Alice ~ Through The Looking Glass Open Air Theatre Tour Dates and Venues 2023

From the company that brought you their open air productions of  ‘Alice in Wonderland’, ‘Journey to the Centre of the Earth’, ‘The Jungle Book’ and the award nominated ‘Treasure Island’, Strange Fascination Theatre return this summer with a brand new adaption of Lewis Carroll’s classic children’s novel, ‘Alice ~ Through The Looking Glass’.

Join a troupe of professional actors as they take you on a journey into the delightfully strange world of the Looking Glass!

Full of colourful and funny characters, the story is told through original handmade puppets, audience interaction and comedy, with songs, jokes and all the whackiness and family fun audiences have enjoyed from the company in year’s past!

The show is approximately 1 hour and 30 mins with a 20 min interval.

Suitable for all ages, from toddler to grandparents.

Bring a picnic and dress up as your favourite character too!

 

Dates & Venues ~

JULY 22nd 1pm Catton Park, Norwich

JULY 26TH 5:45pm Holkham Hall, Wells-next-the-Sea

JULY 30th 2pm North Lodge Park, Cromer.

AUGUST 5th 6pm Plantation Gardens, Norwich

AUGUST 6th 1pm Hoveton Hall and Gardens, Norwich

AUGUST 12th 11:00am & 2pm Hunstanton Lighthouse

AUGUST 15th 7pm Thorington Theatre, Suffolk

AUGUST 19TH 1pm Carlton Marshes and Nature Reserve, Suffolk

AUGUST 24th, 2:30pm Newmarket Memorial Park

AUGUST 25th 2pm North Walsham Memorial Park.

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We are still adding events and activities that are on over Easter, so keep checking back!

If you see 2024 in the listing then you’ll know it’s been checked and updated for this year.

We are still updating the Bonfire events for 2023. PLEASE check with individual event organisers to make sure details are correct before attending as things often change.

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We are currently updating all of the May half-term holiday listings.  All the ones with 2023 have been updated for this year!

Keep checking back as we will be adding all the Summer events here as we find them.  To let us know about an event, use the contact form HERE.

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We’re always updating the October Half Term events, so keep checking back!

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We are currently updating all of the summer holiday listings.  All the ones with 2023 have been updated for this year!

Keep checking back as we will be adding all the Summer events here as we find them.  To let us know about an event, use the contact form HERE.

Little Groovers returns for a Christmas bumper special!

Join Laura at either 9.30am, 10.45am or 1.15pm for 45 minutes of moving, grooving, bubbles and festive fun! Think Frozen, Baby Shark, Disney and more.

Suitable for confident walkers to 5-years-old.

Plenty of parking and a super park on site, too!

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Horning Road, Hoveton, Norfolk, NR12 8JW
2024

Yippeee, the woods reopen for another WILD season for February half term

It’s a brand-new year at BeWILDerwood and the air is full of wishes! So, brush off those winter cobwebs and run WILD in our magical woodland.

Don’t worry about the brisk February air! You soon warm up scrambling through the Sky Maze and racing across the Broken Bridge, giggling those winter cobwebs away. You can even hop, skip and jump over to the Munch Bar for oodles of yummy hot treats… Ticklechin’s favourite is the Boggle Banger Hotpot, yum!

Buy one get one Freeee! Rediscover the woods with a soopa doopa Buy One Get one Free offer. If you have already booked they will be in touch and refund the free ticket.


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BeWILDerwood Summer 2021

BeWILDerwood Norfolk, Horning Road, Hoveton, Norwich, NR12 8JW

This summer holiday we are celebrating being outside and running WILD with our bestest friends and loved ones… the Boggle & Twiggle way! Twirl down to Storytelling and learn all BeWILDerwood’s BEST dance moves. Can you wiggle like a Twiggle? Will Swampy finally make someone laugh in a game of Boggle-butt? Wait, was that a teeny tiny Crocklebog I just saw zipping through the trees…?

BeWILDerwood is fantastic fun for a Summer’s day with soopa slippy slides and daring treetop climbs.


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Blickling Hall, Blickling, Norwich NR11 6NF

22nd July to 5th September 2023, 10am – 5pm.

Get ready for a Summer of Play at National Trust Blickling Estate!

22 July – 5 September, 10am – 5pm

Summer of Play is sponsored by Starling Bank. Create, explore, move, wonder, make-believe – try building dens and giant nests as you discover five play stations in the woodland and parkland. Head into the garden to discover stacks of possibilities to play all day – who can’t resist digging in the Walled Garden play patch? Join a game of cricket on Wednesday 2 August when Norfolk Cricket will be on hand share tips and tricks. Ever dreamed of being on stage? Now’s your chance to get dressed up to perform in the mini theatre! After oodles of fun, listen to a storyteller tell a tale or head to cafés for ice-creams, refreshing drinks and light meals – with colouring sheets while you wait.

Sensational portraits at Blickling Hall

22 July – 3 September, 11am – 4pm

Use your senses of touch, smell and hearing to learn about five of the portraits on display in the House and the lives these characters led here at Blickling. Discover what the silk and lace from Lady Constance’s dress feels like to touch. Smell the scent boxes to learn who enjoyed eating chocolate, marzipan and spiced wine. Listen to the sound of rapiers clashing and find out who died in a duel on Cawston Heath!

 


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Nowhere Lane, Lenwade, Norfolk, NR9 5PD

BugzUK is a unique attraction in Norfolk, being the largest all invertebrate zoo in the UK. See over two hundred incredible tropical insects from all over the world including millipedes, stick insects, scorpions, crabs, spiders and tarantulas and so many more. You can even book an hourly handling session where you will handle several large insects and other invertebrates which all the kids and adults always enjoy.

During holidays and weekends when we are at our busiest, it is advisable to pre book your ticket  and the handling sessions at www.bugzUK.com to avoid disappointment.

With plenty of informative wall boards and loads of large creepy crawlies to see all in their own glass tanks, there is something for the whole family to enjoy.

You can even buy your new pet when you visit, with all the accessories you need to keep it.

We also have a children’s play area and swings

Set in a woodland setting, we have a large butterfly themed affordable cafe and a fabulous gift shop on site with free parking. Dogs are welcome on the patio outside the cafe but cannot come into the parc.

 


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Bure Valley Railway, Aylsham Station, Norwich Road, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6BW

17th to 25th February 2024

All aboard the Teddy Bear Express!

This February half-term, hop on the Teddy Bear Express for a fun day out with the family. With every full fare-paying adult, two children (0-15) can ride for free! Keep your eyes peeled and see how many teddy bears you can spot during the journey.

To add to this themed event, our stations and cafe will be decorated and Teddy Bear lunch boxes will be available to purchase (not included in ticket price). Don’t forget to bring your favourite teddy along for the ride!

Trains will be running every day from both Aylsham and Wroxham stations. Pre-booking is advisable to avoid disappointment.

*when accompanied by a full fare-paying adult. Max 2 children (0-15 years) per adult.

PS. Don’t forget to bring your Teddy! 45 min Train Journey (each way)

 


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40-46 St Stephens St, Norwich NR1 3SH

Saturday 22nd July – Sunday 3rd September 2023

Safari Summer

Pick up a free trail map from Deichmann on the lower ground floor, then go on a safari and find 10 animal sculptures, including a giant hippo, lion, giraffe, elephant, panda and more. Once complete pick up a free goody bag offering a complimentary child’s ticket for free entry to Banham Zoo or Africa Alive Reserve with a full paying adult, as well as an animal medal or prize, and enter your details to be in with a chance of winning a family annual pass to Banham Zoo and Africa Alive, with an annual pass up for grabs every week.

Wild Wednesdays

Free animal themed arts and crafts sessions with Schoodoodle. There is a different theme every week and they will take place every Wednesday in the summer holidays. Children age 4+

26 July – Bird Masks
02 August – Tropical Tie Dye
09 August – The Lion’s Mane
16 August – Flutter Books
23 August – Safari Slot Animals
30 August – Snail Shell Quilling

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Fountain of Life Church, Swaffham Road, Ashill IP25 7BT

Wander through the atmospheric village streets and enjoy the sights, aromas and flavours of ancient Bethlehem. Then, come inside for our brand new family-friendly festive musical “The Storyteller”.

We’ve recreated an ancient nativity village, bustling with activity – in the Norfolk countryside! They’ll be live animals, kids competition, bread-making, taster stalls, kids craft activities, selfie-booth, fire pits, mulled wine and mince pies, games, music and traditional dancing, and lots more…

Then, come inside to join our fabulous cast for the band new festive musical, “The Storyteller.” A man has a gift… His gift is telling stories… Enchanting tales of life… About being lost and being found… About loss and love and everything in between, about the paths we choose…
Everyone has a story!

SATURDAY 10TH AND SUNDAY 11TH December
Matinee Performance | 4pm
Evening Performance | 7pm

Nativity Village Open | 4:30 – 7pm

BOOK YOUR FREE TICKET
https://fountainoflifechurch.churchsuite.com/events/ssnxjeak

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Blickling Estate 
28 November – 18 December 2022 | 4pm – 8pm*

(*Last entry slot 6.15-6.30pm)

 

Enjoy the colours, smells and sounds of Christmas at Blickling. Begin your evening visit through the magically lit walled garden, before discovering the Parterre and Orangery gardens illuminated with colour and light. Head towards the Temple for warming mulled wine, spiced apple juice, mince pies and gingerbread, or enjoy something more substantial from the outdoor food offers on the front drive.

Everyone (including National Trust members) will need to book tickets in advance for our evening Christmas event.

Members and non-members: Adult £14 | Child (5-17, under 5s free*) £10 | Family ticket (2 adults and up to 3 children) £42 | Family ticket (1 adult and up to 3 children) £30

*Children under five are free and do not require a ticket.


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14 Chapel Field N, Norwich NR2 1NY

Christmas 2023

The Garage Norwich has a ho-ho-whole lot of fun for families this Christmas. Ever wondered what happened to Pinocchio after he became a real boy? The Chapel Field North venue has reteamed with All-In Productions to reveal all in A Pinocchio Adventure from 14-24 December.

Disappointed with human life, Pinocchio gets in a series of scrapes as he toys with becoming a puppet again. It’s a magical musical adventure for ages 5-8 who may be too old for the fan favourite My First shows but not ready for a full-blown theatre trip. You woodn’t want to miss it. For ages 0-4 The Garage and All-In stage My First: The Night Before Christmas from 28 November to 31 December.

Can you help Lucy get ready for her Christmas celebration? There are the games to sort, presents to put under the tree, and musical instruments to pick up. Then there’s the unexpected guest who’s dropped in covered in chimney soot and his reindeer to race after. Sing, dance, and play in this interactive show – a great way to help a child’s development in those crucial early years of learning. It’s a fantastic, stress-free way to enjoy an hour with your grown-ups too.


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Christmas 2022

The Garage, 14 Chapel Field North, Norwich, NR2 1NY

Can you help explorer Lucy find the lost world of the snow globe?

Battle blizzards, sling snowballs, and dance with a yeti in this immersive journey into magic that’ll melt the frostiest snowman’s heart.

My First: Into The Snow Globe is an original interactive story from The Garage and All-In Productions for ages 0-5. Staged in their new sensory play space, you’ll be transported to another world of winter wonder.

Catch it at The Garage Norwich 15-31 December 2022.

They’re also teaming up for Operation: Save Santa at The Garage 9 December 2022-8 January 2023.

Ho-ho-NO! Santa’s in peril and only naughty and nice twins Seb and Flick can rescue him and Christmas for the world’s boys and girls.

Travel the world in 60mins in this feelgood family adventure full of thrills, fun and surprises for ages 5-10.

My First: Into The Snow Globe and Operation: Save Santa are part of The Imagitorium mini festival. Make some memories that’ll last this Christmas by unwrapping an unmissable, seasonal selection box of fun, family activities too. Visit thegarage.org.uk/the-imagitorium for more details.

You can also catch My First: Into The Snow Globe at The Workshop King’s Lynn from 3-7 January. Visit


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Horning Rd, Hoveton, Norwich NR12 8JW

28th March – 14th April 2024

Enjoy a full day out at BeWilderwood Norfolk this Easter!

Meet the Easter Bunny and find out what the Pesky Bunnies are up to at the Storytelling Stage! Craft your very own Bunny ears and hop around the woods! Bounce along the trail to find where those Pesky Bunnies have hidden their Easter Eggs! If you find them all you’ll win an egg-cellent prize.

Born to BeWild (under 92cm) Free / Almost WILD (92-105cm) £20.50 /  BeWILD Now (over 105cm) £22.50 / Still WILD (65+) £14.50

It’s the perfect day out for the whole family!
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Chantry Place, 40-46 St Stephens Street, Norwich, NR1 3SH

Saturday 23rd March to Sunday 14th April 2024

We are partnering with Orchard Toys to bring families a brand new trail inspired by THE WORLD OF PETER RABBIT™ this spring at Chantry Place. The Peter Rabbit World Trail event is free for families and will run at Chantry Place from Saturday 23rd March to Sunday 14th April 2024*.

The free Peter Rabbit Word Trail will be great fun for entertaining the children around the Easter holidays. To get involved, pick up the Trail booklet from Langleys or The Works at on the lower ground floor, before hopping off to collect letters and posting an entry in the postbox at Langleys.

All correct entries are in with the chance to win an Orchard Toys bundle of games and a £50 H&M voucher courtesy of Chantry Place. Plus, the first 3,000 children to do the trail will receive a free Peter Rabbit Word Trail badge.

Adding to the fun, every day of the trail, children (together with their families!) can play the giant Orchard Toys Peter Rabbit floor garden maze.

 


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All the Easter Egg Hunts

We’re compiling all the Egg Hunts we find onto one page HERE.

Let me know if I’ve missed any!

The 2023 Fairy Fair is on the 28th and 29th May and takes place at Bradmoor Woods in Norfolk. It is a  magical celebration of nature in spring and designed for families with young children by the conservation charity, the Fairyland Trust.  We use theatre and folklore to make learning about nature enjoyable.  Admission is by ticket only.

The whole event is designed for families with young children and combines nature, arts, crafts, theatre and magical folklore.  Many of the attractions and activities are free, and where there is a small charge this is specified on our web pages.

Find out more on our website.

 


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Saturday 21st October until Tuesday 31st October 2023

40-46 St Stephens St, Norwich NR1 3SH

Free ‘black cats and witches hats’ trail for families to enjoy, along with a spooktacular Halloween photo opportunity and Autumn-themed visits from the RSPB.

Families can pick up a free trail map from HMV or The Works on the lower ground floor then find the letters to spell a magical word, before posting their entry to be in with a chance of winning a prize worth over £150. The first 1,000 families to do the trail can also pick up a free trail badge.

RSPB will be visiting us on select days throughout October Half Term. See them on Tuesday 24th, Wednesday 25th and Saturday 28th October and enjoy their autumn-themed display.


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The Glorious Glowing Lantern Parade 2023

14th – 15th and 19th – 31st October 2023

BeWILDerwood Lantern Parade

Calling all WILD explorers to adventure through a magical light extravaganza! See the park in a spectacular new light and watch the story unfold as you journey through the woods and down mysterious paths exclusive to this event. Make marvellous memories as a family and not to worry if you aren’t the bravest Boggle – it’s spooky not scary!

Start your adventure at Hazel’s Hideaway where you can craft your own Boggle Bindle Lantern to help light up the woods, before embarking on a journey of terrific tales & magic…

Tickets must be pre-booked. The Parade has scheduled entry time slots from 6pm to 7.30pm. Tickets £12.50


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A Magical New Musical Show coming to Norwich Theatre this December

Heart of Winter

7 – 11 December

Stage Two

Looking for a  festive treat for little ones?

Heart of Winter is Lyngo’s magical new musical show which warmly celebrates family, friendship and the good fortune of finding the winter we really need and want…with the precious festive offering of lots of fluffy snow!

Christmas is coming and Sally can’t sleep – it’s far too hot! No-one can remember the last time it snowed, or even rained, and her father can’t sell any of his umbrellas. To help her sleep Dad reads her a story about the last snowflake. If only someone could find it and make it grow then everything would get back to normal. That night Sally has a dream that changes everything – a silver spark turns her bedroom into a white field where she meets the glowing heart of Winter.

Suitable for ages 3-8 and their families

Ticket Prices: £10 Adult and £8 Child

Trailer: Heart of Winter | Trailer


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Waterloo Park, NR3 3JD
25th July 2022 – 28th July 2022

9:30am to 12:15pm

£3 per day (day max £5 per family) or £10 for the week (week max £20 per family)

Looking for something to do in the school holidays? Come and join us for an epic week in Waterloo Park. We’ve squeezed fun into this week like Superman’s muscles into his lycra. Heroes Academy will be a mix of games, craft, Bible stories, drama, quizzes and challenges!


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Are you expecting a little one, or do you already have a little sprout at home? Join our bump, birth and baby fair for a day filled with all things pregnancy and baby-related.

Explore a wide range of products and services from local providers, and gain valuable knowledge about everything pregnancy, birth and parenting at Norfolk’s ULTIMATE Bump, Birth & Baby Fair. Discover everything you need to know for your growing family.

We have a range of free, interesting and informative talks to attend, and complimentary goody bags for the first 150 people. The event is breastfeeding friendly, with a quiet place to feed, along with an activity area for littlies, and ample free parking.

Exhibitors can be found on our website, along with the talks timetable. Advance tickets are £3 per 2 adults and under 16’s go free.

Tickets available from the website and Eventbrite.  You can also find us on FB and Instagram. We hope to see you there.


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Half term workshop for 12-17 year olds

SOUNDYARD, 132 Magdalen Street, Norwich, NR3 1JD
20th February 2024
10am-12pm

Future podcasters assemble!

Want to learn how to make brilliant podcasts? Join us at SOUNDYARD, a brand new podcast studio on Magdalen Street in Norwich – an inspiring and comfortable environment with industry-standard equipment, and a welcoming and supportive atmosphere.

Led by Sophie Little and Anna Perrott, both seasoned producers/presenters with decades of audio industry experience.

What’s in store:

– Work as a team to develop a killer podcast idea. Let your imagination run wild!

– Learn the ropes of podcast production and bring your ideas to life – from format and scripting to presenting and sound design.

– Experience the buzz of being in a professional podcasting studio. It’s where you’ll record and edit your amazing creation.

– Design artwork that reflects the mood and tone of your audio.

– Together with your team mates, you’ll listen to your podcast, and then take it home the link to download it – so you can treasure it forever!

Hot and cold drinks included. If you have allergies, please contact us to advise in advance.

SOUNDYARD is a step-free venue. For more information on its accessibility, click here.

 


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Christmas 2022

Christmas 2022

Norwich Theatre Royal, Theatre St, Norwich NR2 1RL

  • Jack and the Beanstalk pantomime
    • Saturday 10th December 2022 to Saturday 7th January 2023

Norwich Theatre Playhouse, 42 – 58 St Georges St, Norwich NR3 1AB

  • Room on the Broom
    • Wednesday 30th November to Sunday 4th December 2022

Norwich theatre Stage Two, Theatre St, Norwich NR2 1RL

  • Heart of Winter
    • Wednesday 7th to Sunday 11th December 2022

Call: 01603 630 000 to book.


Christmas 2022

Pensthorpe Natural Park, Pensthorpe, Fakenham, NR21 0LN.

Sunday 27th November 2022
10am – 4pm

Get into the festive spirit and find the perfect presents for all your loved ones at our annual Christmas market!

£2 entry
FREE entry for Annual Members and Under 16’s

North Norfolk Pole

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! We’re super excited that Santa has decided to set up his home here at The North Norfolk Pole from Saturday 17th December until Thursday 22nd December.

The perfect festive event to put the sparkle into Christmas early this year for children of all ages!

£7.95 per child (adults free), includes gift and entry into the grotto to meet Santa.

Grotto is accessible without entering the park
park and play entry not included with a Grotto ticket.

Tickets must be pre-booked in advance. More than one family will be seen per time slot; a helpful elf will take each family in one at a time to have an audience with Santa which will be managed on the day.


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The Rockland St Mary Community Cafe Goes To School Summer Event is on Saturday 22nd July at 11am – 5pm at Rockland St Mary School, NR14 7EU

Alongside our ever popular Community Cafe being held in our Brand New Party Marquee, we have a fantastic range of FREE Workshops to keep the children entertained:
Circus Workshop
African Drumming Workshops (pre-booking advised)
Animal Encounter Workshop with Bert’s Amazing Creatures
As well as our Inflatable Gladiator Duel, Glitter Hair and Face paints, Slime Making Stations, Craft Stalls, Raffle and Tombola!
Hot Dogs and Ice-Creams will be served in addition to our fantastic range of Cakes, Scones, Cream Teas and Pastries

Workshops are drop in but pre-booking is advised for the African Drumming as there is a limit on the amount of Drums. Keep an eye on our Facebook Event Page for more info or to book a spot www.facebook.com/rocklandforms



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21/10/2023 to 29/10/23

The Rockland St Mary Scarecrow Trail is back for 2023 and bigger than ever!
This Year’s Theme is ‘The Letter ‘M’ – slightly random but with an INCREDIBLE amount of possibilities. Who will you spot around the village? It could be anyone as long as they start with the Letter ‘M’. Will it be Mr Potato Head, Mike Wazowski, The Muppets, A Mummy, Mr Men, Super Mario, the list goes on!

This year’s trail takes place during half term so that the whole family can get involved. Saturday 21st October – Sunday 29th October.

Suggested donation £2 per map

Maps available for purchase from Rockland St Mary Post Office (NR14 7AH) or downloaded from our Events page from Saturday 21st October at 9am and donate via text:
Text SCARECROW to 70490 followed by your donation amount.
E.g. Text Scarecrow 2 to 70490 to donate £2
E.g. Text Scarecrow 5 to 70490 to donate £5
Texts costs your donation amount plus one standard rate text message

On Friday the 27th and Saturday 28th, FORMS are also hosting our Community Cafe at the Parish Rooms in Rockland St Mary (NR14 7ER) from 10am – 4pm. Why not pop in and treat yourself to a cup of tea and cake to break up your Scarecrow Hunting journey – Takeaways also available.

Cash and Cards Accepted inc Apple Pay

Please Park Sensibly – Parking Available at Black Horse Dyke (NR14 7ER), The Staithe – Opposite the New Inn Pub (NR14 7HP) Or sensible along the Street, Rockland St Mary allowing for passing places.

Don’t forget to ‘Like’ our Events page so that you can vote for your favourite Scarecrow! www.facebook.com/rocklandforms

The Scarecrow Trail is very kindly sponsored by Winkworth Estate Agents and all proceeds towards the Friends of Rockland St Mary School (FORMS – Registered Charity: 1109683



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Friend in Deed

Friend in Deed is a Norfolk based charity that creates friendship across generations through various intergenerational schemes. We aim to reduce loneliness and promote kindness.
We are supporting older people from afar and work with care homes and dementia units across Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex and Cambridgeshire.
We would love families to get involved by writing and posting letters, cards and drawings to reduce loneliness that care home residents face.
Please visit our website or FB page for more details.
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Storyhub with Grape Arts

Bookbugs and Dragon Tales, 41-43 Timber Hill, Norwich NR1 3LA

Monday 31st July – Friday 4th August
10:30-14:30
Free – must pre-book!

Storyhub is a free child-focused activity programme that will run from Monday 31st July – Friday 4th August 2023. Storyhub, run by Grape Arts, will provide a range of high quality arts activities led by local norfolk-based artists. Grape has partnered with The Feed to provide daily lunches during the program.
Grape Arts will transform the event space at Independent children’s bookshop, Bookbugs and Dragon Tales in Norwich City Centre into a space of play and creativity. Across the week children will explore the story ‘Where the wild things are’ by Maurice Sendak, through drama, games, storytelling, puppetry, movement and crafts. On Friday 4th August the children will share what they have created to a group of invited adults.

Storyhub is created for children aged 8-11 who qualify for free school meals. If you are unsure about whether or not your child is eligible for free school meals please apply and we will contact you via email.

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2023

If your child or young person is looking for some fun this summer, look no further than The Garage in Norwich. Spaces are still available for ages 8-18 to take part in its Summer Production of the musical Treasure Island from 7-19 August 2023.

Adventure awaits Jim Hawkins when he stumbles across a treasure map. But can the motley crew of the Hispaniola be trusted, especially the ship’s cook Long John Silver? The Garage’s D4Dance Summer School for those with a disability or learning difficulty returns 31 July to 2 August. Work together to create a unique dance piece with dance artist Hannah.

My First: Summer Holiday runs from 2-25 August. Collect shells and build sandcastles on the beach, set sail on a pirate ship, explore underwater caves and creatures, or take a trip to the sandcastle. Find out more at thegarage.org.uk/holiday-activities/.

Have you or someone you know been thinking of taking a dance, drama, or music class but don’t know what to sign up for? Summer term ends 17 July, or you can try before you before. The Garage’s taster sessions start from just £8.

 

Call 01603 283382, email info@thegarage.org.uk or pop by its Chapel Field North performing arts centre.


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Mini Monkey Gym Norwich are running fun themed family sessions for your babies and toddlers this summer! 3 weeks of special themed sessions to enjoy with your under 5’s.

Enjoy our soft playgym floor, themed songs and activities and lots of cute themed photo opportunities! 1 family ticket gets access for a parent with up to 2 children, under 5. SAVE £4 when booking access to all 3 weeks!

Wk 1:  24th-28th July – Roar Dinosaurs

Wk 2:  31st-4th Aug July – Under the Sea

Wk 3:  7th-11th August – Go Superheroes

Themed dress/clothes is encouraged in the sessions, but we’ll also have plenty of props to get you in the theme too so you can capture some special moments of your little one!

Sessions run everyday of the week at our Eaton park Community Centre, NR4, venue. We offer FREE parking within our centre carpark during the length of your session.

Limited spaces are available for non-members so go to our website asap to secure a place: https://minimonkeygym.co.uk/norwich/

Once you book in online we will contact you to book in a particular day/time for your sessions of your choice, dependent on availability.

Only £29 for 3 week access to sessions (saving £4 on single sessions of £11 each)

Come and enjoy all the magic of Mini Monkey Gym this summer and experience Norwich’s Favourite Baby and Toddler Developmental Classes for Under 5’s!

 


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Summerfest at Waterloo Park

Waterloo Park, NR3 3HX
22 – 27th July 2023

Community Fun Days FREE
Saturday 22nd 10-4pm and Sunday 23rd 12-4pm where we’ll have inflatable, face painting, prizes, competitions and craft! On Saturday there’ll be dancing, sports and a dog show at 2pm! Bring a picnic on Sunday and relax with more inflatables and games for all the family.

Summerfest Kids
Join our Secret Agents Academy Holiday Club in Waterloo Park for an epic week of adventures based in our secret headquarters, cunningly disguised as a marquee in the field next to the Pavilion. It will be a mix of games, craft, Bible stories, drama, quizzes and challenges, as we investigate who Jesus is and if we really need him.

For 4-11 year olds, Monday 24th – Thursday 27th July , 9:30am – 12:15pm. £3 per child per day.

Summerfest Parents Café – Each morning, during Summerfest Kids enjoy a cuppa, some space to sit and chat and a range of pop-up talks at 10am –supporting your family through the cost-of-living crisis, child mental health and other topics.

Summerfest Afternoons & Summerfest Nights – a series of free events for all ages Sunday 23rd – Thursday 27th July

Look at our website for more information


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We’ll teach you to teach your little one to swim. From lesson one, we’ll get your little one used to the sensation of the water, developing their natural instincts and transforming these into core aquatic skills.

There’s nothing more important than knowing that your little one has the ability to keep themselves safe. That’s why safety skills are at the heart of all that do and form a key part of every lesson.

All of our teachers have gone through an intense training program and they are the only ones who can gain Swim England’s highest qualification in pre-school swimming. And not only are they experts in their field, they’re also passionate, warm, dedicated, supportive… the list is endless.

Why should I take my baby swimming?

There are so many benefits to baby swimming lessons. Here are just a few;

  • Build their strength quicker
  • Enhance the bond between you
  • Teach them water safety
  • Give them life confidence
  • Develop their social skills
  • Accelerate their learning ability

 

We swim 7 days a week in Norwich and also have classes in King’s Lynn, Brundall, Lowestoft and Great Yarmouth!

 


01603 851 880
Twinkletwinkle@waterbabies.co.uk
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Are you and your children looking to make a difference against climate change this summer? Do you want to learn about the many different types of actions we can all do to affect our future? Do you want to meet some of the local groups, charities and artists who are already making the world better?

Join the Eco Expedition and learn how to take small steps that add up to big changes. Be part of the biggest adventure – we’re going to save the planet!

Over the summer holiday, the Norwich Eco Hub will send out emails containing quests – free, fun and educational activities. They’ll usually only take a few minutes and can be done at home or while you’re out for a walk through the city. From turning an old t-shirt into something new and writing a short story inspired by nature to going on a treasure hunt through the city, there will be something for everyone.

Sign up and start exploring the way to a healthier planet HERE.

The first quest will arrive by email on the 24th July!


ecoexpedition@norwichecohub.co.uk
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Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, New Costessey, Norwich, NR5 0TT

The Monster Club Family Halloween Show

Monday 23rd – Thursday 26th October 2023 2.30pm and 6.30pm

From its 2020 inception, The Monster Club has gone from strength to strength with their unbeatable blend of great Live Music, Performance, Dance and Circus. Combining to create a celebration of all things spooky, suitable for the entire family, so grab your little monsters and join us for an unmissable show this Halloween.

Whether Spectator or Spectre, you’re all welcome at the MONSTER CLUB.

Tickets £13, £11 Child and £12 concessions plus £1 booking fee and must be pre-booked.

You can call us on 01508 578817 or EMAIL 


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Bradmoor Woods, West Acre, Norfolk, PE32 1FQ

28th October 1.30-6.30pm & 29th October 12.30-5.30pm 2023

The Fairyland Trust charity presents “The Real Halloween” on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th October 2023. An outdoor, family-focused Halloween celebration with magical activities, storytelling at dusk & a lantern parade as night falls. Set in a beautiful woodland glade in the depths of Norfolk, this is Halloween as it should be.

Explore the woods, make a Real Broomstick, a Halloween Lantern, visit the Fairy King and Queen, get creative in the Witches’ Kitchen, try your luck at Halloween Games, and send a Pixie Post Office postcard.

Entertainment includes Oli Rimski on his pedal-powered piano, music from King Driscolls and PennyLess, Mr Pineapple Head’s hilarious show, Musical Toadstools, storytelling, plus walkabout silly Trolls, endearing Bats, and other magical folk.

If places are still available, you can make a Magic Wand, a Witches’ Owl, a Witches’ Bat, a Wizard Shield, or even join in with Witch or Wizard Training. These workshops can be booked when you buy your entrance ticket, and cost £3/ child (plus booking fee). Workshops are for children over 3 years old.

As dusk falls, listen to the telling of The Real Halloween story, before hundreds of lanterns are lit to join our special Animal Lanterns for a parade.

Information & tickets at www.fairylandtrust.org


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Winter Wonderland

EAST ANGLIA’S BEST AND MOST SPECTACULAR CHRISTMAS DESTINATION…GET READY FOR FESTIVE FUN LIKE NORFOLK HAS NEVER SEEN BEFORE!

We are super excited to be extending our portfolio of Winter Wonderland events into Norwich for what promises to be Norfolk’s most spectacular Christmas event

Yule find a huge undercover real Ice Rink, Bars, Game Stalls, Santas Grotto, Christmas Market Stalls and some of the UK’s biggest and fastest thrill rides, plus Roller Coasters and Family Fairground favourites.
With thousands of lights, giant canes and festive cheer, they’ll be know better Christmas atmosphere…Experience the magic of everything Christmas, suitable for all the Family!

Booking is not compulsory, you can pay on arrival, however we do recommended booking slots, especially for Ice Skating do sell out.

Find out more and book tickets visit the website.


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1st Cringleford Scouts Fireworks Display

Cringleford Scout HQ, The Recreation Ground, Oakfields Road, Cringleford, NR4 6XF

Friday 3rd November 2023

Gates open 6.30pm, bonfire lighting 6.45pm and two fireworks displays at 7:15pm and 8:15pm.

Adults £6 & Child £3. Card payments accepted at food, drink and glow stick stalls. Cash accepted at all stalls.

Tickets must be booked in advance at cringlefordscouts.org.uk

 

1st Spixworth Scout Group Firework Spectacular

Grange Farm, Buxton Road, Spixworth (opposite The Longe Arms) NR10 3PE

Saturday 4th November 2023 6-9.30pm

Bonfire lit 6.30pm, Two displays 7.15pm and 8.15pm, bring a torch but no fireworks or sparklers. BBQ, Hot & Cold Drinks, Games Stalls available on the night

Adults 14+ £5, Child 5-13 £4, Under 5s FREE

Abbey Days Easter Fair

The grounds of Wymondham Abbey, NR18 0PH

Saturday 6th April 2024, from 11am to 4pm

Children can enjoy a treasure hunt and take part in family-friendly games, crafts, and competitions.
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Abbey Days Summer Fair

Church St, Wymondham NR18 0PH

12th August 2023 11am – 9pm

Our summer fair this year is going to be better than ever with music, street food and a licensed bar until 9pm. Plus Rachel Evans and her Zumba team joining at 2pm for a dance event; “Make Play Connect” art session as well as over 80 stalls, well-being area and competitions.

 

Activate

Town Close House Preparatory School, 14 Ipswich Rd, Norwich NR2 2LR

Activate is an exciting, safe and structured multi-activity holiday programme for children aged between 4 and 14 years old. It is also open to children who are not currently attending Town Close School. Ofsted registered.

Contact 01603 620180 for more information.

Children may arrive from 8.30am onwards and stay until 5.30pm at no extra cost.

 

Adventure Cinema at Holkham Hall this Half-Term

Holkham Hall, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, NR23 1AB

24th October 2023

24th October 2023 Ghostbusters
Standard £15.50, Premium £21.50 + fees and tax
Gates open 5pm, film starts at 6.30pm
Set up your picnics and get comfortable, enjoying a specially curated soundtrack of music to enjoy before the film starts.
Film certificate: 12. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

25th October 2023 Hocus Pocus
Standard £15.50, Premium £21.50 + fees and tax
Gates open 5pm, film starts at 6.30pm
Set up your picnics and get comfortable, enjoying a specially curated soundtrack of music to enjoy before the film starts.
Film certificate: PG. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

26th October 2023 The Lost Boys
Standard £15.50, Premium £21.50 + fees and tax
Gates open 5pm, film starts at 6.30pm
Set up your picnics and get comfortable, enjoying a specially curated soundtrack of music to enjoy before the film starts.
Film certificate: 15. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

 

Africa Alive! Love Your Zoo Week

Africa Alive! White’s Lane, Kessingland, Lowestoft NR33 7TF

27th May – 4th June 2023

Get ready for an unforgettable experience as we invite you to join us for Love Your Zoo week during May half-term at Africa Alive! We are excited to take you behind the scenes and give you an exclusive look at what it takes to care for our amazing animals. You can meet and greet with our animal teams, learn about our conservation efforts from our experts, and participate in engaging behind-the-scenes experiences that offer access like never before.

Alice on the Wondertrain

Mid-Norfolk Railway, The Railway Station, Station Road, Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1DF

28th, 29th, 30th & 31st March 2024
Alice on the Wondertrain is an immersive theatrical live train experience, engaging audiences in a fantastical story to meet the array of marvelous characters from Alice in Wonderland as never before.

£15.00 per person/all ages

Treasure Island

Princess Theatre, Hunstanton  PE36 5AH

Thursday 4th April 2024 – 14:00

Bursting with Swashbuckling Pirates, Mysterious Mermaids and Dotty Dames, this hilarious show has all the fun-raising elements you would expect and is certain to be the highlight of your Easter holidays in Hunstanton.

Tickets £18 / Child under 16 £17.00 / Family of 4 (2 adults & 2 children) £58.00

 01485 532252

All About Dogs

Norfolk Showground, New Costessey, Norwich, Norfolk, NR5 0TT

Sunday 27th and Bank Holiday Monday 28th August 2023

Bring your dog to the Norfolk Showground for a weekend packed with exciting arena displays, expert advice, shopping and lots of have-a-go activities – and if you don’t have a dog, there’s plenty of fun for humans too!

Doors: 9.30am – 5pm

Parking: FREE

Dogs: Permitted on lead. Must have full and up-to-date inoculations and you must clear up after your dog.

Day Tickets available online:
Adults from £12.50
Children from £8.50
Under 5s free

Book at allaboutdogsshow.co.uk/norfolk/

Alpaca Afternoon at Castle Quarter

Castle Quarter Norwich

31st May 2023 12pm

Join us for an afternoon of alpaca fun. Meet the alpacas at Castle Quarter Norwich. You will find them on floor 3 on Castle Socials outside patio area opposite Norwich Castle. After you have met the Alpaca’s head inside to find street food and bar.

The StreetFood Box is doing free kids alpaca activities and crafts including a colouring competition.

Amazing Bubble Man Norwich Theatre

Norwich Theatre Royal, Theatre St, Norwich NR2 1RL

23rd October 2023 11.30am and 2pm

Louis explores the breath-taking dynamics of bubbles, combining comedy and artistry with audience participation and enough spellbinding bubble tricks to keep everyone mesmerized. From square bubbles, bubbles inside bubbles, fog-filled bubbles, giant bubbles, bubble volcanoes, tornados and trampolines to people inside bubbles, the Amazing Bubble Man conjures shrieks of laughter and gasps of amazement from all ages.

Approximately 65 Minutes with No interval

Ticket Prices: Adult – £15.50 & Child – £13.50

01603 630000

An Audience with Father Christmas at Holkham Hall

Holkham Rd, Wells-next-the-Sea NR23 1AB

9th, 10th, 22nd, 23rd December 2023

He’ll soon be filling his sleigh with gifts and on his way to Norfolk, and you and your little ones are invited to a very special Audience with Father Christmas at Holkham.

£35, under 1s free. 45 minutes, plus refreshments. Parking is included. Prosecco or soft drink and mince pie included

Arts and Craft Christmas Workshop

The Willow Centre, Willowcroft Way, Cringleford NR4 7JJ

22nd December 2023 10-12pm

Suitable from age 4, this festive arts and craft workshop will keep your little ones entertained for 2 hours, making at least 3 good quality products. I’m an experienced Art teacher and provide great opportunities for children to be creative in a fun and safe environment. Limited places and T&Cs apply. Book with Laserly Designs.

07855687383

Arts and Crafts Easter Workshop

Willow Centre, Cringleford NR4 7JJ

10th April 2024 10-12pm

Easter holiday arts and crafts workshop. 2 hours of making great quality wooden products to be proud of and take home.

£15 per child, book via Laserly Designs website.

Arts and Crafts Workshop by Laserly Designs

Willow Centre, Cringleford NR4 7JJ

8th August 2023 10-12pm

Looking to get your little ones creative and off their ipads? Join me, an experienced teacher, for 2 hours of fun arts and crafts where they will make 3 wooden products to be proud of and take home. I supply all the materials.

Book via website / 07855687383

Ascarium at Sea Life Great Yarmouth

Sea Life Centre, Marine Parade, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 3AH

14th October – 31st October 2023

Help our Sea Witch and Warlock look after their ocean home and fellow sea creatures by completing magical challenges throughout the aquarium. Will you be brave enough to step up and help complete ‘spook-splash-tic’ challenges and fill in your activity sheet as you go?

Pre booking essential. This event is included in standard entry.

Autumn Lights Firework Fiesta

Saturday 11th November 2023 4-9pm

Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, Norwich, NR5 0TT
Join us for a night of entertainment with DJ Ryan Swain and a live band. Enjoy the family funfair, tuck into delicious street food and finish the night watching Norfolk’s BIGGEST firework display.
Adult £15, Child (3-16) £5 and children under 3 FREE
https://www.norfolkshowground.co.uk/events/autumn-lights/

Banham Pumpkin Patch & Maize Maze

Applewood Countryside Park, Kenningham Road, Banham, NR16 2HE

14th-15th October 2023 10.30-4.30pm
21-22nd October 2023 10.30-4.30pm
23rd-31st October 2023 10.30-4.30pm (Half-term week)

We are very excited to announce that our Maize Maze will be opening for the duration of our Pumpkin Patch.

The Maize Maze is set in 25 acres around our pumpkin patch. we have cut the tracks nice and wide. so there’s plenty of room to pass.

We can’t wait to see you all.

Banham Zoo Love Your Zoo Week

Banham Zoo, Kenninghall Rd, Banham, Norwich NR16 2HE

27th May – 4th June 2023

Get ready for an unforgettable experience as we invite you to join us for Love Your Zoo week during May half-term at Banham Zoo! We are excited to take you behind the scenes and give you an exclusive look at what it takes to care for our amazing animals. You can meet and greet with our animal teams, learn about our conservation efforts from our experts, and participate in engaging behind-the-scenes experiences that offer access like never before.

Banham Zoo Norfolk Christmas Enterprise Festival

Kenninghall Rd, Banham, Norwich NR16 2HE

24th-26th November 2023

Banham Zoo is thrilled to host the Norfolk Christmas Enterprise Festival, a 3-day event that celebrates and promotes local Norfolk businesses, crafts, food, gifts, and local services.

Admission to charged at our standard admission rate, kids go FREE

 

Bank Holiday Fun Fair

Chapelfield Gardens NR2 1NY

24th August – 28th August 2023 12pm-late

Big rides, Children’s rides, games & refreshments

Barnham Broom Picnic

Barnham Broom Village Hall, Norwich Rd, Barnham Broom, Norwich NR9 4BU

Sunday 27th August 2023 12-4pm

A Bring and Share Picnic with Beer Tent, Games, Music and Stalls

Barracudas Holiday Camps

Norwich High School for Girls, 95 Newmarket Rd, Norwich NR2 2HU

With an unrivalled choice of activities, fantastic facilities, more Outstanding Ofsted ratings than any other comparable provider and a 5 star Trustpilot rating, Barracudas is an excellent choice for both parents and children alike.

Contact 01480 467567

 

Barton House Railway Easter Monday

The Avenue, Wroxham, Norwich NR12 8TL

1st April 2024 1pm-4.30pm

Barton House Railway is a miniature ride-on railway located in a spacious garden alongside the River Bure in Wroxham. It re-creates a traditional railway atmosphere where the whole family can enjoy the nostalgia of the golden age of steam with two ride-on railways, a working full-size signalling system and authentic tickets.

Cash Only site.

 

Barton House Railway Santa Special

Barton House Railway, The Avenue, Wroxham, NR12 8TL

Sunday 17th December 2023, 12pm – 3pm

A chance for the children to meet Father Christmas on the train in his Railway Grotto
and receive a named gift. Why not go First Class and enjoy a festive lunch in our diner.

THIRD CLASS Includes present for children, mulled wine & mince pie for adults £10 both adult and child
FIRST CLASS Includes Festive Lunch Adult £20 child (under 10) £13

Tel: 07749 806351

Base Dance Little Groovers Easter Boogie

Great Plumstead Village Hall, NR13 5AB

Friday 29th March 2024 9.30 & 10.45am

Think music & movement, fun props, action based songs & bubbles. Ideal for confident walkers – 5 years.

Base Dance Little Groovers Spooky Boogie

Thursday 26th October 2023 9.30-10.45pm

Great Plumstead Village Hall, Church Road, NR13 5AB

Think music and movement, fun props, action based songs & bubbles. Ideal for confident walkers – 5 years

£6 per child, £4 per additional sibling

Booking essential.

Beccles Carnival Weekend

Beccles Quay NR34 9BB

19th and 20th August 2023

We are delighted to welcome you to this year’s Beccles Carnival weekend including stalls, displays, dog shows, music and more.

Entry is £2

BeWILDerwood presents Christmas

Horning Rd, Hoveton, Norwich NR12 8JW

Selected dates 2nd – 22nd December 2023

A sparkly light & panto trail, new for 2023. For the first time, we’re bringing the magic of Christmas & BeWILDerwood together in our brand-new event. Tickets now on sale (August 2023)

£15.50 per ticket
Book online

Big Fish Little Fish Family Rave

Saturday 28th October 2023 2-4pm

Epic Studios, 112-114 Magdalen Street, Norwich NR3 1JD

Award winning Halloween family rave at Epic Studios with world class DJs, live percussion, stilt walking, giant balloons, amazing lighting, tents and tunnels, confetti cannons, bubble and snow machines, face and cake stalls. Fancy dress optional (but encouraged). See you on the dancefloor.

£11 adult, £8.50 child and free for pre-walkers
Visit website to book

Big Jubilee Lunch

SUNDAY, JUNE 5, 2022 AT 11 AM – 3 PM

City Hall, Norwich

Celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee at a traditional street party in the heart of Norwich.
Join the Lord Mayor at a 120m long picnic table and enjoy live performances on the steps of City Hall.
Bring your own picnic or try some delicious street food available on Millennium Plain. For younger guests, why not try your hand at some circus skills or making your own crown? This event is free to attend, and no booking is required.

Big Norfolk Festive Holiday Fun

Norwich
21st-22nd December 2023 and 2nd-3rd January 2024

Festive holiday activity programme for 5-16 year olds.

Sports & Leisure
Norfolk Hoopstars: City Academy NR4 7LP
Eastern Shotokan Association (ESKA): The Dojo NR6 6AX
Pav Fun Ball Academy FDC: Bowthorpe NR5 9ED
Norwich City Community Sports Foundation: Carrow Park NR1 1JE
Premier Education: Edith Cavell Academy NR2 3QB
Football Fun Factory: Sewell Park NR3 4BX
Riverside Leisure Centre: NR1 1WX
UEA Sportspark: NR4 7TJ

Creative Arts
Echo Youth Theatre: St Edmunds Church NR3 1SE
The Garage & Workshop: NR2 1NY
Sin Cru: West Earlham Junior School NR5 8HT
Limelight Theatre Company: NR3 2HY
The Oak Circus Centre: St Michael’s Coslany Church NR3 3AE
Norwich Puppet Theatre: NR3 1TN

Science & Nature
Mad Science Norfolk: The Norman Centre NR3 2QZ

Activity Days
Able2B CIC: Harford College NR2 2LN
Chapel Break OSC CIC: NR5 9LG
Henderson Trust: Cadge Rd Community Centre NR5 8DD
UEA Sportspark: NR4 7TJ

Visit the Active Norfolk website for times / dates and online booking

Billingford Fishing Lakes & Country Park

Kids go free, adults £5.

Billingford Lakes & Country Park Open Day

North, Elmham Rd, Billingford NR20 4RG

Saturday 26th August 2023 9am-3pm

Come along, meet the team and ask questions about our fishing lakes and nature walks. Lakeside café and play area available

All ages welcome

01362 788111

Bishop’s House Open Garden

Bishop’s House Garden, Saint Martin-At-Palace Plain, Norwich, NR3 1SB

The Bishop’s Garden is open again in 2023 to raise money for local charities, see below for dates & charities:

  • 23rd July 2023 – Hope into Action
  • 30th July 2023 – Maddermarket Theatre
  • 6th August 2023 – Friends of Norwich Cathedral

Gates will be open from 1pm to 4.30pm, last entry at 4pm.  Admission price is £5 per adult. Accompanied children under 16 years and wheelchair users are free. Assistance Dogs only.

Refreshments will be on sale.  Plant and some other sales using a contactless card, or ‘cash in bucket’, system will be operating.

Visit the Diocese of Norwich website to book

 

Bookbugs & Dragon Tales: Matty Long Draw Along

41-43 Timber Hill, Norwich NR1 3LA

20th February 2024 at 1.30pm (new time)

If you are a fan of Super Happy Magic Forest or Turbo Bunnies then you will be as excited as us to know that the one and only Matty Long will be hosting a Draw Along to celebrate the launch of his next book Croaky: Search for the Sasquatch on Tuesday 20th February at 1.30pm. This event is suitable for all ages so come and unleash your inner cartoon creature creator! Event costs £2.00 which can be redeemed against the cost of any of Matty’s books.

01603 964022

Kids Bop in the Park in Eaton Park

Eaton Park, South Park Avenue, Norwich, NR4 7AZ

Sunday 27th august 2023, 12- 4pm

MEGA KIDS DANCE PARTY featuring Live band & dancers & by the makers of ‘The Monster Club’
Singers, Dancers & Circus stars
Perfect for 2+ years featuring your Kids Fave Pop Stars & Characters – Disney, Little Mix, Trolls Ariana & Much More.
Kids Entertainer with party games & more
BALLOON ARTIST & BUBBLES
FACE PAINTERS
KID-ZONE – MORE Bouncy Castles and Kids attractions.

Paid for’ rides & attractions + All inclusive bounce wristbands (TBC)

EARLY BIRD TICKETS
Only £9.50 (3+years)
Adults & Kids 3 years and above all same price
Under 3’s (0-2 years) FREE

Visit website for bookings.

Half term at Norwich Millennium Library

Board Games for Families

27th May 2023 12:30pm-4:30pm

Come along and join in with some board games. An event for all the family. No booking required.

Bounce and Rhyme

3rd June 2023 10:30 am – 11:00 am

Songs and rhymes for babies, toddlers and their parents and carers. No booking required.

Bounce into Christmas

The Space, Roundtree Way, NR7 8SQ

Thursday 21st to Saturday 23rd December 2023

Book your session and bounce into Christmas with a 3 hour session of music, more than 10 different inflatables and a trip to Santa’s Grotto. There will be live music to get your feeling festive as well as a licenced bar, coffee and cakes, street food and snow ball fights to be had with the Naughty Elves.

Tickets must be booked in advance.
Children under 1 FREE
Children (age 1-3) £18.15
Children (age 4-13) £24.20
Adults £6.99

Search ‘Bounce into Christmas’ on Facebook

 

Brancaster Mussel Festival

The White Horse, Brancaster Staithe, Norfolk PE31 8BY
20-22nd October 2023

Brancaster Mussel Festival with Live Music all weekend.
No need to book

01485 210262

Breakfast with Rapunzel and the Miracle Maker at The Racecourse

Salhouse Rd, Norwich NR13 6LA

Friday 23rd of February, 9am – 11,30am

We are pleased to announce the return of our Princess Breakfast to The Racecourse! This year we have a new buffet style breakfast for children and adults! Our two hour party includes:
Exclusive entry and play in the FunFort
An Interactive Story
Sing alongs and dancing
Princess themed games
Photo and autograph opportunities
A buffet breakfast for each Child
A party bag to finish!

Tickets £14.95 per child. Book online
Recommended for 2 – 8 year olds. Children must be supervised and usual FunFort rules apply.

Breakfast with Santa at Sprowston Garden Centre

Sprowston Garden Centre, NR7 8RJ

2023

Tuck into a delicious cooked breakfast whilst your little ones play games and sing songs. Take the opportunity for a photo* with Santa before receiving a special gift and handing over those all-important letters!

Please note pictures are taken by parent or guardian and are not the responsibility of our team members.

All our sessions have limited numbers, tickets are £14.95 per child and £9.95 per adult.

Limited dates remaining, visit website to book.

Breakfast with Santa: Banham Zoo

Kenninghall Rd, Banham NR16 2HE

23rd and 24th December 2023, from 8.30am

£34.95 per child

Santa Claus is coming to town and making a special stop at Banham zoo for a magical breakfast which includes singalongs, story time and a tasty breakfast. Guests will be greeted by donkeys and an owl and will be able to enjoy the rest of the day at the zoo.
Children must be accompanied by an adult, standard admission charge to the park applies, and you must book in advance.

Breakfast with Santa: Brewers Fayre

Norfolk 2023
Broadland View 01603 307 610

Great Yarmouth 01493 806254

Oaks 01603 428 640

Every Saturday & Sunday in December plus every morning from 18th-24th* December 2023

Start with breakfast and stay to meet Santa and receive a Christmas Cadbury® selection box. Book your experience today.

In our restaurants with PLAY AT areas, the Breakfast with Santa experience is £9.99 per child and includes 30mins of play.

At our restaurants without PLAY AT areas Breakfast with Santa experience is £7.99 per child.

*24th December is subject to a +£1 premium

Breakfast with Santa: Cock Inn Drayton

Cock Inn Drayton Norwich, 1 Drayton High Road, Norwich

16th December 2023 09:00 am & 23rd December 2023 10:00 am,

Our Breakfast with Santa have made a return with three dates available this year!

£10 per child this includes the breakfast and a gift from Santa!

01603 869598

Breakfast with Santa: Copper Beech Pub

Alex Moorhouse Way, Norwich, NR5 0JT

2023

The Copper Beech is magical at Christmas and a place to bring the whole family. That’s why our much-loved Breakfast with Santa events will be returning this festive season.

This year we’ll be running our Breakfast with Santa events on various dates throughout December, so please don’t hesitate to get in touch by emailing us copperbeech.norwich@marstons.co.uk or calling us on 01603 743489to find out more and get booked in!

Breakfast with Santa: Fizz & Fromage

Station Rd, Hoveton, Norwich NR12 8QJ

9th, 10th, 16th and 17th December 2023

01603 927171

Breakfast with Santa: Hungry Horse

SHOE MAKERS 1 The Lastings, Sandy Lane, Norwich, Norfolk

FIELDFARE Broadland Business Park, Old Chapel Way, Postwick, Norfolk

CHASE Newtown, Thetford, Norfolk

9th, 16th, 17th, 23rd and 24th December 2023

Make your little one’s Christmas even more magical this year and join us for an EPIC breakfast with Santa. See their faces light up whilst they enjoy our most be-yule-tiful of breakfasts, perhaps Santa Pancakes or our Christmas tree waffles with Father Christmas himself!

£8 prepayment per child is required in order to secure your booking.

Breakfast with Santa: Melsop Farm Park

Ellingham Rd, Scoulton, Norfolk NR9 4NT

8th, 9th, 15th, 6th, 19th, 20th December 2023 from 10am

Adults £8/children £10

Enjoy a delicious cooked breakfast with the man himself and when you arrive you will be greeted by elves who will take you to your table and Santa will mingle amongst the tables. The ticket price includes breakfast and tea or coffee for adults and breakfast, a glass of juice and a visit to Santa’s Grotto for youngsters which includes a present.

Breakfast with Santa: Notcutts

Daniels Rd, Norwich NR4 6QP

15th to 24th December 20234, 8am to 9.30am

From £13 per child, adult £7.45, two adults £12

Children can enjoy a fun-filled breakfast in the company of Santa and they will also receive a special gift. The children’s options are an English breakfast, beans on toast, scrambled egg on toast and cereal with toast and jam and adults can choose from a gardeners breakfast or vegetarian platter.

Breakfast with Santa: Rushcutters Arms

46 Yarmouth Rd, Norwich NR7 0HE

Saturday 9th, 16th and 23rd December 2023 from 9:00am.

Join us for one of our Breakfast with Santa events at Rushcutters Arms. On the Saturdays before Christmas, Santa Claus treats himself to a leisurely breakfast before he returns to the serious work of toy-making. And wherever Santa goes, his brimming bag of gifts goes too…

01603 435403

Breakfast with Santa: Taverham Nursery Centre

Fir Covert Rd, Taverham, Norwich NR8 6HT

19th-23rd December 2023

Magnolias restaurant are offering breakfast with Santa. £10 per child which includes breakfast.

Email to book: mgilding@taverhamnursery.co.uk

Breakfast with Santa: The Townhouse

Townhouse Hotel 18-22 Yarmouth Rd, Norwich NR7 0EF
Available on the weekend of 16th and 17th and 20th to the 23rd of December 2023 for £9.99 per person.

To visit Santa on the 24th December will cost £10.99 per person.

We’ve been in touch with Santa and have our breakfast dates for Christmas 2023 breakfast dates booked in with him! Between 9:00am – 11:15am, the kids get to meet Santa and fuel up from our Breakfast Deck with all their favourites, plus they’ll get a Fruit Shoot and activity pack.

 

Breakfast with Santa: Williams’ Kitchen & Explorer’s Soft Play

61a, YMCA Norfolk, Aylsham Rd, Norwich NR3 2HF

Throughout December 2023, 8-10am

£17.50 per person including soft play, all you can eat breakfast and a visit and gift from Santa for the kids.

Breakfast with Santa: Wyevale Garden Centre

Bressingham, Low Road, Diss IP22 2AB

23rd and 24th December 2023 9am

£10.95 per child, £5-£8.50

Your little one will be able to enjoy a delicious meal, enjoy festive fun activities, meet Father Christmas, receive a present and decorate their own biscuit.

Bressingham Steam and Gardens

Bressingham Steam and Gardens, Low Rd, Diss IP22 2AA

Fire Engine Rally
Sat 22 Jul 2023 – Sun 23 Jul 2023
We will be joined by the fire appliances from Norfolk Fire Museum. All of which will be on display within our main yard and lawn. There will be activities for children to get involved with including the Car Fire activity for children to squirt the fire hose ! (For small £1 donation).

Steam In Miniature
Sat 12 Aug 2023 – Sun 13 Aug 2023
Bressingham’s annual Steam in Miniature weekend has come around again where working scale models of steam locomotion are on show, ranging from the large and decorative engines used by fairground showmen and the travelling fairs to the more humble road rollers used to maintain the highways and by-ways.

Steam Portable Weekend
Sun 27 Aug 2023 – Mon 28 Aug 2023
Some interesting and rare portable engines have been invited some on public view for the first time. A line up of suitable vintage machinery will be belt driven off the engines to demonstrate what useful work can be done by them.

Book online, tickets from £16.99 (adult), £10.99 (Child 3-16), £2 (child 2-3), under 1s Free.

Broadland Ghosts’ Halloween Trail

Museum of the Broads, Staithe Road, Stalham, Norfolk, NR12 9DA

19 October 2023 – 29th October 2023: Monday – Sunday 10am – 4pm

Spooky family fun discovering some of the stories of Broadland’s ghosts.
Did you know St Benet’s Abbey is haunted or that two medieval knights do battle at Stalham Staithe, where the Museum is, each August?
Find out about these stories and more. Complete the trail and win a prize!
But watch out for the Wroxham witches! They have flown in and settled in. Can you put on a disguise to walk past?
Bring a picnic and enjoy our riverside setting. Dogs most welcome too.
Take a boat trip (£8 Adult, £4 Child), and do something different this half term.

01692581681

Broads Tours February Half Term

Broads Tours. The Bridge, Wroxham, Norfolk, England, NR12 8RX

Monday 19th to Friday 23rd 2024

11am and 2pm daily though half term

Pirates have commandeered the Cordon Rouge and have been seen flying the Jolly Roger on the Norfolk Broads. Rumour has it they’re seeking lost treasure on the Broads and they’re looking for crew to help them find it. So, what are ye waiting for, will ye take ye share of the booty or will ye be forced to walk the plank.

Featuring pirate themed decoration, children’s activity packs, fancy dress and commentary from our Pirate ship Captain “Flint”.

Trips last for 1.5 hours.

Tickets £13.50 for anyone over 3. £1.50 for under 3s.

Brunch with Santa: Marsh Harrier

158 Ipswich Rd, Norwich NR4 6DX

2023

It’s a busy season for Santa, but he’ll be stopping by for brunch at The Marsh Harrier on his way to the North Pole. You’ll find Father Christmas at our beautiful country pub where you can join him for a delicious brunch and plenty of fun before he hops back on his sleigh.

01603 507513

Bungay Beer and Music Festival

Bure Valley Railway at Christmas

Bure Valley Railey, Aylsham Station, Norwich Road, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6BW

Festive Express

2nd December to 24th December 2023

Enjoy a 1 hour experience from our Aylsham Station including festive treats, a 30 minute steam train ride and a visit to see Santa in his grotto.

Each child will receive a personalised present from Santa himself.

£22 for both adults and children

Bure Valley Railway: Kids Go Free August Bank Holiday Weekend

Aylsham Station, Norwich Rd, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6BW

26-28th August 2023 9-5pm

Families can round off the school summer holidays with a steam train ride from either Aylsham or Wroxham and up to two kids can travel for free when booked online using the discount code AUGBHKIDS23 at checkout.

Adult return £19, Children Free (max 2 per adult)

01263 733858

Bure Valley Railway: Kids Go Free October Half Term

Aylsham Station, Norwich Road, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6BW

21st-29th October 2023

KIDS GO FREE this half-term week! Children can also take part in a Halloween themed activity for their journey.

Our Whilstlestop Café will also be decorated and Halloween Lunch Boxes will be available to purchase (not included in ticket price).

01263 733858

Bure Valley Railway: Mince Pie Special

Aylsham Station, Norwich Road, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6BW

27th December to 3rd January 2023

Travel through the wintery countryside and receive a free warm mince pie from the Whistlestop café at Aylsham station.

01263 733858

Bush Adventures UK

Thetford Rugby Club, Mundford Road, Thetford IP24 1LZ

February Half-Term 2024

Join us for one of our fun filled activity days, 9.45am drop off for 10am start finish at 2pm.

19th February 2024
Warrior Day
Ages 10-16
Join us on an action packed warrior day

21st February 2024
Bushcraft Skills
Age 6-16
Step into the world of bushcraft and learnt the art of fire making, shelter building and camp fire cooking.

23rd February 2024
Bush Arts & Crafts
Age 6-16
Use natural materials to create a piece of art that showcases all that nature has to offer.

£35 per person

Busy Bees Childcare

Bignold Primary School, Wessex Street, Norwich, NR2 2SY

Busy Bees Out Of School Club – Holiday Playscheme 4 to 11 years.

We offer good quality, fun opportunities for chidren to play and learn before school, after school and within school holidays. We run easter and 4 weeks in the summer holidays.

Contact 01603 625721 for more information.

Byfords of Holt: Halloween Themed Afternoon Tea

1-3 Shirehall Plain, Holt NR25 6BG

23rd-31st October 2023

Halloween afternoon tea available every day between 2-5pm

Booking essential

Caisters Halloween Trail

King George V Playing Field, Allendale Road, Caister, Great Yarmouth

Sunday 29th – Tuesday 31st October 2023 4-8pm

Follow the Halloween trail around Caister and see how may spooky houses you can find or Trick or Treat 31st October only

Captain Calamity Easter SpEGGtacular

Sheringham Little Theatre, 2 Station Rd, Sheringham NR26 8RE

Monday 1st April 2024 2.30pm

Guinness World Record Breaking Captain Calamity has conjured up a great new show with all the craziness, magic, science and bubbles that you’ve come to love plus a large ice-cream scoop of awesome new stuff too.

Book via website, £8 per ticket

Castle Critters at Castle Quarter

White Lion Square, Castle Quarter Norwich

Tuesday 20th February 2024 12-4pm

Join us for an encounter like no other, meet an amazing array of bugs and creepy crawlies hosted by The Bug Parc. Let your creativity flow with our bug-themed craft workshop, as you craft and create insect-inspired masterpieces. Don’t miss the chance to learn, interact, and have a blast with this FREE event with The Bug Parc at Castle Quarter Norwich.

 

Castle Quarter Summer Holiday

100 Castle Meadow, Norwich NR1 3DD

24th July – 1st September 2023

Welcome to the Jungle, take the trail 24 July – 1 September  

Step out on a family exploration around Castle Quarter as you track down the exotic animal species that are taking shelter around all floors. Tick each of the animals off on a jungle trail sheet to record your rare sightings.

Meet Norfolk’s emergency services, Tuesdays throughout August, 12pm-4pm  

This is not a drill.  Norfolk’s Emergency Services are coming to Castle Quarter this summer, every Tuesday throughout August. Ask questions, try on uniform and learn lots about the incredible jobs they do to keep our communities in Norfolk safe and well.

  • 1st August       Norfolk Police
  • 8th August      Nars CPR Training
  • 15th August     Norfolk Lowland Search & Rescue Team
  • 22nd August    Norfolk Fire & Rescue Service
  • 29th August     Norfolk Police

Barbie visits Norwich – Saturday 22 July, 12pm-4pm

Barbie fans can meet their icon at Castle Quarter on Saturday 22 July, from 12pm – 4pm, with four 30-minute opportunities to pose for a picture with the world’s most famous doll:

  • 12pm = Level 1
  • 1.30pm = Level 2
  • 2.30pm = Level 1
  • 3.30pm = Level 4 & 5

The bugs are back! Tuesday 25 July, 12pm – 4pm

 Back by very popular demand BugzUK returns to Castle Quarter this summer, giving you another chance to go eyeball to eyeball with an amazing array of bugs and creepy crawlies.

Catton Park Lantern Parade

Oak Ln, Norwich NR6 7DB

Friday 20th October 2023 6.15pm (Parade starts at 6.30pm)

Bring your crafted lanterns, free event but donations appreciated. LED lights available in advance from Parish Council offices 9am-4pm for £1 each or on night at entrance. Glowsticks available at start of walk for small charge.
Burgers or sausages (£3.50) and hot drinks (£1) availble to buy near Buxton Lodge in support of the Scouts.

Dogs on lead welcome, no unaccompanied children, candles, glass or floating lanterns.

Cecil Gowing Infant School: Awesome August Stay & Play

Falcon Rd W, Norwich NR7 8NZ

Saturday 19th August 2023 1.30-3.30pm

Play based activities including playdough, construction, art & craft, inside and out. Refreshments and playkits on sale.

£5 for first child, £3 sibling. Babies and adults free (minimum entrance fee £5)

07760604440 to book.

Cecil Gowing Infant School: Summer BBQ

Falcon Rd W, Norwich NR7 8NZ

Tuesday 11th July 2023 3.15-5.30pm

Live music by Sons of Mark, Bouncy Castle, burgers & hot dogs, face painting, games, raffle, refreshments & ice-cream

Free admission, no need to book

01603 429564

Chantry Place at Christmas

For all the details, head to our blog.

Children’s Christmas Party

Cromer Parish Hall, 65 Church St, Cromer NR27 9HH

Sunday 10th December 2-5pm

All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult

Call 01263686999 to book

Norwich Cathedral

Norwich Cathedral, 65 The Close, Norwich, NR1 4DH

Look Up Family Drop In Sessions

24th October 2023 – 26th October 2023, 10-2pm

The theme is ‘Look Up’ encouraging everyone to make the most of all the beautiful things which could easily be missed as you travel around the building.

This is a drop-in event (no booking needed)

It costs just £2.50 per child which includes time in the craft area and a trail around the Cathedral.

Explorer Backpacks
Children aged five to 11 years old can enjoy finding out more about Norwich Cathedral with the help of our Explorer Backpacks. The bags are free to borrow and packed full of items to help children engage with the Cathedral.

 

Children’s Outdoor Activity Sessions

Three Rivers Pitch & Paddle, Gelderston

Saturdays: 30th March, 6th April and 13th April 2024 10-12pm

Bug hunting, den building, campfires, pond dipping & nature crafts! Ages 5 to 10 years old, £10 per session.

01508518638

Norfolk Wildlife Trust Summer

Norfolk Wildlife Trust, Bewick House, 22 Thorpe Road, Norwich, NR1 1RY

2023 TBC

Come and discover Norfolk wildlife as a family! Every event is enjoyable for all ages, making them a wonderful way for families to explore the natural world together. Family events vary in location and theme. Whether you are interested in marine wildlife, wetland wildlife or arts and crafts, there is something for everyone.

  • Wildlife Watch
  •  Dyke Dipping
  • Free family fun days
  • Coastal creations
  • Bespoke family days
  • Family membership helps to look after Norfolk wildlife

 

 

 

Christmas Alive: Scrooged Re-Worked

Fountain of Life Church, Swaffham Road, Ashill IP25 7BT

9-10th December 2023

Wander through the atmospheric village streets and enjoy the sights, aromas and flavours of ancient Bethlehem. Then, come inside for our awesome, interactive quality musical performance of “Scrooge Re-worked”

Nativity Village open 3.30-6.30pm
Scrooge Reworked Matinee 3.30pm & Evening 6.30pm
Evening Performance | 7pm

Book free ticket via website (£1 booking fee applies)

Banham Zoo & Africa Alive Reserve Christmas Experience

Africa Alive, Whites Lane, Kessingland, Lowestoft NR33 7TF

Banham Zoo, Kenninghall Rd, Banham, Norwich NR16 2HE

Selected dates 24th November – 24th December 2023

Prepare for an extraordinary Christmas Experience like never before! Take in the magic of the Christmas season at Banham Zoo, where enchantment awaits at every turn. Includes Entry to the Zoo, Embark on a Magical Journey Aboard the Winter Train, Meet Father Christmas in His Wild Workshop, Be Amazed by Our Brand-New Christmas Storytime Show, A Gift for Everyone.

Per person (3+) £24.95, Infant (2 & under) £12.95 Members and Winter Pass Holders £12.95, Carers Free

 

Christmas at Blickling Estate

Blickling Estate, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6NF

A Blickling Wild Winter
Saturday 2 – 23 December, 10am–3pm
William and Conzie invite you to explore an Arts and Crafts inspired home where the outside has come in. Animals have appeared throughout the house – helping them to prepare for Christmas Day.
Ticket prices for non-members:
Adult  £15.00 Child* £7.50 Family (1 adult, up to 3 children) £22.50 Family (2 adults, up to 3 children) £37.50
*Children under five go free and do not require a ticket.

Wild Winter After Dark at Blickling
Saturday 2 – Sunday 17 December, 5pm–8pm
Our biggest fundraiser of the year returns, this year with a wilder twist! Begin your evening journeying through the magically lit walled garden, before heading into the garden illuminated with colour and light. Listen out for the sounds of nature as you explore, take in the natural scent of the trees in the illuminated Arboretum and look out for tracks and footprints along the way – can you spot all the animals on your way to the festive Farmyard?
Ticket prices:
Adult  £16.00 Child* £10.00 Family (1 adult, up to 3 children) £32.00 Family (2 adults, up to 3 children) £44.00
*Children under five go free and but do still require a pre-booked ticket.

 

Christmas at Holt Garden Centre

Holgate Hill, Kelling, Holt NR25 7ER

Santa’s Grotto
9th, 10th, 16th, 17th, 21st & 22nd December 2023 11am – 4.30pm
Santa returns to Holt Garden Centre and his elves have been working hard to create the most enchanting experience for you and your family. Capture the moment you meet Santa and receive a special gift.
Ticket price is £14.99 per child, booking required.

Breakfast with Santa
Saturday 9th & Saturday 16th December 2023 9.30am-10.30am
The Garden Terrace Café
Join Santa and his elf at 9.30am for a very special breakfast, regaling stories of the North Pole and capturing the magical moment with a photo opportunity.
Ticket price is £12.99 per child, booking required.

01263 711574

Christmas at Roarr! Dinosaur Adventure Park

Roarr Dinosaur Adventure, Lenwade, Norwich, NR9 5JE

Sparkle at ROARR!
25th November – 23rd December 2023
Our Sparkle event will open at 4.30pm on selected dates, with free entry to the Park, where guests can step into Christmas, with activities including workshops, our award-winning Grotto Experience and a synthetic ice skating rink. Dippy’s Theatre will remain open into the evening, showing a festive film for when it’s cold outside.
*Please note all ROARR! play activities and attractions are not open.
01603 876310

Dippy’s Christmas Show at ROARR!
See the Christmas sparkle that Father Christmas has spread, helped by his friend Dippy.
Enjoy a Christmas Show at Dippy’s Theatre, ice skating, a gingerbread workshop and our usual attractions including Dinomite Indoor Adventure Play, Dippy’s Raceway and Valley of the Dinosaurs to name a few.
Plus, an audience with Father Christmas at an additional cost in Explorers.

Christmas at The Seagull Theatre

19-75 Morton Rd, Pakefield, Lowestoft NR33 0JH

A Seagull Christmas Concert
14-15th December 2023 2.30pm and 7.30pm
A packed show full of songs, dancing and comedy performed by our team of professional Seagull friends. Suitable for the whole family.
£15/£13

Santa and The Magical Key
22nd and 24th Decemer 2023 10.30am and 1.30pm
Join Buddy and Shine, two elves who embark on a magical journey to retrieve the key and save Christmas for everyone! Suitable for ages 2-9
£7

01502 589726

Christmas at Waterloo Park

Waterloo Park and Pavilion café – The Feed, Norwich, NR3 3HX

2023 Events

Sunday 26th November – Children’s Christmas Decorations
Upstairs 10-12pm and 1-3pm

Sunday 3rd December – City Gates Church carol singing
Bandstand 3pm

Saturday 9th December – St Luke’s Christingle
Main Cafe 3pm for oranges and cloves

Sunday 17th December – Friends of Waterloo Park Christmas Crafts
Upstairs 12.30-4pm

Tuesday 19th December – Christmas Mini Donks
Outside Cafe 1-3pm

Wednesday 20th & Thursday 21st December – Polar Express Hunt
Around the park for a prize

Friday 22nd December – Come and meet Father Christmas in the Grotto
2-4pm

 

Christmas Events at The Phoenix Centre

132A Mile Cross Rd, Upper Hellesdon, Norwich NR3 2LD

Tuesday 19th December 2023 2pm

Xmas Craft Day, free drop in session

Friday 22nd December 2023 4-6pm

Xmas Disco, free but booking needed. Please email bookings@thephoenixcentre.org.uk

Christmas Football Fun Camps

Sewell Park Academy, NR3 4BX

Thursday 21st and Friday 22nd December 2023 9-3.30pm

Football Fun for Boys & Girls aged 5-12 years including a giant inflatable pitch and giant dartboard.

Book via website.

Christmas fun day at Whittingtons in Norwich

7 Frensham Rd, Norwich NR3 2BT

Saturday 25th November 2023 10-2pm

Meet Santa & his reindeers including refreshments, tombola, raffle, Christmas activities, letters to Santa.

Santa’s Grotto 10-2pm £5 per child including gift

Reindeer 10-2pm (Free no booking required)

Christmas Holiday Club at Sportspark

Sportspark University of East, Norwich NR4 7TJ

2023/24 Bookings now open – 21st December, 22nd December, 2nd January, 3rd January

Pricing from £33, see website for details.

Christmas Movies at The Goat Shed

Colton Rd, Honingham, Norwich NR9 5DJ

8th and 15th December 2023

Join us after school for a festive showing of The Snowman (8th) and Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas (15th)

Nestle into our cosy G.O.A.T Movie seating area and get ready to enjoy the countdown to Christmas. The G.O.A.T Movie seating area will be set up in The Goat Shed kitchen. Each movie will be projected onto the wall and has a capacity of 25 seats per showing. Each ticket reserves a seat for a child, with parents and guardians allowed to sit on the surrounding tables within The Goat Shed Kitchen. Seating is limited and reserved for children only, so please make sure that your child will be happy to sit on their own chair.

Tickets are for children over 3 years old and tickets are limited to 5 children per guardian.

Christmas Visits at Bressingham

Bressingham Steam & Gardens, Low Road, Bressingham, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 2AA

Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd December 2023
Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th December 2023
Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th December 2023
And daily from Thursday 21st December 2023 to Christmas Eve.

Christmas is always a magical time at Bressingham and is a very special experience for all the family. Under twinkling fairy lights, your Christmas visit to Bressingham includes a ride on a Steam Train on the Fen Railway for everyone both young and old, a festive spin on the Gallopers and a visit to Father Christmas, including a present, for children up to the age of 12 years.

Ticket prices including donation:
ENTRY ONLY (ANY AGE) £13.75
CHILD (3-12) with present £16.75
1-2 YEAR OLD WITH PRESENT £10.50
UNDER 1 WITH PRESENT £6.75
UNDER 1 NO PRESENT £0.00
CARER (Proof required on admission) £7.00
Must be booked online.

 

Church Farm Stow Bardolph

Church Farm, Stow Bardolph, Downham Market, PE34 3HT

30th of November to the 23rd of December 2023

All Father Christmas tickets include a full day’s admission to the Farm between 10am & 5pm, as well as visiting Father Christmas at your chosen timeslot. You can stay all day and enjoy everything Church Farm has to offer including:-
The indoor and outdoor play areas
Animal encounters & undercover petting pens
Our animals in traditional nativity scenes
Take your own photos on Father Christmas’s sleigh
Christmas gift shop (every day we are open) and mini festive market (weekends in December and during school holidays)
“Snow time” and lots, lots more.

All adults – £11.00 (when booked online). Children – prices from £15 (MUST be pre-booked on-line)

01366 382162

Cinema City Norwich Summer Kids Club

City Centre, St Andrews St, Norwich NR2 4AD

2023

Summer kids club, individual tickets £3.30 or kids summer bundle £5 including a bag of minstrels and a choice of baby popcorn or fruit shoot with your ticket.

Adults only admitted when accompanying a child.

Cley Harbour Day

Cley Quay By The Windmill

Tuesday 1st August 2023 3-9pm

Family fun day: live music, family entertainment, bar & delicious food, have-a-go canoe racing, best dressed pirate (under 12), walking the plank and much more

Free entry

Clifftop Fireworks at Hunstanton

Cliff Top Car Park, Lighthouse Close, Hunstanton, Norfolk, PE36 6EL

Saturday 4th November 2023

Doors open 5pm – Bonfire lighting at 6pm – Fireworks at 7:30pm

Fireworks are choreographed to music and accompanied by lasers. Entertainment and family fun includes Funfair, Hot Drinks, Children’s Rides, Mulled Wine, Stalls and Hot Food to accompany the fireworks display.

Admission Cars: £20 (7 people max) On foot: £7 adults, £3 under 16’s and over 65’s

Cookie’s Kitchen Christmas Bakes

Hinks Meadow, Kingswood Ave, Taverham, Norwich NR8 6GJ

21st & 22nd December 2023 10-2pm

Our most favourite time of year and our most favourite workshops, Christmas Bakes is a feast of festive yumminess. Your young chefs can looking forward to making some of our favourite festive treats to bring home and share with you or gift to the family. The workshop will also included a sprinkle of Christmas magic in our activities we’ll be doing whilst our goodies bake.

Lunch, snacks and drinks are included in the workshop.

Suitable for 5-10 years

07786271227

Cookie’s Kitchen Halloween Spootakular

Lincoln Hall, The Fairland, Hingham, Norwich NR9 4HW

23rd & 26th October 2023 10-2pm

Join us this October for a spooktacular cookery experience! Our young wizards and witches can look forward to brewing up a treat of spooky themed recipes along with some Halloween themed activities and crafting.

Suitable for 5-10 years

07786271227

Corton House Summer Fete

Brakendon Close, Corton Road, Norwich NR13 3BX

26th August 2023 12-4pm

Fundraising for our not-for-profit care home. Family fun day with plenty of games, stalls, music, alpacas, refreshments, raffle. Free entry and we’re keeping everything as low cost as possible.

01603 978007

Costessey Fete

Costessey Primary School NR5 0RR

30th July 2023 10-6pm

Fun fair, craft stalls, inflatables, Bucket List chips, disco, face painting, tombola, family games, glitter tattoos, fun dog show and much more

Free Entry, donations appreciated

Gressenhall

Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse, Gressenhall, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 4DR
Retro Revival, Sun 27 August
1940s-1980s themed fun for all the family
Visiteering sessions are running 1, 2, 3, 15, 16, 17 August, and are suitable for families with children over 8 and for adults.
Join us for family-friendly drop-in sessions every day from 22 July to 5 September (exc. 27/8) at 11am-12noon & 2-3pm:
Bug Hunting (Saturdays 22, 29 July & 5, 12, 19, 26 Aug & 2 Sept)
Cracking Crafts (Sundays 23, 30 July & 6, 13, 20 Aug & 3 Sept)
Object Handling (Mon – Fri from 24 July – 1 Sept)
Additional drop in activities:
Nature Lab (Tuesdays 8, 22, 29 Aug)
Storytime and Gallery Exploration – recommended 3-5 years (Wednesdays 10:30-11am)
Woodland Wednesdays – Forest School-style fun, recommended <12s (Wednesdays, 1-3pm)
Wood! Work! House! tours (Thursdays 27 July & 3, 10, 17, 24 Aug, 1-1:45pm)
(all drop-in activities are included with admission)

Creation Station Christmas Party

Horsford Village Hall NR10 3DN

18th December 2023 10-11.15am

Join us for our Christmas party where we will be having lots of fun experimenting with paints, making lots of mess with our sensory play and there will also be a lovely keepsake to take home that you will make and create together. Suitable for 6 months – 5 years. £10 per ticket.

Pre-book 07711770293

Creations Childcare

October Half-term

Poringland Primary school
8am-6pm for 4-11 year olds.

Great programme of events, sports, messy crafts, mini beasts and more. Get in touch for more info, limited spaces.

Contact 07552 045558 for more information.

Creatures of the Night

RSPB Strumpshaw fen, Low Road, Strumpshaw, Norwich, NR13 4HS

25th October 2023 5.30-8.30pm

Are you brave enough to venture into our woods in the dark? There’s nothing to fear, just the wonderful sounds of the creatures of the night. As night-time falls, venture out on a spooky family walk and get involved with some spinetingling nature-themed activities.

Booking required, prices £3.95-12.75

Tel: 01603 715191

Creepy Cruises on the Vintage Huntsman

Broads Tours, Wroxham, Norfolk NR12 8RX

21st-29th October 2023

The Vintage Broadsman will be transformed into the Vintage Hauntsman, a ghostly river trip boat for Halloween themed river trips. Featuring spooky commentary with the ghostly tales of the Broads by our River Trip skippers and trick or treat activity packs for Children this trip will be one to enjoy for the whole family. Trips last for 1.5 hours and run weekdays during October half term.

Adults & children £13.50 each.

Under 5s £1.50

Phone: 01603 782207

Cringleford Jubilee Picnic

SUNDAY, JUNE 5, 2022 AT 12 PM

Willowcroft Way Playing Field

Bring and share picnic on the Willowcroft Way playing field, next to the Willow Centre. Fun, games, and music.
Prizes for the best dressed royal on the day.
Car parking available.

https://www.facebook.com/events/554689809417163

Cromer Carnival 2023

Carnival Field, Runton Road, Cromer, NR27 9AU

Saturday 12th August to Friday 18th August 2023  (Carnival Day being held on Wednesday 16th August).

Featuring a Red Arrows display as well as plenty of kid-friendly games and entertainment.

Visit www.cromercarnival.co.uk for further information.

 

 

Cromer Pier at Easter

Cromer Pier

Wednesday 10th April 2024 11.30am

ALICE IN WONDERLAND

Children and adults alike are invited to join in the hilarity of seeing this classic story brought vividly to life in a show packed with comedy, music, audience interaction, and fun for the whole family! You’d be MAD to miss it!
£14 per ticket, book via website

Cromer Pier Christmas Show

Cromer Pier, The Promenade, Cromer, Norfolk NR27 9HE

25th November 2023 – 30th December 2023

Expect all the usual West End production values including our jaw-dropping 8-meter video wall delivering sensational special effects to a whole new level, alongside our much loved traditional scene sets and dazzling bespoke costumes.

Call 01263 512495

Crusaders Rugby Club Fireworks

Crusaders Rugby Club, Little Melton Road, Hethersett, NR9 3NP

Saturday 4th November 2023

Gates open at 5:30pm

Food vendors, BBQ, music, stalls, games & bar.

Adults £5, U18’s £3, Under 5’s free.

Dick Whittington

Pavilion Theatre, Gorleston-on-Sea
7 December 2023 – 6 January 2024

This brand new show from an all-new creative team takes you on a magical journey through the streets of London with Dick, his cat Tommy and our cheeky panto dame Sarah the Cook.

Adult £14 Children £10 Concession £12 Family £45

DigiFest at Norfolk Libraries

2024

DigiFest is a celebration of digital making in Norfolk libraries throughout February. With free events for children and young people aged 1-14, there is something for every aspiring digital mind. Have a go at stop-motion animation, 3D printing, basic coding with Lego, 3D pens and more advanced coding with a canine robot – just some of the exciting events coming to all Norfolk libraries in February 2024.

Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library, The Forum, Millennium Plain, Norwich NR2 1AW

Digifest: Fun with a Codeapillar
07 Feb 2024 – 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Digifest: Pyxel
10 Feb 2024 – 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Digifest: Fun with Code and Go Mouse
13 Feb 2024 – 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Digifest: Let’s Go Code
16 Feb 2024 – 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM

Digifest: Drawing with Artie (FULLY BOOKED)
20 Feb 2024 – 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Digifest: Adventures with Botley
28 Feb 2024 – 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM

Visit www.norfolk.gov.uk/digifest

Dippy’s Halloween Days at ROARR!

Lenwade, Norwich NR9 5JE
21st-29th October 2023
Get your spook on this Halloween and meet some of the original teachers who have returned in various forms to bring order, discipline, and a good solid education to the guests of ROARR! You will find 6 lessons to attend including Professor Bloodlust teaching history lessons about dinosaurs, Professor Crochet leads the dance classes with some ghostly tunes and other special Halloween activities. As well as our well-known spook-tacular attractions being open, including Valley of the Dinosaurs, Predator High Ropes, Dippy’s Raceway and Dinomite Indoor Adventure Play.

Book via website

Roarr! Dinosaur Adventure Park

Roarr! Dinosaur Adventure Park, Lenwade, Norwich NR9 5JW

It’s time to unleash your adventure at the UK’s best all-inclusive dinosaur-themed adventure park! Set across 85 acres of natural woodland, you can discover over 25 ROARR-some attractions and meet our popular dinosaur mascot Dippy!

DodoDinosaur Dinosaur Egg Hunt

Dereham Windmill, Greenfields Rd, Dereham NR20 3TE

Saturday 30th March 2024 10-2pm

We’re very excited that our new #extraoridinaryextinct Dinosaur Egg Hunt is coming to the heart of Norfolk this Easter! Tickets are just £3.50 per child and available to book via website.

Dotty Pottery

Dotty Pottery, White House Farm, Salhouse Rd, Norwich NR13 6LB

Come and see us this February Half Term for some crafty fun. With a wide range of ceramics for you to choose from there is something for everyone! You also now have the option of visiting us at our new studio at Wroxham Barns!

01603536526

Dotty Pottery: Baby Handprint Event

Dotty Pottery White House Farm, Wroxham Rd, Norwich NR13 6LB

Wednesday 26th July 2023 10am

Come and see us for a free baby handprint tile worth £5 for children up to 1 year old. There’s no obligation to buy, just come and see what we do! We will be booking 30 minute slots for the tile printing if you think you would like more please advise on booking.

01603536526

Downham Market Library: The Goblin King

78 Priory Rd, Downham Market PE38 9JS

Wednesday 26th July 2023 2pm

The Goblin King is a whimsical & interactive theatre production created for children aged 5-8 and their families.

Tickets £3 on the door or from No.8 The Old Bookshop in the High Street

Drayton Infant School Fireworks Spectacular

School Rd, Drayton, Norwich NR8 6EP

Friday 3rd November 2023

Gates open 6.15pm, First display 6.45pm and second display 7.30pm. Food and drink by The Bucket List, Phat Khao and The Shake Shack

Tickets £6, children 3 and under FREE

Drove Orchards Easter Egg Hunt

Thornham Road, Thornham Norfolk PE36 6LS

28th March – 1st April 2024 10-4pm

Start at any retail unit, £3 per hunt, join in the fun

Bing’s Nature Explorers WWT Welney Wetland Centre

Hundred Foot Bank, Welney Wetland Centre Station Road, Welney, Wisbech PE14 9TN

23 March – 2 June 2024

Learn all about wetland nature and wildlife with a little help from Bing and his friends. Join Bing and Flop to become a Nature Explorer with activity trails, storytelling, and much more.

Cost: All activities are included in admission ticket or free for WWT members. You can just turn up on the day or if you are not a WWT member and would like to pre-book:

01353 860711

EACH Egg-Stravaganza

The Nook, Pigot Lane, Framlingham Earl NR14 7PX

24th March 2024 11-3pm

Join us at our beautiful Norfolk hospice for our Easter Egg hunt. Along with our Easter Egg trail we’ll have stalls, refreshments, live music, face painting and be joined by Peter Rabbit.  Entry free, stalls and activities will be pay as you go and £4 per child for the Easter Egg hunt. Parking available but limited.

East Anglian Skating Team: Family Fun Skate

Framlingham Earl Sports Hall NR14 7QP

Sunday 14th April 2024 10-11.30am

Get your skates on & join our family fun skate with games, music and refreshments.

£4 per skater (cash): own skates required

Easter at Holkham

Holkham Hall, NR24 1AB

2024

Sunday 31st March – Wednesday 3rd April
Springtime Superheroes event, including trails in the Walled Garden and Holkham Hall, entertaining performances and stories, arts and crafts and lots more besides.

31st March, 1st, 2nd, 3rd April 11am-4pm
Mini Easter Feast in the Park

6-7th April 10-4pm
Spring Market

Plus Adventure Play Area (Open daily from 10am–5pm), Cycle Hire, Ropes Course, Nature Trail, Holkham Stories, Holkham Hall (open Sundays, Mondays and Thursdays 10am-3pm) & Walled Garden (open daily from 10am-5pm)

 

Easter at the Zoo

Africa Alive Whites Ln, Kessingland, Lowestoft NR33 7TF
Banham Zoo, Kenninghall Rd, Banham, Norwich NR16 2HE

23rd March – 14th April 2024

We have hidden eight giant animal eggs around the zoo but these are not your ordinary eggs! Uncover all our wild animal print eggs hidden throughout the zoo and see if your favourite animals are hatching a surprise.

Book in advance to receive 33% off

Easter at Waterloo Park

Angel Rd, Norwich NR3 3HX

29th March 2024 8.30-4pm

Get ready for an egg-citing adventure this Good Friday at Waterloo Park Café. Join any time from 8.30am to 4pm for a thrilling Easter Egg Hunt. It’s Free to enter and fun for the whole family.

Easter at Whitlingham Adventure

2024

w/c 2nd April 2024
Start Sailing, up to stage 2 (4 days)
OnBoard Sailing Development (4 days)
Multi-Activity Adventure Week (4 days)
Paddlesport Week (4 days)
Multi-Activity Adventure Days (single days)

w/c 8th April 2024
Start Sailing, up to stage 2 (5 days)
OnBoard Sailing Development (5 days)
Multi-Activity Adventure Week (5 days)
Paddlesport Week (5 days)
Multi-Activity Adventure Days (single days)

Wildlings Club
8.30-5.30pm available when your child is booked on to one of our courses during the day

Visit website for details

Contact 01603 632307

Easter Bunnikins Afternoon Tea at The Assembly House

Theatre St, Norwich NR2 1RQ

20th March – 7th April 2024

Celebrate Easter with the perfectly pretty and deliciously decadent new Easter Bunnikins Afternoon Tea with brand new cakes and savouries made by Head of Pastry Mark Mitson and his talented team.

Easter Bunny Breakfast

Dobbies King’s Lynn,King’s Lynn PE30 4WQ

Friday 29th March to Monday 1st April 2024

They’ll need to follow the footprints to find the Easter Bunny who is playing in their wildflower meadow, before enjoying some egg-cellent games.  Plus, our bunny and the team (both experts in all things wildflowers) will help them plant their very own miniature wildflower meadow to take home

This event is suited to families with children aged 3-10 years old. Children under 3 can still take part in some activities with the support of an adult.

01553 767816

Children’s Easter Social at Holy Trinity Church

110A Trinity St, Norwich NR2 2BJ

Monday, 8 April 2024 10:30am – 2:00pm

Join us for a fun social event for children and families, as we play mini golf, eat lunch together, and hang out in the park! Aimed at children aged 4-11, along with their parents & families.

Meet by Eaton Park Mini Golf at 10.30am, or at Holy Trinity Church at 10am to walk there

Book via website, Children £3 and Adult £4, Family Member no Golf Free

Easter Egg-citement at High Altitude

 91 Whiffler Rd, Norwich NR3 2AW

2024

Meet the Easter Bunny, get your picture taken and grab a delicious treat. Sweet treats & yummy snacks to keep you bouncing with energy all weekend long.  Special Easter Tots Sessions for under 5s on Easter Sunday (31st March 2024) 9-10am with Egg-citing Easter Egg Hunt and Hoppin’ good Easter Arts & Crafts.

Easter Egg Hunt at All Saints Church

Church Road, Carleton Rode NR16 1RW

Get ready for an egg-citing adventure, join us for an afternoon filled with thrills, laughter and plenty of sweet surprises.
Entrance £1 and every child gets an Easter Egg

Easter Egg Hunt at Church Farm Stow Bardolph

Lynn Rd, Stow Bardolph, King’s Lynn PE34 3HT

29th of March to the 1st of April 2024

We give you one half of an Easter Egg, you just have to find the other half hidden somewhere in Church Wood. Everyone who finds their whole egg receives a prize.

This event is included in the normal admission price for the Farm.

Somerleyton Hall Gardens Easter Egg Hunt

Somerleyton Hall, Lovingland, Suffolk NR32 5QQ

Fri 29th March – Tue 2nd April 2024

Children will receive an Easter Egg prize at the end of the trail. Children under three receive an Easter treat. Last entry 2.30pm.

Early Bird rate: book before 17 March and save money on our standard rate. Adults £11.50, Children £8.50 and under 3s £1

Visit website for details.

Easter Egg Hunt at The Garden House

1 Pembroke Rd, Norwich NR2 3HD

31st March 2024

You’re invited to our Easter Egg Hunt: fun games, free food & prizes

Easter Egg Trail: Migration Wildlife Holidays

Tuesday 2nd April 2024
Sadlers Wood, Sadlers Way, North Walsham NR28 9XZ

Tuesday 9th April 2024
Holt Country Park, B1149 Edgefield Hill, Holt NR25 6SP

Follow the Easter chicken and Easter Bunny trail around the woods. Learn about the journeys wildlife make to survive in the wild, the holidays they take to warmer climates and which animals come to visit us. Complete the trail and the quiz to earn your Easter surprise.

Suitable for ages 3+, pre-book on North Norfolk website. £5 per child and adults free.

EASTER EGGSPRESS at Bure Valley Railway

Aylsham Station, Norwich Road, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6BW

29TH March to 14TH April 2024

Hop on board the Easter Eggspress over the Easter school holidays for an “eggciting” day out for all the family. FREE Easter Egg for every child on completion of our Easter Stamp Trail at both Aylsham and Wroxham

Adults £22.00 / Children £11.00

Easter Eggstravaganza at Lingwood Village Hall

Lingwood Village Hall, Station Road, NR13 4AZ
Friday March 29th 2024 at 06:30 pm
Easter Disco
Join us for a fun filled evening with Moore Madness
Monday April 1st 2024 at 10:00 am
Easter Eggstravaganza
We have something for everyone, bouncy castles, Easter egg hunt, face painter, craft stalls, food trucks & fully stocked bar!
Free Entry.

Easter Fair at Bawsey Estate & Country Park

B1145, King’s Lynn PE32 1EP

Saturday, March 30, 2024 11-4pm

Come along to Bawsey Country Park and enjoy a day of Easter fun for all the family. We will have stalls, FREE face painting, rides and games from BTs Roadshow (look out for exciting new rides), and other attractions to be confirmed.

01553 603925

Easter Family Forest Fun

Sandringham Estate Play Area, PE35 6AB

9th, 10th, 11th April 2024: Sessions 10-11.30am, 12-1.30pm, 2-3.30pm

Join Nana Lavender and her team at our brand new site adjacent to the Sandringham Estate Play Area!

Prices: £10 1 Child/1 Adult, £20 2 Children/1 Adult, £25 3 Children/1 Adult, £30 4 Children/1 Adult. Additional adults £5. Under 3s Free. Parking included. Limited Spaces.

Book via website.

Good Friday Family Fun Day

East Harling Sports & Social Club, Church Rd, East Harling, Norwich NR16 2NA

Friday 29th March 2024

Our annual Easter Egg Hunt is back, join us on the Recreation ground for a day of fun!

 

 

Easter Family Fun Weekend

Briarfields Hotel, Main Road, Titchwell PE31 8BB

Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st March 2024

So much fun for the whole family including
Bouncy castle
Face painting
Kids drawing competition
Easter egg scavenger hunt
Food served 12pm til 9pm
KIDS EAT FREE – Saturday only (12pm til 5pm)
Huge playpark open all day
Live music (Saturday only)

01485 210742

Easter Family Nature Days

Mannington Estate, NR11 7BB

28th March and 4th April 2024 10-3pm

Come and enjoy Spring time at Mannington; bird singing, flowers blooming and bees buzzing. We will have lots of activities including pond dipping, bread on the fire and spring crafts.

Adults £8, Under 16s £5 and Under 5s Free

01263 584175

Easter Fayre @ The Walled Garden Shop

Old Hall Road, Norwich NR13 5FA

29th March 2024 10:30 am to 3:00 pm

Free to attend: It’s our annual Easter Fayre and plant sale at The Walled Garden!

Over 20 art and craft stalls
Raffle
Plant sale
Kids’ Easter fun and games
Plus café and shop!

Easter Fun at Gressenhall

Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse, Gressenhall, Dereham NR20 4DR

29 March – 14 April 2024 -10am – 5pm

Get a spring in your step with some eco-friendly activities all about growing!

Activities vary throughout the school holidays. See our Events Calendar for more details of what’s happening when. All activities included with general admission.

Included in admission

01362 860563

Easter Fun at Wroxham Barns

Wroxham Barns, Tunstead Rd, Hoveton, NR12 8QU

28th March – 14th April 2024

Contact 01603 783762

Easter Activity Workshop

St Andrew’s Church and Church Hall, Eaton

Saturday 23rd March 2024, 9.45am – 12pm

A morning of Easter activities for children with crafts, song, refreshments and fun.

01603 439160

Easter Holidays at The Hoste Arms

The Grn, Burnham Market, King’s Lynn PE31 8HD

29th March – 15th April 2024

Visit The Hoste this half term and explore the many treats we have to offer. There will be Easter inspired movies in our cinema, Children’s afternoon tea, village treasure hunts, Easter Egg hunts in the garden & The Burnham’s market in our garden room (29th & 30th March)

Strumpshaw Fen Easter

RSPB Strumpshaw Fen, Low Rd, Strumpshaw, Norwich NR13 4HS

The Great Dino Easter Egg Hunt at RSPB Strumpshaw Fen
28th March 2024 10:00 – 14th April 2024 16:00
Are you ready for a roarsome adventure? Our hugely popular dino trail is back, with even more dinosaur fun!
Trails cost £3.50. Normal reserve entry fees apply for non-RSPB members.

Nature Tots seasonal specials – Easter
21st March 2024 10:30 – 21st March 2024 12:00
Discover, Learn and Play with your little one – a programme of events for under 5’s and their grownups!
£2.75-£5.75

01603 715191

 

Sprowston Easter Fair

Sprowston Community Academy,

Saturday March 23rd 2024 at 11:00 am to 03:00 pm

We have over 50 indoor stalls and 12 outdoor stalls from local makers and small businesses. Each one has been hand picked for their quality and variety.
FREE ENTRY & FREE PARKING

01603 485266

Easter Treasure Quest at Hoveton Hall

Hoveton Hall Gardens, Hoveton, Norfolk, NR12 8RJ

Friday 29th March – Monday 1st April 2024 10.30-5pm

Come and enjoy our Easter Treasure Quest around the gardens. Follow the clues around the garden and answer the puzzle at the end to receive an Easter Egg prize. For the little ones there is a Easter Egg Hunt in the walled gardens.

Normal garden entrance fees apply. No need to book.

Eaton Park Miniature Railway Christmas

Eaton Park, S Park Ave, Norwich NR4 7AU

Sundays from 3rd December 2023

The event sees the tunnels around the track of the Norwich park decked with twinkling Christmas lights for the special festive journeys. Each ride lasts around 10 minutes and fares cost £1 for children and £1.50 for adults.

Eaton Vale Scout and Guide Activity Centre

Eaton Vale Scout and Guide Activity Centre, Church Lane, Eaton, Norwich, NR4 6NN

Welcome to your summer at Eaton Vale Activity Centre! We are running a fun-filled, action-packed holiday club for children aged between 7 and 14. With a large variety of outdoor activities bundled into each and every day, your children are sure to have a summer to remember. You couldn’t wish for a more adventurous summer for your kids.

Contact 01603 501228 for more information.

Eggscape by Bus with Konectbus or Park & Ride

28th March – 14th April 2024

The Easter School holidays are almost upon us and we have collaborated with some fantastic reward partners who are willing to incentivise you if you get to them by Konectbus or Park & Ride.

Examples of partners participating:
Wroxham Miniature Worlds
Museum of the Broads
Albion Games
National Centre of Writing
Captain A’s Bar and Grill.
Cinema City
Mid Norfolk Railway
Superbowl UK Norwich
PuttPutt Social
Maddermarket Theatre

Eggsplore Norfolk

28th March – 14th April 2024

Norfolk’s Biggest Easter egg hunt by Norfolk Passport

Join us for an egg-citing adventure! Norfolk Passport is on a mission to get people out exploring Norfolk. Whilst doing this you could be in with a chance of winning a BIG prize worth over £1500.

Pick a destination from the map you’d like to visit this Easter and plan your day out. Some spots require paid entry (indicated by coins), while others are free and open to all.

Emmaus Norfolk & Waveney Apple Day

Saturday 21st October 2023 11-3pm

Sit amongst beautiful apple trees and celebrate the new season with friends and family. £15 per person, must be pre-booked and paid for in advance. Guests for the Harvest Lunch will dine outside at 12.30pm. Entry is free and free car parking is available on site. We hope to see you there!

sueloades@emmausnw.org

Enchanted Kingdom Barbie Disco

Oulton Broad, 58a Bridge Rd, Lowestoft NR32 3LR

Friday 28th July 2023 4pm-6pm

Tell your mini Barbies and Ken’s to grab their Barbie besties and get Barbie glam to strut their stuff and join us for our Barbie Disco!
Because life in plastic is fantastic! Including 2 hour Barbie disco, meet & greet with Barbie, photo opportunities, games, prizes, fancy dress and bubble machines.
Tickets are £9.95 per child and £5.95 per adult
Book via website

Fairground Frights at Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach

The Pleasure Beach, S Beach Parade, Great Yarmouth NR30 3EH

25th-29th October 2023

5 nights of fear, unlimited rides & unlimited thrills.
Due to the nature of the event we do not recommend anyone under the age of ten to attend Fairground Frights.

Fairhaven Dog Day

Fairhaven Woodland and Water Garden NR13 6DZ
Sunday 22nd October 2023 11-3.30pm

Performance from K9 capers display team, food stalls & refreshments, variety of traders, fun dog show (classes £1 each)

£2 adults, £1 children and under 4s free

Fairhaven Woodland and Water Garden

Fairhaven, School Rd, South Walsham, Norwich NR13 6DZ

Summer 2023 programme includes:

Family canoe trails. (2 hours) includes garden entry.
Intro to Stand up Paddle boarding. (1 hour) includes garden entry.
Wildlife Canoe Trails lasting  2 hours. Includes garden entry.

Events
Sat 29th Jul 7:00pm – 10:00pm
PANTALOONS – ALICE’S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND

Wed 16th Aug 8:15pm – 10:15pm
FAMILY BAT NIGHT

Sat 26th Aug 8:00pm – 9:30pm
OUTDOOR CINEMA – TOY STORY

Sat 2nd Sep 7:45pm – 9:15pm
OUTDOOR CINEMA – ICE AGE (U)

All events must be booked online in advance from the Fairhaven Woodland and Water Garden website.

Fairyhaven Trail

Fairhaven Woodland & Water Garden, School Rd, South Walsham, Norwich NR13 6DZ

30th March – 7th April 2024

Follow the fairy doors and meet the fairy characters, listen to magical stories and take party in fairy crafting.

A Right Royal Celebration

THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 2022 AT 12:30 PM – 3 PM

Norwich Cathedral

Family Fun Morning and Afternoon in celebration of HM The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee year, A Right Royal Celebration!
Booking essential.
The activity sessions in the morning and afternoon will be on Thursday 2 June from 10 am and from 12.30pm and there will be lots of royal-inspired crafts and workshops for primary school-aged children to enjoy.
Tickets cost £3.50 per child and must be booked in advance by Wednesday 1 June at noon.

Family Bush Craft

RSPB Strumpshaw Fen, Low Rd, Strumpshaw, Norwich NR13 4HS

26th July 2023 10-11.30am & 30th August 2023 10-12pm

Come and enjoy a morning adventure with us. Try your hand at putting up a tarp shelter. Take the chance to practice your fire-lighting skills and toast marshmallows over the campfire. Enjoy some bush craft crafts. Suitable for children age 5-11 years.

Child member £10.75 Child Non Member £12.75

01603715191

Family Event: The Platinum Jubilee Challenge

TUESDAY, MAY 31, 2022 AT 10 AM – 5 PM
Lynn Museum
To celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee visitors are invited to take on the Platinum Jubilee Challenge with hands on activities, crafts and costumed characters at Stories of Lynn and Lynn Museum.
This event is part of the Platinum Jubilee Norfolk Challenge Award, developed in tribute to the late Duke of Edinburgh, whose own award scheme has been so influential on the lives of generations of young people.
Tickets include all-day admission to both museums at a special reduced price, plus all activities.
For more information email lynn.museum@norfolk.gov.uk or call 01553 775001.

Family Fest at Norwich Cathedral

65 The Cl, Norwich NR1 4DH

16th August 2023 10-2pm

A drop in event for children and families, a festival themed day of fun at the Cathedral. There are 10 stops to visit around the Cathedral with different activities, games, crafts, history, storytelling and reflection. Each stop the children will be given a sticker which they can add to their festival wristband, when they collect 10 they get a free gift.

£2.50 per child

01603 218320

Family Yoga

Waterloo Park Sandys – Winsch Community Room, NR3 3HX

30th March 2024 9.30-10.30am

Fun session for all the family involving yoga and mindfulness. Spring and growing themed Family Yoga session.

£11 for two plus £4 for additional people, booking essential

Fangtastic Mess: Little Mess Norwich

Saturday 21st October 2023 11:00am – 12:00pm : Owen Barnes Room at Breckland Hall, Breckland Road, Norwich NR5 0RW

Saturday 28th October 2023 10:45am – 11:45am: Station Rd, Spooner Row, Wymondham NR18 9JR

During our messy play sessions, you can expect trays filled with a variety of spooky themed wet and dry mess, with lots of different textures for your little ones to explore, squish, and create a playful mess. With a painting station and water play area for added fun.

Suitable from around 6 months/sitting unaided to 5 years. A craft table is available on request for older 6-10 years paying siblings.

From £4.75 – £9.50, booking required

Father Christmas at Cromer Pier

Cromer Pier Pavilion Theatre

2nd December 2023 – 23rd December 2023

The distant tinkle of bells could be heard as Father Christmas and his favourite elf Sparkle magically arrived on his sleigh at the Pier. Trusty reindeer’s Rudolph, Prancer, Dancer, Vixen, Comet, Cupid, Blitzen & Donner battled through the North Wind so that they could bring joy to well-behaved boys and girls in Father Christmas’s special and unique grotto here, on the theatre stage.

£17.50 per child including gift, adults free.

 

Father Christmas Lands at Norwich Aviation Museum

Old Norwich Road, Horsham St. Faith, NR10 3JF

10th December 2023 11:00am – 6:00 pm

This ever-popular event returns again this year with Santa’s Grotto located inside one of the museum’s iconic aircraft where all children shall receive a small gift from Father Christmas.

Refreshments are available from the museum’s Friendship tearoom, together with a seasonal sing-along with our resident entertainer.

Please note: Online Tickets are unavailable for this event. Tickets are on the gate ONLY.

 

01603 893080

February Half Term at Norwich Puppet Theatre

Norwich Puppet Theatre, St James Court, Whitefriars, NR3 1TN
2024

Old McDonald and the Three Pigs Plus
18th February 2024
Join the kind farmer and all of their animal friends in helping the little pigs build homes of their own, but beware, the big bad Wolf is on the prowl…

Little Red Riding Hood and Friends
18th February 2024
Little Red Riding Hood’s friend arrives to tell us the story but has a problem, there are no pages in the book! Leave tradition behind in this fast, funny show that uses lots of slapstick and child participation.

Mischief and Mystery In Moominvalley
20th & 21st February 2024
Magical puppetry, an ingenious pop up book set, original music and interactive play will delight young audiences. Expect snow, surprises and plenty of Moomin mischief.

Seedheart
22nd February 2024
Our journey begins as Grey finds themself trapped inside a jar. They try to remember how they got there and how they could be free…

Dogs Don’t Do Ballet
23rd February 2024
Biff is no ordinary dog. Biff likes moonlight and music and walking on his tiptoes. You see, Biff doesn’t think he’s a dog, Biff thinks he’s a ballerina, which is all very well… But dogs don’t do ballet – do they?

Creative Creatures Puppet Making Workshop for Families
Sat 24 Feb 2024 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Our workshop leaders will show you how to make the puppet, and then the creativity is up to you. We’ll have a choice of wonderful making materials to customise your creations.
Tickets £10 per participant / Family Rate Tickets available: 1 adult & 2 children for £27 or 2 adults & 2 children for £36

Pop-Ups & Paper Puppets Workshop for Families
Sat 24 Feb 2024 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
This Family Workshop is for family members to get creative together to make a pop-up paper scene and paper puppet characters.
Tickets £10 per participant / Family Rate Tickets available: 1 adult & 2 children for £27 or 2 adults & 2 children for £36

The Little Prince
25th February 2024
Using mesmerising puppetry and beautiful songs, the boy who fell to earth teaches his friend the Aviator about love, life and real happiness in this adaptation of one of the best-selling children’s books of all time.

Contact 01603 629921

February Half Term at Waterloo Park

Waterloo Park Pavilion Café – The Feed – Angel Rd, Norwich NR3 3HX

Saturday 17th February 2024
Novice to Ninja in 60 minutes with The Crime Lab, free ticketed event upstairs, 10am arrival-11.30am. Email waterloo@thefeed.org.uk for tickets (only 20 available).

Sunday 18th February 2024
Spiritual Wellness and Craft Fair – Orion Events, 10am-3pm, upstairs

Monday 19th February 2024
Friends of Waterloo Park Kids Craft event upstairs 1-3.30pm

Wednesday 21st February 2024
Cost of Living event with multiply upstairs, 10-3pm.
Heart biscuit decorating in main cafe with FOWP, 10-12pm.

Thursday 22nd February 2024
Come and meet Evie’s Owls, upstairs 2-4pm

Felbrigg Hall Farm

Felbrigg, Norwich NR11 8PR

2024 Dates: Friday 29th March, Saturday 30th March, Easter Sunday 31st March, Monday 1st April , Saturday 6th April, Sunday 7th April

Farmer Graham’s lambing open days with sheep, lambs, cows, goats and “old timer” tractors. This is a working farm. Come and see lambing as it really is and how we care for our animals. Our sheep are due to lamb over Easter 2024 and there is every chance you will see a lamb being born (although not guaranteed).
Visit Facebook page for details.

Felbrigg Hall Summer

Felbrigg Hall, Gardens and Estate, National Trust, NR11 8PR​

Summer 2023

Explore inside the Hall or visit the walled garden to see fruits and vegetables growing – and don’t forget to look out for the hens! Try your hand at den building in the Great Wood and see if you can spot dragonflies around the lake. If you’re looking for a new activity to try, we’re offering guided archery sessions on selected dates throughout the summer holiday. Instruction will be proved as you aim to hit the target.

Keep an eye on the National Trust website for the latest information.

Fenchanted Fireworks & Festivities

Station Road, Lakenheath IP27 9AB

Saturday 28th October 2023 from Midday

Inflatables, Laser Tag, Fairground rides, petting farm, food trucks, bar, café and more for the whole family to enjoy.

Kids under 8 go free

Festival of Sport at Holkham Park

Holkham Park, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, NR23 1AB

11th – 14th August 2023

The ultimate family sports festival which is not to be missed. Founded by Ex England Rugby Stars Will Greenwood and Austin Healey, we are delighted to welcome Festival of Sport back to Holkham this summer.

A weekend of sporting activities for families to take part in together with the opportunity to get top training tips and advice from sporting legends.

Weekend Ticket (1 adult and 1 child) £370
Extra child (5-17) £210
Extra adult £160

Day ticket (1 adult & 1 child) £185
Extra child (5-17) £105
Extra adult £80

Under 5s free (at time of the event)

New for this year is the option to pay by instalments.

Phone: 0203 488 7279

Festive Cinema – Fairhaven Woodland & Water Gardens

School Rd, South Walsham, Norwich NR13 6DZ

HOME ALONE: Wednesday 29th November 4.30pm-6.30pm

– Run time (1h 43m)

ELF: Wednesday 29th November 7:00pm – 8:30pm

– Run time (1h 37m)

– The Films will be in a marquee with limited heating, so please wrap up warm.
– Film will start at 7pm, arrival from 6:30pm.
– Tearoom will be open for food and drinks before and after the film.
– Tickets are non-refundable
– Run time (1h 37m)
Visit website for tickets: Adults £5 Child 4-16 £2.50 Child 0-3 Free

Festive Family Yoga

Waterloo Park, Angel Rd, Norwich NR3 3HX

Saturday 16th December 2023 9.30am

Join us for a festive family yoga session in the midst of December, Make time for movement, connection and a pocket of calm in what can be a chaotic time.

Please email Amber on hello@yogawithamber.co.uk

Festive Fayre at the Fitz

Fitzmaurice Park, Pound Lane, Thorpe St Andrew, Norwich NR7 0UL

Saturday 2nd December 2023, 12-7pm

With a woodland light trail, Santa’s grotto, funfair, craft stalls, food and drink and bar.

Free entry (but Santa’s grotto tickets must be pre-booked).

Festive Fun at Norwich Arts Centre

51 St Benedict’s St, Norwich NR2 4PG

Sunday 3rd December 2023 11-4pm

Stepping Stones, Musical Keys and The Norwich Arts Centre are joining forces to offer a day of festive fun in the heart of Norwich. Join our free Christmas card workshop, watch and listen to sounds creation, try musical instruments, spend time in our Christmas shop. Also a present wrapping station for a small donation

 

Field of Joy Forest School Holiday Club

Field of Joy, Reepham, Norfolk, NR10 4EL

Farm Club Holiday Sessions: 10am to 2pm Monday 23rd October 2023 £20
During the school holidays, we offer day sessions for children and young people aged 8 to 16 who wish to learn about small and large animal care, gardening, conservation work, and nature crafts.
Suitable for children who are safe and able to work in small groups of up to 10, with a leader and an assistant, with animals on site.

Forest School Holiday Club: Halloween Themed – October 26th 2023 10.30am-2.30pm £20
A Forest School style session with a special spooky Halloween theme!
We’ll be doing Halloween crafts, brewing potions in the mud kitchen, going for a ghost hunt, and trying not to get stuck in the spider’s web!

Suitable for children aged 6 to 12 (children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult, children over 8 may attend without a parent or carer.

SEND Farm Club Holiday Sessions: 10 am to 2pm Wednesday 25th October 2023 £30
Holiday sessions for children and young people aged 8-16 with special educational needs who wish to learn about small and large animal care, gardening, conservation work, and nature crafts.
These days are suitable for young people who would be happy and safe to work and play with animals on site, in a small group of 6 children/young people, with a group leader and assistant. If your child needs 1 to 1 parents/carers are welcome to attend, or a support worker. Sadly we aren’t wheelchair-accessible.

Tel: 07840368863

Fielding Cottage Cow Club

The Goat Shed, Colton Rd, Honingham, Norwich NR9 5DJ

Tuesday 2nd April 8.30am / Wednesday 3rd April 3pm 2024

Sam will show you our newest arrivals and telling you all about their history and the story of how they arrived at The Goat Shed. This is an exclusive opportunity, please do not visit the cows yourselves we we need to ensure the mothers and babies have space.

To join email sales@fieldingcottage.co.uk with name, contact number and number of people.

Each session lasts 45 mins and free to attend.

 

First Steps Norwich Summer Holiday Sessions

Calvert Hall, Rosebery Road, Norwich NR3 3AB

Tuesday 22nd August 2023

Family Stay & Play 9.15am-10.30am
Our usual big stay & play session, welcoming parents and all other carers with 0-4s. School age children welcome too. Play, refreshments and healthy snack, story and songtime, activities for older children too.
£2 per family (0-4s) plus £1 per extra school age child

Childminder Support Group 11am-1pm
Childminders with 0-4s & school age children all welcome. Updates, mini-training and advice plus activities for children, story and songtime. Please bring children’s lunches. Refreshments for adults.
Parking on site.
£5 per setting & £1 per assistant.

Visit firststepsnorwich Facebook for info.

 

Fledglings Pre-school holiday club

Salhouse Primary School, Cheyney Avenue, Salhouse, Norwich, NR13 6RJ

Fledglings Pre-School Holiday Club. 3-11 years.

Holiday Playschemes are run by the school most holidays, please contact for full details. We aim to provide quality care. The children have a range of activities including fun art, craft and games galore. A snack & drink is provided. We want the children to enjoy themselves & have fun. Provider charges per session not per hour. Please contact school to book and cost details.

Contact 01603 720402 for more information.

 

 

Flower and Nature Workshop

Yaxham Village Hall NR19 1RJ

24th August 2023 2-3.15pm

Flower and nature workshop: discussion about flowers, flower song & movement, carousel of activities including making flower arrangements, playdo, flower stamps & flower story to finish. Drink and posy to take away at the end.

£10 per ticket, pre-book

07400590051

Food & Crafts Fair with Live Music at Old Buckenham Country Park

Old Buckenham Country Park, Doe Lane, Old Buckenham NR17 1PP

28th May 2023

Join us at Old Buckenham Country Park and enjoy a day of food vendors, craft stalls and live music. A variety of food stalls to try, shop all food and craft stalls and relax and listen to live music. (Update on our vendors and music closer to the event)

01953 861466

Football Fun Camp – Hempnall Village Hall – October Half Term

Bungay Road, Hempnall, NR15 2NG

26th October to 27th October 2023 From 9:00am to 3:30pm

Register your child to take part in a truly unique football experience this school holiday! Your little football star will have the time of their life, experiencing our fun and exciting football inflatable activities. In additional to these inflatable experiences, each day will also include more traditional football activities and plenty of time for matches!

Suitable for 5 to 12

https://www.thefootballfunfactory.co.uk/camps

Free Family Fun Day at Belvedere Community Centre

Norwich NR2 3AZ

Friday 1st September 2023 10am-2pm

Everything is free: hot dogs, magic show, circus skills, music, tombola, SEN, sports, crafts and loads more.

Support, advice and info will also be available.

Free Family Fun Day at Pilling Park Community Centre

NR1 4PA

Wednesday 31st May 2023 10-2pm

Everything is free! Hot Dogs, Magic Show, Circus Skills, Music, Tombola, SEN, Sports & Crafts. Support, advice and info will also be available. Just turn up

Free Family Open Day at Ranworth

NWT Ranworth Broad and Marshes.

Saturday 27 May 2023, 11am – 4pm

Come and experience the fun and learning of our new nature trail, dyke dipping and boat trails around the broad along with our improved family discovery area in the floating visitor centre. One of the best ways to enjoy Ranworth is by joining one of NWT’s free boat trips being offered as part of our Discovering Ranworth Open Day. Each boat trip lasts 30 minutes and are free.

Booking essential via website.

Free Family Sundays

Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts, University of East Anglia, Norfolk Road, Norwich NR4 7TJ

On 1st Sunday of each month 10.30am-12.30pm

Drop in on the dates below between 10.30am and 12.30pm to look, explore, draw and more with a different Sainsbury Centre artist and theme each month. Our Outdoor Explore sessions take place in the Sculpture Park. Come dressed for the weather.

6 August | With Verity Newman

20 August | EXTRA SUMMER DATE With Anna Brass

Suitable for all ages, No need to book

Telephone: 01603 593199

Frozen, Maddermarket Theatre

Maddermarket Theatre NR2 1DR

31st May – 3rd June 2023

Limelight Theatre Company presents the youth production of Disney’s Frozen JR. Do you want to build a snowman? You’ll love this fanciful and heart-warming stage adaptation of the top-grossing animated film of all time! Join Anna, Elsa, and all of your favourite characters…

Price from £7.50

01603 620917

Half Term at Holkham

Holkham Hall, Holkham Rd, Wells-next-the-Sea NR23 1AB

27th May – 4th June 2023
Get Set, Go! at Holkham
Have a wonderful family day out at this beautiful Estate, near Wells-next-the-Sea, during the May half term. Get set, Go! There’s lots to see and do, with a changing mix of activities offering lots of fun for everyone.
Activities take place in Holkham’s Walled Garden, Holkham Stories and Holkham Park. There is a charge of £5 per day which is redeemable against purchases of £30 or more in the gift shop.
Normal admission applies.

27th May – 4th June 2023
May’s Mini Feast in the Park at Holkham
May’s Mini Feast in the Park at Holkham is back again during this May half term, and it has something for everybody’s tastes! Visit Norfolk’s favourite food concessions for a bitesize Feast in front of the Hall, North Park.

01328 710227

 

Galactic Kidscon

Syleham & Wingfield Village Hall, Hoxne Rd, Eye IP21 4LT

1st August 2024

A mini-con for mini people, aimed at 5-15 year olds. Entry free, a small fee to enter costumer competitions, 100% money raised to local charities.

Half-Term at Gressenhall Farm

2023

Gressenhall, Beetley, Dereham NR20 4DR

Art Attack
Our much-loved Art Attack sessions are back for 2023! We love getting hands on with arts and crafts at Gressenhall, so get stuck in and let your creativity run wild!
Recommended for children under 12 but all ages welcome. Included with General Admission

  • Sunday 28 May: Blooming Marvellous
  • Sunday 4 June: Blooming Marvellous

Glen Lodge Family Fun Day

Bawburgh NR9 3LU

Monday 28th August 2023 12-4pm

Family fun day including BBQ, Bouncy Castle, ice-cream, lawn games and face paint.

Raising money for NSPCC.

Free entry, visit Facebook page for details

Global Village Christmas Market

The Forum Norwich, Millennium Plain, NR1 2TE

30th November to 2nd December 2023 10-5pm

Back at The Forum, the three-day Global Village Christmas Market!

Plus outside on the Saturday (2nd December), there will have some festive live music to put you in the Christmas spirit from carol singers, a brass band and Caribbean steel drums! Also on the Saturday there will be delicious global hot food and mulled wine!

Facebook @NorwichGlobalVillageMarket /01603 727 950

 

GMOTFW Summer Planner

Summer 2023

Check the Facebook group “Get Me Out The Four Walls Norfolk” for timings, host details, meeting points and up to date information, cancellations or amendments.

Community Day 28th July 2023

10-10.45am Under 5s Craft Session Creative Planet, booking required

11-12pm Sensory Explorers Under 2s, booking required

11-12pm Slime Making Workshop Session 1, booking required

12.30-1.30pm Slime Making Workshop Session 2, booking required

12.30-2pm GMOTFW Gardening Club, no booking required

12-12.45pm Sling & Sing, no booking required

 

 

Gone Wild Festival @ Holkham Hall

Holkham Rd, Wells-next-the-Sea NR23 1AB

8-11th August 2024

Bear Grylls’ Gone Wild Festival is coming to Holkham in 2024! Plan your ultimate summer break right here in Holkham Park and embark on an extraordinary family adventure at the UK’s fastest-growing family festival.

Join Bear Grylls for four action-packed days camping beneath open skies, enjoy over 100 outdoor activities, inspirational speakers and live performances featuring headliners Example, Sam Ryder and McFly.

Day or 4-day weekend passes available, see website for tickets & pricing

Great Ormesby Fete

Ormesby St Margaret, Great Yarmouth NR29 3PZ

26th August 2023

We would love to welcome you to this year’s GREAT ORMESBY FETE! We’ve got live music, Crazy Carrie from Sunset Disco hosting all day and night, AB Enchanted hosting our Kings and Queens fancy dress parade and best dressed competition as well as story time and singalongs, a fun dog show, live wood carving throughout the day and various performing arts performances from dancers to live bands and much more!
Visit Facebook page for details.

Great Yarmouth Easter Fair

Market Place, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 1LX

4th April 2024 – 7 April 2024

Roll up, roll up! Come along to the Great Yarmouth Easter Fair in the Market Place, Fullers Hill and Brewery Plain for four days of thrills and entertainment.

Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach

Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach, South Beach Parade, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 3EH

TBC

 

Great Yarmouth Racecourse: The Opener

Fremantle Rd, Jellicoe Rd, Great Yarmouth NR30 4AU

Thursday 27th July 2023

Seven thrilling races with 7 crack teams including Frankie Detorri. Live music until gates close, racing to school on the equicizer, thigh squat challenge, treasure hunt and prize giveaways.

Tickets from £15, book via website.

Guess Poo Trail, Sheringham

Sheringham Park, NR26 8TL

17-25th Febraury 2024 10-3pm

Locate information stations lurking in the landscape and match animals to their droppings. Collect a letter at each station to reveal a password that unlocks a tasty treat at the Courtyard Café, which closes at 3.30pm.

Price: £3 trail sheets, parking is free for National Trust members and £6.50 for non-members

Gymboree Christmas Party

Notcutts Garden Centre, Daniels Road, Norwich NR4 6QP

16th December 2023 11.30am (class full), 1pm (Babies, places available as of 11/12)
17th December 2023 10am and 11.30am (places available as of 11/12)

JOIN US FOR SOME FESTIVE FUN THIS DECEMBER AT GYMBOREE PLAY & MUSIC NORWICH! GYMBO BELLS, GYMBO BELLS, GYMBO ALL THE WAY!

With a special visit from Santa and a gift for each little one, our parties are not to be missed!

£15

01603 250585

Gymboree Easter Party

Notcutts Garden Centre, Daniels Road, Norwich NR4 6QP

Saturday March 30th from 11.30-12.30

Are you looking for some EGG-stra fun this Easter? Come and join Gymbo the clown and friends for a cracking time! Each session is one hour long and includes lots of super fun Easter activities and a lovely chocolatey gift.

Tickets are £10.50 per child (adults enter free of charge)

01603 250585

Pumpkin Patch at Ha Ha Farm

Ha Ha Farm, Hemblington Road, Strumpshaw, NR13 4AH

14-31st October 2023 10am to 4pm

Terrific transformational face painting, spooky Storytime, undercover carving and crafts, ghostly woodland scavenger hunt, coffee, cakes spooky hot chocolates (and boozy ones!), witches potions and creepy cookie decorating.

More than 20 varieties of pumpkins available, pick your own!

Cash & card accepted

01692 660274

 

Ha Ha Farm Sunflower Pop-Up

Hemblington Rd, Blofield, Norwich NR13 4AH

31st July – 14th August 2023 Open Weekdays 12-4pm and Weekends 10-4pm

Pick your own sunflowers for £2 per stem plus children’s crafting, teas, coffees and cakes.

Dogs on leads welcome.

01692 660274

Haddiscoe’s Summer Carnival

Haddiscoe Village Hall & Playing Field, Haddiscoe, Norwich NR14 6PG

28th August 2023 12-6pm

Featuring stalls, bouncy castles, fairground games, face-painting and entertainment.

Free entry

Half Term at Holkham

Holkham Hall, Wells-Next-The-Sea. Sat nav – NR23 1RH

8th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th February 2024

Wellies and WONDER

Join us this half term for fun and frolics come rain or shine! We have a whole host of exciting free activities for the whole family to enjoy this half term at Holkham Park. Come and explore our wonderful parkland, enjoy our craft activities and why not have a bite to eat in the Courtyard Café?

Welly hunt: It’s blown a hoolie and there are wellies scattered all over the park! Can you follow the clues and find them all? Take a picture next to the final Golden Welly and be in with a chance to win a visit to our family Easter event!

Create your own bird feeder to take home: Birds need us more than ever as the weather gets colder. Stop by our crafting station in the Stables Courtyard to make a bird feeder to take home with you, to entice a range of birds to your garden.

Winter spotter sheet: Holkham is so beautiful this time of year (even if it’s cold and windy!) and there is so much to see by way of nature. We’ve put together a list of all the natural wonders of the season for you to spot around the park and become a wildlife expert!

Woodland play area

Visit the website for details.

 

Half Term at Norwich Theatre

Breathe
17th February 2024
An extraordinary journey through a busy forest. Experience a story told from the perspective of an acorn; the hectic forest floor, thrumming underworlds, and dazzling heights of icy branches.
Ticket prices: £12
Running time: Approximately 1 Hour with no interval
Age recommendation: 5+

Maddie’s Wildlife Rangers
17th February 2024
In this lively show, Maddie welcomes you into her wildlife park to join the ranks of honorary Wildlife Rangers. Young rangers will discover the importance of keeping our environment clean, learn the art of animal tracking, test their wildlife knowledge in a curious quiz, and experience the thrill of an animal rescue mission!
Ticket prices: £10 – £13.50
Running time: 1 hour no interval
Age recommendation: 6+

Dr Daniel Olaiya’s Scientific Space Adventure
18th February 2024
Join CBBC’s Operation Ouch! presenter Dr. Daniel Olaiya as he takes you on an awe-inspiring journey to discover the effects of space travel on the human body.
Running time: Approximately 1 Hour with NO interval
Age recommendation: 8+
Ticket Prices: £16 Adult and £11 per child

The Great Big Dinosaur Show
20th February 2024
Which dinosaur menaced the seas instead of the land? Which dinosaur was barely the size of a dog, and which made a noise like a goat playing a didgeridoo? And what could a CHICKEN possibly be doing in The Great Big Dinosaur Show?!
Running time: Approximately 1 hour with no interval
Ticket prices – £10 – £12

The Nature of Forgetting
20th February 2024
Tom is living with young onset dementia. We meet him as he prepares for his 55th birthday party and past memories come flooding back.
Ticket prices: £19.50
Running time: Approximately 75 Minutes with no interval
Age recommendation: 8+

SIX (SOLD OUT)
20-24th February 2024
The crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the international smash hit musical SIX makes its royal return to Norwich following previous sell-out successes!
Running time: 80 minutes no interval
Age recommendation: 10+
Ticket Prices: £10 – £49

The Science of Jurassic World with Jon Chase
22nd February 2024
Join author, presenter and science communicator, Jon Chase, for an entertaining expedition into Jurassic World! In this family show, you’ll dive deep into the science behind the much-loved movie franchise that sees geneticists resurrect dinosaurs, and uncover the facts behind the films.
Ticket prices: £13
Running time: 55 minutes with no interval
Age recommendation: 8+

What Does Stuff Do?
23rd February 2024
Juggler, water-bender, and part-time deep-thinker Robin Dale presents his award-winning debut show.
Ticket prices: £12
Running time: Approximately 1 Hour with no Interval
Age recommendation: 12+

Danny & Mick: Temple of Delusion
24th February 2024
The stars of CBBC’S number one show “Danny and Mick” are embarking on a new adventure and theatre tour for 2024
Ticket Price: £14 per child £17 per adult

Luna Loves Library Day
25th February 2024
Join Luna and her Dad for an adventure among the library shelves in this exciting new musical for families. Luna looks forward to one special
day… Library Day!
Age recommendation: 5+
Ticket Prices: £15 adult and £13 child

 

Half-Term at The Walled Garden Shop

Old Hall Road, Norwich NR13 5FA

Saturday 28th October 2023

Halloween Spooktacular

Join us for this very popular annual event – more details to follow! Free to attend

Sunday 29th October 2023

Scarecrow Trail prize giving

The Little Plumstead Scarecrow Trail comes to a close today with prizes being awarded for the best scarecrows. Free to attend. More details to follow!

Half Term at YALM

YALM, 22-24 The Royal Arcade, Norwich NR2 1NQ

Tuesday, 20 February 2024 11:00 13:00
Kids Kitchen Cookie Club
Hello, cookie artists! Get ready to dip, drizzle, and sprinkle your way into a world of sweet creativity. Risky Biscuits Cookie Decorating Session is tailor-made for imaginative young bakers.

Wednesday, 21 February 2024 10:00 11:00
Green Waves Storytelling Workshop
Our Free Story Writing Workshop is designed for imaginative minds aged 7-11, fostering creativity while emphasizing the importance of sustainability.

Friday, 23 February 2024 10:00 12:00
Half Term Family Crafts Workshop with Grow Wild
Join us for nature inspired bird box decorating & pine cone crafts at Yalm restaurant in partnership with Growild Kindergarten Forest School. Crafts suitable for 2 years and up!

Limited spaces, book via website.

Half term events at Norwich Puppet Theatre

Norwich Puppet Theatre, Norwich, NR3 1TN

22 October 2023 11-3pm
Halloween Party
Norwich Puppet Theatre will be throwing open it’s doors and inviting you in for games, arts and crafts activities, market stalls, face painting, prizes and more!
Fancy dress is HIGHLY encouraged (and there may be prizes for best dressed!)
Entry is free to the Halloween Party. There will be a mixture of free and paid activities to take part in. No booking required.
Our cafe bar will be open to serve hot and cold drinks and snacks.

24 October 2023 11am and 2.30pm
When Another Dragon Roars
When Another Dragon Roars Fuses Altered Scale Theatre’s outstanding puppetry with Petite Ullaloom’s distinctive storytelling, promising a memorable experience for children and adults alike. It’s a story of a mum and boy learning emotional resilience and how stories help us figure out a complicated world.
This production is recommended for ages 5+. Running time: Approx 45 Minutes
The 11am shows are open to all ages, meaning those under 5 can attend. Tickets for under 2s are free, but must be booked.
Adult £12 Child £10 Family of four £40 (1 adult and 3 children OR 2 adults and 2 children)

25 October 2023 11am and 2.30pm
Pinocchio
Puppetry, shadows, illusion and especially composed music combine to create a show with something for all ages; it’s inventive, visually and verbally witty with a big heart.
This production is recommended for ages 4+. Running time: Approx 60 Minutes
The 11am shows are open to all ages, meaning those under 3 can attend. Tickets for under 2s are free, but must be booked.
Adult £12 Child £10 Family of four £40 (1 adult and 3 children OR 2 adults and 2 children)

26 October 2023 11am and 2.30pm
The Witch and the Egg
One performer and a flock of shadow puppets tell an engaging and heartwarming story about friendship, laughter, maybe even a few tears… and flying the nest.
This production is recommended for ages 3+. Running time: Approx 50 Minutes. The 11am shows are open to all ages, meaning those under 3 can attend. Tickets for under 2s are free, but must be booked.
Adult £12 Child £10 Family of four £40 (1 adult and 3 children OR 2 adults and 2 children)

27 October 2023 10.30am (90 mins)
Wicked Witches Puppet Making Family Workshop
We love witches! They are the stars of all our favourite spooky stories, and here’s your chance to make your own! Our workshop leaders will show you how to make the puppet, and then the creativity is up to you. We’ll have a choice of wonderful making materials to customise your creations.
Tickets £9.50 per participant, Family Rate Tickets available: 1 adult & 2 children for £25 or 2 adults & 2 children for £35
Children must be accompanied by a paying adult. Carer discounts are available for those who need additional support.
These workshops are for ages 4+ due to the difficulty level. There is no suggested upper age limit, as this activity is designed for grown-ups to enjoy as well.

28 October 2023 11am and 2.30pm
Jungle Book
Follow Mowgli’s wild adventures in the dangerous world he inhabits, brought to life with inventive shadow theatre, powerful original music and colourful digital projections.
This production is recommended for ages 4+. Running time: Approx 50 Minutes. The 11am shows are open to all ages, meaning those under 4 can attend. Tickets for under 2s are free, but must be booked.
Adult £12 Child £10 Family of four £40 (1 adult and 3 children OR 2 adults and 2 children)

Tel: 01603 629921 to book.

Half-term fun at Waterloo Park

Waterloo Park, Angel Rd, Norwich NR3 3HX

2023

Monday 23rd October: Biscuit Decorating in the cafe 10-12.30pm
Wednesday 25th October: Children’s Carnival-themed craft session to celebrate Black History month. In the Community room 10-12pm & 1-3pm
Thursday 26th October: Kite Flying 10-12.30pm
Friday 27th and Saturday 28th October: Nature scavanger hunt, collect your sheet in the cafe then searh for the items in the park 8.30-4.30pm
Sunday 29th October: Monster Mash Halloween Craft Fair, Community Room 11-3pm

Half term Youth Circus

The Oak Circus Centre, Oak Street, Norwich, NR3 3AE

Monday 23rd – Thursday 26th October 2023, 10am – 2pm

This course will introduce young people to a range of different circus skills, including acrobatics and aerial disciplines, such as handstands and trapeze, as well as manipulation skills such as hula hoop and juggling.

Students should wear comfortable clothing which covers most of their skin to avoid injury and bring water and a light packed lunch.

Classes can be booked per day, or you can book for the week with a discount.

Visit their website for further details.

Halloween at Castle Quarter

Castle Meadow, Norwich NR1 3DD

Saturday 21st October 2023
Meet the Trolls – Poppy & Branch
Spot the couple as they meet fans at 4 different spots around Castle Quarter, ready for picturesat 12pm (level 1), 1.30pm (level 2), 2.30pm (level 1) and 3.30pm (level 4&5)

Saturday 28th October 2023
Stranger Things
Bump into scary monster-like characters that any fan will instantly recognise and take part in a selfie competition too. Come dressed in tribute to your favourite cast member to get fully into the Stranger Things spirit.

Halloween at Somerleyton Hall

Somerleyton Hall, Lovingland, Suffolk NR32 5QQ

Saturday 21st – Sunday 29th October 2023 10am – 6pm

The Halloween Haunt is back at Somerleyton Hall Gardens this half term. Join us as we transform the garden into a spooky spectacular for the whole family to enjoy! Try and find all the pumpkins, but keep an eye out for ghosts, ghouls and all things scary!

Prices from £9.50 – £11.50, Children under 3 years go free.

 

Halloween showing of Hocus Pocus on Norwich’s Outdoor cinema

Whitlingham Lane,Norwich,NR14 8TR

Wednesday 25th October 2023 5-10.30pm

HALF TERM SPOOKINESS. A spooky showing of Hocus Pocus for this Halloween Outdoor Cinema Screening

An early screening where timings are
Event open 5pm
Film starts 6pm
Film Ends 7:30pm
Then a LATE screening where timings are
Event opens 8pm
Film starts 9pm
Film ends 10:30pm
Tickets are £34 for a family ticket (2 adults, 2 kids) £14 for an adult – £9 per child – £4 deposit will be required via eventbrite to secure your place, the rest is due on the entrance that night should the event go ahead.

Half-Term at Holt Country Park

Edgefield Hill, Holt NR25 6SP

Halloween Family Orienteering

Monday 23rd October 2023 10-12pm

We’ve hidden some scary characters in the woods…navigate your way around using our map to find the characters and complete our orienteering course as fast (or as slow) as you wish. You must register and begin the course by 10.30am

£5 per family, suitable for ages 5+

Fancy Dress Halloween Trail

Tuesday 24th October 2023 10-12pm

Join our ranger team for a spooky trail through the woods, can you work out what or who is making those noises? Prizes for best fancy dress.

£5 per child, suitable for ages 3+

Halloween Spooktacular at Great Yarmouth Hippodrome

Hippodrome Circus, 43A St George’s Rd, Great Yarmouth NR30 2EU

HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR 2023: 20th-31st October

Jack Jay & Johnny Mac return for another Spooktacular adventure for all the family this October half-term.

01493 738877

 

Halloween Spooktakular Party at Superbowl UK Norwich

18 Castle Meadow, Norwich NR1 3DD

28th October 2023 5-7pm

Get ready for a ghoulishly good time this Halloween at Superbowl UK including spooky soft play, a haunting hot box meal, creepy arts & crafts and ghostly Halloween party activities

Tickets £13

Visit website for details

 

Harford Community Centre Summer activities

Free summer activities throughout August for under 12s. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times, sessions operate on a first come first served basis.

Tel: 01603 908172

Norwich Summer Sessions

Norwich city centre

Every Sunday from 12.40pm: July 30th until September 3rd 2023

Bringing Norwich to life with fantastic music and street entertainment for the whole family to enjoy, Norwich Summer Sessions returns in 2023 for its 10th year.

Norwich Summer Sessions, which runs for six weeks in the summer of 2023, features all the best local talent, performers from across the country, and brilliant street entertainers. The performances include street theatre, jazz, blues, world music and rock!

 

 

Hellesdon Fireworks and Halloween night

Hellesdon High School, Norwich, NR6 5SB
Saturday 4th November 2023 5pm-8pm

Join us for an evening of fun at Hellesdon high school 5pm-8pm on Saturday 4th November. There will be a bar, games, food stalls, cakes, craft stalls and lots more.

Pre Fireworks Trunk or Treat: for just £10 deck out your ‘trunks’ with Halloween decorations and let families meander from car to car, collecting treats, playing games or taking selfies.

Price Individual ticket price £3.00 – £5.00 and Group ticket price £15.00. Under 3s are free and do not need a ticket for this event.

Hempnall Fireworks

Hempnall Playing Field, Hempnall, NR15 2NG

Saturday 4th November 2023 Gates open 5pm, fireworks begin 7pm

Pre-book tickets only

High Altitude Half Term Horrors

91 Whiffler Rd, Norwich NR3 2AW

23rd-29t October 2023

Trick or treat yo’ self this Halloween at High Altitude including freaky fancy dress & ghastly games and competitions

01603 567200

Highway Garden Centre Half Term Events

Loddon Rd, Norwich NR14 7PW

Monday 19th February 2024 at 10am

Decorate a flower Cupcake
Decorate a delicious cupcake with lots of yummy ingredients to make a tasty treat.
Take your cakes home to enjoy or if you can’t wait have a taste in store!
Each child will be given a squash or water to keep hydrated. £6.95

Thursday 22nd February 2024 at 11am

Spring Party and Plant pot decorating
Welcome Spring in with a fun party at Highway Garden Centre.
Decorate your very own plant pot with pens and stickers then carefully plant some seeds to grow your special plant.
Play some fun party games and enjoy a yummy lunch! £7.95

01508 494665

Hippodrome Circus at Easter

Hippodrome Circus, St. Georges Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 2EU

23rd March – 14th April 2024

JOIN JACK JAY AND JOHNNY MAC IN A BRAND NEW SWASHBUCKLING PIRATE WATER SHOW FEATURING AN AMAZING CAST OF ACTORS, ACROBATS AND AERIALISTS. ALL SET ON A HUGE GALLEON IN THE HIPPODROME WATER SPECTACULAR!

Box Office 01493 738877

Hippodrome Great Yarmouth

22nd-25th Febraury 2024

Circus of Horrors Addams Family Show 2024
The New Circus of Horrors Family Show will include an amazing amalgamation of acts, driven by a rock n roll sound scape, a show that will have you sat on the edge of your seat when not falling off it with laughter. Horrors will take you on a rock n’ roller coaster ride of amazing & Bizarre acts.The Circus of Horrors has something for everyone. Not suitable for children with a nervous disposition.

Dr Haze’s Cabaret of Curiosities 2024
Hot on the heels of The Circus of Horrors Phantasmagoria the ‘Haunted Fairground’ comes a sensational NEW SHOW – DR HAZE’S CABARET OF CURIOSITIES -This FANGtastic new show is set to blow your mind with an amazing set, stellar lights, special effects & of course Beautifully Bizarre Circus acts, a sinister story and the darkest of magic all performed to an original Rock score

Hippodrome Summer Spectacular 2023

Hippodrome Circus, St. Georges Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 2EU

Summer circus and water spectacular

The summer special features the worlds greatest circus acts alongside hilarious hosts Jack Jay and Johnny Mac. It also features the world famous water spectacular where the entire ring sinks to reveal a gigantic swimming pool. This is an original 1903 feature that cannot be seen anywhere else!

Adults £23-£28
Concessions £18-£25
Child £14-£18

hippodromecircus.co.uk/summer  or call 01493 738877 (Box Office)

Hirsty’s Family Fun Park

Woolly Whistun

Saturday 27th May – Friday 2nd June 2023 10am – 4pm

With woolly craft activities and un-baa-lievably cute sheep to see – we’d love to have ewe join us at Hirsty’s this May Half Term

Prices: Adult £7.50,  Child (3-16 years) £10, Child (1-2 years) £7, Infant (up to 1 year) Free

HM The Queen Platinum Jubilee Celebration

Wattisfield Community Centre

SATURDAY, MAY 28, 2022 AT 1 PM – 11 PM

Platinum Jubilee Celebration event with fun and games for all the family, BBQ, Bar, Music, picnic – free entrance.

Holkham Hall Summer

Holkham Hall, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, NR23 1AB

Family events running throughout the summer holidays 2023

Here are a few events for your diary. Check their website for tickets and booking details.

  • Feast in the Park: 15th July-1st September 2023 Grab your picnic blankets and chairs, it’s time to relax and unwind in beautiful surroundings with mouth-watering street food and drinks from Norfolk’s finest foodies.
  • Pond Dipping: Join us on Mondays, Tuesdays and Saturdays throughout the summer holidays to discover what lurks beneath!
  • Alice Through the Looking Glass: 26th July 2023
  • Robin Hood: 2nd August 2023
  • Children’s nature art workshop: 6th & 20th August 2023 Join Bryony for a 90 minute arts and crafts session inspired by the enchanted woodland here at Holkham
  • Bad Dad: 8th August 2023
  • Festival of Sport: 11-14th August 2023 A weekend of sporting activities for families to take part in together with the opportunity to get top training tips and advice from sporting legends
  • Bat Walks: 22-24th August 2023 Explore the historic woodland surrounding Holkham lake and spot these fascinating creatures in flight, with the help of bat frequency detectors.
  • The Wizard of Oz: 30th August 2023

Holkham Hall by Candlelight

Holkham Rd, Wells-next-the-Sea NR23 1AB

7th, 8th, 11th, 14th December 2023

As seen on Channel 4’s ‘Christmas at Holkham’, the Hall is dressed in festive finery each year. Enjoy a guided tour of the magnificently decorated state rooms, perfect to enjoy with your friends and family. 45 minutes, plus refreshments

£36 adults, £18 children (2-16), under 2s free

Holt Garden Centre Easter Trail

Holgate Hill, Kelling, Holt NR25 7ER

28th March to 2nd April 2024

Hop on over for our Easter Trail. Free event with goodie bags. All ages are welcome.

Holt Garden Centre Family Fun Day

Holgate Hill, Kelling, Holt NR25 7ER

Saturday 29th July 2023 10am

Bring family & friends along to enjoy a range of activities, BBQ and pizzas (from 11.30am and extra cost). Free & no booking required

01263711574

Holt Garden Centre Halloween Trail

Saturday 21st – Tuesday 31st October 2023

Holgate Hill, Kelling, Holt NR25 7ER

Join us at Holt Garden Centre from Saturday 21st to Tuesday 31st October for an extra spooky Halloween Trail. All participants will receive a goodie bag. Fancy dress optional.

Free event and no booking required.

Horrible Histories Day at Assist Open Gardens

Heath Gardens, Hill Farm Allotments, Sprowston Road, Norwich NR3 4HY

Saturday 3rd June 2023 11am-3pm

Medieval re-enactments from The Ordgar Vikings, plant sale, BBQ, Craft Stalls, Inclusive Sport Sessions, Ice-Cream, Raffle & Tombola, Games, Vikings Show & Tell

 

Horrible Histories Live On Stage: Barmy Britain

Tuesday 24th October 2023 1:30pm / 3:30pm

Cromer Pier Pavillion Theatre

So Barmy Britain is back with the hit West End show, full of crazy new characters and rude new rulers from Britain’s barmy past!

Adults £16 and Children £14

How Hill Summer Family Fun

How Hill Rd, Ludham, Great Yarmouth NR29 5PG

Monday 31st July – 10th August 2023

Join us at How Hill for our Summer Family Fun activity days! Activities include a selection of the following: pond dipping or thatching, fabric bag printing or clay creations, den building and woodland art.

Tickets are £7.50, adults asked to make a donation of their choosing. Visit eventbrite for bookings.

How Hill’s Christmas Crafts

How Hill House, How Hill Trust, Ludham, Great Yarmouth NR29 5PG

3rd & 16th December 2023 10-12pm and 1-3pm

We are welcoming families inside How Hill House for some festive fun! There will be a selection of Christmas Crafts for you to do as a family including making Christmas crackers, wooden baubles and Christmas tree garlands. There will be a biscuit decorating station to visit whilst you enjoy a mug of hot chocolate. 2 Hour event, aimed at families with children aimed 4-11.

Pre-Book £10 per person

01692678555

How Hill’s Family Christmas Crafts

How Hill Trust, Ludham, Great Yarmouth, NR29 5PG

3rd December 2023 10am
There will be a selection of Christmas crafts for you to do as a family, including making Christmas crackers, wooden baubles and Christmas tree garlands. There will also be a biscuit decorating station to visit whilst you enjoy a mug of hot chocolate.
2 hour event, aimed a families with children aged 4-11.
£10 per person, visit How Hill Trust Eventbrite page.

Beauty and the Beast (Limelight Theatre Company)

Maddermarket Theatre, St John’s Alley, NR2 1DR

10th April to 13th April 2024

Limelight Theatre Company returns with Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR. which will be playing at The Maddermarket Theatre. The musical is based on the 1994 Broadway production and Disney’s 1991 animated feature film. T

Tickets from £16.80

Box Office 01603 620917

Jabbawockycrafts Christmas Crafts & Gift Fair

The Forum, Millennium Plain, Norwich, NR2 1TF

Multiple dates: Saturday 4 November, Friday 17 – Saturday 18 November, Saturday 9 – Sunday 10 December, Saturday 16 December 2023

Browse exquisite handmade jewellery, beautiful photographic prints and calendars and more at this popular mini market.

01603 727950

Jack & The Beanstalk Panto

Beccles Public Hall & Theatre, Smallgate, Beccles NR34 9AD

15th December 2023 to 2nd January 2024

A great Christmas treat for all ages.

01502 770060

JollyHolidays @ Jolly Gymnastics

Avian Dance Studios, Vulcan Road North, Norwich, NR6 6AQ

Thursday 1st June 2023

Our JollyHolidays sessions are back, with something for everyone, whether you already attend our classes or not…

9.45am: Perfect for Under 3’s but available for up to 5’s, A fairly unstructured parent & toddler themed class…£8.50

11am or 12.45pm For little ones aged 2-7 who are ready to follow a structured class in a fun and festive way. £8.50

1.30-3.30pm Holiday Camp for little ones aged 4-7 who are ready to follow a structured class on their own. £15

Book via the website.

Jubilee Bookmark Workshop

MONDAY, MAY 23, 2022 AT 10 AM – 12:30 PM

DragonFly Gallery Watton

A free workshop, making a useful bookmark to commemorate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
Contact the Gallery directly to book a place. Spaces are limited.

Jubilee Celebration Tea Party

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1, 2022 AT 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Norfolk Nippers, Hoveton.

Come and join us for a one off session to celebrate the jubilee.
Crafts, Sensory Play, Party Games and Tea Party too!
£6.50 per child, places must be pre-booked.

Jubilee Community Fun Day

SATURDAY, JUNE 4, 2022 AT 11 AM – 4 PM

Sprowston Methodist Church

Lots of fun, food and activities for everyone

Jubilee Crafts

SATURDAY, MAY 28, 2022 AT 11 AM – 12:30 PM @ Swaffham Library

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1, 2022 AT 2:30 PM – 4 PM @ Dereham Library

Join us for a family craft activity with a royal theme. Suitable for families with young children. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
Booking recommended as places are limited. Visit https://www.norfolk.gov.uk/…/libraries/whats-on/event… to book.

Bure Valley Railway: Nature By Rail

27th May to 4th June 2023

Bure Valley Railway

Get closer to nature around the railway this May half term! I Spy children’s trail on the train journey with a free prize on completion. To add to this Nature themed event we will be decorating the Whilstlestop Café and Woodland Lunch Boxes will be available to purchase (not included in ticket price)

Adults £19, Children £10

Jump Warehouse Diss Summer Pass

Jump Warehouse Diss, 11-12, Hopper Way, Diss, IP22 4GT
Unlimited Jump & Play sessions for £42.50 per child.
Available to use from June – 27st August 2023.
Access to our Trampolines, Soft Play and our Small World area.
01379 831061

Kaleidoscope Holiday Clubs

Kaleidoscope OSC, Browick Road Infant School, Browick Road, Wymondham, NR18 0QW

Kaleidoscope runs from the school hall at Browick Road Infant school. We have a huge range of equipment for indoor and outdoor play that children are able to access freely. We try our best to create a relaxing environment where children can enjoy and have fun. Children aged 4-11 years.

Contact 07884 187967 for more information.

Halloween Spooktacular & Firework Display

Applewood Countryside Holidays, Kenninghall Road Banham NR16 2HE

Saturday 28th October 2023 5.30-9pm

Join us for our family friendly Halloween Spooktacular & Low-Noise Firework Display!

Spooky Walk, The Spooktacular Fire Show, Low-Noise Firework Display & Bonfire, Spooky Face Painting, Scarily Good Food, Spooky Disco

 

Kerrison Toys Summer Holidays Make & Take

353 Aylsham Rd, Norwich NR3 2RX

Wednesdays throughout the summer holidays 2023

26/07 Aquabeads

02/08 HamaBeads

09/08 Craft Buddy

16/08 Play-Doh / Air Clay

23/08 EUGY

30/08 Spirograph & Colouring

01603 494008

Kids Halloween Party Old Hall Farm

NR35 2LP

Saturday 28th October 2023 4pm – 5.30pm

£8.50 per child. Includes a kids buffet, costume competition, farm activities and music. Call 01508 333110 to book your tickets by 20th October 2023.

Kidz Pop Party February Half Term

2024

– Ocean Room, Gorleston – 17th & 18th Feb 1.30pm

– Maddermarket Theatre, Norwich – 21st-24th Feb (2.30pm/6.30pm)

 

Grab your little ones and join the ‘Kidz Pop Party’ this February Half-Term. Featuring an amazing live band and incredible singers and dancers you’ll be treated to 75 minutes of hits perfect for little and big kids alike.

To Book, visit the website

Kings Lynn Festival: The Dinosaur Department Store Family Concert

Kings Lynn Town Hall, Saturday Market Place, Kings Lynn, Norfolk PE30 5DQ

5th April 2024 11-2.15pm

For children aged 3-8 and their families. Our feisty heroine Eliza Jane isn’t your average child. Instead of a cute, fluffy bunny, she has her heart firmly set on a prehistoric pet. Join Eliza Jane and her parents on a marvellous magical tour of their local dinosaur department store.

Tickets £3, under 16s free.

01553764864

Lingwood Fireworks

Lingwood Village Hall

Saturday 28th October 2023 at 7pm (gates open at 6:30pm)

Lingwood Village Hall present their annual Fireworks Spectacular!
£5 advance ticket

Little City Half-Term Dates

A miniature pop up street where your toddler can let their imagination run wild!

Mon 19/02/2024
09:30 am
Little City Event at Queen’s Hills Community Centre, Costessey
11:00 am
Little City Event at Queen’s Hills Community Centre, Costessey

Tue 20/02/2024
09:30 am
Little City Event at Queen’s Hall, Watton
11:00 am
Little City Event at Queen’s Hall, Watton

Thu 22/02/2024
09:30 am
Little City Event at Poringland Community Centre

Fri 23/02/2024
09:30 am
Little City Event at Hempton Memorial Hall
11:00 am
Little City Event at Hempton Memorial Hall

Prices: First child: £8.25, Second child: £8.25, Third child onwards: £7.55

07856343533

Little City – Norfolk Halloween specials

Various locations across Norfolk

Friday 20th October – Friday 3rd November 2023

Get ready for some fun and spooky surprises around the city! A potion parlour, unusual pets at the vets, piles of pumpkins, cute and creepy costumes…and soooo much more! Join us for magical mixtures and poisonous potions in the Witches Den, venomous visitors at the vets, cute and creepy dressing up competition, daring DIY tattoo table, ghoulishly great gift for every playing child, creepy crawlies galore and much much more!

Fri 20th Oct GAYWOOD (with face painting!)
Wed 25th Oct SOUTH WALSHAM *new venue*
Thurs 26th Oct HORSFORD
Mon 30th Oct YAXHAM
Tues 31st Oct WATTON
Fri 3rd Nov HEMPTON
Booking opens 24th September 2023 at 8pm
£8.95 per child
Tel: 07867 548490

Little Daisies Halloween Party

Thorpe End Village Hall, Plumstead Rd, Thorpe End, Norwich NR13 5BU

23rd October 2023 2pm

Spooky sensory, toys, soft play, tents, bouncy castle and costumes encouraged.

Little Lilypads New Years Eve Eve Special

Broadland Community Centre, Hoveton NR12 8DJ

30th December 2023 2-3.30pm

Come and join us for our very sparkly New Yeats Eve-Eve special, lots of sparkly and glitzy activities to explore at your own pace. Keepsakes to make and a sensory finale and indoor fireworks. Open to little ones aged 6 months to 4 years, older siblings welcome too with a ticket.

Book online

Little Loves Harvest Baby Festival

Postwick Village Hall & Social Club, 1 Ferry Lane, Postwick, Norwich, NR13 5HL

Thursday, 26 October 2023 10.30-12pm [fully booked]  1pm – 2:30pm [space limited]

A seasonally themed baby play session; Autumnal sensory play, Seasonal keepsake crafts, Themed Messy Play, Refreshments & Photo opportunities
Plus, Elizabeth Hayley Photography will be doing mini photo shoots, with digital images for you to purchase.
To celebrate harvest, we’d also love you to bring an item of non perishable food with you if possible that will be donated to the local food bank.

1 Adult and 1 Child/Twins £12 / Extra Adult £1

07807226827

Little Riders Learn To Ride Course

Sewell Park Academy, St Clements Hill, Norwich, NR3 4BX

Monday 19th to Thursday 22nd February 2024
9.30-10.30am & 10.30-11.30am

Our Learn to Ride course is designed specifically for children aged 4-10 years old who would like to learn how to ride a bike with pedals independently. It is recommended that 4 year olds attend our Balance Bike course prior to attending this course. We are offering children aged 4 yrs+ the chance to attend a 4 day Learn to Ride course (4 x 1hr sessions).

£50 per child (plus a small booking fee).

Spaces limited, see website for details.

Little Tinkers Half term holiday Happimess

The Scout Hut, Mulbarton, Mulbarton, Norwich, Norfolk, NR14 8AE

Monday, 19th February 2024   10am – 11:30am

Messy play adventures suitable for babies who can sit unaided through to preschool age. Different weekly themes across 6 tuff tray activities, crafts, outside water play area including guttering system, play doh area, wrecking balls, paint activities, mud kitchen and more!

As this is a holiday session older siblings are welcome however please ensure they are supervised and are aware of smaller children at the trays. Payment is required for all siblings up to age 8.

1 child only £8.00
2-3 children attending £10.00 (from same family)
4-5 children £12.00 (from same family)
07931657120

Banham Zoo & Africa Alive February Half Term

Banham Zoo Kenninghall Rd, Banham, Norwich NR16 2HE
Africa Alive Whites Ln, Kessingland, Lowestoft NR33 7TF

The Big Zoo Safari: 17-25th February 2024: Purchase a ticket to Africa Alive and receive a FREE ticket to Banham Zoo (and vice versa).
Second visit must be redeemed and completed by 29th Feb 2024

See website for details.

 

Lowestoft and Yarmouth Rugby Firework Extravaganza

Lowestoft & Yarmouth Rugby Union Football Club, Corton, Lowestoft, NR32

Saturday 4th November 2023

Lowestoft & Yarmouth Rugby Union Football Club presents a Firework Extravaganza!

Fun fair
Food and drink stalls
Entertainment

This is a ticket-only event. Tickets must be purchased online in advance. Admission is £6 (plus booking fee). Under 5s are free and no ticket is needed.  www.ticketsource.co.uk/lyrugby.

Ludham Dragon Trail

High St, Ludham, Great Yarmouth NR29 5QE

24th July – 28th August 2023

Come and find our dragons! Lots of dragons to find around the village, once you have found them all & worked out the word/s enter our prize draw for some great prizes.

Maps can be found at Eleanor Rose Florist, Ludham Butchers, The Dog Inn or online

All donations and funds raised will go to the Ludham Primary School & Nursery

Luminate Sandringham

Sandringham PE35 6EN

11th November – 24th December 2023

This winter, Luminate Sandringham will return for an enchanting experience, with new additions to the creative spectacular after dark light trail. Opening for an additional week including Christmas Eve, Luminate Sandringham are collaborating with a renowned lighting artist to create a sensational laser installation ‘Sky frost’ and a striking light feature on the ‘Vista’ as part of the mile long trail in the Royal Parkland.

The Moon: Meet Our Nearest Neighbour at Lynn Museum

Lynn Museum, Market Street, King’s Lynn PE30 1NL

From 2 February to 15 September 2024

The Moon: Meet Our Nearest Neighbour
Humans have gazed up at the Moon for millennia – now you can come a little closer to our nearest neighbour in 2024 with a stunning exhibition at Lynn Museum.

Book tickets via website.

 

Mad Science Norfolk Holiday Camps

Call 01603 406790 to find out about the Mad Science Camp Days running in Norfolk this School Holiday.

Mad Science camps offer a daily combination of in-class discovery and exploration, outdoor games and physical activities, and hands-on applications of the scientific principles presented.

Children have so much fun that they forget they’re learning!

Magdalen Gates

Magdalen Gates Primary, Bull Close Road, Norwich, NR3 1NG

Magdalen Gates Activities – Holiday Scheme. 4 to 11 years.

We are open to any children for the school holidays. We have sessions and full days to offer for the school holidays.

Contact 01603 622675 for more information.

Kidz Pop Party at The Maddermarket Theatre

Saint John’s Alley, Norwich NR2 1DR

21st-24th February 2024

Grab your little ones and join the family live music spectacular ‘KIDZ POP PARTY’ this February Half-Term at the Maddermarket Theatre, Norwich. Featuring an amazing Live Band, incredible Singers, gorgeous Dancers and hilarious Comedy and Circus acts, you’ll be treated to 90 minutes of musical madness, perfect for little and big kids alike.

Running Time approx 90 mins (no interval)
All Tickets £15 (under 2s go free)
See website for details.

Magic Summer: Free Creative Play Sessions

Magic Acorns, 2 Stonecutters Way, Great Yarmouth NR30 1HF

Free creative play sessions for 0-3 years and their families in Great Yarmouth this summer.

PlayGarden!
24th, 25th, 26th, 27th, 28th July 10-11.30am
Explore a wonder filled sensory play space full of sounds and textures.

Colours!
7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th August 1-2.30pm
Come and play with colours! Through light and sound, each day we will explore different colours with instruments, projections and materials.

Squiggle & Bounce!
21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th, 25th August 10.30-11.30am
Fancy some space to move? Come along to wriggle, jump, stretch, bounce.

Drop in, no need to book. All free. Email info@magicacorns.co.uk for more information.

Matilda at Sheringham Little Theatre

2 Station Rd, Sheringham NR26 8RE

11-13th April 2024: 7.30pm (+2.30pm on 13th)

The revolting children are ready to entertain this April

Book via website

Maui Waui Festival

Hill Farm, Gressenhall, Norfolk. NR19 2NR

25th – 27th August 2023

2023 is our 10th year Anniversary! We are so delighted to hold the festival at our wonderful new site in Norfolk. For those who have not been before, Maui Waui focuses on an all welcoming family feel with lots to do for kids and adults, from watching world class bands, full circus shows in a dedicated circus tent, big bass dance tents, small upbeat bands and acoustic acts, cabaret, comedy and the Americana Day on Sunday.

Visit the website for details of passes for day/weekend/camping

www.mauiwauievents.co.uk

May Half-Term at Norwich Theatre

2023

Norwich Theatre Royal Stage Two NR2 1RL

29th May 2023
The Wish Gatherer. Recommended age 7-11 years.
Tickets from £10
See website for details.

Norwich Theatre Playhouse NR3 1AB

30th May – 3rd June 2023
Young Frankenstein
Tickets £18-20
01603 598598

Norwich Theatre Stage Two NR2 1SF

30th May 9.30-12.30pm
Drama Day Ages 7-10
£20 per child – Book both Drama Day and Dance Day for £35
01603 598598

30th May 1.30-4.30pm
Drama Day (Ages 11-14)
£20 per child – Book both Drama Day and Dance Day for £35
01603 598598

31st May 10.30-11.30pm
Imagination Walk (Ages 2-5 with grown-ups)
£7 per child and parent/carer free
01603 598598

31st May 12.30-1.30pm
Musical Explorers for SEND (Ages 6-12)
£7 per child and parent/carer free
01603 598598

1st June 9.30-12.30pm
Dance Day (Ages 7-10)
£20 per child – Book both Drama Day and Dance Day for £35
01603 598598

1st June 1.30-4.30pm
Dance Day (Ages 11-14)
£20 per child – Book both Drama Day and Dance Day for £35
01603 598598

 

Mays Performing Arts: Disney Themed Dance & Spooky Crafts

Trowse Primary NR14

25th October 2023 9-12pm

Half-term workshop suitable for ages 4-7, £20 per child and add our fang-tastic Halloween disco onto your booking for just £6

Book via email info@maysperformingarts.co.uk

 

Adult Learning Jubilee event

Come and celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee at Wensum Lodge
Thursday 26th May
10am – 3pm
Open to all ages and free to attend! No booking required.
 Take part in our exciting creative activities including:
Design a ‘commemorative Royal plate’
– Collect recipe cards to use with our plantable pencils and bookmarks
– Create a beautiful herb arrangement in a teacup
– Make a willow crown to feel like royalty yourself
– Design a piece of bunting for our display
– Make a flag to be used for your own Jubilee celebrations
Fun for all the family!

 

Meet The Migrants Trail at Old Buckenham Country Park

Old Buckenham Country Park, Doe Lane, Old Buckenham NR17 1PP

27th May- 4th June 2023

Every Spring, millions of birds come to the U.K. to breed. Some species travel thousands of miles and a many of them chose to nest in Norfolk, a few of them choose the park. Follow the trail to meet some of the visitors and see if you can spot the odd one out.

01953 861466

Messy Christmas

Little Mess Norwich

2nd December 2023, Saturday 10:45am – 11:45am
Owen Barnes Room at Breckland Hall, Breckland Road, Norwich NR5 0RW
From £4.75 – £9.50

16th December 2023, Saturday 10:45am – 11:45am
St Margarets Church, Church St, Norwich NR6 7DR
From £4.75 – £9.50

During our messy play sessions, you can expect trays filled with a variety of Christmas themed wet and dry mess, with lots of different textures for your little ones to explore, squish, and create a playful mess. With a painting station and water play area for added fun.

Suitable from around 6 months/sitting unaided to 5 years. A craft table is available on request for older 6-10 years paying siblings.

norwich@thelittlesensory.co

Messy Church Christingle Service

Norwich Central Baptist Church, Duke St, Norwich NR3 3AP

Saturday 16th December 2023 4pm

Join us from 4pm for games, crafts, a Christingle Christmas Service and a yummy dinner.

For more information please contact Nicky – nicky@norwichcentral.org

Messy Minster Kings Lynn

Saturday Market Place , King’s Lynn

22nd July 2023 11-12pm

Have you ever wondered why there are so many dragons in King’s Lynn? Come to our Messy Minster on Saturday 22nd July at 11am–12pm to find out about St Margaret and the Dragon with a story, colourful crafts and a fun trail with prizes

This is a free drop-in event.

Messy Play – Farmyard Frolics

Station Rd, Spooner Row, Wymondham NR18 9JR

21st February 2024 Wednesday 10:45am – 11:45am

Join us for our farmyard themed messy play event! Filled with all the fun on the farm!

Suitable from around 6 months/sitting unaided to 5 years. A craft table is available on request for older 6-10 years paying siblings.

Mini Monsters

Aylsham Heritage Centre, Market Pl, Aylsham, Norwich NR11 6EH

Friday 5th April 2024 11-12pm

Meet the mini Monsters!
£8 per child

Mini Moon’s Wonka Half-Term Workshop

The Maddermarket Theatre, Saint John’s Alley, Norwich NR2 1DR

Thursday 22nd February 2024 10-3pm

Immerse yourself in a realm of boundless imagination this February half-term at our WONKA workshop! Parents, treat yourself to a day just for YOU while your children enjoy a day filled with fun! The day will culminate in a captivating 20-minute performance for parents, showcasing the mini WONKA production crafted throughout the day. £27 per person.

Book via website.

Mini Mornings at Vue Cinema

Vue Cinema  – inside Castle Quarter, Golden Ball St, Norwich NR1 3DF

Mini Mornings are run every Saturday and Sunday morning from 10am, plus every day in the school holiday.

Showing kids movies and new kids films, Vue’s Mini Mornings ensures fun in the cinema for all the family.

Book online for £2.99 per person (£3.49 if you purchase at the venue).

Monster Mash Craft Fair at Waterloo Park

Upstairs at The Feed Café, Waterloo Park, Angel Rd, Norwich NR3 3HX

Sunday 29th October 2023 11am-3pm

Jewellery, crochet, decor, bath bombs, wax melts, accessories, sweets, gifts and handmade crafts

Multi-activity Sports camps

Sportspark, UEA, Norwich Research Park, Norwich, NR4 7TJ

Sportspark run weekly multi-activity camps for children aged between 5 and 13 years old. Our Sportscamps run during all school holiday periods – including half-terms –  and offer a wide variety of activities including archery, climbing, swimming, football, tennis, fitness, badminton, Korfball, crafts, basketball. Please remember to bring your swimming kit each day.

Contact 01603 592 398 for more information.

Music Bugs Free Taster

Half-Term 2024

Mondays’ at Sprowston Diamond Centre
Tuesdays’ at Costessey Breckland Hall
Wednesday’s at Sprowston Diamond Centre
Thursdays’ at Hethersett Village Hall
Fridays’ at Taverham Scout Hut

Just had a baby? Looking to join a music class suitable from birth? Join us for a taster session this half term! Baby Bugs (0-crawling) multi-sensory classes provide the perfect introduction to music and singing.

Book via website.

My Little Star Baby Group Easter Special

Alpington Village Hall, 15 Church Rd, Yelverton, Norwich NR14 7NU

Friday 29th March 2024 10.30-11.30am

Easter themed sensory, messy and soft play; followed by a story and songs. Suitable from birth to 3 years.

£5.50 or any 4 for £20

National Centre for Writing

Dragon Hall, 115-123 King Street, Norwich, Norfolk NR1 1QE

Step into Dragon Hall’s Story: Family Activity Day
Tuesday 20th February 2024 10-1pm
Drop into Dragon Hall and discover 600 years of fascinating stories. Learn about the building and its different uses over time and hear tales of Medieval Life with storyteller and author Dave Tonge. Free.

TOASTies Family Poetry Show
Thursday 22nd February 2024 2-3pm
Come along to beautiful Dragon Hall in Norwich for an hour long family poetry show with some of the best children’s poets in the UK. Pay what you wish.

016033877177

National Centre for Writing: Dragon Egg Easter Trail

Dragon Hall, 115-123 King Street, Norwich, Norfolk NR1 1QE

Monday 1st April – Tuesday 9th April 2024, 10-3pm

Our dragon has been busy hiding eggs around Dragon Hall, can you help us find them? You can also create your own decorated dragon egg to take home or to leave on our Easter tree! Suitable for families with children up to 8 years.

01603877177

 

National Centre for Writing Half Term Workshops

National Centre for Writing, Dragon Hall, Norwich, NR1 1QE

25th October 2023 10-12pm
Writing Ghost Stories
Join Mitch Johnson for a creepy creative writing workshop this half-term! Get into the spooky spirit this Halloween and learn how to create spine-tingling suspense, gruesome monsters and stories that will jaunt the imagination…if you dare.
Pre-book £5

01603877177

National Trust – Blickling Estate

Blickling, Norwich NR11 6NF

Feb Half-Term 2024

Discover the House
On Tuesday 20 and Thursday 22 February, come and meet the team who are carefully cleaning the splendid glass chandelier in one of the state rooms.

Explore the Gardens
Head out into the gardens with an Early Spring Explorers spotter sheet.

Adventure across the estate
Our cycle hire will be open daily between 10am-3pm from Wednesday 21 to Sunday 25 February with a range of bikes for all the family, or you’re welcome to bring your own bikes to cycle across the wider estate on the multi-use trail.

National Trust Easter

National Trust Easter Egg Hunts 2024

This Easter Holiday: Hop, Skip and Frolic your way around a NT Easter trail at…

Blickling Estate
Felbrigg Hall, Gardens & Estate
Oxburgh Estate
Sheringham Park
Horsey Windpump
Morston Quay

Trails cost £3 including a trail sheet, bunny ears and a choice of vegan/chocolate/free-from Egg

 

National Trust February Half-Term Events

17-25th February 2024 12-3pm

February half term at Felbrigg Hall

Explore a trail of showrooms and work out the identity of chosen character featured in a portrait hanging on the wall. Link clues to fun facts and pick out the person being described before anyone else to secure the win!

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

See website for details / 01263837444

National Trust May Half Term

Discover fun for all the family with a variety of activities across the Norfolk National Trust this half term. Discover all sorts of events and activities for your kids to let their imaginations run wild and have lots of fun. Hire bikes or bring your own, explore the parks and gardens with wildlife to spot – there’s lots to see and do this May half term. Why not visit somewhere new with your little explorers?

  • Blickling Estate
  • Felbrigg Hall
  • Oxburgh Hall
  • Sheringham Park

Nelson’s Journey Easter Egg Hunt

Octagon Barn, Octagon Business Park, Hospital Road, Little Plumstead, Norwich, NR13 5FH

Sunday 17th March 2024 from 10am – 4pm

Guests can expect a traditional Easter fun filled day for the whole family to enjoy, and activities will include mini Easter egg hunt with full sized Easter egg, farmyard petting area, arts and crafts and story telling.

Tickets cost £2.00 for adults, £5.50 for children. 0+23s are free.

Visit website for booking

New Buckenham Bonfire and Fireworks

Village Hall, Moat Lane, NR16 2AU

4th November 2023

New Macdonald Had A Farm at Somerleyton Hall Gardens

Somerleyton Hall, Lovingland, Suffolk NR32 5QQ

27th-29th May 2023

At this special event we have everything from meeting farm animals, to tractor rides and learning about how we’re working to bring nature back.

Book via the website.

New Year’s Eve Kids’ Party at Clocktower

Castle Carvery (Bowthorpe), Clocktower, 26 Jarrold Way,  Bowthorpe, Norwich

Sunday 31st of December 2023 1pm – 4pm

Join us for a Kids New Year’s Eve Party! Fun and Games, Music and Disco in the FunFort! We have the fantastic Moore Madness providing the entertainment for children of all ages. A great chance for kids to have their own NYE party if they can’t stay up for the big one at Midnight!

Limited tickets. Book online

Norfolk and Norwich Festival

Friday 12th – Sunday 28th May 2023

Norfolk and Norwich Festival

For 17 days each May, the Norfolk and Norwich Festival transforms public spaces, city streets, performance venues, parks, forests and beaches, bringing people together to experience the same brilliant and inspirational events. The flagship arts festival for the East of England, our world-class programme spans music, theatre, literature, visual arts, circus, dance and free outdoor events.

Includes family events and free events.

Norfolk Festive Gift and Food Show

Norfolk Showground, Dereham Rd, New Costessey, Norwich NR5 0TT

10-12th November 2023

The Norfolk Festive Gift & Food Show is the region’s biggest festive shopping fair, packed with Christmas gifts, presents for all ages and delicious festive food & drink, this really is a festive shopping day out that everyone can enjoy. See our visitor info page for ticket prices, opening times, directions and more.

Times entry slots are available to book now.

 

Norfolk Museums February Half Term

Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery
Tuesday, 20 February 2024 • 10:00 – 15:00 / Wednesday, 21 February 2024 • 10:00 – 15:00 / Thursday, 22 February 2024 • 10:00 – 15:00
Slow You Down: Exploring Wellbeing at Norwich Castle Museum and Art Gallery
We’re teaming up with Norwich Science Festival this February Half Term!
Join us to explore the galleries at Norwich Castle together in a new light. With lots to discover and do, we invite the whole family to come and get hands on – take a close look at our collections, play, make and maybe take a chance to pause as we investigate how museums can support wellbeing for everyone.

Saturday, 24 February 2024 • 10:00 – 15:00
Family Saturdays
On the fourth Saturday of every month Norwich Castle will be filled with family fun! A great chance to spend time together exploring our amazing collections and galleries.

Time & Tide Museum
Monday, 19 February 2024 • 11:00 – 16:00
Crossings and Connections: Museum Migrations
A special drop-in art workshop event. Alex Day, community artist, will support you to try fabric painting, sculpture making and take a close look at incredible objects in our collection (that are not often on display!). Included in general admission.

Tuesday, 20 February 2024 • 11:00 – 16:00
Crossings and Connections: Nature in Migration
Following the theme of crossings for our Bridges exhibition. Join us for a day of nature related migration fun and exploration. Norfolk Wildlife Trust volunteers will be here with games and informative activities.

Thursday, 22 February 2024 • 10:00 – 16:00
Crossings and Connections: Superstructures!
Calling all little scientists and engineers this half term to meet the Mad Scientists who will be exploring Bridges and Superstructures with fantastic experiments and entertaining activities. Mad Science brings hands-on STEM based workshops, shows and activities to Mini Scientists throughout Norfolk. Inspiring future Scientists with education wrapped up in entertainment.

Friday, 23 February 2024 • 12:30 – 15:30
Crossings and Connections: Turner Watercolour Craft
A friendly drop-in craft session for all ages playing with watercolours and other materials and inspired by painter RMW Turner’s ‘Walton Bridges’. Drop in for this creative session between 10am and 1pm. Included in General Admission.

Lynn Museum
Tuesday, 21 February 2024 • 10:00 – 12:30 / Thursday, 22 February 2024 • 13:30 – 16:00
Create astronaut characters, enjoy making space crafts, and explore the moon with our brand-new Space Crafts family event.
Admission to the event is free, but booking is recommended.

Visit website for details.

Norfolk & Norwich Millennium Library

The Forum, Millennium Plain, Norwich NR2 1AW

Lego Club 8-14 Years
20th November, 4th December & 18th December 4.30-5.30pm, registration required but free to attend

Lego Club 4-7 Years
27th November & 11th December 4.30-5.30pm, registration required but free to attend

Board Games for Families
25th November & 30th December 12.30-4.30pm

#WinterMiniChallenge 2023
The Winter Mini Challenge is a free online reading challenge that tackles the holiday reading dip, encouraging children to discover the joy of reading and keep up good habits. You can borrow books from your local library and then mark them off online to receive digital rewards.
The challenge runs from 1 December to 19 February 2023. Head to www.wintermini.org.uk from the 1 December to sign up, find fun activities, and earn rewards for reading.

Norfolk Record Office: Fun with Flags

The Green Room, Norfolk Record Office The Archive Centre Martineau Lane Norwich NR1 2DQ

Wednesday 21st February 2024 14:00 – 15:30pm

Will your flag be traditional or will you go for a more modern look and design your own? Use fabric paints to add some colour before taking it home to hang in your own room. Aimed at primary school-age children. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Pay what you can. When you book this event you will have the option to make a donation. This is optional and entirely at your discretion. Adults are free, but need to book a space. On Sale 1 Jan 2024 at 09:00

01603 222599

Norfolk Snowsports Club Half-Term

Whitlingham Lane, Trowse, Norwich NR14 8TW

Tubing: Sessions running every day between 9.45am-7.30pm. £17 per person, ages 6+

Taster Day Camp: try skiing, snowboarding and tubing all in one day! Thursday 26th October 2023 9am-3.30pm.  £45 per person, ages 8-14 and lunch included

Learn to ski: Holiday beginners course, learn the basics over 3 days! Monday 23rd – Wednesday 25th October 2023, 10am-12.30pm. £87 per person, ages 8+

Food & Drink: why not head up to the bar for a drink and bite to eat whilst enjoying fantastic views of the slopes. Bar open from 9am, kitchen open from 10am

 

01603 662781

Norfolk Snowsports Club May Half Term

Whittingham Lane, Trowse, Norwich

2023

Tubing runs all day every day and anyone over 6 can join in – 45 minutes of slope sliding action for just £17 per person

Fancy learning how to ski? Join one of our friendly instructors and learn the basics in just 3 days with our holiday beginner course!

For the kids aged 8-14, we are running one of our super fun day camps! Skiing, snowboarding and tubing all in one day with lunch included.

01603 662781

Norfolk Tank Museum Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Norfolk Tank Museum, Station Road, Forncett St Peter, NR16 1HZ

Saturday 30th March 2024

Museum open 11-3pm, Easter Egg hunts from noon and Easter crafts from 11am. Vehicle rides, refreshments and usual tanky stuff available all day.

Adults £9, accompanied children Under 8 FREE, other children £4.50
07703337714

Norfolk Wildlife Trust Easter

NWT Thorpe Marshes NR7 0QA
Thursday 28 March, 10am – 12noon
Thorpe Marshes Guided Walk
Free

NWT Sweet Briar Marshes NR6 5EE
Saturday 30 March, 10am – 12noon
Tracks, trails, hoofs and tails
Free

Tuesday 2 April, 10:30am – 12:30pm
Marvellous minibeasts
Free – Booking Essential

Wednesday 10 April, 10:30am – 12:30pm
Egg-static about bird nests
Free – Booking Essential

NWT Cley and Salthouse Marshes
Tuesday 2 April, 10:30am – 12noon
Dyke dipping at Cley Marshes
£4 NWT Child members, £5 Child non-members + booking fee

Thursday 4 April, 10:30am – 12:30pm
Brilliant birds
£4 NWT Child members, £5 Child non-members + booking fee

Sunday 7 April
Free Family Fun Day
Activities 10:30am – 12:30pm, 1:30pm – 3:30pm

Tuesday 9 April, 10:30am – 12:30pm, 1:30pm – 4pm
Really wild Tuesday
Free

Wednesday 10 April, 10:30am – 12:30pm
Brilliant birds
£4 NWT Child members, £5 Child non-members + booking fee (one accompanying adult free)

Friday 12 April, 10:30am – 2pm
Wildlife filming for families
£4 NWT Child members, £5 Child non-members (one accompanying adult free) + booking fee

NWT Hickling Broad and Marshes
Wednesday 3 April, 10:30am – 12noon
Dyke Dipping
£4 NWT members, £5 non-members plus booking fee

Wednesday 3 April, 1:30pm – 3pm
Wildlife words and wild art
£4 NWT members, £5 non-members plus booking fee.

Saturday 13 April, 10:30am – 12:30pm
Children’s Wildlife Watch – Pony checks
£5 Watch members, £6 non-members (one accompanying adult free) plus booking fee

NWT Foxley Wood
Friday 5 April, 10:30am – 12noon
Tremendous trees
£4 NWT members, £5 non-members + booking fee.

Friday 5 April, 1:30pm – 3pm
Crafty Creations
NWT members £4, non-members £5 + booking fee, one accompanying adult free

West Runton Beach Café NR27 9QP
Thursday 9 April, 10am – 11:30am
Fascinating Fossils
£4 NWT members, £5 non-members + booking fee Charge for the car park.

Tuesday 9 April, 12:30pm – 2pm
Rockpool Rummaging
£4 NWT members, £5 non-members + booking fee, Charge for car park

NWT Holme Dunes
Thursday 11 April, 10:30am – 12noon
Bones and body bits
£4 NWT members, £5 non-members + booking fee. Non-member car park charge applies.

Thursday 11 April, 1:30pm – 3pm
Searching for sharks
£4 NWT members, £5 non-members + booking fee. Non-member car park charge applies.

 

 

Norfolk Wildlife Trust February Half Term

2024

Norwich Science Festival: Bugs and beasts
Saturday 17 February, 10am – 4pm (9am – 10am, quiet hour)
The Forum, Millenium Plain, Norwich NR2 1TF
Free: Drop in. Booking required for quiet hour only.

Norwich Science Festival: Dan’s Garden Jungle
Saturday 17 February, 2pm – 3pm
The Forum, Millenium Plain, Norwich NR2 1TF
£4

Brilliant Birds with Dan Rouse
Sunday 18 February, 11:00am – 12noon
NWT Cley and Salthouse Marshes.
£5 per ticket (a ticket is required per person attending)

Bird mobile workshop with Alice Lee
Monday 19 February, 10:30am – 3:30pm
NWT Cley and Salthouse Marshes.
Free: No need to book

Really Wild Tuesday
Tuesday 20 February, 10:30am – 12:30pm, 1:30pm – 3:30pm
NWT Cley and Salthouse Marshes.
Free activities, such as making bird feeders and decorating your own plastic-free bag. No need to book.

Feed the birds
Wednesday 21 February, 10:30am – 12pm
NWT Hickling Broad and Marshes.
NWT members £4, non-members £5 + booking fee, one accompanying adult free

Crafty Creations at Hickling Broad
Wednesday 21 February, 1:30pm – 3pm
NWT Hickling Broad and Marshes.
NWT members £4, non-members £5 + booking fee, one accompanying adult free

NWT Sweet Briar Marshes – Making space for sparrows. Bird box making workshop
Thursday 22 February, 10:30am- 12:30pm
NWT Sweet Briar Marshes
Free: Booking Essential

Bones, beaks and body bits
Thursday 22 February, 10:30am – 12:30pm
NWT Cley and Salthouse Marshes.
£5 NWT member child and £6 non-member child (+ booking fee). Accompanying adult free

Norwich Science Festival: Climate change and sustainability
Friday 23 February, 10am – 4pm (9am – 10am, quiet hour)
The Forum, Millenium Plain, Norwich NR2 1TF
Free: Drop in. Booking required for quiet hour only.

Norfolk’s Mega-Beasts Trail at Old Buckenham Country Park

Old Buckenham Country Park, Doe Lane, Old Buckenham NR17 1PP

24th July – 6th August 2023

Oversized elephants in woolly coats, deer with antlers as wide as a car and bone-crunching hyenas all made Norfolk their home. Walk the trail to discover more about the now extinct mega-fauna whose footsteps we are walking in.

01953 861466

North Norfolk Pole Experience, Pensthorpe UK

Pensthorpe Rd, Fakenham NR21 0LN

Selected dates 1st-23rd December 2023

Santa Claus is taking residence here for 9 days in December. Kick-start your Christmas celebrations with a little magic and come along to our North Norfolk Pole experience – suitable for all ages!

Adults £10.95, Children £13.95 and Under 2’s £6.95.

North Norfolk Railway

Station, North Norfolk Railway PLC, Station Approach, Sheringham NR26 8RA

Friday 29th March – Monday 1st April 2024
Steam Into Spring
Special timetable featuring three steam engines in action

Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th April 2024
Sixtieth Anniversary of Closure
Marking the closure of the line from Melton Constable to Sheringham on 6 April 1964

Book via website

North Norfolk Railway Half-Term

Station, North Norfolk Railway PLC, Station Approach, Sheringham NR26 8RA

17-25th February 2024

The North Norfolk Railway offers far more than just a train ride! Grab your tickets, watch the guard wave his green flag, listen for the sound of the whistle and a whoosh of steam as you set off on a timeless journey through some of Norfolk’s most stunning coastal scenery and beautiful countryside.

Our great value rover tickets are valid for unlimited travel allowing you to hop on and off all day!

North Norfolk Railway

Sheringham Station, North Norfolk Railway plc, Station Approach, Sheringham NR26 8RA

Norfolk Lights Express
11th November 2022 to 3rd January 2023
Arrive after dark at Sheringham Station and you’ll be greeted by the magical sight of a steam-hauled train illuminated by thousands of tiny lights.

Adults and children aged 3 and over – from £20.

Santa Specials
Weekends 25th November – 23rd December 2023 (selected days).
Enjoy a magical Christmas journey along the whole length of our line! Meet Santa and receive a special wrapped present. Complimentary refreshments served onboard for Adults & Children. Festive activity packs for each child and balloon Modellers and Entertainers

Adults and children aged 1 and over – from £26.50.

North Norfolk Railway: Spring Bank Holiday & Half-term

Station, North Norfolk Railway PLC, Station Approach, Sheringham NR26 8RA

Sat 25 May – Sun 2 June 2024

Historic steam and heritage diesel trains in action including the unique Quad-Art set of articulated teak-bodied carriages which celebrate their 100th Birthday this year!

Book via website

North Norfolk Railway: Summer Holidays

Station, North Norfolk Railway PLC, Station Approach, Sheringham NR26 8RA

2024

Make Tracks to The Sixties | Sat 20 & Sun 21 Jul

Steam and heritage diesel trains will capture the essence of the decade on the rails, while Weybourne station will play host to cars, caravans, live tribute bands and more to conjure up the atmosphere of the swinging sixties

Vintage Sundays | Suns 28 Jul – 18 Aug

The line’s magnificent train of beautifully restored Victorian carriages will run in alongside standard services

A Festival on Rails | Sat 24 Aug – Sun 1 Sept

Special intensive timetable featuring historic steam and heritage diesel trains in action

North Walsham Garden Centre Easter Bunny Trail

North Walsham Garden Centre, Nursery Drive, Norwich Road, NR28 0DR

25th, 26th and 28th of March 2024

The Easter Bunny is coming to North Walsham garden centre. Join us this Friday, Saturday and Monday to complete the Easter bunny trail.
Follow the clues around the garden centre to find the prize. Free to play. Just turn up on the day and start the trail at the garden centre entrance.

North Walsham Play Easter Egg Hunt

Memorial Park, New Rd, North Walsham NR28 9DF

Saturday 30th March 2024 9.30 – 12pm (last admission 11.30am)

Come and find the clues hidden around the Memorial Park to solve the Easter quiz. Includes goodie bag & face painting or tattoo. Berts Amazing Creatures, Fool Hardy Circus & Galactic Troppers confirmed

£4 per child. Buy tickets via website or Community Shop

North Walsham Rugby Club Halloween Fireworks Spectacular

North Walsham Rugby Club, Norwich Road, Scottow, Norfolk, NR10 5BU

Saturday October 28th 2023 4-9pm

Grand fireworks display, family fun stage with live music, dance show, angle grinding, funfair, street food market and much much more!

Tickets are available here: https://tinyurl.com/3pnt3bjc

A contribution from each ticket goes towards supporting North Walsham Rugby Club.

Norwich Brick Festival

Sportspark UEA, Norwich NR4 7TJ

5th August 2023

A LEGO fan event dedicated to all things brick! With lots to see and do including speed building competitions, large scale displays, activities, traders selling loose bricks, new LEGO sets, retired LEGO sets, mini figures & accessories plus a dedicated building area.

Book tickets via website, early bird tickets give you an hour of extra fun & a free Lego gift.

 

Norwich Castle Summer Holiday Activities

Castle St, Norwich NR1 3JU

2023

Shipwreck
Fun activities including mini RNLI uniforms & trails
Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays until 31st August

Norwich Cathedral

Norwich Cathedral, Cathedral Close, NR1 4DH

2024

Children’s Explorer Backpacks
Children aged five to 11 years old can enjoy finding out more about Norwich Cathedral with the help of our free Explorer Backpacks.

The backpacks are free to borrow and can be collected from the Cathedral’s Welcomers

Norwich Cathedral Choir Christmas

Norwich Cathedral, The Close, Norwich, NR1 4DH

15th December 2023 7.30pm

Join Norwich Cathedral Choir for a feast of festive music, both sacred and secular, with carols for choir and audience, not forgetting the great 12 Days of Christmas sing-along!

Tickets £15/£20/£25 (£5 for under 18s in side aisles).

0333 666 3366.

 

 

 

Norwich Cathedral Family Day

Norwich Cathedral, 65 The Cl, Norwich NR1 4DH

Thursday 22nd February 2024 10-12.15om or 12.45-3pm

Wall of Sound: Morning or afternoon session with workshops for Primary aged children (part of the Norwich Science Festival).

Booking essential via ticketsource.

Half-Day £3.50 for over 4s, adults and under 4s FREE

Norwich Cathedral May Half Term

Norwich NR1 4DH

2023

Children’s Craft Sessions: Cathedral Treasures
Tuesday 20th and Wednesday 31st May 2023 on the hour ever hour 10-2pm
1 Hour sessions £2.50 per child plus treasure trail around the Cathedral

Children must be accompanied by an adults. Maximum of 30 children per session, first come first served. Pay on the day (cash). Aimed at Primary aged children.

01603 218316

Norwich Cathedral October Half Term

Norwich NR1 4DH

24th, 25th and 26th October 2023 10am-2pm

Children’s activities and trail: drop-in craft sessions and trail around the Cathedral. £2.50 per child.

 

Norwich Ghost Walks

Walks begin outside the Adam and Eve pub, 17 Bishopgate, NR3 1RZ

23rd to 31st October 2023 Starting 7.30pm

Love HALLOWEEN? So do we! Join Norwich Ghost Walks and their Guild of Shadows for an evening of spine-chilling entertainment, featuring storytelling of some of the regions most HAUNTED stories. Our troop of Spooky Performers will bring stories from beyond the grave… to Life! The event takes place in the Cow Tower park. Audience will be guided on a walk through the park pathways along the river to Cow Tower and beyond, with storypoints along the way.

Tickets £15, book via website.

 

Norwich Historic Churches Trust Horrid Halloween

Events postponed in 2020 but family resources are available on the website.

Family craft resources

 

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Norwich Millennium Library Summer 2023

Norwich Millennium Library 2023

Summer Reading Challenge
The Summer Reading Challenge is a fun way to get your children excited about books and reading for pleasure. It will be running in Norfolk Libraries from 8 July to 16 September and is aimed at primary aged children, although there is a mini challenge available for under 5s too. Visit Summer Reading Challenge to find out more.

Bounce and rhyme
Bounce and rhyme sessions for babies and toddlers are back in every Norfolk library. These are free drop-in sessions with no need to book and you are welcome to stay and chat after. You can bring drinks and snacks for yourself and your child – some libraries have tea and coffee on offer too.

Story Explorers
Story Explorers is our reading club for children aged 0-5. Follow your child’s reading journey on a poster and collect stickers along the way. You’ll also get emails with tips, book recommendations and information about activities at the library. You can sign up when you join the library, or ask about Story Explorers at your local library.

Lego Clubs
Our Lego Club sessions get your children enjoying creative problem solving and having fun with other children. Most groups are suitable for children 5+, but some libraries have Duplo or welcome younger children so check with your local library.

Board Games for Families
Come along and join in with some board games. An event for all the family. No booking required.

Norwich Museums

Exclusively for people aged 25 and under who have children

A series of free visits to the Norwich Museums for you and your family. A relaxed and friendly environment with creative activities for all ages.

Strangers Hall – Thursday 20th July 2023 10.30-12.30

Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery – Thursday 17th August 2023 10.30-12.30

Museum of Norwich – Thursday 7th September 2023 10.30-12.30

Norwich Puppet Theatre Summer 2023

Norwich Puppet Theatre, St James, Whitefriars,Norwich,  Norfolk, NR3 1TN

Summer 2023 TBC, check back for details

Box Office Tel: 01603 629921

 

 

Norwich Puppet Theatre at Christmas

Norwich Puppet Theatre, St James, Whitefriars, Norwich NR3 1TN

2nd, 9th, 16th, 17th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd December 2023

Nothing makes the Christmas season special like meeting the Big Man himself. Join Father Christmas in his festive toy workshop here at the Theatre and choose your own puppet gift from his magical tree to take home with you. A Santa’s Grotto unlike any other.

Sessions can be booked for up to three children at a time. You don’t need to pay for any adults in attendance, but please note that there is a maximum of six people allowed in Father Christmas’ workshop at any one time.

This experience is recommended for children aged 2+. Children under 2 can join their older family members for free if they are not receiving a gift from Father Christmas. Please indicate this when you check out.

Tickets cost £10 for one child, £19 for two and £28 for three.

01603 629921

Norwich Puppet Theatre Easter

Norwich Puppet Theatre, St James Court, Whitefriars, NR3 1TN
2024

The Three Billy Goats Gruff
2nd April 2024

Where’s Mrs Ladybird?
3rd April 2024

Little Bo Peep
5th April 2024

The Treetop Restaurant
7th April 2024

How to Catch a Book Witch
8th April 2024

Cardboard Carnival
10th April 2024

Moonsmile
12th April 2024

Wood Owl and the Box Of Wonders
13th April 2024

The Zoo That Comes To You
14th April 2024

01603 629921.

Norwich Puppet Theatre May Half-Term

Norwich Puppet Theatre, St James Court, Whitefriars, NR3 1TN
2024

DIG!
27th May 2024
Join us for a gentle first theatre experience, perfect for the very young with music, rhythm and singing.
This is a production for ages approx. 6 months – 2 years old.
Running time approx 30 mins.
£15 adult and child together / £10 additional adult

Finders Keepers
28th May 2024
Full of original music and lots of mystical fun, this 45 minute adventure will inspire even the most intrepid explorer.
This production is recommended for ages 4-7
Running time: Approx 45 minutes with no interval
The 11am shows are open to all ages, meaning those under 2 can attend. Tickets for under 2s are free, but must be booked. Adults £12 Children £10

George and the Dragon
30th May 2024
Beware! In a cave under the castle lurks a fiery dragon waiting to devour monks, knights, sheep and …princesses – will George be bold enough to challenge it , or will he run away?
This production is recommended for ages 5+
Running time: Approx 45 minutes with no interval
The 11am shows are open to all ages, meaning those under 2 can attend. Tickets for under 2s are free, but must be booked. Adults £12 Children £10

The Tales of Robin Hood
31st May 2024
The Tales of Robin Hood is guaranteed to be more fun than The Plague and entirely suitable for young, old and the middle ages!
This production is recommended for ages 4+
Running time: Approx 45 minutes with no interval
The 11am shows are open to all ages, meaning those under 2 can attend. Tickets for under 2s are free, but must be booked. Adults £12 Children £10

01603 629921

Norwich Science Festival

17th-24th February 2024

Expect intriguing discoveries, inspiring talks, engaging exhibitions and much more! Deep dives and debates, cutting-edge research, and lots of hands-on family fun!

Breathe
Saturday 17th February 2024 1-2pm
Norwich Theatre, Stage Two
Experience a story told from the perspective of an acorn: the hectic forest floor, thrumming underworlds and dazzling heights of ice branches.
Adult £12 \ Child £9.50
Age Suitability: 5+

Maddie’s Wildlife Rangers
Saturday 17th February 2024 2.30-3.30pm
Norwich Theatre Royal
Get ready as BAFTA award winning presenter, author, and YouTuber Maddie Moate takes you on a journey into the fascinating world of animals and conservation.
£10-13.50
Age 6+

Dr Daniel Olaiya’s Scientific Space Adventure!
Sunday 18th February 2024 2-3pm
Norwich Theatre Playhouse
Step into a world where medicine meets the cosmos, for a show that combines cutting-edge technology, big experiments, and the wonder of space exploration.
Adult £16 \ Child £11
Age Suitability: 6-12 years

The Great Big Dinosaur Show
Tuesday 20th February 2024 2-3pm
Norwich Theatre, Stage Two
Which dinosaur menaced the seas instead of the land? Which dinosaur was barely the size of a dog, and which made a noise like a goat playing a didgeridoo? And what could a CHICKEN possibly be doing in The Great Big Dinosaur Show?!
Adult £12 \ Child £10

How to Build a Racing Car with Fran Scott
Friday 23rd Febraury 2024 11-12pm and 2-3pm
Epic Studios
We’re going full throttle into the science behind racing cars in this family stage show with TV engineer and pyrotechnician, Fran Scott – exploring the processes, shape, and materials that make them such a feat of engineering.
£5
Age 6+

What Does Stuff Do?
Friday 23rd February 2024 7-8pm
Norwich Theatre, Stage Two
Juggler, water-bender, and part-time deep-thinker Robin Dale presents his award-winning debut show.
Adult £12 \ Child £9.50
Age Suitability: 12+

Visit the website for full details and booking

Norwich Theatre Easter Holidays

Norwich Theatre Royal, Theatre St, Norwich NR2 1RL

Shrek the Musical
26th March – 30th March 2024

Cardboard Creations: Build a Stage Set
Tuesday 9th April 2024 10-3pm
A FREE drop-in session for families to explore building new worlds from reclaimed materials.

Norwich Theatre Stage Two Theatre St, Norwich NR2 1RL
Dance Day (Ages 7-10)
Wednesday 10th April 2024 9.30-12.30 & 1.30-4.30pm
£25 per child

Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
13th April 2024 14:00
Sold Out

Book via website

Norwich Theatre Family Festival

Playhouse 42 – 58 St Georges St, Norwich NR3 1AB

30th August 2023
Silly Stories Club
Ages 5-7 £7

31st August 2023
Tots Drama
Age 2-4 £7

31st August 2023
Play at the Playhouse
Ages 7-14 £20

1st September 2023
Musical Theatre Song
Ages 10-15 £7

Norwich Theatre Royal, Theatre St, Norwich NR2 1RL

1-5th August 2023
Annie £10-£59

28th July – 1st September 2023
Sensory Story Time FREE
Experiment with a collection of tactile objects designed to stimulate sensory and imaginative play for little ones and their grown ups. Drop in Friday above the café.

Norwich Track Play SUPER EVENT with Bouncy Castle

City College Norwich (Sports Hall), Ipswich Road, Norwich, NR2 2LJ. Free Parking available

February 18, 2024

Bring your kids along to play with our giant train tracks! We have different time slots to suit all, with limited places at each one to ensure everyone has plenty of space to play.

Various sessions available, book via website. Tickets from £7.50 per child per Hour (adults free)

Norwich Yoga Festival

Whitlingham Country Park, Whitlingham Ln, Trowse Newton, Norwich NR14 8TR

Saturday 5th August 2023

Norwich Yoga Festival is all about celebrating both Wellness and Norfolk. We come together as a group of local businesses to share the benefits of yoga, mindfulness, breath work and more. We also have an ever-growing group of incredible vendors offering a huge range of services, products and delicious foods that we can’t wait for you to explore.

The Kids Corner Line up:

  • 9:30am – Yoga with Amber
  • 10:15am – The Yoga Feed
  • 11:00am – Kids Zumba with Asha
  • 11:45pm – Story time Yoga
  • 12:30pm – The Yoga Feed
  • 1:15pm – CrossFit Kids
  • 2:00pm – Yoga with Amber

Visit website for full details & tickets

Not So Creepy Crawlies at Holkham

Holkham Hall, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, NR23 1AB

Saturday 21st to Sunday 29th October 2023

Come and join us this Halloween for pumpkin carving, storytelling, web weaving and more! Step through Holkham’s 259-year-old door and take part in the Haunted Hunt, meet Bert’s amazing creatures in the Walled Garden and uncover members of the squash family tree in Holkham Stories. Grab your spooky map and explore our estate, and keep a look out for the creepy crawlies made out of pumpkins as you go!

In the Walled Garden Open daily 10am-5pm. Standard admission applies.

Bert’s Amazing Creatures – Be brave and meet Bert’s Amazing Creatures in the Event Room – there’ll be reptiles, hedgehogs, tarantulas and many other weird and wonderful creatures to observe.

Pumpkin Carving – Collect your pumpkin and get carving… don’t worry about the mess, we’ll compost it! £4 per pumpkin, including use of all tools and a tealight.

Weave a Spider Web – Weave a web for a spider in the Ed Shed or take part in our giant spider weaving activity!

In Holkham Stories Open daily, 10am-5pm. Standard admission applies.

Ding, ding, ding! – Take part in our predator or prey activity and identify whose top of the food chain!

Spot the Squash – Find out about the squash family tree. How many squashes can you find as you journey around the exhibition?

In Holkham Hall Open Sunday 22nd, Monday 23rd, Thursday 26th and Sunday 29th October, 11am-5pm (last entry 4pm). Standard admission applies.

Story time – Every hour from 11.30am. Settle down to a seasonal, spellbinding story with the Yarnsmith of Norwich, Dave Tong.

Haunted Hunt – Explore the hall, and keep your eyes peeled for some spooky objects as you look around. Can you spot them all?

Brilliant Bats – Get creative in the Old Kitchen and make a bat to take home with you!

Ropes Course
Can you think of a better way to immerse yourself in the wild woodlands this autumn than to climb up amongst the rustling leaves themselves? Are you brave enough to make the climb?

The Ropes Course is open daily, weather dependent. £21 per person. Pre-booking recommended. Book your tickets here.

Cycle Hire
Explore all corners of Holkham Park on a two-wheeled adventure. Look out for our herd of deer, pedal through the puddles, and enjoy all autumn has to offer in the park.

Cycle Hire is open daily, 9am – 5pm, last hire at 3pm. Adult bikes from £12, Child bikes from £10. No need to pre book, subject to availability on the day.

Visit www.holkham.co.uk

Notre Dame Prep School

Notre Dame Preparatory School, 147 Dereham Road, Norwich, NR2 3TA

We do operate a Holiday Club to assist parents during holiday periods.  We accept children from across the area.

Contact 01603 625593 for more information.

Olaf Falafel’s Super Stupid Show

29th October 2023 2.30pm

Norwich Theatre Playhouse, 42 – 58 St Georges St, Norwich NR3 1AB

Join comedian and children’s author Olaf Falafel for an hour of kid’s comedy which is now 20% more stupider than ever before. There will be truth-telling cheese, fishing, ducks, bumbags, sausages and maybe some drawing. Family- friendly frivolity that will leave you feeling a lot less intelligent than when you walked in, from one of the masters of the (stupid) art.

01603 630 000

Old Buckenham Airshow 2023

Old Buckenham Airfiled, Abbey Rd, Old Buckenham NR17 1PU

Sat 29 July 2023 10am – Sunday 30th July 2023

A funfair, food village, bar and beer festival, classic cars, military display and your chance to take to the skies in a Cessna 172  or a T-6 Texan. Of course, there are also stunning air displays throughout the weekend.

Tickets must be booked in advance. Under 12s are free. Day tickets are £37.50 for adults and £21.25 for those aged 12 to 16. Visit oldbuckenhamairshow.com to book.

Old Buckenham Airshow

Old Buckenham Airfield, Abbey Road, Old Buckenham, NR17 1PU

27th & 28th July 2024

First Airshow ever with an electric aircraft formation display; first ever all solar powered airshow air display. After a record breaking, history making 2023, we’ve come up with a plan as to what to do next.

Visit website for details

Old Buckenham Country Park Easter Weekend!

Doe Ln, Old Buckenham, Attleborough NR17 1PP

29 Mar 2024, 09:00 – 01 Apr 2024, 16:00

A Easter Egg Trail will be available for everyone, which is a self-led trail that you can start from OB Cafe that sends you on just under a mile long walk around the park. Fill in your trail sheets and win a free prize!

Old Buckenham Country Park: Pick Your Own Bouquet

Doe Ln, Old Buckenham, Attleborough NR17 1PP

4th June – 17th September 2023

Wednesdays and Sundays 10-2pm

Old Buckenham Country Park Skull and Cross Bones Trail

Doe Ln, Old Buckenham, Attleborough NR17 1PP

Saturday 21st-29th October 2023

It’s Halloween so let’s dig up some bones and skulls! But can you put the flesh on those bones and work out what animal they belonged to? When you finish the trail, why not play a game of skulls and crosses.

All trails and activities here are free and welcome to be enjoyed by everyone. The coffee shop will be open for light snacks and refreshments.

Old Buckenham Hot Air Balloon Festival

Old Buckenham Country Park, Doe Lane , Old Buckenham, England, NR17 1PP

9th August 2024, 10am – 11th August 2024, 10pm

Tickets on sale 10am Wednesday 10th January 2024

A fantastic 3 day weekend, showcasing the wonders of the the hot air balloon world with Friday and Saturday Night Lights and early morning flights Saturday and Sunday, also filling the weekend with great local street food truck and beer festival.

01953 861466

 

Open Weekend at West Raynham Control Tower

Blenheim Way, NR21 7PL

27-28th May 2023 10-4pm

Younger children can enjoy searching the displays for some Dinky jet fighters whilst the adults learn all about the fascinating history of RAF West Raynham.

Parking and entry are free. Tour tickets £2 per person, under 16s free.

 

Opera Unwrapped for Christmas

St Andrew’s Hall, St Andrew’s Plain, Norwich NR3 1AU

15th December 2023 7.30-9.50pm

Celebrate Christmas with Into Opera and Britten Sinfonia in a magical evening of festive music. Expect to be immersed in laughter and sumptuous music as our singers ‘unwrap’ music for you. sharing stories, which truly bring the art-form of opera to life.

Pre-Book via website, tickets £12-£30

Ormesby, Scratby & California Community Summer Fete

All Saints Parish Hall & Grounds, Scratby NR29 3AJ

22nd July 2023 11am-10.30pm

AB Enchanted, Free donkey rides, Norwich Star Wars UK, Mini Funfair Rides, RUFF Dog Agility & Show, Phoenix Birds of Prey Rescue, Vikings plus Archery range, Kev’s Puppets & Pipes, fun, games and Music with Carrie

Visit Facebook event for details.

Outdoor Cinema at Dereham

Fleece Meadow, Dereham NR19 1AD

Saturday 19th August 2023

Encanto 1pm (U)

Grease 3.30pm (PG)

The Greatest Showman 6pm (PG)

Food Trucks & Bar available, bring something comfortable to sit on! Picnics welcome.

Outdoor Cinema @ Eaton Park

Eaton Park, Norwich NR4 7AU

25th August 2023 12-5pm

Kids movie club showing Matilda The Musical & The Greatest Showman also featuring kids fun zone (extra charge), global street food market and a licensed bar (with kids mocktails).

Tickets from £9, kids 0-15 years old go free with a paying adult.

 

Plantation Gardens Outdoor Cinema, Movies in MoonLight

Earlham Road, Norwich NR2 3DB

2023

Friday 25th August 7pm PG
The Little Mermaid (2023)

Saturday 26th August 7pm 15
Baz Luhrmann’s Romeo & Juliet

Sunday 27th August 7pm 12A
Jaws

Friday 1st September 7pm 15
Mad Max: Fury Road

Saturday 2nd September 7pm PG
The Super Mario Bros. Movie

Book tickets via Picture House website.

Christmas at The Maddermarket

Christmas 2023

The Maddermarket Theatre, St. John’s Alley, Norwich, NR2 1DR

1st December 2023 – 3rd December 2023
XMAS Pop Party
Tis the season to be jolly, so kick off your Christmas the right way and join us this December for the Ultimate Festive Family Party Show!
PRICE FROM £15.00

4th December 2023 – 5th December 2023
A Christmas Cracker
Phoenix Voices present A Christmas Cracker of an afternoon of Christmas Words and Music.
PRICE FROM £13.00

15th December 2023 – 30th December 2023
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
This big-hearted adaptation brings to life the story we know and love while restoring the sublime details and dark edges of L. Frank Baum’s wondrous vision.
PRICE FROM £14.50

Book your tickets now – https://maddermarket.co.uk

Pathmakers Walking Festival

2023

Pathmakers are running a walking festival in October with a variety of family-friendly walks.

Find out about Fungi
22nd October 2023 10.30-12.30pm & 1.30-3.30pm
Find out more about the fascinating fungi to be found on an autumnal amble around the National Trust’s Blickling Park. Discover more about Fungi and their fruits; what they are, why they occur and their importance in the world.
Distance – 2 miles
Meeting point – Woodgate Car Park, Blickling Estate, NR11 6PY (this is not the main car park)

RSPB Titchwell Discover the wonders of nature
23rd October 2023 10.30-12.30pm
Join us for a short walk through woodland and reedbed habitats, past bird-filled lagoons and on to one of Norfolk’s most scenic beaches. Along the way you’ll be introduced to a wide variety of wildlife, including seasonal favourites such as wading and water birds, autumnal fungi and over wintering shoreline birds.
Distance – 2 miles
Meeting point – Welcome Hub Courtyard

Water Wander: Creatively Exploring Blue Space
24th October 2023 11-1pm
Join artist Rachel Wright from Under Open Sky on a photographic exploration of the watery spaces of Great Yarmouth seafront. Taking in the Venetian Waterways, the beach and the sea, the creative prompts along the route will help you notice and connect with the environment in a relaxed way.
Distance – 2 miles
Meeting point – Outside public toilets near Beach Terrace Tea Room.

Thetford’s River Tales: Work and Play
25th October 2023 10.30-12.30pm
This short accessible family friendly walk follows the two rivers that run through Thetford, the river Thet and the river Little Ouse. We will have activities along the walk for all of the family, and we will hear stories about having fun in the rivers – swimming, boating and fishing – and see buildings from Thetford’s industrial past where they survive.
Distance – 1 mile
Meeting point – The orange lifebuoy next to the former Thetford Coffee Mill, located next to School Lane Car park

A Walking Museum Gt Yarmouth
27th October 2023 1-3.30pm
A creative walk with Rachel Wright from Under Open Sky, connecting objects from the Tide and Time museum collections to the world outside. In this relaxed workshop you will have the chance to ‘take an object for a walk’ – have fun getting creative and exploring the beachfront.
Distance – 1 mile
Meeting point – Time and Tide Museum Reception

Visit website to book tickets, prices vary by walk.

Pensthorpe Creatures of the Night

 Pensthorpe Rd, Fakenham NR21 0LN

21st-29th October 2023

Join us for a hair-raising Halloween this October half term with two terrifying trails offering a ghoulish abundance of fun; pumpkin carving (£3), and Halloween themed craft activities!

Book via website

 

Pensthorpe Giant Easter Egg Hunt

Pensthorpe Rd, Fakenham NR21 0LN

28th March – 14th April 2024

Get ready for a CRACKING time at our Easter Hols trail! Find our GIANT 4 FOOT TALL, 3d eggs around the park with HEAPS of fun, with lots of learning too for an EGG-cellent family day out.

Book via website.

Pensthorpe: Snowy Survivors Winter Trail

Pensthorpe Rd, Fakenham NR21 0LN

2nd-31st December 2023

Brrr…Get your woolly explorer hats on, ready for our Christmas trail in WildRootz! Follow the trail to discover whether our animals hibernate, adapt or migrate to survive the winter. Get them all correct and you will get a prize.

Book tickets via website.

Pensthorpe Summer 2023

Pensthorpe Rd, Fakenham NR21 0LN

22nd July – 5th September 2023

We’ve partnered with Thebugparc for our ‘Attack, Eat or Defend’ trail, where they can learn all about fantastic creatures and their defence, eating and attacking mechanisms…with a few added gross bits thrown it. Plus pond dipping, flamingo talks, and natural history pop-ups to guides in the hide, making your own gross nature crafty bugs, and outdoor and indoor play areas.

Summer 2023: return for half price, visit from 7th August – 31st August 2023 and receive 50% voucher to return again before 5th September 2023

 

Pensthorpe: Wildlife in Wonderland Sensory Trail

Pensthorpe Rd, Fakenham NR21 0LN

May 27th to June 4th 2023

This unique trail is designed to stimulate all of your senses, and it’s full of nods to the classic story of Alice in Wonderland. Whether you’re as fast as a hare or as calm as a caterpillar make sure to touch, smell, taste, see, and hear the natural world around you.

  • Free crafts
  • Flamingo talks
  • Pond dipping

Book tickets via website

Big Norfolk Holiday Fun at Easter

Big Norfolk Holiday Fun is back for Easter! Activities will take place over the Easter holidays between 2nd – 12th April 2024.

These activities include multi-sports, dance, theatre, arts and crafts, and much more!

Book your place via website

Peter Pan-themed activities, King’s Lynn

St George’s Guildhall, 29 King Street, King’s Lynn, PE30 1HA

20-23rd February 2024

St George’s Guildhall is inviting youngsters on a magical adventure to Neverland over the school holidays. The events are Play-in-a-Day (February 20, 10.30am-2.30pm, ages 11-18), The Dragon Arts Holiday Club (February 22, 10am-1pm, ages 5-11) and Peter Pan Family Sessions (February 23, 10.30am and 12.30pm, ages 4-11 and accompanying adults required who go free).

Price: £2-£3, book at guildhall events website.

Peter Rabbit™ Word Trail at Chantry Place

40-46 St Stephens St, Norwich NR1 3SH

Saturday 23rd March – Sunday 14th April 2024

We are partnering with Orchard Toys to bring families a brand new trail inspired by THE WORLD OF PETER RABBIT™ this spring at Chantry Place. The Peter Rabbit World Trail event is free for families.

Pettitts Animal Adventure Park May Half Term

Pettitt’s Animal Adventure Park, Church Rd, Reedham, Norwich NR13 3UA

Family adventure park with domestic and exotic animals, kids’ rides, live entertainment and a cafe, Now open. Booking is essential. Fun rides and Jurassic Golf included in admission price.

 

 

Pettitts Animal Adventure Park Summer Fun

Pettitts  Adventure park, Church Rd, Reedham, Norwich, NR13 3UA

Thursday 21st July to Sunday 4th September 2023

The park will be packed with family fun throughout the school holidays. There will be live entertainment daily at 2pm, Punch and Judy on certain days and daily animal petting sessions.

Character Events: Bluey 23rd July 2023, Cocomelon 12th August 2023, Baby Shark 27th August 2023

Usual entry prices apply.

01493 700094

Pettitts at Easter

Pettitts Animal Adventure Park, NR13 3UA

28th March – 14th April 2024

Easter Egg-Stravaganza: Bluey 30th March, Cocomelon 7th April, Paddington 14th April, The Temple Theatre Daily Live shows featuring Ranger Jake & Maxi Mouse. Punch & Judy show on the Pettitts Village Green.

Pettitts Pumpkin Pickin’

Pettitts Animal Adventure Park, Church Rd, NR13 3UA Reedham

21st-29th October 2023

Enjoy FREE Halloween Pumpkin Pickin’  from 22nd October – 30th October.

All paying children get to pick a pumpkin from the Pumpkin Patch. Take it to the carving area using your own little wheelbarrow and the carving team will be on hand to help you create, carve & keep your spooky pumpkin!
That’s not all, there are daily spooky Halloween shows at the Temple Theatre.

 

Pirate Musical Theatre Workshop

The Seagull, Morton Road NR33 0JH

1st-2nd April 2024 9.30-12.30pm: Reception to Year 4

1st-2nd April 2024 1-4pm: Year 5 to Year 8

£5 per day.

Pleasurewood Chills

Leisure Way, Corton, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 5DZ

21st to 29th October 2023

It’s time to enjoy a spooktacular half term on the East Coast, come and enjoy fang-tastic fun for all the family at Pleasurewood Chills. The park undergoes a creepy crawlie make over as we celebrate Halloween.

Contact 01502 586000 for more information

Pleasurewood Hill Dino Time

30th May – 1st June 2024

Leisure Way, Lowestoft NR32 5DZ

Dino Time…They’re Back!

Pleasurewood Hills Summer Holidays

Leisure Way, Lowestoft NR32 5DZ

20th July – 1st September 2024: The Big Top is Back, daily shows

Plus Saturdays in August, Bubbles & Beats

 

Pleasurewood Hills Woody’s Eggcellent Adventure

29th-31st March 2024

Leisure Way, Lowestoft NR32 5DZ

Solve the Clues and Win Prizes

Pop’s Meadow Kids Amusement Park & Cafe

Pavilion Road, Gorleston NR31 6BY

FREE entry from Saturday 21st October to Saturday 29th October 2023, daily from 10am

A children’s outdoor amusement park with outdoor play centre, bungee trampolines, a selection of rides and an on site cafe serving hot and cold food, ice creams, cakes plus hot and cold drinks.

Open weekends throughout September & October

Poringland Community Fireworks

Poringland Community Land, The Ridings, Poringland

NR14 7WA

Saturday 4th November 2023 4-9pm

Tickets: Advance Price: £8 adults, £4 children on sale 1st October 2023

Tickets available from the parish office

Facebook @poringlandpc

Premier Education Holiday Camps

Our Holiday Camps are designed to keep your kids active throughout the school holidays, introduce them to new and exciting activities, and create a fun-filled experience that will stick with them for years to come.

Make their half-term fun, physical and one to remember!

Camps run at multiple locations across Norfolk, visit our website to find a holiday camp near you.

01953 499040

Pro Coach Sports Camps

City Academy Norwich, 299 Bluebell Rd, Norwich NR4 7LP

Our Activity camps are for children ranging from 5-11 years old (school yrs Reception – Yr 6) and offer a wide range of activities and games to enjoy. Your child can try a wide variety of sports including swimming, keep fit, archery, ball sports, tennis, shooting hoops in basketball, and dodge balls plus many more more fun games.

Contact 077867 499407  for further information.

Puggles Christmas Party

Bunwell Village Hall, 10 The Turnpike, Bunwell, Norwich NR16 1SW

13th December 2023 10-12pm

Santa is coming to say hi! Food and a gift for children with hot drinks for adults too.

£3 entry: book online via PayPal

 

Queen of Hearts Garden Trail

Somerleyton Hall, Lovingland, Suffolk NR32 5QQ

Saturday 17 – Sunday 25 Feb 2024 10am – 4pm

Join us for a February half term adventure and discover hidden hearts throughout our gardens and maze. Fun for the whole family! Reward yourselves afterwards in our tea rooms with some delicious homemade treats.

Book via website, £5.95 – £9.95

Queens Platinum Jubilee Messy Church

SATURDAY, MAY 21, 2022 AT 4 PM – 5:30 PM

Reffley Community Hall

Come and join us to celebrate the Queens Platinum Jubilee at Messy Church. We shall have lots of fun crafts and games followed by afternoon tea style buffet.
Please book in so we know numbers.
Email smilebriony@aol.com or 07958553310

National Wildlife Trust (NWT) Summer 2023

Norfolk Wildlife Trust Summer 2023
Check website for full details for each venue including dates / times

NWT Sweet Briar Marshes, Norwich
Treemendous Trees: Trees are tremendous! Join us to find out why, and take part in this fun-filled session about Sweet Briar Marshes’ woodland wildlife. Free, booking required.

NWT Hickling Broad and Marshes
Miraculous Minibeasts: Join us at NWT Hickling Broad, while we forage among the foliage and search between the sedge for any minibeast which may be waiting. We’ll be there with our bits and bobs to catch any bug or beast for a closer inspection. £3 NWT members, £3.50 non-members plus booking fee, booking required.

Dyke Dipping: Join us and learn about the wonderful wildlife that can be found in the dykes. The experts will be on hand to help you tell your boatman from your beetle larvae. £3 NWT members, £3.50 non-members plus booking fee, booking required.

Crafty Creations: Join us to create woodland works of art; look out for wildlife as we collect natural materials, then use these materials together with some clay to create masterpieces. £3 NWT members, £3.50 non-members plus booking fee (Reserve fee entry for non-members)

Toddler Session (18 months to 5 years): Join us for a wildlife-focussed and play-based session for parents and toddlers at our new urban nature reserve!

NWT Cley and Salthouse Marshes
Fantastic Minibeasts and Where to Find Them: Join us at our custom-built platform and learn about the wonderful wildlife that can be found in ponds and dykes. We will help you learn your boatman from your beetle larvae. £4 children plus booking fee (accompanying adult free), booking required.

Brilliant Birds: Learn about our brilliant birds here at Cley Marshes! We will show you how to use binoculars and then we will spend time spotting some of our rare and special birds on the reserve. £4 children (accompanying adult free) + booking fee, booking required.

Natural Wonder Poetry Trail: Take part in the Natural Wonder Trail which sees poetry by writer Ruthie Collins inspired by nature, biodiversity and the landscape of Norfolk, installed across Norfolk. Free, booking required.

Marvellous Moths: Join us as we open our moth traps and be amazed at the beauty, variety and extraordinary markings of the amazing moths that live around Cley Marshes.. £3 children (accompanying adult free) + booking fee

Free Family Fun Day: Enjoy free entry to the reserve, for every child and their accompanying adult, all day. We will also be offering free hands-on activities in our Education Centre. In these summer months, you can also join us from 10:30am – 12:30pm and 1:30 – 3:30pm as we hunt for freshwater beasties at our pond-dipping platform. No need to book.

Bird Mobile Making Workshop with Alice Lee: Alice Lee (Parallel Point) will lead a fun workshop colouring her bird designs and making your own bird mobile to take home. All ages and skill levels welcome. No need to book

NWT Upton Broad and Marshes
A Summer Stroll at Upton Broad and Marshes: Enjoy a guided walk around our stunning Upton Broad and Marshes reserve with our volunteer guide. Free, booking required.

NWT Ranworth Broad and Marshes
Dyke Dipping: Join us and learn about the wonderful wildlife that can be found in the dykes. The experts will be on hand to help you tell your boatman from your beetle larvae. £3 NWT members, £3.50 non-members plus booking fee, booking required.

Bones and Body Bits: Look at our natural history collection and learn how to tell the difference between a deer and fox skull, which rodents have eaten which nuts and how to identify what an owl has digested.£3 NWT members, £3.50 non-members + booking fee, booking required.

NWT Foxley Wood
Tremendous Trees: Join us at NWT Foxley Wood and learn all about the tremendous trees which can be found in Norfolk’s largest ancient woodland. £3 NWT members, £3.50 non-members + booking fee, booking required.

Miraculous Minibeasts: Join us at NWT Foxley, while we forage among the foliage and search between the sedge for any minibeast which may be waiting. We’ll be there with our bits and bobs to catch any bug or beast for a closer inspection. £3 NWT members, £3.50 non-members + booking fee, booking required.

Guided Butterfly Walk: Come and join our volunteer Becky on a guided walk around fabulous Foxley Wood, trying to catch a glimpse of the beautiful Purple Emperor and discovering other butterflies along the way. Free, donations welcome.

NWT Holme Dunes
Holme’s Marvellous Moths: Join us as we open our moth traps and be amazed by the variety, beauty and extraordinary markings of the moths that live on the reserve. Free (adult non-member entry fee applies to the reserve). Booking not required.

Searching for Sharks: Meet us at NWT Holme Dunes as we partake on a very different type of egg hunt searching for sharks’ egg cases, more commonly known as mermaid purses. Come along and help us identify which sharks can be found off the coast of Norfolk. £3 NWT members, £3.50 non-members plus booking fee. Non-member car park charge applies.

Sea Dipping: Today we will be plunging for prawns and dunking for dabs, as we go sea dipping at NWT Holme Dunes. £3 NWT members, £3.50 non-members + booking fee. Non-member car park fee applies.

Searching for Sharks: Meet us at NWT Holme Dunes as we search for sharks’ egg cases, more commonly known as mermaid purses. Come along and help us identify what sharks can be found off the coast of Norfolk. £3 NWT members, £3.50 non-members plus booking fee. Non-member car park charge applies.

NWT Thorpe Marshes
Dyke Dipping: Join us and learn about the wonderful wildlife that can be found in the dykes. The experts will be on hand to help you tell your boatman from your beetle larvae. Free, Booking not required.

West Runton Beach
Rockpool Rummaging: Once again we are rummaging in the rockpools of West Runton in search of life. Come along with sturdy shoes and keen eyes to help us carefully investigate the secrets of the seashore. If you don’t know a barnacle from a belemnite the experts will be on hand to identify your finds. £3 NWT members, £3.50 non-members plus booking fee, Charge for car park, booking required.

Fascinating Fossils: You will not believe the creatures that used to call Norfolk home! Come along and see the remains of some of the amazing beasts that were found here millions of years ago.£3 NWT members, £3.50 non members plus booking fee. Charge for the car park, booking required.

Children’s Wildlife Watch: Rockpools and Rocks: Join us for the only Saturday of the year when we are at West Runton, rummaging in the rockpools for marine life and rooting through rocks for fossils. £4 Watch members, £6 non-members + booking fee, one accompanying adult free (charge for car park)

NWT Pigneys Wood
Bones and Body Bits: Look at our natural history items and learn how to tell the difference between a fox and badger skull, which rodents have eaten which nuts and learn how to identify what an owl has eaten. £3 NWT members, £3.50 non-members + booking fee.

Miraculous minibeasts: Join us at NWT Pigneys Wood, while we forage among the foliage and search between the shrubs for any minibeast which may be waiting. We’ll be there with our bits and bobs to catch any bug or beast for a closer inspection. £3 NWT members, £3.50 non-members + booking fee.

Sandringham Estate
NWT family activities stand: Come and see us at the Sandringham estate for some fun nature-themed drop-in activities for children! Drop In

 

 

 

 

Really Wild Family Day: Half-term Pond Dipping

RSPB Strumpshaw Fen, Low Rd, Strumpshaw NR13 4HS

31st May 2023 10-12.30pm

The theme of this wild family day is ponds! Come along and find some of the most fantastic and ferocious beats that live beneath the surface – will you be lucky enough to find mighty dragonfly nymphs, water scorpions or the magnificent great silver diving beetles?

£3.50 for RSPB members. £4 for non-members plus entry fees to the reserve for non-members.

Really Wild Family Days

RSPB Strumpshaw Fen, Low Rd, Strumpshaw, Norwich NR13 4HS

Every Friday from 28th July 2023 to 1st September 2023, 10-12.30pm

This is a wild event the whole family can enjoy together. We will be exploring our ponds, woodland and meadow with hands-on activities to make sure you get up close to the wildlife that lives there. No need to pre-book, just turn up and pay on the day.

£3.50 for RSPB Members, £4 for non-members plus entry fee to the reserve for non members.

01603715191

Rebecca Durrant Photography Santa Experience

Unit 1, White House Farm, Norwich, NR13 6LB

The Santa Experience (10 Minutes)

For £20 you get:
10 spectacular minutes with Santa, Candy cane off the tree
Personalised nice list certificate for every child, Gift for every child, Visit sticker
Private online viewing gallery of your children’s experience
Option to purchase digital photos with full print release
Option to upgrade and turn your favourite image into personalised Christmas cards

07717174331

Redlands House Care Home Halloween Party

134 Reepham Rd, Norwich NR6 5PB

Saturday 28th October 2023 3pm

Join us at Redlands House for a buffet, fancy dress competition (adults and children), bag of sweets

All proceed to the residents amenities fund

£5 Adult and £2.50 Children

Redwings Horse Sanctuary Summer 2023

Redwings Horse Sanctuary, Spa Lane, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6UE

Situated in idyllic Norfolk countryside, Redwings Aylsham is home to almost 90 residents including real-life Black Beauty Maya, donkey duo Wiggins and Wacko, and Redwings’ notorious herd of Shetlands, “The Gangsters”.

Visitors welcome every day, 10am till 4pm (paddocks close at 3.30pm), including Bank Holidays.. Play area, Café and gift shop on site. Free to enter but donations are welcome, please book a time slot in advance.

 

Roarr! Dippy’s Egg-cellent Easter

Roarr! Dinosaur Adventure, Lenwade, NR9 5JE

28th March – 1st April 2024

This Easter, ROARR! will transform into a choco-saurus egg-stravaganza, with golden tickets hidden around the Park!

Contact 01603 876310

ROARR! Fantasy February

ROARR! Lenwade, Norwich NR9 5JE

17th – 25th February 2024

This February half-term, get ready for a NEW event at ROARR! Visit the Park from the 17th – 25th February 2024 and enjoy your favourite attractions such as Dinomite Indoor Play, Secret Animal Garden, Dippy’s Raceway and more!

Tickets: £15.95 for adults & children over 90cm, concessions £12.75, child under 90cm free

Robin Hood at Sheringham Little Theatre

2 Station Rd, Sheringham NR26 8RE

13th December 2024 – 4th January 2025

Don’t miss the ultimate pantomime adventure Robin Hood. Join the heroic outlaw, the arrow-shooting hero Robin Hood, as he strives to win the hand of the beautiful Maid Marion. Will Robin and his trusty Merry Crew outwit the evil Sheriff of Nottingham?

Royal Families – Crown Making

Stage Two, Theatre St, Norwich NR2 1RL

20th February 2024 10.30am

A chance for the whole family to celebrate the return of Six The Musical to Norwich and explore Tudor history by creating a dazzling array of crowns and accessories from unconventional materials.

Running time: 1 hour / Age recommendation: 4 – 6 year olds with adults

Price:£7 per child with one free adult ticket / £2.50 per additional adult

RSPB Strumpshaw Fen

RSPB Strumpshaw Fen, Low Road, Strumpshaw, Norwich NR13  4HS

17th February 2024 10-4pm

Calling all wild explorers! Join in with our free nature detective trail out on the reserve. Pick up your wild challenge sheet from reception and learn how to track wildlife, looking for clues such as poo, footprints, feathers and fur.

01603 715191

 

Russells International Circus

Great Yarmouth NR30 4AU

24th May – 4th June 2023 2pm-6pm

Bring the kids down to see an award-winning family circus guaranteed to surprise and delight. The show is approximately two hours long and includes pirates, lasers and feats of strength  and skill that will keep children and adults alike entertained, with a great family day out.

Turn Up or Book Ahead: Tickets £8-£22

07752218805

Russells International Circus

Cookie’s Car Boot Site, Cromer Rd, Sheringham NR26 8SQ

27th March – 14th April 2024

Russells International Circus is back this year with a brand new Show for 2024. The breathtaking two hour performance is jam-packed with mesmerising aerial displays, jaw-dropping stunts, world-class comedy and much, much more.

Visit website to book.

Sainsbury Centre: Keeping it Regal

Sainsbury Centre, UEA, NR4 7TJ

Sunday 5th June 11am-3pm

FREE

Come and join in with some fun, creative, Jubilee-inspired activities at the Sainsbury Centre. Why not bring a picnic to enjoy in the Sculpture Park?

Drop-in workshops, trails and more for 3-11-year-olds and their families.

 

 

Sandringham Easter Egg Trail

Sandringham, Norfolk PE35 6EN

Easter Sunday 31 March 2024, 10.30am-2.30pm

Find hidden clues around the Royal Parkland and enjoy a chocolate egg at the end of the trail provided by Kinnerton Confectionery.

Proceeds to support EAAA with 10% of proceeds used for other charitable needs identified by Priory Rotary Club.

Santa at Highway Garden & Leisure

Highway Garden & Leisure, Loddon Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR14 7PW

From 18th November – 24th December 2023 (dates vary depending on experience)

You’ll be spoilt for choice if you want to see Santa this year. He can visit you over breakfast, join you for afternoon tea or you can pay a visit to his grotto!

Grotto visits £13.95 per child

Breakfast or Afternoon Tea £14.95 per child £11.95 per adult

Santa at Jarrolds

London Street, NR2 1JF

2023

All the way from their home in the North Pole, Santa and his elves are coming to Jarrold in Norwich to spend time with your little ones this December.  His sparkling new grotto in our children’s department on the third floor, is getting ready for you and your family to come and share your special Christmas wishes.

After meeting with Santa, each child will receive an extra special gift to take home and enjoy and offers a wonderful keepsake from their experience. Each 10 minute time slot allows up to 4 children to visit Father Christmas, Max. 2 adults per time slot.

Tickets are £9 per child, booking is essential (accompanying adults do not need a ticket) 

Santa at Norwich Puppet Theatre

Norwich Puppet Theatre, St James, Whitefriars, Norwich NR3 1TN

2nd, 9th, 16th, 17th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd December 2023

Nothing makes the Christmas season special like meeting the Big Man himself. Join Father Christmas in his festive toy workshop here at the Theatre and choose your own puppet gift from his magical tree to take home with you. A Santa’s Grotto unlike any other.

Sessions can be booked for up to three children at a time. You don’t need to pay for any adults in attendance, but please note that there is a maximum of six people allowed in Father Christmas’ workshop at any one time.

This experience is recommended for children aged 2+. Children under 2 can join their older family members for free if they are not receiving a gift from Father Christmas. Please indicate this when you check out.

Tickets cost £10 for one child, £19 for two and £28 for three.

 

Santa at Thetford Garden Centre

Kilverstone, Thetford, IP24 2RL

Breakfast with Santa
2nd, 9th, 16th and 23rd December 2023
Breakfast at 8.15am
£14.99 per child

Supper with Santa
18th-22nd December 2023
5pm
Join us for Supper with Santa this Christmas at Thetford Garden Centre!
Enjoy a delicious meal followed by a festive short story read by Santa Claus and a special gift to take home.
Children’s tickets – £14.99 per child & Adults tickets – £12.99 per adult

Sensitive Santa
8th & 15th December 2023
3pm-7.50pm
Thetford Garden Centre will be hosting a Sensitive Santa’s Grotto for children with autism and (SEN) Special Educational Needs,
Each session will be 15 minutes long and each child will receive a lovely gift from Santa!
Tickets are £8.50 each and must be booked in advanced due to limited space.

01842 763267

Santa Cruise River Trip

Broads Tours. The Bridge, Wroxham, Norfolk, England, NR12 8RX

2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 16th, 17th, 21st, 22nd December 2023

Santa Claus is returning to the Broads to make this Christmas extra special! You can join us for a festive cruise to remember this December. Santa’s Elves will have a gift bag for all children aboard over 3 years old, including a juice box, activity book & crayons, and a festive treat.

Plus, all children can visit Santa in his grotto and receive a present from Santa himself! Trips are 1½ hours departing on the dates listed above at 11am and 2pm.

Tickets £23.00 per person

Santa’s Magical Journey at Thursford

Now includes the Enchanted Journey of Light! Best experienced from dusk.


**If you do not want to see Father Christmas, please visit and book our Enchanted Journey of Light on its own


Come and visit Father Christmas in the magical setting of Thursford. It will be a treat to cherish for everyone who wants to experience this magical fantasy journey.

01328 878477

Big Norfolk Holiday Fun 2023

The Big Norfolk Holiday Fun (BNHF) activity programme provides holiday activities for children and young people aged 5-16 (or 4 if your child is slightly younger but in school) in Norfolk.

It is run in partnership with Norfolk County Council.

Following a hugely successful Easter programme, the summer programme will take place between 24th July to 5th September 2023.

Those who are eligible for means-tested free school meals can claim free spaces on the activities, whilst paid spots are available on many activities for those who don’t.

Search ‘Big Norfolk Holiday Fun’ on the Norfolk County Council website for further details on what’s on near you.

 

 

Peppa Pig at SEA LIFE

Sealife Centre, Marine Parade, Great Yarmouth, NR30 3AH

17th April – 18th June 2023

Everybody’s favourite little girl, Peppa Pig, will be waiting for you at SEA LIFE in Great Yarmouth for her Aquarium Adventure!

Booking is essential.

 

 

Sheringham Little Theatre

2 Station Rd, Sheringham NR26 8RE

Captain Calamity – Science and Bubbles
21st February 2024 2.30pm
Captain Calamity, the master of wit and humour, and contagious energy, takes the spotlight alongside his hilarious professor friend, they unveil a world of unimaginable wonders.
£8 per ticket

Encanto – Sing-Along
22nd February 2024 1pm
The Madrigals are an extraordinary family who live hidden in the mountains of Colombia in a charmed place called the Encanto. The magic of the Encanto has blessed every child in the family with a unique gift — every child except Mirabel. However, she soon may be the Madrigals last hope when she discovers that the magic surrounding the Encanto is now in danger.
£5 per ticket

Sheringham Viking Festival

Beeston Common, Cromer Rd, Sheringham NR26 8SR

Saturday 13th April 2024

If you’ve never heard of the Sheringham Viking Festival, then you’re in for a treat. This unique festival brings together all sorts of Viking-era activities, from battles to boat-burning ceremonies. So, let’s get ready for a journey through time and all the excitement that comes with it!

Free to attend.

Sleeping Beauty – Pantomime 2023

Norwich Theatre Royale, Theatre St, Norwich NR2 1RL

Off Peak Performances – 9 to 17 Dec 2023 & 3 to 7 Jan 2024 & Peak Performances – 19 to 31 Dec 2023

We all think we know the story of Sleeping Beauty. When our princess turns 18 she pricks her finger on a spinning wheel, cursed to sleep for eternity unless she can be awoken by her ‘true loves kiss’. Enter the Prince. Right? Maybe not… What is true love anyway?

Running time: 2hrs 20mins (inc Interval)

 

Snowdrops at Walsingham Abbey

The Shirehall Museum, Common Place, Walsingham, Norfolk NR22 6BP

Open daily 10am-4pm from Wednesday 24th January 2024 to Sunday 3rd March 2024 (snowdrop season)

Carpets of snowdrops mingled with aconites have naturalised throughout our 18 acres of grounds and woodland, and along the banks of the River Stiffkey which runs through the Abbey Grounds. Here in Walsingham snowdrops usually begin to come up by early January, begin to open by the end of January, are in full bloom in mid-February, and stay in bloom until early March when the flowers fade.

Admission at the High Street Gate. Adult £6.50, child £2.50, under 6 free. Dogs on leads welcome

Southwold Maize Maze Easter Event & Bunny Hunt

Old Hall Farm, Halesworth Rd, Reydon, Southwold IP18 6SG
29th March – 14th April 2024 9.30-4.30pm (last entrance 2.30pm)

7 Bunnies are hiding within the play area & your job is to collect the 7 bunny stickers. Watch out though, the naught maize characters are trying to trick you – work out which are imposters. Once completed, hand in your card for an Easter Treat & enter our competition to win £100.

Prices: Adult £3 (£2 online), Child 2-18 £8 (£7 online), Children under 1 FREE

Spixworth Kidz Klub

Woodland View Junior School, Ivy Road, Spixworth, Norwich, NR10 3PY

Spixworth Kidz Klub- 3 to 12 years.

Spixworth Kidz Klub is an Ofsted registered child care provision that offers a caring, relaxed environment where your child will get the attention and care that he or she needs.

Contact 07776 360 409 for more information.

Halloween at Bressingham

Bressingham Steam & Gardens, Low Road, Bressingham, IP22 2AA

6th, 27th, and 28th October 2023 5.45-8.30pm

The evening consists of a spooky ghost train ride and gallopers rides. There will also be a variety of halloween themed games. We will also have some entertainers doing magic and balloon modelling. Why not dress up and come in costume adding to the occasion.

This is a ticketed event as we have limited capacity. Tickets must be pre booked online. No tickets are available on the door. Season ticket holders are also required to book for this event. This is only possible over the phone or in person at the ticket office. Halloween tickets for Season ticket holders are discounted at 50%.

Spooky Monster Party at the Greenstone Pub Dereham

Napier Wy, Dereham NR19 1FS
Saturday 28th October 2023 3-5pm

With spooky season around the corner….We’re delighted to announce Our Spooky monster party, hosted by Non Stop Kids Entertainment LTD who are a award winning company. With magic shows, party games and a mini disco plus much more!

£10 per child

01362 788080

Spooky Sunday NR3

The Leopard NR3 1NQ

29th October 2023 5pm

On Sunday 29th join us for a drink at the The Leopard – Norwich between 4pm – 5pm and see the horse off at 5pm as it heads off to visit the Spooky Alley back-street party and the Silver Road Community Centre, Halloween walk/lantern parade. (Earlier in the afternoon it will also be visiting the Boudicca Brocante craft fair at the Community Centre).

Check Facebook for details.

Spring Baa-Nanza at Hirsty’s Family Fun Park

Hirsty’s Family Fun Park, Great Yarmouth Rd, Hemsby NR29 4NL

28th March – 14th April 2024

Celebrate Easter and welcome Spring with our special Baananza event. Explore all the fun of the farm with our play equipment, before taking a trip to Farmer Hirst’s Lambing and Calving Shed. Psst… if you’re lucky, you may even see one being born!

See website for details.

SPRING Gymnastics Sessions

SPRING Gymnastics, UEA

19th-23rd February 2024

Monday
10-11am Pre-School Open, Walking-School
11-2pm Mini Springer, Walking-8 Years
2pm Springer Session 9-15 years

Tuesday
10-11am Pre-School Open, Walking-School
11-1pm Mini Springer, Walking-8 Years
1-2pm Inclusive Session, walking – 9 years
2-3pm Inclusive Session, 8-15 years

Wednesday
Holiday Club

Thursday
10-11am Pre-School Open, Walking-School
11-2pm Mini Springer, Walking-8 Years
2pm Springer Session 9-15 years

Friday
10-11am Pre-School Open, Walking-School
11-3pm Mini Springer, Walking-8 Years

Booking 01603 592398

Sprowston Christmas Fair

Saturday 11th November 2023 12-4pm

Sprowston Community High School, Norwich NR7 8NE

Join us for possibly one of the biggest Christmas fairs in Norwich this year – The Sprowston Christmas Market on Saturday 11th November at Sprowston Community Academy.

With 50 stalls booked this is a fab opportunity to get everything you need for Christmas 2023 while supporting local makers and small businesses.

Free entry & Free parking

Sprowston out of school club

Cecil Gowing Infant School, Falcon Road West, Norwich, NR7 8NZ

Sprowston Out Of School Club – Holiday Scheme. 5 to 12 years.

2 Sessions 8.30-1pm & 1.30-6pm.

Contact 07792 900783 for more information.

Sprowston Summer Fair

Sprowston Community Academy, Cannerby Ln, Norwich NR7 8NE

Saturday 12th August 2023 11am-3pm

Over 60 indoor and outdoor stalls – Summer crafts, Plants, Home decor, Ice Cream, Cakes & more! – Kids Activities – Food & Refreshments

St George’s Guildhall Half-Term

Medieval Murder Mystery
St. George’s Guildhall, King’s Lynn. PE30 1HA
Wednesday 25th October 2023, 10.30am – 12.30pm
Join us for our family-friendly medieval murder mystery inspired by Shakespeare’s Hamlet. Quiz costumed characters, find the clues and vote on the verdict.
£3 per child, accompanying adults free.
To book, visit the website

Dragon Festival
St. George’s Guildhall, King’s Lynn. PE30 1HA
Saturday 4th November 2023, 12pm onwards
Join us for a day of live theatre, crafts, face painting, archery and lots more. From 4pm, enjoy a roar-some film in our theatre with free popcorn for children.
Free entry, no need to book

Stagecoach Easter Workshop

4-5th April 2024

Thorpe St Andrew School and Sixth Form, Laundry Lane, Norwich, Norfolk, NR7 0XS

Come and Join our outer space adventure! For ages 5-16years, students will be split into age appropriate groups to explore outer space through acting, dancing, singing and creativity!

This workshop is open to students and non students so invite your friends!

Bring a packed lunch and plenty to drink.

We will have a small presentation to friends/family at 3:00pm on Friday 5th April 2024.

Standard £49.50

Stagecoach Holiday Workshop

Thorpe St Andrew School and Sixth Form, Laundry Lane, Norwich, Norfolk, NR7 0XS

20th Febraury 2024

Come and join us for a day at Stagecoach. This is open to exisiting students, those who would like to come and discover what we do and anyone who would love to explore performing arts fro the day! We will be singing, dancing, acting and creating throughout the day.

Please bring a packed lunch (no nuts!) and plenty to drink. Standard £24.50

Stagecoach Summer Workshop: The Greatest Storytellers

Thorpe St Andrew School and Sixth Form, Laundry Lane, Thorpe St Andrew, Norwich, Norfolk, NR7 0XS

Monday 31st July – Friday 4th August 2023 10-3pm, Performance 3pm 4th August

Come and join Stagecoach Norwich for a fun week of Performing Arts and explore the work of Roald Dahl the greatest story teller!

Standard Price £140 / Sibling £80

07765 793793

Stagecoach: Wild West Workshop Week

5-9th August 2024

Thorpe St Andrew School and Sixth Form, Laundry Lane, Norwich, Norfolk, NR7 0XS

Come and join Stagecoach Norwich for our popular annual Summer Workshop! This year we will be going to the wild west!

Fun throughout the week with creativity, acting, dancing, singing and more students will work on a small presentation for friends and family on the Friday at 3pm.

You don’t have to be a Stagecoach stuent to attend so please tell your friends and come along for a week of fun!

Dont forget your packed lunches and plenty to drink.

Standard £140.00 / Sibling £90.00

Star Wars Lego Event at Cosmic Jo’s

Cosmic Jo’s Galactic Trading Outpost, 25 Bedford St, Norwich NR2 1AG

Sunday 18th February 2024 11-4pm

Love Star Wars? Love Lego? Then don’t miss visiting Cosmic Jo’s for this special event! 200+ rare sets in stock, photo opportunities, special offers, Star Wars giveaways and blue Milkshake Special.

Stepping Stones Day Nursery

Spixworth Infant School, Ivy Road, Spixworth, Norwich, NR10 3PX

Stepping Stones Day Nursery Spixworth- 4 to 7 years.

Please contact provider for further details.
Contact 01603 891150 for more information.

 

Story Hub at Bookbugs & Dragontales Bookshop

Norwich NR1 3LA

Monday 31st July – Friday 4th August 2023 10.30-2.30pm

A free child-focused activity programme run by Grape Arts, will provide a range of high quality arts activities led by local Norfolk based Artists. Grape has partnered with the Feed to provide daily lunches during the program.

For ages 8-11. Booking essential.

Street Dance Workshops

The Maltings, Staithe St, Wells-next-the-Sea NR23 1AN

4th & 11th April 2024

Ages 6-11 years, 10.30-11.45am

Book via website

Strumpshaw Fen RSPB Summer 2023

RSPB Strumpshaw Fen, Low Rd, Strumpshaw, Norwich NR13 4HS

Marvellous Moths at RSPB Strumpshaw Fen
23rd July 2023 8-9.30am & 20th August 2023 8-9.30am
Join our friendly volunteers to discover what has been attracted to the moth traps overnight and help us identify the varied species inside. Suitable for adults and older children (10 years and over)

£3.70 – £8.50, visit website for booking

Strumpshaw Steam Engine Rally 2023

Strumpshaw Steam Museum

Saturday 27th, 28th & 29th May 2023

There are around 50 working Steam Engines, 60 working Miniature Steam Engines, all of which take part in parades in the grand ring, along with 100 tractors, vintage and classic cars and motorbikes. There are static displays of military vehicles, stationary engines, fire engines and vintage equipment and vehicles.

Admission £10 / Under 16 FREE

Wroxham Barns Summer 2023

Wroxham Barns, Hoveton, NR12 8QU

21st July – 5th September 2023

Our Summer of Fun Pass is back! And if you thought last year was good, we have even more planned this year giving you a jam packed day out each time. More details to follow…!
Our passes will be available for £25pp for 46 days of unlimited fun during the summer holidays. That is unbeatable value!

You must book tickets in advance. More details to follow

Norwich Cathedral Summer 2023

Norwich Cathedral, 65 The Cl, Norwich NR1 4DH

27th July 2023 10-12.15pm and 12.45-3pm

July Children’s Activity Afternoon

Children’s activity afternoon aimed at primary-aged children with a theme of ‘Come on a journey with us’. A afternoon of fun here at the Cathedral which includes a special Labyrinth workshop and workshops for dance and for storytelling.

Booking is required for the workshops in advance on the button below.

Doors Open at 12:45pm and the fun lasts until 15:00pm.

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Contact 01603 218320

Summer Fun at The Gallow

The Gallow Fakenham Sports Centre, Hempton Rd, Fakenham NR21 7NY

Monday 28th August 2023 12-4pm

Lots of fun for all the family: free coached introduction to golf, tennis, squash, archer and indoor bowls plus free bouncy castle, fun games, music by the Fakenham Ukes and lots of yummy food available.
Free

Summer Holiday Art Club

Green Site, Jessopp Road NR2

Monday 31st July – Friday 4th August 2023

Holiday Art club for 5-11 year olds exploring process led arts and crafts. Sessions 10-12 and 1-3 (Wednesday 2nd August 1-3pm only), £15 per session or £35 for whole day.

Message norwichsummerartclub@gmail.com for more information

Summer Social in Eaton Park

Eaton Park, 2 S Park Ave, Norwich NR4 7AU

24-27th August 2023

This years Summer Social in Eaton Park, formerly Movies & Music in Eaton Park including movies, music, comedy, street food and kids activities.

Visit facebook page for updates.

 

 

Sunflower after school club

Recreation Road Infant School, Recreation Road, Norwich, NR2 3PA

Sunflower After School Club.

Our holiday playscheme is open to all children age 4-8 years. Please bring a packed lunch – we provide all other drinks and snacks. You can also book for a half day session.

Contact 07950 471612 for more information.

Sunnies Sunflower Field Bank Holiday Opening

Field Dalling, Langham Road, NR25 7LG

Friday 25th August – Sunday 27th August 2023 10am – Sunset
Monday 28th August 10am-5pm

Pick your own sunflowers, must bring own secateurs, £2 per stem, free recyclable gift wrapping included.
Bring your own picnic, no alcohol on site
Have a photo shoot & watch the sunset
Local ice-cream and hot/cold refreshments available for purchase.

Entry £2 per person (money going back into running the families environmental farm), under 12s free. Free parking.

Visit website for details.

Gruffalo Trail at Thetford Lodge

High Lodge, Thetford Forest, Brandon, IP27 0AF

2024

Come to the deep dark wood to help the Gruffalo celebrate his 25th birthday this year!

Swaffham Food & Family Fun Festival

Swaffham Rugby Club, N Pickenham Rd, Swaffham PE37 7QX

29th August 2023 4pm-10pm

A fun day out including local food & drink, kids corner with bouncy castles, soft play & fun fair and music.

Taverham Afterschool club

Taverham Village Hall, Sandy Lane, Taverham, Norwich, NR8 6JR

Taverham Afterschool Club And Playscheme. 4 to 12 years.

Contact 07984 788358 for more information.

Taverham Scouts Annual Family Fireworks Night

Taverham Scout Headquarters, Sandy Lane Norwich, NR8 6JR

Saturday 4th November 2023 6pm – Displays at 7pm and 8pm

1st Taverham Scout Group annual bonfire and fireworks evening.

Tickets:
General admission £6.50 (+booking fee)
Under 5s are free

Book online
www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/norwich/taverham-scout-headquarters

Santa’s Tea Party

John Lewis, All Saints Green, Norwich

12-15th December 2023 Limited Tickets Available

Santa’s taking a well-earned break. Join him for a special Christmas Storytime session, complete with snacks, cocoa and a special gift.

£15 per child (includes a plush toy worth £10) plus a £1.50 booking fee. £5 per adult (includes a hot drink and slice of cake) plus a 50p booking fee.

Visit Customer Support on the 2nd floor to book tickets or call 01603 677857.

The Beehive Childcare Group Holiday Clubs

Eaton Parish Hall, Colman Road, Norwich, NR4 7AW

Why not come to the Beehive Holiday Clubs for ages 2-11.  We always have lots of fun things planned, with a different theme each week! Why not join us for swimming, a day trip or simply to enjoy the daily activities that we have available.

For places and further information please contact on 01603 259193

The Bowling House

7 Dereham Rd, Norwich NR2 4HX

19-22nd February 2024 12.30-3pm and 5-9pm

Eat & Bowl / Bowling & Main for only £10.95 for kids
Bowl for £5 before 5pm
Karaoke Half Price for Half-Term

The Cottage: Family Fun Day

148 Thunder Lane, Norwich NR7 0JD

19th August 2023 12-4pm

Free entry and storytelling from Bookbugs & Dragon Tales, try petanque for free and small charges to support fundraising for Sue Lambert Trust through a bouncy castle, face painting, raffle, cake stall, games, local independent craft businesses plus a BBQ.

01603622406

The Cottage Halloween Party

148 Thunder Lane, Thorpe St Andrew Norwich

Tuesday 31st October 2023 5.30-7.30pm

Free entry: includes kids disco, fun & games and fancy dress competition

The Creation Station at Smyths Toys

Longwater Retail Park, Units E1 & E2, Alex Moorhouse Way, Norwich NR5 0JT

Sunday 20th August 2023

Smyths Toy Superstore are working with Hasbro and Playdoh to bring families FREE creation station Play-Doh imagination fun. Enjoy a free creative Play-Doh fun session delivered by your local team of Creation Station inspires. Plus on the day, enjoy a free tub of Play-Doh whilst the special giveaway lasts.

No booking necessary

The Elves and The Shoemaker at Beccles Public Hall and Theatre

Smallgate, Beccles NR34 9AD

6th December 2023 7.30pm

The classic fairy story lovingly retold with puppetry, a great show for children.

01502770060

The Enchanted Magical Showcase

The Halls Norwich

30th July 2023 2-5pm

A magical showcase of music and entertainment featuring live princess performances, circus led performance, wand workshop, singalongs, fancy dress and party games.

Tickets from £10 via eventbrite. 1 hour pre event dedicated to children with special abilities.

The Fairy Fair, The Fairyland Trust

Bradmoor Woods, Norfolk PE32 1FQ

28th-29th May 2023

Held at Bradmoor Woods on the West Acre Estate, the Fairy Fair is a magical day out for all the family. It includes nature workshops and drop-ins, performer and musical entertainment and games, food, a pub, arts and crafts stalls, storytelling and much more.
Tickets on sale March 2023
See website for details.

The Fire Pit Camp: Bank Holidays with Wild Paths

The Firs, Nr Dereham Rd, Wendling, Norfolk NR19 2LT

Sunday 28th May 2023 3-9pm

Billy Lubach, Robin Evans Esq. and Millie Kirkpatrick

Live Music, pizza, family fun, kids trails and camping available.

Tickets from £5, visit website for details.

The Fire Pit: Kids Club Cinema

The Firs, Nr Dereham Rd, Wendling, Norfolk NR19 2LT

Monday 29th May 2023, Kitchen opens 12pm and Screening 2pm

Escape to the Fire Pit for an afternoon of kids cinema, We’re back with Norfolk’s newest and most exciting travelling cinema – Broomshed, after the joy of Encanto it’s now time to bring out the mics and get your Sing on.

Popcorn, pizza and fancy dress encouraged.

£5 per person, under 3s free

The Garage Easter Holidays

14 Chapel Fld N, Norwich NR2 1NY

MY FIRST: EXTRAORDINARY EGG HUNT!
Thursday 28 March 2024 10am – 11am
TIME: 10-11am AGE: 2-4 COST: £10

MINI SHREK! THE WORKSHOP
Wednesday 3 – Friday 5 April 2024
TIME: 10am – 12pm AGE: Reception – Year 2 COST: £66

SHREK! THE WORKSHOP
Wednesday 3 – Friday 5 April 2024
TIME: 1pm – 3pm AGE: Year 3 – Year 6 COST: £66

01603 283382

The Garage: February Half Term

14 Chapel Field N, Norwich NR2 1NY
2024

WI-FI WARS
February 17th 2024
Wi-Fi Wars returns with the live comedy game show where you all play along! Log in with your smartphone or tablet and compete in a range of games, puzzles and quizzes to win the show, and prizes!
START TIME: 7.30pm
RUN TIME: 1 hour (no interval)
AGE SUITABILITY: Recommended for ages 7+

01603 283382

The Garage Halloween Fun

14 Chapel Field N, Norwich NR2 1NY

MY FIRST HALLOWEEN: LITTLE MONSTERS (MUSIC)
Wednesday 25th October 2023 10am – 10.45am

MY FIRST HALLOWEEN: WITCHES AND WIZARDS (THEATRE)
Friday 27th October 2023 10am – 10.45am
AGE: 2-4
COST: £8.50 for one or £15 for both

Using our favourite songs and stories, we will explore all the spooky fun of Halloween in two special My First adventures. Little Monsters will celebrate spooky songs and noise-making; using props and instruments on a musical journey through the woods. Witches and Wizards will draw on storytelling and spell-making, as we bring to life our very own magical characters.

01603 283382

 

The Georgian Townhouse

Unthank Road, NR2 2RB

17th December 2023

Family Christmas Event: Join us for a fantastic family Christmas event, head over to spend the afternoon with Father Christmas! Relax at ours with Christmas films showing in the scout hut, complimentary popcorn, fire pits with melting marshmallows / toasting chestnuts, arts and crafts and face painting.

**NOTE: Father Christmas slots now sold out**

01603 615655

The Get Fresh Club

West Earlham Junior School, Scarnell Road, Norwich NR5 8HT and Norman Centre, Bignold Road, Norwich NR3 2QZ

22nd December 2023 – 4th January 2024 12-4pm

Winter dance, art and music Hip Hop club. A fun, inspirational, creative programme in a relaxed supportive environment, led by professional Hip Hop artist. Unleash your inner DJ, explore the original Hip Hop Dance: breakin’ and let your imagination soar as you learn new skills, foods and make new friends.

Pre-Booking required

07780117696

The Jolly Sailors Family Fun Day

Main Road, Brancaster Staithe, King’s Lynn PE31 8BJ

Friday 1st September 2023 12-6pm

Family fun day including bouncy castle, games, Jenga, connect4, cake stall, delicious pizza and ice-cream

 

The Messy Nest Art Club

Upton Village Hall, 32-10 Cargate Ln, Norwich NR13 6AU
2nd 9th 16th and 23rd August 2023 10-12pm
This summer holidays messy nest will be at Upton village hall throughout August. For ages 6-12
£10 a session with all materials provided, including snack and drink.
For more information please contact Jess at messynestart@gmail.com

The Oak Circus Centre Fabulous Follies

Thursday 22nd, Friday 23rd and Saturday 24th February 2024. Doors and bar opens at 6:30pm, show starts at 7:30pm

A wonderful evening of circus delights in our beautiful grade 1 listed building.

Minimum age recommendation 12+

Tickets: £24 includes one drink (wine/beer/Prosecco), 1 main course (pasta or rice based vegetarian), nibbles and show. £16.50 for show only.

The Polar Express Train ride at Mid-Norfolk Railway

Mid-Norfolk Railway, The Railway Station, Station Road, Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1DF.

11th November – 23rd December 2023

Do you believe? We do at the Mid-Norfolk Railway and that is why we are proud to be again hosting an exciting magical experience like no other. THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride is returning to the Mid-Norfolk Railway this December with the magic of the 2004 motion picture THE POLAR EXPRESS™ being theatrically re-created so you and your family can be immersed in the sights, sounds and intrigue of this classic children’s tale.

​2023 prices start from £31.95 (Standard) and £45.95 (Premium) per person.

The Pumpkin House Halloween & Pumpkin Picking 2023

Fakenham Rd, Fakenham NR21 0BD

Saturday 14th October and Sunday 15th October then Saturday 21st – Sunday 29th 2023 Opening Times (10am – 4pm)

The Pumpkin House is decorated with over 1,000 pumpkins and handmade out of wood. It really is a house made of pumpkins!! Totally free to visit and no need to book. It is pumpkin picking with a twist!

Saturday 14th – Brew Norfolk are hosting their Autumn Makers Market with arts, craft and food stalls.
Sunday 15th – Brew Norfolk Autumn Makers Market
Saturday 21st
Sunday 22nd – Wood fired pizza from the mobile oven and Face Painter
Monday 23rd – Face Painter
Tuesday 24th – Face Painter
Wednesday 25th – Face Painter
Thursday 26th
Friday 27th – Face Painter
Saturday 28th – Wood fired pizza
Sunday 29th – Wood fired pizza, face painter and fancy dress parade/competition

Free Parking/ Free Entry/ No Booking required/ Dogs on a lead

The Pumpkin House Maize Maze

Fakenham Rd, Fakenham NR21 0BD

Opens 26th July 2023, Wednesdays to Sundays throughout the summer holidays

No need to book and lots of free parking. Plus ice cream and cake and lots of family games. Dogs on leads welcome.

Adult tickets £6 and Children  4-16 £4

The Queen’s Jubilee Family Day

SATURDAY, JUNE 4, 2022 AT 2 PM – 7 PM

Fakenham Millennium Park

Join us for a traditional family day to celebrate the Queen’s platinum jubilee. The Millennium park will be alive with live local music, food, drink, games, crafts and a fantastic community atmosphere.

The Vikings Are Here: Family Event Day

Ancient House Museum, 21-23 White Hart Street Thetford IP23 1AA

Tuesday 30th May 2023 10-2.30pm

Find out what life was like in Viking Thetford, meet costumed characters and try out some Viking games and crafts.

Free with museum admission.

The Walled Garden Christmas Fayre

The Walled Garden Community Shop and Cafe, Old Hall Road, Norwich NR13 5FA

Saturday 2nd December 2023 to Sunday 3rd December 2023 11:00 am to 3:00 pm

Our two-day event will showcase a wide variety of crafts, plants, kids’ fun, raffle, live music and a visit from someone very special..!

The proceeds of all our events go back into this community business.
Free to attend

The Walled Garden: Garden Day

Old Hall Road, Norwich NR13 5FA

Monday 29th May 2023 11-3pm

Plant sale, garden & nature themed stalls, children’s fun & games and raffle.

Come and enjoy our beautiful Victorian walled garden. Café and shop open.

The Wizard of Oz at Beccles Public Hall and Theatre

Smallgate, Beccles NR34 9AD

Friday 27th October – Sunday 5th November 2023

Dorothy Gale lives a rather mundane and ordinary life on a farm in Kansas, where she daydreams all day about life over the rainbow, that is until a twister picks her and her faithful companion Toto up and whirls them to the magical land of Oz!

Tickets £12.50-£14.50

Book tickets online

 

Thetford Firework Spectacular

Barnham Cross Common, Thetford, Norfolk IP24 3EB

Sunday 12th November from 3:00pm.

Join in with Thetford Firework Spectacular brought to you by L Gray & Sons Funfairs. Fantastic FREE Family Fun Day at Barnham Cross Common

Firework Display for Children at 5:45pm
Firework Display for Adults at 7:45pm
Fairground Rides
Sideshows
Food Vendors
Charity Stalls

Car parking at Barnham Common – £3 donation per car

Thorpe St Andrew Fireworks

Fitzmaurice Park, Pound Lane, Thorpe St Andrew

Sunday 5th November 2023 4pm gates open, fireworks 7.30pm

As well as the display, there will also be a funfair, food stalls and a bar.

All tickets are £5 (advance tickets only) and under threes go free. No sparklers are permitted.

 

 

 

Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens May Half Term

Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens, Filby Road, Thrigby, NR29 3DR

Gardens home to a variety of animals, small zoo animal encounters plus treetop and tunnel walks.

Thursford Christmas Spectacular

NR21 0AS
8th November – 23rd December 2023 2.00pm & 7.00pm

Our Christmas Spectacular is an extravaganza of non-stop singing, dancing, music, humour and variety. It’s a fast moving celebration of the festive season featuring an eclectic mix of both seasonal and year round favourites. With a cast of 130 this is the biggest Christmas show of its kind in Europe!

8 +Advisory age
Prices start at £43 (Weekday evenings)

Thursford’s Enchanted Journey of Light

Thursford Collection, Thursford, Fakenham, NR21 0AS

Selected dates between 8th November – 23rd December 2023

Your journey will progress into the Fantasyland Building, you will travel past the penguins and polar bears to the giant-sized teddy bears! Get ready to see how the elves have loaded Santa’s sleigh, then past the busy elves hard at work in the toy factory using the wondrous wrapping machine!

Ticket prices are £22 for Adults and Children. Ages 2 and under Free

Tots2Teens holiday care

Tots2Teens run holiday activities for children aged five years and upwards during all school holidays.

Activities are held throughout the Broadland district in village halls, schools and community centres from Reedham to Reepham and in the fringe parishes of Hellesdon and Thorpe St Andrew.

To be eligible, children must live or go to school in Broadland. Families can register free of charge to receive our holiday information and are required to complete and sign a parent consent form.

The price you pay varies depending on which activity your child takes part in. The cost will be displayed when you book online. Payment must be made at the time of booking using a credit or debit card.

Discounts apply if you are in receipt of Council Tax Reduction, Housing Benefit or having housing costs met through Universal Credit. Please contact us for more information and to claim your discount.

Contact 01603 430525

Tribe Norfolk: Family Fun Music & Market

July 25th 2023

Not to be missed, an event fit for all ages and all in support of an amazing much needed local charity Little Discoverers 05. Food trucks, family yoga, market stalls, live music, kids rave, raffle and more.

Tickets £5 per person, £1 from every ticket will be donated to Little Discoverers.

Contact Tribe Norfolk for tickets

Tribe Norfolk: Summer Midweeker

Happy Valley, Grimston PE32 1DN

Tuesday 25th July 2023

Makers Market 5-10pm
Local Food Trucks Serving 5-10pm
Munchkin & Me Sensory Fun 5-6pm
Con & Milsky acoustic set 5.30-6.30pm
Yoga & Sound Bath with Deb Barlow 6-7pm
Ruby Flames Performance 7pm
DJ Barnyard Kids’ Rave 7.15-7.45pm
Live Music from 8-8.45pm
The Foreign Locals 9-9.45pm

Tickets £5 with £1 for every ticket sold donated to Little Discoverers School for Parents Network

UEA Sportspark Swimming

22nd February 2024

Extra family fun session from 10-1pm with free swimming assessments available. No booking required, first come first served, just turn up on the day.

United Adventure Camps

October Half Term Camp – Thorpe St Andrew

Get back to nature and have fun with friends at United Adventure Camps. Held at various locations across Norfolk, the unique holiday day camps give children and young adults an exciting multi-activity experience with the chance to enjoy loads of activities like team sports, craft, archery, games, drama and bushcraft to name a few.

Call 0113 4830280 for more information

Hall Farm, Snetterton

Hall Farm Rescue and Rehoming Centre, Snetterton NR16 2LP

2024: Open Sat, Sun and Bank Holiday Mon, plus Wed in school holidays, 10-4pm

Meet the ponies, pony grooming, tractor rides, craft activities and stamp trail – there is a small charge for each activities to go towards the charity (World Horses Welfare)

£3 per person, under 5’s go free

See website for details and booking.

 

Hall Farm Snetterton

Ada Cole Ave, Norwich NR16 2LP

2024

Open Sat, Sun and Bank Holiday Mon, plus Wed in school holidays

£3 for adults and children 5-17; under 5s go free

Visit website to book.

Wacky Wednesdays at Hall Farm

World Horse Welfare, Hall Farm, Snetterton, NR16 2LP

Every Wednesday in the holidays starting 26th July 2023. Meet the ponies, pony grooming, craft activities, stamp trail, ‘pony Express’ tractor and trailer rides. £3 per person, under 5s free.

Wacky Wednesdays at Hall Farm

World Horse Welfare, Hall Farm, Snetterton, NR16 2LP

Every Wednesday in the holidays. Meet the ponies, pony grooming, craft activities, stamp trail, ‘pony Express’ tractor and trailer rides. £3 per person, under 5s free.

Tel: 01953 499100

Waterloo Park: Free Summer Activities

Waterloo Park, Norwich NR3 3HX

24th July – 5th September 2023

The Feed is providing FREE summer activities at Waterloo Park throughout the school holidays including giant games (Jenga, Connect 4, etc) to play outside, sports every Wednesday, activity sheets and more. The café is open 7 days a week with kids menu. There is a free car park.

Wednesdays at Waterloo, all free and no booking required. For all ages. It it’s raining there will be activities indoors.
26th July Rounders 11.15-12.15pm & 1-2pm
2nd August Cricket 11.15-12.15pm & 1-2pm
9th August Sports Day Fun 11.15-12.15pm & 1-2pm
16th August Rounders 11.15-12.15pm & 1-2pm
23rd August Cricket 11.15-12.15pm & 1-2pm
30th August Sports Day Fun 11.15-12.15pm & 1-2pm

Waterloo Park Half-Term Holiday Events

Angel Rd, Norwich NR3 3HX

2023

Monday 29th May 10-12.30pm
Biscuit Icing in the cafe
Free with a cafe purchase

Wednesday 31st May 10.30-12.30pm
All About Trees in the wooded area near the car park
Nature Art using clay, a tree treasure hunt and more
Free but donations welcome, weather permitting

Thursday 1st June 10.30-12.30pm
Kite Flying in the big field. Bring your own kite or use ours.
Free but donations welcome, weather permitting

Friday 2nd June from 10am
Treasure Hunt: Find the food eaten by The Very Hungry Caterpillar then choose yourself a lolly, an apple or a nice green leaf.
Free with a café purchase

 

Waterways Mascot Race

Island Café Boating Lake & Ornamental Gardens, North Dr, Great Yarmouth NR30 4EW

Thursday 1st June 2023

A day of family fun, fete, games, food & drink and activities.

Wells Carnival

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk

Friday 28th July 2023 – Sunday 6th August 2023 inclusive (Carnival day & parade Saturday August 5th)

Wells-next-the-Sea in the heart of North Norfolk enjoys a traditional summer Carnival for residents and visitors. A week of family fun and events including a Carnival Day procession around the town featuring floats, fancy-dress, pull-and push-along vehicles and much more. Traditional seaside activities include a sand-castle competition, town crier competition, gillying on the quay and the crowning of the Carnival Royals.

 

Wells & Walsingham Light Railway Summer

Wells & Walsingham Light Railway

2023

All trains depart from and terminate at Wells Station.

A big adventure on the world’s smallest public railway. Climb aboard, sit back and enjoy a half-hour trip through beautiful countryside whilst you take in the evocative sights, sounds and smells of steam travel.

 

Wells & Walsingham White Rabbit Easter Trail

Wells & Walsingham Light Railway, The Light Railway Station, Stiffkey Rd, Wells-next-the-Sea NR23 1QB

28th March – 14th April 2024

Hop aboard The White Rabbit Easter Trail, join Alice in Wonderland to hunt for clues down the line. Easter Eggs galore, pop into the Signal Box cafe for an Easter Treat.

01328 711630

What’s on: Jubilee

2022 is the year of Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

To commemorate this historic milestone a series of events and initiatives will be held throughout Norfolk to celebrate the occasion.

Have a look at some of our ideas for ways to get involved and celebrate this event in Norfolk. Some events may be very popular so to avoid any disappointment, please remember to book ahead.

A Royal Salute

This is a musical celebration where over 1,000 children and adults from across Norfolk will be performing songs and music from around the world. There will be two performances of A Royal Salute in the Grand Arena of the Norfolk Showground:

Wednesday June 29 at 5.20pm
Thursday June 30 at 5pm

The whole performance will take about 25 minutes.

Entry to the Royal Norfolk Show is free after 4pm on both days. Further details about the Royal Norfolk Show can be found HERE.

 

Jubilee trails

There are four trails being set up that encompass all aspects of Norfolk from coastal scenery, woodlands, arable, historic, urban and more. These trails are from  Great Yarmouth to Lowestoft, Gayton to Castle Acre, Heacham to King’s Lynn and Gressenhall to Dereham. These should be set up ready for use towards the end of the summer. Further details can be found HERE.

Breckland Platinum Jubilee High Street trail – Explore your local Breckland market town between Monday 16 May and Sunday 19 June to find at least 10 missing crowns hidden in the shop windows of local businesses and support your high street along the way.

The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Beacon Trail – Take part in this AR trail experience up to 12th June where players visit characters that have come to life from Buckingham Palace and are visiting various locations including Great Yarmouth on a day out. You’ll also get to learn about a different decade in Her Majesty’s 70 year reign from each character.

Wymondham Jubilee Trail – Browick, Robert Kett, Ashleigh and Wymondham College Prep schools will all be selling trail sheets before the trail starts on Saturday 28 May. During the half term week you will be able to buy them (subject to business opening hours) from Reeves, Chapelfield Vets, Lemon Tree Café, Town Green Garden Café and Yum Yums.

Sheets are available for a suggested donation £2 each and all money raised will go directly to the four PTAs. The trail will start on Saturday 28 May and finish on Sunday 5 June and prize draw winners will be notified by Wednesday 8 June.

Walkie Corgi trail – The trail runs this half term from 30th May to 5th June. 7 naughty little Corgis are hiding in the windows of 7 shops on the lower ground floor of Chantry Place – can you find them?
More info on Chantry Place and the Walkie Corgi Trail HERE

 

 

Challenge Awards

The purpose of the challenge is to work towards the achievement of a Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Challenge Badge. Each participant is required to complete the four challenges: physical, sustainability, learning and community. They can decide for themselves what level of challenge they will take on, ensuring that this is really for anyone and everyone.

The Platinum Jubilee Challenge
TUESDAY, MAY 31, 2022 AT 10 AM – 5 PM
Lynn Museum

To celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee visitors are invited to take on the Platinum Jubilee Challenge with hands on activities, crafts and costumed characters at Stories of Lynn and Lynn Museum.
This event is part of the Platinum Jubilee Norfolk Challenge Award, developed in tribute to the late Duke of Edinburgh, whose own award scheme has been so influential on the lives of generations of young people.
Tickets include all-day admission to both museums at a special reduced price, plus all activities.
For more information call 01553 775001.

Local events

From street parties to picnics and lunches, there’s something for all the family to get involved in! Have a look at the events and let us know of any we may have missed – CONTACT

Find out more about Jubilee Weekend at Chantry Place HERE

Big Jubilee Lunch

SUNDAY, JUNE 5, 2022 AT 11 AM – 3 PM
City Hall, Norwich

Celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee at a traditional street party in the heart of Norwich.
Join the Lord Mayor at a 120m long picnic table and enjoy live performances on the steps of City Hall.

Bring your own picnic or try some delicious street food available on Millennium Plain. For younger guests, why not try your hand at some circus skills or making your own crown? This event is free to attend, and no booking is required.

 

Cringleford Jubilee Picnic
SUNDAY, JUNE 5, 2022 AT 12 PM
Willowcroft Way Playing Field

Bring and share picnic on the Willowcroft Way playing field, next to the Willow Centre. Fun, games, and music.
Prizes for the best dressed royal on the day.
Car parking available.

 

Family Morning and Family Afternoon: A Right Royal Celebration
THURSDAY, JUNE 2, 2022 AT 10 AM – 12:30 PM – 3 PM
Norwich Cathedral

Family Fun in celebration of HM The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee year, A Right Royal Celebration!

Booking essential.

The activity morning and afternoon will be on Thursday 2 June in sessions from 10 am and from 12:30pm and there will be lots of royal-inspired crafts and workshops for primary school-aged children to enjoy.

Tickets cost £3.50 per child and must be booked in advance by Wednesday 1 June at noon.

 

Girlguiding Anglia’s Platinum Jubilee Celebration

Thursday 2nd June, Patteson Lodge Estate/Hautbois Activity Centre

Warm-up event at Patteson Lodge
Patteson Lodge Estate, (no. 14  NR127JN) is hosting a free warm-up event.  Bring your own blanket and picnic from 4.30pm – 8.00pm.

Beacon and Firework event at Hautbois Activity Centre (no. 5, NR12 7JN)
Gates open at 7.30pm.
Beacon will be lit at 9.50pm followed by a firework display.

Entry tickets required.

 

Jubilant Half Term at Holkham
​Saturday 28th May to Sunday 5th June 2022
Holkham Hall, Holkham Rd, Wells-next-the-Sea NR23 1AB

Enjoy Holkham this jubilant half term, all you need to do is buy a Walled Garden and Holkham Stories ticket and you will find the main activities are all included!

There’s plenty to enjoy, depending on which day you decide to visit!

 

Create Like a Royal at Gressenhall Farm
Saturday 28th May – Sunday 5th June 2022
Gressenhall, Beetley, Dereham NR20 4DR

Create Like a Royal!
We’ve got some great stuff coming up over May Half Term, celebrating the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and the holidays with a host of crafts and games.

 

Jubilee Celebration Tea Party
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1, 2022 AT 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Norfolk Nippers, Hoveton.

Come and join us for a one off session to celebrate the jubilee.

Crafts, Sensory Play, Party Games and Tea Party too!

£6.50 per child, places must be pre-booked.

 

The GMOTFW Jubilee Garden Party
Thursday 2nd June, Drop in from 10am – 1pm
The GMOTFW Hub, Hewett Academy, NR1 2PL

Free admission, Join in Jubilee crafts, party games, afternoon tea and the royal opening of the new GMOTFW Hub garden, plus prizes for the best homemade crown and best royal fancy dress outfit!

 

Jubilee Community Fun Day
SATURDAY, JUNE 4, 2022 AT 11 AM – 4 PM
Sprowston Methodist Church

Lots of fun, food and activities for everyone.

 

Platinum Jubilee Street Party
Sunday 5th June, 12 – 3pm following an all age 10am service
Holy Trinity Church grounds

Children’s activities available in the Rectory Gardens, Come dressed as a King, Queen or in red, white and blue! Tickets adults £5, juniors £3, under 11s free.

 

Jubilee Journey
MAY 28 AT 9 AM – JUN 5 AT 5 PM
Bure Valley Railway

Join us this half term for a Jubilee Journey as we celebrate 70 years of her majesty the Queen.
Along with a decorated station, there will be a royal activity for the children to complete on the journey and yummy platinum packages in our café at Aylsham Station.
FREE Union jack flags will be given to all of the children to wave out of the windows.
Booking Advisable to avoid disappointment.

 

Jubilee Fest & Community Picnic by Wymondham Town Team

Jubilee Fest and Community Picnic at Kett’s Park on Sunday 5 June, 2pm-6pm.
A perfect event for all the family to attend! Join us for:
– Live music
– Fair rides
– Food & drink
– Community stalls
– Traditional games
– ‘Meet the Queen! and much more!

 

Jubilee Picnic in the Park
Friday 3rd June 12 – 6pm
Swardeston Village Hall, NR14 8DL

Games, sweets, children’s entertainment, music, races and more. Bring along a picnic and enjoy this free entry event!


Sainsbury Centre: Keeping it Regal
Sainsbury Centre, UEA, NR4 7TJ
Sunday 5th June 11am-3pm

FREE

Come and join in with some fun, creative, Jubilee-inspired activities at the Sainsbury Centre. Why not bring a picnic to enjoy in the Sculpture Park?

Drop-in workshops, trails and more for 3-11-year-olds and their families.

 

The Queen’s Jubilee Family Day
SATURDAY, JUNE 4, 2022 AT 2 PM – 7 PM
Fakenham Millennium Park

Join us for a traditional family day to celebrate the Queen’s platinum jubilee. The Millennium park will be alive with live local music, food, drink, games, crafts and a fantastic community atmosphere.

 

Safy Fitness Jubilee Jolly Bootcamp
Saturday 4th June, 2pm
Waterloo Park

Fun outdoor games session for all.

 

Jubilee Storytime – Various libraries including:

Friday 27th May 6-6.30pm, St Williams Way Library

Monday 30th May 11 – 11:30am, Wymondham Library

Monday 30th May 12 – 12:30pm, Loddon Library

Monday 30th May 2 – 2:30pm, Costessey Library

Join  for tales of Queens, Kings, Princes, and Princesses as we celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee – feel free to wear your royal pyjamas, too!

 

Jubilee Teddy Bears’ Picnic – various libraries including:

Saturday 4th June 2 – 3pm, St Williams Way Library

Saturday 4th June 12:30pm – 3pm, Great Yarmouth Library

Picnic baskets at the ready as we settle down for a royally good Teddy Bears’ Jubilee Picnic that’s perfect for all the family. Bring your teddy and your own picnic, enjoy some Family craft time and help us celebrate the Queen’s Jubilee.

 

The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Extended Bank Holiday Weekend at Sandringham

The Estate will also host several events over the extended June Bank Holiday Weekend beginning on the 2 June with the traditional lighting of the Jubilee Beacon in the Royal Parkland. Katherine Jenkins OBE will be joined by The Military Wives to perform a very special live outdoor music concert on Friday 3 June and a live screening of the “Platinum Party at the Palace” will be shown on a big screen in the Royal Parkland on Saturday 4 June.

 

Hemsby Picnic on the Park . Waters Lane Hemsby 
Sunday 5th June
2pm – 8pm
FREE ENTRY TO THE EAST ANGLIAN PLAY BUS. FREE FACE PAINTING . FREE

 

Costessey Fete and Fayre
Costessey Centre, Longwater Lane, Costessey
Friday 3rd (10am-5pm, funfair closes at 8pm) and Saturday 4th June (10am-10pm, fireworks finish at 10.20pm)
FREE entry, £2 parking all day
Stalls, funfair, beer tents, live acts, dog show, fireworks, live bands etc.

 

Jubilee Garden Party at the Museum of the Broads

Thursday 2nd June 11am – 5.30pm

Come and celebrate the Jubilee by the river.  Enjoy the Museum for free and take a boat trip (charge).  The Broadland Ukelele Band will be playing from 3.00pm.  Bring family, friends and a picnic and start the Jubilee celebrations in style!

 

Big Jubilee Lunch

Sunday 5th June 2 – 3pm, Hethersett Village Hall

A fete with games for families to take part in and celebrate the Queens reign together. At this event there will be a best crown and a children’s fancy dress competition.

Platinum Jubilee Children’s Activity Day

Thursday 2nd June 10am – 12pm, Aylsham Parish Church

Come along for a right royal celebration at our Platinum Jubilee Children’s Activity Day! It will be a fun-packed morning of regal crafts, games, activities, treats, fun & more. £2 entry per child. No need to book.

 

 

Sing 2 (U) – FREE Children’s Film for Jubilee

Friday 3rd June 3.30pm, The Pennoyer Centre

As part of our Jubilee celebrations, join us for a FREE Children’s film showing of Sing 2 (U). Doors open 3.30pm for 4.00pm start. Booking essential: Children must be with an accompanying adult, please book tickets for child / children and adult attending.

 

The Lion King (U) FREE screening

Sunday 5th June 11am, Cinema City Norwich

Keeping It Regal presents a free screening of The Lion King as a part of Norwich Castle’s 900th birthday celebrations.

 

Let us know HERE if you’re organising an event and we’ll add it on!

 

Queen’s Jubilee Beacons

As part of this year’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations, individuals and organisations are being invited to lead the nation’s tribute to Her Majesty the Queen by lighting beacons at 9.45pm on 2 June.

Glow in the Park
Thursday 2nd June, 4-10pm
Diss Park

To celebrate H.M. the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee we’re having a party in Diss park. And everyone’s welcome! A children’s lantern procession, beacon lighting ceremony, spectacular firework display and street-theatre sensations, LED drumming troupe Spark!, will all make Diss “glow”. Plus, courtesy of event sponsor, Upp, there will be a fun, light reaction game for the kids and lots of light-themed giveaways.

 

Celebrations at Cromer
Thursday 2nd June, 2-10pm
Cromer high Street and Seafront

Street party in Church Street/High Street, Spitfire Flypast and Display on the seafront, torchlight procession and beacon event.

 

Platinum Jubilee Celebration at Ladybelt Country Park

Thursday 2nd June 4 – 11pm

This Royal celebration includes a local history display on East Carleton and Ketteringham’s tributes to monarchs over the centuries. There will also be two outdoor performances of ‘The Grimm Sisters’ by Scratchworks Theatre Company, plus a treasure hunt, clay modelling, and bush craft demonstrations. Then they will light the bonfire beacon.

 

Queen’s Jubilee crafts

If you fancy getting crafty in preparation for the Jubilee, here are some events taking place:

Royal Families Workshops

Norwich Puppet Theatre, NR3 1TN

Create your own noble families with Queens, Princes, Duchesses and Earls as well as a corgi.  Family members aged 4+ can get creative together. Tickets cost £9.50 per participant.

 

Jubilee Bookmark Workshop
MONDAY, MAY 23, 2022 AT 10 AM – 12:30 PM
DragonFly Gallery Watton

A free workshop, making a useful bookmark to commemorate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
Contact the Gallery directly to book a place. Spaces are limited.

 

Jubilee Crafts at various libraries including:
SATURDAY, MAY 28, 2022 AT 11 AM – 12:30 PM @ Swaffham Library

SATURDAY, MAY 28, 2022 AT 2 PM – 3 PM @ St Williams Way Library

MONDAY MAY 30 2022 AT 12:30 PM @ Loddon Library

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1, 2022 AT 2:30 PM – 4 PM @ Dereham Library

Join us for a family craft activity with a royal theme. Suitable for families with young children. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Booking recommended as places are limited.

 

Or why not give some of these ideas a try at home:

Whitlingham Adventure Festive Fun

Whitlingham Adventure, Whitlingham Ln, Trowse Newton, Norwich NR14 8TR

4 Dates: 21st, 22nd December 2023 and 2rd and 3rd January 2024 10-3pm each day

Winter adventure days (8-16 yrs), join us for an activity packed day of water and land activities, plus woodland arts & crafts. Each day will be different activities.

Book via website

Whitlingham Country Park Halloween Trail

Whitlingham Lane, Norwich NR14 8TR

Wednesday 25th October 2023

Pop down to the park for some Halloween fun! There will be a stamp trail, crafts and prizes. Suitable for all ages if you like simple crafts and stamp trails! This is a free event

Whitlingham Country Park summer

Whitlingham Lane, Trowse, NR14 8TR

2023

Whitlingham Adventure Park is now open and includes family days out with fun boats, paddleboarding and archery.

Whitwell and Reepham Easter Egg Hunt

Whitwell Road, Reepham, Norfolk NR10 4GA

Saturday 30th March 2024 10am – 2pm

Round up your little bunnies and join us for a fun filled family day. Follow the clues to find our hidden eggs and get your hands on an Easter treat. If you’re feeling creative, why not make and show off your very own Easter bonnet?

Advance Ticket: £5.50 per child or On the day ticket: £6.50 per child (includes a train ride for 1x adult and 1x child)

01603 871694

Whose Poo? Trail at Old Buckenham Country Park

Old Buckenham Country Park, Doe Lane, Old Buckenham NR17 1PP

7th August 2023

What goes in, must come out! All animals poo, but can you tell which ones have visited the park by identifying the poo they’ve left behind? Follow your nose to finish the trail using the clues to discover a surprising fact about a favourite drink.

01953 861466

Wild West Open Day

X Adventure Development Centre, Horsford, Norwich NR10 3DH

Saturday 26th August 2023 10.30am – 5pm

Join us for a day of fun and adventurous activities for the whole family, we have a range of different activities for aged 8+ and above. Dress up and have some fun. Activities include archery, axe throwing, high ropes, raft building and face painting. Hot food, snacks and drinks available.

Pre-paid unlimited activity band 8-16 £12, 16+ £18 or on the day tickets 8-16 £15 and 16+ £20. Activities for under 8s at an additional cost.

All proceeds go to our educational programmes to help vulnerable children & young adults.

016.3 893200

Wild West Open Day

X Adventure Development Centre, Horsford, Norwich NR10 3DH

Saturday 26th August 2023 10.30-5pm

Join us for a day of fun and adventurous activities for the whole family, we have a range of different activities for aged 8 and above. Dress up and have some fun. Activities include archery, axe throwing, zipline, tree climbing, raft building, nature trailing and face painting.

Unlimited activity band age 8-16 £12 (£15 on the day) and 16+ £18 (£20 on the day). Activities for under 8s at an additional cost.

01603 893200

Willow Lantern Making at Sandringham

Sandringham Norfolk PE35 6EN

Saturdays and Sundays from 2nd December – 17th December 2023

Sessions available at 1-2pm, 2.15-3.15pm, 3.30-4.30pm, 4.45-5.45pm, 6-7pm

Wether you’re attending Luminate Winter Light Trail or just want to get creative with festive decor.

Try different shapes and colours to decorate your own magical light Willow Lantern.

Suitable for all ages – children must be accompanied by an adult.

£12 per lantern (includes all materials) Free parking

Book via website.

 

Wizard School at RSPB Strumpshaw Fen

Low Road, Strumpshaw, Norwich NR13 4HS

21st-29th October 2023 10-4pm

Wizard school is back! With new classes and challenges, come spend a magical day at Strumpshaw Fen this half-term. Travel through this enchanted nature reserve and complete all the wizarding classes on the trail to graduate. Here magic reigns but danger lurks behind every tree. Fancy dress encouraged!

£3.50, no need to pre-book

01603 715191

Wonderfully Wired brains: Wonderfully Wired You! with Louise Gooding

Norwich Waterstones, Castle Street

Saturday 3rd June 2023 2pm

Learn about the different amazing people featured in her book, the challenges they worked with and what they are putting out in to the world today. Together you will create your own future biography, inspired by how you want to help encourage others be their best selves too.

Free to attend but spaces are limited so please reserve space via the website

 

Holt Country Park

Edgefield Hill, Holt NR25 6SP

Little Wildlife Detectives
Monday 29th May – Friday 2nd June 2023 10-2pm
Which wildlife species can you spot in the woods? Spot the wildlife as you walk around a woodland self-guided trail of your choice. £2 oer sheet (collect from Hetty’s), suitable for ages 3+

King Arthur’s Treasure Trail at Pretty Corner Woods
Tuesday 30th May 2023 10-12pm
Join our Ranger Team at Pretty Corner Woods for some half terms family fun! Follow Merlin’s trail through the woods, solving clues to discover where the Knights of the Round Table treasures are hidden and receive a royal reward from King Arthur. £4 per child, adults free. Suitable for 3+

World of Play Easter Special

17 High Street, Ixworth, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP31 2HH

29th & 30th March 2024

Join us for our Easter special! Decorate an Easter egg biscuit and a wooden Easter egg. Easter themed messy play and garden Easter egg hunt!

2 Hours £14.95

Wroxham Barns Santa Experience

Wroxham Barns, Tunstead Rd, Hoveton, Norwich NR12 8QU.

Weekends from 25th/26th November until 17th December. Then, every day until Christmas Eve 2023

Hop aboard our enchanting train ride to the North Pole and meet Santa Claus himself. Each family will get a private meet and greet and children will be given a special gold coin to spend in Santa’s Toy Factory. Experience each of our magical destinations including; Santa’s Workshop, North Pole Mail Room, Magic Munchery and the Mrs Claus’ Christmas Show.

Prices start from £23 per adult, £30 per child and £10 for under 2’s. All tickets include FREE unlimited access to our Junior Farm and play on our Fun Park for the duration of your visit. Book your tickets now and make this Christmas truly special at Wroxham Barns.

Wroxham Barns Half Term

Wroxham Barns, Tunstead Rd, Hoveton, Norwich NR12 8QU

Saturday 27th May – Sunday 4th June 2023

Join us during half-term for all the fun on the farm and in our fun park with your all inclusive ticket. Plus, our Barnyard Buddies and Bella & Barney will be on hand to add some fun & entertainment to your day. Plus,  unlimited rides on our fun park.

Admission prices Adult: £14.50 Child (aged 2 to 18): £14.50 Under 2’s go free!

 

 

 

Wroxham Barns Lambing Live

Wroxham Barns, Tunstead Rd, Hoveton, Norwich NR12 8QU

17th to 25th February 2024

See our expectant ewes in our maternity barn plus their newborn lambs. Our ewes are expecting any time from 15th February so there is a chance you will see a live birth. Our farm team will be on hand to talk you through all things lambing. As well as this, your day out includes all the fun of Junior Farm, all the rides, jumping pillows and mini golf in our Fun Park.

10:45 Lambing talk
11:15 Calf feeding
12:00 Guinea pig petting
1:00 Lambing talk
2:00 Rabbit petting
2:45 Calf feeding
3:30 Lambing talk

Tickets are £14.00 per person for anyone 2yrs and above.
* RAINY DAY GUARANTEE – If it rains for 1 hour consistently during your visit, we’ve got you covered. You can come back for a FREE return visit within the next 6 months!

See website for more details.

 

Wroxham Barns – Low Bang Firework Event

Wroxham Barns, Tunstead Road, Hoveton, Norfolk, NR12 8QU

3rd November 2023 (5:30pm-8:30pm)

Low bang firework display set to child friendly music. Rides on the fun park & entry to Junior Farm for the evening.

Tickets are £65 per square (for up to 6 people).

Pre-book only. Check their website for more info.

Wroxham Barns Pumpkin Festival

Wroxham Barns, Tunstead Rd, Hoveton, Norwich NR12 8QU

21st – 29th October 2023

Our biggest pumpkin festival ever! Hubble Bubble toil and trouble, pick your pumpkin from our pumpkin patch, load your wheelbarrow and head into our undercover carving barn, carve away your spooky creation to take away! Free pumpkin for every paying child.

£14.99 per child, £13.99 per adult. Under 2s £2.50 including a pumpkin

 

 

 

Wroxham Football Club Annual Fireworks

Trafford Park, Skinners Lane, Wroxham NR12 8SJ

Sunday 5th November 2023, Gates open 5pm and firework display 7.15pm

Pre-booked prices Adult £8 (gate £10), Under 16s £4 (Gate £5) and Under 5s FREE. Family Ticket £20 (2 adults, 2 Kids)

Wymondham Rugby Club Fireworks

Wymondham Rugby Club, Barnard Fields, Bray Drive, Wymondham, NR18 0GQ

Friday 3rd November 2023
5pm onwards

Price: Adults: £8, under 12’s: £5, under 4s free. Tickets must be purchased prior for entry.

https://www.wymondhamrfc.com/club-events

As well as fireworks, there will be street food, bars and a funfair.

Facebook @WymondhamRFC 

Wymondham Town Centre Halloween Trick or Treat Trail

Saturday 28th October 2023 12-3pm

Free treats for kids in costumes at participating high street businesses.

Wynterfest

Market Street, Wymondham, NR18 0UQ

Sunday 26th November 2023

Wymondham will be buzzing with festive activities, live music and entertainment. The high street will be lined with stalls featuring festive food and drinks as well as a variety of other wonderful local products. Fairground rides and games will ensure a good time is had by all.

YALM Easter Events

YALM, 22-24 The Royal Arcade, Norwich NR2 1NQ

Make your own Easter Egg Workshop with Fairyland Trust
Saturday, 30 March 2024
14:30 – 17:30 45 min slots
Tickets: £4 per child
Not suitable for under 3s. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Family Easter Crafts with GroWild Kindergarten
Thursday, 4 April 2024 & Friday, 5 April 2024
10:00 – 12:00
Crafts suitable for families (for ages 2 years and up).

Pop Up Soft Play Party with Dreamy Days
Tuesday, 16 April 2024
11:00 – 12:30
Soft play fun tailored for little ones aged 0-4
£17.50 including family pizza feast

Book online

YALM Family Pumpkin Crafts

YALM, 22-24 The Royal Arcade, Norwich NR2 1NQ

31st October 2024 10-12pm

Mini pumpkin decorating, Magic ribbon wands, Clay spiders…

Book online.

YALM Family Summer Crafts

YALM, 22-24 The Royal Arcade, Norwich NR2 1NQ

22nd & 23rd August 2024 10-12pm

Mini bug houses, Bug spoon puppets, Wildflower seed pouches…

Book online

 

Yoga With Amber

Catton Park, Oak Ln, Norwich NR6 7DB

Looking ahead to the summer holidays? Join me for some children’s and baby fun yoga sessions in Catton Park! If you are looking for a way to spend time together, keep active and learn tools to keep calm, then join me in the picnic area (or Buxton Lodge if wet) for some yoga sessions, especially for little ones.

Thursdays 3rd, 10th and 24th August 2023

Baby & Toddler Yoga 9.30am: suitable for babies from crawling to around 18 months

Children’s Yoga 10.30am: Children from 3 to 11 – sessions based on imagination, games and partner work with adults who join in too! We will be moving the body to develop the muscles and body awareness, and enjoying calming breathing techniques and relaxation.

Baby & Postnatal Yoga 11.30am: suitable from 6 weeks to walking. Time to connect with your baby, learn massage and yoga moves to support their development, sleep and digestion. Enjoy postnatal recovery yoga, breathing tools and guided relaxation. Baby led so it’s no problem if your baby doesn’t join in the whole session.

£22 for all three or £8 per session, siblings half price

Visit website for details

ZenMuma Little Yogi’s Teddy Bears Picnic

Waterloo Park, Angel Road NR3 3HX

Monday 7th August 2023 10am

Amber & Em from ZenMuma & Natalie from immerse in nature are hosting a Mini summer event for the entire family. We are sharing baby yoga & kids yoga classes where their grown-ups can join in, baby & toddler nature sensory, story telling, a raffle, face painting, treasure hunt trails, crafting and lots lots more!
We are raising funds for The ‘Baby bank Norfolk’, and are asking for voluntary big or small donations in a bucket to take part in our classes & activities.

Bring your picnic & teddies & join in the fun & we’re looking forward to seeing you there

ZenMuma Yoga with Amber: Halloween Specials

2023

Saturday 28th October 9.30-10.30am
Family Yoga Halloween
Waterloo Park, Angel Rd, Norwich NR3 3HX
£12-18

Monday 30th October 11-12.15pm
Baby and Postnatal Yoga Halloween Special
Spixworth Community Hub
£10

Monday 30th October 12.30-1.30om
Adventurous Baby and Postnatal Yoga Halloween Special
Spixworth Community Hub
£10

07307849476

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