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New Music Café coming to Thetford Library

The exterior of Thetford Library, a modern red-brick building with large windows and a green "Library" sign on the central wall. A metal spiral staircase is visible on the left side, and there's a streetlamp and pavement in front. A signpost directs pedestrians to nearby points of interest. The sky is clear and blue, and autumn leaves are scattered near the base of the building.

Thetford Library is working with Britten Sinfonia musicians and young people from Thetford Academy to launch the new Thetford Music Café. Starting Wednesday 8th October, adults and older people are invited to join a series of fun, creative workshops led by violinist Caroline Speca, alongside other Britten Sinfonia musicians and local students. Together, participants will […]

Thetford Town Council objects to plans for Abbey Estate redevelopment

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Thetford Town Council has formally objected to the outline planning application for the redevelopment of the Abbey Estate, warning that the current proposals would have a “detrimental impact” on residents and the wider community. In an open letter to Breckland Council, the Town Council highlighted concerns over the scale of demolition and loss of amenity. […]

What could unitary council plans for Norfolk look like, and how would it affect you?

A roadside sign reads “Norfolk – Nelson’s County” with the county crest. Overlaid on the right are the colourful “Future³ Norfolk: People, Place, Progress” logo and the bold “One Norfolk One Council” logo.

Local government in Norfolk could be about to change in one of the biggest shake-ups in decades, but there is still debate over what the right model should look like. The Government has asked councils across the country to submit proposals for “unitary” authorities, which would replace the current two-tier system. Right now, Norfolk has […]

Ghosts of Thetford Past – New Thetford Treasure Trail coming this Halloween

Keep your eyes peeled for our next trail, Ghosts of Thetford Past, where you’ll get to know some of the weird and wonderful faces from our town’s history, from Boudicca to Burrell. Proudly part of Norfolk County Council and Breckland Council’s Love Your Market Town scheme, people who complete the trail will receive a card […]

Pre-season prep and coaching clinic at Thetford Rugby Club

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Thetford Rugby Club enjoyed a brilliant day of rugby, community spirit, and hard work on Saturday 2nd August, as members came together for a busy pre-season club day. Volunteers rolled up their sleeves to tackle a wide range of jobs around the grounds, making sure everything was ready for the season ahead. As a thank […]

The Legacy of Henry Morris | Thetford Academy: Beyond the School Newsletter

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Thetford Academy Principal Michael Fordham has been reflecting on the legacy of Henry Morris, the pioneering education officer whose vision for community schools still resonates today. Over the summer holiday, I try to catch up on some reading and this year I have been revisiting the life of Henry Morris. His is a name that […]

Dancing in the Magic! Centre Stage perform at Disneyland Paris

A large group of dancers, children, and adults pose together in front of the fairytale-style castle at Disneyland Paris. The group is smiling and wearing matching black t-shirts under a bright blue sky.

Centre Stage Studio, based at the Charles Burrell Centre, has just returned from an unforgettable second visit to Disneyland Paris, where they performed after a successful audition. In December 2024, the studio auditioned for the opportunity to perform in summer 2025 and were selected straight away. Disney’s Performance Management praised their submission: “It was a […]

Thetford Carpet Warehouse supporting local sport with new floor for Cricket Club

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As a small, family-run business, Thetford Carpet Warehouse understands the importance of supporting the local community whenever possible. While it’s not always feasible to say yes to every opportunity, they take great pride in doing their part, especially when it comes to backing the town’s local sports clubs. Cricket holds a special place in the […]

Understanding how counselling works with Rise Hypnotherapeutics

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Karys from Rise Hypnotherapeutics dispells some myths about counselling, and shares how she can help you manage life’s challenges. Being a human can be hard work at times! When we’re born, we don’t come with an instruction manual, yet we often expect ourselves to just know what to do in any situation, even when it’s […]