Welcome to Great Massingham

Great Massingham is a picturesque village located in the county of Norfolk, England. The village is known for its beautiful thatched cottages, historic church, and stunning countryside views. The village has a rich history dating back to the 11th century, and it is believed that the village was once a royal estate. Today, Great Massingham is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors from all over the world who come to explore its charming streets and enjoy the peaceful countryside.

One of the most notable landmarks in Great Massingham is the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 14th century. The church is a beautiful example of medieval architecture, with its impressive tower and intricate carvings. Visitors can explore the church and admire its stunning stained glass windows, which depict scenes from the Bible. The church is also home to a number of historic artifacts, including a 15th-century font and a rare 17th-century pulpit.

In addition to its historic landmarks, Great Massingham is also known for its beautiful countryside. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and meandering streams, making it the perfect destination for nature lovers. Visitors can take a leisurely stroll through the village's many footpaths and bridleways, or explore the nearby nature reserves and wildlife sanctuaries. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an active outdoor adventure, Great Massingham has something for everyone.

Local Schools

School	Details
Great Massingham C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kirsten Stibbon	Weasenham Road Great Massingham Kings Lynn Norfolk PE32 2EY 01485520362 School Website
Harpley C Of E Vc Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kirsten Stibbon	School Lane Harpley Kings Lynn Norfolk PE31 6DY 01485520274 School Website
Rudham C Of E Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Belinda Allen	School Road East Rudham Kings Lynn Norfolk PE31 8RF 01485528230 School Website
Weasenham Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Belinda Allen	Common End Weasenham Kings Lynn Norfolk PE32 2SP 01328838365 School Website
Castle Acre Church Of England Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Anne Neary	Back Lane Castle Acre Kings Lynn Norfolk PE32 2AR 01760755305
Flitcham Voluntary Aided Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jane Gardener	Church Road Flitcham Kings Lynn Norfolk PE31 6BU 01485600383 School Website
Gayton Church Of England Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachael Greenhalgh	82 Springvale Gayton Kings Lynn Norfolk PE32 1QZ 1553636267 School Website
Holly Meadows School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jennie Wildsmith-Garton	Vong Lane Pott Row Kings Lynn Norfolk PE32 1BW 01485600241 School Website
Blenheim Park Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Ms Nikki Taylor	Lancaster Road Sculthorpe Fakenham Norfolk NR21 7PX 1485528368 School Website
Litcham School Academy Converter Ages:4-16 Head Teacher Mr Tim Gibbs	Church Street Litcham King's Lynn Norfolk PE32 2NS 1328701265 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
King's Lynn Blackfriars Road, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, PE30 1NX 11.03 Miles

Watlington Station Road, Watlington, Norfolk, PE33 0JF 13.51 Miles

Downham Market Railway Road, Downham Market, Norfolk, PE38 9EN 17.16 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Community Cars 01485 520823 Station Road, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, PE32 2HW 0.07 Miles
Gayton Travel 01553 636888 Plumford House/Winch Rd, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, PE32 1QP 5.36 Miles
Viking Rose Taxi/Minibus 01760 339499 Eastfields, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, PE32 1SS 7.11 Miles
Community Cars 01485 520823 Akenfield/Station Rd, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, PE32 1NR 7.41 Miles
Wensum Private Hire 01328 853389 Tente, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 9PY 7.95 Miles
Tiny's Taxi's 01328 888888 40 Moor Lane, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 9PX 8.16 Miles
Betjemann's Private Hire 01328 711114 38C Creake Road, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 9NQ 8.30 Miles
Al's Cabs 01760 720002 52 Highfield Av, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7PS 8.49 Miles
Steve's Taxi Service 01485 540019 5 Shouldham Close, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, PE31 6UZ 8.50 Miles
Jubilee Chauffeur Services 01485 543395 79 Mountbatten Road, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, PE31 6YE 8.58 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Pe32 Great Massingham Post Office King's Lynn Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Summerwood Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Station Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Little Massingham Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Station Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
St Lawrence Close Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
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The Street Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:15
Houghton Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Pockthorpe Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Wicken Farm Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:08:00
Pe32 Weasenham All Saints Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Great Massingham Surgery 01485 520521	Great Massingham Surgery Station Road Great Massingham Norfolk PE32 2JQ
Grimston Medical Centre 01485 600341	Grimston Medical Centre Congham Rd,Grimston King's Lynn Norfolk PE32 1DW
Litcham Health Centre 01328 701568	Litcham Health Centre Manor Drive, Litcham Kings Lynn Norfolk PE32 2NW
Narborough Surgery 01760 337821	The Maltings Main Road Narborough King's Lynn Norfolk PE32 1TE
Carole Brown Health Centre	3 St. Nicholas Court Church Lane Dersingham King's Lynn PE31 6GZ

Local Stores

Dersingham- Lynn Rd
10 Lynn Road
Dersingham
King's Lynn
Norfolk
PE31 6JX
01485 544055
Store Website
8.41 miles

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SPAR - Dersingham
49 Hunstanton Road
Dersingham
Kings Lynn
PE31 6NA
01485 540224
Store Website
8.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Fakenham Farm And Equine Vets Ltd
Suite E, Building 7 West Raynham Business Park Blenheim Way Fakenham Norfolk NR21 7PL 07387 687024 info@fakenhamfarmandequine.co.uk Website 3.15 miles

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Anchorage Barn Equine Clinic Ltd
East Rudham King'S Lynn Norfolk PE31 6TA 01485 528437 clinic@anchoragebarnequineclinic.co.uk Website 4.23 miles
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Anchorage Barn Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Fakenham Road East Rudham King'S Lynn Norfolk PE31 6TA 01485 528221 anchoragebarn@btinternet.com Website 4.23 miles
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Sunnyside Veterinary Clinic
Hall Farm Church Lane Roydon King'S Lynn Norfolk PE32 1AR 01485 600022 contactus@sunnysidevets.co.uk Website 6.21 miles
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Wensum Valley Veterinary Surgeons
Racecourse Drive Dereham Road Fakenham Norfolk NR21 7NA 01328 864444 wensumvalleyvets@gmail.com Website 8.15 miles
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Dersingham Veterinary Clinic
2 Jubilee Court Dersingham Kings Lynn Norfolk PE31 6HH 01485 540585 contact@dersinghamvets.co.uk Website 8.41 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Sandringham Country Park
Royal Sandringham Estate - Miles Of Forest Walks, Children's Play Area, Picnic Areas, Cafe, Duck Ponds And More! Vergers Cottage Sandringham Lancashire PE35 6EH 7.59 miles Norfolk

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Dersingham Bog
Dersingham Bog Norfolk Lancashire 8.56 miles Off The Main Road Between Castle Rising And Sandringham, Look For The Sign For The Village Of Wolferton. I Drove Into The Village And Out Past The Royal Station. I Found It By Accident. There Are Maps And Postcode Online If Needed. Also Several Small Parking Areas

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Burnham Overy Staithe
Peeeerfect Place For A Loooong Walk With Your Best Friend. Koka &Amp; Sara Was Exhausted But Extremely Happy :) 8 Wells Rd Chapel Ln Burnham Overy Staithe 13.56 miles Pe31 8Jf - Car Park

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Brancaster Beach
Beautiful Beach Where Dogs Are Welcome All Year Round. Vast Amount Of Space For Everybody. Cafe Is Open During The Peak Season. Unnamed Road King'S LYNN PE31 13.92 miles

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Wells Next The Sea
Dog Friendly Beach Walk That Stretches For Miles Toward Holkham. Beautiful Sandy Beach, Sand Dunes And Dog Friendly Cafe. 32 Mill Ct Wells-Next-The-Sea Lancashire NR23 1HF 14.62 miles

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Holkham Beach North Norfolk
Four Miles Of White Sand Fringed With Sand Dunes And Pine Woods: One Of The Most Beautiful Beaches In The World! Part Of One Of The Largest Nature Reserves In The Country, Managed By Natural England In Partnership With The Holkham Estate. Featured At The End Of "Shakespeare In Love" And Bliss For Dogs, Horses And Humans! Parking On Lady Anne's Drive Is A Bit Expensive: £2-5, But You Can Park For Free By Approaching From Either Wells Or Burnham Overy Staithe. Norfolk Coast Path 14.90 miles Near Wells-Next-The-Sea, North Norfolk

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