Norfolk has a varied and volatile history.
Once upon a time, this part of the world was dominated by the tribe of
the Iceni, their most famous leader being Boadicea. She
led her people into bloody battles against the Romans in AD61.
Vikings landed on the Norfolk shores and the Saxons have left burial grounds which are still coming to light. The Romans also left their mark with fortifications and long straight roads. The Dutch, also paid a visit, and showed the Angles how to reclaim land from the sea and turn it into rich farming land. They also built houses with lovely double curve side walls which can still be seen today, and are unique in the UK. Some of Norfolk's villages have gone forever, having been swallowed up by the sea. The coastline is constantly changing, and after particularly high tides, these cliffs give up their secrets. Fossils can be found dating back from when elephants, rhinos and giant moose roamed the land. In some cases entire skeleton’s come to light, as in the case of "The West Runton Elephant". We should also not forget Norfolk’s more famous and well known names such as Nelson, Wolsey, Cromwell and Boleyn, all of whom were East Anglian sons and daughters. Here are a few snapshots of Norfolk's fascinating and colourful past for your enjoyment. |
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Black Death | Shipden Village | Pocahontas | |
| Horatio Nelson | The Garden of Sleep | Tabernacle St. Murder | ||
| The Albatros | Rector of Stiffkey | Sea Henge at Holme | ||
| Boudicca | Henry Blogg | Shades of Ships | Amy Robsart | |
| John Fryer - Bounty | John Cromes | Edith Cavell | Norwich Floods 1912 | |
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