About Thursford Collection
Step back in time at this fascinating Fakenham museum where vintage steam engines and mechanical organs captivate visitors, while children burn energy in outdoor play areas and creative workshops.
What's nearby
- Thursford Christmas Spectacular next door
- Holly Lodge Boutique B&B next door
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating
Payment
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Opening hours
- Monday
- 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
Such a wonderful day out, the staff are some of the nicest I've ever come across, so friendly and welcoming. The exhibits are wonderful and the organs sound beautiful. The new outdoor playground was the best we've ever visited. It's 2.5 hours away from home but definitely worth the drive for us. Thank you everyone very much for a great visit.
· via Google
What a wonderful place this is. The fair ground theme play park is amazing.the boys loved the go kart track while the girls loved the water splash pad. A big shout out to cafe there too the chips a coffee was lovely. A good day out highly recommend
· via Google
The Adventure playground is fantastic, and really good value for a day out, its not just an playground, its a full day of adventure, spectacularly themed and well thought out. We spent 4 hours there on an overcast Bank Holiday, it was quieter in the afternoon, but even being a bit busier in the morning, there was plenty of space to play. The Cafe was nice and well priced.
· via Google
Truly amazing! 🎠🚂 Thursford is a properly good day out – there’s so many traction engines and organs to see, many of the latter play throughout the day so you can experience their timeless genius. The rides are well worth £3 each – both the galloper and carousel are a real nostalgic treat. Then we come onto Robert Wolfe and his Wurlitzer – never, in my life have I seen so much musical talent in one person, amazingly moving. A real must visit!
· via Google
People say this place offers a spectacular Christmas show with talented singers, dancers, and musicians, as well as a museum featuring steam engines and fairground organs. Visitors also highlight the impressive outdoor adventure play area, which includes a splash pad and go-karts. They appreciate the friendly and welcoming staff, along with the well-maintained facilities.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Laurel Farm, The Street, Fakenham, NR21 0AS Get directions
- Category
- Museums & Galleries
- Guest rating
- 4.8 / 5 (5,040 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Fakenham