Join TOAST Poetry for an outrageously fun poetry and storytelling workshop especially for kids! We'll write poems, stories, songs inspired by sound and then record a special podcast together. Sunday 19th October, 10-11.30am at SOUNDYARD Book here: www.norwichpodcastfestival.org/toasties-event

We would LOVE to see you at our festival launch party! Expect a relaxed evening of chatting and drinks, for podcast makers and podcast lovers, and anyone curious about the world of audio. Friday 17th October from 6.30-9pm Tickets are free but limited: www.norwichpodcastfestival.org/festivallaunch

Join us at The Alexandra Tavern this Friday to launch Listen Up! - our Norwich Podcast Festival beer brewed by All Day Brewing. We'll also be recording a very special podcast about pub history and culture. It's a free event and everyone is welcome... www.norwichpodcastfestival.org/beerlaunch

It's your last chance to book for our podcasting workshop this Saturday. Come and learn with us (hello!) and a small group of like-minded podcasters, all in our welcoming and accessible studio space. Saturday 27th September, 10am-1pm. Book a place here ➡ soundyard.as.me/schedule/674...

Looking for something fun for the smaller audio fans in your life? Bring them along to our TOASTies poetry podcast workshop for kids with TOAST Poetry For families with children aged 6-11 Sunday 19th October, 10-11.30am at SOUNDYARD Book tickets here: www.norwichpodcastfestival.org/toasties-event

A little teaser of something special we have lined up for Norwich Podcast Festival. Audio Bites will be a first-of-its-kind sensory feast blending global dishes with immersive audio - from intimate monologues and evocative soundscapes to mini-documentaries. Limited tickets and more info soon...

Come and make a horror podcast with @longcatmedia.bsky.social as part of Norwich Podcast Festival! You and your fellow creators will dream up, cast, and record a spine-chilling horror drama podcast. Saturday 18th October, 6.30-9pm. Book your tickets here: www.norwichpodcastfestival.org/longcat

We're getting mega excited (and prepped!) for the inaugural Norwich Podcast Festival. Join us for a weekend of unique audio adventures running Friday 17th - Sunday 19th October across Norwich. You can find the full line-up, more info and book tickets here: www.norwichpodcastfestival.org

Calling all Nor-witches and Nor-locks... We're teaming up with our friends at @soundyard.bsky.social for the first ever Norwich Podcast Festival, to bring you... LET'S MAKE A HORROR PODCAST a workshop with Long Cat Media Saturday 18th October 2025 6:30pm - 9:00pm at SOUNDYARD

We spent the bank holiday at All Day Brewing where they’ve made something very special for us - our own festival beer, 'Listen Up!' Join us on Friday 26th September to launch 'Listen Up!' at The Alexander Tavern in Norwich, with a live podcast recording: www.norwichpodcastfestival.org/beerlaunch

Hire our studio! Perfect for podcasting, audio books and audio projects. Designed for comfort and engineered for unparalleled sound quality... Want to film content? We also offer a full service package for filming and editing. Prices start at just £45 per hour. Head to ➡ www.soundyard.org/studio

Introducing the first ever Norwich Podcast Festival! A glorious weekend of unique audio adventures - for those behind the mic, and those that love to listen. Running from 17th-19th October. Find out what's on and book tickets here: www.norwichpodcastfestival.org

We've been spending time in sunny Hemsby recently, recording memories of the former Pontins holiday park for our Holiday Makers project. Pictured here is... 1. Local legend Kenny Chaney being interviewed. 2. Holidaymakers at the old railway station. 3. Hemsby postcards on Kenny's table.

Calling all 12 – 25 year olds in West Norfolk! We're running a FREE audio workshop this Thursday at Swaffham Community Centre, with @nnfest.bsky.social Perfect for young people interested in journalism, media, research, local history... Book a place: nnfestival.org.uk/whats-on/fre...

After a little summer break, our popular podcasting workshop is back in September. Designed for beginners and seasoned podcasters who want to refine their craft! Saturday 27th September, 10am-1pm SOUNDYARD Places are £75 For more details and to book head to ➡ www.soundyard.org/workshops

It's been two years this week since we got the keys to our studio! We had big ambitions and a tiny budget so it was very much a DIY renovation, with lots of support from our incredible community. It feels amazing to look back on the last couple of years. Thank you to everyone who has helped us...

We've got some exciting plans coming up over the next few months, and we'd love for you to be the first to hear about them. Sign up to our newsletter to get news, workshop dates and audio treats straight into your inbox. Head to ➡ www.soundyard.org/contact and scroll down to subscribe.

Summer at SOUNDYARD. The benefits of a lovely concrete box means our space stays nice and cool this time of year! And it's available to hire, we've hosted film screenings, workshops, meetings and more. Head to ➡ www.soundyard.org/studio to find out more, or email us at [email protected]

We're heading back to Hembsy this weekend for our first meet-up for The Holiday Makers project. A new audio documentary we're co-creating with the local community, gathering memories of the former Pontins holiday park. There's still time to take part - email us at [email protected]

Come and set up your professional podcast with us! We've supported a range of businesses and organisations, from individual business owners, to modelling agencies, multi-arts venues and national property management companies. Head to our website to find out more ➡️ www.soundyard.org/services

Just a few spots left for our podcasting workshop this Saturday. You'll learn with us (hello!) and a small group of like-minded podcasters, all in our welcoming studio space. Book a place here: soundyard.as.me/schedule/674...

Do you know someone with a tale to tell? Our Spoken Stories package gives you professionally crafted audio recordings that document the important moments in life. Makes a perfect gift for a relative, friend or colleague, or to tell your own story. Find out more ➡ www.soundyard.org/spokenstories

Last chance to vote for us in this year's Norfolk Arts Awards! Voting closes tomorrow: www.surveymonkey.com/r/Y3BDY3Z

Thanks to BBC news for talking to us about our new project The Holiday Makers. We are gathering memories of the former Pontins holiday park in Hemsby on the Norfolk coast, as part of a new podcast documentary we're creating over the summer. Read all about it here: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Looking to develop a podcast? Want to take your existing show to new heights? Why not join us for our next podcasting workshop, this time with an afternoon slot! Saturday 14th June, 1pm-4pm Suitable for all levels of experience. For more details and to book head to ➡ www.soundyard.org/workshops

We had a lovely team trip to Hemsby here in Norfolk this week, scouting some locations for an exciting new community audio project... (Just a little disappointed we couldn't get any donuts!🥯)

New episode of GASBAGS podcast is out! It's been a minute but we are back in the SOUNDYARD studio, drinking a can and having a gas, sharing our Good Bits/Bad Bits/Found Sound and swapping podcast recommendations. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts: gasbags.buzzsprout.com/2298561/epis...

🎥 Looking to film your podcast or audio record? We've got a couple of snazzy little 5.3k video cameras available in the studio. We also offer a full service package for filming content, and editing services for both audio and video - for more info drop us a message or email [email protected]

We are thrilled to have been nominated for this year's Broadcast & Media Award, as part of The Norfolk Arts Awards. The public vote is now open, and we would love it if you'd vote for us. Voting closes on Saturday 31st May, and you can find the voting form here ➡ www.surveymonkey.com/r/Y3BDY3Z

🎙 GASBAGS IS BACK! After a pretty extended break we're releasing a new episode soon. GASBAGS is a podcast where we navigate running our not-for-profit business and podcasting studio. Head to www.soundyard.org/gasbags or make sure you're subscribed wherever you get your podcasts.

📣 Last chance to book! Develop a Podcast is an immersive 3-hour session, designed for all levels of experience. You'll learn with us and a small group of like-minded podcasters, all in our welcoming and accessible studio space. Saturday 26th April, 10am-1pm Book here ➡ www.soundyard.org/workshops

🎙We've been loving working with the team at Sandra Reynolds Model Agency to develop their new podcast series. The first two episodes of The Business of Modelling are out now wherever you listen to your podcasts. Interested in creating your own? Find out more here ➡ www.soundyard.org/services

We're hosting our next podcasting workshop in a couple of weeks. An immersive session for all levels of experience, from beginners to seasoned podcasters! Saturday 26th April, 10am-1pm here at SOUNDYARD Places are £75 For more details and to book a place head to ➡️ www.soundyard.org/workshops

Come on in! Our bright and welcoming space is available to hire for workshops, screenings, events, meetings, filming and more... We also offer a discount for community groups and other non-profits. Head to ➡ www.soundyard.org/studio to find out more, or email us at [email protected]

Are you looking for a very special gift for Mother's Day? Our Spoken Stories package provides professionally crafted audio recordings that document those important moments and memories. Making a beautiful present for a maternal figure in your life. Find out more ➡ www.soundyard.org/spokenstories

Calling all budding podcasters! Join us for our next podcasting workshop. Suitable for all levels of experience, whether you've got a new idea for a podcast, or you want to develop your existing show. Saturday 26th April, 10am-1pm For more details and to book head to ➡ www.soundyard.org/workshops

🌿This time last year we were supporting writer Daisy Henwood and musician Milly Hirst with audio recording and editing for Kinship - a poetry and sound project inspired by the Sweet Briar Marshes on the outskirts of Norwich. Take a listen to the final piece: nnfestival.org.uk/schools-and-...

Set up your professional podcast with us! Our business podcast packages give you everything you need, with a three tier option for different budgets. We’ll help you to create exciting content that will engage customers, and lead the conversation in your field. Head to ➡️ soundyard.org/services

The final episode of season one of Forgive Me Lucie is out tomorrow! A confessional podcast presented by performer @lucieisle.bsky.social, where she interviews a range of talented LGBTQIA+ and allied guests. Produced by us here at SOUNDYARD, listen back to all episodes ➡ podcast.lucieisle.co.uk

Should kids rule the world? We're pretty convinced! Sharing a snippet we recorded last year as part of our Spoken Stories service, giving a beautiful insight into the world of a six year old. Head to our website to find out more ➡ www.soundyard.org/spokenstories

We've had some brilliant feedback from our recent workshop participants, thank you so much for sharing! Our next 'Develop a Podcast' workshop is on Saturday 26th April, 10am-1pm, suitable for all levels of experience. For more details and to book a space head to ➡ www.soundyard.org/workshops

Looking for a professional podcast for your business, charity or organisation? We've created some new business podcast packages! We’ll help you to create exciting content that will engage your customers, and lead the conversation in your field of business. Find out more ➡️ www.soundyard.org/services

We're down to the last couple of places for our next podcasting workshop! Join us for an immersive 3-hour session, designed for both beginners and seasoned podcasters who want to refine their craft. Sunday 9th February. For more details and to book a space head to ➡ www.soundyard.org/workshops

If you're looking for a space for an event or workshop this year, why not hire our production hub. Last year we hosted film screenings, writing workshops and loads of wonderful community groups. Available from just £22.50ph. Head to ➡ www.soundyard.org/studio or email [email protected]

🎙️ Join us this February for our popular podcasting workshop. Hosted and led by us, audio producers/presenters Sophie Little and Anna Perrott, with a combined 30 years experience in broadcasting and audio making. Sun 9 Feb, 10am-1pm at SOUNDYARD Find out more and book: www.soundyard.org/workshops

As we head into the new year, we want to take a moment to say thank you. Here's some photos from when we were renovating our space back in 2023, it's amazing to reflect on how far we've come, and we couldn't have done it without the community around us! Looking forward to seeing what 2025 brings...

❄️ Season’s greetings from the SOUNDYARD team! We're taking a little festive break but will be back with some exciting plans in January. Wishing everyone who celebrates a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year.

Looking for an extra special Christmas present? There's still time to get the introductory offer price on our Spoken Stories package! A timeless gift that will give you or a loved one professionally crafted audio recordings that document their life stories ➡️ www.soundyard.org/spokenstories

🎙️ New Year, New Podcast? Our popular podcasting workshop is back in January. This immersive session is designed for both beginners and seasoned podcasters who want to refine their craft. Sunday 9th February, 10am-1pm SOUNDYARD, Norwich Find out more ➡️ www.soundyard.org/workshops

We all have something special in our lives, something that brings us joy, that we come back to time and time again. Here's Rachel speaking about her love of dance as part of her own Spoken Story. Find out more and listen to more Spoken Stories here ➡ www.soundyard.org/spokenstories