Welcome to Thornage

Thornage is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, England. It is situated approximately 3 miles north-west of the market town of Holt and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is home to a small population of around 200 people and has a rich history dating back to the Domesday Book of 1086.

One of the most notable features of Thornage is its beautiful church, St Mary's. The church dates back to the 14th century and is a Grade II listed building. It features a stunning tower and spire, as well as a number of interesting architectural details. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village.

Thornage is also home to a number of small businesses, including a farm shop and a pub. The village is surrounded by farmland and is known for its agricultural heritage. The local pub, The Chequers, is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike, serving up traditional pub fare and a range of local ales. Overall, Thornage is a charming and picturesque village that offers visitors a glimpse into rural life in Norfolk.

Local Schools

School	Details
Astley Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jennifer Goakes	Fakenham Road Melton Constable Norfolk NR24 2HH 1263860212 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
Gresham's School Other Independent School Ages:2-18 Head Teacher Mr Douglas Robb	Cromer Road Holt Norfolk NR25 6EA 1263714500 School Website
Langham Village School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Polly Kossowicz	North Street Langham Holt Norfolk NR25 7DG 01328830377 School Website
Hindringham Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Miss Tom Snowdon	Wells Road Hindringham Fakenham Norfolk NR21 0PL 01328878323 School Website
Blakeney Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Tom Snowdon	Wiveton Road Blakeney Holt Norfolk NR25 7NJ 01263740531 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
Corpusty Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jacqui Lound	Norwich Road Corpusty Norwich Norfolk NR11 6QG 1263587320 School Website
Little Snoring Community Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Suzannah Hayes	Thursford Road Little Snoring Fakenham Norfolk NR21 0JN 1328878362
All Saints Church Of England Va Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Victoria Mcconnell	Fulmodeston Road Stibbard Fakenham Norfolk NR21 0LT 01328829228 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Sheringham Station Approach, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RA 7.89 Miles

West Runton Station Road, West Runton, Norfolk, NR27 9QD 9.07 Miles

Cromer Holt Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9EB 10.78 Miles

Roughton Road Roughton Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9LN 10.84 Miles

Gunton Station Road, Gunton, Norfolk, NR11 8UD 12.61 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Prestige Cars 01263 712791 26 Thompson Avenue, Holt, Norfolk, NR25 6EN 2.35 Miles
Stuart's Taxi And Travel Norfolk 01263 710088 33 New Street, Holt, Norfolk, NR25 6BD 2.35 Miles
Parkside Cars 01328 878777 Fakenham Rd, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 0BD 4.38 Miles
Strong Cars 01263 740283 11 Queens Close, Holt, Norfolk, NR25 7PQ 4.85 Miles
Anglia Taxis 01328 878111 1 Cushing Drive, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 0NY 6.14 Miles
Corpusty Cars 01263 587491 Pond House, Norwich, Norfolk, NR11 7DD 6.27 Miles
North Norfolk Airport Cars 01263 823382 3 Seaview Crescent, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8XR 7.46 Miles
A1 Taxis Ltd 01263 822228 21 St. Peters Rd, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8QY 7.84 Miles
Anglia Taxis 01263 822222 77 Station Road, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RG 7.91 Miles
Stuarts Taxis And Travel 01263 824444 33 New Street, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8EE 7.94 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Holt Road (D) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Street (D) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brinton Arch (D) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Street (D) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stody (D) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Village Hall (D) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Burgh Stubbs (D) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sharrington Church (D) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Green (D) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Thornage Road (D) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Melton Constable Road (D) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Street (D) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Melton Constable Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
The Lanes (D) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hillside Estate (D) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Melton Constable Surgery	Grove Road Melton Constable Norfolk NR24 2DE
Holt Medical Practice 01263 712461	Kelling Hospital Old Cromer Road High Kelling, Holt Norfolk NR25 6QA
Blakeney Surgery	Queens Close Langham Road Blakeney Holt Norfolk NR25 7PQ
Dr Acheson & Partners	Cleaves Drive Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6EQ
Sheringham Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Cromer Road Sheringham NR26 8RT

Local Stores

Melton Constable
71-73 Briston Road
Melton Constable
Norfolk
NR24 2AP
01263 861173
Store Website
1.96 miles

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SPAR Blakeney
SPAR
7 - 9 Westgate Street
Blakeney
NR25 7NQ
01263 740339
Store Website
5.0 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 2.34 miles
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Miramar Veterinary Centre Ltd
15 Weybourne Road Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8HF 01263 822293 reception@miramarvets.co.uk Website 7.67 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 8.33 miles
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Summerhill Veterinary Centre
14 Queens Road Fakenham Norfolk NR21 8DB 01328 855814 summerhillvets@onetel.com Website 8.87 miles
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Glaven Veterinary Practice Ltd
The Old Mill Maryland Wells-Next-The-Sea Norfolk NR23 1LY 01328 711022 office@glavenvets.co.uk Website 9.19 miles
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Wensum Valley Veterinary Surgeons
Racecourse Drive Dereham Road Fakenham Norfolk NR21 7NA 01328 864444 wensumvalleyvets@gmail.com Website 9.60 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 6.32 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 6.53 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 8.02 miles

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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 8.87 miles Park Road Or Lions Mouth.

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Blickling Estate
A Walk Around Part Of Blickling Park, Through Woods And Open Parkland. NR11 6NF 9.23 miles 1½ Miles North-West Of Aylsham On B1354, Signposted Off A140 Norwich.

Wells Next The Sea
Dog Friendly Beach Walk That Stretches For Miles Toward Holkham. Beautiful Sandy Beach, Sand Dunes And Dog Friendly Cafe. 32 Mill Ct Wells-Next-The-Sea Lancashire NR23 1HF 9.55 miles

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