Bodham
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Bodham is a village situated a couple of miles inland from the north coast of Norfolk. It is on the A148 road linking Cromer to Holt, Fakenham, and Kings Lynn. It has a thriving village store and a public house, The Red Hart Inn. The Church, All Saints is situated about 3/4 of a mile out of the village to the south. The parish council chairman is Harry Bruford.
The village sign shows a representation of a medieval tax collector going about his employment. The tax collector's name was Boda and is mentioned in the Domesday Book, which confirms his existence and the fact that he lived there. Bodham means "Boda's Village".
[edit] Bodham & Beckham Village Hall
Chair Pam Baker Bodham and Bckham Village hall is a modern hall less than 20 years old. It is regularly used by Bodham Bingo Club, Yoga classes, Church events and Bodham and Beckham youth club. Regular Quiz night Fundraisers are held during the winter months. The hall is heated and the facilities are possibly the best in the area. Hire fees are competitive and discounts are available for Parishioners.
[edit] Bodham Playing Field
Bodham Playing Field (on Cromer Road) has a full-size football pitch and a 'juniors' pitch. The Playing field committee is in the process of Restoring its changeing facility and work is due to start in the next couple of months. Bodham Men's team and the east coast eagles junior are made up of Players from outside the village. events held on Bodham playing field include, Bonifire and fireworks in November, A Fete in August, Charity football matches 2/3 times per year and regular car-boot sales. also on the Playing field is Bodham Croquet Club. the club won the EACF Croquet league (northern division) in 2006, Internal competitions were, Knock-out shield - Callum Ringer. American (all play all) - Harry Bruford. Doubles - Callum Ringer & Cedric Lytton. Golf Croquet - Callum Ringer
