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Brian Aldiss

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The source records Dereham as this person's birthplace. The pin marks the area, not an exact birth address or later home.

Brian Aldiss
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Dereham
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Why this person is known: British science fiction writer (1925–2017)

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  • Adrian S Pye, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
  • David Smith, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
  • Jim Osley, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
  • Computer-made picture. It does not show this garden.
  • James Emmans, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
  • Ian Robertson, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
  • Computer-made picture. It does not show this walking route.
  • Keith Evans, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
  • Hugh Venables, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
War MemorialListed building · 13 yd

Explorer Tom East Dereham War Memorial in Breckland is a Grade II building, which is fancy for a slab. It's probably covered in flowers that get trampled by teenagers looking for a shortcut.

The Assembly RoomsMemorial · 24 yd

Explorer Tom The Assembly Rooms in Breckland was built in 1756 on the spot where the old prison used to be. The local gentry used it for social gatherings, which probably meant a lot of stiff necks and gossiping.

Dereham : milestoneMonument or public art · 69 yd

Explorer Tom Dereham: milestone is just another stone pretending to be important in a town that has better things to do. It might tell you how far away the pub is, which would be handy. Give it a wave and keep moving on!

Victorian wall postbox number nr19 1923Old post box · 167 yd

Explorer Tom Victorian wall postbox number nr19 1923 is stuck in a wall like a stubborn mule. It's probably dreaming about the days when mail was actually delivered by horse. Wave to it!

Queen Mothers GardenGarden · 235 ydComputer-made picture. It does not show this garden.

Explorer Tom Queen Mothers Garden in Breckland is playing hard to get. Rumor has it she planted something magical here back in the day, but now it’s just weeds and mystery. Take a photo if you spot anything glittering.

Bishop Bonner's CottageArchaeological place · 236 yd

Explorer Tom Bishop Bonner's Cottage in Breckland is named after a bishop, so expect some religious history. Access is unknown, so check before entering. It’s an archaeological place. Take a picture for me of the cottage. I bet it has character.

Ellenor Fenn GardenGarden · 338 ydComputer-made picture. It does not show this garden.

Explorer Tom Ellenor Fenn Garden in Breckland is named after someone who probably died in a dramatic fashion involving tea and betrayal. The flowers are blooming because they don’t know any better than to trust you.

Scarning FenNature reserve · 1646 yd

Explorer Tom Scarning Fen is a nature reserve that smells like wet socks and ancient secrets. I bet the fens remember everyone who’s ever complained about the mud. Step carefully, or it’ll swallow you!

Platinum Jubilee Trails - The Wendling WayWalking route · 1.1 miComputer-made picture. It does not show this walking route.

Explorer Tom Platinum Jubilee Trails - The Wendling Way is all flash and no substance for most people. It was made for a celebration, so it might be a bit dusty now. Don't expect the red carpet, mate.

Wensum WayVisitor information · 1.5 mi

Explorer Tom The Wensum Way is back again! This one’s marked as a public footpath. So, you can walk it? Probably. Check the signs and enjoy the scenery while you're at it.

Lolly MoorNature reserve · 1.9 mi

Explorer Tom Lolly Moor is a nature reserve that sounds like a sweet shop got lost on the way to the heath. I suspect there are no lollies, just moody clouds and confused walkers. Enjoy!

Hoe via Hoe Rough Circular WalkWalking route · 2.0 miComputer-made picture. It does not show this walking route.

Explorer Tom Hoe via Hoe Rough Circular Walk has a name that sounds like a bad joke. It's a circular walk, which means you'll end up exactly where you started. Brilliant plan, really!

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