 1790s to discuss a potential invasion of England. So basically turning up everywhere of historical significance, like an 18th century Forrest Gump. Napoleon allegedly stated that a statue of gold should be erected to [Thomas Paine] in every city in the universe. The statue we see is made of bronze and dates back to 1964 where it was initially gilded. Having lost its golden appearance, it was then re-gilded in November of 2020, making it quite hard to miss!
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Filmed: 6th May 2021
Link to the walk on Google Maps: (Google forces you around the northeastern bank of the Little Ouse River, but otherwise accurate)
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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Maharaja Duleep Singh Memorial Statue
0:14 Little Ouse River
3:24 School Lane
4:47 Tanner Street
4:58 Raymond Street
7:21 Guildhall Street
8:50 Market Place
9:23 The Guildhall
9:30 Market Place
10:02 Well Street
10:23 King Street
12:44 Thomas Paine Statue
13:00 King Street
13:34 Whitehart Street
13:38 St Peter's Church (built 14th century, currently disused)
13:46 Whitehart Street
Great Northern Announcement at Watton At Stone bound for London Moorgate NS: Hertford North
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Hermanus leisure in Norfolk 🇬🇧
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