Shining a light on our local community groups to promote engagement, wellbeing and reduce isolation.
Get ready to discover more about our local area as we bring you closer to the people, places, and activities that make our community shine!
Each fortnight we will be shining a light on the possibilities right on your doorstep in Norwich.
From gardening clubs to dance classes, theatre groups, and board game nights there’s something for everyone to get involved in
Whether you’re looking for a new hobby, making connections with others, improving your mental health or simply seeking some good old-fashioned fun.
Meet the passionate individuals behind the scenes, hear their inspiring stories, and learn how you can join in!
New editions will be uploaded fortnightly to this page. Plus you can tune in to Breakfast, Drive, Norwich Today and Saturday Brunch.
Supported by the East of England Co-op
If you’re part of a group in Norwich and would like it to be featured, please contact our Station Manager at d.tucker@futureradio.co.uk
1. Threshold Theatre Company
Threshold are a Norwich based amateur dramatics group who put on an annual show. We went to their rehearsal for their production of Sweeney Todd. As you’ll hear, you don’t need to be an actor or a singer to join in. You can find out more about Threshold here.
2. Grapes Hill Community Garden
Grapes Hill Community Garden is a small garden looked after by the Grapes Hill Community Garden Group. They hold events regularly and invite others to volunteer to take part in events and help look after the garden. You find out more about the garden here.
3. Stitch and Chat
Find out about Catton Grove’s Community Centre’s ‘Stitch and Chat’ as we hear from the lovely members about why you should head on over to start stitching and make some friends along the way. You can find out more here.
4. Black Dog Music Project
The Black Dog Music Project is a user led and run charity which enables people in and around Norwich who experience mental health challenges to discover a passion for music. Sarah Maher attended one of their sessions to talk with them and find out more. You can check out their website here.
5. Menscraft
We find out about Menscraft and the great work and activites they do to help support men who are going through difficulties with the aim of improving their wellbeing and self-worth. Henry Miller, went along to one of their ‘Pitstop’ groups to find out more. Visit their website here.
