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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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Featured History & Heritage
Woodbridge Tide Mill Museum
Visit The Tide Mill, Woodbridge, one of a handful worldwide still producing flour and working on… Visit The Tide Mill, Woodbridge, one of a handful worldwide still producing flour and working…
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…
National Horse Racing Museum
The Palace House Estate is a 5-acre site in the heart of Newmarket, featuring three complementary… The Palace House Estate is a 5-acre site in the heart of Newmarket, featuring three…
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…
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Detectorists Tour
Explore the world of Danebury on this guided Detectorists Tour and see over 10 filming locations in…
The Red House
Visit Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears' home, garden and archive on the Suffolk coast
NT Felbrigg Hall & Gardens
The estate at Felbrigg comprises 520 acres of woods, with rolling parkland, a lake and waymarked…
University of East Anglia
Our stunning and vibrant Norwich campus is home to a global community pursuing personal 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…
Discover Newmarket
Discover Newmarket offers a unique opportunity to go behind the scenes at horseracing's…
Grimes Graves
Journey back in time at Grime’s Graves, as you descend 9 meters below ground into Britain’s only…
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