For generations a little stone fox has been quietly hidden within the ancient architecture of Norwich Cathedral, but this summer the character is stepping out of the stonework to tell children about the Cathedral’s story.
The stone carving found in one of the Cathedral’s archways is the inspiration for Flint the Fox, a new character who will help families explore the 900-year-old Cathedral.
Flint the Fox was first introduced during a Follow the Fox Children’s Activity Day in July, and this month a Cathedral Alphabet Children’s Activity Day will be taking place on Thursday 15 August when F will be for fox!
During the summer holidays there is also a free Cloister Club for primary school-aged children every Tuesday with different free activities to enjoy each week, meanwhile on Thursdays under sevens can enjoy a special Fox’s Tales story time session.
In addition to this, families visiting the Cathedral can pick up a Follow the Fox trail leaflet to help them explore the Cathedral independently and Flint is also the new face of the Cathedral’s Explorer Backpacks which children aged five to 11 years old can borrow. The bags are packed full of items to help children engage with the Cathedral, including a set of binoculars, a torch, magnifying glass, compass, tape measure and mirror.
Clare Williams, the Cathedral’s Head of Schools and Family Learning, said: “We are delighted to introduce Flint the Fox to everyone this summer and beyond. We hope this will add to the feeling that the Cathedral is a place for all ages to explore and enjoy.
“Flint’s story is something which can capture the imagination and encourage greater engagement for our younger visitors. Watch this space for much more Flint fun to come!”
For more about Flint the Fox and all the activities taking place at the Cathedral this summer, visit cathedral.org.uk
