a market-town of England, in the county of Norfolk, on the top of a hill, 27 miles W. by N. of Norwich, and 93 N.N.E. of London. It is generally well built, and has in the centre a large market-place, containing a handsome cross. The chief buildings are the parish church, a large cruciform structure of the fifteenth century, with a pinnacled tower, and some ancient monuments; a town-hall, jail, theatre, and assembly-rooms. There are also places of worship for Wesleyan Methodists, Baptists, and others; several schools, and a savings bank. Markets and fairs are held here, and there is some trade in butter. Pop. 3858.