Posted By: Richard White, 24 February 2010
Fantastic news!
Norwich is one of four cities shortlisted to become the first ever UK City of Culture in 2013.
With the winner announced in the summer, Writers’ Centre Norwich looks forward to continuing to support the bid led by Norwich City Council and the City of Norwich Partnership.
Our director, Chris Gribble, said:
“We are delighted at Norwich’s shortlisting for UK City of Culture. As the UK’s first International City of Refuge and with a bid to become England’s first UNESCO City of Literature well underway, the UK City of Culture accreditation would be well-deserved recognition for a vibrant, thriving and creative city.”
Culture Minister Margaret Hodge made the announcement earlier today, confirming Birmingham, Derry/Londonderry and Sheffield as the three other contenders.
Margaret Hodge said:
“Huge congratulations to the four cities in the final running for the 2013 UK City of Culture. It’s a testament to their hard work – and dedication to culture – that they’ve come so far in what has proven to be a very tough competition. I’m really pleased that we attracted such a strong and varied field. It just goes to show the richness of culture across the UK.”
Find out more:
Eastern Daily Press article
News from the City of Norwich
Official press release
