Feb '25

28 February 2025

Hello,

Well, didn’t February feel like a whirlwind? Amongst it all I realised that this June will mark 5 years since I started publishing nozza news, not to get all sentimental with you but it’s been one of the only constants in my life for the past half a decade. (!!) And with what feels like perfect timing, I finally had a break through with an idea i’ve been wrestling with for the past 6 months. I’m aiming to announce it in our April newspaper with it being launched in June - so stay tuned…

As always, pass this on to your pals, share amongst your community and of course support our locals. Best, Al x

Clutter City | 1 March
Hurry it’s happening tomorrow! Clutter City is back with another night market at Norwich Arts Centre, it’s on tomorrow, Sat 1 March from 4-9pm. Free entry, over 25 stalls, pop-up food and a DJ - sounds good right?!

Hype Club | 7 March
Hype Club, a group for people with ADHD & ADD to socialise and chat about the world of work are hosting their next walk on the 7 March. They’re meeting at the Lions Den, Bishopsgate and will grab a coffee and then wander along the Wensum, meeting at 10am.

Gardening Volunteers | 16 March
Norwich Unity Hub are looking for some gardening volunteers to help out at their new space, Carrow House. You’ll be helping their head gardener Boyd with wisteria taming, bramble wrestling and path clearing. They’re looking for help between 10-2pm with biscuits and hot drinks provided.

Folk Fiddle School | 14 April
Yes, you read that right a Folk Fiddle School is happening at the Holloway just off St.Benedicts. It will be a 4 week course, hosted on Monday evenings with the first sessions kicking off on 14 April.

Brew & Biscuit Vintage Pop-up | 23 March
Studio 73 are popping up within Brew and Biscuit for a day of vintage goodness. There will be coffee, donuts and vintage clothes, what more could you want. You can find Brew & Biscuit at 2B Hall Road.

Floragami Flower Making Workshop | 22 March
Meg from Floragami is hosting a paper flower making workshop at Holkham on 22 March, it’s £65pp with refreshments, bakes and materials all included. More info on the link above!

New season of exhibitions at the Sainsbury Centre
Can the Seas Survive Us? From 15 March

Can the Seas Survive Us? maps a journey through the stories of our seas and the precarious futures they may hold, whilst delving into humanity’s complex relationship with them and the need for us to live in harmony with the water that connects us. 

Three exhibitions chart a course through the story of the world’s oceans, featuring contemporary art, historical paintings, ancient atlases and maps from across the globe.

A World of Water (15 March – 3 August 2025) brings together works by British and international artists from as early as 1540 to the present day, who have all offered a unique perspective of evolving marine ecosystems and oceanic habitats. Taking the North Sea and the historical relationship between Norfolk and the Netherlands as its starting point, the exhibition looks at the human impact on the sea. 

Darwin in Paradise Camp: Yuki Kihara (15 March – 3 August 2025) presents a UK premiere of Paradise Camp, a celebrated work by Yuki Kihara, which will be exhibited alongside newly commissioned work titled Darwin Drag. The work looks to reclaim past narratives of third and fourth genders in Sāmoa – both human and marine – through photography and audio-visual work. 

Sea Inside (7 June – 26 October 2025) features experimental contemporary artworks from across a range of media. Artworks explore the ways the oceans have been domesticated, reimagined on a bodily scale and brought inside to be tamed, contained or better understood.

Also enjoy the Sainsbury Centre’s world-renowned permanent collection, vast Sculpture Park, design shop and the choice of two artisan cafes on your visit.

Getting there: Parking is free, or hop on the 25 bus from Norwich City Centre and get off at University, Chancellor’s Drive - plus lots of other bus links to the UEA, including Park and Ride.

Tickets: Pay If and What You Can – no need to book.

Gonzo’s Europes Best Dance Venue | Officially
Excuse me?! Gonzo’s Two Room was recently voted as Europes Best Dance Venue at the BBC Radio 1 Dance Venue Awards - incredible really. It was voted for by the community so, Nozza folks really told them who’s boss.

Lab | Opening
Now I feel like we may have talked this into existence, I was chatting with a friend about how nozza needs a film processing lab and then voila I see an announcement. A new film photo processing lab coming to nozza this month. Follow the link to keep up to date with openings and announcements.

Aladdins Cave | Closure
The nozza institution that is Aladdins Cave (you know, the vintage furniture store on Magdalen Street) has pasted up signs announcing their closure, I’m not sure on the date but if you’re in town this weekend pop in for your last visit.

Norfolk Retro | Moving
Another Vintage furniture store update, Norfolk Retro on St.Augustines have announced they will be moving. Tomorrow is the last day you can shop in their current store on St.Augustines, but stay tuned on their socials to see where they’ll be moving to.

Brick Pizza at NCFC | Collaboration
Brick Pizza have announced their collaboration with Norwich City Football Club. You’ll be able to find them in the Yellows restaurant for every home game. So lovely to see NCFC bringing in an indie.

Danomeys & The Diner | Closure/Opening
This one is a double whammy, earlier this month Danomeys on Magdalen Road announced their closure. The Diner who were previously situated in Yalm have announced they will be taking over the space - no news of an opening yet but stay tuned.

FUPBURGER | Free Burgers
FUPBURGER have announced a new initiative gifting you a free burger on your birthday. All you have to do is present your ID and that’s it your burger is on them.

Roger Hickman | Closure
You still have a littttle bit of time to feast within Roger Hickmans on Upper St. Giles Street, their last service will be on 30 March.

The Steam Packet | British Pie Week 3 - 7 March
To celebrate British Pie Week, The Steam Packet are serving up some delicious pies with a special deal. Grab yourself a pie and a drink for £15 - downstairs and walk-ins only, let’s cross our fingers we all get in, see you in the queue.

Melville & Sons | Opening
A new refined dining space has opened up at 29 Tombland (The old all bar one building, you know the one.) Offering a carefully curated menu with cocktails and wines to boot.

Moosey | New Shows
Moosey Gallery launched 2 new shows last night, showcasing artists Megan Hales and Eilen Itzel Mena. If you’re in town pop down and have a gander - beautiful work, as always.

Will Teather | Open Studio, 8 March
Local artist Will Teather is opening his studio up every Saturday in March, you can find his studio space situated at 12 Tombland.