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Join us as we explore how medieval devotional and liturgical practices shaped the physical form of Norwich Cathedral. Our tour will show how the architecture met the religious needs of the middle ages.

Fiddlesticks Northwest Clog Dancers will be performing in Norwich city centre on 13th September

Medieval church now used as studio spaces by 12 artists, with art exhibition area. Group exhibition and a chance to look around the church.

Explore the often-unseen history of the Jarrold Department Store in Norwich. The tour takes you through the changes and additions to this iconic building which was opened in 1823.

Built in 1788 the House was bought by the WI in 1952. There will be tours of the House, an archive exhibition, walking treasure hunt of Norwich and WI refreshments.

Stained glass bathes its surroundings in colourful light that continues to fascinate us. Learn how skilled glassworkers have, through the centuries, used their expertise to make our cathedral glow.

This 2-hour guided walking tour celebrates the architectural legacy of the great Victorian/Edwardian Norwich architects Edward Boardman and George Skipper.

Explore this vibrant community history museum for free and discover Norwich's fascinating past

Learn more about the architecture of the library, and of the architecture books in the collections.

Discover the hidden architectural details that bring Carrow House to life in this sophisticated drawing workshop for young people (aged 7–16) and their adult companions (if they wish to).

Come and visit our beautiful Synagogue with its stained glass windows which give the building its feeling of peace. There is a new permanent timeline of the history of the Jewish people in Norwich and three talks to learn about Judaism.

Drop in to this large historic church to discover Blofield's connections with members of the famous Paston family. Enlarged in the 14th century from a previous, smaller building Blofield church has seen worship and welcomed visitors since the 1420s.

Hungate will be taking part in The Norfolk Churches Bike Ride - Saturday 13th September 2024, and we will be open extra hours to accommodate walkers and cyclists. Visit us from 9-5. See our other event for more special activities for HODs.

Take a 'behind the scenes' tour of the Broderers' Guild and find out about how we care for and repair ecclesiastical textiles, as well as design and make new frontals and vestments.

This small exhibition explores the owners and lives of some of these objects, which were used for celebration by the public in both Civic and Church settings.

Norwich Cathedral's famous stone roof bosses are unique in that they tell stories. These carved bosses illustrate not just the Bible stories they depict, but also show how the stonemasons imagined the architecture of the past.

Julian Haggett talks about and demonstrates St Peter Mancroft's Collins organ.

Partnering with the Norfolk and Norwich Archaeological Society, Hungate is proud to host the exhibition 'The View From Here', showcasing the shortlisted submissions to the Plunkett Prize Photographic Competition 2025.

Grade I listed 14th Century medieval church having Saxon origins. Unique features include; stained glass from Langley Abbey, France and Germany; medieval and Georgian wall paintings and monuments to the Beauchamp Proctor family

A first-hand account of what it was like keeping your money safe in an age before banks.

Explore at your leisure Norwich School's medieval chapel, packed full of heritage. A guide will be available on the day.

A wonderful opportunity to see behind the scenes of this Millennium building, including the Millennium Library Stacks Room. The tour will provide an insight to the building's operations and history.

A local architect discusses the historic Norwich buildings being cared for and opened to the public by arts organisations.

Follow a trail of architectural clues to learn more about the history of the building of Norwich Cathedral

The history of Norwich’s greatest example of Norman architecture certainly has a beginning, and certainly has a middle – but has, as yet, no end.

See inside the award-winning multi-arts venue housed within a Grade 1 listed deconsecrated church.

Discover how bodies and buildings interact in Reflex Theatre’s playful workshop. Blend movement, space, and story using physical theatre—no experience needed, just curiosity and creativity. Ideal for performers, dancers, designers, and dreamers.

Dr Mary Fewster talks about Norwich Civic plate, some of which is on display at St Peter Mancroft throughout the Festival.

Visit Captain Sandys-Winsch's beautiful Grade II listed park, redesigned in the 1930s. As well as great views from the pavilion balcony, there will be flowerbeds in bloom, live music, and exhibitions of the history of the park and its bowling club.

Christian worship has, since 1101 to the present day, remained a constant at Norwich Cathedral. But within that constancy is a sea of change affecting the very building in which worship is practised.

Join NNAS members, and the competition panel, at Hungate for a free talk on the inspiration and context of our new competition, The Plunkett Prize Photographic Competition. Includes a chance to view an exhibition of the shortlisted images.

Visit the Museum of the Broads for free to discover the history and heritage of the Broads! See our new displays for 2025 and take a tour or follow a fun trail. Shop and small cafe. Picnic by the river. Boat trips available (at an extra charge).

We meet in 'The Friend's Room', in the Pavilion by the bandstand, for a short presentation and visual display of old photographs. Afterwards, a walk by the Lily Pond to the boating lake (with rooftop views of the park) and finally a train ride.

Visit our historic site and learn about the fascinating history of the Great Hospital, first established in 1249 and still used today as accommodation for those in need. Go inside the stunning heritage buildings spanning from Norman to modern times.

Explore this hidden gem in the heart of Norwich for free.

Visit Felbrigg Hall's beautiful Walled Garden on this open day. A delightful garden with double flower borders, vegetable beds, trained fruit trees and an octagonal dovecote.

Join us to discover the history of the building of The Archive Centre, a purpose built archive for Norfolk's documents. Feel the temperature of our Strongrooms, see our box making machine and have a peak at our digitization studio.

From flint to intergalactic superheroes – Norwich has a multitude of stories to tell. This presentation by Vanessa Trevelyan looks at the various building materials, architects and styles that have created the Norwich that we know and love today.

Matt Champion is the recognised expert on the extraordinary graffiti to be found in Norwich cathedral. In his talk he will point us all in the direction of where we can find it - and maybe some in St Peter Mancroft too!

St Martins, Norwich-based homlessness charity, teams up with tour guide Paul Dickson to lead this walk highlighting Norwich's history and commitment to supporting people in need throughout the ages.

Pykerells House is one of only 6 thatched buildings remaining in Norwich and is Grade II listed.

Join our knowledgeable tour guide as she walks you around the gardens at Felbrigg Hall.

Vicar Edward Carter tells what he discovered on his recent three month sabbatical tracking down a clerical ancestor in Durham.

We are pulling back the curtain at Norwich Theatre, revealing the heritage of our building through a History Talk, a display of archival posters, programmes and playbills, and an opportunity to tread the boards on a backstage tour.

A highly-detailed explanation of the who, when and how questions which you may well ask about the extraordinary skills which were needed in the original construction of our city’s magnificent Norman cathedral.

Discover a medieval church full of interesting features. Two churches in the same churchyard is an unusual feature

A chance to see inside this historic medieval church currently being used as a base to support the needs of local community and beyond by St Giles Trust.

A tour outlining the role of the Cloister in monastic life, and how this changed during the Middle Ages; and a look at the fine architecture and magnificent roof bosses in which their faith was expressed.

Explore this medieval church set in a large green churchyard with its wealth of memorials and the only 17th-century brick tower in the city.

From the 1790’s to the 1870’s ‘Norwich Shawls’ were the ‘must have’ fashion items. Helen Kennett, who is based in Norfolk, is currently researching and promoting Norwich’s rich textile history, specialising in the history of ‘Norwich Shawls’.