10th September 2010

Ingworth Trosh

Ingworth

A demonstration of vintage farming machinery especially those used at harvest. Theshing corn with vintage equipment (troshing as we say in Norfolk) hence the name. the trosh takes place on harvest fields in the parish of Ingworth with all proceeds going to support Ingworth and Erpingham Churches. Static displays of vintage and ultra modern farm machinery as well as ploughing demonstrations, classic cars and motorcycles, East Coast Truckers, raptors, fire engine, stalls and refreshments.1-5pm £3/children free.

Contact: 01263761156

9th August 2010

Greasy Pole at Blakeney Regatta

Blakeney Quay

The famous Greasy Pole competition at Blakeney Regatta - watch contestants as they try to run, slide and crawl along the 30ft greasy pole - extremely entertaining! There is also a funfair on the hard and the local pubs are open to get a drink from and watch the evening unfold.

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Contact: joejcarr@hotmail.com

31st July 2010
to 8th August 2010

Wells Carnival

Wells-next-the-Sea

The ever popular Wells Carnival returns once more this year, events include 'gillying', catching crabs off a line at the quayside, a sandcastle competition and the traditional carnival parade with a carnival queen.

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Contact: wellscarnival@gmail.com

8th August 2010

Norfolk Dog Day

Sennowe Park, near Guist

The Norfolk Dog Day returns again this year after great success last year where a staggering £85,000 for Help for Heroes was raised.

Classes from “love me, love my dog” to “must have mutt” to “designer dog” will be among the categories at  this years event. As well as the inevitable high jinks in store, the day will again be raising money for Help for Heroes.

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Contact: info@norfolkdogday.co.uk

31st July 2010
to 1st August 2010

Jelly Festival

Compton Hall, South Creake

Jelly Festival returns this year with more bands, more stalls, more jelly and lots of fun!

Music ranging from Folk, Funk, Reggae, Jazz to Cossack and Live Dance.

Fun for all the family, with rides and activities for adults and children alike. Local food, local breweries, shops and bar.

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Contact: 01328 823 224

25th July 2010
to 1st August 2010

Patrick Boswell Exhibition

The Old Stables, Ringstead (adjacent The Gin Trap Inn)

Opens on Sunday 25th July at 10.00am and then is open daily 10-4 until Sunday 1st August  at 4.00pm.

 It will feature recent paintings of his favourite North Norfolk Coastal villages of Thornham, Burnham, Brancaster etc along with signed copies of his recently published book ‘Boswell’s Coast’ for sale.

Contact: 01953 600037

31st July 2010

Langham Street Fayre

Langham

Langham Street Fayre is a very popular event held every two years in Langham. The many stalls, entertainments, refreshments childrens games and exhibits attract a large crowd. All this is followed by a hog roast at the Bluebell Pub. Entry to the Fayre is free and there is plenty of parking. It promises to be a really fun day out for all the family!

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Contact: 01328 830 696

17th July 2010

World Snail Racing Championships

Congham cricket field

Snail racing is a fun event for young and old alike. For more than 25 years the World Snail Racing Championships have been held at Congham, near King's Lynn, in Norfolk.

The World record stands at 2 minutes over the 13 inches. It was set up in 1995 by a snail called Archie. The record can only be challenged at the World Championships at Congham.

Contact: info@snailracing.net