The centre’s huge success is largely down to the friendly and honest service that has been provided since it was opened in 1986. Originally built as a malting's in the late 1760s, the building has had many uses since, including as a morgue during the Second World War (we do have a resident ghost). Waterside Antiques is the largest antiques centre in East Anglia; it has a floor space of 10,000 square feet with more than 65 antiques dealers. There are 20 free parking spaces immediately outside the centre with a further 100 free spaces less than 150 yards away. Waterside Antiques stock items to suit all needs and pockets from Wade figures to 10ft high Armoires.