Great Snoring
The small north Norfolk village of Great Snoring is 7 miles inland from the coastal town of Wells-next-the-Sea. The market town of Fakenham is only 4 miles away and the picturesque town of Holt is 12 miles north east of the village. At the centre of Great Snoring stands the 13th century church of St Mary. The village population is in decline, unlike its neighbouring village, Little Snoring, whose population has grown considerable over recent years.
Accommodation in Great Snoring
Garden Wall Cottage
Great Snoring, Norfolk
This stylish, open-plan barn style retreat has been lovingly and elegantly revamped for 2020. You’ll notice curiosities and antiques dotted around this cottage, making it a unique place to stay. As well as communal gardens to the front of the cottage and a grassed area to the side, the perfect place for a morning coffee or a spot of yoga, Garden Wall Cottage has a private back garden (complete with hot tub) for the ultimate peaceful spot to watch the sun go down, with a glass in hand.
Thursford Castle
Great Snoring, Norfolk
A unique opportunity to stay at an outstanding North Norfolk property. If you are a fan of Grand Designs and restoration projects, this is the place for you. Stunning modern architectural design encompasses the restored ruins of a romantic Gothic chapel and all set in beautiful, idyllic countryside a fifteen minute drive away from the coast.
Owl Cottage
Great Snoring, Norfolk
Owl Cottage is a charming Grade II listed 17th Century character cottage and retains many of its original features - oak beams, inglenook fireplace, sash windows, exposed flint, brick and stone walls. In 2022 the cottage underwent a full renovation and extension introducing space, light, a wealth of modern comforts and en-suite facilities. Ancient and modern working beautifully in harmony.
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Around Great Snoring
Great Snoring at a glance
- District
- North Norfolk
- Distance to Norwich
- about 24 miles
- Nearest town
- Fakenham (3.5 miles)
- Height above sea level
- 50 m
Historic and listed buildings in Great Snoring
19 listed buildings within about ¾ mile of the village centre, from the National Heritage List for England.
- Grade I
- Grade II*
- Grade II*
- Grade II
- Grade II
- Grade II
- Grade II
- Grade II
- Grade II
- Grade II
- Grade II
- Grade II
- Grade II
- Grade II
- Grade II
Source: Historic England. Most listed buildings are private homes – please view from public land.
Places to eat, drink and stay near Great Snoring
The closest pubs, cafés, restaurants, takeaways and B&Bs, with their official food hygiene rating.
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Ratings: Food Standards Agency (Open Government Licence). Ratings change after each inspection – tap a name for the latest.
Wildlife recorded around Great Snoring
The most frequently recorded species within 3 km of Great Snoring since 2022 (7,888 records submitted to the National Biodiversity Network).
Birds
- Blue Tit
- Blackbird
- Great Tit
- Robin
- Dunnock
- Red Kite
- Chaffinch
- Coal Tit
- Goldfinch
- Woodpigeon
- Greenfinch
- Great Spotted Woodpecker
Other wildlife and plants
- Grey Squirrel
- Small White
- Meadow Brown
- Gatekeeper
- Feral Cat
- Large White
- Hedgehog
- Red Admiral
- Speckled Wood
- Holly Blue
- Ringlet
- Peacock
Source: NBN Atlas – records from Norfolk recorders and conservation groups. Please follow the Countryside Code and keep to paths.
Villages near Great Snoring
- Little Snoring 1.5 miles
- Little Walsingham 1.7 miles
- East Barsham 1.9 miles
- Great Walsingham 1.9 miles
- Kettlestone 2.1 miles
- North Barsham 2.1 miles
- Hindringham 2.5 miles
- West Barsham 2.7 miles
- Thursford 2.9 miles
- Wighton 3.4 miles
Live weather
Weather in Great Snoring
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Getting to Norfolk
- Train: Greater Anglia runs direct trains from London Liverpool Street to Norwich, plus lines to Cromer, Sheringham, Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft and Cambridge. National Rail journey planner
- Road: the A11 (from Cambridge and London) and the A47 (east–west) are the main routes.
- Air: Norwich Airport is 4 miles north of the city.
- Bus: plan local journeys on Traveline.
Useful links
- Visit Norfolk – official tourism site
- Visit the Broads – Broads Authority
- Met Office weather warnings
- RNLI beach safety and tide advice
- National Trust in Norfolk
In an emergency
- 999 – police, fire, ambulance and coastguard
- 111 – NHS urgent medical advice
- 101 – Norfolk Police, non-emergency