Wymondham Heritage Museum will be open for the new season from Monday March 10th and daily until the beginning of November. Over the winter, the volunteers have been beavering away to make sure everything is spick and span. A lick of paint and reorganising the exhibits are among the jobs the dedicated volunteers have carried out. The Bridewell Tearoom has also had a spring clean and will be open daily for the same period.

The popular “Masters of the Air” display, exploring the time when American GIs were stationed at nearby airfields, has been transformed into a permanent exhibition in the main gallery with additional content and new printed boards. Watch out for details of the Friendly Invasion Trail that takes in many of the local haunts the GIs frequented, such as The Regal Cinema, The Green Dragon and Anglo-American Services club on Town Green.

A series of events is planned throughout the year. First is a celebration of Mother’s Day over the weekend of March 29th/30th. Saturday is included so those with family events on the Sunday can attend. The museum will be open from 1pm-4pm on both days, and there will be a special Mother’s Day trail with seasonal treats in The Bridewell Tearoom. Entry for mums is free providing they are accompanied by a child.

The Second World War features strongly in the programme this year with the marking of the 80th anniversary of VE Day and VJ Day. In addition, a 1940s weekend will reflect wartime life, with the volunteers dressed in costumes of the period.

The museum shop offers a host of mementos: bookmarks, pens, keyrings and much more. In The Bridewell tearoom, the volunteer bakers will be pulling out their recipes to produce the mouthwatering cakes and scones so popular with visitors. And remember, there is no admission charge for the Tearoom. So if you’re out shopping or picking the children up from school, just pop in and enjoy these homemade snacks.

For more information about opening times and admission prices, go to thewhm.org.uk.