Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse, Museum of Norfolk Life
Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse, Museum of Norfolk Life
Gressenhall
Dereham
Norfolk
NR20 4DR
England
Website
General enquiries
gressenhall.museum@norfolk.gov.uk
Telephone
Enquiries and bookings
01362 860563
24 hour info line
01362 869263
Fax
01362 860385
Gressenhall brings together a museum, traditional farm, historic workhouse and beautiful grounds. Explore atmospheric shops and homes, stunning displays and a treasure trove of fascinating objects.
Venue Type:
Museum, Garden, parklands or rural site, Agricultural site
Additional info
6 wheelchairs are available free, for use by visitors. The museum offers group discounts plus special deals for play groups and older people in care homes and day centres.
Collection details
Agriculture, Archives, Costume and Textiles, Land Transport, Personalities, Photography, Science and Technology, Social History, Toys and Hobbies
Gressenhall Goes Wild - A Day With A Difference
- 5 May 2014 10am-5pm
Become a nature detective and spot the creatures that call it home. Discover how to garden with wildlife in mind and get up close to some of the museums' fascinating gardening collections. Get creative in Art Attack! Fun for all the family.
Suitable for
- Any age
Admission
Adults £9.90, Concessions £8.60, Young Person 4-18 £6.50, Family Ticket 2 adults, £29.00, Family Ticket 1 adult £20.
Murder Most Grave - Museums at Night
- 16 — 17 May 2014 7:30-10:30pm
Enjoy an evening of mystery and intrigue with our Edwardian Whodunit in the atmospheric setting of Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse. Question our costumed characters and see if you can solve the murder. Come dressed in period costume and join in the drama. Café open for pre-performance dinner. Entry by pre-booked ticket only. To book, telephone 01362 869251.
Suitable for
- 14-15
- 18+
Admission
Adults £12, Children £8, not suitable for children under 13.
Short Course: Wildlife Gardening
- 18 May 2014 10am-4pm
This workshop will explore ways of encouraging a wildlife friendly garden, using the Gressenhall Wildlife Garden as a real life example. You will have the opportunity to focus on your own gardens and gardening practices. A mixture of presentation and practical exercises will be used to ensure that you leave with a clear plan of what you want to do in your own gardens. The workshop will be led by Nigel Boldero, a professional garden and landscape designer, and experienced gardener.
Suitable for
- 18+
Admission
Adult £32, Norfolk Museums Pass and Friends of Gressenhall £28, including tea and coffee. Pre-booking essential. Places strictly limited.
Short Course: Fabulous Flowers
- 24 May 2014 10am-3pm
Come and create your own unique hand tied bouquet using the flowers and foliage of spring time. Sarah Martin from Amity Flowers will teach you how to put together and get the most from your arrangement. Then you will be able to take home your creation to brighten up your own house or give as a beautiful gift.
Suitable for
- 18+
Admission
Adult £45, Norfolk Museums Pass and Friends of Gressenhall £40, including tea and coffee. All materials provided. Pre-booking essential. Places strictly limited.
Annie's War
- 17 June 2014 — 27 July 2018
'Annie's War' is an event for schools that offers an active exploration of life in Norfolk during World War I, seen through the eyes of a local girl. Meet Gracie the Nurse and discover how she cares for wounded troops. Work alongside Olive the Landswoman out in the fields with our Suffolk Punch Horses. Experience an Edwardian school lesson and discover how the Great War even reached the classroom. Listen to stories from the trenches told by Jack the Solider and handle some of his kit. Come together with the rest of the village to raise money for troops with a good old-fashioned sing song and magic lantern show.
Suitable for
- 7-10
Admission
£4.50 per child
Bursaries available to schools for pilot events in July 2014
Website
http://www.museums.norfolk.gov.uk/Learning
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