Holt Chronicle December 2022

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A Note from th e Editor

Can you believe that Christmas is almost here and yet another year has flown by? There are fairy lights and seasonal m to get us in the mood, and yet things feel very differen time. Who would have thought so many would be in n of warm spaces and food banks? We are all pulling our belts in and scaling back the celebrations this year in anticipation of that fuel bill which will inevitably land on the mat But that doesn’t mean Christmas can’t still be special Often it is the simple things which turn out to be the most memorable or pleasing and what price can be put on sharing time with family and friends? So, if Christmas is more frugal this year so be it, a good time can still be had by all Whilst you are at it, remember those who are struggling or lonely and do what you can to make Christmas a little happier for them too A very Merry Christmas to all our readers and advertisers

Jo Editor

News from the Venue

It was certainly a busy and successful November this year, with the launch of the new Barclays service at the Venue going off with a bang! Over £1000 was raised on the day through commission on sales of beautiful art at the Barclays Community Art Exhibition in the Exhibition Space and the wonderful raffle that Jo and Lisa from Barclays spent a huge amount of time on. Very grateful thanks must go to them for all the hard work that they put in, to make this such a successful event, and also to all those generous businesses and individuals who donated beautiful gifts for our raffle Duncan Baker, who was instrumental in bringing Barclays to the Venue, did the honours of cutting the ribbon for us and declaring this new service open, and ushering in a new way of banking for the town As if all that wasn’t enough, the Premier League Trophies brought in a huge amount of people, and we were so thrilled to have them with us for the day, long enough to enable many children to come and see them and be photographed next to them after school. With Barclays match funding the monies raised on the day, this is a very timely financial boost for us, as we launch more social action projects

Our Cozy Café is picking up as more people hear that this new warm hub facility is now open 5 days a week, and we will soon be providing hot soup at lunchtime as the weather gets colder. It ’s free and open to all, so pop in on your way into town for a cuppa and some cake

Our first Family Fun Day at the end of October was a huge success, with over 130 children and their parents coming into the Venue to enjoy some free fun and games, with everything from a climbing wall to arts and crafts to traditional games A massive thank you to the 1st Holt Scouts who worked so hard on the day helping the children to enjoy themselves, and to their leaders who cooked wood fired pizzas on the patio to give out All the volunteers worked so hard to make it a day to remember, and it was so much fun that we have planned another for Christmas! The Kids Christmas Party will be on 10th December and feature a film, Christmas Tea, Bubble fun, a Magician, Santa and a great disco at the end It really is wonderful to see so many children enjoying the Venue, and it will now be a regular feature

Coming up this month we have 2 great screenings, The Railway Children Returns and Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, a special Christmas Bingo, Jeff Short ’s Christmas Tea Dance and of course, our annual Community Christmas Day Lunch which is booking up fast I look forward every year to the wonderful community spirit that we have at this very special event that brings people together to enjoy the festive feast There is always a special atmosphere with so many coming to serve and to enjoy time together, with every one of the same mind to enjoy a great relaxed time As we get busier and have more events in the calendar to help and serve our community, we are appealing for more volunteers to join our family of helpers Anyone can join for as much or as little time as you can manage, full training is given, and we endeavour to make things as fun and fulfilling as possible There are many roles and areas in which you can get involved from kitchen to bar to front of house, cinema screenings, fundraising, marketing and much more! Why not pop into the Venue during the week and have a chat with us over a cup of coffee in the Cozy Café, and join our amazing team in their rewarding work?

For more info on volunteering or to book for any of our events, call on 01263 713427 or email info@thevenueholt com

Carolyn Burn, Chairperson

County Councillor Report for Holt Division

from County Councillor Eric Vardy December County Councillor’s Report

May I start my report by wishing you a very happy Christmas. We are witnessing some extraordinary times that have impacted us all, and indeed continue to do so This is a time to help the vulnerable members of our communities, so please try to do what you can to help your neighbours etc

Regional Transport Blueprint

A regional transport blueprint that supports major schemes in Norfolk has received county council backing Norfolk County Council’s cabinet have approved the Transport East strategy, which will pave the way for Government funding for key roads and public transport links The strategy says that “with the right investment in the right places”, transport schemes could help the economy of the East of England rise from £73 billion to £119 billion by 2050 Schemes supported by the strategy’s delivery and investment plan include:

• Key roads, including the Norwich western link, the Long Stratton bypass and the West Winch Housing Access Road

• Boosting public transport, cycling and walking

• Supporting rail improvements, including strategic east west connections The strategy is aiming to achieve the following, by 2050:

• Better public transport connections, accessible to everyone

• Places that make it easy and attractive for people to move around sustainably

• More reliable business and freight journeys, due to less congestion and fewer incidents

• Increase accessibility for rural communities to education, training, services and jobs

• A healthier, more active population by making it easier to walk and cycle more often

• Cleaner, greener transport, helping to protect our local environment and the world for future generations

• Fewer journeys being made, partly due to better online connections bringing services into our homes

It says: “The Transport East region is of huge importance to the UK It is home to 3 5m people and 1 7m jobs With a vibrant economy worth £73 billion, it is already one of the fastest growing regions in the UK outside of London

“It is only one of three regions to be a net contributor to the UK Our forecasts indicate that with the right investment in the right places, by 2050 our region could be worth £119 billion.

Arts Forum

Wednesday 14th December with Debbie Thompson (Director of the Sheringham Little Theatre).

Norfolk Libraries to join Warm Welcome campaign

Norfolk Libraries Service will be making all 47 of its libraries available as part of the Warm Welcome campaign The scheme supports free, warm, and welcoming spaces in communities across the UK. Warm Welcome is a national campaign which will work with community spaces, including churches and faith groups, businesses, and local authorities, to ensure that nobody is left to suffer on their own this winter Libraries across Norfolk remain open for all and provide a space for people to sit in comfort and access a variety of services on offer These include reading, doing a jigsaw, playing a board game, or joining in Just a Cuppa or activities Other free services available at Norfolk libraries include:

• Tea, coffee, instant soup, and hot chocolate are available during staffed hours

• Library staff and volunteers can provide visitors with trusted information about other support which is available

• A variety of bags are available for free, with no questions asked

Open Library gives people access to libraries for a total of 69 hours a week at most libraries, giving visitors access to the library, its books, computers, and spaces, even when the building is unstaffed New £1 65m Sheringham recycling centre set for bigger reuse area thanks to local feedback

Councillors have received feedback on the Sheringham recycling centres with larger and more accessible sites fit for the future Both projects are making good progress, with feedback from local people key to helping shape the design of both the sites

Two hundred and thirty three people took part in a month long consultation on the design and layout of the proposed Sheringham site, after initial plans were revealed in July this year

As the Cabinet Member for Environment and Waste, I said: “I’m pleased at the excellent progress so far on these two significant projects that will help support our aim to cut waste by increasing reuse and recycling in the county. “I’d like to thank everyone who gave us their views on our initial designs for the new recycling centre for the Sheringham area It was great to hear what local people wanted to see at their new site, and as a result of the feedback we’ve made the area set aside for reuse even larger, to allow better quality second hand items to find a new home!

The initial designs of both sites took into account feedback from earlier consultations around importance of reuse, plenty of parking and easy vehicle flow through the site

Eric Vardy

County Councillor for Holt Division (Aylmerton, Barningham, Bessingham, Cley next the Sea, East Beckham, East Runton, Gresham, High Kelling, Holt, Kelling, Matlaske, Metton, Runton, Salthouse, Sustead, Upper Sheringham, West Beckham, West Runton,Weybourne)

A discussion about the importance of theatre and theatres and the role of a theatre director Norfolk born Debbie has been involved in the Little Theatre’s management since 2002 After a 10 year acting career including the West End, TV and repertory work, in 2004 she became artistic director of the Little Theatre and was promoted to theatre director in 2008

We will be discussing the role and importance of the theatre for Debbie personally and professionally as well as for society more generally; what theatres are and do; the challenges and rewards of running one; how and why she became and remains involved in theatre and the arts

After the interval, there will be time for questions, to mingle, and make new contacts

Arrive at 6.30pm, when the bar will be open, for a 7.00pm start. The evening will finish 8 30/9 00pm ish Advance booking is essential as places are limited People can turn up on the day, at the door, but risk not being admitted

To book: contact The Venue on 01263 713427 or email: info@thevenueholt

January Monthly Memory Swap

Tuesday 17th January from 2 00 4 00pm (winter time),

If you have fond, even precious, memories of growing up and/or living in Holt, why not come along to the ‘Monthly Memory Swap’ and share memories of your own in the lounge/bar area of The Venue over a cup of tea or coffee

Everyone is welcome to either hear the memories of others or to share memories of their own Perhaps bring along old photographs of people and places; and/or make a note of particular events, people, shops and places you remember most strongly, and would like to talk about Booking is helpful, so that numbers can be gauged Free event but donations welcome

To book: contact The Venue on 01263 713427 or email: Phil Barrett (p.barrett731@btinternet.com); or info@thevenueholt.com

Whodunit?

Something to help stave off those February blues, the 3rd February Film Festival, this year with a crime theme Between Wednesday 15th and Sunday 19th February The Venue will be hosting a Festival of Crime, in conjunction with The Holt Bookshop, when local crime writers (J M Dalgleish and David Blake to name just two!) have been summoned for interrogation to give us the lowdown on crime writing and invited to choose a favourite crime film for us to show

So, get these dates in your diary and come along and find out Whodunit

More exciting details to follow

What’s On @

All our activities are Covid safe and follow Government guidelines to protect participants and visitors. Please see our website for more details. www.thevenueholt.com

Saturday 10th December

Kids Free Christmas Party, 1.30pm to 4.30pm, Film, Christmas Tea, Magician, Bubbles, Santa and Disco! No booking required

Sunday 11th December

ROYAL OPERA HOUSE

We are showing "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" a wonderful ballet which is very suitable for Christmas. The sets and costumes are amazing and well worth seeing. This will be on at 2.30pm only for a family audience. Christmas themed drinks and cakes available. Tickets are £10 and £5 for children and booking is essential.

Wednesday 14th December

Jeff Short’s Christmas Tea Dance, 2pm to 4.30pm. Raffle and refreshments, Tickets £8, Pre-sold tickets only, Booking essential on 01263 733845.

Wednesday 21st December

CHRISTMAS BINGO! Eyes down at 7.30. The bar will be open from 6.30 and there will be a special Christmas raffle.

Sunday 25th December

Community Christmas Day Lunch. Booking essential although the lunch is free. Doors open 11.30am. The day finishes after the King’s Speech at 3pm.

Wednesday 11th January

CASH BINGO 10 games plus Flyer, Raffle, Bar open and eyes down at 7.30.

Cozy Café & Community Café

Cozy Café is open daily Monday to Friday 10am to 1pm. Pop into our warm hub café for hot drinks and delicious cakes! No charge for the café but donations gratefully received.

Cozy Café will be open up to and including 21st December, and then will start up again on 4th January in the New Year. Community Café will not be open on Thursday 22nd December as it is so close to Christmas Day.

It will resume again on 29th December.

SAVE THE DATES

The February Film Festival will be between the 17th and 19th of February 2023 inclusive. We are devising a wonderful selection of films for you to see next February, so please save these dates now and make sure you do not miss it!

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RNLI Wells Celebrate Opening of New Lifeboat Station with Flag Ceremony

The ceremony, which took place on 13 November, signified the transfer from the old lifeboat station to the new, and marked the opening of the RNLI shop and visitor centre.

Volunteer crew of past and present, and the wider lifeboat family, watched on as the RNLI flag was lowered at the old lifeboat station at 12:03 and raised at the new lifeboat station 13 46 minutes later The times had significance and related to the numbers on the station’s lifeboats; 12 03 is the number on Doris M Mann, the station’s existing Mersey class lifeboat, and 13 46 is the number on Duke of Edinburgh, the station’s new Shannon Class lifeboat which will become operational later this year Respected former members of the crew, aided by senior current members and the Earl of Leicester, lowered and raised the flag with pride, knowing that although it was the end of an era for the old lifeboat station, it was the beginning of a new and exciting time ahead for the new Built entirely by public funding, with a station appeal raising £250,000 in 2014 15 and monies raised through the Civil Service charity, The Lifeboat Fund, contributing the rest, the new lifeboat station was finally completed at the end of last month.

Chris Hardy, lifeboat operations manager, said ‘All of our Lifeboat crew were thrilled to finally transfer to our new

purpose built boathouse, which has been designed specifically to be ‘fit for purpose’ in accommodating and maintaining our new Shannon and D class inshore lifeboats The new boathouse also provides vastly improved crew changing facilities, a large and well equipped crew room, which will also double up as an excellent and much needed crew training facility Currently our Mersey class Lifeboat remains our Station boat and will continue to play that vitally important role of being ‘ever ready ’ to save life at sea off our coastline ’

The new Shannon lifeboat station will become fully operational during the winter once the volunteer crew have completed their training in operating the Shannon lifeboat and its SLARS launch and recovery system Early next year the station’s Mersey lifeboat, Doris M Mann of Ampthill, will be retired and we, and members of the public, will have an opportunity to say a fond farewell to her before she leaves Wells for the last time after serving us well for 32 years.

As well as housing the Wells' lifeboats, the station also provides a shop and visitor centre with a gallery from which the port side of the RNLB Duke of Edinburgh can be viewed The shop and visitor centre will be open most Saturdays and Sundays between 10am and 4pm over the winter with more days added as more volunteers are trained Guided tours of the lifeboat station can be booked, starting in January, through the RNLI Wells website: www wellslifeboat org /visit htm The tours will be for groups of up to twelve people and will last just under an hour giving people an opportunity to see the Duke of Edinburgh close up and discover more about the workings of the station

Photos courtesy of Chris Taylor

Flag being lowered at the old lifeboat station by Billy Scoles, Fred Whitaker and Phil Eaglen MBE

Preparing to raise the flag at the new lifeboat station by the Earl of Leicester, Peter Rainsford, Richard Cracknell and Martin Emerson

The Holt Society

It is impossible not to be aware of the huge crane towering over the centre of Norwich on the Castle Mound

The transformation of the iconic Norman Keep is one of the largest heritage projects currently underway in the UK, generously supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and a hugely significant cultural investment for this region ‘Norwich Castle: Royal Palace Reborn A Story 900 Years in the Making ’ was the title of the talk by Hannah Jackson the Joint Project Coordinator, given to the Holt Society on Oct 28th and the image of this crane seemed to encapsulate the complexity of the project. Nothing can be brought onto or removed from the castle mound other than by this crane such is the vulnerable structure of the whole environment This is not surprising considering there has been a castle on this artificial mound for 900 years, which throughout most of its history was designed for use as a prison until it ’s transformation in the 19th century into the Museum we know today. It is a building of many stages of change, architecturally diverse, with formidably complicated foundations, all of Grade 1 listed status

Hannah visually led us through the history, using archive material, the fascinating engineering challenges and architectural discoveries by means of working photographs and finally vibrantly informative computer images which took us on a virtual tour, unfolding layer after layer behind the hoardings, from the dungeons to the battlements

She would recap so that we never lost a sense of how the building was developing and the new elements were being introduced Every level will become fully accessible with excellent hospitality facilities and of course wonderful views across Norwich from the upper ones while the gem of the whole project will be the first British Museum Medieval gallery, the very first outside London bringing treasures of international importance to Norwich 5

Truly a must destination for everyone, the grand re opening of the Keep is scheduled for spring 2024. However, Hannah did emphasise that a good portion of the Museum galleries are open along with a full events and exhibitions programme Of particular interest for the Holt Society is the forthcoming Exhibition ‘ The Last Voyage of The Gloucester: Norfolk’s Royal Shipwreck 1682’ at Norwich Castle Museum Art Gallery, February September 2023

The Society is delighted to announce a talk by Julien Barnwell who discovered HMS Gloucester on Wednesday Feb 22nd here in Holt at the Venue, booking tickets will be advertised early February 2023 http://www.theholtsociety.org

Holt WI

The November meeting was well attended with three visitors There were two speakers this month The first was Lorna who along with her friend Rachel run The Treehouse Community Cafe in Holt This is a wonderful project which helps all people regardless of age by providing a place to meet, a community fridge and free children’s lunches They rely on donations and income from the cafe to keep going

Our second speaker was Gillian who gave a demonstration on wreath making She made a beautiful holly wreath assisted by a couple of WI members and made it look very easy This was kindly donated to the raffle

Our President Paula Hewitt spoke about the Venue where our meeting is held They are looking for volunteers to make cakes for their drop in cafe. The theme of this month was certainly to encourage people to help one another in any way they can and to support worthy causes Business was followed by the raffle and members were reminded of next month’s meeting which will celebrate Holt WI 86th birthday Fakenham Ukulele Band will be the entertainment and there will be cake!

Community Cooks (CLG)

To help in these difficult times, a group of locals in Wells next the Sea and vicinity are providing a free, three course, hot, home made lunch every Monday (except 26 December) in the Gordon Barrett Congregational Church Hall, Clubbs Lane, Wells next the Sea from 12 noon 1 30pm This is being done in conjunction with Wells Community hospital who themselves have various food initiatives on the go Our Cooks/Helpers are modelling their new aprons embroidered by Joolz Saunders

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By Rob Colwell, Director and Head of Family Ser vices, Hayes + Storr.

It is now over seven months since the long awaited new law for “no fault” divorce came into force on 6th April 2022 The ‘blame game’ has finally ended and lengthy separation periods cut completely

Blame is no longer required

Under the new legislation, couples now divorce without having to cite blame Previous grounds for divorce including unreasonable behaviour, adultery or separation periods have all gone. In the past, adultery could be used as a reason for divorce, however, under the new law, even if adultery has been committed, it no longer has a place in divorce proceedings

This does not change how hurtful adultery can be and some clients are still finding this new approach difficult to accept If one spouse has caused the breakdown of the marriage due to their adultery, why should they ‘get away with it?’ However, there is now only one ground for divorce and that is: the irretrievable breakdown of the marriage, hence the new term ‘no fault’ If one, or both parties believe the marriage has come to an end, they are now simply asked to provide either a sole or joint statement to apply for a divorce order However, joint divorce applications remain relatively rare

You can no longer defend a divorce

It is now no longer possible to contest the decision of a spouse to divorce Parties are encouraged to look to the future

New terminology

The old term Decree Nisi had been used by the court to mark the first stage of divorce after the acknowledgement of papers by the spouse and after the application had been granted by the court Under the new process, this stage of the process is known as a Conditional Order Similarly Decree Absolute, which marks the final stage of divorce, confirming that the marriage has officially come to an end, is now known as a Final Order This follows the current terms used for ending civil partnerships

There is a minimum wait period for the Final Order

A minimum period of 20 weeks between the initial application and the Conditional Order is now in place, with a further six weeks between the Conditional and the Final Order Frustrating to many clients, that means that even a straightforward divorce is taking at least six months to complete. All divorces are now applied for online

Is there a change to the court fee?

The court fee remains £593 00 It should be noted that a fee remission may be relevant to some couples, and this may help them decide who makes the application A code can be obtained online, if in receipt of

for example Universal Credit

How will the new law affect the division of finances?

The financial side of divorce has not changed Divorce and finances are separate but run parallel through the court system.

Clients are strongly advised to seek expert legal advice to resolve any financial disputes, and to document any agreement reached into a legally recognised Consent Order, which once sealed by a Judge, is then full and final and cannot be changed

For further information, call 01263 712835 or email mel robson@hayes storr com

This article is for general information only and does not constitute legal or professional advice Please note that the law may have changed since this article was published

A Strange

Day by David Abbott.

It turned out to be a day unlike any other as Old Bill Ogden left the house early, determined to work up an appetite for lunch It was bright, crisp and sunny But somehow it didn’t feel right

As he stopped at the gate pondering why, he realised it was eerily quiet He had no feeling of cold although it was a typical winter ’s day And why was the whole scene somehow odd? Everything was a bit blurry and slightly unreal

But he noticed with satisfaction the long standing arthritis in his neck and shoulder wasn’t giving him gip And his piles weren’t aggravating either After all this has to be a good day he thought as he drifted down the road.

Nearing the church, he saw the Vicar chatting to Vera, both of whom he knew well Passing he bade them “good morning ” But was taken aback as neither took the slightest bit of notice of him However, Vera’s dog went cross eyed and got agitated

Ever so slowly the landscape was getting more misty and weird He blinked. Down the road ran Mary, hair of gold and lips like cherries… with Tom Jones hot pursuit “What the hell is going on?” he thought Looking up he saw an owl sitting in a tree with a policeman’s helmet on his head It winked at him “I must be going mad ”

“I need a drink" he muttered to himself “ The pub will be open so at least I can get a pint and the locals are always happy to have a chat and put the world to rights ”

Having got there he found it closed There was a sign on the door “Shut for the day as a mark of respect for our friend Old Bill Ogden RIP ”

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Turning he saw an odd looking fella with a long beard and carrying a scythe over his shoulder. “Sorry mate for messing up your day,” said the stranger “ The Boss sends his apologies and hopes you won’t be too cross ”

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Wells Library 01328 710467

Regular Events. For further information or to book where necessary, see staff or call 01603 774777, or

Mondays

Family History help 1st Monday in month, 10 30am

Family History Group Drop in 2nd Monday in month, 10 30am Audio Book Club. 3rd Monday in month, 10.30am

Just a Cuppa Weekly 11 30am 12 30pm

Games group for Adults Weekly, 1pm

Evening book group Check dates with staff , 5 30pm Tuesdays

Craft Group Drop in 1st Tuesday in month, 10 30am

Reading group Check dates with staff, 10 30am

Watercolour painting 2nd Tuesday in month, 1pm Lego Club Weekly, 3 30pm Thursdays

Bounce and Rhyme Weekly, 2pm

Holt Library 01263 712202

Regular events. For further information or to book where necessary, visit www norfolk gov uk/libraries or call 01603 774777 If you prefer, speak to a member of staff

Tuesdays

Family History Drop In Weekly 10 30am

Just a Cuppa Weekly 11 30am 12 30pm

Bounce and Rhyme Weekly 2pm 2 30pm

Wednesdays

Book group. Check date with staff 2.30 3.30pm

Evening book group. Check date with staff. 5.30 6.30pm Fridays

Crafting for Children Weekly Term time only (except summer holidays) 3 30 4 30pm Saturdays

Lego Club Weekly 2 3pm

The B&B Benefice (Church of England)

Ten village churches offering prayer, hospitality and a warm welcome: St Maurice Briningham, St Andrew Brinton, All Saints Briston, St Mary Burgh Parva, St George Hindolveston, St Lawrence Hunworth, St Peter Melton Constable, St Mary Stody, St Edmund Swanton Novers, All Saints Thornage Contact Rev Trudie Morris: revtrudie@gmail com or visit our website: www.bandbchurches.co.uk

Mass

times for St. Peter ’s RC Church, Blakeney

These are: Sundays 11am Wednesday ’s 9.30am

For more information go to catholicparishofwalsingham.org

Christmas Greetings from Aid Africa!

Life is tough for so many of us and we’re reeling from the challenges of increasing costs, but it ’s on another level in Malawi.

Hunger is currently the worst it ’s been in years, with food and fuel very short and grossly expensive We’ve doubled our monthly Food Tokens and hope that other agencies don’t fall foul of the passage of grain out of Ukraine We’ll begin distributing maize at Christmas However, despite the difficulties, Aid Africa continues to shine hope and relevant help to thousands at risk Since we visited in March and April, reconstructing houses and toilets following the cyclones, we’re still building roofs for the homes of the frail and supplying plastic sheeting to those able to replace their own torrential rains are coming

We have more than 60 vulnerable teens on our new Education List, some still needing sponsorship school and exam fees have been paid and uniforms are almost made

During September we repaired 9 borehole pumps, restoring safe water to over 7,500 people, and last month provided 40 mosquito nets which will protect 145 mostly children from malaria, still a killer in Malawi. So, even though we’ve had to close our Holt Charity Shop, we’re still impacting some of the world’s poorest please help if you can Our new address for donations is Aid Africa P O Box 103, Fakenham, NR21 1BF, and you can reach us on 07726 93 93 00 for more info Our new website (www aid africa com) is just coming on line where the current monthly project is “Celebrate with Soap” funding thousands of bars of soap for distribution with our maize at Christmas if you can’t buy food you certainly can’t afford soap!

Our warmest Christmas greetings to all! Please contact us if you’d like to stay in touch, and many thanks for your valued support Lynda lyndamills@aid africa com

LETHERINGSETT CHURCH OF ST. ANDREW

There are currently two services a month at St Andrew's, 1st Sunday of the month: Holy Communion (Book of Common Prayer) at 11 15 am 3rd Sunday of the month: Morning Prayer (Common Worship) at 9 30 am

HOLT METHODIST CHURCH NOTICE BOARD

Holt Methodist Church is open for Worship each Sunday at 11am Friday Prayers each Friday at 9.30am You are assured of a warm welcome. The Loades Hall is available for hire. Please contact Sally Jones, Mobile No: 07792 48221 Email: loadesbookings23@gmail com (from 1st Jan 23)

MINISTER Revd J Bell 01263 710009 Senior Steward - Mrs J. Bunting - 01263 712068

HOLT METHODIST CHURCH CANDLELIT CAROLS

Saturday 17th December at 5.00 pm

OPEN AIR CAROLS

Friday 23rd December at 4.00 pm

Everyone Welcome

Roman Catholic Churches Mass Times

The Church of The Annunciation, Walsingham. Sunday 11am, Monday Saturday 9 30am

Our Lady Star of the Sea, Wells Saturday 6pm, Sunday 9 00am, Thursday 9 30am

St Henry Walpole, Burnham Market Sunday 9 30am, Friday 9 30am

St Andrew's Church, Holt at 9:30am on Thursdays

NWT North Norfolk Group and Cley Bird Club

Secrets from a Hidden World Revisited An illustrated talk by Andy Bloomfield and Christmas Social Monday 12th December 2022

Cley Village Hall at 7 30pm

Entry is free but donations to Norfolk wildlife conservation welcome Kindly sponsored by BIRDscapes Gallery

Wine kindly provided by Lynton Wines

email: info@holtchronicle

SAINTS

The Parish of Holt with High Kelling

Rector: Fr Howard Stoker SSC, The Rectory, Church Street, Holt NR25 6BB Tel: 01263 712048 email:holtrectory@tiscali.co.uk

Assistant Curate: Fr Gary Gould Tel: 01328 830715, Email: garygould57@gmail com Parish Office Tel: 01263 713479 E: standrewsholt@btinternet com website at www holtchurch org

PUBLIC WORSHIP & PRIVATE PRAYER. Sunday Services

8am Book of Common Prayer Eucharist 9.15am Said Eucharist at All Saints, High Kelling 10 30am Parish Sung Eucharist 5 00pm Choral Evensong (2nd Sunday of the month) (Not August)

Week day services Mon Sat Morning Prayer 9am Eucharist 9.30am Thurs 10am at All Saints, High Kelling Evening Prayer 5 30pm

LIVE STREAMING: The Sunday Parish Eucharist continues to be live streamed on YouTube at 10.30am. Please see our website or facebook page for more details www holtchurch org

YOUTUBE: St Andrew the Apostle, Holt

Dear Friends, Will you be in Church this Christmas? Whether I like it or not people will always find a reason not to go church, even at Christmas! The pews are too hard, the church is too cold, the services are boring or else the preacher goes on too long I don’t think anyone could acuse me of preaching long sermons, but one young person did one offer me a £1 on her way out of church When I asked her what it was for, she replied, “Well, my mummy says you are poorest preacher we’ve ever had!” However, the latest excuse that I have come across for someone not attending church is, that on their way to church they looked at their mobile phone and it said “no service” so they turned around and went home!

Whatever reason people come up with, Christmas will remain an invitation to come to church and hear again the Christmas story, the good news of God’s saving love for the world, revealed in the child Jesus born to Mary and laid in a manger. The birth of Jesus is God’s gift of love to us all.

Christians believe that Christ Jesus is love personified. Love made visible The means of our salvation and the promise of a life that will never end

With much rejoicing angels and archangels announced his arrival into this world, shepherds came in from the fields to worship him and wise men from the east travelled from afar to adore him You too are invited to journey to your nearest church this Christmas to celebrate his birth.

But of course the invitation is not just to come to church and hear again the story of Christmas, it is an invitation to make the story your own; to put the love of God at the centre of your celebrations and to share it with others.

In these difficult and uncertain days there is no shortage of opportunities to demonstrate your love for others, especially those in greatest need in our communities and around the world. In the child Jesus, God has blessed us with his love may we too become a blessing to others

May your Christmas may be blessed with the peace and love of the Christ child Happy Christmas!

Howard

LOCAL FOOD BANK COLLECTION: A collection point for donations of non perishable food goods is now available in the Parish Church. Open every day.

FROM THE REGISTERS

Funerals:

8th December: Giles Butler Hunt (priest)

9th December: Joan Beveridge

13th December: Dorothy Rogers 14th December: Colleen Anne Bernadette Norman

HOLT & COMMUNITY DISTRICT SUPPORT FUND (Energy). Local support for local people. UPDATE: At the time of going to press over £18000 has been given or pledged to help those who will experience a financial crisis and be unable to meet the rising energy costs over the next two years. A huge thank you to anyone who has supported this fund, your generosity is very much appreciated

THIS FUND IS NOW AVAILABLE to help those struggling to pay their energy bills this winter Contact Holt Citizens Advice Bureau (0800 144 8848) or the North Norfolk Food Bank (Energy) (07826 376343)

We continue to raise funds and offer support and advice to those in need

COFFEE MORNING WEDNESDAY 10am 12noon every week in the meeting room at the Parish Church An opportunity to meet others over coffee in an informal setting All are welcome

LITTLE LAMB’S PARENT & TODDLER GROUP meets every Wednesday during term time 9 30am 11 00am in the Parish Church Hall in Street Hall All parents/carers are welcome to come along and meet with friends and make new ones

PARISH CHURCH HALL & MEETING ROOM Available for hire! Competitive rates For more information contact the bookings secretary: 01263 713479 Email: standrewsholt@btinternet com

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED to care for God’s acre Can you spare some time to join a group of volunteers to help maintain the churchyard? No faith required, only a desire to help maintain a sacred space in the middle of Holt as a place of rest for the departed, solace for the living, and a haven for wildlife Tel: 01263 713039

A Church near you warmly invites you to celebrate Christmas.

“O Come let us adore him, Christ the Lord”

Fr

Church Services for Christmas 2022

HOLT METHODIST CHURCH

Saturday 17th December

5.00 pm Candlelight Carol Service

Friday 23rd December

4.00 pm Carol Singing outside Church Christmas Day 9.30am Family Service

The PARISH CHURCH of ST ANDREW the APOSTLE, HOLT with ALL SAINTS, DISTRICT CHURCH, HIGH KELLING

Friday 16th December

3.00 pm Lessons & Carols at All Saints, High Kelling Wednesday 21st December

7.00 pm Traditional Service of Nine Lessons and Carols Christmas Eve

6.00pm Crib Service with Carols by Candlelight ~ a retelling of the Christmas story with some favourite carols. (Children are invited to come along, dress up and get involved.) 11.30 pm Midnight Mass Christmas Day

8.00 am Eucharist according to the Book of Common Prayer 9.15 am Eucharist at All Saints, High Kelling 10.30 am Parish Sung Eucharist

Sunday 1st January ~ Mary, Mother of God & Sunday 8th January ~ The Feast of the Epiphany 8.00 am Eucharist according to the Book of Common Prayer 9.15 am Eucharist at All Saints, High Kelling 10.30 am Sung Parish Eucharist Services at St Andrew’s Holt, unless stated otherwise. For weekday services in Christmastide see church notice board or www.holtchurch.org

ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

Christmas Eve

4.00 pm Vigil Mass at Our Lady of Refuge, Cromer 9.00 pm Solemn Midnight Mass at St Joseph’s, Sheringham. Christmas Day

9.00 am Mass of the Dawn at Our Lady of Refuge, Cromer 11.00 am Mass of the Day at St Joseph’s, Sheringham

Sun 1st January ~ Mary, Mother of God 9.00 am Mass at Our Lady of Refuge, Cromer 11.00 am Mas at St Joseph’s, Sheringham Fri 6th January ~ Feast of the Epiphany 9.00 am Mass at Our Lady of Refuge, Cromer 11.00 am Mass at St Joseph’s, Sheringham

TIMES OF CONFESSIONS BEFORE CHRISTMAS Tuesday evenings from 6.30pm or by appointment: Tel 01263 822036

“O COME LET US ADORE HIM, CHRIST THE LORD” (photograph of stain glass window in Holt Parish Church taken by James Sidgwick)

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Doing Our Bit

Dear Jo,

What a sense of despondency we have in this country at the moment We have a government that seems to want to pull itself to pieces; we have a Labour opposition that just slags off the Government rather than come up with useful and workable ideas to improve things, and we have the LibDems whose latest local 'mailout' was just a character assassination project, absolutely negative, and again no workable ideas to solve anything When I wrote to their leader Sir Ed Davy about this awful leaflet, I did not even get any sort of reply !

We have workers striking for ridiculously high (at the moment) wage increases, making life even harder for the poorly off, we have Stop The Oil protestors who seem to want to set the population as a whole against them, instead of getting us all onside (and meanwhile their protests jam up traffic, causing more pollution and achieving nothing!) What we need is some common sense and we would all like more money, but it just isn't there to be had

We need our political representatives to start working collectively on our

Eat Your Heart Out Mastermind!

120 questions, a super buffet supper, free tea and coffee, all for £6 inclusive who says good value is dead? Certainly not the 72 players at the Briston Sounds and Pictures Quiz at the Copeman Centre on Saturday October 19th! They battled with questions like what is the capital of Costa Rica what sort of beans do Heinz use for their baked beans and how many people can you get in an empty telephone box! The ultimate winning table of four players got a bottle of wine each while the losing table of four got an iPad each oh, sorry, that should read 'Eye Pad' A good time was had by all, with the questions appearing thick and fast on the big screen, and the event making an overall profit after food and raffle costs of £353 50

major problems and meanwhile, we, the backbone of our country, need to show more kindness and consideration to each other It's no use relying on those in Westminster to do it, we have to do this for ourselves look after our neighbours and our neighbourhood, encourage change in the way we live by example rather than disruption, and all take responsibility for our actions

Change is not difficult if we don't rely on others, we can do this, and we MUST do this! Basically, we live in a great country let's ignore the negativity and bias of our news broadcasters, see some of the good that is going on in the world, and let's all do our bit to improve things

Yours sincerely Mick Leary

Langham Dome Museum

The End of Another Season! Hello again! I can’t believe how quickly this season has passed By the time you read this, our Spitfire will probably have been put to bed once again for the cold winter months. As locals, you will know how very bleak it can be at the old RAF Langham site If the strong winds didn’t damage the plane, the weight of any build up of heavy snow and ice on the wings certainly would

After three years, our ‘ Team’, are becoming very adept at the erecting and dismantling of the Spitfire If you would like to see the operation, just go to our website where you will see a lovely video

Saturday 1st October was the date for our Grand Draw Day at Langham Dome There was a beautiful array of vehicles from the Norfolk Military Vehicle Group, with re enactors providing Dancing, Vintage cars, 1940’s Policemen, Air Raid Wardens and a Land Girl playing the Spoons, who all gave a wonderful sense of fun to the day

There was a total of £950 to give away in Raffle Prizes with a whopping £500 as first prize! We were honoured to have General, Lord Richard Dannatt, (former Head of The British Army) and his delightful wife, Phillipa, Lord Lieutenant of Norfolk, (who represents His Majesty in Norfolk) on board, to draw the winning tickets for us. On their arrival they were greeted by the strains of “ The British Grenadiers” from our 1940’s musicians on the day, “ TimeScape”! The first prize winner completely bowled us over by returning her £500 win back to the Dome as a donation to our charity Everyone had a great time on the day and a good sum was raised to help us to maintain this wonderfully intriguing museum for future generations

A big “ Thank You” to all our fantastic Volunteers, Norfolk Military Vehicle Group, TimeScape Singers and Re Enactors, who all gave their time freely and most generously The Winners of the raffle were 1st Prize. Ticket no 1685 Carol Wood from Reading 2nd Prize Ticket no 0574 David Marris from Blakeney 3rd Prize Ticket no 1421 Power from Leicester 4th Prize Ticket no 2581 Hugh Powell from Warham 5th Prize Ticket no 0064 Helen Armstrong from Langham Langham Dome is always looking for volunteers If you can spare even a few hours a month we would love to have you join our happy crew Just get in touch at manager@langhamdome org

Thank you Deborah Wilson Manager, Langham Dome Museum. www.langhamdome.org

Weybourne WI Hear the Gruesome Tale of the Red Barn Murder

Celia Howe, President, welcomed 28 members and 5 visitors to the Village Hall on Wednesday, 2nd November, for the meeting of Weybourne WI.

After a short business meeting, our speaker, Susan Parry, gave us an account of the notorious Red Barn murder, which took place on the 18th May 1827 Her talk was illustrated with numerous photographs

Susan began by describing the political situation at the time and the history of the Marten family. She then went on to detail the events which led to the murder of Marian Marten by her lover William Corder After fleeing the murder scene, he maintained the pretence that they had gone away together and told her family that they were married Maria’s family were suspicious, and her stepmother dreamt where her body was located It was later discovered by her father, buried at the Red Barn.

Corder was eventually arrested and his trial was held at Bury St Edmunds in August 1828 He pleaded not guilty, but it took the jury only 35 minutes to declare him guilty He was sentenced to death by hanging, followed by dissection of his body for medical science His execution took place in front of an audience of 20,000. An early book about the murder was said to have been partly bound with skin removed from Corder ’s remains

Susan finished her talk by revealing that she is a distant relative of Maria Marten The vote of thanks was given by Celia Howe The afternoon concluded with tea and biscuits and the drawing of the raffle

A Money-Savvy and Stress-Free Christmas

The most wonderful time of the year can be a bit of a tyranny, with endless adverts trying to convince us that if we are not going mad with endless buying and cooking then we are failing in some way March to your own tune this Christmas, by enjoying the season’s festive meal however you want to do it We are all feeling the pinch in our pockets this year, but let ’s not forget that the first Christmas was very simple indeed! The special thing about this occasion is not killing yourself trying to produce the perfect meal, but rather spending special time with the people that you share it with Take shortcuts, make full use of the special offers available at all the supermarkets, and go ahead and cook whatever you want for your festive meal Vegetables are all on special offer in December, so really the only expensive thing about this meal is the meat, and I guarantee you that even that will be on offer as supermarkets vie for our business If you’re vegetarian or vegan, use the recipe below which is delicious and full of good things, and looks like a really impressive centrepiece to your feast Tables can be beautifully decorated on the day with holly and ivy from the garden, and a few simple candles and baubles borrowed from the tree to cheer it up. Christmas crackers don’t have to cost the earth, and you can add extras into the cheaper ones such as chocolates and personal messages for your guests Make some festive mini sausage rolls for your guests when they first arrive, by adding in dried sage, fried leeks and chopped dried cranberries to your sausage meat, and rolling in your own home made pastry, which is so cheap and easy to make (see extra recipe below) Make your own mince pies for teatime too with the same pastry, adding in a few drops of your favourite tipple to the mincemeat to make it special Plan some simple games for the afternoon or go for a walk to ease off the dinner We will be at the Venue again for Christmas Day this year, so if you’re on your own or want a change, book in to join us. Whatever you do, do it your own way, relax and enjoy the day A very Merry Christmas and I look forward to bringing you some more recipes in the New Year!

Mushroom and Lentil Wellington

1 large white onion, finely chopped

2 sticks celery, finely chopped

1 leek, finely chopped

1 large carrot, diced

¼ celeriac, peeled and diced

6 large flat mushrooms, roughly chopped into small pieces

1/2 fennel bulb, finely chopped

Sun dried tomatoes in oil

2 fat garlic cloves

2 Tsp Dried sage

Tsp smoked paprika

Splash tamari

Heaped Tsp Miso paste, mixed with a little warm water

1 tin brown or green lentils, drained

½ pack of chestnuts, chopped

Large handful dried cranberries

Nice One, Dave!

It just gets better and better! So said several of our very happy audience members as they left the last Briston Organ Show for 2022 on Friday November 25th; they had just enjoyed two hours of exciting and memorable music played by ace keyboard maestro David Harrild, using a Yamaha TRX multi keyboard system. His programme had included a jazzy version of 'Begin the Beguine', pan pipe classics from South America, a super choir based version of Beethoven's 'Ode to Joy', and a disco version of the theme from 'Star Wars', to name just a few out of the dozens of items he played to perfection

Live music at these shows is just so popular in Briston nowadays, and next year there will be seven more shows, including return visits of top musicians like Brett Wales and Elizabeth Harrison Tickets for these events are just £8 each, so you can hear top artistes locally without paying a fortune The shows take place at the Copeman Centre in

2 tblsp oatmeal

2 packs ready rolled puff pastry

Using some oil from the sundried tomato jar, gently fry the onion, celery, leek, carrot, and celeriac until pale and soft, being careful not to burn them, and adding in the mushrooms after 5 minutes Add in sage, paprika, the fennel, 4 or 5 sun dried tomatoes chopped finely and the garlic and fry for a further 5 minutes. Give the pan a splash of tamari and the miso and stir well. Taste and season. Tip in the lentils, chopped chestnuts and cranberries, and lastly the oatmeal and stir well to combine Set aside to completely cool Once ready to assemble and cook, unroll one sheet of the pastry, using its’ greaseproof wrapper to line the flat baking tray Carefully place the mixture into the middle of the pastry making sure it is firmly packed together and moisten all sides of the pastry with water Place the second pastry over the top of the first to encase the mixture, and flatten all round to seal it all in, trimming any excess and pressing down firmly If you have any offcuts of pastry, cut out some star or holly shapes to decorate the top, sticking them down with a little water Prick the top with a knife 3 times to allow air to escape, and brush with a little milk. Place into a preheated oven on 180ᵒ for approx 30 to 45 mins or until the pastry is golden and cooked through Serve immediately with all the usual Christmas side dishes

Fabulous Festive Sausage Rolls

First make the filling; gently fry off some finely chopped leek or onion in a little oil and set aside to cool. Mix some dried sage, salt and pepper and your leeks into a pack of sausage meat, and then fold in some dried chopped cranberries Dust your hands with a little flour and roll the sausage meat into long sausage shapes and set aside

For the Pastry:

8 oz Self Raising Flour

4 oz Butter/marg (I use Clover) A pinch of salt

4 tblsp very cold water to mix

Chop your butter into the flour and salt, and then using your hands rub in lightly until the mix looks like fine breadcrumbs Add in the cold water and bring together with a knife into a lump of dough DO NOT OVERHANDLE! Turn over a couple of times lightly to bring it together into a smooth ball, and then dust your surface with flour and roll out into a long rectangle. Place your sausage meat into the middle of the pastry and lightly wet one long side Roll the pastry over the meat and seal, slicing off any excess, and use a fork to press lightly into the sealed edge to decorate Slice into small rolls, and place onto a baking sheet, brushing the tops with a little egg and milk. Pop into a preheated oven on 180 ᵒfor 15 to 20 mins, or until pastry is golden and meat is cooked through Can be made ahead and frozen

Use the same pastry recipe to roll out and make mince pies, using a star cutter for the tops, which can also be frozen

Carolyn Burn

Briston, a very comfortable venue, and raise much needed funds for both the Centre itself, and for the amazing ORBIS Flying Eye Hospital indeed, the shows in 2022 raised over £1700 for this wonderful charity

If you would like to be put on our mailing list, and get details of next year ’s programme, either 'phone Carol on 01263 860844, or email us on info@emjaymusic com, and leave the rest to us May we now take this opportunity to wish all our supporters a very Happy Christmas, and a very musical New Year!

David Harrild

Editor ’s Recipe

It’s December already and Christmas is just around the corner Those of you who are well organized have probably made your Christmas cake and puddings weeks ago, but for the rest of us who are not so efficient it is useful to have a few last minute recipes up our sleeves to plug the gaps. A very good recipe if you have not yet made your Christmas cake is Delia Smith’s last minute mincemeat Christmas cake (recipe available online), it is nice and moist and doesn’t need maturing and feeding

My recipe this month does away with the fid dly business of making mince pies if you are short on time, but still gives you the festive flavours and something to offer guests with a cup of tea Do splash out on good quality mincemeat as the basic ones tend to be too runny

You will need a traybake tin (deep sided baking sheet) about 12” x 8” lined with baking parchment so that it overlaps the sides

Ingredients

320g plain flour 200g cubed butter 100g ground almonds 100g caster sugar

1 jar of luxury mincemeat (about 400g) 120g flaked almonds

Method

Preheat the oven to 190C/170C fan/Gas 5

Put all the dry ingredients into a food processor and blitz until the mixture looks like breadcrumbs, alternatively rub the butter in by hand Tip ¾ of this mixture into your prepared tin and compact it firmly with the back of a spoon Spoon the mincemeat in an even layer over the crumb mixture

Add half the flaked almonds to the rest of the crumb mix and spread over the mincemeat layer (like a crumble topping), press it lightly down and scatter the remaining flaked almonds over the top Bake in the middle of the oven for about 40

Mincemeat and Almond Traybake

Veteran Spike Wins Bronze at Masters Swimming Gala

Veteran Spike Buchan, of Beeston Regis, swam the shorter distances of 50m and 100m back stroke at the National Masters in Sheffield when he represented the North Norfolk Vikings Swimming Club After finishing fifth in the 100m with 1:13 48 he turned to the 50m and after a close finish, he went 32.82 to earn Viking's first bronze of the competition

However, although he did not medal, Spike finished thirteenth in the 100m free in an impressive time of 1:00.92.

In complete contrast, Viking Lead Coach, Sam Watts, swam the longer distances In the 800m freestyle, Sam was up against a strong field of seven competitors over 32 lengths of the pool Dan John of Reading was the runaway winner when he finished in 8:46 53 but Sam came in third for the bronze medal in 9:48 31 Sam had earlier come sixth in the 400m in 4:38 74

Club Chairperson Sarah Buchan also represented the club in the 1,500m and finished in eighth spot with 24:44.09 after 60 hard lengths of the pool

John Holden

The Vikings have a strong masters section and squads for all abilities. If you would like a free try out, please e mail them info@norfolkvikings.co.uk

Spike Buchan

High Kelling Garden Club

On Monday 14th November, Peter Skeggs Gooch from Thorncroft Clematis gave us a lively talk on the different varieties that will provide flowers all year round, from evergreen armandii and cirrhosa varieties in winter, the Atragene group (formally known as alpina/ macropetala/koreana/chinensis) and montana in spring, the early and midsummer large flowered varieties, through to viticella and tangutica species in the autumn There are also non climbing herbaceous varieties which will scramble through flower borders and smaller varieties suitable for containers Most prefer their flowers in the sun, but ‘Nelly Moser ’ (white/pink), ‘John uxtable’(white), ‘Prince Charles’ (blue) and ‘Comtesse de Bouchard’ (deep pink) thrive in shade

When planting, dig a good sized deep hole about 12” from a supporting wall or fence, break up the soil at the bottom and incorporate well rotted manure or compost, then add another layer of soil with bonemeal If your soil is heavy, put gravel or stones at the very bottom to aid drainage as clematis hate soggy soil (especially important for containers, which must be raised off the ground). Tease out the lower roots of the new plant and make sure the root ball is 3” below the surface before refilling the hole If your clematis is in a hot position, mulch with bark chippings to provide shade and retain moisture

Although clematis wilt can cause plants to die back, the biggest cause of failure is the brittle stems not being supported well enough at the base, so that they split in the wind

Most winter and spring clematis simply require tidying to a neat framework after flowering, as their flowers are produced from woody stems but, if they flower after June, take off the top third around Valentine’s Day then prune again to leave two pairs of shooting buds on each stem in early March When you plant a bushy new clematis, although it seems a travesty, it ’s best to reduce its height in this way, otherwise the newly forming roots can’t support the lush top growth Our garden club isn’t just for the residents of High Kelling all are welcome! For details contact Tanya at hkgcsecretary@gmail.com or phone 07825 578321.

The Arts Society Glaven Valley

The Arts Society Glaven Valley meets for lectures on arts and related subjects, once a month on the third Tuesday from September to June We meet at Cley Village Hall The next meeting will be on 17 January 2023 at 1 45 for 2 15 at the Village Hall in Cley

Come along and listen to Dr Tom Flynn talking about the History of Auctions from the Roman period, when the spoils of war were auctioned “Under the Spear,” through to the great book auctions of the sixteenth century and on into the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries when auctions became the favoured means of disposing of furniture, paintings, works of art and the chattels of the great landed estates

Finally, he will discuss the global auctions of the current era Are high end art auctions really public sales or is something else happening behind the scenes? How transparent is the process and why do prices keep rising to such extraordinary heights? Are auctions contributing to international money laundering and similar white collar crime? This stimulating and lavishly illustrated lecture will tell the inside story of why the world’s most expensive paintings sell for such staggering sums of money

In addition to its expert monthly lectures, TASGV organises a programme of Study Days, visits and social occasions It also supports a Young Arts Group and other volunteering activities such as producing Trails of Discovery for local historic churches and venues, aimed at young people

Membership of TASGV costs £45 a year. You can come as a guest for £5 to see if you enjoy our meeting There is free parking in the car park next to the Village Hall New members are welcomed, and you can find out how to join on our website www.theartssocietyglavenvalley.org.uk The

Holt Holistic Centre

Greetings and New year Wishes from all at Holt Holistic Centre

What is true health? We hear a lot about the importance of being healthy but what does it actually mean to be healthy?

Well to start with, it ’s not just about being ‘not sick’ Health is much greater than that True health is when the body and mind are working at their optimal level and working well together It means having the energy and vitality to do what you want to do in life

The body is constantly being maintained in a state of homeostasis, an equilibrium, which includes what is normal for all physiological functions like blood pressure, sugar levels, muscle tension, posture, balance, breathing rate, oxygen levels, body temperature, etc this means, the body is always looking to return all of these things to an optimal level of ‘normal’ For instance, when you have a fever, the body does it ’s best to return to normal temperature Same as when you exercise, the body looks to return to a resting heart rate after stress or activity

It is important to listen to your body when it sends out messages of pain or ‘malfunction’ and act accordingly to resolve the bodies problems before they become chronic and alter the nervous system

A person with a healthy nervous system will not just be able to deal with illness or injury but will also be able to experience the many benefits of a healthier life overall

Here at Holt Holistic Centre, we have a group of experienced therapists who can help you to get out of pain and get you back on track to a healthy life, whether your pain is acute or chronic

We have:

Sara Thornley McTimoney & Craniosacral Therapist 01263 711898

Claire Dye Physiotherapist 07919 621006

Sam Rodwell. Physiotherapist. 07879 645025

Jack Sadler Physiotherapist 07948 463944

Alison Courtney Acupuncturist 07790 264515

Sebastian Deans Shiatsu practitioner 07789 071761

Melanie Cook Homeopathy 07878 751859

Sarah Silvester Sports Massage Therapist 07786 745428

Michelle Geere Foot Health Practitioner 07919450999

Merry Christmas From Toll Barn Vets!

Christmas is fun for all the family, and that definitely includes all our pets! However, Christmas is often a busy time for our 24/7 on site emergency service as there are plenty of hidden dangers lurking during the festivities which we should all be aware of to help keep our pets safe

Christmas Cake, Christmas Pudding, Mince Pies and Fruit Bowls all contain raisins, sultanas or grapes. These should never be fed to pets as they can cause kidney damage and in severe cases kidney failure They can also contain alcohol which can cause signs of intoxication as well as dangerous drops in blood sugar levels, blood pressure and body temperature Not all dogs will be affected but there is no way of knowing which animals will suffer from toxicity so they are best completely avoided. Macadamia nuts can also be toxic causing neurological signs such as weakness, depression, tremors and vomiting within 12 hours of being eaten Onions and garlic can also be harmful (even when cooked) with signs such as vomiting and diarrhoea and potentially destruction of red blood cells (haemolytic anaemia) Many Christmas dinners include sage and onion stuffing or onion based gravy so it is best to avoid giving these “left overs” to pets.

Chocolate decorations are frequently used on trees and in stockings Chocolate contains a stimulant called theobromine (similar to caffeine) 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) If your pet eats chocolate it is important to be able to tell your vet how much and what type of chocolate has been eaten as this will help us calculate whether a toxic dose has been reached

Some foods such as sugar free gum and diabetic biscuits contain xylitol Xylitol is a naturally occurring sugar which is often used as a sweetener in low carbohydrate and diabetic products When pets eat xylitol their blood sugar level can drop rapidly causing lethargy and weakness and in severe cases, seizures Xylitol can also cause liver failure in some dogs The signs of this can take several days to develop We would advise urgent veterinary attention for any pet who is suspected to have eaten products containing xylitol.

Pets, especially dogs, have an exceptional sense of smell This means they will often hunt out bones, foil or string with meat juices from the rubbish bin or counter tops These bones are often brittle and splinter easily which can cause blockages or tears within the oesophagus and intestine whilst foil or string can cause obstructions within the stomach and intestine

Many of these (and other) foods also contain high levels of fat This can cause vomiting and diarrhoea and more seriously increases the risk of pancreatitis

There are also several household dangers which are more common at Christmas Tinsel and tree ornaments are particularly attractive playthings to cats and puppies If eaten these will often cause blockages and twists within the intestines of your pet requiring immediate surgery to remove the material Christmas ornaments will also often break if played with by pets. This can cause choking, cuts within the mouth and damage to the intestines if eaten Christmas trees themselves are also potentially toxic with pine needles causing irritation of the mouth (which may show as excessive drooling),

vomiting, diarrhoea and weakness

Naughty puppies and kittens have also been known to injure themselves climbing Christmas trees or knocking them over so it is always advisable to have a barrier to prevent access to the tree, as well as supervision!

Candles and fairy lights are always appealing to curious pets but can result in electrocution or burns Make sure electric lights and candles are always placed out of reach of naughty paws!

Heated oils create pleasant aromas around the house but can cause burns to the tongue and mouth if licked so make sure they are placed away from inquisitive animals

Festive bouquets often include lilies, but ingestion of the plant or plant pollen 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 on the cat to prevent them licking and ingesting more pollen and contact your vet for advice. Holly, Mistletoe and Poinsettias are also toxic causing vomiting, diarrhoea and depression Mistletoe has been known to cause collapse, changes in heart rate and erratic behaviour following ingestion

Poinsettia sap has irritant properties which can cause blistering of the mouth and stomach when eaten We would recommend all plants are kept well out of reach of inquisitive pets!

Most of these potential dangers are treatable if caught early enough so if you have any concerns about your pet during this festive period our 24/7 on site emergency service is available for our clients throughout Christmas and New Year on our normal surgery phone number (01692 407126)

We wish you all a safe and Merry Christmas!

DECEMBER

Christmas Eve 9 am - 12.30 pm

Christmas Day Closed - Emergency only

Boxing Day Closed - Emergency only

Tues 27th Dec Closed - Emergency only

Weds 28th Dec 8.30 am - 6.30 pm

Thurs 29th Dec 8.30 am - 6.30 pm

Friday 30th Dec 8.30 am - 6.30 pm

Sat 31st Dec 9 am - 12.30 pm

JANUARY

New Year’s Day Closed - Emergency only

Mon 2nd Jan Closed - Emergency only

Tues 3rd Jan Open as normal

Our 24/7 on site emergency service remains available for our clients throughout the festive period.

Our 24/7 on site emergency service remains available for our clients throughout the festive period.

and birds; invited groups of musicians and enter tainers; intergenerational work with Gresham School; art therapy with support from Norfolk County Council Adult Learning as well as the many arts and crafts, quizzes, games, pamper sessions, exercise to music, reminiscence packs and general fun, laughter and mayhem contributed by our tireless Support Workers

Our Meals on Heels

service has delivered over 2,500 meals to people living in their own homes between Cromer to Holt four days per week and we thank our volunteer drivers who give of their time each week to deliver them always a happy bunch of caring, willing people as well as our kitchen staff Over 200 people have also had a bath in our adapted bathroom

Looking forward, we hope to increase our numbers attending the centre, expand the community meals and really put the centre on the map for the quality of our provision. Care in the Community such as our Day Centre is essential to help maintain people to live in their own homes and give carers a break As a charity, we rely on donations and grants to continue our work and we hope that the cost of living crisis will not have a detrimental impact in 2023 We wish everyone a very Happy Christmas!

Mrs Elf and Safety The Jolly Elf Tree

Threats to our Birdlife: January to March 2023 at Cley Marshes

In early 2023, at NWT Cley Marshes events are focussing on birdlife and the increasing threats to many species The January exhibition ‘No Place to Be’ by artist Jayne Ivimey, explores this issue and runs from January 10 to March 21 On Thursday 19 January, Jayne will give a fascinating talk about the story behind her show at Cley, including her experiences working with birds after an oil spill. Tickets: £12 NWT members, £14 non members, including lunch. Other events explore the many threats to birdlife such as the impact of plastic pollution, in an online talk from leading researcher, Dr Alex Bond of the Natural History Museum, on 9th February

Tickets: £12 NWT members, £14 non members

NWT Ambassador Nick Acheson will be joined at Cley on Thursday 2 March by writer and ecologist Helen Baczkowska, for an evening discussing his new book The Meaning of Geese, written during the 2020 21 lockdowns. Tickets: £8 NWT members, £10 Non Members. For full event details and booking please see: Events at Cley Norfolk Wildlife Trust

Hedgehog Haven

Owing to the mild weather there has been an influx of very small hoglets weighing no more than 200gms. Without intervention these would have no chance of surviving the winter months Keeping them warm is very important so they have small heat pads in their cages

We will be at North Walsham Garden Centre on Saturday 10th December from 10am till 3pm for fund raising and advice

On Friday 27 January, on a more celebratory note, Master of Wine Mark Lynton and ornithologist Richard Porter will present an evening of wine tasting and discussion about bird adventures at home and abroad

Wine and Birds, Richard Porter

Jayne Ivimey’s work

New Food Shop ‘on Wheels’ Launched in North and West Coastal Norfolk

A mobile community supermarket for the coastal areas of north and west Norfolk becomes the latest food hub to join the Nourishing Norfolk Network

The mobile community supermarket, offering low cost food and household products, has taken to the road in north and west Norfolk to support residents living in coastal areas who are finding it hard to make ends meet The Coastal Health and Wellbeing Community Supermarket van is up and running thanks to support from the Norfolk Community Foundation and becomes the 10th food hub under the umbrella of the Nourishing Norfolk Network

The revamped, former supermarket delivery van makes regular trips to Hunstanton, Walsingham, Little Snoring, and Blakeney and a static version can be found every Wednesday afternoon at The Hive Café at the Old Cottage Hospital It is headed by Simon Prince, General Manager of Coastal Health & Wellbeing at the Old Cottage Hospital, and Helen Roythorne, who has been funded by Norfolk Community Foundation to manage the scheme Mr Prince explained: “ The Coastal community supermarket is a low cost food club where people pay a one off membership to join and then they have access to food that is up to 30% less than mainstream su permarkets. If you want to access the service as a member the only stipu lation is that you must have a permanent home in either West or North Norfolk There’s a £3 50 joining fee and that lets you access any of the sites ”

One of the aims is to support health and well being in coastal areas this winter. Last year, Chief Medical Officer Sir Chris Whitty called for a national strategy to improve the health of coastal communities Sir Chris’s ‘Health of Coastal Communities’ annual report highlighted that, in 2019, the older age profile of the coastal towns’ resident population is particu larly visible in smaller seaside towns the proportion of the population aged 65 years or over was second highest in Hunstanton. That same year, King ’s Lynn and West Norfolk had the seventh highest mental health need in the country and, in 2020, nine of the 13 council areas with the lowest

average weekly wages were in coastal areas and they included North Norfolk

Mr Prince added: “Our aim is to help our community have access to healthy, nutritious but low cost food, which will help them live a healthier lifestyle and help them to get their finances to go a little bit fur ther, especially in this cost of living crisis We offer free fruit and veg, which is kindly donated to us by local suppliers; we have free sanitary products which help us to combat period poverty and we don’t just offer tins of beans we offer things like cleaning products, and pet food “We are hoping that this will become a five day a week project and are working constantly with the local communities to see where those needs are Sheringham will come online soon as will Holt and Fakenham and we will work together as a group to cover as much of the local area as possi ble ”

Coastal Health and Wellbeing at the Old Cottage Hospital is looking for corporate funders, volunteers and supporters to help with the Coastal Community Supermarket Email: simon prince@wellshospital uk or helen roythorne@wellshospital uk The Coastal Community Supermarket can be found in the following locations:

Monday (every week), 10am 1pm, Hunstanton Town Hall

Tuesday (first, second and third of every month, 10am 12pm, Walsingham Village Hall

Tuesday (first and third of every month), 1 3pm, Little Snoring Community Room

Tuesday (fourth of every month), 10 3pm, Blakeney Village Hall

Wednesday (every week), 2 5pm, The Hive Café at Wells Community Hospital

For more information, visit wellshospital org uk

Simon Prince with the Coastal Community Supermarket Van

Winter Wellbeing at the Old Cottage Hospital

The Hive Café A Warm Space

Our space is the community ’s space, and we love a chat over a warm drink and a piece of cake This winter when it gets cold and a bit tough out there, come along and make yourself at home in the Hive Cafe at the heart of our old cottage hospital (Donations welcome but no requirement to make a purchase) Our space is your space. Open 10 3, Monday Friday.

Winter Workouts

Nourish your wellbeing with our weekly exercise classes Everyone is made welcome at our classes; come along and give them a go! Monday Yoga and Jazzercise/ Tuesday Combat and Body Pump/ Wednesday Yoga / Thursday Paracise and Pilates/ Friday Jazzercise Call 01328 711996 or email: admin@wellshospital uk for more information and how to book

Coastal Health and Well being Outreach service

We are taking some of our services out into Blakeney and Walsingham Village Hall.

Foot health with Katie runs out of the hospital every Monday and she is also part of our Outreach service Healthy feet make a healthy life, give Katie a call to book an appointment 07920038019 (subsidised appointments available at our outreach venues in Walsingham and Blakeney)

Art for wellbeing with Jennie at the Outreach venues come along and enjoy the creative process while having a chat Chatty Café at all our Outreach venues, soup and a roll and coffees with cake for a donation

Community Supermarket will be there, and we also can support you with well being services back at the old cottage hospital so do come along and see how we can help you this winter

Outreach dates in Jan 10th and 31st January in Blakeney Village Hall. For more information call 01328 711996 or email: admin@wellshospital.uk

A New Book on Weddings & Marriage

by Local Celebrant and Author

This 'unique and very valuable book' (book review) has been written by local celebrant and first time author Natasha Hood She might be better known locally for the uplifting and welcoming community singing groups she offers across the county, but now she has turned her hand to writing as well Born of almost two decades experience as an interfaith minister and life celebrant, Natasha recently published ‘ Your Wedding and Beyond; Ideas to make your Heart Sing ’ , to empower couples to think outside of the box and create a personally meaningful wedding and marriage

Natasha grew up near Sheringham on an organic small holding, in a multi racial family After years in Scotland, she 'unexpectedly returned full circle and is currently happily settled back where she grew up' in beautiful North Norfolk She is the Musical Director of 'Sing Your Heart Out' (www syho org), a Norfolk charity offering singing for well being In 2005, she conducted the first ever legal interfaith wedding in the UK

Hailed as ‘the Engagement Gift of the Year!’, Hood’s book is a thoughtful, practical guide inspired by the wealth of wisdom and diversity from across the world on love, weddings and marriage While it is most obviously aimed at couples wanting a bespoke wedding ceremony, this book offers a fascinating read for anyone interested in folklore, history, faith traditions, customs, and the power and purpose of intimate partnership

To order the book: https://square.link/u/mlIttj9j Please contact Natasha direct if you'd like to know more: Website: www natashahood com Email: natasha@natashahood.com

Lights Train Set to Shine

The North Norfolk Railway ’s popular illuminated train, the Norfolk Lights Express, is now running The immersive experience combines the tradition and romance of an old time steam train with state of the art GPS controlled lighting and audio technology to create an impressive spectacle for the whole family

Norfolk Lights Express trains run from Sheringham on most evenings in December Lights mounted to the outside of the train illuminate the passing countryside to create an enchanting and constantly changing vista for passengers while 10 additional illuminated dioramas, at selected points along the lineside, add to the spectacle and help tell an intriguing story, brought to life by on board narration and music

Commercial Manager, Graham Hukins, said “Since it debuted in 2019, the Norfolk Lights Express has become a firm festive favourite and this year we have reworked the on board story and added additional lineside displays to make the show better than ever ”

He added, “We have also included a bar car in the train, so passengers enjoy a drink during the interval at Holt The trains are proving as popular as ever and although two thirds of the tickets have sold already, there are spaces available on most days ”

Advance booking is essential for the illuminated train; tickets include reserved seats and are priced from £20 00 Full details including dates, times and availability can be found at www nnrailway co uk

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Folk at Weybourne goes from strength to strength Following our move from the Maltings Hotel which is now closed to the Village Hall over two years ago we continue to attract new performers and audience We welcome new singers and musicians We generally meet on 3rd Sunday every month from 3pm until 6pm our next meeting being on Sunday 18th December All are welcome We make a small charge of £1.00 to cover the cost of hire of the Village Hall We don’t have a bar so you can bring your own drinks/snacks if you wish

In the New Year however, we have some special events On Sunday 1st January we have a Ceilidh/Barn dance from 3pm until 6pm with ‘Blancoes Yard’ and caller Always good fun and a chance to keep fit! Tickets are £6 50 and are limited

On Sunday 22nd January we have a special guest, John Kirkpatrick who is very well respected in Folk circles. He has performed with many major Folk groups in the past including Steeleye Span, the Albion Band and Richard and Linda Thompson This is a rare opportunity to see him as a solo performer There will also be local singers/musicians Tickets are £7 00 and are limited

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Norfolk Lights Express illuminates the lineside, photo

Folk at Weybourne

ITEMS FOR SALE

info@holtchronicle co uk

leave the details in The Holt Chronicle collection box in Feeney's Newsagents, Holt and we will advertise it for you FREE OF CHARGE for items totalling £300.00 or less, 50 words maximum. Items above this amount, or if you would like to include a photograph, will incur a charge Vehicles, cars, caravans, trailers, boats, property, business etc not accepted without charge Animals pets, livestock, live fish etc not accepted Please contact Jo on 01263 821463 for further details

For Sale

DOG CRATE - Black wire dog crate suitable for a large labrador or similar size dog. 120cm x 73cm x 78.5cm. Front and side door. Hardly used ex condition £95.

FLAVEL Electric Cooker, freestanding, white. 90cm x 50cm x 59cm - 4 hobs 2 x 19cm 2 x 16cm VG condition - £160

Black leather armchair - 84cm x 80cm x 60cm plus 35cm to back. Very comfortable VG condition - £185 Swivel recliner armchair with footstool Grey tweedlike cloth - as new - £175. All items collect from Holt call 01328 878943 or 07852 914275

For Sale

2.40m x 1.80m (8’x6’) ‘A’ PentStyle Scott Summerhouse. Finished in pale green/cream Buyer to dismantle Less than half price paid - £800. Current price £1950. Contact Brenda on 07713 521 559

Mantis Garden Tiller, 4 stroke Honda GX25 engine, accessories and manual, £220 ono AL Ko grass strimmer, model BC223 L S, manual and additional cord spool, £80 Ono Both little used and nearly new condition 01263 823880 Crown Staffordshire Orchard Glory china, 8 pieces including ginger jars, pots, small dishes £100 ono 01263 712791/07771 802276

Free standing electric heater, good working order £10 8 wheel walker very strong Hardly used Cost £300 Bargain at £75 Overstrand 01263 576579

3 Carousel baby dolls complete with car seat, wheeled bag, backpack and selection of accessories £10, Angelcare Baby Alarm £10 Call 07876 541594

Sharp Portable Electronic Vintage Typewriter PA 3000S still boxed £50 01263 519666

Gear 4 music red semi acoustic electric guitar in very good condition £150 ono gear 4 music Stratocaster style electric guitar coffee brown colour £130 ono Cromer 07376 199016

Thetford Porta Potti 345. Flush action, cassette for easy emptying Brand New wrapped and boxed never used Ideal for camping, caravanning etc Cost £65 will accept £30 07464 114742

Brand new, never been worn ivory wedding dress size 14, bought at Dreams Wedding Shop Wroxham, very elegant and beautiful, cost £300 new, selling £150 Blakeney Norfolk 07584 598981

2/3 seater sofa with loose damask cover vgc £100 ono, photos available Buyer collects, Holt area 07900 448034

Large wooden rocking horse hand painted, good condition, would make lovely Christmas gift £75 Buyer to collect 01328 862032

Genuine Victorian rope top tiles 9” wide £4 each 1940s Oak bedside cupboard 75cmx35sq £32 Old leaded glass cabinet door £25 Photos available 07768 057960

DYSON DC24 Animal “rollerball” vacuum cleaner Including operating manual & accessories booklet £40 Phone 01263 519 154 or 07749 756160

Raleigh medium cycle helmet used twice £9 Adult fold up bicycle comes with bag for storage only rode twice 2 very small marks, otherwise like new £100 01263 512311

67 Assorted sachets of Exante replacement meals for weight control not now needed £50 01263 512311

Electric Tilt/Riser/Recliner Chair made by DG Smith, Excellent working order although minor wear and tear to foot and left armrest £75 ono For more information call 07721 060992

Wanted by collector 00 gauge N gauge Railway / dinky toys, buildings anything considered cash/instant Bank transfer 01362 422451/ 07747 097798

Records 45s 78s and LPs cassettes, Computer/Console Games also CDs singles only all considered Tel 01692 405756

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 Motorcycle wanted for restoration, anything considered, even rusty non runner Call Rob on 07717 369788/01263 837320

OLD AUDIO HI-FI SYSTEM OR SEPARATES OR COMMODORE/ BBC/ATARI COMPUTERS AND GAMES Record player, amp, CD, speakers or parts etc , valve radios, valve equipment, radio parts and valves used/unused for collector Also unwanted record collections 07979 384246

MOTORCYCLES, SCOOTERS, MOPEDS Japanese, British bikes etc Anything considered, any condition, MOT failures, non runners etc Phone: 07811 574822 Email: motorcycleswanted247@gmail com

G E N U I N E C O L L E C TO R L O O K I N G F O R V I N TA G E TO Y S especially diecast models Also, low mileage older cars that have been cherished to add to my growing collection Fair prices paid Please call Nick on 07710 066828

LONG

TERM PARKING

AVAILABLE

at Holt Youth Centre, Old Station Way, Holt. NR25 6DH Cost £10 00 per month All proceeds to Holt Youth Centre Apply to Mrs. J. Alford, Holt Youth Centre 01263 710918

Noritaki China tea set for 8 damask pattern includes tea pot etc £100 ono Dolls house 6 rooms with lighting £150 ono, some furniture by negotiation 07340 413418

White shaker kitchen units, one double (sink), two single base units, one set of drawers, one double and one single wall unit, blue worktop, s/s sink, tap and a Hotpoint electric cooker, one kick board may need replacing will need gone by 10th January £150 buyer collects photos on request Sheringham 01263 479681 Man’s dress suit 38chest/trousers34/29 shirt 151/2 bow tie etc £50 hardly worn 07340 413418

Tamrac Professional camera bag As new, used once only £50 01263 588587 M&S rattan 3 seater settee with matching chair, excellent condition Buyer to collect £150 07850 668610

Large white inter wood mirrored wardrobe for sale, buyer to collect & dismantle £90 W180 xH216xD62cm NR28 0DW Like New 07876 232620

Collectors Ashton Drake Dolls. Individually priced starting from £40 6 different dolls in total for sale, all with certificates and original boxes Sheringham area Tel or Text 07516 252891

EARLEX VAP75 Steam Wallpaper Stripper 2000W in box, used once £10 00

3 John Lewis duck feather cushion pads 45 x 45 cms hardly used £10 00 Other cushions of different sizes also available 01263 710117

Circular saw, Silverline 185mm Used only once £25 Holt 01263 712810

Bicycle trailer, black, bumper transporter Has four sides with top cover Velcro tighteners Folds down and wheels can be removed for easy storage or for back of vehicle Very good condition only used twice £50 Ono 07890 117391 2/3 seater Harveys Genoa settee. L 180 W 100 H 90 Leather in red/Bordeaux colour Excellent condition £250 Buyer collects Hickling 07967 923493

1000 piece jigsaws at £6 00 also some 500 piece jigsaws £5 00 each Please ring 01263 711736

Tuxedo M&S “Autograph” black dress suit jacket chest 44” trousers W38” inside leg 29” plus John Lewis white dress shirt 17” plus black bow tie, all vgc £20 the lot John Rocha oatmeal linen jacket (Debenhams) size 44R hardly worn £10

Hollow fibre polyester Duvet 13 5tog, 185 x 185 (Double size) hardly used £10 07470 704568

Golf clubs 4 to sw Mizuno MX17 irons £75, Cobra Baffler Woods £60 Ping Answer putter £30 If sold together £140 01263 712571

Indesit 7kg white condensing tumble dryer, as new £75 ono; Dimplex Cheriton CHT20 electric coal effect fire £15 hardly used; 2 matching brown flecked Ikea rugs 80x150 cm £4 each; wooden sewing box/table £10 07486 123521

Stoves Richmond mini range in white approximately 6 years old, offered in good working order, only selling as updating kitchen £125 00 collection from Beeston Road Sheringham 07591 539388

New electric cable, 100 metres Prysmian 2 5mm twin and earth cable £70 00 Approx 40 metres 6mm twin and earth £68 00 Approx 35 metres 6mm twin and earth £60 00 07761 981128 email:

Rangemaster Toledo XT ­ 110 Dual fuel stainless steel cooker. 4 x gas burners with larger wok burner, large electric ceramic top plate, electric two ovens. Gas jets fi ed for calor gas. Mains gas jets can be fi ed. Has had a professional clean. In very good condi on. £495.00.

01263 712503 : 07887 722978

Dyson DC24 vacuum cleaner with operating manual Good condition £40 00 01263 519154

Interior wall lights. Set of 4 x twin lights and all fixing brackets/screws Metal copper finish. VGC. Photos available via WhatsApp. Collect from Cromer. £25. Tel or text 07966 183777

Greenhouse skylight openers x 2 £10 each Hempstead, Holt Shower tidy, corner, free standing, Lakeland £10 Hempstead, Holt 01263 715851

ROBIN PT 90 portable appliance tester in working order requires re calibrating £70 00 07761 981128

Lampshades x2 with Stag design £20 00 for 2 or will separate 1 pair size 12 M&S Brown jeggings £10 00 excellent condition Kitchen scales, £5 Wooden lamp bases, £10 each Evenings 01263 710011 2 unused and immaculate ‘Relyon Emperor’ single beds. £300 the pair Buyer collects 01263 512606

Purple 26” wheel mountain bike, suit teenager/adult, 15 grip gears, front & rear suspension in excellent condition used twice, £85 ovno, Sheringham 01263 824211

Cut glass 4 section serving platter with matching top Most attractive item £5 Holt 01263 712810

Vacuum cleaner Vax Action Midi Series Clean, very good condition with instructions booklet All accessories included plus a 4 2m Stretch hose (ideal for stairs) £25 Bull dog wheel lock for caravan/trailer £10 May be able to deliver 07881 803313

Royal Doulton Christmas Plates 1977 and 1978 As new £100 Glass topped, wooden coffee table Approx 80 x 40cm £25 4 Wheel Rollator with seat and bag Black and red Adjustable height £75 Dark oak hall seat with storage chest height 70cm 80 x 40cm Offers Man’s tweed suit Chest 42inch trousers waist 38 and leg 31 inch £25 Holt 07809 242994

Men’s 4 season "Meindl" Leather walking boots size 8 V G C £25 01263 740690

Panasonic Model MCUG304 Super lightweight 2000 watt Upright Cleaner with tools Shark Lift Away pro steam pocket mop model S3901UKJR with tools £30 each Sheringham 07786 473891

Static Exercise Bike DKN Technology AM EB, silent electromagnetic, 8kg flywheel, programmable, pulse measurement, detailed instruction book, see "sweatband com", can be taken apart for transport, excellent solid machine, £128, Blakeney 01263 741957

Mother and child uplighter floor lamp with reading light Satin chrome with bulbs Perfect condition £20 01263 515036 Ercol light wood, cream upholstered 3 seater sofa vgc £300 01263 761602

Forthcoming Events

Saturday 10th December Field Dalling Christmas Fair at the Village Hall Lots of stalls, vegetables, pickles, plants and loads more plus Father Christmas will be there Starts 11am till 2pm soup and bread rolls served

Wednesday 14th December South Creake Memorial Pavilion Coffee Morning at 10 30 a m to 12 noon Books, cakes and raffle All Welcome

South Creake Memorial Pavilion Christmas Prize Bingo with cash flyer Eyes down 7 30 p m Refreshments available Further info contact Paul 01328 823515

Friday 16th December Big cash and prize raffle Christmas bingo at Field

Dalling Village Hall, 7 30pm doors open at 6 15 pm, please book if you can on 01328 830582 as seats very limited

Sunday 18th December Folk at Weybourne Village Hall 3pm until 6pm Singers, musicians and audience all welcome Join in or just listen Bring your own drinks/snacks if you wish Tea/coffee available Entrance £1 00 to cover cost of hall Further info: Tony Baylis 01263 588781 or tonyandcarmen@btinternet com

Sunday 1st January New Year Ceilidh/Barn dance at Weybourne Village Hall 3pm until 6pm with ‘Blancoes Yard’ and Caller All welcome Bring your own drinks/food if you wish Entrance £6 50 by ticket only (limited) Further info: Tony Baylis 01263 588781 or tonyandcarmen@btinternet com

Sunday 22nd January Folk at Weybourne Village Hall 3pm until 6pm with very special guest John Kirkpatrick, Singer/Melodeon wizard All welcome Bring your own drinks/snacks if you wish Entrance £7 00 by ticket only (limited) Further info: Tony Baylis 01263 588781 or tonyandcarmen@btinternet com

Black Tefal Ingenio Performance 10 piece set Suitable for all hobs plus induction New in box, cost £150, would accept £70 Sheringham 01263 825993

Compact Table tennis table (36ins x72 ins), set of bats and balls Hardly used Make a good Christmas gift £90 01623 712895

Ladies Clothes Size 16/18 Large bag of assorted business professional work wear dresses, jackets and skirts including Jaeger, Dickin and Jones, Planet and high street labels excellent condition £40 01263 836762

22 inch LG TV (22TK410V) with stand and optional wall bracket and LG remote Excellent both operationally and cosmetically £25 One for all indoor aerial £5 01263 587369

Free Two single divan beds, with headboards and side tables Old but in very good condition Looking to be made use of rather than skipped Buyer collects from West Beckham 01263 825414

Child's Blue Pinnacle (Evans' Brand) Bike Would suit 6 10 year old 20" Wheels, 6 speed, immaculate condition £70 Collect Sheringham bushhouse22@btinternet com

Six brand new 6" per bristle paint brushes for sale, open to offers Weybourne 07867 814307

Drop leaf table good condition £20 01263 576781

Vintage Cambridge Holy Bible KJV, red letter edition, circa 1960’s Concordance, 8 Coloured Maps, Morocco Leather, Boxed In excellent condition with 23 Carat Gold edges printed on India paper £65 01263 570084

Beige curtains 66” wide x 58” drop with tie backs £4 Cream curtains 52” wide x 54” drop with tie backs £3 Ivory silk effect curtains 90” wide x 56” drop £8 Cream with duck egg blue leaf pattern curtains 90” wide x 56 “drop £8 01328 856889

Large quantity of cut, unprocessed & unseasoned pine logs (from 3 trees) Offers invited, buyer collects whole lot only 01263 720973

Articulate game, £5 Decathlon exercise stepper, new, £20 Panasonic radio/cassette/CD & speakers, £10 Compost maker, new, boxed, £20 Heated rollers, £3 Body heat wrap, boxed, new, £5 Shower screen, 2 glass fittings, incl door with parts, free 01263 721522

Men’s calf length black coat, (Howick) from House of Frazer, tailored, 4 pockets, worn 3 times, XXL, £70 2 shirts, 19½ collar, blue pinstripe and burgundy, chest 56”, worn twice, £5 each 07447 904315

4 x 20kg of rock salt, £4 a bag or £12 the lot 1974 Meccano No4 set, £30 ono 46 Classic Bus magazines, £10 ono 1980s Scalextric track and accessories (no cars), offers Sheringham 01263 820363

Wellingtons Aigle men’s parlours ISO adjustable 5mm neoprene lined size 7 (41) in khaki £80 Barbour heritage Liddesdale quilted jacket men’s in olive size small £50 Ladies Bike Regent Challenge 26 ATB All Terrain Geometry £50 (Holt) 07962 599303

Two dark brown rattan effect Sun loungers with fitted cream cushions for sale Used but still in good condition Buyer to collect £20 for both, not available separately Please call Claire on 0788 7762536

Janome JP760 computerised sewing machine. Auto button holes, walking foot, extended table plus extras £100 00 Holt 07502 627149

Men’s Jaeger jackets, one blue stripe one grey size 40" chest as new £20 each Ladies brown suedette Gelco jacket size 14 as new. £15. Black sleeveless flapper (tassel) dress size 14 as new £15 Red Cuckoo shoulder bag unused £15 01263 517196

Office Hippo medium back computer chair Adjustable seat and back Dark tan fabric Excellent condition £93 (asking £250 on Amazon) Stag Minstrel Cheval mirror Excellent condition with original finish £80 (Cromer) 07760 418108

Boston handles satin steel 38 pairs 14mm, £30 Porcelain cabinet knobs 40 £30 Fishing tackle, rods, reels, nets, whips 3m to 5m, seat, tackle boxes All good condition £40 07867 397247

Boxes of jigsaws, £25 per box 12 in each box 01263 517156

2 Next side sofa wooden cubes as new can be used side of bed, can be sold separately Height 52cms depth 30 cms width 30cms, £15 each 01263 673256

Mountain bike, £145 Bike lights £10 Bicycle pump £5 Detachable cycling bag £10 Desk £20 Shower shelving unit £10

Bathroom cabinet £10. Chair £10. Corner wall cabinet £15. Suitcase £14. 01362 688280

Wheeled shopping trolley, £5 Armchair extends to 43” + wooden arms, £15 Maestro king pins, new boxed, £15 Mondeo steering lock, £10 Times Concise World Atlas, Readers Digest ‘Last 2 Million Years’, Memoirs HRH Duke of Windsor 1951, £15 lot Mk two Micra spares, rear struts + kit, door mirrors, dist cap, electric leads, handbook, £20 lot 01263 710067

Upright SEBO vacuum cleaner series automatic x 4 extra, vgc, £50 Morris & Co handmade curtains, 2 pairs, 1 46 x 1 93cm wide, 1 pair 2 16 x 1 32cm wide, muted colours, £25 per pair 01263 740690 Drive ‘Torro’ rollator, as new, £120 07939 258551 or 01263 822528

Extension ladde, 8ft, extends to 14ft, good condition, £50 Wheelchair, £10 Lawn King rotary mower, 18” cut, power driven, £50 Men’s leather jacket, size 38/40” Black, £20 Lady’s blue zip up jacket, fur rimmed hood, brand new, £15. 01263 823180

380 double Roman concrete interlocking roof tiles, 42 x34cm, excellent used condition, £190 or 50p per tile Glass side panel for shower, 900 x 1850mm, still in packaging DPB 90 2Y 116, cost £200, would like £50 Cash only, buyer collects 07887 511597

Dimplex Club woodburner effect fan heater with remote control Matt black with a long lead Height: 24 inches, width 20 inches and depth 13 inches £30 ONO Dyson 04 upright vacuum cleaner (green) £30 ONO Swanton Novers 01263 862020

Ring Ding for the King

interest in bellringing started when I moved to Hindringham some 7 years ago St Martin’s church has 5 bells which have not been rung for some 70 years Why? I wondered Investigations revealed the bells to be in a very sorry state with cracks and even a chunk missing out of one of them Not put off, I determined to get them ringing again but if they were to ring, I had better learn how to do it. That coincided with a campaign launched by the Central Council of Church Bell Ringers called Ringing Remembers to recruit 1,400 new ringers to commemorate the 1,400 bell ringers killed in the first World War and 100 years since the end of WW1 It was very successful with 3,332 people signing up to learn and, on the day, 11 November 2018, 2,804 people rang in some form of commemoration A remarkable achievement Thousands of people discovered the joy of this ancient art, bringing companionship, joy, stimulation, relaxation, extra income earned at ringing for weddings, and a welcome in any and every* church in the country, and indeed across the world

But bell ringing does come with a health warning. It is totally addictive, and you can easily become obsessed I would ring every daty if I could and of course, that is the best way to improve A few months committed practice once or twice a week will see you ringing rounds competently with any band in the land After that, you will never stop learning, there is always more to discover and there’s always an excuse to ring Examples of recent reasons to ring quarter peals: Significant birthdays, christenings, weddings, anniversaries, funerals, national celebrations (Olympics, Commonwealth Games), Christmas & New Year, jubilees coronations, school fetes and end of term, graduations, World Peace Day, Norwich City win, All Fools Day, saints’ days, Speak Like a Pirate Day (and this from a vicar), International Chocolate Pudding Day, shopping centre opening, celebrating how much the grass had grown since the last quarter peal!

A peal is a minimum of 5,000 continuous changes of bell order, taking some

3 hours to ring, a quarter peal is 1,260, taking around 40 minutes and much more achievable for most people

And so back to Hindringham the tower was found to be cracked and my simple idea of getting the bells ringing has turned into a major project, thwarted by various issues including Covid but the determination to see bells ringing out again has only grown stronger A fascinating video produced by local bell enthusiast and sound recordist Chris Richmond can be viewed on YouTube at https://youtu be/ n1do mQdvI (search St Martin’s, Hindringham) Luckily there are many towers in the area to learn and no better place than St Andrew ’s Holt We practice every Friday night you may have heard us and is completely free What other activity costs nothing to learn? And as for the reputation of ringers only being interested in drinking beer and enjoying ringers’ tea and cake, well, you’ll have to discover for yourself whether that ’s true or not

A new campaign is being launched to recruit 8000 new ringers to ‘Ring for the King ’ marking the coronation in May 2023 Don’t miss out, give it a go, I’m sure you won’t regret it rather open up a new world of friendships and support for years to come. (*only a few, like Westminster Abbey, are by invitation only, requiring a cer tain standard of ringing)

Helen McKenzie

Holt Bellringer

Contact Adelene Clifton, Tower Captain 01263 862068/07774 301407 email: cliftonadelene@yahoo.co.uk

Regular Events

Arts & Crafts Group Weybourne Village Hall 12 00 2 00pm New group has started on the 4th Wednesday of the month Bring along your latest project e g , knitting, crochet, embroidery, rug making, tapestry, model making, drawing, painting, jigsaws or just come for a chat You are welcome to BYO light lunch and refreshment The group is not tutor led and there will be a small charge of £2 per month to cover the cost of the hall All crafts and other halves welcome! 07871 086409 for more information.

Want to make new friends and have fun while mastering a new skill in 2022? Why not come along to High Kelling Village Hall and try your hand at Short Mat Bowls in a warm, friendly environment with refreshments provided We are offering free afternoon taster sessions with expert tuition from experienced players If you would you like to find out more, contact Lyn on 01263 713898 or Tony on 01263 713119 and arrange a taster session

Dance your way to fitness. Every Tuesday from 1 2pm at The Copeman Centre, Briston BellyFit4Fun uses belly dance moves to aid fitness, core strength and FUN! No experience needed No need to book, just come along Suitable for all ages Call or text Gwenyth on 0758 222 9696 for more information

Guided Tours of the Chapel Icons. St Seraphim’s, Station Rd, Little Walsingham NR22 6EB Wednesdays and Saturdays 2pm

Quiet Garden Group. Last Friday of the month 10.30am to 2pm. The Quiet Garden Group meets monthly for talks and reflection in the Garden Room Bring a packed lunch; tea, coffee, squash and biscuits provided New members always welcome

Gardening Group Every Monday 10 30am to 1pm New members always warmly welcomed! Tools and refreshments provided For further information or if you would be interested in hiring our Garden Room for your own activities, please call 01328 820610 or email saint seraphims@gmail com

Folk at Weybourne Village Hall. Meets 3rd Sunday every month 3pm until 6pm. Singers, musicians, poets, dancers and audience all welcome Joi n in or just listen Bring your own drinks/snacks if you wish Tea/coffee available £1 00 entrance to cover cost of hall For further info contact Tony Baylis 01263 588781 or tonyandcarmen@btinternet com

Holt Bridge Club meets every Wednesday at 6 45pm for 7pm till approximately 10pm We meet at the very nice High Kelling Village Hall, Avenue Road, High Kelling, NR25 6RD Most weeks there is a standby, so you don't need to come with a partner but please do check on our website www.bridgewebs.com/holt/ or telephone the secretary, Maureen Kimbley on 01263 587705 We are a friendly club, affiliated to the English Bridge Union and play Duplicate Bridge, and always happy to welcome new members

Sheringham and District Philatelic Society meet at West Runton Church Hall, 2nd Monday each month at 7 30pm Contact Gerry for more information on 01263 579529 or on maurice g smith@brinternet com Saturday Cafés at St. Andrew ’s Church, Thursford, NR21 0BW. The first Saturday of every month 10am 12 everyone welcome to enjoy tea, coffee homemade cakes in this beautiful church Also no need to book just turn up!

SUDOKU Fill all empty squares so that the numbers 1 to 9 appear once in each row, column and 3 x 3 box. The numbers in the four yellow boxes are the ones needed as the answer that will be published in the next issue.

What sort of decorations will you be having this Chirstmas? This issue’s word search theme is ‘Christmas Decorations’.

Between four and twelve letters. One or two words. There are 16 entries in this issue’s CHRONICLE WORDSEARCH. How many can you find?

The FOUR YELLOW SQUARES in the SUDOKU were 7 4 5 8

The FALLEN PUZZLE answers were: THEY SHALL GROW NOT OLD, AS WE THAT ARE LEFT GROW OLD: AGE SHALL NOT WEARY THEM, NOR THE YEARS CONDEMN. AT THE GOING DOWN OF THE SUN AND IN THE MORNING, WE WILL REMEMBER THEM.

LAURENCE BINYON and PRAISING WHAT IS LOST MAKES THE REMEMBRANCE DEAR. WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE

The ‘Remembrance Day’ themed words featured in last issue’s CHRONICLE WORDSEARCH were: BRAVERY BUGLE CEMETERY

CENOTAPH COMMEMORATE HEROES MARCH MEDAL MEMORIAL POPPY REMEMBRANCE SALUTE SILENCE THELASTPOST WREATH

The NUMBER CRUNCHER 11 + 1 ÷ 4 + 17 – 13 x 7 = 49 There may be others.

Light Treatments

The light that treats all skin care needs: We have a choice of 27 different laser and light devices and combination packages are available Age, genetics, lifestyle factors and exposure to sun and elements age our skin resulting in broken veins, pigmentation, wrinkles and sagging Winter months are the best time to rejuvenate our skin and reverse some of the skin damage.

New technology can now treat unsightly leg veins, facial redness, facial veins, acne and scarring, enlarged pores, sallow complexion, fine lines, wrinkles and pigmentation 75% of population between 35 and 65 have some kind of treatable pigment problem Intense Pulse Light ( IPL™) and our lasers use controlled flashes of light to resolve these imperfections with no downtime

Facial redness and spider veins are a common cosmetic and medical complaint These are particularly common in rosacea sufferers Numerous treatments are available and these produce variable results but laser and light based treatments are the gold standard treatment options

Recently intense pulsed light devices have gained popularity Unlike lasers, IPL devices produce a broadband light and effectively target a number of cosmetic concerns such as brown/ black pigmentation, red and blue vessels, enlarged pores and fine skin lines simultaneously Patients see gradual but very noticeable improvements with complexion blending and brightening, achieving photo rejuvenation of the skin

We have a number of anti ageing treatments available today These include anti ageing supplements, vitamins, lotions, potions and hormones What is striking is that none of this reverse skins ageing and prevent skin ageing to the extent that IPL and lasers does

We now have the technology and considerable experience of using this technology effectively to repair the appearance of damaged skin, delay and help prevent signs of skin ageing and also possibly reduce the risk of skin problems in the treated skin It works very well on the face, neck, chest, and arms and anywhere on the body

Call www coltishallclinic co uk or phone us on 01603 736487 to book an appointment

Free Fix if TV Interference Occurs in Holt

Mobile networks are being improved in Holt boosting speed, performance and coverage. There is a small chance these upgrades may cause interference to TV received through an aerial such as Freeview, BT, TalkTalk and YouView Symptoms could include intermittent sound, blocky images (pixelation) or loss of TV signal

Free support is available from Restore TV Restore TV ’s role is to ensure people can continue to enjoy free to view TV when mobile is upgraded in their area. It provides help to anyone experiencing interference to TV services caused by mobile signals Restore TV offers additional support for people who are 75 years of age or older, are registered blind or partially sighted or receive any of the following benefits: personal independence payments (PIPs); attendance allowance; constant attendance allowance or War Pensioner ’s Mobility Support

Ben Roome, CEO of Restore TV, said: “If you see new TV interference, we’re on hand to help you resolve the issue We can send a Restore TV filter, free of charge, for you to fit between your aerial lead and TV or set top box to remove mobile signals and allow you to watch free to view TV as normal Full instructions are included, and we can provide further advice online and by phone if needed.

“In most instances, fitting the filter will resolve any issues, but if this isn’t the case, we may also be able to arrange a follow up visit from a Restore TV engineer at no cost, depending on eligibility ”

Cable and satellite TV, such as Sky or Virgin, are not affected However, viewers with these services, who

also watch free to view TV through an aerial, can receive a free

TV filter

Residents are more likely to be affected if they live in an area with weak digital television reception, have a TV signal booster and whose TV aerial is close to a mobile mast.

For residents in flats or communal buildings, Restore TV provides landlords or property managers with support to resolve the problem Any viewers who experience new interference to free to view TV should contact Restore TV on 0808 13 13 800 (free from landlines and mobiles)

A Fun Time Ahead for Blakeney Rowing Club

Your local rowing club is very active and currently based near Barton Broad for the winter The final row of the year on 20th November at Blakeney was a great event as it involved rowing in company with the King ’s Lynn and Wells Coastal Rowing Club It ’s always a pleasure to meet up and take to the water with other members of the rowing community. Now, Cox ’s Boatyard, Barton Turf, is the base for regular exciting outings to many destinations on the beautiful Norfolk Broads These usually last around two hours but sometimes longer voyages take club members to places further afield, to a different Broad with a pub lunch as the incentive Rowing in such a beautiful setting is a great way to spend a morning or a day.

At the time of writing, a crew is preparing to compete, once again, for the Carrow Cup in Norwich on 3rd December There are many clubs involved and Blakeney hopes for success in the race this year Good luck to the Blakeney crew

Already there are plans to take part in many events next year. Amongst these are La Semaine du Golfe du Morbihan, an enormous gathering of oared craft in Brittany, between 15th and 20th May 2023 and the spectacular Vogalonga procession in Venice on 27th and 28th May 2023 These are some exciting prospects!

This has been a year in which many new members have been welcomed to your local rowing club If you want to know more about the club’s activities, or try skiff rowing for yourselves, contact Humphrey at hborgnis@icloud com Beginners and returning rowers are always welcome Coaching and helpful advice will be available There is no obligation to compete. Come along for a gentle and sociable row. Remember, you can keep up with the club’s activities on Instagram, on Facebook and on the club’s website at crablakeney wordpress com Come along and take part in an enjoyable activity on the water Hope to see you soon

Barry Howes.

Bodham and Beckham Village Hall Film Club

Wednesday 14th December 7 00pm: Fame is Never Plain Sailing “FISHERMAN’S FRIENDS 2:ONE AND ALL” 2022 (12) starring James Purefoy and Dave Johns

The sequel to the 2019 hit UK comedy charts the next instalment of the Fisherman's Friends amazing and uplifting true story Following the unexpected success of their debut album “No Hopers, Jokers and Rogues” we re join the world's oldest ‘buoy band’ a year later struggling to navigate the pressures, pitfalls, and temptations of their newfound fame FISHERMAN’S FRIENDS: ONE AND ALL follows the celebrated shanty singers through the highs and lows as lifelong friendships are put to the test and they battle the dreaded ‘curse of the second album’

Review: Terrific Hugely Enjoyable Please join your fellow supporters for a glass of mulled wine and a mince pie prior to screening! Doors will open at 6 30pm

The Film Club wish you all a “A VERY HAPPY CHRISTMAS AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR” and look forward to seeing you on 11th Jan uary 2023 when we will be screening “ TOP GUN MAVERICK ”

Bodham and Beckham Craft Club

Don’t forget Crafters The Bodham and Beckham Craft Club takes place in the Village Hall on alternate Wednesdays from 2 00pm to 4.00pm. The next meeting is on 14th December. The cost is £3.00 per meeting to include refreshments. Bring any crafts that you are interested in and socialise with like minded people Come along and join the banter and chat, see if it ’s the sort of thing for you or please contact Helen Bruford on 588122 for more information

“A VERY HAPPY FESTIVE SEASON TO ALL ” Our first get together in 2003 is on Wednesday 11th January at 2.00pm.

1 Where was the 1986 World Cup held?

2 Three men have been sent off for England playing in the World Cup Finals. Who are they?

3 Which was the first European nation to win the World Cup?

4 Why was North Korea's Pak Doo ik famous in 1966 World Cup finals? (pictured)

5 In which year did the World Cup never have a cup final?

6 Who did Zinedine Zidane head butt in the 2006 World Cup final?

7 Who became the youngest ever player to appear in the World Cup Finals in 1982?

8 Which British footballer scored in 3 consecutive World Cups against teams from 3 different continents?

9. In the 1974 World Cup Finals, which team were knocked out of the first round, but were also the only team never to lose a match in the tournament?

10 Four other players have been sent off in World Cup qualifying matches, for England Who are they?

Answers are upside down in this issue elsewhere No cheating!

S H E R I N G H A M R A M B L E R S

SUNDAY DECEMBER 11th: 5 mile walk commencing from Cley Village Hall (free car park) led by Stuart Contact Telephone No: 01263 823818

WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 14th: 4 mile walk commencing from Morston Quay (NT P & D car parking) led by Jasmine Contact Telephone No: 01263 588822

SUNDAY JANUARY 1st 2023: 5 5 mile walk commencing from Beeston Regis free layby car parking led by Stuart Contact Telephone No: 01263 823818

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 11th: 6 mile walk commencing from Mundesley (donation car park beside Church) led by Graham Contact Telephone No: 07957813862

All the above walks commence at 10 00 a m including the New Years Day ramble If you wish to bring your dog on any walk please phone Walk Leader beforehand

New Fakenham Tourist and Community Information Hub to Open

Two years after it closed Active Fakenham is working with local partners to reopen a tourist and community information hub in the town centre The Fakenham Info Hub will be open seven days a week and based in The Original Factory Shop in the Fakenham Upper Market Place

Richard Crook, from Active Fakenham said “ The Hub will consist of a section of The Original Factory Shop situated just inside the store entrance which will have leaflets and information for visitors to the town We also plan to have information about events and facilities for local people In addition, there will be a webpage on the Active Fakenham website, a physical noticeboard by the lift where local organisations can place notices free of charge, some social media under the name Fakenham Info Hub, a TV screen with information about Fakenham and an e newsletter which people can sign up to through the Active Fakenham website

We have already produced the first newsletter which is a cooperation between Active Fakenham, The Fakenham Info Hub and the Fakenham Community Centre we hope to produce one each month. The webpage will be fairly static and will focus on useful links and information We will post updates on our social media as often as we can

As Active Fakenham has no staff, we rely on the goodwill and support of local people, businesses and organisations. The Original Factory Shop has kindly allowed us to use the space for no cost, but there will be limited in the number of questions they can answer They will keep the leaflet racks stocked and the noticeboard updated

Although the Info Hub is open, we are still working on it and hope to have the official opening in the New Year I would like to thank the Fakenham Town Council, market tolls fund for a start up grant and others such as the Original Factory Shop and Aldiss for their support in this project

In addition, Active Fakenham is looking at producing a new Town guide to be distributed in 2023 We have produced and distributed the Town Guide annually for several years.

We urge local people and organisations to get involved in this initiative by

• Signing up to the e newsletter at www activefakenham org uk

• Visiting the centre and feeding back positive suggestions

• Letting us have posters (no bigger than A4) for the noticeboard These should be dropped off at the Original Factory Shop.

Why landlords cannot afford to ignore new measures brought in by the Government with regards to Energy Performance Certificates

In a bid to reduce carbon emissions in England and Wales, the Government have introduced regulations to improve the energy efficiency ratings of all privately rented homes to C or above by 2030

The energy efficiency of a property is determined by the energy performance certificate, which establishes a rating based on the performance potential and services of that property The energy performance certificate also includes a recommendation report which sets out the ways a property can be made more efficient for energy purposes, and these measures are a statutory requirement landlords must comply with

On 1 April 2018, the Government imposed restrictions on all new tenancies being offered where the energy efficiency rating of the property was F or G, and on 1 April 2020 this was extended to all tenancies.

To reach the target of all privately rented homes having an energy efficiency rating of C or above by 2030, the Government have proposed a phased trajectory, so that all new tenancies should have a rating of C or above by 2025 and all existing tenancies should have a rating of C or above by 2028

The Cost Cap and Exemptions

The Government have created a cost cap, which means that landlords are not expected to spend any more than £3,500 00 (including VAT) in improving a property’s rating to E or above

To assist with carrying out improvements, landlords can apply for funding from third parties such as Energy Company Obligation, local authority grants and Green Deal finance If third party funding only partially covers the costs or cannot be obtained at all, landlords will be required to contribute towards or fund the cost of improvements themselves

Any energy efficiency improvements made after 1 October 2017 may be included within the cost cap and if a rating of E or above cannot be achieved once the cost cap has been met, then various exemptions are available to landlords, including:

1 The ‘all relevant improvements made’ exemption

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The ‘high cost’ exemption

The all insulation exemption

4 The third party consent exemption

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The property devaluation exemption

The temporary exemption

Landlords must register the exemption, on a

self certification basis, before it can be relied upon

Improving the energy efficiency of large, older buildings is likely to be incredibly costly and it is therefore essential that landlords are aware of the funding options available to them and the exemptions that may be applied for, especially where they have a portfolio of buy to let properties

Penalties

If local authorities suspect that landlords are not complying with the regulations, or have misleadingly registered an exemption, they may serve a compliance notice requesting further information, to determine whether a breach has occurred and if established, enforce a financial penalty, of up to £5,000 00

How we can help

The measures brought in by the Government also apply on the sale and building of new homes and the purchase of buy to let properties and it is therefore essential that landowners understand the implications and comply with the regulations The above is subject to review and we recommend taking advice

Our conveyancing team can advise you on:

• Buy to Let

• Freehold and Leasehold Sales/Purchases

• Declarations of Trust

• Lease Extensions/Variations

• Commonhold Property

• Help to Buy Scheme, Shared Ownership and Staircasing

• Remortgages

• Transfer of Equity

• New Build Properties

If you would like to seek advice on any family law issue, please contact our dedicated Client Relations Team on 01603 693500, email enquiries@clapham collinge.co.uk or visit www clapham collinge co uk

*This article is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or other professional advice

Walking Rugby: A Game to Enjoy

Wednesday night means Walking Rugby A group of enthusiasts meets every week on that night 6 45 pm at Fakenham Rugby Club to experience the joys of a game which is open to all levels of ability The main rules can be learned in one session. Forget the complexities of the scrum and the line out. During a game two teams face each other across a smaller pitch: players walk, pass as in traditional rugby, and tackle by touching an opponent with two hands It is touch rugby for everyone and played in an excellent spirit.

Each week women and men compete with great enthusiasm The game is designed for sportspeople who are over fifty After a series of warm up exercises have been completed, games last an hour with more than one short break for the discussion of tactics. The group is

a complete mixture of first timers, returning rugby players and those who have experience of other team games The evenings are always fun Walking Rugby is played all year round The picture accompanying this article shows a great game of beach rugby which was played last summer, followed by fish and chips. What an evening that was!

Go on, give Walking Rugby a try Your first session will be free and, if new to the sport, you will be supported and coached every step of the way It ’s a really good way of exercising, improving fitness and socialising.

For further information, look on our website at https://www pitchero com/clubs/fakenhamrufc

You can also contact the organiser: Jeffrey Pearce at jdpearce@btinternet.com

Hope to see you soon