What’s On in September
Here’s WHAT’S ON in September – it’s a jam packed Autumn!
Looking for cinema, live music, art exhibitions and classes, fun nights out, new kids and youth activities? Summer might be over, but we have plenty of free drop in as well as paid events and activities to enjoy this autumn!
Read on for our round-up of what to see and do this September so you don’t miss out.
New Groups & Clubs
Youth Café every Friday in term time 2.30pm – 4pm The Abbey Schoolroom, Church Street NR18 0PH
FREE drop in and plug in and play PA, puppet making workshop and make a film, or just chill at That Little Norfolk Studio
Rebel Arts last Saturday of the month 2.30pm – 6pm Wymondham Fairland Hall, Fairland Hill NR18 0AW
FREE drop in sessions with professional musicians for ages 15-21 to jam, collaborate, perform, comedy and spoken word details here
Wymondham Young Voices Wednesday’s 5:45pm-6:30pm The Abbey Schoolroom, Church Street NR18 0PH
Fun singing with love music for all abilities details here
Kids Ukulele Classes Saturday’s The Abbey Schoolroom, Church Street NR18 0PH
Fantastic sessions with Gemma from IloveUke for ages 5 – 7 to learn Ukulele in a relaxed creative environment details and booking email gemma@iloveuke.co.uk
Lots more community groups and clubs for all ages here
Wymondham Arts September Programme FREE Art Exhibitions daily 11am – 4pm Becket’s Chapel, 2 Church Street NR18 0PH
Wymondham Art Society’s 45th anniversary Annual Exhibition 27 August – 1 September
Celebrating 45th anniversary with members’ artwork from the last year in all styles and mediums – paint, pastel and pencil. Over 100 paintings on sale plus original greetings cards and unframed work.
Making Waves 3-8 September
Using fabric, thread, yarn, paint, print and other media to capture and interpret the title in different of ways. Techniques range from conventional embroidery to contemporary use of materials demonstrating the unique mix of the group and variety of training, experience and backgrounds.
First Monday Creating A Moment 10 – 15 September
Eight photographers show giving a varied exhibition displaying many photographic genres and techniques.
Autumn Concerts from choirs, organ recitals, Wymondham Symphony Orchestra to ‘Requiem in a Day’ COME and SING WORKSHOP and CONCERT Join composer Matthew Coleridge for an inspiring and uplifting day of choral singing. Registration 9.30am, rehearsal 10.30 – 17.30 Performance 19.00 – 20.15 Workshop tickets are free – Audience tickets are £10 Book your workshop space and tickets here
Family Funday Sunday 1 September 11am – 5pm Wymondham Rugby Club Barnard Fields, off Bray Drive, Reeve Way NR18 0GQ
One last family day before the kids return with Wymondham RFC annual Family Funday.
Djembe and Percussion Workshop with Ubuntu Spirit 1 September 6-8pm The Abbey Schoolroom, Church Street NR18 0PH
Enjoy this two hour session of Djembe and the immense feeling of wellbeing through the mediative rhythms. Absolutely no experience required. Alex will guide you through this session and instruments will be provided. The focus of the evening will be a Nigerian celebration rhythm, bringing you into the present and simply enjoying the moment, book here
Holistic Wellbeing Evening: Rest, Restore, Renew Friday 6 September 6 – 9.30pm The Abbey Schoolroom, Church Street NR18 0PH
FREE Norfolk Heritage Open Days Friday 6 September – Sunday 15 September
Norfolk Heritage Open Days is England’s biggest festival of history and culture, and here in our fine county, we’re spoiled to have such a vast wealth of both! It’s the perfect activity for anyone into their history, especially locally:
Visit Mid Norfolk Railway’s Wymondham Abbey Station and discover just what was involved in getting trains back on the abandoned railway between Wymondham and Dereham – and now, in keeping it safely operational? And where does Wymondham Abbey Station fit in?
Short group guided tours of the Abbey on Friday 13th, Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th September, 11am, 12noon, 2pm & 3pm.
Bell Tower tours Sunday 15th September 1.30pm, 2.45pm & 4pm.
Spaces are limited so please book by sending your request to office@wymondhamabbey.org.uk
Film Club Thursday 12 September 7pm The Abbey Schoolroom, Church Street NR18 0PH
Comedy Night Friday 13 September 7.30pm Wymondham Rugby Club Barnard Fields, off Bray Drive, Reeve Way NR18 0GQ
‘Song Sung Blue’ Saturday 13 September 7.30pm – 9.45pm Wymondham Central Hall, 6A Back Lane NR18 0QB
Superb show which pays tribute to the illustrious and wide-ranging music and career of Neil Diamond. Celebrating 58 years since his first hit single and sales of over 130 million records, the show features hit after hit from Neil Diamond’s career, including Sweet Caroline, Cracklin’ Rosie, I’m a Believer, I Am… I Said and many more. ’Song Sung Blue’ is a love letter to Neil Diamond which will evoke memories of heyday performances from the 1960s, ‘70s and ‘80s, and will pull at both the feet and the heartstrings, promising to have Neil Diamond fans, old and new, singing along all night. Tickets £15, available from 01953 600563 or here
The Winterlong & Tom Mally Friday 20 September 7.30pm The Abbey Schoolroom, Church Street NR18 0PH
An evening with the most talented guitarists and vocals to touch the soul from original folk to alternative acoustic music with two unique folk acts. Expect intricate guitar playing on acoustics, 12 strings, mandolins, harmonica and soulful lyrics to accompany the heartfelt song writing. Singer songwriter Tom Mally’s influences are Bob Dylan, Van Morrison, Ray Lamontagne, The Dubliners and Christy Moore. Let his mesmerizing, and sometimes blistering guitar, lift, settle or move your mood to where ever you want it to go. EARLY BIRD TICKETS £5 here or £8 on the day.
Murder Mystery Night – A Western Way to Go Saturday 28 September 7pm The Abbey Schoolroom, Church Street, NR18 0PH
Howdy, partners it’s a Wild Western hoedown at That Little Norfolk Shop and Studio. It’s going to be quite the shindig with line dancing, country singing and…murder! The Sheriff is not in a party mood. He is hellbent on catching an outlaw that he believes to be present at the hoedown. Unfortunately, he has no idea what the outlaw looks like and there are a lot of shifty looking western folk, all with things they want to hide from the law. Will the Sheriff’s determination get him into trouble with the other cowboys? Or, will the Sheriff put an end to the outlaws torment? Either way, someone will face a western way to go…for good! A Western Way To Go Murder Mystery by Yellow Mysteries Entertainment – Murder Mystery Hosting Service. Interrogate the suspects, listen to clues and solve a murder whilst filling your boots with a fancy evening buffet and drinks from the bar saloon. So dig out your boots, checked shirts and cowboy hats (though dressing in costume is optional) and arrive by 7pm for a welcome fizz. £35 per person and includes a welcome prosecco or fruit juice and buffet. Saddle up and book your places. It is going to be quite the murderous hootenanny! Book here
Wymondham Farmers Market Saturday 21 September 9am – 1pm – Market Place
Award winning Norfolk producers and makers, the famous Sam Sharp to sharpen all your knives, blades and tools, our fantastic town of indie businesses, cute cafes, historic pubs and heritage to explore including the stunning Wymondham Abbey, Wymondham Heritage Museum, Historic Norfolk’s Becket’s Chapel and Mid Norfolk Railway heritage line at Wymondham Abbey Station, it’s so worth a special trip, you won’t go home empty handed!
Autumn Fair at Wymondham Garden Centre 21 Sewptember 9-4pm
Celebrate autumn with a fantastic day out at the annual Autumn Fair at Wymondham Garden Centre with over 30 local crafters and businesses offering unique handmade items. Whether you’re looking for gifts or just a great day out, we’ve got you covered! And remember, every purchase helps raise funds for the Wymondham Dementia Support Group.
Demystifying Poetry with Heidi Williamson Saturday 28th September 2-4pm Kett’s Books 11 Market Place NR18 0AS
Do you find modern poetry a bit puzzling? Or wish to know more about how the classics work? Or maybe you’d like tips and techniques to improve your own poems. In this fun, 2-hour workshop, you’ll look at some modern and some classic poems, read them aloud, discuss how they’re working, and talk about what makes a poem a poem. Come along and have your questions about poetry answered.
Wymondham-based poet Heidi Williamson has published three award-winning collections with Bloodaxe. She holds a Masters in Creative Writing from Oxford University and teaches for many UK arts organisations. Previously Royal Literary Fund Fellow at the University of East Anglia, she has also been Writer-in-Residence at the John Jarrold Printing Museum and Poet-in-Residence at the London Science Museum’s Dana Centre. Tickets here
Wymondham Town Centre Public Realm Improvement Project
Have your say. Help South Norfolk Council Public Realm Team understand more about Wymondham. About how you currently use it, and the issues and opportunities that you think it presents. Website here and survey here
FREE PET PORTRAIT OFFER for September & October
Capturing a portrait of your precious furry family member is one of the most important things you will ever do together. Our pets are more than just pets, they are our family and just like children, they grow up so fast. This is your opportunity to celebrate their life and your love for them, so that you never forget the magical bond you share together with a FREE Pet Portrait Experience is valued at £275 and includes: one hour pet portrait session, Personalised Presentation of your photographs – choose your wall art or product, £100 worth of studio credit to spend. The shoot can include you too. To book, please email info@belinda-buxton-photography.co.uk
These are just a few of our wonderful events in Wymondham – for more ideas check out our full list of What’s On and take a look at our See and Do page for even more information about activities and where to visit and our Food and Drink for where to eat!
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