Wed, Sep 01 - Thu, Sep 30
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Photographic Exhibition - Grapes Picture Framing and Gallery. 33, Lynn Road. Snettisham
Photographs of Norfolk and The Isles of Scilly. Other photographs will be on display too. All items will be available to purchase and orders can be taken if visitors have specific requirements. Open during September -Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturdays 9am to 1pm, Sundays Closed. Contact the organiser via www.woodcote-photographics.co.uk or email to info@woodcote-photographics.co.uk
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Sat, Sep 04 - Sun, Sep 12
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
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"Wildlife in Art" Exhibition -Old Wharehouse Gallery, Kings Lynn Art Centre
"Wildlife in Art" is a new and exciting exhibition where professional and amateur artists combine to to exhibit works inspired by the wildlife world. From the smallest harvest mouse to elephants and tigers these pictures, in all medias, will leave you amazed at the artists skills. 10% of all picture sales will be donated to the RSPCA Wildlife Hospital. contact: Peter Borrmann 01553 674896
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Sat, Sep 04 - Sun, Sep 12
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
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Art Club Exhibition - The Red Barn, King's Lynn Art Centre
Annual exhibition of paintings from members of this lively local art club. Most paintings are for sale and cover all subjects and media. Always very popular and now in its 16th year. Contact: Peter Borrmann 01553 674896
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Thu, Sep 09
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
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Drama - Oxburgh Hall, Oxborough
Outdoor Drama by "Sixth Sense", the in-house touring theatre company of Downham Market High School. This year they are putting on Arthur Miller's well-known play The Crucible, which tells the story of the Salem witch trials in America in 1692, when some village girls accused of witchcraft claimed that they had been bewitched by other apparently righteous members of the community. Booking essential 01366 500279 or alternative booking number 01366 389100 Extension 2188. Take rugs or chairs, suitable clothing for a September evening and a picnic.. Assistance Dogs only are welcome. Gates open at 6.30pm. Adult £4, Concession £3 www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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Fri, Sep 10
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
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Farmers Market - RAF Marham
Farmers' market where local producers sell meats, fish, jams, flowers, etc. All welcome. There will be a Market every 2nd Friday of the month till December. Sandringham Centre, (Behind Spar Shop) RAF Marham, Kings' Lynn, PE33 9NP contact: Terry Norman phone: 01760 446136
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Fri, Sep 10
10:00 AM - 12:00 AM |
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North Lynn Community Centre, St. Lawrence Road, North Lynn
Monthly General Meeting of King’s Lynn U3A is held on the 2nd Friday of the month, visitors welcome, break for refreshments, there is a different speaker each month covering a variety of topics. Visit www.kingslynnu3a.org.uk for more details
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Sat, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 12
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Game & Country Fair - Sandringham
Two show arenas, Falconry, Dogzone, Equestrian, Clayshoot, Food Glorious Food, Mini Beer Festival, Craft Village, Childrens Amusements, Vintage Vehicles, 150 trade exhibitors. www.livingheritagecountryshows.co.uk
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Sat, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 12
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Farrier Weekend - Church Farm, Stow Bardolph
A fantastic weekend to showcase the skills and knowledge of farriers.
There will be farriers from all over the country competing in the Horse Shoeing and Shoemaking competions running throughout Saturday and Sunday. You will also be able to get up close to some fantastic heavy horses and adorable donkeys. Normal admission prices apply. www.churchfarmstowbardolph.co.uk
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Sat, Sep 11
12:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
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Heritage Open Day - Peckover House, Wisbech
Peckover house is open for free to visitors as part of Heritage Open Day. Tea Room, Garden, House and Shop will all be open during normal opening times. Assistance Dogs only are welcome www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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Sat, Sep 11
10:00 AM |
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Afghan Heroes Fundraiser - Norfolk Arena, Saddlebow Rd, King's Lynn
On September 4th and 5th 2010 over 450 bikers from around the UK took part in a charity ‘Burgan’ Relay in support of raising money for Afghan Heroes. The route, consisted of 60 legs, which went anticlockwise around the UK passing through major towns and cities. The ‘Burgan’ (army rucksack), which has been taken on a number of tours of duties in Afghanistan and Iraq, was be relayed from biker to biker. The first event of its kind, the aim was to create the biggest motorbike relay in the UK. We want to celebrate the success of achieving this by holding this event for the public and raising even more money for Afghan Heroes. There will be live music, demonstrations and lots more for all the family. Contact: Andy Whaites
07857298378
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Sat, Sep 11 - Wed, Sep 15
11:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
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The Pastons' Country - Oxburgh Hall, Oxborough
Oxburgh Hall, the home of the Paston-Bedingfeld family, hosts the Paston Heritage Society's exhibition, based on the famous 15th century Paston Letters. The exhibition will feature a specially-created book and related artwork inspired by the original letters. Other private Paston artefacts owned by the family will also be on display. www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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Sat, Sep 11
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
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Find a Grave - Hardwick Road Cemetery, King's Lynn
The final 'Find a family grave day' of the year. The Secretary of the Friends will be there with the database of all burials in the cemetery from 1855 to 2009 as well as plans of all the grave sections allowing you to find that elusive family grave. Cost of the search and plan is £1.00 per name. It will also be possible to purchase a CD containing the transcribed burial register covering over 35,000 names for the introductory cost of £20.00
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Sat, Sep 11
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
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Horticultural Show - King's Lynn Art Centre
King’s Lynn Horticultural Society Show in The Shakespeare Barn
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Sat, Sep 11
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
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Molly Dance Workshop - Methodist Church, Downham Market
The Ouse Washes Molly Dancers have been performing the traditional molly dances of the Fens since 1984. We are looking for new recruits, dancers and musicians, to join in Autumn 2010. This FREE workshop will give you the chance to learn how to Molly Dance. Go along and give it a try. Visit www.ousewashes.com or Tel: Jan Trattle 01366 347304
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Sun, Sep 12
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Heritage Open Day - King's Lynn
This year there are an amazing 33 venues open - check out the website and see which ones you would like to explore - free admission. www.heritageopendays.org.uk
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Sun, Sep 12
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
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Horticultural Show - King's Lynn Art Centre
King’s Lynn Horticultural Society Show in The Shakespeare Barn
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Sun, Sep 12
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
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Music in the Walks Bandstand - The Walks, King's Lynn
King's Lynn Town Band - free
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Sun, Sep 12
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
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Guided Walk - Hardwick Road Cemetery, King's Lynn
The Friends of Hardwick Road Cemetery are pleased to be participating in this event on Heritage Day. Dr Julian Litten will lead a guided tour of the cemetery from the Cross of Sacrifice inside the cemetery. A donation of £4.00 towards the funds of the Friends would be appreciated. Also available on the day will be a CD of the transcribed burial register of the cemetery from 1855 to 2009 at an introductory cost of £20.00 as well as publications produced by the Friends over the last 5 years.Why not take the free bus from town to and from the cemetery.
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Wed, Sep 15
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM |
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Garden Tour - Oxburgh Hall, Oxborough
Meet the Head Gardener - Meet in the Orchard for a guided tour of the garden with Graham Donachie. www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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Wed, Sep 15
7:30 PM |
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Concert - Gaywood Church Rooms
King's Lynn Organ Club present Penny Weedon - Tickets £4 for members and £5 for non members payable on the door. www.organfax.co.uk
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Thu, Sep 16
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
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Tour of Britain
Cyclists on the Tour of Britain will leave Tuesday Market Place at 10:15 and travel to Great Yarmouth, via Sandringham, Wells-next-the-Sea and Norwich. Video Promotion: www.youtube.com
official Site: www.tourofbritain.co.uk
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Sat, Sep 18 - Wed, Sep 22
1:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
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Flower Festival - Peckover House, Wisbech
Food Glorious Food Flower Festival - Celebrating the diversity of food expressed through floral arrangments. Reed Barn Tea Room open until 7pm - book in advance for supper. Assistance Dogs only are welcome www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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Sat, Sep 18
2:00 PM - 4:30 PM |
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Local & Family History Afternoon - St Nicholas' Chapel, King's Lynn
Go along, take your old photographs, family trees, etc and have a mardle with like minded people. This will be a very informal gathering to see if there would be sufficient interest to hold a regular Local History/Family History event in the town. Do you have family connections with the town, local area or the old North End? Were your family tradesmen or women in Lynn? Do you remember Lynn before the 1970's? Would you like to know more about the history of the area?
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Sun, Sep 19
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
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Lacemaking - Bircham Windmill, Great Bircham
Lacemaking demonstration - for more information about the Mill and entrance fee visit www.birchamwindmill.co.uk
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Sun, Sep 19
10:00 AM - 2:30 AM |
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Orienteering - The Walks, King's lynn
There will be 3 courses on offer for you to try. Help for Beginners. Juniors £1, Adults £3, Family/Small Groups £5. contact: Leanne Bailey 01553 771961 (before 9pm, please) www.noroc.co.uk
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Sun, Sep 19
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
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Talk like a Pirate Day - Gaywood Library, King's Lynn
Celebrate International Talk like a Pirate Day and learn what it's like to be a real Pirate! Have lots of fun and perhaps discover some pirate treasure! Go in costume and enter the fancy dress competition! FREE ENTRY! This is a joint event between True's Yard Museum and Gaywood Library. Contact: Susanne Fay on 01553 771200
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Sun, Sep 19
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
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Guided Walk - Hardwick Road Cemetery, King's Lynn
Dr Paul Richards will lead a walk round the cemetery starting from the Cross of Sacrifice in the cemetery. A donation of £4.00 towards the funds of the Friends would be appreciated.Also available on the day will be a CD of the transcribed burial register of the cemetery from 1855 to 2009 at an introductory cost of £20.00 as well as publications produced by the Friends over the last 5 years.
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Wed, Sep 22
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Conference - Corn Exchange, King's Lynn
‘The Church of God’ hold their annual conference.
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Wed, Sep 22
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
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Wines of South Africa - Bradley's Restaurant, 10 South Quay, King's Lynn
Three Course dinner and samples of six wines. Vegetarian and other dietary requirements catered for on request. 7:00 for 7:30 - all inclusive £34.50. Contact Don Rutherford on 01553 819888
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Fri, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 26
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Poetry Festival - King's Lynn
Poets will include: John Welch, Jo Shapcott, Carol Ann Duffy,
Peter Porter, Agnes Meadows, Penelope Shuttle. www.lynnlitfests.com
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Sat, Sep 25
10:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
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Garden Colour - West Acre Gardens, West Acre
"Autumn Colour Day" - Several visiting specialist nurseries, as well as West Acre, will be showing how much colour is still available late in the season to brighten your garden in the autumn. Refreshments available. Admission & parking free. For more information contact 01760 755562
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Sat, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 26
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
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Living History - Oxburgh Hall, Oxborough
A presentation by 'aardvark productions' of Elizabethan England. Activities centre around an important household of the 1580s as it responds to the war with Spain. Meet a variety of characters in Tudor costume. www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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Sat, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 26
1:00 PM |
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Behind the Scenes Tour - Peckover House, Wisbech
Tour of rooms not normally open to the public. NOTE: the tour will involve several flights of stairs. Tours at 1pm and 2.30pm - Booking Advisable 01945 583463 Tickets £2.50 www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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Sat, Sep 25 - Wed, Sep 29
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM |
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Food Fortnight - Oxburgh Hall, Oxborough
Cheese, Wine and Chutney - To celebrate British Food Fortnight, try a selection of locally produced cheeses and chutneys, available with accompanying wines, in the tearoom. These items will be available on the menu at varying prices. www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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Sun, Sep 26
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Car Boot - Fincham Memorial Hall
Carboot sale to raise funds for maintenance and repairs to the Memorial Hall. £5 for stalls in the playing field and £6 inside the hall. Last Justcarboot for this year. contact: Sue Westwood 01366 347305
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Sun, Sep 26
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
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Farmer Market - Visitor Centre, Sandringham
This Market is held on the 4th Sunday of every month and is attended by a selection of up to 20 local producers including: Fresh fruit & vegetables; Angus beef, pork & venison butchers; Cakes; Chutneys & Preserves; Free Range Eggs; Cheeses; Norfolk Country Wines; Bottled Beers; Seafood; Speciality Meat & Savoury Pies; Fruit Pies; Honey & other seasonal producers. Free parking. Sandringham is dog friendly and a good place to bring the family for a picnic. Contact: David Reilly on 07733 182395
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Sun, Sep 26
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
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Preserves & Plants - Bircham Windmill, Great Bircham
Jams, Pickles and Plants Stall - for more information about the Mill and entrance fee visit www.birchamwindmill.co.uk
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