Discover Norwich's community spaces

Spaces that bring people together

Norwich City Council owns a variety of community buildings across the city, most of which are managed independently by charities and social enterprises. Each is designed to support local activities, events, and initiatives. These spaces are available for hire and cater to a wide range of needs -from small meetings to large gatherings.

But that’s just the beginning. Beyond council-owned venues, the city is home to many other community-run spaces, all listed on Lumi, Norwich’s go-to platform for finding and sharing local resources.

What’s available?

• Community spaces: From community centres to rooms and other facilities for hire.
• Parks and open spaces: Ideal for outdoor events, community gardening, or casual meetups.
• Norman Centre: A flagship venue with versatile spaces for sports, meetings, and social events.
• Asset transfers: Opportunities for community groups to take on the management of council-owned buildings.

Why use a community space?

• Affordable and accessible: many spaces are low-cost or free to use.
• Locally rooted: located in neighbourhoods across Norwich, making them easy to reach.
• Flexible use: from yoga classes to birthday parties, these spaces adapt to your needs.
• Supportive environment: managed by people who care about community wellbeing.

How to book

To explore available venues, check out the listings on Lumi, where you can filter by location, type of space, and availability. You’ll also find helpful guides and contact details to make booking simple. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, email community@norwich.gov.uk and we’ll be happy to advise of any spaces which meet your needs.