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Exhibition details revealed ahead of Dippy the dinosaur’s visit to Norwich Cathedral this summer

As the countdown continues to Dippy the dinosaur’s visit to Norwich Cathedral this summer, more details are now being revealed for what visitors can expect from the exhibition.

Dippy the Dinosaur in Norwich!

Norwich Cathedral is preparing to host a prehistoric guest in summer 2020 when the Natural History Museum’s iconic dinosaur cast Dippy pays a four-month visit.

Easter theatre performances open to book

Riding Lights Theatre Company is pleased to present "The Narrow Road" by Paul Birch - their acclaimed passion play journeying through the Easter story. Touring during the season of Lent 2020.

Mayflower 400 festival launches in Harleston church

A flotilla of 400 origami boats set sail to launch a year of Mayflower 400 celebrations in St John's Harleston.

Architect’s grave unveiled

Notable 17th-century Architect, William Talman, was buried in Felmingham Churchyard after his death on 22 November 1719. At the time he lived in Felmingham Hall and was Lord of the Manor.

Renowned seventeenth-century architect buried in Felmingham

On 22 November 1719, the prominent late seventeenth-century architect, William Talman, died at Felmingham Hall. He was buried in St Andrew's Church, Felmingham. His recently-discovered grave will be renovated in honour of the 300th anniversary since his death.

Counting church visitor numbers goes digital

The National Churches Trust's Great Church Visitor Count aims to find out how many people visit churches. Current numbers are thought to be seriously underestimated, which can make it hard for churches to access funding for repairs and to be a part of local tourism initiatives. Find out more and get your church involved.

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