Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse

Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse

Norfolk’s wonderful museum of rural life and the Workhouse

This fifty-acre site with its magnificent Georgian workhouse invites you to explore two centuries of life on the land. There are recreations of shops and homes, extensive displays on farming and village life and the popular Collections Gallery - a real treasure trove. 

The workhouse has a fascinating story to tell that hits home for all ages. On the traditional working farm you can get up close to rare breed animals, take a cart ride and have a go at milking. There are lovely countryside walks and the large courtyard is perfect for picnics and watching the world go by. 

Beautiful, eclectic and thought-provoking this museum is a great day out come rain or shine.

  • Family activities each and every day of the Norfolk school holidays
  • Workhouse trails
  • Orchard with over 30 varieties of English apples
  • Major event days (including Village at War and Apple Day)
  • Discounts for groups
  • Library with large collections of photographs, printed ephemera and reference works open by appointment - call to arrange a visit
Venue Category: 
Museums
Activities provided: 
Animal Encounters
Archive and Library
Bird Watching
Business and Finance
Cookery / Food
Environment
Exhibitions
Farm
Gardens
Activities for people with SEN/Disabilities: 
No
Curriculum: 
Art
Citizenship
Crime and Justice
Economics / Business
History
PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education)
Science
Suitability: 
Early Years (2-4)
Key Stage 1 (4-7)
Key Stage 2 (8-11)
Key Stage 3 (12-14)
Key Stage 4 (15-16)
Key Stage 5 (17+)
Residential?: 
No
Locality: 
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Venue Address: 
Gressenhall
Dereham
Norwich
NR20 4DR
United Kingdom
Venue Contact Number: 
01362 860563
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