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This Week in Attleborough

Attleborough is buzzing with a mix of excitement and concern this week. On the positive side, music fans are thrilled about the upcoming gig featuring The Farm and Happy Mondays, and the Big Comedy Cl

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News

Michelin-starred celebrity chef surprises diners at family-owned restaurant

Celebrity chef Tom Kerridge surprised diners when he visited the Mulberry Tree restaurant and bar in Attleborough on Friday night.

Eastern Daily Press·2d ago
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Town in mourning after death of former mayor who 'left a lasting legacy'

Attleborough is mourning the loss of former mayor and long-serving councillor Vera Dale.

Eastern Daily Press·2d ago
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Tory at centre of £10k charity saga RESIGNS... but insists she was not 'pushed out'

Tory councillor Taila Taylor has resigned from Attleborough Town Council following months of controversy over whether she had donated £10,000 she had pledged to charity.

Eastern Daily Press·5d ago
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Bus service to be scrapped leaving locals fearing 'chaos' and 'nightmare' journeys

First Bus' turquoise line, linking Spixworth with Old Catton, Norwich, Wymondham and Attleborough, will be abolished on August 30.

Norwich Evening News·18 Aug
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Senior business analyst dies after falling from ladder

Leslie Mehegan, 67, died after falling from a height on The Street in Rockland All Saints, near Attleborough, on August 9.

Eastern Daily Press·17 Aug
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'Devoted' family man who restored classic cars for King of Malaysia dies aged 66

Obituary: Milo Long, a devoted family man from Attleborough whose career in motorsport took him across the world has died aged 66.

Eastern Daily Press·15 Aug
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Country park announces ban on barbecues and fire pits

Old Buckenham Country Park, located near Attleborough, has introduced the temporary ban due to the prolonged dry conditions

Eastern Daily Press·14 Aug
Council

Opening date announced for new 66-bed care home with dementia provision

Opening date announced for new 66-bed care home with dementia provision  wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk

wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk·28 Jul
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Modern £1.35m home with cinema room and outdoor kitchen up for sale

Rosen House in Attleborough, built in 2021, is up for sale for £1,350,000.

Eastern Daily Press·21 Jul
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Huge two-hour queues as new shop opens to 'smiling faces'

Huge queues formed for the opening of Funtoys, a new toy shop in Queen's Square, Attleborough, at the start of the month.

Eastern Daily Press·19 Jul
News

Combine harvester blaze spreads to fields as seven fire crews called

Seven fire crews fought a combine harvester blaze that spread to a field in Magpie Lane, Rockland All Saints, near Attleborough.

Eastern Daily Press·9 Jul
Council

Revamp of 'neglected' park in town is complete

Revamp of 'neglected' park in town is complete  wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk

wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk·24 Jun
Council

Drivers braced for weeks of summer road closures for £8.4m roundabout work

Drivers braced for weeks of summer road closures for £8.4m roundabout work  wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk

wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk·23 Jun
Council

Bird's-eye view photographs show sheer scale of new Norfolk solar farm

Bird's-eye view photographs show sheer scale of new Norfolk solar farm  wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk

wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk·20 Jun
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Mother-to-be furious after pub wages nearly a week late

Lily Snelling, who worked as a front of house supervisor at the White Lodge in Attleborough, has expressed her anger over a payroll delay.

Norwich Evening News·18 Jun
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Drag queens boycott Norfolk Pride event... because organiser is a Reform councillor

At least 11 drag queens and performers have pulled out of Attleborough Pride in protest at organiser Daniel Burcham's ties to Reform UK.

Eastern Daily Press·16 Jun
Council

Bid to make Norfolk town more attractive to visitors could see free parking extended

Bid to make Norfolk town more attractive to visitors could see free parking extended  wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk

wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk·6 Jun
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Growing town's 'welcome' sign to be moved down the road and speed limit reduced

A 30mph speed limit on a road leading into Attleborough could be extended to slow down motorists near new homes.

Eastern Daily Press·31 May
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Spygate scandal erupts at Battleborough's 'craziest meeting yet'

Attleborough Town Council is embroiled in yet another scandal over claims that members' emails are being 'spied' on.

Eastern Daily Press·29 May
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Award-winning garden centre to host free festival with BBQ and market

Peter Beales Roses in Attleborough will soon be welcoming guests to enjoy its garden in full bloom at its Rose Festival next month.

Eastern Daily Press·28 May
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Norfolk's first content creation studio to open next week

A new content creation studio DR Creators Studio, is officially launching in Attleborough next week.

Eastern Daily Press·16 May
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Warning after man in black pick-up truck seen knocking on doors

Norfolk County Council has issued a warning after a cold caller offered garden maintenance and tree trimming to people in Attleborough.

Eastern Daily Press·11 May
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Teenagers arrested after police find 42 stolen iPhone cases

Two teenagers were arrested on London Road in Attleborough after police found 42 stolen iPhone cases worth around £2,500.

Norwich Evening News·8 May
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Academy given 'glowing' report as 'enthusiastic' pupils praised by Ofsted inspectors

Inspectors have delivered their verdict on standards at Attleborough Academy, saying the school is strong in four areas and meets standards in the others.

Norwich Evening News·28 Apr
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Hundreds of vehicles to see at country park's first car show of the year

Hundreds of vehicles will be on display as Old Buckenham Country Park near Attleborough hosts the first OB Car Show of 2026.

Eastern Daily Press·25 Apr
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Embattled Tory faces barrage of questions at fiery meeting as public have say on row

Locals in Attleborough have demand answers from a beleaguered Tory candidate at the centre of a political storm over a £10,000 charity pledge.

Eastern Daily Press·16 Apr
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Two RAF fighter jets spotted circling over Norfolk

Two fighter jets have been spotted circling the skies in Norfolk including Great Yarmouth, Attleborough, King's Lynn and Fakenham.

Eastern Daily Press·10 Apr
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Two men arrested after reports of burglary

Two men have been arrested on New North Road in Attleborough after reports of a burglary.

Eastern Daily Press·10 Apr
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Country park near Attleborough named winner at Clean and Green Awards

Old Buckenham Country Park near Attleborough has been named winner of the Sustainability Strategy Award at the East Anglia Clean and Green Awards 2026.

Eastern Daily Press·6 Apr
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The Farm: Happy Mondays Pills 'N Thrills and Bellyaches - Special Guests

Exciting news for music lovers in Attleborough! Our local paper is reporting on a fantastic upcoming gig featuring The Farm and Happy Mondays. Get ready for a night of classic tunes right here in our community.

wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk·29 Mar
What's On

Attleborough Big Comedy Club Night

Get ready to have your sides split, Attleborough! Our very own Big Comedy Club Night is back, promising a fantastic evening of laughs right here in town. Don't miss out on a brilliant night of local entertainment!

eveningnews24.co.uk·29 Mar
Council

Town set for 60 new homes after £1.3m deal agreed for council's former HQ site

Great news for Attleborough! Plans are in motion to bring 60 new homes to our town following a significant land deal for the former council HQ. This exciting development will undoubtedly bring positive changes to our community.

wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk·26 Mar
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Attleborough councillor reported to police over 10k charity pledge

We've got some news closer to home today, folks. It's been reported that a local Attleborough councillor is facing scrutiny regarding a significant charity pledge. This is certainly something that's caught the attention of many in our community.

Diss Express·26 Mar
Planning

Removal of conservatory and replacement with single storey extension

Good news for residents in Knevet Close, Attleborough! A planning application has been submitted for the removal of a conservatory and the addition of a lovely new single-storey extension. This will be a fantastic improvement for the property at number 15.

Norfolk Council Planning·24 Mar
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Chance of SNOW in Norfolk this week as temperatures expected to plummet

Brrr, it looks like we might be in for a chilly one here in Attleborough this week! Forecasters are predicting a real drop in temperatures, and yes, even a chance of snow gracing our Norfolk skies. Let's all hope our gardens are ready for a dusting!

wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk·23 Mar
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Attleborough vet surgery plans progress despite sewage concerns

Great news for our furry friends in Attleborough! Plans for our new vet surgery are moving forward, with the team working hard to address any local concerns about infrastructure. We're excited about this development for our community!

BBC·23 Mar
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Air ambulance called to motocross track after rider thrown down bank in crash

A rider had a nasty fall at the motocross track near Attleborough this week, requiring the air ambulance to be called. We're sending our best wishes to the rider for a speedy recovery following the incident.

wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk·23 Mar
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Firms to be sentenced over breaches after deaths of 'frozen' workers

Shocking news today as two firms are set to be sentenced following a tragic incident that has deeply affected our community. This case highlights the importance of workplace safety right here in Attleborough and the surrounding areas.

wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk·23 Mar
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Missing football coach found after community search efforts

Good news for our community! A local football coach, who had been reported missing, has been safely found thanks to the incredible efforts of residents. It's heartwarming to see our townsfolk pull together when someone needs us.

wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk·22 Mar
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Developer makes tweaks to 65-house Broads estate

Exciting news for our local area! A developer has made some adjustments to plans for a new 65-house estate. This could be a significant addition to our community.

wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk·21 Mar
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20-year-old man charged after police chase on A11

Blimey, a police chase on the A11 involving a 20-year-old man has led to a charge! It sounds like it was quite the event on our local stretch of road. We'll be keeping an eye on this one for you.

wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk·20 Mar
Council

Council knew nine MONTHS ago that Norfolk recycling centre would need to close

There's some concerning news for our local waste disposal services, as it's come to light that plans for a potential closure of a recycling centre in Norfolk were known to the council for a considerable time. We'll be keeping a close eye on how this might impact facilities right here in Attleborough and the surrounding areas.

wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk·19 Mar
News

The 'Marmite mansions' nobody wants to buy... and the village that's paying the price

It seems there's a bit of a debate brewing in our neck of the woods about some rather unusual properties! Our local paper has been looking into these 'Marmite mansions' that are proving a tough sell, and it's interesting to see how it's affecting the surrounding areas.

wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk·18 Mar
News

Closing date revealed for major chain in Norfolk town

News is reaching us from the local paper about a big change coming to our town centre. It looks like a well-known shop will be closing its doors soon, and we've got the official date for you right here.

wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk·18 Mar
Council

Norfolk farm warns worker could be left homeless after council blocks caravan bid

A local farm is facing a tough situation as the council has blocked plans for a worker's caravan. This news comes from the wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk, highlighting a challenge for our rural community.

wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk·17 Mar
News

Norfolk police officer accused of paying for prostitute

Our local police force is in the news this week, with a report concerning allegations against a Norfolk police officer. We'll be keeping a close eye on this story as it develops.

wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk·17 Mar
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Travellers pitch up on town playing field

Well, it seems our local playing fields have seen some unexpected visitors this week. A group of travellers have pitched up, and we'll be keeping an eye on the situation as it develops right here in Attleborough.

wymondhamandattleboroughmercury.co.uk·17 Mar
Planning

Variation of wording to conditions 3, 7, 8 and 11 on pp 3PL/2024/0203/F.

Good news for residents near Gaskin Way! Attleborough's own planning department is looking at some updates to conditions on a planning application. We'll be keeping an eye on how this might affect our local area.

Norfolk Council Planning·16 Mar
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Pride as community comes together in Attleborough after blaze at home in Norfolk Drive

Oh dear, it sounds like a tough time for our neighbours on Norfolk Drive in Attleborough. We're so glad to hear the community has rallied together so strongly after the recent blaze. It truly shows the wonderful spirit we have here in Attleborough.

Diss Express·13 Mar