Bergh Apton
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| Bergh Apton | |
| Norfolk | |
|---|---|
 Bergh Apton Village Hall | |
| Location | |
| Grid reference: | TG232085 |
| Location: | 52°33’40"N, 1°24’7"E |
| Data | |
| Population: | 442 (2011) |
| Post town: | Norwich |
| Postcode: | NR15 |
| Dialling code: | 01508 |
| Local Government | |
| Council: | South Norfolk |
Bergh Apton is a village in Norfolk, found seven miles south-east of Norwich, close to the A146 road between Yelverton and Thurton. The 2011 Census recorded a parish population of 442.
History
The origin of the name 'Bergh Apton' is from the joining of two separate villages: Apton to the north-west and Bergh to the south-east, each with its own church. Apton was served by the church of St. Martin; its last recorded use was in 1555 and the remains were cleared in 1834. Bergh was served by the Church of St. Peter and St. Paul which stands on a low hill overlooking the River Chet on the southern boundary of the combined parish. The church appears to have been reconstructed in the 14th century, with local flint with ashlar and brick details.[1]
Outside links
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References
- ↑ Kelly, Geoffrey (2005). The Book of Bergh Apton. Tiverton: Halsgrove. ISBN 978-1-841-14418-4.
- Kelly, G. (2005). The Book of Bergh Apton. Honiton: Halsgrove.