Hi all.

I moved here 6 months ago with my family. I like going to gigs and think the Holloway is amazing for touring bands that a little more niche then to fill the Arts Centre etc. But it strikes me I still know nothing of the local scene. Where I lived in Essex before, although it could maybe feel a bit cliquey, there were always gigs on by local bands writng original material, who would support each other, fill the crowd etc. I wondered if there is a similar scene here i am missing? Any venue recommendations welcome!

Can you think of a restaurant that you would like to see in there? I used to think that it would have been a perfect location for a Popeye's Chicken (now confirmed to be opening a little further out of the centre) but maybe it's already a little meat/burger heavy down there with Five Guys and Nando's.

Franco Manca Pizza, perhaps (I think they were originally going to open where Black Sheep coffee is now based)?

I understand that we are supposed to hate on fast-food chains, but I can't really see a decent local indie at that location.

New to Norwich, looking for a run club or two. I did have a Google and there's a fair few. Which one is the best? Is there any casual free clubs? And what's the best competitive club?

Featuring over 20 local artists. Would be lovely if you could stop by for a look-in!

Does anybody know any halloween parties or events for me and possibly a few friends to go to, I am 16 and have never been to one before and would really like to try one, any info would be greatly appreciated.

hey all, throwaway-ish post.
I’ve been with my employer for 2+ years and lately my boss keeps giving me stuff that's basically impossible to deliver, and it really feels like he’s setting me up to fail so I'll just quit. honestly I’m close to my limit but I don't want to resign without knowing where I stand first.
problem is I have no idea what my rights actually are. does anyone know anywhere in norwich (or online) that gives free employment advice? in person would be great but online is fine too. already know about citizens advice and norfolk community law service but has anyone actually used them for something like this or found somewhere better?
also if anyone's been through something similar, how did you handle it? any tips on what I should be documenting right now?
thxx

Random one. New mum here. Looking for recommendations on cleaner places to change a baby when in the city.

M&S ones are superb and have specialist changing rooms, but I'm constantly going there because I don't know any others.

Im asking because I attempted John Lewis, but they were absolutely foul and I'm aware I need to use facilities other than Marks.

Thanks!

Hey all, need some advice…

EDIT/UPDATE: Thanks everyone for your experiences, opinions, advice, kind words, it was all really helpful! I think my go to will be bus-train-walk and then in hotter weather I’ll try out cycling it! For context I haven’t got the job, I’ve only spoken to the recruiter and I’ve been told that my CV is really good for it and I should seek an interview, which I will be doing! If all goes well then I have a game plan for travel as that was both mine and the recruiter’s concern.

I (f26) have a job opportunity in Wymondham, I currently live in Norwich, Earlham Rd. I don’t drive, my only options are to cycle (50mins and free!) or to get the bus from St Stephen’s (1hr ish but not free)

Job starts at 8am which would mean getting up between 4-4:30am-5am to get to the bus (6am) and getting to Wymondham around 7:30am to get to the office before 8am. Sorry lots of numbers.

My concern is that with this weather we’ve been having and it getting colder as we get closer to the end of the year, cycling may not be my best option. Although I’d enjoy the exercise and the financial aspect of it being entirely free, my partner thinks I’ll hate it that early in the morning, hate getting wet and grubby before a whole day in an office and that my bike will have constant issues, needing repairs or a new bike entirely.

Bus routes seems entirely possible and I’m lucky to even have that option, but I was wondering if anyone had experience with the bus routes and such early morning routes. The earliest I’ve gotten buses to previous jobs outside the city centre has been 7-8am for a start time at 8:45am. So can’t really apply that routine to the one to Wymondham as this will be much earlier and a longer commute.
Bear in mind the job is paid minimum wage and 37.5hrs per week Mon-Fri and I’d be paying something like £20-£50 a week on bus fares to and from. I don’t know what the exact price would be for the fares as I haven’t yet been told exact locations for the job role.

I like the sound of the job, it’s stable, I’m good for it and I just fear I won’t be able to find something similar within the city centre as soon as I’ve been able to find this one. I just can’t get my head around weighing up the pros and cons, not able to see whether it’s worth it or not.

I’m yapping now, any advice, tips, honest opinions are welcome! Thank you :)

Hiya,

Visiting Norwich for a week and wondering if there's any photo booth's around the city?? 🤔 preferably near the city centre 🙏🙏

A portal to a different time. Before COVID. The world has changed so much. 17th August 2019 was a Saturday.

I've ported it over to a modded version of EA's Skate. It actually works suprisingly well, given how lumpy everything is.

Hey everybody my name is Cam and I play in a rock band from Canada called Kasador and we’re coming through Norwich playing at Voodoo Daddy’s on Nov 23. Would love to connect with other musicians/, check out other venues and get a good feel for the local arts scene. Plus if you have any local band recommendations I’d love to hear. Very excited to come visit! Thanks for your time

Featuring Finland. I also read today that Finland is the most food secure country in the world (in context of our govt announcement about preparedness for shortages), with a strong sense of community and cooperation, incidentally. That's not really related, but I think it's interesting to look at what people are doing and experiencing internationally while we are thinking about the local .

Good Morning All,

I was heading down Marriots way this morning and there is a tree down just passed sloughbottom park. If you are heading towards the city there is a tiny space for you to get through on the RIGHT hand side.

AVOID IF POSSIBLE.

Go outside, turn the headlights on, walk around, replace bulbs as necessary.

You'll be driving in the dark for the next 4 months.

Is there anywhere (not a big chain ideally) that I can take my headphones to be looked at/repaired?

They are Bose over ear quiet comfort noise cancelling headphones and randomly cut out and stopped working just under a week ago. They do work periodically but when they’re not, they just make this weird beeping/interference kind of sound. I use them a lot for work and they’re almost £300 to replace so would like to try and fix before if possible!

TIA :-)

Was just wondering how people here in Norwich are preparing for what may be coming.

The government have obviously came out saying we should all be stockpiling for weather conditions and potential cyber attacks.

Even Mi5 have been speaking about preparing for incoming cyberattacks etc.

I’m not too clued up on a lot of things going on as such, but it’s kind of slightly scary/concerning, talking about getting a radio, water, keeping all I.D and documents together etc.

It feels slightly ominous now the clocks go back, nights getting darker, going into the winter with these current warnings etc, I struggle already with the winter months.

I can’t personally remember the last time I experienced a power cut.

Also, if something serious does happen I can’t image 3 days of tinned food is gonna be very adequate. You need litres and litres of water just to last a single week.

Anyway just wanted to know your opinions. How you’re all feeling.

Who’s taking it seriously, who’s not very fussed about it all etc

Have a good Sunday, thanks 🙏🏻

Architect struck off after bizarre neighbour dispute over 'phallic symbol' car https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/architect-norwich-racism-karin-elliott-b3072890.html

I’ve got a walking stick that I’d like a metal ferrule fitting, does anyone know a good place to go?

I have restarted organising Bored Norwich Girls events. I know some of you have been to these events in the past. These events started after I saw posts in this group, of people saying that they would love to meet more people.

Our next one is a winter bingo card creating event.

These events are for Norwich Girls and non-binary folk to enjoy an activity together and make some friends.

Link to the event is below, if anyone would like to join

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/2003239156242?aff=oddtdtcreator

Is paving over green spaces in the city the right solution to too many cars in Norwich?

Tim Day, Reform UK councillor for Crome Ward, has been citing a number of green spaces in the area that can be converted into parking spaces.

He said: "Parking in the Heartsease estate is a nightmare.

"People who live there are having to do laps to find a space to park.

"The estate was built in the 1950s and some of the homes are owned by Norwich City Council.

"I have been looking at unused green spaces that could be converted into parking spaces.

Hey all,
I'm bringing my university friends to Norwich to show them around and hopefully have a chance at a decent (ish) night out on a Friday. I never really experienced the night life scene in the city before moving away so I thought I'd ask, is there anywhere left to have a good night? Clubs or bars wise. Loft and Waterfront are the only ones that come to mind, but if anyone has any suggestions that'd be great, Thanks!