Waxham
| Waxham | |
| Norfolk | |
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 Waxham Barn | |
| Location | |
| Grid reference: | TG439262 |
| Location: | 52°46’44"N, 1°36’54"E |
| Data | |
| Local Government | |
| Council: | North Norfolk |
Waxham is a small village in Norfolk, on the north-east coast of the county in Sea Palling parish.
Buildings in the village include Waxham Hall, the 14th-century St John's Church and the 16th-century Waxham Barn. One of the largest barns in the county, Waxham Barn has latterly been restored and opened to the public.
The village has an extensive beach backed by dunes. Many migrant birds fly over through the area in spring and autumn and Common Cranes feed in fields near the village.
Lordship of Waxham
The Lordship of Waxham has a rich documented history that covers many centuries. It was held by St Bene'ts Abbey and Alan the Earl of Richmond, a Breton noble who fought for King Stephen. The Lordship of Waxham today is a privately owned feudal title.
Idle local legend tells that Waxham Hall is haunted by the ghosts of six members of the Brograve family, all of whom died in battle. It is said that an 18th-century owner of the house once invited them all to dinner.[1]
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References
- ↑ Ash, Russell (1973). Folklore, Myths and Legends of Britain. Reader's Digest Association Limited. p. 250. ISBN 9780340165973.