Watton is a market town in Norfolk, situated in the Breckland district. It hosts the historic Wayland Agricultural Show and lies about 25 miles west-southwest of Norwich and 15 miles northeast of Thetford.
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Watton, Norfolk is a market town in the Breckland district of Norfolk, England, about 25 miles (40 km) west-southwest of Norwich and 15 miles (24 km) northeast of Thetford. The town is known for hosting the annual Wayland Agricultural Show in its west, which is one of the oldest one‑day such shows in England. The setting places Watton within a rural part of Norfolk, offering a community atmosphere typical of market towns in the region. Its proximity to Norwich and Thetford provides access to larger urban amenities while maintaining a quieter local environment. The Wayland Agricultural Show reflects a longstanding agricultural heritage, suggesting that farming and related activities are significant aspects of the local economy and culture.