B&M to open new store in Great Yarmouth this month
Nov 15, 2024 · The major homeware retailer will officially open its doors in the Market Gates shopping centre after a full refurbishment on November 30. B&M signs first appeared in the premises' windows in September and locals have been eagerly awaiting its arrival ever since. The shop - which has brought 46 new jobs to the town - will sell a wide variety of branded food, drink, home accessories, electricals ...
Britannia Pier revamp begins with demolition of building
Nov 6, 2024 · Britannia Pier in Great Yarmouth will reopen next spring after a £1.8m revamp. (Image: Newsquest) Cherise Abbott, pier director, said: “Compared with other UK piers, this one has been left behind. "We’re trying to bring it into the 21st century."
Norfolk actor getting rave reviews for Only Fools role
Nov 13, 2024 · Tom Major as Rodney Trotter in Only Fools and Horses the Musical. (Image: Trevor Leighton) Now people in Norfolk and Waveney have the opportunity to rally behind the actor and vote for him. You know it makes sense. To cast your vote, visit the Whatson Stage Awards website, find the Best Professional Debut category, and include ‘Tom Major - Only Fools and Horses the Musical’ within your ...
Maritime House in Great Yarmouth to reopen as cafe
Oct 10, 2024 · The Maritime House in Great Yarmouth when it was still operating as the Sailors' Home. (Image: Archant) READ MORE: Uncertain future for shipwrecked sailors' refuge The applicant has said the revamp will ensure the building's connection with its nautical past will remain through a "themed concept that recognises its rich history."
Building destroyed in Yarmouth fire could be torn down
Dec 2, 2024 · A building on Northgate Street in Great Yarmouth that was severely damaged in a fire. (Image: Anthony Carroll) The roof of the building was completely collapsed in the fire. A structural survey and condition report, submitted with the application, states that number 17 is "completely gutted and is in a dangerous condition".
Broads flooding study says dredging won't help stop problem
Oct 10, 2024 · The Environment Agency (EA) and Broads Authority (BA) have published the findings of a probe which used modelling technology to determine if removing silt from the lower River Bure, near Great Yarmouth - known as the Bure Hump - would alleviate problems.. It found while there may be small reductions in river levels for certain areas around the northern rivers, it would not be worthwhile due to ...
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Gorleston Links Road housing plans revived by county council
Oct 2, 2024 · The site is 25 hectares of prominently agricultural land owned by the county council and bordered on one side by the busy A47. As of Wednesday, October 2, the latest plans are facing ten objections from neighbours with concerns about the loss of green space, pressure on services and the impact on traffic.
Great Yarmouth council to set out location for 4,350 homes
Oct 5, 2024 · Demolition work under way in Hemsby due to cliff erosion (Image: PA). New additions to the plan following the consultation include 105 dwellings on land off Pasteur Road in Yarmouth, 50 properties at the former Beach Coach Station and …
Norfolk churches struggle to recruit new bellringers
Oct 20, 2024 · READ MORE: Meet the bell ringer on a quest to record in more than 200 churches. A bell ringer is shown the ropes at Yarmouth Minster. (Image: Supplied) READ MORE: Historic church racing to train bell ringers in time for King's coronation "As long as you're physically able, anyone can do it," Ms Owen said, noting that the community aspect is a big part of what keeps her coming back.