Frettenham is a civil parish in the English county of Norfolk. Known in the Domesday Book as 'Fretham', Frettenham is located six miles north-east of Norwich, surrounded by countryside. The village is well known for its rich farmland. It covers an area of 6.33 km2 (2.44 sq mi) and had a population of 727 in 288 households at the 2001 census, increasing slightly to a population of 740 in 307 households at the 2011 Census.For the purposes of local government, it falls within the district of Broadland. The parish church of St Swithin dates from the 14th century; the chancel was rebuilt in 1869 by the architest Richard Phipson. St Swithin's church

Home to pretty treasures, Frettenham is United Kingdom's best kept secret. Frettenham is located at a short trip away from Canterbury a major city in United Kingdom. Attractions in Canterbury include Canterbury Cathedral, Howletts Wild Animal Park, Marlowe Theatre. Also, to reach Frettenham, you'll have to take a flight to Canterbury; so its not really a detour. And even if it is, the city is worth paying at least a quick visit. Tour packages of Frettenham are of 1 to 2 days duration.