Fakenham Gasworks Museum 2026
The museum is housed in the town’s former gasworks, which ceased production of gas from the heating of coal in 1965 following the discovery of Natural Gas in the North Sea. The buildings and the museum collection allow a glimpse into the past where one man, William Murdoch, changed everyday living, bringing light to the darkest corners of our country.
Contacts
Operator: Fakenham Town Gas Works Museum Trust
Address: Hempton Road Fakenham Norfolk NR21 7LA
- Telephone: 07716 862 555
- Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
- Website: View website
Open Days & Times
Easter-Oct Thu-Fri. 1000-1300. Visit website or facebook for more details.
Travel
- By Bus: various
Facilities
- Parking
- Part disabled access
There are displays of gas street lamps and domestic appliances, including water heaters, cookers, stoves, fires, domestic gas and lighting as well as gas meters. It charts the first steps to light up homes and cities at night and later to provide heating and domestic appliances. The museum, its contents and site are all unique, and will bring back memories even for younger visitors.
