Historic Norfolk’s annual summer party was held at Becket’s Chapel on Sunday 25th June. The Mayor of Wymondham cut the ribbon and re-opened the building following major repair works by Historic Norfolk (formerly known as Norfolk Historic Buildings Trust).

The mediaeval Grade I listed Chapel is one of Wymondham’s most important heritage assets, and is currently designated “Heritage at Risk.” The Chapel is believed to have been founded by William d'Albini, Earl of Arundel in the 12th Century and named for St.Thomas a Becket. The second phase of restoration will include a Café and Visitor Information Point, actively promoting Wymondham as a heritage destination. Becket’s chapel will be a multifunctional facility for the arts, and available for rent by the community for meetings, receptions and other events. Starting on 4th July, Wymondham Arts Forum will hold a series of exhibitions at the chapel until late October.

Funding has been provided by Historic England, Architectural Heritage Fund, Norwich Freemans Charity, Pilgrim Trust, Headley Trust, Geoffrey Watling Trust and from Historic Norfolk’s own resources.