The West Norfolk village of Fincham sits on the A1122 roughly halfway between the pleasant market towns of Downham Market and Swaffham, with historic King's Lynn about 10 miles to the north. Though the fascinating if slightly eerie fens are only a short drive away, Fincham is set in the gently rolling countryside that gives the lie to Noel Coward's jibe "Very flat, Norfolk." In easy reach of the village there are the remains of the motte and bailey Wormegay Castle a mile or so to the north, and south east those interested in history can venture further back at the reconstructed Iceni Village in Cockley Cley. Fincham though has its own interests for the visitor, with the holy trinity of the English village all present: church, pub and shop. The church of St Martin (there used to be a second, St Michael's, but it was demolished in the 18th century having fallen into decay) is a charming 15th century building, complete with a fine array of gargoyles, but its great treasure is the imposing square font (probably Norman) that predates the building, and is thought to have been brought from St Michael's. With a village pond complete with requisite ducks, and not just one 'big house' but three - Talbot Hall is medieval, Fincham Hall is Tudor, and Playters Hall somewhat later - the place repays a stroll along its long street, with the prospect of a refreshing pint at the local hotel or the village pub when your curiosity has been satisfied.
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Places to Stay near Fincham
Timbers Hotel (0.42 miles)
Set in rolling countryside Timbers is a traditionally converted barn complex offering a warm and friendly welcome. We serve traditional food all day, every day from 12pm either in the restaurant or in the recently ... More | visit website
Castle Hotel (5.11 miles)
Crosskeys House (6.33 miles)
Formerly a coaching inn and farm complex once serving the ford to the village of Hilgay, renovations ... More | visit website
Comfort Inn Thetford (6.51 miles)
Lilac Cottage (7.29 miles)
Lilac Cottage is situated in the quiet Norfolk village of Northwold, which lies within easy reach of Downham Market,Thetford and its Forest, Swaffham and historic Kings Lynn, Norwich with its great shops and restaurants and many many other ... More | visit website
Magdalen House (7.88 miles)
Magdalen House is a Georgian property built in 1829 and set in the heart of peaceful countryside in West Norfolk. The old part of the house retains many original features from what were once two ... More | visit website
Ramada Kings Lynn (7.90 miles)
The Ramada King's Lynn is located in the historic port and market town of Kings Lynn, with easy access to Sandringham. We are 15 mins from the Hunstanton Snettisham kids park farm and 10 mins ... More | visit website
Bodgers Farm (7.96 miles)
Bodgers Farm is on Marshland Fen in West Norfolk, the area immediately to the south of The Wash bounded by the rivers Nene and Great Ouse. The Farm is a couple of miles to ... More | visit website
Bridge House (8.07 miles)
The Horse and Groom Hotel (8.23 miles)
There are eight rooms in total, consisting of twin, single and double rooms. All rooms have tea and coffee making facilities, brand new en suite bathrooms and all prices include breakfast for two. ... More | visit websiteBrit Quote: |
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