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June 2013 • Issue 36

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Diss Town Carnival: Meet the Carnival Queen Alice Cater St. Mary's Diss Community Fete Summertime Weddings and much, much more!

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Local Information 4 New Mayor for Diss 6 St. Mary's (Diss) Community Fete 9 The Big Lunch comes to Diss

Lifestyle 13 Diss Town Carnival 15 Events: Out & About 18 Schools & Education 20 Summertime Weddings 26 Food & Drink 28 Collectors 29 Health & Wellbeing 30 Homes & Gardens 34 Senior

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Bressingham Primary School Books: - Chris Smith from Woodbridge.

Family ticket to 'Journey Through The Ages': - J. Peachment from Wreningham.

The Spice Cottage: - Sandra Snelling from Rushmere St. Andrew.

Haines Watts / Just Truffles: - Michael Whitehead from Wymondham.

Ask The Chef: - Mrs C. Elliott from Diss.

The Turkuaz: - Mr. M. McCarthy from Wickham Skeith.

Cover: Diss Carnival Queen: Alice Cater, taken in the garden of The Park Hotel. Hair & make-up by VAE of Diss.

Top supplied by Willow of Cobbs Yard. Picture taken by Wendy Aiken Photography.

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Local Updates Your

South Norfolk & North Suffolk

Diss Council

Wind in the Willows comes to Diss

New Mayor for Diss.

Diss Corn Hall to produce first in-house show this Christmas.

New Town Mayor: Neil Howard Diss Town Councillors have elected Neil Howard as Town Mayor for 2013/14. Neil became a Councillor in July 2010 and has since taken a very active role at the Town Council serving as Chairman of a number of Committees including Amenities & Properties and Tourism Leisure & Communities. He has lived in Diss all his life, is married with two children and formerly served the community as a retained firefighter. He is currently employed

as Manager of the Co-operative Food Store in Norwich.

During his year in office he is keen to see the completion and progression of a number of major projects currently underway including the installation of new teenage games facilities in the Park, the Mere Boardwalk project and the development of a Neighbourhood Plan for Diss.

He also would like to strengthen links with other parishes close to Diss and see the Town Council take on more services which are currently provided by the district and county council.

He will be raising funds for two charities, Diss First Responders and the Quidenham Branch of East Anglian Children’s Hospices during the year.

Following his election by fellow Councillors at the Annual Council meeting in May, Neil thanked outgoing Mayor Graham Minshull for his excellent work and said “I am honoured to have been chosen as Mayor and am looking forward to serving the Council and the town of Diss.”

Diss Corn Hall will produce its first ever in-house community production this Christmas. The Wind in the Willows, Alan Bennett’s acclaimed adaptation of Kenneth Grahame’s classic tale, will be directed by Mark Finbow of resident theatre company The Keeper’s Daughter.

With the company specialising in innovative theatre for young people, the production will offer plenty of opportunity for local actors and volunteers of all ages to get involved.

‘This is a great community production of a much-loved favourite and we’re really looking forward to working with local

actors and anybody who would like to be part of the production at the Corn Hall’, said Mark Finbow.

‘If you’d like to discover your inner Ratty or Mr Toad, we’d like to hear from you!’

Angela Sykes, manager of the Corn Hall, said ‘Producing our own show is another exciting step in our development and we hope to involve as many people from the community as possible. The Wind in the Willows is an all-time favourite with adults and children so it is the perfect Christmas entertainment. We have scheduled five performances from Friday 20 to Sunday 22 December but expect tickets to sell fast.’ Tickets are on sale now priced at £9 for adults and children under 16 at £7.

To find out about getting involved in the production back stage with set building, technical assistance, costumes or makeup, please email: productions@ disscornhall.co.uk.

You will be able to keep up with developments by following us on twitter @disscornhall and @keepersdaughter, or by visiting www.disscornhall.co.uk.

Royal British Legion Diss branch.

The branch would like to apologise to Diss and Districts and also to members of the Dickleburgh branch of The Royal British Legion, for inaccuracies supplied for the May 2013 editions of Your Local Magazine and the Roydon Herald regarding the 90th anniversary of the Diss Branch.

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This was due to a miscalculation of dates and in fact this event occurs in November 2014.

Regards, Diss Branch Committee.

LOCAL INFORMATION | updates

A new Crafts Studio and Shop for Diss For that special present, visit DesignerMakers@21…

Just opposite the Corn Hall in Diss, in what is still affectionately known as Albrights, is a new, exciting venture for the town.

DesignerMakers@21 is home to a group of local, professional craftspeople. Set up by The Diss Corn Hall Trust - and made possible by the generosity of the owners of the building, the Ipswich and Diss Area Quakers - DesignerMakers opened its doors on May 10th.

At present, there are five craftspeople in residence. Annette Rolston and Antonia Leverell make hand-printed cushions, prints and womenswear, Kim Marangon's

Saori Shed offers weaving, spinning and knitwear, Debbie McColl (or Beautifully Boho) does hand painted furniture and Kathy Scott creates unique 3D textile sculpture.

Jean Page of Diss Corn Hall Trust says ‘What is special about the project is not just the chance for people making unique and beautiful objects to work together, but that the public can come in and buy work from the makers themselves.

DesignerMakers are looking for more creative craftspeople. Annette Rolston added ’It would be great to get three more people to join us this year. There are so many talented professionals around Diss and this is a fantastic opportunity for them to get their work out into the world.’

DesignerMakers@21 is currently open on Friday from 10-4 or by appointment. Hours will be extended as demand grows.

For more details email info@ designermakers21.co.uk

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St. Mary's (Diss) Community Fete Don't miss this new event on 6th July...

Felix Simpson the towns popular singer and musician Over the past two months or so I have written briefly about the forthcoming summer fete at the parish church. Since last November four of us have been putting plans together to hold a summer fete with a some what different set up and to do that we decided to invite local businesses to have stalls along side those set up by members of the church family. In most cases this is what we try to do with nearly every event that is staged at St. Mary's in Diss and it really comes under the heading of 'Taking the church to its people' So

lets have a full look of what you can expect to see when this fete gets under way on Saturday 6th July 10am to 2pm. The hosts for this occasion will be none other than PARK RADIO with Chris Moyse who will be giving out information about all the stalls around the church grounds along with playing music in between. Other entertainment for you to enjoy will be the CASTLETON BRASS BAND and FELIX SIMPSON the towns popular singer and musician (pictured) both will have two slots during the four hour event. There will be a READY STEADY COOK competition being judged by two local chefs and if that's starting to make you feel hungry then look what we've got for you to eat.

Around mid day a HOG ROAST will be served which proved very popular last year and a FINGER BUFFET run by the W.I. will be on hand throughout the morning.

Now if all that has made you feel thirsty then we have an excellent solution for in the church hall teas and coffees are available but if you want a cold drink then we recommend you visit our REFRESHMENT tent and I know you won't be disappointed when you do. Now for some of the stalls/tables, we have a NAIL and BEAUTY bar for you ladies, Mrs Kiddies lovely cakes, pavlovas and delicious sweet and savoury treats will be on hand for you to treat yourselves, Rags, Bows and Curios a new shop in town will have a table there as well.

The popular BOTTLE STALL along with a grand raffle and many other tables will all be situated around the grounds from the grass area in front of the church office round to the pathway outside the main entrance into the church.

There are lots of other things to see and do and I have only itemised

Stop Press NEWS At the time of submitting this article I have been informed that the person who has agreed to open the fete is Major Graham Goody of 'A' Company The Royal Anglian Regiment (Vikings). This helps keep our strong link with those who received The Freedom of our Town last year.

Gerry Hosking. stalls we have never had before or only had once so hopefully you will come along and spend an enjoyable time there browsing around and make time to have your lunch with us. Admission is FREE and what the committee want you to do is have a good time, go and have a chat with Chris at Park Radio, enjoy listening to the brass band and chat to Felix the singer in between his songs. So put this date 6th July firmly in your minds to come to this new community fete which has been put on for the people of Diss and the surrounding areas where people have a perfect opportunity to meet, socialise and hopefully leave at the end of the event having made new friends, that's what all our planning has been about.

Gerry Hosking.

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LOCAL INFORMATION | updates

A “Just So” Lecture At Diss Decorative & Fine Arts Society.

Lake Palace. Udaipur Tourism April’s lecturer was the experienced adult education specialist, Elizabeth Merry, who set the mood by explaining her own fascination with Kipling from her earliest memories and the “Just So” stories. Her presentation melded three elements with the early life of Rudyard Kipling in India and England, The dramatic history of the mogul Indian empire from the 16th Century to the British Raj and the specific journey of Kipling, as a young reporter, across Rajasthan in the late 19th century.

Elizabeth started with the distinct sides of the “Indian” Kipling in his earliest life as a privileged, even spoilt, European in Bombay and, after being sent to school in England, as the “English” boy fostered on the middle class South Coast. Probably a difficult and precocious child he only developed as life became happier at Westward Ho College, the basis of his Stalky & Co. school stories.

In June the final lecture of the season will be “The Glamour Holiday” delivered by Dr. Claire Walsh Tuesday, 18th June 2013 Roydon Village Hall from 1.30pm. Tea & Coffee is served before the presentation. Car parking is available but may be restricted in poor weather. For more details on lectures and membership, visit www.dissdfas. org.uk

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Grain Brewery to Join the Corn Hall

The Rotary Club of Diss and District

Diss Corn Hall welcomes local brewery onboard.

Lending with care.

The Corn Hall is very pleased to welcome the award-winning Grain Brewery to take over running its bar from the 22nd May. The brewery, based in Alburgh, has won the coveted Best Norfolk Drinks Producer 2012 at the EDP Food & Drink Awards and Champion Beer of Norfolk in 2011 and 2012 from CAMRA. The revamped bar will offer two or three Grain beers on tap, together with a range of Grain bottles and good quality lagers and cider. Grain will also introduce a selection of popular drinks from their Norwich pub, The Plough, as well as some classics: Best Gin & Tonic in Diss, Bloody Mary, Polish Martini and Kentucky Mule along with a hand-picked range of spirits, wines and soft drinks. Other plans are to offer a small range of bar snacks including Vic’s famous sausage pies and ice cream from fellow local producers, Alburgh

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Luxury Ice Cream. The bar will start serving from 6.30pm on event nights for people to relax and enjoy a pre-show drink.

Joint founder of Grain Brewery Phil Halls said, ‘We believe we can provide a great range of drinks and service and really give the bar what it needs to serve the Hall well'.

Commenting on the new partnership, Angela Sykes, manager of the Corn Hall, said: ‘Grain Brewery has a growing fan club in the local area and we’re really excited about bringing their excellent beers, energy and professionalism to the Corn Hall. And, with the earlier opening time of 6.30pm, the bar will be the perfect place to have a relaxing drink with friends before and after events.’

The popular Corn Hall Beer Festival, now in its fifth year, will go ahead on Friday 11th and Saturday 12th October. Visit our website www.disscornhall.co.uk.

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A group of women who have benefited from a Microfinance loan doing their accounts.

The Rotary Club of Diss and District is renowned for raising and donating money for good causes locally, nationally and internationally.

In March this year, the Rotary club joined the ‘Lend with Care’ programme where organisations and individuals lend money to entrepreneurs in developing countries.

One of the great paradoxes of the developing world is that those individuals in most need of banking services and credit are those most likely to lack sufficient collateral to support it. In the past decade, there has been increasing focus on Microfinance as a tool to alleviate poverty and sustain business models. The club felt that, rather than donating money, more use could be made of some of the money collected if it was loaned to small businesses in developing countries. £300 was used from the club’s general resources and five entrepreneurs each received £60

towards their project.

Within 24 hours, all of our chosen entrepreneurs had obtained 100% financial support from other lenders around the world. The five were chosen because it was felt their project would assist in the development of the area in which they live and work. They are a greengrocer, a farmer, a butcher, a general store and an internet cafe.

As they make monthly repayments of the money we have lent, it will be lent out to other entrepreneurs on the ‘Lend with Care’ programme, thereby helping many businesses by recycling our original £300 investment.

The Co-operative Bank oversees the project by linking with banks in these countries and so far the project is active in Togo, Benin,the Philippines, Cambodia, Ecuador and Bosnia Herzegovina.

For more information about the ‘Lend with Care’ programme go to http://www.lendwithcare.org/.

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The Big Lunch comes to Diss Come and tuck in.

Now in it's 3rd year, The Big Lunch is the brainchild of the Eden Project.

Communities all over the country are invited to organise a lunch to share with their neighbours on the first Sunday in June.

Diss Community Partnership has taken up the challenge of keeping Diss a Cittaslow town; which means promoting local, lowintensity, slow ways of living, and what better way to start than to hold

our own Big Lunch? This is DCP's first Cittaslow event and will be held at the United Reformed Church on Mere Street (opposite the Co-Op) on Sunday 2nd June from 12 noon to 2pm. Everyone is invited, just bring along a plate of food to share, meet your neighbours and find out more about community groups in Diss.

For more information visit www.thebiglunch.com

Steel Magnolias Auditions coming soon.

Mere Players will be giving a presentation for their next production ‘Steel Magnolias’ on Sunday 2nd June at Diss Junior School at 2 pm. This is the story of six Louisiana women who share gossip, secrets and friendship in their visits to Truvy’s beauty parlour & who take comfort in

their friendship in times of trouble.

Performances will be at Roydon Village Hall on the 4th-7th December and auditions will take place on Sunday 16th June. For further details contact April Secrett 07985 733 773, Andy Kemp 07789 110928 or e mail steelmagnolias@ mereplayers.com

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Better with age

News From Diss Library

Dogs Trust Snetterton re-homing appeal.

Local historian Elizabeth Budd visits town.

Getting older is usually filled with negative implications but many things we love and enjoy are truly appreciated because of a little age; full bodied red wine, delectable aged cheeses, casseroles eaten the day after cooking, family antiques, classic cars, worn-in jeans, worn-out leather, and of course, compost! Eleven year old Crossbreed, Hamish, is wiser in years but it is just this that makes him so delightful.

Says Kate Brewster, Dogs Trust Snetterton Supporter Relations Officer: “Hamish is

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the sweetest chap you could ever hope to meet, he has such a loveable character and gives the best cuddles in the kennels which has secured him many fans amongst staff here at the centre! A perfect gentleman, Hamish came in to us through no fault of his own, he has impeccable manners, knows all his basic commands, and is already housetrained.

“A happy hound, Hamish enjoys short strolls, and would be very content with a life that contained loving people to rub his tummy, and a comfy bed where he can snooze and watch the world go by. Hamish loves people and will make a wonderfully loving and loyal companion once settled in to a new home.”

If you can offer this mature man a loving home please call Dogs Trust Snetterton on 01953 498 377 or visit www.dogstrust. org.uk to find out more.

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Diss library is very pleased to welcome local historian Elizabeth Budd to give a talk on Diss in Archives; Family & local history in real records, from parish registers to poor rates, apprenticeship to assisted emigration at the library at 6pm on Thursday 13th June.

Free tickets for this event will be available from the library. There will also be a display of local photos from the Picture Norfolk collection; do drop in to look at these even if you can't get to the talk as we have some fairly recent photos in this collection and you may recognise someone!

June 24th- 30th is National Book Start week. Book Start gifts a bag of

books to all babies and toddlers to encourage reading together. On Thursday 27th June 10.30 - 12 noon there will be a Stay and Read session at the library where parents, carers and grandparents can discover some new picture books to share with the little ones, and maybe rediscover some old favourites at the same time. It's FREE to join, borrow books and use the internet at your library and you can get a library card if you live in, work in or visit Norfolk. For library opening times and more information on all our events and services visit: www. norfolk.gov.uk/libraries, or call Diss library on 01379 642609.

Opening Hours Monday: 9.00-5.00 Tuesday 9.00-1.00 Wednesday: 9.00-1.00; 2.00-7.30; Thursday: 9.00-5.00 Friday: 9.00-5.00; Saturday: 9.00-1.00

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A family tour of the town

Diss Market Manager

For Pip Abbott's Centenary.

Mr Bernard Elvin Retires After 15 Years Service.

My Dad would have been 100 this year, so the family are planning centenary celebrations. ‘Pip’ Abbott was born in 1913 and came to Diss as a baby when his father, Amos, became waterworks engineer.

Pip was a Corporal in the Royal Engineers and nearly got left behind at Dunkirk. While awaiting embarkation he fell asleep. Realising he wasn’t with them, two pals went back for him. I remember him singing the Hurrah for the CRE (Corps of Royal Engineers) song: You make fast, I make fast, make fast the dinghy, Make fast the dinghy pontoon.

We are marching on to Laffan’s Plain, Where they don’t know sugar from marching order, marching order, Marmalade or jam.

When I was young I had a book about jazzman Acker Bilk and I noted that one of his albums featured the CRE March. I have often wondered why. Now I know that Acker was in the Royal Engineers in Egypt, where he learned to play the clarinet.

I have listened on-line to the regiment playing and singing it. The words are very odd and clearly reflect their days stationed in Africa during the Boer War, with Kaffir expressions: Oshta, oshta, oshta, oshta.

Ikona malee, picaninny skoff, Ma-ninga sabenza here’s another off.

The on-line version doesn’t say ‘Marmalade or jam’ but ‘where they don’t know mud from clay’. There were probably various versions.

Laffan’s Plain was near the Aldershot garrison.

I thought, if we all got together for Pip Day, we could have a tour of the places associated with Dad’s life and I could have bits of significant music on a tape recorder.

He liked the Easter Hymn from the Cavaliera Rusticana, for instance, having first heard it in a Berlin concert at the end of the war. He and one other soldier were the only ones who took up the offer of free tickets.

Basil Abbott, Diss Museum.

speech from the town mayor thanking Bernard for his work over the years and supporting the market stall holders in all weathers.

Bernard replied thanking the stall holders for all their help and support as well as his workmates from the Bernard (centre) with town council. He was then workmates and stall holders. taken by his workmates etc to the White Horse for a nice A surprise retirement Presentation was held for Mr cup of coffee to celebrate his retirement.

Elvin on Diss Market Place.

Ps. Bernard wishes to thank Bernard received cards and gifts from Diss town council and everyone for a great surprise the Market traders after a short and gifts.

Check your Dates and Times For St. Mary's Church Concerts.

The Summertime concerts at St. Mary's church Diss are now arranged by different organisers, they are not always on a Friday as in past years and the times are different also. I recommend that all those who wish to attend please check the notice boards outside the church.

The concerts for June are as follows, Saturday 8th June

at 7.30pm you can enjoy 'Jenny Eason & Friends' who will entertain you on Piano, Viola And Flute.

Friday evening 14th June the popular 'CHYMe Concert returns. CHYMe stands for 'Charity for young musicians' and I know that if you enjoy classical music then you will really enjoy both these events.

Gerry Hosking.

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Versatile. Aesthetic. Ergonomic

VAE HAIR SALON CAME OUT SHINING! Diss based VAE Hair salon has won a sought after place at the prestigious L’Oréal Colour Trophy Grand Final 2013. VAE Hair are feeling extremely proud of their team after their expertise in fashion led hairdressing won over a panel of acclaimed judges in a National live hairdressing competition. The team are now just one step away from winning the L’Oréal Professional Colour Trophy.

The L’Oréal Colour Trophy regional tour swept through the UK visiting seven regions and attracted over 900 of the country’s most talented competitors and fashion hungry followers. Each of the salon teams were requested to create an overall model look that flawlessly merged a well-executed haircut, inspirational hair colour alongside editorially inspired clothes styling that reflected awareness of key trends from the Autumn/Winter 2013/14 runway collections.

“Getting through to the grand final was totally unexpected and extra special considering we have only been open a matter of months. I am very proud of the entire team and all of their hard work” Alastair Having now secured their place in the elite group of grand finalists, VAE Hair now will prepare to join the UK’s most talented hairdressers on Monday 3rd June. Both VAE Hair’s team and the audience will have a tense wait to see who will take home hairdressing’s most established and coveted trophy.

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LOCAL LIFESTYLE | diss town carnival

Diss Town Carnival Moments in History Sunday 16th June.

The Diss Carnival takes place on Sunday 16th June with a theme of 'Moments in History' This theme should give a wide a variety of subjects and it is hoped will inspire the local community to take part and make this year's event the most successful yet.

The Hoxon Hundred Morris Dancers and Friends will start the proceeding off with displays from 11.30am at Market Place and Mere's Mouth. This year sees the return by public demand of the Glenmoriston Pipe Band to lead the procession through the streets of Diss. The Procession starts

from Roydon Road at 1pm, down St Nicholas Street, it then travels through Diss town centre, along Park Road, Denmark Street and finishes at Shelfanger Road.

The Fun Day at the Football ground in Brewers Green Lane starts at 2pm with the opening of the event by the Carnival Queen at approx 2.00. During the afternoon there will be displays by the Military Working Dogs Team from USAF Mildenhall, Bazza Bizarre and the Pipe Band plus Park Radio will be on hand to introduce the live Bands on stage. Combat Paintball will be attending again plus old favourites

to include Bungey Trampolines, Climbing Wall and children's rides and activities.

As always there will be stalls to include a local crafts Marquee, plate smashing and static displays and there will be plenty of refreshments too from BBQ, Hog Roast, tea & coffee, cakes and vegetarian options.

So come along on Sunday 16th June and enjoy an amazing Family Day for all the community.

Entry Adult ÂŁ3 children, U16 free when accompanied by an adult.

Web site: www.diss-carnival.co.uk e: doreencollins@btinternet.com

TIMETABLE OF EVENTS (Correct at time of going to press)

14.00 Opening of event by

Carnival Queen

followed by

presentation of prizes 14.15 Live Music: Zoom 15.00 Glenmoriston Pipe Band 15.00 Bazza Bizarre 15.30 US Military Dog

Display Team 16.00 Live Music:

Little Red Kings 16.30 Live Music:

Captain Kirks Mandolins 17.00 - 17.30 Live Music: Zoom 18.00ish Close.

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LOCAL LIFESTYLE | diss town carnival

Meet your new Carnival Queen The Diss Carnival Queen 2013 is... Alice Cater.

Alice, 18, only entered the competition after being persuaded that she might have a chance.

'I'm not a naturally confident person and often get embarrassed if someone pays me a compliment,' says Alice. 'But one day I thought‌you only live once.. so I entered. When I got the text telling me I'd won, I burst into

tears. It's an amazing feeling and I'm really excited about fulfilling my duties.'

Alice works full-time as a carer for Sovereign Homecare.

'After a year in sixth form, I realised that my strengths lay in more practical areas so I left and started working as a carer,' says Alice. 'Now I visit people in their own homes, helping them with their meals, personal care and medication. It was definitely the right thing to do and I love caring.

I love the fact that each day is different and that I leave people with a smile on their face.'

For our photoshoot, Alice's hair was styled by Alastair from VAE Hair Salon on St Nicholas St, Diss. He will also be styling her hair for the crowning ceremony at Proms in the Park on Saturday June 15th and opening up especially the

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following morning to make sure Alice's hair is perfect for her role in the Diss Carnival procession.

A big thank you to Willow in Cobbs Yard (to the rear of Norfolk House Yard) for the loan of Alice's top for the photoshoot and to the Park Hotel for allowing us to photograph Alice in their beautiful garden.

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LOCAL LIFESTYLE | events: out and about

Events Out & About Your Local

Combat Paintball Experience

On Sunday 28th April, we made our way to Combat Paintball for my nephew's Junior Paintball Birthday Party, playing against last months winner from Your Local Magazine.

When we arrived we were very impressed by the organised & atmospheric environment which made it feel like we were walking into a real army camp. We were greeted and taken to our designated areas where we were supplied with camouflaged overalls, together with body armour for the children.. Due to our size of party, we were then teamed up with another small group to make a large Yellow Team.

It was then time for the Safety Talk. This was very impressive as it added humour to keep the children interested, however you could tell by this talk that Safety was taken very seriously which was re-assuring.

Everyone was issued with a helmet

and although not essential were advised to wear gloves (which were not supplied).

It was time for our first game against the orange team. We were led to the first area where the aim of the game was to shoot at the opposition until there was ‘one man standing’.

This game helped everyone adjust to their paintball guns and ease into the event really well.

We then returned to camp for a refreshment break. After what seemed like no time at all, we were being led to our second game ‘Zombie Graveyard’.

The aim of this game was for one team to protect the church against the other team, now known

as Zombies, as they had to try and make their way to the church without being hit. This game was my favourite and I think the children’s favourite also as the time went so quick before we were all back at camp for another break.

The last game was called ‘Footy Frenzie’ where prior to the game the adults were taken to one side and given a smoke grenade each. We were then taken to another area, where the Footy Frenzie began, the idea of this game was to get the very large football into your opponents net without being hit….. easier than it sounds, especially when the smoke grenades were being let off all over the place!

Sadly overall the yellow team didn’t win however with comments from the children such as ‘that was awesome’, ‘epic’, ‘cool’, ‘I’m going to do this for my birthday’ who needs to win when they had such a great day.

To end our day at Combat Paintball a team photograph was taken and placed on their Facebook page which was a lovely momento of our great day.

Overall the children had an absolutely fantastic day, a brilliant way to get the children and adults away from their console games and outside in the fresh air.

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LOCAL LIFESTYLE | events: out and about

ECHC Charity Bike Show 2013 The Red Lion, Needham near Harleston (off the A143) Sunday 30th June 2013.

Harley-Davidson is an American motorcycle manufacturer founded in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, during the first decade of the 20th century and it was one of two major American motorcycle manufacturers to survive the Great Depression. The company sells heavyweight (over 883cc) motorcycles designed for cruising on the highway. Harley’s have a distinctive design and exhaust note and are especially noted for the tradition of heavy customization that gave rise to the chopper-style of motorcycle. Prices start at £5850 for a 883cc Sportster to £29,690 for the 1800cc Classic Electra Glide.

The East Coast Harley Club is a club of Harley Davidson owning and riding people from all over the East Anglia region. The club started 25 years ago in a sitting room with 7 Harley riding friends and now membership stands at over 70. We are a bit of a broad church, with members including rally goers, custom builders and some of our members have a particular interest in older models.

The ECHC has meetings on the third Wednesday of every month, and every year hold a 3 day Summer Party, Winter Party, Memorial Run, and the Charity Bike Show raised £1200 in 2010

and £2136 in 2011 for Help for Heroes and East Anglian Air Ambulance. In 2013 on a very wet Sunday we raised £840 for Prostate Cancer and East Anglian Air Ambulance.

The ECHC Charity Bike Show 2013 will be held at The Red Lion, Needham near Harleston (off the A143) on Sunday 30th June 2013 from 12 pm. There will be 10 show classes, live music, outside beer tent, raffle, ice cream, BBQ and the Red Lion will be offering a delicious Hog Roast. All proceeds will be divided equally between the East Anglian Air Ambulance and The Prostate Cancer charities, entry only £2.00.

Please come along and support the charities whether you’re a biker, interested in bikes, or just looking for a pleasant afternoon out. You’d be made more than welcome by the ECHC and the Red Lion!

Exciting times for local Indie Rock Band Success for Secret from Richard.

Local Indie Rock band Secret from Richard have been quietly taking the local music scene by storm.

Made up of our four lads from Attleborough - Shaun Banham, 19, Jason Sturman, 20, Matt Brookson, 18 and Jesse Baker, 16 - the band have been together for a year and half.

In February they did Attleborough proud by winning a Battle of the Bands competition in Lowestoft. The boys had drawn the short straw and had to play first but stormed through their 30-minute set playing a mix of covers and original material. Supported by a brilliant crowd, they nailed it!

The fantastic prize included ten days in a recording studio at Timeshift Studios in Halesworth, a professional photo short and a dedicated website.

They are now through to the semi-final of a second Battle of the Bands competition organised by Kings Lynn radio station, KLFM. Their track will be played live on air with listenings choosing the eventual winner.

Secret from Richard's influences include Foals, Bloc Party and Bombay Bicycle Club.

On July 12th they will be supporting These Ghosts at Open in Norwich.

'Our ultimate ambition is to go as far as we can and get to play huge festivals like Reading,' says guitarist Shaun.

You can follow the band on Facebook and Twitter.

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LOCAL LIFESTYLE | schools and education

Schools & Education Your Local

Diss Town FC Academy

Are looking for Talented footballers aged between 16 - 18.

Do you have a passion and desire to develop your game with a view to the possibility of pursuing a career in the football industry. You also need commitment, reliability and the ability to fit into a team environment.

What we are offering?

A paid apprenticeship with Diss Town FC for a minimum of 16hrs per week. Specialist coaching by a qualified, professional team to develop and enhance your technical, tactical and physical conditioning.

Industry relevant level 2 and 3 NVQ/ BTEC QCF approved accreditations.

Playing time in regional and national competitions.

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How it works: A minimum of 2hrs of elite-level coaching per day. Innovative practical based education and training.

Weekly competitive matches.

The Academy is located at Brewers Green Lane which is where both practical and theory sessions will take place and where “home� matches will normally be played.

For more info or to apply for an apprenticeship place please contact: Mark Reeve, Academy Manager, Diss Town FC. Tel: 01603 867266, Mobile: 0796053752.

E: mark.reeve@disstownfc.co.uk

LOCAL LIFESTYLE | schools and education

A Summer Play Idea from Imps Make Ice Paints.

School summer holidays are looming on the horizon!

Amongst the lovely days out, we all need some cheap play days at home too. Here’s a cool tried-andtested play idea from Imps for you to try!

Ice Paints You need; Plastic cups, paint, water, and some short sticks (e.g old pencils or pieces of dowel, just sand the ends to ensure no sharp edges), sticky tape.

What to do Half fill each cup with paint of your choice. Add water, not right to the top, you need room to stir!

Stir well, then pop a stick in each cup, using two long strips of tape either side to hold it more-or-less upright. Freeze. When you’re ready to paint, cut the cup and

sticky tape and ease them off. Use them outside on big paper (brown wrapping paper is cheap, large and recommended!). To begin with they draw like crayons, but as they begin to melt things change…… lots to talk about with your preschooler, but be warned, this can get very messy!!! www.impscreativity.co.uk

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LOCAL LIFESTYLE | summertime weddings

Weddings...

Summertime

Wendy Aiken Photography

Your wedding is such an important day and capturing the spirit and atmosphere of your day is essential.

I pride my s e l f in telling your story in photos, quietly taking natural images that when you look back on them provoke the emotions of the day.

I have wanted to be a photographer since I was just 12 years of age and because it's always been my passion this shines through in my work. I'm always learning and taking on new challenges. I do studio, portraits, corporate, events, weddings and lifestyle shoots. Please contact me if you’re

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interested in any of the above.

I'm a local person, currently living in Hoxne, married with two children and many pets!

My husband Ben is a graphic designer specialising in logo creation, marketing and print solutions. He also designs and prints bespoke wedding stationery from the save the date to the seating plan and place settings. We work really well together and can provide a joint package of wedding stationery and photos.

Always choose your

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photographer carefully, you need to feel comfortable on the day with them. It's a special relationship where you know they understand what you expect of them and trust that they won't let you down on the day. I would always recommend that you meet up before your big day and let them know any special photos you require, family groups etc. Talk to other couples who have used that photographer, let them share their experiences and ask to see their photos. Remember there are no 2nd chances to capture one

of the most important days of your life so make sure you choose the right photographer for you.

I photograph large weddings to intimate weddings, locally and further afield. You can see more of my work at www. wendyaikenphotography.co.uk and if you are interested in bespoke wedding stationery, contact Ben Aiken creative design.

Most of all enjoy the planning, relax and enjoy your special day.

LOCAL LIFESTYLE | summertime weddings

Teenage Dream New Make-up and Body Art Studio for Long Stratton.

You may well have spotted a new addition to the range of shops on offer in Long Stratton.

Conveniently located on the A140, Mandy Jean Make-Up & Body Artistry offers a range of services to fulfil all your makeup and body art needs.

The shop and studio is beautifully designed and creates a relaxing, fun environment.

What makes it all the more impressive is that Mandy Jean Jordan herself is still just 18 years old.

'I actually opened the shop and studio on my 18th birthday last November,' says Mandy. 'I'd gained my Level 3 Diploma in Fashion/ Theatre/Media Makeup and Hair earlier that year at the Jackie Hamilton School of Beauty in Norwich and had been working as a freelance make-up artist in films and fashion shoots. But I really wanted somewhere for people to come and feel pampered.'

M a n d y offers a range of services including make-overs and photo shoots, bridal make-up, cosmetic camouflage, make-up lessons, face-painting, body art and much more. She can also arrange

body art/ face painting parties!

What makes Mandy's business so unique is that she also sells a wide range of the type of make-up she uses called Kryolan.

'It's the make-up that is widely used in the industry and is fantastic quality,' says Mandy. 'There is an incredibly wide range of colour choices and make-up types across all products.'

S i n c e starting her business, without any f u n d i n g support, Mandy is doing incredibly well.

So if you'd like to learn to use make-up to enhance your features, fancy a make-over,

have a birthmark or scar you'd like to cover or need your make-up done for a special occasion, then pop into the studio. You're guaranteed a warm welcome.

Mandy Jean is open 9.30am to 5pm Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 11am to 6pm on Thursdays, and 10.30am until 5.30pm Fridays and Saturdays.

For more information find Mandy Jean, Make-Up and Body Artistry on Facebook or call 01508 535925.

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Photography

01379 640641 www.cls-hair.co.uk www.cls-photography.co.uk

The Perfect Package for your Perfect Day On your wedding day, both your hair and your photographs are incredibly important. Now one Diss business has come up with a unique way to make sure that both aspects are perfect.

CLS Hair & Photography Ltd is an amalgamation of a hairdressing salon and photographic studio situated on Sawmills Road.

CLS Hair has been running as a hairdressing salon since October 2011. CLS Photography will be moving into the unit next door this month, Bringing 35 years of experience.

The business is the concept of owners Connie Sharman and Ian also known as Mik Kibble. Hairdresser Connie and photographer Ian have always been interested in merging the two industries to offer one unique package to potential customers. For brides, this provides the perfect opportunity to have your hair done and photos taken in one exclusive package, tailor-made to suit your individual needs.

CLS Hair owner Connie Sharman is just 21. 'I've always loved hairdressing and managed to find myself an apprenticeship in a local salon while I was working towards my A-Levels,' says Connie. 'After A-Levels, I completed my training at the salon and became a qualified stylist. But I'd always had the dream of opening my own salon so when the opportunity became available I jumped at the chance.'

At 19 Connie decided she was up to the challenge.

Although I was confident in my hairdressing skills, I knew nothing about running a business and had to learn quickly on the job.'

But achieve the skills she did and CLS Hair went from strength to strength, building a reputation as an excellent salon in the town.

'This February Ian came on board and we're really excited about combining our two skills to offer wedding and occasion hair packages,' says Connie.

Alongside her work with Ian, Connie and her staff will still continue to offer all the usual hairdressing services such as cuts, blow dry’s and dyes. They will also soon be offering an extensions service. Continuing to provide a professional service and a friendly atmosphere where everyone is welcome,' explains Connie. 'We will just now be able to offer a hair and photography package for all special occasions, inclusive of your Hen night memories.

Staff Mirela - I originally trained in my home country of Romania where I went on to work for a local salon.

Eighteen months ago, I moved here and gained a work permit . I'm very excited to be working at CLS as part of such a friendly and professional team.

Lauren - My passion for hairdressing started when I was 13 and got a weekend job in a salon. I went on to complete my Level 2 Hairdressing qualification. I'm now back at college studying for my level 3 and also barbering.

I love working in such a friendly and happy environment.

Kelly - I worked as a Saturday girl from the age of 14 and went on to study creative hairdressing at college.

Unforeseen circumstances forced me to give up before completing the course. Believing I'd missed my chance, I worked for six years in a local hotel and became deputy manager. Now finally, I'm back in hairdressing, working towards my qualifications.

Molly – My love of hairdressing began at the age of five and I'm studying hairdressing at Diss High School and work at CLS on Saturdays and during the holidays. * Two apprentices - Kirsty and Karla - will also be starting full-time this summer.

Ian Kibble has been a photographer for 35 years.

'It all started when I was seven years old and started playing around with my dad's camera,' says Ian. 'I went on to study photography in sixth form and at college. For the past 24 years I've been photographing weddings. I like my photography to have a relaxed, fun and informal feel to capture the real memories of such a special day. I document the day as it happens rather than just focusing on the usual group shots which are only one part of the whole experience. Alongside my wedding photography, I also take family, child and couple’s portraits - anything that the customer requires!

So how did CLS Hair & Photography come about?

'I was actually a customer of Connie's and one day we got chatting about our shared love of hair, fashion and photography,' says Ian. 'Both of us felt that our skills complemented each other and together we could create something really special for our customers.

When the unit next door to CLS Hair became available, it was the perfect opportunity to make their dream a reality.

'I'd always wanted a studio to work from and being next door to the hair salon, with an adjoining door, means we can offer people the whole hair and photography package without them having to leave the building,' says Ian. 'We are very flexible with the packages we offer and can tailor-make them to suit individual needs.

It might be that someone wants their hair done without photos or someone to photograph their wedding without coming here to have their hair done - that's fine. But if

The Perfect Wedding Package Want to have every moment of your special day captured forever? That's where we come in.

We can photograph as much - or as little of your day - as you would like.

We can even start our wedding packages from the day of your hair trial and take it right through the day itself to the ceremony and evening reception.

Come with your bridal party to CLS where you can have your hair done professionally and beautifully by Connie and her team. Ian can then meet you at the wedding venue to photograph the rest of your special day.

Or what about capturing your hen night on camera? Why not come with your hens to CLS to have your hair done and photos taken before you head out to party the night away? Tailor made wedding hair and photography packages start from as little as £75.00.

Different styles of photography are available including Sepia, Black & White and Colour.

Both CLS Hair and CLS Photography are based at 1 Sawmills Rd Diss, Norfolk IP22 4GG

someone wants the convenience of both through the same company we can offer the perfect service for the whole bridal party. As well as wedding photography, I will be offering all the usual photographic services in the studio from portraits through to passport photos. I can also provide photos in a variety of formats from hard copies to digital images on a disk or USB. We also catalogue and keep all images taken in case customers want to return to us to find an image in the future.'

Photography

01379 640641 www.cls-hair.co.uk www.cls-photography.co.uk

The Perfect Package for your Perfect Day On your wedding day, both your hair and your photographs are incredibly important. Now one Diss business has come up with a unique way to make sure that both aspects are perfect.

CLS Hair & Photography Ltd is an amalgamation of a hairdressing salon and photographic studio situated on Sawmills Road.

CLS Hair has been running as a hairdressing salon since October 2011. CLS Photography will be moving into the unit next door this month, Bringing 35 years of experience.

The business is the concept of owners Connie Sharman and Ian also known as Mik Kibble. Hairdresser Connie and photographer Ian have always been interested in merging the two industries to offer one unique package to potential customers. For brides, this provides the perfect opportunity to have your hair done and photos taken in one exclusive package, tailor-made to suit your individual needs.

CLS Hair owner Connie Sharman is just 21. 'I've always loved hairdressing and managed to find myself an apprenticeship in a local salon while I was working towards my A-Levels,' says Connie. 'After A-Levels, I completed my training at the salon and became a qualified stylist. But I'd always had the dream of opening my own salon so when the opportunity became available I jumped at the chance.'

At 19 Connie decided she was up to the challenge.

Although I was confident in my hairdressing skills, I knew nothing about running a business and had to learn quickly on the job.'

But achieve the skills she did and CLS Hair went from strength to strength, building a reputation as an excellent salon in the town.

'This February Ian came on board and we're really excited about combining our two skills to offer wedding and occasion hair packages,' says Connie.

Alongside her work with Ian, Connie and her staff will still continue to offer all the usual hairdressing services such as cuts, blow dry’s and dyes. They will also soon be offering an extensions service. Continuing to provide a professional service and a friendly atmosphere where everyone is welcome,' explains Connie. 'We will just now be able to offer a hair and photography package for all special occasions, inclusive of your Hen night memories.

Staff Mirela - I originally trained in my home country of Romania where I went on to work for a local salon.

Eighteen months ago, I moved here and gained a work permit . I'm very excited to be working at CLS as part of such a friendly and professional team.

Lauren - My passion for hairdressing started when I was 13 and got a weekend job in a salon. I went on to complete my Level 2 Hairdressing qualification. I'm now back at college studying for my level 3 and also barbering.

I love working in such a friendly and happy environment.

Kelly - I worked as a Saturday girl from the age of 14 and went on to study creative hairdressing at college.

Unforeseen circumstances forced me to give up before completing the course. Believing I'd missed my chance, I worked for six years in a local hotel and became deputy manager. Now finally, I'm back in hairdressing, working towards my qualifications.

Molly – My love of hairdressing began at the age of five and I'm studying hairdressing at Diss High School and work at CLS on Saturdays and during the holidays. * Two apprentices - Kirsty and Karla - will also be starting full-time this summer.

Ian Kibble has been a photographer for 35 years.

'It all started when I was seven years old and started playing around with my dad's camera,' says Ian. 'I went on to study photography in sixth form and at college. For the past 24 years I've been photographing weddings. I like my photography to have a relaxed, fun and informal feel to capture the real memories of such a special day. I document the day as it happens rather than just focusing on the usual group shots which are only one part of the whole experience. Alongside my wedding photography, I also take family, child and couple’s portraits - anything that the customer requires!

So how did CLS Hair & Photography come about?

'I was actually a customer of Connie's and one day we got chatting about our shared love of hair, fashion and photography,' says Ian. 'Both of us felt that our skills complemented each other and together we could create something really special for our customers.

When the unit next door to CLS Hair became available, it was the perfect opportunity to make their dream a reality.

'I'd always wanted a studio to work from and being next door to the hair salon, with an adjoining door, means we can offer people the whole hair and photography package without them having to leave the building,' says Ian. 'We are very flexible with the packages we offer and can tailor-make them to suit individual needs.

It might be that someone wants their hair done without photos or someone to photograph their wedding without coming here to have their hair done - that's fine. But if

The Perfect Wedding Package Want to have every moment of your special day captured forever? That's where we come in.

We can photograph as much - or as little of your day - as you would like.

We can even start our wedding packages from the day of your hair trial and take it right through the day itself to the ceremony and evening reception.

Come with your bridal party to CLS where you can have your hair done professionally and beautifully by Connie and her team. Ian can then meet you at the wedding venue to photograph the rest of your special day.

Or what about capturing your hen night on camera? Why not come with your hens to CLS to have your hair done and photos taken before you head out to party the night away? Tailor made wedding hair and photography packages start from as little as £75.00.

Different styles of photography are available including Sepia, Black & White and Colour.

Both CLS Hair and CLS Photography are based at 1 Sawmills Rd Diss, Norfolk IP22 4GG

someone wants the convenience of both through the same company we can offer the perfect service for the whole bridal party. As well as wedding photography, I will be offering all the usual photographic services in the studio from portraits through to passport photos. I can also provide photos in a variety of formats from hard copies to digital images on a disk or USB. We also catalogue and keep all images taken in case customers want to return to us to find an image in the future.'

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Looking for a stylish hotel room?

Planning a party?

Try The Auberge in Yaxley.

Try local company For all in tents & purposes events…

The Auberge is a small family owned and run Restaurant with Rooms in North Suffolk. It was once a rural public house providing simple food and drink for locals, but now, after tasteful improvements which retain the cosiness of the historic building, it offers some of the finest food and accommodation in Suffolk. From the beginning of March, 2009, we were proud to have opened our new accommodation, made up of a selection of double, twin and four poster rooms, which takes our total to 11 bedrooms.

This is the perfect venue for intimate celebrations such as Weddings, Birthdays and Anniversaries. All of our four

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rooms provide an excellent level of comfort. The suffolk Barn has open beams, and rich, stylish furniture.

All rooms also come with host of features and amenities.

• En-suite with Hair dryer • Air conditioned • Writing desk • Tea & Coffee making facilities • Colour TV • Telephone • Free Wi-Fi access We also have a room suitable for disabled guests located on the ground floor which can be fitted with support rails. Please ask a member of staff when making your reservation whether you require this room. Access from the room to the restaurant is flat, paved walkways suitable for wheel chairs. Then once inside there is complete flat access throughout the restaurant. For the comfort of our customers – all our rooms are non-smoking.

For further information, call 01379 783 604 or visit: www.the-auberge.co.uk

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Are you planning a party, wedding reception, corporate event or festival? Do you need a fully-stocked bar?

Then look no further than For All In Tents & Purposes Ltd, based in Diss.

Regardless of location, they can provide a fully licensed mobile bar hire service for any size party.

There are a range of packages and options to suit all needs and each booking can be specifically tailored even down to stocking a particular spirit or draught product. Alcohol prices are in line with local bar prices if not cheaper in some cases

As experienced licensees, they can also liaise with your local licensing department to submit an application to sell alcohol at your event.

All staff are well-trained and the company can even offer an all-round service involving such things as marquee construction, dance floors, toilets and furniture hire.

All you need is some space, a power supply and water source.

For All In Tents & Purposes Ltd also have a large stock of glassware, plastic, drink dispensing equipment, linen and other items all of which are available to hire.

To give your event that professional feel, contact For All In Tents & Purposes Ltd. For more information log onto www.forallintentsevents. co.uk or call 01379 308614 / 07904 778347.

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Wedding Anniversaries‌ Names by years married.

On a wedding anniversary it is traditional to give a gift to your partner that symbolise the number of years of marriage The names of some wedding anniversaries provide guidance for appropriate or traditional gifts for the spouses to give each other. If there is a party to celebrate the wedding anniversary ,these gifts can be bought by the

guests and / or influence the theme or decoration of the venue. However it is not commonly known that wedding anniversaries also have a flower and a material associated with the celebration.

Listed below is the wedding anniversaries, by year that includes the flower and materials associated with the occasion.

Anniversary Materials 1st Paper Clock 2nd Cotton China 3rd Leather Crystal 4th Linen Appliances 5th Wood Silverware 6th Iron Wood Objects 7th Wool Wollen 8th Bronze Linen/ Lace 9th Pottery Leather Goods 10th Tin Diamond Jewellery 11th Steel Fashion Accessories 12th Silk Pearls 13th Lace Textiles 14th Ivory Gold Jewellery 15th Crystal Watches 20th China Platinum 25th Silver Silver 30th Pearl Diamond 40th Ruby Ruby 45th Sapphire Sapphire 50th Gold Gold 60th Diamond Diamond

Flower Carnation Lily of the Valley Sunflower Hydrangea Daisy Calla Freesia Lilac Bird of Paradise Daffodil Tulip Peony Chrysanthemum Dahlia Rose Aster Iris Lily Gladiolus Orchid Yellow Roses White Roses

In the British Commonwealth domains you may receive a message from the Queen for your 60th , 65th and 70th wedding anniversary and any anniversary after that by applying to Buckingham Palace.

Amy Potter.

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LOCAL LIFESTYLE | food and drink

Food & Your Local

Drink

For fine dining in a beautiful setting…

Visit The Auberge Restaurant with rooms (see page 24).

The Auberge, a family-run restaurant with rooms, is an awardwinning gem located on the A140 at Yaxley.

Crowned Winner of Gourmet Britain UK 2012 – Restaurant with rooms, the Auberge offers some of the finest food in Suffolk.

Upon arrival, we received a very warm welcome from owner Dee Stenhouse and son Jon. We were also introduced to future son-

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in-law Mark who was our chef for the night.

The menu was interesting and varied. For starter we chose Crispy shredded chicken, Asparagus & Gruyere Souffle and Smoked Trout and Watercress tart. Each dish was beautifully presented and left us excited at what was to follow. For main we had Rib Eye of Steak with Bearnaise sauce & veg, Breast of Gressingham Duck with tangy orange sauce on Sarlardaise potatoes, Blanquette de Veal finished with cream & button mushrooms

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& tarragon buttered new potatoes, Seared King Scallops served with a savoury mango sauce and rice Pilaf.

It would not be an exaggeration to say that the food really was some of the nicest each of us had ever tasted.

The portions were ample and each item was cooked to perfection.

For dessert we had Tropical Fruit Crepe – a large pancake filled with sautéed Pineapple & Banana, topped with rum sauce and rum and raisin ice cream, Crème Brulle and Cheese and Biscuits which included local, regional and British Cheese

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including Shropshire Blue, Suffolk Brie, Suffolk Gold and Manchego with quince jelly. Everyone went down a treat.

Dee recommended a gorgeous bottle of red wine which complemented the meal perfectly.

The Auberge really is a very special place with finishing touches that set it apart from the rest. It’s the perfect place for an intimate meal, a family gathering or that special occasion.

For more information or to book a table call 01379 783604.

LOCAL LIFESTYLE | food and drink BRAISED SHOULDER OF VE WITH PEARL BARLEY AN NISON D SPRING VEGETABLE BROTH WI TH THYME SCONES

Ask the Chef!

Ingredients & Method • 1 Shoulder of Venison – deb oned • 3 Onions • 4 Carrots • 2 Leeks • 2 Gar lic Cloves • 2 Bay Leaves • 2 Sprigs of Rosemary • 3 pin ts of Venison Stock (or Chicken stock) • ½ pint goo d Red Wine • 2tblspns Sugar • Dash of Red Wine Vinega r • 300g Pearl Barley • Olive Oil for frying • Salt & Pepper

Dear Simon, I have often seen Venison in my local butchers, but have never cooked it.

Any ideas of the best way to prepare it? I don't like anything too spicy!

Yours Mrs. C Elliott of Diss.

Hi Mrs. C Elliott, please find a recipe for Braised Shoulder of Venison with Pearl Barley and Spring Vegetable Broth with Thyme Scones. Enjoy...

Thyme Scones ingredients and Method: • 300g self-raising flour • 2tsp Baking Powder • 1tsp English mustard powder • ½ tsp Salt • 1 tsp Sugar110g Unsalted Butter – Chilled • 3tsp Chopped Thyme • 120g Strong Cheddar • 200ml Milk 1. Place the butter, flour, baking powder, English mustard powder, salt, sugar and herbs into a food processor and blend to a crumb consistency.

2. Place the mixture into a mixing bowl and add the grated cheese and mix well.

3. Add the milk and using your fingers bring together to form a dough.

4. Flour a clean surface and roll out the dough to 5cm thick and cut t the desired shape and size – I find about 6cm diameter is the best.

5. Bake for 12 – 15 minutes on 180 ºc until golden brown. Leave to cool.

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You could win Sunday lunch for two at The Bell Inn, just by sending your food question in for Simon to answer!

Send your question along with your name, address and daytime phone number to Ask the Chef, Your Local Magazine, 3 Hales Yard, Diss, IP22 4AF or email design@yourlocalmagazine.net.

Whatever your food query, Simon can help!

1. Take the shoulder of ven ison, season well and lay ont o a hob pan with a little olive oil; keep turning until the meat is well sealed. Remove to the side.

2. Add the vegetables, choppe d in to 2cm cubes, add garlic and herbs and cook on a me dium heat for 3-4 minutes.

Lay the vegetables into a cas serole dish (one that has a lid), then lay the venison on top.

3. Add the wine, stock, sug ar and vinegar to the frying pan and bring to the boil. Pour over the venison, cover with the lid and place in the oven on 140ºc for 3-4 hours.

4. Remove the lid and check the venison is soft. If not return to the oven making sure there's enough liquid.

5. Add the pearl barley and return to the oven for 40 minutes or until the barley is soft.

6. Slice a generous helping of the venison into a bowl and pour the broth around the side s. Top with the scone.

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LOCAL LIFESTYLE | collectors

Collectors & Enthusiasts Your Local

I collect ... Susie Cooper Ceramics

I started collecting about 12 years ago whilst on holiday on the Isle of Wight. Looking for a memento of the holiday I decided not to go for the usual trinkets but visited a couple of antique shops instead and found a small set of Susie Cooper tea wares, which I bought. This then sparked the need to research and find out who was Susie Cooper?

Susie Cooper was born in 1902 and attended the local schools in Burslem, Staffordshire until she was

15 when the war effort took over.

She joined up for evening classes at the local Art College in 1918 and was awarded a Scholarship in 1919. Here she met Edward Gray a partner in AE Gray, manufacturers of ceramics and joined his company in 1922.

At this time the company were working on some new designs for the British Industry Fair and Susie was asked to paint these pieces, known as Gloria Lustre, (see picture of plate with Lion: this is signed by Susie Cooper herself and probably painted by her). This is where her career really began. Susie was soon promoted to Head Designer and was given the privilege of her work being stamped ‘Designed by Susie Cooper.’

These designs were entering the Art Deco years where her

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wares were competing with those of Clarice Cliff. The patterns became big and bold with Geometric designs such as Moon and Mountains (see pic).

Leaving Grays to set up her own business in 1929 was the birth of the Susie Cooper brand name where after a few setbacks she went from strength to strength.

My preferred period for her work is the hand painted era around 1932 – 1935. Here she produced some short production runs. One of which ‘Puck’(see picture of Cubist shape tea pot, Butter dish and Milk jug) depicts a character from Shakespeare’s ‘A Mid Summer Nights Dream’ but there are also ‘Homestead’ depicting a red roof house set in open country side, ‘Caravan’ showing a Gypsy cart and ‘Panorama’ where a motorised vehicle is on a country road.

These short production runs are quite sought after and very scarce. Looking at the

main picture, there are numerous hand-painted items showing some of the superb flowing designs with a range of tea and coffee sets all of the ceramic shapes created and manufactured by Susie Cooper.

She also created a very successful range of Nursery Ware items including cups, bowls, plates of which some were divided to allow for various foods on the child’s plate (see picture).

These wares were often painted with an individual name and were given as Party presents for birthdays etc.

As earthenware products became more expensive Bone China was the new medium to work in and Susie excelled in developing patterns for these new products.

Susie Cooper produced somewhere in the region of 2000 patterns before her death in 1992.

Searching for her work is now becoming much harder as the more interesting patterns are being held onto or maybe Clarice Cliff collectors are turning away from her wares as they become increasingly more expensive.

LOCAL LIFESTYLE | health and wellbeing

Health & Wellbeing Your Local

Calorie Deficit

The real way to lose fat.

The body stores fat in response to a calorie surplus (eating more than you burn). Simples! A calorie deficit is the method of making weight loss possible. It forces your body to use fat stores for energy causing weight loss.

A calorie deficit is a state in which you burn more calories than you eat. For example, if you burn 2,500 calories per day but only eat 2,000, you have created a deficit of 500 calories per day.

Exercise helps you create a bigger calorie deficit without having to starve yourself. Incorporate cardiovascular exercise into your routine 3-5 times per week lasting 30-60 minutes per session.

Though strength training is often

overlooked during weight loss, it builds muscle which increases your metabolic rate and creates a larger calorie deficit. Incorporate strength training into your routine 3-4 times per week.

Dieting alone simply requires you to eat less. This is a great opportunity to eliminate unhealthy foods such as empty calories from your intake. Empty calories are foods that are high in energy (calories) but low in nutrients Some advice‌ 1. The first step is figuring out how many calories your body burns each day. The calorie calculator is a good place to start. It estimates your calorie needs based on your

size, age, gender and physical activity level.

2. Slowly build up a calorie deficit by moderately cutting your intake and increasing your physical activity level 3. Spread your calories out regularly throughout the day to create up to 5 smaller meals a day 4. Get a programme designed at the gym to burn those extra calories 5. Try using a Calorie counting app on your mobile phone to keep track of your daily intake and an exercise log app to record your calorie burn 6. When you have reached your target weight loss you must then re-balance calories in versus

calories out, re-do the calorie calculator to suit your new lifestyle of exercise and healthy eating.

What happens when calories are too low?

1. Muscle mass is broken down for energy (catabolism).

2. Metabolic rate will begin to drop (typically) after 3 days of very low calories - this is related to, and compounded by the loss of muscle mass.

3. With very low calories you risk sluggishness, nutritional deficiencies, fatigue, and often irritability. You are completely set-up for a regain in fat if you suddenly return to your previous eating patterns.

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LOCAL LIFESTYLE | homes and gardens

Homes & Gardens Charli's House The renovation is complete.

So here it is. My house is done.

Apart from lots of accessorising I have a home. But as they say, is a house ever done? It's been a roller coaster of emotions but I wouldn't change it for the world.

Kitchen - here we knocked through to make one large

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open plan kitchen diner. We also moved the back door to create French doors that opened straight down the garden.

Perfect for planning your garden renovations with your morning cup of tea...sorry Dad! Bathro om - This was another room with a complete overhaul. We removed the outside store

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to create one large room, complete with a modern bathroom suite.

Lounge this was the only room that didn't get attacked. We reworked and installed central heating and used a geometric wallpaper to create a striking wall. The fireplace is my next task!

Bedroom - In here, we had to replaster the ceiling, add

lighting and fix the large sash windows. I used very subtle grey tones in here to create a calm and relaxing bedroom. But I'm super excited about accessorising this room.

Fireplace - This fireplace didn't exist at first so we knocked through to create it as part of the dining space. Mirror tiles on the back wall, candles and fairy lights create a feature of the fireplace.

LOCAL LIFESTYLE | homes and gardens

Keep Yer Heel Down Bor!

With thanks to...

Thanks must be said to...

House and Garden, Burnard Electrical, Shane Priest, Matt from Gr8 Glass, Ben from Eye Flooring, Lanassir and Helen, Steve Richards, and all my friends and family who've put up with me. And of course my very forgiving neighbours!

Charli.

Wotcha!...

How are yer diddlin? I've seen plenty of you out in your gardens digging out those 'wild flowers' that I keep telling you to leave alone!

I bought some asparagus in Redgrave recently and it reminded me of the time when I grew it at Blo Norton. In the picture, the plot in the foreground (not under cloches) is the very piece of land where I planted it.

The shadow, incidentally, is of an oak tree in which my brother Doug and I used to sit and pelt passers-by with stuff. Not really. More likely hide from our dad if he wanted us to work!

I remember two things about that asparagus crop: (1) I mulched it with the smelliest load of muck I can ever remember and, (2) I started harvesting the shoots a little too early (you're supposed to give the crop three years before cutting) and consequently received a note from our salespeople in Covent Garden that the spears were on the small side. I wasn't best pleased. And I don't suppose they were overjoyed either. Whatever you do, don't plant the crowns where you've got serious perennial weed problems – especially mare's tail – as when the asparagus produces its rather attractive ferns you won't be able to tell the difference!

Dew yew keep on troshin and remember, asparagus crowns are either male or female. Male plants are more prolific and produce better spears. Nuff said.

Mark Aiken

dayburst@diss.co.uk

07810 852089.

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LOCAL LIFESTYLE | homes and gardens

Allotments Blooming!

In Bressingham and Fersfield.

From left to right are: Michelle Lanchester, Bilee Lanchester, Levi Lanchester, Willow Bennett, Xanthe Bennett and Adam Overy.

Bressingham and Fersfield Allotment Association have been hard at work in the last few months, weeding and digging to prepare new plots for aspiring allotmenteers.

Association chair, Michelle Lanchester of Bressingham has a long standing family connection with the site as her Grandfather held a plot there many years ago.

“The site did fall out of use for a time.” she explained. “But I really wanted get it up and running again so that more families could enjoy the benefits of growing their own fruit and veg.” Michelle persuaded the Parish Council to allow her to take a plot in 2007, another tranche of plots were opened up and let in 2010 and now, the remainder of the site has been cleared and a further 12 plots are ready for new tenants.

“The plots are in good shape,” said Michelle. “They've been cleared of weeds and are ready to go. It's a lovely site, in a beautiful countryside location. There are quite a few young families here and it's really nice to see the children getting involved and learning where their food comes from.”

Anyone interested in taking on a plot can call Michelle on 07824 515801 or Karl on 07736345006.

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LOCAL LIFESTYLE | senior

Senior Section Your Local

All Hallows Healthcare

Take a closer look at some of our quality services.

All Hallows Homecare aims to assist people to live as independently as possible, whilst remaining in the comfort and safety of their own home. It is designed to help the local community, delivering care, domestic tasks and meals on wheels to a wide range of people. Appointments for the Homecare team can be a one-off or alternatively we can arrange set regular visits. Therefore if a carer would like some time off, this service could arrange holiday cover for an evening, a week or more. It can

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also be hugely beneficial to people who need help while they recover after being discharged from hospital. A befriending service is also available designed to support socially isolated people.

All Hallows Day Service is available 5 days a week Monday— Friday 9.30am to 3.30pm (daycare on Sundays can be arranged if required). Situated in Bungay, it provides an opportunity for elderly people to socialise, enjoy homecooked food and participate in a

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wide range of recreational activities encouraging physical and mental stimulation. Daycare is equally beneficial to carers, enabling them to enjoy a well-deserved break knowing their loved one is in safe hands. Special diets can be catered for and a choice of menu is offered. A bathing service is also available and is ideal for people struggling to get in and out of the bath at home. Specialist palliative

day care is available every Monday from the Day Centre situated behind the Hospital in Ditchingham. For both services, funding is accepted from Norfolk and Suffolk Social Services, personal budgets and from the client themselves.

For more information on All Hallows Homecare please call 01986 891676 or for All Hallows Day Service, call 01986 892643.

LOCAL LIFESTYLE | senior

A Celebration and a Thank-You

Quality care in your own home?

90 Years of Serving and caring for Ex-Service and Serving Members of the Armed Forces in Diss & District.

Trust Sunrise Healthcare in Palgrave…

On our 90th a n n i v e r s a r y, we'd like to warmly thank all who have helped in our work, including the Members of the Cadet Forces who kindly help with our Poppy Appeals. In the Branch, membership is falling and we NEED younger members.

Members are not required to have served in the Forces but must

embrace the concepts of the RBL and be supportive of the RBL Branch.

Upcoming events: Celebrate Armed Forces Day - 29th June 10am to 2pm at Diss Market Square, Bar-B-Que - 13th July 12.30pm to 4pm at Roydon Village Hall, tickets available at £6 from Mr John Highland on 01379 641978, Car Boot Sale in August and the A.G.M. in October 2013.

Diss Computer Club All welcome.

We meet each month to discuss and exchange ideas on computer management, the internet and future technology. At some meetings we have a talk from professionals but the club is open to anybody interested from beginners to the more experienced.

New members and visitors are always welcome, we meet on the first Thursday of each month from 7pm at Taylor Meeting

Did you know that seven million people in the UK currently provide unpaid care to a sick or disabled adult or child? Sometimes the emotional and physical strain of caring for a loved one can feel overwhelming. That's where Sunrise Healthcare can step in to help. Many carers are unaware of the help and support that is available to keep a loved one at home, safe and happy. From just an hour a day to full time live-in care, Sunrise Healthcare’s personal care and support services are available 24 hours a day; seven days a week helping people in South Norfolk stay independent and safe in the comfort of their own homes and communities.

We support people with Dementia, Alzheimer’s, mental health illness, Learning disabilities, Physical health needs, Carers supporting a loved one and people at

risk of becoming socially isolated. Or even those that are finding it difficult to manage the day-to-day tasks around the house or the demands of beloved pets.

Domestic support may include preparing light meals, light cleaning duties, ironing, laundry, shopping, collecting pensions / prescriptions, assisting / reminding with medication, escort to appointments - befriending, accessing the community, clubs and associations.

Personal Care: getting up out of bed, assistance with washing / bathing, help with dressing, help with toileting and going to bed.

Other specialist services that we provide include 24 hour live-in care, day and night sitting, respite care, pet care and re-ablement and response services.

For more information contact Sunrise Healthcare on 01379 641250 or log onto www. sunrisehealthcareltd.co.uk.

Rooms, Taylor Road, Diss which has an internet connection. If you wish you can bring your own laptop and connect to our Wi-Fi but there is usually a spare available.

Please come along even if you are new to computers and interested in learning more in a friendly and sociable atmosphere.

Please contact Bob Morgan on 01379 650977.

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LOCAL LIFESTYLE | updates

Norfolk Deaf Association Hearing Support Service Celebrates Twentieth Anniversary.

Tony Innes chairman and Gill Girling NDA trustee and first hearing support service volunteer cut the birthday cake Norfolk Deaf Association’s (NDA) Hearing Support Service (HSS), established in 1993, celebrated its 20th anniversary on Monday 22 April with a tea party for the service’s volunteers.

Over the last year 6296 people, comprising 7649 appointments, including 580 new referrals, benefited from the service, which is delivered by trained volunteers.

Volunteers help people affected by hearing loss, advising them on the use, cleaning and maintenance

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of hearing aids. Home visits are offered for those with limited mobility, and there are 50 static clinics and 28 mobile clinics, provided by the Listen Here! Bus, in towns and villages in Norfolk. The mobile clinic also visits 25 sheltered housing complexes. The timetables for both the static and mobile clinics can be downloaded from the website at www.norfolkdeaf. org.uk, or tel. 01603 404440 (voice/ minicom).

The HSS is NDA’s largest service and is supported by the Norfolk & Norwich NHS University Hospital, which provides supplies and training. The service also receives some funding from North Norfolk and Central and South Norfolk Clinical Commissioning Groups.

In addition NDA runs an Assistive Listening Devices advice and support clinic on Thursday mornings between 10am and 1pm at the NDA headquarters, 217 Silver

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Road, Norwich NR3 4TL. This is ideal for anyone thinking of buying equipment to enhance hearing. A wide variety of equipment is on display including induction loops, wireless listeners, flashing and vibrating doorbells, vibrating alarm clocks, smoke alarms, telephone amplifiers and mobile phones.

Aliona Laker, NDA Manager said: “Our Hearing Support Service is delivered by 36 very hard working volunteers, co-ordinated by Pam Spicer. Four new volunteers have been trained during the last year and welcomed to the team, but we always need more volunteers to help us with this vital activity.”

Diana Gee, HSS volunteer said: “I went deaf in my twenties and am now in my seventies. I moved to Norfolk 20 years ago and the help I received from the HSS made a big difference. I have been a volunteer for 16 years now. The support from NDA means a great deal to people

and gives them confidence.' Dr John FitzGerald, Head of Audiology, Norfolk & Norwich NHS University Hospital said: “The hearing support service provides a crucial part of the whole package of care for people with hearing aids in Norfolk. The mobile Listen Here! Bus provides a lifeline to communication for those who find it difficult to travel to the hospital for ongoing care.”

For more information about HSS clinics or home visits contact Pam Spicer on 01603 404440, email nhss@norfolkdeaf.org.uk or visit the website at www.norfolkdeaf.org. uk Norfolk Deaf Association was founded in 1898, originally as a benevolent society. If you'd like to volunteer you would be warmly welcomed. Please contact us at the NDA office. Our volunteers find it very enjoyable and fulfilling.

Why don’t you give it a try?

LOCAL BUSINESS | updates

BusinessUpdates Your Local

Looking to rent?

Got a property to rent out?

Try Find me a Rental in Norfolk…

Hannah and Joshua.

Starting any new business can be difficult. But when you're a 20-year-old single mum with no business experience or qualifications, it becomes even more of a challenge. But not for Hannah Day. Hannah has just launched her own self-funded property rental website called Find Me a Rental in Norfolk.

The website is similar to Right Move but only covers Norfolk.

Hannah, who lives in Dickleburgh, got the idea after struggling to find somewhere to rent herself.

'I noticed a gap online for a simple, cheap and easy-touse website that only advertises property to rent straight from the owner in a specific area,' she says.

Landlords and potential

tenants can post their offered and wanted adverts on the site and use it to find each other.

'I struggled through school and college but did not want to be the kind of person who relies on benefits in order to raise my child,' says Hannah. 'Many people wrote me off but I'm determined to make a success of this business and prove them wrong.'

Hannah is now looking for landlords to advertise their properties to rent through her site. We wish her all the very best.

To find out more log onto www. findmearentalinnorfolk.co.uk

Harleston Jobs Clubs Every Wednesday 10am – 2pm, everyone welcome Every Thursday 12 – 2pm, for 16-24 year olds.

Our aim is to help jobseekers find employment and we do this by offering an informal, friendly and local service.

We offer help with job searches, CVs, application forms, careers advice, courses, IT training, volunteering opportunities and much more. If you are looking for work then please come along and see how we can help you. All our services are free and confidential.

Careers Advice – Tuesday 18 June 9.45am-3.30pm – please book. A professional Careers

Advisor will be holding 1:1 appointments offering additional support if you are looking for work or seeking training/learning opportunities.

IT Help – every Wednesday 12.30-2pm – please book. Help with anything IT from sending emails to carrying out online job searches.

For more information please contact Lucy Marjoram or Jake Kubala. Call 01379 851920, Text 07857 374857, email jobsclub@ harleston-norfolk.org.uk, find us on Facebook – Harleston Jobs Club or call into Harleston Information Plus, 8 Exchange Street, Harleston.

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LOCAL BUSINESS | updates

The legend lives on in Diss with the New Peugeot 208 GTi The hottest hatchback of 2013 has now arrived at Pat Lewis Peugeot in Palgrave, Diss.

Peugeot has channelled the spirit of the much-loved 205 GTi – affectionately dubbed as Peugeot’s original ‘pocket rocket’ back in 1984 – into this latest model, putting motorists into overdrive in anticipation ahead of its arrival.

The Peugeot 208 GTi’s style is mischievous, eye catching and slick, creating a model full of playful power and panache. Each detail is designed with style in mind, including the black and chrome ‘chequered flag’ grille, unique 17inch diamond Carbon alloys, body-coloured rear spoiler and double exhaust tailpipes.

While the DAB digital radio and multi-function colour touchscreen welcome the driver into a new technological age, the new GTi model will never forget its predecessor.

Designed to appeal to driving enthusiasts with a perfect blend of performance and style, the new

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three-door model is enhanced by a new light signature at the front. This is refined by C-shaped indicators and halogen headlights – designed to give the impression of a cat’s eye – combined with LEDs in the taillights.

The design creates a model which is light, powerful and very quick. Agile and reactive, the Peugeot 208 GTi balances from one turn to the next with precision, delivered by firm steering which directs the front suspension perfectly, leaving the driver in complete control with every curve.

Six close-ratio gears see the engine draw the full potential from the chassis on the road, with the iconic red line detail on the Sports seats nodding to the GTi’s old interior. The red, black and satin chrome colour scheme is used throughout, complementing the red, black, aluminium and white body colours available.

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Driver support is assured by black seatbelts – with red detail – allowing an excellent driving position that is clear and comfortable.

Pat Lewis, dealer principal, said: “We’ve been looking forward to the Peugeot 208 GTi’s arrival since it was unveiled at last year’s Paris Motor Show and we can’t wait to showcase this breath-taking new model to our customers in Diss.

It’s the regeneration of a legendary car and we know that its arrival will create a real buzz among car enthusiasts.

“It’s the perfect modern model for the style-conscious and sporty driver. It promises an exhilarating drive while also making sure it stays loyal to its roots.

Drivers of the 205 GTi will remember it’s ‘pocket rocket’ status fondly and we hope today’s drivers of the new model will look back

and think the same in years to come.”

With a competitive pricing strategy, the range starts from £18,896 for the 1.6 litre model.

Available in Bianca White, Nera Black, Aluminium and Rioja Red, the 208 GTi delivers economically was well as on a performance level, with CO2 emissions from just 139g/ km.

For more information or for details on any of the models in the Peugeot range, please contact Pat Lewis Ltd on 01379 641100 or visit the dealership at Rose Lane Garage. Alternatively, visit www.patlewispeugeot.co.uk

LOCAL BUSINESS | your local business fair catch-up

Fair

BUSINESS

Your Local Business Fair – bigger and better than ever!

On Thursday May 2nd 2013, the Park Hotel was buzzing thanks to Your Local Business Fair.

This annual event , sponsored by Haines Watts Chartered Accountants, was a tremendous success and is proving to be an exciting platform for local businesses to meet one another.

This year’s event was opened by David McNally, the Chief Executive of Norwich City Football Club.

He spoke about the importance of local businesses working together to support each other and was presented with a luxurious chocolate football especially hand-made by

Just Truffles in Harleston. The event drew a wide range of visitors and invited guests including the then Diss Mayor Graham Minshull.

Visitors were impressed by the wide range of businesses exhibiting at the Fair which proves just what an exciting and varied place Diss really is.

Winner of the signed football from Norwich City Football Club was Lucy Kayne, from LK Photographics.

Paul Woods from Haines Watts with David McNally

Charli Appleton, Lanassir Lawes of Swank Interiors and David McNally

Edward Doe of John Doe of Diss with David McNally

Lisa North of Lisa North Photography with Graham Minshull

Trevor and Karen Cottee of Trevor Cottee Electrical

Graham Minshull with Gemma Harvey of Cherry Catering

Lanassir Lawes, Graham Minshull and Tracey Davies from The Park Hotel

Richard, Vicky and Wayne from Ardua Training

Chris Melesi of Pat Lewis Peugeot and Graham Minshull

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Your Local Directory To advertise, please contact our Sales Team on 01379 642044

Air Conditioning

Blast Cleaning

Building Services

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Building Services Cont...

To Advertise Your Business

Couriers

To Advertise Your Business

Call 01379 642044

Carpet Cleaning (and Upholstery)

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Driveway Surfaces

Denture Repair

Call 01379 642044

Glass

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Gas Services

Laundrettes

Kitchens

Plumbing & Heating

Landscapers

To Advertise Your Business

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Call 01379 642044

Residential Care

Shop For Rent

Solar Energy

Timber Merchants

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LOCAL INFORMATION | diary of events

What’s On... In June!

To add your event, please email editorial@yourlocalmagazine.net.

Stonham Barns ALL YEAR CAR Boot Sale.

Every Sunday 8am for Sellers, 9am for Buyers.

Stonham Barns, Pettaugh Road, Stonham Aspal IP14 6AT. £3.50 cars, £5 Vans & £7.50 Large Vans. www.fishface.co / Simon Tilley on 07817 539168.

6th. 'Robert Mizzell & The Country Kings' + special guest 'Julie Dawn'. The Apollo Rooms,Harleston. Doors open 7pm, show starts 8pm. Tickets available from Box Office on: 01502 715617.

First Tuesday of every month - The Art Of Life.

Voluntary-led group supporting local people living with cancer and their caregivers. Roydon Village Hall, High Road, Roydon, Diss. Starts at 1.30pm with Chi Kung followed by Art Therapy session. Concludes around 4.00pm.

Min donation £2. Info: Jay on 07786 833916 or visit www.theartoflife.org.uk.

6th June - 18 July. Meditation and Inner Peace with Buddhist Nun Kelsang Yankyi. Thursdays 7.30 - 9pm. Class fee £5. All classes run on a drop-in basis, no experience necessary. Call 01953 451937 for more details or go to www. amoghasiddhi.org.uk

First Tuesday every month. Waveney Bereavement Group. 2pm at Number 7 - Prayer & Counselling Centre, 7-8 Mere Street, Diss.

Contact number 01379 658956.

First & third Tuesdays every month - Diss & District Camera Club. Members meet twice a month to enjoy a fun and informative programme featuring a variety of photographic events. For details visit: www.disscamera.org.uk or call John on 07808 052188.

Third Thursday of each month - Harleston Friends Group. King George's Hall, Harleston 2pm, with a talk or demonstration, raffle and refreshments. Contact 01379 854099.

First Friday & Third Sunday of the month Djembe Drumming Lessons. Friday: 10-12pm and Sunday: 2:30-5pm at 'Backspace', Angel Cafe, Fair Green, Diss.

1st-29th. Exhibtion: Henry Moore – 30 years of Printmaking. Box office hours. Free. Weds 5th June Evening viewing 6 - 7.45pm.

Box Office 01379 652241. www. disscornhall.co.uk 4th June - 16 July. Exploring Buddhism with Buddhist Nun Kelsang Yankyi. Tues 7.30 - 9pm.

Class fee £5. All classes run on a drop-in basis, no experience necessary. Call 01953 451937 for more details or go to www.amoghasiddhi.org.uk 5th.

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All entries for June must be submitted by the 10th June.

Film:

The

Aviator (12A). 8pm.

Tickets £5/ Under 18s £2.50.

Box Office 01379 652241. www. disscornhall.co.uk

6th. Music: Callas. 7.30pm.

Tickets £14 / Concs £12.

Box Office 01379 652241. www.disscornhall.co.uk 7th June - 19 July. Simply Meditate with Terrie Colk. Fridays 12.30 - 1.30pm. Class fee £4. All classes run on a drop-in basis, no experience necessary. Call 01953 451937 for more details or go to www.amoghasiddhi.org.uk 8th. Wreningham Village Hall, Mill Lane, Wreningham there is a dance to the band THE STROLLERS. £6. Music 8.30pm until midnight.

Licensed bar, tea, coffee and rolls. For further information please contact Christine Minns on 01508 488123.

8th. 'Bingo For Cash Prizes'. Six Games, eyes down 8pm. Apollo club bar. Harleston. Tel: 01379 854205.

8th. "Sale Day". Genuine reductions when no reasonable offer will be refused! (10am-5pm).

Substantial discounts on furniture, art, upholstery & rugs. Held at; English Antiques, 3 Broad Street, Eye, Suffolk. IP23 7AF. Tel. 01379 871393. Web. www.englishandcontinentalantiques.com.

8th. The Annual Plant and High Quality Bric a Brac Sale in aid of Cancer Research UK. Will be held at Linden House, Lambseth Street, Eye from 9.30am - 11.30am. Plants for Sale (potted up) will be gratefully received in advance at Linden House (side gate). Contact 01379 870280.

8th. Music: The Jerry Lee Lewis Story. 7.30pm. £14/ Concs £12. Box Office 01379 652241 www.disscornhall.co.uk www.petegill.com

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9th. Dogs Trust Snetterton Fun Dog Show & Open Day. 12- 4pm. “Come along and join us for an afternoon of fun for all the family – both two & four legged! For more information call 01953 498012.”

9th. Dumplin Country, Wreningham Village Hall, Mill Lane, Wreningham presents JEFF GALLANT (solo) and GLEN DOUGLAS. Doors 1pm. Music 2pm until 5pm. £4. Light refreshments, tea, coffee and licensed bar. For further information please contact John and Teresa Stannard on 01603 433918.

9th. Apollo Country Music Club presents 'Garry Blackmore'. Bar, hot meals and raffle available.

Apollo Rooms, Harleston. 7.30pm - 10.45pm. £5 members/£6 non. Tel: 01379 854205.

9th. Starston Dog Show. Starston Glebe Meadow Registration from 10am, Judging from 11am.

12th & 29th. Scrapbook Workshop. Held at Taylor Road Community Hall, Diss.

12th. Film: Silver Linings Playbook (15). 8pm.

Tickets £5/Under 18s £2.50. Box Office 01379 652241. www. disscornhall.co.uk 13th. Attleborough Town Hall Craft Fair. Open from 10am-2pm. Tea & coffee will be available to stall holders for a donation. Free entry. For more information contact: Tricia on 01953 456323.

13th June.

Music: Limehouse Lizzy. 8pm.

Tickets £15. Box Office 01379 652241. www. disscornhall.co.uk 13th. Wreningham Village Hall, Mill Lane, Wreningham there is a dance to the band KENNY AND THE MOTIVES. £6. Music 8.30pm until midnight. Licensed bar, tea, coffee and rolls. For further information please contact Christine Minns on 01508 488123.

14th. "CHYMe will be holding their Annual Schools Concert at St Mary's Church, Diss.

The concert begins at 7.00pm and tickets are £4

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To add your event, please email editorial@yourlocalmagazine.net. (adults) £3 (children) and £10 (family). CHYMe is a music charity raising money for young musicians in our area.

15th. Family: Tucked in Promotions present The Golden Cowpat.

2pm. Tickets £5 / Children £3 (4+). Box Office 01379 652241. www.disscornhall.co.uk 15th. Dixie Mix. East Anglia's hottest Dixieland Jazz band appearing at Forncett St. Mary church at 7.30pm. Tickets £10 (£5 under 12's) on 01508 481856 or 01953 788414. Proceeds to church funds.

16th. 'Come Dancing' Dancing to all your favourite music by our professional DJ. 7pm10pm. Admission £5. Apollo Rooms, Harleston.

01379 854205.

16th. The Silver Dollar Country Music Club, The Park Hotel, Diss presents STONE COLD COUNTRY. Doors 7pm. Music 7.30pm until 10.30pm. Members £5. Non-Members £6. For information please contact John and Teresa Stannard, Committee Members on 01603 433918.

18th-23rd. Wymondham Arts Centre: Jane Macintosh. Becket’s Chapel, Church Street, Wymondham NR18 0PH. Opening times: Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm and Sunday 12noon to 5pm: full exhibition programme at www.wymondhamarts.com.

19th. Film: Great Expectations (12A). 8pm.

Tickets £5/Cons £2.50. Box Office 01379 652241. www.disscornhall.co.uk 20th. Theatre: RoughCast Theatre Company present Much Ado About Nothing. 7.30pm. £9/ concs £7/school students £5. Box Office 01379 652241. www.disscornhall.co.uk 21st. "Old Norfolk Maps". An illustrated talk by Roland Buggey. Roland Buggey on 01379 641759.

21st. 'Gerry Guthrie & His Band' Apollo Rooms, Harleston. Doors 7pm, show starts 8pm. Tickets available from Box Office on: 01502 715617.

22nd. 'Bingo For Cash Prizes' Six Games, eyes down 8pm. Apollo club bar. Harleston. Tel: 01379 854205.

www.disscornhall.co.uk

All entries for June must be submitted by the 10th June.

22nd.

Music: Brubecks play Brubeck.

7.30pm.

Tickets £19. Box Office 01379 652241.

22nd. History Over Harleston. Royal Air Forces Association are pleased to advise aircraft have been allocated for flypasts over Harleston, Armed Forces Event. Budgens car park, Battle of Britain Memorial Flight DC3 Dakota and Sea King (from Search and Rescue Wattisham). Flypasts subject to favourable weather and aircraft serviceability. R.A.F.A. will be collecting for serving and ex service personnel and their dependants at each venue.

Please be generous.

22nd. JAZZ at EYE. Eye Parish Church 7.30 DIGBY FAIRWEATHER (trumpet) with Karen Sharpe (Saxophone) and the Gill Alexander Trio.

Tickets £15 from Eye Pharmacy; The Handyman: or Moon's or www.jazzateye.co.uk.

22nd. The Friends Of Harleston Primary School would like to invite you to their Annual Summer Gala being held on the grounds of Harleston Primary School. A family fun day out for everyone including, bouncy castles, bucking bronco, raffle, BBQ and Beer Tent and much much more. 11am-3pm, School Lane, Harleston.

26th. Diss Flower Club. Demonstrator Jacquie Aldous. Title "That's Entertainment Act II".

Trophy Competition Design incorporating a picture frame to include roses. We meet 3rd Wednesday of the month at Roydon Village Hall at 7.30pm. Chairman, Mrs. Eileen Jacob on 01379 687608. Secretary, Mrs. Jenny Hubbard 01379 741372. New members welcome.

29th. The Midsummer Hare ~ a Musical Fable ~ At Wortham Church.

This is being produced by the Friends of Wortham Church. The profits are in aid of Wortham Church Restoration. There will be two performances, one at 3pm the other at 7.30pm. Tickets for the afternoon performance are £7.50 (first two front rows £10). Children under 16 are free.

Tickets for the evening performance are £10 (first two front rows £20). Children under 16 are free. Tickets available from 1st May 2013 from Wortham Post Office Stores or Tel: 01379 783236 / 898479. www.themidsummerhare.weebly.com 29th. Music: Wymondham Helicopter Group present The Bootleg Shadows.

7.30pm.

Tickets £15/concs £14.

Box Office 01379 652241. www.disscornhall.co.uk

23rd. Apollo Country Music Club presents 'Tim McKay'. Bar, hot meals and raffle available.

Apollo Rooms, Harleston. 7.30pm - 10.45pm. £5 members/£6 non. Tel: 01379 854205.

30th. 'Come Dancing'. Dancing to all your favourite music by our professional DJ. 7pm10pm. Admission £5. Apollo Rooms, Harleston.

01379 854205.

25th-30th. Wymondham Arts Centre: Paintings, Pastels and Photographs – group show. Becket’s Chapel, Church Street, Wymondham NR18 0PH. Opening times: Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm and Sunday 12noon to 5pm: full exhibition programme at www.wymondhamarts.com.

30th. The Silver Dollar Country Music Club, The Park Hotel, Diss presents THE IAN HIGHLAND BAND. Doors 7pm. Music 7.30pm until 10.30pm. Members £5. Non-Members £6.

For further information please contact John and Teresa Stannard, Committee Members on 01603 433918.

25th. Diss Craft Club. Held at Taylor Road Community Hall, Diss.

30th. Bread Making Workshops. Chameleon House Harleston, 1-5pm. For more information or to book on one of the workshops please telephone 01379 688374 or see the website: www.breadworkshops.co.uk

26th. Film: Sightseers (15). 8pm Tickets £5 / Cons £2.50. Box Office 01379 652241. www.disscornhall.co.uk

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