Carbrooke’s story is part of a much wider history. Situated within the ancient Wayland Hundred of Norfolk, the village has witnessed more than 1,500 years of change, from Saxon settlement and medieval life to agricultural transformation, two world wars and the present day.
Begin with the 1,500 Years of Carbrooke History timeline, which places the village’s story alongside the wider history of Britain and the world. Explore the archaeological excavation at Carbrooke School, evidence of the village’s earliest inhabitants, remarkable local finds and the stories that have shaped Carbrooke through the centuries.
Discover how the First and Second World Wars transformed the village through the construction of the aerodrome, the establishment of the War Memorial and later community projects such as the Carbrooke Poppies. Learn about the rediscovery, conservation and presentation of Carbrooke’s rare Civil War parish armour, and uncover many of the people, events and discoveries that make the village’s history unique.
Contents:
► Explore a timeline of 1,500 Years of Carbrooke History
► Extraordinary Weather
Roman Britain (43–410)
Early Medieval & Anglo-Saxon Era (410–1066)
► Ancient History
► Archaeological Dig at Carbrooke School 1998
► Local Finds