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Thetford Treasure Trails return this Easter!

An Easter-themed graphic shows the same cartoon bunny winking while holding a bright orange carrot. To the right, a round badge features the “About Thetford” logo above a basket of pastel Easter eggs and a treasure chest marked “Thetford Treasure Trails.” More colourful eggs float against a blue sky, giving the image a joyful, adventurous feel—perfect for promoting a seasonal family activity or trail.

Following the success of the Follow That Star Trail over the Christmas period, we’ve got another trail for you and your family to enjoy. Coming this April, keep your eyes peeled for baskets of Easter eggs popping up across Thetford’s town centre. The Egg-cellent Easter Trail is open to all ages and a great way […]

New home for Thetford Air Cadets

Three young air cadets in camouflage uniforms stand beside a white and orange glider marked "AIR CADETS" on an airfield. The sky is bright blue with scattered clouds, and another glider is visible in the background. The cadets smile as they pose for the photo, standing confidently on the tarmac with open grassy fields stretching behind them.

After nearly 60 years at RAF Barnham, 1109 (Thetford) Air Cadets have moved to a brand-new building on Croxton Road. The Royal Air Force Air Cadets (RAFAC) have had a squadron in Thetford since 1941, providing adventurous activities, flying, training and education to thousands of young people. They have also played an active role in […]

Fundraising Curry Night and fresh look for Thetford Open Gardens

A man in an orange beanie and jacket stands outdoors with autumn leaves in the background. An illustrated poster for 'Thetford Open Gardens' is superimposed next to him, featuring green, leafy text and an illustration of St Cuthbert's Church with a pair of gardening shears. The event is linked to St Nicholas Hospice Care.

Preparations are well underway for this year’s Thetford Open Gardens on the 22nd June, and the team are busy organising two additional events for the campaign. The first-ever TOG Curry Night is on Monday 14th April at the New Saffron in White Hart Street. Tickets are now on sale and selling fast, so don’t wait […]

Tend your garden and its guests! Maggie’s garden notes for March

A small hedgehog with brown and black spines forages on the forest floor, surrounded by green leaves and fallen autumn leaves. Its tiny black nose and eyes are visible as it moves near a partially hidden nut. The background is blurred with natural greenery.

Maggie Baldwin from Thetford Garden and Allotment Club shares her latest gardening tips. Firstly, an apology – the Amaryllis photo that accompanied my last article was credited to me, but it belonged to my lovely friend Maureen. She has very green fingers! Now that snowdrops have mostly finished flowering but are still in leaf (known […]

Gliding Tales at West Norfolk Aviation Society

A man in a mustard-colored sweater stands at the front of a room giving a presentation titled "One Git’s Guide to Gliding" by David Allen. The audience, mostly older men, sits attentively, facing a projector screen. The room has wooden paneling, plaques on the walls, and a bar area in the background.

This month, West Norfolk Aviation Society welcomed one of its own, David Allen, to share his experiences in gliding, often described as the purest form of flying. Born into an aviation family, David’s passion for flight led him from microlights to shared aircraft ownership, before eventually joining the Fenland Gliding Club at RAF Marham. He […]

What will you discover this March at Ancient House Museum?

There’s plenty to see and do this month at Ancient House Museum in Thetford. Warm Wednesdays continue throughout March. Pop in between 10.30am and 12.30pm or 1.30pm to 3.30pm on Wednesdays to enjoy free admission, simple crafts, explore the museum, and a hot drink and a biscuit. You can also pick up a free Warm […]

New neutering test for furry friends at Breckland Cats Protection

A tabby cat lies on a soft, cream-colored blanket, eyes closed and one paw stretched out. Four tiny kittens in shades of orange, black, and grey nurse contentedly.

Rita Thompson discusses a new, simple way to check if a female cat has been neutered. Determining whether a female cat is neutered can be a challenge. Unlike males, there are no obvious signs, and early pregnancy is often undetectable. Traditionally, vets have relied on shaving the left flank to check for a tiny scar—usually […]

Ex-Mayor traction engine celebrates 100th birthday at Thetford museum

An historic steam-powered showman's engine, "Ex-Mayor," built by Charles Burrell & Sons, displayed inside a garage. The engine is elaborately decorated with gold and blue details, with a sign reading "Grand Scenic Railway." Two men stand nearby, admiring it.

On 13th February 2025, Engine Number 4000 returned to Thetford and its birthplace, the Charles Burrell & Sons Works, Minstergate. Celebrating its centenary year, the engine was visited by the current Mayor, Cllr Chris Harvey, and four former Thetford Mayors. Its appearance follows an extensive restoration over the last six or more years, which includes […]

New monthly SEND parent café at Thetford Library

A modern red-brick library building with a large green "Library" sign on the exterior wall. The entrance features a colorful panel with blue, red, yellow, and orange squares. A CCTV camera and streetlamp are mounted on the building. A zebra crossing beacon stands in the foreground, while a curved road lined with historic stone and brick buildings leads into the background at sunrise.

Parents and carers of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) often face unique challenges, and having the right support can make all the difference. That’s why, in partnership with Breckland Family Hub and the Early Childhood & Family Service, Thetford Library is launching a new monthly SEND Parent Café, providing a welcoming space […]