Welcome to Aylsham Heritage Centre's WebsiteLocated in the old church rooms in the grounds of St Michael's Church, Aylsham Heritage Centre is a resource for the local community to find out more about the heritage of the area. We are also one of the Tourist Information points in the town.
From the Marketplace, head into the churchyard and walk down the path keeping the church on your left. The centre can be found at the end of the path next to the War memorial. Market Place Aylsham, Nr11 6EH |
Opening Times (March to December)We will be closed on Bank Holiday Monday - 27th May
Monday 10.30am - 1pm Tuesday - 10.30 am - 3.30pm Wednesday 10.30am - 3.30pm Thursday 10.30am - 3.30pm Friday 10.30am - 3.30 pm 1st Saturday of each month 10.30am - 1pm  Alfie the Heritage Centre dog is always willing to welcome visitors!
Find us in the grounds of St Michael's Churchyard.
Entry is free - although donations are always welcome! Well behaved dogs on leads are also more than welcome
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The Pubs and Inns of Aylsham
The new exhibition is all about the history of the 30 + inns and pubs which have traded in Aylsham. This gives lots of opportunity to explore the history of the town too, and how the pubs supported and benefited from some of the trades and transport links in Aylsham. The information is taken from the new publication from Aylsham History Society 'A new history of Aylsham pubs and inns'. Lots of information to explore and games and activities for children too.
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We are grateful to The Black Boys, The Unicorn and The Feathers for their support and sponsorship of this exhibition
Children's Website - written for and by children
Over the last couple of years we have noticed that all the information about the history of the town is aimed at adults. So, in order to put this right, we managed to gain some funding from the Jubilee Trust to create a website for children, written by children. A team from Bure Valley helped us out and the results can be found at https://aylshamhistoryforchildren.weebly.com/ They really have done a cracking job!
There are always lots of things happening at the centre.
Follow the links further down the page to find out more!
Events and News
Summer Walk from Woodgate Nursery
There are a few places remaining on our Walk, Beer and Nibbles event, from Woodgate Nursery, on Friday August 16th starting at 7pm. £7 per person. For more details and to book spaces, click here.
Short Story Competition for Children
We are looking for primary age story writers! We need your stories!
We are running a story competition over the summer holiday. Winners in the competition will be published as part of a new story book which will be sold in the Heritage Centre. This competition is open to all primary age pupils. The aim is to publish a story book of stories written by children, for children, using photographs from the town archive as a starting point. The stories can be totally fictional, or based on the actual historical event - the only stipulation is that they should be no longer than 500 words. (The story could be an atmospheric description of the picture or a complete story)
The closing date for stories to be submitted is the 9th of September. Entries can be emailed to the centre or submitted in hard copy to the Heritage Centre.
There are several photographs to choose from. All of the photographs and all the information you need to enter - including entry forms - can be found on the Story Competition page.
We are running a story competition over the summer holiday. Winners in the competition will be published as part of a new story book which will be sold in the Heritage Centre. This competition is open to all primary age pupils. The aim is to publish a story book of stories written by children, for children, using photographs from the town archive as a starting point. The stories can be totally fictional, or based on the actual historical event - the only stipulation is that they should be no longer than 500 words. (The story could be an atmospheric description of the picture or a complete story)
The closing date for stories to be submitted is the 9th of September. Entries can be emailed to the centre or submitted in hard copy to the Heritage Centre.
There are several photographs to choose from. All of the photographs and all the information you need to enter - including entry forms - can be found on the Story Competition page.
Summer Holiday Activities for Children
We have two great Free activities for children this summer!
Treasure Hunt. Call in to pick up your trail. Enjoy a walk round the town finding all the clues and then return your form to the centre to see if you will win a prize! Totally free to enter. Runs throughout the summer between 31st July and 30th August.
Calling All Detectives
Two problem solving games for you to try. Solve all the clues and find out a little more about the History of Aylsham along the way! Free to play, suitable for ages 6 and up.
Both games are available in the Centre on Friday 9th and Friday 16th August 10.00 - 3pm - Pop in any time to take part! All children should be accompanied by an adult
Calling All Detectives
Two problem solving games for you to try. Solve all the clues and find out a little more about the History of Aylsham along the way! Free to play, suitable for ages 6 and up.
Both games are available in the Centre on Friday 9th and Friday 16th August 10.00 - 3pm - Pop in any time to take part! All children should be accompanied by an adult
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Station Walks
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We are really pleased to be able to offer free 0.5 miles illustrated history walks from Bure Valley Railway station on the first and third Wednesday of every month between May and September. The walk leaves the station at 12 noon and lasts for about 30 mins. All welcome - no booking required.
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Previous events .
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About us
Find out more about the centre and our lovely building
What's Happening?
Calendar of events for the year.
Family Tree Research.
We can help to get you started on your family tree research or to find out more about your ancestors.
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Schools
School visits and education packages to suit your curriculum needs.
Aylsham Town trail
A town trail, written and produced by Aylsham heritage Centre and Aylsham Rotary, is now available
Books and Photos for
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Friends of Aylsham Heritage Centre
Help support the centre by coming a Friend
Children's Parties
Have a themed craft birthday party at the centre!
Group Visits and Organised Walks
Arrange a visit for your group with a guided walk
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Hire the Centre |
Testimonials
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Tourist Information Point |
Links |
Aylsham Town Archives |
