The Bridewell is a Grade I listed building and presents many obstacles for those with mobility problems. The building is inaccessible to wheelchair users and has many steps. However, work is currently underway to improve access to all.
The Curator is happy to arrange talks/collections access off site for those unable to visit the museum.
Assistance dogs are welcome and there are many handling collections available for all.
There is an induction loop at the entrance and portable loops for other areas.
Those with concerns should call our shop on 01603 629127 for friendly advice.
The Undercroft is currently inacessible - a photopack is available to view.
Our library is open by appointment only.

Description
The Bridewell has a long and fascinating history. It started life as a rich merchant's house in 1325, with parts such as the largest medieval undercroft in the city and magnificent flint wall remianing to this day. It became a 'Bridewell' House of Correction in 1585 and later in the mid 18th century became a conventional prison, remaining so until 1828. For nearly a hundred years it earned its keep as a factory and warehouse for tobacco, leather and boots and shoes. It became a museum in 1925.

Collection details
Architecture, Archives, Aviation, Costume and Textiles, Design, Fine Art, Industry, Land Transport, Law and Order, Medicine, Photography, Science and Technology, Social History, Sport, Toys and Hobbies, Trade and Commerce, Weapons and War

Collections description
The Bridewell is packed full of collections, telling the story of Norwich's rich history and it's people. Highlights include an original Jacquard loom, Norwich shawls, shoes, the first wire netting machine, Shand Mason fire engine, printing presses, chemist shop, recreated pawnbrokers shop and Norwich City Football Club display. The collection is housed in a fascinating building, with the finest flint wall in Britain and largest medieval undercroft in Norwich.

Open
1 April - 29 October 2006
School terms:
Tuesday-Friday 10am-4:30pm
Saturday 10am-5pm
School half-terms, Easter and summer holidays<
Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm
 
Closed
The musuem is closed during the winter period from October 29th 2006. The museum will re-open on 2nd April 2007.
 
Admission charges
Adult £2.90, Concession £2.40, Child £1.50, Family Ticket £6.90.
Norfolk Museum Pass, Friends of the Norwich Museums and C&TA Free.
 
Discounts Museums Association