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Geoff Norcott: Basic Bloke 2 - There's No Bloke Without Fire
New national tour 2025-2026 for star of Have I Got News For You, The Last Leg, Would I Lie to You?, Live At The Apollo, 8 Out of 10 Cats, Backstage With Katherine Ryan, The Mash Report, The News Quiz, Geoff Norcott’s Working Men’s Club and many more!
Basic Bloke 2 – is Geoff’s first tour under a Labour government, so he’s got plenty to get off his chest!
Geoff’s also taking advantage of the rediscovered tolerance towards jokes being jokes to tell you what he really thinks. How much he judges people. Bad parents, people who eat too much, anyone who wears a dressing gown beyond 9am…it’s fair to say the gloves are off.
Unlike most sequels, Basic Bloke 2 will move beyond some of the themes of the original (while fully aware that a comedian doing a ‘sequel’ at all is a bit ridiculous).
He’s been moving in male mental health circles for a while how, but while they’re all saying blokes should check in on each other, he’s wondering what happens if you do check in all the time but they mainly want to send you politically incorrect memes.
'He has become one of our most refreshingly funny comedians of any stripe’★★★★ The Times
‘The laughs roll in like waves’ ★★★★ Evening Standard
‘Geoff Norcott is in his element on the stand-up stage' Daily Mail
Courtyard Theatre
£19.50
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Book Club
Share your thoughts on contemporary fiction with other readers in a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere.
This season our Book Club will be reading:
Thursday 17 April
The Romantic by William Boyd
Thursday 15 May
Normal Rules Don’t Apply by Kate Atkinson
Thursday 19 June
Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi
Thursday 17 July
Table for Two by Amor Towles
Thursday 14 August
TBC
Suitable for 18+ years.
Spaces are limited, early booking is advised to avoid disappointment.
7.30pm – 9pm
£5 per session (includes a glass of wine or soft drink from the bar)
Explore: Pre School - Creative Play
Led by Kayleigh Robinson
A sensory play session which includes inflatables, lights, colour and movement to soothe and stimulate little minds and bodies.
Suitable for babies and children under 5.
This event is part of Quest Family Fest 2025. Join us to navigate your way through 2 weeks of creative adventures.
45 mins
Tickets for this pre school workshop are £4.50 for 1 adult + 1 child | Siblings £4.50 | Additional adult £4.50
Things you need to know!
Booking
• Explore workshops are always really popular so we recommend booking in advance as it’s unlikely tickets will be available on the day
• Workshops for specific age ranges are designed for children to attend on their own
• Family Workshops are designed for children and grown ups to get creative together – you’ll need a ticket for every participant attending
• If you can no longer make your workshop, please let our Box Office team know so that the space can be freed up for another participant!
On the Day
• We expect the carpark to be busy so please allow at least 15-20 mins to park / walk to Norden Farm / find your workshop
• Workshops take place across the building – everything will be well sign posted. Use posters to find out where you should be and check the location on your tickets
• We recommend flat shoes and dressing for mess at our workshops
• Our team of friendly Young Leader volunteers will be on hand to help (look out for their lanyards)
Food and Drink
• The Café Bar is open from 9am and serves food from 9am – 3pm. Why not start the day with breakfast?
• Snacks and soft drinks can be bought throughout the day. Newspapers and WiFi are available to keep adults entertained!
Children’s Grab Bags:
• Pre-order a children’s packed lunch when you buy your Explore! Day tickets. These will be ready for you to collect throughout the day from the Café Bar
•Packed lunch costs £6 and includes:
•Tortilla wrap with a choice of: Tuna Mayo, Ham, Cheese, Vegan cheese
•Carrot and Cucumber sticks, Yoghurt, 150ml Fruit Juice, Pom Bears
Have fun and Explore!
Disclaimer: Please note that a photographer will be present at some Explore Workshops. Images will be used for Norden Farm marketing purposes, including, but not limited to: use in printed material such as brochures, on the website and social media, and in local publications. If you do not wish your child to be photographed, please advise our Box Office team on the day (Friday 18 April).
- 18 Apr SOLD OUT
Explore: Circus Skills (Families)
Led by And Circus
Try tightrope walking, giant ball walking, unicycling and juggling.
The minimum age for this family workshop is 5 years.
This event is part of Quest Family Fest 2025. Join us to navigate your way through 2 weeks of creative adventures.
60 mins
£4.50 per workshop | 4 workshops £16 per person
The Explore Pass offers access to 4 different workshops for £16 per person – saving £2 (Explore! Festival Pass can be used by named participant only)
Things you need to know!
Booking
• Explore workshops are always really popular so we recommend booking in advance as it’s unlikely tickets will be available on the day
• Workshops for specific age ranges are designed for children to attend on their own
• Family Workshops are designed for children and grown ups to get creative together – you’ll need a ticket for every participant attending
• If you can no longer make your workshop, please let our Box Office team know so that the space can be freed up for another participant!
On the Day
• We expect the carpark to be busy so please allow at least 15-20 mins to park / walk to Norden Farm / find your workshop
• Workshops take place across the building – everything will be well sign posted. Use posters to find out where you should be and check the location on your tickets
• We recommend flat shoes and dressing for mess at our workshops
• Our team of friendly Young Leader volunteers will be on hand to help (look out for their lanyards)
Food and Drink
• The Café Bar is open from 9am and serves food from 9am – 3pm. Why not start the day with breakfast?
• Snacks and soft drinks can be bought throughout the day. Newspapers and WiFi are available to keep adults entertained!
Children’s Grab Bags:
• Pre-order a children’s packed lunch when you buy your Explore! Day tickets. These will be ready for you to collect throughout the day from the Café Bar
•Packed lunch costs £6 and includes:
•Tortilla wrap with a choice of: Tuna Mayo, Ham, Cheese, Vegan cheese
•Carrot and Cucumber sticks, Yoghurt, 150ml Fruit Juice, Pom Bears
Have fun and Explore!
Disclaimer: Please note that a photographer will be present at some Explore Workshops. Images will be used for Norden Farm marketing purposes, including, but not limited to: use in printed material such as brochures, on the website and social media, and in local publications. If you do not wish your child to be photographed, please advise our Box Office team on the day (Friday 18 April).
Explore: Street Dance (5-7 yrs)
Led by Street Dance Energy
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This event is part of Quest Family Fest 2025. Join us to navigate your way through 2 weeks of creative adventures.
60 mins
£4.50 per workshop | 4 workshops £16 per person
The Explore Pass offers access to 4 different workshops for £16 per person – saving £2 (Explore! Festival Pass can be used by named participant only)
Things you need to know!
Booking
• Explore workshops are always really popular so we recommend booking in advance as it’s unlikely tickets will be available on the day
• Workshops for specific age ranges are designed for children to attend on their own
• Family Workshops are designed for children and grown ups to get creative together – you’ll need a ticket for every participant attending
• If you can no longer make your workshop, please let our Box Office team know so that the space can be freed up for another participant!
On the Day
• We expect the carpark to be busy so please allow at least 15-20 mins to park / walk to Norden Farm / find your workshop
• Workshops take place across the building – everything will be well sign posted. Use posters to find out where you should be and check the location on your tickets
• We recommend flat shoes and dressing for mess at our workshops
• Our team of friendly Young Leader volunteers will be on hand to help (look out for their lanyards)
Food and Drink
• The Café Bar is open from 9am and serves food from 9am – 3pm. Why not start the day with breakfast?
• Snacks and soft drinks can be bought throughout the day. Newspapers and WiFi are available to keep adults entertained!
Children’s Grab Bags:
• Pre-order a children’s packed lunch when you buy your Explore! Day tickets. These will be ready for you to collect throughout the day from the Café Bar
•Packed lunch costs £6 and includes:
•Tortilla wrap with a choice of: Tuna Mayo, Ham, Cheese, Vegan cheese
•Carrot and Cucumber sticks, Yoghurt, 150ml Fruit Juice, Pom Bears
Have fun and Explore!
Disclaimer: Please note that a photographer will be present at some Explore Workshops. Images will be used for Norden Farm marketing purposes, including, but not limited to: use in printed material such as brochures, on the website and social media, and in local publications. If you do not wish your child to be photographed, please advise our Box Office team on the day (Friday 18 April).
Explore: Art - Ceramic Animal Coil Pots (Families)
Led by Maria Chemyak-Belenky
Maria will guide you to create a whimsical animal cup using coil and pinch techniques (These will be fired and returned to Norden Farm, to be collected after Tues 6 May).
This event is part of Quest Family Fest 2025. Join us to navigate your way through 2 weeks of creative adventures.
60 mins
£4.50 per workshop | 4 workshops £16 per person
The Explore Pass offers access to 4 different workshops for £16 per person – saving £2 (Explore! Festival Pass can be used by named participant only)
Things you need to know!
Booking
• Explore workshops are always really popular so we recommend booking in advance as it’s unlikely tickets will be available on the day
• Workshops for specific age ranges are designed for children to attend on their own
• Family Workshops are designed for children and grown ups to get creative together – you’ll need a ticket for every participant attending
• If you can no longer make your workshop, please let our Box Office team know so that the space can be freed up for another participant!
On the Day
• We expect the carpark to be busy so please allow at least 15-20 mins to park / walk to Norden Farm / find your workshop
• Workshops take place across the building – everything will be well sign posted. Use posters to find out where you should be and check the location on your tickets
• We recommend flat shoes and dressing for mess at our workshops
• Our team of friendly Young Leader volunteers will be on hand to help (look out for their lanyards)
Food and Drink
• The Café Bar is open from 9am and serves food from 9am – 3pm. Why not start the day with breakfast?
• Snacks and soft drinks can be bought throughout the day. Newspapers and WiFi are available to keep adults entertained!
Children’s Grab Bags:
• Pre-order a children’s packed lunch when you buy your Explore! Day tickets. These will be ready for you to collect throughout the day from the Café Bar
•Packed lunch costs £6 and includes:
•Tortilla wrap with a choice of: Tuna Mayo, Ham, Cheese, Vegan cheese
•Carrot and Cucumber sticks, Yoghurt, 150ml Fruit Juice, Pom Bears
Have fun and Explore!
Disclaimer: Please note that a photographer will be present at some Explore Workshops. Images will be used for Norden Farm marketing purposes, including, but not limited to: use in printed material such as brochures, on the website and social media, and in local publications. If you do not wish your child to be photographed, please advise our Box Office team on the day (Friday 18 April).
- 18 Apr SOLD OUT
Explore: Art – Digital Animation (11+yrs)
Led by Animation Expressions
Create an animated story using iPad technology in this creative session.
This event is part of Quest Family Fest 2025. Join us to navigate your way through 2 weeks of creative adventures.
60 mins
£4.50 per workshop | 4 workshops £16 per person
The Explore Pass offers access to 4 different workshops for £16 per person – saving £2 (Explore! Festival Pass can be used by named participant only)
Things you need to know!
Booking
• Explore workshops are always really popular so we recommend booking in advance as it’s unlikely tickets will be available on the day
• Workshops for specific age ranges are designed for children to attend on their own
• Family Workshops are designed for children and grown ups to get creative together – you’ll need a ticket for every participant attending
• If you can no longer make your workshop, please let our Box Office team know so that the space can be freed up for another participant!
On the Day
• We expect the carpark to be busy so please allow at least 15-20 mins to park / walk to Norden Farm / find your workshop
• Workshops take place across the building – everything will be well sign posted. Use posters to find out where you should be and check the location on your tickets
• We recommend flat shoes and dressing for mess at our workshops
• Our team of friendly Young Leader volunteers will be on hand to help (look out for their lanyards)
Food and Drink
• The Café Bar is open from 9am and serves food from 9am – 3pm. Why not start the day with breakfast?
• Snacks and soft drinks can be bought throughout the day. Newspapers and WiFi are available to keep adults entertained!
Children’s Grab Bags:
• Pre-order a children’s packed lunch when you buy your Explore! Day tickets. These will be ready for you to collect throughout the day from the Café Bar
•Packed lunch costs £6 and includes:
•Tortilla wrap with a choice of: Tuna Mayo, Ham, Cheese, Vegan cheese
•Carrot and Cucumber sticks, Yoghurt, 150ml Fruit Juice, Pom Bears
Have fun and Explore!
Disclaimer: Please note that a photographer will be present at some Explore Workshops. Images will be used for Norden Farm marketing purposes, including, but not limited to: use in printed material such as brochures, on the website and social media, and in local publications. If you do not wish your child to be photographed, please advise our Box Office team on the day (Friday 18 April).
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Led by James Parsons
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This event is part of Quest Family Fest 2025. Join us to navigate your way through 2 weeks of creative adventures.
60 mins
£4.50 per workshop | 4 workshops £16 per person
The Explore Pass offers access to 4 different workshops for £16 per person – saving £2 (Explore! Festival Pass can be used by named participant only)
Things you need to know!
Booking
• Explore workshops are always really popular so we recommend booking in advance as it’s unlikely tickets will be available on the day
• Workshops for specific age ranges are designed for children to attend on their own
• Family Workshops are designed for children and grown ups to get creative together – you’ll need a ticket for every participant attending
• If you can no longer make your workshop, please let our Box Office team know so that the space can be freed up for another participant!
On the Day
• We expect the carpark to be busy so please allow at least 15-20 mins to park / walk to Norden Farm / find your workshop
• Workshops take place across the building – everything will be well sign posted. Use posters to find out where you should be and check the location on your tickets
• We recommend flat shoes and dressing for mess at our workshops
• Our team of friendly Young Leader volunteers will be on hand to help (look out for their lanyards)
Food and Drink
• The Café Bar is open from 9am and serves food from 9am – 3pm. Why not start the day with breakfast?
• Snacks and soft drinks can be bought throughout the day. Newspapers and WiFi are available to keep adults entertained!
Children’s Grab Bags:
• Pre-order a children’s packed lunch when you buy your Explore! Day tickets. These will be ready for you to collect throughout the day from the Café Bar
•Packed lunch costs £6 and includes:
•Tortilla wrap with a choice of: Tuna Mayo, Ham, Cheese, Vegan cheese
•Carrot and Cucumber sticks, Yoghurt, 150ml Fruit Juice, Pom Bears
Have fun and Explore!
Disclaimer: Please note that a photographer will be present at some Explore Workshops. Images will be used for Norden Farm marketing purposes, including, but not limited to: use in printed material such as brochures, on the website and social media, and in local publications. If you do not wish your child to be photographed, please advise our Box Office team on the day (Friday 18 April).
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