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Author: David Hobart

I grew up in Norfolk and have lived and worked in the county all my life.
Spring has arrived at Norfolk’s National Trust Properties

Spring has arrived at Norfolk’s National Trust Properties

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Daffodils in Blickling Hall Gardens I have received this press release from the National Trust. “Celebrate spring daffodils with the National Trust With their bright yellow stars and golden trumpets, daffodils are a cheerful delight when visiting National Trust places as they welcome in the start of spring. Resilient against the ever-changing British spring weather from sunshine to snow flurries, to April showers, daffodils can be spotted in gardens and parks across the UK from late February through to April….

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Autumn into Winter Exhibition – Gallery Plus at Wells North Norfolk

Autumn into Winter Exhibition – Gallery Plus at Wells North Norfolk

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Trevor and Jo Woods of Gallery Plus at Wells-next-the-Sea, North Norfolk, have announced their Autumn into Winter Exhibition. There is much to see, and a visit as we approach the festive season will provide some gift ideas. “In celebration of H.J. Jackson’s new book ‘DRAWN TO PRINT’ our main wall features a collection of his framed linocuts including the book’s cover image ‘Beached Three’ and his latest print ‘On the Shingle Bank’ which was selected for this year’s Holt Festival…

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The Mystery of the Stiffkey footbridge?

The Mystery of the Stiffkey footbridge?

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  The North Norfolk village of Stiffkey made the national news yesterday (01.11) when the case of the Stiffkey footbridge was featured on BBC Radio 4’s PM programme. Some months ago, the National Trust decided to remove the footbridge across a creek on Stiffkey Marshes. The bridge facilitated access to the marsh and is considered by the locals as a safety feature, allowing egress from the marsh if someone is cut off by the tide. The Trust is the custodian…

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Post-Pandemic North Norfolk – what has changed?

Post-Pandemic North Norfolk – what has changed?

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The old lifeboat house at Wells-next-the-Sea North Norfolk What I am about to write about is a phenomenon that has affected not just North Norfolk. I am sure that other parts of the UK, where tourism forms a significant portion of the economy, will have noticed a marked increase in visitor numbers. Norfolk’s tourism industry suffered severely during the pandemic, with many jobs lost, business closures and millions of pounds removed from the local economy. Post-pandemic, the recovery has been…

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Emerge At The Undercroft – Art Exhibition in Norwich

Emerge At The Undercroft – Art Exhibition in Norwich

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“New Norwich art show tells emerging artists “pay what you can afford”  A new art show has been launched which aims to promote the brightest artistic talent in Norwich and Norfolk in an accessible and affordable way. Emerge At The Undercroft will take place at The Undercroft in Norwich between November 22 and 26, 2023. As well as featuring larger displays by more established artists, it will include an Open Call Wall. This is open to artists of all levels…

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BIRDscapes Gallery Glandford – Printmakers’ Wildlife Exhibition

BIRDscapes Gallery Glandford – Printmakers’ Wildlife Exhibition

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I have received notification of the annual printmakers’ exhibition at North Norfolk’s BIRDscapes Gallery at Glandford, Holt. Definitely worth a visit. Printmakers’ Wildlife Exhibition Starts midday Saturday 2nd September. Continues daily 11 to 5, to Sunday 24th September We are delighted to invite you to our Printmakers’ Wildlife Exhibition, with drinks and nibbles from midday Saturday 2nd September. As always, the gallery will be completely devoted to the printmakers’ artform, a celebration of the wonderful variety of printmaking methods. From etchings…

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National Trust Norfolk Summer of Play sponsored by Starling Bank

National Trust Norfolk Summer of Play sponsored by Starling Bank

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I have received this press release from the National Trust North Norfolk about its summer events. Playing games at Felbrigg Hall, North Norfolk. Image ©National Trust “Make the most of the longer days, warmer weather, and quality time together as a family with the National Trust’s Summer of Play, sponsored by Starling Bank. During the summer holidays, experience National Trust places in new and exciting ways, with a family-festival feel and designated areas jam-packed with outdoor games and experiences. Get…

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Summer evenings in Norfolk with the National Trust

Summer evenings in Norfolk with the National Trust

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    Summer event at NT property. Image © National Trust I have received this press release from the National Trust. “Celebrate the long-awaited summer with an evening spent enjoying open-air theatre performances and outdoor music concerts in picturesque surroundings at a National Trust place near you. Enjoy an enchanting theatre performance of Britain’s best-known folktale, Robin Hood, or sit back and take in the sounds of contemporary and classical music. Enhance the open-air experience by bringing a picnic (and…

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2021 – Will it be better than 2020? Let’s Hope So

2021 – Will it be better than 2020? Let’s Hope So

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I posted an article at the end of 2019 that began: “Almost there! 2020 beckons and I wonder what that will bring for North Norfolk and the rest of the world. What a year 2019 has been. Political turmoil has gripped the nation this year, in fact for the past three years, but things in that regard should now settle down and we will see less of politicians on our television screens.” Well, I got that wrong! A global pandemic…

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Events at National Trust Properties for Easter

Events at National Trust Properties for Easter

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Image copyright National Trust I have received this press release from the National Trust giving details of special events at its properties over the Easter period. “Easter adventures with the National Trust Bring the whole family together this Easter and treat your loved ones to a spring adventure with the National Trust. From getting active in the great outdoors, to spotting the signs of spring, and experiencing nature bursting into life at the places the National Trust cares for there…

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