A 15th century trading hall in Norwich, Norfolk. It was built by a wealthy merchant, Robert Toppes, who designed the first floor Great Hall as a showroom to impress visiting traders, while the ground floor rooms provided warehouse storage. The building was divided up after Toppes' death, and was host to several public houses in the 19th century. It has since been restored and developed.
Knightmare fans will recognise the Great Hall as the interior of The Crazed Heifer, a tavern first introduced in Series 4. It went on to appear in four seasons, employing such characters as Mellisandre, Motley, Ridolfo and Marta.
Dungeoneers were often guided out by Motley: "These here steps lead down into the dungeon."
Having already visited the Crazed Heifer in Level 1, Dickon returned in Level 2, emerging from a small doorway to find himself by the fireplace behind the stairs. A bowl of UPPERS came in handy.
The opposite end of the room was also used several times. Team 5 of Series 6 found Smirkenorff waiting for them here at the end of Level 1.
In Series 7 it was the classroom used for Hordriss' "Level 2 Academy of Magic", seen in the two winning quests.

Since 2015, Dragon Hall has been home to the National Centre for Writing. It is open to visitors three days a week (free entrance) and offers guided tours of the building once a month - see the website for more information. It is also available for hire.

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