Celebrating 80 Years of Supporting Older People in Norwich

This year has been a truly special one for Age UK Norwich as we proudly celebrated our 80th birthday, marking eight decades of dedicated support for older people across our city.

Our anniversary year brought together supporters, partners, volunteers and members of the community through a series of memorable events. From our 80th Birthday Garden Party, which welcomed people together to celebrate in true community spirit, to our ’80 Years in the Making’ exhibition, sharing stories and reflections from across our history, each event highlighted the impact Age UK Norwich has had, and continues to have, in the lives of older people.

Alongside these celebrations, we were also incredibly grateful to see the generosity of our supporters shine through multiple fundraising events held throughout the year. 

Thanks to this amazing support, we are delighted to say that we reached the £80,000 fundraising target we set ourselves to mark our 80th year – a fantastic achievement that will help us continue supporting older people across Norwich.

While our 80th birthday gave us the opportunity to reflect, the past year has also shown just how essential our services remain today.

As Norwich’s older population continues to rise, so too does the demand for our services. More people are living longer and facing challenges such as loneliness, financial worries and health concerns. For many, Age UK Norwich is a lifeline.

Our support does not end with our 80th year. In fact, it is needed now more than ever.

Speaking about the year ahead, Dan Skipper, Chief Executive Officer of Age UK Norwich, said “Celebrating our 80th birthday has been a wonderful opportunity to reflect on our history and the incredible support we receive from our community. As we look ahead into the new year and beyond, our focus is firmly on the future. Demand for our services continues to grow, and we are committed to being there for older people across Norwich. With continued support, we can build on our legacy and ensure no older person feels alone or unsupported.”

None of this would be possible without the kindness and commitment of our supporters. We would like to say a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has supported Age UK Norwich throughout our 80th year including our volunteers, donors, fundraisers, corporate partners, supporters and staff.

Your time, generosity and belief in our work have helped change lives, strengthen our community and ensure older people in Norwich feel valued and supported. Every contribution, big or small, has made a lasting difference.

As we move forward into 2026, we are asking our supporters to continue standing with Age UK Norwich. Your support helps us respond to growing demand and ensures older people across the city can access vital services, advice and companionship when they need it most.