Sun Smart: East Anglian consultant’s summer health advice

With high temperatures now upon us and a heatwave expected in many parts of the UK, especially in the East of England, it is important that everyone knows how to keep themselves safe, and the risks involved if they don’t. West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust public health consultant, Dr James Mapstone, gives helpful tips on […]
Give home composting a go this summer! Free courses from Norfolk County Council

Have you ever wanted to get into home composting but been put off because you thought it might be too difficult or time consuming? This summer, Norfolk County Council is challenging those assumptions and encouraging more people to give home composting a try. On the Norfolk Recycles website, you’ll find lots of composting tips and […]
Moomins and more at Ancient House Museum

On Saturday 21st June, Ancient House Junior History Club invites you to a free event day linked to Refugee Week, with the chance to take on the Moomins Turn 80 – Simple Acts Challenge. You may be wondering what Refugee Week has to do with the Moomins. Penned by Tove Jansson in 1945, the first […]
Support St Nicholas Hospice Care at Thetford Open Gardens on 22nd June 2025

Now in its 19th year, Thetford Open Gardens (TOG) is once again raising funds for St Nicholas Hospice Care, aiming to raise £15,000. The hospice needs around £8 million a year to operate, most of which comes from fundraising and donations. All money raised in 2025 will be ringfenced for Thetford, ensuring local people continue […]
Honington Military Wives Choir need your support to sing in Ypres

The Honington Military Wives Choir is proud to be part of the Military Wives Choirs charity, uniting women within the military community through the uplifting power of song. With over 70 choirs across the UK and overseas, the charity connects women in the military community to sing, share, and support one another. These choirs offer […]
Thetford Open Gardens fundraiser ready for action on Sunday 22nd June

Join the team on Sun 22 June for the 19th annual Thetford Open Gardens event, always a delightful day out celebrating the beauty of nature and community spirit. Last year, they raised an impressive £14,881.74, this year, all proceeds will be dedicated to Thetford care. Much to explore this year with 10 NEW gardens plus […]
Save the date! Festival of Thetford & Punjab Returns to Thetford in July

The Festival of Thetford & Punjab returns to Thetford on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th July 2025. The festival has become an annual event in the town, with local, national and international audiences keen to learn more about Maharajah Duleep Singh and his family’s story, which links Thetford and the surrounding area with Punjab through […]
Young Thetford Resident to take on Three Peaks charity challenge

Local resident Travis Sturman, 20, is preparing to take on the National Three Peaks Challenge this July to raise money for Norwich Community Sports Foundation. “I experienced severe bullying during school, but joining the Breckland Youth Advisory Board helped me turn things around. It gave me the confidence, resources and support to challenge myself and […]
Thetford Players Youth win award ahead of “Spongebob the Musical”

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

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 […]