Bredon's Norton
# Bredon's Norton

Bredon's Norton or Norton-by-Bredon is a village and civil parish 11 miles (18 km) south east of Worcester, in the Wychavon district, in the county of Worcestershire, England. In 2021 the parish had a population of 254. The parish touches Eckington, Bredon, Strensham and Kemerton.

## Features

There are 21 listed buildings in Bredon's Norton. St Giles's Church was rebuilt in 1883.

## History

The name "Bredons Norton" means 'Bredon's north farm/settlement'. Bredons Norton was recorded in the Domesday Book as Nortune. Bredon's Norton was "Nortune" in the 11th century and "Northton" in the 13th century. In the early 12th century Bredons Norton Manor was held by the Bishop of Worcester. Bredons Norton became a civil parish in 1866.

## Notable residents

* Antarctic explorer Raymond Priestley was born in nearby Tewkesbury and retired to Bredon's Norton. Pieces relating to his life are in Tewkesbury Borough Museum.
* American women's rights activist Victoria Woodhull retired and died in Bredon's Norton.
