It brings together lived‑experience voices, support services, professionals and the wider community to challenge stigma, show that recovery is possible and creates a welcoming space where people can connect, find support or just have fun!
What to expect:
Outside the Forum: You will find face painting, children’s entertainers, street performers and lived‑experience acts who bring creativity and music into the outdoor space.
Inside the Atrium: You will experience the beating heart of the festival, where lived‑experience organisations, projects and artwork will be showcased. You’ll see the extraordinary ‘Recovery Tree’ - a life-sized tree which will play host to festival goers’ messages of hope, strength, remembrance or reflection.
In the Gallery: A supportive information hub where organisations and partners offer clear information, friendly guidance and straightforward routes into local support options.
Why RecoveryFest Exists
RecoveryFest is shaped by people with lived experience of mental health and drug or alcohol challenges. People across Norfolk shared that these experiences often overlap yet support tends to be offered separately, creating gaps. They also highlighted the need for stronger peer support, clearer pathways, reduced stigma and better awareness of available help.
Lived experience is at the heart of RecoveryFest. People with lived experience lead the aims, design and feel of the event. The festival aims to make recovery visible, valued and heard — challenging stereotypes, building understanding and encouraging people who may be struggling to seek support.
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