Tattersett: All Saints and Historical Traces

All Saints is a specific cultural and historical point of interest for a trip to Tattersett: the church has a very rare medieval wall painting of Saint Erasmus, and the remains of Coxford Priory lie a few hundred metres away. The round barrow in Wicken Covert offers a different type of monument. Church art, priory remains and earthworks introduce different historical themes. For your plans, consider the route to the church, possible event dates and the potential accessibility of the priory remains.

All Saints and the Wall Painting

The wall painting of Saint Erasmus is a striking medieval image. Only three such depictions are thought to have survived from the English Middle Ages. This claim of rarity makes the work a clear cultural and historical highlight and offers travellers interested in sacred art a specific point of reference. Walkers and cyclists are welcome at All Saints.

Access to the Church

Access to All Saints is from the Four Winds crossroads on the A148, via Tatterford Road and a farm track. The church is about 600 yards along the farm track. This distance is an approximate figure that gives you a guide to the final stretch; it refers to the farm track, not the entire journey. Conditions on the route may change, so check them before your visit.

Coxford Priory

The remains of Coxford Priory lie a few hundred metres from All Saints Church and are designated a Scheduled Monument. Alongside the wall painting, this offers a distinct archaeological point of reference: the church and priory remains represent different forms of medieval heritage. The remains may not be open to the public. If you are considering a visit, check access in advance and do not plan on the priory remains as a guaranteed place to visit.

The Round Barrow in Wicken Covert

The round barrow in Wicken Covert is also designated a Scheduled Monument. It lies about 100 m south-east of Highfield House. A visible, circular mound of earth, it is around 26 m wide and up to 1.2 m high. These measurements give it a low, broad profile and help you picture the shape of the monument. The mound lies on former heathland in the Good Sands upland region of north-west Norfolk. Its shape and setting complement one another: the measurements describe the earth mound, while the former heathland character adds a landscape connection.

Planning Events

The regular events mentioned include services on the second Sunday of each month, music concerts and picnics. If you would like a service or concert to be part of your travel plans, check the specific dates in advance. This lets you plan your visit around a particular event day rather than relying solely on the recurring schedule.

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