Leaping Hare

14/08/2026

✨ NEW STOCK ALERT! ✨

We’ve had some lovely new pieces arrive in the shop this week from two of our talented makers — and they’re looking rather gorgeous! 💚

Becky from The Tulip House has brought us a fabulous new selection of her beautiful textile creations. Using raw edge appliqué and free motion embroidery, Becky creates wonderfully characterful pieces — just look at those cushions! 🐇🐦

And we’ve restocked the gorgeous natural cotton coiled rope baskets from Debbie Regent. Made using cotton sourced in the UK, they’re sturdy, practical and rather lovely to look at too. Perfect for storage, gifts or — as we keep thinking — filled with other Leaping Hare goodies to make a very special hamper! 🤗

Pop in and have a browse — there’s lots of lovely new stock appearing in the shop at the moment.

And keep an eye on our page… we have another brand-new maker to introduce to you tomorrow! 👀💚

05/08/2026

....we have a winner!

The readers of AboutThetfordMagazine have been voting and they have chosen "Snowy Thetford Town" by Neil James Garrod as their favourite to take pride of place on the front cover of next year's calendar. Neil also wins £100 cash prize.

The calendars are now in production and should be with us and on sale late September ❤️

01/08/2026

It's here...

The August edition of About Thetford has started arriving, and we're delighted to see the first glimpse of A Walk with Dave in print.

This very special painting by local artist Emily Chapman tells a story that means a great deal to many people in Thetford.

When you pick up a copy, we'd love to hear what you think - or read it online. aboutthetford.co.uk/digitsl-magazine/august-2026/

The limited edition print officially launches on Tuesday 4 August.



About Thetford Magazine

28/07/2026

Something rather special is arriving...

We've been working quietly behind the scenes on the next chapter of our collaboration with local artist Emily Chapman.

We can't wait to share it with you.

Coming 4th August.

28/07/2026

You have until close of play Friday to get your vote in... 🥰

Time is running out to pick your winner of the Thetford Calendar Competition 2027!

Email [email protected] with the number of your favourite photo by Friday, 31st July - you can see the photos below, in the middle of July's About Thetford, or on our website 👇

https://aboutthetford.co.uk/thetford-news/thetford-calendar-competition-choose-your-winner/

With Leaping Hare and Lawsons Estate Agents

28/07/2026

☀️ Fresh stock has arrived! ☀️

Great to catch up with Emily O'Connor | Stationery and Paper Goods and have a beautiful top-up of her gorgeous cards, notepads, bookmarks, gift wrap AND for the first time her stunning coasters!

Every design begins as an original gouache painting. Inspired by flowers, tea, cats and cake, Emily's creations are full of charm and made to bring a smile.

Pop in and discover your new favourite card....and don't forget to check out the gorgeous new coasters while you're here! 🌸☕🐱

24/07/2026

A Ruby Anniversary deserves something truly unforgettable...

When Kath came to see us, she was looking for a very special gift to celebrate her sister Sheila and brother-in-law Tel's Ruby Wedding Anniversary – something that couldn't be bought off the shelf.

Corinne sat down with Kath to learn all about their lives, their memories, the little things that make their story unique. She then worked with talented local potter Brett Straight, who brought those treasured moments to life in this stunning hand-painted commemorative plate.

Every detail has meaning. Every brushstroke tells part of their story. And the result? A one-of-a-kind keepsake that will be cherished for years to come. ❤️

If you're searching for a gift that's completely personal, lovingly handcrafted, and unlike anything anyone else will have, we'd love to help make it happen.

Pop into Leaping Hare and let's create something truly special together.

22/07/2026

Huge congratulations to Essex Cultural Diversity Project and everyone involved in this year's Festival of Thetford & Punjab. An absolute delight as always, and a joy to see Thetford full of colour, vibrancy and community 😍

17/07/2026

Had a fantastic time at the launch of the Festival of Thetford & Punjab. Thoroughly enjoyable performance by Ancient House Museum's super talented History Club 🥰

https://essexcdp.com/event/ftap/

Cultural Diversity Project