Life Is for Living exercise group celebrates 10th anniversary
A group offering exercise classes and a social space for older Thetford residents has marked its 10th birthday with a party at Fulmerston Church. Life is for Living, set up by June Lewis and Suzanne Norman, has the tagline “exercise without lycra,” and is open to people of all mobility levels. June and Sue began […]
Merry Christmas from Halcyon Days Skincare
As the festive season approaches, all of us at Halcyon Days Skincare would like to wish our wonderful clients a happy, healthy, and peaceful Christmas and New Year. Your continued support throughout the year means the world to us! It’s been a joy helping you look and feel your best, and we can’t wait to […]
Advice from BTO to help protect wild birds and track the spread of bird flu
Following the article in the August issue about the spread of bird flu across the UK, cases have been rising again across Norfolk, and are predicted to continue rising this coming winter. This includes a worrying outbreak in overwintering Whooper Swans in the Fens, with a growing number of sick and dead birds being reported […]
Backstage sneak peak at Thetford Players’ 2026 Pantomime, Hansel and Gretel!
Thetford Players’ upcoming panto Hansel and Gretel is set to follow in the NODA-recognised footsteps of previous pantos written and directed by Thetford’s Soan Sisters, Maddie Stebbings and Frankie Soan. Now in its 16th year, the award-winning Thetford Players annual panto is a highlight of the Thetford calendar. Jam-packed with all the most-loved elements of […]
Coach Services launch Thetford Rangers service across town
Thetford will now see town buses running up to every 20 minutes, making it easier to travel across the town. The Thetford Rangers T1, T2 and T3 services run up to every 20 minutes from Monday to Saturday, and hourly on Sundays, ensuring regular travel seven days a week. Routes remain largely the same, serving […]
Thetfordians changing lives in Kabbubu, Uganda
Fiona and Simon Barnett share reflections from their visit to Kabubbu in rural Uganda, where small acts of kindness offered hope, dignity, and lasting change to families facing hardship. How does someone decide whether to give a goat or a chicken to a mother in rural Uganda who is struggling to provide for her family […]
When hospice support endures – Miranda’s Story | St Nicholas Hospice Care
Thetford resident Miranda Currie has known St Nicholas Hospice Care for nearly twenty years. For her, it isn’t just a place she visited during difficult moments, it is a place that has walked beside her through illness, loss, and healing. Miranda’s Story I’m Miranda, and I’ve known St Nicholas Hospice Care for nearly twenty years. […]
Thetford Singers to say goodbye to Musical Director at 2025 Christmas Concert
Thetford Singers return to the Methodist Church for their annual Christmas concert on Wednesday 17th December. It promises to be an enjoyable evening that will be especially poignant for their members – their last concert with their Musical Director and conductor, Chris Parsons. The Singers would like to send love and thanks to Chris for […]
Christmas Tree Tips and more! | Maggie’s December Garden Notes
Maggie Baldwin shares seasonal tips for preparing the garden for winter, from caring for hibernating wildlife to choosing festive greenery and keeping Christmas trees looking their best. Another gardening year is almost over and it’s time to sit back and take stock of the successes and failures of the season and plan for next year. […]
Honington Military Wives Choir’s tribute at Menin Gate
Six singers from Thetford, together with musical director Kelly Stratton, enjoyed a memorable trip to Belgium as part of a 45-strong Military Wives Choir. The highlight was performing at the world-famous Menin Gate, where the daily Last Post ceremony honours Allied soldiers at 8pm. To take part, the Honington Military Wives Choir submitted an audition […]
