For hundred’s of years, Norwich was the second largest city in England but despite it being overtaken in size by many other cities, Norwich remains great in heart and character with many claims to fame, not least of which is that it is home to the oldest hotel in the UK, Maid’s Head Hotel, the site of which has been continuously used for hospitality since about 1090
Norfolk & Norwich Festival aims to power the arts and make the local area a truly great place to live, work, learn and play. Having run for over 250 years, this festival is a landmark of local culture, and aims to celebrate extraordinary artists and communities across Norfolk and Norwich to create unmissable experiences that have the potential to change lives. Their world class programme includes music, theatre, literature, visual arts, circus, dance and free outdoor events. Norwich & Norfolk Festival www.nnfestival.org.uk