Doric Lodge / Masonic Hall

The Masonic Hall, Chandlers Hill, Wymondham, Norfolk, NR18 0BE

You will have entry into a Grade II listed building. The building is owned and used by Freemasons in particular Doric Loge which celebrates its…

You will have entry into a Grade II listed building. The building is owned and used by Freemasons in particular Doric Loge which celebrates its 150th year of existence in the town of Wymondham. The building has retained its original features with some additional building extensions added over the years.

Opening Times

• Thursday 7 September: 1400-1600
• Friday 8 September: 1400-1600
• Saturday 9 September: 1400-1600
• Sunday 10 September: 1400-1600

Booking Details

No booking required

Access Information

Entrance into hall would be down app 8 stair treads, for that might have difficulty a chair lift is available.

Directions

Use town centre car park, and exit car park on foot in southerly direction on to Chandlers Hill. The Hall is app, 100 yds down hill on right

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Wymondham Abbey

Church Street, Wymondham, Norfolk, NR18 0PH

One of England’s 100 best churches, this 900 year old parish church is a former abbey. Norman nave, flying angel roof, two Georgian organs,…

One of England’s 100 best churches, this 900 year old parish church is a former abbey. Norman nave, flying angel roof, two Georgian organs, medieval graffiti and glittering golden altar screen designed by Sir Ninian Comper. Plus heritage lottery funded new extensions and exhibitions opened in November 2015.
Twenty minute tours will run on the hour on Saturday and Sunday, the Abbey archive will be open on Saturday and bell tower tours will be available on Sunday afternoon.
Activities and trails for children every day.
Refreshments available.

Opening Times

• Thursday 7 September: 1000-1700
• Friday 8 September: 1000-1700
• Saturday 9 September: 1000-1700
• Sunday 10 September: 1200-1700

Booking Details

No booking required

Access Information

Please call us for details and directions regarding disabled parking/access.

Directions

Parking is available in town centre car parks or there are some spaces available in the Abbey Hall Car Park or on the road nearby. The Abbey is a very short walk from the Mid Norfolk Railway's station, Wymondham Abbey Halt, and this makes a lovely way to travel to Wymondham.

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Wymondham Vintage Day

Wymondham Town Centre, Market Place, Wymondham, Norfolk, NR18 0AG

Join in the retro fun as Wymondham Town Centre steps back in time. Appreciate the classic cars and motorcycles, take a ride on a 1950s bus, join…

Join in the retro fun as Wymondham Town Centre steps back in time. Appreciate the classic cars and motorcycles, take a ride on a 1950s bus, join the guided walk around the town, indulge in a proper vintage tea and listen to live music in the Market Place.

NEW for this year: travel on a steam train ride between Wymondham and Dereham, dance the day away at a tea dance at Central Hall, bake a cake for the Vintage Bake-off, watch local archive films at the Ex-Services Club and take a ride on a red double-decker. Visitors can browse vintage-themed stalls and admire collections from 1920s to 1980s. There's plenty of fun for younger visitors - vintage-style games are on offer throughout the day at Priory Gardens. Come along in your best vintage outfits - this is a day to dress to impress!

Opening Times

• Sunday 10 September: 1000-1600

Booking Details

Pre-booking: Preferred
Walking tours of the town entitled 'Travel back in time to meet Ethel Gooch'- Wymondham's first 'First Lady' will be held at 11am and 2pm, lasting approximately one hour. Contact: Georgette Vale Call: 07867 681839 Email: Georgette@valemail.eu Booking opens: 7 August 2017

Directions

The event will be held on the Market Cross, in Market St car park, in Priory Gardens and inside the Baptist Church on Queen St.

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Wymondham: Becket’s Chapel

Wymondham Arts Centre, Beckets Chapel, 2 Church Street, Wymondham, Norfolk, NR18 0PH

A 14th century chapel, founded in 12th century with unusual and original 15th century false-hammerbeam roof and 15th century fleuron decorated…

A 14th century chapel, founded in 12th century with unusual and original 15th century false-hammerbeam roof and 15th century fleuron decorated arch with associated story. It has connections with Kett's Rebellion (1549). Visitors can take part in a history detection trail and a pattern making workshop. Art Gallery also available.

Opening Times

• Thursday 7 September: 1000-1700
• Friday 8 September: 1000-1700
• Saturday 9 September: 1000-1700
• Sunday 10 September: 1200-1700

Booking Details

Pre-booking: Preferred
Site is free to explore but activities must be pre-booked Contact: Andrew Carpenter Call: 07736685363 Go to: http://wymondhamarts.org Booking opens: 1 August 2017 09:00 Booking closes: 7 September 2017 12:00

Access Information

No parking available on site but car parks only a very short walk away.

Additional information

Max 6 people per tour/session. There will be an art exhibition in the building at the same time.

Directions

Situated at the bottom of Market Street in central Wymondham, between the Market Cross and the Abbey, immediately behind the Town Sign.

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