Searching for information on ancestor

I am searching for information on my great-great-grandfather William Hudson, who was born in 1838 in Swanton Morley and died on 19 November 1905 in Hackford next Reepham.

As a child William was sent to live in Gressenhall Workhouse. He grew up and was educated, becoming a solicitor’s clerk and accountant.

I am assuming these are small towns and there must be some local historians that may know something.

Any more information would be appreciated greatly.

Heidi Bird, Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada

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