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Unbelievers in a city of churches: a humanist heritage walk

St. Andrews Plain, St. Andrews Street, Norwich, Norfolk, NR3 1AU

  • 19 Sep 2026
  • | In person
  • | Pre-booking required
  • | Walk / Tour

A circular walk exploring the rich and radical history of freethinkers, secularists, and humanists in Norwich — from a shoemaker astronomer to the first atheist MP.

Norwich is well known for its many places of worship, and for a remarkable history of religious dissent and nonconformity. But what about those who questioned the faiths in which they'd been raised, rejected religion entirely, or simply advocated for good works on a 'purely human' basis?

Join Norwich native and Heritage Manager for Humanists UK, Madeleine Goodall, for a short, circular walk in the footsteps of some of those who questioned, campaigned, and created communities along humanist lines, rooted in reason and compassion. From the freethinking Harriet Martineau, to the atheist MP Charles Bradlaugh, discover the lesser-known lives and little-noted stories to be found along familiar streets.

Timings

Saturday 19 September:
14:00

Location & directions

St. Andrews Plain, St. Andrews Street, Norwich, Norfolk, NR3 1AU

Directions:
Meet at the intersection of St George's and St Andrew's streets.

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking required
Booking conditions:
Pre-booking is required to keep numbers reasonable and ensure a good walking experience! If you book and are later unable to attend, please let us know so we can release the spot to someone else.
Booking contact name:
Madeleine Goodall
Booking email:
[email protected]
Booking opens:
26 Aug 2026 10:00 AM

Accessibility details

The walk is along city streets, including some cobbled.

Additional information

Max number of people:
25
Estimated duration:
1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

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