Medieval Town Wall Guided Heritage Walk - Guided Walk in Great Yarmouth - Great Yarmouth

South East tower

About

Starting point: Front Gates of Great Yarmouth Minster, NR30 1NE

Finish point: South East Tower, Blackfriars Road, NR30 3BX

Length of walk: Approx 90 minutes 

Isolated on the east coast, fear of pirates and invasion gave the people of Great Yarmouth a distinct last frontier mentality. Once King John granted the town its Charter, a wall was the answer. 

However, delays due to the onset of plague meant the wall was obsolete as a defense even before completion. 

Walk England's second most complete Medieval Town Wall with our trained guides and find out why and how it was built, how it was reinforced in times of rebellion and civil war, and whilst never coming under serious attack, how it defined the development of the town.

Just over a mile long.

Booking is essential. Click here to book now!

 

Guide Prices

Adults £5.50
Children (7 - 17 years) £3
Under 7's FREE

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Booking essential with bookings closing 48 hours ahead of each walk

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Map & Directions

Medieval Town Wall Guided Heritage Walk

Type:Guided Walk

Great Yarmouth Minster, Church Plain, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 1NE

Tel: 01493 846107

Opening Times

Season (1 Apr 2026)
DayTimes
Wednesday10:30
Season (18 June 2026)
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Thursday18:00
Season (25 Oct 2026)
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Sunday14:00