Welcome to Needham

Needham is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, England. It is situated approximately 20 miles south of Norwich and 10 miles north of Diss. 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 Needham is the 14th-century church of St. Peter and St. Paul, which is a Grade I listed building. The church features a number of interesting architectural features, including a 15th-century font and a 17th-century pulpit.

In addition to its historic buildings, Needham is also home to a number of local businesses and amenities. The village has a post office, a village hall, and a pub called The Swan. The pub is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike, and serves a range of traditional pub food and drinks. Needham is also home to a number of small businesses, including a garage, a hair salon, and a farm shop.

Despite its small size, Needham is a vibrant and welcoming community. The village hosts a number of events throughout the year, including a summer fete and a Christmas market. There are also a number of local clubs and societies, including a gardening club and a history society. Whether you are a resident or a visitor, there is always something to see and do in Needham.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 4.2°C

Feels Like: -1°C

Wind: 18.8 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
The Harleston Sancroft Academy (A 3-16 Church Of England School) Academy Converter Ages:3-16 Head Teacher Rob Connelly	Wilderness Lane Harleston Norfolk IP20 9DD 1379852561 School Website
Mendham Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Simon Lea	Mendham Harleston Norfolk IP20 0NJ 1379852520 School Website
Fressingfield Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Mark Taylor	School Lane, Stradbroke Road Fressingfield Eye Suffolk IP21 5RU 1379586393 School Website
Pulham Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Harriet Beckett	Harleston Road Pulham Market Diss Norfolk IP21 4SZ 01379676313 School Website
Dickleburgh Church Of England Primary Academy (With Pre-School) Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Moira Croskell	Harvey Lane Dickleburgh Diss Norfolk IP21 4NL 1379740080 School Website
St Edmund's Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Simon Lea	Heckfield Green Hoxne Eye Suffolk IP21 5AD 1379668283 School Website
Alburgh With Denton Church Of England Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Leigh Goodhew	School Road Alburgh Harleston Norfolk IP20 0BW 1986788678 School Website
Stradbroke Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Hannah Hunt	Queen Street Stradbroke Eye Suffolk IP21 5HH 1379384415 School Website
Tivetshall Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Debbie Ridgeon	School Road Tivetshall St Mary Norwich Norfolk NR15 2BP 1379677350 School Website
Scole Church Of England Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jo Cerullo	Norwich Road Scole Diss Norfolk IP21 4ED 1379740654 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Diss Station Road, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4HN 6.27 Miles

Halesworth Station Road, Halesworth, Suffolk, IP19 8BZ 10.30 Miles

Brampton (Suffolk) Station Road, Near Brampton, Suffolk, NR34 8EF 11.55 Miles

Spooner Row Station Road, Spooner Row, Norfolk, NR18 9AH 12.82 Miles

Darsham Main Road (A12), Near Darsham, Suffolk, IP17 3PN 13.21 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Pj's Cabs 07789 847234 The Glebe/School La, Diss, Norfolk, IP21 4HU 2.64 Miles
A L M Taxis 01379 608602 2 Bank Street, Diss, Norfolk, IP21 4TG 3.57 Miles
Barry's Taxis 01379 643886 17 Falcon Av, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4PE 6.30 Miles
Taxis Diss 07821 739011 13 Falcon Ave, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4PE 6.30 Miles
Scole Cabs 01379 741471 Station Rd, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4HN 6.30 Miles
A2b Cars 01379 652339 112 Willbye Av, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4NP 6.44 Miles
Quick Cabs 01379 641123 Riverside Maltings/Rose La, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4RA 6.44 Miles
Fareway Taxis 01379 640556 Victoria Road, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4JG 6.64 Miles
Elite County Cars 01379 873383 18 Victoria Hill, Eye, Suffolk, IP23 7HJ 6.71 Miles
Diamond Taxis 07765 666444 20 Heywood Rd, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4DJ 6.78 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
High Road Needham Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip21 Upper Weybread Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip20 Cross Roads Starston Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip20 Needham Road Harleston Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip21 One Eye Lane Weybread Diss Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip21 Heath House Weybread Diss Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip20 London Road Harleston Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Street Brockdish Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip20 Wilderness Lane Harleston Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip20 Fuller Road Harleston Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Harleston Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Ip20 Mendham Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip20 Weavers Croft Harleston Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip21 Church Lane Brockdish Diss Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip21 The Street Weybread Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Paddock Road Surgery	Paddock Road Harleston Norfolk IP20 9AR
Harleston Medical Practice 01379 853217	Harleston Medical Pract. Bullock Fair Close Harleston Norfolk IP20 9AT
Fressingfield Medical Centre 01379 586456	Fressingfield Medical Ctr New Street, Fressingfield Eye Suffolk IP21 5PJ
Church Hill Surgery 01379 676227	Church Hill Surgery Station Rd, Pulham Market Diss Norfolk IP21 4TX
Stradbroke Surgery	Stradbroke Medical Centre Wilby Road Stradbroke Eye Suffolk IP21 5JN

Local Stores

Harleston New
Bullock Fair Close
Harleston
Norfolk
IP20 9AT
01379 262150
Store Website
1.72 miles

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SPAR - Stradbroke
Waterloo Road
Church Street
Stradbroke
IP21 5HT
01379 388 547
Store Website
4.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Oakwood Veterinary Practice Ltd
Oakwood House Fuller Road Harleston Norfolk IP20 9EA 01379 852146 admin@oakwoodvets.co.uk Website 1.62 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Cherry Tree Vets Ltd
3 Broad Street Harleston Norfolk IP20 9AZ 01379 852999 harleston@cherrytree-vets.co.uk Website 1.72 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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24 Hour emergency service 01379852999
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24 Hour emergency service 01379852999
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24 Hour emergency service 01379852999
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24 Hour emergency service 01379852999
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24 Hour emergency service 01379852999
Sat	15:00	18:00
Open clinic - no appointment required Diss practice open clinic 10am-1pm
Sun	closed	closed
24 Hour emergency service 01379852999

Linden House Veterinary Centre
70 Mission Road Diss Norfolk IP22 4HX 01379 651183 enquiries@lindenhousevets.com Website 6.18 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Cherry Tree Vets Ltd
Cherry Tree Stables Roydon Road Diss Suffolk IP22 4LN 01379 870999 info@cherrytree-vets.co.uk Website 7.04 miles
Amenities Out-of-hours service only
Animals Treated
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24 hour emergency service 01379870999
Tue	08:00	18:15
24 hour emergency service 01379870999
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24 hour emergency service 01379870999
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24 hour emergency service 01379870999
Fri	08:00	18:15
24 hour emergency service 01379870999
Sat	10:00	13:00
24 hour emergency service 01379870999
Sun	closed	closed
24 hour emergency service 01379870999

Vet3 Equine Care Ltd
Carmel Works Denmark Street Diss Norfolk IP22 4AS 01379 831456 info@vet3equinecare.co.uk Website 7.14 miles
Amenities Out-of-hours service only
Animals Treated
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24/7 out of hours service offered out of these times
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24/7 out of hours service offered out of these times
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24/7 out of hours service offered outside of these times
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24/7 out of hours service offered outside of these times
Fri	08:30	17:00
24/7 out of hours service offered outside of these times
Sat	closed	closed
24/7 out of hours service offered outside of these times
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24/7 out of hours service offered out of these times

Chapelfield Veterinary Partnership
Wellesley Road Tharston Industrial Estate Long Stratton Norfolk NR15 2PD 01508 530686 longstratton@chapelfieldvets.co.uk Website 7.21 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Local Dog Walks

A Walk In The Saints
A Long Circular Walk Taking In The 2-Moated Buildings In The Area-Either Take A Picnic Or Refresh Yourself With A Pint And A Sandwich At St Peters Hall (Normally Open Wednesday To Sunday But Telephone Beforehand 01986 782288) Abbey Rd Bungay Lancashire NR35 1NL 6.48 miles

Location what3words photo.interest.difficult

Wrotham Ling
Sandy Heathland Walk With Small Wooded Area. Wortham Diss IP22 1ST 8.49 miles Make Sure You Go To Wortham Ling And Not The Village Of Wortham Which Is Further South. There Are Two Car Parks.

Location what3words completed.reeling.tidy

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 8.54 miles

Location what3words agreed.swooned.rainbow

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 13.56 miles

Location what3words inspector.buying.gone

Westleton Heath
Ah Ha! This Is A Lovely Suffolk Walk. Accessible From A Number Of Places, It Includes Heath And Forest. In August The Heather Blazes: Lovely Purple Colour And A Sweet Smell Of Honey. Dogs May Or May Not Be Interested In This, But Love This Walk, Which Has Paths Galore Through Woods And Over Streams, Along Board Walks, Across Fields And Through Moorland. In The Summer, Part Is Lead Only, But There Remain Loads Of Areas Still Open To Off Lead Walking. Dunwich Rd Lancashire 16.19 miles Westleton/Dunwich

Location what3words powder.difficult.sheds

Dunwich Forest
Take The Road To Dunwich From Hinton Five Fingers And There Are Lots Of Walks On Both Sides Of The Road. Ample Free Parking. Walks Are Wooded Mainly, But There Are Lots Of Open Bracken-Ey Areas Too. Wild Ponies Graze In Parts, And There Are Red Deer To Be Seen, Too. Dog Heaven (And Not Too Bad For Humans, Too). 2 Westleton Rd Saxmundham Lancashire IP17 3DE 16.35 miles

Location what3words corrode.gears.atomic

Weather Forecast

Tuesday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	9.2°C	8.1°C	7.3°C	6.5°C	5.4°C	5.8°C	7.9°C	13.5°C	14.5°C	11.6°C	10.6°C	5.2°C
Feels Like	6.9°C	6.1°C	4.7°C	3.4°C	2.4°C	2.7°C	5°C	12.8°C	13.6°C	10.2°C	5.5°C	3°C

Wednesday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Partly Cloudy
Temp	3.8°C	2.7°C	1.5°C	1.1°C	1.4°C	4.3°C	9.3°C	12.4°C	12.8°C	11.3°C	9.6°C	9.2°C
Feels Like	1.3°C	0.3°C	-1.3°C	-2.1°C	-1.1°C	2.2°C	7.6°C	11.1°C	11.8°C	10°C	7.7°C	7°C

Thursday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Partly Cloudy	Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast	Heavy rain at times	Moderate rain	Moderate rain	Heavy rain at times	Moderate or heavy rain in area with thunder	Moderate or heavy rain in area with thunder	Overcast	Overcast
Temp	7.8°C	7.4°C	7.2°C	6.9°C	7.2°C	8.1°C	9.7°C	12.3°C	14.1°C	14.8°C	15°C	11.4°C
Feels Like	5.2°C	4.5°C	4.2°C	3.8°C	4.5°C	5.7°C	7.1°C	10°C	12.1°C	12.9°C	14.1°C	9.9°C

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