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Workshops & Classes

Alpha Course Session 5

The Alpha Course starts on Wednesday 24 June and will run for eight weeks concluding with a Saturday morning session. The dates are 24 June, 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 July and 5 and 15 August (Saturday morning). The sessions starts with coffee and homemade desserts and the course is open to anyone who would like to come. The Alpha Course is a place where you can ask any question, share your views and listen to what the Christian Faith has to say about the big issues of life. It will be held in the St Laurence Centre which is next to Brundall Church. Here is an outline of the course:

Wed 22 JulSt Laurence Church(3.4mi)

via St Laurence ChurchLocal 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(3.6mi)

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Community

Mentoring with Helen Ivory

Filed under: Mentoring with Helen Ivory at National Centre for Writing looked too good not to mention. You're very welcome.

Wed 22 JulNational Centre for Writing(4.3mi)

via National Centre for WritingLocal gem

Community

Cast Off | Knitting & Crochet Group

Another belter from The Shoe Box Community Hub. Cast Off | Knitting & Crochet Group — pop over to their site for the full lowdown.

Wed 22 JulThe Shoe Box Community Hub(4.3mi)

via The Shoe Box Community HubLocal gem

Community

Christianity Explored Session

This summer Broadgrace Church are inviting people to explore Christianity - meeting in a church member's house (or garden) we're creating a space for conversation and time to ask the big questions about life.

Wed 22 JulBroadgrace Church(4.5mi)

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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(4.5mi)

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Children & Family

Coffee and Chat, Blofield Church

Saint Andrew and Saint Peter is being delightfully mysterious about Coffee and Chat, Blofield Church. Consider our curiosity piqued. Yours too, hopefully.

Wed 22 Jul10:15Saint Andrew and Saint Peter(3.7mi)

via Saint Andrew and Saint PeterCurated

Community

Coffee and Chat, Blofield Church

We keep tabs on All Saints so you don't have to. Coffee and Chat, Blofield Church caught our eye — see if it catches yours.

Wed 22 Jul10:15All Saints(4.1mi)

via All SaintsCurated

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(4.2mi)

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Religion & Spirituality

open church and cafe

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

Wed 22 Jul10:30Saint Mark's(4.7mi)

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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(4.5mi)

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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(4.4mi)

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(4.3mi)

via VisitNorwichLocal gem

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(4.3mi)

via The Shoe Box Community HubLocal gem

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(4.4mi)

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Workshops & Classes

Alpha Course Session 5 @ St Laurence Centre Wed,

Something's afoot at St Laurence Church and it goes by the name of Alpha Course Session 5 @ St Laurence Centre Wed,. Their site has the particulars.

Wed 22 Jul20:00St Laurence Church(3.4mi)

via St Laurence ChurchLocal gem

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(4mi)

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Norfolk, England

New Rackheath 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 New Rackheath 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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