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Thetford Players Youth win award ahead of “Spongebob the Musical”

a photo showing two young women, Nadia (left) and Rowan (centre), receiving a certificate from NODA President Graham Liverton (right) in front of a blue NODA backdrop.

Thetford Players Youth’s summer production of SIX: Teen Edition has won “Best Youth Production” in the region at the NODA Awards – a huge achievement for both cast and crew. It marked the directorial debut of Rowan and Nadia, who went on to direct this year’s pantomime. Auditions saw an amazing turnout, with many new […]

Meet the police at Thetford Safer Neighbourhood Action Panel

A police officer stands alert outside a flint-stone church in Thetford, looking down a wet, empty street on a grey, overcast day. He is wearing a traditional British police helmet and holding his high-vis vest straps. In the distance, a few pedestrians cross the road, and shops including “Cheers Restaurant” line the right side of the street.

If you’ve ever wondered what the Thetford police team does and how they set their priorities, the SNAP meetings are a great place to find out. Four times a year, Breckland Police invites residents covered by the Thetford Neighbourhood Police Team to attend a Safer Neighbourhood Action Panel (SNAP) meeting. These sessions provide updates on […]

Memorial tree set up at High Lodge Thetford by family of Jake Marrington

The family of Jake Marrington, who unexpectedly died last year aged 14, have fulfilled their wish to celebrate his life with a series of memorials at Jake’s favourite places. They have also raised over £5,000 for Bright Stars, the Bury St Edmunds charity that supported Jake for many years. Jake’s mum, Lisa, said, “Some of […]

Photos from Thetford’s VE Day service and Party on the Common

Thank you to local photographer Ray Thompson for sharing these photos of Thetford’s VE Day events! The Town Council’s events marking 80 years since the end of World War Two in Europe were a roaring success, with the town turning out to celebrate, and remember those who fought for Britain’s freedom. VE Day was marked […]

South West Norfolk MP Terry Jermy visits Thetford Business

Terry Jermy MP has visited a world-leading company based in Thetford to mark its 60th anniversary in the town. The Member of Parliament for South West Norfolk visited the Baxter manufacturing plant in Thetford to meet with the Senior Leadership Team and to discuss the vital and innovative work the organisation does as a global […]

South Breckland Art Trail returns for its fourth year

Members of South Breckland Artists will once again open their studios to visitors this summer on Saturday and Sunday 7th – 8th June and 14th –15th June, from 11am to 4pm. The trail offers a unique chance to visit artists in their homes, studios and gardens. Entry is free, with opportunities to learn about the […]

Thetford Academy receives latest Ofsted report | Beyond the School Newsletter

A group of smiling students in black uniforms and striped ties stand together in a classroom. The focus is on a girl in the front wearing glasses and a blazer embroidered with “The Thetford Academy.” Colourful educational posters are visible on the wall behind them.

Thetford Academy Principal Michael Fordham shares the results of the school’s latest inspection in this month’s Beyond the School Newsletter. “Every headteacher will know the feeling of waiting for the inspectors to call, and at our school we have been waiting for that call for a long time, having last been inspected by Ofsted in […]

‘Plane’ and simple – Travel vaccines available from Thetford Surgeries

A smiling couple stands against a plain white background, each holding a brightly coloured suitcase—one pink, one yellow. They both wear sunglasses and casual holiday clothes, with the woman in a straw sunhat. Each person has a plaster on their upper arm, suggesting recent vaccinations. The man lifts his sleeve to show his plaster, and both appear ready for travel.

With summer approaching, whether you’re heading off on a tropical adventure, planning a business trip, or visiting family overseas, staying safe and healthy while travelling starts with the right vaccinations. While not all destinations require them, some do, and it’s best to get them sorted early, as certain vaccines may require multiple doses. In Thetford, […]

“V for Victor” at West Norfolk Aviation Society

An older man stands smiling beside a projector screen displaying a presentation titled “V for Victor: A Short History of a Remarkable and Long Serving Aircraft.” The slide shows a photo of a Victor bomber and the badges of various RAF squadrons. The man wears a rust-coloured jumper and stands in a room with blue carpet, wooden tables, and ceiling lights. A laptop and projector are visible in the foreground.

Nigel Tooth from the West Norfolk Aviation Society recaps a talk by Barry Raphael, who shared his insider knowledge of the iconic Handley Page Victor bomber. “‘V for Victor’ was the title of this month’s talk; delivered by Ickburgh man, Barry Raphael, virtuoso on the subject of the V bombers and ex-crew member of 55 […]

Thetford Singers’ performance of Fauré’s Requiem

Thetford Singers’ latest concert saw them return to their choral roots, with a serene thirty-minute rendition of Requiem, by Gabriel Fauré. Conducted by the award-winning Chris Parsons, the Singers didn’t shy away from ambitious and beautiful harmonies, both within the Requiem and the selection of songs which preceded it. The stunning chorus was accompanied by […]