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Museum of the Broads

Stalham

Museum in England, United Kingdom

Opening Tuesday – Sunday and Bank Holiday Mondays, 10am to 4pm; open for the 2026 season until Sunday 1st November

Price Adults: £9.50; Children and Young People (12-17): £5.50; Under 12s: Free; 50 min boat trip: Adults from £10.00, Children and Young People (5-17) from £6.50, 5 and under free on Marsh Harrier; Combined museum and boat trip: Adults from £17, children and young people (5-17) from £10; Carer of a Disabled visitor: Free; Dogs free entry

Typical visit Not provided yet

Age fit Family friendly with activities and trails for all ages; free activities for children; groups for children, young people or adults of any age

Setting indoor/outdoor

The experience

About this day out

The Museum of the Broads brings the stories of the Broads alive through unique displays, trails, activities and special exhibitions. It is located at The Poor’s Staithe, Stalham, NR12 9DA, just off the A149 at the turning to Richardson’s Boatyard. Visitors can take river trips on the Edwardian style electric launch Marsh Harrier or the Victorian steam boat Falcon.

When to go

Opening calendar

Tuesday – Sunday and Bank Holiday Mondays, 10am to 4pm; open for the 2026 season until Sunday 1st November

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What it costs

Prices at a glance

Admission: Adults: £9.50; Children and Young People (12-17): £5.50; Under 12s: Free; 50 min boat trip: Adults from £10.00, Children and Young People (5-17) from £6.50, 5 and under free on Marsh Harrier; Combined museum and boat trip: Adults from £17, children and young people (5-17) from £10; Carer of a Disabled visitor: Free; Dogs free entry

Prices can change. Confirm ticket terms with the venue before booking.

Practical details

Facilities & accessibility

At a glance

Five buildings: Cooke’s Staithe, the Barton Building, the Surlingham Building, Wroxham Building and the Oulton Boat ShedOutside display area in Friends’ Way with more Broads boatsSteam launch Falcon and electric boat Marsh Harrier moored on quayside2 toilets available for visitors, one accessible with baby changing facilitiesGift shop selling souvenirs, Broads books, hot and cold drinks and light refreshments; free entry to shop and cafe areaPicnic area by the riverMoorings: visitor moorings at the Museum and Richardson’s Boatyard; overnight moorings at Stalham Staithedogs

Accessibility: Full access, either level or ramped, to all buildings for wheelchairs; disabled access toilet with baby changing area; magnifier available for visually impaired; Falcon not fully accessible, Marsh Harrier can accept some wheelchairs; wheelchair available to borrow for access to Marsh Harrier; disabled parking available outside the Museum
Parking: Parking is at Richardson’s Boatyard; the museum is a short 100m walk down the road; disabled parking available outside the Museum
Dogs: Dogs welcome, free of charge, please keep on a lead; dogs allowed on board boats at the discretion of the helm; life jackets for dogs available

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