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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
The Autumn Festival of Norfolk returns with its vibrant and diverse programme this year, presenting a variety of specially commissioned events, including a tribute screening, dynamic dance performances, engaging conversations with renowned personalities, multicultural celebrations of music, and a theatrical production that will transport you back to 1930s high society. From drama and music, to […]
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 […]
Free display at Norwich Millennium Library documents 500 years of Black music in Britain following this year’s ground-breaking British Library exhibition. Inspired by the British Library’s Beyond the Bassline exhibition, Norwich Millennium Library will host a free panel display from 1st to 31st October throughout Black History Month to help tell a national story about […]
The Food Museum is delighted to announce the opening of Eat to Live or Live to Eat, a unique photographic exhibition by acclaimed art director and stylist Camilla Wordie, from 5 October 2024 to early 2025. This exhibition in the historic Abbots Hall Community Galleries highlights the intimate and joyful relationship people share with food, […]
Art exhibition exploring the narrative of Black Identity, by Mr James Bell and Miss Jacq Sempre - takes place at Norwich City Council (the Customer Care Centre, off Bethel Street), in collaboration with Norwich University of the Arts. Open 9.30am-4.30pm.
Malorie Blackman: The Power of Stories exhibition coming to Time and Tide Museum 12 October 2024 – 9 February 2025 This autumn take an inspirational journey through the career of one of the nation’s most important and popular authors, Malorie Blackman, in this touring exhibition from the British Library. From trials to triumphs, explore Malorie’s […]
Scaresville – The Haunted Village at Kentwell Hall, near Bury St Edmunds. Nightly from Wednesday 16th October until Saturday 2nd November (excluding Monday 21st October and Sunday 27th October) Enter the Scaresville Haunted Village at Kentwell Hall, near Bury St Edmunds for a live action, immersive experience for groups of 8-12 people. Inventive ‘scares’ have been created to […]
Opening to the public on Saturday 19 October 2024 at Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery, JMW Turner and changing visions of landscape places the work of arguably the world’s most famous landscape artist at the heart of an exhibition which traces the evolution of landscape art before and after this pivotal figure. On display until 23 […]
Chantry Place to host free ‘Chantry Jack crow hunt’ this October From Saturday 19th October until Sunday 3rd November 2024, Chantry Place Norwich will be hosting a free ‘Chantry Jack crow trail’ for families to enjoy, along with a spooktacular photo opportunity with scarecrow Jack! Families can pick up a free trail map from Langley’s on the lower ground floor then […]
Popular exhibition, Earth and Sky is returning for a third time to Wymondham Arts Centre this October! Norfolk favourites, Kerry Buck Artist Printmaker, Amelia Bowman and Toby Winterbourn will be exhibiting original collagraph prints, paintings and decorative metalwork alongside limited edition reproductions, cards, home and giftware. Come and be inspired and uplifted by their fun […]
Norfolk nature reserve, Pensthorpe, is set to transform into a Pumpkin filled land as it prepares to host its first-ever Pumpkin Festival over the October Half term. The reserve has previously offered additional Pumpkin carving in a small-scale way, but this year after much success previously is expanding this offering by creating a brand new […]
The upcoming exhibition at The Hold on Ipswich Waterfront is inspired by the much-loved animated film, THE SNOWMAN™ AND THE SNOWDOG, the sequel to Raymond Briggs’ classic picture book (published by Puffin) and film adaption THE SNOWMAN™. Produced under licence from Snowdog Enterprises Ltd (a Penguin Random House Company) and opening on Friday 25 October, ‘The Snowman™ and The Snowdog’ exhibition […]
Shug Gallery is proud to announce its debut exhibition following its rebrand: ‘GIRLS GIRLS GIRLS’ – A group show celebrating female artists, featuring: Citali Haro Clara A Emma Schwartz Eve De Haan Hannah Knox Karen Ösp Pálsdóttir Kira McCarthy Laban Mollie Campbell Monica Loya JI ZOU Sarah Cotton 김서연 Thérèse Mulgrew 26th October - 16th […]
4 Mums Talking Mags from Raymond James Quigleys Legacy; Jayne from Heart 2 Heart Norfolk; Michelle from MJ Training East Ltd; Sally from S&L Safe Cut Kits are collaborating as 4 Mums, and talking to provide FREE training and awareness sessions. Mags’ son, James, was stabbed to death, in broad daylight, just last year in […]
Do not miss this lavish festival Central Production, uniquely staged ‘in the round’ at the Hostry, Norwich Cathedral. This Autumn The Norfolk Actors Company will transport you back to the glory days of 1930’s high society Philadelphia. After being an instant Broadway success, Philip Barry's light comedy The Philadelphia Story was turned into the hit film starring Katherine Hepburn, James […]
Charity Art Fair Tuesday 29 – Wednesday 30 October In partnership with Lamberts, Big C is hosting a charity art fair, with an online art auction, art sale and exhibition to raise vital funds. With an eclectic mix of art, crafts and jewellery, come and browse the displays, make a bid in the auction or buy […]
The Food for Thought session in King’s Lynn on Tuesday 29 October will have extra activities for children during half term to encourage more families to visit the free family-friendly session. Lily, a service that is owned and managed by the The Borough Council of King’s Lynn & West Norfolk, has organised 12 weeks of […]
Norwich Theatre and Valid Productions are delighted to announce the brand new dance co-production CARLOS ACOSTA’S NUTCRACKER IN HAVANA, choreographed and directed by Carlos Acosta CBE, which will open at Norwich Theatre Royal on 1 November 2024 before embarking on a UK tour including a week-long run at London’s Southbank Centre in December 2024. NUTCRACKER IN HAVANA is a […]
Fawkes in The Walks, The Borough Council of King’s Lynn & West Norfolk’s annual free fireworks display, is back this Friday 1 November. The Walks, the beautiful park right in the centre of King’s Lynn, will be packed with stalls and rides from 6pm. There will be live music from Top Cover and headliners BEAR […]
The November Farmers' Market takes place on Saturday November 2, from 9.30am to 1pm, and celebrates seasonal ingredients, such as pumpkins, apples and walnuts, and a variety of puddings, preserves and pies. The Barn Café will be open from 9.30am.
Norwich Castle and Norwich Cathedral have teamed up to host this free special event, celebrating medieval England's second city. Discover two living history camps where you can meet costumed characters and enjoy hands-on activities. At Norwich Castle Green, visit a 14th century camp created by Norwich and Norfolk Medieval Association for arrow fletching, candle dipping, […]
One of Norfolk’s most established art groups is set to open an exhibition in North Norfolk next week. Norfolk and Norwich Art Circle will show more than 100 artworks by its group alongside eight original works by Sir Alfred Munnings at The Handa Gallery in Wells-next-the-Sea. The exhibition is the group’s 207th outing and will […]
One of the biggest contemporary art fairs outside of London returns to Norwich for its tenth anniversary. Art Fair East annually hosts artists, galleries and art dealers from across the world and, for the last nine years it has taken place in the spectacular setting of St Andrew’s Hall, in the city. With the historic […]
Get in the Christmas mood with a wide range of craft and gift vendors, a bar selling a wide range of drinks, catering on hand, and children's entertainment via donkey rides. Hosted in the heated renovated barn, it is the perfect setting for a cosy afternoon out with the family. Once done, you could also […]
DanceEast YouthFest is returning to the Jerwood DanceHouse on Ipswich Waterfront on Saturday 9th November, 1 – 5 pm. Now in its third year, this half day event is a celebration of all kinds of dance and movement, programmed by and for young people aged 14 – 25 years who live in and around Ipswich. […]
The author event with poet Rebecca Goss is part of Suffolk Libraries' annual Wild Reads programme run in partnership with Suffolk Wildlife Trust. Rebecca will be talking about her career so far and her book, Latch. The event will include a reading and the opportunity for the audience to ask Rebecca questions. Rebecca Goss’ poetry collection […]
Experience the magic of winter at Helmingham Hall’s Illuminated Garden Trail from 15th November to 18th December. The gardens will be transformed into a stunning world of light, colour, and sound, featuring new displays for 2024. Enjoy festive treats, cross the historic drawbridge, and toast marshmallows around fire pits. Browse the Stables Shops for unique […]
Date: Saturday 16 – Sunday 24 November Time: 10:30 – 16:00 Location: SPILL Think Tank This FREE exhibition/installation of specially commissioned portraits by renowned local photographer John Ferguson captures the faces and stories of those for whom the Ipswich Caribbean Centre meant something special. Shown alongside John’s photographs is a series of rarely seen archival […]
This Autumn as THE AFRICAN CHOIR OF NORFOLKwill mark four years since it was established by celebrating with more new songs with stories of Africa in the beautiful theatrical setting of NORWICH PLAYHOUSE. Let your imagination be transported to Africa with songs by the fire, near a river or under the African skies and be immersed […]
The countdown to Christmas has begun as Ipswich Borough Council announces the date for this year’s Christmas lights switch on as Sunday 17 November! From 4pm to 7.30pm in the heart of Ipswich on the Cornhill, this year’s celebration promises to be bigger and brighter than ever with a lineup of live entertainment for all […]
The countdown to Christmas has begun as Ipswich Borough Council announces the date for this year’s Christmas lights switch on as Sunday 17 November! From 4pm to 7.30pm in the heart of Ipswich on the Cornhill, this year’s celebration promises to be bigger and brighter than ever with a line-up of live entertainment for all […]
Join photographer John Ferguson, creator of the ICA Memories photographic commission, and Tony Powlett, an avid documenter of the Caribbean Club, in conversation with SPILL Artistic Director Robin Deacon. Together, they will share their knowledge and recollections of the ICA’s activities and communities, and their respective experiences documenting its vibrant history. Date: Thursday 21 November […]
Would you like to make your own festive wreath this Christmas? Why not head to Great Yarmouth Town Hall for an evening of wreath making at 7pm on Thursday, November 21. Tickets cost £25 per person and will include everything you need to create your wreath along with a hot drink and a delicious mince […]
Explore an indoor trail filled with imaginative decorations, animal illustrations and soundscapes recorded on Felbrigg Estate. Follow in the paw prints of two young wolves on a quest, through a series of ground floor showrooms. Encounter a mirror ball tree, a glittering fungi feast and frosty mountains as they search for Red, their pack’s […]
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 […]
The Christmas Craft Market will be staged again at Stonham Barns Park this year – but instead of the market being on one weekend it will span two – 23 and 24 November and 30 November and 1 December(from 10am – 4.00pm) to enable more visitors to start the festive season early with some Christmas shopping and activities. With […]
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 […]
This year's Festive Fair promises to be bigger and better than ever - packed full of Christmas cheer! The Festive Fair at The Forum attracts thousands of visitors each year. There will be East Anglian stalls galore selling everything from jewellery, pottery, textiles, woodcraft, glassware, art, preserves, calendars, cards, prints, Christmas decorations, chocolates, candles, cakes, brownies, […]
St Mary-le-Tower Church is set to welcome the community to its highly anticipated Christmas Tree Festival, marking the beginning of the countdown to the church's historic designation as Ipswich Minster on 19 January 2025. This festive event will shine a light on the church’s rich heritage, community spirit, and its future as a Minster for […]
In this illustrated talk, Ciara Farrell (head of the Culture and Heritage Department at the Kennel Club, London) will be discussing the domestication of dogs, their role as working animals and their transition, during the 19th Century, to being pets and companions. Booking is recommended as seating is limited. Friday 29 November 2024 - 14:00 […]
The National Trust’s Blickling Estate is preparing to wow visitors once again for its biggest annual fundraiser. Tickets are now on sale for the Garden of Lights trail, which will take place from Saturday 30 November to Sunday 15 December 2024. Visitors will enter down the spectacular front drive for an evening of colourful displays […]
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 […]
