Welcome to Oxborough

Oxborough is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, England. It is situated approximately 10 miles east of the town of King's Lynn and is known for its beautiful countryside and historic buildings. The village is home to a number of listed buildings, including the 14th-century church of St. John the Evangelist, which is considered to be one of the finest examples of medieval architecture in the county.

One of the most notable features of Oxborough is its moated manor house, Oxburgh Hall. The hall was built in the 15th century and is now owned by the National Trust. It is open to the public and visitors can explore the house and its beautiful gardens. The hall is also home to a collection of historic artifacts, including a rare 16th-century tapestry that depicts the story of Abraham.

Despite its small size, Oxborough has a strong sense of community and is home to a number of local businesses and amenities. The village has a primary school, a post office, and a pub, as well as a number of small shops and businesses. The surrounding countryside is also popular with walkers and cyclists, with a number of scenic routes and trails to explore. Overall, Oxborough is a charming and picturesque village that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and natural beauty of Norfolk.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 6.1°C

Feels Like: 0.8°C

Wind: 24.2 MPH

Wind Dir: SSE

Local Schools

School	Details
Gooderstone Church Of England Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Godbold	The Street Gooderstone Kings Lynn Norfolk PE33 9BP 01366328280 School Website
Sheridan House School Other Independent Special School Ages:8-19 Head Teacher Ms Ursula Castillo	Thetford Rd Northwold Thetford Norfolk IP26 5LQ 1366726040 School Website
The Norman Church Of England Primary School Northwold Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Anna Fisher	School Lane Northwold Thetford Norfolk IP26 5NB 01366728241 School Website
All Saints Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Katherine Howe	Wretton Road Stoke Ferry Kings Lynn Norfolk PE33 9QJ 01366501050 School Website
Iceni Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-19 Head Teacher Ms Lesley Hogg/ Mrs Emma Owner	Stoke Road Methwold Thetford Norfolk IP26 4PE 01366728333 School Website
Duchy Of Lancaster Methwold C Of E Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Damon Finney	Hythe Road Methwold Thetford Norfolk IP26 4PP 01366728280 School Website
Cherry Tree Academy Trust Marham Infant Academy Converter Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mrs Michaela Webb	Cedar Road Upper Marham Kings Lynn Norfolk PE33 9LT 01760337217 School Website
Cherry Tree Academy Trust Marham Junior Academy Sponsor Led Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Michaela Webb	Hillside Marham Kings Lynn Norfolk PE33 9JJ 01760337346 School Website
Mundford Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Godbold	St Leonard's Street Mundford Thetford Norfolk IP26 5ED 01842878278 School Website
Swaffham C Of E Vc Junior School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Miss Nicola Kaye	Brandon Road Swaffham Norfolk PE37 7EA 01760721831 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Downham Market Railway Road, Downham Market, Norfolk, PE38 9EN 8.87 Miles

Brandon Bridge Street, Brandon, Suffolk, IP27 0BA 9.20 Miles

Lakenheath Station Road, Near Lakenheath, Suffolk, IP27 9AD 9.55 Miles

Watlington Station Road, Watlington, Norfolk, PE33 0JF 10.02 Miles

Shippea Hill Off A1101 Burnt Fen Turnpike / Mild, Shippea Hill, Suffolk, CB7 4SR 12.90 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Marham Taxis 01760 338158 Villebois Rd, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, PE33 9JD 5.64 Miles
Goddard's Taxis 01842 754000 115 The Lammas, Thetford, Norfolk, IP26 5DS 5.76 Miles
Pjs Taxi 01366 385904 Adelphi Terrace, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, PE33 9DY 6.09 Miles
Al's Cabs 01760 720002 52 Highfield Av, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7PS 6.36 Miles
Denmans Travel 01760 336215 Swaffham, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7BZ 6.39 Miles
Laneys Cars 01760 725767 London Street, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7DJ 6.39 Miles
Matts Cabs 01760 722230 Bridleway House/Shouldham La, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7BH 6.40 Miles
2 And Fro Taxis 01760 441536 Plowright Pl, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7LQ 6.48 Miles
2 And Fro Taxis 01760 441536 Plowright Pl, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7LQ 6.48 Miles
Cressingham Taxis 01760 756057 The Street, Thetford, Norfolk, IP25 6NL 6.49 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Oxborough Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
Gooderstone Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:08:45
Eastmoor Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:07:45
Gooderstone Church Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip26 School Road Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Ip26(D) School Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Whittington Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Pe33 Oxborough Road Stoke Ferry Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Beachamwell Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Shingham Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Ip26 West End Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
High Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Buckenham Drive Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Crossroads Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip26 34 High Street Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Boughton Surgery 01366 500331	The Surgery Chapel Road Boughton, Kings Lynn Norfolk PE33 9AG
St George's Hall (Feltwell Surgery)	High Street Methwold Thetford Norfolk IP26 4NT
Marham Medical Centre	Marham Medical Centre Burnthouse Drove Upper Marham King's Lynn Norfolk PE33 9NP
Marham Surgery 01760 337394	The Surgery The Street Marham Norfolk PE33 9HP
Village Community Centre 01842 810206	Mundford Village Hll St Leonards Sreet Mundford Thetford Norfolk IP26 5DP

Local Stores

Petrol Necton - Tuns Lane
2 Rudge Way
Necton
Swaffham
Norfolk
PE37 8DQ
01760 723928
Store Website
9.82 miles

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SPAR - Whittington Garage
Whittington Garage
Whittington
Stoke Ferry
PE33 9TF
01366 500320
Store Website
2.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Integra Veterinary Services
Garth Pig Practice Ltd 32 St. Leonards Street Mundford Thetford Norfolk IP26 5HG 01842 879379 office@integravet.co.uk 5.98 miles
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Vets 1 Group
Home Farm Barns Downham Road Crimplesham King'S Lynn Norfolk PE33 9DU 01366 384 644 info@vets-one.co.uk Website 6.35 miles
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The Grove Veterinary Hospital &Amp; Clinics - Swaffham
17/19 Lynn Street Swaffham Norfolk PE37 7AU 01760 723739 Grove.enquiries@cvsvets.com Website 6.53 miles
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Swaffham Veterinary Centre
Unit 3 Tower Meadow Swaffham Norfolk PE37 7LT 01760 722054 info@swaffhamvets.co.uk Website 6.87 miles
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Paul Jarman Veterinary Practice Ltd
The Veterinary Surgery 2 Short Beck Feltwell Norfolk IP26 4AD 01842 828938 pauljarman@jarmanvets.co.uk Website 7.00 miles
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The Hollies Veterinary Clinic
Paradise Road Downham Market Norfolk PE38 9JE 01366 386655 info@lrvc.co.uk Website 8.51 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Brandon Country Park
Located In The Vast Thetford Forest, Brandon Lies In The Very Heart Of The Brecks. A Wild Landscape Of Dark Forests, Open Heathlands, Sandy Soils And Iconic Belts Of Pine Trees That Straddles The Suffolk And Norfolk Border. You Can Explore With Your Dog One Of 4 Nature Trails By Foot, Or Cycle Along Forest Tracks On The Poachers Trail. Brandon Country Park Bury Rd Brandon IP27 0SU 10.42 miles

Location what3words piper.horns.spectacle

Brandon Country Park
There's A Choice Of Four Trails To Explore At Brandon Country Park, From The Easy 0.9-Mile Redwood Trail (Red Walk) To The 6.2-Mile Firecrest Trail (Orange Walk). Here, Though, We Follow The Mid-Range Forest And Heath Train (Purple Walk). You Will Walk Into A Working Forest, On A Circular Route Through The Arboretum And Into The Deeper Thetford Forest With Acres Of Evergreen Scots Pine Plantation. IP27 0SU 10.49 miles Off The A1065, Take The B1106 South From Brandon To Brandon Country Park.

Maidscross Hill
Maidscross Hill Is A Heathland Area With Old Chalk And Gravel Workings. It Is A Local Nature Reserve And Sssi Designated For Its Wildlife Value, Particularly Plant Life. The Patches Of Chalky And Sandy Topsoil Are Habitat For An Interesting Range Of Breckland Species, Some Rare. The Site Gives Views Over Raf Lakenheath Airfield And The Western Brecks Landscape. This Is A Great Location For Yor Dog To Run Free, Playing With Others In A Natural, Safe Environment. Maidscross Hill Nature Reserve Maids Cross Hill Lakenheath Brandon IP27 9EJ 11.70 miles Travel To The End Of Maids Cross Hill Rd Where There Is A Car Park On The Right For The Nature Reserve.

Location what3words tarred.defeat.positions

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 17.18 miles Norfolk

Location what3words ounce.judges.quiz

Dersingham Bog
Dersingham Bog Norfolk Lancashire 17.58 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

Location what3words maple.dividing.removers

Knettishall Heath
Great Walking Area, With Several Coloured Paths To Choose From. If Your Dog Loves A Walk With Water Then This Is Perfect. Unnamed Road Lancashire 18.51 miles

Location what3words flamingo.fills.parkway

Weather Forecast

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