For families

National Centre for Writing is a literature house for all ages. We recognise that a love of words and story-making makes writers of the future and can begin with the very youngest among us, and that free access to books and stories outside of a school setting are essential.

Our family programme responds to this with an enthusiasm to create playful, creative sessions for families to enjoy together. Intergenerational communication and cooperation, wordplay and story-making form the heart of this work.

What’s on

Tiny Dragons: Early-Years Explorer Sessions

A wonderful opportunity for young explorers to discover Dragon Hall through crafts, storytelling, and singing with guest creative facilitators.

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Tuesday 21 April – Tuesday 23 June

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Set Sail! with Robert Starling

Join author and illustrator Robert Starling for a morning of drawing and storytelling.

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Friday 22 May

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Family Activity Day

Discover fascinating stories within Dragon Hall, one of Norwich’s most iconic medieval buildings.

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Monday 25 May – Tuesday 26 May

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Free activities

From nature trails to poetry prompts, and audio tours to hands-on crafts — there’s plenty to explore, discover and feel inspired by at our Literature House.

Our site is free to visit. Drop-in to learn about the building and its different uses over time, and take part in storytelling, craft activities and games for all ages.

 

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Our activities for families are generously supported by Anguish’s Educational Foundation, The Arts Society Charity Grants, Bacon Charitable Trust, Card Factory Foundation, Charles Littlewood Hill Trust, Educational Foundation of Alderman John Norman, John and Pamela Salter Charitable Trust, Paul Bassham Charitable Trust and OneStop Community Foundation.

Children, young people & communities fund

You will help people of all ages discover and share their stories through workshops, outreach in schools, and more.

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