Museums in East Anglia

Holkham Estate, Wells-next- the-Sea, Norfolk, NR23 1AB

Steeped in history, Holkham Hall has the perfect location, surrounded by acres of rolling parkland rich in wildlife and the nearby north Norfolk coast with its stunning beach.

St Michael's Church, Framlingham, Woodbridge, SUFFOLK, IP13 9BJ

St Michael's Framlingham is one of six magnificent hub churches in the Angels & Pinnacles project of 24 Suffolk churches.

Houghton, King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE31 6UE

Houghton Hall is one of the grandest Palladian Houses in England with magnificently furnished state rooms. Award winning 5 acre walled garden, Model Soldier Collection, Contemporary sculptures, restaurant & Gift shop.

Duxford, Cambridgeshire, CB22 4QR

IWM Duxford tells the story of the impact of aviation on the nature of war, on people’s lives and the history of our region.

Snape, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 1SR

Victorian Maltings buildings nestled alongside the River Alde, with shops, galleries, restaurants, river trips, farmers markets and world famous concert hall.

115-123 King Street, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1QE

Dragon Hall is a magnificently restored Grade 1 listed medieval trading hall. It opens as a museum and is a venue for educational, cultural and community events.

Farmers Avenue, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 3JU

One of the city’s most famous landmarks, Norwich Castle was built by the Normans as a Royal Palace 900 years ago. Now a museum and art gallery, it is home to some of the most outstanding collections of fine art.

Mill Close, Burwell, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB25 0HL

A local rural history museum depicting life through the centuries on the edge of the Cambridgeshire fens. The site includes an early 19th century windmill.

Tolhouse Street, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 2SH

Visit one of the UK's oldest gaols, dating back to the 12th century. See the original cells and discover the fate of the thieves, smugglers, witches, pirates and murderers who were confined here.

4 South Quay, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 2QH

Stroll around the period rooms in this Tudor merchants house with a free audio tour. Discover the hoard of Civil War coins and try on Tudor costumes.

2/3 Castle Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 3JL

Discover the real story of Cambridge and its people through this fascinating Museum of Cambridge life. Explore Cambridge tradition and history through nine unique room settings.

Denny Abbey, Ely Road, Waterbeach, Cambridgeshire, CB25 9PQ

These historic buildings tell the story of rural Cambridgeshire through the centuries. Denny Abbey’s many rooms have housed Benedictine monks, Franciscan nuns, Knights, Templars and Cambridgeshire farmers.

46 Gainsborough Street, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 2EU

Gainsborough’s House is the birthplace of Thomas Gainsborough RA and shows an outstanding collection of his work. A varied programme of temporary exhibitions is also on show throughout the year. Gift, coffee shop and garden.

Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJ

Colchester Castle is temporarily closed for 2013 for an exciting redevelopment. We will be creating new museum displays and improved visitor facilities. The Castle will re-open for Easter 2014. Visit our website for further details

Old Warden Aerodrome, Old Warden, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 9EP

A unique historical collection of aircraft from a 1909 Bleriot to a 1942 Spitfire in flying condition, and cars dating from an 1898 Panhard in running order.

34 Marine Parade, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 2EN

Yesterday's World, located on Great Yarmouth's Golden Mile with life-size Victorian streets and shop displays, there's fun for the whole family! Ride our full sized Victorian carousel and marvel at how many original exhibits we have here.

Welwyn Bypass Road, Welwyn, Hertfordshire, AL6 9FG

Discover the secrets of the past in a steel vault hidden under the A1 motorway. The last bathwater drained away 2000 years ago but you can see how the Romans took a bath in this unique site.

99 High Street, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 8JH

Discover the stories of racing - the people, the horses and the history. From the early royal origins of the Sport of Kings at Newmarket to its modern-day heroes. Ride the racehorse simulator and experience the excitement of a race.