Attractions in Hethersett & Things to Do in Hethersett
(and nearby)

Strangers' Hall (5 Miles)*
Visit one of Norwichs oldest and most fascinating buildings, dating back to 1320.
Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery (5 Miles)*
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.
The Bridewell (5 Miles)*
The Bridewell museum is closed for redevelopment until summer 2011.Discover how Norwich found fame and fortune producing mustard, shoes, textiles, chocolate and beer.
Inspire Discovery Centre (5 Miles)*
INSPIRE is East Anglia's only hands-on science centre, aimed specifically at children and families.
Norwich Cathedral (6 Miles)*
The splendour and tranquillity of Norwich Cathedral have attracted pilgrims for nearly 1,000 years. For today's visitors the building remains a place for quiet reflection and prayer.
City of Norwich Aviation Museum (7 Miles)*
Aircraft and memorabilia showing the aviation history of Norfolk. The collection features a massive Vulcan bomber and some of the military and civil aircraft which have flown from Norfolk airfields.
The Animal Ark (9 Miles)*
The Animal Ark is a Centre dedicated to family entertainment and we think we have something to delight all ages; set in 25 acres of pretty parkland there's lots to see and do despite the weather.
Bishop Bonner's Cottage Museum (11 Miles)*
This delightful early 16th century, timber framed, thatched building, once three cottages, is the oldest domestic building in East Dereham
Banham Zoo (12 Miles)*
An award winning family attraction, and voted Best Norfolk Attraction 2007 and 2008. Banham Zoo is one of the most exciting wildlife attractions in the country
Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse (14 Miles)*
At Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse, enjoy a fascinating journey through the story of rural Norfolk.
Otter Trust Earsham (14 Miles)*
This Attraction is now Closed
Blickling Hall (14 Miles)*
Blickling is one of the greatest houses in East Anglia. The house dates from the early seventeenth century and has fine collections of furniture, pictures and tapestries.
100th Bomb Group Memorial Museum (14 Miles)*
The 100th Bomb Group Memorial Museum is a tribute to the Eighth Air Force. There is a fine collection of U.S.A.A.F. uniforms, decorations and combat records.
Bressingham Steam and Gardens (16 Miles)*
Bressingham Hall offers a unique insight into the dual passions of Alan Bloom - horticulture and steam. The gardens are renowned worldwide, while the steam collection is one of the most comprehensive collections of steam engines and artefacts in England.
Beccles & District Museum (18 Miles)*
The Museum is housed in Leman House which was probably built around 1570 and was completely restored and modernised in the 1760s.
Pensthorpe Nature Reserve & Gardens (20 Miles)*
Pensthorpe Waterfowl Park is the home to Europe's finest collection of endangered and exotic waterbirds.
Fakenham Racecourse (20 Miles)*
A day's racing is an exciting day out for people of all ages and from all walks of life. Fakenham prides itself on its friendly, casual atmosphere and it has no formal dress code.
Thursford Collection (20 Miles)*
Thursford Collection is open as a working museum from Good Friday to end September, (closed Saturdays) when all our mechanical organs are played and shows are given on the Wurlitzer by Robert Wolfe.
Somerleyton Hall & Gardens (21 Miles)*
Somerleyton Hall is the family home of The Hon. Hugh and Lara Crossley.
Felbrigg Hall (21 Miles)*
This lovely house is within North Norfolk's Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and stands in its own 1,750 acre estate. It is one of the finest seventeenth century houses in the country.
Horsey Windpump (21 Miles)*
Horsey is a restored drainage windpump that affords striking views across Horsey Mere.
Halesworth and District Museum (21 Miles)*
The Museum was founded in 1984 and has always been in the care of volunteers. In 2000 it moved to the newly refurbished station building. Railway Heritage paid for the restoration of the station's unique movable platforms.
Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life (22 Miles)*
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.
Elizabethan House Museum (22 Miles)*
The Museum is housed in a sixteenth century building with rooms displayed to reflect the lives of families who have lived there.
The Tolhouse (22 Miles)*
Visit one of the UK's oldest gaols, dating back to the 12th century. See the original cells and discover the fate of thieves, smugglers, witches, pirates and murderers.
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.



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