Welcome to Knapton

Knapton is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, England. It is situated approximately 3 miles north of North Walsham and 5 miles south of Cromer. The village has a population of around 500 people and is known for its beautiful countryside and historic buildings. Knapton is surrounded by fields and farmland, making it a peaceful and tranquil place to live or visit.

One of the most notable buildings in Knapton is the St. Peter and St. Paul Church, which dates back to the 14th century. The church is a Grade I listed building and is known for its impressive tower and beautiful stained glass windows. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village. Another historic building in Knapton is the Old Rectory, which was built in the 18th century and is now a private residence.

Knapton is also home to a number of local businesses, including a village shop, a pub, and a post office. The village has a strong sense of community, with regular events and activities taking place throughout the year. These include a summer fete, a Christmas fair, and a village quiz night. Knapton is a charming and welcoming village that offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Local Weather

Patchy rain nearby

Temp: 9.3°C

Feels Like: 6.5°C

Wind: 12.3 MPH

Wind Dir: NNW

Local Schools

School	Details
Mundesley Infant School Community School Ages:4-7 Head Teacher Mr Simon Wakeman	Trunch Road Mundesley Norwich Norfolk NR11 8LE 01263720401 School Website
Mundesley Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Abi Carter	Trunch Road Mundesley Norwich Norfolk NR11 8LE 01263720401 School Website
Bacton Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs David Hopkins	Walcott Road Bacton Norwich Norfolk NR12 0EY 01692650240 School Website
North Walsham Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jo Read	Manor Road North Walsham Norfolk NR28 9HG 1692405697 School Website
North Walsham Infant School Academy Converter Ages:4-7 Head Teacher Mrs Joanna Read	Manor Road North Walsham Norfolk NR28 9HG 1692403013 School Website
Visiting Teacher Service North Miscellaneous Ages:5-18	Education Services Centre Market Street North Walsham Norfolk NR28 9BZ 1692402894
North Walsham High School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr James Gosden	Spenser Avenue North Walsham Norfolk NR28 9HZ 1692402581 School Website
Antingham And Southrepps Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Miles Elcock	Lower Street Southrepps Norwich Norfolk NR11 8UG 01263833282 School Website
Millfield Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jan Harazdiuk	Recreation Road North Walsham Norfolk NR28 0ES 01692403172 School Website
East Ruston Infant School & Nursery Academy Converter Ages:2-7 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Mules	School Road East Ruston Norwich Norfolk NR12 9JD 1692650225 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
North Walsham Norwich Road, North Walsham, Norfolk, NR28 0DZ 3.20 Miles

Gunton Station Road, Gunton, Norfolk, NR11 8UD 3.47 Miles

Worstead Station Road, Worstead, Norfolk, NR28 9RX 5.59 Miles

Roughton Road Roughton Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9LN 6.82 Miles

Cromer Holt Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9EB 7.60 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Micks Cars 01263 720999 8 Munhaven Close, Norwich, Norfolk, NR11 8AR 1.41 Miles
Kelly's Cars 01263 721494 28 All Saints Way, Norwich, Norfolk, NR11 8BY 1.54 Miles
East Coast Taxis 01692 500515 4 Trunch Road, North Walsham, Norfolk, NR28 0PF 1.61 Miles
Crystal Cabs Cc R Cars 01692 400880 29 Stanley Road, North Walsham, Norfolk, NR28 9EW 2.44 Miles
Royal-Cars-2 01263 511555 29 Stanley Road, North Walsham, Norfolk, NR28 9EW 2.44 Miles
A 2 B Taxis 01692 409898 15 Cornish Way, North Walsham, Norfolk, NR28 0AW 2.56 Miles
Black Knight Cars 01692 500664 Unit 2F, North Walsham, Norfolk, NR28 0AN 2.74 Miles
Elite Taxis 01692 405091 2 Market Street, North Walsham, Norfolk, NR28 9BZ 2.96 Miles
County Cars 01692 406068 14 Woodside, North Walsham, Norfolk, NR28 9XA 2.99 Miles
M. G. Taxis 01692 405525 9 Spurdens Crescent, North Walsham, Norfolk, NR28 9JD 3.17 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
The Street (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cross Roads (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mundesley Road (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Grove (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Street (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Rectory (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Trunch Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Heath Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cornish Avenue (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chapel Road (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Royal Hotel Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
High Street Mundesley Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
High Street Mundesley Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Vicarage (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Street (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Mundsley Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Munhaven Close Mundesley Norwich NR11 8AR
Mundesley Medical Centre 01263 724500	Mundesley Medical Centre Munhaven Close Mundesley On Sea Norfolk NR11 8AR
Bacton Surgery	Coast Road Bacton Norwich Norfolk NR12 0EW
North Norfolk Hub 2 (Birchwood) 01692 402035	Birchwood Surgery Park Lane North Walsham Norfolk NR28 0BQ
Birchwood Medical Practice 01692 402035	Birchwood Surgery Park Lane North Walsham Norfolk NR28 0BQ

Local Stores

Cromer - High Street
High Street
Cromer
Norfolk
NR27 9HG
01263 519167
Store Website
7.46 miles

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SPAR - Woodhill Park
Woodhill Park
Cromer Road
East Runton
Norfolk
NR27 9PX
01263 589916
Store Website
8.9 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Westover Vets Ltd
Hornbeam Road Hornbeam Business Park North Walsham Norwich Norfolk NR28 0FX 01692 403202 adminsa@westovervets.co.uk Website 3.24 miles
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Toll Barn Veterinary Centre Limited
Heath Road North Walsham Norfolk NR28 0JB 01692 407 126 practice@tollbarnvets.co.uk Website 3.93 miles
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Broadland House Veterinary Surgery
33 High Street Stalham Norwich Norfolk NR12 9AH 01692 580171 reception@broadlandhousevets.co.uk Website 6.71 miles
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Cromer Vets Ltd
48 Overstrand Road Cromer Norfolk NR27 0AJ Website 7.11 miles

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Taverham Vets Bure Valley
22 Norwich Road Aylsham Norwich Norfolk NR11 6BW 01263 733949 burevalleyvets@gmail.com Website 8.50 miles

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Aylsham Vets
12 Hungate Street Aylsham Norfolk NR11 6AA 01263 732130 info@aylshamvets.co.uk Website 8.51 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Bacton Woods
This Is A Pine Woodland Walk Just Outside Of North Walsham. Parking Is Free And There Are A Number Of Picnic Benches Around The Car Park. There Aren't Any Amenities But It Is A Popular Location For Dog Walkers, Cyclists And The Occasional Horse Rider. Thatched Cottage Church Ln Edingthorpe 1.12 miles

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Mundesley Beach
Mundesley Is Another Great Beach For Walking Your Dog In Norfolk. Access Is Via Quite A Steep Pathway So Bear That In Mind. When The Tide Is Out The Beach Is Massive And There Is So Much Space With (In Our Limited Experience) Very Few People Around Off Season. 13 Beach Rd Mundesley Norwich NR11 8BG 1.64 miles

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Happisburgh Beach
Happpisburgh Beach Is A Great Location For Walking The Dog, Especially When The Tide Is Out! As With Most Beach Walks There Are Restrictions On The Time Of The Year When You Can Exercise Your Dog But We Went At The Beginning Of The Month And Had Free Rein! When The Tide Is Out There Is A Massive Expanse Of Beach Available To Use And Our Lab Coco Had A Great Time. 28 Beach Rd Happisburgh Norwich NR12 0PR 5.23 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 8.27 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 8.84 miles 1½ Miles North-West Of Aylsham On B1354, Signposted Off A140 Norwich.

Sea Palling Beach
During Our Recent Stay In Norfolk We Visited Several Beaches And Sea Palling Was By Far Our Favourite. There Are Date Restrictions In Place To The Left Of The Slipway As You Enter The Beach But We Were Ok In Oct. The Sand Is Golden And Expansive And You Can Walk For Miles If You Feel So Inclined. The Photos Attached Were Taken During Two Visits But You Can Get A Feel Of What It Was Like. Waxham Rd Norwich Lancashire NR12 0DX 9.18 miles

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Weather Forecast

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Partly Cloudy	Overcast	Partly Cloudy
Temp	13.9°C	12.2°C	11.2°C	11.2°C	13°C	16.1°C	19.3°C	21.9°C	23.4°C	20.9°C	18.8°C	16.8°C
Feels Like	13°C	10.7°C	9.3°C	9°C	10.9°C	15.6°C	19.1°C	21.8°C	24.7°C	20.9°C	18.8°C	16.8°C

Thursday	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	Overcast	Thundery outbreaks in nearby	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Cloudy	Sunny	Clear
Temp	15.3°C	14.4°C	13.1°C	11.8°C	14.3°C	17.4°C	20°C	21.4°C	19.8°C	17.9°C	14.8°C	10.2°C
Feels Like	15.3°C	14.3°C	13°C	11.7°C	14.3°C	17.4°C	20°C	21.4°C	19.8°C	17.9°C	14.6°C	9°C

Friday	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	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Partly Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast	Cloudy	Overcast
Temp	9.6°C	8.5°C	7.8°C	7.7°C	12°C	15.9°C	18.1°C	19.3°C	19.5°C	18.9°C	17.9°C	14.1°C
Feels Like	9.1°C	7.9°C	7.2°C	7.3°C	11.8°C	15.9°C	18°C	19.3°C	19.5°C	18.9°C	17.9°C	13.9°C

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