About Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse
Step back in time at this captivating Dereham attraction where kids can meet farmyard animals, discover Victorian workhouse history, and burn off energy in the exciting woodland play area.
What's nearby
- EJC Medal Mounting next door
- Inspire 300m away
- Beetley Recreation Ground 350m away
- Beetley & District Pre School 350m away
- St Mary's Community Primary School 350m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating
Payment
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Opening hours
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
We absolutely love it here. We bought a museum pass so we can come regularly, and we still never get everything done! My personal highlights: - Tractor rides and the farm for the little ones. - The beautiful river walk and stamp trail. - The nature pond is absolutely teeming with newts! - The quiche and salad from the café is worth the trip in itself! Best quiche ever. -The play area is fabulous. The museum itself is so interesting and really interactive. The pictures on the walls move, it's like being at Hogwarts haha! There are dressing up bits, games, puzzles etc too keep the little ones entertained whilst you read and look at the fascinating exhibits. Don't forget to also explore the old school, the chapel, the blacksmiths, the old shop, the old car. There are loads of toilets all over the site, never too far away which is fab with little ones. All the staff are always so friendly, in the café and down on the farm.
· via Google
Amazing place for the whole family, the little ones love the tractor ride, playground (with a zip line!); it's a nice educational place and fun in one.
· via Google
We didn't quite know what to expect from a workhouse visit sounds a bit grim ,but were pleasantly surprised it kept us occupied for 4_5 hours.Our 4yo Granddaughter loved the playarea very well equipped, plenty of things to do on site with the farm area as well.Great cafe and not the usual overpriced meals you get at other attractions. Also plenty of picnic tables. Walking the river woods etc to get the stamps collected and a tractor ride thrown in.
· via Google
Came on a school trip with my little boy who's in Reception year. What a fabulous day! The interaction with the children was outstanding from start to finish and the people playing the characters for the day where incredible. We will most definitely visit as a family in the near future to look around the whole venue. I missed this trip with my first child so pleased I got to go with my 2nd child. Thankyou so much ❤️
· via Google
Visitors say this museum offers a fascinating insight into rural life with engaging exhibits, a working farm, and a large adventure playground. They also highlight the delicious and reasonably priced food in the cafe, especially the quiche. Guests mention the staff are friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable, providing excellent interactions and an immersive experience.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Beetley Meadows, Dereham, NR20 4DR Get directions
- Category
- Farm Parks
- Guest rating
- 4.7 / 5 (1,195 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Dereham