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A Newcomer’s Guide to Thetford, Norfolk, England: Part 2

Part 1 of this series looked into where to locate doctor’s surgeries, dentists, the library and it also listed some of the banks that serve Thetford residents. This article will offer some further insight into what services are available for residents in Thetford, Norfolk.

Register Office

The Register Office in Thetford is licensed to register births and deaths and it also performs civil and religious wedding services. It can be found at King’s House, King Street, Thetford, Norfolk IP24 2AP. King’s House is a Grade II Listed Building, with stunning views both inside the building and outside in the adjoining gardens. King’s House Register Office is flanked by the statue of Thomas Paine just outside the building. In order to register a birth or death, call (01842) 754115. Alternatively, if you need to register a marriage, call (01842) 766848.

Police Station

Hopefully, you will not need to stop by the police station to report a crime, but if you do, it is located right on the busy Norwich Road, Thetford, IP24 2HU. The telephone number is 0845 456 4567. Thetford Police Station can also give you free advice about how to burglar-proof your home and business and how to protect your personal security.

Pharmacies

For many new residents who move to Thetford, it is important to know where the local pharmacies are located, especially if they take repeat prescriptions on a regular basis. There are three main pharmacies to choose from in Thetford. Tesco Pharmacy is located with the Tesco Superstore at Kilverstone, Thetford, IP24 2RL. The telephone number is 0845 6779681. Lloyds Pharmacy can be found at 10 King Street, Thetford, IP24 2AP. The telephone number is (01842) 752) 846. Boots is located at Burrell Way, Thetford, Norfolk IP24 3QS. The telephone number is (01842) 755618. Once you register with either Grove or School Lane Surgery, you will be given the choice of which pharmacy you would like to dispense your prescriptions.

Adult Education

Are you looking to further or continue your education once you move to Thetford, but you are not sure of where to turn? Thetford Adult Education Centre can help. It is located at Tanner House/ Tanner Street, Thetford IP24 2BQ. To learn more about what is on offer, stop by Tanner House for a course guide or call for more information. The telephone number is (01842) 755492.

These are just some of the services that are available for Thetford residents once they move to the town.