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The kids are back at school and the summer is becoming a distant memory as we look towards the final months of 2015, as we do so here is issue 29.

It's been quite a summer for the GoGo Dragons and sadly we have to say farewell to our summer guests on Saturday 5th September, however they can be seen one final time from the 27th - 30th September at The Forum. Culminating in the auction of the dragons on 1st October.

This issue we have an exclusive interview with Norwich City Football Clubs Chief Executive David McNally on his work at The base in Norwich, David plays a vital role as a trustee at this wonderful charity.

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CONTRIBUTORS We also have an interesting interview with the charismatic Edward Couzens Lake as well as an historic look at RNLI in Norfolk written by Edward also.

We hope you enjoy Issue 29.

Alex Wiseman, Edward Couzens-Lake, Jessie Quick, Keri Beevis, Mark King, Paul Kirk, Patrick Arundell, Sharon Piggin, Susan Leigh, Tim Barnes-Clay.

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Thought Of The Month

By Alex Wiseman

I wonder if we realise that we are doing this, but every year we have the same conversation with our friends and family about the weather. It’s always the same when we get to about May it's "oh isn't it lovely that we have long summery evenings" and then we hit August and suddenly we are upset with the shorter evenings. I must say I think I forget that it’s going to happen every year because it always comes as a bit of a surprise to me.

Anyway I love winter me, quality drama on TV and lovely roasts on a Sunday. And yes I am only 23 and you can't change me like the seasons change.

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PLANTING YOUR TULIP BULBS

ICENI INTERVIEWS

Five Top Tips!

David McNally

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MOTORING REVIEW New Hyundai Tucson

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HOW TO VINE...

Like A Boss

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Swagger & Jacks The Revival Of...

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Iceni News Can You Help???

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Norwich’s Lifeboat Many People Will Be...

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Fosters Solicitors Popular Q&A's

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Iceni Columnist Keri Beevis & Mark King

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Oyez! Oyez! Oyez!

My Name Is Mike Wabe

Planting Your Tulip Bulbs Five Top Tips!

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Iceni Interviews David McNally

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Happy Birthday Colin The Caterpillar

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Magnificent Obsessions: The Artist As Collector...

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EEA East of England Apprentices

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Motoring Review New Hyundai Tucson

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Are You Struggling...

Post-Holiday Blues?

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Tribute Photoshoot After Hearing The Sad News...

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Iceni Interviews Edward Couzens-Lake

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New Business Launch: Businesshub To Help...

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St Stephen's Underpass Review

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Competition WIN A Signed Book

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How To Vine...

Like A Boss

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Animal Lovers Unite For National Wetnose Day

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Nova Silver Autumn Is Drawing Near

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Competition WIN A Vintage Rose Birdcage

Iceni - Book Review Wednesday’s Child

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SWAGGER & JACKS

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“The Revival Of The Double Edged Safety Razor” At Swagger & Jacks we know how to combine traditional men’s grooming with a bit of modern swagger, which is why we’re enjoying the revival of the Double Edge Safety razors.

These razors are great because they not only let you achieve the ultimate shave in your own home, but learning the techniques of how to use one is both rewarding and satisfying.

We think these razors are so good that we have crafted our own range of professional shaving tools to include our Classic Double-Edge Safety Razors, which are based on the original design created in the 1890s; more than 100 years on and it is still the shaving purist’s razor of choice. The Classic Double-Edge Safety Razors are available in both Long Horn and Ivory colours at £40, or they can be purchased as part of our Classic Shaving Set for £95.

If you’re looking to see the benefits of using these razors with a professional shave first, head to our gentlemen’s grooming barbershop at 6 St Benedicts Street, Norwich where you will see how we effortlessly blend classic, vintage inspired elegance with cool, contemporary styling.

We are a proudly British company and all our shaving tools are designed by master barbers and made in Sheffield.

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Over the years our customers have often asked us questions about the Double Edged Razor, here are some of the most common enquiries: What is a Double Edged Razor?

Double Edged Safety Razors utilise a flat stainless steel blade, sharpened on both edges, and offer a precise single cutting action equal to that of a cutthroat razor. The smooth, well-weighted handle is comfortable in the hand, making the razor precise and easy and to use.

Why use a Double Edged Safety Razor?

Closeness of Shave: The blades provider a closer and smoother shave than their multi-blade counterparts, and are better suited to sensitive skins and coarser beards whereas multi-blades can be more aggressive and drag on the skin.

Better Shaving Access: The blades’ slimmer design enables improved access and removal of hair in those tough to reach areas, like under the nose and neck crevices. They are well suited to lining the edges of beards and moustaches with their fixed straight heads.

Affordability: Replacement razor blades are more affordable than the current multi-blade razors and with each blade having two sides extends the lifespan. Even platinum coated razor blades, considered to be the premium choice for coarse beards and sensitive skins will outlast multi-blade razors giving comfort with each stroke.

How do I use a Double Edged Safety Razor?

No Pressure: Double Edged Safety razors are not designed to be pressed into the beard or skin. Instead, using the weight of the razor, gently glide across the face with the lightest of pressure, this will easily remove stubborn stubble without drag or irritation to the skin.

Change the Angle: Safety Razors easily glide across the beard with the blades preset to the optimum shaving angle and the curved head fits smoothly under the neck area. Shaving should commence slowly and carefully with short, light strokes in the direction of hair growth.

Stretch the Skin: Double Edged Razors do their best work on skin that is held taught. So, when taking passes on the neck and cheeks use your free hand to stretch the skin to make a flat surface.

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A Free travel size Swagger & Jacks Classic Shave Cream with any purchase from our Range of Shaving Tools from our Online Shop at www.swaggerandjacks.com valid until 30 September 2015.

The Swagger & Jacks Gentlemen’s Grooming Range is available online at www.swaggerandjacks.com, our Barbershop at 6 St Benedicts Street, Norwich and selected Department Stores.

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Popular Q&A from Fosters Solicitors Q - Can you please explain tenants in common - the implications of it down the line ie remarries - what happens to your half?

A - This question relates to the two possible ways of owning property jointly with another person.

Joint Tenants If you own your property jointly with another person as a ‘joint tenant’, you are each regarded as having an undivided share in the whole property. This means that the property will pass automatically to the surviving joint owner if one of your dies rather than according to the terms of that person’s Will. If you do not want this to happen you must change the way in which you co-own the property.

Tenants in common Property may also be owned jointly with another person as ‘tenants in common’. People often hold property in this way if they co-habit or own property with a family member or friend. Married couples and those in civil partnerships also sometimes hold their property in this way.

You can own the property as ‘tenants in common’ in equal shares i.e. 50:50 where there are two co-owners, or you can enter into a Declaration of Trust if you wish to hold the property in unequal shares. This may apply if you contributed unequally to the purchase price or only one person will be paying the mortgage.

Owning property as ‘tenants in common’ allows you to gift your share of the property in your Will. It is therefore very important that you have an up to date Will which is in accordance with your wishes.

You may like to make provision for your co-owner to continue to live in the property for a period of time after your death whilst also ensuring that your share ultimately passes to other chosen beneficiaries. This is possible with a well drafted Will.

Q - My neighbour is a carpenter and has erected a new fence am I responsible for painting his fence on my side – I am concerned that if the wood rots he might leave me responsible.

And if you do paint it without their permission are you subject to criminal damage?

A - Boundaries are a constant source of dispute between neighbouring properties. A boundary exists where two separate property titles meet and in reality it has no physical form. Establishing where a boundary lies will enable a land owner to erect a boundary feature, for example a fence, on his or her land in such a way that it does not trespass on neighbouring land. If a neighbour's fence trespasses on to your land, you can ask that it be moved.

Subject to local planning and building regulations a land owner can build whatever sort of fence he or she wants, provided it does not trespass on the neighbour's land and the structure will belong to that owner who is usually responsible for maintaining it. Sometimes neighbours can agree to put a fence along the boundary and maintain it jointly.

If a neighbour has erected a fence on his or her own land, generally speaking you cannot interfere simply because you live next door. If you don't like the way it looks on your side you can put up your own fence or perhaps introduce some suitable planting to create a screen, or better still you can try and come to an agreement with the neighbour about the way the fence appears on your side and how it might be altered to suit you, although this approach obviously assumes that you are lucky enough to be neighbours that get along.

If a fence belongs to your neighbour, you are not responsible for its upkeep and your neighbour cannot oblige you to contribute to the cost and effort of maintenance. Equally, you cannot alter a neighbour's fence, for example, by painting the side that you have to look at every day (not unless there is an agreement).

If the ownership of the fence is unclear, you should resort to the title documentation in the first instance to try and find evidence of who owns it today and accordingly who is responsible for maintaining it. The title documentation is also the starting point for establishing where the boundary lies and whether a fence is where it should be.

If you have any queries on legal matters, we have experienced and professional team who will be glad to assist you. Call the office today 01953 607724 or 01603 620508 and let us help you plan ahead for peace of mind. www.fosters-solicitors.co.uk Twitter: @icenimagazine

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FIVE TOP TIPS!

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Planting Your Tulip Bulbs This Autumn - Five Top Tips!

Autumn is the perfect time to plant your spring flowering bulbs. Here, Adrian Nind, Managing Director at Bakker Spalding Garden Company, provides his five top tips for your garden this autumn.

1. The key to success is preparation The first step is preparation - it’s essential that you remove any weeds from the area, and incorporate lots of compost or other organic matter when planting your bulbs. If you’re growing your bulbs in pots, they will need good drainage so put plenty of pot shards in the bottom and use very well-drained compost.

2. Select your bulbs early There are so many stunning spring flowers to choose from this year, so selecting your flower bulbs is something you should do at an early stage. A recent survey we conducted at Bakker Spalding revealed that the favourite colour plants here in the UK are red (23.5%) followed by purple (17.6%). Our tulips have seen a great deal of interest this year, and some of our special varieties include the ‘Exquisit’ tulip which resembles a double peony and the ‘Tropical Wave’ tulip which has a fantastic double yellow goblet - both stunning choices for your garden next spring.

4. Plant your bulbs the right way up!

Many people don’t know that bulbs have very particular planting requirements. In order to get the best results, bulbs should be planted in holes three to four times as deep as the bulb itself. In order to get the best flowering results, it’s key that you plant your bulbs in groups of at least six. If you receive a funny shape bulb or are unsure on which way up it should go into the soil, always plant the bulb on its side: its stem will always find its own way up to the surface!

5. Remember to prepare your bulbs for next year Bulbs can flower year after year, and it’s essential that you give them the best shot at flowering next year by giving them some important TLC. When spring comes, we recommend feeding your tulip bulbs immediately after flowering - this gives the bulb plenty of time to store enough nutrients to ensure profuse flowering the following spring.

For more hints and tips, visit our website: www.spaldingbulb.co.uk

3. Make sure your bulbs are delivered just before you intend to plant them When you order bulbs online, they are sent directly from the nursery and are in optimum condition for planting straight away. If you can’t plant them immediately, unpack the bulbs from their packaging as soon as they arrive. Make sure you place them in a dry, dark place under 20°C and open the bags so that air can circulate. This will help keep the bulbs in the best condition for planting at your convenience.

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MAGNIFICENT OBSESSIONS

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Magnificent Obsessions: The Artist As Collector To Open At The Sainsbury Centre Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts | 12 September 2015 - 24 January 2016 £12/£10.50 - Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts, University of East Anglia, Norwich, NR4 7TJ Visit: www.scva.ac.uk, Tel: 01603 593199, email: scva@uea.ac.uk

Magnificent Obsessions: The Artist as Collector is an exciting new exhibition opening at The Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts, at the University of East Anglia, Norwich on 12 September 2015.

Damien Hirst became the celebrated centre of Brit Art in the 1990s, notorious for his sharks and sheep, suspended forever in formaldehyde. Perhaps it comes as no surprise that he is an avid collector of taxidermy.

Celebrating the many and varied motivations for collecting, the exhibition presents the fascinating personal collections of post-war and contemporary artists, including Andy Warhol, Arman, Peter Blake, Edmund de Waal, Damien Hirst, Howard Hodgkin, Sol LeWitt, Martin Parr, Hiroshi Sugimoto and Pae White.

Howard Hodgkin’s glorious paintings in brilliant colour are collected and shown internationally, but perhaps he is less well known for his important collection of jewel-like Indian miniature paintings.

This exhibition reveals the hidden world of the artist’s collection. By including both artworks and works from their private collections, Magnificent Obsessions shows the many ways in which the astonishing variety of things that artists surround themselves with directly impacts the art they make.

While many of the participating artists are recognised internationally, their collections are often less well known, and the majority have never been seen in the region before this major exhibition.

Many of us form collections throughout our lives and this exhibition sheds light on the universal compulsion to collect. Throughout history artists have collected objects for many reasons – as studio props, sources of inspiration, references for their work, personal mementos and as investment.

Unlike museums, artists do not always take a scholarly approach to collecting, nor do they seek to assemble comprehensive and representative collections.

Reflecting personal interests and obsessions, their acquisitions are usually made in tandem with their own work and often for aesthetic reasons.

Their collections range from mass-produced memorabilia to rare art and artefacts and from natural history specimens to curios and objects reflecting popular culture. These extraordinary collections help reveal the creative processes of some of the most important artists of the last 50 years.

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In 1960s America, Andy Warhol redefined what we consider as art with his Pop prints of everyday items such as Brillo Pads and Heinz soup tins. An obsessive collector, Warhol hoarded an ever-growing stash of brick-a-brack and had a particular passion for massproduced cookie jars.

Here in the UK, Peter Blake made iconic Pop Art works from the 1960s with a quirky combination of painting, print, collage and objects. As a teenager Blake bought objects, paintings and books from a station junkyard, triggering a life time of collecting.

His home and studio are now filled with an eclectic mix of objects that range from elephants to shop signs and Punch and Judy puppets.

Sugimoto first met Robert and Lisa Sainsbury when they bought works from Japan from his gallery in New York, works that are currently on show in the Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts. Sugimoto is now an internationally acclaimed artist working with photography. A career as a dealer of antiquities led to personal acquisitions, and his intriguing collection includes early medical illustrations and glass eyes.

Other Individual collections on display include: African art and samurai armour owned by Arman; Edmund de Waal’s Japanese netsuke; Sol LeWitt’s Japanese prints, modernist photographs and music scores; 20th century British postcards and Soviet space dog memorabilia from Martin Parr; and more than 1,000 vintage scarves and other textiles by the American designer Vera Neumann from Pae White.

Visitors to the exhibition will also be invited to share their collections to create an interactive display that will form part of the exhibition.

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ARE YOU STRUGGLING

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Are You Struggling With Post-Holiday Blues?

By Susan Leigh The weeks after a holiday can sometimes seem a little bleak.

Let's look at some positive ways to cope when you're struggling with post-holiday blues.

There may be the prospect of long months ahead with no break to look forward to. If the holiday was amazing it may simply serve to highlight the contrast with the tough reality of day-to-day life Susan Leigh at home. If the holiday was a disappointment it may serve to reinforce the sense of being stuck on a stressful treadmill.

Many people find that they use some of their holiday to reflect on their quality of life, to consider the direction they're going in. They may reach valuable insights about their lives, start to appreciate what needs to happen to improve their situation at work or with family and friends, consider ways to really benefit their overall health and happiness. Might this be you, be why you're struggling with post-holiday blues?

To add to the mix did you know that post-holiday times are one of the busiest periods for divorce lawyers, second only to post-Christmas and New Year? Prolonged periods of time, like holidays, spent in each other's company can underscore how much we've grown apart from our partner, how little we're aware of what's happening in each other's lives.

If you're unhappy with work could it be time to book an appointment with your boss or manager and discuss your career options. Ask for an appraisal to discuss the possibility of further training or of widening your experience by taking on a different role. Or you may feel it's time to reduce your hours to allow more opportunity to develop and focus on other interests and areas of your life.

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It demonstrated that they valued their relationship and gave them time to reconnect and catch up with each other's news without distractions. It worked well for them. It's important to find effective ways to invest in your relationship. Â&#x; Friends may seem at times to expect too much from our friendship, but they know us well, help keep us grounded and are often a great source of comfort and advice. Maintaining these relationships matters, but over the years our priorities often change as partners, business interests and children come increasingly to the forefront of our minds.

Aim to diary your friends and see them regularly, even if it's only once a month. Holidays often remind us of the importance of fun and play and having friends is a good way to remind us to have fun as a regular part of our lives, as a great way to de-stress.

Self-employed people can find holidays quite stressful due to concern at being out of touch with their customer base. Whilst away there can be a temptation to continually check on what's happening in the office, but holidays should be about spending quality time with loved ones, nurturing those relationships. Holidays often remind us how special those relationships are and how fragile they can become if neglected.

Post-holiday can be the perfect time to implement decisions about finishing work at a 'reasonable' time, taking regular breaks having discovered how much better you feel afterwards, and committing your energy effectively, rather than saying 'yes' to everything and spreading yourself too thinly. Â&#x; Family are an important part of our support structure and they deserve dedicated time and attention.

Maintain the post-holiday ambiance by keeping in more regular touch once you're home. Aim to be there for family meals or children's bed time as often as possible. Look after your relationship with your partner by texting affectionately throughout the day and having real conversations, not just information exchanges whenever you can.

Someone I know who worked away all week used to commit to having dinner at home every Friday night with her husband. They showered, dressed nicely, set the table and discussed each other's weeks.

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Â&#x; And what about some 'me' time? Yes, spending time building the business, travelling to promote your brand can be very satisfying, but whilst on holiday you probably found time to read a book, walk miles along the sand, wander aimlessly around markets, eat a leisurely lunch, people watch for an hour over coffee or a glass of wine. Why not commit a little time to reconnect with yourself and do some of these things once you're home.

Evaluate how you spend your time. Calculate how much time you use productively. Do you waste time responding to situations in a haphazard or random way?

There's no merit in appearing busy for the sake of it or delivering a panic response to situations.

Far better to take a break and read a book, listen to music, go for a walk and then return to work feeling energised and happy, having learned some valuable, long- term lessons from your holiday that you can implement. Introduce positive ways to manage stress and improve your day-to-day life, then post-holiday blues will be a thing of the past.

Susan Leigh is a Counsellor and Hypnotherapist who works with stressed individuals to promote confidence and self belief, with couples experiencing relationship difficulties to improve communications and understanding and with business clients to support the health and motivation levels of individuals and teams.

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NEW BUSINESS LAUNCH

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New Business Launch: Businesshub To Help Businesses Reap Rewards Of Online Marketing A new Norfolk-based business is aiming to help SMEs double their sales with its innovative online marketing solution.

BusinessHub offers digital tools and advice that will help organisations of all sizes successfully manage and grow their sales. The new marketing automation solution will allow users to target each of their customers personally, while gaining an understanding of their buying behaviours, so they can tailor future email messages according to customer interests.

Based on the logic and success of guiding a 100-year-old tourism business into the digital age, key members of the Pictured above: Chairman John Potter senior management team at Potters Resort have set-up and and CEO Mike Scott launch BusinessHub funded the new business after successfully implementing the marketing automation solution at the five-star resort in Hopton-on-Sea. BusinessHub’s short-term aim is to double the sales of 500 companies across Norfolk, with a longer-term mission of helping 5,000 UK businesses double their profits over the next three years through affordable tools, mentoring and advice.

The business is headed-up by Managing Director of Potters Resort, John Potter, and Sales & Marketing Director, Mike Scott.

John Potter, co-founding investor of BusinessHub, said: “BusinessHub is key to digital marketing success, allowing businesses to get closer to their customers than ever before and to always be a step ahead of the competition. The service aims to help businesses enhance their online activity in order to generate leads and sales by successfully engaging, converting and boosting traffic to their website.

We’ve spent two years developing the business and with an estimated 5.2 million SMEs in the UK in 2014*, there’s a real gap in the market for what we’re doing. Some companies use expensive agencies for their digital activity, while others try to do it themselves but don’t have the knowledge to make it work. Our emphasis is on giving businesses the tools, support and advice to create highly successful campaigns and manage their own activity.”

The revolutionary customer relationship management (CRM) platform is designed for email marketing campaigns, with an email sending facility, pre-built templates and the ability to track interactions and tag contacts. The unique automation system also allows users to build up a complex profile of their contacts, allowing one-to-one communication and the ability to learn more about the online activities of its customers.

Mike Scott, CEO of BusinessHub, said: “Potters’ sense of community, plus our engagement and interaction with guests, is what we want to recreate for other businesses. We have more than 80,000 Facebook fans across Potters brands, 1.5 million people see us on social media channels every week and we send out 5 million emails a week to our 600,000 email address database. The software allows us to be clever about marketing, as well as benefit the customer by sending information that is relevant to them.

The affordable and easy-to-use solution starts from just £60 a month and subscribers will access support from a strong team of 10 marketers, technical gurus and social media experts who work in digital marketing. Companies or individuals that sign up will become part of an exclusive private group where they can interact with the best social marketers in the UK.”

For more information and to find out about the affordable monthly subscription service, visit: www.businesshub.com *Federation of Small Businesses - http://www.fsb.org.uk/stats Twitter: @icenimagazine

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HOW TO VINE LIKE A BOSS Issue 29 2015

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How To Vine Like A Boss If you’re thinking about getting into Vine, now is the right time. The six-second sensation is storming social media; an estimated 40 million people use the video-sharing app. Amongst those users are comedians, musicians, animators and perhaps, in a few hours, you. Vine’s scope may seem daunting to a newcomer. Knowing this, we’ve compiled this guide to get you started. From ‘how to shoot’ to ‘who to follow’, we’ve got you covered.

About Vine

In short, Vine is a platform for sharing snappy videos. It’s like Instagram, but for moving visual images.

The app went public in January 2013, having been bought by Twitter 4 months before.

Twitter’s risk has certainly paid off. Vine now boasts 1.5 billion loops (video plays) daily. That’s half a trillion loops every year. Alongside unprecedented popularity, Vine has spawned a distinctive blend of creatives. With nothing but a smartphone and bright ideas, averages Joes and Jane’s become marketing gurus, animators, comedians, cinematographers and ‘Vine celebrities’. Tempted? Install the app.

Getting Started

Vine is free to download on Android, iOS and Windows Phone. After installing, you’ll be asked to sign in with your email address or Twitter account. Next, press the + sign in the top-right corner. This allows you to add friends from your phone contacts or Twitter followers list.

Want to follow Viners who aren’t your mates? Discover popular/trending users with the Explore tab.

Creating Your First Video

1. Find some inspiration. Whether you’ve devised a hilarious parody or found a muse on your daily commute, a strong idea wins viewers over.

2. Frame your shot. Make like a cinematographer - consider position and angle. Vine only offers a square crop, so record with this in mind. ➥

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3. Perfect lighting. Play about with light. Close your blinds, move outside, shift your desk lamp. Vine doesn’t have white balance control, so sort lighting out before recording.

4. Start recording. Press the camera icon in the top-right corner of the screen. Hold your finger to the screen to start recording. Release to pause.

5. Get creative. Across the bottom of the screen, there are several options to experiment with. There’s a front-facing camera, a 3x3 grid, a ghosting tool and a Save Draft button. The grid enables you to follow the rule of thirds¸ whereas the ghosting tool lets you view the last captured frame. Remember, you have six seconds max!

6. Edit your Vine. To preview your finished Vine, press the arrow in the top-right corner of the screen.

To rearrange your Vine, press the edit button and drag clips onto the desired place on your timeline.

7. Save your Vine. Press Save, then press the green checkmark at the bottom of your screen. Vine will take you to a Share screen. Here you can add a caption, hashtags, location and channel tag.

Handy Tips

1. Create shorter videos. If six seconds is too much, you can stop recording sooner. After three seconds, you can tap a checkbox in the lower-right corner to save.

2. Practice the perfect loop. Vine videos repeat by default. Stop your Vine from looking jumpy by creating a continuous loop. How? End the Vine with a copy of the opening frame.

3. Use lenses for varying effects. Create your own lense: try shooting through a bottle or plastic for a dream-like effect. If old-skool hip-hop is more your style, use a fisheye lens.

4. Stay Steady. No one likes a shaky video. Use a tripod to stabilise your shots. Portable tripods such as the GorillaPod are recommended.

5. Browse for inspiration. If you’re stuck for ideas, use the Explore tab or scan through the following list.

5 Awesome People to Follow 1. Jimmy Fallon - Everyone’s favourite TV host is on Vine. Tune in for six-second funnies.

2. Jethro Ames - Jethro dishes out unique fashion and lifestyle advice. Check out his #howto Vines.

3. Pinot - Pinot uses Vine to breathe life into 2D sketches. A brilliant artist, his series is incredibly popular.

4. Cole Rise - Rise is a quintessential Vine creative. The San Francisco-based user experiments with photography and makes captivating travel Vines.

5. Alison Stevenson - Short, clever and addictive comedy skits. What’s not to like?

There’s so much you can do in six seconds and these Viners prove it. Use our beginners guide to get in on the action. Download Vine and get creative within seconds. Good luck!

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COMPETITION Qwerkity is a leading online retailer of unusual gifts.

When you’re struggling to find the right gift Qwerkity can help, with more than 2,500 gifts there’s the perfect present for anyone.

There’s a great range of gifts for her from Qwerkity.

Iceni Magazine has a Vintage Rose Birdcage to give away to one lucky reader compliments of Qwerkity.

Question: How many gifts do ‘Qwerkity’ have?

For a chance to win email your answer to: competitions@icenimagazine.co.uk by 30th September 2015.

Please state in the subject line ‘Qwerkity’ There is no cash alternative. Usual Iceni Magazine rules apply. Editor’s decision is final.

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SOCIAL MEDIA

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The Ingredients For A 'Perfect' Tweet?

Everybody wants tweets that drive conversation and ultimately sales but what one person would class as a perfect tweet another might not. Different techniques work for different people but the following tips might just help you craft tweets that get shared more, favourited more, engaged with more and most importantly drive even more traffic to your website.

Here's my top 6 tips to creating a 'perfect' tweet: 1. Be specific

Keep your main message informative and to the point. It should be punchy and leave no doubt with the viewer what your tweet is about. If it's a more conversational than promotional tweet ask something that requires a reply or offer a helpful piece of advice or industry insight.

2. Keep it less than 140 characters

This allows followers to retweet adding in their own hashtag or modify the tweet to make it more relevant to their followers. Keeping a tweet to around 120 characters should allow this. Twitter recently added the 'Quote Tweet' option which allows you to add a comment to the original 'packaged' tweet - much the same way you can do when you share someone else's post on Facebook. It'll be interesting to see what impact this has on the way people retweet and share content.

3. Add a link

If relevant, add a link to the main article or product/service page on your website giving them instant access to the details. Use a url shortener to allow you to track clicks - it also reduces the number of characters you use.

4. Add a photo

It's generally agreed that Tweets with images are approximately 94% more likely to get retweeted but you must ensure that if you add an image you make sure it’s relevant and eye-catching. If you've got photo manipulation software you could consider adding branding or 'text' to your image to aid your character count message and retweet potential.

5. Reference a trend or company

If you're promoting a product, service or event see if they've got a hashtag or username that you can leverage to try to get a retweet from or join in conversations surrounding the hashtag - it's great for your business exposure.

6. Add a Twitter card

By ensuring the web page on your site you link to has an active 'Twitter Card' and using that url (long or shortened versions) it will include additional promotional content (text and optional image) to your tweets that don't form part of your normal 140 characters limit. It's important to note that if you have a Twitter Card set up for one of your web pages that this will override any image you may already have placed in your tweet.

Summary

There you have it - the potential ingredients for a 'perfect' tweet. With a limit of 140 characters you have to become more focused in what you want to say and be a bit inventive in the ways to achieve this using a combination of the above.

Don't forget whether you're promoting your own content or sharing others content you should always balance this with conversational tweets. Remember the principles of Twitter - listen, engage and share but most importantly 'be more social'.

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ICENI - NEWS Issue 29 2015

CAN YOU HELP???

Break Therapeutic Fostering Service We are a small and supportive fostering service with Break Charity.

We are looking for foster carers who can offer full time care, or regular weekends and a few days in the holidays to join our team.

Carers receive a lot of support and training and meet regularly. We need people who have a spare room and experience of children and young people, and who have empathy and compassion.

One foster carer said “although there are challenges, we feel energised"!

Another said “The support and supervision we get is second to none” We really work as part of a team and value our foster carers.

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Steven Barnes Update I'm delighted to confirm that I'll be travelling to Australia to compete in the 2015 ITU World Duathlon Championship in October!

I've been so overwhelmed by the kind support shown by my family (especially my wife for putting up with me!), friends, work colleagues and anonymous contributors who have added cash donations, donated via my online funding page and supported my fund-raising events. I would like to say a massive thank you to Enigmedia Marketing, Broom Boats and Breckland Mowers for their sponsorship, as without their backing my dream of competing for Great Britain would still be in doubt. I've also had fantastic support and advice from Jarrolds/Pilch in Norwich and Triharder of Dereham. I can now say “I will be competing for Great Britain in the World Championships” instead of “I am hoping to”, which feels fantastic and is a massive weight off my shoulders.

Training is now in full swing and I will be keeping people updated on my progress via my blog (http://duathletebarnes.tumblr.com/) and social media (Twitter @barnessj & Instagram @sj_barnes).

Look out for the hash-tag #TeamBarnesy!

I would also like to offer my thanks to Iceni magazine for publishing my story. I still have a few sponsor spaces available on my GB race suit and Polo Shirt if any other local businesses are interested in taking up a unique advertising opportunity!

On Sunday 16th August I competed in the Newmarket Super Sprint Duathlon (2.5m Run 14m Bike - 2.5m Run) my first event on my new bike and came away with 1st place.

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ICENI - COLUMNISTS

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The Diary of a Norfolk Family.

I was having a cuppa with Mama Beev a few days ago and she asked me if I had ever shared with you guys the story of the Florida swimming pool.

Well let me set the scene.

We had gone on a family Above: Keri Beevis holiday to celebrate Mama Beev being given the all clear from breast cancer and treated ourselves to a stay in a fabulous villa with its own private pool.

Mama Beev had a brand new special mastectomy bikini for the occasion and after we had been there for a couple of days she decided to brave the pool.

Now both Mama Beev and I are a bit special when it comes to swimming. While everyone else just jumps in and starting pratting about, we’re generally rubbish with water.

I basically swim with an expression of intense concentration on my face and am a little lopsided because I have about as much coordination in the water as I have out of it, while Mama Beev gingerly climbs in then bounces up and down a lot as she gradually lowers herself into the water. She then swims up and down, her perfectly coiffed bob gliding along the surface and never once getting wet, and God help anyone who gets in the way, because Mama Beev can’t do going around people, she can only swim straight up and straight down.

So we’re in the pool. I was concentrating hard, my brother’s girlfriend of the time was swimming normally and Mama Beev’s bob was gliding along the surface. Suddenly brother’s girlfriend started freaking out.

‘Oh my God… there’s a jellyfish in the pool!’ At this we all freaked and start screaming like idiots. My look of intense concentration turned to one of horror, Mama Beev stopped swimming midway across the pool and her bob nearly got wet, and brother, sister and Dad came rushing over to find out what the hell was going on.

There floating on the surface was not a jellyfish, but instead Mama Beev’s fake boob, which looked a little bit like a raw chicken fillet, and, while she had been swimming up and down, the slippery little sucker had worked its way out of her bikini top.

Yup… some people get attacked by sharks, others by stingray or jellyfish. Only my family could have the bejesus scared out of them by a pretend boob.

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By Mark King The summer holidays are now over for the children and back to school they go, and back to normal life hopefully for the parents. After the success of Daniel Jones Doom the sequel to Frenzy a Daniel Jones Story I have been thinking about the third manuscript in the Daniel Jones series of books. The first four chapters flowed quite freely until the start of the holidays. Then all came to a shuddering holt.

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No matter how determined you are to complete any tasks over the summer school holidays it soon gets interrupted by the children. Even writing my weekly blog at Always-hanging-around has been a struggle, and sometimes it has had to be posted fortnightly. It’s not just a case of keeping the little ones entertained, but more the case of when they keep themselves busy. What was just an innocent game soon becomes competitive, and before you know it one of them ends up in tears. Then you have to stop whatever you’re doing and intervene before it gets too out of hand.

So there you are sitting down in front of the laptop dreaming about the next great adventure Daniel and his two friends Mary and Gwendolyn are having, while trying to put thought into word; when you hear that cry, ‘Dad she just did this to me, Dad he keeps annoying me, Dad she keeps cheating, Dad this and Dad that.’

Up you get and as soon as you sit down you hear that cry, and up again you go. So now they are back at school it’s time to seriously get into a set routine, and concentrate on finishing Daniel Jones Revenge for all my fans around the world waiting patiently for their next Daniel Jones book. www.always-hanging-around.blogspot.com Follow on twitter: @author-king

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ICENI INTERVIEWS Issue 29 2015

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Iceni Interviews David McNally Chief Executive of Norwich City Football Club, on his trustee role at The base.

Interview by Jessie Quick This month Iceni interviewed Chief Executive of Norwich City Football Club, David McNally on his work with The base.

The charity empowers all young people to achieve to their full potential, with a mission to support and have a positive impact on their lives. David expresses his appreciation for the charity and the importance of raising awareness for the organisation.

The base charity does an incredible job, providing much-needed youth services in the Norwich area, please can you explain to our readers the main principle of the charity?

It is to help as many young people as we can in Norwich, particularly in the NR1 area, but also the rest of the city too. The charity was formed a few years ago with the original trustees, to help vulnerable young people and their families. I decided to get involved because it’s the closest local charity to us.

Despite the fact we were playing Premier League football at the time, and on the International stage, we felt it important for the football club to ensure we were maintaining our roots at home and helping the most local of charities.

The key thing is, we want to help young people in Norfolk. An added bonus was to think if we were helping young people, we would also be helping their families.

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There are many charities in the Norfolk area, why did you decide to join The base?

During our financial crisis, I wasn't able to devote time to community activities. For the first couple of years whilst I was here, we were trying to stay alive; we were heavily in debt and battling to keep the club going.

Once our financial future was secured, I was invited to join the Board of Trustees at The base. What we liked about the charity was that it was local, with the Hewett School so near by, it fits with our close to home community.

At the time we were and indeed still are in the Premier League, our games are broadcast in 850 million homes around the world in 200 countries.

However, we can't forget that there are people close to home, who need a hand.

What is it about that charity that interests you?

The fact that it’s focused on young people. We are very lucky and privileged to be working in the world of football. We understand that not everyone is as lucky as we are, and probably don’t have the same hand of cards that we have been given. ➥

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So if there is something we can do to help kids who need some support then we will do all we can to help.

Not every kid has somewhere to do homework. It might be someone to share a problem with, it might be helping with careers advice. What is also important is that every penny we raise, goes to helping the young people, our costs are kept to a minimum, but we really want to help boys and girls to get the most out of their lives.

What is your role with The base?

I am a trustee, so it is our job to ensure The base is managed effectively. We set challenges for the management team and develop strategies for the charity.

How can people get involved with the charity?

We are looking for volunteers all the time. Our website, Facebook page and Twitter allow the public to get involved and we really can’t have enough help.

Our goal would be to help all of the young people in Norwich, but we just don’t have the resources we need right now.

As well as being Chief Executive of Norwich City Football Club, how do you find time to be a trustee?

It’s about managing time. I am also a trustee here at the Community Sports Foundation as well. It really is about making time for The base as much as I can.

Clearly, 99% of my time is focused on the football club and always will be. However if we can assist them in any way, with advice and support than we will do whatever we can.

The base aims to ensure that the needs of every vulnerable young person are identified and that young people are supported in ways that help them reach their full potential. Is it important for you to be a part of change?

Things are constantly changing, nothing stays the same and it’s almost a motto for most of us. We need to be aware in this day and age with technology that vulnerable young people need some support.

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New technologies are absolutely brilliant for modern life, but with every great thing with technology, there are issues, for instance, online bullying.

Young people are now not even safe at home. Just by talking about these things may help solve the problem. We are trying to find at least the start to a solution.

What can we expect from your work with The base in the future?

We would like to expand as much as we can. We won’t let anything stand in the way of the charity and we will continue to strive to help young people in our city.

To Find Out More Information About The base Visit: www.thebasenorwich.org Follow On Twitter: @TheBaseCT Like On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThebaseCT PAGE

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EEA

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East of England Apprentices The Oxford dictionary defines an apprentice as ‘a person who is learning a trade from a skilled employer’. These days being an apprentice is so much more than that.

Providing the perfect platform to earn as you learn whilst taking your first step on the career ladder, apprenticeships have never been more topical.

There are many benefits to being an apprentice but we know that it can often be a daunting time too.You may be the only apprentice in an organisation, be the youngest member of the team and feel a lot less competent compared to colleagues with decades of experience in your field.

East of England Apprentices is about bringing together apprentices, past, present and future, to share their experiences, advice and socialise with like minded folk who are at a similar stage in their chosen careers. Our quarterly meet ups are packed with networking opportunities, presentations and the chance to chat and swap stories.

If you’re wondering whether an apprenticeship is for you then it's a unique opportunity to ask those who have already walked in your shoes and get some advice on the application process - as well as some inside info on what it's really like to be an apprentice.

Perhaps you’ve recently completed an apprenticeship and want to give something back; share your tips and hints for a successful apprenticeship with a new generation of apprentices?

East of England Apprentices is also open to businesses and organisations who are looking for an apprentice. If you’re looking to expand your team and kick-start someone's career through an apprenticeship then the group has the perfect pool of potential candidates. The same goes for companies who provide services to the apprenticeship marketplace, whether it's support services for funding or you’re an apprenticeship recruitment service.

An apprenticeship is a unique window into the world of work and East of England Apprentices is here to help you make the most of this exciting and enriching experience.

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Event: Apprenticeships are good for people and good for business & Born digital When: Thursday, October 22, 2015, 5:30pm to 7:30pm Where: 3aaa, 25-27 Surrey St, Norwich, Norfolk NR1 3NX RSVP: http://www.meetup.com/East-of-England-Apprentices/events/224328465/ Apprenticeships are good for people and good for business ( Huw Sayer ) Huw Sayer will explain why apprenticeships benefit both employers and employees. His view is that investing in developing people is not just a social good but also an economic necessity.

He will look at the value of social brands to businesses - and personal brands to individuals.

Follow Huw Sayer on Twitter: @HuwSayer Huw’s passion is creating engaging conversations that empower people, build brands and inspire change. He specialises in helping clients spark such conversations with their employees, buyers and suppliers. This involves researching, writing and editing content for everything from annual reports to social media.

He has over 25-years marketing experience, including time as an account director and analyst.

This has given him a detailed understanding of all aspects of business communications. He now runs his own communications consultancy, Business Writers Ltd, with clients across Europe.

These include financial institutions, government agencies, industrial manufacturers, technology companies, and food and drink producers.

Born Digital - What it really means. ( Julie Bishop ) Why businesses need digital skills and what will happen if they choose to ignore this advice Follow Julie Bishop on Twitter: @jobhopjulie Media Strategist, Social Media Trainer, Social Media Speaker.

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TRIBUTE PHOTOSHOOT

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Tribute Photoshoot

After hearing the sad news of Steve Strange, lead singer of 1980’s pop group Visage, passing away earlier in the year we decide to organise a tribute photoshoot in collaboration with Simon Watson of Simon Watson Photography.

Simon’s photo’s of the band from their gig at Epic Studio’s in Norwich were used on the new single by Visage, keen to keep the photographic link between Steve Strange and Simon alive, he decided a tribute shoot for Steve Strange would be a perfect memorial opportunity to keep Steve Strange alive in the city of Norwich. After working with students from Jackie Hamilton School of Beauty previously, Simon realised their talent and passion for photographic makeup and hair styling, it was then that he consulted us with his ideas for the shoot and excitement and plans started to bloom.

Sam Hustwitt, Prinicpal of Jackie Hamilton School of Beauty told us “Students studying our Level 3 Fashion, Photographic Hair Up and Make Up course were eager to get involved and spent weeks researching their models and the outfits they would wear for our tribute shoot. Steve Strange was a highly influential figure in both music and fashion so the outfits were key to the shoot alongside the dramatic and unique make up styles.”

2 hours after the students started the ‘Fade to Grey’ themed styling, the models had been transformed and we’d stepped back into the 80’s with models being transformed into a sea of flamboyant colours.

Simon Watson, owner of Simon Watson Photography says “I approached Sam and the team at Jackie Hamilton's School Of Beauty after Steve Strange sadly passed away. Steve was one of the instrumental parts of us going full time with the photography business. Having worked with him on several projects since i got to know him and became friends after a shoot at Epic Studio's in Norwich with his band Visage.I have to say life has never quite been the same for myself & John Newstead who works alongside me.

I was totally amazed and so pleased how passionate the school and students and models were with the shoot.I think you can see that from the photo's how hard everyone worked on it. I felt very proud for them and someone (Steve) who changed my life and enabled us to go out and live our dreams.”

To view the full set of images from the shoot please visit Jackie Hamilton School of Beauty’s facebook page: www.facebook.com/beautyschoolnorwich

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UNDERPASS REVIEW

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St Stephen's Underpass Review Article by Ciara Jack Some large scale portraits were reminiscent of the street art seen in the Pottergate underpass, and others included busy illustrations with chipper jokes and sweet jabs at the local dialect.

Culture website Life in a Fine City and art gallery Moosey Art opened a new exhibition that made the phrase ‘open to the public’ all the more literal. The venue ticked all the boxes in terms of location; smack bang in the centre of town, a high foot-fall, which is why they decided on St. Stephen’s underpass. The aim was to exhibit the artwork of local painters, street artists and illustrators, but it delivered an altogether more powerful message.

When descending down the grimy footsteps underneath the roundabout, the circular junction, four exits and two staircases at each end make St Stephen’s slightly disorientating at the best of times.

The underpass became even more labyrinthine when the focus became less on where you were going but instead on what new artwork lay around each corner.

The exhibition showcased an impressive variety of artwork, from pop art prints to geometric designs.

An ingenious benefit of being able to exhibit work in an underpass is the sheer amount of space you’re provided to work with. The large size of these shallow alcoves means that paintings and illustrations often had the appearance of murals, often giving artists licence to create more politicised artwork.

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What was most intriguing about this exhibition at times were commuters’ reactions to the accumulating visitors. People on their way home seemed temporarily perplexed and often irritated by the sudden presence of stationary members of the public taking an interest in the walls of the underpass, with children running about and pointing at the newly painted artwork and cartoons on the fluorescent-lit walls.

This notion of making an effort to pay closer attention to surroundings is particularly poignant in the light of the death of local homeless man, Sergiusz Mendez, who died on June the 10th . A local tribute to him by Devin Smith is painted in one of the shallow alcoves, just round the corner from ongoing personal tributes of flowers and a poem. The painting depicts him as many saw him; wrapped in a blanket and appealing for the eye contact of passers by.

Norwich is a city full of creative talent, and the idea to bring that talent to passers by, who won’t necessarily take the time to visit a gallery, is an innovative way of ensuring that local artists get seen. Many were particularly upset that Mendez passed away in an environment where he would have been frequently ignored or only briefly acknowledged. What ostensibly is a way of getting people to engage with the work of local artists, is also a means of making commuters and passers by more aware of what their city is composed of.

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NATIONAL WETNOSE DAY

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Animal Lovers Unite For National Wetnose Day - Friday 25th September 2015 A national non-profit organisation based in Kirby Cane Norfolk, is calling on animal lovers to get involved with National Wetnose Day this September, the animal version of Red Nose Day. And raise much-needed funding for the thousands of sick and neglected animals living in rescue shelters throughout the UK. Taking place on Friday 25th September, Wetnose Day is the flagship event for Wetnose Animal Aid. With support from partners VeggieVision TV and Woodgreen Animal Shelter, the day is Britain’s only fundraiser for smaller animal rescue centres.

In its second year, organisers are encouraging people to ‘pose with a nose’ by buying and wearing a black foam nose on the 25th September. Alongside celebrity names including Amanda Holden, Paul O’Grady, and Ricky Gervais who have pledged their support.

Paul O’Grady has said: “I think this is a terrific idea and long overdue. It will go a long way to helping many smaller rescue centres who need more support.

Count me in!”

Despite 47 per cent of households owning a pet, smaller animal rescue centres lack fundraising support. So in 2014, Andrea Gamby-Boulger, from Norfolk, launched the first ever National Wetnose Day. She says: “Humans have Red Nose Day, so we launched Wetnose Day for our four-legged friends. We need to speak up on their behalf.”

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In its first year, the campaign raised around £3,000, but more is needed. This year the target is £30,000. To achieve this, the organisers are calling on kind-hearted companies to come on board as sponsors.

Andrea explains: “Animal shelters continue to struggle. With a lack of financial support, sadly 30 dogs are put to sleep every day due to a lack of space. Shelters desperately need money to continue their fantastic work. They rely on donations and the generosity of animal lovers to come to their aid. This year we want to raise £30,000 to help them pay off vet and feed bills.”

“Rescue centres are home to thousands of animals including dogs, cats, ponies, rabbits and parrots who need a caring home. They should be the first place you visit when looking for a new pet. These animals deserve a second chance and have so much love and fun to bring to their new owners. Animal shelters are close to bursting at the seams. They are in crisis and crying out for financial help.”

Seven ways you can support National Wetnose Day 2015 1. Pose with a nose! Buy a Wetnose and wear it with pride all day on Friday 25th September. Black foam noses are available to from http://www.wetnoseanimalaid.com/ at £4 each.

2. Share your photos with Wetnose Animal Aid on Twitter @WetnoseAnimal #posewithanose and Facebook - Wetnose Animal Aid 3. Gather your dog-owner friends and head out for a sponsored dog walk in the park 4. Host a doggy tea party 5. Cake sale - bake some animal-inspired treats, dog biscuits anyone?

6. Donate unwanted items such as DVDs, clothing, books, toys and games to the Wet Nose Animal Aid shop in Hungate, Beccles.

7. Run a dog-friendly business? Could your company sponsor Wet Nose Day 2015?

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ICENI - BOOK REVIEW

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Wednesday’s Child Raymond Bliss

ISBN: 978-1-84897-495-1 | Published 30-04-2015 | Price: £12.99 The novel is entitled “Wednesday’s Child” and is a fast flowing story that authentically captures the British way of life during the mid-1950’s. It deals with families emerging from the drab ration-book years of the forties and with the birth of the television revolution. It is before the advent of the motor car society when the streets were full of children playing not parked vehicles and the general public used trains and buses to travel.

He has always had an interest in Creative writing. The book tells the story of Wendy and begins in the coronation year of 1953 when she is twelve years old, an innocent and naïve schoolgirl trying to understand her adolescence. Her best friend is Anne who, with older sisters to keep her informed, provides Wendy with her only enlightenment on bodily changes and sexual matters.

It was her mother’s fourth husband who propelled Wendy’s growing up in the worst possible way, by sexually abusing her when she was thirteen. She remains silent. Threatened by and frightened of a brutal thrashing that she had witnessed being given to her stepbrother.

It is gripping, humorous and sad and moves at a lively pace to its unusual end.

Raymond Bliss regularly visited Norwich during the 1950’s and was so impressed he set a great deal of his fiction novel in the City. While there is a little of authors licence virtually all of the background is authentic capturing Norwich as it was in the coronation year of Queen Elizabeth II and subsequent years. Places and a way of life that have long since disappeared.

REVIEW: Wednesday Child - Raymond Bliss Wendy Marshall was born on a Wednesday in the early years of World War Two a war which claimed the life of her father. Wendy is a naive 12 year old girl, whose life starts full of woe. The story is set in the 1950's it deals with her adolescence and family life with her, mother, brother, stepfather and stepbrother. It tells of the brutality of Sid her stepfather, and the abuse she receives from him, and how she deals with whatever life throws at her.

This is a story filled with humour, sadness but is a very gripping read. I would highly recommend this book.

Sharon Piggin - Norwich

COMPETITION Iceni Magazine has a signed copy of ‘Wednesdays Child’ to give away.

To be in with a chance of winning please email your contact details (including address) to: competitions@icenimagazine.co.uk by 30th September 2015.

Please state in the subject line ‘Wednesdays Child’.

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SHARE THE MAGIC

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Share The Magic Of Christmas With An NSPCC Letter From Santa Christmas is a time filled with family traditions - anything from putting carrots out for Rudolph to leaving ‘snowy footprints’ around the house - to preserve children’s belief in Santa Claus.

However, even the most creative parents can be caught out!

To help share the magic of Christmas with children here in the UK and around the world, the NSPCC has once again teamed up with Santa to send personalised letters all the way from Lapland in return for a suggested donation of £5. And this year, Santa has been hard at work, finding new ways to make each letter even more special.

A brand new, colourful illustration style and characters and stories tailored to specific age groups are complemented by more personalisation in the letters, further enhancing the magic of receiving a letter from the man himself.

Parents can choose whether the letter is signed by Santa or Father Christmas, and each letter now comes complete with an age appropriate game for children to play.

For the first time, those requesting a Letter from Santa will be able to write a personal P.S. message, and will receive a complimentary pack including games, recipes and activities to help make the experience even more enchanting. Santa has even written a special poem to celebrate Baby’s First Christmas - a keepsake to treasure for years to come.

Yasmin from Glasgow requested a Letter from Santa in 2014 and said: “My seven year old thought it was fantastic.

He couldn't get over the fact that Santa knew so much about him, and kept saying ‘How does he know this? Look, he knows I sing!'"

By making a donation to the NSPCC, parents will be able to share the magic of Christmas with their loved ones, whilst helping the charity keep more children safe.

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NORWICH'S LIFEBOAT

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NORWICH’S LIFEBOAT Elizabeth Simpson-Today

Elizabeth Simpson-Then

Many people will be familiar with the stories that have echoed down the ages from the lifeboat stations that dot the treacherous coastal waters of Norfolk.

In an era which cheaply distributes the epithet of ‘legend’ to anyone who can run after a ball or sing more than one decent song, the term more richly belongs to those whose deeds mean they deserve their names mentioned in the same sentence as that word, one of whom would be, without any question, Henry Blogg, the Cromer man who is the most decorated man in Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) history.

When Blogg retired in 1947, fifty three years after he commenced his service with the RNLI, he’d been involved in a ‘shout’ on nearly 400 occasions, helping rescue 873 people in the process.

A humble and unfeasibly brave and selfless man who was willing to give his life for the cause of saving others. Does that make him a legend amongst men?

Yes it does.

Yet, ever modest, Blogg would no doubt, if we could talk to him today, point to the efforts and courage of other men and women who have, just as he did, also dedicated –and in some cases, lost-their lives in pursuit of that service.

One such station would have been at Gorleston.

You may well know the beach there well. A long, sweeping stretch of sand, overlooked at one

end by the wonderful Pier Hotel, a quieter location for beach folk and holidaymakers alike who require a slightly less frenetic site for their windbreaks and tomato sandwiches.

Quiet and idyllic maybe. But the seas off Gorleston can be savage.

The story of Norwich’s lifeboat starts there in 1888 when the towns aging lifeboat Refuge was called out to aid the SS Akaba which, after grounding on a sandbank, had, upon being refloated, no steering.

Thus, when the Refuge went alongside to assist, the larger and helpless Akaba struck Refuge, smashing her rudder in the process.

The lifeboat’s Cox’n had no choice but to make for the shore, however, the tug skipper charged with doing so misunderstood his instructions which left the disabled Refuge helpless. She was consequently swept towards the north beach and capsized with only three of the crew still onboard escaping from the relentless surge with their lives.

Watching the tragedy unfold from the shore was a lady from Norwich by the name of Elizabeth Simpson.

She was so moved by the loss of both lives and the lifeboat itself, irreparably damaged, that she vowed to finance a replacement craft for Gorleston, one that would be the very best that money could buy.

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Shortly afterwards, the Gorleston Volunteer Lifeboat Association received a cheque for £500 (the equivalent sum today is over one hundred times that amount), that (then) anonymous donation leading to a brand new lifeboat being commissioned. That work was awarded to Beeching Brothers of Great Yarmouth, shipbuilders who, in 1851, had been awarded a one hundred guinea price for the best model of a lifeboat, a model that ultimately became the first self righting lifeboat anywhere.

Beeching Brothers were therefore associated with excellence and they did not disappoint. The new lifeboat, which was originally to have been called The City Of Norwich benefitted from all the accumulated knowledge, expertise and skills of the Beechings and their staff, the end result being a craft which has long had the reputation of being the finest lifeboat that has ever been built.

A little under a year after the tragedy that had seen the loss of Refuge, the new lifeboat was launched, amidst great ceremony, onto the River Yare. She had, by then, been given a name change, the City Of Norwich being replaced by the Elizabeth Simpson, the name of the once anonymous donor having been discovered.

Yet, despite that name change, it is important to realise and cherish the fact that, then, as she is today, the Elizabeth Simpson was, and remains, Norwich’s lifeboat, as much a part of our fine Cities history and heritage as anything else you might care to name.

And, for that, we should all be very proud of her and what she achieved in her working life. Her record books shows that she was launched 121 times whilst the number of lives she would have helped to save is probably far in excess of 500 although the actual figures for both may well be far in excess of even those totals as many entries into the log book would have merely been ‘saved crew’ rather than specifics of numbers saved-it could have been one, ten, twenty or even more.

No member of her crew was ever lost in that time.

She came to the end of her service life in 1939 with the younger members of her crew dispersing, some, because of the outbreak of World War Two would never return. Elizabeth Simpson spent her war years in a shed, unused, even at Dunkirk, where her shallow

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draft and immense carrying capacity could have been very valuable.

It wasn’t completely the end for her, not then at least, for, even in the years leading up to her centenary, Elizabeth Simpson was sailing the calmer inland waters of the Norfolk Broads as a pleasure ship and historical artefact of living interest.

Sadly, however, she could not even enjoy this dignified but still useful semi-retirement forever.

She had been left destined to rot at her mooring and eventually sink to an untimely death at the bottom of a Norfolk waterway. That is, at least, until she was bought by a man with a love for all things Norfolk and her history.

Today, Elizabeth Simpson sits, covered but intact and protected in a Norfolk garden. Yet it is both myself and the wish of her owner that, even if she can never be fully restored and brought back to the water, she can, at least, be worked upon and saved in order that she become a museum to both herself and her history as well as that of the men who served upon her, the seas they sailed upon and the people and vessels that they saved. Maybe, in time, a full size replica can then be built to the same exacting and precise standards so that an Elizabeth Simpson II can again take to Norfolk waters, reminding us, even as both an educational and tourist attraction, of her legacy and place in both Norfolk and, crucially, Norwich’s history.

It is an ambitious project that will demand much time, expertise, love-and a great deal of money. Yet I, and her current owner feel it is one worth pursuing and will, in time, be worth it.

If you would like any more information about this project or the life and times of the Elizabeth Simpson, especially if you feel that you will be able to contribute in any way to this project then please, in the first instance, contact me on 01243 551604 or E Mail me at: edward@couzens-lake.co.uk

Let’s see Norwich’s lifeboat live again. ___________________________________________

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OYEZ! OYEZ! OYEZ!

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Oyez!

Oyez!

Oyez!

My name is Mike Wabe and I am the Town Crier of both Thetford in Norfolk and Brandon in Suffolk, and I am a member of the Ancient and Honourable Guild of Town Criers. I am the first Town Crier in Thetford for almost 100 years, being appointed in March 2013 and in Brandon in July 2013.

Mike Wabe - Town Crier of both Thetford in Norfolk and Brandon in Suffolk. Visit: www.towncrierthetford.org.uk

You may well be surprised that there are such things as Town Criers in today's world of modern, and immediate, electronic communications. There are around 250 Town Criers around the country, and several in East Anglia.

As is the case throughout history, news might not always be welcomed, and some people would prefer news about them not be known. Think of the Town Crier in 1635, who had to announce a 12-fold increase in the King's taxes. Sometimes then, not a popular job.

Town Criers have their history rooted in disseminating news and other information, just as newspapers do today. Their origin in the UK can be traced back to William the Conqueror and the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Indeed, Criers or Bellmen appear on the Bayeux Tapestry. Have a look at the section that deals with the death of Edward the Confessor, and at the bottom are 2 Bellmen apparently ringing their bells.

No matter in what city, town or village a Town Crier made his proclamation, one thing was common to all.

Having loudly cried the contents of his scroll, the Crier would then post his notice. It is a phrase that is almost out of use today, and basically means to pin the notice up on display, usually on a nearby handy wooden post. And it is from this action of posting a notice that many of today's newspapers have the word "Post" in their titles, for example, the Yorkshire Post, or the Evening Post.

Back then, and indeed, right up to Victorian times, the level of literacy was poor, and Town Criers told people what was going on. They informed the populace of, amongst a multitude of other things, new laws (both national and local), Royal marriages, the outcomes of battles, the changes of taxation, children who were lost, errant wives (both those with wandering eyes and hands, as well as those who were excessively profligate with their husbands' money!), obituary notices and the like. Think of the Town Crier as a public official who could also be hired by private persons. He was an appointed public newscaster, paid to do the job, but he could also take on side jobs with anyone who wanted him to "cry" an event. Town Criers were the first talking newspapers if you will.

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Now in Thetford, the wooden post in question was the huge square oaken post that holds up the corner of the Bell Inn (pictured right).

Indeed, there has been a hostelry of some sort on the Bell's site since around 1420. When you are in Thetford, have a look at this massive oak post next to the traffic lights. There you will see in it, hundreds and hundreds of nail holes and nail heads, where my predecessors over the centuries have posted their notices. This, as far as I have been able to ascertain, is the only place in the country where this evidence still

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exists. Everywhere else, the posts have long since been torn down. Yet another fine example of Thetford's historical past.

To give an example of a Cry which we know was proclaimed, let is go back to 1403 and the city of Chester. Chester is situated just on the English side of the English/Welsh border, and was the scene of several bloody invasions by recalcitrant Welshmen.

King Henry IV was on the throne and he decided that enough was enough. Having made up his mind to deal harshly with these rowdy Welshmen, he caused the Town Crier to inform the public what measures he was going to take, and the Cry went thus: Oyez! Oyez! Oyez!

In this fourth year of the reign of our liege Lord King Henry IV, it is hereby proclaimed, for the safe custody of the City of Chester, that no Welshman shall enter the walls of the City before sunrise, that no Welshman shall enter any wine or beer tavern, that no Welshman bear arms, save only a knife for cutting his dinner, that they hold no meetings or assemblies, and that three Welshmen meet not together, within the walls of the aforesaid, under pain of decapitation.

God save the King!

Now the curious thing about this law is that it was only repealed not that long ago! Decapitation may seem somewhat harsh today, but I can assure you that there were no repeat offenders!

Criers were indispensable in spreading the news and making public announcements, and were so employed in cities, towns and large villages all over the country. Consider then, just how many Town Criers there must have been over the centuries, and the vast number of proclamations they must have made. But sadly, the history books have ignored them, consigning the names of the Criers, and especially their proclamations, to oblivion. Indeed, I am the proud possessor of a bell used by the Town Crier of Wilburton, near Ely. I duly contacted the Wilburton Parish Council to see if they had any information about this man, and they had. But none about his Twitter: @icenimagazine

time as Town Crier there, or any of his proclamations.

There are, however, 2 notable exceptions; Clare in Suffolk and St Sepulchre in London. The daily proclamations of the Clare Town Crier have been preserved for a period of 100 years; from 1612 to 1711. The proclamations were recorded in a series of registers and kept in the town.

The proclamations of the St Sepulchre Crier live on for a very different reason. He made them to the condemned prisoners of Newgate Gaol on the evening before their execution, and again the following morning, as they began their last journey to the Tyburn Tree. to be hanged. It is this 3-mile journey from Newgate to Tyburn that almost certainly gives rise to today's popular expression to be alcohol free - to be "on the wagon". On the way to Tyburn the condemned were transported in carts and, apart from being pelted with all sorts of objects, (some far less salubrious than others!), they would stop at a tavern for a last alcoholic drink. As soon the mug was drained the prisoner would be back on the wagon to complete the journey to their death. The words of these proclamations, as well as the bell used by the Crier, can be see today in St Sepulchre's Church.

When I became the Town Crier for Thetford, I was the first person to hold that title for almost 100 years, the last being Mr John Clarke just before to just after World War One. However, like other able-bodied men, he went to fight, handing over the twin duties of Town Crier and Bill Poster, to his 15-year-old daughter Florrie. It was a job she did well until the safe return of her father in 1918. Florrie's first cry was about a lost railway ticket.

You can see photographs of Florrie carrying out both her Crier duties and those of Bill Poster on the BBC World War One At Home website at http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p01x25sb (the commentary is me!), and on the ImperialWar Museum website at http://www.iwm.org.uk/collections/item/ object/205125032.

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(<HaPpY bIrThDaY<) _______________ Colin the Caterpillar is turning 25 this September.To celebrate we have launched a limited edition birthday Colin complete with party hat, coloured feet and chocolate coated popping candy!

Colin the Caterpillar 25th Birthday Edition £7.00, 625g Colin the Caterpillar Facts ♥ Since his launch in 1990 M&S has sold more than 7 million Colin the Caterpillar cakes ♥ It takes 38 people to lovingly make Colin from start to finish ♥ Each year M&S uses 8.4 tonnes of sweeties to decorate Colin with his signature markings ♥ Devoted fans have even served Colin the Caterpillar Cake at their wedding ♥ He has many celebrity fans including David Cameron, Boris Johnson and Jessica Ennis!

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MOTORING REVIEW

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By Tim Barnes-Clay, Motoring Journalist Follow on Twitter: @carwriteups

In Britain, the Tucson label was last seen on a Hyundai six years ago.

Back in 2009, it was confidently styled and was more about value for money than class.

However, the South Korean auto maker has done a Phoenix with the Tuscan name, because it has plucked it from from the ashes to appear on the rear of a spanking new, small, sport utility vehicle (SUV).

The hot from the oven Tucson is an attractive little warrior, with looks not dissimilar to a condensed Hyundai Santa Fe. The build quality is loads better than before and the SUV has a range of efficient engines and a safety kit Volvo would be proud of.

Inside, the dials are clear and the switchgear is a cinch to use. There are slabs of spongy soft-touch plastics and an excellent infotainment system, but the cabin doesn’t look as rock ‘n’ roll as, say, the trendy Nissan Qashqai’s.

The car will take four-up comfortably and the load area is good - with 513 litres on offer with the back seats in situ.

This rises to 1,503 litres when the chairs are folded - meaning trips to your local IKEA will become more frequent.

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Under the bonnet there’s a 133bhp 1.6 petrol powered engine and then there are two oil-burners in 113bhp 1.7 and 134bhp 2.0 diesel guise. All of these have front-wheel drive, but for off-tarmac trips, there is also the 174bhp 1.6 petrol turbo and 182bhp 2.0-litre diesel, which are equipped with four-wheel drive. A slick six-speed manual or a smooth changing auto ‘box can be chosen, with the exception of the entrylevel 1.6 which comes with manual only.

There are a bunch of trim levels, too - S, SE, SE Nav, Premium and Premium SE. The models all come with alloys, Bluetooth, air conditioning and six airbags. The flagship Premium SE variant adds heated steering, heated and cooling electric front seats and an electric tailgate.

Behind the wheel, the Tucson offers flexible suspension that can easily deal with scarred tarmac and it’s hushed, too. The most potent 2.0-litre diesel 4WD’s engine’s noise never seems to meddle with conversation in the cabin, and it’s a calm place to be when cruising or snaking along country roads.

Regardless of the easy-going suspension, body roll is respectable. The steering is a little emotionless, but there’s no disagreeable tilting through bends; indeed it all feels very car-like.

The Tucson comes with Hyundai’s five-year unlimited mileage warranty, with prices starting rom £18,695 for the entry-level S trim, up to £32,345 for the range-topping Premium SE model.

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ICENI INTERVIEWS

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Iceni Interviews Edward Couzens-Lake Norfolk born writer specialising in planning, writing and presenting high quality copy of all types.

What inspired you to become a writer and at what age was this? I don’t think I’ve ever

‘become’ a writer; I think I’ve always been onethe difference in other people’s perception of you is when you are published and, steadily, your name and work becomes more and more well known-then you are seen as a writer. But you don’t, in my opinion, suddenly earn the title when that happens. We can all write or we are all capable of doing so. Therefore we are all writers. Being published and writing for your living is just part of the overall process. But the person who writes stories for fun or just to read to their children at bedtime is just as much a writer as I, or anyone is.

Where do you source the content/information for your books and pieces that you write? A lot

of it is just information that I have accumulated over the years and retained to memory, certainly that which relates to Norwich City for example and the books I have written about the club. I also have a huge library of books, magazines, journals and other publications at home, more than I can count really. I see something written down and immediately think “that might be useful one day” and away it goes somewhere.

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I read and assimilate information all the time, not always consciously either-it just settles down

Pictured: Edward (left) alongside ex-Norwich City star Jeremy Goss at the launch of Gossy's autobiography last Summer.

in there (points to head) somewhere. If I am at the supermarket and someone has left their shopping list in the trolley, I’ll read that. If there is something on it that might be a good idea to expand on in a story or something, like, for example, “a pound of grapesgreen, not dark” then I’ll take it away with me. Why must it be only green grapes, why won’t they have dark ones? A whole story, situation or character might come from that.

How many books have you written and which is your favourite? I’ve written nine to date, two of

which were with a client as the ghostwriter for their autobiographies. The one I wrote with Jeremy Goss was one of those that was launched just over a year ago and has had some very good feedback as well as going to reprint, so we’re very pleased about that.

The one I am currently writing is probably always going to be the favourite as, once they are completed and out there, I put one copy on my bookshelf and pretty much move on, they’re history then. But I do love ghostwriting and working alongside people to bring their stories to life and will be doing a lot more of that in the future, including giving anyone who wants to do just that, write and see published their story, the chance to do that with me

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What do you think makes a good read? If you

enjoy a book of any kind then that makes it a good read. I’m not into ‘snobbery’ with books-some people look down their noses at, for example, Jeffrey Archer or, rather the books he writes and the people who read them. I’ve no time for attitudes like that and I dislike the perception that something that is massively popular somehow lacks quality or worthiness. What nonsense. It’s the same with J.K.Rowling, there are people out there, critics –and fancy being paid to have an opinion, we all have opinions so we are all critics, why think your opinion is somehow more worthy?-who don’t like her books or writing, they claim they are too popular and therefore lowbrow.

Again, complete nonsense with added envy. She has sold millions of books and made millions of readers very happy. I salute her and hope, one day, for sales like hers. Far better to do what she has done than write something that is perceived as worthy that no-one ever reads-I won’t name any examples!

Books are for reading, not placing on some kind of intellectual pedestal.

What kind of books do you most enjoy doing and how long does it take to write one? It’s

always going to be the one I am currently working on. I don’t like to categorise myself as a writer or someone who writes specific book types or genres. If the commission I am offered is interesting then I will take it on-and enjoy it. It might be about something which I either have very little knowledge on or have previously never considered doing. But if the idea sparks my imagination, I’ll do it.

As for timescales, most publishers send you that with the contract, telling you, no, commanding you when they expect the manuscript to be delivered. So I take as long as I am given, I rarely ask for an extension and don’t usually finish it weeks in advance either.

I’m terribly chaotic, organisation wise and would probably prosper if someone came in and sorted my working life out for me but at least I can, and am, rigid with deadlines. And publishers like that.

I understand you have close connections with Norwich City Football Club, can you tell us a little about this? Norwich City have been

great with me, very supportive and co-operative.

They don’t have to be. They have their own inhouse media team, who are excellent, and could,

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quite easily, publish their own books about the club as and when they like. It wouldn’t, of course, stop me or anyone else writing about them of course, but they’d be a pretty big competitor to come up against as they’d then hold all the aces-the archive, the access to players, current and past, and, of course, I’d probably no longer have their consent to, for example, use the club badge on a cover, things like that which need their permission to do.

I think they tolerate rather than actually like me. I haven’t written or published anything that might harm the club or be regarded as controversial but then I never would-they help and support me as much as they can or will, I respect them back in return. I’ve never taken their support for granted and never will, so I hope we always get along with each other.

You have a new book published, can you tell us about this and when it will be launched?

I’ve three coming out this Summer, two of which are related to the football club. One is a quiz book about the club called Never Mind The Canaries, the other is a follow up to Norwich City-The Seventies called, not surprisingly, Norwich City-The Eighties. I also have a new book out about the history of football tactics and the people who were behind them called Mapping The Pitch which was hugely interesting to read and research and which, if I’m honest, at least half a dozen spin off books could come. But not yet, I’m hoping to put the football related ones to bed for a little while now.

I’m particularly proud of one which came out earlier this year called It’s Always The Children which I was the ghostwriter for a lovely and remarkable lady called Gillian Large. It’s an emotional and often torrid tale of her growing up in the 1950’s, someone who was born to a Mother who had a wealthy and very privileged upbringing but who was born herself into an inner world of unimaginable squalor and daily chaos, a story that takes you from infancy through to teenage years, womanhood and family with a great mix of modesty, courage and dark humour.

Everyone has a story to be told and a great number of them, for a variety of reasons, need to be told and read. I will, as I alluded to earlier, will be working on a project that will enable people to be able to do just that very soon-so watch this space, or, if you want to know more now, get in touch. ➥ PAGE

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Following the launch what other projects do you have in the pipeline? One is one I have been

wanting to do for years and is related to Norfolk, part of, almost literally, the counties fabric and pattern.

It’s come about as the result of one of the articles I have previously done for Iceni, so, again, it’s one idea begetting another. I’m also, as I think my piece in this month’s edition illustrates, become involved with the story of Norwich’s lifeboat, the Elizabeth Simpson, so I’ll be writing that fine ladies life history.

There’s also a novel on the way, something which all writers say of course, but mine is very real and set in North Norfolk leading up to and into World War Two. Plus lots of other bits and pieces, book and magazine wise.

I’m also getting into radio broadcasting and although my hopefully dulcet tones plus choice of music and conversation is ‘restricted’ to Sussex, where I currently live at the moment, I hope, one day, to have the opportunity to do some radio presenting and programmes in or around Norwich and Norfolk, that would, for me, be an absolute joy to do.

Always busy but always seeking new challenges, work and suggestions, anything at all that people might think I might be able to excel at for them. Just let me know.

Have you any advice you could give to someone who would like to have their work published? I’ve never forgotten the best piece of

advice I was given about what I am doing and so enjoy which was passed onto me by a very successful and well known journalist and writer. He said that the world was full of people who said they were writers or hoping to become one but that, when he asked them if he could see or read some of their work or proposals, was often told that they “...didn’t actually have anything down on paper yet.”

He said if you want to write, especially for a livingthen write. Write every day, devote time to writing regularly, practice your craft, enhance and improve your skills, have a portfolio, have pieces that you can give people to read, show that you want to be a writer by demonstrating it with your work.

Just write. And see what comes from it. You don’t have to be published to be a writer. But if you that is your genuine goal, then let nothing stop you from achieving it-which means start writing today and do so every day.

And enjoy it. Writing is there to make you happy.

So get out there and be happy.

The official launch for Edward’s three new books is at Jarrold in Norwich on Friday September 11th from 6:15pm for 6:30pm in the Pantry Restaurant.

Part of the evening will be dedicated to a quiz about Norwich-the City and its football club.

Tickets are £5 to include a glass of wine or soft drink plus £3 redeemable against purchase of any of the books at the event or you can get three books for the price of two.

Tickets can be bought online, or from customer services on Floor 2. You can also call Jarrold on 01603-660661.

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COMPETITION Iceni Magazine has

a signed copy of Edward Couzens-Lakes ‘The Ultimate Norwich City Quiz Book’ to give away.

To be in with a chance of winning please email your contact details (including address) to: competitions@icenimagazine.co.uk by 30th September 2015.

Please state in the subject line ‘Canaries Quiz Book’.

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THE GARAGE Issue 29 2015

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The Garage Autumn Season Launch

This autumn immerse yourself in great national touring theatre at The Garage. Be transported to a different world in Tortoise in a Nutshell’s The Lost Things, performed in a unique dome structure, pick the soundtrack to Beats North a double-bill of one man plays written by acclaimed playwright Luke Barnes, with live music scratched by award winning DJ Mariam Rezaei, and discover captivating classical Indian Kathak and contemporary dance from Balbir Singh’s Dance company in Dhe Ki Ta. Frozen Light bring their intriguing multi-sensory tale The Forest for teenagers and adults with profound and multiple learning disabilities.

Rhiannon Faith Dancing Theatre once again join The Garage for another madcap scratch performance, Scary Sh*t, daring to suggest a future without fear. If comedy is your bag then prepare to be entertained by the critically acclaimed He Had Hairy Hands a 1970’s detective werewolf mystery reminiscent of The League of Gentleman, take a mischievous jaunt with The Canterbury Tales retold with laugh-out-loud silliness, and in Vanity Bites Back, join aspiring TV cookery host Jill as she searches for self-worth in a cheesecake.

A firm October favourite is the Family Fun Day, join in with free activities including dance, drama, games, face-painting and balloon modelling in the café. Also coming in half term is the unmissable charming family show Annabelle’s Skirting Board Adventure, from the creators of Little Howard, a multi-media adventure with a tiny elephant! Plus Scooby’s Street School returns with two days of dance fun for 7 - 11 year olds.

Beat the autumn blues by staying active with The Garage classes programme. New to the season is Breakdance for ages 7-11, Theatre class for ages 15-19, Yoga bumps for mums-to-be, amongst ballet, pilates, contemporary, musical theatre and more! For those with experience in dance and drama who are looking to further their skills, there are auditions being held in September for The Garage’s Dance Companies; a great opportunity to collaborate with like-minded artists, create great performance pieces and showcase them at local events such as the Halloween Procession and the Christmas Light Switch On. The autumn also brings exciting opportunities to take part in masterclasses and workshops, try hula-hooping or Alexander movement, learn how to mentor the next creative generation or get an introduction to freelance work.

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NOVA SILVER

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Autumn is drawing near, and with those cosier evenings and changes to the weather comes a chance to revamp the wardrobe.

Trends in jewellery often reflect the clothing fashions, but we love that they give you a chance to adopt a new look, without having to change your style top to toe. Let’s explore some of the key trends and how to get the look.

Seventies Glamour It’s all about movement and swing as the 1970’s look is inspiring Autumnal trends. Think chunky bangles, layered looks and texture. Statement pieces about with segmented elements, curtains of fine gauge chain, molten-look metals and silhouettes.

Gems look best in chunky or rough cuts and imperfections such as bands and inclusions add visual appeal. Natural stones with their unusual markings such as turquoise and dendritic agate offer an easy to wear version of this look.

Gothic Revival Part Victorian governess, part Steampunk adventurer with vampish goth and punk elements thrown in this look follows a much more alternative look. For the fully committed hardware inspired pieces featuring buckles, bolts, nails and chains are the go to style. To add an element of this look to your outfit without scaring the neighbours head for blackened, oxidised silver, dark coloured stones or smaller, more discreet pieces such as our Tooth and Claw Raven’s claw pendant.

Geometric The Geometric trend continues unabashed this season, with hard edged, geometric shapes, colour blocking ad cut outs holding centre stage. Nova Silver’s newly launched Geo Diamonds collection is a fantastic and affordable way to add a touch of this look to your outfit. Inspired by our favourite cuts of diamonds, each piece is offered in silver, rose gold or yellow gold plating.

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ACUTE STROKE UNIT FUND

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Issue 29 2015

NNUH Acute Stroke Unit Fund Back at the end of April my wonderful father and grandad to my two young daughters, suffered a massive heart attack, quickly followed by a stroke. He was rushed to hospital via ambulance where he was met and treated by an incredible team of consultants, doctors and nurses.

Louise Cole

The following day he suffered multiple seizures and was transferred to the ITU where he was heavily sedated and assisted to breathe. He was not expected to recover.

However, here we are, 19 weeks on and whilst he is still in hospital, he has been moved to the Acute Stroke Unit and is making reasonable progress. His condition is never likely to allow him to go home but the rehabilitation he has received during his stay on Gunthorpe Ward, is second to none.

We have watched the 71 year old we adore, turn from a strong and capable gentleman into a frail and confused old man, but thanks to the dedication of his care team, we are getting glimpses of his former self; his humour - and love of sweet treats - most especially being indulged!

Recently, members of the unit's care team took time out of their busy working lives to climb Mount Snowden, in order to raise funds to buy a much needed Delta Chair. These incredible people never cease to amaze me and I wish to show my gratitude to them by pitching in to buy another piece of life changing equipment.

I have set up a Just Giving page and in less than two months have raised £1,005, 33% of the £3000 target but I am going to need a wee bit of help to get me to the full amount. https://www.facebook.com/AcuteStrokeUnitFund https://www.justgiving.com/Louise-Cole5/ ✹

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Use of a brand new VW California camper van for the weekend Woman In Black West End Theatre bundle, including tickets and book signed by the author Original framed artwork by international artist Alec Cumming Blacksmithing experience day Pixiwoo make up brushes signed by Nicky and Sam Plus loads more exciting items and experiences

My dad holding my daughter as a baby, before he was ill

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ICENI - HOROSCOPES Issue 29 2015

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Horoscopes For September Aries 21 March - 20 April

Libra 24 September - 23 October

You’ll be keen to knuckle down and get on with any plans or projects you’ve set yourself. And, if you’re not happy with the job you’re doing, you may well be motivated to search for something more interesting. September is also a month when finances look set to improve, boosted by an upturn in your self-confidence and your personal abilities.

Venus dances ahead from September 6th, bringing an end to confusion or frustration around certain relationships. From this point on, you’ll have a clearer picture of how best to proceed. When the Sun arrives into your sign from September 23rd, this encourages you to prioritise your goals and get meaningful projects moving forwards.

Taurus 21 April - 21 May

Scorpio 24 October - 22 November

Frustrations concerning relationships and everyday interactions ease as Venus turns direct from September 6th, bringing a greater chance of harmony and a fresh start.

The Solar Eclipse in Virgo on the 12th can also encourage you to make combining fun and relaxation a regular habit, especially if you’ve neglected any of life’s pleasures more recently.

A friendly focus on your social sector, along with a Solar Eclipse can coincide with a few changes in terms of interests and links to others. You may gravitate towards new friends or a club that provides fresh experiences and expands your horizons in the process. However, the Lunar Eclipse of the 28th September suggests you should pace yourself around both work and play.

Gemini 22 May - 21 June

Sagittarius 23 November - 21 December

Home and family affairs can get a big boost this month, with a Solar Eclipse on September 12th encouraging, potentially radical decisions. If you’ve been considering a move or planning on expanding your property then the chances are it can be all systems go. However, Saturn’s return to Sagittarius mid-month encourages caution in your dealings with certain individuals.

You’ll get a boost this month, as key influences encourage you to be bold, to take on challenges and strive to reach your goals and ambitions. September 12th can coincide with an opportunity that whilst proving to be a bit of a stretch, could be one that catapults you into new territory.

Your social scene looks to sparkle more from September 23rd.

Cancer 22 June - 23 July

Capricorn 22 December - 20 January

Suffered financial delays? Money matters can begin to speed up as Venus pushes ahead from September 6th, plus you’ll likely spot a better deal on big-ticket items you’re keen to purchase. Meanwhile, everyday communications get a boost and this can bring new friends your way, and with a little good fortune, one or two lucrative opportunities as well.

The cosmos encourages you to expand your horizons and be adventurous. Whether this means taking a trip, studying or perhaps learning from a coach or mentor, you’ll do well if you take up the challenge. The Lunar Eclipse of the 28th however, encourages you to harmonise your work life balance. A few tweaks can make a major difference, Capricorn.

Leo 24 July - 23 August

Aquarius 21 January - 19 February

This month’s Eclipses encourage transformation, and it starts with assessing your current situation and realizing that you may need to alter your relationship to long standing issues. Take a look at your talents too, as by showcasing them dazzling new opportunities can show up.

You’ll need to move out of your comfort zone though, to make true progress, Leo.

There’s a chance of a breakthrough in your finances, not only because of Jupiter’s positive new location and influence in your sector of long term resources, but also because of the Solar Eclipse of the 12th which is encouraging fresh approaches. All of this could lead to a potentially lucrative future. However, as Mercury rewinds from midmonth - do take extra care regarding the small-print or details of anything key.

Virgo 24 August - 23 September

Pisces 20 February - 20 March

With a Solar Eclipse in your sign on September 12th events around this time can encourage a bold move or new direction. However, it’s more than just a new beginning - it could be the start of something very substantive, one which can require you to take a true leap of faith. From the 25th, Mars gifts you with plenty of extra vitality and the willpower to overcome niggling obstacles.

Interactions could be potentially life-changing, as an offer or conversation can open exciting new doors for you.

You’ll find others to be a motivating force in your life, pushing you to try things you might not have otherwise.

Connections to others can take on something of a fated quality as the month winds down, especially romantically.

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