Uplifting stories for Norfolk and Suffolk
Inspired by the conservation of a wonderful Star Atlas from the stunning Long Gallery, this winter Blickling presents you with the stars! Explore star-filled rooms, wonder at the skies above as you explore the story of this special book. With light installations, family fun and games and a chance to help decorate the hall, this […]
There's magic, wonder and festive fun for the whole family this Christmas at Oxburgh Estate. You'll find twinkling lights and Christmas trees aplenty across the gardens, leading visitors along to Oxburgh Hall which will be brimming with traditional decorations that bring the ‘Twelve Days of Christmas’ to life. There will be a festive trail for […]
This year, Ickworth’s Rotunda will be decked out to follow the journey of the Earl-Bishop and his family as they toured the continent. Experience different modes of transport and immersive room decorations as the house is decorated to showcase different wintry scenes from around Europe. Explore the atmospheric ruins of Rome, climb the snow-capped Swiss […]
Christina Alden & Alex Patterson are multi-instrumentalists and songwriters from Norwich. Their music is rich with intertwining harmony, sensitive accomplished musicianship and a creative song-writing style that is both delicate and moving. Deeply inspired by the world around them, they have a keen environmental eye to craft stories with the natural world at its heart, […]
Remember in December St Peter Mancroft Church – Wednesday 4 December Big C Cancer Charity will be holding its annual ‘Remember in December’ service at St Peter Mancroft Church in Norwich on Wednesday 4 December. Join the charity for an evening of reflection, readings and Christmas carols. Whether you have had a recent bereavement, you […]
Creake Abbey hosts its award-winning Farmers’ Market on the first Saturday of each month (excluding January). There are over 50 stalls to choose from, offering fresh local produce including meat, fresh vegetables, fruit and flowers in season, cheeses, cakes, savoury and sweet tartes, pies, fudge, artisan breads, pickles, oils, vinegars, preserves, local wines & ales, […]
The popular Publishing Fair returns for Christmas! Drop in and explore the vibrant independent publishing culture of the East of England. Meet publishers and writers from the region, stock up on gifts, and enjoy short talks on the publishing industry. There will be festive refreshments and family-friendly activities to enjoy! You’ll also have the opportunity […]
CANCELLED Following its success last Christmas, Norfolk Cancer Charity, Big C, is holding its second Christmas fun run on Sunday 8 December at High Lodge, Thetford, raising funds to support local people affected by cancer. ‘Jingle Jangle’ is a fun run with a difference. All participants will be given a wristband with bells on, to […]
After storm Bert ripped through Norfolk and a whole host of festive events had to be cancelled. Popular nature reserve Pensthorpe, reschedules their market for the 8th December. The original market was planned to go ahead on Sunday 24th November, and is usually one of Norfolk’s largest festive markets welcoming the regions best makers, creators […]
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at St George’s Guildhall where a range of free festive family-friendly activities will take place on Sunday 8 December 2024. From 11am until 3pm there will be a range of free Victorian themed activities for families to enjoy: Take part in the Christmas pudding trail. Can you […]
A popular Christmas carol service returns to Mintlyn Crematorium on Tuesday 10 December 2024 at 7pm. The crematorium introduced this family-friendly carol service in 2018 and it has raised hundreds of pounds for charity. This year they will be supporting The Norfolk Hospice, Tapping House, as well as the Mayor’s charities. Guests will be invited to make a […]
An Evening with Richard Balls - Shane MacGowan's biographer A year after The Pogues frontman's passing, biographer Richard Balls will be at Pogue Mahon's in Norwich, on Tuesday December 10 for a talk and book signing, with music from The Donnybrooks who will be playing songs by The Pogues throughout the night. Free entry. A […]
