Welcome to Gunthorpe

Gunthorpe is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, England. It is situated on the River Glaven and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 200 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. Gunthorpe is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the natural beauty of the English countryside.

One of the main attractions in Gunthorpe is the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 14th century. The church is a beautiful example of medieval architecture and is known for its stunning stained glass windows. Visitors can also explore the churchyard, which is home to a number of historic graves and monuments. Another popular attraction in Gunthorpe is the River Glaven, which is a great spot for fishing and boating. The river is home to a variety of fish, including trout and pike, and is a popular destination for anglers.

Gunthorpe is also home to a number of local businesses, including a village shop and post office, a pub, and a farm shop. The village shop and post office is a great place to pick up essentials, while the pub is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. The farm shop is known for its fresh produce, including locally grown vegetables and meats. Overall, Gunthorpe is a charming village that offers visitors a chance to experience the beauty of the English countryside and the warmth of a close-knit community.

Local Weather

Sunny

Temp: 6.3°C

Feels Like: 2.4°C

Wind: 14.3 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
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
Astley Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jennifer Goakes	Fakenham Road Melton Constable Norfolk NR24 2HH 1263860212 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
Langham Village School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Polly Kossowicz	North Street Langham Holt Norfolk NR25 7DG 01328830377 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
Holt Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Simon Walters	Norwich Road Holt Norfolk NR25 6SG 01263713107 School Website
Walsingham Ce Va Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Tom Snowdon	Wells Road Great Walsingham Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6DU 01328820265 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
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
Foulsham Primary School Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jacqui Lound	High Street Foulsham Dereham Norfolk NR20 5RT 1362683389 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Sheringham Station Approach, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RA 10.22 Miles

West Runton Station Road, West Runton, Norfolk, NR27 9QD 11.42 Miles

Cromer Holt Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9EB 13.13 Miles

Roughton Road Roughton Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9LN 13.17 Miles

Gunton Station Road, Gunton, Norfolk, NR11 8UD 14.76 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Parkside Cars 01328 878777 Fakenham Rd, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 0BD 2.04 Miles
Anglia Taxis 01328 878111 1 Cushing Drive, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 0NY 3.79 Miles
Stuart's Taxi And Travel Norfolk 01263 710088 33 New Street, Holt, Norfolk, NR25 6BD 4.65 Miles
Prestige Cars 01263 712791 26 Thompson Avenue, Holt, Norfolk, NR25 6EN 4.69 Miles
Strong Cars 01263 740283 11 Queens Close, Holt, Norfolk, NR25 7PQ 5.46 Miles
Bay Kars 01328 853868 3 Queen's Road, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 8BS 6.65 Miles
Betjemann's Private Hire 01328 711114 38C Creake Road, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 9NQ 7.44 Miles
Tiny's Taxi's 01328 888888 40 Moor Lane, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 9PX 7.62 Miles
Corpusty Cars 01263 587491 Pond House, Norwich, Norfolk, NR11 7DD 7.71 Miles
Wensum Private Hire 01328 853389 Tente, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 9PY 7.75 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Swanton Road (D) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bale Post Office Weekday Last Collection:15:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
The Oaks (D) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Crawfish P.H. (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
Sharrington Church (D) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Street (D) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Swanton Novers (D) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stud Farm Melton 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
Village Hall (D) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Street (D) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Hall (D) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brinton Arch (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
Dr Acheson & Partners	Cleaves Drive Walsingham Norfolk NR22 6EQ
Blakeney Surgery	Queens Close Langham Road Blakeney Holt Norfolk NR25 7PQ
North Norfolk Hub 1 (Fakenham) 01328 851321	Fakenham Medical Practice Meditrina Hse, Trinity Rd Fakenham NR21 8SY
Fakenham Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Meditrina Park Trinity Road Fakenham Norfolk NR21 8SY

Local Stores

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

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SPAR Blakeney
SPAR
7 - 9 Westgate Street
Blakeney
NR25 7NQ
01263 740339
Store Website
5.7 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 4.67 miles
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Animals Treated
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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 5.99 miles
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Summerhill Veterinary Centre
14 Queens Road Fakenham Norfolk NR21 8DB 01328 855814 summerhillvets@onetel.com Website 6.52 miles
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Wensum Valley Veterinary Surgeons
Racecourse Drive Dereham Road Fakenham Norfolk NR21 7NA 01328 864444 wensumvalleyvets@gmail.com Website 7.27 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 7.90 miles
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Animals Treated
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Miramar Veterinary Centre Ltd
15 Weybourne Road Sheringham Norfolk NR26 8HF 01263 822293 reception@miramarvets.co.uk Website 9.99 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 8.22 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 8.66 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 8.87 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 9.63 miles

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Holkham Beach North Norfolk
Four Miles Of White Sand Fringed With Sand Dunes And Pine Woods: One Of The Most Beautiful Beaches In The World! Part Of One Of The Largest Nature Reserves In The Country, Managed By Natural England In Partnership With The Holkham Estate. Featured At The End Of "Shakespeare In Love" And Bliss For Dogs, Horses And Humans! Parking On Lady Anne's Drive Is A Bit Expensive: £2-5, But You Can Park For Free By Approaching From Either Wells Or Burnham Overy Staithe. Norfolk Coast Path 10.11 miles Near Wells-Next-The-Sea, North Norfolk

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Blickling Estate
A Walk Around Part Of Blickling Park, Through Woods And Open Parkland. NR11 6NF 10.80 miles 1½ Miles North-West Of Aylsham On B1354, Signposted Off A140 Norwich.

Weather Forecast

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Cloudy	Patchy rain nearby	Patchy rain nearby	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast
Temp	15°C	14.9°C	14.8°C	14.7°C	15.9°C	17.6°C	20°C	13.7°C	6.8°C	3.2°C	0.6°C	-1.1°C
Feels Like	14.2°C	13.6°C	13.1°C	13°C	15°C	17.4°C	19.9°C	11.5°C	1.9°C	-2.6°C	-6.4°C	-8.8°C

Monday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear
Temp	-2.3°C	-3.9°C	-5.6°C	-7°C	-7.1°C	-6.1°C	-4.1°C	-2.2°C	-1.7°C	-2.3°C	-4.1°C	-6.9°C
Feels Like	-10.3°C	-12.8°C	-15°C	-16.6°C	-16.6°C	-15.1°C	-12.4°C	-9.9°C	-8.9°C	-9.4°C	-10.8°C	-14°C

Tuesday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Overcast
Temp	-6.5°C	-7°C	-7.5°C	-7.8°C	-5.5°C	-2.6°C	0.1°C	2.7°C	3.8°C	3.1°C	2.8°C	-1.7°C
Feels Like	-12.5°C	-12.1°C	-11.7°C	-11.1°C	-8.9°C	-6.5°C	-4.2°C	-1.6°C	-0.5°C	-1°C	-1.8°C	-7.1°C

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