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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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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…
Museum of the Broads
The only museum dedicated to the origins, wildlife, industries and people of this unique… The only museum dedicated to the origins, wildlife, industries and people of this unique…
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,…
Hindringham Hall Gardens
Shortlisted for Historic House Garden of the Year Award 2020 Shortlisted for Historic House Garden of the Year Award 2020
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Thursford Collection
Thursford Collection is open during the summer as a working museum of mechanical organs, Wurlitzer…
Gressenhall Farm & Workhouse
Discover Norfolk’s rural history over 50 acres of glorious countryside, from the traditional…
Sainsbury Centre
The Sainsbury Centre is a world-class art museum with a unique perspective on how art can foster…
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…
The English Distillery
Visit the home of the ‘World’s Best Single Malt Whisky’. This independent, family-owned distillery…
Sandringham
The Royal Family's country retreat - perhaps the most famous historic house in Norfolk, set in "the…
NT Oxburgh Estate
Home to the Bedingfeld family for 500 years, Oxburgh reveals one family's unshakable Catholic faith…
Wherry Yacht Charter
Sit back and enjoy the tranquillity of sailing on a historical wherry yacht. Join one of the many…
Elizabethan House Museum
Experience the lives of those who lived in this splendid quayside house, from Tudor times to the…
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