Lovely bit of history lies with in Great Yarmouth hidden along river yare. Perfect For hour or two activity. It can be perceived As stepping back in time. Educational too.
Interesting place to visit at the historic quay area away from seafront crowds. Friendly welcome, free parking nearby, (South quay car park)or some reasonable ones on Ring go app.
A National Trust property, situated close to the waterfront. This particular property has passed through a number of hands, and over the years, it has been quite substantially modified and restructured. It is not one of the grand mansions so often preserved by the National Trust, just the typical residence of a wealthy local merchant. Because of its size, there are only a few staff available, and they mostly work in the shop on the ground floor. There is a short video running on a loop in the first downstairs room, and this offers a good introduction to the property and its various owners. It's worth highlighting that some of the information is factual, but some is based upon local belief with limited documentary evidence. As you go around the property, you get a good sense of how it might have looked during the various stages of occupation. Of particular note is the wood panelling in the different rooms. There are various things added in, such as different initials and numerous carvings. In one room, there is a particularly splendid ceiling of moulded plaster. As others have noted, there was some replica clothing available to try on: even adults occasionally like to play "dress up"! On the upper floors, there were some interesting and informative displays, including a room set-up as a 17th-century birthing room and rather more randomly, a slightly more modern children's play room. An eclectic mix! Amongst the displays in the lower rooms were a number of domestic utilities from the various periods, including tools, utensils, crockery, etc. By the back door into the garden is a very interesting item that most seem to miss; a hand operated pump that would be used to draw water up into the sink. All in all, it is a fascinating look into the past. You should note that there is no parking on site, but there is a pay and display car park a short walk of about 100 metres, a few roads behind the house.
If you can forgive the self indulgent photos, I love the period costumes which you get an opportunity to see and try on. Go room to room visiting what life may have been like for the wealthy that lived, lay, dined, plotted maybe... View the articles and written information, climb the haunted staircase... OK so it wasn't haunted as such but felt like it could be, should be. Lots to see so allow yourself some time to take it in. I love history so was there around 40 minutes. There is on street parking nearby or at car parks. Do check for opening times.. and there are concessions. Visited on heritage days so was free however still great value
Intriguing restoration/recreation of an Elizabethan town house in Great Yarmouth that's also historically important, as important people who visited the house plotted the execution of Charles I. right here, in the so-called "Conspiracy Room". Which is also the most fascinating room in the house and includes a number of interesting artefacts. It's not clear whether Oliver Cromwell ever visited the house himself, but that hardly matters - it's steeped in history as it is. The museum is run by "National Trust", and the entrance price of UKP 6.50 (adult ticket) is totally justified. The volunteer at the information desk was very friendly and helpful. You'll get a glimpse into everyday early 17th to 19th century upper middle class life, too. There's a kitchen, a study room, a bedroom, and more - but it's the "Conspiracy Room" that seals the deal. Plenty of info boards around to make you understand the exhibits better. One of the few historic sights in this town, definitely worth a visit (won't take you more than an hour). You can also relax for a bit in the small back garden.
Not the biggest of houses but interesting and worth a visit if you're in the area.
A small but interesting museum, this is a great place to visit to get an insight into life in Tudor England. The rooms do not have lots of information and displays in them, making the museum more authentic , however there is a short film playing in the dining room to give you additional information about the house. Free entry was available during October half term 2021. Definitely worth visiting.
Very interesting history in this small but fascinating museum. Well worth a visit.
Nice place, good historical things, quite impressive and educative.
I absolutely loved this house. The history is amazing, the furniture is well looked after. The staff are lovely as I had a wheelchair, there's one set of stairs, but I managed it, the people are very friendly.
National Trust - Elizabethan House Museum is located at 4 S Quay, Great Yarmouth NR30 2QH, UK
You can contact National Trust - Elizabethan House Museum at +44 1493 855746
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