Martham, Norfolk
Exploring the history of Martham village and beyond
MARTHAM on the Island of Flegg became the home of the Saxons from across the North Sea who arrived soon after the Romans left Britain in 410 A.D. The name 'Martham' means 'a settlement where pine martens are found.'
Who are we?
Martham Local History Group (MLHG)
Martham Local History Group (MLHG) was founded in 2010 by people interested in learning more about the history of Martham and the surrounding area. Most of our members live in Martham and neighbouring villages, while others come from as far afield as Great Yarmouth.
Our meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month. During the winter months, we meet at 7.30 p.m. in Martham Methodist Chapel for talks by speakers who are experts in their fields of study. In the summer, we organise outings to places of historic interest. Non-members are always most welcome to attend our meetings.
Research into the Early History Of Martham
Read through our informative research on the early history of Martham from prehistoric times to 1066
Martham Stories, 2013
Working with Media Projects East and Flegg High School, we produced a fascinating oral history record of life two or three generations ago.
History Trail, 2020
We published a history trail leaflet and researched nineteenth-century Martham during the national health crisis.
Blue Plaques & Blue Maps
In 2017 we funded Martham's first historical blue plaque, celebrating a notable nineteenth-century missionary couple from the village.
Find your way around
Explore the site
From our current programme to decades of archived talks and visits — everything is a few clicks away.
Current Programme
Our 2026 schedule of lectures, guided walks and visits to historical places.
Previous Talks
A full index of past lectures and speaker reports going back many years.
Previous Visits
Coach trips, guided walks and visits to historical places across East Anglia.
Martham Archive
A growing digital archive of documents, photographs and artefacts from the village's past.
Martham Stories
Oral histories and records of life in Martham two or three generations ago.
Projects
Current and completed research projects — from tithe maps to blue plaques.
Reports & Admin
AGM reports, constitutions and records of how we are run.
Favourite Websites
Links to local history resources and websites we recommend.
Contact Us
Get in touch with the Secretary or ask about joining the group.
From the Gallery
A glimpse of days gone past
Snippets from our gallery page, featuring early postcards, documents and photographs — many over a century old.