Leisure and Activities
Abundant entertainment, parks and leisure opportunities.
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From the biggest blockbusters to art house films, you'll find a movie to suit your mood at Norwich's cinemas.
Norwich has a variety of cinema experiences. The Picturehouse Cinema City, Norwich’s much-loved three-screen cinema with a courtyard even has a stunning restaurant, The Dining Room. There’s the ODEON IMAX Cinema, with its state-of-the-art screens. And VUE Cinema, where you can catch the latest releases.
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Discover Norwich's charming green spaces, take a stroll, or study outdoors.
Escape to nature between your lectures or when you want a change of scene while studying. Join fellow runners at the Park Run at Eaton Park, and challenge your friends to a round of crazy golf or a game of tennis. Explore the beautiful Plantation Garden in the city centre, or attend a live music festival at Earlham Park - right on our campus's doorstep!
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Roll the dice with your friends, or make new ones.
With a vast array of games of all types, sizes and styles, there's something for board game lovers of every sort.
If you're new to the world of board games, friendly staff are on hand to answer your questions and make recommendations.
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Chart your own course and explore the city from another perspective.
With two rivers through Norwich - the Yare and the Wensum - there are plenty of opportunities to get out on the water. Take in the tranquility of the city and its surroundings in a rowing boat, or speed downriver in a kayak or canoe, perhaps stopping off at one of our many riverside pubs. Alternatively, enjoy the sunset with your friends from a paddle board - Norwich has several spots that rent them out at a reasonable price.
For the more adventurous, why not go further afield and explore the Norfolk Broads, right on UEA's doorstep?
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Great for bowling, singing and eating - not all at the same time...
Get a lane for a good-natured game of ten-pin bowling with your mates. Book a private karaoke booth so only your friends can hear you belting out chart toppers. Complete your evening with a bite to eat. There are light bites, burgers and dishes for sharing on the menu.
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Fancy challenging your brain? Get locked in to one of Norwich's escape rooms.
Get a team of friends together and test your problem-solving abilities in an escape room. There are several in Norwich, offering themes ranging from a prison escape and pirate mystery to a medieval dungeon and nuclear countdown. There’s also a VR escape room in the city, where you’re transported to a machine-dominated future. Will you get out?
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Discover a range of winter sports, or brush up your skills on the slopes.
Skiing, snowboarding and tubing - you can try it all here. Book a taster session if you’re not sure whether winter sports are for you. Already hooked? Get tuition on your skis or snowboard from experienced coaches. Alternatively, use the open practice sessions to hone your skills.