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East Dereham

East Dereham, also known simply as Dereham, is a town in Norfolk, England. It lies on the site of a monastery founded by Saint Withburga in the seventh century. A holy well in the town supposedly began to flow when her body was moved from the town to Ely.

Notable buildings in the town include the pargetted Bishop Bonners Cottage , built in 1502, the Norman parish church, a windmill and a large mushroom-shaped water tower. The Gressenhall Museum of Rural Life is nearby.

Famous people from the town include Brian Aldiss. It is also known as the place where William Cowper died.

Last updated: 01-04-2007 01:18:57
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