Ancient House Museum Museums
Ancient House Museum is currently closed for a major refurbishment which will create a 21st century museum which will reflect Thetford's rich heritage.
This magnificent timber framed Tudor merchant's house was built about 1490, with an extension added about 1590. The house is jettied and timber-framed, using oak, with wattle and daub in-fill with a fine carved ceiling and fireplace timbers .
You will be able to discover Thetford's connection with an Indian Prince, the Maharajah Duleep Singh. The museum, founded by Prince Frederick Duleep Singh, the Maharajah's second son, displays a range of original family photographs and items from the family's collections.
Or you might marvel at the wealth of the Thetford Treasure, a hoard of late Roman jewellery and spoons and one of the area's most dramatic finds of recent years. The Ancient House Museum displays a selection of replicas of the Treasure made by Peter Shorer, copied from the originals at the British Museum. .
Attraction Details
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AddressWhite Hart Street, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 1AA
Opening times10am - 5pm
Entry costs
Attraction typeMuseums
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Bell
With a traditional restaurant, cosy bedrooms and period features, The Bell is situated in the heart of Thetford. Just 2 miles from Thetford Forest, the inn offers free parking and a leafy garden..
Wereham House
This bay-fronted Victorian property is located in Thetford town centre. Just off the main A11 road to Norwich, Wereham House offers full cooked breakfasts and free fibre optic broadband..
White Horses B&B
Located in the market town of Thetford, White Horses B&B offers en suite accommodation, free WiFi and free parking nearby. The property is 2 miles from Thetford Forest Park, and 5 minutes drive off the A11 motorway..
Nightjar
Set in Brandon, this holiday home is situated 47 km from Cambridge. The unit is 46 km from Norwich. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property.
Covert Cottage
Situated in East Harling, this holiday home is set 39 km from Norwich. The property is 42 km from Ipswich and free private parking is offered. Bury Saint Edmunds is 19 km from Covert Cottage, while Newmarket is 35 km away.
Bridge Hotel Brandon
Located just 1 mile from Thetford Forest Park, the Bridge Hotel Brandon offers bed and breakfast accommodation, free WiFi and rowing boats for hire. This cycle-friendly property benefits from stunning riverside views..
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