What's on

Here you’ll find details of local events such as festivals, fairs, performances and special events in Downham Market and the surrounding villages.

If you would like to have your event listed here, please get in touch. 

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Thursday 30th April
  • CreativeArts for Relaxation Group
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Thursday 30th April
    | Downham Market Methodist Church Hall  

    Carole Simpson is a trained Art Therapist running an Arts group for relaxation at the Downham Market Methodist Church Hall on alternate Thursdays. A wide range of materials are used to promote personal wellbeing and counter social isolation in the Community. Meeting from 10am till 12. Admission is £5, towards the cost of materials and some refreshments. Contact Carole on 07914939748 or carolesimpson@rocketmail.com

  • Wimbotsham Auction
    4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Thursday 30th April
    | Wimbotsham  

    Viewing starts at 4pm and bidding starts at 6pm

  • Bridge Club
    6:45 PM - 10:45 PM Thursday 30th April
    | Methodist Church, Downham Market, United Kingdom  

    Various standard levels. EBU guidelines applied. New members welcome. Lessons on enquiry.
    Contact Name: Pat Roberts. Contact Address: October Lodge, 8b Market Place, Downham Mkt. PE38 9RR. Contact Telephone Number: 01366 382947. Contact Email Address: peterandpatr@aol.com.

  • Gold Star Amateur Boxing
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Thursday 30th April

  • Ryston Runners
    7:00 PM - 11:00 PM Thursday 30th April
    | Downham Federations Club  

    Road running sessions for ALL abilities.
    Contact: Andy Smith; Email: Chair@rystonrunners.org.uk, Tel:01553 811524.
    Club website: www.rystonrunners.org.uk

  • Community Choir "Singers Inspired"
    7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Thursday 30th April
    | Methodist Function Room, Paradise Road, PE38 9JE  

    Sing and learn new songs. 
    Members of the large group sing in four part harmony (soprano, alto, tenor, bass), unaccompanied, and all songs are learned by ear, so there is no need to be able to read music, and no audition. Arrangements are from a wide variety of songs including popular, sacred and world music.Your first two sessions are free. We have a wonderful, enthusiastic and talented musical director who leads productive but fun rehearsals. We are always pleased to welcome new members, so come and find your voice. Any age, gender, ability welcome. For more information visit singersinspired.co.uk

  • Downham & District Swimming Club
    8:00 PM - 9:00 PM Thursday 30th April
    | New Ark, The Causeway, Stowbridge, PE34 3PP  

    For more information contact Dave Stennett : 07713723922

Friday 1st May
  • Brew and Banter
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Friday 1st May
    | Downham Market Library, Priory Centre, 78 Priory Rd, Downham Market PE38 9JS, UK  

    Pop in for a coffee and a chat!
    Suggested donation 50p

  • West Norfolk Carers and West Norfolk Mind
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Friday 1st May
    | Downham Market Town Hall, Downham Market, United Kingdom  

    West Norfolk Carers and West Norfolk Mind facilitate a new carers group at Town Hall, Bar Room.

  • Let’s Talk Together (English)
    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Friday 1st May
    | Downham Market Library, 78 Priory Rd, Downham Market PE38 9JS, UK  

    Come along and practise your English conversation skills. Every Friday, during term time. No need to book just come along.

  • Downham & District Swimming Club
    7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Friday 1st May

    Dave Stennett. New Ark, The Causeway, Stowbridge, PE34 3PP. For more information contact: 07713723922

Sunday 3rd May
  • Dementia cafe
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sunday 3rd May
    | Methodist church hall  

    Join us for games, outings complementary therapies and support for people with dementia and their carers.

  • Dementia cafe
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sunday 3rd May
    | Methodist church hall  

    Join us for games, outings complementary therapies and support for people with dementia and their carers.

  • Downham & District Swimming Club
    4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Sunday 3rd May
    | New Ark, The Causeway, Stowbridge, PE34 3PP  

    For more information contact Dave Stennett: 07713723922

Monday 4th May
  • Dementia cafe
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Monday 4th May
    | Methodist church hall  

    Join us for games, outings complementary therapies and support for people with dementia and their carers.

  • Bridge Club
    1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Monday 4th May
    | Methodist Church, Downham Market, United Kingdom  

    Various standard levels. EBU guidelines applied. New members welcome. Lessons on enquiry.
    Contact Name: Pat Roberts. Contact Address: October Lodge, 8b Market Place, Downham Mkt. PE38 9RR. Contact Telephone Number: 01366 382947. Contact Email Address: peterandpatr@aol.com.

  • 2nd Runcton Holme and Watlington Beaver Colony
    6:00 PM - 7:15 PM Monday 4th May
    | Runcton Holme  

    For ages 6-8. Do you love climbing, fire, shooting, camping, doing challenging activities or having lots of fun?
    You are welcome to come along for a night to see what it’s all about. Prices are only up to £3 a night! Adult help is always welcomed, please get in contact!
    Find out more: http://www.downhamweb.co.uk/runcton-holme-boy-scouts/

  • Zumba Gold
    6:20 PM - 7:20 PM Monday 4th May
    | Southery Village Hall, Southery, Downham Market PE38 0QB, UK  

    £5 Per Person
    Contact Russ Welch for more info (07851149526) - Text Only

  • Zumba Fitness
    7:30 PM - 8:30 PM Monday 4th May
    | Southery Village Hall, Southery, Downham Market PE38 0QB, UK  

    £5 Per Person
    Contact Russ Welch for more info (07851149526) - Text Only

Tuesday 5th May
  • Bridge Club
    9:30 AM - 12:30 PM Tuesday 5th May
    | Methodist Church, Downham Market, United Kingdom  

    Various standard levels. EBU guidelines applied. New members welcome. Lessons on enquiry.
    Contact Name: Pat Roberts. Contact Address: October Lodge, 8b Market Place, Downham Mkt. PE38 9RR. Contact Telephone Number: 01366 382947. Contact Email Address: peterandpatr@aol.com.

  • Pop-Up Cafe
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Tuesday 5th May
    | Wereham Village Hall  

    Just £1 for tea or coffee and a slice of homemade cake. Why not pop along for a chat, to read the papers, listen to music, or just relax.
    All proceeds to Wereham Village Hall.

  • In Good Company!
    1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Tuesday 5th May
    | Downham Market Library, Priory Road  

    In Good Company! Formerly known as the Friendship Group, this group meets on the first Tuesday of the month 1 - 2.30pm at Downham Market Library.
    Come along and join in, open to all and all welcome. Most meetings will include an activity, talk or information and advice session. £1 per session includes refreshments

  • Downham Otters
    2:30 PM - 4:00 PM Tuesday 5th May

    Christine Wright. Princess Victoria, Market Lane, Walpole St Andrew, PE14 7LP Tel: 01366 381230 E-mail: chrisw2212@yahoo.co.uk

  • Downham Youth Centre - Drop In Evening
    5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Tuesday 5th May
    | Old Clackclose School (Nelson Site), Paradise Road, Downham Market  

    Open to all local young people, the Youth Centre will be a place to have fun and socialize. It boasts a pool table, table tennis, table football and dart board as well as music and games.

  • 2nd Runcton Holme & Watlington Scout Troop
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Tuesday 5th May
    | Runcton Holme  

    For ages 10 1/2 - 14. Do you love climbing, fire, shooting, camping, doing challenging activities or having lots of fun?
    You are welcome to come along for a night to see what it’s all about. Prices are only up to £3 a night! Adult help is always welcomed, please get in contact!
    Find out more: http://www.downhamweb.co.uk/runcton-holme-boy-scouts/

  • Gold Star Amateur Boxing Club
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Tuesday 5th May
    | ATC hut, Howdale road  

  • Downham & District Swimming Club
    8:00 PM - 9:00 PM Tuesday 5th May

    For more information contact Dave Stennett: 07713723922

Wednesday 6th May
  • Barry Hawkins Auction Sale
    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Wednesday 6th May
    | Downham Market Auction Room  

    The Office and heated Auction Room are located in Lynn Road, Downham Market, close to the traffic lights by St Edmunds Church. A car park is located behind the office, for the use of clients, apart from on sale days when the area is full of sale items. The nearest public car park is in Paradise Road about 200 yds down from the Castle Hotel.

    Please visit http://www.barryhawkins.co.uk/ for any further information

  • Coffee morning at Downham Grange
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Wednesday 6th May
    | Downham Grange, Clackclose Road, Downham Market  

    Downham Grange is holding a coffee morning each Wednesday between 10am and 12pm, coffee, tea, biscuits and cake will be available and guided tours of the Home.

  • West Norfolk Self Advocacy Project in Downham
    12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Wednesday 6th May
    | Downham Market Library  

    A group run by and for adults with learning disabilities and difficulties

  • Stroke Group
    1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Wednesday 6th May
    | Methodist Church, Paradise Road,  

    The Downham Market Stroke Club is a friendly, inclusive and welcoming group offering information, advice, social and peer support along with exercise, outings, creative workshops and speakers to stroke survivors and their families. All welcome. Group meets weekly on Wednesday, except the 3rd Wednesday.

  • Knit and Natter
    1:30 PM - 3:00 PM Wednesday 6th May
    | Downham Market Library  

  • Tennis & Badminton | Women's Racket Group
    1:30 PM - 3:00 PM Wednesday 6th May
    | Sovereign Centre, Sovereign Way, Downham Market  

    At the Sovereign Centre at a cost of £3 per person per week is a Women's Racket Group.
    Beginners, as well as those with racket skills already, are welcome to come along. It is a great opportunity to meet new friends and keep fit. All equipment is provided.
    For further information contact Janis Baker on 07796 921 218.

  • Tennis & Badminton | Disability Racket Group
    3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Wednesday 6th May
    | Sovereign Centre, Sovereign Way, Downham Market  

    At the Soverign Centre at a cost of £2 per person per week is a Disability Racket Group. This group has already commenced and welcomes new members.
    Beginners, as well as those with racket skills already, are welcome to come along. It is a great opportunity to meet new friends and keep fit. All equipment is provided.
    For further information contact Janis Baker on 07796 921 218.

  • Downham Market Shotokan Club
    5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Wednesday 6th May
    | Clackclose Community Primary School, Downham Market  

    Contact: Darren Dennis, 30 Bath Road, Wisbech, Cambs PE13 3NJ.
    Tel: 07881 777694 or 01945 580265
    E-mail: DD.MSKC@HOTMAIL.CO.UK

  • 2nd Runcton Holme & Watlington Cub Pack
    6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Wednesday 6th May
    | Runcton Holme  

    For ages 8-10 1/2. Do you love climbing, fire, shooting, camping, doing challenging activities or having lots of fun?
    You are welcome to come along for a night to see what it’s all about. Prices are only up to £3 a night! Adult help is always welcomed, please get in contact!
    Find out more: http://www.downhamweb.co.uk/runcton-holme-boy-scouts/

  • Downham Dollies Weekly Meeting
    6:45 PM - 7:45 PM Wednesday 6th May
    | Downham Leisure Centre  

    Contact: Kim Davis
    Tel: 07851 608117
    E-Mail: willandkim@btinternet.com