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Issue 510 14th January 2017

Issue no 533 December 16th 2017

North Walsham's Lights Switch On took place on Saturday 25 November during a cold but dry day.

The Switch On was the culmination of the Christmas Lights which the Volunteer group had been erecting since the beginning of October.

Christmas Lights Chairman Colin Jeary said “preparations are taking place behind the scenes almost as soon as the lights are taken down for the following years. This year has seen added expenditure, including one off purchases like new ladders, a 40' container and tarpaulins.

An addition to this year’s lights was a snowman that was erected above Sam’s Pets. This year’s switch on was kicked off by local singer Ellie Diss, who started the proceedings at 2.30pm, followed by Manor Road School, Helen Bluebell, Invidia choir and Two’s Company, all of whom gave their time for free.

The Switch On was performed by guest Dave Rowntree, local County Councillor and drummer for Blur, accompanied by local radio presenter Rob Chandler.

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As with all large events, these nights don’t run themselves, and I am thankful to the great team I have, who give their time for free, as well as North Walsham Garden Centre for the tree, Mike Kirby Firewood for supplying transport, Olly Smith & Tubby, along with the Round Table, for supplying the sleigh and 'reindeer', Drurys for offering free site rent, NNDC for free car parking, North Walsham Town Council, Pete Edge at the White Swan for refreshments and meeting venue, Rob Scammell of Café Kitale for breakfast and refreshments, Father Christmas for taking time out of his busy schedule to visit us, Trevor Charles Van Hire and the Music Hut. A massive thanks also goes to all the businesses in the town centre and industrial estate who donated towards this year’s lights fund and also to those who donated on our Just Giving page. Donations can still be made by contacting the Chairman by email jeabol@aol.com or via our Just Giving page which is www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/nwxmaslights

Thank you to everybody that has supported us this year”.

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Millfield Primary School in North Walsham, are delighted to be one of the first schools in North Norfolk to participate in Prince William Award programme which is the first scheme of its kind especially designed for young children.

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When asked which part of the programme he enjoyed, Jacob Harding, a Year 4 pupil, said that there wasn’t just one thing he could mention as he loved all of it - a sentiment shared by the whole year group.

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Cromer’s New Year’s Day Firework Display

All eyes will be on the skies above Cromer Pier at 5pm on 1 January 2018 for the traditional New Year’s Day Firework display.

Organisers hope as many people as possible will again come to Cromer for the day – but urge them not to leave it until the last minute.

“The idea has always been to bring people up to the coast for a breath of fresh air, something to eat and drink, and a fabulous firework display over the sea fired from Cromer Pier at 5pm.

“We are fortunate to have Titanium Fireworks back again. Titanium put on the fantastic London New Year’s Eve display. This year they are looking to make more use of the seaside location, including waterborne pyrotechnics”.

The annual display attracts over 10,000 people into Cromer on New Year’s Day.

Director of Titanium Fireworks, Simon Page, said “We are incredibly proud to be firing the Cromer New Year's day firework display from Cromer Pier, and will be making full use of this unique setting. We believe our experience on the London Eye, The Forth Road Bridge, Blackpool Pier and a host of stadia roofs will help us to make this display even better by using our digital firing system which allows split second firing from multiple locations.

Some of the 150 displays we fire each year are work but others unbridle our creativity and we relish the challenges and opportunities of firing from an iconic structure like Cromer Pier."

Prior to the fireworks there will be a fun run along Cromer Promenade at 3pm organized by North Norfolk Beach Runners. The one mile fun run is the perfect opportunity to work off those New Year’s Eve excesses with a gentle jog or a five minute dash if you’re up to it!

Starting from the pier forecourt, the run is open to all ages and abilities, with categories for under 13 year-olds, 14-16 year-olds, seniors, and even Fancy Dress. Registration will take place from 2.30pm for a fee of £1.

Illuminated merchandise available to buy during the afternoon outside Cromer Museum (next to the Church). Mulled wine will again be served outside the museum, with tea, coffee, and hot soup available in the church.

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The bucket collection at the 2017 display raised a fantastic £9,000, despite the postponement. Half of this was given out in grants to local good causes and the balance has been used towards funding the 2018 display.

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“We’re delighted it’s become such a successful annual event, and with plenty of good vantage points to watch the display, come early, we don’t want anyone to miss it,” says Firework Committee Chairman Jim Bond.

Local cafés, pubs, shops and restaurants will also be open and other vendors are planning to ensure the crowds who descend on Cromer won’t go hungry.

The event is free, however there will be bucket collectors out in force on the day to fundraise for the 2019 display.

“Everyone’s aware that budgets are still tight, but we do ask people give as generously as they can”, said Jim Bond.

“Just a few coins can make a lot of difference to local charities and good causes – and without everyone’s help we couldn’t continue the annual display.”

Visitors are urged to arrive in Cromer as early as possible on New Year’s Day. All three town car parks will be open. Runton Road car park will be charging a fixed charge of £2 per car for all day parking from 2pm on the day. Normal car park fees will apply on all other car parks.

There will be no parking available on Cromer Promenade on New Year’s Day. It is hoped that details of other parking facilities will be issued nearer the time, including the local press.

Alternatively, why not leave the car at home or park at an outlaying station and catch the train.

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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. meets the second Wednesday in the month at St. Benet Hall at 7.15pm. Visitors are always welcome free of charge.

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

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(2 Patrols) Tue/Wed evenings. Rangers Tue evening. For more information see www.girlguiding.org.uk/informationfor-parents/register-your-daughter/ or ring Barbara on 01692 406644.

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.

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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 on alternate Wednesdays at 6.45pm at North Walsham High School, Spenser Avenue, North Walsham. For further information please visit www.nnsc.co.uk email northnorfolkspeakersclub@gmail.com or Tel Stuart 07775 793999 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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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 welcome. 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 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, social club for over 60s, 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. 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

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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 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. 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, 10.30am and 6.30pm. All welcome. Sunday Kids meet at 10.15am in the church hall in term times. For more information please call Revd Paul Cubitt, Vicar, on 01692 406380 http://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.

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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. 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. 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) group of cyclists who enjoy biking on the roads of Norfolk. The goal is to encourage safe road cycling practices that promote a healthy, active, environmentally aware lifestyle in our community. Members of all skill levels welcome, encourages regular participation in organised cycling events. Beginners Tues eves 6.30pm, Ladies rides Wed eves 6.30pm. Fast, medium, and social group rides Sundays 8am leaving the clock in Market Place. www.northwalshamvelo.co.uk @NWVELO Cancer Support North Norfolk - Free Drop-in Centre on 1st Wednesday every month 2pm - 4pm at St Peters Church Hall, The Boulevard, Sheringham NR26 8QS. All welcome. Come and join us for a cup of tea and a chat, obtain information about the support that Macmillan offers etc. For more details telephone 07908 061781 Weekly Cash Bingo every Tuesday at 1st Cromer Sea Scout Headquarters, Overstrand Road, Cromer, NR27 OJH - doors open at 7.30pm, eyes down at 8pm. Light refreshments available. Further details Hilary 01263 513820 The White Eagle Lodge North Norfolk Group meets at the Friends Meeting House, Mundesley Road, near Swafield at 2.45pm for 3pm on third Sunday of each month (ex Jan & Aug) for worship/meditation. You are welcome to join us. Visit www.whiteagle.org for details Norfolk Broads Concert Band always welcomes new brass, woodwind or percussion players. We rehearse Thursday evenings (7.15pm) at Repps with Bastwick. For details email andyp@norfolkbroadsconcertband.co.uk North Walsham Town Council – West Ward Surgery Elaine Addison and Ray Mooney, North Walsham West Ward Town Councillors will be holding monthly surgeries at The Black Swan Room on the 1st Wednesday of each month 6.30pm to 7.30pm. Please come along to discuss any matters, problems or ideas you may have - we would love to hear from you. No appointment necessary, just pop along! Councillor Elaine Addison 07741 403971/Councillor Ray Mooney 07502 249296 North Norfolk Coalition against the Cuts and Trade Council are a campaigning group opposed to the policies of austerity and privatisation in the NHS, mental and physical health, social care, education etc. Meet 1st Wed of every month at Sheringham Community Centre, Holway Road, Sheringham at 7.30pm. Tel 01263 823093 Walking Netball all welcome at Erpingham Multi-Use Games Area (NR11 7QD), Fridays 10.30am. More info from Ros Fretwell 01263 768262 - or just turn up and play.

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North Walsham Community Cente New Year’s Eve Party

North Walsham Community Centre are hosting once again their New Year’s Eve Party featuring local singer Marc James. The evening starts at 7.30pm and goes on until 1am.

The event is raising money for the Centre’s Improvements Fund. Tickets must be bought in advance and cost £15 adults, £8 children, price includes food. To book telephone 01692 402116

Diabetes UK North Norfolk Group Diabetes UK North Norfolk Group will not be holding meetings in January, February and December during 2018. The first meeting of 2018 will be held on 22 March at 7.30pm at Cromer Methodist Church Hall.

For more information please contact Jackie or David on 01692 405492 or visit www.north-norfolk.diabetesukgroup.org

A Special Child

Church bells ring out in the cold, frosty air, Like a jubilant, festive revue.

Christmas is just round the corner, With so many things still to do.

It’s easy to forget the real reason We give thanks, many places on Earth, For this wonderful, magical time of the year, We rejoice in a special Child’s birth.

Many children are no longer taught, About He who saved all of Mankind.

They have presents and parties at Christmas, That’s all that they have on their minds!

Many complain Christmas items Are on sale much too early each year.

They talk of ‘commercialisation’, But we all need some time to prepare.

Most families start shopping early, To make sure Christmas is a success.

If they leave it too long, the best will have gone, And their children will not be impressed!

We’ll enjoy all the anticipation, Preparing for this Christmas tide.

When families and friends come together, To give thanks and praise this special Child.

Frances Wraight

Friends of Mundesley Library

On behalf of The Friends of Mundesley Library, I would like to thank all who supported their event in November with the author Elly Griffiths.

The talk was fully booked a month before the event and people came from all over Norfolk.

None of them was disappointed as she was absolutely brilliant.

She told us so many interesting things about her life, her family and how she first came to writing books. It was fascinating and amusing with the packed library full of laughter.

After her talk Elly answered various questions and then we all enjoyed the mince pies & coffee while many of us were able to chat to Elly who described the venue as "a beautiful and well stocked library".

Many thanks to Elly Griffiths who was fabulous. For those who missed this event we are hoping that Elly will be able to return to Mundesley Library to give another talk early next year.

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An evening of Comedy Ventriloquism with Steve Hewlett and Friends on Saturday 20 January 2018, doors open at 7pm, show starts 7.30pm prompt at The Atrium, North Walsham High School, Spencer Avenue, North Walsham, NR28 9HZ. Tickets available by calling Matt on 01692 405796 or by going online at www.ticketsource.co.uk/nwplay. Raffle and refreshments available. Tickets only £10 each. All proceeds to North Walsham Play Mundesley Village Cinema Miss Pettigrew Lives For A Day (PG) 92minDrama / Comedy at Coronation Hall, 26 Cromer Rd., Mundesley, NR11 8BE on Tuesday 9 January at 7.30pm - it's 1939 and middle aged governess Guinevere Pettigrew

(Frances McDormand) finds herself unfairly dismissed and on the bread line. An attempt to gain new employment catapults her into the glamorous world and dizzying social whirl of an American actress and singer, Delysia Lafosse (Amy Adams) and into a whole new life. A heartwarming Art Deco treat! Tickets on door Adults £5.

Refreshments Available / Doors open 30mins before screening. Find out more at www.mundesley.org/film Traditional Carol Service on Sunday 24 December at 3pm at St. Mary's Church Antingham followed by mulled wine and mince pies. All welcome The Choir Worstead are having their Annual Christmas Carol Concert at Worstead Church on Saturday 16 December at 4pm - festive

refreshments available in the interval.

Keeping Abreast Group, Cromer Coffee & Chat Drop-in Session on Wednesday 3 January 2018 10am 11.30am at Merchants Place, 16 Church Street, Cromer, NR27 9GW 01263 519454 - drop in for coffee and a chat and to find out more about Breast Reconstruction following breast cancer. Volunteers who have had reconstruction will be on hand to offer support, provide information and chat about breast reconstruction in an informal and relaxed atmosphere.

For more information please see our website www.keepingabreast.org.uk

Sheringham & Cromer Choral Society invite all singers, experienced or not, to an Open Rehearsal on 15 January at Sheringham High School

from 7pm to 8.45pm. New work for this term is ‘Eternal Light’ by Howard Goodall (writer of theme music for BBC TV’s ‘The Vicar of Dibley’). No auditions for this Society. Ability to read music not essential. 01263 711087, info@sheringhamandcromerchoral.co.uk or just come along on the night. You will be warmly welcomed

Mundesley Volunteer Inshore Lifeboat Service are holding their annual Boxing Day Dip at 11am from the Boat House, Beach Road, Mundesley.

Refreshments will be served from 10.30 am. Come along and enjoy the fun in fancy dress if you like, there is a prize for the best adult and one for the best child. Mundesley Volunteer Inshore Lifeboat Service is a completely independent lifeboat service.

Award-winning Nurse Practitioner set to tread the boards with two other family members at Sheringham Little Theatre Award-winning Nurse Practitioner Mrs Carol Manson, from the Mundesley Medical Centre, is set to make Stage Direct's latest production a family affair by joining her husband Nigel and his son Jamie on stage at Sheringham Little Theatre.

Stage Direct are in the throes of rehearsals for Alan Ayckbourn's set of five short plays Confusions, which is full of the twists and dark amusing turns that Ayckbourn is famous for. Mrs Manson won an East of England award in October for her outstanding contribution to Primary Care in 2017 and was successful in being a cut above some 500 other surgeries. She joined Stage Direct about 9 years ago, but this year is delighted to star alongside other family members. The two plays that the family will perform in together are Between Mouthfuls and A Talk in the Park, performed with other cast

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Mr Manson said "I am not only very proud of Carol's professional achievements, but it's also a privilege to be able to work alongside a very talented actress on stage too. All the cast in this production work tirelessly on being the best they can be. We all have to work during the day doing what we do but somehow they all turn out week after week in the dark at this time of year to go through the rehearsals which takes a lot of dedication."

Carol Manson "I don't know what all the fuss is about. I am very pleased to be recognised for what I do, but it is what I do. I love performing on stage but doing it with your hubby can be interesting, albeit a trifle testing at times. But all in all it's great fun and a thrill to do with

very special people."

Another cast member involved has swapped roles from writer/ producer this time. Ashley Burgoyne has effortlessly drifted into acting roles in two of the plays and is rising to the challenge, albeit a very wordy one!

The production consists of five short plays - Mother Figure, Drinking Companion, Between Mouthfuls, Gosforth's Fete and A Talk in the Park. Each play deals with the eccentricities of humanity: dilemma, loneliness, fraught dining experiences, a fete that ends disastrously and finishes with five odd characters on park benches. Dark and yet deliciously humorous this will be a treat for the senses!

Under the very capable directing talents of Derek Bull, the five plays in Confusions will be performed at the Little Theatre on 19 & 20 January at 7.30pm.

Tickets are available from the Little Theatre Box Office on 01263 822347 or online from their website at www.sheinghamlittletheatre.com

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Winter Garden Makeovers

By Matt Carlton of Norfolk Landscape Gardeners

“It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, Everywhere you go”

Except in my garden, which is looking particularly unglamorous at the moment, as a result of a chronic lack of time.

It’s a bit of a problem isn’t it, trying to think about making a garden special during the winter months? It is tempting to spend our time contemplating the “warmer” weather to come, to close the curtains and light a fire and let the garden go to the dogs.

The reality is though, that this is a brilliant time to treat yourself to a garden makeover.

Now that the weather has turned colder, the weeds have died back, and the leaves have dropped, we can really see the structure of our gardens and have a good long think about the space we would like to enjoy in the coming summer.

Now is the best time to think about structural changes to your garden. Creating new spaces like patio areas, outdoor dining spaces, open areas, pergolas, garden buildings, new lawns, flower beds. This is the ideal time to put those

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things in place, so that when the spring comes, new plants can be put in and by the time we arrive at the idyllic and maybe mythical “long hot days of summer”, you can put your feet up and enjoy your garden. I often ask you to step into your garden for a moments contemplation on a particular subject. This time, I would like you to wrap a scarf around your neck, pull on your warmest socks and step out into your garden and imagine the summer. Imagine the warmth of the sun on your face, the smell of the flowers, the sound of birdsong in every corner, the hum of bees amongst the flowers.

Consider the crackle of a barbeque, the chink of an ice cube in a glass and above all, the sound of your own contentment as you relax in your own private Idaho, shutting out the world and all its troubles and simply being where you are.

A beautiful thought, I think you’ll agree. But we need to make that happen. That patio replacement you need to set off the hot tub you promised yourself has to be designed and built, the new flower borders to replace the overgrown ones need to be put in and arranged and the new driveway that you have always promised yourself to make the

front of your property really stand out needs to be planned and built.

That is where I’d really like you to give us a call. Norfolk Landscape Gardeners truly relishes the opportunity to make a garden really work for people, to make your space personal, practical and beautiful. From initial concept, via detailed hand-drawn designs, to completion, we really want to make your garden beautiful for the summer and right now is the ideal time to start.

Our initial consultations are free, where we will visit you to discuss your ideas in detail and work those ideas into a practical reality, so please give us a call and treat your garden to a Christmas present. Let it be all it can be.

Look after each other, Merry Christmas from all of us at Norfolk Landscape Gardeners

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01692 409705 07917 433700

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NORTH WALSHAM & BRADFIELD FLOWER CLUB

Wendy Goodliffe from Spalding was our last demonstrator of the year when she visited us on 24 November for an entertaining Christmas demonstration, which was enjoyed after suitably festive refreshments.

No meeting in December, instead members will enjoy a pre-Christmas Lunch at The Beechwood Hotel.

Fresh Seasonal Wreaths We will continue to sell our Christmas grave/door wreaths up until the weekend before Christmas.

Small, medium or large with a variety of evergreen foliage and as little or as much decoration as required. Prices £6 - £10. Tel 01692 404628.

Your property in safe hands Relax and let Hayes + Storr Solicitors handle your property legal matters with the care and professionalism you deserve.

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THE SCHOOL NATIVITY

Every school must have one, the Christmas Nativity, Poor Tom was feeling so depressed at all the activity, He wanted to be the donkey or even have 'Joseph's ' part He'd read the parts so nicely and knew them all by heart.

He knew he'd be a great donkey as he had a cheeky grin And Mum and Dad in the audience would be so proud of him, He believed he'd make a good 'Joseph', walking by 'Mary's' side He could smile and beam in every scene and exude a wondrous smile.

The part he got he did not want, the 'innkeeper' was he All dressed up, one word to say, he felt it, oh, so twee, The single word was two letters long, his prowess he could not show He stood there in the doorway and all he said was “No”.

Rehearsals were, as always, endless, the teachers would sometimes shout, And Louise, who was 'Mary' was very soon booted out, Over and over they did their parts, his patience wearing thin Remembering always to say just “No”, 'cos there was no room in the inn.

Then came that day in December when parents settled down to see The Lower School perform that year's production of 'Nativity', Everything was going fine until the innkeeper, young Tom, Said, “Yes, of course you can, come in sit down, I'll put the kettle on”.

Paul Scrivener

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Happy Christmas from

North Walsham Churches Together SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH

Kings Arms Street, North Walsham. Tel 01692 403258 www.sacredheartnorthwalsham.com 24th December 11 am: Mass for the 4th Sunday of Advent at Sacred Heart Church, North Walsham 6pm: First Mass of Christmas at Sacred Heart Church, North Walsham 9pm: Midnight Mass at St John of the Cross, Aylsham 25th December 9am: Sung Christmas Morning Mass at St Helen's, Hoveton 11am: Sung Christmas Morning Mass at Sacred Heart, North Walsham

NEW LIFE CHURCH CHRISTMAS SERVICES

New life Church, NW Community Centre New Life Church would love you to join us for any of our services over Christmas.

Come along to our Carol Service on Christmas Eve, 10.30am Community Centre, and we’re there each Sunday at 10.30am, we’d love to see you there!

For all details see www.newlifenorthwalsham.com or call 01692 406050

ST NICHOLAS PARISH CHURCH

Thursday 21st December 12.00 noon Lunch time Carol Service Saturday 23rd December 7.00 pm Festival of Lessons and Carols This is by candlelight and low lighting. Please bring a torch/ mobile light if you think you need extra light.

Sunday 24th Christmas Eve 5.00 pm Christingle Young people are welcome to come dressed as angels, shepherds, wise men (and women!), Marys’, Joseph’s etc.

11.30 pm Midnight Communion Monday 25th December Christmas Day 8.00 am Holy Communion (1662) 10.30 am Family Communion Our main celebration of Christmas with families and friends.

If you have already received Christmas presents, why not bring one with you?

CHRISTMAS SERVICES AT Worstead Baptist Church (Meeting Hill)

Christmas Carol Service: Sunday 24th December at 10-30am (followed by mince pies and tea/ coffee).

Christmas Day All Age Celebration (only 45 minutes long): 10-00am.

Rev Patrick Coghlan (01263) 734739.

THE METHODIST CHURCH

24th December – Christmas Eve 10.30am – Worship together 4pm – Christingle Service – led by Anne Russen 25th December – Christmas Day 10am – Christmas Morning Worship – led by Revd John Fenn

NORTH WALSHAM CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH CROMER ROAD CHRISTMAS SERVICES

We warmly welcome you to our Christmas Services Christmas Eve Sunday December 24th 10.30am.Service of Carols with Singing Group Item – led by Mr Emil Ernst Sunday December 31st – 10.30am.

Service of Carols & Reflections with Testimonies.

Items by Singing Group.

Conducted by Rev Richard Woodhouse All Services followed by Coffee & Mince Pies

A very Blessed Christmas to you all

CHRISTMAS WITH THE SALVATION ARMY

Salvation Army, Hall Lane North Walsham Sun, 24th December – 10am - Family Meeting, 4pm Candlelight carol service(with our band, songsters & timbrels) N.B. Please note we do not have a service on Christmas Day this year!

All are welcome to join us every Sunday at 10am for family worship and also special events as advertised on Sunday afternoons!!

For more info (Tel (01692) 652263 or e-mail richard.durrant@salvationarmy.org.uk .

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North Walsham Probus Club ‘Chivalry, Duty and Servitude’ by Kindra Jones

Kindra explained that she studied History at University, in particular Armour and 14th century knights.

She showed pictures of fictional knights, starting with the Black Nights of that era - the black colour coming from the colour of their armour, which was coated in oil and heated to prevent it rusting.

It was followed by King Arthur, bearing a sword in his right hand - the left shoulder opposite was covered by armour. She explained this was incorrect because his right shoulder was the most vulnerable, being nearest to his opponent and open to injury, not as depicted.

She had brought along several examples of armour, and displayed a small item of chain mail which was quite heavy.

“What is a knight?” - a man of noble birth. He is a servant, a horseman, the ultimate mounted warrior in armour.

Carer Rights Day at the Day Services Hub

Some of our older regular visitors and younger people from local schools shared time Age Concern North Norfolk’s Day Services Hub, where a member of the Carer Matters team, Mary Russell led a chat on both old and young carers.

As carers arrived, they were offered contact and information on services provided by ‘Carers Matter’.

In North Norfolk, many carers remain hidden and not accessing support available. ‘Carer Matters’ aim to widen the distribution of information on support available to ensure more carers can take full advantage of all the help and assistance that can is on offer.

For further details call in at 35b Cremer Street, Sheringham or telephone 01263 821188.

presents

At the age of seven a boy became a page, by 15 he became a squire. From 20 onwards he was eligible to be made a knight. As a sword bearer, he took an oath of allegiance to his master.

At the time of the Crusades, the Knights Templar was formed as monastic orders, whose members would act as soldiers protecting pilgrims.

Jousting became a favourite pastime - initially using a spear or lance, later a three pointed lance for greater effect, but less dangerous. Swords and wooden clubs, all were used to knock a contestant off his horse.

Armour in the English Civil war became lighter due to the lessoning of hand-to-hand fighting.

Heavy leather jackets boiled in wax were in use to protect the less wealthy warriors. Chain mail came into greater use. Helmets changed shape to provide greater protection but were still not protection against stabbing.

In the 14th century Plate Armour was introduced. This comprised of many overlapping steel plates attached to a heavy linen jacket, reaching perfection in the 15th century by the introduction high carbon steel, but they could weigh 40 to 60 kilograms.

Finally, as only three to five inches of a sword’s blade was pointed and sharpened, greater accuracy could be achieved by using two hands, one holding the hilt, the other halfway down the blade to guide it to the target.

The January talk is ‘The Fire Service’ by John Baker.

Mike Sothcott

North Walsham and Dilham Canal Trust Calendar Offer

Showcase Gallery has joined forces with one of the area's major attractions, to offer what both hope will be an ideal Christmas present for those proud of their local heritage.

Anyone taking out membership of the North Walsham and Dilham Canal Trust before Christmas Eve, either for themselves or as a gift, will be entitled to buy this year's full-colour North Walsham calendar for the discounted price of £4.50, a saving of £3 (one per household).

Would-be members can join the Trust at Showcase Gallery, in North Walsham's Market Place, which has produced and sells the calendars.

The calendar features many local views, including a photo of Ebridge Mill pond on the canal, taken by Trust officer Julie Kelleher.

The Trust is restoring parts of the 19th century canal, which had fallen into neglect, and hundreds of walkers, fishermen, canoeists and sailors are now able to enjoy stretches of the waterway.

Friday 12th January Tickets £7, under 16s £3 Bar opens at 6.45pm for 7.30pm Pop in to Hughes, New Road, or Showcase Gallery, Market Place for tickets. Also available on the door or at www.ticketsource.co.uk/atriumcinema.

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Members can help with the restoration effort in a variety of practical, administrative and social ways. Entry to canal film nights is free and they also receive a quarterly newsletter packed with information.

Volunteer work parties are held on two Sundays of each month. Annual membership costs £10 for an individual or £15 for a family.

Anyone interested in joining can also visit the Membership section of the Trust's website www.nwdct.org or write to The North Walsham & Dilham Canal Trust Membership Secretary, 25 Drovers Way, Bishop's Stortford, Hertforshire CM23 4GF.

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Love My Garden First Ever Pre-Christmas Sale Starts Now!

Groveland, Thorpe Market Road, Roughton, Norfolk NR11 8TB. 01263 833330

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FREE ADVERTISING OF HOUSEHOLD, GARDEN AND PERSONAL EFFECTS ONLY Maximum 30 words, total value of £300, one ad per person per issue

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(vehicles, cars, caravans, trailers, boats, property, business etc not accepted without charge) Animals - pets, livestock, live fish etc not accepted

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. 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 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 Lady requires garage or parking in Cromer town. Polystyrene sheets to insulate garden shed Tel 01263 516828 Small wood burning stove 01263 577468 Glass greenhouse 6'6'' x 6'6'' approx max 8'6'' long can dismantle and remove Tel 01263 570176 or email gregorydon04@gmail.com Records 45s 78s and LPs cassettes also CDs singles only all considered 01692 405756

FOR SALE

2 girls mountain bikes suit 8 - 11 years £30 each. Gents bike £30. All in good condition. Tel 07527 536633 North Walsham Brother printer with new cartridge in working order £10 Tel 07909 690073 Three 200 litre composite wall empty containers complete with clamp seal lids all in good condition approximate size 36" high x 24" diameter free to collect from Holt or possible local delivery Tel 07917 713285 Free house/conservatory plants 6ft weeping fig 2 x 2 ft money plants crussula porlulacae peace lily and many others must collect Tel 01263 820016

Pine circular table 1 metre diameter 3 pine dining chairs with cushions £55 the lot.

Bamboo circular relaxing chair 1 metre diameter complete with very deep cushion £40. Tel 01263 761919 Mahogany 6 seater dining suite very good condition one mark on the table £65 buyer collects Tel 07990 874560 Laser 2009 torque wrench used 3 times unmarked £25 Tel 01263 722375 Childs high chair exc condition only occasional use at grandparents only £8. Immaculate John Lewis rocker chair outstanding condition no marks or scratches upholstered cushions will email photographs offers iro £40.Tel 01692 402869 Bushnell GPS 'Neo Ghost' golf rangefinder as new only used twice cost £89 in September from American Golf sell for £45.

Motocaddy 'Lite' golf cart bag blue/black with waterproof hood vgc £40.01263 821987 Black glass TV stand cable holes in rear panel takes up to 42" set vgc £25 Tel 01263 649361 Silver-cross combination pram comes with carrier/car seat rain cover baby bag stand and sleeping bag £80. Standard size cot with drop side and mattress £60. Excellent condition. Tel 01692 406316 Toshiba DVD player excellent condition £20. Silvercrest shoulder heat pad as new £15. Wooden toilet seat and cover excellent condition £15. Tel 01263 825510 Fold up guest bed spring based used only once £35ono Tel 01263 514322 VW Passat pair of electric wing mirrors dark blue off 02-04 reg in perfect condition also centre and side front grills £80ono Tel 01263 576839/07747 787169 (text only) New World integrated larder fridge in good order £70ono. Scroll saw 2 speed 406.4mm with quickset blade changing feature £75. Tel 07584 045073 King size 5ft brass effect head board with pink floral porcelain knobs photo on request or can be seen in Cromer£50ono Tel 07596 675891 Keyboard Casio CTK 6200 on stand never used, £115. Laptop stand black tempered glass and chrome very sturdy and stylish excellent condition reasonable offers considered. Tel 01263 515464.

Light oak dining table H75cm L150cm W90cm £25. Black glass and chrome corner TV stand £10. Buyer collects. Tel 01263 519270 Riding boots short black size 6 worn twice good condition £15 Tel 01692 404436 3ft divan bed as new purchased local for £300 with drawers under will sell £60.

Men’s clothes large size some new trousers shirts jumpers etc£2 & £1 each.

Tel 01692 402384 Bedside cabinet light oak 3drawers white and shelf £14. V Fit trainer with hand straps £8. Tel 01263 721522 Bridge/card fold up table wooden legs fold in with green baize top lightweight reasonable condition £10. Beautiful antique china assorted dining set & tea set Wood & Sons Belle Fiori design. Tel 01263 826807 leave message if out 4-drawer rosewood bureau W74cm H100cm £50. Ducal antique pine dresser W130cm H174cm £100. Electric rise and recline tapestry armchair £150. Delivery possible. Tel 01263 722639 Pressure cooker Tower 5.5lt brand new never used still in box £20 01692 403120 Sea fishing gear nets long lines oilskins buoyancy jacket various sundries £30 the lot Tel 07729 900914 Jacque Vert white evening top size 16/18 never worn with sleeve nice with black trousers for a night out cost £79 will accept £20 Tel 01263 822934 New size 3 ladies blue velcro slippers £3.

Half a Walls ice cream container of new buttons £1. Mitre shin guards 2 pairs £1 per pair. Fridgidaire hand held new mixer £3. Celestron telescope needs overhauling make an offer! Tel 01692 405663 Sigma 135-400 APO autofocus zoom lens 4/3rds mount or micro with adaptor mint cased boxed. £150. Carnival Tritium watch black 15 coloured Tritium tubes mint boxed £110. Tel 01692 500776 6 babies sleeping bags 6-18 months £15.

Tel 01692 407140/07876 541594 24 tins Butchers dog food meaty chunks in gravy £10. Ladies ¾ sleeve top rust/multi patterned XXL £8. Leighton Denny nail polish £3 per bottle. Travel case of games draughts backgammon dominoes etc £15.

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Marmalade jars orange screw top lids ideal for home preserves £1 per dozen Tel 01692 538899 Scottow Claud Butler Legend gents hybrid bicycle 23in frame Shimano SiS alloy wheels rear carrier vgc £165. Peugeot Parisienne ladies bicycle 1980s style icon mixte frame straight handlebars £125. 01692 500988 Monkey Puzzle tree approx 2 feet high healthy tree currently in a nice pot £30 without pot £40 including pot Tel 01263 502298 Sheringham Large sacks of dry chopped kindling £4 Tel 01692 409756/07768 684556 free delivery in North Walsham Smart-Trike converts from pushchair to trike ages 1 to 4 yrs includes instruction leaflet £25. Large curtains light blue 210cm x 340cm £35. Tel 01692 403742 Good quality artificial Christmas tree stands 6’ tall in its own wicker tub hook on branches so packs away into box for storage excellent condition £25ono Tel 07799 087887/01263 649108 Indoor fibre optic Christmas tree with colour change lights very good condition approximately 7ft tall from base to top £30ono Tel 01692 402202 Roddy design baby doll with two sets of clothes 1950's style £50. Corner wash hand basin and taps £10. Both good condition. Tel 01263 823111 Free house/conservatory plants 6 feet weeping fig tree 2ft money plant peace Lily plus other houseplants must collect. Tel 01263 820016 1 x 400g Aran wool cream 6 x 100g Aran wool cream Wendy £15 the lot. Proceeds to charity. Tel 01692 403957 Ski boots size 6 Salomon black vgc £30.

Clothes dryer 4 arms strong but light brought inside good condition £15. Tel 01263 824745 Large tricycle with luggage box £8. Single wooden bed to assemble £8. Free black plastic water tub 1m tall. Tel 01263 577468 Free child’s kitchen needs attention. Bag of utensils £6. Bag toy food £6. Shopping trolley £6. Till plus money £6. Child’s pink bike 5 years £6. 01263 823160/07791 105729 Interesting grandfather clocks 01263 514552 Mountain bike 22in frame 21 gears front disc brake vgc £45 Tel 01263 824330

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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Interview Skills Workshop Success

Merchants' Place Community Resource and Learning Centre, Cromer, recently delivered a free Interview Skills Workshop presented by Julia Knight, Lead Adviser for Access to Opportunities Project, funded by the Big Lottery, and Peter Battrick from North Norfolk Speakers Club.

The workshop was well attended with very positive feedback from participants.

"Confidence in speaking- what you say and how you say it - is one of the most important skills for interviews. On behalf of North Norfolk Speakers Club, I was pleased to be able to contribute to the workshop" said Peter.

For further information about Community Resource Learning at Merchants' Place, please visit www.merchantsplace.co.uk email info@merchantsplace.co.uk or tel. 01263 519454

North Norfolk Speakers Club meets on alternate Wednesdays, 6.45pm at North Walsham High School, Spenser Avenue, North Walsham. For further information please visit www.nnsc.co.uk. email northnorfolkspeakersclub@gmail.com or telephone 07775 793999 16

Peter Battrick from North Norfolk Speakers Club and Julia Knight, Lead Adviser for Access to Opportunities Project at Merchants' Place

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Winter

“We’re in your neighbourhood”

Most folk dread the onset of Winter, Those long, chilly nights and sharp frosts.

The northerly winds blow straight through you, Especially those cold, biting gusts!

The weather can be really awful, With rain, sleet and snow often seen.

I love the all the wintery conditions, Except when it gets too extreme!

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I love walking the bleak empty beaches; Few others will brave this stark scene.

But wrapped up in warm winter clothing, It’s so bracing - the air fresh and clean!

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In cities, the streets empty early, As people rush back to their homes.

They only go out if they have to, No one wants to be chilled to their bones.

Trade & Public - call for details

Then there’s the planning for Christmas, Decorations and lights for the trees.

Baubles and tinsel and presents to wrap Thrills mounting as we prepare these.

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I admit there’s a real anticlimax, Once celebrations are done.

The first months of the year can really drag by, But at least the nights aren’t so long!

I love sitting beside my warm, glowing fire On horrible nights when it's cold.

When snow covers the ground, I feel safe and sound And cocooned, as my life’s put on hold!

For those who can’t see any good points, And think Winter’s too hard to enjoy, They have only to look a few weeks ahead, When Spring will bring back warmth and joy!

Frances Wraight

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Santa Paws made time in his hectic schedule to deliver presents to the dogs Christmas Party hosted by Animal Magic Dog Club. The club has been busy fundraising all year, supporting local good causes and the chosen beneficiary for the party was DogLost, Norfolk & Suffolk Branch. This volunteer led organisation does an incredible job of assisting in the search and return of dogs reported lost or stolen in our region. If the worst happens and you lose your beloved pet, they are the first people to turn to for help.

Great fun was had at the party raising £500, which DogLost will use to buy specialist wildlife cameras. These cameras will enable them to remotely monitor feeding stations to see if theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re being visited by the missing dog which will assist in their capture.

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CHANGE AND THOSE WHO CANNOT CHANGE THEIR MINDS CANNOT CHANGE ANYTHING. GEORGE BERNARD SHAW

amazing local organisation that saves stray dogs who remain unclaimed from being put to sleep.

Thank you to all members who have supported our fundraising efforts throughout the year, we wish you and your dog a very Happy Christmas and look forward to seeing you all at the start of our new training term in January.

Animal Magic Dog Club based near North Walsham is a fun, family orientated club offering a wide range of training for puppies, junior and adult dogs.

For more information on classes available, please visit our web site www.animal-magix.co.uk

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North Walsham and District Branch of Cats Protection

As we approach the end of 2017 it is time to reflect on what we have been doing to help cats and kittens in the very large area that we cover.

At the time of writing, we have had 192 cats in care, their ages ranging from newborn to 12 years old. Over 160 of these are now in new homes with a further three also reserved. Some of these have been long term residents in the cat pens and, although we were delighted to see them go, we have missed them. Cats like Harvey, our lovely FIV positive lad who needed an indoor home and Beth, a very timid cat who is now settled with Justyna, one of our volunteers, who is happy to allow her to take time to settle in her own time and on her own terms. Keifer and Kia, two lovely black cats that came in from a colony, will also have left for their new home together with lovely people who have had timid cats before and appreciate it will be several weeks before they accept their new lifestyle. It can take weeks [or even months]for this to happen but is especially rewarding when it does.

Several cats have needed treatment at the vets, mainly for dentals, although this year there have been several with eye problems, two of which have needed surgery for ingrown lashes. Nutsey, one of these, is also having treatment to resolve a allergy problem and cannot be put up for adoption until this is resolved. Theo, an active young kitten, came into care with a nasty fracture and needed weeks of cage rest with Bren, one of our volunteers.

On two occasions this year we have answered cries for help from people with too many cats. The circumstances have been different but in both instances we have been able to help. In the first instance 12 kittens came into care and we paid for the adults to be neutered. The second is ongoing with 13 already with us and 2 more to come in. In this case the owner is in hospital and the landlord had to get her consent before we could help. All are friendly cats, unusual in these situations.

As well as our special Neutering Campaign, Cats’ Protection policy is now to pay for neutering of all kittens that leave before they are old enough for the operation. It’s another good reason to give a home to one of our cats or kittens. Our Adoption Fee is very reasonable and is the same for all, irrespective of age or colour, and they will have been to the vets, treated for fleas and worms, vaccinated and chipped.

Christmas Food to Avoid

With Christmas just around the corner, we always see a huge increase in the number of toxicity cases that we see. Generally this is down to the sheer volume of chocolates and cakes that are bought and eaten through December and possibly also in part to the busy lives that we lead these days resulting in our not hiding them very well! I have included a guide below to the main culprits that we see at this time of year.

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Things to avoid: • Christmas cake and mince pies (raisins and sultanas can cause kidney failure in dogs), Chocolate (very tasty, but very toxic!)

Stuffing (onions, garlic and chives can cause red blood cell destruction), Sweets (xylitol, the artificial sweetener can be toxic at high levels) Nuts, particularly Macadamia nuts.

In fact, the best way to spoil your pets at Christmas is with extra walks, play time and affection. Even safer foods such as turkey, green vegetables or animal specific treats can cause problems if pets have too much or are not used to them.

Our case this month is also a toxicity case, but nothing to do with Christmas. The patient in question, a 5 year old black Labrador, was brought in to the surgery as she was behaving very strangely and twitching incessantly. Although the owner had no knowledge of her ingesting anything unusual, she lives on a working farm and her symptoms and neurological exam were very suggestive of a neuro toxin.

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Finally, we would like to thank everyone who helps or supports us and wish them a Happy Christmas and a Healthy and Prosperous New Year.

If you are interested in receiving help to neuter your cat/kitten, please ring 07880 256948 it (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.

Golden Eye, one of the cats that recently arrived from a multi cat household

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.

Hedgehog Haven

Just when I thought there would be no more hedgehogs coming in this year, along came Kath on 3 December. At less than 300grms she would not have survived the winter months outside.

Overwintering can be very rewarding but should not be undertaken lightly. Here are a few tips about what is needed:

a constant temperature of approximately 18oC day and night a quiet environment a suitable hutch or cage someone you can contact – either a vet or a carer in case the hedgehog needs medication • keep a chart and weigh regularly • and finally remember you are dealing with a wild animal - they are messy and will need cleaning out at least once a day, preferably twice.

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On behalf of myself and the 35 hedgehogs in care, I wish you all a Happy Christmas.

Neuro toxins are substances that adversely affect the nervous system and brain and often lead to seizuring. She was immediately admitted, placed on a drip and further tests run. Shortly afterwards she vomited a huge volume of rat poison and began to seizure. Fortunately, treatment had already been instigated and over the course of the next 12 hours of intensive care she stopped fitting and gradually improved. She was able to go home later that night and returned 8 hours later like a different dog. Despite dicing with death and receiving a great deal of anti-seizure medication she trotted back into the surgery as though nothing had happened. Animals truly are inspirational and fortunately, she will be around to see a Christmas that she nearly didn’t make!

Toby Morrell MRCVS Westover Vets

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“It Brings Us All Together”: Participatory Dance Workshops Improve Wellbeing For Older People In Norfolk New creative activities to support the health of vulnerable older people in parts of Norfolk is paying dividends as research shows a marked increase in personal wellbeing as a result of taking part.

Since October, the ‘Our Day Out’ project for residents of Breckland and North Norfolk, delivered by arts and community development charity Creative Arts East, has been working with Rambert, recognised world leaders in contemporary dance, to provide dance workshops for older people, particularly those living with dementia, and the sessions have been a huge success.

Funded by the Spirit of 2012 Trust, alongside contributions from Norfolk County, Breckland and North Norfolk Councils, 'Our Day Out' is a fantastic programme, engaging vulnerable older people through high quality participatory arts sessions, delivered by professional artists.

The latest sessions, taking place twice a month in Attleborough, Dereham, Watton, Thetford, Wells-next-the-sea and North Walsham, are a special collaboration with international dance company Rambert, where participants enjoy gentle music and movement workshops in a safe, inclusive and dementia-friendly environment.

sessions, participants have seen one of Rambert’s most acclaimed works, Ghost Dances, at Norwich Theatre Royal, and on 13th December were taken to London for an exclusive tour of Rambert’s headquarters where they had behind-the-scenes access to the award-winning building, including the costume department, rehearsal studios and archive rooms.

Sarah, one of the workshop facilitators said “The ‘Our Day Out’ sessions are an opportunity for people to come together, move together, to socialise in a safe environment. The most important thing for me as a leader is that we feel safe enough to be as we are and accept everyone as they are. I think that the theme of Rambert’s Ghost Dances has offered a lot of scope for people to connect on some level, whether it’s enjoying the music, the types of movement or enjoying the exploration of some of those wider themes as well.”

Creative Arts East is delivering ‘Our Day Out’ until 2019. From January to March 2018 the groups will be taking part in singing sessions with Norfolk-based singing duo Mary and Kim. They will be encouraging participants to lend their voice to familiar songs from yesteryear, experience new styles, and even try their hand at song-writing.

These sessions will culminate in a special ‘Big Sing’ concert, bringing all the groups together at Dereham Memorial Hall on 29 March.

‘Our Day Out’ welcomes all older people, no previous experience necessary, and Creative Arts East is keen to welcome new participants, particularly when the new sessions begin in January. If you, or someone you know would like to find out more about joining or volunteering for the project, then please get in touch with Lea Schiller at Creative Arts East on 01953 713390 or email lea@creativeartseast.co.uk for more information.

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Measuring the programme’s impact through a nationally-recognised wellbeing scale, Creative Arts East found that after participating in ‘Our Day Out’ 95% of people created new social connections, 93% shared positive experiences, 80% have engaged with the arts and 78% felt better about themselves. Overall 70% had shown an increase in their wellbeing as a result.

One participant said “Sometimes I forget my words when I talk to people, but when I am here I don’t have to worry about that because everyone here is understanding – it’s a safe place to be.”

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The lifeboat launched with Tim Grimmer at the helm and Charlotte Siely, Martin Gibbs and Sam Gillard and went to the beach at Manor Caravan Park.

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Scrap in Stamp Duty Land Tax for First Time Buyers

The Government have announced in the Autumn Budget, plans to cut Stamp Duty Land Tax for first-time buyers in the hope of easing the current housing crisis. Chancellor Philip Hammond declared the plans in an effort to help first-time buyers struggling to get on the property ladder.

The change has been introduced as new data shows that Stamp Duty Land Tax alone blocks 45,000 house purchases each year. It has been welcomed by many as there are concerns that the property market is at risk of coming to a standstill, and with the increase to interest rates, this is seen as a beneficial change to the home buying process.

What is Stamp Duty Land Tax? Stamp Duty Land Tax is a tax paid on the purchase of both residential and commercial properties, if over a certain value, in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

You pay the tax when you: • Buy a freehold property • Buy a leasehold property • Buy a property through a shared ownership scheme • Are transferred land or property in exchange for payment, e.g. you take on a mortgage or buy a share in a house

What are the changes?

• Stamp duty to be abolished immediately for first-time buyers purchasing properties worth up to £300,000 • In London and other expensive areas, the first £300,000 of the cost of a £500,000 purchase by first-time buyers will be exempt from stamp duty

As per the HMRC's guidelines, in order to count as a first-time buyer, you must not, either alone or with others, have previously acquired a major interest in a residential dwelling or an equivalent interest in land situated anywhere in the world. This includes previous acquisitions by inheritance or gift, or by a financial institution.

If the property is purchased jointly, all the purchasers must meet these conditions.

Will this measure help the housing crisis?

Whilst the temporary relief period that ran from March 2010 - March 2012 shows the cut in Stamp Duty Land Tax can be successful in enticing first-time buyers, it is not the only factor affecting them today.

Rosemary Farman

First-time buyers still face the struggle of saving for the deposit needed as part of the purchase, mainly due to the ratio of property prices to incomes doubling over the last 30 years. As such, many receive a gift from parents or grandparents to aid towards the deposit and therefore allowing them to purchase their first home.

Many also now face the effect of the rise in interest rates, which are the highest they have been in five years. This will have a direct impact on mortgage rates, meaning monthly repayments are likely to be higher, and this is just another thing for potential home owners to consider when deciding whether to buy their first home.

Alongside the current changes impacting the country it remains to be seen if this will have the desired effect on the market, however any help for first-time buyers in this economy is certainly welcomed!

Whether you're buying, selling, investing, or letting a property our Conveyancing experts are on hand to help guide you through the process. Contact our North Walsham office today on 01692 660230 or Sheringham office on 01263 823398.

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Anglia Mowers, Sheringham, donate much needed gardening equipment to About with Friends Gardening Service

About with Friends Gardening Service has benefited from a generous donation from Anglia Mowers. Some of their gardening equipment needed to be replaced urgently and Calvin Pigott, Partner at Anglia Mowers, Sheringham, kindly came to our rescue donating a Honda Versatool Power Unit, long reach hedge L>R Steve and James (AWF), Justin trimmer attachment, line (Anglia Mowers), Andy (AWF), Calvin trimmer and Honda (Anglia Mowers), Tim (AWF). hedge trimmer.

Based in Cromer, About with Friends is a fun, active and energetic charity offering children, young people and adults with learning disabilities the chance to lead the lives they choose. When they become part of our organisation they have opportunities to develop lasting friendships; engage in fun and active social activities; get involved in the community; have the chance to try new experiences and learn new skills both for life and work but above all feel a valued part of society while enjoying life to the full.

“Gardening Service staff and volunteers support members to carry out weeding, planting, mowing, pruning, hedge cutting and many other gardening tasks. Many of our customers are older people who need help with their gardens. The team also looks after our allotment in East Runton where we grow fruit and vegetables for our catering service and café”.

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About with Friends Chief Executive Helen Dalton-Hare said “We are so pleased that Anglia Mowers has donated this much needed equipment which is greatly appreciated and will enable our gardeners to continue their work in the community”

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Official Opening - North Walsham apparatus to showcase their talents.

Gymnastics Club

North Walsham Gymnastic Club have been in their new premises on Cornish Way Business Park from mid-September. Since then the number of gymnasts participating in the sport has increased from 200 to an incredible 480!

On Sunday 3 December it was officially opened by The Right Honourable Norman Lamb MP. Approximately 50 people attended the event, including the Mayor of North Walsham Sallie Stuckey, Maggie Prior North Norfolk District Councillor, committee members and the coaching team.

During the ceremony a selection of gymnasts performed various displays across the

Alexis addressed the audience and thanked all those who had helped and contributed during the last few years. The project would not have been possible without the financial contributions from Sport England £50,000, The Big Society £10,000 and Jewson’s Building Merchants £5,000. With further support from many other national and local organisations, traders and the tireless fundraising events over the years, the Dream, Believe, Achieve project has now became a reality.

Alexis said ‘I started the club way back in 2001 at North Walsham Sport Centre two evenings a week with just 15 children, now there are an astonishing 480 with more joining in the new year. It has taken 10 years of searching

for a suitable property and several years to negotiate and secure leases, contracts and complete necessary building work’. Alexis continued ‘It has been a very long project and would not have been possible without the support of so many people from the coaches to the committee members and from my family’.

The facility is a great addition to North Walsham offering classes for all ages and continues to go from strength to strength with extra sessions being offered in the New Year, as demand grows the club hope to expand further to meet the needs of the local community.

North Norfolk District Council launches its first Business Awards

Inaugural celebration of the best in the district gets under way The inaugural North Norfolk District Council Business Awards have been launched – and businesses across the district are being encouraged to put themselves forward to win one of the prestigious titles.

The awards (#NNBA18) are open to businesses of all sizes and across all sectors. The aim is to promote and celebrate the vibrant business community across North Norfolk, and to unearth some hidden gems during the process.

There are seven categories : Agricultural, Business Growth, Business Development & Innovation, Environmental, New Businesses, Tourism & Hospitality, and Young People & Skills.

Entries can be submitted until 15 January, with the shortlisted businesses invited to an awards ceremony at Gresham’s School on 15 February.

Cllr Tom FitzPatrick, Leader of North Norfolk District Council, said “We regularly deal with some very successful and very exciting ventures, but too often these successes don’t get the recognition they deserve.

“This inaugural project will reveal some of the hidden business stories across North Norfolk, and give the district as a whole the chance to celebrate the vibrancy of our business community.”

Cllr Nigel Dixon, NNDC Portfolio Holder for Business & Economic Development, said “There is huge diversity within the business community across North Norfolk, and these awards are designed to be relevant across all sectors. Many businesses will be keen to win their individual categories, but it’s just as important for us that every organisation that enters will benefit from taking part and be able to shout about all the successes they are having.”

Sports activities for Christmas school holidays

Activities at all three North Norfolk District Council sports centres A range of all-day sports activity days will be held at Cromer, North Walsham and Stalham sports centres in the last few days before Christmas.

Cromer Sports Centre will host a dodgeball fun day, a multisports day and a football fun day.

There will be a junior activity day, a football fun day and an activity day at North Walsham Sports Centre.

And there will be ball games and an activity day at Stalham Sports Centre.

The activities will be held between 20 and 22 December and all run from 9.30am to 3pm, although wrap around care will be available with early drop off and late pick up for most of the days if parents and carers wish.

All days are priced at £10, not including the wrap around care.

For more information and to book, go to www.north-norfolk.go.uk/book.

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The categories are being sponsored by Anglian Water, Archant, Eastlaw, New Anglia LEP and Norfolk Hideaways.

The awards night will be hosted by Chris Sargisson, Chief Executive of Norfolk Chamber of Commerce. He said “ Norfolk businesses are in great shape and many lead the world within their chosen field by demonstrating the key attributes needed for success: dynamism, creativity and resilience, to name just a few. The future and growth of the economy across the county – including in North Norfolk – is centred on recognising brilliance, supporting the region as a place where success thrives and, most importantly, celebrating the best.”

To enter the North Norfolk District Council Business Awards, visit www.north-norfolk.gov.uk/businessawards/index.html

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In the Premier Division, NWSCB’s Dennis Elliott, Richard Westgate and Werner Zivna hosted Poacher’s David Foster and Andy and Laura Marsh with Foster taking a maximum, dropping just the one set as he edged Westgate 13-11 in the fourth. The NWSCB player recovered from two down to beat Andy Marsh, who in turn picked up a brace including a 20-18, 13-11, 11-4 win against Zivna. Laura Marsh lost out 11-9 in the fourth to Elliott and was beaten by the strange score of 11-7, 0-11, 11-5, 11-2 by Zivna. Elliott and Zivna won the doubles against the Marsh’s in five to secure a draw. Aylsham Hathor’s Harley Dyson, Peter Ward and Ray Gale hosted NWSCA’s John Vaughan, Andy Beane and Richard Westgate (playing up). Beane came from behind in the fourth to beat Dyson in the fifth before the Aylsham player won a crucial third to pick up a good win against Vaughan 9-11, 11-6, 13-11, 11-8. Gale edged Westgate 15-13 in the third. Westgate and Beane won the doubles 14-12 in the fourth against Dyson and Gale to complete an 8-2 win for NWSCA. Beane also joined Howard Lupton and Tom Baldock-Yaxley in the quarter-final of the Knockout Doubles Cup where

NWSCA reached the semi-final with a 5-0 defeat of Backhanders.

In the First Division, Barracuda’s Chris Marshall, Andy Woods and Keith Register hosted NWSCC’s John Chapman, David Binns and Frank Weston.

Binns took a maximum with no sets dropped but each Barracuda took a brace with Register winning in four and five against Chapman and Weston respectively. A five set doubles win for the hosts completed Barracuda’s 7-3 win.

NWSCD’s Richard Porritt, Stuart Hook and Phil Stone took on NWSCE’s Andrew Weston and James and Ben Lester with James Lester taking a maximum, including wins in four against both Hook and Stone. Hook recovered from 0-4 to take the first 12-10 against Ben Lester, before the NWSCE player forced a decider from two down.

Hook’s 5-1 lead in the fifth was pegged back to 7-7 before the NWSCD player won 11-8. Each of the NWSCD trio took a brace with Ben Lester taking a set from Porritt and Stone saving a couple of set points against Weston. Hook and Stone beat the Lester's 14-12 in the fifth in the doubles to conclude NWSCD’s 7-3 win. The following week the same NWSCD trio visited

Gresham’s School B. Stone took a maximum beating Georgy Bezarashvilli, Bryan Lee and Kieran Peters in three, four and five sets respectively. Porritt and Hook both took braces with Hook beating Peters 11-6, 14-12, 7-11, 7-11, 11-7 and Porritt staying in control to beat Lee in four with too many missed balls costing the Gresham’s player. For the School, Peters beat Porritt in four and Lee defeated Hook in straight. Peters and Lee nearly recovered from 0-6 down in the deciding set of the doubles, but Porritt and Hook hung on to win the fifth 11-9 to conclude NWSCD’s 8-2 win.

In the Second Division, NWSCF’s Gudrun Scham, Paul Light and Edna Stone hosted Swordfish’s Nigel Brady, Shelley Betts and Rex Parfitt with Brady winning the opener against Stone in four. The remaining eight singles all went the way of the hosts with Betts taking a set from Stone and Light going the distance with Parfitt. Brady and Parfitt beat Stone and Light in the doubles 11-7, 11-5, 13-15, 4-11, 11-6 but NWSCF won the match 8-2.

With the halfway stage of the season approaching the Vikings' form has dipped a bit, labouring somewhat to win at bottom placed Letchworth 31 - 20 and then losing at home to Old Priorians 17 -14, only the visitors' second away victory. Heading to Eton Manor on 9 December they were in fifth place, five points behind both Amersham and Colchester who are third and fourth respectively.

the Under 13s team; older girls are welcome, an Under 15s side will be launched in the Spring. The teams will benefit from the vast experience of coaches Sophie Bambridge and Richard Polley (see picture.) On Sunday 21 January the Club will be hosting a Rugby Football Union sponsored "Warrior Camp" when girls will be able to drop in and try out the game; more details to follow but in the meantime visit www.facebook.com/Walshamminis.

The Club are excited to be offering opportunities for girls to play rugby. Sunday 7 January (10am ) will see the first training session for

The Vikings next home match is against League leaders Chingford on 6 January.

The Raiders are into the next round of the Norfolk Bowl (for 2nd XVs) after comprehensively defeating Norwich Medics.

In the League they are third following a narrow home defeat to unbeaten Fakenham.

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Fit Together Walks

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

Wednesday 3 January – 10:30am - Happisburgh Walk – Grade 3 – Approx. 3.25 miles – A flat walk on field edge, cross field paths and minor roads. Meet at the Wenn Evans Centre CP, Blacksmiths Lane, Happisburgh, NR12 0QY.

Tuesday 9 January – 11am - Trunch Walk – Approx.

2 miles – A relaxed flat countryside and village walk.

Meet at the playing field CP, Blooms Turn, Trunch, NR28 0PQ (As you enter Trunch from North Walsham

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The New Year will see the Youth teams begin their Norfolk and Eastern Counties Cup campaigns.

New players are still welcome, contact kmhooker9@gmail.com. Congratulations are in order for Sam Burroughs and Henley Brightman who were both selected for Norfolk Under 16s.

Wednesday 10 January – 10:30am - Mundesley to Paston Walk – Grade 3 – Approx. 3.5 miles – A walk with gentle inclines and steep declines with breath taking views of the coast on tracks, minor roads, cross field and cliff paths. Meet at the Royal Hotel CP, 30 Paston Rd, Mundesley, NR11 8BN. If you would like lunch after the walk then please call ahead of time on (01263) 720096.

Thursday 18 January– 10:30am - North Walsham Library Walk – Grade 2 – Approx. 2.7 miles – A Weavers Way/Town walk with concrete, dirt and grass paths and no gradients. Meet outside the North Walsham Library, (Parking charges apply), New Rd, North Walsham, NR28 9DE.

Thursday 18 January – 1:30pm - North Walsham Memorial Park Walk – Introductory and Grade 1 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 (01263) 519405 by 3pm on Wednesday 17 January.

Friday 19 January – 10:30am - Sutton Staithe Walk – Grade 3 – Approx. 3 miles. A walk on pavements and footpaths with one steep slope and steps. Meet at the Sutton Staithe Hotel REAR CP, the Staithe, Sutton, NR12 9QS.

Printed copies of the full Fit Together programme are available at 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 If you play 9 holes on The Links Golf Course what is the total Par for a Male?

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