Welcome to Shipdham

Shipdham is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, England. It is situated approximately 20 miles west of Norwich and has a population of around 1,500 people. The village is known for its beautiful countryside, historic buildings, and friendly community. Shipdham has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and there are many interesting landmarks and attractions to explore.

One of the most notable landmarks in Shipdham is the All Saints Church, which dates back to the 14th century. The church is a beautiful example of medieval architecture and features stunning stained glass windows, intricate carvings, and a magnificent tower. Another popular attraction in the village is the Shipdham Airfield Museum, which tells the story of the airfield's role in World War II. The museum features a collection of artifacts, photographs, and memorabilia, as well as a restored control tower and aircraft hangar.

Shipdham is also home to a number of local businesses, including shops, pubs, and restaurants. The village has a strong sense of community, and there are many events and activities throughout the year that bring residents together. These include the annual Shipdham Summer Fete, the Shipdham Players drama group, and the Shipdham History Group. Overall, Shipdham is a charming and welcoming village that offers a peaceful and picturesque setting for residents and visitors alike.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School	Details
Thomas Bullock Church Of England Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Shannon O'sullivan	Pound Green Shipdham Thetford Norfolk IP25 7LF 01362820300 School Website
St Peter And St Paul Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Hannah Wheeler	Church Street Carbrooke Thetford Norfolk IP25 6SW 01953881537 School Website
Toftwood Infant School Foundation School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Joanna Pedlow	School Lane Toftwood East Dereham Dereham Norfolk NR19 1LS 01362692612 School Website
Fred Nicholson School Foundation Special School Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Mrs Jane Hayman	Westfield Road Dereham Norfolk NR19 1JB 01362693915 School Website
Dereham Toftwood Community Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Joanna Pedlow	38 Westfield Road Dereham Norfolk NR19 1JB 01362694919 School Website
Kingsbrook School Other Independent Special School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Ursula Castillo	Kingsbrook School Pittocks Lane, Southburgh Thetford Norfolk IP25 7TJ 1953852303 School Website
Scarning Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Nick King	Dereham Road Scarning Dereham Norfolk NR19 2PW 01362692665 School Website
Dereham Church Of England Junior Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Kelly Scott	Gilpins Ride Littlefields Dereham Norfolk NR19 1BJ 01362693876 School Website
Grove House Infant And Nursery School Academy Converter Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Charman	Gilpins Ride Littlefields Dereham Norfolk NR19 1BJ 1362694379 School Website
Garvestone Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Michelle Farnan	Dereham Road Garvestone Norwich Norfolk NR9 4AD 1362850315 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Attleborough Station Road, Attleborough, Norfolk, NR17 2AS 9.54 Miles

Wymondham Station Approach, Wymondham, Norfolk, NR18 0JZ 10.44 Miles

Spooner Row Station Road, Spooner Row, Norfolk, NR18 9AH 10.54 Miles

Eccles Road Station Road, Eccles, Norfolk, NR16 2JG 11.33 Miles

Harling Road Harling Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR16 2QP 12.09 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Peter Rudling Travel 01362 821140 12 Eastgate, Thetford, Norfolk, IP25 7NB 0.73 Miles
Shipdham Taxis 01362 821524 28 Dereham Road, Thetford, Norfolk, IP25 7NA 0.73 Miles
Acab 01362 696683 29 William Way, East Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1TQ 2.88 Miles
Silver Taxis 01362 694749 9 Stockholm Way, East Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1XF 3.06 Miles
Mid Norfolk Taxis 01362 691193 29 Watersfield Way, East Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1SQ 3.28 Miles
Mid Norfolk Taxis 01362 691193 11 Tebbutt Avenue, East Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1PN 3.45 Miles
Breckland Taxis Ltd 01362 698000 Unit 7, East Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1SY 3.53 Miles
Breckland Travel 01362 699800 1/Lower Farm/Lyons Green, East Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 2JY 3.64 Miles
Long Distance Travel 01362 693785 5 Moorgate Cottages, East Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1BD 3.76 Miles
Dereham Taxis 01362 696161 6 Church Street, East Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1DJ 4.06 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Ip25 Shipdham Post Office Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Ip25 Pound Green Lane Collection Today available until:10:30 Weekday Last Collection:10:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Ip25 Market Street Collection Today available until:10:30 Weekday Last Collection:10:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Ip25 Bradenham Road Collection Today available until:11:00 Weekday Last Collection:11:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Ip25 Eastgate Collection Today available until:10:30 Weekday Last Collection:10:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Ip25 Little Hale Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:10:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Ip25 King Row No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
Ip25 Little Hale No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Ip25 Reymerston Road Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:08:30
Ip25 Moor Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:10:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Ip25 Hale Road Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
Ip25 Mill Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
The Old Ship (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip25 Cranworth Common No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Ip25 School Road Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:12:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Shipdham Surgery 01362 820225	Shipdham Surgery Chapel Street, Shipdham Thetford Norfolk IP25 7LA
Toftwood Medical Centre 01362 691196	Toftwood Medical Centre 2 Chapel Lane, Toftwood Dereham Norfolk NR19 1LD
Orchard Surgery 01362 693029	Orchard Surgery Commercial Road East Dereham Norfolk NR19 1AE
Theatre Royal Surgery 01362 852800	Theatre Royal Surgery 27 Theatre Street Dereham Norfolk NR19 2EN
Watton Medical Practice 01953 881247	Watton Medical Practice 24 Gregor Shanks Way Watton, Thetford Norfolk IP25 6FA

Local Stores

Toftwood
107 Shipdham Road
Toftwood
East Dereham
Norfolk
NR19 1AH
01362 692013
Store Website
3.11 miles

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

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Dereham Vets
Shipoham Road Toftwood Dereham Norfolk NR19 1NP 07899 914309 tomhume@westovervets.co.uk 2.63 miles

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Community Pet Clinic
Yaxham Road East Dereham Norfolk NR19 1HB Dereham@jollyes.co.uk Website 3.95 miles


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The Grove Veterinary Clinic
Unit 16 Royston Way Hurn Road East Dereham Norfolk NR19 1WD 01362 696772 grove.enquiries@cvsvets.com 4.07 miles

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Larwood &Amp; Kennedy Veterinary Surgeons
7 Wellington Road Dereham Norfolk NR19 2BP 01362 692508 admin.larwood@cvsvets.com Website 4.26 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 4.73 miles
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The Old Golfhouse Veterinary Group - Watton
Old Golfhouse 4 Goddards Court Watton Thetford Norfolk IP25 6XT 01953 881 415 OGHAdmin@cvsvets.com Website 4.95 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Wensum Way And Sparham Pools
20 Lyng Rd Sparham Norwich NR9 5QY 9.69 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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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 13.75 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 14.52 miles

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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 16.66 miles

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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 17.45 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 17.51 miles Off The A1065, Take The B1106 South From Brandon To Brandon Country Park.

Weather Forecast

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