Weโre Anisa and Russell, the husband-and-wife team behind Norfolk Local Guide. Each week, we share whatโs happening in Norwich and across Norfolkโfrom hidden gems and foodie finds to family fun and seasonal events. Join our community and make the most of every week in this beautiful corner of the England!
๐๏ธ Heritage Open Days Starts Friday + This Week's Best Events
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Hello Norfolk explorers ๐ Summer's not quite done with Norfolk yet, even though autumn is creeping in. We spent Saturday at Reprezent Mural Jam on the Great Yarmouth seafront, watching street artists create murals right in front of us. If you missed it, you can still go and see the finished pieces. Reprezent has already confirmed next year's dates, 4-5 September 2027, if you want to get it in the diary early. Sunday's plans were a lot more energetic. Russell ran Run Norwich for the second time and beat his previous time, out among more than 8,000 runners (get a glimpse of it here). I marshalled this year and was touched by how many runners took the time to say thank you as they passed. Whether it's running, volunteering, or just turning up to cheer, please consider getting involved next year (date TBA). There's plenty happening for you this week too. Heritage Open Days is on across the county for the next ten days, and we've rounded up our picks for the best drop-in events, no booking needed, over on Facebook. Sandringham hosts its Game and Country Fair, and Brancaster Staithe fills with sea shanty singers for the weekend. Here's what else is happening across Norfolk this week โฌ๏ธ โจ What's Happening Around Norfolk This Week?๐๏ธ Norfolk Heritage Open Days (11 - 20 September) England's largest free festival of history and culture returns for ten days, with hundreds of venues, historic buildings and gardens opening their doors across the county. Some events need advance booking, so check ahead if there's somewhere specific on your list. Get more information here. ๐บ Tapfest (10 - 13 September) The Brewery Tap's biggest event of the year takes over with festival vibes, pop-up bars and live music for four days, alongside the widest beer selection the pub has put on yet. Get more information here. ๐ถ Brancaster Staithe Sea Shanty Festival (11 - 13 September) A free weekend of sea shanty performances at venues across the village, from pubs to the village hall and St Mary's Church, with donations collected for the RNLI and coastal safety charities. Dogs are welcome at most outdoor venues. Get more information here. ๐ช Wildfest (12 - 13 September) A grassroots two-day festival with live bands, craft beers brewed on site, street food and family entertainment in a relaxed, spread-out setting. Dogs are very welcome on leads, and camping is available for the weekend. Get more information here. ๐ฆ Sandringham Game & Country Fair (12 - 13 September) Two days of countryside pursuits at Sandringham Estate, with falconry, gun dog competitions, scurry driving and archery alongside a craft village and food producers. Dogs are welcome on leads. Get more information here. ๐ King's Lynn Classic Car Day (13 September) Over 200 classic and vintage vehicles line the Tuesday Market Place as part of Heritage Open Days, free to view with pre-booked exhibitor spaces. Get more information here. ๐ Eastern Festival (15 - 17 September) Three days of racing at Great Yarmouth Racecourse, including Gents Day and Ladies Day, with dress code competitions running alongside the racing. Tickets can be bought per day or as a three-day pass. Get more information here. ๐ญ Cromer Pier Show (27 June - 19 September) This is the final full week of the world's only full-season end-of-pier show, with singing, dancing, comedy and a rotating cast of guest acts at the Pavilion Theatre before the curtain comes down for the year. Get more information here. ๐ก Summer Circus & Water Spectacular (8 July - 13 September) The Summer Circus and Water Spectacular wraps up its Great Yarmouth run this week, with international circus acts building to the finale where the entire stage sinks into a pool for a synchronised swimming display. Get more information here. ๐ฅพ Walk Norfolk (12 September - 11 October) A month-long festival of guided walks led by volunteers and local experts, taking in a wide range of Norfolk landscapes and local history. Free places are available for children and carers on every walk. Get more information here. ๐ผ๏ธ Bayfield Hall Sculpture Trail (16 September - 18 October, Wed - Sun) This year's outdoor sculpture trail brings work from more than 45 artists to the grounds at Bayfield Hall, near Holt, open Wednesday to Sunday. Dogs are welcome on leads, and under 18s go free. Get more information here. ๐ Explore More Events Thereโs plenty more coming up: ๐September Events | October Eventsโ Need a Recommendation? ๐ฌ Stuck on where to go this week? Reply and tell us what you fancy, a beer festival, a walk, or a family day out, and we'll point you in the right direction. Until next time, happy adventuring! PS ๐งก If you're heading to Brancaster Staithe for the Sea Shanty Festival, it's worth combining it with a walk. Barrow Common nearby has good paths and plenty of wildlife to spot, here's our guide if you want to make a day of it.
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โNorfolk Local Guide
Weโre Anisa and Russell, the husband-and-wife team behind Norfolk Local Guide. Each week, we share whatโs happening in Norwich and across Norfolkโfrom hidden gems and foodie finds to family fun and seasonal events. Join our community and make the most of every week in this beautiful corner of the England!
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