Holt Chronicle May 2022

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THE HOLT CHRONICLE The deadline for the April Issue is Noon Tuesday 7th June

The Next Issue will be Published on 17th June 2022

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News from the Venue

A Note from the Editor

A Shout Out for Volunteers!

As I’m sure you’re already aware, the Venue in Holt is the home of the Holt Community Centre Association, a registered Charity of 47 years standing, that has provided a facility for the town and its inhabitants to enjoy various activities, clubs and events. This is my 4th year of Chairing the Committee, and I’m pleased to say that we have managed to hugely improve the facility and ensure its future during that time, and that is in no small way because of the dedication and hard work of the volunteers who stand alongside us to maintain the building, run events, cook, organise, fundraise and a raft of other activities all geared towards ensuring that Holt keeps its Community and Arts Centre.

The Platinum Jubilee weekend is almost upon us, the Queen is the first British monarch to have reigned for 70 years, quite an achievement! Most of us get to give up work and enjoy a leisurely retirement. There are lots of celebrations happening to mark this once-in-a-lifetime event.

Do look in the forthcoming events for something near you.

If you prefer to mark the occasion in a quieter fashion and do something to benefit the environment, why not ‘Plant a Tree for the Jubilee’? This is the Queen’s Green Canopy tree planting initiative to create a legacy to benefit people, wildlife and the environment for the future.

You can get a free ‘tree pack’ by going online at www.woodlandtrust.org.uk You can even register your tree on the QGC map and if you are planting as a school or community group, you can have a free tree delivered during the planting season this year.

Whatever you are up to over the Jubilee weekend, bunting at the ready!

Enjoy your May magazine.

Jo – Editor.

Here are the deadline dates and publishing dates for the next 3 magazines.

Month June July August

Copy deadline Tuesday 7th June Tuesday 5th July Tuesday 2nd August

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There are many ways of getting involved, and we welcome anyone of any background or ability to join the family of volunteers currently at the Venue. In fact, it is a priority to ensure that we give opportunity to anyone who would like to volunteer with us, regardless of ability, age or experience. By far our largest project that relies on volunteers is the Community Café, which started 7 years ago and provides a hearty 2 course freshly cooked lunch for around 70 people every Thursday. If you think you may be interested in joining the team, please do give us a call on the number below or drop in during the week for a chat; we’re a very friendly bunch!

Part of the ongoing programme of improvements is to look at the outside areas, and we are very excited to be developing the patio area this year, to improve the look of the garden and develop the planting.

Our amazing gardener, Chris Bland, has done great work to the front of the building, planting up our new barrels and the front beds, and we are so blessed to have him on board, so a huge public ‘Thank You’ Chris! If you feel a burning desire to design and help us to develop the outside areas, please do get in touch.

We are of course looking forward once again to hosting some of the amazing acts that are coming to the Holt Festival this year; as ever, Anwen Hurt has done a superb job of bringing incredible Arts based activities to Holt and making it as available and inclusive as possible so that we can all enjoy the Festival and I hope you will come along and see some of them.

I’m so pleased to announce that we now have our first Apprentice at the Venue; Nadia Jolly has joined the team, after volunteering for 6 months and showing outstanding commitment, initiative and enthusiasm. She brings a wonderful energy and passion for community work, which coupled with her work ethic makes her a great asset to the Charity. If you would like any more information regarding volunteering or activities and groups that meet at the Venue, please call 01263 713427, email info@thevenueholt.com or check out our website at www.thevenueholt.com.

The AGM for the Holt Community Centre Association is to be held at the Venue on Monday 30th May at 7pm.

Carolyn Burn, Chairperson

Holt WI

Our speaker this month was Rosie Wilkin who came appropriately dressed for her talk on Medieval Toys. It was informative and interesting with examples of toys from the period.

A walking group has started, and the first walk will take place very soon.

Two outings have been confirmed, one to Thursford and one to the End of the Pier Show in Cromer.

At the beginning of April, a coffee morning was held at WI member Jill Stimpson home and a sum of £120 was raised for the Ukraine Appeal.

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We meet every third Wednesday of the month between 2-4pm at the Venue so come along and join us.

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‘MY NORFOLK, MY HOLT' with John Jarvis

running a riding school in County Durham, and a nursery. She lived in the Highlands for a while, coming back to Norfolk at the age of 30.

She came back to Holt because she had a son, and thought Norfolk was a good place to bring up a family. Besides which all her family were living here. However, she found that even the scant facilities that existed when she was growing up, were no longer here.

‘My Norfolk, My Holt’ with Julie Alford BEM (Co-founder and Manager of Holt Youth Project), Wednesday 18th May. This is a second promised interview with Julie discussing her life post-18. The first, in March 2018, was a fascinating journey up to the age of 18. We will now be discussing her life and work since then, focusing on the Holt Youth Project: how it started, what it is and why it is still so important today.

After the interval there will be a chance to ask questions and share thoughts and ideas.

Arrive at 6.30pm, when the bar will be open, for a prompt 7.00pm start. The evening will finish 8.30-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, call into the centre office Mon/Wed/Thurs/Fri or email: info@thevenueholt.com

She worked for the Red Cross and as a voluntary community carer. She ran a community shop, a clothing agency called ‘Lilies of the Fields’ and a youth-club called ‘Cross-Beats’ at St Andrews. This overlapped with volunteer work with children and running a youth group in her own home. Which in turn led to the buying of the land, due to the amazing efforts of some very wonderful people, particularly Dick Copas and Ray Swain, who made the dream and the start of the ‘Holt Youth Project possible.

After the opening of the Project’s purpose-built building in 2004 Julie has managed and supported the team to create and deliver the vital service it provides today.

Julie was born in West Runton in 1955 and lived in Norfolk till she was 18.

She then kicked her heels for 3 years – grape-picking, working at Butlins,

Is Holt Hall now lost for the people of Holt and North Norfolk?

For the last two years Friends of Holt Hall worked tirelessly with a number of professional and experienced educational prospective purchasers to produce business plans for a viable and vibrant future for residential and day outdoor and environmental learning at Holt Hall with more community access. These plans included new opportunities for employment and activities for Holt and North Norfolk. These were all rejected in favour of a more substantial bid. If the property ends up in the hands of a private buyer all the planned public benefit will probably be lost.

I am not a politician or an activist, but Chairman of the Friends of Holt Hall. Among the Trustees of this long-established local charity existing to support the Outdoor Learning work of Norfolk Education are those who have lived or worked at Holt Hall. All have witnessed the transformative effect and service which school visits to the Hall have provided for generations of Norfolk Children. Once the Council had made the decision to dispose of this superb public asset, we sought to ensure that its rich legacy, developed over decades by successive hard-working Holt Hall staff, would not be totally lost.

Various articles about the sale give an undeserved gloss on the Council’s decision, with the only possible crumb of comfort being within the Holt Chronicle in a statement by Holt area Councillor Vardy stating that he will be ‘working hard to find a positive outcome for the children of North Norfolk’ Hopefully he will be more successful than numerous others who have tried to ensure that money from asset stripping is properly ring-fenced and not simply lost into the general purse.

Like many other people in the Holt area concerned about the loss of this valuable resource, we have significant professional experience in education, as well as in the mental health needs and well-being of young people. There is now an added opportunity for places like Holt Hall to support the proposed new GCSE in Natural History, along with preparation for worried young people about climate change. Holt Hall, as we and others have demonstrated, but apparently to deaf ears, could have been a hub of best practice in sustainable growth as we face climatic and environmental crises.

In the context of Holt Hall, the remote Norfolk County Council have demonstrated little knowledge of these aspects, or indeed willingness to engage seriously with partnership initiatives to help local communities to thrive. They have chosen to argue that they have to accept the highest bidder. This was not spelled out adequately during our discussions with them. Our commitment to the work of Holt Hall, as demonstrated through the Friends of Holt Hall Bursary Scheme for disadvantaged children has been wholly about supporting people.

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She has thrown all her passion, energy and dedication into the young people of Holt, because unlike other market towns, Holt has no Secondary School, and therefore no Community Youth Provision. Julie has worked tirelessly to address this issue and to try to fill that gap.

“The greatest reward is empowering young people to achieve their dreams and aspirations whatever their background or need” Julie loves Holt and Norfolk. It is where her heart is and will always be her home.

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It is wrong for Council officials to imply that disappointment at the sale to a private buyer is based on “close ties to the building”. We will continue to consider how we might best continue to support young people.

Feed-back from schools showed Holt Hall to be perfectly adequate for residential courses, but the Council now curiously claims that a massive maintenance bill appears to be needed. Proper, routine maintenance in the recent past could have avoided this. Our own carefully costed plans for the whole site and those by other potential purchasers demonstrated that better and more imaginative use of the whole estate would have more than covered any perceived financial deficit. Sadly, a County Council, apparently dominated by concerns about financial aspects, but willing to spend millions on infrastructure and administrative projects, continues to lack the imagination for creative inter-departmental or community initiatives.

Here we have a gem of a small estate, designated as a County Wildlife Site, adjacent to a thriving town community and schools, which, when allowed, have all enjoyed and used as a significant publicly owned asset.

Tom Green Chairman Friends of Holt Hall

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A Monthly Memory Swap

If you have fond, even precious, memories of growing-up and/or living in Holt, why not join a new ‘Monthly Memory Swap’ in the lounge/bar area of The Venue.

Following on from interviews for ‘My Norfolk, My Holt’ and other earlier initiatives which have recorded people’s memories, we propose starting what might become a monthly event, an opportunity allowing more people, particularly those who don’t like the idea of being the focus of an individual interview, to share their memories of the Holt they know and love.

The first ‘memory swap’ will take place on Tuesday the 24th of May, from 3.00 – 5.00pm, over a cup of tea or coffee. It is suggested that sessions might be stimulated by photos (perhaps of particular streets or locations in old Holt), films, and archive interviews with earlier residents.

Everyone is welcome, either to come along, to hear the memories of others or to share memories of their own. If you know of anyone you think might be interested in joining us and ‘sauntering down memory lane’, please pass this invitation on.

Why not come along and swap some new memories for old.

Booking for this event would be helpful but is not essential. It would just be useful to have an idea of potential numbers. To book: contact The Venue on 01263 713427 or email: info@thevenueholt.com

Planting Up the Town for the Jubilee

Help us go green - and red, white and blue!

Sarah from Greening Holt is on hand to work with businesses to achieve maximum impact, including a suggested planting list and advice on how to incorporate plantings into your particular premises. Celebrating Jubilee throughout our town is a great reason to kick-start your commitment to greening our urban environment, a great legacy to carry forward thereafter.

Contact Sarah on 07817 307551.

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 Sunday May 15th MGM TOY FAIR. Everything miniature you would need for Dolls' Houses is for sale. Open from 10.30 to 3.30. Adult charge is £3.50 Wednesday May 18th MY NORFOLK : MY HOLT. Julie Alford gives the second part of her story about the Youth Project. Bar open at 6.30 for a prompt start at 7.00pm.

Saturday May 21st Music CD and Record Fair. 10am to 3pm Free entry

Wednesday May 25th CINEMA – “BELFAST“ This is a wonderful film written and directed by Kenneth Branagh and is based on his childhood during the troubles. On at 2.30 and 7.30, tickets are £5 and the bar is open in the evening.

Sunday May 29th Jubilee Inspired Tea Dance with Sue and Jeff Short, Music for Ballroom, Latin and Sequence Dancing. 2pm to 4.30pm. Delicious Tea and Cakes, Tickets £7. Call 01263 733845 to book.

Wednesday June 1st THE BIG BAND SOUND COMES TO HOLT – with The Jonathan Wyatt Big Band. Tickets £10 plus booking fees via eventbrite Bar open at 6.45 and the performance starts at 7.30pm.

Wednesday June 8th BINGOI! Eyes down at 7.30. The bar will be open from 6.30 and as usual there will be a raffle.

Sunday June 12th Royal Opera House - BALLET Woolf Works The three acts in this ballet are based on three of the works of Virginia Wolf: Mrs Dalloway, Orlando and The Waves. Just one performance at 2.30pm with the bar open at 2.00 and during the interval. Tickets are £10.

Sunday June 19th TEA DANCE - Sue and Jeff Short will be back to entertain you. 2.00pm until 4.30 with a break for tea at 3.00pm. Tickets are £7 in advance.

Come and dance the afternoon away.

CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.thevenueholt.com FOR REGULAR GROUPS, ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS. CALL: 01263 713427.

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The Holt Chronicle May 2022

County Councillor Report for Holt Division

Dear Readers,

from County Councillor Eric Vardy

Norfolk County Council owned companies encouraged to cut carbon This first item is one that I fully support. As from the 1st May I became the County Councils Cabinet Lead on the Environment and Waste.

Council-owned companies are being encouraged to reduce their carbon emissions, as part of the county council’s efforts to help Norfolk become carbon neutral.

Norse Group, Hethel Innovation Ltd, Repton Property Developments Ltd and Independence Matters are the focus of a report to the county council’s cabinet on 3 May. Each company will be encouraged to set out carbon reduction targets once it better understands its own carbon footprint.

If cabinet backs the proposal, there will be a follow-up report which outlines the progress of each company in establishing specific carbon reduction targets.

Further report to follow when initiates are instigated and reported on.

Uptake for apprenticeships in Norfolk continues upward trend The upward trend in apprenticeship starts is continuing to increase in Norfolk. A 35% increase in apprenticeships has been reported between August 2021 and January 2022, with 3026 new apprenticeships started in the last 6 months.

Apprenticeships are a government-funded scheme which gives individuals of any age the opportunity to build a new future whilst earning and learning and enables businesses to harness new skills and improve their productivity and sustainability at the same time.

Local employers, training providers, and Norfolk County Council’s dedicated team of experts at Apprenticeships Norfolk, boosted by incentives and grants, are all working together to make apprenticeships easier to access and to understand for individuals.

Jubilee Slates in Holt Thank you….

As a reader of this magazine, you will be

aware that the Holt Society, in conjunction with the Holt Town Council have been fundraising, in order to purchase two commemorative slates for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Celebrations next month.

As Chairman of the Holt Society, I would, on behalf of our committee, like to extend our thanks to all those who have generously donated to this appeal. So far, we have raised £4,742. £3,371 of which has come from our membership and £971 from friends of Holt, both local and from far and wide.

We are now focusing our fundraising toward the businesses of Holt, in order that all sections of society have the opportunity to support this unique celebration. Our understanding is that there are some 200 businesses in Holt and we have hand delivered letters to the vast majority of these.

At the time of writing (26 April) we wish to extend our sincere thanks to the businesses who have already contributed £400 in total, so hopefully more donations will be received.

We also thank Love Holt, The Holt Town Council, Gresham’s School and Bakers & Larners for their advice and support in promoting our appeal, through their various communication channels and mail shots. Without this co-operative support the promotion of our work would have been far more difficult.

In agreement with The Town Council and the Owner of and Tenant of Feeney’s, we are pleased to confirm that the Slates will be located against the rear wall of Feeney’s, in Fish Hill.

Despite the fact that we are just under half way to our fundraising target,

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Norfolk Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plans Norfolk County Council has secured a revenue grant from central government to support the development of a Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) for Norfolk.

The LCWIP for Norfolk plays an important part in delivering the Government’s strategy for encouraging everyone to cycle and walk more, especially when making short journeys in towns and cities. Increased levels of active travel, especially for shorter journeys in towns, will help to reduce congestion, improve air quality, and benefit the environment and local economy.

The County Council is working in partnership with all district and borough councils to create the plan. The Norfolk LCWIP builds on plans already completed for Great Yarmouth, King’s Lynn and Greater Norwich.

The objective of the plan is to develop a countywide walking and cycling network, and identify infrastructure improvements over the short, medium and long term.

The development of the Norfolk LCWIP also supports the delivery of a low carbon, well-connected transport network in Norfolk.

The plan for Norfolk is in the early stages of development and to support with the development of the plan the County Council has created an online survey to help obtain insights into current levels of cycling and walking within Norfolk and to identify places where people feel they want to be better connected on foot or cycle.

The initial Norfolk LCWIP engagement runs from the 5 April to 30 May. to review and comment on detailed proposals within the Norfolk Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan in Autumn 2022 go to www.Norfolk.gov.uk The initial Norfolk Cycling and Walking Survey is open from 5 April to 30 May.

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).

the slates are currently being carved and will be unveiled on Thursday 2nd June (a Bank Holiday), by the Lord-Lieutenant of Norfolk, at 2.15pm. With the continued help of the public and businesses alike we are sure by that time sufficient funds will have been raised.

Thank you again to all our donors and if you would still like to donate you can do so, please, by sending your contribution direct to The Holt Society.

Our bank details are as follows: The Holt Society, (A/c) 90492655, (Sort Code) 20-30-81, (Reference) JUBILEE Or by sending cash or a cheque, made payable to The Holt Society, to: Hanworth House, 23 Cromer Road, Holt NR25 6EU. Thank you Keith Gosden, Chairman of The Holt Society.

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Mindfulness through Art

Norfolk County Council Adult Learning Wellbeing Programme Coordinator John Madeley contacted Age Concern North Norfolk last year to see if we were interested in them delivering courses to our clients in the Day Centre. The courses are art and craft based but with mindfulness and well-being at their heart. As face-to-face tutoring might have been difficult, they even gave us a laptop to facilitate on-line courses.

We have had several sessions with the tutor Jennie and have covered art inspired by music, rock painting and fingerprint art. The workshops are fun and give our clients the opportunity to express themselves using a range of art materials and music. The sessions also teach our clients about famous artists and their techniques while looking at strategies to help with well-being.

Several people made Easter cards and one gentleman made a ‘Get Well’ card for his wife using his fingerprints to depict a row of balloons. His wife was thrilled to receive it.

Rock Painting All our clients demonstrate exceptional concentration during these workshops and gain a sense of achievement and feelings of well-being and confidence afterwards.

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These sessions will continue for several weeks at the centre and are helping support staff to develop future activities building on what they have also learned.

We like to ensure every day at the centre is as varied and interesting as possible and if you would like to try a Taster Day yourself, please ring Alison on 01263 821188 to arrange it.

Weybourne WI Learn how to Create a Family Tree

Over 30 members met at Weybourne Village Hall on Wednesday, 6th April.

The afternoon began with the customary business meeting and forthcoming events were discussed, which included an outing to Great Yarmouth in June and the ACWW walk, which was to take place on 19th April. A cheque for £100 had recently been sent to ACWW, which comprised of donations from the last walk and proceeds from our competition table.

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Our speaker for the afternoon was Debbie Bradley, who is a member of Sheringham WI and also a professional family history researcher. (DB Genealogy).

Debbie gave us a very interesting power point presentation on how to create a family tree and showed the variety of sources which can be used to discover information about our ancestors. She suggested we start with ourselves at the bottom of the tree and build from there. She stressed the importance of speaking to relatives, who may have family stories and photographs, or have even begun to research a family tree themselves. In addition, a lot of information can be found online, or from birth, marriage and death certificates, census results and service records. There are numerous free resources available and libraries often provide access to free websites, if you are a member.

Debbie finished with the warning ‘don’t believe all that you read’, as apparently, there are often errors in information that has been recorded on certificates, etc.

We all found the talk fascinating and there were several questions from members. I suspect many of us will have been inspired to make a start on finding out more about our ancestors. Pat King gave a vote of thanks.

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“No Fault” Divorce is now Happening

From 6 April 2022 the most radical reform of divorce law for decades came into operation. Previously a divorce could only be based upon “fault” with a husband or wife blaming the other for the breakdown of their marriage. That has now changed and is no longer required.

The new law includes significant changes in terminology that Solicitors and clients will need to come to terms with. More fundamentally however is the potential for a divorce to take place on a joint application and ending the possibility of someone seeking to defend the divorce. There is now a minimum period of 20 weeks from the commencement of the divorce to the application for a Conditional Order (previously Decree Nisi). This is to enable a cooling off period and time for reflection whether it is actually referred to that or not in the legislation. It remains to be seen whether reflection will take place because the vast majority of people starting a divorce will have come to the conclusion that they wanted a divorce before the proceedings were started rather than mid-point. There then remains the same six-week period between the Conditional Order (Decree Nisi) and Final Order (Decree Absolute) as previously.

A minimum period of 26 weeks now applies to a divorce. This is about the length of time

outset by allegations made in the actual divorce.

If you are considering starting a divorce application or are already in the process of making one, our family department here at Clapham & Collinge are here to provide you with advice and support for any queries you may have regarding the new legislation.

that a divorce was taking place under the old legislation although with all these timescales it is subject to potential difficulties with the digital format and procedure that the Court now has. There is also the potential for a Respondent to try to delay a divorce by not acknowledging receipt of the application but the opportunities to delay or try to stop a divorce are much more limited under the new rules and procedure.

If you would like to seek legal advice on any family law issues, please contact our dedicated Client Relations Team on 01263 823398, email enquiries@ clapham-collinge.co.uk or visit www.clapham-collinge.co.uk

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THIS ISSUE’S PUZZLES

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All the letters in our grids below have fallen out and mixed themselves up, although they are still in their original columns. Can you put them back in their rightful place to reveal a QUOTATION and the NAME of the person who said it.

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.

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May 25th is International Africa Day. This commemorates the foundation of the African Unity Organisation in 1963. This issue’s word search theme is ‘Countries of Africa’.

Between FOUR and TWELVE letters. One or two words. There are 17 entries in this issue’s CHRONICLE WORDSEARCH. How many countries can you find?

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WILL BE BORN MUST DESTROY A WORLD. HERMANN HESSE

The ‘Edible Eggs’ themed words featured in last issue’s CHRONICLE WORDSEARCH were: CHICKEN EGGS DUCK OSTRICH SCRAMBLED OMELETTE

BOILED POACHED SCOTCH QUAIL EASTER GOOSE FREERANGE CAVIAR TURKEY

The NUMBER CRUNCHER 20 – 1 + 16 ÷ 5 x 10 + 7= 77 There may be others.

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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

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Friendly congregations would welcome you.

Coffee is served after many of our services.

Keep up to date with Services at St Andrews Brinton and St Maurice Brimingham, by checking the website. Normally servcices alternate.

For service details please visit www.brininghambenefice.org.uk Covid restrictions will be adhered to.

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 Afternoon teas this year March to November on 3rd Friday of the month (except April and November when it will be the 4th Friday).

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SAINT ANDREW’S & ALL SAINTS NEWS 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

Dear friends, Across the country people are preparing to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. In communities the length and breadth of the nation, events are being planned to mark Her Majesty’s life of service and contribution to our country. The majority of the population in the UK have known no other monarch. For some 70 years, Queen Elizabeth has provided us with that sense of continuity and stability in an ever-changing society. She has served the people of our country faithfully and dutifully and fulfilled her promise, that her “whole life whether it be long or short shall be devoted to your service and the service of our great imperial family to which we belong.”

Therefore, it is only right that the nation pauses over a four-day bank holiday at the beginning of June to say thank you and celebrate her long reign, the like of which we may never see again.

At her coronation on the 2nd June 1953 the Queen was anointed with the holy oil of Chrism by the then Archbishop of Canterbury, Geoffrey Fisher. It was one of three oils blessed by the bishop for use in the ministry of the Church to anoint those to be baptised (christened), the sick and the dying, and those to confirmed, or ordained or crowned monarch. The oil of chrism is olive oil mixed with balsam and blessed. The oil symbolizes strength, and the fragrant balsam represents the “aroma of Christ” Anointing with chrism oil signifies the gift of the Holy Spirit. It is used to consecrate someone or something to God’s service.

There is no doubt that Queen Elizabeth sees her reign as one of service, not only to our nation but also to God. Her inspiration for her life of duty and service lay in the teachings and example of Christ by which she tries to lead her life and her steadfast of faith is a shining example for us all.

I hope that the forthcoming Jubilee weekend will unite the country and bring communities together to celebrate and give thanks for Her Majesty’s, long reign of faithful and loving service.

God save the Queen!

Every blessing,

Fr. 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.

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THE QUEEN’S PLATINUM JUBILEE

Events at St Andrew’s and All Saints Thursday 2nd June 10am Said Eucharist at All Saints, High Kelling 10.30am Tree Planting ceremony at All Saints, followed by refreshments.

All Saints will be decorated with a glorious array of flowers and open to visitors over the weekend Friday 3rd June 6.00pm Civic Service of Thanksgiving followed by fizz and strawberries.

Preacher: The Revd Canon Paul Thompson Friday 3rd June 7.45pm Bells will ring out in celebration Sunday 5th June ~ Pentecost Sunday 8am Eucharist 9.15am Eucharist at All Saints 10.30am Sung Eucharist Offered in Thanksgiving for the Queen.

Please note the Jubilee Big Lunch will commence from 12noon in the Market Place.

Throughout the weekend 70 Years of Holt ~ A Photographic Exhibition in Meeting Room at the Parish Church FOR MORE INFORMATION OF WHAT’S ON www.holtcelebrates.org www.highkellingpc.info

FROM THE REGISTERS Baptism: 23rd April: Evered Peter William Roberts 23rd April: Richard Alexander Roberts 23rd April Jonathan Bryan Roberts 8th May: Daniel Bacon Funerals: 12th April: Marie Philips 20th April Margaret JEAN Ruff

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 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.

COMMUNITY CHOIR under the direction of Mark Jones Every Thursday during term time 6.30pm – 7.30pm in the Parish Church Hall, Church Street. Come along and sing, have fun and make new friends. For more information: www.holtchurch.org £1.00 per session. children and students in full time education free. Email holtcommunitychoir@gmail.com The Holt Chronicle May 2022

Red Cross Appeal for Ukraine

Our Holt Garage Sales fund-raising efforts resulted in a total raised so far of £3360.

We still have lots of donated goods to sell and are planning to do this at Hempstead Village Event on Saturday 14th May. We have a few larger items to sell, and we are keen to get best price for them so will advertise them separately.

There were so many involved with our yard sale, all of which deserve appreciation but too many to list!

Special mention must be made of the following: -

We received many cash donations, and a huge amount of support from my sister Shirley, our friends and many of our neighbours, quite a memorable occasion in Pearsons Road and all-around Holt.

We thank you all and shall continue with our sales, with every penny going to The Red Cross Ukraine Appeal.

Maureen and Roger Seekings

Gemma Harrison, Anthony Burn and Max Wiley for printing the maps which were so very effective.

These items were donated to the Holt Garage Sale for Ukraine and are for sale to raise funds for The Red Cross Ukraine Appeal.

Wonderful donations of sausage rolls from Nigel at Allards Butchers, and Gail Pegg donated lovely home baked cakes.

Vintage Silver Cross dolls pram, preloved. £50.00 Cosatto OOBA. 3 in 1 travel system, (pram, car seat, carrycot). £65.00 Two matching cane Conservatory Chairs, as new. £60.00 Large TV stand, teak type, melamine 180cm long. £30.00 Ekco Royal hostess trolley, very good condition. £45.00

Mark and Gary at Horatios kindly donated a voucher for afternoon tea.

Dels Nurseries also gave us a huge amount of plants for sale.

Special thanks to Yvonne Pointen and Trevor and Shirley Strohm, who donated a massive amount from their total sales.

75 brand new ceramic non-slip floor tiles to cover approx. 8 sqm, light blue, £65.00

Graham Gower - Smith our wonderful police beat Manager was also very helpful together with Chris Archer who ‘marshalled’ the parking on the Norwich Road.

Approx. 18m green garden border edging, overall height is 40cm, £15.00 John Lewis super king size mattress topper 180 x 200cm. Brand new / still packed, to fit up to 32cm depth. Cost £55, accept £35.00

We had a great team of volunteers here in our yard, who worked tirelessly, we would never have managed without them.

Thanks also to the many stall holders who took part on one or both days.

We had visits on both days from Nick Hills, who comes to Holt regularly, he has since returned to the Polish border of Ukraine, where he works as a volunteer, coordinating support for aid workers, assisting with transporting people to the borders, and all kinds of help for refugees

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Members of the u3a will be invited to one of the three informal gatherings which will provide the opportunity to socialise with old friends, meet with new and enjoy afternoon tea. The National ‘u3a’ organisation, the Third Age Trust, came into being forty years ago so it’s a great opportunity to celebrate the ‘u3a’ both locally and nationally.

What is this ‘u3a’ this ‘third age’ and is it for me? Basically it’s that time in your life (not necessarily chronological) when you can undertake learning for its own sake. Members are certainly not working towards qualifications they’re simply learning for pleasure. There is no distinction between learners and teachers – everyone could take a turn at being both if they wished.

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Holt Festival

Saturday 23rd to 30th July 2022 The Holt Festival is returning in 2022 with another packed programme of outstanding entertainment. As ever, we have an eclectic mix of the performing arts, from classical to world music, poetry, talks and comedy. There will also be a very special art exhibition featuring John Craxton and Pablo Picasso, and including works by Lucian Freud and Alberto Giacometti, among others. There will also be the annual Sir John Hurt and Sworders art prizes, with the addition of the new Charlotte Fraser ceramics prize.

Highlights this year include the effervescent bestselling author Marian Keyes, talking about her latest book, Again, Rachel.

Antiques expert and teatime TV favourite from Antiques Road Trip and FLOG IT! Paul Martin, tells us about his passion for beautiful furniture. Writer, poet and national treasure Lemn Sissay reads from his Sunday Times bestselling memoir, My Name Paul Martin Is Why. While world music lovers will be blown away by the infectious enthusiasm and joy of Guinean master musician N’famady Kouyaté and his full band line up on the last night.

Marian Keyes

Anwen Hurt, Artistic Director of the Holt Festival, says “We are very excited by the way the programme has come together and very much looking forward to welcoming everyone to a scintillating Holt Festival ’22”.

All events take place in the heart of this lovely Georgian town with its many speciality shops, boutiques and cafes. For more information and to book tickets online, go to www.holtfestival.org

Garden-lovers Gear up for Creake Abbey’s Annual Plant Lovers’ Day

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On Saturday 28th May 2022, the region’s garden-lovers will flock to Creake Abbey, the beautiful monastic site three miles south of Burnham Market in north Norfolk, for Plant Lovers’ Day, its annual botanical bonanza.

Diana Brocklebank Scott, founder of Creake Abbey, said: “Gardening has never been such an important resource for nurturing ourselves as well as the environment. We are all becoming increasingly aware of the impact that wildlife-friendly gardens can have on biodiversity as well as on carbon capture. With the correct care and attention, our gardens should fizz with plant and insect life. Creake Abbey’s Plant Lovers’ Day is the perfect place to refresh your garden, regardless of its size, with new, interesting and healthy plants.

Don’t miss out on this chance to put a spring in your step, reinvigorate your garden and help the environment too.”

As always, visitors to Creake Abbey will be offered delicious breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea by the Creake Abbey Café & Food Hall together with takeaway coffee, cake and snacks. The gate opens at 10am and closes at 4pm. Entrance to the plant fair is £5.00 per adult and there is no charge for under 16s.

Dogs on leads welcome but must not be left in cars.

Visitors may also browse the wares and services of Creake Abbey’s seven resident independent shops and services free of charge.

Once again, proceeds from the day will go to Wells email: info@holtchronicle.co.uk

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Community Hospital Trust at Wells-next-the-Sea. Over the past 14 years Creake Abbey has raised over £28,000 for the hospital through its annual Plant Lovers’ Day and subsequent donations. The hospital has been providing health and wellbeing services in Norfolk for more than 100 years. Alongside clinics, the hospital is spearheading services for the community including a foodbank, community café, social groups as well as a program of exercise classes. Registered charity no.

1154540 Sarah Peberday, General Manager of Wells Community Hospital Trust, said: “Wells Community Hospital Trust is delighted to be chosen once again to be the beneficiary of the 2022 Plant Lovers’ Day at Creake Abbey. Alongside the many services we offer, our team has developed several initiatives to support the emerging needs of local people of all ages to ensure their health and wellbeing. We are particularly proud of our food bank. Creake Abbey’s vital support will allow all of this hard work for our local community to continue.”

Now in its 15th year, this much-loved horticultural event will showcase the best quality plants from around 30 nurseries from Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire and Essex as well as leading nurseries from further afield. Excellent-value perennials, annuals, exotics, bulbs, shrubs, climbers and classics such as roses will be on offer. Visitors are encouraged to buy direct from the nurseries or pre-order specific plants with collection on the day and to take full advantage of the advice and inspiration on offer from the region’s leading plantsmen.

Please visit www.creakeabbey.co.uk for a regularly updated list of nurseries attending the 2022 Plant Lovers’ Day. The Holt Chronicle May 2022

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Community Litter Pick Success

Holt Town Council and the Holt Eco Church would like to extend their thanks to everyone who attended last months litter pick.

The event attracted 15 volunteers who all tackled different areas of the town. Over 35 bags of rubbish were collected, with the majority of rubbish being found along the road verges.

Many of the volunteers choose to regularly litter pick the areas in which they live, we thank these volunteers for their time and dedication, it’s one of the reasons why Holt is such a lovely place to live and work.

THANK YOU

Exciting News at Reflex Hair Studio

Reflex Hair Studio in Holt is excited to announce that Sarah is joining the team.

Sarah is a specialist in colouring and technical work and has been for the past 20 years. Sarah has trained in London and worked for a prestigious hairdressing company where she achieved a master colouring award in Wella and trained in L’Oréal. Sarah has evolved into teaching and fashion shoots/shows.

Through out April and May 2022 (Tuesday & Friday only) Sarah is offering a 15% DISCOUNT to all new clients .

Free Consultation and patch skin test will be required, prior to actual appointment. To book please call the salon 01263 713907 or via our socials. Discount only applies with this cut out voucher,- please bring it with you.

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Pineapple Upside Down Cake

The recipe makes a single layer cake, but for a special occasion you could double the quantity of sponge mix and bake one layer without the pineapple, then sandwich it with your choice of jam and cream or buttercream. A feast fit for a king, or queen!

Ingredients

With the Platinum Jubilee around the corner, I got to thinking what would be a good recipe for this month? I decided it should be something retro but appropriate for making and sharing if you are having a get together for the occasion. I remember my mother making this cake when I was little, and what a treat it was served up with custard, or on special occasions, cream, (or in those days Dream Topping, remember that?).

Running Wild!

Large tin of pineapple rings Glace cherries 4 tablespoons soft light brown sugar 235g softened butter plus extra for greasing 175g caster sugar 3 eggs, beaten ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 175g self-raising flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 2 tablespoons whole milk Method

Preheat the oven to 180C. Thoroughly grease a deep 20cm (8 inch) round cake tin (two if doubling the mixture to make a sandwich cake).

Drain the pineapple rings and dry off on kitchen paper. Melt together the soft brown sugar and 60g

They say the best things in life are free...which is just as well given how expensive everything else is suddenly becoming. If you’re feeling the pinch financially, one easy way to save some money is with your food shopping. I find that making a meal list for the week (I know, it’s another chore, but so worth it) saves me from falling into the temptation traps set for us by the evil geniuses behind supermarket marketing. Given how important feeding yourself is, and how much we enjoy it, is it really too hard to give yourself half an hour to decide just what you fancy eating for the next week? The other outrageously easy win is to eat wild food. Instead of looking at nettles like the enemy, encourage them in your garden and consider them a crop!

They are so tasty and good for you, and really easy to incorporate into your recipes, as below.

of the butter in a saucepan over a gentle heat.

Spoon into the bottom of the cake tin and arrange the pineapple rings in the bottom of the tin. Place a glace cherry on the centre of each ring.

Sift the dry ingredients into a large mixing bowl, add the eggs, vanilla, remaining butter and milk and mix with a hand mixer (or by hand) until smooth and well combined. Spoon the mixture over the pineapple rings carefully, level and bake in the oven for about 30 minutes or until risen and golden.

When cooked, leave in the tin to cool for a few minutes, run a knife around the edge to loosen and place a serving plate over the tin. Hold the tin and plate together firmly and turn over.

Remove the cake tin and leave to cool.

NB: If making a sandwich cake, double the sponge mix ingredients, divide between two cake tins and omit the pineapple and melted sugar/ butter mixture for the bottom sponge.

Happy Jubilee, Jo – editor

Add the nettles and stir until wilting down, and then the stock to cover the vegetables, plus a little more. Bring to the boil and simmer for 10 minutes and add the peas and mint.

Simmer for a further 5 minutes until the peas are tender, then blitz with a hand blender until smooth.

Stir through the miso paste to finish and check the seasoning.

Carolyn Burn

They also make a gorgeous tea, when paired with other herbs or even fruit.

During the war years, people picked and dried wild blackberry leaves to use as a tea substitute, and of course the blackberry is prized among hedgerow fruit in the Autumn...and it’s free! At the moment, you can easily pick Garlic Mustard which can be cooked or eaten raw as a salad, Wild Garlic, which can be gently wilted or again eaten raw in salad, and my favourite at the moment is Cleavers, otherwise known as Sticky Willy, a rampant weed that is incredibly good for you, and can be cooked into soup or brewed into tea.

Save money by getting creative with the wild harvest available to us, and base meals around deals on potatoes, vegetables, pasta and rice. Use more dried beans and pulses in your recipes to bulk them out, such as lentils in bolognaise or chilli and beans in soups and try to bulk buy staples such as tinned tomatoes, frozen vegetables, oatmeal and pasta. Make your own flat breads and garlic bread with strong wholemeal or white flour, and buy sundried tomatoes and roasted peppers in oil, making use of the oil in the jars for cooking to combat the recent shortages in cooking oil. And of course, grow your own veg and herbs if you can, to supplement what you buy; seeds are cheap to buy, and you can use old yoghurt or butter tubs and pots to grow your seeds in. When picking wild plants, don’t take the whole plant, try to pick away from busy roads and wash everything well. You can easily check online to identify the right plants to pick. Happy Wild Gleaning!

Nettle and Pea Soup

A little olive oil 1 large white onion, finely chopped 1 large jacket potato or a good handful of new potatoes, skin on and chopped into chunks A couple of sticks of celery, chopped 20 to 30 heads of nettle, leaves stripped from the stalk and well washed Vegetable stock Half a small pack of frozen peas, defrosted 4 to 5 sprigs fresh mint, chopped Tsp miso paste, mixed with a little warm water (optional)

Gently fry the onion and celery in a little oil over a medium heat for 5minutes, and then add in the chopped potato.

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Italian Stargazer Who Wanted a Closer Look

By David Abbott

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Galileo’s dad wanted to call him Fred. But his mum said he should have a cool name just in case. So, Galileo Galilei it was.

The young Galileo was obsessed with the sky. As his father would say “he was born sunny side up”. But he warned his young son: “Stop looking up all the time or you’ll get run over”.

By an early age Galileo figured there were lots of stars. Lots. And he wondered how he could get a closer look. He considered being loaded into a canon and fired up to see them. But he thought his mother might not be too happy with that.

To the stars? In those days most people didn’t go far. Down the pub and back was as near an adventure as many got. A few brave souls got into boats. Some were never seen again. “That proves,” said his father “the world is flat. They fell off the edge.” He knew his science.

In Galileo’s home town of Pisa some would gaze in puzzlement at the leaning tower. And ask why? Galileo had an idea. Having thrown all kinds of objects from the top and apparently failing to kill anyone, he discovered the speed of fall of an object was not proportional to its weight. Eat your heart out Aristotle.

In Spring 1609 Galileo heard about an invention in the Netherlands which brought things closer. Aha, he thought. I don’t need a canon after all.

Having mastered the art of lens grinding, he built a 20x magnifying telescope. Then he set it up to look at the Moon and found wasn’t made of cheese. He went on to discover Jupiter’s moons Ganymede, Europa, lo and the rings of Saturn. Not a bad day’s work for a college dropout.

When not gazing skyward he had a terrestrial star which shone bright. He had “an arrangement” with a Venetian woman, Marina Gamba, who told him he needed to get out more. Clearly, he didn’t because they had two daughters and a son.

In those days suggesting the earth goes round the sun wasn’t exactly greeted enthusiastically by the perceived science of the day. As for rocks falling from space, oh come on! The Italian Inquisition was on hand to disabuse people of all such nonsense. The ageing Galileo got on the wrong side of them and was put under house arrest for the rest of his life.

At least his mum was right: Galileo had a better ring to it than Fred. © copyright: this article may not be reproduced without the express permission of the author.

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Treading on snakes and scorpions…. Greetings from Malawi!

A double-headed snake under our table, scorpion in the shower, ants in the kettle, flies in the fridge ….Malawi has diverse wildlife, but perhaps not quite as exotic as African lions and zebra! Then outside the house there was the metre-long lizard that attacked with it razor-sharp tail, killed while attacking our pigs. The world of nature blends seamlessly into the lives of those in the rural areas—the climate affects all.

Cathren’s new house!

Thanks UK friends, for your valued support!

Reconstruction, after two cyclones ripped through the area in recent months destroying lives and livelihoods, is ongoing. 2 of the 5 houses we’re building for vulnerable families are complete.

Cathren, 42 years old, from Lolo Village, lives with disabilities while caring for her 4 children. When her house completely collapsed in the winds and rain, much of her household equipment and food was also damaged and destroyed. She had no resources to rebuild or replace her goods…. Now, just 3 months later, she and her family are poised, ready to move into their new home as soon as it’s dry.

Esnala, elderly and frail, is also relieved and delighted to have had her home rebuilt. The winds ripped off the original roof, where the 3 generations lived, and battered down walls. It couldn’t be repaired, but it was meticulously taken apart, undamaged bricks saved, thousands added, and a new house constructed.

Two little needy families, now safe and secure for decades to come……

Just a couple of the dozens of buildings we’ve constructed following the cyclones, helping thousands…..

David & Lynda Mills

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Well, Well, Wells!

Wells Community Hospital Update May 2022

Exploring textile and sewing techniques.

Class will run on Mondays and Fridays. Spaces are limited so registration is essential. Please call 01328 711996 for more information.

Groups Our groups are a lovely way to meet people and share experiences and support each other and are open to anyone in the community.

Talking Elephants bereavement group- 2nd Thursday of the month Walking Group- Tuesday morning- Meet at The Hive Café from 10:15, walk starts at 10:30.

Potterers walking group- a gentle paced walk starting from the hospital on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 11:00.

Fun & Togetherness Group • Singing together 3rd Thursday of the month.

Wells Nelson Club – Social club for over 70’s.

Heritage Wellbeing session for the over 60’s. Led by the Norfolk Wildlife trust, this wellbeing session will explore Wells Community Hospital Garden and give you time to discover, enjoy and be creative in this very special space.

Join us for this exciting session, which will run from 10am until 1pm on Wednesday 15th June 2022. This session is Free & lunch will be provided after the session by the Community Hospital.

Booking is essential. Please call 01328 711996 or email admin@wellshospital.uk for more information or booking.

Volunteering We are in the process of building some social enterprise projects, addressing access to discounted food in our rural coastal communities, which would really benefit from the help of volunteers with administrative, retail and project management experience. If you could help the team in this regard, or to find out more, please email – simon.prince@wellshospital.uk

Group Exercise

The training hub at the hospital is a bright and airy space overlooking beautiful countryside.

We have a wide range of classes available for all abilities. New Time table to launch in June.

Mondays

Tuesdays

Yoga with Cat- 1 pm Jazzercize with Caroline -6pm Seated Exercise with Sue -10am & 11am Pilates with Sarah (until 30th June) 4:30pm

On 30th June, the current General Manager, Sarah Peberday will be leaving her role with the Charity to move to a role nearer to home. Sarah will continue to teach group exercise classes on Wednesdays & Thursdays.

Andy Williamson will also be leaving after 5 years, as Finance Manager.

Both have expressed thanks to the Community of Wells for their support.

Wednesdays Yoga with Cat- 10 am Move it or Loose it with Karen 11:30am Pilates with Sarah-- 5:30pm Combat with Sarah -6:30pm Thursdays Seated Exercise with Sue -10am & 11am Paracise with Amy- 1.30pm Pump (weighted exercise to music) with Sarah– 5:30pm Clubbercise with Simon & Sarah – 6:30pm Fridays Jazzercize with Caroline- 10am

On behalf of the Trustees the Chair wishes to thank both Sarah and Andy for their hard work, support and dedication to the organisation.

New Discovery Trail in Glandford

A process is now in place to recruit.

A further Trail of Discovery is being launched by the Glaven Valley Arts Society - for children aged 8 to 12 (but really for people of all ages). The trail is at St. Martin’s Church, Glandford and can be easily combined with a trip next door to the Shell Museum. The aim is to encourage children to explore the church building, to learn about it and to enjoy the experience. The style of the trail is similar to that adopted for the trail of discovery at St. Margaret’s Church, Cley-next-the-Sea, just a mile away. Fourteen questions cover some very interesting features of St. Martin’s church including artistic features of the font, altar, pulpit, and stained-glass windows.

There are challenges to find the clues left by two master wood carvers who were part of the team of craftsmen builders and questions about the bench depicting the faithful dog of Sir Alfred Jodrell, owner of nearby Bayfield Hall who was responsible for restoring the Church in late Victorian times. There is an answer sheet which provides interesting supplementary information.

Details of the trail can be found at : theartssocietyglavenvalley.org.uk/Other Activities/Trails/aspx Paper copies are now on display at St. Martin’s with kind permission of the vicar.

New class on a Wednesday 11:30-12:30, “Move it or Lose it!” with Karen- a class to turn back the clock and improve balance and confidence, mobility and flexibility, strength and independence.

Call Karen on 07785 280027 for more information.

Classes with Simon and Sarah can be booked via our website www.wellbeingnorfolk.co.uk or call 01328 711996 for further information.

If you would like to run a class from the Hub do get in touch with Simon on 01328 711996.

Art for wellbeing June will see the launch of a new terms program of art classes. Run by adult learning and hosted by the hospital these classes are free to join. With a ject1 Master_Layout 1 08/09/2021 22:07 Page 1 mixture of taster sessions and 5-week courses, subjects will explore various techniques, including creating a sketchbook journal and exploring artist work or Creative textiles with preloved material.

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The Sheringham & District Branch of the Royal Air Forces Association was formed in 1950 and today has a Membership of 87, but regretfully we are a generation of the past, only seven of our members are under the age of 65 and staggeringly our average age is 85. Not being put off by this we hold regular social events, which attract an average of well over 30 members, plus guests who are always welcome!

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The long-term concern is about the likely future of the Branch, which would now seem to have few long-term prospects unless new, younger members can be recruited. We need your support - now!

We know there many ex-RAF service personnel and their families living in Sheringham, Holt and Cromer and in villages in North Norfolk – join us to help ensure your own future as you will be old one day!

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Briston Quizzers on Great Form!

Charity Art Sale

Art Sale and Exhibition. May 28/29th at St.Michael and All Angels Church, Plumstead NR11 7LG. Open 10.30am to 4.30pm each day.

Question: What did Frankenstein have sticking through his neck? That was just one of the posers at the latest 'Brain Of Briston Quiz' - 13 tables of four would-be Masterminds battled through 120 picture and sounds questions off the big screen on Saturday April 23rd, as well as a dozen tough picture questions that were handed round during the interval, while the crowd tucked into their Jacket Potato and pudding supper, washed down with teas and coffees or their own tipples - and all for just £6 a head! The evening made a profit of just over £300 for the Copeman Centre's funds.

Local artist John Durdin will be exhibiting many of his wonderful oil paintings, which reflect his love of the countryside around the village of Plumstead and, also, his travels abroad with his son Chris Durdin. Works by other local artists Mary Millar Watt and Kirsty O’Leary-Leeson will also be on display.

80% of the proceeds from the sale will go to support St. Michael’s Church, which John has served as churchwarden for over 30 years, and 20% to The Honeyguide Conservation Trust, a charity set up by Chris Durdin.

There were prizes for the best and worst teams too! Everyone really enjoyed the fun and are looking forward to the next one at Briston's Copeman Centre on Saturday October 29th - if you would like a reminder nearer the time, just get put on the ring-round list by 'phoning Carol now on 011263 860844 soon! And as for Frankenstein - he had nothing through his neck - Frankenstein was the Doctor, not the monster!

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Gold Awards went to Robbie Spencer for Sunrise at the Mill and Val Walker for Wave Spirit. Val also obtained a Silver for Broad-bodied Chaser.

Not to be outdone, Mike Walker picked up a Silver and 2 Bronze awards for Sea Nettle, Bee-eater with Dragonfly and Purple Heron with Mole Cricket.

Wave spirit by Valerie Walker

Highly commended were Red Deer in the Rain by Barb Gardner, I See You by Lizzie Wallis and Rushing Water by Shirley Radden. 2 Commended Awards went to Frederic Landes for Binham Priory at Sunset and Dusk on Cromer Pier whilst Hanne Siebers took the final award for her portrait entitled Benjamin.

Purple heron with mole cricket by Mick Walker

North Norfolk Photographic Society

North Norfolk Photographic Society were pleased to welcome Jim Hartje as our judge for the final digital competition of the season. Jim is a long-standing judge from Peterborough who, for various reasons, judged the images on Zoom instead of attending in person. There was a high standard of images, particularly wildlife and Jim held back 12 images for awards out of the 66 entries. As this was an open competition, and not on a theme, there was a wide range of subject matter.

Sunrise at the mill by Robbie Spencer

Sea nettle by Mick Walker

North Norfolk Photographic Society meets on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 7.30 at Cley Village Hall. Information about the Club, galleries of members photos and programme details are all on our website which is www.nnps.uk Also look out for details of our exhibition in St Andrews Church Hall Holt in conjunction with Holt Festival Week.

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North Norfolk Open Studios

Chris White [The Bungalow, Old Cromer Road, High Kelling NR25 6AJ] is an established local artisan who has run glass workshops for many years. His fused and stained glass works are inspired by nature.

He also produces pieces of art work suitable for enhancing your garden all year round. His work is whimsical, functional and decorative.

Well-known local artist Emma Blount [Hunworth Village Hall, Kings Street NR24 2EQ] works both as an illustrator and with glass. She will be holding a stained glass and glass painting demonstration on Friday 3rd June at 11 a.m. Drawings of lions, prints and cards will also be available to purchase….or book a tuition slot!

Following the success of last year’s inaugural “North Norfolk Open Studios” we will again be holding exhibitions of local artists’ work with the opportunity to meet over 130 artists in their studios and to purchase original works without gallery commission fees. This year the event will run from Saturday 28th May through to Sunday 5th June, covering half term holidays and Jubilee Celebration Bank Holidays. Most studios will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily but please check the website to confirm individual studio arrangements before travelling: northnorfolkstudios.co.uk Leaflets and maps available locally and online.

A local trail has been set up including artists from the Holt, High Kelling, Hunworth and Briston area with 3 artists new to NNOS this year alongside five who have exhibited before: Caroline Houchell [45 Pineheath Road, High Kelling NR25 6RH] is both a printer and mixed-media artist. Caroline produces collages, monoprints and cyanotypes influenced by natural elements and changing seasons, exploring a sense of space. She also runs workshops on the use of gel plates.

Tricia Arnold’s [54 Pineheath Road, High Kelling NR25 6RH] artwork is “all about colour, texture and fun!” Tricia’s paintings are mixed media and she particularly enjoys using vivid colour in vibrant acrylics and inks.

Tricia will have a range of original works, prints and cards for sale.

Richard Woodfield [22Avenue Road, High Kelling NR25 6RD] is a fine art illustrator who produces incredibly detailed renditions of landscapes and buildings, both local and further afield, using fine liner pens to render the necessary tones and textures. Richard also produces works in gouache and pastels.

Inspired by the beauty of Norfolk, Terrie Clifft [1 Castle Close, Holt, NR25 6FB] enjoys creating unique decorative and functional fused art glass. Her original handmade kiln-fired glass items range from seascapes and landscapes, to penguins, robins and pheasants….not forgetting beautiful Murano glass pendants! Her husband Ian Clifft [1 Castle Close, Holt, NR25 6FB] is an experienced and talented woodworker who produces a range of free-standing and wall-hung clocks made from reclaimed solid oak with inserts of other timbers or stone.

Ian also makes attractive and sturdy lamp bases from oak which are fully fitted with brass bulb and shade holders, a long flex and a plug – ready to ‘plug and play’!!

Lizzy Harvey [[9 Mill Road, Briston NR24 2JF] is a mixed media artist who produces abstract and semi-abstract work based on nature and the landscape. Lizzy uses inks, watercolours and pastels for her drawings, also experimenting in monoprints and textiles.

It is only 6.3 miles between the studios at Briston and High Kelling, and will provide you with a wonderful opportunity to meet, chat with and support local artists, purchase an original artwork as a gift for yourself or a friend, and to explore the beauty of wonderful North Norfolk!

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It’s that time of year again…

The weather is warming up and some of you are thinking about flea control for your pet. I know lots of people don’t even like to acknowledge that their pet could be carrying fleas, but it is fact – If you have a pet, you could have fleas. And the unfortunate part of the problem, as some of you are well aware, is that with the advent of central heating fleas have become a year-long feature.

But remember, just because you don’t see evidence doesn’t mean your pet isn’t suffering from flea bites.

Flea There are now a wide variety of products and formulations for treating and preventing fleas ranging from sprays, spot-on, tablets and injections for cats. An integrated plan consists of using products that will kill adult fleas and products that treat the environment (house, car, kennel, etc). Speak to your vet about what combination of products would be best for you, your pet, and your home.

Signs of a heavy flea infestation on your pet include: scratching, biting, showing other signs of discomfort, scabby or irritated skin, and you may see visible signs such as adult fleas or flea dirt. However, some pets (especially cats) will groom adult fleas and flea dirt from their coats making it impossible for their owner to see evidence of a flea problem.

Here’s how you can check your pet for fleas (if he/she will cooperate!): Sit your pet on a bit of white paper and rub its coat vigorously for a few minutes. This should dislodge flea faeces (“dirt”) from the coat which will fall onto the paper. Remove your pet from the paper and tip what is left on the paper onto some wet cotton wool or kitchen roll. Over the next minute or so the dried blood in the dark flecks of flea dirt should dissolve to a lighter shade of red.

An important thing to remember is the adult flea represents only 5% of the flea problem. The rest is made up of eggs, worm-like larvae, and the pupa stage.

Fleas are a permanent ectoparasite, meaning that once they land on your pet they stay there until they are removed by grooming or they die. Adult fleas usually live for a matter of days on your pet, but since a female can lay up to 50 eggs a day they have usually deposited 200 eggs in your house before they are finished.

Another very important fact involving the flea life-cycle is that once the larva are safe in their cocoons as pupae, there is no product available that will kill them. They can stay protected in this state for months and hatch out in less than a second when your pet is close by. This is one of the reasons year-long, consistent flea prevention is so important.

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Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Celebrations June 2022

Holt Town Centre Fairy Doors Trail Saturday 4 June 2022

In-line with the current nationwide upsurge, and ongoing support of nature at the present time, North Norfolk is seeing an upturn in tree planting. Holt is very much surrounded by open countryside, farmland and woodlands - both large and small, and all the natural biodiversity contained within; just the perfect setting for getting back to the great outdoors.

As such the Friends of Holt Library Group have organised a fairy doors trail enabled by funding from North Norfolk District Council, secured by Holt Town Council. The first trail will take place on Saturday, 4 June 2022 beginning at Holt Library, Church Lane, Holt. The route is circular via the King George V Playing Field, Peacock Lane, Holt, then to Little Hills, immediately on the outskirts of the town to the west - returning to the town centre at the Memorial Garden, Albert Street, Holt. The trail can be started at any stage – your preference. The fairy doors trail will be an on-going event.

Holt Primary School pupils have designed each of the fairy doors and the Norwich Men’s Shed have constructed them. Accompanying nature quotes for each fairy door has been provided by local school children.

The trail route map is available within leaflets from the library and tourist information centre prior to the day, as well as from additional town locations.

Jubilee Facts

10 million Brits are planning to organise and attend street parties in Her Majesty's honour.

Coronation chicken was invented by Le Cordon Bleu London for the Queen’s coronation banquet in 1953. This year there is a competition for a Platinum Jubilee pudding.

More than 2,022 beacons will be lit throughout the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Isle of Man and UK Overseas Territories, and one in each of the capital cities of Commonwealth countries.

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New Norfolk Aviation Group Formed

Forthcoming Events at Holt Library

Crafting for Children.

Friday 27th May 3.30pm – come along and make some crowns to celebrate the Jubilee.

A fun, simple craft session for children.

Many residents of North Norfolk will have had first-hand knowledge of aviation activities in this region. If you have an interest in any aspect of aeronautics –from the history of flight to the exploration of space, then the newly formed Norfolk Aeronautical Group may well be the place for you. It is a Group where you can meet with people who share your interests and which provides monthly talks (live and on Zoom) on aeronautical matters as well as visits and social occasions with like-minded individuals, many of whom have had a professional interest in aeronautics in their careers and others who are just interested in everything to do with this topic. Formed in January 2022, its membership has grown to 50 + and the Group meets on the second Thursday of the month at Postwick Village Hall, starting at 7:30pm, with an exclusive coffee lounge and bar open from 7:00pm.

A Stroll Through Georgian Holt. Saturday 4th June 11am A film showing by Holt Local History Society. 'A Stroll Through Georgian Holt'. This is a free event, but donations are welcome.

Refreshments will be provided.

Jubilee Afternoon at the Library. Saturday 4th June 1pm – 4pm Come along to the library and see some memorabilia while enjoying a cuppa – no need to book just pop in.

"Old Balaclava": James Olley, Hero of Holt. Thursday 9th June 11am A talk by Steve Benson of the Holt History Society.

Come along and listen to the story of Holt's own hero, James Olley, survivor of the Charge of the Light Brigade, who used the building now occupied as Holt Library as a stable for his horses.

Tickets £3 includes refreshments.

Annual Membership costs £30.00 – pro-rated if you Lego Club in May, Saturdays 2 – 3pm – build a castle from Lego and you join later in the could win a prize! Ages 4 – 12 year.

Spouses/partners For further information about these events please contact Holt Library of members are on 01263 712202. To book please contact 01603 774777 treated as Fakenham Library associate Open Library is back at Fakenham Library members and can Fakenham Library’s open hours are now: attend the Monday: 10am to 7pm (8am to 10am Open Library access only) monthly meetings Tuesday: 10am to 7pm (8am to 10am Open Library access only) at no cost. Other Wednesday: 8am to 7pm (Open Library access only) Guests are Thursday: 10am to 7pm (8am to 10am Open Library access only) welcome for a small admission charge, and if you want to “try before buy” you can come Friday: 2pm to 7pm (8am to 2pm Open Library access only) along to a meeting to ensure the Group is for you. The subscription also Saturday 10am to 4pm (8am to 10am Open Library access only) includes a monthly 20-page colour magazine sent as a soft copy whenever Sunday: 10am to 4pm (Open Library access only) possible, but also available as a hard copy, a monthly E-bulletin with For more information visit www.norfolk.gov.uk hyperlinks to various web sites of interest, and, for anyone not on the internet who cannot attend the live meeting, a DVD with a recording of the event. All meetings are simultaneously transmitted on Zoom for those who prefer to attend virtually and are available post meeting as a download. As well as the monthly meetings we run a virtual raffle for members and associate members, an 01263 annual photographic competition and 711712 programmes of The safest method of ear wax removal aviation related visits is by professional micro-suction. and social events.

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From North Walsham and District Branch of Cats Protection

vouchers only and will not be able to help with any other enquiries. The number also applies for those wishing to take advantage of our special neutering campaign.

Paddington and Winnie have now been rehomed, as have two of the older residents in care, Ollie (Irene has now fully recovered from Covid) and Billie. We still have some older cats waiting for someone to offer them a home plus some older kittens who will need experienced cat owners as they are still quite timid having joined us from an outside environment.

If you are looking for a cat or kitten (or have any other queries) please give Stephanie a call on 01692 535858.

Please be aware that if you are interested in giving one of our cats a home you need to contact by phone rather than by the contact form on our website, www.northwalsham.cats.org.uk where Ella one of the timid young cats a description and photograph of the cats can be seen. Stephanie does not use a computer for her cat work so there is a delay in responding to enquiries this way and as she deals with enquiries on a first come first serve policy, she may have already spoken to someone who is interested in giving the cat a home.

There have been many changes introduced since the branch was first set up and one of these is the minimum size of all cat pens used by the Charity to house the cats while they are in our care. This meant that our original pens did not meet the standard required and applied to the three original pens with Stephanie. We were, however, allowed to use the double pen as though it was one pen and the single one for emergency homing. The pens, however, were showing their age and it was decided the time had come to dismantle them. We do still have the two larger pens at Dilham plus the four with Caroline and the two with Irene and we also have the use of some pens with Lesley at her cattery, which all meet the standard required. Having helped to put the original pens up it seems strange not to see them anymore and even stranger now having only two pens to clean.

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

We have mentioned the Animal Welfare Act in the past and the Association of Dogs and Cats Homes (ADCH), both of which are working to ensure that all animals receive a certain level of care. There are now changes in the pipeline and Defra is currently reviewing the licensing of animal establishments, e.g. commercial boarding of cats and dogs, pet vending etc. At present this only covers establishments licensed at present although it is anticipated that rescue organisations will be added in the future. The Scottish Government has already announced plans for this legislation for registering and licensing animal sanctuaries and the Welsh and Northern Ireland Governments have indicated they are likely to follow their lead.

The English Government is also expected to act, possibly as early as next year. This may result in some changes as to how Cats Protection works but as we already comply with the minimum standards set out by ADCH, our Head Office are confident that it will not impact greatly on the work that we do at the branch. We will keep you advised of any changes.

If you are interested in receiving help to neuter your cat/kitten, please ring 07880 256948 (to see if you are eligible for a voucher). This number is for

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A house cat could beat superstar runner Usain Bolt in the 200 meter dash.

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Readers Write....

A column where you can write in. Write to us - share your news or views on issues that concern our community. Just e-mail your letter to info@holtchronicle.co.uk or leave it in THE HOLT CHRONICLE collection box in Feeney's Newsagents. ALL letters must have a contact name, full postal address and telephone number so that we may be able to contact you if necessary but please note that we will publish your name but not your address or telephone number unless requested to do so.

PLEASE KEEP YOUR LETTER TO A MAXIMUM OF 300 WORDS so that we may be able to publish it in full.

Please note: The views expressed in this column are not necessarily the views of the editor or publishers of The Holt Chronicle but those of the author's submitting the material.

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Flower tubs on the A148

Dear Jo, Many thanks to Diana Spalton for her letter in the last issue of the Holt Chronicle regarding the tubs of flowers and the daffodils on the A148, as it passes through High Kelling. We are truly glad they delight her.

The planning and planting were a joint venture with the village store and Post Office, the work being carried out by villagers and members of the High Kelling Parish Council. The aim is not only to add to the beauty of our village but also to emphasise to the road users that villagers use the footpaths at the side of this busy road and our vehicles will come out of the side roads onto it.

Hope your readers don't mind me saying they are best viewed at the 30mph speed limit or under?

Regards, David Carter, Chair, High Kelling Parish Council

Harry was brought to me he’d been found in a crab pot and had got completely entwined in the string, the finders had cut of as much as they could, but I saw straight away it would be a visit to the vets as it was tightly round his legs as the more they try to free themselves the tighter it becomes, he has had to have a small op, as unfortunately the string had cut deep into his right front leg down to the muscle, hopefully with time it will heal so he can be released back into the wild.

My thanks to Toby and all the staff at Westover for dealing with him so quickly.

Defibrillator Fund

Dear Jo, Thank you to everyone who contributed so generously to the defibrillator fund in memory of Roger Lidgett. I’m pleased to say that this has now been installed on the building previously used by Santander Bank (now an ice cream shop) on Holt High Street.

Thank you to everyone involved in the rather long, drawn out process to achieve this.

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Fundraising for Holt charities at Stody Lodge Gardens this May

Stody Lodge is opening its stunning gardens once again this May. Visitors are invited to enjoy its colourful rhododendrons and azaleas, peaceful woodland walks and delicious homemade teas in aid of local charities.

Our visit to the beautiful gardens at Stody will be no exception. If you wish to hear the roar and purr of our powerful Harley engines, the Ride-Out aims to arrive at around 1.30pm.’

Kate MacNicol, owner of Stody Lodge Gardens, said: ‘The Iceni Harley Davidson Chapter have a huge following and great reputation for being a friendly and charitably-minded group.’

On Sunday 29th May, our tea rooms will be run by The Treehouse Café in Holt to provide a delicious array of cakes and other culinary treats for everyone to enjoy. We are also organising a food drop off point for our visitors to make donations to the Treehouse Café’s Community Fridge.’

Lorna Becker of The Treehouse Café, said: ‘Our Café in Holt has been running a Community Fridge since 2019 which offers kind donations of ‘close to date’ or surplus goods from local businesses. It has become a hugely important and popular resource for our local community, particularly since Covid, and we’d be very grateful for any donations that visitors to Stody Lodge Gardens are able to make.’

Fifteen different charities will fundraise in the gardens this year, including, St Andrew’s Church on 19 May and The Treehouse Community Café, Holt, on 29 May. Earlier in the month, the Holt Youth Project fundraised through the tea rooms at The Stody Family Fun Day on 8 May. The gardens will open from 1pm – 5pm all Sundays in May. It is also open 1pm – 5pm 18 - 20 May, 23 – 27 May and 2 and 3 June to celebrate the Jubilee weekend.

Entrance is £8, children under 12 free, payable by cash or card.

Pre-booking not needed.

The gardens will play host to a wide variety of fun and entertainment for all ages.

The Stody Classic Vehicle Day on Sunday 22 May. A wide variety of classic vehicles will be on display for all to enjoy in a beautiful garden setting.

Harley Davidson Ride-Out to Stody on Sunday 29 May. Up to 30 Harley Davidson motorcycles will drive through and into Stody’s magical gardens so the bikes can be admired by the visiting public.

Ross St Quintin, Director of the Iceni Harley Davidson Chapter, said: ‘We love talking about and explaining our bikes to the public and we always have fun.

Please visit www.stodylodgegardens.co.uk for its open days and charities.

No need to pre-book tickets.

Regular Events

Salthouse Parish Council has a vacancy for a Parish Clerk.

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.

This is a home-based post. Four hours per week, salary £10.50 to £12.35 per hour, depending on experience.

There are six evening meetings per year.

A laptop computer is provided and full training & back-up support will be given if required. For further information email salthouseclerk@gmail.com or telephone 01263 577397

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 and always happy to welcome new members.

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.

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Children’s Gardening

National Open Garden Scheme Open Day in Wells

The next generation of keen gardeners are welcomed warmly at Mannington. They have their own garden with its sensory barefoot experience, pond, wildflowers with wildlife areas and insect and hedgehog homes.

For National Children’s Gardening Week (and beyond) we are providing a special planting area with potting table and tools, free seeds and pots and sunflower growing.

Seating nearby for parents and grandparents!

When tired of all this activity, also playground with climbing frames and Enchanted Path as well as all the garden to explore with its ever-popular ladybird trail.

In the Garden Tearoom more activities and sweet and savoury snacks.

Mannington is also welcoming visitors over the Platinum Jubilee holiday (Thursday 2nd, Friday 3rd & Sunday 5th), and offering special ‘Platinum Jubilee Afternoon Teas’, as well as a Coronation & Jubilee display in the hall.

We expect these to be popular so do book early! (admin@walpoleestate.co.uk).

The five gardens belonging to the National Garden Open Day will, once again, be opening their gardens to the public on Sunday 19th June 10am – 5pm. The gardens may be small, but they are very different in style and colour. They are: Caprice, Clubbs Lane; Hiraeth, 11 Burnt Street; 7 Market Lane; Norfolk House, 17 Burnt Street and Poacher Cottage, 15 Burnt Street.

This year light refreshments throughout the day are available at Poacher Cottage. 4 of the gardens are close together and on the bus route, with the Clubbs Lane garden in the centre of town. All details from: ngs.org.uk The NGS donated over £3 million to various beneficiaries such as Marie Curie; Macmillan Cancer Support; Hospice UK; Carers’ Trust; Parkinson’s UK and manymore. A ticket of £5 gets you into all five gardens. We look forward to welcoming you.

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Any donations of wool gratefully received. Whatever we receive will be knitted into baby hats to donate to the Norfolk and Norwich Premature Baby Unit or hats and gloves for the Christmas Shoebox Appeal. Please call 07796638020 or email sallylee35@hotmail.co.uk Blanket box/chest, solid wood, good size and good condition please.

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This space could be used to sell your unwanted goods and make you some money. If you’ve got something to sell, LET EVERYBODY KNOW. Email your FOR SALE items to: info@holtchronicle.co.uk or 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.

The lady who bought two white plastic sun loungers last year from an address in Cromer, I have found the second cushion. No charge of course. Tel. 01263 519518.

Zanussi fridge freezer, 14 cub ft, working order, free to pick up. Lady’s bike gears, £37 ono. 07980 362244 Unisex cycle, Raleigh, red, used twice, 11” wheels, incl. large black pannier, £120. Sage juicer, grey, model BJE520UK, cost £300, accept £150 ono. Small blue, self-supporting hammock, £35. Dk green backpack with 4 place picnic set, hardly used, £35. Picnic hamper complete with picnic set, £35. 01263 712159 6 internal mahogany panelled doors, 1 half glazed, 6’6” x 2’6”, with furniture, excellent condition, can be seen in situ, £150. 01328 864404 Sony 50” TV, 2 years old, good condition, with stand, £200. 07786 944230 White plastic oval patio table (John Lewis), legs unclip for storage, plus 4 chairs, £40. Garden roller (old), £40. 25 - 2’x2’x2” concrete pavers, £2 each. 7 - 2’x2’x1½” concrete pavers, £1.50 each. Ducal cheval long mirror with draw base, £100. 01328 851838 Delux folding guest bed, 2ft6ins wide, had little use, vgc, £25. Holt 01263 502787 FROG bike, frog 48, white with red star trim front, navy forks with white star trim, USA cycling motif, little used, kept at Nanny’s house, stunning at £120.

01328 864231 Pet pen with house, 8ft x 6ft, £100. Folding pet cage, used once, 2ft 6ins x 1ft 9ins x 2ft, £25.External wood door, 2ft 9ins x 6ft 6ins, £10. Holt. 07901 661983 Times Readers Digest Memoirs HRH Windsor, £15. Wall unit shelving 30”H x 17”W x 8”D plus wood stool with gold fabric 16” tall plus extending armchair wooden arms extends to 43”, £20 ono for lot. 40+ CDs/DVDs incl.

Mel Gibson ‘Dangerously’, David Bowie, ‘The Hunger’, £30 the lot. Mk 2 Micra spares, mirrors, leads etc. £15. 01263 710067 L S LOWRY framed print of Lytham Pier, approx 63cm x 75cm (total).

Amazon price £62.99. Offers please. Other smaller framed pictures available.

01263 823111 Garmin Nuvi 205W 4.3" Sat Nav. Hardly used and all components in the original box. £45.00. 01263 514451 4-wheel garden buggy. versatile/multiple uses, 250 kg capacity, tipper feature, brand new & fully assembled. £70. Blakeney 01263 741957 Panasonic 37-inch tv (not Smart tv) for sale. V Good picture. £50 ono Collect in N Walsham. 07914 679592 Disability Scooter Go Go Elite Traveler. Good condition £95 o.v.n.o. 01263 511895 or 07596272979 2 bikes for sale in excellent condition. Claud Butler Odyssey AL 70005.

Shimano 21 speed gears. Suspension front and back. New tyres front and back. £50.00. Probike Diablo Zoom. Shimano 21 speed gears. £50.00. AE Gent aegent@ btinternet.com Fakenham 01328 863371 Fire pit with tools, brand new, assembled, no box. £75 Stereogram, two deep drawers with Sony automatic 400 turntable, no speakers. Photos available.

Collection Sheringham. 01263 821830 2 Alexander Rose wooden sun loungers with cushions £300 each when new, hardly used, £150 for the pair 01328 878418.

Ladies size 10 Majorcan sandals in pink, black patent, cream and purple.

Also other almost new leather pumps. Offers invited. 01263 587013 Lawn mower - RazorCut Premium hand mower in excellent condition. £60.

01263 577868 Pink and black ladies golf bag - Green Lamb. Lots of pockets and extras including waterproof head cover. Good condition / all zips sound. £15. 07979 511630 Cast Iron drain/manhole cover with mounting ring 26x20 inches (66x52 cms). £25. North Walsham 01692 405184 Two-seater sofa and chair - cream material - Can email photos. £85 ono. 07443 425115 Linsar 20” TV, Wall bracket, remote, ideal for bedroom. £15, Aylsham 01263 731294 MB Electronic Star Bird 1982, boxed, working £40. 5 Butlin Badges 1950's Skegness/Filey £65. Blanket Box, sturdy 4', on casters, £35. MGB GT original 1980 steering wheel £50. 01263 517127

email: info@holtchronicle.co.uk

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

GENUINE COLLECTOR LOOKING FOR VINTAGE TOYS 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

Cot/ bed (pine) including covered mattress. Free to collector. Sheringham .01263 826002 32-inch T V only used for 4 days due to circumstances cost £300 will accept £200 L G with built in Freesat Sheringham. 01263 822934 Corner wicker Dog basket £10. Dog crate Black medium size dog £5. Dog car ramp £5. 2Draw white side table £5. Piano stool £10. 2Dining chairs £10.

Pine blanket box £10. All in good condition. 07732 804564 Metronome, Wittner, Pyramid shape, walnut grain synthetic case without bell. hardly used. £30. North Walsham 07803 580391 Cobra electric lawn mower good condition may need a service £30.Qualcast key start mower V. good condition, needs new battery for a big lawn hence accept 180. Call for details 07732 804564 Corner sofa for sale, cream colour good condition £300 (cost £1600). 07502 264692 Oak coffee table 120 x 60 cm c/w through drawer & undershelf. No top stains or damage,smoke / pet free environment, regularly waxed. Bargain £50.00 01263 570176 Krups Black Opio Steam & Pump Espresso Coffee Machine XP3208. New unwanted Gift £49. Sheringham 01263 825993 Mahogany sideboard - 2 door and 2 drawers. Curved front with inlay. 5 foot 6 inches long. Can provide photo if interested and can arrange to deliver. £100.

01263 711404 Kenwood K25MB14 25 Litre 900W Black Microwave. As New £50 ono.

Cromer 07388 272867 4 wheeled red mobility stroller with seat and basket £55; 3 wheeled fold down mobility stroller with tray and basket £40; Corded electric hedge trimmer 43cm cutting blade, 400w £18; Corded electric hammer drill 750w £10; Mini chainsaw head for Titan (Screwfix) petrol strimmer £10 ono hardly used. 07486 123521 AFK Arbour seat. Approx 4ft x 7ft (at peak). Roof needs repair otherwise in good condition.Can be dismantled. 01263 519666 Aluminium 5 tread step ladder. Well used but in good order. £10 North Walsham 07803 580391 Duvet - hollow fibre polyester 13.5 tog, 185 x 185 (double size) hardly used £12. (Sheringham) 07470 704658 FREE Portable Tubular Wardrobe approximately 160cm wide, 180 high, 54 deep.3 sections = 1 shelved and 2 mainly hanging. In good condition. 07901 593780

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I want to give away three German course books for adults, medium level, for £5, Rose, phone 07471904951 200 litre logik chest freezer for sale £75 ono.Beeston Regis 07903 647253 Large pink CYMBIDIUM ORCHID potted up £20 (can now be split up) and Orange CLIVIA plant £10, both have just finished flowering. They have been in the conservatory so in good condition. 01263 710117 White Cot Bed, from pet free, smoke free grandparents’ home, only used about 10 times, complete with 3 inch fire resistant foam mattress, if needed. £50.

Hindringham 01328 878592 Round metal garden table by Emu of Italy. 1m dia. to sit 4 comfortably. Folds for storage. £165 ono. Pair of folding bistro chairs. Galvanised steel and beechwood. Perfect condition. Inc. 2 free seat pads. £70. 01263 862976 A selection of good quality jigsaws (mostly 1000 piece) all complete £20.00 Angelcare' Movement & Sound Baby Monitor £15.00 call 07876 541594 Cosyfeet Jodie Velcro extra roomy shoes size 8 mushroom colour Brand new still in box £15. Bosch Induction saucepan set of 3 Brand new still in sealed box (HEZ9SE030) £39. 07789858722 Jenome sewing machine, model DMX200, never used so still boxed. £100.00.

Please phone after 6pm, 01263 478961.

Backpack Sprayer, 12 litre capacity. Hardly used so perfect condition. £10.

(Holt) 01263 586011/ 07788624765.

Table tennis set. Includes 5ft. table, 4 bats, net and ping pong balls. Excellent condition, never been used. £35. 07944 641057 Waste hog and water hog for caravan. £5.00 each for quick sale. Briston.

07944 641057 Puremate Circulation Promoter. Improves lower leg and foot circulation.

Rarely used. Excellent condition. £20 ono. (Holt) 01263 596011 or 07788624765 Man’s Raleigh bicycle old but in good condition, £25. 01263 860585.

Italian Soft Leather 2-Seater Sofa in Black - Expensive when new and has had light use during its relative short life. From smoke and pet free home. Immaculate condition throughout. £250. Holt. 07803 126740 Terracotta Plant Pots, used in good condition. Various sizes and shapes from 4” to 20” diameter. Call for details Flymo Easi Glide 330 lawn mower. Used for one season excellent condition £25. 07486 867747 36m of hardwood decking. Average board length 2.8m. Sands to beautiful red/brown colour. £2.50 per m.Builders’ wheelbarrow. Rugged, rusty, reliable.

Good, pumped tyre. £20. Heavy duty garden hose- no more punctures! 21m plus extra 14m if required Inc. tap connector and adjustable spray gun. £15.

01263 862976 Women`s 26” wheel Mountain Bike, 15 gears with twist grip, front and rear suspension, in excellent condition as little used, £95 ovno, Sheringham 01263 824211.

Mountain bike, Male / Female, Shimmano Gears, Front / Rear Suspension plus, many extras. £50.00. Record Plumbers / Engineers Pipe Formers / Benders, England. Formers / Rollers. £12.00. ono. Gas Analyze Test Rig Base / Tubes. £10.oo ono. 07785 993359.

Mountain Bike. USA Cannondale. 16inch Aluminium frame and front fork suspension. Excellent condition and spec. Plus loads of bike bits. £170.00 ono.

07968 490444 Dog ramp -Petgear trifold extra-large. Good condition as hardly used. £40.

01328 822124 Challenge 1000W Electric Rotary Mower Model ME1031M only used ONCE from new, bought April 2022 £45.00 o.n.o also Tassimo Happy TAS100X Bosch Coffee Machine, nearly new £25.00 o.n.o. 07780 721572.

Kitchen sink. New still boxed. Mondella Cadenza Classic granite. Single bowl and drainer. Dark grey. £160 new. £100 ono please. Could deliver. For details and measurements please call 07881803313 or 01603898249.

Pair of folding 6-foot ramps for car/wheelchair etc. Non slip surface. £40.

Metal clothes rail with shoe rack new still in box. £10.Many classical music CDs. £1 for 4.01263 512808 2 IKEA coffee tables 55cms square by 45cms high. Light wood effect. As new £15.00 each. Sheringham 07771 757777 Free to collect. "The Knitter" magazine. 21 issues numbers 111, 113-133 inclusive. Also "Garden News" weekly magazine March 2021 - February 2022. All good, clean condition. Free to collect from Holt. 01263 715568.

Pair of Ariston MSX-03 Micro Monitor 2-way speakers, (Bookshelf/Surround sound use?). BNIB. £20. 01263 715568.

Toshiba 40-inch HD ready TV 2 tier glass stand & dvd player for sale £125 ono.

Beeston Regis 07903 647253 Brush Cutter / Strimmer. Pro Elite Professional 4100 series. C/W Harness, Various Cutting Heads. Drums, Spares VGC. £ 75.00. Black Decker Rotary Lawn Mower Electric, Model GX250, C/W Leads. £25.00 ono. Black Decker Hedge Cutter / Trimmer. Model GC400, 405 Cut. C/W Leads plus Extension Leads. £25.00 ono. 07785 993359 Ricoh printer, good working order, original instructions and paperwork, offers please, buyer collects. 012563 862298 Large plastic storage box - needs collecting, pair of binoculars, pair of dressmakers pinking shears.All free 01263 511258 Immaculate 4-foot bed, white, plus mattress. 07540 400211 Solid pine cupboard, double drawers, 3ft wide, can be painted or stained, good condition £25 ono. Glenmuir golf skort & crops, pink swirls size 12 unworn £10 each, also other skorts & tops. Mens Jagar jackets size 40" grey & navy – good condition £20 ono. 01263 517196

email: info@holtchronicle.co.uk

50 Rubik cubes - various shapes and sizes – offers. 07824 885510 Two manual recliner armchairs - bought new January 2022 Beige tweed £125 each. 01263 722260 Two pairs curtains grey embossed from The Range, size 90" x 90" and 90" x 72” £25 as new. One pair Red Highland check curtains from Dunhelm Mill, size 168cm x 182cm £20. Brand new slow cooker in box £10. 01263 519673

Forthcoming Events

Friday 13th May. Sharrington Village Hall. Pub night, doors open at 7pm, with our bar serving a wide range of alcoholic and soft drinks. We guarantee a warm and friendly welcome so please come and give us a try!

Saturday 14th May / Saturday 21st May at 2.15 or Tuesday 24th May at 6.30.

“Come-and-Try” Croquet at Bodham Croquet Club, Playing Field, Bodham NR25 6QG. No charge. All equipment provided; please wear soft shoes.

Further info if required from Barry 01263 715878 Sunday 15th May. Little Vintage Lover Fair. Mannington Estate, Mannington.

NR11 7BB. 10.30-4pm, entry fee £4, early access from 9am £5. Over 40 stalls with something for every vintage lover from clothing and accessories to the curios and the eclectic ca1920s-1980s. Also, refreshments and live DJ and much more at this stunning location. littlevintageloverfair.com Thursday May 19th. Wildflower Walk, Spout Hills. Leader: Tony Leech. Meet 6.30pm by the pond. No charge. No booking.

Friday 20th May. Blakeney Village Hall Film Night. “Belfast" Starring Judy Dench. Doors open 6.30 – 7pm, £5 entrance, bar and refreshments served.

Saturday 21st May. Sharrington Village Hall.Table top sale 10.30am -2pm, head to the village hall for refreshments and maps to participating properties.

Saturday 21st May. CD and Record Fair at The Venue, Holt Community Centre, Kerridge Way, Holt, NR 25. 6DN on 10.00am - 3.00pm. Four avid music lovers from across North Norfolk are combining their eclectic music collections in a one- off sale of CDs, records, books, magazines, T shirts, art and memorabilia. Amongst the thousands of items of pop, rock, folk, blues, reggae, soul, blues, reggae, punk, heavy metal, prog and Americana, you will find rarities and collectibles as well as hundreds of cut- price bargains.

Entry is free. For more details email: rjyblacksmith@outlook.com Wednesday 25th May. St. Seraphim’s, Station Rd, Little Walsingham. NR22 6EB. Coffee Morning with Sow and Grow - 10.30am to 1pm. Sale of plants and seeds, books, bric-a-brac. Come and meet the Gardening Group for wellbeing in the Garden Room. Refreshments and cakes. For further information please call 01328 820610 or email saint.seraphims@gmail.com Friday 27th May. All Saints Church Gresham, at 7.00pm, Dr Simon Cotton is coming to give a talk titled, Building the Mediaeval Norfolk Church- the building and it’s furnishings. It’s free of charge as we’re being sponsored by the Heritage Lottery Fund and will include complimentary refreshments afterwards.

Saturday 28th May. Langham Bring & Buy Coffee Morning 10am-12noon NR25 7BX. This event will be held in the churchyard if the weather is fine or we could be inside the church or in the Village Hall, so keep a look out for posters and flags! There will be books, bric a brac, gifts cakes and a raffle plus refreshments. If anyone would like to bake a cake or bring along books, gifts, small bric-a-brac or a raffle prize, all will be gratefully received. If you would like to help on a stall, do get in touch. Proceeds are for Langham Church General Fund. We look forward to seeing you. Ann Sherriff 01328 830605.

Sunday 29th May. 12 - 5pm. Field Dalling Open Gardens. Tickets from Village Hall / Church £5, children free. Teas, art exhibition, vintage motorbikes.

Thursday 2nd June. In their series of Thursdays at Three the Friends of Cley Church are proud to present A Pageant of Two Queens: A special celebration of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in Words and Music at 3.00pm in Cley Church.

Free entry with refreshment afterwards (donations welcome to support this historic building).

Friday 3rd, Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th June. St. Seraphim’s, Station Rd, Little Walsingham. NR22 6EB. Jubilee Celebration with Railway Display, Open Garden and Refreshments in the Garden Room from 10am to 4pm. All Welcome. For further information please call 01328 820610 or email saint.seraphims@gmail.com Sat 4th & Sun 5th June. North Norfolk Creative Makers' Market 10am to 4pm.

The Church Room, Aldborough NR11 7AA. Textiles, photography, painting, prints, jewellery, resin, wood turning, handmade soaps & balms. Serving tea, coffee & fabulous homemade cakes.

Thursday 9th June. Friends of Cley Church Thursdays at Three: Clarinet Fiesta!

A clarinet and piano recital by Geraldine Allen (clarinet) and Brenda Blewett (piano). From the salons of Paris to the Sierra Nevada of Spain, music to make you sing and dance.

Thursday 16th June. Friends of Cley Church Thursdays at Three: A programme of unaccompanied tuneful vocal items performed by a small group of friends with contrasting instrumental music played by Wyatt Earp (flute) and Angela Dugdale (piano).

Saturday 25th June. St. Seraphim’s, Station Rd, Little Walsingham. NR22 6EB Annual Garden Party - 2pm to 4pm. With the Pilgrim Jazz Quartet, stalls, raffle, children’s games – Come and join in the fun!

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RNLI Wells legendary lifeboat coxswain, David J Cox BEM, dies aged 96

mechanic, were at sea for 11 hours 24 minutes that night, in violent storm conditions with very heavy swell and unbelievable seas, poor visibility and sub-zero temperatures.

During his time as Coxswain, he was also awarded a Vellum for the service to yacht Kiskadee in August 1964, a framed letter of thanks for the yacht, Kalin in September 1966, a Vellum service to the MFV Pilgrim in tow of the tug Superman in October 1973, a bronze medal for MFV Sarah-K in November 1982 and a framed letter of thanks for service to the tug Dockman in April 1983.

David retired from his service to the lifeboat at the age of sixty in 1986, having handed on his vast knowledge of the sea and seamanship to the volunteer crew members who had joined under him. Before he died, he recorded his memoirs, which have been a fountain of knowledge for the RNLI. Lifeboat Operations Manager, Chris Hardy, said ‘David was an inspiration as Coxswain to all lifeboatmen throughout the Institution, particularly for his courage and unwavering determination to saving lives at sea off our coastline. He actively continued that commitment throughout his retirement years and was a great ambassador for the RNLI, often recalling in great detail the difficult ‘shouts’ he had taken part in over the years, which totally captivated all those who were listening. David’s time served in Wells will never be forgotten and his longstanding contribution to the RNLI will live on in his memory - he was a legend!’

The RNLI station flag is being flown at half-mast in mourning for the renowned Wells lifeboat coxswain, David Cox, who died on Sunday 24 April.

During his long and distinguished service, he received 5 awards from the RNLI for courage, determination and excellent seamanship.

David was born in Wells-next-Sea in 1926 into a family of fishermen, a life which he inevitably followed. It took him on transatlantic cargo trips to America, fishing for whelks out of Wells harbour, and in time, becoming coxswain of the Wells lifeboat.

As a boy David would race to the beach when the launch maroons went off from the lifeboat house indicating danger at sea and help to launch the lifeboat. In 1945, at the age of 19, he volunteered as a member of the lifeboat crew, following in another family tradition. In 1960 David took over as Coxswain of the lifeboat from his uncle, William Cox. His most difficult rescue, for which he was awarded a prestigious silver medal, was on 15 February 1979 for his part in service to the Romanian cargo ship, Savinesti, with 29 people on board. The Romanian ship had engine failure eleven miles off the coast of Wells. The weather was so severe that neither the Sheringham nor Cromer lifeboats could reach the ship. The Wells 37ft open lifeboat, Ernest Tom Neathercoat, launched and David and his crew reached the vessel, despite the lifeboat’s radar freezing and poor visibility because of the snow. With the assistance of the Humber lifeboat, which escorted the Savinesti to safety, all lives on board the vessel were saved.

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North Norfolk Croquet

When Alice was having her adventures in Wonderland, she played croquet with the Red Queen. Flamingos acted as the mallets, hedgehogs as the balls (when they were not running away) and the hoops were provided by life size playing cards.

To my knowledge, no croquet like this is currently played in North Norfolk. However, we at Bodham Croquet Club are keen to uphold the sport in its somewhat more modern form.

This article hopes to encourage potential local players to come and join us - from Wells and Fakenham in the west to Cromer and North Walsham in the east. Two dates in May have been reserved for us to “meet and greet” you (see below).

Genealogist with more than 30 years’ experience would be pleased to help anyone interested in exploring his or her family history.

I offer assistance particularly in respect of genealogical research in the United Kingdom, Eire, the Isle of Man and Germany. Other territories considered. Reasonable charges.

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The alternative version is “Golf” croquet. Here there are no bonus shots – all players are on the lawn and each side plays alternate strokes trying to be the first to score the next hoop. Golf Croquet is interactive and social and a more accessible game than Association. At Bodham we provide opportunities for both Association and Golf versions.

Like play on the Golf course, Croquet can be played with handicaps.

Each of our association players – from relative beginners to more skilful players - has a handicap. This enables our matches to be played on roughly “equal” terms - whoever the opponent.

We suspect that there are numerous croquet sets in North Norfolk – some no doubt hidden away at the back of garden sheds, while others get used by families and friends on their back lawns on warm Sunday afternoons. Most families have their own “house” rules for their play.

Hopefully some of these players would like to develop their skills further.

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level). The traditional version (as no doubt Alice tried to play) is known as “Association” croquet.

Association croquet is a lot like snooker – a game entailing bonus shots which allow the player to build up “breaks” on the lawn (going through several hoops during the one visit to the lawn).

The opposition has to wait patiently until the break finishes.

Amongst the variation of rules, there are two fundamentally different versions of the game, each with its own set of “official” rules (defined at the ational/ international

Bodham Croquet Club has a good standard lawn in the corner of Bodham playing field, three miles east of Holt (NR25 6QG). The entrance to the playing fields is from the main road where there is ample parking.

Interested in playing with us? Then come and have a go – either on the afternoon (2:15pm) on Saturday May 14th or Saturday May 21st or in the early evening (6:30pm) on Tuesday May 24th. To find out more about these sessions, or to see us at any other time, ring either Harry (01263 588122) or Barry (01263 715878).

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SOUTHREPPS CHORALE IN CONCERT Directed by Stephen Richards with ensemble and soloists

TWO CONCERTS TO CELEBRATE R.N.L.I. COXSWAIN HENRY BLOGG

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If you wish, bring a picnic for the interval (Binham only). Drinks on sale

SATURDAY 2nd JULY 2022 7.30pm CROMER PARISH CHURCH Refreshments - Cromer Ladies’ Lifeboat Guild & supporters There is a collection at both concerts for R.N.L.I.

A specially-commissioned Cantata “The Bravest Man” Music composed by Douglas Coombes, Libretto by Paul Rosier “Fantasia On British Sea Songs”

by Henry Wood, and other pieces.

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Bothered by Mummy Tummy?

Now you have a safe and effective option to do something about it.

Colishall Cosmetic Clinic provides several effective options including a mini-tummy tuck.

What is a mini tummy tuck or mini-abdominoplasty procedure?

Mini tummy tuck is a procedure to address stubborn area of stretched, sagging skin and fat on your lower tummy. Pregnancy, aging and genetics are common culprits behind a belly pouch and unfortunately, diet and exercise are often ineffective in helping to get rid of it. If you are bothered by the appearance of your lower abdomen, a mini tummy tuck may help you get the results you want with a relatively short recovery. Mini-tummy tuck reduces sagging skin and fat from lower abdomen improving body contours and silhouette.

How is mini-tummy tuck different from a full tummy tuck?

Full tummy tuck is a major operation performed under general anaesthesia. It is suitable for patients after massive weight loss, patients with severe stretch marks all over their abdomen or in patients with

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significant muscle wall laxity or abdominal hernias. It requires a longer scar, wide undermining [which risks blood supply to the skin] hence liposuction is not carried out during this procedure. There is a scar around the belly button as it has to be moved. It is a major procedure that provides a tighter but not necessary slimmer appearance.

Mini tummy tuck is a good option in patients with skin excess in lower part of their belly. Mini tummy tuck is a less invasive option. This uses a relatively short incision in the same area of a C-section scar and avoids the incision around the belly button. This is often performed on women who have mild sagging or post-baby pouch, stretch marks from pregnancy, or C-section scarring. This procedure focuses only on the area below the belly button, not the entire abdomen.

We nearly always add liposuction to our tummy tucks to sculpt the body in 3 dimension. The technique known also as mini lipo-abdominoplasty with no undermining, makes it possible to safely combine liposculpture of the abdomen with lower abdomen skin tightening. Unlike traditional tummy tucks, this operation allows for more contouring of the abdomen. It gives a result that is both tight and shapely.

What are the advantages of a mini-abdominoplasty?

• Enhancing of the body shape and silhouette as a result of liposuction.

• Lower rate of complications.

• Easier surgery performances.

• Natural profiles.

What treatment alternatives are available?

Mesotherapy injections can help melt fat, a non-surgical, non-invasive solution is ultrasound and radiofrequency fat reduction. Laser liposuction may provide enough skin tightening to avoid need for skin removal in some patients. Co2 laser can be used to improve stretch marks

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Summer Crystal Groups

Summer Crystal Groups for kids and teens at Wells Community Hospital Get in touch now to book! 2½ hour sessions weekly throughout the summer.

£10 per session, £40 when booking a course of 5.

A chance for them to unwind and re-energise 5 Fun and nurturing sessions, run by teacher and therapist Ali Chapman For more information, email alisonmaryc@gmail.com or call 07933305145 you can find me at "Ali Chapman Wellbeing Groups" on facebook **Free drop in tasters ** Monday May 30th 10-2** in the Beehive Cafe, Wells Community Hospital

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Every Shot Counts!

Want to make new friends and have fun while mastering a new skill?

While the rest of the Club were busy on early season practice on the Green, four of our ladies had chosen to enter the first County Competition of the season – a Ladies Open Day Runners-up. (Left to Open Day at Thorpe Recreation Bowls Club right) Gillian Pilgrim, Kathleen in Norwich. Twelve teams, from various clubs, Cottington, Patricia Chaplow each played three short games of six ends each. and Joy Seago Our team won all their three, against King’s Lynn, Thorpe Rec “B” and Norfolk Bowling Club. Only two teams were undefeated – ourselves and Thorpe Rec “A”. We were duly awarded the runner up position with Thorpe Rec “A” winning by the narrowest of margins – by just one shot!

The last Wednesday of the month saw us welcoming a touring team from Newark. During a five-day visit to North Norfolk, they played four friendly matches against local clubs. Was it cold! Being the coldest day of a breezy low temperature week, piling on additional clothing was still hardly adequate to keep hands warm. But a good time was had by all – even by the Newark supporters. After the 18 ends Newark won three of the four rinks – but the overall result of these friendlies is decided by total shots won by each side. Newark still were the winners by – you’ve guessed it – one shot! Soon after this Chronicle is issued, those of you who live in Holt will have a leaflet through your letter box telling you about our Club. I hope you will find the details interesting.

The distribution is our effort not to miss anyone who wants to renew previous bowling experiences or who may want to try the sport.

The leaflet features an invitation for potential bowlers to come and meet us at 1.30 pm on Saturday 28th May - we would love to see you there!

Newark supporters brave the cold Barry Pilgrim

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 like to find out more or book a taster session contact Lyn on 01263 713898 or Tony on 01263 713119

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The Fun of Rowing with Blakeney Rowing Club

The rowing season has really picked up pace in recent weeks with many outings taking to the water. Even some of the early morning tides have proved popular.

The two skiffs – Hoi Larntan and Bluejacket – occupy pride of place in the dinghy park, looking resplendent and freshly painted in the club colours of blue and white. Thanks to Barrie Borwell for his time, expertise and workshop space during the period when the skiffs were being maintained. “Crabbers,” efficiently coordinated by Rob Dunster, were also on hand to work hard at ensuring that both skiffs will continue to be safe whilst looking great as they slice through the waves around Blakeney.

See the club website at crablakeney.wordpress.com to gain details of the club’s activities. The blog contains descriptions and photographs of many of the outings to Blakeney Point and to other areas of the harbour.

A programme of events is currently being organised. Club members will be able to choose whether to be involved in a range of competitions including the Hanse Rowing Festival in King’s Lynn on June 11th, the Canvey Island Race on July 2nd, the Morston Regatta on August 29th and the Thames Great River Race on 10th September. Then there is the race for The Carrow Cup in Norwich on December 3rd. There will also be the “Five Miles From Home” series at Blakeney which has been so prominent during the last two years. Away from competition, the informal rows will always be there to be enjoyed by everyone.

The club social gathering at The King’s Arms, Blakeney, on Saturday 23rd April was very much enjoyed by members. It was great to meet up for a chat and a meal in a very pleasant setting. Look at the club website to find out more about the range of activities available to club members.

Why not get in touch with the club to try skiff rowing for yourselves? There is no obligation to compete. The social rows provide exercise and fun. If you want to know more, contact club captain Humphrey at hborgnis@icloud.com to arrange a trial row. Beginners and returning rowers are always welcome to contact the club. Remember, you can keep up with the club’s activities on Instagram and on Facebook.

It’s going to be a great summer of rowing. Come and join the “Crabbers.”

Stay safe!

Barry Howes.

Bodham and Beckham Village Hall Film Club

Wednesday 25th May – 7.00pm: One of the best documentaries you’ll ever see. An incredible story brilliantly told “THE RESCUE” chronicles the dramatic 2018 rescue of 12 Thai boys and their soccer coach, trapped deep inside a flooded cave. 2021 (12) Wednesday 6th June – 7.00pm: BAFTA WINNER - Warms Your Heart “BELFAST” 2022 (12) starring Caitriona Balfe, Judi Dench, Jamie Dornan, Ciaran Hinds and introducing Jude Hill. A young boy and his working-class Belfast family experience the tumultuous late 1960s.

Wednesday 22nd June – 7.00pm: Based on Incredible True Events “SIX MINUTES TO MIDNIGHT” 2021 (12) starring Eddie Izzard, Carla Juri, James D’Arcy, David Schofield with Jim Broadbent and Jud Dench.

UK, Aug. 15, 1939: 17 days before WWII, an English teacher and his camera disappear from a coastal boarding school with 20 German teen girls. Miller gets the job six days later, secretly trying to find out what happened.

Bodham & Beckham Horticultural Show

(This year it really is going to take place so make a note in your diary:) Saturday 23rd July 2022 at Bodham & Beckham Village Hall Entries accepted on show day from 8.00 to 11.15am Open for viewing from 2.15 until 3.20pm An auction of any donated produce and handicrafts will follow at approximately 3.20pm Raffle and Refreshments The schedules will be delivered to Bodham and Beckham residents late May early June.

The Show is open to all so if anyone requires additional schedules for family or friends, who don't live in Bodham or Beckham please contact us on: Tel: 01263 588235, email: aprince@btconnect.com Shirley & Alan Prince

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FOOTBALL QUIZ TO TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF ‘THE BEAUTIFUL GAME’

Walking with Sheringham Ramblers

SATURDAY MAY 14th: 3.5 mile walk commencing from Upper Sheringham VH (donation car park) led by Jane & Mike - contact telephone no: 01263 824885 Please note: This is a SATURDAY “trial” walk to attract existing and possible new ramblers to sample one of our walks.

WEDNESDAY MAY 18th: 5 mile walk commencing from Common Farm, Sustead Road, Lower Gresham led by Brenda & Graham - contact telephone no: 01263 570084 WEDNESDAY JUNE 1st: 5.5 mile walk commencing from MACKEYS HILL free car park (Holt Country Park) led by Jasmine contact telephone no: 01263 588822 SUNDAY JUNE 5th: 5 mile walk commencing from Greenways, Stiffkey (NT free car parking) led by Dereck & Geoff contact telephone no: 01263 821300 WEDNESDAY JUNE 15th: 5 mile walk commencing from Blickling Hall Main CP (NT fees apply) led by Teresa & Charles contact telephone no: 01263 861633 All the above walks commence at 10.00 a.m. If you wish to bring a dog on the walk then please telephone the Walk leader beforehand.

AS ALWAYS, many thanks for doing this important task for the Group – it really does matter a great deal be assured.

Best wishes and regards Jane & Mike HOLMES (Sheringham Ramblers)

1. Who was the first player to win European Player of the Year three times? Pictured 2. Who plays at the Pirelli Stadium?

3. Who holds the record of 1005 English league appearances?

4. Which was the first club to win the League Cup and get relegated in the same season?

5. In which Spanish city are Espanyol based?

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8. Gareth Bale is the fourth Welshman to win the PFA Player of the Season award. Who were the other three?

9. For who did Shaka Hislop play in goal in a FA Cup final?

10. Who was the last English Manager to win the European Cup? Answers are upside down in this issue elsewhere - No cheating!

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East Coast Warriors Football Club

Members of the East Coast Warriors Football Club are delighted a campaign to fundraise for a new defibrillator at their pitch has finally paid off.

The lifesaving piece of equipment has been installed at Bodham Playing Field following several months of fundraising. Emma Gosling, club secretary, said: "We are extremely proud to have achieved our goal of raising funds to purchase a defibrillator. We feel this is a vital piece of equipment to have.

Along with donations from Bodham Playing Fields Committee, Cromer Youth FC and the support of our players’ families, we managed to source enough funds.”

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CHESS PROBLEMS by Dr Cedric Lytton

301. Isaak Birbrager, 1 Pr. Shakmaty v SSSR, 1950

302. Sam Loyd, Musical World, 1860

301. Mate in two moves

302. Mate in two moves

Solution to No. 301: 1.

Qa1, threat 2. Qxd4. 1… Kxb42.

Rb7; 1… Bxe4 2. Rc7; 1… Kd6 2. Rd7; 1… Be3 2.

Rf7; 1… Rd3 2. Rg7.

And of course, 1… Rxe7+ 2. Bxe7. Beautifully engineered Pelle theme; five discovered mates by the pinned white R, three by double check when the black Bc6 defends or the black K takes one of his flights (one given by the excellent Key), two more as shut-offs when one of two defensive pieces moves away.

No. 302 is one for the numerous local OTB players recently featured in this magazine and in several recent issues of Town & Country News, and indeed all local chess players. This time, for a change, solvers should phone me on 01263 824157 with just the Key-move and their name and address, and the first correct call wins a prize – if I don’t answer, voicemail is timed. So get cracking, it should be an easy solve from the diagram and minutes could decide the winner! email: info@holtchronicle.co.uk

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Salvation Army Grateful for Vital Funding

Salvation Army leaders who received funding from the Norfolk Community Foundation to help feed vulnerable people say it has made a huge difference.

Through participation with families directly, other agencies and schools supporting people across Norfolk, the voucher scheme has helped the church and charity develop relationships and build connections for a more joined up community. 12 branches in Norfolk were supported by the Norfolk Community Foundation through its Household Support Fund to purchase and distribute £50 food vouchers.

The Salvation Army also worked with other agencies who referred families to its Toys and Tins appeal at Christmas. The agencies distributed the vouchers to the families they work with. One agency, supporting young people moving into independent living, used the vouchers to teach budgeting skills through the process of buying staple foods, whilst another worked with a small group to shop and prepare meals together.

Not only did the vouchers assist struggling households with buying essentials, but they also led to The Salvation Amy connecting with people who would not normally use its services. The Salvation Army offers a range of assistance from employment and debt advice to participation in a range of well-being and social activities.

Carol McKean is community manager in Sheringham. She said vouchers were distributed to 150 households.

She added: “When we were told we had access to funding, we immediately identified lots of families experiencing hardship. People are paying more national insurance; fuel costs have gone up and food costs are spiralling.

People are worried and panicking.

“These vouchers made a huge difference to those households who are getting support and eased the strain for a short period of time. The families were hugely grateful.”

Carol said The Salvation Army in Sheringham worked closely with schools, other churches and local children’s services to identify vulnerable people and families.

She explained: “We all worked together to meet the needs of families who needed help the most. But any of us may need support as we go forward.”

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What can we learn from celebrities who died without making a will?

By Yasmin Knock, Solicitor, Hayes + Storr.

Celebrities often have professional advisors who look after their business affairs.

However, like many people, sometimes they do not get around to making a will. When you die without a will, predetermined laws of intestacy decide who should inherit your estate, and while these laws seek to deal with matters in a fair way, they do not consider modern family structures, family dynamics or personal wishes.

Prince’s lesson for philanthropists

Family feuds over who should inherit are harder to settle where there is no will, as the person’s wishes remain unknown. After Prince died, intestacy rules meant that all his assets passed to his siblings, leaving his five half-siblings without a share of his estate. Had Prince made a will, he might have chosen to make gifts to his half-siblings as well. He may also have chosen to leave legacies to the various charities he gave generously to throughout his lifetime, something which cannot be achieved without a will.

Stieg Larsson’s lesson for unmarried couples

Author Stieg Larsson, who famously wrote the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo series, died intestate. His vast wealth passed to his father under intestacy, leaving his long-term partner

with nothing. Unmarried couples are not entitled to each other’s estates, regardless of the seriousness or length of the relationship, so the only way to ensure your partner receives any of your assets is to leave them in a will.

Rik Mayall’s lesson in tax planning

Intestacy is often not the best approach when it comes to tax planning. When actor Rik Mayall died intestate, his wealth was subject to a substantial inheritance tax liability that might have been reduced has he planned his affairs during his lifetime. One of the most important ways to benefit from available tax savings is with a will.

Pablo Picasso’s lesson to save delay and costs

Without a valid will, a complex and extensive estate can be difficult to deal with, resulting in unnecessary delays and high costs. Whilst an average estate takes around one year to administer, when Pablo Picasso died without a will his estate reportedly took six years to settle and cost approximately $30 million.

Amy Winehouse’s lesson for entrepreneurs

intellectual property such as royalties from music. Amy Winehouse’s intestacy resulted in her £4 million estate being almost entirely depleted within two years of her death after her companies passed into the control of her parents. A will would have allowed her to appoint an appropriate person to manage the companies on behalf of her beneficiaries to ensure they remained viable assets.

How we can help

We can advise you on how best to pre-empt or manage potential conflicts and how your estate might be affected by various taxes. For further information, please contact Yasmin Knock in the wills and probate team on 01263 712835 or email yasmin.knock@ 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.

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