Cromer Times 428 by Eric Hayton

Issue 428 24th August 2013

Cromer in Bloom

Covering Cromer, Mundesley, the Runtons and surrounding villages in association with the North Walsham Times and Sheringham Independent

The weather couldn't have been better for the Annual Presentation Evening held in the Walled Garden at Felbrigg Hall on Thursday 8th August. Our thanks go to Ray Sandham, General Manager, National Trust at Felbrigg Hall for the use of this lovely venue. Unfortunately our Judge, Alison Cushing, could not be with us, however she sent her comments on this year's Judging. "Overall the standard was very high and the results extremely close in some of the Classes. It was lovely seeing the beautiful gardens in lovely weather and seeing them at their best. "We were joined by three members of About With Friends who look after a garden on behalf of Cromer in Bloom by the Town sign on the Norwich Road. Cromer Town Mayor, David Pritchard gave an entertaining talk about his previous gardening experiences before presenting Cerificates and Trophies.

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CROMER AIR TRAINING CORPS meet at Cromer High School 7pm Mon and Thurs. Tel: 01263 515452. CROMER ARMY CADET FORCE parade Tues nights 7.30pm-9.30pm at the cadet Centre, Cromer High School. For more information please call on 01362 656919 ROYAL NAVAL ASSOCIATION Cromer Branch, Royal British Legion, Halsey House, Cromer 1st Fri each month noon winter, 7.45pm summer. New members welcome. CROMER BRIDGE CLUB - Play Duplicate every Monday evening. Novice players very welcome. For more details ring 01263 822778 Cromer Parish Hall COFFEE BAR open to all on Mon, Wed and Fri 10am to 12noon. Coffee, tea, light refreshments. Relax, make friends & stay as long as you wish. SEAVIEW PRE-SCHOOL five morning sessions per week 8.45-11.45am. Ages 2 1/2 - 5yrs. £5 per session (government funding for 3-yr olds Tel: 01263 514028 CROMER W.I. meet every second Thursday at The Community Hall in Garden Street. 2.30pm. Visitors welcome. St JOHN Hall, Bond Street - St John Adult Division, Tues. 7.30 - 9.30pm. Cadets, Tues. 5.45 - 7.30pm. ROYAL BRITISH LEGION Cromer & District branch meet every first Wed of month at The Cottage P.H., Louden Rd. at 7.30pm. New members welcome. Age UK North Norfolk, Information and Advice Drop In service. At Cromer library second Thursday each month 10am - 12. No appointment needed. Submariners Association (Nflk) meet first Wed every month 8pm at The Kings Head, Horsham St Faith. Contact Peter Cudby 01603 715449. 1st CROMER SEASCOUTS - Beavers meet Fri 5.30 6.45pm. Cubs meet Wed 6 - 7.30pm. Scouts meet Fri 7.30 - 9.30pm at Overstrand Rd 01263 514562 or 514052 MINNI-HOUSE CLUB of North Norfolk meet second Thursday of month at 2pm in Bodham Village Hall. For further information phone 01263 713328. Norfolk and Norwich Assoc. for the Blind - Information and Equipment Centre opens every Tuesday 9.30am 1pm in Merchant’s Place, 16 Church Street, Cromer. Cromer Chamber Orchestra is looking for players (no age limit), all sections woodwind, brass, strings. We meet at Cromer High School on Monday evenings at 7pm (during school term) No audition necessary. T: 01263 511600 Chesterfield Hall, Cabbell Rd PARENT AND TODDLER GROUP Mondays 10 - 12, mothers (or fathers) can bring young children and have a chat while the children play with the toys. Throughout the year in school term time. Cromer Flower Club meetings held on 3rd Monday of each month at Cromer Junior School 7.30pm (no meeting in August). Visitors always welcome. Contact 01263 513408 for more information. Royal British Legion, Women’s Section 1st Thursday each month at 2.30pm at The Cottage Hotel, Louden Rd, Cromer. New members welcome. Cromer Christian Fellowship - Former Gospel Hall corner of Station Rd/Norwich Rd. Sunday Service 10.30am. Cromer Youth Football Club - welcomes new players of all abilities aged 6 - 18 for training sessions and matches. For details contact John Seton on 512276 or visit www.cromeryouthfootballclub.co.uk Cromer & District Parkinsons Disease Society meets at the St John's Ambulance Hall, Bond Street, Cromer starting at 10.30am on the second Wed of each month. All welcome. Contact 01263 515138 for more information. The REME Association Cromer & District Branch meets every 1st Wednesday of the month at The Cottage PH, Louden Road, Cromer at 2pm Ballroom, Latin Classes. Red Lion Hotel, Cromer, Wednesday afternoons 2pm - 4.30pm. £5 per person. For information call 07526 883776 or 07538 801813 Sheringham Short Mat Bowls Club meet at The New Community Centre, Holway Road, Sheringham. Mondays 10am - 12noon all year round. Loan bowls available. Visitors and new members welcome. Pat 01253 823290 Sequence Dancing - East Runton Village Hall Fridays. Instruction 7 - 8pm. Social sequence with tuition 8-10.30pm. For details ring Sue Norman 01263 823506

Bittern DX Group Local amateur radio group, meets last Thurs of month (except Dec) at The Roman Camp Inn, Aylmerton. Regular field events throughout the year. www.bdxg.org.uk or Email info@bittern-dxers.org.uk Diabetes UK North Norfolk Voluntary Group meets 4th Thur each month (not Dec) at Cromer Methodist Church Hall at 7.30pm. Varied programme of speakers - meetings open to everyone. Jackie or David 01692 405492. Whist Drives Tuesday afternoons Suffield Park Bowls Club 2.15pm All welcome Fifty/Fifty Tea Dance - Mon afternoons at East Runton Village Hall, 2 - 4.15pm. Tea, coffee and biscuits. Details Sue Norman on 01263 823506. Visitors always welcome. Cromer & Sheringham Rotary Club. Dormy House Hotel, West Runton, Weds 6 for 6.30pm (except any 5th Wed in a month). Tel: 01263 578194 or 01263 577636 Cromer & Sheringham Inner Wheel Club meets at The Virginia Court Hotel, Cromer, first Thursday of the month, 6pm for 6.30pm. Further details (01263) 511759. Take-a-Break Baby & Toddler Group meets Tuesdays 10.00 - 11.30am during term time at Cromer Parish Hall. Contact Ann on 01263 512000 Take A Break Too Baby & Toddler Group meets Thurs 10 - 11.30am during term time at St Martin’s Church Hall, Mill Rd, Cromer. Contact Ann on 01263 512000. Overstrand Evening W.I. 3rd Wed Parish Hall 7.30 p.m. Tel: 834242 Mundesley Bowls Club Pavilion, Northfields, High St. Mundesley - Cash Bingo every Sun at 7.30pm and Whist Drives every Tue & Wed & Fri at 1.45pm. All welcome. NORTH NORFOLK BEACH RUNNERS open to all runners. Thursdays at 6.50pm at the Cromer Lawn Tennis and Squash Club (Norwich Road, Cromer). Cromer Craft Fair - St John Hall, Bond Street. Last Friday every month 10-3pm. Free admission. Donations to St John and the Stroke Association. Nth Norfolk Wheelers Cycle Club leisure rides Weds 11am, faster rides 10.30am Sats. Meet Anglian Water reservoir just off Pretty Corner, Sheringham. Time trial racing Tues eves, some Thurs eves & Sun mornings, meet at Roy Boys layby. Club Secy Tim Collison: 01263 514785 Northrepps Pre-School Mon-Fri 8.30am - 3.30pm termtime. Hot lunches available. Funded places for 2, 3 & 4 year-olds.01263 579396 www.northrepps.norfolk.sch.uk’ Roughton Under 5s meet Mon-Fri 9-12 during term time. Ofsted registered. Funded places for 3&4 year olds. £6 per session for 2 year olds. More details contact 07553 456083 or visit www.roughtonunder5s.co.uk West Runton Scout Group: Beavers (age 6-8) Thur 6-7.15pm; Cubs (age 8-10 1/2) Tues 6.30-8pm; Scouts (age 10 1/2 - 14) Fri 7-9pm; Explorers (age 14-18) Mon 7-9pm. Details from Paul Henriksen, Tel: 01263 712288 North Norfolk Mencap Society Drop in Centre every Thurs 1pm-4pm at Merchants Place, Church St, Cromer Line Dancing every Wednesday at 7.30pm at Cromer Social Club - new dancers always welcome Folk Dance Club - The Community Hall Garden Street. Tuesdays 7.30pm - 9.30pm. No partner required. Keen beginners welcome. Tel 01263 578224 Cash Bingo every Thursday at Cromer Social Club eyes down at 7.30pm - new members always welcome Bridge Club at The Morley Club, Sheringham. Duplicate Pairs Thursdays 7pm and Fridays 2pm. Tel 01263 822087 Whist Drive. Pilgrim Shelter, Trimingham. Every Thurs 1.45-4pm, £1.50 per head, to include cup of tea and raffle. Kelling Model Flying Club The Morley Club, Sheringham second Wednesday of the month. 7.30pm for 8pm. New members welcome. Contact 01263 511466. ROAB Lodge Wednesday nights 8.15pm. Shipden Lodge, The Cottage, Louden Road, Cromer Cromer & District Garden Society meet second Thurs of the month 7.30pm Community Hall Garden St Cromer. New members and visitors welcome. Annual membership fee £10. Visitors £2 per meeting. Call 01263 514399 Modern Sequence Dancing - Mons at East Runton Village Hall, 8pm-10.30pm. T: Brian Payne 01692 403071 North Norfolk Chess Club Fridays 7.30 at the Morley Club, 48 Cromer Rd, Sheringham. All welcome. Contact club secretary Peter Hodkinson 01263 823814

NORTH NORFOLK AMATEUR RADIO GROUP. Wed and Thurs 10am - 4pm in the Radio Hut at the Muckleburgh Collection, Weybourne. New members warmly welcomed. Phone 01603 487047 or 01263 821936. Cromer Country Market held in Cromer Community Hall on 1st and 3rd Friday of every month from 10am - 12noon Extend, gentle exercise to music for the over 60s. Northrepps Village Hall, Monday 2.30-3.30pm. Further info contact Lindsey 01263 768159 North Norfolk Pride represents LGBT people in North Norfolk. Informal social meeting on every Tuesday at the Red Lion Hotel, Cromer, from 7pm, except when we have a formal meeting (usually first Tues of the month). For details of our formal meetings visit www.northnorfolkpride.org.uk as these frequently change. Cromer & Sheringham Brass band rehearses at Upper Sheringham Village Hall at 8pm on Thursdays where members of the public are welcome to come in and listen to the music being practiced. Enquiries for the band to Secretary Steve Askew 01263 838411. Cromer Taekwondo School - Tues 6-8pm at Cromer Sports Centre. Open to any age between 6 and 65. New members welcome - 1st lesson free. Tel: 01263 711824 Suffield Park Bowls Club, Station Road. Whist Drive most Tuesdays, 2.15pm. Cash or Prize Bingos, Fridays twice monthly, 7.30pm. Bar - Raffle. All Welcome. North Norfolk Different Strokes. Support, info, fun for younger stroke survivors. Meet fortnightly Tues 2.304.30pm Sheringham area. Details 01263 715952 / 821480. Norfolk OCD Support has a support group meeting held fortnightly on a Thursday at Merchants Place, Cromer from 6.30pm - 8.30pm. Anybody affected by OCD can pop along on the night or can contact Chris for more details on (01263) 514796 or email : info@ocdsupport.org.uk Website address : www.norfolkocdsupport.org.uk North Norfolk Model Engineering Club - meetings 1st Friday of each month at 7.30pm. A welcome is extended to visitors and prospective members of all ages. Further details from Gordon Ford on 01263 512350. Roughton Village Hall - Prize Bingo every third Friday in the month 7.30pm. All welcome Elderberries Sports and Social Club Badminton and Short Mat Bowling every Mon and Fri at Cromer Sports Hall 3pm-5pm. Casual players very welcome £1.50/hour or become a member. Please call Sheila Saunders on 01263 761142 New members always welcome. Roughton, St Mary's School Bingo. Come and join us. Including cash bingo! Every second Friday of the month (excl. August). 7pm doors open, 7.30pm eyes down. 1st Rural Roughton Mill Scout Group (incorporating Roughton Mill Brownies). Beavers (age 6-8) Mon 5.306.45pm. Cub Scouts (8 -10.5) Tue 7-8.30pm. Brownies (7-11) Wed 4.45-6.15pm. Scouts (10.5 -14) Wed 7-9pm. Explorer Scouts (14 -18) Thu 7-9.30pm. For further information, Contact Dave Stow on 01263 513895 Family Prize Bingo every Monday Woodlands Holiday Park, Trimingham. Book sales open 7pm, eyes down at 7.30. In aid of the East Anglian Air Ambulance Royal Air Forces Association Sheringham & District branch holds regular meetings and social events. All former members of the RAF and WRAF including members of their families welcome. For information contact Joe Floyd on 01263 511260 Railway Quilting & Craft Group meet every second and fourth Tues of the month at the Parish Hall in The Londs, Overstrand 10am and 12 noon. Small Quarterly charge. Details Vivian Maggs on 01263 576986 West Runton Sports and Social Club, Water Lane 01263 868866 Cash Bingo every Wed 9pm. General Knowledge Quiz every Sun 9pm. Every Tues - Line Dancing with our own teacher. Most w/ends - In house disco or Live Bands Norfolk Dixieland Jazz Band. At The Diplomat, Ormesby Road, Coltishall, NR10 5JZ on the first Sunday of every month. 1pm to 3.30pm. Admission free. Mundesley Haig Bowls Club opens for the new outdoor season at 2pm on Saturday 21 April. New members welcome, just come along. Further info 01263 721815. Extend exercise for over 60s at East Runton Village Hall, Tuesdays 2.30 - 3.30 Tel: 01692 407851

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Cromer Times 428 August 24th 2013

Cromer in Bloom Continued from front cover...

A raffle together with sale of vegetables raised ÂŁ75.00 for our Charity the East Anglian Air Ambulance. Jamie Edghill, representative for the Air Ambulance thanked everyone for contributing, then spoke about the work of the service. After a light buffet guests were able to walk in the gardens accompanied by Felbrigg gardener Ian who was able to answer questions. Monica Gepp, Vice-Chairman, Cromer in Bloom

RIPLEY ROSE bOWL - FRONT GARDEN GOLD WINNER - Steve Peck & Nigel Haynes, GOLD - Derek Pardon, Mr & Mrs Ormisher, SILVER - Sheila & Christine Martin, Rosemary Price, Sylvia Kilshaw, Dianne Burdett,Liz Leeder, Maree Maddison

RANDALL CUP - CONTAINER DISPLAY GOLD WINNER - Steve Peck & Nigel Haynes, GOLD - Liz Leeder, SILVER - Mr & Mrs Ormisher, Sylvia Kilshaw, Dianne Burdett, BRONZE - Kathryn Smith, Derek Pardon, Mrs L. Pitcher

CROMER IN bLOOM CUP - bUSINESS/PUbLIC ACCESS GOLD WINNER - Upton House, SILVER - Corner House Dental Practice, BRONZE - Cromer Lawn Tennis Club

The Norfolk Pigeon Loft, celebrating its first year!

The Norfolk Pigeon Loft located down Church Street, within the East Side of Cromer is full to the brim with affordable inspiration.

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Our first year has been full of excitement, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve participated in our first Christmas, Easter and Summer in Cromer. We are now looking forward to the Autumn when we are to introduce strong colours and textures to reflect the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;new seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; with fabulous scarves, hats, handbags and costume jewellery.

PLATTON CUP - COMMUNAL GARDEN GOLD WINNER - Halsey House, SILVER - I. Turner, BRONZE Hanover Court CROMER IN bLOOM ALLOTMENT CUP GOLD WINNER - Rosemary Price, BRONZE - Paul Day & Sally Soliman CAbbELL-MANNERS PLATE - PHOTOGRAPH GOLD WINNER - Marion Hayward, SILVER - Sally Soliman, Hazel Patrickson

CROMER IN bLOOM SHIELD - bEST FIRST TIME ENTRY SILVER WINNER - Mrs I.Turner, BRONZE - Mrs L. Pitcher

At the NPL we specialise in individuality, helping our customers to make their own statement at an affordable price â&#x20AC;&#x201C; thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what we are all about. Style doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need to be expensive, having the confidence to add and layer scarves and jewellery to an outfit or adding a simple hair accessory can complete a look for a special occasion or an everyday outfitâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.

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Cromer ÂŁ230,000

Stunning Views. Ground floor seafront apartment. Well presented and fitted. Patio area and store shed. Must be viewed. EPC Rating E35

Cromer ÂŁ75,000

Tucked away cottage style maisonette (L/H) in town centre. Gas ch. UPVC sudg Private entrance.1 bedroom. Could make a good investment - was let at ÂŁ450.00 pcm. EPC Rating E43

Cromer ÂŁ99,950

Sea front flat overlooking the lawns and with views to the pier. Well fitted. Gas c/heating. 2 bedrooms. Close to all facilities. EPC Rating D63

Cromer ÂŁ125,000

Tucked away cottage style maisonette (L/H) in town centre with patio garden and Parking. Gas central heating. 2 bedrooms. Private entrance. EPC Rating E46

To stay in touch with what is happening at the Norfolk Pigeon Loft visit www.norfolkpigeonloft.co.uk or visit us at 22 Church Street, Cromer. Monday - Saturday 9:30am - 5pm and some Sundays.

Cromer ÂŁ675 pcm

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West Runton ÂŁ200,000 Semi detached house in village centre (has been commercial in past). Hall, 2 receps, 3 beds, kitchen, bathrm, gardens. Gas central heating. Some upvc sudg. EPC Rating TBC

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News from the White Horse Overstrand with Head Chef Nathan Boon

Our summer season is now in full swing and I am pleased to tell readers that we are receiving some very kind comments about our food and service. We have installed a bouncy castle in the garden alongside our year-round play equipment, so that the many families who visit us have even more to keep the children happy while the parents sit in the garden and enjoy the summer sunshine.

Believe it or not we are now taking bookings for Christmas! Our 2013 Christmas Party Night, Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve Menus are available from the pub, or if you prefer we can post a copy to you. But before we get to Christmas, we have our grand charity auction and dinner on Saturday 12th October. A superb three course dinner for just £35 with drinks in the bar from 7.30pm.

2 teaspoons cornflour 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar Pinch of salt 600ml double cream, 6 passion fruit

Method Preheat oven to 140c. Lightly grease a lined baking tray.

Whisk the egg whites in a large bowl with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks appear, slowly add sugar to meringue until it goes stiff and shiny, and then add cornflour and vinegar. Drop large spoonfuls of meringue onto the baking tray and spread each one roughly to 10cm round.

The charity auction will commence at 9pm and we are gathering some really exciting lots that I am sure will raise a lot of money for our charity of the year: Nelson’s Journey. Details of the auction will be announced very soon, so keep reading my column to find out more.

Bake for 45 minutes, until top of meringue is pale in colour and of a marshmallow consistency in the middle.

Ingredients (recipe serves 8) 6 egg whites 350g caster sugar

Halve the passion fruits and scrape the pulp of the fruit over the pavlova.

Nathan boon’s Recipe Passion Fruit Pavlova

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4... Tabletop/craft sale at the St. John Ambulance Hall, Bond St. Crome, last Friday of m. Tables £6. All proceeds to St. John Ambulance. Sellers set up 8am - buyers welcome from 9am. Refreshments available. To book a table: Tony or Sue on Cromer 513115. Space is limited so book early! North Walsham Spiritualist Centre 6.30pm - 8pm every Sunday in the St John Ambulance Hall, Bacton Road, North Walsham. All welcome. North Norfolk Speakers Club meets every other Wed, 7pm at N Walsham High School, Spencer Ave. Dates and info visit www.nnsc.co.uk or contact Gillian 01692 650250 Monthly Mondays – Art Afternoons - Trunch Village Hall, NR28 0QE – 2-4pm – Join our local artist, Jan Ellmore, for an afternoon of art! A variety of genres will be covered including drawing and painting. Jan will provide all the mediums, unless you want to bring your own. Each week Jan will instruct one-on-one so you can choose your genre. Bring any photographs that you would like to copy from. £4, book by 3pm Friday before on 07826869377 Weekly Tuesdays - The Fit Together Tea Dance - 2-4pm at the Copeman Centre, Hall Street, Briston, NR24 2LG. No partner and no booking necessary. Call Claire Carter 01263 861340. £2 inc tea/coffee/biscuits/cake. Weekly Thurs - Fit Together Badminton - 1pm-4.30pm at Gresham Village Hall, East Beckham Lane, Gresham. Time is divided between different abilities. Tea, coffee and biscuits are available. Call 07917596797 to find your time slot and book your place – all equipment provided. £2.50 Bridge at Weybourne Village Hall. The Acol Club meets Tuesdays 2pm. Chicago movement means no need to bring a partner. All abilities welcome. Details 01692 404064 or 01263 825061. Fledgeling Music classes Friendly, dynamic, energetic and fun. A unique experience your child will love! 4 mths to 4 yrs. FREE taster class, members pay £4, younger siblings £2 babies of older siblings FREE. Paid half termly. www.fledgelingmusic.co.uk, telephone Lorna on 07500 221121 or e-mail: info@fledgelingmusic.co.uk Sheringham & District Philatelic Society meet at the Church Hall West Runton on the second Monday of each month, at 7.30pm Our members come from all areas of North Norfolk, further details ring Jim on 01263 721043 Northrepps 'Poppyland' Royal British Legion Meets first Monday every month 7.30pm Northrepps Country Cottage Hotel. New members welcome.01263 579633 Morley Lunch Club Sheringham on the third Tuesday of

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the month. 2 course lunch for £7.50. Sittings start from 12am till 2pm. Please call in or call 01263 822087. MOTORCYCLISTS - Roadkill Customs Motorcycles, Cromer - late night shopping (to 9pm) every Wed. Brit Stop Coffee Shop open drinks & snacks 01263 513307 BIKERS MEET - Brit Stop Coffee Shop at Roadkill Customs Motorcycles, Cromer - 1st Wed each month - Takeaway night (bring your own!) - we supply seats/ cutlery/ condiments. Or just drop in for a cuppa - every Wed until 9pm. Hot/cold drinks and snacks available. 01263 513307 Ballroom Latin dance with Marlene in Cromer, Tuesdays 6.45- 7.45pm, Rock n Roll , 7.45- 8.30pm, for further information contact 01263 515288, Zumba fitness class in Cromer, Dance yourself Slim, Mon 1.45-2.30pm, 8.159.15pm, Wed 7.30-8.30pm, Fri 11.30-12.15pm. CROMER LIBRARY Prince of Wales Rd, NR27 9HS 01263 512850. Mon 9.30am–7pm, Tues 9.30am–5pm, Weds 9.30am–1pm, Thurs 9.30am–5pm, Fri 9.30am– 7pm, Sat 10am–1pm. It is free to join and free internet access is available. Regular events: Third Mon each month: Carers Forum drop-in advice session 2–4pm. First Thurs each month: Carers Forum Support Group meetings 1– 3pm. Second Thurs each month: Age UK drop-in advice desk 10.30am-12pm. Every Fri: 2 for the price of 1 hire on DVDs and music CDs. Every Sat: £1 off games hire. First Sat each month: Family History drop-in support group 10am-12pm. Second Sat each month: Family Story time 11 – 12pm under 8s must be accompanied Crazee Kidz Club (youth club) meets every 2nd and 4th Friday during term time at Roughton Village Hall between 7pm-8:30pm. Open to anyone aged 6-16, entry £1. Call Paddy 01263 768138 or visit www.crazeekidzclub.co.uk Little Stars Parent and Toddler group meets every other Wednesday at Roughton Village Hall from 1011:30am. Come along for a chat and a drink while your child plays. Entry £1.50. Contact Chloe 01263 768138 Slimming Club at Trimingham on Tuesdays at 1.45pm at Pilgrim Shelter. Tel 01263 579797 or 07799 060407 Cantamus Choir rehearses every Thursday at 7.30pm in St James Church, Southrepps, NR11 8NR. New members welcome. No audition required Weybourne Folk Club meets third Sunday every month at the Maltings Hotel, Weybourne 3-6 pm. All singers, musicians, poets and audience welcome. It's free. Further info Tony Baylis 01263 588781 or 07518 735299 e-mail tonyandcarmen@btinternet.com Cash Bingo every Friday at 7.30pm and every Sunday at 8pm at Cromer Town Football Club Sheringham Stroke Support Group for anyone who has suffered a stroke. Next meeting Weds 6 March 2.15 - 4 at Sheringham Methodist Church on Cromer Road, then fortnightly. Further information Harvey Pitcher 01263 512328

Cantamus Choir invite new members. Rehearsals every Thursday at 7.30pm in St James Church, Southrepps, NR11 8NR. No audition required. More info 07785 782498 Acorns Parent and Toddler Group meets every Thurs (term-time only) at The Belfry School, Overstrand. Get out of the house for a chat and refreshments whilst your child plays. 1.30pm - 3 pm. £1 per adult. Tel 01263 579275 ‘Walsham Writers' Group is a small, friendly group of writers from the local area. We meet every second Thurs to share our writing, inspire one another and offer constructive criticism. We have re-opened for new members. If you would like to try us out please contact us for further details – either Google Walsham Writers' Group and email us or visit our blog writeloudnclear.blogspot.com Parkinson UK - Aylsham & North Walsham Support Group Meet 2nd Tues of the month 10.30 to 12.30 Sacred Heart Church Hall, Kings Arms St, N Walsham. Ample Free Parking. Marion 01603 741824 or Terry 01692 406486 Sheringham Singers Tuesdays 2-4pm Friends Meeting House, Cremer St. New singers always welcomed to this friendly ladies choir. Details: Ro Curtis 01263 768126 Monthly Bingo 2nd Fri every month (except Aug) at St. Mary’s School Roughton. Doors open 7pm Bingo starts 7:30pm. Good prizes & refreshments available Gresham Village Park Sunday Market and Carboot 1st Sun every month from 7 April. Gates open to public 10am, stall holders & traders 8am onwards to set up. Pitches £5. All proceeds to Play Park and Pavilion. Further details tomtye@myway.com or o07765 633549. NR11 8RT East Beckham Lane beside Gresham Village Church REME Association Cromer & District Branch meetings held on the 1st Wednesday of each month at Halsey House, Norwich Road, Cromer. Ex REME personnel please do come and join us. Tel 01263 825101 Painting Classes - Painting and Drawing tuition for all levels of competence from beginners to those experienced at Roughton Village Hall on Mondays 1.30pm to 3.30pm. £60 for 10 sessions. John Bardell 01603 456602 Mardle & Munch - Bacon baps, cakes, and scones, tea, coffee and cold drinks, all at very reasonable prices at Lower Southrepps Social Club, Lower Southrepps every Wednesday 10am 'til 2pm. Free Parking available Gresham Village Parent and Toddler Group meet in the hall at Gresham Village School and Nursery on Thursdays 1.15pm - 3pm - all 01263 577349 for further details MS monthly Drop-In, 10am - 12noon, last Thursday of each month at Sheringham Community Centre, Holway Road, Sheringham. Anyone affected by MS most welcome. Further details 01263 579453/820047

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You specialise in local produce, how do you do that? "We have, over the years, carefully built up relationships with over 40 local producers, local farms and smallholdings ranging from 17-year-old Beverly in West Beckham, to 81-year-old Alan Morris near Alysham. Our fruit and vegetables arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t organic, but in general they are chemical-free, with high standards of husbandry," Lisa continued. "Very important to us is that they grow traditional varieties with the flavours, smell and feel that the supermarkets have plainly long ago lost. We also do not like to pre-pack; it's up to the customer how much they want.

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Car Boots at Bodham playing field held every Saturday from 25 May to 14 September inclusive 9am – noon, set up from 7.30am. Pitches £5. No dogs. Refreshments available. No need to book. No caterers

Wednesday lunchtime concerts at Holy Trinity Church, West Runton 12.30-1.30pm Admission free, retiring collection. Bring lunch, free tea and coffee. Car Park at Rectory adjoining. 28 August John Stephens (Gt. Yarmouth Minster) organ. 4 September Philip Adams (St. Peter’s, Sheringham) organ. Trimingham Yard Sales on Sunday 1 September from 10am. Further information contact Liz on 01263 834965 Cromer Methodist Church Table Top Sale at Cromer Methodist Church, Hall Road, Cromer on Monday 26 August from 9.30am until 1pm. Admission free

Late Summer Fayre on Sunday 1

September from 2pm until 5pm at the Sports Field, Overstrand, in aid of East Anglian Air Ambulance and Overstrand First Responders’ Fund. A great variety of stalls and activities, including a treasure hunt, children games, tombola, crafts, preserves, cordials and cakes, local community services and scrumptious afternoon teas served in a lovely setting

‘Screen on the Green’ on Friday 30 August at Aldborough Green ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ (15) Tickets £8.50 only available in advance from Aldborough Post Office and the SPAR, or call 01263 761883 or 01263 768616 for more information

Born to be Wild - A fashion show in aid of The Prince’s Trust will be held at Gresham’s Senior School, Cromer Road, Holt on Friday 27 September at 7.30pm showcasing fashion from boutiques and department stores from Holt. Ticket £25 and includes a programme, glass of champagne, canapés, a Matrix goodie bag and special offers on the night. To book

Screen on the Green - ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ (15)

What better way to spend a Summer’s evening than under the stars on Aldborough Green, picnicking with friends and family whilst watching a blockbuster!

Join us for a magical evening on Friday 30 August, raising money for Stepping Stones Pre-School (Reg. Charity No. 1077895).

Gates will open for picnics at 6.30pm, the film will commence as night falls.

Tickets are £8.50 and are only available in advance from Aldborough Post Office and the SPAR, or call 01263 761883 or 01263 768616 for more information.

Organisers would like to thank our sponsors for their support with this event including: Aldborough Farms, Aldborough Post Office, Aldborough SPAR, A.Wright & Sons, Black Boys Pub, Halls Property Services, Jaymic Ltd, Knight’s Sporting Auctions, Mark Rhodes Furniture, Norfolk Garden Preserves, Norfolk Homes, Pegg Electrical Services and S&M Building Supplies (Aylsham) Ltd.

Please note: Children under 15 will not be admitted to the film.

a ticket contact Val Mcgouran at rorymcgouran@hotmail.com

Trimingham – first car boot on Saturday 24 August at New Village Hall Field, Coast Road (next to Woodlands), Trimingham 7am sellers, £5 per pitch. Tea, coffee, bacon rolls 50p. To book pitch telephone Liz on 01263 834965

Friends of Cromer Museum The next Meeting of the Friends of Cromer Museum is on Friday, 20th September 2013 Dr. Sarah Spooner: “Sail and Storm: The Aylsham Navigation. All meetings are held at 7.30 pm at the Community Centre, Garden Street, Cromer

Annual Bike Show, Roadkill Customs, Old Station Yard, Norwich Road, Cromer. Sunday 1 September 2013. Fee event which usually attracts a variety of around 200 bikes. All bikes are welcome: sports, customs, trikes, mopeds. We have live music from Big Black Cadillac, a licensed bar, and barbecue. Also

the Motorcycle Museum at North Walsham will be concluding their rideout here during the afternoon, adding an additional 50+ classic bikes to our numbers. The event is between 12.00 and 18.00, and details are on Roadkill Customs’ Facebook page or our website www.roadkillcustoms.co.uk.

Saturday 14th September, 7.30pm: King Henry’s Band will perform a uniquely entertaining programme of tuneful light-hearted music from the 16th century and earlier in Cromer Parish Church. Entry at the door £7.50 (£2.50 children) in aid of the Cromer Bells Project. More info contact David Wakely 01263 825779

CROMER PRESERVATION SOCIETY Talk and slide show by Andy Boyce. Some of the places and people that helped make the town a fashionable place to visit. VICTORIAN AND EDWARDIAN CROMER Monday 9th September 7.30pm Cromer Community Hall, Garden St., Cromer. Public £3 Members £2

NORTH NORFOLK CLASSIC VEHICLE CLUB SUMMER SHOW 2013

The N.N.C.V.C Summer Show will take place on Sunday 1st September at Beeston Regis Holiday Park. All owners of Classic or Interesting Vehicles are invited to come along and enjoy the fun (FREE OF CHARGE) of displaying their pride & joy. There is ample parking for the public too with a small fee of £2 per car.

Entertainment for the day includes Jefferson's Mandolins, Thorpe Kite Flying Display, Puppet Show, Craft Fair, Auto Jumble, Fishing Competition and several more to provide a very enjoyable and fun day for all the family. Lets hope for a nice sunny day.

The show runs from 12.30pm till 4.30pm. All Classic vehicles are asked to be in place by 11.00am.

Registered Charities on the day are:About With Friends and West Runton Scout Group.

Directions:- Beeston Regis Holiday Park, Cromer Road (A149), Beeston Regis, NR26 9QZ.

Cromer Society Excursion

The next Cromer Society excursion to The Maddermarket Theatre is on 28 September (book by 2 September) to see Now is the Hour’ by Dave Hall. As usual the coach leaves the Bus Station at 1pm. Further details from Mrs Rattle on 01263 510003. Members £15 Non-Members £16. Cromer Times 428 August 24th 2013

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NOVA Shows

The NOVA Sculpture Trail will be at Alby Crafts Garden over August Bank Holiday weekend starting Friday 26 August and finishing Monday 29 August. All pieces are outdoor garden sculpture in an inspirational garden setting. NOVA artists will be there to advise and help anyone interested in buying or just knowing more about the work on show. Admission to the wonderful garden is £2.50, parking is free and there are toilets and a tea-room. Alby Crafts Garden is well signed on the A140 between Cromer and Aylsham, the garden is open from 10am-5pm every day.

'Priory Maze turning 'Blue'. No it's not the imminent arrival of winter, it's the theme for the new NOVA artworks which went up on the walls of the Priory Maze café near Sheringham on 5 August. Far from being chilly, the shades of 'Blue' in the new display will be more reflective of the sparkling sea and the shimmering sky of our coastal strip - with some quirky surprises too, including some lovely azure papier maiche bowls and delicate pale turquoise ceramics. Exhibiting NOVA artists will be Ruth Brumby, Katrina Cole, Rainie Kay, Shane Mallett, Sarah Scott and Jackie Watson. 'Blue' runs from 5 August until 1 September at Priory Maze Café & Gardens, Cromer Road, Beeston Regis, Sheringham NR26 8SF. Telephone 01263 820942 www.priorymazegardens.co.uk

Details of NOVA can be found at www.artinnorfolk.co.uk

A Steam Treat - Ride on the Footplate of an Iconic Steam Engine

The huge Tornado, the only new steam engine to be built in Britain in the 21st century, has quickly become one of the best-known locomotives in the country. Prince Charles has ridden on her footplate – and now you have a chance to do the same. On Monday 2nd and Tuesday 3rd September, the Poppy Line will be offering a limited number of footplate rides on Tornado as she hauls a train from Sheringham to Holt and back. The cost of a round-trip ride is £150, but the experience is priceless! A real steam treat! Only a limited number of trips are available – to book your place, call 01263 820 800 as soon as possible, or visit the office at Sheringham station. Tornado will also be starring at the Grand Steam Gala on the Poppy Line, which runs over the previous weekend from Friday 30 August to Sunday 1 September. Other giant engines in steam include Oliver Cromwell, which used to haul Norwich – London expresses, and King Arthur class Sir Lamiel, which ran holiday expresses to the West Country before the second world war. Cromer Times 428 August 24th 2013

Miss Cromer Crowned

Carla Marfleet captured the crowning of Miss Cromer 2013 Jade Armstrong by Seaside Special star Olly Day in front of the Pavilion Theatreas we were going to press on Sunday August 18th. Nice one Carla.

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Broken games consoles, Nintendo, Sony, Xbox in any state considered. Will collect locally. Mobile:07780649282 Can you help to save our songbirds? We need anything saleable for Songbird Survival (charity no 1085281). Tel 01692 400780 Any original items of Second World War Homefront / Norfolk / RAF / ARP / Home Guard items or memorabilia for a new display at the RAF Marham Aviation Heritage Centre opening this summer. Tel 07919 182990 Any donations of wool gratefully received. Whatever we receive will be knitted into baby hats to donate to the Norfolk and Norwich Premature Baby Unit or hats and gloves for the Christmas Shoebox Appeal. Please call 07796638020 or email sallylee35@hotmail.co.uk Second hand rabbit hutch suitable for 3 young chicks to house them until old enough for hen house will pay reasonable price Tel 01263 822660 A small fishtank is required to house baby fish to prevent them being eaten by larger predator fish in main tank. If at all possible this would be complete with filter, heater etc. Tel 012363 824996 Paving Slabs wanted approx. 20 18" by 18" Tel 01263 824330 Records 45s, 78s and LPs - all considered Tel 01692 405756. Spin drier must be in good condition and gwo, willing to pay. Tel 01692 404111

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Good selection unboxed Polly Pocket toys clean and in good condition £15 Tel 01692 500952 Portable air conditioning unit £50. Large flying radio controlled model helicopter little used & boxed £20. Radio controlled electric motor launch boxed suit 4+ yr. £20. Ride on new batteries motor cycle suit boy 6+yr £40 ono Tel 01263 825426 Paint pod roller system nearly new £15. Childs red 2 wheeler bike with stabilisers up to 6years vgc £20. 5ft snooker table with everything £35 vgc. Babies push along with numbers on the front £10. Tel 07775 911214 or 01263 516811 Stag Minstrel dressing table and stool £80. Stag Minstrel 7 drawer chest of drawers £60. Yew wood corner cabinet/display unit. Yew wood display cabinet/glass shelves £75. Tel 01263 761238 Ladies Peugeot bus bike 4 gears good condition rear rack £40 or reasonable offer Tel 07766 653396 Miele fridge standard size with electronic temp display £40. Pine fire surround with marble back plate £20. Wii Rock band set with drums guitar and 2 DVDs £25. Tel 01692 404383 New hen house suit 4-5 hens two section nest box lift off side for easy cleaning £90ovn Tel 01263 825515 Black and Decker electric lawn edger and power weeder complete with lead good working order £15 Sheringham Tel 01263 824112

Shower door H1730mm W720-760mm gold good condition £30. Shower rail hose and variable head £12. Tel 01692 404660 Golf club King Cobra M speed driver with Bassara shaft used but in good condition £25 Tel 07825 444575 Double bed headboard. Electric radiator white. 1 x carpet piece to fit room approx 17ftx13ft. 1 x carpet piece to fit room approx 10ft6ins x 13ft. All free to collector. Tel 01263 823629 Pride electric rise & recliner chair leatherette material in forest green exc condition £80. Pride Elite traveller plus mobility scooter only one year old driven once as new one year’s warranty £300 no offers. Both in Cromer. Tel 01263 833965 Small box fridge H20'' W20'' H18'' £10 Tel 01692 40636 North Walsham Round pedestal dining table 41 inches diameter with 4 matching chairs including 2 carver chairs mahogany colour upholstered chair seats 10 years old a few small marks,£25ono Tel.01263 512311 Rock & roll dresses and petticoats for sale size 12/14 some belts Tel 07826 171237 2 seater sofa bed colour brown used once as a bed bought from Aldis W54 ins D31 ins cost £250 asking £125. Hedge trimmer Qualcast Bosch 48 like new £ 20. Golf flight bag as new £15ono. Tel 01692 407857 Single folding guest bed with headboard and 4ft mattress vgc £50 Tel 01692 402364 Snooker table 6ft x 3ft folding type balls triangle and cues immaculate condition £60 Tel 07780 841617 Two TV/Hi Fi solid cabinets matching pair cost £259 each bargain £95 each quality furniture not flat pack Tel 01263 722162 Planet plough (old) handle missing £10. Pitch fork £5. Wooden handle hoe £5. Tel 01692 402713 Paving slabs 17 in total various sizes new surplus to requirements £50 Electric golf trolley complete with battery and charger good working order £50. Various golf clubs also available. Tel 01692 406703 or 07941 044579 Six tea chests £25 for collection from Beach Road Sheringham Tel 01263 478573 Green patio parasol with heavy granitechip effect concrete base £30. Green deckchair £10. Tel 01263 588604 Dads Army – The Complete Collection boxed set of 14 DVDs unopened duplicated gift £15 Tel 01263 733722 Roberts Zoombox DAB/FM RDS digital radio CD/SD player £40. Sharp compact disc/cassette/turntable music system R160CDG £50. High back managers chair black £30. All in excellent condition.Tel 01263 837657 Lounge chair suitable for elderly person wooden frame with comfortable pink cushion seat £40. Upright piano offers accepted. 6 Edwardian dining chairs walnut with beige covered seats £200. Dining table also available. Tel 01692 536504 Suffolk Punch lawnmower 133/4" (35cm) blades petrol engine £35. Black & DeckerlLawnraker LR400 electric with cable etc £15. Tel 01263 825713

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Creepy House Summer Reading Challenge - There's a spine-tingling adventure waiting for children when they take part in the 2013 Summer Reading Challenge – Creepy House. They can join the adventure at any Norfolk library during the summer holidays. Pick up a pack and explore the Creepy house, discover it’s secrets and meet some of the hair-raising residents! Read six books and collect stickers that reveal the creepy residents of the house. All children who read six or more books will be presented with a medal and certificate to celebrate their achievement. Look out too for the Mungler Top Trumps cards to collect and swap with family and friends. Children can choose any books they like: fact books, stories, joke books or picture books. Audio books and e-books count as well, so long as they borrow them from a library. Are Norfolk’s children brave enough to explore The Awful Upstairs, The Gruesome Ground Floor and The Spine-tingling Cellar? Creepy House Family Activity afternoon Thursday 29th August 2.30-4.30pm. A free drop-in session run by Adult Education family learning team, for all the family. Stay all afternoon or come for as long as you can. Activities include: design and make a Creepy House pop-up book, design and decorate a door hanger, make a bookmark, creepy house consequences and design and create a scary creature.

For anyone with addiction/mental health related issues. Please contact the library for more information.

Council at your Library - Delivering council information at your library We have information on local services, leaflets free access to councils and advice websites, a free-phone helpline to County, District and town councils, non-emergency police service, Citizens Advice, Age UK, Jobseekers Direct, Consumer Advice and Housing. REGULAR SPECIAL OFFERS Happy Fridays All day every Friday – 2 for 1 offer on DVD and music CD hire (1 top title per offer) Saturday Special - £1 off the hire of all console games. Cromer Library, Prince of Wales Road, Cromer, NR27 9HS Tel 01263 512850

Creepy House Presentation event Saturday 28th September 11am-12pm

WiFi at the library - WiFi has arrived at Cromer Library. To be able to access it all you need is to be a member of the library. This is in addition to the existing 11 computers available for use. Sessions are subject to the usual user conditions. If you are not already a member and wish to join call in and see us –just bring proof of your address and signature. There are no forms to fill in, and it costs nothing to join. In addition to using the computers you will be able to borrow books, magazines, console games, music and films in all of our branches across Norfolk.

Enterprise North Norfolk business Start-up Advice - Are you thinking about starting a business? Why not talk your ideas through with an experienced Business Adviser at Cromer Library. This service is free to those thinking of or who have just started a business in North Norfolk. A Business Adviser will be at the library on 3rd September, 2nd October, 5th November, 3rd December between 10am and 1pm for pre-booked appointments. To arrange a meeting e-mail info@enterprisenn.co.uk or telephone (01263) 569360. For more information visit www.eneterprisenn.co.uk Enterprise North Norfolk is a business start-up programme jointly funded by North Norfolk District Council and Norfolk County Council.

REGULAR EVENTS Adult Education Advice and Information - first Monday of each month 10am – 1pm. Need help with maths or English qualifications or help with reading and writing? Come and talk to an advisor about courses available locally. Information also available on all Adult Education courses. Age UK drop-in advice desk - Second Thursday of each month 10am -12pm. A volunteer from Age UK North Norfolk will be available to offer 1:1 advice and information. No appointment needed.

Cromer Carer Support Group - First Monday of each month 1pm – 3pm Do you look after a relative, neighbour or friend who is ill, disabled, has a mental health problem or a learning disability? If the answer is yes, then you are a carer. Relax, meet new people, enjoy activities and guest speakers. No booking required, contact Carers Forum 01603 219924 for more details

Saturday Storytime - Second Saturday of each month 11am – 12pm Come along to the library for stories and activities for younger children and families.

Poetry Appreciation Group - Second Thursday of each month 2pm start. Explore and enjoy a variety of poetry with our group, concentrating on established poems and understanding well-known poets. For more information contact Ann (01263) 761508.

Family History Drop In group - First Saturday of each month 10am – 12pm. Keen to research your family tree but not sure where to start? Our drop in sessions are for anyone interested in researching their family history

Family history help - Tuesdays 2pm – 4pm. Individual one hour advice sessions from our family history volunteer for anyone new to family history. (max two sessions per person), using ancestry online library edition. Please call the library to book a place.

Crime Scene - Second Monday of each month 6pm – 7pm. A book group for lovers of crime fiction. Please call for details.

Creative Writing Group - monthly on Monday mornings 10.30am – 12pm.

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Centenary of First World War to be commemorated with new Choral Work celebrating Life of Edith Cavell

Sheringham and Cromer Choral Society have commissioned the renowned composer Patrick Hawes to write a new large scale choral work to commemorate the outbreak of the First World War in 2014.

The world premiere performance in Norwich Cathedral on Saturday 12 July 2014 is part of the First World War Centenary Partnership, led by IWM (Imperial War Museums) as also will be a very special Remembrance Concert on Saturday 8 November 2014 in St Peter’s Church Sheringham.

The First World War Centenary Partnership is delivering a global programme of events and activities inspiring young and old to connect with the lives, stories and impact of the First World War.

Recently Patrick Hawes visited the choir during a rehearsal to talk about his plans. His brother, Rev Andrew Hawes, is currently writing the libretto which is based on the life and faith of Norfolk’s WW1 heroine, nurse Edith Cavell, who was executed in Belgium in 1915 for her role in helping hundreds of allied troops escape. Patrick will begin composing shortly and will meet with the choir over the coming months to share progress and “try out” some of

the music. Patrick explained that he is writing a solo soprano part for “my friend Elin Manahan Thomas” who will perform at the premiere with English Chamber Orchestra. He also announced to the choir that he has just signed a three-album deal with Decca.

As ambassador for The Prince’s Foundation for Children and the Arts, Hawes is keen to involve children in his compositions and it is planned that students from Gresham’s international Britten Music Course will take part in the premiere performance. The Sheringham concert will feature children from the Jiminies choir at Gresham’s Prep School and will be accompanied by the Norfolk Symphony Orchestra with soprano soloist Rosamund Walton. Patrick will also deliver a workshop at the Auden Theatre in May 2014, open to both children and adults, to talk about the art of composing and share some of the music prior to its first formal performance.

Diane Lees, Director-General of IWM says “We are all connected to the First World War, either through our own family history, the heritage of our local communities, or because of its long term impact on society and the world we live in today. Patrick Hawes and Sheringham and

Cromer Choral Society are enabling people in Norfolk to understand the impact of the Great War on society today”. Musical Director for the choir and Director of the international Britten Music Course at Gresham’s, Nathan Waring, said, "We are incredibly excited to be working with Patrick in the creation of a major new choral work. The support given to us by our donors, including a major Grant for the Arts from Arts Council England, is assisting a culturally significant event in the commemorations for the centenary of WW1 in 2014, and iBMC participants will benefit enormously from the experience of performing alongside the ECO and Elin Manahan Thomas. I am thrilled to be asked to conduct the world premiere of a work which we hope will add to the rich tapestry of contemporary English choral music."

Further funding is still required for this major project. Anyone wishing to find out more should contact the Chairman, Bob Cumber, on 01263 822331 or email info@sheringhamandcromerchoral.co.uk

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Cromer Carnival Children’s Weeks are well underway!

This week Cromer Carnival continued its celebrations with the second of two Children’s Weeks before the main carnival week which runs 17-21 August. Bumper crowds have been turning up to take part Children’s Weeks where activities have included the Sandcastle Competition and ever popular Paint-a-Stone competition.

Organisers of Children’s Weeks Tony West and Libby Clohisey said “We’ve had a great first week and we are really looking forward to week two which will finish with a Party on the Pier. After our first ever Duck Race off the Pier families can bring their own picnic and enjoy Punch & Judy, a magic show, games and a disco on the Pier Forecourt.”

Tony Shipp, Chairman of the Carnival said “Children’s Weeks are an established part of the run up to Cromer Carnival Week. Two weeks of activities for children and all the family.”

He went on to say “Libby and Tony have a great team of helpers to welcome families and get them in the Carnival spirit. The local families and regular visitors to Cromer already know what a great time is to be had. It's two weeks of free fun and entertainment with lots of prizes to be won too!"

The Carnival, now in its 44th year, sees a packed programme of over 120 events and activities across the celebrations. The programme promises a something for everyone from the traditional to the new across the summer holidays.

With the Children’s Weeks well underway the carnival atmosphere is building for the main carnival week which starts on Saturday 17 August with a Motorbike Extravaganza, Carnival Car Boot Sale, Craft Fair, Beer Festival and events in the arena on the Carnival field on Runton Road.

Events continue with the Crowning of Miss Cromer, Jade Armstrong, on Sunday 18th August by popular Norfolk entertainer Olly Day.

S U MMER EX H IB ITIO N Paintings by the Norfolk artist Leon Bunnewell 10th – 31st August 2013 Leon Bunnewell paints outside, on the spot – throughout the year and in all weathers. His style is fresh, loose, colourful and vigorous, alive with spontaneity. Leon does not just paint what he sees: he brings a scene to vivid life, evoking sensation and emotion

For the full programme of events please visit the Carnival website at www.cromercarnival.co.uk

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The meeting on 6 August was somewhat depleted but 20 members were joined by 2 guests at the Links Hotel in West Runton. After an exceptional lunch, Peter Stibbons gave an interesting presentation on aspects of the history of Overstrand, structured around the process he followed when making a DVD.

Peter mentioned a number of former residents important to Overstrand who had been mentioned by his interviewees. In proposing the vote of thanks, John Bolton-Maggs, himself a senior resident of Overstrand, confirmed that he had known many of these people personally and commended Peter on making a record of how Overstrand came to be what it is today.

Chairman, Dave Vickery, announced that the proposed joint meeting with Kelling Probus Club had been warmly endorsed at the recent Kelling meeting. The joint event will take place in March next year and will feature David Clayton, Editor of BBC Radio Norfolk, as the guest speaker.

The next meeting is on 3 September when George Carrick will be telling the story of the conversion of a railway carriage into a small cottage, situated at Holt Railway Station on the North Norfolk Railway. We also expect him to cover the history of railway carriages as accommodation and the conditions for the inhabitants.

Recent new members have found us welcoming so, if you are interested, contact Dave Vickery on 01263 824306 for more information and to arrange to attend a lunch. There is no obligation to join immediately; come and give it a try, then decide if you wish to attend regularly.

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Nigel Hogg's Big Thank You to the Norfolk and Norwich Hospital

When Seaside Special’s Musical Director was taken ill and had to be admitted to the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH) he was naturally a little concerned he would be missing the opening night of Seaside Special’s Show Two ‘Strictly Seaside’ at the Pavilion Theatre, Cromer Pier. The cast and crew of the show pulled together and whilst Nigel was missed by all the show, in true ‘showbiz’ style the show went on and received excellent reviews.

Some two weeks later Nigel was sufficiently recovered to be allowed home and was back at work after a further two weeks home rest.

Nigel was so impressed with his stay on Gissing Ward, treatment and the way the staff helped him he decide to find a way of saying thank you and bringing a smile to both staff and patients alike. So the idea to take a mini version of Seaside Special to the NNUH was hatched along with Emma Jarvis from the NNUH Hospital Arts Project. Nigel said “No one likes being ill and in hospital but my stay on Gissing Ward was superb, the doctors and nursing staff were all so kind and understanding They did what they needed to do and made sure that I was comfortable and knew what was going on at all times”.

He continued “this was my way of thanking them all and in doing so highlighting the superb work that all the staff at the NNUH do every day”.

With the help of the cast and back stage crew Nigel put together a twenty-five minute show which was performed at the hospital on Friday 9 August at 2.15pm and 3pm. Members of the nursing staff who helped Nigel were amongst the audience along with patients and hospital visitors.

Emma McKay, Director of Nursing at the NNUH said "This was a wonderful idea, it's the first time a show like this has been performed at the NNUH and we were all very excited, I am sure it gave a boost to patients, visitors and staff alike. It is such a kind gesture and I would like to thank both the cast and stage crew for giving up their time to do the shows and bring a little bit of Seaside Special magic to the hospital.

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Northrepps Film Society opens with free show

Northrepps is following the example of many villages up and down the country by starting up a film society, which will show a film each month from September to April in the village hall.

Special bus to ferry the cast and crew to and from the hospital, konectbus were delighted to help.

Emma Jarvis from the Hospital Arts Project said “My thanks to konectbus for giving their time and the Seaside Special bus to transport the cast so they could put on these special performances, it was really great to see everyone working together and bringing a little bit of Seaside Special magic to the hospital".

Managing Director of konectbus Julian Patterson said, "We were delighted to be able to support this event. It is such a great idea and one that the patients and staff will enjoy. We're proud to be part of the North Norfolk community and pleased that our konectexpress 2 service could play a part in such a great day"

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The programme begins on September 5th with the Oscar-winning The King’s Speech and this inaugural show will be completely free of charge. The film starts at 7:30 p.m. but doors open at 7pm with tea and coffee for sale, as well as a licensed bar, so that people have a chance to socialise before settling down to enjoy the film.

The idea of a film society came from Billy Miles, chairman of Northrepps village hall committee, who asked Andrew Gilling whether he would look into creating one. Andrew recruited several people in the village to help him do this and so the Northrepps Film Society was born. Said Les McCormick, secretary of the society, “We thought it would be a great way of bringing people together and providing entertainment in the village.”

The projector and screen are being hired from Village Screen, an organisation which supports local film societies, and the start-up costs were donated as a grant by the Norfolk Community Foundation. After the first month, however, the film society must fund itself through ticket sales. “To do that, we are going to need at least forty people at each show so we are really hoping there will be plenty of local support,” said Andrew Gilling.

The first year’s programme continues with Midnight Cowboy on October 3rd; Cromer in the Second World War on November 7th, with a talk by the publisher, Peter Stibbons; and The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel on December 5th.

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Tickets for these and subsequent shows will cost £4.50.

Full details can be found on the film society’s website at www.northreppsfilmsociety.co.uk. Cromer Times 428 August 24th 2013

Registered charity 1109000

Sheringham Park Ramble Sunday 1 September at 2pm

Sheringham Park

Adder Adventure Tuesday 27 and Thursday 29 August, Time 10.30 – 12.30

Join us as we go in search of Britain’s only venomous snake – the adder! Includes a walk of around 2 miles with some rough ground – unsuitable for pushchairs. No dogs please. Children £4, Accompanying Adults £2.50. Booking required. Tel.0844 249 1895 or visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Sheringham 5% booking fee payable

Bat walk - Friday 30 August, 7pm

Explore the world of bats as we take a stroll through the Park as night falls. Learn about these fascinating animals and listen to them with the help of a bat detector. Includes a walk of around 2 miles with some rough ground – unsuitable for pushchairs. £5.50. Booking required. Tel.0844 249 1895 or visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Sheringham 5% booking fee payable

Parkrun - every Saturday 9am

A timed 5km fun run offering an opportunity for all the local community, to come together on a regular basis to enjoy this beautiful park and get physically active into the bargain. For full details go to www.parkrun.org.uk/sheringham

History comes to life Wednesday 4 September

Bring you walking shoes to enjoy a guided walk around the park taking in the stunning coastal views many of which were created by landscape gardener Humphry Repton. Free to all (GBW)

Victorian ghosting with the Diggers, our costumed interpretation group.

History comes to life Wednesday 11 September

Uncovered, the Landscape of Sheringham Park - Saturday 14 & Sunday 15 September

See the Diggers, our costumed interpretation group, in action.

All talks and walk free, booking essential. Tel.0844 249 1895 or visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Sheringham

History comes to life Wednesday 18 September

See the Diggers, our costumed interpretation group, explore the Georgian period.

Autumn Birdwatch (max 15) Saturday 28 September 8.30am – 1pm

Garden Highlights - Thursday 19 September

Join us on a morning birdwatch around the varied habitats of the Sheringham Park estate at this busy time for bird migration. Suitable for beginners – binoculars available to borrow. Includes a walk of around 4 miles. Refreshment break included. £7 per person Booking required. Tel. 0844 249 1895 or visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Sheringham 5% booking fee payable

Enjoy a private tour of Blickling’s 55-acre garden with Stephen, Assistant Head Gardener, who has worked here for more than 40 years. Find out more about the new Philadelphus garden and our ambitious plans to bring the walled garden back to life. Booking advised. Usual garden admission applies (NT members free).

Objects in Focus Monday 23 – Fri 27 September

Blickling Estate

The RAF at Blickling - Sunday 1 September

Our team share their particular passions for unique items in our collection of treasures with a short talk. 12pm & 2pm. No booking required. Usual admission applies (NT members free).

During WWII Blickling Hall and its surrounding buildings and land became billets for aircrew from nearby RAF Oulton. Explore this important part of our story with special tours, memorabilia and costumed interpretation. Visit the museum and discover the stories of the brave men & women who served as part of Bomber Command squadrons and risked their lives carrying out raids during WWII. Usual admission applies (NT members free). Attic tours are charged separately.

History comes to life Wednesday 25 September

A maids’ eye view. See the Diggers, our costumed interpretation group, in action

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If you are concerned about a family member that may have signs of dementia, please call us for best advice with no obligation.

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Homes for sale & rent Featured Property

NEW INSTRUCTION

Corpusty

£169,950

A delightful period brick & flint cottage, surprisingly large living accommodation with character, generous garden, fronting the village green. EPC Rating E. Holt Office 01263 711021 This substantial 4 bed detached house was built in the 1950s & sits on a plot of 0.46acre (stms) & is approached via a sweeping gravelled driveway, which provides ample parking & turning space. 3 receps, utility room & large garden room. Single garage & concrete sectional garage at the rear. EPC Rating E.

North Walsham

Sheringham

£550 PCM

Purpose built two bedroom flat within a short walk of the town and the sea. Allocated parking. EPC Rating C. Sheringham Office 01263 823201

Cromer

North Walsham Office 01692 404658

North Walsham £360,000 £144,950

This 3 bed property has been extensively improved, new kitchen, new bathroom, new gas fired combi boiler, decoration, new flooring throughout. EPC Rating D. North Walsham Office 01692 404658

Sheringham

£339,950

Stunning 1930's four double bedrooms extended, refurbished with great style and flair bringing a contemporary twist to a traditional home. EPC Rating D. Sheringham Office 01263 823201

As members of The Guild of Professional Estate Agents with some 750 offices nationwide and a prestigious showroom on Park Lane, we can offer unprecedented access to the lucrative London market attracting a wider audience of potential purchasers.

Arrange your market valuation today! 42 Market Place 18 Church Street North Walsham NR28 9BT Cromer NR27 9ES northwalsham@watsons-property.co.uk

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Cromer

£169,950

Beautifully presented modern two bed house (Bennett Homes), sympathetically incorporating existing period flint work, with traditional new build. EPC Rating C. Cromer Office 01263 515120

58 Station Road Sheringham NR26 8RG

£550 PCM

A spacious unfurnished Grade ll listed terrace house situated just off town centre. 3 Bedrooms, kitchen/diner, lounge, utility, gas central heating. EPC Rating TBC. Cromer Office 01263 515120

Holt

£475 PCM

Very well furnished 2 bedroom 1st floor apartment situated very close to the centre of town. EPC Rating C. Holt Office 01263 711021

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Two bed end terrace is well presented, kitchen/dining rm, 1st floor landing with 2 beds & fitted bathrm, enc rear gdn & 2 allocated parking spaces. EPC Rating D. North Walsham Office 01692 404658

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North Walsham and District Branch of Cats Protection

When I sent the last copy for the “Times” papers to Margaret, she replied by asking if we would be able to assist an elderly gentleman who had contacted her hoping we would be able to help him as he had 9 cats and 6 kittens needing new homes. He was asking for help having read one of our previous articles. I then discussed the situation with Stephanie and made contact with the family who said that the older cats had just appeared, so we can only assume that they had been dumped there; they were feral but the kittens quite friendly. As we cannot put feral cats in our pens (it would be cruel to confine them in such a small space) we were able to offer to get the adult cats neutered and because the kittens were still quite small we would be able to take them into care and find them new homes. Although not the ideal solution the family were grateful for the help we could offer and plans were then made to catch all the kittens before starting to trap, neuter and return the adult cats to the site. One of the cats already in care was then moved (and has now been re-homed) to accommodate the kittens and the job of catching

commenced. A further two kittens were discovered in the meantime and all are now in care, all tabby and white but from three separate litters. Two of the kittens were a little hissy to begin with but with lots of contact from their fosterer they have all settled in and some are already old enough to leave us.

Because the lady trapping the cats works, we asked Barbara, one of our volunteers, if she would deal with the transporting to and from the vets and fortunately she has been able to do this. To date, six of the cats have been trapped and neutered although sadly one died on the operating table. This happens very rarely and there is usually an underlying health problem when it does. We now believe there are only two more cats to catch and hopefully when you read this they too will have been to the vets and the family concerned will have no extra cats to care for and, more importantly, no more kittens.

Sheringham Carnival Pet Show

– a fantastic day for all that attended! A big thank you to everyone that took part in organising and joining in with this event. It was our first attempt at a pet show and we were delighted with the turn out. It was lovely to see many of our regular clients there as well as a few holiday makers. The carnival queen Jenna, with her attendant Pippa, judged the categories picking winners from each one, with the help of our own Vet Michaela and Jen our guest Vet from Edinburgh. The overall winner went to one of our regular clients – Daisy a lovely cocker spaniel, she won the award for her lovely temperament and being such a well behaved pooch on the day! Other winners included little Molly for being so tiny, Gillie for being a beautiful rescue and Flo for being the oldest in the show. There were so many winners, we hope they all had a good day and that they will join us again next time.

We would also like to say a huge thank you to Mr and Mrs Osborne for the fabulous agility display they put on using their own dogs and for helping members of the public have a go at the course.

If you have any of your own pictures of the show feel free to put them on our facebook page. More pictures are on our website or you can go to www.andylangleyphotography.org.uk for more.

Twitter

If you are looking for a cat or kitten please give a call on 01692 535858. Alternatively you can visit

www.cats.org.uk/northwalsham

for a description and photographs of the cats before giving us a call on the above number to find out where any particular cat is being fostered.

If however you are interested in receiving help to neuter your cat/kitten please ring 07880 256948 (to see if you are eligible for a voucher).

Cromer Lifeboat Day

The street collection for the RNLI on 28th July raised £1109.52.

The Fete held at the same time raised a further £1392.84.

An earlier collection at Morrisons store amounted to £456.77.

Cromer Ladies Lifeboat Guild committee would like to thank all volunteers and the public for making these events a success. Marguerite Leeds, collection organiser. Cromer Times 428 August 24th 2013

Busking comes to Cromer Pier

Cromer Pier is set to showcase an array of musical talent at the end of the summer when it holds its first ‘busking Day’. Sunday 8th September will see six musical acts battle it out for your vote as they play along the length of the pier.

The six acts will play from 11am to 3pm, alternating every hour so they get to perform at different sections along the pier. The public will have the opportunity to collect a voting form on the pier forecourt and wander around listening to acts before voting for their favourite. The winning act will receive a slot on the coveted Pavilion Theatre Stage at a later date.

The idea of hosting a busking day on Cromer pier was the brain-child of two friends, local music promoter Ben Carpenter and General Manager of the Pier Rebecca Wass.

Ben said “Rebecca got in touch recently after Rock Bodham which I organised and wanted to see if I could come up with any ideas for the pier so between us we came up with this. I’m really excited as we will have no electric, power amps or mics so it will be proper old fashioned busking only! It should be a really entertaining day.”

Rebecca said “I’ve been working over the last few months to create some opportunities for

artists to perform on the Pier and entertain the visitors; this has worked well with walk-about acts and some storytelling. After seeing the success of Rock Bodham I knew Ben would be the perfect person to help increase this entertainment through to September, his brilliant suggestion of a Busking day will showcase local talent and give one lucky winner a brilliant opportunity to perform on The Pavilion Stage.”

The line-up is nearly complete and includes Jim Higgs, Swing Lizzy, Couch and Reg Length. The type of music that the acts will be performing will be kept under wraps until the day so it’s a bit of a surprise.

Jon from Swing Lizzy said ‘It sounds so much fun and gives us an excuse to bring back all the material we played years ago. It’s a great idea’ The team at Cromer pier would like to thank all the artists who are giving up their free time to help out. More information can be found on the pier Facebook page www.facebook.com/ PavilionTheatreCromerPier

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Back to school and back to session

In September, as the summer holidays end, children head back to school and people return to work. NHS Blood and Transplant is urging people in this area to make sure giving blood is part of their routine. Blood is always required with hospitals in England and North Wales needing around 7,000 units of blood every day to treat patients for a range of reasons. It is used in accidents and emergencies but also during surgery and treatment for cancer and blood diseases, like leukaemia. Please book your appointment now and get the date in your diary to help others.

It is important that vital blood stocks are maintained at all times, as red blood cells have a shelf life of just 35 days and platelets a shelf life of only seven days. NHS Blood and Transplant needs to collect enough blood in the right quantities to meet patient needs and regular donors are crucial in enabling us to do so.

Derek Carr, Lead Donor Relations Manager for NHSBT, said: New donors are always welcome. The more people who register and donate, the easier it is for us to tailor our sessions, so we collect just what’s needed. For example, if stocks of a particular blood group are falling, we have more people with that group who we can call on to donate. Now is as good a time as any to get your first appointment in your diaries.” Anyone aged between 17 - 65, weighing more than 50 kg (7 stone 12lbs) and in general good health could potentially start saving lives by becoming a blood donor. There is no upper age limit for donors who have donated in the last two years. For more information or to book an appointment call the Donor Line on 0300 123 23 23 or visit www.blood.co.uk

One Church, Two Worship Centres, Four congregations

Every Sunday ……. 9.00am @ The Parish Church – quieter & more traditional 10.30am @ The Parish Church – all age & contemporary 10.30am @ St Martin’s – smaller & more intimate 7.00pm @ The Parish Church – relaxed & informal At St Martin’s every fourth Sunday 10.15am-12noon Café Church - Quality coffee, croissants, cake. A new way of doing Church

Large Selection of Furniture & Accessories

Why not come along and check us out!

‘being the people of God, for the people of Cromer’ www.cromer-church.org.uk

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Services Guide

AL-HAQQ’S KITCHEN

Tandoori Indian Takeaway HOME DELIVERY to Cromer, Suffield Park, Roughton & Northrepps on orders over £12 (Delivery charge applies) Opening hours 5pm - 11pm SEVEN DAYS A WEEK

Special offer every Thursday Choice of set meal £6.95 or £7.50

Set meal of your choice (6 different dishes) £10.95

Tel: 01692 404031 / 404071

Cromer

Printing & Copying to A1 Binding - Shredding - Laminating Business - Personal Stationery Cards³Invitations² Service sheets

01263 514148

34 Church St, Cromer thecopyshop@virginmeida.com

NORTH NORFOLK FENCING Your Local Fencing Contractor All aspects of fencing undertaken *Picket *Close Board *Post & Rail *Concrete Posts & Gravel Boards Trees and Hedges Removed

Brians Handyman Services

Painting / Decorating / Tiling / Woodwork / Odd Jobs Assembling flat packs, Putting up shelves, Pictures, Curtain poles Small Electrical / Changing light switches sockets & light fittings Small Plumbing work Fencing & Gatework / Garden work Clearing & Repairing gutters

No Job Too small / No Obligation Free Estimates

Call brian Anytime 01263 512644 Mob 07789 634817

J J SURFACING CONCRETE / TARMAC DRIVEWAYS PATIOS, PATHS, FENCING ETC. MINI DIGGER HIRE WITH DRIVER

** SUMMER DISCOUNTS ** MOB: 07818 495 762 TEL: 01263 825905 SALES * SERVICE * REPAIRS

For all makes of Washing Machines Dishwashers Cookers etc. No Call Out Charge

*FULL REPAIR SERVICE AVAILABLE* Very competitive prices - FREE ESTIMATES Covering all areas throughout Norfolk

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Electrical Supplies

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Fencing / Concrete Pads Drainage Patios / Driveways / Decking Fascias / Soffits / Guttering Re-Felting Sheds & Summer Houses

Bathrooms & Kitchens Small Extensions Fully Insured Council Approved 15 Years Experience

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Gas Servicing, Repairs and Installation All Plumbing work All Property Maintenance

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Natural Gas & LPG Boilers / Fires / Cookers Installations / Servicing / Repairs System Power Flushing

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Carpentry and Garden Maintenance New and old building work undertaken 25 years experience. Fully insured ~ Competitive rates. Free estimates with special rates for OAP's. No job too small.

Tel: 01263 514818 Mobile: 07928 816 456

DON’T RISK PAYING HIGH BT CALL OUT CHARGES! FOR WIRING FAULTS OR BROADBAND PROBLEMS NEW/SHIFT EXTENSIONS IN HOME OR OFFICE LOCAL, INDEPENDENT ENGINEER OFFERS PROMPT SERVICE AT 1/2 BT PRICES

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Car Sales & Self Drive Hire Boilers/Fires/Cookers/Water Heaters

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Services Guide LOCKSMITH

Norfolk Maids

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Domestic Cleaning and Ironing Services At competitive rates!

Let US help YOU with your household chores

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HAMLYN PEST CONTROL Or call 07788 532229

Rat, Mouse, Wasp & Insect Treatment for all Domestic and Retail Premises at VERY COMPETITIVE RATES For a Professional, Friendly Service Call on 01263 860112

( or 01263 861587)

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Need a Reliable Electrician? - Call

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No job too big or small Contact Paul on 01263 825555 Mobile: 07974 729098

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Unique Security System for Peace of Mind Various packages available to suit your needs All of our cleaners are experienced and fully insured Why not take a look at our website

Mark Holland All types of Doors, Windows

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Bathroom & Kitchen Specialist Complete Design & Installation Service

Call Alan or Simon For a free quote

Also General Plumbing Work Undertaken

TEL. 01263 720301 TEL. 07767 817892 Email alan.colk@btinternet.com

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Painting & Decorating Patios - Shed Bases - Footpaths - Turfing Grass Cutting & Gardening

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ROSIE ALLDOGS DOG MINDING

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07840 309711 01263 515918

Ian Ash Joiner & Installer

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Competitive Prices Excellent Service Over 20 years Experience N.V.Q. 1, 2, 3 730 Lecturers’ Cert

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Private Hire Transport & Express Courier Service

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INSURANCE For all your business and personal insurance needs Home - Motor - Business - Liability For a free quote call Andrew on 01263 823977 email andrew@northnorfolkinsurance.co.uk for a free call back Evening or weekend appointments available www.northnorfolkinsurance.co.uk Helping to protect what is important to you, locally

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Duncan Knott Plumbing & Heating Services

Boiler installation, service & repairs Bathroom installation & tiling service Or just that dripping tap! Quality workmanship assured Oftec approved engineer For a fast & friendly service call Duncan on 07900 783480

Retired British Telecom engineer

with 36 years experience offers a provision and repair service. Domestic and business. No job too small. Local friendly service. Reasonable rates.

Telephone John on 01692 400912

NORTHREPPS 'POPPYLAND' BRANCH

Our small Branch has been busy over the past few weeks, working, socialising, and fund raising, within our local community. It started off on the 29th June, 2013, at Armed Forces Day, with our Branch Stand and Standard, at Cromer, and this is always a pleasure to be working with our neighbouring Branch at this event, having the opportunity of allowing the public a glimpse into the work of The Royal British Legion, and our thanks go to Cromer Branch, and the Cromer Womens' Section, for their welcome and excellent hospitality.

On Saturday 13th July, 2013, our newly appointed Branch President, Major Eric Foxall MBE., and his wife, hosted at their home, the annual Branch Garden Party, which was attended by members and their guests, and we were delighted to welcome also Mr. John Needham, Cromer Branch Chairman, and Brigadier SJM Marriner CBE. After enjoying both the delicious food dishes all prepared by members, and the delightful hot sunny weather, our Chairman Mr. Eric Vickers on behalf of our 22

Branch members, presented to Major Eric Foxall MBE, a Royal British Legion Branch Certificate, in recognition and appreciation of all his work within our Branch and the Royal British Legion, since 1978. His wife was presented with a bouquet of flowers.

Northrepps Fete on the 29th July, 2013 - it is always a pleasure annually again to have our stand, and game for not only children but the adults, to participate in, and also to set out and sell their bric-a-brac for them, and it is good that we can support our local church at the same time.

Finally, on Wednesday 31st July, 2013, we held our annual Coffee Morning at Overstrand Sports Pavilion, raising a total of £213.11, for our Branch funds. It has been very busy, but enjoyable few weeks, and we would like to thank everybody who has supported us, given raffle prizes, and generally given us their help, and this has resulted in The Royal British Legion working within the community, and highlighting the work that they undertake,

helping and supporting our Servicemen and women, taking into consideration the operational theatres that they now see themselves very much involved in today.

Why not come along to Northrepps Country Cottage Hotel, 1930hours, first Monday of every month, (second Monday on Bank Holidays) and join a small very active Branch of The Royal British Legion. A warm welcome awaits you. The next Meeting will be Monday 2nd September, 2013, when we will be putting our autumn/winter programme together.

For further information, please contact our Secretary, Lorna, on 01263 579633. Cromer Times 428 August 24th 2013

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Dear Margaret,

Mount Snowdon challenge was completed...

I would just like to thank all your readers and the fantastic clients of Hair Couture for their generous donations in helping me raise £622 for the Alzheimer's Society.

The day itself did not go as expected as thick fog and extremely high winds tried to dampen our spirits but the five of us together (myself with Barry Foulser, Sandra Foulser, Nathan Foulser and Jennifer Armstrong) ploughed on with the aid of jelly babies!

Thank-you again for all of your support and kind messages.

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A Seaside Café offering a warm welcome throughout the year. Serving traditional breakfasts, classic cafe food, homemade cakes and excellent coffee too. Cromer crab salads and sandwiches now available. Open Monday to Saturday from 10am 10% discount for NHS staff

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Dear Margaret,

I was bored – nothing to do, nothing on the box, I know I’ll get my motorbike out – ride down to Land’s End and then up to John o’Groats, that will pass a bit of time! My bike, a modernish twin cylinder Triumph Bonneville of 865cc.

Well at my modest pace it took six-days to cover the 2064 miles door-to-door, the weather was mixed, sometimes it was a bit damp, very damp one day with horizontal rain and on the way home it got so hot that I had stop to take my vest off – too much information!

Raised a bit of cash for Big-C, Norfolk’s own cancer charity, plus I was able to pass on to them a voucher I won from Urban Armour of Burnham Market for getting a photograph of my trip in the Norfolk Magazine. There may be another attack of boredom next spring, but where to then? But next year I’ll be 68 years-of-age and much, much more sensible! One in three of us will develop cancer, Big-C provides local support, care and equipment plus national research for those of us who have or will develop this disease. Your support will help someone today and may save somebody’s life tomorrow. John Lewis Town Close, Holt, 01263 711 536

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Further opportunity to save money on gas and electricity bills

North Norfolk District Council (NNDC) is offering residents a further opportunity to use ‘people power’ to save money on their gas and electricity bills through the Big Switch and Save scheme.

The first round of the scheme was launched in North Norfolk in March this year, with 2796 households in the area registering. They achieved an overall average annual saving of £111 per household, with the highest average annual saving of £139 for ‘dual fuel’ customers opting for online billing. Nearly 12,000 households registered across the country as a whole, of which 71% were able to make a saving through switching.

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GUIDED WALKS

Walks are suitable for adults and older children. Advance booking is essential. Cost: £4.00 or £3.00 with Museums Pass.

Lost Hotels of Cromer Sunday 8th September (2pm - 4pm)

Discovering the sites of Cromer’s lost hotels, you’ll hear all about their fascinating history on this walk, guided by Del Styan.

Burgh-next-Aylsham and Brampton Roman Town Saturday 14th September (2pm – 4pm) Imagine the scene nearly 2000 years ago when you visit Brampton Roman Town and Burgh-nextAylsham’s medieval church of St. Mary. Meet at St. Mary’s Church, grid ref TG 217 250.

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Further opportunity to save money on gas and electricity bills.

All you need is a bill or a statement from your energy supplier which includes the energy you used last year or your estimated usage for the year ahead. Registering is quick and easy and up to five households can be registered from a single email address so you can help family, friends and neighbours to register if they do not have their own internet access. A helpline is available on 0800 0488285.

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NNDC Cabinet Member for Environmental Services, John Lee, said, “We all know that gas and electricity costs are soaring and energy switching is one way individual households can reduce those costs. NNDC is delighted to be able to offer a second opportunity for people in North Norfolk to register for the Big Switch and Save. Our experience in the first round of the scheme shows that it really can help many people cut their energy costs in these difficult times.”

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MARDLE at the MUSEUM Wednesday 11th September (10.30-12noon)

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Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and mardle about Cromer past and present. With a presentation on: “Overstrand’s Lady Battersea’s Will”. Drop-in, admission free!

EVENTS FOR ADULTS

Cost: £15.00 or £14.00 with a Museums Pass. One- day workshop. Advance booking is essential.

Hands-on Fossils: a beginner's guide to fossils Friday 20th September (10am-3pm)

Suitable for beginners, we will use the collections of the Norfolk Museums and Archaeology Service and take a romp through the variety of fossils from Norfolk and beyond, from microscopic pollen to elephants. Find out how to collect, curate and identify fossils, how they came to be preserved and

what they tell us about our geological past. Have a go at finding and identifying real fossils from the Cromer Forest Bed using a microscope.

Web site www.museums.norfolk.gov.uk email cromer.museum@norfolk.gov.uk Tel. 01263 513543.

Charity beside the Sea Day

Sunday 25th August 2013 4.00pm onwards Local Fisherman, Willie Cox, Demonstrating Crab/Lobster Pot making Sea food Supper - charge applies. The Castaways – shanty singers Free entry for club members £1.00 otherwise – children free Grand Raffle-Donation collection Come and join us in our friendly comfortable surroundings.

Cromer Marrams bowls Club

experience regarding the maintenance and cutting and I am sure that any issues will be discussed and sorted out for 2014. Well done to the club committee and the new contractors. In the Hansells League the club finished in fourth position and R G Carter BC won the league and were successful in the county play offs. They will be offered a place in the County Premier League and if they accept we will wish them all success.

Tales from the Bowling Green ...

...and the weather has continued to be good for all the bowlers on the green. I have been a bit surprised that the morning roll ups have not been supported as well as I would have expected in view of such fine bowling weather. We have new people looking after the green this year and it has looked in really good condition whereas many greens have been very brown and patchy. This season has been very much a learning

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The Cromer Crabs were successful in their final game of the season away at Holt Tawny Owls winning 7-2. However that did not quite prove to be enough as Dilham Cross Keys won 9-0 away at Mill Farm and managed to win the Area League ‘A’ by 3½ points with the Crabs second. Cromer Crows have played three games to finish their season including two games against Holt Barn Owls. One of those was the game abandoned when the sprinklers came on half way through the game. The Crows lost 2-7 away at the Barn Owls and lost by a similar score at home to Reepham Town. However they finished their season with a very good 7-2 win at home against the Barn Owls in the rearranged match. The NANSA League team were away against Cawston and lost 2-6. They had a game at home against Dilham Cross Keys and claimed a very creditable 4-4 draw. This was followed by a very good 8-0 win away against Sheringham Morley. There is one game left to play away against Holt Swallows.

Fit Together Walks

Tuesday 27 August – 10.30am Cromer/East Runton Walk –

Grade 3 – Approx. 3.2 miles – A walk with moderate gradients on dirt, gravel, grass and minor roads. Meet at the NNDC Car Park, (Parking charges apply), Runton Rd, Cromer (OS Grid: TG211423).

Tuesday 27 August - 1pm - Cromer Doctors’ Surgery and Upper prom Bookable Walk –

Grade 1 – Approx. 1 mile – A walk on paved surfaces with gentle gradients and breath- taking views. Meet at the Cromer Docs’ Surgery, 48 Overstrand Rd, Cromer, NR27 0AJ (parking along road). (Wheel chair friendly but kerbs) Please book for this walk on 07766 259999 by 3pm on Fri 23rd August.

Friday 30 August – 10.30am Felmingham/Swanton Abbott Walk –

Grade 3 – Approx. 4 miles – A walk with gentle gradients and a mixture of quiet lanes, farm tracks, field and woodland paths and Weavers Way – Meet at the Weavers Way free Car Park, Felmingham – off the B1145 North Walsham/ Aylsham Rd follow the sign ½ mile down Church Rd (OS Grid TG251286).

Neil does not appear to be having much luck lately. A postman could not get into his block of flats to deliver the mail. A key had been broken in the main entrance lock. No one could get in or out! Neil had to climb out of the window to assist the postman. Not an easy task. The dress code on the green for morning roll ups is not formal as it is a public green open to any person with appropriate bowls and shoes. However one morning Jack was seen to be very colourful. Tartan cap, blue and yellow flowered shorts and to finish it off one striped yellow sock and one striped red sock – yes he had another similar pair at home!

On Saturday 31st August the Ladies of the club play the Gentlemen of the club in an annual fixture. This is a game with the desire to win very strong on both sides

At the beginning of September Sue Ealden our Norfolk Bowls Association Ladies President will bring a team of her ladies to play a game on the Marrams Green against a men’s team representing the Norfolk Bowls Association Men’s President Peter Cottee. No holds barred. Bragging rights up for grabs in the county for the next 12 months.

And so I move on to the forthcoming games that you may wish to come along and support:

Sunday 25th August 2,00pm St Edmundsbury BC: mixed triples game Saturday 31st August 2.00pm Ladies v Gentlemen of Cromer Monday 2nd September 2.00pm Ladybay BC: mixed triples game Tuesday 3rd September 2.00pm NBA Ladies Presidents Team v NBA Men’s Presidents Team Peter Bird

Friday 30 August – 1.30pm Felmingham Short Walk –

Grade 2 - Approx. 2.3 miles – A mainly flat walk (except steps at beginning) with field edges, woodland paths, farm tracks and concrete surfaces. Meet at the Weavers Way free Car Park, Felmingham – off the B1145 North Walsham/Aylsham Rd follow the sign ½ mile down Church Rd (OS Grid TG251286).

Early warning: Wednesday 18 December - 10.30am Christmas Mince Pie and Mulled Wine Walk –

Join us for a lovely 2 mile walk through the village of West Runton and around the perimeter of Hillside Animal Sanctuary with mince pies and tea/coffee/mulled wine at The Links Hotel, West Runton, NR27 9QH after– please book for this walk on 07766 259999. Bookings close: Friday 6 December at the latest! £3 each.

Please arrive 20 mins early if you are new. For more information contact Melanie Brown on 07826 869377.

The Local Pick Up Point for the full Fit Together walk programme is Cromer Tourist Information Centre. Cromer Times 428 August 24th 2013

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