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Issue no 519 May 20th 2017

Volunteers Needed for Community Speed Watch Team in North Walsham

Volunteers are needed to help tackle the common complaint of speeding in North Walsham.

Speeding along New Road in North Walsham was adopted as priority following Safer Neighbourhood Action Panel (SNAP) meeting in March.

Community Speed Watch was launched in 2007 and is a project working across Norfolk empowering communities to play an active part alongside the Police and the Safety Camera Partnership in tackling the problem of speeding in their neighbourhoods. A team of volunteers (minimum of 6) are issued with a speed radar gun, Community Speed Watch signs and reflective jackets. Volunteers are given full training and site risk assessments are completed by the police.

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Volunteers Needed for Community Speed Watch Team in North Walsham

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Speed checks are carried out in 30 and 40mph limits, the volunteers record details of offending vehicles and these are sent to the Safety Camera Partnership team. A warning letter is sent to the registered keeper of offending vehicles and persistent offenders are visited by police.

Community Engagement Officer, PC Pete Davison said “Community Speed Watch is there to promote road safety, we would rather educate drivers than prosecute them. We have successful schemes set up in many towns and villages across North Norfolk, it really does reduce speeding and I feel that North Walsham would see real benefits from having a Community Speed Watch team. For those people who complain about speeding I would say please think about Community Speed Watch”.

If you would like to get involved or find out more please contact PC Pete Davison at North Walsham Police Station by dialling 101.

North Norfolk Social Centre for the Blind

Thursday 4 May was our Annual Spring Dinner at the Goat Inn Skeyton.

We had a beautiful meal with a choice of beef or turkey and all the trimmings. The dessert was a choice of raspberry pavlova or apple crumble with tea or coffee to finish. We would like to thank all the staff at the Inn who helped with serving the meals and to the Chef who cooked it. This is the second year that we have had our annual meal at the Inn and it has been a pleasure both times.

The April meeting was held at the Community Centre on Thursday 6 April and we were entertained by The Squeegees, a singing duo who sang a medley of songs from the 50s 60s & 70s. This duo has been coming for quite some time now and it is always a pleasure to welcome them every time.

Thursday 2 March was our AGM and the committee was voted back.

The Chairperson gave a wonderful speech and thanked everyone on the committee for the time they give to make this a successful Club.

Our fundraising to date from raffles and the second hand clothing stall is £70.

We are sure that all members would like to wish George, a long standing member of the Club, a very speedy recovery after suffering a stroke - we wish you well George and hope to see you back soon for your 100th birthday, which won't be long now.

The Club opens its doors at the Community Centre in North Walsham on the 1st Thursday of every month at 2pm.

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Nick Clancy receiving his waxing her head to the elements with a full head shave in JJ'S hairdressers.

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Open Studios Art Trail

As part of the Norfolk and Norwich Festival, hundreds of artists across Norfolk are opening up their studios and workshops to welcome the public for them to see their art work and how and where they create it.

It's a great opportunity to meet and chat to artists and it's all free!

This artistic event, one of the largest in the country, runs from Saturday 27 May to Sunday 11 June. A free lively and colourful 75 page brochure with all the artists and pictures of examples of their work provides studio addresses, contact details and web sites. It is widely available in libraries, Tourist Information Centres, restaurants, pubs and cafes throughout the area - please pick one up!

There will be a Taster Exhibition to give the public a view of the wide variety of work on offer in North Norfolk. It will help art lovers decide on which studios they wish to visit. It takes place from Saturday 5 May right through to Sunday 11 June. The venue is the lovely atmospheric Old Workshop Gallery in Corpusty.

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So join in and sample the artistic delights on offer!

There are five artists involved Beccy Thompson (glass work) Antingham; Sue Rainsford (textiles/smocks) North Walsham; Berni Marfleet (scrap metal sculptures) North Walsham; Sheila Robinson (painting, bookbinding) Lower Southrepps; Ken Riches (painting) Thorpe Market

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There are a number of Art Trails being organised to bring together small groups of local artists.

One of the longest established Trails is based around North Walsham and involves local

The Vernon Arms in Southrepps will also be staging a small show and is great place to end - or start your Trail! - with a pint and some of their excellent menu.

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The latest event in St Margaret’s 2017 series of exhibitions welcomes a group of artists from the NOVA group (North Norfolk Organisation for the Visual Arts), who will be holding a free exhibition over the Spring Bank Holiday period. The exhibition with be open 10am until 5pm daily, except Sundays when the exhibition opens at 11.30am.

The work of the participating artists encompasses a stimulating range of styles and subjects.

Susanne Lakin and Rainie Kay make quirky and imaginative images using a variety of media.

Leslie Hawkes Nockels concentrates on evocative landscapes

Lesley Ash is a sensitive sculptor of animals and figures.

Christopher Sharpe's studio produces colourful and emotive abstract oil paintings.

John Rance's thoughtful work in 2-D & 3-D evolves from contemporary ideas.

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REGULAR EVENTS

North Norfolk Chorale : Wed 7.30 – 9.30 pm 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 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 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 2 March, 1 June, 7 September, 2 November and 7 December 2016. Carers, Spouses or Partners are welcome to attend. Please bring raffle prize to help offset the cost of lunch. Contact: 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 have moved to the St Nicholas room for all future meetings. Visitors welcome to our meetings that take place the first Tuesday in the month at 2pm and finish 4pm. Any queries please contact our Secretary on 01692 402426 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, NR28 9DT - Sunday Family Worship at 10am, Special afternoon meetings as advertised, Mondays 'Army Bears' (parents & toddlers) 9.30am, Lunch Club 12.30pm, Friendship Club 1.45pm, CLIC (ages 7-12) 4.30pm, Thursdays 9.30am 11.30am, Coffee morning & Sale 1.45pm(1st & 3rd weeks) - for more info contact Major Richard Durrant on 01692 652263 or richard.durrant@salvationarmy.org.uk 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 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 every other Wed 6.45pm at N Walsham High School, Spenser Avenue. www.nnsc.co.uk, northnorfolkspeakersclub@gmail.com or Jo 01692 405946 North Walsham & District Lions Club Bingo every Wednesday evening at the Community Centre New Rd North Walsham - eyes down at 8pm. Contact Lion Elize Wheeler (Secretary) on 01692 219459 or 07788 940909’ 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.

Visit www.cornerstonechurchnw.org.uk 07913515072 Nth Walsham Countrysiders Club for young people 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.

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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.

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 A Wilkinson 01692 500710 & 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 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 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). Ses-

sional 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 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 on an appointment basis by contacting the Curator/Custodian of the museum Dave Pollitt ddavepollit@aol.com 07795 261326 / 01692 406261. 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 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 is a fun and lively preschool music session for babies and up to 4 years old held at Victory Swim and Fitness Centre in North Walsham on Tuesdays 10.30am and Wednesdays 10am and 11am (offer of half price swim when signed up. Prices start from £3.50, book for 6 or 12 weeks. Tel 07780 611106 for booking or further 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 Sheringham Singers Tuesdays 2-4pm Lighthouse Community Church Sheringham. New singers always welcomed to this friendly ladies choir. 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 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. NR11 8RT Martial Arts Judo - Tue nights - well established and friendly club. Millfield Primary School, N Walsham, Hazel 01263 579345 Colby and Banningham WI - meet at Banningham village hall second Wed of the month - ex Aug. Starts 7.20pm, includes 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, pop along to discover more. Contact Tel: 01692 538241 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 Junior Tennis Coaching - 9am in the Sports Hall at the High School. All equipment is supplied and all children are welcome. Contact Mike 01692 402665 or 07415 798819 ‘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 please contact Hayley, via email: walshamwritersgroup@gmail.com 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. Julie 07592 535477 REME Association Cromer & District Branch meetings 1st Wed each month Halsey House, Norwich Rd, Cromer.

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Haddock Benedict

This month's recipe is provided by Joe Stacey, demi-chef de partie at the Dales. It includes a bonus recipe for English Muffin. Try it and see what you think!

Ingredients 1 block of butter 4 egg yolk 1tsp white wine vinegar 2 haddock fillets

Handful of spinach 2x eggs 1x half of savoury muffin

Method To make your hollandaise 1. Firstly melt the block of butter so the butter and milk separate and pour of the butter. This clarifies the butter.

2. Secondly prepare a bain marie of hot water. Take 4 eggs and separate the yolks and put into a mixing bowl.

3. Add a tsp of white wine vinegar to the yolks and mix together. Then place the bowl above the bain marie.

4. Next is the tricky and very important part. Very slowly and gently pour the butter into the yolk and vinegar ixture and mix vigorously until it starts to form a creamy consistency. Lastly, season to taste.

5. This is now ready to serve. Prepare this before

starting the rest of the dish.

1. Prepare a shallow pan of milk. This is to poach your haddock fillet. Bring this to a simmer.

2. Next, boil a pan of water to poach your eggs.

When the milk is simmering place the haddock in the milk to poach.

3. When the haddock is nearly cooked, Bring the pan of water to a simmer and crack your eggs in to poach. While the eggs and fish are cooking, pre- heat a frying pan.

4. When the pan is hot, place a knob of butter in the pan and wilt the spinach with a little bit of seasoning.

When the spinach is wilted, place onto a doubled up sheet of kitchen towel to drain excess oil.

5. Remove the eggs and the haddock from both the water and milk when cooked and also place on doubled up kitchen towel to drain excess liquid.

6. To plate, place half of one of your homemade muffins on a plate then top with your wilted spinach.

On top of this place the poached haddock then the poached eggs on top. Finish with a generous helping of hollandaise over the top of the dish.

Alternately to homemade muffins, you can buy English muffins and just toast before serving.

English Muffin

Ingredients (Makes 8) 150g strong white bread flour plus extra for flouring 6g fast-action yeast 6g salt 15g caster sugar 15g softened butter, cut into small pieces 1 medium free-range egg lightly beaten 170ml oz milk Oil for greasing 15g semolina or polenta, extra for dusting

Method 01263 824555 1. Firstly tip the flour into a mixing bowl.

Sprinkle the yeast on one side of the flour and 01263 838383 the salt into the other side of the flour. Add the sugar, butter, egg and milk, then mix all the 01263 579579 ingredients together to form a soft dough.

2. Next move the mixture onto a lightly floured surface and then knead for 10 minutes or until soft and stretchy.

3. Now lightly grease a large with your oil and the place the dough in the bow. Cover this and leave to prove for an hour or until the dough has doubled in size.

4. Dust your work surface with a mixture of semolina/ polenta and flour.

5. Tip the dough onto the work surface and roll till it is roughly 2.5cm thick.

6. Lightly dust two baking trays with half of the semolina or polenta.

7. Using a 9cm/ 3 ½ oz straight sided cutter, cut out eight muffin. Place four muffins, evenly spaced apart on each of the dusted baking trays. Dust the remaining semolina or polenta over the top of the muffins.

8. Leave to prove for another 30 minutes.

9. Preheat the hot plate or a heavy-based frying pan on the hob to a very low heat. Griddle the muffins for approximately 5-6 minutes, then flip over and griddle for another 5-6 minutes on the other side.

This is a staple on our breakfast menus which is a luxurious way to start the day. Also a lovely alternative to have at dinner time.

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Ballroom & Latin Dance Classes every Monday 7.30pm8.30pm Improver's Level 1 and 8.30pm-9.30pm Beginner's Level 1 at The Catholic Church Hall, King's Arms St., N Walsham, NR28 9JP. Contact Yvonne on 01263 824145 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 every Wed 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 Aged 13-17? Ever wanted to fly? Ever wanted to shoot? For free? Well now you can! Join North Walsham Air Training Corps for these opportunities inc adventurous training, gliding, Duke of Edinburgh awards, sports and much more. Visit www.raf.mod.uk/aircadets or call Officer Commanding Alan Stevens on 07979 075825, or visit us on a parade evening between 1900 - 2130 on Mon or Thur at the ATC Hut, N. Walsham Junior School, Manor Road Rock Buns and Rolling Pins is North Walsham's newest WI, meeting on the third Wednesday of each month at St Benets Hall, Vicarage Street, North Walsham at 7pm.

Visitors welcome at £4 per meeting. Please contact us on rockbunsandrollingpins@gmail.com 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 2nd Tue of the month at the Congregational Church Hall, Cromer Road, N Walsham. All welcome. 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 (NNARG) meet every week on Thursdays 9am-12am at 88 Central Road, Cromer.

We can offer advice, workshop facilities and Amateur radio licence training up to advanced level. Ring Bill 01263 512377 or Charlie 01263 824275 for more info North Walsham Access and Independent Living Group meet every other month at St.Nicholas Rooms. Easy access for wheelchairs. Refreshments. Everyone welcome - new or old members. Sandra 01692 404750 or Lisa 01692 404021 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-3pm, Tue 9am–12noon, Wed 9am–12noon, Thur Closed, our 'Seedlings' Mother and Toddler Grouup is open 10am– 12noon, Fri 9am-3pm. Places available for 2-5 year 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

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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 Joan 01692 405676 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 info 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 6-11 years - All welcome at N. Walsham Sports Centre 4pm till 6pm Sunday 15 February to Sunday 5 April - £4 per session. For more info 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 2nd Thurs each month at Bodham Village Hall, 2pm-4pm. Secretary Jan Boyden 01263 826970. New members are always welcome and we would love to hear from anyone who is interested in joining us.

North Walsham Friday Group - Mixed ability group for all ages, giving opportunities in a friendly environment for disabled people in NE Norfolk. 9.30am - 2.30pm at St. Benets Hall, N Walsham. Many activities run every week with outside visitors too. Users pay by personal budget of of a daily rate according to their need. Amanda 07799 307299 North Walsham and Area Scooterists meet 2nd Thursday of every month at 7.15pm at Bluebell PH, North Walsham.

Meet up with ride out (weather permitting). All welcome. More details on Facebook North Walsham & Bradfield Flower Club (NAFAS) meets in The Catholic Church Hall, North Walsham 2.30pm on 4th Thurs each month. Contact Glenis Dillon on 01692 404628 Meditation classes in Aylsham at the Friends Meeting House, Peggs Yard, NR11 6ER on Thursday lunchtimes from 12.30pm - 1.30pm, term time only North Walsham & Bradfield Flower Club (NAFAS) meet in The Catholic Church Hall, North Walsham at 2.30pm on 4th Thursday each month. Please contact Glenis Dillon on 01692 404628 for further information Mundesley Table Tennis Club meet in the Coronation Hall most Thurs from 7pm. All players from age 8 and of any standard of play welcome. 01263 722930 or 07828 175493 New beginners classes Tai Chi & Qigong – every Tue with Julian Wilde & Elaine Tattersall St. Benets Hall, Vicarage Rd, N Walsham, NR28 9DQ - Qigong 6.30pm - 7.30pm, £5 and Tai Chi 7.30pm - 8.30pm, £5. Join anytime. Contact Julian or Elaine tel. 01603 466120 visit www.taichi-norwich.co.uk or email taichischoolnorwich@gmail.com North Norfolk Pride Represents LGBT+ people in North Norfolk. See North Norfolk Pride Facebook page for information on our social events North Walsham Spiritualist Centre meets on Sundays 6.30pm-8pm at St John's Ambulance Hall, North Walsham Gresham Village Hall Table Top Sales on first Saturday every month from 3 October 2015 until 2 April 2016 - set up at 8.30am, doors open 9am, tables £5. All proceedings to Hall funds – the hall is next to Gresham Church on East Beckham Lane NR11 8RT. Bookings and enquiries please call Mr D Logan on 01263 577691 T’ai Chi Qigong exercises and Sun Form for Arthritis on Tuesdays 2pm – 3.15pm at Roman Catholic Church Hall, North Walsham – newcomers welcome. For more information Tel 01692 403789 Cromer Orchestra welcomes new members especially string and brass players. We meet at the Belfry Arts Centre Overstrand on Monday evenings 7pm – 9pm. All we ask is that you bring your instrument, a music stand and lots of enthusiasm. Tel Norman Moor 01263 511600

North Walsham Farmers Market 10am-2pm every last Sunday of each month. A good range of stalls in the Market Place and half pitch fees donated to local charities. Free entry and Free Parking on Vicarage St Car Pk, Nigel 01692 409181 Nelson Quilters meet at the Community Centre, North Walsham 9.30am - 12.30pm on the 1st Wed in the month Dilham Jazz Workshop meets 8pm to 10pm on first & third Tuesdays each month at Dilham Village Hall. If you play an instrument or are looking to expand your playing ability by 'keeping your hand in' the workshop would be pleased to see you. Details from 07703 697397 or turn up on the night St Nicholas’ Parish Church, North Walsham Sunday services at 8am, 10am and 6.30 pm. All welcome. Sunday Kids meet at 9.45am in the church hall in term times. For more information please call Revd Paul Cubitt, Vicar, on 01692 406380 http://www.saint-nicholas.org.uk/ Cameo Café a dementia friendly cafe for people with dementia & their carers, friends or family or anyone who would like to meet new friends every Tuesday & Thursday 10am to 3pm at Furze Hill Resource Centre, 73 Happisburgh Rd, North Walsham . For more details telephone 01692 405239 or 01692 502708 or email enquiries@nwdementiasupportgroup.org.uk’ Line Dancing at Bacton-on-Sea Village Hall, Coast Road, Bacton every Monday morning 10am – 12noon. New dancers made welcome. Modern and traditional dances for all abilities.

Refreshments provided. £3/session. Jacqui 01692 581857 Tennis - ladies morning 10am at North Walsham Memorial Park every Monday. If you can play come along for a friendly game. Tel Sue 01692 535670 Alcoholics Anonymous meet every Tuesday and Friday at 7pm for 7.15pm at Cromer Methodist Church Hall, Hall Road, Cromer NR27 9DT. Anyone who wants to stop drinking is welcome. AA Helpline is 01603 621168’ Mundesley and District SSAFAgettes meet 3rd Wednesday every month 1.45pm for 2pm to plan social activities and fundraising for SSAFA. Coronation Hall, 26 Cromer Rd., NR11 8BE. Come join us, meet new friends and help those that serve. 01692 400877 lambert.ja@icloud.com Cantamus Choir - Thursday 7.30. At St. Margarets Church, Thorpe Market. Join our friendly group, some ability to read music an advantage. New members always welcome. Further details to Katayoun 01263 833847 or katayounpd@gmail.com Ballroom Dancing Tithe Barn, Horstead Thur eves 8pm10pm ballroom, Latin and rock and roll dancing by the Wellington Dance Group. Very social, tea, coffee and biscuits at half time! Room for 10 couples and we have space for a further three. Please contact Marion on 01263 837512 or the leaders of the Club Mr & Mrs Cox on 01603 737907 North Walsham Congregational Church, Cromer Rd welcomes you to their Coffee Mornings 3rd Sat every month from January 2017. All funds raised for Window Fund Repairs Sheringham Anxiety and Depression Club. Meet at Lighthouse Church 62 Cromer Road Sheringham NR26 8RT. 1st and 3rd Tue each month 7-9pm. Luke 07964 542602 Walking Football at Erpingham Multi-Use Games Area (NR11 7QD) every Wednesday at 10am £2 per session and evening Walking Football sessions 7.30pm - 8.30pm £2.50 per session every Tuesday under floodlights when necessary. All sessions are led by a qualified instructor, with warm-up and warm-down at either end to help prevent injuries. Just turn up and play (trainers please, no studs), or phone Bill on 07979 633000 for more info’ North Walsham Velo (NWV) is a group of cyclists who enjoy biking on the roads of Norfolk. The goal of the club is to encourage safe road cycling practices that promote a healthy, active, environmentally aware lifestyle in our community. The Club welcomes members of all skill levels and encourages regular participation in organised cycling events. Beginners rides on Tuesday evenings at 6.30pm, Ladies rides on Wednesday evenings at 6.30pm. Fast, medium, and social group rides on Sunday mornings at 8am leaving the clock in Market Place. See www.northwalshamvelo.co.uk for more details @NWVELO

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Thrills and Spills return to Cromer

Soapbox Derby Sunday 6 August

The third running of what is now becoming one of the dates in the North Norfolk ‘fun events’ sports calendar is set to bring another round of thrills and spills to the streets of Cromer on Sunday 6 August.

The event is already attracting interest with budding soapbox racers drawing up plans for their carts. The entry form and regulations are freely available from The Cottage in Cromer or from the Cromer Carnival website.

This year’s event has a new sponsor, The Westerleigh Group, who operate the newly opened Cromer Crematorium. Commenting on the sponsorship, Crematorium manager Sam Dellbridge said “We are delighted to support Cromer Carnival and wish everyone a fun packed week of entertainment."

Tony Shipp, Chairman of Cromer Carnival said “I am delighted to have the support of The Westerleigh Group as a new sponsor to

Cromer Carnival”.

Commenting on this year’s Soapbox Derby he said “We are excited about the way this year’s event is shaping up. We have retained last year’s higher jump and will be extending the landing ramp so that the carts that fly from the top of the ramp have a better chance of hitting the landing area, thus giving an even fast, and of course smother, landing.”

He continued “The start ramp is the same as last year with the usual tight chicane to allow the drivers to show their skills on the way to

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the finish line.”

Scrutineering for the event opens at 11.30am, with the first cart away at 2pm all entries will be given at least two runs so that they can try to improve their time and have a chance of lifting the Malcolm McGreadie Cup for the fastest driver.

There are also prizes for fastest cart in each of the three classes and a Concourse de Elegance competition with a certificate for the best soapbox in each class.

The three classes are two junior classes 10 – 15 years and 16 - 18 years with an adult class for those aged 19 and over. More than one driver can use the same cart as long as it passes scrutineering and all drivers who are racing have a fitting crash hat. The closing date for entries is 29 July, although subject to the number of entries on the day, late entries may be accepted.

So, if you want the thrill of racing in front of an audience of hundreds, and to be crowned fastest driver down the hill, pick up an entry form and start building.

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WHAT’S ON WHERE

An Evening of Mediumship with Roger Colman at Queen Elizabeth Hall, Worstead on Friday 2 June at 7.30pm – tickets £8 available from Shirley 01692 406582 or on the door Diabetes UK North Norfolk Group Meeting - our guest speaker on Thursday 25 May will be Senior Diabetes Specialist Nurse Liesl Richardson from The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital. The meeting starts at 7.30pm at The Methodist Church Hall, Cromer. For more info please contact Jackie or David on 01692 405492 or visit www.north-norfolk.diabetesukgroup.org

Bacton Art Group Annual Art Exhibition and Sale at Bacton Village Hall on Saturday 27, Sunday 28 and Monday 29 May 10am - 5pm daily as usual an exciting range of subjects and medium. Refreshments available.

Free entry and free car parking. Bring all the family as we have a painting

Jazz in May

corner for children accompanied by an adult and provide all the materials

Aylsham Open Gardens on Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 June 11am 4pm - day ticket £5 per person on the day from the Aylsham Heritage Centre in St Michael's Churchyard. More than 15 fabulous gardens from Riverside Acres to Cosy Cottage. Plants and refreshments for sale. All money goes to charities. Sorry, no dogs in gardens. More info 01263 734408 or www.aylshaminbloom.weebly.com

A Small Town For Murder presented

by North Walsham People’s Theatre on Saturday 20 May, 7.30pm at the Sacred Heart Parish Hall, North Walsham. Tickets £5 (show only) or £10 (fish and chip supper and the show). Box office 01692 404533 or book online www.new-stages.co.uk

Tea Dance at North Walsham Community Centre on Monday 22

May 2pm to 4.30pm - admission £2 including refreshments

'Eye in the Sky' (15, 2016) at Aylsham Town Hall, Aylsham on 26 May at 7.30pm (£5). For more info or to view latest updates visit www.creativeartseast.co.uk/ whats-on/. Creative Arts East is an arts and community development charity founded in 1994 with the focus of taking the arts into rural communities. Creative Arts East works throughout Norfolk, Suffolk & the East running Creative Arts East Live! & Village Screen – rural touring schemes for live performance and cinema; and a variety of projects concerned with creative learning, health & wellbeing and volunteer development

Summer Concert by The Double Octave Choir on Friday 9 June at 7.30pm at Erpingham Church, off Eagle Lane, Erpingham NR11 7EX -

choir returning by popular request with programme to include British Folk Songs, Gilbert & Sullivan, Morten Lauridsen. Tickets £7, OAPS & under 18s £5 from 01263 761702/768209/761666 or on the door

Flower Festival ‘What’s my Line?’ at St Bartholomew Church, Sloley NR12 8HL Friday 16, Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 June 10am – 4pm daily – tombola and cake stall, refreshments all day, light lunches 12noon – 2pm. £25 cash prize to name ‘What’s my Line?’ competition.

Programme and competition £1

Valuation Evening with Keys of Aylsham at Paston Church, Bacton Road NR28 9TA on Thursday 8 June at 7pm - bring along your antiques, heirlooms and collectibles.

Refreshments served during event.

Fundraising for church building to protect our heritage

Vic Brown (drums).

Sunday 28 May at The Hub, Sheringham Little Theatre. NR26 8RE 7.30pm Paul Hill Quartet Paul Hill (guitar) returns to the Hub after too long an absence. Paul is well known on the regional jazz scene. He plays all styles of music with The Norfolk Dixieland Jazz Band will be different line-ups and performs as a solo guitarist playing its first gig at the King’s Head on and accompanist. He is also a busy teacher and 21 May. The other dates will be Sundays recording artist. His programme on 28 May will 30 July and 24 September and Monday 28 be taken from well known jazz standards and August (Bank Holiday). Music will start at the Great American Song Book. The musicians 3pm. The band hopes that this will become Paul Hill playing with Paul are all highly talented and another popular North Norfolk jazz venue. familiar faces at the Hub. Martin Eaton (tenor The regular ensemble will be playing : saxophone and vocals), Ivars Galenieks (bass) and Alex Best (drums).

John Gooding (cornet), Tim Densham Tickets £9.50 from the box office Tel: 01263 822347 or on-line at (clarinet and saxophones), Bill Brewer www.sheringhamlittletheatre.com (transaction fee applies). (trombone), Peter Gregory (banjo and guitar), Liz Underdown ( bass), Sunday 21 May at The King’s Head, High Street, Cromer, NR27 9HG 3pm Norfolk Dixieland Jazz Band -

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2017 sees the Funday become Four Days of Fun

Thursday 22 June - Neil R Storey returns to his home town to enthral us with Tales of Walsham to be held at The Atrium, 7.30pm start.

Tickets will be £8 & will be available from Swallows Coffee Shop from 22 May.

Sunday Carvery 12noon±6.00pm only £9.95

Family friendly Sports Bar and Grill Hole in One @ Links -West Runton - 01263 838383 Memorial Park - stalls, vintage vehicles, dog displays, rides, food, arena displays & all the fun of the fair. Music will provided by The Ugly Dog Skiffle Combo & The Grease Monkeys.

L Gray & Sons have asked to be part of our town’s celebrations & are bringing along their Fun Fair rides for us to enjoy throughout our events.

Friday 23 June - Family Fun Night will be held in the marquee on the Memorial Park. Entertainment comes in the form of Razz & Auntie Pearl along with characters from Arnie's Attic, 6.30pm until 9.30pm. Tickets will be available on the door. Under 16s go free. Over 16s £2.50.

For more information on any of our planned events please contact Andrea Canham 01692 406415, fundaycomm@gmail.com or via our website www.funday.north-walsham.com

Saturday 24 June - Beer & Bands will be held in the marquee on the Memorial Park. Tickets £5.

Detour kick of the proceedings at 3.30pm followed by City of Stories at 5pm, The Streamlines at 6pm, Helen Bluebelle at 7.15pm and Raw Edge at 8pm. The closing the event will be the One & Only The Casemakers at 9.30pm. As if this wasn't enough, Lexie Blake will be wowing us with her Fire Breathing skills!

Vintage Cars – Carl Baker 07833 968637 Advertising – Colin Jeary jeabol@aol.com Stalls – Andrea Canham 01692 406415

photos: Andrea Hudson

Sunday 25 June - The Funday! 12noon – 5pm on the

Spines set to tingle this summer

A heady cocktail of spine-chilling premier, comedy, thriller and elegant wit will being served up during Sheringham Little Theatre’s summer drama season.

The five-show programme, opening on 21 July and running until 13 September is aimed to amuse, bemuse and thrill.

Sheringham remains one of a handful of remaining outposts of professional summer ‘repertory’ theatre, where cast members learn a range of different roles.

This summer sees a mix ranging from bed-hopping farce to the wit of Noel Coward. But it also includes a premier of a play within a play ghost story - The Revival (Scared to Death) penned by James Cawood, whose drama Stone Cold Murder featured in last summer's summer programme.

Theatre director Debbie Thompson said “James was pleased with the way we produced it and sent us the new script to try. He will be involved with rehearsals - making it the first time we have had a playwright involved with a premier here.

"This new play crosses and confuses the genres, which makes it fun to work with," she added.

The theatre is proud of its ‘rep’ tradition stretching back 57 years and always tries to stage a mixture of popular comedy, thrillers and newer works.

For more details and tickets call the box office on 01263 822347, or visit www.sheringhamlittletheatre.com

Summer drama season

21 – 29 July - Intimate Exchanges (Events on a Hotel Terrace) - A bittersweet comedy by Alan Ayckbourn following Celia and Toby’s first holiday for years in a dead-end seaside resort – where Celia’s admirer Lionel is a waiter. Toby has had a heart tremor. Lionel is a hopeless incompetent. Celia is reduced tears and hiccups.

1 – 9 August - The Business of Murder - Two people meet to discuss a play script. Humourless host Stone and television playwright Dee. Then Supt Hallett, the man she is having an affair with, turns up for a different reason. The psychological thriller plot twists and turns as they share the business of murder.

11 – 22 August - The Revival (Scared to Death) - A spine-chilling premier. The cast of a ghost play are gathered for a final rehearsal – but things are not going well, with actors bickering and unable to learn lines, then the spooky plot of the play starts to become real and the cast find themselves amid supernatural drama that is not fiction.

24 August – 5 September - Bedfull of Foreigners - Stanley and Brenda Parker’s French

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Stanley lowers an attractive naked girl from his room window. Her husband turns up – and the husband’s girlfriend. Everybody is in the wrong bed, and people are dressed as nuns and fish in a fast-paced farce.

7 – 13 September - Noel and Gertie - A comedy with music which traces the friendship of stage legends Noel Coward and Gertrude Lawrence, whose joint performances included Private Lives. The show devised by Sheridan Morley captures his wit, their relationship and portrays the style and elegance of the era.

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There is always a fascination in visiting gardens hidden behind houses both large and small.

Aylsham will be offering the opportunity to look behind huge old houses, cottages, and modern homes to discover a fascinating array of design, colour and plantings.

On Saturday 3 June and Sunday 4 June you’ll be able to buy tickets from 11am – 4pm from the Heritage Centre in St Michael’s churchyard. A day ticket will cost £5 or a two day ticket for £8. There will be more than 15 gardens to visit. Most of them are opening for the first time, but there will be a few favourites to revisit, too.

Whatever your preference, there will be something to interest you. Take a look at

a cuppa in an acre of wildlife at Gardener’s Cottage in Peterson’s Lane where there’s live music on the Sunday.

What about a cottage garden, crammed with flowers and fruit, in Hungate Street? Then there are intriguing interpretations in modern gardens, too. You will have visit to experience the amazing variety… and there’ll be places where you can stop and admire the scenery with a cake and a cuppa.

cause nominated by the garden owner. This year, among the featured charities will be the ACT Centre, the Aylsham Gym, the Norfolk Heart Trust, and Ovacome (providing support for those with ovarian).

Because these are private gardens they often have steps and narrow paths. They are not usually suitable for wheelchairs. Guide dogs are welcome but please do not bring other dogs.

All the money raised goes to good causes.

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What to do when life gets boring

By Beckie Grimmer from Norfolk Landscape Gardeners I’ve had plenty of hobbies in the past and, like so many people, have lost interest in pursuing them, be it because I got frustrated practicing it over and over, found something else that I was more engrossed in, or even that I was worried about what other people would think of my hobby. Was it cool? Did I look silly doing it? Were other people going to treat me differently because of it?

We’re all guilty of disparaging somebody’s hobby because we think it’s weird or the person isn’t cool enough to do it. Just look at TV shows like The Big Bang Theory, whose comedy consistently depends on the idea that people who are passionate about science, trains or comic books aren’t to be taken seriously (thankfully their fantastic script and characters also helps us see otherwise).

Maintaining a fervour for learning is a truly difficult thing. Not only must you try to ignore those who make fun of you, but you need to feel like you are smart enough to learn in the first place when you might have previously been made to feel otherwise.

Nobody has a set ‘level’ of intelligence, despite how we may have been made to feel in education when we were separated into our bands of the ‘bottom set’ or the ‘smart class’ - yuck! Also, not everybody has to learn at the same speed, or be good at the same things. You don’t even have to be good at something to want to learn it!

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Now if you don’t think you have any interests at all, or if you have an interest but it seems like there’s too much of a barrier to pursuing it, my advice is short and simple. Get curious.

Anything can be remarkable when you continually question it. I find myself trying to identify lichens growing on walls in the middle of town, or marvelling at ferns that have established themselves underneath a leaking drainpipe. It can make trips a bit slower when I stop to look at things all the time, and I recently discovered the endearing term ‘walking at the speed of botany’, but it keeps me caring about what’s around me.

My questions drive my articles and learning. I’ve researched the methods Wiccans and Pagans use plants in magic, the reasoning behind botanical names, how to make gardening more accessible to the disabled and elderly, and how plants can survive

underwater. I have quickly accumulated a plethora of books, with my wish-list ever expanding into the realms of: Paleobotany - Fossil plants Psychoactive plants - Plants that alter brain function Forensic Botany - The use of plants in criminal investigations Women in Horticulture – What have been/are their barriers? What are their successes?

Marine Botany - Plants and algae that live in the sea Plant Consciousness - Are plants intelligent? Can they remember? Feel pain? Communicate? React to change?

I’m just inescapably captivated by the broad and fascinating industry of horticulture.

The best method I’ve found to figure out if you’re interested in a subject is to seek out people who absolutely love it. They will be able to tell you loud and clear all of the reasons why their subject is so great and then you can decide for yourself. And even better, you don’t have to limit yourself to just one subject, ask around!

A hobby or interest can quickly sweep you into a career path if you let it. Some people were quick to tell me that gardening was ‘just a hobby’ when I considered studying it, and for a while I believed them, but you’re going to be much better at a job, and live a much more fulfilling life, when you’re driven by curiosity. I’m plenty aware that horticulture is often not regarded as interesting or skilled, and I know there are countless people that could help convince you otherwise, myself included!

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An important but little-known part of Norfolk’s heritage will take centre stage during a weekend aimed at encouraging people to enjoy a restored attraction.

Everyone is invited to Ebridge Mill Pond (NR28 9NG for satnav users), part of the North Walsham and Dilham Canal, on Saturday June 3 (11am-5pm) and Sunday June 4 (10am-4pm) to take part in a range of activities and to find out more about successful restoration work on the waterway.

Organisers, the North Walsham and Dilham Canal Trust, also hope visitors will sign a petition supporting future improvement work on the Canal.

Open days highlights will include : • Model boats in action on the pond • Walks beside the restored Canal from the mill pond to Swafield Bridge • Photos and information on restoration work and the huge variety of wildlife recorded on the Canal • Displays of objects found during restoration work, including coins, bottles and clay pipes • Vintage tractors

• Continuous showing of new DVDs which will be on sale, together with other Canal merchandise • Chance to peruse the Canal Trust’s archives • Refreshments The waterway, nearly nine miles long, is Norfolk’s only sailing canal with locks and was opened in 1826. It runs from Antingham, north west of North Walsham, to Wayford Bridge, north west of Stalham.

completely dry and its infrastructure of locks and bridges was crumbling by 2001 when volunteers from the East Anglian Waterways Association (EAWA) launched what have become regular working parties to rescue the Canal.

Wherries would sail its length transporting cargo to and from the mills and communities along its route.

Ivan Cane, interim Chairman of the Canal Trust, said “The restoration of a canal is not just for boaters. A restored canal corridor, as seen on the Ebridge reach, becomes a community asset, and a tourist attraction. The permissive paths, running alongside this stretch of water, are giving people the chance to relax, walk, picnic, pond dip, watch wildlife, fish or gongoozle at the passing canoeists or sail boats. Here, at Ebridge, Norfolk’s industrial archaeological gem is coming back to life, and open to all to enjoy�.

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The EAWA’s success led to the formation of the Canal Trust in 2008. Work carried out by supporters means that a two-and-a-half mile stretch of the Canal, from Ebridge Mill Pond to Swafield Bridge, is in use once more and it is proving popular for activities including walking, cycling, canoeing, sailing, fishing, and bird watching.

Laurie Ashton, whose Old Canal Company owns the section, has almost finished restoring the lock at his Bacton Wood Mill and the Environment Agency has given the go-ahead for a dry section of the Canal above the lock to be re-watered for a trial period later this year.

The work of Mr Ashton and volunteers earned the Trust a national award last year.

A copy of a petition supporting continued restoration of the Canal, already signed by more than 3,000 people, will be available at the open days.

For more information visit the trust’s website at: www.nwdct.org and the North Walsham and Dilham Canal Trust Facebook page.

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A new theatre group for adults, called North Walsham People’s Theatre, will perform their first show on 20 May.

Titled ‘A Small Town For Murder’, the play has been written by the show’s director, Joseph Ballard, who had started up the group under the umbrella of New Stages, which also runs North Norfolk Youth Theatre and North Walsham People’s Choir. The performance is based on a live broadcast of a radio play in front of an audience, which tells the twisted tale of a series of murders, based on the gossip and hearsay of a small market town.

effects which are made in the old-fashioned way, we hope the audience will have as much fun as we’ve had making it!”

Joseph Ballard, the show’s director, said “The adult acting group is the new addition to the range of classes I’m leading here in North Walsham. We’re all looking forward to the first show, which is in the style of a radio play of the bygone era. For audience members who would like to make the most of an evening out, we’ve organised a fish and chip supper for before the show.

The actors, their microphones and live soundeffects will all be visible as the assembled actors get to grips with their characters – until things go wrong and they try and keep up with the plot!

Cast members Joseph Ballard, Winky Brown, Those taking part are of all ages and experiences – Carmel Casey and James Turner but we all come together to learn from each other The group members have been rehearsing for just and present something that can be shared in the community.” over a month and come from North Walsham and the surrounding area, including Norwich.

Bob White, who owns The Showcase Gallery in the Market Place and is selling tickets for the show, said “I’m very pleased to support Joseph and Sheelagh Hopkins from Eccles-on-Sea, who plays a number of different his new theatre company for North Walsham. We have supported him in characters in the play, said “We have had so many laughs during the past and will continue to do so by providing a town centre ticket rehearsals – parts of the script are very funny and along with the sound office where people can get their tickets here in person.”

Millfield Primary School in North Walsham ended last term on a high

The girls’ football team won the Norfolk Open Tournament with a plethora of amazing goals, ‘edge of your seat’ saves and fantastic teamwork.

On Saturday 20 May, the show begins at 7.30pm and takes place at the Sacred Heart Parish Hall on Park Lane in North Walsham. There’s also the optional addition of a fish and chipper supper before the show at 6.30pm. Tickets are priced £5 (show only) or £10 (which includes a fish and chip supper). Tickets must be booked in advance and are available in person from The Showcase Gallery in the Market Place or by calling the box office on 01692 404533 or online at www.new-stages.co.uk.

Tanisha Grayling and Isla Harrison both scored five goals each, along with the tenacious skills of Helen Maidment, and Grace Walker, Lily-Ella Hunt and Holly Browne displaying their penalty skills.

Robyn Burgess saved seven of the goals, which included the nail biting sudden death penalty shoot-out, which won them the trophy.

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The girls were extremely proud of their achievement and the school celebrated with them during a special assembly.

We will look out for these stars in the making, maybe some will follow Amy and Lauren Hemps’ football successes - Lauren Hemp (an ex Millfield Pupil) is currently playing in the England U17s squad.

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UNIVERSITY DEGREE SUCCESS FOR EX PASTON SIXTH FORM COLLEGE STUDENTS

Paston Sixth Form College is always very keen to keep up to date with the success of their students when they leave for University, employment or apprenticeships.

Data produced by the Sixth Form Colleges Association showed that ex Paston students who went on to university achieved some amazing results in 2016.

In total, 86% of ex students from Paston achieved a First or Upper Second Class (2:1) Degree. The figure for Paston Sixth Form College was significantly above other Sixth Form Colleges at 76% and 73% from School Sixth Forms. Paston students even out-scored students from the Independent sector who achieved 79%. Additional data linked to students from the lowest University participation wards showed 90% of Paston students achieved a Higher Degree or Upper Second Class Degree compared to 72% from other Sixth Forms and 69% from School Sixth Forms and 76% from the Independent sector.

The Principal, Kevin Grieve, said he was very impressed by the brilliant performance of ex-Paston students. “It clearly shows staff at Paston prepare our students well for future academic success”.

Kieran Isaacson, a former A Level student at the College, went on to the University of Sheffield to do a BA in History and Sociology

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with a year abroad at the University of Copenhagen. He has just completed a PGCE History Secondary Teacher Training at the Institute of Education, University College, London, starting a history teaching post in June in London. He said “my time at Paston Sixth Form College helped prepare me for university through expanding my perspective on the world. This was done by highly engaging teachers who really pushed me to the limit and beyond. As well as this the Wednesday afternoon enrichment allowed me to volunteer at a local high school which helped me secure a place on a teacher training course at the Institute of Education”.

I went on to study Architecture at Norwich University of the Arts which the College has close links with. I achieved a First Class Degree there last June. At Paston Sixth Form College, I was encouraged to be independent and to be responsible for my own learning and time management which I believe is an important skill needed at both University and in working life.”

James Appleby, a former A Level student at the College, went on to Norwich University of the Arts to do a BA in Architecture. He is shortly taking up a post as an Architectural Assistant (Part 1) in Norwich. He said “I really enjoyed my time at Paston Sixth Form College. Doing your A-Levels can be a confusing time for everyone in one way or another and Norfolk’s Finest Young Musicians especially when you don’t know exactly Perform in Aylsham what you want to do Some of Norfolk's finest young musicians will be performing in afterwards. I felt that Aylsham Parish Church on Saturday 3 June to herald the start of the the teachers and Twelve Towers Festival, a month-long series of events celebrating the tutors at Paston were communities in and around Aylsham. always encouraging The Norfolk County Symphonic Windband is a 50 strong ensemble to keep me on track of young brass, woodwind and percussion players ranging in age from 11-18, conducted by David Stowell and run by the County Music Service, which is the lead organisation in the Norfolk Music Hub. Players have to be Grade 6-8 level to join so the standard of playing is extremely high. In April, the band competed in the Festival of Music for Youth at Snape Maltings and made it through to the next round which will take place in Birmingham in July. Success in this round could mean a performance at the Royal Albert Hall.

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Their musical director, David Stowell, is a distinguished composer and conductor of some of the world's best brass bands including Grimethorpe and the Black Dyke Mills Band. He said 'We are really looking forward to performing in Aylsham Church and have an exciting programme planned. There will be music from John Williams, and the musical Wicked as well as some of the best contemporary music for windband from composers such as Rob Wiffen, Director of Music for the RAF.'

The concert is free and starts at 7.30pm and will be a great opportunity to hear some very talented young people.

The Twelve Towers Festival is a month-long celebration of the communities in and around Aylsham. It will show case a varied array of events - ranging from heritage, culture and the arts; to spirituality, community and family fun. The aims of the Festival are to give people opportunities to discover more about themselves and their communities, to affirm our rich and diverse heritage and culture of rural Norfolk and to celebrate the relationships and partnerships which support rural communities.

Organised by the churches that form the Aylsham & District Team Ministry, and in partnership with Broadland District Council and Norfolk Museums Service, the Festival promises to offer something for everyone. www.aylshamteamministry.org.uk http://www.aylshamparishchurch.org.uk www.aylshamteamministry.org.uk/12towers www.facebook.com/popcornandgraceFM/aylshamparishchurch @12towersnorfolk

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CITY OF NORWICH PIPE BAND TO JOIN IN THE FUN AT THIS SUMMER’S GREAT BRITISH PROM The great British Prom is returning to Blickling on 12 August and, as well as showcasing the likes of the National Symphony Orchestra, Brit award-winning Only Men Aloud and Soprano Annette Wardell, some of the performers will be coming from much closer to home.

The Norwich Pipe Band will be joining the great British musical tribute, bringing a special sense of tradition and uniqueness to the Scottish pieces, before walking up the centre of the crowd to mark the end of what will be a truly memorable first half.

The pipe band, comprising 8-10 pipers and around seven drummers, with ages ranging from 20s to over 70, will be performing in the first half of the concert which focuses on great British anthems from around the home nations and the Scottish part will include ‘Flower of Scotland’ and other Scottish favourites.

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Although amateurs, several members have previous military experience and others have learned to play with the band. All are well used to the big occasions that provide opportunities to demonstrate the truly stirring sounds of the pipes and drums, which band members pride themselves on achieving.

Several members of the band have played with a symphony orchestra in Norwich before at the annual New Year’s Day Concert and the full band has played alongside many military bands including The Coldstream Guards, the Royal Irish Regiment, The Pipes and Drums of the Brigade of Gurkhas and the Band of the Parachute Regiment. A few have also taken part in the Edinburgh Tattoo with other pipe

After featuring in the traditional round of New Year and Burns Night celebrations, the band began preparing for what turned out to be a highly successful three date tour of southern Germany taking part in musical displays in 5000 seat indoor arenas alongside military bands from Ukraine, Moldova, Germany and the Netherlands. Part of the preparations saw the band record its first CD, sales of which also added to the success of the tour. The Band is also honoured to be invited to play during the moving sunset ceremony at the Menin Gate in Ypres, in September later this year.

Local engagements are also keeping the band occupied with Armed Forces Day in Lowestoft and Wymondham, the Sandringham Flower Show and the ever-popular Lord Mayor’s

It is going to be a special evening, with stirring sounds to ensure another classically British outdoor concert experience is enjoyed by all. The second half will see a fabulous rendition of all the Proms favourites including ‘Rule Britannia’, ‘Land of Hope & Glory’ and British anthem ‘Jerusalem’ before the fireworks spectacular over the lake.

Car parking is free and there will be food and drink available on site (including a hog roast and Carluccio’s hampers which can be ordered in advance). For more details on the events, visit www.greatbritishprom.co.uk or call 01630 674342. Tickets are £35 in advance (£38 on the night).

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Pipe Sergeant John Welton MBE said “The City of Norwich Pipe Band is proud to be playing its part in the prestigious proms at Blickling Hall and contributing to what is sure to be a superb evening’s rousing entertainment. Playing alongside a full symphony orchestra, conducted

by Anthony Inglis, who has featured in more concerts at the Royal Albert Hall than any other living conductor, a well-known choir and vocal soloist is the sort of challenge that band members relish. Blending the sounds of the pipes and drums with other instruments and voices is a way of showing the surprising range of our instruments and their players.”

2017 is proving to be a very busy and interesting season for the City of Norwich Pipe Band, which was formed in 1979.

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Focus on Conveyancing - What should you consider when buying your own home?

Questions and answers compiled by Rosemary Farman, Solicitor and Head of Residential Property, and Gaynor Hay, Property Solicitor.

According to an article by BBC News published in January 2017, last year was estimated to have seen the highest number of first time buyers since 2007.

Clapham & Collinge property experts understand the difficulties that can come with buying a property, particularly for first time buyers who are new to the process so we have put together five things that a first-time buyer should consider when purchasing their first home: Rosemary Farman

1. Should I buy Freehold or Leasehold property?

Owning the freehold of a property means owning the property itself and the land it stands on outright. You own the title absolutely and are known as the 'freeholder'. Freehold is usually the preferred and more straightforward option.

Owning a leasehold interest in a property means having a right of occupation for a certain period of time in return for paying a rent. These could be for a relatively short period of time, perhaps 10-20 years, and charge a regular monthly or quarterly rent. Alternatively, they could also be long term lease, often 90-100 years, and are bought for a lump sum, called a premium.

2. What to look for when inspecting a property and when to have a survey carried out?

The seller has very limited duties to disclose matters regarding the property to you, and you should therefore always carry out a number of checks to find out as much about the property as you can. You can then make a fully informed decision as to whether to proceed and purchase the property.

3. Funding the purchase. What is involved?

If you chose to take out a mortgage, your solicitor will report to you on the mortgage offer and will also act for the mortgage company during the transaction. Such loans are very likely to be secured against the property itself and the lender may have certain rights to enforce any default in payment, including applying for the property to be sold.

4. Why does my solicitor need to investigate the Title?

It is important that your Gaynor Hay solicitor investigates the property title. This will reveal any covenants or restrictions to which the property is subject. For example, any rights of way or charges or restrictions that you would want the seller to remove prior to completion. Finally, any covenants that you as the owner would be subject to in relation to the use or development of the property.

5. Why should I instruct my solicitor to carry out conveyancing searches?

Searches are used to identify additional information about a property that would not otherwise be known. A local search, for example, may ighlight planning permission issues or whether there are conservation areas, railway tracks or roadworks in the proximity of the property that may affect the quality of life in your new home. An environmental search will reveal, among other things, potential issues with subsidence or contaminated land.

For more details on any property related issues, please contact Clapham & Collinge Property Solicitors at our North Walsham office on 01692 660230 or Sheringham office on 01263 823398.

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North Walsham and District Branch of Cats Protection

The weather could hardly be described as ‘spring like’ for the Spring Sale on 6 May, although we did raise £650.35 for the cats in care.

We would like to thank our volunteers for giving their time to help on the day, and our supporters who ventured out on such a horrible day.

A special thank you to Andrea, Bren and Jennie who had been very busy prior to the sale making cakes, jams and all the lovely craft items. Their stalls would have been quite bare without their contributions.

How quickly situations do change. Recently, we actually had an empty pen and no waiting list of cats to come in. This most enviable situation arose because several of the cats went to new homes within a very short period of time. However, we are now back to our normal state, with all pens full and a waiting list that continues to grow each day.

Nutsey, one of the cats at present still with us, came in because his owner had died and he had been abandoned. This poor little lad had very sore eyes and was constantly rubbing them, which only made the situation worse. Initial treatment involved eye drops and steroids but unfortunately they did not improve, in fact the eyelids became more swollen, which resulted in his eyelashes irritating his eyes. David, his vet, decided that an operation was needed to resolve the situation, so off to the vets once more Nutsey went. Initially, he continued to rub the eyes and further medication was needed. However, once Stephanie saw that some of the dissolvable stitches were still in place, David removed these and his eyes are now looking much better. He is still on medication and

we are hoping that he will get a clean bill of health when he goes for his next appointment.

Two of the sites where cats are being caught and neutered are now down to the last few cats, which will make life a lot better for them as there will be no additional mouths looking for a meal, but also allows females to enjoy life without maternal responsibilities. We have also been able to help with another site where Nutsey, when he first someone ‘inherited’ 15 (a later count brought arrived in care the total to 20) unneutered cats. Apart from one, which has gone missing, all have now been neutered. As 13 of these cats were female, if they had all produced a litter of four kittens (which is an average number), the lady could have had an extra 52 mouths to feed before the end of the summer, by which time the adults could have been pregnant again!

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. The number also applies for those wishing to take advantage of our special neutering campaign.

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

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

As the weather warms up we see more and more itchy dogs walk through the doors of the practice

Some of our patients are suffering from skin parasites, commonly fleas, so it is important to rule these out first.

If your pet is treated properly for parasites and is repeatedly itchy there is a fair chance that they are suffering from allergic skin disease, although a number of tests are required to definitively make the diagnosis.

Atopy is one of the most common types of allergy in dogs, estimated to affect up to 15% dogs. It is hereditary and can lead to allergies against the pollen of some plants (eg grasses, weeds, trees), fungi or various dust and storage mites. Certain breeds appear to be at higher than average risk such as the Lhasa Apso, Schnauzer, Boxer, Labrador, Golden Retriever, Poodle, West Highland White Terrier, Cairn Terrier and Jack Russell Terriers.

and suppressing the itchiness, but we do now have another option, which can reduce the allergy itself, rather than just leaving us treating the symptoms. This treatment is called “immunotherapy” and involves making specific vaccines for each individual to desensitise them to the allergens they test positive for.

It is proven to reduce clinical signs in 75% of dogs and is proving to be a great help in many of our patients.

It is, however, most useful when used early in the course of the disease, so if you Grooming Parlour think your pet may have a skin allergy then it would be best Full Grooming & to book them in with Hydrobathing your vet to discuss Kerstin Available things further.

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Treatment is often aimed at keeping the skin and ears free of infection

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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). 01692 400780 Old railway items always wanted for small museum, particularly tickets, lamps, loco items, station signs, cast iron or enamel notices etc – local items particularly sought. Chris 01508 494204/07966 066563 Any bits from crashed planes, Second World War etc, information on crash sites or anything related for Aviation Heritage Museum based at Frettenham Tel Ken 01692 406943 Self propelling motor mower 01263 577468 Records 45s 78s and LPs cassettes also CDs singles only all considered Tel 01692 405756 Stairgate – happy to collect. Please call Delma – 07968 413456.

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Mountain bikes 18+gears 1 ladies 1 gents £35 each both £60. Pair wooden gates W92in H47in each £30. Tel 01263 833383 Quad roller skates osprey purple and white adjustable size 13-4 very good condition £15 Tel 07733 075926 HP Deskjet 2510 all in one printer copies scans and prints as new barely used genuine reason for sale £30 Tel 01692 500750 Screw top jars suitable for homemade jam or marmalade £1 per dozen Tel 01692 538899 Scottow Nest of 3 tables £15. Glass top table cost £70 accept £20. Tel 01692 404028 Set of 4 Thomas Taylor bowls size 4 set of white waterproofs pair of size 9 shoes complete in bowls bag £20 01263 579241 Wetsuit Sola M £30. Splash Buoyancy Aid £20. Alder shortie wetsuit £20. Outbound frame rucksack £25. Smaller rucksack £20.

Angle swivel shelf for small tv or microwave £30. Tel 01263 517127 Stanley 41/2 Bailey USA made smoothing plane vintage £25 Tel 01263 823093 Girls 3/4 acoustic guitar pink good condition complete with carry case ideal as beginners first guitar £38 when new accept £15 Tel 01692 501055 Sigma APO 135-400 zoom lens four thirds fit or micro with adaptor mint cased boxed £170. Nikon1 10-30 power zoom lens latest model black £130 new. 01692 500776 Fold up small wheeled wheelchair good condition complete with rubber cushion £35 Tel 01692 405022

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2 sun loungers adjustable green tubular steel frame and matching cushions hardly used excellent condition £25 each Tel 01263 519666 Junior basketball set Argos product code: 367/0695 nearly new £15. TWF wetsuit for 4-6 year old hardly used vgc £8. ProLine bagless upright hoover model:UVC8, vgc £20. Tel 07771 593458 Lady’s bicycle- never used 18 years £50.00. 2 speakers (40cms/162 tall) £6.00.

Stainless steel sink, and drainer never used. £20.00. Stainless steel sink, drainer and taps £15.00. Gas cooler + oven £50.00. Fridge/freezer, very good condition. £50.00. Squash shoes, never used, size 10 £15.00. Tel – 07767 218730.

Metal ceiling light fitting with three bulbs and shades. £15 O.N.O. 07929 913499.

Maxi cosi 3-1 pram with car seat. New still boxed. Black / red. £100 ONO. 12 China head dolls dressed not played with. £10 the lot. Phone 514181.

Free Glass Jars with twist type metal lids, various shapes and sizes. 01692 405927.

Large compost bin. £5 O.N.O. Smoothie maker Philips £5. Loads of 78 records, DVDs + CDs £1 each. All sold for charity.

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HotPoint Slimline Dishwasher Black V.G.C. £35. Tel 01692 405643.

Brand new Reebok town and country men’s bicycle. 18 gears £80. Sorry no offers. Brand new small petrol lawn mower, incl oil and petrol £65. Sorry no offers.

Small 14” analogue T.V. flat screen Toshiba plus digibox. Good condition. £25. Small 14” digital TV with freeview. Good condition. £25. 01263 838744.

Table 32” x 32” extending to 55”. Natural and green, and 4 green padded seat chairs G.E. £25. Tel 01263 823454.

Corner sink in cream complete with taps and plug suitable for small bathroom or cloakroom vgc £12 Tel 01263 823111 Chefs trousers b/white (L) £10 each.

Ladies aprons £8 each. Crock pot slow cooker. Black. B/new still in box. U.W. Gift. £40 O.N.O. cost more. 5 litres. Swan slow cooker. 5 litres. B/new still in box. S/steel.

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Hoover upright vacuum cleaner 1500w bagless lightweight gwo all attachments £20 Tel 07554 458744 Over bath shower screen £15 Tel 01263 820065 Pine bunk beds need a little cosmetic tlc plus 2 clean 3' mattresses odeal for children £30. Supa Fit adjustable dressmaking model £30. Pedestal bathroom cabinet white £10. Tel 01263 825147 Electrolux upright freezer H139cm W54cm D58cm very clean good working order 2 shelves and 4 drawers genuine reason for sale £80 Tel 07553 458744 All advertisements are accepted in good faith and the Publishers are in no way responsible for any faulty or misrepresented goods.

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Jubilant June at the Museum of the Broads

The longer days are upon us and it’s a great time to visit the Museum of the Broads at Stalham. The hours of opening are extending to 10am to 4.30pm Sunday to Friday and 10am to 1pm on Saturday.

Why not pop in and catch this year’s ‘Broadland in Pictures’ exhibition, featuring contemporary and historic art and souvenirs from the Broads? We also have a number of new exhibits this year including our airborne lifeboat simulator, so yet another reason to #makeitstalham this June.

Next month sees some of the two great events of the year, the Steam Day on 11 June and the Jazz evening on 24 June. Added into this is free entry to all accompanied fathers on 18 June for 24

Father’s Day.

The Steam Day focuses on everything steam from engines and vehicles to our lovely Victorian steam launch! Maybe it is a nostalgic thing, but what’s not to love about the smell of steam and the fascinating old engineering which formed the basis of the Industrial Revolution?

The Jazz evening is a great evening. We are delighted that Savoir Faire’s sublime jazz will again be floating across our beautiful riverside location and Tipple’s Brewery will be running a beer tent too. Personally, I hope that the lady with the 3 tier cake stand will be there! Why not bring a picnic and make an evening of it?

Dates for your diary – Sat 1 July is our 16th Art Challenge. Call the Museum if you want a day by the river, with expert tuition and a chance to win a prize! Sat 8 July is a charity auction of promises and items. If you have anything you can donate to the Museum, please let Nicola or Reg know. Every little helps, thank you.

Just check out our Trip Adviser reviews or keep up to date with all of our latest news at www.museumofthebroads.org.uk or Twitter @MuseumBroads or our Facebook page.

Museum of the Broads, Stalham Staithe, NR12 9DA, 01692 581681

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All change at Norwich City

by Joel Lodge, our Football Correspondent

The championship season came to a close on Sunday 7th May as Norwich defeated QPR in their final game of the season.

In what has been an overall poor season Norwich fans can look forward to hopefully exciting times ahead, as Stuart Webber and Steve Stone plan for a large summer rebuild as Norwich try and get back in the Premier League.

Watching the final game of the season it was frustrating to see the clear quality we have as Norwich thumped QPR 4-0 on mid Sunday and

it was an opportunity for the club to start a new chapter with the new structure in place; as canary fans said goodbye to one of their most loyal servants over the past 7 years, John Ruddy.

Earlier that week the club had announced 7 players would be released over the close season and those names being: John Ruddy, Ryan Bennett, Steven Whittaker, Sebastien Bassong, Youssouf Mulumbu, Kyle Lafferty and Michael Turner.

The surprise name on that list is John Ruddy, who has been a prominent figure over the last

7 years, however he will move onto pastures new come June 30th and was given the farewell he deserved against QPR.

Ruddy captained the side in his final appearance as he put in a MOM performance with a few good saves in the game as well as interacting with the crow in what will be a fond memory in years to come.

Although it is sad to see John go it is something I feel had to be done as Stuart Webber prepares for the appointment of the new head coach and overhaul of the squad.

Go on a National Trust adventure this May half-term in Norfolk As the days get warmer and evenings become longer, May half-term is the perfect time to head outdoors and get closer to nature. From huge birds of prey to tiny creepycrawlies, from den building to growing seeds and flying kites, there’s lots to celebrate at National Trust places in Norfolk.

The National Trust offers some great places to let the little ones loose. And if you need inspiration for ways to get wild, there’s always our list of 50 things to do before you’re 11¾.

What’s more, every half-term adventure helps the National Trust care for special places for years to come. Here are some of our favourite places to go wild and explore this May half-term in the region: Blickling Estate - Sow and Grow, walled garden, 30 May - why not bring your bikes for

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a family cycle ride around the Park on our new multi-use trail, enjoy an adventure in the woods or discover what life was like for a servant in the house? We'll also be holding our 'sow and grow' activity in the Walled Garden on Tuesday 30 May. For more information please visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/blickling-estate/ features/family-fun-at-blickling-estate

Felbrigg Hall - enjoy your own family adventure at Felbrigg - all you need is a little imagination.

From birdwatching down by the lake to den building in the woods, will you be able to find one of our four hollow trees on the estate and see if you can fit inside?

For more information please visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ felbrigg-hall-gardens-andestate Norfolk Coast - join us for Terrific Tuesday at Blakeney Quay, or Wild Wednesday and 50 Things Thursday on Brancaster Beach this May half-term. There’s

Everyone loves walking our beautiful beaches but look a little closer and you will see washed up wet wipes, plastic bottles, broken helium balloons and pieces of plastic/styrofoam all of which cause injury to marine and land wildlife. Sadly inappropriately discarded poo bags are causing a slow starvation death to animals attracted to the cereal in the stool and eating the plastic bag (horses, deer and cattle are also dying because of this). Whilst birds and sea mammals entangled in balloon ribbon, discarded fishing line and ghost net die from slow strangulation.

At the recent Mundesley Parish Council event, a display showed the shocking amount of beach pollution collected on just three, one hour dog walks.

So next time you visit the beach please take a bag (or use your dog poo bag) and look behind the sea defences or in the piles of seaweed and help tackle our appalling sea pollution. If you visit Mundesley or West Runton beaches look out for the 2 Minute Beach Clean stations which provide litter pickers and bags and share your photos with the worldwide #2minutebeachclean community. Or join one of the forthcoming Marine Conservation beach clean events - they are a great way to meet your neighbours:

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20 May 10am Sea Palling ramp next to Reefs Bar 8 June 4pm Keswick Beach Bacton Rudrams gap 17 June 2pm Mundesley opposite Beach Hut Cafe Arcade by Coastwatch Tower 2 July 10am Sea Palling ramp next to Reefs Bar

If you are unable to join us, there are other ways to help such as looking at your lifestyle and doing what you can to educate, minimise plastic use and never allow helium balloons to blow away.

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no need to book, simply drop in between 10am and 4pm to enjoy crabbing, kite flying, stone skimming and epic sandcastle building!

For more information please visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/brancaster-estate/ features/50-things-on-the-norfolk-coast

Oxburgh Hall - Oxburgh is the perfect place for building dens. Follow our trail through the woods and tick off some of our 50 things to do before you're 11 ¾. You'll also be able to have fun in the garden with our giant games.

For more information please visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/oxburgh-hall Sheringham Park - building a den, walking barefoot or finding a geocache are just some of the activities you can tick off at Sheringham Park this May half-term.

We'll also be staying open until 7pm throughout the week so you can make the most of the long evenings.

For more information please visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sheringham-park

DAZZLING GLASS SHOW AT NORTH LODGE TEAROOMS Susan Purser Hope, a Cromer based glass artist, has chosen the North Lodge Tea Rooms as her venue for Open Studios this year. Running from 27 May until the end of June, the show features two distinct ranges of wall hung work in fused glass. The first is a series of abstract landscape and seascapes inspired by Susan’s love of the Norfolk that she discovered when she moved here four years ago to fulfil a lifetime’s ambition to live by the sea.

Susan’s other love is the extraordinary world of entertainment that she found in the area.

As she explains, “I have always loved fairgrounds and circuses so I was delighted to discover the wonders at Thursford and the delights of the Water Circus at the Hippodrome at Great Yarmouth. My favourite book is J. B. Priestley’s The Good Companions and it was amazing to find the End of Pier show at the Pavilion Theatre here in Cromer!” Examples of her circus images are also included in the exhibition.

Look out for news on workshops that Susan will be running during Open Studios for the chance to make your own piece of fused glass work.

For more information please contact Susan on 07970 419125 or susan@purserhope.co.uk www.purserhope.co.uk

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North Walsham Table Tennis Gresham’s School a storm to K.O. singles cup victory The first of this season’s four Cup finals was the first of two meetings between Gresham’s School A and NWSCA in the showpiece matches.

Derek Philpott reports:-

‘The Knockout Singles Cup final was played at Trunch Village Hall with Peter Ward as umpire.

Howard Lupton was unable to play for North Walsham so John Vaughan was drafted in as a replacement at short notice to join Andy Beane and Tom Baldock-Yaxley. The Gresham’s team consisted of Jonas Lee, Robin Thaxter and Haken Bennell. The impressive skill of young Jonas Lee showed as he led 4-0. Beane then won his first point as he levelled the opening set at 5-5. Good serving in an attacking open game from Lee ensured his opponent only got two more points as he took the first 11-7. Very entertaining play over the next two sets saw Lee staying ahead to win them 11-9, 11-7. Next Vaughan was pitted against reigning six times North Norfolk Champion Thaxter who always had the edge in a very entertaining game. Angled play from Thaxter attacked Vaughan’s mobility to win in straight.

Another good start was then made by Gresham’s as Bennell took the first from Baldock-Yaxley 11-7, but the NWSCA player fought back in the

second to win 11-8. The third was level at 5-5 when a shot from Baldock-Yaxley was replayed due to the uncertainty of an edge. Baldock-Yaxley only got one more point as Bennell took the set 11-6. A very close and entertaining fourth set stayed level before Baldock-Yaxley saved a match-point at 9-10 and then narrowly forced a deciding set by taking it 15-13. The deciding fifth again started very evenly with Bennell changing ends 5-4 ahead. The rallies were then dominated

by Bennell with good spin and consistency as he won this crucial set 11-5 to put Gresham’s School A 3-0 up in the final.

On the table next was the battle between Thaxter and Beane. Thaxter’s steady play and powerful hitting saw him in control as he registered a straight sets win to move Gresham’s one win from a successful Cup defence. Lee and BaldockYaxley contested the fifth battle with skill abundant from both players in an entertaining contest. Lee served short down the left side of the table followed up by a forehand kill, then he would serve a low fast deep serve and generally controlled the rallies. Good hitting, mistakes – the contest had it all, but Lee led the third 7-0 and secured the Cup with an 11-4, 11-5, 11-2 win.

The Vikings rounded off their successful campaign by retaining the Norfolk Senior Cup with a convincing 43 - 26 win over Diss who scored twelve points in the final five minutes.

Diss will be joining the Vikings in London One North from September, having had an outstanding promotion season with just one defeat. The game was Norfolk Cup under 14s Final v part of ‘Norfolk's Big Rugby Wymondham Weekend’ held at Holt, where all the finals of the various Norfolk Cups were held.

The Raiders were also in action defeating Wymondham 59 - 0 to win the

North Walsham Fit Together Walks

If you are new to Fit Together, please arrive 20 mins early. For more information contact Melanie Brown on 07766 259999.

Monday 22 May – 10.30am - Hickling Walk – Grade 3 – Approx. 3.25 miles – A flat walk on minor roads and grass and dirt tracks. Meet at the new village hall - The Barn, Tate Loke (Off Mallard Way) Hickling, NR12 0YU. Monday 22 May – 1.30pm - North Walsham Memorial Park Walk – Introductory and Grade 1

The night ended with an ‘exhibition’ dead rubber as Bennell beat Vaughan in five to end the night in an enjoyable, light-hearted contest.’

The last match in the Premier Division this season saw NWSCD’s Philip Stone, Stuart Hook and James Lester (playing up) host Poacher’s David Foster, Chris Fuller and Aaron Howell. Stone took Foster the distance in the opener and nearly came back from 0-6 down in the decider but the Poacher won a close battle 9-11, 12-10, 11-9, 9-11, 11-7. Lester had chances to take a two sets lead against Foster but the North Norfolk finalist took a crucial second set as he came through 10-12, 16-14, 11-4, 11-5. Howell beat Lester in four, edged out Stone 15-13 in the third and beat Hook 11-8, 11-5, 13-15, 11-8. Fuller saved a match-point in the final singles as he beat Stone 14-12 in the fifth and there was more drama in the doubles as Hook and Lester had match-points in both the fourth and fifth, but Foster and Howell took both the last two sets again 14-12 to complete a 10-0 win for Poachers.

Norfolk Bowl for 2nd XVs.

The Club's two Youth team finalists had mixed fortunes: the Under 14s shared the Cup after a hard fought 7 - 7 draw with Wymondham (see picture) whilst the under 15s, who had insufficient numbers to field a full team, lost to Norwich in the Plate Final 38 -17.

Sunday 28 May sees the annual Dardan Security Rugby Sevens and Beer Festival at the Vikings' Scottow ground. Twenty teams will be competing in the Men's event and 8 in the Ladies. For the first time the tournament is a qualifier for the National 24 Sevens Series with winners competing for a place in the regional play offs. The day is not just about rugby - there will be music, up to 20 beers, Norfolk ciders, a hog roast and lots more.

First game is at 11am with the final ending around 7pm - each game is seven minutes each half, ten minutes for the final. Entry £5, parking free.

Walk – Any distance to 1 mile – A flat walk on hard surface paths and/or grass. Meet near the North Walsham Community Centre (£1 for 2 hours), New Rd, North Walsham, NR28 9DE. Please book for this walk on 07766 259999 by 3pm on Friday 19 May. Friday 26 May – 10.30am - Trunch Bradfield Rd Walk – Grade 2 – Approx. 2.2 miles – A walk on minor roads, footpaths and through woodland with gentle and one moderate gradient. Meet at the playing field car park, Blooms Turn, Trunch, NR28 0PQ (As you enter Trunch from North Walsham

Blooms Turn is the first road on the left) This walk can be muddy!

Friday 2 June – 11am - Bacton Church Amble – Approx. 2 miles – A relaxed flat walk on minor roads and grass tracks. Meet at the Bacton and Edingthorpe Cubitt Memorial Playing Field CP, North Walsham Rd, Bacton, NR12 0EU (turn into a small track opposite the Coast Rd turning). This is a relaxed pace informational walk.

The Local Pick Up Points for the full Fit Together programme are North Walsham and Stalham Libraries

WIN WITH THE CROMER TIMES & THE MACKENZIE HOTELS 2 main courses from our 2 for £14 menu and a hot drink of your choice for 2 Our New Spring Lunch Menu is now out at The Dales - Name two dishes you can enjoy on our 2 for £15 offer?

Get your answer to the Links by May 31st 2017 * COM*NEW* W Email your answer to: pr@mackenziehotels.com, or write to "May Lunch" PET E c/o Links Links Country Park Hotel, West Runton, Cromer, Norfolk NR27 9QH. IT IO *NRIZE N correct answer drawn at random by the Links will win lunch for two at any of the three Mackenzie Hotels. Rules - Free to enter. One entry only per household, P he firstentrants must be over 18. The winner will be published in the next available Cromer Times after the draw. No cash alternative. Mackenzie’s decision is final.

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