Where is English Heritage - Thetford Priory and how do I get there?

Thetford Priory is located on Water Lane, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 1BB. For directions, the website has further visitor information.

What are English Heritage - Thetford Priory's opening hours?

The site is open daily from 11:00 to 15:00, Monday through Sunday.

Is English Heritage - Thetford Priory suitable for families?

Yes, Thetford Priory is listed as child-friendly, making it a suitable outing for families with children.

Is English Heritage - Thetford Priory wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the site is listed as wheelchair accessible, so visitors with mobility requirements should be able to visit.

How do I contact English Heritage - Thetford Priory?

You can contact the site by phone on 0370 333 1181, or find further information via the website.

Norfolk · Heritage Sites

English Heritage - Thetford Priory

Thetford Priory is a free-to-visit heritage site in Thetford, Norfolk, preserving the ruins of a 12th-century monastery and a 14th-century gatehouse.

Photo: Liv Herdman

About

English Heritage - Thetford Priory

Set in open grassland in the heart of Thetford, these priory ruins trace back to the 12th century, with a well-preserved 14th-century gatehouse still standing on site. Managed by English Heritage, the complex is freely accessible and sits on Water Lane close to the town centre. The site is wheelchair accessible and suitable for children, making it a practical stop for a range of visitors. Opening hours run daily from 11:00 to 15:00.

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Child FriendlyWheelchair Accessible

Opening hours

Closed

Monday11:00 – 15:00

Tuesday11:00 – 15:00

Wednesday11:00 – 15:00

Thursday11:00 – 15:00

Friday11:00 – 15:00

Saturday11:00 – 15:00

Sunday11:00 – 15:00

Facilities

Car Park

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