The operator of the West Lynn ferry “can’t wait to get back” – and he is hoping people will support the important service once it returns after £100,000 worth of repairs. Skipper Ben Ellis said the service is coming back “stronger than ever” when it reopens – which a council official says will hopefully be
A group of Lynn parkrunners travelled to France to take part in what has become an annual pilgrimage to the Somme. The group took part in the challenging Somme Poppy Run on Saturday, July 12 – raising money for the RAF Benevolent Fund. Organised by parkrun event director Gary Walker, the run follows a route
The fate of the UK’s oldest working theatre is to be decided, with West Norfolk Council set to decide whether or not to borrow millions of pounds to cover the costs. The authority is potentially about to embark on a £30million restoration of the Guildhall in Lynn that aims to restore the venue and turn
The tears and laughter flowed in equal measure when family and friends gathered in a West Norfolk village church to say farewell to veteran bell ringer Wendy Twite. Variously described as a “one-off”, “local legend” and “colourful” personality, Wendy died on June 11, aged 92. She was perhaps best known for her 65 years of
The upper floor of a popular snooker hall could be converted into flats if plans are approved. An application has been submitted which could see the first floor of the Maltings Q Club in Lynn turned into six residential flats. A design and access statement says the ground floor would remain a snooker hall, with
Police have insisted they are “not hesitant to act” on traveller camps following claims officers have taken a “soft” approach. There have been multiple illegal encampments set up around West Norfolk in the last month, including at West Norfolk Rugby Club, Gaywood Park and Clenchwarton’s recreational ground. One Gaywood man, who has asked not to
A new souvenir range, inspired by a Lynn seed shop, is being launched, helping to raise funds and keep memories of the former business alive. Norfolk Museums Service has been working with twin brothers Jim and Bob Taylor to produce a new range of nostalgic souvenirs inspired by the colourful vintage designs of the seeds
A popular two-day musical event returns to a West Norfolk town this weekend. Folk in the Town, a festival showcasing traditional folk, Americana, folk rock, bluegrass and everything in between, will be back at King’s Staithe Square in Lynn on Saturday, July 19, and Sunday, July 20. Running from noon to 5pm on the Saturday
Two West Norfolk institutions have joined forces with the launch of a brand-new beer. Lynn Brewery has teamed up with Grimston Cricket Club to unveil Grimston Gold, a light, refreshing ale crafted to reflect the joy of a summer’s afternoon spent watching cricket in the Norfolk countryside. Brewed specially for the occasion, Grimston Gold has
A town players group is getting ready to “set sail” in an upcoming production. The King’s Lynn Players are taking on the classic roles in Titanic the musical, at the Alive Corn Exchange. This follows their “acclaimed” Sound of Music performance last November. The cast hopes to capture the “heart-breaking intimacy”. Director Sharon Fox has