Beachamwell Travel Guide

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The village green, Beachamwell Featuring an elaborate wrought-iron village sign.
The village green. Beachamwell is a small village west of Swaffham. Many prehistoric tools, Saxon jewellery and Roman coins have been unearthed in the area and there are also the remains of two medieval crosses bearing witness to regular markets having taken place on the village green and at the crossroads. There once used to be four churches of which only one, St Mary's > 1269098 remains intact. Until the 1960's almost all the villagers were employed by the estate.
Beachamwell Village Hall. Beachamwell is a small village west of Swaffham. Many prehistoric tools, Saxon jewellery and Roman coins have been unearthed in the area and there are also the remains of two medieval crosses bearing witness to regular markets having taken place on the village green and at the crossroads. There once used to be four churches of which only one, St Mary's > 1269098 remains intact. Until the 1960's almost all the villagers were employed by the estate.
The Lodge At the entrance to Beechamwell Hall
St Mary's church The remains of a medieval stone cross can be seen in foreground (right). Many prehistoric tools, Saxon jewellery and Roman coins have been unearthed in the area and there are also the remains of two medieval crosses bearing witness to regular markets having taken place on the village green and at the crossroads. St Mary's church > https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1269098 - https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1269159 - https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1269163 is located at the end of the large village green. It has a thatched roof and its round tower > https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1269095 dates from the early 11the century and is believed to be one of the earliest in Norfolk which is topped by an early 15th century octagonal bell stage. Inside, the bell window is off-centre. The interior was restored during Victorian times but two old brasses have survived. The pulpit > https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1269184 is Jacobean. There is also an interesting altar chest > https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1269173 in the south aisle which was made by J. Bramah & Son, London, and is dated to 1835. The perhaps most interesting feature contained in this church are two pieces of graffiti (protected behind perspex) believed to have been made by a mason on blocks of stone which around 1340 were built into the south wall so that the south aisle > https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1269165 could be added. The depiction of a devil > https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1269196 is described by archaeologists as among the best in the country. For more information see http://www.norfolkchurches.co.uk/beachamwellmary/beachamwellmary.htm
The Dukes Head Hotel

The Dukes Head Hotel

4 out of 5
5-6 Tuesday Market Place King's Lynn England
Stay at this hotel in King's Lynn. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Dukes head is a a grand building. The hotel is beautifully decorated and extremely clean. Our room was lovely, clean and comfortable. Restaurant was friendly and food excellent quality and value. Self service style breakfast had everything you would need. A variety of big name shops within easy walking ...

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

The Dukes Head Hotel
Dragonfly Hotel King's Lynn

Dragonfly Hotel King's Lynn

3 out of 5
Beveridge Way King's Lynn England
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in King's Lynn. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (799 reviews)
The reception staff in the evening very helpful and parking was good, The food in evening wasn’t great. The room was clean and really good shower. The breakfast was good.

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Ffolkes

Ffolkes

3.5 out of 5
Lynn Road King's Lynn England
The price is 4.289.867 ₫ per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
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Stay at this spa hotel in King's Lynn. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (459 reviews)
Spa, room and staff all fantastic. We had a meal in the pub (Indian night) and was very disappointed, reminded me of a poor flavoured homemade meal, really not what i expected. Breakfast in the morning was great in every way. Would recommend, just not for the Indian.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

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Bricksage Rooms, King's Lynn The Walks

Bricksage Rooms, King's Lynn The Walks

3.5 out of 5
10 Blackfriars Road King's Lynn England
Stay at this holiday home in King's Lynn. Enjoy housekeeping. Popular attractions Lynn Museum and Greyfriars Tower are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (46 reviews)
3rd time staying here. I had a bit of an awkward situation and adjustments needing in order for my booking to be possible and the host was very accommodating and ensured I was able to find somewhere to stay at short notice. Excellent value for money, very tidy and well put together. Cant fault ...

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Bricksage Rooms, King's Lynn The Walks
Thetford Hive

Thetford Hive

2.5 out of 5
24 Whitehart Street Thetford England
Stay at this aparthotel in Thetford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions In the Footsteps of Thomas Paine Museum and Ancient ...
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Mrs Dale's Cottage

Mrs Dale's Cottage

3 out of 5
King's Lynn England
Stay at this golf cottage in King's Lynn. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions King's Lynn Arts Centre and Custom House are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Lovely cottage
Lovely cottage, quiet peaceful location and owners are lovely

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Mrs Dale's Cottage
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