Pictures of Binham
in the county of Norfolk
About Binham
This gorgeous village is set in a peaceful valley inland from Stiffkey, it is renowned for the romantic ruins of a great Benedictine monastery, founded by the side of the Stiffkey River in 1090. Parts of the monastery survive as a magnificent, atmospheric church which has on occasions been filled with music performed by several noted artists including Benedict Cruft who performed Bach's cycle of violin works there over many years.
At the centre of the village there is a lovely village green where you can see picturesque Norfolk properties and a large medieval cross marking the spot where until 1950, the village held its annual fair. The Shaft and the plinth survive.
There is a pleasant village stores, and the Chequers Inn is noted for its hospitality. The Chequers is a beautiful 17th-century building, adorned with rich foliage, it serves excellent food, ales and wine, and was endorsed by Clarissa Dickson of the "Two Fat Ladies" cookery programme.
Tranquil villages do not come much better than Binham. The area offer opportunities for quiet walks to explore the surrounding countryside, or for those who wish to look outside of the village, there is the coastal town of Cromer, the Norfolk Shire Horse Centre, 17th-century Felbrigg Hall, and stunning Blickling Hall which was the home of Queen Anne.
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Recommended attractions near Binham
| Binham Priory | (0.4 miles, 0.6 km) | Pictures |
| Wells & Walsingham Light Railway | (4.2 miles, 6.8 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Holkham Hall | (6.3 miles, 10.2 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Holt Woodlands Country Park | (6.6 miles, 10.6 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Stody Lodge Gardens | (6.7 miles, 10.7 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| The Muckleburgh Military Collection | (7.5 miles, 12.0 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Baconsthorpe Castle | (8.7 miles, 14.0 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Mannington Hall & Gardens | (11.0 miles, 17.7 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| The Hillside Animal & Shire Horse Sanctuary | (12.5 miles, 20.2 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Felbrigg Hall | (13.2 miles, 21.3 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Blickling Hall | (14.0 miles, 22.5 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| Norfolk Wildlife Park, Lenwade | (14.2 miles, 22.8 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| Cromer Lighthouse | (15.3 miles, 24.7 km, direction E) | Pictures |
| Bure Valley Railway | (15.5 miles, 24.9 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| Dinosaur Adventure Park | (15.7 miles, 25.3 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
All attractions in BinhamAll attractions in NorfolkComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandRecommended towns near Binham
Blakeney, in the county of Norfolk (3.8 miles, 6.0 km, direction NE)
The 100ft tower rising above the Church of St.Nicholas is a landmark that can be seen for miles around. At the eastern end of the church, a smaller tower acts as a beacon to guide vessels to the safety of Blakeney Harbour.
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Great Snoring, in the county of Norfolk (3.8 miles, 6.2 km, direction SW)
There are two Snoring villages, Little and Great Snoring, between them they share one of the many quaint names in which Norfolk abounds.
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Cley next the Sea, in the county of Norfolk (4.7 miles, 7.5 km, direction NE)
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Little Snoring, in the county of Norfolk (4.8 miles, 7.7 km, direction S)
There are two Snoring villages, Little and Great Snoring, between them they share one of the many quaint names in which Norfolk abounds.
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Wells-next-the-Sea, in the county of Norfolk (4.8 miles, 7.8 km, direction NW)
This is an enchanting seaside resort with old houses, shops and pubs lining the maze of narrow streets leading to the quayside.
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Salthouse, in the county of Norfolk (6.5 miles, 10.5 km, direction NE)
The village is renowned as a haven for wildlife, it is the place to go in winter if you want to see a good migratory flock of Snowbuntings, and other migratory birds who invade the area in vast numbers.
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Burnham Overy Staithe, in the county of Norfolk (9.1 miles, 14.6 km, direction W)
Lying on the broad expanse between Hunstanton and Stiffkey Marshes, is the delightful sailing village of Burnham Overy Staithe from which there are spectacular views towards Scolt Head Island.
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Burnham Market, a Picturesque Village in the county of Norfolk (9.4 miles, 15.1 km, direction W)
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Sheringham, in the county of Norfolk (11.2 miles, 18.0 km, direction E)
This delightful resort grew up from what was once a small fishing village, some of the old cottages belonging to the fisher-folk of yester-year still survive close to the shore at the far end of the town.
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Heydon, in the county of Norfolk (11.4 miles, 18.3 km, direction SE)
This is a village that is used to publicity, it has been the setting for numerous films including The Go-Between, made in 1970 starring Alan Bates and the beautiful Julie Christie.
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Oulton, in the county of Norfolk (11.7 miles, 18.9 km, direction SE)
The town is attractive with a delightful mixture of buildings, including timber-frame black and white, it is pleasant for taking a stroll, and The Boulevard is where you can hire a boat or book a trip on the Waveney.
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Brancaster Staithe, in the county of Norfolk (11.8 miles, 19.1 km, direction W)
Brancaster Staithe enjoys an enviable position on the north Norfolk coast. It is an enchanting place where the pace of life is...
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East Runton, in the county of Norfolk (13.7 miles, 22.1 km, direction E)
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Cromer, in the county of Norfolk (14.9 miles, 24.0 km, direction E)
Famous for delicious Crab for which folk still travel for miles to catch fresh, or buy from the quayside.
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Aylsham, a Historic Market Town in the county of Norfolk (15.3 miles, 24.6 km, direction SE)
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All towns in NorfolkComplete A to Z of towns in EnglandNearby travel help
| Sheringham Station | (11.3 miles, 18.1 km, direction E) |
| West Runton Station | (12.6 miles, 20.2 km, direction E) |
| Norwich Airport | (22.1 miles, 35.5 km, direction SE) |
| Cambridge Airport | (59.0 miles, 95.0 km, direction SW) |
| A1(M) Junction 17 | (59.0 miles, 95.0 km, direction SW) |
| A1(M) Junction 16 | (59.5 miles, 95.7 km, direction SW) |
| Binham to London | (107.6 miles, 173.1 km, direction SW) |
Hotels & Accommodation in Binham
| Hotel Name | Approximate distance from Binham center |
| The Crown Hotel | (7.4 miles, 11.9 km, direction SW) |
| The Wensum Lodge Hotel | (7.5 miles, 12.1 km, direction SW) |
| Sculthorpe Mill | (8.0 miles, 12.9 km, direction SW) |
| Maltings Hotel | (8.2 miles, 13.3 km, direction E) |
| Old Brewery House Hotel | (12.7 miles, 20.5 km, direction SE) |
| Felbrigg Lodge | (12.8 miles, 20.7 km, direction E) |
| The Kings Head Hotel | (14.1 miles, 22.8 km, direction W) |
| The Old Coach House | (15.8 miles, 25.4 km, direction W) |
| Green Farm Hotel And Restaurant | (16.2 miles, 26.1 km, direction E) |
| Hill House | (16.3 miles, 26.3 km, direction S) |
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