Nov '25

7 November 2025

Hello,

I try to publish nozza news around lunch time on Fridays, but I’ve only just got round to sitting down and writing this newsletter. I like to imagine you guys sitting and reading it on your lunch break ready for the weekend, but hopefully you can find some time to read the newsletter this evening, or tomorrow morning with a good cuppa. The days are getting shorter but that doesn’t mean the news is drying up, this newsletter if full to the brim of goodness and quite a lot of foodie updates hitting the streets.

As always pass this on to your pals, share amongst your community and of course support our locals. (& please give this a little love on the like button.)

Best, Al x

Norwich Film Festival | 3 - 16 Nov
Norwich Film Festival is back for another year, they’re bringing a diverse range of screenings, talks, workshops and more to venues across Nozza. The festival has already been running for a few days but head to their website in the link above to see if any events take your fancy, it’s on until 16 Nov.

Art Fair East | 7 - 9 Nov
The annual Art Fair East is back this weekend, they’re showcasing national and international artists, galleries and dealers. You can find Art Fair East in The Assembly House from 10:30 - 6pm tomorrow and 10:30-5pm on Sunday. Tickets are £5 for entry.

Christmas at Wolterton | 29 Nov
Yikes, the first mention of the C word here at nozza news, but Wolterton are hosting an exclusive shopping event on the 29 Nov. The hall will be decorated, the fire will be lit and the goodies will be ready for your perusal. Tickets are £15.

Norwich Ceramics Market | 7 Dec
Nozza is getting is very own ceramics market, happening on Sat 7 Dec and hosted within The Forum, this ceramics market aims to showcase the best of the UK’s indie pottery scene. Over 50 makers will be part of the market, follow their socials to have a gander and keep up to date.

Eleanor Torbati Ceramics & Slow Made Goods Studio Sale | 29-30 Nov
Local potter Eleanor Torbati and Slow Made Goods are hosting a studio sale towards the end of the month. The open studio will be held at Eleanors studio within Capitol House on 29 & 30 Nov from 10-3pm. PS: Ewen, from Slow Made Goods crafted our bespoke wooden stand for our cook book last year!

Informal Language Groups | The Merchants House
This popped up on my socials the other day and sounded like a really lovely idea. The Merchants House host informal language groups throughout the week from 3 - 5pm. Mondays are French, Tuesday Spanish, Wednesday Italian and Friday German. More info in the link above.

Fixing, Drag Show | 13 Nov
A new drag show is hitting the streets of nozza, it’s named fixing and it’s about family breakups, trying to make things better, learning car maintenance and choosing the right shade of lipstick. Performed by Matt Miller. It’s heading to The Garage on 13 Nov as part of an autumn tour. Tickets and more info in the link above.

It’s gifting season…

Ok gang, I know we’re edging closer to the dreaded C word, so I wanted to let you know in good time that we have a few things you might like to buy as treats for yourself, for pals or loved ones.

• Firstly, is our community cook book, NOSH. Last year we published a community cook book which went behind the curtains and into the minds and homes of local restaurant owners, chefs and readers of nozza news. The publication is full of hearty stories and even heartier food. We just sold the 100th copy which means only 50 copies are left before NOSH is sold out forever.

• Second, is our collaborative print with Joshua Paul Works, an ode to Anglia Square. I teamed up with local artist Joshua to produce an A3 Risograph print to commemorate the much loved building, this also a limited edition print of 30. Just like the building, once it’s gone, it’s gone forever.

• Third up are our nozza totes, these are all black heavy duty cotton totes with a custom blue embroidery featured on the front. Big enough to fit your life and your lidl shop in.

• Last but not least are our Hotter Than Colman’s print, now I can’t take any credit for these, they’re designed and printed by local legend Rizzo Studio and I have a few in our web shop ready for you to declare the truth proudly.

Now, as a special treat pop in this code NOZZANEWSFOREVER for 20% off, the code will only be live for 48hrs, and only available to you, our nozza news readers.

Anglia Square, The Little City | Podcast
Local writer Sarah Herman has created and published a new documentary podcast about Anglia Square. It delves into the dilapidated 1960’s Anglia Square development as it faces demolition and regeneration. You can listen now on the link above.

The Lions Den City | New Site Opening
The Lions Den are opening a second site in the city, this ones right in the hustle and bustle of town and will include rooftop saunas, a co working space, studio, treatment rooms and Nozzas first alcohol-free late bar. Keep an eye on their socials for opening info.

After The Tide | Showing on Disney+
The film, After The Tide directed by local Joseph Harrington has been snapped up to be shown on Disney+ next year. The film focuses on the issue of coastal erosion in Happisburgh, it follows the lives of locals and residents who are losing their homes.

Elements Clothing | Moving & Rename
Elements Clothing are on the move, they’re leaving their home of 27 years on Lower Goat Lane to move to the former Phillip Browne store opposite the Guildhall, during the move they will also rename to 80’s Casual Classics. I think they’re open this weekend! 

St Giles Antiques | Opening
A new antique store will be joining our streets, you can find them at 40b St Giles Street and they’ll be stocking their store with a curated collection of decorative antiques. Another one to keep an eye on on socials for more info.

Pips Coffee Shop | Opening
Much loved foodie establishment Pips on St Augustines Street have opened second space a few doors down, it’s a coffee shop which is open 7 days a week. Mon - Sat 8:30-3:30pm, Sundays are 10-3pm.

Chia | Opening
A new brunch spot Chia has opened at 13 St Giles Street, expect breakfast bowls, brunch, coffee and tonnes more. All deets on their socials.

Loaf Microbakery | Moved
Loaf Microbakery have announced they’ve moved their Norwich store to 107 Gloucester Street (NR2). They’re based in the former Dozen Bakery building and are open Thurs - Sat 9-3pm. Pop them a visit this weekend.

Finnies Juice Bar | Opening
I think we might be getting a new juice bar? Can’t find anything on socials but there’s been some lovely new signs at 19 Lower Goat Lane, let me know if you spot anything or know anything!

Soi Mama | Opening
Told you there was a lot happening! Another new opening, this time, named Soi Mama. A Thai bar and diner at 2a Exchange Street (the old Jive building.) It opens tonight if you’re keen, if not add it to your must visit soon list.

Vanessa Pooley | Bronze Sculptor
Vanessa is a sculptor working in bronze exploring the female figure. Vanessa is hosting an open studio at her central Nozza studio from 27 - 30 Nov. Click on the link above for some more deets.

Juju Vail | Textile Artist
Alongside Vanessa, local textile artist Juju Vail is also showcasing her recent work. You can find her work at Vanessas open studio from 27 - 30 Nov.