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Bright future for Locomotive 76084 on the North Norfolk Railway as benefactor steps in to purchase shares

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“The engine stays here and we have lots of plans for it,” said Hugh Harkett. The first of those includes a re-tube with the aim of extending its main line boiler certification from seven to ten years before embarking on a third consecutive summer season of dining trains over the Bittern Line between Sheringham and Cromer.

Mr Harkett added “The other shareholders in the Standard 4 have received the news very well and while we’re not putting a block on it to stop it going elsewhere, it will be based here. Nevertheless the loco will probably be visiting other railways and will likely be running on the main line and we will not want to stop that happening unless we have work for 76084. The North Norfolk Railway have a long term agreement with 76084, and that would have been the case anyway. The 76084 Company Ltd. will still pay for any work carried out on their engine.”

The Riddles ‘Mogul’ has been based in Norfolk since moving there for the completion of its restoration from Barry scrapyard condition in 2013; initially on an steaming agreement that repaid the loans made

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Eric Bond, publicity officer for 76084 Locomotive Company Ltd. said “We were concerned that a heritage railway line could buy half the shares and left others out in the cold… but they [the NNR] look after the shareholders really well, so it’s a win-win all round.”

The NNR continues to use the Standard 4 as one of it’s prestigious engines and will of course be delighted it is now available for the North Norfolkman Dining Trains between Holt, Sheringham and Cromer and for the forthcoming Santa Pullman Lunch trains this December.

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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 Tue nights 7.30pm-9.30pm cadet Centre, Cromer High. 01362 656919 ROYAL NAVAL ASSOCIATION LOCAL BRANCH. New members always welcome. Contact Phil Dudley 01263 514603 for further details.

CROMER BRIDGE CLUB - Play Duplicate every Monday evening. Novice players very welcome. 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 2pm. New members welcome.

Age Concern 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.

MINNI-HOUSE CLUB of North Norfolk 2nd Thur month 2pm Bodham Village Hall. Jan Boyden 01263 826970 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 Cromer Flower Club meetings held on 3rd Monday of each month at Cromer Junior School 7.20pm (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 2nd Wed of each month.

01263 515138 Ballroom, Latin Classes. Red Lion Hotel, Cromer, Wednesday afternoons 2pm - 4.30pm. £5 per person.

For information call 07526 883776 or 07538 801813 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 Joyce on 01236 512589 Take A Break Too Baby & Toddler Group meets Thurs 10 - 11.30am during term time at St Martin’s Church Hall, Mill Rd, Cromer. Joyce on 01236 512589 Overstrand Evening W.I. 3rd Wed Parish Hall 7.30 p.m.

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NORTH NORFOLK BEACH RUNNERS open to all runners. Thursdays at 6.50pm at the Cromer Lawn Tennis 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 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.

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. See North Norfolk Pride Facebook page for information on our social events 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. 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 Cromer, Suffield Park Bowls Club, Station Road – Prize Bingo twice monthly October to April on Fridays at 7.30pm – bar, raffle, all welcome. Club House available to hire – licensed bar, catering supplied if required. Tel 01263 513542 or 01263 514555 Cromer 'Head-Space' OCD, BDD, Hoarding Issues & Anxiety Disorders Support group meets every fortnightly on a Thursday at Merchants Place, Cromer. Please contact Irene on Email: cromerheadspace@gmail.com Tel: 07856 549330 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 Short Mat Bowls - Elderberries Sports and Social Club at Cromer Academy Sports Hall on Monday and Friday afternoons. Please contact Rose 01263 649390 Badminton - Elderberries Sports and Social Club Friendly but competitive badminton for the over 40s at Cromer Academy Sports Hall, Monday and Friday afternoons .Please contact Sheila 01263 761142 1st Rural Roughton Mill Scout Group Beavers (age 6-8) Mon 5.30-6.45pm. Cub Scouts (8 -10.5) Tue 7-8.30pm.

Scouts (10.5 -14) Wed 7-9pm. Explorer Scouts (14 -18) Thu 7-9.30pm. Contact Carole on 01692 407868 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 Social Club, Water Lane, West Runton Tel 01263 838866 - Open Mic Night every Tues from 8.30pm, Cash Bingo every Wed 8.30pm, General Knowledge Quiz every Sun 8.30pm, Jamming Session last Sunday of the Month. Ideal Party Venue, Free to Hire, Drinks at Club Prices 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 Short Mat Bowls in the Parish Hall every Wednesday and Thursday morning 16 September to 9 April 9.45am for a prompt start at 10am. Tuition and bowls available. Contact Dave on 01263 838126 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 on alternate Wednesdays at 6.45pm at North Walsham High School, Spenser Avenue, North Walsham. For further information please visit www.nnsc.co.uk email northnorfolkspeakersclub@gmail.com or Tel Stuart 07775 793999 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 Ruby's Prize Bingo – on the first Saturday of each month at 7.30pm at Lower Southrepps Social Club Slimming Club at Trimingham on Tuesdays at 1.45pm at Pilgrim Shelter. Tel 01263 579797 or 07799 060407 Bridge at Weybourne Village Hall. The Acol Club meets Tue 2pm. Chicago movement means no need to bring a partner. All abilities welcome. 01263 515588 / 01263 825061.

Cantamus Choir - Thursday 7.30. At St. Margarets Church, Thorpe Market. Join our friendly group, some ability to read music an advantage. New members always welcome. Further details to Katayoun 01263 833847 or katayounpd@gmail.com 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 or Chloe 01263 516892 www.crazeekidzclub.co.uk Martial Arts Judo - Tues nights - well established, friendly club Millfield Primary School, N Walsham, Hazel 01263 579345 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 Minni House Club - we are a group of like-minded individuals who love all things miniature and anything to do with dolls houses. We’re all from N Norfolk and meet second Thurs each month at Bodham Village Hall, 2pm - 4pm.

Secretary Jan Boyden, 01263 826970. New members always welcome.

Soul Church Cromer meets 1st Friday evening of every month 7.30pm – 9pm - cafe style at Huckleberries, Cromer (opposite church). Refreshments available, fun evenings with live music. Everyone welcome. We look forward to seeing you there!

Poppy Crafters meet 2nd and 4th Wednesday every month 2pm – 4pm at Upper Sheringham Village Hall – open to anyone who loves sewing and knitting. Contact Sandy 01263 710726 Monthly Mondays – Art Afternoons - Trunch Village Hall, NR28 0QE – 2-4pm – Join local artist Jan Ellmore for an afternoon of art! Variety of genres covered inc drawing and painting. Jan will provide all mediums, unless you want to bring your own. Each week Jan instructs one-on-one.

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 Cantamus Choir Cantamus Choir invite new members to sing & laugh. Rehearsals Thursday 7.15pm for 7.30pm start Thorpe Market Church. No audition required. More info 01263 833847 or katayounpd@gmail.com 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 ‘Walsham Writers' Group is a small, friendly group of local writers. Meet every second Thurs to share our writing, inspire one another and offer constructive criticism.

Open 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 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 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 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 Continued on page 8...

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The results were as follows :

Age 4-6

Winner Runners Up

Age 7-9

Winner Runners Up

Age 10-11 Winner Runners Up

Henry Archer Maisie Cox and Molly Galasky all of Suffield Park Infant School

Evie Mielsch, The Belfry School, Overstrand Ashleigh Hood and Jessica Coates both of Cromer Junior School

James Gregory, Gresham Village School Hannah Muirhead and Jessie Hawkins both of Cromer Junior School Congratulations to them all!

The winners got to switch the Christmas Lights on and received Jarrolds vouchers. Plus they and the runners up had their posters made into Christmas cards.

The winning posters, plus many others, are on display in Cromer Library. The rest are up in the windows of shops and businesses in the town. A HUGE thank you to everyone for taking part.

Christmas Greetings to you all!

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Interview Skills Workshop Success

Merchants' Place Community Resource and Learning Centre, Cromer, recently delivered a free Interview Skills Workshop presented by Julia Knight, Lead Adviser for Access to Opportunities Project, funded by the Big Lottery, and Peter Battrick from North Norfolk Speakers Club.

The workshop was well attended with very positive feedback from participants.

"Confidence in speaking- what you say and how you say it - is one of the most important skills for interviews.

On behalf of North Norfolk Speakers Club, I was pleased to be able to contribute to the workshop" said Peter.

For further information about Community Resource Learning at Merchants' Place, please visit www.merchantsplace.co.uk email info@merchantsplace.co.uk or tel. 01263 519454 North Norfolk Speakers Club meets on alternate Wednesdays, 6.45pm at North Walsham High School, www.richardwyliedecorator.co.uk Spenser Avenue, North Walsham. For further information please visit www.nnsc.co.uk. email Norfolk Trusted Trader northnorfolkspeakersclub@gmail.com or telephone 07775 793999 100% rating

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Peter Battrick from North Norfolk Speakers Club and Julia Knight, Lead Adviser for Access to Opportunities Project at Merchants' Place

REGULAR EVENTS

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Cromer Suffield Park Bowls Club Cash Bingo every Sunday eyes down at 7.30pm Parkinson UK - Aylsham & N Walsham Support Group Meet 2nd Tue each month 10.30-12.30 Sacred Heart Ch. Hall, Kings Arms St, N Walsham. Terry 01692 406486 Northrepps 'Poppyland' Royal British Legion Meets first Monday every month 7.30pm Northrepps Country Cottage Hotel. New members welcome.01263 579633 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 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 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 Beading group at Beading Fantastic in Holt - meets one Saturday a month, 1 to 4 pm. Friendly group welcomes new ladies - contact Olga 01263 514173 olgaingram@aol.com or Lisa at Beading Fantastic 01263 713570 info@beadingfantastic.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 North Norfolk Amateur Radio Group (NNARG) meet every week on Thursdays 9am-12am at 88 Central Road, Cromer. We can offer advice, workshop facilities and Amateur radio licence training up to advanced level.

Ring Bill 01263 512377 or Charlie 01263 824275 for info 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. Jack Broughton Chairman/Secretary on 01263 479507.

Overstrand Gardening Club meets first Tuesday of the month at the Parish Hall at 2.30pm. Tel 01263 512350 Cromer Social Club - Wed 11.30am-2.30pm Light exercise, bingo, lunch. 7pm onwards Line dancing. Thurs 6.30pm Bingo - Cash Prizes 7.30pm. Sat 8.30pm Live Band. Sun 8.30pm Karaoke. 01263 512542

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Roughton & District Women's Institute meet at Roughton Village Hall on second Wed each month 7.30pm. Further info Maureen Wells 01263 768106 The Fellowship Choir meet Mon at St.Andrews Church 10am-11.30am. Friendly choir with varied programme.

New members welcome. 01263 761482 or 01263 514048 Jazz At The Goat Norfolk Dixieland Jazz Band at The Goat Inn, Skeyton on the first Sunday of every month at 1.30 pm. Free. To book table for lunch Tel 01692 538600 1st Suffield Park Guides - Wed eve term time for girls aged 10-15years Register your interest at: www.girlguiding.org.uk/get_involved/volunteer/ register_your_interest.aspx Free taster sessions available Sing for Joy! Community singing group open to all.

Meets Thursday mornings 10am -11.30am at Community Centre, Garden St. Contact Teresa Verney www.teresaverney.com or just turn up!

Mundesley Table Tennis Club Coronation Hall most Thur from 7pm. All players from age 8 and of any standard of play are welcome. Tel 01263 722930 or 07828 175493 North Norfolk Amateur Radio Group (NNARG) meet every week on Thursdays 9am-12am at 88 Central Road, Cromer. We can offer advice, workshop facilities and Amateur radio licence training up to advanced level. Ring Bill 01263 512377 or Charlie 01263 824275 for info Tai Chi for Arthritis at Cromer Community Hall in Garden Street, Wednesday afternoons 2pm. For more details please contact Cath Brooker 01263 823007 North Norfolk Chess Club every Friday 7.30pm Morley club Sheringham. Looking for new players of all abilities and especially welcome new players and kids. We have both adult and junior teams that play in the Norfolk chess leagues. Anyone is welcome to pop in for a game. Tel Alex 01263 822087 http://www.northnorfolkchessclub.org.uk Gresham Village Hall Table Top Sales on 1st Saturday every month from 3 October 2015 until 2 April 2016 - set up at 8.30am, doors open 9am, tables £5. All proceedings to Hall funds – the hall is next to Gresham Church on East Beckham Lane NR11 8RT. Bookings and enquiries please call Mr D Logan on 01263 577691 Walking Football at Erpingham Multi-Use Games Area (NR11 7QD) every Wednesday at 10am £2 per session and evening Walking Football sessions 7.30pm - 8.30pm £2.50 per session every Tuesday under floodlights when necessary. All sessions are led by a qualified instructor, with warm-up and warm-down at either end to help prevent injuries. Just turn up and play (trainers please, no studs), or phone Bill on 07979 633000 for more info West Runton Bowls Club Friendly roll ups with refreshments. 1.45 pm Mon – Wed – Sat. Some equipment available. Flat soled shoes must be worn. All welcome.

Cromer Society Poetry Group meets first Wed each month at 2pm. Contact Arthur Windridge 01263 515138.

New members welcome. Info on other Society activities contact General Secretary Mrs S Evans 01263 514314 cromersoc.webplus.net’ Dilham Jazz Workshop meets 8pm to 10pm on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays each month at Dilham Village Hall. If you play an instrument or are looking to expand your playing ability by 'keeping your hand in' the workshop would be pleased to see you. 07703 697397 or turn up on the night Alcoholics Anonymous meet every Tuesday and Friday at 7pm for 7.15pm at Cromer Methodist Church Hall, Hall Road, Cromer NR27 9DT. Anyone who wants to stop drinking is welcome. AA Helpline is 01603 621168’ North Norfolk Parrot Owners Group - if you own, or are owned by, parrots and want to meet like-minded people to discuss all things Parrot, email Parrot_Karen@yahoo.com Mundesley and District SSAFAgettes meet 3rd Wednesday every month 1.45pm for 2pm to plan social activities

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and fundraising for SSAFA. Coronation Hall, 26 Cromer Rd., NR11 8BE. Come join us, meet new friends and help those that serve. 01692 400877 lambert.ja@icloud.com Mini Trampoline Fitness Classes - low- impact exercise for all ages and abilities. Work at your own level - everyone welcome! £4 per session. Erpingham Village Hall, Thursdays 7.15 -8pm. More details Amy 07813 320484 Ballroom Dancing at Tithe Barn, Horstead very Thursday evening between 8pm and 10pm –ballroom, Latin and rock and roll dancing by the Wellington Dance Group to music from CDs. The club is very social and tea and coffee and biscuits are served at half time! There is room for about 10 couples and at the moment we have space for a further three couples. If you are interested please contact Marion on 01263 837512 or the leaders of the Club Mr & Mrs Cox on 01603 737907 ME/CFS Support Group meets at 2.30pm on the first Saturday of each month at St Peter's Church Hall, The Boulevard, Sheringham, NR26 8QS for friendship, info and understanding. Further details from Joe or Kath on 01263 740044, or just come along.

Sheringham Anxiety and Depression Club. Meet at Lighthouse Church 62 Cromer Road Sheringham NR26 8RT. 1st and 3rd Tue each month 7-9pm. Luke 07964 542602 1st Suffield Park Guides, who meet in Cromer - meet every Wednesday during term time and they are more than happy to welcome any new members, girls aged 1014. Free taster sessions can be arranged for anyone who may be interested. Register your interest at www.girlguiding.org.uk/information-for-parents/register-your-daughter/ Cromer in Bloom meet most Tuesday mornings at 10am.

If you would like to help alongside a friendly group of volunteers, please ring Jim Bond 01263 514515 Cancer Support North Norfolk - Free Drop-in Centre on 1st Wednesday every month 2pm - 4pm at St Peters Church Hall, The Boulevard, Sheringham NR26 8QS. All welcome. Come and join us for a cup of tea and a chat, obtain information about the support that Macmillan offers etc. For more details telephone 07908 061781 Overstrand Evening WI - meetings held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7:30pm at The Parish Hall, The Londs, Overstrand Weekly Cash Bingo every Tues at 1st Cromer Sea Scout Headquarters, Overstrand Road, Cromer, NR27 OJH doors open at 7.30pm, eyes down at 8pm. Light refreshments available. Further details Hilary 01263 513820 Cash Bingo at Cromer Football Club (opposite Hospital) every Tuesday re-starting on Tuesday 5 September doors open 6.30pm, eyes down 7.30pm. Tea/coffee/drinks available from the Bar. All welcome ‘Sheringham Stroke Support Group meet at Anchor Close Community Room in Sheringham from Wednesday 6 September then fortnightly at 2.15pm. Secretary Bernice Escott, Telephone 07553 642413 or escottbea@gmail.com’ Norfolk Broads Concert Band always welcomes new brass, woodwind or percussion players. We rehearse Thursday evenings (7.15pm) at Repps with Bastwick. For details email andyp@norfolkbroadsconcertband.co.uk North Norfolk Coalition against the Cuts and Trade Council are a campaigning group opposed to the policies of austerity and privatisation in the NHS, mental and physical health, social care, education etc. Meet 1st Wed every month at Sheringham Community Centre, Holway Road, Sheringham at 7.30pm. Tel 01263 823093 Walking Netball - everyone welcome at Erpingham MultiUse Games Area (NR11 7QD), Fridays 10.30am. More info from Ros Fretwell 01263 768262 - or just turn up and play.

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Retired? New to the area?

You don’t need to be a recent arrival for this to be of interest, but you do have to be retired or near to it.

Cromer & Sheringham Probus Club is a great environment for retired men to make and meet friends over a good lunch. We also have a guest speaker at most meetings, with talks on a wide range of topics, often with a local flavour.

All in all, the Club is an excellent way of getting to know what goes on in the area. The speakers are part of it, but our members are also involved in a wide range of other local clubs and activities, so connections can be established. An added bonus is that you do not have to do anything other than come along to enjoy the meetings and, if you cannot attend every month, it does not matter.

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The regular meetings take place at The Links Country Park Hotel in West Runton on the first Tuesday of the month, except in January when we meet on the second Tuesday to avoid New Year.

Gentlemen are very welcome to get in touch and book to attend a regular meeting as a visitor; however we are holding a coffee morning, open to all, when booking is not required. It will take place on Tuesday 23 January from 10.30am at the Hole-in-One Sports Bar, at The Links Hotel.

The coffee morning has been arranged for the purpose of welcoming new people to come along to get to know us and what the club provides. ‘Other halves’ of both members and visitors are very welcome at this event.

More details of the coffee morning and the Club generally can be obtained at www.candsprobus.club or by contacting Dave Vickery on 01263 824306.

Diabetes UK North Norfolk Group Diabetes UK North Norfolk Group will not be holding meetings in January, February and December during 2018. The first meeting of 2018 will be held on 22 March 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

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WHAT’S ON WHERE

‘Let's Light Up Christmas’ presented

by Cromer Christmas Lights Volunteers with The Cliftonville Singers at Cromer Community Hall 7pm Saturday 16 December - start your Christmas with a feast of songs to listen to or join in with. £5 at the door including refreshments. Proceeds for Cromer Christmas Lights and Choir Funds Mundesley Village Cinema Miss Pettigrew Lives For A Day (PG) 92min Drama/Comedy at Coronation Hall, 26 Cromer Rd., Mundesley, Tuesday 9 January at 7.30pm - it's 1939 and middle aged governess Guinevere Pettigrew finds herself unfairly dismissed and on the bread line. An attempt to gain new employment catapults her into the glamorous world and dizzying social

whirl of an American actress and singer, Delysia Lafosse and into a whole new life. A heartwarming Art Deco treat! Tickets on door Adults £5. Refreshments Available / Doors open 30mins before screening. Find out more at www.mundesley.org/film

Cromer & Sheringham Probus Club coffee morning on Tuesday 23 January for non-members to come along and find out informally, about the Club. From 10.30am at the Hole-in-One Sports Bar, W Runton.

No need to book but for more details visit www.candsprobus.club or call Dave on 01263 824306

Keeping Abreast Group, Cromer Coffee & Chat Drop-in Session on Wednesday 3 January 2018 10am 11.30am at Merchants Place, 16

Church Street, Cromer, NR27 9GW 01263 519454 - drop in for coffee and a chat and to find out more about Breast Reconstruction following breast cancer. Volunteers who have had reconstruction will be on hand to offer support, provide information and chat about breast reconstruction in an informal and relaxed atmosphere.

For more information please see our website www.keepingabreast.org.uk

Sheringham & Cromer Choral Society invite all singers, experienced or not, to an Open Rehearsal on 15 January at Sheringham High School from 7pm to 8.45pm. New for this term ‘Eternal Light’ by Howard Goodall (writer of theme music for BBC TV’s ‘The Vicar of Dibley’). No auditions for this Society. Ability to

Medieval Christmas trails at Holt Country Park Trail, quiz, decorations and presents

Holt Country Park will be the venue for a series of Medieval Christmas trails for children on the last weekend of the school term.

The trails, organised by the countryside team at North Norfolk District Council, will feature a trail through the woods, a wildlife quiz, entry into Father Christmas’ medieval dwelling, Christmas decoration making and a traditional present.

The Lane School of Dance DANCE YOUR WAY TO FITNESS NEW BEGINNER'S DANCE CLASS

BALLROOM & LATIN DANCING Starts Tuesday 23rd January 2018 6.00 pm - 7.00 pm Sheringham Community Centre, Holway Road, Sheringham, NR26 8NP

Call: Yvonne on 01263 824145 N.A.T.D/I.D.T.A. qualified Beneficial exercise for brain & body

The event costs £5 per child. Trails will be held at 10am and 12.45pm on both 16 and 17 December. Anyone wishing to bring a car will also need to pay £1 for a car parking ticket – numbers of cars at the country park are limited and the car parking tickets will be sold in advance on a first come, first served basis.

For more information and to book, go to www.north-norfolk.go.uk/book.

read music not essential. 01263 711087, info@sheringhamandcromerchoral.co.uk or come along on the night. You will be warmly welcomed

Mundesley Volunteer Inshore Lifeboat Service annual Boxing Day Dip at 11am from the Boat House, Beach Road, Mundesley.

Refreshments will be served from 10.30 am. Come along and enjoy the fun in fancy dress if you like, there is a prize for the best adult and one for the best child. Mundesley Volunteer Inshore Lifeboat Service is a completely independent lifeboat service.

Overstrand Boxing Day Swim at 10.15am – bucket collections, mulled cider - donations to Overstrand Millenium Playground

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Wednesday 3 January – 2pm Cromer Society Poetry Group this month’s selection of Poems is on Winter. Further details from Arthur Windridge 01263 515138

Wednesday 10 January 10.30am Extended Lecture Course Byzantine Art by Margaret Forrester I. Introduction from the Roman Empire to the New Christian Empire at The Cottage, Louden Road Cromer. Further details Chris Branford 01263 510120

Wednesday 10 January 7pm Recorded Music Evening Angela Beith presents A Personal Potpouri at Suffield Park Bowls Club, Station Road, Cromer. Further details William Bestelink 01263 514045

Wednesday 17 January 10.30am Extended Lecture Course Byzantine Art by Margaret Forrester 2. Mosaics from floor to wall at The Cottage, Louden Road, Cromer. Further details Chris Branford 01263 510120

There is no Maddermarket Theatre outing in January 2018. For Relatively Speaking by Alan Ayckbourn on 24 February please book by 3 January. Further details June Rattle 01263 510003 WŚŽƚŽ ďLJ ZŽďĞƌƚ ,ƵďďĂƌĚ

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Sheringham and Cromer Choral Society invite all singers, experienced or limited to the shower, to come to an Open Rehearsal to see what being a member of the Society is like.

This will take place on Monday 15 January at Sheringham High School from 7pm - 8.45pm.

We will be starting work on our new work for this term, ‘Eternal Light’ by Howard Goodall, writer of the theme music for BBC TV’s The Vicar of Dibley and producer of many music documentaries.

There are no auditions for this Society. An ability to read music is an advantage, but not essential. Please contact 01263 711087, email info@sheringhamandcromerchoral.co.uk or just come along on the night. You will be warmly welcomed.

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Merchants’ Place in Cromer is looking to gather information about social events running on Christmas Day 2017 to help prevent loneliness in North Norfolk.

You can contact the Centre on 01263 519454 or email info@merchantsplace.co.uk.

Alternatively, you can drop in and speak to a member of staff. Thank you in advance.

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He knew he'd be a great donkey as he had a cheeky grin And Mum and Dad in the audience would be so proud of him, He believed he'd make a good 'Joseph', walking by 'Mary's' side He could smile and beam in every scene and exude a wondrous smile.

The part he got he did not want, the 'innkeeper' was he All dressed up, one word to say, he felt it, oh, so twee, The single word was two letters long, his prowess he could not show He stood there in the doorway and all he said was â&#x20AC;&#x153;Noâ&#x20AC;?.

Rehearsals were, as always, endless, the teachers would sometimes shout, And Louise, who was 'Mary' was very soon booted out, Over and over they did their parts, his patience wearing thin Remembering always to say just â&#x20AC;&#x153;Noâ&#x20AC;?, 'cos there was no room in the inn.

Then came that day in December when parents settled down to see The Lower School perform that year's production of 'Nativity', Everything was going fine until the innkeeper, young Tom, Said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Yes, of course you can, come in sit down, I'll put the kettle onâ&#x20AC;?.

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Winter Garden Makeovers

By Matt Carlton of Norfolk Landscape Gardeners

“It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, Everywhere you go”

Except in my garden, which is looking particularly unglamorous at the moment, as a result of a chronic lack of time.

It’s a bit of a problem isn’t it, trying to think about making a garden special during the winter months? It is tempting to spend our time contemplating the “warmer” weather to come, to close the curtains and light a fire and let the garden go to the dogs.

The reality is though, that this is a brilliant time to treat yourself to a garden makeover.

Now that the weather has turned colder, the weeds have died back, and the leaves have dropped, we can really see the structure of our gardens and have a good long think about the space we would like to enjoy in the coming summer.

Now is the best time to think about structural changes to your garden. Creating new spaces like patio areas, outdoor dining spaces, open areas, pergolas, garden buildings, new lawns, flower beds. This is the ideal time to put those

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things in place, so that when the spring comes, new plants can be put in and by the time we arrive at the idyllic and maybe mythical “long hot days of summer”, you can put your feet up and enjoy your garden. I often ask you to step into your garden for a moments contemplation on a particular subject. This time, I would like you to wrap a scarf around your neck, pull on your warmest socks and step out into your garden and imagine the summer. Imagine the warmth of the sun on your face, the smell of the flowers, the sound of birdsong in every corner, the hum of bees amongst the flowers.

Consider the crackle of a barbeque, the chink of an ice cube in a glass and above all, the sound of your own contentment as you relax in your own private Idaho, shutting out the world and all its troubles and simply being where you are.

A beautiful thought, I think you’ll agree. But we need to make that happen. That patio replacement you need to set off the hot tub you promised yourself has to be designed and built, the new flower borders to replace the overgrown ones need to be put in and arranged and the new driveway that you have always promised yourself to make the

front of your property really stand out needs to be planned and built.

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The Rotary Club of Holt and District, in conjunction with Broadland Rotary Club, will again host the North Norfolk Heat of the ‘Rotary Young Musician Competition 2018’ at 2.30pm on Sunday 28 January 2018 and the District Final Sunday 25 February 2018 when supporters and the public are welcome.

We are fortunate that the venue will again be at Gresham's School, Holt, by kind permission of the Headmaster, Douglas Robb and the Director of Music, John Bowley.

This year they have generously offered Rotary the opportunity to hold the competition in the new Britten Building (named after the Old Greshamian, Benjamin Britten). This building development was recently completed at a cost of £6.5m and formally opened by HRH The Princess Royal.

It provides six classrooms and Gresham’s Britten Building © Photograph, 10 music teaching/ Gresham’s School rehearsal rooms, some with Steinway pianos and a commercial standard recording studio. The jewel in the crown is the 140 seat Fishmongers' Recital Hall with state of the art acoustics, complete with a Steinway Concert Grand Piano, which is available for competitors.

Gresham's have generously made the whole of the Britten Building, which includes a cafe and social spaces, available to Rotary for the Young Musician Competition.

It is an outstanding opportunity for young aspiring musicians to enjoy the experience of playing in the most modern of recital halls, with facilities far exceeding almost any other school in the country, an opportunity that should not be missed.

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A Special Child

Church bells ring out in the cold, frosty air, Like a jubilant, festive revue.

Christmas is just round the corner, With so many things still to do.

It’s easy to forget the real reason We give thanks, many places on Earth, For this wonderful, magical time of the year, We rejoice in a special Child’s birth.

Many children are no longer taught, About He who saved all of Mankind.

They have presents and parties at Christmas, That’s all that they have on their minds!

Many complain Christmas items Are on sale much too early each year.

They talk of ‘commercialisation’, But we all need some time to prepare.

Most families start shopping early, To make sure Christmas is a success.

If they leave it too long, the best will have gone, And their children will not be impressed!

We’ll enjoy all the anticipation, Preparing for this Christmas tide.

When families and friends come together, To give thanks and praise this special Child.

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Theatre expansion project ready to take centre stage A popular pint-sized seaside theatre is set to press ahead with its plan to get a little bit bigger.

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Sheringham Little Theatre aims to add a multipurpose room on a flat roof to give more space for rehearsals, meetings, overspill from its Hub café bar, and for community hire.

Sheringham Little Theatre including the flat roof area on the right which is The Little Bit Bigger earmarked for an extension in its Little project stalled this year due Bit Bigger project. to planning issues, which Photo: Richard Batson have now been overcome and permission granted. In 2018 the venue aims to top up funding including from grants and make a start on building.

Chairman Richard Ellis told the annual meeting “Forty per cent of the funding is in the bag, from tax rebates and a community contribution from a housing development in the town. We are fine-tuning the costs and will be seeking grants for the balance, with the aim of making a start in 2018,”he added.

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Other highlights from the past year included: • The theatre returning a small profit – around £3000 – having reduced its reliance on council funding, but for which it was still grateful to plug a funding gap.

• Successful summer drama and panto seasons, and better attendances for cinema and satellite screenings.

• A trustees “away day” which prioritised: drawing up a fundraising strategy; increasing theatre comfort including seating; improving the website and ticketing system; and planning for the diamond anniversary of its summer drama season in 2020.

Mr Ellis praised the efforts of the theatre staff and army of volunteers without whom it could not survive. He was re-elected chairman, and Lord Walpole as president for a 44th consecutive year.

Theatre director Debbie Thompson reported a busy year including a community production of Oliver in tribute to theatre stalwart Mike Thame which “showed Sheringham Little Theatre at its best” with all generations working together.

New ventures – some resulting from public feedback at last years’ annual meeting – included special Halloween events, children’s shows and amateur dramatics.

Plans were progressing for 2018’s summer season and panto, while a youth production of Bugsy Malone would harness a new wave of younger children, she added.

Find out more about the theatre programme, and how to get involved, at www.sheringhhamlittletheatre.com

Carer Rights Day at the Day Services Hub

Some of our older regular visitors and younger people from local schools shared time Age Concern North Norfolk’s Day Services Hub, where a member of the Carer Matters team, Mary Russell led a chat on both old and young carers.

As carers arrived, they were offered contact and information on services provided by ‘Carers Matter’.

In North Norfolk, many carers remain hidden and not accessing support available. ‘Carer Matters’ aim to widen the distribution of information on support available to ensure more carers can take full advantage of all the help and assistance that can is on offer.

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Award-winning Nurse Practitioner set to tread the boards with two other all in all it's great fun and a thrill to do with family members at Sheringham Little Theatre

Award-winning Nurse Practitioner Mrs Carol Manson, from the Mundesley Medical Centre, is set to make Stage Direct's latest production a family affair by joining her husband Nigel and his son Jamie on stage at Sheringham Little Theatre.

Stage Direct are in the throes of rehearsals for Alan Ayckbourn's set of five short plays Confusions, which is full of the twists and dark amusing turns that Ayckbourn is famous for. Mrs Manson won an East of England award in October for her outstanding contribution to Primary Care in 2017 and was successful in being a cut above some 500 other surgeries. She joined Stage Direct about 9 years ago, but this year is delighted to star alongside other family members. The two plays that the family will perform in together are Between Mouthfuls and A Talk in the Park,

performed with other cast members.

dedication."

Mr Manson said "I am not only very proud of Carol's professional achievements, but it's also a privilege to be able to work alongside a very talented actress on stage too.

All the cast in this production work tirelessly on being the best they can be. We all have to work during the day doing what we do but somehow they all turn out week after week in the dark at this time of year to go through the rehearsals which takes a lot of

Carol Manson "I don't know what all the fuss is about. I am very pleased to be recognised for what I do, but it is what I do. I love performing on stage but doing it with your hubby can be interesting, albeit a trifle testing at times. But

very special people."

Another cast member involved has swapped roles from writer/ producer this time. Ashley Burgoyne has effortlessly drifted into acting roles in two of the plays and is rising to the challenge, albeit a very wordy one!

The production consists of five short plays Mother Figure, Drinking Companion, Between Mouthfuls, Gosforth's Fete and A Talk in the Park. Each play deals with the eccentricities of humanity: dilemma, loneliness, fraught dining experiences, a fete that ends disastrously and finishes with five odd characters on park benches. Dark and yet deliciously humorous this will be a treat for the senses!

Under the very capable directing talents of Derek Bull, the five plays in Confusions will be performed at the Little Theatre on 19 & 20 January at 7.30pm. Tickets are available from the Little Theatre Box Office on 01263 822347 or online from their website at www.sheinghamlittletheatre.com

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About with Friends Gardening Service has benefited from a generous donation from Anglia Mowers. Some of their gardening equipment needed to be replaced urgently and Calvin Pigott, Partner at Anglia Mowers, Sheringham, kindly came to our rescue donating a Honda Versatool Power Unit, long reach hedge trimmer attachment, line trimmer and Honda hedge trimmer.

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About with Friends Chief Executive Helen Dalton-Hare said “We are so pleased that Anglia Mowers has donated this much needed equipment which is greatly appreciated and will enable our gardeners to continue their work in the community”

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Scrap in Stamp Duty Land Tax for First Time Buyers

The Government have announced in the Autumn Budget, plans to cut Stamp Duty Land Tax for first-time buyers in the hope of easing the current housing crisis. Chancellor Philip Hammond declared the plans in an effort to help first-time buyers struggling to get on the property ladder.

The change has been introduced as new data shows that Stamp Duty Land Tax alone blocks 45,000 house purchases each year. It has been welcomed by many as there are concerns that the property market is at risk of coming to a standstill, and with the increase to interest rates, this is seen as a beneficial change to the home buying process.

What is Stamp Duty Land Tax? Stamp Duty Land Tax is a tax paid on the purchase of both residential and commercial properties, if over a certain value, in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

You pay the tax when you: • Buy a freehold property • Buy a leasehold property • Buy a property through a shared ownership scheme • Are transferred land or property in exchange for payment, e.g. you take on a mortgage or buy a share in a house

What are the changes?

• Stamp duty to be abolished immediately for first-time buyers purchasing properties worth up to £300,000 • In London and other expensive areas, the first £300,000 of the cost of a £500,000 purchase by first-time buyers will be exempt from stamp duty

As per the HMRC's guidelines, in order to count as a first-time buyer, you must not, either alone or with others, have previously acquired a major interest in a residential dwelling or an equivalent interest in land situated anywhere in the world. This includes previous

acquisitions by inheritance or gift, or by a financial institution. If the property is purchased jointly, all the purchasers must meet these conditions.

Will this measure help the housing Rosemary Farman crisis?

Whilst the temporary relief period that ran from March 2010 - March 2012 shows the cut in Stamp Duty Land Tax can be successful in enticing first-time buyers, it is not the only factor affecting them today.

First-time buyers still face the struggle of saving for the deposit needed as part of the purchase, mainly due to the ratio of property prices to incomes doubling over the last 30 years. As such, many receive a gift from parents or grandparents to aid towards the deposit and therefore allowing them to purchase their first home.

Many also now face the effect of the rise in interest rates, which are the highest they have been in five years. This will have a direct impact on mortgage rates, meaning monthly repayments are likely to be higher, and this is just another thing for potential home owners to consider when deciding whether to buy their first home.

Alongside the current changes impacting the country it remains to be seen if this will have the desired effect on the market, however any help for first-time buyers in this economy is certainly welcomed!

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“It Brings Us All Together”: Participatory Dance Workshops Improve Wellbeing For Older People In Norfolk New creative activities to support the health of vulnerable older people in parts of Norfolk is paying dividends as research shows a marked increase in personal wellbeing as a result of taking part.

Since October, the ‘Our Day Out’ project for residents of Breckland and North Norfolk, delivered by arts and community development charity Creative Arts East,,has been working with Rambert, recognised world leaders in contemporary dance, to provide dance workshops for older people, particularly those living with dementia, and the sessions have been a huge success.

Funded by the Spirit of 2012 Trust, alongside contributions from Norfolk County, Breckland and North Norfolk Councils, 'Our Day Out' is a fantastic programme, engaging vulnerable older people through high quality participatory arts sessions, delivered by professional artists.

The latest sessions, taking place twice a month in Attleborough, Dereham, Watton, Thetford, Wells-next-the-sea and North Walsham, are a special collaboration with international dance company Rambert, where participants enjoy gentle music and movement workshops in a safe, inclusive and dementia-friendly environment.

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Measuring the programme’s impact through a nationally-recognised wellbeing scale, Creative Arts East found that after participating in ‘Our Day Out’ 95% of people created new social connections, 93% shared positive experiences, 80% have engaged with the arts and 78% felt better about themselves. Overall 70% had shown an increase in their wellbeing as a result.

One participant said “Sometimes I forget my words when I talk to people, but when I am here I don’t have to worry about that because everyone here is understanding – it’s a safe place to be.”

As well as the bi-monthly participatory sessions, participants have seen one of Rambert’s most acclaimed works, Ghost Dances, at Norwich Theatre Royal, and on 13th December were taken to London for an exclusive tour of Rambert’s headquarters where they had behind-the-scenes access to the award-winning building, including the costume department, rehearsal studios and archive rooms.

Sarah, one of the workshop facilitators said “The ‘Our Day Out’ sessions are an opportunity for people to come together, move together, to socialise in a safe environment. The most important thing for me as a leader is that we feel safe enough to

be as we are and accept everyone as they are. I think that the theme of Rambert’s Ghost Dances has offered a lot of scope for people to connect on some level, whether it’s enjoying the music, the types of movement or enjoying the exploration of some of those wider themes as well.”

Creative Arts East is delivering ‘Our Day Out’ until 2019. From January to March 2018 the groups will be taking part in singing sessions with Norfolk-based singing duo Mary and Kim. They will be encouraging participants to lend their voice to familiar songs from yesteryear, experience new styles, and even try their hand at song-writing.

These sessions will culminate in a special ‘Big Sing’ concert, bringing all the groups together at Dereham Memorial Hall on 29 March.

‘Our Day Out’ welcomes all older people, no previous experience necessary, and Creative Arts East is keen to welcome new participants, particularly when the new sessions begin in January. If you, or someone you know would like to find out more about joining or volunteering for the project, then please get in touch with Lea Schiller at Creative Arts East on 01953 713390 or email lea@creativeartseast.co.uk for more information.

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Everyone Welcome Come and try the game Coaching for Beginners Normal opening hours 9am – 9pm Cromer Times 532 December 16th 2017

CROMER FLOWER CLUB

We welcomed demonstrator Jo Poulten to our November meeting - her subject

was ‘Picture This’. We all enjoyed her lively manner as she interpreted great works of art with flowers. First was Birth of Venus, using muted colours of pink antirrhinums, alchemillas and agapanthus representing the sea and finished with bazaar chrysanthemums . Next was the Piata, all in white, we especially liked the bouvardia, as well as the roses and canna lilies all in a lovely over-arm bouquet.

Then she made a colourful and beautiful Dutch Master with lathyrus.

Antirrhinums, astilbe, salvias, candy avalanche roses, carnations and cabbage roses. The great wave of Kanagawa was featured next, bamboo and phormium leaves making the wave and then decorated with chrysanthemums and sea holly.

Obviously, we had to have the Sunflowers and this was prettily arranged with conifers, large ivy leaves and choisya around the base. Lastly we had Gauguin’s Tahitian Women on the Beach with cordylines, antirrhinums all under a very clever palm leaf sunshade.The vote of thanks was given by Anne Daniels. We all wish Jo good luck with her miniature schnauzer puppies, Margot and Monty - we all know she won’t be able to resist having two!

The competition winner was Shirley Longlands with a varied foliage arrangement in a glass vase. Members Christmas wrapped 40 boxes of chocolates as gifts for Halsey House residents

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Santaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fundraising Finale

Santa Paws made time in his hectic schedule to deliver presents to the dogs Christmas Party hosted by Animal Magic Dog Club. The club has been busy fundraising all year, supporting local good causes and the chosen beneficiary for the party was DogLost, Norfolk & Suffolk Branch. This volunteer led organisation does an incredible job of assisting in the search and return of dogs reported lost or stolen in our region. If the worst happens and you lose your beloved pet, they are the first people to turn to for help.

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missing dog which will assist in their capture.

The club will also be arranging for their final food delivery of the year to Norfolk Strays who we have been supporting throughout 2017. Another amazing local organisation that saves stray dogs who remain unclaimed from being put to sleep.

Thank you to all members who have supported our fundraising efforts throughout the year, we wish you and your dog a very Happy Christmas and look forward to seeing you all at the start of our new training term in January.

Animal Magic Dog Club based near North Walsham is a fun, family orientated club offering a wide range of training for puppies, junior and adult dogs.

For more information on classes available, please visit our web site www.animal-magix.co.uk

Cromer Times 532 December 16th 2017

North Walsham and District Branch of Cats Protection

As we approach the end of 2017 it is time to reflect on what we have been doing to help cats and kittens in the very large area that we cover.

At the time of writing, we have had 192 cats in care, their ages ranging from newborn to 12 years old. Over 160 of these are now in new homes with a further three also reserved. Some of these have been long term residents in the cat pens and, although we were delighted to see them go, we have missed them.

Cats like Harvey, our lovely FIV positive lad who needed an indoor home and Beth, a very timid cat who is now settled with Justyna, one of our volunteers, who is happy to allow her to take time to settle in her own time and on her own terms. Keifer and Kia, two lovely black cats that came in from a colony, will also have left for their new home together with lovely people who have had timid cats before and appreciate it will be several weeks before they accept their new lifestyle. It can take weeks [or even months]for this to happen but is especially rewarding when it does.

Several cats have needed treatment at the vets, mainly for dentals, although this year there have been several with eye problems, two of which have needed surgery for ingrown lashes. Nutsey, one of these, is also having treatment to resolve a allergy problem and cannot be put up for adoption until this is resolved. Theo, an active young kitten, came into care with a nasty fracture and needed weeks of cage rest with Bren, one of our volunteers.

On two occasions this year we have answered cries for help from people with too many cats. The circumstances have been different but in both instances we have been able to help. In the first instance 12 kittens came into care and we paid for the adults to be neutered. The second is ongoing with 13 already with us and 2 more to come in. In this case the owner is in hospital and the landlord had to get her consent before we could help. All are friendly cats, unusual in these situations.

As well as our special Neutering Campaign, Cats’ Protection policy is now to pay for neutering of all kittens that leave before they are old enough for the operation.

It’s another good reason to give a home to one of our cats or kittens. Our Adoption Fee is very reasonable and is the same for all, irrespective of age or colour, and they will have been to the vets, treated for fleas and worms, vaccinated and chipped.

Jams, Chutneys and Pickles 7 West Street, Cromer. tel: 01263 519 039 Open Monday to Saturday from 8 am to 5 pm

Finally, we would like to thank everyone who helps or supports us and wish them a Happy Christmas and a Healthy and Prosperous New Year.

If you are interested in receiving help to neuter your cat/kitten, please ring 07880 256948 it (to see if you are eligible for a voucher). This number is for vouchers only and will not be able to help with any other enquiries. The number also applies for those wishing to take advantage of our special neutering campaign.

If you are looking for a cat or kitten (or have any other queries) please give Stephanie a call on 01692 535858. Alternatively, you can visit www.northwalsham.cats.org.uk/ for a description and photographs of the cats before giving us a call on the above number to find out where any particular cat is being fostered.

We are now on Facebook. You can find us under Cats Protection North Walsham.

Hedgehog Haven

Just when I thought there would be no more hedgehogs coming in this year, along came Kath on 3 December. At less than 300grms she would not have survived the winter months outside.

Overwintering can be very rewarding but should not be undertaken lightly. Here are a few tips about what is needed: • • • •

a constant temperature of approximately 18oC day and night a quiet environment a suitable hutch or cage someone you can contact – either a vet or a carer in case the hedgehog needs medication • keep a chart and weigh regularly • and finally remember you are dealing with a wild animal - they are messy and will need cleaning out at least once a day, preferably twice.

On behalf of myself and the 35 hedgehogs in care, I wish you all a Happy Christmas.

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Sports activities for Christmas school holidays

Activities at all three North Norfolk District Council sports centres A range of all-day sports activity days will be held at Cromer, North Walsham and Stalham sports centres in the last few days before Christmas.

Cromer Sports Centre will host a dodgeball fun day, a multisports day and a football fun day.

There will be a junior activity day, a football fun day and an activity day at North Walsham Sports Centre.

And there will be ball games and an activity day at Stalham Sports Centre.

The activities will be held between 20 and 22 December and all run from 9.30am to 3pm, although wrap around care will be available with early drop off and late pick up for most of the days if parents and carers wish.

All days are priced at £10, not including the wrap around care.

For more info and to book go to www.north-norfolk.go.uk/book.

Boxing Day Walk

JOB VACANCY

We are looking for an additional person to join our expanding company.

Job Description & Terms

To install Window Blinds & Curtains.

This job is Full Time of at least 37.5 hours per week.

Good practical skills required. Driving licence is essential.

Possible use of company vehicle. Good rate of pay for suitable person.

Full Enhanced DBS check will be needed, as some of the work is in school settings.

You can apply by sending your CV to us by Email - sales@sunlinecurtainsandblinds.co.uk or post to Sunline Curtains and Blinds Ltd, 31 Church Street, Sheringham NR26 8QS Phone 01263 825274 for more information

By kind permission of the landowners, St Margaret’s Church Thorpe Market will be organising a guided Boxing Day walk through Gunton Park, one of the most beautiful parks in Norfolk - an opportunity to work off some of those Christmas calories and enjoy this Humphrey Repton inspired corner of North Norfolk.

The route will include a visit to the Robert Adam church, views of the restored hall, lakes and deer park and hopefully entry to the restored sawmill.

The walk will start from Thorpe Market Church car park at 10am. It will follow a planned route around the park, finally reaching the Gunton Arms and walking back to the top of Church Road through the woodland belt parallel to the A149. It will last approximately 90 minutes on level ground, some areas may be soft and unsuitable for wheels.

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There will be hot drinks at the church on return.

Dogs are allowed but must be on leads at all times.

There will be a £3 per adult or dog charge, children free. The proceeds will go to Crisis at Christmas charity with a donation to the Sawmill if they are able to open it for us.

1 Cornish Way Business Park North Walsham Norfolk NR28 0FE

As we are entering private property we have to keep a list of all participants, you must please pre-register if you are intending to join us. You can do this by calling John on 01263 834992 or emailing info@thorpemarket.org.uk before 23 December.

Fit Together Walks

If you are new to Fit Together, please arrive 20 mins early. For more information contact Melanie Brown on 07766 259999.

Thursday 4 January – 10:30am - Cromer Happy Valley Walk – Grade 2 – Approx. 2 miles – A concrete, grass, dirt and woodland walk with moderate gradients. Meet at the top of the West Prom Slope (childrens’ fun fair end) in Cromer near Morrisons Garage, Prince of Wales Rd, Cromer, NR27 9HS. Find own parking.

Thursday 4 January– 1:30pm - Cromer Pier Bookable Walk - Grade 1 and Introductory – Any distance to 1 mile – A gentle walk along the promenade with lift access to the prom. Meet outside Merchants Place, 16 Church Street, Cromer, NR27 9GW. Find own parking. Please book for this walk on (01263) 519405 by 3pm on Wednesday 3 January.

Monday 8 January – 10:30am - West Runton Coastal Walk – Grade 3 – Approx. 3.2 miles – A walk with moderate gradients and one stile inland then back along the coast path. Meet at The Village

Inn CP, West Runton, NR27 9QT.

Friday 12 January – 10:30am - Cromer to Overstrand Walk – Grade 3 – Approx. 4 miles – A mixture of concrete, dirt and grass cliff tops with steep gradients. The walk is there and back without stopping for refreshments until back in Cromer.

Meet outside Merchants Place Area Partnership, 16 Church Street, Cromer, N27 9GW. Find own parking.

Printed copies of the full Fit Together programme are available at Cromer Tourist Information Centre

WIN WITH THE CROMER TIMES & THE MACKENZIE HOTELS 2 main courses from our 2 for £14 menu and a hot drink of your choice for 2 If you play 9 holes on The Links Golf Course what is the total Par for a Male?

Get your answer to the Links by January 31st 2018 *NEW * Email your answer to: pr@mackenziehotels.com, or write to "Holiday comp" *NEWITION P RIZE* T E c/o Links Links Country Park Hotel, West Runton, Cromer, Norfolk NR27 9QH. P COM he first correct answer drawn at random by the Links will win lunch for two at any of the three Mackenzie Hotels. Rules - Free to enter. One entry only per household, entrants must be over 18. The winner will be published in the next available Cromer Times after the draw. No cash alternat

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