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Norfolk’s history is written into its streets, skylines and landscapes, from medieval market towns and grand estates to coastal heritage and stories shaped by the sea. Explore castles, churches and old trading places, then zoom in on the details, from historic lanes to museums that bring local life into focus. There’s also powerful 20th-century history across the county, with sites and memorials that connect Norfolk to wider national and international stories. Whether you’re after a single landmark or a full day of exploring, Norfolk makes it easy to step into the past without feeling stuck there.
History + Heritage Stories & Inspiration
What are the best museums in Norfolk
Posted: 8th Mar 2026
We’ve chosen our top 10 museums in Norfolk, including Norwich Castle, Time & Tide at Great… We’ve chosen our top 10 museums in Norfolk, including Norwich Castle, Time & Tide at Great…
What are the best museums in Norfolk
Posted: 8th Mar 2026
We’ve chosen our top 10 museums in Norfolk, including Norwich Castle, Time & Tide at Great…
Where to find Normans in Norfolk
Posted: 2nd Feb 2026
The biggest landscape and cultural impact in Norfolk’s history was the arrival of the…
Norfolk's historic links to North America and USA
Posted: 2nd Feb 2026
Like so many coastal English counties, Norfolk could be relied upon to supply many of the original…
Top History + Heritage Attractions
Cromer Pier Pavilion Theatre
Home to the "The Cromer Pier Show” famously known as the 'Seaside Special' the celebrated only ‘End… Home to the "The Cromer Pier Show” famously known as the 'Seaside Special' the celebrated only…
Cromer Pier Pavilion Theatre
Home to the "The Cromer Pier Show” famously known as the 'Seaside Special' the celebrated only ‘End…
Wells and Walsingham Light Railway
Narrow Gauge steam railway. Timetable service operates everyday between March and October. Narrow Gauge steam railway. Timetable service operates everyday between March and October.
Wells and Walsingham Light Railway
Narrow Gauge steam railway. Timetable service operates everyday between March and October.
Bure Valley Railway
Norfolk’s longest narrow gauge steam railway runs between the old market town of Aylsham and the… Norfolk’s longest narrow gauge steam railway runs between the old market town of Aylsham and…
Bure Valley Railway
Norfolk’s longest narrow gauge steam railway runs between the old market town of Aylsham and the…
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,…
Thursford Collection
Thursford Collection is open during the summer as a working museum of mechanical organs, Wurlitzer…
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Strangers Hall Museum
A hidden gem in the heart of Norwich - one of the city’s oldest and most exquisite buildings. A hidden gem in the heart of Norwich - one of the city’s oldest and most exquisite buildings.
Strangers Hall Museum
A hidden gem in the heart of Norwich - one of the city’s oldest and most exquisite buildings.
Gressenhall Farm & Workhouse
Discover Norfolk’s rural history over 50 acres of glorious countryside, from the traditional… Discover Norfolk’s rural history over 50 acres of glorious countryside, from the traditional…
Gressenhall Farm & Workhouse
Discover Norfolk’s rural history over 50 acres of glorious countryside, from the traditional…
Sowerbys Holiday Cottages
Independent and local, we are north Norfolk's leading holiday cottage agency. Discover the place… Independent and local, we are north Norfolk's leading holiday cottage agency. Discover the…
Sowerbys Holiday Cottages
Independent and local, we are north Norfolk's leading holiday cottage agency. Discover the place…
American Library, Memorial to the 2nd Air…
A living memorial dedicated to the 2nd Air Division of the 8th US Army Air Forces who were based in… A living memorial dedicated to the 2nd Air Division of the 8th US Army Air Forces who were…
American Library, Memorial to the 2nd Air Division, 8th Air Force, United States Army Air Forces
A living memorial dedicated to the 2nd Air Division of the 8th US Army Air Forces who were based in…
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Strangers Hall Museum
A hidden gem in the heart of Norwich - one of the city’s oldest and most exquisite buildings.
True’s Yard Fisherfolk Museum (The North End Trust)
An independent social history Museum depicting the story of the North End fisherfolk.
Time and Tide Museum
A captivating journey through the rich maritime heritage of this vibrant coastal town.
Thursford Collection
Thursford Collection is open during the summer as a working museum of mechanical organs, Wurlitzer…
The Warehouse Antiques & Collectables
The largest selection of antiques and collectables in East Anglia with over 100 dealers and 90…
The Tolhouse Gaol
Discover the darker side of England’s history through crime and punishment.
The English Distillery
Visit the home of the ‘World’s Best Single Malt Whisky’. This independent, family-owned distillery…
NWT Hickling Broad and Marshes National Nature Reserve
The largest of the Norfolk Broads, NWT Hickling Broad is a year-round haven for many of the UK's…
Paul Dickson Tours
Paul Dickson Tours runs guided walking tours in Norwich, Cromer and the Broads National Park.
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