2021
TG0536 : Thornage village sign
taken 4 years ago, near to Thornage, Norfolk, England
This is 1 of 2 images, with title Thornage village sign in this square
Thornage village sign
This side of the sign depicts bishop James Goldwell and Thornage Hall where he lived and had a deer park. It makes you wonder where he got all the money to pay for it. The other side of the sign Link depicts the 19th century brass and iron foundry founded (no pun intended) by John Mann. The falcon which is on the shield atop the sign represents, falconry which was something else the bishop enjoyed at the expense of the common man. Link
Village Signs of East Anglia
Village signs are typically placed along the principal road or in a prominent location such as a village green or close by the church. The design often depicts a particularly feature of the village or a scene from its history, heritage, or culture. They are typically made of wood or metal or a combination of both, the designs are often made by the local community.
Although they do appear in villages and towns all over the country they are more prominent in East Anglia than elsewhere in the country.
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- Grid Square
- TG0536, 33 images (more nearby 🔍)
- Photographer
- Adrian S Pye (more nearby)
- Date Taken
- Tuesday, 20 April, 2021 (more nearby)
- Submitted
- Friday, 23 April, 2021
- Subject Location
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OSGB36:
TG 0503 3633 [10m precision]
WGS84: 52:53.1195N 1:2.7542E - Camera Location
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OSGB36:
- View Direction
- Southwest (about 225 degrees)