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History & heritage in East Anglia
Suffolk and Norfolk offer an easy way to step through centuries, with Roman roots, Norman strongholds and Tudor-era homes threaded through the landscape. Explore historic towns and villages, visit heritage sites of national importance and hear the local details that bring timelines to life, often with guides who know the area inside out.
There’s plenty for families too, including living history events, demonstrations and hands-on activities that make the past feel tangible. Many outdoor heritage sites welcome dogs on leads, making it simple to combine a visit with fresh air and a walk.
Have a browse for inspiration or go directly to a business listing below.
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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,…
The English Distillery
Visit the home of the ‘World’s Best Single Malt Whisky’. This independent, family-owned distillery… Visit the home of the ‘World’s Best Single Malt Whisky’. This independent, family-owned…
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…
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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Mid Norfolk Railway
East Anglia's longest heritage railway operating between Dereham and Wymondham (11.5 miles).…
Strangers Hall Museum
A hidden gem in the heart of Norwich - one of the city’s oldest and most exquisite buildings.
Woodbridge Tide Mill Museum
Visit The Tide Mill, Woodbridge, one of a handful worldwide still producing flour and working on…
Framlingham Castle - English Heritage
Visit Suffolk's Castle on the Hill and explore the towering walls behind which Mary Tudor was…
The Warehouse Antiques & Collectables
The largest selection of antiques and collectables in East Anglia with over 100 dealers and 90…
Castle Acre Priory
Explore one of the largest and best preserved monastic sites in England dating back to 1090.
Sainsbury Centre
The Sainsbury Centre is a world-class art museum with a unique perspective on how art can foster…
Houghton Hall, Walled Garden and Sculpture Park
Palladian Mansion built for Britain's First Prime Minister, Sir Robert Walpole.
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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