Gayton & Grimston
Ward in King's Lynn and West Norfolk, Norfolk, England
| Coordinates: | 52.746, 0.541 |
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| OS grid ref: | TF 71 19 |
| Dialling code: | 01553 (Kings Lynn) |
Gayton and Grimston sit as a largely rural ward to the west of King's Lynn and West Norfolk in Norfolk, England, made up of neighbouring villages surrounded by arable farmland and hedgerow-lined lanes. The settlements retain a strong sense of history, with medieval parish churches, listed farmhouses and a compact village centre character that reflects centuries of rural life.
Local life is centred on community halls, pubs and village events, while agriculture and small local enterprises remain important to the economy; many residents also commute into King's Lynn and West Norfolk or further afield for work. The surrounding countryside offers quiet walking and birdwatching opportunities, making it a peaceful base for those who value village community and easy access to larger market towns.
Postcode districts covering Gayton & Grimston
Most populated places nearby
- King's Lynn 5.1 miles8.3 km
- Wisbech 16.6 miles26.7 km
- Thetford 24.4 miles39.3 km
- March 23.3 miles37.5 km
- Downham Market 12 miles19.3 km
Neighbouring places
- Gayton Built-up area 0.6 miles1 km
- Ashwicken Built-up area 1.5 miles2.4 km
- Grimston Built-up area 1.6 miles2.6 km
- Pott Row Built-up area 1.8 miles2.9 km
- East Winch Built-up area 2.3 miles3.7 km
- Roydon Built-up area 2.6 miles4.1 km
- Congham Parish 2.7 miles4.3 km
- Leziate Built-up area 2.8 miles4.4 km
- Bawsey Parish 2.8 miles4.5 km
- East Walton Parish 2.8 miles4.5 km
- Massingham with Castle Acre Ward 3.2 miles5.2 km
- Hillington Built-up area 3.6 miles5.9 km
Example postcodes in Gayton & Grimston
PE32 1UQ, PE32 1DJ, PE32 1PF, PE32 1PS, PE32 1NX, PE32 1XE, PE32 1WJ, PE32 1DT, PE32 1DE … See all
Transport links
- Norwich International Airport 31.4 miles50.6 km
- Stansted Airport 60.9 miles97.9 km
- King's Lynn Railway Station 5.7 miles9.2 km
- Watlington Railway Station 8.3 miles13.4 km
Hotels in Gayton & Grimston Ad
Schools in Gayton & Grimston
- Ashwicken C of E Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary
- Holly Meadows School Primary
Local points of interest
- Sandringham House Estate 5.9 miles9.5 km
- Snettisham Beach Beach 9.4 miles15.2 km
- Stow Hall Gardens Gardens 10 miles16.1 km
- Wild Ken Hill Nature reserve 10.4 miles16.7 km
- Fakenham Racecourse Recreation 14.2 miles22.8 km
- Saham Wood Forest 15.8 miles25.5 km
- Lynford Hall Estate 16.9 miles27.2 km
- Wayland Wood Forest 18.3 miles29.4 km
- Holkham Meals Forest 18.7 miles30.1 km
- Wells Harbour Harbour 20 miles32.2 km