Welcome to Mattishall

Mattishall is an English civil parish within the district of Breckland and the county of Norfolk

It is situated 13 miles (21 km) west of Norwich and 4 miles (6.4 km) east of Dereham, at the geographical centre of Norfolk. It covers an area of 11.89 km2 (4.59 sq mi) and had a population of 2,631 in 1,110 households at the 2001 census.[1] For the purposes of local government, it falls within the Elmham and Mattishall division of Norfolk County Council and the Mattishall ward of Breckland District Council.

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29 May 2026 - Planning

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) – Proposed future development in Mattishall

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28 May 2026 - Planning

Mattishall Parish Council Objections

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21 May 2026

Local Plan Update! Thynnes Lane proposal

Latest information on the Breckland Local Plan - Thynnes Lane housing proposal
15 May 2026 - Transport

A47 Full weekend closure 8pm Friday 29 May – 6am Monday 1 June

A47 East Tuddenham - Easton project

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