Sackhouse Programme Sept-Dec 2016

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Programme of Events and Activities

September • October • November • December 2016

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Our latest programme of events covers such a wide variety it's clear that, although the Maltings is out of action, we are still committed to offering the community some great opportunities and entertainment.

The Maltings and Granary theatre closed its door at the end of last year and has since been completely stripped out and returned to its original state. Although our plans are to redevelop, we also want to seize the chance to showcase this beautiful building's heritage whilst we can, and there are events planned using this space - please take the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to have a look inside.

The next step is the archaeological dig which will take place at the end of September, and then if all goes to plan Contractors will be on site from January 2017 for a year and in the spring of 2018 we will open the doors to the new Wells Maltings.

All of this progress happens through so much time and commitment from our dedicated small staff team but also our band of invaluable volunteers. We are always looking for new volunteers to either join one of our working groups and have a say on the way the contents of the new building take shape, or to spend a couple of hours working in the Tourist Information Centre. The new building will offer exciting roles for volunteers with heritage tours and archive research. If you would like to get involved even for an hour a month we would love to hear from you, in return we can offer training and volunteer events.

Peter Lynn Chairman

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THE WELLS PIRATE FESTIVAL 2016

The mighty Wells Pirate Festival sails back into town for the sixth

Down on the Quay Boat trips & Pirate camp

time. Dig out your cutlass and polish your parrot, lock up your

In the Maltings, linked with the Heritage open days "Voices from

rum and prepare for the biggest and best festival yet!

the past."

Friday 9th September, 7.30 The Smugglers Ball

and see voices and stories from the past.

Open 12.00pm - 5.00pm **Free Entry**

Upstairs in the Maltings • £6 (Over 18's only)

7.30pm - Blackbeard badass bad taste Bingo returns

Music to be provided by "Chest of Pogs" - runners up at the King's

upstairs in the Maltings - are you brave enough to

Lynn festival.

challenge Blackbeard?

Tickets available from the Wells Tourist Information Centre.

9.00pm - Ghost Event at the Maltings

Come and explore the Maltings in its stripped back state and hear

You must bring your own tankard or receptacle as no glasses will be provided.

Saturday & Sunday 10th-11th September, 10am - 5pm both days All action this year is taking place at the Maltings and the Staithe Street Car Park.

Pirate Market in the Sackhouse Toss the Jellyfish Raffle Treasure Trail (With added Pokemon Go tips) Stalls & Games Festival T-shirts

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SEPTEMBER

Saturday 17th September, 7.30pm - Tina's Proverbial Cabaret Show Adult £10, Children £5, Concessions £9 Tina Bradshaw is the creation of therapist and performance artist Bev Bishop who combines traditional therapy techniques with humour and performance offering proverbial solutions to day to day dilemmas. Whatever the problem, dilemma or conundrum, Tina has a proverb at hand to provide a solution....not to mention those pesky life experiences again! Combining witty banter, games and a proverb or two, Tina's Proverbials is a side-splitting, feel-good experience that promises to put a smile on your face, a

Thursday 22nd September, 7.30pm - Duende Adult £9, Child £8, Concessions £8 Keith James returns to Wells with a unique and breath-taking concert. His programme features the surreal, haunting and exotic poetry of Pablo Neruda, Isabelle Allende, Gabriel Garcia Marquez, Federico Garcia Lorca and Jorge Luis Borges. Performed as song and set to a collection of rich, daring and fiery classical guitar arrangements 'Some of the most atmospheric and emotive music you will ever hear'.

twinkle in your eye, and quite possibly help you to see life from a completely different perspective!

Friday 30th September, 7.30pm The little bit the boys admire, The Marie Lloyd Story Adult £10, Child £5, Concessions £9 Broad Horizons present this two hander staring Judi Daykin as Marie Lloyd and Karen Hill as Vesta Tilley. Ladies and gentlemen, Miss Marie Lloyd, that pulchritudinous personification of the Golden Age of Music Hall, invites you to an evening of entertainment excellence in the Euterpian and Terpsichorean Arts …....she'll sing and dance a bit, sir! Yes, Miss Marie Lloyd, for one night only, will tell the story of her astonishing and inspiring rise to become the Queen of British Entertainment expressed, as only Marie can, with a song, a story and a naughty wink.

You will laugh! You will cry! You will see the glories of Music Hall live again and hear some of the songs we still remember with nostalgic pleasure. A lifetime in an evening! With frequent assistance and factual correction from that virtuoso of contrariwise confusion .... she dresses as a man, madam! - Miss Vesta Tilley, the original Burlington Bertie! Songs include Don't Dilly Dally on the Way, A Little of What You Fancy and From Marble Arch to Leicester Square. Take this unique opportunity to relive an era of Glory, Glitter and Gold.

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OCTOBER

Sunday 2nd October, 7.30pm - My Sweet Patootie Band Adult £10, Snr Citizen £9 (Over 65s), Student £5, Friends of the Granary £8 (FOG card to be produced before show).

Adult £10, Snr Citizen £9 (Over 65s), Student £5, Friends of the Granary £8 (FOG card to be produced before show).

'Front Porch' play Electro-Acoustic Music. Kevan Taplin and John

'My Sweet Patootie from Canada will be on their 6th UK Tour.

Kelly have been to the Granary with their unique 'Front Porch' set

The band is a sassy modern vaudeville trio that brings tight

and have supported us by becoming Friends of the Granary.

harmonies, monstrous guitar, sizzling fiddle, suitcase percussion

Kevan and John both play guitar and they are joined by vocalist

and abundant charisma together in one perfect package. From

Steve Bennett. Their sets feature their own compositions based

swinging roots and funky fiddle tunes to exquisite ballads, they

on the blues, folk, acoustic, roots and Americana genres of their

deliver a must see-show that has been described as 'two parts

backgrounds as well as 'classics' which are always given a 'Front

exemplary musicianship and one part vaudeville comedy.'

Porch' twist.

Friday 14th October, 7.30pm - Pennyless Adult £10, Snr Citizen £9 (Over 65s), Student £5, Friends of the Granary £8 (FOG card to be produced before show).

‘Pennyless' is a great favourite of the Granary audiences. 'In The Park' is their latest and 5th C.D. Instantly intriguing-classic English Folk Rock - memorable tunes, warm vocals and hooks aplenty. 'Pennyless' is based in South Lincolnshire and is made up of Penny Stevens (violin), Les Woods (guitar, mandolin), Colin Benton (bass guitar, bouzouk) and Graham Dale (multiinstrumentalist).

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Friday 7th October, 7.30pm - Front Porch

Friday 21st October, 7.30pm - Landermason Adult £10, Snr Citizen £9 (Over 65s), Student £5, Friends of the Granary £8 (FOG card to be produced before show).

A welcome return to Wells of the multi-talented duo Landermason. Fiona Lander and Paul Mason have developed a unique sound which displays their undoubted talents. They combine both traditional and contemporary folk with jazz and other styles in their beautiful compositions and striking arrangements. Fiona sings and plays the piano, whistles, sax, clarinet and recorder. Paul sings and plays several guitars.

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NOVEMBER

Friday 18th November, 7.30pm Mervyn Stutter Adults £10, Snr Citizen £9 (Over 65s), Student £5, Friends of the Granary £8 (FOG card to be produced before show).

Mervyn Stutter is an actor, comedian, scriptwriter, satirical songwriter and something of a national treasure; he performs at the Edinburgh Fringe every year and audiences love him. He's worked in Radio, TV, theatre and cabaret and knows how to tell stories and sing songs, poke fun at himself and the Baby Boomer generation. His sometimes wicked, but always affectionate, sense of humour brings warmth and joy to an audience that is happy to laugh both at his life and their own.

Art Exhibition: James McCallum Dates: November 19th-27th, 11am-4pm daily

How to Book for Theatre & Music

James McCallum is an artist best known for his watercolour paintings of the natural world, particularly birds, made outdoors

In Person - The Tourist Information Centre, Staithe

from life. He was born in Wells-next-the-Sea and after

Street, Box Office is open daily 10am-4pm.

Alternatively, turn up on the door at the Box Office an hour before the show - we normally have tickets available.

graduating from The Royal College of Art has returned to live and

By Telephone - Please call the Box Office on 01328

books of his field paintings and observations have been

710885. Tickets can be paid for over the telephone or posted for a charge of £1.50

published - Work from his latest book 'Birds in Norfolk' will be

paint in North Norfolk. Working directly from nature has enabled him to develop a thorough knowledge of the behaviour and visual language of wildlife in its chosen surroundings. Eight

exhibited at the Sackhouse Gallery at Wells from 19th - 27th November 2016, 11am - 4pm daily.

Online - Go to www.wellsmaltings.org.uk and the

email@jamesmccallum.co.uk

'What's On & Tickets' Section

www.jamesmccallum.co.uk

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THE SACKHOUSE - REGULAR CLASSES Something in the Sackhouse - Weekly and Monthly Events Pilates Heather Sampson from Sampson Pilates runs three sessions per week in the Sackhouse specialising in Pilates instruction for all levels. Experts in physical rehabilitation for knees, back, neck, tennis elbow, ankle, post / ant natal and general posture.

Tuesdays: 6-7pm Wednesdays: 9.30-10.30am & 10.30-11.30am Contact Heather at www.sampsonpilates.com

Tai Chi Glenn has been teaching for many years and runs one session per week in the Sackhouse. The relaxing and enjoyable art of Tai Chi is often referred to as 'moving meditation'. Tai Chi will enhance the health of both the mind and body and is suitable for both men and women, young and old.

Fridays: 10.30-11.30am Contact Glenn at www.west-norfolk-tai-chi.com

Wellbeing by the Sea Yoga & Mindfulness Yoga and mindfulness practice isn't about changing who you are, It's about achieving a balance within your life, helping you build awareness and resilience, compassion and joy. Yoga practice helps us develop a strong, flexible body, creating space and balance whilst giving us the tools such as patience and compassion to help flow with the ups and downs of life.

Mindfulness is about being present and aware so we can learn to navigate thoughts and emotions more skillfully.

Yoga Mondays: 7-8.15pm Thursdays: 10-11.15am Mindfulness Meditation Thursdays - 6.30-8.30pm (8 week course starting September 15th) Contact Marie at www.wellbeingbythesea.com

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THE SACKHOUSE - REGULAR MEETINGS The Wells Pensioners Group meets once a month on a Tuesday from 1.30pm-4pm Forthcoming dates: September 20th, October 18th, November 15th For more information call 01328 710681 Wells Pensioners’ Association is made up of a group of active retired men and women who enjoy meeting once a month to hear a speaker. Some of the talks are informative and some entertaining. One or two have brought a lump to the throat and a tear to the eye. The Bevan Boys and the East Coast Truckers being excellent examples of this. We have seven meetings a year, one of them being a fun quiz and a bring ‘n’ buy, an outing and a Christmas event. For only £3 a year membership this is a real bargain. For more information contact Lynne on 01328 711425 or Pat on 01328 710193.

Norman Lamb Surgeries MP Norman Lamb is on site to answer your questions from 5pm-7pm on the following dates: September 16th November 28th December 16th Contact Norman's office on 01692 403752 to make an appointment

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Something in the Sackhouse

Individually Hand Crafted for You Come along to the Sackhouse, Jicklings Yard, Staithe Street on the following dates for some lovely crafts, activities and the chance to buy something unique.

Open from 10am-5pm or thereabouts 24th - 25th September 8th - 9th October 22nd - 23rd October 29th - 30th October

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THE SACKHOUSE - CRAFTS & SALES

Something in the Sackhouse - Individually Hand Crafted for you is a series of events created by some talented local crafters and the Wells Maltings Trust.

Each weekend will have specialised, friendly local crafters with stalls and additional activities or stalls provided by the Wells Maltings Trust.

The Trust will be focusing on the following areas: • Final Designs • Community Banners - Digital and Traditional Tapestry Banners • Community play celebrating the life of Alderman Peel • Oral History - Come and record your local stories • Sculpture Trail of local artists connecting the beach to the town • Sharing your photographs of Wells, having them scanned and added to the Archive or made into postcards to sell for the Trust.

Whether it is one of the activities above, cake stall, coffee and tea or just information about the development and project, come along, meet the team and possibly buy something unique for yourself or as a gift.

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Wells Harbour

Wells Post Office Great place to eat Great place to meet

The Quay, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, NR23 1AH Tel: 01328 710650 Email: info@goldenfleecewells.co.uk Web: goldenfleecewells.co.uk

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• Car Tax Available • Foreign Currency • Access your bank current account • Also, greetings cards, stationery and gifts Station Road, Wells-next-the-Sea, NR23 1AA Tel: 01328 710332 Monday to Saturday 9am - 5.30pm

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ome and stay at our 4-star Holiday Park in an area of outstanding natural beauty, with golden, sandy beaches and woodland walks through the adjacent Nature Reserve. A selection of Caravan Holiday Homes available for hire and sale, including a unit with wheelchair access. All our touring pitches are hard-standing with water and electricity, and some with grey water drainage. Free shower and toilet facilities. Beach huts for hire and for sale. On site shop.

Pinewoods Holiday Park • Beach Road Wells next the Sea • Norfolk NR23 1DR Tel: 01328 710439 • E-mail: holiday@pinewoods.co.uk

www.pinewoods.co.uk

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Artfellows Picture Framers & Art Gallery

Glamping on the North Norfolk coast

Bespoke Framing, Hand Finishing Good Selection of Original Paintings Antique Restoration Exclusive Greetings Cards

5-5a Cattle Market Street, Fakenham, NR21 9AW 01328 862000 | artfellows.co.uk

Mon-Fri 9.00-4.30 Sat 9.00-4.00

2posh2pitch is a small Glamping company on the North Norfolk coast. We have 2 sites for you to choose from, Whitehall Farm in Burnham Thorpe (great for hen parties) and Burnham Breck in Burnham Market (perfect for families). Close to beautiful beaches and with a great list of on site and off site activities, you are sure to find something to please everyone.

Please check out our website for more details

Brancaster Staithe, Norfolk Tel 07879 773382 info@2posh2pitch.co.uk www.2posh2pitch.co.uk

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Now taking bookings for the 2017 Guide

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THE SACKHOUSE - DIRECTORY How to find us... 

Jicklings Yard, Staithe Street, Wells-next-the-Sea NR33 1AU

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Something in the Sackhouse - Directory Booking for Room Hire - 01328 711378 Booking for Tickets & Tourist Information - 01328 710885 Office 1 - East Marine Fleet Montpellier House Office 2 - Social Monkey Lts - 07972 771660 Office 3 - Homes for Wells - 01328 711703 Office 4 - Ray West Builders - 01328 806344 Office 5 - Benedict Marketing - 01328 823883 Office 6 - Trusted Advisor - 08451 802300 Office 7 - Wells Maltings Trust - 01328 711378 / 839000 Meeting Room and Community Room available for Hire

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HOLKHAM

THE VICTORIA

Just a few minutes’ walk from the wide golden sands of Holkham beach, our traditional inn is the perfect base for exploring this beautiful coastline.

Open throughout the day, enjoy a refreshing drink or try our menu offering delicious, locally sourced food, much of it grown and raised here on the Holkham Estate, with an emphasis on freshness, simplicity and value.

The Victoria Inn, Park Road, Holkham, Wells-next-the-Sea, NR23 1RG Telephone: 01328 711008 Email: victoria@holkham.co.uk www.holkham.co.uk/victoria