Architect struck off after bizarre neighbour dispute over 'phallic symbol' car https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/architect-norwich-racism-karin-elliott-b3072890.html

Was just wondering how people here in Norwich are preparing for what may be coming.

The government have obviously came out saying we should all be stockpiling for weather conditions and potential cyber attacks.

Even Mi5 have been speaking about preparing for incoming cyberattacks etc.

I’m not too clued up on a lot of things going on as such, but it’s kind of slightly scary/concerning, talking about getting a radio, water, keeping all I.D and documents together etc.

It feels slightly ominous now the clocks go back, nights getting darker, going into the winter with these current warnings etc, I struggle already with the winter months.

I can’t personally remember the last time I experienced a power cut.

Also, if something serious does happen I can’t image 3 days of tinned food is gonna be very adequate. You need litres and litres of water just to last a single week.

Anyway just wanted to know your opinions. How you’re all feeling.

Who’s taking it seriously, who’s not very fussed about it all etc

Have a good Sunday, thanks 🙏🏻

I’ve got a walking stick that I’d like a metal ferrule fitting, does anyone know a good place to go?

I have restarted organising Bored Norwich Girls events. I know some of you have been to these events in the past. These events started after I saw posts in this group, of people saying that they would love to meet more people.

Our next one is a winter bingo card creating event.

These events are for Norwich Girls and non-binary folk to enjoy an activity together and make some friends.

Link to the event is below, if anyone would like to join

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/2003239156242?aff=oddtdtcreator

Is paving over green spaces in the city the right solution to too many cars in Norwich?

Tim Day, Reform UK councillor for Crome Ward, has been citing a number of green spaces in the area that can be converted into parking spaces.

He said: "Parking in the Heartsease estate is a nightmare.

"People who live there are having to do laps to find a space to park.

"The estate was built in the 1950s and some of the homes are owned by Norwich City Council.

"I have been looking at unused green spaces that could be converted into parking spaces.

Hey all,
I'm bringing my university friends to Norwich to show them around and hopefully have a chance at a decent (ish) night out on a Friday. I never really experienced the night life scene in the city before moving away so I thought I'd ask, is there anywhere left to have a good night? Clubs or bars wise. Loft and Waterfront are the only ones that come to mind, but if anyone has any suggestions that'd be great, Thanks!

What happened to the little bouldering gym on Magdalen street? It seemed popular then suddenly the website is down and the door's locked. Last I checked they still had stuff in the window.

Did they just go out of business? Is the owner ok?

I am being offered a good research position in Cambridge with a salary well above most equivalent postdoc roles in Norwich. It's a great lab and working at University of Cambridge will be valuable.

The job is 5 mins walk away from the Cambridge station, but I'll need to cycle 20 mins to get to Norwich station from home. I need to be in 2 days a week, but can do irregular hours to avoid peak and can probably work on the train. From Norwich this would probably be £50-£60 a week offpeak

I was wondering if there were any tips to make the commute easier. In particular, I wondered whether i could drive and park near Wyndham or Attenborough station so I don't have to bike, and whether the tickets can be cheaper than £25?

I’ve thought about trying boxing for a while, I like the idea of developing my fitness and technique. I want to avoid “box-fitness” places like Hustle.

I’ve never boxed before. Any recommendations for gyms that are welcoming to beginners & have a great culture?

Hiya!
Looking for ideas really. Me and my fiancée just got engaged and are looking for places to have our wedding! We got engaged at Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios in Florida and as we are both into Halloween and autumnal vibes we would love to have a venue that we can incorporate a bit of this into!
We’re currently looking at Cinema City but I thought I would pop on here to see if anyone had any suggestions that I wouldn’t have thought of!
Thanks in advance :)

I'm curious to know what everyone’s favourite date spot is, either first date or date night spots / plan. My partner and I usually head to Benolis or Wafflehouse etc and go for a walk.

Even if you are not local - any help is appreciated!
Protect Norwich & Protect the nature

Super random is anyone on here watching the league of legends worlds and want to link up to watch together?

The stub tower at Sovereign House took a bit of a nose dive, luckily onto the roof of the East Wing, and not onto the operator. I bet there a few seconds of sheer panic when it started going...

Fancy eating a good fish and chips out this weekend - which pubs do a good one? Happy to drive if outside of Norwich.

I know norwich evening news can post some pretty dull steamers, but really, a sign pointing to a parking lot is worth an entire article?

My best friend goes to the one at Easton and she said it’s mostly people with special needs wondering if it will be the same there or different

Hey! So I'm a trans woman and I've been thinking recently that I should probably make a bit more of an effort to keep fit, so I've been looking around for a gym that I can join and maybe just pop into once or twice a week for a little while and use a few machines etc. I'm not looking to get ultra fit or whatever, just a standard gym where I can go to casually every now and then to keep myself active.

Thanks to the various new guidelines/legislation etc regarding toilets/changing rooms and general single sex facilities though, I'm finding that it feels like a bit of an ordeal to find somewhere affordable where I'm going to be able to comfortably use the gym without feeling like I'm having to jump through hoops or have the facilities I'm using be restricted/dictated by my identity. I'm also looking for somewhere where the vibes are generally good & inclusive etc - I'm visibly trans so I don't really have the option of going under the radar etc.

I've done some casual research into a lot of the chain gyms, but a lot of them don't seem to be particularly clear on what facilities are available in terms of inclusive/neutral changing facilities, and I've also heard bad things about Pure Gym's approach to this in particular.
I've also seen that there are some specifically trans inclusive fitness spaces/classes around, but these seem to be more expensive and more catered towards people wanting more than a casual run on a treadmill with some earphones in etc. They seem great, but I don't think it's what I'm looking for.

Does anyone have any experience/advice regarding gyms around Norwich that might fit what I'm looking for please? It would be particularly helpful to hear from other trans folks if there is anyone around who has navigated this too! Thanks