Strangers' Hall

Strangers' Hall is a house museum in Norwich that displays seven centuries of domestic life through period rooms arranged on multiple floors. The collection includes textiles, costumes, and furniture that span from medieval times through the Georgian era.

The building dates back to the 14th century and took its name from Protestant refugees from the Low Countries who arrived in Norwich around 1565. This connection shaped the house and its significance throughout the following centuries.

The Oak Room and Georgian dining room show how wealthy families lived and decorated their homes across different periods. The spaces give a sense of how taste and daily routines changed over the centuries.

You enter through a Georgian foyer and climb a 17th-century staircase to reach rooms spread across multiple floors. Plan to explore at a comfortable pace since the spaces are scattered throughout the building and stairs connect different sections.

The medieval undercroft contains the oldest parts of the building, including a porter's lodge with a special squint window. This window allowed the doorkeeper to watch visitors without being noticed.

Location: Norwich

Part of: Norfolk Museums

Address: Charing Cross, Norwich, NR2 4AL

Website: https://museums.norfolk.gov.uk/strangers-hall

GPS coordinates: 52.63050,1.29217

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:03