The Tolhouse
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This is only a small museum, but they are friendly and eagerly welcomed us and are so good with children. There were colouring and brass rubbing activities, a lovely pirate ship toy and figures to play with. Do take your time to talk and read about what you see although we did the best bits in a few minutes. It has lots of stairs and the gaol in the basement is a bit dark and atmospheric. Makes you think how awful to be locked up there.
Louise LyleLouise Lyle
30
I'm so glad I got the opportunity to visit here. So much hidden history opened up for people to see and visit. From the costumes to the cell visits this really is a must visit for history fans. Locked up for vagrancy, locked up for stealing food, orders from the king to pass judgment on people. Local caister lady goes in to help people read and right. Sadly I wish I took more photos, yet still do go see for yourselves.
Steven Alexander SimmondsSteven Alexander Simmonds
00
Amazing glimpse into the past in one of the very oldest buildings in all of Great Yarmouth! Great for the family and full of so much eye opening information 😀 visiting a place like this is truly a reminder of how good we have it, in an out of the justice system!
Ryan Harkett (Ryan the Lion)Ryan Harkett (Ryan the Lion)
50
A very interesting and informative museum, there was so much to learn about the law system centuries ago, conditions the prisoners lived in and you can feel the cold air and bleakness when you go down to the prison itself.
Cassandra HolmesCassandra Holmes
00
Great place to visit 😀 the history behind the gaol was very interesting and insightful definitely worth a visit I have a huge fascination with all things historical
kevinpleecekevinpleece
10
I'm so glad I got the opportunity to visit here. So much hidden history opened up for people to see and visit. From the costumes to the cell visits this really is a must visit for history fans. Locked up for vagrancy, locked up for stealing food, orders from the king to pass judgment on people. Local caister lady goes in to help people read and right. Sadly I wish I took more photos, yet still do go see for yourselves.
Steven Alexander SimmondsSteven Alexander Simmonds
00
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Address
12 Tolhouse St, Great Yarmouth NR30 2SQ, United Kingdom
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Phone
+44 1493 858900
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Website
tolhousegaol.norfolk.gov.uk
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4.5
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cultural
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The Tolhouse is a 12th-century building in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, England. The building has been used as a jail and a courthouse and is currently a museum. The Tolhouse is a Grade I listed building.
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