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Saucepan versus Soupmaker

A ‘Saucepan versus Soupmaker’ competition will be one of the highlights of an upcoming Soup and Pudding evening in Aylsham Town Hall on 23 April at 7.30pm.

Organised by Slow Food Aylsham, the event will invite guests to choose between soup made in the traditional way and soup made in a ‘new-fangled’ machine. Local chef Derrol Waller will be on A selection of delicious puddings made by Slow Food Aylsham members hand with his saucepan while will be served

Norfolk Community Learning Services

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Slow Food’s Jill Willis will tend the machine.

Enough soup will be produced for all guests to have a bowl full, together with roll and butter. A selection of dessert puddings will follow, made by Slow Food Aylsham members, and accompanied by a choice of custard or cream. This is certainly an event when the diet is best left at home!

Chair of Slow Food Aylsham, Mo Anderson-Dungar, says she is really looking forward to the event, which will mirror one held seven years ago. “Back in 2009,” she says, “Slow Food held a very similar event which attracted a large audience and saw our members come up with a fabulous selection of puddings. Since then, our Spring event has been a foodie quiz night but we decided to revisit the Soup and Puddings this year, with the added twist of the Saucepan versus Soupmaker competition. It should be a great fun evening and we hope all the family will come along.”

Tickets for the evening, which is supported by electrical retailer J B Postle, are just £7, available in Aylsham from Barnwells Newsagents, Carousel Chocolates or the Market Place fruit and veg stall.

Alternatively, phone the ticket line on 07519 361 812.

Learners will be supported by our staff at every step and we will work with other providers to ensure that where appropriate learners are able to progress readily and easily onto further programmes of study if they wish.

To open up the amount of opportunities available throughout Norfolk, we have a fantastic ‘taster session’ taking place on Tuesday 17 May, where anyone can come along and have a go at learning something new.

The session is completely FREE and the

opportunities available are languages, cookery, art and crafts, English and maths skills.

The ‘taster session’ will be taking place at Merchant’s Place 16 Church Street, Cromer NR27 9ES from 2pm to 5pm and there will be free refreshments available. Children are also welcome to attend as long as they are accompanied by an adult so come along and join in the fun!

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Fairtrade Fortnight in Wells

The Fairtrade Fortnight theme for 2016 was ‘Sit down for Breakfast: Stand up for Farmers’.Wells Deli provided samples of products made locally and Mrs Temple brought samples of her cheeses. The Big Breakfast was a huge success with over 50 people eating their way through a variety of breakfast cereals, porridge, toast and fruit compote, all washed down with delicious Fairtrade coffee and tea. The invited special guest was a tea farmer, Patrick, who talked about his work, producing tea in Kenya, and how, over the years, his community has been able to

Cromer & District Royal Antediluvian Order of the BuffaloesThe RAOB is one of the largest fraternal organisations in the United Kingdom. The Order was started in 1822, and is known as the Buffs to members.

On Tuesday 15 March at 7pm the Sitting Primo, Tony Wiles, of the Cromer & District RAOB presented the Dialysis Department at Cromer Hospital with a cheque for £3,500. In his speech Tony commented “when my wife Betty, found that she needed to go onto a dialysis machine in order to remove unwanted waste products from her blood, due to the kidneys being damaged or dysfunctional, I suddenly realised how important the Dyalisis Dept & the dialysis machines are. At a meeting of the Cromer & District Royal Antediluvian Order of the Buffaloes, I suggested that our charity for 2015/ 2016 should be to raise money for the Cromer Hospital, Dialysis

G.I.F.T.s Annual Talent Show

On Sunday 13 March there was a rapturous and joyous sound coming from a tiny corner of Cremer Street in Sheringham as Age Concern North Norfolk and the Good Intentions Fundraising Team (G.I.F.T) celebrated local talent. The Age Concern day centre was transformed into a mini theatre for the day as budding performing talent that spanned the generations came together to put on a show of song and dance. There was stunning vocalists, dance troupes, from the highly regarded Marlene’s School of Dance and a family of talented musical performers; they were the MSD Dancers, Pete Phillips, Brian Brown and the Volko Trio respectively, amongst others. They all contributed immensely to a wonderful and memorable atmosphere and morning of entertainment. It was all part of the annual G.I.F.T. Talent show where local performers have an opportunity to audition for other local shows throughout the year. Everyone at Age Concern North Norfolk and G.I.F.T. would like to thank every-

build a school and hospital as a result of being a partner in the Fair-trade organisation. As well as the 'Big Breakfast', Wells Action for Fairtrade organised a promotional stall in the Wells Coop showing the vast range of Fairtrade goods available in the store, from chocolate to cotton wool!Not to be outdone, Wells WI held a wonderfully delicious tea one afternoon which was well attended.Two members from the Wells Action for Fairtrade group went into the Primary School for assembly and told the children about the principles of Fairtrade. After an activity session, there were slides showing the Fairtrade logo and explaining the difference Fairtrade makes for the producers. The children were invited to talk with their families about choices that would make such a difference to another child's life.

Department. The end product of this meeting was, after much hard work by our members & friends, that we raised £3,500.

It is now my great pleasure on behalf of the Cromer & District RAOB, to hand over to you this cheque for £3,500.

Nursing Sister Janet Dickinson, received the cheque on behalf of the Dialysis Dept.

one who participated and supported the event as there were some truly amazing performances and we were all amazed at the incredibly high standard of entries. The Overall winners were The Volko Trio, comprising of Dad (Christopher) on the piano, Hector aged 10 on the vibraphone and Calypso aged 7 on the drums and they live in Holt. The father is originally from Paris.

Their jive performance of ‘Happy’ by Pharrell Williams on piano, drums and xylophone had everyone foot tapping and dancing in the aisles and also local singer Melanie Brown who is well known to many as the face behind the Fit Together walks. Organiser, Yvonne Tiffany, from G.I.F.T. said " I was very pleased with the high standard again this year, and think we have found something special with the talent from The Volko Trio" (they are on You Tube under The Volko Trio). The event is all part of a yearlong campaign to help raise funds for Age Concern North Norfolk, a small local charity, that was chosen by G.I.F.T. as a deserving charity to support throughout 2016 and all funds will go back into the charities much needed and well used services like day care on Cremer Street and the Befriending Scheme.

Dementia Information Awareness Morning Open pen to the public to be held at Halsey House Care Home on 18 May from 10.30am ² 12.30pm.

There will be various stands and professionals on hand to give friendly advice and guidance.

It shall be an informative morning and it would be great to see you here!

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Mystery supporter donates postcards from the past to Sheringham RNLI

Lifesavers at the RNLI in Sheringham were perplexed after a mystery person donated a collection of exquisite silk postcards dating back to the early 1900s.

The treasure trove of embroidered postcards – believed to have been handmade before the First World War – were left at the town’s RNLI shop, leaving lifeboat fundraisers delighted, if somewhat bemused.

Sheringham RNLI, said the gesture has left the lifeboat community scratching their heads. “I was upstairs in a meeting when our volunteer shop manager, Anne Little, came in with a carrier bag. It was only when the two of us reached inside and pulled out a handful of the postcards did we realise quite what they were.

The donor left no name or contact details, only a carrier bag containing more than 100 postcards of differing designs. They were handed to volunteers at the shop with instructions to auction them and donate the profits to the charity that saves lives at sea.

Embroidered silk postcards were a common souvenir of the First World War and were popular with British soldiers who often sent them home. They were seldom sent through the post because they were too fragile, and many bear no message or postal markings because they were usually sent with an accompanying letter.

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‘They are absolutely beautiful. The care and skill that went into making them is obvious – we felt like we were holding a real piece of British history. But we have no idea where they came from or who they belonged to.’

Production of embroidered silk postcards peaked during 1914-18 war, as the format proved especially popular with British soldiers. The hand-embroidery is thought to have been carried out in domestic houses as ‘out-work’ by civilians in France and Belgium, and in the UK by Belgian refugees.

Travel Back in Time

On the afternoon of 14 May between 3pm and 5pm, Sheringham and District Society will be hosting the following activities in the Fishermen’s Heritage Centre and Peter Coke Shell Gallery as part of the North Norfolk Stories Festival.

Fishermen’s Heritage Centre - the Hon. Charlotte Upcher will be on hand to talk about her reasons for commissioning Sheringham’s first lifeboat, the Augusta, in 1838 and Mrs Caroline Upcher (Charlotte’s daughter-in-law) will talk about the second lifeboat - the Henry Ramey Upcher, in service from 1894 to 1935. Visitors will hear about how the lifeboats were launched, the brave fishermen who manned them and their rescues.

See the historic Henry Ramey Upcher lifeboat, which saved over 200 lives, including one particular famous rescue, which made Sheringham headline news.

Peter Coke Shell Gallery - an 18th century sailor will be on hand in the Shell Gallery talking about Sailor Valentines. Come along and hear about whether sailors in the 1800’s spent their idle hours aboard their ships crafting Sailor Valentines out of small seashells for their loved ones or, whilst stopping off in the

ROYAL AIR FORCE BIRCHAM NEWTON HERITAGE CENTRE

Royal Air Force Bircham Newton has a proud history of 44 years of RAF service spanning two world wars and involving more than 80 operational flying units.

The RAF Bircham Newton Memorial Project, a registered charitable trust, has been established to commemorate the distinguished history of the station and to preserve it for future generations.

This was achieved by opening a Heritage Centre at Bircham Newton in 2005 containing historical photographs and other exhibits from its past history.

A memorial stone has been erected next to the museum to remember those who served at this former RAF airfield and a memorial stone has also been erected at its main satellite near Docking (Sunderland Farm). Although the major project

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The RNLI now plans to make enquiries with auction houses to see how much the postcards might be worth. A popular internet auction website shows similar items ranging from a few pence each up to around £30 for some items.

Anne Little, Sheringham RNLI shop manager, said ‘From the research I have done I understand postcards were often sent home by soldiers who, tragically, never returned from the war. In that sense the postcards were probably very precious to some individuals, which makes it all the more poignant that they were given to us. Obviously the owner wanted them to do some good and help to save lives at sea.

‘But be they worth pennies or pounds, the identity of the donor remains a mystery to us. We would like to express our thanks and gratitude to whoever donated them. Thank you so much for thinking of us and for giving us such a precious collection.’

West Indies, did they purchase a Valentine and pretend to their loved one they had made it! Members of the later Victorian Lady’s Shellcraft Guild will also be on hand to help children (and adults) create a large-scale ‘Sailor Valentine’ with real shells.

See the amazing and stunning realistic collection of over 100 shell artworks, as well as learning about how seashells were used to create delightful decorative objects to enhance Victorian homes.

Come and join us travelling back in time on West Cliff (by the Fishermen’s slope) in Sheringham on 14 May, 3pm to 5pm.

Entry is free.

objectives have now been accomplished, the work to maintain and enhance the Heritage Centre is ongoing, and it is opened to the public as often as possible.

Our patron is Sir Michael Oswald KCVO DSc MA .

The Centre is manned and run entirely by volunteers, many of whom are ex-servicemen or children of military personnel.

Bircham Newton is now the home of the National Construction College (East), although its military origins are still clear for all to see. NCC have given the project the ground floor of the Station Commander's House.

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Among the collection donated to Sheringham RNLI are postcards bearing Christmas greetings, a woman in traditional Portuguese dress, and a star made up of different Allied nations flags, which is dated 25 December 1916.

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Chocolate Profiteroles @ The Dales

For the choux pastry

• 200ml/7fl oz cold water

• 4 tsp caster sugar

• 85g/3oz unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing

• 115g/4oz plain flour

• pinch salt

• 3 medium eggs, beaten

For the cream filling

• 600ml/1 pint double cream

• 3 tsp icing sugar

• ½ tsp vanilla extract (or essence)

For the chocolate coating

• 200g/7oz dark chocolate, broken into pieces

Method

1 Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6.

2. For the choux pastry, place the water, sugar and butter into a large saucepan. Heat gently until the butter has melted.

3. Turn up the heat, then quickly pour in the flour and salt all in one go.

4. Remove from the heat and beat the mixture vigorously until a smooth

paste is formed. Once the mixture comes away from the side of the pan, transfer to a large bowl and leave to cool for 10-15 minutes.

5. Beat in the eggs, a little at a time, until the mixture is smooth and glossy and has a soft dropping consistency - you may not need it all.

6. Lightly grease a large baking sheet.

Using a piping bag and plain 1cm/½in nozzle, pipe the mixture into small balls in lines across the baking sheet.

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9. For the filling, lightly whip the cream with the icing sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.

When the profiteroles are cold, use a piping bag to pipe the cream into the profiteroles.

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North Norfolk Speakers Club

On Wednesday 16 March, North Norfolk Speakers Club held their annual International Speech and Evaluation Contests.

Contest Chair, Clive Willet, hosted a very enjoyable and successful evening, while Sue Eastman, Area Director, delivered a memorable Test Speech entitled ‘Turn Hate to Love’ for the Evaluation Contest.

The standard of speeches and evaluations was exceptionally high from all contestants. Paul Rosier, who stood out above the rest with his inspirational speech entitled ‘Just a Minute’

and with his excellent and perceptive speech evaluation, gained first place in both

Africa Week at Suffield Park Infant School Children at Suffield Park Infant School have been finding out about Africa.

contests - a very well deserved double win!

Paul will represent his club in both categories at the Area Contest, hosted

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In the three reception classes they have been learning about the animals they might encounter there.

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They had a visit from a local dance teacher who helped them make African rhythms and dances, as well as listening to African folk tales from a storyteller.

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Holt Festival Art Prize 2016 is open for entries! There is a cash prize and Sainsbury Centre exhibition for winner.

Holt Festival is delighted to announce that entry is now open for this year’s Holt Festival Art Prize.

The Holt Festival Art Prize is open to artists everywhere. In past years artists from all over the UK have submitted work. There is a cash prize of £1,500 and, in addition, the winning artwork will be exhibited at Norwich’s prestigious Sainsbury Centre for ViLast year’s winner Bruar Tidman sual Arts in the autumn. with his winning entry All types of original visual art are welcome, the only proviso is that the deadline for entries is midnight Sunday 26 June. Judges will select a shortlist of 20-30 which will be exhibited at the Auden Theatre, Holt from 23-31 July.

The winner will be announced at a private view on 24 July by Sir John Hurt, actor and Chancellor of Norwich University for the Arts. The exhibition is part of the Holt Festival Art Trail which also takes in many other galleries and exhibition spaces around the town.

Last year’s competition attracted an extremely high standard of entries. The winner of the prize and its attendant cheque for £1,500 was Norfolk artist Brüer Tidman’s acrylic on canvas portrait of his partner Beth Narborough.

The painting was unanimously selected from over 250 entries Entry forms can be downloaded from http://www.holtfestival.org/whats-on/arts-prize/ The 2016 Holt Festival runs from 23 – 31 July and is acknowledged as the leading new festival in north Norfolk. The charming Norfolk Georgian country town comes alive for an exuberant week of international music, drama, visual art, dance, comedy, cinema, children’s and workshops. It has just announced its first 12 highlights and the full programme will be revealed in May.

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Woodfordes Brewery has announced their support for this year’s Cromer Soapbox Derby, which being staged on Sunday 7 August, with the first cart away at 1pm.

Using the same venue as last year, along the A149 from East Coast Motors to Morrisons Petrol Station, this year’s course will have a steeper start ramp, higher jumps and a tighter chicane.

The Sporting Car Club of Norfolk will be providing the timing and scrutineering for the event and are planning to bring along a number of cars for a static display.

Woodfordes are inviting pubs from across the county to take up the challenge, with the winning pub and driver and second placed driver in the ‘Pub Class’ being presented with Woodfordes Ales.

Area rep, Julie Hawksworth, took control of last year’s winning entry from the White Horse in Cromer, saying “this is the first time I have been in control of a soapbox, although I have stood on one a few times”

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She continued “I am hoping for a new company car later this year and might suggest that this is the ideal vehicle, although I would need the occasional push when going uphill”.

The White Horse, Cromer took the prize for the fastest car in last year’s event and went on to sell their cart at a charity auction, raising funds for the Norfolk and Norwich Neonatal IT Unit (NICU).

They have already raised in excess of £17,000 and are well on their way to their target of £20,000.

White Horse owner Annie Kemp said “we are delighted with the support we have received and are very confident that we will soon reach our target”.

Mike Quenby, the new owner of last year’s winning cart, is planning to enter the cart in this year’s event and his grandson Owen is already in training. Asked if he could win the event he said “we have the best cart from 2015 so we must be in with a very good chance”.

Peter MacMillan, last year’s winning driver, is confident that their new design will be even faster and is

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looking forward to the day. He said “I can’t wait for the event and I am certain that we will be on the top step of the podium”.

He continued “We are already underway with the new design and are lucky to have the same designer as last year. Steven Harbour did a great job and we are very pleased with the work so far”.

Carnival Chairman Tony Shipp said “entries are already coming in and we have had interest from as far away as Northampton, so we are looking forward to a bigger entry than ever - and with Woodfordes agreeing to support our ‘Pub Class’, we are sure that there will be plenty of racing and keen competition”.

Entry forms regulations are available on the Cromer Carnival web site www.cromercarnival.co.uk Photo credit Dave ‘Hubba’ Roberts

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BERLIN TRIP FOR PASTON COLLEGE STUDENTS

On 10 March, 42 students from Paston Sixth Form College set off on a trip to Berlin.

The Arts and Technology Faculty organise trips to Berlin and Amsterdam on alternate years. The

students visited a number of galleries including The Hamburger Bahnhof where they saw works by Andy Warhol and Anselm Kiefer. They also visited the Sammlung Boros collection of contemporary art, which is housed in a World War II bunker.

Photography students visited the Tempelhof Airport and took some impressive images of a huge, abandoned complex of buildings. The students gained much from the trip and have sketchbooks full of drawings, photographs and research into artists, which is being used to support their studies back at College.

college. Taking students to galleries and providing them with opportunities to photograph and experience a culture different to their own is a big part of what we do. What I find encouraging is that a number of students re-visit the places we take them to independently. Some have taken up university exchanges with Berlin as part of their degree courses.”

Beth Adams, who studies Fine Art and is heading off to Lincoln University to study Illustration, said “Berlin was a great experience. You can immerse yourself in the galleries and culture. It has helped me to identify my place within contemporary art”.

Matt Phelps Faculty Leader for Art and Technology at Paston said “The students were a real credit to the

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Daniel attended an investment ceremony last month at the Aylsham Road TA Centre with his father Trevor and his partner Sophie Smith.

Wing Commander David Miller was there to witness the proud moment as well as Flight Lieutenant Rob Gardner, one time commanding officer of 2110 Sqn, who was also honoured with the Lord Lieutenant’s Certificate for Meritorious Service.

Representing the Wing in athletics, attending various camps, parades and fund raising activities. He was one of the cadets chosen to attend the ATC 75th Anniversary Parade at St Clement Danes Church in London this February.

As a well respected role model for younger cadets Cadet Warrant Officer Daniel is a vital Daniel Middleton asset to North Walsham Squadron and this achievement in his final year as a cadet is very well deserved.

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A Grove Miscellany

determined that these conditions should be improved. A woman with a real living faith from the upper crust of society.

A few reminiscences of 75 years at The Grove, by John Graveling.

Part 2 - THE GURNEYS, BARCLAYS AND BUXTONS.

Any discussion of The Grove cannot help but contain mention of the three important families that lived in and around Cromer for many years and which so much influenced the whole character of the town and were influential at The Grove. These families were the Barclays; the Gurneys, and the Buxtons. This short section is in no way a complete history of all they accomplished and much more can be read about them in such books as “The Northrepps Grandchildren” , “Thomas Fowell Buxton and the abolition of slavery”, and “Alfred Buxton of Abysinia and Congo”.

Briefly, Joseph Gurney who built much of The Grove, was the uncle of Elizabeth Gurney who lived at Northrepps Hall just 2 miles away. You may ask “who is Elizabeth Gurney?” If you look on the back of a £5 note you will see her – as Elizabeth Fry. An amazing women who married into the Fry family – famous for their sweets and chocolates. A woman who put her faith in Christ into action. She was appalled by the prison conditions in women’s Newgate prison and insisted in going into these awful places against all advice. She was told that women in there would kill her. But she was determined that these places should be reformed and would not let go until it was done.

She then went down to the ships which were transporting convicts to Australia. Again she was appalled by the conditions and

She was followed at Northrepps Hall

by Thomas Elizabeth Fry – a short facFowell Buxton. tual booklet It is well known that the slave trade was stopped mainly by the efforts of William Wilberforce. However it was Fowell Buxton who followed on from him and took on the mantle of abolishing slavery. This he did after many years of fighting to get a bill through parliament.

Thomas Fowell Buxton is also on the back of five pound notes – he is the tall man standing at the back. He was another person who put his Christian faith into practice in a very real way. He was buried in Overstrand.

These two are mentioned because Elizabeth Fry was the cousin of the Gurney children who lived at The Grove and she would almost certainly have spent time here.

Probably Thomas Fowell Buxton did also.

Above is a memorial to Elizabeth Fry a little below the Cromer Country Club which says that this is where she walked. I believe I would be right in saying that she used to preach the Gospel from this position.

While talking of these two may I also draw attention to Alfred Buxton who lived from time to time at Cliff House, just down the Overstrand Road from The Grove. Alfred was the son of Barclay Buxton a very talented man from Easnye in Essex who became a Christian at Cambridge in the mid 1800’s and wanted to take the gospel

Maytime Medley Exhibition at Thorpe Market Church

St Margaret’s Church, Thorpe Market, will once again be the venue for an exciting new exhibition of art and photographs, together with a range of unique handmade gifts including beautiful glass and pottery items, creative fabric crafts and greeting cards from Friday 29 April to Monday 2 May.

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somewhere where no one else had done so.

He went to Japan and during his life had a remarkable ministry there. Later in his life he travelled world wide in his preaching.

Alfred whilst still a young man met up with the elderly C T Thomas Fowell Studd ( who had been an Buxton – well worth reading England cricketer with W G Grace and played in the match which England lost against Australia when The Ashes came into being) and went to east Africa with him as a missionary.

After a while he separated from Studd and in 1939 made an incredible treck from Uganda right up to Abbysinia (now Ethiopia). He arrived there just as the Italians were invading and was able to help in rescuing the members of a mission compound from the invading army. There are books written about all these four people which make really interesting and inspiring reading. This short extract has been included just to show how remarkable and courageous they were in not only their faith but also their philanthropy.

We were visited in the late summer of 2009

by Richard Barclay who was in his mid eighties. He told us that one of his grandfathers, Robert Barclay had owned The Grove from 1897 to 1921. He had passed it on to his son Canon David Barclay and for a period it was let to Mrs Geoffrey Buxton. Prior to this in 1879 it was owned

by H Birkbeck. The other interesting point about Richard Barclay was that his other grandfather was C T Studd (mentioned above) and a distant grandfather was Thomas Fowell Buxton.

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As always, a wide selection of used books will be for sale, as well as tea, coffee and a selection of delicious cakes. Entrance is free and the artists will be on hand throughout the exhibition. There is ample parking opposite the church. Opening hours 11am - 4pm each day.

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Recently Asked Questions and Answers from the Clapham & Collinge Business Support team

By Philip Lumb, Consultant Solicitor in the Business Support Team

Q1 I created an app which did well over Christmas & made some money. Do I have to tell my employer?

This will largely depend upon what is contained in your employment contract and the circumstances in which the app was created. Many employment contracts contain provisions which mean that anything created in the employer's time (i.e. your working hours) will belong to the employer and not to you. If you created the app during working hours, and/or on work equipment, it could infer that the app does in fact belong to your employer, in which case you would need to notify them and account for any money made. There may also be clauses in your employment contract which restrict you from operating in competition with your employer. Depending on the wording of the restrictions, you may be in breach of your contract if your app competes with your employer's products and/or services.

Q2 I am looking at buying a Franchise in 2016. How could a Solicitor help me choose the right opportunity?

A Solicitor will meet with you to ascertain your objectives and what you are seeking from the opportunity. They will then help by reviewing the franchise agreement, explaining the terms of business and assessing whether it is a good fit for your objectives. They can also help by trying to negotiate better or more suitable terms of the agreement for you if you want them to do so.

There are many aspects to consider when buying a franchise, such as intellectual property rights and what licences and/or ownership you have in relation them.

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You will also need to give consideration to employment matters, such as having contracts of employment for any employees you may take on and policies and procedures for matters such as grievances and disciplinary issues. If you require a premises for your franchise, a solicitor can also help you with negotiating the terms of a lease and advise as to the title of the building too, for example by checking if there are any covenants which will prohibit you from carrying out the business activity.

Solicitors are usually unable to give financial advice so bear in mind you are also likely to want to speak to an independent financial adviser to discuss aspects arising from the accounts and to advise more generally on the financial opportunities different franchises may offer.

Whenever considering buying a franchise it is worth bearing in mind the British Franchise Association Code of Ethics, which governs the behaviour of franchise practitioners.

Q3 I see a lot about crowdfunding investments these days. Are they regulated under UK law like other investment vehicles?

Crowdfunding has become very popular recently as it helps entrepreneurs reach a large number of people who each invest a small amount in a new business to help it reach its funding objective. There are three forms of crowdfunding: donation (people give money to organisations whose activities they want to support), debt (money is lent to the organisation in return for interest payments and a repayment of the capital over a period of time) and equity (direct or indirect investment by buying products such as shares or debentures). The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) established industry regulation last year for debt-based and investment-based crowdfunding, but it is based on the type of product offered rather than the risk profile of the business that will benefit from the investment.

As these forms of crowdfunding are activities regulated by the FCA under the Financial Services and Markets Act (FSMA), you should make sure that only a person or firm authorised by the FCA advises you in relation to this.

Donation-based crowdfunding is not included in the regulation.

but our WI has!

At our March meeting, we celebrated our Golden Anniversary - 50 years - in style. Representatives from Norfolk Federation, our WI Advisor, and guests from other local WIs attended, and we were all entertained by the talented Rachel Duffield, who illustrated the 'Seven ages of women' in poetry, song and witty tales. Fifty beautifully decorated cup cakes with tea or coffee were then consumed with enthusiasm, as we all

looked forward to the next 50 years, hoping that they will be just as enjoyable and eventful as 1966-2016.

From Holland with Fun!

The pupils of Millfield Primary in North Walsham enjoyed an immersive ‘Dutch Afternoon’ last month.

The fun packed afternoon was led by Annalise Smit, Lennart de Yong, Lise Dammer, three students from Holland, who have been helping in the school since the beginning of the year. The students gave a short presentation on history, traditions, language and Dutch lifestyle to each class.

This provided the children with a broader understanding of their country and they discussed similarities and differences between the two. Every classroom was filled with children making 3D windmills, art activities, creating origami tulips and learning a game called Korf Ball (a version of netball) - this was a winner with all of the children.

The sentiment, which was echoed around the school by the children, was about how much they enjoyed the international days.

One pupil commented that it gave them a greater understanding about life around the world. The children have enjoyed many international days over the years and collaboration with schools abroad has given them a greater respect of how different and diverse some countries and cultures can be.

The school’s work with other schools abroad has seen them gain the prestigious British Council International School Award.

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Battle of the Clubs

A battle took place between representatives of three Norfolk clubs on 16 March. Wymondham Photographic Society and Brancaster Camera Club were entertained by, and did battle with, North Norfolk Photographic Society.

The 'umpire' was a well-known East Anglian Photo judge, Alan Sarsby, who says “I have been a keen photographer since my teenage years. I now have grey hair — you can do the arithmetic yourself”. He is a multi-talented man - as well as teaching photography, he also runs a business skills course, publishes books about business and is a member of two camera clubs.

The contest was in two parts. First, printed images were presented, eight from each club and then projected digital images – again eight each.

After the 24 prints had been judged (a quarter of them receiving 10 out of 10 marks) the Brancaster club were leading by half a mark from both the other clubs. This all changed after the projected images, when Wymondham did best and ended up overall winners by 143.5 over North Norfolk PS with 142 and Brancaster with 68.5. Again, six of the 24 got top marks - very high quality photography by all three clubs.

Meetings of the North Norfolk Photographic Society are held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays each month from 7.30pm in Holt Community Centre.

For further details please contact the club Secretary, Judith Wells at secretary.nnps@gmail.com or visit the club website at http://www.nnphotosoc.org/.

North Norfolk Photographic Society

Competitions are the meat and gravy for most camera clubs, and North Norfolk Photographic Society is no exception.

On 2 March Andy Wilson travelled up from Bungay to take time away from his day job as a Maths lecturer to judge the Society’s Third Print Competition.

As usual, there were three groups of competitors. Advanced members had a specified subject - ‘A Sporting Moment’ and those that entered a picture in this category were permitted to enter a second photograph in an ’Open’ group on any topic of their choice.

Seventeen members entered the Advanced sections. The winner in the ‘A Sporting Moment’ section was Paul Stearman whose shot ‘A Refreshing Second’ showed a rather hot looking boxer being ‘refreshed’ by a spray of presumably cold water administered by his ‘second‘.

The Open section was won by Liz Akers’ ‘On the River Stour’ - an atmospheric image that almost made you believe John Constable’s easel was set up on the

opposite bank!

The quality of entries in the 3rd group, the Novices, continues to show remarkable quality. Out of 14 pictures submitted by seven competitors, the winner was Jackie Ormandy. Her photograph ’Winter Fog’ at first seemed to be monochromatic, all whites, greys and blacks, but then you noticed some green in the grass showing through.

Meetings of the North Norfolk Photographic Society are held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays each month from 7.30 pm in Holt Community Centre.

For further details please contact the club Secretary, Judith Wells at secretary.nnps@gmail.com.

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The winter term at Animal Magic is almost at an end and we have a fun packed timetable of classes to look forward to during spring.

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Chocolate fondant desserts

By the time you read this our new Orangery will be open and bracing itself for a deluge of guests enjoying our rather wonderful Afternoon Teas, drinks before a lovely dinner and Pimms on the lawns throughout the summer. The new room will be a great addition to the Grove and we look forward to showing you around.

This chocolate fondant dessert is quickly becoming a firm favourite on the Spring à la carte and has the benefit of being completely gluten free too. It’s nice and indulgent for all of those who deserve a rich, chocolatey pudding – go on, treat yourself!

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1. Brush melted butter inside 2 dariole moulds.

Pop in the fridge and, after a while, remove and brush with melted butter again. Dust with cocoa, turning the moulds to ensure the moulds are well coated.

2. Melt the chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water. Stir gently to combine well into a dark silky liquid and set aside to cool a little.

in the fridge for up to 6 hours before cooking.

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Shakespeare in 400

Arts North Norfolk, has launched a competition to honour Shakespeare Day on 23 April, which marks his birthday and day he died, 400 years on.

Budding writers and thespians are invited to sum up a Shakespeare play in just 400 characters. The character count must include all letters and punctuation.

Joseph Ballard, director of Arts North Norfolk said “This is our way of being part of the international festivities that are celebrating Shakespeare’s work this year. Our competition is open all ages from primary school age to adults – I think it’s really important to involve young people in this project.

I wanted to encourage people to sum up a play which in turn strips the plays back to the story.

Theatre is about telling a story and Shakespeare did not write his plays just to be read in a classroom!”

Joseph, who has directed, acted in and also adapted some plays of Shakespeare is keen to welcome entries from enthusiasts and also those who may be knew to exploring Shakespeare’s work a bit further. It is thought that Shakespeare had written 38 plays in his lifetime, but without correct records or evidence, some of the plays may even be the work of somebody else. He is also encouraging schools and groups to take part, based on classroom activity.

Prizes include :

• Tickets to theatre shows and films at the Atrium Theatre (North Walsham) for the rest of the year.

• Tickets to see the Royal Shakespeare Company’s A Midsummer Nights Dream (on tour visiting Norwich).

• A meal for two at the Cockerel Restaurant (themed nights) in North Walsham.

• Shortlisted stories will be recorded and shared online and with the local media including radio.

Age categories are Primary school age, High school age, Young people 17-25 and Adults 25+.

You can enter the competition online at www.artsnorthnorfolk.org or submit your short story to their box office at No. 1 Market Place, North Walsham NR28 9BP. It is free to enter and the deadline for entries is 27 April and you can submit as many entries as you wish.

More event listings can be found at www.artsnorthnorfolk.org to book tickets for upcoming shows, call 01692 218060 or pop into No. 1 Market Place, North Walsham (open Wednesday to Saturday).

North Walsham’s First Easter Fayre and Family Show a Success

North Walsham Community Choir also performed some new songs at lunchtime, which was busy with families sharing a teddy bears’ picnic in the café.

The Easter weekend in North Walsham was about Easter eggs and of course - porridge!

Arts North Norfolk, the arts charity, presented its first Easter Fayre with 20 stalls that showcased the best of local food, drink, arts and crafts.

Over 1000 people attended the fayre and the two shows of Goldilocks and the Three Bears (morning and afternoon) were very busy, with the matinee performance selling out.

Anna Rumsby, who launched her new line of wooden family trees in frames at the fayre, said There has been a lovely atmosphere all day long and there’s also been a good variety of quality stalls and craftsmanship on display. It’s been very busy and the show has brought in lots of families to the fayre.”

Joseph Ballard, who runs Arts North Norfolk and also directed and starred in the show as Father Bear said “I’m very pleased with the great turn out we’ve had today. Lots of happy

families have seen our fun energetic show – there’s nothing better than a house full of young children really engaging with live performance. I would heartily like to thank all the stall holders, our theatre company and volunteers for all their hard work.”

More stage capers follow soon at the Atrium Theatre, on Saturday 23 April with A Night of Mystery with the Victorian Conjuror and also the final play of Rob John’s Norfolk trilogy, as Feast Theatre present Winter ’53 on Saturday 28 April.

More event listings can be found at www.artsnorthnorfolk.org to book tickets for upcoming shows, call 01692 218060 or pop into No. 1 Market Place, North Walsham (open Wednesday to Saturday).

The show was penned by Stile and Drewe, a well-known writing duo, who also created the new arrangements for the West End production of Mary Poppins. The show also starred Paige Miller, James Turner, Krissi Jae Kitson and 16 year old Connor Payne as Baby Bear. The bear costumes, which received great praise, were made by professional dressmaker, Teresa Butler.

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Theatre Suppers Step into the Spotlight

A community theatre is serving up extra helpings of pre-show suppers to help feed its coffers as well as its customers. Showgoers at Sheringham Little Theatre are savouring meals as well as stage and screen performances at the seaside venue.

Pre-show suppers have been added to the all-yearround programme at the charity-run community arts centre.

They are proving a big hit with audiences - and are helping raise valuable income to support the theatre’s arts activities.

Theatre director Debbie Thompson said the suppers were being extended to most evening performances this year after they were a huge success during last summer’s repertory drama season.

“The suppers were a big hit, and by the end of the season our 40 covers were sold out. “They add to the visitor experience, are good value for money and make it less stressful as people can get a meal before the show if they come straight from work,” she added.

come helps us offer events all year round for visitors and the local community.” said Mrs Thompson.

The addition of homemade hot lunches, made by cook Elaine Eckett, to the daytime menu had doubled food takings.Newcomer chef Norman Pottle will be creating the suppers, which start at 6pm or 6.30pm depending on the time of the evening event. He said menus would change according to the season from hearty pies and crumbles in winter to quiches and salads in summer.

Mr Pottle, 64, from Bodham, has more than 40 years’ experience in catering including seven in the Royal Navy cooking on board ships including the aircraft carrier HMS Eagle, as well as being a chef on offshore rigs and a Cromer residential home.

The keen theatregoer said he was looking forward to his new challenge.

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The two-course suppers cost £15.50, with after-dinner coffee and mints. Or there is a choice of a single course from the menu, which will include minute steak, seared fillet of salmon and a vegetable lasagne.

Dessert choices include banoffee pie, Eaton mess and apple pie.

Food also provided a valuable extra income stream supporting the theatre’s coffers during a time of cutbacks in grant funding. “Catering in-

The number of places available has been upped to 50 to cope with demand.

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THEATRE CAFE'S PLEA FOR HELPERS

It was a chance to do rewarding work and be to be part of a team at a vibrant community arts centre, she added.

"The money the coffee bar generates helps the theatre survive," said Mrs Thompson.

A busy community cafe, which feeds a theatre with vital funds, is putting out a plea for helpers.

The venue has a team of 86 volunteers doing a range of tasks. There is also a need for people to help run the evening bar in the 60-seat Hub training is provided.

The Hub at Sheringham Little Theatre is a key income stream that helps the venue stage drama, music, cinema and live screenings.

Its growing popularity however means it needs more volunteers to keep pace.

Theatre director Debbie Thompson said: "The Hub is increasingly busy and we are struggling to keep on top of clearing the tables.

"We are very flexible and would welcome anyone who can spare time from a couple of hours a month to four hours a week."

Music at the Muckleburgh Collection

Sir Michael Savory, owner of the Muckleburgh Military collection, and Jane Bussey, Musical Director of the Cromer and Sheringham Brass Band, discuss the music programmes for two forthcoming concerts at the Museum. These occasions are not new events. Sir Michael invited the band to appear twice last year and due to the popularity of the occasions has suggested the local band return in 2016 to perform on 1 May and 4 September at 2pm.

On these dates visitors can make a leisurely tour of the museum, admiring the huge collection of military memorabilia, learning

Anyone interested should contact Debbie Thompson on 01263 822117 email debbie@sheringhamlittletheatre.com or drop into the Hub for a chat. It is open from 9.30am to 4pm six days a week. Closed Sundays.

something of its history, and then, in the afternoon sit and listen to the music in the restaurant. Admission charges and opening times can be found on the Museum web site www.muckleburgh.co.uk but, for the price of a cup of tea and a piece of cake the band can be listened to for free.

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The North Norfolk Gardener ORCHIDS

fer. Water thoroughly about once every seven days in summer and about once every ten days in winter. Always water from the top and don’t let the pot stand in water. Do not overfeed, use a quarter strength solution of something like Tomorite if you do not wish to buy a specific orchid fertiliser.

was the perfect escape from the winter blues.

With the next Olympic Games being held in Brazil we will be seeing and hearing a lot about this country in the coming months. Most of us will not be lucky enough to travel to South America to enjoy the event first hand or to enjoy the spectacular noise, colour and smells; however, in March, a taste of Brazil came to London. The Princess of Wales Conservatory in Kew Gardens was filled with the exotic flora of the world’s undisputed capital of carnival as the annual Orchids Festival celebrated the incredibly rich biodiversity of the planet’s fifth largest country, Brazil.

This vast country is home to more than 37,000 plant species that grow in six distinct ecological areas. Over 18,000 of these plants are endemic to Brazil and grow nowhere else on earth.

The horticultural team at Kew created a stunning display of breath taking beauty that transported visitors to the tropics. There were orchids suspended from the ceiling and walk through arches bedecked with instantly recognisable equatorial favourites such as Phalaenopsis and Oncidium. Two towering ‘Rainforest Tree’ pillars showcased colourful Anthurium and Bromeliaceae while in the conservatory’s pond, dancing floral figures helped to capture the spirit of Carnival. On a cold and windy March afternoon it

GET INVOLVED WITH THE BIG SPRING BEACH CLEAN AT CROMER THIS YEAR

A shout is going out for helping hands to clean Cromer Beach on Sunday April 17.

The litter-pick has been organised by Surfers Against Sewage (SAS) and is part of their national series of clean-up events across the country.

Cllr Angie Fitch-Tillett, Cabinet Member for Coastal Management and Environmental Services said: “I would just like to encourage people to get involved and help keep north Norfolk’s beaches free of litter. Plastic bottle litter on UK beaches is up 43%, and animal autopsies on sperm whales beached on the German coast earlier this year showed their stomachs were full of plastic. Our litter is a threat to marine life and we must do our bit to try to reduce this.

“I’m delighted the district council has been able to support Surfers Against Sewage with litter grabbers and bags and I want to encourage as many people to come and make a difference to their local beach.”

The Cromer Beach Clean starts at 12.30pm on Sunday April 17, meeting outside the Lifeboat Café.

Bring you and your friends and wear clothes appropriate with the weather. All litter-picking equipment will be provided.

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It is of course very easy nowadays to buy orchids from a garden centre or supermarket to grow as houseplants.

Many people start with the Phalaenopsis orchid also known as the moth orchid, which comes in a variety of shapes, sizes and colours but all have the same growth habit, which is three to five or more flat fleshy leaves, with one or two flowering stems growing from between them, and each stem can hold from six to over a dozen beautiful blooms.

The thickness of the leaf of an orchid generally indicates the climate it needs - thick fleshy leaved orchids are warm growers from the tropics, whilst orchids with thin and more elongated leaves usually like it on the cooler side. The cymbidium is a good example of cool growing orchids.

Cool growing orchids will burn in full sun, and do best in a temperature range of 50 to 65 degrees. The cymbidium actually enjoys being outside for the summer, but make sure it cannot be eaten by pests or absolutely soaked in wet weather.

Where is the best place to keep an orchid? Well for warm growing Phalaenopsis, find a nice well lit window, ideally facing east or west, with some shade from the midday sun, perhaps provided by a net curtain. Make sure that the night temperature does not fall below 55 degrees or the plant will suf-

If looked after properly orchids will live and flower once or twice a year for many years to come.

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CHARLES CLARK CAR RALLY

The 22nd Charles Clark Car Rally takes place on Sunday 10 July.

It is open to all classic and vintage cars, as well as interesting modern sports cars. The rally starts at The Goat Inn in Skeyton near Coltishall and finishes, after 65 scenic miles, in the grounds of Norwich Cathedral. This is a rally run for local charities and this year our chosen charity is the Cromer based About with Friends.Entry is £25 and entry forms can be obtained from the organiser, Brian Monks at brian@burecottage.co.uk or phone 01263 587118. More information about the history of the rally can be found on the website at www.charlesclarkrally.co.uk

Easter Egg Hunt Time!

Fun was had by all at Swanton Abbott PreSchool during the annual Easter Egg Hunt. Fortunately, the weather was fine. The children were grouped into colour teams to find their matching coloured and numbered egg shaped card. The hunt began!

Running in between the trees, looking under the trim trail, which team would find all 11 egg cards and put them into the correct order! The Easter bunny must have been playing tricks that day because the yellow team could not find the yellow number 4 anywhere! All children received a golden chocolate Easter egg for their efforts.

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The need to review your Will in the light of the new Inheritance Tax Residential Nil Rate Band.

Written by Miranda Marshall – Director at Hayes + Storr

The new Inheritance Tax Residence Nil Rate Band (RNRB) has it roots back in 2007 when the Conservative opposition said that they were in favour of increasing the Nil Rate Band (NRB) to £1M.

Although newspaper headlines have suggested that the new RNRB has that effect, this is very far from correct. A few lucky people will in 2020/21 have a combination of nil rate bands that add up to £1M, but they will be very much in the minority.

Because the new RNRB is very closely targeted being tied to homes and only available to lineal descendants, it can work in an illogical and unfair fashion. The ordinary NRB is being frozen at £325,000 to pay for the RNRB, whereas otherwise it would have started to increase from the end of 2017/18.

The new RNRB has to be claimed by the deceased’s executors - it is not automatic.

‘Closely inherited’ also needs careful scrutiny. ‘Closely’ means that it must pass to a lineal descendent; or to a spouse or civil partner of a lineal descendent. ‘Children’ includes step-children, foster children and children who have been adopted by a third party. ‘Closely’ does not include co-habitees, dependent or vulnerable family members.

It is possible to vary a Will so as to become eligible for the RNRB.

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Debts charged on the residence are deducted, so only the net equity gets the RNRB. It might therefore beneficial to switch secured debts to other assets.

Above £2M the RNRB is withdrawn by £1 for every £2 in excess of £2M exemptions and reliefs are ignored.

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Big Society Fund – the results

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On the same day, Cllr FitzPatrick also attended the opening of Holt Pavilion, where a new kitchen, toilets, office and storage with disabled access plus new changing rooms for both players and officials have been created. The Big Society Fund contributed £10,000 in 2013 towards a six-figure target. And on 10 March, Cllr Angie Fitch-Tillett, Deputy Leader at North Norfolk District Council, officially launched the North Walsham Good Neighbour Scheme website at an event in No 1 Market Place, North Walsham, home of Arts North Norfolk. In September the scheme was awarded a Big Society Fund grant which enabled the creation of

High Sheriff joins Cromer RNLI Crew for a day

The outgoing High Sheriff of Norfolk joined Cromer RNLI crew on his last day of office.

Nicholas Pratt has enjoyed many experiences during his time in office, but rated joining the RNLI crew as being on ‘top of my list’ of experiences.

During his tour of the station, the High Sheriff was keen to learn about Cromer’s all weather boat ‘Lester’ and how it came to be donated to the station through legacies.

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Cllr FitzPatrick said “It’s always very satisfying to consider and agree grant funding applications for local groups doing such excellent work. “But it’s also incredibly rewarding on a whole other level to see those hard-working groups deliver the end result and view the physical delivery of plans created by the community, for the community.” NNDC's Big Society Fund offers grants of up to £15,000 to voluntary and community organisations based in North Norfolk. Since the fund started in 2012, over £1,171,208 has been awarded to more than 147 community projects. If you have an idea or a project that you wish to develop and apply for funding, you are encouraged to speak to your local councillor and get in touch with the Council (via Sonia Shuter tel. 01263 516173, email supporting.communities@north-norfolk.gov.uk) or visit www.northnorfolk.org/bigsocietyfund

professionalism of the crew. Watching the crew run through a practice session, he was joined by his wife and youngest son.

After the return to shore and returning the safety outfits, the High Sheriff addressed the entire crew, saying ‘thank you for your hospitality. It is always said you should leave the best to last and definitely the chance to be on the lifeboat is the best.

The RNLI is one of this country’s most supported, loved and cherished of the charities. As High Sheriff of Norfolk I am proud to be associated with this county and proud of the crew and your representation of the work of the RNLI’

Cromer and District Foodbank open new distribution centre in Aylsham Children’s Centre

The Cromer and District Foodbank is delighted to announce the opening of a new distribution centre in Aylsham Children’s Centre from 19 April.

The new distribution centre will operate every Tuesday afternoon for clients in financial crisis to access emergency food supplies.

Since it was founded in 2012, the Foodbank has built up a strong support network for local people in financial crisis, working with over 70 partner agencies to offer food and advice across 200 square miles of North Norfolk.

“We are extremely happy to be working with the Children’s Centre in Aylsham to provide an essential service to clients in financial crisis” says Ella King, Project Manager “we are working closely with other organisations in Aylsham to help provide easier access for clients within a caring supportive environment”.

Clients will need a voucher to access the service, if you would like information about where to get a voucher in Aylsham or you would like more information about how to become a voucher holder, please call Ella King on 07826 376343.

Norfolk Coast AONB Sustainable Development Fund now open for applications

Got a great local project that needs funding to get it started?

Help could be at hand with the Sustainable Development Fund (SDF), which is now open for applications. The Norfolk Coast Partnership, the managing body of the Norfolk Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty administer the fund, which is aimed at local community groups specifically for projects that improve life for the coast and its people.

The fund can offer from £200 - £5000 to help get your project off the ground.

Not sure if your project fits the bill, why not take the criteria checklist test?

The deadline for applications is Friday, 6 May 2016, it is advisable to get your application in early for comments.

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local community groups. There is a wealth of supportive documentation on line to help with your application. Take a look at the website www.norfolkcoastaonb.org.uk to find out more, see previously funded projects and take the checklist test.

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London Marathon for Amyloidosis

Duncan Ayers was born and bred in Sheringham (born West Runton), and says that when he left north Norfolk to go to the university of Surrey, he took the unusual decision for a 21 year old, of not partying the night away but instead to run a marathon and raise money for charity.‘I ran in 2001 and raised over £2000 for Sheringham lifeboat - my family have had ties to the lifeboat for generations, both the Ayers family have had crew members and the West’s history is entwined with the Sheringham station.

At the age of 31, I ran the London marathon again, that time raising money for the spinal injuries association, a charity that had helped my brother Simon Ayers, after he was paralysed from the waist down in an accident at work. This year I was lucky enough to get a ballot place so was able to pick another charity I really feel passionately about.

My marathon inspiration came from my father who ran the London marathon in 1988 aged 39. He supported me with advice and with cheers on the day from varying points on the route. This year’s race will be the first without that support.

Sadly, after a long battle, my father died 28 October 2014. He had been battling for years against Amyloidosis, a genetic hereditary disease that had killed his kidneys. Despite two operations and 1 kidney transplant, dad was finally beaten by the decease. St Peters church was jammed for his funeral. He was loved in the town and well respected. He was a great husband, father and amazing grandfather.

Trying to do something to help, I threw my name into the ballot for the next race I could get into and got the proverbial golden ticket. The charity I am running for is the UCL Amyloidosis research fund. They are not like the big charities and cannot buy places in the London marathon so using my ballot place means I am the

Hospice team take on London Marathon

On 24 April, nine Hospice supporters will be taking to the streets of London to participate in the Virgin London Marathon.

Over the past few months the team have been busy training in the cold, wind and rain in preparation for the famous 26.2mile race.

They have also been busy raising funds for the Hospice, which relies on the community to provide 90% of its income. Lucy Price, 30, and Emma Lockwood, 35, chose to organise a Valentines Ball to raise funds, whilst Steven Franklin, 38, and David Grimes, 47, opted to raise funds from local businesses who have kindly sponsored their running gear.

Dani Winteringham, 30, from Norwich is taking on three challenges this year for three charities The Norfolk Hospice London Marathon Team. Back from The London Marathon, left – Steven Franklin, Lucy Price, David Grimes, Emma Kilamanjaro and cycling Lockwood and Sam Turpin. Front from left - Dani Wintercross county coast to ingham, Sarah Partridge and Neil Wells. Not Pictured Lucoast. Alongside training cian Evans. for the three challenges, she has been busy organising quiz nights to raise funds.

Sam Turpin, 31, is taking on the Marathon and two other challenges in the space of 3 weeks to raise funds for the Hospice. The week after the London Marathon, he is running in the Grand East Anglian 10km run and the week after in the Rat Run at Burghley House.

Sarah Partridge, 59, who has run two marathons before, has been raising funds from her customers at her dry cleaning business whilst Neil Wells, 44, has been raising funds through Hunstanton Round Table.

Lucian Evans, 46, from London was due to run the London Marathon last year on behalf of The Norfolk Hospice but had to pull out due to injury. He has been raising sponsorship through friends and family.

Mark Shea, Commercial Director at The Norfolk Hospice, Tapping House said “They have all dedicated huge amounts of time to train for the marathon and also to raise funds for the Hospice. We are extremely grateful to them for all their efforts and wish them the best of luck on the day.”

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sole runner for the charity.

I have paid for my own running vest and set up a just giving page.

All the money raised goes directly to research to develop a cure for amyloidosis. To stop this disease would be a legacy dad would be proud of and whereas I am lucky not to have the gene, both my brothers have inherited it. I have been contacted by others who have lost loved ones to this disease and there is a real chance that it can be stopped.

Im 35 now (36 by race day),I still live in Sheringham and love to run here but I am a television cameraman so my training runs have been taking place while filming BBC’s One show, TFI Friday, TOTP and most recently I was running at 2000ft while working on The Jump in Austria, and seen running an odd lap at the Cheltenham Festival while working on the Channel 4 Racing.

Although I won’t have dad cheering me on while I run, the money raised may mean another family keeps there loved one and that thought will keep me running’.

If any of our readers would like to sponsor Duncan, his fundraising page is www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Duncan-Ayers or traditional sponsorship can be made by sending a cheque, made payable to UCL Development fund, to either Duncan at 22b The Avenue, Sheringham NR26 8DG, or Beth Jones at National Amyloidosis Centre, Division of Medicine, Royal Free Campus, University College London Medical School, Rowland Hill Street, London NW3 2PF referencing Duncan’s name - please do a gift aid declaration if possible.

Making a marathon effort

April… the time for Easter eggs, fools and marathon runners….possibly with some overlap!

Perhaps you’ve looked at a bedraggled runner on a wet and wild weekend morning and wondered what on earth they are doing? Well many of us at Coltishall Jaguars Running Club used to think the same – before we got the running bug!

This year at Coltishall Jaguars Running Club about a fifth of our members are training for a marathon, with many more committed to half-marathons.

But whether you are training for 2 miles – or 26.2 miles - at Coltishall Jaguars we understand it is the same process. Whatever your running goal, it requires the same amount of determination and motivation to put on your trainers and hi-vis vest when the wind and rain are driving and the temperatures are low, and that is where club running really helps.

Local businesswoman Emma Jordan from Buxton will be running her first marathon in Manchester. She says “For me as a runner, a marathon is the ultimate achievement. I used to run on my own and often pondered the notion on running a marathon but it wasn't until joining the Jags did it give me the inspiration and confidence to do so.

Whether your target is a full marathon, a half marathon, a 10k, or a 5k park run, at Coltishall Jaguars we know the sense of achievement at the end is the same whatever distance you’ve covered. We appreciate that challenging yourself is key. Whatever distance or goal you are setting yourself the benefits of running with a club are huge. Our runners support and encourage each other. If you know other people are out there making the effort to turn up and train it really helps you stay motivated and on track.

Our five qualified volunteer coaches devise routes and training efforts at various locations this side of Norwich. We cater for all abilities and there will always be someone to run with you.

Better still, the club provides more than an opportunity for just training and fitness.

There is usually the chance for a cup of tea after wards and a catch up.

So why not check us out? Take a look at our website at http://www.coltishalljaguars.co.uk, like us on Facebook, or call Mel on 01603 736717 for more information.

Or if you are already up for a challenge why not enter one or both of our 10k races this season? Taking place at the old RAF base at Badersfield they are guaranteed to be flat, fast and fun - and will provide a sense of achievement - at the finish!

The Mike Groves Run 10k Sunday 5 June: The Jolly Jaguars Race 10k Sunday 25 September More details and entry forms available at http://www.coltishalljaguars.co.uk COMING SOON: Do you want to progress from a 5k to a 10k race? For all abilities, Coltishall Jaguars RC is running a five week training course throughout May, leading up to the The Mike Groves Race 10k on Sunday 5 June. Keep an eye on the website or visit our Facebook Page for more details.

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