Published: 27/01/2020
Percy the Park keeper - One Snowy Night Trail
From 13th January until 22nd November, Percy the Park Keeper is going to be taking up residence at Blickling Estate to celebrate the much-loved children's characters' 30th anniversary.
Between the 13th January - 14th March there will be an interactive trail for children to enjoy as they explore the house and have fun dressing up and playing in Percy's shed at the end of their visit!
Find out more here.
- 13th January - 14 March
- Blickling Estate
Norfolk Cheese and Wine Festival
If you love cheese and wine then you won't want to miss this special event which is going to be celebrating just that! The Assembly house have invited local cheesemakers and wine producers for the special afternoon and the ticket price will include a glass or local wine and a selection of cheese canapes.
- Sunday 9th
- 12:30pm - 4:30pm
- Tickets: £12.50
- The Assembly House Norwich
Tracker Trail at Sheringham Park
Head over to Sheringham Park to find out how to spot the tell-tale signs that animals leave behind with the fun half term quiz trail. Simply solve the clues to win a prize!
Find out more here.
- 15th-23rd
- 10am - 4:15pm
- Sheringham Park
- Tickets: £2.50 per child
Folk in the Bar
The Harbour Room Folk Club is hosting its first 'Folk in the Bar' of the month! It's a folk and acoustic singaround, everyone is welcome - singers, musicians or the audience, the Harbour Room Folk Club is thought to be north Norfolk's most popular, go and join in to find out why.
The afternoon session is between 3-6pm on the second Sunday of each month and the 7:30-10:30pm evening sessions are held on the last Sunday of each month.
- Sunday 9th
- 3pm - 6pm
- Blakeney Harbour Room, Holt
- For more info: info@blakeneyharbourroom.co.uk / www.blakeneyharbourroom.co.uk
Norfolk Makers Festival
The Norfolk Maker's Festival is a free, annual event organised and funded by The Forum Trust. The building will be filled with inspirational exhibitions, demonstrations, hands-on activities, conversation, talks and workshops for all to enjoy. Visitors will be able to engage with local crafts people, hobbyists and small businesses whose interests cover a variety of skills, such as; embroidery, painting, knitting, printing, quilting and more. Open to all ages!
- 8th - 23rd
- The Forum, Norwich
- Find out more: https://norfolkmakersfestival.co.uk/
Valentine's Cocktails & Live Music with Ant Macandrew
If you're unsure of what to do for Valentines this year, pop down to The Lodge for their special seductive cocktails, a cupid's menu and live music from Ant Mcandrew.
Ant Macandrew is a singer-songwriter who is often compared to the likes of Mumford & Sons, The Fray, Scouting For Girls and covers anything from The Drifters to Ed Sheeran! It's just one man that sounds like a full band!
- Friday 14th
- 8pm
- The Lodge, Old Hunstanton
- Book your table: 01485 532896 / info@thelodgehunstanton.co.uk
Stacey Halls - Author Talk & Posh Afternoon Tea
- Sunday 16th
- 3pm
- Briarfields Hotel, Titchwell
- Tickets: £17.50 each (includes authors talk & afternoon tea)
- Book tickets: 01485 210742 / info@briarfieldshotelnorfolk.co.uk
Hidden! At Norwich Castle
Throughout February half-term there are numerous events running at Norwich Castle. Delve deep into the past this half-term for a host of family friendly activities inspired by prehistory, archaeology, landscapes and unknown objects!
- Saturday 15th - Saturday 22nd
- 10:30am - 3:30pm
- Norwich Castle Museum and Art Gallery
- Tickets: Adults - £9.90, Concession - £9.40, Child (4-18) - £8.50
- Find out more here.
Wood and Trees, Birds and Bees at Holkham
Throughout half term, there are a range of events to keep the children entertained at Holkham. There's something for everyone from 'go wild in the wood' to crafts, story telling and trails!
- Saturday 15th - Sunday 23rd
- Find out more here.