South Walsham is a small village and civil parish in the Broadland district of Norfolk, England, set on the edge of the Norfolk Broads. The village is centred around the broad and surrounding reedbeds, with South Walsham Broad offering quiet boating, rich birdlife and that characteristic flat, watery landscape that draws walkers and wildlife enthusiasts; it’s a short drive from Norwich and sits amid a patchwork of farmland and marsh.
Historically the area has medieval roots and a tradition of fenland livelihoods such as fishing, reed-cutting and agriculture, while today tourism and conservation sit alongside farming in the local economy. The village maintains a strong community feel with historic buildings, village amenities and events that reflect a mix of rural Norfolk life and the leisure focus of the Broads.