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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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001 sainsbury centre for visual arts
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Sainsbury Centre

The Sainsbury Centre is a world-class art museum with a unique perspective on how art can foster…

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NT Oxburgh Estate

Home to the Bedingfeld family for 500 years, Oxburgh reveals one family's unshakable Catholic faith…

001 bressingham steam and gardens
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Bressingham Steam and Gardens

Welcome to the home of Bressingham Steam & Gardens, generations of fun for everyone since 1961.

001 the english distillery roudham norfolk
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The English Distillery

Visit the home of the ‘World’s Best Single Malt Whisky’. This independent, family-owned distillery…

001 mannington estate gardens
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Mannington

Beautiful gardens with lake, trees and shrubs surround a medieval moated manor (not open). Feature…

001 strangers hall museum
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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.

001 thursford collection thursford norfolk
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Thursford Collection

Thursford Collection is open during the summer as a working museum of mechanical organs, Wurlitzer…

001 the tolhouse gaol
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The Tolhouse Gaol

Discover the darker side of England’s history through crime and punishment.

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NT Felbrigg Hall & Gardens

The estate at Felbrigg comprises 520 acres of woods, with rolling parkland, a lake and waymarked…

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