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History & heritage in Norfolk
Norfolk’s history is layered into the landscape, from medieval towns and churches to grand houses, castles and sites that shaped the county’s story. Explore heritage attractions that bring the past to life through buildings, collections and places where the details still feel close to the surface.
It’s also a strong option for families, with plenty of sites offering engaging interpretation and space to explore at your own pace.
Have a browse for inspiration or go directly to a business listing below.
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Mannington
Beautiful gardens with lake, trees and shrubs surround a medieval moated manor (not open). Feature… Beautiful gardens with lake, trees and shrubs surround a medieval moated manor (not open).…
Norwich Castle Museum and Art Gallery
900 years of history, yours to discover 900 years of history, yours to discover
Sainsbury Centre
The Sainsbury Centre is a world-class art museum with a unique perspective on how art can foster… The Sainsbury Centre is a world-class art museum with a unique perspective on how art can…
Thursford Collection
Thursford Collection is open during the summer as a working museum of mechanical organs, Wurlitzer… Thursford Collection is open during the summer as a working museum of mechanical organs,…
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Castle Acre Priory
Explore one of the largest and best preserved monastic sites in England dating back to 1090.
Horsey Windpump
Fully restored and once again standing proud over the broadland landscape, Horsey Windpump is…
Mid Norfolk Railway
East Anglia's longest heritage railway operating between Dereham and Wymondham (11.5 miles).…
The Warehouse Antiques & Collectables
The largest selection of antiques and collectables in East Anglia with over 100 dealers and 90…
North Norfolk Railway
From Sheringham to Holt, the North Norfolk Railway runs through the county's most stunning coastal…
Mannington
Beautiful gardens with lake, trees and shrubs surround a medieval moated manor (not open). Feature…
True’s Yard Fisherfolk Museum (The North End Trust)
An independent social history Museum depicting the story of the North End fisherfolk.
Cromer Museum
Discover the geological history of Norfolk’s coastline in these charismatic fishermen’s cottages.
NT Sheringham Park
Sheringham Park is the most complete and best preserved example of a park and house designed by the…
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