11 August 2026

Anna Sewell House nominated for the 'Everyday History Heroes' Award!

Volunteers at the Redwings Anna Sewell House

We're absolutely delighted to announce that Anna Sewell House in Great Yarmouth has been shortlised for the Heritage Open Days and Findmypast 'Everyday History Heroes' Award!

Vote for Anna Sewell House here!

The house is best known as the birthplace of the Black Beauty author, but thanks to our wonderful volunteers it now also champions the remarkable story of her mother Mary Sewell, an esteemed writer and philanthropist in her own right.

We're absolutely thrilled to be on the shortlist as one of only three organisations in the whole of the Eastern region, but this is where we now really need your help!

Voting is now open until 31st August, and the overall winners will be named England’s Everyday History Heroes and will receive £1,000 to continue their work.

We'd really love it if you could show your support by voting for us. Voting is quick, easy and free, it's just a couple of clicks!

Thank you so much!