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Fitness with a twist at Bounce Thetford

Bounce instructor Giorgiana stands smiling, holding a mini trampoline branded with the “((BOUNCE))” logo. She’s dressed in sportswear and ready to teach a fitness class. Bright balloons and a colourful promotional banner are in the background, featuring the BOUNCEFITBODY.com website and more class branding.

Fitness fans in Thetford now have a new way to stay active thanks to the launch of Bounce Thetford, a mini-trampoline fitness class run by local instructor Giorgiana, who recently expanded her franchise from Diss. Originally from Romania, Giorgiana moved to England around ten years ago to start a new life with her family. She […]

The Offshoot Foundation – Creativity that connects Thetford

A behind-the-scenes photo of young people taking part in a filmmaking workshop. A group of children are involved in a film shoot, one holding a clapperboard, another on sound boom, while others act or observe. Paul Press, founder of The Offshoot Foundation, stands by the camera wearing a black “OFFSHOOT Foundation” t-shirt. The session takes place in a darkened room with theatre-style chairs and professional lighting equipment.

The Offshoot Foundation, a film making charity, has been working with local councils, schools and community groups to empower young people in Thetford through the art of film making. The charity began hosting workshops five years ago to offer local children a creative outlet. They’ve become a way to boost confidence, inclusion and connection. Through […]

Bob Flowerdew’s top tops! Maggie’s garden notes for July

Maggie Baldwin from Thetford Garden and Allotment Club shares her latest gardening advice for July, as well as top tips from pro gardener Bob Flowerdew. The weather has been very changeable but hopefully this July will be warm and sunny. The nights are short and the days are long – summer is here! It is […]

Ancient House Museum’s Little Houses and more this July

On Saturday 19th July, from 11am to 2pm, the Friends of Ancient House invite you to come along and enjoy something a little different at the museum on Whitehart Street. Visitors can see a selection of detailed historical models, including a castle and a Tudor mansion, while finding out how to support Thetford’s local museum. […]

Thetford Singers at the Musicals!

Members of the Thetford Singers choir perform inside a church with tall white arches and wooden vaulted ceilings. The choir, made up of older men and women dressed in black with white flower corsages, are holding black folders embossed with "Thetford Singers" in gold lettering. They stand in a row next to red chairs on a wooden parquet floor, singing with concentration. The atmosphere is warm and focused, with soft lighting highlighting the church's architecture and the choir’s expressions.

Thetford Singers are delighted to present their Summer concert with a wealth of wonderful melodies from the musicals. at 7.30pm on Thursday 17th July 2025 – The Carnegie, Thetford. Ol’ Man River was written by Jerome Kern and Oscar Hammerstein for the musical Show Boat in 1925. It compares the endless, steady flow of the […]

Step back in time for About Thetford’s 20th birthday

Our August edition marks twenty years since the first ever About Thetford magazine. To celebrate the occasion, we’re revisiting a fan favourite: Thetford Past and Present! From 2006 to 2022, the late David Osborne shared his collection of photos of Thetford from days gone by, with a “before and after” snap from the modern day. […]

Thetford Town Boxing Club wins big at Home Show

Group photo of approximately 22 members of a boxing club—mostly teenage boys along with a few adult coaches—posing together in a boxing ring inside a large indoor sports hall. Everyone is dressed in black sportswear branded with the club logo. Several of the boxers are holding up their fists in a classic fighter’s pose. The ring floor features a faint crest and the words “THETFORD BOXING CLUB.” The hall has high ceilings with skylights and green-and-white walls, giving a bright and spacious atmosphere.

Thetford Town Boxing Club would like to thank everyone who came along to their 2025 Home Show, the club’s most well-attended event to date. There were 17 bouts in total, with 13 of Thetford’s own boxers taking part. The team finished with seven wins, three losses, and three skills bouts. Win or lose, every boxer […]

Thetford Juniors Shine in Regional Triathlon Events

The junior triathlon season is in full swing, and three young athletes from Thetford, members of Ethelwold Triathlon Club, have been embracing the challenge and thrill of multi-sport competition. On Saturday 10th May, seven junior members of Ethelwold Triathlon Club joined over 180 athletes at the Saffron Walden Duathlon (Run-Bike-Run). Race distances varied by age […]

Take reading to the great outdoors with the Norfolk Summer Reading Challenge!

Children can grow their imaginations with this year’s Summer Reading Challenge: Story Garden – Adventures in Nature and the Great Outdoors, which launches in Norfolk libraries on Saturday 5th July. Developed by The Reading Agency and delivered in partnership with public libraries, the Summer Reading Challenge is a free activity for children aged 4–11. It’s […]

Thetford Calendar Competition: Choose your winner for 2026!

A compilation of the finalists from the Thetford Calendar Competition: 1. January A crisp winter morning along the riverside in Thetford. The ground and trees are coated in frost, giving everything a silvery-white glow. A red and black footbridge stands out against the pale landscape, and the stillness of the river mirrors the scene. The town buildings and footpath appear quiet, wrapped in the cold calm of early January. 2. February A dark-fleeced sheep stands alert in a frosty field at Castle Hill. Behind it, the historic earthworks rise gently with a long wooden staircase leading to the summit. The early morning sun casts a warm golden light, picking up on the sheep’s texture and highlighting the still-sleepy landscape of late winter. 3. March Early spring comes to life by the riverside in Thetford. A mill building with a red-tiled roof stands by the water, framed by fresh green leaves just beginning to bud. The river flows gently beneath low branches, catching glints of light from the sky above. It’s a peaceful, awakening moment marking the change of seasons. 4. April A tiny bird perches on a lichen-covered branch, nestled amongst bright green pine needles. The bird looks directly at the camera, framed by soft, dappled sunlight filtering through the trees. It’s a quiet, close-up glimpse of nature in spring, full of curiosity and life. 5. May A lively VE Day celebration unfolds on a sunny village green. A man dressed in vintage military uniform sits in a classic army jeep alongside a smiling woman wearing a 1940s headscarf. Large Union Jack flags fly from the vehicle, while food trucks and festive crowds bustle in the background. It’s a cheerful, community-packed day honouring history and togetherness. 6. June A family of swans relax on the grassy riverbank in the sunshine. Two adult swans are joined by fluffy grey cygnets resting by the water’s edge, surrounded by tall green reeds and purple wildflowers. The gentle water reflects the scene, and leafy trees create a calm, summery backdrop. 7. July The green of Thetford Grammar School comes alive with colour and community during a cultural celebration. Women in bright traditional dress dance together on the lawn, while crowds gather around to watch and enjoy. The old priory ruins and red-brick chimneys form a historic backdrop beneath a blue summer sky. 8. August Thetford Guildhall stands proudly under a sky dotted with fluffy clouds. The historic building is framed by a vibrant foreground of blooming lavender and hanging flower baskets. The red-brick window accents and grand entrance give the scene a warm, summery feel—bright, floral, and quintessentially August. 9. September St. Cuthbert’s Church glows under a crisp September sky, its flint walls and tall clock tower basking in the morning sun. Neatly kept gardens bloom in front, and the street beside it is quiet. It’s a classic snapshot of Thetford’s heritage, captured in the calm of early autumn. 10. October Golden leaves line a winding path through Castle Park as the sun rises in the distance. Trees are turning amber and brown, and the path is flanked by banks of fallen leaves and low fences. The morning mist glows softly in the light, marking the shift into autumn in this tranquil woodland scene. 11. November A beacon blazes against the twilight sky during a remembrance event. A small group of people, including a brass player and veterans, stand in front of the flame, some holding Union Jacks and musical instruments. The sky glows with the last light of day, turning pink and blue behind the symbolic fire. 12. December A festive aerial view of Thetford Market Place lit up for Christmas. Twinkling fairy lights wrap around trees and buildings, and shopfronts glow warmly. The church and streets below are peaceful, with just a few cars parked as the town settles into a cosy December night.

Voting for the cover of the Thetford Calendar 2026 is now open! Note your favourite entry’s number and send it to info@leapinghare.org or post or drop it into Leaping Hare, 20 King Street. You have until Thursday 31 July. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our sponsors, Lawsons Estate Agents and About Thetford Magazine, for […]