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12 12 2.0 TDCi Titanium AWD 163PS APP,19”, B/T Midnight Sky, 3k...£19,995
09 09 1.6 Zetec 5Dr, Silver, 28k .................................................................£8,995
12 62 1.0 Zetec 5Dr, Conv & App Pack, Candy Red, Demo ....................£16,99511 61 1.6 Zetec 5Dr, Moondust Silver, 5k ..................................................£11,99509 09 1.6 Titanium 5Dr, Moondust Silver, 25k ............................................£8,99509 09 1.6 Titanium 5Dr, Sea Grey, 18k........................................................£8,69510 60 1.6 Zetec 5Dr Panther Black, 12k ......................................................£8,49509 59 1.6 Zetec 5Dr ESTATE, Vision Blue, 9k .............................................£8,49509 59 1.6 Zetec S 5Dr, Body kit etc, B/T, Silver, 33k .....................................£SOLD09 09 1.6 Zetec 5Dr, Vision Blue, 16k ..........................................................£SOLD09 09 1.6 Zetec 5Dr, Silver, 35k.....................................................................£7,395
12 62 1.0 Zetec 5Dr, (100ps) Ford Sync, City Pack, Silver, Demo ..............£14,995
09 09 1.4 Zetec 5Dr , Moondust Silver, 26k ....................................................£6,79507 56 1.6 Zetec Climate, 5Dr, AUTO, Moondust Silver, 31k ..........................£4,795
11 11 1.4 Zetec 5Dr AUTO, Vision Blue, 4k ........................................................£POA12 61 1.25 Zetec 5Dr, B/T & Spare (82PS) Moondust Silver, 11k .................£9,595 11 11 1.25 Zetec 5Dr, Midnight Sky, B/T & USB, (82PS) 8k, .........................£9,29509 59 1.4 Titanium, 5Dr, Ocean Blue, 20k ...................................................£8,69509 59 1.4 Zetec 5Dr AUTO, Hot Magenta, 28k ...............................................£7,99508 08 1.25 Zetec 5Dr, Moondust Silver, 15k ...................................................£5,495
12 62 1.2 Zetec 3Dr, Bluetooth, Dive, Demo ............................................£9,995
07 07 2.0 TDCi 130PS Titanium, Grey, 36k .............................................£5,495
12 61 CORSA 1.4 SE 5Dr, Tec Grey 12k.......................................................£8,99511 11 CORSA 1.2 SXi 5Dr, A/C,F/L MDL ,Star Silver, 7k .............................£7,99510 60 AGILA 1.2 SE AUTO Silver, 7k .............................................................£7,49511 11 CORSA 1.2 Club, 5Dr, A/C, Silver, 21k ...............................................£6,995
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11 11 1.6 Zetec 5Dr, Ink Blue, 1k ............................................................£13,995
10 10 1.6 Zetec 5Dr, Ocean Blue, 3k.........................................................£9,99508 58 1.6 Zetec 5Dr, Tango Red, 27k........................................................£6,995
11 11 1.6 TDCi Titanium 5Dr Lunar Sky Demo......................................£17,995
09 09 1.6 TDCi Titanium Estate RPS, Silver, 7k.........................................£13,99509 09 1.6 TDCi Titanium 5dr + RPS Vision Blue, 39k.................................£POA09 09 1.6 TDCi Zetec Estate + RPS Ocean Blue, 16k................................£9,29509 09 1.6 Titanium 5dr, Tango Red, 28k .....................................................£9,29509 09 1.6 Zetec 5Dr, Ocean Blue, 23k.........................................................£8,29508 58 1.6 Zetec 5Dr, Chill, 28k .....................................................................£SOLD08 58 1.8 Style Estate, Morello, 17k ............................................................£7,19507 57 1.6 Ghia 5Dr, Auto, Tonic, 30k ...........................................................£6,69507 07 1.6 TDCi Zetec Climate 5Dr, Ocean Blue , 28k..................................£6,595
09 59 1.6 TDCi Zetec, 5Dr, Tango Red, 6k ..................................................£8,99508 08 1.6 Plus 5Dr, Ocean Blue, 26k...........................................................£6,49508 58 1.4 Zetec 5Dr, Panther Black, 22k......................................................£6,59507 57 1.4 Zetec 5dr, Silver, 20k ....................................................................£5,995
11 61 1.25 Zetec 5Dr + Bluetooth & USB, Mars Red Demo.......................£10,99510 60 1.4 TDCi (70PS) Zetec 5Dr, Silver, 7k ..................................................£10,69509 59 1.6 TDCi (92ps) Zetec 3Dr, Red, 24k........................................................£POA09 59 1.25 Style Plus 5Dr, Silver, 27k..............................................................£7,995
08 08 1.4 Zetec Climate 5Dr + Tech Pack, Silver, 18k..............................£6,29508 58 1.25 Zetec Climate 3Dr, Silver, 18k................................................£5,99508 08 1.25 Style Climate 5dr, Amethyst, 6k ............................................£5,995
11 61 1.2 Zetec 3Dr, Piste, 1k ...................................................................£9,79509 09 1.2 Style 3Dr, Scuba, 21k ...............................................................£6,39508 08 1.3 Zetec Climate 3Dr, Blue, 28k....................................................£SOLD
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08 15 1.4 ZETEC 5DR REAR SENSORS, SILVER, 10K .............. £8,995
06 18 1.0 ACTIVE X 5DR (125PS) LED H/L,MAGNETIC, 3K ...£18,99507 18 1.0 ACTIVE X 5DR,CD,S/WHEEL, MAGNETIC, 2K ........£16,995
01 19 1.0 TITANIUM X 5DR AUTO, CHROME BLUE, DEMO ..........POA05 18 1.0 125 TITANIUM 5DR R/P/S, SILVER, 8K ...................£13,79506 18 1.0 100PS ZETEC 5DR NAV, RUBY RED, 7K .................£12,49511 17 1.0 100PS ZETEC NAV 5DR, MAGNETIC, 5K ................£10,99511 17 1.1 85PS ZETEC 3DR, MAGNETIC , 5K .........................£10,49511 15 1.0 125PS TITANIUM 5DR, SILVER, 46K ......................... £8,495
07 18 1.2 ACTIVE 5DR (85PS), SMOKE GREY, 1K ..................£12,795
01 17 KA+ 1.2 ZETEC 5DR CITY PK, BLUE, 12K .........................POA09 16 KUGA 2.0TDCI TITANIUM, MAGNETIC, 25K .........................POA03 16 FIESTA 1.0 TITANIUM X , CANDY RED, 13K ................ON HOLD03 15 KA 1.2 TITANIUM 3DR, BLACK, 22K .....................................POA
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19 19 2.0 TDCi ST-LINE EDTION 2WD, MAGNETIC, 13K ........£19,99519 19 2.0 TDCI TITANIUM EDTION 2WD, MAGNETIC,10K .....£18,49516 66 2.0 TDCI TITANIUM 2WD SAT NAV, SILVER, 15K ..........£13,49514 63 2.0 TDCi TITANIUM 2WD APP PACK, MAGNETIC, 22K.. £9,495
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18 68 1.0 TITANIUM 5DR, PRIVACY, C/PAD, MAGNETIC, 2K .£16,99517 67 1.0 TITANIUM X 5DR NAV, SILVER, 14K ........................£12,99516 16 1.0 ZETEC EST 125PS R/P/S, BLUE, 12K ......................£10,995
17 66 1.0 TITANIUM 5DR, DEEP IMPACT BLUE, DUE IN ........£10,49516 66 1.0 ZETEC 5DR R/P/S, MOONDUST SILVER, DUE IN ..... £8,99513 13 1.0 TITANIUM 5DR, TECTONIC SILVER, 30K ................... £5,795
19 19 1.0 ST-LINE 5DR, SAT NAV, PRIV GLASS, BLUE, 10K..£13,49519 19 1.0 ST LINE 5DR, SAT NAV, PRIV, MAGNETIC, 9K ........£13,49518 18 1.0 ZETEC AUTO 5DR NAV , MAGNETIC, 7K ................£12,79518 18 1.0 TITANIUM 5DR R/P/S, MOONDUST SILVER, 15K ..£11,49516 66 1.0 TITANIUM 5DR AUTO CITY PK, SILVER, 27K ............ £9,99516 16 FIESTA 1.0 125PS TITANIUM 5DR, RACE RED, 22K ...... £7,99515 65 1.0 TITANIUM 5DR SAT NAV, SILVER, 43K ..................... £7,995
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Tony Andrews would often be seen striding the Walcott seafront disregarding the weather but with a very watchful eye on the tides. Tony was a respected Flood Warden with WEVA (Walcott Emergency Volunteer Association) an independent group who watched the incoming tides particularly when forecasts of flooding and risk of damage to homes and properties.
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Tony Andrews would often be seen striding the Walcott seafront disregarding the weather but with a very watchful eye on the tides. Tony was a respected Flood Warden with WEVA (Walcott Emergency Volunteer Association) an independent group who watched the incoming tides particularly when forecasts of flooding and risk of damage to homes and properties.
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Farmhand, Tony was respected for his knowledge and extreme kindness; a man with a sense of humour and a laugh to bring a smile to anybody but at the same time he would always be instigative of improvements on drainage, flooding and protection of the residents and businesses in the village. Tony was always willing to help residents by giving lifts, etc. in the area. If he spotted a problem he would attempt to put it right and was always willing to help with any situation that might occur with any resident.In 2018 Tony and Sylvia Andrews retired
from WEVA, due to ill health and age, but they never stopped helping others when needed. Last year Tony was diagnosed with cancer and put up an unbelievable fight, supported by his loving wife, Sylvia, and family and I was privileged to keep in touch regularly with Tony by phone, and although he was in pain he would shrug it off and always enjoyed a laugh and a good joke.Sadly, Tony Andrews passed away, peacefully, in the early hours of 23rd January with his wife Sylvia and family by his side. He will never be forgotten, leaving
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Hello my fellow dog lovers. Dare I say we are having a few tweaks of Spring? The catkins are on the trees and new shoots are appearing everywhere - a welcome sight for us doggie walkers, who can have a window of opportunity to walk our darlings on dry ground in a little bit of sunshine!
Good news! Butch is all booked in and having his operation on January 30th. Thank you to all who have tirelessly worked so hard to raise the money for Butch, and a huge thank you to those who have generously donated towards his funding for this quite serious operation that will make his quality of life so much better and will enable him to walk and run without pain. Thank you Helen for your hard fought campaign to collect for Butch and running endless tombolas, making dog scarves, jackets and cotton bags to sell. Thanks to all the kind people who have organised coffee mornings and to those who have given so generously by donating to his fund, too many to name I’m afraid. I will put pictures of him in next month's edition, hopefully looking a lot happier. Bless him. Please note that every penny will be spent on his vet bills as we are all volunteers and do it for the love of the dogs.
Christmas was surprisingly quiet and only a handful of dogs came in. However, a few of our long term doggies have gone home to beautiful new beginnings, which is always a happy time for us. Chris and I visited Bambi/Margot who has now been rehomed for seven weeks, in her lovely new forever home. Well, she looked amazing and has come such a long way in a short time. She was pleased to see us and relaxed on the floor smiling whilst we had a cup of coffee with homemade cake. She then insisted we looked around her new home by taking us upstairs and making sure we were following. It was as if she was so proud of her place where she has settled and now belongs. Peter and Pauline were obviously in love with her and overjoyed at how she had changed their lives for the better. She makes them laugh every day as she is such a character. Any issues they had earlier have been worked through with patience and affection. Bambi/Margot has certainly landed on her paws!
This month I am going to reintroduce Ozzy to you as he is still waiting for someone to come and take him home as he is not happy in
kennels. Ozzy is a Saluki x Greyhound and is the sweetest, most gentle dog, and I am at a loss as to why he is still with us! He is only three years old and is very good on the lead and looks so elegant as he strolls around the farm. He walks with most dogs but there are one or two he doesn’t like and has a little grumble at, and this is the only reason he wears a mouth strap when he is out and about. Chris and I take him for a walk every time we go to Hillside and we both love him and his gentle nature... I could kiss his soft head and muzzle all day long! He sits and gives his paw and will lie
down on command, he is so obedient. However, Ozzy can jump really high and will need a biggish garden with a high fence as he loves to run and play. Just look at
his face, it tells a thousand stories.Bonnie is another beautiful dog who seems to have been overlooked. Bonnie is a nine year old Akita who has been mistreated in the past but she is so trusting of humans again with her intelligence and strong character. To the right people she would make a fabulous addition to a special grownup family or couple without any other dogs. She is good on lead and enjoys a good old scratch and fuss. Bonnie is a bit food orientated but I have been giving her treats for a few months now and she is so gentle with me. I would advise anyone who would like Bonnie, to
come to kennels for a couple of weeks to take her out and get to know her before making any snap decisions. She is fine once she gets to know you and is really clever. Beware though, she is too cuddly for words and is very beguiling, using her eyes that seem to draw you in... just look at her. Simply gorgeous!Finally, I want to introduce you to a new dog in
called Bane. Bane is a three year old crossbreed who is very handsome (we think he may have a bit of Akita in him because of his beautiful face). He loves to play ball and he loves his cuddles. He just likes being with people and once he gets to know you and overcomes his shyness he will become a loyal and loving dog who can smile on demand. Bane is bigger than he looks in his photo and is extremely strong. No, I mean very powerful! I can’t hold him but he is a gentle giant who really does not know his own strength and will definitely need an experienced owner!
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Mrs Skelton, now 88, lives alone but her younger sister, Eileen, visits daily and between them they enjoy having many friends within the village.
On Friday 17th January The Priscilla Bacon charity shop in Stalham celebrated its second birthday and two years of going from strength to strength.
The team at the shop would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to all who have supported the shop over the past two years, by either donating wonderful items for it to sell, or by regularly visiting the shop and buying goods (you know who you are!)The shop team would also like to thanks the local Tesco store for all its support last year.
If anyone would like a fund raising pack, please call in to any Priscilla Bacon shop and we they can supply all the information you need.To date, with all the charity’s other fund-raising efforts over 2019, the fundraising total has gone from £3.6 million to £5 million, edging nearer to getting the new hospice built.
One friend in particular is the Revd. Eiler Mellerup, who visits regularly for a chat and a cup of tea and always find some subject to talk about. Revd Eiler became aware of one of Jean’s ambitions when they were talking about her younger days and riding on the beach donkeys, and how Jean dreamt of meeting up with a donkey again. With this in mind, the Reverend set about finding a friendly four legged friend, and eventually came up with a community funded organisation called ‘minidonks’. This is an organised group of mini donkeys and dogs that visit homes and groups who welcome the animals and benefit from the therapy they provide. So, Revd Eiler arranged for a friendly donkey to visit Jean during the Christmas holidays, as a surprise.
Jean and her younger sister, Eileen, had been forewarned of a surprise and were very excited when a young, agile donkey trotted into her lounge to be greeted and cuddled.Speaking of her unexpected treat, Jean said:“It was a fantastic surprise to have a real donkey in my lounge, and a big thankyou to the Revd Eiler Mellerup, who looks after our flock.” She concluded:“I will never forget the day a donkey visited”.
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From left: Jean Skelton, Revd Eiler Mellerup and Jean’s sister Eileen.
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Hello my fellow dog lovers. Dare I say we are having a few tweaks of Spring? The catkins are on the trees and new shoots are appearing everywhere - a welcome sight for us doggie walkers, who can have a window of opportunity to walk our darlings on dry ground in a little bit of sunshine!
Good news! Butch is all booked in and having his operation on January 30th. Thank you to all who have tirelessly worked so hard to raise the money for Butch, and a huge thank you to those who have generously donated towards his funding for this quite serious operation that will make his quality of life so much better and will enable him to walk and run without pain. Thank you Helen for your hard fought campaign to collect for Butch and running endless tombolas, making dog scarves, jackets and cotton bags to sell. Thanks to all the kind people who have organised coffee mornings and to those who have given so generously by donating to his fund, too many to name I’m afraid. I will put pictures of him in next month's edition, hopefully looking a lot happier. Bless him. Please note that every penny will be spent on his vet bills as we are all volunteers and do it for the love of the dogs.
Christmas was surprisingly quiet and only a handful of dogs came in. However, a few of our long term doggies have gone home to beautiful new beginnings, which is always a happy time for us. Chris and I visited Bambi/Margot who has now been rehomed for seven weeks, in her lovely new forever home. Well, she looked amazing and has come such a long way in a short time. She was pleased to see us and relaxed on the floor smiling whilst we had a cup of coffee with homemade cake. She then insisted we looked around her new home by taking us upstairs and making sure we were following. It was as if she was so proud of her place where she has settled and now belongs. Peter and Pauline were obviously in love with her and overjoyed at how she had changed their lives for the better. She makes them laugh every day as she is such a character. Any issues they had earlier have been worked through with patience and affection. Bambi/Margot has certainly landed on her paws!
This month I am going to reintroduce Ozzy to you as he is still waiting for someone to come and take him home as he is not happy in
kennels. Ozzy is a Saluki x Greyhound and is the sweetest, most gentle dog, and I am at a loss as to why he is still with us! He is only three years old and is very good on the lead and looks so elegant as he strolls around the farm. He walks with most dogs but there are one or two he doesn’t like and has a little grumble at, and this is the only reason he wears a mouth strap when he is out and about. Chris and I take him for a walk every time we go to Hillside and we both love him and his gentle nature... I could kiss his soft head and muzzle all day long! He sits and gives his paw and will lie
down on command, he is so obedient. However, Ozzy can jump really high and will need a biggish garden with a high fence as he loves to run and play. Just look at
his face, it tells a thousand stories.Bonnie is another beautiful dog who seems to have been overlooked. Bonnie is a nine year old Akita who has been mistreated in the past but she is so trusting of humans again with her intelligence and strong character. To the right people she would make a fabulous addition to a special grownup family or couple without any other dogs. She is good on lead and enjoys a good old scratch and fuss. Bonnie is a bit food orientated but I have been giving her treats for a few months now and she is so gentle with me. I would advise anyone who would like Bonnie, to
come to kennels for a couple of weeks to take her out and get to know her before making any snap decisions. She is fine once she gets to know you and is really clever. Beware though, she is too cuddly for words and is very beguiling, using her eyes that seem to draw you in... just look at her. Simply gorgeous!Finally, I want to introduce you to a new dog in
called Bane. Bane is a three year old crossbreed who is very handsome (we think he may have a bit of Akita in him because of his beautiful face). He loves to play ball and he loves his cuddles. He just likes being with people and once he gets to know you and overcomes his shyness he will become a loyal and loving dog who can smile on demand. Bane is bigger than he looks in his photo and is extremely strong. No, I mean very powerful! I can’t hold him but he is a gentle giant who really does not know his own strength and will definitely need an experienced owner!
If you can offer a home to any of our rescue dogs then please phone our Dog coordinators on 01603 736200 to make an appointment to come and see us and we will do our best to match you to your dog.
You will have the opportunity to walk your chosen dog around the Hillside Farm walks to see if there is that bond between you and the one you have chosen.
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Jean Skelton is very proud of her Nottingham upbringing and says she was born and bred on a farm with a loving family, but when she grew up she married, had children and moved to Walcott on the Norfolk coast, many years ago.
Mrs Skelton, now 88, lives alone but her younger sister, Eileen, visits daily and between them they enjoy having many friends within the village.
On Friday 17th January The Priscilla Bacon charity shop in Stalham celebrated its second birthday and two years of going from strength to strength.
The team at the shop would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to all who have supported the shop over the past two years, by either donating wonderful items for it to sell, or by regularly visiting the shop and buying goods (you know who you are!)The shop team would also like to thanks the local Tesco store for all its support last year.
If anyone would like a fund raising pack, please call in to any Priscilla Bacon shop and we they can supply all the information you need.To date, with all the charity’s other fund-raising efforts over 2019, the fundraising total has gone from £3.6 million to £5 million, edging nearer to getting the new hospice built.
One friend in particular is the Revd. Eiler Mellerup, who visits regularly for a chat and a cup of tea and always find some subject to talk about. Revd Eiler became aware of one of Jean’s ambitions when they were talking about her younger days and riding on the beach donkeys, and how Jean dreamt of meeting up with a donkey again. With this in mind, the Reverend set about finding a friendly four legged friend, and eventually came up with a community funded organisation called ‘minidonks’. This is an organised group of mini donkeys and dogs that visit homes and groups who welcome the animals and benefit from the therapy they provide. So, Revd Eiler arranged for a friendly donkey to visit Jean during the Christmas holidays, as a surprise.
Jean and her younger sister, Eileen, had been forewarned of a surprise and were very excited when a young, agile donkey trotted into her lounge to be greeted and cuddled.Speaking of her unexpected treat, Jean said:“It was a fantastic surprise to have a real donkey in my lounge, and a big thankyou to the Revd Eiler Mellerup, who looks after our flock.” She concluded:“I will never forget the day a donkey visited”.
Words by Maurice Gray, picture by Colin Cubitt
From left: Jean Skelton, Revd Eiler Mellerup and Jean’s sister Eileen.
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pupils learned leadership, team building and self-confidence, as well as feeling that their opinions were valued.She added: “We are so proud to be involved in such a crucial and innovative project and hope this collaborative approach can promote renewable energy and publicise the importance of taking care of our environment.”Necton headteacher, Vicki Long, said: “Our children were buzzing all the way home and, as soon as they got back to their class, they were able to recall so much detail about what they’d learnt. We see this as an important part of our curriculum, connected to many subjects including Science, but, most importantly, developing children’s wisdom about sustainable energy to a much deeper level.”
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We meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month in Sutton Village Hall at 7.30pm - you can just turn up, or contact Valerie on 07918 551900 or at [email protected].
Monday 14th January saw the Society’s first meeting of the New Year, when 16 members and one visitor from the King’s Lynn Philatelic Society came together for an informal sales evening.
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There was a good variety of items for sale, including albums of First Day Covers, packets of used stamps, both GB, commonwealth and foreign, a selection of mint material and postal history items. It was an opportunity to 'talk stamps' and to catch up with each other as well as to buy and sell.
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At the January meeting on Thursday 16th, the after-lunch speaker, Roger Woodard, from Oulton Broad, to speak to us on the 157 Infantry Regiment and its hero leader, Felix Sparks.
He told the story of Felix's travel in 500 days with the 'Thunderbirds', an American infantry regiment that landed in Sicily in July 1943 and ended up in Dachau at the end of the war. The invasion of Sicily was not easy as the allotted date turned out to be stormy and many lives were lost before the regiment could reach the beach. The main opposition was two German divisions of crack troops, although there were also an Italian army present, which soon surrendered, and Felix and his colleagues fought their way up to the Northern coast of the island and subsequently landed in Southern Italy, losing many men on the way. Felix was wounded in and recovered in Algiers before he flew back to his regiment to fight on through the length of Italy and Southern France, eventually fighting their way up towards Munich. They were ordered to head for Dachau, the big concentration camp, which they helped to liberate, an horrific culmination to their brave journey. Roger told us Felix ended his army career as a Brigadier General and missed all his friends and colleagues who had died in the conflict.
We meet on the third Thursday of each month for lunch and a speaker. If you may be interested in coming to a meeting or even joining Kelling Probus, please call Ken Murray on 01263 821060 or John Whittington on 01263 820333.
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* Insurance, Probate & Taxation Valuations *
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*Party Walls Act Notices**Insurance, Probate & Taxation Valuations*
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Tel: 01692 652266 Email: [email protected]
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Primary school pupils in Necton ( b e t w e e n Dereham and Swaffham) have been learning about the power, maths and science behind wind energy from “teachers” aged just 10 and 11.
The fun lessons are being given by year six youngsters at Colby Primary School, who have become budding wind power energy experts thanks to the support of Swedish energy group Vattenfall. The company has teamed up with the School in a pioneering child-to-child mentoring scheme that sees the pupils pass their green energy knowledge on to other schools through a series of learning activities, including games they have developed themselves. A dozen visiting Year 5 nine- and ten-year-olds from Necton Primary enjoyed building mimi-turbines, learned how generators work and calculated the most cost-effective cabling from turbines to shore. Colby headteacher Christine Mead said her
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Around the 14th of February you may see some of these and more hanging on trees, railings and fences around Sutton and Stalham...
As with many groups and individuals the WI are very concerned about climate change. We want to encourage people to talk about this, and to show our love for the planet. Therefore members of WIs throught out the British isles have made Green hearts for you to take home and get you thinking how you can reduce y o u r carbon footprint.
pupils learned leadership, team building and self-confidence, as well as feeling that their opinions were valued.She added: “We are so proud to be involved in such a crucial and innovative project and hope this collaborative approach can promote renewable energy and publicise the importance of taking care of our environment.”Necton headteacher, Vicki Long, said: “Our children were buzzing all the way home and, as soon as they got back to their class, they were able to recall so much detail about what they’d learnt. We see this as an important part of our curriculum, connected to many subjects including Science, but, most importantly, developing children’s wisdom about sustainable energy to a much deeper level.”
The aim is for the Necton pupils to follow in their Colby friends’ footsteps and become “green energy teachers” to other schools.
If you are
interested in joining the W.I. to
hear about other ways in which we are trying to raise social awareness about many different issues, to make new friends, have fun or be entertained, then why not give Sutton W.I a look ?
We meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month in Sutton Village Hall at 7.30pm - you can just turn up, or contact Valerie on 07918 551900 or at [email protected].
Monday 14th January saw the Society’s first meeting of the New Year, when 16 members and one visitor from the King’s Lynn Philatelic Society came together for an informal sales evening.
SHERINGHAMPHILATELIC
SOCIETY
There was a good variety of items for sale, including albums of First Day Covers, packets of used stamps, both GB, commonwealth and foreign, a selection of mint material and postal history items. It was an opportunity to 'talk stamps' and to catch up with each other as well as to buy and sell.
The next meeting will be on Monday February 10th, 7.30pm, at West Runton Church Hall, for the AGM and a silent auction. This would be a good opportunity to come to meet members and to consider joining. Call Gerry 01263 579529 or Jim 01263 721043 for more details.
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At the January meeting on Thursday 16th, the after-lunch speaker, Roger Woodard, from Oulton Broad, to speak to us on the 157 Infantry Regiment and its hero leader, Felix Sparks.
He told the story of Felix's travel in 500 days with the 'Thunderbirds', an American infantry regiment that landed in Sicily in July 1943 and ended up in Dachau at the end of the war. The invasion of Sicily was not easy as the allotted date turned out to be stormy and many lives were lost before the regiment could reach the beach. The main opposition was two German divisions of crack troops, although there were also an Italian army present, which soon surrendered, and Felix and his colleagues fought their way up to the Northern coast of the island and subsequently landed in Southern Italy, losing many men on the way. Felix was wounded in and recovered in Algiers before he flew back to his regiment to fight on through the length of Italy and Southern France, eventually fighting their way up towards Munich. They were ordered to head for Dachau, the big concentration camp, which they helped to liberate, an horrific culmination to their brave journey. Roger told us Felix ended his army career as a Brigadier General and missed all his friends and colleagues who had died in the conflict.
We meet on the third Thursday of each month for lunch and a speaker. If you may be interested in coming to a meeting or even joining Kelling Probus, please call Ken Murray on 01263 821060 or John Whittington on 01263 820333.
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Every Christmas Day for the past 24 years, Churches Together in North Walsham, have invited anyone who lives on their own, to a lunch in the Community Centre.
Lat year was no exceptiom, and all who attended had a lovely day - guests were welcomed with a drink before the traditional turkey lunch, which .was followed by a free raffle, then tea and cake whilst watching the Queen's Speech. On leaving, guests were given a box of chocolate biscuits and a North Walsham Calendar, plus - if wanted - a lift home.
Christmas can be a very lonely and depressing time for people living on their own, and this lunch provides an opportunity for people to have a “mardle” and enjoy a very special day, so a BIG THANK YOU goes to all the helpers, clubs and businesses who made this day possible.
The Wroxham and Hoveton Lions have been great supporters of the work the ladies at SWAN and have awarded the group grants to help it to continue its work.
On December 20th 2019 SWAN was presented with a cheque from the Wroxham and Hoveton Lions Club Teresa Benton of SWAN says:"The Lions have been instrumental in the continued running of the art therapy classes we run, and without their support SWAN would not be as successful as we are".
SWAN has grown in the past year but there is always room for more ladies. You will be met with a supportive hug and a great cup of tea. If you want to know more please e mail [email protected] or call Teresa on 07768 248545.
Greg Macaree’s American-style Light Show lit up the street in his home village of Hickling on December 1st last year, when more than 6,000 computer-controlled lights dazzled in a 30 minute show fully synchronised to music.
A first of its kind for Norfolk, this charity show was to raise funds for the Big C and Greg is really pleased to report that it was a huge success. "Just over 300 people attended our opening event raising just over £425.00 on the night and we had a steady flow of visitors throughout the month - raising a fantastic £1,202.35 in all!" he told us, adding: "Thank you to everyone that came to see us, we hope you enjoyed it. Please keep an eye on our facebook page and our website www.hicklinglights.com for further information about our forthcoming show for Christmas 2020!"
Greg and his wife and daughter were pleased to be able to present a cheque to the Big C earlier this month.
On January 15th we once again met at the Amber restaurant in the Cromer Country Club for our annual festive lunch. The welcome was as strong as in previous years and the room was laid out beautifully for us, with crackers and a large table ready to be laden with raffle prizes.
There were 17 very happy winners once we had demolished our lunch. Everyone enjoyed the afternoon of sociability and looked forward to our next meeting on 12th February when we will hear a talk about preventing scams, a very current and concerning subject, given by an expert from the NatWest bank. All are welcome to join us; we charge just £3.00 at the door
to visitors, which covers light refreshments.
Do please come along and see if you like us! We meet on the second Wednesday of each month (except August) in the Sports Pavilion in Overstrand at 2.00pm.
F u r t h e r information can be obtained from our Chairman, Jackie Hudson, on 720866 or Chris, our Secretary, on 579433.
• Above: Left to right: Zoe Harris - Fundraising Administrator Big C, Rebecca Macaree, Greg Macaree and Dr Chris Bushby - Chief Executive, Big C, plus Bonnie Macaree underneath!
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On the first day of 2020 a popular seaside pub celebrated its 25th New Year fancy dress dip to raise funds for charity, with more than 50 brave dippers dressed in colourful attire where appropriate.
The Poachers Pocket at Bacton was packed with hundreds of supporters when the volunteers splashed into the chilly tide with a ‘hot toddy’, awaiting their return.Landlords Caroline and Gary
Following the retirement of Father Phil Blamire as Rector of the Weybourne Group of Parishes, the Reverend Frank Clarke was Licensed and Installed as Interim Priest-in-Charge of the group.
The ceremony was performed by the Bishop of Lynn, the Right Reverend Jonathan Meyrick, and the Archdeacon of Lynn, the Venerable Ian Bentley, at a service at Weybourne Church on Thursday 23rd January, when members of the Reverend Frank's family and the congregation were present, together with clergy colleagues.
The part-time appointment provides cover whilst the diocese and the parishes discuss a permanent replacement for Father Blamire.
At their December meeting, the 'Lodge of Unanimity No 102' were pleased to present to the North Walsham Community Centre a cheque for £1,000. The money was donated as a result of a request from the Management for donations to help buy and install a defibrillator for the Centre, which has now been installed outside by the front doors. Charity Steward, W. Bro Ian Walker, said "Considering the number of different groups that use the Centre, including our Lodge, we thought it was extremely important to have this piece of equipment located here and installed as quickly as possible".
• Above, left to right: Worshipful Master Brian Galasky, Colin Jeary of North Walsham Community Centre and W.Bro Ian Walker.
Stubbs have raised thousands of pounds during their quarter century, and Mr Stubbs said they thoroughly enjoy the response that the community and tourists do to help others. Some travelled from other counties as well as as far away as Germany.“Last year we raised thousands of pounds for the ‘Guide Dogs for the Blind’, and we couldn’t do it on our own," said Mr Stubbs, continuing: “We must convey many thanks to all those who supported us, in particular Ady and Lynn Willett who organised the fund raising and raffle, and especially members
of the Coastguard who attended for the participants' safety”.The dip raised over £689, which will go towards the £25,000 fund needed to to repair the Walcott Village Hall roof/ceiling.
Janet Cooper, Chair of the Walcott Village Hall, said, “We were delighted to be chosen as the Poachers Pocket’s charity of the year and the sum raised from the dip, which exceeded our expectations, and thanks go to all who supported the event”.
We began our year and our first meeting of the new decade with an informal session, at which we chewed over various suggestions for our 2021 activities whilst enjoying a fish and chip supper.
We hope - in terms of current membership numbers - that small is beautiful, but new prospective members would be most welcome to try us out. Our 2020 programme is in our noticeboard in the centre
of the village, roughly opposite the bus stop, and we are a diverse, lively and unstuffy group, open to suggestions on how to improve. Try something new for 2020!
We meet in the Village Hall , The Londs, Overstrand on the third Wednesday in the month - our next meeting is on Wednesday 19th February.
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A FRANK EXCHANGE
• Words by Maurice Gray, pictures by Colin Cubitt.
• Right, left to right: Venerable Ian Bentley, Right Reverend Jonathan Meyrick and Reverend Frank Clarke after the Service.
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Every Christmas Day for the past 24 years, Churches Together in North Walsham, have invited anyone who lives on their own, to a lunch in the Community Centre.
Lat year was no exceptiom, and all who attended had a lovely day - guests were welcomed with a drink before the traditional turkey lunch, which .was followed by a free raffle, then tea and cake whilst watching the Queen's Speech. On leaving, guests were given a box of chocolate biscuits and a North Walsham Calendar, plus - if wanted - a lift home.
Christmas can be a very lonely and depressing time for people living on their own, and this lunch provides an opportunity for people to have a “mardle” and enjoy a very special day, so a BIG THANK YOU goes to all the helpers, clubs and businesses who made this day possible.
The Wroxham and Hoveton Lions have been great supporters of the work the ladies at SWAN and have awarded the group grants to help it to continue its work.
On December 20th 2019 SWAN was presented with a cheque from the Wroxham and Hoveton Lions Club Teresa Benton of SWAN says:"The Lions have been instrumental in the continued running of the art therapy classes we run, and without their support SWAN would not be as successful as we are".
SWAN has grown in the past year but there is always room for more ladies. You will be met with a supportive hug and a great cup of tea. If you want to know more please e mail [email protected] or call Teresa on 07768 248545.
Greg Macaree’s American-style Light Show lit up the street in his home village of Hickling on December 1st last year, when more than 6,000 computer-controlled lights dazzled in a 30 minute show fully synchronised to music.
A first of its kind for Norfolk, this charity show was to raise funds for the Big C and Greg is really pleased to report that it was a huge success. "Just over 300 people attended our opening event raising just over £425.00 on the night and we had a steady flow of visitors throughout the month - raising a fantastic £1,202.35 in all!" he told us, adding: "Thank you to everyone that came to see us, we hope you enjoyed it. Please keep an eye on our facebook page and our website www.hicklinglights.com for further information about our forthcoming show for Christmas 2020!"
Greg and his wife and daughter were pleased to be able to present a cheque to the Big C earlier this month.
On January 15th we once again met at the Amber restaurant in the Cromer Country Club for our annual festive lunch. The welcome was as strong as in previous years and the room was laid out beautifully for us, with crackers and a large table ready to be laden with raffle prizes.
There were 17 very happy winners once we had demolished our lunch. Everyone enjoyed the afternoon of sociability and looked forward to our next meeting on 12th February when we will hear a talk about preventing scams, a very current and concerning subject, given by an expert from the NatWest bank. All are welcome to join us; we charge just £3.00 at the door
to visitors, which covers light refreshments.
Do please come along and see if you like us! We meet on the second Wednesday of each month (except August) in the Sports Pavilion in Overstrand at 2.00pm.
F u r t h e r information can be obtained from our Chairman, Jackie Hudson, on 720866 or Chris, our Secretary, on 579433.
• Above: Left to right: Zoe Harris - Fundraising Administrator Big C, Rebecca Macaree, Greg Macaree and Dr Chris Bushby - Chief Executive, Big C, plus Bonnie Macaree underneath!
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• Santa presents Teresa Benton of SWAN with the Lions' cheque.
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On the first day of 2020 a popular seaside pub celebrated its 25th New Year fancy dress dip to raise funds for charity, with more than 50 brave dippers dressed in colourful attire where appropriate.
The Poachers Pocket at Bacton was packed with hundreds of supporters when the volunteers splashed into the chilly tide with a ‘hot toddy’, awaiting their return.Landlords Caroline and Gary
Following the retirement of Father Phil Blamire as Rector of the Weybourne Group of Parishes, the Reverend Frank Clarke was Licensed and Installed as Interim Priest-in-Charge of the group.
The ceremony was performed by the Bishop of Lynn, the Right Reverend Jonathan Meyrick, and the Archdeacon of Lynn, the Venerable Ian Bentley, at a service at Weybourne Church on Thursday 23rd January, when members of the Reverend Frank's family and the congregation were present, together with clergy colleagues.
The part-time appointment provides cover whilst the diocese and the parishes discuss a permanent replacement for Father Blamire.
At their December meeting, the 'Lodge of Unanimity No 102' were pleased to present to the North Walsham Community Centre a cheque for £1,000. The money was donated as a result of a request from the Management for donations to help buy and install a defibrillator for the Centre, which has now been installed outside by the front doors. Charity Steward, W. Bro Ian Walker, said "Considering the number of different groups that use the Centre, including our Lodge, we thought it was extremely important to have this piece of equipment located here and installed as quickly as possible".
• Above, left to right: Worshipful Master Brian Galasky, Colin Jeary of North Walsham Community Centre and W.Bro Ian Walker.
Stubbs have raised thousands of pounds during their quarter century, and Mr Stubbs said they thoroughly enjoy the response that the community and tourists do to help others. Some travelled from other counties as well as as far away as Germany.“Last year we raised thousands of pounds for the ‘Guide Dogs for the Blind’, and we couldn’t do it on our own," said Mr Stubbs, continuing: “We must convey many thanks to all those who supported us, in particular Ady and Lynn Willett who organised the fund raising and raffle, and especially members
of the Coastguard who attended for the participants' safety”.The dip raised over £689, which will go towards the £25,000 fund needed to to repair the Walcott Village Hall roof/ceiling.
Janet Cooper, Chair of the Walcott Village Hall, said, “We were delighted to be chosen as the Poachers Pocket’s charity of the year and the sum raised from the dip, which exceeded our expectations, and thanks go to all who supported the event”.
We began our year and our first meeting of the new decade with an informal session, at which we chewed over various suggestions for our 2021 activities whilst enjoying a fish and chip supper.
We hope - in terms of current membership numbers - that small is beautiful, but new prospective members would be most welcome to try us out. Our 2020 programme is in our noticeboard in the centre
of the village, roughly opposite the bus stop, and we are a diverse, lively and unstuffy group, open to suggestions on how to improve. Try something new for 2020!
We meet in the Village Hall , The Londs, Overstrand on the third Wednesday in the month - our next meeting is on Wednesday 19th February.
NEW YEAR'S DIPFROM THE HEART
OVERSTRAND EVENING W.I.
A FRANK EXCHANGE
• Words by Maurice Gray, pictures by Colin Cubitt.
• Right, left to right: Venerable Ian Bentley, Right Reverend Jonathan Meyrick and Reverend Frank Clarke after the Service.
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Former churchwarden of Honing with Crostwight PCC Herbert Smith, 88, has been recognised for his 52 years’ service at Honing Church.
At a presentation before the Honing Village Club Christmas lunch, on Wednesday 18th December last year, Mr Smith was presented by the Rector, Canon Simon Lawrence, with a certificate to mark his
Having last year achieved the most success in their Squadron's history, the Air Cadets from Cromer began their 2020 events on Sunday 19th
January knowing they have a lot to live up to if they are to maintain the standard this year.
The event was the Norfolk and Suffolk Air Cadets Cross Country championships, this year held at Thetford Rugby Club, where on a very frosty morning most of the Squadrons in the wing were well represented, with around 180 runners taking part. Cromer took a team of 10 runners and were able
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With the finishing positions added together Cromer were delighted to be the overall winners and Norfolk and Suffolk wing champions for 2020, a great start to the year.
long and outstanding service to Honing church. Mr Smith was appointed in April 1966 and retired in April 2018.’The certificate also recognised the role of his late wife Heather, who served with him as churchwarden for 40 years.
An alms dish, inscribed with Herbert’s name and the dates of his churchwardenship, was given to the church as a commemorative gift from the congregation.
• Left: Herbert Smith with his framed certificate and the alms dish.
• Below: The underisde of
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To kick off the Mundesley Library Friends 2020 programme of talks, Chris Brown from Fosters Solicitors in Norwich presented his case in a talk at Mundesley Library.
Chris skilfully handled his topic, ensuring that his subject did not become a legal lecture, with a host of humorous anecdotes. He highlighted the case of Steve and Jackie, to debunk some of the myths presented as facts on television courtroom dramas and explain the work of a defence lawyer whilst proving that the facts were not always as expected from the apparent evidence. He showed how Steve was, in fact, innocent of murder and, in another case, how a mosquito killed a mob leader. His talk gave insights into the worlds of criminal lawyers and pathologists and was peppered by moments of humour, such as the time he had to cross examine Judge John Deed (actor Martin Shaw) in a real case at Kings LynnAfter his talk Chris answered numerous questions from his enthusiastic audience - shirking nothing and giving full reasons for his thoughts.
Chris highlighted the closure of police stations and courtrooms around Norfolk but nominated one further afield as his favourite court – a tiny
courtroom in Wales, situated above a record shop and whose waiting room was the café across the road, meaning that the court usher used to cross the road, via a pelican crossing, in full regalia to call the next witness.
The next event at Mundesley Library will be on Wednesday 19th February, when Millicent Chapandra, a Zimbabwean musician and creative cultural artist, will lead a multicultural African music making workshop featuring drumming, singing, dancing, and movement. Come and learn how various African instruments are made, then have a go at playing them. See Facebook or posters around the village for detailed timings, ticket prices, etc. or contact the library on 01263 720702.
BROUGHT TO BOOK PORTRAIT OF A SELF MADE ARTIST Stalham-based Artist John Etheridge has come a long way since he started his artistic journey several years ago, and with his progress has come a sense of freedom - and a sense of frustration too.
His thirst for knowledge and irrepressible desire to try new media mean that he is always pushing forward, and he doesn’t like to take no for an answer. That applies to recognsing the limits of a cetain type of pencil or ink, and even more so when trying to give artworks away for nothing! You may have read or heard about his portrait of Norwich City football manager, Daniel Farke, whom he depicted wearing a crown with golden canaries on. John wanted to present the framed portrait to Mr Farke but has been thwarted in his efforts do so, despite using local radio, facebook and phone contacts to try and get the paining to Mr Farke - it currently languishes on the wall of John’s garden studio. John says that he was triying to do a nice thing but all he got hassle (and a rquest to do a painting of the NCFC stadium - for no payment). While John wasn’t after any payment for the Farke portrait, he was hurt by the lack of recogniton for just trying to do something nice.He had more success with auctioning one of his artworks to try and raise money to give the homeless of Norwich a Christmas treat. John had contacted FABB - Food And Beverage Buggies - a group dedicated to taking hot two course meals, drinks, and sandwich bags out to the homeless in Norwich, and donated a couple of canvases but felt he wanted to do more, so he put up an artwork for auction, in the hope of making enough to buy each homeless person a bar of chocolate. It started well on facebook before ‘stalling’ but once John added it to the North Walsham Community page it took off again, and ultimately John was able to buy five bars of chocolate fo each of the 60 people living on the streets.
“Everyone’s a winner,” he says. “I did it because I wanted to - it’s for me but for them as well.” Something else he has just done for himself is entering the Portrait Artist of the Year competition, with the picture above, which depicts John, his wife Karen and granddaughter Orianne (‘Annie’). Feeling that his style is not quirky enough, John says that he is not expecting to place in the competition but is happy that the portrait shows the true characters of the three people in it. John has about 19 hours work in the painting, and says for him it will be recognition enough if his entry is accepted. John is also one of only 23 Ambassadors for the SAA, and will shortly be having screen tests in Lincoln for giving online art tutorials.
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Former churchwarden of Honing with Crostwight PCC Herbert Smith, 88, has been recognised for his 52 years’ service at Honing Church.
At a presentation before the Honing Village Club Christmas lunch, on Wednesday 18th December last year, Mr Smith was presented by the Rector, Canon Simon Lawrence, with a certificate to mark his
Having last year achieved the most success in their Squadron's history, the Air Cadets from Cromer began their 2020 events on Sunday 19th
January knowing they have a lot to live up to if they are to maintain the standard this year.
The event was the Norfolk and Suffolk Air Cadets Cross Country championships, this year held at Thetford Rugby Club, where on a very frosty morning most of the Squadrons in the wing were well represented, with around 180 runners taking part. Cromer took a team of 10 runners and were able
to field a team in each of the boys races. The under 15s race attracted the most entries and Cromer's team of Matteo Venuti, Roman Brownsell, and Joe Goldfinch ran well, finishing about halfway up the field. In the under 17s race Cromer repeated their success of last year by winning the team event with the excellent Tom Muckley finishing with a silver medal, strongly supported by Jay Peebles and Henry Wright. To complete an excellent day, the trio of Alex Downing, Luca Venuti, and Tom Bradstock-Tye in the under 20s age group also won their race, with Alex producing a tremendous sprint over the final 100 metres to win the gold medal. In the girls races, Cromer fielded just one runner, Evie Risely, who ran well to finish 7th in the senior race.
With the finishing positions added together Cromer were delighted to be the overall winners and Norfolk and Suffolk wing champions for 2020, a great start to the year.
long and outstanding service to Honing church. Mr Smith was appointed in April 1966 and retired in April 2018.’The certificate also recognised the role of his late wife Heather, who served with him as churchwarden for 40 years.
An alms dish, inscribed with Herbert’s name and the dates of his churchwardenship, was given to the church as a commemorative gift from the congregation.
• Left: Herbert Smith with his framed certificate and the alms dish.
• Below: The underisde of
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To kick off the Mundesley Library Friends 2020 programme of talks, Chris Brown from Fosters Solicitors in Norwich presented his case in a talk at Mundesley Library.
Chris skilfully handled his topic, ensuring that his subject did not become a legal lecture, with a host of humorous anecdotes. He highlighted the case of Steve and Jackie, to debunk some of the myths presented as facts on television courtroom dramas and explain the work of a defence lawyer whilst proving that the facts were not always as expected from the apparent evidence. He showed how Steve was, in fact, innocent of murder and, in another case, how a mosquito killed a mob leader. His talk gave insights into the worlds of criminal lawyers and pathologists and was peppered by moments of humour, such as the time he had to cross examine Judge John Deed (actor Martin Shaw) in a real case at Kings LynnAfter his talk Chris answered numerous questions from his enthusiastic audience - shirking nothing and giving full reasons for his thoughts.
Chris highlighted the closure of police stations and courtrooms around Norfolk but nominated one further afield as his favourite court – a tiny
courtroom in Wales, situated above a record shop and whose waiting room was the café across the road, meaning that the court usher used to cross the road, via a pelican crossing, in full regalia to call the next witness.
The next event at Mundesley Library will be on Wednesday 19th February, when Millicent Chapandra, a Zimbabwean musician and creative cultural artist, will lead a multicultural African music making workshop featuring drumming, singing, dancing, and movement. Come and learn how various African instruments are made, then have a go at playing them. See Facebook or posters around the village for detailed timings, ticket prices, etc. or contact the library on 01263 720702.
BROUGHT TO BOOK PORTRAIT OF A SELF MADE ARTIST Stalham-based Artist John Etheridge has come a long way since he started his artistic journey several years ago, and with his progress has come a sense of freedom - and a sense of frustration too.
His thirst for knowledge and irrepressible desire to try new media mean that he is always pushing forward, and he doesn’t like to take no for an answer. That applies to recognsing the limits of a cetain type of pencil or ink, and even more so when trying to give artworks away for nothing! You may have read or heard about his portrait of Norwich City football manager, Daniel Farke, whom he depicted wearing a crown with golden canaries on. John wanted to present the framed portrait to Mr Farke but has been thwarted in his efforts do so, despite using local radio, facebook and phone contacts to try and get the paining to Mr Farke - it currently languishes on the wall of John’s garden studio. John says that he was triying to do a nice thing but all he got hassle (and a rquest to do a painting of the NCFC stadium - for no payment). While John wasn’t after any payment for the Farke portrait, he was hurt by the lack of recogniton for just trying to do something nice.He had more success with auctioning one of his artworks to try and raise money to give the homeless of Norwich a Christmas treat. John had contacted FABB - Food And Beverage Buggies - a group dedicated to taking hot two course meals, drinks, and sandwich bags out to the homeless in Norwich, and donated a couple of canvases but felt he wanted to do more, so he put up an artwork for auction, in the hope of making enough to buy each homeless person a bar of chocolate. It started well on facebook before ‘stalling’ but once John added it to the North Walsham Community page it took off again, and ultimately John was able to buy five bars of chocolate fo each of the 60 people living on the streets.
“Everyone’s a winner,” he says. “I did it because I wanted to - it’s for me but for them as well.” Something else he has just done for himself is entering the Portrait Artist of the Year competition, with the picture above, which depicts John, his wife Karen and granddaughter Orianne (‘Annie’). Feeling that his style is not quirky enough, John says that he is not expecting to place in the competition but is happy that the portrait shows the true characters of the three people in it. John has about 19 hours work in the painting, and says for him it will be recognition enough if his entry is accepted. John is also one of only 23 Ambassadors for the SAA, and will shortly be having screen tests in Lincoln for giving online art tutorials.
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Having now passed all her exams, Helen has joined fellow Instructors Paul and Ric at Stalham Community Gym (motto: 'No Lycra, no mirrors'!), where she volunteers her time on Thursday mornings from 7.00am to 12 noon, including circuit training at 9.15am. The Gym would like to congraulate Helen and welcomes her to its team.
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Five more wins from five meant that with nine games left the Vikings were 20 points ahead at the top of the table and well placed for promotion to London & South East Premier, one of four fifth-tier Leagues in rugby’s pyramidal structure. That League extends down to the South Coast and west to Hampshire.
The first game was a “walkover”, Ruislip conceding the match. Then came a challenging run of fixtures beating Shelford, Chingford, Haberdashers and Brentwood. The latter was particularly impressive; second placed Brentwood had won nine of their last ten and were ahead 10-6 at the break, with the advantage of a considerable slope in the second half. Nevertheless, the Vikings grabbed a converted try soon after the break and then defended their lead despite the slope and two yellow cards. Dan Smith (pictured above) was December’s Coltishall Red Lion Player of the Month. The back is in his third season at Scottow and has scored 43 tries in 47 appearances. “I love playing for North Walsham, it’s an amazing Club,”
said Dan. “There is great togetherness in the squad and we are so well supported, not just by the crowds we get but in the quality of coaching and the way the Club is managed.”
The Vikings’ success is reflected across the Club: the Raiders (2nd XV) are doing well, Junior registrations are up 25%, and record numbers attend pre-match lunches. “The whole Club is pulling together, the Vikings’ achievements are both drivers and consequences of that,” commented Chair, Keith Jarvis. Off the field, the annual Charity Lunch raised £4,500 for the Benjamin Foundation, whilst the strength of the Youth set up was reflected in the selection of six Colts in the Norfolk squad.
There are two February home fixtures for the Vikings: Colchester (currently second) on the 15th, Harpenden two weeks later.
All Norfolk County Chess Association (NCCA) Chess Clubs have recently switched to digital clocks to meet the demands of the English Chess Federation (ECF) and The Fédération Internationale des Échecs (FIDE) / The International Chess Federation.
As a result of this, Norfolk Chess Clubs has been donating its analogue clocks to other organisations involved in encouraging new and returning chess players.Pictured above is Greg Tebble of Norwich Dons Chess Club presenting five clocks to David Owen (left) and Jonathan Reeve (right), members of the Aylsham Library Chess Group. This recently formed Group meets in Aylsham library on the
last Wednesday of every month. Greg commented: “Norfolk Chess Clubs, like Norwich Dons, are pleased their surplus equipment is now being used by young players in local schools as well as more mature players in the Aylsham Library Chess Group and elsewhere. Hopefully this will help encourage more people to start learning chess or return to it in later life.”
To find out more about Norfolk Chess Clubs visit: www.norfolkchess.org/clubs.html
To find out more about the Aylsham Library Chess Group contact Jonathan Reeve Tel: 01263-733744 / e-mail: [email protected]
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New captains at Mundesley Golf Club have teed off a year which will raise funds for a cancer charity close to their hearts.
Pat Kerrison and Jenny Smith, both from Stalham, did the traditional “drive-in” to signal the start of their men’s and ladies’ captaincies, joined by senior and junior counterparts John Sewell and Finley Burnett-Kiernan. The captains’ charity for the coming year will be Pancreatic Cancer Research, after Jenny’s husband Derek, also a member of the club, died from the disease in April
2017.Jenny said: “Losing Derek to pancreatic cancer within five weeks of diagnosis was a terrible shock. It feels so right to nominate this charity and help find a test for early diagnosis.”Pat, 76, who ran a family windows business, has been playing golf since his mid-20s and was also a member at the Great Yarmouth and Caister club. He took a break from the sport for five years to compete in triathlons all over the world. Jenny, 66, who followed up a career mainly in sales and marketing by
Christmas may have been a few weeks ago, but North Walsham Round Table was pleased to hand over a cheque recently for £1502.03 to North Walsham Play, representing 50% of sleigh appeal donations received in the run up to Christmas 2019. The remaining 50% will be used by North Walsham Round Table to support local good causes and individuals across North Walsham.
Ed Margarson, Sleigh Appeal Organiser for the past several years, once again wished to thank all the residents and members of North Walsham who gave so generously. He added: “The Roundtable and I continue to be overwhelmed at the level of support given to our annual Sleigh Appeal. It was great to see so many children enjoy seeing Santa and his sleigh visit many roads across the town during December”. Once again, a live tracker was hooked up to the Sleigh, allowing children and their families to know when Santa was close! Matthew Smith, Trustee of North Walsham Play wished to thank North Walsham Round Table for deciding support them again in 2019, and said: “We have really enjoyed helping Santa and his elves once again as they visit many parts of North Walsham. We will put the donation to very good use with regards to reaching our £185,000 fundraising target for a new Skate Park.”
Find out more information about North Walsham Round Table at https://northwalsham.roundtable.co.uk/ or visit their facebook page at www.facebook.com/NWRT331.
• The new Mundesley Golf Club captains: Jenny Smith, Pat Kerrison, John Sewell and Finley Burnett-Kiernan.
Did you enjoy playing netball at school and want to get back into it at a gentle pace? Or maybe you are just seeking a way to find fitness in a fun friendly setting?
A walking netball group in North Norfolk is helping people achieve those goals and is looking for more people to join it. The hour-long sessions are at Erpingham’s Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA) on Tuesday evenings from 6.30pm and Friday mornings from 10.30am. The Erpingham sessions have been running for two years on the MUGAs basketball court but have now acquired netball posts and there are plans to have a properly marked out court too.Coach Ros Fretwell, said: “We have people of all ages and abilities, from teenagers to pensioners, who come and enjoy the sessions. Some have not played netball since school and want to do it again to get active. Others simply enjoy a social way of keeping fit and boosting their mental health and wellbeing.”Walking netball is similar to the core game, but with no running or jumping and more time to hold on to the ball.
Sessions cost £2.00 and the MUGA can be found next to the Village Hall at Erpingham (postcode NR11 7QD). For more details contact Ros Fretwell on 01263 768262 or at [email protected].
becoming a Thai massage therapist and Reiki Master, joined Mundesley in 2011 with her husband after being instantly “hooked” on a Get Ladies Back To Golf class. She has been helping the resurgent coastal club gain sponsorships. Both captains play off handicaps of 12, though Pat has been as low as six while at Caister, and Jenny’s goal is to play off eight. Young golfers got their first taste of awards success when the seaside club, which is growing its junior section under the leadership of lady member and retired teacher Ros Fretwell, held its first ever junior presentation event. Prizes were handed out after five teams took in a mixed scramble event over four holes, which was also followed by a burger and chips lunch. Mundesley Golf Club’s junior section aims to start playing friendly matches against other clubs this year, and to take part in the SuperSixes League and GirlsGolfRocks campaign – but mainly to allow youngsters, whatever their ability to improve and enjoy their sport.
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Many people local to Stalham will know Helen Munford, who used to work in the town's Barclays Bank, and leading up to her retirement signed up for a Personal fitness Instructor course.
Having now passed all her exams, Helen has joined fellow Instructors Paul and Ric at Stalham Community Gym (motto: 'No Lycra, no mirrors'!), where she volunteers her time on Thursday mornings from 7.00am to 12 noon, including circuit training at 9.15am. The Gym would like to congraulate Helen and welcomes her to its team.
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Five more wins from five meant that with nine games left the Vikings were 20 points ahead at the top of the table and well placed for promotion to London & South East Premier, one of four fifth-tier Leagues in rugby’s pyramidal structure. That League extends down to the South Coast and west to Hampshire.
The first game was a “walkover”, Ruislip conceding the match. Then came a challenging run of fixtures beating Shelford, Chingford, Haberdashers and Brentwood. The latter was particularly impressive; second placed Brentwood had won nine of their last ten and were ahead 10-6 at the break, with the advantage of a considerable slope in the second half. Nevertheless, the Vikings grabbed a converted try soon after the break and then defended their lead despite the slope and two yellow cards. Dan Smith (pictured above) was December’s Coltishall Red Lion Player of the Month. The back is in his third season at Scottow and has scored 43 tries in 47 appearances. “I love playing for North Walsham, it’s an amazing Club,”
said Dan. “There is great togetherness in the squad and we are so well supported, not just by the crowds we get but in the quality of coaching and the way the Club is managed.”
The Vikings’ success is reflected across the Club: the Raiders (2nd XV) are doing well, Junior registrations are up 25%, and record numbers attend pre-match lunches. “The whole Club is pulling together, the Vikings’ achievements are both drivers and consequences of that,” commented Chair, Keith Jarvis. Off the field, the annual Charity Lunch raised £4,500 for the Benjamin Foundation, whilst the strength of the Youth set up was reflected in the selection of six Colts in the Norfolk squad.
There are two February home fixtures for the Vikings: Colchester (currently second) on the 15th, Harpenden two weeks later.
All Norfolk County Chess Association (NCCA) Chess Clubs have recently switched to digital clocks to meet the demands of the English Chess Federation (ECF) and The Fédération Internationale des Échecs (FIDE) / The International Chess Federation.
As a result of this, Norfolk Chess Clubs has been donating its analogue clocks to other organisations involved in encouraging new and returning chess players.Pictured above is Greg Tebble of Norwich Dons Chess Club presenting five clocks to David Owen (left) and Jonathan Reeve (right), members of the Aylsham Library Chess Group. This recently formed Group meets in Aylsham library on the
last Wednesday of every month. Greg commented: “Norfolk Chess Clubs, like Norwich Dons, are pleased their surplus equipment is now being used by young players in local schools as well as more mature players in the Aylsham Library Chess Group and elsewhere. Hopefully this will help encourage more people to start learning chess or return to it in later life.”
To find out more about Norfolk Chess Clubs visit: www.norfolkchess.org/clubs.html
To find out more about the Aylsham Library Chess Group contact Jonathan Reeve Tel: 01263-733744 / e-mail: [email protected]
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FOUR! NEW CAPTAINS AT CLUB
New captains at Mundesley Golf Club have teed off a year which will raise funds for a cancer charity close to their hearts.
Pat Kerrison and Jenny Smith, both from Stalham, did the traditional “drive-in” to signal the start of their men’s and ladies’ captaincies, joined by senior and junior counterparts John Sewell and Finley Burnett-Kiernan. The captains’ charity for the coming year will be Pancreatic Cancer Research, after Jenny’s husband Derek, also a member of the club, died from the disease in April
2017.Jenny said: “Losing Derek to pancreatic cancer within five weeks of diagnosis was a terrible shock. It feels so right to nominate this charity and help find a test for early diagnosis.”Pat, 76, who ran a family windows business, has been playing golf since his mid-20s and was also a member at the Great Yarmouth and Caister club. He took a break from the sport for five years to compete in triathlons all over the world. Jenny, 66, who followed up a career mainly in sales and marketing by
Christmas may have been a few weeks ago, but North Walsham Round Table was pleased to hand over a cheque recently for £1502.03 to North Walsham Play, representing 50% of sleigh appeal donations received in the run up to Christmas 2019. The remaining 50% will be used by North Walsham Round Table to support local good causes and individuals across North Walsham.
Ed Margarson, Sleigh Appeal Organiser for the past several years, once again wished to thank all the residents and members of North Walsham who gave so generously. He added: “The Roundtable and I continue to be overwhelmed at the level of support given to our annual Sleigh Appeal. It was great to see so many children enjoy seeing Santa and his sleigh visit many roads across the town during December”. Once again, a live tracker was hooked up to the Sleigh, allowing children and their families to know when Santa was close! Matthew Smith, Trustee of North Walsham Play wished to thank North Walsham Round Table for deciding support them again in 2019, and said: “We have really enjoyed helping Santa and his elves once again as they visit many parts of North Walsham. We will put the donation to very good use with regards to reaching our £185,000 fundraising target for a new Skate Park.”
Find out more information about North Walsham Round Table at https://northwalsham.roundtable.co.uk/ or visit their facebook page at www.facebook.com/NWRT331.
• The new Mundesley Golf Club captains: Jenny Smith, Pat Kerrison, John Sewell and Finley Burnett-Kiernan.
Did you enjoy playing netball at school and want to get back into it at a gentle pace? Or maybe you are just seeking a way to find fitness in a fun friendly setting?
A walking netball group in North Norfolk is helping people achieve those goals and is looking for more people to join it. The hour-long sessions are at Erpingham’s Multi-Use Games Area (MUGA) on Tuesday evenings from 6.30pm and Friday mornings from 10.30am. The Erpingham sessions have been running for two years on the MUGAs basketball court but have now acquired netball posts and there are plans to have a properly marked out court too.Coach Ros Fretwell, said: “We have people of all ages and abilities, from teenagers to pensioners, who come and enjoy the sessions. Some have not played netball since school and want to do it again to get active. Others simply enjoy a social way of keeping fit and boosting their mental health and wellbeing.”Walking netball is similar to the core game, but with no running or jumping and more time to hold on to the ball.
Sessions cost £2.00 and the MUGA can be found next to the Village Hall at Erpingham (postcode NR11 7QD). For more details contact Ros Fretwell on 01263 768262 or at [email protected].
becoming a Thai massage therapist and Reiki Master, joined Mundesley in 2011 with her husband after being instantly “hooked” on a Get Ladies Back To Golf class. She has been helping the resurgent coastal club gain sponsorships. Both captains play off handicaps of 12, though Pat has been as low as six while at Caister, and Jenny’s goal is to play off eight. Young golfers got their first taste of awards success when the seaside club, which is growing its junior section under the leadership of lady member and retired teacher Ros Fretwell, held its first ever junior presentation event. Prizes were handed out after five teams took in a mixed scramble event over four holes, which was also followed by a burger and chips lunch. Mundesley Golf Club’s junior section aims to start playing friendly matches against other clubs this year, and to take part in the SuperSixes League and GirlsGolfRocks campaign – but mainly to allow youngsters, whatever their ability to improve and enjoy their sport.
For more information about Mundesley Golf Club, which offers a range of membership packages
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With more and more of us, frankly, scared at the reality of climate change and stimulated to seek ways of living more sustainably, an intiative towards discussing and developing sustainability as a way of life took place during 2019.
“Sustainable Saturday” is a series of monthly talks and debates held at the Friends Meeting House, Cremer Street, Sheringham on the second Saturday of the month, from 10.00am to noon, with, usually, a guest speaker in the second hour.Momentum was gained during the course of the year, to the point that the ever-expanding group of people eager to share and promote sustainable living in Sheringham has agreed to organise an Umbrella group - Sustainable Sheringham - that could coordinate intiatives with representatives from various othconcerned groups across North Norfolk.The first meeting of 2020, on 11th January, included input from Sheringham Deputy Mayor and local Councillor, Liz Withington, who advised the meeting on various town and district initiatives as well as local planning protocols and their potential environmental impact. Liz explained how anyone can access the details on the NNDC website
and make comments and suggestions or lodge protests. She also reminded the meeting of how Sheringham has become the first town in Norfolk to be declared “Plastic Free” - a commitment by local businesses to limit or abolish the use of single use plastics.Focusing on ways to promote sustainability, those in attendance were very enthusiastic about the possibility of having a “Green Celebration” event, in conjunction with Sheringham Carnival, to be organised by the fledgling “Sustainable Sheringham” group. In order to raise the group’s profile and to evangelise effectively, it was agreed that setting up a Facebook group page would be an excellent way to communicate to the community as well as reaching out to other relevant, local groups and independent activists.
The next “Sustainable Saturday” meeting will be on Saturday 8th February, 10.00am to 12 noon, at the Friends Meeting House, Sheringham. The guest speaker will be Judy Miller, talking about “Sustaining Self” and why it is also essential to have a healthy and sustainable inner and outer life. All welcome - coffee at 10.00am, soup lunch afterwards, Fairtrade stall.
The sun was out at Happisburgh when the Lifeboat Station Volunteers came out to help “The Big C” with a coffee morning on Saurday 18th January.
The station’s crewroom was open for refreshments, cake stall, competitions and tombola from 10.00am to 3.00pm and a large number of people went along to give support. A number of the station’s volunteers have been affected by cancer, directly or indirectly, so Happisburgh RNLI were inspired to raise funds for this Norfolk cancer charity. The day went very well and raised £665, with more funds to come in. Zoe Harris from “The Big C” also attended and was very pleased with the station’s efforts on the day.Hapisburgh RNLI would like to thank all the people who supported them and enabled them to raise this fantastic amount.
The Station’s Awards and Dinner Dance will be
held at Woodland Holiday Park, Trimingham on Saturday 29th February, starting at 6.30pm, with a three course meal at 7.00pm. Live music will be provided by Uptown Nights and there will be a raffle and auction to raise money for the RNLI.The RNLI is currently facing a Perfect Storm: its volunteers are busier than ever providing a world class rescue service but people are still drowning. Income is down so the service needs more money to save more lives – investing in the future of lifesaving is vital. Fund raising is essential in order to enable the RNLI to carry on with this work, and you can help by supporting the Awards and Dinner Dance.
Tickets are available from Crew members, the RNLI shop or by calling and leave a message at the station: 01692 583269. Cost is £30.00 and last orders are on 20th February 2020.Alternatively, visitRNLI.org/ThePerfectStorm to donate.
Members of Stalham Judo Club attended the British Judo Council (MAC) Anglia Region Competition, the final competition of 2019.
The standard of contest being extremely high but everyone from the Stalham Club who entered won medals, ranging from Gold to Bronze with. Club Instructor Paul Goodman (3rd Dan) said that he was extremely pleased with the energy and commitment all members displayed on the day, and it was very pleasing to see that Judo (one of the original Martial Arts) is still going strong in the area and that Stalham Judo Club is able to produce medal winning competitors. Paul, who has been instructing Judo for more than 40 years, went on to say that "Judo is the ideal Martial Art for children and adults to take up, as all abilities and ages are catered for (although there is a minimum
a g e of six years old for children). Judo encourages self-discipline, suppleness, co-ordination, balance and spacialawareness, plus it teaches the benefits of practicing with others to improve both yours and their skills and because of the high level of coaching it's one of the safest pastimes to participate in.".
In 2019 Stalham Judo Club moved from Stalham High School to their new location at The Wenn Evans Centre in Happisburgh but have retained the "Stalham Judo Club" name. If you're interested in joining the Club or require more information please call Paul on either 01692 650817 or 07876 648749 or contact him via Facebook Kusetsui judo club.
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Thanks to the t r e m e n d o u s support and thoughtfulness of Royal Air Force Air Defence Radar Museum Manager Lynn Kerslake and the amazing enthusiasm and encouragement of so many of her Neatishead volunteers, more than 60 Beavers, Cubs and Scouts from across North East Norfolk experienced a specially arranged visit with talks, and guides through each of the activity rooms at the Museum. Sally Weekes, who had organised the Top Awards Celebration for the District Scouts, says that the Neatishead team were so helpful in setting-up the event and extremely knowledgeable, ensuring that two groups of Beavers, Cubs and Scouts each had a fascinating insight into the role Neatishead radar played in the Second World War and the Cold War. They viewed the Bristol Bloodhound missile outside and were allowed to sit down and experience hands-on real equipment that once showed what the enemy was up to, as well as possibly the biggest thrill of all, sitting in the cockpit of a Jaguar ground-attack craft and seeing the recently acquired cockpits from Lightning fighter aircraft. The hosts also arranged for parents to have their own mini-tours and all were able to enjoy the kind hospitality of the amazing catering team throughout the day, who provided copious hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, soup, jacket potatoes and other lunchtime snacks, all made individually by a really friendly team of volunteers.Sally explained that this very special event was arranged to celebrate the young people who had achieved their Chief Scout Awards - the top award achievable in each Scouting Section. Sections from Aylsham, Buxton Lamas, Cromer, Hoveton & Wroxham, Mundesley, Rural (Roughton Mill), Salhouse, Sheringham and West Runton attended along with 31 Beavers (the first and youngest section of the Scout Group, generally aged between 6 and 8 years old) gaining their Bronze Awards; 27 Cub Scouts (the second section of the Scout Group following on from Beavers, generally aged between 8 and 10 years old) gaining their Silver Awards; and 22 Scouts (10½ to 14 years old) gaining their Gold Awards. They were also joined and supported by Explorers (14 to 18 years old) and several Scout Network members (18 to 25 years old). North Walsham Young Leader, Jack Cowell, made it back to Norfolk from
Agricultural College to be presented with his very special Young Leader Belt for completing all of his Young Leader training. When they were presented with their Awards by Radar Museum Manager, Lynn Kerslake, the young people cited a diverse range of favourite activities that they particularly enjoyed whilst gaining their badges to achieve their Top Awards. Amomg these activities were abseiling, archery, shooting, sleepovers, camping, beach trips, hikes, visits to the zoo, canoeing, cycling, knotting, den building, cooking and attending NORJAM (International Scout and Guide jamboree at the Norfolk Showground). The comon teme was “being taken out of my comfort zone and enjoying reaching new goals”.
Everyone is looking forward to achieving even more badges, learning new skills and having even more fun in 2020.
Anyone, whether a young person or adult, who is interested in joining Scouting in a nearby local Group should contact District Commissioner, Paul Henriksen, at [email protected] or on 07766 762972.
Last year the RAF Radar Museum had another very successful year., celebrating being open for 25 years and growing in volunteer numbers . However, more volunteers are still needed to join the happy band of more than 60 who help keep the Museum going, .especially people to help in the cafe on a Saturday and as room guides.The museum is now closed for the winter but re-opens on March 31st.Normal opening days are Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Bank Holiday Monday, from 10.00am to 5.00pm (other days of the week are available for group and school bookings).
For more information telephone the manager 01692 631485 or email: [email protected]
AWARDS ON SCOUTS’ RADAR
SUSTAINABLE SATURDAYS
STALHAM JUDO
A PERFECT STORM
February 2020 Town & Country News Tel. 01692 58228714
Leisure Time
With more and more of us, frankly, scared at the reality of climate change and stimulated to seek ways of living more sustainably, an intiative towards discussing and developing sustainability as a way of life took place during 2019.
“Sustainable Saturday” is a series of monthly talks and debates held at the Friends Meeting House, Cremer Street, Sheringham on the second Saturday of the month, from 10.00am to noon, with, usually, a guest speaker in the second hour.Momentum was gained during the course of the year, to the point that the ever-expanding group of people eager to share and promote sustainable living in Sheringham has agreed to organise an Umbrella group - Sustainable Sheringham - that could coordinate intiatives with representatives from various othconcerned groups across North Norfolk.The first meeting of 2020, on 11th January, included input from Sheringham Deputy Mayor and local Councillor, Liz Withington, who advised the meeting on various town and district initiatives as well as local planning protocols and their potential environmental impact. Liz explained how anyone can access the details on the NNDC website
and make comments and suggestions or lodge protests. She also reminded the meeting of how Sheringham has become the first town in Norfolk to be declared “Plastic Free” - a commitment by local businesses to limit or abolish the use of single use plastics.Focusing on ways to promote sustainability, those in attendance were very enthusiastic about the possibility of having a “Green Celebration” event, in conjunction with Sheringham Carnival, to be organised by the fledgling “Sustainable Sheringham” group. In order to raise the group’s profile and to evangelise effectively, it was agreed that setting up a Facebook group page would be an excellent way to communicate to the community as well as reaching out to other relevant, local groups and independent activists.
The next “Sustainable Saturday” meeting will be on Saturday 8th February, 10.00am to 12 noon, at the Friends Meeting House, Sheringham. The guest speaker will be Judy Miller, talking about “Sustaining Self” and why it is also essential to have a healthy and sustainable inner and outer life. All welcome - coffee at 10.00am, soup lunch afterwards, Fairtrade stall.
The sun was out at Happisburgh when the Lifeboat Station Volunteers came out to help “The Big C” with a coffee morning on Saurday 18th January.
The station’s crewroom was open for refreshments, cake stall, competitions and tombola from 10.00am to 3.00pm and a large number of people went along to give support. A number of the station’s volunteers have been affected by cancer, directly or indirectly, so Happisburgh RNLI were inspired to raise funds for this Norfolk cancer charity. The day went very well and raised £665, with more funds to come in. Zoe Harris from “The Big C” also attended and was very pleased with the station’s efforts on the day.Hapisburgh RNLI would like to thank all the people who supported them and enabled them to raise this fantastic amount.
The Station’s Awards and Dinner Dance will be
held at Woodland Holiday Park, Trimingham on Saturday 29th February, starting at 6.30pm, with a three course meal at 7.00pm. Live music will be provided by Uptown Nights and there will be a raffle and auction to raise money for the RNLI.The RNLI is currently facing a Perfect Storm: its volunteers are busier than ever providing a world class rescue service but people are still drowning. Income is down so the service needs more money to save more lives – investing in the future of lifesaving is vital. Fund raising is essential in order to enable the RNLI to carry on with this work, and you can help by supporting the Awards and Dinner Dance.
Tickets are available from Crew members, the RNLI shop or by calling and leave a message at the station: 01692 583269. Cost is £30.00 and last orders are on 20th February 2020.Alternatively, visitRNLI.org/ThePerfectStorm to donate.
Members of Stalham Judo Club attended the British Judo Council (MAC) Anglia Region Competition, the final competition of 2019.
The standard of contest being extremely high but everyone from the Stalham Club who entered won medals, ranging from Gold to Bronze with. Club Instructor Paul Goodman (3rd Dan) said that he was extremely pleased with the energy and commitment all members displayed on the day, and it was very pleasing to see that Judo (one of the original Martial Arts) is still going strong in the area and that Stalham Judo Club is able to produce medal winning competitors. Paul, who has been instructing Judo for more than 40 years, went on to say that "Judo is the ideal Martial Art for children and adults to take up, as all abilities and ages are catered for (although there is a minimum
a g e of six years old for children). Judo encourages self-discipline, suppleness, co-ordination, balance and spacialawareness, plus it teaches the benefits of practicing with others to improve both yours and their skills and because of the high level of coaching it's one of the safest pastimes to participate in.".
In 2019 Stalham Judo Club moved from Stalham High School to their new location at The Wenn Evans Centre in Happisburgh but have retained the "Stalham Judo Club" name. If you're interested in joining the Club or require more information please call Paul on either 01692 650817 or 07876 648749 or contact him via Facebook Kusetsui judo club.
Town & Country News
Thanks to the t r e m e n d o u s support and thoughtfulness of Royal Air Force Air Defence Radar Museum Manager Lynn Kerslake and the amazing enthusiasm and encouragement of so many of her Neatishead volunteers, more than 60 Beavers, Cubs and Scouts from across North East Norfolk experienced a specially arranged visit with talks, and guides through each of the activity rooms at the Museum. Sally Weekes, who had organised the Top Awards Celebration for the District Scouts, says that the Neatishead team were so helpful in setting-up the event and extremely knowledgeable, ensuring that two groups of Beavers, Cubs and Scouts each had a fascinating insight into the role Neatishead radar played in the Second World War and the Cold War. They viewed the Bristol Bloodhound missile outside and were allowed to sit down and experience hands-on real equipment that once showed what the enemy was up to, as well as possibly the biggest thrill of all, sitting in the cockpit of a Jaguar ground-attack craft and seeing the recently acquired cockpits from Lightning fighter aircraft. The hosts also arranged for parents to have their own mini-tours and all were able to enjoy the kind hospitality of the amazing catering team throughout the day, who provided copious hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, soup, jacket potatoes and other lunchtime snacks, all made individually by a really friendly team of volunteers.Sally explained that this very special event was arranged to celebrate the young people who had achieved their Chief Scout Awards - the top award achievable in each Scouting Section. Sections from Aylsham, Buxton Lamas, Cromer, Hoveton & Wroxham, Mundesley, Rural (Roughton Mill), Salhouse, Sheringham and West Runton attended along with 31 Beavers (the first and youngest section of the Scout Group, generally aged between 6 and 8 years old) gaining their Bronze Awards; 27 Cub Scouts (the second section of the Scout Group following on from Beavers, generally aged between 8 and 10 years old) gaining their Silver Awards; and 22 Scouts (10½ to 14 years old) gaining their Gold Awards. They were also joined and supported by Explorers (14 to 18 years old) and several Scout Network members (18 to 25 years old). North Walsham Young Leader, Jack Cowell, made it back to Norfolk from
Agricultural College to be presented with his very special Young Leader Belt for completing all of his Young Leader training. When they were presented with their Awards by Radar Museum Manager, Lynn Kerslake, the young people cited a diverse range of favourite activities that they particularly enjoyed whilst gaining their badges to achieve their Top Awards. Amomg these activities were abseiling, archery, shooting, sleepovers, camping, beach trips, hikes, visits to the zoo, canoeing, cycling, knotting, den building, cooking and attending NORJAM (International Scout and Guide jamboree at the Norfolk Showground). The comon teme was “being taken out of my comfort zone and enjoying reaching new goals”.
Everyone is looking forward to achieving even more badges, learning new skills and having even more fun in 2020.
Anyone, whether a young person or adult, who is interested in joining Scouting in a nearby local Group should contact District Commissioner, Paul Henriksen, at [email protected] or on 07766 762972.
Last year the RAF Radar Museum had another very successful year., celebrating being open for 25 years and growing in volunteer numbers . However, more volunteers are still needed to join the happy band of more than 60 who help keep the Museum going, .especially people to help in the cafe on a Saturday and as room guides.The museum is now closed for the winter but re-opens on March 31st.Normal opening days are Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Bank Holiday Monday, from 10.00am to 5.00pm (other days of the week are available for group and school bookings).
For more information telephone the manager 01692 631485 or email: [email protected]
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SUSTAINABLE SATURDAYS
STALHAM JUDO
A PERFECT STORM
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As the weather changes and there is more moisture in the air, people with respiratory diseases, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or asthma can be particularly susceptible to the effects, finding themselves shorter of breath or coughing more than usual. One of the most important tips is to ensure you have had the flu vaccination. Sam Oughton, COPD Nurse Specialist, says: “If you have a long term health condition, particularly a lung condition, cooler, damp weather can trigger a flare up of symptoms as well as making someone more vulnerable to illness. If you know someone, a friend or a neighbour with COPD, or a lung condition, or anyone vulnerable to changes in the weather, do look out for them – have they collected their milk from the doorstep? Opened their curtains? Turned their lights on/off, or cleared their path of ice or snow?”Every autumn and winter, GP surgeries and hospitals see an increase in visits from people with respiratory conditions. If you have a lung disease, here are some tips to help look after your lungs this winter.• If you have a lung condition and are feeling
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• Follow your self-management plan if you have one (patients with COPD should have one - if not ask your GP surgery/nurse for one).
• Get the flu jab and avoid contact with people who have cold symptoms
• Ensure you have both the flu and pneumonia vaccinations and avoid people with cold symptoms where possible.
• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze and encourage other people around you to do the same.
• Throw away used tissues as soon as you can and wash hands regularly.
• Stay warm• Heat your home to at least 18˚c or even
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• Wear layers of clothing as these trap the warm air better than one bulky layer, wear a hat indoors if needed, and keep a blanket nearby.
• If you are unable to move around much make up a hot flask and have hot drinks/soup throughout day. Try and have one hot meal a day.
When you’re out and about• Check the weather report. If it is too cold
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• Wear a scarf/snood to cover your mouth and cheeks to stop the cold air tightening your airways.
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To celebrate 70 years since the formation of the Sheringham & District Branch of the Royal Air Force Association, there will be a Big Band Concert by the Royal Air Force College Band on Saturday 29th February at St Peter’s Church in Sheringham.
The Band will play a full repertoire of military and popular music, with soloists
demonstrating individual skills. This Concert, starting at 2.30pm, will be the second visit to Sheringham of the internationally famous military Band, all members of which are serving in the Royal Air Force. Their Concert in 2018 sold out within days of tickets being released. All profits from this Concert will be donated to the RAF Association 2020 Wings Appeal, raising the vital funds needed to
support serving and former RAF personnel and their families.
Tickets, priced at £15.00 each, are available from Sheringham Little Theatre, either personally, online or by calling 01263 822347. For for more information please contact the RAFA Branch on: 01263 479507.
BIG BAND TO CELEBRATESHERINGHAM RAFA'S 70th
Come February, the nodding heads of Thorpe Market’s snowdrops will be peeking above ground to see who is around, so .why not go and welcome their return on Sundays throughoutthe month?
Not only can you enjoy the glorious display of the the churchyard but also be welcomed inside the warm church by a feast, both visual and cake-based. Once again, the church will be hosting a series of art exhibitions, Woodgate Nursery and Foundry will be selling a selection of Spring plants and hand-crafted metalwork, honey produced by bees from Hazel Grove by local bee keepers Ken & Theresa Caves will be on sale, and woodland crafts from Wrong’s Covert Woodland Restoration, unique glass gardens and terrariums by Moongazer Glass Gardens and willow work by SilverWood Studio will also be for sale. The funds raised will help to keep the church and churchyard in good order, available for community use and, most importantly, open as a place of worship for the people of the village and further afield. Last year the snowdrops attracted more than 1,200 visitors over four Sundays, many volunteers coming from outlying villages, and without them none of the fund-raising efforts would be possible at the church, especially the homemade cakes that have been so much in demand that a collection of recipes has been produced for sale. There will also be exhibiting artists for each Sunday, as follows:
Following on from last year's highly successful run of Nigel Manson's comedy 'Miss Marble Strikes; Again!' at the Little Theatre, S h e r i n g h a m , Stage Direct are changing the theme this Spring to a drama by way of a play called 'The Thrill of Love', by Amanda Whittington.
This highly acclaimed, award-winning play depicts and dramatizes the true life story of Mrs Ruth Ellis, who shot and killed her lover, David Blakely. Ruth was the last woman to hanged in England, in 1955, aged 28 years, and there was a public outcry and a sense of injustice, which were major factors that lead to the abolition of the death penalty.Ruth made her mark as a blonde bombshell and was deemed 'a reporter's dream' for her tragic affair with an upper class racing driver. It may be said her lifestyle helped to condemn her in court, as, indeed, her remorseless attitude added to her troubles. Some of the characters are real in this depiction but some are mortal manifestations of Ruth’s lifestyle at the time. This play promises to be an exciting drama that will have its audience on the edge of their seats as it weaves its way through the sometimes brutal realities of Ruth’s daily life and loves.“The cast will go through an emotional rollercoaster during the performance, which is both challenging and exhilarating at the same time,” said Director Derek Bull, “In parts, the action and dialogue will give you goose bumps at the senseless brutality of the law at the time. This play is designed to make us think and examine our own lives, even today, which is what great theatre should achieve, and wow!, I think this play does just that.”
The Thrill of Love will run on Friday 6th and Saturday 7th of March at Sheringham Little Theatre, at 7.30pm. Tickets are available from their box office on 01263 822347 at www.sheringhamlittletheatre.com or via [email protected].
A Valentines Black Tie Ball is being held at the Sutton Staithe Hotel, Stalham on Saturday 15th February by Jessica's Wish.
Jessica's Wish is a charity run by Susan and Robert G o r e h a m , who lost their daughter Jessica 13 years ago. Since then, and with the help of their two sons, they have donated to the Norwich & N o r f o l k Hosp i t a l ' C u d d l e C o t s ' , which are refrigerated u n i t s that give heartbroken parents a chance to spend longer with their still-born children. If you are looking for a romantic night of love and entertainment then look no further; you will be treated to a sit down two/three course meal, live music from Imogen Addison and a performance from the lovely burlesque dancing ladies from Honey Bs, plus DJ Carl Simon., and to top it all off there will be a live Auction with some amazing prizes for you to
treat the loved one in your life. It's all in aid of East Anglia's Children's Hospice. The Gorehams say: "The new
East Anglia Hospice will do absolutely great things for children and parents. We want to raise money to help f i n a l i s e t h e i r equipment and get set up as quick as
possible."
The event will run from 7.00pm to late, Ticket price is £30.00 for two course meal and £35.00 for three course meal, and this includes all entertainment. You can get yours at https://www.facebook.com/events/2261401767248332/ or by contacting Sutton Staithe Hotel direct.
Mr & Mrs Thomas Blofeld invite you to enjoy a relaxing stroll in the beautiful gardens at Hoveton House on Sunday 16th February 2020 from 11.00am to 2.00pm for a Snowdrop & Aconite Walk with Brunch in aid of Autism Anglia and St John’s Church, Hoveton.
Tickets cost £10.00 adult (£5.00 for children under 12), to include winter soup, barbecued hotdogs (veggie available), a glass of wine or soft drink. For tickets and information call 01692 630892 (tickets also available on the gate)
Hoveton House can be found off the A1062 Hoveton to Horning Road, postcode NR12 8JE (please note this event is at Hoveton HOUSE not Hoveton HALL).
VALENTINEBALL
SNOWDROPS THE THRILLOF LOVE
February 2nd - Three Local Artists: Rosemary Fereday, Antonia Martinez & Tony Lee;February 9th - Nine Photographers;February 16th - Rebecca Hitchens and 6by4 Secret Postcard Fundraiser;February 23th - IMPRESSED Norfolk Printmakers.
For further information please contact the Churchwarden, Martin Castle, at [email protected] or on 07817 027589.
• Imogen Addison
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•Simon Brown - at The Hub on Sunday 23rd.
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These mental health services used to exist in North Norfolk. Now they are all gone.
• A COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH TEAM • A CRISIS TEAM • A SPECIALIST MENTAL HEALTH TEAM SUPPORTING
PATIENTS • PSYCHIATRIC NURSES ATTACHED TO ALL GP
SURGERIES • A CRIMINAL JUSTICE TEAM TO ASSESS THOSE WITH
MENTAL ILLNESS WHO ENDED UP IN POLICE STATIONS
• A ‘HERON COACH’ WHICH VISITED ISOLATED VILLAGES TO GIVE ADVICE AND SUPPORT.
• DUAL DIAGNOSIS OF MENTAL ILLNESS AND DRUG/ALCOHOL ADDICTION TREATMENT
Contact: [email protected] for more info.
WANTED:
MENTALHEALTHSERVICES
FORNORTHNORFOLK!
The Ashmanhaugh Light Railway will be having Open Days on the first Sunday in the Month (weather permitting), as follows: Sunday 3rd May; Sunday 7th June; Sunday 5th July; Sunday 2nd August; Sunday 6th September; Sunday 4th OctoberTrains will be running from 2.00pm to 5.00pm at East View Farm, Stone Lane, Ashmanhaugh, Norwich NR12 8YW (close to Wroxham Barns) Details at www.ashmanhaughlightrailway.co.uk.
A mini film festival, at ‘The Venue’ Holt Community & Arts Centre over the weekend of February 21st, 22nd and 23rd will feature and celebrate films connected with Norfolk and East Anglia.
The February Film Festival will kick-off with an Opening Reception with drinks and finger food from 6.00pm on Friday 21st of February, followed by an interview with Jonathan Blagrove by Anwen Hurt at 7.15pm. This will be followed at 8.30pm by a showing of ‘The Final Reel’, narrated by the late John Hurt, a feature length documentary about our love affair with cinema. There will also be a small archive display of relevant photographs.
Friday 21st 6.00pm – Opening Reception with drinks and finger food;.7.15pm – Interview with Jonathan Blagrove by Anwen Hurt;8.30pm to 10.00pm - ‘The Final Reel'.
Saturday 22nd10.30am to 12.30pm – ‘Lucy Lavers – Return to Dunkirk 75 Years On’, with a pre-film discussion, about the project between director Jeremy Brettingham and Simon Garnier, Trustee of Rescue Wooden Boats;2.00pm to 4.00pm – ‘Drowning by Numbers’;5.00pm to 7.00pm – ‘In Love with Alma Cogan’, introduced by Anwen Hurt (Producer and Casting Director of the film);8.00pm to 10.00pm – ‘Widow's Walk’ (2019);
Sunday 23rd 11.00am to 1.15pm – ‘Akenfield’ (Cert. 12), ‘Akenfield Revisited’;2.30pm to 4.30pm – ‘All The King’s Men’ ( Cert. 15);5.30pm – 7.30pm – ‘The Go Between’ (Cert. PG);
Food and refreshments will be available, before and between film showings, throughout the weekend, so there's no need to even leave the venue! Tickets cost £5.00 for the opening reception and per film or £30.0 for a weekend book of eight tickets and are .available on the door or in advance from The Venue (Holt Community and Art Centre), Osokozi, Tess Ainley, Watson’s and Thoughtful Expressions, all in Holt (N.B. payment by cash or cheque only).
Saturday 1st February, 8.00pm to 9.00pm & 9.45pm to 10.45pm - The Djangoliers at Stower Grange Hotel, School Road, Drayton, NR8 6EF, in the first of a series of jazz suppers. The quartet summon the spirit of Django Reinhardt with tunes written by or associated with him. The performance will include anecdotes about the musician’s life and so you can expect a swinging and informative evening. Zak Barrett (clarinet), Simon Hurley (guitar), Bob Ford (guitar), Andy Staples (bass).Tickets £25.00, reservations on 01603 860210; price includes a jazz supper (main course – three options).
Sunday 2nd February, 1.30pm - Norfolk Jazz Quintet at The Goat Inn. Long Road, Skeyton, NR10 5DH. Melodic jazz standards from the golden age of popular jazz. This venue is justifiably referred to as the home of jazz in North Norfolk, with a reputation built on the commitment of the owners, the quality of the musicians and the input of the staff team - and it's always friendly. Tim Densham (clarinet and saxophones), Bill Brewer (trombone), Peter Gregory (guitar and banjo), Liz Underdown (string bass), Vic Brown (drums).Admission is always free and you can simply “drop in” to have a drink and enjoy the music. However, if you would like a table for lunch it is essential to book, 01692 538600.
Tuesday 13th February, 7.30pm - Kit Downes (piano) and Lewis
PIANIST to accompany The Mundesley Community Choir, under the musical direction of conductor Zaira Pulumbo. The Choir rehearses weekly on Tuesday, 7.30pm to 9.30pm, at Mundesley Methodist Church, and aims to perform four concerts a year. All expenses will be paid.
If you can help, please contact Janet Chapman on 01263 722022 or at [email protected].
Following the successful Big Bash event in May last year The North Walsham Think Carer Network is organising another North Walsham ‘Big Bash’ for 25th April, again be held in North Walsham Community Centre and Library.
This will be a chance for groups and organisations providing activities and services in the town to network, promote what they do, encourage volunteers and meet other groups. It will be a friendly place for people to come together, chat and meet others. North Walsham Think Carer Network is a network of over 40 groups and non-profit organisations, all of which support local people and those they care for in North Walsham. The Network aims to raise awareness of this work, and the needs of unpaid carers in the town.
If you are a community group or not-for-profit organisation serving the community in North Walsham and wish to have a stand at the Big Bash you can email [email protected] or call Fay on 07450 655475.For further information on the Think Carer Network you can contact its Chair, Elizabeth Hargest, on 01692 405650, or Secretary, Paul Robinson, on 07939 299981.
band. After the success of last year’s show the band is back to perform more love songs and ballads written by some of the greatest song writers of the 20th century. The raked seating will be removed and the auditorium will morph into a nightclub. Tickets £16.00, reservations on 01263 713444 or at www.audentheatre.co.uk.
Sunday 23rd February - The Simon Brown Trio at The Hub at Sheringham Little Theatre, 2 Station Road, NR26 8RE. Simon needs no introduction to audiences at the Hub; he is one of the region’s elite and “in demand” musicians. Simon will be playing in the format of the piano led trio and the music will be a selection from his extensive repertoire. His compatriots will be Suffolk based musicians
Owen Morgan (bass) and Alex Best (drums).Tickets £10.00 from the Box Office on 01263 822347 or at [email protected] or www.sheringhamlittletheatre.com
Friday February 28th, 7.30pm - Jazz at the Belfry Centre for Music and the Arts, Overstrand with Mick Murphy and the ‘Bats In The Belfry’ performing their fresh and entertaining selection of songs old and new, New Orleans style, in a comfortable, informal setting. Admission £5.00, licensed bar and a guaranteed warm welcome - and possibly a surprise or two. At the December session, the surprise was the appearance of 10 year old Alfie Turnbull for two numbers, proving to be a dab hand on the double bass. Who knows what February wireception ll bring? For further information call 01263 579196.
Wright (vibraphoe) at Anteros Arts Foundation, 11-12 Fyfe Street, Norwich, NR3 1LJ.. Kit and Lewis are both internationally recognised musicians and are truly local, having developed their early skill and knowledge here and both having graduated from the Norwich Student Jazz Orchestra before going to music college. They are one of the most virtuosic and original duos of recent years and play exhilarating up-tempo improvisation to lyrical ballads. They explore a landscape of music that blurs the boundaries between the scored and improvised. They will be performing pieces from their debut album “Duet”.Tickets £12.50, reservations on 01603 766129 or at www.anterosfoundation.com.
Friday 14th February, 7.30pm - Barbar and the Black Sheep at Auden Theatre, Gresham’s School, Cromer Road, Holt, NR25 6EA. Valentine's music from Barbar Gough (vocals), Chris Cooper (keyboard) Justin Myers (bass guitar) and their
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To celebrate 70 years since the formation of the Sheringham & District Branch of the Royal Air Force Association, there will be a Big Band Concert by the Royal Air Force College Band on Saturday 29th February at St Peter’s Church in Sheringham.
The Band will play a full repertoire of military and popular music, with soloists
demonstrating individual skills. This Concert, starting at 2.30pm, will be the second visit to Sheringham of the internationally famous military Band, all members of which are serving in the Royal Air Force. Their Concert in 2018 sold out within days of tickets being released. All profits from this Concert will be donated to the RAF Association 2020 Wings Appeal, raising the vital funds needed to
support serving and former RAF personnel and their families.
Tickets, priced at £15.00 each, are available from Sheringham Little Theatre, either personally, online or by calling 01263 822347. For for more information please contact the RAFA Branch on: 01263 479507.
BIG BAND TO CELEBRATESHERINGHAM RAFA'S 70th
Come February, the nodding heads of Thorpe Market’s snowdrops will be peeking above ground to see who is around, so .why not go and welcome their return on Sundays throughoutthe month?
Not only can you enjoy the glorious display of the the churchyard but also be welcomed inside the warm church by a feast, both visual and cake-based. Once again, the church will be hosting a series of art exhibitions, Woodgate Nursery and Foundry will be selling a selection of Spring plants and hand-crafted metalwork, honey produced by bees from Hazel Grove by local bee keepers Ken & Theresa Caves will be on sale, and woodland crafts from Wrong’s Covert Woodland Restoration, unique glass gardens and terrariums by Moongazer Glass Gardens and willow work by SilverWood Studio will also be for sale. The funds raised will help to keep the church and churchyard in good order, available for community use and, most importantly, open as a place of worship for the people of the village and further afield. Last year the snowdrops attracted more than 1,200 visitors over four Sundays, many volunteers coming from outlying villages, and without them none of the fund-raising efforts would be possible at the church, especially the homemade cakes that have been so much in demand that a collection of recipes has been produced for sale. There will also be exhibiting artists for each Sunday, as follows:
Following on from last year's highly successful run of Nigel Manson's comedy 'Miss Marble Strikes; Again!' at the Little Theatre, S h e r i n g h a m , Stage Direct are changing the theme this Spring to a drama by way of a play called 'The Thrill of Love', by Amanda Whittington.
This highly acclaimed, award-winning play depicts and dramatizes the true life story of Mrs Ruth Ellis, who shot and killed her lover, David Blakely. Ruth was the last woman to hanged in England, in 1955, aged 28 years, and there was a public outcry and a sense of injustice, which were major factors that lead to the abolition of the death penalty.Ruth made her mark as a blonde bombshell and was deemed 'a reporter's dream' for her tragic affair with an upper class racing driver. It may be said her lifestyle helped to condemn her in court, as, indeed, her remorseless attitude added to her troubles. Some of the characters are real in this depiction but some are mortal manifestations of Ruth’s lifestyle at the time. This play promises to be an exciting drama that will have its audience on the edge of their seats as it weaves its way through the sometimes brutal realities of Ruth’s daily life and loves.“The cast will go through an emotional rollercoaster during the performance, which is both challenging and exhilarating at the same time,” said Director Derek Bull, “In parts, the action and dialogue will give you goose bumps at the senseless brutality of the law at the time. This play is designed to make us think and examine our own lives, even today, which is what great theatre should achieve, and wow!, I think this play does just that.”
The Thrill of Love will run on Friday 6th and Saturday 7th of March at Sheringham Little Theatre, at 7.30pm. Tickets are available from their box office on 01263 822347 at www.sheringhamlittletheatre.com or via [email protected].
A Valentines Black Tie Ball is being held at the Sutton Staithe Hotel, Stalham on Saturday 15th February by Jessica's Wish.
Jessica's Wish is a charity run by Susan and Robert G o r e h a m , who lost their daughter Jessica 13 years ago. Since then, and with the help of their two sons, they have donated to the Norwich & N o r f o l k Hosp i t a l ' C u d d l e C o t s ' , which are refrigerated u n i t s that give heartbroken parents a chance to spend longer with their still-born children. If you are looking for a romantic night of love and entertainment then look no further; you will be treated to a sit down two/three course meal, live music from Imogen Addison and a performance from the lovely burlesque dancing ladies from Honey Bs, plus DJ Carl Simon., and to top it all off there will be a live Auction with some amazing prizes for you to
treat the loved one in your life. It's all in aid of East Anglia's Children's Hospice. The Gorehams say: "The new
East Anglia Hospice will do absolutely great things for children and parents. We want to raise money to help f i n a l i s e t h e i r equipment and get set up as quick as
possible."
The event will run from 7.00pm to late, Ticket price is £30.00 for two course meal and £35.00 for three course meal, and this includes all entertainment. You can get yours at https://www.facebook.com/events/2261401767248332/ or by contacting Sutton Staithe Hotel direct.
Mr & Mrs Thomas Blofeld invite you to enjoy a relaxing stroll in the beautiful gardens at Hoveton House on Sunday 16th February 2020 from 11.00am to 2.00pm for a Snowdrop & Aconite Walk with Brunch in aid of Autism Anglia and St John’s Church, Hoveton.
Tickets cost £10.00 adult (£5.00 for children under 12), to include winter soup, barbecued hotdogs (veggie available), a glass of wine or soft drink. For tickets and information call 01692 630892 (tickets also available on the gate)
Hoveton House can be found off the A1062 Hoveton to Horning Road, postcode NR12 8JE (please note this event is at Hoveton HOUSE not Hoveton HALL).
VALENTINEBALL
SNOWDROPS THE THRILLOF LOVE
February 2nd - Three Local Artists: Rosemary Fereday, Antonia Martinez & Tony Lee;February 9th - Nine Photographers;February 16th - Rebecca Hitchens and 6by4 Secret Postcard Fundraiser;February 23th - IMPRESSED Norfolk Printmakers.
For further information please contact the Churchwarden, Martin Castle, at [email protected] or on 07817 027589.
• Imogen Addison
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SEA PALLING CAR PARK
IMPROVEMENTS
JAZZ IN FEBRUARY
•Simon Brown - at The Hub on Sunday 23rd.
EVERYONEWELCOMETOAPUBLICMEETING
FRIDAY7thFEBRUARY20206.30pmCROMERPARISHHALL
CHURCHSTREET,CROMER
These mental health services used to exist in North Norfolk. Now they are all gone.
• A COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH TEAM • A CRISIS TEAM • A SPECIALIST MENTAL HEALTH TEAM SUPPORTING
PATIENTS • PSYCHIATRIC NURSES ATTACHED TO ALL GP
SURGERIES • A CRIMINAL JUSTICE TEAM TO ASSESS THOSE WITH
MENTAL ILLNESS WHO ENDED UP IN POLICE STATIONS
• A ‘HERON COACH’ WHICH VISITED ISOLATED VILLAGES TO GIVE ADVICE AND SUPPORT.
• DUAL DIAGNOSIS OF MENTAL ILLNESS AND DRUG/ALCOHOL ADDICTION TREATMENT
Contact: [email protected] for more info.
WANTED:
MENTALHEALTHSERVICES
FORNORTHNORFOLK!
The Ashmanhaugh Light Railway will be having Open Days on the first Sunday in the Month (weather permitting), as follows: Sunday 3rd May; Sunday 7th June; Sunday 5th July; Sunday 2nd August; Sunday 6th September; Sunday 4th OctoberTrains will be running from 2.00pm to 5.00pm at East View Farm, Stone Lane, Ashmanhaugh, Norwich NR12 8YW (close to Wroxham Barns) Details at www.ashmanhaughlightrailway.co.uk.
A mini film festival, at ‘The Venue’ Holt Community & Arts Centre over the weekend of February 21st, 22nd and 23rd will feature and celebrate films connected with Norfolk and East Anglia.
The February Film Festival will kick-off with an Opening Reception with drinks and finger food from 6.00pm on Friday 21st of February, followed by an interview with Jonathan Blagrove by Anwen Hurt at 7.15pm. This will be followed at 8.30pm by a showing of ‘The Final Reel’, narrated by the late John Hurt, a feature length documentary about our love affair with cinema. There will also be a small archive display of relevant photographs.
Friday 21st 6.00pm – Opening Reception with drinks and finger food;.7.15pm – Interview with Jonathan Blagrove by Anwen Hurt;8.30pm to 10.00pm - ‘The Final Reel'.
Saturday 22nd10.30am to 12.30pm – ‘Lucy Lavers – Return to Dunkirk 75 Years On’, with a pre-film discussion, about the project between director Jeremy Brettingham and Simon Garnier, Trustee of Rescue Wooden Boats;2.00pm to 4.00pm – ‘Drowning by Numbers’;5.00pm to 7.00pm – ‘In Love with Alma Cogan’, introduced by Anwen Hurt (Producer and Casting Director of the film);8.00pm to 10.00pm – ‘Widow's Walk’ (2019);
Sunday 23rd 11.00am to 1.15pm – ‘Akenfield’ (Cert. 12), ‘Akenfield Revisited’;2.30pm to 4.30pm – ‘All The King’s Men’ ( Cert. 15);5.30pm – 7.30pm – ‘The Go Between’ (Cert. PG);
Food and refreshments will be available, before and between film showings, throughout the weekend, so there's no need to even leave the venue! Tickets cost £5.00 for the opening reception and per film or £30.0 for a weekend book of eight tickets and are .available on the door or in advance from The Venue (Holt Community and Art Centre), Osokozi, Tess Ainley, Watson’s and Thoughtful Expressions, all in Holt (N.B. payment by cash or cheque only).
Saturday 1st February, 8.00pm to 9.00pm & 9.45pm to 10.45pm - The Djangoliers at Stower Grange Hotel, School Road, Drayton, NR8 6EF, in the first of a series of jazz suppers. The quartet summon the spirit of Django Reinhardt with tunes written by or associated with him. The performance will include anecdotes about the musician’s life and so you can expect a swinging and informative evening. Zak Barrett (clarinet), Simon Hurley (guitar), Bob Ford (guitar), Andy Staples (bass).Tickets £25.00, reservations on 01603 860210; price includes a jazz supper (main course – three options).
Sunday 2nd February, 1.30pm - Norfolk Jazz Quintet at The Goat Inn. Long Road, Skeyton, NR10 5DH. Melodic jazz standards from the golden age of popular jazz. This venue is justifiably referred to as the home of jazz in North Norfolk, with a reputation built on the commitment of the owners, the quality of the musicians and the input of the staff team - and it's always friendly. Tim Densham (clarinet and saxophones), Bill Brewer (trombone), Peter Gregory (guitar and banjo), Liz Underdown (string bass), Vic Brown (drums).Admission is always free and you can simply “drop in” to have a drink and enjoy the music. However, if you would like a table for lunch it is essential to book, 01692 538600.
Tuesday 13th February, 7.30pm - Kit Downes (piano) and Lewis
PIANIST to accompany The Mundesley Community Choir, under the musical direction of conductor Zaira Pulumbo. The Choir rehearses weekly on Tuesday, 7.30pm to 9.30pm, at Mundesley Methodist Church, and aims to perform four concerts a year. All expenses will be paid.
If you can help, please contact Janet Chapman on 01263 722022 or at [email protected].
Following the successful Big Bash event in May last year The North Walsham Think Carer Network is organising another North Walsham ‘Big Bash’ for 25th April, again be held in North Walsham Community Centre and Library.
This will be a chance for groups and organisations providing activities and services in the town to network, promote what they do, encourage volunteers and meet other groups. It will be a friendly place for people to come together, chat and meet others. North Walsham Think Carer Network is a network of over 40 groups and non-profit organisations, all of which support local people and those they care for in North Walsham. The Network aims to raise awareness of this work, and the needs of unpaid carers in the town.
If you are a community group or not-for-profit organisation serving the community in North Walsham and wish to have a stand at the Big Bash you can email [email protected] or call Fay on 07450 655475.For further information on the Think Carer Network you can contact its Chair, Elizabeth Hargest, on 01692 405650, or Secretary, Paul Robinson, on 07939 299981.
band. After the success of last year’s show the band is back to perform more love songs and ballads written by some of the greatest song writers of the 20th century. The raked seating will be removed and the auditorium will morph into a nightclub. Tickets £16.00, reservations on 01263 713444 or at www.audentheatre.co.uk.
Sunday 23rd February - The Simon Brown Trio at The Hub at Sheringham Little Theatre, 2 Station Road, NR26 8RE. Simon needs no introduction to audiences at the Hub; he is one of the region’s elite and “in demand” musicians. Simon will be playing in the format of the piano led trio and the music will be a selection from his extensive repertoire. His compatriots will be Suffolk based musicians
Owen Morgan (bass) and Alex Best (drums).Tickets £10.00 from the Box Office on 01263 822347 or at [email protected] or www.sheringhamlittletheatre.com
Friday February 28th, 7.30pm - Jazz at the Belfry Centre for Music and the Arts, Overstrand with Mick Murphy and the ‘Bats In The Belfry’ performing their fresh and entertaining selection of songs old and new, New Orleans style, in a comfortable, informal setting. Admission £5.00, licensed bar and a guaranteed warm welcome - and possibly a surprise or two. At the December session, the surprise was the appearance of 10 year old Alfie Turnbull for two numbers, proving to be a dab hand on the double bass. Who knows what February wireception ll bring? For further information call 01263 579196.
Wright (vibraphoe) at Anteros Arts Foundation, 11-12 Fyfe Street, Norwich, NR3 1LJ.. Kit and Lewis are both internationally recognised musicians and are truly local, having developed their early skill and knowledge here and both having graduated from the Norwich Student Jazz Orchestra before going to music college. They are one of the most virtuosic and original duos of recent years and play exhilarating up-tempo improvisation to lyrical ballads. They explore a landscape of music that blurs the boundaries between the scored and improvised. They will be performing pieces from their debut album “Duet”.Tickets £12.50, reservations on 01603 766129 or at www.anterosfoundation.com.
Friday 14th February, 7.30pm - Barbar and the Black Sheep at Auden Theatre, Gresham’s School, Cromer Road, Holt, NR25 6EA. Valentine's music from Barbar Gough (vocals), Chris Cooper (keyboard) Justin Myers (bass guitar) and their
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FILM FEST
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FEBRUARYMonday 3rd10.30am - WIVETON DOWNS, a Grade 2 walk of 2 miles through heathland, on minor roads and footpaths , with moderate gradients.. Meet at Wiveton Downs Local Nature Reserve car park (free), near Wiveton Bell, NR25 7TL.
Tuesday 4th10.30am - SUTTON STAITHE, a Grade 3 walk of 3 miles on pavements and footpaths, with one steep slope and some steps. Meet at the Sutton Staithe Hotel REAR car park, the Staithe, Sutton, NR12 9QS.
Wednesday 5th10.30am - CORPUSTY/SAXTHORPE, a gentle walk of 2½ miles on tracks, minor roads, dirt paths and grass. Meet at Corpusty and Saxthorpe Village Hall, Heydon Road, Corpusty, NR11 6QG.
Thursday 6th10.30am - BACTON CHURCH AMBLE, a flat walk of 2 miles on minor roads and grass tracks. Meet at the Bacton & Edingthorpe Cubitt Memorial Playing Field car park, North Walsham Road, Bacton, NR12 0EU (turn onto the small track opposite the Coast Road turning).
Friday 7th10.30am - WEST RUNTON TO BEESTON BUMP, a scenic Grade 3 walk of 3 miles on grass, dirt and pavement, with a steep gradient. Meet at The Village Inn car park (free), West Runton, NR27 9QT.
Monday 10th10.30am - LUDHAM, a Grade 2 walk of 2½ miles alongside the River Ant and its estuaries, on farmland, grass, gravel, woodland and field paths, with gentle gradients and one small section of steps. Meet at Ludham How Hill free car park, off the A1062 from Wroxham or Potter Heigham (signposted).10.30am - NORTH WALSHAM MEMORIAL PARK, a flat walk of any distance to 1 mile around the Memorial Park, on hard paths and/or grass. Meet at the New Road car park, North Walsham, NR28 9DE (parking harges apply). Please book for this walk on 01263 519405 by 3.00pm on Friday 7th.
Tuesday 11th10.30am - SOUTHREPPS CHURCH, a Grade 3 country walk of 4 miles on minor roads and tracks, with gentle to moderate gradients. Meet at Southrepps Village Hall, The Loke, Southrepps (near Postcode NR11 8NP)
Wednesday 12th10.30am - SALTHOUSE HEATH, a Grade 3 walk of 3¾ miles on field edges, heath and minor roads, with gentle to moderate gradients. Meet at car park on Purdy Street (from Dun Cow turn onto Purdy Street - car park is on left after ½ mile).
Thursday 13th11.00am - TRIMINGHAM CLIFF & COUNTRYSIDE, a Grade 2 walk of 2½ miles along the cliffs and inland, on minor roads and tracks. Meet at the lay-by opposite Woodlands Caravan Park, Coast Road, Trimingham, NR11 8AL. Walk Leader to call Liz on 01263 834965 two days prior to walk to arrange for the Hall to be open for refreshments and toilets.
Friday 14th10.30am - HOLKHAM LAKE, a Grade 2/3 flat walk of 3 miles to and around the lake. Meet at the village fre car park, signposted to the right as you approach main entrance (North Gate) 250m after the Victoria pub (Grid Ref: TG882437).
Monday 17th10.30am - STALHAM SPORTS CENTRE, a Grade 2 walk of 2¾ miles on a mix of gravel, dirt, and grass paths, crossing fields and around
field edges. Meet at Stalham Sports Centre (High School) Brumstead Road, Stalham NR12 9DG.
Tuesday 18th10.30am - KELLING/TELEGRAPH HILL, a Grade 3 walk of 3 miles along field edges and through woodland, with moderate to steep gradients. Meet and park at the Old Reading Rooms Tea Room, The Street, Kelling, NR25 7EL.1.30pm - HOLT TOWN BOOKABLE, an advanced Grade 1 flat walk of 1½ miles out to the Kelling Road and back, on pavement, dirt and grass tracks. Meet outside the Tourist Info Centre, 3 Pound House, Market Place, Holt, NR25 6BW. Please book for this walk on 01263 519405 by 3.00pm on Monday 17th.
Wednesday 19th10.30am - HORSEY MERE, a Grade 3 flat walk of 3.1 miles on track and riverside paths. Meet at Horsey Staithe/Windpump car park (charges apply), Great Yarmouth, NR29 4EF (on the B1159, 4 miles east of Martham).
Thursday 20th10.30am - BANNINGHAM (REVERSED), a flat Grade 3 walk of 3¾ miles through farm land and across tracks and minor roads. Meet at Banningham Crown pub car park (free), Colby Road, Banningham, NR11 7DY.
Friday 21st10.30am - SOUTHREPPS CIRCULAR, a Grade 2 walk of 2.3 miles on a mix of concrete, common and woodland, with gentle gradients. Meet at the lay-by opposite Southrepps Primary School, Lower Street, Southrepps, NR11 8UG – parking in layby and along street.
Monday 24th10.30am - POTTER HEIGHAM CANDLE DYKE, a Grade 3 flat walk of just under 4 miles alongside the Broad and round to Candle Dyke, on tracks. Meet at Potter Heigham Bridge, NR29 5JE (find own parking).
Tuesday 25th10.30am - SHERINGHAM PARK TEMPLE, a Grade 2 walk of 2½ miles through the park on dirt, gravel, grass and woodland paths, with moderate gradients. Meet at the Dales Hotel car park (free), Lodge Hill, Sheringham, NR26 8TJ.
Wednesday 26th10.30am - BEESTON COMMON AMBLE, a relaxed pace walk of 2½ miles on a mix of dirt, grass, woodland and concrete paths, with gentle/moderate gradients. Meet at Priory Maze car park (free), Cromer Road, Sheringham, NR26 8SF.
Thursday 27th10.30am - FELBRIGG LAKE & VICTORY, a Grade 3 walk of 3½ miles on gravel, woodland, lakeside, grass and covered boardwalk, with moderate gradients. Meet at Felbrigg Hall free car park off the Sustead Road (turn off the A148 on the byroad to Sustead and take a left at the lodge; car park is on the right. Parking charges may apply for non-National Trust members).
Friday 28th10.30am - CROMER TO EAST RUNTON, a Grade 3 walk of 3¼ miles on dirt, gravel, grass and minor roads, with moderate gradients. Meet at the NNDC car park, Runton Road, Cromer (parking charges apply).10.30am - CROMER NORTH LODGE PARK, a Grade 1 walk of 1 mile on paved surfaces with gentle gradients and breath-taking views, for all abilities and people living with dementia and their careers.. Meet at the site of the former Cromer Doctors Surgery 48 Overstrand Road NR27 OAJ (parking along road near cricket ground; wheelchair-friendly but kerbs). Please book on 01263 519405 by 3.00pm on Thursday 27th.
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An award-winning local community group run by volunteers, carrying out practical conservation activities that offer people the opportunity to get outdoors, get a bit fitter, and feel better whilst doing good for the environment. Meet new people, learn new skills, and have fun while working at your own pace. No experience is necessary, and you do not have to be fit to join. Please try and arrive at the meeting points early as we often work away from these and could be hard to find (maps are available on request). WE PROVIDE All tools and PPE. PLEASE WEAR old clothes, sturdy boots & waterproofs.Contacts. email. [email protected]; phone. 07943 703919 (task afternoons only); website. www.northnorfolkworkoutgroup.org.
FEBRUARYSaturday 1st11.00am to 12.30pm - DIGIFEST: STOP MOTION ANIMATION at Wroxham Library, for children aged 8 to 11. Try your hand at stop motion film making and make your own amazing Lego film. No experience needed, beginners welcome. Spaces are limited, so book - call 01603 782560.7.00pm - SOCIAL SEQUENCE & BALLROOM DANCE at Bracecamp Parish Hall, Ormesby NR29 3QB. Entry £4.00 including refreshments. All welcome. Details from 01263 502215.
Sunday 2nd5.00pm - CHORAL EVENSONG FOR CANDLEMAS in All Saints Church Upper Sheringham, sung by The Trinity Singers. All most welcome.
Monday 3rd10.00am - WALK THE WEAVERS WAY with Trafalgar Branch Oddfellows, who will be walking along a small part of Weavers Way from Honing station to East Ruston and back. Meet at Honing station car park. No cost. details from Angela on 01692 407852 or at [email protected] till 9.15 - ART GROUP at Stalham. Call 01692 583446 for more details. Continues every Monday.
Monday 3rd & 10th2.00pm to 3.30pm - SING YOUR HEART OUT (North Norfolk) at The Lighthouse, Cromer Road, Sheringham, NR26 8RT, open to anyone who loves to sing in good company. Professional voice-coaches lead the sessions, with songs chosen for their feelgood factor. It’s not a choir and you don’t need to have a good voice or read music. The sessions are drop-ins no need to book and no charge; it’s free to attend (donations always welcome!). No pressure to attend regularly or to perform. The idea is simply to sing for wellbeing. More information at www.syho.org. Follow us on facebook.com/SYHOsinging
Tuesday 4th1.30pm to 2.30pm - STORY EXPLORERS at Mundesley Library. A fun interactive group to encourage your child’s communication and language development, for up to 5 year olds, with sessions of activities based around storybooks. Also on Tuesday 18th.2.00pm to 4.00pm - ART GROUP at Stalham. Call 01692 583446 for more details. Continues every Tuesday .4.00pm to 5.30pm - CODER ROBOT: MEET BOTLEY at Stalham Library. Your chance to meet a real robot, for children aged 6 to 9. No coding experience necessary. Free but booking essential - call 01692 580794.
Wedneday 5th1.30pm to 2.30pm - EARLY CHILDHOOD AND FAMILY SERVICE DROP-IN EVENT at Sheringham Library, for all parents and carers with children up to 5 years. If you want help meeting other parents, or need someone to talk to then come along to meet other parents or have a chat with the ECFS team. For more information call the library on 01263 822874. Also on Wednesday 19th. 2.00pm to 4.00pm - TIME TRAVELLERS at Wroxham Library. Come and travel back to days gone by and reminisce with our friendly local history group. The group meets the first Wednesday of every month.
Thursday 6th1.30pm to 2.30pm - STORY EXPLORERS at North Walsham Library. A fun interactive group to encourage your child’s
communication and language development, for up to 5 year olds, with sessions of activities based around storybooks. Runs for six sessions. Also on Thursday 20th.6.30pm - NORFOLK BROADS DOG TRAINING CLUB at Potter Heigham Vilage Hall. Enquiries to 01493 740026. Continues every Thursday.7.30pm - AN EVENING WITH COMIC POET, HUMOURIST & SINGER ROB BARRETT at Cromer Library. Tickets £5.00, booking esssential on 01263 512850.
Friday 7th6.30pm - PUBLIC MEETING ON MENTAL HEALTH at Cromer Parish Hall, organised by Campaign to Save Mental Health Services in North Norfolk.To confirm attendance, call 07765 4095046 or email [email protected].
Saturday 8th7.00pm - SOCIAL SEQUENCE & BALLROOM DANCE at Bracecamp Parish Hall, Ormesby NR29 3QB. Entry £4.00 including refreshments. All welcome. Details from 01263 502215.
Wednesday 12th12 noon (coffee 11.30am) - AYLSHAM & DISTRICT FLOWER CLUB AGM & LUNCH in Aylsham Town Hall. Speaker at 2.00pm, tea & cake to finish. Please notify Anne Colchesteron 01692 409956 if you will be attending.12 noon for 12.30pm - WHERRY PROBUS CLUB MONTHLY MEETING at The Staithe Hotel, Sutton with speaker Linda Pargeter giving a talk on ‘Maud's Story’, the life of a Norfolk Trading Wherry. For further details and membership enquiries contact Malcolm Nicholson on 01692 580581 or at [email protected].
Thursday 13th11.00am to 12 noon - STORY EXPLORERS at Stalham Library. A fun interactive group to encourage your child’s communication and language development, for up to 5 year olds, with sessions of activities based around storybooks. Runs for six weeks. Also on Thursday 27th.4.00pm to 5.30pm - DIGIFEST at North Walsham Library Children aged 9 to 12. Choose your own adventure: zombies, pirates or unicorns? How will your adventure unfold? Write and code your own interactive adventure. Free but booking essential - call 01692 402482.
Friday 14th12 noon to 2.00pm - NORFOLK MAKERS FESTIVAL: GELI PLATE PRINTMAKING at North Walsham Library (minimum age 16). Create textured, compositional, colourful prints on paper; this image-transfer print process is instantly gratifying and allows you to play with different mediums. Cost £16.00, booking essential, at [email protected] or on 07501 315095.2.00pm - HICKLING BROAD U3A MEETING at The Barn, Hickling, with speaker Peter Lawrence on 'Eyes along the Norfolk Coast', an intriguing insight into the work of National Coastwatch and our local community involvement. If you are retired or semi-retired and interested in staying mentally and/or physically fit then the U3A could be for you. Monthly meetings plus many Interest Groups from Art to Sailing. Talks are held on the 2nd Friday of the month at 2.00pm. You can try it out by attending up to two monthly meetings or Interest Groups as a visitor. For more details see www.u3a.org.uk/Hickling Broad or call the Membership Secretary on 07889 892829.
Saturday 15th10.00am to 12 noon - A MOSTLY CHOCOLATE COFFEE MORNING at St Andrew’s Church, East Runton, with
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homemade cakes, raffle and much more.2.00pm JUMBLE SALE at Ingham Village Hall. Stalls to include books, cakes, gifts, white elephant, raffle ad refreshments. Entry 20p (free to children). All proceeds to Village Hall and Recreation Grund maintenance.
Tuesday 18th10.00am to 4.00pm - PASTEL PENCL PORTRAIT WORKSHOP at Marsham/Tuliptree Fabrics. Cost £85.00, all materials supplied; last date for booking Wednesday 5th. Call John on 01692 583446 for more details.2.15pm to 3.15pm - DIGIFEST 2020 at North Walsham Library: meet a T. rex face to face with virtual reality! Try out VR and see dinosaurs as you’ve never seen them before. Recommended for ages 4 to 9. Booking essential - call 01692 402482.3.30pm to 4.30pm - ROBOT CODING MAYHEM at North Walsham Library. An hour of races, team games and battles featuring brilliant, light up, indestructible codable robots. No coding experience necessary. Best for children aged 9 to 13.3.30pm to 5.00pm - CODER ROBOT at Mundesley Library. Your chance to get hands-on with a real robot. Code fast to capture the aliens and avoid the asteroids. No coding experience required. Ideal for children aged 6 to 9. Spaces limited places so booking advised - call 01263 720702.
Wednesday 19th10.00am to 11.00am - AFRICAN DRUMMING AND DANCE at Sheringham Library with Millicent. Have fun with Millicent and join in with drumming, dance and traditional African folk stories. For more information call the Library on 01263 822874.AFRICAN DRUMMING, DANCE & STORIES at North Walsham Library with Millicent Chapanda, A fun workshop for all, most suitable for 5 to 11 year olds. Booking essential - call . Speak to a member of staff for more detailsDRUMMING WORKSHOP at Mundesley Library. An exciting Half Term event. Places will be limited so booking strongly advised - call 01263 720702. .
Thursday 20th7.30pm - NOFOLK WILDLIFE TRUST NORTH NORFOLK GROUP AND CLEY BIRD CLUB JOINT MEETING at Cley Village Hall with an illustrated talk on 'Garden Birds' by Mike Toms . Entry £2.00 member(NWT or CBC), £3.00 non-member, Including refreshments. No need to book, just come along, This Meeting is kindly sponsored by BIRDScapes Gallery.
Friday 21st7.00pm - NORFOLK-BORN TRAVEL WRITER AND ADVENTURER ANTONIA BOLINGBROKE-KENT at Cley Village Hall to talk about her latest book, 'Land of the Dawn-lit Mountains: A Journey Across Arunachal Pradesh - India's Forgotten Frontier', a solo journey across the Eastern Himalayas by foot and motorbike. Tickets £15.00 including canapes. canaes; paid bar from 6.00pm. All profits to the charity Brooke Action for Working Horses and Donkeys. For more information and to buy tickets contact Fiona Wrigley at [email protected] or on 01760 755 660. Tickets also available on the door.7.00pm for 7.30pm - RURAL CINEMA AT HICKLING BARN presents ‘A Fisherman’s Friend (12A), starring James Purefoy; the story of 10 fishermen from Cornwall and their sea shanties. Tickets £5.00 at the door, refreshments available.
Sunday 23rd & Thursday 27th11.00am to 4.00pm - SNOWDROP GARDEN OPEN at Chestnut Farm, West Beckham, Holt NR25 6NX. Light refreshments, grass field parking (if dry enough), plants for sale. All dogs to be on leads. Admission £5.00 adult, free to children. Friday 28th February 10.30am to 12 noon - FAIRTRADE FORTNIGHT COFFEE MORNING at St Andrew's Church, Sheringham. Quizzes, competitions, stalls and coffee and home-made Fairtrade cakes. Profits to the Fairtrade Charity. 3.30pm to 4.30pm - DigiFest 2020 at North Walsham Library: story time with a difference. Meet Code-a-pillar and learn some early coding skills; perfect for young digital explorers aged 4 to 6 years. Booking essential - call 01692 402482.7.15pm - FOURTH FRIDAY FAMILY FUN at Sutton Village Hall with a FISH & CHIPS QUIZ. A fun, social event for teams of four to six - or come in smaller groups and make up a team on the night. Cost £8.50 including tea/coffee (reduced cost if only having chips, etc.). Bring your own beer and wine. Details and bookings from Sandi on 01692 580832.7.30pm - NEW ORLEANS JAZZ at the Belfry Centre for Music and the Arts, Overstrand with Mick Murphy and friends. Admission £5.00. Details from 01263 579196.
Saturday 29th 10.00am to 1.00pm - CROMER LADIES LIFEBOAT GUILD COFFEE MORNING at Cromer Parish Hall. Hot drinks, homemade cakes and savouries. pop in for achat, refreshments and a go at the raffle. All proceeds to the RNLI.2.30pm - BIG BAND CONCERT BY THE ROYAL AIR FORCE COLLEGE BAND at St Peter’s Church, Sheringham, to celebrate 70 years since the formation of the Sheringham & District Branch of the Royal Air Force Association. The Band will play a full repertoire of military and popular music, with soloists demonstrating individual skills. Tickets £15.00 from Sheringham Little Theatre, either personally, online or by calling 01263 822347. For more information call RAFA Branch on 01263 479507. All profits to be donated to the RAF Association 2020 Wings Appeal.
at Merchants’ Place, 16 Church Street, Cromer, from 5.00pm; 15 minutes free advice with a solicitor. Solicitors specialise but may be able to give general advice on other matters. FEBRUARY Tuesday 4thFAMILY with Neil Stubbs of HansellsTuesday 11thWILLS & PROBATE with Lesley Ward of Hayes & StorrTuesday 18thEMPLOYMENT with Sally Davenport of Working Law SolicitorsTuesday 25thFAMILY with Julia Buckingham of Butcher Andrews Any queries or to make an appointment please call: 01603 496623Please note: occasionally advice sessions are subject to changesTo make an appointment or enquiry please call 01603 496623.
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Cromer in Bloom has continued to be very busy tending gardens and planters all around the town., with 25 areas in total so there is always plenty to do!
The volunteers began the year by digging out old and wind-battered plants from one of the gardens opposite Morrisons garage, and with the help of a £100 grant from Morrisons planted many new grasses and created a seaside themed garden with shingle and ‘gabions’ – flintstone filled metal cages. They then planted annuals around the edges which were very colourful all during the summer. The new planting scheme has greatly reduced the need for watering and complements the ‘grass’ garden at the bus station. CIB is hoping to complete the second bed in a similar
way this month. They would like to thank Simon Clipsom for his support as Morrisons Community Champion. Later in the year they created another ‘drought’ garden as part of the North Lodge Park Gardening Festival, in collaboration with the Friends of North Lodge Park. Several silver and hairy leaved plants were chosen, which can withstand exposed and dry conditions; the most successful have been white flowered convolvulus, curry plants, lavender and santolina, all of which have thrived. Many people who use the park have commented on how much better the area now looks.
Dear Linda As Christmas is past, please would you ask readers again in the town and country news to save their stamps for me which I send to various charities. I have had some lovely thank you letters back from them. Here is a list of charities:-Aid Africa Autism Anglia; Donkey Sanctuary, Sidmouth; Headway; Hillside Animal Sanctuary; RSPCA PACT; Relate; Great Ormond Street Hospital; Guide Dogs for the Blind; Sense - deaf and blind; Big C; Motor Neurone Disease Association (my aunty died of this); Diabetes Association; Leprosy mission; Zambezi Mission; Oxfam; Children's Society; British Hedgehog Preservation Society; RNLI; Rethink mental health charity; Combat Stress (Help for Heroes); EACH, and many more.Thank you to everyone who has sent me stamps recently and in the past (I will also send out a thank you card if you give me your name and address enclosed with the stamps). I have been collecting stamps for charities for many years and it gives me great pleasure to help these charties, which is so desperately needed.You can send stamps to me at: Jayne Manning111 Mill RoadCromerNorfolkNR27 0AD
Dear Sirs,I write to you as the Poppy Appeal Organiser for Stalham & District Royal British Legion.Firstly, I wish to convey my thanks to the people of Stalham and District for their generous contributions to last year's Poppy Appeal. I can confirm that we raised the amazing amount of £12,045.17 (so far), which is the most we have ever raised.In order to do this, we are reliant upon a team of
volunteers, and thanks must also be conveyed to them for coming out, ran or shine, to help this very worthy cause.I am also appealing to readers to contact me if they are aware of any Veterans who are in need of assistance in any way. Please call me on 01692 580444.If readers would like to join, we meet a the Swan public house, High Street, Stalham at 7.30pm on the thrd Thusday of every month.Many thanks,Enid Pollard,Ingham
Dear Sir,I am writing on behalf of No 2110 Squadron Air Training Corps. We are based in North Walsham but have a catchment area that includes Aylsham, Mundesley and Stalham. We meet every Monday and Thursday Evening From 7.00pm till 9.30pm, and all young people over the age of 12 are welcome. The activities are many and varied: as well as Air Based knowledge there is also the opportunity to take part in The Duke of Edinburgh Award and gain BTEC qualifications. It is not all study as the Squadron has recently done well at swimming, athletics and, of course, flying.To enable the Squadron to offer these opportunities to the Cadets, the Squadron Commander needs the support of Training staff and a Civilian Committee that meets a few times a year to assist him in organising Squadron activities. Unfortunately, we are finding it difficult to find volunteers to join the committee and I am appealing for anyone who has an interest in our aims and interests to contact the O.C. Flt Lt Alan Stevens on 01692 503033 on any meeting night, or any time on 07979 075825.Thanking You in AnticipationBob Barker,Civilian Committee Secretary,North Walsham.
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Those of you who use the train station will have noticed the colourful tubs and planters this year, looked after by members Viv, Kathy and Dawn, who have also tended tubs and planters in front of the Hospital which have been spectacular this summer. In the 2020 plan is a re-vamp of a garden next to the old croquet lawn for this years’ Gardening Festival in May.
Cromer In Bloom meets every Tuesday at 10.00am throughout the year and mebers always enjoy a warming coffee or hot chocolate afterwards. All new members are welcome! Please ring Chairman, Jim Bond, on 01263 514515 if you are interested in joining or just helping with watering during the summer months.
BHJ WINNERPictured here is Bradley Hatch of BHJ presenting Tony Boyton of North Walshham with the Royal London gent’s automatic watch that he was lucky enough to win in the competition in our December 2019 edition.Well done Tony, and a big thank you to Bradley for his continuing generosity in offering prizes.
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FEBRUARYMonday 3rd10.30am - WIVETON DOWNS, a Grade 2 walk of 2 miles through heathland, on minor roads and footpaths , with moderate gradients.. Meet at Wiveton Downs Local Nature Reserve car park (free), near Wiveton Bell, NR25 7TL.
Tuesday 4th10.30am - SUTTON STAITHE, a Grade 3 walk of 3 miles on pavements and footpaths, with one steep slope and some steps. Meet at the Sutton Staithe Hotel REAR car park, the Staithe, Sutton, NR12 9QS.
Wednesday 5th10.30am - CORPUSTY/SAXTHORPE, a gentle walk of 2½ miles on tracks, minor roads, dirt paths and grass. Meet at Corpusty and Saxthorpe Village Hall, Heydon Road, Corpusty, NR11 6QG.
Thursday 6th10.30am - BACTON CHURCH AMBLE, a flat walk of 2 miles on minor roads and grass tracks. Meet at the Bacton & Edingthorpe Cubitt Memorial Playing Field car park, North Walsham Road, Bacton, NR12 0EU (turn onto the small track opposite the Coast Road turning).
Friday 7th10.30am - WEST RUNTON TO BEESTON BUMP, a scenic Grade 3 walk of 3 miles on grass, dirt and pavement, with a steep gradient. Meet at The Village Inn car park (free), West Runton, NR27 9QT.
Monday 10th10.30am - LUDHAM, a Grade 2 walk of 2½ miles alongside the River Ant and its estuaries, on farmland, grass, gravel, woodland and field paths, with gentle gradients and one small section of steps. Meet at Ludham How Hill free car park, off the A1062 from Wroxham or Potter Heigham (signposted).10.30am - NORTH WALSHAM MEMORIAL PARK, a flat walk of any distance to 1 mile around the Memorial Park, on hard paths and/or grass. Meet at the New Road car park, North Walsham, NR28 9DE (parking harges apply). Please book for this walk on 01263 519405 by 3.00pm on Friday 7th.
Tuesday 11th10.30am - SOUTHREPPS CHURCH, a Grade 3 country walk of 4 miles on minor roads and tracks, with gentle to moderate gradients. Meet at Southrepps Village Hall, The Loke, Southrepps (near Postcode NR11 8NP)
Wednesday 12th10.30am - SALTHOUSE HEATH, a Grade 3 walk of 3¾ miles on field edges, heath and minor roads, with gentle to moderate gradients. Meet at car park on Purdy Street (from Dun Cow turn onto Purdy Street - car park is on left after ½ mile).
Thursday 13th11.00am - TRIMINGHAM CLIFF & COUNTRYSIDE, a Grade 2 walk of 2½ miles along the cliffs and inland, on minor roads and tracks. Meet at the lay-by opposite Woodlands Caravan Park, Coast Road, Trimingham, NR11 8AL. Walk Leader to call Liz on 01263 834965 two days prior to walk to arrange for the Hall to be open for refreshments and toilets.
Friday 14th10.30am - HOLKHAM LAKE, a Grade 2/3 flat walk of 3 miles to and around the lake. Meet at the village fre car park, signposted to the right as you approach main entrance (North Gate) 250m after the Victoria pub (Grid Ref: TG882437).
Monday 17th10.30am - STALHAM SPORTS CENTRE, a Grade 2 walk of 2¾ miles on a mix of gravel, dirt, and grass paths, crossing fields and around
field edges. Meet at Stalham Sports Centre (High School) Brumstead Road, Stalham NR12 9DG.
Tuesday 18th10.30am - KELLING/TELEGRAPH HILL, a Grade 3 walk of 3 miles along field edges and through woodland, with moderate to steep gradients. Meet and park at the Old Reading Rooms Tea Room, The Street, Kelling, NR25 7EL.1.30pm - HOLT TOWN BOOKABLE, an advanced Grade 1 flat walk of 1½ miles out to the Kelling Road and back, on pavement, dirt and grass tracks. Meet outside the Tourist Info Centre, 3 Pound House, Market Place, Holt, NR25 6BW. Please book for this walk on 01263 519405 by 3.00pm on Monday 17th.
Wednesday 19th10.30am - HORSEY MERE, a Grade 3 flat walk of 3.1 miles on track and riverside paths. Meet at Horsey Staithe/Windpump car park (charges apply), Great Yarmouth, NR29 4EF (on the B1159, 4 miles east of Martham).
Thursday 20th10.30am - BANNINGHAM (REVERSED), a flat Grade 3 walk of 3¾ miles through farm land and across tracks and minor roads. Meet at Banningham Crown pub car park (free), Colby Road, Banningham, NR11 7DY.
Friday 21st10.30am - SOUTHREPPS CIRCULAR, a Grade 2 walk of 2.3 miles on a mix of concrete, common and woodland, with gentle gradients. Meet at the lay-by opposite Southrepps Primary School, Lower Street, Southrepps, NR11 8UG – parking in layby and along street.
Monday 24th10.30am - POTTER HEIGHAM CANDLE DYKE, a Grade 3 flat walk of just under 4 miles alongside the Broad and round to Candle Dyke, on tracks. Meet at Potter Heigham Bridge, NR29 5JE (find own parking).
Tuesday 25th10.30am - SHERINGHAM PARK TEMPLE, a Grade 2 walk of 2½ miles through the park on dirt, gravel, grass and woodland paths, with moderate gradients. Meet at the Dales Hotel car park (free), Lodge Hill, Sheringham, NR26 8TJ.
Wednesday 26th10.30am - BEESTON COMMON AMBLE, a relaxed pace walk of 2½ miles on a mix of dirt, grass, woodland and concrete paths, with gentle/moderate gradients. Meet at Priory Maze car park (free), Cromer Road, Sheringham, NR26 8SF.
Thursday 27th10.30am - FELBRIGG LAKE & VICTORY, a Grade 3 walk of 3½ miles on gravel, woodland, lakeside, grass and covered boardwalk, with moderate gradients. Meet at Felbrigg Hall free car park off the Sustead Road (turn off the A148 on the byroad to Sustead and take a left at the lodge; car park is on the right. Parking charges may apply for non-National Trust members).
Friday 28th10.30am - CROMER TO EAST RUNTON, a Grade 3 walk of 3¼ miles on dirt, gravel, grass and minor roads, with moderate gradients. Meet at the NNDC car park, Runton Road, Cromer (parking charges apply).10.30am - CROMER NORTH LODGE PARK, a Grade 1 walk of 1 mile on paved surfaces with gentle gradients and breath-taking views, for all abilities and people living with dementia and their careers.. Meet at the site of the former Cromer Doctors Surgery 48 Overstrand Road NR27 OAJ (parking along road near cricket ground; wheelchair-friendly but kerbs). Please book on 01263 519405 by 3.00pm on Thursday 27th.
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FEBRUARYSaturday 1st11.00am to 12.30pm - DIGIFEST: STOP MOTION ANIMATION at Wroxham Library, for children aged 8 to 11. Try your hand at stop motion film making and make your own amazing Lego film. No experience needed, beginners welcome. Spaces are limited, so book - call 01603 782560.7.00pm - SOCIAL SEQUENCE & BALLROOM DANCE at Bracecamp Parish Hall, Ormesby NR29 3QB. Entry £4.00 including refreshments. All welcome. Details from 01263 502215.
Sunday 2nd5.00pm - CHORAL EVENSONG FOR CANDLEMAS in All Saints Church Upper Sheringham, sung by The Trinity Singers. All most welcome.
Monday 3rd10.00am - WALK THE WEAVERS WAY with Trafalgar Branch Oddfellows, who will be walking along a small part of Weavers Way from Honing station to East Ruston and back. Meet at Honing station car park. No cost. details from Angela on 01692 407852 or at [email protected] till 9.15 - ART GROUP at Stalham. Call 01692 583446 for more details. Continues every Monday.
Monday 3rd & 10th2.00pm to 3.30pm - SING YOUR HEART OUT (North Norfolk) at The Lighthouse, Cromer Road, Sheringham, NR26 8RT, open to anyone who loves to sing in good company. Professional voice-coaches lead the sessions, with songs chosen for their feelgood factor. It’s not a choir and you don’t need to have a good voice or read music. The sessions are drop-ins no need to book and no charge; it’s free to attend (donations always welcome!). No pressure to attend regularly or to perform. The idea is simply to sing for wellbeing. More information at www.syho.org. Follow us on facebook.com/SYHOsinging
Tuesday 4th1.30pm to 2.30pm - STORY EXPLORERS at Mundesley Library. A fun interactive group to encourage your child’s communication and language development, for up to 5 year olds, with sessions of activities based around storybooks. Also on Tuesday 18th.2.00pm to 4.00pm - ART GROUP at Stalham. Call 01692 583446 for more details. Continues every Tuesday .4.00pm to 5.30pm - CODER ROBOT: MEET BOTLEY at Stalham Library. Your chance to meet a real robot, for children aged 6 to 9. No coding experience necessary. Free but booking essential - call 01692 580794.
Wedneday 5th1.30pm to 2.30pm - EARLY CHILDHOOD AND FAMILY SERVICE DROP-IN EVENT at Sheringham Library, for all parents and carers with children up to 5 years. If you want help meeting other parents, or need someone to talk to then come along to meet other parents or have a chat with the ECFS team. For more information call the library on 01263 822874. Also on Wednesday 19th. 2.00pm to 4.00pm - TIME TRAVELLERS at Wroxham Library. Come and travel back to days gone by and reminisce with our friendly local history group. The group meets the first Wednesday of every month.
Thursday 6th1.30pm to 2.30pm - STORY EXPLORERS at North Walsham Library. A fun interactive group to encourage your child’s
communication and language development, for up to 5 year olds, with sessions of activities based around storybooks. Runs for six sessions. Also on Thursday 20th.6.30pm - NORFOLK BROADS DOG TRAINING CLUB at Potter Heigham Vilage Hall. Enquiries to 01493 740026. Continues every Thursday.7.30pm - AN EVENING WITH COMIC POET, HUMOURIST & SINGER ROB BARRETT at Cromer Library. Tickets £5.00, booking esssential on 01263 512850.
Friday 7th6.30pm - PUBLIC MEETING ON MENTAL HEALTH at Cromer Parish Hall, organised by Campaign to Save Mental Health Services in North Norfolk.To confirm attendance, call 07765 4095046 or email [email protected].
Saturday 8th7.00pm - SOCIAL SEQUENCE & BALLROOM DANCE at Bracecamp Parish Hall, Ormesby NR29 3QB. Entry £4.00 including refreshments. All welcome. Details from 01263 502215.
Wednesday 12th12 noon (coffee 11.30am) - AYLSHAM & DISTRICT FLOWER CLUB AGM & LUNCH in Aylsham Town Hall. Speaker at 2.00pm, tea & cake to finish. Please notify Anne Colchesteron 01692 409956 if you will be attending.12 noon for 12.30pm - WHERRY PROBUS CLUB MONTHLY MEETING at The Staithe Hotel, Sutton with speaker Linda Pargeter giving a talk on ‘Maud's Story’, the life of a Norfolk Trading Wherry. For further details and membership enquiries contact Malcolm Nicholson on 01692 580581 or at [email protected].
Thursday 13th11.00am to 12 noon - STORY EXPLORERS at Stalham Library. A fun interactive group to encourage your child’s communication and language development, for up to 5 year olds, with sessions of activities based around storybooks. Runs for six weeks. Also on Thursday 27th.4.00pm to 5.30pm - DIGIFEST at North Walsham Library Children aged 9 to 12. Choose your own adventure: zombies, pirates or unicorns? How will your adventure unfold? Write and code your own interactive adventure. Free but booking essential - call 01692 402482.
Friday 14th12 noon to 2.00pm - NORFOLK MAKERS FESTIVAL: GELI PLATE PRINTMAKING at North Walsham Library (minimum age 16). Create textured, compositional, colourful prints on paper; this image-transfer print process is instantly gratifying and allows you to play with different mediums. Cost £16.00, booking essential, at [email protected] or on 07501 315095.2.00pm - HICKLING BROAD U3A MEETING at The Barn, Hickling, with speaker Peter Lawrence on 'Eyes along the Norfolk Coast', an intriguing insight into the work of National Coastwatch and our local community involvement. If you are retired or semi-retired and interested in staying mentally and/or physically fit then the U3A could be for you. Monthly meetings plus many Interest Groups from Art to Sailing. Talks are held on the 2nd Friday of the month at 2.00pm. You can try it out by attending up to two monthly meetings or Interest Groups as a visitor. For more details see www.u3a.org.uk/Hickling Broad or call the Membership Secretary on 07889 892829.
Saturday 15th10.00am to 12 noon - A MOSTLY CHOCOLATE COFFEE MORNING at St Andrew’s Church, East Runton, with
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homemade cakes, raffle and much more.2.00pm JUMBLE SALE at Ingham Village Hall. Stalls to include books, cakes, gifts, white elephant, raffle ad refreshments. Entry 20p (free to children). All proceeds to Village Hall and Recreation Grund maintenance.
Tuesday 18th10.00am to 4.00pm - PASTEL PENCL PORTRAIT WORKSHOP at Marsham/Tuliptree Fabrics. Cost £85.00, all materials supplied; last date for booking Wednesday 5th. Call John on 01692 583446 for more details.2.15pm to 3.15pm - DIGIFEST 2020 at North Walsham Library: meet a T. rex face to face with virtual reality! Try out VR and see dinosaurs as you’ve never seen them before. Recommended for ages 4 to 9. Booking essential - call 01692 402482.3.30pm to 4.30pm - ROBOT CODING MAYHEM at North Walsham Library. An hour of races, team games and battles featuring brilliant, light up, indestructible codable robots. No coding experience necessary. Best for children aged 9 to 13.3.30pm to 5.00pm - CODER ROBOT at Mundesley Library. Your chance to get hands-on with a real robot. Code fast to capture the aliens and avoid the asteroids. No coding experience required. Ideal for children aged 6 to 9. Spaces limited places so booking advised - call 01263 720702.
Wednesday 19th10.00am to 11.00am - AFRICAN DRUMMING AND DANCE at Sheringham Library with Millicent. Have fun with Millicent and join in with drumming, dance and traditional African folk stories. For more information call the Library on 01263 822874.AFRICAN DRUMMING, DANCE & STORIES at North Walsham Library with Millicent Chapanda, A fun workshop for all, most suitable for 5 to 11 year olds. Booking essential - call . Speak to a member of staff for more detailsDRUMMING WORKSHOP at Mundesley Library. An exciting Half Term event. Places will be limited so booking strongly advised - call 01263 720702. .
Thursday 20th7.30pm - NOFOLK WILDLIFE TRUST NORTH NORFOLK GROUP AND CLEY BIRD CLUB JOINT MEETING at Cley Village Hall with an illustrated talk on 'Garden Birds' by Mike Toms . Entry £2.00 member(NWT or CBC), £3.00 non-member, Including refreshments. No need to book, just come along, This Meeting is kindly sponsored by BIRDScapes Gallery.
Friday 21st7.00pm - NORFOLK-BORN TRAVEL WRITER AND ADVENTURER ANTONIA BOLINGBROKE-KENT at Cley Village Hall to talk about her latest book, 'Land of the Dawn-lit Mountains: A Journey Across Arunachal Pradesh - India's Forgotten Frontier', a solo journey across the Eastern Himalayas by foot and motorbike. Tickets £15.00 including canapes. canaes; paid bar from 6.00pm. All profits to the charity Brooke Action for Working Horses and Donkeys. For more information and to buy tickets contact Fiona Wrigley at [email protected] or on 01760 755 660. Tickets also available on the door.7.00pm for 7.30pm - RURAL CINEMA AT HICKLING BARN presents ‘A Fisherman’s Friend (12A), starring James Purefoy; the story of 10 fishermen from Cornwall and their sea shanties. Tickets £5.00 at the door, refreshments available.
Sunday 23rd & Thursday 27th11.00am to 4.00pm - SNOWDROP GARDEN OPEN at Chestnut Farm, West Beckham, Holt NR25 6NX. Light refreshments, grass field parking (if dry enough), plants for sale. All dogs to be on leads. Admission £5.00 adult, free to children. Friday 28th February 10.30am to 12 noon - FAIRTRADE FORTNIGHT COFFEE MORNING at St Andrew's Church, Sheringham. Quizzes, competitions, stalls and coffee and home-made Fairtrade cakes. Profits to the Fairtrade Charity. 3.30pm to 4.30pm - DigiFest 2020 at North Walsham Library: story time with a difference. Meet Code-a-pillar and learn some early coding skills; perfect for young digital explorers aged 4 to 6 years. Booking essential - call 01692 402482.7.15pm - FOURTH FRIDAY FAMILY FUN at Sutton Village Hall with a FISH & CHIPS QUIZ. A fun, social event for teams of four to six - or come in smaller groups and make up a team on the night. Cost £8.50 including tea/coffee (reduced cost if only having chips, etc.). Bring your own beer and wine. Details and bookings from Sandi on 01692 580832.7.30pm - NEW ORLEANS JAZZ at the Belfry Centre for Music and the Arts, Overstrand with Mick Murphy and friends. Admission £5.00. Details from 01263 579196.
Saturday 29th 10.00am to 1.00pm - CROMER LADIES LIFEBOAT GUILD COFFEE MORNING at Cromer Parish Hall. Hot drinks, homemade cakes and savouries. pop in for achat, refreshments and a go at the raffle. All proceeds to the RNLI.2.30pm - BIG BAND CONCERT BY THE ROYAL AIR FORCE COLLEGE BAND at St Peter’s Church, Sheringham, to celebrate 70 years since the formation of the Sheringham & District Branch of the Royal Air Force Association. The Band will play a full repertoire of military and popular music, with soloists demonstrating individual skills. Tickets £15.00 from Sheringham Little Theatre, either personally, online or by calling 01263 822347. For more information call RAFA Branch on 01263 479507. All profits to be donated to the RAF Association 2020 Wings Appeal.
at Merchants’ Place, 16 Church Street, Cromer, from 5.00pm; 15 minutes free advice with a solicitor. Solicitors specialise but may be able to give general advice on other matters. FEBRUARY Tuesday 4thFAMILY with Neil Stubbs of HansellsTuesday 11thWILLS & PROBATE with Lesley Ward of Hayes & StorrTuesday 18thEMPLOYMENT with Sally Davenport of Working Law SolicitorsTuesday 25thFAMILY with Julia Buckingham of Butcher Andrews Any queries or to make an appointment please call: 01603 496623Please note: occasionally advice sessions are subject to changesTo make an appointment or enquiry please call 01603 496623.
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Cromer in Bloom has continued to be very busy tending gardens and planters all around the town., with 25 areas in total so there is always plenty to do!
The volunteers began the year by digging out old and wind-battered plants from one of the gardens opposite Morrisons garage, and with the help of a £100 grant from Morrisons planted many new grasses and created a seaside themed garden with shingle and ‘gabions’ – flintstone filled metal cages. They then planted annuals around the edges which were very colourful all during the summer. The new planting scheme has greatly reduced the need for watering and complements the ‘grass’ garden at the bus station. CIB is hoping to complete the second bed in a similar
way this month. They would like to thank Simon Clipsom for his support as Morrisons Community Champion. Later in the year they created another ‘drought’ garden as part of the North Lodge Park Gardening Festival, in collaboration with the Friends of North Lodge Park. Several silver and hairy leaved plants were chosen, which can withstand exposed and dry conditions; the most successful have been white flowered convolvulus, curry plants, lavender and santolina, all of which have thrived. Many people who use the park have commented on how much better the area now looks.
Dear Linda As Christmas is past, please would you ask readers again in the town and country news to save their stamps for me which I send to various charities. I have had some lovely thank you letters back from them. Here is a list of charities:-Aid Africa Autism Anglia; Donkey Sanctuary, Sidmouth; Headway; Hillside Animal Sanctuary; RSPCA PACT; Relate; Great Ormond Street Hospital; Guide Dogs for the Blind; Sense - deaf and blind; Big C; Motor Neurone Disease Association (my aunty died of this); Diabetes Association; Leprosy mission; Zambezi Mission; Oxfam; Children's Society; British Hedgehog Preservation Society; RNLI; Rethink mental health charity; Combat Stress (Help for Heroes); EACH, and many more.Thank you to everyone who has sent me stamps recently and in the past (I will also send out a thank you card if you give me your name and address enclosed with the stamps). I have been collecting stamps for charities for many years and it gives me great pleasure to help these charties, which is so desperately needed.You can send stamps to me at: Jayne Manning111 Mill RoadCromerNorfolkNR27 0AD
Dear Sirs,I write to you as the Poppy Appeal Organiser for Stalham & District Royal British Legion.Firstly, I wish to convey my thanks to the people of Stalham and District for their generous contributions to last year's Poppy Appeal. I can confirm that we raised the amazing amount of £12,045.17 (so far), which is the most we have ever raised.In order to do this, we are reliant upon a team of
volunteers, and thanks must also be conveyed to them for coming out, ran or shine, to help this very worthy cause.I am also appealing to readers to contact me if they are aware of any Veterans who are in need of assistance in any way. Please call me on 01692 580444.If readers would like to join, we meet a the Swan public house, High Street, Stalham at 7.30pm on the thrd Thusday of every month.Many thanks,Enid Pollard,Ingham
Dear Sir,I am writing on behalf of No 2110 Squadron Air Training Corps. We are based in North Walsham but have a catchment area that includes Aylsham, Mundesley and Stalham. We meet every Monday and Thursday Evening From 7.00pm till 9.30pm, and all young people over the age of 12 are welcome. The activities are many and varied: as well as Air Based knowledge there is also the opportunity to take part in The Duke of Edinburgh Award and gain BTEC qualifications. It is not all study as the Squadron has recently done well at swimming, athletics and, of course, flying.To enable the Squadron to offer these opportunities to the Cadets, the Squadron Commander needs the support of Training staff and a Civilian Committee that meets a few times a year to assist him in organising Squadron activities. Unfortunately, we are finding it difficult to find volunteers to join the committee and I am appealing for anyone who has an interest in our aims and interests to contact the O.C. Flt Lt Alan Stevens on 01692 503033 on any meeting night, or any time on 07979 075825.Thanking You in AnticipationBob Barker,Civilian Committee Secretary,North Walsham.
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Those of you who use the train station will have noticed the colourful tubs and planters this year, looked after by members Viv, Kathy and Dawn, who have also tended tubs and planters in front of the Hospital which have been spectacular this summer. In the 2020 plan is a re-vamp of a garden next to the old croquet lawn for this years’ Gardening Festival in May.
Cromer In Bloom meets every Tuesday at 10.00am throughout the year and mebers always enjoy a warming coffee or hot chocolate afterwards. All new members are welcome! Please ring Chairman, Jim Bond, on 01263 514515 if you are interested in joining or just helping with watering during the summer months.
BHJ WINNERPictured here is Bradley Hatch of BHJ presenting Tony Boyton of North Walshham with the Royal London gent’s automatic watch that he was lucky enough to win in the competition in our December 2019 edition.Well done Tony, and a big thank you to Bradley for his continuing generosity in offering prizes.
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03 18 2.0 TDCI TITANIUM 2WD 5DR, BLUE, 8K ......................£18,99502 16 2.0 TDCI TITANIUM X 4X4, AUTO, MAGNETIC, 33K .....£14,99509 65 2.0 TDCI TITANIUM 5DR, SILVER, 21K ..........................£13,795
01 16 1.0 125 TITANIUM 5DR , NAV, MAGNETIC, 19K ...........£12,49510 15 1.6 ZETEC 5DR (125PS) SAT NAV, R/P/S, BLUE, 21K ..£10,995
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09 18 1.0 TITANIUM 5DR, CHARGE PAD, MAGNETIC, DEMO ......POA10 17 1.0 125PS TITANIUM X 5DR NAV, SILVER, 14K ............£14,99504 15 1.0 ZETEC 5DR, MOONDUST SILVER, 29K ..................... £8,99509 13 1.0 TITANIUM 5DR (125PS), SILVER, 47K ...................... £7,295
08 15 1.4 ZETEC 5DR REAR SENSORS, SILVER, 10K .............. £8,995
06 18 1.0 ACTIVE X 5DR (125PS) LED H/L,MAGNETIC, 3K ...£18,99507 18 1.0 ACTIVE X 5DR,CD,S/WHEEL, MAGNETIC, 2K ........£16,995
01 19 1.0 TITANIUM X 5DR AUTO, CHROME BLUE, DEMO ..........POA05 18 1.0 125 TITANIUM 5DR R/P/S, SILVER, 8K ...................£13,79506 18 1.0 100PS ZETEC 5DR NAV, RUBY RED, 7K .................£12,49511 17 1.0 100PS ZETEC NAV 5DR, MAGNETIC, 5K ................£10,99511 17 1.1 85PS ZETEC 3DR, MAGNETIC , 5K .........................£10,49511 15 1.0 125PS TITANIUM 5DR, SILVER, 46K ......................... £8,495
07 18 1.2 ACTIVE 5DR (85PS), SMOKE GREY, 1K ..................£12,795
01 17 KA+ 1.2 ZETEC 5DR CITY PK, BLUE, 12K .........................POA09 16 KUGA 2.0TDCI TITANIUM, MAGNETIC, 25K .........................POA03 16 FIESTA 1.0 TITANIUM X , CANDY RED, 13K ................ON HOLD03 15 KA 1.2 TITANIUM 3DR, BLACK, 22K .....................................POA
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18 18 2.2 LTD2 D/CAB 4X4 AUTO,NAV,P/S, GREY, 18K ..........£24,495
19 19 2.0 TDCi ST-LINE EDTION 2WD, MAGNETIC, 13K ........£19,99519 19 2.0 TDCI TITANIUM EDTION 2WD, MAGNETIC,10K .....£18,49516 66 2.0 TDCI TITANIUM 2WD SAT NAV, SILVER, 15K ..........£13,49514 63 2.0 TDCi TITANIUM 2WD APP PACK, MAGNETIC, 22K.. £9,495
16 16 1.0 TITANIUM 5DR, RPS, NAV, SILVER, 27K .................£11,995
19 19 1.0 ST LINE 5DR, SAT NAV, LIGHTNING BLUE, 5K .......£16,99519 68 1.0 TITANIUM 5DR, RPS, NAV, MAGNETIC, ..................£15,995
18 68 1.0 TITANIUM 5DR, PRIVACY, C/PAD, MAGNETIC, 2K .£16,99517 67 1.0 TITANIUM X 5DR NAV, SILVER, 14K ........................£12,99516 16 1.0 ZETEC EST 125PS R/P/S, BLUE, 12K ......................£10,995
17 66 1.0 TITANIUM 5DR, DEEP IMPACT BLUE, DUE IN ........£10,49516 66 1.0 ZETEC 5DR R/P/S, MOONDUST SILVER, DUE IN ..... £8,99513 13 1.0 TITANIUM 5DR, TECTONIC SILVER, 30K ................... £5,795
19 19 1.0 ST-LINE 5DR, SAT NAV, PRIV GLASS, BLUE, 10K..£13,49519 19 1.0 ST LINE 5DR, SAT NAV, PRIV, MAGNETIC, 9K ........£13,49518 18 1.0 ZETEC AUTO 5DR NAV , MAGNETIC, 7K ................£12,79518 18 1.0 TITANIUM 5DR R/P/S, MOONDUST SILVER, 15K ..£11,49516 66 1.0 TITANIUM 5DR AUTO CITY PK, SILVER, 27K ............ £9,99516 16 FIESTA 1.0 125PS TITANIUM 5DR, RACE RED, 22K ...... £7,99515 65 1.0 TITANIUM 5DR SAT NAV, SILVER, 43K ..................... £7,995
19 69 COURIER 1.0 TITANIUM 5DR S/WHEEL, BLUE, 1K ......£13,995
19 68 1.2 ACTIVE 5DR CITY PACK, CANYON RIDGE, 13K ....... £9,995
Ok, we've been saying it for several months but Winter weather will surely arrive in February! Two years ago we had some disruptive snow, and more than 1 in 4 drivers (28%) are scared to drive in the snow, with many unaware of the guidelines for driving in wintry conditions.
As the UK prepares for one of the coldest winters in almost a decade (don't they say that every year?!), new data from AutoTrader's Winter Driving Study shows many drivers are dangerously unprepared to drive in icy conditions and could be putting themselves and others at risk as a result.his survey of 2,006 UK car drivers has revealed that many drivers are incorrectly interpreting the guidance around safe winter driving or are simply not aware
of key aspects of winter driving. As a result, many motorists exhibit dangerous driving habits during the winter months.According to the data, more than half (59%) of drivers were not aware that black ice is transparent, and may therefore fail to identify it when driving. What’s more, three quarters of those surveyed were unaware that the safe stopping distance increases by ten times in icy conditions. In fact, more than 1 in 4 (27%) wrongly believe that stopping distance increases by only three times when it’s icy, meaning many could be putting themselves and others at risk as a result of not allowing enough time to brake.The study by also reveals that more than 1 in 3 (34%) car drivers leave their engine running and go back into the house while their car warms up and demists on cold days. Meanwhile, 1 in 10 (11%) - or 3.6 million drivers – do not wait at all, instead starting their journey with their head sticking out of
the window, in order to see where they are going.More than 1 in 10 (12%) admit to having driven one-handed while they hold a hot drink on cold mornings – meaning they are at risk of losing control of their vehicle, and a similar number (8%) say they have driven without a seatbelt on cold days, in order to peel off layers of clothing as they eventually warm up.Many cars may also not be equipped to tackle winter conditions owing to poor winter maintenance, according to Auto Trader, as less than half (46%) of motorists know where to put
anti-freeze in their car, and only 1 in 2 of those on the roads (50%) keep their cars topped up with it. 1 in 3 (33%) doesn’t even own an ice scraper, whilst 1 in 4 (25%) say they pour boiling water over their windscreen when it’s frozen, despite the risk of cracking the glass. A spokesman at Auto Trader said: "Each winter, we see road accidents happen that could have been avoided with a bit of preparation or knowledge, so this time of year is always a good time to remind drivers how to best prepare for treacherous weather and what the rules around driving in these conditions are. To help, we’ve created a guide to driving safely during winter which car drivers can use to reacquaint themselves with the rules and best practices of winter driving, to keep themselves and other road users safe.” See https://www.autotrader.co.uk/content/guides/winter-driving
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19 19 Fiesta 1.0T 125ps Active X Crossover, ESP, IPS, Drive mode, 8”NAV, Keyless, R/Cam, Privacy, Roofrails, Bodykit, Ruby, 0k .............£17,99519 19 Fiesta 1.0T 100ps Powershift Vignale 5dr, ESP, IPS, SYNC3, NAV, Cruise, Quilted lthr, PanRf, DriverAssPk, B&O play, 0k .................£18,25017 67 Fiesta 1.0T 125ps Titanium 3dr, ESP, IPS, DriverAssPk, ParkAss, SSW, Guards, Race/Frozen 4K .........................................................£11,49517 17 Fiesta 1.0T 140ps ST-Line 3dr, ESP, IPS, Sat/Nav, SYNC, A/C, Q/C, B/T, Deep impact blue 6K ..............................................................£11,39517 17 Fiesta 1.0T 100ps ST-Line 5dr, ESP, IPS, SYNC, NAV, Sensors, B/T, Moondust 10K ...............................................................................£11,25015 15 Fiesta 1.0T 125ps Titanium X 5dr, ESP, IPS, Sensors, B/T, Q/C, Climate, Keyless, Sensors, lthr, Privacy, Moondust 14K ...................... £9,89516 66 Fiesta 1.0T 100ps Titanium 5dr, ESP, IPS, Q/C, A/C, B/T, Privacy, Deep impact blue 19K .........................................................................£9,295
19 19 Torneo Courier 1.0T 100ps Zetec MPV, 5-St, 6-Spd Man, A/C, Q/C, DAB, USB, B/T, Privacy Diffused 0k ............................................£11,99518 68 Ecosport 1.0T 125ps Powershift ST-Line SUV, 6-SpAuto, ESP, Sync3, 8”NAV, Camera PowerRoof, Keyless, black 1K .....................£18,99519 19 Ecosport 1.0T 125ps Powershift Titanium SUV, Auto, ESP, IPS, 8”Nav, SYNC3, Camera, Sensors, Keyless, Ruby 1K .......................£17,97519 19 Ecosport 1.0T 100ps ST-Line SUV, ESP, IPS, 8”NAV, SYNC3, Climate, Q/C, Camera/Sensors, Lightning blue 0k ...............................£16,99518 68 Ecosport 1.0T 125ps Powershift ST-Line SUV, FWD, Auto, ESP, IPS, 8”NAV, Sensors, Camera, Keyless, Sync3, Ruby/Black 12K ...£16,69518 18 Ecosport 1.0T 125ps Powershift ST-Line SUV, FWD, Auto, ESP, IPS, 8”NAV, Keyless, Sync3, Ruby/Shadow Black 4k ......................£16,275
19 69 Focus Active 1.0T 125ps 8-Spd Powershift Active X 5dr, Auto, ESP, IPS, SOS, PanRf, HFS, Wi-Fi, ACS, Keyless, Ruby red 0k .........£21,99518 18 Focus 1.0T 125ps ST-Line 5dr Hatch ESP, IPS, SYNC3, 8”NAV, Privacy, Sensors Frozen white 2K ......................................................£16,99517 17 Focus 1.0T 125ps Titanium 5dr, ESP, IPS, 8”NAV, SYNC3, DAB, Q/C, ACS, Keyless, Candy Red 16K .................................................£12,49517 17 Focus 1.0T 100ps Zetec Estate, ESP, IPS, A/C, Q/C, Sensors, Sync2, B/T, DAB, Deep impact blue 13K ...............................................£11,97516 16 Focus 1.0T 125ps Titanium 5dr, ESP, IPS, NAV, Sync2, Privacy, 17”Alloy, Keyless, Tectonic Silver 26K ...............................................£10,27510 60 Focus 1.6 TDCi 110ps Titanium 5dr, ESP, IPS, NAV, B/T, Q/C, Climate, Keyless, HFS, Magnum grey 115K ............................................£2,995
19 19 Kuga 2.0TDCi 180ps Powershift ST-Line Edition SUV, AWD, Auto, ESP, IPS, ACS, PwrPanRf, Lthr, HFS, NAV, Magnetic 0k ...............£24,99517 17 Kuga 2.0TDCi 180ps Titanium X SUV, AWD, Manual, Magnetic 16k .......................................................................................................£17,99518 18 C-Max 1.0T 100ps Titanium MPV, ESP, IPS, 8”NAV, SYNC3, DEATC, Q/C, Keyless, DAB, Sensors Chrome blue 3K ..........................£14,49516 16 C-Max 1.5TDCi Euro6 Titanium MPV, 6-SpMan, ESP, IPS, 8”NAV, SYNC2, ACS, Keyless, DAB, Sensors Red Rush 27K ..................£10,495
15 65 Ranger 3.2 200ps Limited Double-cab, 6-Sp Man, Lthr, SYNC2, NAV, Tonnea, T/Bar, Lightning blue 34K ..................................£15995+VAT16 16 Transit 290 2.2TDCi 125ps Trend L2 H2 Conversion Day van/Semi motorhome Frozen white 51K......................................................£12,595
12 12 Mazda 1.8i Roadster SE Powered Hardtop, Red 16K ..................................................................................................................................£8,99512 62 Peugeot 1.2VTi 208 Access + 3dr, TBA Black 57K ....................................................................................................................................£3,69511 11 Renault Kangoo 1.6i Expression WAV Wheelchair adapted vehicle Blue 29K ............................................................................................£5,895
07 07 Renault 1.6i Auto Clio Initiale 5dr, Automatic, Leather, Climate, Alloys, Sensors, Keyless, Cruise, T/Bar. Gold 80K ...................................£2,59519 19 Ecosport 1.0T 125ps Powershift ST-Line SUV, ESP, IPS, 8”NAV, SYNC3, Climate, Q/C, Camera/Sensors Magnetic, 3K ......................£18,99516 66 Skoda 2.0TDi Yeti Outdoor SE Crossover, Business Edtn, Grey 32K ..........................................................................................................£10,99516 16 Skoda 1.2TSi Fabia SE 5dr, IPS, A/C, Keyless, USB, CD, Silver 12K ............................................................................................................£8,67517 67 Ecosport 1.5i Powershift Titanium SUV, ESP, IPS, 8”NAV, SYNC, Climate, Q/C, Privacy, Sensors Magnetic 7K......................................£11,895
FIESTA19 19 Fiesta 1.0T 125ps Active X Crossover, ESP, IPS, Drive mode, 8”NAV, Keyless, R/Cam, Privacy, Roofrails, Bodykit, Ruby, 0k .......................................................................................£1799519 19 Fiesta 1.0T 100ps Powershift Vignale 5dr, ESP, IPS, SYNC3, NAV, Cruise, Quilted lthr, PanRf, 17”Alloy, Sensors+Camera, ComfortPk, DriverAssPk, B&O play Milano Grigo 0k ............ £1825018 18 Fiesta 1.0T 125ps Titanium 5dr, ESP, IPS, 17”AlloyStyle Pk, Sensors, NAV, SYNC3, Keyless, Magnetic 13k .....................................................................................................................SOLD17 67 Fiesta 1.0T 125ps Titanium 3dr, ESP, IPS, DriverAssPk, ParkAss, SSW, Guards, Race/Frozen 4k...................................................................................................................................£1149517 17 Fiesta 1.0T 140ps ST-Line 3dr, ESP, IPS, Sat/Nav, SYNC, A/C, Q/C, B/T, Deep impact blue 6k ........................................................................................................................................£1139517 17 Fiesta 1.0T 100ps ST-Line 5dr, ESP, IPS, SYNC, NAV, Sensors, B/T, Moondust 10k..........................................................................................................................................................£1125016 66 Fiesta 1.0T 100ps Powershift Zetec 5dr, Auto, ESP, IPS, SYNC2, B/T, Q/C, A/C, Sensors Magnetic 19k ............................................................................................................................SOLD15 15 Fiesta 1.0T 125ps Titanium X 5dr, ESP, IPS, Sensors, B/T, Q/C, Climate, Keyless, Sensors, lthr, Privacy, Moondust 14k.................................................................................................£989516 66 Fiesta 1.0T 100ps Titanium 5dr, ESP, IPS, Q/C, A/C, B/T, Privacy, Deep impact blue 19k ..................................................................................................................................................£929516 66 Fiesta 1.5 TDCi Euro6 Zetec 3dr, ESP, IPS, A/C, Q/C, Sync, B/T Deep impact blue 22k.....................................................................................................................................................£SOLD
B-MAX & ECOSPORT & Tourneo COURIER19 19 Torneo Courier 1.0T 100ps Zetec MPV, 5-St, 6-Spd Man, A/C, Q/C, DAB, USB, B/T, Privacy Diffused 0k ........................................................................................................................£1199518 68 Ecosport 1.0T 125ps Powershift ST-Line SUV, 6-SpAuto, ESP, Sync3, 8”NAV, Camera PowerRoof, Keyless, Moondust/Shadow black 1k ..................................................................£1899519 19 Ecosport 1.0T 125ps Powershift Titanium SUV, Auto, ESP, IPS, 8”Nav, SYNC3, Camera, Sensors, Keyless, Ruby 1k ....................................................................................................£1797519 19 Ecosport 1.0T 100ps ST-Line SUV, ESP, IPS, 8”NAV, SYNC3, Climate, Q/C, Camera/Sensors, Lightning blue 0k ............................................................................................................£1699518 18 Ecosport 1.0T 125ps Titanium SUV, Auto, ESP, IPS, Sensors, DAB, B/T, Keyless Magnetic 4k ...........................................................................................................................................SOLD18 68 Ecosport 1.0T 125ps Powershift ST-Line SUV, FWD, Auto, ESP, IPS, 8”NAV, Sensors, Camera, Keyless, Sync3, Ruby/Shadow Black 12k ...................................................................£1669518 18 Ecosport 1.0T 125ps Powershift ST-Line SUV, FWD, Auto, ESP, IPS, 8”NAV, Sensors, Camera, Keyless, Sync3, Ruby/Shadow Black 4k .....................................................................£16275
FOCUS19 69 Focus Active 1.0T 125ps 8-Spd Powershift Active X 5dr, Auto, ESP, IPS, SOS, PanRf, HFS, Wi-Fi, ACS, Keyless, Ruby red 0k .....................................................................................£2199518 18 Focus 1.0T 125ps ST-Line 5dr Hatch ESP, IPS, SYNC3, 8”NAV, Privacy, Sensors Frozen white 2k .................................................................................................................................£1699517 17 Focus 1.0T 125ps Titanium 5dr, ESP, IPS, 8”NAV, SYNC3, DAB, Q/C, ACS, Keyless, Candy Red 16k ...............................................................................................................................£1249516 66 Focus 1.5 TDCi 120ps Titanium ESTATE, 6-Sp Man, ESP, IPS, Sync2, Sensors, Keyless, Q/C, A/C, Tectonic silver 7k ......................................................................................................SOLD17 17 Focus 1.0T 100ps Zetec Estate, ESP, IPS, A/C, Q/C, Sensors, Sync2, B/T, DAB, Deep impact blue 13k ..........................................................................................................................£1197515 65 Focus 1.5 TDCi 120ps Powershift Titanium X 5dr, ESP, IPS, Xenon, H/Lthr, HFS, Keyless, Sensors, NAV, Sync2, Tectonic 24k ........................................................................................SOLD16 16 Focus 1.0T 125ps Titanium 5dr, ESP, IPS, NAV, Sync2, Privacy, 17”Alloy, Keyless, Tectonic Silver 26k .........................................................................................................................£1027510 60 Focus 1.6 TDCi 110ps Titanium 5dr, ESP, IPS, NAV, B/T, Q/C, Climate, Keyless, HFS, Magnum grey 115k ........................................................................................................................£2995
C-MAX & KUGA19 19 Kuga 2.0TDCi 180ps Powershift ST-Line Edition SUV, AWD, Auto, ESP, IPS, ACS, PwrPanRf, Lthr, HFS, NAV, ActivePk, 19”Alloy, Magnetic 0k ...........................................................£2499517 17 Kuga 2.0TDCi 180ps Titanium X SUV, AWD, Manual, Magnetic 16k .................................................................................................................................................................................£1799510 10 Kuga 2.0TDCi 140ps Zetec AWD, 6SpMan, ESP, IPS, Keyless, DAB, Sony, Sensors, Panther black 70k .............................................................................................................................SOLD13 13 Kuga 2.0TDCi 163ps Powershift Titanium X SUV, AWD, Auto, ESP, IPS, PnRf, Xenon, HtdLthr, Climate, PwrT/Gate, Frozen White 45k ...........................................................................SOLD19 19 C-Max 1.0T 125ps Titanium MPV, 6-Sp, Man, ESP, IPS, 8”NAV, Sync3, Sensors, Keyless, Q/C, A/C, Moondust 0k ...........................................................................................................SOLD18 18 C-Max 1.0T 100ps Titanium MPV, ESP, IPS, 8”NAV, SYNC3, DEATC, Q/C, Keyless, DAB, Sensors Chrome blue 3k .........................................................................................................£1449516 16 C-Max 1.5TDCi Euro6 Titanium MPV, 6-SpMan, ESP, IPS, 8”NAV, SYNC2, ACS, DEATC, Q/C, Keyless, DAB, Sensors Red Rush 27k .............................................................................£1049515 15 C-Max 1.0T 125ps Titanium MPV, 6-Sp, Man, ESP, IPS, Sync, Sensors, Keyless, Q/C, A/C, Moondust silver 29k .............................................................................................................SOLD12 62 C-Max 1.6TDCi Titanium 5dr, MPV, ESP, IPS, A/C, B/T, Sony, Q/C, Race Red 49k ................................................................................................................................................................SOLD12 61 C-Max 2.0TDCi 6Sp Powershift Titanium X MPV, Auto, ESP, IPS, PanRf, lthr, Climate, HFS, Xenon, B/T, Keyless, Moondust 57k ....................................................................................SOLD
MONDEO & S-MAX & EDGE & RANGER15 65 Ranger 3.2 200ps Limited Double-cab, 6-Sp Man, Lthr, SYNC2, NAV, Tonnea, T/Bar, Lightning blue 34k ............................................................................................................. £15995+vat16 16 Transit 290 2.2TDCi 125ps Trend L2 H2 Conversion Day van/Semi motorhome Frozen white 51k ................................................................................................................................£12595
OTHER MAKES12 12 Mazda 1.8i Roadster SE Powered Hardtop, Red 16k ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................£899516 16 Skoda 1.2i 110ps DSG Yeti Outdoor SE L Crossover, 6-Speed Auto, NAV, DAB, B/T, Steel Grey 26k ..................................................................................................................................SOLD12 62 Peugeot 1.2VTi 208 Access + 3dr, TBA Black 57k ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................£369516 66 Skoda 1.2i 110ps DSG Yeti SE Crossover, 6-Speed Auto, NAV, DAB, B/T, Olive green 25k .................................................................................................................................................SOLD16 66 Skoda 1.2 7-Sp Auto Fabia SE 5dr, IPS, A/C, Keyless, USB, CD, Silver 4k ...........................................................................................................................................................................SOLD11 11 Renault Kangoo 1.6i Expression WAV Wheelchair adapted vehicle Blue 29k ...................................................................................................................................................................£5895
DUE-IN07 07 Renault 1.6i Auto Clio Initiale 5dr, Automatic, Leather, Climate, Alloys, Sensors, Keyless, Cruise, T/Bar. Gold 80k .......................................................................................................£259519 19 Ecosport 1.0T 125ps Powershift ST-Line SUV, ESP, IPS, 8”NAV, SYNC3, Climate, Q/C, Camera/Sensors Magnetic 3k ..................................................................................................£1899516 66 Skoda 2.0TDi Yeti Outdoor SE Crossover, Business Edtn, Grey 32k .................................................................................................................................................................................£1099516 16 Skoda 1.2TSi Fabia SE 5dr, IPS, A/C, Keyless, USB, CD, Silver 12k ....................................................................................................................................................................................£867517 67 Ecosport 1.5i Powershift Titanium SUV, ESP, IPS, 8”NAV, SYNC, Climate, Q/C, Privacy, Sensors Magnetic 7k ..............................................................................................................£11895
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Following a Supreme Court ruling in England, the law now (from 31st December 2019) allows
mixed sex couples to be able to enter into a civil partnership.
Previously, only same sex couples were able to enter into a civil partnership. Both same sex couples and opposite sex couples can enter into a marriage (and this has now been the law for some time).If you are in a mixed sex relationship and have made Wills, and decide to form a civil partnership now that the law has changed, any Wills made previously will be invalidated by the civil partnership, unless the Wills were made in expectation of that civil partnership. This is obviously the same legal position as a same sex couple making Wills.It is therefore important for anyone entering into either a marriage or a civil partnership to keep in mind that a civil partnership or a marriage revokes any previous Wills made by them, unless the Wills are made in contemplation of that civil partnership or marriage. So, Wills can be made by a couple shortly before a marriage or civil partnership in expectation of that event, or they can get married or enter into a civil partnership and subsequently make Wills.If a couple do not make Wills or enter into a marriage or a civil partnership but are simply in a relationship (whether living together or not), rights to inherit by the survivor following the death of one of the parties to the relationship will be limited and there is a risk, depending on circumstances, that the surviving partner (not to be confused with civil partner) will not inherit anything at all. Even if a couple are in a marriage or a civil partnership, making Wills is still
very important to set out exact wishes on both the first and second deaths. It is also vital that they are updated regularly, too.
It is important to note that a civil partnership is not an automatic legal process for a couple together long term (whether in a same sex or a mixed sex relationship) - it is a legal arrangement that both parties enter into. A civil partnership is certainly not the same as a 'common law marriage', the latter simply being a term describing a relationship between a cohabiting couple living together. Parties to a relationship who are living together long term but not in a marriage or a civil partnership do have the option of making a cohabitation agreement but this is not the same thing as a common law marriage either.
Every case, of course, depends on its own circumstances so always take legal advice from a trusted professional about your own set of circumstances. This article was written on 31 December 2019 and the law may change following this date. Richard Tinkler is an Associate Solicitor based at the Helliwell House office in Wroxham. Capron & Helliwell offer a fixed fee first appointment for family law matters - for details or to book an appointment please contact Dawn Pennell on 01692 581231. This article aims to supply general information but it is not intended to constitute advice. Every effort is made to ensure that the law referred to is correct at the date of publication and to avoid any statement which may mislead. However, no duty of care is assumed to any person and no liability is accepted for any omission or inaccuracy. Always seek specific advice.
considered by Richard Tinkler of Capron & Helliwell solicitors
Whilst there are many COME AND SING days taking place in Norfolk every month, the one on March 7th, 2020 will be different as it is for sopranos and altos only.
Come and enjoy the thrill of singing a variety of three and four-part pieces for ladies' voices, from madrigals to contemporary composers. Get tips from Janet on how to improve as a soloist and as a choral singer. Fun, friendship and expert tuition will make for a very special day. A list of the songs will be circulated in advance and we will provide music on the day The cost for the day will be £15.00 (payable in advance). We shall use the church for the workshops and kitchen and canteen facilities for breaks. Hot and cold drinks and biscuits will be provided. Please bring your own packed lunch. Information on parking will be provided to participants.
Please apply by calling Chris Yeomans on 01263 768441) or emailing Chris at [email protected].
It is some years since JOHN TAMS has appeared at Sheringham’s Little Theatre and this March sees a much anticipated return, along with BARRY COOPE.
He's not a mainstream name as such but if you start to dig a bit deeper you find that outside of his reputation of being a leading multi-award winning singer-songwriter in the English Folk- Rock scene, he played the part of ‘Chosen Man’ Rifleman Daniel Hagman alongside Sean Bean in the television series Sharpe, and not only was he involved in the music of the Sharpe series but was also song maker for Michael Morpurgo’s internationally acclaimed National Theatre production of ‘Warhorse’! Tams has been described by Mojo as ‘one of the ultimate British songwriters’ and is five times winner of the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, while his band, Home Service, has been rated as one of the greatest folk rock acts of all time.His long term musical partner Barry Coope was one third of the legendary accapella folk trio, Coope, Boyes and Simpson. Barry is also a member of Narthen, and has a long history in the folk music scene. He is a formidable keyboard player, and master of harmonious singing.
‘An Evening with John Tams and Barry Coope’is on Saturday 21st March at Sheringham Little Theatre. Doors open at 7.00pm, concert at 7.30pm. All seats £16.00, from www.sheringhamlittletheatre.com.
‘AN EVENING WITH FRAN MCGILLIVRAY AND MIKE BURKE’ at the Belfry Arts Centre, Overstrand on Saturday 7th March will see Fran McGillivray on vocals, bass guitar and Mike Burke on vocals, acoustic, electric & resonator guitars.
Former founder members of the legendary London blues outfit 'So Long Angel', Fran and Mike have spent many years honing their craft and have developed a unique take on blues and roots music and have an amazing husband and wife musical
empathy on stage. Their own vibrant and original songs are complemented by soulful, dynamic and powerful interpretations of songs from a broad range of genres from Americana through to Country and Blues. Their support on the night will feature local singer guitarist Anthony Purdy who himself is a great local purveyor of blues, country and Americana styles.
Doors open 7.30pm, concert starts at 8.00pm. All seats £10.00 from www.thebelfrycentre.co.uk.
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Ok, we've been saying it for several months but Winter weather will surely arrive in February! Two years ago we had some disruptive snow, and more than 1 in 4 drivers (28%) are scared to drive in the snow, with many unaware of the guidelines for driving in wintry conditions.
As the UK prepares for one of the coldest winters in almost a decade (don't they say that every year?!), new data from AutoTrader's Winter Driving Study shows many drivers are dangerously unprepared to drive in icy conditions and could be putting themselves and others at risk as a result.his survey of 2,006 UK car drivers has revealed that many drivers are incorrectly interpreting the guidance around safe winter driving or are simply not aware
of key aspects of winter driving. As a result, many motorists exhibit dangerous driving habits during the winter months.According to the data, more than half (59%) of drivers were not aware that black ice is transparent, and may therefore fail to identify it when driving. What’s more, three quarters of those surveyed were unaware that the safe stopping distance increases by ten times in icy conditions. In fact, more than 1 in 4 (27%) wrongly believe that stopping distance increases by only three times when it’s icy, meaning many could be putting themselves and others at risk as a result of not allowing enough time to brake.The study by also reveals that more than 1 in 3 (34%) car drivers leave their engine running and go back into the house while their car warms up and demists on cold days. Meanwhile, 1 in 10 (11%) - or 3.6 million drivers – do not wait at all, instead starting their journey with their head sticking out of
the window, in order to see where they are going.More than 1 in 10 (12%) admit to having driven one-handed while they hold a hot drink on cold mornings – meaning they are at risk of losing control of their vehicle, and a similar number (8%) say they have driven without a seatbelt on cold days, in order to peel off layers of clothing as they eventually warm up.Many cars may also not be equipped to tackle winter conditions owing to poor winter maintenance, according to Auto Trader, as less than half (46%) of motorists know where to put
anti-freeze in their car, and only 1 in 2 of those on the roads (50%) keep their cars topped up with it. 1 in 3 (33%) doesn’t even own an ice scraper, whilst 1 in 4 (25%) say they pour boiling water over their windscreen when it’s frozen, despite the risk of cracking the glass. A spokesman at Auto Trader said: "Each winter, we see road accidents happen that could have been avoided with a bit of preparation or knowledge, so this time of year is always a good time to remind drivers how to best prepare for treacherous weather and what the rules around driving in these conditions are. To help, we’ve created a guide to driving safely during winter which car drivers can use to reacquaint themselves with the rules and best practices of winter driving, to keep themselves and other road users safe.” See https://www.autotrader.co.uk/content/guides/winter-driving
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19 19 Kuga 2.0TDCi 180ps Powershift ST-Line Edition SUV, AWD, Auto, ESP, IPS, ACS, PwrPanRf, Lthr, HFS, NAV, Magnetic 0k ...............£24,99517 17 Kuga 2.0TDCi 180ps Titanium X SUV, AWD, Manual, Magnetic 16k .......................................................................................................£17,99518 18 C-Max 1.0T 100ps Titanium MPV, ESP, IPS, 8”NAV, SYNC3, DEATC, Q/C, Keyless, DAB, Sensors Chrome blue 3K ..........................£14,49516 16 C-Max 1.5TDCi Euro6 Titanium MPV, 6-SpMan, ESP, IPS, 8”NAV, SYNC2, ACS, Keyless, DAB, Sensors Red Rush 27K ..................£10,495
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12 12 Mazda 1.8i Roadster SE Powered Hardtop, Red 16K ..................................................................................................................................£8,99512 62 Peugeot 1.2VTi 208 Access + 3dr, TBA Black 57K ....................................................................................................................................£3,69511 11 Renault Kangoo 1.6i Expression WAV Wheelchair adapted vehicle Blue 29K ............................................................................................£5,895
07 07 Renault 1.6i Auto Clio Initiale 5dr, Automatic, Leather, Climate, Alloys, Sensors, Keyless, Cruise, T/Bar. Gold 80K ...................................£2,59519 19 Ecosport 1.0T 125ps Powershift ST-Line SUV, ESP, IPS, 8”NAV, SYNC3, Climate, Q/C, Camera/Sensors Magnetic, 3K ......................£18,99516 66 Skoda 2.0TDi Yeti Outdoor SE Crossover, Business Edtn, Grey 32K ..........................................................................................................£10,99516 16 Skoda 1.2TSi Fabia SE 5dr, IPS, A/C, Keyless, USB, CD, Silver 12K ............................................................................................................£8,67517 67 Ecosport 1.5i Powershift Titanium SUV, ESP, IPS, 8”NAV, SYNC, Climate, Q/C, Privacy, Sensors Magnetic 7K......................................£11,895
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WILLS, MARRIAGE AND CIVIL PARTNERSHIPS
Following a Supreme Court ruling in England, the law now (from 31st December 2019) allows
mixed sex couples to be able to enter into a civil partnership.
Previously, only same sex couples were able to enter into a civil partnership. Both same sex couples and opposite sex couples can enter into a marriage (and this has now been the law for some time).If you are in a mixed sex relationship and have made Wills, and decide to form a civil partnership now that the law has changed, any Wills made previously will be invalidated by the civil partnership, unless the Wills were made in expectation of that civil partnership. This is obviously the same legal position as a same sex couple making Wills.It is therefore important for anyone entering into either a marriage or a civil partnership to keep in mind that a civil partnership or a marriage revokes any previous Wills made by them, unless the Wills are made in contemplation of that civil partnership or marriage. So, Wills can be made by a couple shortly before a marriage or civil partnership in expectation of that event, or they can get married or enter into a civil partnership and subsequently make Wills.If a couple do not make Wills or enter into a marriage or a civil partnership but are simply in a relationship (whether living together or not), rights to inherit by the survivor following the death of one of the parties to the relationship will be limited and there is a risk, depending on circumstances, that the surviving partner (not to be confused with civil partner) will not inherit anything at all. Even if a couple are in a marriage or a civil partnership, making Wills is still
very important to set out exact wishes on both the first and second deaths. It is also vital that they are updated regularly, too.
It is important to note that a civil partnership is not an automatic legal process for a couple together long term (whether in a same sex or a mixed sex relationship) - it is a legal arrangement that both parties enter into. A civil partnership is certainly not the same as a 'common law marriage', the latter simply being a term describing a relationship between a cohabiting couple living together. Parties to a relationship who are living together long term but not in a marriage or a civil partnership do have the option of making a cohabitation agreement but this is not the same thing as a common law marriage either.
Every case, of course, depends on its own circumstances so always take legal advice from a trusted professional about your own set of circumstances. This article was written on 31 December 2019 and the law may change following this date. Richard Tinkler is an Associate Solicitor based at the Helliwell House office in Wroxham. Capron & Helliwell offer a fixed fee first appointment for family law matters - for details or to book an appointment please contact Dawn Pennell on 01692 581231. This article aims to supply general information but it is not intended to constitute advice. Every effort is made to ensure that the law referred to is correct at the date of publication and to avoid any statement which may mislead. However, no duty of care is assumed to any person and no liability is accepted for any omission or inaccuracy. Always seek specific advice.
considered by Richard Tinkler of Capron & Helliwell solicitors
Whilst there are many COME AND SING days taking place in Norfolk every month, the one on March 7th, 2020 will be different as it is for sopranos and altos only.
Come and enjoy the thrill of singing a variety of three and four-part pieces for ladies' voices, from madrigals to contemporary composers. Get tips from Janet on how to improve as a soloist and as a choral singer. Fun, friendship and expert tuition will make for a very special day. A list of the songs will be circulated in advance and we will provide music on the day The cost for the day will be £15.00 (payable in advance). We shall use the church for the workshops and kitchen and canteen facilities for breaks. Hot and cold drinks and biscuits will be provided. Please bring your own packed lunch. Information on parking will be provided to participants.
Please apply by calling Chris Yeomans on 01263 768441) or emailing Chris at [email protected].
It is some years since JOHN TAMS has appeared at Sheringham’s Little Theatre and this March sees a much anticipated return, along with BARRY COOPE.
He's not a mainstream name as such but if you start to dig a bit deeper you find that outside of his reputation of being a leading multi-award winning singer-songwriter in the English Folk- Rock scene, he played the part of ‘Chosen Man’ Rifleman Daniel Hagman alongside Sean Bean in the television series Sharpe, and not only was he involved in the music of the Sharpe series but was also song maker for Michael Morpurgo’s internationally acclaimed National Theatre production of ‘Warhorse’! Tams has been described by Mojo as ‘one of the ultimate British songwriters’ and is five times winner of the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, while his band, Home Service, has been rated as one of the greatest folk rock acts of all time.His long term musical partner Barry Coope was one third of the legendary accapella folk trio, Coope, Boyes and Simpson. Barry is also a member of Narthen, and has a long history in the folk music scene. He is a formidable keyboard player, and master of harmonious singing.
‘An Evening with John Tams and Barry Coope’is on Saturday 21st March at Sheringham Little Theatre. Doors open at 7.00pm, concert at 7.30pm. All seats £16.00, from www.sheringhamlittletheatre.com.
‘AN EVENING WITH FRAN MCGILLIVRAY AND MIKE BURKE’ at the Belfry Arts Centre, Overstrand on Saturday 7th March will see Fran McGillivray on vocals, bass guitar and Mike Burke on vocals, acoustic, electric & resonator guitars.
Former founder members of the legendary London blues outfit 'So Long Angel', Fran and Mike have spent many years honing their craft and have developed a unique take on blues and roots music and have an amazing husband and wife musical
empathy on stage. Their own vibrant and original songs are complemented by soulful, dynamic and powerful interpretations of songs from a broad range of genres from Americana through to Country and Blues. Their support on the night will feature local singer guitarist Anthony Purdy who himself is a great local purveyor of blues, country and Americana styles.
Doors open 7.30pm, concert starts at 8.00pm. All seats £10.00 from www.thebelfrycentre.co.uk.
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Back in Norfolk the trees are very different from those in the Ecuadorean cloud forests where I took you during the winter.
The British trees are still quite bare at this time of year which makes us aware of how Ivy can take them over; it is evergreen so is very visible in the winter. It is not a parasitic plant and uses the tree purely as support by way of rootlets on its branches; these produce discs that adhere to the tree enabling the Ivy to climb. Although it doesn’t get its nourishment directly from the tree, because its roots are close by, it will compete with it for nutrients and water. As well as this, Ivy’s presence denies the tree sunlight and air causing defoliation and this will eventually weaken its host leaving it prone to parasites and disease, which can lead to the tree toppling over. If Ivy decides to make a building its home it can cause significant damage as those rootlets invade the mortar between the bricks and eventually loosen the structure. However, Ivy isn’t all bad news as it flowers in the autumn and provides pollen and nectar for insects when not many other plants are blooming; the black berries are poisonous to us but are relished by some birds, especially Wood pigeons which will feast on them as though they haven’t eaten for months. It is also good cover for birds and many species will roost in it at night and use it for nesting in the spring, protected by the tangle of branches and leaves. Deer like to feed on Ivy and our sheep love it! Well meaning people will often try to ‘rescue’ what they think are abandoned seal
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spring flowers - that is, if the squirrels haven’t been eating all the bulbs. Another little bulb thief is the vole and we have seen quite a lot of these little creatures lately. A few months ago we acquired a cat called Ozzy and she is a little sweetheart except that, like all felines, she insists on bringing in a lot of wildlife, particularly voles. Some have already gone to that great volery in the sky but some are very much alive and usually retreat to an inaccessible hiding place. Either Ozzy has found where the voles hang out or they are a bit slow. Whichever, they appear from underneath the furniture now and then and run around the floor for a bit of exercise, much to the excitement of May, our Lurcher!
Muntjac deer may have young at the moment b e c a u s e , unlike other deer, they do not have a set rutting season but breed all the year round if conditions a r e favourable.
The Woodland Trust intends to plant thousands of trees this year to increase the absorption of carbon dioxide and the production of oxygen which trees do very efficiently. We can all help by planting trees of our own but we must make sure they are native specimens and not ones that originate in other countries.As well as trees, woodlands are home to many fungi; trees and fungi
have a symbiotic relationship, supplying each other with essential needs. So if one goes, so does the other. Unfortunately, woodlands are being stripped of their fungi by commercial pickers who help themselves to vast numbers of edible mushrooms to sell in markets and to restaurants. These illegal pickers are being prosecuted and fined and one had a haul of 108lb (40 kgs) of fungi! I believe it is OK to take a few for your own table but to gather them on this scale does irreparable damage to woodlands.
Some good news! Overhead power lines have been removed from South Walsham Marshes and replaced with underground cables. Not only has this
pups along our coast. Because seals’ milk is very rich, the pups obtain a great deal of energy during the nursing period, which is not very long allowing the mothers to return to fishing at sea; this is usually where they are when the pups are observed on their own on the beach. The RSPCA has said to please leave the pups alone because if they really are in trouble the wardens, who patrol the beaches, will become aware of the situation. Also, avoid touching any dead seals because, if you have a cut or scratch, this can result in acquiring an infection which is very difficult to treat; the seal hunters and whalers in the past often contracted this, which usually resulted in amputation! We found out about this when my husband got a case of ‘seal finger’ while carrying out a post mortem on a dead animal (not a hobby – he’s a vet). He was hospitalised for a week while they searched for the right antibiotic. Thankfully he didn’t lose the finger but it doesn’t match the others and will always be distorted.
Snowdrops are lovely this month, cheering us up and heralding the blooming of other
improved the view across the marshes but also removed a hazard for birds that have often been in danger of flying into the lines.
Things to do in February:• Free family fun.• Seals.• Norfolk's wildlife in a changing climate.• Really wild half term.All at Cley & Salthouse Marshes. Details - 01603 625540 or www.norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk• Plant a tree!
Information collected by British Trust for Ornithology volunteer bird ringers and nest recorders provides an insight into how some of our resident and migratory birds fared during the 2019 breeding season, which was a year to remember for Blackcaps and Blue Tits.
Results show that 2019 was an early breeding season, with many species laying eggs significantly earlier than average, possibly thanks to record-breaking February temperatures; research has shown that many birds produce eggs earlier during warmer springs to ensure that their young hatch when the insects on which they are fed are most abundant. The biggest winners were the tits. Numbers of Blue, Great and Long-tailed Tits at the start of the breeding season were higher than average; the most likely explanation for this increase is the very successful breeding season of 2018, as many of the birds encountered by ringers in 2019 were juveniles nesting for the first time. Not only were more birds present, but evidence from BTO volunteers monitoring nests shows that each pair that bred also produced a higher-than-average number of chicks. Conversely, 2019 was a poor year for several other common garden visitors - numbers of Blackbirds and Dunnocks encountered by ringers were the lowest since the use of ringing to monitor abundance began nearly 40 years ago, and Robins were also less numerous than in recent years. The contrasting fortunes of these birds relative to the tits is likely to result from a much less successful breeding season in the previous year as the proportion of adult birds surviving the winter seemed fairly typical.
Lee Barber, Demographic Surveys Organiser at the BTO, highlighted the importance of the work volunteers undertake, contributing thousands of hours each year to collecting these invaluable data. "Using this information, we can start to predict what may happen in future and how we might be able to influence it, providing a more positive outcome," he explained, concluding: "The great thing is that everyone, from the novice to the experienced birdwatcher, can help to contribute by taking part in BTO surveys.”
2019 WINNERS AND LOSERS
•Tenacious Ivy!
• Ivy berries.
• Ivy on Winter trees.
• A strange February sky.
• Snowdrops.
•Muntjac deer.
•Blue Tit. Photo' by Liz Cummings.
All photo's by Sheila Sims except where otherwise indicated.
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Back in Norfolk the trees are very different from those in the Ecuadorean cloud forests where I took you during the winter.
The British trees are still quite bare at this time of year which makes us aware of how Ivy can take them over; it is evergreen so is very visible in the winter. It is not a parasitic plant and uses the tree purely as support by way of rootlets on its branches; these produce discs that adhere to the tree enabling the Ivy to climb. Although it doesn’t get its nourishment directly from the tree, because its roots are close by, it will compete with it for nutrients and water. As well as this, Ivy’s presence denies the tree sunlight and air causing defoliation and this will eventually weaken its host leaving it prone to parasites and disease, which can lead to the tree toppling over. If Ivy decides to make a building its home it can cause significant damage as those rootlets invade the mortar between the bricks and eventually loosen the structure. However, Ivy isn’t all bad news as it flowers in the autumn and provides pollen and nectar for insects when not many other plants are blooming; the black berries are poisonous to us but are relished by some birds, especially Wood pigeons which will feast on them as though they haven’t eaten for months. It is also good cover for birds and many species will roost in it at night and use it for nesting in the spring, protected by the tangle of branches and leaves. Deer like to feed on Ivy and our sheep love it! Well meaning people will often try to ‘rescue’ what they think are abandoned seal
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spring flowers - that is, if the squirrels haven’t been eating all the bulbs. Another little bulb thief is the vole and we have seen quite a lot of these little creatures lately. A few months ago we acquired a cat called Ozzy and she is a little sweetheart except that, like all felines, she insists on bringing in a lot of wildlife, particularly voles. Some have already gone to that great volery in the sky but some are very much alive and usually retreat to an inaccessible hiding place. Either Ozzy has found where the voles hang out or they are a bit slow. Whichever, they appear from underneath the furniture now and then and run around the floor for a bit of exercise, much to the excitement of May, our Lurcher!
Muntjac deer may have young at the moment b e c a u s e , unlike other deer, they do not have a set rutting season but breed all the year round if conditions a r e favourable.
The Woodland Trust intends to plant thousands of trees this year to increase the absorption of carbon dioxide and the production of oxygen which trees do very efficiently. We can all help by planting trees of our own but we must make sure they are native specimens and not ones that originate in other countries.As well as trees, woodlands are home to many fungi; trees and fungi
have a symbiotic relationship, supplying each other with essential needs. So if one goes, so does the other. Unfortunately, woodlands are being stripped of their fungi by commercial pickers who help themselves to vast numbers of edible mushrooms to sell in markets and to restaurants. These illegal pickers are being prosecuted and fined and one had a haul of 108lb (40 kgs) of fungi! I believe it is OK to take a few for your own table but to gather them on this scale does irreparable damage to woodlands.
Some good news! Overhead power lines have been removed from South Walsham Marshes and replaced with underground cables. Not only has this
pups along our coast. Because seals’ milk is very rich, the pups obtain a great deal of energy during the nursing period, which is not very long allowing the mothers to return to fishing at sea; this is usually where they are when the pups are observed on their own on the beach. The RSPCA has said to please leave the pups alone because if they really are in trouble the wardens, who patrol the beaches, will become aware of the situation. Also, avoid touching any dead seals because, if you have a cut or scratch, this can result in acquiring an infection which is very difficult to treat; the seal hunters and whalers in the past often contracted this, which usually resulted in amputation! We found out about this when my husband got a case of ‘seal finger’ while carrying out a post mortem on a dead animal (not a hobby – he’s a vet). He was hospitalised for a week while they searched for the right antibiotic. Thankfully he didn’t lose the finger but it doesn’t match the others and will always be distorted.
Snowdrops are lovely this month, cheering us up and heralding the blooming of other
improved the view across the marshes but also removed a hazard for birds that have often been in danger of flying into the lines.
Things to do in February:• Free family fun.• Seals.• Norfolk's wildlife in a changing climate.• Really wild half term.All at Cley & Salthouse Marshes. Details - 01603 625540 or www.norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk• Plant a tree!
Information collected by British Trust for Ornithology volunteer bird ringers and nest recorders provides an insight into how some of our resident and migratory birds fared during the 2019 breeding season, which was a year to remember for Blackcaps and Blue Tits.
Results show that 2019 was an early breeding season, with many species laying eggs significantly earlier than average, possibly thanks to record-breaking February temperatures; research has shown that many birds produce eggs earlier during warmer springs to ensure that their young hatch when the insects on which they are fed are most abundant. The biggest winners were the tits. Numbers of Blue, Great and Long-tailed Tits at the start of the breeding season were higher than average; the most likely explanation for this increase is the very successful breeding season of 2018, as many of the birds encountered by ringers in 2019 were juveniles nesting for the first time. Not only were more birds present, but evidence from BTO volunteers monitoring nests shows that each pair that bred also produced a higher-than-average number of chicks. Conversely, 2019 was a poor year for several other common garden visitors - numbers of Blackbirds and Dunnocks encountered by ringers were the lowest since the use of ringing to monitor abundance began nearly 40 years ago, and Robins were also less numerous than in recent years. The contrasting fortunes of these birds relative to the tits is likely to result from a much less successful breeding season in the previous year as the proportion of adult birds surviving the winter seemed fairly typical.
Lee Barber, Demographic Surveys Organiser at the BTO, highlighted the importance of the work volunteers undertake, contributing thousands of hours each year to collecting these invaluable data. "Using this information, we can start to predict what may happen in future and how we might be able to influence it, providing a more positive outcome," he explained, concluding: "The great thing is that everyone, from the novice to the experienced birdwatcher, can help to contribute by taking part in BTO surveys.”
2019 WINNERS AND LOSERS
•Tenacious Ivy!
• Ivy berries.
• Ivy on Winter trees.
• A strange February sky.
• Snowdrops.
•Muntjac deer.
•Blue Tit. Photo' by Liz Cummings.
All photo's by Sheila Sims except where otherwise indicated.
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