Cromer Times 437 by Eric Hayton

Issue 437 18th January 2014

A Dazzler of a Display

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

Crowds of locals and visitors enjoyed a dazzling and spectacular start to 2014 at Cromer’s New Year’s Day Fireworks. The breathtaking display saw over 500 fireworks launched off Cromer Pier and out to sea in the country’s biggest New Year’s Day firework show.

The event attracted thousands of people on a wet and windy day which saw a clear and dry spell for the dazzling evening display. Spectators lined the cliff tops and promenade to watch the 15 minute extravaganza explode in the skies and on the surface of the sea. Clive Casburn from Premiere Fireworks said “the display has become for us, one of the most interesting of our annual displays. The pier has proved a marvellous setting, by rigging the whole length of the pier the show can be seen all along the shoreline. Also, by suspending material from the pier, it adds another dimension to the display. The use of aquatic fireworks, surprises the audience every year. The reflections of the fireworks in the sea create a really unbelievable atmosphere”.

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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 - meet on Mondays 7pm – 8.45pm. 01263 514562 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 ORCHESTRA welcomes new members especially string and brass players. We meet at the Belfry Arts Centre Overstrand on Monday evenings 7pm to 9pm. All we ask is that you bring your instrument, a music stand, and lots of enthusiasm. Norman Moor 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 welcome. Contact 01263 513408. 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 & matches. For details contact Sharon Laws on 07767 325585 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. 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 Cromer & District Garden Society meet second Weds 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

Bittern DX Group Bittern DX Group currently holding our meetings at the Erpingham Arms on the last Thursday of the month, not The Roman Camp at Aylmerton 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). 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 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 Steve for more details on 01603 893685 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 inc. members of their families welcome. Contact Joe Floyd 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 Cash Bingo every Friday at 7.30pm and every Sunday at 8pm at Cromer Town Football Club Short Mat Bowls in the Parish Hall every Wednesday and Thursday morning 9.15am for a prompt start at 9.30am. Tuition and bowls available. Contact Dorothy on 01263 510901 North Walsham Spiritualist Centre 6.30pm - 8pm every Sunday in the St John Ambulance Hall, Bacton Road, North Walsham. All welcome. CONTINUED ON PAGE 6...

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A Dazzler of a Display

“We take great pride in firing this show, which helps in bringing a real celebration to the town and North Norfolk, to welcome in the New Year.”

This year’s display was specially designed to conclude with red fireworks, representing poppies, floating on the sea to mark the 100th anniversary of the commencement of the First World War in 1914. One visitor said “It is a lovely start to 2014, and the raft of red lanterns at the end was just beautiful.” The afternoon’s activities began with a fun run organised by North Norfolk Beach Runners, which saw 18 brave people line up to run a mile along Cromer’s recently storm battered promenade. The race was won by Catherine Longe from Holt in a time of 7mins 24secs.

Chairman of the Fireworks committee Jim Bond said "This year’s show was as spectacular as in previous years. Premiere fireworks have been planning and building the show over the last few months and produced effects that lit up the skies and sea in a variety of colours.” Local attractions and traders opened up their shops, eateries, museums and businesses on what is now one of the town’s busiest days of the year.

Thorpe Market Church

The Craft Fair event held on 16/17 November raised £293.08 for church funds. The Tastes, Smells & Sights of The Holy Land presentation on 23 November given by Janet Balfour raised £70 for the benefit of the children of Bethlehem. Thank you to all who attended.

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Coltishall Clinic is very pleased to announce the arrival of a new stateof-the-art q-switched ruby laser from polaris medical. It is a heavy machine weighting at 125 lbs and taller than most of us with its articulated laser arm. It is very expensive too but we believe in offering only the best. And when it comes to laser tattoo removal-shortcuts are simply not worth it!

The market has been flooded with cheap poorly tested laser devices in recent years. We have seen more injuries, inadequate treatments and even keloid scars after tattoo removals attempted by non-medical establishments recently.

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Overstrand Evening WI

Our November monthly meeting also incorporated the Annual Meeting where reports were read, Financial Statements presented and a new Committee and President appointed for the following year.

In December members enjoyed a social evening with a ‘Bring and Share’ supper followed by member Liz Crane demonstrating a simple Christmas table decoration, a short light hearted quiz, all rounded off with a dip into the bran tub.

We welcome visitors and prospective new members to our meetings; these are on the third Wednesday of the month at 7.30 p.m. in the Parish Hall, Overstrand.

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4... 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 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: First Thurs each month: Carers Forum Support Group meetings 1–3pm. Second Thurs each month: Age UK drop-in advice desk 10.30am12pm. 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

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We started our December meeting early with a Christmas buffet prepared by the Committee members. Plenty of turkey sandwiches, sausage rolls and mince pies. It was all rounded off by a visit from Father Christmas who issued out gifts to all. There was a lovely display of creative hanging Christmas trees that had been made with colourful Christmas material and milk bottle tops. These had been created at one of our craft sessions with Val Lodge.

We then had our meeting and the speaker for the month was Mrs. Shirley Rees with her talk entitled “Sewing Inspirations”. We were told how it all started with a patchwork course at Wroxham Barns and that led to embroidery, appliqué and all other forms of sewing. She loved using colour and this showed in her work. There was a display of quilts, wall hangings, bags, cushions and greeting cards.

We were told that our collection during the Christmas tree and Nativity festival raised £142 for the Cromer Skatepark fund. We had a draw for a bursary to help two members attend a course at Denman, Oxford. This is the WI’s own training centre. Frances Lee and Doreen Wood both won the drawer to qualify. Our competition of a Christmas tree decoration was won by Pat Fisher.

New members are always welcome on the second Thursday of the month at 2pm in the Community Hall in Garden Street. 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 Sheringham Stroke Support Group for anyone who has suffered a stroke. Meets fortnightly Wednesdays 2.15pm - 4pm at Sheringham Methodist Church on Cromer Road. 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. Terry 01692 406486

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 the month. 2 course lunch for £7.50. Sittings start from 12am till 2pm. Please call in or call 01263 822087. Junior Tennis Coaching in the Sports Hall at the High School every Saturday morning 9am -10am. All welcome, all equipment supplied. For further information call Colin 07774 810214 or 01692 501172’ 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.

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 512450 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 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 Railway Quilters and Craft Group meet on 2nd and 4th Tuesday between 10-12am at Overstrand Parish Hall, The Londs Contact Viv 01263 576986 Northrepps Over 60s Luncheon Club meet on the 3rd Thursday of every month at Northrepps Village Hall. All welcome. For further details ring Barry 01263 579782 Upper Sheringham Beading Group - meets one Saturday a month, 1 to 4 pm. Beginners' and more advanced classes available or bring your own beading project, friendly group welcomes new ladies. Contact Olga for details, 01263 514173 or olgaingram@aol.com’ Rock (Buns) & Rolling (Pins) W.I. meet on the third Wednesday of each month (except December- second Wednesday) at The Kings Arms Hotel, North Walsham at 7pm. We are open to all ages but aim to appeal to younger women. Visitors always welcome. For more info email elsa-sequeira@hotmail.com St. Benet's Trefoil Guild (Guiding for Adults) meet at Guide H.Q. 4th Monday of the month 2pm Contact Ann Russell 01692 405295 for details NHS Cromer & District Retirement Fellowship meets every third Wednesday of every month between 2.30 pm and 4pm at Cromer Hospital. For more information telephone Caroline Jennings on 01263 510002 or just come along

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Keith Skipper’s Crackers at Probus Christmas lunch

The Cromer and Sheringham Probus Club chairman, Dave Vickery, welcomed fellow members and their guests at the Christmas Lunch held at the Links Hotel West Runton on 3 December. Everyone then tucked in to an excellent meal.

The loyal toast was proposed by Brian Bullock and then the chairman made a few remarks. Dave Vickery said that, at the half-way point in his year in office, he was thoroughly enjoying it, particularly as the standard of the speakers and the food had been high.

Dave thanked Barry Tomlinson and Gordon Hatchett for their work as treasurer and secretary respectively. He also thanked all the members for their efficiency in letting him know on the occasions when they are unable to attend the monthly lunch meetings.

usual witty and humorous manner with a mixture of truthful and fictional stories which included some real crackers. He concluded by thanking the members for their hospitality on behalf of himself, his wife Diane and all the other guests.

Our lunch coincided with the day of Keith’s monthly mardle with Matthew Gudgin on BBC Radio Norfolk, so just after 6 o’clock he was called upon to explain on air why he had turned up at the radio station in suit and tie. This gave him the opportunity to thank us again, rather more publicly, and he referred to the forthcoming visits by David

Clayton and Greg Powles to our lunches in the New Year.

Our next meeting will take place on Tuesday 4 February featuring a talk after lunch by Alistair Murphy, the curator of Cromer Museum, on the subject of the photographer Olive Edis.

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How Hill House, Ludham - Tuesday 21 January - Winter Wander 10.30 am £10 - Come and join the Trust’s Director, Simon Partridge for a guided walk around the How Hill estate followed by homemade soup and soda bread in the House. Wellies and waterproofs essential! Diabetes UK North Norfolk Voluntary Group Meeting - following our short AGM, to which everybody is welcome, our guest speaker on Thursday 23 January will be local Reflexologist Kaye MacKinnon.The meeting starts at 7.30pm at Cromer Methodist Church Hall. For more information please contact Jackie or David on 01692 405492 or visit

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Cromer Library - The folk music journey of Peter Bellamy (19441991) from Norfolk to Mandalay & Santa Fe - a talk with live music on Wednesday 22 January 2pm - 4pm. Interval refreshments available, free but donations welcome. Book at the Library on 01263510056

The next meeting of the Friends of Cromer Museum is on 21 February Chris Branford: ‘Joseph Paxton, The Crystal Palace and the bits we made’ at 7.30pm following the AGM at 7pm Everyone is encouraged to attend both. All meetings held at Community Centre, Garden Street, Cromer

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Wednesday 22 January 10.30am Extended Lecture Course "Beyond the Potting Shed"

A Social History of the English Kitchen Garden presented by Charlotte Philcox. The Cottage Louden Road, Cromer

Thursday 23 January 7pm Illustrated Talk: "It seemed like a good idea..............? Presented by Bill Day Suffield Park Bowls Club Station Road Cromer

Wednesday 29 January 10.30am Extended Lecture Course "Beyond the Potting Shed"

A Social History of the English Kitchen Garden presented by Charlotte Philcox. The Cottage Louden Road, Cromer

Wednesday 29 January 7pm Recorded Music Session: "Father Son and Alleged Saboteur"

Presented by John Rattle Suffield Park Bowls Club Station Road Cromer

Saturday 1 February - 1pm Cromer Bus Station

The Cromer Society Excursion to the Maddermarket Theatre, Norwich to see "Last of the Red Hot Lovers" by Neil Simon Book by 1 February for the 1 March Excursion "Hitchcock Blonde" by Terry Johnson

Classic film for February Northrepps Film Society was delighted to welcome 46 people to its January film, In Love with Alma Cogan, and looks forward to its next show on 6 February featuring a classic of French cinema, Jean de Florette. This tells the story of an idealist from the city who brings his young family to a rural village to live as a peasant farmer only to face the scheming hostility of his new neighbours. First-class performances, wonderful scenery and a plot worthy of Shakespeare: not to be missed! Doors at Northrepps Village Hall open at 7pm and tickets cost £4.50. www.northreppsfilmsociety.co.uk

Congratulations Are Due

New Year’s night in Cromer by the sea It was surely just the very top place to be And the incredible show above the pier Was the all time best, that is very clear.

This famous jewel of the north Norfolk coast 2014 New Year`s night they could really boast Fifteen minutes of a wondrous sheer delight An extravaganza of a Cromer New Year sight.

Congratulations to the organisers of this event For those displays despite the recent weather intent A show of sound and colour as we looked up high And thousands of eyes turned towards the night sky.

In Sydney and Dubai great fireworks you would expect But it is Cromer town we must now really respect Above our damaged and historic promenade and pier Our sadness and blues were made to disappear.

And then as the multitudes were homeward bound They were accompanied by a melodious sound The great parish church bells began to peel Making the evening`s entertainment almost unreal. Congratulations to all concerned

The Elephant Man....a heavy responsibility Having the responsibility for historically accurate costumes for a well known play is quite a responsibility, but Nona Gray, who lives in Cromer is taking the task in her stride. Nona has researched the Bernard Pomerance play The Elephant Man, which is set in the 1880’s, and provided the correct costumes for the period. The cast, all of whom are local, will enjoy wearing the clothes of the time, which, for the ladies, will mean bustles! The costumes will certainly enhance John Merrick’s amazing story. This well-known and deeply moving play tells the true story of John Merrick, whose severe deformity causes him to be abandoned in a workhouse at the age of three. As an adult he is paraded as a ‘freak’ 8

RNLI SOS Having fun, raising funds, saving lives at sea – Savour our Soup on Saturday 25 January 11am – 1pm at Cromer Community Hall Walkers are welcome event - Do you enjoy walking or work in a business that would benefit from more walkers? Would you like to help Cromer become a Walkers are Welcome town and by doing so help to boost the town's economy? Public meeting at Cliftonville Hotel, Cromer on Thursday 30 January 4pm - 6pm. Light refreshments will be available. Please confirm attendance to helen.timson@norfolk.gov.uk

in a carnival until a doctor rescues him and provides him with a home at his hospital. Underneath his deformity Merrick is intelligent and sensitive. Introduced to high Victorian society he finds himself confused by hypocritical Victorian values and attitudes. This play raises uncomfortable questions about society’s morality, the nature of charity and the relative importance of spirituality versus science. The audience are left to find their own answers.

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The production is being put on by the Cromer and Sheringham Operatic and Dramatic Society at Sheringham Little Theatre in February. The Society will be raising money for the charity Changing Faces, which helps those with facial disfigurements. The Society, who achieved charitable status themselves last year and who celebrate their centenary in 2014, hopes to raise £500 for Changing Faces.

The Elephant Man will be on from Wednesday 12 to Saturday 15 February at Sheringham Little Theatre. Box Office: 01263 822347. Cromer Times 437 January 18th 2014

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The Singing Beauty Treatment!

It’s a couple of weeks since those New Year resolutions …. Did more than the goose get a little bit fat? Did you, like me, make a New Year resolution to be healthier, be fitter? And are you still keeping it? Well, if going to the gym or striding round North Norfolk in the dark evenings for that after work, work out is not for you, how about singing?

Did you know that exercising those vocal chords is actually an aerobic exercise that benefits the heart and circulation, decreases muscle tension and, because it exercises our lungs, tones up the body? And… singing has been found to improve sleep, tone facial muscles and improve posture…. “What?” I hear you say, “Singing could make me more beautiful!”

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Cromer Library News

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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 Thursday 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.

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thinking about starting a business? Why not talk your ideas through with an experienced Business Adviser at Cromer Library. A Business Adviser will be at the library on Tuesday 4th February between 10am and 1pm for free pre-booked appointments. To arrange a meeting e-mail info@enterprisenn.co.uk or telephone (01263) 569360. For more information visit www.enterprisenn.co.uk

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 2 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.

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Charlie’s home cured Gravadlax.... with home-made Norfolk horseradish Since I’ve been in Cromer I’ve one of the many highlights has been becoming involved with the RNLI, training to be part of the crew. The do such a great job all year round and they are a great bunch of boys. It’s not until you get the RNLI bug completely under your skin that you realise the commitment, bravery and selflessness that they all have, and it’s been a privilege to spend time with them. The boss is, however, slightly concerned that the alarm will go at seven thirty on a Saturday night when my hands are full of steak, but I’ve assured him that Icarus’ steak always takes priority!

This recipe has been a firm favourite on our a la carte menu for a while now, and if you’ve ever wanted to know how to cure salmon – now’s your chance.

I look forward to seeing you all at the Grove this winter – we are open for dinner Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights, plus of course the best Sunday Lunch in Norfolk! Best wishes, Charlie

You will need to purchase half side of salmon, scaled and pin boned (any fishmonger will do this for you).

► Place the salmon on a piece of parchment big enough to be able to fold over the fish.

► In a food processor, blend 5-7 good size sprigs of dill

► Add crushed black peppercorns, a handful of pink peppercorns, half a squeezed lemon, a good squeeze of Norfolk honey (if possible from hives that have been located near rape seed, as the honey tastes scrummy, and just a bit more fragrant).

► Blend all the above ingredients until a fine paste, like a pesto-type consistency, and put aside.

► Sprinkle a good handful of Maldon Sea onto the fish with the dill paste and spoon spread across the top of the salmon until even, as you need to have a consistent flavour through the whole of the flesh.

► Fold over the parchment, and then wrap gently with cling film length and width-wise until fully sealed.

► Leave in fridge for 10 days… (no longer!)

► When cured take your salmon from the fridge, unwrap and slice very finely using a carving (or if you have a long fish) knife.

► For the simple Horseradish crème fraîche,

► Add to the horseradish one teaspoon of Dijon mustard, a pinch of salt and pepper and a touch of castor sugar.

► Mix all together with a good couple of large table spoons of crème fraîche and an equal amount of sour cream.

► Finally squeeze your other half of lemon (or probably a fresh lemon, given that the last half was used ten days before!) into the mix.

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THE NORTH NORFOLK GARDENER MAKE YOUR GARDEN GROW of their new introductions at this time of year and here are some of the suggestions I have seen:

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This seed company has introduced new flowers and vegetable seed including Tomato ‘Firecracker’, a compact, naturally trailing variety for pots, basket or patio which throughout the season promises 60-80 fruits, each weighing around 30-35 g. They are also promoting a new plant Didiscus ‘Madonna’ which has lace-like flowers. It is a border plant producing domed clusters of tiny flowers. It can also be grown in a cold greenhouse or conservatory.

UNWINS SEEDS

Over the Christmas holiday we were lucky enough to see a wonderful production of Leonard Bernstein’s musical version of Voltaire’s ‘Candide’ at the Menier Chocolate Factory, which is close to Southwark Cathedral in London.

The hero Candide is young and naive but maintains his belief that we live in ‘the best of all possible worlds’, even as he travels around the world being conned and abused by almost everyone he meets. The wonderful score ends with the song ‘Make our Garden Grow’ which is so stirring that it should inspire us all to get outside into our gardens as soon as the weather allows.

All the gardening organisations and seed companies are sending out advice and details

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Unwins are selling the Rose of the Year 2014 which is called Lady Marmalade. They are also publicising the BBC2 TV programme’ The Great British Garden Revival’ which provides a great winter tonic and reminder of warmer times to come. Gardening programmes are reportedly losing viewers with Gardener’s World particularly badly hit.

MARSHALLS SEEDS

With the dramatically increasing price of potatoes in the shops Marshalls are encouraging people to grow their own and reminding us all to get in our orders for seed potatoes while all the different varieties are available. To go with the new potatoes Marshalls are selling Brundell’s Mint, which comes from a specialist grower outside Norwich.

They also have an Extra Early Brassica Collection which promises early delivery of the plants which allows harvesting as early as May/June.

Pianists in all areas of Norfolk to play a new song for Road Safety Workshops in schools and community groups. Please telephone 01263 512076 or email pepperjane@btinternet.com

ROYAL HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY

The RHS suggests that in January we should do the following jobs

Help the Hungry - Putting out food over the winter is a great way to support the wildlife in your garden especially the birds.

Apple and Pear tree pruning – To ensure good crops of fruit it is best to carry out pruning of apples and pears in the winter. The overall aim is to remove dead, old and less productive wood and to reduce congestion.

Plants for winter cheer – Even in the depths of winter it is possible to have plants in bloom in the garden some of which are highly scented. A visit to the winter planting at the Cambridge Botanic Gardens is highly recommended.

HORTICULTURAL SOCIETIES

Why not start the New Year by joining your local Garden Club or Horticultural Society and taking part in all the activities they arrange? I must finally return to Voltaire, ‘that is very well said’, replied Candide, ’but we must cultivate our garden’. The photograph is of the famous Borough Market in Southwark at Christmas that shows what we can produce if we cultivate our gardens and allotments. Bob Wilkinson

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CROMER IN BLOOM REVIEW OF 2013

2013 was a year of very contrasting weather! Snow and ice for the first few weeks, then a lot of cold rain followed by hot sunshine with very dry conditions. Then, of course, a storm surge to finish.

in Bloom for many years and always supported our work. We are hoping to arrange a small garden containing ornamental trees in Suffield Park in memory of Vera who as a Councillor represented and lived in the area. The Annual Competition was not so well supported this year both in the amount of entries and the attendance at the Presentation Evening. This was again held in the walled garden at Felbrigg Hall, thanks to Ray Sandham, General Manager, National Trust. A raffle raised £75 for the East Anglian Air Ambulance. Perhaps it is time to re-think this Competition and give it a new look.

During the early bad weather we became involved with Cromer Railway Station. Jim Bond, Stan Foxall (who has been tending the platform planters for several years) and Monica Gepp, together with John Dennis and Carole Blake, who have been appointed Station Adopters, met with Alan Boagey from Greater Anglia Railways to discuss ways to improve the look of the Station. Painting and new signage has been carried out. Litter bins and large planters (although second hand from Norwich Station) were supplied, with large amounts of compost and plants donated by Homebase Cromer. At the recent Greater Anglia Awards Ceremony Cromer won the Most Improved Station Award thanks to John and Carole for keeping the Station clean and tidy and Stan for looking after all the planters. We are told more improvements are planned for 2014.

occasional help from Alan Gepp. Our Chairman, Jim Bond, is still improving and has been able to do some planting this year.

And so another 'Blooming ' year has come to a close. We all hope 2014 will be a good to us all. Our best wishes for a Happy and Peaceful New Year to everyone in Cromer.

Monica Gepp, Vice Chairman

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We have managed to do most of the Winter tidy up and planting. Mrs Liz Leeder bought us sixty double tulip bulbs which should brighten up the TIC planters this Spring.

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In December we again took part in the Christmas Tree Festival. Our tree was sponsored by Homebase Cromer and £180 was raised in our bucket collection for the East Anglian Air Ambulance - our thanks to everyone who contributed. Cromer in Bloom also decorated the entrance hallway and corridor at the Parish Hall for the Christmas Market.

As mentioned earlier the weather held up most of our planned planting, however we did manage to finish before the really dry weather as watering is very difficult. We are gradually changing to more sustainable schemes which we can establish in the Autumn and early Spring. Around the Tourist Information Centre, for example, we are changing to hardy shrubs. Also the island beds are due for a complete replant. There will, of course, still be seasonal bedding. As we are all volunteers we do what we can when we can.

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We were pleased to welcome two new ladies to our ranks this year. Debbie Simpson has been doing a great job with the concrete planters at the Bus Station all Summer and Alison Porter (very new) helped with the Christmas arrangements. Many thanks also to Sally Tipple, Secretary, Jackie Land, Treasurer, Committee Members John Pretty, Stan and Betty Foxall, Viv Bateman, Roger Tipple, with

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The Christmas Sleigh collection organised annually by Cromer and Sheringham Rotary club raised £1,173. This year’s collection was in aid of the Cromer and Sheringham Lifeboat Stations.

The sleigh spent a Friday and Saturday outside Morrisons in Cromer and the following Monday and Tuesday evenings toured the streets of Cromer. The Morrisons collection raised £371and £507 respectively, whilst the tours around Cromer realised £133 and £162.

Rotarian Donald Mayes, who organised the event, said ‘We would like to thank everyone who gave so generously. We are delighted with the outcome – particularly as the money will go to two very worth local causes’.

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Cromer Academy Shoebox Appeal Cromer Academy students once again provided some Christmas cheer for the homeless and poor children of Serbia in their annual Christmas Shoe Box appeal. For the last 8 years, students from the Academy have been filling shoe boxes full of gifts and toys for the children of Novi Sad, one of Norwich's twin Cities, for the Samaritan's Purse charity.

The Academy prides itself on its fundraising activities having already raised thousands of pounds for local charities such as the East Anglian Air Ambulance, ‘About with Friends’, Cromer RNLI, Rainbow Trust, Cromer Foodbank and MacMillan Cancer Trust. Each year the Shoe Box Appeal goes from strength to strength, allowing students to do something for children their own age, many hundreds of miles away. For the fifth year running, Cromer Academy students, supported by their friends and families, and members of the local community have produced by far the largest number of boxes of any school in the County. This years' total of 201 Shoe Boxes surpassed all expectations, and proved that whatever hardships the current economic climate brings to youngsters in the area, they are always willing to help those less fortunate.

Pens, notebooks, toothpaste, toothbrushes,

hats, scarves, gloves, and cuddly toys were among gifts included in the boxes, along with messages of goodwill which have this week left Norfolk on the long journey by lorry across Europe. Nearly 10,000 boxes were collected across the county from schools, church groups, and individuals this year, all put together,

checked, and organised by a willing band of volunteers, before they arrive in Novi Sad in time for Christmas.

Cromer Academy Assistant Headteacher Chris Carey, who organises the Shoe Box Appeal each year, was once again amazed at the efforts of the students.

"Each year we put out this appeal to our students, with information regarding the plight of other children in cities across Europe less fortunate than themselves. Every year they amaze us with their reaction. We are by no means the biggest of schools but the number of boxes our students manage to put together astounds us each year when we put them all together for collection. To once again produce such a huge number of boxes says an awful lot about the school and its students. They can be extremely proud of their efforts which go such a long way to providing something for children who otherwise would have nothing. I can only thank the students, their families, and everyone else in the local community who have contributed to this year's effort."

Collection at Morrisons Supermarket in aid of MacMillan

We would just like to say a huge thank you to Morrisons Supermarket in Cromer, the staff and Manager, our collectors and finally YOU the very generous people of North Norfolk!

The magnificent sum of £1622.90 was collected over the two days, 19 and 20 December, and has been given to the North Norfolk Branch of MacMillan. We really appreciate everyone’s generosity whether it be their time or money!

What a great place to live!

Thank you Diane Evans & Elaine Twinn Committee members of North Norfolk Committee for MacMillan

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North Walsham and District Branch of Cats Protection

Although the message on the answer phone says that we are closed over the Christmas period there are still some messages left, which Stephanie does listen to. A call from a gentleman regarding a “stray pregnant cat” on a car park obviously needed a return call to assess the situation. After speaking to the gentleman Stephanie contacted one of our volunteers who kindly agreed to go and pick up the cat so that she was safe should the birth of the kittens be imminent. This was not just a two minute visit down the road but involved a round trip of about 20 miles.

On reaching the car park our volunteer found the cat sitting next to a plate with a cat basket close by. She secured the cat and put her in her car. On going back to the place where she found the cat she was approached by someone who asked if she had just taken the cat. On confirming she had and the reasons why, the person, who lived near the car park, stated it was her cat (apparently the dish and basket are there for another cat). She became very aggressive to our volunteer, stating that the cat was not pregnant, we should have put up posters, checked

with the vets and knocked on all the doors nearby to find out whose cat it was. Can you imagine the response our volunteer would have received if she had done this, particularly as it happened to be Boxing Day? Bearing in mind we were under the Poppy - lovely young cat handed into care impression the cat was as a stray last year pregnant (she did have one of those low undercarriages neutered cats often have), our main aim was to ensure the cat was safe in case she needed veterinary care. Contacting vets to let them know the cat was in our care would have been a priority once they had opened after the holiday but not possible while cover was being offered by another practice, not in the immediate vicinity. Most people would be relieved to learn that their cat’s welfare had been considered to be important but, sadly, not in this instance. From our point of view it was a blessing not to start the New Year with a pregnant cat and to thank our volunteer to coming to the rescue and responding to a request for help.

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Last year the Government announced it will become law for all dogs to be permanently identified by a ‘micro-chip’ by 2016. These ‘chips’ are the size of a grain of rice and placed into the scruff of the animal’s neck between the shoulder blades. It is a simple, painless procedure which can be carried out without the need for anaesthetic or sedation. There is no age limit for microchipping and it can be carried out on dogs, cats, tortoises and rabbits. Miramar vets is supporting the Government’s decision to make microchipping compulsory by offering the microchips at the reduced price of £15.00 for the whole of February. (usual price is £25) If you would like your pet microchipped please ring us to book an appointmen and bring the coupon with you.

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).

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Members of Animal Magic Dog Club who attended the dogs’ Christmas party raised a festive £550 in aid of the Cinnamon Trust and Faith rescue centre. Santa, pictured here with Georgie, took time out from his busy day job at Sam’s Pets to deliver presents to all of the dogs attending.

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REVIEW - SOUTHREPPS CHORALE AND NORFOLK BRASS - CROMER PARISH CHURCH Stephen Richards, the musical director and conductor of the Southrepps Chorale, along with Geoff Barber, the director and conductor of Norfolk Brass, presented a programme so appropriate, especially as we move into Advent with Christmas fast approaching.

A rousing piece - Intrada for Antiphonal Brass by Melchior Franck - opened the concert where the players were divided - performing within the north and south aisles, which apart from some initial intonation problems, really captured the attention of everyone in the church, and probably outside! The Chorale performed a set of four pieces, Ava Maria with soloist Kathryn Tillyard, Music Alone Shall Live, All Ye Who Music Love and Panis Angellicus - Cesar Franck. Here the Brass accompaniment somewhat overpowered the voices, a lesson to be learned perhaps. Following this, Norfolk Brass played Frere Jacques and Beethoven Beano, the latter a fun piece involving snippets of well known Beethoven writings with pieces by other composers.

The programme continued in the same format throughout the evening with three more sets from Norfolk Brass and four sets from the choir - with outstanding performances by both choir and brass - these being Rhythm of Life from Sweet Charity, trombone solo in Jeannie with the Light Brown Hair by Stephan Foster, arr Roger Harvey, Wherever You Are by Paul Mealor, Bohemian Rhapsody – Queen and Coventry Carol and Maleguena by Ernesto Lecuona, arr Stuart Malcolm.

The choir brought this very entertaining concert to a close in performing the Hallelujah Chorus and Conquest of Paradise by Vangelis. A fitting end indeed, albeit the tempo of the Hallelujah Chorus was rather slow.

David Hillery, pianist accompanist, must be mentioned because of his obvious musicianship, especially in the Handel where one’s hands need to be warm!

How encouraging it is to know that the Southrepps Chorale has only been formed in the last two years, bringing together approximately 50 plus singers who so obviously enjoy what they do. Great credit must be conveyed to Stephan Richards and David Hillery for what must have been many hours of devoted tuition and practice sessions - Gareth Malone for Southrepps? Not required!

The concert was in aid of the Cromer Bells Restoration project which, according to Dr Maureen Gardiner - the driving force behind the fund raising - has almost reached the requirement to restore and add to the bells within Cromer Parish Church. A tremendous achievement. Terry Keeler

REVIEW - CYAN TRACES (JAZZ QUINTET) - THE ROCKET HOUSE CAFE, CROMER

The Christmas spirit was alive and well within the walls of this popular seaside venue. Every table was booked, accommodating the enthusiastic gathering of food, wine and jazz devotees.

Cyan Traces, led by Dave Amis (trombone), backed by Tom Harris (piano), Ivars Galenieks (bass) and percussionist Alex Best, played a programme of numbers all having a festive flavour.

Holly Graham (vocals) sang in almost every number in the two sets in her easy going style, although it was difficult to appreciate her performance because of so much chatter from the gathering of people, determined to enjoy the occasion. It is a shame that an ensemble of such talented musicians became providers of background music, but this seems to be the norm these days.

The band played music by Irving Goodman, Billy Hayes, Johnny Marks, Jack Fox, Leroy Anderson, Mel Torme and Joan Javitts, to name but a few. The highlights for me in the first set was Have a Holly Jolly Christmas in which Tom Harris, a truly gifted jazz pianist, produced superb improvisatory passages with Ivar Halenieks matching this with some wizardry on acoustic bass.

Mary’s Boy Child in calypso style, where all soloists excelled in this second set especially in Holy Night in 12/8 time and Away in a Manger, followed by We Wish you a Merry Christmas closed the sets.

Dave Amis who was responsible for arrangements, added codas and ideas and interpretations created an interesting impression on the two sets of basic Christmas music.

As the evening drew to a close, and conversations waned, it was really good to hear the music! Terry Keeler

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Peter Golden was recently presented with an inscribed carriage clock and a certificate in recognition of his long service with the Cromer & Sheringham Brass Band.

Peter took up the cornet at the age of 14 and has been an enthusiastic musician ever since. In recent years he has occupied the key position of soprano cornet.

The presentation was made by Mr Peter Sladden, right of photo, the Band’s President, at the Christmas Concert in St Peter’s Church, Sheringham. Due to unfortunate circumstances, Peter s having to retire his cornet to its case and his seat in the Band has become vacant. A respected and very skilled musician, Peter will be greatly missed.

If there are any musicians who feel they have the skill to occupy the vacated position, or any other position in the Band – beginners are also welcome – please contact Steve Askew, the Band’s Secretary on 01263 838411 or stephenaskew@hotmail.com. Alternatively visit the Band’s website at www.cromerandsheringhambrassband.com.

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Children Go Free at Bure Valley Railway! The Teddy Bear Express at the Bure Valley Railway returns for the children’s half term holiday from 15 to 23 February. The Railway’s resident bear will take charge again at Aylsham Station to ensure nine days of fun for all the family!

Trains will operate from both Aylsham and Wroxham stations three times per day. A children’s competition to see how many teddy bears can be spotted on the train journey, a colouring corner and a decorated Whilstlestop Café add to this teddy bear themed event. To make this truly a children’s event, the Railway is giving free travel to every child when accompanied by a fare-paying adult (maximum 2 children per adult). No prior booking required. PS. Don’t forget to bring your own teddy so that the Railway Bear is not lonely!

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Cromer Academy fundraises for local charities

Two local charities received cheques for £500 each after students from Cromer Academy completed a sponsored walk in their honour. Steve Smith, Work Skills Manager at ‘About with Friends’ and Clara Mears, Fundraising Co-ordinator for the East Anglian Air Ambulance visited the school on Monday 2 December to talk to the students during a special assembly about their respective charities and to receive their donations. Cheques were presented to both charities by the academies head boy, Jake Lomax and head girl, Beth Adams during the assembly. Cromer Academy students have also been working hard all year to raise funds for several local charities. In March this year, students handed over £550 to the Cromer Skate Park Fund & £600 to Cromer RNLI from monies raised from the academies RAG week. They have also supported The Rainbow Trust by holding a cake sale during the Sports Extravaganza, raising £196.45, Macmillan Cancer Support by holding a coffee morning for staff and students, raising £125.83 and Cromer Foodbank Trust where students donated an amazing ¼ tonne of food, again, as part of the academies RAG week.

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Should I have a Survey done? Written by Richard Hewitt – Partner at Hayes + Storr

You have found that perfect property to buy, and your offer has been accepted. You have been round the house a few times and everything looks lovely and the coffee smelt wonderful!

not go into a great amount of detail nor will it give you a valuation of the property. These are often used if you are purchasing a modern property in apparent good condition.

If it is only your money you are using to buy the property you do not have to have a survey done; it is your important decision. Some reasons to consider are set out later, but first, what are the different types of surveys?

and maintenance, a list of issues that require investigation so as to avoid future problems and defects and identification of any legal issues that require addressing and information on the location and local environment. These are often used if you are purchasing a standard older or modern property that appears in reasonable condition.

So, do you need to spend all that money on a survey? Well, it depends. If you are borrowing money from a bank or building society, a valuation survey will be required, and your mortgage offer letter should explain the cost.

There are four main types and they increase in cost from £150 or so, upto and beyond £1,000.

MORTGAGE VALUATION

This is just the lender checking that the value of the property is sufficient to cover its loan to you. It does not offer you, as a buyer, any protection.

A HOME CONDITION REPORT

The report will provide you with clear “traffic light” ratings indicating the condition of different parts of the building, services, garage and outbuildings drawing attention to obvious defects that require attention. This survey will

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A HOME BUYER REPORT

The report includes all of the features in the Home Condition Report as well as a more extensive inspection, a valuation of the property by the surveyor, an insurance reinstatement figure for the property, a list of defects or potential defects that could affect the value of the property, advice on repairs

A DETAILED BUILDING SURVEY

Also known as a ‘structural survey’. This report includes a thorough inspection and a detailed report, a description of visible defects and potential issues, the repair options available and the implications of taking no remedial action. These are often used if you are purchasing a larger, or older/run down, altered or unusual property or if you are intending to carry out major works to the property

Shall I have a survey?

• The purchase of a house is, for most of us, the single biggest financial commitment we will ever make.

• Failure to have a survey may leave you

with having to spend thousands that you had not budgeted for, and to problems selling on in due course .

• On the other hand, estimated costs of repairing identified problems, set out in a full survey, gives you important budgeting information, and if the problems have come as a surprise to you, may result in you not going ahead, saving you from an expensive mistake, or justify a renegotiation of the agreed price.

Our advice is simply to make sure you learn everything you can about the property you are buying, and that should include getting a survey.

Which Surveyor?

Look for a surveyor with Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) membership who is used to surveying properties in this area. Any surveyor should give his or her professional view up front as to the most appropriate survey for the property you are interested in.

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CROMER TOWN COUNCIL

course Clive Casburn and his team from Premiere Fireworks for another fabulous display. Cromer Town Council gives notice that the street collection which took place in Cromer for the New Year’s Day Fireworks raised the sum of £5320.61. The sum of £4936 was incurred in respect of expenses and payments in connection with the collection.

NORTH LODGE PARK, OVERSTRAND ROAD, CROMER, NR27 0AH Telephone 01263 512254 email clerk@cromertown.org www.cromertown.org Mayor Cllr. David Pritchard Deputy Mayor Cllr. Dorothy Airs

Contacts: Julie Chance, Town Clerk Janet Warner, Deputy Town Clerk (Office hours Mon, Weds, Thurs & Fri 10.00 – 13.00)

DATES OF MEETINGS: Mon 20 January 2014, 7pm, Cromer Town Council Tues 28 January 2014, 7pm, Works & General Purposes Committee Members of the public are welcome at all meetings which are held at North Lodge unless stated otherwise. Agendas and minutes of meetings are available from the Town Council website www.cromertown.org

NEW YEAR’S DAY FIREWORK DISPLAY A big thank you to everyone involved in the arrangements for the New Year’s Day Firework Event including the committee members and helpers, Cromer V.E.O., N.N.D.C., North Norfolk Beach Runners, Openwide, Cromer Church & Bell Ringers, Cromer Museum, Cromer Fire Brigade, Cromer Police, St. John Ambulance, Cromer Coastguards, the bucket collectors, Bennetts Electrical, North Norfolk News and of

FLYING OF CROMER TOWN FLAG FOR SPECIAL OCCASIONS From early in 2014, members of the public wishing to mark a special birthday or anniversary will be able to arrange for the Cromer Town Flag to be flown on the flagpole in Cromer Churchyard. A fee of £25 will be charged and all proceeds will go towards the repair/replacement of Cromer’s WWI War Memorial. Details will be tweeted on the Town Council twitter page @north_lodge on the day the flag is flown. Application forms are available from the Town Council Office, by email to admin@cromertown.org and will also be available on the Town Council Website.

CEREMONIES AT NORTH LODGE We are now offering Duo Ceremonies. This provides the opportunity (weather permitting) to hold part of the ceremony outside in the walled garden overlooking the sea. The legal part of the ceremony must still take place in the Chamber inside North Lodge which is licensed for marriage, civil partnership, renewal of vows and baby naming ceremonies. There is also now very limited availability for ceremonies to be held at 7pm. Further details are on the town council website or are available on request from the town council office.

Women’s Ashes Stars Inspire Pupils at Cromer Academy Lydia Greenway and Heather Knight both spent Tuesday 10 December at Cromer Academy, before finding out they were both in the squad for the next Women’s Ashes series yesterday.

Left-hand batter Greenway scored the winning runs in the fourth match of this summer’s successful Ashes series for England with a knock of 80 not out from 64 balls in the deciding one-day match.

England captain Charlotte Edwards described Greenway’s performance, which saw England bounce back from 9 for 3 when chasing down 128, as “probably the best one-day innings I’ve ever seen.”

Cromer Academy’s Assistant headteacher and PE teacher, Chris Carey, said “The girls were absolutely fantastic, the pair of them. They showed some video clips of them performing in the summer and then led a Q&A session, and it really was good. The girls of Cromer Academy really are inspired by them.”

Both players stayed for another event at Cromer Academy in the evening, hosted by Cromer Cricket Club, who invited other local clubs Bradfield, Sheringham and

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encourage the girls to get into the game and get them interested in joining a local club.”

The Cromer girls were themselves giving coaching on the day, with 90 pupils from Mundesley Junior, Northrepps Primary, Roughton Primary and Cromer Junior attending as part of the project.

Ashmanhaugh & Barton to come and meet the England stars as well.

They also led a three-hour coaching session with the Cromer Academy girls in the afternoon, with Mr Carey explaining “it was all part of an initiative we are part of through the Norfolk Cricket Board and Chance to Shine, which is to encourage more girls to get involved in cricket. So we’ve started a girls cricket club within the school, with all the different usual roles of a club, like secretary, treasurer, someone being responsible for the kit. So it’s not just about training, it’s about getting the girls involved in cricket, not just playing. We have some girls who don’t actually play but because their friends do, they get involved with the non-playing roles. It’s to

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