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Phil Nolan on an expedition.

Gorillas in the mist - meet the Norfolk man getting up close to silverbacks

Alex Crossley and her three dogs, from left to right: Mr. Bear, Mr. Atlas, Alex and Miss Bella

Alex Crossley and her three dogs, from left to right: Mr. Bear, Mr. Atlas, Alex and Miss Bella

Dramatic Norfolk sea rescue is turned into childrens book

Thelma Torr reading the script for her current play at home in Holt

Thelma Torr reading the script for her current play at home in Holt

Meet the 'Judi Dench' of North Norfolk set to take to the stage aged 92

The Stalham U9s football team has won every game this season.

The Stalham U9s football team has won every game this season.

Norfolk football team sweeps title in 'invincible' first season together

Wilmot Ching with his great grandson Franklin who shares the same birthday with him.

Wilmot Ching with his great grandson Franklin who shares the same birthday with him.

Norfolk man meets great grandson for first time on 100th birthday

A campaign group is calling for a skatepark to be built in Holt.

A campaign group is calling for a skatepark to be built in Holt.

Locals fight for ambitious plans to build skatepark in Norfolk's 'poshest' town

Aldborough Cricket Club has formed its first ladies' team in more than 200 years.

Aldborough Cricket Club has formed its first ladies' team in more than 200 years.

Norfolk cricket club forms ladies' team for first time in more than 200 years

Sheringham golfer Paul Innocent (right) alongside his caddie and guide Rob Linge after their ‘team effort’ led to ISPS US Blind Golf Open glory.

Sheringham golfer Paul Innocent (right) alongside his caddie and guide Rob Linge after their ‘team effort’ led to ISPS US Blind Golf Open glory.

Norfolk man who lost most of his sight wins major golf tournament

Iceni Archers move on to Worstead

Iceni Archers move on to Worstead

Archery club ready to welcome fresh members after securing new home

Vicky Curtis-Cresswell and her husband, Dale, have been waiting for more than a year

Vicky Curtis-Cresswell and her husband, Dale, have been waiting for more than a year

Winner of £6m Omaze house in Norfolk to get the keys more than A YEAR late

Two missing Doctor Who episodes have been found from 1965. They feature William Hartnell (left), the first incarnation of the Doctor, alongside assistant Steven Taylor, played by Peter Purves (right).

Two missing Doctor Who episodes have been found from 1965. They feature William Hartnell (left), the first incarnation of the Doctor, alongside assistant Steven Taylor, played by Peter Purves (right).

'It is good as Norwich winning the FA Cup': Fans' joy at surprise discovery

Tony Andrews, who was a flood warden in Walcott, has been remembered in the village with a new road named after him.

Tony Andrews, who was a flood warden in Walcott, has been remembered in the village with a new road named after him.

'Genuine, caring' flood warden has road named after him in Norfolk village

Johnny Grimley, the owner of The Art House Café in Cromer, has shared his experience as a drummer in the band Acid Reign.

Johnny Grimley, the owner of The Art House Café in Cromer, has shared his experience as a drummer in the band Acid Reign.

Meet the man who is a café owner by day and thrash metal band drummer by night

Cromer and Sheringham unite in a bid to become the first-ever UK Town of Culture.

Cromer and Sheringham unite in a bid to become the first-ever UK Town of Culture.

Rival towns join forces in bid to win £3m prize in UK-wide competition

Photographer David Morris captures the behind the scenes of the Cromer Pier Christmas Show.

Photographer David Morris captures the behind the scenes of the Cromer Pier Christmas Show.

Photographer captures 'darker' shots behind the scenes of popular show

Louisa Flynn, at Lloyd Court in High Kelling, has marked her 100th birthday.

Louisa Flynn, at Lloyd Court in High Kelling, has marked her 100th birthday.

'Sharp-minded' centenarian shares her secret to a long and fruitful life

Gareth Davies, Coastguard Rescue Officer (CRO) in Sheringham, has been recognised for a lifesaving rescue.

Gareth Davies, Coastguard Rescue Officer (CRO) in Sheringham, has been recognised for a lifesaving rescue.

Hero coastguard who saved woman stuck in rocks off Norfolk coast given top award

Cromer author Bob Able, inspired by a 2019 cancer diagnosis, releases crime novel The Murder In Manilla

Cromer author Bob Able, inspired by a 2019 cancer diagnosis, releases crime novel The Murder In Manilla

Man writing crime novels after cancer diagnosis publishes his 17th book

Wroxham FC chairman James Blower, left, and Hopestead fundraising manager Chris Elliott ahead of the Redbridge clash

Wroxham FC chairman James Blower, left, and Hopestead fundraising manager Chris Elliott ahead of the Redbridge clash

Chance to win free tickets for Wroxham FC match

The Manor House in North Walsham has celebrated an extraordinary milestone as four of the residents turn 100.

The Manor House in North Walsham has celebrated an extraordinary milestone as four of the residents turn 100.

Care home celebrates not just one 100th birthday... but FOUR

A soft play area in Sheringham is set to reopen after a major refurbishment.

A soft play area in Sheringham is set to reopen after a major refurbishment.

Soft play area to reopen after major refurbishment

The filming of the BBC TV series Strike on the Cromer beach.

The filming of the BBC TV series Strike on the Cromer beach.

Sneak peak into hit BBC crime drama with scenes filmed in Norfolk

A Lioness star has been training at the Victory Swim and Fitness Centre in North Walsham.

A Lioness star has been training at the Victory Swim and Fitness Centre in North Walsham.

Lioness star spotted training in Norfolk gym over winter break

Nia Heycocks, parish nurse at The Salvation Army in Sheringham, has been awarded the Queen's Nurse title. Pictured is Ms Heycocks and Karen Bonner MBE, chief nurse for London.

Nia Heycocks, parish nurse at The Salvation Army in Sheringham, has been awarded the Queen's Nurse title. Pictured is Ms Heycocks and Karen Bonner MBE, chief nurse for London.

Nurse at heart of Norfolk community 'honoured' after getting Queen status award

Sheringham New Year's Day Dip is set to return for 2026. Pictured is the town's dip in 2024.

Sheringham New Year's Day Dip is set to return for 2026. Pictured is the town's dip in 2024.

Defiant swimmers to brave the wintery North Sea as popular seaside dip returns

Paul Watling, who is retiring at Cromer after 40 years with the RNLI, 20 years at Cromer.

Paul Watling, who is retiring at Cromer after 40 years with the RNLI, 20 years at Cromer.

'Irreplaceable' lifeboat coxswain and mechanic steps down after 40 years

Marsham WI marks 110 years with gift to village hall

Marsham WI marks 110 years with gift to village hall

WI marks 110 years with commemorative gift

Cynthia meets young rugby players

Cynthia meets young rugby players

Care home resident Cynthia enjoys day out at rugby

Visitors to beaches in Norfolk have been hit with maritime data roaming charges

Visitors to beaches in Norfolk have been hit with maritime data roaming charges

Norfolk's new seaside tax? Beachgoers hit with surprise 'maritime' roaming charges

Ben Stuchbury decided to compete in the Cromer Tennis Tournament barefoot

Ben Stuchbury decided to compete in the Cromer Tennis Tournament barefoot

Barefoot druid competes in coastal tennis tournament

The Cromer Miniature Railway has officially opened to the public

The Cromer Miniature Railway has officially opened to the public

Seaside town's new miniature railway steams into action

The Trimingham church

The Trimingham church

New pilgrimage trail created in North Norfolk

Former RNLI helmsman, 96, returns to helm on Blakeney’s wheelchair-accessible boat Poppy

Former RNLI helmsman, 96, returns to helm on Blakeney’s wheelchair-accessible boat Poppy

RNLI helmsman, 96, takes to the waves on wheelchair-accessible boat

Volunteers are working to re-open a Second World War gun battery

Volunteers are working to re-open a Second World War gun battery

Volunteers dig deep to reopen Second World War gun battery

Members of Sheringham Walking Football Club

Members of Sheringham Walking Football Club

How walking football is proving a hit in town

Lauren Hemp surprised Lily and Charlie Turner at their home

Lauren Hemp surprised Lily and Charlie Turner at their home

WATCH: Lioness star stuns young fan with surprise garden visit

Lauren Hemp has had a Sanders bus named after her

Lauren Hemp has had a Sanders bus named after her

Town comes out in thousands to celebrate Lioness Euros hero

Terry and Maria from Wymondham, who installed 14 solar panels and battery storage through Solar Together, share their positive experience.

Terry and Maria from Wymondham, who installed 14 solar panels and battery storage through Solar Together, share their positive experience.

Norfolk residents installing solar panels through council-backed scheme

Suranne Jones plays a fictional British prime minister in her first Netflix project, Hostage

Suranne Jones plays a fictional British prime minister in her first Netflix project, Hostage

BAFTA-winning actress speaks of her love for Norfolk town

The rocking horse has been returned to North Walsham Memorial Park

The rocking horse has been returned to North Walsham Memorial Park

Beloved 1960s playground horse back where it belongs

Volunteers and trustees are desperately needed for the Stalham Firehouse Museum

Volunteers and trustees are desperately needed for the Stalham Firehouse Museum

'Norfolk's Little Gem' museum fears closure unless more volunteers step forward

North Walsham winger Lauren Hemp celebrated with her fellow Lionesses following their Euros win

North Walsham winger Lauren Hemp celebrated with her fellow Lionesses following their Euros win

Lego mad Lioness parties until 4am as hometown reacts to Euros win

Debbie Thompson and Jim Ramshaw

Debbie Thompson and Jim Ramshaw

Youth production given helping hand

The ramp leading down to East Runton Beach

The ramp leading down to East Runton Beach

'Super slippery' slope is putting visitors off north Norfolk beach

Cromer RNLI newly appointed Chair - Paul Jeffries (centre) and John Redmond Lifeboat Operations Manager (left) and Paul Watling (right) Coxswain/mechanic

Cromer RNLI newly appointed Chair - Paul Jeffries (centre) and John Redmond Lifeboat Operations Manager (left) and Paul Watling (right) Coxswain/mechanic

New chairman at lifeboat station announced

Steam Engine Annie running at Whitwell and Reepham Railway Station in 2009. Pictured: blowing the guards whistle is Matthew Hipperson.

Steam Engine Annie running at Whitwell and Reepham Railway Station in 2009. Pictured: blowing the guards whistle is Matthew Hipperson.

Heritage railway rallies to save historic steam engines

Sam Richmond has been given permission to re-open his kayak rental business in Sheringham

Sam Richmond has been given permission to re-open his kayak rental business in Sheringham

Self-service kayak rental returns after safety shutdown

John Rampling (third left) has been awarded a BEM in the King's Birthday Honours

John Rampling (third left) has been awarded a BEM in the King's Birthday Honours

Charity kayaker and former headmistress awarded in King's Birthday Honours

Free trips on North Norfolk Community Transport buses

Free trips on North Norfolk Community Transport buses

Charity bus service celebrates 25th anniversary with free trips

Heath Lodge Care Home in Holt makes scarecrow of staff member

Heath Lodge Care Home in Holt makes scarecrow of staff member

Care home turns gardening challenge into cheerful tribute

Mannington Hall has been sold to the Ellis family

Mannington Hall has been sold to the Ellis family

Historic Norfolk estate changes hands for first time in nearly 300 years

Stormy Stan will make an appearance

Stormy Stan will make an appearance

All you need to know ahead of Cromer RNLI Lifeboat Day

Johnathon (front, right) on the final stage of his walk to Hunstanton lifeboat station with family, friends and supporters

Johnathon (front, right) on the final stage of his walk to Hunstanton lifeboat station with family, friends and supporters

Eight-year-old completes 60-mile walk for lifeboat charity

Resurfacing works are to begin on Links Avenue in Cromer

Resurfacing works are to begin on Links Avenue in Cromer

Thirteen weeks of roadworks to start in coastal town