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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.
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Ickworth Estate – National Trust
An Italianate Palace in the heart of Suffolk. With over 1800 acres of parkland, gardens and brand… An Italianate Palace in the heart of Suffolk. With over 1800 acres of parkland, gardens and…
Little Hall Lavenham
One of the oldest buildings in the best preserved of the Suffolk wool towns, this 14th century… One of the oldest buildings in the best preserved of the Suffolk wool towns, this 14th century…
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…
Euston Hall & Estate
Discover Euston Hall & Estate, a Palladian home built in 1666, set in 10,500 acres. Home to the… Discover Euston Hall & Estate, a Palladian home built in 1666, set in 10,500 acres. Home to…
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Time and Tide Museum
A captivating journey through the rich maritime heritage of this vibrant coastal town.
Lavenham Guildhall – National Trust
An impressive timber-framed building dating from 1530. Originally the hall of the Guild of Corpus…
The Red House
Visit Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears' home, garden and archive on the Suffolk coast
Wroxham Miniature Worlds
Wroxham Miniature Worlds is the largest indoor modelling attraction in the UK. Great fun for all…
The Crooked House, Lavenham
Suffolk's most photographed home, that inspired a world-famous nursery rhyme
Long Shop Museum
A museum filled with stories about invention, creation, imagination and revolutions.
NT Oxburgh Estate
Home to the Bedingfeld family for 500 years, Oxburgh reveals one family's unshakable Catholic faith…
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