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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend

11–12 July Near Bessingham

Not every listing gets a golden ticket

We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.

Happening Saturday 11 July to Sunday 12 July.
Picked for Bessingham, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.

Our 10 picks near Bessingham

Five Churches Festival - Blake1

Five Churches Festival - Blake

at Saint Andrew

FIVE CHURCHES FESTIVAL - Blake! Occurring for 2 hours, 30 mins Venue Bayfield Hall Address Holt, NR25, 7JN, United Kingdom Experience a magical summer evening as Classical Brit Award-winning vocal group Blake perform in the glorious grounds of Bayfield Hall. Bring your own picnic, drinks, rugs, tables and chairs and settle under the Norfolk sky to enjoy an unforgettable night of music Concert Event held outside Inclusive Service Music Ticketed Event Tower Tours More info

6.8 milesSat 11 Jul20:30
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Festivals & Events
Five Churches Festival - It's About Time 12

Five Churches Festival - It's About Time 1

at Saint Martins Church

FIVE CHURCHES FESTIVAL - It's About Time 1 Occurring for 1 hour Venue St Martin's, Glandford Address Mill Cottages Glandford Holt, NR25 7JR, United Kingdom Award-winning, international duo Flutes & Frets, known for their onstage chemistry and interaction, perform music from the past 500 years on an array of magical instruments. Event held in a Church Concert Inclusive Service Music Ticketed Event More info

8.2 milesSat 11 Jul16:00
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Festivals & Events

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Five Churches Festival - It's About Time 23

Five Churches Festival - It's About Time 2

at Saint Martins Church

FIVE CHURCHES FESTIVAL - It's About Time 2 Occurring for 1 hour Venue St Martin's, Glandford Address Mill Cottages Glandford Holt, NR25 7JR, United Kingdom Award-winning, international duo Flutes & Frets, known for their onstage chemistry and interaction, perform music from the past 500 years on an array of magical instruments. Event held in a Church Concert Inclusive Service Music Ticketed Event More info

8.2 milesSat 11 Jul18:00
CuratedSee the details→
Festivals & Events
Five Churches Festival - Blake4

Five Churches Festival - Blake

at Saint Martins Church

FIVE CHURCHES FESTIVAL - Blake! Occurring for 2 hours, 30 mins Venue Bayfield Hall Address Holt, NR25, 7JN, United Kingdom Experience a magical summer evening as Classical Brit Award-winning vocal group Blake perform in the glorious grounds of Bayfield Hall. Bring your own picnic, drinks, rugs, tables and chairs and settle under the Norfolk sky to enjoy an unforgettable night of music Concert Event held outside Inclusive Service Music Ticketed Event Tower Tours More info

8.2 milesSat 11 Jul20:30
CuratedSee the details→
Festivals & Events
Sheringham And Cromer Choral Society5

Sheringham And Cromer Choral Society

at Wells next the sea Visitor Information Centre

Saturday, 11 July, 6.00pm Sheringham and Cromer Choral Society Directed by David Ballard Brahms (Ein Deutches Requiem), Vaughan Williams (Five Mystical Songs), Strauss (Im Abendrot) “ECHOES OF THE DIVINE” Founded in 1933, the choir has been bringing high quality choral music to North Norfolk for more than 90 years. Please note that tickets sales for this event are NOT managed by Wells Maltings. Please book your tickets through the following link: Tickets £20 (under 18’s and care-givers free) from https://www.trybooking.com/uk/ FYYC For full details visit www.sheringhamandcromerchoral.org.uk

16.2 milesSat 11 Jul£20
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Community
Sheringham And Cromer Choral Society6

Sheringham And Cromer Choral Society

at Wells Maltings

Saturday, 11 July, 6.00pm Sheringham and Cromer Choral Society Directed by David Ballard Brahms (Ein Deutches Requiem), Vaughan Williams (Five Mystical Songs), Strauss (Im Abendrot) “ECHOES OF THE DIVINE” Founded in 1933, the choir has been bringing high quality choral music to North Norfolk for more than 90 years. Please note that tickets sales for this event are NOT managed by Wells Maltings. Please book your tickets through the following link: Tickets £20 (under 18’s and care-givers free) from https://www.trybooking.com/uk/ FYYC For full details visit www.sheringhamandcromerchoral.org.uk

16.2 milesSat 11 Jul£20
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Community
community7

The Seasiders do the Broads

at Museum of The Broads

The Seasiders do the Broads! Saturday 11th July 12.30-2.30pm Free with museum admission. This popular ukelele band from Winterton-On-Sea bring their music and songs to the Broads. Refreshments are available from the museum shop or bring a picnic and join the Seasiders by the river.

14.7 milesSat 11 Jul
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Community
Eucharist (Tattersett: All Saints and St Andrew's)8

Eucharist (Tattersett: All Saints and St Andrew's)

at All Saints

Up for an adventure then come and join us in the fields of Tattersett in the church of All Saints and St Andrew's for a Book of Common Prayer Communion Service. If you are new to this service or this church the service booklet will help to gently guide you through the service and the regular congregation will warmly welcome you.

17.7 milesSun 12 Jul11:30
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Religion & Spirituality
Lord Mayor's Procession Day Activities at The Halls9

Lord Mayor's Procession Day Activities at The Halls

at The Halls

Chill out at The Halls before the Procession (3pm) passes along St Andrews Street. It’s the perfect place to soak up the atmosphere at your own pace, with gentle indoor activities and performances outside to enjoy alongside a drink from our fabulous bar on the Plain – and maybe even an ice cream.

17.8 milesSat 11 Jul
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Community
Live Music: Afterburn Saturday 11th July 2026 Find out more10

Live Music: Afterburn Saturday 11th July 2026 Find out more

at Jarrold Sport

Another incredible night of Live Music at Jarrolds Letheringsett An unforgettable night of live music from a dynamic 7-piece Suffolk based rock and roll band delivering classic hits, powerful vocals, driving guitars, and an energetic rhythm section. Look forward to a fun-filled atmosphere packed with dancing, singalongs, and great vibes from start to finish.

17.9 milesSat 11 Jul
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Live Music

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