Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life

21-23 White Hart Street
Thetford


IP24 1AA


Set in a beautiful Tudor house with 21st century displays, this museum tells the remarkable story of Thetford and the Brecks.

Discover rich collections alongside audio guides, films and animations.

Meet local people from Thetford's past, from the revolutionary philosopher Thomas Paine to the Sikh hero Maharajah Duleep Singh and from rabbit warreners to railway workers.

Plus new shop and garden.

 

Opening Times
(2008 times)
17 March - 1 Nov 2008
Mon - Sat: 10am - 5pm

3 Nov 2008 - 28 March 2009
Mon - Sat: 10am - 4pm

Admission Charges
(2008 prices)
Adult: £3.20
Concessions (Disabled, over 60s and students): £2.65
Children (4-16): £1.75
Free admission for Museums Pass holders and children under 4yrs.

Free admission for all visitors from 3 Nov 2008 - 28 March 2009.

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