Having been situated at Broads Haven for three successful seasons, the Museum of the Broads has now moved to a new and attractive location at the head of Stalham Dyke, The Staithe, Stalham.

The picture (right) shows the buildings in their original state and during the coming seasons, they will be developed into an integrated museum site. Two plans are currently being considered, the final development will depend on funds and grants as available.

The buildings housing the collection have strong connections with the wherry trade of years ago, and are quite fascinating in themselves. There are even stories of smuggling from the coast at Horsey and Waxham. For the first time the Museum will have its own private moorings enabling some boats in the collection to be seen and enjoyed afloat, adding a new dimension to the displays.

The Museum of the Broads provides a safe and secure home for historic Broads boats, including the tiniest gun punt ever built "Wee Maid", the thinnest boat and only dingy constructed of concrete through to what is thought to be the largest steam launch ever to ply the waters of the Broads.

Watch a video telling the history of the Broads before seeing the displays depicting how the origins of the Broads were discovered, from the peat diggers in the 13th and 14th centuries up to the modern hire boat industry of today, the story of St Benets Abbey, the only one in the country not dissolved by Henry VIII and information on people connected with the Broads like naturalist Arthur Patterson. Also on display is "the last Coypu, a 21lb pike and tools from the traditional Broads industries. Photographs, books and important documents are all housed at the Museum and being added to all the time.

There will be special events and demonstrations connected with the different areas of Broads life and culture during the season. Group visits and school groups welcome (prior booking required). There is an active "Friends Organization" for anyone wishing to lend their support

We hope you enjoy your visit to the Museum of the Broads. Why not join the "Friends of the Museum" group and you will be kept in touch with all that is happening.

If you want to become a friend of the museum, a membership application is form is available from this site. Shift click to download, or click on the link, complete the form, print it out and send to the address given.

The Museum of the Broads
• Open Easter to October 
• Free Parking
• Shop/Refreshments
• Toilets
• "Friends" details available