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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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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,…
Melford Hall – National Trust
This romantic turreted brick mansion, home of the Hyde Parker family, features Regency, Georgian… This romantic turreted brick mansion, home of the Hyde Parker family, features Regency,…
Wolterton
Set amidst 500 acres of stunning nature, this historic home is a perfect hideaway for the most… Set amidst 500 acres of stunning nature, this historic home is a perfect hideaway for the most…
The Red House
Visit Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears' home, garden and archive on the Suffolk coast Visit Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears' home, garden and archive on the Suffolk coast
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Kentwell Hall
A timeless Manor House set in acres of stunning, family-friendly gardens and parkland, in the…
Aldeburgh Museum
Aldeburgh Museum is housed in the iconic Grade 1 Listed, 16thC, timber framed Moot Hall which is…
Clare Town Council
Clare is an historic market town in West Suffolk, bordered by the Stour, midway between Haverhill…
Forncett Industrial Steam Museum
The museum demonstrates the power of steam and aims to inspires future generations to learn about…
National Trust Felbrigg Hall & Gardens
The estate at Felbrigg comprises 520 acres of woods, with rolling parkland, a lake and waymarked…
Bircham Windmill
Bircham windmill is a lovely family day out, with windmill museum, bakery, tearooms, gift shop and…
Museum of Norwich at The Bridewell Museum
From medieval times to modern day, the Museum of Norwich tells the story of the city's industries…
Elizabethan House Museum
Experience the lives of those who lived in this splendid quayside house, from Tudor times to the…
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