AUGUSTTuesday 3 Historic LynnFriday 6 Historic LynnSaturday 7 Historic LynnTuesday 10 Sailors, Smugglers & Merchant AdventurersFriday 13 Historic LynnSaturday 14 Historic LynnTuesday 17 Historic LynnFriday 20 Sailors, Smugglers & Merchant AdventurersSaturday 21 Historic LynnTuesday 24 Historic LynnFriday 27 Historic LynnSaturday 28 Historic LynnTuesday 31 Historic Lynn
SEPTEMBERFriday 3 Historic LynnSaturday 4 Historic LynnTuesday 7 Historic LynnFriday 10 Sailors, Smugglers & Merchant AdventurersSaturday 11 Hanse Walk at 11.00am & 2.00pmTuesday 14 Historic LynnFriday 17 Historic LynnSaturday 18 Sailors, Smugglers & Merchant AdventurersTuesday 21 Historic LynnFriday 24 Historic LynnSaturday 25 Historic LynnTuesday 28 Historic Lynn
OCTOBER Friday 1 Historic LynnSaturday 2 Historic LynnTuesday 5 Historic LynnFriday 8 Sailors, Smugglers & Merchant AdventurersSaturday 9 Historic Lynn Tuesday 12 Historic LynnFriday 15 Historic LynnSaturday 16 Historic LynnTuesday 19 Historic LynnFriday 22 Historic LynnSaturday 23 Sailors, Smugglers & Merchant AdventurersTuesday 26 Historic LynnFriday 29 Historic LynnSaturday 30 Historic Lynn
Guided WalksaroundKing’s Lynn
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All walks start at 2pm unless otherwise stated. Please be aware that walks will only take place in accordance with Government guidelines.MAYTuesday 18 Historic LynnFriday 21 Historic LynnSaturday 22 Historic LynnSunday 23 A Walk in the ParksTuesday 25 Historic LynnFriday 28 Historic LynnSaturday 29 Historic Lynn
JUNETuesday 1 Historic LynnThursday 3 7pm Old Lynn New PubsFriday 4 Historic LynnSaturday 5 Historic LynnTuesday 8 Historic LynnThursday 10 7pm Gaywood Through TimeFriday 11 Historic LynnSaturday 12 Historic LynnTuesday 15 Historic LynnThursday 17 7pm The North End: Trade, Buildings & PeopleFriday 18 Historic LynnSaturday 19 Historic LynnSunday 20 A Walk in the ParksTuesday 22 Historic LynnThursday 24 7pm Festive King’s LynnFriday 25 Historic LynnSaturday 26 Historic LynnTuesday 29 Historic Lynn
JULYThursday 1 7pm Sailors, Smugglers & Merchant AdventurersFriday 2 Historic LynnSaturday 3 Historic LynnTuesday 6 Historic LynnThursday 8 7pm Historic LynnFriday 9 Historic Lynn Saturday 10 Historic Lynn Tuesday 13 Historic LynnThursday 15 7pm Old Lynn New PubsFriday 16 Historic Lynn Saturday 17 Historic LynnTuesday 20 Historic LynnWednesday 21 Sailors, Smugglers & Merchant Adventurers Thursday 22 The Hanse and the Warehouse on the WashFriday 23 Historic LynnSaturday 24 Historic LynnSunday 25 A Walk in the ParksTuesday 27 Historic LynnWednesday 28 Four Churches and a ChapelThursday 29 4pm The River WalkFriday 30 Historic Lynn
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Regular walksHistoric LynnThis tour, from the Saturday Market Place to the Tuesday Market Place, takes in over 900 years of history. Historic buildings, hidden courtyards and the river all reveal King’s Lynn’s story from small settlement to successful port and elegant town – along with the stories of the people who left their mark here. Meet outside Stories of Lynn. See 5 on map.
Smugglers, Sailors and Merchant Adventurers King’s Lynn was one of England’s foremost ports from medieval times and evidence of this rich maritime heritage is to be found all along the waterfront streets – fine houses, warehouses and, of course, the Custom House. Wealthy merchants, naval heroes, brave sailors and bold smugglers have all left their stories waiting to be heard. Meet outside Stories of Lynn. See 5 on map.
Hanse WalkThis walk explores King’s Lynn’s long and illustrious maritime tradition. You will have insight to the old and the new Hanseatic leagues whilst also discovering the fascinating history of key Hanseatic sites, one of which is the only surviving Hanseatic warehouse in England. Meet at the Custom House. See 4 on map.
A Walk in the ParksLynn’s three town parks hide a wealth of history, from the 13th century to the present day. Join us for a gentle Sunday afternoon stroll through Tower gardens, once home to the Greyfriars, the Walks, first laid out as a park in the 18th century, and St James’s park. Discover the Red Mount Chapel, St John’s Church and the site of the former workhouse. This walk is all on level ground and particularly suitable for wheelchair users. Meet at Tower Gardens. See 6 on map.
All walks last approximately 1 1/2 - 2 hours
Information and Tickets from:King’s Lynn Tourist information Centre, Stories of Lynn Tel: 01553 774297
Regular guided walks are offered at Adults £5; Children Free
Please note that in the event of a walk being oversubscribed, preference will be given to ticket holders.
= Special Evening tours = Festival walksThe Town Guides are able to take privately booked parties and specialist groups throughout the year. Illustrated talks can also be arranged.For further information and tickets contact The Tourist Information Centre at Stories of Lynn 01553 774297
The King’s Lynn Town Guides give their services voluntarily. The money from the walks goes directly to conservation projects in the town. This leaflet has been printed with the support of The Borough Council of King’s Lynn and West Norfolk
Discover King’s Lynn on foot with our Town Guides For enquiries and bookings contact:King’s Lynn Tourist Information Centre - 01553 774297www.kingslynntownguides.co.uk
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Festival Walks Sailors, Smugglers and Merchant Adventurers – Wednesday 21 July at 2pmKing’s Lynn was one of England’s foremost ports from medieval times and evidence of this rich maritime heritage is to be found all along the waterfront streets – fine houses, warehouses and, of course, the Custom House. Wealthy merchants, naval heroes, brave sailors and bold smugglers have all left their stories waiting to be heard. Meet Alison Miller outside Stories of Lynn. See 5 on map
The Hanse and the Warehouse on the Wash – Thursday 22 July at 2pmCovering several centuries, this walk explores the buildings that supported the towns’ commerce and helped it prosper. You will see buildings that have changed and adapted as the course of the river bank moved westward. Starting at St George’s Guildhall – a remarkably complete guild complex, our tour also includes the country’s only remaining Hanseatic Warehouse. Meet Peter Jackson at St George’s Guildhall. See 2 on map
Four Churches and a Chapel – Wednesday 28 July at 2pmSpanning ten centuries, this tour takes in an eclectic mix of ecclesiastical buildings in a wide range of architectural styles, some of which Pugin and Salvin influenced. See an anchorite’s cell, a Grade I listed Victorian park and its unique pilgrim chapel and a monastery garden with the Leaning Tower of Lynn. Learn how Edward VII helped provide a place of worship for the King of Spain. Meet Richard Morley at Tower Gardens. See 6 on map
The River Walk – Thursday 29 July at 4pmWe start with a ferry crossing, followed by a walk along the west bank, from which the best views of Lynn can be enjoyed. Crossing back at South Lynn Bridge, we discover Harding’s Pits, following the river back to the Custom House. Walking shoes are recommended. Meet Niki Jenkins at the Ferry Terminal, Ferry Lane. See 3 on map
Thursday evening walksOld Lynn, New Pubs – 3 June & 15 JulyA walk through King’s Lynn’s ‘old town’ discovering how historic sites have been brought back into new use, including visits to three pubs in some of the most important locations. Meet Ivor Rowlands outside Stories of Lynn. See 5 on map
Gaywood Through Time – 10 JuneGaywood’s history is older than Lynn’s. This walk will explore the development of Gaywood from Bishop’s residence, to rural village and Bagge family estate, to the busy suburb of King’s Lynn that we know today. Meet Doreen Leventhall at the old gate to King Edward VII academy. Distance is around one mile from King’s Lynn Town Centre.
The North End: Trade, Buildings and People – 17 JuneA tour of the North End looking at the buildings that remain, the lives of the people who lived here and their trades, legal and not so legal. Meet Pat Fysh and Mike Goward outside True’s Yard Fisherfolk Museum. See 1 on map
Festive King’s Lynn – 24 JuneKing’s Lynn boasted a colourful and rich tradition of civic drama, concerts and festivities between the 15th and 18th centuries. Its exceptional public buildings and impressive urban spaces were the locations. The walk will identify the people and places to highlight this cultural heritage and sometimes more grisly public events in the market places! Meet Paul Richards outside Stories of Lynn. See 5 on map
Smugglers, Sailors and Merchant Adventurers – 1 JulyKing’s Lynn was one of England’s foremost ports from medieval times and evidence of this rich maritime heritage is to be found all along the waterfront streets – fine houses, warehouses and, of course, the Custom House. Wealthy merchants, naval heroes, brave sailors and bold smugglers have all left their stories waiting to be heard. Meet Mike Goward outside Stories of Lynn. See 5 on map
Historic Lynn – 8 JulyThis tour, from the Saturday Market Place to the Tuesday Market Place, takes in over 900 years of history. Historic buildings, hidden courtyards and the river all reveal King’s Lynn’s story from small settlement to successful port and elegant town – along with the stories of the people who left their mark here. Meet Vic Saunders outside Stories of Lynn. See 5 on map
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