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Historic houses · East of England

Dolphin House

In or near Roydon.

Free admission♿ Wheelchair: limited👪 Family-friendly

Dolphin House — building in Diss, Norfolk, England, UK.

Dolphin House, historic houses in Norfolk

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Diss · 1.0 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Limited wheelchair access

About

Dolphin House is a historic house in Norfolk, East of England. Officially recognised as Grade II* listed building. The site is within the Suffolk Coast & Heaths National Landscape (AONB). It sits within the Waveney Valley parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Diss, about 1.0 km away. Postcode area IP21.

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Official information

Diss Museum is located in the historic market place of Diss and showcases the town's rich history through permanent and current displays. Visitors can explore a variety of exhibits and archived treasures that highlight the town's fascinating past.

Protected designations

  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Suffolk Coast & Heaths

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Dolphin House is a Grade II* listed historic house located in Diss, Norfolk, in the East of England. It is situated within the Suffolk Coast & Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The building's distinctive architectural features contribute to its historical significance.

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Coordinates
52.3769, 1.1092
County
Norfolk
Parish
Diss
Postcode
IP21 4GN
Parliamentary constituency
Waveney Valley
Phone
07572 684449
Nearest railway station
Diss1 km
Opening
Mon - Sat 11:00am – 3:00pm; closed Sunday

Sources

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Diss Town Council Offices sign - geograph.org.uk - 4486007📷 5

Restaurants · East of England

Hong Xin

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Dolphin House?
Dolphin House is in Norfolk, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode IP21 4GN), in the parish of Diss.
What is Dolphin House?
Dolphin House — building in Diss, Norfolk, England, UK.
How do I get to Dolphin House?
The nearest railway station is Diss, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode IP21 4GN.
Is Dolphin House a listed building?
Dolphin House is officially recognised as Grade II* listed building listed.
Is Dolphin House a protected site?
Yes — Dolphin House is part of the Suffolk Coast & Heaths National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to Dolphin House?
The nearest railway station is Diss, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode IP21 4GN.