Ludham, St Benet's Abbey 1934
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The Abbey of St Benet-at-Holm was founded in 1020 AD by King Canute. It survived the dissolution of the monasteries, but Henry VIII transferred its income and its Abbot, William Rugge, to the see of Norwich. The Bishop of Norwich is still Abbot of St Benet's and holds a service at the abbey each August, arriving in a procession of boats.

An extract from Norfolk Broads Photographic Memories.

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A Selection of Memories from Ludham

For many years now, we've been inviting visitors to our website to add their own memories to share their experiences of life as it was, prompted by the photographs in our archive. Here are some from Ludham

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I knew Sergeant Sissen well as he used to meet the Hickling policeman in Catfield where I was born. Local police met regularly in what was called, I think, a "point". I was born in 1925 so I remember the two policemen standing by their tall cycles outside the junction of Catfield Street and Limes Road.
As a child in the early 1960's my family used to holiday on and around the Broads. My most vivid memory is of a place I considered the most magical in the world....Fairyland in Ludham !! I know it is long gone now but I would LOVE any pictures or memories others have of this place. Sadly, although I know photos were taken my parents obviously didnt keep them and none have survived. I can recall it being rather overgrown ...see more
My great uncle:Stephen Sissen, was policeman to Ludham from 1922 to 1936 Whilst serving in Ludham he received numerous commendations for his work and the Kings Silver Jubilee medal was awarded to him on 10th May 1935