North Walsham Times 467

Issue 467 28th March 2015

Covering North Walsham, Aylsham and surrounding villages in association with the Cromer Times and Sheringham Independent

Local gymnasts from North Walsham Gymnastic Club achieve Gold, Silver and Bronze at the Norfolk County Grades Competition

On Sunday 1 March, sixteen girls between the ages of 7 and 14 from North Walsham Voluntary Gymnastic Club attended the Norfolk County Grades Competition at the UEA to compete for medals and a place in the Regional final at Ipswich in May.

The day was spilt into three sessions and the club managed to achieve 3 medals, gold at level 2, silver at level 5 and bronze at level 6. All the girls passed their grades, many with a distinction. Head coach Alexis Thurston said ‘this was a fantastic result for the club with some amazing scores and performances on the day, I am so proud of all the gymnasts who took part and they’re all stars in my eyes who train extremely hard all year and are ...Continued p4 dedicated to the sport.

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Local gymnasts from North Walsham Gymnastic Club Continued from front page...

Olivia Shingles, Layla Terry, Phoebe Kenny, Tilly Owen, Milly Beasley and Tia Tolbart have also earned a prestigious place in County Squad 2015’.

Alexis, along with the other dedicated coaches and committee members, are hoping to continue pushing the club forward in addition to providing more recreational, pre-school and adult classes. This is only achievable

if the club can expand by setting up their own premises, ideally in North Walsham to help support the rejuvenating of the town.

The club is currently based at the North Walsham Sports Centre and, being voluntary, are continually fundraising, therefore they are extremely grateful to Acorn Properties in North Walsham who have recently and very kindly donated money to help purchase new jackets for the club competitors.

Happisburgh Lifeboat Station Four year battle to get Happisburgh RNLI Souvenir shop up and running at Cart Gap.

Cart Gap Station. Since then the souvenir shop has been fitted out and stocked. Jacqui Robertson was subsequently appointed shop manager and has worked hard to get volunteers trained and ready for the souvenir shop’s opening on Saturday 21 March.

All are welcome to come and admire the Station’s new facilities and hopefully make a purchase. The souvenir shop is open daily 10am to 4pm. The shop stocks a varied and attractive range of souvenirs, Christmas cards and calendars and all the profit from sales go to the RNLI. Jacqui is still looking for volunteers to man the shop. If you have some time to spare and would

At the end of 2011 the shop at Town Gap closed for the last time before the planned demolition of the Town Gap Lifeboat Station, due to coastal erosion.

The souvenir shop was the highest earning small shop in the RNLI for many years bringing in £12,000 per year, which was all down to the hard work of our shop volunteers.

2012 saw the Town Gap Station demolished, and since then the Station has battled to get a new souvenir shop up and running again.

In December 2014 a shop was erected next to the

The souvenir shop is well and truly back and Jacqui is looking forward to getting the shop back to the highest earning small souvenir shop in the whole of the RNLI.

like to help and support the RNLI Lifeboat save lives at sea, full training will be provided. Please visit the shop at Cart Gap if you can help in any way.

One-stop recycling comes to Thorpe Market!

St. Margaret’s Church started recycling paper over 30 years ago, storing it in the old stable and manually loading it on to the lorry. This was before the days of Landfill Tax rebates and it had to be sold on the open market, sometimes for very a meagre return.

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The current Landfill Tax Rebate Scheme means that the church receives just over £50 for every tonne recycled, which represents a very important element in the survival strategy of our small village church, raising over £1,000 last year.

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In recent years, we’ve also been recycling glass, following the local council’s suggestion that we install a glass-recycling bank.

Now that the car park has been refurbished, and there are no more potholes and puddles to dodge, we thought it would be a good idea to add a clothing bank to our collection and we warmly invite you to recycle your unwanted clothing and textiles at our new Salvation Army Trading Company Ltd (SATCoL) clothing bank.

SATCoL operates more than 6,500 clothing banks and over 200 charity shops across the UK and all donations of clean and dry shoes (in pairs), clothing, handbags, belts, bed linens, and blankets will be gratefully received.

99% of everything that SATCoL collects is re-used or recycled, with up to 80% being re-worn. Each tonne of textiles that is not thrown away, prevents 3.6 tonnes of harmful CO2 emissions and reduces the amount of unnecessary waste sent to landfill.

Profit raised from donations also helps to fund The Salvation Army’s valuable work with people who are vulnerable and in need across the UK, including homelessness and addiction services, care for older people, help at emergency incidents, support for adult victims of human trafficking and a Family Tracing Service. Over the last five years alone SATCoL has presented over £39.5 million to The Salvation Army.

Tom Richardson, area representative for SATCoL, said “We’re delighted to be working with St Margaret’s Church to encourage re-use and recycling within the community. We hope that the new clothing bank will provide local residents with an easy way to donate their unwanted clothes; it will help us raise millions of pounds for the work of The Salvation Army and divert waste from landfill.”

To find out more about what happens to donated clothing and textiles, visit: www.salvationarmytrading.org To find out more about what happens at St Margaret’s Church Thorpe Market, visit: www.thorpemarket.org.uk

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Young people who are in care, experience huge change in their lives, can be very isolated and emotionally vulnerable. Volunteers act as adult role models and enable children to have someone who is outside of ‘the system’ in their life. Someone who is there just for them.

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support and encouragement and have lots of fun in the process! Volunteers get to take their young person out on trips and visits to places such as the beach, cinema and zoo or they often simply have a kick around in the park or sit and chat together over a coffee.

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Light Refreshments to follow All profits to Charity: adoptahive.co.uk & Church Restoration Fund Enquiries: Jennie C-K 01263 576691

North Norfolk is all set for an egg-citing Easter of fun activities For the best egg-citing Easter fun, North Norfolk is the place to be, with a bumper activity programme for all the family to enjoy during the Easter holiday period.

North Norfolk District Council has organised 50 sessions covering 29 different sports and activities for the whole family to enjoy across all three community sports centres in the district. Alongside this, there are also some special countryside events taking place at Holt Country Park, Sadler’s Wood, Bacton Woods and Pretty Corner Woods.

Councillor Glyn Williams, North Norfolk District Council’s Portfolio Holder for Leisure and Cultural Services, said: “We are confident that with a host of activities to choose from, there really is something for everyone to get involved with and enjoy this Easter. The programme has been developed to enable individuals from across the district to take part in a wide variety of recreational activities. Keep your eyes peeled for the Easter bunny, who will be hopping in to some of the activities to deliver some delicious treats.”

The activities will take place across the district from Monday 30 March to Thursday 9 April 2015. Among the events on offer are mix of traditional sports such as netball, trampolining along with more adventurous activities such as rifle shooting and KMX Go Kart Racing.

Programme guides have been distributed to schools in the district and are available from most council facilities. For further information including details on how to book or to receive a copy of the programme guide, contact Colin on 07917834960 for the sports activities or for the countryside events contact Annie on 07920576634. To download a copy please visit: www.northnorfolk.org/sports

Early booking is highly recommended for the sports activities as spaces are strictly limited and are selling out fast. However, no booking is required for the countryside events, just turn up with your family and friends!

Cantamus The Crucifixion

Cantamus invite one and all to join them on Good Friday, 3 April at 7pm in St Martins Church Overstrand NR27 0JL for Sir John Stainer’s ‘The Crucifixion’. Admission is free.

If you have been thinking about joining the Cantamus, or would like to sing ‘The Crucifixion, come to a pre-concert rehearsal at 3.30pm on 3 April in St Martin Church, Overstrand. No audition required – Just turn up and sing!

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North Norfolk Chorale : Wed 7.30 – 9.30 pm at Methodist Church, Grammar School Road, North Walsham for part singing – all voices welcome. Contact: Rosemary Jackson 01603 279541 – email : rosemary.a.jackson@gmail.com.

Nth Walsham Hockey Club – based at the artificial pitch at Cromer Sports Centre. Training – Women & Men Mon 7.30-9.00, Under 15s/U13s Mon 6.30-7.30. Under 11s Fri 5-6 at North Walsham Sports Hall. For info ring Jo Todd (01692) 404440 and Chris Wilde (01263) 721120. www.northwalshamhockey.co.uk Chess Club North Walsham. All ages and abilities welcome. Tel: Geoff 01692 404649 Arthritis Care meet in Community Centre on 3rd Thurs of every month at 2.30pm. Everybody always welcome.

Nth Walsham Young Farmers Club meets Tue 7.30pm at Rossi’s Sports Centre. Contact 01603 731307 North Walsham Opera Appreciation Club meets monthly at The Atrium, Spenser Avenue, North Walsham.

Annual membership £15, meetings £4 and visitors £5.

Further information please telephone Secretary Rosemary Ashton 01692 535699 Diabetes UK North Norfolk Voluntary Group meets on the fourth Thursday of each month (except December) at Cromer Methodist Church Hall at 7.30pm. Varied programme of speakers - meetings open to everyone.

Further info contact Jackie or David on 01692 405492.

Royal British Legion North Walsham Branch meetings in the Community Centre at 12.30pm with lunch provided on 4 March, 3 June, 2 Sept, 4 Nov and 2 December. Carers, spouses or partners are invited to attend. Please bring raffle prize to help offset the cost of lunch. 01692 406501 Cash Bingo every Sun at 7.30pm and Whist Drives every Tue, Wed & Fri 1.45pm at Mundesley Bowls Club, Pavilion, Northfields, High St, Mundesley. All welcome.

North Walsham Market Cross W.I. meet every second Wed of month at St. Nicholas Room. New start time 7.30pm North Walsham & District WI meet every first Tues of the month, 2pm, Community Centre. Visitors welcome.

New Life Church meet at N Walsham Community Centre at 10.30am, please feel very free to join us! More details at www.newlifenorthwalsham.com or call 01692 406050 North Walsham & District Historical Society meet on the first Thursday of each month at 7 30pm in the St Benet’s Hall. Speakers talk on a variety of historic topics, generally of local interest. Visitors are always welcome The Salvation Army, Hall Lane, North Walsham 01692 403955. Sun Worship: 10am and 4pm. Army Bear Club (Parent & Toddlers) Mon (Term-Time) 9.30am to 11am.

Luncheon Club Mon 12.30pm. Friendship Club Mon 1.45pm. Coffee Morning Thurs 9.30am to 11.30am. Afternoon Craft Club. Thurs 2pm to 4pm (every two weeks).

Please see window, or visit www.northwalshamsa.org for details. Follow us on Twitter @NorthWalshamSA. Major Richard Durrant Telephone 01692 652263 Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Charity (SANDS) support meeting for parents/families. 3rd Thursday every month 7.30pm at the Friendship Hall in Aylsham. Check website for further info www.norfolksands.org.uk North Walsham Spiritualist Centre 6.30pm - 8pm every Sunday in the St John's Ambulance Hall, Bacton Road, North Walsham. All welcome.

North Walsham & District LIons Club Bingo every Wednesday in the Community Centre, New Road, North Walsham. Eyes Down 8pm sharp. Contact Elize Wheeler 01692 404254 North Walsham & District Horticultural Society ‘Gardeners Club’ 3rd Thurs each month in Jubilee Room, NW Com Centre 7.30pm. Mrs M Marjoram 01692 402808 North Norfolk Speaker's Club alt Weds at North Walsham High School 7pm - 9.15pm. Open to all ages.

Guests welcome. Lynne Goddard 01692 402662.

North Walsham & District Lions Club meet at the Community Centre, New Road, North Walsham every first Monday of the month, at 7.30pm. For further information please contact Elize Wheeler 01692 404254 W.E.A Tuesdays at North Walsham Community Centre 10-11.45am. Contact Eric Craker on 01692 405651.

North Norfolk Social Centre for the Blind 1st Thursday of every month (except January) in the Main Hall of North Walsham Community Centre 2pm to 4pm. Entertainment plus tea and cakes. Transport can be arranged.

For further info tel: Jean Stockdale on 01692 402562.

Mundesley Community Choir meet Tuesday at 7.30pm at Mundesley Methodist Church, Cromer Road, Mundesley. New members always welcome - male and female. Further details: Janet on 01263 722022’ Cornerstone Church - Meeting in the main hall of Millfield School, Recreation Road, North Walsham, every Sunday at 10.30am. - a warm welcome to all.

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aged 10-16 meet fortnightly on Thur 7 - 8.30pm at North Walsham Youth Centre. Contact 01603 731307 North Walsham Congregational Church, Cromer Road, every Sunday at 10.30am Morning Worship, Holy Communion on 1st Sunday of month, coffee after all services.

Monday – Welcome Fellowship at 2.30pm, Sept to May followed by tea and chat. All Welcome Girlguiding - Rainbows Tues evenings. Brownies (4 Packs) Mon/Tue/Wed/Thur evenings. Guides (2 Patrols) Tue/Wed evenings. Rangers Tue evening.

For more information tel: 01692 405828 evenings only or 01692 406644 evenings only.

U3A (University of the Third Age) Nth Walsham 1st Fri of month 2.30pm Roman Catholic Church Hall on Kings Loke Rd Nth Walsham. Members admission is free.

Non-members welcome to attend, entrance fee £2.

Details from Membership Secretary Marilyn Nevill 01263 721570 See U3A website at www.u3a.org.uk Voyager is a community group for adults meets in the St. Nicholas Room North Walsham, every Wednesday.

The day is in 3 parts, 10am – 12noon for informal activities and refreshments. 2 course lunch at 12 (book by 11.45am), afternoon session begins at 2pm with different activities . Contact Linda 07541 795133 North Walsham Judo Club North Walsham Judo Club meet on a Tuesday from 7pm to 9pm and on a Friday 6.30pm to 7.30pm under 8 years and beginners, 7.30pm to 8.30pm Juniors with Yellow Tabs and above and 8.30pm to 9.30pm High Juniors and Seniors. New members welcome. Tel: (01263) 579345 for details St Nicholas Mothers' Union meets every second Tuesday of month at 2.30pm in the St Nicholas Room for Faith, Fellowship and Fun. A warm welcome awaits.

For further information tel: 01692 406566 Tenpin Bowling Trios League 7pm every Monday at Strikers North Walsham. New teams of any standard welcome. Call Dave on 01692 403742 for details Pram Service Meeting in St Nicholas Church North Walsham 2nd Thursday of each month 2pm. Songs, activities, stories & refreshments. All under 5s welcome.

Contact 01692 402506 for details.

Tea Cakes, join us for tea, cake and chat on the first Thursday of the month from 2 - 4.pm in St Nicholas Room, behind the church Brite Sprites baby and toddler group at the Congregational Church Hall, Cromer Rd, N Walsham on Tuesdays 9.30 till 11.30am (£1.50 per adult & child - 50p for extra siblings).

Bridge Club at the Community Centre, North Walsham Mondays 6.45pm. Tel 01263 722290 North Walsham & District Childminding Group meet at Kingfisher Kids Club from 9.30 - 11.30. Drop in Session.

All Childminders welcome. Call 07796638020 for details Yoga for Pregnancy Group. Fridays 11am – 12.30pm in the Roman Catholic Church Hall, North Walsham. More details from 01692 407537 Quakers. Friends Meeting House, Mundesley Road, near Swafield. Meeting for worship Sundays 10.30am.

Millfield Pre-School offers All-Day and Sessional Care (am or pm), Mon-Fri 08.30 - 3.30 (term time). From 2.5 years old. Funding for 3 & 4 year olds. Childcare Vouchers accepted. Ofsted Registered. Qualified Staff. For more information call Rachel or Jane on 01692 406378 North Walsham Air Training Corps - Monday and Thursday evenings 19.00 - 21.30 Manor Road Junior School, North Walsham. Open to girls and boys aged 13 - 18. For further information contact 01692 503033 (parade nights only Mon & Thurs) North Walsham New Road Bowls & Snooker Club.

New members welcome. Bowls season starts in April.

Snooker played all year round. Membership Sec Mrs P Oakley 01692 405641 and Mr R Ullman 01692 630997.

The Rotary Club of North Walsham meets every Monday at The Scarborough Hill Hotel, Old Yarmouth Road, North Walsham, NR28 9NA . Further info from Secretary Richard Walker on 01263 722401. Please note we are a dual gender club AgeUK drop in sessions, North Walsham Library 10 am -12 noon every 4th Thursday of the month Royal Air Forces Association North Walsham Branch meet at The Bluebell Public House, Bacton Road, North Walsham on the first Tuesday of every month 7.30pm Baby & Toddler groups at Kingfisher Kids Club The sessions are play based with the opportunity to get together, have a coffee and chat with other mums, dads and carers. Mon - Story Cafe – 9am – 10.30am £1.50/child. Wed - Music Group – 9am – 10am £1/child.

Fri - Baby & Toddler group – 9am – 11.30am £2.50/family.

Drop in basis - Term time only - first session FREE Inner Wheel Club of North Walsham meets at 7.30pm on the 2nd Monday of each month. A sociable club, mainly involved in raising money for charities, many of them local. Please telephone 01692 407317.

Parkinson UK, Aylsham & North Walsham Support Group.

Meet second Tues each month 10.30-12.30 at the Sacred Heart Church Hall, Kings Arms St, North Walsham.

Contact Terry 01692 406486 Dance for Fun Dance For Fun at Smallburgh Village Hall.

Children's fun dance classes incl ballet, tap, disco and gymnastic dance. Wed 6pm to 8pm. For children 5 and over. Just £12 a month. Call Maria or Tracy evenings on 01692 590787 or just come along The Regal Fight Club Martial Arts Studio, MMa classes Mon, Wed Thurs and MMa striking Friday, all 6pm till 8pm, Call 07876 198898 Pilgrim Shelter, Trimingham Whist Drive every Thursday 1.45pm- 4pm £1.50 per head to include cup of tea & raffle Worstead Toddlers meet Fridays in term time 10am-12.

Queen Elizabeth Village Hall, Ruin Rd,Worstead. £2/family plus 50p for each additional mobile child. First visit free.

T’ai Chi Tuesdays 2pm – 3.15pm. Roman Catholic Church Rooms, North Walsham. Newcomers welcome Whist Drive Tues & Fri at 7.45 East Ruston Village Hall Sandcastles Pre-School (Bacton Primary School). Sessional care for children aged 2-4 years. Open Monday 9am-3pm, Wednesday 9am-3pm, Thursday and Friday 9am-12pm. Please contact us for further details on 07796825983 or visit www.sandcastlespreschool.co.uk ‘Walsham Writers' Group small, friendly group of writers.

Meet every 2nd Thurs to share our writing, inspire one another and offer constructive criticism. If you would like to try us out please contact us for further details – either Google Walsham Writers' Group and email us or visit our blog writeloudnclear.blogspot.com Multisports Bacton -Tues Bacton Sports Field. Holt Wed Primary School Playing Field. Mundesley -Thur Mundesley Junior School. North Walsham - Mon Manor Rd Junior School. We stop at the end of School Term.

5.45pm (for registration) finish 7.30pm. Parents welcome no running required! We can organise CRB checks, if you do not already have a certificate. £1.50 per week, with a maximum of £3 per family. Pre-booking is not necessary.

Parents have to sign consent forms before children start.

St John Ambulance Divisional and Norfolk County Museum, Preference Place, off Bacton Road, N Walsham NR28 9RF. Open each Thursday from beginning of May until end of October, from 10am to 2pm. Do come and explore our fascinating history of service to the public.

Fledgeling Music classes - friendly, dynamic, energetic and fun. A unique experience your child will love! Who for?

Children aged 4 months to 4 years. FREE taster class, members pay only £4, younger siblings £2 babies of older siblings FREE. Paid half termly. www.fledgelingmusic.co.uk, Contact Lorna 07500 221121 or info@fledgelingmusic.co.uk North Walsham and District Community Archive meets at North Walsham Library. Please contact the library on 01692 402482 for dates of meetings.

Sheringham Stroke Support Group for anyone who has suffered a stroke. Meets fortnightly Wednesdays 2.15pm 4pm at Sheringham Methodist Church on Cromer Road.

Further information Harvey Pitcher 01263 512328’ North Norfolk Speakers Club meets every other Wed, 7pm at North Walsham High School. Dates and further info visit www.nnsc.co.uk or contact Gillian 01692 650250 North Walsham Cage Bird Club held on 3rd Tuesday of the month at 8pm at Felmingham Village Hall. Everyone welcome. Further info contact Sandra on 01692 404750 Music in Motion at Victory Swim and Fitness N.Walsham Mon at 10am and Tue at 9.30am and 10.30am (half price swim) and at Elephant Playbarn, Knapton Wed 10am and 11am Wednesday morning (half price play). Courses start from £3/session and are booked in blocks of 6 and 12 weeks.07946862095 for details Bittern DX Group – Local amateur radio group currently holding our meetings at the Erpingham Arms on the last Thursday of the month (not The Roman Camp at Aylmerton) with regular field events throughout the year, find out about us on our Website www.bdxg.org.uk or Email info@bittern-dxers.org.uk St. Benet's Trefoil Guild (Guiding for Adults) meet at Guide H.Q. 4th Monday of the month 2pm Contact Ann Russell 01692 405295 for details Ruby's Prize Bingo – on the first Saturday of each month at 7.30pm at Lower Southrepps Social Club Sheringham Singers Tuesdays 2-4pm Friends Meeting House, Cremer St. New singers always welcomed to this friendly ladies choir. Details: Ro Curtis 01263 768126 North Walsham Belly Dancer meets Monday evenings at North Walsham Catholic Church Hall. Please telephone Sharon for details on 07538 181409 or e-mail northwalshamdance@googlemail.com Martial Arts Judo - Tue nights - well established and friendly club. Millfield Primary School, N Walsham, Hazel 01263 579345 Junior Tennis Coaching - 9am in the Sports Hall at the High School. All equipment is supplied and all children are welcome. Colin 01692 501172 or 07774 810214 CONTINUED ON PAGE 8...

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News from the White Horse Overstrand with Head Chef Nathan Boon

With Easter just a week or so away we are expecting a busy time and are looking forward to serving some of the many visitors to Overstrand who return to the village each year for the Easter break. We are busy planning our summer menus at present and thinking ahead to our ‘Strictly Norfolk Week’ and ‘Beer Festivals’ both of which are scheduled for later in the year. In the meantime we are still offering our great value traditional Sunday

Nathan’s Recipe For Chocolate Chip Cookies

Roast and are for a little while longer continuing with our Wednesday ‘Speciality Food Night’s including Italian, Steak and Fish. Don’t forget that we have five Real Ales and a selection of Lagers and a great wine list to compliment our food. Plus a range of coffee and teas and soft drinks which now the weather is getting a little warmer can be enjoyed in our garden. Come and see us soon and buy a ticket on your great Easter Draw with Easter Eggs and Soft Toys to be won. Have a good Easter and we hope to see you at the White Horse very soon.

Full details can be found on our web site www.whitehorseoverstrand.co.uk

Ingredients

16oz Good quality Chocolate - 2oz Salted Butter - 12oz Granulated Sugar 4 Large Eggs - 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract or Essence - 2oz Cake Flour Pinch of Salt - 14oz Chocolate Chips - 4oz Pecan Nuts Chopped and Toasted

Method

Melt the 16oz of chocolate and set aside. With an electric mixer combine the sugar and butter, add the eggs then add the Vanilla, salt and flour. With mixer still working the mix, drizzle in the melted chocolate and add chocolate chips and pecan nuts. Line a flat baking tray with baking parchment. Heat oven to 180c then with an ice cream scoop or two tablespoons scoop the dough about 8cm (1 scoop per cookie) place on the tray and bake for 10-12 minutes. This mix is very versatile so why not try white chocolate and almond or milk chocolate and pistachio.

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Lucy’s Handpicked Home

Friendly local family service Lyngate Industrial Estate 10 Douglas Bader Close, North Walsham

Lucy’s new home interiors and gift shop opening is at Alby Crafts and Gardens located on the A140 between Alysham and Cromer. It is a shop with a difference. The shop is divided into ‘rooms’ creating a real home setting, and an inspirational backdrop for the handpicked items. The shop is an eclectic mix of old and new furniture, home furnishings and those special gifts.

The shop Grand Opening is on 28 March, there will be 20% off everything, free face painting for children and demonstrations by local artists including Keith Nash and Bob Payne.

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Lucy developed the concept for the shop after managing several house renovations. She felt there was a real opening for a home interiors and gift shop focusing on selecting items that are a bit different. The ideal space became available at Alby Crafts and Gardens offering not only the space, but a real atmosphere alongside skilled crafts people, interesting shops and a fantastic Tearoom. Lucy’s Handpicked Home centres round the idea of finding individual items and displaying them in an inspirational environment. The shop will have an extensive collection of products from furniture, cushions, china and candles to children’s toys, pyjamas and accessories. The products for the shop are British and handmade where possible and always from fair trade companies.

Tel/fax: 01692 409008

Saturday Family Advice Mornings (available by appointment only) The Point, 1 Augusta Street, Sheringham NR26 8LA If you’re thinking of separating, have a dispute with your ‘‘ex’’ over your children, or just want some family legal advice why not come along to one of our free family advice mornings for a chat? It’s the ideal opportunity to meet our specialist family law solicitors to talk through your situation and find out how we can help.

To book an appointment, please contact Neale Grearson on:

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WHAT’S ON WHERE

Art Exhibition in the Hobart Gallery, Blickling Hall Wednesday 1 Sunday 12 April 10.30am - 5pm daily.

Free admission to the exhibition. Artwork and cards for sale by members of the Norfolk Broads Art Society

Musical Theatre with David Wright at Honing & Crostwight Village Hall NR28 9AB on Saturday 18 April at 2pm – Tickets £6 including refreshments from Veronica on 01692 405408 or Sue on 01692 500440.

Proceeds to St Bartholomews Church Sloley Flower Festival Fund

Holt Hall Open Gates & Car Boot Sale, Kelling Road, Holt (sat nav NR25 6RT) on Sunday 12 April, 10am to 2pm - enjoy a walk around 75 acres of beautiful woodland and gardens then join us for homemade cakes in the courtyard cafe. Pond dipping (10.30am - 12.30pm) - what's living in the lake at Holt Hall? £1 per child - suitable for children aged 6-11.

Free entry. Sorry no dogs (only guide dogs permitted). For more details visit www.norfolk.gov.uk/holthall

‘Once upon a Time’ TRIO INTERMEZZO (Oboe, horn, piano) from the Moselle Valley, Germany TABEA GOERGEN-MAHLER (Soprano - 1st Prize, Jugend Musiziert 2014) NORFOLK WINDS on Saturday 11 April at 7.30pm - explore how fairy tales have inspired great music. Gade: Noveletten, Op. 29 Schumann: Liederkreis, Op. 39 (instrumental) Clara Schumann: selected songs ‘Telling Tales’

by NCG composer, Andrew Lowe Watson, inspired by Grimm’s famous tales

North Norfolk Association of National Trust - Afternoon Tea and a Talk 'Fun with Follies' by Sylvia Barrett at The Links Hotel, West Runton on Wednesday 15 April at 2.30pm.

For further information please contact Greg on 01263 711799 or email NNATalks@gmail.com. All welcome.

Table Top Sale on Saturday 11 April at North Walsham Community Centre 9am - midday double tables available for £5 organised by North Walsham Players. To book telephone 01692 402116

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Skeyton Zumba every Thursday at the Village Hall 6.30pm - 7.30pm - come along to Zumba and party your way to a new shape. Shape and tone your body the fun way. All levels of fitness welcome. £5 per class. Tel Julie on 07592 535477 Cromer Chamber Orchestra is looking for players (no age limit) all sections woodwind, brass, strings. We meet at The Belfrey Arts Center Overstrand on Mon eve at 7pm (school term). No audition necessary. 01263 511600 Cantamus Choir invite new members to sing & laugh.

Rehearsals Thurs 7.30pm in St James Church, Southrepps.

No audition/experience required. More info 07785 782 498 Ballroom & Latin Dance Classes every Wednesday at 8pm – 9pm at The Atrium, Spencer Avenue, North Walsham. £6 each. Yvonne 01692 404479 for further details REME Association Cromer & District Branch meetings held on the 1st Wednesday of each month at Halsey House, Norwich Road, Cromer. Ex REME personnel please do come and join us. Tel 01263 512450 Painting Classes - Painting and Drawing tuition for all levels of painting competence from beginners to those experienced at Roughton Village Hall on Mondays 1.30pm to 3.30pm. £60 for 10 sessions. John Bardell 01603 456602 MS monthly Drop-In 10am - 12noon, last Thursday of each month at Sheringham Community Centre, Holway Road, Sheringham. Anyone affected by MS most welcome.

Further details 01263 579453/ Sheringham & District Philatelic Society meet at the Church Hall West Runton on the second Monday of each month, at 7.30pm Our members come from all areas of North Norfolk, further details call Jim on 01263 721043 Trunch Methodist Church Coffee Morning first Saturday every month 10am – 12noon cakes, bric-a-brac etc free admission Tel 01263 720145 Victory Explorers meet every Wednesday at the The Scout Headquarters 8.15pm - 9.45pm contact victory_explorers@hotmail.co.uk or 01692 406415.

New members aged 14 - 18 years welcome Are you aged between 13 and 17? Have you ever wanted to fly? Have you ever wanted to shoot? For free? Well now you can! Join North Walsham Air Training Corps for these opportunities plus more inc adventurous training, gliding, Duke of Edinburgh awards, sports and much more.

Visit www.raf.mod.uk/aircadets or call Officer Commanding David Jefferies on 07827 277932, or isit us on a parade

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Keeping Abreast Group, Cromer Group Coffee and Chat Session- on Wednesday 8 April 10am to 12 midday, the Keeping Abreast Group invites you to a your local Keeping Abreast Drop in Session at Merchants Place Church Street Cromer.

Join us for coffee and a chat and find out more about Breast Reconstruction following Breast Cancer. Volunteers who have had breast reconstruction will be on hand to offer support, provide information and chat about reconstruction in an informal and relaxed atmosphere

Little Dragons, Family Woodland Fun at Holt Hall on Tuesday 31 March & Tuesday 7 April 10am-2pm build dens and hunt for bugs - led by Forest School leaders. Booking essential. For more info outrageousnature@gmail.com or call 07810 320347

Jumble Sale on Tuesday 31 March 10am - 3pm at Cromer Community Centre, Garden Street, Cromer everything just 20p. All proceeds to Sidestrand Hall School

evening between 1900 - 2130 on a Monday or Thursday at the ATC Hut, N. Walsham Junior School, Manor Road Rock (Buns) & Rolling (Pins) W.I. meet on the third Wednesday of each month (except December- second Wednesday) at The Kings Arms Hotel, North Walsham at 7pm. We are open to all ages but aim to appeal to younger women. Visitors welcome. elsa-sequeira@hotmail.com Gresham Village Park Sunday Market and Carboot first Sunday of every month. Gates open to public at 10am, stall holders and market traders 8am onwards to set up. Pitches £5. All proceeds go to raising money for the Play Park and Pavilion. Further details contact tomtye@myway.com or on 07765633549. Postcode for location is NR11 8RT East 1st North Walsham Scout Group – Beavers - Tue 5pm 6.30pm & Sat 10.30am - 12.15pm. Cubs - Wed 6.30pm – 8pm & Fri 6.30pm – 8pm. Scouts - Tue 7pm – 9pm & Thur 7pm – 9pm. Info: membership@northwalshamscouts.org.uk NHS Cromer & District Retirement Fellowship meets every third Wednesday of every month between 2.30 pm and 4pm at Cromer Hospital. For more information call Caroline Jennings on 01263 510002 or just come along North Walsham Knit & Natter 2pm – 4pm on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Congregational Church Hall, Cromer Road, North Walsham. All welcome. Contact Jenny Spenecer 07722 069979 Baby Yoga Classes in North Walsham and Cromer every Wednesday. For babies from 8 weeks till mobile. Eva Stone on 07557 905615 or mitchytitchyoga@icloud.com.

North Norfolk Amateur Radio Group meet on the second Thursday in each month from 7pm at East Runton Village Hall. New members warmly welcomed. Secretary 01263 519485, secretary@nnarg.co.uk, www.nnarg.co.uk

North Walsham Access and Independent Living Group meet every other month at St.Nicholas Rooms. Easy access for wheelchairs. Refreshments available. Everyone welcome - new or old members. For further information Sandra 01692 404750 or Lisa 01692 404021 North Walsham Photographic Group meets second and fourth Tuesdays of the month, 7.30pm at The Annexe, The Atrium, Spenser Avenue, North Walsham. Details from Secretary, Liz Fiddy, on 01692 582793 or email trevorandliz@talktalk.net.

North Walsham Photographic Group meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 7.30pm at the Annexe in The Atrium.For further details please contact Rachel on 01692 406526 or email on rachel.farrow@care4free.net Woodlands Pre-School term time Mon 9am-12 noon (lunch 12pm-12.30pm), Tues-Fri 9am-3pm, Seedlings Toddler Group Mon 1.30pm-3pm. Places available for 2-5 year

The Cromer & District Art Society Annual Easter Art Exhibition at East Runton Village Hall on Friday 3, Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 April 10am – 5pm admission free Jumble Sale on Tuesday 31 March 10am - 3pm at Cromer Community Centre, Garden Street, Cromer everything just 20p. All proceeds to Sidestrand Hall School

Honing Annual Daffodil Day on Sunday 29 March to raise money for the Honing Church Fabric Fund from 11am to 3.30pm - tractor rides along Honing Long Lane with teas and coffees and homemade cakes in Honing Church and there will also be a tombola

Diabetes UK North Norfolk Groupour guest speaker on Thursday 23 April will be Chiropodist and Podiatrist Nick Howsam. The meeting starts at 7.30pm at Cromer Methodist Church Hall. For more information please contact Jackie or David on 01692 405492 or visit www.north-norfolk.diabetesukgroup.org

olds funding from 2 years old 'Good' OfSted report (May 2014). Breakfast Club/After School Club. Lower St. Southrepps (in the school grounds) Contact Caroline/Dawn 01263 834148 or southreppsplaygroup@gmail.com The Good Companions Club, a social club for those over 60, meets at the Community Centre, North Walsham every Friday 1.30pm – 4pm – a varied programme of events, music, lunches, entertainment as well as raffles and games. Enquiries Beth 01692 501044 Walcott CVRA Coastline Village Hall every Wednesday 10am to 12 noon Coffee, tea and chat. Every Friday 7pm to 9pm Bingo. Also other activities including Lunch Club. For more detail call Donna 01692 651509 North Walsham Army Cadet Force Wednesday evenings 19.30-21.30, North Walsham High School, all boys and girls aged 13-18 welcome. For more information contact 01362 694515 Children & Young People @North Walsham Methodist Church, for details of many & varied activities. Contact Anne email anne_russen001@yahoo.co.uk or 07748039363 @yahoo.co.uk or 07748039363 Bradfield Cricket Club - Cricket Coaching for boys and girls age 6-11 years - All welcome at North Walsham Sports Centre 4pm till 6pm from Sunday 15 February to Sunday 5 April - £4 per session. For more info please contact penny.day1@yahoo.co.uk Minni House Club - we are a group of like-minded individuals who love all things miniature and anything to do with dolls houses. We all come from the North Norfolk area and meet on the second Thursday of the month at Bodham Village Hall, 2pm - 4pm. Our Secretary is Jan Boyden and her number is 01263 826970. New members are always welcome and we would love to hear from anyone who is interested in joining us.

Colby and Banningham WI - We meet at Banningham village hall (NR11 7DY) every second Wednesday of the month - except in August. Meetings start at 7.20pm, and include a speaker or a demonstration; sometimes we have a hands-on "have a go" evening and always ending with a tea/coffee and cake. Ladies of all ages welcome, why not pop along to discover more. Contact Tel: 01692 538241 North Walsham Friday Group - A mixed ability group for all ages, giving opportunities in a friendly environment for disabled people in N. E. Norfolk. Opens 9.30am - 2.30pm at St. Benets Hall, North Walsham. Many activities run every week with outside visitors too. Users pay by personal budget of of a daily rate according to their need.

Contact Amanda 07799 307299

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Norfolk Based World War 2 Drama comes in to Land at North Walsham

East Theatre Company will be bringing their new wartime drama ‘Parachute’ to The Atrium, North Walsham on Friday 3 April at 7.30pm, with support from the arts and community development charity Creative Arts East.

2nd Lt Jimmy Finch is the navigator of a B24 heavy bomber, a brash and charming American who has a limitless supply of oranges and chewing gum. Welcomed into the home of a local farming family, the story explores the startling impact his arrival brings to the fragile relationships at Box Farm!

'Parachute' is a funny, thought-provoking and moving play set at a time when rural Norfolk welcomed ‘The Friendly Invasion’.

You can see ‘Parachute’ at The Atrium, North Walsham on Friday 3 April at 7.30pm.

This event is organised in partnership with Creative Arts East with funding by Norfolk County Council, Arts Council England and North Norfolk District Council.

For further information on this and other Creative Arts East events please go to http://www.creativeartseast.co.uk/whats-on/ or contact Karen Kidman on 01953 713390 or karen@creativeartseast.co.uk

Players Success Once Again!

The North Walsham Players pantomime this year was ‘Aladdin’ and was staged at North Walsham Community Centre over two days.

It featured a cast of 21 including special guest belly dancers Sharon Humphrey and Susan Howes.

This was the Players 15th Pantomime since they formed back in 1998.

This year’s show saw Aladdin being played by Tanya Williams, Princess Yasmin played by Lorna Cracknell and the wicked Abanazer played by Philip Stone.

The show was directed by founder member Colin Jeary, who also played the part of Wishee Washee.

Colin said he was very happy with the way the cast gelled well together in the musical panto. He added some people would not believe that we only rehearse twice a week for 8 weeks prior to the show, which equates to basically 16 hours!

Obviously no show can be performed without the backstage and technical crew too and they were kept on their toes by endless sound effects and special effects, including a flying champagne bottle. The great looking backdrops added to the magical effect of pantomime.

Colin added that thanks were also due to the local businesses who supported the group - these included Café Kitale, Garden Care, Andrea’s Photography, Train-tech.com, A+M Shoes Ltd, Paul Oakes Collectables, MW Motor Services, J C Photography and Carl Bird Ltd.

Ultimate Boy Band Tribute Evening: Friday 22nd May 2015 £28.00pp Take That, West Life, Blue, A1, One Direction, East 17, & Five 3 course meal, tribute act ‘Boy Band Live’ with disco until 1am Michael Jackson Tribute Evening: Saturday 4th July 2015 £27.00pp 3 course meal, tribute act ‘Forever Jackson’ with Disco until 1am 1940’s Evening: Saturday 19th September 2015 £28.00pp The Ultimate 1940’s variety show - 3 course meal and entertainment Tom Jones Tribute Evening: Saturday 10th October 2015 £25.00pp 3 course meal, tribute act ‘Tom Jones Tribute’ Disco until 1am Friday Night Party Nights Join us on the last Friday of every month in the ‘Hole In One’ family sports bar & grill Dancing to tunes from our in house DJ, from 9.30pm-midnight FREE nibbles Quiz Nights Join us every fortnight at 8.30pm for our family friendly quiz in the ‘Hole In One’ family sports bar & grill. Entry £1per person, teams of 6, winning teams takes the pot!

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Any original items of Second World War Homefront / Norfolk / RAF / ARP / Home Guard items or memorabilia for a new display at the RAF Marham Aviation Heritage Centre opening this summer. Tel 07919 182990 Any donations of wool gratefully received.

Whatever we receive will be knitted into baby hats to donate to the Norfolk and Norwich Premature Baby Unit or hats and gloves for the Christmas Shoebox Appeal.

Please call 07796638020 or email sallylee35@hotmail.co.uk Your unwanted wool & knitting patterns for the Norfolk Knitters charity - please bring your donations to Sheringham Library Can you help to save our songbirds? We need anything saleable for Songbird Survival (charity no 1085281). Tel 01692 400780 Outdoor toys for two year old slide swing playhouse etc must be in very good condition Tel 01263 713792 or call or text 07789 515985 6 or 7 railway sleepers Tel 01263 733759 Records 45s 78s and LPs and cassettes also CDs singles only all considered Tel 01692 405756

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Lindam stair gate to fit 75-81 cm opening pressure or screw fix opens either way white metal excellent condition £10 Tel 01263 513077 Aldis TK300 35mm slide projector and screen £25. Car inspection lamp 12v with clips to attach to battery £4. Philips CD471 CD player £20. Tel 01263 824550 Four foot 6 inch snooker/pool table with folding legs as new with all accessories cost from Argos £100 will accept £45ono Tel 01692 403731 Free black plastic garden compost bin Tel 01263 510854 Ampeg bass amp head 150/200w micro VR as new condition £100 Tel 01263 514170 King size orthopaedic mattress very good clean condition £25. Pine 4 shelf bookcase good condition £15. All money to charity.

Tel 01263 824635 Set Bowls Almark Commander size 1M with bag £40. Set bowls Taylor Elite size 2 with Henselite bag £40. Both in vgc. Kenwood portable CD player with batteries vgc £5.

Tel 01263 512449 Teak open front cupboard base one shelf tiled top with full width drawer W85cm H74cm D45cm £15. Dark wood tea trolley W85cm H75cm D44 cm £10. Tel 01263 823111 Ladies green Derry boots size 5 £12. Two small white bathroom cabinets £15 pair.

Two electric plate/food warmers £15 each £25 pair. Tel 01263 512606 Octagonal wooden barometer c1920 £38.00. Three escape light smoke alarms in sealed packets £13 each. Digital cameras & cases Caplio R1 & Canon A510 with instructions both £25. Tel 01263 720622 Repro mahogany corner display unit glass door top inlaid door bottom perfect condition £40. Repro mahogany bookcase two drawers excellent condition £35. Tel 01692 615445/07717 410363 Classic bike mags approx 170 from 19801995 covers most of the British Motor cycles £100ono. 4'6" futon vgc £40. Ladies Raleigh Pioneer 10 speed bike £25. Tel 01692 405662

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Planet push hoe including potato ridger rakes cultivators £35. Binoculars 12 x 50 Prinzlux£55. Vintage monocular £15. Tel 01692 403120 HP Deskjet 5552 printer not wireless with 1 colour and 1 black spare cartridge gwo £20 Tel 01692 403392 Jacques Vert ladies suit pale blue jacket & skirt floral blouse & scarf size 12 suit special occasion eg Mother of the Bride or Groom £50. Pale blue bag and shoes size 5 £25. Peter Kaiser cream and silver bag and shoes size 5 £25. Tel 01263 820379 Epson stylus printer SX125 + 10 inks print scan and copy £20. Wheelchair with pump and cushion £40. Tel 01263 825137 Good quality bric-a-brac useful for car boot etc price to be discussed. Mid brown oblong coffee table with green leather top with glass on top £20. Tel 07796 406799 Dining table with wood effect formica top 47in circular with flaps raised 47in x 27in with flaps down vgc £10 Tel 01263 822152 Ladies wax jacket size medium £10 Tel 01263 823512 Matsui fridge freezer 50/50 H60in W19.5in D21in £49. Pine desk table four drawers £29. Tel 01692 404613 Sea fishing flotation suit Sunridge 2 piece £30. Tackle box Plano large 4 drawer £10.

Tel 01263 823512 G Plan teak dining table 4ft diameter extends to 5ft 8in and 4 chairs as new a gift at £75 Tel 01692 406301 Silver Cross dolls pram red/grey check vgc shopping trolley sun umbrella car seat £15 Tel 01692 404757 3 Marples Sheffield hi gh carbon steel wood chisels 1in wide ½in wide and ¼in wide with wood mallet £10ono Tel 01263 722162 Free to collector Black & Decker GA100 garden shredder and aerobic compost tumbler maker needs sunny position Tel 01692 402735 Gents Bicycle 21" frame Emmalle 10 speed Shimano gears would suit teenager upwards only £35 Tel 01263 517057 Three wheeler mobility shopping trolley in excellent condition hardly used sturdy design £30 Tel 01263 825181 Epson three-in-one computer printer model SX425W extra ink cartridges excellent condition £18 Tel 01692 500980 Mahogany coloured sideboard 3 drawers one large double cupboard and a single each cupboard has an adjustable height shelf brass coloured handles in lovely condition Tel 07970 042539 4 drawer oak effect chest H100cm x W90cm x D52cm excellent condition £25 Tel 01263 823054 ‘Summer’ brand deluxe folding booster seat suitable 6 months to 15kg £15. Maxi-Cosi Priori XP car seat black for 9 – 18 kg £30.

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Council consults on development of Leisure Facilities Strategy

North Norfolk District Council (NNDC) held the last of its planned consultation evenings earlier this month in Cromer to consult with stakeholders, including sports clubs, facility owners/management, individuals with a sporting interest and local members, regarding the development of its Leisure Facilities Strategy.

The Strategy is being developed to provide NNDC with options for future provision of sports and leisure facilities across the district.

Four consultation meetings have taken place in locations across the district, all of which have helped inform the development of the Strategy.

Ensuring the Council has a strategy document in place is part of future service and budget planning and is essential if NNDC or local sports clubs are to apply for any external funding from organisations such as Sport England and the Lottery Fund.

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Councillor Glyn Williams, North Norfolk District Council’s Portfolio Holder for Sports and Leisure Services, said “The final meeting, as with the other consultation meetings that we’ve undertaken, was very successful and encouraged plenty of useful, healthy debate. “The information we have gained has been incredibly helpful to the Council and has ensured that we have a full understanding of what the current indoor sports provision is, and what the key issues for sport and recreation organisations are. This will help us plan for what is required over the next five to ten years�.

North Norfolk Social Centre for the Blind

We were entertained at our February meeting by the Den Barrie Duo. Members met at the Community Centre where they sang a medley of songs from the 50s & 60s and a couple of country & western songs. The Den Barrie Duo are great entertainers and it was a pleasure to have them opening our new year. They have been coming for quite some time now and always please us with their different material.

It was our AGM on Thursday 5 March and although we were lacking in members, everything went off well and the members present voted the committee back in for another year.

Our committee are a dedicated group of people that all have their jobs to do and they do it well. We also had Richard visit from the NNAB to show members new appliances available to have in the home. Some of these appliances are quite expensive but to someone who is blind, they are worth their weight in gold.

Our fund raising this year has got off to a flying start! From two raffles and our second hand clothing stall, we have raised ÂŁ90.

We would like to thank all our members for all their donations, be it items of clothing or raffle prizes, and for their continued support.

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NORTH NORFOLK GARDENER BARNHAVEN PRIMULAS Every garden centre, superstore and market stall is currently full of primroses, polyanthus and primroses in their many forms. The appearance of trays of these highly coloured plants is a sure sign that we are leaving winter behind us.

Every year the flowers seem to get bigger and the colours brighter. These plants certainly make an impact when planted in tubs or other containers but flowers with more subtle gradations of colour, and which more closely resemble the wild species from which they derive, are perhaps better choices for planting in the garden borders.

I have always been a great admirer of the Barnhaven Primroses originated by Mrs Florence Bellis (1906-87) in Oregon, USA , who dedicated years of work to hybridising these flowers. Mrs Bellis managed to produce plants in a rainbow of colours whilst retaining the richness of scent and the traditional primrose charms and elegance. Hardy in cold climates, winter blooming in mild these primroses bring a thrill, when after a grey winter, the fresh green leaves unfurl, the fat buds rise from the crown and

the flowers open. Clean, brilliant, sparkling colour and soft, luxurious shades that fill the surrounding air with scent that reminds some of violets, pansies and freesias.

The full story of the work of Florence Bellis is told in the latest edition of the RHS magazine ‘The Garden’ where there are also many pages of photographs of her wonderful creations but her story is an intriguing one which bears some repetition here. She began her work in the 1930s, in the depths of the Great Depression. She moved into a derelict barn on a sloping site alongside Johnson Creek in Gresham near Portland, Oregon naming her new home Barnhaven as she felt safe there. There was no electricity, just kerosene lamps. Legend has it that in 1935 she spent her last five dollars on packets of seeds from Suttons Seeds in England, including Munstead strain (developed by Gertrude Jekyll) and two of Sutton’ reds. From this beginning she produced ranges of plants such as ‘Grand Canyon – brilliant coppers, coffee, all spice – true browns of heavy crepe or velvet substance and often gold edged’ and ‘Indian Reds – clean, flaming scarlet, orient red, vermillion, crimson – stunning colours, violent as war paint’.

I have just managed to buy a second hand copy of her book ‘Gardening and Beyond’ and in it she describes how, on a spring day at Barnhaven, ‘I sat on a footbridge over a creek and looked with stars in my eyes, at my first primroses blooming along its banks under the catkined alders’.

In 1966 Mrs Bellis announced that the time had come for her to ‘hang up her shovel and her hoe’.

For the first time in over 30 years, the pollinating sheds at Barnhaven fell empty. However she decided to return her stock to England and she chose a couple who ran a nursery in Kendal, Westmoreland to continue her work. The nursery has changed hands several times since then and currently much of the supply of Barnhaven seeds and plants comes from Brittany. (www.barnhaven.com) Primroses are very hardy and enjoy a situation under deciduous shrubs and trees, that give them full sun in winter and cool, summer shade. They prefer good soil that does not dry out in summer.

Splitting plants every three or four years keeps them vigorous. You can divide immediately after flowering or in the autumn.

The work of Mrs Bellis and the other hybridisers have brought us a wonderful array of plants to brighten our spring gardens and it is worth looking beyond the mass displays in the various garden outlets for these more unusual primroses.

Bob Wilkinson

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Peer review praises North Norfolk District Council for its strong and clear strategic direction

North Norfolk District Council (NNDC) has recently undertaken a peer review for an independent, objective assessment of its performance, particularly focusing on economic growth and housing.

The review found that NNDC is a strong and ambitious council which through innovation is improving services to benefit local residents and businesses whilst stimulating growth. It was also recognised that the council has a strong and visible political and managerial leadership with a clear strategic direction and alignment of resources.

The government has removed the requirement for compulsory assessments. However, NNDC prides itself on improving performance and invited a peer team from the Local Government Association comprising of experienced councillors and officers from outside the area to undertake an open and transparent review.

Particular praise was given to: • The council’s exemplary response and leading role in the 2013 storms which demonstrated strong community leadership and resilience.

• The successful push on empty homes which is providing additional housing for residents.

• It’s commitment to working well with Town and Parish Councils, for example, the close liaison in response to the Fakenham fire in May 2014, flood relief and the storms of 2013 where the Council “moved heaven and earth”.

• Being an ambitious council with a positive attitude for change and strong record of achievement by working in new ways.

• The council’s spirit of innovation as evidenced by the eastlaw legal service which has been described by partners as “excellent” in providing in-house and external services.

• Introducing a ‘housing incentive delivery scheme’ that works with developers to promote development and where appropriate, relax affordable housing requirements which has stimulated the number of houses built in the district.

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• Positively intervening to retain local businesses and their expansion requirements. A good example of this was the council’s support to the expansion of Kinnertons in Fakenham. This created 90 new jobs and new investment of £25m into the local economy.

The purpose of the review was also to identify recommendations for improvement in the areas of economic growth and business transformation.

Suggestions for improvement included:

• Ensuring broadband in the district remains competitively fast and attractive for future investment.

• Consideration to develop a distinctive place and brand that markets the area.

• Whilst it was recognised that the economy of North Norfolk is comparatively strong, there are still considerations to improve this even further with an economic growth strategy.

Chief Executive of NNDC, Sheila Oxtoby, said: “We welcome the findings from this review which helps to shape our plans for the future. It is gratifying that this independent review has found that we are a strong and ambitious council with some notable successes.

“These achievements haven’t happened by themselves and I would like to take this opportunity to thank both staff and members who have worked hard through challenging times.”

Cllr Tom FitzPatrick, NNDC’s Leader, said: “We want to ensure the council remains in a strong position whilst focusing improvements in the most appropriate areas which will benefit local growth and investment in the district. The council already has strong examples of achievements from intervention such as with major employers in Fakenham, however we take on board the recommendations that the council should continue to deliver, do it better and push the fact that we are ‘open for business’.”

The full peer review and findings will be published on the council’s website, www.north-norfolk.gov.uk

Rock Buns & Rolling Pins WI

February’s meeting was a bit different to other meetings and we were all very hands on.

Our speaker was Coral Batchelor, our WI adviser and a dual member of Sheringham Evening WI and Roughton WI. Coral provided us with a very interesting demonstration on sugar craft. She has been cake decorating for approximately 15 years and started due to her parents-in-laws golden wedding anniversary and the desire to make and decorate their cake. At the time Coral regularly assisted her neighbour who was a florist, with flower arranging. This gave Coral a head start when attending her classes. We were able to have a go at making a rose using edible modelling paste and a plastic tool with a ball on the end which when rolled over the shaped paste gave a very effective edge to the petals. We used corn flour on the work surface to stop the paste sticking (icing sugar would have made the paste too sticky). The petals were fixed to a pre-formed bud with edible glue. We were also able to paint and put together an orchid The orchid petals were already prepared by Coral, mounted on thin wire. We fixed them together to form the flower using florists' tape and then 'painted' them by gently brushing on our choice of coloured dusts. It was clear that this was very delicate work and required a degree of concentration and patience. An enjoyable experience was had by all.

Visitors are very welcome at our meetings, we just ask for £4 to help with meeting costs. Complimentary tea and cake provided at all meetings. For more details, find us on Facebook , follow us on Twitter @RockBunsWI or visit our website at www.rockbuns.wordpress.com.

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As any pet owner will know animals, like people, are all different in their habits and personalities

They vary in how gregarious and sociable they are and the ways in which they interact. A classic example is how different dogs approach others and how they play and socialise. The two spaniels in the photograph below were not fighting, they were just boisterous in nature and enjoying a spot of ruff and tumble (excuse the pun!).

For those dog walkers amongst us it can make life a little tricky in terms of predicting how our dogs may respond to others and vice versa, but there is much we can do to help them along the way.

As puppies, there is a period of time, known as the ‘socialisation window’, that lasts around 16 weeks and is imperative for a dog’s social develop-

ment. During this time, puppies are much more responsive to new environments, dogs and people and, if introduced in a controlled environment, are much less likely to develop fear or aggressive behaviour. Of course, there are exceptions to every rule, but the first four months are a vitally important time and, as owners, we should do everything we can to ensure our pets are properly socialised.

BEER, EASTER EGGS AND SHANTYMEN – ALL AT THE MUSEUM OF THE BROADS

Some of you will know the connection between the Museum’s steam boat, ‘Falcon’, and Lacon’s Brewery of Great Yarmouth. But do you know the difference between ale and beer, where local pubs had a smoking ban 450 years before the current legislation, or that Coltishall, not Woodbastwick, was once the centre of brewing in Broadland?

Well, to find out this and more, and to soak up the atmosphere of brewing through the centuries, don’t miss our 2015 exhibition, ‘Beer – Broadland’s Breweries Past and Present’. Discover the history of brewing, its impact on Norwich, Great Yarmouth and the Broadland village of Coltishall. Look at today’s regional and micro-breweries, and the science of brew-

ing. It all happens from April.

And there’s something for the younger members of the family too with the Museum’s Easter Trail. Follow a fun trail around the Museum and win an Easter prize at the end. The Trail runs from Good Friday to Easter Monday.

Or come along Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays to take a river trip on our steam boat, ‘Falcon’.

The excitement doesn’t end there! If you like shanties, folk songs, and a bit of cheeky fun, come to Hoveton Village Hall on Friday 10 April for an evening with the Sheringham Shantymen.

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NORTH WALSHAM IN BLOOM

Our new season has now started with a bang! As some of you will have noticed work on the second bed in Grammar School Road is progressing well. We were fortunate enough to have secured some help from some wonderful people from Worstead Lodge who worked so hard digging this area and clearing it of the dreaded ‘horse tails’. Our thanks do indeed go to them.

the Museum in advance, or on the door, and there is a bar available too. Be there from 7pm for a 7.30pm start. You won’t forget it!

The Museum shop sells items handcrafted by local artists, our café sells light refreshments and you can picnic by the river. We are open daily from 10am to 4pm until 01 November.

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Some planting was carried out on 17 March, but the main planting will be done at the beginning of May.

Our Spring planting will commence on 1 June and this year we really do need some extra help. Several of our long time helpers have had to leave us due to illness (we are all getting older) and we need some new folk to help with the planting and maintenance programme for this summer.

Apart from the main planting fortnight we only ask that you help on a Tuesday morning from 10am until 12noon, even this is open to change if you would like to work on an area say, during a summer evening. One of our helpers would be happy to come with you if this would be of assistance. Due to a change in our range of plants, our maintenance work now consists mainly of weeding and deadheading with shrub pruning mostly in the spring and autumn.

Our next Coffee Morning and Plant Sale in St Benets hall will be on 23 April. We will be selling coffee, tea and hot chocolate, together with fruit and cheese scones and cakes. A raffle will also be held and Christine Boggis from Orchard Farm Plants will be on hand to give advice and sell plants.

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NORTH WALSHAM CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Welcomes you to our Easter Services Palm Sunday Worship at 10.30 am Speaker Miss Maureen Lee - Musical items - followed by coffee HOLY WEEK Wednesday April 1st at 10.30 am Holy Communion and special prayers for the sick, followed by coffee Good Friday 11.00am Worship Musical items, followed by coffee and Hot Cross Buns Easter Sunday at 10.30am Easter Praise & Worship with Holy Communion Musical items - followed by coffee and Hot Cross Buns

EASTER SERVICES AT WORSTEAD BAPTIST CHURCH Meeting Hill

Palm Sunday 29th March 10-30am All age Worship Good Friday 3rd April Meditative Worship (meeting at 10.30 am for coffee and Hot Cross Buns) Easter Sunday 5th April at 10.30 am - Easter Celebration

For further details telephone Revd Patrick Coghlan (01263) 734739

NEW LIFE CHURCH

Easter Day - April 20th “We at New Life Church would love you to join us on Easter Day - and any Sunday - at 10.30am at the Community Centre. We hope to see you there!”

For further details, or to contact us, www.newlifenorthwalsham.com

NORTH WALSHAM METHODIST CHURCH

The Methodist Church, Grammar School Road. Minister Revd. David Philo 01263 822485 March 29th - Palm Sunday at 10.30 am The President of the Methodist Conference, Rev Kenneth Howcroft, will preach and celebrate Holy Communion April 2nd - Maundy Thursday at 7.30 pm Rev Gordon Webster will celebrate Holy Communion to commemorate the Last Supper April 3rd - Good Friday at 9.30 am United Churches Walk of Witness, followed by a meditative service at 1100 led by Rev David Philo April 5th - Easter Day at 10.30 am Welcome to the Risen Lord Preacher—Linda Ling 6.30 pm - Worship in Celtic style with Holy Communion, led by Rev David Philo.

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Churches Together SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH

Kings Arms Street, North Walsham. Tel 01692 403258 www.sacredheartnorthwalsham.comMAUNDY MAUNDY THURSDAY (2nd April) 7.00pm Mass of the Lord’s Supper GOOD FRIDAY (3rd April) 3.00pm Solemn Liturgy HOLY SATURDAY (4th April) 8.30pm Easter Vigil EASTER SUNDAY (5th April) 11.00am Easter Mass For Times of other Services during Holy Week and in Aylsham and Hoveton please phone 01692 403258

EASTER AT THE SALVATION ARMY Hall Lane, North Walsham Good Friday (April 3rd) 6pm: Worship Easter Sunday (April 5th) 10am: Family Worship A warm welcome awaits you!

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ST NICHOLAS PARISH CHURCH

PALM SUNDAY (29th March) 8.00 am - Holy Communion (1662) 9.45am Procession and Parish Communion Palm crosses are handed out, followed by a procession to church. Once back in church we will be hearing a dramatic reading of the events that led to Jesus’ arrest and subsequent crucifixion.

MONDAY 30th March - Said Compline TUESDAY (31st March) 7.00 pm Stations of the Cross led by the Walsingham Cell A prayerful guided walk along the road to the cross WEDNESDAY (1st April) 7.00 pm Faure’s Requiem The requiem is presented by the North Norfolk Chorale as their offering for Holy Week. It is not a concert, there are no ticket sales but will be an opportunity to leave an offering for the work of St Nicholas’ at the end of the evening.

MAUNDY THURSDAY (2nd April)

7.30pm The Last Supper and Foot washing

GOOD FRIDAY (3rd April) 9.45am Join Procession of the Witness from the Market Cross 12 noon to 3 pm Good Friday Children’s Workshop For all primary School ages children: Registration from 11.30 am on the day. Easter Drama and Craft. For further details please contact Rev Valerie Watts (01692 405119) or Michelle Trollope 01962 615110 2pm "The Last Hour" - Good Friday Liturgy 8.30pm Compline (sung by candlight) HOLY SATURDAY (4th April) 8.30pm Easter Vigil EASTER DAY (5th April) 6 am Sunrise Service with Holy Communion at Edingthorpe 8 am Holy Communion (1662) 10am Family Communion 6.30 pm Festal Evensong.

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Millfield Welcomes Holland!

The pupils of Millfield Primary School in North Walsham, enjoyed a fun filled day learning all about Holland as part of their International Challenge Day.

The children and staff dressed in the traditional colours of Holland, red, white and blue and Holland’s football team colour of orange! Millfield was honoured to have Ms Kirsty Moore, a teaching student from Holland who has been at Millfield over the last term teaching children about the language and culture. Ms Moore helped organise the day with classbased activities, which included making tulips, model windmills, Dutch games played outside, words and phrases and tasting traditional foods.

The children even took to copying Van Gogh and trying different art techniques to create wonderful pictures.

At lunchtime the school hall was filled with the aroma of meatballs and pancakes with many of the children trying a traditional Dutch Lunch.

Ms Moore, who has now returned home, said “Thank you very much for making me feel so welcome. I have really enjoyed my time with you and I have learned so much. I will always remember my time at Millfield!”

Millfield’s Cross Country Champion!

Three pupils from Millfield Primary School in North Walsham, who had qualified for the County Cross Country finals at Greshams in Holt, braved the cold and dug deep for their races.

Jak Reynolds, who had come first in the Year 4 boys’ race at the qualifiers, was rearing to go again to retain his lead at the top. The 1200m race started at a fast pace, with Jak leading from an early stage and Oscar Warburton, who was also one of the Year 4 qualifiers, not far behind him. Jak led up the finishing straight in top gear with a convincing lead to win the race!

Chelsea Crowley, who was competing in the Year 6 girl’s race and ran 1600m distance, was up against some stiff competition and gave it her best, making Millfield very proud of her tenacity and determination.

Mrs Herd, a teaching assistant and qualified P.E instructor, took the children to the competition and came back singing their praises, “Millfield should be very proud of these children, not only for getting to the finals but also for their impeccable behaviour at the venue” she said.

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Twenty Pom Poms have escaped from the school and are hiding in different locations around North Walsham. If you would like to join the Pom Pom Trail and find the missing pom poms and learn their names, you will need to purchase a trial leaflet from school (price £1).

All correctly completed leaflets will be put into a prize draw with the chance to win some excellent prizes including a family day pass to Bewilderwood, family day pass to the Sealife Centre at Great Yarmouth, free tickets to Davenport’s Magic Kingdom and many more. The trail will be set up around the town from Friday 27 March - Sunday 12 April.

Trail leaflets will be on sale from the school office from Monday 23 March (9am-3pm) and there will be a stall selling leaflets at 3pm - 3.30pm outside the school office every day of the week commencing Monday 23 March. If you do not manage to purchase a leaflet from school, leaflets will also be on sale during the Easter holidays from The Victory Swim and Fitness Centre and The Showcase Gallery.

All completed entries should be returned to a box outside the school office by Friday17 April.

Have Fun and Happy Pom Pom Hunting!

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Crayford & Abbs Support Red Nose Day

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Crayford and Abbs Nissan at Bodham are pleased to have raised £250 for Red Nose Day earlier this month.

The money was raised by offering a car wash with donations to Red Nose Day. In conjunction with North Norfolk Radio, we

JAZZ DATES

also offered Woodfields School in Sheringham free face painting to three of their classes – this was much appreciated by the pupils and fun was had by all. Nicki from NNR was superb and made a lot of very happy faces come alive!

The Norfolk Dixieland Jazz Band’s popular monthly events at The Goat Inn, Skeyton, continue to draw enthusiastic audiences. The gigs are usually held on the first Sunday of the month but in April and May they will move to the second Sunday, ie 12 April and 10 May. We can also tell you that the band will perform at The Crown Inn, Banningham, on Easter Monday, 6 April. All gigs start at 1.30 p.m. Admission is free and you can simply drop in for a drink and enjoy the music at either venue but if you would like a table for lunch it is essential to book. The telephone number for The Crown is 01263 733534 and The Goat is 01692 538600.

We are also pleased to tell you that Jazz at The Hub (the bar at Sheringham Little Theatre) continues to play to capacity audiences and Phil Brooke, one of the region’s finest guitarists, takes centre stage on Sunday 19 April at 7.30pm. Phil is highly regarded by other musicians. He is comfortable playing a variety of styles and he will re-visit the music of some of the exponents of the guitar in jazz trios. People such as Herb

Daniel Williams, Chief Executive of Big C - Norfolk's Cancer Charity, has announced that he will be standing down from this position at Big C later this year, after eight years in post.

Daniel will be building his own consultancy, ‘YourNorfolk’, focusing his experience across the wider spectrum of voluntary sector activities in the County.

Philip Blanchflower, Chairman of Big C, says “During Daniel's time with us Big C has expanded its income and activities very considerably. Whilst continuing to provide funding for research, including its recent £250,000 grant towards the Bob Champion Research & Education Building; it has developed its support and information services for patients and families, opening centres in Great Yarmouth and Kings Lynn, and expanding activities at the Big C Centre at NNUH. The Trustees feel a deep sense of gratitude to Daniel for his outstanding leadership in achieving this success, and he carries our best wishes in his new undertaking."

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Ellis and Barney Kessel with Oscar Peterson, Tal Farlow and Jimmy Raney with Red Norvo and Oscar Moore with Nat Cole. He will be accompanied by two musicians who are no strangers to The Hub and are also amongst the best in their field, Simon Brown on piano and Ivars Galenieks on double bass. A highly talented trio. Tickets are £8 from the box office Tel: 01263 822347 or online at www.sheringhamlittletheatre.com

Big C’s Chief Executive sets out on a new venture

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Daniel says “The experience of working with inspirational Trustees, staff and volunteers, and of being able to contribute to the Big C story is one that I will always treasure. My greatest inspiration has been the bravery and determination of so many of those affected by cancer themselves to make a difference for those that follow”.

Big C, Norfolk’s Cancer Charity, is a completely independent charity, committed to improving the lives of those affected by cancer in Norfolk.

Together with the local community, Big C funds world class research into cancer at the UEA and Norwich Research Park, as well as cutting edge diagnostic and treatment equipment for Norfolk’s hospitals.

Big C also runs cancer support and information centres in Norwich, King’s Lynn and Great Yarmouth, that offer practical and emotional support for anyone affected by cancer, including carers, friends and families, at a time when they need it most.

Lumiere Rouge Jazz Band looking for Cornet/Trumpet Player

The Lumiere Rouge Jazz Band, together for almost 20 years playing classic New Orleans/traditional jazz, are seeking a cornet/trumpet player for work in the Norfolk/Suffolk area. Background and experience in the specific style of music would be an advantage and preferred. For further details and information regarding the band’s venues call 01263 825218.

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M. R. R. Electrical Services

Installations - Rewires - Maintenance Work Condition Reports - Testing - Certification Part P Registered - Fully Insured No Obligation Free Quotations Call Martin on 01692 500662 or 07795 067568

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BUILDING SERVICES * Extensions * Garages * Garden Walls * Conservatory bases * Alterations * Plastering * Tiling * Property Maintenance

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

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Washing machines, dishwashers, tumble dryers, cookers, car batteries, radiators, anything metal we will collect.

We will pay for large quantities.

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R Bell Tree Services

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

Natural Gas & LPG Boilers / Fires / Cookers Installations / Servicing / Repairs Tel: 01692 409080 Mob: Flushing 07818 418447 System Power Visit us at www.rbelltreeservices.co.uk A North Company 14 Birch Close, Walsham North Walsham, Norfolk NR28 0UD All Domestic & Commercial Work

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Plumbing

Air source heat pumps Underfloor heating Hot water cylinders Bathrooms Repairs & Maintenance

MAINTENANCE PROPERTY SERVICES

Fencing / Concrete Pads Drainage Patios / Driveways / Decking Fascias / Soffits / Guttering Re-Felting Sheds & Summer Houses

Bathrooms & Kitchens Small Extensions Fully Insured Council Approved 15 Years Experience

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External and internal work, including decking, door hanging, skirting, timber frame windows, flooring, dry walling, stud work, kitchen fitting, tiling and more.

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Andrew Benn 01263 761133

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Debonair Dogs Grooming Parlour

01692 501212 07817 179228

Full Grooming & Hydrobathing Available

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AL-HAQQ’S KITCHEN

Tandoori Indian Takeaway FREE HOME DELIVERY in North Walsham on orders over ÂŁ12

Opening hours 5pm - 11pm SEVEN DAYS A WEEK

Special offer every Thursday Choice of set meal ÂŁ7.25 or ÂŁ7.75

Set meal (8 items inc salad & dips) ÂŁ11.95

Tel: 01692 404031 / 404071

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AL-HAQQ’S KITCHEN Gavin Watson - Electrician Tandoori Indian Takeaway New Installations Re-Wires Extensions Upgrades Maintenance Shed/Workshop DELIVERY to Cromer,Supplies Suffield Park, HOME Electrical Testing & Certification Roughton & Northrepps on orders over £12 (Delivery charge applies ) Part 'P' Approved Opening hours 5pm - 11pm Domestic Installer SEVEN DAYS A WEEK Free Estimates Request Thursday Special offerOnevery Choice of set meal Backed £7.25 Warranty or £7.75 Industry Standard Insurance Set meal (8 items inc salad & dips) £11.95

Tel: 01692 404031 / 404071

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gardening services

all gardening work large or small free quotes. over 35 years experience please contact

01692 403020 or mob: 07941 564471

lawns cut, hedges and all garden maintenance

PAINTER & DECORATOR INTERIOR & EXTERIOR

Call Andrew for a free quote on

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Painter and Decorator Ceramic Tiler Home Improvements

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SUCCESS TASTES SWEET FOR LOCAL MARMALADE MAESTROS The results are in, and a growing Norfolk business has emerged triumphant for the second year running from the World’s Original Marmalade Awards.

Ollands Farm Foods, based in Happisburgh, has scooped three awards at this year’s ceremony, held at the Dalemain Mansion and Gardens in Cumbria on 1 March. Their Seville Orange Marmalade with Whisky brought home a silver award in the Artisan Awards category, with both their Seville Orange Marmalade and their Lemon and Lime Marmalade taking bronze awards in the Artisan Awards category.

Mary Ann Stuart, owner of Ollands Farm Foods, is thrilled with the recognition. “Entries to the awards are welcomed from across the globe, so we’re really proud to be amongst those considered the very best. We love what we do and are fortunate that we regularly get lovely feedback from our customers at local farmer’s markets. But it does feel great when our efforts receive an official stamp of approval� she said.

All Ollands Farm Foods marmalades, jams and other preserves are made by hand in small batches using traditional methods and it’s this attention to detail which Mary Ann believes gives them the edge.

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Hedge and grass cutting, tree work, fencing, garden clearance, general garden maintenance

held at the Community Centre New Road, North Walsham

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Light Haulage

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“It’s hard work, but we believe it’s worth it to achieve Misty or Broken Glass the best quality products.

Handles, Locks & Hinges etc For UPVc Windows & Doors We use local ingredients wherever we can, although that’s tricky with marmalade!�

So what’s next for this small, Norfolk business? “We’re looking to expand our stockists across Norfolk and beyond. We’ve teamed up with several local hotels and B&Bs who are now serving our marmalades to their guests at breakfast, and we’d like to see more businesses supporting local producers in this way.

We’ll keep doing our bit to try and get Norfolk food producers on the map. But it’s not all about awards. Our favourite feedback on our marmalade came from one of our customers who thanked us for a ‘happy breakfast’. That’s the kind of response we really like to hear!�

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Blickling celebrates WI Centenary with Norfolk Belles performance

On Saturday 8 August, Last Night of the Blickling Proms will have more than one special anniversary to celebrate at its 1940’s party. Not only will it be marking the 75th anniversary of the Blickling Estate becoming part of the National Trust, but it will also be celebrating the WI Centenary with a very special performance by the Norfolk Belles.

The first WI meeting in the UK was held in Llanfairpwll on Anglesey, Wales, on 16 September 1915. Since then, the organisation has grown to become the largest women's voluntary organisation in the UK with over 212,000 Members. It was set up to encourage countrywomen to get involved in growing and preserving food to help to increase the supply of food to the war-torn nation; education and the sharing of skills have always been at the heart of the WI and this remains true today.

The Norfolk Federation itself has 165 WIs with over 5000 members and continues to grow. In the run up to the centenary celebrations, the national federation launched a ‘Singing for Joy’ competition for all WI members and so the Norfolk Belles were formed. The choir has approximately 25 members led by professional musical director Margaret Collingwood. The

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Tel: singers come from Mob: 07900 252168 across the county, some were novices to begin with, others achieved their ambitions and women won the have been singing for years and they are ably right to vote. Many WI meetings through the accompanied by Matthew Bond. Practising 2-3 years have opened with members singing the times a month, the choir is looking forward to anthem. some big performances in 2015, including joinThereis plenty to celebrate so come and join ing the orchestra on stage at Last Night of the the party; the concert will be led by conductor Blickling Proms to sing ‘Jerusalem’.

Roderick Dunk with the Sinfonia Viva OrchesLisa Ward from organisers, Revival Productra. As well as having free parking (for both tions said “We are delighted that the Norfolk coaches and cars), guests can bring their flags, Belles have agreed to perform for us as picnics and wine, dress for the occasion if they ‘Jerusalem’ has a special significance for the so wish and soak up the atmosphere with WI and it’s one of the songs that attracts a very friends. patriotic accompaniment from the crowd.”

Those not wishing to bring their own picnics Sally Paramour, a member of the Norfolk Belles and past Chairman of the Norfolk Feder- have the option to order food & drink in advance. H G Graves will be providing a deliation said “It’s been great fun singing with the cious hog roast and Carluccio’s will be Norfolk Belles. We all enjoy getting together supplying all the hampers and there will also for rehearsals, either here at our headquarters be a bar on-site. in All Saints Green or at the Methodist Church

in Chapelfield, and we’re really looking forward to joining the orchestra on stage at the Blickling Proms, it should be a great evening.”

‘Jerusalem’ was taken up as the WI’s anthem after the copyright was passed on by the suffragette movement in 1928, after they had

So, don’t miss out! Tickets (£33 in advance or £36 on the night) and all event details are available online at www.revivalproductions.co.uk or you can call the box office on 01263 223500; group discounts of up to 20% are also available.

North Walsham & District Historical Society

At our February meeting, the delightfully named Polly Ploughman gave us a fascinating talk on buttons. Polly is a member of the British Button Society and her interest in buttons was first piqued when given her Grandmother’s button box. From her extensive collection, Polly had brought with her over 1,000 buttons.

Early buttons were very simple, made of bone, wood etc. and until the Industrial Revolution, buttons were still hand-made and accordingly expensive. It was the men who wore the buttons. These days ‘celebs’ parade their wealth with flashy cars etc whereas in the past the men showed off by flaunting their expensive, hand-made buttons! We saw embossed leather buttons plus some wonderful ‘vegetable ivory’ buttons, carved from the smooth, grain-free tagua nut, which resembles elephant ivory.

With the invention of plastics, in the mid 19th century, new button types started to appear. Celluloid was easily moulded and stunning amber effects could be achieved by adding ground-down fish-scales to the plastic. Over the years, as women’s buttons became more flamboyant, men’s became plainer. ‘Button Bling’, in the form of beautifully detailed jewel

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buttons, known as “Gay '90s", were worn from c.1890. This was the Victorian ladies’ reaction to their Queen’s continued wearing of mourning black after the death of Prince Albert 30 years previously!

Polly also showed us buttons, from the early 20th century, painted in green, purple and white. These were the colours of the suffragettes so a wife could surreptitiously support the movement without her husband knowing.

Then there were the ‘Dainite’ washable and unbreakable rubber buttons which didn’t need to be cut off garments before they went through the washing mangle!

After showing us more wonderful buttons made of mother-of-pearl, glass, copper, casein and Bakelite, Polly finished her talk by urging all of us to hang onto our buttons, whether old or new.

Our next meeting is at 7.30pm on Thursday 2 April in St Benet’s Hall, North Walsham when Mary Gurteen will be talking about the history of the Norfolk dialect. Visitors are warmly welcomed.

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North Walsham and District Branch of Cats Protection

Domino, Solitaire and Octopussy, the kittens mentioned last time, have now been blood tested and we are at present waiting for the results to come back.

We will advise you of the result in the next issue.

If you include the cats that arrived last year, but were still with us in January, we have had 71 cats in care this year, 35 of which have found loving new homes. 36 of the total of 71 were signed over to Cats’ Protection by someone who was not their owner but was concerned for their welfare.

We are aware from their history that some of these did indeed originally have homes but for whatever reason their owners had abandoned them. This was the situation with a colony we dealt with last year where the owner of the adult cats, none of which had been neutered, were left when the people moved. In another instance, a mother cat had taken up residence on a car park where cats were being fed regularly by a member of the public. It is easy in these circumstances to identify the cats as being genuine strays and not just one of those that likes to wander.

When a cat turns up in someone’s garden it is essential to make appropriate

Pet Health Plans

checks to ensure that there is not an owner in the neighbourhood and that we are not “stealing” their pet. This is because, in law, a cat is regarded as being the ‘property’ of the owner and to take it would be regarded as theft in the same way as any other property. Obviously, if the cat is in danger or requires attention we can take it in if we have the room, without making the necessary checks. In these instances we would hope the owner, if there is one, would contact us to enquire whether or not their cat has been handed in. We would Sweep, who was living as a stray after his not attempt to re-home the cat straightaway in case it had an owner went into a home owner. We have in the past had cats brought to us as they look quite frail, only to find that the cat is actually well loved and receiving attention for a medical condition from their vet.

Did you know at Miramar vets you can cover your pet for preventative healthcare with our monthly payment plan – Pet Health Plans.

From as little as £12.00 per month for dogs, £11.00 per month for cats and £7.40 per month for rabbits, your pet will be protected against infectious diseases, fleas, ticks and worms throughout the year.

On the plan they will also benefit from: • Annual boosters • Kennel cough vaccination (dogs only) • Year round flea and worm control • Annual 10 point health check with Veterinary Nurse • Fly strike prevention (rabbits only) • Microchip checks • Nail clipping with Veterinary Nurse By being on the Pet Health Plan you will also save £50 annually on the total cost of your pet’s preventative health care That’s not all………. Your pet will also receive: • 50%off Microchipping • 10%off routine neutering • 10% off routine dental procedures • 10% 0ff in-house blood tests • 10% off clinical and life stage Royal Canin food bought from the practice • 10% off all pellet Excel food bought from the practice • 10% off all long term prescription drugs brought from the practice (starts in the 4th month) To sign up for the monthly payment plan call into the surgery or ring Freephone number 0800 169 9958 to speak directly to the Pet Health Plan team

OPEN DAY AT MIRAMAR VETS – SHERINGHAM Saturday 9th May 2-4 pm

Come and see the equipment in action, join in with some interactive fun tasks and enjoy some tea and cake. Staff will be on hand to chat and answer your questions and the surgery will be open for you to have a look around Cromer: Old Station Yard, Norwich Road, NR27 0HF Tel: 01263 513976 Sheringham: 15 Weybourne Road, NR26 8HF Tel: 01263 822293

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Generally speaking, efforts and checks always need to be made to make sure the cat is a stray. Enquiries to the local vets, checking with all the neighbours and putting a paper collar on the cat are the usual ways to do this and are very often successful. It can be as simple as a recent case where the cat had moved to the area and had lost its bearings or, in another instance, where the cat liked to wander but still went home regularly. However, by making these checks we can identify the genuine strays (like Joe who was mentioned last time). Whatever the circumstances, when dealing with strays, we always hold them for a short while just to make sure there is no owner out there.

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 vouchers only and will not be able to help with any other enquiries.

If you are looking for a cat or kitten (or have any other queries) please give Stephanie a call on 01692 535858. Alternatively you can visit www.northwalsham.cats.org.uk/ for a description and photographs of the cats before giving us a call on the above number to find out where any particular cat is being fostered.

Bluebell Pond Spring Clean

Spring is now with us, therefore on Sunday 26 April 10am to midday, we aim to carry out a major clean up of the pond and its surrounding area.

If you would like to help please arrive by 10am and, if possible, bring with you a wheelbarrow, rake, and/or fork. You will need to wear old clothing and wellingtons or boots.

Drinks and biscuits will be available.

Please let me know by e-mail to roy@rhaynes.go-plus .net if you will be available.

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CROMER NEEDS A NALU BEAD!

Over the Easter Holidays Wet Dog in Cromer together with ‘The Original Surf Bead’ company Nalu Beads, will be running a competition to design a special Nalu Bead for Cromer!

Nalu beads are inspired by surf spots from the UK, Europe & Worldwide.

Sometimes it’s the colours - the sky, the sea, the coastline that characterise a break or a beach, sometimes it’s the feel or the mood of a place.

The beads are hand made by skilled artisans using Murano glass that’s sourced from Italy that helps to create that unique finish to each bead. Normally the designs are done by Nalu Beads themselves, but this time it’s up to you!

Wet Dog owner Phil Weston says ‘Nalu beads are that special memento from the surf destinations you love; they reflect everything magical about that place’.

‘Our aim is to create an amazing bead that is unique to Cromer, but we want the design to come from the people who live here or visit here, those that are

the most passionate about the area’.

Sales and Marketing Manager of Nalu Beads Rhiannon Davis is delighted to be involved with the competition ‘We’re really excited to be teaming up with Wet Dog to run a competition to ‘Design a bead for Cromer’. These competitions are always really popular, it’s a great way for people to get involved in the creation of a Nalu Bead for somewhere that means so much to them.’

Entry forms will be available in Wet Dog, Tucker Street, Cromer as well as a version to download on Nalu Beads’ own website. The start date is 27th March with the closing date for entries on 17th April.

The winning design will be selected from the top five entries and the winner will be presented with their new bead together with a selection of existing Nalu Beads worth £100.

THUMBS UP FOR 'BIRDSEYE' WAGON RESTORATION Volunteers of the M&GN Joint Railway Society, the supporting charity of the North Norfolk Railway (NNR) have successfully completed the restoration of a unique 'Birdseye' wagon, believed to be the only one in the country.

The recently overhauled wagon was launched over North Norfolk Railway's recent Spring Steam Gala and will now be a permanent addition to the Railway's demonstration freight train.

To celebrate the launch, the NNR volunteer Biz Bizzel dressed up as Captain Birdseye to launch the vehicle into traffic.

The wagon is just the latest in a string of restorations funded by the 'Joint Heritage Coach Fund', which restores carriages and wagons with unique East Anglian history to working order.

Nigel Scarlett, who spearheaded the project said “It turned out to be a bigger project than anticipated. We ended up making the container entirely from scratch,

using as many salvaged bits from the original as possible.”

He added “The highlight has been seeing it in traffic over the Steam Gala weekend. The reaction from visitors and passengers was great. Getting Biz dressed up as Captain Birdseye was the icing on the cake.”

A conscious decision was made to paint the container in Birdseye colours because of the rich history it represented. Whilst coal was king in the Midlands and the North East, in East Anglia, agricultural produce and latterly fish were the moneymakers. Millions of tonnes of fish were transported by rail overnight from the ports of Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft to markets in London and further afield. Birdseye still operate a factory at Ness Point in Lowestoft.

Birdseye were approached to sponsor the wagon, but no response was received.

The wagon is a 'Conflat' type (No.B502824) and the container a British Railways 'AF' (No.AF65970B) type. The 'Conflat' was restored in 2011 and the container was purchased from the Buckinghamshire Railway Centre in 2014.

Cromer has been voted Pier Of The Year 2015 by the members of the National Piers Society. It previously won the award in 2000. Worthing took second place, with Eastbourne and Llandudno tying for third.

Cromer Pier is in its 114th year. It was designed by John James Webster (18451914). Initially a toll of 2d (1p) was levied, rising to 4d when concerts were given on the bandstand. In due course this was roofed over and converted into a roller skating rink. But by 1921 it had become a fully-fledged theatre and welcomed its first concert party, the Rolling Stones! Astonishingly the Pavilion Theatre has survived ever since and is now home to the UK’s last surviving End Of The Pier show, which is produced by Openwide Coastal and runs twice daily for 13 weeks in the summer and 4 weeks at Christmas. Such is its popularity that the theatre’s auditorium has had to be enlarged. Only four other pier theatres survive in the UK. The pier is picturesquely situated below the Victorian splendour of the Hotel de Paris, where Oscar Wilde stayed in 1892 and Stephen Fry worked as a waiter in

the 1970s. Children love to fish for crabs from its decks. An RNLI lifeboat station at the pier head contains a museum and shop. The Pier has been used in films such as Alan Partridge: Alpha Papa, and will feature in a forthcoming BBC drama series Partners In Crime, starring David Walliams and Jessica (Call The Midwife) Raine.

The pier sustained severe damage during the winter storms of 2013, forcing the cancellation of nearly two weeks’ performances in the Pavilion Theatre. Both the Box Office and Restaurant were destroyed but repairs are almost complete.

The National Piers Society’s President Gavin Henderson commented “There’s No Business like Show Business, and Cromer Pier proves it! Congratulations to all concerned.” Tom FitzPatrick, Leader of North Norfolk District Council, which owns the Pier, said: “This is a fantastic reward for the significant investment in repairs and refurbishment that has enabled us to return Cromer’s iconic landmark to its former glory”.

CROMER IS CROWNED PIER OF THE YEAR!

AB Canine Behaviour & Training Specialist Ann Corcoran ADipCBM & Qualified Puppy Instructor

Bookings being taken for Puppy & Adult training classes at various locations around North Walsham.

All classes are: Run by a qualified professional

Small groups tailored to suit puppy & owner needs Employ positive reward methods Young handlers welcome FUN!

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He visits us each JACKDAW QUENTIN CRISP (there could be others!) evening for his supper – usually chicken – he eats anything KESTREL inand the meat line, also lasagne, has a LAPWING drink of milk (he recognises the plastic milk carton and also the catflap) and PHILIP then he quite us. He has obviously been a very nice domestic pet. We PRINCE HASswiftly leaves MAGPIE have placed a CatsTHE Protection collar on him, only to find it had vanished the next day. He is PERFECTED ART paperNIGHTINGALE very allow us AND to place aPHEASANT further collar on him, and does not like being picked up. We can OFreluctant SAYINGto HELLO now stroke him and he is looking much better. He does not wish to come indoors preferring to remain outside, but is always hungry.

We are concerned as to where he spends the daylight mornings, and also the afternoons and are anxious to know of his sleeping whereabouts and whether he needs a cosy warm bed – say a cardboard box – but first of all we need to know where to place this where it is sheltered from the cold and wet.

If anyone who reads this knows anything at all about Snowie’s background would they please get in touch. Patience Eyre 01692 405200

Timeline Antiques Centre

Quality pieces from the past, for your present and future pleasure

Browse and buy antiques, collectables and decorative items in the historic North Norfolk market town of North Walsham, at a location just a short walk from the town centre and rail station.

Timeline Antiques is easy to find, located on the A149 North Walsham bypass, just south of the juncton with the B1150 Norwich Road. There is ample free parking on site.

Visit us to find that special gift, something to add to your collection or for everyday use. Advice is always on hand from an experienced sales team.

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By Nicola Graham (BA (Hons) MCFHP MAFHP) Foot Health Practitioner – Home Visits – Fully Qualified and Insured

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As part of their Paston Sixth Form College Employability Skills Award, 26 students completed a St John Ambulance course in Essential First Aid. The students now know how to deal with emergencies safely, from accidents involving broken bones and burns, to heart attacks, choking and unconsciousness. Students demonstrated their skills in recognising a range of conditions and treating the casualties, including bandaging, mouth-to-mouth resuscitation and heart massage. This is the first group of students in 2015 who have passed the award. Over the next few months many more students will be completing the course.

Some of the students are seen here with their certificates after a presentation by Kevin Grieve, Principal and Sandra Emerson, Faculty Leader.

Students commented that they really enjoyed the 3hr session, ‘I loved being covered in bandages’ and ‘it was really friendly even though you didn’t know everybody at the start’. Several students commented that they felt more prepared for going to university and employment and living independently, ‘you never know when you’re going to need it’.

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Local Brownie’s Birthday Bash

In 1995 Ann Russell started 4th North Walsham Brownies and on Wednesday 4 March they celebrated their 20th Birthday.

The girls worked in their groups called Sixes and got stuck into four St David’s Day themed activities – including the same paper daffodil craft that was done on the very first meeting.

The unit leader, Barbara Lines (Brown Owl) supervised the Brownies as they made celebration cards using 3D flowers and stickers. Ann Russell, or Old Brown as the girls call her, helped the Brownies to make paper daffodils. I

was working with the girls to decorate cupcakes. The Brownies went wild with lots of buttercream icing and coloured gel pens – although there were a few sneaky licks of the icing! The assistant leader, Charlotte Hornby, or Snowy Owl to the girls, cut lengths of elastic and the Brownies made friendship bracelets with coloured beads and letters. Brown Owl put one of each craft into

SOME THINGS WERE MADE FOR EACH OTHER« party bags and jumbled them up so the girls each received a craft made by another Brownie.

At the end of the evening, the Brownies all stood in a horseshoe and I was presented with the most prestigious award that a member of Girlguiding can achieve, the Queen’s Guide Award.

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It took me less than 18 months to complete all five sections of the award. For my service in guiding, I volunteered with 4th North Walsham Brownies and had active roles in two large scale Girlguiding events. For the outdoor challenge, I completed a 4 day expedition and for my personal skills development, I learnt new techniques of cake decorating. My community action project was on children’s reading and I got involved with local libraries reading to children.

Lastly, I attended an archaeological dig for my residential experience.

4th North Walsham Brownies is just one part of the guiding family in North Walsham. There is one Rainbow unit for girls aged 5-7, five Brownie Units, including one in Mundesley, for girls aged 7-10, two Guide units for girls aged 10-14 and a Senior Section unit for girls aged 14-25.

For more information on getting involved in Girlguiding in North Walsham contact Barbara Lines on 01692 406644.

Gemma Grimmer

John Millar would like to say a big thank you to the ladies who helped me after my fall near North Walsham High School, especially to the lady who put me in her car and took me home.

After a few stitches I am recovering well.

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NORTH WALSHAM TABLE TENNIS

GRESHAM’S WRAP UP TITLE DEFENCE, BUT NWSCA LOOK GOOD FOR SECOND PLACE

Gresham’s School A have won the Premier Division of the North Norfolk League – although it has been on the cards for a while, the team of Robin Thaxter, Haken Bennell and Hubert Cheng confirmed their status as title holders following a 10-0 win away to NWSCD. Each of the hosting trio of Mary Sawyer, Joe Kirkup and Philip Stone took a set from Bennell who saved set-points in the first set of his 15-13, 116, 5-11, 12-10 win against Stone. The two teams met again in the first semi-final of the Knockout Singles Cup with Gresham’s moving into the final with a 5-0 win with Bennell edging Kirkup 11-9, 9-11, 12-10, 11-9. A very busy few days for Kirkup also saw him play up for NWSCB alongside Dennis Elliott and Paul Price away to Outlaws where he defeated Colin Humphries in straight and pushed John Hancock to the limit – the Outlaw winning 9-11, 11-4, 11-6, 16-18, 11-9.

Elliott attacked well to beat Rick Edwards 1614, 12-10, 2-11, 11-8 but Outlaws were more or less in control during the rest of their 8-2 win. NWSCA’s John Vaughan, Andy Beane and Howard Lupton also won 8-2 against Backhanders. Other results from the division saw NWSCB beat Poachers 6-4, NWSCD lose by the same score to Backhanders (they came very close to getting a draw) and NWSCA beat Sharks 10-0. The results mean that Outlaws will require a 7-3 win or better in their final match against Gresham’s A to overtake NWSCA and claim the runners-up spot, while

NWSCD have finished the League in fifth position eight points ahead of NWSCB. Both teams have escaped the chop as Poachers and Sharks will be relegated.

The battle for the second promotion spot conIn the First division, relegation issues tinued in the Second Division as Aylsham C’s are still unclear as Gresham School B’s Brian Becky Wood and Harley and Fletcher Dyson Li, Andy Woods and Tom Sheridan hosted hosted NWSCF’s Phil Mole, Edna Stone and NWSCE’s Stuart Hook, Ben Lester and Joel Carrie Last. Wood battled well against Last Lodge. All of Li’s battles went the distance as after dropping the first 11-0, but the NWSCF he beat Lester but lost out to Hook and Lodge. player took the next two sets 13-11, 12-10 beGood control by Lodge saw him beat Woods in fore borrowing her opponent and friend’s shoes four, but the Gresham’s player picked up a for the rest of the match! A thriller saw Wood brace which included a win in five against come back from three match-points down as Hook. Sheridan took a maximum with a trio of she trailed Stone 7-10 in the fourth before forc- wins in four as Gresham’s won the match 6-4. ing a decider by taking the set 14-12. Wood Elsewhere a two man NWSCC team lost 7-3 to then had match-point twice in the fifth, but this Crosscourts. NWSCC are in a comfortable potime it was Stone who won the match 14-12. sition in the table, but NWSCE are in the danStone also had three chances to take Harley ger zone. They are only one point behind Dyson the distance once more at 10-7 in the Aylsham B and safety and hence face a huge fourth, but the Aylsham player came through match as that is the very team they have to play 15-13. With Stone beating Fletcher in straight, in their last match – but Aylsham B have the both Dyson brothers won in three against Last luxury of a game in hand against Aylsham A. but lost the doubles in four to maximum man What’s On at NORTH WALSHAM Mole and Last as COMMUNITY CENTRE NWSCF won the match (Tel: 01692 403594) 7-3. With NWSCF losing 8-2 to Mundesley www.nw-cc.co.uk A, LCC Lobsters will 28 March ..........Thrillbillies Country ..............£6 ....8.15pm-11.30pm .... 402991 only need to take three 4 April ...............Private Party ................................................................ points from their final 10 April .............Ceroc Dance ................................................................403594 match against LCC

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Thurs 2 April – 10.30am - North Walsham Lyngate Rd Walk - Grade 2 – Approx. 2.5 miles – A new walk on minor roads, tracks and field paths from North Walsham centre to the nearby countryside. Meet at the corner of Vicarage Street and North Street near the Vicarage Street Pay and Display car park (find own parking), NR28 9DG.

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Weds 8 April – 11am Ebridge Mill Canal Walk – Grade 1 Bookable Walk – Approx. 1 mile – A flat walk along the old Dilham/North Walsham Canal and back to this disused mill. Meet at the layby near Ebridge Feeds, White Horse Common, North Walsham, NR28 9NH – (leave North Walsham on the Happisburgh Rd past the High School).

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North Walsham Times 467 March 28th 2015