City of Literature Christmas Market
Grab yourself (or a loved one) the perfect literary gift courtesy of publishers and makers from across the region at our City of Literature Christmas Market.
Enjoy festive refreshments and take a break to listen to our fascinating lightning talks about books and writing. Immerse yourself in the creativity and culture of Norwich UNESCO City of Literature!
Participating stallholders will be announced shortly.

Plan your visit
National Centre for Writing is located in the heart of Norwich city centre by the river, and is easily accessible by foot and by public transport. Plan your visit with our guide to the local area, including transport and nearby attractions, as well as full details on accessibility on site.
Accessibility
We want to ensure that Dragon Hall is open and accessible for all. It is largely wheelchair accessible and is equipped with two raising platform lifts, disabled access toilets, hearing loop facilities and some dimmable lighting. Click below for details on parking, access into the building, a breakdown of terrain, facilities, and more.
Box office & shop
Our box office and shop is located within the entrance space of Dragon Hall. Visit us between 10am–3pm on Sundays & Mondays. Payment by card only. Outside of these hours, book online via the website or call us at 01603 877177.
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Dragon Hall Social
Join us for an informal evening of conversation, ideas exchange and support!
Wednesday 9 September – Wednesday 9 December
History as a Living Topic with Stuart Hobday
Stuart Hobday will explore the idea of presenting history as a living topic in order to bring stories and places of the past alive to us all.
Sunday 13 September
Journeys: Global Textiles from the Karun Thakar Collection at Blickling Hall
Join Emma Slocombe and Rebecca Feakes for an illuminating talk exploring the ideas and histories behind the new exhibition Journeys: Global Textiles from the Karun Thakar Collection at Blickling Hall.
Sunday 13 September