Living in Norwich

The City of Norwich combines a rich heritage and history with an exciting and contemporary atmosphere. Take a stroll through the centre and you'll get a sense of constant evolution.

1,500 historic buildings, including the 900-year-old cathedral and Norman castle, share the city with modern developments such as The Forum, Norwich's state-of-the-art central library and media centre. Proud of its reputation as the arts and entertainment capital of the East of England, employment in the media industry is 20% higher than the national average. Norwich, voted the 'greenest place to live' in 2006, is also a major regional focus for business, commerce, and shopping including the country’s largest permanent six-day market.

Most significantly it is a city with a welcoming and warm attitude to its student population, which includes those from the University of East Anglia and City College Norwich as well as NUCA. Our campus is conveniently located at the heart of the city, within easy walking to all Norwich has to offer. You'll find the city a safe place to live with hundreds of student-friendly pubs, clubs, restaurants, cafes and bars to keep you entertained when you're not studying.

For more cultural diversions the Theatre Royal, Norwich Playhouse and Norwich Arts Centre are magnets for local, national and international productions including music, opera, ballet and drama. Cinema City is adjacent to the University College and offers art house films and the city’s cinemas screen a range of contemporary movies. During the day you might find inspiration amongst the independent clothing outlets offering bohemian second-hand chic, by checking out the regular craft, collectors and flea markets, or leafing through the city’s many book stalls and records stores. The city council has a positive attitude to public art and there are opportunities to work in schools, businesses and the community at large. Norwich Castle Museum houses a permanent collection of the Norwich School of Artists including work by Sir Alfred Munnings.

Contrasting the energy of the city you'll be spoilt for choice of stimulating natural places to go beyond the city limits. The county of Norfolk enjoys a tranquil coastline strewn with deserted beaches and small fishing communities. The world famous Norfolk Broads National Park comprises a network of lakes and rivers stretching 200km. Norfolk's great houses and medieval villages provide their own historical and architectural interest. Bringing things right up to date, the Norman Foster designed Sainsburys Centre for the Visual Arts houses important contemporary art and design. Ethnic art shares the limelight with modern exhibits including work from Francis Bacon, Giacometti and Henry Moore.