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£250 For PACT Animal Sanctuary

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WYMONDHAM David Turner Says Goodbye To Wymondham Station After 23 years trading at Wymondham Station, David Turner, proprietor of The Brief Encounter Restaurant, has reluctantly decided to leave the business in order to begin a well-earned retirement.

Above: Actress Virginia McKenna joined David Turner at the Brief Encounter Restaurant in 2007. “I can’t pretend that this has been an easy decision” said Mr Turner, “but I feel that the time is right to let go. Although we had quite a successful summer last year, nobody would pretend that trading conditions are easy in the current economic climate, especially for those of us in the leisure and

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tourism sectors. My lease on the buildings here is due for renewal very shortly and I’m not getting any younger, so this seemed like the right time to take a step back.”

that I have always loved trains, so I gradually set about bringing the station back to life using proceeds from my piano business” Mr Turner explained.

Mr Turner continued: “I would like to thank our many customers for their support and to pay tribute to my own staff, some of whom have given many years of loyal service and have themselves contributed so much towards building the business to become widely recognised as one of the very best of it’s type in the country.”

“I managed to get permission to remove seating and other items from old railway carriages to help create ‘Brief Encounter’. Now, 23 years on, and with us having won a string of both local and national awards, I feel proud of the role that I have played inmaking Wymondham Station such an important gateway to the town and surrounding area.” “I’m pleased to say that a catering business will be retained here at Wymondham Station under the new ownership, and that although I’m

“People said I was mad when I took on these buildings. They were almost derelict and threatened with demolition. But I replied

supposedly retiring, I will be continuing with my piano tuning activities. I’m also intending to devote much more time to my garden and to my support for Wymondham Abbey and my home village of Ashwellthorpe” said Mr Turner. The Brief Encounter Restaurant currently remains open daily, with the new owners, who are developing exciting plans for the future, expected to take over in mid-February. Also based at Wymondham Station, Station Taxis and the Nailway Beauty Salon are both continuing to trade normally alongside the part-time railway ticket sales point, operated by National Express East Anglia.

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WYMONDHAM News

Babies And Toddlers Get Moving!!

Police Snap Meeting Police and partner agencies are inviting people in Wymondham to a meeting where they can help suggest ways in which their neighbourhood can be improved.

Let Mini Monkey Gym help your babies and toddlers to get moving!! Research shows that growing babies and toddlers benefit from opportunities to strengthen and develop key muscles, to learn how their body works and to learn about their own physical capabilities. Our 4 stage professionally developed Mini Monkey Gym programme uses unique soft playgym obstacle courses on a completely matted area offering babies and toddlers the opportunity to progress physically in a fun and safe environment. Our song times, parachute play and colourful prop play enhance our programme and promote language and cognitive development as well as social interaction. Our specialised programme begins with our unique Baby Sensory class (newborn-6 mths), which incorporates fun sensory and movement activities,

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giving babies the opportunity to strengthen their bodies and explore a sensory environment. A great way to meet new mums/dads, have fun and bond with your baby! Babies then ‘graduate’ to Little Monkeys, (6 mths-18 mths), and progress by crawling over, under, and through varied soft equipment, pulling up to standing independently and becoming steady walkers. Next to challenge your active toddler, our Cheeky Monkey class (18 mths-3yrs) offers toddlers the opportunity to develop their physical abilities by jumping, balancing, rolling, climbing and running. Classes are held at the UEA Sportspark, Norwich on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. For more information or to book your FREE trial class please contact Penny: 07917 872205 Email:info@minimonkeygym.co.uk www.minimonkeygym.co.uk

Members of the public are welcome to attend the meeting, meet team members from the local police and council and raise any concerns they may have. Following consultation, the panel made up of representatives from the police, South Norfolk District Council and other partner agencies will then decide on the priorities for all partners to act to act

Penny Holbrook Founder of Mini Monkey Gym, Nursery Nurse with over 16 years experience, mum of Jemima, 3 years.

upon for the next four months. The last priorities that the South Norfolk Action Panel (SNAP) chose to focus on for the four month period were: • Underage drinking in the town. • The appearance of the Ayton Road/ Browick Road junction. The next SNAP meeting will be held on Wednesday 23 February 2011 at 7pm at The Studio, Wymondham High School please use the Norwich Road entrance.

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The Green Dragon The Green Dragon will be serving their valentines menu on the evening of Monday 14th February. Extended opening hours for this evening will be 5.30pm – 9pm. Starters Jerusalem Artichoke & 3 Herb Soup, with Garlic Croutons Seared Kebabs of Tiger Prawns and Crayfish, on a Salad of Smoked Salmon and Fresh Mango, with a Sesame & Lime Dressing Spears of Asparagus wrapped in Crispy Smoked Bacon, with Roasted Figs Mains Slow Roasted Shoulder of Pork, with an Apricot, Garlic & Rosemary forcemeat, served with a Red Onion Mash and Baby Glazed Carrots

V – Creamy Wild Mushroom and Baby Leek Mille Feuille, served with Lyonnaise Crushed Potatoes and Vine Cherry Tomato & Torn Basil Sauce V – Chive, Ricotta & Spinach Cannelloni, on a rich Vegetable and Tomato Ragu, served with Pesto Toasts and Wild Leaf and Avocado Salad Char-Grilled Haunch of Venison with Game Chips, topped with a Portobello Mushroom stuffed with Creamy melting Stilton Dessert White Chocolate Crème Brûlée Rich Dark Chocolate and Cherry Tart

Peppered Breast of Gressingham Duck, with Dauphinoise Potatoes, Braised Smokey Red Cabbage and a Cassis Jus 12oz Char-Grilled Sirloin Steak, served with Chips, Roasted Tomato, Mushroom, Onion Rings and Salad Garnish Pan-Fried Fillet of Turbot on a Mussel, Chive and Lemon Risotto, with Parmesan Crisps

Strawberry Shortcake stack, with Passion Fruit Coulis

The Green Dragon has an ever changing specials board therefore you are guaranteed a wide range of homemade dishes to choose from and with 40 single malts behind the bar you may be spoilt for choice! The great cask-conditioned ales and extensive wine list can be enjoyed with a meal or on their own if you’re looking for a quiet drink with friends. They hold regular Beer and Whiskey Festivals throughout the year. The Green Dragon offers a very relaxed, cosy, traditional pub atmosphere with no Juke Box, Games Machines or Pool Tables just background music and local tales of their secret underground passage to the Abbey. Liked by people of all ages and walks of life, everyone, including “Muddy Boots” and our “four legged friends” are made to feel welcome at the Green Dragon, where travellers’ tales, meets local gossip...

Coffee and Cardamom Zabaglione with Chocolate Shavings Set Menu Price £25.00 per person Please book your table and choices to avoid disappointment.

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Established Funeral Services Open New Funeral Home Long established Funeral Directors, R J Bartram & Son Funeral Service are pleased to inform you that they have opened a new branch in the Hethersett to meet the demand from their clients.

Above: R J Bartram & Son’s new premises at Hethersett Manager Eirlys Johnson says “A funeral is an important and precious day for the family. Our aim is to leave them with memories of the day that give them some comfort and the thought that the funeral they arranged for their loved one, couldn’t have been any better.” R J Bartram & Son Funeral Service are pleased to be able to provide this caring service from their new funeral home in Great Melton Road, which has spacious

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facilities and their own reserved parking for clients. Eirlys continues “At R J Bartram & Son Funeral Service, helping people at a time of grief and sadness is a privilege and duty. We have the experience to understand the needs of those we serve and we provide a personal, knowledgeable and dignified service.” “We are dedicated to carrying out our duties with integrity and care and will help you consider all the options. We respect all faiths, creeds and customs and strive for the highest possible professional standards.” For more information, please contact Stephen Kemp at: R J Bartram & Son Funeral Service, 41 Great Melton Road, Hethersett NR9 3AB Telephone: 01603 812 016

J & S Homeworks During this wet and windy season your gutters could be blocked & overflowing. Check Round Your Property For Damage. The wintry weather can cause damage to your gutters, which in turn can cause damp patches on the external walls. Felt could also be damaged and water may be getting into your loft. If you detect any of these faults, give J & S Homeworks a call. Gutters can easily become blocked by leaves, feathers, dirt and debris blown into them. Once a gutter becomes blocked, rainwater will flow directly off the roof onto the walls and windows of your home, as well as onto access paths. Seriously neglected gutters often have weeds growing in them, adding to the problem. Water constantly overflowing from blocked gutters damages bricks and mortar and can

cause extensive damp on the outside and mould on the inside of your house as it is absorbed by the bricks, making even the most beautiful of homes appear unsightly. J & S Homeworks can bring your UPVC back to its original condition again. Our Fascia and Soffit Cleaning service really can make a difference to the look and feel of your properties exterior and help to keep it in good condition. The cleaning products we use are specifically designed to effectively and thoroughly clean exterior surfaces. We offer a 3 stage payment scheme (T&Cs apply). Call Jason of J&S Homeworks on 01953 458087 or 07747 847606 for a free no obligation quote.

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Norfolk Parent Partnership Supporting parents and carers of children with special educational needs in Norfolk. Do you have a child with special educational needs and would find it helpful to talk to people who understand about education issues? Would you like to volunteer to support parents and carers with their child’s education? Want to know more? Norfolk Parent Partnership offer impartial, neutral and accurate advice to parents of children with special educational needs. We give support for educational issues which includes offering: • Confidential telephone support • User-friendly information • Putting parents in touch with others who can help • A volunteer Independent Parental Supporter (IPS) to help with forms, go to meetings, explain procedures etc. We support parents over the telephone, by email or through our team of trained and mentored volunteers. Our aims are to work together to support parents to be fully involved in their child’s education, to understand the wording, processes and procedures which we know can be very

daunting. A good relationship between parents, schools and the Local Authority benefits everybody, ultimately and most importantly, it benefits our children. Our volunteers help parents with any issues relating to their child’s education including understanding reports, preparing and going to meetings, guiding through the paperwork around a Statement of Special Educational Needs and generally explaining procedures and choices. This is done by working together, supporting to move forward, giving our parents the confidence and understanding they need to benefit their children. Norfolk Parent Partnership covers the whole of Norfolk and has volunteers supporting across the county. We also ensure parents views are represented and influence local and national policy and practice. We have a steering group which includes people from voluntary groups, Children’s Services (Education and Social Care) and health professionals. Together we plan the services we provide to parents and carers in Norfolk.

Would you like to become involved and have your say about what is happening with educational issues for children with special needs in Norfolk? We will be organising a parental focus group to put parent’s views across. If you have used our service and would like to learn more please get in touch.

in Attleborough, and in the autumn on the 14th September in Norwich. Our volunteers are mentored into the role and have ongoing support and training from the team and outside agencies.

We have received lots of positive comments from parents about our service including:

Email us on: parent.partnership@norfolk.gov.uk

‘Now I feel I can cope’ ‘Our IPS explained so we understood, the support has been fantastic’ ‘I felt very supported whereas before I felt totally alone’

You can contact Norfolk Parent Partnership on 01603 704070

Find more information on our website: www.norfolkparentpartnership.org.uk Together we can make a real difference to children with Special Educational Needs and their families.

A training course for volunteers wanting to become Independent Parental Supporters runs every spring and autumn. It is an accredited course with the Open College Network and takes place over 6 Thursdays, 9.30am3.30pm. The next two courses are in the spring starting on 17th February

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A.C. Washing Machines Unique Building Raises £250 for PACT Supplies Animal Sanctuary Unique Building Supplies (Norfolk) Ltd are pleased to announce the opening of our new kitchen and bathroom showroom.

A.C. Washing Machines of Wymondham would like to thank all customers for their support throughout December in helping them to raise £250 for the PACT Animal Sanctuary. As promised £5 was donated to the Sanctuary from every product purchased over £200 in December. PACT rescues, rehabilitates and rehomes after home checks, where possible, all species seeking help. PACT rescues injured wildlife and fledglings and if they cannot be released, they live the rest of their lives in a secure wildlife site at the sanctuary. There is a dedicated therapy centre at the sanctuary where people can interact with the animals. Since the recession started PACT have struggled to raise the £600 every day which is needed to care for the animals. Donations are down 40% and unwanted animals up by 50%. Everybody it seems wants to give up their animals and PACT, as all other

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rescue centres, are full to overflowing. PLEASE help by sending a donation and receive regular newsletters from the sanctuary. Visit www.pactsanctuary.org or phone 01362 820775.

Since opening the new depot at Eleven Mile Lane, Suton in May our collection trade has grown tremendously. With the opening of the branch on a Saturday morning since early summer Unique has been a regular call for both trade and public who require anything in the building line from plumbing to DIY. The opening of the showroom will further enhance our position as a one stop shop for all building needs and a warm welcome will be given to all customers, new and old. Managing Director, Andy Nicholls, explains “We have expanded again in 2010 with the developments at our Eleven Mile Lane site as well as opening of a new depot at Stalham, our turnover has increased to £6,500,000 which further enhances our position as South Norfolk’s fastest growing independent builders merchant;- being totally

independent means we care about our service, customers and reputation, all of which are key factors to our business.” “We wish all our customers, new and old, a healthy and prosperous New Year.”

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Local Funeral Director Rosedale Wins Top Accolade Rosedale Funeral Home has been named one of the UK’s best funeral directors by the Good Funeral Guide. be very difficult because they all look pretty much the same. However they’re not. Some, a precious few, are truly outstanding, and Rosedale is one of them.

Above: Rosedale Directors Anne & Simon Beckett-Allen In its review of Rosedale the Good Funeral Guide says: “An outstandingly well run family business, highly professional but, top of the list, you’ll find here an exceptional focus on people. Quiet, kind, capable and utterly sincere. Good value for money, too.” Charles Cowling, author of the Good Funeral Guide says: “To almost anyone charged with the task of arranging a funeral, choosing a funeral director can

“The Good Funeral Guide has recommended only those funeral directors who meet the most stringent criteria. Some of them are highly traditional, others decidedly alternative. Rosedale has been chosen because the staff abide by the highest professional standards, offer all the choices available, provide outstanding personal service, give clients all the time they need and represent superb value for money. For far too long the work of funeral directors like Rosedale has gone unrecognised by all but a lucky few. People want to do their very best for their loved ones when they die. They deserve the very best funeral director.” Rosedale Directors Anne & Simon Beckett-Allen say, “We are so proud to have been recognised in this way. Rosedale often receive recognition for the work we do promoting environmentally friendly funerals and also for the resources we provide for bereaved children, but this

accolade recognises the work that our staff do day in, day out, ensuring every family we look after is given the care and attention they need, and every funeral we arrange is special.”

For further information about Rosedale Funeral Home go to www.rosedalefuneralhome.co.uk or to read the full review go to www.goodfuneralguide.co.uk

Wymondham Lions Charity Swim 2010 Cheque presentation. Anglia’s Children’s Hospices) a cheque for £4000.00.

Above: Lion John Wilde, Claire LeLievre and Wymondham Lions Pesident Derek Fripp presenting the cheque At their January business meeting Wymondham Lions were proud to present Claire LeLievre from EACH (East

This fantastic amount was raised following our two charity swims in October last year. Once again this years swim’s will take place in October with further details to follow soon.(For more information of the next event please contact Lion John wilde at wymondhamlions@live.co.uk) Once again Wymondham Lions would like to thank all who took part our supported us with these events.

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Wymondham Arts Centre Maz Jackson New Egg Tempera Work Launches Wymondham Arts Centre’s Third Season. Maz Jackson, international Norfolk artist, is staging a solo exhibition of new work, featuring her surreal egg tempera gilded paintings and sculptures and woodcut prints, to launch Wymondham Arts Centre’s third season at Becket’s Chapel. The exhibition runs from Saturday, March 19 to Sunday, April 10; open Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm and Sunday 12noon to 5pm, free entry, www.wymondhamarts.com. Maz Jackson was born in Norfolk, brought up in New Buckenham and lives and works in East Harling. She has been a full-time professional artist all her working life. Her paintings are in permanent gallery collections in Beijing, Bologna, Florence and the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit, USA. As well as Wymondham Arts Centre, her 2011 schedule includes exhibitions in Barcelona, Bologna and a solo show at the Basilica di San Lorenzo, Florence. She will also be representing the UK for the fifth time at the Florence Biennale in December. The Wymondham exhibition will be an early opportunity to buy examples of her new work. Maz Jackson said: “I am very pleased that

Wymondham Art’s Centre invited me to launch its 2011 season. It is wonderful to be revealing my new work so close to home, as I draw much of my inspiration from the Norfolk countryside. It is also heart-warming to get recognition in my own ‘backyard’.”

them was an intense religious experience. I feel that my own work is a similar spiritual journey. I am very respectful of the pure pigments that I use from all over the world, as well as the Norfolk oak that is the ‘canvas’ for my paintings.”

Maz’s egg tempera work is intensely colourful and full of spiritual imagery. Doves flying with mystical hooded eyes, along with female and male symbols and the swirling waters of life, encourage the viewer to consider the balance in their own lives as well as the world that we inhabit.

“A childhood of visiting the region’s churches and cathedrals with my father introduced me to these traditions, that also influence my sense of colour and technique,” added Maz Jackson. “It is therefore apt that this exhibition takes place in Becket’s Chapel, where these methods would have been employed by medieval craftsmen.”

“My mother came from Ireland and my father was a New Buckenham grocer,” explained Maz Jackson. “I have always loved colour and feel that this comes from my Irish background, as well as being intrigued by the colourful international goods that were sold in my father’s shop and being inspired by the beautiful Norfolk countryside.” “Egg tempera is an ancient method,” continued Maz Jackson, “going back as far as cave paintings and championed by early Christian icon painters. Painting for

In addition to using Norfolk oak, Maz also buys her eggs locally from Molly’s Free Range Eggs in nearby Quidenham. All other materials including pigments and specialist brushes are purchased from Norwich Art Supplies in St. Benedicts. Professor Arthur Lucas, Chairman of Wymondham Arts Centre’s steering group, said: “We are very excited that Maz Jackson is staging the first exhibition of Wymondham Arts Centre’s third season. She has a very busy international schedule, and we are fortunate that March is a time that suits her. Our visitors will have an early opportunity to see new work prepared for her 2011 shows. We will be able to compare her approaches to imagery in different media, because as well as the classic techniques of egg tempera deployed in her distinctive way, she is including hand-pulled woodcut prints, drawings and watercolours.” 2011 Programme – in most cases shows open on the Tuesday of the (first) week of the exhibition, with Monday being changeover day. Check www. wymondhamarts.com for details.

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Week Commencing 11, 18 April Spring Show – open submission 25 April, 2 May Wild Norfolk - invited artists South Norfolk Artists 9, 16 May 23 May Umbrella – Norfolk group of professional artists 30 May Pomegranate – exploring ideas inspired by Becket’s Chapel 6 June Ceramics – invited studio potters and figurative ceramicists 13 June Guy Wilkinson solo show 20 June Photographer Suzie Long curates work by regional photographers 27 June, 4 July Wymondham Junior and Primary Schools show 11 July Wymondham High School show 18, 25 July Recent Art School graduates and advanced students 1 Aug Wymondham Art Society annual exhibition 8, 15 Aug Paintings, prints and ceramics by Kerry Buck, Liz Mace, Mark Yardley and Clare Cummins 22, 29 Aug S.L.A.S.H – five local artists present paintings, sculpture & photography Art textiles 5 Sept Iceni Botanical Artists 12 Sept 19, 26 Sept An invited show emphasising sculpture Barry Watkins solo show 3, 10 Oct 31 Oct Graham Johnston solo show Celebrating the Crafts 7, 14 Nov

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Hethersett Old Hall School

New Year Bathroom Makeover

The Junior and Pre-Prep departments were serenaded by harpist Ms Rebecca Witts at the beginning of this term.

Well another New Year has crept up on us and that all important home project you have been contemplating about for sometime has yet to be sorted.

Ms Witts brought two harps to show the pupils, one of which weighed a mighty thirteen stone and stood over six feet tall! A few pupils had the chance to play a couple of chords of ‘Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star’.

Close To You A tribute to The Carpenters When: Friday 11th March 2011 Where: The Central Hall, Back Lane, Wymondham Time: 7.30pm Tickets are £10 with profits going to the East Anglian Air Ambulance. Tickets are available from The Book Fountain, Wartons Court, Wymondham and Reeves, 2 Market Street, Wymondham or call 01953 600563.

The pupils commented; “It was scary having a go because of how big and heavy the harp was and because I was playing in front of lots of people. The coloured strings really helped.” The strings, made from metal and gut, are coloured to make it easier to distinguish between notes. Ms Witts started playing the harp at the age of eleven and has now played for fifteen years, owning a total of six harps. Harp lessons are offered to any interested pupils from Year 3 to Year 13.

Whether it’s that tired looking en-suite in need of a change or a complete newly designed and installed bathroom revamp that you have longed for over the years, Supreme Bathrooms at Wymondham is the place to visit. A local family business established since 1998 who are bigger enough to cope but smaller enough to care, means they can take care of everything under one roof. With an enormous array of bathrooms and showers on display for your perusal, experienced staff and their own car park does not take a lot to realise that Supreme is a safe bet to start the ball rolling and get something started.

Supreme Bathrooms will carry out all plumbing and tiling work, flooring and electrical work to create that possibly once in a lifetime dream bathroom. Visit their showroom and ask for your free no obligation survey which will mean a short home visit to measure up and view all possibilties before drawing up a plan and quotation for you to view. You may also visit our website www.supremebathroomcentre.co.uk where you can view all products and pictures of bathrooms already fitted.

From the initial planning and design service through to the installation service with their own experienced bathroom fitters, means all aspects are covered from taps & tiles to suites and showers, even the final accessories can be supplied and fitted.

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How Do I Select Colours For My Rooms That Work? As colour specialists we at Dulux Design service know a little about choosing colour. Here are a few handy tips from your local Dulux interior designer Steve Lait. Next you need to consider moods, to help you Dulux has labelled it’s stripe cards into 4 categories - Rich, Fresh, Warm and Calm all you need to do is select the atmosphere you want.” “With over 15,000 Dulux colours to select from, making the right choice can sometimes seem overwhelming. So let’s keep it simple, first begin by selecting a start colour and looking at the existing colours in the room (top tip, take a good look at the existing furniture and pictures that are going to stay in the room).

Colour wheel link www.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Color_wheel

There are three main ways to plan your colours:

The Dulux Design Service can help create a fresh new interior at any time of year. With the colour expertise you’d expect, the Dulux Designers aren’t tied to any brand so they can source a fantastic range of fabrics, furniture, flooring, lighting and accessories.

Tonal - select main colour and then a shade from the same colour strip, mid tone for the walls and darker for the doors and features. Harmonising - select colours from strip cards next to or near each other. Contrasting colour scheme - these are colours opposite to each other on a colour wheel and can be striking and dramatic.

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Stephen Lait based in Norfolk is an experienced interior designer with over 10 year’s practical experience; he undertakes residential, commercial and property development projects.

Readers interested in finding out more about the Dulux Design Service should visit www.duluxdesignservice.co.uk or call 0845 880 6888 to arrange a free initial meeting with their local designer.

Norfolk & Suffolk Power Flushing Any of these symptoms in my advert could indicate that your central heating system had problems from internal corrosion, rust, sludge & scale. A power flush can restore circulation and efficiency to your central heating system by removing these products. The process involves connecting a power flushing pump to the existing central heating pump valves, or across the tails of a radiator. Specialist chemicals are then pumped around the heating system to loosen and mobilise

the unwanted debris. Each radiator is then individually flushed clean, an inhibitor is added to prevent further corrosion. The process is done with minimal disruption. For more information on for a free no obligation quote, ring Paul on (01508) 532671 or 07879 414197.

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Mike Pender’s Searchers Top Tips For New Runners Mike is the original voice of The Searchers. When: Friday 1th April 2011 Where: The Central Hall, Back Lane, Wymondham Time: 7.30pm

Tickets are £15 with profits going to the

East Anglian Air Ambulance.

Tickets are available from The Book Fountain, Wartons Court, Wymondham and Reeves, 2 Market Street, Wymondham or call 01953 600563.

Artichoke Re-Opens We would like to apologise to those of you who tried to come to our warehouse clearance sale at the beginning of January and had a wasted journey. Unfortunately just before Christmas we had a burst water pipe and had to close the shop at Hackford for almost a month. We are however now back on track and extending our sale until the end of February so please come to see us and at the same time bag some fantastic bargains. PRICES START AT £10!!! Can we stress that these items are not flood damaged but are bits and bobs left over from a very busy year in our mobile shop. We are also busily restocking with

spring clothing, handbags and jewellery. Great casuals from Alice Collins, big bright totes from Lulu Australia, jeans and jackets from Oscar B and great jewellery from Dante should all be arriving in February. We hope to see you soon. Sarah, Andrea and the rest of The Artichoke Team

The beauty of running is that there are very few needs; all you’ll ever really need is you, a pair of running shoes and some discipline. Here are a few basics to get you started. Your First Run When starting out as a new runner it is recommended that you pace yourself until your body gets used to your new sport. Begin with a decent warm up of five to fifteen minutes fast walking and then try and run at a steady pace for five minutes. After this, if you feel breathless then slow down and walk for two minutes before picking up your speed again and running at a steady pace for an additional five minutes. Maintain this sequence a few more times, before walking for ten minutes as a cool off. In future sessions increase the length of the running intervals as well as reducing recovery time in-between.

When you run you need to have a somewhat straight back, be bending forward slightly from the waist and look straight ahead. You should move your legs in an almost cycling manner, making sure you keep your feet pointing in the direction you are running for the most efficient stride. Building an efficient running style will make running a lot easier in the long run. At Wynsport we stock a wide range of running shoes and clothing.

Technique Focusing on running technique in the initial stages is very important, learning proper running posture and form early on will be a lot easier than having to adjust your technique when you are stuck in your ways.

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Anglia Computer Solutions

New Season: New Garden: New Lifestyle

Anglia Computer Solutions Ltd has three branches, Wymondham, Swaffham and Downham Market.

If you’re dreading the thought of Spring with its emergence of weeds and heavy gardening chores, why not consider a new landscaped garden to improve your lifestyle.

Due to its continued success the Downham Market branch is currently expanding to offer more products and better services. The company’s main focus is on sales and repairs. All shops are stocked up with a PC or Laptop for everybody. Whether its a basic reconditioned unit to go on the internet and writes letters for £149 or a full HD 17” Laptop with the new I3 processors for £449 we have something for everyone. Each shop is stocked with a large range of both original and compatible inks and keeps all varieties of hardware, accessories and peripherals. Act Fast! After Christmas money is always tight and that’s why it’s important make sure your computer keeps healthy and doesn’t break down causing another big bill.... Don’t put off virus warnings. Nine times out of ten if a virus is dealt with quickly it can be removed without causing too many problems, if it is left then usually more follow and the computer gets infested leading to having to wipe the entire lot and start again. Virus removals start from as

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little as £10 so don’t delay get it done as soon as possible. If your computer starts making strange noises then they need to be addressed, if a fan is not working correctly the machine can overheat, if he hard drive starts clicking it could fail and you could lose everything. Again both issues are cheap and fast to resolve, but if left can be costly and you could loose your data. Is Your Computer Slow? Don’t just throw it away and replace, talk to us. Sometimes a replacement is needed but others a clean up and upgrade could have you running again lightening fast. Computers are a bit like sponges they absorb data and information and sometimes they just need a good clean out to operate efficiently again. Get a quote from us today! Can’t Get To Us? We Will Come To You! Our engineers cover all of East Anglia. Whatever your fault we are here to help.

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

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dereham Residents With Long-Term Health Conditions To Benefit From Free Online Courses Launching In Norfolk Expert Patients Programme Community Interest Company (EPP CIC) commissioned by NHS Norfolk are delivering free online courses for people who live with a long-term health condition or chronic illness to help them manage their condition more effectively. exacerbated in cold weather - are being urged to resist the temptation to forget about their health over the festive period and act now to ensure they start their new year off on the right track. Derek Clarke, Norfolk Contract Manager at the Expert Patients Programme, said: “Living with a long-term health condition can cause depression, pain and low confidence – it can also affect relationships with friends and family – but this needn’t be the case. With the cold weather set to remain, residents across Norfolk with long-term conditions – many of which can be

“The EPP online course is designed to improve quality of life, reduce feelings of isolation and depression, improve eating

habits, improve relationships, reduce visits to health care professionals and help people learn to self-manage their illness.” The free, internet-based course, which is running for the first time in Norfolk, runs with up to 20 people at a time, who log on 2-3 times a week for a total of two hours. The course runs for six weeks with an extra two weeks of time at the end to allow people time to revisit or update their sessions or use the many tools the course gives them access to. People accessing the course don’t need to be online at the same time; they can log on at anytime, anywhere, during the course. Each week, they enter the online learning centre, which covers topics which will help them make plans and look at ways to solve problems they may have in relation to their long-term condition. Two trained online course tutors can offer support and advice and respond to posts that appear each week in the discussion area. Michaela Trett, Contract Manager - Third Sector at NHS Norfolk, said: “Supporting residents with long-term conditions and enabling people to take greater control

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of their own health is a priority for us, which is why we are so keen that local residents take up this opportunity. “At NHS Norfolk we’re offering the online course in order to give as many people as possible the opportunity to take part in the Expert Patients Programme. With it being accessible online, not only is it flexible for those people who are out at work during the day to take part at a time convenient to them, it is also particularly useful for those people who are less mobile or have severe pain as they can take part in the comfort of their own home and still benefit from the tools and techniques that are on offer.” People living with long-term health conditions who feel they would benefit from taking part in online courses should call Freephone 0800 783 8944, email info@eppcic.co.uk or visit www.expertpatients.co.uk. Bookings are now being taken for courses starting in February 2011 and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Selling Off Garden Land By W F Smith and Co Consultant Roger Sharp. get your land “released”. It might not be possible and you might need to apply to the Lands Tribunal.

Above: Roger Sharp Nowadays houses are built with small garden areas and many people with older houses consider selling off part of their large plots for development. Not only can some capital be raised but also, in highly desirable areas, the market value of the original house is not much affected. If you are considering doing this, there are some very important issues to bear in mind. Firstly you need to look at your own deeds. There might be a restrictive covenant preventing you from putting up another house. If this is the case you would need to involve the original builder and possibly also your neighbours to

Then of course there are the planning laws. Planning permission will be needed for the development. You will, at the very least, have to get outline permission to stand a realistic chance of selling at a profit. The services of an architect or planning consultant will be needed to deal adequately with the local authority’s requirements. Some people sell off part of the garden and remain in the original house. Other people sell the old house and build a new one for themselves on the former garden land. Whichever is chosen there are some essential legal issues to bear in mind. A right of way will be needed (perhaps a shared access) from the highway. Provisions are needed to ensure that obligations of repair and maintenance are fairly shared. How are services to be supplied? Rights will need to be in place to ensure both new sites can be adequately supplied with all services.

Are pipes, cables, sewers and drains to be shared? If so it is important that there are provisions for joint maintenance and repair. Service rights must cover (1) the right to excavate and lay services on the neighbouring land (2) a separate right to use the pipes etc and (3) the right to enter the neighbour’s land to carry out repair work. The requirements of the service provider have to be borne in mind. In a recent case a right to lay services over a neighbour’s land was not enough for EDF which needed a separate right, in its favour, to lay cables across that land. Since there was no obligation on the neighbour to provide such a right, electricity could not be supplied to the claimant’s property.

• Not to build other than strictly in accordance with a specific planning permission. • To maintain certain boundaries. The need for rights and covenants differs with each property. The documentation needs to be “tailormade” for each case. A solicitor’s help is essential to getting it right.

You also need to consider imposing your own covenants on the land you sell off. Examples would be: • Only one house in the occupation of one family. • Not to do anything that would be a nuisance or annoyance. • Not to obstruct accesses or shared drains.

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Youth Council Kicks Off 2011 With A Bang Breckland Council received some fantastic news over the Christmas period in being shortlisted for yet another award, but this time it is the Youth Council that is being recognised. The Youth Council is delighted to have been shortlisted for a ‘Community Support’ Award in the Bernard Matthews Youth Awards 2011 which will be announced towards the end of February. Made up of nine teenagers ranging from 15 – 19 years old Breckland Youth Council meets once a month to discuss issues and concerns of their fellow teenagers in the Breckland area and works towards improving the image, status and welfare of young people.

Councillors and their peers an opportunity to question senior figures in local organisations regarding the local area and issues that affect them.

in 2009, helping and supporting their peers in Breckland and promoting all the fantastic achievements of our young people. The YESS campaign is also a

Youth Councillors have recently undertaken a training day which was funded from ‘Take Part’ funding and delivered by the British Youth Council. This provided a great deal of inspiration for the Youth Council and in turn has motivated them to start their first campaign.

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In addition to giving up their time for meetings, members of the Youth Council actively engage and organise events such as the ‘Pride in Breckland Youth Awards’ where they recognised their peers’ achievements, and a ‘Participatory Budget’ round where the Youth Councillors decided on grants to be given to youth projects in the district.

The ‘YESS’ (Young People Engaging to Stop Stereotypes) Campaign focuses on social stereotypes and breaking down barriers between the generations of youth and senior citizens. This will cover a variety of areas such as Anti-Social Behaviour, Youth Activities and Social Inclusion. It is anticipated that this will change people’s attitudes and in turn will bring communities together.

Furthermore they juggle their own study time to attend other schools to advise on other youth councils and have also organised a ‘Question Time’ and ‘Youth Select Committee Day’ which gave Youth

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Diana Irving; Breckland Council’s Young People’s Champion said: “This is excellent news, our youth council members have worked very hard since being elected

very worthwhile project and on behalf of Breckland Council I would like to wish them every success for the awards and for the YESS campaign in 2011.”

Commercial vehicle owners are being urged to pay extra attention to their security measures following a spate of thefts In the just a week last month, 11 vans were broken into in the following areas: Scarning, Dereham, Narborough, Necton, Swaffham, Shipdham and Bradenham. Offender/s removed tools, industrial equipment and cash from the vehicles. Norfolk Constabulary offers the following advice to van owners: • Always lock your vehicle and make sure that windows are fully closed. • Don’t leave items on display, lock away tools out of sight and black out windows to prevent window shopping. • Property mark tools and equipment with your house name/number and postcode.

• Use an immobiliser and fit an alarm to the vehicle. • Ensure the vehicle is fitted with a robust lock. • Remove equipment and tools from your vehicle overnight, mark on your vehicle ‘no tools left in vehicle overnight’. • Park in a garage, on a driveway or in a well lit area at night. If you have any information about the recent vehicle break-ins contact your local Safer Neighbourhood Team on 0845 456 4567 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. If a crime is in progress always call 999.

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The Hunt For Breckland’s Ensuring Rover’s Return Greenest Family Is On! Breckland Council has announced that free micro-chipping vouchers are on offer for the first 100 residents to apply who are in receipt of benefits.

Whether you cycle to work or school, grow your own vegetables, use energy saving light bulbs or do your best to repair rather than replace, officers from Breckland Council want to hear from you! The Council has announced a new competition to find Breckland’s Greenest Family who will help promote a more environmentally friendly lifestyle and encourage other residents to make simple changes that will make a big difference.

“I know that there are lots of residents out there who are doing their bit to help the environment. This is an opportunity for one green family to lead by example and use their experience to inspire others - and win some fantastic prizes too!”

In return, the chosen family will receive £100 eco vouchers, a veg box scheme up to the value of £250 and a free one year leisure pass to a Breckland Council leisure centre.

To be considered, families should complete a questionnaire to demonstrate that they are doing their bit to help the environment. To help Breckland promote the green message, the winners must agree to feature in Breckland Voice and other media, passing on tips to other residents about steps they are taking to reduce their carbon footprint.

Lady Kay Fisher, Breckland Council Executive Member for Environmental Wellbeing and Communications said:

It is hoped that this new initiative will help reunite lost dogs with their owners and help tackle a problem which incurs a substantial cost to council tax payers. Acting on complaints from the public, Breckland Council’s dog warden service

For further information about the Councils search for Breckland’s Greenest Family, and how to apply, look on the Breckland Councils website www.breckland.gov.uk, or contact the council on 01362 656878. Questionnaires should be returned by 4th March and the winning family will be notified the week ending 18th March.

seizes and kennels around 100 stray and lost dogs every year. Sadly, in only half of these cases is the Council able to reunite dogs with their owners; the remainder are re-homed and some may have to be put down. Free vouchers are limited to one per household, and a low-cost service at only £10 including VAT (subject to resources) is available to those who do not qualify for the free micro chipping. People can apply immediately and the micro chipping will take place during February. For more information about the free voucher scheme, or low cost micro chipping call Breckland’s Dog Warden Service on 01362 656870 or email envprotect@breckland.gov.uk.

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COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES Roger Thompson TW Gaze Mortgage Solutions

The architectural division of TW Gaze is headed by Sarah Roberts.

Roger Thompson achieves Chartered Broker Status with the Chartered Insurance Institute. The Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) has awarded the prestigious ‘Chartered Insurance Brokers’ title to Roger Thompson Mortgage Solutions Ltd. Chartered status is an exclusive title only awarded to firms which meet rigorous criteria relating to professionalism and capability. All Chartered Insurance Brokers commit to the CII’s Code of Ethics, reinforcing the highest standards of professional practice in their business dealings. Having qualified as an Associate of the Institute in 1983, Roger Thompson has now been inducted as a Chartered Insurance Broker. This prestigious title is only bestowed on those not only with the

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qualification but also with the relevant industry experience. Having worked with organisations such as Norwich Union (now Aviva) and Pearl for over 20 years, it was a natural progression for Roger to set up his own business covering Mortgages and Insurances in 1998. Since that time hundreds of clients have received sound, friendly and helpful professional advice. Comprehensive Advice is offered on the following Insurance Areas: • Life Insurance • Critical Illness Cover • Permanent Health Insurance • Accident, Sickness & Unemployment Cover

Sarah is a member of the RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects). She has a wealth of knowledge and experience

in the conservation, alteration and extension of historic buildings, as well as modern design and eco buildings.

• Buildings and Contents Cover • Landlords Insurance • Business Insurance Cover including Key Man Cover

The philosophy of the department is that any project can be considered a success if the client achieves what they envisage, at a price they can afford, within a reasonable timescale.

Independent Advice is offered on the following Mortgage Types: • Residential Purchase • Residential Remortgaging • Buy to Let • Buy to Let Remortgaing • Commercial Mortgages • Secured Loans • Equity Release Mortgages* • This is outsourced to another Business Partner

The practice is well respected and as architects, they should be involved from the earliest stages of your project. They will discuss your needs in detail and then produce a design scheme. They have a tremendous amount of knowledge and experience in how these processes work. Telephone: 01379 646812

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Health, beauty & wellbeing 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.

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

What Is Zumba Fitness..? Zumba is a Latin inspired, easy to follow, dance – fitness class that incorporates Latin and international music and dance movements. The Zumba Fitness – Party ™ combines fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body using an aerobics fitness approach to achieve a blended balance of cardio and muscle toning benefits. It’s dynamic, exciting, exhilarating and effective! Penny adds her own flavour to the class creating a fun and energising programme; so why not come along and

“Party yourself into fitness”. Please wear appropriate work out clothing and footwear and don’t forget your water bottle! For further information and details of any of my classes please contact Penny Crook on 01842 815074.

CARING FOR THE ELDERLY Barchester Care Home At Hethersett Hall we provide first-class 24-hour residential care alongside expert care for people with dementia in our Memory Lane Community for the elderly. Day care and respite care can also be arranged. Our team of highly-qualified and attentive staff really focus on the individual needs of our residents with a tailored care plan for each person. Our dedication can be seen across the board - in our cooking, hospitality and through the broad range of daily activities and events organised for our residents Our exciting new initiative, as part of the Barchester group of care homes, is Fitness with Care - a new innovative practice to support the care of our residents. Fitness with Care is a major Barchester initiative designed to deliver an activity programme which is positively benefitting our residents and increasing their health and well-being. We’re

delivering Fitness with Care in partnership with Help the Aged. ‘We’re working with Barchester on the Fitness with Care initiative to help older residents improve their overall health. The initiative is so important because our bodies are never beyond improving and respond surprisingly well to lifestyle changes, whatever our age. Keeping fit also forms part of a holistic approach to living life to the full in our later years. Physical exercise not only means we stay mobile for longer, but also has a significantly positive impact on our psychological well-being.’ - Dr Lorna Layward, Help the Aged. And key findings from independent researcher Prof Emeritus Roger

Clough have shown that Fitness with Care brings increased activity, more socialisation between residents, and between residents and staff. Another finding was that the Nintendo Wii games and DS Lite provided very new and fun experiences for residents!

Our home is rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The CQC is the independent body that regularly inspects all care homes in England. It now publishes the ratings it awards each home - excellent, good, adequate and poor.

Hethersett Hall is late Georgian home, which boasts stunning views across the park to the surrounding woods and fields. Here, we enjoys all the benefits of the Norfolk countryside and yet we’re close enough to the A11 to make it easily accessible to family and friends. We think you’ll find we’re ideally suited to meet your needs now and in the future to ensure you get the most from your retirement years. Why not arrange a visit and see for yourself!

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CARING FOR THE ELDERLY Hats Off To Knitters As Big Knit Raises Nearly £1 Million More than 625,000 hats were knitted in 2010 to help keep older people warmer this winter. Knitters throughout the country have knitted more than 2.2million little woollen hats for The Big Knit since 2004. Keen knitters have raised nearly £1 million for Age UK by knitting 2.2 million little bobble hats since the launch of The Big Knit initiative in 2004. The Big Knit, supported by Innocent drinks, got knitters throughout the country making little woollen hats which adorn Innocent Smoothie bottles in November each year. For each bottle sold wearing a hat, a donation is made to Age UK. 625,000 hats raised £177,000 for people in later life Last year (2010) marked the seventh year of the campaign and saw avid knitters

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creating over 625,000 individual hats in the shape of animals, cartoon characters and the latest fashions, raising over £177,000 to help people in later life this winter. Hatted bottles were sold in Sainsburys and Boots shops across the country with 25p donated to Age UK for every one sold. Paul Farthing, Director of Fundraising at Age UK, said: ‘The Big Knit’s success and popularity continues to grow year on year. I would like to say a huge ‘thank you’ to all of the knitters who have helped make The Big Knit 2010 such a success, and a special thank you to the supporters who get involved year after year.’ Sir Roger Moore, actor and supporter of The Big Knit, commented: ‘The number of hats knitted

and the money raised shows how much people enjoy The Big Knit, which is fantastic for the Charity and for the older people who benefit.’

across the UK who take part – we are so grateful to them, and so excited to be able to support the great work that Age UK does.’

Recycle your hats Age UK and innocent are asking people to recycle their old knitted hats by posting them to ‘Hats Reunited’, Innocent drinks, Fruit Towers, 1 The Goldhawk Estate, Brackenbury Road, London, W6 0BA so that they can be reused next year to help raise even more money for people in later life.

Spread the Warmth campaign Too many older people are suffering and dying needlessly in winter due to lack of warmth, so Age UK created Spread the Warmth to help tackle the issue. The money raised through the 2010 Big Knit will go towards funding local and national winter projects by providing information, advice and practical services to help older people keep warm and well in the colder winter months.

Emma Hines from Innocent said: ‘This campaign couldn’t happen without the support of thousands of amazing people

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Brooklyn House Brooklyn House is just one of Caring Homes’ highly acclaimed modern purpose-built care homes. 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 also welcome visitors for a short respite. 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. 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. 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

Manor Court Day Care Manor Court Day Care Centre for the elderly is based in Griston, Norfolk. It is open 5 days a week Monday - Friday from 9am - 4pm. We have around 36 guests per day all aged 55+, with social services funded and private places available. Our service provides transport either by social services or our own transport for our guests. We specialise in Dementia care, with quality specialist care delivered by a fully trained staff team who believe in promoting independence in all individuals

where possible. Reminiscence activities are available for individuals with dementia which recreate ‘life skills’. Extend exercise classes, musical entertainers, singing, dancing, quizzes, table top activities such as dominoes, card games etc, hairdressing and chiropody are some of the services and activities that we provide on a daily basis. Freshly cooked meals which are cooked on the premises are also provided to our guests.

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CARING FOR THE ELDERLY NBR Scooter Brokers 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!! 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

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

South Norfolk Mobility Centre With the start of the New Year and the VAT increase, South Norfolk Mobility Centre wishes to reassure its customers that it has no present plans to pass all of the increase on to them.

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.

Above: Michael Lockwood of South Norfolk Mobility Most items are sold as VAT exempt, but where there is VAT to be paid; SNMC will look to absorb all or part of the increase wherever possible. This will also include annual price increases.

So why not come along to our showroom and browse through our stock - from pavement and road legal scooters, electric rise and recline armchairs and beds, electric bath lifts, wheelchairs and power chairs, through to everyday aids such as jar openers, pill bottle openers, button hooks, sock and tights aids, reaching aids and shoe horns. We look forward to seeing you. www.southnorfolkmobilitycentre.co.uk

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Reach Over 42,500 Potential Customers Low cost display advertising to meet the smallest budget. Reach over 42,500 homes and businesses in the Diss, Attleborough, Wymondham, Dereham, Watton and Thetford areas. From a single advert in one Dispatch Magazine, to a run of 3, 6 or 12 months in one or all three Dispatch Magazines.

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Motoring Advertising The Dispatch Magazine Tyre Tracks Section is designed to offer advertising for the motoring trade around the area. Low cost display advertising to meet the smallest budget. Reach over 42,500 homes and businesses in the Diss, Attleborough, Wymondham, Dereham, Watton and Thetford areas. From a single advert in one Dispatch Magazine, to a run of 3, 6 or 12 months in one or all three Dispatch Magazines.

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Changes To Car Insurance Legislation Compulsory motor insurance was introduced in 1930 when it was agreed that it was necessary to make sure that anyone injured in a road collision was not left uncompensated. New Car Insurance Legislation Today, there are in the excess of 31 million registered vehicles on the UK’s roads. Under the new government powers it will be an offence to keep an uninsured vehicle, rather than just to drive when uninsured.The new powers are intended to get uninsured drivers off the road, freeing up police time to deal with the hard core of offenders.

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Under The Proposed System: • The DVLA will work in partnership with the Motor Insurers’ Bureau to identify uninsured vehicles • Motorists will receive a letter telling them that their vehicle appears to be uninsured and warning them that they will be fined unless they take action

• If the keeper fails to insure the vehicle they will be given a £100 fine • If the vehicle remains uninsured regardless of whether the fine is paid - it could then be seized and destroyed • Vehicles with a valid Statutory Off Road Notice (SORN) will not be required to be insured.

News from across your region

VW Group Specialist Combines With Italian Car Specialist Chequered Flag has been established since 1976 and is based in Attleborough, South Norfolk. We are a family run business with a strong local connection in the area. The managing director Felix Desira and the sales and service team are always on hand to deal with any enquiries in a professional but friendly manner. You can browse our approved used, request a test drive and even make a service or MOT booking. The Chequered Flag have been associated with Skoda for 28 years and have expanded to become a VW group specialist, we buy, sell, service, MOT and repair any vehicle from Skoda, Seat, VW and Audi. At Chequered Flag we believe that buying or selling a car should be a pleasure and hassle free. Even if it’s a cheap car or one that costs plenty, we’ll use our vehicle history checks to reduce the risk of nasty surprises before you even view the vehicle. The service and parts department has fully trained and qualified staffs who are VW group accredited so you know that the standard of work is of the highest quality. The Chequered Flag are looking

at expanding the workshops and putting in two class 7 ramps one of which will be an MOT ramp. Last month they combined their efforts with Felix’s Brother, Joe Desira and launched the South Norfolk’s Italian Car Specialist. Joe has been a car enthusiast since the age of 3, when he was allowed to hold the leadlight for his brother’s garage underneath the arches in London. Joe’s background has always been in Italian Cars, namely Fiats & Alfa Romeos where coincidently he served his apprenticeship with Norman’s of Westminster in Vauxhall, which was a Citroen and Fiat dealership. He then specialised with Fiat.This experience has stood him in good stead as he now has an in depth knowledge and training in the mechanical side of things, he then left Fiat and came to Norfolk to work with his brothers, John and Sam.

He started out in the workshop and moved to Service Reception after 4 years. Joe was known for his ‘chatty’ disposition and couldn’t help but talk to the customers about the new vehicles in the showroom, often persuading them to have a new car rather than get their car serviced! ‘Time to change’ - and very often they did. His brothers’ noticed his natural salesmanship and promptly moved him into the showroom. This has been his natural arena ever since. He was at the Diss branch for 2 years, Great Yarmouth for 7 years and finally Bury St Edmunds for the past 14 years. Even in his spare time he takes his 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfetta GTV 2.0 to rallies with the Alfa Romeo Owners Club (much to his wife’s annoyance!). Joe had always had ambitions of setting up on his own so when his brother Felix offered him a space next to his own garage The Chequered Flag, Attleborough, he jumped at the chance. Offering nearly new and used Fiats &

Alfa Romeos, with the backup of all the servicing, Mot’s and valeting from next door. The above opening launches the new independent business, Joe Desira Car Sales, as East Anglia’s ‘ITALIAN CAR SPECIALIST’. The launch weekend was a great success over Saturday and Sunday with over 100 people in attendance, there was food and drinks as well as special deals on all used cars that were on offer, they also offered free car washes all day and MOT’s at £35 for both days. If you would like any further information for car sales, servicing, MOT’s Valeting on all of the VW group or Fiat and Alfa Romeos please contact us on info@cf-cars.co.uk / info@joedesira.co.uk or telephone 01953 452588. All in all very exciting times ahead for Felix and Joe Desira.

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