Norwich.

Historic places in Norwich

Norwich Castle.
There was an earlier structure before the present 12th century hall keep. It was completely resurfaced in the mid 19th century. The other buildings in the inner bailey are much later.

Norwich, St. Ethelbert’s Gate.
1316-20. The upper part was used as a chapel. A large two-centred arch.

Norwich, Water Gate.
15th century and very picturesque.

Norwich, Dragon Hall.
A 14th century hall house with 16th century timber screen. The upper floor is timber framed and it has a vaulted undercroft. The first floor Hall has a carved dragon on a timber beam; it has remains of paint.

Norwich, Great Hospital.
It was founded in 1249 to look after elderlyneedy priests and poor scholars and sick paupers. The chancel was divided to make women’s wards, the west part of the nave the men’s wards, the centre part for worship.

 

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