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CONTENTS LATE SUMMER 2014
Out and About
8 Good News from our region 12 Ladies who Lunch visit Goodies Farm Shop 15 Northern Ballet invites you to the ball 16 Delicious salmon recipe from the new head chef in Eye 18 Mums the word visit The White Hart in Hingham 20 Village Notice Board 25 Top local gigs 27 Art in the Park in Diss 29 Watery walk around Stokesby & Fleggburgh
Home and Garden
31 Garden Jottings from Ken 32 On your plot – sultry summer 35 10 tips for looking after your lawnmower 36 5 benefits of solar energy 39 Nurture by nature forest school in Attleborough
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WIN tickets to Lord of the Dance Collecting antique silver Latest film releases The Great War and the home front Thetford voices music project What does your surname say about you? Great recommendations for local businesses Car review: Citroen C5 saloon 10 years of the big sing in Diss Fressingfield music festival 10th anniversary
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8 Heath and Beauty 67 69 71 73
Health Q&A – trouble sleeping? In good health Ancient oriental astrology Lovely walk around Surlingham & Rockland St Mary 75 Visit to the Denny Centre in Diss
Shopping
76 Book reviews, local titles 80 Little miss sunshine fashion
Jobs, Money and Business
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83 The cheapest way to finance home improvements
Services
86 Find a local business or service 87 Thinking of advertising? Special offer for you
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We had a film crew in the office this week as Village People was chosen to feature at this year’s prestigious Independent Publishers Conference. All very exciting and it got me thinking just how far we’ve come in six years; from producing and delivering 5,000 magazines back in 2008 (with my office just one end of my dining room table) to the massive 50,000 copies we produce now and a growing team of six. With the help of my calculator I’ve worked out that we’ve produced 870,000 fabulous magazines in the last six years; all packed full of local and interesting content. We know that Village People plays a huge part in linking people together; helping local businesses to grow and providing you with a continuous supply of local and interesting reading; bite-sized chunks of good old-fashioned pleasure every issue! The perfect ‘low-calorie’ Birthday cake. Similar knitted cakes can be purchased from Practically Perfect Interiors in Eye
To be able to say that we deliver our magazines to more homes in Norfolk and Suffolk than ANY other magazine is such a great feeling!
We’ve packed lots of ‘summery editorial’ into this issue so whether you like art, singing, cooking, fashion or fancy going out to lunch, make sure you read from cover to cover so you don’t miss anything. Our fantastic competition offers you the chance to WIN tickets to Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance so simply pop an email over to us to be in with a chance of winning. Let’s hope the sun shines during August and September and before you know it, we’ll be back with our Autumn issue. This just leaves me to say bye for now as we celebrate our 6th Birthday. Happy Birthday Village People; we’re off to celebrate with cake and bubbles!
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Saturday 31st May saw people with a range of disabilities taking part in a sponsored walkathon around Whitlingham Broad to raise money for BUILD Charity. BUILD is a Norfolk based independent registered charity, offering social, leisure and learning opportunities for people with physical, sensory and learning disabilities. The walkathon saw members, volunteers, staff, trustees and family members walking one or more of the 2.25 mile laps around Whitlingham Broad. One of the 55 walkers was 82-year old member Victor Hall who has long-term health problems but managed the lap with his stick. The youngest walker was 17-year old Katherine Beaumont, who completed two laps with her parents, both of whom are volunteers for the charity. If you would like to find out more about BUILD Charity, call on 01603 618029 or email info@buildcharity.co.uk, or check out the website at www.buildcharity.org.uk
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SOMETHING HISTORIC IS HAPPENING IN DISS
A complete regeneration of the historic heart of Diss is taking shape. The plans will transform the way people see the town’s traditional centre – the Corn Hall and the ‘Heritage Triangle’ which links St Nicholas Street, Market Hill and Market Place. And a new aspect of the Mere will be opened up. It’s hoped that these plans will bring more shops and activity to the town, with more visitors and more jobs. Diss will be an outstanding shopping and tourist attraction in South Norfolk and an even more rewarding place to live.
EY CHURCH EYE CHUR ART AR EXHIBITION Given a long August Bank Holiday weekend what can you do? Why not come to Eye in Suffolk where once again the parish church will be full of wonderful art for the annual exhibition and a sale of pictures. It all started as a sale of paintings, but over the years photographers, printmakers and textile artists have come too, making “pictures” a better description. Artists come from all over East Anglia and beyond, some professionals and many amateurs, all producing high quality work to show and sell. As well as the framed pictures on the screens you can buy unframed originals, prints and cards. The Art Exhibition raises funds for Eye church. It is open all day on Friday 22nd, Saturday 23rd and Monday 25th August and all afternoon on Sunday 24th August.
Plans include regeneration of the Diss Corn Hall, including improved facilities and an attractive courtyard. The Mere will gain a boardwalk to take pedestrians from Mere Street to a floating island. All this will be set off by © Copyright Evelyn Simak a wildlife garden to support the Mere’s bio-diversity. Like the sound of these plans? The Diss Heritage Partnership needs to raise about £3million and are 2/3 of the way towards this target. You can keep up with their progress or make a donation at www.heritagetriangle.co.uk
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Flagship is one of the first care providers in the UK to promote this initiative as it reflects the Flagship ethos. Flagship has Extra Care Schemes that have specialist areas that cater for people with early stage dementia. Linda Milliken from Flagship said, “The training gave a real insight into the challenges people with dementia face every day as well as an understanding of what it must feel like”. To find out more visit www.flagship-housing.co.uk
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THE WAVENEY INN HAS BEEN REFURBISHED FOR SUMMER
restaurant, Featuring an air-conditioned bar and g aterin th-w mou a and deck oor a huge outd food and menu of locally-sourced, home-cooked y-friendly, Adnams ales, the Waveney Inn is a famil les. Becc near , Peter St h Burg in waterside inn ney River Situated at the award-winning Wave inn has Centre and marina, this family-owned real a is deck The ed. form been totally trans ides feature of the redevelopment and prov Carlton over view ar tacul spec a with customers marina. the on s boat and ve Marshes nature reser urant and The contemporary styling of the resta s and bar features some clever nautical twist quirky is complemented by the original and . paintings of local acrylic artist Mark Ward ney Wave the of tor Direc ging James Knight, Mana important Inn and River Centre understands how ty of the it is to use local ingredients: “The quali the food,” of ty quali the in ingredients is reflected he says. o.uk Find out more at www.waveneyinn.c
LOCAL FLAVOURS FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL The Eastern region is bursting with talented food and drink producers, from the kitchen table cupcake makers to some of the largest food businesses in the UK. All contribute to a diverse and flavoursome mix of great food, making the area one of the most talented food producing areas in the UK. Local Flavours 2014 is all about making it easy for food and drink buyers keen to support local producers, to meet and sample their goods. The idea of meeting in one place will relieve, for many, the pressure of trying to source locally in such a diverse market. Local Flavours 2014 is taking place on 23rd September 2014 at the Royal Norfolk Showground, just off the A47. If you’re a foodie who likes to know where your food has come from, this will be the perfect day out for you! www.localflavours2014.co.uk
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Ladies Who Lunch GOODIES FARM SHOP
french’s farm, Wood Lane, Pulham Market, Norfolk IP21 4XU • 01379 676880 • www.goodiesfarmshop.co.uk This is my 30th lunch report: so far I have given you posh restaurants, chips on the beach, a supermarket, and just one totally gruesome place that remained nameless! So where now?
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farm shop! This is (reputedly) the best, it’s near where I live and I have been told about it over and over again – but never been. From the outside it’s a large silver-grey building which can almost be seen from the A140 just south of Long Stratton. Oh… but inside! As Howard Carter said, peering into the Tomb of Tutankhamen: ‘Yes, wonderful things’. We had gone there to eat – of course – but had to inspect the tempting retail goods on offer first. Delicatessen cheeses and meats, gourmet ready-meals, epicurean loose teas, oils, vinegars and dressings (take your own bottle for a refill), homemade cakes and biscuits and veg of course… oh you get the picture. And it’s so big! And so to eat: we had reserved a table, but as there were about 20 pine tables in the spacious food hall booking may have been unnecessary. Lunch options were chalked up on boards including allday breakfasts and various baguettes for about £6.50. There was a ‘Today’s Specials’ board from which my friend chose pork curry with rice and garlic bread and I chose quiche with chips and salad.
The quiche came in three different varieties; feta and olives, quiche lorraine and a cheese and tomato one. They sell wine by the glass, and the cost of a large one was a reasonable £4.20. Once seated we didn’t have to wait long for the food. It looked splendid but my portion of quiche looked as if half of it was missing, so I mentioned this to Lara, our waitress. She went back and forth between our table and kitchen to ascertain whether I wanted (a) another bit, (b) hot or cold and (c) would I accept a different filling as the cheese and onion one had expired. ‘Yes, hot, and the one with olives’ secured me not just a top-up but a whole extra piece at no extra charge, and done willingly. My friend with the curry, meanwhile, while, pronounced it a decent level of spiciness for ladies. Mango chutney was sourced to accompany it (thank you!). We had already seen and inspected the puddings and there were at least a dozen cake-type slices to choose from, and sizeable portions at about £2. Also banana splits, and meringue delights.
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Two mains from ‘today’s specials’ Two glasses of wine Puddings and coffee
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We chose one chocolate brownie and one maple and pecan slice (both very tasty and big enough), and coffee. When I mentioned I took mine black she returned to the coffee pot and filled me up to the top! I do sometimes feel a bit cheated by the three-quarters-of-acup effect that you get with black coffee and this was literally the first time anyone has ever done that. Thanks very much Lara.
The service here is bright, quick and cheerful, the place is clean and tidy and the loos are very spacious. Access to all areas is good for the disabled. I really like this place and will return to do some serious shopping in the delicatessen part of the shop, then try another one of those cake slices.
Out & About
Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts
Current exhibitions: Henri Matisse Sculpture: The Backs 29 March - March 2015 John Virtue: The Sea 26 April - 24 August* Monument: Aftermath of War and Conflict 29 March - 24 August REALITY: Modern and Contemporary British Painting Opens 27 September* Sense and Sensuality: Art Nouveau 1890-1914 14 February - 14 December*
Free admission to permanent collections *Temporary exhibition, charges apply
Opening Times Tuesday - Friday 10am-6pm Saturday - Sunday, 10am-5pm Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts University of East Anglia, Norwich, NR4 7TJ, 01603 593199, www.scva.ac.uk Image: Detail from No. 8, John Virtue, 2011-2013. Photo: Pete Huggins
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BOX OFFICE: (01603) 63 00 00 Fri 1 Aug TO END ALL WARS WW1 stories interpreted by Norfolk schoolchildren £5.50 - £15
Wed 27 – Thur 28 Aug PEPPA PIG’S BIG SPLASH Brand new show with Peppa and her friends £5.50 - £15.50
Wed 6 – Sat 9 Aug THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS Over 200 local young people with family musical £5.50 - £9
Sun 31 Aug KILLER QUEEN High energy, expert tribute Mon 22 – Sat 27 Sept £5.50 -£21.50 TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD Award-winning stage Tues 2 – Sat 13 Sept adaptation of Harper Lee’s WEST SIDE STORY classic novel No. 1 Greatest Musical £5.50 - £24 of all Time £6.50 - £41.50 Mon 29 Sept – Sat 4 Oct PUTTIN’ ON THE RITZ Sun 14 Sept Lorna Luft stars in ABBA MANIA recreation of top movie All the hits musical moments £5.50 - £19.50 £6.50 - £33.50
Sat 23 Aug OPEN DAY Activities, trails, see behind the scenes – ideal for families Free
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Sun 24 – Mon 25 Aug ANGELINA BALLERINA Musical packed full of singing and dancing £5.50 - £12.50
Mon 15 – Sat 20 Sept DAYTONA Maureen Lipman, Harry Shearer, Oliver Cotton star in gripping and poignant drama £6.50 - £27
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Northern Ballet invites you to the ball
Northern Ballet, a firm favourite with Norfolk audiences, will bring the Nor ultima rags to riches fairytale to the Norwich Theatre Royal stage ultimate this October with a magical new production of Cinderella by awardwinning choreographer David Nixon OBE.
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Cinderella runs from Tuesday 7th October to Saturday 11th October
David Nixon’s ballet is set within the sumptuous fantasy world of Imperial Russia and is quite different to the pantomime tale we are all used to seeing. It features breath-taking winter scenery, opulent ballrooms and stunning costumes, creating a visual treat.
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Cinderella’s life is turned upside down following the death of her father and she is subjected to the coldness and cruelty of her stepmother, and kept as a servant by her family. Then her life is transformed by a magical encounter in the market place and as romance blossoms, can Prince Charming see beyond the servant girl and fall in love with the real Cinderella? Duncan Hayler’s fantastical set designs transport the audience through a Russian-inspired landscape where Cinderella marvels at the magician and circus performers at the winter fair, finds freedom skating on a crystal lake and finally, magically, arrives at the ball in a palace of elegance and wealth.
Tickets are available from the Box Office on 01603 630 000 or Book Online
a joyous story but it is not without pain, grief and loneliness.” Northern Ballet is renowned for creating unique interpretations of classic stories and Cinderella is no exception. The colourful tapestry of Russia will lend new magic and wonder to this very traditional story. Rather than a fairy godmother, a magician is one of the central protagonists, and in preparation for the production Northern Ballet’s dancers have learned magic and circus skills. Northern Ballet commissioned Philip Feeney to write a new score which will be played live by the Northern Ballet Sinfonia at all performances. Tim Mitchell is creating the lighting and Julie Anderson assists David Nixon in costume design. Cinderella is David Nixon’s 15th new full-length production for Northern Ballet where he has been Artistic Director since 2001.
David Nixon has placed some universal themes at the heart of his ballet, showing the contrast between ween the lives of those who experience freedom, warmth and love, and those who experience loneliness, depicting both the many faces of love, the darkness of grief and the transforming power of generosity. David explains: “My Cinderella strays far from the pantomime interpretation. Amidst all the action, magic and fun lies the storyy of a real woman and man who must travel their separate roads to ultimate happiness even though that journey is fraught with challenge. Cinderella is ultimately
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Fragrant Citrus Salmon en Papillote with Cherry Tomato & Garden Herb Salsa Leigh Gardiner has just taken over as the chef and manager at The Queens Head in Eye, Suffolk. If you can’t’t make it down to the pub, you can re-create one of Leigh’s most popular meals at home. Just imagine it’s a summer’s evening, the BBQ is lit and the Pinot is chilled ready… It’s the perfect time to try this quick, easy, summery dish. And it’s healthy too!
What you need: Ingredients: For the Papillotte 7 oz /200g salmon fillet with skin on (ask fish monger to pin and trim) Lemongrass Kaffir lime leaves Pinch of paprika Small chilli (finely chopped) Bay leaf Basil Chives Sea salt and cracked pepper Olive oil or butter For the Salsa 1 punnet cherry tomatoes (quartered) 1 red onion (finely diced) Splash of cider vinegar 1 tsp caster sugar A good glug of quality pomace olive oil or extra virgin 1 tsp ketchup 2 spring onions (chopped) Fresh coriander, mint, basil & parsley 1 small chilli (deseeded and chopped finely) You need A lit barbecue Greaseproof paper & tin foil
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Method 1. Put the greaseproof paper on top of the foil and cut it in a 30cm/12” square 2. Put the salmon fillet on top of the greaseproof paper and drizzle with the olive oil 3. Throw the lemongrass, lime leaves, paprika, chilli, torn basil leaves and chopped chives randomly on top of the salmon and again drizzle some more olive oil 4. Carefully fold the sides of the tin foil and greaseproof to make a bag. Pinch together so the parcel is sealed but leave a few gaps to get that smoky BBQ flavour. 5. Place on the BBQ and cook for about 10-15 minutes whilst the salmon infuses with all the lovely flavours 6. Whilst cooking prepare the salsa (it’s really easy!) Just chop all the ingredients and mix thoroughly. You can add more chilli if you fancy it a little spicier…
Serve with that chilled Pinot (or maybe Chardonnay), relax, eat and enjoy! There you have it: a healthy, tasty BBQ dish done within minutes…
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The Bible Exhibition is in Norwich
11 – 14 August: Sovereign Room, Open, 20 Bank Plain, Norwich NR2 4SF 15 August: Pilling Park Community Centre, Pilling Park Rd, Norwich NR1 4PA Find out about: • The Bible’s exciting message • True and reliable prophecies • How it came to be translated into English Informative panels; DVD presentations; display of old Bibles
Bible talks being held during the week: (beginning Sunday 10 August) 1 2 3 4
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Mums The Word The White Hart • 3 Market Place • Hingham Norfolk • NR9 4AF
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Carrie Barrett lives in Blo Norton, near Diss, right on the Suffolk/Norfolk border, with her husband and two children Maisie (10) and Olly (7). She has been dining out and about in our area for many years, seeking out restaurants that offer great value, quality and above all else are child friendly. If you would like Carrie to visit a particular pub or restaurant just get in touch with us at Village People and we’ll ask her to visit.
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ingham is one of my favourite small market towns in Norfolk. Nestled between Watton and Norwich, it boasts a great butcher, post office, gift shops, cafes and even a Boots! But most importantly it’s home to one of my favourite brand of shoes, Unisa. With a factory outlet right on the edge of town it manages to lure me at least a couple of times a year when they change their seasonal range! Not only is the prospect of a new pair of shoes reward enough, we also love to visit the central pub and hotel, The White Hart.
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The particular highlights were the twice baked cheese soufflé, the pan fried trout with samphire, and to finish off, a rich chocolate fondant with pistachio ice cream and chocolate Cointreau sauce. The children’s menu is pretty standard for a pub with the usual offerings of pasta, burger and fries, sausage and mash etc, but I was told the chef would try and accommodate more mature tastes by offering half portions from the main menu. With an extensive wine list for even the fussiest of tastes, and locally produced beers, there is something to satisfy all palates.The owners positively welcome families and the whole ambiance is very chilled out and relaxed. I can’t wait until the winter boots come in at Unisa so I have a great excuse to visit the White Hart again!
The White Hart was taken over in 2011 by Kiwi Inns, which is a group of pubs based in Norfolk. After a seriously impressive refurbishment the pub has been restored to a flourishing eatery in the heart of the town. Their food is fresh, contemporary, locally produced and above all else, delicious. At lunchtime you can eat from a choice off the main menu or there is also a set menu for £12.95 for two courses, and on Sundays the set menu is £16.95 for two courses. We ended up having 3 courses each, and every single one delivered in its promise of quality and flavour.
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Clean Bandit UEA – 20th October Having just scored a UK number one single with the anthemic ‘Rather Be’, Clean Bandit are the band of the moment. Following appearances on Jools Holland and huge festivals all over Europe, the Cambridge four-piece have swiftly put themselves at the forefront of the British music scene with their debut album New Eyes, using electronic music with dance and even classical elements. Their tongue in cheek humour caused many to see them as a ‘joke band’, but their classical approach to pop music soon caught on, as they made a name for themselves as one of the most unique live acts in the UK today.
Balance and Composure Epic Studios – 15th October American punk five-piece Balance and Composure are about to embark on their biggest UK tour to date. Having toured with the likes of La Dispute and Touche Amore, the band’s name has become synonymous in the rebirth of the post-hardcore genre, giving it a more progressive and emotional layer. With a mix of an abrasive delivery similar to Nirvana, progressive melodies and a severe depth with singer Jon Simmons’ lyricism, you can expect an extremely intense performance.
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Manchester Orchestra Waterfront – 28th September No, not an actual orchestra (and not even from Manchester...), Manchester Orchestra are the complete opposite. Touring their new album Cope, the Atlanta based alternative rock band are the American equivalent of Biffy Clyro, somehow managing to make weird music mainstream. The band (with an impressive array of beards) range from melodic soft rock with atmospheric touches not far away from Arcade Fire to a relentlessly aggressive delivery that you’d expect to come out of a metal band. Having toured the world multiple times, their onstage performance has been honed to acute perfection.
Legends of the folk music circuit, the popular duo of Steve Knightly and Phil Beer once again bring Miranda Sykes along for an evening of traditional English folk music. Having previously headlined prestigious venues such as the Royal Albert Hall, the group are treating their fans to not one, but two full sets in Norwich. For fans of acoustic heavyweights such as Seth Lakeman and Billy Bragg, Show of Hands provide a laid-back atmosphere that can quickly transform into a midnight pub style singalong.
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Fun Outside Summer 2014
isiting Highball Climbing Centre, it’s easy to see why climbing is recognised as one of the top 4 UK sports showing continual increase in participation numbers. Opening in 2012, Highball provided Norfolk with its first dedicated climbing centre. It has quickly grown into one of the best centres in the country. There are lots of different styles of climbing but broadly speaking, there’s either indoor or outdoor. Indoor climbing takes place on manmade climbing walls and structures, which have coloured holds to denote the route to climb. You generally either climb higher walls using safety ropes, or climb shorter walls, up to 4.5 meters high, above a safety mat without ropes. This is
known as bouldering and is the fastest growing style of climbing. Either way climbing in any form is fun, challenging and great exercise. We spoke to Thomas Smith, the assistant manager who said: “Climbing is for anyone of any age. The youngest we’ve had climbing is 18 months and the oldest was 76”. A big thing that separates climbing from other sports or activities is the way people of mixed ability can take part side by side. Each route represents a different level of difficulty, so it’s easy to find one at your level and map your progression. This makes Highball a really social environment, unlike the gym, with groups of friends or families with mixed ability climbing together for hours.
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Art in the Park This summer, Diss is getting arty! We spoke to Issy Coe, who is part of Waveney Springs Art Collective, to find out more.
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aveney Springs Art Collective was formed in 2008 so that artists and makers living and working within approximately a 15 mile radius of Diss could come together to share ideas, give workshops and exhibit as a group. Members of the collective live and work on both sides of the upper Waveney River, hence the name.
“We would love members of the public to join in”, says Issy. “Whether you are a professional or amateur artist, or have never painted before, all are welcome so please come and join us for a fun day! Waveney Springs members will be on hand to help and advise and there may be a workshop or two taking place as well.”
In April the group had an exhibition of work at The Corn Hall Gallery in Diss and this year saw the seventh open studios event taking place over the spring bank holiday at the end of May and the following weekend.
To register for a free place please email: waveneysprings@aol.com or telephone the secretary, Issy Coe, on 07990 573818.
Events coming up include “Art In The Park” in Diss (beside The Mere) on Saturday 2nd August, followed by the 5th year of “Art in Shop Windows” which runs throughout the month of August. “Art In The Park” coincides with Diss “Love Your Park” week and members of the Waveney Springs Art Collective will be sketching or painting around the Mere between 11am and 4pm.
Waveney Springs covers a wide variety of talents: painters using a variety of media, printmakers, glassmakers, sculptors, potters and textile artists. If you’d like to find out more about these paintings or about the artists themselves, then visit www.waveneysprings.co.uk
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s it time for a change of décor? Are your walls in need of freshening up? Do you like soft tones that blend in with your surroundings to create a space that’s calm and tranquil, or bright contrasting colours and bold textures for a real statement of vibrancy? Either can bring your outdoor room to life!
The use of climbers is not just restricted to boundaries boundar and hiding eyesores, they look fantastic over ar arches, ches, pergolas and obelisks too.
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Both will cover a large area, happily scrambling up into int trees if left to their own devices, but be sure to give gi C. armandii a very sheltered and well-lit position in or order der for it to thrive.
Speed of growth can be impressive, Fallopia baldschuanica (Mile-a-minute or Russian vine) tops the running order, covering virtually anything with ease; it’s the climbing equivalent of Leylandii, but with semievergreen leaves and panicles of cream flowers in late summer it has its place. Another ‘fast-growing’ family is Parthenocissus (Virginia creepers and self-clinging Boston ivy) offering good coverage and wonderful autumn leaf colours. A new variety, Fenway Park, has bright yellow foliage which makes it a great foil for other garden plants. Clematis
If your site is cool and shady, climbing hydrangeas will perform incredibly well, the deciduous H. petiolaris and evergreen H. seemannii both have white lace-cap flowers, and they support themselves (come on you hydrangeas!) by means of aerial roots, as do Hedera (ivy). Choose a cream or gold variegated ivy to brighten up a dull spot, and if you’re changing the carpet as well as decorating the walls then ivies also make colourful weed-suppressing ground cover (underplant with spring bulbs for added effect).
Use fragrant types near seating areas, most honeysuckles, jasmines and wisteria give good scent, as will Trachelospermum jasminoides and some clematis, such as the rampant C. montana Elizabeth, and evergreen C. armandii which smells lightly of vanilla.
A sense of privacy is an issue for many people, so why not create a living screen? Clematis are simple to grow; plant large-flowered hybrids a little deep, train new growth almost horizontally, snaking the stems from side to side or spiralling around the support to encourage mor moree shoots and flowers (this method of training can be used on many climbers and will ease the problem oblem of too much top growth and nothing beneath), then maintain a frame–work by clipping back after flo flowering weri ring ng to keep plants tidy. Increasing the height of your boundary fence by the addition of trellis and climbers is one option when privacy is a concern, or you might instead wish to consider putting up a free-standing structure closer to the house. A 5ft high screen near to the patio, patio smothered with suitably chosen climbers, can gi give ve you more privacy than a large tree at the end of the garden, and in the process you’ve created a room om within a room, your very own outdoor sanctuary! tuary! tuary!
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10 tips for looking after your lawnmower W e caught up with Richard Carver, a lawnmower repair man from Fundenhall, to hear his top tips for keeping your mower healthy this summer.
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it away in a shed or garage and use a brush to clean the underside and blade, allowing it to dry faster. Never wash your mower when it is still hot. 9. Petrol will go off, so at the end of the season, drain off your petrol and refresh at the beginning of the next season. DON’T use two-stroke petrol! It has oil in it which can damage the mower. 10. If your mower doesn’t sound right, get it checked out. It could save you lots of money in the long run!
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Collecting Antique Silver
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or many hundreds of years silver has been avidly sought after for its beauty, value and practicality. Traditionally silver was seen as a sign of wealth within families and religious establishments, with the added advantage that it could be melted down and used as bullion if the need arose.
Steer clear of worn, dented, repaired pieces – always go for quality. Finally price should be considered – a good clean, honest, unusual and interesting piece will always command a higher price. Expect to pay a premium too for pieces by a particularly sought-after silversmith and pieces assayed in Scotland and Ireland.
The English hallmarking system began in 1300. Only pieces containing at least 92.5% silver to 7.5% copper could be termed sterling and receive the official mark. Assay offices were established across the country, but only 5 are still in operation today: London, Birmingham, Dublin, Edinburgh and Sheffield. I will go into more detail about hallmarking in the next issue. When you purchase a modern piece of silver today you are mostly paying for the design and workmanship, whereas historically the majority of the cost was down to the weight. Georgian pieces (1714-1811) were plain in design whilst in the Victorian period (1837-1901) the fashion was for elaborate chasing and decorative, heavy embossing. Consequently family pieces were often sent back to the silversmith to be reworked rather than sold and new purchased. Today these ‘altered’ pieces are given a wide berth by the fastidious collectors who don’t consider them as ‘original’. If you are considering collecting silver then buy the very best you can afford. An altered piece will always have a lower value should you decide in the future to sell or pass on your collection. Many readers will be familiar with on-site auctions. If you are a novice I would think very carefully before purchasing this way. My advice would always be to try and handle the piece you are interested in. Pick it up, feel the weight and the gauge (thickness). Look carefully for any damage, repairs or alterations. Talk to the seller – do they have any history on the piece? Who is the maker? Don’t be afraid to ask questions. If you are unfamiliar with the hallmarking system ask the seller to date the item for you. A reputable seller will be happy to share their knowledge.
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WHAT SHOULD I COLLECT? Many collectors start with small interesting pieces that can be displayed attractively or used in the home. Sewing accessories, decorative boxes, cigar cases, vestas, card cases, tableware, salvers, cutlery, tea sets, pens, pencils, decanters , wine labels, fruit knives, dressing table pieces, scent bottles , candlesticks, inkwells… The list is endless and will ultimately come down to personal taste and budget. Prices can range from a few pounds into the high thousands. There is plenty of silver out there – find the pieces that interest you, give you enjoyment and enhance your collection. Get yourself off to your local antiques fair and enjoy yourself! Happy hunting!
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We are well and truly in the holiday season now, so our film buff, Ian Kemsley, has picked three summer blockbusters: one for the kids, one for kids of all ages, and one for kids of a certain age and gender...
How to Train Your Dragon 2 The most unimaginatively named sequel of the summer brings back the highly imaginative animated adventures of Viking kids and dragons. Director and co-writer Dean DeBlois returns with his cast of famous voices, plus the addition of Cate Blanchett, and the rollicking music of John Powell drives the story on as before. But who cares who’s behind the camera when you’ve got characters with names like Hiccup, Toothless, Snotlout, Tuffnut and Ruffnut? Humour and adventure in equal measure.
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Guardians of the Galaxy Can Marvel do it again? With the success of the whole Avengers universe, Marvel are now unleashing a whole new band of superheroes, this time including a tree-man and a machine-gun-wielding raccoon (voiced by Bradley Cooper). Believe it or not, it looks quite cool in the trailers. Marvel are good at making these things work, so expect something slick and entertaining, and various references to the rest of the Marvel universe. The cast is good, with Chris Pratt leading, Zoe Saldana and our very own Karen Gillan (from Doctor Who), with able support from Vin Diesel, Glenn Close and Benicio del Toro. Director James Gunn also made the excellent Super, and comedy-horror Slither. Book now. Release: 31 July
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The Great War and the Home Front
In the last two issues I have written about the men of our region who went to war and sadly did not return. Apart from the devastating effect this loss had on their families and friends, the First World War had an enormous impact on the lives of everyone in Norfolk and Suffolk. For those families in rural towns and villages in which agriculture was the main source of income, life did not just carry on as normal.
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he outbreak of the war in August 1914 did not immediately affect agricultural communities as that year’s harvest had already been brought in by the time the young men started to sign up at local recruiting offices. However, by 1915 the national agricultural workforce had dropped by 7% and a poor harvest that year meant that County War Agricultural Committees were created in an attempt to improve the situation. One way in which they tried to boost the local workforce was encouraging women to leave their household duties and to work in the fields instead.
However, it is clear that work by women on the agricultural tasks previously undertaken by the men of the community was not sufficient. County Education Committees in the region therefore brought in a system of school exemption certificates which were issued to farmers who could give work to boys over twelve years of age (the normal school leaving age at the time was 14). Later on provision was also made for girls to be exempt from school if they were needed at home to look after their younger siblings while their mothers worked.
5th May 1916 – There are 15 children absent through sickness and agricultural employment 30th June 1916 – Many children are frequently absent as the mothers are working on the land and the elder children are looking after the younger ones 15th June 1917 – The Attendance Officer visited [and] took the names of 7 boys employed in Agriculture 1st March 1918 – The attendance for the year has been only 81% due to abnormal sickness and to a large number of boys on Agricultural Employment 22nd March 1918 – There are now 9 boys temporarily released for Agriculture, and as many more are casually employed, the attendance and progress of these boys are greatly hampered. County initiatives such as these were supplemented by the national Women’s Land Army which organised the employment of around 20,000 women across the country in all sorts of land-related jobs. However, it is clear that the Great War not only had an effect on the generation of men who fought for their country. The impact on their families left behind was also tremendous, not least on the countless boys and girls who missed out on vital, basic education in order to keep the economy of their agricultural communities afloat. If you would like to discover more about the history of your family or house then Sarah can help. Give her a call on 01379 890215 or visit www.ancestral-heritage.co.uk to find out more.
Rickinghall School in 1916 Working on Potato Crop
The school logbook for fo the north th Suffolk Suff village of Rickinghall gives us an insight into how these various measures impacted on school life. A selection of relevant entries written by the headmaster into the logbook read: 16th October 1915 – Three boys have gone to work by taking advantage of the new provisions for the Employment of Children in Agriculture
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hetford Voices is the vocal part of the Thetford Music Project. They deliver in-school workshops and promote singing collaborations between schools across the town, growing with the generous support of local and national funders. This summer, young singers from across Norfolk and Suffolk are warmly welcomed to take part in a popular event in Thetford. Oversubscribed in 2013, Thetford Voices is back this summer with even more going on during its two days of singing workshops on Tuesday 12th and Wednesday 13th August. For the main programme for 6-14 year olds, the group will be discovering more songs of stage and story. Annie and Cats are two of the musicals the group will be drawing on, with Billy Elliott and Matilda among others making an appearance. As ever, songs are chosen to suit the range of age
and experience of those taking part, with big choruses, comedy numbers, semi-staging and partsinging building up to another of the exhilarating concerts for parents and friends which happen at the end of the course.
Council, the D’Oyly Carte Trust and Norfolk County Council’s Arts Project, fees remain low: £7 for the two days of the main course and £2 each for the additional sessions.
Course directors are Christopher Wray (Director of Fulham Children’s Choir) who joins Thetford Voices again straight from directing the children’s choirs at Dartington International Summer School, and local song leader Sarah Skinner. Sarah will also lead one of two additional sessions, a toddlers’ hour from 10.00 - 11.00 on Tuesday August 12th. Later that evening (6.30 - 8.30), Chris heads a youth music theatre session, featuring Sondheim’s Sweeney Todd, with singers from 15 year olds to young adults welcome. Through the generous sponsorship of our hosts Thetford Grammar School and grants from Breckland
Singers regularly travel across the two counties to join the workshops and Thetford Voices hope to welcome many new as well as returning faces at one or other of the sessions this year. To sign up and for further information, visit www. thetfordmusicproject.org.uk, telephone John Weeks on 01842 820060 or email thetfordvoices@gmail.com
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What does your surname say about you? When we start to look at our family history, one of the first things we look for is the meaning of the name. This issue Glynn Burrows from Norfolk Tours explains what your surname says about your ancestors.
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urnames are often strongly connected to a certain area of the country. Here are a few names which are local to Norfolk – you might know a few people with these surnames!
Lydia Bear, Glynn’s Great Great GreatGrandmother
Surnames which are common in Norfolk: Rallison, Frary, Benefer, Cason, Gurney, Grimmer, Filby, Hipkin, Howling, Foulger, Gotts, Whalebelly In fact, if you are a Benefer, I can guarantee that your ancestors came from King’s Lynn. My great grandmother was a Benefer and I have not yet found any Benefer who isn’t related to me. So, how do we find where our family name originated from? Obviously, if it is a name like Smith or Jones, it will be very difficult but if you have an unusual name, it is always worth putting the name in an early census search on a family history index site and see what comes up. If 99% of the hits are from one area, it could be a good place to start! If I put Rallison or Benefer into a search of the 1851 census index, the only hits are people born in Norfolk.
ha traced back to the 16th Ce Century were in Norfolk I have and North Suffolk. Some are rare names, like Bear, Goll, Benefer and Ebdale but others are quite common like Burrows, Harvey and Claxton. You never know what you will find until you start looking! Glynn Burrows runs Norfolk Tours. You can find out more about his tours at www.norfolk-tours.co.uk or by calling 01362 860096
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Each year a charity is chosen and the collection is presented during this 70 minute solid hymn singing event. If you arrive by 6pm you can enjoy listening to the band playing a warm up before you start to sing. “All are welcome to come and enjoy themselves,” says Gerry. “People have chosen many great hymns that you don’t often sing in church and on this note please remember you do not have to be a church-going person to attend.” For more information contact Gerry on 01379 641487
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Tuesday 23 September Tasmin Little, the world-renowned classical violinist, returns to Fressingfield to open the Festival with a performance of works by Beethoven, Arvo Pärt, Kreisler and others. Tasmin will be accompanied by the acclaimed pianist John Lenehan.
Thursday 25 September New to the festival this year, the Choir of Norwich Cathedral’s repertoire will include classic English works by Byrd, Purcell, Parry and Vaughan Williams, amongst others.
Saturday 27 September Baroque ensemble Badinage brings the festival to a buoyant close with performances of Handel’s Arrival of the Queen of Sheba, Bach’s F Major harpsichord concerto, and works by Vivaldi, Albinoni and Telemann .
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Concerts commence at 7:30pm (doors 6:45pm). Refreshments are available before concerts and during intervals. Tickets for Tasmin Little’s concert cost £20 in advance or £25 at the door; all other concerts are £14 in advance or £15 at the door, subject to availability. Season Tickets for all 5 concerts at £60 are available by phone 01379 586459, online via www.fressingfieldmusic.com or from Fressingfield Stores (mid-August onwards).
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s the Fressingfield Music Festival celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, music lovers can anticipate five nights of wide-ranging, world-class classical and jazz performances at excellent value for money. Held from 23 to 27 September, in the parish church of St Peter and St Paul, Fressingfield, near Harleston, the festival’s reputation for high quality music draws audiences from far afield. This year promises another vibrant programme, with some new and some familiar names to festival regulars.
Wednesday 24 September A festival favourite, concert pianist Meng Yang Pan, returns to the stage performing works by Bach, Chopin, Debussy, Tchaikovsky, Liszt and Strauss. Meng will once again devote some of her rehearsal time to engage with local schoolchildren at the festival’s Education Day.
Friday 26 September Firmly established at the heart of the British jazz scene since appearing at the opening of Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club in 1959, Brian Dee, one of the world’s leading jazz musicians has recorded and appeared with stars such as Bing Crosby, Peggy Lee, Chet Baker and Ben Webster. To celebrate the Festival’s 10th anniversary, Brian will be joined by a selection of friends for what will doubtless be a memorable evening of pure jazz.
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5 mistakes women make in the gym Women get curves by building muscle. We show those curves by losing body fat. Simple. So why are we doing everything to make both those things so hard?
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Anything can work for about 6 weeks, then you need to change it and progress it. On the flip side you need to do something routinely enough and intense enough to force physical change, if you flit from one exercise to the next or one workout to the next you are not allowing time to see the effects.
Mistake 5: Fear of food Eating too little will tell your body to go into starvation mode. This means that the body holds on to fat and lets muscle get broken down for fuel – the opposite of what you want to happen. Remember: it’s fat loss we want, not necessarily weight loss. Combine eating healthily with weight training 3 times per week and it will help you maintain muscle and shift fat.
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Mistake 2: Doing too many sit-ups Here’s a shocker: everyone has a six-pack; you just have to whittle away enough fat so that it shows. Granted, you may want to build the abdominals so they’re more pronounced, but stop thinking that you need to dedicate half your workout or more to working abs. Spend time doing activities which burn fat instead.
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Do step-ups on the bottom step of your stairs for 5 minutes 20 x Press-ups, squats and lunges Plank to help strengthen your core, starting at 30 seconds Work around these exercises 3 or 4 times and you’ll work all of your major muscle groups and keep burning calories long after the session ends. With thanks to Mick Glynn, personal trainer at MG Fitness Studio
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9 Fire Star This is your window of opportunity. Make the most of these two months as a progressive wind is behind you until 7 October. Time to put into action any of your short-term plans, as for a while you are encouraged to jump out of your box and instigate. Take care of your liver by reducing refined sugars and alcohol.
overly rigid in your stance. Take this on the chin as there may be some further soul searching in September. Avoid cold foods straight from the fridge at this time.
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Only by using the determination and self-will you have at your disposal, will you overcome any hurdles thrown your way during August. Focus on completion and pulling your resources together, loose ends may only serve to hold you back, as September could see all your efforts finally come to fruition.
8 Earth Star For a moment you may feel unusually hesitant about which direction you want to go. Be patient, as by the time September arrives, you will have absolutely no doubt and a fair share of opportunities heading your way. Your recently assured nature will be a force to be reckoned with, so be careful not to stand on toes.
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These may be a slow and cumbersome two months, but there’s always a time to act and a time to be still. Now is the time to be still and a chance to place your energy into getting your house in order. As from 8 October you can expect a much-needed boost; so prepare your ship for setting sail then.
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There may be times during August where you will be asked to yield, both mentally and physically. It may be that someone has noticed you becoming
August hopefully brings an atmosphere of tranquillity and calm; a time to put down your tools and be grateful for what recent changes have brought you. You may have much to celebrate, and you more than likely deserve it. Keep an eye on your budget however, and reassess your spending habits if necessary.
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You may feel your normal expansive nature somewhat supressed over the next two months, as you are forced to focus on the here-and-now. You could however, reap some wellearned rewards should you learn to consolidate your ideas and reach completion. Leading by example in this way gains you much kudos.
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For a person that likes their routine, August could prove an exception to the rule. If you feel at all out of your comfort zone, with all the demands of both your time and energy, simply say NO! Having said that, wait until September to make any major decisions, as your perspective will slowly be brought back into focus.
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The intensity you feel over some family issues during August may need you to act responsibly not rashly. Using your innate talent for mitigation, there’s bound to be a win-win situation as a result. Use September as a time to recharge your batteries and the end of the year looks to be a busy one.
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guests fo for lunch so had chosen roast chick chicken fr from the extensive menu of good old English favourites like bangers and mash and lamb casserole. The gentleman sitting next to me was diabetic so this was taken into consideration with an omelette and plenty of veg, after which he tucked into a special diabetes-friendly sponge and custard pud! Lunch costs a very reasonable £5.50. Afterwards there was the option of going outside into the lovely garden area for a chat and a sing-song in the sunshine, or staying inside for a little doze in a comfy chair. The warmth and care I saw at this centre is astonishing and the staff would like as many people (over 55 years of age) as possible to know about it and make use of it. All you have to do is ring 0303 3000 129 and a very nice man will talk you through the options. He can post you a leaflet (which incidentally may be available at your doctor’s surgery) then pass your phone number to the Day Support Club staff who will contact you within two working days. New guests may be offered a trial visit to the centre. They will help you with the transport and possible funding arrangements; all you have to do is let them know that you may be interested. The centre is open on two days but this could be increased according to demand which is great for everyone.
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This gripping ghost story is of local interest for two reasons: first because it’s set in the county and second because the author is a creative writing graduate of the UEA (and, of course, author of numerous successful books including The Boy In The Striped Pyjamas). The plot is suitably in genre: on a dark and chilling night Eliza Caine arrives in Norfolk to take up her position as governess at a local country house. As she makes her way across the station platform, a pair of invisible hands push her from behind into the path of an approaching train and she is only saved by the vigilance of a passing doctor. This is the start of a journey involving abandoned children, unexplained events, terrifying experiences – in short, all you’d want from a modern classic ghost story.
This House Is Haunted John Boyne Black Swan 9780552778428 Paperback £7.99
In his foreword to the book The Prince Of Wales makes clear both his own and the Royal Family’s affection for Edward Seago (it became an annual tradition for the artist to present The Queen Mother with the gift of a painting) and his admiration for the genius of a man who ‘made painting seem so effortless.’ Seago was inspired by Constable, Munnings and John Sell Cotman, but created a style of his own – and a powerful body of work including many wonderful East Anglian landscapes. The author has produced an authoritative volume packed with colour images of Seago’s work. This is both a coffee table book – in the best sense – and a fascinating introduction to a fine artist.
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This is a photographic record of the USAAF in Norfolk in the Second World War. It may not be a subject of interest to all, but if this is your cup of tea you will certainly appreciate the effort that has gone into collecting over 400 photographs taken by American servicemen stationed in ‘Little benham, America, in Norfolk.’ Bases at Hethel and Tibenham, Old Buckenham and Shipdham, Bungay and Seething, Halesworth and Rackheath and many more all feature in this highly illustrated record of a fascinating piece of local military history. As the author says, ‘this is how the Second World War looked to those airmen who were there.’
Yank Bomber Boys in Norfolk Peter W. Bodle Fonthill 9781781553565 Hardback with many black and white illustrations £25
Moving Miles Nigel and Jennifer Ford Paperback with many colour photographs
Is there a milestone somewhere near where you live, perhaps one you pass on the commute to work? Have you by any chance noticed it recently and wondered why you hadn’t noticed it before? In that case, it might be one of the 60 Norfolk milestones cleaned up and restored by the authors and their colleagues (along with a host of local volunteers, mostly schoolchildren) whose efforts are documented in this new book, packed with photographs of the milestones and those who worked on them. The county’s milestones are getting on a bit and certainly in need of the kind of loving care they’ve had from this team, whose efforts have been noted by and gained the support of The Prince of Wales (who indeed makes an appearance in the book).
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John Sell Cotman is a well-known painter of the Norwich School of artists, but his son, Miles Edmund (known to his contemporaries simply as Edmund) also produced a variety of well-executed and distinguished paintings which, argues the author, have been unfairly neglected by posterity. The book provides a sample of the artist’s work (much of which can be viewed in the Norwich Castle Museum) and argues that Edmund has for too long lived unfairly in the shadow of his more famous father.
Norfolk – A History Through Its Village Signs Michael Weatherstone Art2Focus 9780957261716 Paperback £16.99 This work is a labour of love: the author travelled 5,000 miles over many months to create a complete photographic record of Norfolk’s town and village signs. The subject has been tackled before – most notably by John Timpson many years ago – but probably never as exhaustively as this. Over four hundred signs appear in the book, with brief notes on the community in question and an explanation of the images appearing on its sign. If your community has a sign you will almost certainly find it here.
Miles Edmund Cotman (1810-1858) Geoffrey R. Searle Lasse Press 9780956875877 Paperback with colour and black and white illustrations £10
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of the cheapest rates seen for more than six years. However if you only need two or three thousand pounds towards the cost of your home improvements, this is where the banks are much more expensive. If you wanted to borrow £3,000, the average personal loan rate is a whopping 16% APR with some high banks charging as much as 29.9% APR, so you can see that it makes sense to shop around to avoid being ripped off. If you’re comfortable that you can afford to repay what you borrow in around a year and a half, it’s worth considering a credit card offering a promotional interest free offer on purchases.
There are plenty of options when it comes to borrowing the money you need, but don’t fall into the trap of assuming that taking a loan from your own high street bank is best the way to go.
The best buy latest credit cards from Tesco Bank and Santander are worth a look, both giving you 18 months to repay your borrowing without charging you a single penny in interest, as long as you make the repayments on time.
If you’re looking to borrow £7,500 or more then yes, the banks are keen for your business and are offering some very low rates at the moment , including M&S Bank at 4.1% APR, one
If you’re not sure you can manage to repay within that sort of timescale but still want a very affordable option, another smart choice is the low rate credit card from MBNA.
This credit card charges a very competitive rate of interest of just 6.5% APR but unlike the vast majority of credit cards, this particular card enables you to transfer money into your bank account without a transfer fee, and so gives you much more flexibility. Just as you spend hours thumbing through brochures and checking out websites to ensure you get that perfect new look for your home, it’s just as important to compare what’s on offer when it comes to sorting out the money stuff. So while you’re on the lookout for those new kitchen cupboards or getting a quote to give the bathroom a makeover, don’t forget to check out the specialist personal finance websites too.
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