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What's on in West Poringland

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around West Poringland.

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Cookie Creations – Family Workshop with Little Craft Hutt

Arts & CultureChildren & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Around £7.50

Cookie Creations – Family Workshop with Little Craft Hutt

Cookie Creations – Family Workshop Date: Thursday 23rd July 2026 Time: 10.30am - 12pm Location: Private Dining Room, Yalm, Norwic Celebrate the first week of the summer holidays with a fun-filled family crafting Tasha from Little Craft Hutt for a creative session, where

Thu 23 Jul10:30Yalm(4.8mi)

via Yalm

Religion & Spirituality

St Giles Hot Spot

St Giles Hot Spot will be held in St Giles Church every Thursday from 10.30am to 1pm. Before the Hot Spot Cafe there will be Morning Prayer at 10.00am which you are welcome to join. Pop in sometime and enjoy a warm welcome! Do talk to Melissa or Helen or read the letter at the back of St Giles Church if you would like to know more.

Thu 23 Jul10:30St Giles on the Hill(5mi)

via St Giles on the HillCurated

Arts & CultureChildren & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Around £7.50

Cookie Creations – Family Workshop with Little Craft Hutt

Cookie Creations – Family Workshop Date: Thursday 23rd July 2026 Time: 1–2:30pm Location: Private Dining Room, Yalm, Norwic Celebrate the first week of the summer holidays with a fun-filled family crafting Tasha from Little Craft Hutt for a creative session, where childr

Thu 23 Jul13:00Yalm(4.8mi)

via Yalm

Community

Tea, Chat and Praise

Tea, Chat and Praise. Holy Trinity Church. Date's on the card. That's the trailer — their site's got the main feature.

Thu 23 Jul14:15Holy Trinity Church(4.8mi)

via Holy Trinity Church

Arts & Culture

English Exchange in The Gallery

A free, friendly conversation group for those learning English as a second language.

Thu 23 Jul16:00Norwich Forum(4.8mi)

via Norwich ForumLocal gem

Sports & Fitness

Dynamo’s Cricket for 8-11 year olds

Swardeston Social Club and Village Hall has got Dynamo’s Cricket for 8-11 year olds pencilled in. We've got the date — they've got the detail. Between us, you're sorted.

Thu 23 Jul17:00Swardeston Social Club and Village Hall(3.8mi)

via Swardeston Social Club and Village Hall

Sports & Fitness

Karate

Karate — brought to you by Swardeston Social Club and Village Hall and surfaced by us. A beautiful collaboration, if we do say so ourselves.

Thu 23 Jul18:00Swardeston Social Club and Village Hall(3.8mi)

via Swardeston Social Club and Village Hall

Talks & Lectures

Norwich Society Talk

Signs of Past Times

Thu 23 Jul18:30Norwich Forum(4.8mi)

via Norwich ForumLocal gem

Community

Around £3

#FOMO Fridays

Come and join us at Popworld Norwich for the ultimate Friday night event! Get ready to dance the night away to a mix of cheesy pop, current hits, and classic club bangers that will have you singing along all night long. Enjoy free entry until 10pm, and just £3 after 10pm to keep the party going. Don't miss out on the fun - last entry is at 02:30am, so make sure to arrive early to get the most out of your night! Whether you're looking to let loose after a long week or just want to have a great time with friends, Popworld Norwich is the place to be. Grab your crew and get ready for a night of non-stop music and good vibes!

Fri 24 JulPopworld - Norwich(4.7mi)

via Popworld - NorwichLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

The Journey to Neverland

We're inviting young people to join a series of workshops inspired by our 2026 pantomime, The All New Adventures of Peter Pan. These sessions introduce participants to a professional rehearsal room—building confidence, creativity, and performance skills in a fun, supportive environment.

Fri 24 JulNorwich Theatre Stage Two(4.8mi)

via Norwich Theatre Stage TwoLocal gem

Community

Monday Social – Great Yarmouth

The Shoe Box Community Hub hasn't given us the full script, but Monday Social – Great Yarmouth has got "worth checking out" written all over it.

Fri 24 JulThe Shoe Box Community Hub(4.8mi)

via The Shoe Box Community HubLocal gem

Arts & Culture

Cast Off | Knitting & Crochet Group

Right then — Cast Off | Knitting & Crochet Group at The Shoe Box Community Hub. We've nabbed the essentials, they've kept the juicy bits for their own site.

Fri 24 JulThe Shoe Box Community Hub(4.8mi)

via The Shoe Box Community HubLocal gem

Community

Sunshine and Showers Bipolar Peer Support Group

Found this on The Shoe Box Community Hub's radar. Sunshine and Showers Bipolar Peer Support Group — sounds promising. Click through for the director's cut.

Fri 24 JulThe Shoe Box Community Hub(4.8mi)

via The Shoe Box Community HubLocal gem

Community

Mr Ragu Cosy Pasta Club Friday

Jarrold Sport is being delightfully mysterious about Mr Ragu Cosy Pasta Club Friday. Consider our curiosity piqued. Yours too, hopefully.

Fri 24 JulJarrold Sport(4.8mi)

via Jarrold SportLocal gem

Community

Mr Ragu Cosy Pasta Club

Mr Ragu Cosy Pasta Club? At Jarrold Sport? Say no more. Well, actually — their site says quite a bit more. Worth a click.

Fri 24 JulJarrold Sport(4.8mi)

via Jarrold SportLocal gem

Community

Library tours

A behind-the-scenes look at Norwich Cathedral Library, its history and its collections.

Fri 24 JulThe Herb Garden(4.9mi)

via The Herb GardenLocal gem

Community

Senior Grade Training Session

Training Session for Blue Belt and above - free session so training is at own risk unless an instructor is present

Sat 25 JulNorwich Jujitsu Club(3.6mi)

via Norwich Jujitsu ClubCurated

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Norfolk, England

West Poringland 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 West Poringland 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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