East Raynham
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| East Raynham | |
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  East Raynham shown within Norfolk |
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| Population | 257 ( Combined with South & East Raynham) 2001 census ) |
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| - London | 110 miles |
| Parish | Raynham |
| Shire county | Norfolk |
| Region | East |
| Constituent country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | Fakenham |
| Postcode district | NR21 |
| Dialling code | 01328 |
| Police | Norfolk |
| Fire | Norfolk |
| Ambulance | East of England |
| European Parliament | East of England |
| UK Parliament | North Norfolk |
| List of places: UK • England • Norfolk | |
East Raynham is a village in the county of Norfolk. It is located on the A1065 some 4 miles SW from Fakenham. The River Wensum flows close to the village. The village can trace its origins back and before the Domesday survey of 1086 when it was known as Reinham.[1]
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[edit] The Raynhams
Today, The Raynhams would cover the names of three villages East, West Raynham and South Raynham, a large area of farmland known as Raynham Park, which the Raynham villages and 17th century Raynham Hall border.
[edit] Raynham Hall
Raynham Hall is a rectangular mansion built of brick and stone dressings. Work commenced in 1619 and was completed in 1630. It is the seat of the Townshend family, and is owned today by the 7th Marquis Townshend.
[edit] The Church of St Mary
The church stands in the park of Raynham Hall. It was rebuilt in 1868 but retains the 15th century Easter Sepulchre. The 2nd Viscount, " Turnip " Townshend is buried here.[2] In 2002 the ring of eight bells was restored and augmented.[3] The The Queen paid a private visit to the church in July 2002.[4]
[edit] Recreation
Much of the area can be visited by a circular walk, which takes in mixed woodland, water meadows, arable land and historic buildings, almost entirely on the Raynham estate.[5]
[edit] External links
[edit] References
- ^ The Raynhams Retrieved February 06, 2008
- ^ Norfolk churches Retrieved February 08, 2008
- ^ St Mary's church bells Retrieved February 06, 2008
- ^ Her Majesty's visit Retrieved February 08, 2008
- ^ Circular walk Retrieved February 08, 2008
