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Barn Dance

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Diss Museum’s Manning Commemoration.

Annual Christian Aid Event.

Getting Ready For Christmas.

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Tashi Lhunpo Monks

Attleborough Players New Chairman Appointed.

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Diss Museum’s Manning Commemoration Diss Museum’s Manning commemoration, Friends in High Places, comes to a climax this month with the visit of the Tashi Lhunpo monks.

This is a rare chance to experience the music and art of one of the world’s most fascinating and mystical cultures.

From Monday 24th to Saturday 29th October the monks will be at the Corn Hall making a beautiful sand mandala.

try butter sculpture, mandala making, Tibetan script and prayer flag making.

Family and season tickets are available.

On the Wednesday at 7.30pm you can see the film Tibet: Cry of the Snow Lion.

For more information, phone the box office on 01379 652241, pick up a leaflet at the Corn Hall or museum or see www.disscornhall. co.uk or www.disscommunity.net

There is a supper workshop on the Friday at 7.30pm, with traditional food made by the monks, followed by dance, debate, mudras (symbolic hand gestures) and Kundrik prayer.

The concert on the Saturday at 7.30pm You can drop in any time during the day shows their sacred music, dance and to see its progress and then come to the prayers, all in traditional costumes and masks. destruction ceremony at 11am on the Saturday.

This is one of the best cultural events On the Tuesday evening at 7.30pm there to come to Diss in years and is not to be missed. is a hands-on workshop when you can

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The Red Feather Club

Diss W.I.

95th Bomb Group Heritage Association Open Day.

September Meeting.

The Red Feather Club/95th Bomb Group Heritage Associaton are holding an Open Day at the club in Horham, Suffolk, four miles south-east of Eye off the B1117 on Sunday 30th October from 10am-4pm. 95th BGHA.

Contact chairman: James Mutton jamesmutton@suffolkonline.net & 01728 860930. Websites: www.95thbg-horham.com

Diss U3A

September’s meeting was organised by the members and they had arranged for Beverley Chilvers, who breeds “posh” chickens to come and tell us what is involved to keep healthy and happy chickens.

demonstrations on how she cares for them and prepares them for shows. We were able to appreciate the different breeds and wonderful colours in the feathers of these less well known chickens.

Beverley keeps 200 chickens which are well cared for and to our surprise had brought along several of her favourite birds.

There was a lot of laughter at times and we all enjoyed a very unusual but enjoyable talk.

September meeting.

September’s guest speaker was Alexander Bass who gave an interesting and colourful talk on “Suffolk and The Brecks”.

Alex is a keen bird watcher and regularly leads bird watching tours in and around East Anglia. He began his illustrated talk close to home in the nearby Brecks an area covering 370 square miles of heaths, woods, fens and wetlands. This unique landscape helps to support a large crosssection of British and visiting birds and has shown encouraging results in the increase in the numbers of breeding birds such as the elusive Bittern. Alex then moved on to the coastal and marshy areas of Suffolk. The

work carried out by numerous wildlife trusts, conservation groups and the RSPB with their reserves at Minsmere and Dunwich also showed that this area is chosen as a popular location for breeding birds in spring and a safe haven for migrating birds seeking refuge from Siberian winters in our (usually) more temperate climate.

For further information please visit the Diss U3A website or telephone 01379 642674.

The next meeting will be on 6th October at Diss United Reformed Church commencing at 10.30am.

She gave a very detailed and interesting talk about the various breeds with

We finished the evening with a quiz and congratulations to the members who had organised a really good meeting.

Barn Dance This annual popular event for Christian Aid is being held on Saturday, 29th October, 7pm - 10:30pm at Roydon Village Hall with music and caller provided by the Deanside Ramblers.

Tickets cost just £5 (children under 11yrs free) and includes a hot dog and roll.

There will be a licensed bar and a raffle.

Please reserve your tickets by ringing Carolyn on 01379 643998 or

Gabrielle on 01379 650770. Come and enjoy a family night out.

No need for prior knowledge of the dances, the caller will show you all. Book early to avoid disappointment!

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DISS News

Diss Corn Hall

WWII History

October Events.

If you’re interested in WWII history, then come along to Forncett St. Mary Church on 21st October at 7.30p.m. to hear ‘Reflections of a Holocaust Journey’.

Film

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Wednesday 5th October Life in a Day (PG) 8pm Admission: £4 / Students £2 Box Office 01379 652241 www.disscornhall.co.uk

23rd September - 22nd October Maggie Hambling - Recent Paintings & Etchings 11am-4pm Mon- Sat Admission: Free Stables Gallery (beside the Corn Hall)

Wednesday 12th October All About Eve (PG) 8pm Admission: £4 / Students £2 Box Office 01379 652241 www.disscornhall.co.uk Wednesday 19th October Submarine (15) 8pm Admission: £4 / Students £2 Box Office 01379 652241 www.disscornhall.co.uk Music Saturday 8th October The Churchfitters 8pm Admission: Tickets £10 / Concessions £9 Box Office 01379 652241 www.disscornhall.co.uk

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Sat 22nd & Sun 23rd October Diss & District Rotary Club presents Artex11 – Grand Art Exhibition Sat:10am-6pm, Sun:10am-3pm Admission: Free Box Office 01379 652241 www.disscornhall.co.uk 24th - 28th October Fenners Artists Mon-Sat - 11am-4pm Admission: Free Box Office 01379 652241 www.disscornhall.co.uk Monday 24th October Evening viewing with the artists 7pm-9pm Admission: Free Stables Gallery (beside the Corn Hall)

Photos and memories of a tour to WWII sites of interest and concentration camps, including Colditz, Himmler’s castle, Auschwitz, Sobibor, The Wolf’s Lair at Rastenberg and other unforgettable places.

Tickets £3.50 (£3 for Friends of St. Mary’s) including refreshments Tel: 01508 481856 or email: graham_prior@yahoo.co.uk for enquiries.

Craft Fair Saturday 29th October, 11-4pm, Forncett St. Mary Church.

Start your Christmas shopping here!

Quality gifts at affordable prices.

Handmade cards and jewellery,

paintings, portraits and other gifts.

Admission 50p, children free. Tombola, cake stall and refreshments.

World Culture

Festival

Tibetan Monks from Tashi Lhunpo Monastery - a week of workshops & performance Mon 24th - Sat 29th October Please call Diss Corn Hall box office for times and admission.

Box Office 01379 652241 www.disscornhall.co.uk

Friday 14th & Saturday 15th Oct Diss Corn Hall Beer Festival, in association with Buffy’s Brewery Fri: 5-11pm, Sat: noon-11pm Admission: £2.50 for each day Tickets to be bought on the door of the event.

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Couture Windows

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Finest Dressed Windows…… We Have It All Sewn Up.

The personal injury lawyers.

We offer a full service from measuring to fitting curtains, pelmets, swags, tails, all types of blinds, cushions, loose covers, caravan cushion covers & caravan curtains and awnings.

Your questions answered ……

We also take in alterations. We have a large range of fabric samples to choose from, as well as using your own fabric.

We may also be able to source fabrics if you have something in mind.

Our work has not been restricted to that of a domestic nature as we were approached by the local church asking if we would endeavour to create new pew cushions for the poor parishioners whom had of late left church with splintered bottoms and plucked clothing. Peace has now been restored with soprano

voices being one of a voluntary nature.

The business is run by family members, giving up their valuable time to help unpaid.

Trust me this is a better alternative to making your grown children climb chimneys.

I personally have spent the last 37 years dressing windows and people, so no job is too big or small.

We pride ourselves on providing excellent work for a fair price.

Please don’t hesitate to give us a ring for a quote.

I am sure you will be surprised but not disappointed.

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Question: My ex-wife is pursuing a claim for compensation after suffering serious injuries in a car accident last year.

The insurance company dealing with the claim have admitted liability but my ex-wife’s solicitors have said that it will take another year or so before her claim is settled. I took time off work to care for my ex-wife following her accident and didn’t get paid. Do I have to wait a year or more to get this money back?

Answer: It is likely that your ex-wife has been advised by her solicitor to delay the settlement of her claim until the long term position of her injuries is known. This is so that the claim can be properly and fully valued before a full and final settlement of your ex-wife’s claim is agreed.

This does not however mean that it is necessary to wait until a final settlement of the claim is agreed before the insurance company will pay out in relation to the claim. The insurance company can be asked to make what

is known as an “interim payment”. This is basically a payment of compensation made prior to the final settlement of the claim. An interim payment can either be general (say, for a lump sum) or specific (in terms of reimbursement of a financial loss or expense incurred). In the circumstances that you have outlined, an insurance company will usually agree to the make an interim payment. If however the insurance company does not agree to voluntarily make the payment requested, an application can be made to the court for an order that they make the interim payment.

So that the insurance company can be asked to agree and pay your loss of earnings, you will obviously need to provide the solicitor with documentation to prove your lost earnings (such as pay slips if you are employed).

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 News

Stacey & Partners HMRC have had problems issuing Statements of Accounts in July as they ran out of paper! Says Mark Wallace of Chartered Accountants, Stacey & Partners – and Small businesses should have the correct paperwork in order to pay dividends.

HMRC have announced that the delayed statements were sent out in August.

Most importantly, HMRC says that those taxpayers who receive their SA statements in August will not be charged interest provided they pay the second 2011/12 payment on account (which would normally be due on 31 July) by 27 September 2011!!

Make sure you have the correct paperwork for dividends.

It is not unusual for small owner businesses to pay dividends, as a part of withdrawing funds from a company. It is important that the correct paperwork is in place, to ensure that the payments cannot be challenged

by HMRC. There are a number of things that need to be considered in order to ensure that they are correctly declared.

1. If interim dividends are being paid, you should ensure that the Articles of Association allow the Directors the right to pay them, as some older companies do not have these provisions.

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2. In respect of payments of salary, H M Revenue & Customs sometimes argue that the payments are payment on account of salary rather than a loan, or dividends.

Payment on account is one where the Company has no right to recovery, it is simply agreed to pay some of the salary already earned but not due for payment - for example, payment of two weeks’ salary half way through the month when employees are normally paid at month end. If the Company has a right of recovery, it is not a payment on account but a loan. Make sure you do not get caught out!

3. It is important that all interim dividends are supported by some form of documentation, such as a pro forma minute. We have suitable vouchers that can be sent to clients if this is a problem.

4. In some cases, dividends can be illegal.

This is where a company makes payments in excess of profits. In such cases, should the company go into liquidation, the liquidator has the right to obtain repayment from shareholders or Directors.

Mark Wallace can be contacted on 01842 826100 at the firm’s Thetford office. Stacey & Partners has offices

in Bury St Edmunds, Newmarket, Thetford and Sudbury.

County Carpets Direct County Carpets Direct is a local family run mobile carpet store covering Diss, Eye, Thetford, Bury St Edmunds, Stowmarket, Debenham, Ipswich and all surrounding towns and villages.

With our home selection service we offer great prices, great service, great advice and a fantastic selection for you to choose from and with 30 years experience you can trust us to give you the best professional service.

Nothing beats comparing carpet and vinyl samples in the comfort of your own home where you can coordinate colours with walls and furnishings. Appointments are available 7 days a week at a time

that suits you. We also offer free estimates, free fitting (ask for details) and competitive prices.

No job to small, let us come to you.

Call us today on 01379 897009 or 07972 582598, email info@countycarpetsdirect.co.uk or visit our website for further information www.countycarpetsdirect.co.uk.

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Diss Bed Centre And Furniture Warehouse

Diss Community Farm Livestock Project

...Is a family owned business which has been established for over 36 years, based in Diss, Norfolk.

The Diss Community Farm Livestock Project got off to a noisy start this week with the arrival of four Gloucester Old Spot piglets at the Project’s new home at the Kadesh School in Palgrave.

Our new Furniture Warehouse on Sawmills Road, Diss offers a huge selection of leading styles of bedroom, occasional, dining and office furniture including Bedsteads, Sideboards, Wardrobes, Dining Tables, Chairs, Units, TV Stands, Nests of Tables, Desks and much more. All ranges are available in solid woods including oak, ash, beech, birch and pine.

We also have a new exciting range of TV beds, electric beds and rise and recline chairs and with new lines being released regularly we are the place to visit for the latest styles and ranges. Big brands include Sealy, Silentnight, Hypnos, Myers, Staples and Healthbeds to name but a few. With over 10 ranges of furniture displayed in store you shouldn’t struggle to find what you are looking for, however if you can’t see it on the shop floor do ask as there is every chance we can order it in for you - orders placed before Wednesday will be in and ready for delivery by the Friday. We have a large range of stock in at all times

available for same or next day delivery meaning you haven’t got to wait weeks for your new furniture.

You can also visit our website for our full ranges and our latest offers www.dissbedcentre.co.uk. The store has easy access and parking and we offer free local delivery using our own specialised team, all of our furniture is ready assembled on delivery which saves you the time and stress of trying to assemble it yourself. With years of experience in the industry and fantastic customer service, we are best placed to give you any advice you need on the furniture you are looking for. We offer something to suit every taste and budget.

Store opening times are as follows: Sawmills Road: Monday: Friday 9am-5pm Saturday: 9am - 4pm, Sunday: 10am -4pm.

The piglets didn’t have far to travel as they were born and bred at the School.

A group of Community Farm members are taking care of the pigs on a rota basis.

After squealing a very loud protest at being moved, they were soon settling in to their new leafy paddock.

“We’ve all got a lot to learn,” said Tracey Bennett, “as none of us have kept pigs before but it’s a great experience and lots of fun so far. I’m looking forward to taking delivery of our pork in the New Year when we’re hoping to hold a sausage making workshop and a ‘nose to tail eating’ event to help members make the most of every bit of meat.”

“It’s important to us that they have a good quality of life,” explained Project leader Leeanne Eaton, “It’s an ideal natural environment for them here.

Gloucester Old Spots are traditionally known as ‘the Orchard pig’ as they were kept in orchards to graze and eat windfalls and we certainly have enough apple trees to keep them busy!”

A limited number of pork shares are still available, full details are on www. disscommunityfarm.wordpress.com.

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DISS News

Don’t Delay – Act Today At Our Diss Office, We Understand What Matters To You In the event of an accident contributing to or causing, personal injury and loss.

The Limitation Act 1980 provides that Civil Court Proceedings must be commenced within three years of the date that a Claimant knew, or ought reasonably to have known, that their injury or loss was attributable to an act of negligence; in particular, it must be considered carefully in relation to clinical or dental negligence claims.

If the claim involves a child, then the Act stipulates that Civil Court Proceedings must be commenced by that child’s 21st birthday.

If the claimant who sustained the injury is a “patient” for the purposes of the Mental Health Act or does not have the mental capacity to conduct a claim for compensation, no limitation period applies unless the patient/capacity status changes.

If the claimant were to unfortunately die, it is important to note:1. If the Claimant dies after the time limit had already expired, and no action had

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been taken to protect the claim, by, for example, issuing protective proceedings, then the claim would be statute barred.

2. If the Claimant died before the time limit had expired, time would begin to run upon the Claimant’s death and his/her personal representatives or dependents would then have three years from the date or, if later, the date on which those representatives or dependents acquired the knowledge of the facts necessary to make the claim.

Whilst the Court has absolute discretion under Section 33 of the Limitation Act 1980 to override the time limits, such discretion would require exceptional circumstances, and therefore it is of paramount importance that legal advice be sought as soon as possible following the negligence/breach of duty of care, or knowledge thereof.

For further information please contact Chris Moffat on 01379 643555 or by email at chris.moffat@jsm.co.uk.

NFU Mutual has been part of the rural fabric for over 100 years; during that time we have learnt that our customers prefer a morepersonal approach to our productsand services.

Therefore our local office ensures that you’ll be treated as an individual and will always receive the award-winning levels of customer service for which we’ve developed such a strong reputation.

Home, Motor and Business Insurance We offer a range of products for individuals, families and businesses and aim to provide you with cover to suit your personal needs. Furthermore, our wide range of products and services helps ensure that you have the right cover.

Investments, Pensions and Life Assurance We can help you make the most ofyour money. Whether you want to save a little each month or invest larger amounts for your future, we have products available to suitdifferent needs and objectives.

NFU Mutual Financial Consultants advise on NFU Mutual’s range of pensions, protection and investment products and in special circumstances those of other providers. Our commitment to remaining a mutual allows us to focus entirely on what is right for you and your business. With no shareholders, we can focus all our efforts on meeting your needs.

If you appreciate first class customer service and high quality, comprehensive cover, then we look forward to speaking with you shortly.

Joanna Johnson, Senior Agent

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DBF’s Diss On View 2011 Presented by DBF and Jackamans Solicitors did not disappoint.

87 people turned out to network at a superb brunch, just prior to opening, laid on by Park Hotel Head Chef, Martin Jarrett and his team at Park Hotel, Diss.

brand new MINI or BMW, cycle repair, photography, overseas property, interior design, local Rugby and Rotary and everything in between.

Following on, the official start to the day was heralded by the cutting of the ribbon and a few words from special guests, MP Richard Bacon, Diss Town Mayor Mike Bardwell, James Laband of title sponsor Jackamans Solicitors and Ed Nottingham of Merrick Hill, also a sponsor but in this instance, in his capacity as chairman of DBF. All the sponsors, which included Diss Express, The Hales Group and Lovewell Blake, were represented on colourful bunting placed throughout the venue and in the thank you bottles of bubbly that DBF presented to each.

Always a welcome diversion, Chef Martin Jarrett delivered another corker with his foodie demo ‘Meals in Minutes’.

By the time the exhibitors and guests tasted some of Martin’s treats, there was room for a few more hours of networking and they took full advantage.

Finally, it was breakdown time…just for the stands. For the 41 intrepid exhibitors and guests who had booked into the Diss on View 5th birthday bash at the end of the day, it was champagne, canapés and birthday cake all the way.

The business of the day, of course, was business and the room certainly had a buzz. 30 exhibitors from all across the region met old friends, made new ones and ‘strutted their stuff’.

What a great way to celebrate what Diss has to offer as both host to others coming into the town and for the businesses that serve and trade here.

A diverse group, the range of exhibitors went from accountants, solicitors and insurance providers, to test-drives of a

Everyone should be proud of Diss and, on 16th September, they certainly were.

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Where Are Our Wildwoods?

By Joan Garnham, Waveney Tree Specialists.

The British Isles are among the least wooded countries in Europe. The woodland canopy covers less than 15% of the land. Since 1950, more than half of native woodland has become open fields, conifer plantation and housing.

When the Ice Age was ending Britain was treeless tundra and still joined to the continent. As the climate improved, trees started to appear. The first were dwarf birch, juniper, willow and Scots pine.

Further increase in temperature saw oak, hazel, ash and elm; these trees gradually became the dominant species with lime in the east, alder in the wetlands and pine in the far north (Great Wood of Caledon).

Together, this formed the untamed wild woodland covering most Britain up to Saxon times.

From the Stone Age onwards, man’s impact on the wildwood grew. It is estimated that three men with stone axes could fell 600 sq yds of forest in a day. By the Norman Conquest the boundless wild wood was already folklore.

The Romans introduced walnut, elder

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and sweet chestnut; and by the 16thC, horse chestnut, and sycamore became established, changing the broadleaf canopy forever. A thousand years ago, woods were crucial to the economy; providing fuel, building material and cover for herds of deer. They managed the woods mainly by coppicing and later by pollarding; good examples of this can be found in Burnham Beeches, New Forest and Hatfield Forest. Among the coppiced woods, some trees were left to reach maturity, especially oak.

These maiden or untouched trees were grown for their timber used in buildings and boats. In the Middle Ages, charcoal burners moved in to fuel the iron furnaces.

The great oaks were felled to build Tudor towns and Georgian fleets. Add to this, two world wars (early aeroplanes had wooden frames), felling of woods to pay death duties, removal of hedgerows for agriculture, Dutch elm disease and the ever growing population; all have lead to the disappearance of the woodland heritage. The wildwood has gone forever but there still remains a precious mosaic of hedgerows, copses and groves, and

occasionally, pockets of true forest.

Remnants of the primeval forest, The Great Wood of Caledon, can still be found at Rothiemurchus in the Cairngorms, the Black Wood of Ranoch and Beinn Eighe. There are less than 20,000 acres left. These support wild life rarely seen outside the Highlands; osprey, red squirrel, crossbill, pine marten, capercaillie, pine beauty moth, and the orchids, lady’s tresses and coralroot. The bears were gone by the tenth century, the last wolf was killed in 1743, elk and wild boar have also been eliminated. The capercaillie was reintroduced from Sweden in 1837, beaver has recently been reintroduced time will tell if this is a bonus or disaster.

At last the Forestry Commission no longer considers the pine forest as a cash crop but now manages the Caledonian pine reserve at Glen Affic.

The Mighty Oak The richest of all wild life habitats is the oak wood. There are 284 different insects that inhabit the oak compared with 5 in the horse chestnut and 1 in the plane tree. Insects attract tree creeper, nuthatch,

wood warbler, bats, pied flycatcher and woodpeckers. Acorns provide food for jay and squirrel. This wild life attracts predators; weasel, sparrow hawk, polecat, owls and kestrel. As the tree matures it becomes invaded by ivy, mosses, lichens and ferns; rarely mistletoe. The light shade and rich mulch underneath encourages wild flowers, bluebell, primrose, wood anemone and snowdrop.

The life span is generally around 250 years, but many can live longer. As the tree grows old or becomes stressed, dead branches or stag horns, appear in the crown. Eventually fungi invade the wood causing rot and decay. The tree can be rejuvenated to a certain extent by careful surgery and management, not a task to be undertaken by the novice

Expert advice is a phone call or e mail away Tel: 01379 668 636 Mobile: 07990 801 388 Email: waveneytrees@btconnect.com Web: www.waveneytrees.co.uk

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Attleborough Town Council Noticeboard Monthly Update.

The Reading Challenge is part of a national scheme to help encourage children to keep up their reading skills during the holidays in a fun way.

For those children unable to attend the medal ceremony, don’t worry, the library staff have your medal and certificate waiting for you.

Attleborough and further afield. Mr Ford has already restored two milestones in the town and will shortly be turning his attention to a site on London Road for some tender loving care. The restored milestones have been whitewashed and the distances and destinations carefully re-painted using a special black paint.

Milestones

Attleborough Skatepark

The Town Council recognises and supports the work of people and organisations who seek to preserve local history and artefacts.

The Skatepark which is located on the Recreation Ground is well used and undoubtedly a highly valued amenity particularly for younger people in the town. However the Town Council wishes to remind Skatepark users that the facility should only be used for legitimate activities such as BMX riding and skateboarding between the operational hours of 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. In partnership

Library Medal Ceremony Children who completed the Circus Stars Reading Challenge at Attleborough Library were presented with their medals and certificates by Karen Pettitt, Mayor and Ray Reynolds, Deputy Mayor of Attleborough, at a special presentation evening held at the library on Friday 9th September. Both congratulated the children on their achievements and commented that the library is a vibrant and vital part of the community.

One way this is being reflected is through making a modest donation to support the sterling efforts of Nigel Ford who is engaged in an ongoing project to preserve historic milestones both in

with both the police and Breckland Council, the Town Council is promoting responsible use of the Skatepark and this message will be taken directly into schools to highlight the importance of it not being entered or used out of hours.

New signage has recently been provided on site to make clear the hours of operation.

Prize Bingo A prize bingo in aid of the Mayor’s charity which this year is First Responders will be held on Wednesday 19 October at Connaught Hall. Eyes down at 8 p.m.

The star prize is an LCD television and there will also be a raffle on the evening.

All welcome.

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Kerry Butcher Accountancy Services The nights are drawing in and it’s still dark in the mornings, sadly it really does seem that summer has gone and autumn is here.

Before we know where we are it will be Christmas.

Before Christmas it’s.... the deadline for paper tax returns.

If you still prefer to complete a paper tax return, you only have till 31st October to do this.

Alternatively why not try completing your return online, this means an extra three months to get this done.

Or, why not give Kerry Butcher Accountancy Services a call, then you won’t need to worry about how you complete your return.

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Just give the details to us, and we will do the rest for you including calculating how much tax you need to pay (if any).

We are a friendly bunch here at Kerry Butcher so why not give us a call and have a free consultation to put your mind at rest. It really is that easy.

While you are here find out about other ways we can help.

Call us on 01953 457173 or email Kerry@kerrybutcher.co.uk.

We can take care of all your accountancy needs and save you the worry.

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Green Light For £30,975 To Support Community Projects Funding totalling £30,975 has been given the green light by Breckland Council, for three projects that will improve the lives of residents.

A grant from Breckland of £20,000 will enable the Thetford Healthy Town Project to build on their track record of success.

To date, the venture has engaged approximately 7,000 adults and children in increased physical activity.

The grant will enable the introduction of new activities such as Park Run, Cycling Club, Thetford World Cup and expansion of the scheme into the rural areas of Thetford and Attleborough.

Thetford Town Council secured £4,675 towards a mobile seating rake for the Carnegie Rooms. This can be stored at the back of the hall and will give the audience an improved view of the stage.

A £6,300 match funding grant from Breckland will secure the refurbishment of Whissonsett Play Area. The Parish Council has plans to purchase swings, climbing unit, see-saw, springys, a basketball net and a gate and fencing.

Lynda Turner, Breckland Council Executive Member for Localism, Community and Environmental Services said: “The Council’s match funding scheme is there to support worthwhile initiatives that will benefit their communities. All three projects will help bring people together - whether it’s through taking part in activities, attending community events or meeting other parents whilst children play safely”.

Many other projects and individuals have also benefitted from Breckland’s grant

funding this summer. These include Sporle Village Centre which received a grant of £2,250 towards purchasing equipment for short mat bowls, Great Ellingham Parish Council which was awarded £330.30 towards the creation of an allotment site and Attleborough Writers Group who were given £200 towards the cost of printing and launching their second book.

For more information about match funding and other community grants, contact Cat Lang on 01362 656870.

Craft Sale Huge Craft Sale at Hingham Sports Centre, Watton Road, Hingham on Sunday 23rd October 2011 10am to 3pm.

Lots of different crafts on sale plus charity stalls. Refreshments available during the day and free entry.

For more information or to book a stall contact Sarah on 01953457230.

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Dominic Kirwan Comes to Holiday Inn, Norwich.

On Sunday 4th December 2011 the popular Irish singer, Dominic Kirwan, along with the local country comedian, Nigel (Boy) Syer, will be coming to the Holiday Inn, Norwich Airport, for the ninth consecutive year to raise money for a local charity. This year the recipient will be Star Throwers in Wymondham, a charity dedicated to supporting and advising people and their

families affected by cancer. Tickets are £46 each and the evening will include a four course Christmas meal with three hours of entertainment.

More information, including tickets, available from: Vanessa and Ronnie Martin 01953 607924 or vanessaronnie@talktalk.net

Attleborough Bible Society

Attleborough Probus Club Our first monthly meeting for August was attended by 25 members to hear our speaker Ian Banstead a blind woodturner.

Many of you will have seen Ian walking in the town with his Black Labrador Guide Dog. His father worked with wood and Ian was a qualified Electrician in 1996, early in 2000 his eye sight started to deteriorate loosing it almost completely three years later, earlier in life his health was not good and he spent a considerable time in hospital however Ian is obviously a fighter as he took up woodturning as a business and brought many fine examples of his work to the club.

October 2011, all Saints Day. “God loves you dearly and He has called you to be saints, his very own people” Romans 1:7 Are famous Saints superior souls holier by far than other Christians? Or, as the Bible teaches, are all saints in fact Christians who have said truly “sorry” for their sins, received the Holy Spirit and now consider themselves as pilgrims and

strangers in this world. No longer do they follow an agenda of selfish aims, rather they live with their spiritual eyes fixed on Jesus-Christ, looking forward to spending an eternity with Him. But aren’t such saints escapists? By no means! They are not “so heavenly minded they are no earthly use” for they work tirelessly for peace and justice displaying by their lives the deep love of God for human kind.

His leisure time is spent sailing and horse riding and often visits Norwich with his guide dog, Ian gave us an insight into the

training of guide dogs which takes about nineteen months to train, his own dog which accompanied him to the club he has been his constant companion for over six years.

Ian undoubtedly sets a fine example of what can be done despite his disability.

The meeting closed with a vote of thanks to Ian for a very moving talk.

The Probus Club meet twice a month at the Connaught Bowls Club in Station Road.

Stan Groom.

Macmillan Cancer Support Fashion Show By She Fashions – 14th October.

She Fashions of Attleborough has kindly agreed to hold a fashion show in conjunction with the Attleborough Committee of Macmillan Cancer Support as part of their fundraising activities.

This event will be held on Friday 14th October at Lincoln Hall, Hingham.

Doors open at 7.00pm for 7.30pm start.

With autumn just around the corner, come along and plan your new outfit and help our charity at the same time.

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There will also be a raffle during the evening.

Tickets cost £5.00 each – under 12’s free and can be obtained from She Fashions, Exchange Street, Attleborough, Tel: 01953 455895 or by phoning Roni on 01953 452948 or Sandra on 01953 453361.

Our events aim to raise money to enable Macmillan Cancer Support to improve the lives of people affected by cancer and their carers by providing practical, medical, emotional and financial support.

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Charity 50/60s Dance

Prize Bingo

Join us for a 50/60s dance at the Connaught Hall.

There will be a prize bingo in aid of the Mayor of Attleborough’s chosen charity on Wednesday 19th October at Connaught Hall.

Attleborough with ‘The Nightrollers’ on Saturday 29th October 2011 from 8pm11.30pm.

Tickets £6 from Zuari & Gifts Shop

Connaught Plain, Attleborough or by calling 01953 600563 or 07789830918 In aid of the East Anglian Air Ambulance Charity 1083876.

Funeral Directors “Relay For Life” Christian Fairbrother, a newly appointed Funeral Director at Rosedale Funeral Home took part in the Cancer Research UK Relay for Life on Saturday 30th July 2011, teaming up with friends and family to raise nearly £1,700.

Above: Christian Fairbrother, newly appointed Funeral Director at Rosedale.

There were 27 teams taking part in this fundraising event at Ickworth House, near Bury St Edmunds, which also involved honouring cancer survivors and celebrating life and over £75,000 was raised.

“My wife lost her younger sister Susy to cancer last year, and we wanted to do something positive for Cancer Research in her memory” says Christian. “Also, since I joined Rosedale earlier this year, I have been made really aware by how many peoples’ lives are touched by cancer, so when asked by my friend and team captain, Rob Waddington of Diss Car Centre if I would like to take part in

the event, I was pleased to accept the challenge.” Our team consisted of four adults and five local teenagers, all of whose lives have been touched by cancer in some way. At least one member of our team was continuously walking the lap in the grounds of Ickworth House, so we had little or no sleep during our 21 hour long relay challenge.

As dusk fell all the event team members lit hundreds of candles and placed them in beautifully decorated and personalised candle bags, which were then placed around the edge of relay lap as part of a Candle of Hope Ceremony. The candles lit up the whole route and this gave everyone an opportunity to remember and reflect upon all those lives that have been touched by cancer.

The chosen charity of the Mayor this year is the Attleborough First Responders. Eyes down for 8pm with lots of fantastic prizes and a star prize of an LCD T V with kind thanks to A W Myhills of Attleborough.

There will be a licensed bar and also a raffle.

Karen added that she wanted to have good prizes but also wants to keep the cost down so everyone wins. 6 books will cost just £3 on the night which is for 10 games so you

can see that is just 50pence a book for ten games, each game consists of 3 prizes, one line, 2 lines and a full house. There will be a cash flyer during the evening and finishing with the LCD TV as a separate flyer with a raffle as well there will be over 50 prizes to be won on the night so hopefully we will end up with lots of very happy people.

Everyone welcome just turn up on the night doors open from 7pm.

Tuesday 25th To Saturday 29th October Is BRING A FRIEND WEEK at Artichoke.

Although we enjoy being one of Norfolk’s best kept secrets, it would be nice if you could share us with some of your friends too. So ……We are hosting ‘Bring a friend week’. If you bring a friend who is not an existing customer of Artichoke to the shop this week, you will both receive 5% discount

on whatever you spend - make a day of it and bring a car full and remember to bring this advert with you.

If you would like to join in but can’t make this week call Andrea on 01953 851458 to book another day to visit us.

Relay for Life events are held at different locations in the UK throughout the year, for more information go to: www.cancerresearchuk.org/relay www.rosedalefuneralhome.co.uk.

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Synergy Solar Systems Ltd The directors of Synergy Solar Systems both had been concerned for some time by the selling techniques and the quality of work seen from some of the companies in the industry.

They both knew there was a need for an ethical company that would guarantee their customers a high quality installation without costing the earth and between them they had the skill, knowledge and resources to be that Company.

So Synergy Solar Systems Ltd was born.

Operating from the premises of their sister company, the long established Yare Electrical Services Ltd, Synergy Solar Systems Ltd provide high quality Solar PV panel installations throughout Norwich, Norfolk and East Anglia.

Why choose Solar Energy?

• Fuel is free • It produces no noise, harmful emissions or polluting gases • PV solar systems are safe and highly reliable

appropriate to your needs.

Some companies offer a ‘rent a roof’ scheme. Synergy do not offer this scheme as responsibility of your own roof becomes a huge issue, especially if you intend to move or pass your property on. This system could be riddled with legal complications and is only offered so they can receive the lucrative feed in tarriff for 25 years instead of you.

Because of the ownership complications of this scheme, the authorities are now looking into stopping it. Their in house design engineers use Amtech and Auto Cad the industries leading design software. All projects are designed to the latest British standards and CDM regulations.

With a wealth of experience in Commercial, Industrial and Domestic Environments they can offer solutions to all your electrical requirements.

• Requires very little maintenance • Saves using electricity and earns you money The government estimates a Tax Free return of up to 10% on your investment, compare that to your current savings!

The company is an MCS (Micro-generation Certification Scheme) accredited installer and takes their accreditation seriously and are happy to abide by the code of conduct that our membership of the MCS requires.

You won’t find them using high pressure sales tactics or any of the other issues people experience. Synergy Solar Systems Ltd’s commitment to you is simply to give you a quality service at a fair price for a solar PV system that is

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Please call 01603 605542 for further information or visit www.synergysolarsystems.co.uk for your Free No Obligation Quote.

As well as being a director of Synergy Electrical, Shaun is also Director of Yare Electrical Services and coming soon Yare Decorators Ltd providing project management and installation services throughout East Anglia.

Please telephone 01603 626400 or visit www.yareelectricalservices.co.uk for further information of the services on offer.

Synergy Solar Systems Ltd is pleased to annonce there partnership with Breckland Windows Ltd.

Breckland Windows We are pleased to choose Synergy Solar Systems Ltd to be our partner company.

This is a very exciting development in the home improvement market with the feed in tariff and day time free electricity; this is a fantastic opportunity for people to have an income very much higher than current Isa’s etc.

As with Breckland Windows LTD all sales either windows, doors etc or solar panels will be conducted by Ray which cuts out the time consuming process of the salesman!

The company was started in 1988 by Ray Harman and has traded from the Dereham location covering all of Norfolk.

The company specialise in PVCu windows, doors conservatories, fascias gutters and now the very fashionable composite door range.

Breckland Windows LTD has been installing quality home improvement products in Norfolk for over 23 years, and we take pride in consistent levels of real customer service.

We have seen over the years many changes in the industry which has benefited the house holder enormously such as the introduction of Fensa to regulate the industry in 2002, and now the introduction of the minimum C crafted window.

We have made the decision to only fit A rated products as standard, also as with the ever evolving industry.

Breckland Windows Energy Rated Windows will reduce heat loss and therefore save money every year on fuel bills, and all Breckland Windows doors and windows carry the official Police Security Accreditation-‘secured by design’ and have full 10 year etc insurance backed guarantee.

Why not take advantage of our trade in offer on any older style PVC or Aluminium windows and doors, secondary double glazing or even that old conservatory.

You may have brought your property with windows, doors etc that you do not like or sealed units or hinges may be worn out.

With this unique opportunity, I can offer you a discount on any old PVCu or aluminium because I have contact with a national company to re-cycle waste products from out industry, which means you save MONEY! Last but not least, have you got condensation inside your sealed units and your frames are still in good condition, then we are here to help with a great range of products to choose from.

FOR GREAT AUTUMN OFFERS and for further information, or a no-obligation quotation, call Breckland windows on 01362 698035.

Above: Recent Solar Panel And Conservatory Installation.

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Supreme Bathrooms New ranges are now in stock.

As one of the leading bathroom specialists in East Anglia with one of the finest showrooms in the area displaying over 80 bathroom suites and shower enclosures, now has never been a better time to order that all important new bathroom.

With the arrival of our new ranges from R2 Bathrooms, Kudos shower enclosures and Calypso bathroom furniture, the range of products on display is second to none with exceptional build quality and value for money being key factors.

We also display a vast array of wall and floor coverings including tiles and Karndean flooring, and all bathroom accessories which means you can shop

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under one roof for all your bathroom requirements at great savings.

At Supreme Bathrooms we can also undertake all aspects of your installation with our very own bathroom fitters, electricians etc at hand to take care of all work involved including plumbing, tiling electrics etc.

This leaves you without the hassle of finding suitable tradesmen and let’s Supreme Bathrooms take care of all aspects of your eagerly awaited new bathroom.

Have you been thinking of getting that Supreme Bathroom makeover!! Call now for a free home survey!!

When It Comes To Guttering It may be tempting to forget about them.

However neglecting them can lead to dripping downpipes to damp.

The most common cause of problems with guttering is caused by a lack of maintenance. Maintenance is the best way to prevent problems with guttering.

The main causes of problems are gutters not being regularly maintained.

Often the downpipes are not kept cleared.

Problems are often caused when moss and debris from the roof is washed into the guttering by rainfall, causing blockages and preventing rainwater from draining away properly. Leaves can also collect and cause blockages.

your guttering re-aligned. Guttering is there to take rainwater away from a building, so if it is not clean, cleared and aligned properly, the water can run down the walls, which could eventually lead to structural damage and mould.

It can also ruin decorations inside the house.

Problems can arise when water comes over the top of the guttering – it can soak into brickwork, walls and into the house.

It can also come over the inside of the fascias. This can often cause damp patches to appear inside the house.

Sagging guttering can also can be an issue in some properties.

As already mentioned, the best way to prevent gutter problems causing extra damage to your property is regular maintenance or replacement.

If water starts collecting along the run of the guttering rather than flowing towards your downpipe, you may need

Call Jason of J & S Homeworks on 01953 451169 or 07747 847606 for a free no obligation quote.

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Time to Start Planning With the cold, dark days of winter looming up ahead, why not take the opportunity of planning for spring now by arranging to have your garden professionally landscaped.

Our team of landscapers will toil away in the cold and damp, come rain or shine, sleet or snow whilst you stay warm and cosy indoors.

All to ensure you enjoy the first rays of the spring sunshine in a beautiful new garden.

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 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, Stoneflair, 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!

So why not let our 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.

Contact us today on 01953 850802 to discuss your Landscaping requirements See examples of our work at: www.georginaread.co.uk.

Started Back To School, College Or Uni? Is Your Computer Behaving?

Well we can help!

New & Recon units - Each branch of Anglia Computer Solutions has just received new stock of all types of new and reconditioned PC’s.

Whether it’s a desktop or laptop you are after we have it and at very competitive prices too! Recon laptops from £129!

New Laptops from £299! Desktops through all price ranges.

Speed up \ Upgrades - Have you already got a PC? is it running a bit slow or not quite up to spec for what you need? Well bring it into us.

We will go through the unit, clear out anything that isn’t required, remove any viruses and give it a general speed boost.

If you need something a bit extra ask for a RAM upgrade, this should have you typing away in no time.

Backups - Are often forgotten, but when your computer crashes it’s no laughing matter.

Every year we see hundreds of people that have lost their work, photos, music etc and without spending a small fortune it’s gone for good.

For as little as £10 we can setup a backup system which will ensure you never lose all the hard work you have created.

Just pop into one of our branches and have a chat, we will soon determine how much data you need to backup and provide the best solution for you.

For all your home and business computer needs call Anglia Computer Solutions on 01953 859753.

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All Change For The Attleborough Players

Halloween Is Approaching

Following the departure of Graham Smith, as Chair Person, previous vice chair Derek Tomlinson, now takes control, to lead The Attleborough Players into the future. Long standing Attleborough Player, Isla Butcher is now Deputy Chair.

That time of year where you either hide away or party.

Keen eyed observers may have noticed the various lorries attending the Connaught Hall removing the previously hired PortaKabin and replacing it with a unit kindly supplied by The Watling Family, Attleborough.

four decades will be performed on Friday 14th and Saturday 15th October 2011. Doors open at 19:00hrs, for a 19:30hrs performance start. Tickets are £5 each, on sale from ‘The Flowerbox’, Attleborough and on the door during show nights. Future productions are already in preparation include a ‘Christmas Show – Dec 2011’ and ‘Pantomime - Jan 2012’.

This unit is required to meet strict guidelines surrounding the changing facilities required when ‘Attleborough Young Players’ take part in our productions.

As a final word, The Attleborough Players would like to say thanks to JVC for their sponsorship and support in the past.

Attleborough Players are proud to announce the dates for the next performance, held as always, at the Connaught Hall. ‘BLASTS FROM THE PAST’ a musical cabaret evening, showcasing performances from

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Sadly this sponsorship has come to an end and we are currently looking for new support from local traders and businesses to allow us to continue entertaining the residents of Attleborough and surrounding district for years to come.

If you like to have fun with all your friends and family and are looking for something to do, we are throwing a fancy dress Halloween party on the 29th of October from 7pm-late, everyone is welcome as long as a ticket is present.

At this event we shall be raising money for Star Throwers which is our local Cancer Charity. We believe that the work that they have provided for cancer patients has been incredible, they help people feel welcome and provide people with a place where they can relax and get some friendly advice.

Now it’s our turn to help them by raising money on our raffle and our auction.

I hope to see you there to support these incredible people. For more information on Star Throwers please call 01953 423304 or visit www.starthrowers.org.uk.

Tickets for this event are only £4 each and this includes complimentary food. So please come along for a good night filled with laughter and fun.

Bring out your wild side with the fancy dress costumes and just party the night away with all your friends and family.

For more information on the event or to book a ticket please call 01953 606433. We look forward to seeing you!!

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Nest Residential Lettings And Management Rental Prices Rising due to Limited Supply.

If you are considering putting your property on the market for rental now is a good time.

Due to the high deposits required by mortgage lenders this is preventing people from purchasing, therefore demand has increased for rental accommodation.

As well as a healthy price being obtained the limited supply also means that properties are rented a lot quicker, meaning that void periods are kept to a minimum.

This was let on the first viewing and achieved the full asking price of ÂŁ750pcm without a problem.

This sized property is extremely popular for families and couples at the moment; Nest Residential Lettings and Management therefore if you have a 2 or 3 bed house with a garden, then you could expect a have recently let a 3 bed semi-detached house in Southwold. rapid let for a healthy rental figure.

Nest Lettings are always looking for new properties to let out in order to meet increased demand; and due to their independence are able to dedicate time to providing each property with the attention it requires to secure a quick and successful let.

Therefore, if you have a property to let and would like any advice then please contact the team at any time on 01603 621180 or office@letnest.co.uk.

As this greater demand is met with a limited supply of rental properties available, this has resulted in a dramatic rise in rental prices in the last few months.

In East Anglia specifically they rose 2.75 per cent in June, taking the average rents in East Anglia to ÂŁ581 per month.

Although this is a negative for applicants searching for rental accommodation, this is good news for potential landlords looking to put their property on the open lettings market.

Above: Outside of Orchard House, Southwold.

Above: Recently let Orchard House, Southwold.

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Taylor Wimpey’s Stress-Free Part Exchange Now Available At Symphony Gardens Taylor Wimpey is offering fast-moving househunters in Norfolk the chance to swap their old property for a superb new home at its beautiful Symphony Gardens development.

Home owners planning a move to this select collection of properties in Attleborough, near Norwich, no longer need to worry about finding a purchaser for their existing house - because Taylor Wimpey will buy it from them at an agreed price. The leading housebuilder’s Part-Exchange scheme is offered on a limited choice of family-size properties at Symphony Gardens, so would-be movers are being urged to act quickly in order to side-step all the hassles and stresses of playing the property market.

Stacy Dornan, Sales and Marketing Director at Taylor Wimpey, says: “Buying, selling and moving home can turn into a long, drawn-out affair that is full of anxious moments for everyone involved in a property chain.

“But with Part Exchange at Symphony Gardens it is possible for property-seekers to avoid these problems by allowing Taylor Wimpey to buy their old home

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from them - and even save money on estate agent fees.” Taylor Wimpey’s Part Exchange scheme means buyers moving up the property ladder can act with confidence when choosing one of the leading housebuilder’s selected homes at Symphony Gardens.

Taylor Wimpey will make a market-value offer for the buyer’s old house, based on at least two independent valuations, with the agreed sum deducted from the price of their brand new home.

Just one of the new homes available with Part Exchange at Symphony Gardens is the four-bedroom ‘Kingsdale’ detached house, priced from only £249,995. This attractive L-shaped property features a welcoming entrance hallway, leading to a double aspect living room which enjoys an abundance of natural light and opens through French doors to the private rear garden. A well equipped kitchen with dining area, a separate dining room and

a guest cloakroom complete the groundfloor’s layout, while there is a garage and extra parking space located outside.

Upstairs, the master bedroom benefits from having en-suite facilities, with double shower, plus plenty of storage space, and there are three further bedrooms and a family-size bathroom which complete the accommodation. Also offered with Part Exchange at Symphony Gardens is the four-bedroom ‘Shelford’ detached house, available from only £224,995.

Attleborough is a popular market town which boasts a wide range of independent shops catering for everyday needs, along with a variety of restaurants, bars, traditional pubs and cafes. Parents will appreciate that schools for children of all ages are located in the town, while the A11 offers convenient access to a host of shopping, leisure and entertainment opportunities in Norwich, which is only 15 miles away. The new homes are situated just over a mile from Attleborough railway

station, which operates frequent direct services to Norwich in about 25 minutes, and to Cambridge in around an hour.

For relaxation, Symphony Gardens is situated just 15 miles from Thetford Forest Park - a great setting for walking, cycling, riding and picnics – while the world-famous Norfolk broads and miles of unspoilt coastline are also within easy reach.

To find out more about Part Exchange at Symphony Gardens, customers should visit the Sales Information Centre, located off Teasel Road, Attleborough, and open between 10am and 5pm, Thursday to Sunday, and Mondays from 1.30pm to 5pm. Alternatively, the Sales Executive can be contacted on 0845 072 6489.

Further information on Taylor Wimpey developments across East Anglia is available by calling 01284 773800, or by visiting www.taylorwimpey.co.uk.

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Harleston & EYE

Jobs Club

Harleston Careers Fair

Every Wednesday, drop-in 10am - 12pm, everyone welcome.

Harleston Information Plus is organising a Careers Fair for 14 -24 year olds during the autumn half term.

We have recently been carrying out an evaluation of the Jobs Club and are pleased to announce that the response has been fantastic.

Activities in October Business Link Wednesday 5 October 10am-12pm LAST CHANCE TO SEE* Our regular Business Link Advisor will be available for appointments offering free advice to new and existing businesses.

Top 5 reasons to come to Jobs Club:

* Please note that this is the last time our Business Link Advisor will visit Jobs Club as all of Business Link’s paid advisors are being replaced by a network of unpaid mentors as part of a major overhaul.

1) It’s welcoming, very friendly and relaxed - really nice atmosphere.

Advice will still be given via online services and a national contact centre.

2) They have an obvious desire to be as helpful as possible.

Norfolk Guidance Service Tuesday 18 October 10am-3pm Appointments available with a professional Careers Advisor offering advice and support if you are looking for work or thinking about a change of career.

Below are our top 5 comments that have been made by the members surveyed:

3) I’m gaining confidence and feel better about applying for jobs.

4) Speedy response, arranging careers appointment and providing exact CV information I needed.

5) It’s made me realise I do have skills and I can get new ones.

AGE 14-24 DON’T MISS THE CAREERS FAIR AT THE SWAN HOTEL Wednesday 26 October 10am-2pm

If you are searching for employment then why not come along to the Jobs Club where we can help you with job searches, careers advice, CVs, covering letters, application forms, tips and advice for job interviews and much more.

If you would like more information about the Jobs Club and the free services we offer then please contact Lucy Hurdley at the Information Centre Tel: 01379 851920 or email jobsclub@harleston-norfolk.org.uk.

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The Fair aims to help young people plan for their future, whether this is deciding which GCSEs to take, should they go to university or what type of work suits them.

A number of local employers will be available to talk about their industry or profession, explain what they look for when recruiting staff, and give tips on applying for jobs.

The University of East Anglia, University College Suffolk, Otley, Easton and other

colleges will be available to answer questions about Higher Education. There will be information about 6th Forms, the Kickstart scheme, volunteering, careers guidance, finance and health.

All are welcome, the Fair is being held at the Swan Hotel, Harleston 10am-2pm on Wednesday 26th October.

This event is free as it is funded by a BIG lottery Reaching Communities grant.

Harleston Fireworks Spectacular Friday 4th November 2011.

At Harleston Magpies Hockey Club Gates open 6.00pm with and there will be a BBQ. Bonfire starts at 7.15pm followed by fireworks.

(Organised by Harleston Lions, Scouts and Magpies Hockey Club) We look forward to seeing you on the night!

New

Buckenham

Fireworks display

Firework Safety Checklist Figures have shown that more children than adults get hurt by fireworks. If you are thinking of using fireworks as part of your celebrations, you should follow the steps listed below.

Before your firework display Preparation is key to enjoying fireworks safely, so:

Things you will need on the night It’s easy to get a few household things together, these are:

• don’t buy fireworks from anywhere you’re not sure about, like a van or a temporary, unlicensed market stall

• a closed metal box to store the fireworks - take them out one at a time

• only buy fireworks marked BS 7114 - this is the British Standard that all fireworks should meet (a reputable shop will know this)

• a bucket of water - to cool sparklers and put out any small fires • eye protection and gloves • a bucket of earth to stick fireworks in

• follow the instructions on each firework - read them in daylight or by torchlight, never by a naked flame • make suitable supports and launchers if you’re setting off Catherine wheels or rockets

• don’t drink alcohol if you are setting off fireworks

• put used sparklers hot end down into a bucket of sand or water

• light fireworks at arm’s length, using a taper

Other tips on the night Finally, follow these rules for a safe night:

• make sure everyone stands well back

• keep pets indoors – most animals get very scared by the lights and noise from fireworks

• never go back to a firework that has been lit - even if it hasn’t gone off it could still explode Sparklers Sparklers are fun, but always:

Lighting fireworks Follow these simple guidelines to stay safe:

• supervise children with sparklers and never give them to a child under five

• only one person should be responsible for letting off fireworks

• light sparklers one at a time and wear gloves

• never put fireworks in your pocket or throw them • never throw spent fireworks on a bonfire • take care around bonfires - all clothes, even those labeled ‘low flammability’ - can catch fire

New Buckenham Bonfire And Fireworks Display This year we are planning an even more than usual spectacular event on Saturday the 5th November at the Village Hall playing field.

Entry at 6pm and lighting of the bonfire at 6.15pm. Light sticks and our usual refreshments will be on sale, including hotdogs, hamburgers, soup, roasted chestnuts, hot punch, soft drinks and

real ale. There will also be a raffle for the honour to start the fireworks by way of an electronic switch. Admission on the night.

New Buckenham has over 18yrs experience of delivering highly successful firework

displays and this year will be no exception.

A great family night out. Come and join us!

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Christmas Is Coming!

Crackers About Christmas Attleborough Town Hall Crafters Breckland Flower & Garden Club & Great Ellingham & District Flower Club are holding a charity event on Friday 25th November 2011 at Connaught Hall, Attleborough at 7.30pm doors open 6.45pm.

The event is “Crackers about Christmas” a flower demonstration by Christine Hewson, Brenda Tubb, Joy Tunmore and Ann Norris, the arrangements will be raffled at the end of the evening, also there will be a tombola.

Tickets are £10.00 to include nibbles from Ann Norris 01953 454583 or Christine

Hewson 01953 454528. All monies raised will go to Star Throwers of Wymondham, which is a not-for-profit, registered charity run entirely by passionate volunteers, dedicated to supporting and advising people in East Anglia who are affected by cancer, or are at particular risk of developing cancer.

Attleborough Town Hall Crafters are holding there Christmas Extravaganza on November 10th 2011 in the Attleborough Town Hall from 10am till 9pm.

There will be Textiles, Knitwear, Bath and Body Products, Jams, Chutneys, Cordials Wooden Toys, Bowls, Pens, Jewellery, Cards and Cakes. Stalls available for all or part of the day for

any other hand produced crafts.

Please email: leanne@jewellerybyleafy.com for more information.

Attleborough Christmas Carnival The Attleborough Christmas Carnival will take place on 27th November 2011.

We have lots of great exiting things taking place along with the traditional usual bits and pieces like Father Christmas and his grotto etc. We also have some Daleks from Doctor Who

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and the Poringland singers who sing on the Dr Who CD’s.

They will be performing live during the afternoon. There will also be a Mind

Body & Soul event taking place at Connaught Hall during the afternoon all culminating with the lights switch being switched on. Look out for more information next month but in the mean

time if you wish to book a stall or get involved in anyway please contact, Karen on 01953 455755 or Gill on 01953 454350.

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The 16th Festive Gift Fair promises to be a Showstopper of an event, so head along to Birmingham’s NEC to do all your Christmas Shopping in one fell swoop.

There is something about browsing round lots of interesting stalls that makes Christmas shopping seem far more enjoyable than a visit to a familiar store.

Each year, the fabulous Festive Gift Fair gives us inspiration and thousands up thousands of new, clever and affordable gift ideas.

With 350 stalls brought together from all over the country, the variety of gifts is amazing and so there is always a surprise around every corner!

• Arts and Crafts • Christmas Decorations, Cards and Ribbon • Festive Food and Drink • Handbags, Jewellery and Fashion • Gifts for Cooks • Gifts for Gardeners • Games, Toys, Stocking Fillers • Beauty and Health Products • Baby gifts • Gadgets • And much, much more!

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Health, beauty & wellbeing Health & Beauty Tips For Autumn For a Gorgeous New You! With Summer gone and Autumn on our doorstep we are probably all experiencing the excesses of Summer and the party season, such as over exposure to the sun, damaged locks and poor eating habits.

With the days getting shorter and chillier and the demands of school and office increasing, stress is often nipping at our heels. It is the perfect time of year to reassess and revitalize your make up, skin and hair to get your body and soul in great shape for Autumn!

Revitalise Your Skin Now is the time to take care of your skin. Use a facial scrub, to exfoliate any

dead skin cells, caused by the damaging effects of sun impurities from too much sun and sunscreen. A moisture mask adds valuable moisture to your skin.

Apply in the shower, just five minutes, and your skin will be softer. Your skin is in desperate need of re-hydratration.

Treat yourself to a daily rich hydrating moisturiser such as a repair cream.

Bring Your Hair Back To Life Your hair takes a beating all summer long from sun, salt, chlorine, and wind. Get a good hair cut or trim and deep condition your hair to replenish lost moisture.

Autumn is also a great time to update

your style. If you have a classic hairstyle, you can achieve a more contemporary look by adding layers or texturizing to break up the interior. To add fullness to your hair, try a styling mousse, or straightening balm to smooth out unwanted curls.

Try A New Make Up Look With the start of Autumn here, makeup colours reflect the cooler temperatures and warmer clothes. As clothes get heavier, so do makeup colours. This means it’s time for a change in your makeup bag as well. Autumn makeup is defined by flushed cheeks, and emphasis

on both eyes & lips. The most dramatic focus of the season is on the eye. Using a colour mascara instead of jet black gives lashes lots of soft volume. Apply some concealer to your eyelids and dust with powder- this is a make-up trick used by the pros to ensure that shadow stays put and looks smooth. Deep purples, plums, blues and neutrals adorn the classic smoky eye, while bright berries, burgundies, reds and fuchsias give the lips a dramatic sizzle.

Keep that summer glow around for just a little longer with a light bronzing powder.

Be More Confident

Zumbathon

How would you like to be more confident?

Join us for a Zumbathon on Friday 21st October 7-10pm at Central Hall, Wymondham. Raising money in aid of Breast Cancer Research UK.

To be able to face situations that fill you with fear, in a self-assured way?

Well, come and learn how at a workshop presented by Sandra Boatman (qualified NLP Practitioner and Life Coach), designed to give you that sense of inner confidence you need to reach your full potential and be happier in your life.

Simply having more confidence instantly builds your self-esteem - so you can feel better straight away! Knowing that it takes confidence, even to attend such a workshop, Sandra has ensured

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that it will be non-threatening, nonembarrassing, relaxed and light-hearted, and, at the same time, informative and truly useful!

You will learn practical techniques and strategies to give you self-belief - then you can go for what you want in your life, or deal with those difficult situations.

Be confident - be comfortable whatever you’re facing!

Contact Sandra on 01953 455500 (see advert for details).

Come along and wear something pink to support this fantastic cause.

The Zumbathon features over 2 hrs of Zumba dance, in a big party atmosphere, with all the proceeds of tickets going to charity.

Back Lane, Wymondham.

We will also be holding a raffle with over £100 of Zumba prizes to be won!

Tickets can be purchased in advance at your next Zumba class.

Tickets are priced at £10 including Raffle tickets.

Tickets will also be available on the door subject to availability.

We are hoping to attract over 70 people to the evening event on Friday 21st October from 7 - 10pm at Central Hall,

Please see http://www. norwichzumba.co.uk/special-events. php for more details.

CARING FOR THE ELDERLY NBR Scooter Brokers

Able Community Care

NBR Scooter Brokers is a family run business which prides itself on their commitment to their customers (existing and new!!)

Since 1980 Able Community Care has been providing live-in care services throughout Mainland UK and the Channel Islands.

Their main objective is to provide impartial advice together with a friendly and efficient service!!

Apart from selling, they also offer a hire service, together with repairs, servicing and insurance work.

Our clients, who range in age from their early twenties to centenarians, have all chosen to remain living in their own home rather than moving into a residential care home. When we ask our clients why they have chosen to have a live-in care package rather than move into a home where they could also have 24 hour care, we receive comments such as:

NBR scooter brokers are accredited with Norfolk trusted traders which is organised by Norfolk County Council.

“I can have independence in my own home. I can be spontaneous, if the sun is shining and I fancy being pushed round the park I can go.”

They offer the service of a free, no obligation, home demonstration for all of their products to ensure they are suitable for your needs.

Whilst their core business is the supply of new mobility scooters, they also have a selection of pre-owned scooters as they offer a part exchange service.

In addition to mobility scooters, they can also supply the following: • Stairlifts • Powered wheelchairs • Powerchairs • Rise & recline armchairs

• Adjustable beds • Bathlifts • 3 & 4 wheel walkers • Attendant and self propelled wheelchairs

“Having 1:1 care means that no day is the same. When I was more able I could choose how to spend my days.

Having live-in care means I can still do that. My family wanted me to stay in my

own home, but they were worried about me on my own in case I fell. Having live-in care in my home eliminates their worries.”

“Being young I enjoy sports, clubbing and going to the pub. My live-in care scheme allows me to have the opportunity to participate, at any time of the day or even night!”

Able Community Care has provided just under fifty million hours of care and we have been able to help thousands of people and their families.

If you would like our information pack or would like to have a chat about our care provision, please call us on 01603 764567.

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CARING FOR THE ELDERLY Ways To Make Tasks Easier Around The Home As you get older you may find it harder to manage in your home. However, you may be able to stay in your home for longer if it is adapted to meet your needs.

This guide from Age UK looks at the adaptations and equipment that are available and explains how to obtain them.

installed to enable you to reach the front door. This may require alterations to the porch or front step.

It also suggests small practical steps that can make a difference to your quality of life.

Answering the door

Access to your home This advice relates to both your main access, generally the front door, and your rear or garden access. If you are having difficulty getting in and out of your property there are ways to make it easier.

If you have difficulty climbing the steps leading to your front door, you could have a rail installed. If you are a wheelchair user, you may need to have a ramp

If you have difficulty getting to the front door when someone calls, you could consider installing a door-entry intercom.

This can either be one where you talk to the visitor via an intercom link and then walk to the front door, or where you press a button to open the door from your sitting position after you have spoken to the visitor via the intercom.

There are other options to allow friends, relatives and carers access if you find it difficult to get to the front door in time

to answer it. One of these is a key safe, where the key is held in a secure box that can only be opened by someone who knows the code.

and does not block the way. In some circumstances walls can be removed or re-sited to provide a larger turning circle in a room.

Moving around your home

Getting up and down stairs

If you are having difficulty moving around a property, think about the risks related to floor surfaces, lighting, clutter and trip hazards such as exposed wires. If you use a wheelchair, do you have enough room to manoeuvre your chair around each room and from room to room?

If the facilities in your property - your toilet, bathroom, kitchen - are on different floors you may be finding it increasingly difficult to keep using the stairs.

If the ability to turn from a corridor into a room is inhibited by the door and corridor width, it may be possible to widen the door frame or to re-hang the door so that it swings in the opposite direction

It may be possible to install a second banister rail on the stairs or to fit a stairlift to make it easier for you to get up and down the stairs.

There are a number of different types on the market, with a range of features to suit different needs.

South Mobility Centre With clear, crisp and perhaps wet autumnal days around the corner, there’s no need to let the weather put you off from getting out on your scooter.

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Medium and large scooters can be fitted with an all weather canopy, to give 360 degree protection. With a choice of clear, or clear plus a colour, the canopy gives you protection from the elements, be they hot or cold.

to post a letter or operate a pedestrian crossing button, from your seated position.

With a choice of roll back, or roll up sides which can be tethered, you can still feel the breeze on a fine day. Deluxe, lined rain coats also available.

Heavy duty zips both inside and out, are durable yet easy to use, allowing access

Visit: www.southnorfolkmobilitycentre.co.uk.

Brooklyn House Brooklyn House is just one of Caring Homes’ highly acclaimed modern purpose-built care homes.

Our dedicated multi-disciplinary team is on call 24-hours a day and pride themselves on the high-quality care they offer. Our key focus is to provide a safe, homely and supported environment based on a positive, person-centred approach.

The majority of the rooms have en-suite facilities and all of them have a ‘nurse call’ system and television point. Each en-suite has a shower/wet room which is ideal for people with mobility issues and there are assisted baths throughout the building so everyone can enjoy a choice of bath or shower.

Specifically designed to care for elderly residents, Brooklyn House is equipped with every modern facility to ensure high standards of comfort. The landscaped gardens and patio areas are an additional venue for outdoor activities, such as sensory therapy, and are a calm and beautiful place just to relax in.

Brooklyn House has a new sun room which enhances the communal accommodation and gives the residents an additional choice for somewhere to spend the day.

The home’s central position means it is ideally suited for local amenities and public transport links.

We pride ourselves on our ability to provide superior palliative care, offering 24-hour care to residents with serious illnesses to relieve their suffering and improve their quality of life, giving comfort to them and their families. Every resident is given a comprehensive, individual care plan, whether they are staying for a period of convalescence or are permanent residents.

We place a high emphasis on dining at Brooklyn House, serving traditional cooking and offering a varied choice at every meal. Our fully qualified chef carefully plans the menus to make sure all the meals are nutritionally balanced.

We are very happy to cater for special diets and individual preferences and, as well as breakfast, lunch and supper, hot and cold drinks and a range of snacks are available throughout the day.

Brooklyn House’s dedicated Activities Co-ordinator ensures there is always something going on so residents can enjoy a full and interesting lifestyle and continue with their hobbies. Our active residents’ and relatives’ committee plays a key part in helping to develop new ideas and suggestions as to how Brooklyn House is run and the type of services available. Residents can also take advantage of the home’s close links to various local groups.

For more information, to request a brochure or to arrange a visit, please contact Brooklyn House on 0808 166 1347 or visit the website at www.caringhomes.org

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We also welcome visitors for a short respite, to simply enjoy a break or holiday at Brooklyn House.

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Puncturesafe fully coats the whole of the inside of the tyre and therefore stops porosity which helps maintain tyre pressure.

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Traditional tyre sealants do not give 100% crown coverage in a high-speed tyre - at best they usually only cover 60% which becomes less as the vehicle increases in speed, because more of the tyre sealant is driven to the centre of the crown area creating a mound that can cuase vibration at the higher speeds.

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