Great Witchingham

The church : St Mary (The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary)

• This beautiful thirteenth-century, grade I listed church stands 1.5 miles outside its village.
• It has two bells, although these are currently unsafe to ring.
• The church is large and light (although there is no electric lighting!), with a wonderful acoustic.
• Like Alderford, it has a Seven Sacrament font.
• Click here for Simon Knott's report on this church.

The village

• The parish of Great Witchingham includes the hamlet of Lenwade, and the area is known locally by both names.
• There is a total population of around 480 when combined with Little Witchingham and Lenwade.
• Many shops and other local facilities are to be found in Lenwade.
• Great Witchingham Hall is the head office for Bernard Matthews Turkey Farms.

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