About Museum of the Broads
Discover the unique heritage of Norfolk's famous waterways at this welcoming Staithe-side museum, featuring family facilities, refreshments, and full accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
What's nearby
- HD Valeting | Car Detailing & Ceramic Coating Studio Norfolk next door
- C T Baker Builders Merchants next door
- Richardson's Boating Holidays 250m away
- Broads Edge Marina 350m away
- Oasis Indian Restaurant 400m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Free street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Facilities
Opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 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
Absolutely idyllic boat trip in a 5hp steam powered 120+yr old beautifully restored boat. Book ahead as only runs 3 times a day with up to 10/11 passengers max. Fantastic team working the boats and museum and certainly a great few hours to relax with. Highly recommend a visit. It is worth every penny!
· via Google
A wonderful find. An interesting museum with plenty of amazing exhibits and information about the history of the Broads. We particularly enjoyed the boat ride on the steam boat Falcon. Ally and Colin who took us out on the water were friendly, knowledgeable and made the whole experience a delight. They patiently answered all our questions and expertly steered us down to Barton Broad, all the while filling us in on the local nature, the boat’s history, the Broads activities etc.
· via Google
An enjoyable couple of hours here. 45 minutes on boat with narrative from skipper. Even saw a kingfisher. Followed by leisurely stroll around museum with coffee & cake. Even the dogs enjoyed it.
· via Google
We went on the boat in a Sunday and we were the only 3 on there. It was very informative. We saw nesting swans. Went up and down the broads. Came across a windmill with an air BnB large barn next to it. Beautiful afternoon and very peaceful.
· via Google
Visitors say this museum offers engaging exhibits about the Broads' history, including restored boats and interactive displays, and highlight the informative boat trips. They also mention the friendly, knowledgeable staff and volunteers, who enhance the experience. Guests appreciate the reasonable prices, the option to bring picnics, and the fact that tickets are valid for a year.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- The Poor's, Staithe Road, Stalham, Norwich, NR12 9DA Get directions
- Category
- Museums & Galleries
- Guest rating
- 4.7 / 5 (484 reviews)
- Suitable for
- Ages 7+
- Suggested visit
- 2-3 hours
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Stalham