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Issue no 538 March 31st 2018
100 Red Parasols on Cromer Pier
A procession of 100 women of all ages all carrying red parasols wound their way down to Cromer’s promenade and onto the pier to celebrate unity on International Women’s Day earlier this month.
The parade was organised by Dr Sarah Lowndes as part of an arts venture called Kunsthalle Cromer and also marked the centenary of some women – those who were over the age of 30 and householders – getting the vote in Britain.
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REGULAR EVENTS UPDATE
We are undertaking a review of our Regular Events page and would request that all clubs/organisations who would like to be included in the listings on our new page email details across to editor.nwt@rosevillapublications.co.uk by Monday 15 April latest. Please note that criteria for this page is that each listing is strictly non-profit making/charitable status.
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The winning photographers in this year's photo competition from the New Year’s Day Fireworks were Kenneth Freeman and Robert Hubbard.
The following organisations have received grants from the New Year’s Day Fireworks bucket collection : • Friends of Cromer Hospital (in memory of Mary Northway) £100 • Seaview Playschool £1000 • Friends of North Lodge Park £250 • Cromer VEO Children’s Activity Week £500 • Cromer VEO Art Week £300 • Cromer Girl Guiding £500 • Crazee Kids Club £150 • North Norfolk Community Transport £250 • Cromer Christmas Lights £1500 • War Memorial Restoration £1000 • About with Friends £500
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Resurfacing work on Cromer’s West Promenade is completed
North Norfolk District Council-funded project moves a step nearer to being finished
Resurfacing work has been completed as part of North Norfolk District Council’s £1.5m investment in the regeneration of Cromer’s West Promenade.
It marks the latest step in the programme of long-term improvements that will help develop the tourism potential of the town and improve the facilities for the district’s residents.
Previous work completed as part of this project has included: - a new children’s play area with under water mural - a new catering kiosk - new facilities including showers, disabled showers and toilets - the refurbishment of the viewing turrets, including the reinstatement of windows - the installation of solar lighting along paths - the refurbishment of the iconic white steps, including new lighting - the installation of mains lighting along the prom and in the Anglian Water building and viewing turrets - external repairs to the Art Deco block - new beach hut sites - new disabled-accessible picnic tables - the re-organisation of disabled parking to improve pedestrian access
Cllr Becky Palmer, NNDC Cabinet Member for Leisure, said “The regeneration of the West Prom will help enhance Cromer as a premier tourist destination, and the fresh new look and improved facilities will also benefit residents.
“It is great news that the resurfacing work has been completed, as we move towards the completion of this programme of improvements. “The West Prom is already looking smarter than it has done for many years, and this work will make it even better.”
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CROMER AND DISTRICT GARDEN SOCIETY
March’s meeting was very well attended and we were pleased to see six visitors on the evening as well as a new member. The reason for the good turnout had a lot to do with the speaker as Simon White from Peter Beales’ Roses knows more than most about the care of what is still seen as the country’s favourite flower.
Simon’s topic was focused on climbers and ramblers. Whether it is a wall, pergola, tree, arch, obelisk, fence or the garden shed that needs to be covered there is a rose that will do the job. Roses are a very versatile plant. Many varieties were recommended. “City of York” is a magnet for bees and butterflies and is particularly suited to the sandy soils of North Norfolk. “Chevy Chase” only has one flush but it lasts for up to eight weeks, “New Dawn” will repeat flower through to December while “Guinee”, if in full sun and good soil, has the most fantastic scent of all roses and it is a repeat flowering variety. A number of tips were passed on to ensure that growers get the best out of their plants. If against a wall or fence then roses should be planted at least eighteen inches away from the wall or fence and as ramblers and climbers can be vigorous then at least seven feet should be allowed between each plant if a line of plants is being planted to give them the space they need to grow properly. A 50/50 mix of skimmed milk and water will be a deterrent against mildew if you do not like the idea of using chemical sprays. Roses love water and it is not an exaggeration to say that they can never get enough, a point that is often overlooked in dry spells when gardeners will water lawns, vegetables and salad crops but not roses. Ramblers and climbers can be grown in pots as long as the pots are at least 15 to 18 inches wide. John Innes No 3 is the ideal growing medium. Pruning can be done with shears if the intricacies of pruning described in some gardening books seems complicated. The above is only a fraction of the advice and tips we were given. As a bonus the speaker brought along a wide variety of plants that were sold at less than half the retail price so it was a fine way to end what had been an excellent evening.
The meeting in April is taken up by our members’ spring show. With two exceptionally cold spells only recently behind us it is to be hoped that enough has survived to make it a worthwhile evening.
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Cromer RNLI never stop preparing for a ‘shout’
Even though adverse weather conditions prevented them from carrying out their usual Sunday morning launch practising, volunteers at RNLI Cromer were still busy when the crew participated in dry training.
REPORT OF THE AGM OF THE STRAND CLUB
As we looked back over the previous year, we felt we deserved a gentle pat on the back. Our Club has gone from strength to strength under Jackie's expert chairmanship. Our committee makes a good team and the fun we have reflects in the atmosphere of the Club.
We have had many entertaining afternoons including a musical quiz by Miriam and Tony and a very interesting talk by Eddie Anderson. The Marsham Belles delighted us at Christmas and joined us in enjoying the Christmas buffet.
There were various tasks which included undertaking a challenge to move dead Fred from one side of the gantry to the other. Splitting into two teams, each team had to set up a breaches buoy system and move dead Fred successfully.
Now we can look forward to the coming year with talks from Seal Watch in April, Ben's Workforce (part of the Benjamin Foundation) in July and a representative from Stalham Fire Museum in September.
After the business of the AGM was complete, Jackie taxed our brains with a visual quiz. She showed us a series of close-ups of places in and around Overstrand. We recognised most of them after a lot of hmming and hahing! They were hard though and we felt we had more than earned our tea and biscuits afterwards.
Later activities involved updating with RNLI crew Horizon notices, local knowledge LOP, initial training PPE, roles and responsibilities and fire evacuation plan. An excellent morning from our hardworking crew.
Our meetings begin at 2pm on the second Wednesday in every month except August. Please look out for our posters dotted around Overstrand and feel free to come along and try us out any time. We just charge visitors £2 at the door to cover refreshments and raffle tickets are available separately. For further information please contact Jackie, Chairman, on 720866, or Chris, Secretary, on 579433. We look forward to meeting you.
Cromer Society Events for April
Wednesday 4 April 2pm Cromer Society Poetry Group - this month’s selection of poems was chosen in February. Further details from Arthur Windridge 01263 515138
Saturday 28 April Cromer Society Excursion to the Maddermarket Theatre Norwich Matinee Performance of Habeas Corpus by Alan Bennet - coach leaves the bus station Cromer at 1pm calling at North Lodge Gate and The Surgery. Further details from June Rattle 01263 510003
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Tale Dolce Musica at Beeston Regis
All Saints Church Beeston Regis are embarking upon a series of events to raise funds to install a much needed toilet in the Church.
The first of these is a concert on Saturday 21 April when Tale Dolce Musica will be in concert in the Church at 7.30pm.
Tale Dolce Musica is an ensemble which was formed in 2010 and comprises some of the most experienced musicians in Norfolk. They have enjoyed many positive reviews and have given many recitals throughout the county.
Literally translated as ‘Such Sweet Music’, Tale Dolce Musica comprises Anna Hopkins (flute), Neil Johnson (oboe), John Mason (bassoon), David Morgan (harpsichord) and Meg Starling (soprano). Their varied concert programme will include music for wind instruments and harpsichord from the baroque era as well as popular music for both soprano and wind instruments.
Tickets at £8 each (which will include a glass of wine) will be available on the night but preferably in advance either from Hugh Adamson 01263 837668 or Martin Braybrook 01263 512342.
Concert in aid of Cromer and District Food Bank
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The EastCoastArtz Exhibition will be held at the Henry Blogg Museum Cromer (NR27 9ET) from 7 until15 April (closed Mondays) from 10am – 4pm.
There will be work by local artists reflecting life on the coast through painting, textiles and sculpture.
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St Austin’s Choir from Wakefield will be in concert in St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Sheringham on Saturday 7 April at 3pm.
There is no charge, but there is a retiring collection which will all go towards supporting the Cromer and District Food Bank and the temporarily homeless.
The choir will perform a wide range of works from composers including Bruckner, Palestrina, Victoria, Mozart, Faure, Rutter, Granger and Handel.
We are most fortunate to have St Austin’s choir of 25 members come to sing for us and we thank the Director of Music, Patrick Ganley for agreeing to come.
Afternoon Tea
Are you fed up with sitting in every afternoon? Would you like some company?
On the first Monday of every month 3pm – 5pm we put on a free Afternoon Tea at the Cromer Christian Fellowship on Norwich Road. We provide savouries, tea, coffee and wonderful homemade cake.
Most months we hope to have a craft activity that you can join in. There are board games available and there is chat and laughter.
We would love you to join us. If you are fed up with winter and sitting around at home alone, come and join in. Bring your old craft project that you want to finish, learn a new craft or give help to someone else. Play scrabble or dominoes, or just sit and eat cake!
Make new friends and have a laugh. On Mayday we hope to upgrade to a BBQ outside in the car park (weather dependent) so please plan to be with us.
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‘An English Concert’ to celebrate St George’s Day in Upper Sheringham Church on Sunday 22 April at 2.30pm – a programme of light and popular music to provide entertainment for all with the Cromer & Sheringham Brass Band. Admission £5. All welcome WW1 Tribute Concert with the Iceni Choir directed by James Lilwall at St Mary’s Church, Reepham on 21 April at 7.30pm - an evening of music to commemorate the WW1. Tickets from Beverley Cooper 01362 858185, beverleycooper@icenichoir.org, katie.l.hewson@icloud.com or there may be some held on the door but these are not guaranteed NORTH EAST NORFOLK BIRD CLUB - New Event for 2018 on Sunday 15 April 10am - 12.30pm – SKYWATCH - Join us to look for raptors and other soaring birds in the sky above this spectacular grassland site; with a vast panoramic view of the Cromer to Holt Ridge to the south and west, and the coast to the north.
Free parking. Enter the cemetery site from the main coast road (A149), continue through the double entrance gates and turn immediately right. Drive slowly through to the field at the end, where you can park. Bring binoculars (some spares available to borrow) and telescopes if you have them and a chair to sit on. There are no facilities on site, the nearest are in Sheringham. Meet the leaders on site: Moss Taylor and Lin Pateman
Concert ‘Lux’ Choral Music for the 21st Century featuring works by Lauridsen, Goodall, Keitch and Gjeilo on the theme of light. Beautiful melodic modern music with no fear of dissonance! Saturday 28 April at 7.30 pm at Cromer Parish Church. David Ballard conducts Sheringham & Cromer Choral Society with soloists Rosamund Walton soprano, Lawrence Thackeray tenor, Dhilan Gnanadurai baritone. Tickets: £12 (£15 on the door), under 18s free. Box Office Tel: 01263 822347 or
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Mundesley Village Cinema at Coronation Hall 26 Cromer Road, Mundesley, NR11 8BE - Paddington 2 Cert (PG) on Tuesday 10 April at 7.30pm, doors open at 7pm. Tickets on door adults £5 under 15 £2.50. Refreshments available. Doors open 30mins before screening. Find out more at www.mundesley.org/film. Facebook MundesleyVillageCinema
Spring Fair on Saturday 7 April from 2.30pm at Gresham Village Hall (NR11 8RT) - cakes - books - cards gifts - bric-a-brac - Fairtrade stall tombola - raffle - competitions etc and tea & coffee served. Organised by Gresham Methodist Chapel in aid of Chapel Funds
Monday 2 April, Easter Monday at Aylmerton Village Hall 10am till 12 noon - Hot Cross Buns, coffee, egg decorating, tombola, raffle and Claire's nearly new clothes
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Explore and learn about the countryside this Easter Join our ranger team and helpers at Holt Country Park and Bacton Woods for Easter fun Rangers will be on hand this Easter to deliver some informative and creative children's activities during the school holidays.
North Norfolk District Council will be hosting Fancy Dress Easter Egg Trails at Holt Country Park and Bacton Woods as well as a treasure hunt that aims to help children learn more about the different types of wildlife eggs. On successful completion of the trail children will earn an Easter delight! There will also be an opportunity to make a mini wildflower garden to take home. Fancy dress is optional, prizes will be awarded for the best efforts. Tickets are priced at £5. Trail times: Tuesday 3 April , 10am-12pm, Holt Country Park
Cromer Community Open Day Saturday 21st April 2018 - 10am to 4.00pm Parish Hall, Church Street, Cromer Age Concern
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presenting 'Dog Day Afternoon', one of the all-time greats of cinema, on Thursday 5 April. Al Pacino and John Cazale star in this classic siege drama finding themselves unwilling hostage takers whilst holding up a bank. A balanced combination of comedy and serious drama. Doors open at 7pm at Northrepps Village Hall for refreshments/bar. Film commences at 7.30pm. Admission £5
Come and help us to raise funds to fix the roof of St Mary's Church in Northrepps by joining us for tea and cake at Northrepps Village Hall on Sunday 22 April, 2.30pm - 4.30pm. Second-hand book stall and raffle
Coffee Morning National Care Homes Open Day on 21 April 10am to 2pm at Royal British Legion Halsey House, 31 Norwich Road, Cromer, NR27 0BA. Refreshments, raffle, see what we do, view career opportunities. Admission is free. In aid of Residents Amenities Fund
Tuesday 3 April , 12.45pm-2.45pm, Holt Country Park Thursday 5 April, 10am-12pm, Bacton Woods Thursday 5 April, 12.45pm-2.45pm, Bacton Woods
To book tickets, visit www.north-norfolk.gov.uk/book.
In the second week of the Easter break, North Norfolk District Council will be hosted two more events to keep the family entertained - Spectacular snakes and amphibians & Woodland Explorers. Both events are at Holt Country Park and pre-booking is required.
In addition to the countryside events the usual programme of children's activities will be on offer at the North Norfolk District Council-managed community sports centres at Stalham, North Walsham and Cromer during the Easter holidays. All-day activities are priced at £10. To make things easier for parents, there is the added option of arranging early drop-offs and late pick-ups for just £2. Again these are available to bookable now at www.north-norfolk.gov.uk/book For further details, contact Colin Brown, Sports and Countryside Manager, on 01263 516001.
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A Concert full of light
Sheringham and Cromer Choral Society return to Cromer Parish Church on Saturday 28 April at 7.30 pm to present a wonderful programme of 21st century choral music celebrating the theme of Light. This may be a 'modern' music concert but guaranteed to be highly melodic and no fear of dissonance! This promises to be an evening of beautiful music with a line-up of top class soloists.
Musical Director, David Ballard says "This might just be the project I’ve worked on as a musician that I’m most excited about. I don’t care if you like choral music or not you need to come and listen. Great contemporary music, great soloists, and a choir who want to show you they love it. Be there."
David's enthusiasm is infectious and no wonder when you consider that the concert will feature a major work by Howard Goodall CBE who will be familiar to many as the presenter of many television programmes with a musical theme and as the prodigious composer of musicals, choral music and a multitude of television theme music such as Blackadder, Mr Bean and, possibly, most popular The Vicar of Dibley. Eternal Light: A Requiem was originally commissioned by Rambert Dance Company as a choral-orchestral-dance piece and has quickly earned a firm place in the choral repertoire.
Also on the programme are works by the widely performed American composer Morten Lauridsen, the Norwegian Ola Gjeilo and the Devon-based composer of sacred music Graham Keitch whose works are rapidly becoming popular and frequently performed by choirs and in cathedrals around the world. This is a concert not to be missed.
Tickets £12 (£15 on the door), under 18s FREE are available now from Sheringham Little Theatre box office 01263 822347 or online at www.sheringhamlittletheatre.com
Monday 9 April 10am – 2pm Join us at the ACT Centre, St. Michael’s Avenue, Aylsham, NR11 6YA
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Nuclear Room and new Tornado Cockpit go on show at Soviet era art exhibition last autumn, which Radar Museum for new season
A restored Nuclear War Reporting Room, a Tornado Cockpit and a German WWII aircraft canon are among the exciting new attractions at the RAF Air Defence Radar Museum as it opens for RAF 100 Anniversary season.
The popular RAF Radar Museum, near Horning in The Broads, opened on Saturday 24 March for the 2018 season. The once top secret radar establishment occupies the site of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s longest continuously operating radar station and is the biggest museum in North Norfolk. The museum has doubled its opening times and will now be open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday through to the end of the autumn half term at the beginning of November.
New this season is the restored Nuclear Reporting Cell, which tells the story of how the base was used in the Cold War to warn and track a nuclear attack and fallout if one occurred. The Nuclear Reporting Cell was formerly staffed by the Royal Observer Corp (ROC) and will have giga counters and fall out protective suits on display. It will include information on warning times of attack and monitoring and surveillance. It will also have information on the Dooms Day Clock used to measure the
likely risk of a worldwide nuclear catastrophe. Also recently acquired is the German Dornier 217 canon retrieved from the Dornier which was shot down by a crew from 68 Fighter Squadron, based at Coltishall, on the night of 30 July 1942 over Salthouse Marshes.
A Tornado Cockpit joins the two other cockpits this season and will be housed with the Jaguar cockpit in the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;hanger roomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. The Tornado saw active service in the first Gulf War and the aircraftâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s full history will form part of the display. Steps will enable visitors to look inside the cockpit and also to access the rear of the cockpit to experience the view that the co-pilot would have.
The museum will be celebrating the centenary of the RAF which was formed on 1 April 1918. The museum will have a timeline showing the important milestones in the RAF and Radar and the baseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own history. The museum will also have a number of special activities throughout the year to celebrate and commemorate the anniversary. The museum will have 3 special exhibitions this year, building on the success of its
brought lots of first time visitors to the museum, especially women and children.
Over the winter the museum has been busy doubling the size of its reception and shop area. This has enabled the museum to sell some exciting and unique new gift ranges and second-hand books. A new disabled access ramp has also been installed so that everyone can now use the same entrance.
Museum Manager, Gregory Hayman said â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The museum has added another room to its existing 20 rooms meaning that we can have more exciting and interesting exhibits on display from our collection of over 10,000 items. We believe that we have things of interest here for everyone, from those who served in the forces to people who want to know about the part radar played in the Battle of Britain and terrifying reality of the Cold War and the threat of nuclear destruction.â&#x20AC;?
The museum has also improved its offer to schools, producing learning journeys and materials that will feed into more parts of the school curriculum.
Says Gregory â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The role that the museum plays in developing our offer as a provider of education materials is important in encouraging young people to think about careers in science and technology.â&#x20AC;?
The museum is open from 10am - 5pm from Saturday 24 March and in addition to the regular open days, is also open on Easter Bank Holiday Monday and the two May bank holiday Mondays as well as the summer one.
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When I first wrote this article, Bella was still missing. However, I was delighted to receive a call this morning to say that she had been trapped and, although a little thinner, was now safely home again. In this instance the cat escaped from its carrier on leaving the vets as the door had not been secured properly. As Bella was an indoor cat she was particularly vulnerable. Fortunately, someone living close by gave permission for the trap to be set in his garden. We find most people, especially cat lovers, are only too happy to help in these circumstances and, although on occasions, other cats, and even hedgehogs, have been caught first, they can empathise with the person who has lost their cat. We have helped lots of people over the years by lending traps to catch the cats and know how stressful this is for them. Like most escapees, it took a few days for Bella to show her face but, from experience, we find that very few move far from the place where they were lost. The owner is very grateful to the gentleman who helped by letting her put a trap in his garden, the second time this has happened recently. Let’s hope there is not a third!
Now that spring is in the air the kind people with the two colonies where we still have cats to catch to be neutered are now setting their traps again. One cat was recently caught and taken to the vets but, unfortunately, it had already been neutered, as was discovered on the operating table. The original
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The mild spell of weather saw all the hedgehogs in the outside huts awake from hibernation. It's good to know they have all survived.
With this in mind, Luna and Happy were collected by their finders to be released into an enclosed area, where they have provided nest boxes and food, prior to releasing into the wild. Henrietta arrived on 15 March. Luckily her finders knew she was small (350grms) and, with another cold spell coming, she would be struggling. She is eating well and should not have to be in care to long.
operation took place before we, and our vets, became involved with the colony. Our vets have now tipped her ear, which is the usual practice when dealing with feral colonies, so she if she is caught in the trap again she can be released immediately.
Several of the cats taken in from the multi cat household recently have now left for new homes. As Rosie, a very friendly little cat who often happens there was lots of loves to play interest in Tripod, the three legged cat and, after having a dental, she hardly had time to settle before leaving us. Spotty, Darcy and Taz have also had interest in them and, providing their homes are suitable, they too could be leaving soon. This leaves Treacle a lovely friendly black girl, Arwen a gentle black and white girl and Gandaulf, our lovely white lad. I am happy to report that Gandaulf, as expected, is quite a handsome fellow now that his scars have disappeared. Four slightly older cats have also come into care recently. Rosie and Milly are about 7 years old, and Pepper and Archie, two lovely big boys who are slightly younger. Ludo and Leonard two young cats are also looking for new homes and, again, there has already been some interest in these cats.
If you are interested in receiving help to neuter your cat/kitten, please ring 07880 256948 it (to see if you are eligible for a voucher). This number is for vouchers only and will not be able to help with any other enquiries. The number also applies for those wishing to take advantage of our special neutering campaign. If you are looking for a cat or kitten (or have any other queries) please give Stephanie a call on 01692 535858. Alternatively you can visit www.northwalsham.cats.org.uk/ for a description and photographs of the cats before giving us a call on the above number to find out where any particular cat is being fostered.
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“A friend for life” is how Ronald Bloxham describes North Norfolk health made following a hospital stay, with Richard supports the partnership. “Ronald and Richard volunteer Richard Fry
Ronald was referred to the service through an integrated care coordinator from his GP practice to have social contact as he lived alone and also to support him to use his laptop to send emails and use the internet.
Richard applied to become a volunteer with Voluntary Norfolk’s North Norfolk Health Volunteers Service. He applied as he wanted to have that connection with an older person again after having such a close relationship with his grandparents who he has sadly lost. He also wanted to ‘give something back’ and find a work/life balance.
Following their introduction, Ronald joyfully reports that they have become “great friends”, quickly developing a great rapport. His partnership with Richard has helped him settle into residential care, a decision he
continuing to visit him. They both enjoy each other’s company immensely and look forward to seeing each other.
During each visit there is a mutual respect and a great deal of chatting about all sorts of topics. Richard describes his visits as giving him a “different dimension to my working week and it’s nice to give something back”. They both agree that they equally get something out of the befriending partnership and that it shouldn’t just be one sided.
“Volunteering is always a two-way street” says Natalie Hickman, the Voluntary Norfolk coordinator who made the introductions and
Cromer and Sheringham Probus Club On Tuesday 6 February, the Cromer and Sheringham Probus Club was given a lively and most informative talk by Dr Paul Richards, entitled ‘England and the Hanseatic League: the Wash Ports’. Dr Richards, an honorary alderman and former mayor of Kings Lynn, focussed his talk on Kings Lynn and on Boston, while bringing some other ports, notably Hull and Ipswich, also into the picture.
It was amazing to discover how important both Kings Lynn and Boston were in past centuries, both for the export of cloth and wool and for the import of goods such as furs, wood and wax from Hanseatic ports in the Baltic. These ports were significant for trade as they both had large hinterlands and this fact is reflected in the history of these towns’ buildings and churches.
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Voluntary Norfolk is keen to hear from anyone across North Norfolk, who would like to become a Health Volunteer. If you are 18 years old or over, enjoy meeting and spending time with other people, and can put aside an hour or so a week to change a life and make a new friend, please contact Natalie Hickman on 01263 519454 or natalie.hickman@voluntarynorfolk.org.uk
The Hanseatic League was renewed in 1980 with the name Hansa and has 190 member towns from 16 different countries, including four towns in the UK. Two of these are the Scottish ports of Aberdeen and Leith. After time for questions, the Chairman thanked Dr Richards for a most enjoyable and well-illustrated talk.
Our next meeting at The Links Hotel, West Runton, will be on Tuesday 3 April, when (after lunch) our speaker will be Chris Boxall on the subject of ‘Houghton Hall and Walpole’.
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Any original items of Second World War Homefront / Norfolk / RAF / ARP / Home Guard items or memorabilia for a new display at the RAF Marham Aviation Heritage Centre opening this summer. Tel 07919 182990 Any donations of wool gratefully received. Whatever we receive will be knitted into baby hats to donate to the Norfolk and Norwich Premature Baby Unit or hats and gloves for the Christmas Shoebox Appeal. Please call 07796638020 or email sallylee35@hotmail.co.uk Your unwanted wool & knitting patterns for the Norfolk Knitters charity - please bring your donations to Sheringham Library Old railway items always wanted for small museum, particularly tickets, lamps, loco items, station signs, cast iron or enamel notices etc – local items particularly sought. Tel Chris 01508 494204/07966 066563 Any bits from crashed planes, Second World War etc, information on crash sites or anything related for Aviation Heritage Museum based at Frettenham Tel Ken 01692 406943 Punch bag for 10 year old Tel 01263 577468 Records 45s 78s and LPs cassettes also CDs singles only all considered Tel 01692 405756
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3 seater Ercol Jubilee sofa dark red upholstery £50. 26 foot aluminium ladder in two sections £30. Tel 07887 484213 Free two single three foot beds perfect condition to be collected Tel 01263 512606 Single light tone oak bed no mattress solid can be dismantled very good quality and condition fairly new £45 Tel 01263 515517 Kampa Jamboree caravan porch awning 390cm x 230cm aluminium frame good condition £260. 2 Rollerball water containers and 1 Wastemaster £20 each. Tel 01263 479618
John Lewis office desk/hall table slim metal frame dark brown faux leather top two slim under drawers in faux leather 4' x 2' dismantles for transport condition as new £68. Tel 01263 862976 Gents wool overcoat £40. Beautiful New Zealand wool lady`s cape £65. King size rose pattern duvet cover matching pillow cases & valance as new £40. Antler hanging travel suit case £30. Smart slimline under shelf radio £25. Tel 01263 512606 Washbasin & pedestal white £30. Shower hose sink/bath nearly new £5. Oval dining table £30. Vintage fake fur coat £35. 1940's dress genuine black with small white flowers £30. Tel 01263 577417/07900 040005 Two folding garden sun loungers fully reclining and wheeled also two cushions £25 each Tel 01263 820984 Electronic safe as used in hotel rooms W14 H10 D10ins back up keys & instructions very solid can be screwed to wall/floor fully working £25 Sheringham Tel 07740 466973 Tower pressure cooker 6 litre excellent condition £10 Tel 01263 825510 Caravan equipment. Gas BBQ with direct connector to van £15. Extension wing mirrors £8. 40l water roller £10. Bag pegs & electric plug fittings £5. Wheel clamp Bulldog £10. Stabiliser extension spanner £3. Separately/all £40. Tel 01263 512198 Hill Billy Powakaddy vgc £150. 4 golf sets Slazenger Wilson Dunlop Penick plus numerous extra clubs and bags £150. Will sell separately. Tel 01692 402079 Amazon Fire TV stick with Alexa voice remote never used £30 Tel 01692 406828/07519 159508 As new upright modern white radiator £30. Large quantity York stone off cuts £20 each. Barrow full. Limed oak kitchen wall cupboard good quality £35. Can deliver some items locally. Tel 01692 409056 White P bath 1700L x 850W narrowing to 750W complete with shower screen £75 Tel 01692 407140/07876 541594
Folding commode by Drive Medical purchased in August 2017 no longer required as new condition with instructions sheet £45 Tel 01263 512259 Schreiber T-Bar/Shaker kitchen handles 27 x 8" handle length 11 x 21" handle length in rubbed brushed nickel steel £25ovno Tel 01263 823914 Small kitchen pine unit fits under worktop 2 drawers wine rack 2 veg baskets cutting board nice condition £25 Tel 01263 821834 PErcol Windsor nursing chair pink and cream design fabric £200. Kayem Chinese washed rug pink rose pattern 6ft x 4ft £50. Tel 01263 825541/07719 843520 2 brown leather 2 seater recliner sofas excellent condition as new £200 pair Tel 01263 820068 Double electric blanket £10. 2 floor lamps one with shade one chrome £15 each. 2 white dressing tables or computer desks with 3 drawers on one side £40 each. Nest of tables mahogany colour £30. Tel 01263 834023 Wall mounted pottery in shape of lantern x 2 blue with yellow flowers easily hung on wall or in garden very pretty and unusual never used £16ono Tel 01692 584228 Nikon 1.8AFD lens new £75. Sigma 135400AF APO lens 4/3rds mount or micro with adaptor mint cased £120. Canon Selphy 900 printer cartridge/paper mint £45. Tel 01692 500776 Hartman all weather rattan round glass top table and 2 chairs £130. Parasol cream wind up action with base £30. Bistro table and 2 chairs £15. Karcher pressure washer £40. Tel 07949 197189 2 folding bar stalls £15ono. Trolly jack £8ono. Fishing umbrella £5ono. Computer table £8ono. Fishing shelter £8ono. Tel 01263 823358 after 6pm Oak veneer rectangular dining table in good condition L5ft W3ft H2ft 6in £50. Mountain bike Carrera Kraken 21 speed 20in frame 26in wheels and front suspension in gwo £60. Trackrider 58 – 61cm cycle helmet £10. Tel 01263 519012
Genuine retro table with heat resistant surface and tubular legs seats two comes with matching chairs. Royal family memorabilia £20 the lot coins mugs tea towels newspapers. Nest of 3 light wooden coffee tables modern £15. Tel 07949 348084 2 wooden dining chairs £4ono each. Brand new Trivial Pursuit £5. Liquidiser £2. Tel 01692 405663 Smart-trike converts from pushchair to trike ages 1 to 4 years includes instruction leaflet £25. Large curtains light blue 210cm x 340cm £35. Tel 01692 403742 Ring top curtains 90in drop duck egg as new £25. 2 bedroom shaggy rugs £7 each as new one purple one red. Purple print canvas £7 as new 24in square. Large light oak framed mirror 40in x 28in as new £25.. Tel 07778 553755 Cat carrier brand new £7. Babylis body benefits bath spa used once cost £60 accept £25. Tel 07587 341417 Metal gun cabinet 4 gun £45. 12 bore cartridge belt £15. Jack Pike cartridge bag £20. 12 bore cleaning rods £15. Crome hand warmer and 2 leather one cup and one barrel end protector. Tel 01692 405003 Al-Ko garden shredder £15. 3 x 3 gazebo used twice £15. Tel 07914 714730 Gas cooker hob and electric oven in white good working order £65. As new Wurzburg generator 6.5hp 4 stroke engine 8500 watts 3 x 230 outlets 1 x 380 volt outlet £200. Tel 01263 515250/07836 227490 Electric Singer sewing machine gwo £25ono. Set of 6 Sony surround sound speakers vgc £25ono. Tel 01263 510842 Large dog cage with tray floor £20. Green metal garden store L3ft3 W2ft H3ft4in max £20. 3 way ladder steps fit in car 70+ items suitable for building gardening carpentry DIY work £70 the lot or will split. Tel 01263 710087 ower fret saw older model but still gwo plenty of extra blades £35. 2 Large pieces of 12 ply wood ideal for model bases 46in x 25in x 5/8in (12 ply) £4 each. Tel 01263 712904
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RAF Big Band Concert – Sold Out!
Over 300 people attended the Jack Broughton Royal Air Forces Association had asked, promoted military band prompted, cajoled concert at St Peter’s Church and driven in Sheringham on 10 March. Branch Members Fifty members of the Royal and ‘civilians’ Air Force College Band from into putting the RAF Cranwell entertained an north Norfolk enthralled audience with RAFA Branch marches, film themes and ‘on-the-map’ popular tunes from the past. with a significant The event, conceived and event to promote Mayor of Cromer, John Frosdick, organised by local Branch RAF100, the accompanied by Tina Chetwin with Squadron 100th Chairman, Air Commodore Leader Richard Murray, Director of Music, Anniversary Jack Broughton CBE, RAF Band of the RAF College (Retd), was a huge success of the formation and being a sell-out has of the Royal Air raised significant funds for this year’s RAFA Force. Charity Wings Appeal. If you missed the Big Band Concert don’t 16
Band of the RAF College entertains to a full house at St Peter’s Church in Sheringham
forget the next local RAF100 event, afternoon and evening film shows at the Sheringham Little Theatre – being held on the exact anniversary of the formation of the RAF – 1 April. Tickets are now on sale and members of your local RAFA Branch will be on-hand with advice and information about RAFA’s charity commitment. Cromer Times 538 March 31st 2018
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Anderson Plumbing Oil boiler servicing and repairs
Tandoori Indian Takeaway HOME DELIVERY to Cromer, Suffield Park, Roughton & Northrepps on orders over £12 (Delivery charge applies)
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3,000 square feet of high quality displays. Catering for all tastes and budgets. Suppliers of quality kitchen, bathroom equipment and ceramic tiles. We offer a ‘whole house’ package, from our free, no obligation design and quotation service, through to installation. A one stop shop for peace of mind. Unit 2, Old Station Yard, Norwich Road, Cromer, Norfolk NR27 0HF
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Services Guide DONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T RISK PAYING HIGH BT CALL OUT CHARGES! FOR WIRING FAULTS OR BROADBAND PROBLEMS NEW/SHIFT EXTENSIONS IN HOME OR OFFICE LOCAL, INDEPENDENT ENGINEER OFFERS PROMPT SERVICE AT 1/2 BT PRICES
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
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Call Steve on 01692 403214 or 07917 280 005
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GRIFFIN HOWE to PAINT AUTOMOTIVE
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Brians Handyman Services
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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Kitchens & Bathrooms Bespoke Furniture Made To Your Requirements Internal & External Improvements Velux Roof Lights Installed PVC & Wood Window Replacement
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All types of tiling work undertaken FREE estimates and advice Call Kevin Neale 01263 515712 or 07778 863615 kcfield.neale@gmail.com
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REPORT OF THE AGM OF THE STRAND CLUB
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As we looked back over the previous year, we felt we deserved a gentle pat on the back. Our Club has gone from strength to strength under Jackie's expert chairmanship. Our committee makes a good team and the fun we have reflects in the atmosphere of the Club. We have had many entertaining afternoons including a musical quiz by Miriam and Tony and a very interesting talk by Eddie Anderson. The Marsham Belles delighted us at Christmas and joined us in enjoying the Christmas buffet.
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Now we can look forward to the coming year with talks from Seal Watch in April, Ben's Workforce (part of the Benjamin Foundation) in July and a representative from Stalham Fire Museum in September.
After the business of the AGM was complete, Jackie taxed our brains with a visual quiz. She showed us a series of close-ups of places in and around Overstrand. We recognised most of them after a lot of hmming and hahing! They were hard though and we felt we had more than earned our tea and biscuits afterwards. Our meetings begin at 2pm on the second Wednesday in every month except August. Please look out for our posters dotted around Overstrand and feel free to come along and try us out any time. We just charge visitors £2 at the door to cover refreshments and raffle tickets are available separately. For further information please contact Jackie, Chairman, on 720866, or Chris, Secretary, on 579433. We look forward to meeting you.
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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 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 COMMuNITY OPEN DAY We are fully booked for the Community Open Day at Cromer Parish Hall on Sat 21 April 2018. Please come along between 10am and 4pm to have a chat with the local clubs, societies and charities. Interested in volunteering? Merchants’ Place will be providing information about an exciting new project to match volunteers with the organisations which need help. Want to get some exercise and meet new people? Pop along to the Walkers are Welcome stand. Details of most of the organisations present are on the poster.
CROMER CEMETERY An inspection is due to take place shortly and any unauthorised items will be removed and securely stored to await collection. Please be
Roll of Honour
At the Annual Town Meeting held earlier this month the Mayor read the 2017/2018 Roll of Honour from the Memory Book : • Len Hall – former Cromer resident and war hero • Ian Money – helped to set up Suffield Park Infant School • Mary Northway – community stalwart and highly regarded member of the community • Susan Blake – RNLI volunteer • Audrey Told - member of the ATS during WW2, member of the TA after the war, community stalwart involved in many local organisations • Peter Bird – valued member and played a big part in the running of Cromer Marrams Bowls Club and will be greatly missed on the green • Tony Nash – former Town Councillor and Mayor of Cromer who was also involved in many community groups
FAMILY FILM CLUB Our next free Family Film Club will be on Friday 6th April St Martin’s Hall | Doors open at 3.15pm | film showing at 3.45pm Free popcorn and refreshments for all – join us! For details of all our children, youth and family events call the office or see our website MENS SOCIAL Friday 13th April | 7.30pm Hang out, form new friendships, all men welcome WHO LET THE DADS OUT? Meet other Dads; give Mum some valuable time off drink tea or coffee and have a bacon roll Do a craft activity with your child; or relax as they play with the toys For details of all our male focused events contact simon.fenn@cromer-church.org.uk T 01263 512000 E office@cromer-church.org.uk www.cromer-church.org.uk
reminded that breakable items and those which emit light, sound or movement are not permitted in the cemetery. Full rules and regulations are displayed on the Town Council website and are available on request from the Town Council Office. If anyone has any questions please contact the Deputy Town Clerk (contact details above).
CROMER CEMETERY CHAPEL 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 businesses would like to sponsor a window contact the Town Clerk for further information.
Information on any meetings or matters arising can be obtained from the Town Clerk on 01263 512254.
Cromer Honours Awards 2018 for year ended 31 December 2017
JOHN DAVIES Comments on John’s nomination forms included • ‘Cox’n of the lifeboat – a time consuming task (with practices) as well as risky’ • ‘Excellent representative for Cromer and the fishing industry on TV etc’ • ‘Mainstay of the Crab and Lobster Festival’ • ‘Excellent fish shop which also sets good publicity for Cromer’ JOHN COOPER • ‘John served in the Cromer Fire Service for 36 years being called out to many types of incidents such as road traffic collisions, buildings on fire, house fires, hotel fires, people trapped in lifts and cutting people free from vehicles’ • ‘John became Station Representative to the Fire Fighters Charity also making visits to hospital and at home to sick or injured firemen, taking fruit parcels every month to find out their progress’ • ‘For a number of years John would take many of the Cromer firemen on driving lessons in the fire appliances until he thought they were qualified enough to take the final test and show how to operate the major pumps at the rear of the appliances’ • ‘John is a person who would never say no if anyone needed any kind of help’
Jams, Chutneys and Pickles 7 West Street, Cromer. tel: 01263 519 039 Open Monday to Saturday from 8 am to 5 pm
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Cromer Marrams Bowls Club Tales from the Bowling Green ...
So, most of us have had to survive the winter blasts, unlike our President Philip who had his annual sojourn in Oz (not really envious!), and here we are in spring.
The frozen pipes have been repaired and the clubhouse is ready, with only a week to go before we can get on the green, weather permitting(!). Members and friends, old and new are very welcome to our open mornings on Saturday and Sunday, 7/8 April at 10am. Come for a coffee and find out what we are about. For a playing membership fee of just
Golf reduces the risk of heart disease by 30%
£65 you get nearly six months unlimited use of the facilities for roll-ups (every day), the opportunity to be selected and play in the three leagues we are entered into, the opportunity to be selected and play in the 31 friendly matches and 10 club events plus free entry into the many club competitions. More information can be provided by Edna or Neil 01263 511155 or 513901.
The short mat season cup competition is reaching its climax after two high quality semi finals saw Neil C defeat James and Neil P overcome Janice. So the long and short of it is that the men are competing in the final and leading the ‘league’ competition also - well done Bob and James! The short mat afternoons have been very well attended, six (fool) hardy souls even turned up during the week of the attack from the ‘Beast from the East’!
The ground-breaking study from the Sport Industry Research Centre (SIRC) at Sheffield Hallam University established that regular golfers reduce their risk of dementia and coronary heart disease by 30%.
In addition, the study found that golfers are 14% more likely to report good health than non-participants.
The Links Golf Club in West Runton is offering the opportunity to give golf a try, or return to the game, in a fun and relaxed environment with a series of group lessons.
The 4 week beginners’ course starts on Saturday 14 April, 9am - 10am. Total cost is just £25 per person and equipment is provided by the PGA Qualified golf professional.
Enjoy more of the Links Lifestyle, including the swimming pool, tennis court and newly refurbished gym where a full timetable of classes are available.
ukactive Research Director Dr Steven Mann said “We know that being physically active helps reduce risk of dementia by up to 30 per cent and golf is a great way to achieve recommended exercise levels as it is a sport that can be enjoyed by all”.
For more information or to get into golf please contact Dominic at the Links on 01263 83 83 83 or golfpro@mackenziehotels.com . Visit www.links-hotel.co.uk
Fit Together Walks
If you are new to Fit Together, please arrive 20 mins early. For more information contact Melanie Brown on 07766 259999.
Thursday 5 April– 1:30pm - Cromer Pier Bookable Walk - Grade 1 and Introductory – Any distance to 1 mile – A gentle walk along the promenade with lift access to the prom. Meet outside Merchants Place, 16 Church Street, Cromer, NR27 9GW. Find own parking. Please book for this walk on (01263) 519405 by 3pm on Wednesday 4 April Friday 6 April – 10:30am - Cromer Town & Views Walk – Grade 2 to 3 – Approx. 2.8 miles – A walk
Local fishing boat calls out Cromer RNLI
Cromer RNLI was asked to launch its inshore lifeboat earlier this month when a request came in from the ‘Irene D’ a local fishing boat, which had engine problems.
Once the Photo: Paul Russell crew had been paged, the ‘George and Muriel’, Cromer’s D class inshore lifeboat was launched. The crew were soon on scene just off East Runton and assistance was given to the fishermen.
An hour later the inshore lifeboat had returned to its station, was washed down refuelled and made ready for its next launch.
It was a significant occasion for RNLI Cromer as the inshore lifeboat had returned the previous day after its maintenance checks. It was the first outing for the new tractor and also for Reis Khalil – who had recently finished his training to be a volunteer.
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).
Monday 9 April – 10:30am - Northrepps Cottage Walk – Grade 3 – Approx. 3 miles – A walk with gradients, through woods and along grass tracks and minor roads. Meet at Northrepps Cottage Country Hotel CP, Nut Lane, Northrepps, NR27 0JN. Tuesday 10 April – 1:30pm - Felmingham Short Walk – Grade 2 - Approx. 2.3 miles – A mainly flat walk (except steps at beginning) with field edges, woodland paths, farm tracks and concrete surfaces. Meet at the Weavers Way free CP, Felmingham – off the B1145 North Walsham/Aylsham Rd follow the
sign ½ mile down Church Rd (OS Grid TG251286). This walk has steps on and off the old railway line.
Wednesday 11 April – 10:30am - West Runton to Roman Camp Walk – Grade 3 – Approx. 3 miles – A walk with moderate to steep gradients on concrete, grass, dirt and woodland paths. Meet at The Village Inn PH CP, West Runton, NR27 9QT
Friday 13 April – 10:30am - Beeston Heath to Pretty Corner Walk – Grade 3 – Approx. 3 miles A walk with moderate gradients on grass paths and minor roads. Meet at Priory Maze and Gardens CP, Cromer Rd, Sheringham , NR26 8SF.
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 Who is the Golf Pro at the Links? * Get your answer to the Links by April 30th 2018 *NEWITION
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