Cromer Times 439 by Eric Hayton

Issue 439 15th February 2014

Crab & Lobster Festival hands out grants totaling £5,000 to community groups across Cromer and Sheringham

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

Last month the Cromer and Sheringham Crab & Lobster Festival proudly announced the 19 local organisations who will receive grants totalling £5,000 from monies raised at this year’s Charity Lifebuoy Auction.

The Festival ran its Community Grant Scheme for the second year

running to support charities and organisations local to Cromer and Sheringham who work tirelessly for the benefit of the local community.

The organisations who will receive grants from the scheme are: Sheringham Woodfields School, Cromer Cricket Club, Sheringham Community Smallholding, Cromer RNLI, North Norfolk Riding for the Disabled Association, Cromer Youth Football Club, Sheringham 18s Football Team, The Belfry School, Ladybird Pre-School Nursery, Cromer Parish Church, Henry Blogg Museum & Cromer Museum, Crazee Kidz Club, COAST Festival, Roughton Under 5s Playgroup, Cromer Skate Park, Cromer Girl Guiding HQ, Sheringham Youth Zone, About with Friends and Sidestrand Hall School. Continued on page 5...

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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

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Cromer Times 439 February 15th 2014

Crab & Lobster Festival hands out grants totaling £5,000 to community groups across Cromer and Sheringham Continued from front cover...

Many of the projects which were successful will be working will local school children including Sidestrand Hall School (funding for the Life Skills Flat), Henry Blogg Museum & Cromer Museum (funding a new Nippers Club for Under 5s) and the Crazee Kidz Club (funding their Young Meets Old programme).

Festival Chairman Tony Shipp said “this year’s grants help to continue the Festival’s tradition of raising money for local charities through the Annual Charity Auction and we are delighted that so many local community groups will benefit from them”.

Over the past three years the Crab & Lobster Festival has donated over £29,000 to local charities. At a time when fundraising is an uphill challenge, voluntary and community groups are more important than ever before and these grants will really help at a grassroots level.

The Festival, which recently announced details of their annual art trail for 2014, will run 16-18 May. Sponsorship opportunities are now available. Please contact the Festival via enquiries@crabandlobsterfestival.co.uk

Events at Cromer Museum FREE IN FEBRUARY is back!

Every admission to Cromer Museum throughout February 2014 is FREE!

CHILDREN’S ART WORKSHOP Weds 19 February 10.30am – 12.30pm & 1pm - 3pm Poppyland Pictures

Be inspired by a visit to Cromer Museum this half-term, to create your own Edwardian style souvenir image to take home with you. These are drop in sessions and ADMISSION is FREE in February! Under 8s must be accompanied by an adult.

MARDLE AT THE MUSEUM Drop-in and ADMISSION FREE! Weds 19 February 10.30-12noon

Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and mardle about Cromer’s past. Bring your photos, memorabilia or simply your memories to share. With a talk and pictures this month about: ‘Fishermen’s Ganseys’.

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Report estimates December storm surge will cost council around £3m Repairing the damage caused by the Tidal Surge of 5/6 December will cost North Norfolk District Council (NNDC) around £3m says a report published last month.

The report has been written to inform MPs, Central Government and other interested stakeholders of the devastating impact of the storm and point out the vulnerability of coastal communities. It also stresses the importance of sound emergency planning and emphasises the resilience of the communities affected.

Initial estimates listed in the report put the total cost to the council at around £3m with, potentially, £1.6m of this being recoverable from insurers. Where possible the council will apply to the central government ‘Bellwin

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4... 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 Slimming Club at Trimingham on Tuesdays at 1.45pm at Pilgrim Shelter. Tel 01263 579797 or 07799 060407

Scheme’ for reimbursement , however it is understood that repairing essential infrastructure such as sea defences, promenades and associated structures such as railings, lighting, paths, steps and ramps is not covered. We are therefore seeking central government support through whatever mechanism to help cover our costs and provide future security.

In his introductory letter, NNDC Leader, Tom FitzPatrick says, “We estimate that the total cost of the storm surge to NNDC will be around £3m and we have already committed over £0.5m for which we had not planned for. This will have to be financed in the short term out of our reserves, but this will be insufficient to meet all of the uninsured costs and without extra funding this will leave the Council in a

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

very difficult financial position.

“However, I am very pleased with the willingness of both the Department of Communities and Local Government (DCLG) and Minister Brandon Lewis to engage in dialogue on this important issue.”

Amongst much else the report states that during the course of the surge 665 metres of council-managed sea defence was damaged, along with 3,000 metres of promenade and other seafront infrastructure and 100 Cromer sea-front chalets, and that during the recovery 40 tonnes of waste and damaged property was removed from Walcott and Bacton. Most of the damage to council-owned property took place in Sheringham, East and West Runton, Cromer, Overstrand, Mundesley, Bacton and Walcott.

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 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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With spring poised to fully launch herself upon us, it's a great time of year for the beautiful fresh fish that this coastline is rightly famous for. My pan-fried seabass is always amazingly popular but of course pan-frying is perfect for many different types of fish, including these incredibly tasty mackerel fillets.

We're doing a lot of work in the garden at the moment as we gear up for our debut season of glamping – glamorous camping – which we are hosting at the Grove for 2014 and is extremely exciting. We are working alongside Magical Camping who will be providing vintage Victorian bell tents – a throwback to the past when John and Ann Graveling used to hold many a summer camp on the field. Please get in touch with us if you fancy a glamp this summer!

And don't forget Mother's Day is coming up at the end of March!

I look forward to seeing you then, if not before. Best wishes, Charlie

Pan-fried Mackerel, Chorizo-braised Leeks and Shallot Crisps oil until crisp- remove from oil and drain on kitchen towel.

InGREDIEnTS 2 mackerel fillets (scored) 25g unsalted butter 1 large leek cut into 1cm slices 150g of chorizo sausage with skin removed and sliced 3 ½ tsp of warm chicken stock ½ tsp of smoked paprika 2 banana shallots peeled and sliced into rings 1 tsp of plain flour 250ml of rape seed oil in (crushed foods). Cold pressed 1 tsp of Maldon sea salt METHOD 1) Heat butter in a pan, when butter is foaming, add leeks and season with half the salt. Fry for 3-4 mins, until softened and golden brown.

2) Add chorizo and smoked paprika and continue to fry for 4-5 mins stirring occasionally until chorizo has browned. 3) Add stock, and bring to simmer. Continue to simmer for 3-4 mins, until majority of liquid has evaporated. 4) With shallots heat 250ml oil in a deep sided pan, dredge the shallots in flour, fry shallots in

5) Pan fry the mackerel fillet for 3-4 mins skin side down, and allow to cook through, remove pan from heat and turn fillets to continue to cook on residual heat of 2-3 mins. To serve - Spoon leek and chorizo mixture into centre of two large plates with two mackerel fillets on each plate.

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2014 Snowdrop Openings Chestnut Farm West Beckham NR25 6NX on Sunday 23 February (The Beckhams Church) Fabric Fund, Thursday 27 February (National Garden Scheme) and Sunday 2 March (National Garden Scheme). Opening from 11am until 4pm. Light refreshments, visiting nurseries, plants for sale. An opportunity to see dozens of distinct varieties of snowdrops grown in a garden setting, together with early flowering shrubs and bulbs. Further information from Judy Wilson 01263 822241 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 info please contact Jackie or David on 01692 405492 or visit www.north-norfolk.diabetesukgroup.org

Friends of Mundesley Volunteer Inshore Lifeboat`s Annual Pantomime Cinderella at The Coronation Hall, Mundesley on 18 to 22 February at 7.30 pm. Adults £6.50 Children £3.50. Tickets now on sale at The Charity Shop, Station Road, Mundesley 10am to 4pm.

Cromer Museum

All admissions to Cromer Museum are FREE IN FEBRUARY!

MARDLE at the MUSEUM Wednesday 19 February (10.30am-12noon) Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and mardle about Cromer past and present. Drop-in, admission free! This month: a talk and pictures about 'Fishermen's Ganseys'.

Cromer Museum, East Cottages, Tucker Street, Cromer , NR27 9HB (Tel: 01263 513543)

Cromer Society

Wednesday 19 February Half term for The Cromer Society Extended Lecture Course "Beyond The Potting Shed: A Social History of the English Kitchen Garden"

Wednesday 26 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 26 February 7pm The Cromer Society Recorded Music Section "The Year 1900" presented by Michael Green at The Suffield Park Bowls Club, Station Road, Cromer Thursday 27 February 7pm The Cromer Society Illustrated Talk "Wartime Sweethearts & GI Brides" presented by Libby Morgan at The Suffield Park Bowls Club, Station Road, Cromer

Mondays-Fridays 10am - 1pm Saturdays. Tel 01263 722899

Meet the Producers Market on Sunday 16 February in the Village Square, Kelling Heath Holiday Park NR25 7HW, 10am-2pm. Browse Norfolk clothing, crafts, fine foods & ales. Free entry/parking, restaurants, bar, adventure playground, nice walks, NN Railway Station on site, dogs welcome. Enquiries: 0773 3991211 www.weybourne.net

Snowdrop Sundays to be held at Thorpe Market Church on 16 and 23 February 1pm – 4pm. Please join us

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Table Top Sale on Saturday 1 March 9.30am – 12 noon at St Andrews Methodist Church, Sheringham

Women's World Day of Prayer (interdenominational) on Friday 7 March at 2.30pm at St Martin's Church, Mill Road, Cromer - join us for a Service written by the women of Egypt. This Service is being held all over the world on this day

CHARITY BALL

Cromer Skate Park committee is very proud to announce the first in a series of fundraising initiatives planned for 2014. The Cromer Skate Park Charity Ball will take place at Northrepps Cottage Country Hotel on the evening of Saturday 22 March.

The ticket price of £35 per person includes a three-course meal plus coffee. The mouth-watering menu features a number of dishes that take advantage of local produce, and vegetarian options are available.

Entertainment for the evening is to be provided by Steve Jolly of Sound Stage Systems, who will be playing music ranging from the 1950s and 1960s up to the present day.

CHARITY BALL

Raising funds for Cromer Skate Park Registered Charity No. 1153627

Saturday 22nd March 7.00pm for 7.45pm (Carriages at midnight)

£35.00 per person

(includes 3 course meal/disco)

Dress Code: Black Tie

Saturday 1 March at 1pm - Cromer Bus Station -The Cromer Society Excursion to the Maddermarket Theatre, Norwich to see "Hitchcock Blonde" by Terry Johnson

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for an afternoon of snowdrops, music, coffee/tea and homemade cakes, bric-a-brac and books for sale. Free entry

Full details available: • On our website • From ‘Wet Dog’

Tickets for a raffle associated with the event will be available during the evening.

Larger groups are most welcome to attend, as tables at the event will be able to accommodate up to twelve people.

The ball is a black tie affair. Guests are invited to arrive at 7pm for 7:45pm.

(7 Tucker Street, Cromer)

• Tel 01263 511724 www.cromerskatepark.co.uk info@cromerskatepark.co.uk

To all Cromer Poppy Appeal Collectors

You are invited to a thank you get-together at The Cottage, Louden Road, Cromer on Thursday 13 March at 2.30pm.

We are also looking for a new collectors and organisers to continue the appeal into the future.

It is not necessary to have any military or Royal British Legion connections and anyone wishing to find out more is welcome to join us on 13 March.

To help us with catering arrangements please ring Pam Angus on 01263 510195 if you wish to come.

Briant Angus Poppy Appeal Organiser

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More North Norfolk communities to benefit from District Council’s Big Society Fund

North Norfolk District Council’s (NNDC) Big Society Fund Panel met recently to consider the latest grant applications.

The Panel awarded conditional grant funding totalling £44,186.10 to seven community projects across North Norfolk.

Successful applications include North Walsham Rugby Football Club, which was awarded £12,500 to improve club facilities for the benefit of players and spectators, as well as for the wider community to use the club for social and community events.

Antingham Village Hall Committee was awarded funding of £2,000 to install double glazed windows at the hall. This will both reduce running costs and help ensure the sustainability of this valued community facility.

A grant of £3,287.90 was awarded to Fakenham and District Light Operatic Society, which is run by volunteers and offers community theatre and entertainment in Fakenham, Wells and surrounding villages, towards the purchase of portable theatrical lighting. No longer having to hire theatrical lighting will reduce production costs and enable the Society, which particularly welcomes and supports the involvement of people with additional needs, to increase the number, type and location of its productions.

West Runton Scout Group was awarded £10,000 towards a project to extend and improve the facilities at the scout hall. This will benefit local and visiting scout groups and enable greater use of the hall by the wider community.

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The latest awards mean that since being established in 2012 NNDC’s Big Society Fund has made 67 awards totalling £542,730.18 from the Grant Fund, along with two awards totalling £165,000 from the Enabling Fund for community projects across North Norfolk.

Wells Maltings Trust will receive £2,648.28 for an on line booking system for the Granary Theatre.

There is still funding available for the current financial year, which ends in March. Further information about the Fund, including application submission dates, is available at www.northnorfolk.org

A grant of £1,750 for fencing will enable Ashmanhaugh and Beeston Preston Room Committee to enclose the area to the front of the Preston Room, which will improve safety and enable greater use of the outside space.

Smallburgh and Dilham Bowls Club who have recently moved to a new location were awarded conditional funding of £12,000 towards the provision of a club house.

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Community and Cromer Academy Art Exhibition

We are pleased to have recently celebrated our most recent exhibition held at the Garden House Gallery in Cromer. Having experienced our first major exhibition held at the Academy this time last January, we decided to join in partnership with a local gallery to give the world a little taste of the talent we have in our school.

A selection of work from all years including Green man/woman inspired portrait work and year 9 graphite observational work as well as lino prints, textile work, canvases and sculpture from year 10 and 11 were on display.

We also had the pleasure of welcoming a local artist to work with our students in the traditional skill of water colour but in a modern and expressionistic style. Keith Nash worked alongside our young artists to develop new skills and form new partnerships as students learnt a little more of how art is produced in a professional context. We would like to thank the Garden House Gallery and Keith Nash for the work they have done in supporting our young artists and look forward to preparing new artwork for next year!

Sheringham & Cromer Lions Club

The members of The Sheringham & Cromer Lions Club together with guests and friends celebrated receiving their Charter on Saturday 1 February at Northrepps Cottage Country Hotel. The night started with the usual formalities of dinner, speeches etc. and ended with a most enjoyable disco.

The photo shows the members of the Sheringham & Cromer Lions following the presentation of their Charter by District Governor Lion Paul Martin.

The Sheringham & Cromer Lions are holding a Quiz & Chips Night on Saturday 22 March at The Morley Club, Sheringham in aid of "Nelson's Journey" and "The East Anglian Air Ambulance". Tickets for the evening are £8 per person. If anyone is interested in attending this fun evening please contact Lion Brian on 01263 821276 or email brihaz@ btinternet.com.

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National recognition for Norfolk choristers Three talented choristers from Norfolk have just gained places in the National Youth Choir (NYC) of Great Britain.

Emma Wright, an Upper Sixth student from Field Dalling who attends Gresham’s Senior School, has been offered a highly-coveted place in the National Youth Choir. Before gaining a place, Emma was a member of the Training Choir during which time she performed the Monteverdi Vespers at the Royal Albert Hall as well as singing on the NYC’s Britten Centenary CD recording. As Head Chorister and a music scholar Emma frequently takes part in school concerts and performances; and this term plays a lead role in the school's musical, Carousel. She will also play the role of Eponine in Sheringham Little Theatre's production of Les Miserables.

Mark Jones, Director of Music at Gresham’s Senior School said, “Emma has worked extremely hard on her singing over many years and this is a fantastic opportunity for her to develop further. She has been a member of the NYC Training Choir for the past year and she

fully deserves her place as a full member of the NYC. It is a tremendous achievement to have secured this place and she will gain enormously from the experience. I am sure that we will hear a lot more from Emma over the next few years.”

Charlotte Pollard, from Cromer, a Year 6 pupil at Gresham’s Prep School, has been offered a place in the NYC Junior Girls’ Choir. Charlotte is no stranger to performing, having been selected for the role of Brigitta in last year’s performance of The Sound of Music produced by Cromer and Sheringham Operatic and Dramatic Society. She is also a member of Gresham’s Prep School Chapel Choir and has appeared and sung in a number of school performances.

Nathan Waring, Director of Music at the Prep School said, “This is a great achievement for Charlotte where she continues to demonstrate her talents as a singer in performing arts both inside and outside of school. The school is very proud of her achievements.”

Congratulations must also go to former pupil, Charlie Jefford from Oulton who has also earned a place in the NYC. He was not “SPEECH! SPEECH!” How often have you been in a situation where previously a member you have been called upon to speak in front of people – to deliver a of the Training Choir wedding speech, to give an opinion, or make a report – and quaked with nerves and fear? Whether you love public speaking or loathe it, North Norfolk Speakers Club is the place for you.

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and his selection for the main choir is, therefore, quite an achievement.

The National Youth Choirs of Great Britain meet twice a year, in the school holidays, for residential courses providing its pupils with opportunities to develop their vocal techniques across a wide range of challenging music, as well as gaining performance experiences.

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Crab & Lobster Festival 2014 is launched Nip along to North Norfolk this May

This May Cromer and Sheringham will unite for the fifth year running to host the ever popular Crab & Lobster Festival.

Last month the organising group proudly announced their new Festival sponsor as well as launching their plans for 2014 - and there are more opportunities than ever to get involved with the festivities.

A full and varied programme will take place across the Festival weekend 16-18 May and headlining the sponsorship of this year’s Festival is The East of England Co-operative Society.

Festival Chairman Tony Shipp said “We are hoping to make this year's Crab & Lobster Festival the most successful yet. My committee and I are delighted that the East of England Co-operative Society are joining us as our main sponsor. With their policy of providing locally produced foods, this is a fantastic partnership.”

Nick Champion, Head of PR & Public Affairs at The East of England Co-operative Society said "The East of England Co-operative Society has been at the heart of local communities in one way or another for nearly 150 years. We believe in offering producers a fair price and consumers great tasting value so being able to support the Festival is great for us.”

"We celebrate local food in our stores every day with over 200 producers and suppliers so we know the immediate and wider economic

benefits to communities from a vibrant rural economy. Jobs, a sense of pride in our region and wonderful food on our plates all come to mind so this Festival is a fun way of celebrating something very important to how we live." The Crab & Lobster Festival will kick off the coming holiday season with a feast of fun, food, art, music, heritage and entertainment. An Opening Concert on at Cromer Pier’s Pavilion Theatre will start the Festival on Friday 16 May. Hosted by the ever-popular Olly Day the concert will feature music by the renowned Sheringham Shantymen and French Shanty group La Grosse Erreur who the Festival welcome to England especially for the Festival. This will be a show for everyone who enjoys the seaside tradition of Sea Shanties, folk and irresistible humour.

The Festival weekend continues in Cromer on Saturday 17 May and in Sheringham on Sunday 18 May. The programme of events promises a feast of superb seafood, music, comedy, film, heritage events, a scrumptious seafood trail and the return of the Festival’s art trail. The Festival weekend will also host a seafood evening, children’s entertainers, buskers, bands, surprises, sea, sand, sun (with luck)...and very much more!

In 2014 the Festival will concentrate on highlighting the local seafaring heritage of Cromer and Sheringham through live demonstrations of fishing crafts where audiences can also ‘have a go’ and crab dressing competitions as well as cookery demonstrations from local and national chefs and fish specialists.

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This week the Festival launched a range of ways in which local businesses, schools, community groups and individuals can get involved with this year’s celebrations.

Central to this is the ‘Bootiful Boat Art Trail’ which will run in the same spirit as the decorated lifebuoys in 2013. For the sum of £60 sponsors will be supplied with a fibreglass boat planter to decorate and display as part of the Festival’s Art Trail which will run from Easter until August 2014. At the end of the trail all the boats will go into the Festival’s Grand Charity Auction on Sunday 24 August. The first 50 boats are now available to sponsor.

Alongside the Bootiful Boat Art Trail the Festival is encouraging local eateries to join their Scrumptious Seafood Trail. The trail, which will run from Easter to August will list local eateries which offer a Festival special seafood dish on their menus.

The Festival would like to see as many people as possible getting involved. Festival Chairman Tony Shipp said “We are delighted to start the year on such a positive note. The Bootiful Boat Art Trail is a great way for visitors to explore the area and see what North Norfolk has to offer and it’s a great way for businesses to get creative.”

He added “In addition to all the other attractions, this year Festival will place a greater emphasis on getting more food outlets involved through our Scrumptious Seafood Trail.”

“The Scumptious Seafood Trail will mean visitors and residents can sample some of the wonderful seafood the area has to offer throughout cafes, pubs, restaurants and bistros in the local area.”

With over 40 events planned across the Festival weekend this year’s Festival will offer an abundance of fun for all the family.

Festival secretary Kate Royall said “In 2013 the Festival achieved enormous successes. Over 20,000 people enjoyed the Festival weekend and thousands more followed the art trail and we hope this year’s Festival, with an expanded programme of free events, will achieve the same success and bring more people to this fabulous area”.

For more information on the Boats, Seafood Trail, volunteering with the Festival and many other opportunities please see the website www.crabandlobsterfestival.co.uk or call 07775 337201.

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BEGINNERS PLEASE!

The Sheringham Players present an Evening of Short Plays Showcasing New Talent ‘Beginners Please!’ is the traditional call heard backstage at theatres all over the world from the National in London to the tiniest of amateur dramatic companies held in the humble church hall.

The Sheringham Players, who are privileged to perform at Sheringham Little Theatre have heard the same call to arms for almost 50 years. However on 21 and 22 March at Sheringham Little Theatre, this call will have another meaning.

The Sheringham Players have been recruiting new members in order to keep It signals the imminent start of the play/opera/ going strong for another 50 years. To showcase pantomime and quickens the pulse of those the new ‘beginners’ (both onstage and back) who need to be on stage as the curtains open. they are presenting something a little different. - a mix of short plays from 5 minutes to a full one act, ranging from sad through The glamorous event was held in the Academy’s assembly hall which to downright silly was transformed into a glitzy catwalk for the occasion. and from the pens of authors such as Harold Pinter and local favourite, David Tristram.

Teenagers from Cromer Academy put on a fashion show to help raise funds for their end of school prom

The whole evening will be compéred with short introductions to each play to set the scene.

The evening kicked off with the boys modelling a range of tuxedos supplied by North Norfolk Formal Wear in Sheringham. The boys then escorted the girls down the catwalk who were all modelling a range of short and long prom dresses provided by the Maisie May wedding and prom dress boutique in North Walsham. Just Beauty and Genesis Hair Salon, both based in Cromer, worked tirelessly once again backstage with makeup and hair to ensure the girls were set for their moment in the spotlight.

Guests sipped cocktails after the show and were able to view the range of additional dresses and tuxedos on offer from Maisie May and North Norfolk Formal Wear.

The Prom Committee have met every week and have been working tirelessly since September fundraising for their Prom which is being held this year at Northrepps Cottage on Friday 4 July.

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The plays will include Score by Lyndon Brook, Night by Harold Pinter, Doggies by Jean McConnell and What’s for Pudding by David Tristram

THE SHERINGHAM PLAYERS will present ten plays each evening and of course members of the audience can take full advantage of the beautifully refurbished Hub Bar and Café. Please go along on 21 or 22 March and be in at the ‘beginning’ of the next 50 years of The Sheringham Players.

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Early Bird Discount on Tickets for CHORAL WORKSHOP with COMPOSER PATRICK HAWES

To commemorate the centenary of the First World War in 2014 Sheringham and Cromer Choral Society has commissioned the internationally acclaimed composer, Patrick Hawes, to write a major new choral and o rchestral work for adult and children’s choirs and soprano soloist. This work, entitled Eventide (In Memoriam Edith Cavell), will premiere in Norwich Cathedral on Saturday 12 July 2014 with the English Chamber Orchestra and Elin Manahan Thomas.

Prior to the premiere Patrick Hawes will present a workshop at the Auden Theatre Holt on Saturday 17 May 2014 entitled “A composer’s insight into setting words to music”. He will be sharing the creative processes involved in writing this exciting new composition and talking generally about the relationship between words and music. Patrick, who is a former Classic FM Composer-inResidence, is best known for composing the Highgrove Suite for HRH The Prince of Wales and is also an Ambassador for the Prince's

Foundation for Children and the Arts.

Central to the day’s activity will be his latest work which is based on the life of Norfolk’s First World War heroine, nurse Edith Cavell , who is buried in Norwich Cathedral, and was executed in Belgium for her part in helping hundreds of allied troops to escape occupied Europe.

A unique opportunity not to be missed, the workshop runs from 11am to 4pm and is open to all ages (under 18s go FREE) and to singers and non-singers alike.

For those who wish there will be the opportunity to work with the composer as he rehearses sections of this exciting new work with the assembled singers (no auditions necessary).

Early Bird Tickets are priced at just £15 until Friday 28 March (£20 thereafter) from Auden Theatre Box Office 01263 713444 or email boxoffice@greshams.com

Thanks to grant funding from The Ernest Cook Trust and North Norfolk District Council Big Society Fund up to 160 FREE places are available for students from local schools.

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North Walsham and District Branch of Cats Protection

Cats come into our care for very many reasons but for every one of them it is a stressful situation (even for the most laid back cats). They come into care and are confined in our cat pens to be cared for by complete strangers. Most take a few days to settle but some can take longer - it depends on the cat. At this stage it is important that we do not put extra pressure on them by trying to force contact. Talking quietly to them while we clean their pens without making any effort to touch them will help them to gain confidence and learn to trust people. The more timid cats may need a place to hide should they feel threatened and this can be provided by a cardboard box. For some cats, visits from people coming to offer them a new home can also be challenging and they may not react positively and let people see what delightful companions they will make. Very often a cat with a lovely temperament will be overlooked for this reason although, obviously, they eventually find a new home with someone who can sense their potential as a loving pet.

The same applies when a cat goes to its new home. Again, there is a potentially stressful situation with new surroundings and, now, a much larger area to explore. Although some cats do settle in straight away it is best to assume this will not always be the case and to give the cat several weeks to adjust. We advise new owners to provide a quiet area where the cat can hide as this will help it to feel safe and secure in its new surroundings. Confining it to one room to begin with and gradually introducing other areas it will have access to, will also help it to settle. It is important not to force contact on the cat and expect it to settle and accept fuss straight away as this can make the cat feel threatened. Some cats will not eat or use their litter tray when they first arrive and this is not unusual but you do sometimes wonder how long they can “keep their legs crossed”. The cat needs time to adapt to its new surrounding (sometimes this also includes adapting to new companion animals) in a similar way as people when they start a new job, go to a new school or

join a new club. If people do have any concerns Stephanie will be only to happy to discuss how to successfully work through this period of adjustment for both owner and cat.

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 Liquorice, lovely little mum description and photographs of the cats who loves to play now that her before giving us a call on the above kittens no longer need her number to find out where any particular cat is being fostered.

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Not many bands feature seven musicians all playing the same instrument. But D’Ukes manage to play music ranging from Amy Whitehouse to the Zutons via Deep Purple and Beethoven all on different types of Ukulele with a hint of percussion! As D’Ukes say “If it’s a good song we will take it apart, rebuild it and uke it up” And the good news is that they are coming to Norwich! The Maddermarket Theatre to be precise on Thursday 6 March. “This will be the band’s first trip to Norwich” said John Mattock, the band’s bass ukulele player “and the show will kick off our March theatre tour” he added. The band first saw the light of day in 2009 emerging from a regular ukulele pub jam session. They have since become one of the country's top ukulele bands specialising in loud, electric, danceable music and have taken the ukulele to new levels of performance. D’Ukes perform at venues around London and the south of England at theatres, festivals, pubs, special events and private functions. They have appeared on TV and radio and in 2013 were invited to Prague to headline the first ever Czech Republic ukulele festival. Tickets for the 7.30pm show are priced at £10 and are now on sale from the Maddermarket Theatre Box Office on 01603 620917 or on-line at www.maddermarket.co.uk For more information about D’Ukes visit their website www.d-ukes.co.uk

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DISTRIBUTORS WANTED FOR THE CROMER TIMES NORTHREPPS ROUND AVAILABLE SHORTLY

Call Margaret on 01263 833060

Written by Stephanie Connor – Solicitor with Hayes + Storr It has become popular to purchase houses as ‘buy-to-let’ properties. However, before renting out property a Landlord has a number of legal obligations to satisfy, some of which are detailed below.

Landlords are required to pay tenants’ deposits into one of two available schemes: a custodial scheme where the deposit is paid into a designated account held by the scheme administrator, or an insurance backed scheme, where the landlord retains the deposit but takes out an insurance policy to protect the tenant's deposit. This is intended to safeguard deposits for the tenant and to help with the resolution of disputes arising in connection with deposits. If a Landlord does not comply with these requirements he then will lose the ability to obtain possession of the property on two months notice under Section 21 of the Housing Act 1988, and can be ordered by the Court

to pay back an amount equivalent to three times the deposit.

Landlords are also required to ensure that the tenants of their property are living in a safe environment and there are specific obligations relating to gas and electrical equipment, and furnishings. All furniture supplied by the Landlord must be fire resistant. Failure to comply can result in fines of up to £5000 and/or a prison sentence where death or injury to a tenant occurs. Landlords are required to have safety checks carried out on all gas equipment every twelve months. A copy of the up to date safety certificate must then be supplied to the tenant.

It is also necessary for Landlords to supply all prospective tenants with an Energy Performance Certificate, although there is no obligation on the Landlord to carry out any of the energy saving measures recommended in the certificate. The certificates are valid for 10 years. Failure to comply can result in a £200

fine through the Trading Standards Authority. There are other additional requirements for Landlords and it would be advisable to seek expert advice before letting your property.

“This article aims to supply general information, but it is not intended to constitute advice. Every effort is made to ensure that the law referred to is correct at the date of publication and to avoid any statement which may mislead. However no duty of care is assumed to any person and no liability is accepted for any omission or inaccuracy. Always seek our specific advice.”

If you require advice on this or any other legal matter please contact our Sheringham office on 01263 825959 or email law@hayes-storr.com.

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Police warning after two arrested in card scam

Senior officers are re-issuing their warning to residents to be vigilant around a credit card scam where offenders attempt to get victims to hand over their money after two men were arrested in Norfolk.

In a recent incident in Terrington, a victim had been persuaded to give their PIN number over the phone and then told that their credit cards would later be collected by a taxi.

Two men, aged 18 and 19 and from the London area, were arrested on suspicion of committing fraud by false representation and have since been released on police bail.

T/Chief Superintendent Nick Davison, Head of Norfolk's County Policing Command, gave the following warning: "We are advising residents to remain vigilant and to spread the word and raise awareness of these types of crimes, particularly amongst vulnerable and elderly people.

Residents should remember the following:

• Your bank, credit card company or the police will never ask for your PIN, bank card or bank account details over the phone – never give these details out.

• The police will never call you and ask you to withdraw money from your account to give to a courier or taxi driver, regardless of how convincing they may seem.

• If you receive such a call leave the landline for at least five minutes to make an outside call. Fraudsters will keep the line open and have been known to play ring tones, hold music and a recorded message down the phone so the victim believes they are making a call to a legitigate number.

• Use a friend’s or neighbour’s telephone instead.

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• Friends, family, carers and neighbours are asked to spread the word to ensure everyone is aware of this scam and what they should do.”

Anyone who believes they have been a victim of fraud should contact police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Cromer chippy sets standards for local industry

Park Chippy of Cromer has joined the fish frying elite from across the UK, by scooping the prestigious Fish and Chip Quality Award.

The National Federation of Fish Friers (NFFF), the trade body that represents the nation’s fish and chip shops, runs the scheme as a way of raising standards within the fish and chip trade and enhancing the profile of the industry.

The scheme is a way of rewarding and promoting shops that provide good quality products and high standards of hygiene, as well as friers who show a high level of competence.

To qualify, each shop has to go through an inspection by an NFFF Approved Assessor who assesses the shop’s presentation, hygiene and cleanliness, staff training, equipment, frying and sales skills and most importantly the quality of the cooked product.

This award sets the new benchmark for quality within the industry. It will signal to the consumer that they can buy with confidence where the award is displayed, and it will encourage more outlets to raise their standards.

Each Fish and Chip Quality Award is valid for two years and retention is dependent on standards being maintained as validated by NFFF officials and appointed assessors.

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Prolific Norfolk burglars jailed for 10 years

Two burglars who travelled across Norfolk and Suffolk raiding dozens of homes stealing high quality jewellery have been sentenced to more than 10 years’ imprisonment.

Paulius Mizincevas, 24, and Romas Sereika, also 24, were sentenced at Norwich Crown Court on Thursday on 30 January for their involvement in more than 30 burglaries where property, worth in excess of £66,000, was stolen. Mizincevas’ wife and another woman charged with handling stolen property were also sentenced.

The court heard Mizincevas and Sereika, both of Prince of Wales Road, Norwich, would travel across the county targeting large detached homes during the day and night,

often forcing their way in through doors and windows before carrying out untidy searches.

The defendants would target high-value jewellery items and on many occasions would tip jewellery boxes out onto beds and steal selected pieces leaving behind low-value items.

After committing the burglaries the majority of the property was sent back to Lithuania by courier where payments were then sent back to the offenders via MoneyGram transfers.

Both pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit burglary in connection with 31 break-ins and Sereika was sentenced to six years imprisonment while Mizincevas was jailed for four-and-a-half years.

Ernesta Judickaite, 27 and of Prince of Wales Road, was charged with handling stolen goods from six burglaries worth £6,500 and was sentenced to 100 Sheringham, NR26 8TU hours of unpaid work.

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Tatjana Sokolova, 21, also of Prince of Wales Road, was also given an unpaid work order for 100 hours for handling stolen property worth £300 stolen from four burglaries.

Homes were targeted

in and around Norwich including Spixworth, Thorpe St Andrew, Horsford and Costessey as well as Hethersett, Cromer, Alpington, Roydon, Reedham , Aylmerton, Blofield, Hainford, Bergh Apton, Swardeston, Swanton Morley, Frettenham, Upton, Aylsham, Downham Market, Guist, Witton, Old Buckenham and Great Barton and Eye in Suffolk.

Detective Sergeant Martin Clabon, from Norwich CID, welcomed the sentences and said they should serve as a warning to others.

"The burglaries committed by Mizincevas and Sereika were organised and executed in a well-planned manner. This is demonstrated by the fact the men used cars registered in false names to travel to them, would clearly target detached homes and used walkie talkies to communicate once inside homes.”

Detectives investigating the burglary series made a breakthrough when enquiries led officers to search a flat on Prince of Wales Road, shared by the defendants in May last year. Property was recovered from the address and later established to have been stolen from 13 burglaries.

"The group caused great inconvenience and distress to their victims, stealing valuable jewellery which often held great sentimental value to victims.

"This outcome proves that we are determined to target organised criminals and I hope this will act as a deterrent to others.” Cromer Times 439 February 15th 2014

Cromer Library News SPECIAL EVEnTS

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.

new - Talking about Art: How to Read What it Has to Say Monday 31 March 10.30am – 12.30pm

An art appreciation and discussion group, for Adults, led by Phil Barrett 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)

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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 March 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.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.

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CROMER TOWn COUnCIL 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 03 March, 7pm, Cromer Town Council Thurs 06 March, 7pm, Planning Transportation & Environment Committee Tues 18 March, 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

CROMER CEMETERY (nO 2 SITE) Cromer Town Council is responsible for the maintenance of the two cemeteries on the Holt Road including the upkeep of all grassed areas, walls, paths & buildings. It is the responsibility of the next of kin to ensure that memorials are kept in good order and that mowers and machinery are not obstructed by incorrectly positioned flower containers and other tributes. With this in mind, the Council has agreed regulations to keep the burial grounds in a clean and well-ordered condition – the best mark of respect. It has been noted that an increasing number of unauthorised tributes are being placed on graves and cremation plots. A press release has been issued to remind visitors of the rules and regulations. Copies of the full press release are posted near the water stations at the cemetery. To help avoid and alleviate any distress, the Town Council would like to work together with the families concerned over the next 12 months to bring all tributes back within the cemetery guidelines. Cromer Town Council therefore ask that all unauthorised memorials and tributes are removed by 30 April 2014. Anyone wishing to discuss this further is invited to contact the town council

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office on 01263 512254 or email admin@cromertown.org. Extracts from the rules and regulations are displayed on the noticeboard outside the cemetery chapel. Full copies are available on the Town Council website (www.cromertown.org) and on request from the Town Council Office.

CROMER HOnOURS & COMMEnDATIOn AWARDS The Cromer Town Council Award Scheme to recognise significant achievement by an individual, or group, enters its 16th year. So far well over 100 people or groups have received the awards, which are presented by the Mayor of Cromer at the Annual Town Meeting. Every year one hears of work or a deed being done within our community which enhances the quality of life in our town or of its inhabitants. Much of this work by its very nature, goes largely unrecognized and may not be fully appreciated by the community at large. Who is eligible for an Award? Any person, young or old, and group or organisation, is eligible to be considered. The Council is looking towards anyone who has made a significant contribution to the quality of an individual, or wider community life in Cromer, during the last year. If you know someone, a group or organisation, who you feel should be considered for an honour, please contact the Town Council office for a nomination form which must be completed and returned to the Town Clerk by noon on 31 March 2014. Copies of the nomination form can also be downloaded from the Town Council website. COMMUnITY OPEn DAY On Saturday 12 April 2014 Cromer Town Council is hosting the Annual Community Open Day at Cromer Parish Hall. Any charities or organisations wishing to have a stall at the event are asked to contact the Town Council office to reserve a stand.

FLYInG OF CROMER TOWn FLAG FOR SPECIAL OCCASIOnS Members of the public wishing to mark a special birthday or anniversary are now 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.

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Microsoft is stopping support for Windows XP on 8th April 2014. With no more security updates after that date.

If you're one of the (30% of desktop users) many Windows XP users out there, the big question is, what happens when support stops?

Before you get too worried, it's important to understand this doesn't mean other manufacturers will do the same, so you can still update other bits of software.

If you're using Internet Explorer under Windows XP, it's time to stop. Windows XP only supports Internet Explorer 9, which means that it's at least two versions out of date and vulnerable to some exploits.

Fortunately, both Google Chrome and Firefox have been continuously updated for Windows XP, so you can download the latest version and be confident that you'll get future updates, too.

Limited accounts are a great way to use Windows XP securely as they don’t allow you to install or remove applications, or make system-wide changes. So, if you run some malware, it will be as limited as you are.

Unless there's a massive vulnerability that security software cannot protect against, Windows XP should still have a long life in front of it. As long as security software, drivers and other applications have Windows XP updates for them, the operating system can continue to be used securely and reliably.

For more advice, the staff at PCSimple.co.uk in Cooperative Street will be happy to help. Cromer Times 439 February 15th 2014

Non-surgical option for treatment of varicose veins

Coltishall Clinic is pleased to announce a treatment program for varicose veins. Endovenous laser therapy is a quick, minimally invasive alternative to traditional vein stripping.

Endovenous laser therapy is a relatively new outpatient treatment that can be performed under local anaesthesia in less than an hour. Varicose veins occur when the vein is not functioning properly to return blood from the lower leg to the heart. Each vein has a series of valves that open to allow the flow of blood to the heart, and close to prevent backflow (otherwise known as “reflux”) of blood back

into the foot. The walls and valves of veins are thin and elastic, and can stretch due to a variety of conditions including pregnancy, heredity injuries, inflammation and age.

Approximately half of the population has some form of venous disease, and varicose veins affect about one out of two people age 50 and older, and 15-25% of all adults.

Previously, treatment of painful, swollen varicose veins required a surgical procedure called vein stripping, where the vein was completely removed from the leg.

More recently, endovenous laser therapy has been developed. Bulging varicose veins in the lower leg are usually

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The endovenous laser therapy treats the source of the problem, which then causes the varicose vein in the lower leg to shrink and disappear.

Endovenous laser therapy involves the insertion of an ultrasound-guided laser fibre directly into the incompetent great or short saphenous vein. Laser energy heats the vein from within, causing it to shrink, collapse and seal shut. Patients experience minimal discomfort, and they can return to normal activities the same day. Because there are many veins in the leg, the blood that would have flowed through the closed vein simply flows through other healthy veins after the laser therapy.

Coltishall Clinic also offers sclerotherapy and lasers to treat leftover spider veins.

For more information or to book an appointment, Call 0800 0430737 or visit www.coltishallclinic.co.uk.

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