“Silent Night” an Autumn Festival original commission for 2026, by Norfolk artist in profile
NICOLA SLATTERY www.nicolaslattery.com
Thank you for visiting The AUTUMN FESTIVAL of NORFOLK website.
Having completed our 15th anniversary in autumn 2025 we have decided it will be our last year of programming. We're ending it on a high and leaving everyone wanting more.
The festival itself will remain open online, producing our legacy project the Norfolk Arts Awards, in partnership with the Eastern Daily Press & University of East Anglia.
Peter Barrow MBE received his investiture at Windsor Castle, joined by festival co-founder Rebecca Chapman. Honoured by King Charles for over 15 years of philanthropic support for the arts in Norfolk, Peter's vision and generosity have helped shape The AUTUMN FESTIVAL of Norfolk and its Signature Projects, enriching countless lives and communities.
Image: Peter Barrow MBE with Rebecca Chapman
at Windsor Castle
“ This moment captures everything The African Choir of Norfolk was created to be - a powerful expression of unity, culture and shared humanity. To witness them bringing their voices to such an historic national event and sacred space was extraordinary. Huge congratulations to Anna Mudeka and all members of the choir. We’re so very proud. ”
Stash Kirkbride
Co-Founder of The African Choir of Norfolk
& Autumn Festival of Norfolk
As the days grow lighter, Move into the Spring with Total Ensemble.
This special mini-residency brings people of all ages together through shared creativity, movement and expression. A joyful and uplifting celebration of the new season, it's an opportunity to reconnect, recharge and create together in a welcoming and inspiring environment.
Places are free but limited and advance booking is essential.
Click on our Friends of the Festival notice board to read some of the quotes we've received
so far, as part of our celebration of the festival online this spring.
We look forward to your contribution too.
To leave a comment on our Notice Board emal: info@autumnfestivalofnorfolk.org
Photographed by Simon Finlay
We are delighted to share that Peter Barrow, Co-Founder of The Autumn Festival of Norfolk, has been awarded an MBE in the 2026 New Year Honours List for services to charity and the community in Norfolk.
Peter's commitment to widening access to the arts and nurturing cultural life across the county has been central to the Festival's growth since its inception.
This national recognition celebrates not only Peter's personal contribution, but the collective impact of the many collaborators, volunteers, supporters and partners who have helped build the Festival over the past 15 years.
Supporters Film
(10 Minutes)
10th Anniversary Documentary
(1 Hour)
| Email: | info@autumnfestivalofnorfolk.org |
| Box Office: | 01603 598676 |
