The Bridewell |
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Discover how Norwich found fame and fortune producing mustard, shoes, textiles, chocolate and beer. The building was once a prison for women and beggars (a Bridewell) and is now home to a wonderful collection of historic objects and machinery revealing how Norwich people earned their living.
Visitors can view the mysterious potions in the recreated pharmacy with its rows of colourful bottles and packets, then peer into the Pawnbroker's shop and the Smithy. Other exhibits include the secrets of
the brewery trade, a marvellous display of shoes hand made in the city and a 17th century Jacquard loom which was used to weave exquisite Norwich shawls. There is an exhibition celebrating over 100 years of the Canaries - Norwich City Football Club. Enjoy some of the team's greatest moments and find out about star players, managers and fans.
General Information:
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Opening Times
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(2008 times)
25th March to 31st October 2008:Core Times: Tuesday to Friday 10.00am - 4.30pm, Saturday 10.00am - 5.00pm. Closed Sunday and Monday. School half-terms Easter and Summer Holidays: Tuesday to Saturday 10.00am - 5.00pm. Closed Sunday and Monday. |
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Admission Charges
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(2008 prices)
Adult £3.20; Concession* £2.65; Child £1.70; Family Ticket £8.85; District Leisure Card Holders £1.50.Museums Pass, Friends of the Norwich Museums and C&TA Free. *Disabled visitors, over 60s and students. |
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Directions
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| In the historic centre of Norwich. 5 minutes from Norwich Market Place and Castle Meadow bus stops. 10 minutes from the railway station. |
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Nearby Attractions
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Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery
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The ancient Norman Keep of Norwich Castle dominates the city below. Once a royal palace, the Castle is now the centrepiece of a museum housing one of England's finest regional collections of natural history, art and archeology. |
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Strangers' Hall
(< 1 Mile)*
Visit one of Norwichs oldest and most fascinating buildings, dating back to 1320. |
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Inspire Discovery Centre
(< 1 Mile)*
INSPIRE is East Anglia's only hands-on science centre. Housed in one of Norwich's finest medieval churches it gives everyone the opportunity to explore and discover science for themselves. |
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Nearby Hotels
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This 13th century hotel opposite the famous Norman Cathedral is reputed to have been home to William The Conqueror's Bishops and is the perfect place to stay if you're visiting the historic city of Norwich. |
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The Holiday Inn Norwich City is situated on Carrow Road, home to Norwich City Football Club. Norwich is the ideal destination for business or leisure combining vibrancy with the history and culture of a cathedral and castle city. |
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The Holiday Inn Norwich City is situated on Carrow Road, home to Norwich City Football Club. Norwich is the ideal destination for business or leisure combining vibrancy with the history and culture of a cathedral and castle city. |
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