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AN UNPRECEDENTED FIFTH TITLE FOR BAKER Just over 30 years ago Cromer squash player Jeff Morris tragically died on court and the Club decided to honour his memory by instigating a tournament for players aged 35 and over which was held for the first time in the autumn of 1985.

This year was the 32nd anniversary of that first tournament and in the final last month John Baker, who first won the title in 2004 and again for three consecutive years from 2013-2015, as well as being runner up in 2008, won the prestigious event for an unprecedented fifth time as he defeated one of the club’s new members, Phil Godfrey 9-3 7-9 9-5 9-4 in a pulsating and skilful final. Continued on page 4...

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Continued from front cover... Although Roger Tuck won the title four times between 1987 and 1992 no player has ever won it for a fifth time.

The Cromer club were delighted that Jeff’s daughter, Debbie, was among the large crowd on the Norwich Road balcony and that she was able to present the trophies at the end of the match to the two finalists. Baker, who has also won the club championship four times and the club veterans’ title twice went into the final as the under-dog against sixty eight year old Godfrey, who plays regularly on the England Masters circuit and who has won five successive matches for the club’s team since joining at the start of the season. However, Baker went into the final in a determined mood and raced into a 6-3 lead in the opening game before taking the game 9-3 as he allowed his older and more experienced opponent just seven serves in the whole game.

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THE STRAND CLUB

Our meeting last month included an excellent talk by Eddie Anderson of Templewood in Northrepps.

He inherited the house and land from his stepfather, one of the Paget dynasty. Over the years the lake had become clogged with algae, until three years ago when the algae had reached a depth of 3 feet, taking all the oxygen necessary for life from the water.

No fish, no frogs, no dragon- or damselflies and therefore no predatory birds. The river Mun runs as a narrow stream through Eddie's land and this had also become clogged and poisoned by the effluent from the nearby sewage works, which flowed directly into it.

As knowledge and concern for the wildlife grew, things were taken in hand and three new lakes were dug to draw the polluted water from the river, by-passing it and naturally filtering it until it could be directed back into the river again.

Whilst digging out these new lakes, Eddie told us that archaeologists discovered a wooden walkway, buried and preserved in the upper surface of peat. Shards of Roman pottery were also found, plus evidence of an early bog or lake. The River Trust came every month to test the river water and found that after, only nine months, the harmful phosphates had been reduced by 90%. Anglian Water are now using this natural method of clearing pollutants

elsewhere in the county.

In the newly cleared main lake Eddie now sees 26 species of dragonflies or damselflies.

The first creature to appear was an otter as there was now food there for him to find. There is a visiting hobby who flies in to catch the dragonflies and a pair of swans return every year to breed.

Eddie talked about the history of the area too and how wealthy people came and bought copious amounts of land during 1860 - 1900s. The Hoare family bought large pieces of Sidestrand, Cromer, Northrepps and Southrepps and built Templewood as well as other imposing houses.

He told us how you define a river, however tiny. It runs independently from its source to the sea, unlike a tributary. Early setttlements tended to be made close to water so that the fresh water and the fish living in it could be used to sustain life. They continued through the centuries so that millponds could be built to produce flour and make bread.

Eddie kept us spellbound with his presentation, showing us before and after photographs of the area. It was all done with a light touch, humour and an obvious love of his home. It was such a varied and fascinating insight into so many aspects of land management and conservation. Our members thoroughly enjoyed the experience and we hope that perhaps Eddie could return at some future date and talk about another of his interests.

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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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Cley Calling celebrates Norfolk’s starry skies this December

Do you know your mallard from your gadwall? Can you hum ‘Die Fledermaus’ or fancy a spot of frosty storytelling with a glass of mulled wine? Yes, it’s Cley Calling time again, as Norfolk Wildlife Trust celebrates Norfolk’s winter skies with its final wildlife festival of the year.

Cley Calling - Winter Skies runs from Thursday 7 December to Sunday 10 December at NWT Cley Marshes on the north Norfolk coast. The events celebrate Norfolk’s many natural wonders and build on the success of the three previous festivals.

Our knowledgeable staff and volunteers are leading guided walks around the reserve and invite you to take a closer look at Cley’s wintering wildfowl. Saturday’s workshop Sound Recording, in partnership with National Trust, ties in a walk around the reserve with the rare chance to capture the sounds of Cley’s secretive residents such as bearded tits and bitterns, hiding away in the depths of reedbed.

NWT is pleased to welcome back North Norfolk Sinfonia after their wonderful performance at Cley Church last summer. On Friday 8 December, the salon orchestra of twelve will be performing Viennese and British light classical music using a variety of string, brass and woodwind instruments, as well as a grand piano. Guests will enjoy a three course dinner and a glass of wine (included in ticket price) as the orchestra performs classics including ‘The Blue Danube’, festive hits such as ‘Sleigh Ride’, and to tie in beautifully with our dark skies theme: ‘Die Fledermaus’, which translates to ‘The Bat’ in English. Keith Hobday, leader and conductor of North Norfolk Sinfonia, said “North Norfolk Sinfonia are really looking forward to joining NWT for this special event. We are delighted to have the opportunity to perform beautiful music in an equally beautiful landscape.”

The festival is concluded with a weekend full of family fun. On Saturday families can battle it out to see who can hand-make the most Christmas crafty creations using natural materials. On Sunday 10 December, the festival will come to close with some magical Storytelling by Paul Jackson (pictured), who will be reading a collection of stories to celebrate winter, entitled ‘When it’s so cold that words freeze in the air’. Paul has been storytelling for 24 years and is Chair of The Society for Storytelling, the national body that promotes storytelling. He has visited more than 2,000 schools nationally, impressing his audiences with his brilliant stories interwoven with the melodic tunes of the harp and flute. Wind down in the education centre with a glass of mulled wine or hot squash as Paul enchants us all with his seasonal stories.

For more information and to book tickets go to www.cleycalling.com or call the Cley Marshes Visitor Centre on 01263 740008. Cromer Times 531 December 2nd 2017

Diabetes UK North Norfolk Group

Diabetes UK North Norfolk Group will not be holding meetings in December 2017, 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

Cromer Society

Wednesday 6 December 2pm Cromer Society Poetry Group - this month’s selection of poems is on Christmas - further details from Arthur Windridge 01263 515138

Wednesday 13 December 7pm Suffield Park Bowls Club, Station Road, Cromer - Recorded Music Evening Face the Music - a musical quiz based on the 1970s TV programme presented by Philip Sapwell Further details from William Bestelink 01263 514045

Saturday 30 December Cromer Society excursion to the Maddermarket Theatre Norwich Matinee Performance of The Wolves of Wiloughby Chase by Joan Aiken - coach from the Old Bus Station Cromer at 1pm calling at North Lodge Gate and The Surgery. Remember to book by 30 December for the January outing on Saturday 27 January further details from June Rattle 01263 510003

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Christmas Social and AGM on 13 December 6.30pm - 10:30pm - NOTE - a Wednesday Evening. Details to follow at Aylmerton Village Hall, NR11 8PX. Please park along Church Road or in the overflow car park at the church. Please ensure that local residents can still access their driveways and there is sufficient clearance for agricultural vehicles to use the road. A torch might also be helpful, as the village has no street lighting. To keep the club's carbon footprint small, please consider car sharing.

Holkham for Wintering Ducks and Geese on 17th December 10am – 2pm - a morning walk for wintering geese and ducks, with the possibility of interesting raptors, open to

REGULAR EVENTS

Continued from page 8... 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 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 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

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beginners and experienced birders alike, and the option to stay for the afternoon to watch the flights of geese at dusk. We will meet at 0900 in the area of the notice-board, hut and gates at the northern (beach) end of Lady Anne’s Drive (TF 891448). Lady Anne’s Drive is north of the A149 coast road, directly opposite the road leading up to the main gate for Holkham Hall (by the Victoria Inn, postcode NR23 1RG). There is plenty of parking here, for which the charge is £5 for up to 4 hours and £6.50 all day. From here we can either walk east (towards Wells) or, more likely, west towards Burnham Overy. We will use the hides to overlook the grazing marshes, and may also take the opportunity to check the beach and sea. The walking is easy and on the level, though one of the hides requires a climb up steep steps. A telescope is useful if you have one. Children

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 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

are welcome if accompanied by well-behaved adults, but we regret no dogs. To keep the club's carbon footprint small, please consider car sharing. The walk will be led by Trevor Williams and Andy Clarke.

Felbrigg Park Mid-Week Walk on 20 December 9am – 11am - this walk caters for all levels of ability. We will take a leisurely walk around the Park & Lake, route dependent on the local bird and other wildlife likely to be present on the day. Please wear clothing appropriate to the weather - footpaths in Felbrigg can be muddy at any time of the year. Meet at Sexton's Lodge car park, off Lion's Mouth, NR11 8PS at the western end of the estate. To keep the club's carbon footprint small, please consider car sharing. As usual, children are welcome if accompanied by well-behaved adults, but we regret no dogs.

Mundesley and District SSAFAgettes meet 3rd Wednesday every month 1.45pm for 2pm to plan social activities 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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North Norfolk - a better place to go swimming… North Norfolk District Council celebrates the ‘excellent’ bathing water classification

The water quality at all six Blue Flag award winning beaches in North Norfolk have been confirmed as Excellent in the 2017 Bathing Water Classifications by Government. Bathing water at Sheringham, West Runton, East Runton, Cromer, Mundesley, and Sea Palling has been classified as ‘Excellent’ by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA). Water is tested at our beaches every week over the summer months and each year DEFRA publishes the results, which rate bathing water as either: Excellent, Good, Sufficient or Poor; in 2017 all six of the blue flag beaches have been recognised as having excellent bathing water. Nationally 270 locations (65.4% of those measured) have been classed as excellent in 2017. Cllr Maggie Prior, North Norfolk District Council Cabinet Member for Culture and Leisure said “It’s absolutely wonderful that the quality of our beaches has been recognised in this national bathing water classification. We all know that north Norfolk is a great holiday and resort destination and this latest rating goes to prove that people who come here know a good thing when they see it.” This water quality classification will be a key factor in the award of Blue Flags for next year. The news has been welcomed by councillors along the coast.

Ward Member for Sea Palling Cllr Richard Price said “I am not surprised that our wonderful Blue Flag Beach has been assessed as having excellent clean water, that’s just one of the reasons why people come back year after year.” Cllr Hilary Cox, Ward Member for Cromer Town said “This is a wonderful achievement proving that the seas off our resorts are the best. It’s important not only for residents and visitors but for our local fishing industry too.” Cllr Nigel Pearce, Ward Member for Suffield Park added “This accolade for our bathing water is not only great news for tourists but for everyone in North Norfolk. Not only is North Norfolk the best but our bathing water is too!” Cllr John Lee, Ward Member for Suffield Park said “I'd like to thank everybody from Anglian Water to all those people who give their time to keep our beaches clean for ensuring our beaches and bathing water keep winning these accolades.” Cllr Judy Oliver, Ward Member for Sheringham South said “The quality of the beaches in Sheringham and at our other Blue Flag resorts is second to none. We are very proud of this, and very grateful to all those who work so hard to help us maintain our Blue Flag status. We now have it confirmed that the quality of our seawater is also excellent, making our beaches great places for visitors and residents to enjoy for recreation and exercise.” Cllr Sarah Butikofer, Ward Member for The Runtons said “I was delighted earlier this year when both the beaches in the Runtons were presented with their Blue Flags. This announcement just reinforces the message that our beaches are amongst the best in the country. Something we as locals already know.”

Successful Dinner in Memory of Mary Northway

The dinner in remembrance of Mary Northway held at The Constantia on Friday 10 November was well attended.

We were delighted to have the Rt Honourable Norman Lamb pay us a brief visit to say a few words in honour of Mary. With the profits, raffle and auction, we raised £680 - £340 for the Patients Participation Group for equipment for the new Cromer Surgery and £340 for The Community & Hospital Friends for Cromer Hospital.

A big thank you to everyone who attended and supported us, those who donated raffle prizes, John Frosdyke for helping with the raffle and auction and to the staff at The Constantia. Val Callaghan

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Aylsham Singers Christmas Concert - 'Mistletoe and Wine' on Saturday 9 December at 7.30pm in Aylsham Parish Church -come and join us for an entertaining evening of a variety of Christmas music and song and a glass of mulled wine. With guest harpist Henriette Poos. Donations for programmes to Aylsham Care Trust (ACT). Tickets £8 from Barnwells, Aylsham or Caryl on 01263 732808 On Sunday 10 December The New Sheringham Singers will perform A Christmas Calendar of festive songs inspired by a peek behind the Advent windows with guest vocalist Nicola Hood at the Lighthouse, Cromer Road, Sheringham at 3.30pm. Tickets £7 (inc refreshments) under 12s free, from choir members or at the door Free Cromer Christmas Party for all OAPs in Cromer at 7pm on Monday 4 December at Cromer Parish Hall - come and join Cromer Carnival celebrate Christmas with free entertainment and light refreshments Christmas with the Iceni Choir conducted by James Lilwall on

Sunday 10 December at 3pm at Hunters Hall, Swanton Morley,NR20 4JU £8.00 per ticket (includes light interval refreshment). Tickets available from Beverley Cooper 01362 858185 or on the door

A Medieval Christmas a celebration in music and words performed by Hexachordia www.hexachordia.com at St Mary’s Church, Erpingham, NR11 6PF on Friday 15 December at 7.30pm. Tickets £10 (includes a glass of mulled wine & mince pie) available from Father Paul 01263 761110, Helen 01263 768209 and Ros 01263 761702 or on the door

Celebrate Advent - look forward to Christmas 2017 with Marilyn Baker and Tracy Williamson on Saturday 9 December at 6.30pm in The Wolery at Canaan, 21 Holt Road Sheringham. NR26 8NB. Tel 01263 478372 for further details

Cromer Community & Hospital Friends present A Very ‘Mary’ Christmas in memory of Mary Northway on Saturday 9 December at The Cottage, Louden Road, Cromer from 3.30pm – 7pm - NEW

Free car parking boost for Christmas shopping

Town councils choose their two key days Every town in North Norfolk has chosen two days of free parking in the run up to Christmas. Car parks run by North Norfolk District Council will levy no charges on the two days to encourage more people to shop in town centres or attend Christmas lights switch-ons.

The dates have been agreed following consultation with each town council. Posters will be put up in advance in the car parks giving the dates for the individual towns. On the days themselves, payment machines will be covered to make sure people understand they do not need to pay. The free weekend car parking sessions will be:

hats, handbags, coats & shoes donated for sale and auction by the late Mary Northway to raise funds for Cromer Hospital. Admission by donation, which includes festive afternoon tea buffet, tea, coffee or wine. All proceeds to C.C.A.H.F – Reg3 Charity No 262666. Further info Shirley Davies 07881 647240

‘Let's Light Up Christmas’ presented by the Cromer Christmas Lights Volunteers with The Cliftonville Singers at Cromer Community Hall at 7pm on 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

Coffee Morning at The Cottage, Louden Road, Cromer on Saturday 9 December 10am – 12noon – tea, coffee, cakes and raffle. Proceeds to Patients Participation Group in aid of the new Cromer Surgery. All welcome

Mundesley Village Cinema Hampstead (12A) 100min drama/ romance at Coronation Hall, 26 Cromer Rd, Mundesley, NR11 8BE on Tuesday 12 December at 7.30pm • • • • • • •

- an American widow (Diane Keaton) living in the London suburb of Hampstead and a man (Brenden Gleeson), who lives a self-sufficient existence in a shack on Hampstead Heath, form an unlikely alliance against unscrupulous property developers in the neighbourhood. This drama, based on true events, shows how society works when you are a little different with James Norton, Simon Callow, Lesley Manville. Tickets on door Adults £5. Refreshments available/doors open 30mins before screening. Find out more at www.mundesley.org/film

Christmas Quiz at Cley Marshes Nature Reserve, Coast Road, Cley next the Sea, NR25 7SA on Friday 15 December 6.30pm doors, 7.30pm quiz - come and join us for one of our last events of 2017! Everybody is welcome to come along and take part in what will be a fun and light-hearted evening aiming to get us all in the Christmas spirit, and to put your wildlife knowledge to the test. Entry is £2 per person, with prizes available for the winning teams. To book please call our visitor centre on 01263 740008.

North Walsham – 25 November and 16 December Cromer - 2 and 9 December Fakenham - 2 and 23 December Stalham - 3 and 9 December Wells - 2 and 16 December Holt - 10 and 17 December Sheringham - 9 and 16 December

Cllr Judy Oliver, Cabinet Member for Assets and Commercialisation at North Norfolk District Council, said “While car park income is a crucial part of controlling council tax levels, we fully recognise the benefits of offering these two days of free parking to our town centre businesses. Every town council has been asked which two days they would prefer in order to reflect their local need and we’re pleased to have reached those agreements through that consultation.”

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CHRISTMAS SERVICES IN THE CATHOLIC PARISH OF OUR LADY AND ST JOSEPH, SHERINGHAM AND CROMER

Punk Rock Returns to Cromer

Fourth Sunday of Advent

Celebrating 40 years since The Sex Pistols played The Links, The Sex Pistols Experience are bringing the show back to Cromer.

Sunday, 24th December

Saturday 6pm and Sunday 9am at Our Lady of Refuge, Overstrand Road, Cromer Sunday at 11am at St Joseph’s, Cromer Road, Sheringham CHRISTMAS EVE

Back in 1975, Punk Rock started a revolution in music. A change from the pop of the late 60s and early 70s, it brought new anti- establishment bands to the fore. Most famous of these were The Sex Pistols, bringing their own unique brand of anarchy to the UK music scene.

MIDNIGHT MASS at Our Lady of Refuge, Cromer at 9 pm (Carols from 8.30 pm);

MIDNIGHT MASS at St Joseph’s, Sheringham at 12 midnight

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Forty years ago on Christmas Eve 1977, The Sex Pistols played the Links Pavilion in Cromer, their penultimate gig. Still talked about today by many locals, The Links was a haven for many of the youth of the day, seeing many big names of the era, who went on to become some of the biggest stars of the time and some for decades to follow.

Monday, 25th December

MASS OF THE DAWN at Our Lady of Refuge, Cromer at 9 am; MASS OF THE DAY at St Joseph’s, Sheringham at 11 am.

Last year, The Sex Pistols Experience played to a packed Cromer Social Club audience, many of whom were present at the 1977 concert, and this year they will return to the Club on Saturday 23 December. The Sex Pistols Experience are acknowledged as the best Sex Pistols ‘Tribute’ band, playing all over the country and Europe, even being credited by the band themselves.

Tickets are still available, £15 each (limited availability) from Cromer Social Club 01263 512542, The Copy Shop Cromer 01263 514148 or online www.seetickets.com

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FEAST OF ST STEPHEN, THE FIRST MARTYR Tuesday, 26th MASS at St Joseph’s, Sheringham at 7 pm FEAST OF ST JOHN THE APOSTLE AND EVANGELIST Weds, 27th MASS at 9am at Our Lady of Refuge, Cromer FEAST OF THE HOLY INNOCENTS Thursday, 28th MASS at 9.30am at St Andrew’s (C of E) Holt TIMES OF CONFESSIONS BEFORE CHRISTMAS

Saturday, 16th December: 9.30am – 10.30am at St Joseph's, Sheringham and 3pm – 4pm and 5pm – 5.30pm at Our Lady of Refuge, Cromer. Also on Saturday, 16th December: Reconciliation Service for Advent (with individual Confessions) at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, North Walsham at 11.30am. Tuesday, 19th December: 7.30pm – 8.30pm at St Joseph’s, Sheringham

‘Made in Norfolk' Christmas Craft Event on Saturday 9 December 10am - 4pm at Coronation Hall, 26 Cromer Road, Mundesley NR11 8BE - our crafters offer a varied and interesting selection of handmade products suitable for Christmas gifts for both residents and tourists.

There will be crochet cushions (you can have them made to order), jewellery, clocks mounted in wood all types of designs, handmade candles, many different styles of ladies’ handmade handbags, textile items, sea glass products, lots of different cards, children's knitted hoodies, fabric cushions and memory boards, jams, chutneys and cordials, paper craft and paper cuts, hand painted fridge magnets, pebbles and figurines, photos and assorted sewn items, book folding products, woodwork items, fused glass vases, suncatchers, bowls and Christmas items, astrology photos, lavender bags, bean bags, bunting, wheat bags and leather key rings, custom made bird tables with stands. There will be a Grand Christmas Raffle in aid of the East Anglia Air Ambulance. We also support The Multiple Sclerosis Therapy Centre Norwich.

30th Anniversary Celebrations

On Monday 13 November Cromer and District Independent Funeral Services held an Open day to celebrate their 30th Anniversary in business in Cromer hosted by Les, Jean and Adrian Amis and Zoe Mitchell.

The Amis family have always been very proud and honoured to have been able to support the community when in time of need.

The event was very well supported by present and past bearers, local clergy, business contacts, friends and families.

To mark the anniversary refreshments and a celebratory cake were shared.

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About with Friends bags £2000 from carrier bag charge fund

About with Friends is delighted to announce it has bagged £2000 from a Tesco funding scheme.

Tesco teamed up with Groundwork to launch its Bags of Help funding initiative, which sees grants raised from carrier bag sales being awarded to thousands of local community projects every year.

Millions of shoppers voted in stores up and down the country. And it can now be revealed About with Friends has been awarded £2000. Work will now begin on bringing the project to life.

already involved in planning a presentation and putting together a newsletter, the funds will enable us to provide IT equipment to support this”. Alec Brown, Tesco’s Head of Community, said “Bags of Help has been a fantastic success. We’ve been overwhelmed by the response from our customers. The great thing about Bags of Help is that local people are invited to decide how the money will be spent in their community. We can’t wait to see the projects come to life.”

About with Friends is a Cromer based charity supporting people with learning disabilities in Norfolk to make friends, enjoy a social life, learn skills for work and independence and be part of the community.

Some of our members are part of our Events & Media team which organises activities, attends community events and give talks and presentations to promote the work of the charity. Being part of the Events & Media team enables members to learn new skills, play an active role in the community and boosts confidence. Members are trained in presentation skills, setting up equipment, using cameras and videos. The funding from Tesco Bags of Help will enable us to provide additional training and new equipment, as well as staff support to attend more events. Jamie Moses, Head of Workskills Operations, said “About with Friends would like to thank everyone who voted for the project at Tesco stores in Sheringham and Mundesley. New members had recently joined the Events & Media team and were

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Scouting Awards

Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers took part in the North East Norfolk District Top Awards Celebration at Greshams School, Holt at the end of October.

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Mr Bagge said that he would never have learned how to tie a proper knot or light a fire without his exposure to Scouting!

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Cromer Christmas Show

It’s that time of the year again when Cromer Pier and the Pavilion Theatre put up the Christmas decorations, start serving the mince pies, mulled wine and one of Norfolk’s favourite performers Olly Day takes to the stage to welcome audiences to the ‘must see’ Cromer Christmas Show.

right note for the festive season. The five star reviews on Trip Advisor for last year’s show, saw loyal patrons and new patrons alike, complimenting the show on its production values, the performers and costumes. The Christmas-themed family show, offers ticket prices starting from as little as £10 and great value family tickets at £46 making the show one of the best value-for-money Christmas Shows in Norfolk.

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The Cromer Christmas Show is a traditional variety show but with a magical Christmas twist, where audiences can expect to be entertained with cheeky comedy sketches, big dance numbers full of sequins and sparkle, and Christmas music and songs, hitting just the

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performance in the Cromer Pier show in 2003. Vocalist, Emily Yarrow, makes a welcome return for a second Christmas Show after her highly acclaimed performance in the Cromer Pier Show earlier this year and male vocalist Rob McVeigh is also making a welcome return to Cromer.

The hard working and very talented Seaside Special Dancers will as ever provide the extra wow factor with their stunning costumes and almost boundless energy.

Supported by the Cromer Christmas Choir and the talented children from Marlene’s School of Dancing, the Cromer Christmas Show is a cracker of a show rich in variety, family fun and the magic of Christmas.

Joining Olly this year is multi-instrumentalist Leo Shavers bringing his own blend of expert musicianship and slick comedy back to the stage of the Pavilion Theatre since his last

Cromer Christmas Show 25 November – 30 December, shows 2.30pm and 7.30pm

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Cromer’s New Year’s Day Firework Photography Competition

For the fifth year running, the committee has announced the return of their annual photography competition to mark the 19th year of the annual display which began in 2000.

The competition is open to all amateur photographers and the winner will have

their winning photograph turned into the official poster for the 2019 New Year’s Day Firework event as well as use in other promotional material. They will also win a 43” HD TV courtesy of local Electrical retailer Hughes Plus.

Simon Morton, Branch Manager at Hughes Plus in Cromer, said “Once again it is a pleasure for us to support this amazing event in our town. This year’s winning photographer will We are also pleased to be rewarded with a announce that Titanium 43” LG lcd television Fireworks have offered a boasting Full HD prize of a day behind the resolution, built-in scenes, to see the preparation Freeview HD and and display of one of their a Virtual Sound shows. This could be Surround. The London, or Edinburgh, or quality and quantity any one of their numerous of entrees increases displays. This will offer each year and, a great opportunity to hopefully many will photograph from unique be tempted to place viewpoint. their own entry for Robert Hubbard’s 2017 winning photo the first time. I would Chairman of the Fireworks like to thank all the members and volunteers committee Jim Bond said “The annual New that help to make such an iconic and eagerly Year's Day Fireworks have been capturing people's imagination for seventeen years, every awaited Norfolk event a reality each year and attract so many visitors to sample the year we see hundreds of fabulous photographs atmosphere Cromer has to offer.” of the event in the press and online. We thought it would be great to continue the For the competition rules please visit photography competition to inspire more www.cromer-tc.gov.uk people and to capture this fantastic event. We The competition entry deadline is Midday are looking for photographs that really capture on Monday 15 January 2018. the spirit of the event."

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Cromer’s New Year’s Day Firework Display All eyes will be on the skies above Cromer Pier at 5pm on 1 January 2018 for the traditional New Year’s Day Firework display. Organisers hope as many people as possible will again come to Cromer for the day – but urge them not to leave it until the last minute. “We’re delighted it’s become such a successful annual event, and with plenty of good vantage points to watch the display, come early, we don’t want anyone to miss it,” says Firework Committee Chairman Jim Bond. “The idea has always been to bring people up to the coast for a breath of fresh air, something to eat and drink, and a fabulous firework display over the sea fired from Cromer Pier at 5pm. “We are fortunate to have Titanium Fireworks back again. Titanium put on the fantastic London New Year’s Eve display. This year they are looking to make more use of the seaside location, including waterborne pyrotechnics”. The annual display attracts over 10,000 people into Cromer on New Year’s Day. Director of Titanium Fireworks, Simon Page, said “We are incredibly proud to be firing the Cromer New Year's day firework display from Cromer Pier, and will be making full use of this unique setting. We believe our experience on the London Eye, The Forth Road Bridge, Blackpool Pier and a host of stadia roofs will help us to make this display even better by using our digital firing system which allows split second firing from multiple locations. Some of the 150 displays we fire each year are work but others unbridle our creativity and we relish the challenges and opportunities of firing from an iconic structure like Cromer Pier." Prior to the fireworks there will be a fun run along Cromer Promenade at 3pm organized by North Norfolk Beach Runners. The one mile fun run is the perfect opportunity to work off those New Year’s Eve excesses with a gentle jog or a five minute dash if you’re up to it! Starting from the pier forecourt, the run is open to all

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ages and abilities, with categories for under 13 year-olds, 14-16 year-olds, seniors, and even Fancy Dress. Registration will take place from 2.30pm for a fee of £1. Illuminated merchandise available to buy during the afternoon outside Cromer Museum (next to the Church). Mulled wine will again be served outside the museum, with tea, coffee, and hot soup available in the church. Local cafés, pubs, shops and restaurants will also be open and other vendors are planning to ensure the crowds who descend on Cromer won’t go hungry. The event is free, however there will be bucket collectors out in force on the day to fundraise for the 2019 display. The bucket collection at the 2017 display raised a fantastic £9,000, despite the postponement . Half of this was given out in grants to local good causes and the balance has been used towards funding the 2018 display. “Everyone’s aware that budgets are still tight, but we do ask people give as generously as they can”, said Jim Bond. “Just a few coins can make a lot of difference to local charities and good causes – and without everyone’s help we couldn’t continue the annual display.” Visitors are urged to arrive in Cromer as early as possible on New Year’s Day. All three town car parks will be open. Runton Road car park will be charging a fixed charge of £2 per car for all day parking from 2pm on the day. Normal

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9,500 mile fundraising walk Over three years ago, Alex Ellis-Roswell set out from Minnis Bay in Kent to walk round the British and Irish coastlines to pay tribute to his late father and raise money for the RNLI.

He returned to that very spot on Saturday 11 November, where his family, friends, supporters and local lifeboat crew were waiting to greet him.

During his amazing odyssey, 24 year old Alex has been chased by bulls and met Princess Anne. He has slept in church doorways, sheep sheds and bird hides, visited over 200 lifeboat stations – and raised more than £62,000 for the lifesaving charity so far. In the last month, he walked inland along the Thames to visit the four stations that lie along the famous river - Gravesend, Teddington, Chiswick and Tower.

Alex said 'I'm excited to be raising a great sum for the RNLI and its volunteers.'

He started his journey on 3 August 2014 with an aim to raise as much money as possible for the charity.

He left his job, gave notice on his flat and walked out with only what he carried on his back. Since then, he has slept in a tent that he carries with him - or relied on the kindness of strangers. He's often been put up by lifeboat crew or people who have met him along the way.

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Alex has also amassed a significant following on social media, where his supporters have cheered him on through the emotional ups and downs of his journey.

His route took him clockwise around Britain and Ireland, including the Isle of Man, the Western and Northern Isles. His initial fundraising target was £10,000 - but he has gone a long way past that.

It was after the passing of his father, Sir Raymond Ellis at Christmas in 2013, that Alex set off on the journey of a lifetime. Before ill health, his father had spent much of his life dedicated to charity work and fundraising, which spurred Alex on.

‘My dad’s ultimate stubbornness against what seemed to be a never ending cycle of illness, pain, operations and setbacks will always be a very personal inspiration to me’, said Alex, who has at times suffered with knee pain during his walk.‘I started off thinking about £10,000 then £20,000 then £50,000. I suppose reaching this target shows how well supported the RNLI is by the people, places and communities I’ve walked through, especially when, for many people, money is tight.’

Alex’s target is now £95,000, which represents £10 for every mile he has walked.

Alex remains diplomatic and refuses to name a favourite station. But the crew at Falmouth helped him through a particularly rough patch. ‘The loneliness gets you down sometimes. When I first entered Cornwall, I was in a really low place. There’s a train station in Falmouth, so I decided that I was going to get to Falmouth and quit. 'I walked for 3 or 4 days, pretty much non-stop and at times overnight, to get to Falmouth, because that’s where I was going to quit. And then I got to Falmouth, and the crew there were awesome. They were nice people, and they made me a cup of tea after four days’ walking and it put me back on a high. So it really is the crew that keep me going.’ He added ‘RNLI lifeboat crew volunteers save an average of 23 lives at sea every single day. In my opinion, they are heroes.

‘They put themselves right in the thick of what is Britain’s most unforgiving environment – our sea. They receive no government funding for their work and the majority of lifeboat crew are volunteers.’ His fundraising page is www.bt.com/DonateToLifeboats.

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Cromer Library News

SPECIAL EVENTS Norfolk Coast in the Great Thursday War 7 Dec 11.30am - a talk by author Stephen Browning. Using detailed research and over 180 photographs, this book has some wonderful tales to tell, offering an insight into life on the Norfolk Coast during the years of conflict 1914-18. There are stories about Henry Blogg and his crew, The Rector of Stiffkey, war photographer, Olive Edis to name but a few. Please contact the library to book a place. Christmas Lights Up Poster Display Come along to the Library and see a fabulous display of entries for The Vera Woodcock Children’s Christmas Poster Competition. This will be in the library from the end of November. Saturday Stories and Crafts 9 December 11am – 12noon - due to popular demand we have decided to run a story time session in December. Come along and join the fun. Take part in activities for younger children. This month’s theme this month is ‘Winter’.

Mini Movers Tuesday 12 December 10.30am - 11.15am - enjoy the fun with your little ones, music, movement and rhymes. No need to book, just turn up. Must be walking age. Art and Craft workshops Mondays 10am – 12noon starting 8 January 2018 - a series of tutor led art workshops run by local artist Bev Broadhead. These will cover a wide range of different projects. £5 a session. Limited availability, please contact the library to book a place.

REGULAR EVENTS Just a Cuppa, Coffee, Tea, Chocolate and biscuits available for a suggested donation of £1. Come in and read the newspaper, we have the EDP, The Times & North Norfolk News. Borrow Magazines we also have a large selection to download. Use our free WiFi and public PCs. Get all the latest news and ‘like’ us on facebook: Cromer Library Follow us on Twitter @CromerLibrary 2 for 1 offer on DVDs and music CDs every Monday and Friday. All DVDs cost £2.00 to borrow.

Bounce and Rhyme alternate Friday mornings next date 8 December 10.30am - 11.15am - come along and join in the fun. No booking required. Seated Exercise Sessions Thursday 10.30am – 11.15am - seated exercise sessions in conjunction with North Norfolk District Council. Contact 01263 516305 wyn.nurse@north-norfolk.gov.uk. Art and Crafts Mondays 10am - 12noon – a chance to meet new people and try something new. Getting creative is an easy way to calm the mind, reduce stress and anxiety. This is a drop in group, no booking required. North Norfolk Association for the Blind Monday 4 December from 10am to 1pm - a signposting session. No booking required.

Cromer Carer’s Cafe first Thursday on alternate months 1pm – 3pm do you look after a relative, friend or neighbour who is ill, disabled, has a mental health problem or learning difficulty? If the answer is yes, then you are a carer. Relax, meet new people, enjoy activities and guest speakers. Next meeting at the library is 4 January 2018. No booking required.

Poetry Group meets last Thursday in the month at 2.30pm- come along and enjoy discussing poetry with other like-minded people. Cromer Visually Impaired Book Group Now meeting on 3rd Tuesday of each month at 2pm - if you are visually impaired come and join a small, friendly reading group run by the North Norfolk Association for the Blind.

Home Delivery Service - if you love reading or listening to books but find it difficult to get to the library, we have volunteers from the Royal Voluntary Service who can deliver books to your door once a month. The Home Library Service is for people who are unable to get out of the home whether permanently or temporarily. 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 in sessions are for anyone interested in researching their family history. Next meeting Saturday 2 December. We have free access to FINDMYPAST ON-LINE. Knit and Natter third Friday of each month 10.30am – 12noon - do you enjoy knitting? Norfolk Knitters knit for charity. Items are sent to those in need in this country and other countries - all materials are supplied. Cromer Library is a collection point for the Sheringham Community Wool Loft. They are pleased to receive any knitting related items. For more information or to book a place on any events, Please call 01263512850 or email cromer.lib@norfolk.gov.uk

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Lasting Powers of Attorney: one size doesn’t fit all Miranda Marshall, Director, Hayes + Storr

This is the third in my series of articles about Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs).

Many potential makers of an LPA (known as ‘the Donor’) prevaricate as they feel uncomfortable trusting, even their closest, family members or friends to manage their finances, or to make decisions about their health and welfare, should the time ever come when they cannot do so for themselves.

A major advantage of having a professionally drawn up LPA is that effective protections and guidance can be included in the LPA. Badly-worded guidance, restrictions, conditions etc within a home-made LPA can cause problems when having the LPA registered with the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG), even to the extent of making the LPA invalid.

Increasingly, I am of the opinion that the intelligent and cautious use of preferences and instructions, in certain situations, not only gets across the personal wishes of the Donor, but provides clear directions and protections.

The retired Senior Judge in the Court of Protection, Denzil Lush started a lively debate when in the late summer he went on record as saying he would not put in place a LPA for himself. He said he would prefer to go for the full Court of Protection Deputyship appointment. This is where a formal application is made to the specialist Court charged with the managing of the affairs of the mentally incapable. Few practitioners would recommend this route, other than where there are very major issues which would make it better that authority from the Court is obtained for anything other than routine administration. Applying for the granting of such authority costs £400 each time plus all the professional costs incurred. There is a long wait whilst the matter grinds its way through the Court.

So how might I restrict and manage the power of my attorneys should I become mentally incapable of managing my own affairs? This is where your specialist solicitor can provide ‘value added’ service, and usually within their basic fixed-fee cost.

Examples of such preferences and instructions are as follows: I might wish to put a cap on the value of financial transactions (or a series of

transactions within a timescale) beyond a particular sum, say £5,000, carried out by a single attorney. Transactions for more than that sum could be stipulated to require all attorneys to authorise it.

You might state that your attorneys should produce accounts annually, to be circulated among them all; and if any concerns are raised then to be audited by a solicitor or an accountant; or, you might require such an audit in any event.

With a LPA for Health and Personal Welfare, you might wish to require all attorneys to be involved with life-sustaining treatment decisions, whilst allowing more routine matters to be decided by a single attorney. Here please do bear in mind that quick decisions often need to be made and having to gather all attorneys (even with modern communication systems) might be slow and so not in your best interests.

The important thing is that your LPA can be created as a bespoke document tailored to suit your special needs and wishes and therefore truly to provide peace of mind.

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

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All Preachers Great and Small with Keith Skipper

Heavenly humour scales fresh heights in All Preachers Great and Small, the latest literary offering from Cromer-based writer, broadcaster and entertainer Keith Skipper.

This rousing hymn of praise is his 41st book with that distinctive Norfolk flavour and charts a marathon fundraising tour of over 100 local churches and chapels during the best part of 20 years.

Keith was accompanied by a team of talented performers first met during his years as a BBC Radio Norfolk presenter.

The Rt. Rev. Graham James, Lord Bishop of Norwich, wrote an uplifting foreword for the book and also did the

launching honours.

It features a cavalcade of outstanding characters, including famous diary-keepers James Woodforde and Benjamin Armstrong. The spotlight also falls on humble lay preachers, including some pioneering women, and parsons with remarkable staying power.

“Have you heard the one about?” went down a treat with cheese straws and sausage rolls.

“Our main mission was to put the fun into fundraising – and it worked a treat” he says. ”We encouraged laughter, clapping and applauding, all tied up in cheerful giving”.

All Preachers Great At the heart of it all is a and Small (Poppyland large silver collection Publishing, Cromer) of memorable yarns, is available at local verses and prayers bookshops for £9.95. Keith Skipper outside the centred on pew and village church at Flordon, Skip will be signing in south Norfolk Outside Booton parish church, pulpit, many of them copies and enjoying a passed on to Skip near Reepham, a building mardle at the Jarrold known as the ‘Cathedral of during those entertainment store in Cromer on Saturday 9 December rounds. the Fields’ between 11aam and 1pm.

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This will be held in conjunction with our museum Open Day and Grand Raffle draw.

We are a small military museum concentrating mostly on aviation

heritage in the area. We are non-profit making and open on the second Sunday in the month from April to December. We offer free admission but do sell refreshments to raise funds.

We are now starting sales of various kinds of bric-a-brac to raise funds for at least two extra portacabins, due to having such a large and growing collection.

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Rose Villa PublicationsTHIS Puzzle Page - courtesy of Ray at the Holt Chronicle ISSUE’S PUZZLES

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North Walsham and District Branch of Cats Protection

We would like to thank everyone who supported our Christmas Sale. It was lovely to see old friends and new at this event. Catching up with news on cats we have re-homed and meeting new prospective owners is always a pleasure, as is the opportunity to enjoy the company of our volunteers who helped at the sale. We thank them all for the time and help they give us to raise the money for the cats in care. Special mentions to Andrea for all the refreshments plus all the cakes, etc. on the cake stall and to Bren and Jenny for the wonderful craft items they make throughout the year for us to sell. At the time of writing, the money has still to be counted, so we will advise how much we have raised next time.

In the week prior to the sale we were delighted to be able to help two families who were reunited with their much loved cats. In the first instance, Gerard had escaped while being taken to his new home and been missing for over 6 months. As he was black and white there had been many possible sightings of him during this time but his owner did not think she would ever see him again. We were then contacted because a cat had been seen outside the chemists near Birchwood Surgery for two or three days and the ladies in the chemists thought it was possible that he was a stray. My first visit to check to see if he was chipped was unsuccessful as he had disappeared, probably due to the heavy showers that day. Paper collars were left at the chemists and it was agreed to put one on him when next he appeared, to try and see if there was an owner out there. The next afternoon a call was received from someone visiting the chemist who had spotted the collar on the cat. Armed with the chip reader I went down to the surgery and, much to my delight, found he had been chipped. A quick visit home to check the number on the microchip database and a couple of telephone calls later resulted in Gerard being reunited with his delighted owner within the hour.

he be seen. Two weeks later his owner contacted us for the loan of a trap as he had been spotted in someone’s garden quite close to the vets. Within 12 hours Smokey was safely back in his home with his much relieved and delighted owner.

We just love happy endings and were delighted to be able to help in such different ways to reunite these much loved cats with their owners.

If you are interested in receiving help to neuter Loki, a lovely lively your cat/kitten, please ring 07880 256948 it (to little cat who has see if you are eligible for a voucher). This number blossomed since she is for vouchers only and will not be able to help has been in care 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.

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This is Foster.She has a broken back leg and her only hope is to have it amputated and eventually live in an enclosed area.

The situation with regard to the other cat was completely different. We received a call from his owner advising that her cat had escaped while visiting the vets. Smokey was added to our list of lost cats but we felt confident that he would be easier to spot as he was a pedigree cat. Advice was given on publicising his loss and the offer of a trap to catch him should

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At the moment she doesn't weigh enough to cope with an operation so she is on painkillers and vitamin B12 injections to encourage her to eat more. Hedgehogs can manage with three legs but it is not advisable to release them back into the wild as they can develop problems with mites on their side which they can no longer scratch.

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Cromer £750 pcm 3 bedroom semi detached bungalow situated within a popular residential area on the outskirts of Cromer. Comprising Lounge, Kitchen, 3 Bedrooms, Wet Room, Front & Rear Gardens & Off Road Parking. Available NOW. EPC D58.

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A Merry and Safe Christmas from Toll Barn Vets Heath Road, North Walsham, NR28 0JB. Tel 01692 407126

Christmas is fun for all the family including our pets! However, Christmas is a busy time for our 24/7 on site emergency service with hidden festive dangers …

Christmas Cake, Mince Pies and Fruit Bowls contain raisins, sultanas or grapes. Delicious for us but in pets these can cause kidney damage. They can also contain alcohol causing signs of intoxication, low blood sugar, blood pressure and temperature. Onions and Garlic can also cause vomiting and diarrhoea and potentially destruction of red blood cells (haemolytic anaemia). Mum’s sage and onion stuffing might taste great but it’s best to avoid giving pets “left overs”.

Chocolate contains theobromine which is toxic to dogs. The amount of theobromine varies with the type of chocolate (dark chocolate contains the highest levels). Depending on the amount and type of chocolate eaten, signs range from vomiting and

diarrhoea to wobbliness, seizures and changes in heart rhythm (arrhythmias). It is helpful to tell your vet how much and what type of chocolate was eaten to help determine whether a toxic dose has been reached.

Pets, especially dogs, have an exceptional sense of smell and often hunt out Bones, Foil or String from bins. Bones are often brittle and splinter easily causing blockages or tears within the oesophagus and intestine, whilst foil and string cause obstructions within the stomach and intestine. Many foods also contain high levels of fat increasing the risk of pancreatitis.

Around the house Tinsel and Ornaments are particularly attractive. If eaten these often cause blockages within the intestines. Candles and Fairy Lights are appealing to curious pets but can result in electrocution or burns if chewed so place them out of reach of naughty paws! Christmas trees are also potentially toxic as pine needles cause irritation of the mouth, vomiting, diarrhoea and weakness. Naughty puppies and kittens can also injure themselves

24/7 Veterinary Care for Pets and Exotic Animals Accredited Gold Standard Rabbit Friendly and Gold Standard Cat Friendly veterinary practice

Specialist equipment for rapid diagnosis and treatment Very Important Pet (VIP) Clubs to save you money

Purpose built facilities for pet and client comfort Large private car park

24/7 on-site Emergency Care for Clients

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climbing Christmas trees so it is advisable to have a barrier to prevent access and keen supervision!

Lilies from festive bouquets can cause kidney failure in cats. If your cat comes into contact with lilies and the pollen sticks to their fur immediately place a buster collar or t-shirt to prevent them licking and contact your vet. Holly, Mistletoe and Poinsettias are also toxic causing vomiting, diarrhoea and depression. Mistletoe can also cause collapse and changes in heart rate whilst Poinsettia sap causes blistering of the mouth and stomach. We recommend all plants are kept well out of reach of inquisitive pets!

These problems are treatable if caught early enough so if you have concerns our 24/7 on site emergency service is available for our clients throughout Christmas and New Year on our normal number (01692 407126). Wishing you a safe and Merry Christmas from everyone at Toll Barn Vets!

Has your Dog or Cat missed their annual booster Vaccination?

During November & December Toll Barn Vets are offering an Amnesty Vaccination Course for the same price as an annual booster vaccination. Call for an appointment

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Puppet creatures add to magic of seaside panto A naughty dog and cheeky monkey will star in a seaside panto after a new link-up between two Norfolk theatres.

“The buzz comes from creating something youngsters will believe is real and enjoy connecting with,” he added.

new-found friends the Lion, Tin Man and Scarecrow. Youngsters from local dance schools will join the professional cast, to share a journey also laced with magic, special effects, song and dance.

Sheringham theatre director Debbie Thompson said “We are really proud of our pantos which are popular with children and families – and puppets have become Toto is Dorothy’s trusty an important part of the sidekick from the magic and fun. We are traditional adventure story, The Wizard of Oz runs lucky to have the expertise but with an added bit of from 9 December to of the Norwich Puppet naughtiness, said panto 1 January. For tickets Theatre on our doorstep director Nick Earnshaw. and information contact to create these fabulous Sheringham Little Theatre the Sheringham Little Coco is the Wicked characters that our director Debbie Thompson Theatre on 01263 Witch’s accomplice, but is Toto and Coco with puppet maker Matt audiences will love.” says hello to her latest a simple soul who goes off Reeve from Norwich Puppet Theatre 822347 or visit The panto is based on pantomime cast members www.sheringhamliton tangents and will do the classic tale which anything for bananas, he added. Toto and Coco. tletheatre.com sees Dorothy head to the land of Oz with her Photos: Richard Batson “Last year we had two crocodile puppets Tick and Tock who went down really well with the children, so this year we have two more - but they will be much • FREE measuring and FREE Estimating • free local delivery! more part of the cast and plot,” said Mr Earnshaw.

Sheringham Little Theatre has teamed up with Norwich Puppet Theatre which has created the two stars for an all-action Wizard of Oz show.

Panto cast members will also be taught the art of puppetry in a workshop during rehearsals.

“Puppetry and acting are both about bringing a character to life, but while actors can use their faces, puppeteers have do it through arm actions. It is much harder than you can imagine,” added Mr Earnshaw. Toto and Coco were made by Norwichbased puppet maker Matt Reeve who said turning the director’s ideas into a character was “like creating a life”.

Working from sketches and constructing the two puppets from wire, foam, cord and fabric took more than four weeks.

Roughton WI

At the November meeting of Roughton WI, a cheque for £700 was presented to Roughton Scout Group.

NEw STOCK Ranges Now In! also offering Wet Rooms again.

WI Committee member Wendy Williams said “I am pleased that the Coffee Morning held at Felbrigg Farm was so successful and the proceeds are going to a very worthy local cause”.

The Scouts intend to make improvements to the kitchen at their Roughton Mill base.

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AL-HAQQ’S KITCHEN

STEVE BAILEY SERVICES Fencing - Gates - Sheds - Trellis

Your Local Specialist Cooker Cleaning Service

Tandoori Indian Takeaway HOME DELIVERY to Cromer, Suffield Park, Roughton & Northrepps on orders over £12 (Delivery charge applies) Opening hours 5pm - 11pm SEVEN DAYS A WEEK

Special offer every Thursday -

SUPPLIED AND INSTALLED REPAIRS AND REPLACEMENTS OF BROKEN POSTS & PANELS. REFELTING AND REPAIRING OF SHEDS & SUMMERHOUSES etc GARDEN MAINTENANCE

High quality, reliable, friendly service

Choice of set meal £7.25 or £7.75

Set meal (8 items inc salad & dips) £11.95

Tel: 01692 404031 / 404071

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For all makes of Washing Machines Dishwashers Cookers etc. No Call Out Charge

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HAMLYN PEST CONTROL Rat, Mouse, Wasp & Insect Treatment for all Domestic and Retail Premises at VERY COMPETITIVE RATES For a Professional, Friendly Service Call on 01263 860112

( or 01263 861587)

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Slating, Tiling, Re-Tiling & New Roofs, Flat Roofing, Leadwork, Guttering, + UPVc Fascia Works

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Interior and Exterior Painting Specialist with over 20 years experience Call 01263 512897 or 07534 097417 10% discout for Senior Citizens

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Painting / Decorating / Tiling / Woodwork / Odd Jobs Assembling flat packs, Putting up shelves, Pictures, Curtain poles Small Electrical / Changing light switches sockets & light fittings Small Plumbing work Fencing & Gatework / Garden work Clearing & Repairing gutters

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NORTH NORFOLK FENCING & LANDSCAPING Your Local Fencing & Landscaping Contractor

*Full Hot Tar and Chip Service now available* Very competitive prices - FREE ESTIMATES Covering all areas throughout Norfolk

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ALL GLASS - Holt

Problems with steamed up double glazing?

Replacement Sealed Unit Secondary double glazing Laminated & toughened glass Window films, safety, solar & security Caravan window replacement Glass cut to any size

Call 01263 713755 Unit 3E, Ind Est, Hempstead Rd, Holt

Little Gem Cleaning Services

Local cleaner, all indoor cleaning Hourly, weekly, monthly, or occasionally Call 07553 262970 Email LGcleaning@btinternet.com

J. E. PLASTERING & TILING Contact John 01692 406516 or 07442 677310

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Friendly & Reliable Service

Call Simon on 01692 536460 or mobile - 07710 680547

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Ian Ash Joiner & Installer From Cabinets to Conservatories

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

Tel. 01263 833798 Mob. 07771610349

HARRISON FENCING & LANDSCAPING

All types of fencing and hard landscaping All turfing needs - real turf or artificial Decking - Pergolas Tree and hedge work or removal Gates made to order, any shape or size

01263 663269 or 07747 024222

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

0800 6190540 / 07706617461 A North Walsham Company

The Company You Can Trust

A.R.Colk.& Son

Bathroom & Kitchen Specialist Complete Design & Installation Service

Call Alan or Simon For a free quote

Also General Plumbing Work Undertaken

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

Postles TV Aerial Installer

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All Domestic & Commercial Work

All Aspects of Tree Work Undertaken 24hr Emergency Service Free Quotations Supplier Of Firewood

Tel: 01692 409080 Mob: 07818 418447

Visit us at www.rbelltreeservices.co.uk Unit 6 Cornish Way, North Walsham NR28 0AW

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Mark Bristow

07798 680894 or 01263 649123 markbristow1@outlook.com

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R Bell Tree Services

NPTC Qualified and Insured Tree Surgeons 5 Million Public Liability Consultancy, Tree Surveys & Reports Hedge Trimming & Stump Grinding

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Aerial & Satellite Installation / Repairs

Kitchens, Bathrooms and all General Building repairs, alterations and improvements

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34 years Experience 0770 6617461 Reliable, Friendly, Service All work carried to a Natural Gasout & LPG high /standard Boilers Fires / Cookers johnrichardbeck@hotmail.com Installations / Servicing / Repairs Call John Beck System Power Flushing 01263 514201 or 07810Company 027233 A North Walsham

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City & Guild of London Established 1985

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All building, conversions, extensions & new-builds. Decorating & landscaping services

01263 824796 or 07917 809237 Call for a free estimate - no obligation rob_dbs@yahoo.co.uk

Need help with your Bookkeeping? VAT & Self-Assessment Tax Returns

Kelly Wright AAT qualified Give me a call on 07901 916539

jb Postle electrical retailer

Aerials & Satellite Dishes Aerials & Satellite Dishes Installed TVs Installed Wall Mounted TVs Wall Mounted

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CROMER AND SHERINGHAM PROBUS CLUB

On 9 January our speaker will be Mr Alex Bennett on the subject “Jewish Humour through the Ages”. If you are a retired or nearly retired professional or business man and would like to join us at one of our future meetings you will be warmly welcomed. Please contact our lunch secretary Dave Vickery on 01263 824306 or visit our website www.candsprobus.club for more information. Watch out for more news of our coffee morning on Tuesday 23 January!

On 7 November, after an excellent lunch, Cromer and Sheringham Probus club was treated to a very interesting talk, entitled ‘Museum Experiences’, by Lisa Little, who recently became the Museum & Collections Manager of the Sheringham Museum.

With a background in textile and costume conservation and as a social historian, she gave us an illustrated talk on some of the many interesting experiences and tasks of her career. Her first job, after years of study, was at Strangers’ Hall in Norwich (an old Elizabethan building), where she made accurate replica costumes for displays, SHERINGHAM WOODFIELDS SCHOOL interpreters and re-enactors. One task was to produce costumes for 100 people (mainly 01263 820520 children) with a budget of just £300! From Strangers’ Hall Lisa moved on to work for the Midday Supervisory Assistant Vacancy Norfolk Museums Service, where she ran events and study sessions. More recently she worked Sheringham Woodfields School is an outstanding complex needs school on the Nelson & Norfolk exhibition at Norwich in Norfolk for pupils aged 3-19. Castle Museum to conserve an enormous French We are looking to recruit a Midday Supervisory Assistant to join our school team. ensign (colours flag) captured in 1800 and measuring 16.5 by 18 metres! After describing You will be working as part of team of 7 assisting pupils with all daily routines other interesting objects Lisa went on to tell us during meal times. There will also be a requirement to support with play times, about her new post at the Sheringham Museum personal care and some medical/care support. (informally nicknamed ‘The Mo’), where she is Full induction and training will be given to the successful applicant. responsible for a large and varied collection, This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children including 8 boats (including lifeboats), postcards, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS many paintings and photos and various displays, check will be require along with other statutory safeguarding checks. numbering approximately 15,000 objects. Working hours will be Part time (8.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday) Term time We much enjoyed the talk and presentation, plus 1 week. Scale a, Point 6, £7.78 per hour and Lisa was thanked by the Chairman, Jack Please contact the school for an application form, or visit the school website Broughton. www.sheringhamwoodfields.co.uk Our next meeting at The Links Hotel, West or email recruitment@sheringhamwoodfields.norfolk.sch.uk Runton, will be on Tuesday 5 December for Closing Date December 11th 2017 our Christmas lunch. T O P P R I C E S

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Ask Mark or Michael for advice on investment buying

Stocking a very comprehensive selection of Antique & Modern Jewellery at the keenest possible prices for all tastes

Large selection of practical Christening Presents & Silver gifts

Exclusive Agency for world famous Eco Drive Citizen & Signature Watches (5yr G’tee), Royla London, Time Co., Cannibal and 9ct Watches Striking Weight clocks, Barometers, Travel and Miniature Alarms and Wall Time-Pieces Cufflinks, Pens, Jewellery for him, Marcasite, Amber Jewellery for her/him, SOS Talisman & Copper Bangles for both

Now stocking Silver Passion Bead Originals from £7.95 each Top Quality Jewellery repairs at Competitive Prices (with weekly service) Watch Batteries fitted while you wait. Large selection of Watch Straps & Bracelets

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News from Kelling Model Flying Club

Kelling Model Flying Club was founded in 1977 and is dedicated to the pursuit of flying model aircraft at our superb facilities and is affiliated to the British Model Flying Association. We have about 50 members both social and flying who build and fly a wide variety of models ranging from serene soaring gliders to sporty aerobatic types and elegant scale models. The club has a wealth of experience in its ranks to cater for all levels of ability and includes both instructors and examiners who are more than willing to encourage and assist any prospective modellers in pursuit of the hobby. Whether you are an experienced aero modeller or a raw beginner you will be made most welcome and we would love to meet you.

Our home is the full-size airfield at the Muckleburgh Military Collection in Weybourne, North Norfolk. This fantastic

site has a choice of two grass runways and has stunning views over the beautiful North Norfolk Coastline. The airfield is popular with full-size aircraft pilots too and we sometimes get visits from light aircraft, microlights and the occasional helicopter. Flying rules ensure that a safe and a happy relationship is maintained between the full-size and miniature aviation. Our Club caravan includes wc facilities and provides shelter in changing weathers or just a place to sit and take in the surroundings. We are also very fortunate in having the use of a superb inland flying strip at Binham, owned by a Club member where various flying events are held together with the occasional barbecue.

We are a very friendly and sociable Club and

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occasionally organise trips and outings to other modelling based events which have always proved popular amongst the members. This year we were pleased to support the Cromer Lifeboat Day where Club members exhibited many of their aircraft and were happy to chat with passers-by.(see photo) Our Club meetings are held at the Morley Club Sheringham, on the second Wednesday of each month from 7:30pm where we enjoy a pint and a natter over all things modelling.

If you have ever considered taking up the hobby or would like to join us, we would love to hear from you. Our Club secretary can be contacted at awjenkins@sky.com or you can apply via our extensive website at www.kellingfliers.co.uk which contains many pictures and articles about the Club and its activities

Do you like a good chat? Do you enjoy meeting people? Would you like a new interest?

If you answered yes to any of these, then why not join our friendly team of volunteers who work to enrich the lives of local older people? If you can spare anything from a couple of days a week to a couple of hours a month and live in the North Norfolk area, we would love to hear from you. No special experience is needed, if you can smile and say hello you can brighten up someone’s day and you will be surprised at how much fun you’ll have doing it. For further details call in at 35b Cremer Street, Sheringham or telephone 01263 821188.

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CROMER TOWN COUNCIL

NORTH LODGE, OVERSTRAND ROAD, CROMER, NR27 0AH Telephone 01263 512254 www.cromertown.org or use QR code opposite Twitter @north_lodge Facebook @CromerTown Council

Contacts: Julie Chance PSLCC, Town Clerk clerk@cromer-tc.gov.uk Janet Warner PSLCC, Deputy Clerk deputy@cromer-tc.gov.uk The Clerk and Deputy Clerk are often in meetings so it is recommended that you telephone or email to make an appointment before visiting the offices.

Town Council and Committee Meetings: The full schedule of meeting dates for 2017 and 2018 can be found on the Town Council website and noticeboards. A leaflet containing the schedule of meetings is available from the Town Council Office. Members of the public are welcome at all meetings, which are held at North Lodge unless stated otherwise. Agendas and minutes of meetings are available from the Town Council website.

CROMER CHRISTMAS EVENTS

Christmas Tree & Nativity Festival in Cromer Parish Church Weds 29 November 11am to 4pm Thurs 30 November 11am to 4pm Fri 01 December 10am to 5pm Sat 02 December 10am to 7pm

Christmas Market Sat 02 December Cromer Parish Church, Parish Hall, Garden Street, New Street & High Street 10am to 7pm

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Santa’s Grotto Sat 02 December Cromer Parish Hall 12noon to 4pm Santa will be feeding the reindeer outside the Parish Church at 11:30am

Christmas Light Switch On – Sat 02 December Street entertainers from 2pm to 5pm. Switch on entertainment starts around 4.00pm and the lights will be turned on at 5.30pm outside the Parish Church. Please note that timings are approximate CIVIC CELEBRATION & COMMUNITY CAROL CONCERT 3pm, Sunday 03 December 2017, Cromer Parish Church. All welcome Chains and medals may be worn. Retiring collection for R.N.L.I., Friends of Cromer Hospital and Community First Responders

CALLING ARTISTS AND GLASS WORKERS As part of a project to refurbish the chapel at the main Cromer Cemetery it is hoped to replace the small opaque glass panels in the windows with scenes depicting Cromer. Please could any artists or organisations who would like to design a scene and any glass workers contact the Town Clerk for further information.

FLYING OF CROMER FLAG Why not mark a special occasion by arranging to have the Cromer Flag flown from the flagpole outside Cromer Church. We charge a ÂŁ25 fee all of which goes to the War Memorial Restoration Fund.

CROMER WAR MEMORIAL Works to restore the war memorial have commenced with the removal of the figures of St George, the soldier, the sailor, the airman and the Red Cross nurse. Replacement figures will be installed in the spring at which time the works to the rest of the memorial will be carried out.

Information on any meetings or matters arising can be obtained from the Town Clerk on 01263 512254.

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

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CAROLS AT CHRISTMAS: with traditional carols and readings Sun 17th Dec | Parish Church | 7pm

CHRISTMAS EVE CHRISTINGLE: Two celebration services for all ages on Christmas Eve Parish Church | 2.45pm and 4.45pm Doors open 30 mins before each service - numbers limited to 450 at each COMMUNION: Traditional | Parish Church | 11pm CHRISTMAS DAY COMMUNION: Traditional | Parish Church | 9am CHRISTMAS DAY CELEBRATION: A simple service for all ages Parish Church | 10.45am www.cromer-church.org.uk

Date

03-Dec 04-Dec

GMT

04:39 11:41

17:23 00:02 05:29 12:28

05-Dec

18:05 00:50 06:18 13:14

06-Dec

18:48 01:38 07:09 14:00

07-Dec

19:33 02:27 08:01 14:44

08-Dec

20:17 03:18 08:53 15:29

09-Dec

21:03 04:12 09:48 16:15 21:54

Cromer Tides Height

Tide

0.87 m

L

4.93 m

H

4.93 m

H

5.15 m

H

5.10 m

H

5.28 m

H

5.21 m

H

5.32 m

H

5.23 m

H

5.25 m

H

5.17 m

H

5.07 m

H

5.05 m

H

4.82 m

H

4.86 m

H

1.01 m 0.72 m 0.79 m 0.66 m 0.66 m 0.69 m 0.61 m 0.82 m 0.65 m 1.03 m 0.77 m 1.30 m

L L L

Date

10-Dec

11-Dec 12-Dec

L L

13-Dec

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4.65 m

H

4.28 m

H

4.45 m

H

4.13 m

H

4.35 m

H

4.11 m

H

4.34 m

H

4.20 m

H

4.41 m

H

4.33 m

H

4.50 m

H

4.49 m

H

1.14 m 1.83 m 1.29 m 1.99 m 1.36 m

20:33

1.99 m

09:32

1.36 m

02:32 21:42 03:33 10:27 16:15

16-Dec

H

1.58 m

22:51

15:27 15-Dec

Tide

17:06

14:26 14-Dec

Height

4.53 m

0.95 m

10:48

13:14

L L

GMT

05:10

22:38 04:23 11:12

16:53 23:25

1.87 m 1.33 m 1.69 m 1.28 m 1.50 m

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Talking Therapy

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A very Merry Christmas to everyone. Treat your loved one to a relaxing, hot stone or therapeutic massage for Christmas. Gift vouchers available now. I offer a unique approach to Chiropractic, manual therapy, massage and rehabilitation exercise & advice.

E. info@body-wise-health.co.uk T. 01263 340230 www.body-wise-health.co.uk Bullen Business Hub, Central Road, Cromer NR27 9BW

for those times when we need a little help......

07554 813561 01263 768554 Susan Adams S.A.C. Dip.

Counselling, Grief & Bereavement Counselling ABC Award

Cromer Community & Hospital Friends Hospital Cup members of the committee ran the raffle. The Hospital. Darts Competition Chairman and Vice Chairman provided a buffet

The competition was held on Sunday 15 October - many thanks to Cromer Social Club for providing the venue.

The event was well attended, with some new faces on the darts scene.

Cindy Dennis organised the order of play and

tea.

We raised £350 after expenses of trophies and £80 was given away in cash prizes. This was helped by a generous donation by our sponsors – A G Brown Builders Ltd. for the Friends our aim at present to raise funds towards extended services on the horizon for Cromer

The winners of the competition were Gordon Nicholls & Cindy Dennis and the runners up, Mark Bradshaw and Sara Hayward.

Many thanks to all who attended.

Shirley Davies, Chairman Viv Bateman, Vice Chairman Cindy Dennis, Committee member

2017/18 3rd Amateur Billiards Ranking Event – Groundhog Day for Nichols On 12 November at the Cambridge Snooker Centre Dave Nichols repeated the win he had in the second ABC tournament with a win over Teessider Darren Kell.

Nichols again took the highest break prize with a fine 155 break in the first round.

The win was not without its ‘lairy’ moments, a 124 break against Mark Graham with the last break of the match overcame a 60 point deficit after Grahams 95 break.

Similarly, in the semi, Phil Mumford had a 122 break, but Nichols countered that with a 123 and then ran out with the scores almost level with a 60 unfinished.

Cromer Fit Together Walks

If you are new to Fit Together, please arrive 20 mins early. For more information contact Melanie Brown on 07766 259999. Monday 4 December – 10:30am - Alby Walk – Grade 3 – Approx. 3.5 miles – A flat grass and field edge path walk crossing fields and farmland. Meet at Alby Craft Centre CP, Cromer Rd, Erpingham, NR11 7QE.

Kell beat travelling companion Mark ‘Buster Hatton in the first round and Chris Achilles in the semi-final and was consistent throughout but could not balance Nichols’ robust scoring in the final. Hatton had the consolation of taking the plate from Derby veteran Dave Rees Messrs Payne and Whittle making the semi-final.

from making the semi.

Earlier, Eva Palmius had a notable victory in defeating Craig Fitzpatrick and reaching the quarter finals, losing out by just 43 points

This result means Nichols is now ranked number 1 in the national standings in the absence of Rob Hall.

Thursday 7 December - Weybourne Mince Pie Walks - 2 miles. Meet at Weybourne Village Hall CP, Beach Rd, Weybourne, NR25 7AH., at 1.30pm for amble or 1.45 for walk. Mince pies and tea/ coffee/mulled wine/fruit punch for £3 after.

Thursday 14 December – 10:30am - Cromer Town & Views Walk – Grade 2 to 3 – Approx. 2.8 miles – A walk with moderate/steep gradients on pavement, dirt, grass and gravel paths. Meet at the North Norfolk Information Centre, Louden Rd, Cromer, NR27 9EF (parking charges apply).

Thursday 14 December – 1pm - Cromer Doctors’ Surgery and Upper prom Bookable Walk – Advanced Grade 1 – Approx. 1 mile – A walk on paved surfaces with gentle gradients and breathtaking views. Meet at the Cromer Docs’ Surgery, 48 Overstrand Rd, Cromer, NR27 0AJ (parking along road). (Wheel chair friendly but kerbs. Book this walk on (01263) 519405 by 3pm on Wednesday 13 December.

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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Come and visitOpen our new New Showroom from 4Showroom April 2017 Open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 10am to 2pm (Other times available by appointment)

Established in1991, Sheringham Windows boasts thousands of satisfied customers throughout the region. We hold FENSA certification, the industry standard for replacement windows and doors, trusted by consumers and local authorities. Our fitters are time served local craftsmen, ensuring you receive the very best quality of workmanship at all times. Whether you require a single window or complete garden room you can be assured of the very best service.

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