Norwich City Council

A planning application featuring proposals to refurbish City Hall to secure its future while protecting its Grade II* listed status has now been submitted.

The planning submission proposals feature:

⭐ New refurbished lobby and entrance area
⭐ New civic living room
⭐ New light filled atrium (pictured)
⭐ Sensitively restored council chamber and a new civic suite
⭐ Repaired and more accessible clock tower

The application is likely to be discussed at the council’s planning committee in the second half of next year.

Check out our latest video on the council’s seven missons: our next mission is Thriving City.

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What does it take to look after one of Norwich’s most historic buildings? And how did Strangers’ Hall become a folk museum?

In this video, Cllr Josh Worley Smith explains what the upcoming restoration work involves and why it matters for preserving Norwich’s history.

Tracey Mavor from the Norfolk Museums Service takes us back to the origins of the folk museum and explains how it came to tell the story of everyday life in the past.

▶️ Watch the video to hear from them both.

NB Strangers' Hall will be closed throughout the renovations work. See the Strangers' Hall website for details.

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Join us for Remembrance Sunday in Norwich

Everyone is welcome to join us this Sunday (8 November) as we remember those who lost their lives in conflict and honour all those who have served.

📍 Gather at Norwich War Memorial outside City Hall, on St Peters Street for 10.30am ahead of the two minute silence at 11am.

The parade will then make its way to Norwich Cathedral, where the service begins at 11.40am.

Details on our website - see news.