Fakenham Town Council

23/06/2026

Beat The Heat ☀️
Guidance from UK Health Security Agency

For full information, and to view guidance in varying formats, please visit:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/beat-the-heat-hot-weather-advice

22/06/2026

Shared on behalf of Norfolk County Council

A free face-to-face group workshop for drivers aged 60 and over, and their families.

Find out more online: https://www.norfolk.gov.uk/article/71132/Older-driver-workshop

Or contact Norfolk County Council by telephone: 0344 800 8020

22/06/2026

Shared on behalf of North Norfolk District Council

BINS: Due to the predicted warm weather, Serco will be collecting bins 30minutes earlier than usual next week. Please have your bin presented for collection by 6:30am.

Please enjoy the warm weather, and while out in the lovely North Norfolk countryside - both coastal and rural - please dispose of waste responsibly.

View collection days: https://ow.ly/WygS50ZeFYp

18/06/2026

🚧Notification of Temporary Road Closure
Lancaster Avenue, Fakenham
Anticipated dates: 29th June to 24th July 2026 🚧

👉Please note this information is shared on behalf of Norfolk County Council (NCC). For any queries or further information please contact NCC directly using the details below. 👈

Norfolk County Council proposes to make a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (the “Order”) (0934-6913-7157-7247) affecting the Lancaster Avenue from 25 metres north of its junction with Holt Road for 213 metres north-eastwards (the “Road”) in the Town of Fakenham to facilitate gas main replacement works, the Road will be temporarily closed (except for pedestrian access) for the duration of the works/period the closure is necessary which is anticipated to be from 29th June to 24th July 2026, but may continue to be closed/restricted until the 24th January 2027 where the closure is still required beyond the anticipated dates.

Alternative route is via: Lancaster Avenue, C590 Greenway Lane, C550 Queens Road, C552 Holt Road.

The works promoter for this restriction/closure is: Cadent.

Vehicular access will be permitted to a final destination in the Road where signs indicating such access is possible and permitted are in place.

The Order shall automatically revoke on the completion of the works when the closure is no longer necessary or otherwise on the 24th January 2027 without further notice.

If necessary, the restriction could run for a maximum period of 18 months from the date the Order is effective.

A person who contravenes, or who uses or permits the use of a vehicle in contravention of the closure imposed by the Order shall be guilty of an offence.


Penalty: £1000 maximum fine on conviction and/or endorsement for contravention.

In the event of the start date being delayed the new start date will be displayed on site in advance.

Full details on the closure are available at https://one.network. Any enquiries that cannot be answered on the one.network website should be directed to the North Area Streetworks (Infrastructure Department) contactable by telephone at 0344 800 8020 or email at [email protected]

18/06/2026

THIS SUNDAY, 21ST JUNE, RIVERSIDE FESTIVAL 🦆

📍River Wensum-on the field beside the bridge on **Goggs Mill Road**, just a short walk from Fakenham town centre.

Entry is **FREE**, and there will be lots to enjoy, including:

🦆 The Great Fakenham Duck Race — ducks just £1
🏆 Sponsored Giant Duck Race
🚣 Cardboard Raft Races
🎨 Free face painting and art workshops
🎵 Live music
🏰 Bouncy castles
🛍️ Over 20 community stalls
🍔 Hog roast, vegetarian food and refreshments

Free parking is available at **Becks Field, Olivet Way**, a short walk from the festival site. Please note that **Goggs Mill Road will be closed to traffic** during the event, and there are **no toilets on site**. The nearest facilities are around a 10-minute walk away.

Photographs and filming may take place during the event.

Come along and enjoy a great low-cost day out for the whole community.

Full details: http://www.activefakenham.org.uk

17/06/2026

Fakenham Thursday Market.
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Market day is tomorrow.
All our usual traders will be at the market
🍓 🥕Fresh fruit & vegetables
🥩🐟 Quality fish, meats & 🧀local produce
🧁 Delicious baked goods & treats
🧦🧼 Clothing, crafts, bedding, perfume, cards & everyday
essentials
🐕‍🦺 Pet products
🪀 Toys
🍔 Burgers & Hotdogs,
🥪 Fresh made Focaccia sandwiches & pasta
📍 Fakenham Town Centre
🕒 Every Thursday
Support local businesses and enjoy the friendly market atmosphere.
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The weather forecast is predicted to be a glorious warm day with a high of 27˚.
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Please be reminded there is no vehicular access / parking in the Market Place on Thursdays between 5.30am and 4.30pm.
If you're interested in joining our friendly, bustling market as a trader, please contact Fakenham Town Council at 📧 [email protected] for more information. See less

16/06/2026

🚧Notification of Emergency Road Closure
Norwich Street from its junction with Whitehorse Street to its junction with Market Place
Anticipated dates: 15th to 19th June 2026 🚧

👉Please note this information is shared on behalf of Norfolk County Council (NCC). For any queries or further information please contact NCC directly using the details below. 👈

Norfolk County Council (Fakenham)
Emergency Notice
Temporary Traffic Regulation Order 2026
Section 14(2) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984

Fakenham (0011-6231-6152-8502) Notice

In accordance with the provisions of Section 14(2) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, the Norfolk County Council HEREBY GIVE NOTICE that owing to a leaking ferrule/mains fitting the use by vehicles (of any class) of Norwich Street from its junction with Whitehorse Street to its junction with Market Place (the “Road”) in the Town of Fakenham will be temporarily prohibited/restricted.

Alternative route is via: Queens Road,Highfield Road, Wells Road, Oak Street, Market Place.

The works promoter for this restriction/closure is: Anglian Water.

The closure/restriction is necessary because of the likelihood of danger to the public or serious damage to the Road or both.

The closure/restriction is anticipated to take place from 15th to 19th June 2026 but the Road may continue to be closed/restricted until the 5th July 2026 where the closure/restriction is still required beyond the anticipated dates.

This Notice shall automatically revoke on the completion of the works / when the closure/restriction is no longer necessary or otherwise on the 5th July 2026 without further notice.

If necessary, this Notice may be extended for an additional 21 days by further Notice and/or for a maximum of 18 months from the date this Notice is effective by further Order.

Any existing restrictions or prohibitions within Orders made under the RTRA 1984 will become suspended where they conflict with the provisions of this Notice during the operation of this Notice.

A person who contravenes, or who uses or permits the use of a vehicle in contravention of the restriction/ closure imposed by the Order shall be guilty of an offence.

Penalty: £1000 maximum fine on conviction and/or endorsement for contravention.

Full details on the closure are available at https://one.network. Any enquiries that cannot be answered on the one.network website should be directed to the North Area Streetworks (Infrastructure Department) contactable by telephone at 0344 800 8020 or email at [email protected]

15/06/2026

Notice of safety works - Edward VII Memorial Lamp

Over the coming days, the Edward VII memorial lamp located in Fakenham Market Place is due to be carefully removed as part of essential safety works.

A recent structural survey found that the lamp is suffering from significant corrosion. To ensure public safety and protect this important historic feature, it will be respectfully removed and examined.

This is a complex conservation project, and any assessment and repair process may take some time. We appreciate your patience and understanding whilst this important work is carried out.

15/06/2026

Active Fakenham Riverside Festival - This Sunday, 21st June 2026🦆🛶🎵

12/06/2026

📢Reminder- Hayes Lane Playing Field: We need your views!

We have received a wide range of suggestions so far, with common themes including (but certainly not limited to):
🛝New and improved playground equipment
⚽Football goals
🚲Pump track and/or Skate Park facilities
🏋️‍♂️Outdoor exercise circuit
🏃‍♂️Open recreational space
🌳Additional planting and wildlife areas
🧺Picnic areas and seating
🐕 Dog friendly spaces

Your feedback is a vital part of shaping the future of Hayes Lane Playing Field. By sharing your views, you can help us understand what matters most to our community and ensure the space meets the needs of residents now and in the future.

We would love to hear from as many people as possible.

Please email us at:
📧[email protected] by 26 June 2026.

Please note: comments made on social media may not always be monitored. To ensure your views are taken into account, please send your feedback directly by email.