Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life

21-23 White Hart Street
Thetford


IP24 1AA

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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.





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Opening Times
(2009 times)
6th April - 31st October 2009
Monday - Saturday: 10.00am - 5.00pm

2nd November 2009 - 27th March 2010
Monday - Saturday: 10.00am - 4.00pm

Closed: 24 - 28 December 2009 & 1 January 2010

Admission Charges
(2009 prices)
1st April - 31st October 2009.
Adult £3.30; Adult in Family Group: £2.70
Concession* £2.80
Young Person (4-16): £1.80

*Museums Pass holders, Friends of Ancient House and under 4s free. Discounts for groups, ring 01842 752599 for details.

Free admission for all visitors from 2 November 2009 - 27 March 2010

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