Explore Swaffham with the Market Town Trail Discover the history, stories, and hidden gems of Swaffham with our self-guided Market Town Trail. Pick up your free guide at the Museum of Swaffham, follow the trail through the town, and learn more about its unique heritage. Complete the walk and receive a free tote bag as […]
Join us for a relaxing hot drink, cake and activity, ranging from crafts to handling artefacts. Each monthly session will have a different activity. In February be inspired by the designs of Frederick Savage’s fairground creations, and try your hand at sign writing. Coffee Mornings are open to all and free to attend; includes museum […]
Guest speaker Ron Feakes will discuss the work of Savages, the King's Lynn steam engine manufacturing business which was formed in 1850 by local businessman and Mayor Frederick Savage. In this talk Ron will discuss some of Savages' lesser-known creations, including the fascinating 'Little Samson' steam tractors, as well as the industrial and financial challenges […]
Spend the morning at Peter Beales and learn all about the best seeds to sow in March with our horticultural expert, Dawn. In this free, hour-long course, Dawn will show you all of the seeds you can sow in March, including how different sizes of seed need planting differently, the best compost and containers to […]
Join our Senior Rosarian Ian Limmer for a special evening, as he celebrates a lifetime devoted to growing and nurturing some of the finest roses in the country. Having started working at Peter Beales Roses as a Saturday boy at sixteen, Ian has worked his way up the ranks to Nursery Manager and is one […]
Have you found something interesting like a metal object, coin, piece of pottery or flint? Bring it along to show us! The Finds Identification and Recording Service from Norfolk County Council will be at the Museum to take a look at your material and talk to you about recording.
Once a month, under 5s and their families are invited to explore Lynn Museum with a variety of activities, trails, songs, games and stories. These sessions have a different theme each month, and are specially designed for early years learning, allowing young children the chance to explore the museum in their own way. As we […]
Join us for a relaxing hot drink, cake and activity, ranging from crafts to handling artefacts. Each monthly session will have a different activity. In March, try your hand at retro rag rugging using recycled fabrics. Coffee Mornings are open to all and free to attend; includes museum admission. Booking is recommended as seating is […]
Was it really the good old days? How much has life changed in those 60 years? Did the bath really hang on the garage wall? Are grocery deliveries really a modern concept? Kevin Boardman revisits a rural Norfolk childhood in the 1950s and 60s. £2 per person, free for Norfolk Museums Passholders. Booking is recommended […]
Don’t miss the chance to see and travel on two contrasting historic trains this Easter, and join in with our special Easter hunt! Hop aboard the “Easter Eggspress” to help Morgan the Railway Cat find all his eggs, designed especially by local schools*, which have been scattered across our stations and lineside. Find them all […]
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