North Norfolk Living Autumn 2012

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HITCHED! Getting married in wonderful North Norfolk GONE FISHING… Fabulous fishing trips off our coastline AUTUMN INSPIRATION Amanda Loose tempts us with some seasonal retail therapy

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Creake Abbey and all the courtyard shops welcome you this Autumn!

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elcome one and all to the autumn edition of North Norfolk Living, which contains lots of ‘firsts’ for our magazine.

I am very pleased to announce that this is my very first 40-page issue (to go with our increased print run to 15,000!) and I feel very proud that we have managed to grow the magazine in such times of economic turmoil. This has come about mainly due to the unerring support of my lovely advertisers, whom are themselves battling with difficult economic circumstances.

I salute you, bastions of the local economy!

This issue also contains my very first supplement – a feature that will be a regular part of issues in the future.

My first supplement explores the exciting topic of a ‘North Norfolk Wedding’. Little did I know before we started researching this that we had so many top draw, skilled professionals ranging from florists to photographers, venues and venue stylists to caterers and cake makers, dress suppliers and alterers (is that the right word!) to hand made chocolate wedding favours and beautiful vintage wedding cars! North Norfolk really is THE place to get married!

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A guide to local cinema Daniel Loose discovers a North Norfolk jewel at Blue Jacket in Morston Fashion student Lily Pugh goes shopping Local cookery school owner Na Hansell rustles up food to suit your busy lifestyle Raymond Monbiot meets the king of local fish and chips – Marcus French The North Norfolk Veg patch – Trish le Gal muses on organic growing Bush House Garden Service share their top gardening tips for autumn Little Living – Kirstin Crane checks out the kids’ scene!

Amanda Loose has ‘Gone Fishin’ with Norfolk Fishing Trips Medicinal chef Zeljka Wedral shows how choosing the right food can help put some zing back in our lives Frank Watson comments on the

Canaries season so far Motoring journalist Brian Vertigan is pleasantly surprised by the new Fiat Panda

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LOCAL NEWS

A ‘CAT WITH EYES LIKE GOOSEBERRIES’!

Three galleries in Burnham Market are joining forces this October to celebrate the work of artist, author and illustrator, Kathleen Hale. Although perhaps best known for her much loved series of children’s books featuring ‘Orlando – The Marmalade Cat’, “the cat with eyes like two gooseberries”, which will be on sale at The Brazen Head Bookshop and Gallery and Storm Fine Arts, Hale used the proceeds from the nineteen Orlando stories to finance many foreign trips. The landscapes of Portugal, Spain, Italy and closer to home, of Norfolk, will be shown and for sale at The Artmonger, as will previously unseen illustrations for ‘Manda’ and ‘Little White Lamb’, also children’s books

by Hale.

• The joint exhibition runs from 20 October to 4 November. Contact The Artmonger 01328 730370, The Brazen Head Bookshop and Gallery 01328 730700, Storm Fine Arts 01328 730675

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EVENTS AT BRIARFIELDS

Autumn may well be upon us, but North Norfolk is still a buzzing, and Briarfields Hotel, Titchwell is a hive of activity. Whether you’re looking to exercise your body or your mind, check out their exciting events calendar for this season.

First up, on Saturday 20th October at 2.30pm, is the inaugural ‘Bookfest’, supported by Waterstones, King’s Lynn. Local crime writer Jim Kelly will address the audience, including discussing his recent novels, Death’s Door, set just along the coast, and Nightrise, followed by signing copies of his books and a Briarfields’ Posh Afternoon Tea! Hot on the heels of Bookfest comes Briarfields’ second Iyengar Yoga Weekend Retreat with Hannah Lovegrove. Running from 9th to 11th November, guests will also be able to enjoy optional treatments including a range of massages, a cookery demonstration featuring local ingredients, and a walk along the beautiful coastline.

Hannah Lovegrove says: “I think people really do enjoy the combination of going away for a short break, knowing they have the benefit of practising yoga but also they are able to really relax here with good food, good wine and good company. The North Norfolk coastline is seen in so many films, but to be able to visit here is superb.”

Jim Kelly agrees. “Living in Ely means that our nearest stretch of coastline begins at Hunstanton.

Over the years we have had several ‘favourite spots’ – including the café at Old Hunstanton, Brancaster and Gun Hill, Burnham Overy Staithe. I think we’ve walked the whole stretch. We even manage a quick walk on Christmas morning.

“The coast plays a pivotal role in my Shaw and Valentine books and one of the Dryden novels.

My hero, Peter Shaw, lives on the beach just north of Old Hunstanton where his wife runs a café. In Death’s Door, the original crime takes place on a mythical island near Wells-next-the-Sea.” • Tickets for Bookfest £15 per person including a £3 voucher towards the cost of any of Jim’s books. The Yoga Retreat is £300 per person, all inclusive, discounts available for two people sharing a double room, non-participating guests and non-residents.

Briarfields 01485 210742; info@briarfieldshotelnorfolk.co.uk; www.briarfieldshotelnorfolk.co.uk

THE ONE STOP NATURE SHOP ‘TOP TIPS’ FOR LOOKING AFTER BIRDS IN YOUR GARDEN THIS AUTUMN & WINTER • Site your feeder in the open so birds can see any cats approaching, or hang it from a tree.

• We stock a variety of feeders from small hanging feeders to bird feeding stations with hanging hooks, feeders, water dishes and live food trays.

• Some birds like Dunnocks are ground feeders so it’s good to do both if you can. It’s essential to feed regularly.

• Water is important not just for drinking but

also to keep their feathers in shape so they can ‘zip up’ at night and keep warm.

• Seed Mixes and specialist seed mixes are good for any bird.

• Black Sunflower Seeds are one of the best foods as they give so much energy and attract a real variety of birds. They will leave the husks so opt for Sunflower Hearts if you want to avoid a mess.

• If you want to attract birds like Goldfinches,

Siskins and Redpolls pick Nyjer Seed, which needs a special feeder.

• Peanuts and fat balls are a great energy food.

Crush or buy kibbled peanuts in summer to stop young chicks choking.

• Richard also sells locally grown birdseeds from Bintree - The One Stop Nature Shop, Burnham Deepdale, 01485 211 223; www.onestopnature.co.uk 10am – 5pm daily except Christmas Day NORTH NORFOLK LIVING AUTUMN 2012

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LOCAL NEWS

EXPLORING THE CREEKS

BY KAYAK

By Nicholas Rudd Jones

Burnham Overy Staithe is our favourite spot on the Norfolk Coast. Mucking about with boats, taking the walk out to Gun Hill, looking for butterflies in the dunes, crabbing or sandcastling. But the thing we enjoy more than anything is the trip out to the inaccessible Scolt Head Island. A nature reserve with a mile long beach far away from any car park.

But the only way to get there is along the Cockle Path at low tide and watching the time, or relying on the vagaries of the ferry. But now there’s another, simpler way; hiring a kayak from Burnham Overy Staithe boathouse.

There were three of us – me and my two sons – and we hired a double kayak and a single, with buoyancy aids. Costs for the day are modest and the flat-bottomed kayaks give you complete manoeuvrability to explore the creeks and estuaries of this neck of the woods. We set out early and it only took us about half an hour to get to the island. And no-one else was on the beach, just us, and it was a Bank Holiday weekend!

We spend an hour or so exploring the island, and by the time we got back to the beach the crowds had arrived – time to move on and explore some of the creeks.

A thoroughly enjoyable day for all of us; a mini-adventure and certainly meriting a generous portion of fish and chips.

• To reserve a kayak, call ahead Tel: 01328 738348

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TWO GREAT EXHIBITIONS FOR THE PRICE OF ONE! [Couldn’t decide which of these two of my favourite galleries with imminent exhibitions that I should leave out because of the limited space I had to write in, so have written less and included both! Ed] Pinkfoot Gallery High Street, Cley next the Sea Norfolk NR25 7RB 01263 740 947 www.pinkfootgallery.co.uk info@ pinkfootgallery.co.uk Exhibition starting on the 28th October called ‘Seeing The Light’ by Daniel Cole and Rachel Lockwood.

Happy 5th Birthday Grapevine Gallery Overy Road, Burnham Market, Norfolk PE31 8HH 01328 730 125 www.burnhamgrapevine.co.uk One of North Norfolk’s most popular galleries celebrates its 5th Birthday this month. Grapevine Contemporary Arts is marking the occasion with a new exhibition by one of Norfolk’s finest Gerard Stamp. In her introduction to the exhibition, Judi Dench writes, “The peace and tranquillity is overwhelming - they take your breath away.”

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‘THE YURT IS BACK…!

Grab a hold of the leaflet that came with this magazine and check out what’s on offer at the new La Campagna restaurant at the Yurt at Drove Orchards, Thornham. For a start they serve one of the finest breakfasts in the area and are staying open all winter. So come on locals and visitors alike - support them!

(The Haddock Benedict is delicious - Ed)’

COSY KIDS Fakenham children’s clothes designer and manufacturer Immink Kids have just launched their fantastic new Autumn/Winter collection, full of loads of amazingly cosy things for the colder months.

For example, they have produced, out of organic cottons, items such as their denim smock with jersey lining the design of which was inspired by the slops worn traditionally on the North Norfolk coast. You can view the full range of Immink Kids clothes on their website www.imminkkids.com.

Their clothes are also available locally at Bells and Whistles at Drove Orchards in Thornham and also Mini Milou in Apple Yard, Holt.

You can keep up to date with all the latest Immink Kids news on their Facebook page which you can link to straight form their website. To encourage you to visit, they are running a competition on Facebook that when they reach 200 followers they will pick someone at random and the lucky person will receive a £50 voucher.

All the lovely images on the website and Facebook are taken by local photographer Ben Johnson www.shotbyben.com, one of the directors of Immink.

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LOCAL PEOPLE

Press the Button Eroica Mildmay meets Bill Illman, maker of hand-made buttons.

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uttons have been part of our culture as a practical way of keeping our clothes on for centuries, but they are definitely back in the spotlight again with the rise of makedo-and-amend dressmaking and vintage and second-hand clothing markets. Buttons can throw a new fashion curve on old clothes, extravagantly transforming them for very little money. We all need them – and some of us absolutely love them. But only a very few of us still make them by hand in the era of mass production. Bill Illman who was a cabinet maker, and is a member of The Guild of Master Craftsmen, shapes his hand-made buttons out of exquisitely imperfect wood from trees felled by age and weather (and occasionally more exotic foreign off-cuts that would otherwise be discarded.)

This is ground-bound detritus is called ‘sported wood’ due to its marbling from the natural invasions and meanderings of various fungus and beetles. This sort of tight organically produced detail on the limited surface area of a button is perfect, resulting in button collections that are entirely different from each other. Not only are these singular buttons, but they are also about recycling and saving quality wood from forest floor oblivion. The patterning is beautiful, with one range of buttons sporting the patina of leopard fur. Another variable is the wood itself from the white-blonde appearance of Elm right through to the hot peppery tone of Zebrawood. Bill also works with other woods like Apple, Walnut, Oak, Pine, Beech, Cherry and Pear to name just a few.

The earliest known button was discovered in Pakistan and is about 5000 years old. This shell button was more like the toggle with a sister loop (rather than the flatter reinforced buttonholes we are more familiar with, which weren’t invented until the mid-13th century in Europe.) These early buttons were presented as a one-off, similar to, but instead of a brooch as pins caused injury, to secure a cape or

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wrap or similar rather than in the orderly rows we have today. (The orderly rows came into being with the taste for tighter form-fitting garments.) True to human nature, buttons became decorative right from the offset and there are tales of warriors bargaining for their lives with their buttons which their captor showed an interested in. A button for your life.

And, buttons also brightened up lives as in the fabric-rationed days of the Second World War turning a plain and necessarily frugal outfit into a real head-turner. (There was ironically a taste for large statement buttons during that pinched period.)

Buttons have had a tendency to mirror society and throughout history there often seems to be a curious parallel with the financial and political landscape. Buttons will either buck or ride trends and have long had a close association with the presentation of wealth. The Button Makers Guild, formed in France in 1250, produced lavish buttons, but only for the rich.

Laws were passed forbidding the poor from wearing any buttons other than thread or cloth covered ones! Button-mania ensued for years, followed by button calming with the Puritans declaring them as sinful, a sort of Satan’s Tiddlywinks. However this excess still survives in the traditional Cockney Pearly King and Queen

Mother of Pearl button costumes, treasured heirlooms also thought to represent a family’s material worth and status. And, I recently coveted an eye-wateringly expensive button in Liberty’s so it can still be all about exclusivity!

Ouch.

That of course makes it all the nicer to be able to afford a recycled and completely unique hand-made wooden button at a reasonable price as nature intended. Just another version of all the other themes that buttons have reflected throughout history – such art, science, sport, wildlife, fashion, love, war and propaganda, government, famous faces, pop, cartoon figures, royalty, world events and countless other themes. They have come as glamorous, novelty, kitsch and strictly functional items and they have always been produced in all the latest and most popular materials available in any given era. So, when you next look at a simple button, always remember that it has already been everywhere and done everything!

• Bill Illman’s natural buttons can be found in Sheringham at ‘Creative Crafts’ on 01263 823153 or he can be contacted directly for sales enquiries or custom orders on 01263 824923 or 07879 682 467 or on Willian. illman@btinternet.com

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A Crow upon the head of St. Francis, Sheep in Letheringsett ford and yet more dogs – oh, and Adam & Eve well hidden.

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2. Leave it! – this wonderful Spaniel eyes a bumblebee, a limited edition etching of just 25 from artist Guy Allen, See a selection of Guy’s work at Red Dot Gallery in Holt.

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LoCaL Food

THE VICTORIA HOTEL The season may be turning and the geese flying overhead, but there is still plenty to enjoy in North Norfolk, especially on the Holkham Estate.

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fter working up an appetite with an invigorating walk or horse ride on the famous Holkham beach or perhaps enjoying Holkham Hall and its beautiful parkland, head to The Victoria Hotel for roaring fires and a menu packed with local, seasonal produce. You can also catch the last of the autumn sunshine in their sheltered courtyard or gaze over the marshes to the sea from their gardens. Autumn specialities include game and winter treats, and Head Chef, Saurev Kumar has been showcasing these dishes at food events across the county, such as mouth-watering Holkham Estate venison with wild mushrooms.

The menu at The Victoria has evolved over the past year to focus on modern British classics that make the most of local produce and are complemented by the extensive Adnams wine list and wide selection of beer and spirits including the international award winning Adnams Copper House spirits, made in Southwold.

Speaking of Adnams, take a stroll from The Victoria to the Adnams Cellar & Kitchen store in the Old School House, where Sloe Gin is naturally one of the seasonal specialities. There are free beer, wine and spirit tastings every day as well as a selection of Adnams gifts and kitchen essentials. The shop is open seven days a week throughout the year and even offers free local delivery if you purchase more than you can carry!

Along with beautiful beaches, fine parkland and superb shopping, Holkham offers events for everyone; from family fun at Halloween and guided nature walks, to their internationally renowned chamber concerts.

The second exciting series of chamber concerts in Holkham’s magnificent Marble Hall has firmly established this historic property

as one of the premier venues for chamber concerts. The 2012 season has already seen performances by celebrated musicians from around the world including the Signum Quartet, one of Europe’s leading young ensembles, making a special appearance for a captivating live broadcast on BBC Radio 3.

Still to come this season is Ukrainian baritone, Andrei Bondarenko, 2011 winner of the prestigious BBC Cardiff Singer of the World song competition, the Brodowski Quartet, winner of the Royal Overseas League Competition for the best chamber ensemble and Leon McCawley, Beethoven Piano

Competition and Leeds International Piano Competition winner.

To complement Holkham’s 2012 season of Chamber Music in the Marble Hall, they are offering ticket holders the chance to enjoy a one night stay at The Victoria with breakfast at the special rate of £125 per room (based on two people sharing). For further information and to book please call The Victoria on 01328 711008, quoting CMC/VA2012 The special rate is only applicable on the dates of chamber music concerts at Holkham.

• To book a table at The Victoria please call 01328 711008 To book tickets for the Chamber Music Concerts please call 01328 713111 To find out more about events and special offers please visit www.adnams.co.uk or www.holkham.co.uk

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NORFOLK WEDDINGS

covering the coast, Burnham Market, Wells, Holt & surrounding villages

Welcome to ‘North Norfolk Weddings’!

North Norfolk really is the perfect place to ‘tie the knot’!

In the first of our new supplement sections we’ll introduce you to some of the very best local venues, photographers, florists and jewellers and get ‘top wedding tips’ from a soon to be wed, North Norfolk bride!

We’ve really pushed the boat out and have commissioned a photo shoot showcasing some truly wonderful wedding ideas and suppliers.

Our guest chefs will share their wedding food planning tips with you and, on the theme of food – you can win your very own cupcake wedding cake!

North Norfolk – the place to celebrate!

Photo: Paul Macro www.camrovision-photography.co.uk Read more about this talented chap inside!

And thanks to Cley Windmill for the view! www.cleywindmill.co.uk

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NORTH NORFOLK WEDDINGS

Your dream wedding team!

From venues, vintage frocks and stunning flowers, to cool photography and wedding styling, North Norfolk Living has got it covered! Take a look at the wonderful results of our first ever photo shoot opposite and see what our talented team has researched for your stylish North Norfolk wedding!

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ur North Norfolk Living wedding shoot took place in the beautiful walled gardens of one of our premier wedding venues, Titchwell Manor Hotel. The Manor is licensed to hold civil ceremonies, either in the elegant lounge area with views out to sea and log fires in the winter or in the classic conservatory restaurant overlooking the walled gardens. The wedding coordinator is owner Margaret Snaith and they can cater for up to 85 guests. With Chef Eric Snaith (EDP Norfolk Chef of the Year 2012) at the helm in the kitchen your guests will be in for culinary treat.

01485 210221 www.titchwellmanor.com So how do you get the special look that we have captured in our photograph opposite? Jo Griffiths from Vintage Home & Garden in Thornham has just launched Fresh, her new re-styling service. This is not an interior design service she quickly points out! It’s about using muchloved items you own already in your own home, with a new twist. Jo offers a very personal wedding service, working closely with the bride and groom to realise their vision of the perfect day with decoration reflecting their style and taste. Jo specialises in coastal and country themes and has extensive contacts for decoration. She really is a ‘one stop’ shop. She can supply decorations only or style the whole event, happily working with your wedding planner or venue co-ordinators to create your dream day.

Jo also has an enviable collection of props like the taxidermy pheasants in the photo, which are available for hire or sale. Contact Jo on 01485 525714; www.coastandcountryhome.co.uk Flowers play a huge part at most weddings and The White Florist specialise in exquisitely elegant all white arrangements and bouquets using only the freshest lush blooms and foliage. Our photo shoot opposite features several gorgeous examples and also the picture shown left. Their use of the white rose ‘Norma Jean’ is one to look out for – simply stunning! From their studio in East Winch Katie Haydn-Slater and Stephanie Elderkin create fabulous arrangements for all occasions, delivered straight to your door in their distinctive bespoke packaging. They have designed a stunning range of wreaths and table decorations to grace your home this Christmas.

Contact them on 01553 840333 or www.thewhiteflorist.co.uk We love all things vintage and for a wedding dress with a difference, contact Katy Coe at Vintage Deli, in Burnham Market. Katy has a fantastic array of vintage wedding dresses which the bride-to-be can have a ball trying on. Katy herself is dressed as our bride, in a 1970s take on a Victorian style dress. Our lovely bridesmaid, Rebecca Buckman, is wearing a 1960s gold leaf dress (there is a matching jacket) which is available from the Vintage Deli’s Asos Marketplace shop. Contact Katy on 07739892144 or via www.vintagedeli.co.uk.

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Do not worry if your proportions are not vintage, Vin-Stitch (07890 349586) aka Shane Patrick, in Titchwell, is very experienced at altering vintage dresses and works closely with Katy. He calls himself an ‘alterist’!

Shane is also a delight to work with.

Our groom, model and musician Sam Cook, from acoustic band Movements, is dressed by Debonair Hire, based within Amaze Wedding Hire, in King’s Lynn. Holding a wide range of men’s and boy’s formal suits, Debonair Hire offer a mobile service and will visit your home at your convenience, perfect in the busy run up to a wedding. They offer a free consultation, and as well as free delivery and collection of all suits.

Debonair Hire 07824663706, www.debonairhire.co.uk

Jewellers Urban Armour from Burnham Market trusted us enough (bless them!) to loan us the fabulous jewellery that we have used in the shoot; the all-important ring is an 18-carat yellow Gold Fireworks Band scattered with various sized round brilliant cut diamonds set over half the band £3815. The necklace (worn here as a bracelet) is the 18-carat Gold Vermeil Cascade, handset with exquisitely cut cubic Zirconia, £169. Urban Armour offer couples a personal service and find their customers often have an emotional connection to North Norfolk.

Urban Armour 01328 738880 www.urbanarmour.co.uk For a buttonhole with a difference, like the vintage feather design sported by our groom, contact Mystic Magic Masquerade, an online business based in King’s Lynn. For stunning masquerade masks, fabulous fascinators and brilliant button holes check out www.mysticmagiconline.co.uk

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Your dream wedding team! continued

Weddings at Titchwell Manor

Create the wedding of your dreams at Titchwell Manor, a boutique hotel overlooking the stunning North Norfolk coast. Every detail of your special day is agreed personally to ensure your wedding is unique to you; there are no set packages.

Whether yours is a small intimate wedding or a more lavish affair, with our Civil Wedding license we can offer a complete wedding service. Imagine choosing your own bespoke wedding breakfast and wines to match with our Head Chef Eric Titchwell Manor Hotel andSnaith.

Restaurants Coastal boutique Titchwell’s secluded walled gardens, roaring fires hotel serving great food. Dine in the informal Eatinglog Rooms and golden beaches the perfect with nearby its sea view terrace or theprovide Conservatory which backdrop alsophotographs offers Eric’s tasting menu.a magical wedding all year for and ensure round. You can also hold your wedding in exclusive 50% offatthe Eatingwhen Rooms menu splendour Titchwell the only guests present are on Wednesdays throughout November, lunch those near and dear to you.

No group is too small. and dinner, booking essential.

Preplan Christmas menu To your dreamparty wedding call £25 per Titchwell Manor on 01485 210221 or email Margaret@titchwellmanor.com.

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Wedding photographs are a vital part of your memories of your special day, and will be on display for years to come, so it is important to pick a good photographer who is easy to work with and understands that it is your special day.

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ur wedding scene on page 15 was captured by Mike Chivers from Rebel Heart Photography, an experienced photographer who has got wedding shots with a difference down to a fine art, whether you want edgy, cool, bohemian or conventional. And Mike is great at putting the wedding party and their guests at ease. www.rebelheartphotography.co.uk or 07776 136668

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aul Macro from Camrovision Photography is our other definite top tip for a wedding photographer. Regularly working at such wonderful venues as Cley Windmill, Paul’s work graces the front cover of Paul Macro this wedding supplement and can also be seen on his website www.camrovision-photography. co.uk or contact him by email at camrovisionphotography@ virginmedia.com or telephone 07727 644 092.

Paul also took the wonderful photograph on the front cover of this issue of the magazine too.

Clever chap! He is also a person who will put you at your ease and have the whole wedding party laughing!

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Delivering exquisite white bouquets to your Door

www.thewhiteflorist.co.uk 01553 840333

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f you’re looking for a stylish and different way to arrive at your special day with a retro twist, get in touch with Wedding Wheels-next-the-Sea. They have three 1960s wedding cars to choose from. The Hillman Super Minx convertible built in 1964 oozes style and is fiesta blue with a darker blue hood. Or how about the Humber Super Snipe, also built in 1964, with a luxurious interior and an eyecatching exterior with chrome and two-tone blue paintwork.

There’s also the lovely 1966 Hillman Super Minx estate.

Visit www.weddingwheels-next-the-sea.co.uk or ring 01328 821574

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ersonal touches are so important on your big day, and it’s great to give each of your guests a little something.

The Chocolate Deli in Walsingham and Wells-next-the-Sea makes delicious chocolate lolly pops which are perfect as personalised place settings or wedding favours. They are available in white, milk or dark chocolate. Each lolly is handmade and The Chocolate Deli can co-ordinate with your wedding colours.

Contact www.thechocolatedeli.co.uk or ring the Wells store on 01328 710814, Little Walsingham 01328 820100

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f you’re looking for something a bit special in classic and exquisite bone china, cutlery, glassware and white and colour co-ordinated tablecloths and napkins to hire for your special day then check out White China. They offer a hire service in and around North Norfolk, with top quality items hygienically cleaned, packaged and shrink wrapped for immediate use. Tables, seating and kitchenware are also available and they even offer a return dirty service – after all, who is doing the washing up is the last thing you should be thinking about on your special day! If it’s a table setting that’s a cut above the rest that you want, from 15 to 150 then call White China 07734 959872 www.white-china.co.uk.

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Win a Velvet Bakehouse wedding cake!

North Norfolk Living magazine has joined forces with those fabulous bakers at Velvet Bakehouse to bring you the chance to win a gorgeous cupcake wedding cake!

Just answer the question at the bottom of the page and the first correct answer pulled out of the hat on Friday 9th November will be the lucky winner!

“Dear reader As a modern twist on the traditional wedding cake Velvet Bakehouse cupcakes make a wonderful alternative for weddings. We know how much effort, planning and care goes into your special day – so we’ll make sure that our cupcakes play their role beautifully.

The cupcakes can be displayed on a VB Cupcake tower (available for rental), for your guests, this is a feast for the eyes and a mouth-watering treat!

Add a special touch by embossing your initials or event date on our sugar toppers. Or give your guests an unforgettable wedding favour, a VB Cupcake individually wrapped and tied with elegant ribbon.

Good luck!!“ Cassandra and Sean Day Velvet Bakehouse T: 07712 629336 E: lovecake@velvetbakehouse.com W: www.velvetbakehouse.com

The Question: Where did Sean propose to Cassandra?

(A clue: Its so romantic and so North Norfolk! Ed) Email your entry to: lin@ north norfolk living.co.uk or post to: Lin Murray PO Box 208, Stamford Lincs PE9 9FY

Godwick Great Barn a beautiful elizabethan barn set in the stunning norfolk countryside available for weddings, parties and events.

Brand new luxury B & B rooms now available.

www.godwickgreatbarn.com For booking enquiries or a private guided tour please contact info@godwickgreatbarn.com or call us on 07792 127253.

reader offer: Quote code nnLBride for a 5% discount on our wedding packages

“A magical venue for a very special event.

Just imagine the photos!” Thankyou

Tie the knot at Cley Windmill Cley Windmill is a highly sought after venue for wedding ceremonies and small, intimate wedding breakfasts and parties.

It also offers accommodation for up to 20 guests including a delightful suite for bride and groom.

With a full wedding licence, Cley Windmill can seat up to 20 guests for the wedding ceremony. Please call us and we will shape your very special and romantic day around your wishes.

Call 01263 740209

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Cley Windmill, Cley-next-the-Sea, Holt, Norfolk NR25 7RP www.cleywindmill.co.uk

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Urban Armour, The Old Chapel, North Street, Burnham Market, Norfolk, PE31 8HG Tel: 01328 738880 email: info@urbanarmour.co.uk

www.urbanarmour.co.uk

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orth Norfolk has some stunning wedding venues. We’re showcasing three beautiful but very different places, each offering an amazing setting for your special day. Cley Windmill, set right on the North Norfolk coast, boasts stunning views across Cley marshes and coastline, with the opportunity for spectacular photographs on the viewing platform at the top of the mill. www.cleywindmill.co.uk 01263 740209

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or classic elegance, how about Congham Hall, a privately owned Georgian Manor, with stunning gardens, rolling parkland and a famous herb garden, all offering great photo opportunities! And you can hire the 26 bedroom hotel on an exclusive basis. www.conghamhallhotel.co.uk 01485 600250

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verlooking the deserted medieval village of Godwick, 400 year old Godwick Great Barn in the heart of the North Norfolk countryside is Grade II* listed and packed with original architectural features.

The entertaining space can seat up to 200 guests and again offers great photo opportunities – it comes complete with ruins which your guests can be transported to by tractor! www.godwickgreatbarn.com 07792127253 NORTH NORFOLK Living AUTUMN 2012

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Organisation, organisation organisation!

Local businesswoman Tricia Cheney takes time out from putting the finishing touches to her October wedding to share her top organisational tips.

• Chris and I got engaged on the day of the Royal Wedding but didn’t set a date until the beginning of this summer. We then started planning and booked the church and reception venue in May. • My Dad advised me to get a folder with plastic sleeves with sections for all my research. It’s my bible now.

• I have a spreadsheet of everything that needs doing by whom, when and what the cost would be. Have a contingency, as things will cost a bit more. Set a budget even for things like bridesmaids’ shoes.

• Factor in how much time all the meetings and appointments will take.

• Write down things that people who are good at can do to help. My mother-in-law to be has drawn a pen and ink of Castle Rising Church where we’re getting married, for the front of the invitations.

• Do things by recommendation, talk to people locally and look online.

I got ideas from www.norfolkbrides.co.uk. Decide what you like and what you want. It’s your day. Don’t get bogged down in it.

• Book your florist even though you haven’t chosen the flowers. Ask them for ideas.

• Have a tasting menu to choose your food. Build up a relationship with your wedding team so on the day they know you. Our venue is doing everything for us apart from the flower arrangements.

• Don’t get your dress too late. If you’re having it made or ordering it there’s a good 12 week lead time and you have to schedule fittings.

You need your wedding underwear and shoes before you can have your final fitting.

• Leave enough time for your rings to be re-sized if necessary.

• Consider hiring the men’s suits. You go in, get measured, and it’s all sorted.

• If you’re having your hair and make-up done on the day, have a trial beforehand.

• Double check all the printing proofs to make sure there are no errors, and get someone else to check it as well.

• Tricia Cheney runs Christopher William Country at Creake Abbey, North Creake 01328 738983

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Rocks n’ Rubies at Norfolk Lavender, Caley Mill, Heacham, King's Lynn, Norfolk, PE31 7JE Tel: 01485 579 352 for more information.

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Good food!

Good eating surrounded by family and friends is central to any wedding so we’ve asked two of North Norfolk’s best wedding catering chefs to give us their expert advice on how to ‘get it right’.

Alex Firman Parties & Event Catering 07787180400 www.alexchef.co.uk “So, you’ve got the date set, you’ve found the perfect venue, a guest list has been decided upon and you’re ready to send out invites.

But what to feed all of your nearest and dearest, on possibly the biggest day of your life? You like fish but he prefers meat, Auntie is a vegetarian...should we offer a choice? What do we feed the kids? Buffet or plated? Should we give canapés? How many courses? Petit fours... Amuse bouche...why is it called a wedding breakfast, when it’s not a breakfast?! And that’s before we even think about a cake! Choosing the food for your wedding can seem daunting to say the least.

I feel I can comment on the subject, one because myself and my beloved are tying the knot next summer, and are currently deciding on our menu, but also because I’m a wedding chef! I’ve organised and cooked at over 100 weddings, and know a thing or two about feeding big numbers on the big day...From silver service to pit roast lambs, or simple bangers and mash to canapés fit for fairyland.

Here are some useful pointers to ensuring a perfect feast on the day...

Firstly decide on the style. Would you like a relaxed atmosphere, or do you prefer something more formal? I always think it’s a good idea to reflect what you would like in your perfect restaurant. Do you prefer your beef, fillet tartare or with a Yorkies and lashings of gravy?

Is a three-course feast with fine wine your dream, or are you thinking more hog roast and a barn dance?

Decide on your budget. A good chef will try his/her upmost to match your culinary needs without busting the bank. There are always many ways to reduce costs without compromising on quality or flavour.

Choose dishes you know most people will love. Remember there will be people there with all sorts of tastes...Great uncle Stan may not appreciate smoked quails livers with a celeriac foam on a flock of chive cress! Best stick to firm favourites.

A good chef should be able to ‘tweak’ classic dishes to make them interesting and unique to your event.”

MatThew Owsley-Brown from The Owsley-Brown Catering Company 01553 840190 www.owsley-brown.com ‘Conkers’ Common Road West Bilney PE32 1JX “Our clients tend to be very knowledgeable about food. With such interest and importance placed on all things tasty these days, it allows me to be creative while cooking in a tent, in a field with a 10% gradient and a generator spluttering in the background struggling to power our ovens, fridges and who knows what else!

I enjoy the challenge of being able to turn out decent, delicious, home cooked, but uncomplicated grub for two hundred people, because I’m passionate about people coming away from an event and saying the food and service was fab.

BESPOKE CHOCOLATE WEDDING FAVOURS The Chocolate Deli 69 staithe street, wells- next-the-sea, NR23 1AN. 01328 710814 Guild street, Gt Walsingham, NR22 6BU - 01328 820100

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North Norfolk based stylist Jo Griffiths works from her store in Thornham, specialising in private event styling for all budgets.

The Blue Studio, Drove Orchards, Thornham, Norfolk.

PE36 6LS Tel. 01485 525714 www.coastandcountryhome.co.uk

We are finding that people generally want a less formal setting often in a tipi for example, with lots of sharing food using the best seasonal & local ingredients or something a little quirky and different with maybe Moroccan, Spanish or Mexican influences.

We often use our old 1971 VW camper and a mobile oak-fired clay oven, which we tow to wedding venues. Guests love to see the food being cooked right in front of their eyes. We have even taken our authentic tandoori clay oven or raised our own saddleback pig for a clients’ 40th birthday party and cooked it on a proper charcoal fired split roast turned by hand for over 8 hours.

So, feel free to break out from the normal menu – give us a call and explore the possibilities.”

Keith Osborn Photography www.keithosborn.co.uk

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LOCAL BUSINESS

A home, a workshop, a delight!

Daniel Loose finds something a little bit special on the edge of the marsh at Morston - Bluejacket Workshops

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estled at the end of a bumpy dirt track (you don’t need a ‘Chelsea tractor’ to navigate the track) just off ‘the Hard’ at Morston Harbour is Bluejacket Workshop.

An artist’s co-operative made up of five permanent artists, craftsmen and an antiques dealer. This little known gem houses an eclectic mix of art with a love of the North Norfolk coast and landscape being the common thread throughout.

When I met Ned Hamond - the owner, with his wife Roberta - I was immediately welcomed

into their home. And this is what Bluejacket Workshop is first and foremost, the Hamond’s home, and has been for generations.

I don’t really want to attempt to describe what happens at the workshop (and it is a workshop in the literal sense) in case I fail. There are nettles down the driveway (‘cultivated’ to encourage the butterflies, Roberta told me); a tractor, waiting to be fixed because it has a log cutter on the back which will provide the wood to heat the home; and just a fascinating mix of ephemera that sort of

turns this place into a grown ups playground.

The smell of freshly sawn timber, hand planed and carved to become bespoke furniture pieces seeps out of the rustic yet newly built workshop. Flowers and trees blend into the edge of the marsh seamlessly. The sound of nature is overwhelming.

When I left the Hamond’s home I said “I just want to encourage people to come and have a look for themselves”, so that is the sole purpose of this article, go and have a look and let Ned, Roberta or Nick tell you all about this gorgeous little place… you may even get a piece of homemade cake and a cup of tea!

The workshop is open Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays 10-5 or by prior arrangement.

Telephone 01263740144 info@bluejacketworkshop.co.uk

Community Cinema Screen-next-the-Sea wells-cinema-com

Film Programme Autumn 2012 Monday 8 October Monday 22 October Monday 29 October Monday 12 November Monday 26 November Monday 10 December

Coriolanus 15 E Le Havre PG E War Horse (12a) MATINEE ONLY Salmon Fishing in the Yemen 12a M&E Moonrise Kingdom 12a E A Royal Affair 15 M&E

Matinee Performances 2.30pm Evening Performances 7pm Tickets: Kinsleys Shop, Staithe Street or Tel: 07900316606

Syderstone Cinema Saturday 27th October 7.30 pm SALMON FISHING IN THE YEMEN (12A) Adapted from Paul Torday’s hit novel featured on Radio 4, with a dream cast including Kristin ScottThomas, Ewan McGregor and Emily Blunt.

Fisheries scientist Fred is asked by a fishing-obsessed Arab Sheik to do the seemingly impossible – introduce British salmon to the Wadis of the Yemen.

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Saturday 17th November 7.30 pm TORTOISE IN LOVE (12A) A bit of a curiosity, this is a ‘no-budget’ comedy filmed entirely in the Oxfordshire village of Kingston Bagpuize, with all the locals helping with the production in one way or another. Tom, gardener at the big house, is not a fast mover with women. In fact he’s glacially slow.

When beautiful Polish au pair Anya arrives for the summer, Tom falls for her catastrophically. Tom’s adviser in matters of the heart is young Harry, the son of the house. Harry’s secret wish is for the Red

Arrows to appear at the village fair: Tom’s is to win the heart of Anya. Both seem impossible until the whole village decides to lend a hand.

Saturday 18th December 7.30 pm THE WOMAN IN BLACK (12A) A timeless ghost story from Susan Hill’s best-selling novel and the phenomenally successful West End stage production.

Widowed lawyer Arthur Kipps (Daniel Radcliffe) is forced to leave his young son and travel to a remote village to attend to the affairs of the recently deceased owner

of Eel Marsh House. Working alone in the old mansion, Kipps begins to uncover the place’s tragic and tortured secrets and his fears escalate when he discovers that local children have been disappearing under mysterious circumstances.

Venue: Amy Robsart Village Hall, Syderstone PE31 8RX. Start time: 7.30 Advance tickets £3.50 Tel. 01485 578588 and 578171 Email: cinema@syderstone.com

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Fashion sense Eighteen-year-old fashion student, Lily Pugh, hitches a ride on a buying trip with Jeanett from Nelle Clothing, Drove Orchards, Thornham, a boutique fast becoming a ‘must visit’ destination for North Norfolk fashionistas. Here’s what happened.

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his summer I jumped at the chance to accompany boutique owner Jeanett on a buying trip to London to choose pieces for her Spring/ Summer 2013 collection.

After meeting up in London in Oxford Street, we made our way through the buzz making no attempt to contain our excitement, chatting enthusiastically about the day ahead.

Jeanett Pugh, owner of Danish clothes line, Nelle, at Drove Orchards, Thornham boasts a collection perfect for the North Norfolk lifestyle – practical yet stylish. Each season the pieces are hand-picked from a range of established and well-known Danish designers.

And this is Jeanett’s unique selling point – a dedication to her Danish heritage. Our first appointment of the day was with the UK agent, Sofia Strazzanto, of Ilse Jacobsen, Hornbaek.

Only when Sofia started to show us the huge range of boots and rain coats from the “Rub” and “Rain” collections did I realise how this really was no quick and simple task. When people enter a shop they take for granted the collection that they are viewing. However, after my day with Jeanett this is something I won’t do again. For many, the decision whether you stock the popular handmade wellies, made from 100% natural rubber in grey or dark ash, seems very trivial, let alone whether they are long, short, laced, buckled or even if they have a contrasting coloured sole. It may be surprising but such intricate details can have a remarkable effect on the success of a shop looking for a fresh approach. Having always had a foot in the fashion industry, Jeanett’s personal style is far from bland; therefore understanding exactly who her customers would be was vital from the start. After our buying trip together it was clear that if Jeanett could have her way,

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her shop would be a treasure trove of quirky exquisite finds and boots and coats in cotton candy colours. But being the owner of a shop or clothing brand does not mean that your style mirrors that of your customers. We both had to put our personal predilections and desires aside and attempt to choose the appropriate colours and styles for the North Norfolk way of life.

If you want the inside track on what’s hot next season, then simply think, sweets, when working out your Spring/Summer colour palette. Confectionary and all things yummy sprung to mind as we chose from the delicious selection of boots. An over-whelming feeling of frustration induced nostalgic memories for me, of when I would find myself standing in front of a pick and mix counter struggling to choose from the impossibly large selection of sweets! The Parma Violet purple and pear drop pink were just two of my many favourites, not forgetting the jet black wellies with bright popping soles evocative of a liquorice Catherine wheel. Although for Jeanett and I these were some of our favoured colours, it didn’t mean they were to be the ones we would be ordering.

I can reveal a taster of Nelle’s Spring/ Summer 13 collection which is that Jeanett has again gone for on-trend but practical pieces – perfect for her North Norfolk clientele, which is what makes Nelle such a promising brand.

Jeanett has succeeded in putting together a collection that is wearable and practical yet also stylish, encompassing the characteristic Danish simplicity and effortless style that makes Scandinavian fashion renowned for its sophistication.

This sophistication is epitomized by the clothing we viewed in our second appointment.

S’NOB de NOBLESSE is known for its no-fuss

silhouettes, and sharp tailoring resulting in an edgy and slightly grungy look.

The brand is so popular due to its versatility, many of the clothes are ideal for a day in the office or it makes for an elegant evening look with its elongated tops. Whether you’re looking for something to brave the elements for walks on the beach or a trendy night out, Jeanett’s got it covered. • Nelle Clothing, The Old Apple Store, Drove Orchards, Thornham 07990593750; email@nelle-dk.co.uk

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WEDDINGS at Burghley House THE REGION’S FINEST DESIGNER WEDDING SHOW

November 4th

10am - 4.30pm

Professional Catwalk Show featuring Bridal, Mother of the Bride, Groom, Pageboy, Bridesmaids and Wedding Guest.

Main catwalk show will run at 10.30am, 12.30pm, 2pm & 3.30pm Preview & Designer interviews running in-between the main catwalk shows – come and meet the UK’s top designers SAMANTHA DICKINSON – Vintage Jewellery Designer KATE HALFPENNY, BOND STREET, LONDON – Famous for Vintage & Classical bridal designs SASSI HOLFORD – British bridal designer TERRY FOX – Couture bridal designer MARTIN CHARLES COUTURE – fabulous regional designer based in Oundle.

RACHEL SIMPSON – one of the UK’s top shoe designers AOIFE HANNAN – celebrated Irish milliner

SHOW VIDEO ON WWW.ESSENTIALMEDIAEVENTS.CO.UK TO SEE HOW STUNNING THIS WEDDING EVENT TRULY IS.

To purchase tickets (£5 per ticket, 4 for 3 if booked in advance, or £6 on the day) please book online with www.burghley.co.uk or www.essentialmediaevents.co.uk or by telephoning 01780 765320

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Stunning goody bags for the 1st 500 registered brides Glass of bubbly & canapés at catwalk show 95 exquisite hand picked exhibitors Classical firework display to close show

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FOOD & DRINK

Lifestyle cookery with ‘sludge’!

We asked owner of Na Hansell’s Lifestyle Cookery School in Sculthope, Naomi Hansell to come up with some autumn answers for that age old question… ‘What do you fancy for supper?’

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ow do you plan ahead but still make the most of local ingredients? My answer is to resort to a few staple ‘sludges’; delicious sauces cum dressings that are speedy to make, packed with flavour and generally come from store cupboard ingredients.

My autumn ‘sludge’ is Chermoula, a Moroccan-inspired thick dressing, served at room temperature with all sorts of fish, meat and even roasted vegetables.

Chermoula Olive oil Juice of one lemon A clove of garlic 1 1/2 tsp Ground cumin 1 1/2 tsp Paprika A hefty pinch of saffron 1 tsp salt A few grinds of black pepper A couple of handfuls of fresh coriander • By hand, crush the garlic then whisk in all the other ingredients. Then blitz to a sludge consistency with a blender or food processor.

• Add more salt if you’ve been a bit half-

hearted. If it’s thicker than you would like, add more lemon juice.

• One of my favourite uses for Chermoula is with north Norfolk grey mullet from Burnham Overy Staithe: • Score the skin in three or four places which stops the fish curling up in the pan. Heat a non-stick frying or sauté pan and cook the fillets skin side down for three to four minutes without moving then turn over and cook for another three minutes, or pop into a hot oven for the same time to finish cooking.

• Serve with a good spoonful of Chermoula over the fish, new potatoes, a green salad, a sprinkling of fresh herbs and a pinch or two of sea salt.

Chermoula Chicken – 2 ways 1. Baked - smear some breasts with a little Chermoula (use one teaspoon per piece of chicken), bake in a hot oven (200C, gas 6) for 20 - 30 mins, then serve with more sludge spooned over.

2. Chargrill - flatten breast fillets. Cook on a hot grill pan for 5 mins each side then serve with Chermoula and salad, or in some toasted sourdough bread with rocket or watercress.

• Na Hansell Lifestyle Cookery Limited 07766 578656 / 01328 862505 www.nahansell.co.uk

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PEOPLE

King of the fryers!

Raymond Monbiot talks to Marcus French of the famous French’s Fish and Chip Shop on the Quayside at Wells

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ish and chips, described by Winston Churchill as ‘Good Companions’ have been together for 150 years. We consume 300 million portions a year of this truly British favourite, despite the more recent invasion of burgers and fries, kebabs, pizzas, Chinese and Indian meals.

The industry employs 60,000 people, has 11,000 shops and uses 10% of the nation’s potato crop.

Significantly it is an industry of individual operators, who are dedicated to quality, tradition and local taste.

Marcus French is one of the most respected providers of fish and chips in Britain centred on his shop in Wells next the Sea. The business was started by his grandfather soon after the First World War with a shop in Wells opposite Barclays Bank. At the time there were 13 butchers shops in Wells and 12 wet fish shops. These supplied many a handcart selling ‘alive alive O! through the streets.

With calls such as ‘mackerel 24 a shilling’. When the customer complained at receiving only 20 he was assured that the cry was ‘20 for a shilling’.

“My grandfather wanted to even up the score with the butchers shops and opened the 13th fish shop. In 1923 he moved the business to its present site on the quay where an added attraction is to sit on the wall outside and enjoy the freshly fried fish and chips. Interestingly many sit with their backs to the sea, accompanied by hungry or greedily hopeful ducks, and look upon French’s shop. This has more to do with the drop on the seaward side of the wall than the landward attractions of Wells congenial as they may be.

“Before the union of fish with chips in the 1860s fried fish was typically off cuts of uncertain size, date and wholesomeness by wet fish mongers to use up their trimmings and surplus. Hygiene conditions were often appalling and the fish was passed with dirty hands in the process of supplying customers who rummaged for the best available cuts. Batter was used as a defensive shell and discarded as is an egg shell, before the fish was eaten. However as conditions improved customers found that the batter was good to eat and it became an integral part of the fried fish offering. The simplicity of the ingredients for a fish and chip meal served the industry well. Fish, potato, flour, water and cooking fat – beef

dripping preferred at least in London before the availability of vegetable oil.

These ingredients were available to all in this sea surrounded island and relatively easy to prepare well.

In the Second World War Lord Woolton refused to ration fish and chips as it was an essential source of nourishment for the beleaguered population which Hitler could not blockade.

“The favourite fish for frying are cod, haddock ( particularly in Scotland) and plaice . The fixation on the decline of cod is misleading. It is true that the Atlantic cod is over fished but this accounts only for 4% of the total consumed.

There are masses of cod further afield.

There are 21,000 types of fish and shellfish in the world and over 100 different species available for human consumption.

Freezing freshly caught fish at sea has done much to assure availability and quality. Another challenge is to supply packaging which can transfer the cooked fish from fryer to consumption with minimum deterioration. While white paper and newspaper are still in use there have been progressive restrictions at newsprint coming into contact with food – not to mention customers’ more sophisticated expectations. We are using white boxes made from sugar cane material which are bio degradable if soaked after use in water. “ It is important to get the ambience of the shop right. If it is too near the décor of a restaurant customers expectations are confounded. Yet if it is not sophisticated enough it won’t attract regular customers. Above all the shop has to be clean and wholesome but tolerant to customers in sand shoes straight from the beach.

“Much is due to the staff. Alan our manager has been with us for 20 years and our cleaner Barbara who keeps the shop so special for 40 years.”

Marcus and his wife Annette have two daughters one of whom helps in the shop. He says they go on holiday each year to wherever Annette tells him. Marcus does not like committees, nevertheless he is active in the community on such projects as affordable housing for key workers in the town so they can live locally through ‘Homes for Wells’.

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GARDENING

Musings on organic growing... with Trish le Gal

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hat, precisely, does growing organically mean? Thinking big, it means gardening at one with the environment and the planet – but we all like to think we do, don’t we?

Not using artificial fertilisers and sprays is a good start. It is a big temptation to whip out the Growmore if the veg looks like it might need a boost, and load up the sprayer if blight is predicted, or the (neighbour’s) weeds look threatening. And what are we expected to do about aphids after all?

The full meaning of growing organically has crept up on me. Seeing to the health of the soil has assumed paramount importance. Recognising when it needs more muck and/or compost comes with the history of what has gone on before in that place. Knowing when it’s time to condition the soil with green manures (crops planted to dig in and rot down), to encourage worms, good drainage and

the retention of minerals and trace element, is another one that is quite hard to grasp.

Physical barriers (fleece, enviromesh) do more than just protect our harvest.

They lessen the opportunity that ‘nasties’ (cabbage and carrot root fly, for example) have to multiply. These species go back to the wild instead of hanging out in our gardens.

Another thing, I’ve realised only recently, is the benefit of letting a few things (leeks, carrots, parsley, herbs) go to flower and seed. I used to worry that they were draining the soil of goodness, but insects attracted to these plants include predators on aphids that feast on tender young growth. Sometimes I

let things grow on just to see what happens, to observe natural cycles. They may take two or three years to settle down, as we tend to plant early or late, and initial self-seeding may result in plants that rush early to flower. I had a climbing French bean that seeded itself appropriately this year and that’s a first.

It is tough being organic to start with, but very rewarding. Good luck with your efforts to get in tune with the universe!

Any gardening queries can be directed to Trish through her website at www.growyourownbooks.co.uk

10 Top Tips for your autumn garden

We asked those busy people at Bush House Gardens Services to share some of their gardening secrets with our readers and this is what they said

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Check on your spring flowering bulbs and, any that are overcrowded, dig up and separate into smaller clumps and replant.

Prune back roses and tie in any climbers.

Sow perennial seeds under glass and plant out any established perennial plants.

Time to scarify lawns to clear out the old thatch and give them an Autumn feed.

Prepare pots and ground for bulb planting. Take time to plan your colour scheme before just grabbing what’s on offer. Don’t plant out until early October though.

Plant shrubs, trees and hedging now.

This helps to establish them while the soil is still warm.

Finish off any hedge cutting especially Yew and conifer.

Don’t neglect the grass cutting and weeding – it’s still mild enough for them to grow a lot.

Net over your pond to avoid the autumn leaf drop.

Last but NOT least. Give the greenhouse and shed a really good clean out. This helps to deter pests next year!

For experienced and reliable help with your garden give them a call! bushhousegardens@aol.com 01362 822185/07786 224717

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KIDS STUFF

LIVING

Summer may have been short-lived but the arrival of Autumn brings with it a nostalgic crispness to the air, the smell of fireworks, the sound of dry leaves under your wellies and some seriously spooky adventures as Kirstin Crane investigates!

A Cackling Creative Workshop

Cromer Museum If the weather takes a turn for the worst over half term then grab your broomstick and fly down to Cromer Museum where you can make fun spooky items in their creative workshop.

• Tuesday 30th October.

10.30am-1pm & 2pm-4pm.

Price included in museum admission price - Adult £3.50, Child £2.00

Natural Harvest

Sculthorpe Moor The Hawk and Owl Trust at Sculthorpe Moor set up their Kestrel Club for children under 12 years old interested in learning more about birds of prey and other wildlife. Join them for this October meet where kids can set off exploring the reserve and investigating the Autumn nuts and seeds they find along the way.

• Wednesday 31st October 2-4pm. £2.50 per child. (under 8’s must be accompanied by an adult). Please book in advance.

Tel. 01328 856788

Fairy Fair Halloween Spooky Halloween Trail

Sheringham Park Don your coat and wellies and follow the self guided Spooky Halloween Trail in the heart of leafy Sheringham Park. Keep your eye out for all things ghoulish and if you dare finish the trail you will receive a Halloween treat.

• 27th October to 4th November 10am-4.15, Sheringham Park, Upper Sheringham, NR26 8TL. £2 per child (includes prize)

Acorn Events

Kelling Heath Acorn Events at Kelling Heath offers families the chance to meet new friends whilst learning about the environment and the wildlife that lives there. Over October Half term they have a programme of daily seasonal activities. Wrap up warm for autumn wildlife rambles and storytelling walks, try your hand at falconry and go foraging for fungi. Follow the scavenger hunt, carve a pumpkin get creative in their craft sessions and then join in their Halloween fancy dress party.

• Sat 27th October to Friday 2nd November, Kelling Heath, Weybourne, Holt NR25 7HW. For a full programme of daily activities go to www.kellingheath.co.uk or call 01263 588 181

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Holt Hall Norfolk charity The Fairyland Trust returns once again to Holt Hall this October with the “The Real Halloween” celebrating all that is magical about Halloween and late autumn. Throughout the weekend, children can take part in the ever popular workshops including, Witches Pets, Wizard Shields and Magic Potions and of course carve a pumpkin to take home. Other activities include lantern and shaker making, the witches’ kitchen, pixie post office and face painting. Families can also try their luck at Wizard Games with Sugar Beer Shot Putt, Vegetaboules, Broomstick Javelin, Apple Bobbing and more. Each day the event ends with a magical, lantern lit trail through the woods where the story of Real Halloween is told by candlelight. Fire braziers, music from The Vagaband, storytelling, shows, craft market, food stalls and beer tent selling local real ale and mulled cider for the grown-ups all add to this unique family event.

• Saturday 27th October 12.30-6pm & Sunday 28th October 11.30-5pm. Holt Hall, Holt, Norfolk, NR25 7DU. Entrance tickets £4.50 in advance from www.fairylandtrust.org or £6 on the day.

Under 3’s free. Bookable workshops and other activities between £2-£5

BOOK AHEAD FOR CHRISTMAS...

Santa’s Magical Journey Thursford It may be a long time till Christmas but don’t miss out on a real treat by booking tickets ahead of time to visit Father Christmas in the magical setting of Thursford this Christmas. Your journey takes you past the penguins, polar bears, busy elves, and the snowman family but watch out for the snowballs before you make your way though the magical forest to reach Santa’s House where you meet the man himself and all his gifts for all the Children that come visit.

• Opens: 17th, 18th, 24th & 25th November 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th - 23rd December.

All tickets must be pre-booked, with journey times every half hour from 9.30am - 6pm.

Booking can now be made online www.thursford.com or call the booking office on 01328 878477. Adults £9 Children £15 (includes a present)

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shing Tr i F k l o ips rf o N Sea fishing at its best!

Come Aboard Our Luxury 12 meter catamaran and experience some excellent off shore sea fishing!

We have 10 fishing stations with bait, rods, reels and tackle included.

Plus on our longer trips your Skipper turns into a talented Chef and will prepare you a delicious lunch.

info@NorfolkFishingTrips.co.uk 01485 517610 Monday-Friday www.norfolkfishingtrips.co.uk

Minutes from sandy beaches, in the pretty coastal village of Thornham, enjoy a pot of hot steaming mussels , while sitting by the roaring log fire in the history soaked bar.

Choose from the new menu in the conservatory or the restaurant.

All stunningly re-furbished

by Marco Pierre White.

Titchwell Manor Hotel and Restaurants

Coastal boutique hotel serving great food. Dine in the Titchwell Eating ManorRooms Hotel and Restaurants informal with its sea viewCoastal terraceboutique or the hotel serving great food. Dine in the informal Eating Rooms Conservatory which also offers Head Chef Eric Snaith’s with its sea view terrace or the Conservatory which Conversation Menu. also offers Eric’s tasting menu.

We have 13 bedrooms, some of which have wonderful views out to the sea and have been recently refurbished.

See our website for rates and special offers.

Dogs and muddy boots welcome!

A stones throw from Thornham Harbour and stunning beaches, this recently renovated coaching inn offers a delicious new menu of locally caught fish dishes, pizzas, pies, and much more.

Stay in one of our 12 warm and inviting bedrooms.

Family friendly, the children’s menu will tempt even the fussiest toddler .

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ACTIVITIES

Gone fishin’!

Amanda Loose checks out a great value sea fishing experience with Norfolk Fishing Trips. Brilliant Christmas present idea!

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s the nights draw in and winter beckons, it’s really rather cheering to start planning your next North Norfolk summer. A ‘must do’ for expert and would be fishermen or fisherwomen, is to book in with Norfolk Fishing Trips for a day or tide fishing out of Brancaster Staithe harbour, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Not only can you enjoy some fine fishing, but the delicious food served on board to boot.

Norfolk Fishing Trips was set up by Adam Wright, a head chef in local hotels for most of his working life, who also has a love of fishing.

Adam, who comes from a long line of local fishermen, has been fishing on the North Norfolk coast since he was a boy, and started Norfolk Fishing Trips to bring together his love of food (more of which later) and fishing for rather a unique day out.

“We have managed to combine our passions of food and fishing while doing it all a stone’s throw from home off the beautiful North Norfolk coast,” says Adam.

On arrival at Brancaster Staithe, you’ll have a ten minute ferry ride down the harbour, a chance to enjoy the stunning scenery and wildlife on the unspoilt marshes and beaches, to board their 12 metre luxury catamaran, Katie Louise. Custom built for Norfolk Fishing Trips

by Gemini Workboats in 2006, Katie Louise has 10 fishing stations, a spacious wheelhouse and galley.

You’ll then be transported past Scolt Head island and out to Brancaster Bay and beyond for your fishing experience – either a day trip of 8.5 hours, or a tide trip of around 3.5 hours by Chris King and Robin Southerland. Like Adam they are both are local boys

with a passion for fishing and good food.

Adam and Chris have known each other for 18 years, and worked together at the Lifeboat Inn, in Thornham. When Adam set up Tidal Transit with Leo Hambro, which provides access, transport and crew transfer services to industries in the North Sea, he needed to spend more time on this new venture, so got chatting to Chris about needing someone to take over the Fishing Trips. The rest is history, and Chris, a chef specialising in local produce and seafood rustles up the delicious meals served on board Katie Louise. Possible mouth-watering menus can include Oyster Rarebit and Thornham Fish Pie. Robin, an experienced shore fisherman, has known Chris since their school days and they have now been working together for nine months. Katie Louise is about to take up her winter quarters at Lowestoft Marina, so the team can maximise daylight hours without being restricted by the tide, but she will be back in North Norfolk in April.

• Book online at www.norfolkfishingtrips.co.uk or by phone 01485 517610

Prices (including equipment) • 8.5 hours fishing from Brancaster Staithe for Tope, Mackerel and Bass with buffet lunch £85 • 3.5 hours fishing from Brancaster Staithe for Mackerel and Bass £35 • 4 hours father/son or novice winter cod fishing £40 per person from Lowestoft • 6 hours winter cod fishing including roast dinner £65 from Lowestoft Gift vouchers are available – great for a different Christmas or birthday present

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

Eating for health and vitality

Feeling constantly tired? Want to leap out of bed in the morning with rekindled vigour? In another of our in-depth health and beauty features North Norfolk nutritional therapist and medicinal chef Zeljka Wedral helps us understand how e are working longer hours than ever choosing the right food can Energy boosting soup trying to manage family life and careers, help put some zing back in so it’s no wonder that more and more of us 3 tablespoons of oats use quick-fix energy boosters like caffeine to 3 tablespoons of red lentils our lives

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get through the day. However, continuously doing this for longer periods of time can create many stresses on our bodies, which will eventually result in various health problems such as adrenal fatigue. This can leave us depressed or constantly tired and exhausted with sleeping problems and mood swings.

A balanced diet, tailored to your individual needs and preferences can produce results in a short period of time. The right combination of proteins, non-refined carbohydrates in addition to a daily intake of fruits and vegetables is vital. Avoiding caffeine, alcohol and refined sugars and eating foods rich in magnesium, zinc and vitamins B, C and potassium will increase energy levels. We should eat more green, leafy vegetables and herbs like spinach and kale etc.

The use of ‘hot’ spices such as ginger, cinnamon, mustard, horseradish and chilli peppers will help increasing the blood circulation, which is quite often reduced in a fatigued person.

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100 grams of fresh asparagus 200 grams of fresh broccoli 1 small leek 1/2 red chilli pepper 2 cloves of garlic 1 small sweet potato 1 organic, yeast free stock cube Handful of fresh parsley 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil Preparation: Boil oats and lentils in one litre of water for 15 minutes. Wash and chop vegetables and herbs, add to the pan. Simmer for further 25 mins. Blend to a smooth, thick soup. Season to taste.

• Zeljka Wedral, BA, SAC dip. MICHT, Ph Tech Zeljka is available by appointment in her office at Burnham Market, Sheringham or Norwich 07828 125177 zeljka@talktalk.com

As Norwich City’s new managerial team endures a frustrating beginning Frank Watson suggests that there is

Patience Required V

isitors to Norfolk often comment on the slower pace of life they notice, suggesting that those of us who live here are perhaps more relaxed and less rushed than the inhabitants of many other parts of the UK. Though such an approach seems unlikely to bring success in the world of professional football where pace is such a priceless asset, in one respect, at least, being unhurried might prove beneficial for supporters of Norwich City.

Manager Chris Hughton has brought in new staff, new players and new ideas. It inevitably takes time for a regime to bed in, for existing players to get to know their new coaches and recent signings their team-mates, for patterns to develop, partnerships to form and thus confidence to build. It is rare for any club which has seen the level of off-field change witnessed at Carrow Road over the summer to build seamlessly on previous achievements.

Viewed in this light City’s sluggish start to the current campaign which has seen them lose one and draw three of their opening Premier League matches is no cause for panic; the fact that they probably should have won at least two of those games is frustrating rather

than alarming. It is true that the first win cannot come soon enough but the Canary faithful need to demonstrate some patience.

Talisman Grant Holt, recently tied to a new contract, has yet to rediscover last season’s form but there have been many encouraging aspects to early performances.

Sebastien Bassong and Leon Barnett look a strong centre-back pairing, Javier Garrido shows class at left back and Robert Snodgrass, yet another signing from Leeds, has been outstanding. Though goals have been in short supply, barring the opening day disaster at Fulham there has been a much more solid look

to City’s backline.

Strangely enough the club is one point better off than at the same stage last season – and as any Norfolk resident will tell you, a football season, like life itself, is a marathon not a sprint!

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MOTORING

FIAT Panda 1.3 POP

When a car averages more than 70 mpg, it is really very difficult to criticise it, says motoring journalist Brian Vertigan. When parked outside the Hoste Arms in Burnham Market, the FIAT PANDA 1.3 Pop Multijet 75hp was certainly in a class of its own!

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was behind the wheel for a week of the new Fiat Panda, a delightful five door, five seat (as long as the passengers are not too big) family saloon.

Built in Naples this is only the second all-new Panda since 1980. This latest version, like the original, is short and boxy and you sit high up in it. But unlike the Fiat 500 it is much roomier and the big rear hatch door gives good access and a reasonable amount of luggage space – well at least enough for a week’s supermarket shopping.

The outside of the car reflects its very spirit – functional, solid, and intelligent. It is designed from the interior outwards, with a functional and useful dashboard, making a virtue of the hard plastic it is made from. There’s a convenient high-mounted gear stick, although I am not sure about the new space-saving handbrake lever which actually resembles a mouse. Perhaps I would have got used to it in

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time.

When a manufacturer sends a press car for testing, it is usually a top of the range model fitted with every conceivable extra, but not this time. Instead I was given the base ‘Pop’ model, and although it was quite basic, it still included four airbags, electric power steering, electric front windows, manual central locking, and radio with a CD and MP3 player with four speakers and front head restraints with an antiwhiplash system.

There was of course a whole list of optional items and top of my list would be a height adjustable driver’s seat (£50), manual air conditioning (£525), and a space saver spare wheel (£50. I do hate those tyre puncture repair kits.

The ‘on the road’ base price for this car was £11,100, so even with my essential ‘extras’ the car would cost under £12,000. There are other versions with different engines and levels of

trim starting from £8,900 rising to £12,315. ‘ But back to the car’s performance. True it is no sports car. There is a hint of understeer on the road, but it grips the road well and deals with the bumpy English roads we now have to put up with. It has a posted top speed of 104 mph and acceleration to 60 mph is 12.8 seconds – but probably not if the car is fully loaded.

To reduce consumption and pollution even further it has as standard a Start&Stop system which stops the engine when standing at lights or a jam and starts it again instantly when you want to set off.

The on board computer told me I had averaged 75 mpg – and the delivery driver who brought the car to me apparently achieved 80mpg, which certainly none of the rather large and expensive saloons that can be seen in Burnham Market could ever achieve. As I said at the beginning, this is not a car to criticise. Only time will tell how reliable and well built it is

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