Stories of Lynn - Museum and Old Gaol House Lynn Museum King’s Lynn Town Guides King’s Lynn Maritime Trail True’s Yard Fisherfolk Museum Discover the Discount Vouchers history of Pick up a set of special Discover King’s Lynn vouchers after a visit to Stories of Lynn, True’s Yard King’s Lynn Fisherfolk Museum, Lynn Museum or attending a Town Guides guided walk. The vouchers entitle you to reduced ticket admission to the above attractions, on a guided walk or a free Maritime Trail guide. Visit King’s Lynn’s newest attraction, Stories of Lynn, Home of Seahenge. Discover the mysteries of this Let the King’s Lynn Town Guides reveal over 900 years King’s Lynn was one of England’s most important ports Discover Lynn’s rich maritime heritage at True’s Yard on your holiday! Discover the stories of the seafarers, unique Bronze Age timber circle. Experience the original of maritime and trading history that are preserved in the from as early as the 12th century. Steeped in maritime Fisherfolk Museum. This heritage site stands in tribute Tourist Information Centre (TIC) explorers, mayors, merchants, magistrates and 4000 year old timbers and stand in our full size replica. historic core of King’s Lynn. Discover buildings which history, you can take a journey of discovery amongst to Northenders who once lived and worked in this close King’s Lynn TIC is situated in Stories of Lynn miscreants who have called King’s Lynn home for the Explore the West Norfolk Story, featuring a fantastic include medieval churches and guildhalls and have the fine merchants’ houses and along cobbled lanes which knit community. t. 01553 774297 opportunity to see secret courtyards and hidden alleys. stretch down to the River Great Ouse. e. [email protected] past 800 years. hoard of Iceni gold coins; colourful Victorian fairground Explore the last two surviving fisherfolk cottages, an Open Apr to Sept, daily, 10am–5pm, gallopers and displays about Lynn’s rich maritime There is a varied programme of guided walks which Starting with the town’s early development in the 11th original Victorian smokehouse, a fully restored and Located in the town’s medieval quarter, Stories of Lynn Oct to Mar, daily, 10am–4pm heritage. Lots of activities for all the family, including a explore the history of King’s Lynn that take place from May century, the town quickly developed as a major port rigged 1904 Lynn fishing smack and the ‘Old Smithy’ brings history vividly to life through a fun, interactive free audio guide. to October. Afternoon walks start at 2.00pm on a Tuesday, and became a very important base for trade between which tells the story of the families who lived in the Public Transport exhibition. Its treasures include the sumptuous King Friday and Saturday whilst Thursday evening walks are the local area and the cities of northern Europe, North End. Summer activities include Victorian activity See map inside for train and bus stations. Mainline (see no.16 on the map overleaf) John cup, a wealth of magnificent mayoral regalia, available during June and August starting at 7.00pm. through the Hanseatic League. days and guided tours of the North End (Wednesdays & trains from Cambridge and London King’s Cross. Market Street, King’s Lynn, PE30 1NL Special walks take place during the King’s Lynn Festival in Saturdays, June to Sept). National Rail Enquiry Line: 0345 748 4950. Local & and the original 18th-century gaol house and cells. A great way to explore the town is to follow the King’s Tues to Sat, 10am to 5pm July. national bus information, Traveline: 0871 2002233. The museum is also home to the King’s Lynn Borough Lynn Maritime Trail. This waymarked trail starts at A warm welcome is guaranteed in the traditional tea Access Archives. This extensive store of original documents is Sundays (April - September) 12noon - 4pm For details of all walks including starting points, please True’s Yard Fisherfolk Museum and ends at Marriott’s room and shop, where you can enjoy delicious snacks Accessible toilets - see plan inside. part of the Norfolk Records Office, and tells the stories check the leaflet ‘Guided Walks around King’s Lynn’ which Warehouse. It features 27 pavement plaques including and browse local history books and unique gifts. For Adult £4.90, Concessions £4.60 Fully accessible attractions - Stories of Lynn (except of the town and its people first-hand. is available from King’s Lynn Tourist Information Centre. four different illustrations designed around the four those interested in local history, the extensive Pat Young people (4-18) £4.00 one small exhibition area), Corn Exchange, Marriott’s historic wards which the trail passes through. Discover Midgley Research Centre, Sound Archives and our On Tuesdays and Sundays visitors can also tour some Family ticket (2 adults + all children) £17.00 Specialist and private tours are also available. All walks Warehouse, St Nicholas’ Chapel, Lynn Museum. the town’s history as a premier English sea port, Eastern Sea Fisheries Archive are available. Family Ticket (1 adult + all children) £12.80 last approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. Partially accessible attractions - True’s Yard Fisherfolk of the historic rooms within the King’s Lynn Town Hall the stories of its merchants, ship builders, sailors, (see no.13 on the map overleaf) Museum, Hanse House and King’s Lynn Minster. complex, including the 15th-century Trinity Guildhall, Free admission from October to March Regular walks: Adults £5; Children free fishermen, press gangs, porters and pubs which have West Norfolk Shopmobility offers a range of scooters lavish Georgian Assembly Room, and Court Room. played key roles in this history. North Street, King’s Lynn, PE30 1QW (see no.1 on map overleaf) and wheelchairs available for daily hire or longer term Tues to Sat, 10am to 4pm (last admission 3.30pm) (See no.1 on the map overleaf) The Maritime Trail guide costs 50p and can be holiday hire by arrangement. St James Multi Storey Car King’s Lynn Tourist Information Centre, Stories of Lynn, Winter opening times may vary purchased from the Tourist Information Centre or True’s Park (see A on map) Saturday Market Place, King’s Lynn, PE30 5DQ Saturday Market Place, King’s Lynn, PE30 5DQ. Adults £3, Concessions £2.50, Children £1.50, Family Yard Fisherfolk Museum. t: 01553 770310 Open 7 days a week 10am – 4.30pm (last entry 4pm) ticket £6, School groups £2.50 Discounts available for True’s Yard UP TO £1 OFF Adult £3.95, Concession £2.95, Child £1.95 (under 5s free) UP TO £1 OFF UP TO £1 OFF FREE MARITIME ADMISSION ADMISSION ADMISSIONTICKETS TRAIL GUIDE Time Club members. www.visitwestnorfolk.com WITH A DISCOVER KING’S LYNN WITH A DISCOVER KING’S LYNN WITH A DISCOVER KING’S LYNN WITH A DISCOVER KING’S LYNN WITH A DISCOVER KING’S LYNN DISCOUNT VOUCHER For all visitor and admission information, as well as the DISCOUNT VOUCHER DISCOUNT VOUCHER DISCOUNT VOUCHER DISCOUNT VOUCHER (See(See back back covercover forfor details)details) events schedule, please visit www.storiesoflynn.com (See(See back back covercover forfor details)details) (See(See back back covercover forfor details)details) (See back cover for details) (See back cover for details) If you require this information t. 01553 774297 w. www.storiesoflynn.com t. 01553 775001 www.museums.norfolk.gov.uk t. 01553 774297 www.kingslynntownguides.co.uk t. 01553 774297 t. 01553 770479 www.truesyard.co.uk in an alternative format, please telephone 01553 774297 e. [email protected] Interactive App available now e. [email protected] e. [email protected] e. [email protected] e. [email protected] Located in the heart of King’s The Walks is a 17 hectare Probably built in the 1430s, the The 15th century Red Built in the 15th century, King’s Lynn and West Norfolk Apps Alive Corn Exchange The Walks Guildhall of St George Red Mount Chapel South Gate Lynn, Alive Corn Exchange is 18th century park which was Grade 1 listed Guildhall of St Mount Chapel was a the South Gate is the most a beautifully historic concert brought back to its former George is the largest surviving wayside chapel for impressive remaining part of hall, with a modern light glory by a £4.3 million joint pilgrims on their way 15th century guildhall in England. Lynn’s defensive fortifications. interior. Borough Council and Heritage It was used for theatrical to the shrine of Our Visitors can explore the 3 Treat yourself to a varied Lottery Fund restoration. performances as early as the Lady of Walsingham. programme of entertainment Modern amenities have been late 16th century whilst local Following restoration, floors and learn about the including concerts, comedy, added to make it the perfect legend has it that Shakespeare visitors can now story of its role, not only as Discover King’s Lynn dance, pantomime, children’s place to enjoy a relaxing performed there in 1593. Faced explore inside this a defence but also as a key shows, circus, opera and stroll, explore the history with demolition, a restoration fascinating Scheduled point of entry into King’s Lynn more! brim full of history of the area or do some project was launched between Ancient Monument used to help collect tolls and Box Office – Mon to Sat, 9am invigorating exercise in the and Grade 1 Listed 1945 and 1950, which saw the duty on merchandise. to 5pm (phone bookings from open spaces.