Welcome to Great Cressingham

Great Cressingham is a small village located in the Breckland district of Norfolk, England. The village is situated approximately 5 miles east of the town of Swaffham and is home to a population of around 300 people. Great Cressingham is a picturesque village with a rich history and a strong sense of community.

One of the most notable features of Great Cressingham is the village church, St. Michael and All Angels. The church dates back to the 14th century and is a Grade II* listed building. The church is known for its impressive tower, which stands at 90 feet tall and can be seen from miles around. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village.

Great Cressingham is also home to a number of local businesses, including a village shop and post office, a pub, and a garage. The village shop and post office is a vital resource for the local community, providing a range of essential goods and services. The pub, The Old Red Lion, is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike, serving up traditional pub food and a range of drinks. The garage provides a range of services, including MOTs, repairs, and fuel. Overall, Great Cressingham is a charming village with a strong sense of community and a rich history.

Local Schools

School	Details
Ashill Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Steve Creasey	The Oaks Ashill Thetford Norfolk IP25 7AP 01760440403 School Website
Parker's Church Of England Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Disney	Pound Hill Saham Toney Thetford Norfolk IP25 7HP 1953881601 School Website
Watton Junior School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Kemp	Brandon Road Thetford Norfolk IP25 6AL 1953881387 School Website
Watton Westfield Infant And Nursery School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-7 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Kemp	West Road Watton Thetford Norfolk IP25 6AU 1953882669 School Website
Wayland Academy Norfolk Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Glen Allott	Merton Road Watton Thetford Norfolk IP25 6BA 01953881514 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
The Nicholas Hamond Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mark Woodhouse	Brandon Road Swaffham Norfolk PE37 7DZ 01760721480 School Website
Swaffham C Of E Vc Infant And Nursery School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Emily Mcmillen	White Cross Road Swaffham Norfolk PE37 7RF 01760721357 School Website
Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Simon Blain	4 Sporle Road Swaffham Norfolk PE37 7HL 1760721330 School Website
Necton Va Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Victoria Long	School Road Necton Swaffham Norfolk PE37 8HT 01760722975 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Brandon Bridge Street, Brandon, Suffolk, IP27 0BA 9.95 Miles

Thetford Station Road, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 1AH 11.42 Miles

Harling Road Harling Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR16 2QP 11.64 Miles

Lakenheath Station Road, Near Lakenheath, Suffolk, IP27 9AD 12.53 Miles

Eccles Road Station Road, Eccles, Norfolk, NR16 2JG 12.63 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Cressingham Taxis 01760 756057 The Street, Thetford, Norfolk, IP25 6NL 0.20 Miles
Prestige Travel Norfolk 01953 883108 70 Hills Road, Thetford, Norfolk, IP25 7EZ 3.35 Miles
Prestige Airport Transfers 01953 883108 70 Hills Road, Thetford, Norfolk, IP25 7EZ 3.35 Miles
Robins Minibus Hire 07849 523555 Mill Road, Thetford, Norfolk, IP25 6AN 3.70 Miles
Robin's Taxis Of Watton 07902 724426 13 Mill Road, Thetford, Norfolk, IP25 6AN 3.70 Miles
Platinum Cars 01760 725366 4 Nicholas Hamond Way, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7TF 4.40 Miles
Laneys Cars 01760 725767 London Street, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7DJ 4.62 Miles
Denmans Travel 01760 336215 Swaffham, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7BZ 4.87 Miles
2 And Fro Taxis 01760 441536 Plowright Pl, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7LQ 4.89 Miles
2 And Fro Taxis 01760 441536 Plowright Pl, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7LQ 4.89 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Ip25 Priory Drive No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:15:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:30
South Pickenham Collection Today available until:10:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:15
Ip26 The Swan No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Ip25 White Horse Corner No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:15:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:00
Ip25 Moat Farm Cressingham Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
Ip26 Westgate Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:45
Ip25 Crossroads No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip25 Church Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
Ip25 The Arms No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:30
Ip25 The Green No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:15:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Ip25 Hale Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:10:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Ip25 The Oval No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
Ip25 Richmond Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:15:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Ip25 Pages Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
North Pickenham No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Watton Medical Practice 01953 881247	Watton Medical Practice 24 Gregor Shanks Way Watton, Thetford Norfolk IP25 6FA
Campingland Surgery 01760 721211	The Campingland Surgery Campingland Swaffham Norfolk PE37 7RD
Oak Farm Surgery	Oak Farm Surgery North Pickenham Road Necton Swaffham Norfolk PE37 8EF
Necton Surgery 01760 441344	Plowright Surgery North Pickenham Road Necton Swaffham Norfolk PE37 8EF
Manor Farm Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Mangate Street Swaffham PE37 7QN

Local Stores

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

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SPAR Carbrooke
SPAR
4 Vulcan Place
Carbrooke
Thetford
IP25 6XU
01953 882013
Store Website
5.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

The Old Golfhouse Veterinary Group - Watton
Old Golfhouse 4 Goddards Court Watton Thetford Norfolk IP25 6XT 01953 881 415 OGHAdmin@cvsvets.com Website 3.92 miles
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Knott'S Yard Veterinary Practice
Knott'S Yard Griston Road Watton Norfolk IP25 6DL 01953 889750 admin@knottsyardvets.co.uk Website 4.63 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 5.04 miles
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Swaffham Veterinary Centre
Unit 3 Tower Meadow Swaffham Norfolk PE37 7LT 01760 722054 info@swaffhamvets.co.uk Website 5.18 miles
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Integra Veterinary Services
Garth Pig Practice Ltd 32 St. Leonards Street Mundford Thetford Norfolk IP26 5HG 01842 879379 office@integravet.co.uk 5.78 miles
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Dereham Vets
Shipoham Road Toftwood Dereham Norfolk NR19 1NP 07899 914309 tomhume@westovervets.co.uk 10.00 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 11.06 miles

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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 11.14 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 14.11 miles Travel To The End Of Maids Cross Hill Rd Where There Is A Car Park On The Right For The Nature Reserve.

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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 14.71 miles

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Wensum Way And Sparham Pools
20 Lyng Rd Sparham Norwich NR9 5QY 17.04 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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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 17.77 miles

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