St. Mary's Church is one of the 124 existing Round-tower churches in Norfolk. It was likely built during the 12th century and contains memorials to Henry Bexwell and Francis Bachcroft within.[3] The church was restored in the 19th century and was further refurbished in the 1980s by local fundraising.[4]
Stone barn at Bexwell
There is also a late 15th century stone barn which stands adjacent to the A1122 King's Lynn to Colchester road. It is likely that this structure was built as a gatehouse to Ryston Hall and was later repurposed as a barn. It was re-roofed in the 20th century. The building has been Grade II listed since 1984.[5]
Bexwell Hall Farmhouse was built in the late 16th century but has been extensively remodelled since. This structure has been Grade II listed since 1989.[6]
In the 1931 Census, Bexwell had a population of 60.[7] On 1 April 1935, the parish was abolished and merged with Ryston.[8]
