Uplifting stories for Norfolk and Suffolk
Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery is thrilled to announce the exhibition Catherine Maude Nichols: Making her Mark, which opens on Saturday 29 June. Catherine Maude Nichols (1847-1923) was born in Norwich and lived all her life in the city. She was a prolific and gifted artist who was able to sustain a successful professional career, […]
A new free exhibition 'An Eye For Life: Photography by John Ferguson’ which celebrates portraiture, identity, and home will open this June at Christchurch Mansion in Ipswich. John Ferguson is an internationally established documentary, lifestyle, and portrait photographer who lives in Ipswich. His images tell stories which are approachable and intimate. This will be the […]
A brand-new exhibition, Woof: A Celebration of Dogs, celebrating our canine companion throughout time, is coming to Lynn Museum this autumn. Woof: A Celebration of Dogs will open at the Market Street museum on Tuesday 1 October. Through a diverse collection of objects and artworks the exhibition explores the different roles dogs have played in our […]
The second phase of the Sainsbury Centre’s ground-breaking series of exhibitions examining the highs and lows of drug cultures across the world opens this November. In September (2024), the Sainsbury Centre boldly launched a 6-month exhibition programme, seeking to address one of global society’s biggest questions, Why Do We Take Drugs? The opening two exhibitions […]
A new exhibition opening on Saturday 23 November is set to celebrate Ancient House Museum’s fascinating and eclectic collection – from a 100,000-year-old hand axe to a 1990s Skid Lid bike helmet, and anything and everything in between! A History of Ancient House in 100 Objects exhibition kicks off a year of celebrations as the museum marks the centenary of […]
Make a difference close to home and take on the Virtual 150-Mile Challenge! Walk 150 miles during February and March while raising vital funds for Big C and the Community Sports Foundation. Whether you stroll, hike, or power walk, how you complete the challenge is entirely up to you. With a suggested fundraising target of £150, […]
DigiFest is an annual celebration of digital creativity in Norfolk libraries throughout February. With free events for children and young people aged up to 16, there is something for every aspiring digital mind. Aiming to inspire the next generation of coders and creators, DigiFest forms part of Norfolk County Council's digital inclusion strategy and helps hundreds […]
A celebration of British wildlife photography from autistic artist, author and activist Alfie Bowen. Alfie offers an insight into his unique world through the camera lens. Time 10:00am - 5:00pm Price Free, no need to book. Please be aware that car parking charges may apply for non-members.
Following successful daytime 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; new evening ones are to start next week. Free food for thought supper sessions will be held at The Beacon, North Lynn Methodist Church, Losinga Road, PE30 […]
An event to explore the challenges for building a sustainable future will be hosted by the University of Suffolk as part of its topical Spotlight Suffolk series. Green Future – Hype or Hope? will be held at The Hold in Ipswich on Thursday 27 February and brings together a panel of experts to discuss the […]
Mary Anning (1799–1847) was an English fossil collector, dealer, and palaeontologist. She became known internationally for her discoveries in Jurassic marine fossil beds in the cliffs along the English Channel at Lyme Regis in Dorset. Tim Young will be discussing how her findings contributed to changes in scientific thinking about prehistoric life, as well as […]
The local mental health charity Norfolk and Waveney Mind is running its Walkies for Wellbeing fundraising challenge throughout March. The idea is that all participants commit to walking their dogs a set distance during the month – the charity suggests 50km, 75km or 100km depending on the dog’s size and the owner’s fitness levels. All […]
Following a successful event in 2024, the Big C glitter ball is back for 2025! It’s time to get the sequins on and join Big C for a glamorous evening of ballroom and Latin dancing with its ‘Strictly Big C’ fundraising event. Working with a talented group of dancers from Miller Dance Studios, supporters from a […]
DanceEast and Ipswich School of Dancing invite everyone to get dancing with the rest of the UK on Sunday 2 March, as part of the Let’s Dance national campaign. Initiated by Angela Rippon, Let’s Dance aims to inspire everyone in the UK to embrace dance as a way to improve their health, connect with others, […]
Don’t miss an exclusive evening with GOOD HABITS, as they take the stage at Yalm Food Hall as part of the new FOLK AT YALM event series. The regular concert series in Norwich, run by local folk musician, Georgia Shackleton promises an informal evening of food, drink and tunes for the folk music lover. One […]
Local businesses are invited to a business breakfast at The Norfolk Mead, Coltishall, on Wednesday, March 5th, from 7:30am to 9:45am (networking until 10:15am). Get ready for a morning of insights and networking, starting with "Confessions of a Professional Hacker – How We Stole the World's Most Sought After Product," a presentation by Danny Snelling […]
Annual art exhibition showing work by talented artists living in the East of England. The Spring Art Show gathers together an eclectic mix of artists working in a range of mediums and styles. See the diverse range of original artworks and prints, all of which will be available to buy.
‘Tales from the Motherland’ comes to venues in Norfolk and Suffolk. Following the success of last year’s The Hollyhock Trilogy fEAST Theatre has commissioned three more darkly comic tales from writer Rob John. Starring Barbara Horne, Dawn Finnerty and Robin McLoughlin, the new show brings you three funny but poignant stories of three mothers whose […]
Friday 07 March 2025 11:00am • King's Lynn Town Hall • £16 / Under 25s £8 BEETHOVEN – Piano Sonata No.8 Op.13 “Pathetique” CHOPIN – Mazurkas Op.33 SCHUMANN – Carnaval Op.9 Praised for his liquidity of sound and devilish performances, Lithuanian pianist Rokas Valuntonis has drawn admiration for his imaginative interpretations and striking virtuosity. He […]
Deep Rest, Deep Peace – A Yoga Nidra Journey, a one-hour group experience designed to provide you with the space to simply be. You will be guided within, accompanied by the sound of my voice. As your body drops into stillness, you will be invited into an openness of awareness, where all that arises is […]
Building upon the success of last year’s Tilted Women festival and our ongoing Women in Culture weekly discussion groups, LJ Hope Productions and NAC are excited to bring you The Tilted Women Festival Version 3. Come and celebrate the creativity of women; immerse yourselves in our weekend of workshops, conversations, true stories, spoken word, circus […]
A special event for women to mark International Women’s Day and raise funds for Women’s Aid, facilitated by Sam (Sam James Coaching) and Michelle (The Engaging People Company). Come together to share stories and space, and take part in practical exercises to connect with your inner confidence in our uplifting session on 8th March. Tickets […]
Illuminate Norfolk is a vibrant celebration marking 20 years of giving with Norfolk Community Foundation. Showcasing the transformative impact local charities have had on communities across the county, this milestone event will bring together charities, businesses, and individuals who have played a pivotal role in building a thriving Norfolk. Held at Norfolk Showground on 12th […]
Vindication Swim Thursday 13th March at 2:30pm Tickets £8, U16s £5 Watch an incredible true story about Mercedes Gleitze, a pioneering British woman in open water swimming. She was the first of only two people to ever swim the Wash, and her granddaughter lives in Norfolk! The inspirational true story of Mercedes Gleitze, who in 1927 became the […]
The Mayor of Great Yarmouth is hosting a charity fundraising Quiz and Chips evening at the Town Hall and has invited members of the public to attend. The fun event takes place in the Assembly Room on Friday, 14th March, and arrival is from 6.30pm for a 7pm start with tickets costing £15 per person. The […]
The Sainsbury Centre continues its series of investigative exhibitions in 2025 with a new programme which charts a course through the story of the world’s oceans and the precarious future they may be heading towards. Featuring contemporary art, historical paintings, ancient atlases and maps from across the globe, the season explores humanity’s enduring and complex […]
Wymondham Farmers’ Market is 25 and you’re invited! Come and discover our award-winning food and drink, local legends and all the artisan goodies your heart desires – from seasonal fruit and veg to freshly baked bread, outdoor-reared meats, pies, cakes, ceramics, and more. Come for the market, stay for a lazy brunch, coffee fix, or […]
Aspal Antiques at Stonham Barns Park is preparing to stage its fourth antiques fair on 15 March to showcase antiques, collectables for the home and garden including retro, vintage and other historical items. The Aspal Antiques Fair - which built on the success of its debut show three years ago – features a huge range of established and […]
Three great and popular gardens are opening for the National Garden Scheme this month. Why not take the family out and explore spring bulbs and the early blossom. Over on the east side of the county is East Ruston Old Vicarage which appeared on Gardener’s World last September. Not far from Aylsham is the lovely […]
Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse is delighted to present ‘Through the Microscope: secrets of Norfolk’s changing landscape with Edible East’, a new exhibition which sheds light on microscopic worlds to mark 400 years since the term ‘microscope’ was first coined. Opening on 17 March when the popular rural museum and farm re-opens for the new season, the […]
None of us knows what the future holds, but we can all be better prepared. In this thought-provoking and interactive evening, brought to you by Leiston Quaker Meeting, our host for the evening, Rachel Sloane, whom you may remember from BBC Radio Suffolk, will introduce two authors, each with an important story to tell about […]
The Mayor of Ipswich, Councillor Elango Elavalakan, will be hosting a Charity Ball on Friday 21 March 2025, in the Town Hall, Ipswich. The evening starts with a drinks reception in the Council Chamber at 7pm, followed by a three-course dinner in the Grand Hall of the Corn Exchange. The meal will be followed by […]
Get ready for a pawsome day out at Paws on the Pier, Cromer Pier’s exciting new dog festival on Saturday 22nd March 2025. This fun-filled event is set to be a tail-wagging good time for dog lovers, pet parents, and anyone looking for a unique event on the North Norfolk. The event will feature exciting […]
Norwich Philharmonic Orchestra Matthew Andrews - conductor Zeb Soanes - narrator James Mayhew - illustrator Programme includes Gaspard's Foxtrot, Jonathan Dove's setting of the children's book by Zeb Soanes. Zeb himself will be the narrator and James Mayhew will illustrate the story live on stage. Each performance lasts around 50 minutes pus a short interval, when […]
Opening on Saturday 22 March, a new display at King’s Lynn Town Hall, Surviving the Railway: Memories of Far East Prisoners of War, explores the experiences and legacy of the soldiers from the Royal Norfolk Regiment who became prisoners of war following the fall of Singapore in 1942. With the 80th anniversary of VJ Day falling on 15 […]
Visitors can explore new displays telling the story of Maharajah Duleep Singh and a new exhibition for the centenary of Ancient House as a museum called A History of Ancient House in 100 Objects. Both were funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Free for up for 5 people with a National Lottery Ticket or […]
Stonham Barns Park will be hosting its third model railway show in a few weeks’ time and - according to the organisers - The Model Railway Show on Sunday 23 March will be a huge draw for railway enthusiasts and visitors of all ages and interests. The show will demonstrate the amazing skill of a range of model railway hobbyists […]
Nigel Amies MA is a museum professional and regular speaker and will, in this illustrated talk, discuss how armies in the past have harnessed the relationships of trust between men and dogs in the pursuit of war. His focus will primarily be on how the British Army utilised dogs for the war effort in WW1 […]
One Self: The Creative Life of Colin Self is the first major retrospective of this remarkable artist in 17 years. Containing 130 works of art, it celebrates the boundless creative spirit of an artist whose dedication to the act of making spans over six decades. Encompassing his famous early work as a major figure in the […]
A crafting event - staged at Stonham Barns Park last year – is being planned again for this Spring. The debut Easter Craft Market attracted ‘crafters’ from all over the East of England and the plan is to stage an enhanced craft market to follow it this year. The Spring Craft Market will take place on the […]
