Welcome to Metton

Metton is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, England. It is situated approximately 3 miles south-west of the town of Holt and 5 miles north-east 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 Metton Hall.

The village of Metton has a rich history dating back to the medieval period. It was once a thriving agricultural community, with many of its residents working on the surrounding farms and estates. Today, the village is much quieter, with a population of just over 100 people. However, it still retains much of its rural charm and is a popular destination for visitors looking to explore the Norfolk countryside.

Despite its small size, Metton has a strong sense of community and is home to a number of local events and activities throughout the year. These include the annual Metton Village Fete, which takes place in the summer and features a range of stalls, games, and entertainment for all ages. The village also has a popular pub, The Black Boys, which serves a range of local ales and traditional pub food. Overall, Metton is a charming and picturesque village that offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

Local Schools

School	Details
St Marys Endowed Voluntary Aided Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Maureen Burns	Chapel Road Roughton Norwich Norfolk NR11 8AF 01263761368 School Website
Aldborough Primary School Foundation School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Bearman	Alby Hill Aldborough Norwich Norfolk NR11 7PH 1263761264 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
Argyll House Other Independent Special School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Cameron Phillips	201 Holt Road Cromer NR27 9JN 1263514944 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
Cromer Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Whilhelm De Neve	Norwich Road Cromer Norfolk NR27 0EX 1263512155 School Website
Cromer Academy Trust Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Dr Darren Hollingsworth	Norwich Road Cromer Norfolk NR27 0EX 01263511433 School Website
Suffield Park Infant And Nursery School Cromer Community School Ages:4-7 Head Teacher Mrs Nichola Stewart	Mill Road Cromer Norfolk NR27 0AD 01263513296 School Website
Northrepps Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Emily Sacre	Church Street Northrepps Cromer Norfolk NR27 0LG 01263579396 School Website
Overstrand The Belfry Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Titus Cotton	23 Cromer Road Overstrand Cromer Norfolk NR27 0NT 01263576040 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Roughton Road Roughton Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9LN 2.36 Miles

Cromer Holt Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9EB 3.02 Miles

West Runton Station Road, West Runton, Norfolk, NR27 9QD 3.50 Miles

Gunton Station Road, Gunton, Norfolk, NR11 8UD 3.62 Miles

Sheringham Station Approach, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RA 4.45 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
1St Call Cabs - Taxi 01263 519010 20 Harbord Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 0BP 2.78 Miles
My Taxi 01263 514383 8 Lynwood Rd, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 0EE 2.84 Miles
Bernies Taxis 01263 513376 Hillview, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9JT 2.84 Miles
Tonys Taxis 01263 512713 20 Grove Rd, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 0BY 2.92 Miles
Country Cars Cromer Norfolk 01263 515440 22 Cliff Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 0BU 2.96 Miles
Anytime Taxi's 01263 839003 West Street, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9ED 3.12 Miles
L G Taxis Ltd 01263 512564 18 Alfred Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9AN 3.16 Miles
Ace Cabs Cromer 01263 511749 11 Hamilton Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9HL 3.16 Miles
Crystal Taxis 01263 516816 6 Hamilton Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9HL 3.16 Miles
A1 Cabs 01263 513371 11A Church Street, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9ER 3.18 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
War Memorial No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Roughton Grove No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Old Hall No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Common (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Post Office Roughton Garage Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Roughton Mill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Green Felbrigg No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Rectory No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Street Aylmerton Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Park Farm No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Alby Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Street Thurgarton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Green Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chequers Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Council Houses No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Aldborough Surgery 01263 768602	The Surgery Chapel Road, Aldborough Norwich Norfolk NR11 7NP
Cromer Group Practice 01263 513148	Cromer Group Practice Mill Road Cromer Norfolk NR27 0BG
North Norfolk Hub 3 (Cromer) 01263 513148	Cromer Group Practice Mill Road Cromer Norfolk NR27 0BG
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

Local Stores

Cromer
2 Middlebrook Way
Cromer
Norfolk
NR27 9JR
01263 511277
Store Website
2.86 miles

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SPAR - Woodhill Park
Woodhill Park
Cromer Road
East Runton
Norfolk
NR27 9PX
01263 589916
Store Website
3.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Cromer Vets Ltd
48 Overstrand Road Cromer Norfolk NR27 0AJ Website 3.17 miles

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Miramar Veterinary Centre Ltd
15 Weybourne Road Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8HF 01263 822293 reception@miramarvets.co.uk Website 4.61 miles
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Aylsham Vets
12 Hungate Street Aylsham Norfolk NR11 6AA 01263 732130 info@aylshamvets.co.uk Website 6.57 miles
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Taverham Vets Bure Valley
22 Norwich Road Aylsham Norwich Norfolk NR11 6BW 01263 733949 burevalleyvets@gmail.com Website 6.74 miles

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Westover Vets Ltd
Hornbeam Road Hornbeam Business Park North Walsham Norwich Norfolk NR28 0FX 01692 403202 adminsa@westovervets.co.uk Website 7.01 miles
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Glaven Veterinary Practice Ltd
Oakland House Old Station Way Holt Norfolk NR25 6DH 01263 713200 office@glavenvets.co.uk Website 7.40 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 1.77 miles Park Road Or Lions Mouth.

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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 4.36 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 4.42 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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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 5.26 miles

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Blickling Estate
A Walk Around Part Of Blickling Park, Through Woods And Open Parkland. NR11 6NF 5.61 miles 1½ Miles North-West Of Aylsham On B1354, Signposted Off A140 Norwich.

Mundesley Beach
Mundesley Is Another Great Beach For Walking Your Dog In Norfolk. Access Is Via Quite A Steep Pathway So Bear That In Mind. When The Tide Is Out The Beach Is Massive And There Is So Much Space With (In Our Limited Experience) Very Few People Around Off Season. 13 Beach Rd Mundesley Norwich NR11 8BG 7.17 miles

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