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Supporting your older pet in cold weather | The Pawtable Veterinary Nurse

A close-up photograph of an elderly brown dog lying on a cushioned dog bed indoors, with its head resting on the edge and one front paw stretched forward. The dog has greying fur around its muzzle and eyes and appears relaxed and resting. The background shows a softly focused living room setting with carpeted flooring and upholstered furniture.

As the temperatures drop, many pet owners notice their companions are moving a little slower or spending more time in bed. For pets suffering from arthritis, winter can amplify discomfort and stiffness. The cold weather causes muscles to tense up and can lead to increased joint pain, making those short winter walks or simple movements […]

New multi-million-pound learning campus in Thetford vision unveiled

An artist’s impression of a proposed contemporary building complex set within landscaped parkland. The digital visualisation shows three rectangular, glass-fronted pavilions connected by a central walkway, with warm-toned timber cladding and floor-to-ceiling windows revealing softly lit interiors. Mature trees and lawns surround the buildings, with a still, reflective body of water in the foreground mirroring the structures and sky.

An ambitious vision to create a brand-new learning campus in the heart of Thetford has been unveiled by West Suffolk College – part of Eastern Education Group – and Breckland Council. The multi-use community hub would bring education, training and community facilities to Thetford, helping to tackle challenges that many young people and adults in […]

Thetford’s Medieval “Black Church” Moves Closer to Restoration

Exterior view of St Peter’s Church in Thetford on a sunny day. The stone church has a square clock tower, arched stained-glass windows, and a tiled roof. Trees, bushes, and a stone wall border the church, with houses visible to the left.

One of Thetford’s last surviving medieval churches is a step closer to being brought back into community use, following a significant funding boost to support its restoration. St Peter’s Church, known locally as the “Black Church” for its distinctive flint chequerboard exterior, dates back to the 14th century and is a Grade II* listed landmark. […]

What’s changing at Slimming World in 2026?

A posed indoor photograph of three women standing side by side in front of a plain black curtain, each holding Slimming World promotional materials. The woman on the left is wearing glasses and a grey hoodie and is holding an open leaflet titled “discover Slimming World kitchen,” featuring food photography, recipe imagery, and text about healthy, free food recipes. The leaflet is predominantly red and white, with icons and images of meals and ingredients. The woman in the centre is wearing glasses and a black top and is holding a spiral-bound book titled “essentially Slimming World,” showing a cover image of fresh food and a portrait-style photograph. She is holding the book with both hands at chest height. The woman on the right is wearing a purple jacket and is holding an open leaflet titled “touch hearts, change lives as a Slimming World Consultant.” The leaflet includes colourful text blocks and several small portrait photos of people near the bottom. All three women are facing the camera and smiling slightly, and the image appears to have been taken indoors under even lighting with no visible background details beyond the curtain.

This January, Slimming World have said goodbye to Syns, updating our language, and introducing a new group format that offers more support than ever before. Shani Yates from Slimming World Thetford shares more: We know the word syns can sometimes be misunderstood, and these changes are all about removing barriers and helping everyone achieve a […]

Drake Primary School pupils plant trees to create Thetford’s Halcyon Forest

A group of six adults standing outdoors on grass in winter daylight, posing in a line and holding spades. They are dressed in warm clothing, including coats, hats, gloves, and workwear, suggesting a cold day. One person wears a high-visibility jacket, and another wears bright pink wellington boots. Behind them is a wooden fence, leafless trees, and a row of brick houses. Cardboard boxes and planting supplies are visible on the ground to the right, indicating a community planting or outdoor volunteering activity.

Every child at Drake Primary School recently took part in a special community initiative, planting and naming their own tree as part of the Halcyon Forest project. Led by the Halcyon Schools Federation and inspired by naturalist Chris Packham, the initiative gives each child a personal connection to nature while creating a living forest that […]

Discover something new in 2026 at Ancient House Museum

A magazine-style promotional image showing an activity taking place inside a historic timber-framed building. The scene is set in a wood-panelled room with exposed beams, leaded windows and a patterned tiled floor. In the centre, a man sits cross-legged on the floor, leaning forward and gesturing as he explains something to a young child seated opposite him. The child sits on the floor with a pencil and worksheet, listening intently. Two adults crouch nearby, watching and engaging with the activity, while another adult stands slightly behind them holding a folded leaflet or model. On the floor in the foreground is a large framed board with strings and markings laid out, suggesting a hands-on learning or investigative activity. In the background, a doorway leads to another room where a visitor can be seen, and a framed historical portrait hangs on the wall above a wooden display stand, reinforcing the heritage setting. Natural light streams in from a window on the left.

New Year – New You! January is a time for New Year’s resolutions and new hobbies, and Ancient House is offering plenty of opportunities for people of all ages to try something new. Their popular bookable workshops for children who are educated at home are returning once again. A full programme of nine workshops is […]

New Devices, New Dangers | Thetford Academy – Beyond the School Newsletter

A stock-style photograph showing a row of young people standing side by side indoors, each using a different digital device. In the foreground, one person holds an open laptop and types on the keyboard, while others beside them hold smartphones and a tablet, looking down at their screens. Only torsos and hands are visible, with casual clothing including T-shirts, hoodies, and jeans in muted colours. The background is plain and softly lit, keeping the focus on the devices and the act of using technology.

Michael Fordham, Principal of Thetford Academy, reflects on the growing challenges posed by children’s access to phones and other devices, offering practical advice to parents on online safety, digital boundaries and supporting young people’s wellbeing. I am sure very many young people in Thetford have received a new device for Christmas, whether that be a […]

Celebrating six months of events at Thetford Library

Over the past six months, Thetford Library has been delighted to host a series of well-attended and wonderfully engaging talks and events, each offering something unique to our local community. The season began with Denis Roberts, who shared his intriguing debut novel Norfolk Boy. Attendees enjoyed hearing Denis read extracts from the book and talk […]

Maggie’s Garden Notes for January 2026

In her January Garden Notes, local gardener Maggie Baldwin looks ahead to the new growing year, with seasonal tips on winter care, wildlife-friendly gardening, and activities with Thetford Garden and Allotment Club. A new gardening year to look forward to, as gardeners we are very optimistic and always hope the new season will be better […]

Get ready for the Sweetest Panto in Thetford, Hansel and Gretel!

Thetford Players’ latest pantomime, Hansel and Gretel, loosely follows the Brothers Grimm version of the fairy tale, but in true pantomime style. With an original script written and directed by sisters Frankie Soan and Maddie Stebbings, audiences are taken on a journey filled with comedy, friendship, romance, disaster, and triumph. In the early stages of […]