Church of St Mary The Virgin - Heacham
Heacham has a long and varied history The village has a link to the Native American princess Pocahontas who married the Englishman John Rolfe, who was born in Heacham. and who's father was vicar at St. Marys Church.
Today Pocahontas is still remembered by a memorial carving in this beautiful church.[hidden away in the Lady Chapel ]. she was born c 1595 died 1616 at Gravesend. where she is buried
. Heacham is linked with Jamestown in Virginia, where the Powhatan Native Americans met with the settlers, of the :- Susan Constant .This was 116' long,54 passengers and 17 crew, Godspeed only 88' and with 39 passengers and 13 crew, the Discovery at 49' which held 32 passengers and 9 crew.
how they ever made the trip after seeing the replicas in James Town was a miracle.
For a real sensory treat, take a trip to Norfolk Lavender at Heacham, England’s premier lavender farm. There are guided tours available around Caley Mill and the lavender collections, plus a tea room with plenty to tempt you and a gift shop packed with wonderful lavender gifts. can recommend the lavender scones very yummy!!! There are also two beaches to enjoy,North and South Heacham and of course Pocahontas Lakes for the fishermen!! please use a lot of discretion when searching and replacing, as this can be muggle central at Church service times .. you do not need to enter the churchyard..to find.. you are looking for a small cliplock box with log book and pen and a few swops Good luck
CONGRATS FTF - The Box Detectives well done
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