Merton, Norfolk
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| Merton | |
| Norfolk | |
|---|---|
 Merton St Peter | |
| Location | |
| Grid reference: | TL905991 |
| Location: | 52°33’23"N, 0°48’35"E |
| Data | |
| Population: | 133 (2011) |
| Post town: | Thetford |
| Postcode: | IP25 |
| Dialling code: | 01953 |
| Local Government | |
| Council: | Breckland |
Merton is a hamlet in Norfolk to the south-west of Watton, with a population of 133 in 56 households at the 2011 Census.
The villages name means "Pool farm/settlement".[1]
The grand house here, Merton Hall, is the home of Lord Walsingham.
The parish church, St Peter's, is one of 124 existing round-tower churches in Norfolk and is a Grade I listed building.[2]
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References
- ↑ Place-Names
- ↑ National Heritage List 1172419: Church of St. Peter (Grade II listing)
