5-Minute Catch-Up: What’s New in Norwich?
5-Minute Catch-Up: What’s New in Norwich?
by Katie Thompson
There’s always something to look forward to in the City of Stories- sometimes it’s hard to keep up! From new menus and restaurants in Norwich and Norfolk to exciting announcements fit for all- including adult-only attractions, wheelchair-friendly treatments and children’s picture books. Not to mention six of Norwich’s parks receiving award Green Flag status.
So, whether you’re an afternoon tea aficionado, fashionista or can’t get enough of the sauna, keep reading for a quick catch-up on the latest news in our fine city!
Six Norwich Parks Receive Green Flags
Eaton Park is one of six of Norwich’s parks to have received a Green Flag
As a city and county that prides itself on its glorious green spaces, we’re happy to share that six of Norwich’s park have received the prestigious Green Flag status for another year! Eaton, Waterloo, Jenny Lind and Heigham Park, alongside Kett’s Heights and Mousehold Heath have all been granted recognition of their welcoming, clean and well-care-for environments.
Norwich’s Green Flag parks are open all year round.
The Assembly House Tucks into New Afternoon Tea Theme
What could be more fitting than Cinderella afternoon tea in The Assembly House’s spectacular Georgian rooms?
Cinderella, you shall go to the ball! Forget lost glass slippers or pumpkin carriages (unless they’re in the form of lemon shortbread biscuits and peach and raspberry compote shot glasses), The Assembly House’s latest afternoon tea is full of flavours so magical, the Fairy Godmother would be proud. Dust off your tiara- it’s time to dig in!
The Assembly House’s Cinderella Afternoon tea runs from 1 July – 6 September, from £37.50. Children’s, vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free options available.
The Cat House Welcomes New Resident
Mouse (not pictured) is the latest resident at The Cat House!
Next time you’re visiting The Cat House’s friendly felines, make sure to say a special hello to Mouse, their newest resident! This aptly named Oriental Shorthair has a gorgeous, silky blue coat and warm personality. Curious, affectionate and full of energy, Mouse loves to play and relax in equal measure- chances are you’ll see him stretched out asleep!
The Cat House is open Wednesday – Sunday from 10am for lounge sessions and workshops.
Elevate Your Shoes with Bowhill & Elliott’s New Embroidery
Customise your slippers at Bowhill & Elliott with a personalised monogram or embroidery
What could be chicer than a pair of handmade slippers from the only shoemakers in the UK to still make them out the back and sell out front? A pair of handmade slippers with eye-catching, yet delicate, cocktail-inspired embroidery, of course! The newest addition to Bowhill & Elliott’s stylish cocktail collection is the Negroni, joining the Martini and Scotch on the Rocks designs.
Bowhill & Elliott is open Monday – Saturday, 9am – 5.30pm and by appointment on Sundays.
Full Panto Cast Announced at Norwich Theatre Royal
The All New Adventure of Peter Pan will be flying into Norwich this Christmas!
Christmas will soon be upon us! ‘Oh, no it won’t’ we hear you reply!
Well, Norwich Theatre Royal have just announced the full cast for their 2026 panto, ‘The All New Adventures of Peter Pan’. Joining already announced local comedian Joe Trancini as Smee and West End star Karl Queensborough as Captain Hook are panto veteran Quinn Patrick as Tink, Game of Thrones’ Kerry Ingram as Wendy, and Casualty’s Milo Clarke as the eponymous boy from Neverland.
The All New Adventures of Peter Pan is running at Norwich Theatre Royal from 5 December 2026 – 3 January 2027. Tickets from £10.
The Lions’ Den Starts Sunset Sessions
Embrace slow evenings with The Lions’ Dern’s new sunset sessions
From mid-July, you can take rooftop sauna to the next level at The Lions’ Den City. Their new Sunset Sessions offer unlimited sauna and ice bath access, robe hire and an alcohol-free mojito or pint for just £30. Embrace long summer evenings, hot and cold at your own pace, treating yourself to some well-deserved me-time or in the company of friends.
The Lions’ Den City’s Sunset Sessions are available now for £30 from 5pm – 8.30pm, Sunday – Wednesday and 6.30pm – 10pm, Thursday & Friday.
The Norfolk Mead Launches Tapas Club
Tapas Club at The Norfolk Mead? Sign us up!
From 23 July, The Norfolk Mead is transporting guests to the balmy shores of sunny Spain with their brand-new Thursday Tapas Club. With small sharing plates and live acoustic music, there’s no better way to spend golden hour, especially when the menu includes patatas bravas, garlic and chilli king prawns, Padron peppers and Baron Bigod brie with figs!
The Norfolk Mead’s Thursday Tapas Club launches on 23 July, 5.30pm – 8.30pm.
Go Ape Holding Adult-Only Sessions
Grab your mates and head to the treetops with go Ape’s adult-only sessions
Need to let off some steam after a day at work? This summer, Go Ape is offering special adults-only high ropes sessions! On Thursdays and Fridays from 4pm (July) and 5pm (August), you can swing amongst the treetops, facing obstacles and thrilling zip wires just you and your friends. Are you ready to face the Treetop Challenge?
Go Ape’s Adult-Only Sessions run from July (from 4pm) – August (from 5pm) on Thursdays and Fridays only.
Modern Palestinian Home Cooking Arriving at St Saviour’s Yard
St Saviour’s Yard will soon be home to modern Palestinian Mouneh kithcen!
Coming soon to vibrant container hub St Saviour’s Yard on Magdalen Street is Mouneh Kitchen. Promising modern Palestinian home cooking- from delicious rice bowls to fresh salads and juices, each one is a take on a family recipe, each made with love and a lot of olive oil!
Mouneh Kitchen is coming soon to Norwich. Follow their socials for more!
BeWILDerwood to Publish New Book
BeWILDerwood is launching the latest book in their series about Minty the Crocklebog!
BeWILDerwood is a magical world of Boggles, Twiggles and other enchanting characters- based on the books by Tom Blofeld. Next is this series is a tale of Minty the Crocklebog- you might see her bouncing through the forest in her fluffy pink, clip-on wings. Following books ‘Minty and the Big Stink’ and ‘Minty and the Four Feathers’, she’s heading on another adventure!
BeWILDerwood’s new Minty book is due to be published soon. Look out for updates on their socials.
The New Archive to Open in Chantry Place
The New Archive is set to open in Chantry Place soon!
After winning Chantry Place’s first-ever Launchpad competition, The New Archive is set to open on the Upper Ground floor for a six-month residency in the upcoming weeks.
Known for their chic womenswear, timeless silhouettes and use of natural fibres, The New Archive promises to be a destination store with exciting events and community activations.
Find The New Archive on Chantry Place’s Upper Ground floor from summer 2026.
Accessible Salon Opens in Castle Quarter
Castle Quarter is now home to accessible salon Rupanzel
Dedicated to creating a welcoming, inclusive and affordable beauty salon experience, Rupanzel Salon has opened in Castle Quarter. Offering treatments from facials and manicures to waxing and lashes, they’ve invested in a wheelchair-friendly area, a family-friendly space and offer quiet sessions for sensory needs.
Rupanzel Beauty is open on Level 2 in Castle Quarter, Monday – Saturday, 9.30am – 5.30pm and Sunday, 10am – 4pm
