Welcome to Swaffham

Swaffham is a market town located in the county of Norfolk, England. It is situated approximately 12 miles east of King's Lynn and 31 miles west of Norwich. The town has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and it was once an important trading center during the medieval period. Today, Swaffham is a bustling town with a population of around 7,000 people.

One of the most notable landmarks in Swaffham is the Church of St. Peter and St. Paul. This magnificent church dates back to the 14th century and is known for its impressive tower, which stands at 160 feet tall. The church is also home to a number of interesting features, including a 15th-century font, a 16th-century pulpit, and a 17th-century organ. Visitors to Swaffham can also explore the town's other historic buildings, such as the 18th-century Assembly Rooms and the 19th-century Corn Exchange.

Swaffham is also a great place to enjoy the great outdoors. The town is surrounded by beautiful countryside, and there are plenty of walking and cycling routes to explore. The nearby Peddars Way and Norfolk Coast Path are particularly popular with hikers and nature lovers. Swaffham is also home to a number of parks and green spaces, including the popular Nicholas Hamond Park, which features a children's play area, a skate park, and a basketball court.

Local Weather

Mist

Temp: 2.2°C

Feels Like: -1°C

Wind: 6.9 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
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
The Nicholas Hamond Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mark Woodhouse	Brandon Road Swaffham Norfolk PE37 7DZ 01760721480 School Website
Oneschool Global Uk - Swaffham Campus Other Independent School Ages:7-18 Head Teacher Mr Paul Rapley	Turbine Way Swaffham Norfolk PE37 7XD 1760336939 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
Sporle Church Of England Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Anne Neary	82 The Street Sporle Kings Lynn Norfolk PE32 2DR 01760722393 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
Castle Acre Church Of England Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Anne Neary	Back Lane Castle Acre Kings Lynn Norfolk PE32 2AR 01760755305
Great Dunham Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sharon Nour	Litcham Road Great Dunham King's Lynn Norfolk PE32 2LQ 1328701357 School Website
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

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Watlington Station Road, Watlington, Norfolk, PE33 0JF 12.79 Miles

Brandon Bridge Street, Brandon, Suffolk, IP27 0BA 13.61 Miles

Downham Market Railway Road, Downham Market, Norfolk, PE38 9EN 13.90 Miles

King's Lynn Blackfriars Road, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, PE30 1NX 14.09 Miles

Lakenheath Station Road, Near Lakenheath, Suffolk, IP27 9AD 15.26 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
2 And Fro Taxis 01760 441536 Plowright Pl, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7LQ 0.11 Miles
2 And Fro Taxis 01760 441536 Plowright Pl, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7LQ 0.11 Miles
K C Cars 01760 724988 Market Place, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7LA 0.14 Miles
Denmans Travel 01760 336215 Swaffham, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7BZ 0.18 Miles
Laneys Cars 01760 725767 London Street, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7DJ 0.22 Miles
Matts Cabs 01760 722230 Bridleway House/Shouldham La, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7BH 0.39 Miles
Platinum Cars 01760 725366 4 Nicholas Hamond Way, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7TF 0.43 Miles
Al's Cabs 01760 720002 52 Highfield Av, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7PS 0.61 Miles
J B Taxi 07801 796007 4 Burnside, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 8ER 3.83 Miles
Cressingham Taxis 01760 756057 The Street, Thetford, Norfolk, IP25 6NL 4.86 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Market Place-Pitt Lane Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Cley Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Market Place Po Collection Today available until:12:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Market Place Po Collection Today available until:12:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Swaffham Delivery Office Collection Today available until:12:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Princes Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Station Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
London Street Post Office Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Coronation Grove No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hillside No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Manor Way No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Oaklands-Watton Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Southlands No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dovehouse Row Collection Today available until:11:45 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
St Guthlac Close No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Campingland Surgery 01760 721211	The Campingland Surgery Campingland Swaffham Norfolk PE37 7RD
Manor Farm Medical Centre 01760 721786	Manor Farm Medical Centre Mangate Street Swaffham Norfolk PE37 7QN
Manor Farm Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Mangate Street Swaffham PE37 7QN
Plowright Medical Centre 01760 722797	Plowright Medical Centre 1 Jack Boddy Way Swaffham Norfolk PE37 7HJ
Oak Farm Surgery	Oak Farm Surgery North Pickenham Road Necton Swaffham Norfolk PE37 8EF

Local Stores

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

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SPAR - Whittington Garage
Whittington Garage
Whittington
Stoke Ferry
PE33 9TF
01366 500320
Store Website
8.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

The Grove Veterinary Hospital &Amp; Clinics - Swaffham
17/19 Lynn Street Swaffham Norfolk PE37 7AU 01760 723739 Grove.enquiries@cvsvets.com Website 0.24 miles
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Swaffham Veterinary Centre
Unit 3 Tower Meadow Swaffham Norfolk PE37 7LT 01760 722054 info@swaffhamvets.co.uk Website 0.42 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 7.71 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 8.35 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 9.38 miles
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Fakenham Farm And Equine Vets Ltd
Suite E, Building 7 West Raynham Business Park Blenheim Way Fakenham Norfolk NR21 7PL 07387 687024 info@fakenhamfarmandequine.co.uk Website 10.08 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Sandringham Country Park
Royal Sandringham Estate - Miles Of Forest Walks, Children's Play Area, Picnic Areas, Cafe, Duck Ponds And More! Vergers Cottage Sandringham Lancashire PE35 6EH 14.69 miles Norfolk

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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 14.82 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 14.90 miles Off The A1065, Take The B1106 South From Brandon To Brandon Country Park.

Dersingham Bog
Dersingham Bog Norfolk Lancashire 15.41 miles Off The Main Road Between Castle Rising And Sandringham, Look For The Sign For The Village Of Wolferton. I Drove Into The Village And Out Past The Royal Station. I Found It By Accident. There Are Maps And Postcode Online If Needed. Also Several Small Parking Areas

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Wensum Way And Sparham Pools
20 Lyng Rd Sparham Norwich NR9 5QY 16.72 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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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 17.20 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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Weather Forecast

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