Welcome to Wacton

Wacton is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, England. It is situated approximately 10 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 rural setting. Wacton has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age. The village was also mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it was recorded as "Wachetuna".

One of the most notable features of Wacton is its beautiful church, St. Mary's. The church dates back to the 14th century and is a Grade II listed building. It is known for its impressive tower, which stands at over 100 feet tall and can be seen from miles around. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village. Wacton also has a village hall, which is used for a variety of community events and activities.

Despite its small size, Wacton has a strong sense of community. The village has a number of local groups and organizations, including a gardening club, a history society, and a women's institute. There is also a primary school in the village, which serves the local area. Wacton is a peaceful and friendly place to live, with a strong sense of tradition and history. It is a great place to visit for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the beauty of the Norfolk countryside.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: 7.2°C

Feels Like: 4°C

Wind: 11.9 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Aurora Eccles School Other Independent Special School Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mr Christopher Mackinnon	Quidenham Norfolk NR15 2NZ 1953887217 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
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
Forncett St Peter Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Callum Richards	Aslacton Road Forncett St Peter Norwich Norfolk NR16 1LT 01508530506 School Website
Aslacton Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Heather Haines	Church Road Aslacton Norwich Norfolk NR15 2JH 1379677345 School Website
Hapton Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rhiannon Price	The Street Hapton Norwich Norfolk NR15 1AD 01508489395
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
Tacolneston Church Of England Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Laura Green	Norwich Road Tacolneston Norwich Norfolk NR16 1AL 1508489336
Tivetshall Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Debbie Ridgeon	School Road Tivetshall St Mary Norwich Norfolk NR15 2BP 1379677350 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Spooner Row Station Road, Spooner Row, Norfolk, NR18 9AH 6.36 Miles

Wymondham Station Approach, Wymondham, Norfolk, NR18 0JZ 7.13 Miles

Diss Station Road, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4HN 8.10 Miles

Attleborough Station Road, Attleborough, Norfolk, NR17 2AS 8.33 Miles

Eccles Road Station Road, Eccles, Norfolk, NR16 2JG 10.10 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Alm Taxis 01508 536825 10 Wellesley Rd, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15 2PD 0.62 Miles
Stratton Cabs 01508 532452 Edges View/The St, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15 2AH 1.33 Miles
Stratton Cabs 01379 674791 New House/Church Rd, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15 2JH 1.42 Miles
Alm Taxis 01379 608602 32 Saint Michael's Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15 2PH 1.45 Miles
City Cabs 01603 446666 3 Hastings Close, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15 1NY 2.99 Miles
Norwich City Taxis 01603 446666 3 Hastings Close, Norwich, Norfolk, NR15 1NY 2.99 Miles
A L M Taxis 01379 608602 2 Bank Street, Diss, Norfolk, IP21 4TG 3.43 Miles
I W Travel Solutions 01508 571055 32 Bluebell Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR14 8BN 5.51 Miles
Jb Taxis 01379 652014 Church Road, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 2DG 6.68 Miles
Norfolk And Beyond Taxis 01953 455203 Bunwell Rd, Attleborough, Norfolk, NR17 2LN 6.74 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
The Green (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wellesley Rd/Tharston Ind Est (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bayspole Rd/Porters Rd (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Flower Pot Lane (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hawthorn Ipswich Rd (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Manor Rd (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Church House Ips. Rd (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hallowing Lane (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hill Farm Forncett Rd (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Old Station (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Swan Lane Shopping Centre P.O. No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Aslacton/The Rectory (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pearl Farm (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
9 Woodrow Lane (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Norwich Road (D) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Long Stratton Medical Partnership 01508 530781	Swan Lane Surgery Long Stratton Norwich Norfolk NR15 2UY
Church Hill Surgery 01379 676227	Church Hill Surgery Station Rd, Pulham Market Diss Norfolk IP21 4TX
Dr Fox & Partners 01508 499333	Millgates Surgery Mill Road Hempnall Norwich Norfolk NR15 2LP
Newton Flotman Surgery 01508 470300	St. Marys Close Newton Flotman Norwich Norfolk NR15 1AH
The Humbleyard Practice	The Common Mulbarton Norwich Norfolk NR14 8JG

Local Stores

Ice House
8 Ice House Precinct
Long Stratton
Norwich
Norfolk
NR15 2XW
01508 530011
Store Website
1.11 miles

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

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Chapelfield Veterinary Partnership
Wellesley Road Tharston Industrial Estate Long Stratton Norfolk NR15 2PD 01508 530686 longstratton@chapelfieldvets.co.uk Website 0.68 miles
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Paws Indoors Ltd
The Veterinary Surgery Broaden Lane Hempnall Norwich Norfolk NR15 2LU 01508 498718 info@pawsindoors.co.uk Website 4.08 miles
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Three Rivers Vets
The Surgery Norwich Road Mulbarton Norwich Norfolk NR14 8DE reception.mulbarton@threeriversvetgroup.co.uk Website 6.51 miles

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Cherry Tree Vets Ltd
3 Broad Street Harleston Norfolk IP20 9AZ 01379 852999 harleston@cherrytree-vets.co.uk Website 6.51 miles
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24 Hour emergency service 01379852999
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24 Hour emergency service 01379852999
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Open clinic - no appointment required Diss practice open clinic 10am-1pm
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24 Hour emergency service 01379852999

Oakwood Veterinary Practice Ltd
Oakwood House Fuller Road Harleston Norfolk IP20 9EA 01379 852146 admin@oakwoodvets.co.uk Website 6.92 miles
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Chapelfield Veterinary Partnership
Postmill Close Wymondham Norfolk NR18 0NL 01953 602139 wymondham@chapelfieldvets.co.uk Website 7.43 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 6.88 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 9.19 miles

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Wrotham Ling
Sandy Heathland Walk With Small Wooded Area. Wortham Diss IP22 1ST 9.38 miles Make Sure You Go To Wortham Ling And Not The Village Of Wortham Which Is Further South. There Are Two Car Parks.

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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 9.73 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 10.30 miles

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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 11.27 miles

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-4.2°C	-4.3°C	-4.6°C	-5.5°C	-7.4°C	-9.7°C	-11.8°C	-13.9°C	-15.9°C	-13.7°C	-14.9°C	-17.2°C

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Temp	-10.1°C	-11°C	-11.9°C	-12.5°C	-12.6°C	-11.6°C	-9.6°C	-7.9°C	-7.3°C	-7.6°C	-9°C	-9.6°C
Feels Like	-18.1°C	-19.2°C	-20°C	-20.6°C	-20.6°C	-19.1°C	-16°C	-13.1°C	-11.4°C	-10.9°C	-12.9°C	-15.8°C

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Temp	-10.4°C	-10.2°C	-9.3°C	-8.1°C	-6.5°C	-3.7°C	0°C	2.5°C	3°C	2°C	0.4°C	-5.3°C
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