Uplifting stories for Norfolk and Suffolk
A fire and police station in Ipswich is to open its doors to the public this weekend. The family open day takes place at Princes Street station and will raise money for the Firefighters Charity, which supports firefighters and their families in times of need, and the Be Lucky Anti-Crime Foundation. The Be Lucky Anti-Crime […]
Food for Thought, the free family-friendly sessions aimed at helping residents learn new cooking skills, swap recipe ideas, and discover ways to eat healthy and nutritional food while also saving money; are to return to King’s Lynn. Lily, a service that is owned and managed by the borough council, is organising 12 weeks of interactive […]
The third Bayfield Hall Sculpture Trail this autumn features 40 artists, sculptors, musicians and makers in the beautiful gardens and grounds of Bayfield Hall near Holt. The trail is curated by Sarah Cannell with kind permission to use the private gardens and ancient chapel by Caroline and Roger Combe. An uplifting, inspiring natural space for […]
A journey through the British Isles in story, song and music with HUGH LUPTON Master Storyteller. Tales of trickery, magic, love & adventure within the shifting landscapes of England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales and exploring the dreaming of place. There will be ballads and songs from folk rituals and some with choruses to join in! […]
A brand-new event - staged at Stonham Barns Park earlier in the year - is being repeated on the weekend of 21 and 22 September to keep the creative and crafting vibe flowing in Suffolk. The Autumn Craft Market will be taking place to follow on from the Easter Craft Market which attracted ‘crafters’ from all genres from all […]
The Henham Steam and Country Show (formerly the Grand Henham Steam Rally) takes place on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd September 2024 at Henham Park, near Southwold. As well as offering a fantastic family day out with exciting displays, parades and attractions, visitors will once again be able to steer one of the show's steam engines […]
Award winning Norfolk producers and makers, the famous Sam Sharp to sharpen all your knives, blades and tools, plus the town's indie businesses, cute cafes, historic pubs and heritage to explore - including the stunning Wymondham Abbey, Wymondham Heritage Museum, Historic Norfolk’s Becket’s Chapel and Mid Norfolk Railway heritage line at Wymondham Abbey Station, it’s so worth a special trip, […]
40Fest will showcase the 40 Stories exhibition & celebrate 40 years of The Matthew Project. Food & refreshments The Matthew Project will be serving up a delicious BBQ, cream teas and hot & cold refreshments all day. Plus, they'll be joined by The Hope Coffee Co and Feel Good Ice Cream Co, who will be […]
The Ipswich Half Marathon returns on Sunday 22 September, offering an inclusive running event open to participants of all abilities. The event starts and finishes at Ipswich Town FC's Portman Road Stadium and will take runners on a scenic 13.1 mile route through the town centre, past Ipswich Waterfront and along the River Orwell. Whether […]
James Paget Hospital in Gorleston is looking for additional volunteer ‘befrienders’ to come and support patients, heading into the busy autumn and winter months. At a special Open Day being held at the hospital’s Louise Hamilton Centre on Wednesday 25th September between 11.30am and 5pm, anyone over the age of 17 who is interested in volunteering […]
Head to The Forum for a heart-warming introduction to Fotograf, where children in Uganda are given the opportunity to express themselves through the lens of a camera. Witness the creativity and unique perspective of these young photographers as they capture moments that inspire and move us. This in-person event promises to be a celebration of […]
Pensthorpe, the North Norfolk-based nature reserve, has announced a weekend filled with Flamboyance and feathery fun at its new Flamingo Festival! The exciting event takes place over the weekend of 28th and 29th September and aims to showcase the reserves flock of 66 Greater Flamingos. Families can enjoy a day full of themed fun with […]
