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Wisbech Tourist Information


Wisbech is a prosperous Georgian town. The North Brink, Crescent and Museum Square are amongst the finest examples of Georgian Street architecture in the country.

The town grew up around its port, trading from medieval times but flourishing commercially with the draining of the Fens in the 17th century.

The Georgian streets and houses in Wisbech were the ideal location for the BBC to film their costume drama David Copperfield. The locations chosen were The Crescent (London and Canterbury), The Castle (Mr. Wickfields home) and Peckover House (Mrs. Steerforth's House).

The original Norman Castle was built in 1072 - the castle moat determined the plan of all later development. The present 'castle' is a decorous Regency villa, built by Joseph Medworth, a local builder and developer in 1816. He also built the two crescents of fine Georgian houses, which run to the North and South of the castle grounds.

Peckover House - passed to the National Trust by the Peckovers, a Quaker banking family is well worth a visit to see the wealth and elegance of the wood and plaster decoration inside. Much of it is very elaborate with panelled walls and fine Georgian fireplaces with carved over mantels.

Octavia Hill Museum - Wisbech is the birthplace of Octavia Hill, co founder of the National Trust. The house opened as a museum in 1995 and commemorates and records her life and work for housing reform.

Wisbech and Fenland Museum - is an early example of a purpose built museum; still retaining much of it's Victorian atmosphere with its main gallery and walkway and fine mahogany cases.

Elgoods Brewery - Real ales have been brewed on the site of the North Brink Brewery for more than 200 years. The present owners, the Elgood family mashed their first brew in 1878 and have continued to produce fine traditional ales ever since. The Brewery is open for guided tours and beer tasting and the established 4 acre brewery Garden has recently been restored and is also open for visitors.

The focus for arts in Fenland, are the Angles Theatre and the Empire Theatre in Wisbech, which offer a wide range of arts.

 

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What's near Wisbech

Attractions:
  Peckover House and Garden  <1 Mile
  Town House Museum of Lynn Life  11 Miles
  Lynn Museum  11 Miles
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Towns:
  Walsoken  1 Mile
  Walton  2 Miles
  Elm  2 Miles
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Estate Agents:
  Harrison Murray Ltd  <1 Mile
  Grounds and Co  <1 Mile
  Bairstow Eves Countrywide  <1 Mile
Hotels:
  The Duke's Head Hotel  11 Miles
  Ramada Kings Lynn  12 Miles
  Knights Hill Hotel  13 Miles
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Bed and Breakfast:
  Algethi Guest House  <1 Mile
  Chesterfield Lodge  3 Miles
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Self Catering:
  Chesterfield Lodge  3 Miles
  Owl Cottage  4 Miles
  Wren Cottage  4 Miles
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Campsites:
  Foremans Bridge Caravan Park  6 Miles
  The Sandringham Estate Caravan Club Site  18 Miles
  Ferry Meadows Caravan Club Site  20 Miles

Cinema: Showcase Cinemas Peterborough  17 Miles

TIC: Wisbech Tourist Information Centre     Tel: 01945 583263  <1 Mile


Attractions near Wisbech
Peckover House and Garden (< 1 Mile)*
Set in the attractive market town of Wisbech, Peckover House is a lovely Georgian brick town house with a charming two acre Victorian walled garden.
Town House Museum of Lynn Life (11 Miles)*
This is a charming museum set in a 19th century town house where you can explore everyday life in Lynn through the ages.
Lynn Museum (11 Miles)*
Explore the West Norfolk Story, featuring a fantastic hoard of Iceni gold coins, colourful Victorian fairground gallopers and displays about Lynns rich maritime heritage.
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Towns near Wisbech
Walsoken Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
Walton Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
Elm Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
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Hotels near Wisbech
The Duke's Head Hotel (11 Miles)*
This 16th century coaching inn overlooks the magnificent Tuesday Market Place in the centre of this historic town. For international cuisine dine in the Duke's Head a la carte restaurant and Griffins Restaurant.
Ramada Kings Lynn (12 Miles)*
The Ramada King's Lynn is located in the historic port and market town of King's Lynn. Royal Sandringham, the picturesque North Norfolk coast and the principal business parks are all close by.
Knights Hill Hotel (13 Miles)*
Originally a traditional Norfolk farm, many of the buildings retain their distinctive character. Set in its own grounds with extensive gardens, the hotel has a choice of dining in the restaurant and country pub.
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Self Catering near Wisbech
Chesterfield Lodge (3 Miles)*
This is a modern detached building in the 2 acre gardens of Chesterfield Lodge. It is quietly situated away from the main building and is fully self-contained.
Wren Cottage (4 Miles)*
Wren Cottage is a pretty, well proportioned and comfortably furnished property in the grounds of our own house. Close enough should you need us, far enough away to ensure your privacy. The cottage is laid out on one level.
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