Eastlife Spring 2021

10 Reasons to visit Kin
Norfolk
Written by Liz Mattock | www.wolfauthor.com
A pivotal town in Norfolk’s maritime past, with its historic waterfront, cobbled lanes
flanked by medieval merchants’ houses and two magnificent marketplaces, the town is
a treat to discover and explore. Read our guide to 10 things to do in King’s Lynn:
1Green Quay
Situated in the beautiful
Marriott’s Warehouse and
home to the local discovery centre,
here you can learn about the wildlife
native to The Wash before setting out
to spot some yourself, nestling along
the banks. Have a pen and paper handy
and you can tick off the species you
spot along the way. A great idea if you
have children with you – take them on a
wildlife trail.
2Custom House
The location of the
Maritime Museum.
Exhibitions here are constantly
changing so make sure you check out
the website before you visit. Previous
exhibitions have included local artists
and historical events.
3True’s Yard
Fisherfolk
Museum
This will take you back in time to the
early 19th century where you can
follow the story of the fisherfolk and
their way of life. The story is brought
to life in two original 19th century
converted cottages. This very close-knit
community was made up of mariners,
sailors and boat builders, with some
men travelling over 100 miles away to
bring in their catch while the women
looked after the home and children.
www.truesyard.co.uk
4Vancouver
Quarter
The shopping hub of King’s
Lynn. High street stores, coffee shops
and independent retailers fill the centre
with plenty of variety for everyone,
providing a place where you can do all
your shopping in one trip.
5Stories of Lynn
Head to the Saturday
Market Place and you’ll
find the Stories of Lynn and the old
Gaol House where you can experience
what jail was like dating back to
the 12th century. Take a tour by
downloading the app and listen to the
tales of the gaol and find out the types
of crimes that got you put behind bars.
Keep your eyes peeled for ghoulish
spirits that are rumoured to still haunt
the cells. A fantastic experience for all
the family.
www.storiesoflynn.co.uk
6The Walks
Wander along the town’s
impressive 17-hectare
park enveloping a traditional 15th
century chapel, ‘The Red Mount
Chapel’. It boasts some fantastic
photo opportunities for those who
are interested in architecture as well
as a children’s play area and coffee
shop. There are walking routes to
follow around the park as well as cycle
and running routes if you are feeling
particularly energetic.
7Greyfriars Tower
It now stands in ruins
but it was once a 15th
century Franciscan friary and is only
one of three remaining in the country:
this being the most complete. It was
once used by sea mariners to navigate
the choppy waters of The Wash. The
tower and the surrounding gardens
were landscaped in 1911 to mark the
coronation of King George V and are
open to the public all year round.
8King’s Lynn
Minster
Towering over the market
town in pride of place, this magnificent
building dates from the 12th century
and has gone through restoration in
the 15th, 18th and 19th century. Must
see parts of the minster include the rare
wooden roof and its mid-18th century
organ which stands proudly at the back
of the minster.
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