The past fortnight has been a whirlwind of activity in and around Great Yarmouth, with plenty to catch up on from the world of local news and events. From council updates and community initiatives to upcoming festivals and sports fixtures, it's been a busy two weeks for our town - and we're here to bring you all the latest developments in one place. Let's take a look at what's been happening...
In the Norfolk news
It's been a busy couple of weeks for Great Yarmouth residents, with several news stories making headlines across the town and surrounding areas. One major disruption that's affected both rail users and boaters is the urgent repair work underway on the Reedham swing bridge. This mechanical fault has caused delays for boats trying to navigate through the area, as well as impacting rail services. In other local news, Great Yarmouth Borough Councillor Justin Rundle found himself in a spot of trouble after failing to write down his court appearance date, resulting in a night spent in the cells. Meanwhile, fans of major restaurant chain Beefeater will be disappointed to hear that their coastal diner is set to close as part of a cost-cutting measure. However, some positive news comes with the announcement that another big-name restaurant chain is preparing to open its first site in Great Yarmouth. The Norfolk coast has also been in the spotlight this week, with police hunting a wanted man who may have travelled to the area. Additionally, Britannia Pier is set for a major revamp, including the addition of a new beer garden. In other law enforcement news, approximately £260,000 worth of cannabis plants were seized by Great Yarmouth Police, and a motorcyclist was airlifted to hospital with serious injuries following a crash in Belton.
- Disruption for rail users and boaters as swing bridge undergoes urgent repairs — Great Yarmouth Mercury
- Councillor spent night in cells after failing to write down court appearance date — Eastern Daily Press
- Major restaurant chain to open first site in Great Yarmouth — Eastern Daily Press
- Police hunting wanted man who may have travelled to Norfolk coast — Eastern Daily Press
- Norfolk pier set for new beer garden in major revamp — Eastern Daily Press
- Police continue to investigate after £260,000 worth of cannabis plants seized — Eastern Daily Press
- Restaurant chain to close coastal diner in cost-cutting measure — Eastern Daily Press
- Norfolk councillor due to appear in court after not turning up last week — Eastern Daily Press
- Plans for new flat and studio spaces in Norfolk town given green light — Eastern Daily Press
- Motorcyclist airlifted to hospital with serious injuries after crash — Eastern Daily Press
- Great Yarmouth's high streets have become a front for organised crime — Eastern Daily Press
- Pawn shop reopens after jewellery raid sparks police cordon — Eastern Daily Press
What's on: upcoming events
It's been a lively couple of weeks in Great Yarmouth, with something for everyone to enjoy. For families looking for some indoor fun, Sea Life Great Yarmouth has been offering Anytime Entry on Wednesdays and Thursdays, providing flexibility to plan your visit at your own pace. Meanwhile, music lovers have had plenty to get excited about. REVS & Afterdark's concert featuring Devilman on the 31st of July was a highlight for fans of live music, while Shoreline Sounds' event pitting D&B against UKG on August 28th promises to be an electrifying night out. And if you're a fan of grime, Headie One is set to take the stage at Great Yarmouth on August 7th. As we head into September, there are still plenty more treats in store for us. On the 4th of this month, music enthusiasts can travel back in time with The Counterfeit Sixties Show, while Sea Life Great Yarmouth is offering a Deluxe experience on September 2nd - perfect for those who want to make the most of their visit.
- Sea Life Great Yarmouth Anytime Entry — Wed 29 Jul, Great Yarmouth
- Sea Life Great Yarmouth Anytime Entry — Thu 30 Jul, Great Yarmouth
- REVS & Afterdark Present Devilman — Fri 31 Jul, Great Yarmouth
- Headie One — Fri 7 Aug, Great Yarmouth
- Shoreline Sounds Presents D&B vs UKG — Fri 28 Aug, Great Yarmouth
- REVS & Afterdark Present DAPPY LIVE — Fri 28 Aug, Great Yarmouth
- Sea Life Great Yarmouth Deluxe — Wed 2 Sep, Great Yarmouth
- Counterfeit Sixties Show — Fri 4 Sep, Great Yarmouth
As we bring the curtain down on another fortnight's worth of news and stories from Great Yarmouth, we hope you've enjoyed staying up-to-date with what's been happening in our wonderful town. If you'd like to catch up on any previous news or explore more of Norfolk's hidden gems, be sure to browse through our archives for plenty of local insight and inspiration.