Interested in joining the volunteer team at our brand new Dereham Shop?
Drop in any time between 10am and 3pm for a cuppa and a chat to find out more!
If you have any questions in the meantime, please call Helena Scott, Volunteer Coordinator, on 01603 854101, or email helenascott@priscillabaconhospice.org.uk
This popular horticultural event, now in its 17th year, takes place at the beautiful monastic site at Creake Abbey, just south of Burnham Market in north Norfolk.
The event has a loyal following of gardening enthusiasts who flock to enjoy the exciting and unusual plants on offer, all at excellent prices. Visitors will find the full range of herbaceous perennials as well as grasses, bulbs, shrubs and climbers from specialist garden nurseries across Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex and Cambridgeshire. It is possible to buy direct from the nurseries or pre-order specific plants with collection on the day. As always, the public is encouraged to take full advantage of the advice and inspiration on offer from the region’s leading plantsmen.
Entrance to the event area is £5.00 per adult, with all proceeds coming to the Priscilla Bacon Hospice Charity. There is no charge for under 16s. Dogs on leads welcome, but must not be left in cars.
Refreshments on the day will be provided by a stunning line up of carefully selected Norfolk street food and catering businesses alongside The Barn Café, as follows:
Owie’s Big Black Piggy Porkers – hot bacon or sausage baps and pork burgers
The Duck Truck – the famous duck wraps with cucumber, spring onion and hoisin sauce
Coffeesmiths – Artisan coffee, tea and snacks
The Hope Coffee Co – Barista coffee, tea and hot chocolate
Traditional Norfolk Ice Cream – Cones, ice creams and tubs from the Lakenham Creamery
Visitors may also browse the wares and services of Creake Abbey’s resident independent shops and services free of charge.
Volunteers’ Week is an annual celebration of volunteers across the UK.
Join us as we celebrate 40 years of Volunteers’ Week, pay tribute to the hard work and dedication of our army of volunteers, and look to inspire more people to make a difference.
The week-long event starts on the first Monday in June every year. It’s a chance to recognise, celebrate and thank the UK’s incredible volunteers for all they contribute to our local communities, the voluntary sector, and society as a whole.
More details of events we are holding during this week coming soon!
The Spring Blickling Half Marathon is a multi-terrain route that starts and finishes in front of Blickling Hall.
Secure your FREE charity place at the link above. By doing so, you agree to raise a minimum of £150.00 for the Priscilla Bacon Hospice Charity and consent to EPIC Norfolk sharing your email address with us. We will then get in touch and send you a free branded t-shirt or vest to run in, if you would like one.
You will also agree that if you are unable to participate on the day, you will be liable for paying the entry fee, (£35.00), to the Priscilla Bacon Hospice Charity.
All entries include chip-timing and a bespoke race medal. Race numbers can be posted for £1.00 extra, or collected in the morning before the race. All entrants must be 17 years or over.
Toilets and free parking nearby.
We are also in need of volunteers to help us with route marshalling, cheering participants on, and handing out medals. If you would be interested, please drop us a line at events@priscillabaconhospice.org.uk
PLACES FOR THIS EVENT HAVE SOLD OUT.
The Autumn Blickling Half Marathon is a road race that starts and finishes in Aylsham, and is a different route to the Spring Blickling Half Marathon. This popular breath-taking route takes you through the most scenic parts of the North Norfolk countryside of Blickling and surrounding areas.
Once entries open, a link will appear below and you will be able to secure a FREE charity place. By doing so, you agree to raise a minimum of £125 and consent to EPIC Norfolk sharing your email address with us. We will then get in touch and send you a free branded Priscilla Bacon Hospice Charity tshirt or vest to run in, if you would like one.
All entries include chip-timing and a bespoke race medal. Race numbers can be posted for £1.20 extra, or collected in the morning before the race. All entrants must be at least 17 years or over.
Toilets and FREE parking nearby.
We are also in need of some volunteers to help out at this event, so if you might be interested then please drop us a line at events@priscillabaconhospice.org.uk
Details coming soon!
All are welcome to a service to connect, sing, give thanks and to remember, as our annual event in the beautiful Norwich Cathedral returns.
There will be contributions from staff members, volunteers and Trustees from the Priscilla Bacon ‘Family’ and Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust. The Chamber Choir of Norwich Lower School will lead the music.
As we reflect, remember and look to the future, please join us to pay tribute to Priscilla Bacon Lodge and to support our work to improve hospice care for the people of Norfolk.
Complimentary drinks and mince pies will be available after the service.
This event is free of charge and no ticket is required, however it would be extremely helpful for catering purposes and the smooth running of the event, if you could e-mail events@priscillabaconhospice.org.uk to let us know you will be attending.
There will be a collection for the Priscilla Bacon Hospice Charity during the evening.
Join us to raise funds, spread some festive cheer and have fun! Lace up your trainers and take part in our Festive Family Fun Run!
Arrive from 9am, the run starts at 10am.
5K route, with a 2K route available for anyone who wishes to complete a shorter distance.
This is a Fun Run and not a race, so it’s suitable for all the family! You can walk, jog, or run, and you will not be timed.
Medals for all finishers.
We encourage all participants to wear something festive – this could be a Santa hat, antlers, Christmas jumper, tinsel, or a full Santa suit! Prizes for the best fancy dressed family, adult and child.
Entry costs:
- Adult (18 years+) – £15.00
- Child (5-17 years) – £5.00
- Under 5s – Free
- Family ticket (2 adults and 2 children) – £35.00
The ticket fees help to cover the cost of the event, so we encourage all adults who sign up to help raise funds by pledging to raise £75.00 in sponsorship, which will go towards supporting patients and their families receiving care from Priscilla Bacon Lodge.
Friends and spectators may attend for free, and refreshments will be available.
Please note that pushchairs and dogs are most welcome on site, but unfortunately they are not able to take part in the run.
This event is in partnership with
The Norwich City Community Sports Foundation’s annual 10km event, Run Norwich, returns on Sunday 8th September 2024.
The award-winning road race takes place in the heart of Norwich’s beautiful and historic city centre. Capacity for the event is set at 8,500 entrants and all places have sold out.
If you purchased a place and would like to use it to fundraise for the Priscilla Bacon Hospice Charity, we would be delighted to have you on the team! Please get in touch with our Fundraising and Events Coordinator, Louise at louisearcher@priscillabaconhospice.org.uk.
We will supply you with a free branded t-shirt or vest to run in, and support you every step of the way with your fundraising.