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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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Sandringham

The Royal Family's country retreat - perhaps the most famous historic house in Norfolk, set in "the…

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National Horse Racing Museum

The Palace House Estate is a 5-acre site in the heart of Newmarket, featuring three complementary…

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Lynn Museum

A treasure trove celebrating West Norfolk’s heritage, and the home of Seahenge – the extraordinary…

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Gressenhall Farm & Workhouse

Discover Norfolk’s rural history over 50 acres of glorious countryside, from the traditional…

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Ipswich Town Football Club Stadium Tours

Go behind the scenes at Portman Road Stadium, see areas usually off limits to the public and get…

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NT Blickling Estate

Discover a complete Norfolk estate with something for everyone. With a breath-taking red brick…

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Forncett Industrial Steam Museum

The museum demonstrates the power of steam and aims to inspires future generations to learn about…

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Castle Acre Priory

Explore one of the largest and best preserved monastic sites in England dating back to 1090.

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Mid-Suffolk Light Railway

Suffolk's only standard gauge heritage railway

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