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Community

Mentoring with Helen Ivory

National Centre for Writing is being delightfully mysterious about Mentoring with Helen Ivory. Consider our curiosity piqued. Yours too, hopefully.

Wed 22 JulNational Centre for Writing(1.4mi)

via National Centre for WritingLocal gem

Arts & Culture

Cast Off | Knitting & Crochet Group

Something's afoot at The Shoe Box Community Hub and it goes by the name of Cast Off | Knitting & Crochet Group. Their site has the particulars.

Wed 22 JulThe Shoe Box Community Hub(1.7mi)

via The Shoe Box Community HubLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Free Pool

We’re excited to bring FREE POOL to Wednesdays! Come and enjoy a game on our pool table—first come, first served. It’s the perfect way to break up your week!

Wed 22 JulThe Castle Inn(2.2mi)

via The Castle InnCurated

Religion & Spirituality

Cafe Church 8.45-10.45 every Wednesday at St Elizabeth's on Cadge Road

Come along from 8.45 for a chat, a cuppa, and community. From 10 am we meet to explore our faith with others; no previous experience required! An informal, relaxed time of chatting through God's word from the bible. A great time to meet and share with others. All welcome.

Wed 22 Jul08:45Parish Church of Saint Elizabeth(2.8mi)

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Children & Family

Little Fellowes Toddler Group

Baby and toddler group for parents and carers to be part of. We offer a variety of activities, including singing and crafts within a small community space. A safe place where children and adults are known by name.

Wed 22 Jul10:00St Stephen's Church(1.5mi)

via St Stephen's ChurchLocal gem

Religion & Spirituality

open church and cafe

an opportunity for visiting, private prayer or reflection and our weekly cafe

Wed 22 Jul10:30Saint Mark's(1mi)

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Community

Community Hot Spot Coffee Wednesday Mornings 1030

Do drop in and have a coffee, cake and chat in a warm church with a warm welcome. Every Wednesday between 10.30am and 1pm, we will be there welcoming everyone. In colder weather, the heating will be on. When it is hot outside, it is naturally cool in the church.

Wed 22 Jul10:30St George Colegate(2mi)

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Religion & SpiritualityWellness & Wellbeing

Renew Wellbeing at St Stephen's

Every Wednesday from 11-2 there is a hosted community space for a variety of hobbies and activities. These are run by the community for the community. Anyone is welcome to share a hobby or skill and anyone is welcome to join in. They are all free. We also host a short prayer time which is entirely optional. Come and relax and chat, or enjoy the peace in our quiet area. The activities are based around the '5 ways to wellbeing' which promote good mental and emotional health. To CONNECT, GIVE, BE ACTIVE, KEEP LEARNING and TAKE NOTICE will hopefully contribute towards a preventative approach to mental ill health.

Wed 22 Jul11:00St Stephen's Church(1.5mi)

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Children & Family

Playful Parents is a ‘Stay & Play’ group with a difference

The in-person group runs every Wednesday from 10.15am-1.15pm for toddlers from walking to 3 years old and their caregivers – parents, grandparents, childminders etc are all welcome. The Whats App group provides real time connection, support and discussion and the Facebook Group is full of information and resources.

Wed 22 Jul11:15Soulshine(1.5mi)

via SoulshineLocal gem

Community

Victorian Norwich Walking Tour

Explore Victorian Norwich on this two-hour walking tour with tour guide, Paul Dickson. Book ast Eventbrite. A Norwich History Festival event.

Wed 22 Jul12:00VisitNorwich(2.5mi)

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Arts & Culture

Bridges Creative Writing Group

Whether you’re an experienced writer or are just starting and want to learn more, The Bridges Creative Writing Group provides a friendly and supportive space for people who have had, or are experiencing mental health challenges to share and learn from others.

Wed 22 Jul15:00The Shoe Box Community Hub(1.7mi)

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LITTLE CRAFT HUTT – Bloom Jars (Pressed Flower Creations)

Arts & Culture

Around £25

LITTLE CRAFT HUTT – Bloom Jars (Pressed Flower Creations)

CRAFT & CREATE AT YALM – LITTLE CRAFT HUTT'S MONTHLY GATHERING JULY WORKSHOP: Bloom Jars (Pressed Flower Creations) Date: Wednesday 22nd July 2026 Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm Location: Private Dining Room, Yalm, Norwich Celebrate summer with a beautifully calming, nature-inspired

Wed 22 Jul18:00Yalm(1.6mi)

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Community

Benedictine lectures 2026: Communal virtue ethics and Benedictine living

Communal virtue ethics is one in a series of lectures on the Benedictine tradition in many facets of historic and contemporary life.

Wed 22 Jul20:00The Herb Garden(1.8mi)

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Live Music

Summer Organ Concert: Christopher Too

Christopher Too, Assistant Organist at Norwich Cathedral, will be performing an organ concert on Wednesday 22 July at 7pm.

Wed 22 Jul20:00The Herb Garden(1.8mi)

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Markets & Fairs

On The Huh! 900 Years of Norwich Market

Join us for 'On The Huh! 900 Years of Norwich Market' - a community performance and exhibition event about the rich history of Norwich Market.

Wed 22 Jul20:30VisitNorwich(2.5mi)

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Community

Around £18.50

Clann An Drumma

Price From: £18.50 Supporter | £21

Wed 22 Jul21:00Norwich Arts Centre(1.9mi)

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Community

Mentoring with Katri Skala

Mentoring with Katri Skala at National Centre for Writing. That's all we've got, but sometimes a good title is all you need. Intrigued? Us too.

Thu 23 JulNational Centre for Writing(1.4mi)

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Venues with events near Lakenham, Old

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

National Centre for Writing1.4 miles away St Stephen's Church1.5 miles away The Shoe Box Community Hub1.7 miles away

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Norfolk, England

Lakenham, Old is in Norfolk, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Lakenham, Old events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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