Cromer Times 443 by Eric Hayton

Issue 443 12 April 2014

Cromer Skate Park Charity Ball AUTOMATIC DRIVING LESSONS

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The Cromer Skate Park campaign has raised over £2,250 towards its goal by hosting a successful charity ball.

hour) The campaign, a registered(full charity with the express aim of raising funds to build a skate park in Cromer, held its first ever TAKE THE STRESS OUT OF DRIVING charity ball at historic Northrepps Cottage Country Hotel on the NO CLUTCH, NO GEARS, NO WORRIES evening of Saturday 22 March.

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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. 01263 720107 email kebb39@yahoo.co.uk 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. 2pm. 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 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 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. 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 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 CONTINUED ON PAGE 6...

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Cromer Skate Park Charity Ball

Continued from front cover... The campaign raised over £1,250 from the sale of tickets and from various auctions and a raffle conducted on the night. These earnings were boosted by a further £1,000, thanks to the very generous assistance of Barclays, via their ‘pound-for-pound’ Matched Funding Programme.

One of several highlights of the evening involved five items being auctioned via written bids. This added an enjoyable element of tension to proceedings, as guests repeatedly revisited the written list to see whether their bids were still on top. The items included an MGP Scooter courtesy of ‘Wet Dog’, a wine package courtesy of Mr & Mrs E Gurney, dinner at the Constantia Cottage Restaurant, dinner at the Old Rock Shop Bistro, and a Norwich City FC signed pennant.

There were live auctions for three items. One night’s ‘glamping’ and dinner for two that had been donated by The Grove, a round of golf and a meal for four at Weston Park donated by MKN Building Services, and a funky rug donated by Cromer Carpets.

There was also a highly successful raffle conducted during the course of the evening, with all prizes having been donated by local businesses. The level of support received from the local business community was little short of overwhelming. Consequently, some prizes have had to be carried over to a future event, a quiz night scheduled to be held at the Parish Hall on Saturday 10 May.

The charity ball represents another major step towards the campaign’s goal of funding a skate park for the young people of the area. It has now accounted for well over £100,000 of the £150,000 required to fund the construction of a custom designed skate park on the Meadow in Cromer.

The Cromer Skate Park campaign is aware that the ball could not have been such a runaway success without the goodwill of local business, and the extraordinary support it has received from those both living in and visiting the area. The committee expressed its thanks to all those who helped to make the evening such a success, including Christine Ericksen of Barclays for organising the Matched Funding Programme, Chevertons Printers who sponsored the posters and tickets, Northrepps Cottage Country Hotel, Sound Stage Systems, and of course all the guests who attended, and who demonstrated their great generosity on the night. A full list of the local businesses who kindly provided the fabulous raffle prizes can be found on the Cromer Skate Park FaceBook page. Finally, special mention should be made of committee member Jean Spruce, who worked tirelessly in recent months to ensure that the ball would become the great success that it undoubtedly was.

Clubs with Friends

Building on our recent success with the launch of our community café in Cromer, About with Friends are now launching another brand new project, Clubs with Friends.

We were awarded funding by the North Norfolk Young Commissioners and the project seeks to improve access to local clubs and activities for young people aged 13-25 with a disability. Over the next six months we will be working with young people, supporting them to join new clubs in their local communities. These could be sports clubs, scouting groups or drama groups for example, we will be working with the young people to explore their interests and assist them in finding the right club for them.

We will also be offering support and advice to clubs to assist them to become more inclusive, and we will also be compiling a register of clubs and activities for young people in the North Norfolk area. We will guide groups, in partnerships with other organisations to apply for accessibility grants, training and general disability awareness.

We are really excited that we have been chosen to run this project; anyone who is interested should contact Lucy Sait at About with Friends. 01263 151230. In association with www.cromerdeals.co.uk

Sheringham and Cromer Branch RAF Association

On Tuesday 15 March the Sheringham and District Branch of the RAF Association held their AGM at the Links Hotel, West Runton which was attended by some 40 members. The President, Air Commodore Tom Benson, welcomed those attending and thanked all those who had helped with the work of the Branch in the past year – in particular members of the Committee who had organised and carried out the collections during Wings Week.

Mr Ken Macnish was elected Chairman and the members of the committee were re-elected en bloc. George Baker has reached the age whereby he must give up his duties as Membership Secretary and Standard Bearer and these duties will be taken over by Des Gallagher and Ray Loake respectively. Mr Macnish thanked George for his long service and devotion to his work for the RAF Association, having been a member for

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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 Tue 2pm. Chicago movement means no need to bring a partner. All abilities welcome. 01692 404064 / 01263 825061. CROMER LIBRARY Prince of Wales Rd 01263 512850. Mon 9.30am–7pm, Tue 9.30am–5pm, Weds 9.30am–1pm, Thurs 9.30am–5pm, Fri 9.30am–7pm, Sat 10am–1pm. Free to join. Free internet access. Regular events: First Thurs each month: Carers Forum Support Group meetings 1–3pm. Second Thurs each month: Age UK drop-in advice desk 10.30am-12pm. Every Fri: 2 for the price of 1 hire on DVDs and music CDs. Every Sat: £1 off games hire. First Sat each month: Family History drop-in support group 10am-12pm. Second Sat each month: Family Story time 11 – 12pm under 8s must be accompanied Crazee Kidz Club (youth club) meets every 2nd and 4th Friday during term time at Roughton Village Hall between 7pm-8:30pm. Open to anyone aged 6-16, entry £1. Call Paddy 01263 768138 or visit www.crazeekidzclub.co.uk Little Stars Parent and Toddler group meets every other Wednesday at Roughton Village Hall from 1011:30am. Come along for a chat and a drink while your child plays. Entry £1.50. Contact Chloe 01263 768138 Slimming Club at Trimingham on Tuesdays at 1.45pm at Pilgrim Shelter. Tel 01263 579797 or 07799 060407 Cantamus Choir rehearses every Thursday at 7.30pm in St James Church, Southrepps, NR11 8NR. New members welcome. No audition required Weybourne Folk Club third Sun each month Maltings Hotel, Weybourne 3-6 pm. Singers, musicians, poets and audience welcome. Free. 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,

The Cley Old Hall and Wolterton Hall etc. In the coming year more are planned, the details of which will be circulated.

The President’s Cup, presented each year for outstanding work for the Branch, was this year presented to Ena Moss, who, at a wonderful 99 years old, still finds time and energy to collect and do work for the Association.

37 years! The Chairman also presented two certificates of appreciation to Mrs Ena Moss and her daughter Geraldine Bird for their outstanding contribution to the work of Wings Week.

The Branch has had a successful year, having arranged several activities which members attended and enjoyed – the 40s Tea Dance, the Strawberries and Cream Tea, annual visits to 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 Tue each month 10.30-12.30 Sacred Heart Ch. Hall, Kings Arms St, N Walsham. 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 Sports Hall, High School every Saturday morning 9am -10am. All welcome, all equipment supplied. 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 at the Lighthouse Community Centre Sheringham. New members always welcome. Contact 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. 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 Thur each

Our newly appointed RAF Liaison Officer (RAFALO) , Warrant Officer Steven Roberts, from RAF Marham, introduced himself and gave a brief account of what he saw as the future for RAF Marham.

The Branch welcomes ex-serving personnel and friends who would like to join the RAF Association, - contact our membership Secretary Des Gallagher, Tel: 01263 821187.. Our Welfare Officer is available to help ex-RAF personnel/families in cases of proven need.

month at Sheringham Community Centre, Holway Road. Anyone affected by MS welcome. 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 third Wed each month (except Dec- second Wed) at The Kings Arms Hotel, North Walsham at 7pm. We are open to all ages but aim to appeal to younger women. Visitors 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 third Wed each month 2.30 pm - 4pm at Cromer Hospital. Call Caroline Jennings on 01263 510002 or just come along Ruby's Prize Bingo – on the first Saturday of each month at 7.30pm at Lower Southrepps Social Club North Norfolk Amateur Radio Group meet on the second Thursday in each month from 7pm at East Runton Village Hall. New members warmly welcomed. Secretary 01263 519485, secretary@nnarg.co.uk, www.nnarg.co.uk Cromer Folk Club at The Cottage, Louden Road. Second Fri of month 8pm. FREE. Open to all - folk musicians, singers, orators, poets, or just plain listeners who enjoy a laid back scenario and friendly atmosphere. Bittern Line runs to Cromer Station and returns at convenient times for those who enjoy a selection of Real Ales without driving. Royal Air Forces Association Sheringham & District branch, regular meetings & social events. Former members of RAF & WRAF inc. family members welcome. Kenneth Macnish 01263 519684, or Christine Martin 01263 734977 Tabletop/craft sale in the St. John Ambulance Hall, Bond Street, Cromer on the last Friday of the month, except Jul and August, when it will be held every Friday 9am until 3pm. Free admission but donations gratefully accepted! All proceeds to the Cromer Division. Tables available at £6. For information, call Sue or Tony on 01263 649441. Traders welcome. Refreshments available Cromer Ukulele Workshop meets Fridays at St John Community Centre, Bond St. 4.15pm - 5.15pm £8/session Contact: Jenny Goodwin 07826 841688 for more info Mardle & Munch Lower Southrepps Social Club re-opens on Wed 2 April and every Wed until October. Opening hours from 10am until 2pm serving teas, coffees, soft drinks, crisps, bacon baps, homemade cakes, and homemade fruit and savoury scones. All our food is sourced locally and sold at very reasonable prices. Come and see us - a warm welcome and good food awaits you!

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16 years of Community Singing of The Crucifixion

Cantamus Choir and friends will reunite to perform Sir John Stainer’s “The Crucifixion” which includes the beautiful “God So Loved the World” on Good Friday 18 April in St Martin Church, Overstrand at 7pm.

This Good Friday tradition of community Easter singing in its 16th year and Cantamus welcome everyone who would like to sing with us either as part of the choir or participating audience. Musical Director, David Ballard will lead the choir and soloists Clive McCrombie and Simon Gray. Matthew Bond will accompany. Free admission to concert.

If you would like to take part, come and join our pre-concert rehearsal workshop at 3.30pm in St Martin Church, Overstrand. No auditions are required. More information from David on 07785 782498 Cantamus look forward to singing with you and wish you a very Happy Easter.

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Aylsham in Bloom - Open Garden at Burgh House on Friday 18 April small group conducted tour. £5 entry includes a cuppa and a cake. Booking essential 01263 734408 or aylshaminbloom@yahoo.co.uk fundraising for Aylsham in Bloom

An Evening of Clairvoyance in aid of Faith Animal Rescue on 16 April at 7.30pm in WI Hall, Garden Street, Cromer Tickets £5 in advance or £6 on the door available from K Hardware, East Runton Stores or Claw & Paws Sheringham The Cromer & District Art Society Annual Easter Art Exhibition at East Runton Village Hall Friday 18, Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 April 10am to 5pm admission free

Choose from many hundreds of plants at our Grand Spring Plant Sale on Bank Holiday Monday, 5 May 11am – 3pm in Cromer Parish Church. Potted, rooted annuals and perennials ready for your garden, sold in aid of the Cromer Bells restoration project. Home-made cakes and drinks to enjoy

Diabetes UK North Norfolk Voluntary Group Meeting - our guest speaker on Thursday 24 April will be Paramedic Phillip Smith. 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 Multiple Sclerosis Coffee Morning on Friday 2 May 10am-12 noon at Thorpe Market Church. Refreshments, raffle, tombola, bric-a-brac and cake stalls. All welcome

Mundesley and District Royal British Legion Women’s Section Coffee Morning on Saturday 19 April 10am – 12 noon at Coronation Hall, Cromer Road, Mundesley - Bric a Brac, Cakes, & Raffle. All welcome

Easter Egg Hunt and Fun Day on Saturday 19 April In aid of Stepping Stones Pre-School (Reg. Charity No. 1077895) 11am-3:30pm at Barningham Hall, Matlaske, NR11 7HY. Now in its 8th year, the Barningham Hall Easter Egg Hunt attracts families from across North Norfolk. Come and hunt for chocolate eggs whilst exploring the beautiful grounds of Barningham Hall. As well as the Easter Egg trail, children will be able to enjoy fun craft activities and face painting. There will be stalls, games, a raffle and tombola, and refreshments will be available throughout the day, so plenty of fun to be had by all! Entry costs are £3 for children and £2 for adults, and include the chocolate eggs and craft activities. For further information, please contact Stepping Stones Pre-School on 01263 768766 or visit www.steppingstonesaldborough.co.uk

Sheringham and Cromer Choral Society Choral Workshop, with Patrick Hawes on Saturday 17 May 11am – 4pm at The Auden Theatre, Holt. Experience a composer’s insight into setting words to music and work with him on sections of his new commission, ‘Eventide’(In memoriam Edith Cavell). Open to singers & non singers. Tickets Adults £15 if booked before 30th April thereafter £20, under 18s free Box Office 01263 713444 or email boxoffice@ greshams.com Further info www.sheringhamandcromerchoral.co.uk TRIMINGHAM Whist 14, 17, 21, 24, 28 April at Pilgrim Shelter 1.45 £1.50 Details Linda 01263 834349 Yoga 14, 28 April at Pilgrim Shelter 7pm £5 Details Linda 01263 834965 Gardening Chat 18 April at Pilgrim Shelter 2pm £1.50 with the very knowledgable Mr Roger Leggett FUN DOG SHOW 20 April New hall field coast road Trimingham next to Woodlands 10am entries 11am

judging 13 Classes Rosettes to four places (See last years on trimingham.org) Free parking Reasonable refreshments Tel Liz 01263 834965 Quiz 20 April Up to four in a team £1 per person three quiz prizes Tel Liz 01263 834965 1.45pm £1.50 Craft afternoon 25 April Bring your knitting... Or just come and chat craft ideas 2pm £1.50 CARBOOT 26 April New hall field coast road next to Woodlands. Sellers from 7am Sorry no caterers Free parking for buyers Pitches just £5 Tel Liz 01263 834965

How Hill Nature Tots - Outdoor fun with your little ones ! £3 per adult, £3 per child suitable 2-4 year olds. Wednesday 16 April, Wednesday 28 May, Thursday 4 September. For further details and booking call 01692 678555

Blickling Hall, Aylsham, NR11 6NF Wednesday 2 April - Sunday 13 April Norfolk Creative & Contemporary Artists (NNCA) provide an opportunity for artists of various disciplines to exhibit their many talents. This enables the public to view an eclectic and original mix of work produced by those who are passionate about their creations and are inspired by their particular surroundings of large skies, open views and the ever changing sea

Cromer Flower Club - Jumble Sale on Friday 25 April 9am – 12noon at Cromer Community Hall

Handmade Crafts & Gifts on Sunday 13 April 10am - 3pm at Bacton Village Hall. Free Admission Refreshments Tables 01692 651236

Meet the Producers Market on Sunday 20 April at 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,

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Concert at St.Andrew's Methodist Church, Sheringham on Friday 9 May at 7pm featuring the Jubilate and St. Andrew's Fellowship Choirs and Maggie Warren (flute solos) Refreshments during the interval and there will be a retiring collection for the Berea Church in Nepal

Easter Monday. Aylmerton Village Hall 10am - 12noon - Hot Cross Buns and coffee, tombola, raffle books, cakes, bric a brac and stained glass demonstration. Entrance free. All proceeds to Village Hall funds

Hot Cross Bun Coffee Morning on Saturday 12 April 10am - 12noon at St Andrew's Church, East Runton raffle, cakes, tombola and much more - in aid of church funds

St John the Baptist Church, Aylmerton on 13 April at 6pm The Cross of Christ - a devotion for congregation & choir. All welcome. Refreshments afterwards

Afternoon Tea at 38 Clifton Park, Cromer NR27 9BG on Saturday 24 May at 2.30pm £2 plus raffle/sales table all proceeds towards Life for Ella-Grace Fund - come along and enjoy a pleasant afternoon whilst helping to raise much needed funds Tel 01263 516835

Overstrand Bowls Club Open Afternoon from 2pm until 4pm on Saturday 3 May at the green on the Sports Ground at Overstrand. Residents of Overstrand and the surrounding area are invited to a free taster session so please come along and have a go. The only condition is that flat shoes with no heels must be worn. Bowls of various sizes will be available to use on the day. If 3 May is not a suitable date or you would like further information please contact Keith Fathers on 01263 579730

Full steam ahead for Easter Eggspress Emms Stems Hop on board the Easter Eggspress at the Bure Valley Railway over the Easter weekend, 18th to 21st April 2014, for an “eggciting” day out for all the family. Norfolk’s longest Narrow Gauge Steam Railway is giving a free Easter Egg to every child when accompanied by a fare-paying adult (maximum 2 children per adult). In addition, a colouring corner and a decorated Whistlestop Café add to the Easter themed event.

Trains will be running from both Aylsham and Wroxham Stations. Trains depart from Aylsham: 10:00, 11:30, 12:40, 14:20 and 15:30; Wroxham: 11:10, 12:40 and 14:00. No prior booking is required. Under 5s travel free.

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VW dog guard and fully-tailored waterproof hatchbag boot liner suit 2008 onwards VW Passat estate excellent condition £75 for both or £40 each Trunch Tel 01263 721686 Hauck Duett twin pushchair never used still in box black and grey £200ono genuine reason for sale Tel 07799 474246/ 01263 824694 2 Next single breasted slim fit 3 piece suits trousers 30R jacket & waistcoat 36R £20 each suit. Paddington Bear-original Gabrielle 1972 design No. 65786, complete with original hat coat & label £50. Tel 01263 513697 Pair of G Plan incliner armchairs in very good condition fire safety labels tulip design fabric removeable cushions for ease of transport any reasonable offer accepted Tel. 01263 761272 Roughton White PVC casement window 1200cm x1200cm new £50 Tel 01263 838441 Yamaha PSR 190 keyboard and stand in good working order £25ono. Guinea pig/rabbit indoor cage 80cm nearly new £25ono. Tel Andrew Parish 07876 221978 Gentlemans Falcon Explorer bicycle silver/blue all aluminium 18 gears little used and genuinely as new guards rear carrier and extras including removable front wire basket helmet and pump £100 Tel 01263 588528 Dyson upright vacuum cleaner, Single mattress nearly new. Royal portable toilet. Will accept offers on each item. Tel 01263 820204/07887 848690 Dog cage/crate almost new black with black tray end opening measures 30" long x 19" wide x 21"high excellent condition. buyer collects £30 Tel. 01263 720622 Futon sofa bed double fantastic condition as only slept on twice easy to open out and put away perfect for spare room or study £60ovno Cromer and can deliver Tel 07793 198864 3 piece suite wood frame fire retarded dralon cushions vgc. Danish dining table & 6 chairs 170cm x 95cm extendable to 230cm surplus to requirements. All offers considered. Tel 01263 820204/07887848690 Lovely glazed medium oak bookcase/display unit 33”long 38”high 12”deep good condition £95ono Tel 01263 823445 Computer Advent windows XP with speakers could be used for games £25 Tel 07708 739523 This England magazines 1980s – 2010 £50. 180+ Readers Digest magazines from the 1990s £15. Tel 01263 823200 Two large three seater settees and large easy chair plum colour new foam cushions fire retardant 6f x 3f good condition £275 Tel 01263 822748 Circulation booster for joint and muscle pain and blood circulation by High Tech Health Ltd £60 Tel 01263 514371 Modern solid pine extending table measures 129cm x 80cm (extends to 200cm) and 4 solid pine chairs £80ono Tel 01263 515582 Ladies bowls with bag size 0 £40. Bowls shoes size 7 £5. Sewing machine Fuster Rosman £25. Breadmaker Goodmans £10. Tel 01263 820972

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Bearded Iris good variety of colours proceeds to the CinnamonTrust in North Walsham Tel 01692 404124 Chicken coop and run run is on wheels and all in good order room for two or three chickens Tel 01328 830582 for details £50 Two exercise machines in good order step machine with counter £40 ono and rowing machine £40ono or £70 for the two Tel 01263 515579 Beautiful oval mahogany coffee table superb condition L44in W26ins H15ins £25 Tel 01263 511742 TV unit black glass 3 tier excellent condition £30 Tel 01692 407209 Handmade pine storage unit 1.3m wide 0.9m high and 0.38m deep sliding doors and one internal shelf comes with detachable shelving unit so could be used as a dresser £40 Tel 01263 825644 Opaque glass top garden table with central hole for sunshade pole 110 cm across edged in a green plastic coated edging vgc £40ono Cromer 01263 511886 Ottoman 90cm x 39cm 40cm high pine effect sides and white lid £5 Tel 01263 513901 Complete set of Cordon Bleu cookery course in folders 7 volumes of golden hands crafts all offers considered Tel 01692 405022 2 Radley handbags black leather short handles very good condition both cost over £100 each Mahogwill accept offers near to £45 each Tel 07825 955083 East Runton Boots leather walking little used excellent condition size 7 £25. Seat pads John Lewis tie-on terracotta colour double sided excellent condition cost new £15 each 4 for £30. Tel 01263 720973 Mahogany display cabinet half lattice glass doors and cupboard underneath W31in H41in good condition £35 Tel 01692 404297 Balustrade 10ft and 6ft6in L shape 4 posts can be made into 16ft run £40. Mamas & Papas pram with raincover good condition £25. Tel 07810 394174 Beko chest freezer 3.6cuft energy rating A+ W21.5ins D23ins H34ins immaculate unused surplus to requirements £105ono buyer collects Tel 07570 020118 Golf clubs 15 various different makes £50 Skeyton Tel 01692 538899 11 large adjustable brass spotlights for wall or ceiling including bulbs £95. Child's car seat £30. Booster £10. Artist’s beech studio easel fully adjustable £75. Tel 01692 404407 Rebok Fusion cross trainer heavy duty exerciser with multi function programmes and heart rate monitor excellent condition complete with user guide £85 Tel 01692 500776 Halfords car top box approximately 100x90x30cms £40ono. Paddy Hopkirk rear 3 bike carrier never used £20ono. 4 x roof bar bike racks never used £8ono each. Tel 01263 824537 Ladies bicycle straight handlebars Shimano gears vgc £85. Ladies vintage Raleigh racer drop handlebars £75. Volvo 850 estate factory loadliner £65. Large car ramps £35. Tel 01692 500988 Continued on page 22...

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Homes for sale & rent NEW ON

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Detatched bungalow, & gdns to the front, side & rear, sitting rm, kitchen/dining rm, 2 dble beds (1 en-suite bathroom), sep shower rm. Parking. EPC: rating TBC. North Walsham Office 01692 404658

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A reliable assistant with a good understanding of autism is required to support a young lady in developing her independence and social skills. Hours will be Tuesday and Thursday 2.30 - 5pm. For more information please call 07828 111509.

Peanut’s Parlour

In store at Mr Schnorby’s Pet Shop Professional, Fully Trained Dog and Cat Grooming Service.

Kards & Bits Opens

Chris and Rosemary would like to thank people for their custom and loyalty while they were at HK, and to let everyone know that Kards & Bits is now open.

"Already it is nice to see some of our former regulars finding us on Church Street, behind the church," commented Rosemary.

"And we already have our very popular range of cards in stock at 40p each, 3 for £1," Chris said.

We are pleased to announce that after the 12th of April we will have additional fully trained staff, and therefore additional appointments will be available. We provide a warm, open and relaxed grooming service to meet your animals grooming needs 5 day's a week.

Carding Hand Stripping Anal Glands Clipping Nail cutting Washing and Drying Comb throughs Full Grooming (consists of Nails, Anal Glands cleared, Ear's cleaned, Clip/Strip, Wash and Dry) Large breeds accommodated Microchipping also available (Petlog registered chipping service)

Alternatively call us on 01263 513246 High Street Cromer

Gift wrap, gift bags, stationery, disposable party, foils, bin liners, black bags are already on the shelf and ready to go. "And we will have light bulbs coming in by the time you read this," Chris added.

Final word to Rosemary, "Various local traders will be pleased to know that we will also stock large foils, serviettes and kitchen roll too."

"Value and quality is what we will stock pop in and see what we have," finished Rosemary.

Kards & Bits

Wide Selection of Cards from 40p each or 3 for £1 NO OP W EN Stationery, Foils & Cling Film, Disposable Partyware, Black Bags, Bin Liners, Batteries, Light Bulbs, and Many More Bits 01263 510241 25 Tucker Street Cromer (behind the church)

Colin’s Cleaning Service

Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning - uPVC Cleaning Pressure Washing - Patios & Driveways Leather Cleaning - Oven Cleaning Chimney Sweeping - Conservatories Gutter Cleaning Windows Cleaned (no ladder pure water system) TELEPHONE: 01263 578106 MOBILE: 07880 704876 www.north-norfolk-cleaning.co.uk

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NATIONAL BLOOD SERVICE BLOOD DONOR SESSIONS Wednesday 30 April

CROMER HIGH SCHOOL, NORWICH ROAD, CROMER

1pm – 3.15pm and 4.45pm – 7pm

Give the gift of life this Easter

In the run up to Easter, NHS Blood and Transplant is asking readers to think about those less fortunate than themselves and give blood, as well as giving gifts and chocolate to friends and family.

According to Derek Carr, Lead Donor Relations Manager for NHS Blood and Transplant for the Anglia area “Easter is a time of celebrating new life and what better way to celebrate than to help those who need it, by donating blood. It’s an important time to give, as blood stocks are often more vulnerable around public holidays, when people go away or are busy getting out and about as the weather improves.

“If you have an appointment to donate at an upcoming session, please keep it, especially if you are an O negative and B negative blood donor. If you don’t yet have an appointment booked, please make one to donate in the upcoming weeks and help us to keep stock levels healthy.

“We are always grateful to donors who respond to calls such as this and appreciate that in doing so they do give up some of their precious time. Please bear with us if there are slightly longer waits than normal on session as a result.”

Donors with blood group O negative are typically known as the “universal donor” as their blood can be given to patients with a different blood group. This can prove vital in an emergency situation when there may not be time for an immediate blood grouping test to be carried out.

B negative blood is in demand because certain ethnic groups are more prone to particular diseases that require blood, such as sickle cell anaemia and thalassemia and a higher proportion of these ethnic groups are Group B. Group B negative blood can be given to B negative or B positive patients. Just 2% of the population are B negative.

Blood donations are a vital part of treatment for many conditions including cancer and long term illnesses, people involved in accidents and in maternity care. Hospitals across England and North Wales need 7,000 units of blood every day and each unit can save the lives of up to three people.

Anyone aged between 17-65, weighing more than 50 kg (7st 12lbs) and in general good health could potentially start saving lives by becoming a blood donor. There is no upper age limit for donors who have donated in the last two years.

Yappers & Barkers The Fashion House for Dogs

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Central England Co-operative launches Easter competition

Local Central England Co-operative food stores have launched an Easter competition for customers to ‘Spot the Chicks’ on their website, www.centralengland.coop, with the chance to win £20 worth of food store vouchers every day.

From Tuesday 1 April – Monday 21 April customers can visit the website to find the Easter chicks hidden on a specific web page and post their answers on Twitter (@mycoopfood) and Facebook (Facebook.com/centralenglandcooperative) using the hashtag #spotthechicks. Every day, a winner with the correct answer will be drawn and win a £20 Central England Co-operative voucher. Children under 10 years old can also take part in a colouring competition by picking up a colouring sheet from their local Central England Co-operative store. Six winners will be picked from colouring sheets handed back into the store on Tuesday 22 April and will win a soft toy chick for Easter. For more information, ask your local Central England Co-operative store manager or visit www.centralengland.coop where you can also find your nearest store.

Naomi Brangwyn – Glass Artist 5th – 26th April 2014

Meet Naomi Brangwyn At The Gallery Norfolk, 10-5pm - 5th April 2014

For more information or to book an appointment visit www.blood.co.uk or contact 0300 123 23 23.

Large Selection of Furniture & Accessories

32 new pieces of art inspired by Norfolk landscapes THE GALLERY NORFOLK, 3 Church Street, Cromer, Norfolk NR27 9ER Open 10am-5pm - Monday to Saturday · Tel. 01263 515745

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Hundreds sign online petition calling for later trains on the Bittern Line

Hundreds of people have signed an online petition that calls on the train firms Greater Anglia and National Rail to put on later services in the evening on the Bittern Line.

The North Norfolk Labour Party petition claims train users on the Sheringham to Norwich line are having to cut their evening short and ‘clock watch’ if they want to spend an evening in the city, and that there would be a greater economic benefit to the local nightlife if trains ran later.

They are collecting support from across the district - including those who do not live near the line but drive to the nearest train station on an evening to catch the train.

Some complaints of passengers are that they are currently spending large amounts of money to get back from Norwich by taxi if they want

Cromer SNAP

to stay out late at night, and that some people have been missing the last train due to the late running of events in the city.

The local Labour party are now writing to parish councils to encourage them to lodge their support with Greater Anglia for a late night train.

Denise Burke, Labour's Prospective Parliamentary Candidate for North Norfolk, said “We are calling on Greater Anglia to ensure that no one is left behind at night by providing later trains in the evening. Having to be at Norwich station by 10.45pm during the week before they stop running does not offer enough flexibility, and it means that train users are having to keep an eye on the clock during their night or make alternative arrangements to stay out.

from train users here, and those who cannot drive are particularly keen to see this improvement. With a large hike in fares across the rail network we would like to see this sort of investment in return.

There would be a big economic benefit to nightlife in the area if a later train was put on - even if it was on a Friday and Saturday night - so I encourage people to sign this petition.”

The need for a later train is a big complaint

The Cromer Safer Neighbourhood Action Panel (SNAP) meeting was held on Monday 24 March at Cromer Town Council Offices.

The below priorities were agreed to take forward:

• Speeding check to be carried out across the Cromer neighbourhood. Officers also requested to deal with drivers using mobile phones

• Police to undertake high visibility patrols in Cromer, concentrating on Promenade and areas of the town with the highest concentration of pedestrian traffic. Also to patrol beauty spots and car parks in

surrounding parishes

• Criminal damage across the Cromer neighbourhood area

These will be reported on at the next meeting which is due to be held on Monday 2 June at 6.30pm at Cromer Town Council Offices, North Lodge Park, Cromer.

If you have any issues or concerns from your area to raise at the next meeting please contact the Cromer Safer Neighbourhood Team on 101 or email sntcromer@norfolk.pnn.police.uk.

Holistic Therapy in North Norfolk

Registering New NHS Patients

We provide the full range of NHS dental treatments in a friendly and relaxed environment.

If you have a problem with your teeth or need a check-up, contact us on

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Or you can call in to our practice to register. Enslin Ltd Dental Surgery 17–19 West Street, Cromer 14

Do you feel you could be coping better or have more control over your life? Maybe you feel anxious, low or depend too much on alcohol or food? The Walnut Tree Centre could help. Hanne and Beth use a unique combination of psychological therapy and yoga to treat both mind and body for effective long term recovery. Set in safe and peaceful surroundings, with indoor and outdoor facilities. Why not contact us to see how we can help you? Please call 07552 184289 or 07443 858005 www.walnuttreecentre.co.uk

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Cromer Crab Thermidor

Friday 28th March was a great day for us here at The Grove, and for me personally. Since July, when I came to Cromer, we have had the fantastic privilege of being awarded two rosettes from the AA and seen the restaurant go from strength to strength, but I have been looking forward to getting Cromer crab back on the Grove menu throughout the long winter months and it has been wonderful to get back to work with this most beautiful of seafood.

We only use crab direct from the fishermen of Cromer, so that we know that it is the freshest it can possibly be.

There are so many things one can do with this wonderful, sweet meat, and in this recipe I am going to show you how to make one of the all-time classics; originally a lobster dish but adapted by my team and I just for Cromer – Crab Thermidor.

New in Cromer by Design

Design lines is a brand new exciting business with a Kitchen and Bathroom Studio extending over 3,000 square feet. Partnered with J.B Postle, your local electrical retailer they provide top quality appliances at affordable prices. Owners Mark Trinder and Adrian Oxtoby commented, "We offer a professional comprehensive, design, supply and installation service including, home visits and no obligation quotations. We also operate a workmanship warranty and deposit guarantee scheme."

Do come in and try Cromer crab – or of course, anything else you fancy from our lovely a la carte – and don't miss our special Easter Saturday Afternoon Tea and Egg Hunt and Sunday lunch! Best wishes, Charlie

Cromer Crab Thermidor

Six dressed Cromer crabs 60g shallots, very finely chopped 225ml fish stock pinch of Cayenne pepper 200ml dry white wine 300ml Bechemel sauce 125ml double cream 1tsp strong Norfolk mustard 50g butter, well chilled and cubed 1 tbsp fined snipped tarragon

Method • Combine the shallots, fish stock and wine in a saucepan and reduce by two-thirds.

• Add the bechemel sauce and cook over a low heat for 20 minutes, stirring every five minutes.

• Add the mustard and cook for another two minutes.

• Turn off the heat and whisk the butter into the sauce, one piece at a time.

• Season with salt and a good pinch of cayenne.

• Finally add the tarragon.

• Take the dressed crab meat out of the shell, bind with the sauce, replace in the shell and bake in the oven (gas mark 4-5) ten to fifteen minutes.

(My handy hint: sprinkle with parmesan for a lovely crunchy texture!)

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Mark continued, "Please feel free to come and browse in our Studio at als, Unit 3, Old Station Yard, Norwich Road, Cromer and enjoy a relaxed no pressure experience. Alternatively, give me a call on 01263 512372"

BLUE WILLOW Tea Rooms

Come and experience our all day freshly cooked breakfasts, light lunches and fabulous homemade cream teas and cakes. A family run traditional tea room with lace table cloths and Blue Willow china.

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THE NORTH NORFOLK GARDENER RHUBARB, RHUBARB

Forced rhubarb is one of the first crops of the year and is said to make the best tarts and crumbles being less acidic and more tender than the naturally grown varieties.

The idea of forcing was discovered by chance two centuries ago, when a gardener accidentally left earth covering his rhubarb and noticed that ‘it was sprouting pink shoots out of season, having been kept warm and dark under the soil. Nine-tenths of the world’s forced rhubarb is grown in a stretch of Yorkshire between Wakefield, Leeds and Morley – known as the pink triangle. It is said that at the peak of the industry ‘you could look out from a bridge in Leeds, and see seven miles of rhubarb in every direction’. There were about 190 growers, with pickers on day and night shifts. A special train – the pink express or Rhubarb Special – left for London every night in season.

Rhubarb is a native of Siberia and thrives in the wet cold winters in Yorkshire. The plants spend two years out in the fields without being harvested. While in the fields the plants store energy from the sun in their roots as carbohydrates. The roots are subjected to frost before being

moved into sheds in November where they are kept in complete darkness. In the sheds the plants begin to grow in the warmth and the stored carbohydrate in the roots is transformed into glucose resulting in forced rhubarb’s bittersweet flavour. The sheds are long low buildings which were originally heated by coal but now by diesel. Traditionally the pickers pull the stalks in candlelight as any exposure to light will stop the growth. It is said that at night it is possible to hear the rhubarb squeak as it grows. By April the season is finished and the outdoor varieties take over.

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Remove any flowers that appear and keep the bed free of weeds. Each spring apply a top dressing of general- purpose fertiliser. Lift and divide the crowns every five to eight years. Recommended varieties include’ Timperley Early’, an early –maturing, thin stemmed plant; ‘Hawke’s Champagne’, with deep red stems and ‘The Sutton’ a large, outstanding variety, which seldom goes to seed.

It is possible to copy the example of the It is easy to grow your own Yorkshire growers and force some of rhubarb as it will grow in any your rhubarb to produce early stems by ordinary garden soil, but it is covering a few stems in December with worthwhile to prepare a special a thick layer of straw or an open ended bed, which with proper attention will produce barrel or box. Crowns that have been forced will healthy stems over several years before needing only give a light crop the following year. division. A few weeks before planting, dig the Bob Wilkinson ground deeply and work in two buckets of well rotted manure or compost per square yard, then add a sprinkling of wood Woodgate Nursery, Aylsham, hosts its popular Garden Show Weekend ash and bone meal. this 17 and 18 May 10am - 5pm in aid of The East Anglian Air Ambulance.

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Set plants of the smaller varieties 2 ½ feet apart each way, but allow 3-4 feet between large-growing varieties. Make sure that each root has at least one eye or bud. Plant the crowns firmly in spring with the top bud two inches below the surface.

Woodgate Nursery - Garden Show Weekend

Want to achieve a lush lawn, beautiful blooms or even weave your own Willow fence? Visitors can pick up tips, advice and inspiration on these topics and lots more from our garden designers, demonstrators and nursery staff.

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Cast your vote for the best garden in show, as five local designers battle it out to take home the trophy. And enter raffles and prize draws to win up to £150 worth of gardening must-haves and vouchers to spend in-store. A fun day for all the family, budding young gardeners can get up close and personal with birds of prey from The Seal and Bird Rescue Trust, take part in the Nursery Treasure Trail and go home with seed kits ready to start growing their own.

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Norfolk craft companies will be selling handmade gifts. While the garden REPAIRS, SERVICE & DIAGNOSTIC centre’s tearoom, Purdy’s, will be serving a delicious range of homemade cakes, light lunches, ice cream,Dealer teas and coffees throughout at Main level for the weekend. Last year’s event was a resounding success, with more than 3,000 people visiting, raising £648 for the Vauxhall charity.

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The Crab & Lobster Festival is on its way – and tickets for the Opening Concert are now on sale This May Cromer and Sheringham will host the fifth Crab & Lobster Festival and tickets for the Opening Concert are now on sale.

With numerous events this year’s Festival offers plenty of fun for all the family across the weekend of 17 & 18 May.

The Crab & Lobster Festival will kick off the coming holiday season with an Opening Concert on Cromer Pier on Friday 16 May. This is a show for everyone who enjoys the seaside tradition of Sea Shanties, folk and irresistible humour.

The ever-popular Olly Day returns to host the Concert which features music by the renowned Sheringham Shantymen, French folk group La Grosse Erreur and comedy by Nigel ‘Boy’ Syer.

Local sea shanty group the Sheringham Shantymen have, over 20 years, developed their own style of performing songs of the sea and as well as hundreds of local performances the group has entertained at prestigious Maritime Festivals at Bristol, Southampton and Portsmouth Festival of the Sea.

They welcome French shanty group La Grosse Erreur to England to perform with them on stage especially for the Festival.

Olly Day is firmly established as one of East Anglia’s finest performers. His unique style

combines an irresistible sense of humour, lots of Magic and an impressive singing voice. Olly has just completed his fifth year on stage at Cromer with the Christmas Seaside Special, to rave reviews from both the press and public alike.

Nigel ‘Boy’ Syer is a natural comedian, using daft poetry, hilarious stories and his uncanny ability for acting the fool on stage to get a laugh. His 'country boy' style of presentation adds an extra twist to his performance that has his audience in stitches. This year Olly and Nigel will present their new Fishermen act to delight Festival audiences.

Tickets are £7.50 and are now available from the Pavilion Theatre box office on 01263 512495. Festival organisers said “the concert will be an evening of great entertainment to open the Festival weekend”

The Festival weekend continues in Cromer on Saturday 17 May and in Sheringham on Sunday 18 May. Highlights include the Bootiful Boat Art Trail, cookery theatre with live demonstrations, a feast of superb seafood, scintillating entertainment, local heritage and seafaring crafts, plus all sorts

Festival chairman Tony Shipp said “In 2013 the Festival achieved enormous successes. Over 20,000 people enjoyed the Festival weekend and thousands more followed the Art and Seafood Trails – it is hoped this year’s Festival, with an expanded programme of free events will achieve the same success and bring more and more people to this fabulous area”.

The Festival will kick off their events this year on Good Friday with the launch of their Bootiful Boat Art Trail and their Scrumptious Seafood Trail. Leaflets for these will be available across the two towns from 18 April.

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For our March meeting Susan Horne gave us a lovely demonstration entitled ‘Daisies and Diamonds’.

Her flowers represented her title with lovely roses and tulips with containers and mechanics to complement.

Best in show competition was won by Jenny Pawson.

Our next meeting will be on Monday 14 April at 7.30pm at Cromer Junior School with Mary Griffiths demonstrating ‘Spring Miscellany’. Visitors are always welcome.

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This month we were entertained by the Den Barrie Duo with Dennis on the keyboard and Barrie doing the vocals. There was plenty of foot tapping and joining in with the singing. It was a sight to behold with us all doing the arm movements to “YMCA” and some of our members even took to the dance floor.

Among the items discussed at the meeting was our participation in the Crab and Lobster Festival and also the Carnival Parade. We will be putting our boat on display in the window of the Community Hall sometime in April. A trip on the river in Norwich has been arranged for June and to the theatre at the Assembly Rooms, Norwich, in May.

Pat Fisher won first prize in the competition for a felt brooch. Hers was a lovely one in the shape of a butterfly, Hazel Patrickson was second and Ann Baker third.

Before our next meeting we will be having a lunch at the Hall, which we call the Lewin Lunch, in memory of a past member Ann Lewin.

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Topics covered at the meeting included our entry to the Cator Cup, drawing of the Bursary and the introduction of a monthly Sales Table. Our next meeting will be on Wednesday 16 April when Helen Lloyd will talk about Cromer Hospital. We welcome visitors and prospective new members to both our walks and monthly meetings. Meetings are on the third Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm in the Parish Hall, Overstrand.

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‘Undersong’ – A new Audio Trail in Overstrand

Local broadcaster and writer of all things Norfolk, Keith Skipper, officially launched the ‘Undersong’ Audio Trail in Overstrand at the end of last month.

The Audio Trail is the brainchild of local artist and director of the Belfry Arts Centre, Nora Gaston, who has over the years encountered a host of local characters whom she felt were worthy of recording in order to keep their stories, songs, poems and music alive.

Working in conjunction with artist Duncan McAfee who recorded the voices and sounds about this very interesting area of North Norfolk they have created a unique, artistic narrative that will preserve the flavour of Overstrand and the stories of the mythical black dog, the relentless sea, the tale of the shrieking pits, contraband and local fishing in

The Belfry Arts Centre ‘U-turn’ post is a windup post while the other two are solar powered.

The accompanying booklet and CD available from the Belfry Arts Centre are a colourful informative, fun publication that add colour and image to the Audio Trail.

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a way that will both fascinate and delight all those who listen.

The Audio Trail consists of three listening posts located at the Belfry Arts Centre, the Overstrand Information Point and the Ronnie Cork Memorial on the cliff top in Overtrand.

Nora Gaston said “I am delighted with the project, I am sure that everyone will find it both fun and fascinating. Overstrand has hundreds of holiday visitors and dozens of school parties and this can only add to their experience of the village”. She continued “the project has been funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund, North Norfolk District Council and Norfolk County Council and I and all those who have been involved with the project are extremely grateful for their support”.

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Young Stars from Cromer Rehearse for Oliver! Two sisters from East Runton are busy rehearsing for their part in the wonderful musical Oliver! Sydney (9) and Evie (6) Mielsch are just two of the forty children involved in this popular production. Sydney and Evie play the part of some of the workhouse girls in the opening scenes of the show, so they have to sing, act and dance. They are not the only local starts in the show. Florence Webster (5) Sylvie Fijalkowska (9) Russell Broughton-Begley (11) and Darcey Banner-Durrant (10) all live in Cromer and are all in the show too. Russell is part of Fagins gang as well as being a workhouse boy and is

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The Cromer and Sheringham Operatic Society are putting on this production, as part of their centenary celebrations and they are also raising money for the ‘About With Friends’ charity based in Cromer.

With stunning sets and fabulous costumes, it promises to be a spectacular, toe tapping extravaganza! This year there are three matinee performances, and the show runs from Saturday 24 May to Saturday 31 May.

Tickets are on sale now. The Pavilion box office number is 01263 512495.

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Council takes action to revitalise markets

North Norfolk District Council (NNDC) is reducing costs to traders to try to ensure that its traditional markets continue to play an important part in the economies of market towns.

NNDC manages the weekly markets in Sheringham, Stalham and Cromer, all of which in recent years have seen a decline in the number of traders. In an attempt to help and encourage regular traders and to revitalise the markets the Council has decided to implement a number of changes:

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Alongside the reduction in rents, traders will now be expected to remove their own waste rather than rely on a council collection.

number of regular traders. In this case, with the support of Stalham Town Council, NNDC has decided to concentrate its efforts on revitalising the market over the summer and no longer to run it as an all-year-round market. Stalham market will therefore run from April to September in 2014, with the single regular trader being offered a five month concession licence if no increase in other traders is achieved by May.

Rhodri Oliver, NNDC Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Assets, said “Everyone loves to wander around a traditional market, whether they live locally or are on holiday. But traders have been having a tough time in recent years so we want to do all that we can to One Church, Two Worship encourage more Centres, Four congregations regular traders, which in turn will encourage Every Sunday ……. more regular 9.00am @ The Parish Church – quieter & more traditional shoppers.” 10.30am @ The Parish Church – all age & contemporary

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International Speech and Evaluation Contest

North Norfolk Speakers Club recently held an International Speech and Evaluation Contest in North Walsham.

Carolyn Williams was the worthy winner of the International Speech Award, with an impressive speech entitled ‘The Three Bears and Goldilocks’.

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Teresa Hoffmann demonstrated her excellent evaluation skills, Speech Evaluation winner, Teresa winning the Evaluation Award Hoffmann, left, and International for the best speech evaluation. Speech winner Carolyn Williams, “Contest speaking is just one right, with Contest Chair Gillian of the many opportunities we Beecroft offer our members to help them gain confidence and experience in speaking to different audiences. The two deserving winners will represent North Norfolk Speakers Club at the Area Contest in Brandon on 9 April” said Club President David Beecroft.

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Council announces grants to increase household by last December’s flooding who still needs and business flood resilience support. Those who experienced flooding

North Norfolk District Council (NNDC) is urging households and businesses in the district directly affected by flooding in last December’s tidal surge and storm to apply for grants from central government’s recently announced Flood Support Schemes.

The schemes, which will be administered locally by NNDC and operative from 1 April, are intended to assist those individual households and businesses that suffered flooding in December to increase their capability to withstand any future flooding. Businesses adversely affected by the storm can also apply for funds to reimburse business losses and help with business recovery. The deadline for all applications is 31 May 2014.

Both households and businesses directly affected by flooding will be able to apply for up to £5000 from the Repair and Renew Grant. The aim of this grant is to build resilience against possible future flooding events, over and above repairs that would generally be covered by insurance. Measures that might be covered by this grant include such things as airbrick covers, demountable door and window guards, repointing external walls with waterresistant mortar and moving electrics above likely flood level.

NNDC will also run the Business Support

Scheme, designed to support all small and medium sized businesses that suffered significant losses as a result of December’s storm. This grant, which is limited to £2,500 per business, aims to cover both clean-up costs and other financial impacts, such as and loss of trade as well as the development and implementation of business recovery plans.

NNDC will be applying a council tax discount and business rates relief for up to three months for affected households and businesses. All those known to have been affected will be notified directly when their council tax/ business rates information is sent out within the next 14 days.

NNDC Leader, Tom FitzPatrick said, “It now seems a long time since the December storms and thankfully many businesses and households are well on the road to recovery. Many of those affected, however, are still in need of support and I am sure this assistance will come as very welcome news. These payments will not only help those affected to recover some of their losses, but will assist in ensuring that the next event will not be as damaging.

“We are keen to make the application process as simple and straightforward as possible. Our aim is to receive an application from every single household and business directly affected

suffered significantly and they all deserve the extra help that this package provides, to increase their resilience against flooding in the future.

“We also hope that with households and businesses taking advantage of the grants it will bring benefits for the many high quality local traders and tradespeople, builders, plumbers, electricians etc. that we have in North Norfolk.”

Details of the schemes, guidance as to who can apply and application forms will be available on the NNDC website northnorfolk.org and can be downloaded from 2 April.

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REGULAR EVENTS 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 6th May 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 Marrams Bowls Club Tales from the Bowling Green ...

.hello and welcome to the regular snippets of information from the Marrams Bowls Club as once again the outdoor bowls season approaches. Overall I must say we have had a mild winter, the North Sea surge apart of course. Now as I write the sun shines and there are blue skies, albeit with a somewhat chilly wind. Let’s hope it continues but without the wind. This weekend club members will be at Runton Road preparing the green and surrounds ready for the opening day on Saturday 19 April. On that day the usual activity will ensue. Membership fees will be paid, fixture cards and club bowls stickers will be collected and I expect to see members on the green for the first ‘Rollup’ of the year. I know we have at least one new member this year and I hope that as members have spread the word during the winter months we shall see even more. The council have passed over maintenance and cutting of the green to the club, and over the winter a new firm have been carrying out the regular work on the green for us. During the summer a rota of club members will be cutting the green. All to save on costs as in these days every penny counts!

To bring a smile to your faces our very artistic club member Jack the Painter has come up with a few words for us which I think sums up how we all feel at the club...

Sport Relief at Greshams

On Monday 24 March, pupils from Gresham’s PrePrep and Prep School (Year 3 and Year 4) took part in a sponsored event for Sport Relief 2014.

The sun came out for the occasion and everyone enjoyed competing in a series of fun relays involving balls, high step and side step, as well as running. The children not only had fun taking part in the relay events throughout the morning but also managed to raise over £1000 in sponsorship.

Come join us, enjoy, find out what’s in store Beneath the gulls that do soar The pastime of bowls in the glorious outdoor I’m talking of Cromer Marrams above the foreshore

A friendly gathering offering a welcome to all Try us out, you are likely to have a ball Enjoy a coffee or tea, you’ll likely stay longer Or perhaps, occasionally, something stronger

Why not give us a try, equipment provided Even the bowls which you may think are lopsided As a newbie you’ll be accompanied, you won’t be harried Gentle conversation and humour guaranteed to be bandied Come join us, enjoy, find out what’s in store Here at Cromer Marrams above the foreshore.

And to encourage you again this year come for free trial sessions on a Friday evening where all the above will be there for you, although if you have your own flat soled shoes all the better!

The clubhouse will be open for refreshments afterwards.

As usual this year we shall have a team in the Wednesday night Hansells County League with Captain Graham Hall. There are two Federation teams playing on Tuesday evenings. The Crabs under Captain John Andreae and the Crows under the strict control of Captain Kay Hazelwood. We also have a team in the afternoon NANSA League with Captain Roger Purser. Our League seasons on the green start early this year. Our first Federation game is on Tuesday 29 April with The Crabs v Sheringham Morley BC and the first Hansells League game is against Reepham Nomads BC on Wednesday 30th April. Full details of all forthcoming games will be listed in the next issue.

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