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In this issue FEATURES

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DEREHAM

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Halloween & Bonfire Night Events To Attend.

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Book Now Christmas Is Coming Win Tickets To Festive Gift Fair.

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Your Local Vouchers Cut Out & Use Vouchers.

Regal Experience The Wicked Lady.

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An Interview With

Crambles Dereham New Sandwich Shop.

Kate Pilgrim Of Station Bistro.

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Bereavement Support

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New Group A Success.

Carbrooke Beer Festival A Fanatasic Success.

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Watton Traders Talk Shop Taking Part In An Innovative Project.

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Welcome to

WYMONDHAM Zumbathon

Dominic Kirwan

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

Comes to Holiday Inn, Norwich.

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

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

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

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

Tickets are priced at £10 including Raffle tickets.

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

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

Craft Sale Craft Sale at Central Hall Wymondham 22nd October 10am - 3pm.

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.

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

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

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Great News For Star Throwers

The Regal Experience The Wicked Lady, Gainsborough Studio’s most commercially successful film of the 1940s, is the Regal Experience’s next classic screening at the old Wymondham Regal, now part of the local Ex-Services’ Club.

Cancer can be a very frightening and lonely experience.

The registered charity Star Throwers based in Wymondham, is open to everyone, and provides free, independent information care and support. Treatments include complementary therapies such as massage, reflexology, reiki and nutrition advice. All the people who work at Star Throwers give their time completely free of charge, but there are many other costs involved in running the centre, and in order to continue offering therapeutic services, we are always looking for individuals or organisations to assist us in our work and in raising funds.

Star Throwers are delighted to announce that Sainsburys of Longwater Lane Norwich have chosen us as their Charity of the Year. We are very much looking forward to working with them throughout the year on both fund raising and practical projects. To date the Sainsbury’s team have been helping us to restore order to our gardens, a great support to our regular garden volunteers. They are holding instore collections on our behalf, and with

the able assistance of Tony the Fund Raising Teddy, are busy planning other fund-raising adventures, among them a parachute jump.

A Star Throwers spokesman said “The people and businesses of Wymondham and the surrounding areas have been wonderfully generous in their support of us, and now to be Sainsburys chosen charity is an amazing benefit to our organisation. We are most grateful.”

If you would like to know more about our services please contact us on 01953 423304 or see our website for further information www.starthrowers.org.uk.

The show will be on Sunday 6th November (2.30pm).

When the movie was released in January 1946 queues formed round cinemas with sometimes a two or three hours wait to see top box office star Margaret Lockwood play the lady who turns to highway robbery and murder for kicks .

pure nostalgia. The Elephant Will Never Forget was made in 1953 and records the last day of the London trams, while The Countrywomen from 1942 shows how an East Anglian Women’s Institute was helping the war effort at the height of the conflict.

Tickets are available from Maureen Dodman (01953 605593) or Michael Armstrong (01953 603246) and at the Wymondham Heritage Museum. They are £5 (concessions £4).

Ruthless James Mason is the highwayman with whom she has an affair in this exciting period drama set in the days of Charles the Second.

English rose Patricia Roc also stars and Norfolk’s own Blickling Hall is the setting for some scenes.There will also be a display dedicated to the career of Margaret Lockwood, one of the British film industry’s all-time greats. There will be two short supporting films, which are both

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WYMONDHAM News

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 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!!

The Next Step In Your Child’s Schooling With summer holidays a distant memory, come Autumn parents’ minds turn back to schooling and niggling concerns about your child’s education can become paramount.

Equally, your child might be due to enter the next stage of their education in 2012, moving from primary to junior school, junior to senior school or heading into the sixth form. It may seem far away, but now is the time to look at where your child will be studying next.

by the headmaster, Stephen Crump, at 10.00am. Prospective parents and children are welcome to visit all departments of the school, Pre-Prep, Juniors, Seniors and Sixth Form, take a tour of our excellent facilities and speak to staff and current pupils.

Hethersett Old Hall School is an independent day school, co-ed between the ages of 4-11 and girls only between the ages of 11-18. Boarding is also available for girls from the age of 9.

The Sixth Form will also be holding an Information Evening on Tuesday 11th October, 6.30pm - 8.00pm where girls will be able to find out more about study at 16+ and speak to teachers about A Level options.

Call now for a free home survey!!

At this time of year we see an increase in enquiries, visits and applications. We also welcome applications for the wide range of scholarships that we have available; academic, sport, music, art and drama, boarding and sixth form.

The school will be holding an Open Morning on Saturday 8th October, 10.00am - 12.30pm, with an address

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At both events, we will be able to let you know more about the scholarships we have available and application deadlines.

If you are interested in finding out more about either event please visit www.hohs.co.uk or call our Registrar, Mrs Borrer on 01603 810390.

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The Robert Kett

HB Glass And Stone Ltd

Highly recognised historical name we are the only pub named after Robert himself in England based in Wymondham and also on the local bus routes.

We founded our family business in 2006.

What we offer

Food service hours

Competitive drink prices - newly refurbished - family run - home cooked food with local produce used - theme nights - fortnightly quiz & pub sports.

Thursday & Friday 12-2pm & 5-9pm,

Opening hours Monday – Wednesday 4pm-11pm,

Saturday 12-9 pm & Sunday 12-5pm.

Private functions catered for, please contact or visit us for information or bookings The Robert Kett ph, Lime Tree Avenue, Wymondham, NR18 0HH

Thursday - Saturday 12pm- 11:45pm, Sunday 12pm-10:30pm.

Tel: 01953 602957 Email: therobertkett@hotmail.co.uk

Offering a unique service of supplying processed glass and granite, under one roof. Both to the trade and public, direct from the manufacturer.

We cover Norfolk and Suffolk, and nationwide deliveries.

As well as providing the industry with: processed glass from 4-19mm.

Brilliant cut, shaped CNC work, glass balustrading, coloured glass splash backs, mirrors and shower doors. We also offer a bespoke service, tailor made to the customer requirement.

Whether it’s 30mm Granite Worktops: with up stands, or glass balustrading, we design, manufacture and install to your specification.

Granite work surfaces offer a timeless unique natural elegance, which lasts a

lifetime. We tailor make our service to your bespoke requirement.

Offering a wide range of colours and choice of edge work. We personally come and template and fit, to ensure a superior finish. However we can supply only, if you prefer to fit yourself.

We have state of the art CNC machinery, which allows us to provide the highest quality, doing the most complex of shapes with ease.

Not forgetting the more traditional hand working, to give the unique finishing touch.

If you have a plan or a sketch of kitchen worktops, we are happy to provide you with a prompt quotation and advice on how best to do your kitchen, with obligation.

Don’t forget to check out Your Local Vouchers on Page 30

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Time To Start Planning Kerry Butcher Accountancy Services 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.

pergolas, fencing, water features and lots more, you can be sure all our materials are at online prices, offering great savings!

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

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.

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,

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

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.

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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An interview with...

Kate Pilgrim of Station Bistro

Above: Station Bistro Team.

1. Tell us a little about yourself?.

We opened the business on 1st March this year as a family run business; Kate, Jenny and Simon Pilgrim. Simon also owns Station Taxis situated next door to the Bistro, here at the station. It’s really new to us all but we absolutely love it. We have a great team and the atmosphere is just so welcoming. I currently rent a cottage next to the bistro with my husband and children, as we are having a house built behind these cottages. It’s certainly very convenient being on the doorstep to our new business and we’re looking forward to making this our permanent address.

2. What did you do before working at Station Bistro?

I used to work at Aviva before I started work here. It was Simon’s previous landlord who leased the whole station, who mentioned to him that he was to retire. We then thought it would be great for us as a family, if we could take over the lease, and run our own restaurant.

Jenny has hospitality skills after running a successful farmhouse bed and breakfast for many years.

3. Are there any plans for the future or up coming events?

We will shortly be creating some evening meal events such as a Curry Night and Steak Night. Our Christmas menu is currently being printed and will be available shortly. We are already taking bookings for the festive period and if anybody wishes to know what will be on the menu, please give us a ring or pop by to see us. There will be a ‘Ladies 1st’ pamper evening hosted by the Nailway Beauty Salon and Dress

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Agency on Saturday 12th November.

This will include various stalls from hair to reflexology, nails and fashion, plus a catwalk and an auction being held to raise money for Help for Heroes. All welcome, tickets available now at £5.00 each, which also includes a light buffet.

4. What have you learnt since working here?

I have learnt a lot from our customers, we give out a comment card at the end of their meal and ask them to rate the food and service. This type of feedback from our customers is invaluable and has provided us with some great ideas.

of people who come to visit us. Being featured on the BBC’s ‘Michael Portillo’s Great Little Railways’ has also been a great boost.

6. Is there anything else you wish to add?

I would just like to say a big thank you to all our team they are great and we couldn’t have done everything without you all helping us.

I would also like to say a big thank you to both our regular customers for their ongoing support and to new visitors for their positive feedback and making all the hard work worth while.

5. How do you find working in Wymondham?

Since moving here from Tacolneston I have come to really like the town. I love the fact we live right next door. It’s friendly and busy, with a variety of shops and local amenities. The local people have made us feel very welcome and it’s great that we get to meet such a variety

Floor It And Save Money Normally when you deal with larger flooring retailers it involves a lot of people in the chain, with Floor It its all done with one person, Russell Taylor.

Russell has been fitting for nearly 11 years, he was trained to fit carpets by one of the best known family firms in Norfolk.

He was also trained by Amticos training centre in Epsom to lay and Karndean, and by the best laminate manufacture there is- Pergo Top Lay Laminates in Oxford.

Karndean and Amtico can offer a unique look to match your requirements they are

both beautiful and hard wearing. The great thing about contacting Russell for a quote is he has very low overheads, and can pass on those benefits to his customers meaning 99% of the time he can beat shop prices.

Call him now for more information on 01328 863630

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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. Sagging guttering can also can be an issue in some properties. If water starts collecting along the run of the guttering rather than flowing towards your downpipe, you may need your guttering realigned. Guttering is there to take rainwater

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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.

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.

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

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

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

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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Diss Bed Centre And Furniture Warehouse ...Is a family owned business which has been established for over 36 years, based in Diss, Norfolk.

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.

Bereavement Support Group A Success.

A new bereavement support group has got off to a strong start and is already supporting a number of local people that have suffered a bereavement. The group meets twice a month and is open to anyone who has lost a loved one – regardless of how long ago or in what circumstances. Sessions are led by qualified bereavement counsellor Vicky Goddard, supported by Marion Baynton of Rosedale Funeral Home, who set up the group. “Grief affects us in many different ways and it can be especially difficult to cope if you’ve no-one close to talk to,” explained Mrs Baynton.“The sessions are free and everyone is welcome – there’s

no pressure to take part, if someone just wants to listen that’s fine.” Mrs Baynton said her work with bereaved families at Rosedale had prompted the setting up of the group. Sessions are held on the first and third Thursday of the month from 10am – 12 noon in the Frank Bunn Room at Wymondham’s Town Green Centre in Back Lane.

Further information – and help with transport - is available by contacting Rosedale Funeral Home on 01953 601103 or visit www.rosedalefuneralhome.co.uk.

Bring A Friend Week At Artichoke Tuesday 25th to Saturday 29th October.

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.

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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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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.

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Above: Outside of Orchard House, Southwold.

Above: Recently let Orchard House, Southwold.

Welcome to

dereham Crambles Dereham If you are out and about in Dereham and you are feeling thirsty or peckish, then why not pop into CRAMBLES. This bright and welcoming new eatin/take-away sandwich shop in the High Street will certainly tempt your taste buds. Owner Kirsty Hart, 24, has always

dreamed of running her own business.

After gaining qualifications at Norwich City College in the hospitality industry, she worked long hours as a chef on the

cruise ships to earn and save the money she needed to buy her shop.

With the experience of working in Marco Pierre White’s restaurant under her belt, Kirsty has set up and opened her new venture, and is offering a mouth watering array of savouries, cakes, coffees and teas.

She makes and bakes on the premises and sources her ingredients locally if she

can. Kirsty also offers a “collect from the shop” buffet service for all occasions, as well as children’s party food. She can even supply the character tableware too.

Phone orders are always welcome if you wish to order in advance, and deliveries can be made on foot locally at lunch times.

For Kirsty’s buffet menu, just pop in and see her, or call 01362 693565.

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Calmawear

Cottage Windows Ltd

Calmawear is a young business run by a husband and wife team based in Dereham, who take pride in being reliable and providing a first class service.

Cottage Windows Ltd is a small family business with a growing reputation in the Dereham area.

Continuing to keep prices low we have launched our winter sale which includes offers such as by spending £20 you will receive free a pair of Swarovski studs and if you spend £60 this entitles you to a free pair of earrings to the maximum value of £5.

Tony started the company in 2009 after working for a local firm for over 8 years and with his son Robert, installs top quality doors, windows and conservatories to a high standard at competitive prices.

The online shop has just been updated to include new exciting pieces in our Special Occasion Silver and Gold categories, also new children’s items.

See the classic and modern styles, the

shop is updated with the latest fashion as it arrives.

Necklaces, Bracelets, Rings, Earrings, Studs, Bangles, Charms, Anklets, Toe Rings, Pendants and Chains.

There are stunning matching sets.

There are men’s and children’s categories.

Visit calmawear.co.uk, Call on 01362 859415 for further information or queries or email calmawear@calmawear.co.uk.

We can also offer a wide range of composite doors and we fit ‘A’ rated glass as standard.

We can either put our customers in touch with local builders or deal with the builder on the customers’ behalf.

If you are considering replacing your windows and doors or maybe adding a conservatory or garden room, please call Tony for a free, no obligation quote on: 01362 860331 or 07595 507244.

Cottage Windows Ltd is a member of Network Veka, a voluntary organisation within the double glazing industry, which monitors members’ work and covers all guarantees.

This means, that should a member cease trading, Network Veka will arrange for another firm with the same high standard of workmanship to carry out any repairs.

So your guarantee is worth the paper it’s written on.

Because of our local building contacts, we are able to offer a complete service for conservatories or garden rooms.

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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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Carbrooke Beer Festival Watton Traders Talk Shop A Fantastic Success!

Independent traders in Watton are taking part in an innovative project to celebrate the contribution that their businesses make to the character and diversity of the town’s High Street.

The 4th Annual Carbrooke Beer Festival held over the August bank holiday weekend was a fantastic success.

Initial figures put the amount raised at just over £900 but we will publish the full amount when it has been confirmed.

We would like to thank our sponsors who without their support this event would not be possible please visit our website for their full details http://www.carbrookebeerfestival.co.uk

We would also like to thank all of the volunteers who give up their time to organise and staff the event and of course everybody who came an supported the event enjoying the beer, music and bbq.

Next year will be our 5th birthday so please join us for that full details will be on the website, facebook and twitter.

Above: Paul Adcock of Adcocks.

Organised and funded by Breckland Council, Pride in Breckland and the Wayland Chamber of Commerce, the ‘Talking Shop’ project explores the stories of these shopkeepers in an exhibition of portraits and accompanying text. Why did these traders come to Watton? What do they contribute to the community? What do they most enjoy about Watton and its residents?

Artist Lydia Martin interviewed and photographed the owners of nine independent businesses on Watton High Street over two months this summer. Her exhibition has been open for the public to enjoy in the window of the old Sample’s Butcher’s shop, from 21st September.

Lynda Turner, Breckland Council Executive member for Localism, Community and Environmental Services said: “These independent traders contribute to the local community by adding individuality, colour and variety

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Above: Chris Edwards of Edwards Newsagents. to the High Street. This exhibition will provide a unique opportunity for us all to learn more about them and to look at Watton through their eyes”.

Salena Dawson, Chair of Wayland Chamber said: “We can already see that the High Street is attracting younger business people – diverse businesses that we haven’t seen before. As long as we are attracting something that the next generation is wanting, I think that Watton is going to have a High Street for a very, very long time”. Paul Adcock, owner of Adcock’s said: “That’s what people like – to be able to deal with the chap whose name is above the door”.

All the photographs, stories and audio recordings collected as part of the project can be found at www.wayland-chamber.org.uk/ talkingshop/. For more information contact Breckland Arts Officer Sam Dawson on 01362 656870.

halloween

and Bonfire night

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.

electronic switch. Admission on the night.

Light sticks and our usual refreshments will be on sale, including hotdogs, hamburgers, soup, roasted chestnuts, hot punch, soft drinks and real ale.

New Buckenham has over 18yrs experience of delivering highly successful firework displays and this year will be no exception.

There will also be a raffle for the honour to start the fireworks by way of an

A great family night out. Come and join us!

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

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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DING DONG, CHRISTMAS Heart Felt Craft & Gifts IS CALLING! Autumn is upon us, as the darker evenings draw in our thoughts automatically turn to Christmas.

Shopping for good Christmas presents can be a mammoth task! But luckily for us, the fabulous FESTIVE GIFT FAIR is returning to the NEC Birmingham from 17-20th November.

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.

• Beauty and Health Products • Baby gifts • Gadgets • And much, much more!

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

BOOK YOUR TICKETS NOW and prepare for some great Christmas Shopping at The Festive Gift Fair open 9.30 - 17.00 from Thursday 17- Sunday 20 November, NEC.

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!

For more information on exhibitors and visiting the Fair, visit www.festivegiftfair.co.uk.

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.

Save money by booking in advance – adult tickets are just £8.50.

• 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

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Heart Felt Craft & Gifts is set at the Norwich Street entrance to the courtyard which leads through to Cowper Road Car Park, Dereham. In the cosy shop you will find an abundance of all things inspirational bright and beautiful for that perfect gift or to tempt you to treat yourself. There is something for everyone at individual affordable prices.

The choice of stock is constantly changing to ensure that the shop is fresh and interesting. You can be confident that in the run up to Christmas there will be plenty of new and different things to delight. Creations by local artisans such as Hazel Millington and Rachel Varney sit comfortably alongside branded designer names such as Gisela Graham and Heaven Sends. I am also delighted that

September saw the welcome addition of a wonderful collection of decorative wooden boxes, keepsakes and pictures

by Folkestone based East Of India. The wish-list service is fantastic for Christmas!

We keep a secure list of your favourite items, to which you give access to your family and friends to help them select just what you want to find in your stocking on Christmas morning! Just call in and register your list today.

So, whatever you’re shopping for this Christmas from jewellery to vintage photo frames, cushions or soft toys to hearts, garlands and decorations you will always find something to inspire.

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Christmas Is Coming!

The Green Dragon Won the Community Pub of the year for Wymondham & West for the 2nd year in a row thanks to our Customers and Staff for their support this year.

The Green Dragon Christmas menu will be available from 28th November until 23rd December, Mon - Fri and will be Prebooking only.

Below is the menu available. Our Christmas day menu is also available at £49.95 per person, please contact us for a pre-order form and a copy of the menu and we will get it out to you.

Starter Chunky Winter Vegetable Soup - Served with a Granary Cobbler Homemade Pork Terrine - Served with the Green Dragons own Tomato Chutney & Granary Toast Nest of Smoked Salmon Ribbons with Ricotta on a warm Bellini and served with fresh Clementine

Christmas Menu 3 courses £19.95 2 courses £16.95

Sautéed Wedges of Brie - Served in breadcrumbs with a Cranberry Dip and Granary Toast

Main Course Traditional Crown of Turkey - Served with Pig in blanket, Chestnut & Sausage-meat Stuffing, Crispy Roast Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables and a Rich Red Wine & Onion Gravy

Dessert Luxury Christmas Pudding

Slow-Roasted Lamb Shank in Claret & Rosemary - Served with a Leek Colcannon Mashed Potato and Seasonal Vegetables

Tart Au Citron

Baked Fillet of Sea Bass with a Wholegrain & Herb Crust - Served with Buttered New Potatoes, Curly Kale and Fine Beans, with a Balsamic Dressing

(All desserts can be served with Custard, Brandy Sauce, Cream, or Ice-Cream).

Easily Scaled Mont Blanc (Dark Choc, Chestnut Puree, Whipped Cream & Meringue)

Warm Orange Sponge & Chocolate Sauce

Wild Mushroom with Leek and Chestnut Crumble - Served in a Gorgonzola Cream Sauce, with a Parmesan Crust and Herb Buttered New Potatoes, Fine Beans & Baby Carrots

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Health, beauty & wellbeing BootCamp Fitness Wymondham Needs Recruits?

Kim Reader and Steve Cuviello are excited to bring BootCamp Fitness to Wymondham.

They will be offering 7 sessions per week, 3 early mornings outside @ Ketts Park (come rain or shine) and 4 sessions at Wymondham Martial Arts and Wellbeing centre. See below for the schedule and prices.

Both are passionate about fitness and helping people get fitter and believe that BootCamp fitness is a fantastic and cost effective way to boost your fitness, self esteem, motivation and to shed unwanted body fat. Steve is a Personal Fitness Trainer and Pilates Instructor and Kim is a qualified gym instructor, competitive runner and triathlete, competing regularly. They are qualified boot camp instructors, running coaches and members of REPS.

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WHAT IS A BOOT CAMP SESSION? The name BootCamp is used in the fitness industry to describe group fitness classes that are circuit based and promote fat loss, increased levels of fitness, muscular strength and endurance. They are designed to push people further than they may normally push themselves when exercising alone. Own bodyweight exercises like squats, lunges, planks and push ups are interspersed with running and competitive games. These really challenge and push each individual. Boot Camp is tough, challenging, motivating and FUN! Combining the natural motivation that comes from exercising with a group of like-minded people and the expertise of qualified boot camp instructors, regular sessions will see you get results. Sessions last approx. 50 mins, including a full dynamic warm up and post session stretching.

DO I NEED TO BE FIT TO DO BOOTCAMP? BootCamp works for most fitness levels from low to very high fitness levels as everyone trains at their own challenging pace. Each participant is required to complete a Physical Activity readiness Questionnaire prior to commencing and you may be required to gain permission from your G.P. We will screen each individual and you can discuss any concerns with us. Every exercise has a progression and a Regression. For example a Half Push up if you’re not ready for a full push up and power walking if you’re not ready yet to run.

SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL OFFER A fantastic opportunity for 3 individuals to have the 12 session package absolutely FREE. You must be serious about getting

fitter and want to lose more than 1 stone in body fat. To win this opportunity for you must be committed to training at the boot camps 12 times over a 4 week period and follow a healthy eating plan.

Please send an email to steve@ cuviellopersonalfitness.co.uk. We will assess your fitness at the start and end of the 4 week period. This offer is absolutely FREE to the 3 individuals selected. Please send an email and tell us a little about yourself and why you feel you would benefit the most from this excellent opportunity.

We look forward to hearing from you soon.

We will reply to all emails. Hope to see you soon. www.cuviellopersonalfitness.co.uk/ bootcamp.htm

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Why 5 A Day? Fruit and vegetables are part of a balanced diet and can help us stay healthy. That’s why it so important that we get enough of them.

5 A DAY highlights the health benefits of getting five 80g portions of fruit and vegetables every day. That’s 5 portions of fruit & veg altogether, not 5 portions of each.

Five Reasons To Get Five Portions • Fruit and vegetables taste delicious and there’s so much variety to choose from.

• They’re a good source of vitamins and minerals, including folate, vitamin C and potassium.

• They’re an excellent source of dietary fibre, which helps maintain a healthy gut and prevent constipation and other digestion problems. A diet high in fibre can also reduce your risk of bowel cancer.

• They can help reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke and some cancers.

• Fruit and vegetables contribute to a healthy and balanced diet.

Fruit and vegetables are also usually low in fat and calories (provided you don’t fry them or roast them in lots of oil). That’s

why eating them can help you maintain a healthy weight and keep your heart healthy.

With the Autumn upon us and the weather getting decidedly chilly, we have to start preparing our skin for the Seasons.

5 A DAY is based on advice from the World Health Organization, which recommends eating a minimum of 400g of fruit and vegetables a day to lower the risk of serious health problems, such as heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and obesity.

As most people will find during the change of the seasons your skin changes in appearance, texture, tone and even colour.

Taking a few easy steps you can prevent this from making what should be the party season of the year a stressful complexion hell.

To get the most benefit out of your 5 A DAY, your five portions should include a variety of fruit and vegetables.

Step 1: Prepare your skin correctly Cleanse, Tone and Moisturise morning and evening. Even if you don’t wear make-up your skin absorbs the dirt and grime from the environment, when you are out and about car fumes, weather elements even generally cooking and food smells all sit in the pores of the skin producing blocked pores.

This is because different fruits and vegetables contain different combinations of fibre, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients.

Almost all fruit and vegetables count towards your 5 A DAY. Potatoes and cassava don’t count because they mainly contribute starch to the diet.

For further information on 5 A Day visit www.nhs.uk

Nail Care Advice Most people seem to have a problem with nail growth: never growing, always snapping, dry and brittle. All these problems can be easily cured and prevented. With careful home maintenance and a little professional care you can have perfect nails all year round.

• Filing. Always file in one direction.Don’t saw at the nail or use a metal nail file.

• Apply a base coat for your specific nail type. Nails are made of Keratin, the same product as hair, you would always buy shampoo for your hair type, so why not buy base coats for your nail type?

Skincare For The Season Change

• Apply hand cream. This provides protection against dry skin and nourishes the nail plate bringing fresh nutrients to the skin and nails.

• Have regular professional Manicures.

In the long run, this can be the most cost effective way of helping keep your nails in the best possible condition.

Step 2: Exfoliation Gently exfoliating your skin once or twice a week with help remove dead skin cells giving a brighter, fresh look to what can be dull lifeless skin this time of year. Our skin goes into shock this time of year… we start blasting it with car heating, then jump outside and blast it with bitter cold air, then back in door s to our centrally heated homes.

Step 3: Rich Moisturiesr This will give the skin a fighting chance in prevention of harsh dry unsightly patches which as women we instinctively try and cover up with more make-up eventually making them more visable.

Best Skin Care Routine Step 1: Cleansing Cleansing should be done twice daily, using a gentle, fragrance-free cleanser. Always use your hands instead of a washcloth.

Washcloths can harbour bacteria and they’re too rough for sensitive skin. Skin shouldn’t be “squeaky clean” but should have some natural oils left behind.

Step 2: Toning A good toner will remove any excess dirt or makeup left behind by your cleanser, the proof is in the cotton pad. It’s also a step too many women skip in their skincare routine. Regular use will refine and minimize pores and make skin feel fresh.

Step 3: Moisturising Next to staying out of the sun, moisturising is the best step towards keeping skin

looking young. If you don’t have problem skin use a lightweight moisturiser. In fall or winter, you might want to switch over to something a little more substantial, but for the summer something light is best.

Moisturiser should be applied twice a day.

Step 4: Scrub/Exfoliate Exfoliating is a step that can be done about once a week.

Sloughing off dead skin cells will reveal younger, smoother skin beneath the surface. Use a skincare brush.

You can use it with whatever cleanser is your favourite. The oscillating brush buffs skin to a healthy glow, but a good scrubbing cleanser or pad will also do the trick.

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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.

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NBR Scooter Brokers

Westfield House Westfield House is a registered care home for people suffering from Dementia. The home is able to accept both private and social services funded residents and is staffed by a dedicated and highly trained team.

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

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

• Powerchairs

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

• Adjustable beds

• Rise & recline armchairs

• Bathlifts • 3 & 4 wheel walkers

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

A majority of the 14 bedrooms have en- suite facilities. All bedrooms are furnished to a very high standard and residents are encouraged to bring in their own personal belongings to make it more like home.

The Home provides a range of assisted bathrooms, showers and accompanying mobility aids. The Home also has a spacious lounge and conservatory both offering large flat screen televisions.

Meal times are an important part of the day and Westfield House offers a full choice of daily menus. A balanced and nutritious diet is offered with emphasis placed on fresh homemade meals. Hot and cold drinks and a range of snacks are available throughout the day. The homes menu is created by discussions between the residents and staff.

Westfield House is owned and professionally managed by Norfolk based company Black Swan International Limited that owns and manages 10 care homes in Norfolk and Essex. They are an experienced care operator that prides itself in putting residents needs and feelings first. It has a vast amount of knowledge within the industry and is extremely flexible in its approach to dealing with everyday living.

The dignity and independence of each resident is promoted within all of the Company’s Care Homes.

The Home has a dedicated full time Activities Co ordinator in which activities are organised and held for all residents on a daily basis.

These are led by resident’s requests and families suggestions and have included

For more information, to request a brochure or to arrange a visit please contact Westfield House on 01362 697828 or visit our website: www.blackswan.co.uk.

• Attendant and self propelled wheelchairs Apart from selling, they also offer a hire service, together with repairs, servicing and insurance work.

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

cinema afternoons, arts and crafts, external entertainment, quizzes and reminisce based events. Resident’s parties are organised on a regular basis and at all times the Home believes in maintaining social interaction between residents, their families and friends.

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CARING FOR THE ELDERLY York House

Able Community Care

Is A Care Home For Elderly Men And Women. Who wish to live in pleasant surroundings with the benefit of 24 hour care.

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

The Home is able to accept both private and social services funded residents and is staffed by a dedicated and highly trained team.

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:

York House has recently completed an extensive extension and refurbishment.

The majority of the 38 bedrooms have en suite facilities. All bedrooms are furnished to a very high standard and residents are encouraged to bring in their own personal belongings to make it more like a home.

The Home provides a range of assisted bathrooms, showers and accompanying mobility aids. The Home also has two very spacious lounges both offering large flat screen

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televisions. The dining room is light and airy offering a full choice of daily menus.

A balanced and nutritious diet is offered with emphasis placed on fresh homemade meals. Hot and cold drinks and a range of snacks are available throughout the day. The homes menu is created by discussions between the residents and staff.

Activities and residents parties are organised and held on a regular basis.

“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.”

York House is owned and professionally managed by Norfolk based company Black Swan International Limited that owns and manages 10 care homes in Norfolk and Essex.

“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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So here at Dispatch we’ve found a way to help everyone cut a little off their costs each month, and as they say, every little helps!

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Remember, cut out “Your Local Vouchers” and save a little every month!

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PunctureSafe Punture preventative and tyre life extender.

Puncturesafe is a liquid polymer gel, which is injected inside the tyre and helps prevent flat tyres.

Puncturesafe is installed in minutes through the tyre valve and without having to remove the wheels. With the movement of the vehicle Puncturesafe will completely coat the inner surface of the tyre with a thin uniform coating. Once installed, Puncturesafe is then on guard sealing any

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

• Reduce porosity and under-inflation which causes excessive heat build-up leading to reduced tyre life.

• Control most blow outs.

A single Puncturesafe treatment will:

For further information on Puncturesafe contact your local installer - Peter Gregson Tel: 07952 569896 or 01379 669060 or visit www.puncturesafe-suffolk.co.uk

• Improve fuel economy • Permanently seal punctures caused by objects up to 6mm in diameter, providing there is no structural damage to the tyre.

• Help the inner tyre run cooler which helps extend tyre life

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