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Positive Outlook Art Session

On the 21st August 10an to 12 noon and 2pm to 4pm Claire from Positive Outlook Studio will be holding a fun filled session painting a ‘Trio of Mackerel’.  Here at Merchants’ Place.

Combining collage and acrylic painting to produce the final image. No experience necessary, all material included £20 per session. For more information or to book a place contact Claire Tel: 07751 925229 or email: claire@positiveoutlookstudio.co.uk

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Carnival Day Family Support Station

Will you be in Cromer for Carnival day on Wednesday 19th August?
We have a dedicated space for parents to feed and change your baby or toddler
10-4pm Wednesday 19th August
Supporting families on carnival day.
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North Norfolk Family Network Summer Service

 North Norfolk Family Network Summer Services
14th July – 7th September 2026
Join us this summer for a range of family support services:
• Mini Merchants R n B Sessions – 3rd, 10th and 24th August at 10:00am
• Family Support Station – Cromer Carnival Day, Wednesday 19th August, 10:00am–4:00pm
• Baby Self-Weigh Scales – Available Monday mornings
• Baby Bank Referrals
• Family Food Support
For more information or to book onto any of our services, please call 01263 519454 or email info@merchantsplace.co.uk
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August Arts and Craft Fair 8th August

After the successful Craft Fair in June. We are pleased to say that the Friends of Merchants’ Place are arranging an Arts and Crafts Fair  here on Saturday 8th August 10am to 4pm.

Don’t forget to come along and support local maker in your community.

Free entry. Refreshments will be available. With proceeds going towards our community projects.

If you are interested in boking a table please contact Cora on : infocoracora@gmail.com or Tel:07500 600572.

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FREE NHS Health Checks

Free NHS Health Checks Available at Merchants’ Place
If you’re aged 40–74, you may be eligible for a free NHS Health Check.
Appointments are available on the 8th and 27th July.
Call 0808 175 0413 or visit Norfolk Health Checks to book your appointment.
A simple check today can help you stay healthy for the future.
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Free Legal Advice

Free Legal Advice available at Merchants’ Place.
Got a legal question but don’t want to pay just to ask it?
Norfolk Community Law Service are here at Merchants’ Place in June offering FREE legal guidance.
If you’re dealing with issues around work, housing, or everyday legal problems, drop in to see Lizzie or email to make an appointment outreach@ncls.co.uk.
They will help you understand your options and next steps.
Wednesday 24th June
 9.30am – 12.30pm
Feel free to share with anyone who might need a bit of support.
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Spanish Lessons

Ready to build on your Spanish skills? Join the 6-week Spanish Next Step Course here at Merchants’ Place starting:
 Thursday 11th June
Course Fee: £90
Choose your group:
Group 1: 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Group 2: 6:50pm – 8:00pm
A friendly and supportive course designed to help you gain confidence in speaking and understanding Spanish.
To book your place contact Aldita: Tel: 07450 862674 or  Email: aldita0312@gmail.com
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Fossils Workshop

Merchants’ Place are working with Mind North Norfolk to provide two FREE Fossil workshops for people over 55..

On the 25th June 1pm to 3pm Dr Leanne Melbourne from the Norfolk Museum service will be here talking about different fossils. Followed by Artist Emma Skeet helping us to draw fossils with simple lines, patterns and shapes.

Then on the 16th July 1pm to 3pm Emma will be here to show us how to carve the drawings into lino and produce prints.

Put these dates in your diary.

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FREE NHS Health Checks

Aged 40 -74? Get your free NHS Health Checks here at Merchants’ Place on 17th and 24th June.

Even though you might be feeling great, if your over forty you may be at risk of heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, diabetes or dementia.

A FREE NHS Health Check can help you reduce these risks and make sure that you stay healthy.

For more information or to book Call 0808 175 0413 or visit norfolkhealthvheck.reedwellbeing.com

 

 

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Craft Fair June 20th

Friends of Merchants’ Place are holding a Craft fair here on the 20th June. 10am to 4pm £30 per stall. We still have a FEW SPACES AVAILABLE . Indoor or outdoor, free WIFI and a free cuppa for all stallholders.

If you are interested in having a stall please contact Cora Tel; 07500 600572 or Email: infocoracora@gmail.com