True's Yard Fishing Heritage Museum

True's Yard is built around the last surviving cottages in King's Lynn’s once thriving North End community. The tiny, carefully recreated rooms capture the harsh realities of fishing life and the traditions and spirit of a close-knit community. 

The museum reopened in 2010 after a major re-furbishment which has provided new displays, renovated the last surviving smokehouse in the North End and restored the fishing smack which takes pride of place in the small museum courtyard.

A museum that’s at the heart of its community – run and staffed by volunteers, you’re guaranteed a warm welcome.

• Archive room and library (if you are travelling far, call in advance to check opening)
• Children’s workshops (booking required)
• Tours (booking essential)
• The shop has an excellent selection of local history books

Schools

The children are encouraged to dress appropriately for the era of study as it adds to the experience

Visits can be tailored to your needs or the needs of your pupils. Mix and match any of the sessions above or contact us to see what other topics we can cover. Outreach sessions in school are also available (for prices please contact the Museum).

A short 5 minute film narrating the story of True’s Yard and the museum from its beginnings is available on DVD for interested schools. A second version for younger pupils can be seen by clicking here at schools film.