RSPB Strumpshaw Fen, Low Rd, Strumpshaw, Norwich NR13 4HS Nature Tots at RSPB Strumpshaw Fen Running fortnightly from Thursday 28th of April to Thursday 21st July (term time only) 10.30am - 12pm Pre-Book £7 per session, Siblings £5, Pre-walkers Free (RSPB Members £5.60 per session, Siblings £4) + booking fees Telephone 01603 715191
Fire up the imagination and practise yoga through storytelling, games and fun! Family yoga sessions are all about enjoying yourselves together, cooperation, movement and mindfulness. Parents, grandparents, carers can come along and enjoy the journey together. In these sessions there will be partner and teamwork so be prepared to join in! Once a month on...
Five acres of dazzling ancient bluebell woods, the crowning glory of a spectacular mini nature reserve will be opened to all-comers for three special days over the Bank Holiday weekend. Entry to the open days at The Norfolk Bluebell Wood Burial Park, at Hainford, near Norwich, will be free - but visitors will be invited...
The annual Coltishall & Horstead Scarecrow Festival is back this May Day Bank Holiday! This year's scarecrow theme is Horrible Histories! We have some incredible prizes in the pipeline for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places, as well as The People's Choice Award – voted for by visitors on our Facebook page! Across the weekend you will...
Join us for our annual Steam Gala event this May Bank Holiday weekend. Enjoy visiting traction engines, narrow gauge railway locomotives and more! Please see https://www.bressingham.co.uk/.../the-2022-bressingham... for the full event details.
Come and see us onboard Norfolk Time on the Swan Green moorings at the Horning Boat Show. Step onboard for a glass of fizz and take advantage of some great show offers for your next cruise A fun filled day out for all the family
Join us in our canine fit carriages for a doggy day out. Dogs Travel free with a full fare paying owner. Each dog will be offered a homemade doggy bone when traveling. As well as doggy-themed treats on sale in the café for you owners.
Join us for an unforgettable tour journeying deep below Castle Meadow to discover the hidden history of Norwich. Hidden below Castle Meadow, between the market and the Norman Keep, you can discover the past of our Fine City, with its trades, houses and people. Ponder the myths of eerie prison cells, hidden streets and curious...
Martham Scarecrow Festival will be back this year for another fabulous weekend, 1st & 2nd May 2022. Families will be able to enjoy a village full of Scarecrows, Yarn Bombing, Garden/Garage Sales, entertainment, family treasure hunt & children’s Scavenger Hunt, family fairground, stalls and of course food, drinks and ice creams. Visitors will also be...
Visit your local not-for-profit animal sanctuary, Angelica’s Rainbow Sanctuary for four hours of fun, animals and activities for all ages! Activities include: -Sheep shearing (between 10am and 12pm) -Pony grooming -Small animal handling -Insect handling -Prize Trail -Tombola -Unique craft stall -Charity shop stall -Face Painting -Butterfly release -Refreshments And more! 50p entry (12months and...
Come see the Norfolk Wild Encounters Group with their magnificent Owls & other Birds of Prey. Also several fabulous Wildlife Artists, Filigree Face Painting & other stalls/displays. Refreshments for sale including the wonderful organic Wines from Substrata.
This meet is for bereaved families and their rainbow babies/children or bereaved siblings. A chance for the children to play together while we chat over coffee and cake. Befrienders are trained to offer support and provide a listening ear, or just come for the company. Labyrinth play cafe in Rose Lane car park, Norwich. 10:30am...
Norfolk Showground, Costessey, NR5 0TT Saturday 7th May 2022 The 2022 Inflatable 5K obstacle course has got even bigger, bouncier and better! There are three additional brand new obstacles - meaning you will tackle 32 gigantic obstacles - combined with five pumping music zones to motivate you around the course. With four different distances (2.5K,...
Norfolk Fire & Rescue Service runs a free 12-week Prince’s Trust Team Programme for young people looking to boost their skills and confidence to get into work, training or education. If you know someone aged 16-25, see if they want to join our Team! We are recruiting January learners right now. 2022 course dates Norwich...
Eaton Park, Norwich, NR4 7AU Saturday 7th May 2022 11.45am - 11pm There will be six top tribute bands to enjoy this year bringing you music from The Jam, The Police, Muse, Guns N' Roses, The Rolling Stones and headlining with The Killers. Adult tickets from £32.50 - £47.50 Child (10 - 17) from £25...
Part of Family Saturday community events with a programme of crafty workshops and circus performance. Get stuck in with a monoprinting workshop led by Donna Thompson and then to end the afternoon, explore traSh... a work in progress preview of @deliacircus brand new show. Plus usual circus workshop and food menu at The Drill House....
A great day out for all the family . Travel in style in the Heart of Norfolk by Bus, Coach and Train. Around 30 modern and vintage buses & coaches will be on display at the Mid-Norfolk Railway.
Mingle and socialise with other parents whilst little ones enjoy a Bounce and Rhyme session! RSVP https://norwich.mumbler.co.uk/mumbler-mingle-rsvp/
5 Ways of Wellbeing – £5 Day as part of World Mental Health Week In support of Mental Health Awareness Week 2022, and in partnership with Norfolk and Waveney Mind, we are inviting guests to connect with nature, with a special £5.00 entrance fee. Visitors will have the opportunity to take part in a variety...
RSPB Strumpshaw Fen, Low Rd, Strumpshaw, Norwich NR13 4HS Nature Tots at RSPB Strumpshaw Fen Running fortnightly from Thursday 28th of April to Thursday 21st July (term time only) 10.30am - 12pm Pre-Book £7 per session, Siblings £5, Pre-walkers Free (RSPB Members £5.60 per session, Siblings £4) + booking fees Telephone 01603 715191
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Norfolk & Norwich Festival our National Lottery Heritage Funded project Festival Forever present a volunteer led exhibition about the foundations of the festival from 13th May until 28th May. During the festival, entry to the museum of Norwich is free for everyone.
Funderworld Theme Park is coming to Norwich Showground from 13th May to 5th June open daily. Entry wristbands include 4h unlimited use of the rides, roller coasters and inflatable attractions, we’ve got everything you need for all the family to have a fun filled day! There are rides for all ages from the tea cups...
Norfolk and Norwich Festival 2022 officially launches with our opening ceremony Dominoes at 6pm! Get out into the city and watch this incredible 2km domino track. The route can be found on our website. Dominoes will be filmed by Eye Film and we're asking anyone who snaps their own footage to share it with the...
Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, Norwich, NR5 0TT Saturday 14th May 2022 Start at 10.30am or 10.45am Race for Life Pretty Muddy is a fun 5k muddy obstacle course. Scramble over the A-frame, crawl through the mud pit and have fun with your friends while raising valuable funds for life-saving research. Adults: £19.99 Young Adults: £19.99 Children: £10.00 Under...
An exclusive Saturday morning stay and play session for Dads and their little ones aged 0-4. £3.50 per child.
Air Giants present Unfurl as part of the Norfolk and Norfolk Festival. Unfurl is a garden like no other. Nature, art and technology have combined to create something spectacular. A dreamscape of interactive gentle giant robots made from fabric and air which tower up to 5 metres high. SATURDAY 14–SUNDAY 15 MAY, 2PM–5PM & 6PM–9PM
Join us at Ladybelt Country Park for a breakfast roll and a good cuppa! Fuel up for a leisurely stroll around the park or just enjoy the surroundings with a nice cup of tea or coffee. We'll be serving a selection of breakfast rolls, muffins, fruit, tea and coffee, as well as dog treats.
Looking for something to keep the kids entertained this weekend? Norwich Dad Walks is on at 10am. The event is open to dads and their children and will be very chilled. (Sorry, no mums, and no dads without kids). If you’re interested in coming along and want to know the meeting place send Dadvengers a message...
JOIN US this Sunday for a Free Family Sunday workshop on Mazes and Pathways!With associate artist, Francesca Cant, make a marble run inspired by the sculptures, buildings and walkways around university campus.Sunday 15 May | 11am – 12.30pm | Drop-in
Join founder of Baby Led Kitchen Jo Weston as she shares weaning tips from her new recipe and advice book 'Intuitive Weaning: For calm mealtimes and happy babies’ on Monday May 16th at 2pm. Babies and toddlers welcome, refreshments provided! Pre booking required, £14.99 which includes a copy of Jo's book 'Intuitive Weaning'.
FRIDAY 20 MAY, 4.00PM BLACKFRIARS' HALL A concert for children based on Nadia Shireen’s Billy and the Beast. Building upon the book’s heroic and hilarious tale, musicians from Britten Sinfonia deliver a magical, musical storytelling experience like no other. Age guidance: 5+ Duration: 60 Minutes Tickets: £8
Artists collaborating with 10 – 13 year olds in Norfolk have created Lost & Found Films of Norfolk – short films that tell the story of imagined fictitious events from the past, present or future of Norfolk. The films will be running in The Gallery, The Forum from 12noon – 5pm on Saturday 21 & Sunday 22...
Turn-up, kick-back and enjoy the Festival’s free fun family weekender featuring a dazzling array of the country’s finest new outdoor shows, make and do sessions, idyllic bar and delicious food offerings. Unwind with family and friends in the relaxed garden atmosphere… where you’ll find a little something for everyone! This year’s Garden Party sees 8...
RSPB Strumpshaw Fen,NR13 4HS Join our knowledgeable volunteers for a walk around the reserve, taking in the seasonal highlights and sights and sounds of the wildlife that calls Strumpshaw Fen home. This event will last for around 1 ½ to 2 hours, after which we hope you’ll stay and explore the rest of Strumpshaw on...
Come for a ‘walk on the wild side’ with us as we wander around NWT Thorpe Marshes on the lookout for wondrous wildlife. With brilliant birds, pretty plants and marvellous minibeasts all around, what will you spot on your wander? Meet at the pedestrian railway bridge at the end of Whitlingham Lane, NR7 0QA, which...
All activities and entry is FREE with a 24FT climbing wall! A free morning of trying out a range of sports and activities to find a new passion. Activities for children and adults with nearly 30 providers on site. Also, a free climbing wall and guest speakers with motivational talks including an ex-international track and...
Catton Park, Oak Lane NR6 7DB Sunday 22nd May 2022 An array of local makers and designers will be bringing their unique and quirky products for you to browse and buy. This beautiful 70 acre park on the northern outskirts of Norwich is open for all to enjoy at any time - wander through the...
RSPB Strumpshaw Fen, Low Rd, Strumpshaw, Norwich NR13 4HS Nature Tots at RSPB Strumpshaw Fen Running fortnightly from Thursday 28th of April to Thursday 21st July (term time only) 10.30am - 12pm Pre-Book £7 per session, Siblings £5, Pre-walkers Free (RSPB Members £5.60 per session, Siblings £4) + booking fees Telephone 01603 715191
For more May Half Term Events check the May Half Term page HERE For all Jubilee Events head to the What's On: Jubilee blog
Bradmoor Woods - PE32 1FB. - visit the website for a location map. Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th May 2022 10.30am to 5.30pm The Fairy Fair is a magical celebration of nature, designed for families with young children; it is run by the conservation charity, the Fairyland Trust. The Fair is all all about fun...
Wattisfield Community Centre from 10am until 1pm Platinum Jubilee Celebration event with fun and games for all the family, BBQ, Bar, Music, picnic - free entrance.
Meet some of nature's strangest and most beautiful micro monsters at this new parc. The Parc currently has four main attractions. Three large tropical invertebrate houses housing over 200 species. A gift shop for amazing gifts. Chrysalis Café for superb food with a butterfly picture gallery. Handling live invertebrates Pre-booking required online.
Norwich Puppet Theatre Featuring hand-crafted puppets, live music, songs and lots of joining in. Join Rosie as she learns of a magical secret hidden deep below the earth. Recommended for ages 3+ Tickets: £9
Learn about the wonderful wildlife that can be found in the dykes with experts on hand to help you tell your boatman from your beetle larvae.
