Welcome to Banham

Banham is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, England. It is situated approximately 20 miles south-west of Norwich and is known for its beautiful countryside and historic landmarks. The village is home to Banham Zoo, which is a popular attraction for tourists and locals alike. The zoo is home to over 2,000 animals from around the world, including tigers, giraffes, and meerkats.

In addition to the zoo, Banham is also home to the historic Banham Castle. The castle was built in the 16th century and is now a private residence. The castle is surrounded by beautiful gardens and is a popular spot for weddings and other events. Another historic landmark in Banham is the All Saints Church, which dates back to the 14th century. The church is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and is a popular spot for visitors to the village.

Banham is also known for its beautiful countryside and walking trails. The village is surrounded by fields and farmland, making it a great place for a peaceful walk or bike ride. The village is also home to several pubs and restaurants, where visitors can enjoy a meal or a drink after a day of exploring. Overall, Banham is a charming village with plenty to offer visitors, from its historic landmarks to its beautiful countryside.

Local Weather

Mist

Temp: 6.2°C

Feels Like: 3.6°C

Wind: 8.1 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Banham Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Matthew Gamble	Crown Street Banham Norwich Norfolk NR16 2EX 1953887293 School Website
Acorn Park School Other Independent Special School Ages:6-19 Head Teacher Mrs Philippa Whipp	Andrews Furlong Mill Road Banham Norwich Norfolk NR16 2HU 1953888656 School Website
Old Buckenham High School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Elliott	Abbey Road Old Buckenham Attleborough Norfolk NR17 1RL 1953860233 School Website
Old Buckenham Primary School And Nursery Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Mitchell	Abbey Road Old Buckenham Attleborough Norfolk NR17 1RH 1953860380
Kenninghall Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sasha Furze	School Close Kenninghall Norfolk NR16 2EJ 1953887286 School Website
Aurora White House School Other Independent Special School Ages:6-11 Head Teacher Mr David Clarke	Quidenham Norwich Norfolk NR16 2NZ 1953887217 School Website
All Saints Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Winfarthing Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rhiannon Price	Mill Road Winfarthing Diss Norfolk IP22 2DZ 01379642767 School Website
St Andrews C Of E Va Primary School Lopham Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rhiannon Price	The Street North Lopham Diss Norfolk IP22 2LR 01379687253 School Website
Carleton Rode Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Callum Richards	Church Road Carleton Rode Norwich Norfolk NR16 1RW 01953789384 School Website
Bressingham Primary School Foundation School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Dawn Gudde & Joanna Lewis	School Road Bressingham Diss Norfolk IP22 2AR 01379687318 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Eccles Road Station Road, Eccles, Norfolk, NR16 2JG 3.11 Miles

Attleborough Station Road, Attleborough, Norfolk, NR17 2AS 4.35 Miles

Harling Road Harling Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR16 2QP 5.34 Miles

Spooner Row Station Road, Spooner Row, Norfolk, NR18 9AH 6.03 Miles

Diss Station Road, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4HN 6.59 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Banham Taxis 01953 888317 Mill Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR16 2HU 0.34 Miles
Quidenham Taxi 01953 888826 Banham Rd, Norwich, Norfolk, NR16 2PQ 2.27 Miles
Jb Taxis 01379 652014 Church Road, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 2DG 3.85 Miles
Street Cars 01953 453100 50 Maurice Gaymer Rd, Attleborough, Norfolk, NR17 2QZ 4.09 Miles
Grahams Taxis 01953 454600 95 Clover Rd, Attleborough, Norfolk, NR17 2JQ 4.11 Miles
Harling Taxis 07950 189260 54 Brewster, East Harling, Norfolk, NR16 2QH 4.29 Miles
Road-Line Taxis 01953 455725 20 Westfields, Attleborough, Norfolk, NR17 1EY 4.36 Miles
A And G Cars 01953 453210 6 Arlington Gardens, Attleborough, Norfolk, NR17 2ND 4.40 Miles
Norfolk And Beyond Taxis 01953 455203 Bunwell Rd, Attleborough, Norfolk, NR17 2LN 4.62 Miles
Attleboroughtaxis 01953 456767 35 Norfolk Drive, Attleborough, Norfolk, NR17 1QW 4.76 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
The Green Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Banham Street (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mill Road (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Grove Corner (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ragmere Road (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
High Starlings (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dambrigg Corner (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stacksford (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:08:00
Church Street (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Buckenham Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Market Place (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Market Place Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Fen Street/Priest Hill (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:08:00
The Green (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Quidenham Rd (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Kenninghall Practice	Quidenham Road Kenninghall Norwich Norfolk NR16 2EF
Attleborough Surgery 01953 453166	Attleborough Surgery Station Road Attleborough Norfolk NR17 2AS
E Harling & Kenninghall Medical Practice 01953 717204	The Surgery Market St, East Harling Norwich Norfolk NR16 2AD
Dr Lock & Partners 01953 717204	The Surgery Market Street East Harling Norwich Norfolk NR16 2AD
Dr Oxley & Partners 01953 453166	The Surgery Queens Square Attleborough Norwich Norfolk NR17 2AF

Local Stores

East Harling
Market Street
East Harling
Norwick
Norfolk
NR16 2AD
Store Website
4.52 miles

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SPAR Barningham
1
CHURCH ROAD
BARNINGHAM
BURY ST EDMUNDS
IP31 1BT
01359 221826
Store Website
9.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Breckland Veterinary Centre
Unit 6B Snetterton Business Park Harling Road Snetterton Norwich Norfolk NR16 2JU 01953 686000 admin@brecklandvets.co.uk Website 3.73 miles

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Paul Jarman Veterinary Practice Ltd
16 Haverscroft Industrial Estate New Road Attleborough Norfolk NR17 1YE 01953 451452 pauljarman@jarmanvets.co.uk Website 4.04 miles
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Uplands Way Veterinary Clinic
Station Road Attleborough Norfolk NR17 2AS 01953 454945 practice-manager@uplandswayvets.co.uk Website 4.35 miles
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The Old Golfhouse Veterinary Group - Attleborough
Daglas House Connaught Road Attleborough Norfolk NR17 2EJ 01953 451100 OGHAdmin@cvsvets.com Website 4.51 miles
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Uplands Way Veterinary Clinic
Low Road Bressingham Diss Norfolk IP22 2AA 01379 642865 practice-manager@uplandswayvets.co.uk Website 4.79 miles
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Crowshall Veterinary Services
1 Crowshall Lane Attleborough Norfolk NR17 1AD 01953 455454 phammond@crowshall.co.uk Website 5.11 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Wrotham Ling
Sandy Heathland Walk With Small Wooded Area. Wortham Diss IP22 1ST 5.75 miles Make Sure You Go To Wortham Ling And Not The Village Of Wortham Which Is Further South. There Are Two Car Parks.

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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 8.23 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 11.29 miles

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Green Lane
Lovely Dog Walk, Down A Long Lane. About 1 Mile To The Bottom, Which You Can Then Do A Uturn And Extend Your Walk Further Into The Farmers Fields Or Walk Back. New Rd 13.45 miles

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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 14.70 miles

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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 15.84 miles

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Weather Forecast

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