Welcome to Briston

Briston is a village located in the county of Norfolk, England. It is situated approximately 4 miles south-east of the town of Holt and 5 miles north-west of the market town of Aylsham. The village has a population of around 1,500 people and is known for its beautiful countryside, historic buildings, and friendly community.

One of the most notable landmarks in Briston is the All Saints Church, which dates back to the 14th century. The church is a Grade I listed building and features a stunning tower, stained glass windows, and intricate carvings. Another popular attraction in the village is the Briston Mill, which was built in the 18th century and is now a private residence. The mill is a unique example of Norfolk's industrial heritage and is a testament to the village's rich history.

Briston is also home to a number of local businesses, including a post office, convenience store, and several pubs and restaurants. The village has a strong sense of community and hosts a variety of events throughout the year, such as the Briston Festival and the Briston Christmas Lights Switch-On. With its picturesque surroundings, historic landmarks, and friendly atmosphere, Briston is a charming village that is well worth a visit.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: 4.3°C

Feels Like: 1.3°C

Wind: 7.8 MPH

Wind Dir: WSW

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
Corpusty Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jacqui Lound	Norwich Road Corpusty Norwich Norfolk NR11 6QG 1263587320 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
Foulsham Primary School Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jacqui Lound	High Street Foulsham Dereham Norfolk NR20 5RT 1362683389 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
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
Langham Village School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Polly Kossowicz	North Street Langham Holt Norfolk NR25 7DG 01328830377 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
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

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Sheringham Station Approach, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RA 8.74 Miles

West Runton Station Road, West Runton, Norfolk, NR27 9QD 9.65 Miles

Roughton Road Roughton Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9LN 10.94 Miles

Cromer Holt Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9EB 11.07 Miles

Gunton Station Road, Gunton, Norfolk, NR11 8UD 11.98 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Prestige Cars 01263 712791 26 Thompson Avenue, Holt, Norfolk, NR25 6EN 3.54 Miles
Stuart's Taxi And Travel Norfolk 01263 710088 33 New Street, Holt, Norfolk, NR25 6BD 3.80 Miles
Corpusty Cars 01263 587491 Pond House, Norwich, Norfolk, NR11 7DD 4.60 Miles
Parkside Cars 01328 878777 Fakenham Rd, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 0BD 4.65 Miles
Anglia Taxis 01328 878111 1 Cushing Drive, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 0NY 6.27 Miles
Sandras Cabs 01603 870687 Broomhill, Norwich, Norfolk, NR10 4QY 6.86 Miles
Strong Cars 01263 740283 11 Queens Close, Holt, Norfolk, NR25 7PQ 7.07 Miles
Universal Cars 01603 879024 19 Gayford Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR10 4AU 7.36 Miles
North Norfolk Airport Cars 01263 823382 3 Seaview Crescent, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8XR 8.20 Miles
Dave Taxis 01362 668500 Silverstone Cottage/Heath Rd, East Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 5EU 8.50 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Briston Post Office Collection Today available until:10:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Chequers Close (D) Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Westend Horseshoe Common (D) Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Lanes (D) Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mill Road (D) Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hall Street (D) Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hillside Estate (D) Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Melton Constable Post Office Collection Today available until:10:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Craymere Beck (D) Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stody (D) Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Burgh Stubbs (D) Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Green (D) Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Melton Constable Road (D) Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stud Farm Melton Hall (D) Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brinton Arch (D) Collection Today available until:07:00 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
Reepham & Aylsham Medical Practice 01263 733693	The Surgery Smugglers Lane Reepham Norwich NR10 4QT
Reepham Surgery	Smugglers Lane Reepham Norwich Norfolk NR10 4QT
Blakeney Surgery	Queens Close Langham Road Blakeney Holt Norfolk NR25 7PQ

Local Stores

Briston
18 Church Street
Briston
Melton Constable
Norfolk
NR24 2HN
01263 862411
Store Website
0.01 miles

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SPAR - Harvest- Roughton
SPAR Store
Norwich Road
Roughton
NR11 8SJ
01144 810 997
Store Website
3.7 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 3.69 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 8.30 miles
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Miramar Veterinary Centre Ltd
15 Weybourne Road Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8HF 01263 822293 reception@miramarvets.co.uk Website 8.56 miles
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Summerhill Veterinary Centre
14 Queens Road Fakenham Norfolk NR21 8DB 01328 855814 summerhillvets@onetel.com Website 8.84 miles
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Aylsham Vets
12 Hungate Street Aylsham Norfolk NR11 6AA 01263 732130 info@aylshamvets.co.uk Website 9.01 miles
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Taverham Vets Bure Valley
22 Norwich Road Aylsham Norwich Norfolk NR11 6BW 01263 733949 burevalleyvets@gmail.com Website 9.20 miles

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Local Dog Walks

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 6.54 miles

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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 7.06 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 7.33 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
A Walk Around Part Of Blickling Park, Through Woods And Open Parkland. NR11 6NF 7.70 miles 1½ Miles North-West Of Aylsham On B1354, Signposted Off A140 Norwich.

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 9.04 miles Park Road Or Lions Mouth.

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Wensum Way And Sparham Pools
20 Lyng Rd Sparham Norwich NR9 5QY 9.28 miles From A1067 Travel Towards Lyng And Entrance Is On The Left Before You Go Over The Bridge To Enter Lyng Village. From Dereham Go All The Way Through Lyng Village And Over The Bridge, Entrance Is On The Right About 160 Meters.

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Weather Forecast

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