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Message from the Editor Once again this year we are happy to support the Village Fête, and in this issue we have a pull-out programme. Thanks to those volunteers who put so much into organising these events. It was work by Ron Hill and a group of volunteers who 50 years ago worked tirelessly to give Scole a playing field. We record these events culminating in the opening of the playing field in May 1959. Many more facilities have been added to the playing field since 1959 and many more are planned for the future, so let us support all fund raising towards this end. We have many interesting articles covering a range of subjects from “History of Scole School” to “Sailing with Pearl” not forgetting part two of our children's story “Micky's Magic Cave”. On page 38 Kim Charles writes a Thank You letter to the village for the support she has received after the closure of the Post Office. We in turn thank her and her staff for supporting the village! Chris Earl. Editor.
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SCOLE SCHOOL A Glimpse at Schooldays in Former Times Even though it was more than thirty years after the school had been built when Richard Clarke was appointed as schoolmaster in 1884, he was the first properly qualified teacher to hold the position. He taught the children of Scole for a little over 37 years and when he started, his wife Mary taught the infants. In later years when she was at home in the schoolhouse, any child who misbehaved was sent to her and made to stand in the corner of the kitchen by the pump for the rest of the day and her stoney stare was said to be more frightening than any conventional punishment. At the beginning of the twentieth century the school catered for children from five to fourteen and the day started at 9.00 am with registration, followed by a hymn and then a scripture lesson with the Rector. In the winter, dinner time was from 12.00 noon until 1.30 pm. Afternoon school again started with registration and finished with another hymn before ending at 4.15pm. In the summer, dinner time lasted till 2.00 pm to allow the children time to take food to their fathers in the fields and afternoon school continued until 4.45 pm. These ‘summer’ times usually lasted from early March to the end of October. In the early 1900s the subjects taught were arithmetic, geography, history, handwriting, composition, transcription, music and conversation, with more religious education from the teachers. In 1911, conversation was dropped in favour of more arithmetic and from 1913 boys over eleven were taught gardening, carpentry and clay modelling whilst the girls learnt nature study, needlework and cookery. For both carpentry and cookery the children walked to Diss for many of their lessons. The long tradition of teaching bee-keeping at Scole school began in 1906 and still flourished, as an after school activity, in the 1970s. In 1915 , all classes were suspended so the children could see how to hive a swarm of bees. It wasn’t until 1918/19 that the children started to use pencil and paper instead of slates. When Mr. Clarke retired in 1922 he was followed by Thomas Jarman and between them they taught at Scole for over 60 years. During that time there were no half-term holidays but the children regularly had days off for such things as the village flower show, the choir outing to Yarmouth, bazaars at the rectory, a flower fete in Diss, the Red Cross fete and the visit of the poultry demonstration train to Diss. They also had days off to celebrate the visits to Norfolk of various members of the Royal Family and an extra week at Christmas 1919 to commemorate signing the peace.
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At times the school was also closed for a day or days because of diseases like whooping cough, chicken pox and measles. An outbreak of mumps in 1909 forced the medical office of health to close the school for five weeks. Each boy had his own garden plot and initially profits from the sales of produce went to them. In 1923 they each received two shillings and ninepence halfpenny and in 1924 it was two shillings and fourpence. Then the money was used to buy ‘extras’ for the school, a gramophone and records, half the cost of a piano, a wireless set, a metal wheelbarrow and a small greenhouse. When Mr. Jarman retired in 1946 the new headmaster was Donald Robinson, who many in the village today will remember, and in his early years the older children were transferred to Diss, first at fourteen and then at eleven, leaving Scole school to cater for the five to eleven year olds much as it does today. Michael and Shirley Hall, 2007
Local children take up bellringing Local children from Scole have been taking weekly lessons in the basics of ringing since February. Last year they had an opportunity to “pull on a rope” at the Activity Mornings at St. Andrew’s Church and also during a school visit when they heard about the various jobs around the church. From these events, 5 children emerged to learn the ancient art of ringing. Once they have obtained the required handling skills, they will get the chance to ring with local ringers and eventually become part of the Scole band and ring regularly.
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Sailing Away. By Pearl Fisher Imagine a magnificent tall ship under full sail, gliding across the moonlit sea and you are at the helm...... Well, a year ago that was me! My inspiration for this adventure started back in September 2007 when I went to the East India Docks in London to support my handicapped nephew/godson in his sponsored climb of the 131ft mast of the tall ship “Lord Nelson”. It was a humbling experience witnessing these handicapped people achieving such a daunting task. Jonathan, who is minus both legs, just one arm and a very useful stump climbed up showing so much strength and determination it brought tears of admiration to my eyes. “I’d love to do that”, I said out loud forgetting all around me were seasoned sailors just dying for new recruits. “You could do it, why don’t you try?” I was assured. Jonathan was quick to encourage me saying, “why don’t you come with me in January Auntie Pearl? I’m sailing around the Canary Islands and you could be my Buddy”. This ship was built to accommodate handicapped people to enable them to crew the ship on equal terms. Each handicapped person has a Buddy making 20 of each on board and 9 permanent crew members. It took me all of one week to organise and I was booked on the voyage with Jonathan. My air ticket booked and insurance with specialised insurers was secured. Christmas came with many nautical pressies - deck shoes, light practical clothing, special gloves for rope handling (essential items I found) even a pinafore emblazoned with Galley Slave for my stint at cooking! On January 11th 2008 my Husband Terry and Jonathan’s wife Caroline waved us off with their blessing. What had I let myself in for? Little did I realise I would experience one of the most diverse and exhilarating experiences of my life.
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We boarded the Lord Nelson at Gran Canaria and were shown to our cabin. I was fortunate to have a bunk as I was travelling with a wheelchair, Jon had the lower bunk and mine was above. It did cause a little amusement while they checked out our relationship (fraternising not allowed). The people with some form of disability were classed affectionately as “Wheelies” and “Wobblies”. The ‘Heads’ consisted of a tiny square space with a loo and showerhead above it (a mental note to diet on my return) and a small wash basin were our luxury facilities. A quick introduction to a few nautical instructions and I still can’t understand why we can’t say STOP instead of WELL or LET GO instead of COME UP. We were all sorted into 4 watches and given our shift rotas, distribution of safety harness and wet weather gear. We were then ready to crew our ship. My nephew set me two challenges, one to master the tying of the Bowline knot (used extensively for hauling wheel-chairs on and off the ship and aloft) and the other to climb the mast. Both these were mastered early on before we set sail. Everyone who was willing to Jon climb the mast was given this opportunity. It is not very easy getting into the Futtocks (those little nests at each level), but the encouragement and sense of achievement is great. Once on the high seas we all crewed the ship with regimented precision. The heads and the decks were scrubbed every morning meticulously (I can see where the term ship shape comes from). The sails were furled, unfurled, sheeted, hauled, set and stowed according to the prevailing wind. Our muscles must have doubled in size heaving on those ropes, but oh what team work and competitiveness between the four watches. Every morning after ‘happy hour’, (our cleaning routine), we were rewarded with ‘smoko’—tea, coffee and homemade cakes hot from the oven. Lunch in the lower mess was always delicious. On one occasion we dined on fresh tuna caught, cooked and served within half an hour to all the crew. SUPER! 9
We all took turns in the galley and those on galley duty had to rise early to serve the full English breakfast with of course the traditional porridge - it would have done a hotel proud. Every watch takes turns to steer the ship, record all the observations, wind speed, temperature and plot the ship’s course etc. This was one of the loveliest times aboard especially on the night watch, watching the sunrise over the horizon and the early dolphins dancing around the ship. Even whales paid us a visit. I did manage to turn the ship a full 90 degrees in mid ocean, later to be rescued by my Jon, after this senior moment - fortunately the Captain was still asleep. One moment Tenerife was on my left and the next we seemed to be heading straight for it—--OOPS! I was also taken by surprise in mid ocean when asked if I would go aloft to unfurl the sails. I was one of the few people already harnessed. Someone had to be harnessed all the time in case of man over board, now it was me. Up I went, quite a different situation to being in dock. It was quite roly up there. I was dispatched to my bed after my descent to avoid seasickness after so long rolling around. It worked and I felt fine but many were sick around me. The comradeship below deck is superb, lots of sea shanties, rum, beer and many stories. Our trips ashore were just as much fun with wheelchair races in the streets, lovely beaches, good food and stunning scenery. The hard work of docking the ship and getting the wheelchairs up and down the ramps was rewarded with the spontaneous opportunities for swimming off shore. The most heart-warming thing is to see the great leveller this experience is for the handicapped and their buddies. It seems quite strange to see a Pearl at the wheel completely blind man showing the newcomers the ropes and so quickly identifying the voices of all those that he met. Everyone has to go at the pace of the slowest person performing that task. All the wheelchairs were hoisted up the masts and many high jinks played in the process.
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Jon climbed the mast again unaided and he was piped down by a Scot with his bagpipes and there wasn’t a dry eye on board. JST (short for Jubilee Sailing Trust) is such a worthwhile charity. This ship is superbly designed to accommodate the most handicapped of people. (This excludes mental handicaps as instructions need to be understood). All floors are fitted with tactile guidance rails, audio compass and similar aids for the blind and vibrators and induction loops for the hearing impaired. Also, there were special straps and fixings on deck for wheelchairs, lifts and of course a medical purser on board who was a good mum to us all and seemed to be always laundering. I have so many personal memories and can’t wait to go again. If anyone is thinking of an alternative holiday, do consider this option - you will not be disappointed. There are also many opportunities for youth training and I can’t think of a better way to instil teamwork and leadership. Back by popular demand are the award winning
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Solo Housing is an independent charity working to house and improve the lives of single homeless people in East Anglia. One of the projects run by Solo Housing is the lodgings scheme which helps single people, for whom there is no statutory housing provision, find affordable accommodation. We achieve this by recruiting new landlords/ladies within the area who have a spare room they would like to let, and match them up with a suitable lodger taking into account the needs and requirements of both parties. There are various reasons why a potential landlord/landlady may be interested such as the children have flown the nest, an additional income is needed or they wish to put a spare room to good use. There is an ongoing need for new landlords/ladies within the area and if you have a spare room it is an excellent way of obtaining an extra tax-free income. It can be extremely rewarding to help a person who for many reasons, such as a relationship break up or loss of employment, find themselves homeless or struggling to find affordable housing. Jane joined us as a landlady in October of last year. She had a spare room and felt it would be a good idea to make good use of it. In December, Sarah found herself in need of accommodation after she had to leave her rented property. Sarah was five months pregnant and desperately needed some stability while she waited for a home of her own. South Norfolk Council put Sarah in touch with Solo Housing and we introduced her to Jane. As Sarah is on benefits she is able to claim Local Housing Allowance and pays this to Jane on a four weekly basis. Many landlords/ladies have been reluctant to take lodgers claiming benefits but Jane’s experience of this has been positive. Both Jane and Sarah found the service that Solo Housing provides to be supportive and informative and would definitely do it again! If you are interested in renting a room or you are single and seeking affordable accommodation please do contact Lisa Hilson on 01379 646952 or 07880 737520. 13
Anne’s Marathon Effort By Chris Earl The London Marathon has become a regular event but entries are strictly limited so when Anne Beckett-Allen of Bungay Road, Scole completed the Bungay Marathon last year, she decided to try her luck at Paris instead. She had completed the Bungay Marathon in 4 hours 5 minutes. Four hours is the standard separating “Runners” from “Joggers” so she was keen to get her time down to under 4 hours and after applying was accepted for the Paris Marathon. The distance from Athens to Marathon is 40 Kilometres. To meet her target this is the distance she must cover in under 4 hours. She set about raising sponsorship, having been involved with the “Friends of Chernobyl’s Children” charity providing a holiday for one of the children each August for the last three years. This charity was her first choice. Through her work at Rosedale, she comes into contact with parents of teenage cancer victims and was moved to help the “Teenage Cancer Trust” in providing a teenage unit at Addenbrookes Hospital - this was her second charity. Anne and husband Simon set off on Friday 3rd April to be in Paris in time for registration. On Saturday, Anne along with many other competitors completed a “fun run” to carry out a survey of the course and to see where Simon would stand. 8.45 am Sunday 5th April, Champs-Elysées and the 33rd International Paris Marathon was underway. The route followed the Seine past the Eiffel Tower and many of the best known tourist sites. Would she break that 4 hour barrier? Avenue Foch - 3 Hours 59 minutes later she discovered she had! (see picture opposite). Young Kenyan Vincent Kipruto beat the event record by close to a minute in an extraordinary performance winning the race in a time of 2 hours 05.47 minutes. Mindful of their children Hattie, Tom and Victoria who were waiting for their return, they left for Scole the same day, getting home at around midnight, tired but exhilarated that she had done it! Anne raised over £1,400 for her charities but is still open to any further donations. You can contact her at Rosedale Funeral home on 01379-640810. (The Modern Marathon is run over 42.195 km., this being the distance covered in the London Olympics of 1908) 14
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Scole Village Fête STATIC VEHICLE DISPLAY At this year’s Scole Fête on 11th July we are planning another show of classic and interesting vehicles. We are asking local vehicle owners to bring their cars, tractors, motorcycles, military vehicles, in fact, anything of any age that can be driven or ridden which will be of interest to others. It would be helpful if you could display information on your vehicle; eg age, mileage, how long you have owned it and previous history etc. If you would like to exhibit your vehicle, please contact Ted Williams on 01379 741192 as soon as possible so that we can plan a safe and interesting layout. Please note that vehicle insurance will be the owners’ responsibility. 15
Diss First Responders We now have 11 fully qualified Responders and remain busy working with the East of England Ambulance Service with several call outs over the past few months. We have a full programme of training planned for the year in addition to continuous fund-raising activities. Recent activities include a very enjoyable visit to Scole WI to show the members our Responder kit and explain what we are trained to do in an emergency. The WI members were shown the complete kit including the defibrillator and were fascinated to see the pulse oximeter in use which was purchased through the generosity of Scole Parish Council. We were thrilled to win the Village Quiz, a very friendly but tightly fought contest and will be so proud to have our name on the shield. Our thanks to Pearl and her team who made it such an enjoyable evening. Future Fund Raising Events are: Charity Clay Shoot - New Date Wednesday 17th June. High Lodge Shooting School, Haw Wood, Hinton, Nr Darsham. Shooters and Golfers to compete, supporters are welcome to join us for lunch and John Bidwell’s demonstration. Further details from Rachel on 740158. Responder Fund Raising Day: Sunday 21st June (Fathers’ Day) at Bressingham Steam Museum - a fun day for the whole family, train & galloper rides and health checks available. Royal Norfolk Show: Wednesday 1 and Thursday 2 July. Responders will be on the East of England Ambulance Service Stand. Scole Fête: Saturday 11 July - Diss First Responders will have a stand. The Big Sing: Sunday 9th August 6.30pm at St. Mary’s Church, Diss with the Choir and Music Group and Diss Salvation Army Band. We hope to see you at any of these events.
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Scole Feather Report
by Trevor Raven
On a Sunday morning in early May, we visited the new nature reserve on the Scole/Diss borders. The entrance is just off Sawmills Road. It consists of a large reed bed bordered on its right by the river Frenze and a small lake at its left end. There is a wood at the rear. A boardwalk runs around the western edge with two viewing platforms allowing good views of the reed bed. It was very quiet with no-one around; just bird song filling the air. Next to the boardwalk sat a Whitethroat on a stalk making its raspy little tune. We walked down the bank on to a track by the reedbed. Sedge warblers were singing in the reeds, and a chiffchaff was in full song from a tree at the edge of the wood. Chiff chaff, chaff chiff continuously. It can be a bit monotonous. Somewhere in the wood I could make out a Blackcap singing his beautiful song. Two wrens were in a noisy singing dual and a family of Moorhens were on the river. As we walked towards an owl box located high on a pole I heard a loud screech and a Barn Owl flew low over the reeds. A jackdaw sitting on the box flew off in a hurry, but the owl did not land and carried on - perhaps he saw us. We then drove to the Lackford Lakes Reserve near Bury St. Edmunds. Swifts were flying overhead. They will be in Scole any day soon. Three Nightingales were in full song at the reserve entrance. The habitat looks so similar it would be lovely to think that a nightingale could someday appear on our own little reserve. Keep your eyes open for a Red Kite. This magnificent bird has been seen along the A143 towards Bungay. He could easily drift over Billingford and Scole in his search for carrion on the road or in the fields. Kites will also fly over gardens, so someone could be in for a big surprise. We already have a resident pair of Buzzards, so be careful not to confuse the two. Note the shape of the wings, and the tail (see page opposite). The Swallows returned to Scole on April 10. They are now happily swooping around the village catching flies. Already, some have begun to build their nests in the Foreman’s barn. Before May is out, the first brood could also be flying, and learning how to catch their food. For the fourth successive year our Turtle Dove returned to Bungay Road. He appeared on April 28 on the wires above Alan and Mary’s garden, and was happily singing his soft purring song. He had flown from somewhere south of the Sahara, thought to be Mali or Senegal. He had survived crossing the desert and the guns of the hunters waiting for him in Southern Europe. Now he will try to attract a mate and together build a platform of twigs and grass. Here they will hopefully rear their young, as they did last year, before returning to Africa. Good luck to them. 19
The Scole Playing Field Project by Chris Earl In February 1953 during the planning of the celebrations for the forthcoming Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II that year, the Rev. Purser proposed that a playing field be obtained for the village. After the celebrations, Chairman of the committee Donald Robinson stated that with the £28-6-1½ surplus from the Coronation fund “chapter two is just about to begin”. A playing field committee was formed representing various organisations:W I, Women's Fellowship, Thelveton Ladies Guild, Scole United FC, Scole Parish Council, The British Legion, Church Council, Chapel Council, Scole & Thelveton CC, Thelveton WM Club and Scole & Thelveton Bowls Club. The Chairman was Rev. H E L Clements, Vice Chairman Mr D Robinson and Hon. Sec. & Treasurer Mr R Hill. Ron Hill and Les Pretty set about finding a suitable field. The field at the top of Ransome Avenue, farmed by Fred Constance, was chosen but first they had to approach Thelveton Estates land agent whose question was, “how much have you got?” The reply was £28-6-1½. Sir John Mann agreed to its sale to the village for £100 to cover the legal costs. The committee now began to raise funds for the purchase and development of the field. Concert parties were held at the village hall, fêtes held at The Paddocks and Thongers Meadow and it was here that a ladies ankle competition George Constance looks on as the village was held. The contestants boys set off to work on the field. lined up behind a tarpaulin sheet and George Buckle had the task of judging the most attractive ankles! The winner was Irene Hill and Ron Hill remembers the cries of “fixed” once she was announced the winner, but he knew his wife's ankles outshone all others. A regular visitor to all the fêtes was a man from Walsham-le-Willows, because he had built up a herd of pigs from his prowess at “bowling for a pig”. As far as anyone can remember, he always left with the pig. In addition to fund raising, a loan from The National Playing Fields Association was provided. The Ministry of Educations’ grant was delayed by a myriad of red tape but thanks to the Cricket Club, The Lord’s Taveners came to the rescue with a grant just in time. 20
Work then commenced on draining, ploughing, levelling, fencing and seeding (by hand) of the football field and cricket square. At the same time, the Thelveton Bowls Club moved from Sir John Mann’s lawn to their new green at the playing field. It took two years for the club led by Fred Constance and Bill Chapman to prepare the high standard of green required for league bowls. Ditching around the green and drainage was as much a problem here as in other parts of the field due to heavy blue clay just below the surface. The old football pavilion rescued from Sir John Mann's coal shed after World War 2 now had yet another move to the new playing field where it became the base for footballers, cricketers and bowlers of the now re-named Scole & District Bowls Club. 50 years ago on May 16th 1959 Sir Edmund Bacon, President of the Norfolk Playing Fields Association cut the ribbon and the new playing fields were open! Ron Hill gave thanks to all those who had helped stating, “We now have a playing field second to none”.
Sir Edmund with Rev. Clements, Ron Hill and Sir John Mann.
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South Norfolk Festival of the Arts Make Do and Mend 100th Memorial Bomb Group, Dickleburgh Saturday 8 August 2009 2pm – 7pm Located in the restored control tower this museum offers a unique snapshot of everyday life on an American Air Force base in World War II. This event provides an opportunity to visit the museum and enjoy outdoor theatre where you will be transported back to times long past, taste wartime rations, tea, and spam sandwiches. Enjoy a selection of wartime musical favourites performed to recapture moments from film and stage. An authentic 1940’s Punch and Judy show will entertain children and adults alike. The whole family can come along and find plenty on offer. Suitable for all ages. Tickets are available on the day. Adults £5.00
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Farming Diary By Sue Redgrave
All In a Day’s Work - The Stockman It’s 5.30am and another busy day and calving time on the farm. The first job of the day is to check the cattle yards and spray the navels of any newborn calves to prevent infection and also make sure they have suckled and tagged them (for identification), noting the cow and calf numbers to input to the computer later and checking on the other cows that are in labour. On to the cow unit; same procedure, assisting with calving as and when required, with 300 cows to calf within the first 4 weeks of the season - there is no time to loiter. The cows and calves that are already out on the meadow will have to be looked at, checking that all is well. Back to the farm to check the fattening cattle for any signs of illness or injuries and give them clean bedding and feed them. Time for breakfast, which may be hurried, but only after all the calving cows have been checked again. They need to be looked at every 4 hrs, more often if calving has started. After breakfast, sort any problems that may have occurred, such as broken machines and fences etc. Order feed and medicines as required, prioritise grassland field work, harrowing, rolling or fertiliser spreading. Lunchtime, again hurried. After lunch, de-bud the calves born in the last two days. This will stop the horns from growing. Put cow and calf out on the meadow with their herd, making sure they stay mothered up, which means that they will be with others that they recognise. Cattle ready to be sold need to be picked out, up to 24 at any one time, ear tag numbers noted. Passports and paperwork will need to be prepared back at the office later, re-batching those left and altering diet sheets for the next day. In between all this, calving cows need to be watched carefully. Back home, late evening for dinner, out again at 10.30 pm to do the rounds once more, most cows calf late pm or early am. The stockmen only have a few hours rest in this period but regardless of the time of day they must do their utmost to have a live calf and keep a live cow. The lorry to take the fat cattle away will arrive at 5am the next morning. The passports are handed over and then the whole procedure starts again, but IT’S ALL IN A DAY’S WORK! (Thanks to Alistair for his notes.)
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Scole Primary School On April 1st 2009, Scole Primary School worked with visitors from the SCVA (Sainsbury Centre of Visual Arts). In the morning, the SCVA brought some objects in from the countryside. We all picked an object each and wrote a little bit about our objects and drew them. Next, we sorted them into old and new sections. We all had different opinions, some of the class agreed but others disagreed. Later in the morning, we had some artefacts that would normally be behind glass cabinets at the SCVA. We put some latex gloves on and then we were allowed to touch and hold the objects. All of the objects were interesting and unusual. In the afternoon, we looked at our countryside. We had to pick an animal from the countryside and we were allowed to make it in clay. Most of us made different animals then once we had finished, the artist took our clay animals home to fire them in her kiln. To complete our day we sat in a circle, on mats on the field, and told a story. One person started and then it went around the circle and every time it came to a person in the circle we added a bit to the story. We all enjoyed ourselves and would like to do it again! By Emma Rush and Bradley Dyer
Key Stage One Dance Festival On Tuesday 28th April all the year two and three pupils in Class 2 travelled by bus to Diss High School to take part in the Key Stage 1 Dance Festival. This event was organised by the School Sports Partnership and Scole joined three other local primary schools to spend the morning learning an exciting dance routine. All the pupils were taught different short routines by year ten sports leaders and were able to mix with pupils from other schools within their groups. At the end of the morning, everyone was able to showcase their excellent routines to the music from High School Musical. They were a credit to Scole School. *************************** On Tuesday Class 2 went to a dance festival. It took place at Diss High School in the girl’s gym. First, we did a warm up to a High School Musical song. Then we were introduced to the year ten girls who would be teaching us our dance. We all had group numbers and I was in a group with Aimee and Lydia and some other people. I really enjoyed the dance festival. My favourite part was when each group had to perform in front of everybody. Finally we did a cool down and said thank you to everybody who had helped. Then we got on the bus and went back to school. I loved it and I wish I could do it again. By Holly Martin 24
SCOLE VILL AGE FETE 2 pm
SATURDAY
11
TH
JULY
2009
Playing Field, Ransome Avenue, Scole
Competitions A PHOTOGRAPH TAKEN in SCOLE in 2009 Age categories: 11yrs & under / 12 - 15yrs / 16yrs & over Prize : £10 & rosette to the winner in each category
PAINTING or DRAWING which includes a RAINBOW Age categories: pre school / 5 - 8yrs / 9 - 11yrs Prize : £5 & rosette to the winner in each category
5- a- S i d e
Football Tournament
f o r t h e WATERFI ELD SHIELD B e s t- D r e s s e d S t a l l C o m p e t i t i o n This Year's Theme - Rainbow Colours WIN £10
HEATWAVE, HAILSTO NES OR HURRICANE - COME PREPARED!
2.00 pm
Opening Ceremony
2.15
Judging of Best - Dressed Stall
3.00
Mediaeval Stocks 21st Century Wet Sponges Needed: Rowdy Crowd!
3.45
Presentation of Competition Prizes (Photographs, Paintings, Best - Dressed Stall) paintings/drawings and photographs on display in the main hall
4.00
Egg - Throwing Competition (adults only!)
4.30
5- a- Side Football Final
5.15
Presentation of 5- a- Side Football Medals and Waterfield Shield
5.30
Grand Raffle Draw
5.45
Close and Clean Up
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(Timings are approximate and subject to last- minute changes ~up -to- date programmes will be displayed on the day)
5- a-Side Football Tournament throughout the afternoon Train Rides ~ Bouncy Castles ~ Bungee Run ~ Bar Barbecue ~ Ice Creams ~ Tea & Cakes ~ Music Fire Engine ~ Face Painting
Stalls, Games, Displays, Raffles Adult Tombola Children's Tombola Top 'o' the Range Bric- à - Brac Stall Hook-a- Duck Painted Wounds- ugh! Lucky Dip
Mediaeval Stocks- volunteers invited! Sweets in a Jar Hand-crafted Jewellery, Stones, Crystals and Angel Card Readings Splat The Rat Putt the Golf Ball Target Bowls Parent/Child Challenge- Hula Hoop your way to
fame - how long can you keep it up! Bowl for a Pig Football Penalty Shoot - Out
50/50
Game - Win Half A Bucket of Cash! Cake Stall Diss Meccano Club (bigger display this year plus
Spares 'n' Spanners to try your hand) Name the Duck Hoopla Static Vehicle Display Grand Raffle. Top prize: £50, 2nd £25 plus Dinner for Two at the Scole Inn, free car valet courtesy of Jade Motors
ALSO 144 - square raffle boards in Scole Stores and Scole Sports Pavilion. 50p per square.
This Year WIN Cash Prizes of £30 / £20 / £15
PRE - FETE
FUN QUIZ SATURDAY
27 TH JUNE 2009
(TWO WEEKS BEFORE THE FETE)
STARTS at
7.30 pm
Sports Pavilion Ransome Avenue, Scole Teams of up to
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£5 PER TEAM - EVERYONE IS WELCOME -
- BRING YOUR OWN NIBBLES -
- RAFFLE - BAR This Year's Quiz Master is Scole's answer to Anne Robinson
Scole & Thelveton Cricket Club by Chris Earl In our last issue we looked at how in 1947 the post-war Scole United Football Club was formed using a field to the rear of the present playing field. At that time a cricket pitch was laid down by Scole & Thelveton CC on the same field, known as Scole Meadow. Roly Lines was the groundsman and spent long hours preparing a magnificent square ready for the first match against Kerrison School on 17th June 1950. Scole United FC played the same school in their first post-war game. Unlike the footballers who won their game, the cricket club lost their match by 112 runs. It was a poor start with Gerry Patterson top scorer with 14 runs. However, following this defeat the team went on to some outstanding victories. The 1950 team was: D Robinson, C Buggs, G Patterson, R Lines, A Bloomfield, S Foreman, C Patterson, P Alexander, S Soutan, H Howlett and R Bowles. In the early 50’s, Harry Howlett became a national record holder in Wisden by taking 11 wickets in a 12 a side match. It is not known if this record is still in tact. In 1956 at the age of 15, Brian Foreman was tossed a ball by Headmaster Donald Robinson and told to turn up for the next match. His confidence was well placed as Brian went on to become a formidable fast bowler and was soon opening the bowling with Maurice Bentley. It was this pairing of Foreman and Bentley that saw the club rise to their greatest triumph at Hoxne in 1959. Batting first, Hoxne were dismissed in 56 balls for a score of 6 including 5 extras. The Scole & Thelveton bowling figures were:B. Foreman 5.0 overs 4 maidens 1 run 8 wickets M. Bentley
4.2 overs
5 maidens 0 runs 1 wicket The team went on to more victories. Another notable win was against Diss 2nd X1 in 1972. After scoring 196, Scole proceeded to bowl out Diss for 10 in 14 overs, Brian Foreman taking 5 wickets and Maurice Bentley 3. Dick Joice, the original Bygones Presenter at a Charity match to raise funds for Church rebuilding following the fire in 1963. He is pictured in front of the old pavilion with Marion Chapman the Club scorer at her desk. 29
Women’s Institute On Thursday 2nd July we will be meeting in a member’s garden for a sociable strawberry tea. This is an afternoon meeting starting at 2.15pm. Thursday 6th August is back to evening meetings when Pat Fill will entertain us with her talk “Back to Basics”. The competition is to write a limerick starting “On the day that I lost my knickers...” September 3rd will be a talk by Ian Sturgeon about “Serving with the band of H.M. Lifeguards”. The competition is to make a homemade musical instrument.
Scole Pre-School This year the Pre-School will be celebrating their 40th Anniversary and is still going from strength to strength. May saw a fair organised with all the usual stalls for which we thank all who helped in any way. In June, our Annual outing will be to the Dinosaur park, also a Mini Sports Day planned for July with the help of Ian Constance.
Scole Mothers’ Union Christian Care for Families A short service of Holy Communion preceded our meeting in February conducted by Rev. Riess. A video from the "Home Pack" was shown in March when Lynda Mansfield spoke to members about the work of the Mothers' Union overseas. A shared lunch preceded the April meeting when our guest speaker, Rev. Margaret Doggett joined us for lunch, and then spoke to us about the stained glass windows in King's College Chapel in Cambridge. Future meetings: 18th June - The M.U. Archdeaconry president, Suzanne Jones will be the guest speaker and will explain the work of the M.U. in the Diocese. 9th July - An outing to Bury St. Edmunds has been arranged. 20th August - We will be holding a social afternoon. Meetings take place in the Church at 2.15pm - All are welcome to join us. 30
Thoughts from the Rectory ‘Then he said to him, “Follow me!” ’ I don’t know about you but I admire some people and look up to them. Only recently, on April 20th in the EDP, there was an article about the Canon Michael Woods, then Rector at Great Yarmouth. I’d known Michael in my 10 years at Gorleston. He was a distinctive personality with great wit and the ability to speak on any topic at any time. He was also heavily involved in lots of different voluntary organisations throughout the Yarmouth area. I can’t help it, but I admired Michael and only wish I’d had some of his spontaneity and the time to give to so many folk. I think we all have people we look up to if we are honest and in truth we need such people because it brings the best out in us. The disciples of Jesus had their own jobs - fishermen, tax-collectors etc but Jesus challenged them to follow him. They did for three years and then Jesus pressed the ‘selfdestruct button’ - and he was crucified on a cross. Three days later he came back to life and met up with his disciples. Again, he challenged them to follow him. Have your heroes, your celebrities, film stars, cult figures etc, .... but If you follow them you will be disappointed. Only by following Christ Jesus, the risen and ascended Lord, will your hunger be satisfied. May you follow the way of Jesus - he will never let you down and he will always be there for you, come what may. With every blessing Trevor
Church Contact Details Priest-in-Charge Church Wardens Scole Reader Church Secretary Scole Billingford
Rev. Trevor Riess, The Rectory, Mill Lane, Scole IP21 4DB
Tel: 742762
Maurice Cormack Kay Travers Sue Auckland
Tel: 741197 Tel: 741054 Tel: 740325
Honor Worthington Brian Nunn
Tel: 687285 Tel: 740723
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From the Records Baptisms
March 1st
Thomas PADDISON
April 19th
Ronald HUMPHRIES
Thanksgivings & Dedications
Nil
Marriages
Nil
Funerals
Jan 30th
Thelma PRYCE (94)
Various Items: Church Officers - Maurice Cormack continues as Churchwarden at Scole and is now joined by Kay Travers. There are no Churchwardens at Billingford but Brian Nunn continues as Secretary and Treasurer. At Scole Gordon Larkins takes over as Treasurer. Films for Everyone - Sense and Sensibility - Friday June 26th - 7pm; Scole Church. We shall be taking a break in July and August and restart at the end of September. Thank you to all who have supported us over the past year. The Four Churches Festival - Thank you for your support again. We hope you enjoyed it as much as in previous years. Coffee Mornings - 10am - 11.30am - Scole Church - 1st Thursday of each month - June 4th, July 2nd and August 6th. Have you got an hour or two free each week? Scole Church is desperate for church cleaners. It’s great to have the church open daily but we want to maintain its care and keep it clean. If you can help in any way, even if it’s just ‘now and again’, please contact Georgie O’ Shaughnessy (740127) or Rev. Trevor (742762) Churchyards - Help is always required to maintain the churchyards and I’m sure you will agree that they have never looked better. Many thanks to Rob and Brenda La Gros at Billingford and Gordon Larkins at Scole for organising their maintenance. If you can offer any extra help to support them please contact Rob or Brenda on 740323 or Gordon on 742713. Scole Gift Weekend - July 4/5. The usual gift envelopes and letter will go out to the local community. On the Saturday, the church will be open all day and we hope to have a strawberry tea in the afternoon. At 11.00am on Sunday there will be a celebration of Childhood. We have got children from Class 3 of Scole School involved. On Monday evening there will be a ‘Prayer and Praise’ service in church at 7pm. 32
Oaklands Residential Home would like the wider community to be more actively involved in the home. The Church folk hope to run a regular (monthly) afternoon tea with raffle starting on Friday June 5th at 3pm. If you would like to be involved or know more, then contact either Rev. Trevor on 742762 or Carol Larkins on 742713. Activity Mornings - We have held these for a number of years in Scole church on Thursdays in August. We intend to do likewise this year - August 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th. There will be games, activities, things to make, refreshments ........no charge is made but we welcome donations towards the running costs. Children need to be accompanied by an adult. Billingford Flower Festival - Saturday Aug. 29th - Monday Aug 31st. Billingford Church will be open with displays, stalls, refreshments etc and on the Sunday at 10.30 am there will be a ‘Songs of Praise’ service. A new Friday night club started on May 8th at the community Centre, Ransome Ave. It runs from 7pm - 9pm each Friday in the term and is open to all young people aged 11 - 16. It is 50p (plus the cost of any refreshments) and includes various activities such as music games, chat, films, pool, rounders, football, wii, special events, trips discussion etc. Please contact any of the following for more information - Roz Barnett (740303), Ian Constance (740265), Sue Auckland (740323) or Anthea Pryce (740903) An advance notice for your diary .... Each year in the Benefice we hold a Memorial Service. This year it will take place on Sunday September 13th at 6pm in Brockdish Church. Anyone is welcome to this service in which we remember the lives of loved ones we no longer see in this life. Can you write a poem, write a song to a popular/familiar tune or draw a picture on the subject of SUNFLOWERS? In the last few weeks, the local Anglican churches distributed a small packet of sunflower seeds to every household in the area. The hope is that folk plant the seeds and get much pleasure from them. We also hope that those people who receive these seeds and live in areas that receive the PostHorn or Mardler will be inspired to write a poem, or a song or draw a picture about SUNFLOWERS. This is not a competition but an opportunity to ‘have a go’. The results will be used within the Scole Benefice starting with the Benefice Service at Billingford on August 30th. If you are inspired then please send your contribution to Rev. Trevor Riess, the Rectory, Mill Lane, Scole. IP214DB by Sunday August 16th. We look forward to your contribution with anticipation. 33
June Sunday
Services for Scole and Billingford 7
9.30 for 9.45 am Scole 11 am Scole 9.30 am Billingford 11 am Scole
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21 9.30 for 9.45 am Scole 11 am Scole 9.30 Billingford
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Lighthouse MP HC HC Lighthouse MP MP HC Patronal Festival Celebration Service
July Sunday
5
9.30 for 9.45 am Scole 11 am Scole 9.30 am Billingford 11 am Scole
Sunday
12
Sunday
19 9.30 for 9.45 am Scole 11 am Scole 9.30 am Billingford
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11 am Scole
Lighthouse Celebration of Childhood HC HC Lighthouse MP MP HC
4.30 pm Scole
Celebration Service
6 / 6.30 Burston
Deanery Service
August Sunday
2
9.30 for 9.45 am Scole 11 am Scole 9.30 am Billingford 11.00 am Scole
Sunday
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Sunday
16 9.30 for 9.45 am Scole 11 am Scole 9.30 Billingford
Sunday
23
Sunday
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Lighthouse MP HC HC Lighthouse MP MP HC Benefice Songs of Praise
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SCOLE VILLAGE FETE - 2009 Children's Colour/Painting Competition!!! (All pictures need to include a Rainbow) Max.size A4 (21x30cm) Age Groups: Pre-school, 5 - 8yrs, & 9 - 11yrs ALL ENTRIES MUST BE IN NO LATER THAN FRIDAY, 26TH JUNE Please contact: Linda on Tel: 01379 741187 for more details (DON'T FORGET TO INCLUDE YOUR NAME & AGE ON THE BACK OF YOUR PICTURE!) WINNERS WILL BE DISPLAYED ON THE DAY!!!
********************* PHOTOGRAPH COMPETITION Subject : A PHOTOGRAPH TAKEN in SCOLE in 2009 (a slight change from the originally advertised subject which was An Image Of Scole In 2009) Entry is free and age categories are : 11yrs and under, 12 - 15yrs and 16yrs & over. You may enter up to 3 photographs (maximum size 7” x 5” including border ). To enable the return of all entries, please write your name, telephone number and age category on a label and adhere to the back of each photograph. Seal your photos in an unmarked envelope and submit your entry to the collection point at Scole Stores before the deadline date of Monday 6th July. After the closing date, an independent judge will choose the best photographs and all entries will be on display at the Fête. Prizes : £10 and a rosette to the winner in each category. 37
Scole Village Stores At 3.00pm on Monday 13th October, Rick Wakeman became the last person to use Scole Post Office. It was with a heavy heart that I carried out this transaction knowing that this was the last item that would be posted from the Post Office in Scole. When I was told about the possible closure in January 2008, I had kept hoping that with the backing of the village, which on the whole we received, and with our submission to the Post Office closure team, we had a chance of a reprieve, but alas no, it seemed that Scole was to close and that the decision had already been made. The next few weeks after closing were quite worrying to say the least. Would you the village keep using the shop after the Post Office had gone, or would you, being forced to find another Post Office, use their shop instead? It has now been six months since the closure of the Post Office and I’m happy to say that the people of Scole have showed their continuing support for the shop, as we have noticed little difference in the number of people coming through the door. I knew life would have to continue after the Post Office closures, but I was wary of sticking my head in the sand and just presuming that life would continue on in the same way. I really must say a big thank you to everyone, not just the villagers of Scole, but everyone for supporting us at Scole Village Stores and for your continued interest in how ‘things are going’. It is reassuring to know that you care, and rest assured that we will endeavour to continue with our village shop for as long as we are able to and for as long as there is a need, which I hope will be for a good few years yet. Nearly all of us use supermarkets from time to time, but I still feel there is a role for a village shop. It’s not just a shop but a social centre where people meet, buy an ice cream (yes the freezer is ordered but apparently these things take time!!), and stop for a chat. Do You Need help setting up or using your computer?
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Harley’s Hints Pruning
by Stan Harley
When pruning a half-standard apple tree, cut back to fruit buds to encourage the formation of compact spurs. Leading shoots are thinned to allow air and light to reach all the branches. To prune an old apple tree, remove some inward growing branches with a saw. Large wounds left by the saw are pared smooth with a knife, they are then covered with a wound dressing as a protection against infection.
Scole Dominoes Club This year’s season has now finished. All cups and trophies have been played for. In the last of the competitions, Richard and June were Scole's representatives in the League pairs. They reached the semi-final but were beaten in a very close game by the eventual winners. Likewise our Captain Peggy got through to the semi-final in the League Captains Cup competition; this was another close game. The team has had the best season since we were formed 5 years ago and are now feeling confident in our play against very much more experienced players. The team have played with enjoyment and enthusiasm. We now look forward to the next season with renewed confidence. The team will meet throughout the summer months at the Community Centre on selected Tuesday evenings. If anyone feels they would like to play this challenging but fun game then call Peggy on 740986 or June on 740902. We look forward to hearing from you.
Village Quiz Thanks to all for the fantastic turnout for this annual event on 24th April at the Community Centre. 14 teams representing organisations in the village took part with Diss First Responders winning the shield. This very social event provides a great opportunity for the whole village to come together. I have had many requests to hold these more often, so we might have another one in the autumn. I will keep you posted. Pearl Fisher.
Homewatch This is a reminder to everyone during the beautiful weather of the possibility of opportunist thieves in the vicinity. Please be aware that open windows and unlocked doors are an invitation to uninvited guests. When working in the back garden remember to lock your front access and also any parked cars on the driveway. 39
SCOLE AND DISTRICT BOWLS CLUB One of the great reasons for living in Scole, other than being able to enjoy the comradeship of the Bowling Club, is that, in this village, the weather seems to be far superior to that enjoyed by our neighbours in Diss. April has been a particularly sunny month here so our decision to completely repaint our premises, inside and out, before we opened up for a new season, was a good one. We are very proud of the efforts of so many members who gave their time to such good effect. The winter rains has meant that moss on the green has been more prevalent than normal but Vic Buckle, our greenkeeper, has worked wonders to combat it and produce a green of such good condition. We ‘Opened the Green’ on Sunday, 26th April. Nearly all our members, who weren’t on holiday, turned out and had a splendid afternoon bowling in a friendly competition under a hot sun; so different from the following day when the heavens opened and we received a goodly drenching. Even in Scole, ‘the rain falls on the just and the unjust.’ We hope this is not set for the next four months for we have a full calendar of league matches as well as ‘friendlies’ to get through. Following the success of the visit to us of the Norfolk E.B.A. Past Presidents team last season, they have requested a return match this year, so we eagerly look forward to that again in August. We have had a busy social calendar over the winter to raise funds for green maintenance. These are always very costly but, without a good green, we don’t have a club. We have enjoyed a Christmas Quiz evening, Christmas Bingo, a Darts and Games evening, a Horse Racing Night and a Buffet/Dance at the Diss Golf Club. Countryside, Conservation & Tree Services All aspects of Tree Surgery Hedge Laying and Trimming Fruit Tree Pruning - Tree and Hedge Planting Mark Bleay BSc (Hons) Leylandii Management Tel: 01379 651 064 Mobile: 07702 642 463 Email: markbleay@btinternet.com Website: www.cctrees.co.uk
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Poppy Volunteers Needed Could you spare the time to help collect for the Poppy Appeal in Scole ? • The Royal British Legion has an urgent need for volunteers in the Scole area. The Poppy Appeal is as relevant today as it has always been particularly with the current conflicts involving the British Forces, so The Royal British Legion in Norfolk has launched its Poppy People campaign to recruit a new generation of volunteers. • We often hear of people who are disappointed that they have not seen any poppies in their area. • It is not widely known that there are over 10.5 million people eligible for Legion assistance, and sadly, within that figure over 1 million ex-armed forces members are living on less than £5,000 per year. One in six of our applications for assistance is received from ex-service men and women under 30, highlighting the need of those returning from the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. • Every year the general public wants to remember those who gave their lives for their country and help provide services for those who have served in the armed forces. It is therefore crucial to have people in place to ensure the public can get poppies in time for Remembrance Sunday. • Crucial to the success of the Legion’s Annual Poppy Appeal is its army of volunteer organisers and collectors who help with the distribution of poppies, counting donations and, of course collecting on streets, shops and in workplaces. • We now urgently need volunteers who can help with the Appeal. If you can spare some of your very valuable time (as little as 2 hours) to help organise the Poppy Appeal in the Scole area, collect in your village, or your place of work, please contact :Erica Sayer – Community Fundraiser 01362 860667 Email : esayer@britishlegion.org.uk For more information visit www.britishlegion.org.uk 42
by Rolph Tipoy It seems a long time ago now. The blue moon and scarlet sea are long behind me, but my adventures are just beginning. How could I possibly know what lay between the Great Chasm and the Cantellian Void. I had to make a choice, once made it could not be reversed. The wave overcame everything.
Part 2 The Finding Sunday morning started bright and sunny, the sea shimmering in the sunlight and the waves gently lapping the seashore. What a difference to the stormy days previously. The forecast was for a further three days of good weather and calm seas. Great news for those other treasure hunters that were combing the area that day. Micky gazed out over the scene. Who were these people? Charlie had gone out to visit his grandparents with his mother and wasn’t available to help him re-find his treasure today. This was inconvenient, but not disastrous. He felt he could handle the situation even though nobody would know where he was. The question was how could he get himself down to the cliff base without the others following him? Maybe through curiosity or through pure luck, there was a chance they’d see him go there. The four boys were around his age, not from his area though. They also wore some strange clothing that he hadn’t seen before. Apart from those lads and himself, the beach was quite deserted. Micky thought he knew all of the local lads from the nearest villages but couldn’t quite place where they might have come from. On closer inspection from his hidden viewing area in the sand dunes, he couldn’t see any forms of transport on the beach. No bikes, no cars, no boats? The boys were studying the area very closely, and looked lost or something. Walking back and forth, looking more out to sea than being interested in searching the sands and rocks, they made their way towards the area that Micky was guarding closely. This wasn’t very good, how could he protect his newly found treasure if they were there?
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The four boys kept on walking, occasionally glancing out to sea, but heading for the cliff base. It was as if they knew where they were going? Micky popped a ‘gobstopper’ into his mouth and sucked hard on the sweet in concentration. He could only follow them for so long. The tide was going out, it looked like they might be missing someone or something. Never mind, the idea was to keep in cover, skulking below the sand dunes and not allowing them to see what he was up too. The boys eventually disappeared around the cliff base and this gave him a chance to run up to the shelter of the rocks where he had originally found the ‘gold plate’ treasure. Peering over the top of one of them, he cautiously edged forward, walking partly around it to try to catch a glimpse of them. The vast sandy stretch of beach on the other side was completely empty. The boys had gone, the cliffs deserted, with the exception of some very noisy seagulls squawking and screeching over a piece of a rocky outcrop for their nest site. He scratched his head, was he dreaming? Just above his head, about eight feet in height and around three feet in width, was a hole in the cliff. A cave perhaps? It wasn’t there before, how could he have missed it? He checked his wristwatch, five minutes to eleven, he had to be back for dinner at two o’clock so there was time to take a look inside. Perhaps the boys he’d seen earlier were in there, what if they were, would they harm him? Too late to ask himself any more questions, there was no sign of the pile of rocks he’d stacked up earlier so the storm must have washed them away. He’d find the spot again later. Right now he wanted to know what was in this new cave and find out what the boys were doing inside. The climb was short, only about six feet above the sand and not too tricky to get into the entrance. He’d soon find out what was in their secret hideout if indeed they were inside. It was really dark in there, about four feet into the entrance the rocks fell away to the left. He stood up and moved forward, keeping a close eye out for anything out of the ordinary. There was complete silence except for the crashing sound of the waves behind him and the drip, drip, drip of water leaking from the rock inside. Lucky he had his torch with him which he kept for emergencies late at night. The ground that fell away to the left was stairs - great! A nice easy way to get in! Micky squinted into the gloom and darkness, the light from his small torch could not light much of the area inside, although it was enough to allow him to see how to walk down the stairway reasonably safely. 44
It was quite large once he’d gone down thirty to forty yards. The height of the cave had also increased to a huge hundred feet or so. Looking around, he couldn’t help noticing several batches of very large, bright and differently coloured stalactites hanging down from the ceiling. They glistened with rainbow hues dancing around them. Still no sign of anybody moving around or any activity at all. He moved further forward, checking to make sure he could still see the stairs proceeding down in front of him, the light from the cave entrance now shining through but more dimly behind. He scanned a group of stalactites to his right with the torch. They twinkled and bathed in the light and different shades of colour were produced when he moved it from left to right across the face of them. One flashed some light in cascades of hues of different shades, as it seemed to trigger the others into some type of interactivity. Very pretty, but he hadn’t heard a thing from those boys, they must be in here somewhere, he pondered. The next part of the stairs moved away to the right into a more secluded part of the cave. At last, there was a wooden door in a wooden wall attached to the rock. I knew it, he gasped. So here was a secret hideaway, perhaps the boys’ secret hideaway? He walked down to the door and knocked. No answer was given, and no response was forthcoming, even after a couple of minutes of knocking. Micky felt a lump in his throat in anticipation of what lay behind that door, the palm of his hands started sweating and his heart beat more strongly than it ever had before. “Hello” he asked. “Anyone in there?” No response, only silence and the sound of the wood creaking gently in the darkness. This was eerie, every part of his body screamed out to get away from there, but his curiosity was getting the better of him. This gang could be lying in wait for him, they might even murder him? What to do, he didn’t have Charlie as backup so he was on his own, ‘make the right decision’ he thought. What if there was a huge amount of treasure behind the door, chests full of treasure in gold and silver and full of rubies and diamonds! Wow! Wouldn’t it be worth finding out? He wouldn’t have to share with Charlie either. Micky took a deep breath and opened the door. He was surprised to find that there was a well lit room on the other side. He closed the door and walked to the centre of the room and looked around. The back of the room had several windows looking out to sea. Now this was different, he hadn’t noticed any windows overlooking the sea from the cliffs before. Why hadn’t he noticed them? 45
He thought he knew the area like the back of his hand, something was very different about this place, but what was it? In the near centre was what looked like an oak writing desk with a red velvet covered chair with gold adornments standing right by the middle of it. He’d seen one similar to this in his great uncle’s house and he’d been on journeys around the world and had brought this one from France - it looked expensive. The low timbers supporting the ceiling in the room looked quite old. A lamp hanging down was swaying very slowly from side to side reminding him that the floor seemed to be moving as well. This was very odd. It seemed as though he was on a ship, but how could this be? Yet there were rows and rows of books on shelves by the windows all about maritime affairs and on the chair a large book with dates and a lot of writing in it. He stepped closer to view the large book, just about the time when heavy footsteps were heard coming from the behind the door opposite. It seemed that a lot of people were heading his way. What to do? He noticed a very large sea chest on the other side of the room and jumped inside, closed the lid quickly, and then closed his eyes tightly. Just in time, he heard the excited talk of men as they entered the room. He squatted down and waited for them to leave as he listened intently to what was said. There was a solid thud on the desk as something heavy was placed upon it. A quiet but commanding voice commenced instructions, “Gentlemen, today I give orders that the rest of the fleet shall assemble here. We will ensure that all the ships of the line are available by the 19th and all commanders shall visit me on the 20th so that I can advise everybody of my plans. The enemy is waiting and we must act quickly or we shall lose this opportunity to finish them off. The Emperor seems to think that he can beat us, but I know that we can destroy them before he knows we are here. History will be made this day”. Micky listened but kept very quiet. He knew he daren’t make a sound!
Leslie Mallows 1919-2009 Leslie, known to all as Les, was born in Wanstead Essex on June 8th 1919. After a career in banking he moved to Gable End, The Street, Scole, the home and cycle shop of his Grandfather, George Mallows and later home of his Aunt, Jessie Mallows (remembered for her history of Scole). He was very proud of his family connections with Scole over several generations and became part of village life. He died in hospital on April 22nd. 46
Scole Community Centre Scole Community Centre is host on a regular basis to: The FRIENDSHIP CLUB - a club for the over 60s that meets twice a month. To find out more, contact Joyce on 740384, she will be pleased to hear from you. The DOMINO CLUB - Dominoes is a game for those who like a challenge. This club meets once a fortnight through the summer and play their League games throughout the winter months. Always fun. For more details contact Peggy on 740986 or June on 740902. Also, there are the weekly sessions of cash BINGO played each Monday evening starting at 7.30pm. Just come along and you will be made welcome.
Scole Over 60s Friendship Club The club was started on February 27th 1979 by Mrs Vera Alexander (who is still our President) and Rev Clements, Hilda Foreman and Kathy Daish. Sadly, these last three have all passed away. On March 3rd we celebrated 30 years with a lunch, prepared and served by Pearl Fisher and in the afternoon we enjoyed wine and cake made by Sylvia Coleman. Flowers were presented to Vera Alexander for being President since our formation and a basket of fruit to June Leach who resigned as Treasurer after 14 years, due to ill health. The AGM was held on March 17th when we voted on outings to Hunstanton in June, Clacton in July, Sheringham in September and Bury St. Edmunds in October. June Foreman is our new Treasurer, Joyce Coleman Chairperson and Secretary and Stella McGuard Vice President. Committee members are Gwen Hales, Stanley Harley, Pam Ling and Wendy Evans. On April 3rd we had Prize Bingo. Joyce Coleman 47
Council News for February, March and April by Sue Redgrave Inconsiderate Parking in the Parish - this has been discussed at great length and Police contacted. They will monitor when they can. Road Surfaces - the state of the surface of Bungay Road, New Road and Low Road Billingford has been reported to Highways. Bushes near the Playing Field entrance - these have now been cut back by our grass cutting contractor, much to the delight of parishioners using the Community Centre at night. Affordable Housing - between 40-50 parishioners visited the event at the Community Centre and most comments received were positive and constructive. Joint Core Strategy - Greater Norwich Development Partnership (GNDP) working with Broadland, Norwich, South Norfolk and NCC to develop long term plans for housing growth. Gypsy & Traveller Sites and Policies - PC to give support to Brockdish Parish Council re: try to stop the site earmarked just off A143 at Brockdish. Unitary Local Government in Norfolk - Councillors voted to go with the status quo as the system works, so why the need for change? Please see full minutes on noticeboards. Accident Reports - only one reported for the whole of the last three months within our parish. Noticeboards - these are now being made and PC hope to have them erected within the next 2-3 months. Parish Plan Surveys - these are now being collated and it seems that approximately 20% of parishioners completed them. Full Minutes can be seen on the noticeboards at Scole, Thelveton and Billingford or inside Scole Stores. PC meets every 3rd Tuesday at 7.30pm in Scole School. We are grateful for the input of those who attend, but would like to see some new faces. 48
Mobile Library Van THELVETON & SCOLE 2 weekly intervals on Thursdays
June 4 & 18 July 2,16, 30 Aug 13 & 27
09.55 10.15 10.27 10.45 11.15 11.30 11.45
Thelveton Ransome Avenue Reeve Close St Andrew’s Rd Robinson Road Clements Close Karen Close
BILLINGFORD
3 weekly intervals on Mondays
Upper Street Post box 10am - 10.15 June 1 & 22 July 13 August 3 & 24
BILLINGFORD FLOWER FESTIVAL 29th, 30th & 31st August 2009 Our Theme is "All Things Bright and Beautiful." Please keep one or all of these dates free in your diary, as we would love to welcome you all there. Usual stalls , refreshments & Raffle.
Parish Councillors
Situated in
Tel. No.
Graham Moore (Chairman)
Thelveton
01379 741716
Sue Redgrave (Vice-Chairman)
Billingford
01379 740837
Pearl Fisher
Scole
01379 740753
Ray Franklin
Scole
01379 741141
Alan Frith
Scole
01379 742739
Roy Philpot
Scole
01379 670255
Corinne Moore
Thelveton
01379 741716
Jackie Jones
Thelveton
01379 740920
Fran Pitt - Pladdy
County Councillor
01379 853276
Jenny Wilby
District Councillor
01379 741504
Marion Cook (Clerk)
Shimpling, Diss
01379 741453
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VILLAGE DIRECTORY Group / Organisation Contact Scole Pre-School
....... Mon, Tues, Thu, Fri 9.15 - 11.45
Scole Baby & Toddler Group
Kim Cattermole (Sec) 741802 or Shirley Shiress 740574 ....... Every Wednesday in term time 9.30 - 11.30
Friends of Scole School
....... Georgina King-Fisher 740249
1st Scole Brownies
....... Jenny Hubbard ( Brown Owl ) 741372
Scole Mothers Union
....... Georgie O’Shaughnessy 740127
Scole Women’s Institute
....... Shirley Hall 740636
Scole Social Club
....... Pearl Fisher 740753
Scole Domino Club
....... Peggy Stygall 740986
Over 60s Friendship Club
....... Joyce Coleman 740384
Scole & Distict Bowls Club
....... Robin Shortell 740053
Big G Youth Club
....... Lynda Mansfield 740401
Scole Lads FC
....... Paul Partridge 650538
Scole United Football Club First Team Manager
....... Vic Buckle 740327
Laura Barnes 740060
June Foreman 740902
Reserves Manager
....... Ron Edwards 740316 ....... Paul Edwards c/o Edgars Hairdresser 07768 087144
Scole Parish website
....... scoleparish.org.uk
Diss First Responders
....... Rachel Hillier (Co-Ordinator) 740158
USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS Medical Emergency (out of hours)
01603 488 488
NHS Direct
0845 4647
Norfolk Constabulary (non emergency)
0845 456 4567
Gas (emergencies)
0800 111 999
Anglian Water
08457 145 145
Home Watch
01379 650773
South Norfolk Council
01508 533 633
Street lighting, pavements, litter Marion Cook (Clerk to Parish Council)
01379 741453 scoleparishcouncil @msn.com
District Councillor (Jenny Wilby)
01379 741504
Network Rail (enquiries)
08457 484950
Borderhoppa
01379 854800
Meadow Green Dog Rescue (Loddon)
01508 548216
Tim Page - Scole Bridge Ranger
01379 788008
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Police Mobile Unit Visits Tuesdays 9.20am To 10.50am 9 June 7 July 4 August The unit will be parked in Scole at the Bungay Road lay-by
Scole Village Stores Asset House, Scole, Diss Norfolk. IP21 4DR Tel: 01379 741494
Support your Local Shops!
Website : www.scolevillagestores.co.uk
Shop Opening Hours • Mon - Fri
06:00 – 20:00
• Sat • Sun • Bank Holidays
07:00 – 20:00 08:00 – 17:00 09:00 – 17:00
Your local Convenience Store for; Newspapers, Tobacco, Off-Licence, Sweets, Groceries, Mobile Top-ups, Faxing, Colour or Black & White copying (small quantities) and much more.
Credit and Debit Cards now accepted
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Excellent Food and Great Atmosphere Family Friendly-toys & playstation Large Garden with Play Area Live music every weekend
Regular weekly activities Tuesday - Darts Wednesday - Quiz Night Thursday - Pool Sunday afternoons - BBQ (weather permitting)
June Sat 6 Fri 12 Sat 13 Fri 19 Fri 26
9pm 9pm 9pm 9pm 9pm
Graham McGrotty B4 (Band) Paul Karaoke Minute Steaks (Band) The Undec?ded
Sat 4 Fri 10 Sat 11 Sat 18 Sat 25
9pm 9pm 9pm 9pm 9pm
Bazza Bizzare Walkway A.J. Richard Taylor Karaoke with Paul
July
August Sat 1 Sat 8 Fri 14
9pm Graham McGrotty 9pm Steve Pye 6.30pm Graham’s Band and Hog Roast
Sat 22 Sat 29
9pm 9pm
A.J. Paul’s Karaoke
SKY & Setanta TV - Full Menu & Takeaway