All of us deserve the dignity and security of having what we need to stay warm, dry, clean and fed. But for too many people in Norfolk, these essentials are out of reach. The Norfolk Anti-Poverty Alliance is a new movement of individuals and organisations that believe we can do better than this. Together, we […]
David Clayton is coming up to fifty years in local broadcasting. In that time he's been on local radio, national radio and regional television. Now he works with journalism students who will be the next generation of broadcasters. Born in Yorkshire, David moved to Gorleston-on-Sea in 1963 (his favourite place in Norfolk!), so he’s very […]
David Clayton is coming up to fifty years in local broadcasting. In that time he's been on local radio, national radio and regional television. Now he works with journalism students who will be the next generation of broadcasters. Born in Yorkshire, David moved to Gorleston-on-Sea in 1963 (his favourite place in Norfolk!), so he’s very […]
Experience The Blindboy Podcast LIVE with polymath, best-selling author, screenwriter, songwriter, musician, producer and academic Blindboy Boatclub. On his biggest tour to date, The Blindboy Podcast has been described as a “cultural phenomenon” by The New York Times. It’s an award-winning storytelling podcast in the Irish tradition of the Seanchaí, which seamlessly intertwines history, fiction, […]
A live literature event in the heart of Norwich. This event will be held at the Maddermarket in Norwich . Doors will be open at 7pm for a 7.30 start. We are suggest a donation of minimum £3 for those who attend. The venue includes a bar There are two featured readers plus open mic […]
For two decades Matt Chorley has feasted on politics, stalking the corridors, pubs and restaurants of Westminster. Now the award-winning writer, podcaster, comedian and BBC Radio 5 Live presenter has all the ingredients to cook up an hilarious new show looking at parliament’s feuding food factions and how politicians really are what they eat. WARNING: […]
National Centre for Writing is delighted to welcome bestselling novelist and BAFTA Award-winning screenwriter David Nicholls to Norwich for an evening of captivating conversation about his latest sensational book, You Are Here. A romantic comedy set against the beautiful backdrop of the British countryside, You Are Here is a heartfelt story of first encounters, second […]
As the UK’s most popular pianist and bandleader, Jools Holland OBE has performed and recorded with some of the most talented musicians and songwriters in the world, including Eric Clapton, the late George Harrison and Luther Vandross, Sting, BB King and Paul Weller. Jools is respected not only as a performer but also as an […]
Norwich has always welcomed Strangers to its city but some have been more welcome than others. The Normans disrupted Anglo-Scandinavian life, breaking the 200-year link with Denmark and reconnecting with France and Europe. Dominant new buildings were raised and the layout radically changed but the Normans brought order, recognition and prosperity. This talk is part […]
Guest Speaker Tom Powell of Norwich Droids will be discussing his experiences with 3D printing and assembling replica Star Wars droids and props. Part of the 'May the Toys Be With You' exhibition programme. Not affiliated with Disney/Star Wars/Lucas Films.
“The Politeness of Princes” – a talk by Imogen Corrigan, Medieval Historian. We are delighted that Imogen Corrigan is able to join us, once again, when she will be examining the reality of manners and etiquette in the later medieval period. A far cry from the popular image of appalling table manners, medieval dining was […]
