Historical walk to explore King's Lynn

  • 2020-04-29
A guided walk that explores the history of King’s Lynn is set to take place in June.

The Festive King's Lynn Walk, at Stories of Lynn, is conducted by Town Guides three days a week from May to November and also by individual appointment.

This walk identifies key historical figures and visits places of interest, focusing on the cultural heritage as well as something of the town's grisly past. It is a chance for visitors to discover many of the 400 Grade I, II and III listed buildings, representing some of the best examples of medieval architecture in Britain.

King’s Lynn’s first developed in the twelfth century through its Hanseatic trading relations to become an extremely wealthy commercial centre. This left a considerable architectural legacy evidenced in two guildhalls, two market places and two churches, one of each being the largest in England. It also fostered a colourful tradition of popular civic drama and festivities dating back to Tudor times, held against this classic backdrop.

Over 1,000 locals and visitors join the walk each year, first started by enthusiasts in 1977. Today, the voluntary town guides are fully trained and all proceeds raised go to local charities, in particular those involved in conservation projects.

Tickets cost £5 for adults but children can take part for free. Flyer printing can be used to advertise activities such as this to the community.

The Festive King's Lynn Evening Guided Walk takes place between 7pm and 9pm on Thursday 25th June starting in The Saturday Market Place.