Henry Bacon

This green plaque commemorates Henry Bacon, a prominent worsted merchant in Norwich, who commissioned the construction of this house. His civic engagement saw him serving as Sheriff of Norwich in 1548, and later holding the esteemed position of Mayor in both 1557 and 1566. The house he built also holds historical significance due to its connection with Kett's Rebellion, which took place in 1549. This memorial serves as a marker of a notable figure in the city's history and a building associated with a significant local event.

The memorial is situated in Norwich, a historic cathedral city and the county town of Norfolk, in England. For many centuries, from the medieval period up until the cusp of the industrial age, Norwich was one of England's most affluent and largest urban centres, second only to London in importance. Today, it remains the principal settlement in East Anglia. This plaque places Henry Bacon within a tradition of civic leadership and merchant prosperity that defined Norwich's character during its historical peak.

The green plaque is located at Bacon's House, found at 31 Colegate, within the city of Norwich. Visitors to this historic address will find the plaque affixed to the building, marking its association with Henry Bacon and Kett's Rebellion. Colegate is an accessible street within Norwich, allowing for respectful viewing of the memorial and appreciation of its historical context.