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Parks & Heaths in the City

Where Parks are Situated in Norwich City

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Castle Gardens   Castle Green    Chapelfield Gardens   Cow Tower    Earlham Park    Eaton Park

Harford Park    Heartsease Towers    Heigham Park    Jubilee Park  Mousehold Heath    Pilling Park

Sewell Park    Sloughbottom Park    Wensum Park    Waterloo Park

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Castle Gardens.- Whiffler Theatre situated at the side of Norwich Castle (in the moat).

The Whiffler Comedy Night  on the 9th July from 8pm until 10pm (over 18s only).
    Contact: Tourist Information Centre on 01603 213999
    Cost: £7.50, (£6 Go 4less) in advance - £10 at the door. On site bar - no other alcohol allowed.

Outdoor Theatre - Cost: free
    Crude Apache presents: The Chalk Hill Gang at 2:30pm on Sunday 12th July and at 7pm on Friday 24th July
        "Your dog has eaten your homework, your science project has exploded and your robot is running riot - it's just another day at Chalk Hill School! High School Musical meets the Bash Street Kids in Crude Apache's hilarious new musical comedy"

Bandstand Concert
    Sunday 9th Aug at 3pm - Norfolk Reeds Clarinet Quartet.

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Castle Green - Same level as castle entrance gates.

Outdoor Cinema
Friday 10th July at 10pm. Outdoor Cinema: Ghost Busters (PG).
     There will be a short film made by young people at 9:50pm.
    Tickets £3.50, Go 4less £3 in advance from Tourist Information Centre £5 at the door.

Childplay Outdoor Theatre (Supported by Marsh Ltd) Language interpreter.
    Free outdoor theatre for children
     Fridays (Waterloo Park), Saturdays (Castle Green) and Sundays (Eaton Park) from Friday 31st July to Sun 30th Aug.

 Saturday 1st August at 3pm - 'The Magic Circus'. Presented by Magic Carpet Theatre.
            Saturday 8th August at 3pm - 'Goldilocks and How Many Bears'. Presented by Krazy Kat Theatre Co.
            Saturday 15th August at 3pm - 'The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse'. Presented by Openwide Theatre.
            Saturday 22nd August at 3pm - 'Raisa and the Baba Jaga'. Presented by Pendle Theatre.
            Saturday 29th August at 3pm - 'Pass the Buck-et'. Presented by Foolhardy Circus Clowns..

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Chapelfield Gardens - 100 metres from the Theatre Royal, Norwich.

These gardens are in the heart of the city - toddlers play area - cafe - band stand.
 Events staged though-out the year.

Bandstand Concerts at 3pm
Sunday 28th June - Norfolk Wherry Brass..
Sunday 19July - Cawston Band
Sunday 2nd August - Norwich City Concert Band.
Sunday 27th Sept at 2pm - Bandstand Marathon.

    Saturday 11th July - from 11an until midnight

             Funfair.

        12noon until 4pm - Face painting, circus skills and Punch & Judy.
        1pm until 4pm - Hot City Sounds - BBC Norfolk introducing... is hosting an afternoon of music from local bands.
        7pm - Hewett Soul & Reggae Band.
        8pm until 10pm. RDG Beautiful music for beautiful people.
        9:30pm until 10:15pm & 10:40pm until 11:45pm - The Magic of Motown.

    Sunday 12th July - from 12noon until 7pm

          Funfair

                
         12noon until 6pm for children - big bubbles, face painting, circus skills and Punch & Judy
         12:30pm until 7pm - Sun Lovin' Music.
         1:30pm - The Worm. Unique brand of 21st century - Mali-reggae-garage.
         2:40pm - Bee 2. One of Britain's most inventive bhangra musicians.
         3:50pm - Uncle Frank. Ex Fun Lovin' Criminals legend presents his technicoloured show
         5:10pm - The Destroyers. Fifteen piece 'anarchic gypsy-punk orchestra.
         6:20pm - Saravah Soul. Eight piece Afro-Brazilian funk band.

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Cow Tower - behind the Cathedral, near the river. (Hit by a cannon-ball during Kett's revolution)

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Earlham Park - near the University of East Anglia, Watton Road, Norwich.

A park with the River Yare running through it - popular open space for walking, with a riverside path to the UEA -
 venue for open-air events and Hot Air Balloons taking off at certain times of the year. Cafe.

    Sparks in the Park - Saturday 7th November 5pm until 10pm
                No parking on site this year except for blue badge holders
                No fireworks, sparklers, glass bottles, alcohol or dogs allowed into the park during the event.

Programme
          6:30pm - Children's fireworks
            6:45pm until 7:30pm - Guy Fawkes celebration
            8:30pm - The Big Bang Fireworks. 10pm - Close

Pre-Sales Outlet Bookings: up to Friday 6th Nov..
    Contact: Tourist Information on 01603 213999. (Fee charged for credit card payment).
    Union of UEA students on 01603 508050. (booking fee charged).
    The Mall 'Ask Me Point' Level 2 on 01603 766430
    Sainsbury's Supermarkets (Customer Service Desk) at:
             Queen's Road - 01603 763 763600.
             Longwater - 01603 741655, Pound Lane - 01603 300023.
             City Hall Cashiers (19th Oct until 6th Nov) - 0844 980 3333.

Getting there
    First Buses
Service 25 and 35 departures from all normal stops, including Thorpe railway station, Castle Meadow, St Stephens St, to and from the event. Buy a Sparks ticket in advance, show it to the driver and get a reduced bus fare.
    Costessey Park & Ride operated by Konectbus
The service will operate to and from the event from 5pm. Return fares, adult £2.50, child £1.50 (aged 5 to15). Pay on the bus not at the machines.

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Eaton Park - South Park Avenue, Norwich

Bandstand Concerts at 3pm
        Sunday 7th June - The Taverham Band
        Sunday 21st June - The Dereham Band
        Sunday 12th July - Pavilion Big Band
        Sunday 16th Aug - The Cawston Band

Outdoor Theatre 23rd July - Cost: free
    Crude Apache presents: The Chalk Hill Gang at 7pm
        "Your dog has eaten your homework, your science project has exploded and your robot is running riot - it's just another day at Chalk Hill School! High School Musical meets the Bash Street Kids in Crude Apache's hilarious new musical comedy". Bring a blanket and some food

Childplay Outdoor Theatre (Supported by Marsh Ltd) Language interpreter.
    Free outdoor theatre for children
     Fridays (Waterloo Park), Saturdays (Castle Green) and Sundays (Eaton Park) from Friday 31st July to Sun 30th Aug.
        Sunday 2nd August at 11am - 'The Magic Circus'. Presented by Magic Carpet Theatre. Ages 3-11. (1hr).
        Sunday 9th August at 11am - 'Goldilocks and How Many Bears'. Presented by Krazy Kats Theatre Co. Ages 3-7. (50mins).
        Sunday 16th August at 11am - 'The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse'. Presented by Openwide Theatre. Ages 3-10. (1hr).
        Sunday 23rd August at 11am - 'Raisa and the Baba Yaga'. Presented by Pendle Productions. Ages 4-94. (1hr).
        Sunday 30th August at 11am - 'Pass the Buck-et'. Presented by Foolhardy Circus Clowns. 4-104. (50mins).

KidZone - children must be accompanied by an adult with some activities requiring their consent.
Wednesday 19th August from 11am until 4pm - for children up to 12years old.
    Big bugs, arts, bush-craft, bubbles crafts, circus workshops, dance, music workshops, face painting, puppets, treasure hunting, Punch and Judy, stage make-up.

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Harford Park - Tuckswood, Norwich

No details of the park at the moment.

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Heartsease Towers - Heartsease, Norwich 2008

KidZone - children must be accompanied by an adult with some activities requiring their consent.
Wednesday 29th July from 11am until 4pm - for children up to 12years old.
    Big bugs, arts, bush-craft, bubbles crafts, circus workshops, dance, music workshops, face painting, puppets, treasure hunting, Punch and Judy, stage make-up.

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Heigham Park - Recreation Rd, Norwich, NR2 3PA

Punch and Judy - Tuesday 28th July at 2pm

Outdoor Theatre 16th July - Cost: free
    Crude Apache presents: The Chalk Hill Gang at 7pm. Bring food and a blanket.
        "Your dog has eaten your homework, your science project has exploded and your robot is running riot - it's just another day at Chalk Hill School! High School Musical meets the Bash Street Kids in Crude Apache's hilarious new musical comedy". Bring a blanket and some food.

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Jubilee Park

       Punch and Judy - Thursday 13th August at 11am

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Mousehold Heath - Band Stand on Gurney Road.
From railway-station, over traffic lights, down Riverside Road and keep going straight at the roundabout until you enter the woods. Band-stand on the right.

Brass Bands
Sunday 26th July - Dereham Band.
Sunday 23rd August - Top Brass Quintet.

Mad About Mousehold
    The Fountain Ground Mousehold Heath, Gurney Rd - Sunday 26th July from 11am until 5pm.
        Explore what's on offer on the heath. The Mousehold Heath Defenders invite you to their family fun day: Guided walks, displays, refreshments,
Punch & Judy and face painting. Contact: 01603 413278.

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Pilling Park - Harvey Lane / Pilling Park Road

    KidZone - children must be accompanied by an adult with some activities requiring their consent.
Wednesday 5th August from 11am until 4pm - for children up to 12years old.
    Big bugs, arts, bush-craft, bubbles crafts, circus workshops, dance, music workshops, face painting, puppets, treasure hunting, Punch and Judy, stage make-up.

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Sewell Park

 Punch and Judy -Thursday 6th August at 2pm

Multi-cultural Day - Sunday 6th September
        Discover the beauty of Sewell Park, meet the people who live nearby and have some fun. Stalls and entertainment. If you would like to be involved, please contact Julie Brociek-Coulton on 01603 470652 / 07786 694325.

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Sloughbottom Park - Drayton Road. (on the left before reaching the outer ring road).
    Large open area for group games e.g. football, cricket, baseball - plus several children's play areas. Norwich BMX track (several lanes). Park leads down to the river where it interconnects with cycle and walking paths.
   

KidZone - children must be accompanied by an adult with some activities requiring their consent.
Wednesday 26th August from 11am until 4pm - for children up to 12years old.
    Big bugs, arts, bush-craft, bubbles crafts, circus workshops, dance, music workshops, face painting, puppets, treasure hunting, Punch and Judy, stage make-up.

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Waterloo Park - situated between Angel Road and Aylsham Road.

Well equipped children's play-area with paddling pool - sports facilities - tennis, putting, bowls -
country's longest herbaceous border.

Bandstand Concerts at 3pm
        Sunday 14th June - Hellesdon and Sprowston Band.
        Sunday 5th July - Broadland Brass.

Outdoor Theatre 15th July - Cost: free
                        Crude Apache presents: The Chalk Hill Gang at 7pm
        "Your dog has eaten your homework, your science project has exploded and your robot is running riot - it's just another day at Chalk Hill School! High School Musical meets the Bash Street Kids in Crude Apache's hilarious new musical comedy". Bring a blanket and some food.

Childplay Outdoor Theatre (Supported by Marsh Ltd) Language interpreter.
    Free outdoor theatre for children
     Fridays (Waterloo Park), Saturdays (Castle Green) and Sundays (Eaton Park) from Friday 31st July to Sun 30th Aug.
        Friday 31st July at 3pm - 'The Magic Circus'. Magic Carpet Co.
        Friday 7th August at 3pm - 'Goldilocks and How Many Bears'. Krazy Kat Theatre Co..
        Friday 14th August at 3pm - 'The Town Mouse and The Country Mouse. Open Wide Theatre.
        Friday 21st August at 3pm - 'Raisa and the Baba Yaga'. Pendle Productions.
        Friday 28th August at 3pm - 'Pass the Buck-et'. Foolhardy Circus Clowns.

KidZone - children must be accompanied by an adult with some activities requiring their consent.
        Wednesday 12th August from 11am until 4pm - for children up to 12years old.
            Big bugs, arts, bush-craft, bubbles crafts, circus workshops, dance, music workshops, face painting, puppets, treasure hunting, Punch and Judy, stage make-up.

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Wensum Park - Drayton Road - Children's play-area and  paddling pool - riverside setting.

        Punch and Judy
            Tuesday 18th August at 2pm

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