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Swaffham Town Council Official Guide
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 Swaffham Town Council

Swaffham Town Council,
Town Hall,
London Street,
Swaffham,
Norfolk,
PE37 7DQ

Tel Enquiries: 01760 722922
Fax Enquiries: 01235 533112

Email: Swaffham Council
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Eco Tech Project

EcoTech, the environmental education centre and visitor attraction was developed on a derelict factory site in Swaffham and opened in April 1999.

Energy saving and sustainable development is at the heart of the project. The building has a Norwegian Spruce frame, harvested from sustainable sources, and is the largest timber framed building in the eastern region. The glazed south front transmits solar energy deep into the building. The northern side is insulated to stop heat, but automatic blinds on the glazed front and natural ventilation prevent overheating. A biomass heating system provides additional warmth, using thinnings from nearby Thetford Forest.

The EcoTech Centre offers a range of educational experiences for all ages. It caters for a wide variety of organisations including schools, home education groups, clubs and professional associations. Visits can be tailored to take into account the needs of a particular group. It is also open to the public whereby you are able to climb the 65m to the viewing platform inside the turbine.

The Opening Times are: -
Winter Opening: Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays)

Gardens, Shop & Café - Monday to Friday 10am - 4pm (free admission)

Summer Opening: May until the last weekend of August (closed Bank Holidays)

Gardens, Shop & Café - Monday to Friday (plus last Sunday of each month) 10am - 4pm (free admission)

Turbine Tours running at 11am, 1pm and 3pm, plus extra tours during school holidays if sufficient demand. For Turbine Tour times please telephone 01760 726100


Northwell Pool

Whilst every care has been taken in compiling this publication and the statements contained herein are believed to be correct, the publishers and promoters cannot accept responsibility for any inaccuracies. Reproduction of any part of this publication in any format, without permission, is strictly forbidden. All the photographs in this booklet were taken by: Swaffham Town Council, Iceni Partnership (Community Centre, Assembly Rooms) and I.T.V. Updated Editorial by the Deputy Town Clerk and Assistant Town Clerk.