Cromer Times 438 by Eric Hayton

Issue 438 1st February 2014

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

The Cromer and Sheringham Operatic and Dramatic Society are celebrating their 100th year in 2014. They have many events planned, the first of which was this photo on Cromer beach with over 100 members of the society making the number 100 on Cromer beach.

The age range of CSODS members in the photo was from someone in their nineties to a seven year old junior member who is just about to start rehearsals for the musical Oliver!

Some of those present had been in the society over forty years while for others this is the first year of membership. This award winning society have raised thousands of pounds for various charities, both local and national over the years, and this year are raising money for ‘About with Friends’ a Cromer based charity that helps adults with learning difficulties live the lives they choose, the Sheringham Salvation Army’s Christmas care project, ‘Toy and Tins’ which is being run in conjunction with Norfolk Radio, and ‘Changing Faces’ a national charity that helps those with facial disfigurements.

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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...

Cromer Times 438 February 1st 2014

Society Celebrates Centenary!

Continued from front cover... Details of the society and the shows and celebrations they have planned in this very special year can be found on their new website. www.CSODS.com

Links Country Park Golf Club West Runton

The Cromer and Sheringham Operatic and Dramatic Society would like to thank everyone who has supported the society by coming to the shows, and also we would like to thank the local press for allowing us to share our productions and projects with the wonderful people of North Norfolk. We look forward to sharing more fantastic shows with you as we embark our second century!

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Young people who are in care, experience huge change in their lives, can be very isolated and emotionally vulnerable. Volunteers act as adult role models and enable children to have someone who is outside of ‘the system’ in their life. Someone who is there just for them.

Volunteers offer a listening ear, understanding, support and encouragement and have lots of fun in the process! Volunteers get to take their young person out on trips and visits to places such as the beach, cinema and zoo or they often simply have a kick around in the park or sit and chat together over a coffee.

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Dear Margaret,

It seems staggering that January's cabinet meeting at North Norfolk District Council has been cancelled due to a "lack of business". Individuals in the Tory administration have privately said much of the key decision making at the council goes on in these meetings, so I'm surprised they have found nothing to talk about at such an important time. What's worse is that the administration explained on Twitter the decision was made in the middle of December - seemingly days after the floods hit the coastal areas of our district. What sort of message does this send out to the communities wanting more action on flood defences from both council and the government? The council will also shortly decide where the axe will fall for the next round of budget savings - which includes negotiations over our towns CCTV systems - these meetings should be used to give the public an opportunity to have their say before the final decisions are taken. There is no word on whether allowances will be deducted for the reported shortage of business to deal with. Jono Read, Holt Cromer Times 438 February 1st 2014

Enjoy great golf and a warm welcome at the Links Membership includes: x Unlimited golf x Use of the hotel gym, swimming pool and tennis court x Loyalty card which is also valid at the Dales Hotel, Upper Sheringham and the Sea Marge Hotel, Overstrand

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Proud run in national competition finally comes to end for Cromer Academy U15 Boys’ Football Team

Cromer Academy U15 Boys’ Football Team finally bowed out of the English Schools FA Trophy for small schools at the semi-final stage losing 2-1 away to last year’s beaten finalists, Ibstock Place School in SW London.

It was a very competitive game in which Cromer took the lead through a twenty yard strike from Ieuan Lightfoot midway through the first half. Cromer started the second half well pressing the opposition high up the pitch and playing some good passing football culminating in several chances, but they were unable to find the back of the net. In the final twenty minutes the Cromer boys continued to give their all to defend their slender lead. Alas, it was not to be as Ibstock piled on the pressure to score twice in the last 10 minutes.

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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

Everyone at Cromer Academy is extremely proud of what the boys have achieved this season to reach the last four in a national competition in which 102 teams started. On route to the semi-final Cromer faced home ties against Ormiston Venture Academy (4-3 on penalties), Skegness Grammar School (5-0), Cherry Willingham Community School – Lincoln (3-1) and away to Alcester Grammar School in South Warwickshire in the quarter-final (2-1). The academy would also like to thank all those parents who a have attended the games, both home & away, for giving their tremendous support and encouragement.

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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News from the White Horse Overstrand with Head Chef Nathan Boon

We are already half way through the month of January and we have started planning our Mothers Day Luncheon, but first we have to complete our preparations for Valentine’s Day, which this year is on a Friday.

We will of course be offering our usual romantic Valentines Day Menu and this year extending the celebrations to the 15th with a special Sharers Menu served in the bar and again offering our Valentines Menu as well as our as usual Evening Restaurant Menu.

To add to the atmosphere we have live music in the bar on the Friday and Saturday night.

We have also arranged a special pre- and post-Pantomime Menu for the Overstrand Pantomime ‘Sleeping Bewty’ which is being staged at the Parish Hall on the 20th - 22nd February 7.30pm as part of our charity fund-raising events for Nelson’s Journey.

It should be a really fun evening and we thought it would be a good idea to offer a special meal deal by way of a thank you to both the audience and of course the ‘thespians’, many of whom are regulars at the White Horse.

Don’t forget we are still running our ‘2 fo1 Meal Deal’ Monday - Friday lunchtimes and our ‘Speciality Food Nights’ are also making a welcome return every Wednesday evening starting in February.

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How Hill House, Ludham - Saturday 15 February: How Hill Winter Pudding Club 7pm £15 - the first of four seasonal pudding nights, designed for those with a sweet tooth. You will be served a soup course followed by four delicious homemade puddings and coffee 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

Eating Disorders Awareness Week 24 February – 2 March

Beat – the Norwich-based national eating disorders charity celebrates its 25th anniversary during 2014

2014 is extra special as awareness week marks the start of Beat’s 25th anniversary. Since 1989 we have been supporting those with an eating disorder as well as their family and friends, providing information through our Helplines, UK wide network of self help and support groups and online support; providing expert training and resources to professionals and schools; supporting and encouraging research and campaigning for better services and access to treatment.

To mark our special year on Wednesday 22 October we shall be holding a Memorial Service in Norwich Cathedral remembering those who’ve lost their lives to eating disorders. Attending will be family and friends from across the UK who’ve lost a loved one or experienced the distress these devastating illnesses can cause.

Raising awareness is a serious matter, but it can be fun too. During the week we run our Sock it to Eating Disorders fundraising campaign and encourage people to get silly with their socks and raise funds for Beat. Supporters can hold silly sock days at school or work, organise a sock themed bake sale or take part in a sponsored event in bright and funny socks. This year the campaign is being supported by Britain’s Got Talent winners dance group Diversity.

For further information email: edaw@b-eat.co.uk or visit www.b-eat.co.uk

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shows, sports venues, etc, etc. We will also happily transport you to destinations in Europe, including Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, Strasbourg, Berlin, et al. Our vehicle owner/driver, Bill Bond MBE, a Member of the Institute of Advanced Motorists, speaks French and German, and has driven extensively abroad. Our car is fitted with a DVD player to reduce the children's 'Are we there yet?' moments. There are films to choose from or you may bring your own. Complimentary soft drinks are provided for all journeys over fifty miles. Reduced fares apply for any long distance return journey, providing we transport you on the outward trip! Ditto for journeys abroad. You may pay by card and there is no surcharge for UK trips. Cash not accepted. (Just kidding). 8

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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. For more details see www.northreppsfilmsociety.co.uk

Diabetes UK North Norfolk

Voluntary Group - our guest speaker on Thursday 27 February will be Dave Wade, author of "Think Yourself Slim". The meeting starts at 7.30pm at Cromer Methodist Church Hall. For more information please contact Jackie or David on 01692 405492 or visit www.north-norfolk.diabetesukgroup.org

Cromer Society

Wednesday 5 February 10.30am, The Cottage Louden Road Cromer The Cromer Society Extended Lecture Course "Beyond The Potting Shed A Social History of the English Kitchen Garden" Presented by Charlotte Philcox

Wednesday 12 February 10.30am, The Cottage Louden Road Cromer

The Cromer Society Extended Lecture Course "Beyond The Potting Shed : A Social History of the English Kitchen Garden" Presented by Charlotte Philcox Wednesday 12 February 7pm

The Cromer Society Recorded Music Section "As You Like It" presented by Bill Bristow at The Suffield Park Bowls Club, Station Road, Cromer

Charity Sale

The annual charity sale for the Canaan Christian Centre in Sheringham (which continues to help local families and those further afield) will be held in the Parish Hall, Cromer on Saturday 15 February from 9am – 2pm. Furniture, bric-a-brac, clothes, books, toys, etc will be available and refreshments will be served.

The money raised from the sale will go towards bringing the young Hungarian orchestra that visited north Norfolk last year, to Cromer. They in turn will raise funds at their events for the children’s homes in Hungary. The youngest member is 9 and the eldest 17 and we are looking forward to their arrival in June. Please help us to make this a reality by coming to the sale.

For information tel 01263 478372 Evelyn Smith (Director of the Canaan Centre).

APPRENTICESHIP VACANCY A new opportunity has arisen for an apprentice to join our friendly team at Mundesley Medical Centre. The role will involve assisting all areas including reception, administration and our busy dispensary.

Training is supported by Norfolk Training Services.

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The Sheringham & Cromer Lions Club

The Sheringham & Cromer Lions Club were formed in April 2011 and as we were only few in number we had to be a Branch Club of Taverham & District Lions Club. But I am pleased to announce that on 24 October 2013 we were granted our Charter which means that we are a fully functioning Club in our own right.

The aim of Lions Clubs is to provide financial and physical support in the community in which it is based. This may come in many forms and is usually requested to provide funds for some need where somebody or organisation cannot provide the funds themselves. An example of this is where a disabled person, by needing a different wheelchair because of a change in their circumstances, will need a different or modified shed to store the chair. The Lions have not only provided funds for the modification but undertook to see the work done. The pool of funds to support the help we offer is raised by holding street collections, attending fetes etc. with our Lion Tombola

Stall, Bric-a-Brac Stall etc. Also by holding Quiz & Chips evenings etc. Being a lion is not all work we also have a very active social side where we arrange Theatre trips, Brewery visits, Darts or Carpet Bowls evenings etc.

The idea of this is that we can supply you, completely free, with a small container which you can put in the fridge. The container will have inside it a form which you complete with your details of any health problems you may have and also details of medications you are taking. We also supply two small green stickers - you put one of these on your fridge door and the other on or near your front door. Should anything happen to you and the paramedics or other emergency services have to call they will look for these stickers and go to the fridge so that they are made aware of your health problems. If you would like a MIB please feel free to call Lion Brian on the number below.

Throughout the year Lion Clubs collect used spectacles through a network of spectacle boxes in local chemists and hospital. Most of the recycled glasses are distributed to people in need in developing countries where they will have the greatest impact. The Sheringham & Cromer Lions like other Lions Clubs support the Lions Recycle for Sight program and we have collecting boxes in Lloyd's Chemist, Sheringham and Cromer Hospital. So please if you have some old pairs of glasses in your dresser drawers or in an old desk that you no longer need please pop them into one of our collecting boxes or you can call Lion Brian on the number below and we can arrange collection. We also collect hearing aids.

If you would like us to collect some spectacles or would like a MIB or just like to see what we do or are interested in becoming a Lion please contact Lion Brian on 01263 821276 or email brihaz@btinternet.com.

Another ongoing scheme that many Lions Clubs operate is Message in a Bottle (MIB).

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It's All in the Family at Upstairs Downstairs One of the newest shops in Cromer has a very interesting and long history, despite opening just last November. Formerly located at Alby, two different shops have merged and relocated to Church Street, providing an eclectic mix of cards and gifts for every occasion.

Kate Turnbull, partner Ben Murphy (not the actor from alias Smith & Jones), Ben's brother Max and his partner Emma Dent, plus the brothers' mum Jane (and dad James) all have different areas of expertise and speciality knowledge of the products they sell.

Kate commented, "We always try to stock locally and where not then British, but what we do have are items not generally available elsewhere in North Norfolk. Our customers have been very impressed with what we have and this has been proved in the two months we have been here, it's been very busy in the Christmas period, but also now in January, when business usually slows down."

Jane's expertise in the area of glass and bronzes, with some very interesting vases, Emma concentrates on jewellery, with items ranging from about £2 upwards. Ben has over 1000 different card designs to choose from and Max organises the prints, with some wonderful stock of animal designs.

Despite the name Upstairs, Downstairs, it should really be Upstairs, Upstairs, Downstairs as the shop is located on three floors and Kate's expertise in toys (for up to primary school age), especially traditional wooden,

are located on the top floor along with a mix of other stock - not to be missed.

Kate continued, "in the future we will continue to rotate our stock regularly so that there is always something different and new, unique to our shop...." "Where else will you find a shop like this?"

The Cromer Safer Neighbourhood Action Panel (SNAP) meeting was held on Tuesday 13 January at the Cromer Town Council Offices.

The below priorities were agreed to take forward: • Tackle speeding in identified areas

• Promotion of cycle safety - targeting bike users without lights. Also promote cycle security at bike marking days and bikeregister.com

• Undertake high visibility patrols in Cromer, concentrating on Promenade and areas in the town with the highest number of pedestrians. Officers also to patrol beauty spots and car parks in surrounding parishes.

These will be reported on at the next meeting which is due to be held on Monday 24 March at 6.30pm at Cromer Town Council Offices, North Lodge Park, Cromer.

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RNLI to launch national WW1 touring exhibition featuring inspirational lifeboat rescues The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is to feature six inspirational lifeboat rescues within its national touring exhibition entitled Hope in the Great War, commemorating the centenary of World War One (WW1). The free-to-attend charity exhibition, funded by Arts Council England, will honour the bravery of RNLI volunteers who risked their lives to save others during WW1 by raising awareness of six relatively unknown heroic lifeboat rescues.

Open to the public from 4 February to 28 February at the RNLI’s Henry Blogg Museum in Cromer, Hope in the Great War will start a 4-year tour of RNLI and other museums and of RNLI lifeboat stations. Hope in the Great War will highlight the extraordinary achievements of ordinary people who volunteered for the RNLI throughout the war years, conveying a sense of hope as many lives were saved at sea by the charity. The exhibition offers an ideal way for families and young children to learn about the work of RNLI volunteers during WW1 and will feature a play area for younger children.

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• The 1914 Whitby RNLI lifeboat rescue of the wrecked hospital ship HMHS Rohilla which saw 144 people saved from the sea.

• Fraserburgh RNLI lifeboat’s rescue of the steamer SS Glenravel which saw 14 people saved from the sea on 8 August 1915.

• RNLI Port Eynon lifeboat’s service to the Dunvegan that took place 1 January 1916.

The exhibition was made possible by an Arts Council England grant of £78,200 awarded to the RNLI in order to share more widely the role of the charity’s coastal community volunteers during WW1 to help mark the centenary.

• The saving of 20 lives from the tanker Ponus on 3 November 1916 by Falmouth RNLI lifeboat crew and service men.

• The rescue of 23 survivors from the SS Alondra which was wrecked on the Kedge Rock off Baltimore on 29 December 1916 by Baltimore volunteers together with two Royal Naval trawlers.

The RNLI has been working with local community groups to create inspirational artworks that interpret their own local lifesaving story. These items, including a giant jigsaw, a podcast and an animation, will be included in the exhibition and allow the fullest story of the rescues to be told nationally, in an interactive and engaging manner.

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With Spring now fast approaching, it is time to make that important decision to get your cat neutered to avoid unwanted pregnancies and having to find homes for the resulting kittens or place them into our care because homes cannot be found (we had 153 kittens in care last year). Obviously it is important that the female cats are neutered but equally so to neuter the males who will travel miles to find an unneutered female and consequently take the risk of being hit by a car on busy roads or contacting FIV or FELV from other unneutered toms. This is born out from our recent experiences as at present we have three cats in care, all male, all with FIV, and all have come into care as strays, although it is obvious they have had homes in the past as they were all very friendly and affectionate. As they have very likely strayed from their original homes in search of females and got into fights with infected cats, they will now all need new indoor homes either as the only cat or with other cats infected with FIV. Bombadier, Jude and Granville are all such lovely cats and if only their owners had got them neutered, perhaps this would not have happened.

Last year, as is usual, we received a grant from our Head Office to pay/help pay for neutering cats where the owner could not afford to, but

this had all been spent by April. All help with neutering from May to December came from branch funds. Although we are happy to help with the cost of neutering (both females £26, and males - £20) we hope that people who can afford to pay for this will do so. It takes a lot of time and effort to raise money for the branch and we need to ensure the money is spent in an appropriate manner.

Percy - this little black cat with the white medallion is the only one of his litter still in care. He is lovely friendly lad so hopefully will get a home soon.

As I prepared this article I heard from Stephanie that she had just taken in seven cats (a mum and six 9 month old kittens) plus five 4 week old kittens and the next day a further five kittens would be coming into care from another household. If only their owners had got the cats neutered! There is now “no more room at the inn”.

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).

Walking in a Winter Wonderland

Caring for your dog is a year round job, but in the cold weather we need to pay extra attention to the health and wellbeing of our four legged friends. Here are our top tips on keeping your dog in tip top condition during the winter months: • Grab your coat and walk off the winter blues. Although you may not feel like going for a walk on dark wintry mornings and evenings, try to maintain a regular routine as the exercise will keep you both, happy, healthy and fit.

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• Prevent sore paws. Rock salt is used to melt ice on footpaths and may irritate the paw pads, always rinse and dry your dog's feet when you get home to avoid cracked, sore pads.

• Stop snow balls. The fur between the toes should be kept short to avoid uncomfortable snow balls forming when out on a wintery walk.

• Wrap up warm. Older dogs or those with short, fine coats will especially feel the cold; consider keeping them warm in a cosy dog coat.

• Feeling thirsty? Don’t let your dog drink from puddles; they could contain traces of Antifreeze which is poisonous. It smells and tastes good to your dog, but it can be lethal.

• It’s cold outside. Don’t leave your dog out in the garden for long periods of time in cold weather, if it’s too cold for you to sit outside then it’s too cold for them.

• Be safe not sorry. Always consult your Vet if you are concerned about your dog’s health.

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At the January meeting of Overstrand Evening W.I., members sat back and listened to Lorna Fish’s talk about Local History. Lorna centred her presentation on working families in Northrepps, as well as touching on areas of Overstrand and Southrepps. Photographs of her family and groups of villagers along with memorabilia and booklets provided added interest to Lorna’s talk; giving us an insight into rural village life during the 1800 and 1900’s.

Our first walk of the year will be to Cromer, starting from Pauls Lane Car Park at 10.30 a.m. on Friday 24th January. On Wednesday 19th February Monica Gepp will talk on the subject of Cromer in Bloom’. We welcome visitors and prospective new members to both our walks and monthly meetings. Meetings are on the third Wednesday of the month at 7.30 p.m. in the Parish Hall, Overstrand.

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District Council offices to accommodate County Council Northern Area Children’s Services team

Agreement has been reached for members of Norfolk County Council’s Northern Area Children’s Services team to be accommodated in North Norfolk District Council’s (NNDC) offices in Cromer.

In April, staff from the County Council’s Northern Area Children’s Services team will move from their current office, primarily in North Walsham, to their new base in Cromer.

NNDC Leader Tom FitzPatrick said “This is excellent news for everyone involved. Basing the Northern Area Children’s Services team in Cromer will make it much easier for District and County Council staff to work together for the benefit of vulnerable families living in this part of Norfolk.

“It also makes sound economic sense. The District Council has streamlined its operation to become more efficient at what it does and now employs fewer staff, while continuing to maintain our front-line services, so we have space available in our Cromer offices. We have agreed a 10 year lease with the County Council, at a commercial rent. As well as being good for our residents, his agreement will also be a more efficient use of public assets. We look forward to working more closely with our County Council colleagues at all levels in the future.”

James Joyce, Cabinet Member for Safeguarding Children at Norfolk County Council, said “This is good move which will benefit families in North Norfolk, as it means both councils will be able to work more closely together to support those in need.

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On 7 December a group of young people from Cromer’s Youth Hub visited elderly residents at Halsey House. The British Legion funded care home for ex-forces personnel were delighted to have the group visit on the Saturday morning in their games room. The group of six young people spent time playing board games and swapping winning tips with residents, and getting to know each other. The North Norfolk Youth Hubs project, funded by the county’s Youth Advisory Board, assists young people in having more involvement within their communities. Young people take the lead role in coming up with ideas for projects, and organising themselves so that the activities run smoothly. Youth Worker, Will Mills, said “This project was a fantastic example of how much young people can contribute to their communities. Their energy, ideas and enthusiasm is really inspiring. I’m excited to see what they come up with next.”

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( or 01263 861587)

Why not take a look at our website

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Need a Reliable Electrician? - Call

John Dawson Domes c Electric

01263 825196 - 07919 557151

jadawson.co.uk Fully Qualified & Insured

Domestic, Commercial & Industrial New installations & repairs Sockets to rewires Maintenance work Inspection & testing Prompt & reliable service All work guaranteed

Lee Chambers 01692 666288 / 07788 788669

GRIFFIN AUTOMOTIVE

All North Norfolk area lcdelectrical@yahoo.co.uk

TEL:

01692 406272

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

0800 6190540 / 07706617461 A North Walsham Company

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Natural Gas & LPG Boilers / Fires / Cookers Installations / Servicing / Repairs System Power Flushing A North Walsham Company

Billy Kelly

For all your electrical needs with a down to earth service FREE ESTIMATES

Rewires - Testing Fault Finding - Extra Sockets

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Complete Design & Installation Service

Call Alan or Simon For a free quote

Tel: Tony - 01263 731104 or Simon - 01692 536460 mobile - 07710 680547

‘First and Last’

AUTOMOTIV

Martin Rodwell

Bathroom & Kitchen Specialist

Friendly & Reliable Service

David Wright

CHAPS DECORATORS GRIFFIN Complete Decorating Service

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

CALL-PAUL

For all your computer problems, in the comfort of your own home. No call out charges, no cure, no pay. IT Engineer

PAUL JUDD

paul@call-paul.net 6 Crow Road, North Walsham

All building work, property maintenance, & Landscape gardening

077 197 44 214

• Maintenance • Patios • Landscaping • Bathrooms • Wetrooms

Also General Plumbing Work Undertaken

• Kitchens • Conservatories • Loft Conversions • Extensions • Garage Conversions

01263 768413 or 07855 840 930 www.dolphinpropertyservices.co.uk

Senior Citizen Services

Trevor Lofts

Proprietor

For All the Odd Jobs You Hate Painting & Decorating Grass Cutting & Gardening Fencing & Shed Repairs All Odd Jobs Large & Small Fast & Friendly Service

01263 515250 07836 227490

Services Guide T.Mason Electrical Services Friendly & professional Electrician. Fully Qualified and Insured.

Ian Ash Joiner & Installer Telephone : (01263) 768056

From Cabinets to Conservatories

Kitchens & Bathrooms Bespoke Furniture Made To Your Requirements Internal & External Improvements Velux Roof Lights Installed PVC & Wood Window Replacement

Tel. 01263 833798 Mob. 07771610349

3D 4 Wheel Alignment Specialists All Tyres ~ Car, Lorry, Agricultural, Lawnmower Free Nitrogen ~ Suspension ~ Brakes ~ Parts Exhausts ~ MOT ~ Wheel Balancing ~ Servicing We fit bulbs, wiper blades, lights and more

01692 409952

email: tc.tyres@aol.com Unit 10 Laundry Loke Ind Est, North Walsham NR28 0BD

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

Tel: 07748 655855

SHERINGHAM ROOFING All aspects of Pitched Roofing

Slating, Tiling, Re-Tiling & New Roofs Leadwork, Guttering + UPVc Fascia Works PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Inside & Out

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

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THE CROMER TIMES

WHEN RESPONDING TO SERVICE GUIDE ADVERTS!

CROMER AND DISTRICT GARDEN SOCIETY The society’s programme for 2014 contains enough variety to satisfy all tastes as we look forward to talks by a number of local gardening experts.

Topics to be covered include British wild flowers, fuchsias, the story of the walled kitchen garden and methods of propagating plants and shrubs. In addition we will be holding an open Spring show in April, members shows in July and September and a plant sale in May. A number of visits are being planned for the summer. Members pay £10 a year and new members are always welcome. We meet on the second Wednesday of each month at 7.30 pm in the Community Hall in Cromer. Our next meeting is on Wednesday 12 February when Richard Hobbs will be speaking about trees and shrubs. Phone 01263 514399 for details.

Thirty two members were at our January meeting when Chris Wright from Holt Hall talked about the opportunities that exist for using containers in the garden. These can be of wood, terracotta, plastic, polystyrene or metal, anything in fact as long as they fulfil their main function of allowing gardeners to grow plants, shrubs, vegetables or fruit in places to suit their individual needs. Proper drainage is important and some containers can pose specific problems. Terracotta pots can dry out quickly but if lined with cardboard or newspaper will not be a problem. Metal pots can heat up very rapidly so location is important. We were shown photos of guttering being used to grow salad crops which need only a few inches of compost. Empty polythene bags if turned inside out can be used to grow early potatoes and are as efficient as the hessian sacks that many people buy. Compost should be added as the shoots

WINDOW & DOOR REPAIRS UPVC, Aluminium & Timber

Glazing, Replacement of Locks, Hinges, Handles, Letterboxes, Patio Wheels, Double Glazed Units Cat Flaps & Door Adjustments We also supply & fit UPVC Windows & Doors 10 year Insurance Based Guarantee on Every Installation

Call Chris: 01263 550013 01692 620014 or 07900 265995

C & M Glass Services

Covering all NR Postcodes c.highe@btinternet.com

grow and if started in January/early February will produce a crop by early May.

The advantages of using containers are fairly obvious. You can choose the most suitable location for the plants you are growing and containers can be moved fairly easily. They can be grouped together to make watering and feeding easier. Watering should be done in the late afternoon to give plants time to absorb the water. Anglian Water’s website has a section giving tips on how to water the garden effectively. Containers can make successional sowing easier as well. Fruit trees grafted onto the right root stock are ideal for containers where space is an issue.

Members were all agreed that the new gardening year had got off to a flying start. All we need now is for the weather to return to what we regard as “normal” and we will be well set for the year.

POPS FRUIT & VEG for all your fresh fruit & veg is situated at

The Old Post Office, Chapel Road, Roughton telephone 01263 768688

Just ring the bell and we will be pleased to help you

Available 9 am to 7 pm Daily Delivery available on request

SWIMMERS - It’s your choice ! POOL 1 Water too cold Too crowded Lack of privacy

POOL 2 Water just right Your own hourly slot Complete privacy

If you prefer Pool 2 then ring

01692 403384

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Cromer Library News SPECIAL EVENTS

- Big Book, DVD, Music and Games Sale Saturday 15 February 10am -1pm Loads of items at great prices, don’t forget to bring your own bags! - The Way of the Warrior Wednesday 19 February 2pm-3.30pm A martial arts session in the library with John Mezzetti from Fighting Fit – for potential young warriors aged 7+ (children under 8years old must be accompanied by a parent/carer). A free event but booking essential as places are limited – call 512850. - TALKING ABOUT ART: HOW TO READ WHAT IT HAS TO SAY An art appreciation and discussion group, for Adults, led by Phil Barrett If you would be interested in taking part in a regular group the first taster session will be on Monday 3 February 10.30 am -12.30 pm. We will be using reproductions in the Phaidon 'Art Book' as a focus, looking at the ways in which works of art tell a story, or can be read, if we know how to do so. The emphasis will be on developing confidence, imagination and observation in exploring, interpreting and analysing different types of work, and generally learning to enjoy ourselves when looking at works of art. Free, but donations welcome. (contact Phil ppk@otterstone.freeserve.co.uk for more details),

A Seaside Café offering a warm welcome throughout the year.

Whatever you do, don’t miss the Jetty Café’s generously filled crab sandwiches. ‘Country Life’ magazine, July 2013. ‘Relax in a fresh, modern environment and enjoy the award-winning crab salad. Julia Bradbury, ‘CountryFile’ magazine, May 2013. ‘Cromer carbs are a speciality, and the Jetty Café in Cromer does an award-winning crab salad. Kenwood Food Lovers Bucket List, 2013.

11 High Street, Cromer NR27 9HG

01263 513 814

www.thejettycafe.co.uk

contact@thejettycafe.co.uk

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 Carers Cafe - 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. - 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. 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 call (01263) 569360. For more information visit www.eneterprisenn.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 1 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. - 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 Email : cromer.lib@norfolk.gov.uk

Opening Hours: Mon 9.30am – 7pm Tues 9.30am – 5pm Weds 9.30am – 1pm Thurs 9.30am – 5pm Fri 9.30am – 7pm Sat 10am – 1pm

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PERSONAL & FRIENDLY SERVICE

UPVC Specialists - Windows - Doors Conservatories - Fascias Soffits - Guttering Kitchens - Flooring - Bedrooms

01692 404856 07810 470134 10 Year Insurance Backed Guarantee FENSA 25 Far m Vie w, North Walsham N R28 9UY

Cromer Giftware Est:1992 You can find us on the corner of Garden Street and Church Street. We sell all kinds of gift ware, cards and a good range of Norfolk Lavender. And of course me, I’m one of the ’Leonardo Collection’. 01263 515532 21

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