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Aylsham

Built-up area in Broadland, Norfolk, England

Coordinates:52.795, 1.251
OS grid ref:TG 19 26
Population:6,016
Dialling code: 01692 (North Walsham)
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Aylsham is a historic market town in the district of Broadland in Norfolk, England, set beside the River Bure and about 13 miles north of Norwich. Its origins run back to the medieval period and the town still centres on a well‑used Market Place surrounded by timber‑framed and Georgian buildings.

The town retains a lively local economy based on agriculture, independent shops, small‑scale industry and tourism, helped by the nearby Bure Valley Railway and easy access to the Broads and Blickling Hall. Aylsham is known for its community spirit, regular markets and events, making it a pleasant blend of historic charm and day‑to‑day village life.

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Transport links

  • Norwich International Airport 8.4 miles13.5 km
  • Stansted Airport 76.1 miles122.5 km
  • North Walsham Railway Station 5.8 miles9.3 km
  • Whitwell and Reepham Railway Station 6 miles9.7 km

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Schools in Aylsham

  • Aylsham High School Secondary
  • Bure Valley School Primary
  • John of Gaunt Infant and Nursery School Primary
  • St Michael's C of E VA Primary and Nursery School Primary

Local points of interest

  • Blickling Hall Historic site 1.4 miles2.2 km
  • Gunton Estate 5.1 miles8.2 km
  • Sheringham Beach Beach 10.5 miles16.9 km
  • Saint Mary's Church, East Ruston (Redundant) Historic site 10.7 miles17.2 km
  • East Ruston Old Vicarage Gardens 10.8 miles17.4 km
  • Weybourne Beach Beach 11.6 miles18.6 km
  • Chapelfield Centre Shopping centre 11.8 miles19 km
  • Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts Museum 12.1 miles19.5 km
  • Plumstead Hall Estate 12.2 miles19.6 km
  • Carrow Road Stadium 12.2 miles19.7 km
  • Cart Gap Beach 12.8 miles20.6 km
  • RSPB Surlingham Church Marsh Nature reserve 14.4 miles23.1 km