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Their words: what kids really think of online schoolWhat if you're too scared to put your hand up in class, too exhausted to get out of bed, struggle with SEN, or too busy playing golf? Four kids explain why they made the switch and what they think of life at InterHigh, an online school.
City slickin': what's on in London this summerLondon's shaking off the lockdown cobwebs with a host of awesome events. Bag yourself the best tickets now with our guide to what's on in the capital.
Best Summer Beaches in NorfolkSummer's coming (no, really, it is!) so we've got the inside scoop on the best Norfolk beaches for all tastes. Buckets at the ready! Just add ice and champagne. Well what else is that bucket for?!
Super Flashy Newsflash!17th century house turned 21st century gallery, shopping with soul, trailblazing rock stars, film crews wherever you look and TOWIE on the beach - it's all going on in Norfolk!
What's On This Month in NorfolkSpring is sprung and there's a whole lot of good stuff coming into flower! We've cherry picked the best of what's on around Norfolk in the merry, merry month of May!

Well, hello!

I'm Cate, editor of Muddy Norfolk, here to bring you the quirky, cool and downright unmissable in the area.

Gotta Have It

15 must-have accessories for outdoor dining in style

Out with the scratched melamine, in with stylish cups, cocktail shakers, candelabra, and cutlery. Here's our guide to the wow accessories that will make your alfresco meal sparkle

The most coveted awards for indie businesses across 25 counties. Vote from 6th July!

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Chicken and mango salad with chilli lime dressing

Balmy summer days call for quick, easy and light lunches like this chicken and mango salad, ready in just 20 minutes. Pair with Naked Wines at 63% off.
- Wild mushroom and artichoke tagliatelle
  
  Veggies, pasta, wine: all the food groups represented. Rustle up this earthy, vegan dish in under an hour and enjoy in the sunshine with a glass of wine (at 63% off from Naked Wines).
- Cook this speedy summery recipe tonight!
  
  From River Cottage king HFW, this Moroccan spiced lamb and tabbouleh dish is fragrant, herby and perfect for summer scoffing PLUS pair with Naked Wines at 63% off.
Wellbeing
- Easy! Buy these, and sleep better
  
  Having trouble sleeping? Us and half the world right now! Here's what the Muddy team have in their shopping baskets to help with some much-needed shut-eye.
- Five ways to become more Zen
  
  Whether it's social anxiety about lockdown ending, or panic that it's not coming soon enough, a new book claims the ancient art of Zen will see us through. Ready to try it?

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Top 10 things to watch this week

We know it’s still light outside but if you’ve no midsummer parties planned, why don’t you come inside, put the kettle on and settle down to some excellent television?
- Pass the remote: here’s what to watch this week
  
  Too much time in the sun? Crack out the ice cream and cool down with a killer crop of telly this week. From sewing finales to father's day fodder to the big new Pixar film, here's what to watch.
- It’s TV time! What to watch this week
  
  Roll up! Roll up! We've got true crime documentaries, international football tournaments, fab Netflix films and the Norse God of Mischief for you this week. Pop open the popcorn and settle in.

Little Black Book

Want to support local? Our curated pick of the most creative, unique and brilliant businesses near you.

Re.Source General Store and Café, Norwich

The Dun Cow, Salthouse

Rooftop Gardens, Norwich

Warwick Street Social, Norwich

Heydon Village Tea Room

The Unthank Arms, Norwich

Gyre & Gimble, Norwich

Glide Surf School, Cromer

L'Hexagone, Norwich

The Gangway, Cromer

Wiveton Hall Café, Shop & Fruit Farm

The White Horse, Brancaster

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Best pub gardens in Norfolk

OK people, time to renew our gin membership! Social drinking is back and we’re taking it outside. Well what did you think going out, out meant?Pints and prosecco a go-go! So where are we meeting?
- Top 50 gastropubs 2021 revealed
  
  What better week for the reveal of the country's best gastropubs than the start of lockdown easing? Here are the 5 winners in and around Norfolk - phones at the ready to bag your table.
- Try this light but warming spring supper
  
  Hugh Fearnley Whittingstall's healthy take on this Scottish fish soup makes for a quick and hearty but healthy supper that's perfect for cool spring evenings.

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Revealed! The winner of our £1,000 Tide competition

Last year wasn’t all a disaster! Meet Joanne Cuckson, founder of an innovative job search website, and find out how she plans to use her winnings to increase gender diversity in her sector.
Kids
- Their words: what kids really think of online school
  
  What if you're too scared to put your hand up in class, too exhausted to get out of bed, struggle with SEN, or too busy playing golf? Four kids explain why they made the switch and what they think of life at InterHigh, an online school.
- 9 reasons to book Cloud Nine Glamping right now!
  
  Running out of booze, lost corkscrews…we remember the Girl Guides. Never fear! Cloud Nine is aaaall the best bits of camping with a pretty damn cool family festival vibe and lashings of luxury.

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Fashion View more
Rent your clothes like Carrie!

Ethical, eco and everywhere – with Carrie Symonds showing us how to work a sustainable wardrobe, here’s where you can rewear, repair and renew your clothes in style.
- Best swimwear for 2021
  
  Nothing says summer like new swimwear. Who cares if it's the Med or the back garden, it's time to splash out. Whether it's eco, floral, striped, shaping, nautical or sporty, we've found your perfect bikini or swimsuit.
- Sunglasses to suit your face shape
  
  The weather's perked up - time for new sunnies! We have you covered with our guide to the hottest frames to suit your face shape this summer. Just don't sit on them.

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- How to get that perfect sun-kissed glow
  
  Forget pale and interesting... we're channelling the St Tropez vibe, minus the orange tint. Here are some lotions and potions for a natural-looking tan without the UV damage
- Affordable French skincare for va-va-voom glow
  
  We've unearthed eight French pharmacy brands with that certain je ne sais quoi. Here's your passport to a natural glow a la Marion Cotillard... and the best bit? It won't break the bank

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My Favourite Places: Salt Interior Design’s Holly Pagani

Muddy catches up with interior designer Holly on her top spots across the county – from hidden gastro gems to Alpaca walking.
- Six lockdown heroines to celebrate IWD
  
  It’s been a bit of a year so to mark International Women’s Day 2021, we thought we’d big up six women who have impressed, delighted and inspired us over the past 12 months.
- The talented locals behind The Indie Store
  
  We're all about supporting local. Let's meet the people behind the brands and find out what inspired them to make it happen.

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9 reasons to book Cloud Nine Glamping right now!

Running out of booze, lost corkscrews…we remember the Girl Guides. Never fear! Cloud Nine is aaaall the best bits of camping with a pretty damn cool family festival vibe and lashings of luxury.
- 27 of the best beaches in East Anglia
  
  Summer's coming (no, really, it is!) so we've got the inside scoop on the best East Anglian beaches for all tastes. Buckets at the ready, sandwiches packed, bring on the sun!
- Top places to stop on your way to Cornwall and the South West
  
  Driving down to your staycation and need somewhere to have lunch, walk the dog, let the kids run or even take a nap? We've sniffed out the best places to stop near the south-west's major routes.