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30 July 2026 - 27 August 2026

Family fun and support at Castle Quarter

Castle Quarter is helping families make the most of the school summer holidays with a packed programme of community activities, while shining a spotlight on the invaluable work of local charities and organisations.

Thursdays: Chill on the Hill – weekly activities from the end of July
• Thursdays from 30 July and through August (6, 13, 20 and 27 August), 2pm – 6pm

Partnering with Norfolk County Council’s Targeted Youth Support Service to support the initiative, Chill on the Hill, Castle Quarter will be the home for free weekly activities in Castle Gardens, aimed at young people aged 11 to 17.

Mondays: Get Me Out The Four Walls – weekly activities throughout August
• 3 August – LEGO® Club
• 10 August – Slime workshop with Creative Planet (£5 per person)
• 17 August – Beach-themed arts and crafts
• 24 August – LEGO® Club and beach-themed activities

Young children can test their imaginations with a series of weekly creative activities, with the programme hosted by local charity Get Me Out The Four Walls. The team will be on hand to chat about the services they offer, which include peer support and social meet-ups for parents and carers experiencing isolation.

Disclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorise or endorse this event.

Finnbar’s Force – regular appearances from 13 August
• 13, 19 and 25 August

Founded by the parents of five-year-old Finnbar Cork, who sadly died from a rare brain tumour, the Norfolk-based charity supports children and families across East Anglia by providing information, free therapies, emotional support and practical assistance throughout their cancer journey. Charity representatives will be offering free children’s activities, as well as speaking to visitors about their work.

Tuesdays: Pre-loved school uniform pop-up – Castle Quarter Management Office, Level 3
• 4 and 25 August, 9am – 4pm

Families can select donated school uniform items for free, supporting parents needing to replace school clothing before the start of the new term and easing the cost of buying new. Good quality uniform for primary and secondary ages will be available, with no pre-booking required. One set of uniform per child.