Be More Mancroft

Norwich Market is older than the church beside it, and that single fact changes how you see the centre of the city. We start with the feel of July, those long holiday days that bring back cycling routes, camping adventures, and the simple joy of being outside, then we step straight into the bustle of the market to explore what 900 years of trading really means for Norwich today. I’m joined by Rach...

We welcome May with memories of Maypoles and then turn to the church rhythms that often land this month, from Ascension Day to Pentecost. We talk with churchwarden Jim Hughes about what the job really involves, why St Peter Mancroft matters to him, and the surprisingly funny realities of keeping a historic church safe and open.  • May traditions and what they celebrate in community life  • Ascensi...

Spring changes how we move through the world. The evenings stretch, the mornings brighten, and suddenly it feels possible to breathe a little deeper. We lean into that April mood at St Peter Mancroft, but we also follow it straight into the heart of the Christian year: Holy Week. We talk about why Holy Saturday matters, that strange in-between day after the cross and before resurrection, when ever...

Spring brings repairs in the north aisle, a scaffolding climb that reveals hidden craft, and a hopeful turn into Lent with a focus on service and giving. We meet a mason on site, hear from the Bishop’s chaplain about Papua New Guinea, and welcome children who turn the church into a place of discovery. • north aisle renovations with limewash and repair • hidden window discovery and metre-square wes...

What happens when two neighbouring churches decide to think bigger than their own walls? We gather with St Stephen’s in the heart of Norwich to prepare for Lent, swap stories from a thriving city café, and open a brave conversation about Christian nationalism—how faith can be misused to prop up identity politics, and how we can respond with humility, scripture, and neighbourly love. Edward sits do...

January asks us to breathe, so we do—taking stock of a bustling December and opening the door to slower, sturdier intentions. We trade brittle resolutions for honest check-ins: what did we start, what can we finish, and where do small acts make a cold month feel warmer? From there, the season’s tail—Christmas tide into Epiphany—becomes a living backdrop for stories of craft, care, and community. W...

We share the joy and work of a Mancroft Christmas, from wall-to-wall carols and Advent hope to the craft and care behind the church’s flowers and garlands. Along the way we hear from Diana in the flower cupboard and Robin backstage at the city lights, with stories of charity, creativity, and community. • Advent rhythms, carol services, and festive plans • Diana’s guide to Christmas arrangements an...

Edward and Judy contemplate Mancroft without Naomi Tuma who gives a lovely interview to Edward reflecting on her three and a half years at Mancroft.  Liz Magem has set up the Christmas Card shop and talks about its sixty years, and a man from Norwich accuses Edward of purveying his flock!  Still no decision on who Peter Mancroft was...

How to ward off spiders, harvest reminiscences. Alex Atherton talks about her welcomes and tours. Edward talks to a remarkable architect in his nineties - and we’re still no nearer to solving the ‘who was Peter Mancroft’ mystery.

Edward and Judy get together as we head into the new academic year. Edward discovers some interesting things talking to Director of Music Jody James in the choir library - he discovers a choirboy from the fifties visiting the last days of HIDDEN, and encourages Judy to remember her dancing days. And finally - we’ve unearthed a Peter Mancroft!

Edward and Judy continue their reflections on Peter Walker's HIDDEN and art in general.  And are we really going to have forty days of rain?

Flushed with success after the release of their trailer, Edward and Judy have rallied round to bring you their first full episode.  Of course, the focus is on HIDDEN, the art installation by Peter Walker.  Edward catches up with Project Leader Fiona Haworth to get her initial thoughts after the great reveal.  Banter between Edward and Judy - will Edward ever put anything in his envelope?  Will Jud...

Edward and Judy get together to discuss life in general and give a flavour of their upcoming podcast.