South Norfolk
Properties and events in South Norfolk
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500 Years of the Swan
Hear the tale of a pub which was built with funds earned through treachery and betrayal, and the stories it can tell in its long and varied life.
Becket’s Chapel
The chapel is one of Wymondham's most important heritage assets. The earliest parts of the building date from the 12th century and it has been an important part of life in the town for hundreds of years.
Behind the Scenes at the Corn Hall Diss
Join us at The Corn Hall Diss this Heritage Open Days on a guided tour and discover its hidden heritage.
Booze and Brewing
A whistle stop tour through a town's wayward past featuring the antics of some of the hard drinkers and landlords, both respectable and less so.
Brush Making Talks
Join Ken Doughty to learn about the rich history of brush making, both a local industry to Diss and a staple market across the country for centuries. Discover the Tramp Route of brush makers across England and the lives and craft of these workers.
Brushes, Bobbins, and Banter
The ordinary is often extraordinary, and Diss Museum will be celebrating the remarkable lives of everyday workers from Diss and district. The weekend event shines a light on the town’s rich industrial heritage, with a focus on brush and lace making.
Come and Have a Go
Drop in and visit our craftspeople and have a go. Do you knit or crochet? Spin or weave? Rag rugs?
Costessey Archive Open Day
A chance to view Costessey Town Council's Archive
designermakers21 and the Winfarthing Anglo-Saxon Project
Artists and creators at designermakers21 are being inspired by the Winfarthing Anglo-Saxon Project. Come and visit them in their studios to see demonstrations and take part in a variety of craft activities.
Dickleburgh Village History Group Come and find out about the village
Dickleburgh Village History Group has a collection of photographs, documentation, census records and artefacts that cover all aspects of village life historically and present. We welcome visitors to come and explore.
Discover the Anglo-Saxons in Winfarthing
Visit Winfarthing church and use our new interactive kiosk to learn about South Norfolk in the Anglo-Saxon period. Find out about the Winfarthing Woman, who was buried near the village in the 7th century with a rich collection of gold jewellery.
Domestic and Industrial Heritage
Explore Harleston’s nooks and crannies and discover the rich industrial and domestic heritage. Where did the Butcher, the Baker and the Clockmaker work? Why were there so many schools and public houses?
Exhibition Of Historic Bibles commemorating the 500th anniversary of Tyndale's New Testament translation into English
The exhibition charts the translation of the Bible from Ancient writing, the Dead Sea Scrolls and Greek manuscripts to English via Tyndale’s translation of the New Testament 500 years ago to the King James Bible, through to modern languages.
Family Time - Vintage Special
Step back in time with a selection of vintage games. Share old favourites with the younger generation and see what pastimes were like before the internet.
Get Me Home
Follow a cartoon trail of local shopkeepers and help them get to the correct shop.
It's in the Mail
A history of Harleston’s messaging and sail service over the centuries.
Just a Cuppa - Reminiscence
Come along to a ‘Just a Cuppa’ with a difference. On display will be a selection of ‘Reminiscence Kits’. Specially created for those affected by Dementia they are a great talking point and can be enjoyed by all.
Low Ground- High Expectations
Whitlingham Country Park arose from sixteen marshes. Through a two-mile long guided walk, come and find out how our two broads were created and what happened a century ago when Whitlingham hosted a Royal Agricultural Show.
Old Crafts
Come and learn about old crafts still practiced here. Whittling, easy to start, massive skill and ‘eye’ to produce striking pieces. Stick making. Take a simple piece of wood and make it into a useful and decorative object.
Open Art Show
An exhibition of artwork from local people with a theme of 'everyday lives'.