The Wymondham Bridewell facade 1810

Background

In 1984 the Wymodham Heritage Society set up a museum in a small bakehouse in the town. (Click Wymondham Heritage Society for information about the Society's activities). Ten years later the Society, which is a registered charity, purchased the Bridewell and converted it into a community complex. The Bridewell Preservation Trust was set up to run the building, which the museum shares with several other tenants.

In 1996 Wymondham Heritage Museum relocated to the Bridewell. The museum continues to be managed by Wymondham Heritage Society and is staffed and run entirely by volunteers.

In 1997 the museum won a Gulbenkian Award and was highly commended for most outstanding achievement with limited resources. In 2001 it was joint 'Excellence in Tourism' winner of Norfolk's Berry Savory Tourism Award.

Getting involved

There are many opportunities to get involved with Wymondham Heritage Museum. Over 120 volunteers help throughout the year with local history research, conservation, DIY, publicity, organising events, running the tea room and working with the public.
To find out more about getting involved call Adrian Hoare on 01953 607494.