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Window Geeks “Replacing your steamed-up windows doesn’t mean you have to replace the whole window…Save thousands by changing only the glass”… It can be stressful when things break or go wrong, especially when it seems the only solution comes at great expense. Unexpected bills can hit households very hard at a time when every penny counts and it means that thousands of homeowners put off fixing their windows or doors for fear of the high costs usually associated with these types of products... Well now you can relax…because WindowGeeks, a national window, door and conservatory repair specialist, has expanded into Norwich and will service the whole of the Norfolk region, giving local home owners access to real money-saving options; one that can reduce what could be an alarming bill in the thousands to a far more acceptable one in the low hundreds - and in most cases even lower than that. The fact is that the average single repair or replacement undertaken by WindowGeeks, which includes locks, handles and hinges, as well as the usual replacement of steamed-up double glazed units is less
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than £60...not surprising really when you consider that the replacement of a single steamed-up double glazed window starts from as low as £30 including VAT and fitting…which is why, at this point, many people take the opportunity to upgrade to energy efficient double glazed units. Our new local and experienced team, headed up by Steve Olley, join all of our other skilled craftsmen and women throughout the UK, each providing a professional and cost effective service to 1,000s of customers from Plymouth in the Southwest, through Norwich in the East, up to Preston in the North and all points in-between… “Lots of people have problems with their windows,” says Steve, “They get steamed-up and won’t clear, or the locks stick or the handles get loose…and it becomes even more of a problem at this time of year when cold draughts get through...but what’s really surprising is that most people don’t realise that all of these problems can be fixed quickly and without spending a fortune or having to
sell one or more of their children, unless they want to of course”… WindowGeeks has over 38 years’ experience in the glazing industry and it’s sad to think that there are still quite a few traditional window companies that either refuse or just don’t want to carryout repairs…now were not saying that all double glazing companies don’t carry out repairs, many do, and do a great job, but Steve adds, “In most cases they’re not really interested in the smaller jobs and that’s what’s so great about WindowGeeks, we offer a real cost-effective solution, which makes it a very easy decision for our customers to choose us...there’s no pressure sales from us because there’s no viable alternative, unless, that is, you want to spend 10, 20 or even 100 times more on replacing all your double glazing!” While the cost savings might be the biggest draw, there’s another reason customers should choose WindowGeeks and one that has inevitably convinced many customers throughout the UK to use us;
“It’s all about honesty and trust,” says Steve. “There’s integrity in what WindowGeeks do and that’s very important to me, we tell the truth, only charge for what needs doing and we always honour our promises…We run a very successful and ethical business based on good old fashioned customer service backed up with top quality products and support from our head office.” WindowGeeks provides free quotations with; • No call out charges • No credit card charges • No deposits • No minimum order values, • No high pressure sales men or women • No hidden extras • 10 year guarantee on all glazed products All our quotes include VAT and Fitting Call now for a FREE QUOTE on 0800 61 22 943 or visit us at www.windowgeeks.co.uk
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SNYA Radio At this week’s SNYA youth forum meeting (Saturday 7th September), the young people from SNYA discussed the opportunity of working with Wymondham Lions. As a result, SNYA young people have welcomed the opportunity to support the Wymondham Lions throughout the remainder of 2013. The Wymondham Lions are a registered charity and are dedicated to improving the quality of life for many people less fortunate than themselves, whether it is in their own communities or in other parts of the world. One of the events that we will be promoting is the Charity Swim to be held at Wymondham Leisure Centre on Saturday 12th October 2013. Doors open at 16.45 for the spectator’s area with the first swim taking place at 17.30. If you’re a non-swimmer or just want to support your family and friends then come along and help raise much needed funds for Norfolk and Waveney’s Big-C, cancer charity. This is an open invitation for all groups (of any age and from any area), whether friendship or organised, and individuals to participate
in a sponsored swim. All you need is yourself plus five other friends to enter a team. Don’t worry if your friends are non-swimmers as this won’t prevent you from joining in. All you need do is let us know that you are available to swim and we will do the rest. Any young people who are not members of SNYA, and would like to swim, then now is a good time to join us as we may (do) need some help to form our own swim team!
Norwich Pipe Band; make his way by horse drawn carriage to the market place to switch on the town’s Christmas lights.
Advisory Board, South Norfolk Council and The Mason Trust.)
This year’s Dickensian Christmas Fayre is going to have the extra spectacular Steampunk theme dovetailed into the existing arrangements.
Entry is free, so get your entry form from wymswim@gmail.com today.
Steampunk is a sub-genre of science fiction that typically features steampowered machinery, especially in a setting inspired by industrialised Western civilisation during the 19th century.
Another event that SNYA will be supporting is the Wymondham Lions Dickensian Christmas Fayre, set to take place on Saturday, November 30th, from 2pm - 6pm. We have broadcast live from here in the past and it is a really great family afternoon early/ evening event. Previous years, Wymondham has seen Farther Christmas, accompanied by the Town Mayor and the City of
To promote this event SNYA and the Wymondham Lions will be descending on Wymondham Market Place during November. SNYA will be making most of our own costumes so if anyone can help us, we would really appreciate it. If you are looking to volunteer or to become involved in this event then please get in touch at office@snyaradio. co.uk (Supported by the Breckland Youth
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Winter Fayre Saturday 16th November 2013 10am till 2pm. At The Sports Hall, Wymondham College, NR18 9SZ. Quality handmade crafts and jewellery
the best of local produce, christmas gifts and cards. Refreshments, light lunches and cakes. £1 Admission for adults, children under 18 free.
Retiring? Then please speak to us. The Money Advice Service says ‘ You should shop around for an annuity to get a better deal than your pension provider has offered you’. We can offer an Open Market Option service for your pension and guarantee you will be happy with our service or we will give you £20. Please initially contact us before 15th November, 2013. We are a firm of Independent Financial Advisers. We offer an annuity service and
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may be able to offer a better deal and a wider range of income options. ML Financial Associates Ltd Suite 4, The Old Dairy, Elm Farm Business Park, Norwich Common, Wymondham, Norfolk, NR18 0SW. Tel: 01953 711123 Fax: 01953 600479 www.mlfinancialassociates.co.uk.
The Regal Experience Experience will present a great British double bill when they stage their next classic film show on Sunday October 13th (2.30pm) at the Wymondham Ex-Services’ Club (Regal Cinema). The screening will feature Richard Hearne, who found fame as “Mr. Pastry”, in the wonderfully hilarious The Time of His Life (1955), in which Richard Wattis also stars, and Operation Diplomat (1953), a thriller based on a story by popular crime writer Francis Durbridge and starring Guy Rolfe and Patricia Dainton. And Patricia, who appeared in many movies from the late 1940s to the 1960s, as well as on television and the stage, will be making a personal appearance to talk about her show business career. There will be an exhibition about the career and life of Richard Hearne, who was born in Norwich in 1908 and attended the Crook’s Place School, now the Bignold School, in the city. Likewise, there will be a display about Patricia Dainton, who has worked with the likes of Sean Connery, Christopher Lee, Richard Attenborough, Margaret Leighton and David Tomlinson -- and had the distinction of appearing on the cover of the first ever issue of TV Times.
Tickets are available from Maureen Dodman (01953 605593) or Michael Armstrong (01953 603246) and at Simply Cards, Market Street, Wymondham. They are priced £5 (concessions £4).
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A Look At Liability Insurance! Public Liability is designed to cover Businesses or Sole Traders for claims made against them by members of the public. With easy access to ‘no win no fee’ Solicitors, claims are becoming more frequent as alleged negligence is tested in Courts. It is therefore essential that adequate cover is provided to ensure that defence costs can be met and protection is provided, as in many cases a large claim could effect personal assets and cripple the business. Our Liability Division handles Employers, Public and Products Liability cover for indemnity levels to £10,000,000. Higher levels are available and can be arranged if required. We have an extensive specialised panel of Insurers with whom we place this type of risk, including Aviva, Axa, Ageas, NIG Insurance
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as well as specialist Lloyds Underwriters to ensure you receive the best possible rates. Our experienced staff will ensure that we tailor the policy to meet your specific needs, so you only pay for the cover you need. Whether you are a Sole Trader or Limited Company, large or small, we will provide you with a dedicated account handler who will always be on hand to discuss policy covers.
Anglia Computer Solutions If you are setting up a new office, or expanding a business you may need a Telephone line, ADSL, a PC, a Wireless or Cabled Network, CCTV or Portable Appliance Testing. Anglia Computer Solutions Ltd can provide you with a complete office solution with the following range of services: • Cabled networks, Category 5 and 6 can be installed, certified and upgraded as required. • Wireless Network Surveys using an industry standard software tool Airmagnet will enable correct planning, ensure adequate coverage and find areas of low coverage. Surveys are available from £50. Implementation follows!
For more information or advice, please feel free to call in to our Wymondham Office.
• Telephone lines can be provided with a low monthly cost of £12.65 +VAT. Installation is a standard cost of £105 + VAT, if required.
4 Fairland Street, Wymondham, Norfolk, NR18 0AN
• Business grade ADSL can be provided from £22.50 + VAT per month.
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• Telephony services: 1. Add a second phone line and have
no monthly costs. Use an existing broadband connection with Voice over IP. Allows employees to call the office without tying up the main customer line. 2. For larger businesses save money on an expensive and inflexible PBX and use Voice over IP technology instead. Free calls between sites/phones, cheap calls to landlines and mobiles, a multitude of call features all controllable by you via a web portal. • Analogue and IP CCTV systems for protecting staff, as a theft/behaviour deterrent or as an extra set of eyes for areas such as car parks, door entrances, counters, shop floors and stock areas. A high resolution four vandal proof dome camera and DVR system starts at £540 (hardware only). • Portable Appliance testing for small Offices and Businesses will ensure that equipment meets Health and Safety regulations.
Attention!! DEADLINE LOOMING!!! Did you know that the deadline for completing your tax return is 31th October 2013 - BUT ONLY if you want to complete this on paper? If you complete your tax return online (or get someone else to do it for you) then you have another whole 3 MONTHS until 31th January 2014. I am sure you will agree that sounds a whole lot better. If you don’t fancy completing your tax return then why not let the experts do this for you. Here at KBA we still have time to offer you a free initial consultation and then to complete your accounts and your self assessment tax return by 31th January 2014, but not if you leave it too much longer before you get in touch. Interesting fact number 2 - Did you know that self assessment tax payers who have failed to file tax returns for any year up to 2011/12 are currently being granted an amnesty by the tax office. Those nice people at the tax office set up a new campaign called “My Tax Return Catch Up”. This started way back in July but you still have until 15th October 2013 to get your tax affairs sorted under the campaign. Why not
call KBA for more details? If you have got behind with your tax returns maybe this is just the chance you need to get up to date. Over the last couple of months here at KBA we have been helping quite a few of our newer clients with their payroll and Real Time Submissions. I think I am safe in saying that most of them were surprised just how little having a payroll provider costs and were wondering why they hadn’t done something about it before. Having KBA as your payroll provider can cost as little as £10 per month (plus VAT) so why not give us a call and find out how much time and money we can save you. Well that’s enough interesting facts for this time (this is accountancy after all - we have to go steady!) If you can’t wait until the next issue why not contact us - Kerry@kerrybutcher.co.uk or call 01953 457173 and we can see how we can help you with your accountancy affairs. Don’t forget we are still on facebook too - why not take a look at our page - look out for some great offers coming soon.
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Rosedale Funeral Home Tom And Victoria Saddle Up For Charity Challenge ...Wins Best Funeral Arranger Of The Year. Staff at award winning funeral home Rosedale had everything crossed on Saturday night in Bournemouth.
They had been short-listed in four categories at this year’s Good Funeral Awards hosted by Pam St Clement, well known for playing Pat Butcher in BBC TV’s EastEnders. There was great applause as Rosedale’s Dee Beesley was announced Best Funeral Arranger of the year with Paul Rackham just being pipped at the post as best grave digger of the year. “I am just speechless” said Dee “It is such a privilege to be able to arrange the funeral of a loved one and to find out you have been voted the best by the Good Funeral Guide, well I am honoured.” Anne Beckett-Allen, director of Rosedale said “I am thrilled not only for Rosedale but for Dee who strives to deliver the most personal and professional service at all times.”
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Established nine years ago Rosedale has six branches across South Norfolk and North Suffolk - in Diss, Attleborough, Wymondham, Halesworth, Bungay and Beccles. Below: Simon and Anne Beckett-Allen with actress Pam St Clement host of The Good Funeral Guides Awards Night 2013
Two Scole children saddled up for their first major charity fundraising challenge - to help sick youngsters at Quidenham Hospice. Inspired by their challenge-loving parents, Tom Beckett-Allen, 10 and his seven-year-old sister Victoria decided to tackle the North East’s 140-mile coast to coast cycleway. And they completed the journey this week - after six days pedalling, riding tandem with mum and dad Anne and Simon. “They’ve seen us get involved in all sorts of things for charity and decided they wanted to do something themselves. They started off saving birthday money and doing odd jobs before deciding on
the cycle challenge to really give their fundraising a boost,” said mum Anne. It was totally their own idea so we made sure they certainly did their share of the pedalling,” she added. As directors of Rosedale Funeral Home, Anne and Simon are well known locally for their support of local charities, regularly raising money through marathons and iron man challenges. www.rosedalefuneralhome.co.uk www.each.org.uk
Gearing up: Tom and Victoria, front, pictured with parents Simon and Anne Beckett-Allen.
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Give A Little Time To Make A Big Difference? CLIC Sargent needs YOU! We are looking for local volunteers in Dereham to be part of The Big Bucket Collection, helping to raise money for young cancer patients and their families. CLIC Sargent provides clinical, practical, financial and emotional support to help children and young people cope with cancer and get the most out of life. Our Care Teams supported 64 local families and distributed over £12,000 in grants here in Norfolk last year. We do all we can to help, but we need to do more, and that’s why we would love you to join our Big Bucket Collection this winter and help us raise vital funds. We are looking for ‘Chief Buckateers’ to coordinate friends and family to cover a collection day for us at Morrisons, Dereham
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on Friday 6th & Saturday 7th December. We will give you all the guidance and materials you’ll need to make your day a lot of fun and a great success. Signing up to take part is easy. Simply complete our online form at www.clicsargent.org.uk/bigbucketcollection or call 0845 121 2495. Thank you for taking the time to consider this fun and rewarding volunteering opportunity. We really hope you will join our 2013 Bucketeer team, helping us to raise money, raise awareness and raise a smile this winter.
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Who Would Like A Bigger, Better Shed? Very few men, over a certain age, will say no to this question. And very few wives with husbands over a certain age will agree to have a bigger - and better - shed in the garden! A shed can be many things to its owner- a den, a retreat, a workshop, a garage, a toy room, a cafe, a meeting place, a relaxation room and a dozen other things too. But what if you don’t have a shed? What if you have just retired and money is tight? What if you want to do some wood-work but need the use of a router, a pillar drill or a forstner bit (whatever one those is!) and you haven’t got one. You could ask your neighbour but what if he doesn’t have a shed either?
and informal learning, of individual pursuits and community projects, of purpose, achievement and social interaction. A place of leisure where old, and not so old men, and women, can come together to work on and do stuff. By pooling effort and sharing resources, we can all have access to bigger, better, tools and facilities with the space to work and perhaps most importantly, a place where you won’t have to put everything away at the end of the day so you can get the car back under cover again. If you think you might be interested in becoming a member of the Wayland Community Shed, then PLEASE register an interest by ringing Julian and Iain on 01953 858 908 or emailing: julian@waylandnews.com.
We are proposing to set up a Community Shed, here in Wayland, which will be a place where everyone can share the tools, equipment and resources needed to work on a project on your own or with others, at your We think it’s about time we all had a bit own pace, and in a safe, friendly and inclusive more practical fun in our lives and this environment. It will be a place of skill-sharing could be just the place to get it!
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Choosing A Wheelchair How to Select the Right One. There are hundreds of designs of wheelchairs that can be purchased and new ones come on to the market everyday. So how do you choose a wheelchair that is right for you?
• What health problems do you have which may have a bearing on the wheelchair’s design that is right for you? • Keep warm and dry? If so, look at wheelchair rungs and cover-ups.
The first thing to consider is why you want a wheelchair in the first place. Is it to;
RADAR - the disability rights people - has a booklet that can give you advice and guidance.
• Use indoors? • To stay within the confines of your home and garden or to go further a field with? • If you are considering taking it out in the boot of a car you will need a collapsible wheelchair. But if you are just going to use it in a home environment you may wish for a rigid wheelchair. • Do you need a wheelchair that can be put in the boot of someone else’s car? • Do you want a wheelchair that you propel or are you considering one that some else will push? • Are you thinking that an electric wheelchair would be more appropriate? • Are you aware that you can have pneumatic tyres or solid tyres?
The booklet is titled “Get Mobile” and can be obtained from their website at: www.radar.org.uk or by phone from: 020 7250 3222. Your local social services office will have occupational therapists that are also available to give advice and their number will be in your local telephone book. Article by Angela Gifford MD, Able Community Care Ltd. (uk-care.com).
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HOMES & GARDENS 15
Village Green Blinds & Shutters
N J Myhill Architecture
The change from summer to Autumn can be one of the most beautiful times of the year, as the colours around us begin to mellow and the smell of autumn starts to drift across the countryside, we turn our thoughts from the garden towards our homes.
I take great pride in every project however large or small and strive to give you excellent service and advice throughout your whole project.
Keeping warm and getting better use out of the heat we pay so much for is becoming a priority for many. Let’s look at a couple of products that whilst beautiful also offer real thermal protection too. Plantation shutters Hardwood interior shutters have been growing in popularity over the past few years. They bring an elegance to your rooms that cannot be beaten and because our shutters are made to measure you can choose a design that suits your house and the way you live. What many people do not know though, is that they have thermal property’s very similar to those of secondary glazing! So for those whose property is listed shutters are a really beautiful alternative. Thermal Conservatory blinds Thermal conservatory blinds are a must for people who want to use their conservatory
in hottest and coldest times of the year. In the summer they deflect up to 78% of solar heat and then in the winter they retain the heat that you out in leaving your conservatory warmer for longer, and looking much more homely too! For more information on how to get more out of your conservatory call 01379 669209 Village Green Blinds and Shutters Made to measure Fitted perfectly
...was established in April 2012 by Nigel and already has a growing portfolio of successful projects and happy customers.
My home based studio can be found in the centre of the bustling historic market town of Wymondham in Norfolk - all prospective, existing and past customers are most welcome to visit, but for most projects I will come you. Whilst I am based in South Norfolk I am very happy to travel elsewhere throughout Norfolk, Suffolk and beyond and look forward to meeting you. For more information please visit the recently launched website at www.njmyhill-architecture.co.uk or call us on: 01953 603413
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The Dressing Up Box
At BeWILDerwood
...is gearing up for one of the biggest events in the fancy dress calendar ‘Halloween’, with boxes of new costumes and accessories arriving daily.
...all you have to do is believe and this October half term the hugely popular ‘Snagglefang’s Spooky Spectacular’ is back between Saturday 26th October and Sunday 3rd November 2013.
As the witching hour approaches The Dressing Up Box, Attleborough prepares to celebrate their 7th year of trading.
A celebration of all things shuddery and shivery, (don’t worry we won’t be too scary for your little ones), families can watch and join in with one of two daily performances of the BeWILDerbats story, plus an unnmissable performance of The Nutbug Crunch Hunt in the Storytelling stage. There’s much to do, with craft making in the Big Hat, a blazing bonfire and a fabulous parade at the end of each day.
October 19th 2006 saw the shop open in time for Halloween with just 374 costumes “today we now have in excess of 3000 and can supply everything form the children’s dressing up days at school to whole show wardrobes for local amateur dramatic groups and schools” said Sue, owner and founder of The Dressing Up Box. “The past 7 years have flown past and we continue to provide high quality costumes for all shapes and sizes”. As in previous years to celebrate their birthday, any hire costume booked before the 19th October for collection over the Halloween period (25th October - 4th November) will qualify for a 20% discount on the hire fee and 10% off any purchase between 1st October and the 19th October. On Saturday 19th October they are having an ‘Open Day’ to celebrate our birthday, with refreshments, games and face
painting, free entry into a prize draw. The Dressing Up Box covers all the era’s and characters you could wish for, the majority of their costumes are made in their onsite workshop, ‘although more than a few days’ notice is required to custom make an outfit for you’ laughed Sue, who is currently working on 4 Tudor dresses for a local ladies groups themed annual conference. In the last couple of years Sue has been holding weekly sewing classes teaching complete beginners how to use a sewing machine and supporting those with more knowledge to progress in their dressmaking and home furnishing skills and has recently started a group for the 12 - 18 age range. In addition to sewing new costumes, teaching others the art of dressmaking, Sue also offers an alteration service for your own garments. For more information on both the sewing classes and alteration service contact Sue at the Dressing Up Box.
Make Slitherigrub Cocoons out of willow and paper (lanterns to you and me), and take part in a search through the woods for the chief BeWILDerBat. Settle around the bonfire and before you head off home with your lantern, take part in a treemendous parade as dusk settles over the marshes. (Don’t forget the clocks go back, so the parade takes place at 6pm Saturday 26th and 5pm all other days). The lantern you have created will light your way as the parade weaves its way through the heart of BeWILDerwood.
Although you will be very busy making things and listening to spooky stories, there will still be time to explore the park. Walk the Wobbly Wires, brave the Tricky Tunnels and take a lazy boat ride across Scaaaary Lake. Cross Jungle Bridges, visit treehouses and take time to try out the new steepier, Slippery Slope. As you step inside the pages of Tom’s books - a character world of Boggles, Crocklebogs and Twiggles is brought to life in a quietly telling, yet unassuming way, leaving ample time and space for young people to realise their very own make believe. BeWILDerwood has lovingly-made, locally sourced food and drinks on hand at the Munch Bar, Cosy Cabin and Snack Shack, where they serve everything from a scrumptious hot pot and soups to the award winning Norfolk Archers sausages in rolls.
Halloween Tips ...for your own little monsters! Pumpkin Carving!
Stranger Danger!
Carving a pumpkin for your children takes away the fun for them, but if you don’t your child to be handling a sharp knife then an easy alternative could be paint, markers or a pumpkin decorating kit is still loads of fun without the risk!
Never let your child go into a stranger’s house! Ensure they only go to houses with the lights on or with a Halloween decoration outside, this ensures that the person is happy to celebrate Halloween and take part in sweet giving!
Sweets and Treats! Plan Your Route! You can never be too careful when taking sweets from strangers, even if it is Halloween. Make sure that you do not let your children eat any treats what have not been examined by you, this means you can check for tampering of wrappers. And you may get a chance to eat a piece! Stay Safe Be Seen! Make sure that your child can be seen in the dark by helping them choose a bright costume or adding reflective tape to their bag or costume!
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Make sure you plan your route or your child’s route so that you will always know where they are and a well lit route is better than a dark route. Making sure they know what time to be home and how important it is that they are home by that time and having your child check in at home if the route is long is always good for a parents nerves so making sure they have a mobile or check back at home are good ideas!
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Anglia Karting Centre ...based at The Airfield, North Pickenham (postcode PE37 8LL for Sat Nav users) offer individuals, families or corporate groups alike a warm welcome and guarantee a good time! A visitor to Anglia Karting can take part in many different on and off track activities. Whether you have never driven a Kart and want to use a supplied 200cc machine or are a seasoned regular needing to practice with your own machine we can accommodate you. Our arrive and drive 200cc sessions are a favourite for novices and general visitors, but we also offer 270cc endurance machines, racing during the day or in the evening under our floodlights for over 16’s, Hog Roasts can be organised too. Children over 8 are catered for as well in our Kids Klubs (various dates from September till February 2014). We can host Stag and Hen parties, Supermoto practice, corporate events, open race nights for adult only groups/ individuals and all of this either on an arrive and drive basis or pre-booked as an exclusive Timed Session.
We can even offer Clay Pigeon shooting for over 16’s and have a Burger Van on site on most Saturdays! We have ample free parking and always provide all safety equipment a driver needs including balaclava, helmet, gloves, overalls and if it is wet waterproofs. For more information please call 01760 441777, go to www.anglia-karting.co.uk or email angliakarting@aol.com and we will be happy to help. Please note unfortunately we cannot allow under 8’s or those under 4 feet 4 inches and we are closed on Mondays. It is always best to call before coming along to ensure the session/ facility you want to take part in is available and booking is essential for groups/corporate events. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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Hulabaloos Party And Play Centre will be launching their new Sky Trail High Ropes in early October this year. It is a fully harnessed climbing activity suitable for children from 1.0 meter high up to adults (if you dare!!). There will be rope bridges, tight ropes, lily pad steps and much more to negotiate while you are 20 feet in the air. It is outside, and will be open every Tuesday and Friday from 3pm after
school, every weekend and every school holiday (weather permitting). For more information please ring the play centre on 01953 604526 or visit our web site www.hulabaloos.co.uk or find us on face book.
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Christmas Is Around The Corner! More To See, Try, Touch, Taste, Enjoy … And Buy At The Festive Gift Fair. Join in the fun as the fabulous Festive Gift Fair, the biggest and best Christmas Shopping Fair, returns to the NEC for four days from 21st - 24th November. Christmas means gifts for your loved ones, hanging decorations on the tree, excitement on children’s faces, party clothes, stockings hanging over the hearth, a table fit for a festive feast! The run up to Christmas Day involves lots of planning! The hardest and often most time consuming part is buying the presents. There’s no need to be stuck for ideas, Festive Gift Fair makes it so easy. From the moment you arrive, you’ll get into the Christmas spirit, and be caught up in the excitement of browsing round over 325 stalls hunting for your perfect gifts. And when your bags are full, you can drop them off at the Present Crèche, continue to shop, stop for a bite to eat and enjoy some great Christmas music by bands and choirs. It’s no wonder this is one of the most popular events at the NEC! We love the challenge of finding unusual gift ideas - with so many to see at the Fair, selecting the best is a challenge indeed! Eat, Drink And Be Merry! Raise a glass! That’s the spirit! Enjoy a Christmas drink with family and friends. Christmas entertaining is the time to indulge in tempting chocolates and delicious cheeses.... sample before you buy at Festive Gift Fair. Sheer luxury in a gold ingot box, Perfect Tipple present their unique sparkling wine
which is infused with 23 carat gold flakes! Guaranteed to be a talking point! From curvy ladies to portly chaps - these generously one-sized aprons have fun messages.... Licensed to Grill! and Queen of The Kitchen! by Santa Balls. Black Mountain Liqueur is a rich aromatic blend of apple and blackcurrant brandy, winner of Taste awards, by the oldest spirit company in Wales, Celtic Spirit Co. A gourmet gift - delicious blend of mature blue cheese pressed into a special collector’s edition ‘Cornish Ware’ ceramic pot by The Cornish Cheese Co. For The Women In Your Life Mum, Wife, Sister, Aunt, Girlfriend - There’s nothing more satisfying than finding a special thoughtful surprise they will love..... Have you ever dreamed of owning a Chanel Bag? - Sally from Sally’s Jewellery is an expert in sourcing awesome vintage fashion accessories and jewellery - a real treasure trove stall! As seen in ‘Vogue’, The Vintage Teapot cleverly up-cycle pretty vintage china into beautiful retro gifts. Glam up this Christmas! Use the one and only Celebrity Mirror - a beautiful compact make-up mirror with LED lights by Baby Doll Bling. Invite Harry Styles of One Direction to your Christmas party! Have some fun and surprise your friends with this stand up lifesize cardboard cut-out by Maskerade.
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Baby its cold outside - but not with these cosy, warm, stylish faux fur Wellington boot inners by Wellywarmers. Nail Art is big, big, big news in the Fashion World - Visit OMG stand, where they will be demonstrating the tricks of the trade and chose a design to be stamped onto your nails at the Fair. For The Men In Your Life Chaps can be notoriously difficult to buy for - you’ll find Whisky, woollies, watches, clever gadgets and silly stocking fillers at Festive Gift Fair........ The innovative Boombox vibration speaker creates an unbelievable listening experience wherever you place it! by Arkay Sales. Create a bespoke piece of framed art that contains HIS name using photographs of everyday objects that resemble alphabet letters by Alphabet Photography. Book up an educating Wine Tasting Experience in your own home - for up to 6 people by Pieroth Wines. Kids Stuff You’ve managed to keep the presents out of sight from little prying eyes for weeks, and NOW the big day is here. All smiles on Christmas Day! Recreate the joys of Christmas past with... a metre long tube of mini retro-sweets - all the old favourites, love hearts, refreshers, chews.... by Keep Calm & Carry ON Beverage Co. Visit Arkay Sales stand where they will be demonstrating the new fun Gyro car that twists and turns in a most unusual way. Irresistible, utterly gorgeous, cuddly soft toy range, hand puppets, animal ear muffs by Jomanda. Cast your child in the starring role as they embark on an adventure with their own personalised CD by On The Big Red Bus. More brilliant books at bonkers prices a boxed collection of 15 books by kids favourite author Roald Dahl - just £15.99 instead of RRP £88.85! by The Book People.
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Dressing the tree is just the start! Dressing your table, your hall, your mantle-piece can all help make Christmas Day really special. Light lots of twinkling candles, use elegant glasses, colour coordinated linen... you’ll find lots of inspiration at Festive Gift Fair.
Not just for draping on the tree, these novelty Christmas string lights come in amazing shapes - from elephants to fish, butterflies to snowflakes and moon to clouds by Party String Lights. Visit Telling Tales stand - to see their amazing collection of hurricane lanterns, tea-light holders, gold and rustic candles and crystal candlesticks. Jormae Pourri hand produce a beautiful range of sweet smelling traditional Christmas Decorations from orange garlands and potpourri to lavender bundles and chill twig hearts. Find out for yourself why so many people come every year! BOOK YOUR TICKETS NOW and prepare for some GREAT Christmas Shopping and a FUN day out at The Festive Gift Fair open 09.30am - 17.00pm from Thursday 21st - Sunday 24th November at the NEC. Adult tickets from just £8.50 For more information on Exhibitors and Visiting the Fair, visit www.festivegiftfair.co.uk. Book by phone - The Ticket Factory on 0844 581 0808/0809 or Book online at www.theticketfactory.com
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Mummy’s Little Bundle Currently operating from premises in Cringleford, the sisters are also supported by their mother Beverley, who lines the larger baskets and also hand-makes some of the products as well as delivering the completed gifts to local customers. Lianne says, “We make a great team as I provide the creativity, my sister Claire has the business acumen and Mum is a wizard with material!” Is a new, family-run, Norfolk-based business that provides gift baskets and ‘bundles’ for expecting and new mothers. It also gives the customer the opportunity to add a personal touch by customising their gift. The concept of Mummy’s Little Bundle came about after sisters Lianne and Claire Webster, from Costessey, Norwich, received an abundance of praise for a gift basket they made for a pregnant friend. The mum-to-be was so impressed that she suggested they should make a business from it and a few months later Mummy’s Little Bundle was born!
The Mummy’s Little Bundle Facebook page has been up and running since April, and already the girls have had around 50 orders. Their website, www.mummyslittlebundle.com went live on 16th September and will provide them with a platform for their next stage of growth. “It’s so exciting to have the website and online shop ready,” says Claire, “We’ve had some practise now with the local orders and are looking forward to shipping our bundles further afield.”
the gifts for a variety of Norfolk-based products and services. Buggy Boot Camp have already agreed to provide coupons for mums wanting to get back into shape, and several other options will be announced soon. It certainly sounds like the Mummy’s Little Bundle ladies have their business heads firmly screwed on, and I’m sure we’ll be hearing more from them very soon! For more information on the products supplied by Mummy’s Little Bundle; Web: www.mummyslittlebundle.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/MummysLittleBundle Twitter: @mummysbundle
The girls are currently in talks with other local businesses to arrange for optional vouchers to be included in
Exercise Classes ...held at Wymondham Martial Arts and Wellbeing Centre, Unit 4 Philip Ford Way, NR18 9AQ. Choose from; Buggy Boot Camp - For mums with preschool children, bring your kids with you! Mondays and Thursdays 9:45-11:15am (including 30 mins coffee time) Boxercise - Great workout and stressbuster, increase your fitness and muscular definition with boxing-based exercise! Wednesdays 10-11am, Fridays 7-8pm BeginnerSpin - Entry-level spinning class, calorie-smashing workout on
exercise bikes, you’ll be surprised at the variety! Thursdays 7-8pm, Saturdays 9:30-10:30am All classes suitable for all fitness levels. £5 per session or any 10 sessions for £40. First session FREE! Website: www.duanesmithfitness.wordpress.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ DuaneSmithPersonalTraining Tel: 07955 685 605
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Benefits Of Having An Office Working from home is becoming more popular than ever, and it’s no surprise, working from home can be convenient. But would an office be more beneficial? There are some disadvantages that working from home brings. For example, having colleagues and peers around can help the crative spirit and generally boost morale, it’s also great to escape to the office to evade the stresses of home life, and of course vice versa. After considering the pros and cons you may find that your business would benefit from having an office. We’ve listed a few reasons why you may favour an office over working from home. • Home-based businesses can be seen as less professional and less well established. Meeting clients in an office will make you seem more credible. • There are far fewer distractions like television, pets, kids, noise, food, you will be far more able to focus and ultimately be more productive in an office environment.
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• It can be difficult to retain motivation while working from home, it’s beneficial to have colleagues around to bounce ideas around and get the ball rolling. • Many people who work from home will leave the house to meet clients, this can be slow and awkward and having a quiet dedicated space like an office means that you needn’t leave the premises and you have all of your business material to hand. • Keeping a set schedule can also be difficult whilst working from home, especially getting up for business hours or trying to avoid distractions like nice weather. • You can take advantage of the opportunity to network with other business owners in the same building as you - you biggest client could turn out to be in the office upstairs!
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The Green Dragon ...Wymondham is a delightful medieval public house dating back to the fourteenth century. Taking you back to traditional public house values and atmosphere, you will receive a warm, friendly welcome for you to truly relax, enjoy and soak in the local ambiance.
christenings and anniversary parties, with a private bar available.
In addition to regular hand pulled beers we offer a varied and ever changing range of Guest Ales.
Every Thursday we hold our friendly Fun Quiz Night, starts at 8.30pm all welcome.
The array of drinks is complimented by a Bar menu and a Specials Board that changes constantly throughout the week.
3rd Sunday of the month is Open Mic Night, Sunday 15th September and Sunday 20th October starting at 7.30pm.
We have a reputation for good sized portions, using local suppliers wherever possible, ensuring food is fresh and of the best quality.
Sunday 27th October we will be holding a Table Top Sale, in aid of Starthrowers Charity and you can also book a table for your own Charity. Starting at 8.30am til 12pm.
For the whisky lover we have over 50 different labels to slowly ponder over, and a good selection of spirits. Our function room (the Den) has a traditional feel to it and is suited for all occasions including weddings,
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Our Christmas Menu is available on our website, as is our Buffet Menu.
We are are in the CAMRA good Ale guide, have won Community Pub of the year and have a TripAdvisor award of Excellence
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Try To Eliminate The Risk Of Fire ...in an Older Person’s Home. The majority of fire deaths in the home are those of older people. Reduced mobility and smoke alarms not fitted or working are the major cause. There is a free service offered by the UK Fire Service which will give every older person a Home Fire Risk Assessment. Firemen from the local station will visit the home and carry out an inspection with reference to lowering the fire risk. The home visit will: • Identify potential fire risks within the home and Give advice on how to minimize the fire risks or prevent them and put together an escape plan in case a fire does break out. • If smoke alarms are already installed they will be assessed for effectiveness and may be replaced free of charge if they are not the most appropriate ones for the home. If you do not have smoke alarms, free ones may be fitted for
you. e.g. ones that have a ten year life so that you do not have to change the batteries. • Cover other areas of fire risk such as the use of electric blankets, overloaded plug sockets, electric wires that may be unsafe. e.g. trapped under carpets, furniture, etc. To make arrangements for your home assessment or another older person’s home (permission has to be obtained from the other person) call your local Fire and Rescue Service. (All the Fire and Rescue personnel will carry photograph identification.) Keep Safe - Have a Home Fire Safety Check - It’s Free! Article by Angela Gifford MD, Able Community Care Ltd. (uk-care.com).
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Manorcourt Daycare ...is a community based 7 hour care centre; it is set in a detached building within the village location of Griston close to the market town of Watton, in the Breckland district of Norfolk. Manorcourt Daycentre specializes in a service for individuals aged 50+ who require time out at an independent facility which allows individuals the freedom to be an independent person within their own right. Our goal is to provide a high quality and flexible 7 hour therapeutic day-care service for those individuals who currently live within the community but it is also a service for those individuals who have a caring role to play and need a reliable support system which allows them as a carer, time out from their caring role. The service is staffed by trained staff that uses therapeutic activities with the primary goal of supporting self expression and communication; it provides a social and enjoyable day out from home, it’s the perfect opportunity for individuals and staff to make new friends and enjoy regular social interaction. The aim of Manorcourt Daycare is to promote a high standard of service which promotes independence at all times and one which recognizes the unique value
every person has. Within this we encourage the building of positive relationships with the individual, their family and friends. We work closely with outside agencies, the individual’s doctor’s surgeries, social services and other relevant agencies. Since the day centre was first developed it has changed consistently with the care needs of it users; from relocating to a purpose building in 2004, a gradual development of dementia services and now in 2013 we will be developing the service further by offering a extended sensory garden, a 1950’s style living room for enablement and dementia services and refurbished hairdressing facilities. Alongside these new developments we will be offering an outreach /signposting service for those who do not wish to take up the opportunities with the centre.
South Norfolk Mobility Centre Summer is always the best time be out and about, with holidays, fetes and shows to go to. If your mobility is holding you back, why not come along to our showroom at Snetterton and see what products we have to help you keep mobile. It might be that a simple walking stick is the answer for you, with a variety of colours and designs, height adjustment and right or left hand moulded grips, these canes can be colour co-ordinated to match an outfit. Three and four wheel walkers are great for giving you that extra stability and confidence. The four wheel versions have a seat which is ideal for taking a rest, or for watching an event.
Scooters give you that extra independence and keep you able to enjoy outings with the family as well as every day activities like trips to the local shops. We stock the major brands such as Rascal and Shoprider and prices start from £350.00. We stock both new and second hand. Please Call: 01953 887777 or visit www.southnorfolkmobilitycentre.co.uk. We look forward to seeing you.
For more infomation Call: 01953 889230 or email: daycentre@manorcourtcare.co.uk
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