Events
Discover the huge range of events going on all year in west Norfolk. Whatever your interest, there is something happening in the area to suit you.
Discover the huge range of events going on all year in west Norfolk. Whatever your interest, there is something happening in the area to suit you.
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Our listings give a shining light on colourful events across the west Norfolk area that hold a strong tourist or visitor appeal. If you are holding (or looking for) a service, local consultation or other regular community-focused meeting or event beyond our scope, please do visit the links for externally-managed local community event platforms here: King’s Lynn on Eventbrite, Discover King’s Lynn What’s On, Downham Market Town Council, and What’s On in Hunstanton.
Looking for year round inspiration? Check out our Email Newsletters page for past events in our three towns, coast and countryside.
North Norfolk Coast shopping that’s not on the high street from local producers & artisans. Dalegate Market will host four artisans & producers in the beach huts each week.
Pop Up Shops change every week at Dalegate Market. You’ll usually find four new and interesting Pop Up Shops, in the beach huts behind The Nest Cafe, from Thursday to the following Tuesday each week throughout the Summer and weekends in the run up to Christmas.
A co-operative of six local artists (Alison Dickson, Chrissy Bolton, Bob Kidd, Julie Langdon, Patricia Osborn & Sam Rafter), the Cleymore Motley Art Crew, meet together in the gallery space once a week to create, discuss, support, inspire & learn from each other. Each artist has their own unique style, focus & expertise. Their work will form the inaugural exhibition in the Gallery and will celebrates their coming together The Old Shop, giving them a creative home & allowing us to showcase local talent as well as the best of Norfolk.
A day bursting with inspiration, creativity and connection!
Join Ely/Cambridge artist Laura Pearson-Clark (Art in the Burrow) in the stunning grounds of Stow Hall Gardens and immerse yourself in nature. This time we’ll be focusing on depicting the impressive display of the flowering wisteria that cascades around the textured brickwork.
North Norfolk Coast shopping that’s not on the high street from local producers & artisans. Dalegate Market will host four artisans & producers in the beach huts each week.
Pop Up Shops change every week at Dalegate Market. You’ll usually find four new and interesting Pop Up Shops, in the beach huts behind The Nest Cafe, from Thursday to the following Tuesday each week throughout the Summer and weekends in the run up to Christmas.
Probably the finest surviving merchant’s town house in England, Grade I-listed Clifton House is a spectacular family home in the middle of town, open for guided tours a few times a year. As well as Tudor, Stuart and Georgian interiors and a magnificent staircase by Henry Bell, the tour includes the famous Elizabethan tower with its Jacobean murals and spectacular views. The tour lasts approx. 1.5 to 2 hours and is lead by one of the owners, Dr Simon Thurley and Dr Anna Keay. Advance bookings only via Historic Houses website.
Tea and cake included in ticket price.
Please note: due to the historic nature of this building there is very limited disabled access.
Plant Lovers’ Day, now in its 19th year, welcomes specialist garden nurseries from across Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire and Essex as well as leading nurseries from further afield, to showcase their best quality plants. Excellent-value herbaceous perennials, annuals, bulbs, shrubs, climbers and a wide selection of popular plants such as roses, will be on offer. Visitors are invited to buy direct from the nurseries or pre-order specific plants with collection on the day. As always, the public is encouraged to take full advantage of the advice and inspiration on offer from the region’s leading plantsmen.
Dogs are welcome on leads throughout the site, the event area and in the café and shops.
John is worried he will be forgotten after he’s passed on.
When his troubled grandson comes to visit, he decides to share his life story, hoping to inspire him.
But can John’s history really connect with the “youth of today”?
Reflex Theatre revives this local tale of love, conflict, loss and hope that spans generations and beyond.
There will be a post-show discussion with the cast and director after each performance.
Nominated for two 2024 Norfolk Arts Awards (New Writing & Theatre Award)
The Bircham Newton Heritage Centre has a unique collection of memorabilia from the former Royal Air Force station’s past service, which spanned more than 44 years, including two world wars and the Cold War…
Once a month, under 5s and their families are invited to explore Lynn Museum with a variety of activities, trails, songs, games and stories. These sessions have a different theme each month, and are specially designed for early years learning, allowing young children the chance to explore the museum in their own way. In May, explore all the different ways you can travel, from cars and trains to boats and planes.
Master the art of French pastry one session at a time!
Join our immersive 12-hour hands-on pastry workshop, thoughtfully designed over 4 engaging sessions (3 hours each).
Throughout the sessions, you’ll build confidence in essential baking skills, all within a supportive, creative environment that encourages experimentation and personal flair.