Explore the resources below and learn to read the story of the landscape through time in its geology and archaeology.
Heritage
Explore the Brecks through time with our films, presentations, seminars, resources and reading lists…
The Ancient Landscape
Geological and Archaeological Features of the Brecks by Tim Holt-Wilson
Introduction to the Holocene Landscape and Prehistory of the Brecks by Tim Holt-Wilson
Holocene Archaeology in Norfolk by David Robertson
Holocene Archaeology in Suffolk by Edward Martin
Burnt Mounds and Bog Oaks Reading List
Hockwold Site Information
Archaeology for Land Managers by Tim Holt-Wilson
Anglo-Saxons and Vikings
Our collection of resources relating to the Brecks in its Anglo-Saxon and Viking era. Learn the history and find a series of seminars that teach you how to navigate the relevant historical resources for your own research too!
The History of Industry
Uncover the stories of the working Brecks.
Oral History
Our project Tales from the River, trained volunteers to gather oral history and compiled a huge archive of recordings from local people in the Brecks. Explore the stories of the rivers, told by locals, below.
Thetford and Punjab
Essex Cultural Diversity Project
The Essex Cultural Diversity Project breaks down barriers and promotes cultural harmony, through arts, cultural and heritage projects.
The project works strategically with artists, the culture and heritage sector, the BAME community and the voluntary sector to help develop skills, build sustainable networks and infrastructures, alongside creating new opportunities to enhance BAME artists’ work. The aim is to raise awareness of race equality and cultural diversity, benefiting communities across the region.
The link to the Brecks area is through the project’s work around Thetford and its links to Punjabi heritage.