Museums & Galleries · Norwich
The South Asia Collection
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Photo: Oscar Taylor (CC BY-SA 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- Museum of art, craft and living traditions of South and South East Asia
- Collection of 10,000 objects including textiles and artworks
- Exhibition on lost wax casting technique
- Textile crafts exhibition from Kachchh region
- Museum shop with handcrafted South Asian products
The South Asia Collection is a museum and research centre in Norwich dedicated to the art, craft and living traditions of South and South East Asia, caring for around 10,000 objects including textiles, paintings, furniture and everyday crafts. You can explore current exhibitions such as Dhokra lost wax casting and Kachchh textile traditions, browse collection highlights, and visit the museum shop stocking handcrafted goods from South and South East Asian artisans. It suits visitors interested in art, craft and cultural history. Admission is free, and it's open Monday to Saturday, though building works until October 2026 may bring some noise and limited parking. With Norwich station just 0.8 miles away and 48 bookable places to stay within 5 miles, it's an easy addition to a short break in the city.
Practical details
- Open
- Monday to Saturday, 9:30am to 5:00pm, closed Sundays and Bank Holidays
- Booking
- Free admission, open to all
- Parking
- Limited visitor parking during building works
From the attraction's own website on 23 Oct 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Gift Shop
- ✓ Parking
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Sat 5 Dec · 19:00
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🗓️ Make a break of it
Turn a visit to The South Asia Collection into a proper getaway — ready-made plans, and the drive worked out with fuel, EV charging and the best stops.
🚆 Or come by train
- Norwich 0.8 miles
- Brundall Gardens 5.4 miles
- Salhouse 5.4 miles
Straight-line distances · live departures on each station page