This live webcam shows the atrium area of The Forum in Norwich with the church of St Peter Mancroft viewed in the background. Norwich's £65m development, The Forum was officially opened by the Queen in July 2002. It took two years, more than 1,500 lorry loads of concrete and nearly half a million bricks to create the striking building in the heart of the city. Boasting a Learning Shop and Tourist Information centre, The Forum's atrium hosts concerts, jazz brunches and stand-up nights from the Comedy Store. In June 2003, it also became home to the headquarters of BBC East. For the first time BBC New Media, Radio and Television production in the region will come together under one roof. One of the building's most significant features is the city's long-awaited Millennium library. Seven years ago 170,000 books were lost when a blaze destroyed Norwich's previous library. The new library houses more than 600,000 items including books, videos and CDs. The public will also have access to 85 computers. 
Discovering Origins |
The Forum is also home to the Origins visitor attraction which explores the history of Norwich and Norfolk, including the people, dialect and landscape. The interactive displays cost £2.5 million and the attraction hopes to draw 140,000 visitors a year. It features England's first panoramic film shown on a 180 degree screen. Don't miss: 360° interactive view of approach to The Forum | 
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