We’re Anisa and Russell, the husband-and-wife team behind Norfolk Local Guide. Each week, we share what’s happening in Norwich and across Norfolk—from 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!
Norfolk & Norwich Festival Is Here 🎭 And More Across Norfolk
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Hello Norfolk explorers 👋 I hope you managed to get out and enjoy some of the lovely weather over the Bank Holiday weekend. One of the highlights for us was the Costessey Fete and Fayre. The volunteers did such a great job, it really felt like one of those proper community events. If you’ve never been, you can check out our short video here to get a feel for it. Also, a quick heads up on bluebells this year. They’ve come out earlier than usual, and in some spots they’re already a bit past their best. If you’ve been meaning to see them, now’s the time to go. You can find our top recommendations here. Looking ahead, the big thing starting this week is the Norfolk and Norwich Festival. It’s always one of the highlights of the year, and even if you don’t have tickets, there are still plenty of events you can enjoy, including some that are completely free. Here’s what else is happening across Norfolk this week ⬇️ ✨ What's Happening Around Norfolk This Week?Norfolk and Norwich Festival (8 - 24 May) The Norfolk and Norwich Festival is the biggest event of the year in Norfolk. It's the flagship arts festival for the East of England, and includes an exciting programme of music, theatre, literature, visual arts, circus, dance and free outdoor events. Find out more about this year's festival here. Folk on the Pier Festival (8 - 10 May) Top names from the English folk scene will be performing at the Pavilion Theatre in Cromer. You can get discounted season tickets (until they sell out) or buy tickets for individual concerts. Get more information here. 1.3 East Cromer Fringe Festival (8 - 10 May) Over 100 performers will be taking over Cromer, with live music across five venues as well as dancers and buskers popping up around the town. It’s completely free and a great excuse to wander, dip in and out, and see what you come across. Get more information here. Hunstanton Fun Dog Show (9 May) This is not your typical dog show with some novelty classes and rosettes to 10th place. They will also have trade stalls, refreshments, and more. It takes place at the Glebe House School in Hunstanton. Get more details here. Dereham Day (9 May) Dereham Day returns with loads of activities and entertainment for everyone to enjoy. The Dereham Memorial Hall will be at the heart of the festivities, hosting tons of fun stalls, workshops, and live performances throughout the day. Get more information here. Lynn Chadwick at Houghton Hall (2 May - 4 October) Houghton Hall will host a major sculpture exhibition by celebrated British artist Lynn Chadwick CBE. Featuring 30 works from the 1950s to the 1990s, the exhibition includes some of his best-known sculptures as well as rarely seen pieces, displayed across the house and grounds. It will be the UK’s largest exhibition of Chadwick’s work in more than 20 years. Get more information here. 🗓 Explore More Events There’s plenty more coming up: 👉 May Events | June Events Need a Recommendation? 💬 Not sure what to do this weekend? Just hit reply and tell us what you’re looking for. Whether it’s a family day out, something different, or a quiet wander somewhere scenic, we’re always happy to help. 🧡 Until next time, happy adventuring! PS. This weekend is also Locals Weekend at Pleasure Beach in Great Yarmouth, which is a great way to save on a fun day out. You can find all the details here.
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We’re Anisa and Russell, the husband-and-wife team behind Norfolk Local Guide. Each week, we share what’s happening in Norwich and across Norfolk—from 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!
Hello Norfolk explorers 👋 We hope you're having a great week. Last weekend was all about chasing poppies for us! It's incredible how many amazing poppy fields there are in Norfolk this year. I think my favourite was the one by Kelling (pictured above), which has a sea view and where we were lucky enough to see a rainbow. The poppy field near Blakeney was also impressive, and there are too many around Courtyard Farm near Ringstead to count. We took so many photos that we're still sharing them...
Hello Norfolk explorers 👋 We hope you're having a great week. If social media is anything to go by, it feels like everyone in Norfolk is talking about the poppies right now. We haven't made it there yet, but it's firmly on our weekend plans and we'll be sure to report back. In the meantime, we've included a photo from our visit last year to the Sandringham poppy field. Of course, there's plenty more happening across the county too, from vintage festivals and carnivals to circus performances,...
Hello Norfolk explorers 👋 We really couldn’t have asked for better weather over the Bank Holiday weekend. Ok, maybe it was a little too hot at times, but hopefully you managed to stay cool and enjoy some time outdoors. We spent part of the weekend at the Norwich Games Festival, which was great fun, and also got out for a riverside walk and another visit to Sheringham Park. The rhododendrons are still looking lovely in places, although this recent heat seems to have pushed some areas past...