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Watts Naval School

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Watts Naval School — a school heritage in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.

Converted Chapel of Watts Naval Training School - geograph.org.uk - 554273

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Typical visit
1 h–2 h
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Watts Naval School is a school heritage located in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom. Catalogued from Wikidata's UK heritage register; see the Wikipedia article for further historical and visitor details.

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Place summary

Watts Naval School is located in the East Midlands. This institution is notable for its historical significance in maritime education, although specific details about its founding or architectural style are not provided.

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Background

Visiting

The main school building was demolished and its site was returned to grass apart from the captains 5 bedroom house which is the last remainders of the school, the rest became a poultry farm. After the closure of the poultry operation, four seven-bedroom houses were built on the site. The chapel survives as a private residence, after some years of being used as a piggery. The chapel memorial windows were removed by Barnardo's in 1978 and sold at auction. They are now in private hands in the United States. Some of the other school buildings are still in ruins, although most have been renovated and restored to domestic use. The road remains private from the bridge over the river Wensum up to…

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Coordinates
52.7647, 0.9555
County
Norfolk
District
Breckland
Parish
Bintree
Postcode
NR20 5LE
Parliamentary constituency
Mid Norfolk
Established
1903

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Watts Naval School?
Watts Naval School is in Norfolk, the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode NR20 5LE), in the parish of Bintree.
When was Watts Naval School built?
Built or established in 1903.
Is Watts Naval School free to visit?
Yes, Watts Naval School is free to enter.
How do I get to Watts Naval School?
Drivers can navigate to postcode NR20 5LE. It sits within the Mid Norfolk parliamentary constituency.