Museum of Norwich at the Bridewell
Museum Overview
The Museum of Norwich at the Bridewell is located in the centre of Norwich, Norfolk. The museum has two floors and it explores the city’s industrial history with galleries, tours and hands-on activities.
Exhibitions include a look at Norwich starting from 1700 with a closer look at Norwich from the 20th century to the present day. You can learn more about the city’s 200 years of shopping and trading and there is a recreated early 20th-century chemist’s shop with all its potions, packets and pills.
Beneath the Bridwell, there is an undercroft which is the largest vaulted undercroft in the city. The rooms were part of the original medieval house and were once used for storage. It was later used to hold inmates.
Further Information Museum of Norwich at the Bridewell
Is there food and drink available?
There are places nearby serving food and drinks.
What are the main things to do?
A museum with two floors that explore the city’s industrial history with galleries, tours and hands-on activities. There are toilets.
What are the ticket prices?
Adults £7, children aged 4-18 £6 and under 4s are free.
Prices are subject to change and/or discounts online.
Is there parking?
There is parking nearby, but charges apply.
When are they open?
The museum is open Tuesday – Saturday almost all year round. For up-to-date information please visit their website.
Dog friendly?
Only registered assistance dogs are permitted.
Are they accessible?
