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Issue 137 February 2013 Deadline for all submissions for the next issue is: February
8th 2013
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Diss Museum
Stars Turn Out
Last year’s display On the Square gave our visitors a glimpse into local Freemasonry.
For a unique celebration of nature writing’s great individualist.
Whether it goes back to ancient Egypt, or was an 17th or 18th century invention, nobody quite knows. You would not normally expect Masonic symbolism in a painting that dates from about 1480. But The Wayfarer by Hieronymous Bosch tells a different story. The picture has been interpreted as depicting the Prodigal Son and the Wandering Jew. But one art critic noticed several Masonic features. The figure’s left trouser leg is rolled up and he is wearing a slipper. The straps of his rucksack resemble a cable tow. He is holding his hat which has a plumb bob for a decoration. The cloth on his head could be used for ‘hoodwinking’ in Masonic ritual. The gate towards which he walks has a curious right-angled square on the top, while this angle is repeated on the house roof and in other parts of the painting. Moving from left to right he could be seen to be journeying from west to east, leaving the worldliness of the tavern for
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a higher life through the gate. There the cow symbolizes peace and plenty, while the owl in the tree represents wisdom - all very Masonic. In The Hiram Key, authors Knight & Lomas describe the picture of an initiate as being dressed like a medieval heretic in front of the Inquisition. So it is possible to read too much into the picture, although Freemasonry was tantamount to heresy in some eyes. But if the Masonic aspects of the painting are accepted, it means that Freemasonry was active long before many thought it existed. If it is seen as a secret offshoot of the Knights Templar, the painting dates from only two or three generations after their demise. Basil Abbott
An impressive array of distinguished writers of nature and the countryside will be part of a celebration at the Diss Corn Hall of the work of the late Roger Deakin, who would have been 70 in February. Since his death in 2006, Deakin’s reputation as one of the Britain’s most original and best-loved writers of country life has become established. The Corn Hall event promises not only readings from Deakin’s writing, including his three highly successful books, Waterlog, Wildwood and Notes From Walnut Tree Farm but extracts from his highly-praised Radio 4 documentaries and rarely-seen TV films of East Anglian life made during the 1990s. Among the readers will be Ronald Blythe, author of Akenfield, Richard Mabey, whose Flora Britannica and Nature Cure have been bestsellers, and the awardwinning travel and nature writer Robert Macfarlane who is chair of this year’s Man Booker Prize judging panel.
Author Terence Blacker, who is putting the event together, says that the evening will be celebration of Deakin’s distinctive, and often very funny, view of his world. “There have been many events of discussion about Roger and his writing. This will be different and in a way unique. It will be by him – it’s all about his voice, his words, his way of seeing things. There has never been an event where the different strands of his work - writing, radio, TV - have been brought together.” Roger Deakin - in his own words is at 7.30pm on 9th February at the Diss Corn Hall. Tickets £10 / Concessions £9 Diss Corn Hall St Nicholas St, Diss. Norfolk. IP22 4LB Box office: 01379 652241 www.disscornhall.co.uk For more information contact Jessica Wythe jessicawythe@googlemail.com
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Churches Together In Diss and Roydon present: Pictures Of Jesus
Lent Lunches
Messy Church
In this Lenten series we shall explore how artists have portrayed the life of Jesus from his birth to his resurrection.
Fridays 15th February�� ����������: Roydon Church Room 12.30-1.30pm
Saturday, 2nd February at Diss United Reformed Church (opp Co-op) 10am-12am.
craft activities, story, music, food and mess!- following a theme from the Bible.
A fun way for people of all ages to get together and explore new ways of being church together through
Entrance free.
We will also look at some of the artistic devices employed and there will be periods of meditation and reflection. Led by Revd. Robin Pagan on Mondays from 7.30pm: Starting 18th February� ��������� at Diss Roman Catholic Church, Shelfanger Road. 25th February� ��������� at Diss Roman Catholic Church 4th March at Diss Methodist Church, Victoria Road 11th March at Diss Methodist Church 18th March at Diss United Reformed Church (opp. Co-op)
22nd February�� ����������: Catholic Church, Shelfanger Road 12.30-1.30pm 29th February�� ����������: St. Mary’s Parish Church Hall, 12.30-1.30pm 8th March: Methodist Church Hall 12-1.30pm 15th March: Salvation Army Hall, Sunnyside. 12.30-1.30pm 22nd March: United Reformed Church, Mere St. 12.30-1.30pm Payment by contribution. All proceeds go to Christian Aid. and finally:
Come and be creative and have fun.
Competition Winner We are delighted to announce the winner of the pre Christmas competition. The mouth watering luxury Christmas hamper, very kindly sponsored by The Hearing Care Centre (www.hearingcarecentre.co.uk) for the Word Search competition was won by Mrs Barnett of Diss. Dispatch Editor in Chief Jonathan Horswell delivered the hamper to Mrs Barnett just prior to Christmas, and she was overwhelmed by her win.
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Chemdry East Anglia
Art Exhibition
We pride ourselves in delivering unbeatable results, customer satisfaction and superb value for money when it comes to all of your carpet and upholstery cleaning needs.
At Diss Corn Hall Gallery, 4th February - 2nd March, Box Office, Hours Free.
With free quotations and no call out charges, you can afford to put your trust in us! Whether it be a 4 storey Georgian manor house, or a tired single armchair, our industry leading chemicals and products allow us to deliver the highest quality clean, at fantastically competitive prices. Based in Diss Norfolk, we cover from Cromer to Colchester, Cambridge to Chelmsford, and everywhere in between. Take a look at our website for more info www.chemdryeastanglia.co.uk. Most of our services take no more than a few hours to clean, protect and dry, allowing you to carry on your day as usual. Our highly trained technicians will carry out the work at a time convenient to you, and offer professional, friendly advice and answer any cleaning questions you may have. With our 3 levels of service, Silver (clean only), Gold (clean & protect) and
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Platinum (clean, protect & sanitise or anti allergen) you can pick the one that’s right for you! Take a look at our services on our website. Feel free to browse our page and find the right service for you, before calling us on 01379 642011 for a free quote and details of our latest offers. Alternatively, why not drop us an email using our ‘Enquiry form’ via our website. Just input as much of the information requested as you can, and one of our friendly staff will contact you with a price. It’s as simple as that! Remember the facts! Free quotations, no call out charge, very competitive prices and discounts across the range, industry leading products and highly trained and qualified technicians!
Peter Knights - Campfires and Kingfishers (An Artist’s Journey down the River Waveney)
strawberries - all are captured in Peter’s evocative oil paintings. Afternoon demonstrations
During May 2012 local artist Peter Knights, accompanied by his brother Paul, canoed the River Waveney from its source to the sea. This unique exhibition depicts their journey exploring the extraordinary wetland wilderness and hidden backwaters of the Waveney in paintings, notes, sketches and photographs from the perspective of an artist on the river. From wild solitude and big skies, to otters, buzzards, large dogs and giant
On Wednesday 13th, 20th and 27th from 1.30-4pm, Peter will be working at his french box easel on a Waveney landscape and will be happy to answer questions. Evening viewings Wednesday 6th March 6pm - 7.45pm and Saturday 9th March 6.30pm - 7.15pm Join us afterward on Saturday for our celebration of the life and work of Roger Deakin.
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Diss Market And The Diss Farmer’s Market Remaining as popular as ever, the traditional town market continues to be held every Friday in the Market Place at the top of Mere Street. There are some fantastic locally produced food stalls, homemade pies, fruit and veg, specialist cheeses, country clothes and garden and domestic products. Also remember on the 2nd Saturday of every month the Diss Farmer’s Market is at the Market Place from 9am to 1pm.
This is the place to buy locally produced food direct from the producers: vegetables, pies, beef and pork, free range eggs, homemade fudge, apples and apple juice, jams, pickles and cakes, preserves, shrubs, crafts and more.
You can follow Big Skies Food Company on Twitter: @Bigskiesfoodco for the latest information regarding their home made pie range.
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All Hallows Healthcare Trust ...provides a unique complex of local Healthcare Services. All Hallows Home Care specialises in Needs Based Care for people living at home. The team aim to ensure that each client receives the highest standard of care, and to assist them to live as independently as possible, whilst recognising personal freedom of choice and recognise and promote dignity, self-respect, independence and privacy.
with a weekly service. It is vital that the residents keep active mentally and physically too make to most of everyday.
All Hallows Nursing Home in Bungay cares for residents who are physically dependant; many will need full assistance with most activities of daily living requiring nursing care from qualified staff with the experience knowledge and skills to meet their needs.
All Hallows Day Care Services are available every day except Saturdays. It is a great way to meet people, socialise, take part in a wide range of activities and if you wish you can even get your haircut and have a bath! Transport can be provided but is subject to availability.
Residents can relax and participate in the life of the home. There are 3 large bright day rooms with a TV and stereo equipment, a large conservatory leading to an enclosed garden, a dining room and a multi-denominational chapel
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They are encouraged to maintain their own leisure interests and hobbies but are given the opportunity of joining in with a range of activities organised within the home.
Referrals are accepted from Social Services and from the private sector. The Nursing Home takes referrals from the National Health Service too. Recruiting for staff see website for details.
Newman & Co Real Time Information (RTI). Many employers will have recently received a letter from HMRC informing them of their mandatory enrolment in RTI, the new monthly reporting regime for those operating a payroll scheme. For some, this may represent a significant additional administrative burden, especially for those still preparing manual payroll records. If you are already using recognised payroll reporting software, you should receive an update in time for the change to RTI in April this year. However, whatever your situation, it is advisable to review you current payroll solution and consider whether external assistance is required either in an advisory capacity or to prepare your payroll for you and ensure RTI compliance.
Annual Investment Allowances (AIA’s) The autumn statement brought with it the good news that the Chancellor has increased Annual Investment Allowances from £25,000 to £250,000 for two years starting 1st January 2013. This represents an opportunity for those businesses with cash reserves or with access to finance to invest in their businesses and receive substantial tax relief. Careful timing of capital expenditure is required to maximise the tax relief from the increased allowances in both the current and subsequent tax years. Speaking with your tax advisers is therefore a must to avoid any wasted allowances. Wayne Goddard FCCA (Director of Newman & Co. Chartered Accountants)
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Auction Alley
comercrawley
...is brand new, and we turn your unwanted items into cash for you!
The personal injury lawyers.
Auction Alley has just been launched by local husband and wife team, Chris and Denise Hammond-Webb.
Your questions answered……
Call us if you’re looking for some money! Now we have your attention, we ought to point out that we don’t provide free money, or loans. Sorry about that! Instead, Auction Alley make it easy for you, and for your business, to turn unwanted or unused items, old stock, tools or equipment, into cash. This is how it works. • ���������������������������������� We collect your items free across most of Norfolk and Suffolk (or you can deliver)
sell them mostly through Ebay, but sometimes through Amazon or Asos if your items are more suited to those websites. When your items have been sold, we package and post them to the new owner. You get paid the net profit. You may not have the time to do it yourself, or just don’t feel confident enough. You may not have a broadband connection. There are many reasons why householders or businesses ask us to make money for them on line. Auction Alley are expert Ebay sellers and everything we do is designed to get you the highest possible price for your items.
Question: I had an accident when I was driving my car on a narrow country lane and it collided with a car that was travelling fast in the opposite direction. The other driver’s insurance company have offered to settle the claim on a 50/50 basis and my solicitor is advising me to agree to do so as it was a head on collision on a narrow road. Is this correct? Answer: This is often the stance that an insurance company will take in such circumstances and it may well be appropriate for your solicitor to advise you to agree to this.
• You get paid!! It’s that easy!
In many cases, thanks to our ability to assist in correct valuations and write clear descriptions, we can attract better prices than if you had sold them yourself.
In a case where a collision occurred in the middle of the road and neither driver had any recollection of the impact and there were no eye witnesses, the court judged both drivers to be to blame and to be equally to blame.
We research your items to ensure they are properly valued. We take professional photos, write detailed descriptions, and
Call us for a friendly chat, or visit our website at www.auctionalley.co.uk.
This however should not be regarded as an absolute rule of thumb and the extent to which a driver is to blame will depend
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on the evidence in a particular case and what inferences can be drawn from it. Relevant considerations in deciding upon the liability of each driver will depend on various matters including the speed of the vehicle, the extent to which the driver took evasive action such as braking and the visibility that each driver had. If one vehicle is stationary at the point of impact then that may be an indication that the other driver is more to blame. It is also important to consider what evidence is available. This may include the evidence of witnesses as well as the drivers, the area and extent of the damage to each vehicle, any investigation carried out by the police and in cases where the value of the claim is substantial it may be appropriate to obtain evidence from an accident investigation expert. If you have a question for our legal advice team you can submit it by email: enquiries@comercrawley.co.uk or in writing to: Chancery House, Victoria Road, Diss, Norfolk IP22 4HZ.
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Diss W.I. We started 2013 in our new meeting place Montgomerie Hall, Diss, with a very interesting talk by David Eddershaw on Pakenham Water Mill. Mr Eddershaw is a volunteer curator for the Mill and was able to give us a very interesting history and insight into the workings of the Mill. His slides of the lovely old building and surrounding views made us feel we must visit. We had a busy evening discussing a
Upland Way Vets Ltd full programme of events for the next few months including theatre visit, a full day’s visit to London including a boat trip along the Thames and very excitingly our Charity Fashion Show in the Corn Hall on 21st March. Lots to look forward to and visitors and new members are very welcome to join us. Our next meeting will be on Tuesday 12th February.
Jackamans If you bought your property after 1990 then it is probably registered at the Land Registry under their Compulsory Registration Rules. However if you inherited or bought your home prior to this date, it may well be unregistered. Although registration is not compulsory, unregistered property can cause complications later should you wish to sell. At Jackamans, we can promptly advise you on this matter and register your property if necessary. Call Laura on 01379 854455 or email at laura.palmer@jackamans.co.uk.
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Happy 2013!! Now is the perfect time to review your pet’s health for the year to come. At Uplands Way Vets we have specially trained Pet Health Counsellors at all 3 of our branches. These counsellors run nursing clinics and offer services such as weight control, behaviour advice, post operative checks, emptying anal glands and nail clipping, to name a few. Our counsellors are friendly and approachable and here to help you with the day to day health and welfare of your pet. You can book an appointment with Kelly or Laura by calling any of the 3 surgeries. They also run Puppy Parties at our Attleborough and Stanton branches. These are socialisation classes for young pups, and include useful
information for owners, basic training, freebies and lots of fun! They are the perfect way for your puppy to build confidence with other dogs and scary environments like going to the vets! Also for 2013 Uplands Way Vets Ltd are launching our own Pet Health Scheme, whereby members pay a monthly fee that includes the cost of vaccinations, flea and worming treatments as well as discounts on selected drugs and services. For more information on this new scheme or any other special offers pop into any one of our surgeries or visit us on Facebook. For more information about our practice call our Diss surgery on 01379 642865 or our Attleborough surgery on 01953 454945 or visit our website: www.uplandswayvets.co.uk
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Attleborough Fit Together Walks
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Get Boxing Fit In 2013 With Attleborough Amateur Boxing Club.
Fit Together 2.3 mile Health Walk. Monday 4th February at 10:30am. Meet at Old Buckenham Church.
Fit Together 4 mile Health Walk. Monday� ������� 18th March at 10:30am. Meet at The Crown PH, Great Ellingham, NR17 1LE.
Gym open every Monday & Thursday’s for training sessions - 6.15pm Juniors & 7.30pm for Seniors. Ladies keep fit every Tuesday at 6.15pm & 7.30pm. Mixed Sunday keep fit sessions at 9.00am open for all.
Fit Together 4 mile Health Walk. Monday��������������������������� 11th February������������� ��������������������� at 10:30am. Meet at The Crown PH, Great Ellingham, NR17 1LE.
Fit Together 4 mile Health Walk. Monday� ������� 25th March at 10:30am. Meet at the White Lodge PH, London Rd, NR17 1AY.
Saturday open from 9.30 am with youngsters sessions. Subscriptions collected at each session - juniors £2.00
Fit Together 4 mile Health Walk. Mon 8th April at10:30am. Meet at St Marys Church, Winfarthing, IP22 2ED.
Attleborough & District Horticultural Society
For February, March and April2013.
Fit Together 3.5 mile Health Walk. Monday� ������� 18th February�������������������������� ���������������������������������� at 10:30am. Meet at Hall Farm World Horse Welfare (Exit A11 for Snetterton Market and follow brown signs). Fit Together 4.5 mile Health Walk. Monday� ������� 25th February�������������������������� ���������������������������������� at 10:30am. Meet at East Harling Sports and Social Club, NR16 2NA. Fit Together 4 mile Health Walk. Monday� ������� 4th March at 10:30am. Meet at Old Buckenham Church. Fit Together 4 mile Health Walk. Monday� ������� 11th March at 10:30am. Meet at Kenninghall Community Centre, NR16 2EJ.
Fit Together 3.25 mile Health Walk. Mon 15th April at 10:30am. Meet at the car park by Spooner Row school, NR18 9JR. Fit Together 4 mile Health Walk. Mon 22nd April at 10:30am. Meet at The Crown PH, Great Ellingham, NR17 1LE.
& seniors £3.00. Ages catered for from 8 to 50. Sessions held in a 3,000 sq ft fully equipped gym including 2 training rings. All sessions taken by ABAE qualified coaches and sessions split into ability groups. Active Norfolk Community Sports Club of the year
The next meeting will take place on Wednesday 20th February, when Bob Darts will give an illustrated talk on “Photography”.
If you are new please arrive 20 minutes early to all classes.
All our meetings take place at Attleborough Junior School, commencing at 7.30pm, and non-members are most welcome.
Pick up the full programme at Attleborough library.
A full programme of meetings and talks has been arranged for 2013, and we shall,
as usual, also hold three shows - a Spring Show in April, a Rose & Sweet Pea Show in June and an Autumn Show in September and look out also for our annual Plant Sale in the spring. Details of all these events will follow in due course.
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The Attlebrough Attleborough Bible Society Pensioners Association Verse and thought for the month- February 2013
Enjoyed a Christmas Celebration on the 17th December partaking of lunch at the Bear Public House followed by a fantastic afternoon being entertained by the Discord Choir, lead by Michael Dann. There were as many in the choir as members of the club and the sound of so many happy voices singing carols and Christmas Songs filled the room. Song sheets had been handed out so all joined in. Unfortunately it
looks as if the Pensioners Club may have to close owing to the fact that no one has volunteered to take on the secretaries and chairpersons position from the retiring couple. Doreen and Pat have worked so hard over many years keeping it going. Nevertheless the December meeting was a very happy one. The January meeting was for the A.G.M. If you would like any information Mrs. Doreen Parker on 01953 456958 will be happy to oblige.
Attleborough Heritage Group The Heritage Room at Soma House, Station Road, Attleborough will be open on specific Saturdays in addition to the usual Thursday openings in January, February and March 2013. The dates are 2nd February, 2nd March and 6th April. This is to give those members who are not usually available on weekdays an opportunity to call in to the Centre. On 23th March the Group will be presenting another excellent illustrated talk at St Mary’s Church in Attleborough. This will cover the history of
pubs and breweries in Attleborough and surrounding villages. The event will begin at 7.00 for 7.30pm and tickets costing £5.00 for members and £6.00 for guests will be available from the Heritage Room from where further details may be obtained.
“Don’t worry about anything; instead pray about everything; tell God what you need and thank him for all He has done. Do this and you will experience God’s peace, far more wonderful than the human mind can grasp” Philippians 4:6 and 7(New Living Translation) Apostles Paul and Silas had been falsely accused, stripped to the waist and given multiple lashes. Finally they were flung into the most secure dungeon, their feet held in the stocks! Yes, they were victims of a great injustice! How did they respond
Kerry Butcher PHEW!!!!! It’s over! That January 31st self assessment deadline is behind us, we made it (well hopefully you did). We all completed our tax returns in time and avoided that £100 fine. I hope you have made a resolution to try never leave to leave it that late again if you submitted your return in January (or if things went wrong and you still need to complete your return, let us help) - and if you would like to chat about the best way to achieve this, why not call us on 01953 457173 or email: Kerry@kerrybutcher.co.uk for a chat. Now that the tax return season is over our attention is turning to the Real Time system for payroll which starts in earnest in April 2013. If you could do with a hand with your payroll, why not come and talk to us.
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to such treatment? Sulking in self-pity? Grumbling against God for allowing this to happen. Not at all!! They were in fact praying for their persecutors and singing hymns despite the pain and facing an uncertain future. What was their secret? Believing in the risen Jesus, they were able to overcome negative feelings, giving a strong witness before the other prisoners. The same power that helped the Apostles to suffer joyfully is available to us! We urge you to seek His risen power for yourself!
It is a good time to get your payroll records up to date and maybe time to hand over your payroll and spend the time more effectively - it probably costs less than you think. So with payroll, VAT, company accounts bad debt management and company formations and more it is going to be a busy few months here at KBA and we love it. We really hope we can help you in 2013 with your accountancy requirements.
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Supreme Bathrooms ....are pleased to announce that from January 2013 we will be able to supply a full home service with the arrival of kitchens and bedrooms to our already established bathroom business.
Norfolk & Suffolk Power Flushing Any of these symptoms in my advert could indicate that your central heating system has problems from internal corrosion, rust, sludge and scale.
This we feel will give our customer base the opportunity to purchase a kitchen, bathroom or bedroom through one established independent family local business based in Wymondham Norfolk.
Supreme Bathrooms can also offer a supply only alternative. If you have your own builder we can organise delivery of your new bathroom, kichen or bedroom at your own convenience.
This means our customers only have one port of call with their order, which leaves us to project manage all trades and labour involved in each installation contract giving the customer total piece of mind.
Why not get down to Supreme Bathrooms now to view our fantastic range where you can also book a free home survey if required.
The process involves connecting a power flushing pump to the existing central heating pump valves, or across the tails of a radiator.
This service will includes a home visit where we will measure your bathroom, kicthen or bedroom before discussing your requirements, which is then followed up by creating your design on our CAD system before offering you a complete package price to carry out all work.
Specialist chemicals are then pumped around the heating system to loosen and mobilise the unwanted debris.
Supreme Bathrooms have their own installation teams which take care of all trades including tiling, plumbing, electrics etc. Our showroom which currently displays around 80 bathrooms and showers will be refurbished in 2013 to accomodate kitchens and bedrooms to enhance our portfolio of products. We also have a large free car park.
A power flush can restore circulation and efficiency to your central heating system by removing these products.
Each radiator is then individually flushed until clean and on completion, an inhibitor is added to prevent further corrosion. The whole process is carried out with minimal disturbance and disruption. For more information or for a free no obligation quote, ring Paul on (01508) 532671 or 07879 414197. Or alternatively go to www.suffolkpowerflushing.co.uk.
We even dispose of the old products and all rubbish before letting you sit back and enjoy your wonderful new Supreme bathroom, kitchen or bedroom.
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Paving The Way To A Beautiful Garden
A Look At Buy To Lets.....
Is your garden a tired and weary space, craving love and attention to become a practical and usable outdoor living area?
Making sure you have adequate Landlords Insurance is essential, as a buy to let property is a substantial investment.
Simple measures such as having a new patio laid will transform your garden, making it an area for enjoyment and relaxation whilst enhancing the appearance with natural stone options such as sandstone, limestone and slate.
Priory Insurance Brokers specialise in arranging insurance cover for all types of property from Blocks of Flats to standard Private Dwelling Houses.
At Georgina Read Design & Landscaping we specialise in transforming gardens and our flexible approach means we can always meet your requirements for all aspects of hard- landscaping. As we are also the driving force behind Paving Superstore (www.pavingsuperstore. co.uk) and Anglian Garden & Building Supplies (www.gardenandbuilding. co.uk), both selling huge volumes of hard landscaping materials across the UK, including paving from Marshalls, Bradstone, Brett, Stonemarket, Pavestone, Global Stone, Strata and Natural Paving, decorative stone, sheds, summerhouses, log cabins, garden features, hot tubs, pergolas, fencing, water features and lots
more, you can be sure all our materials are at online prices, offering great savings AND the best choice! So why not let our RHS award-winning, fully qualified landscaping professionals encompass your needs by creating a garden to match your lifestyle - whether you prefer modern and contemporary or timeless and traditional, we can fulfil your requirements.
We deal with many leading UK Insurers and Lloyds Underwriters to provide the best possible quotation and cover for our clients, regardless of the risk.
Free Quotes Fully Insured References Available Contact us today on 01953 850802 to discuss your Landscaping Requirements See examples of our work at: www.georginaread.co.uk
Being totally independent means we are not tied to a single provider and this allows us access to a range of insurance policies from our panel of carefully selected Insurers. Our trained and experienced staff members are able to find the most suitable policy for your specific requirements.
In addition to cover on Buildings, policies can be extended to include: • Property Owners Liability • Loss of Rent cover following an insured Peril • Accidental Damage Cover • Cover for Landlords Contents With no Call Centres, you can be assured of a personal and friendly approach by our fully trained staff. We will help you to find the best policy at the best price for your individual needs. For more information or advice, please feel free to call in to our Wymondham Office.
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Should You Invest Into ISA’s?
Anglia Computer Solutions Ltd
Quite often we are asked by our clients if they should invest into an ISA for the current year.
...in Wymondham operates from in store as well as onsite for home consumers and business users alike.
The allowance, currently up to £11,280, is available on a tax year basis (currently 6/4/2012 to 5/4/2013).
most suitable ISA provider for your needs.
We offer the complete package for all your IT needs comprising of:
Should you invest into ISA’s? Quite often the answer to this question is yes you should but please speak to us to make sure that an ISA is the most suitable product for you. Your ISA allowance is a ‘use it or lose it allowance’ as it can only be used in each relevant tax year.
1. New & Reconditioned Laptops
The limits can change each year and the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement indicated that the allowance will increase to £11,520 in the next tax year. The benefits of ISA’s are that the interest (cash ISA’s) and growth (equity ISA’s) is not subject to tax. Mostly everyone prefers investments with tax benefits so ISA’s quite often have an appeal. As the rules covering how much can be invested into a cash ISA (up to £5640) and how much of the total allowance can be invested into an equity ISA can be confusing, please speak to us if you need any help. We can also advise on appropriate investment areas and the
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2. Repairs inc Hardware and software 3. Upgrades 4. Virus Removal
Our no nonsense approach, coupled with our desire to provide a first class service, provides you, the user, with a confidence in your equipment, applications and support arrangements for the foreseeable future. You get on with doing whatever it is you need to be doing, whilst we provide the peace of mind that facilitates this.
5. Telecoms We are here to help! ML Financial Associates Ltd Suite 4, The Old Dairy, Elm Farm Business Park, Norwich Common, Wymondham, Norfolk, NR18 0SW.
6. Wired and Wireless Networking (Small and large managed systems) 7. Websites Design, Support and Hosting 8. Database Design & Development
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9. Support Contracts for all size of Companies
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Please contact us for an non-obligatory quote.
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New Year, New Smile! The Importance of Oral Hygiene for Your Pet. Imagine how your teeth would look and how your breath would smell if you didn’t brush your teeth regularly - it’s the same for your pet.
Regular plaque removal, at home, will prevent the start of periodontal disease and tooth-brushing is considered the single most effective method.
Unless you’re regularly providing some form of dental care you are neglecting an important part of pet care.
It is best to begin brushing from a young age, usually when a puppy or kitten is between 8 and 12 weeks although it is never too pate to start, even with geriatric pets.
If plaque builds up and is left untreated your pet may develop the following symptoms: • • • • •
Offensive breath Red, ����������������������������� swollen and painful gums Tartar ������ Loose ����������� teeth Difficulty ����������������� eating
Periodontal disease can have serious consequences on your dogs general health such as effects on liver, kidney and heart. You will be surprised to read that by the time most dogs are 2 years old they have already developed dental problems.
periodontal disease. If you are at all concerned that your pet may show signs of the symptoms relating to periodontal disease then the first step would be to consult your vet. The Old Golfhouse Veterinary Group are currently offering free dental checks
with their nurses and if your pet does require a dental procedure (under anaesthetic) then during February all of our dentals will receive a 25% discount on the procedure (the procedure must be performed during February and the offer does not include any pain relief or anti-biotics).
There are also several effective chews available on the market and one that we recommend is a Stag Bar which is a natural, long lasting antler chew that cleans the teeth whilst also being kind to sensitive stomachs. It is important to use products that are specifically designed for pets. Diet can also be a major factor in the development of plaque and tartar. Generally, dry food is best for the removal of plaque. It is thought that canned foods may actually contribute to plaque build-up and subsequent
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HARLESTON
Bennett Homes
Harleston Job Clubs
At Oak Trees, Attleborough.
Every Wednesday 10am - 2pm, everyone welcome. Every Thursday 12-2pm, for 16-24 year olds.
Bennett Homes’ popular Oak Trees development in Attleborough comprises 22 properties including houses, large bungalows and chalet bungalows set around a central area of open space. The company opened a Show Home at the site during 2012 to enable buyers to see at first hand what it is like to live in a Bennett home. Located off Slough Lane, Oak Trees offers homes to suit all ages and stages - from growing families to independent retirees. All traditionally-built properties are finished to a superior specification and include contemporary features such as rainfall showers, built-in wardrobes and stylish kitchens with matching worktops and upstands. Energy efficient air source technology with even-temperature underfloor heating on ground floors provides a flexible and eco-friendly alternative to fossil fuel boilers with the added benefit of lower energy bills. All properties have generous gardens and garages and to support the
environment, roosting boxes are installed on some garage eaves. The public open space is retained by Bennett Homes and home-owners simply contribute an annual sum to cover the management and maintenance of the area. Attleborough, located between Thetford Forest and the historical city of Norwich, has an impressive high street with a wide range of shops, amenities and opportunities for leisure activities.
Looking for work?
What’s on in February
Then come along to the Jobs Club where you can look through local jobs and access the internet and latest Apps.
Careers Advice - Tuesday 19th February 9.45am - 3.30pm - please book A professional Careers Advisor will be holding 1:1 appointments offering additional support if you are looking for work or seeking training/learning opportunities.
We also offer: • Help with CVs, covering letters and job applications • Tips and advice for job interviews
An attractive station provides regular rail links to Norwich, Ely, Cambridge and London and road networks give easy access to East Anglia’s towns and cities including a park-and-ride service into Norwich city centre for first class shopping. Nearby there is the surrounding Breckland countryside, the unique wetland landscape of the Broads and the Norfolk Heritage coast.
• Information on starting your own business • Private consultations with a Careers Advisor • Information on training, apprenticeships and courses • IT help
Further information from Bennett Homes on 01284 766057.
• Information on volunteering
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All our services are free and confidential.
IT Help - every Wednesday 12.30 - 2pm - please book Help with anything IT from sending emails to carrying out online job searches. Employers - Looking For Staff? Advertise your vacancy for free at the Jobs Club and reach local jobseekers For more information please contact Lucy Marjoram or Jake Kubala Call 01379 851920, Text 07857 374857 or email jobsclub@harleston-norfolk.org.uk or call into Harleston Information Plus, 8 Exchange Street, Harleston.
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20 Millbank estate agents
Millbank Estate Agents Have Moved. Eighteen years ago Tony Beales acquired the well known and established firm of Millbank & Co located prominently on the corner of Connaught Plain in Attleborough; little did he know then that the business would be expanding eighteen years later into fully refurbished prestigious new 2 story offices with car parking. “When I took the business over in 1994 the country, as it is today was in recession, times were very tough and the economic climate was uncertain, with it being my first ever business venture I didn’t have a lot of money, so I kept costs tight with my sole ambition being, to get through the first year, survive, then reinvest in the second year, do the same in year 3 and see where I was at”. Following some very successful years from those early days, the business grew and grew, took on more staff and in 2008 Millbank Letting Agents was set up from a cold start and very quickly established itself as a front runner in the local lettings market, “this was the ideal
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time to enter the lettings market as the property market was beginning to stall and by the end of the year, the bank crash that followed then caused house prices to fall”. As the business continued to grow, especially on the Lettings side, it soon became apparent that the current premises Millbank were operating from on Connaught Plain was restricting natural growth, more room was needed along with more staff and more storage. “Obviously enjoying the location that Connaught Plain offered was a huge benefit and one I was reluctant to move away from however any planned expansion in Connaught Plain offices was going to be severely restricted due to the lack of space”. “Early last year I decided to look at some options about relocating the company to larger premises in the town but also making sure that it wouldn’t harm the business, as relocating can have a negative impact as I have seen before in
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other towns I have worked in, in the past, the move had to be timed right and the location had to be right also”. “Once I had found the ideal premises, the initial idea had been to relocate in the autumn of last year but we were very busy on both sales and lettings, so it was decided to carry out the move in December, traditionally a quieter time of year. The refurbishment and renovations all went very well, a few surprises along the way which is to be expected, but all the tradesman and women I employed to carry out the improvement work were very sympathetic and grasped what I was aiming to achieve, I was very lucky that everyone I used in this project did an absolutely superb first class job and within the tight time constraints I place upon them, as the move had to be completed by the 12th December 2012, I think it’s fair to say that the quality of workmanship is reflected in how the office looks today”. Attleborough ‘s longest established estate agent, Millbank Estate Agents
now has a new home in Exchange Street, the light, bright and spacious new offices offer clients and customers the opportunity to feel relaxed in discussing their business, the feature rustic red brick facing back wall compliments so well the front office showroom with its well illuminated window displays which include 2 digital property screens scrolling all available properties, something unique to Attleborough Estate Agents. The new double fronted office provides a window exclusively for Lettings on one side and Residential sales on the other with lettings having its own office on the ground floor to the rear of the building. These new offices set the perfect platform for Millbank Estate Agents to move forward and add to the high standards they’ve already set and they look forward to welcoming clients old and new into their new office for a busy 2013.
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22 HEALTH & WELLBEING
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Importance Of Touch
Mel Lotarius Hairstylist
By Lara Brown.
I started training 23 years ago with ‘The Cutting Garden’ Hairdressing Company.
Extensive research by the University of Miami’s Touch Research Institute has revealed that human touch has wideranging physical and emotional benefits for people of all age groups. In the Institute’s experiments, touch lessened pain, improved pulmonary function, increased growth in infants, lowered blood glucose and improved
immune function. Human touch is important for all ages, but by the time children reach their teen years, they receive only half as much touching as they did in the early part of their lives. Adults touch even less. Senior citizens receive the least touching of any age group; they are more likely to live alone, which means they are less likely to have daily physical interaction with family members. Physical Effects; Researchers at the University found that touch with moderate pressure stimulates a cranial nerve that slows the heart rate and lowers blood pressure. This produces a state that is relaxed but more attentive. Touch also reduces stress hormones. In one study, medical staff and students that received massages for 15 minutes a day over the course of a month were more accurate and took less time on math performance tests than their counterparts who did not receive massages.
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I retained a high standard of qualification in all aspects of the industry and attained Distinctions in all modules. I currently work with the top-of-therange Matrix product range. Matrix provides for every client’s needs and gives me the stylist a fantastic range of product to achieve every desired effect for the individual customer.
As a continuing development of my clientele I have now moved premises and I am now “renting a chair” in Tate Hair and Beauty on Queens Square in Attleborough. A more central location will make me more accessible to customer’s in 2013 so please come and say hello or give me a call on 07979 104603. Thankyou!
I have been trading locally for over 18 years and more recently in Attleborough for the last 2 years. My clientele is from all age ranges and groups of people and I am always willing to welcome any new client, whether it is for a Gents Trim, a Ladies re-style or a Teenagers Prom Hair. I would like to thank all my long standing regulars for their continued and loyal support and look forward to some new faces too for 2013.
Mel x
24 MG FITNESS STUDIO
MG Fitness Studio My name is Mick Glynn, founder of MG Fitness. In 2000 I set-up my Personal Training business, operating from client’s homes, Village halls and local leisure centres. Over time as my classes grew in numbers there was a need for more variety of classes. I established MG Fitness Studios, offering full gym memberships with the option of classes and Personal Training. We have a great, professional and motivated team here at MG Fitness offering a wide range of classes such as Schwinn Studio Cycling, Pilates, Zumba, Tai-Bo, Bootcamps, Circuit Training, Vipr and Kettlebells. I feel everyone should get the best help and support they need from when they start here at the club. MG Fitness caters for all abilities, from the very experienced trainers to absolute beginners. Should your goals be sports specific, general body conditioning or fat loss, a qualified instructor will give you all the professional advice needed. Whether you are looking to work up a sweat or wind down and relax, MG Fitness offers the equipment, the expertise and the environment to make sure you do it. And with a range of flexible memberships to choose from, you can get going in the way that suits you best. When you join MG Fitness, you can do whatever you want to do, however you want to do it. And you can start your journey on a real high. There’s no joining fee to pay and no annual contract. Book your induction and start your fitness journey today. At MG Fitness our Inductions comprise
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of a health assessment and a fitness programme tailored to you. Monthly health assessments are all part of the bargain, whether you need your blood pressure checking, body fat monitored or your exercise programme updating, a member of the team is always willing to help. So why not take a look at the web site www.mickglynn.co.uk or www.mgfitnesstudio.co.uk Or drop us a line and arrange a look around the studio or pop in for a chat to see how we can help you achieve your fitness goals. Personal Training It’s not just for the very rich or elite Athletes. 1-2-1 Personal Training will suit anyone and training sessions are held at the studio or at clients homes. So should it be cycling, running, boxing, gym work or circuit training, a trainer will be there with you. We’ll provide a health and fitness assessments, a training plan and weekly monitoring of your progress. We vary our programmes to keep you motivated and inspired and can offer professional advice on nutrition and diet. Our goal is to help you achieve your goals and therefore help change your life. MG FITNESS STUDIO... SHELFANGER....DISS Tel: 07879 455966 e-mail: mickgly@aol.com www.mgfitnessstudio.co.uk The only number you’ll need for a healthier, fitter, lifestyle and body.
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South Norfolk Mobility If stairs at home are becoming a problem, then you could think about a stair lift.
Manor Court Resource Centre Manor Court Resource Centre for the elderly is based in Griston, Norfolk.
Neat and compact and suited to most staircases including curved and multi landings, this piece of apparatus allows an individual to stay in the comfort of their own home, rather than having to move house. A free survey is undertaken, and if the quoted is accepted, and in an emergency situation, a stair lift can often be installed within around 3 days.
Straight stair lifts can even accommodate doorways which are in the way, by having a hinged section of track, which can be swivelled out of the way to allow access to the doorway. Please visit us, or view at www.southnorfolkmobilitycentre.co.uk we look forward to seeing you.
It is open 5 days a week Monday Friday from 9am - 4pm.
a fully trained staff team who believe in promoting independence in all individuals.
We have around 36 guests per day all aged 55+, with social services funded and private places available.
Reminiscence activities are available for individuals with dementia.
Our service provides transport either by social services or our own transport for our guests. We specialise in Dementia care, with quality specialist care delivered by
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Extend exercise classes, musical entertainers, singing, dancing, quizzes, table top activities. Freshly cooked meals which are cooked on the premises are also provided to our guests.
28 MOTORING REVIEW
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Citroën DS5 DStyle e-HDi 110 Airdream By Tim Barnes-Clay, Motoring Journalist THIS IS a fine medium sized car - especially where looks and seating comfort are concerned. It’s just a shame the six speed electronic gearbox blights an otherwise decent drive. In auto mode my DS5 demo was a bit like a rocking horse sliding downhill. It rocked forwards then backwards every time it went up or down a cog. However, using the automated manual paddle shifts all was well, but that kind of defeats the object of having a car that’s meant to change gear without you moving any body part unnecessarily. While I’m in gripe-mode, I have to say that if you want a vehicle with a bit of a bite, then don’t bother with the e-HDi 110 model. It’s so sluggish - 0-62mph comes in a painfully slow 12 seconds. But, grumbles out of the way, and as I mentioned in the opener, the DS5 is a looker. If you want a French fancy with lots of interior frills and features too, then the Citroën will work for you. The driver-focused cockpit fuses the driving position of a coupé with the finesse of a Gran Turismo. Highlights include a wraparound dashboard and wide central
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console, whilst a tasteful analogue clock adds a touch of sophistication to the DS5’s interior. LED lighting appears throughout, bathing the controls in an ambient display of intermittent reds and whites. Acoustic treatments ensure a high-quality cabin atmosphere and insulation from road and wind noise is excellent thanks to laminated windows. Driven carefully (and let’s face it, how can you not drive this unhurried DS5 model sensibly?) then it’ll return up to 64.2mpg on an average run. This is partly due to the Airdream model’s Stop & Start micro-hybrid technology that reduces CO2 emissions by up to 15% when driving in congested areas. Other plus points consist of a three year, sixty thousand mile warranty and a maximum five star safety rating. So, would I pay £24,900 for a dawdling, fluffy, eco-hatchback? I suspect not; but my mind might well change if I get the chance to drive the DS5 mated to a manual gearbox. For me, even though the car’s slow on the uptake, the Citroën’s EGS six-speed gearbox is the real fly in the ointment of an otherwise wellequipped, attractive motor.
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FAST FACTS
• Looks • Interior • Fuel efficient • Safe
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CONS • Slow • Electronic gearbox
Max speed: 119 mph 0-62 mph: 12.0 secs Combined mpg: 64.2 Engine: 1560 cc 4 cylinder 16 valve turbo diesel Max. power (bhp): 110 at 3600 rpm Max. torque (lb/ft): 199 at 1750 rpm CO2: 114 g/km Price: £24,900 on the road
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