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Historic maps of Ranworth and the local area, hand-drawn by Ordnance Survey and Samuel Lewis. View all Ranworth maps
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Ranworth books
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Norfolk Broads Photographic Memories
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Norfolk Coast Photographic Memories
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Norfolk Photographic Memories
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Memories of Ranworth
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Norfolk memories
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.
Shared on 13 June 2008
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... [more]
Shared on 06 April 2008
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
Shared on 07 December 2006
I've been looking into my family roots and my gt gt grandad came from here, the Howards then moved to Hull, Yorkshire.
Shared on 27 February 2009
Neatishead - the enchanted village!
I spent holidays in this magical place as a boy, staying year after year with my beloved aunt and uncle and my two cousins. It was a vibrant and exciting English village that buzzed and thronged with life and activity. I watched each dawn from my bedroom window as the village street and the busy post office slowly came to life.... [more]
Shared on 11 March 2007
I left school at 15 in 1953, and like many others of my age went to work at A R Taylors timber merchants. I first worked at the Tunstead road site. It was hard work and unlike today there was no such thing as a contract of employment so you did whatever anyone who was older than you told you to... [more]
Shared on 18 June 2006
I am looking for a church called Heringby or St Ethelbert Church where my ancestor Hugh Atte Fenne was buried in the chancel next to his mother. He bequeathed money to rebuild the tower, roof and porch around 1474 when he died. He also founded a college and an almshouse for the poor. Could this be the same... [more]
Shared on 28 July 2009
Peggy from the USA, who sent a memory of Brundall, is my cousin. Arthur Henry Brigham was my grandfather, and he was the Signalman at Brundall railway station. I knew Sydney (her father) very well, and also spent many happy days at Brooms boatyard. Get in touch Peggy - it's your long lost cousin calling!!!
Shared on 01 March 2009
Extracts From Ranworth & Norfolk books
Displaying a selection of extracts from Frith books about Ranworth, inspired by Frith photos.
Norfolk Broads Photographic Memories
It is a busy day for the small Ranworth Broad, with sailing boats and dinghies out as well as a large motor cruiser. In the centre of the picture is a sailing wherry, the shallow, wide bottomed boat with its characteristic square sail, an adaptation of the traditional trading wherry.
This is an extract from Norfolk Broads Photographic Memories.
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Norfolk Broads Photographic Memories
One of the most beautiful of the many lovely Broads churches is St Helens at Ranworth, a short walk from the staithe. The road has widened little since 1934, and there is now a small area where two or three cars can park. The owners of the old-fashioned bicycles propped against the fence are working on the verge opposite.
This is an extract from Norfolk Broads Photographic Memories.
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Norfolk Broads Photographic Memories
The mid 15th-century rood screen is considered by many to be the finest in the country, having escaped damage by Cromwell's troops. A major restoration in 1960 revealed beautifully-coloured portraits of apostles and saints. The font and lectern are both noteworthy, and a mediaeval antiphoner in superb condition is on display. If you feel energetic, a climb to the roof... [more]
This is an extract from Norfolk Broads Photographic Memories.
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