What is Snettisham famous for?
Snettisham breathes history: one of the British Museum’s prize collections was discovered here. Known as the Snettisham Hoard, this collection of Iron Age metal, jet and gold torcs was carefully buried more than 2,000 years ago.
Does Snettisham have a beach?
The expansive sands of Snettisham are in fact Norfolk’s only west facing beach. Snettisham beach is a natural haven and largely unspoiled. The extensive sand and mud flats are frequented by various wading birds such as avocets, knots and bar-tailed godwit which can be seen from the RSPB reserve.
What is there to do in Snettisham?
Things to Do near Snettisham Park
- Fox & Hounds, Heacham. #3 of 8 things to do in Heacham.
- Church of St. Mary Magdalene.
- Old Hunstanton Beach. #1 of 3 things to do in Old Hunstanton.
- Searles Sea Tours. #1 of 3 Tours in Hunstanton.
- Holme Dunes National Nature Reserve.
- Norfolk Lavender.
- The Sandringham Estate.
- Heacham South Beach.
How many people live in Snettisham?
| Snettisham | |
|---|---|
| Bench and signpost in Snettisham | |
| Snettisham Location within Norfolk | |
| Area | 28.03 km2 (10.82 sq mi) |
| Population | 2,570 (2011) |
Where was the Snettisham hoard found?
Norfolk
The Snettisham Hoard or Snettisham Treasure is a series of discoveries of Iron Age precious metal, found in the Snettisham area of the English county of Norfolk between 1948 and 1973….
| Snettisham Hoard | |
|---|---|
| Material | Gold |
| Created | 70 BC |
| Discovered | Snettisham in 1948–73 |
| Present location | British Museum Norwich Castle |
Can you swim at Heacham Beach?
– Poor: You are advised not to swim. The beach will stay open and an action plan should be in place to improve the water quality.
Is Snettisham beach nice?
It’s still a quiet and completely uncommercial beach. If you’re looking for swathes of golden sand where the tide goes out for miles, I would suggest beaches such as Holkham, Wells-next-the-Sea, or Brancaster and you’ll find my comprehensive guide to all the Norfolk beaches here.
Are there toilets at Snettisham beach?
There are no official facilities or public toilets at Snettisham Beach, however during busy times of year you may find a food truck and/or ice cream van in the car park. There are some shops and refreshments available at the closest caravan park, and more further back down Beach Road.
What is a torc bracelet?
A torc, also spelled torq or torque, is a large rigid or stiff neck ring in metal, made either as a single piece or from strands twisted together. It identifies the wearer as a person of high rank, and many of the finest works of ancient Celtic art are torcs.
How big is a torc?
It is made from an alloy of gold, silver and copper, and weighs over 1 kg. The neck-ring is made from 64 wires in eight separate coils. The ends are elaborately decorated with swirling motifs. The torc was probably buried around 50 BC.
Is Heacham a sandy beach?
Also known as ‘Stubborn sands’, Heacham South Beach is found along the long stretch of predominantly sandy coastline which runs north from Snettisham. From the beach, whose golden sands mixed with shingle are backed by low dunes, there are views across the bay towards Lincolnshire.
Are dogs allowed at RSPB Snettisham?
Shore hide and Rotary hide adapted for wheelchair users with large viewing flaps at variable heights. Assistance Dogs and other well-behaved dogs on leads welcome at all times.
How big is the village of Snettisham in Norfolk?
The village’s name means ‘Snaet’s/Sneti’s homestead/village’. The civil parish has an area of 28.03 km 2 (10.82 sq mi) and in the 2001 census had a population of 2374 in 1097 households. For the purposes of local government, the parish falls within the district of King’s Lynn and West Norfolk.
Where is the River Ingol in Snettisham Norfolk?
This is because, unlike much of Norfolk’s coast where the sea stretches to the horizon, Snettisham looks across the square-mouthed estuary of The Wash at the county of Lincolnshire, only 15 miles (24 km) away. The River Ingol runs to the south of the village upon which stands the now unused Snettisham watermill.
Where can I find a map of Snettisham?
This map of Snettisham is provided by Google Maps, whose primary purpose is to provide local street maps rather than a planetary view of the Earth. Within the context of local street searches, angles and compass directions are very important, as well as ensuring that distances in all directions are shown at the same scale.
How to get to Snettisham from King’s Lynn?
There is a regular service from King’s Lynn. The reserve is clearly signposted down Beach Road from the A149 Snettisham and Dersingham bypass. Continue down Beach Road for about 1.5 miles (2.4 km), the car park is on your left.