We are very fortunate to live
in an unspoilt and peaceful village in North Norfolk four miles from the coast,
where time, to a certain extent, appears to have stood still. I do not
envisage the village changing in my lifetime as it is now protected under North
Norfolk planning guidelines.
Above: view from one of
the many footpaths across the fields.
Below: The church
stands on a hill on the outskirts of the village and can be seen from all roads
coming into the village.
Weavers Way runs along the edge of
the village, and along with quiet lanes and additional footpaths created by the
local Estate, there are wonderful walks and far reaching views in which ever
direction we decide to go.
Above: Long Lane, which
is around one mile in length, is a perfect place to start off lead training as
it is straight with high hedges on both sides.
A large herd of Red Deer roam freely
on the Estate, and Muntjac Deer visit our garden to feed from the Blackberry
bushes. Along the river and canal wildlife can be seen in abundance.
Above: The dogs enjoy
swimming in the river, which is a short walk from our house.
Although the village shops and pubs
have all now closed we are fortunate to still have a Blacksmith in the village.
Above: The village
forge.
It is of course a working environment
with both pasture and arable land, but it is carefully managed and hedgerows
which were sadly ripped out many years ago are now being replaced.
Above: Spring
Below: Harvest
A herd of Red Poll cattle graze on the
edge of the village. This is a rare breed which has its origins in
Norfolk.
Above: the herd on the
other side of the meadow, with bull, in the middle of the group.
Below: Red Poll's are
renown for the gentle disposition, and they soon came over to investigate!
The herd are very photogenic,
although I feel my camera does not do them justice as they are in outstanding
condition and their coats gleam in the sunshine!
6th September 2007
