Museum Events 2026

 

All Aboard a Wherry!

Wednesday 2nd and Thursday 3rd September

10am – 4pm

Free with museum admission.

Take a step back on time aboard a Wherry and discover what life was like for a Wherryman and his family.

Steamboat & Wherry Experience

Wednesday 9th September

11am-2pm – Tea & Cake
4pm-7pm – Pimms & Nibbles

In partnership with the Wherry Yacht Charter we will be running two special trips aboard our steamboat, Falcon.  Your trip will start at the museum,  you will travel down the river to How Hill in Ludham where a wherry will be waiting for you to board.  After a tour of this historic vessel you will enjoy refreshments before travelling back to Stalham.

Enjoy tea and cake during the afternoon trip and Pimms and ‘nibbles’ during the evening trip.
    
Cost for each trip is £50 per person.  Book here.

Heritage Open Day - FREE ADMISSION TO MUSEUM AND WHERRY ‘MAUD’

Sunday 13th September

10am-4pm

 Join the Museum of the Broads and Wherry Maud Trust for a free day out at the Museum of the Broads as part of Heritage Open Days.

At the Museum discover the unique history of the Norfolk Broads through engaging exhibits, restored traditional boats, and interactive displays that bring the region’s past to life.

At Trading Wherry ‘Maud’ you will have a unique wherry experience. See how the wherrymen would raise and lower the mast. Watch while cargo is loaded on board and ropework is done. See Maud’s Timeline photos in her cargo hold. In Maud’s Pop Up Museum you will learn more about Maud’s working life, her rescue from a watery grave and restoration to sailing order. Watch a video to see how the crew operate ‘Maud’ and how she sails nowadays.

You can also try your hand at peg loom weaving, an ancient heritage craft with deep roots in rural life. Using traditional wooden peg looms and natural sheep’s fleece, visitors of all ages can create a simple woven piece while learning how this historic technique was once used to make rugs, mats and seat covers. Drop in throughout the day and have a go.

Please note: Boat trips will be available at standard prices.

Model Boat Day

Sunday 27th September

10am – 4pm

Free with museum admission.

Following the success of our event in May, we’re bringing back Model Boat Day! Discover the history of boating on the Broads in our new display and cinema. Meet model boat owners and have a go at crafting your own boat.
Yachts! Cruisers! Fishing boats! Whatever floats your boat, you’re bound to find it here.

Hidden Habitats and Curious Crafts!

Thursday 1st - Thursday 22nd October

10am – 4pm

Free with museum admission.

Explore the museum for hidden habitats. Discover the wildlife who live in them and have a go at making a bug home.

Quiz Night at the Museum

Friday 2nd October

7:30pm
Test your knowledge with a fun evening of friendly competition in the Museum of the Broads. Gather your team, enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, and compete for quiz night glory! Bring your own nibbles and pop! Refreshments will also be available to purchase in the museum.
Teams of up to 6
£5.00 per person
Booking essential – phone Phil on 01692 581258.

'Tall Tales'! Trail and make your own 'Luminous Lantern'!

Saturday 24th October to Sunday 1st November

10am – 4pm

Free with museum admission.

A ‘Truth or Dare’ Trail! Dare to discover which tales are true and which are false and make your own luminous lantern to light your way home.