Our Aims

Our Club's aims are to:

Learn collaboratively about the history, heritage and archaeology of Norwich and Norfolk

Develop resources and activities that contribute to the wider community’s understanding of history and archaeology

Develop activities that enhance/maintain the wellbeing and emotional resilience of club members

Be actively inclusive – open, accessible and welcoming to all


Saturday, 13 November 2021

The Old Dolphin Inn

Like me you may have driven and walked passed the old Dolphin Inn on Heigham Street many times, I think it’s owned by a Chiropractor now.  So what is the history of this building?  The date of 1615 is engraved on the building but what does this signify?  Bishop Hall lived here during the English Civil War but why was he thrown out of Norwich cathedral?  When did it become a pub?  What damage was caused during World War Two and which famous Norwich brewery paid for its restoration?  Please select the following link to find out the answers to these questions and more information:

https://www.eveningnews24.co.uk/news/history-of-former-dolphin-pub-in-norwich-7984424

Here are some photos of the Inn after the bomb damage and fully restored:  

https://www.re.photos/en/compilation/5541/

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