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11 April 2025
Hello,
Long time no speak! I’ve been busy getting this months printed newspaper ready to be dropped around town. Within the newspaper I’ve chatted about a new initiative I’m going to be launching in the next few months, I’ve named it ‘The Neighbourhood’ and I’ll properly introduce in the near future. You can of-course find some more info within the newspaper if you’re interested by my cryptic intro. Also within the newspaper you’ll find conversations with Feel Good Norfolk, Soulful Yoga, Moosey & Norwich Arts Centre, they’re great chats and so lovely to learn about more indie businesses within our lovely city. Anyway, enough of the newspaper here’s this months newsletter…
As always, pass this on to your pals, share amongst your community and of course support our locals. Best, Al x

Illuminate Photo Walk | 27 April
The creative community Illuminate are hosting a meet up and photo walk here in Nozza. The walk will be hosted by photographer Lewis Gant. Booking required on their website.
One Self: The Creative Life of Colin Self | 6 April - 21 September
The first major retrospective in 17 years for artist Colin Self has launched at the Norwich Castle. The show contains over 120 works of art and celebrates the boundless creative spirit and dedication to the act of making that Colin has pursued for over 6 decades.
Poltergeists, Pockthorpe & Puppets | 30 April
The Norfolk Folklore society are hosting an evening of tales of haunted Norwich. The event will be held at The Puppet Theatre which is apparently a hot spot for supernatural activity. Tickets are £12 and doors open at 6:30.
Norwich Craft Beer Festival | 3 - 4 May
We’ve got a new beer festival hitting the town. It’s taking place over the May bank holiday and will celebrate craft beer and breweries with a dose of local DJ’s and food vendors for good measure. The event is hosted by Sir Toby’s Beers and will take place at The Waterfront.
Store Vintage Opening | 12 April
A new vintage clothing store is hitting our streets, St Augustine’s street to be precise. Stocking womens, mens and kids vintage clothing, accessories and jewellery. They’re opening on the 12th April (tomorrow!), head down to have a gander.
Copper Etching Workshop | 12 May
Norwich Printmaking Hub are hosting two evening sessions introducing you to traditional hard ground etching. The course will run over 2 evenings with the first being held on 12 May. The course is suitable for beginners (don’t you worry!)

*Paid Collaborators within the printed nozza newspaper
Within our newspaper we sit down and chat to Sarah, founder of Feel Good Norfolk, a directory helping people across Norfolk find well-being support and services they can trust.
We also spoke to Georgina, Founder of Soulful Yoga, who focuses on hosting yoga therapy and classes, alongside beautiful weekend and day retreats.
We chatted to Frazer, Founder of Moosey, a gallery focusing on bringing exhibitions from emerging artists around the world. They showcase original artwork monthly at their gallery situated in Norwich, and sell limited edition prints online.
We also met Bradley, General Manager & Head of Programming at Norwich Arts Centre, we chatted about their relaunch of Norwich Jazz Festival which will be happening from 15 - 24 May.
You’ll be able to pick up the newspaper for free (!!) in all good haunts around town

Wild Paths | 14 - 18 October
A little early but Wild Paths Festival have announced they will be back again this year. Keep an eye open for full details but they’re promising over 150 of the best new bands & artists playing in venues throughout the city.
Groves | Opening
A new grocer and deli has opened on you guessed it Grove Road. Stocking seasonal fruits & veg, breads, coffee and all the good stuff. You can find them at 65 Grove Road, NR1.
Norfolk Wildlife Trust | Youth Forum
The Norfolk Wildlife Trust have launched a new youth-led collective. A group of like minded young people who will help shape the future of Norfolk’s wildlife, they meet as a group every month in Nozza. Perfect to pass onto any young people you may know!
Stampe Prints | Launch
A new print store has launched, built with an ethos to curate and showcase photographers work, with everything sourced locally here in Nozza. Some lovely stuff on there already...
Dohpe Vintage | Open
Something I stumbled across recently so thought I should share, a new vintage store based in 22 Pottergate. (A couple doors down from Grosvenor’s)
Create Growth Grants | Re-opened
The next round of Create Growth Grants have now re-opened. They’re looking to offer fully funded grants to small innovation projects across Norfolk, Suffolk & Cambridgeshire. Applications close 29 May.
Ninety Three Store | Closure
Ninety Three have announced their shop will close on 3rd May. Make sure to pop them a visit, they have some great pieces in their sale.

The Bodega Pub Grub | Opening
He’s back, of-course. Edd has opened another kitchen at The Cottage in NR3, named The Bodega Pub Grub, and serves exactly what it says on the tin. Get yourself down there for more of The Bodega goodness.
Knoops | Opening
Knoops, a chocolate cafe (!!) has opened on White Lion Street, offering expertly crafted chocolate drinks.
Nothing Fancy | Opening
Something I’ve spied on socials, there’s a new family business re-opening in Chapelfield Gardens, it’s named Nothing Fancy and will live in the kiosk within the gardens. Keep an eye on their socials for opening information. PS. they’re also hiring.
Chet Valley Vineyard | 12 April aka tomorrow
If wine is your thing local vineyard Chet Valley are launching their new vintage to the public. You can join the winemaker for a tasting session for 3 of their new wines alongside a presentation of their 2024 vintage. Event will run from 3-5pm, tickets are £15 and can be booked on their website.
Ampersand Brewery | Collaboration
Local brewery, Ampersand have recently completed a collaboration with design students at NUA. The students were tasked to create a design for their new beer ‘Romance Isn’t Dead.’ Charlotte Chapman was the lucky student to have her artwork adorned over the new can and you can pick it up in Skippers Bar in Yalm.
Boston House | Opening
Boston House have announced that from 10th April they will be opening a patisserie within their current space. It will be open Thursday - Sundays keep an eye on their socials for updates.

I recently popped down to Cloth / Metal / Clay a spring sample sale event hosted in Helgate by the most delightful makers, so thought I should feature some of them here for you too...
Phaedra Clothing | Sewist
Simple, sustainable clothing for every day wear, based and made right here in Norwich, by brand owner Deva. What more could you want hey!
Ali Hewson | Artist
Ali is a local artist creating ceramic tableware and vessels inspired by historical objects, handwriting studies and repeated motifs. Her work applies traditional techniques to contemporary forms.
Henry Anderson Brown | Artist
Henry makes pots, paintings and drawings right here in good old Nozza. You can sign up to his mailing list for shop updates or have a gander on socials for the visual delights.