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7 free Norfolk things to do over the 2023 summer holidays

Sat, 02 Sep 2023 08:17:36 GMT

From themed trails to family festivals, you don't have to spend a fortune to have fun over the summer holidays with plenty of free events running in Norfolk.

1. Safari Summer Trail, Norwich

Where: Chantry Place, St Stephens Street, Norwich, NR1 3SH

When: Until September 3

Chantry Place is hosting a themed trail featuring 10 large animal sculptures, including a hippo, lion and an elephant.

Families can pick up trail maps from Deichmann on the lower ground floor and once completed these can be exchanged for a goody bag, which includes a complimentary child's ticket for Banham Zoo or Africa Alive with a paying adult.

On Wild Wednesdays, there are free crafts with Schoodoodle and educational activities from Banham Zoo and Africa Alive Reserve.

Creake Abbey Summer Gift Fair is returning for 2023 (Image: Creake Abbey)

2. Summer Gift Fair, North Creake

Where: Creake Abbey, North Creake, Fakenham, NR21 9LF

When: Saturday, August 26: 10am-4pm

Creake Abbey's 2023 Summer Gift Fair has free entry and it will feature more than 90 stalls offering gifts, food and drink and even items for your four-legged friends.

Stallholders include Ablaze Bowls, Norfolk Meadow Soaps, The Flora Candle Company, Cardarelli’s Cakery and Norfolk Raider Cider.

A zebra on the Jungle Trail in the Castle Quarter, Norwich (Image: Supplied)

3. Welcome to the Jungle Trail, Norwich

Where: Castle Quarter, Castle Meadow, Norwich, NR1 3DD

When: Until September 1

Track down exotic animal species on all floors of the Castle Quarter and tick them off the jungle trail street, which you can download online.

Once completed, pop in the postbox by the spiral staircase for the chance to win a £50 voucher to spend in the centre.

Bandstand concerts run on summer Sundays in The Walks (Image: Archant 2016)

4. Music in the Bandstand, King's Lynn

Where: The Walks, London Road, King's Lynn, PE30 1PE

When: Sundays until September, 2pm to 4pm

The Borough Council of King's Lynn and West Norfolk has been putting on free concerts in The Walks on Sundays over the summer, so pack a picnic and enjoy an afternoon (hopefully) in the sun.

The August line-up is Breckland Brass Band (August 13), All Saxophones (August 20) and John Barker on trumpet (August 27).

Also on August 27, there will be a nineties and noughties music day at the Tuesday Market Place from 12noon to 4pm.

Fireworks at Cromer Carnival Picture: Newsquest (Image: Archant)

5. Cromer Carnival, Cromer

Where: Carnival Field, Runton Road, Cromer, NR27 9AU

When: July 31-August 4, August 7-11 (Children's Weeks), August 12-18 (Carnival Week)

Many of the events during Cromer Carnival are free to attend, with donations encouraged, and the full programme is now online.

Free evening activities on Thursday, August 17 include a torchlight procession setting off from The Meadow, with illuminated floats and umbrellas gathering from 7.30pm, and the grand fireworks display on the Carnival Field at 9.15pm.

An outdoor cinema is coming to Dereham in August (Image: Dereham Town Council)

6. Outdoor Cinema, Dereham

Where: Fleece Meadow, Dereham, NR19 1AD

When: August 19, from 1pm

Dereham Town Council is putting on three free outdoor cinema screenings on August 19, with Encanto at 1pm, Grease at 3.30pm and The Greatest Showman at 6pm.

Guests can bring their own picnics, chairs and blankets, with food trucks and a bar at the event too.

The Norwich Theatre Family Festival includes free drop-in activities (Image: Supplied by Norwich Theatre)

7. Family Festival Drop-in workshops, Norwich

Where: Norwich Theatre Playhouse, St Georges Street, Norwich, NR3 1AB

When: August 29-September 1

As part of Norwich Theatre's Family Festival, free drop-in workshops are running at the Playhouse.

These are Playhouse Tapestries on August 29 from 10.30am-12.30pm and 1pm-2pm, Never-Ending Story on August 30 from 10am-12.30pm and Drumming Circle on September 1 from 10.30am-12.30pm.

See the full line-up for the Family Festival, including cheap bookable workshops and the free Theatre Royal and Stage Two Open Day on August 26, on the Norwich Theatre website.

Airbnb - Getting started

dale_newson@hotmail.co.uk (Dale Newson) — Fri, 25 Aug 2023 09:21:12 GMT

Get started on Airbnb

Create your listing

Think of your listing as an advertisement for your space. You’ll want to make it as compelling as possible, while being honest about any quirks.

Start with the basics. Enter details like the location of your place, what type of property you’re offering, and the number of bedrooms and bathrooms your guests will have access to.
Take photos of the space. Guests love browsing photos when making a decision on where to stay. To snap the best photos, tidy up your space beforehand. Take shots of each area, using natural light and landscape orientation when possible.
Highlight unique details. When writing your listing title and description, consider what makes your place special, such as a view or a pool. Also, note any aspects in your description that might be important for guests to know before booking, like stairs or parking.

Organise the logistics

Your next step will be lining up all the logistics for your listing to make the hosting process run smoothly.

Add House Rules to your listing . To help guests understand your expectations, add rules for your space , including details like restrictions on smoking, pets, or parties.
Set up your calendar . To make sure you only get reservations when you’re able to host, update your Airbnb calendar with your availability. You can also get specific about how much advance notice you need or how far in advance guests can book.
Choose your nightly price . What you charge is always up to you, but Airbnb has tools – like Smart Pricing – to help you match your prices with demand, along with custom pricing controls for times like weekends and specific seasons.
Review your local laws . Some cities have rules covering home sharing, like limits on the number of nights you can host, registration requirements, or special taxes. Learn about responsible hosting here .

Prepare your space

Whether you’re expecting your first guest or your 100th, these are the steps you’ll need to take to ensure your space is ready to go.

Tidy up . Clean each room that guests can access, especially bedrooms, bathrooms, and the kitchen. Check that there’s no hair, dust, or mould on surfaces and floors, and make the bed(s) with fresh linens.
Store your valuables. If you have jewellery, passports, or other valuables, consider storing them in a locked room, closet, safe, or storage facility. Or you can leave them with family or friends.
Stock up on essentials . To help guests feel at home, consider providing amenities like soap, shampoo, toilet paper, bed linens, and towels. It can’t hurt to have extras on hand as well.
Provide check-in details . Be prepared to check guests in and out, or recruit friends or family to help. If no one will be around, you can always use a lockbox or electronic lock and provide guests with check-in instructions in the Airbnb app.
Add the finishing touches. Guests love thoughtful details. A house manual with instructions and tips can help orient guests. A bottle of wine or a small gift can also make guests feel extra welcome, but definitely isn’t required.

Carbon monoxide detectors

PAR002_123@heg.com — Fri, 25 Aug 2023 08:17:36 GMT

Carbon monoxide detectors

You are legally required to fit a carbon monoxide detector in rooms containing a solid fuel burning appliance, e.g., log burner or open fire. As gas appliances can also emit carbon monoxide, it's recommended that you also put a detector in any rooms that have gas or oil appliances, e.g., oven or boiler. In addition to installing carbon monoxide alarms, landlords are also required to fit smoke detectors on every floor of the property.

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7 free Norfolk things to do over the 2023 summer holidays

1. Safari Summer Trail, Norwich

2. Summer Gift Fair, North Creake

3. Welcome to the Jungle Trail, Norwich

4. Music in the Bandstand, King's Lynn

5. Cromer Carnival, Cromer

6. Outdoor Cinema, Dereham

7. Family Festival Drop-in workshops, Norwich

Airbnb - Getting started

Get started on Airbnb

Carbon monoxide detectors

Carbon monoxide detectors

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