Norwich in Norfolk, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
Browne's Meadow
Photographed by Ray Gurganus, April 22, 2026
1. Browne's Meadow Marker
Sir Thomas Browne 1605~1682
Physician and author of Religio Medici
had a lease of a meadow
on the site behind
this plaque
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Science & Medicine. A significant historical date for this entry is October 19, 1682.
Location. 52° 37.83′ N, 1° 18.305′ E. Marker is in Norwich, England, in Norfolk. It is on The Close, on the right when traveling east. The marker is to the right of the gate leading into the car park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 21 The Close, Norwich, England NR1 1SR, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in East Anglia. Globally, it is on the Atlantic Ocean, in the North Atlantic Region, in Europe, in Atlantic Europe, on one of the British Isles, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Pull's Ferry (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Pull's Ferry House (about 120 meters away); Edith Cavell (approx. 0.4 kilometers away);
this page online
Also see . . . Thomas Browne (Wikipedia). Overview:
Sir Thomas Browne (19 October 1605 – 19 October 1682) was an English polymath and author of varied works which reveal his wide learning in diverse fields including science, medicine, religion and the esoteric. His writings display a deep curiosity towards the natural world, influenced by the Scientific Revolution of Baconian enquiry and are permeated by references to Classical and Biblical sources as well as the idiosyncrasies of his own personality. Although often described as suffused with melancholia, Browne's writings are also characterised by wit and subtle humour, while his literary style is varied, according to genre, resulting in a rich, unique prose which ranges from rough notebook observations to polished Baroque eloquence.(Submitted on October 31, 2026.)
Additional keywords. blue plaque
Credits. This page was last revised on October 31, 2026. It was originally submitted on October 20, 2026, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 12 times since then. Photo 1. submitted on October 20, 2026, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
