Fakenham

Fakenham is a town and civil parish in North Norfolk, England. In 2001 there were 7,357 people living in Fakenham, rising to 7,617 in 2011.  Fakenham is a Saxon name, meaning "Homestead of Facca", or "a place on a fair river".

It is on the River Wensum about 25 miles North West of Norwich. Fakenham has been a market town since 1250.  The church in Fakenham was founded in 1593, and rebuilt in 1825.  

Attractions
Attractions include horse racing, youth clubs, societies, Fakenham Mega-Fun and bowling.

 References 

Category:Civil parishes in Norfolk
Category:North Norfolk
Category:Towns in Norfolk