Welcome to Topcroft

Topcroft is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, England. It is situated approximately 15 miles south of the city of Norwich and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 500 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. The village is home to a number of historic buildings, including the 14th-century church of St. Margaret's, which is a Grade I listed building.

The village of Topcroft has a strong sense of community, with a number of local events and activities taking place throughout the year. The village hall is a hub of activity, hosting regular events such as coffee mornings, quiz nights, and craft fairs. The village also has a cricket club, which plays on the village green during the summer months. The local pub, The Cross Keys, is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike, serving up traditional pub food and a range of local ales.

Topcroft is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with plenty of opportunities for walking, cycling, and exploring the great outdoors. The village is located close to the River Waveney, which is a popular spot for fishing and boating. The nearby market town of Bungay is just a short drive away and offers a range of shops, cafes, and restaurants. The city of Norwich is also within easy reach, offering a wealth of cultural attractions and entertainment options.

Local Weather

Patchy rain nearby

Temp: 11°C

Feels Like: 8.5°C

Wind: 13.2 MPH

Wind Dir: NW

Local Schools

School	Details
Hempnall Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alex Griffiths	The Street Hempnall Norwich Norfolk NR15 2AD 01508499264 School Website
Woodton Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Dawn Read	Norwich Road Woodton Bungay Norfolk NR35 2LL 01508482294 School Website
Saxlingham Nethergate C Of E Vc Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Matthew Walker	Church Hill Saxlingham Nethergate Norwich Norfolk NR15 1TD 01508499271 School Website
Brooke Voluntary Controlled Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Alex Griffiths	High Green Brooke Norwich Norfolk NR15 1HP 01508550419 School Website
Alburgh With Denton Church Of England Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Leigh Goodhew	School Road Alburgh Harleston Norfolk IP20 0BW 1986788678 School Website
Preston Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Matthew Walker	Henry Preston Road Tasburgh Norwich Norfolk NR15 1NU 01508470454 School Website
St Marys Church Of England Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Adam Riley	Swan Lane Long Stratton Norwich Norfolk NR15 2UY 01508530459 School Website
Seething And Mundham Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Victoria Mackenzie	Brooke Road Seething Norwich Norfolk NR15 1DJ 1508550256 School Website
Manor Field Infant And Nursery School Academy Converter Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Heather Haines	Manor Road Long Stratton Norwich Norfolk NR15 2XR 1508530356 School Website
Long Stratton High School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Alexander Lewis	Manor Road Long Stratton Norwich Norfolk NR15 2XR 1508530418 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Buckenham Station Road, Buckenham, Norfolk, NR13 4HW 9.43 Miles

Norwich Station Approach, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1EF 9.58 Miles

Cantley Station Road, Cantley, Norfolk, NR13 3SQ 9.81 Miles

Brundall Gardens West End Avenue, Brundall, Norfolk, NR13 5RG 9.82 Miles

Beccles Station Road, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 9QJ 10.06 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
City Cabs 01603 446666 3 Hastings Close, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15 1NY 4.06 Miles
Norwich City Taxis 01603 446666 3 Hastings Close, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15 1NY 4.06 Miles
Alm Taxis 01379 608602 32 Saint Michael's Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15 2PH 4.23 Miles
Stratton Cabs 01508 532452 Edges View/The St, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15 2AH 4.24 Miles
Esp Private Hire Taxis 01508 558256 25 Mill Lane, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15 1DH 4.72 Miles
Alm Taxis 01508 536825 10 Wellesley Rd, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15 2PD 4.88 Miles
Byre Chauffeur Driven Cars 01986 893217 The Byre, Bungay, Suffolk, NR35 1RU 5.36 Miles
A L M Taxis 01379 608602 2 Bank Street, Diss, Norfolk, IP21 4TG 6.05 Miles
I W Travel Solutions 01508 571055 32 Bluebell Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR14 8BN 6.14 Miles
Eastern Chauffeur Ltd 01508 495660 16 Manor Farm Barns, Norwich, Norfolk, NR14 7PZ 6.68 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Church Road Topcroft Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Silver Green (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
3 Horseshoes (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Barford Road Topcroft Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Green Bedingham Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
10 Field Lane (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hempnall Rd Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Street Post Office Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
The Corner Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Mill Mill Lane (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Barbers The Street (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Church Road Woodton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip20 The Green Denton Diss No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:00:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Shelton Green (D) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Dr Fox & Partners 01508 499333	Millgates Surgery Mill Road Hempnall Norwich Norfolk NR15 2LP
Long Stratton Medical Partnership 01508 530781	Swan Lane Surgery Long Stratton Norwich Norfolk NR15 2UY
Newton Flotman Surgery 01508 470300	St. Marys Close Newton Flotman Norwich Norfolk NR15 1AH
Bungay Medical Centre 01986 892055	Bungay Medical Centre 28 St Johns Road Bungay Suffolk NR35 1LP
Heathgate Medical Practice 01508 494343	Heathgate Surgery The Street,Poringland Norwich Norfolk NR14 7JT

Local Stores

Long Stratton
The Street
Long Stratton
Norwich
Norfolk
NR15 2XJ
01508 536109
Store Website
4.26 miles

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SPAR - Mulbarton
45 Birchfield Ln
Mulbarton
Norwich
NR14 8AA
01508486861
Store Website
6.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Paws Indoors Ltd
The Veterinary Surgery Broaden Lane Hempnall Norwich Norfolk NR15 2LU 01508 498718 info@pawsindoors.co.uk Website 2.06 miles
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Chapelfield Veterinary Partnership
Brooke Equine Clinic Bungay Road Brooke Norwich Norfolk NR15 1DX 01508 558 228 brookeequine@chapelfieldvets.co.uk Website 3.60 miles
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Chapelfield Veterinary Partnership
Wellesley Road Tharston Industrial Estate Long Stratton Norfolk NR15 2PD 01508 530686 longstratton@chapelfieldvets.co.uk Website 4.84 miles
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Three Rivers Vets
113 The Street Poringland Norwich Norfolk NR14 7RP 01508 492834 reception.poringland@threeriversvetgroup.co.uk Website 5.40 miles

Animals Treated
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Wherry Veterinary Practice Ltd
Veterinary Surgery Hillside Road East Bungay Suffolk NR35 1RX 01986 892771 5.50 miles
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Animals Treated
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Cherry Tree Vets Ltd
3 Broad Street Harleston Norfolk IP20 9AZ 01379 852999 harleston@cherrytree-vets.co.uk Website 6.15 miles
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24 Hour emergency service 01379852999
Tue	08:00	18:30
24 Hour emergency service 01379852999
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24 Hour emergency service 01379852999
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24 Hour emergency service 01379852999
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24 Hour emergency service 01379852999
Sat	15:00	18:00
Open clinic - no appointment required Diss practice open clinic 10am-1pm
Sun	closed	closed
24 Hour emergency service 01379852999

Local Dog Walks

Bungay And Surrounding Area
Three Circular Walks From Earsham Street Cafe In The Centre Of The Pituresque Waveney Valley Town Of Bungay. There Is A 1 Mile Walk Around The Centre Of The Town, A 2½ Mile Walk Around Outney Common And A 5½ Mile Walk That Takes In Bungay, Earsham And The Bath Hills. 7-9 Earsham St Bungay Lancashire NR35 1AE 4.84 miles

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A Walk In The Saints
A Long Circular Walk Taking In The 2-Moated Buildings In The Area-Either Take A Picnic Or Refresh Yourself With A Pint And A Sandwich At St Peters Hall (Normally Open Wednesday To Sunday But Telephone Beforehand 01986 782288) Abbey Rd Bungay Lancashire NR35 1NL 5.36 miles

Location what3words photo.interest.difficult

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 8.15 miles

Location what3words inspector.buying.gone

Whitlingham Lake
Beautiful Part Of Norfolk Countryside That Has The Scenery Of A Coastal Area, But Handy Location Of Being Inner City. On A Day With Good Weather The Atmosphere Is Buzzing With Families, Dog Walkers And Naturists. Perfect For A Change Of Scenery And Lovely Views. Whitlingham Ln Lancashire 9.13 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 10.35 miles

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Mousehold Heath Norwich
A Truly Beautiful Place For A Dog Walk. There Are A Few Opened (Heath) Areas And A Lot Of Woods. There Are Easy Walks With Plenty Of Benches And There Are Steep Parts For The More Adventurous Pups And People. I Highly Recommend A Very Good, Detailed Map Of The Heath On Norwich City Council's Website; Please Type: "Mousehold Heath Earth Heritage Trail" . Plenty Of Car Park Around The Heath, All Free. 149 Mousehold Ave Norwich Lancashire NR3 4RX 10.63 miles Other Car Parks: There Is One (The Biggest Car Park) From Gilman Road (It'S A Quite Short Road) That Leads To The Heath. There Is A Car Park At Zak'S, Opposite Zaks And One Near &Quot;Pitch And Putt&Quot;.

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Weather Forecast

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

	Fog	Fog	Fog	Fog	Mist	Sunny	Sunny	Thundery outbreaks in nearby	Thundery outbreaks in nearby	Thundery outbreaks in nearby	Cloudy	Partly Cloudy
Temp	22.9°C	22.6°C	22°C	21.8°C	22.9°C	28.1°C	30.3°C	30.7°C	30.6°C	29.9°C	28.6°C	26.5°C
Feels Like	25.5°C	25.1°C	22°C	21.8°C	25.5°C	33.5°C	35.4°C	35.7°C	35.4°C	34.7°C	33°C	29.9°C

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

	Mist	Fog	Fog	Fog	Fog	Mist	Mist	Sunny	Thundery outbreaks in nearby	Thundery outbreaks in nearby	Sunny	Clear
Temp	23.9°C	22.7°C	22.1°C	21.7°C	22.6°C	25.2°C	29.2°C	29.9°C	29.7°C	29.7°C	27.9°C	24.3°C
Feels Like	26.7°C	25.3°C	24.8°C	21.7°C	25.2°C	28.3°C	33.3°C	33.7°C	33°C	32.7°C	30.5°C	26.9°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

	Cloudy	Thundery outbreaks in nearby	Moderate or heavy rain shower	Moderate or heavy rain shower	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear
Temp	24.6°C	23.7°C	22.6°C	21.3°C	22°C	24.8°C	29.4°C	31.4°C	31.5°C	30.4°C	28°C	26.2°C
Feels Like	26.8°C	26°C	24.3°C	21.3°C	22°C	27°C	32.1°C	34.3°C	34.5°C	33.6°C	30.5°C	28.3°C

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