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West Acre History Fair - Bringing History to alive 24th and 25th August 2008 The West Acre History Fair celebrates some of the major episodes in Norfolk and British history. Step back in time and witness some of the varied and significant historical events that made britain what it is today. Creating a unique and fun day out for all the family in one of Norfolk's most attractive historical landscapes. This two day fair will be an event not to be missed providing an action packed day of entertainment. Open from 10am - 5pm. Tickets cost Ł6 for an adult and Ł4 for children. For more information please visit www.west-acre.co.uk or call 01760 755444 User: aimee_harris14 Posted: 2008-07-18 18:21:21 POST REPLY >

Kings Lynn Festival- The 7th Summer Open Exhibition Each year the West Norfolk Artist Association holds an exhibition of its members' work, as part of the King's Lynn Festival in July. The exhibition is held in the historic St Nicholas Chapel, King's Lynn, a space of light and peace ideal for the appreciation of the visual arts. As part of this event, the WNAA offers FREE taster art workshops throughout the weekends of the exhibition. These workshops cover diverse subjects, such as rag-rug making, screen printing, ceramics, watercolour painting and more. Workshop places are limited, so prior booking is highly recommended. To book, telephone Helen Breach on 01760 755425 or email helen.breach@talk21.com. The exhibition runs from the 12th - 26th July and is open daily from 10am to 4pm. Entry is free. For more information please visit www.westnorfolkartists.org User: aimee_harris14 Posted: 2008-07-13 11:36:46 POST REPLY >

Jo Halpin Jones - Patterns in Nature photography exhibition Jo Halpin Jones is a West Norfolk photographer with a rapidly increasing reputation for her landscape, seascape and abstract images. When Jo turned towards a photographic career in 2000, it was the Norfolk coast with its enormous skies, and the beautiful north coast hinterland that provided the initial inspiration for her work. The Norfolk landscape continues to appeal, but Jo’s photographic travels now take her all over the world. Jo will be exhibiting her work in the Carter Gallery in Great Bircham from 26th July to 15th August. The gallery is open daily from 10am - 5pm. For more information visit www.johalpinjones.com or call 01485 541790 User: aimee_harris14 Posted: 2008-07-13 10:49:26 POST REPLY >

Explore Godwick Village Join Trevor Ashwin to explore Godwick- the country's best preserved deserted village. Meet at Tittleshall Church at 2pm and wear suitable footwear. Tickets are Ł3 per person and are available by contacting Cromer Museum on 01263 513543 User: aimee_harris14 Posted: 2008-06-22 12:09:34 POST REPLY >

Tours of Historic Kings Lynn The tours are taking place every Monday night at 7pm through June and July and start from the Old Gaol House on the Saturday Market Place. It is advisable to book tickets in advance. Tickets and further information is avaliable from 01553 774297 User: aimee_harris14 Posted: 2008-06-22 11:56:49 POST REPLY >

100 Paintings from Norwich Castle's Collection The paintings are being displayed until Sunday 31st August and combine a selection of paintings selected by local residents and community groups. There is also a gallery trail that has been selected by Norfolk personalities. For more information please contact 01603 493625 User: aimee_harris14 Posted: 2008-06-22 11:48:45 POST REPLY >

Wayland Show, Watton August 3rd 2008 - 10am Wayland Show is a great day with something for all the family. Featuring a performance by the international display group Motostunts, livestock classes for sheep, cattle and pigs, pony classes, RDA horse show, gundog display, helicopter rides, vintage tractors, classic cars, steam and miniature engines, childrens rides...... For a full listing of the days events visit www.waylandshow.com or call 01953 882125 User: aimee_harris14 Posted: 2008-06-22 11:38:39 POST REPLY >

Flower Festival at Trinity Methodist Church, Dereham July 25th - 27th 2008 Viewing starts on Friday 25th from 10am - 7pm. On Saturday 26th the viewings run from 10am - 6pm with a performance from Broadland Youth Choir at 7:30pm. Sunday 27th's viewings start from 1pm - 5pm. Also featuring an exhibition by Dereham Windmill quilters and performance by the Trinity Methodist Church choir. Refreshments will be available on all 3 days. For tickets and more information contact 01362 692488 User: aimee_harris14 Posted: 2008-06-22 10:00:51 POST REPLY >

Over 55's Days at Gressenhall Between July 11th & September 5th Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse Museum will be hosting special days for the over 55's. Activities include craft and farming demonstrations, country walks and musical performances. There is a special entry rate of Ł4 per person. For more information contact 01362 869251 or visit www.museums.norfolk.gov.uk User: aimee_harris14 Posted: 2008-06-22 09:44:14 POST REPLY >

East Harling Wedding Dress Festival St Peter and St Paul Church, East Harling hosts an exhibition of wedding dresses and photographers from Victorian times up to the present day. Activities include local children taking part in a 'wedding' ceremony, a service and celebration for couples to reaffirm their vows, choral evensong, exhibition, open gardens and a scare crow trail. For more information please call Paul Clarkson on 01953 718222 User: aimee_harris14 Posted: 2008-06-22 09:36:34 POST REPLY >

Weeting Steam Engine Rally & Country Show July 18th - 20th inclusive Gates open from 10am each day. Adults Ł8.00 & Under 14's Free Discounted Senior Citizen rates If you are looking for a fascinating and nostalgic family day out, look no further than the Weeting Steam Engine Rally and Country Show. This year, to help celebrate 40 years, you should expect to have some of the original engines from the first Weeting Rally steaming around the showground. There will be parades of steam traction engines and steam lorries, vintage tractors and fire engines. Working steam powered farmyard machines, a full sized steam train on rails, a model steam train (which takes passengers round a rack) and small steam models including boats on a pond. There will be static displays of vintage cars, motorbikes and military vehicles. Demonstrations of steam ploughing can be seen, which uses two traction engines at either end of the field pulling a plough by cable backwards and forwards over the ground, steam threshing of corn, again using a traction engine as its power source, steam powered sawmill and stone crushing and farmyard implements of a bygone era. Ploughing and cultivating demonstrations can also be seen, using vintage tractors and horses and will be taking place throughout the weekend. The Snakewood Dog Agility Team will give regular demonstrations in their own separate arena and are a great attraction. The team will also perform a fun and fast 'knock out competition' in the main arena each day. The Community Tent will house a number of museums and local organisations who host displays and interactive amusements for our visitors. There will also be a craft marquee and of course many trade stands to wander around at your leisure. Helicopter flights have proved to be popular way to get a birds-eye view of the whole show and some of the surrounding area. We also have old time fairground rides as well as new rides, bouncy castles, mini quad bikes and many other bits and pieces to keep each member of the family entertained. We have two bars on the showground which are open until 11pm on Friday & Saturday night and 5pm on Sunday. 'Dr Busker' makes a welcome return to the rally this year and will be your Friday night entertainment in the main bar. The Burrell Restaurant will be open all day along with catering stands around the grounds for a variety of formal and non-formal food. User: alison_ingham83 Posted: 2008-06-12 14:56:41 POST REPLY >

Thursday 17th July 2008 Antiques Road Show! Antiques Road show will be hosted by Fiona Bruce at Oxborough Hall, Norfolk and will feature some of Britain’s leading fine arts specialists who will be on hand to offer free advice and evaluations to visitors of the National Trust Property. Thursday 17th July 2008 9.30am to 4.30pm Oxborough is 5 minutes from Swaffham by car, why not make a day of it and stay at Strattons: Doubles from Ł230 dinner, bed & breakfast Call reception now to book on 01760 723845. User: strattons Posted: 2008-06-04 10:37:53 POST REPLY >

The 11th Anniversary Party - Blickling Hall Saturday 19th July 2008 One night, eleven acts, even more non-stop hits! With artists such as Kim Wilde, Kid Creole and the Coconuts, Howard Jones, Heaven 17, and The Real Thing, this will be a spectacular event within the beautiful grounds of Blickling Hall, with a massive firework finale!! Tickets for this event are Ł37.50 and booking lines are open 24hours. Booking fees may apply, for more information contact 0871 424 4444 or 0844 8004308. Alternatively, tickets can be purchased via www.ticketline.co.uk User: alison_ingham83 Posted: 2008-05-25 13:51:52 POST REPLY >

Boyzone at Blickling Hall 2008 Destined to be one of the ultimate events of this year’s live calendar, it will see all five original members Ronan Keating, Stephen Gately, Shane Lynch, Mikey Graham and Keith Duffy together again. Formed in 1994 Boyzone had 16 consecutive top five hits, which include six UK number one singles and five number one albums. To obtain tickets to this amazing event call; Blickling Hall 0844 800 4308 (plus booking fee, personal callers by cash/cheque – no booking fee) Ticketline - 0871 424 4444 (24 hrs plus booking fee) or you can visit www.ticketline.co.uk or www.nationaltrust.org.uk/events User: alison_ingham83 Posted: 2008-04-14 20:30:45 POST REPLY >

WORLD ART COLLECTIONS EXHIBITIONS Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts 29th January 2008-June 2008 This season kicks off with the 'Culture of Cloth Conference', offering a chance to preview the exhibition, hear a wide range of talks and watch practical demonstrations from artists. There is also a fasciniting series of 'Textile Specials' - enjoy talks by exhibiting artists and chat to them over dinner with new 'Supper Talks', there are also many 'Textile Workshops'. Back by popular demand this season are the life-drawing and photography Saturday studios. New for 2008 is the 'World Group Book' which will meet in the Cafe one Wednesday each month. As usual there will also be lunchtime talks, an ArtsLAb course abd Sunday films, as well as First Sunday, Mini-Studio and holiday workshops for children. Why not enjoy a light meal in the Gallery Cafe, where you will find a fabulous new set of Cafe menus devised by Head Chef Stephen Wright. Children's menu are also available. User: alison_ingham83 Posted: 2008-01-18 12:25:31 POST REPLY >

Elveden Food Hall Just visited the Elveden food hall and was so impressed with the array of local food particularly from the Elveden estate itself. The estate has been owned by the Guiness family since the 1890's and currently comprises 22,000 acres and includes the parishes of Elveden, Eriswell and Icklingham. The estate is involved in agriculture, conservation, hedging and the production of root vegetables. The estate also grows christmas trees including the annual supply of trees to royalty, as well as national landmarks such as St.Paul's, London Bridge and other civic centres. On sale in the shop are game, venison, honey, beers and veggies from the estate including the Countesses rare breed meats and eggs but many other delicious food products from the locality. The cafe too serves great food based on this simple ethos. It's a Great place to drop into on the way to London and safe and interesting for the kids too. Visit them online at www.elveden.com User: vanessa_scott78 Posted: 2007-02-13 08:09:29 POST REPLY >