Uplifting stories for Norfolk and Suffolk
Opening on Saturday 20 January in Norwich Castle’s Colman Project Space, The Lost Estate is a richly evocative photographic series by acclaimed Essex-based artists Daniel & Clara. Specially commissioned by Norwich Castle, the set of six large-scale photographs explores the relationship between humans and the natural world through imagined narratives taking place in the gardens of a […]
In 2024, the Sainsbury Centre will investigate how we can know what is true in the world around us through a series of fascinating, interlinked exhibitions. The dynamic 2024 programme consists of five key exhibitions – ‘In Event of Moon Disaster’, ‘Liquid Gender, Jeffrey Gibson: I can choose’, ‘Rashaad Newsome: In the Absence of Evidence, […]
Gressenhall Farm & Workhouse opens its doors for a new season on Saturday 9 March with a new exhibition which tells the story of nursing history at the site. The result of a year-long collaboration between Norfolk-based textile artists, Connie Flynn, and a team of volunteer researchers, Making the Rounds is a moving exploration of 150 years […]
This family friendly exhibition takes a look at the long history of our relationship with dinosaurs – from ancient legends of mythical winged beasts in the deserts of central Asia to the creatures bought to life in Jurassic Park. Featuring detailed models alongside memorabilia and fascinating fossils and specimens from our own collections, Dinosaurium explores […]
Starting on Thursday 28th March, through to Tuesday 30th April, families can go on a historical journey throughout the walkways of Castle Quarter – Norwich’s leading social, leisure and entertainment destination - as they follow a medieval trail. To celebrate the transformation of Norwich Castle Keep, visitors will be tasked with searching out hidden historical artefacts around […]
Suffolk Libraries has welcomed Martin Scaiff as its new Environmentalist in Residence. Martin is the latest to join the Suffolk Libraries ‘In Residence’ project which offers artists the opportunity to explore and make work in collaboration with libraries over a six- month period. As an organisation funded by Arts Council England, Suffolk Libraries regularly works with artists […]
Time Horizon, one of Antony Gormley’s most spectacular large-scale installations, will be shown at Houghton Hall in Norfolk from 21 April – 31 October 2024, the first time the work will be staged in the UK. Featuring 100 life-size sculptures, the works are distributed across 300 acres of the park, the furthest away being approximately 1.5 miles […]
Artist Debbie Storey has returned to the Pennoyer Centre this spring with her exhibition ‘Wild Encounters’, which opened 22 April and runs until 15 May. Moongazer hares, wild horses and stags emerging from magical forests are just some of the animals that are hanging in the Centre’s Chapel. Debbie paints in acrylic, favouring their bright […]
Things are about to get tasty in North Lynn thanks to free food sessions being organised by the Lily team at the borough council. Food for Thought are 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. […]
In the year which marks 30 years since the official end of South African apartheid, when Nelson Mandela was elected as the country’s first Black President, Zimbabwean-born singer, musician and storyteller, Anna Mudeka, presents her UK tour of Mama Afrika: Hope, Determination and Song. The show is a moving and spiritual account of the life of the iconic […]
Head to the store for a weekend of events and experiences including: - Home Design Style Talks hosted by Home Design Stylists and influencers Jack Kinsey and Joanne Hardcastle from Interior Design Masters. The talks take place on Saturday 4 May at 11.30am and 1.30pm on The Balcony, Floor 1 - Summer Fashion Style Talks […]
Entertainment and events for Wymondham and surrounding areas have been given a welcome boost thanks to funding for That Little Norfolk Shop & Studio to deliver even more activities from its stylish new venue. Starting on May 4th, That Little Norfolk Studio will host a monthly Games Café where the venue will be open to […]
Colchester & Ipswich Hospitals Charity is inviting people to walk side-by-side with amazing NHS staff and take part in its popular Hospital Hero Hike. This year’s event will see participants start their challenge at Ipswich Hospital before enjoying a scenic 21-mile walk through picturesque countryside to reach Colchester Hospital. They will be supporting hardworking staff […]
What better place to enjoy the beautiful blooms of May than in a garden open for the National Garden Scheme. South of the county and opening for two consecutive days at the beginning of the month is Wretham Lodge, an inexpensive bank holiday treat for all the family. Sunday 5th May and Monday 6th May (11am-5pm) Wretham Lodge, East Wretham, […]
Stonham Barns Park – one of Suffolk’s premier leisure, holiday and retail venues - is staging its annual Motorcycle Show on Sunday 5th May - and it will feature around 2000 bikes and a whole host of attractions including the jaw-dropping Wall of Death! The show – for motorcycle enthusiasts everywhere - will feature award-winning sports bikes, café racers, […]
Blossom Day Monday 6 May 2024 - 10am – 5pm Price - Included in museum admission Suitable for : Recommended for all ages Celebrate Blossom Day with Gressenhall - an annual festival of fruit trees, flowers and food. Join in with some blossom-themed craft activities, pop by and find out what writer Daisy Henwood is […]
One of Norfolk’s most popular art groups is set to take over a Norwich venue for 206th exhibition. Norfolk and Norwich Art Circle will show more than 150 works by its members at The Forum in Norwich this May. The exhibition will feature new selected artworks and sculptures from members of the group in a […]
With a full programme for 2024 set to be announced in the New Year, Norfolk & Norwich Festival have announced the first shows to go on sale for next year’s programme. The Festival will run for 17 days from 10 May - 26 May 2024 with artists from around the world and across the region […]
Green-fingered residents are being invited to grab a shovel and help themselves to some free compost made from garden waste collected from bins across East Suffolk. A ‘Shovel It Yourself’ event is set to take place from 10am to 2pm on Friday 10 May in the car park at The Grove in Felixstowe. As part […]
A new play which vividly imagines three versions of our future, all impacted by the climate and nature crisis, will premiere at the Norfolk and Norwich Festival in May before embarking on a summer tour of the region. Phoenix, Dodo, Butterfly has been written by University of East Anglia-based dramatist Steve Waters (The Contingency Plan, […]
Suffolk’s treasured annual event returns, as the longest-running walking festival brings over 55 walk events to the county this spring. The Suffolk Walking Festival which kicks off on Saturday 11 May, takes place over two weeks and boasts a plethora of walks to suit all ages and backgrounds. Now in its 16th year, the festival is one of […]
On Saturday May 11th there will be a Harmony Health Retreat Day in St Peter's Church Hall, Sheringham, from 10.30am - 15.30pm. Kerry Radley, a Professional British Wheel Trained Yoga teacher, specialises in gentle yoga purposely designed to help heal back problems. Rejuvenate and revitalise your body with Pranayama breathing techniques; relax very deeply in […]
Enjoy the chance to walk around the Bishop of Norwich’s garden and celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Norwich branch of Samaritans. Taking place on Sunday 12th May between 1pm and 4.30pm will be a rare opportunity to enjoy the beautiful gardens and will be the first opening of the year. The four-acre organically run […]
Talk: Thetford Patent Pulp Ware Tuesday 14 May 2024 - 2pm – 3pm Price – £5 Per Person. Free for Norfolk Museums Service Passholders and Ancient House Friends. Suitable for: Adults Join Oliver Bone (Curator) to find out about this unique Thetford industry – Pulp Ware. Discover the process used to create pulp and its […]
Rendlesham Revealed, the Suffolk community archaeology project which uncovered a 1,400 year-old royal settlement of the East Anglian Kings in the Deben Valley, is being celebrated at a free event on 16 May at the Corn Exchange in Ipswich. The event is open to the public from 11am to 3pm, where excavated Anglo-Saxon objects and […]
This May Cromer will host its famous Crab & Lobster Festival, with a host of seafaring fun for all the family - and it is all set to get off to a cracking start with its opening concert. The return of the Festival’s Grand Opening Concert comes after a break of five years. The fabulous […]
Hear from the first Laureate for Storytelling, Taffy Thomas MBE, as he presents his Storytellers Supper at the Food Museum on Friday 17 May as a special addition to the East Anglian Storytelling Festival. Launching the festival of stories, music and dance with Food Museum flair, the Storyteller’s Supper offers a rare opportunity to experience […]
Exhibition: SUNLIGHT: Roger Ackling Saturday 18 May – Sunday 22 September 2024 Opening times : Monday to Saturday, 10am – 4.30pm, Sundays, 1pm – 4.30pm Price - Included in museum admission Suitable for: All ages SUNLIGHT is the first major survey of the work of British artist Roger Ackling (1947-2014) and the most significant exhibition […]
Explore kindness with Norwich Theatre’s latest take part activities Norwich Theatre’s take part activities are part of Creative Matters: Kindness Through Creativity, with workshops in partnership with Norfolk and Waveney Mind and fun-filled creative activities for the May half term. Creative Matters: Kindness through Creativity is a year-long season that will explore how creativity and the […]
Join Beauty experts for make-up and skincare inspiration and enjoy a glass of fizz. On the night there will be mini treatments, showcase of seasonal products as well as customer favourites. Tickets are £5 which is non-redeemable To book your place visit the Beauty department at John Lewis Norwich.
WiFi Wars on Saturday 25 May is a live comedy game show where everyone plays along. Log in with your smartphone or tablet and compete in a range of games, puzzles and quizzes to win the show, and prizes! Hosted by comedian Steve McNeil (team captain on UK TV's hit comedy/gaming show "Dara O’Briain’s Go […]
Forty Farms offers a unique insight into the everyday lives, fears and hopes of 40 extraordinary farmers, through photography, products, film and words to create an immersive experience. In March 2020, British Life Photographer of the Year and Cumbrian farmer, Amy Bateman embarked on a journey to record the stories of Forty Farms in the […]
The Food Museum, Stowmarket, is celebrating bread and baking with Bread Week from 25 May-2 June. Visitors will follow the journey a loaf takes as it’s grown, milled, proved, baked and eaten at the museum through an array of exciting interactive activities and experiences. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the museum’s beautiful 18th century watermill […]
May Half Term – Discover the Power of Pollination Come and be a pollen explorer at Pensthorpe this May Half Term. Follow the ‘discovery trail’ on the reserve with our map and crack clues to learn more about how birds, bees and other insects help with the pollination process. Did you know - moths are the […]
A picturesque and popular open garden scheme is set to return to a south Norfolk village next month as it celebrates its 20th year. Topcroft, near Bungay, has been hosting its open garden event since 2004 and this year the event takes place throughout the village on 26th and 27th May. Topcroft Open Gardens annually […]
On the Beach - Dementia friendly performance by Spare Tyre Theatre Monday 27 May 2024 - 11.30am – 3.30pm Price - Included in museum admission Suitable for : Adults On The Beach is an intimate and interactive sensory experience for 6 – 8 people living with dementia and their carers, created by participatory theatre company […]
Castle Quarter is set to host a free fun-filled day for visitors this May half term with the rare chance to meet alpacas, miniature horses, tortoises and many more animals. It’s the latest in the centre’s ongoing programme of family-friendly and free events. Taking place on Wednesday 29th May between 12pm until 4pm, anyone can head to […]
Norwich Games Festival (NGF) is returning this summer, after a four year break! The Festival promises three days of amazing events, workshops, talks, and free interactive activities for everybody to enjoy! Presented by The Forum, in partnership with Norwich University of the Arts, NGF features lots of hands-on game play, including retro arcades and VR […]
Afternoon Talk - The Allied Landings on D-Day Friday 31 May 2024 - 2pm – 3pm Price – Adults £2, NMS Passholders Free. Suitable for: Adults Join Richard Knight, Battlefield tour guide and museum educator, for an artefact-based presentation on the story of the allied landings on D-Day. Booking is recommended as seating is limited. […]
