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Norfolk brewery celebrates 2,000th brew and 5 million pints

Norfolk brewery celebrates 2,000th brew and 5 million pints

A brewery is celebrating its 2,000th brew and creating more than five million pints as its plans to relocate to larger premises gather pace.

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Cold War-era replica jet gifted to former Norfolk airbase

Cold War-era replica jet gifted to former Norfolk airbase

A former Norfolk air base has acquired a replica of a one-of-a-kind fighter jet.

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Housing plans for 'redundant' village land approved despite objections

Housing plans for 'redundant' village land approved despite objections

Plans to build up to two homes in a village between Dereham and Swaffham have been approved.

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New town railway bridge to be fast-tracked as plans approved

New town railway bridge to be fast-tracked as plans approved

A new two-way bridge over a Dereham railway line is set to be completed earlier than planned.

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Country club celebrates major transformation

Country club celebrates major transformation

A village country club has welcomed visitors to its stylish new hall following a major revamp.

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Size of units that could replace former Lidl in Norfolk town unveiled

Size of units that could replace former Lidl in Norfolk town unveiled

The size of the new units that could replace a former Lidl in Dereham has been unveiled.

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Two people treated for smoke inhalation after major house fire

Two people treated for smoke inhalation after major house fire

Two people were treated for the effects of inhaling smoke after a major fire in a Norfolk town.

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Couple launches fight to build new homes after planning bid refused

Couple launches fight to build new homes after planning bid refused

A planning fight has been launched to build three new homes in a village near Dereham.

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Café and farm shop to open on site of former nursery

Café and farm shop to open on site of former nursery

A new café and farm shop will be opening on the site of a former nursery.

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Vintage country clothing shop launches at 'well-loved' village pub

Vintage country clothing shop launches at 'well-loved' village pub

A vintage country clothing shop has opened its doors in a village pub.

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Plans to build new homes in Norfolk village refused for the second time

Plans to build new homes in Norfolk village refused for the second time

Plans to build three new homes in a village have been refused for the second time.

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Work to fix notoriously bumpy town road due to begin this week

Work to fix notoriously bumpy town road due to begin this week

Work to repair a notoriously bumpy Dereham road hit by potholes is due to begin this week.

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Dog boarding facility plans thrown out over 'unacceptable' effect on neighbours

Dog boarding facility plans thrown out over 'unacceptable' effect on neighbours

Plans for a purpose-built dog boarding facility at a home in Dereham have been refused.

28.02.2026 7

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Investigation closed into ski mask attack that left man with head injury

Investigation closed into ski mask attack that left man with head injury

An investigation into an attack by two men wearing ski masks that left their victim with a head injury has been closed.

27.02.2026 8

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Travellers' site plans for Norfolk village land refused after objections

Travellers' site plans for Norfolk village land refused after objections

A proposed travellers' site on land in a village has been turned down.

27.02.2026 8

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Low hanging tree branch leads to £1,300 insurance claim fight

Low hanging tree branch leads to £1,300 insurance claim fight

A conservation group is facing costs of more than £1,000 after their van was struck by a low hanging tree branch.

27.02.2026 6

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REVEALED: The 10 streets with the most recorded crimes in Norfolk town in 2025

REVEALED: The 10 streets with the most recorded crimes in Norfolk town in 2025

The streets with the highest number of crimes in and around Fakenham last year have been revealed.

27.02.2026 7

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Homes could be built on village land as plans submitted

Homes could be built on village land as plans submitted

Plans to build up to four new homes on land in a Norfolk village have been put forward.

27.02.2026 5

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Expansion planned for padel court complex on farm in Norfolk town

Expansion planned for padel court complex on farm in Norfolk town

A padel court complex on a farm in Fakenham could undergo an expansion.

26.02.2026 7

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Town pub to bring back grandstand for this summer's World Cup

Town pub to bring back grandstand for this summer's World Cup

A football-mad Dereham pub landlord has confirmed he will bring back its grandstand for this summer's World Cup.

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Holiday cabin offering 'unique glamping retreat' planned for Norfolk town

Holiday cabin offering 'unique glamping retreat' planned for Norfolk town

A new off-grid holiday cabin offering 'a unique glamping retreat' has been earmarked for a Norfolk town.

26.02.2026 9

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Building works for controversial town centre hotel given the green light

Building works for controversial town centre hotel given the green light

Building works for the NR19 hotel in Dereham have been approved.

25.02.2026 5

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Striking school staff say they 'don't feel safe' after attacks by pupils

Striking school staff say they 'don't feel safe' after attacks by pupils

Staff at a special needs school in Fakenham have said they "don't feel safe" after attacks by pupils.

24.02.2026 8

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10-mile diversion as village road to shut next month for bridge repairs

10-mile diversion as village road to shut next month for bridge repairs

A village road will close next month as motorists face a 10-mile diversion route.

24.02.2026 7

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Town centre shop to close this week after more than 25 years of trading

Town centre shop to close this week after more than 25 years of trading

A closing date has been confirmed for a Dereham shop after more than 25 years of trading in the town.

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After Aylsham... Sandringham back in the global spotlight

After Aylsham's brief moment in the spotlight, the Sandringham estate has once again been the focus of the world's media.

20.02.2026 6

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First 1,000 trees planted as part of town's countryside park project

A 160-acre countryside park in Dereham has seen the first 1,000 trees planted there

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Homes bid for Norfolk town refused after flurry of objections from locals

Plans to build up to four new single-storey homes on a site in Dereham have been thrown out.

20.02.2026 5

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First look inside new Lidl as store opens to customers in Norfolk town

A much-anticipated Lidl store in Dereham has opened its doors to customers today (February 19).

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Town centre gym will be relocating to vacant Wilko store

A gym in Dereham has confirmed it will be relocating to a bigger site in the town centre later this year.

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Concerns over 'bad layout' and 'poor design' of flat plans for vacant town shop

Concerns have been raised over plans to transform a vacant Dereham shop into a one-bedroom flat.

19.02.2026 9

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Renovation and extension works planned for homes in village

A number of homes in a north Norfolk village could undergo extensive renovation works.

18.02.2026 8

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17th century village pub listed as being up for sale

A 17th century pub that served as "a key focal point" of its village has been listed as up for sale.

18.02.2026 8

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Work to fill void beneath section of town promenade gets under way

Work to fill a gaping void beneath a section of a Norfolk seaside town promenade has started.

17.02.2026 9

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Village pub to close next week for 'much-needed' updates

A village pub has announced it will be closing to customers next week.

17.02.2026 10

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Dog walking field plans for village set for refusal after objections

A bid for a dog walking field on land in a Norfolk village is set for refusal following objections.

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Frustration over council’s 'lack of action' on impassable village road

The state of an "impassable" Norfolk village road has been basted by a frustrated local.

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Bakery and shop plans on site near village pub recommended for refusal

Plans to build a bakery, shop and cooking area near a village pub look set to be turned down.

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'Much-needed' works planned for Norfolk town as part of £610,000 revamp

A Norfolk town will undergo "much-needed" works next month as part of an improvements project.

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Concerns raised over bid for luxury glamping site in Norfolk village

Concerns have been raised over plans for a luxury glamping site in a village near Dereham.

14.02.2026 8

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Indoor market at former Wilko in Norfolk town cancelled

An indoor market scheduled for Dereham at the end of this month has been cancelled.

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Disused pig farm building in village could be converted into new homes

A building on a disused pig farm near Fakenham could be transformed to provide five new homes.

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Bid to demolish and rebuild cottages in Norfolk village is approved

A bid to demolish cottages and build replacement ones in a Norfolk village has been approved.

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Locals divided over next stage of plans for town school sports hall

Locals in a Norfolk town are divided over the next stage of plans to build a new sports hall at a high school.

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Missile returns to former Norfolk RAF base after 35 year absence

They were a potent missile defence system that would have been used at a Norfolk airbase in case of a Russian attack in the Cold War.

12.02.2026 10

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Family-run takeaway in Norfolk town goes up for sale

A family-run takeaway in Dereham has been put up for sale after more than 16 years in business.

12.02.2026 5

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Town centre shop to close amid rising costs

A town centre shop will be closing its doors next month as part of a nationwide shake-up.

11.02.2026 7

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Investigation continues after police uncover drugs and weapons during raids

Four people have been released under investigation after police uncovered drugs and weapons in Dereham.

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Former live music venue next to village pub could be converted into holiday lets

A former live music venue next to a village pub could be transformed into holiday lets.

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Photos show progress on swimming pool due to open later this year

New photos have shown the progress on a swimming pool due to open later this year.

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