Playing For Cake

02/06/2026

If you’re looking for something to do tomorrow, pop along to The Hub for a very special sing-along!

It’s time for our Sing-along-a-Forties-SUBs D-Day commemoration with the wonderful Sheringham Ukulele Band!!!! 🎖️🎸

Expect a sprinkling of sass and everything drizzled with harmony as we travel back in time together.

All ages and abilities are welcome! Whether you’re a regular or it’s your first time, come and share the joy of singing with us. Singing make you better!

🕒 3.30pm–5pm
📍 The Hub

More info: https://playingforcake.uk/sessions/singing-for-health-harmony-and-happiness/

See you there, Cakers! 🍰✨

01/06/2026

Looking for a friendly singing session in Aylsham? 🎶✨

We're a mixed ability, friendly and supportive group that will give you a warm welcome! We use a variety of song styles and genres to maximise engagement and enjoyment while helping people gain confidence singing with others and increasing physical and social activities.

We start with gentle physical and vocal warm-ups, then explore songs with rounds, harmonies, and simple parts, all in a welcoming, supportive space. It's a wonderful way to boost confidence and meet new friends!!!!

Join us for our next session!

📍 Where: The Salvation Army Hall, Mill Road, Aylsham, NR11 6DU
⏰ When: Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, 2.30 pm – 4.00 pm (Singing starts at 3:00)

Full details here: https://playingforcake.uk/sessions/health-harmony-happiness/

29/05/2026

A lovely offer!

We’ve been contacted by someone wishing to pass on her late husband’s Yamaha grand piano to a good home - ideally to an instrument enthusiast, a school, a community group, or a church that would truly make use of it.

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If you, or someone you know, could give this beautiful instrument the care and regular playing it deserves, let us know and we’ll connect you.

Let’s help this piano find its next musical chapter. 🎶

29/05/2026

🎉 Ten Years, Extra Sprinkles! 🎉

Last week we marked Playing for Cake’s 10th birthday with a big, sing at The Sanctuary at St Andrews Methodist Church as part of the Creative Sheringham Festival - and it was everything we hoped for and more.

120 people joined us for stories, songs and (of course) plenty of cake. Inspired by the late Tommy Bell’s idea to bring all our groups together, the event blended heartfelt moments from our Cakers with performances from the Aylsham and North Walsham groups, The SUBs, The Cupcakes, and a very special debut from our youth choir, The Lobstars!

What an afternoon!! What a celebration!!

A massive thank you for everyone involved!!!

29/05/2026

Ever felt that sudden burst of courage when your favourite song comes on? 🎶

It’s what we're going to call ‘Micro-Bravery’!!!! That moment when you get so lost in the music that the worries of the world just... float away. ☁️

And there is a science behind this! When we’re singing together, the music creates this beautiful ‘safe space’ where we feel brave enough to take those tiny risks: like trying a new song or finally letting that voice be heard outside of the house!

Want to read more about the science behind these brave little moments? Pop over to our blog post: https://playingforcake.uk/drop-the-beat-for-micro-bravery/

28/05/2026

A great question!

🩷 What's the song that makes you feel at home? 🩵

Home isn’t always a place.

⚽ Sometimes it's a first dance. A football chant. An school hymn. That 7" that was always on the record player at parties...

🥰 Music can reconnect someone to who they are, even as dementia progresses.

Think about the songs that shaped your story..... then help someone else rediscover theirs.

👉 Find out how to build meaningful playlists by visiting our 'Things to Try' section on our Music for Dementia website.

28/05/2026

It’s time to find your voice and breathe a little easier!!!!

Our Stronger Breaths, Brighter Voices sessions in North Walsham are a warm, welcoming space for anyone living with lung conditions, Parkinson’s, or those simply wanting to improve their breathing and voice quality!!!!

Led by professionals, these sessions focus on health through the joy of singing: it's a wonderful way to boost confidence and meet new friends!!!!

📍 Where: North Walsham Sports Centre, Spenser Avenue (NR28 9HZ)
⏰ When: Fridays, 10:15 am – 11:45 am
📅 Dates: Running until July 10th (Note: no session on May 22nd)

Full details here: https://playingforcake.uk/sessions/stronger-voices-better-breaths-2/

26/05/2026

Find your voice King’s Lynn!!!! 🎶✨
Our Singing for Breathing sessions are a wonderful way to boost your wellbeing. We’d love for you to join our friendly community! Whether you’re living with a lung condition, Parkinson’s, or simply want to strengthen your breathing and voice quality, this supportive space is for YOU.

Led by trained professionals, our sessions are all about joy and connection. We always start with refreshments and a proper catch‑up, so pop along at 12.30 pm to settle in before we begin! ☕️😊

📍 Where: Hall 1, The Gaywood Church Rooms, Gayton Rd, King’s Lynn, PE30 4DZ
⏰ When: Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday
🕑 Time: 12.30 pm – 2.30 pm

All abilities are welcome and no previous experience is needed! Just pop along and see how singing makes you better!

26/05/2026

If you’re looking for something to do tomorrow, pop along to The Hub for a sing-along!

It’s time for Maytime Melodies with the wonderful Emma Ewins!!!! 🌸✨

We’re bringing a sprinkling of radiance and a side dish of smiles to the session. It’s going to be a beautiful afternoon of uplifting songs!

All ages and abilities are welcome!

🕒 3.30pm–5pm
📍 The Hub

More info: https://playingforcake.uk/sessions/singing-for-health-harmony-and-happiness/

24/05/2026

Take a deep breath and find your voice in Long Stratton!!!! 🎶✨

Our 'Singing for Breathing' sessions are a wonderful way to boost your wellbeing. We’d love for you to join our friendly community! Whether you’re living with a lung condition, Parkinson’s, or simply want to strengthen your breathing and voice quality, this supportive space is for YOU.

Led by trained professionals, our sessions are all about joy and connection. We always start with refreshments and a proper catch-up, so pop along at 2.30 pm to settle in before we begin! ☕️😊

📍 Where: Long Stratton Village Hall, Ipswich Road, NR15 2TA
⏰ When: Every 1st & 3rd Wednesday!)
🕑 Time: 2.30 pm – 4.00 pm

All abilities are welcome and no previous experience is needed! Just pop along and see how singing makes you better!