The Atlas Obscura Guide To Norwich

7 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Norwich, England

Updated November 22, 2022

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Norwich Plantation Garden

A magnificent Victorian garden that brings the charm and style of old-time aristocracy to the 21st century public.

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Norwich Keyboard

This imprint of an old computer keyboard has a unique backstory.

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Fye Bridge

One of the oldest bridges in Norwich was used during the English witch trials and is said to be haunted.

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Norwich Castle Museum

This medieval castle is filled with an eccentric collection that ranges from ancient Egyptian artifacts to taxidermy to a mummified hand that was cut off during a duel.

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Tombland Alley

A 16th-century footpath said to be haunted by a young girl that died trapped within its misshapen old house.

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Grave of Thomas Gooding

Does being buried standing up help you get into heaven faster?

One side of the seal shows two nude lovers embracing.

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Balthild Seal Matrix

This unusual 7th-century Frankish seal offers more questions than answers about its past.

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