Welcome to Hempstead

Hempstead is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles north of the town of Holt and 20 miles north-west of the city of Norwich. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including the 14th-century St. Andrew's Church and the Grade II listed Hempstead Hall.

The village of Hempstead has a rich history dating back to the medieval period. It was once a thriving market town and was an important centre for the wool trade. Today, the village is a peaceful and picturesque place to live, with a strong sense of community. There are a number of local amenities, including a village hall, a primary school, and a pub, which serves traditional English food and real ale.

Hempstead is also a popular destination for tourists, who come to explore the beautiful countryside and historic landmarks. The village is located close to a number of popular attractions, including the North Norfolk coast, which is famous for its stunning beaches and wildlife. Visitors can also enjoy walking and cycling in the surrounding countryside, or take a trip to nearby Holt, which is home to a range of independent shops, galleries, and cafes.

Local Schools

School	Details
Gresham's School Other Independent School Ages:2-18 Head Teacher Mr Douglas Robb	Cromer Road Holt Norfolk NR25 6EA 1263714500 School Website
Holt Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Simon Walters	Norwich Road Holt Norfolk NR25 6SG 01263713107 School Website
Kelling Ce Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Tom Snowdon	Salthouse Road Kelling Holt Norfolk NR25 7ED 01263588230 School Website
Gresham Village School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Marc Goodliffe	Cromer Road Gresham Norwich Norfolk NR11 8RF 1263577349 School Website
Astley Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jennifer Goakes	Fakenham Road Melton Constable Norfolk NR24 2HH 1263860212 School Website
Sheringham High School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Dr Alastair Ogle	Holt Road Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8ND 01263822363 School Website
Sheringham Woodfields School Foundation Special School Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Mr Annette Maconochie	Holt Road Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8ND 01263820520 School Website
Corpusty Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jacqui Lound	Norwich Road Corpusty Norwich Norfolk NR11 6QG 1263587320 School Website
Sheringham Community Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachael Carter	Cooper Road Off Holway Road Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8UH 01263823848 School Website
St Andrew's School Other Independent Special School Ages:6-16 Head Teacher Ms Carol Keable	Aylmerton Hall Holt Road Aylmerton Cromer Norfolk NR11 8QA 1263837927 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Sheringham Station Approach, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RA 4.92 Miles

West Runton Station Road, West Runton, Norfolk, NR27 9QD 5.84 Miles

Roughton Road Roughton Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9LN 7.38 Miles

Cromer Holt Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9EB 7.39 Miles

Gunton Station Road, Gunton, Norfolk, NR11 8UD 9.24 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Prestige Cars 01263 712791 26 Thompson Avenue, Holt, Norfolk, NR25 6EN 1.52 Miles
Stuart's Taxi And Travel Norfolk 01263 710088 33 New Street, Holt, Norfolk, NR25 6BD 1.92 Miles
North Norfolk Airport Cars 01263 823382 3 Seaview Crescent, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8XR 4.37 Miles
Corpusty Cars 01263 587491 Pond House, Norwich, Norfolk, NR11 7DD 4.66 Miles
A1 Taxis Ltd 01263 822228 21 St. Peters Rd, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8QY 4.87 Miles
Anglia Taxis 01263 822222 77 Station Road, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RG 4.91 Miles
Pegasus Taxis 01263 823646 12 Hillside Road, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8TT 4.94 Miles
Mg Cabs 01263 820999 25 Pine Gr, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8QG 4.94 Miles
Stuarts Taxis And Travel 01263 824444 33 New Street, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8EE 4.95 Miles
Strong Cars 01263 740283 11 Queens Close, Holt, Norfolk, NR25 7PQ 6.52 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
High Street (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Street (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Heath Drive (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Rectory Lane (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Coronation Road Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:15
Grove Lane (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
High Kelling Post Office Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Cromer Rd/Gresham School (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Vale Road (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Edinburgh Road (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Edgefield Garage (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Common Lane (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kenwyn Close Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:15
Kerridge Way (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Holt Medical Practice 01263 712461	Kelling Hospital Old Cromer Road High Kelling, Holt Norfolk NR25 6QA
Melton Constable Surgery	Grove Road Melton Constable Norfolk NR24 2DE
Sheringham Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Cromer Road Sheringham NR26 8RT
Sheringham Medical Practice 01263 822066	The Health Centre Cromer Road Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8RT
Aldborough Surgery 01263 768602	The Surgery Chapel Road, Aldborough Norwich Norfolk NR11 7NP

Local Stores

Briston
18 Church Street
Briston
Melton Constable
Norfolk
NR24 2HN
01263 862411
Store Website
3.84 miles

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SPAR - Harvest- Roughton
SPAR Store
Norwich Road
Roughton
NR11 8SJ
01144 810 997
Store Website
4.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Glaven Veterinary Practice Ltd
Oakland House Old Station Way Holt Norfolk NR25 6DH 01263 713200 office@glavenvets.co.uk Website 1.74 miles
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Miramar Veterinary Centre Ltd
15 Weybourne Road Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8HF 01263 822293 reception@miramarvets.co.uk Website 4.74 miles
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Cromer Vets Ltd
48 Overstrand Road Cromer Norfolk NR27 0AJ Website 7.89 miles

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Aylsham Vets
12 Hungate Street Aylsham Norfolk NR11 6AA 01263 732130 info@aylshamvets.co.uk Website 8.39 miles
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Taverham Vets Bure Valley
22 Norwich Road Aylsham Norwich Norfolk NR11 6BW 01263 733949 burevalleyvets@gmail.com Website 8.61 miles

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The Grove Veterinary Hospital &Amp; Clinics - Fakenham
Grove House Holt Road Fakenham Norfolk NR21 8JG 01328 862137 Grove.enquiries@cvsvets.com Website 11.70 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Sheringham Park
Follow The Seven-Mile Sheringham Woodland And Coastal Walk Through Parkland, Woods, Fields And Along The Cliff Edge, With Views Out Over The Sea. There's A Large Variety Of Trees, Bird And Animal Life On The Walk. NR26 8TL 3.24 miles Entrance At Junction Of A148/B1157. Two Miles South-West Of Sheringham, 5 Miles West Of Cromer And 6 Miles East Of Holt.

Sheringham Park
33 Lodge Hill Upper Sheringham Sheringham Lancashire NR26 8TJ 3.51 miles 5 Miles West Of Cromer, 6 Miles East Of Holt. Main Entrance At Junction A148/B1157 Parking: 60 Yards, £5.50 (Pay And Display)

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Felbrigg Estate
A Beautiful Estate With Lots Of Different Walks. Lovely Walking Around The Lake In Winter And Summer. Does Have Livestock Around In The Summer Months. Sextons Lodge Aylmerton Norwich Lancashire NR11 8PS 5.42 miles Park Road Or Lions Mouth.

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Blickling Estate (Woodgate Car Park)
This A Great Car Park To Start A Walk From. You Have A Number Of Routes To Go From. It Is A National Trust Estate And So Does Charge There But Is Free For Members. 63 Woodgate Blickling Norwich NR11 6PY 5.74 miles

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Blickling Estate
A Walk Around Part Of Blickling Park, Through Woods And Open Parkland. NR11 6NF 6.92 miles 1½ Miles North-West Of Aylsham On B1354, Signposted Off A140 Norwich.

Wensum Way And Sparham Pools
20 Lyng Rd Sparham Norwich NR9 5QY 12.06 miles From A1067 Travel Towards Lyng And Entrance Is On The Left Before You Go Over The Bridge To Enter Lyng Village. From Dereham Go All The Way Through Lyng Village And Over The Bridge, Entrance Is On The Right About 160 Meters.

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