This museum was a private home in Norwich since the 14th century and has been considerably added to…read moreover the years. It now contains many pieces from Norwich museum service's extensive collections and is a fascinating glimpse at family life throughout the ages. There are often costumed interpreters available for tours and always staff on hand to explain the exhibits. Only open Wednesdays and Saturdays.

I spent many wonderful hours here when I was a child, and rediscovered it a few years ago. From the…read moregrand entrance hall to the toy room tucked away at the top, you will be fascinated and entertained. The opening times are restricted, but after being threatened with closure a few years back we are thankful it is still there! Definitely worth seeking out.

I can remember going here as a child and it still sticks in my mind especially when it was all lit…read moreup after dark, i have since taken my children round it and they love it as well. I particularly remember the model railway running through it and the church with singing coming from it. It is situated along the main seafront road but is out of town and it can be difficult to park near, we usually park down by the pleasure beach fun fair and walk up although for tiny feet its still bit of a trek. Well worth a visit. It has stuck in my mind as being a magical experience when i was a child.

I visited this place as a child and was fasinated, have since been back and was not disappointed,…read moreits been done up, with plenty to do and will keep you're kids amused, the cafe is very reasonably priced as well as the village itself. 2008 Admission Prices Adults £5.50 Senior Citizens £4.75 Child £3.75 Under 3 Free Super Saver (2 adults + 2 children) £16

This museum has recently won a grant to be extensively redeveloped. Unfortunately this means it…read morewill not reopen until at least 2010. It houses collections relating to the history of Norwich and Norfolk, including a complete Apothecary's shop and a recreation of a pawnbroker.

Bridewell Museum is a fantastic place to visit in Norwich, especially with children. It is a lot…read moresmaller than the Castle Museum, so is enjoyable in a different way. I didn't know about the redevelopment, but when I went there last (for work experience) I helped set up a shoe shop for children to play in, complete with working till and fake paper money. This is part of the shoe exhibition, which shows shoes through the ages, much more exciting than it sounds! As well as all this, the museum also offers a tour guide, which because the museum is so small, is more personal and friendly. Each child recieves a backpack filled with goodies such as a scavenger hunt type questionnaire, various other activities, crayons and colouring pencils and their very own feedback form. I know that every single form is looked at, because when I was working there even a form that was filled out: Name: poo Date: poo Comments: poo etc, was analysed and then filed in the negative feedback section (significantly smaller than the positive!) Anyway, I don't know how it will change in 2010, but I expect it will only get better!

Being an art student at UEA and being able to access this wonderful facility has been inspiring…read more The Sainsbury collection is well preserved, allowing art, anthropolgy and archeaology to mix. The history of the SCVA and the Sainsbury Collection bridge the gap between art and artefact, artistic, anthropological and archaeological through presenting an eclectic mix of artefacts and art showcasing the interdisciplinary nature of art, despite the British Empire's history of looting, trophy prizes and symbols of imperial success. The SCVA and Sainsbury Collection do not provide descriptions or background to the artefacts displayed. This preserves the integrity of the object and forces the aesthetics to speak, however it limits the stories and history behind the objects. My favourite was the African collection which raised some interested questions in a gallery setting. African objects have been and often still are, are the core of the debate 'art of artefact?', with the answer depending on the perspective (artistic or anthropological) adopted in the situated cultural Western hierarchy. The SCVA and Sainsbury Collection has been successful in presenting collective memories and histories; through objects and by providing opportunities for recollection and remembering, capturing and exhibiting transitory pieces and confronting difficult aspects of human lifethrough history.

The Sainsbury Centre is by the river inside the University of East Anglia in the internationally…read morerenowned Norman Foster building.1977. It was one of Fosters first building designs and I believe has many features like opening rooves etc. It uses advanced materials and construction techniques to combine open-plan galleries, offices for staff and faculty, teaching spaces, and café all under one roof. Robert and Lisa Sainsbury were avid art collectors who had amassed a fortune from their supermarket chain. When they were looking for a university to donate their collection to, they wanted their collection to be kept, and displayed, in one location. The new University of East Anglia campus at Norwich had space available The Robert and Lisa Sainsbury Collection features work spanning 5,000 years of human creativity. Modern work by artists such as Henry Moore, John Davies, Alberto Giacometti and Francis Bacon sits alongside art from Africa, the Pacific, the Americas, Asia, Egypt, medieval Europe and the ancient Mediterranean. The Lisa Sainsbury Collection of Modern Pots includes work from Lucie Rie, Hans Coper and Rupert Spira. A great Furniture collection too as well as changing exhibitions.. The Anderson Collection of Art Nouveau comprises jewellery, furniture, glassware and metalwork featuring the fluid organic lines and whiplash curves that characterised European styles in the last years of the 19th century. The collection includes pieces from Britain, Austria, Germany and the Netherlands along with work by renowned French makers Emile Gallé, Louis Majorelle and René Lalique. It is displayed once every three years If you have never seen one then this is where to see The Little Dancer (1880-81) by Edgar Degas. Bronze and fabric (Height: 99.1 cm): Acquired: 1938 it was a cause of great comment especially when he put her in a glass dome similar to that of animals in a museum. The Gallery Shop carries a range of (said to be) exclusive high-quality books, cards and gifts, inspired by world art and design. The Gallery Cafe offers light lunches, coffee and cakes. Admission to the permanent collection is free. There may be charges for special exhibitions. A really worthwhile place to visit.

This shop provides a charming home to all things Colman's. The city's most famous product…read morecelebrates its history in a suitably historic location, the fabulous Royal Arcade. There are historical displays with explanatory text, well worth a browse. However, the main purpose of the shop is to offer an impressive range of distinctive yellow or blue products, not only the local mustard itself but also variations including mustard chocolate. Other items include mustard spoons and pots, memorabilia from magnets to tea towels, and an assortment of nostalgic gifts. The staff are really helpful and the shop is a joy to browse around. You're sure to come away with a few mustard-themed souvenirs!

If you are a mustard lover, this shop is for you! Located in the beautiful Royal Arcade, this shop…read moreshowcases the locally produced Colman's mustard and a huge range of speciality mustards and related products.

Small museum dedicated to the history of my historic market town…read more It's in the centre of town with the tasty chip cart behind it's back serving up fantastic fries on a Friday.

The new 'kids club' which offers seats for a pound is very popular with my kids…read more Well done for trying something new.

Great cinema, reasonably priced with lots of leg room…read more Staff are friendly, popcorn was nice, though cinema could have been cleaner, ideally situated by the sea. Often have quite a few older films to see as well as a few up to date films which is great, not a very busy cinema but very easy to spot.

The new management seems to have settled in and offers a good friendly service. We have only…read morevisited weekday lunch times for food and is normally quiet. the food is well prepared and cooked and the table is layed with linen napkins, thats got to be a plus.

A great country pub. A fine selection of local beers and ciders. First class food. always a…read morefriendly welcome.