The weird and the wonderful: behind the scenes (In-Person Event)
Tue 2 Feb · 10:00
Norfolk Record Office
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The Norfolk Record Office in Norwich will host an in-person event titled The weird and the wonderful: behind the scenes on 2 February 2027. Attendees can view strange and unusual items from Norfolk's archives for £7.00.
Come and see some strange and unusual items found in Norfolk's archives
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Come and see some strange and unusual items found in Norfolk's archives, including Lord Nelson's hair, mustard seeds, a witch's spell and even the bone pen that inspired Rider Haggard to write King Solomon's Mines. Then take a look to see how they are stored and repaired.
Tours last approximately 90 minutes.
Norfolk Archives and Heritage Development Foundation supporters get two free tickets for our Behind the Scenes Tour as part of their individual membership. For more information and to join visit NorAH (https://norah-df.org.uk/supporter-scheme/).
Find our November 2026-February 2027 programme of events here (https://norfolkrecordofficeblog.org/events-november-2026-february-2027/)
If you are no longer able to attend an event please let us know.
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Frequently asked questions
The weird and the wonderful: behind the scenes (In-Person Event) takes place on Tuesday, 2 February 2027 at 10:00.
The weird and the wonderful: behind the scenes (In-Person Event) is held at Norfolk Record Office in Norwich (Archive Centre, Norwich, NR1 2DQ).
Tickets for The weird and the wonderful: behind the scenes (In-Person Event) are priced at £7. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Norfolk Record Office can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for The weird and the wonderful: behind the scenes (In-Person Event) can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
The weird and the wonderful: behind the scenes (In-Person Event)
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The Norfolk Record Office in Norwich will host an in-person event titled The weird and the wonderful: behind the scenes on 2 February 2027. Attendees can view strange and unusual items from Norfolk's archives for £7.00.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Come and see some strange and unusual items found in Norfolk's archives
IN-PERSON EVENT
Come and see some strange and unusual items found in Norfolk's archives, including Lord Nelson's hair, mustard seeds, a witch's spell and even the bone pen that inspired Rider Haggard to write King Solomon's Mines. Then take a look to see how they are stored and repaired.
Tours last approximately 90 minutes.
Norfolk Archives and Heritage Development Foundation supporters get two free tickets for our Behind the Scenes Tour as part of their individual membership. For more information and to join visit NorAH (https://norah-df.org.uk/supporter-scheme/).
Find our November 2026-February 2027 programme of events here (https://norfolkrecordofficeblog.org/events-november-2026-february-2027/)
If you are no longer able to attend an event please let us know.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Hotels within walking distance of Norfolk Record Office. Searching near Archive Centre, Norwich, NR1 2DQ; check-in Tuesday, 2 February 2027.
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Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is The weird and the wonderful: behind the scenes (In-Person Event)?
The weird and the wonderful: behind the scenes (In-Person Event) takes place on Tuesday, 2 February 2027 at 10:00.
Where is The weird and the wonderful: behind the scenes (In-Person Event) taking place?
The weird and the wonderful: behind the scenes (In-Person Event) is held at Norfolk Record Office in Norwich (Archive Centre, Norwich, NR1 2DQ).
How much are tickets for The weird and the wonderful: behind the scenes (In-Person Event)?
Tickets for The weird and the wonderful: behind the scenes (In-Person Event) are priced at £7. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Is there anywhere to stay near The weird and the wonderful: behind the scenes (In-Person Event)?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Norfolk Record Office can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for The weird and the wonderful: behind the scenes (In-Person Event)?
Tickets for The weird and the wonderful: behind the scenes (In-Person Event) can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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