Adam's Pit
Adam's Pit is a small pond/wildlife sanctuary situated at the junction of Dereham Road and Paradise Lane immediately to the north of the A1067 road. It is held in trust by the Parish Council and has recently been transformed from a muddy overgrown pond to a well managed wildlife conservation area. Financial assistance has been received from Norfolk County Council who have also given advice. Work was still in progress as of April 2012. The origin of its name is unknown.
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