Community Connectors

Rhys Ifans and Laura Linney star in Onwards and Sideways, a film directed and shot in locations across North Norfolk.  Rhys plays Tony, a school teacher who, like Laura's character Emma, receives a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease.  Onwards and Sideways will be in UK cinemas from 6 November 2026 and available on BBC iplayer shortly afterwards.  Expect to laugh and cry as you watch and keep your ey...

There are four key categories of scams: doorstep, telephone, online and postal. Whatever the format, scams are organised by criminals who are seeking to extract information and ultimately money. Scammers prey on our vulnerabilities and human emotions. They may appear to be a reputable organisation offering a solution to a problem, but it's important to check that they are who they say they are. No...

Norfolk Lowland Search and Rescue support emergency services in finding high risk, vulnerable people.  This team of highly skilled volunteers respond 24hrs a day, 7 days a week when needed somewhere in Norfolk.  All volunteers undergo 6 months of rigorous training in how to search, use communication equipment and deliver first aid.  Further specialist training for the water, underwater, dog handli...

Lived experience members of the Norfolk Drug and Alcohol Partnership highlighted concerns that people weren't aware of the risks associated with ketamine use.  This, coupled with an increase in ketamine related harm, has led to the creation of https://knowthesigns.info/ketamine/ and an awareness campaign to inform of the signs and dangers of ketamine use.  The website includes information on suppo...

The Healthy Ageing campaign encourages us all to be active, feel connected and protect our health.  It's about taking small steps to look after ourselves with the aim of living well for longer.  There's lots of advice on www.norfolk.gov.uk/HealthyAgeing about how to do this.  So, whether it's getting off the bus one stop earlier, volunteering at your local library or making sure you have your 5 a...

Felbrigg Hall and Gardens is one of the National Trust properties in North Norfolk.  The beautiful 17th century house which is set in 580 acres of parkland welcomes visitors all year round.  In addition to its cafe and bookshop, Felbrigg offers many activities and has recently expanded its portfolio to include Walk Felbrigg.  Following a successful trial in January, Walk Felbrigg officially launch...

Norfolk RecoveryFest will take place on Saturday 22 August 2026 from 10am to 4pm at The Forum in Norwich.  It's the first of its kind and promises to be fun, welcoming, reflective and informative.  There will be entertainment (face painting, circus acts and live music), an art exhibition and the opportunity to chat with people and seek support and advice.  Norfolk RecoveryFest has been created in...

Walking with the Wounded offer mental health, employment and wrap around, holistic support to veterans and their families.  It's 15 years since Ed Parker, Simon Daglish, Prince Harry and colleagues completed their first expedition to the North Pole and to celebrate, Walking with the Wounded have a number of fundraising events planned.  They have also recently published their 2025 impact report whi...

Reed Wellbeing have been awarded the contract to deliver Smokefree Norfolk for the next 3-5 years. Their specialist level 3 coaches offer a personalised approach to empower people to stop smoking. The Norfolk Health Checks Reed Wellbeing provide for people aged 40-74yrs will be ceasing on 31 December 2026 so do book in now to ensure you know how to make small changes to your lifestyle to be a heal...

Veterans Central is based at the station headquarters in West Raynham, NR21 7PL and supports veterans, emergency services personnel, the farming community and their families.  Based on the 4 Cs - coffee, cake, conversation and company - everyone receives a warm welcome and finds their sense of purpose.  People can help out with the ongoing renovations, tend the garden, restore heritage items, rese...

Kris developed a passion for swimming as a child and as an adult describes the hydrostatic pressure of water as being like a hug - excellent for regulating his ADHD. Encouraged by a friend to take the leap and do something he loves, Kris is now the Inclusive Education Specialist, SEND Aquatics & SEND Advocate at Fox Education & Advocacy. His lessons are person-centric, full of fun and inno...

Connect to Work supports people aged 18yrs and up who live in Norfolk to find and stay in employment. Building on the success of the Working Well pilot, Connect to Work launched at the end of 2025. It's a person-centric programme which supports people experiencing barriers - such as mental or physical ill health, neurodiversity, disability, refugees, care leavers, survivors of domestic abuse and c...

In late 2025 having identified a need to combat social isolation and loneliness in Melton Constable and inspired by a visit to the Bircham Centre, The Melton Pot was born.  Volunteers have worked together to transform an empty shop into a cosy community cafe which is open Wednesday-Saturday 10am to 2pm.  Everyone receives a warm welcome at The Melton Pot which operates on a "pay as you wish" basis...

This week on Community Connectors, we’re joined by the team from Everyone Active North Norfolk to explore their brand-new Move More Membership—a programme designed to make health and fitness more accessible for everyone. We chat with GP Exercise Referral Coordinator John Fowler, Membership Advisor Rachel Keceli, and Swim Manager Lisa Bearne about breaking down barriers to exercise, building confid...

In this important and powerful episode of Community Connectors, host Catherine is joined by Susannah Armstrong-Cobb, Communications Officer at the Norfolk Community Safety Partnership, to talk about the Exploitation Awareness Campaign and why it matters to all of us. Together, they unpack what exploitation really is, why it is often hidden, and how it can affect anyone, anywhere — children, young...