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Christmas 2011 with Norwich 12
Historic Norwich - a spectacular setting for an enchanting Christmas
Norwich is one of the great heritage cities in Europe, and Christmas is the perfect time of year to make the most of the amazing historic buildings around the city. The beautiful and rich heritage provides a unique backdrop and magical atmosphere to this season's festivities.
The Norwich 12 buildings are coming alive this winter with a special series of events, providing opportunities for shopping, eating, entertainment and getting creative - see the list below to find out what's happening.
Wintersongs 2011: Songs of Light and Dark
The Cathedral of St John the Baptist
Saturday, 3rd December 2011
Uplifting original seasonal music from The Voice Project choir and international jazz star Andy Sheppard. Starts 8pm.
Tickets £10 (£8.50 concessions)
Craft Activities for Christingle
Norwich Cathedral
Saturday, 3rd December 2011
Craft activities for children and families at 1.30pm, followed by Christingle Service at 3.30pm. No need to book, free admission
Medieval Christmas Market
Dragon Hall
Saturday, 3rd December 2011 10:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday, 4th December 2011 10:00am - 5:00pm
Admire the magnificent medieval trading hall in the company of costumed stallholders and period musicians at this popular annual event. With over thirty stalls selling toys, gifts, clothing, wreaths, food, jewellery, pottery, glass and much more. Enjoy a glass of mulled wine and food inspired by German Christmas markets.
Admission: Adults - £2.50; 5 to 16s - £1; Under 5s FREE
The Cloisteers Fair presents A Christmas Nostalgia
The Halls - St Andrew's and Blackfriars'
Sunday, 4th December 2011 10:00am - 4:00pm
More than 40 stalls selling all the antiques, collectables and vintage you need to recreate that old-fashioned Christmas you remember from your childhood. Fair café and bar also open.
Admission £1, U16s free
UEA Christmas Concert
The Halls - St Andrew's and Blackfriars'
Friday, 9th December 2011
UEA Symphony Orchestra and Choir with Conductors Tom Primrose and Sharon Andrea Choa
Vivaldi - Gloria
Vaughan - Williams Fantasia on Christmas Carols
With other festive works by Mathias, Rutter, Tavener.
Concert starts at 7.30pm, doors open 6.45pm. Tickets £4-£12 from www.ueaticketbookings.co.uk
Traditional Christmas Fair
The Assembly House
Saturday, 10th December 2011 10:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday, 11th December 2011 10:00am - 4:00pm
Looking for perfect present ideas and sensational stocking fillers? Then come along to the Christmas Fair at The Assembly House in mid-December for all sorts of gift ideas, delightful decorations and delicious treats. There'll be elegant floral wreaths, unique table arrangements, fabulous Christmas cakes, mince pies and Yule logs, as well as hand-made Christmas tree decorations to add that extra sparkle. See you there!
Sounds of Christmas
Norwich Castle
Saturday, 10th December 2011 10:00am - 4:30pm
A day of music with Norwich Community Choir, The CNS Students' Jazz Band and Voices Gospel Choir plus traditional Christmas craft activities for all the family.
Museum admission costs apply.
The Dragon Hall Vintage Christmas Ball
Dragon Hall
Saturday, 10th December 2011 7:00pm - 12:00am
A chance to put on your vintage gladrags and celebrate a retro Christmas at this yuletide extravaganza in the fantastic surroundings of medieval Dragon Hall. Get your feet tapping to music from the He-Hews (you've probably seen them busking outside Jarrold's), have a go at swing dancing lessons with Earl Harlam end enjoy war time jazz style songs from songstress Gill Dean.
DJ 78 will be playing an eclectic selection of popular music from the 20s to 50s rock n' roll as you enjoy a vintage street party style high tea lovingly prepared for you by the wonderful Biddy's Tea Room. Our vintage bar will be open selling a selection of drinks including spirits and real ale, and win prizes in our raffle.
Dress in whatever period style you like and start your Christmas celebrations with a bang.
£30 per person including welcome cocktail and high tea - tickets available from Dragon Hall and Biddy's Tea Room.
Family Christmas Carousel
Dragon Hall
Sunday, 11th December 2011 10:00am - 4:00pm
Visit our Victorian Father Christmas in his cosy Grotto at Dragon Hall. Enjoy carolling, festive medieval dancing, Saturnalia storytelling, mince pies and a warming brew of Dragon's Tipple ale or mulled wine in our 1950s vintage Christmas bar. Children will get the chance to get crafty making Christmas decorations from past centuries and be treated to a warm glass of kid-friendly Wassail!
Bookings taken for Father Christmas on Arrival.
Special Seasonal Admission Price: Adults £4.00, Children (3-16) £3.00, Under 3s Free
£5 per child to visit Father Christmas and receive a Christmas present
Refreshments and snacks available
Christmas Carol Concert
Norwich Cathedral
Saturday, 17th December 2011
Carol concert sung by the Cathedral Consort choir. Concert starts at 7.30pm
Tickets from Norwich Cathedral shop
Swing into Christmas
The Forum
Sunday, 18th December 2011 7:30pm - 10:00pm
Jonathan Wyatt and his Big Band raise the roof of The Forum with well-known jazz, Christmas favourites and dancehall classics. A toe-tapping evening of seasonal nostalgia guaranteed to put you in a festive mood!
The Atrium 7.30-10pm
Tickets £12.50 (£10.50 concessions)
Theatre Royal Box Office call 01603 630000
Christmas Dining Tickets are available for the Pizza Express Bridge, to book please call Theatre Royal Box Office 01603 630000
Christmas Collaborative Art Exhibition
The Forum
Friday, 23rd December 2011 to Sunday, 1st January 2012 9:00am - 5:00pm
An exciting mix of high quality, orignal artworks by Norfolk and Suffolk artists. Enjoy a collection of work using a variety of mediums. A Christmas show guaranteed to be memorable.
THE ATRIUM, 9am-5pm
Please note The Forum is closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day
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