Norwich 2023
Norwich's current and past Sheriffs were delighted to host the 2023 National Association of City and Town's Sheriffs of England and Wales' Annual General Meeting and Conference Weekend.
Friday 29th September to Sunday 1st October 2023
Thank you to the photographers who kindly submitted their pictures to capture the event and keep it relevant. Professional photographer, Robert Yardley (Lichfield), and Canon Alan Hughes and Susan Hughes (Berwick).
Friday 29th September
The Welcome Reception was held at
Norwich Castle
Delegates were welcomed into Norwich Castle by Snap the Dragon. Norwich Guild of Saint George created a dragon to parade on St George’s Day in the 14thC, it was also used to welcome each new Mayor, a tradition which continues today.
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Saturday 30th September, Annual General Meeting
The AGM at the City Hall was chaired by David Brown. The links below are for the Agenda, the Proposed Amendments to the Constitution, the Draft Minutes
(subject to adoption in 2024) and the Chair's Report
After coffee, delegates took their seats to participate in a stimulating debate and discussion about NACTSEW matters!
Saturday Afternoon
After lunch there was a choice of excursions for the afternoon.
Free time to explore the city, an open top bus tour, a guided tour of Norwich Cathedral or a visit to Norwich's Museums
Saturday evening's Dinner was held at Blackfriars Hall
(the largest surviving friary complex in England, dating back to 14thC)
In true NACTSEW form, a good time was had by all
The evening proved helpful in raising a total of £1,152 for The Civic named Charity - Norfolk Community Foundation -
follow the link below for more information
St Peter Mancroft Church has stood in the heart of Norwich for almost 600 years
Sunday 1st October
Sheriffs and delegates paraded to St Peter Mancroft Church in the heart of Norwich's City Centre for Sung Eucharist followed by light refreshments
And, finally......
the 'Great NACTSEW Photograph' 2023
