Welcome to Kirby Bedon

Kirby Bedon is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles south-east of Norwich, the county town of Norfolk. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks. One of the most notable landmarks in Kirby Bedon is the St. Andrew's Church, which dates back to the 14th century. The church is known for its impressive architecture and is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

The village of Kirby Bedon has a rich history that dates back to the medieval period. It was once a thriving agricultural community and was home to a number of farms and small businesses. Today, the village is a peaceful and quiet place, with a small population of around 200 people. Despite its small size, Kirby Bedon has a strong sense of community and is home to a number of local events and festivals throughout the year.

One of the most popular events in Kirby Bedon is the annual village fete, which takes place in the summer months. The fete is a celebration of local culture and tradition and features a range of activities and attractions for all ages. Visitors can enjoy live music, traditional food and drink, and a range of games and activities. The fete is a great way to experience the unique charm and character of Kirby Bedon and is a must-visit for anyone visiting the area.

Local Schools

School	Details
Framingham Earl High School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Arnold	Norwich Road Framingham Earl Norwich Norfolk NR14 7QP 1508492547 School Website
Surlingham Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Ben Wilson	Walnut Hill Surlingham Norwich Norfolk NR14 7DQ 1508538214 School Website
Hillside Avenue Primary And Nursery School, Thorpe Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Phoenix	Hillside Avenue Thorpe St Andrew Norwich Norfolk NR7 0QW 1603433453 School Website
Rockland St Mary Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Ben Wilson	School Lane Norwich NR14 7EU 1508538345 School Website
Dussindale Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Louise Norgate	Vane Close Thorpe St Andrew Norwich Norfolk NR7 0US School Website
Poringland Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Peter Dean	The Footpath Poringland Norwich Norfolk NR14 7RF 01508492530 School Website
Trowse Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Stuart Odell	Dell Loke Trowse Norwich Norfolk NR14 8TH 01603622485 School Website
Alpington And Bergh Apton Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rosie Welch	Wheel Road Alpington Norwich Norfolk NR14 7NH 01508492700 School Website
Thorpe St Andrew School And Sixth Form Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Penny Bignell	Laundry Lane Thorpe St Andrew Norwich Norfolk NR7 0XS 1603497711 School Website
Lionwood Infant And Nursery School Academy Converter Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Headteacher Samantha Thorpe	Telegraph Lane East Norwich Norfolk NR1 4AN 1603433957 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Brundall Gardens West End Avenue, Brundall, Norfolk, NR13 5RG 2.52 Miles

Norwich Station Approach, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1EF 3.16 Miles

Brundall Station Road, Brundall, Norfolk, NR13 5LA 3.36 Miles

Buckenham Station Road, Buckenham, Norfolk, NR13 4HW 4.30 Miles

Salhouse Station Road, Salhouse, Norfolk, NR13 6NZ 5.29 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Eastern Chauffeur Ltd 01508 495660 16 Manor Farm Barns, Norwich, Norfolk, NR14 7PZ 1.35 Miles
1St Class Travel 01603 702070 13 Earnshaw Ct, Norwich, Norfolk, NR7 0BJ 2.23 Miles
Thorpe Taxis 01603 219589 10 Lower Clarence Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1HD 2.95 Miles
Phoenix Taxis 01603 611222 128 Mansfield Lane, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 2LG 3.08 Miles
1St Call Taxi Call 01603 858858 Norwich Railway Station, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1EF 3.19 Miles
Airports 4 Less 01603 490150 173 Moore Avenue, Norwich, Norfolk, NR7 9RF 3.20 Miles
Taxi Link 01603 666555 43 Fugill Rd, Norwich, Norfolk, NR7 9QY 3.26 Miles
A2b Taxis Norwich 01603 613613 Meadow View House, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 3PP 3.30 Miles
City Cars Ltd 01603 446644 77 Prince Of Wales Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1DG 3.36 Miles
Courtesy Taxis 01603 446644 77 Prince Of Wales Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1DG 3.36 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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East Hill Lane Bramerton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Surlingham Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Old Mill And Millgates Medical Practice 01508 492929	Old Mill Surgery Hardley Road, Poringland Norwich Norfolk NR14 7FA
Dr Thompson & Partners	Dussindale Surgery Pound Lane Thorpe St Andrew Norwich Norfolk NR7 0SR
Heathgate Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	The Street Poringland Norwich NR14 7JT
Heathgate Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	The Street Poringland Norwich NR14 7JT
Heathgate Medical Practice 01508 494343	Heathgate Surgery The Street,Poringland Norwich Norfolk NR14 7JT

Local Stores

Thorpe St Andrew
12 Laundry Lane
Norwich
Norfolk
NR7 0XE
01603 439670
Store Website
2.51 miles

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SPAR - St Augustine's Gate
Aylsham Road
St Augustine's Gate
Norwich
NR3 3BE
01603 762970
Store Website
4.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Three Rivers Vets
113 The Street Poringland Norwich Norfolk NR14 7RP 01508 492834 reception.poringland@threeriversvetgroup.co.uk Website 2.48 miles

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Willow Veterinary Clinic
202 Thorpe Road Norwich Norfolk NR1 1TJ 01603 300814 thorperoad@willowvetsnorwich.co.uk Website 2.66 miles
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Medivet Thorpe St Andrew
40 St. Williams Way Norwich Norfolk NR7 0AP 01603 434494 thorpe.st.andrew@medivet.co.uk Website 2.76 miles
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Three Rivers Vets
70 Hall Road Norwich Norfolk NR1 3HP reception.norwich@threeriversvetgroup.co.uk 3.23 miles

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Companion Care (Norwich Hall Road) Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Hall Road Retail Park Hall Road Norwich NR4 6DH 01603 623 040 norwichhr@vets4pets.com Website 3.28 miles

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Companion Care (Norwich) Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Sprowston Retail Park Salhouse Road Norwich Norfolk NR7 9AZ 01603 484 150 norwich@companioncare.co.uk Website 3.64 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Whitlingham Lake
Beautiful Part Of Norfolk Countryside That Has The Scenery Of A Coastal Area, But Handy Location Of Being Inner City. On A Day With Good Weather The Atmosphere Is Buzzing With Families, Dog Walkers And Naturists. Perfect For A Change Of Scenery And Lovely Views. Whitlingham Ln Lancashire 1.90 miles

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Mousehold Heath Norwich
A Truly Beautiful Place For A Dog Walk. There Are A Few Opened (Heath) Areas And A Lot Of Woods. There Are Easy Walks With Plenty Of Benches And There Are Steep Parts For The More Adventurous Pups And People. I Highly Recommend A Very Good, Detailed Map Of The Heath On Norwich City Council's Website; Please Type: "Mousehold Heath Earth Heritage Trail" . Plenty Of Car Park Around The Heath, All Free. 149 Mousehold Ave Norwich Lancashire NR3 4RX 3.69 miles Other Car Parks: There Is One (The Biggest Car Park) From Gilman Road (It'S A Quite Short Road) That Leads To The Heath. There Is A Car Park At Zak'S, Opposite Zaks And One Near &Quot;Pitch And Putt&Quot;.

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Earlham Park
Lovely Park On The Edge Of Uea Campus. Open Fields, The River And Woodlands To Explore. 2 The Gardens Norwich Lancashire NR4 7TQ 5.80 miles

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Salhouse Broad
Broad Car Park Lower St Salhouse Norwich NR13 6RX 6.32 miles

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Ladybelt Country Park
A Woodland And Heathland Walk Not Too Far From The Centre Of Norwich. The Land Was Once Part Of The Ketteringham Hall Estate Owned By Sir John Boulieau, An Eminent Victorian Figure. Hethersett Rd Norwich Lancashire NR14 8HX 6.92 miles

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Bungay And Surrounding Area
Three Circular Walks From Earsham Street Cafe In The Centre Of The Pituresque Waveney Valley Town Of Bungay. There Is A 1 Mile Walk Around The Centre Of The Town, A 2½ Mile Walk Around Outney Common And A 5½ Mile Walk That Takes In Bungay, Earsham And The Bath Hills. 7-9 Earsham St Bungay Lancashire NR35 1AE 10.37 miles

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