mid-norfolk times august 2010
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The Mid-Norfolk Times is the community newspaper for Watton and Attleborough, the Wayland area and Breckland, Norfolk, UK.TRANSCRIPT
No 160 incorporating The Wayland News Attleborough amp District News and The Wymondham News August 2010
Help Yourself
FREE Help Yourself
Heritage Cyder Evening By popular demand after last year‟s very
successful sell-out event Attleborough
Heritage Group is holding another Cyder
Evening as part of the Attleborough Festival
weekend As so many people were
disappointed not to obtain tickets last year we
are moving to a larger venue The event will be
at The Connaught Hall Attleborough on
Saturday 18 September 2010 from 700 for
730 pm and will begin with an illustrated talk
followed by refreshments and the opportunity
to get together to see cyder making techniques
and other displays There will be plenty of
chances to reminisce about the past when
Attleborough was a major national cyder-
producing town Tickets and further
information are available from the Heritage
Centre Attleborough Tel 01953 455877 or
455553 or from Roy Woods 01953 452750
Vintage glider returns to the skies after twenty seven years
In 1969 as a 16 year old Staff
Cadet at 611 Gliding School David
Ladley had his first encounter with
a Slingsby Prefect glider which at
the time was considered the
ultimate flying experience for
cadets He continued to fly the
same machine until leaving the Air
Training Corps in 1971 Mr
Ladley‟s passion for flying
continued unabated and when the
RAF decided to sell the machine in
1979 David and fellow ex-cadet
David Dunwell clubbed together to
buy the glider that had given them
so much joy as youngsters
They flew it from RAF Swanton
Morley with the Norwich Soaring
Group until that group disbanded in
1983 and it was flown for the last
time on the 31st July 1983 The
Prefect was then put into a trailer
and stored at the Ladley family
home until in 2005 Mr Ladley and
his son Matthew determined to
restore the machine to flying order
No small undertaking given
(Continued on page 2)
Pictured Matthew Siona David Janet and Erin the Ladley family with the Prefect glider lovingly restored after 27 years and flown in July
Fears of property
developerrsquos
ldquogold rushrdquo A change in approach to the way
Breckland Council considers planning
applications for housing may mean
Councillors are in effect powerless to
control the pattern of development in
our towns and villages in the near
future The change has been forced
upon Breckland Council by the
Government‟s attempts to give more
power to local communities to control
the scale and shape of development
and may lead to locally unpopular
developments such as the recent
application for 91 properties in Watton
by Hopkins Homes being granted
planning permission
The site in question is outside the
defined development boundary and has
met with some considerable local
opposition The one hope that affected
residents had was that the site was not
earmarked for development but
Breckland may yet find themselves
forced to grant planning permission
because of the current situation
The problem relates to the transition
from the previous top-down
(Government led) Regional Spatial
Strategies (RSS) to a more local and
sustainable development policy which
allows local communities and councils
more control over local plans
Under the RSS Local Planning
Authorities are required to provide a
supply of sites that are bdquoavailable
suitable and achievable‟ for housing
developments over the next five years
(Continued on page 3)
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 2 News
modern safety regulations
In 2009 he and his son also a skilled
glider pilot in his own right began
work in earnest stripping the
machine to its component parts under
the supervision of engineer Mike
Simms and with the valuable help of
other members of Shipdham Flying
Club Together they checked
replaced or restored every single part
before laboriously reassembling it to
a condition that is as good as if not
better than new
And on the 11th July just 15 days
short of the 41st anniversary of his
first flight in the glider David Ladley
piloted the machine back to the skies
from Shipdham Airfield
ldquoI was probably more nervous than
the first time I flew herrdquo said Mr
Ladley ldquobut it was wonderful to just
to sit in there in the open air So
many memories came flooding backrdquo
ldquoI am so grateful to everyone at the 8
Ball Gliding group at Shipdham
airfield but especially so to Mike
Simms for his skills knowledge and
guidance and also to Paul Baldwin
and Jerry Berringer for all their helprdquo
The great moment was watched by
the entire Ladley family David
Dunwell and his son James plus
many Shipdham Flying club
members Reflecting the views of the
family Dave‟s wife Janet said ldquoIt was
wonderful As a family we have all
lived and breathed the restoration
these past years it has occupied every
spare minute of their time I have no
idea what they will do nextrdquo
ldquoPerhaps I will get them to decorate
our houserdquo she said with a grin
The 8 Ball Gliding Group operates as
a part of the Shipdham Flying Club
and fly a wide selection of vintage
and modern gliders in a friendly and
comfortable environment The flying
club is privileged to operate from
Shipdham Airfield a former World
War 2 base owned by Mrs E
Paterson
The airfield was home to the
USAAF 44th Bomb Group the
ldquoFlying 8 Ballsrdquo which operated
Liberator aircraft on highly
dangerous daylight bombing
missions over Europe Their first
combat mission was flown on
November 7 1942 and was the first
of 344 missions flown against the
Axis powers in WW II Over 8400
individual combat sorties were
flown by the 44th during which 850
brave young men lost their lives
Their sacrifice is commemorated
with a Memorial at the Club and
also with a museum there dedicated
to their memory
If you would like to experience the
thrill of gliding at Shipdham or buy a
voucher to give as a gift to someone
you think would enjoy it then
contact the Membership Secretary on
sfcmembershipbtinternetcom or
by phone on 07713880689 or
telephone the Club on 01362 820 709
at the weekends
The moment the Prefect left the ground for the first time in 27 years with Mr Ladley at the controls
Left David Dunwell and in the aircraft David Ladley
West Norfolk Aviation Society Len Raven was the guest speaker at
the June meeting his subject was
Helicopter Operations in Malaya This
was based on his own experiences
and was very well illustrated with a
wide variety of photographs
The Malayan Emergency was a
guerrilla war fought between
Commonwealth armed forces and the
Malayan National Liberation Army
(MNLA) the military arm of the
Malayan Communist Party from 1948
to 1960 During the campaign RAF
helicopters operated in support of the
ground Forces moving troops ferrying
supplies and carrying out medical
evacuation At the start of the
Emergency the British had a total of 13
infantry battalions in Malaya including
seven partly-formed Gurkha battalions
three British battalions two battalions
of the Royal Malay Regiment and a
British Royal Artillery Regiment being
utilised as infantry This force was too
small to effectively meet the threat of
the communist terrorists or bandits
and more infantry battalions were
needed in Malaya The British brought
in soldiers from units such as the Royal
Marines Australian forces and Kings
African Rifles Another effort was a re-
formation of the Special Air Service in
1950 as a specialised reconnaissance
raiding and counter-insurgency unit
The society will next meet in
September Guests and new members
welcomed for more details phone
01842 879210 or 01953 882246
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 3
Attleborough Coffee amp Chat At St Maryrsquos Church Hall
Behind St Maryrsquos Attleborough Saturdays 10am to 1130 - Come and have a
coffee tea or maybe a scone and most importantly a chat
Following the amazing success of last
year‟s charity event Orphanage supporters
Ann and Terry Mahoney have decided to
put a Western slant
on the proceedings
by staging a ldquoTexas
Barbeque and
Rodeordquo
The event will take
place on Saturday
the 4th September at
Carbrooke Village
Hall from 7pm until
late and will include
Wild Bull Riding
Line Dancing Wild
West Trivia Quiz
and Prize Raffle
Dancing the night
away to Country
and Western
and Rockabilly
sounds
The pound10 admission
charge includes a
Texas style Chilli
and Jacket Potato
served with Anne‟s
special Barbequed
Spare Ribs
Coleslaw and
assorted Tex-Mex
goodies
Terry who is an
executive director of
the Humanitarian Concern Centre in
Kathmandu Nepal has with the continued
support of friends business colleagues and
comedian Frank Carson raised enough
money to pay for rent and school uniforms
for the 28 children at the orphanage and
enough money to provide them with a
healthy balanced diet for the year
Whilst in Nepal last October Terry
managed to negotiate a 5 year rental
agreement with the Orphanage landlord
This will be the first time the children have
been able to live anywhere longer than 12
months The new home has solar water
heating and 3 bathrooms Rather different
to the last one which had one bathroom
between all 28 of them no windows and an
open 4 storey concrete staircase
Terry says ldquoAll these children need in their
lives is some sort of stability what has been
achieved to date is living proof as to what a
relatively small amount of money in our
terms can do for those who literally have
nothingrdquo
All monies received will go directly to the
Orphanage Please come and help support
these childrenhellipwe are sure you‟ll all have
a mighty fine time For further information
please feel free to contact Terry at
tmahoneygotadslcouk or on 07713
122536
Pictured is Shristi Pariyar and some of the
younger children at the orphanage Shristi is
18 years old and has studied hard all the
way through school Her hard work was
rewarded with a scholarship and she is now
studying to become an accountant As the
oldest girl the other kids all look up to her
Texas style barbeque is the next fund raiser for Kathmandu Orphanage
(the five-year land supply) to meet their
RSS quota However the land supply is
often bigger than the Local Planning
Authority wished to allocate due to the
need to meet central targets
Uncertainty remains after the recent
announcement abolishing the Regional
Strategies as it did not abolish the five-
year supply requirement This could
mean that planning authorities aren‟t
able to prevent developments on land
that they were reluctant to put forward
originally and undermine the
Government‟s commitment to foster
more local support on developments
In a report to be presented to Breckland
Council‟s Development Control
Committee on the 2nd August
councillors are told that ldquoBreckland is
short of demonstrating a 5 year
deliverable supply of housing [ ] To
help remedy the situation Breckland will
consider applications for housing
favourably in line with the policies set
out in Paragraphs 71 and 69 and the
other policies in Planning Policy
Statement 3rdquo
The report then goes on to say ldquoIn
order to consider applications for
housing favourably [as above] it may
be necessary to make a departure from
the current development plan rdquo
This change in effect removes the
ability to ensure that development
takes place in accordance with the
current and future Local Development
Framework which has been the subject
of so much work in the past few years
More worryingly for residents living
near open land the report goes on to
suggest that if developers can show
that their proposal is available suitable
and achievable within the next five
years and does not transgress any
national policies then developments
outside the defined settlement
boundary may well be considered
favourably
This is the case with the proposed
development in Watton and residents
both there and near the remaining
green areas of the old RAF Watton site
and elsewhere in the town are deeply
concerned that they may have
unwelcome developments built quite
literally up the their garden fences
According to Breckland‟s own figures
in the report our area will be short of
the five year target by 2475 dwellings
and this has prompted fears locally of a
ldquodeveloper‟s gold rushrdquo as they seek to
gain planning permission on land
previously excluded resulting in
hundreds possibly thousands more
homes in our towns and villages
Mid Norfolk MP George Freeman has
written to Eric Pickles the Secretary of
State for Communities and Local
Government expressing his concern
that if left unaddressed this issue
could allow some property developers
to get around the Government‟s policy
of empowering local communities and
push through unpopular and unwanted
developments
Mr Freeman said ldquothe Government‟s
announcement to give local
communities control over what is
developed on their doorstep in very
welcome However I am concerned
that without a clarification the
legislation may unwittingly create a
Trojan horse The top-down demands
of the RSS may continue in ghost form
unless there is clear guidancerdquo
ldquoWymondham and Attleborough are
perfect examples of a problem we see
across our region whose character is
threatened by unrealistic commitments
to develop large housing estates These
estates are too often unpopular locally
not accompanied by sufficient
investment in local infrastructure and
forced on local communitiesrdquo
ldquoI share the concerns of many of our
local councillors that this may be a
loophole and I‟ve asked the Secretary
of State to clarify the position
urgentlyrdquo
The Mid-Norfolk Times approached
Breckland Council Leader Mr William
Nunn for a comment on Mr Freeman‟s
letter and the land situation in Watton
in particular but he was unavailable
for comment on this matter However a
report by the Interim Chief Executive
on this subject to the same meeting
says that the wards most likely to be
affected by the change are
Attleborough Dereham Swaffham
Thetford Watton Harling
Narborough Shipdham and Swanton
Morleyrdquo and it goes on to say
ldquoIn the financial year (2009-10) Breckland
only delivered 528 new dwellings
Currently Breckland only has a 193 year
supply of land making the District unable
to demonstrate a five year supply of land
Breckland has a high housing delivery
target and it is likely that large
predominantly greenfield sites will be
needed to meet these targets (M-NT
Italics) In future years the adoption of the
Site Specific Policies and Proposals
Document the Thetford Area Action Plan
and the Attleborough and Snetterton Heath
Area Action Plan will mean that
Breckland will be able to demonstrate a
five year supply of land
ldquoWhilst the District does not have a five
year supply of land PPS3 states at
paragraph 71 that they should look
favourably upon planning applications for
housing in areas within the Core Strategies
Spatial Vision In Breckland this refers to
the five market towns and four Local
Service Centres which received a positive
housing allocation Additionally paragraph
69 of PPS3 sets out criteria controlling the
quality and sustainability of housing
development which is predicated in the
five year supply caserdquo
(Continued from page 1)
Developer‟s Gold Rush
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 4 News
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In September 1st Saham Toney
Brownies will be joining with
other members from Watton
District on an outing to Great
Yarmouth Organised by Norfolk
Girlguiding
It is called Seaside Sparkle and is
part of Girlguiding Centenary
celebrations
On Tuesday 17th August at
730pm at the Wells Cole
Community Centre Bell Lane
Saham Toney Robin Horn is
giving a talk and slide show on his
trip to Peru Robin has written a
short introduction to the talk
Three and a half years ago I
accepted a Macmillan Cancer
Support fundraising challenge
The final part of the challenge was
to spend four days hiking the Inca
Trail high in the Andean
Mountains of Peru This I did two
years ago The adventure took me
through magnificent scenery and
past Inca ruins ending up at the
fabulous site of Machu Picchu -
regarded by many as the eighth
wonder of the world
Come and find out more about his
trip and see the magnificent
scenery he experienced Tickets
are available from Bryony on
01953 889167 or at Adcocks in
Watton at pound3 each and include
refreshments There will also be a
raffle on the evening
Moneys raised will go towards
our special Centenary trip to
Seaside Sparkle - not quite Peru
but nevertheless an Adventure
Bryony Horn
Talk on Peru will help Brownies Sparkle
Almost a year ago I was driving through
Hingham just going past St Andrew‟s
Church when I saw a poster for an
exhibition The art group was having an
exhibition alongside as I discovered a
most talented and sociable group of
ladiesthe Hardingham Textile Group
Creeping quietly into the Church I was
greeted warmly by a number of people
but as my main interest is in working
with textiles I headed straight for a very
special part of an outstanding exhibition
The items I saw and was itching to
handle were of a wide variety and could
only serve to excite anyone connected
with a similar pleasurable pastime
I found out about joining this fabulous
group and did so in September 2009
Since that date I have been able to
explore and experiment with such things
as stitching with metals and clay transfer
printing kantha embroidery needle
painting metal thread work machine
stitching on water soluble fabrics
freestyle Florentine and Banjara bags
The list is endless and caters for varied
ages and levels of expertise
Encouragement and advice is always on
hand and of course there is always the
star pupil who I try to emulate (if only)
Once again it is time for the exhibition
which includes both traditional and
modern pieces in Hingham Church from
Wednesday 1st September to Saturday
4th September 2010 inclusive Opening
times are from 9am to 5pm on
Wednesday to Friday and 9am to 4pm on
Saturday Admission is free The
Hingham and Hardingham Art Group
will be having their annual art exhibition
alongside Steph George
Norfolk County Councils Environment
Transport and Development overview and
scrutiny panel have been told it would cost
pound88m next year (2011-12) to restore roads
to their 2006-07 condition The report
acknowledges that this is unaffordable
The structural maintenance budget this year
is pound367m and Government funding is
expected to be cut further in the autumn
A report to the Panel says that the overall
condition of Norfolks county road network
was relatively stable when assessed last
autumn - but the impact of the harsh winter
and the effectiveness of repairs and
increased investment this year will not
become clear until the roads are surveyed
in the coming autumn (2010)
The panel were told that on A roads early
intervention through measures such as
surface dressing has achieved some
improvements and a reduction in the
maintenance backlog However the
condition of B and C class roads and
bridges has shown some deterioration
Although the condition of roads is
relatively stable year on year
Adrian Gunson Cabinet member for travel
and transport said Since 200405 the
money we have spent on structural
maintenance has remained almost static in
cash terms but inflation means that we can
only carry out about two thirds of the
volume of work we were able to do five
years ago Careful targeting of resources by
our engineers intervening at the right time
with the right treatments has helped
maintain a safe network and limited further
deterioration With even less money in the
years ahead maintaining our roads to
ensure safety and prevent rapid
deterioration is likely to take priority over
improvement projects
It‟s a reading revolution that is sweeping
the country and it‟s now taking off in
Norfolk as people catch on to the benefits
of ebooks
Norfolk County Council‟s Library Service
launched its digital library on 10 May and
between then and the end of June 443
people have downloaded 1085 ebooks
While this falls some way short of the
1010007 traditional books borrowed from
Norfolk libraries in May and June with
more and more people preferring to receive
information electronically the library
service predicts this gap will soon start to
narrow
As with its traditional book loan service it
costs nothing to borrow an ebook from the
library and at the end of the loan period ndash
which can be either seven 14 or 21 days ndash
the ebook file will be automatically deleted
from the borrower‟s device meaning there
is never any danger of paying overdue
charges All people need to borrow an
ebook is a personal PC with internet access
and to be a member of the library service ndash
which is also free to join
Derrick Murphy Cabinet Member for
Cultural Services at Norfolk County
Council said ldquoPhysical books are still
at the heart of our libraries and will be
for a very long time to come The new
ebooks loan service is a great
development though and offers library
members choice about how they want
to read ndash for some people it will be a
more attractive and practical alternative
than borrowing a pile of paperbacks in
person The reaction to ebooks has
been fantastic so far and we‟ll continue
to grow and improve the service
according to demand and customer
feedbackrdquo
The main advantage an ebook has over a
paper or hardback version is that it is
simply an electronic file and thus
completely weightless When stored on an
ereader device potentially hundreds of
books can be taken and read anywhere
making them popular with people who like
to read on the go With the summer
holidays about to start the library service is
anticipating more interest in ebooks from
holidaymakers who like to read on the
beach or by the pool
There are 2426 ebooks in the Norfolk
digital library and up to six titles can be
borrowed by one person at any one time
Ebooks that have recently become available
to borrow include Love in a Cold Climate
by Nancy Mitford Witches Abroad by
Terry Pratchett and The Count of Monte
Cristo by Alexandre Dumas
To become a member of Norfolk County
Council‟s library service visit
wwwlibrariesnorfolkgovuk Existing
members can access the digital library and
borrow ebooks via a link on the same page
Not all ereaders are compatible with the
system Norfolk libraries uses for a list of
compatible devices see the link at the top of
the digital library homepage
Textile and Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Hingham
Maintaining the condition of Norfolk‟s roads bdquounaffordable‟
Some famous people such as Sir Richard
Branson Dame Judi Dench Prunella
Scales Sir Ian Mckellen Joanna Lumley
Sir John Major Felicity Kendal Joan
Collins Sir Michael Caine Stephen Fry
Nicholas Parsons and Bob Flowerdew have
all contributed recipes and stories to a new
book of recipes entitled ldquoAble to Cookrdquo
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of Able
Community Care a cookery book bdquoAble to
Cook‟ has been published with funds raised
from the book sales going to Age UK
(Norfolk) and Connects and Co a charity
which supports young carers
Able Community Care was established by
Angela Gifford in Norwich in 1980 The
company provides live-in carer schemes
throughout Great Britain and the Channel
Islands a true alternative to moving into a
residential care setting
Angela Gifford explained the idea behind
the book ldquoOver the years many recipes
have been passed down to us from care
workers and clients And when considering
how to celebrate our pearl anniversary a
cookery book made up of our care workers
and clients dishes came to mindrdquo
ldquoLater to enhance this idea and to help
raise funds for our chosen charities we
decided to seek recipes from famous
people who had a link with Norfolk and
ask them for a reason why they liked to
cook their chosen reciperdquo
The result is bdquoAble to Cook‟ The book
enables cooks to have fun and cook with
the stars whilst raising money for charity at
the same time ndash the perfect combination
Readers can buy the book on line at
wwwuk-carecom or if you don‟t have
Internet please ring 01603 764567
You‟ll be bdquoAble to Cook‟ with this book
Norfolk County Council libraries invite you to join the ebook revolution
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 5
Attleborough High School and Sixth Form
Centre presented a cheque for pound40700 to
Dr Henry Mannings of Star Throwers the
Wymondham based Cancer support
charity Students of the school had raised
the money for the charity as they wanted to
support the wonderful work that this
charity carries out in the local community
After Dr Mannings presented an assembly
at the school and after a Sixth Form visit
to the charity base students were eager to
raise money to help the important work of
the charity Year 12 students wanted to be
able to donate the funds to provide the
charity with another educational model for
identifying a common form of cancer the
pound407 donated on this occasion will allow
this
Star Throwers (wwwstarthrowersorguk)
has been in development for a number of
years finally launching in September
2009 Star Throwers is a not-for-profit
registered charity run entirely by
passionate volunteers dedicated to
supporting and advising people in East
Anglia who are affected by cancer or are
at particular risk of developing cancer The
charity seeks to provide a range of advice
for cancer prevention and treatment for
sufferers and their families and to develop
educational opportunities so people can
make informed choices about their
treatment and to increase the awareness
necessary for cancer prevention in lifestyle
choices As well as detailed up to date
advice about cancer and all forms of
medical treatment the charity also offers a
range of complementary therapies to
support those who are suffering from the
disease and their relatives These presently
include Massage Reiki Reflexology
family counselling and osteopathy The
charity aims to educate the public on the
prevention of cancer They are constantly
developing their education programme and
can offer focussed workshops on different
aspects of the disease to inform and help
prevention
Dr Mannings commented ldquoStar Throwers
would like to thank Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre staff and
students for the money they have raised
today and in the past for our charity We
have developed good links with this school
ndash Sixth Formers recently attended a series
of workshops at the charity base in
Wymondham It is so important that we
have opportunities to educate young
people about their health whether it be
methods of checking themselves for signs
of cancer or how to develop a healthy
lifestyle that helps to maximise their
chances of preventing cancerrdquo
Dr Henry Mannings of Star Throwers
Charity in Wymondham receiving a
cheque from Asisitant Headteacher
Carmina McConnell with students from
the school at Attleborough High School
and Sixth Form
Centre
If you need some
help or advice or
feel that you could
get involved and
assist Star
Throwers in their
quest to support
those touched by
cancer in East
Anglia please call
on 01953 423304
or go to their
website
Attleborough High School Supports Star Throwers
Sometimes called the father of
English literature Chaucer is
credited by some scholars as the
first author to demonstrate the
artistic legitimacy of the
vernacular Middle English rather
than French or Latin and though
he died in October 1400 his work
echoes down through the
centuries most notably perhaps
through the Canterbury Tales
The Chaucer Man Trevor Eaton
in his visits and performances to
Primary and Secondary Schools
and Colleges all over the country
has introduced some 100000
school pupils of all ages to live
Chaucer
Mr Eaton is a graduate of New
College Oxford and the
University of Kent at Canterbury
A former University Lecturer in
Anglo-Saxon and Middle English
he founded and edited for 30
years the international review
ldquoJournal of Literary Semanticsrdquo
He has published several books
on linguistics and literature and
has commercially recorded 20 full
-length cassettes in Middle
English (for Pearl Records) The
Canterbury Tales (complete) Sir
Gawain and the Green Knight and
Pearl His 2 CD set recording of
Beowulf unabridged in Anglo-
Saxon was featured in
Kaleidoscope on BBC Radio 4
He has given more than 1200
performances of Chaucers Tales
and has appeared at the
Cheltenham Festival of Literature
the Chaucer Festival in
Canterbury Garden Festival
Wales Rochester Literary
Festival and the Swansea Fringe
Festival
The Chaucer Man will visit your
school or college and present your
choice of Chaucers works in
Middle English pronunciation
bringing the texts to life Some
Tales he knows by heart
simultaneously reciting in Middle
English and acting the story
There is no limit to the size of the
audience - the more the merrier in
fact - though an appropriate
number of teachers should be
present If you would like to find
out more you can Contact the
Chaucer Man on 01303 260 380
The Chaucer Man
The World‟s Biggest Coffee
Morning is back and this year
the charity needs your help
even more than before due to
the economic climate Can you
help them If so all you need to
do is register to take part and
you will receive a free
fundraising pack so you can
help even more people living
with cancer
This year‟s bdquoWorld‟s Biggest
Coffee Morning‟ event takes
place on Friday 24 September
Helen Chapman Fundraising
Manager for Macmillan Cancer
Support said bdquoLast year
pound184000 was raised in Norfolk
from 800 events It would be
wonderful if readers who have
held events before could go one
step further by raising an extra
pound50 at their events If everyone
did this we could potentially
raise pound225000‟
There are currently 2 million
people living with cancer in the
UK and one in three of us will
be affected by cancer at some
point during our lifetime
Macmillan is most famous for
its nurses but we do provide
other support including a free
phone line for anyone affected
by cancer financial support for
things like hospital trips and we
also campaign for better cancer
care So every cup of coffee on
24 September really will count
Everyone can make their cuppa
count by holding a coffee
morning at home at work or at
school To hold a coffee morning
for Macmillan register by
calling 0845 602 1246 or visit
wwwmacmillanorgukcoffee
Unable to hold an event Then
why not make a donation to
Macmillan by calling the above
number and paying by debit or
credit card
Will you be putting a smile on your Coffee Mug
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 6 News
The Boo amp Hiss Theatre Company Proudly Presents
an Amateur Production of
Tickets pound5
On Sale Wednesday
1st September
From Mullenger amp Co
High Street Watton
01953 883 474
If you dont find
these pictures of
just a few of the
cast scary enough
Then Just Wait Till
The Spirits Rise
In the
Queens H
all Thursday 23rd
Friday 24th
Saturday 25th
Septem
ber
I am the Archivist and Registrar for the
Pre-1940 Triumph Owners Club and
also the proud owner of two 1930‟s
Triumph Gloria saloons Over the past
10 years I have been busy expanding
the club‟s records to help gain a better
idea of the original Triumph Motor
Company‟s (1923 to 1940) production
of models and numbers manufactured
It is currently estimated that in total
Triumph built 35000 vehicles which is
less than a large motor company such
as Morris would produce in a year
Unfortunately the company collapsed
just before the outbreak of war and
during the Coventry Blitz all
production records were destroyed
Thankfully the Triumph name survived
and became even more popular after
the war when Standard bought what
was then just a bdquopaper‟ company One
of the very few tangible links between
the two companies was Walter
Belgrove Triumph‟s chief stylist who
went on to join Standard and designed
the TR2 sports car
During my research I have met and
corresponded with many past owners
of these coach built cars from all over
the world Receiving so many
interesting accounts of life with these
cars gave me the idea to write and
publish a book featuring them In 2005
I released my first book and following
its success in sales and attracting more
stories and family photos over the past
5 years As the result I have now
published Volume 2
Pre-1940 Triumph Motor Cars from
Family Photograph Albums ndash Volume
2 is a high quality hard-bound book
with 128 pages containing 113
nostalgic memories of life with these
Pre-war Triumphs from all over the
world (including six from Norfolk)
illustrated with bdquofamily snaps‟ from
1920‟s to early 1970‟s It covers a
broad range of Triumph models such as
Super Sevens Southern Crosses
Glorias Vitesses and Dolomites
I am also pleased to say that I arranged
for the book to be printed and bound
locally which is not common these
days with so many printers and binders
closing down as a result of strong
overseas competition
The book costs pound20 plus pound482 pampp
and as with my first book is only
available direct from me at the address
below
I have already started Volume 3 and
with time marching on I am
experiencing more difficulty in finding
people who either owned or
remembered these stylish cars when
they were used as everyday transport
Therefore I will be very pleased to
hear from and speak with anyone who
has memories and photos of these Pre-
war Triumphs so that they can be
saved and enjoyed forever in print
Every account is of great value to me
and the club as at the very least it adds
another car to our records If it is
already recorded I may be able to
advise who first owned it or its
eventual fate
Graham Shipman Brick Kiln Farm
Shropham Norfolk NR17 1ED
Email gsbkfbtinteretcom Tel
01953 498 180
Pictured is Graham standing by the
drivers door of his 1936 Gloria Vitesse
with Roger amp Edna Barnes
Nostalgic motoring book released by local author
Mrs Cath Mills Head Teacher of Great Ellingham And Rocklands Primary
Schools retired form her post in July She joined Great Ellingham Primary
School in 1999 as deputy head teacher In 2003 she became acting head before
being appointed head teacher in 2004 Since then she has led the school forward
through many changes
Mrs Mills has overseen a large building project which gave the school four
spacious new classrooms and transformed the teaching environment The school
grounds have also been rejuvenated with a pirate ship trim trail vegetable patch
and wildlife area The school is now bursting at the seams and a happy and lively
place for the children to learn
In 2007 Great Ellingham went into partnership with Rocklands Primary School
and since then Mrs Mills has had responsibility for both schools
Among other refurbishments Rocklands Primary School now has a new Servery
and can offer proper school lunches as well as vastly extended and improved
facilities for Class One
Superb management has
even enabled this small
village school to maintain
three classes when so many
schools have had to make
cuts
Mrs Mills has taken the
partnership through its early
days and established a strong
relationship that utilises the
expertise from both schools
With her friendly but
thorough approach Mrs
Mills leaves both schools in
good spirits and with great
potential to go forward and
improve She will be greatly
missed and the Governors
Staff and pupils wish her all
the best for her bdquoretirement‟
Both schools now look
forward to welcoming Mrs
Heather Ware as their new
head teacher from
September
Popular Head Teacher Retires
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 7
Rocklands Great Bank Holiday Art amp Craft Fair is on Monday 30th August in Rocklands Manor Meadows and the Big
Black Barns Open from 11 am to 5 pm there will be arts and crafts food drink plants music machines and more
Popular potters like Heather Graham and Felicity Hoyle are coming again and new to us this year is Jo Sweeting
who is exhibiting her stone and letter carving along with many other specially chosen craftsmen Wildlife artist
Jonathan Yule is exhibiting for us this year and miniaturist Edith Clarke is another one of our new exhibitors ndash and
what about Christopher Hoyle ndash do you know his work Come and find out
On the veranda we have the
sketching supremo Chris
Riddell the political
cartoonist of the
Observer and illustrator
and co-author of the
Edge Chronicles
drawing pencil portraits
of you or your loved
ones for only pound500 In
the meadows we have
garden sculpture by Si
Uwin and Martin Pigg
plants for sale Pat Ram‟s
War Memorabilia and
displays of Static
Engines and Iron Works
When you need a rest we
have The Rum Brothers
Band playing again for
us while you eat a
ploughman‟s tea and
cakes hot dogs ice
cream and we have the
bar laid on by the
Rocklands White Hart
The gardens woods and
ponds are yours to enjoy
all day All this for just
adults pound3 children pound100
infants free parking free
pay on the gate
Rocklands Manor
Scoulton Road Rockland
St Peter NR17 1UW
01953 483226
For St Peter‟s Church
e-mail salesbobsmobilescouk
If you happen to be in the Queens Hall
on Thursday 23th Friday 24th or
Saturday 25th September then it
probably will be But it might be hard
to hear over the roars of laughter that
are bound to echo around the Queens
Hall in Watton as the Boo and Hiss
Theatre Company present their 2010
show Laughter in the Dark
In a change from the trend of recent
years of performing popular television
shows such as ldquoAllo Allordquo ldquoAre You
Being Servedrdquo etc and most recently
last year‟s acclaimed production of
ldquoDads Armyrdquo Boo and Hiss have
taken on a really challenging
production of Laughter in the Dark by
Victor Lucas
Laughter in the Dark is an immensely
funny play which takes place at
Creeching Cheeney in deepest darkest
somewhere and strange but very funny
happenings are occurring An oddly
assorted group of people (and we don‟t
mean the cast but rather the
characters though both statements
might be true but I digress) Anyway
this oddball bunch are assembled on a
snowy Christmas Eve to hear the
readings of a will laying down certain
stipulations before they can inherit
their legacies
A creepy butler skeletons ghosts and
rattling chains add to the excitement in
the snowbound house and an uninvited
guest in the shape of a large Red
Indian rampages through this hilarious
romp
This is quite a large production
featuring some of the Company‟s best
loved performers and we don‟t think it
is too much of an exaggeration to say
that we have all been surprised how the
characters have matched the players
From the creepy old Butler played by
Keith Gilbert the delightful Bunny
Tucker played by Stacy Wilkinson
Alethea and Herbert Budget played by
Rita Lake and Alan Abel to Alec
ldquolavish lavishrdquo Ogleby played by
Gavin Challis and his PA Lydia
Prentice played by Fleur ldquoNone Betterrdquo
Revell Lake
With some bright young faces and one
or two more scary old ones there can
be no doubt you are in for a treat We
are not going to give any more away
except to say that tickets go on sale on
Wednesday 1st September so we
suggest you don‟t leave it too long
before you get yours because this looks
like being a sell-out production
Is that the rattling of chains I can hear
Why are there not more litter bins
in public spaces and around
schools Do the police treat young
offenders differently to older ones
How often are school busses
checked for safety
These were just some of the questions
put to the panels of senior public
services officials by the Breckland
Youth Select Committee last Thursday
at the EcoTech Centre in Swaffham
The grillings were the culmination
of a day in which over 80 children
from Charles Burrell Old
Buckenham and Northgate High
Schools and Sacred Heart Convent
School learnt the importance of
getting involved in community
issues and how they can influence
things that affect them
They split into four groups to talk about
the environment anti-social behaviour
leisure and transport Working with
Officers from Breckland Council each
group identified what the common
important issues are and designed
questions which they later put to the
panels
Breckland Council Executive Member
for Communities and Benefits Adrian
Stasiak and his Executive Support
Member Lynda Turner took part in the
event and both were impressed by the
experience
Mr Stasiak commented ldquoI know that
the young people involved enjoyed the
day and I hope it may encourage them
to become bdquoVocal Locals‟ within their
communities Maybe they might even
be inspired to put themselves forward
to become a Youth Councillor in the
next Breckland Youth Council
Elections in February 2011rdquo
Lynda was also impressed by the
quality of the exchanges
ldquoSitting on the panel was a big
challenge with some testing questions
across a wide range of issues It was
also a day of honesty and learning for
all involved The questions also
stimulated discussion and debate and
that is what democracy is all aboutrdquo
Local services chiefs put to the test by youngsters
Northgate high school pupils prepare questions for the panel Kate
Mitchell 14 (left) and Rowan Collins 14
Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair on 30th August
I write this months article after
returning from the funeral of our
oldest regular producer Joan
Redgell who died on 30th June at
the age of 90 Many of you have
been warmed by her knitted gloves
and scarves or charmed by the baby
clothes she knitted We extend our
heartfelt sympathy to John and the
rest of her large family Our other
knitters continue to provide the
lovely garments that have proved so
popular with our customers
Next month you will be seeing
posters in many places promoting
British Food fortnight you dont
have to wait so long to buy British
food at Watton Country Market All
our food is produced within a ten
mile radius of Watton and brought
fresh to Market every Wednesday
morning
Our crafters are all local people too
as well as knitted goods we have a
wide range of etched glass turned
wood CE approved wooden toys
jewellery and greetings cards for all
occasions All our producers are
happy to accept special orders
Our cooks all have current hygiene
certificates and their kitchens have
been checked by the Environment
Agency to ensure food safety in all
our products Our eggs too come
from a local farm
Please visit us any Wednesday
morning between 830 and 1130
am in the Watton Christian
Community Centre Come early if
you want the widest possible choice
In the smaller hall at the rear of the
Centre the Methodist ladies serve
coffee and tea so you can shop and
relax without any extra journey
British food every week at Watton Country Market
The latest in our very successful
Wayland Partnership Craft Fairs is
being held on Saturday 27th
November between 10am ndash 2pm at
the Queens Hall Watton
Our aim is to promote the handmade
work of talented individuals and
provide them with a venue where they
can exhibit and sell their work directly
to the public We also want to provide
the public with an opportunity to
purchase quality handmade crafts and
allow them to speak with the people
who make them
We carefully select exhibitors to
ensure that the standards of crafts are
kept high and that there is a varied
range of crafts showcased at each
event If you are looking for something
different and if quality and
affordability are important to you you
will find what you are looking for at a
Wayland Partnership Craft Fair At this
point in time we have our quota of card
and jewellery producers
Bookings for tables are now being
taken please contact Susan
Hollingworth 01953 880205 or email
susanwaylandorguk for further
information
Autumn Craft Fair
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 8 News
Festival dos Santos Populares em Watton
Esta celebraccedilatildeo acontece
por todo o Pais para
festejar os Santos
O primeiro `e o St
Antόnio que `e mais
festejado na cidade de
Lisboa onde se faz um
casamento onde participam varios
noivos ao mesmo tempo a que chama-
mos as Noivas de St Antόnio
O Segundo S Joatildeo que `e mais
festejado na cidade do Porto em que o
ponto alto da festas satildeo os fogos de
artifiacutecio no fim da noite
O terceiro `e S Pedro que em Sintra
(Lisboa) `e a cidade onde `e mais
comemorado embora como todos os
outros satildeo festejado por todo o pais
Tudo isto `e festejado e comemorado
com muita muacutesica as ruas decoradas
com flores e outras decoraccedilotildees feitas de
papel comida especial como natildeo
poderia deixar de ser a Sardinha e o
Chouriccedilo Assado e a especial soupa de
Caldo Verde como foi feito em Watton
Foi um dia fantaacutestico Com a
participaccedilatildeo de diferentes
comunidades InglesaPolacaLituania
e claro Portugueses Foi um grande
conviviu onde todos se deliciaram com
a comida a musica e o Tempo que
esteve tatildeo quente nesse dia
Com a participaccedilatildeo de quase 100
pessoas incluindo crianccedilas foi um dia
inesquecivel que foi festejado por todos
os partecipantes
A organizaccedilatildeo quer agradecer a todas
as pessoas que tornaram este dia
possivel
O Breckland (suporte financeiro)
Wayland House Watton Junior School
Project Rainbow Watton Service
Centre Tina Cruz ndash Watton Family
Support Rute Ferreira Dulce Pires
Antonio P Teresa Francisco Batista
and Otilia C
O numero da rifa `e o 51
Eu espero que para o prόximo ano
tenhamos mais participantes
OBRIGADO a todos
Festiwal Popularnych świętych w Watton
Tej uroczystości
odbywa się w
całym kraju z
okazji Wszystkich
Świętych
Pierwszy i ktoacutere św Antonio
i najbardziej znanych w
Lizbonie gdzie znajduje się
małżeństwo ktoacutera dotyczyła
kilku chłopakoacutew w tym samym
czasie że nazywa się
Oblubienicą St Antonio
II i S Joatildeo że najbardziej
znanych w mieście Porto gdzie
punktem kulminacyjnym
uroczystości są fajerwerki na
koniec nocy
Trzeciego i S Pedro gdy pos roacutewnież
obchodzony w całym kraju co inne
Sintra (Lisboa) i miasto gdzie i
bardziej obchodzi
Wszystko to i wiele sławy
obchodzony z muzyką ulice
udekorowane kwiatami i upiększanie
inne papierowe jedzenie bardzo
szczegoacutelne ponieważ nie może już być
Sardine i Choriceras Tricorne
specjalnych Soup i palona Green Juice
jak miało to miejsce w Watton
To był fantastyczny dzień Z udziałem
roacuteżnych społeczności Angielski
Polski Litwy i oczywiście po
portugalsku To było wielkie żyli gdzie
ludzie byli zadowoleni z jedzenia
muzyki i pogody ktoacutera była tak gorąca
że dzień
Z udziałem blisko 100 osoacuteb w tym
dzieci był pamiętny dzień ktoacutery był
zachwycony wszyscy uczestnicy
rozdziału
Organizacja chce podziękować
wszystkim ktoacuterzy tego dnia możliwe
Breckland (wsparcie finansowe)
Wayland House Watton Junior
SchoolProject Rainbow Watton
Service Centre Tina Cruz - Watton
Family Support Rute Ferreira Dulce
Pires Antonio P Teresa Francisco
Batista Otilia i C Liczba loterii i 51
Mam nadzieję że więcej uczestnikoacutew
w przyszłym roku Dziękuję wszystkim
Popular Saints Festival in Watton The celebration was about the Saints
that we commemorate for all our
country The first Saint Anthony is
most celebrated in Lisbon City were
they hold a big wedding ceremony with
lots of grooms at the same time
The second is Saint John the biggest
festival is celebrated in Porto City with
a spectacular firework display at the
end of the night
The last one Saint Peter is most
commemorated in Sintra (Lisbon) and
is very important as well
All the celebrations include music and
all the roads are decorated with paper
flowers and other displays The special
food is barbecued Sardines and
Chourico with Soup Caldo Verde like
we did here in Watton
It was a fantastic day This event
had the participation of the many
different communities including
English Polish Lithuanian and
Portuguese The mix of people
enjoyed the food the music and the
weather which was very hot day
With nearly 100 people attending
including children it was an
unforgettable day for everybody
The organisers want to thank
everyone who helped make this
event possible including Breckland
Council Wayland House Watton
Junior School Project Rainbow
Watton Service Centre Tina Cruz ndash
Watton Family Support and Rute
Ferreira Dulce Pires Antonio P
Teresa Francisco Batista and Otilia
C The winning raffle ticket was
number 51 We hope many more of
you will attend next year THANK
YOU to everybody
On August 8th Taylor along with
Tom Dave and his dad Richard
will be embarking on a sponsored
bike ride The intrepid quartet will
be negotiating the blue route in
Thetford Forests High Lodge
The route is over 8 miles of a
tough forest track and the team
will complete 7 circuits over 50
miles in total and should take just
under 10 hours to complete
In January Taylor successfully
completed a scholarship weekend
at Gordonstoun School in
Scotland and has since been told
that He has won an all-round
scholarship to study there
Mr Rose Wayland Community
High Schools Head teacher said
ldquoTaylor is a remarkable young
man very determined and
motivated keen to increase his
knowledge and understanding
across all the subjects he studies
Since his early trip to
Gordonstoun last year I have had
no doubt he would gordquo
ldquoHe has developed into a very
mature and intelligent young man
ndash we are very proud of what he
has achieved so far and are sure
he will make his mark in society
in years to come He will be the
10th student to gain a scholarship
to Gordonstoun in the last 3 years
and will be a great ambassador for
Norfolk and Wayland Well done
Taylorrdquo
Taylor has developed a caring
nature growing up helping his
parents with his disabled sister
and is keen to enrol in the local
services and also the international
service that is on offer at
Gordonstoun He is also keen to
join the Royal Navy as an
Engineering Officer
The team will be raising money
for the Gordonstoun Fund and
also for SSAFA ndash Soldiers
Sailors Airmen Families
Association forces help Taylor
would like to give back to the
Gordonstoun fund so that others
can have the chance that he has
been given
For more details or to sponsor a
member of the team go to
wwwmerijetacoukbikeride or
call 07547 ndash 669688
Riding to Raise Funds
ART Stoke Ferry Church The All Saints Painters 2010
exhibition proved to be even more
successful than last year The artists
welcomed around 500 visitors to the
event All commented on the very
high quality and variety of work
displayed and on the beauty of the
venue Many originating from Stoke
Ferry shared memories and were
delighted to find the church in such
good order and in use again
The artists thank all who came to
view or buy The All Saints
Painters are particularly grateful to
their Patron Kit Hesketh- Harvey
for generously allowing them to use
the church building and to all those
who supported their exhibition by
publicising the event
Flushed with this years success
The All Saints Painters aim to
hold a better and bigger exhibition
next year from Saturday 21st May
to Sunday 5th June 2011 The
artists look forward to welcoming
many more visitors to this annual
feature of the Stoke Ferry
calendar Please come along to
enjoy a delightful event in a lovely
venue and to support local Norfolk
artists
Loch Neaton Management Committee 2010 Annual General Meeting The Annual General Meeting of
the Loch Neaton Management
Committee will take place at
1900 on Monday 12th August
2010 at Watton Sports Centre
Dereham Road Watton
All persons are invited from the
area of benefit to which the
Charity refers which is Watton
plus a four mile radius
Should anyone from the area of
benefit wish to be considered for
one of the elected posts then
application forms can be obtained
from Watton Sports Centre and
Adcock‟s High Street Watton
The forms must be returned by
1200 Saturday 7th August 2010
to Paul Cooper 21 Nelson Court
Watton IP25 6EL
Picture Supplied
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A Professional Machine Quilting Service
You do the patchwork I do the quilting
For Quilting Wadding amp Backing Prices
wwwharmonyquiltingcouk
Tel 01953 882484
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 9
Our annual School Fete and Family
Fun Evening in July was an immense
success our most profitable to date
Massive thanks go to the PTA
committee for organising this and
spending many weeks labouring over
the details Also a big thank you to all
members of staff parents pupils and
public who turned up to support the
event and to the many governors who
appeared in force to help set up and
man stalls It is a perennial problem of
ours being such a little school that we
have many wonderful ideas and too
few parents to enact them Finally
thanks are due to all the local
businesses which supported this event
with their generous donations of money
and prizes
The BBQ and noodle stand were
hugely popular as of course was the
bar Children enjoyed the inflatable
slide and bouncy castle bowling for the
pig duck fishing lucky dip and
everyone enjoyed the dancing karate
and guitar demonstrations Of course
there were heaps of other smaller stands
all providing much fun and succour It
was one of the hottest days of the
summer so far and this brought many
folk out to promenade around our local
village hall and a great evening
finished with live music from a local
group
Sports Day the following Wednesday
did not have quite such good weather
but that was a relief to all those
participating in the races as well as the
onlookers All pupils worked very hard
for their team and had great fun The
parents were particularly competitive in
the bdquotossing the pancake‟ race It was
very close between the teams this year
but congratulations are due to the Blue
team The entire school had a grand day
out at the Norfolk Show Staff and
helpers did an amazing job keeping
track of the children amongst so many
people The pupils completed lots of
school trails - the dancing sheep were
particularly popular We also visited the
Ben Burgess stand where the school
students were very fortunate to see an
exhibition of their own agricultural
artwork
The whole school attended the
dress rehearsal of the English
Youth Ballets production of
Sleeping Beauty at the end of
June For almost all children
this was their introduction to
this art form It was a
spectacular production - made
all the more because apart
from the principal dancers the
caste was made up of young
dancers from local dance
schools - including two pupils
from Great Ellingham In an
unusual and ingenious twist to
the traditional tale the fairies
(good and bad) were Princess
Auroras aunts and instead of
the thick forest growing around
the castle the 100 years sleep
was conceived of in terms of
cryogenics the characters
being preserved by being deep-
frozen
Finally the end of the school
year was celebrated in true
Rocklands style with a year six
leavers assembly and an all-
singing all-acting production
of Treasure Island We also bid
a very sad farewell to our head
teacher (and that of our
partnership school -Great
Ellingham) Cath Mills is off to
a well-deserved retirement but
if her travel plans are anything
to go by she will not be idle
Many many thanks Mrs Mills
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Rockland School news
Mr Mark Alcock and Mr Chris
Edwards newsagents with more
than 70 years‟ trading experience
between them are pleased to
announce the reopening of the
convenience store previously
known as Candy Cave under the
new name of Shipdham Stores
(trading as Ideal part of the Ideal
Group) Ideal are a cooperative
buying group for the independent
Newsagent and Convenience store
operator throughout the eastern
counties and ensure Ideal businesses
can compete with the supermarkets
by combining their buying power
The store will carry a wide range of
convenience food and groceries
together with newspapers
magazines and an off licence (from
late August) and will reopen
properly in early August They will
also be offering a full delivery
service for newspapers and
magazines to the Shipdham and
Bradenham area
Presently planned to be open from
6am to 8pm it will be run under the
management of Joss Gage whose
previous experience includes his
appointment as Waitrose‟s youngest
department manager in the UK and
also a year with Chris Edwards
Mr Edwards said ldquoMark and I are
delighted to have Joss managing
Shipdham Stores for us he really
understands what customer service
means and we pride ourselves
delivering the very highest
standardsrdquo
Mr Alcock said ldquoWe plan to put
Shipdham Stores at the very centre
of village life delivering quality
products with a quality service
Every single customer is the focus
of all that we dordquo
Mr Edwards added ldquoWe have long
experience of serving Norfolk
people with good value products
and regard every customer as a
friendrdquo
From Candy Cave to Shipdham Stores
It was some 40 years ago when Paul
purchased his first fish and chip shop
in deepest Suffolk 5 years later Steve
joined forces as a business partner and
together they have had fish and chip
shops in Norfolk (a few shops)
London Middlesex Surrey
Hertfordshire Essex and Suffolk
Finally they came back to Norfolk 22
years ago and spent 12 happy years at
Mattishall Fish Bar then they went to
Loddon and following a 2 year break
from the fat and fish due to health
reasons they then had a 2 year run
with a chippie in Norwich before they
had the opportunity to purchase a fish
and chip shop in Watton and the rest is
history
Paul said ldquoWhen we came to Watton
some 6 years ago we were made very
welcome and we would like to thank
each and every one of our customers
who has sampled our fish and chips
and who have become our friendsrdquo
ldquoWe built up such a busy fish and chip
shop serving what we believed was
the very best in good fish and chipsrdquo
As many readers now know Paul and
Steve have sold the bdquoWatton Plaice‟
because of the on-going cancer
treatment Steve is receiving
ldquoChemotherapy is not a very pleasant
treatment and to continue working a 12
hour day was becoming more and
more difficultrdquo
Paul continued ldquoIt was a very very
difficult decision for us to make to
leave a wonderful business with such
loyal customers but health has to come
before wealth and we know that this
chemo treatment Steve is having will
give him a welcome ray of sunshine
for the futurerdquo
ldquoUnfortunately until the exchange of
contracts and completion of the sale of
The Watton Plaice at the same time on
Monday 28th June we had no idea if it
would happen and could not let you
know because we didnt know
ourselves and we are sorry we couldn‟t
say goodbye to more of our friends
personallyrdquo
ldquoAs far as we are aware the new
owners are not changing our operation
and the fish and chips will be the same
so please give them your wonderful
support as you gave usrdquo
ldquoBoth Steve and I wish a heartfelt
thank you to each and every one of you
who were so very happy with our fish
and chips and became our friendsrdquo
There is one rather sad piece of news to
add Sophie Paul and Steve‟s cocker
spaniel sadly passed away with heart
failure on Tuesday 29th June
Farewell to the ldquoPlaicerdquo
We began our June meeting with a
minute‟s silence in memory of Jackie
Swain whose funeral had been in the
morning The main business
commenced amp
arrangements
were made for
the Safari Supper
on July 3rd
The speaker for
the evening was
Gerry Baxter on
ldquoThe Origins amp
Traditions of the
Pearly Kings amp
Queensrdquo The
first Pearly King
was Henry Croft
who left the
workhouse aged
13 to become a
road sweeper amp
rat catcher amp was
involved in the
Working Class
Movement He
decided to raise
money for the
poor when he
befriended a
group of
costermongers
who helped each
other in times of
trouble Henry
decided to dress
up so that when
he was raising money he would attract
the attention of the crowd The first
garment was a flat cap which he
decorated with pearl buttons which
were the cheapest they could buy Then
jackets trousers amp skirts were made
with special patterns of buttons on
them Soon hospitals churches amp
charities asked him to raise funds for
the needy so Henry asked the
costermongers to help Eventually all
the London Boroughs had a Pearly
King amp Queen To this day the title is
passed down through the family Henry
Croft‟s great ndash granddaughter is the
Pearly Queen of Somer‟s Town
Mr Baxter brought along several
garments including his daughter‟s
christening
gown All the
patterns had a
personal
meaning amp he
sews on
several
thousands of
buttons onto
each item We
were surprised
by the weight
of one of his
jackets
Because pearl
buttons are so
expensive amp
difficult to
find they are
re-cycled from
old outfits We
are hoping to
collect real
pearl buttons
amp send them
to him Mr
Baxter also
brought many
photos of past
amp present
Pearly
Families He
now lives in
Suffolk but still holds the title of
Pearly King of Streatham amp
continues to raise money for charity
Betty Campbell gave the vote of thanks
for a most interesting amp fascinating
evening which was appreciated by the
members
The result of the competition for a pair
of pearl earrings was -
1) Judith Adam 2) Brenda Spencer
Next month it will be an Open
Evening when the speaker is Peter
Cook on ldquoMedieval Norwichrdquo The
competition is the oldest newspaper
Attleborough WI
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 10 Gardening
Gardening in Navasota Texas with Helen Quinn Pictured this month is one of the
loveliest flowering trees in this area is
the Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia
indica) It is now available in a
variety of pinks lavenders and reds
and sizes range from miniature to
compact mid-size to large Some of
them have a wonderfully interesting
bark with hues of cinnamon silvery-
grey or light brown some patterned
and some with a peeling
characteristic The Crape Myrtle
Aphid loves this tree and people often
wonder what the sticky substance is
that sometimes drips from the leaves
ndash simply put it is honeydew that
passes through the aphid‟s body after
it feeds Crape Myrtles are often
planted around car parks in the
dividing beds posing a very sticky
problem to anyone who parks under
one They grow so well here that the
ldquobig townrdquo up the road College
Station has designated itself as the
Crape Myrtle Capital of Texas
Sometimes it grows too well and
becomes a pest with far-reaching
underground suckers producing
unwanted trees
The figs are in This year I have the
best crop in quite some time and I‟m
managing to keep up with the birds
and squirrels The variety I have is
ldquoTexas Everbearingrdquo
and true to its name it
will probably have a
couple more fruit
crops before the
weather starts to get
cold The fruit is small but oh-so-
sweet My Farmers Market customers
are very happy to see Fig Jam at last
Figs are thirsty trees so all the rain
we have had with various tropical
storms and distant hurricanes has
been very much to their liking
Another bonus is that in several
places where the branches have
touched the ground there are quite a
few well rooted self-layered young
fig trees People often ask where they
can buy this variety of fig tree and I
have just the place to find them new
homes in the autumn
Speaking of hurricanes it always
amazes me how a storm making
landfall 400 ndash 500 miles to the west
can produce so much rain here The
Gulf Coast from Galveston down to
the Mexican border has been
inundated several times already this
year and many streets in Houston
have been under water on a regular
basis We are inland here (about 70
miles northwest of Houston) so are
usually spared much of the worst of
these storms The grass needs to be
cut twice a week now thanks to the
unusual amount of rain for the time
of year There is definitely a case to
be made for exploring turf grass
alternatives because by the time the
heavy night dew has dried off it is
too hot to push a lawnmower This is
a good time to stay inside and make
dream changes to the landscape ndash in
my case to find a way to eliminate a
lot of the foliage plants in the shade
to help cut down on the mosquito
population Not only do they make
life unpleasant with their voracious
feeding frenzies but some of them
transmit an often fatal disease called
West Nile Virus
Tomatoes are shutting down They just
don‟t set fruit once the night time
temperatures exceed 70F (21C) The
experts advise against trying to carry
the large fruited varieties through to
autumn but with a little pruning they
will produce again once the
temperatures drop Some years we are
still picking tomatoes at Christmas
Small fruited varieties usually do much
better except they grow so large that it
is not unusual to have 10ft vines
climbing all over everything else I like
the Italian ldquopasterdquo type tomatoes such
as Roma or Viva Italia Aubergines
and Peppers especially the hot
Jalapentildeos and even hotter Habaneros
thrive in the hottest weather as long as
they are watered The strawberries are
about done too but they have produced
dozens of runners with happy little
baby plants rooting all over the place
(even in the lawn) Most of the herbs
are thriving except for a few
Mediterranean types which are
protesting against the high humidity
The countdown to cooler weather
begins ndash only two more months to go
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August - holidays dog days of
summer silly season in the press I‟m
writing this on St Swithin‟s Day and
right now it‟s a monsoon Wellies out
for August if you believe the legend
Nothing much happens in the average
garden in August so they say Many
experts will tell that this is the month
for sitting back and enjoying the
fruits of your spring and early
summer labours and if you grow veg
it‟s harvest time They also bemoan
the fact that most of the flowers are
over Since I am no expert I agree
with most of what they say except
that sitting back never seems to be an
option in my garden They never told
the weeds for a start These tough
plants big and small thrived in the
July heat wave when all else fried
drooped or just plain gave up They
went from seedlings to seeding in two
weeks flat so now their descendants
will be there for years One year‟s
seed is seven years‟ weed according
to legend Probably true
As far as a barren month for flowers
goes this is simply not as true as it
may have been some years ago I
have done a very small trawl as to
what‟s available to flower from now
until at least autumn and the choice is
staggering All it needs is a bit of
forward planning with succession in
mind Failing that look at garden
centres nurseries market stalls and
car boot sales for what‟s in flower
Annuals like calendula nigella and
cornflowers will keep going until
frosted but will have set seed and will
return next year I am told that self-
sown sweet peas are earlier and
stronger than those sown either in
October or spring and carefully
nurtured Back to August One of the
best and showiest plants is the
Agapanthus family Some are fully
hardy and some not so it‟s a good
idea with anything that flowers at this
time of year to check labels Fully
hardy usually means down to -15c
frost hardy down to -5c and half-
hardy down to 0c Alchemilla mollis
(lady‟s mantle) is not supposed to be
hardy but mine reappeared after the
hard winter this year It also seeds
about and the seedlings will appear
next year It‟s either a generous plant
or a nuisance The Japanese
Anemone is supposed to be fully
hardy liking full sun or semi-shade
The heat saw mine off Next time
they‟re going in the shade Ceanothus
is an interesting family of plants The
usual ones flower in spring and are
hardy Most people I know lost the lot
in the winter as well as the hebes
However I have come across a
variety of Ceanothus called
bdquoAutumnal Blue‟ that flowers August
to October There‟s also good old-
fashioned Buddleja that seems to be
bomb-proof and I was surprised to
see a listing of 16 different varieties
There are lots of clematis even the
large-flowered ones in bloom from
August onward It is possible to have
clematis in flower every day of the
year admittedly some of them need
either protection or a mild climate
Another old favourite is Astrantia
Originally the Major only was
available in greenish white They
have become so popular in the last 20
years or so that they are now
available in shades of white through
to deepest red and all are good bdquodoers‟
as far as hardiness and ability to stand
up to most of the weather thrown at
them Then we get to crocosmia
(montbretia when I was a kid) - all
shades of red orange and yellow
dahlias (need a separate article) and
some roses will keep going till
November or even Christmas if the
weather is mild and they have shelter
Apart from shopping there‟s still
work to be done Lawns still need
cutting not too short if it‟s dry but
even then if they go brown grass will
recover nine times out of 10 Feed
containers and even tired border
perennials with a liquid tomato food
each week to encourage them to
bloom into the early autumn Keep
picking flowers to encourage more
Alpines that have developed bare
patches of die-back or have become
weedy can be tidied up by in-filling
the patches with gritty compost This
will encourage new growth as well as
improving their appearance
Collect and store seed of hardy
annuals and perennials for sowing
later in the autumn Good plants to try
include Calendula Nigella Cerinthe
Poppies Aquilegia and hardy
Geranium Apart from the hardy
Geraniums all these will happily do
this for you all by themselves
Buy or order spring-flowering bulbs
Some bulbs can be planted now such
as Colchicum daffodils and Madonna
lilies Most of the spring catalogues
are out now making it feel like
autumn
It‟s necessary to keep a check on
pests - spray if you use chemicals but
do this only according to the
manufacturer‟s instructions but for
the organic pick off caterpillars go
on slug and snail hunts and net
against butterflies I know they‟re
pretty but to see cabbages and
broccoli covered in caterpillars is a
nightmare They seem to hatch
overnight all at once even if you
thought you‟d wiped out the little
clusters of yellow eggs I know it
happened to my purple sprouting last
year Net time
It‟s a good time to make a plan for
next year and start thinking about any
seeds you may want Those
catalogues will be on the mat very
soon along with all those Christmas
ones you don‟t want
In your garden with Lotta Potts
Tomato - Tomayto
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Gardening Mid-Norfolk Times Page 11
A meeting was held at the Old
Buckenham Church Rooms on
Saturday 26 June to set up the Old
Buckenham Allotment Society
Eighteen people attended and it was
agreed that Tim Bornett would chair
this inaugural meeting
It was formally agreed to establish an
Old Buckenham Allotment Society
and discussion took place on its
function and its purpose
The Society is to be open to all
individuals who live in the
parish or immediate
neighbourhood and who
have an interest in
allotments or wish to
obtain a plot in the future
Some basic rules were
adopted after further
discussion and debate As
the proposed constitution
would allow the rules to be
amended if at least half of
all members agreed it was
decided to adopt a bdquowait
and see‟ approach to any
rule changes
The following were
elected as officers Tim
Bornett would be
chairman Keith Hodgson
secretary and Tom North
treasurer
The meeting agreed to
seek affiliation to the
National Allotment and
Leisure Society and the
secretary would write to
the Parish Council
informing them of the
formation of the society
There was general debate
on the provision of
allotments in the Parish
and it was agreed to write
to the Parish Council
asking for their working
party on allotments to
meet more often and
provide feedback
Decisions on who would
run the allotments would
await model rules from the
National Allotment and
Leisure Society and an
agreement with the Parish
Council A person wanting
an allotment does not
necessarily have to belong
to Old Buckenham
Allotment Society Some two acres
of land would be needed to provide
up to 18 plots and there was
discussion on the suitability of
possible sites including the provision
of water and access to the plots
It was agreed that members would
pay pound5 as a joining fee and that the
treasurer would collect this at the
next meeting which would be held
on Monday 12 July Courtesy
httpoldbuckenhamblogspotcom
Flowers gardens good company and
a tasty lunch were enjoyed in
glorious weather by members and
friends at the July meeting held in
Joy Tunmores garden Wearing
buttonholes everyone strolled round
the garden for a plant identification
quiz sweet peas were judged and
plants sold
Competitions - Best Corsage was
worn by Sue Blackett Jane Cannells
sweet peas were placed first and
Shirley Betts had the most points in
the plant identification quiz
Next Meeting will be held on 12th
August 2010 at Old Buckenham
Village Hall 2 pm when The Girls
will be arranging from Whats in the
Box
The competition is for an
arrangement in a box and the table
show is for three stems of hot colour
from the border
Visitors are always very
welcome Further details
from Pat 01953 457305
or Sally 01953 788712
The Attleborough amp District
Horticultural Society annual Rose
amp Sweet Pea Show was held as
usual in the beautiful surroundings
of Peter Beales Rose Gardens and
the glorious summer evening
encouraged a good turnout of
members and guests
The award for the Best Rose
Exhibit and the Peter Beales
Trophy went to Ray Snow who
also won the award for the Best
Rose Bloom The Best Sweet Pea
Exhibit and the Len Revell Trophy
was won by Jan Delaney who also
took the prize for the Best Sweet
Pea Stem Sally Westrup took the
awards for the Best Flower
Arrangement and also Best
Photograph
Prior to the presentation of prizes
by the mayor of Attleborough there
was a tribute to Jackie Swain
whose sudden and untimely death
is a great loss not only to
the Society of which she
was vice-chairman but
also to many other
organisations in the local
area She worked
tirelessly behind the
scenes and was always
happy to help out in any
way she possibly could
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Sowing the seeds of an Allotment Society
Our June meeting was entertained by
Jim Paine our speaker for the
evening I met him as he brought in
the first of a number of crates
containing a variety of plants to
illustrate his talk entitled bdquoRight
Plant Right Placebdquo We had to find a
second large table to accommodate
all the bdquoprops‟ for his talk and these
were so large he almost disappeared
behind them Jim started with a brief
resume of what he and his Rocklands
Walnut Tree Nursery do and the
ideas behind their aims Established
in 1998 with partner Clare Billington
Walnut Tree is a traditional nursery
not a garden centre and they raise all
their own plants including trees from
seed with 1000-1250 different
species available through the year
This perfectly describes his principle
that plants should be centre stage in a
garden not the hard landscaping and
decking that can look so tired after a
relatively short while I don‟t think he
cares much for decking They also
use their own garden to demonstrate
the development of plants over a
period of years and have joined with
other nurseries in a marketing co-
operative which operates throughout
Norfolk and we collected some of
their leaflets As they are not in
competition customers get a well-
organised service to set up their
gardens either from scratch or just to
find a plant to solve a particular
problem We were advised to visit
gardens as well as taking information
from books and the media Take a
notebook and camera as well to see
what works and why and then add
lists to your garden plans
Herbaceous borders are labour-
intensive but there again so is grass
if grown properly and far more
satisfaction can be gained from as
wide a border as possible I don‟t
think he cares much for grass either
A good tip also is to try and avoid
using one plant - this can give a
bdquodotty‟ impression so restricting the
palette and using blocks of plants
repeatedly gives more rhythm
So we get from the set up to the aim
of making each garden work for its
owner in terms of understanding
plant ecology and the micro-climate
involved Each garden may well have
some parts in full sun some in part
shade and some in full shade such as
under trees or shrubs There may also
be different moisture levels and
acidityalkalinity levels Equally an
open windy site can be transformed
over the years into a sheltered one as
plants grow so a garden is constantly
evolving So much for the science
Jim then showed us the selection of
plants he had brought Each of them
demonstrated the principles of how to
get the right one in its preferred
setting to do well He really got the
bit between his teeth on this as it is so
important for the customer to achieve
the desired effect He showed us that
hostas and similar broad leafed plants
need some shade as they lose so
much water through their leaves in
transpiration However modern
varieties have been bred to tolerate
sun provided their roots are in moist
soil At the opposite end of the scale
he showed us that pinks have narrow
grey leaves that are covered in tiny
hairs to trap any moisture going and
these and similar upright plants will
be best suited to dry sunny
conditions Another example of this
is the lychnis (woolly lambs‟ ears)
which also has silvery-grey leaves
that feel as though they are made of
felt These self-seed freely and are
well suited to gravel gardens as well
as herbaceous borders If self-seeders
work for you they‟ll help with the
rhythm effect of creating blocks
down the borders all by themselves
Some plants are more robust than
others Astrantia for instance prefers
some shade but will tolerate full sun
as will hardy geraniums
Many of the spring flowering shrubs
and bulbs tend to be happiest in a
woodland area so they can flower and
set seed before the canopy closes
over Think rhododendrons and
bluebells They then have time to
bulk up ready for next year‟s display
Later flowering plants for shade can
have architectural leaves such as
heucherella epimedium brunnera
These all have beautiful leaves
followed by tall stems with dainty
flowers The saxifrage and dicentra
families prefer moist conditions but
will tolerate dry and hate water
logging in winter
After a question and answer session
we were allowed to buy the plants
Jim had brought and the design
element of avoiding impulse buying
went straight out of the window I
don‟t know how Jim packs so much
information into an hour I am sure
he will be receiving more visitors
as a result One other thing to bear
in mind Walnut Tree is local so
from an environmental point of
view the furthest the plants will
travel is from the nursery to your
garden with advice thrown in Beats
the ones that arrive from the
continent in large lorries to sheds
doesn‟t it
The mini-show was bdquoA Floral
Arrangement in an Unusual
Container‟ and was won by Ralph
Kinsley with three cream
Zantedeschias (calla lilies) in a
banana That‟s sure unusual Ralph
Second was Violet Simmons with a
display of dainty spring flowers
contrasting nicely with a walking
boot
Third went to Geoff Twelftree with a
teapot
There was nothing to choose between
the last two entries so HC went
jointly to Mary Marriott with a giant
teacup and saucer and Jackie
Priestley with a decorative mini
watering can
It was nice to see all the entries
colour-coded with the containers
We finished as usual with Geoff‟s
Tips for July including feed and
spray roses tie in wandering stems of
climbers plant hardy cyclamen and
summer prune wisteria
Bradenham amp District Horticultural Society
Breckland Flower and Garden Club
Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 12 News
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On Thursday 15th July the
whole of Watton Westfield
Infant amp Nursery School
followed a carousel of activities
for a very healthy day
Norwich City Football Club sent
along some trainers from
bdquoFootball in the Community‟
and the children took part in a
penalty shootout competition
The winning children will
receive trophies footballs kit
and everyone will receive a
certificate for participating
The dental nurses brought their
special crocodile puppets so the
children could see how to care
for their teeth They provided lot
of fun
Later everyone had to solve
riddles and follow on exercise
trail around the lovely school
grounds to collect treasures
(pictured below)
In the hall the pupils did jump
rope aerobic activities to keep
their hearts healthy
Also Mr George a well-known
local chef and parent governor
taught the children how to make
fruit kebabs The children tasted
fruit they had never tried before
The whole day culminated with
bdquoA Big Thank you Assembly‟
when everyone sang a rousing
version of the Westfield Healthy
Song
It was an exhausting but
thoroughly enjoyable day The
school would like to thank
everyone who helped to make
the day a great success
Healthy School Day at Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School
Key to Pictures
Top left Kieron Phoenix
reaching new heights in
the skipping exercise
Top right Lewis Pinkney
scoring a terrific penalty _
a future England Player
perhaps
Mid Left Ibbi Ivory
showing how the girls are
just as good as the boys at
penalties
Mid Right Josh Stadius-
Horn cornering like Lewis
Hamilton in the
playground
Left Left - Beau-Kerry
Bonner (touching yellow
bowl) Right - Abbie
Dennis (fruit on stick)
enjoying the fruits of the
labours of local chef Mr
George
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 13
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Children Always Welcome
By Edith Pleasance
The spell of lovely weather we are
enjoying as I write this takes me back
to the hot Summer days of my
childhood One incident I shall never
forget was the time our mother took us
three children for a rare day at the
seaside
We were up and about early to pack
our swimsuits and cheese sandwiches
together with a slice each of Mum‟s
fruit cake to sustain us A bottle of
lemonade with a couple of chipped
cups all packed into a straw bag and
we were ready to go
Our walk to the nearest beach took
around forty minutes then came the
usual argument about which square
yard of the front we would occupy Ma
preferred the top end near the wall
while we kids wanted to be as near the
water‟s edge as possible As usual we
split the difference and settled
somewhere in the centre An old piece
of blanket was spread on the sand
while Tom our eldest fetched a deck
chair for our mum to sit in which
would cost her threepence for the full
day when the deckchair collector came
around Then we children were ready
to enjoy our outing
As the eldest girl I was given the task
of looking after two-year-old Joey (a
right little handful Ma called him) We
had our jamjar with string around the
neck to form a handle and headed for
the rocks which though slippery were
fairly shallow and had many crystal-
clear pools where we gathered to stir
the pebbles and seaweed with many
squeals of delight to reveal the
treasures that the tide had left To the
opposite side of the beach the cliffs
rose high above and sometimes we
would see the older children attempting
to scale them However we were given
strict instructions to keep well away
and stay on the left
After some time our mum beckoned us
in to eat and drink our picnic We were
proudly showing her our bdquocatch‟ of a
couple of minute crabs and an
assortment of tiny anemones we also
had a length of bladderwrack that we
loved to press to make it crack We
suddenly became aware of people
shouting and running towards the
cliffs bdquoSome fool has got himself stuck
halfway up‟ said Ma bdquonot the first and
won‟t be the last I‟ll wager‟
The rest of that day was enjoyed with
us kids running in and out of the rising
tide and practising our doggy paddle
until at around four o‟clock we were
rounded up dried off and ready for the
walk home which somehow always
seemed longer and more tiring than the
outward journey
News of any sort quickly buzzed
around our village by word of mouth
but it wasn‟t until the following
morning that Ma Taylor from next
door brought the local daily
newspaper to show the headline
reading ldquoTwo children drowned after
falling from the cliffs at Petitorrdquo They
were brother and sister to a large
family living on our estate where
everybody knew everyone else
Apparently a toddler had run away
from his older sister when in trying to
catch and hold on to him both
stumbled and fell down the cliff face to
plunge into deep water and drowned
The thought that we were enjoying
ourselves on the beach just yards from
where those two kiddies died clawing
at the rocks fighting for their lives will
stay in my memory for ever
---o0o--- Edith Pleasance copy 030710
A Seaside Memory Customer Services on the road Not a bdquoone stop shop‟ but a bdquoone
stop bus‟ will be pulling into
Breckland villages in the next few
weeks
Breckland Council in partnership
with Poultec training has launched
a new mobile service to bring
access to services out into local
communities The eye-catching bus
is equipped with the very latest
satellite technology so residents
who use it will experience exactly
the same speedy access to services
as callers to the main Council
customer service centres
At the One Stop Bus you can get
advice support and information
about Council services This may
be about Council Tax or Benefits -
or you may want to book a bulk
collection or report a missed refuse
collection Service Connectors will
be available on Thursdays and
Fridays and the last Wednesday of
every month and are committed to
helping the all customers The bus
will be making a number of regular
stops around the district and details
of the times and locations will be
available on the Breckland Council
website
Councillor Adrian Stasiak said
ldquoWe really want to put customer
service in the spotlight and
encourage people to access council
services The bus and the one stop
shops are just some of the ways in
which we are taking our services to
people around the districtrdquo
Services delivered in complete
privacy include
Applications for and enquiries
about Housing and Council Tax
Benefits
Payments for Council services
(including Council Tax) using
debit
Requesting a bulky waste
collection or
Reporting an abandoned vehicle
Telephone and website access will
also be available to specialist
advisers in
The Citizens Advice Bureau
Norfolk County Council
Plus many other partner agencies
Edward Bales Managing Director
of Poultec said ldquoWe are very
pleased to be working in
partnership with Breckland and this
supports the vocational skills work
we are already doing with schools
and in the wider community
ldquoVocational skills are all about
raising aspirations and this will
enable us to help more people
further their skills and give
themselves a brighter futurerdquo
Visit our website for further details
of the one stop bus and details of
locations and times of when and
where you can visit the bus ndash
wwwbrecklandgovuk
one_stop_bus
Friday 6 August 10 - 12Noon
Saham Toney (Community Centre)
2pm ndash 4pm Great Ellingham
(Outside shop and Post Office)
Friday 13 August 10 - 12Noon Old
Buckenham Village Hall 2pm ndash
4pm New Buckenham The George
Pub
Thursday 19 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Swanton Morley Village Hall 2pm
ndash 4pm Bawdeswell Village Hall
Friday 20 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Weeting Village Hall 2pm ndash 4pm
Mundford Village Hall
Wednesday 25 August 10 ndash
12Noon Thetford Abbey Car park
2pm ndash 4pm Hockham Village Hall
Thursday 26 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Shipdham Village Green 2pm ndash
4pm Mattishall Village Hall
Friday 27 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Banham Community Centre 2pm
ndash 4pm East Harling Market
Square
Adrian Stasiak Executive Member
for Communicates and Benefits at
Breckland Council with Edward
Bayles Managing Director of
Poultec and members of the One
Stop Bus team
Mornin ter orl onya or iffen yewre
hed yer dinna thas artanoon ter orl
onya
Spect yor well inta yer nu teartas by
now thar cummin up orlrite spite not
hevin a lot o rearn
Cos Horry he say his bin diggin
hissun fer wicks we dornt set a lotta
stor by his tearls tho
Tha ole Willuj Horl hed a meetin
larst wik n Horry n me thort we‟d
jine in
Blarst tha ole mawtha inna tha chare
gissus a rare ole luk n she say ldquoWot
yew tew duin in hare tha meetin is
privaterdquo ldquoThas orl riterdquo say Horry
ldquoWe sharnt lissen ter wot yewre a
sayinrdquo I rekoned we orta sit tite cos
ware bin hare a lotlonga than har n
tha ole football warnt wuth wotchin
nither
Tha ole kermitee ware a clakin on fer
a fare wile an Horry sorta gin ter
snor but as sune as thar torked about
anutha o tha gret ole grub nites He
wos up onna his feet wolunteerin ter
tearst orl tha offrins jist in cearse tha
doont mit tha rite standuds
Tha ole Chearwumon she giv Horry
wun o tha luks wott‟l bun worta she
say ldquoYew et moost of ennyonus larst
time yew grate ole pig yew rekkun
yew shud be barred fra orl ower
doo‟s yew allus cors a hellup dew
yew siddown a kipya clacka shutrdquo
Well tha sorta put Horry in his
plearce fer a while
Summonem rekkun‟d we orta hev
one o tha bottle banks meark a bit a
munny for tha horl
Cos thet gotta tha ole chearwumon a
garpin at us tew she sed atween us
we cud fill tha thing up inna coupla
daze I dint no wot she ware a gittin
at cos I allus teark my ole bottles
back to tha pub tha lanlord gissus
tuppence fer evra bottle mindyew I
git tha feelin thet he shuv tuppence
onna a pint o mild ony I doont offen
git a rownd in since tha furrinas
mooved inta tha Big Horl up tha
rood yew ony hev to ware a dutty
ole cap n stic a bitta straw in ya gob
n luk sorta dwany n thars a baer onna
tha tearble
Anyways the Horl Kermitee hev
agreed to hev a gret ole grub nite
sune Horry sekunded thet mowshun
n I thurded it but we wus towd to
keep ower nooses owt tha horls
bisness Tha kermitee‟ll hefta arsk
tha cowncil abowt gittin wun o tha
bottle banks cos thet mite wont
plannin permishun
I shull tell yew orl abowt ower posh
grub nite anutha time thas time for
my fourses
Dew yew keep a troshin Sid
The Ovington Crower
Watton Town Council owns and
runs a community bus which is
used by the elderly and disabled at
the discretion of the council
The bus is used on a weekly basis
Monday to Friday to transport
elderly residents from their homes
to the Wayland Luncheon Club
This service is a vital part of some
resident‟s lives enabling them to
enjoy a meal and socialise It is
primarily for those who may have
become isolated for a variety of
reasons
The Council relies on volunteers to
drive the bus and although we now
have regular drivers to cover the
five days we are looking for
volunteers who would be prepared
to cover for holidays and sickness
so you if you can spare a few hours
per week on an occasional basis at
short notice we would be pleased to
hear from you
Contact the Town Clerk ndash Jacqui
Seal on 01953 881007
WANTED Community Bus Drivers
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 14 News
Two bumper cheques for Chairman Charity
Two bumper cheques for pound1136 have
been presented to Diabetes UK and
Cancer Research UK by Cllr John
Rogers previous Chairman of
Breckland Council
The money was raised through a
variety of fundraising events which
Cllr Rogers has held this year
including an auction and raffle held at
the Chairman‟s reception and Clerk to
Watton Town Council Jacqui Seal
held a garden party and raised pound22000
which she kindly donated to the
Chairman‟s charity
The presentation took place at the
Watton Pentecostal Church on Harvey
Street in Watton during the regular
monthly meeting of the Watton and
District Support Group for Diabetes
The group meet once a month on the
second Monday of very month and
have been meeting for four years
Receiving the cheques were Paul Fleet
area volunteer manager who accepted
on behalf of Cancer Research UK Paul
said ldquoCancer Research UK is the
leading independent funder of cancer
research in Europe We are almost
entirely funded by the public with very
little government funding Without the
generosity and dedication of our
supporters we would not be able to
continue to make progress against
cancer The donation from Cllr Rogers
and Breckland Council is very much
appreciated and will go a long way in
funding our continued work in the fight
against cancer
Ron Thompson accepted the cheque on
behalf of Diabetes UK and said the
funds would be used to fund holidays
for children with diabetes
Ron commented ldquoDiabetes UK has
been organising family weekends and
children‟s holidays for many years We
are very pleased to accept the cheque
on behalf of the Eastern Region for
Diabetes UKrdquo
Cllr Rogers said ldquoI am so pleased to be
able to present these cheques to two
hardworking and worthwhile charities
that I have supported over the past year
ldquoCancer Research‟s groundbreaking
work into the prevention diagnosis and
treatment of cancer has helped save
millions of lives This work is funded
entirely by the public which is why
fundraising events are so important
ldquoThere are three million people in
the UK living with diabetes and
20000 children in the UK have
diabetes We have had many
fundraising events this year to help
Diabetes UK continue our work to
improve the lives of people with
diabetes
Cllr Rogers Ron Thompson and members of the Watton and District support group for Diabetes UK
Attleborough High School and Sixth
Form Centre Geography teacher Joel
Rodker has earned the exciting
opportunity to experience cutting-edge
environmental research work on an
expedition to Belarus this summer
Earlier this year Earthwatch the
international environmental charity
invited UK-based secondary level
teachers of geography science and
citizenship to apply to join its
expedition Belarus Wetlands from 2-
11 August 2010
Joel who is also the school‟s Lead
Teacher for the Environment is one of
eight successful applicants who will be
helping Earthwatch scientists to find
effective ways of conserving the
unique wetlands of Belarus hiking to
sampling sites to collect data which
will help the scientists to select
wetlands which are in need of
protection
Wetlands in Belarus make up 14 per
cent of the country Particularly
threatened and little-studied are the
oligotrophic (low nutrient) or bdquoraised‟
bogs which are the focus of the Belarus
Wetlands research project Bogs are
extremely important as they improve
the gas composition of the atmosphere
carry out climate regulation and
regulate water flows on the surface and
within the soil
Experienced facilitators will help Joel
and the other teachers to link the
research and their experiences on the
project to the curriculum On his return
to Attleborough High Joel will use his
new knowledge to inform the learning
of the students at the school The
teachers on the project will work
together to devise educational
resources for use in the classroom and
these resources will be made available
for others to use
Speaking about the trip Joel Rodker
said ldquoThis is a very special opportunity
to visit a fascinating environment meet
like-minded people and learn a huge
amount in a short space of time I want
to inspire our students to do similar
things I intend to share my
experiences with the staff and students
at Attleborough High and also to
demonstrate links between the
protection of important ecosystems in
Belarus and looking after the
environment in our own community
for example the impact on the
environment of the school wildlife
pond we are in the process of creatingrdquo
The 2010 Earthwatch educator
expedition to Belarus is kindly
supported by ICAP and the Garfield
Western Foundation To find out
how you can join an Earthwatch
expedition in 2010 call +44 (0)1865
318831 or visit
wwwearthwatchorgeurope
Local teacher to become a hero for the planet on an Earthwatch expedition
President beryl Brannan presided
over the first meeting of the new
Inner Wheel year She welcomed
Ann Akister‟s visitor Jenny
Bickerton from Canterbury and
everybody else Special mention for
Angela Rowlings our newest
member whom Beryl inducted to our
group Angela is a Honorary
Member
Our meeting held at the home of
Karen Barwood was an exotic
demonstration of Belly Dancing
Allison Dickson Sheila Harwood
and Karen Barwood all performed for
us in full flowing costume The
movements to music were elegant
and peaceful and full of emotion
which is more than can be said when
we were asked to join in General
wobbling of body parts was about all
we could muster but it entertained
those who elected to watch Karen
Sheila and Allison were thanked by
Beryl for an unusual but appreciated
evening
The Strawberry Tea raised pound64460
and 88 people attended the money
will go to UNICEF
The visit to Kew Gardens was very
enjoyable and the boat trip was
blessed with a wonderful breeze
giving a good finish to the day many
thanks to Brenda Davis for
organising everything in her usual
efficient manner
We are having a stall at the Wayland
Show and will be pleased to see you
all there
Future events include a lunchtime
concert with the Breckland Breeze
Wind Quartet on Septmber 15th and
on the 1st October a Barn Dance at
the Queens Hall
The Raffle with three prizes was won
by Ann Akister Peggy Barley and
Beryl Brannan We had a very
enjoyable evening amidst friends
The Inner Wheel Club of Watton
Letter to the Editor Thank you for printing an article in
your June issue on St Marys Church
Houghton on the Hill I am writing
to ask if any of your readers would
enjoy helping in the garden or
welcoming visitors to the church I
love this church and the peace that
surrounds it when I lived in
Swaffham I used to go regularly and
help in the garden that surrounds the
church unfortunately I now live in
Cromer so I can only go once a
month or so Last week when I
visited I was told that they were short
of volunteers so if you can spare and
hour or two a weekmonthevery now
and then please phone Bob Davey on
01760 440470 Dee Roye
This is the first in a series of little
anecdotes written by a good old
Norfolk boy (but not written in
Norfolk for the sake of all them old
infiltrators)
Do you remember the vets off
Watton High Street - up Worms
Yard I used to own a big old dog -
I was often seen walking him
around Watton That was before the
days of poo bags and red litter
bins Anyway I woke up one
morning and read the obituaries in
the EDP to make sure it was OK to
get out of bed and went down to
take the dog for an early morning
walk He gave me a bit of a shock
because he had gone all cross eyed
I thought I had better take him to
the vets and walked him down to
the surgery Fortunately the vet
could see him right away so I took
him in and the vet picked him up
looked into his eyes and had a good
look round him
Im going to have to put him
down he said
Well I said tears welling up
Thats a bit of a shock I will be
very sorry to see him go especially
because hes only gone cross-eyed
No you daft br the vet said
Hes heavy
Wilfson remembers
Lee Higgs of Edwards
Newsagents Watton
ldquoYour Ideal Shoprdquo makes a
presentation to Lucy
Vallerine who has recently
been judged to be the most
reliable and accurate News
Delivery person out of
more than sixty juvenile
staff employed by Edwards
Newsagents
Edwards presently deliver
newspapers and magazines
to over two thousand homes
across the Wayland area
and speaking of Lucy‟s
contribution to the excellent
service offered by Edwards
Lee Higgs said ldquoLucy has
been employed for 8
months and has never
missed a day or been late I
have great pleasure in
making this presentation
recognising her hard workrdquo
Well done Lucy
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 15
By David and Carolyn Jessup
It‟s always good to have a driving
licence as it gives the local people
an extra string to their bow when
seeking a job It seems like with
many things in South Africa that
there is a certain amount of
corruption involved with driving
tests Ivy decided that she wanted
to take a test and had already been
told by Cute the girlfriend of her
boss that the Examiners were open
to monetary persuasion She
decided that rather than chance
failing she would try this route -
failing would of course bring the
additional expense of at least one
further test
Ivy contacted the Examiner
who agreed that he would
accept R2000 to pass
already less than Cute had
paid So I took her to
Thulamarshe for her driving
test although she wanted an
extended lesson prior to the
test She had already had a
few lessons in what could
only be described as a
possibly unroadworthy
bakkie on some rough unsurfaced
land staked out with sticks to
reverse between The bakkie was
missing one wing mirror and had
no inside mirror so reversing was
a problem On the way to the test
centre I quickly showed her how to
do a three point turn and then we
went to find an Instructor
We followed a vehicle for about 2
km to another rough piece of land
where there were a number of
other people receiving tuition in
large trucks Apparently trucks are
easier to drive than cars Ivy had a
lengthy discussion with an
Instructor and came away saying
he was too expensive We went
back to the test centre and she had
a small lesson with another
Instructor went for her test and
ldquopassedrdquo after handing over the
bribe Since coming back home I
have learnt that this practise is also
rife in Eastern Europe so maybe
we are surrounded by drivers who
have never passed an official test
Before Cute took her test she was
driving around with a friend when
she was stopped by the Police
With no official licence at that
time she was concerned that she
may be asked to produce
documents Luckily they did not
ask for these items but merely
requested the mobile telephone
numbers of the two ladies
probably to call them for a date
Fortunately the ladies were both
alert and gave incorrect numbers
There are often breakdown
vehicles near the main traffic lights
(robots) in Hazyview and an
inquisitive Ivy asked them why
they were waiting there
Apparently they often put oil on
the road at night especially when
the roads are wet to try to cause
accidents They were not ashamed
or shy to admit this and were not at
all concerned if people are injured
or killed as long as they get
business from the accidents
I was stopped no less than 5 times
by the local Police Sometimes just
checking vehicles and the
registration and other times for
trivialities like not coming to a halt
at a 4-way stop sign Once I was
stopped for speeding 79 kph in a
60 limit that I hadn‟t noticed After
protracted discussion and a view of
the video I was informed the fine
would be R750 although they
would accept R300 If I wanted a
receipt this would mean going to a
distant Police Station with the
possibility of a long wait I decided
to hand over R300 and get on our
way This later caused me some
resentment as the money obviously
went into the pocket of the Officer
Unfortunately and stupidly I did
not take a name and although I
reported the matter I never heard
any more If there is a next time I
shall know exactly what to do
Ever since we have been going to
Africa I have always tried to avoid
running over and killing any live
creature Sometimes it cannot be
avoided and I had at least two
instances this time which I have
regretted ever since I was driving
quite fast along the main road
heading for our house when a
Vervet Monkey ran from the road
side and into the path of the car I
could not avoid hitting it and the
loud thud made me feel quite sick
Looking in my mirror I could see
the Monkey lying dead in the road
- 10 minutes later I drove back to
town and the body had
disappeared At first I thought it
may have been moved by its
grieving family but it was probably
picked up by one of the large
raptors which regularly hover
above the road
Even more sickening was the time
I was driving in the grounds of a
local Hotel and I saw from the
car what I thought were
thousands of large flies floating
just above the ground There
were literally millions and I
avoided opening the car door to
investigate in case they all came
in I drove for about 300 metres
on this track before I got out for
an appointment and to my
absolute horror I then realised
they were baby frogs There had
been heavy rain the previous night
and they had all come up from the
nearby river It was an awesome
sight to see so many frogs together
but I was so angry that I had not
identified what they were until it
was too late
Relationship difficulties Bereavement Stress
BullyingAbuse Addictions Depression
SANCTUARY COUNSELLING SERVICE WATTON
Itrsquos good to talk Counselling can help if yoursquore struggling to cope with
Sanctuary offers a confidential low-cost counselling service with professionally trained counsellors who work on a short-term or long-term basis Call us on 01953 880922 to arrange an appointment Appointments are available 6 ndash 9pm Tuesdays and 930am ndash 1pm Wednesdays Sanctuary Counselling Service is part of River Ministries (Norfolk) registered charity number 1054419
cv
James Ball SHOWROOM 49 High Street Watton
01953
883288
Very Competitive Prices Most Makes of carpets
amp Vinyl Supplied and Fitted
South Africa again with a Touch of Mozambique and Swaziland
Watton in Bloom
On Sunday 4th July on a glorious summer
morning Watton Town Mayor Mr Roy Ivory
selected the best garden for summer blooms
on behalf of the Watton Society Despite the
cold frosty Spring and two weeks of drought
in late June Mr DR and Mrs AL Ankerman
were again awarded the silver platter to hold
for a year Of course most residents are not
aware that the Mayor is about the town
judging the gardens as this as a competition
that is not formally entered The Watton
Society are happy to make this award for the
fourteenth year with the help of the Mayor the
society‟s Honorary President Ten certificates
are awarded to those gardeners reaching a
highly commended standard in recognition of
their achievements Bryan H Wykes Vice
Chairman Watton Society
Fabulous mixed media Summer Art Exhibition 15 Talented local amp regional artists will be
displaying their work in mediums to include
watercolour gouache graphite wood
textile between Saturday 7th and Saturday
21st August in the Dragonfly Gallery at
Wayland House High St Watton Opening
Times are 10am ndash 4pm weekdays 10am ndash
1pm Saturdays There will be a Preview
Evening on Friday 6th August between 7pm
and 830pm All works on display can be
purchased - the preview evening is very
popular and recommended if you are
looking to buy and there will be a free glass
of wine and nibbles Please contact Susan
Hollingworth 01953 880205 for further
information
This month we did something completely
different for our WI meeting We spent
our time walking around Watton
following clues on a bdquoMurder Mystery
Trail‟ This was of course a fictional
murder but we had tremendous fun
solving the clues and finding out some
interesting facts about the history of
Watton on the way I don‟t think it would
be fair of me to tell you who did do it as
some of you may have intentions of
following the trail yourselves We
finished up at our meeting hall where we
enjoyed refreshments
Janet Oxborough from Ashill WI then
reported on the NFWI National AGM she
had attended in Cardiff in June As
expected the resolution urging the
Government on the mandatory labelling
of meat fish and poultry with true
country of origin was carried with a very
large majority Pat thanked Janet for a
very comprehensive account of the
meeting Birthday posies were presented
to Sandra and Jan and the raffle was won
by Joyce Jan and guest Janet Oxborough
Barbara will be hosting a Macmillan
Coffee Morning on Friday 10th
September ndash a little earlier than the
official date We also received details of
the Norfolk amp Norwich Operatic
Society‟s production at the Theatre Royal
in January ndash this is to be bdquoFiddler on the
Roof‟
Next month will be a social evening in
Watton Christian Community Centre
starting at 730 pm For information about
the WI as always the number to ring is Pat
on 882275 or Barbara on 882595
Who done it
Prayer of the Heart Activities at Watton Methodist Church Comprising Christian Meditation and Bi Monthly Worship For those seeking reflective
prayer mid-week worship with a more reflective and contemporary feel and those who
enjoy exploring their faith by reading spiritual books old and new
This month Christian Meditation in the vestry 2nd and 16th August for further details
ring Joyce 01953 88667
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 16 News
She did it She did it What a brave woman Frances
Packham is jumping out of a plane and being parachuted
safely down to earth by an experienced member of the
parachute team How proud of her I was watching her
come into sight out of the clouds and landing safely on the
ground and still managing to smile to her friends and
family anxiously watching her landing Perhaps it was a
grimace but we were all cheering and toasting her safe
return in champagne supplied by her partner Charles
Frances did this brave deed to do something special for
her 60th Birthday and at the same time to raise funds for
the local Charity Big C in memory of her friend Jim
Scrymgeour I am pleased to say that he knew she was
doing it for big C but when he died before the event he
would have been so touched by her thoughts for him
Sponsorship money is still coming in but to date Frances
has raised around pound1000 There is still time to donate to
Big C and donations can be left at the Wayland
Partnership Office
When Jim Scrymgeour died after losing his battle with
cancer with myself and our two sons Alan and Barrie at
his bedside we were grateful for all the prayers said for
him during his illness which I am sure kept him free from
pain right to the end As a family we were completely
overwhelmed by the cards (over 200) letters and flowers
sent to us with the messages that he was regarded as a
friendly funny person and always the gentleman At his
funeral there wasnt a seat to be had in the church He
would have been as overwhelmed as we were and I thank
everyone who took the time to come and pay their
respects The total sent by the undertakers to Big C was
pound81225
I have lots of thanks to make to the Doctors and nurses at
the Colney Centre to Dr Muller and Dr Kim the trainee
who were wonderful to Rosie from McMillan nurses to
the district nurses at Watton who were so supportive to
both of us who made him very comfortable and never
complained about his attitude to taking medication I have
to thank all our friends who were there for us and for me
since Jim has gone To the love and support I have felt
from my lovely customers at Top to Toe and a
very special thank you to my staff Alan
Gosia Kay and Rosemary who held
everything together running the shop in my
absence
To my brother and my brother in law for their
love lastly to God for giving me two
wonderful sons Alan and Barrie who with
their partners have been there for me as I
mourn the loss of my husband of 42 Years
He lived for those he loved And those he
loved remembered Marilyn Scrymgeour
HJC Ltd Motor Engineers
Servicing amp MOT preparation to all makes of
modern cars amp light commercials
Tyres Exhausts amp Batteries supplied and fitted
Courtesy cars available
Ask for Steve at 5 Linmore Court Threxton Rd
Industrial Estate Watton
Tel 01953 889924
Howlett - Rook
The wedding took place at Dereham Registry Office on the 11 th June of Mr
Wayne Howlett son of Barbara and Bryan Howlett of Holden Close
Oulton Broad and Miss Emma Rook daughter of Cathy and Colin Rook of
Hunters Oak Watton
The Bride was given away by her father and wore a Baby Pink dress She was
attended by Josie Mel Becky Summer and sisters Hollie and Debbie were
present The Best Man was Mr Reece Howlett and Kev and Rob were Ushers
The couple honeymooned for short break in London which will be followed
by a family holiday to Disney World in Florida at Christmas
What a star she is
Low Maintenance Gardens
Designed amp Built
LANDSCAPE GARDENING Tim Luxton Established 1973
Patios ~ Paths ~ Fencing ~ Shingle Drives Seeding ~ Turfing Etc
Photos and References always available For a Quality Job amp Free Quote
Phone Tim Luxton on 01603 880184 wwwtimluxtonlandscapingcouk
The Wayland Show The Annual Wayland Show will be held on
Sunday 1st August just outside Watton on the
Brandon Road Last year‟s show was
acclaimed in the press and by many as the
best ever with fantastic weather record
attendance and more exhibitors competitors
and attractions than before It raised a total of
pound7150 for local charities
Among other things featuring in the Grand
Ring this year will be Jive Pony This unique
show has the lot with vaulting dancing
acting costume changes and amazing riding
skills Other very popular attractions are the
Bob Hogg Sheepdog Display West Norfolk
Foxhounds Trinity Foot Beagles and not
forgetting Cyril the Squirrel Racing Terriers
and Mid Norfolk Gundogs
New for 2010 is the Lifestyle Marquee and
planned attractions are a fashion show
cookery demos floral displays hair and
beauty exhibitions and a stunning dance
performance with the chance to relax and take
it all in while enjoying afternoon tea
Our livestock classes are well attended and of
a very high standard and with in-hand and
ridden classes the show is a chance to see
some of our best local Show Horses This year
we also welcome retrained Racehorses and
Working Hunters for the first time We are
also running clear round show jumping
The Wayland Agricultural Society Young
Achiever of the Year 2010 award recognises
outstanding dedication and contribution to
agriculture horticulture wildlife or any other
rural related sector or industry Entrants must
be under 21 years of age and the winner will
be announced prior to the Show and presented
with their award on the day The award is
sponsored by Weco Engineering of Watton
Radio Norfolk and Wayland Radio will be
broadcasting from the showground during the
day The organising Committee also recently
presented a cheque for pound1094100 to The
Nelsons Journey Charity from funds raised at
their annual Dinner Dance Nelsons Journey is
a Norwich based charity which supports
bereaved children and young people under the
age of 18yrs living in Norfolk
As mentioned in last month‟s edition
of the Mid-Norfolk Times Wayland
House in Watton High Street home of
the Wayland Partnership offers a wide
range of services and support to the
Wayland community as a whole We
are constantly striving to increase the
range of services but recognise that it
is vital that the community is made
aware of these services
Firstly we have an ldquoopen doorrdquo policy
and anyone is welcome to drop by to
find out what we offer This can range
from bus pass applications
appointments with the Registrar the
Wayland Community Bank to
exhibitions and events throughout the
year We also submit articles to the
Times and regularly have a slot on
Wayland Radio
However as the local population
grows we want to ensure that
newcomers are included and made
aware of the information and support
they can get from Wayland House For
those with access to the internet you
might be interested in knowing that the
Partnership now has three websites
covering all the areas and activities we
are involved inThe current Partnership
site is wwwwaylandorguk but this is
currently being updated and the new
site will be launched soon Try
wwwthewaylanddragonflygalleryco
uk where you will find current and
forthcoming exhibitions examples of
local artists work for sale within the
Gallery shop
Finally for the business community
we have waylandbusinesscentrecouk
which contains a wealth of valuable
information and links to additional
information We also issue regular
Email Information Bulletins to some
400 local businesses and if you don‟t
already receive them let us know and
we will add you to the database (see
contact details below) Also have a
look at
waylandbusinesscentreblogspotcom
which provides your business with a
chance to share your expertise and
knowledge with a larger audience It
gives you a valuable opportunity to
network and is particularly useful for
sole traders and those who work from
home
You can see us at the Wayland Show
on 1st August where we will be
sharing a stand with the Wayland
Community Bank If you are there
please drop by and see us
We will be submitting regular news
and information to the Times as it
gives us good coverage and is
delivered widely in the area However
for more information on the services
and facilities available from Wayland
House and the Wayland Business
Centre call in to our reception phone
us on 01953 880204 or mail to
iainwaylandorguk
News from the Wayland Partnership
Picture Breckland Photographic
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 17
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Free Quotations amp
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Holme Hale Pavilion
Summer Fete Saturday 7th August
10am -- 430pm Cake Stall Refreshments Beer
Tent Lots of Childrens games and also for Adults Grand Draw BBQ
(local butcher) Rescue Greyhounds
Institute Advanced Motorists Bouncy Castle also ladies have
your nails amp toenails painted and much much more
All welcome come enjoy
It‟s that time of year again at the
time of writing we are in the middle
of Quilts Three our third annual
exhibition courtesy of the Wayland
Partnership in the Dragonfly Gallery
at Wayland House It gives an
opportunity for others to see exactly
what we do hack tack and stuff With
a name like that we are obviously not
bdquojust another sewing group‟ This
year we were worried about having
enough work to exhibit and then had
far more than we could show The
exhibition opened at 10 o‟clock on
Saturday the 10th July continuing
until the 17th Half way through the
week over one hundred and fifty
visitors had been counted Work on
show included not only quilts of all
sizes but also fabric boxes cushions
bags toys and other examples of the
members‟ crafts made for personal
use and as gifts There were examples
of the Heart cushions given to people
who have had surgery for breast
cancer and quilts for ill
and traumatised
children and teenagers
distributed through the
Norfolk branch of
ProjectLinus There was
a raffle donations box
and articles for sale
Proceeds will go
towards materials for
items for these charities
There will be more
details in the next
edition
Meanwhile meetings
and demonstrations
continued normally including an
excellent example of the latter
featuring a variety of borders by
two clever ladies This was so well
organised that members were
provided with pieces of pre-cut
fabrics so there was no excuse for
not bdquohaving a go‟ We are all fired
with enthusiasm and likely to put
borders on everything I suggest
partners check their shirts and
trousers
The group does not meet in August
but will be back on Tuesday the
14th September at 7 pm in the
Watton Christian Community
Centre for the beginning of another
session meanwhile members and
non-members can check our Blog
at httphtsqgroupblogspotcom
to see what is happening over the
next few months This features a
calendar which has details up until
the end of the year It is also
updated very regularly If you are
not online phone Sue Hart on
01362 822536
Hackers Tackers and Stuffers
Last year Alan Smiths Birthday
present from his daughter and son in
law (Kerry and Chris Varley) was a
book written about some mature men
walking the coast2coast It was so
inspiring and amusing to read that
soon several other people including
his wife (Gill) and 2 close friends
(Tim and Carol Suthers) had also
been inspired and enjoyed the read
All 6 of us enjoy our walks and
encouraged by the two youngest
(Chris amp Kerry) who have done this
before they decided to take up the
challenge From St Bees on the west
coast to Robin‟s Hood Bay on the
east coast some 192 miles in 13 days
will be covered in August this year as
their annual holiday Whilst doing
this they have been encouraged by a
few people to make it an event to
raise money for charity
They thought it would be nice to
support a local charity in East Anglia
and have chosen the East Anglian Air
Ambulance Registered Charity
1083876 They are a 365 day-a-year life-
saving service across Bedfordshire
Cambridgeshire Peterborough Norfolk
and Suffolk The charity is independent
of government and National Lottery
funding and is entirely dependent on
fund-raising and contributions To keep
its two air ambulances flying and to
provide the advanced medical
equipment they carry over pound3 million
per year has to be raised The group
thought it would be good to offer their
support to the EAAA in making this
walk not just their holiday and
challenge but also an event to raise
some cash to help them in their work
Gill also contacted the organisation to
see if they could visit and see first-hand
one of the helicopters and the staff of
EAAA who offer such a valuable and
life-saving service
On average the EAAA are called to
four incidents every day life
threatening situations such as road
traffic accidents incidents involving
people in inaccessible places and
cardiac arrests Because of the
advanced skills drugs and equipment
found on board and being able to
access places impossible for a land
ambulance the EAAA can make the
difference
Will you help us to help them in their
work To make a donation and offer
your support you can visit httpwwwjustgivingcomcoast2coastthevarleyssuthersandsmiths
Birthday Day Present Inspires 3 Couples to take up a Challenge
From left to right Chris Varley Alan Smith Gill Smith
Kerry Varley Carol Suthers and Tim Suthers
At Wayland Scout Group we
started the month with a Family
Day the Cubs and Scouts cooked
lunch for over 50 people to
celebrate our first AGM Parents
siblings Leaders and the District
Commissioner John Sweeney
were treated to dips and cruditeacutes
Southern Fried Chicken rice and
beans and salads followed by
apple pie and custard
All the young people did a fantastic
job creating a delicious meal made
even better by the wonderful weather
Following a cricket match we were
joined by Rev Geoff Garrett from St
May‟s Church who dedicated our
new flags for us
The afternoon was finished in fine
style with a wonderful array of
homemade cakes and a cup of tea
The Leaders would like to pass on
their thanks to everyone for their
wonderful support and help
The Cubs recently enjoyed a craft
night creating robots form junk
including turning one Cub into an
android by creating an amazing
costume for him
This term the Scouts have been
working towards their Global
Challenge including looking at
different traditions around the
world As it is nearly the end of
term they had plenty of fun
making a traditional Fez with
maybe a nod to Doctor Who who
has recently made the hats cool
The Scout Troop has also been
challenged by the local Rotarians to
have a camp using only a Shelter Box
tent and the emergency equipment
provided in the box Of course they
have accepted the challenge and will
be holding this
camp in mid-
August Our aim
is to be
sponsored so we
can raise enough
money be able
to buy a Shelter
Box for the
charity If you
would like to
sponsor us
please contact
Theresa Cutts on 01953 884243
or email
waylandscoutsgooglemailcom for
more information
At a recent event hosted by the
County Commissioner Richard
Butler the Leaders were also
presented with certificates to
congratulate them on opening a
successful Cub Pack Scout Troop
and building a Leadership team
We are also looking forward to a
4 day activity camp in August
with the rest of South West
Norfolk District If you are
interested in finding out more
about Scouting in Watton please
email us on the address above
AGM Androids and Fezs
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 18 News
Ashill Food amp Wine 1 Hale Road Ashill
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Alcohol Paypoint
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Fresh Seasonal Vegetables Home Produced Pork
01953 483 375
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL SHOPS
And get your copy of the Mid-Norfolk Times at these businesses
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Wells Cole Community Centre
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Visit our Social Club - Bar open every Wednesday and Friday from
730pm onwards
Donrsquot Delay - Book Today
01953 882 498
The bdquoAttleborough Players‟ amateur
dramatic society has been entertaining
people in the locality for more than 35
years with shows pantomimes plays
concerts and we are currently
rehearsing a musical play to feature a
group of our very talented younger
members to be staged in October
Since present day legislation has strict
demands for separate changing
facilities for adults and youngsters we
now have an additional burden on our
already strained finances
The society is a registered charity and
finances have been maintained at a
respectable level by staging shows
and our popular bdquoFish bdquon‟ Quiz‟
evenings on a regular basis hopefully
we will be presenting another quiz in
November Ticket prices have been
kept at a very competitive pound5 for most
of our shows takings which go
mostly towards running costs the rest
into a dwindling bank account In
these days of drastic belt tightening
we prefer to keep the cost of tickets
low to benefit our audiences This
means of course that our pool of
monetary assets has developed a
steady leak
We are looking for any business or
individual willing to sponsor us
Sponsorship would guarantee
programme and poster advertising to a
negotiable degree while private
individuals would benefit by free
tickets to any of our events of their
choice
Any business or private individual
willing to help us in this way please
contact our treasurer Anne
Greenwood ndash Tel 01953 455022
With our ever increasing membership
particularly of teenagers we think the
bdquoAttleborough Players‟ is a
worthwhile concern to keep running
on an even keel We hope you do too
The Players need your help
Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles By popular request the PHIL
BROOKPETE OXBOROUGH
JAZZ QUARTET are returning to
St Margarets church Breckles on
FRIDAY 17th SEPTEMBER at 730
pm The Quartet also features Ivars
Galenieks bass and Bob Dore
drums Tickets are pound1250 to
include refreshments and can be
obtained from Margaret Morfoot
Telehone 01953 498286 There will
be a beer and wine bar from 7 pm
This is a very popular evening All
proceeds for the upkeep of St
Margarets Church Breckles
Breckles is on the B1111 4 miles
north of the A11B1111 junction
Watton Ballroom Dancing Association
Queenrsquos Hall Watton 8pm till 11pm
Admission pound350
Saturday August 7th Mike 01953 882799
Wayland High School Students‟ British Science Association CREST Award
Twelve Year 9 students at
Wayland High School have
received the British Science
Association‟s CREST award for
designing and producing industry
standard batik artwork bags It is
the first time that the school has
entered the CREST awards
facilitated by The Exchange
(Norfolk Education Business
Partnership) who provided a small
bursary to support the batik
project Photograph of the students
with Batik bags and certificates
attached
Jan Cockburn from The Exchange
who visited the school to present
the awards at a Year 9 assembly
said Congratulations to the
students who carried out the batik
project You have shown great
enthusiasm for the subject and
fully deserve the national
recognition provided by a British
Science Association CREST
award
Val Wenham teacher and batik
artist who led the project said
The students learned the full batik
process including use of wax and
dyes initially experimenting on
paper before developing their
designs for the bags They created
designs that could be reproduced
on an industrial basis and studied
the technological and commercial
side of working in batik
Sadly one of the awards was
presented posthumously Alastair
Codling who also took part in the
batik project received his twin
sister Claire‟s award Claire
passed away earlier this year
For more information about the
work of The Exchange see
wwwnorfolk-exchangeorguk or
tel 01953 601439
For more information about British
Science Association CREST
Awards see
wwwbritishscienceassociationorg
webccafCREST
Pictured left to right are - Back Ellis Stone Harrison Cutts Sophie Shaw Ben Rees Martha Watts Stephanie
Parker Lauren Symons Megan Kennedy Front Alistair Codling Cameron Goldie Sam Beckwith
Our meeting in July had a
slightly different format to the
usual system We held a coffee
and chat event and we accepted a
cheque on behalf of Diabetes
UK for pound1136 presented by the
former chairman of Breckland
District Council
John Rogers The chairman of
our group Ron Thompson
accepted the cheque and said that
the money would be used by
Diabetes UK to help to fund
holidays for children with
Diabetes Councillor John
Rogers was warmly thanked
(Please see separate article for
picture page 14)
At our next meeting on August
9th two of our members will be
talking about the work they do
with the Retired Greyhound
Trust They are going to be
bringing a couple of their four
legged friends too John and Rod
will be suitably tethered to stop
them straying around the tables
and getting in the dogs way
The meeting starts at 1015am at
the Pentecostal Church Watton
(whom we thank for the use of
their facilities) all welcome For
further details about the group or
any of the meetings please
phone Helen 01953 884713 and
leave a message and I will get
back to you as soon as I can
We are have a special meeting on
the 13th September when we are
very fortunate to have as our
speaker Richard Lane OBE
President of Diabetes UK Some of
our members met Richard for the
first time last year and were very
taken by him and his frankness and
honesty about his Diabetes and
what has happened to him He is a
very interesting man and we are
very lucky he is available to come
and speak to us
We will be providing a light buffet
lunch for this meeting at a cost of pound5
per head and we would be pleased to
invite you to join us Because we
need to know numbers for the
catering arrangements please could
you phone David 01362 696781
before August 9th if you would like
to attend this special meeting
Watton amp District Group - Diabetes UK
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 19
Poet‟s Place Poet‟s Place is open once more to all readers to
submit their own work for publication All
contributions are welcome and will be printed
unedited for reader‟s enjoyment
A GOOD DEAL
When I‟m watching the birds in our garden
Little lambs that gambol in fields
I thank God I have such perception
This is what I would call a good deal
A small child with a smile that is wistful and shy
And a look to melt hearts made of steel
With a grasp of tiny soft fingers
Makes me realise what a good deal
Our cat usually independent and strong
Purrs around at my feet rubs my heel
I know it‟s because he wants feeding
He knows he is on a good deal
When dining out at a pub or cafeacute
I go where they serve a fine meal
With the atmosphere right and excellent food
Best of all I will get a good deal
Shopping in town for my clothing
Can be such a blinking ordeal
I go and intend not to overspend
And resolve I will get a good deal
Deciding on presents for Christmas
Then doing my best to conceal
The parcels I‟ve bought for each person
It‟s fine to receive a good deal
The flowers that grow in my garden
I planted in Spring with such zeal
Are now blooming so bright with such colours
I can see I have got a good deal
When I meet with my friends for a bridge game
My excitement I try to conceal
When the cards that I hold help me win lots of points
It‟s because I‟ve been dealt a good deal
Edith Pleasance copy 290906
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And get your copy of the Mid-Norfolk Times at these businesses
Great Ellingham Village Stores amp PO
Long St Gt Ellingham 01953 452 155
Post Office Fresh Bread amp Milk Daily
Rocklands Post Office amp Stores
The Street Rocklands 01953 483 217
Car Tax Lottery Fresh Milk
Quick Stop Church Street Attleborough
01953 458 036 Italian Wines 2 for pound5 Wide range
of Polish Foods available
Old Buckenham Stores The Green Old Buckenham
01953 860210 If you purchase goods from the shop costing over pound50 (excluding the post office cigarettes lottery and Paypoint) in one transaction then you will be entitled to claim a bottle of Italian wine (worth pound5)
Lovells Post Office amp Stores
Market Place New Buckenham
01953 860 351
Village Stores Market Street East Harling
01953 718115 A wide range of products in stock
Anne and Kevin Ledgard
Londis News Extra
High Street Attleborough (Opposite Sainsburys)
01953 453 257 Newspapers amp magazines
Wide range of confectionery tobacconist Wide range of Wines Beers and Spirits
Londis Banham 01953 887320
Your Local Village Supermarket
Watton University of the Third Age (U3A) Forty eight members enjoyed the tour
of North Norfolk by train and coach
A superb cream tea at Bircham
Windmill rounded off the tour in style
The next trip is a tour of the Fens with
a professional guide on Friday 17th
September The booking list is now
open contact Ron on 01953 889951
The Croquet Group is now playing at
the Watton Sports Centre on a
Tuesday afternoon New players
would be most welcome including
visitors (potential new members) For
playing times contact Margaret on
01953 882136 Alan Bickers is the
new Leader of the Pub Lunch Group
who will have their first meeting on
Thursday 12th August
Next venue for the Garden Visits
Group is Dunbheagan House near
Dereham with music in the afternoon
and teas in aid of the St Johns
Ambulance Meet at 130pm in the
Queens Hall car park Transport can
be arranged Contact Susan on 01953
881373
The next monthly meeting is on
Thursday 26th August when the
speaker will be Barbara Miller with
ldquoNorwich over the Waterrdquo
The Membership Secretary can be
contacted on 01953 885358 For
further information on the National
U3A go to wwwu3aorg
On Thursday 24th June the
announcement was made in London of
the winner of this year‟s Carnegie
medal That prize has been awarded by
children‟s librarians almost every year
since 1936 for an outstanding book for
children and young people Since 23rd
April when the short-list was
announced 50000 children in schools
all over Britain have been reading the
eight novels - nearly 3000 pages of
high quality fiction Thirty of those
very dedicated readers met on the same
day in Attleborough High School
Library to spend two hours in lively
debate with their guests from Old
Buckenham High School sustained by
strawberries cheese straws and home-
made cakes
The event organised by the school‟s
librarian Helen Gage greatly engaged
the students and staff and much heated
argument about which was the best of
the books on the list ensued The group
voted for their own choice of winner
took lots of photographs and then at
the time stipulated by the Carnegie‟s
national organisers opened the
envelope containing the name of the
winning title Neil Gaiman‟s bdquoThe graveyard book‟ Of the gathering in Attleborough High School‟s
library student Ellie Halls (pictured above) was the only one who had firmly backed that choice In
November the long-list for next year‟s award will be published ndash and the whole wonderful process
will begin again We can‟t wait
Carnegie medal celebration the Attleborough High School big debate
Wayland Happy Circle Our July meeting was a social afternoon with a Beetle Drive followed by a Strawberry Tea Shirley
welcomed 25 members and 1 visitor and seven birthday cards were distributed Our former President
is making good progress and we hope to see her back amongst us soon
Shirley organised the Beetle Drive the first session being won by Molly and Maureen and the second
by Jenny Two of members Margaret and Jenny had prepared the strawberries and cream and these
were enjoyed by all with shortbread and a cuppa The usual raffle was held to close the afternoon
25 members and guests will be going on the outing in July and tea will be taken at Elveden Visitor
Centre followed by a tour of the Stanta Training Area
Our next meeting will be on 3rd August when Tina Cruz will talk to us about Portuguese cooking
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 20 News
July 1st ndash The day that Rotary
Clubs all over the world install their
new presidents And this year
Watton was no exception Outgoing
president Richard Akister handed
over to new president Doctor Mike
Harvey (see pic) Health problems
caused Mike to take early
retirement as a general practitioner
and having come to Norfolk and
settled in Shipdham some 5 years
ago he was introduced to the
Watton Rotary Club and thought it
would be a good platform and outlet
for his considerable energy and
skill He was an instigator of the
Watton Club‟s very
successful fundraising
drive in support of the
bdquoBalloons for Hearts‟
initiative in 20078 With
the help of 2 other Rotary
Clubs pound5300 was raised
and a giant cheque was
presented to the campaign
coordinator We hear that
the cheque is still on
display in the cardiac
reception area at the
NNUH Mike intends to
continue his ministry of the
Watton Club with a
medical flavour
As a prelude to the presidential
handover in both clubs Watton
Inner Wheel and Rotary Clubs
joined forces and held a most
successful bdquoround the houses‟ or
bdquosafari‟ supper Changing sets of 3
or 4 couples rotate around each of
several members‟ houses for the
various courses of an evening meal
with everyone landing up at the
President‟s house for the final
course and a bit of party time
Following our visit to New South
Wales Australia last year the
Watton Club is hosting the first part
of the return Rotary international
friendship exchange in September
Eight couples from various places
in NSW are expected they will stay
with Watton members for a few
days before moving on to be hosted
by Rotarians of various other
Rotary clubs throughout Norfolk
and Suffolk More about this next
month Martin Anscombe
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During a debate about jobs and
unemployment on July 7th I made my
maiden speech in the House of Commons
I have focussed my column this month on
the content and inspirations for the speech
in which I set out why I am so passionate
about representing our area
Maiden speeches have a long tradition in
the Commons and new MPs usually
don‟t involve themselves in debates in the
House until they have made theirs
Maidens give new MPs a chance to talk
about their constituency and to outline
some of the issues they aim to work on
I focused my speech on three key
themes the need for a more local
approach to jobs and housing how the
politically correct bdquorights‟ culture
ignores traditional values and the need
for a better politics
The Rural Way of Life
Living and running a business locally I
know how life in rural England has been
overlooked I know how our traditional
values are too often denigrated and how
Norfolk has become increasingly
marginalised
ldquoTackling that sense of marginalisation
in order to unlock the talents and
aspirations of its people are the
central theme of my work as [an] MP
The people of Mid Norfolk feel
marginalised by the decision-making
process and too often forced to change
in ways that they have neither chosen
nor like The small local voluntary and
rural is all too often crowded out by the
big national professional and urban
[R]ural Britain has been especially
hard hit by unemployment during this
recession and my constituency has
pockets of rural deprivation which are
often hidden Pensioner poverty can
be especially invisible
ldquoPost offices pubs and village shops
close while more and more people are
forced to commute increasing distances
from the mass housing estates that have
been forced on our market towns and
councilsrdquo
ldquoThe people of Mid Norfolk sent me
here to speak up for them so I shall
[They] have found themselves
increasingly powerless in the face of a
tidal wave of legislation and big
government from Europe Whitehall
and unaccountable regional quangos
Many worry that our culture has been
hijacked by an increasingly intolerant
politically correct anything goes
multiculturalism which seems to have
too little respect for the longer
traditions of tolerance personal
freedom and responsibility embedded in
our traditional heritage By pumping
the bellows of local empowerment I
believe that we can reignite the embers
of a culture which can and should be
allowed to coexist with metropolitan
Britain to mutual benefitrdquo
Economic opportunities
Having run my ldquoNorfolk Wayrdquo campaign
for over three years I know how urgently
we need new jobs and opportunities in
Mid Norfolk Average wages here are low
and I wanted to focus on how we can
reignite our economy and strengthen local
communities and services
ldquoIn my three-year candidacy I insisted
on another way we call it the Norfolk
way a vision of a vibrant rural society
based on a renaissance of rural
enterprise smaller pockets of mixed
housing spread more fairly and
sustainably fast-growing small
businesses and jobs back in our villages
and towns less commuting a richer
mix of ages and blue and white-collar
jobs in active communities
ldquoSome may ask Where are those new
jobs and businesses to come from Let
me tell the House Situated between
Norwich and Cambridge are two of the
worlds leading centres of scientific
research and innovation in food
biomedicine and the clean
technologies all of which are so vital
to the global challenges that we face
Mid Norfolk is perfectly positioned to
become a hub of entrepreneurial
activity and new jobs With the world-
leading John Innes centre the Institute
of Food Research world-class
agriculture and high-tech engineering
along the A11 corridor we can lead
those new economic sectors on which
we will increasingly dependrdquo
ldquoAs someone who came to politics after
a 15-year career in creating new
technology businesses I hope to be able
to put my experience to good use in that
area However that revolution cannot
happen without two essential things
new models of investment in
infrastructure including the A11 rural
broadband and rail links and some
local leadershiprdquo
Giving People Responsibility
I believe in giving local communities
power Residents in a village know the
problems they have and usually know
how to solve them better than somebody
in an office miles away During my
speech I called for a new approach
ldquoThe stale post-war model of statist
centralisation and dependence on the
Whitehall handout has failed Norfolk
Rural Britain is the repository of
some important virtues that our modern
culture has neglected a deep belief in
self-help and responsibility an
insistence that everybody in a
community has a role and the rejection
of a shallow media cultures obsession
with celebrity and a love of the small
the different and the local These are
qualities that are deeply rooted in the
English character
ldquoAt the heart of this manifesto is a big
idea that citizenship is forged
through the empowering act of the
state granting responsibility to its
citizens That is the central idea which
has brought me into politics as a
Conservative and which I am delighted
is once again the idea at the heart of
modern Conservatism and this
coalitionrdquo
It was an honour to make my maiden on
behalf of the people of Mid Norfolk and
if you would like a full transcript of the
speech please email
Georgefreemanmpparliamentuk or
watch the video of the speech on my
website wwwgeorgefreemancouk
The Westminster View
George Freeman is the Conservative MP
for Mid-Norfolk The object of this
column is to help readers stay in touch
with their MP - it is not intended as a
reflection of the political views of anyone
associated with the Mid Norfolk Times
Watton Rotary Roundup
People for Animal Care Trust
(PACT) and Caine Lloyd of
Lloyd Engineering in Watton are
organising an adventure to climb
Mount Kilimanjaro in spring
2011 The intention is to raise
funds for PACT through
sponsorship and to have some fun
doing so
My name is Geoff Bell and I am
one of the people who are taking
part in this Challenge I have the
funds for my part in this challenge
but I fell it would be good to raise
funds for PACT as well
Through the Kili Challenge
PACT will receive funding to
build much needed additional
kennels to house the regular
influx of animals they have
PACT is based in Woodrising
and work hard to ensure the
welfare of animals in Norfolk
PACT‟s web-site is
wwwpactsanctuaryorg and more
information about them can be
obtained from there With your
kind help it would be a great
honour and privilege to extend
my support for PACT by taking
part in this challenge and to be of
help and support to one of the
loves in my life
If you would like to sponsor me
to take part in this challenge and
raise much needed funding for
PACT then please contact me
through Facebook or ring me on
01953-882925 For more
information you can ring PACT
on 01362 820775 or Caine on
01953 881255 I will also be
holding three public collection
days for this outside the Co-op in
Watton on the 18th August 15th
September and 13th October
Thank you for your support
The Kili Challenge in aid of PACT
Picture Supplied
Church Times and Puzzle
Watton Churches Together Service Calendar for August 2010
St Maryrsquos Church Watton 1st 3rd amp 4th Wednesday at 930am Holy Communion
2nd Wednesday Morning Worship Church Office opens Tues
Wed amp Thurs 9am-1pm Tel 01953 881252
margaretchurchadmfreeservecouk wwwstmaryswattonorg
Sun 1st 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
530pm Choral Evensong
Sun 8th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
Sun 15th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Sun 22nd 800am Holy Communion
1000am All Age Worship
12 noon Holy Baptism
630pm Praise and Worship with Shine
Sun 29th 800am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Watton Methodist Church Every Wednesday the Church is open for quiet reflection and
prayer between 1000am amp 1200noon
Itrsquos your quiet place At 1030 there is a half-hour Midweek
Service in the Large Vestry led by the Minister or a Church
Member wwwwattonmethodistbtikcom
Sun 1st 1045am Rev Barbara Winner Holy Communion
630pm Rev Brian Eagle
Sun 8th 1045am Mr Richard Hompstead
630pm Mrs Janet Roebuck
Sun 15th 1045am Mrs Sonia Mann
630pm Mr Brian Lawrence
Sun 22nd 1045am Mrs Elsie Warby
630pm Revd Barbara Winner Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1100am Section Service at Saham Hills
Mr John Winner
630pm Rev Brian Eagle Holy Communion
Roman Catholic Community Each Sat 530pm Mass at Watton Methodist Church
Pentecostal Church Dereham Road Watton There is a Noahs Ark Sunday and Kings Kids for children
during the Sunday morning services
Sun 1st 1030am Morning Service with guest speakers
Christian amp Ann Fernandez from La Rochelle France
Sun 8th 1030am Family Service amp Doughnuts
600pm Prayer amp Praise with guest speaker
Dama Safari from Shalom Africa
Sun 15th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Freed from your past‟
Sun 22nd 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Made in God‟s image‟
600pm Prayer and Praise
Sun 29th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoChanged by love‟
St Nicholasrsquo Church Ashill Tuesdays 1000am Said Holy Communion
Sun 1st 930am Lay Led Morning Worship
Sun 8th 930am Morning Worship
Sun 15th 930am All Age Worship
Sun 22nd 930am Holy Communion
St Georgersquos Church Saham Toney Sun 1st 1030am Benefice Service of Holy Communion
Sun 8th 1100am Morning Worship and Holy Baptism
Sun 15th 1100am Pet Service
1230pm Holy Baptism
Sun 22nd 1100am Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1030am Group Service of Holy Communion
SS Peter amp Paulrsquos Church Carbrooke Sun 8th 1030am All Age Worship
Sun 15th 1030am Holy Communion
Sun 22nd 1030am Lay Led Morning Worship
1230pm Holy Baptism
St John the Evangelist Church Ovington Thursdays 800am Said Holy Communion
Sun 8th 12 noon Pet Service
Sun 22nd 930am Lay Led All Age Worship
Breckles Caston Great Hockham Griston Merton Stow Bedon
Thompson
Worship Calendar August 2010
Sunday 1st August
1030 am United Holy Communion Thompson
Sunday 8TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Breckles
(Patronal Festival)
Sunday 15TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Gt Hockham
1030 am United Holy Communion Caston
Sunday 22ND August 900 am Holy Communion (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Gt Hockham
Sunday 29TH August
1030 am United Holy Communion Griston
Sunday 5TH September
1030 am United Holy Communion Stow Bedon
Our Pram Service Sunday Club amp WAY youth group
will resume in September
Enquiries The Revd Bob Nichols Tel (01953) 483222
Email revbobnicholsgmailcom
All Saints Church Threxton Sunday 1st August at 10 am
Scribble Pad
Across 7 One looking for riches (76) 8 Something to keep the claws in shape (8) 9 An assistant would be an idea (4) 10 Snap a biscuit for Christmas (7) 12 This clue might lead you the wrong way (5) 14 Fused fuse (5) 16 Feminine pronoun (7) 19 A phaser setting used by Captain Kirk (4) 20 A reserve supply to be drawn on (8) 22 but loose (553)
Down 1 A bright star from Avon (4) 2 Slopey writing (6) 3 infield pagan (7) 4 as chips said the chick (5) 5 Inherited (6) 6 Use this to change names (44) 11 Compared to a relation (8) 13 Earth shaking (7) 15 Of the coldest season (6) 17 How warm snow goes (6) 18 The sound of teddy bears (5) 21 Burn to charcoal (4)
PUZZLE CORNER
pound10 PRIZE CROSSWORD
Would you like to win a pound10 Voucher to spend Simply complete
the crossword on the right and drop it in to The Wayland News bin
at (or post it to) Adcocks 32 High Street Watton Norfolk IP25
6AE before the paper deadline All correct entries will be put into a
draw and the winner will receive a pound10 voucher to spend In the
event of any dispute the decision of the Editor will be final The
clues are a mix of cryptic and easy with one or two anagrams
thrown in just to make it more interesting
The correct solution will be published in the next issue
Last Month‟s Puzzle The winner of last month‟s pound10 prize was Mrs S Dockray of
Nelson Court Watton Well done Mrs Dockray
Thought for the month By Rev Barbara Winner Methodist Church Well the World Cup was disappointing for some of us and so
was Wimbledon There doesn‟t seem much to celebrate Or is
there
There was once a speaker who started off one of his talks by
showing everyone in the audience a pound50 note It was a crisp
new note He asked the room full of people who would like
the pound50 and it was no surprise that most hands went up He
then proceeded to crumple the note up in his hand and then
asked who still wanted it The hands stayed up Next he
dropped the note on the ground and started to grind the note
with his shoe When he picked it up it was dirty and
crumpled When he asked who still wanted it the hands stayed
up Well of course they did ndash just because it was crumpled
and dirty didn‟t prevent it being worth the pound50 just as it had
been in the beginning when he started his talk The note was
still of value ndash the value hadn‟t changed
We are in a time of change and cuts and we don‟t quite know
what‟s coming next But whatever cuts and changes come
however much we feel the effects our value as people has not
changed Life throws all sorts of things at us and we can end
up feeling crumpled and trodden on In God‟s eyes we are
loved and precious ndash valuable And no amount of cuts
changes and troubles will change this God‟s love for us is a
pure gift ndash it is not subject to cuts and change We read in the
Bible that God so loved the world that he gave his son that we
might have life And what‟s more it is a gift freely given
Now that really is worth celebrating
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 22 News
MOTs pound3500 VEHICLES FROM V 99 ONWARDS pound40 FOR OLDER VEHICLES
IVAN CHUBBOCK GARAGE SERVICES
SHIPDHAM
Tel 01362 820416
Has Your PC Slipped a Disc Netted a virus Mouse trapped and
wont work now
For all manner of computer repairs and support
Call Julian Horn on 01953 881885 ldquoSilver Surferrdquo support a speciality
SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEAS Hosted by St Maryrsquos Church in August
Sunday 15th August Christian Community Centre 230pm until 4pm All
welcome - please come along and bring family and friends
Watton United FC have begun
preparing for life in Anglian
Combination Division 1 by
appointing ex - Diss and Watton
player Paul Nicholls to assist with
training and match days whilst he
awaits his return to football from a
serious injury Manager Vince
Harwood has welcomed his return
to the club in a coaching capacity
and hopes his experience at a
higher level will improve the
young players currently at the club
Further changes behind the scenes
include the appointment of Ian
Hunt and Christian Hayward to
assist with running the reserve
team this season and they are
encouraging any new players to
attend training on Wednesday
nights at Watton Sports Centre
(7pm start)
The club has also arranged a number
of Preseason friendlies for the first
team all at home versus Watton
United 18s Dersingham Rovers
(Friday 6th August) and Thetford
Rovers (Wednesday 11th August)
kicking off at 645pm Their first
league fixture is a local derby away
at Wymondham Town on Tuesday
17th August
The reserves new management
team are looking forward to home
games against Thetford Rovers
Reserves (Wednesday 4th August)
and an unnamed team (Friday 13th
August) before their season starts
on Thursday 19th August away at
Mattishall Reserves All games
Kick off at 645pm
The club also have a number of
advertising opportunities available
this season with programme
adverts and advertising boards at
the ground all priced at pound50 for the
season Anyone interested should
contact Paul Woods on
07917361762 or email
infowattonunitedfccouk
Getting ready for the new season
For a small very rural bowls club
Ashill has exceeded all expectations
this year Our men reached the
quarterfinals of the Bales Cup and
Peter Bunn Colin Breeze Bob Hall
and Alan Willer reached the same
stage in the Norfolk County Fours The
men also lie 2nd in the Central North
Division just a half point behind
Thetford The ladies section not to be
outdone have also faired very well
Chris Bailey reaching the quarterfinals
of the County Unbadged Singles
before succumbing to an opponent
from Freethorpe she Inga Healy and
Jackie Taylor got to the quarterfinals of
the Coronation Cup and the latter two
and Sheila Malyon reached the semi-
finals of the County Triples before
being beaten by Diss at RG Carters
In the mixed competitions we
overcame Long Stratton Thetford and
Connaught (the latter two on their
home greens) to reach the semi-finals
of the Jermy Cup our opponents being
Freethorpe on Sunday 18th July at the
neutral green of Wymondham and just
recently we won the Coral Cup played
at Watton Bowls Club So far it has
been a very successful and enjoyable
season despite the vagaries of our
uncertain weather
Ashill Bowls Club minnows on a high
The sunny warm and dry weather
has turned parts of the course brown
but has made for some exciting golf
None more so than in the June
monthly medal when David Flack
playing off a handicap of 10 shot a
net 62 In the same competition
Martin Parker achieved a hole in 1
on the par three 12th hole which
made him very happy but led to a
large dent in his bank balance
Recent Stableford competition
winners were Tony Bonner Alan
Blythe Phil Barrall David Wakeford
and David Packard
Recent inter-club match results were
versus Eaton Away lost 2frac12 - 3frac12 V
Royal Cromer away lost 1frac12 - 4frac12 V
Costessey park at home lost 2frac12 -
3frac12 V Gt Yarmouth at home won
5frac12 - frac12
The Seniors Open was held on 1st
July and approx 50 players
representing 14 different clubs
played in a stableford competition It
was an excellent day enjoyed by all
and the winner was George Axten
from Kings Lynn A separate
competition for Richmond Park
members was won by David Adcock
Richmond Park Golf Club Senior Section
On Saturday 21st August at Ashill
rectory Garden there will be a Fun
BBQ from 4pm to 8pm Tickets are
just pound5 for adults and pound250 for
children and include BBQ Salads
and delicious desserts
We hope to raise enough money at
this event to fund another year of
education for children in Uganda
who we have supported for six years
Tickets are available from Ann Bunn
on 01760 440 150
Fun Barbecue for Ugandan Children
The Annual Summer Show will
be held on SATURDAY
AUGUST 7trade This is an
opportunity for residents of
Rocklands and the surrounding
area to exhibit Fruit and
Vegetables Flowers Cookery
Art and Handicrafts and for the
children to show off their skills
in various classes
Entries for the show are
accepted between 9am and
12noon with judging
commencing at 1pm Doors are
open to the public at approx
330pm Show Schedules are
available from Post Office
Stores Rocklands or Margaret
Lister
If you feel you would like to
take part in our Summer Show
and would like more
information contact Margaret
Lister on 01953 483417
Annual Summer Show at Rocklands
Celebrations Celebrations You are all warmly invited to join
us at Choral Evensong at St
Mary‟s Church Watton on
Sunday 1st August at 530pm for
a special service of prayer and
beautiful church music and
afterwards for tea and cake
This is a celebration as our church
choir is one of 67 choirs affiliated
to the Royal School of Church
Music in Norfolk
Do come and enjoy the music and
see for yourselves You may
even want to join us We are
always happy to welcome new
members to the Choir
Goods amp services - warranties Repairs for goods can be expensive and it is very
important that warranties provide adequate
protection Unfortunately Citizens‟ Advice Bureaux
continue to hear about clients whose warranties
have not been honoured Here are some of the cases
dealt with by Bureaux throughout the country
Bishops Waltham reported that a woman had
purchased a buggy for pound150 at Babies R Us in
May 2009 She noticed that the elbow joints were
becoming loose and she believed this was
dangerous as it could pinch a child‟s fingers She
took it back to Babies R Us in January 2010 and
they sent it back to the manufacturer which
returned it and stated that the bolts had been
tightened (despite the fact that the joints were
riveted not bolted) The elbow joints did initially
seem tighter but the problem soon reappeared and
so the client took the buggy back again and
complained Babies R Us refused to replace the
buggy but sent it to their quality assurance
department which stated that the problem was due
to wear and tear She asked to see the manager
and explained that the buggy was within the
warranty period and that she was most unhappy
that her child was in danger every time she used
it The manager walked away and would not
discuss it Other customers came up to her in the
store and said they had had similar experiences
Southend saw a man who had bought a second
hand van for about pound4000 from The Van Centre
He had taken it back to the trader twice within six
weeks of purchasing it because the engine kept
cutting out and the client believed it was not safe
to drive Despite the fact that the van was covered
by warranty The Van Centre refused to rectify
the problems The client was frustrated at having
been sold a faulty van and very annoyed that he
received no help when he returned it He was also
very anxious and worried about the safety of the
vehicle especially as he had two children who
travel with him at times
Sometimes failure to honour a warranty is
compounded by other unfair trading practices such
as pressure to upgrade the faulty goods to a more
expensive version or mis-selling of inappropriate or
unnecessary insurance Ash told us about a client
who had problems with a secondhand vehicle She
had purchased a car with a warranty from a local
dealer using a hire purchase agreement In the first
12 months the car suffered repeated electrical
problems which the dealer was unable to resolve
The offer of a courtesy car was not honoured
resulting in additional expense for the client When
the client refused to drive the car again the dealer
encouraged her to exchange it for a newer model
and refinance The client agreed but the finance was
refused as a result of a poor credit rating The client
was left locked in a finance agreement for a car
which she considered unroadworthy despite the fact
that it was under warranty
Southend saw a woman who had purchased a
treadmill from Argos for pound29999 Four months
later she purchased breakdown insurance for pound44
However when the equipment needed repairing
she was told by Argos that the insurance was not
valid because it was taken out more than 45 days
after purchase She was given a handwritten note
saying that the claim was rejected by the insurer
Allianz Kings for this reason and was told that
she could ask them to refund her premium No
other remedy was offered When the adviser rang
Allianz Kings they were told that the insurance
did not cover the fault because the goods were
within the manufacturers two year warranty
period and a claim should in fact be made on this
Allianz Kings said that this is what Argos had
told them and there was no mention of the issue
of when the insurance was purchased The client
was annoyed at Argos for failing to rectify the
situation and identify who was responsible She
was also frustrated that she had been sold and
had begun to pay for insurance which appeared to
be useless and unnecessary at least for the two
years of the warranty
If you think that you have been similarly affected by
consumer issues and you would like help and advice
then please call in to your local Bureau or you could
also contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or
use their website at wwwconsumerdirectgovuk
Sports News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 23
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Ring Lesley Horn For 1 to 1 beginnerrsquos support in your own home
Friendly patient and knowledgeable help with using your computer to find things on the Internet email your family amp
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Attleborough High in the Beach Volleyball Tournament
Three teams from Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre were
entered into the first Norfolk Beach
volleyball Tournament on Great
Yarmouth central beach This was the first
volleyball competition the school has
entered and there was an air of excitement
after some good practice sessions
Two U16 boys teams from Attleborough
High were entered into the 15 strong
league
Team 1 consisting of Richard Adelugba
Daniel Dean Matthew Brookson and Joe
Whiterod took a while to get use to the
sand losing their first game against Notre
Dame 17-9 Communication and
technique improved dramatically and the
Attleborough team went on to win against
Alderman Peel team 2 (25-9) Great
Yarmouth team 2 (23-11) and Oriel team
3 (20-17) The whole team worked well
together with excellent serving and
committed dives shown by all particularly
Richard saw Attleborough Team 1 sail
through to the play-off
Team 2 from Attleborough High consisted
of Callum Langstaff Jake Horscroft
Matthew Miller and Daniel Thompson
Some excellent combination play between
Callum and Jake saw this team win their
first game against Lynn Grove 19-11
Matthew put in some excellent serves in
the second game and Daniel‟s athletic
dives saw another win against Alderman
Peel team 3 (24-18) This team lost focus a
little towards the end and lost their final
two games against Oriel team 1 and Great
Yarmouth team 3 With two big wins to
start the tournament Attleborough team 2
managed to come 2nd in their group and
go into the play-off‟s
Team 1 played two teams to battle it out
for 1st 2nd and 3rd place Confidence was
boosted with great combinations of dig
set and smash to gain a win over
Alderman Peel team 1 (17-14) Next was
the unbeaten Oriel team 1 who always
took 3 touches to control and set up the
perfect smash was Attleborough found
hard to return
Final score here was 11-8 to Oriel
Attleborough Team 1 finished in 2nd
place out of 15 teams
Team 2 from AHS faced Notre Dame and
Oriel team 3 in their play-off and even
though excellent commitment was shown
to get even the slightest touch on the ball
two defeats left them in 6th place out of 15
One U16 girls team from Attleborough
High was entered consisting of Lauren
Willingham Annalise Gray Holly
Warren Ellie Philpott Sinead
Bollingbroke and Charlotte Ord The
girls team had 2 substitutes and took a
while to get use to the rotation of
positions The first game against
Alderman Peel 1 saw a closely contested
battle with some brilliant smashes from
Lauren but unfortunately the final
whistle blew at 17-16 to the opponents
With great determination and some
excellent set plays coming together from
Anna and Ellie the girls team went to
win three of their final games Caister
(19-16) Alderman Peel 4 (20-16) and
Lynn Grove (34-8)
Three out of four wins saw the
Attleborough High School girls through to
the grand final to play Notre Dame Even
though Sinead served brilliantly
throughout the team lost 48-21 leaving
Attleborough U16 girls to finish 2nd out
of 11 teams
Player from Watton United FC took
a break from the World Cup action
this month to try their hand on the
golf course at their 4th Annual Golf
Tournament on Friday 25th June
An impressive total of 23 x 4 man
teams competed this year The
competition comprised of 18 holes
under stableford rules with prizes
for the individual best score and
team score taking the best two
scores on each hole from each team
This year also saw the presentation
of the RICK NEAVE cup in
memory of Watton United‟s former
manager being awarded to the
highest scoring individual who has
played for Watton United FC and a
new award presented to the person
with the lowest overall round
The club were pleased to see a
number of current club members
taking part together with some
familar faces from the past including
ex Watton United Managers Tony
Shipp Bob Taylor and ex players
Andy Hunt Paul Jarvis Daryl
Woodward Andy Campbell and
Richard Spillman Ollie Applegate
Karl Pitcher all appearing in teams
for the first time
Winners were as follows
BEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE 1st B
Taylor (47 points) 2nd H Waters (46
points) 3rd D Rudling (45 points)gt
BEST TEAM SCORE 1st Team
Spillman (S Spillman R Spillman
D Rudling I Bonser (99 points) 2nd
Team Shipp (T Shipp G Rowlands
K Kitteridge T Lyons (97 points)
3rd Team Wordley (S Wordley R
Bailey P Legrice M Mace (95
points)
RICK NEAVE CUP Bob Taylor (47
Points)
LOWEST GROSS ROUND Paul
Matless (72 shots)
OTHER AWARDS Nearest The Pin
(Hole 3) - Jon Sproston Longest
Drive (Hole 9) - Stuart Livock
Longest Drive (Hole 13) - P Matless
Nearest The Pin (Hole 17) - Phil
Patience Wooden Spoon (Paul
Rayner)
The club would like to again extend
its thanks to thanks Simon Jessop at
Richmond Park Golf Club for
providing excellent hospitality
throughout the day and allowing the
club to put on this much needed
fundraiser each year Details of next
year‟s competition will available in
2011
Pictured are the winning team left to
right S Spillman D Rudling R
Spillman I Bonser
Watton Uniteds 4th Annual Golf Day
ST MARYrsquoS CHURCH WATTON
GRAND FETE amp CAR BOOT SALE
on the field next to St Maryrsquos Church Car Park Saturday 21st August from 900am to 100pm
Raffle ~ Games ~ Cakes ~ Refreshments Car boot places at pound4 per car no need to book Please contact the Parish Office 01953 881252
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Arrangements may be discussed in the privacy of your own home
Tel (01760) 440269 (24 hrs) Established over 60 years
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12 Noon on the 16th August Page space is allocated strictly on a first come first served basis Deadline is the latest
date and time that copy will be considered for inclusion Arrival of copy before
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then please make sure it arrives in plenty of time
If you are submitting on paper you MUST sign and include your contact details
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Street Watton IP25 6AE Or you can leave copy in the bin at Adcocks 32 High
Street Watton
The e-mail address is julianmidnorfolktimescom
All views expressed in the Mid-Norfolk Times are those of the contributors and
not the publishers While every care and effort has been taken to ensure accuracy
the publisher cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions
This issue of the Mid-Norfolk Times was published by Julian Horn 32 High Street Watton IP25 6AE and printed through
wwwquotemeprintcom 0845 1300 667
EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 2 News
modern safety regulations
In 2009 he and his son also a skilled
glider pilot in his own right began
work in earnest stripping the
machine to its component parts under
the supervision of engineer Mike
Simms and with the valuable help of
other members of Shipdham Flying
Club Together they checked
replaced or restored every single part
before laboriously reassembling it to
a condition that is as good as if not
better than new
And on the 11th July just 15 days
short of the 41st anniversary of his
first flight in the glider David Ladley
piloted the machine back to the skies
from Shipdham Airfield
ldquoI was probably more nervous than
the first time I flew herrdquo said Mr
Ladley ldquobut it was wonderful to just
to sit in there in the open air So
many memories came flooding backrdquo
ldquoI am so grateful to everyone at the 8
Ball Gliding group at Shipdham
airfield but especially so to Mike
Simms for his skills knowledge and
guidance and also to Paul Baldwin
and Jerry Berringer for all their helprdquo
The great moment was watched by
the entire Ladley family David
Dunwell and his son James plus
many Shipdham Flying club
members Reflecting the views of the
family Dave‟s wife Janet said ldquoIt was
wonderful As a family we have all
lived and breathed the restoration
these past years it has occupied every
spare minute of their time I have no
idea what they will do nextrdquo
ldquoPerhaps I will get them to decorate
our houserdquo she said with a grin
The 8 Ball Gliding Group operates as
a part of the Shipdham Flying Club
and fly a wide selection of vintage
and modern gliders in a friendly and
comfortable environment The flying
club is privileged to operate from
Shipdham Airfield a former World
War 2 base owned by Mrs E
Paterson
The airfield was home to the
USAAF 44th Bomb Group the
ldquoFlying 8 Ballsrdquo which operated
Liberator aircraft on highly
dangerous daylight bombing
missions over Europe Their first
combat mission was flown on
November 7 1942 and was the first
of 344 missions flown against the
Axis powers in WW II Over 8400
individual combat sorties were
flown by the 44th during which 850
brave young men lost their lives
Their sacrifice is commemorated
with a Memorial at the Club and
also with a museum there dedicated
to their memory
If you would like to experience the
thrill of gliding at Shipdham or buy a
voucher to give as a gift to someone
you think would enjoy it then
contact the Membership Secretary on
sfcmembershipbtinternetcom or
by phone on 07713880689 or
telephone the Club on 01362 820 709
at the weekends
The moment the Prefect left the ground for the first time in 27 years with Mr Ladley at the controls
Left David Dunwell and in the aircraft David Ladley
West Norfolk Aviation Society Len Raven was the guest speaker at
the June meeting his subject was
Helicopter Operations in Malaya This
was based on his own experiences
and was very well illustrated with a
wide variety of photographs
The Malayan Emergency was a
guerrilla war fought between
Commonwealth armed forces and the
Malayan National Liberation Army
(MNLA) the military arm of the
Malayan Communist Party from 1948
to 1960 During the campaign RAF
helicopters operated in support of the
ground Forces moving troops ferrying
supplies and carrying out medical
evacuation At the start of the
Emergency the British had a total of 13
infantry battalions in Malaya including
seven partly-formed Gurkha battalions
three British battalions two battalions
of the Royal Malay Regiment and a
British Royal Artillery Regiment being
utilised as infantry This force was too
small to effectively meet the threat of
the communist terrorists or bandits
and more infantry battalions were
needed in Malaya The British brought
in soldiers from units such as the Royal
Marines Australian forces and Kings
African Rifles Another effort was a re-
formation of the Special Air Service in
1950 as a specialised reconnaissance
raiding and counter-insurgency unit
The society will next meet in
September Guests and new members
welcomed for more details phone
01842 879210 or 01953 882246
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 3
Attleborough Coffee amp Chat At St Maryrsquos Church Hall
Behind St Maryrsquos Attleborough Saturdays 10am to 1130 - Come and have a
coffee tea or maybe a scone and most importantly a chat
Following the amazing success of last
year‟s charity event Orphanage supporters
Ann and Terry Mahoney have decided to
put a Western slant
on the proceedings
by staging a ldquoTexas
Barbeque and
Rodeordquo
The event will take
place on Saturday
the 4th September at
Carbrooke Village
Hall from 7pm until
late and will include
Wild Bull Riding
Line Dancing Wild
West Trivia Quiz
and Prize Raffle
Dancing the night
away to Country
and Western
and Rockabilly
sounds
The pound10 admission
charge includes a
Texas style Chilli
and Jacket Potato
served with Anne‟s
special Barbequed
Spare Ribs
Coleslaw and
assorted Tex-Mex
goodies
Terry who is an
executive director of
the Humanitarian Concern Centre in
Kathmandu Nepal has with the continued
support of friends business colleagues and
comedian Frank Carson raised enough
money to pay for rent and school uniforms
for the 28 children at the orphanage and
enough money to provide them with a
healthy balanced diet for the year
Whilst in Nepal last October Terry
managed to negotiate a 5 year rental
agreement with the Orphanage landlord
This will be the first time the children have
been able to live anywhere longer than 12
months The new home has solar water
heating and 3 bathrooms Rather different
to the last one which had one bathroom
between all 28 of them no windows and an
open 4 storey concrete staircase
Terry says ldquoAll these children need in their
lives is some sort of stability what has been
achieved to date is living proof as to what a
relatively small amount of money in our
terms can do for those who literally have
nothingrdquo
All monies received will go directly to the
Orphanage Please come and help support
these childrenhellipwe are sure you‟ll all have
a mighty fine time For further information
please feel free to contact Terry at
tmahoneygotadslcouk or on 07713
122536
Pictured is Shristi Pariyar and some of the
younger children at the orphanage Shristi is
18 years old and has studied hard all the
way through school Her hard work was
rewarded with a scholarship and she is now
studying to become an accountant As the
oldest girl the other kids all look up to her
Texas style barbeque is the next fund raiser for Kathmandu Orphanage
(the five-year land supply) to meet their
RSS quota However the land supply is
often bigger than the Local Planning
Authority wished to allocate due to the
need to meet central targets
Uncertainty remains after the recent
announcement abolishing the Regional
Strategies as it did not abolish the five-
year supply requirement This could
mean that planning authorities aren‟t
able to prevent developments on land
that they were reluctant to put forward
originally and undermine the
Government‟s commitment to foster
more local support on developments
In a report to be presented to Breckland
Council‟s Development Control
Committee on the 2nd August
councillors are told that ldquoBreckland is
short of demonstrating a 5 year
deliverable supply of housing [ ] To
help remedy the situation Breckland will
consider applications for housing
favourably in line with the policies set
out in Paragraphs 71 and 69 and the
other policies in Planning Policy
Statement 3rdquo
The report then goes on to say ldquoIn
order to consider applications for
housing favourably [as above] it may
be necessary to make a departure from
the current development plan rdquo
This change in effect removes the
ability to ensure that development
takes place in accordance with the
current and future Local Development
Framework which has been the subject
of so much work in the past few years
More worryingly for residents living
near open land the report goes on to
suggest that if developers can show
that their proposal is available suitable
and achievable within the next five
years and does not transgress any
national policies then developments
outside the defined settlement
boundary may well be considered
favourably
This is the case with the proposed
development in Watton and residents
both there and near the remaining
green areas of the old RAF Watton site
and elsewhere in the town are deeply
concerned that they may have
unwelcome developments built quite
literally up the their garden fences
According to Breckland‟s own figures
in the report our area will be short of
the five year target by 2475 dwellings
and this has prompted fears locally of a
ldquodeveloper‟s gold rushrdquo as they seek to
gain planning permission on land
previously excluded resulting in
hundreds possibly thousands more
homes in our towns and villages
Mid Norfolk MP George Freeman has
written to Eric Pickles the Secretary of
State for Communities and Local
Government expressing his concern
that if left unaddressed this issue
could allow some property developers
to get around the Government‟s policy
of empowering local communities and
push through unpopular and unwanted
developments
Mr Freeman said ldquothe Government‟s
announcement to give local
communities control over what is
developed on their doorstep in very
welcome However I am concerned
that without a clarification the
legislation may unwittingly create a
Trojan horse The top-down demands
of the RSS may continue in ghost form
unless there is clear guidancerdquo
ldquoWymondham and Attleborough are
perfect examples of a problem we see
across our region whose character is
threatened by unrealistic commitments
to develop large housing estates These
estates are too often unpopular locally
not accompanied by sufficient
investment in local infrastructure and
forced on local communitiesrdquo
ldquoI share the concerns of many of our
local councillors that this may be a
loophole and I‟ve asked the Secretary
of State to clarify the position
urgentlyrdquo
The Mid-Norfolk Times approached
Breckland Council Leader Mr William
Nunn for a comment on Mr Freeman‟s
letter and the land situation in Watton
in particular but he was unavailable
for comment on this matter However a
report by the Interim Chief Executive
on this subject to the same meeting
says that the wards most likely to be
affected by the change are
Attleborough Dereham Swaffham
Thetford Watton Harling
Narborough Shipdham and Swanton
Morleyrdquo and it goes on to say
ldquoIn the financial year (2009-10) Breckland
only delivered 528 new dwellings
Currently Breckland only has a 193 year
supply of land making the District unable
to demonstrate a five year supply of land
Breckland has a high housing delivery
target and it is likely that large
predominantly greenfield sites will be
needed to meet these targets (M-NT
Italics) In future years the adoption of the
Site Specific Policies and Proposals
Document the Thetford Area Action Plan
and the Attleborough and Snetterton Heath
Area Action Plan will mean that
Breckland will be able to demonstrate a
five year supply of land
ldquoWhilst the District does not have a five
year supply of land PPS3 states at
paragraph 71 that they should look
favourably upon planning applications for
housing in areas within the Core Strategies
Spatial Vision In Breckland this refers to
the five market towns and four Local
Service Centres which received a positive
housing allocation Additionally paragraph
69 of PPS3 sets out criteria controlling the
quality and sustainability of housing
development which is predicated in the
five year supply caserdquo
(Continued from page 1)
Developer‟s Gold Rush
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 4 News
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Thursday 12th August Fakenham 930am amp 130pm Return Adult amp Child pound5 Frid 13th August Lowestoft Airshow 9am amp Return After Last Display Adult pound9 Child pound5 Sat 14th Aug Parrott ZooSkegness 9am amp 4pm Return Adult pound20pound1250 Child pound14pound9
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Sat 11th December Christmas Seaside Special Show at Cromer Adult pound22 Sun19th December Christmas Lunch at The Burrage Gorleston Adult pound20
Monday 20th December Wisbech Christmas Market 9am amp 4pm Return Adult pound10 Child pound550
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In September 1st Saham Toney
Brownies will be joining with
other members from Watton
District on an outing to Great
Yarmouth Organised by Norfolk
Girlguiding
It is called Seaside Sparkle and is
part of Girlguiding Centenary
celebrations
On Tuesday 17th August at
730pm at the Wells Cole
Community Centre Bell Lane
Saham Toney Robin Horn is
giving a talk and slide show on his
trip to Peru Robin has written a
short introduction to the talk
Three and a half years ago I
accepted a Macmillan Cancer
Support fundraising challenge
The final part of the challenge was
to spend four days hiking the Inca
Trail high in the Andean
Mountains of Peru This I did two
years ago The adventure took me
through magnificent scenery and
past Inca ruins ending up at the
fabulous site of Machu Picchu -
regarded by many as the eighth
wonder of the world
Come and find out more about his
trip and see the magnificent
scenery he experienced Tickets
are available from Bryony on
01953 889167 or at Adcocks in
Watton at pound3 each and include
refreshments There will also be a
raffle on the evening
Moneys raised will go towards
our special Centenary trip to
Seaside Sparkle - not quite Peru
but nevertheless an Adventure
Bryony Horn
Talk on Peru will help Brownies Sparkle
Almost a year ago I was driving through
Hingham just going past St Andrew‟s
Church when I saw a poster for an
exhibition The art group was having an
exhibition alongside as I discovered a
most talented and sociable group of
ladiesthe Hardingham Textile Group
Creeping quietly into the Church I was
greeted warmly by a number of people
but as my main interest is in working
with textiles I headed straight for a very
special part of an outstanding exhibition
The items I saw and was itching to
handle were of a wide variety and could
only serve to excite anyone connected
with a similar pleasurable pastime
I found out about joining this fabulous
group and did so in September 2009
Since that date I have been able to
explore and experiment with such things
as stitching with metals and clay transfer
printing kantha embroidery needle
painting metal thread work machine
stitching on water soluble fabrics
freestyle Florentine and Banjara bags
The list is endless and caters for varied
ages and levels of expertise
Encouragement and advice is always on
hand and of course there is always the
star pupil who I try to emulate (if only)
Once again it is time for the exhibition
which includes both traditional and
modern pieces in Hingham Church from
Wednesday 1st September to Saturday
4th September 2010 inclusive Opening
times are from 9am to 5pm on
Wednesday to Friday and 9am to 4pm on
Saturday Admission is free The
Hingham and Hardingham Art Group
will be having their annual art exhibition
alongside Steph George
Norfolk County Councils Environment
Transport and Development overview and
scrutiny panel have been told it would cost
pound88m next year (2011-12) to restore roads
to their 2006-07 condition The report
acknowledges that this is unaffordable
The structural maintenance budget this year
is pound367m and Government funding is
expected to be cut further in the autumn
A report to the Panel says that the overall
condition of Norfolks county road network
was relatively stable when assessed last
autumn - but the impact of the harsh winter
and the effectiveness of repairs and
increased investment this year will not
become clear until the roads are surveyed
in the coming autumn (2010)
The panel were told that on A roads early
intervention through measures such as
surface dressing has achieved some
improvements and a reduction in the
maintenance backlog However the
condition of B and C class roads and
bridges has shown some deterioration
Although the condition of roads is
relatively stable year on year
Adrian Gunson Cabinet member for travel
and transport said Since 200405 the
money we have spent on structural
maintenance has remained almost static in
cash terms but inflation means that we can
only carry out about two thirds of the
volume of work we were able to do five
years ago Careful targeting of resources by
our engineers intervening at the right time
with the right treatments has helped
maintain a safe network and limited further
deterioration With even less money in the
years ahead maintaining our roads to
ensure safety and prevent rapid
deterioration is likely to take priority over
improvement projects
It‟s a reading revolution that is sweeping
the country and it‟s now taking off in
Norfolk as people catch on to the benefits
of ebooks
Norfolk County Council‟s Library Service
launched its digital library on 10 May and
between then and the end of June 443
people have downloaded 1085 ebooks
While this falls some way short of the
1010007 traditional books borrowed from
Norfolk libraries in May and June with
more and more people preferring to receive
information electronically the library
service predicts this gap will soon start to
narrow
As with its traditional book loan service it
costs nothing to borrow an ebook from the
library and at the end of the loan period ndash
which can be either seven 14 or 21 days ndash
the ebook file will be automatically deleted
from the borrower‟s device meaning there
is never any danger of paying overdue
charges All people need to borrow an
ebook is a personal PC with internet access
and to be a member of the library service ndash
which is also free to join
Derrick Murphy Cabinet Member for
Cultural Services at Norfolk County
Council said ldquoPhysical books are still
at the heart of our libraries and will be
for a very long time to come The new
ebooks loan service is a great
development though and offers library
members choice about how they want
to read ndash for some people it will be a
more attractive and practical alternative
than borrowing a pile of paperbacks in
person The reaction to ebooks has
been fantastic so far and we‟ll continue
to grow and improve the service
according to demand and customer
feedbackrdquo
The main advantage an ebook has over a
paper or hardback version is that it is
simply an electronic file and thus
completely weightless When stored on an
ereader device potentially hundreds of
books can be taken and read anywhere
making them popular with people who like
to read on the go With the summer
holidays about to start the library service is
anticipating more interest in ebooks from
holidaymakers who like to read on the
beach or by the pool
There are 2426 ebooks in the Norfolk
digital library and up to six titles can be
borrowed by one person at any one time
Ebooks that have recently become available
to borrow include Love in a Cold Climate
by Nancy Mitford Witches Abroad by
Terry Pratchett and The Count of Monte
Cristo by Alexandre Dumas
To become a member of Norfolk County
Council‟s library service visit
wwwlibrariesnorfolkgovuk Existing
members can access the digital library and
borrow ebooks via a link on the same page
Not all ereaders are compatible with the
system Norfolk libraries uses for a list of
compatible devices see the link at the top of
the digital library homepage
Textile and Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Hingham
Maintaining the condition of Norfolk‟s roads bdquounaffordable‟
Some famous people such as Sir Richard
Branson Dame Judi Dench Prunella
Scales Sir Ian Mckellen Joanna Lumley
Sir John Major Felicity Kendal Joan
Collins Sir Michael Caine Stephen Fry
Nicholas Parsons and Bob Flowerdew have
all contributed recipes and stories to a new
book of recipes entitled ldquoAble to Cookrdquo
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of Able
Community Care a cookery book bdquoAble to
Cook‟ has been published with funds raised
from the book sales going to Age UK
(Norfolk) and Connects and Co a charity
which supports young carers
Able Community Care was established by
Angela Gifford in Norwich in 1980 The
company provides live-in carer schemes
throughout Great Britain and the Channel
Islands a true alternative to moving into a
residential care setting
Angela Gifford explained the idea behind
the book ldquoOver the years many recipes
have been passed down to us from care
workers and clients And when considering
how to celebrate our pearl anniversary a
cookery book made up of our care workers
and clients dishes came to mindrdquo
ldquoLater to enhance this idea and to help
raise funds for our chosen charities we
decided to seek recipes from famous
people who had a link with Norfolk and
ask them for a reason why they liked to
cook their chosen reciperdquo
The result is bdquoAble to Cook‟ The book
enables cooks to have fun and cook with
the stars whilst raising money for charity at
the same time ndash the perfect combination
Readers can buy the book on line at
wwwuk-carecom or if you don‟t have
Internet please ring 01603 764567
You‟ll be bdquoAble to Cook‟ with this book
Norfolk County Council libraries invite you to join the ebook revolution
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 5
Attleborough High School and Sixth Form
Centre presented a cheque for pound40700 to
Dr Henry Mannings of Star Throwers the
Wymondham based Cancer support
charity Students of the school had raised
the money for the charity as they wanted to
support the wonderful work that this
charity carries out in the local community
After Dr Mannings presented an assembly
at the school and after a Sixth Form visit
to the charity base students were eager to
raise money to help the important work of
the charity Year 12 students wanted to be
able to donate the funds to provide the
charity with another educational model for
identifying a common form of cancer the
pound407 donated on this occasion will allow
this
Star Throwers (wwwstarthrowersorguk)
has been in development for a number of
years finally launching in September
2009 Star Throwers is a not-for-profit
registered charity run entirely by
passionate volunteers dedicated to
supporting and advising people in East
Anglia who are affected by cancer or are
at particular risk of developing cancer The
charity seeks to provide a range of advice
for cancer prevention and treatment for
sufferers and their families and to develop
educational opportunities so people can
make informed choices about their
treatment and to increase the awareness
necessary for cancer prevention in lifestyle
choices As well as detailed up to date
advice about cancer and all forms of
medical treatment the charity also offers a
range of complementary therapies to
support those who are suffering from the
disease and their relatives These presently
include Massage Reiki Reflexology
family counselling and osteopathy The
charity aims to educate the public on the
prevention of cancer They are constantly
developing their education programme and
can offer focussed workshops on different
aspects of the disease to inform and help
prevention
Dr Mannings commented ldquoStar Throwers
would like to thank Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre staff and
students for the money they have raised
today and in the past for our charity We
have developed good links with this school
ndash Sixth Formers recently attended a series
of workshops at the charity base in
Wymondham It is so important that we
have opportunities to educate young
people about their health whether it be
methods of checking themselves for signs
of cancer or how to develop a healthy
lifestyle that helps to maximise their
chances of preventing cancerrdquo
Dr Henry Mannings of Star Throwers
Charity in Wymondham receiving a
cheque from Asisitant Headteacher
Carmina McConnell with students from
the school at Attleborough High School
and Sixth Form
Centre
If you need some
help or advice or
feel that you could
get involved and
assist Star
Throwers in their
quest to support
those touched by
cancer in East
Anglia please call
on 01953 423304
or go to their
website
Attleborough High School Supports Star Throwers
Sometimes called the father of
English literature Chaucer is
credited by some scholars as the
first author to demonstrate the
artistic legitimacy of the
vernacular Middle English rather
than French or Latin and though
he died in October 1400 his work
echoes down through the
centuries most notably perhaps
through the Canterbury Tales
The Chaucer Man Trevor Eaton
in his visits and performances to
Primary and Secondary Schools
and Colleges all over the country
has introduced some 100000
school pupils of all ages to live
Chaucer
Mr Eaton is a graduate of New
College Oxford and the
University of Kent at Canterbury
A former University Lecturer in
Anglo-Saxon and Middle English
he founded and edited for 30
years the international review
ldquoJournal of Literary Semanticsrdquo
He has published several books
on linguistics and literature and
has commercially recorded 20 full
-length cassettes in Middle
English (for Pearl Records) The
Canterbury Tales (complete) Sir
Gawain and the Green Knight and
Pearl His 2 CD set recording of
Beowulf unabridged in Anglo-
Saxon was featured in
Kaleidoscope on BBC Radio 4
He has given more than 1200
performances of Chaucers Tales
and has appeared at the
Cheltenham Festival of Literature
the Chaucer Festival in
Canterbury Garden Festival
Wales Rochester Literary
Festival and the Swansea Fringe
Festival
The Chaucer Man will visit your
school or college and present your
choice of Chaucers works in
Middle English pronunciation
bringing the texts to life Some
Tales he knows by heart
simultaneously reciting in Middle
English and acting the story
There is no limit to the size of the
audience - the more the merrier in
fact - though an appropriate
number of teachers should be
present If you would like to find
out more you can Contact the
Chaucer Man on 01303 260 380
The Chaucer Man
The World‟s Biggest Coffee
Morning is back and this year
the charity needs your help
even more than before due to
the economic climate Can you
help them If so all you need to
do is register to take part and
you will receive a free
fundraising pack so you can
help even more people living
with cancer
This year‟s bdquoWorld‟s Biggest
Coffee Morning‟ event takes
place on Friday 24 September
Helen Chapman Fundraising
Manager for Macmillan Cancer
Support said bdquoLast year
pound184000 was raised in Norfolk
from 800 events It would be
wonderful if readers who have
held events before could go one
step further by raising an extra
pound50 at their events If everyone
did this we could potentially
raise pound225000‟
There are currently 2 million
people living with cancer in the
UK and one in three of us will
be affected by cancer at some
point during our lifetime
Macmillan is most famous for
its nurses but we do provide
other support including a free
phone line for anyone affected
by cancer financial support for
things like hospital trips and we
also campaign for better cancer
care So every cup of coffee on
24 September really will count
Everyone can make their cuppa
count by holding a coffee
morning at home at work or at
school To hold a coffee morning
for Macmillan register by
calling 0845 602 1246 or visit
wwwmacmillanorgukcoffee
Unable to hold an event Then
why not make a donation to
Macmillan by calling the above
number and paying by debit or
credit card
Will you be putting a smile on your Coffee Mug
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 6 News
The Boo amp Hiss Theatre Company Proudly Presents
an Amateur Production of
Tickets pound5
On Sale Wednesday
1st September
From Mullenger amp Co
High Street Watton
01953 883 474
If you dont find
these pictures of
just a few of the
cast scary enough
Then Just Wait Till
The Spirits Rise
In the
Queens H
all Thursday 23rd
Friday 24th
Saturday 25th
Septem
ber
I am the Archivist and Registrar for the
Pre-1940 Triumph Owners Club and
also the proud owner of two 1930‟s
Triumph Gloria saloons Over the past
10 years I have been busy expanding
the club‟s records to help gain a better
idea of the original Triumph Motor
Company‟s (1923 to 1940) production
of models and numbers manufactured
It is currently estimated that in total
Triumph built 35000 vehicles which is
less than a large motor company such
as Morris would produce in a year
Unfortunately the company collapsed
just before the outbreak of war and
during the Coventry Blitz all
production records were destroyed
Thankfully the Triumph name survived
and became even more popular after
the war when Standard bought what
was then just a bdquopaper‟ company One
of the very few tangible links between
the two companies was Walter
Belgrove Triumph‟s chief stylist who
went on to join Standard and designed
the TR2 sports car
During my research I have met and
corresponded with many past owners
of these coach built cars from all over
the world Receiving so many
interesting accounts of life with these
cars gave me the idea to write and
publish a book featuring them In 2005
I released my first book and following
its success in sales and attracting more
stories and family photos over the past
5 years As the result I have now
published Volume 2
Pre-1940 Triumph Motor Cars from
Family Photograph Albums ndash Volume
2 is a high quality hard-bound book
with 128 pages containing 113
nostalgic memories of life with these
Pre-war Triumphs from all over the
world (including six from Norfolk)
illustrated with bdquofamily snaps‟ from
1920‟s to early 1970‟s It covers a
broad range of Triumph models such as
Super Sevens Southern Crosses
Glorias Vitesses and Dolomites
I am also pleased to say that I arranged
for the book to be printed and bound
locally which is not common these
days with so many printers and binders
closing down as a result of strong
overseas competition
The book costs pound20 plus pound482 pampp
and as with my first book is only
available direct from me at the address
below
I have already started Volume 3 and
with time marching on I am
experiencing more difficulty in finding
people who either owned or
remembered these stylish cars when
they were used as everyday transport
Therefore I will be very pleased to
hear from and speak with anyone who
has memories and photos of these Pre-
war Triumphs so that they can be
saved and enjoyed forever in print
Every account is of great value to me
and the club as at the very least it adds
another car to our records If it is
already recorded I may be able to
advise who first owned it or its
eventual fate
Graham Shipman Brick Kiln Farm
Shropham Norfolk NR17 1ED
Email gsbkfbtinteretcom Tel
01953 498 180
Pictured is Graham standing by the
drivers door of his 1936 Gloria Vitesse
with Roger amp Edna Barnes
Nostalgic motoring book released by local author
Mrs Cath Mills Head Teacher of Great Ellingham And Rocklands Primary
Schools retired form her post in July She joined Great Ellingham Primary
School in 1999 as deputy head teacher In 2003 she became acting head before
being appointed head teacher in 2004 Since then she has led the school forward
through many changes
Mrs Mills has overseen a large building project which gave the school four
spacious new classrooms and transformed the teaching environment The school
grounds have also been rejuvenated with a pirate ship trim trail vegetable patch
and wildlife area The school is now bursting at the seams and a happy and lively
place for the children to learn
In 2007 Great Ellingham went into partnership with Rocklands Primary School
and since then Mrs Mills has had responsibility for both schools
Among other refurbishments Rocklands Primary School now has a new Servery
and can offer proper school lunches as well as vastly extended and improved
facilities for Class One
Superb management has
even enabled this small
village school to maintain
three classes when so many
schools have had to make
cuts
Mrs Mills has taken the
partnership through its early
days and established a strong
relationship that utilises the
expertise from both schools
With her friendly but
thorough approach Mrs
Mills leaves both schools in
good spirits and with great
potential to go forward and
improve She will be greatly
missed and the Governors
Staff and pupils wish her all
the best for her bdquoretirement‟
Both schools now look
forward to welcoming Mrs
Heather Ware as their new
head teacher from
September
Popular Head Teacher Retires
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 7
Rocklands Great Bank Holiday Art amp Craft Fair is on Monday 30th August in Rocklands Manor Meadows and the Big
Black Barns Open from 11 am to 5 pm there will be arts and crafts food drink plants music machines and more
Popular potters like Heather Graham and Felicity Hoyle are coming again and new to us this year is Jo Sweeting
who is exhibiting her stone and letter carving along with many other specially chosen craftsmen Wildlife artist
Jonathan Yule is exhibiting for us this year and miniaturist Edith Clarke is another one of our new exhibitors ndash and
what about Christopher Hoyle ndash do you know his work Come and find out
On the veranda we have the
sketching supremo Chris
Riddell the political
cartoonist of the
Observer and illustrator
and co-author of the
Edge Chronicles
drawing pencil portraits
of you or your loved
ones for only pound500 In
the meadows we have
garden sculpture by Si
Uwin and Martin Pigg
plants for sale Pat Ram‟s
War Memorabilia and
displays of Static
Engines and Iron Works
When you need a rest we
have The Rum Brothers
Band playing again for
us while you eat a
ploughman‟s tea and
cakes hot dogs ice
cream and we have the
bar laid on by the
Rocklands White Hart
The gardens woods and
ponds are yours to enjoy
all day All this for just
adults pound3 children pound100
infants free parking free
pay on the gate
Rocklands Manor
Scoulton Road Rockland
St Peter NR17 1UW
01953 483226
For St Peter‟s Church
e-mail salesbobsmobilescouk
If you happen to be in the Queens Hall
on Thursday 23th Friday 24th or
Saturday 25th September then it
probably will be But it might be hard
to hear over the roars of laughter that
are bound to echo around the Queens
Hall in Watton as the Boo and Hiss
Theatre Company present their 2010
show Laughter in the Dark
In a change from the trend of recent
years of performing popular television
shows such as ldquoAllo Allordquo ldquoAre You
Being Servedrdquo etc and most recently
last year‟s acclaimed production of
ldquoDads Armyrdquo Boo and Hiss have
taken on a really challenging
production of Laughter in the Dark by
Victor Lucas
Laughter in the Dark is an immensely
funny play which takes place at
Creeching Cheeney in deepest darkest
somewhere and strange but very funny
happenings are occurring An oddly
assorted group of people (and we don‟t
mean the cast but rather the
characters though both statements
might be true but I digress) Anyway
this oddball bunch are assembled on a
snowy Christmas Eve to hear the
readings of a will laying down certain
stipulations before they can inherit
their legacies
A creepy butler skeletons ghosts and
rattling chains add to the excitement in
the snowbound house and an uninvited
guest in the shape of a large Red
Indian rampages through this hilarious
romp
This is quite a large production
featuring some of the Company‟s best
loved performers and we don‟t think it
is too much of an exaggeration to say
that we have all been surprised how the
characters have matched the players
From the creepy old Butler played by
Keith Gilbert the delightful Bunny
Tucker played by Stacy Wilkinson
Alethea and Herbert Budget played by
Rita Lake and Alan Abel to Alec
ldquolavish lavishrdquo Ogleby played by
Gavin Challis and his PA Lydia
Prentice played by Fleur ldquoNone Betterrdquo
Revell Lake
With some bright young faces and one
or two more scary old ones there can
be no doubt you are in for a treat We
are not going to give any more away
except to say that tickets go on sale on
Wednesday 1st September so we
suggest you don‟t leave it too long
before you get yours because this looks
like being a sell-out production
Is that the rattling of chains I can hear
Why are there not more litter bins
in public spaces and around
schools Do the police treat young
offenders differently to older ones
How often are school busses
checked for safety
These were just some of the questions
put to the panels of senior public
services officials by the Breckland
Youth Select Committee last Thursday
at the EcoTech Centre in Swaffham
The grillings were the culmination
of a day in which over 80 children
from Charles Burrell Old
Buckenham and Northgate High
Schools and Sacred Heart Convent
School learnt the importance of
getting involved in community
issues and how they can influence
things that affect them
They split into four groups to talk about
the environment anti-social behaviour
leisure and transport Working with
Officers from Breckland Council each
group identified what the common
important issues are and designed
questions which they later put to the
panels
Breckland Council Executive Member
for Communities and Benefits Adrian
Stasiak and his Executive Support
Member Lynda Turner took part in the
event and both were impressed by the
experience
Mr Stasiak commented ldquoI know that
the young people involved enjoyed the
day and I hope it may encourage them
to become bdquoVocal Locals‟ within their
communities Maybe they might even
be inspired to put themselves forward
to become a Youth Councillor in the
next Breckland Youth Council
Elections in February 2011rdquo
Lynda was also impressed by the
quality of the exchanges
ldquoSitting on the panel was a big
challenge with some testing questions
across a wide range of issues It was
also a day of honesty and learning for
all involved The questions also
stimulated discussion and debate and
that is what democracy is all aboutrdquo
Local services chiefs put to the test by youngsters
Northgate high school pupils prepare questions for the panel Kate
Mitchell 14 (left) and Rowan Collins 14
Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair on 30th August
I write this months article after
returning from the funeral of our
oldest regular producer Joan
Redgell who died on 30th June at
the age of 90 Many of you have
been warmed by her knitted gloves
and scarves or charmed by the baby
clothes she knitted We extend our
heartfelt sympathy to John and the
rest of her large family Our other
knitters continue to provide the
lovely garments that have proved so
popular with our customers
Next month you will be seeing
posters in many places promoting
British Food fortnight you dont
have to wait so long to buy British
food at Watton Country Market All
our food is produced within a ten
mile radius of Watton and brought
fresh to Market every Wednesday
morning
Our crafters are all local people too
as well as knitted goods we have a
wide range of etched glass turned
wood CE approved wooden toys
jewellery and greetings cards for all
occasions All our producers are
happy to accept special orders
Our cooks all have current hygiene
certificates and their kitchens have
been checked by the Environment
Agency to ensure food safety in all
our products Our eggs too come
from a local farm
Please visit us any Wednesday
morning between 830 and 1130
am in the Watton Christian
Community Centre Come early if
you want the widest possible choice
In the smaller hall at the rear of the
Centre the Methodist ladies serve
coffee and tea so you can shop and
relax without any extra journey
British food every week at Watton Country Market
The latest in our very successful
Wayland Partnership Craft Fairs is
being held on Saturday 27th
November between 10am ndash 2pm at
the Queens Hall Watton
Our aim is to promote the handmade
work of talented individuals and
provide them with a venue where they
can exhibit and sell their work directly
to the public We also want to provide
the public with an opportunity to
purchase quality handmade crafts and
allow them to speak with the people
who make them
We carefully select exhibitors to
ensure that the standards of crafts are
kept high and that there is a varied
range of crafts showcased at each
event If you are looking for something
different and if quality and
affordability are important to you you
will find what you are looking for at a
Wayland Partnership Craft Fair At this
point in time we have our quota of card
and jewellery producers
Bookings for tables are now being
taken please contact Susan
Hollingworth 01953 880205 or email
susanwaylandorguk for further
information
Autumn Craft Fair
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 8 News
Festival dos Santos Populares em Watton
Esta celebraccedilatildeo acontece
por todo o Pais para
festejar os Santos
O primeiro `e o St
Antόnio que `e mais
festejado na cidade de
Lisboa onde se faz um
casamento onde participam varios
noivos ao mesmo tempo a que chama-
mos as Noivas de St Antόnio
O Segundo S Joatildeo que `e mais
festejado na cidade do Porto em que o
ponto alto da festas satildeo os fogos de
artifiacutecio no fim da noite
O terceiro `e S Pedro que em Sintra
(Lisboa) `e a cidade onde `e mais
comemorado embora como todos os
outros satildeo festejado por todo o pais
Tudo isto `e festejado e comemorado
com muita muacutesica as ruas decoradas
com flores e outras decoraccedilotildees feitas de
papel comida especial como natildeo
poderia deixar de ser a Sardinha e o
Chouriccedilo Assado e a especial soupa de
Caldo Verde como foi feito em Watton
Foi um dia fantaacutestico Com a
participaccedilatildeo de diferentes
comunidades InglesaPolacaLituania
e claro Portugueses Foi um grande
conviviu onde todos se deliciaram com
a comida a musica e o Tempo que
esteve tatildeo quente nesse dia
Com a participaccedilatildeo de quase 100
pessoas incluindo crianccedilas foi um dia
inesquecivel que foi festejado por todos
os partecipantes
A organizaccedilatildeo quer agradecer a todas
as pessoas que tornaram este dia
possivel
O Breckland (suporte financeiro)
Wayland House Watton Junior School
Project Rainbow Watton Service
Centre Tina Cruz ndash Watton Family
Support Rute Ferreira Dulce Pires
Antonio P Teresa Francisco Batista
and Otilia C
O numero da rifa `e o 51
Eu espero que para o prόximo ano
tenhamos mais participantes
OBRIGADO a todos
Festiwal Popularnych świętych w Watton
Tej uroczystości
odbywa się w
całym kraju z
okazji Wszystkich
Świętych
Pierwszy i ktoacutere św Antonio
i najbardziej znanych w
Lizbonie gdzie znajduje się
małżeństwo ktoacutera dotyczyła
kilku chłopakoacutew w tym samym
czasie że nazywa się
Oblubienicą St Antonio
II i S Joatildeo że najbardziej
znanych w mieście Porto gdzie
punktem kulminacyjnym
uroczystości są fajerwerki na
koniec nocy
Trzeciego i S Pedro gdy pos roacutewnież
obchodzony w całym kraju co inne
Sintra (Lisboa) i miasto gdzie i
bardziej obchodzi
Wszystko to i wiele sławy
obchodzony z muzyką ulice
udekorowane kwiatami i upiększanie
inne papierowe jedzenie bardzo
szczegoacutelne ponieważ nie może już być
Sardine i Choriceras Tricorne
specjalnych Soup i palona Green Juice
jak miało to miejsce w Watton
To był fantastyczny dzień Z udziałem
roacuteżnych społeczności Angielski
Polski Litwy i oczywiście po
portugalsku To było wielkie żyli gdzie
ludzie byli zadowoleni z jedzenia
muzyki i pogody ktoacutera była tak gorąca
że dzień
Z udziałem blisko 100 osoacuteb w tym
dzieci był pamiętny dzień ktoacutery był
zachwycony wszyscy uczestnicy
rozdziału
Organizacja chce podziękować
wszystkim ktoacuterzy tego dnia możliwe
Breckland (wsparcie finansowe)
Wayland House Watton Junior
SchoolProject Rainbow Watton
Service Centre Tina Cruz - Watton
Family Support Rute Ferreira Dulce
Pires Antonio P Teresa Francisco
Batista Otilia i C Liczba loterii i 51
Mam nadzieję że więcej uczestnikoacutew
w przyszłym roku Dziękuję wszystkim
Popular Saints Festival in Watton The celebration was about the Saints
that we commemorate for all our
country The first Saint Anthony is
most celebrated in Lisbon City were
they hold a big wedding ceremony with
lots of grooms at the same time
The second is Saint John the biggest
festival is celebrated in Porto City with
a spectacular firework display at the
end of the night
The last one Saint Peter is most
commemorated in Sintra (Lisbon) and
is very important as well
All the celebrations include music and
all the roads are decorated with paper
flowers and other displays The special
food is barbecued Sardines and
Chourico with Soup Caldo Verde like
we did here in Watton
It was a fantastic day This event
had the participation of the many
different communities including
English Polish Lithuanian and
Portuguese The mix of people
enjoyed the food the music and the
weather which was very hot day
With nearly 100 people attending
including children it was an
unforgettable day for everybody
The organisers want to thank
everyone who helped make this
event possible including Breckland
Council Wayland House Watton
Junior School Project Rainbow
Watton Service Centre Tina Cruz ndash
Watton Family Support and Rute
Ferreira Dulce Pires Antonio P
Teresa Francisco Batista and Otilia
C The winning raffle ticket was
number 51 We hope many more of
you will attend next year THANK
YOU to everybody
On August 8th Taylor along with
Tom Dave and his dad Richard
will be embarking on a sponsored
bike ride The intrepid quartet will
be negotiating the blue route in
Thetford Forests High Lodge
The route is over 8 miles of a
tough forest track and the team
will complete 7 circuits over 50
miles in total and should take just
under 10 hours to complete
In January Taylor successfully
completed a scholarship weekend
at Gordonstoun School in
Scotland and has since been told
that He has won an all-round
scholarship to study there
Mr Rose Wayland Community
High Schools Head teacher said
ldquoTaylor is a remarkable young
man very determined and
motivated keen to increase his
knowledge and understanding
across all the subjects he studies
Since his early trip to
Gordonstoun last year I have had
no doubt he would gordquo
ldquoHe has developed into a very
mature and intelligent young man
ndash we are very proud of what he
has achieved so far and are sure
he will make his mark in society
in years to come He will be the
10th student to gain a scholarship
to Gordonstoun in the last 3 years
and will be a great ambassador for
Norfolk and Wayland Well done
Taylorrdquo
Taylor has developed a caring
nature growing up helping his
parents with his disabled sister
and is keen to enrol in the local
services and also the international
service that is on offer at
Gordonstoun He is also keen to
join the Royal Navy as an
Engineering Officer
The team will be raising money
for the Gordonstoun Fund and
also for SSAFA ndash Soldiers
Sailors Airmen Families
Association forces help Taylor
would like to give back to the
Gordonstoun fund so that others
can have the chance that he has
been given
For more details or to sponsor a
member of the team go to
wwwmerijetacoukbikeride or
call 07547 ndash 669688
Riding to Raise Funds
ART Stoke Ferry Church The All Saints Painters 2010
exhibition proved to be even more
successful than last year The artists
welcomed around 500 visitors to the
event All commented on the very
high quality and variety of work
displayed and on the beauty of the
venue Many originating from Stoke
Ferry shared memories and were
delighted to find the church in such
good order and in use again
The artists thank all who came to
view or buy The All Saints
Painters are particularly grateful to
their Patron Kit Hesketh- Harvey
for generously allowing them to use
the church building and to all those
who supported their exhibition by
publicising the event
Flushed with this years success
The All Saints Painters aim to
hold a better and bigger exhibition
next year from Saturday 21st May
to Sunday 5th June 2011 The
artists look forward to welcoming
many more visitors to this annual
feature of the Stoke Ferry
calendar Please come along to
enjoy a delightful event in a lovely
venue and to support local Norfolk
artists
Loch Neaton Management Committee 2010 Annual General Meeting The Annual General Meeting of
the Loch Neaton Management
Committee will take place at
1900 on Monday 12th August
2010 at Watton Sports Centre
Dereham Road Watton
All persons are invited from the
area of benefit to which the
Charity refers which is Watton
plus a four mile radius
Should anyone from the area of
benefit wish to be considered for
one of the elected posts then
application forms can be obtained
from Watton Sports Centre and
Adcock‟s High Street Watton
The forms must be returned by
1200 Saturday 7th August 2010
to Paul Cooper 21 Nelson Court
Watton IP25 6EL
Picture Supplied
HARMONY QUILTING
A Professional Machine Quilting Service
You do the patchwork I do the quilting
For Quilting Wadding amp Backing Prices
wwwharmonyquiltingcouk
Tel 01953 882484
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 9
Our annual School Fete and Family
Fun Evening in July was an immense
success our most profitable to date
Massive thanks go to the PTA
committee for organising this and
spending many weeks labouring over
the details Also a big thank you to all
members of staff parents pupils and
public who turned up to support the
event and to the many governors who
appeared in force to help set up and
man stalls It is a perennial problem of
ours being such a little school that we
have many wonderful ideas and too
few parents to enact them Finally
thanks are due to all the local
businesses which supported this event
with their generous donations of money
and prizes
The BBQ and noodle stand were
hugely popular as of course was the
bar Children enjoyed the inflatable
slide and bouncy castle bowling for the
pig duck fishing lucky dip and
everyone enjoyed the dancing karate
and guitar demonstrations Of course
there were heaps of other smaller stands
all providing much fun and succour It
was one of the hottest days of the
summer so far and this brought many
folk out to promenade around our local
village hall and a great evening
finished with live music from a local
group
Sports Day the following Wednesday
did not have quite such good weather
but that was a relief to all those
participating in the races as well as the
onlookers All pupils worked very hard
for their team and had great fun The
parents were particularly competitive in
the bdquotossing the pancake‟ race It was
very close between the teams this year
but congratulations are due to the Blue
team The entire school had a grand day
out at the Norfolk Show Staff and
helpers did an amazing job keeping
track of the children amongst so many
people The pupils completed lots of
school trails - the dancing sheep were
particularly popular We also visited the
Ben Burgess stand where the school
students were very fortunate to see an
exhibition of their own agricultural
artwork
The whole school attended the
dress rehearsal of the English
Youth Ballets production of
Sleeping Beauty at the end of
June For almost all children
this was their introduction to
this art form It was a
spectacular production - made
all the more because apart
from the principal dancers the
caste was made up of young
dancers from local dance
schools - including two pupils
from Great Ellingham In an
unusual and ingenious twist to
the traditional tale the fairies
(good and bad) were Princess
Auroras aunts and instead of
the thick forest growing around
the castle the 100 years sleep
was conceived of in terms of
cryogenics the characters
being preserved by being deep-
frozen
Finally the end of the school
year was celebrated in true
Rocklands style with a year six
leavers assembly and an all-
singing all-acting production
of Treasure Island We also bid
a very sad farewell to our head
teacher (and that of our
partnership school -Great
Ellingham) Cath Mills is off to
a well-deserved retirement but
if her travel plans are anything
to go by she will not be idle
Many many thanks Mrs Mills
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Rockland School news
Mr Mark Alcock and Mr Chris
Edwards newsagents with more
than 70 years‟ trading experience
between them are pleased to
announce the reopening of the
convenience store previously
known as Candy Cave under the
new name of Shipdham Stores
(trading as Ideal part of the Ideal
Group) Ideal are a cooperative
buying group for the independent
Newsagent and Convenience store
operator throughout the eastern
counties and ensure Ideal businesses
can compete with the supermarkets
by combining their buying power
The store will carry a wide range of
convenience food and groceries
together with newspapers
magazines and an off licence (from
late August) and will reopen
properly in early August They will
also be offering a full delivery
service for newspapers and
magazines to the Shipdham and
Bradenham area
Presently planned to be open from
6am to 8pm it will be run under the
management of Joss Gage whose
previous experience includes his
appointment as Waitrose‟s youngest
department manager in the UK and
also a year with Chris Edwards
Mr Edwards said ldquoMark and I are
delighted to have Joss managing
Shipdham Stores for us he really
understands what customer service
means and we pride ourselves
delivering the very highest
standardsrdquo
Mr Alcock said ldquoWe plan to put
Shipdham Stores at the very centre
of village life delivering quality
products with a quality service
Every single customer is the focus
of all that we dordquo
Mr Edwards added ldquoWe have long
experience of serving Norfolk
people with good value products
and regard every customer as a
friendrdquo
From Candy Cave to Shipdham Stores
It was some 40 years ago when Paul
purchased his first fish and chip shop
in deepest Suffolk 5 years later Steve
joined forces as a business partner and
together they have had fish and chip
shops in Norfolk (a few shops)
London Middlesex Surrey
Hertfordshire Essex and Suffolk
Finally they came back to Norfolk 22
years ago and spent 12 happy years at
Mattishall Fish Bar then they went to
Loddon and following a 2 year break
from the fat and fish due to health
reasons they then had a 2 year run
with a chippie in Norwich before they
had the opportunity to purchase a fish
and chip shop in Watton and the rest is
history
Paul said ldquoWhen we came to Watton
some 6 years ago we were made very
welcome and we would like to thank
each and every one of our customers
who has sampled our fish and chips
and who have become our friendsrdquo
ldquoWe built up such a busy fish and chip
shop serving what we believed was
the very best in good fish and chipsrdquo
As many readers now know Paul and
Steve have sold the bdquoWatton Plaice‟
because of the on-going cancer
treatment Steve is receiving
ldquoChemotherapy is not a very pleasant
treatment and to continue working a 12
hour day was becoming more and
more difficultrdquo
Paul continued ldquoIt was a very very
difficult decision for us to make to
leave a wonderful business with such
loyal customers but health has to come
before wealth and we know that this
chemo treatment Steve is having will
give him a welcome ray of sunshine
for the futurerdquo
ldquoUnfortunately until the exchange of
contracts and completion of the sale of
The Watton Plaice at the same time on
Monday 28th June we had no idea if it
would happen and could not let you
know because we didnt know
ourselves and we are sorry we couldn‟t
say goodbye to more of our friends
personallyrdquo
ldquoAs far as we are aware the new
owners are not changing our operation
and the fish and chips will be the same
so please give them your wonderful
support as you gave usrdquo
ldquoBoth Steve and I wish a heartfelt
thank you to each and every one of you
who were so very happy with our fish
and chips and became our friendsrdquo
There is one rather sad piece of news to
add Sophie Paul and Steve‟s cocker
spaniel sadly passed away with heart
failure on Tuesday 29th June
Farewell to the ldquoPlaicerdquo
We began our June meeting with a
minute‟s silence in memory of Jackie
Swain whose funeral had been in the
morning The main business
commenced amp
arrangements
were made for
the Safari Supper
on July 3rd
The speaker for
the evening was
Gerry Baxter on
ldquoThe Origins amp
Traditions of the
Pearly Kings amp
Queensrdquo The
first Pearly King
was Henry Croft
who left the
workhouse aged
13 to become a
road sweeper amp
rat catcher amp was
involved in the
Working Class
Movement He
decided to raise
money for the
poor when he
befriended a
group of
costermongers
who helped each
other in times of
trouble Henry
decided to dress
up so that when
he was raising money he would attract
the attention of the crowd The first
garment was a flat cap which he
decorated with pearl buttons which
were the cheapest they could buy Then
jackets trousers amp skirts were made
with special patterns of buttons on
them Soon hospitals churches amp
charities asked him to raise funds for
the needy so Henry asked the
costermongers to help Eventually all
the London Boroughs had a Pearly
King amp Queen To this day the title is
passed down through the family Henry
Croft‟s great ndash granddaughter is the
Pearly Queen of Somer‟s Town
Mr Baxter brought along several
garments including his daughter‟s
christening
gown All the
patterns had a
personal
meaning amp he
sews on
several
thousands of
buttons onto
each item We
were surprised
by the weight
of one of his
jackets
Because pearl
buttons are so
expensive amp
difficult to
find they are
re-cycled from
old outfits We
are hoping to
collect real
pearl buttons
amp send them
to him Mr
Baxter also
brought many
photos of past
amp present
Pearly
Families He
now lives in
Suffolk but still holds the title of
Pearly King of Streatham amp
continues to raise money for charity
Betty Campbell gave the vote of thanks
for a most interesting amp fascinating
evening which was appreciated by the
members
The result of the competition for a pair
of pearl earrings was -
1) Judith Adam 2) Brenda Spencer
Next month it will be an Open
Evening when the speaker is Peter
Cook on ldquoMedieval Norwichrdquo The
competition is the oldest newspaper
Attleborough WI
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 10 Gardening
Gardening in Navasota Texas with Helen Quinn Pictured this month is one of the
loveliest flowering trees in this area is
the Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia
indica) It is now available in a
variety of pinks lavenders and reds
and sizes range from miniature to
compact mid-size to large Some of
them have a wonderfully interesting
bark with hues of cinnamon silvery-
grey or light brown some patterned
and some with a peeling
characteristic The Crape Myrtle
Aphid loves this tree and people often
wonder what the sticky substance is
that sometimes drips from the leaves
ndash simply put it is honeydew that
passes through the aphid‟s body after
it feeds Crape Myrtles are often
planted around car parks in the
dividing beds posing a very sticky
problem to anyone who parks under
one They grow so well here that the
ldquobig townrdquo up the road College
Station has designated itself as the
Crape Myrtle Capital of Texas
Sometimes it grows too well and
becomes a pest with far-reaching
underground suckers producing
unwanted trees
The figs are in This year I have the
best crop in quite some time and I‟m
managing to keep up with the birds
and squirrels The variety I have is
ldquoTexas Everbearingrdquo
and true to its name it
will probably have a
couple more fruit
crops before the
weather starts to get
cold The fruit is small but oh-so-
sweet My Farmers Market customers
are very happy to see Fig Jam at last
Figs are thirsty trees so all the rain
we have had with various tropical
storms and distant hurricanes has
been very much to their liking
Another bonus is that in several
places where the branches have
touched the ground there are quite a
few well rooted self-layered young
fig trees People often ask where they
can buy this variety of fig tree and I
have just the place to find them new
homes in the autumn
Speaking of hurricanes it always
amazes me how a storm making
landfall 400 ndash 500 miles to the west
can produce so much rain here The
Gulf Coast from Galveston down to
the Mexican border has been
inundated several times already this
year and many streets in Houston
have been under water on a regular
basis We are inland here (about 70
miles northwest of Houston) so are
usually spared much of the worst of
these storms The grass needs to be
cut twice a week now thanks to the
unusual amount of rain for the time
of year There is definitely a case to
be made for exploring turf grass
alternatives because by the time the
heavy night dew has dried off it is
too hot to push a lawnmower This is
a good time to stay inside and make
dream changes to the landscape ndash in
my case to find a way to eliminate a
lot of the foliage plants in the shade
to help cut down on the mosquito
population Not only do they make
life unpleasant with their voracious
feeding frenzies but some of them
transmit an often fatal disease called
West Nile Virus
Tomatoes are shutting down They just
don‟t set fruit once the night time
temperatures exceed 70F (21C) The
experts advise against trying to carry
the large fruited varieties through to
autumn but with a little pruning they
will produce again once the
temperatures drop Some years we are
still picking tomatoes at Christmas
Small fruited varieties usually do much
better except they grow so large that it
is not unusual to have 10ft vines
climbing all over everything else I like
the Italian ldquopasterdquo type tomatoes such
as Roma or Viva Italia Aubergines
and Peppers especially the hot
Jalapentildeos and even hotter Habaneros
thrive in the hottest weather as long as
they are watered The strawberries are
about done too but they have produced
dozens of runners with happy little
baby plants rooting all over the place
(even in the lawn) Most of the herbs
are thriving except for a few
Mediterranean types which are
protesting against the high humidity
The countdown to cooler weather
begins ndash only two more months to go
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August - holidays dog days of
summer silly season in the press I‟m
writing this on St Swithin‟s Day and
right now it‟s a monsoon Wellies out
for August if you believe the legend
Nothing much happens in the average
garden in August so they say Many
experts will tell that this is the month
for sitting back and enjoying the
fruits of your spring and early
summer labours and if you grow veg
it‟s harvest time They also bemoan
the fact that most of the flowers are
over Since I am no expert I agree
with most of what they say except
that sitting back never seems to be an
option in my garden They never told
the weeds for a start These tough
plants big and small thrived in the
July heat wave when all else fried
drooped or just plain gave up They
went from seedlings to seeding in two
weeks flat so now their descendants
will be there for years One year‟s
seed is seven years‟ weed according
to legend Probably true
As far as a barren month for flowers
goes this is simply not as true as it
may have been some years ago I
have done a very small trawl as to
what‟s available to flower from now
until at least autumn and the choice is
staggering All it needs is a bit of
forward planning with succession in
mind Failing that look at garden
centres nurseries market stalls and
car boot sales for what‟s in flower
Annuals like calendula nigella and
cornflowers will keep going until
frosted but will have set seed and will
return next year I am told that self-
sown sweet peas are earlier and
stronger than those sown either in
October or spring and carefully
nurtured Back to August One of the
best and showiest plants is the
Agapanthus family Some are fully
hardy and some not so it‟s a good
idea with anything that flowers at this
time of year to check labels Fully
hardy usually means down to -15c
frost hardy down to -5c and half-
hardy down to 0c Alchemilla mollis
(lady‟s mantle) is not supposed to be
hardy but mine reappeared after the
hard winter this year It also seeds
about and the seedlings will appear
next year It‟s either a generous plant
or a nuisance The Japanese
Anemone is supposed to be fully
hardy liking full sun or semi-shade
The heat saw mine off Next time
they‟re going in the shade Ceanothus
is an interesting family of plants The
usual ones flower in spring and are
hardy Most people I know lost the lot
in the winter as well as the hebes
However I have come across a
variety of Ceanothus called
bdquoAutumnal Blue‟ that flowers August
to October There‟s also good old-
fashioned Buddleja that seems to be
bomb-proof and I was surprised to
see a listing of 16 different varieties
There are lots of clematis even the
large-flowered ones in bloom from
August onward It is possible to have
clematis in flower every day of the
year admittedly some of them need
either protection or a mild climate
Another old favourite is Astrantia
Originally the Major only was
available in greenish white They
have become so popular in the last 20
years or so that they are now
available in shades of white through
to deepest red and all are good bdquodoers‟
as far as hardiness and ability to stand
up to most of the weather thrown at
them Then we get to crocosmia
(montbretia when I was a kid) - all
shades of red orange and yellow
dahlias (need a separate article) and
some roses will keep going till
November or even Christmas if the
weather is mild and they have shelter
Apart from shopping there‟s still
work to be done Lawns still need
cutting not too short if it‟s dry but
even then if they go brown grass will
recover nine times out of 10 Feed
containers and even tired border
perennials with a liquid tomato food
each week to encourage them to
bloom into the early autumn Keep
picking flowers to encourage more
Alpines that have developed bare
patches of die-back or have become
weedy can be tidied up by in-filling
the patches with gritty compost This
will encourage new growth as well as
improving their appearance
Collect and store seed of hardy
annuals and perennials for sowing
later in the autumn Good plants to try
include Calendula Nigella Cerinthe
Poppies Aquilegia and hardy
Geranium Apart from the hardy
Geraniums all these will happily do
this for you all by themselves
Buy or order spring-flowering bulbs
Some bulbs can be planted now such
as Colchicum daffodils and Madonna
lilies Most of the spring catalogues
are out now making it feel like
autumn
It‟s necessary to keep a check on
pests - spray if you use chemicals but
do this only according to the
manufacturer‟s instructions but for
the organic pick off caterpillars go
on slug and snail hunts and net
against butterflies I know they‟re
pretty but to see cabbages and
broccoli covered in caterpillars is a
nightmare They seem to hatch
overnight all at once even if you
thought you‟d wiped out the little
clusters of yellow eggs I know it
happened to my purple sprouting last
year Net time
It‟s a good time to make a plan for
next year and start thinking about any
seeds you may want Those
catalogues will be on the mat very
soon along with all those Christmas
ones you don‟t want
In your garden with Lotta Potts
Tomato - Tomayto
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Gardening Mid-Norfolk Times Page 11
A meeting was held at the Old
Buckenham Church Rooms on
Saturday 26 June to set up the Old
Buckenham Allotment Society
Eighteen people attended and it was
agreed that Tim Bornett would chair
this inaugural meeting
It was formally agreed to establish an
Old Buckenham Allotment Society
and discussion took place on its
function and its purpose
The Society is to be open to all
individuals who live in the
parish or immediate
neighbourhood and who
have an interest in
allotments or wish to
obtain a plot in the future
Some basic rules were
adopted after further
discussion and debate As
the proposed constitution
would allow the rules to be
amended if at least half of
all members agreed it was
decided to adopt a bdquowait
and see‟ approach to any
rule changes
The following were
elected as officers Tim
Bornett would be
chairman Keith Hodgson
secretary and Tom North
treasurer
The meeting agreed to
seek affiliation to the
National Allotment and
Leisure Society and the
secretary would write to
the Parish Council
informing them of the
formation of the society
There was general debate
on the provision of
allotments in the Parish
and it was agreed to write
to the Parish Council
asking for their working
party on allotments to
meet more often and
provide feedback
Decisions on who would
run the allotments would
await model rules from the
National Allotment and
Leisure Society and an
agreement with the Parish
Council A person wanting
an allotment does not
necessarily have to belong
to Old Buckenham
Allotment Society Some two acres
of land would be needed to provide
up to 18 plots and there was
discussion on the suitability of
possible sites including the provision
of water and access to the plots
It was agreed that members would
pay pound5 as a joining fee and that the
treasurer would collect this at the
next meeting which would be held
on Monday 12 July Courtesy
httpoldbuckenhamblogspotcom
Flowers gardens good company and
a tasty lunch were enjoyed in
glorious weather by members and
friends at the July meeting held in
Joy Tunmores garden Wearing
buttonholes everyone strolled round
the garden for a plant identification
quiz sweet peas were judged and
plants sold
Competitions - Best Corsage was
worn by Sue Blackett Jane Cannells
sweet peas were placed first and
Shirley Betts had the most points in
the plant identification quiz
Next Meeting will be held on 12th
August 2010 at Old Buckenham
Village Hall 2 pm when The Girls
will be arranging from Whats in the
Box
The competition is for an
arrangement in a box and the table
show is for three stems of hot colour
from the border
Visitors are always very
welcome Further details
from Pat 01953 457305
or Sally 01953 788712
The Attleborough amp District
Horticultural Society annual Rose
amp Sweet Pea Show was held as
usual in the beautiful surroundings
of Peter Beales Rose Gardens and
the glorious summer evening
encouraged a good turnout of
members and guests
The award for the Best Rose
Exhibit and the Peter Beales
Trophy went to Ray Snow who
also won the award for the Best
Rose Bloom The Best Sweet Pea
Exhibit and the Len Revell Trophy
was won by Jan Delaney who also
took the prize for the Best Sweet
Pea Stem Sally Westrup took the
awards for the Best Flower
Arrangement and also Best
Photograph
Prior to the presentation of prizes
by the mayor of Attleborough there
was a tribute to Jackie Swain
whose sudden and untimely death
is a great loss not only to
the Society of which she
was vice-chairman but
also to many other
organisations in the local
area She worked
tirelessly behind the
scenes and was always
happy to help out in any
way she possibly could
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Sowing the seeds of an Allotment Society
Our June meeting was entertained by
Jim Paine our speaker for the
evening I met him as he brought in
the first of a number of crates
containing a variety of plants to
illustrate his talk entitled bdquoRight
Plant Right Placebdquo We had to find a
second large table to accommodate
all the bdquoprops‟ for his talk and these
were so large he almost disappeared
behind them Jim started with a brief
resume of what he and his Rocklands
Walnut Tree Nursery do and the
ideas behind their aims Established
in 1998 with partner Clare Billington
Walnut Tree is a traditional nursery
not a garden centre and they raise all
their own plants including trees from
seed with 1000-1250 different
species available through the year
This perfectly describes his principle
that plants should be centre stage in a
garden not the hard landscaping and
decking that can look so tired after a
relatively short while I don‟t think he
cares much for decking They also
use their own garden to demonstrate
the development of plants over a
period of years and have joined with
other nurseries in a marketing co-
operative which operates throughout
Norfolk and we collected some of
their leaflets As they are not in
competition customers get a well-
organised service to set up their
gardens either from scratch or just to
find a plant to solve a particular
problem We were advised to visit
gardens as well as taking information
from books and the media Take a
notebook and camera as well to see
what works and why and then add
lists to your garden plans
Herbaceous borders are labour-
intensive but there again so is grass
if grown properly and far more
satisfaction can be gained from as
wide a border as possible I don‟t
think he cares much for grass either
A good tip also is to try and avoid
using one plant - this can give a
bdquodotty‟ impression so restricting the
palette and using blocks of plants
repeatedly gives more rhythm
So we get from the set up to the aim
of making each garden work for its
owner in terms of understanding
plant ecology and the micro-climate
involved Each garden may well have
some parts in full sun some in part
shade and some in full shade such as
under trees or shrubs There may also
be different moisture levels and
acidityalkalinity levels Equally an
open windy site can be transformed
over the years into a sheltered one as
plants grow so a garden is constantly
evolving So much for the science
Jim then showed us the selection of
plants he had brought Each of them
demonstrated the principles of how to
get the right one in its preferred
setting to do well He really got the
bit between his teeth on this as it is so
important for the customer to achieve
the desired effect He showed us that
hostas and similar broad leafed plants
need some shade as they lose so
much water through their leaves in
transpiration However modern
varieties have been bred to tolerate
sun provided their roots are in moist
soil At the opposite end of the scale
he showed us that pinks have narrow
grey leaves that are covered in tiny
hairs to trap any moisture going and
these and similar upright plants will
be best suited to dry sunny
conditions Another example of this
is the lychnis (woolly lambs‟ ears)
which also has silvery-grey leaves
that feel as though they are made of
felt These self-seed freely and are
well suited to gravel gardens as well
as herbaceous borders If self-seeders
work for you they‟ll help with the
rhythm effect of creating blocks
down the borders all by themselves
Some plants are more robust than
others Astrantia for instance prefers
some shade but will tolerate full sun
as will hardy geraniums
Many of the spring flowering shrubs
and bulbs tend to be happiest in a
woodland area so they can flower and
set seed before the canopy closes
over Think rhododendrons and
bluebells They then have time to
bulk up ready for next year‟s display
Later flowering plants for shade can
have architectural leaves such as
heucherella epimedium brunnera
These all have beautiful leaves
followed by tall stems with dainty
flowers The saxifrage and dicentra
families prefer moist conditions but
will tolerate dry and hate water
logging in winter
After a question and answer session
we were allowed to buy the plants
Jim had brought and the design
element of avoiding impulse buying
went straight out of the window I
don‟t know how Jim packs so much
information into an hour I am sure
he will be receiving more visitors
as a result One other thing to bear
in mind Walnut Tree is local so
from an environmental point of
view the furthest the plants will
travel is from the nursery to your
garden with advice thrown in Beats
the ones that arrive from the
continent in large lorries to sheds
doesn‟t it
The mini-show was bdquoA Floral
Arrangement in an Unusual
Container‟ and was won by Ralph
Kinsley with three cream
Zantedeschias (calla lilies) in a
banana That‟s sure unusual Ralph
Second was Violet Simmons with a
display of dainty spring flowers
contrasting nicely with a walking
boot
Third went to Geoff Twelftree with a
teapot
There was nothing to choose between
the last two entries so HC went
jointly to Mary Marriott with a giant
teacup and saucer and Jackie
Priestley with a decorative mini
watering can
It was nice to see all the entries
colour-coded with the containers
We finished as usual with Geoff‟s
Tips for July including feed and
spray roses tie in wandering stems of
climbers plant hardy cyclamen and
summer prune wisteria
Bradenham amp District Horticultural Society
Breckland Flower and Garden Club
Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 12 News
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On Thursday 15th July the
whole of Watton Westfield
Infant amp Nursery School
followed a carousel of activities
for a very healthy day
Norwich City Football Club sent
along some trainers from
bdquoFootball in the Community‟
and the children took part in a
penalty shootout competition
The winning children will
receive trophies footballs kit
and everyone will receive a
certificate for participating
The dental nurses brought their
special crocodile puppets so the
children could see how to care
for their teeth They provided lot
of fun
Later everyone had to solve
riddles and follow on exercise
trail around the lovely school
grounds to collect treasures
(pictured below)
In the hall the pupils did jump
rope aerobic activities to keep
their hearts healthy
Also Mr George a well-known
local chef and parent governor
taught the children how to make
fruit kebabs The children tasted
fruit they had never tried before
The whole day culminated with
bdquoA Big Thank you Assembly‟
when everyone sang a rousing
version of the Westfield Healthy
Song
It was an exhausting but
thoroughly enjoyable day The
school would like to thank
everyone who helped to make
the day a great success
Healthy School Day at Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School
Key to Pictures
Top left Kieron Phoenix
reaching new heights in
the skipping exercise
Top right Lewis Pinkney
scoring a terrific penalty _
a future England Player
perhaps
Mid Left Ibbi Ivory
showing how the girls are
just as good as the boys at
penalties
Mid Right Josh Stadius-
Horn cornering like Lewis
Hamilton in the
playground
Left Left - Beau-Kerry
Bonner (touching yellow
bowl) Right - Abbie
Dennis (fruit on stick)
enjoying the fruits of the
labours of local chef Mr
George
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 13
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Tel 01953 882752
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Children Always Welcome
By Edith Pleasance
The spell of lovely weather we are
enjoying as I write this takes me back
to the hot Summer days of my
childhood One incident I shall never
forget was the time our mother took us
three children for a rare day at the
seaside
We were up and about early to pack
our swimsuits and cheese sandwiches
together with a slice each of Mum‟s
fruit cake to sustain us A bottle of
lemonade with a couple of chipped
cups all packed into a straw bag and
we were ready to go
Our walk to the nearest beach took
around forty minutes then came the
usual argument about which square
yard of the front we would occupy Ma
preferred the top end near the wall
while we kids wanted to be as near the
water‟s edge as possible As usual we
split the difference and settled
somewhere in the centre An old piece
of blanket was spread on the sand
while Tom our eldest fetched a deck
chair for our mum to sit in which
would cost her threepence for the full
day when the deckchair collector came
around Then we children were ready
to enjoy our outing
As the eldest girl I was given the task
of looking after two-year-old Joey (a
right little handful Ma called him) We
had our jamjar with string around the
neck to form a handle and headed for
the rocks which though slippery were
fairly shallow and had many crystal-
clear pools where we gathered to stir
the pebbles and seaweed with many
squeals of delight to reveal the
treasures that the tide had left To the
opposite side of the beach the cliffs
rose high above and sometimes we
would see the older children attempting
to scale them However we were given
strict instructions to keep well away
and stay on the left
After some time our mum beckoned us
in to eat and drink our picnic We were
proudly showing her our bdquocatch‟ of a
couple of minute crabs and an
assortment of tiny anemones we also
had a length of bladderwrack that we
loved to press to make it crack We
suddenly became aware of people
shouting and running towards the
cliffs bdquoSome fool has got himself stuck
halfway up‟ said Ma bdquonot the first and
won‟t be the last I‟ll wager‟
The rest of that day was enjoyed with
us kids running in and out of the rising
tide and practising our doggy paddle
until at around four o‟clock we were
rounded up dried off and ready for the
walk home which somehow always
seemed longer and more tiring than the
outward journey
News of any sort quickly buzzed
around our village by word of mouth
but it wasn‟t until the following
morning that Ma Taylor from next
door brought the local daily
newspaper to show the headline
reading ldquoTwo children drowned after
falling from the cliffs at Petitorrdquo They
were brother and sister to a large
family living on our estate where
everybody knew everyone else
Apparently a toddler had run away
from his older sister when in trying to
catch and hold on to him both
stumbled and fell down the cliff face to
plunge into deep water and drowned
The thought that we were enjoying
ourselves on the beach just yards from
where those two kiddies died clawing
at the rocks fighting for their lives will
stay in my memory for ever
---o0o--- Edith Pleasance copy 030710
A Seaside Memory Customer Services on the road Not a bdquoone stop shop‟ but a bdquoone
stop bus‟ will be pulling into
Breckland villages in the next few
weeks
Breckland Council in partnership
with Poultec training has launched
a new mobile service to bring
access to services out into local
communities The eye-catching bus
is equipped with the very latest
satellite technology so residents
who use it will experience exactly
the same speedy access to services
as callers to the main Council
customer service centres
At the One Stop Bus you can get
advice support and information
about Council services This may
be about Council Tax or Benefits -
or you may want to book a bulk
collection or report a missed refuse
collection Service Connectors will
be available on Thursdays and
Fridays and the last Wednesday of
every month and are committed to
helping the all customers The bus
will be making a number of regular
stops around the district and details
of the times and locations will be
available on the Breckland Council
website
Councillor Adrian Stasiak said
ldquoWe really want to put customer
service in the spotlight and
encourage people to access council
services The bus and the one stop
shops are just some of the ways in
which we are taking our services to
people around the districtrdquo
Services delivered in complete
privacy include
Applications for and enquiries
about Housing and Council Tax
Benefits
Payments for Council services
(including Council Tax) using
debit
Requesting a bulky waste
collection or
Reporting an abandoned vehicle
Telephone and website access will
also be available to specialist
advisers in
The Citizens Advice Bureau
Norfolk County Council
Plus many other partner agencies
Edward Bales Managing Director
of Poultec said ldquoWe are very
pleased to be working in
partnership with Breckland and this
supports the vocational skills work
we are already doing with schools
and in the wider community
ldquoVocational skills are all about
raising aspirations and this will
enable us to help more people
further their skills and give
themselves a brighter futurerdquo
Visit our website for further details
of the one stop bus and details of
locations and times of when and
where you can visit the bus ndash
wwwbrecklandgovuk
one_stop_bus
Friday 6 August 10 - 12Noon
Saham Toney (Community Centre)
2pm ndash 4pm Great Ellingham
(Outside shop and Post Office)
Friday 13 August 10 - 12Noon Old
Buckenham Village Hall 2pm ndash
4pm New Buckenham The George
Pub
Thursday 19 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Swanton Morley Village Hall 2pm
ndash 4pm Bawdeswell Village Hall
Friday 20 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Weeting Village Hall 2pm ndash 4pm
Mundford Village Hall
Wednesday 25 August 10 ndash
12Noon Thetford Abbey Car park
2pm ndash 4pm Hockham Village Hall
Thursday 26 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Shipdham Village Green 2pm ndash
4pm Mattishall Village Hall
Friday 27 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Banham Community Centre 2pm
ndash 4pm East Harling Market
Square
Adrian Stasiak Executive Member
for Communicates and Benefits at
Breckland Council with Edward
Bayles Managing Director of
Poultec and members of the One
Stop Bus team
Mornin ter orl onya or iffen yewre
hed yer dinna thas artanoon ter orl
onya
Spect yor well inta yer nu teartas by
now thar cummin up orlrite spite not
hevin a lot o rearn
Cos Horry he say his bin diggin
hissun fer wicks we dornt set a lotta
stor by his tearls tho
Tha ole Willuj Horl hed a meetin
larst wik n Horry n me thort we‟d
jine in
Blarst tha ole mawtha inna tha chare
gissus a rare ole luk n she say ldquoWot
yew tew duin in hare tha meetin is
privaterdquo ldquoThas orl riterdquo say Horry
ldquoWe sharnt lissen ter wot yewre a
sayinrdquo I rekoned we orta sit tite cos
ware bin hare a lotlonga than har n
tha ole football warnt wuth wotchin
nither
Tha ole kermitee ware a clakin on fer
a fare wile an Horry sorta gin ter
snor but as sune as thar torked about
anutha o tha gret ole grub nites He
wos up onna his feet wolunteerin ter
tearst orl tha offrins jist in cearse tha
doont mit tha rite standuds
Tha ole Chearwumon she giv Horry
wun o tha luks wott‟l bun worta she
say ldquoYew et moost of ennyonus larst
time yew grate ole pig yew rekkun
yew shud be barred fra orl ower
doo‟s yew allus cors a hellup dew
yew siddown a kipya clacka shutrdquo
Well tha sorta put Horry in his
plearce fer a while
Summonem rekkun‟d we orta hev
one o tha bottle banks meark a bit a
munny for tha horl
Cos thet gotta tha ole chearwumon a
garpin at us tew she sed atween us
we cud fill tha thing up inna coupla
daze I dint no wot she ware a gittin
at cos I allus teark my ole bottles
back to tha pub tha lanlord gissus
tuppence fer evra bottle mindyew I
git tha feelin thet he shuv tuppence
onna a pint o mild ony I doont offen
git a rownd in since tha furrinas
mooved inta tha Big Horl up tha
rood yew ony hev to ware a dutty
ole cap n stic a bitta straw in ya gob
n luk sorta dwany n thars a baer onna
tha tearble
Anyways the Horl Kermitee hev
agreed to hev a gret ole grub nite
sune Horry sekunded thet mowshun
n I thurded it but we wus towd to
keep ower nooses owt tha horls
bisness Tha kermitee‟ll hefta arsk
tha cowncil abowt gittin wun o tha
bottle banks cos thet mite wont
plannin permishun
I shull tell yew orl abowt ower posh
grub nite anutha time thas time for
my fourses
Dew yew keep a troshin Sid
The Ovington Crower
Watton Town Council owns and
runs a community bus which is
used by the elderly and disabled at
the discretion of the council
The bus is used on a weekly basis
Monday to Friday to transport
elderly residents from their homes
to the Wayland Luncheon Club
This service is a vital part of some
resident‟s lives enabling them to
enjoy a meal and socialise It is
primarily for those who may have
become isolated for a variety of
reasons
The Council relies on volunteers to
drive the bus and although we now
have regular drivers to cover the
five days we are looking for
volunteers who would be prepared
to cover for holidays and sickness
so you if you can spare a few hours
per week on an occasional basis at
short notice we would be pleased to
hear from you
Contact the Town Clerk ndash Jacqui
Seal on 01953 881007
WANTED Community Bus Drivers
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 14 News
Two bumper cheques for Chairman Charity
Two bumper cheques for pound1136 have
been presented to Diabetes UK and
Cancer Research UK by Cllr John
Rogers previous Chairman of
Breckland Council
The money was raised through a
variety of fundraising events which
Cllr Rogers has held this year
including an auction and raffle held at
the Chairman‟s reception and Clerk to
Watton Town Council Jacqui Seal
held a garden party and raised pound22000
which she kindly donated to the
Chairman‟s charity
The presentation took place at the
Watton Pentecostal Church on Harvey
Street in Watton during the regular
monthly meeting of the Watton and
District Support Group for Diabetes
The group meet once a month on the
second Monday of very month and
have been meeting for four years
Receiving the cheques were Paul Fleet
area volunteer manager who accepted
on behalf of Cancer Research UK Paul
said ldquoCancer Research UK is the
leading independent funder of cancer
research in Europe We are almost
entirely funded by the public with very
little government funding Without the
generosity and dedication of our
supporters we would not be able to
continue to make progress against
cancer The donation from Cllr Rogers
and Breckland Council is very much
appreciated and will go a long way in
funding our continued work in the fight
against cancer
Ron Thompson accepted the cheque on
behalf of Diabetes UK and said the
funds would be used to fund holidays
for children with diabetes
Ron commented ldquoDiabetes UK has
been organising family weekends and
children‟s holidays for many years We
are very pleased to accept the cheque
on behalf of the Eastern Region for
Diabetes UKrdquo
Cllr Rogers said ldquoI am so pleased to be
able to present these cheques to two
hardworking and worthwhile charities
that I have supported over the past year
ldquoCancer Research‟s groundbreaking
work into the prevention diagnosis and
treatment of cancer has helped save
millions of lives This work is funded
entirely by the public which is why
fundraising events are so important
ldquoThere are three million people in
the UK living with diabetes and
20000 children in the UK have
diabetes We have had many
fundraising events this year to help
Diabetes UK continue our work to
improve the lives of people with
diabetes
Cllr Rogers Ron Thompson and members of the Watton and District support group for Diabetes UK
Attleborough High School and Sixth
Form Centre Geography teacher Joel
Rodker has earned the exciting
opportunity to experience cutting-edge
environmental research work on an
expedition to Belarus this summer
Earlier this year Earthwatch the
international environmental charity
invited UK-based secondary level
teachers of geography science and
citizenship to apply to join its
expedition Belarus Wetlands from 2-
11 August 2010
Joel who is also the school‟s Lead
Teacher for the Environment is one of
eight successful applicants who will be
helping Earthwatch scientists to find
effective ways of conserving the
unique wetlands of Belarus hiking to
sampling sites to collect data which
will help the scientists to select
wetlands which are in need of
protection
Wetlands in Belarus make up 14 per
cent of the country Particularly
threatened and little-studied are the
oligotrophic (low nutrient) or bdquoraised‟
bogs which are the focus of the Belarus
Wetlands research project Bogs are
extremely important as they improve
the gas composition of the atmosphere
carry out climate regulation and
regulate water flows on the surface and
within the soil
Experienced facilitators will help Joel
and the other teachers to link the
research and their experiences on the
project to the curriculum On his return
to Attleborough High Joel will use his
new knowledge to inform the learning
of the students at the school The
teachers on the project will work
together to devise educational
resources for use in the classroom and
these resources will be made available
for others to use
Speaking about the trip Joel Rodker
said ldquoThis is a very special opportunity
to visit a fascinating environment meet
like-minded people and learn a huge
amount in a short space of time I want
to inspire our students to do similar
things I intend to share my
experiences with the staff and students
at Attleborough High and also to
demonstrate links between the
protection of important ecosystems in
Belarus and looking after the
environment in our own community
for example the impact on the
environment of the school wildlife
pond we are in the process of creatingrdquo
The 2010 Earthwatch educator
expedition to Belarus is kindly
supported by ICAP and the Garfield
Western Foundation To find out
how you can join an Earthwatch
expedition in 2010 call +44 (0)1865
318831 or visit
wwwearthwatchorgeurope
Local teacher to become a hero for the planet on an Earthwatch expedition
President beryl Brannan presided
over the first meeting of the new
Inner Wheel year She welcomed
Ann Akister‟s visitor Jenny
Bickerton from Canterbury and
everybody else Special mention for
Angela Rowlings our newest
member whom Beryl inducted to our
group Angela is a Honorary
Member
Our meeting held at the home of
Karen Barwood was an exotic
demonstration of Belly Dancing
Allison Dickson Sheila Harwood
and Karen Barwood all performed for
us in full flowing costume The
movements to music were elegant
and peaceful and full of emotion
which is more than can be said when
we were asked to join in General
wobbling of body parts was about all
we could muster but it entertained
those who elected to watch Karen
Sheila and Allison were thanked by
Beryl for an unusual but appreciated
evening
The Strawberry Tea raised pound64460
and 88 people attended the money
will go to UNICEF
The visit to Kew Gardens was very
enjoyable and the boat trip was
blessed with a wonderful breeze
giving a good finish to the day many
thanks to Brenda Davis for
organising everything in her usual
efficient manner
We are having a stall at the Wayland
Show and will be pleased to see you
all there
Future events include a lunchtime
concert with the Breckland Breeze
Wind Quartet on Septmber 15th and
on the 1st October a Barn Dance at
the Queens Hall
The Raffle with three prizes was won
by Ann Akister Peggy Barley and
Beryl Brannan We had a very
enjoyable evening amidst friends
The Inner Wheel Club of Watton
Letter to the Editor Thank you for printing an article in
your June issue on St Marys Church
Houghton on the Hill I am writing
to ask if any of your readers would
enjoy helping in the garden or
welcoming visitors to the church I
love this church and the peace that
surrounds it when I lived in
Swaffham I used to go regularly and
help in the garden that surrounds the
church unfortunately I now live in
Cromer so I can only go once a
month or so Last week when I
visited I was told that they were short
of volunteers so if you can spare and
hour or two a weekmonthevery now
and then please phone Bob Davey on
01760 440470 Dee Roye
This is the first in a series of little
anecdotes written by a good old
Norfolk boy (but not written in
Norfolk for the sake of all them old
infiltrators)
Do you remember the vets off
Watton High Street - up Worms
Yard I used to own a big old dog -
I was often seen walking him
around Watton That was before the
days of poo bags and red litter
bins Anyway I woke up one
morning and read the obituaries in
the EDP to make sure it was OK to
get out of bed and went down to
take the dog for an early morning
walk He gave me a bit of a shock
because he had gone all cross eyed
I thought I had better take him to
the vets and walked him down to
the surgery Fortunately the vet
could see him right away so I took
him in and the vet picked him up
looked into his eyes and had a good
look round him
Im going to have to put him
down he said
Well I said tears welling up
Thats a bit of a shock I will be
very sorry to see him go especially
because hes only gone cross-eyed
No you daft br the vet said
Hes heavy
Wilfson remembers
Lee Higgs of Edwards
Newsagents Watton
ldquoYour Ideal Shoprdquo makes a
presentation to Lucy
Vallerine who has recently
been judged to be the most
reliable and accurate News
Delivery person out of
more than sixty juvenile
staff employed by Edwards
Newsagents
Edwards presently deliver
newspapers and magazines
to over two thousand homes
across the Wayland area
and speaking of Lucy‟s
contribution to the excellent
service offered by Edwards
Lee Higgs said ldquoLucy has
been employed for 8
months and has never
missed a day or been late I
have great pleasure in
making this presentation
recognising her hard workrdquo
Well done Lucy
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 15
By David and Carolyn Jessup
It‟s always good to have a driving
licence as it gives the local people
an extra string to their bow when
seeking a job It seems like with
many things in South Africa that
there is a certain amount of
corruption involved with driving
tests Ivy decided that she wanted
to take a test and had already been
told by Cute the girlfriend of her
boss that the Examiners were open
to monetary persuasion She
decided that rather than chance
failing she would try this route -
failing would of course bring the
additional expense of at least one
further test
Ivy contacted the Examiner
who agreed that he would
accept R2000 to pass
already less than Cute had
paid So I took her to
Thulamarshe for her driving
test although she wanted an
extended lesson prior to the
test She had already had a
few lessons in what could
only be described as a
possibly unroadworthy
bakkie on some rough unsurfaced
land staked out with sticks to
reverse between The bakkie was
missing one wing mirror and had
no inside mirror so reversing was
a problem On the way to the test
centre I quickly showed her how to
do a three point turn and then we
went to find an Instructor
We followed a vehicle for about 2
km to another rough piece of land
where there were a number of
other people receiving tuition in
large trucks Apparently trucks are
easier to drive than cars Ivy had a
lengthy discussion with an
Instructor and came away saying
he was too expensive We went
back to the test centre and she had
a small lesson with another
Instructor went for her test and
ldquopassedrdquo after handing over the
bribe Since coming back home I
have learnt that this practise is also
rife in Eastern Europe so maybe
we are surrounded by drivers who
have never passed an official test
Before Cute took her test she was
driving around with a friend when
she was stopped by the Police
With no official licence at that
time she was concerned that she
may be asked to produce
documents Luckily they did not
ask for these items but merely
requested the mobile telephone
numbers of the two ladies
probably to call them for a date
Fortunately the ladies were both
alert and gave incorrect numbers
There are often breakdown
vehicles near the main traffic lights
(robots) in Hazyview and an
inquisitive Ivy asked them why
they were waiting there
Apparently they often put oil on
the road at night especially when
the roads are wet to try to cause
accidents They were not ashamed
or shy to admit this and were not at
all concerned if people are injured
or killed as long as they get
business from the accidents
I was stopped no less than 5 times
by the local Police Sometimes just
checking vehicles and the
registration and other times for
trivialities like not coming to a halt
at a 4-way stop sign Once I was
stopped for speeding 79 kph in a
60 limit that I hadn‟t noticed After
protracted discussion and a view of
the video I was informed the fine
would be R750 although they
would accept R300 If I wanted a
receipt this would mean going to a
distant Police Station with the
possibility of a long wait I decided
to hand over R300 and get on our
way This later caused me some
resentment as the money obviously
went into the pocket of the Officer
Unfortunately and stupidly I did
not take a name and although I
reported the matter I never heard
any more If there is a next time I
shall know exactly what to do
Ever since we have been going to
Africa I have always tried to avoid
running over and killing any live
creature Sometimes it cannot be
avoided and I had at least two
instances this time which I have
regretted ever since I was driving
quite fast along the main road
heading for our house when a
Vervet Monkey ran from the road
side and into the path of the car I
could not avoid hitting it and the
loud thud made me feel quite sick
Looking in my mirror I could see
the Monkey lying dead in the road
- 10 minutes later I drove back to
town and the body had
disappeared At first I thought it
may have been moved by its
grieving family but it was probably
picked up by one of the large
raptors which regularly hover
above the road
Even more sickening was the time
I was driving in the grounds of a
local Hotel and I saw from the
car what I thought were
thousands of large flies floating
just above the ground There
were literally millions and I
avoided opening the car door to
investigate in case they all came
in I drove for about 300 metres
on this track before I got out for
an appointment and to my
absolute horror I then realised
they were baby frogs There had
been heavy rain the previous night
and they had all come up from the
nearby river It was an awesome
sight to see so many frogs together
but I was so angry that I had not
identified what they were until it
was too late
Relationship difficulties Bereavement Stress
BullyingAbuse Addictions Depression
SANCTUARY COUNSELLING SERVICE WATTON
Itrsquos good to talk Counselling can help if yoursquore struggling to cope with
Sanctuary offers a confidential low-cost counselling service with professionally trained counsellors who work on a short-term or long-term basis Call us on 01953 880922 to arrange an appointment Appointments are available 6 ndash 9pm Tuesdays and 930am ndash 1pm Wednesdays Sanctuary Counselling Service is part of River Ministries (Norfolk) registered charity number 1054419
cv
James Ball SHOWROOM 49 High Street Watton
01953
883288
Very Competitive Prices Most Makes of carpets
amp Vinyl Supplied and Fitted
South Africa again with a Touch of Mozambique and Swaziland
Watton in Bloom
On Sunday 4th July on a glorious summer
morning Watton Town Mayor Mr Roy Ivory
selected the best garden for summer blooms
on behalf of the Watton Society Despite the
cold frosty Spring and two weeks of drought
in late June Mr DR and Mrs AL Ankerman
were again awarded the silver platter to hold
for a year Of course most residents are not
aware that the Mayor is about the town
judging the gardens as this as a competition
that is not formally entered The Watton
Society are happy to make this award for the
fourteenth year with the help of the Mayor the
society‟s Honorary President Ten certificates
are awarded to those gardeners reaching a
highly commended standard in recognition of
their achievements Bryan H Wykes Vice
Chairman Watton Society
Fabulous mixed media Summer Art Exhibition 15 Talented local amp regional artists will be
displaying their work in mediums to include
watercolour gouache graphite wood
textile between Saturday 7th and Saturday
21st August in the Dragonfly Gallery at
Wayland House High St Watton Opening
Times are 10am ndash 4pm weekdays 10am ndash
1pm Saturdays There will be a Preview
Evening on Friday 6th August between 7pm
and 830pm All works on display can be
purchased - the preview evening is very
popular and recommended if you are
looking to buy and there will be a free glass
of wine and nibbles Please contact Susan
Hollingworth 01953 880205 for further
information
This month we did something completely
different for our WI meeting We spent
our time walking around Watton
following clues on a bdquoMurder Mystery
Trail‟ This was of course a fictional
murder but we had tremendous fun
solving the clues and finding out some
interesting facts about the history of
Watton on the way I don‟t think it would
be fair of me to tell you who did do it as
some of you may have intentions of
following the trail yourselves We
finished up at our meeting hall where we
enjoyed refreshments
Janet Oxborough from Ashill WI then
reported on the NFWI National AGM she
had attended in Cardiff in June As
expected the resolution urging the
Government on the mandatory labelling
of meat fish and poultry with true
country of origin was carried with a very
large majority Pat thanked Janet for a
very comprehensive account of the
meeting Birthday posies were presented
to Sandra and Jan and the raffle was won
by Joyce Jan and guest Janet Oxborough
Barbara will be hosting a Macmillan
Coffee Morning on Friday 10th
September ndash a little earlier than the
official date We also received details of
the Norfolk amp Norwich Operatic
Society‟s production at the Theatre Royal
in January ndash this is to be bdquoFiddler on the
Roof‟
Next month will be a social evening in
Watton Christian Community Centre
starting at 730 pm For information about
the WI as always the number to ring is Pat
on 882275 or Barbara on 882595
Who done it
Prayer of the Heart Activities at Watton Methodist Church Comprising Christian Meditation and Bi Monthly Worship For those seeking reflective
prayer mid-week worship with a more reflective and contemporary feel and those who
enjoy exploring their faith by reading spiritual books old and new
This month Christian Meditation in the vestry 2nd and 16th August for further details
ring Joyce 01953 88667
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 16 News
She did it She did it What a brave woman Frances
Packham is jumping out of a plane and being parachuted
safely down to earth by an experienced member of the
parachute team How proud of her I was watching her
come into sight out of the clouds and landing safely on the
ground and still managing to smile to her friends and
family anxiously watching her landing Perhaps it was a
grimace but we were all cheering and toasting her safe
return in champagne supplied by her partner Charles
Frances did this brave deed to do something special for
her 60th Birthday and at the same time to raise funds for
the local Charity Big C in memory of her friend Jim
Scrymgeour I am pleased to say that he knew she was
doing it for big C but when he died before the event he
would have been so touched by her thoughts for him
Sponsorship money is still coming in but to date Frances
has raised around pound1000 There is still time to donate to
Big C and donations can be left at the Wayland
Partnership Office
When Jim Scrymgeour died after losing his battle with
cancer with myself and our two sons Alan and Barrie at
his bedside we were grateful for all the prayers said for
him during his illness which I am sure kept him free from
pain right to the end As a family we were completely
overwhelmed by the cards (over 200) letters and flowers
sent to us with the messages that he was regarded as a
friendly funny person and always the gentleman At his
funeral there wasnt a seat to be had in the church He
would have been as overwhelmed as we were and I thank
everyone who took the time to come and pay their
respects The total sent by the undertakers to Big C was
pound81225
I have lots of thanks to make to the Doctors and nurses at
the Colney Centre to Dr Muller and Dr Kim the trainee
who were wonderful to Rosie from McMillan nurses to
the district nurses at Watton who were so supportive to
both of us who made him very comfortable and never
complained about his attitude to taking medication I have
to thank all our friends who were there for us and for me
since Jim has gone To the love and support I have felt
from my lovely customers at Top to Toe and a
very special thank you to my staff Alan
Gosia Kay and Rosemary who held
everything together running the shop in my
absence
To my brother and my brother in law for their
love lastly to God for giving me two
wonderful sons Alan and Barrie who with
their partners have been there for me as I
mourn the loss of my husband of 42 Years
He lived for those he loved And those he
loved remembered Marilyn Scrymgeour
HJC Ltd Motor Engineers
Servicing amp MOT preparation to all makes of
modern cars amp light commercials
Tyres Exhausts amp Batteries supplied and fitted
Courtesy cars available
Ask for Steve at 5 Linmore Court Threxton Rd
Industrial Estate Watton
Tel 01953 889924
Howlett - Rook
The wedding took place at Dereham Registry Office on the 11 th June of Mr
Wayne Howlett son of Barbara and Bryan Howlett of Holden Close
Oulton Broad and Miss Emma Rook daughter of Cathy and Colin Rook of
Hunters Oak Watton
The Bride was given away by her father and wore a Baby Pink dress She was
attended by Josie Mel Becky Summer and sisters Hollie and Debbie were
present The Best Man was Mr Reece Howlett and Kev and Rob were Ushers
The couple honeymooned for short break in London which will be followed
by a family holiday to Disney World in Florida at Christmas
What a star she is
Low Maintenance Gardens
Designed amp Built
LANDSCAPE GARDENING Tim Luxton Established 1973
Patios ~ Paths ~ Fencing ~ Shingle Drives Seeding ~ Turfing Etc
Photos and References always available For a Quality Job amp Free Quote
Phone Tim Luxton on 01603 880184 wwwtimluxtonlandscapingcouk
The Wayland Show The Annual Wayland Show will be held on
Sunday 1st August just outside Watton on the
Brandon Road Last year‟s show was
acclaimed in the press and by many as the
best ever with fantastic weather record
attendance and more exhibitors competitors
and attractions than before It raised a total of
pound7150 for local charities
Among other things featuring in the Grand
Ring this year will be Jive Pony This unique
show has the lot with vaulting dancing
acting costume changes and amazing riding
skills Other very popular attractions are the
Bob Hogg Sheepdog Display West Norfolk
Foxhounds Trinity Foot Beagles and not
forgetting Cyril the Squirrel Racing Terriers
and Mid Norfolk Gundogs
New for 2010 is the Lifestyle Marquee and
planned attractions are a fashion show
cookery demos floral displays hair and
beauty exhibitions and a stunning dance
performance with the chance to relax and take
it all in while enjoying afternoon tea
Our livestock classes are well attended and of
a very high standard and with in-hand and
ridden classes the show is a chance to see
some of our best local Show Horses This year
we also welcome retrained Racehorses and
Working Hunters for the first time We are
also running clear round show jumping
The Wayland Agricultural Society Young
Achiever of the Year 2010 award recognises
outstanding dedication and contribution to
agriculture horticulture wildlife or any other
rural related sector or industry Entrants must
be under 21 years of age and the winner will
be announced prior to the Show and presented
with their award on the day The award is
sponsored by Weco Engineering of Watton
Radio Norfolk and Wayland Radio will be
broadcasting from the showground during the
day The organising Committee also recently
presented a cheque for pound1094100 to The
Nelsons Journey Charity from funds raised at
their annual Dinner Dance Nelsons Journey is
a Norwich based charity which supports
bereaved children and young people under the
age of 18yrs living in Norfolk
As mentioned in last month‟s edition
of the Mid-Norfolk Times Wayland
House in Watton High Street home of
the Wayland Partnership offers a wide
range of services and support to the
Wayland community as a whole We
are constantly striving to increase the
range of services but recognise that it
is vital that the community is made
aware of these services
Firstly we have an ldquoopen doorrdquo policy
and anyone is welcome to drop by to
find out what we offer This can range
from bus pass applications
appointments with the Registrar the
Wayland Community Bank to
exhibitions and events throughout the
year We also submit articles to the
Times and regularly have a slot on
Wayland Radio
However as the local population
grows we want to ensure that
newcomers are included and made
aware of the information and support
they can get from Wayland House For
those with access to the internet you
might be interested in knowing that the
Partnership now has three websites
covering all the areas and activities we
are involved inThe current Partnership
site is wwwwaylandorguk but this is
currently being updated and the new
site will be launched soon Try
wwwthewaylanddragonflygalleryco
uk where you will find current and
forthcoming exhibitions examples of
local artists work for sale within the
Gallery shop
Finally for the business community
we have waylandbusinesscentrecouk
which contains a wealth of valuable
information and links to additional
information We also issue regular
Email Information Bulletins to some
400 local businesses and if you don‟t
already receive them let us know and
we will add you to the database (see
contact details below) Also have a
look at
waylandbusinesscentreblogspotcom
which provides your business with a
chance to share your expertise and
knowledge with a larger audience It
gives you a valuable opportunity to
network and is particularly useful for
sole traders and those who work from
home
You can see us at the Wayland Show
on 1st August where we will be
sharing a stand with the Wayland
Community Bank If you are there
please drop by and see us
We will be submitting regular news
and information to the Times as it
gives us good coverage and is
delivered widely in the area However
for more information on the services
and facilities available from Wayland
House and the Wayland Business
Centre call in to our reception phone
us on 01953 880204 or mail to
iainwaylandorguk
News from the Wayland Partnership
Picture Breckland Photographic
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 17
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Free Quotations amp
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Swedish Massage and Hot Stone Massage
Appointments available at
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Holme Hale Pavilion
Summer Fete Saturday 7th August
10am -- 430pm Cake Stall Refreshments Beer
Tent Lots of Childrens games and also for Adults Grand Draw BBQ
(local butcher) Rescue Greyhounds
Institute Advanced Motorists Bouncy Castle also ladies have
your nails amp toenails painted and much much more
All welcome come enjoy
It‟s that time of year again at the
time of writing we are in the middle
of Quilts Three our third annual
exhibition courtesy of the Wayland
Partnership in the Dragonfly Gallery
at Wayland House It gives an
opportunity for others to see exactly
what we do hack tack and stuff With
a name like that we are obviously not
bdquojust another sewing group‟ This
year we were worried about having
enough work to exhibit and then had
far more than we could show The
exhibition opened at 10 o‟clock on
Saturday the 10th July continuing
until the 17th Half way through the
week over one hundred and fifty
visitors had been counted Work on
show included not only quilts of all
sizes but also fabric boxes cushions
bags toys and other examples of the
members‟ crafts made for personal
use and as gifts There were examples
of the Heart cushions given to people
who have had surgery for breast
cancer and quilts for ill
and traumatised
children and teenagers
distributed through the
Norfolk branch of
ProjectLinus There was
a raffle donations box
and articles for sale
Proceeds will go
towards materials for
items for these charities
There will be more
details in the next
edition
Meanwhile meetings
and demonstrations
continued normally including an
excellent example of the latter
featuring a variety of borders by
two clever ladies This was so well
organised that members were
provided with pieces of pre-cut
fabrics so there was no excuse for
not bdquohaving a go‟ We are all fired
with enthusiasm and likely to put
borders on everything I suggest
partners check their shirts and
trousers
The group does not meet in August
but will be back on Tuesday the
14th September at 7 pm in the
Watton Christian Community
Centre for the beginning of another
session meanwhile members and
non-members can check our Blog
at httphtsqgroupblogspotcom
to see what is happening over the
next few months This features a
calendar which has details up until
the end of the year It is also
updated very regularly If you are
not online phone Sue Hart on
01362 822536
Hackers Tackers and Stuffers
Last year Alan Smiths Birthday
present from his daughter and son in
law (Kerry and Chris Varley) was a
book written about some mature men
walking the coast2coast It was so
inspiring and amusing to read that
soon several other people including
his wife (Gill) and 2 close friends
(Tim and Carol Suthers) had also
been inspired and enjoyed the read
All 6 of us enjoy our walks and
encouraged by the two youngest
(Chris amp Kerry) who have done this
before they decided to take up the
challenge From St Bees on the west
coast to Robin‟s Hood Bay on the
east coast some 192 miles in 13 days
will be covered in August this year as
their annual holiday Whilst doing
this they have been encouraged by a
few people to make it an event to
raise money for charity
They thought it would be nice to
support a local charity in East Anglia
and have chosen the East Anglian Air
Ambulance Registered Charity
1083876 They are a 365 day-a-year life-
saving service across Bedfordshire
Cambridgeshire Peterborough Norfolk
and Suffolk The charity is independent
of government and National Lottery
funding and is entirely dependent on
fund-raising and contributions To keep
its two air ambulances flying and to
provide the advanced medical
equipment they carry over pound3 million
per year has to be raised The group
thought it would be good to offer their
support to the EAAA in making this
walk not just their holiday and
challenge but also an event to raise
some cash to help them in their work
Gill also contacted the organisation to
see if they could visit and see first-hand
one of the helicopters and the staff of
EAAA who offer such a valuable and
life-saving service
On average the EAAA are called to
four incidents every day life
threatening situations such as road
traffic accidents incidents involving
people in inaccessible places and
cardiac arrests Because of the
advanced skills drugs and equipment
found on board and being able to
access places impossible for a land
ambulance the EAAA can make the
difference
Will you help us to help them in their
work To make a donation and offer
your support you can visit httpwwwjustgivingcomcoast2coastthevarleyssuthersandsmiths
Birthday Day Present Inspires 3 Couples to take up a Challenge
From left to right Chris Varley Alan Smith Gill Smith
Kerry Varley Carol Suthers and Tim Suthers
At Wayland Scout Group we
started the month with a Family
Day the Cubs and Scouts cooked
lunch for over 50 people to
celebrate our first AGM Parents
siblings Leaders and the District
Commissioner John Sweeney
were treated to dips and cruditeacutes
Southern Fried Chicken rice and
beans and salads followed by
apple pie and custard
All the young people did a fantastic
job creating a delicious meal made
even better by the wonderful weather
Following a cricket match we were
joined by Rev Geoff Garrett from St
May‟s Church who dedicated our
new flags for us
The afternoon was finished in fine
style with a wonderful array of
homemade cakes and a cup of tea
The Leaders would like to pass on
their thanks to everyone for their
wonderful support and help
The Cubs recently enjoyed a craft
night creating robots form junk
including turning one Cub into an
android by creating an amazing
costume for him
This term the Scouts have been
working towards their Global
Challenge including looking at
different traditions around the
world As it is nearly the end of
term they had plenty of fun
making a traditional Fez with
maybe a nod to Doctor Who who
has recently made the hats cool
The Scout Troop has also been
challenged by the local Rotarians to
have a camp using only a Shelter Box
tent and the emergency equipment
provided in the box Of course they
have accepted the challenge and will
be holding this
camp in mid-
August Our aim
is to be
sponsored so we
can raise enough
money be able
to buy a Shelter
Box for the
charity If you
would like to
sponsor us
please contact
Theresa Cutts on 01953 884243
or email
waylandscoutsgooglemailcom for
more information
At a recent event hosted by the
County Commissioner Richard
Butler the Leaders were also
presented with certificates to
congratulate them on opening a
successful Cub Pack Scout Troop
and building a Leadership team
We are also looking forward to a
4 day activity camp in August
with the rest of South West
Norfolk District If you are
interested in finding out more
about Scouting in Watton please
email us on the address above
AGM Androids and Fezs
Picture Supplied
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 18 News
Ashill Food amp Wine 1 Hale Road Ashill
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Alcohol Paypoint
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Fresh Seasonal Vegetables Home Produced Pork
01953 483 375
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL SHOPS
And get your copy of the Mid-Norfolk Times at these businesses
Available for Hire
Wells Cole Community Centre
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Visit our Social Club - Bar open every Wednesday and Friday from
730pm onwards
Donrsquot Delay - Book Today
01953 882 498
The bdquoAttleborough Players‟ amateur
dramatic society has been entertaining
people in the locality for more than 35
years with shows pantomimes plays
concerts and we are currently
rehearsing a musical play to feature a
group of our very talented younger
members to be staged in October
Since present day legislation has strict
demands for separate changing
facilities for adults and youngsters we
now have an additional burden on our
already strained finances
The society is a registered charity and
finances have been maintained at a
respectable level by staging shows
and our popular bdquoFish bdquon‟ Quiz‟
evenings on a regular basis hopefully
we will be presenting another quiz in
November Ticket prices have been
kept at a very competitive pound5 for most
of our shows takings which go
mostly towards running costs the rest
into a dwindling bank account In
these days of drastic belt tightening
we prefer to keep the cost of tickets
low to benefit our audiences This
means of course that our pool of
monetary assets has developed a
steady leak
We are looking for any business or
individual willing to sponsor us
Sponsorship would guarantee
programme and poster advertising to a
negotiable degree while private
individuals would benefit by free
tickets to any of our events of their
choice
Any business or private individual
willing to help us in this way please
contact our treasurer Anne
Greenwood ndash Tel 01953 455022
With our ever increasing membership
particularly of teenagers we think the
bdquoAttleborough Players‟ is a
worthwhile concern to keep running
on an even keel We hope you do too
The Players need your help
Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles By popular request the PHIL
BROOKPETE OXBOROUGH
JAZZ QUARTET are returning to
St Margarets church Breckles on
FRIDAY 17th SEPTEMBER at 730
pm The Quartet also features Ivars
Galenieks bass and Bob Dore
drums Tickets are pound1250 to
include refreshments and can be
obtained from Margaret Morfoot
Telehone 01953 498286 There will
be a beer and wine bar from 7 pm
This is a very popular evening All
proceeds for the upkeep of St
Margarets Church Breckles
Breckles is on the B1111 4 miles
north of the A11B1111 junction
Watton Ballroom Dancing Association
Queenrsquos Hall Watton 8pm till 11pm
Admission pound350
Saturday August 7th Mike 01953 882799
Wayland High School Students‟ British Science Association CREST Award
Twelve Year 9 students at
Wayland High School have
received the British Science
Association‟s CREST award for
designing and producing industry
standard batik artwork bags It is
the first time that the school has
entered the CREST awards
facilitated by The Exchange
(Norfolk Education Business
Partnership) who provided a small
bursary to support the batik
project Photograph of the students
with Batik bags and certificates
attached
Jan Cockburn from The Exchange
who visited the school to present
the awards at a Year 9 assembly
said Congratulations to the
students who carried out the batik
project You have shown great
enthusiasm for the subject and
fully deserve the national
recognition provided by a British
Science Association CREST
award
Val Wenham teacher and batik
artist who led the project said
The students learned the full batik
process including use of wax and
dyes initially experimenting on
paper before developing their
designs for the bags They created
designs that could be reproduced
on an industrial basis and studied
the technological and commercial
side of working in batik
Sadly one of the awards was
presented posthumously Alastair
Codling who also took part in the
batik project received his twin
sister Claire‟s award Claire
passed away earlier this year
For more information about the
work of The Exchange see
wwwnorfolk-exchangeorguk or
tel 01953 601439
For more information about British
Science Association CREST
Awards see
wwwbritishscienceassociationorg
webccafCREST
Pictured left to right are - Back Ellis Stone Harrison Cutts Sophie Shaw Ben Rees Martha Watts Stephanie
Parker Lauren Symons Megan Kennedy Front Alistair Codling Cameron Goldie Sam Beckwith
Our meeting in July had a
slightly different format to the
usual system We held a coffee
and chat event and we accepted a
cheque on behalf of Diabetes
UK for pound1136 presented by the
former chairman of Breckland
District Council
John Rogers The chairman of
our group Ron Thompson
accepted the cheque and said that
the money would be used by
Diabetes UK to help to fund
holidays for children with
Diabetes Councillor John
Rogers was warmly thanked
(Please see separate article for
picture page 14)
At our next meeting on August
9th two of our members will be
talking about the work they do
with the Retired Greyhound
Trust They are going to be
bringing a couple of their four
legged friends too John and Rod
will be suitably tethered to stop
them straying around the tables
and getting in the dogs way
The meeting starts at 1015am at
the Pentecostal Church Watton
(whom we thank for the use of
their facilities) all welcome For
further details about the group or
any of the meetings please
phone Helen 01953 884713 and
leave a message and I will get
back to you as soon as I can
We are have a special meeting on
the 13th September when we are
very fortunate to have as our
speaker Richard Lane OBE
President of Diabetes UK Some of
our members met Richard for the
first time last year and were very
taken by him and his frankness and
honesty about his Diabetes and
what has happened to him He is a
very interesting man and we are
very lucky he is available to come
and speak to us
We will be providing a light buffet
lunch for this meeting at a cost of pound5
per head and we would be pleased to
invite you to join us Because we
need to know numbers for the
catering arrangements please could
you phone David 01362 696781
before August 9th if you would like
to attend this special meeting
Watton amp District Group - Diabetes UK
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 19
Poet‟s Place Poet‟s Place is open once more to all readers to
submit their own work for publication All
contributions are welcome and will be printed
unedited for reader‟s enjoyment
A GOOD DEAL
When I‟m watching the birds in our garden
Little lambs that gambol in fields
I thank God I have such perception
This is what I would call a good deal
A small child with a smile that is wistful and shy
And a look to melt hearts made of steel
With a grasp of tiny soft fingers
Makes me realise what a good deal
Our cat usually independent and strong
Purrs around at my feet rubs my heel
I know it‟s because he wants feeding
He knows he is on a good deal
When dining out at a pub or cafeacute
I go where they serve a fine meal
With the atmosphere right and excellent food
Best of all I will get a good deal
Shopping in town for my clothing
Can be such a blinking ordeal
I go and intend not to overspend
And resolve I will get a good deal
Deciding on presents for Christmas
Then doing my best to conceal
The parcels I‟ve bought for each person
It‟s fine to receive a good deal
The flowers that grow in my garden
I planted in Spring with such zeal
Are now blooming so bright with such colours
I can see I have got a good deal
When I meet with my friends for a bridge game
My excitement I try to conceal
When the cards that I hold help me win lots of points
It‟s because I‟ve been dealt a good deal
Edith Pleasance copy 290906
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And get your copy of the Mid-Norfolk Times at these businesses
Great Ellingham Village Stores amp PO
Long St Gt Ellingham 01953 452 155
Post Office Fresh Bread amp Milk Daily
Rocklands Post Office amp Stores
The Street Rocklands 01953 483 217
Car Tax Lottery Fresh Milk
Quick Stop Church Street Attleborough
01953 458 036 Italian Wines 2 for pound5 Wide range
of Polish Foods available
Old Buckenham Stores The Green Old Buckenham
01953 860210 If you purchase goods from the shop costing over pound50 (excluding the post office cigarettes lottery and Paypoint) in one transaction then you will be entitled to claim a bottle of Italian wine (worth pound5)
Lovells Post Office amp Stores
Market Place New Buckenham
01953 860 351
Village Stores Market Street East Harling
01953 718115 A wide range of products in stock
Anne and Kevin Ledgard
Londis News Extra
High Street Attleborough (Opposite Sainsburys)
01953 453 257 Newspapers amp magazines
Wide range of confectionery tobacconist Wide range of Wines Beers and Spirits
Londis Banham 01953 887320
Your Local Village Supermarket
Watton University of the Third Age (U3A) Forty eight members enjoyed the tour
of North Norfolk by train and coach
A superb cream tea at Bircham
Windmill rounded off the tour in style
The next trip is a tour of the Fens with
a professional guide on Friday 17th
September The booking list is now
open contact Ron on 01953 889951
The Croquet Group is now playing at
the Watton Sports Centre on a
Tuesday afternoon New players
would be most welcome including
visitors (potential new members) For
playing times contact Margaret on
01953 882136 Alan Bickers is the
new Leader of the Pub Lunch Group
who will have their first meeting on
Thursday 12th August
Next venue for the Garden Visits
Group is Dunbheagan House near
Dereham with music in the afternoon
and teas in aid of the St Johns
Ambulance Meet at 130pm in the
Queens Hall car park Transport can
be arranged Contact Susan on 01953
881373
The next monthly meeting is on
Thursday 26th August when the
speaker will be Barbara Miller with
ldquoNorwich over the Waterrdquo
The Membership Secretary can be
contacted on 01953 885358 For
further information on the National
U3A go to wwwu3aorg
On Thursday 24th June the
announcement was made in London of
the winner of this year‟s Carnegie
medal That prize has been awarded by
children‟s librarians almost every year
since 1936 for an outstanding book for
children and young people Since 23rd
April when the short-list was
announced 50000 children in schools
all over Britain have been reading the
eight novels - nearly 3000 pages of
high quality fiction Thirty of those
very dedicated readers met on the same
day in Attleborough High School
Library to spend two hours in lively
debate with their guests from Old
Buckenham High School sustained by
strawberries cheese straws and home-
made cakes
The event organised by the school‟s
librarian Helen Gage greatly engaged
the students and staff and much heated
argument about which was the best of
the books on the list ensued The group
voted for their own choice of winner
took lots of photographs and then at
the time stipulated by the Carnegie‟s
national organisers opened the
envelope containing the name of the
winning title Neil Gaiman‟s bdquoThe graveyard book‟ Of the gathering in Attleborough High School‟s
library student Ellie Halls (pictured above) was the only one who had firmly backed that choice In
November the long-list for next year‟s award will be published ndash and the whole wonderful process
will begin again We can‟t wait
Carnegie medal celebration the Attleborough High School big debate
Wayland Happy Circle Our July meeting was a social afternoon with a Beetle Drive followed by a Strawberry Tea Shirley
welcomed 25 members and 1 visitor and seven birthday cards were distributed Our former President
is making good progress and we hope to see her back amongst us soon
Shirley organised the Beetle Drive the first session being won by Molly and Maureen and the second
by Jenny Two of members Margaret and Jenny had prepared the strawberries and cream and these
were enjoyed by all with shortbread and a cuppa The usual raffle was held to close the afternoon
25 members and guests will be going on the outing in July and tea will be taken at Elveden Visitor
Centre followed by a tour of the Stanta Training Area
Our next meeting will be on 3rd August when Tina Cruz will talk to us about Portuguese cooking
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 20 News
July 1st ndash The day that Rotary
Clubs all over the world install their
new presidents And this year
Watton was no exception Outgoing
president Richard Akister handed
over to new president Doctor Mike
Harvey (see pic) Health problems
caused Mike to take early
retirement as a general practitioner
and having come to Norfolk and
settled in Shipdham some 5 years
ago he was introduced to the
Watton Rotary Club and thought it
would be a good platform and outlet
for his considerable energy and
skill He was an instigator of the
Watton Club‟s very
successful fundraising
drive in support of the
bdquoBalloons for Hearts‟
initiative in 20078 With
the help of 2 other Rotary
Clubs pound5300 was raised
and a giant cheque was
presented to the campaign
coordinator We hear that
the cheque is still on
display in the cardiac
reception area at the
NNUH Mike intends to
continue his ministry of the
Watton Club with a
medical flavour
As a prelude to the presidential
handover in both clubs Watton
Inner Wheel and Rotary Clubs
joined forces and held a most
successful bdquoround the houses‟ or
bdquosafari‟ supper Changing sets of 3
or 4 couples rotate around each of
several members‟ houses for the
various courses of an evening meal
with everyone landing up at the
President‟s house for the final
course and a bit of party time
Following our visit to New South
Wales Australia last year the
Watton Club is hosting the first part
of the return Rotary international
friendship exchange in September
Eight couples from various places
in NSW are expected they will stay
with Watton members for a few
days before moving on to be hosted
by Rotarians of various other
Rotary clubs throughout Norfolk
and Suffolk More about this next
month Martin Anscombe
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During a debate about jobs and
unemployment on July 7th I made my
maiden speech in the House of Commons
I have focussed my column this month on
the content and inspirations for the speech
in which I set out why I am so passionate
about representing our area
Maiden speeches have a long tradition in
the Commons and new MPs usually
don‟t involve themselves in debates in the
House until they have made theirs
Maidens give new MPs a chance to talk
about their constituency and to outline
some of the issues they aim to work on
I focused my speech on three key
themes the need for a more local
approach to jobs and housing how the
politically correct bdquorights‟ culture
ignores traditional values and the need
for a better politics
The Rural Way of Life
Living and running a business locally I
know how life in rural England has been
overlooked I know how our traditional
values are too often denigrated and how
Norfolk has become increasingly
marginalised
ldquoTackling that sense of marginalisation
in order to unlock the talents and
aspirations of its people are the
central theme of my work as [an] MP
The people of Mid Norfolk feel
marginalised by the decision-making
process and too often forced to change
in ways that they have neither chosen
nor like The small local voluntary and
rural is all too often crowded out by the
big national professional and urban
[R]ural Britain has been especially
hard hit by unemployment during this
recession and my constituency has
pockets of rural deprivation which are
often hidden Pensioner poverty can
be especially invisible
ldquoPost offices pubs and village shops
close while more and more people are
forced to commute increasing distances
from the mass housing estates that have
been forced on our market towns and
councilsrdquo
ldquoThe people of Mid Norfolk sent me
here to speak up for them so I shall
[They] have found themselves
increasingly powerless in the face of a
tidal wave of legislation and big
government from Europe Whitehall
and unaccountable regional quangos
Many worry that our culture has been
hijacked by an increasingly intolerant
politically correct anything goes
multiculturalism which seems to have
too little respect for the longer
traditions of tolerance personal
freedom and responsibility embedded in
our traditional heritage By pumping
the bellows of local empowerment I
believe that we can reignite the embers
of a culture which can and should be
allowed to coexist with metropolitan
Britain to mutual benefitrdquo
Economic opportunities
Having run my ldquoNorfolk Wayrdquo campaign
for over three years I know how urgently
we need new jobs and opportunities in
Mid Norfolk Average wages here are low
and I wanted to focus on how we can
reignite our economy and strengthen local
communities and services
ldquoIn my three-year candidacy I insisted
on another way we call it the Norfolk
way a vision of a vibrant rural society
based on a renaissance of rural
enterprise smaller pockets of mixed
housing spread more fairly and
sustainably fast-growing small
businesses and jobs back in our villages
and towns less commuting a richer
mix of ages and blue and white-collar
jobs in active communities
ldquoSome may ask Where are those new
jobs and businesses to come from Let
me tell the House Situated between
Norwich and Cambridge are two of the
worlds leading centres of scientific
research and innovation in food
biomedicine and the clean
technologies all of which are so vital
to the global challenges that we face
Mid Norfolk is perfectly positioned to
become a hub of entrepreneurial
activity and new jobs With the world-
leading John Innes centre the Institute
of Food Research world-class
agriculture and high-tech engineering
along the A11 corridor we can lead
those new economic sectors on which
we will increasingly dependrdquo
ldquoAs someone who came to politics after
a 15-year career in creating new
technology businesses I hope to be able
to put my experience to good use in that
area However that revolution cannot
happen without two essential things
new models of investment in
infrastructure including the A11 rural
broadband and rail links and some
local leadershiprdquo
Giving People Responsibility
I believe in giving local communities
power Residents in a village know the
problems they have and usually know
how to solve them better than somebody
in an office miles away During my
speech I called for a new approach
ldquoThe stale post-war model of statist
centralisation and dependence on the
Whitehall handout has failed Norfolk
Rural Britain is the repository of
some important virtues that our modern
culture has neglected a deep belief in
self-help and responsibility an
insistence that everybody in a
community has a role and the rejection
of a shallow media cultures obsession
with celebrity and a love of the small
the different and the local These are
qualities that are deeply rooted in the
English character
ldquoAt the heart of this manifesto is a big
idea that citizenship is forged
through the empowering act of the
state granting responsibility to its
citizens That is the central idea which
has brought me into politics as a
Conservative and which I am delighted
is once again the idea at the heart of
modern Conservatism and this
coalitionrdquo
It was an honour to make my maiden on
behalf of the people of Mid Norfolk and
if you would like a full transcript of the
speech please email
Georgefreemanmpparliamentuk or
watch the video of the speech on my
website wwwgeorgefreemancouk
The Westminster View
George Freeman is the Conservative MP
for Mid-Norfolk The object of this
column is to help readers stay in touch
with their MP - it is not intended as a
reflection of the political views of anyone
associated with the Mid Norfolk Times
Watton Rotary Roundup
People for Animal Care Trust
(PACT) and Caine Lloyd of
Lloyd Engineering in Watton are
organising an adventure to climb
Mount Kilimanjaro in spring
2011 The intention is to raise
funds for PACT through
sponsorship and to have some fun
doing so
My name is Geoff Bell and I am
one of the people who are taking
part in this Challenge I have the
funds for my part in this challenge
but I fell it would be good to raise
funds for PACT as well
Through the Kili Challenge
PACT will receive funding to
build much needed additional
kennels to house the regular
influx of animals they have
PACT is based in Woodrising
and work hard to ensure the
welfare of animals in Norfolk
PACT‟s web-site is
wwwpactsanctuaryorg and more
information about them can be
obtained from there With your
kind help it would be a great
honour and privilege to extend
my support for PACT by taking
part in this challenge and to be of
help and support to one of the
loves in my life
If you would like to sponsor me
to take part in this challenge and
raise much needed funding for
PACT then please contact me
through Facebook or ring me on
01953-882925 For more
information you can ring PACT
on 01362 820775 or Caine on
01953 881255 I will also be
holding three public collection
days for this outside the Co-op in
Watton on the 18th August 15th
September and 13th October
Thank you for your support
The Kili Challenge in aid of PACT
Picture Supplied
Church Times and Puzzle
Watton Churches Together Service Calendar for August 2010
St Maryrsquos Church Watton 1st 3rd amp 4th Wednesday at 930am Holy Communion
2nd Wednesday Morning Worship Church Office opens Tues
Wed amp Thurs 9am-1pm Tel 01953 881252
margaretchurchadmfreeservecouk wwwstmaryswattonorg
Sun 1st 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
530pm Choral Evensong
Sun 8th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
Sun 15th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Sun 22nd 800am Holy Communion
1000am All Age Worship
12 noon Holy Baptism
630pm Praise and Worship with Shine
Sun 29th 800am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Watton Methodist Church Every Wednesday the Church is open for quiet reflection and
prayer between 1000am amp 1200noon
Itrsquos your quiet place At 1030 there is a half-hour Midweek
Service in the Large Vestry led by the Minister or a Church
Member wwwwattonmethodistbtikcom
Sun 1st 1045am Rev Barbara Winner Holy Communion
630pm Rev Brian Eagle
Sun 8th 1045am Mr Richard Hompstead
630pm Mrs Janet Roebuck
Sun 15th 1045am Mrs Sonia Mann
630pm Mr Brian Lawrence
Sun 22nd 1045am Mrs Elsie Warby
630pm Revd Barbara Winner Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1100am Section Service at Saham Hills
Mr John Winner
630pm Rev Brian Eagle Holy Communion
Roman Catholic Community Each Sat 530pm Mass at Watton Methodist Church
Pentecostal Church Dereham Road Watton There is a Noahs Ark Sunday and Kings Kids for children
during the Sunday morning services
Sun 1st 1030am Morning Service with guest speakers
Christian amp Ann Fernandez from La Rochelle France
Sun 8th 1030am Family Service amp Doughnuts
600pm Prayer amp Praise with guest speaker
Dama Safari from Shalom Africa
Sun 15th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Freed from your past‟
Sun 22nd 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Made in God‟s image‟
600pm Prayer and Praise
Sun 29th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoChanged by love‟
St Nicholasrsquo Church Ashill Tuesdays 1000am Said Holy Communion
Sun 1st 930am Lay Led Morning Worship
Sun 8th 930am Morning Worship
Sun 15th 930am All Age Worship
Sun 22nd 930am Holy Communion
St Georgersquos Church Saham Toney Sun 1st 1030am Benefice Service of Holy Communion
Sun 8th 1100am Morning Worship and Holy Baptism
Sun 15th 1100am Pet Service
1230pm Holy Baptism
Sun 22nd 1100am Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1030am Group Service of Holy Communion
SS Peter amp Paulrsquos Church Carbrooke Sun 8th 1030am All Age Worship
Sun 15th 1030am Holy Communion
Sun 22nd 1030am Lay Led Morning Worship
1230pm Holy Baptism
St John the Evangelist Church Ovington Thursdays 800am Said Holy Communion
Sun 8th 12 noon Pet Service
Sun 22nd 930am Lay Led All Age Worship
Breckles Caston Great Hockham Griston Merton Stow Bedon
Thompson
Worship Calendar August 2010
Sunday 1st August
1030 am United Holy Communion Thompson
Sunday 8TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Breckles
(Patronal Festival)
Sunday 15TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Gt Hockham
1030 am United Holy Communion Caston
Sunday 22ND August 900 am Holy Communion (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Gt Hockham
Sunday 29TH August
1030 am United Holy Communion Griston
Sunday 5TH September
1030 am United Holy Communion Stow Bedon
Our Pram Service Sunday Club amp WAY youth group
will resume in September
Enquiries The Revd Bob Nichols Tel (01953) 483222
Email revbobnicholsgmailcom
All Saints Church Threxton Sunday 1st August at 10 am
Scribble Pad
Across 7 One looking for riches (76) 8 Something to keep the claws in shape (8) 9 An assistant would be an idea (4) 10 Snap a biscuit for Christmas (7) 12 This clue might lead you the wrong way (5) 14 Fused fuse (5) 16 Feminine pronoun (7) 19 A phaser setting used by Captain Kirk (4) 20 A reserve supply to be drawn on (8) 22 but loose (553)
Down 1 A bright star from Avon (4) 2 Slopey writing (6) 3 infield pagan (7) 4 as chips said the chick (5) 5 Inherited (6) 6 Use this to change names (44) 11 Compared to a relation (8) 13 Earth shaking (7) 15 Of the coldest season (6) 17 How warm snow goes (6) 18 The sound of teddy bears (5) 21 Burn to charcoal (4)
PUZZLE CORNER
pound10 PRIZE CROSSWORD
Would you like to win a pound10 Voucher to spend Simply complete
the crossword on the right and drop it in to The Wayland News bin
at (or post it to) Adcocks 32 High Street Watton Norfolk IP25
6AE before the paper deadline All correct entries will be put into a
draw and the winner will receive a pound10 voucher to spend In the
event of any dispute the decision of the Editor will be final The
clues are a mix of cryptic and easy with one or two anagrams
thrown in just to make it more interesting
The correct solution will be published in the next issue
Last Month‟s Puzzle The winner of last month‟s pound10 prize was Mrs S Dockray of
Nelson Court Watton Well done Mrs Dockray
Thought for the month By Rev Barbara Winner Methodist Church Well the World Cup was disappointing for some of us and so
was Wimbledon There doesn‟t seem much to celebrate Or is
there
There was once a speaker who started off one of his talks by
showing everyone in the audience a pound50 note It was a crisp
new note He asked the room full of people who would like
the pound50 and it was no surprise that most hands went up He
then proceeded to crumple the note up in his hand and then
asked who still wanted it The hands stayed up Next he
dropped the note on the ground and started to grind the note
with his shoe When he picked it up it was dirty and
crumpled When he asked who still wanted it the hands stayed
up Well of course they did ndash just because it was crumpled
and dirty didn‟t prevent it being worth the pound50 just as it had
been in the beginning when he started his talk The note was
still of value ndash the value hadn‟t changed
We are in a time of change and cuts and we don‟t quite know
what‟s coming next But whatever cuts and changes come
however much we feel the effects our value as people has not
changed Life throws all sorts of things at us and we can end
up feeling crumpled and trodden on In God‟s eyes we are
loved and precious ndash valuable And no amount of cuts
changes and troubles will change this God‟s love for us is a
pure gift ndash it is not subject to cuts and change We read in the
Bible that God so loved the world that he gave his son that we
might have life And what‟s more it is a gift freely given
Now that really is worth celebrating
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 22 News
MOTs pound3500 VEHICLES FROM V 99 ONWARDS pound40 FOR OLDER VEHICLES
IVAN CHUBBOCK GARAGE SERVICES
SHIPDHAM
Tel 01362 820416
Has Your PC Slipped a Disc Netted a virus Mouse trapped and
wont work now
For all manner of computer repairs and support
Call Julian Horn on 01953 881885 ldquoSilver Surferrdquo support a speciality
SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEAS Hosted by St Maryrsquos Church in August
Sunday 15th August Christian Community Centre 230pm until 4pm All
welcome - please come along and bring family and friends
Watton United FC have begun
preparing for life in Anglian
Combination Division 1 by
appointing ex - Diss and Watton
player Paul Nicholls to assist with
training and match days whilst he
awaits his return to football from a
serious injury Manager Vince
Harwood has welcomed his return
to the club in a coaching capacity
and hopes his experience at a
higher level will improve the
young players currently at the club
Further changes behind the scenes
include the appointment of Ian
Hunt and Christian Hayward to
assist with running the reserve
team this season and they are
encouraging any new players to
attend training on Wednesday
nights at Watton Sports Centre
(7pm start)
The club has also arranged a number
of Preseason friendlies for the first
team all at home versus Watton
United 18s Dersingham Rovers
(Friday 6th August) and Thetford
Rovers (Wednesday 11th August)
kicking off at 645pm Their first
league fixture is a local derby away
at Wymondham Town on Tuesday
17th August
The reserves new management
team are looking forward to home
games against Thetford Rovers
Reserves (Wednesday 4th August)
and an unnamed team (Friday 13th
August) before their season starts
on Thursday 19th August away at
Mattishall Reserves All games
Kick off at 645pm
The club also have a number of
advertising opportunities available
this season with programme
adverts and advertising boards at
the ground all priced at pound50 for the
season Anyone interested should
contact Paul Woods on
07917361762 or email
infowattonunitedfccouk
Getting ready for the new season
For a small very rural bowls club
Ashill has exceeded all expectations
this year Our men reached the
quarterfinals of the Bales Cup and
Peter Bunn Colin Breeze Bob Hall
and Alan Willer reached the same
stage in the Norfolk County Fours The
men also lie 2nd in the Central North
Division just a half point behind
Thetford The ladies section not to be
outdone have also faired very well
Chris Bailey reaching the quarterfinals
of the County Unbadged Singles
before succumbing to an opponent
from Freethorpe she Inga Healy and
Jackie Taylor got to the quarterfinals of
the Coronation Cup and the latter two
and Sheila Malyon reached the semi-
finals of the County Triples before
being beaten by Diss at RG Carters
In the mixed competitions we
overcame Long Stratton Thetford and
Connaught (the latter two on their
home greens) to reach the semi-finals
of the Jermy Cup our opponents being
Freethorpe on Sunday 18th July at the
neutral green of Wymondham and just
recently we won the Coral Cup played
at Watton Bowls Club So far it has
been a very successful and enjoyable
season despite the vagaries of our
uncertain weather
Ashill Bowls Club minnows on a high
The sunny warm and dry weather
has turned parts of the course brown
but has made for some exciting golf
None more so than in the June
monthly medal when David Flack
playing off a handicap of 10 shot a
net 62 In the same competition
Martin Parker achieved a hole in 1
on the par three 12th hole which
made him very happy but led to a
large dent in his bank balance
Recent Stableford competition
winners were Tony Bonner Alan
Blythe Phil Barrall David Wakeford
and David Packard
Recent inter-club match results were
versus Eaton Away lost 2frac12 - 3frac12 V
Royal Cromer away lost 1frac12 - 4frac12 V
Costessey park at home lost 2frac12 -
3frac12 V Gt Yarmouth at home won
5frac12 - frac12
The Seniors Open was held on 1st
July and approx 50 players
representing 14 different clubs
played in a stableford competition It
was an excellent day enjoyed by all
and the winner was George Axten
from Kings Lynn A separate
competition for Richmond Park
members was won by David Adcock
Richmond Park Golf Club Senior Section
On Saturday 21st August at Ashill
rectory Garden there will be a Fun
BBQ from 4pm to 8pm Tickets are
just pound5 for adults and pound250 for
children and include BBQ Salads
and delicious desserts
We hope to raise enough money at
this event to fund another year of
education for children in Uganda
who we have supported for six years
Tickets are available from Ann Bunn
on 01760 440 150
Fun Barbecue for Ugandan Children
The Annual Summer Show will
be held on SATURDAY
AUGUST 7trade This is an
opportunity for residents of
Rocklands and the surrounding
area to exhibit Fruit and
Vegetables Flowers Cookery
Art and Handicrafts and for the
children to show off their skills
in various classes
Entries for the show are
accepted between 9am and
12noon with judging
commencing at 1pm Doors are
open to the public at approx
330pm Show Schedules are
available from Post Office
Stores Rocklands or Margaret
Lister
If you feel you would like to
take part in our Summer Show
and would like more
information contact Margaret
Lister on 01953 483417
Annual Summer Show at Rocklands
Celebrations Celebrations You are all warmly invited to join
us at Choral Evensong at St
Mary‟s Church Watton on
Sunday 1st August at 530pm for
a special service of prayer and
beautiful church music and
afterwards for tea and cake
This is a celebration as our church
choir is one of 67 choirs affiliated
to the Royal School of Church
Music in Norfolk
Do come and enjoy the music and
see for yourselves You may
even want to join us We are
always happy to welcome new
members to the Choir
Goods amp services - warranties Repairs for goods can be expensive and it is very
important that warranties provide adequate
protection Unfortunately Citizens‟ Advice Bureaux
continue to hear about clients whose warranties
have not been honoured Here are some of the cases
dealt with by Bureaux throughout the country
Bishops Waltham reported that a woman had
purchased a buggy for pound150 at Babies R Us in
May 2009 She noticed that the elbow joints were
becoming loose and she believed this was
dangerous as it could pinch a child‟s fingers She
took it back to Babies R Us in January 2010 and
they sent it back to the manufacturer which
returned it and stated that the bolts had been
tightened (despite the fact that the joints were
riveted not bolted) The elbow joints did initially
seem tighter but the problem soon reappeared and
so the client took the buggy back again and
complained Babies R Us refused to replace the
buggy but sent it to their quality assurance
department which stated that the problem was due
to wear and tear She asked to see the manager
and explained that the buggy was within the
warranty period and that she was most unhappy
that her child was in danger every time she used
it The manager walked away and would not
discuss it Other customers came up to her in the
store and said they had had similar experiences
Southend saw a man who had bought a second
hand van for about pound4000 from The Van Centre
He had taken it back to the trader twice within six
weeks of purchasing it because the engine kept
cutting out and the client believed it was not safe
to drive Despite the fact that the van was covered
by warranty The Van Centre refused to rectify
the problems The client was frustrated at having
been sold a faulty van and very annoyed that he
received no help when he returned it He was also
very anxious and worried about the safety of the
vehicle especially as he had two children who
travel with him at times
Sometimes failure to honour a warranty is
compounded by other unfair trading practices such
as pressure to upgrade the faulty goods to a more
expensive version or mis-selling of inappropriate or
unnecessary insurance Ash told us about a client
who had problems with a secondhand vehicle She
had purchased a car with a warranty from a local
dealer using a hire purchase agreement In the first
12 months the car suffered repeated electrical
problems which the dealer was unable to resolve
The offer of a courtesy car was not honoured
resulting in additional expense for the client When
the client refused to drive the car again the dealer
encouraged her to exchange it for a newer model
and refinance The client agreed but the finance was
refused as a result of a poor credit rating The client
was left locked in a finance agreement for a car
which she considered unroadworthy despite the fact
that it was under warranty
Southend saw a woman who had purchased a
treadmill from Argos for pound29999 Four months
later she purchased breakdown insurance for pound44
However when the equipment needed repairing
she was told by Argos that the insurance was not
valid because it was taken out more than 45 days
after purchase She was given a handwritten note
saying that the claim was rejected by the insurer
Allianz Kings for this reason and was told that
she could ask them to refund her premium No
other remedy was offered When the adviser rang
Allianz Kings they were told that the insurance
did not cover the fault because the goods were
within the manufacturers two year warranty
period and a claim should in fact be made on this
Allianz Kings said that this is what Argos had
told them and there was no mention of the issue
of when the insurance was purchased The client
was annoyed at Argos for failing to rectify the
situation and identify who was responsible She
was also frustrated that she had been sold and
had begun to pay for insurance which appeared to
be useless and unnecessary at least for the two
years of the warranty
If you think that you have been similarly affected by
consumer issues and you would like help and advice
then please call in to your local Bureau or you could
also contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or
use their website at wwwconsumerdirectgovuk
Sports News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 23
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Ring Lesley Horn For 1 to 1 beginnerrsquos support in your own home
Friendly patient and knowledgeable help with using your computer to find things on the Internet email your family amp
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Attleborough High in the Beach Volleyball Tournament
Three teams from Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre were
entered into the first Norfolk Beach
volleyball Tournament on Great
Yarmouth central beach This was the first
volleyball competition the school has
entered and there was an air of excitement
after some good practice sessions
Two U16 boys teams from Attleborough
High were entered into the 15 strong
league
Team 1 consisting of Richard Adelugba
Daniel Dean Matthew Brookson and Joe
Whiterod took a while to get use to the
sand losing their first game against Notre
Dame 17-9 Communication and
technique improved dramatically and the
Attleborough team went on to win against
Alderman Peel team 2 (25-9) Great
Yarmouth team 2 (23-11) and Oriel team
3 (20-17) The whole team worked well
together with excellent serving and
committed dives shown by all particularly
Richard saw Attleborough Team 1 sail
through to the play-off
Team 2 from Attleborough High consisted
of Callum Langstaff Jake Horscroft
Matthew Miller and Daniel Thompson
Some excellent combination play between
Callum and Jake saw this team win their
first game against Lynn Grove 19-11
Matthew put in some excellent serves in
the second game and Daniel‟s athletic
dives saw another win against Alderman
Peel team 3 (24-18) This team lost focus a
little towards the end and lost their final
two games against Oriel team 1 and Great
Yarmouth team 3 With two big wins to
start the tournament Attleborough team 2
managed to come 2nd in their group and
go into the play-off‟s
Team 1 played two teams to battle it out
for 1st 2nd and 3rd place Confidence was
boosted with great combinations of dig
set and smash to gain a win over
Alderman Peel team 1 (17-14) Next was
the unbeaten Oriel team 1 who always
took 3 touches to control and set up the
perfect smash was Attleborough found
hard to return
Final score here was 11-8 to Oriel
Attleborough Team 1 finished in 2nd
place out of 15 teams
Team 2 from AHS faced Notre Dame and
Oriel team 3 in their play-off and even
though excellent commitment was shown
to get even the slightest touch on the ball
two defeats left them in 6th place out of 15
One U16 girls team from Attleborough
High was entered consisting of Lauren
Willingham Annalise Gray Holly
Warren Ellie Philpott Sinead
Bollingbroke and Charlotte Ord The
girls team had 2 substitutes and took a
while to get use to the rotation of
positions The first game against
Alderman Peel 1 saw a closely contested
battle with some brilliant smashes from
Lauren but unfortunately the final
whistle blew at 17-16 to the opponents
With great determination and some
excellent set plays coming together from
Anna and Ellie the girls team went to
win three of their final games Caister
(19-16) Alderman Peel 4 (20-16) and
Lynn Grove (34-8)
Three out of four wins saw the
Attleborough High School girls through to
the grand final to play Notre Dame Even
though Sinead served brilliantly
throughout the team lost 48-21 leaving
Attleborough U16 girls to finish 2nd out
of 11 teams
Player from Watton United FC took
a break from the World Cup action
this month to try their hand on the
golf course at their 4th Annual Golf
Tournament on Friday 25th June
An impressive total of 23 x 4 man
teams competed this year The
competition comprised of 18 holes
under stableford rules with prizes
for the individual best score and
team score taking the best two
scores on each hole from each team
This year also saw the presentation
of the RICK NEAVE cup in
memory of Watton United‟s former
manager being awarded to the
highest scoring individual who has
played for Watton United FC and a
new award presented to the person
with the lowest overall round
The club were pleased to see a
number of current club members
taking part together with some
familar faces from the past including
ex Watton United Managers Tony
Shipp Bob Taylor and ex players
Andy Hunt Paul Jarvis Daryl
Woodward Andy Campbell and
Richard Spillman Ollie Applegate
Karl Pitcher all appearing in teams
for the first time
Winners were as follows
BEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE 1st B
Taylor (47 points) 2nd H Waters (46
points) 3rd D Rudling (45 points)gt
BEST TEAM SCORE 1st Team
Spillman (S Spillman R Spillman
D Rudling I Bonser (99 points) 2nd
Team Shipp (T Shipp G Rowlands
K Kitteridge T Lyons (97 points)
3rd Team Wordley (S Wordley R
Bailey P Legrice M Mace (95
points)
RICK NEAVE CUP Bob Taylor (47
Points)
LOWEST GROSS ROUND Paul
Matless (72 shots)
OTHER AWARDS Nearest The Pin
(Hole 3) - Jon Sproston Longest
Drive (Hole 9) - Stuart Livock
Longest Drive (Hole 13) - P Matless
Nearest The Pin (Hole 17) - Phil
Patience Wooden Spoon (Paul
Rayner)
The club would like to again extend
its thanks to thanks Simon Jessop at
Richmond Park Golf Club for
providing excellent hospitality
throughout the day and allowing the
club to put on this much needed
fundraiser each year Details of next
year‟s competition will available in
2011
Pictured are the winning team left to
right S Spillman D Rudling R
Spillman I Bonser
Watton Uniteds 4th Annual Golf Day
ST MARYrsquoS CHURCH WATTON
GRAND FETE amp CAR BOOT SALE
on the field next to St Maryrsquos Church Car Park Saturday 21st August from 900am to 100pm
Raffle ~ Games ~ Cakes ~ Refreshments Car boot places at pound4 per car no need to book Please contact the Parish Office 01953 881252
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the publisher cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions
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wwwquotemeprintcom 0845 1300 667
EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 3
Attleborough Coffee amp Chat At St Maryrsquos Church Hall
Behind St Maryrsquos Attleborough Saturdays 10am to 1130 - Come and have a
coffee tea or maybe a scone and most importantly a chat
Following the amazing success of last
year‟s charity event Orphanage supporters
Ann and Terry Mahoney have decided to
put a Western slant
on the proceedings
by staging a ldquoTexas
Barbeque and
Rodeordquo
The event will take
place on Saturday
the 4th September at
Carbrooke Village
Hall from 7pm until
late and will include
Wild Bull Riding
Line Dancing Wild
West Trivia Quiz
and Prize Raffle
Dancing the night
away to Country
and Western
and Rockabilly
sounds
The pound10 admission
charge includes a
Texas style Chilli
and Jacket Potato
served with Anne‟s
special Barbequed
Spare Ribs
Coleslaw and
assorted Tex-Mex
goodies
Terry who is an
executive director of
the Humanitarian Concern Centre in
Kathmandu Nepal has with the continued
support of friends business colleagues and
comedian Frank Carson raised enough
money to pay for rent and school uniforms
for the 28 children at the orphanage and
enough money to provide them with a
healthy balanced diet for the year
Whilst in Nepal last October Terry
managed to negotiate a 5 year rental
agreement with the Orphanage landlord
This will be the first time the children have
been able to live anywhere longer than 12
months The new home has solar water
heating and 3 bathrooms Rather different
to the last one which had one bathroom
between all 28 of them no windows and an
open 4 storey concrete staircase
Terry says ldquoAll these children need in their
lives is some sort of stability what has been
achieved to date is living proof as to what a
relatively small amount of money in our
terms can do for those who literally have
nothingrdquo
All monies received will go directly to the
Orphanage Please come and help support
these childrenhellipwe are sure you‟ll all have
a mighty fine time For further information
please feel free to contact Terry at
tmahoneygotadslcouk or on 07713
122536
Pictured is Shristi Pariyar and some of the
younger children at the orphanage Shristi is
18 years old and has studied hard all the
way through school Her hard work was
rewarded with a scholarship and she is now
studying to become an accountant As the
oldest girl the other kids all look up to her
Texas style barbeque is the next fund raiser for Kathmandu Orphanage
(the five-year land supply) to meet their
RSS quota However the land supply is
often bigger than the Local Planning
Authority wished to allocate due to the
need to meet central targets
Uncertainty remains after the recent
announcement abolishing the Regional
Strategies as it did not abolish the five-
year supply requirement This could
mean that planning authorities aren‟t
able to prevent developments on land
that they were reluctant to put forward
originally and undermine the
Government‟s commitment to foster
more local support on developments
In a report to be presented to Breckland
Council‟s Development Control
Committee on the 2nd August
councillors are told that ldquoBreckland is
short of demonstrating a 5 year
deliverable supply of housing [ ] To
help remedy the situation Breckland will
consider applications for housing
favourably in line with the policies set
out in Paragraphs 71 and 69 and the
other policies in Planning Policy
Statement 3rdquo
The report then goes on to say ldquoIn
order to consider applications for
housing favourably [as above] it may
be necessary to make a departure from
the current development plan rdquo
This change in effect removes the
ability to ensure that development
takes place in accordance with the
current and future Local Development
Framework which has been the subject
of so much work in the past few years
More worryingly for residents living
near open land the report goes on to
suggest that if developers can show
that their proposal is available suitable
and achievable within the next five
years and does not transgress any
national policies then developments
outside the defined settlement
boundary may well be considered
favourably
This is the case with the proposed
development in Watton and residents
both there and near the remaining
green areas of the old RAF Watton site
and elsewhere in the town are deeply
concerned that they may have
unwelcome developments built quite
literally up the their garden fences
According to Breckland‟s own figures
in the report our area will be short of
the five year target by 2475 dwellings
and this has prompted fears locally of a
ldquodeveloper‟s gold rushrdquo as they seek to
gain planning permission on land
previously excluded resulting in
hundreds possibly thousands more
homes in our towns and villages
Mid Norfolk MP George Freeman has
written to Eric Pickles the Secretary of
State for Communities and Local
Government expressing his concern
that if left unaddressed this issue
could allow some property developers
to get around the Government‟s policy
of empowering local communities and
push through unpopular and unwanted
developments
Mr Freeman said ldquothe Government‟s
announcement to give local
communities control over what is
developed on their doorstep in very
welcome However I am concerned
that without a clarification the
legislation may unwittingly create a
Trojan horse The top-down demands
of the RSS may continue in ghost form
unless there is clear guidancerdquo
ldquoWymondham and Attleborough are
perfect examples of a problem we see
across our region whose character is
threatened by unrealistic commitments
to develop large housing estates These
estates are too often unpopular locally
not accompanied by sufficient
investment in local infrastructure and
forced on local communitiesrdquo
ldquoI share the concerns of many of our
local councillors that this may be a
loophole and I‟ve asked the Secretary
of State to clarify the position
urgentlyrdquo
The Mid-Norfolk Times approached
Breckland Council Leader Mr William
Nunn for a comment on Mr Freeman‟s
letter and the land situation in Watton
in particular but he was unavailable
for comment on this matter However a
report by the Interim Chief Executive
on this subject to the same meeting
says that the wards most likely to be
affected by the change are
Attleborough Dereham Swaffham
Thetford Watton Harling
Narborough Shipdham and Swanton
Morleyrdquo and it goes on to say
ldquoIn the financial year (2009-10) Breckland
only delivered 528 new dwellings
Currently Breckland only has a 193 year
supply of land making the District unable
to demonstrate a five year supply of land
Breckland has a high housing delivery
target and it is likely that large
predominantly greenfield sites will be
needed to meet these targets (M-NT
Italics) In future years the adoption of the
Site Specific Policies and Proposals
Document the Thetford Area Action Plan
and the Attleborough and Snetterton Heath
Area Action Plan will mean that
Breckland will be able to demonstrate a
five year supply of land
ldquoWhilst the District does not have a five
year supply of land PPS3 states at
paragraph 71 that they should look
favourably upon planning applications for
housing in areas within the Core Strategies
Spatial Vision In Breckland this refers to
the five market towns and four Local
Service Centres which received a positive
housing allocation Additionally paragraph
69 of PPS3 sets out criteria controlling the
quality and sustainability of housing
development which is predicated in the
five year supply caserdquo
(Continued from page 1)
Developer‟s Gold Rush
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 4 News
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Wednesday 15th September Gorleston Pavilion Summer Show Adult pound20 Sat 17th Sept Bury St Edmunds 930am amp 3pm Return Adult amp Child pound5
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Sat 4th December Daniel O Donnell Christmas Show at Brentwood poundTBA Wednesday 8th December Thursford Evening Show Adult amp Child pound3750
Sat 11th December Christmas Seaside Special Show at Cromer Adult pound22 Sun19th December Christmas Lunch at The Burrage Gorleston Adult pound20
Monday 20th December Wisbech Christmas Market 9am amp 4pm Return Adult pound10 Child pound550
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In September 1st Saham Toney
Brownies will be joining with
other members from Watton
District on an outing to Great
Yarmouth Organised by Norfolk
Girlguiding
It is called Seaside Sparkle and is
part of Girlguiding Centenary
celebrations
On Tuesday 17th August at
730pm at the Wells Cole
Community Centre Bell Lane
Saham Toney Robin Horn is
giving a talk and slide show on his
trip to Peru Robin has written a
short introduction to the talk
Three and a half years ago I
accepted a Macmillan Cancer
Support fundraising challenge
The final part of the challenge was
to spend four days hiking the Inca
Trail high in the Andean
Mountains of Peru This I did two
years ago The adventure took me
through magnificent scenery and
past Inca ruins ending up at the
fabulous site of Machu Picchu -
regarded by many as the eighth
wonder of the world
Come and find out more about his
trip and see the magnificent
scenery he experienced Tickets
are available from Bryony on
01953 889167 or at Adcocks in
Watton at pound3 each and include
refreshments There will also be a
raffle on the evening
Moneys raised will go towards
our special Centenary trip to
Seaside Sparkle - not quite Peru
but nevertheless an Adventure
Bryony Horn
Talk on Peru will help Brownies Sparkle
Almost a year ago I was driving through
Hingham just going past St Andrew‟s
Church when I saw a poster for an
exhibition The art group was having an
exhibition alongside as I discovered a
most talented and sociable group of
ladiesthe Hardingham Textile Group
Creeping quietly into the Church I was
greeted warmly by a number of people
but as my main interest is in working
with textiles I headed straight for a very
special part of an outstanding exhibition
The items I saw and was itching to
handle were of a wide variety and could
only serve to excite anyone connected
with a similar pleasurable pastime
I found out about joining this fabulous
group and did so in September 2009
Since that date I have been able to
explore and experiment with such things
as stitching with metals and clay transfer
printing kantha embroidery needle
painting metal thread work machine
stitching on water soluble fabrics
freestyle Florentine and Banjara bags
The list is endless and caters for varied
ages and levels of expertise
Encouragement and advice is always on
hand and of course there is always the
star pupil who I try to emulate (if only)
Once again it is time for the exhibition
which includes both traditional and
modern pieces in Hingham Church from
Wednesday 1st September to Saturday
4th September 2010 inclusive Opening
times are from 9am to 5pm on
Wednesday to Friday and 9am to 4pm on
Saturday Admission is free The
Hingham and Hardingham Art Group
will be having their annual art exhibition
alongside Steph George
Norfolk County Councils Environment
Transport and Development overview and
scrutiny panel have been told it would cost
pound88m next year (2011-12) to restore roads
to their 2006-07 condition The report
acknowledges that this is unaffordable
The structural maintenance budget this year
is pound367m and Government funding is
expected to be cut further in the autumn
A report to the Panel says that the overall
condition of Norfolks county road network
was relatively stable when assessed last
autumn - but the impact of the harsh winter
and the effectiveness of repairs and
increased investment this year will not
become clear until the roads are surveyed
in the coming autumn (2010)
The panel were told that on A roads early
intervention through measures such as
surface dressing has achieved some
improvements and a reduction in the
maintenance backlog However the
condition of B and C class roads and
bridges has shown some deterioration
Although the condition of roads is
relatively stable year on year
Adrian Gunson Cabinet member for travel
and transport said Since 200405 the
money we have spent on structural
maintenance has remained almost static in
cash terms but inflation means that we can
only carry out about two thirds of the
volume of work we were able to do five
years ago Careful targeting of resources by
our engineers intervening at the right time
with the right treatments has helped
maintain a safe network and limited further
deterioration With even less money in the
years ahead maintaining our roads to
ensure safety and prevent rapid
deterioration is likely to take priority over
improvement projects
It‟s a reading revolution that is sweeping
the country and it‟s now taking off in
Norfolk as people catch on to the benefits
of ebooks
Norfolk County Council‟s Library Service
launched its digital library on 10 May and
between then and the end of June 443
people have downloaded 1085 ebooks
While this falls some way short of the
1010007 traditional books borrowed from
Norfolk libraries in May and June with
more and more people preferring to receive
information electronically the library
service predicts this gap will soon start to
narrow
As with its traditional book loan service it
costs nothing to borrow an ebook from the
library and at the end of the loan period ndash
which can be either seven 14 or 21 days ndash
the ebook file will be automatically deleted
from the borrower‟s device meaning there
is never any danger of paying overdue
charges All people need to borrow an
ebook is a personal PC with internet access
and to be a member of the library service ndash
which is also free to join
Derrick Murphy Cabinet Member for
Cultural Services at Norfolk County
Council said ldquoPhysical books are still
at the heart of our libraries and will be
for a very long time to come The new
ebooks loan service is a great
development though and offers library
members choice about how they want
to read ndash for some people it will be a
more attractive and practical alternative
than borrowing a pile of paperbacks in
person The reaction to ebooks has
been fantastic so far and we‟ll continue
to grow and improve the service
according to demand and customer
feedbackrdquo
The main advantage an ebook has over a
paper or hardback version is that it is
simply an electronic file and thus
completely weightless When stored on an
ereader device potentially hundreds of
books can be taken and read anywhere
making them popular with people who like
to read on the go With the summer
holidays about to start the library service is
anticipating more interest in ebooks from
holidaymakers who like to read on the
beach or by the pool
There are 2426 ebooks in the Norfolk
digital library and up to six titles can be
borrowed by one person at any one time
Ebooks that have recently become available
to borrow include Love in a Cold Climate
by Nancy Mitford Witches Abroad by
Terry Pratchett and The Count of Monte
Cristo by Alexandre Dumas
To become a member of Norfolk County
Council‟s library service visit
wwwlibrariesnorfolkgovuk Existing
members can access the digital library and
borrow ebooks via a link on the same page
Not all ereaders are compatible with the
system Norfolk libraries uses for a list of
compatible devices see the link at the top of
the digital library homepage
Textile and Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Hingham
Maintaining the condition of Norfolk‟s roads bdquounaffordable‟
Some famous people such as Sir Richard
Branson Dame Judi Dench Prunella
Scales Sir Ian Mckellen Joanna Lumley
Sir John Major Felicity Kendal Joan
Collins Sir Michael Caine Stephen Fry
Nicholas Parsons and Bob Flowerdew have
all contributed recipes and stories to a new
book of recipes entitled ldquoAble to Cookrdquo
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of Able
Community Care a cookery book bdquoAble to
Cook‟ has been published with funds raised
from the book sales going to Age UK
(Norfolk) and Connects and Co a charity
which supports young carers
Able Community Care was established by
Angela Gifford in Norwich in 1980 The
company provides live-in carer schemes
throughout Great Britain and the Channel
Islands a true alternative to moving into a
residential care setting
Angela Gifford explained the idea behind
the book ldquoOver the years many recipes
have been passed down to us from care
workers and clients And when considering
how to celebrate our pearl anniversary a
cookery book made up of our care workers
and clients dishes came to mindrdquo
ldquoLater to enhance this idea and to help
raise funds for our chosen charities we
decided to seek recipes from famous
people who had a link with Norfolk and
ask them for a reason why they liked to
cook their chosen reciperdquo
The result is bdquoAble to Cook‟ The book
enables cooks to have fun and cook with
the stars whilst raising money for charity at
the same time ndash the perfect combination
Readers can buy the book on line at
wwwuk-carecom or if you don‟t have
Internet please ring 01603 764567
You‟ll be bdquoAble to Cook‟ with this book
Norfolk County Council libraries invite you to join the ebook revolution
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 5
Attleborough High School and Sixth Form
Centre presented a cheque for pound40700 to
Dr Henry Mannings of Star Throwers the
Wymondham based Cancer support
charity Students of the school had raised
the money for the charity as they wanted to
support the wonderful work that this
charity carries out in the local community
After Dr Mannings presented an assembly
at the school and after a Sixth Form visit
to the charity base students were eager to
raise money to help the important work of
the charity Year 12 students wanted to be
able to donate the funds to provide the
charity with another educational model for
identifying a common form of cancer the
pound407 donated on this occasion will allow
this
Star Throwers (wwwstarthrowersorguk)
has been in development for a number of
years finally launching in September
2009 Star Throwers is a not-for-profit
registered charity run entirely by
passionate volunteers dedicated to
supporting and advising people in East
Anglia who are affected by cancer or are
at particular risk of developing cancer The
charity seeks to provide a range of advice
for cancer prevention and treatment for
sufferers and their families and to develop
educational opportunities so people can
make informed choices about their
treatment and to increase the awareness
necessary for cancer prevention in lifestyle
choices As well as detailed up to date
advice about cancer and all forms of
medical treatment the charity also offers a
range of complementary therapies to
support those who are suffering from the
disease and their relatives These presently
include Massage Reiki Reflexology
family counselling and osteopathy The
charity aims to educate the public on the
prevention of cancer They are constantly
developing their education programme and
can offer focussed workshops on different
aspects of the disease to inform and help
prevention
Dr Mannings commented ldquoStar Throwers
would like to thank Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre staff and
students for the money they have raised
today and in the past for our charity We
have developed good links with this school
ndash Sixth Formers recently attended a series
of workshops at the charity base in
Wymondham It is so important that we
have opportunities to educate young
people about their health whether it be
methods of checking themselves for signs
of cancer or how to develop a healthy
lifestyle that helps to maximise their
chances of preventing cancerrdquo
Dr Henry Mannings of Star Throwers
Charity in Wymondham receiving a
cheque from Asisitant Headteacher
Carmina McConnell with students from
the school at Attleborough High School
and Sixth Form
Centre
If you need some
help or advice or
feel that you could
get involved and
assist Star
Throwers in their
quest to support
those touched by
cancer in East
Anglia please call
on 01953 423304
or go to their
website
Attleborough High School Supports Star Throwers
Sometimes called the father of
English literature Chaucer is
credited by some scholars as the
first author to demonstrate the
artistic legitimacy of the
vernacular Middle English rather
than French or Latin and though
he died in October 1400 his work
echoes down through the
centuries most notably perhaps
through the Canterbury Tales
The Chaucer Man Trevor Eaton
in his visits and performances to
Primary and Secondary Schools
and Colleges all over the country
has introduced some 100000
school pupils of all ages to live
Chaucer
Mr Eaton is a graduate of New
College Oxford and the
University of Kent at Canterbury
A former University Lecturer in
Anglo-Saxon and Middle English
he founded and edited for 30
years the international review
ldquoJournal of Literary Semanticsrdquo
He has published several books
on linguistics and literature and
has commercially recorded 20 full
-length cassettes in Middle
English (for Pearl Records) The
Canterbury Tales (complete) Sir
Gawain and the Green Knight and
Pearl His 2 CD set recording of
Beowulf unabridged in Anglo-
Saxon was featured in
Kaleidoscope on BBC Radio 4
He has given more than 1200
performances of Chaucers Tales
and has appeared at the
Cheltenham Festival of Literature
the Chaucer Festival in
Canterbury Garden Festival
Wales Rochester Literary
Festival and the Swansea Fringe
Festival
The Chaucer Man will visit your
school or college and present your
choice of Chaucers works in
Middle English pronunciation
bringing the texts to life Some
Tales he knows by heart
simultaneously reciting in Middle
English and acting the story
There is no limit to the size of the
audience - the more the merrier in
fact - though an appropriate
number of teachers should be
present If you would like to find
out more you can Contact the
Chaucer Man on 01303 260 380
The Chaucer Man
The World‟s Biggest Coffee
Morning is back and this year
the charity needs your help
even more than before due to
the economic climate Can you
help them If so all you need to
do is register to take part and
you will receive a free
fundraising pack so you can
help even more people living
with cancer
This year‟s bdquoWorld‟s Biggest
Coffee Morning‟ event takes
place on Friday 24 September
Helen Chapman Fundraising
Manager for Macmillan Cancer
Support said bdquoLast year
pound184000 was raised in Norfolk
from 800 events It would be
wonderful if readers who have
held events before could go one
step further by raising an extra
pound50 at their events If everyone
did this we could potentially
raise pound225000‟
There are currently 2 million
people living with cancer in the
UK and one in three of us will
be affected by cancer at some
point during our lifetime
Macmillan is most famous for
its nurses but we do provide
other support including a free
phone line for anyone affected
by cancer financial support for
things like hospital trips and we
also campaign for better cancer
care So every cup of coffee on
24 September really will count
Everyone can make their cuppa
count by holding a coffee
morning at home at work or at
school To hold a coffee morning
for Macmillan register by
calling 0845 602 1246 or visit
wwwmacmillanorgukcoffee
Unable to hold an event Then
why not make a donation to
Macmillan by calling the above
number and paying by debit or
credit card
Will you be putting a smile on your Coffee Mug
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 6 News
The Boo amp Hiss Theatre Company Proudly Presents
an Amateur Production of
Tickets pound5
On Sale Wednesday
1st September
From Mullenger amp Co
High Street Watton
01953 883 474
If you dont find
these pictures of
just a few of the
cast scary enough
Then Just Wait Till
The Spirits Rise
In the
Queens H
all Thursday 23rd
Friday 24th
Saturday 25th
Septem
ber
I am the Archivist and Registrar for the
Pre-1940 Triumph Owners Club and
also the proud owner of two 1930‟s
Triumph Gloria saloons Over the past
10 years I have been busy expanding
the club‟s records to help gain a better
idea of the original Triumph Motor
Company‟s (1923 to 1940) production
of models and numbers manufactured
It is currently estimated that in total
Triumph built 35000 vehicles which is
less than a large motor company such
as Morris would produce in a year
Unfortunately the company collapsed
just before the outbreak of war and
during the Coventry Blitz all
production records were destroyed
Thankfully the Triumph name survived
and became even more popular after
the war when Standard bought what
was then just a bdquopaper‟ company One
of the very few tangible links between
the two companies was Walter
Belgrove Triumph‟s chief stylist who
went on to join Standard and designed
the TR2 sports car
During my research I have met and
corresponded with many past owners
of these coach built cars from all over
the world Receiving so many
interesting accounts of life with these
cars gave me the idea to write and
publish a book featuring them In 2005
I released my first book and following
its success in sales and attracting more
stories and family photos over the past
5 years As the result I have now
published Volume 2
Pre-1940 Triumph Motor Cars from
Family Photograph Albums ndash Volume
2 is a high quality hard-bound book
with 128 pages containing 113
nostalgic memories of life with these
Pre-war Triumphs from all over the
world (including six from Norfolk)
illustrated with bdquofamily snaps‟ from
1920‟s to early 1970‟s It covers a
broad range of Triumph models such as
Super Sevens Southern Crosses
Glorias Vitesses and Dolomites
I am also pleased to say that I arranged
for the book to be printed and bound
locally which is not common these
days with so many printers and binders
closing down as a result of strong
overseas competition
The book costs pound20 plus pound482 pampp
and as with my first book is only
available direct from me at the address
below
I have already started Volume 3 and
with time marching on I am
experiencing more difficulty in finding
people who either owned or
remembered these stylish cars when
they were used as everyday transport
Therefore I will be very pleased to
hear from and speak with anyone who
has memories and photos of these Pre-
war Triumphs so that they can be
saved and enjoyed forever in print
Every account is of great value to me
and the club as at the very least it adds
another car to our records If it is
already recorded I may be able to
advise who first owned it or its
eventual fate
Graham Shipman Brick Kiln Farm
Shropham Norfolk NR17 1ED
Email gsbkfbtinteretcom Tel
01953 498 180
Pictured is Graham standing by the
drivers door of his 1936 Gloria Vitesse
with Roger amp Edna Barnes
Nostalgic motoring book released by local author
Mrs Cath Mills Head Teacher of Great Ellingham And Rocklands Primary
Schools retired form her post in July She joined Great Ellingham Primary
School in 1999 as deputy head teacher In 2003 she became acting head before
being appointed head teacher in 2004 Since then she has led the school forward
through many changes
Mrs Mills has overseen a large building project which gave the school four
spacious new classrooms and transformed the teaching environment The school
grounds have also been rejuvenated with a pirate ship trim trail vegetable patch
and wildlife area The school is now bursting at the seams and a happy and lively
place for the children to learn
In 2007 Great Ellingham went into partnership with Rocklands Primary School
and since then Mrs Mills has had responsibility for both schools
Among other refurbishments Rocklands Primary School now has a new Servery
and can offer proper school lunches as well as vastly extended and improved
facilities for Class One
Superb management has
even enabled this small
village school to maintain
three classes when so many
schools have had to make
cuts
Mrs Mills has taken the
partnership through its early
days and established a strong
relationship that utilises the
expertise from both schools
With her friendly but
thorough approach Mrs
Mills leaves both schools in
good spirits and with great
potential to go forward and
improve She will be greatly
missed and the Governors
Staff and pupils wish her all
the best for her bdquoretirement‟
Both schools now look
forward to welcoming Mrs
Heather Ware as their new
head teacher from
September
Popular Head Teacher Retires
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 7
Rocklands Great Bank Holiday Art amp Craft Fair is on Monday 30th August in Rocklands Manor Meadows and the Big
Black Barns Open from 11 am to 5 pm there will be arts and crafts food drink plants music machines and more
Popular potters like Heather Graham and Felicity Hoyle are coming again and new to us this year is Jo Sweeting
who is exhibiting her stone and letter carving along with many other specially chosen craftsmen Wildlife artist
Jonathan Yule is exhibiting for us this year and miniaturist Edith Clarke is another one of our new exhibitors ndash and
what about Christopher Hoyle ndash do you know his work Come and find out
On the veranda we have the
sketching supremo Chris
Riddell the political
cartoonist of the
Observer and illustrator
and co-author of the
Edge Chronicles
drawing pencil portraits
of you or your loved
ones for only pound500 In
the meadows we have
garden sculpture by Si
Uwin and Martin Pigg
plants for sale Pat Ram‟s
War Memorabilia and
displays of Static
Engines and Iron Works
When you need a rest we
have The Rum Brothers
Band playing again for
us while you eat a
ploughman‟s tea and
cakes hot dogs ice
cream and we have the
bar laid on by the
Rocklands White Hart
The gardens woods and
ponds are yours to enjoy
all day All this for just
adults pound3 children pound100
infants free parking free
pay on the gate
Rocklands Manor
Scoulton Road Rockland
St Peter NR17 1UW
01953 483226
For St Peter‟s Church
e-mail salesbobsmobilescouk
If you happen to be in the Queens Hall
on Thursday 23th Friday 24th or
Saturday 25th September then it
probably will be But it might be hard
to hear over the roars of laughter that
are bound to echo around the Queens
Hall in Watton as the Boo and Hiss
Theatre Company present their 2010
show Laughter in the Dark
In a change from the trend of recent
years of performing popular television
shows such as ldquoAllo Allordquo ldquoAre You
Being Servedrdquo etc and most recently
last year‟s acclaimed production of
ldquoDads Armyrdquo Boo and Hiss have
taken on a really challenging
production of Laughter in the Dark by
Victor Lucas
Laughter in the Dark is an immensely
funny play which takes place at
Creeching Cheeney in deepest darkest
somewhere and strange but very funny
happenings are occurring An oddly
assorted group of people (and we don‟t
mean the cast but rather the
characters though both statements
might be true but I digress) Anyway
this oddball bunch are assembled on a
snowy Christmas Eve to hear the
readings of a will laying down certain
stipulations before they can inherit
their legacies
A creepy butler skeletons ghosts and
rattling chains add to the excitement in
the snowbound house and an uninvited
guest in the shape of a large Red
Indian rampages through this hilarious
romp
This is quite a large production
featuring some of the Company‟s best
loved performers and we don‟t think it
is too much of an exaggeration to say
that we have all been surprised how the
characters have matched the players
From the creepy old Butler played by
Keith Gilbert the delightful Bunny
Tucker played by Stacy Wilkinson
Alethea and Herbert Budget played by
Rita Lake and Alan Abel to Alec
ldquolavish lavishrdquo Ogleby played by
Gavin Challis and his PA Lydia
Prentice played by Fleur ldquoNone Betterrdquo
Revell Lake
With some bright young faces and one
or two more scary old ones there can
be no doubt you are in for a treat We
are not going to give any more away
except to say that tickets go on sale on
Wednesday 1st September so we
suggest you don‟t leave it too long
before you get yours because this looks
like being a sell-out production
Is that the rattling of chains I can hear
Why are there not more litter bins
in public spaces and around
schools Do the police treat young
offenders differently to older ones
How often are school busses
checked for safety
These were just some of the questions
put to the panels of senior public
services officials by the Breckland
Youth Select Committee last Thursday
at the EcoTech Centre in Swaffham
The grillings were the culmination
of a day in which over 80 children
from Charles Burrell Old
Buckenham and Northgate High
Schools and Sacred Heart Convent
School learnt the importance of
getting involved in community
issues and how they can influence
things that affect them
They split into four groups to talk about
the environment anti-social behaviour
leisure and transport Working with
Officers from Breckland Council each
group identified what the common
important issues are and designed
questions which they later put to the
panels
Breckland Council Executive Member
for Communities and Benefits Adrian
Stasiak and his Executive Support
Member Lynda Turner took part in the
event and both were impressed by the
experience
Mr Stasiak commented ldquoI know that
the young people involved enjoyed the
day and I hope it may encourage them
to become bdquoVocal Locals‟ within their
communities Maybe they might even
be inspired to put themselves forward
to become a Youth Councillor in the
next Breckland Youth Council
Elections in February 2011rdquo
Lynda was also impressed by the
quality of the exchanges
ldquoSitting on the panel was a big
challenge with some testing questions
across a wide range of issues It was
also a day of honesty and learning for
all involved The questions also
stimulated discussion and debate and
that is what democracy is all aboutrdquo
Local services chiefs put to the test by youngsters
Northgate high school pupils prepare questions for the panel Kate
Mitchell 14 (left) and Rowan Collins 14
Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair on 30th August
I write this months article after
returning from the funeral of our
oldest regular producer Joan
Redgell who died on 30th June at
the age of 90 Many of you have
been warmed by her knitted gloves
and scarves or charmed by the baby
clothes she knitted We extend our
heartfelt sympathy to John and the
rest of her large family Our other
knitters continue to provide the
lovely garments that have proved so
popular with our customers
Next month you will be seeing
posters in many places promoting
British Food fortnight you dont
have to wait so long to buy British
food at Watton Country Market All
our food is produced within a ten
mile radius of Watton and brought
fresh to Market every Wednesday
morning
Our crafters are all local people too
as well as knitted goods we have a
wide range of etched glass turned
wood CE approved wooden toys
jewellery and greetings cards for all
occasions All our producers are
happy to accept special orders
Our cooks all have current hygiene
certificates and their kitchens have
been checked by the Environment
Agency to ensure food safety in all
our products Our eggs too come
from a local farm
Please visit us any Wednesday
morning between 830 and 1130
am in the Watton Christian
Community Centre Come early if
you want the widest possible choice
In the smaller hall at the rear of the
Centre the Methodist ladies serve
coffee and tea so you can shop and
relax without any extra journey
British food every week at Watton Country Market
The latest in our very successful
Wayland Partnership Craft Fairs is
being held on Saturday 27th
November between 10am ndash 2pm at
the Queens Hall Watton
Our aim is to promote the handmade
work of talented individuals and
provide them with a venue where they
can exhibit and sell their work directly
to the public We also want to provide
the public with an opportunity to
purchase quality handmade crafts and
allow them to speak with the people
who make them
We carefully select exhibitors to
ensure that the standards of crafts are
kept high and that there is a varied
range of crafts showcased at each
event If you are looking for something
different and if quality and
affordability are important to you you
will find what you are looking for at a
Wayland Partnership Craft Fair At this
point in time we have our quota of card
and jewellery producers
Bookings for tables are now being
taken please contact Susan
Hollingworth 01953 880205 or email
susanwaylandorguk for further
information
Autumn Craft Fair
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 8 News
Festival dos Santos Populares em Watton
Esta celebraccedilatildeo acontece
por todo o Pais para
festejar os Santos
O primeiro `e o St
Antόnio que `e mais
festejado na cidade de
Lisboa onde se faz um
casamento onde participam varios
noivos ao mesmo tempo a que chama-
mos as Noivas de St Antόnio
O Segundo S Joatildeo que `e mais
festejado na cidade do Porto em que o
ponto alto da festas satildeo os fogos de
artifiacutecio no fim da noite
O terceiro `e S Pedro que em Sintra
(Lisboa) `e a cidade onde `e mais
comemorado embora como todos os
outros satildeo festejado por todo o pais
Tudo isto `e festejado e comemorado
com muita muacutesica as ruas decoradas
com flores e outras decoraccedilotildees feitas de
papel comida especial como natildeo
poderia deixar de ser a Sardinha e o
Chouriccedilo Assado e a especial soupa de
Caldo Verde como foi feito em Watton
Foi um dia fantaacutestico Com a
participaccedilatildeo de diferentes
comunidades InglesaPolacaLituania
e claro Portugueses Foi um grande
conviviu onde todos se deliciaram com
a comida a musica e o Tempo que
esteve tatildeo quente nesse dia
Com a participaccedilatildeo de quase 100
pessoas incluindo crianccedilas foi um dia
inesquecivel que foi festejado por todos
os partecipantes
A organizaccedilatildeo quer agradecer a todas
as pessoas que tornaram este dia
possivel
O Breckland (suporte financeiro)
Wayland House Watton Junior School
Project Rainbow Watton Service
Centre Tina Cruz ndash Watton Family
Support Rute Ferreira Dulce Pires
Antonio P Teresa Francisco Batista
and Otilia C
O numero da rifa `e o 51
Eu espero que para o prόximo ano
tenhamos mais participantes
OBRIGADO a todos
Festiwal Popularnych świętych w Watton
Tej uroczystości
odbywa się w
całym kraju z
okazji Wszystkich
Świętych
Pierwszy i ktoacutere św Antonio
i najbardziej znanych w
Lizbonie gdzie znajduje się
małżeństwo ktoacutera dotyczyła
kilku chłopakoacutew w tym samym
czasie że nazywa się
Oblubienicą St Antonio
II i S Joatildeo że najbardziej
znanych w mieście Porto gdzie
punktem kulminacyjnym
uroczystości są fajerwerki na
koniec nocy
Trzeciego i S Pedro gdy pos roacutewnież
obchodzony w całym kraju co inne
Sintra (Lisboa) i miasto gdzie i
bardziej obchodzi
Wszystko to i wiele sławy
obchodzony z muzyką ulice
udekorowane kwiatami i upiększanie
inne papierowe jedzenie bardzo
szczegoacutelne ponieważ nie może już być
Sardine i Choriceras Tricorne
specjalnych Soup i palona Green Juice
jak miało to miejsce w Watton
To był fantastyczny dzień Z udziałem
roacuteżnych społeczności Angielski
Polski Litwy i oczywiście po
portugalsku To było wielkie żyli gdzie
ludzie byli zadowoleni z jedzenia
muzyki i pogody ktoacutera była tak gorąca
że dzień
Z udziałem blisko 100 osoacuteb w tym
dzieci był pamiętny dzień ktoacutery był
zachwycony wszyscy uczestnicy
rozdziału
Organizacja chce podziękować
wszystkim ktoacuterzy tego dnia możliwe
Breckland (wsparcie finansowe)
Wayland House Watton Junior
SchoolProject Rainbow Watton
Service Centre Tina Cruz - Watton
Family Support Rute Ferreira Dulce
Pires Antonio P Teresa Francisco
Batista Otilia i C Liczba loterii i 51
Mam nadzieję że więcej uczestnikoacutew
w przyszłym roku Dziękuję wszystkim
Popular Saints Festival in Watton The celebration was about the Saints
that we commemorate for all our
country The first Saint Anthony is
most celebrated in Lisbon City were
they hold a big wedding ceremony with
lots of grooms at the same time
The second is Saint John the biggest
festival is celebrated in Porto City with
a spectacular firework display at the
end of the night
The last one Saint Peter is most
commemorated in Sintra (Lisbon) and
is very important as well
All the celebrations include music and
all the roads are decorated with paper
flowers and other displays The special
food is barbecued Sardines and
Chourico with Soup Caldo Verde like
we did here in Watton
It was a fantastic day This event
had the participation of the many
different communities including
English Polish Lithuanian and
Portuguese The mix of people
enjoyed the food the music and the
weather which was very hot day
With nearly 100 people attending
including children it was an
unforgettable day for everybody
The organisers want to thank
everyone who helped make this
event possible including Breckland
Council Wayland House Watton
Junior School Project Rainbow
Watton Service Centre Tina Cruz ndash
Watton Family Support and Rute
Ferreira Dulce Pires Antonio P
Teresa Francisco Batista and Otilia
C The winning raffle ticket was
number 51 We hope many more of
you will attend next year THANK
YOU to everybody
On August 8th Taylor along with
Tom Dave and his dad Richard
will be embarking on a sponsored
bike ride The intrepid quartet will
be negotiating the blue route in
Thetford Forests High Lodge
The route is over 8 miles of a
tough forest track and the team
will complete 7 circuits over 50
miles in total and should take just
under 10 hours to complete
In January Taylor successfully
completed a scholarship weekend
at Gordonstoun School in
Scotland and has since been told
that He has won an all-round
scholarship to study there
Mr Rose Wayland Community
High Schools Head teacher said
ldquoTaylor is a remarkable young
man very determined and
motivated keen to increase his
knowledge and understanding
across all the subjects he studies
Since his early trip to
Gordonstoun last year I have had
no doubt he would gordquo
ldquoHe has developed into a very
mature and intelligent young man
ndash we are very proud of what he
has achieved so far and are sure
he will make his mark in society
in years to come He will be the
10th student to gain a scholarship
to Gordonstoun in the last 3 years
and will be a great ambassador for
Norfolk and Wayland Well done
Taylorrdquo
Taylor has developed a caring
nature growing up helping his
parents with his disabled sister
and is keen to enrol in the local
services and also the international
service that is on offer at
Gordonstoun He is also keen to
join the Royal Navy as an
Engineering Officer
The team will be raising money
for the Gordonstoun Fund and
also for SSAFA ndash Soldiers
Sailors Airmen Families
Association forces help Taylor
would like to give back to the
Gordonstoun fund so that others
can have the chance that he has
been given
For more details or to sponsor a
member of the team go to
wwwmerijetacoukbikeride or
call 07547 ndash 669688
Riding to Raise Funds
ART Stoke Ferry Church The All Saints Painters 2010
exhibition proved to be even more
successful than last year The artists
welcomed around 500 visitors to the
event All commented on the very
high quality and variety of work
displayed and on the beauty of the
venue Many originating from Stoke
Ferry shared memories and were
delighted to find the church in such
good order and in use again
The artists thank all who came to
view or buy The All Saints
Painters are particularly grateful to
their Patron Kit Hesketh- Harvey
for generously allowing them to use
the church building and to all those
who supported their exhibition by
publicising the event
Flushed with this years success
The All Saints Painters aim to
hold a better and bigger exhibition
next year from Saturday 21st May
to Sunday 5th June 2011 The
artists look forward to welcoming
many more visitors to this annual
feature of the Stoke Ferry
calendar Please come along to
enjoy a delightful event in a lovely
venue and to support local Norfolk
artists
Loch Neaton Management Committee 2010 Annual General Meeting The Annual General Meeting of
the Loch Neaton Management
Committee will take place at
1900 on Monday 12th August
2010 at Watton Sports Centre
Dereham Road Watton
All persons are invited from the
area of benefit to which the
Charity refers which is Watton
plus a four mile radius
Should anyone from the area of
benefit wish to be considered for
one of the elected posts then
application forms can be obtained
from Watton Sports Centre and
Adcock‟s High Street Watton
The forms must be returned by
1200 Saturday 7th August 2010
to Paul Cooper 21 Nelson Court
Watton IP25 6EL
Picture Supplied
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A Professional Machine Quilting Service
You do the patchwork I do the quilting
For Quilting Wadding amp Backing Prices
wwwharmonyquiltingcouk
Tel 01953 882484
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 9
Our annual School Fete and Family
Fun Evening in July was an immense
success our most profitable to date
Massive thanks go to the PTA
committee for organising this and
spending many weeks labouring over
the details Also a big thank you to all
members of staff parents pupils and
public who turned up to support the
event and to the many governors who
appeared in force to help set up and
man stalls It is a perennial problem of
ours being such a little school that we
have many wonderful ideas and too
few parents to enact them Finally
thanks are due to all the local
businesses which supported this event
with their generous donations of money
and prizes
The BBQ and noodle stand were
hugely popular as of course was the
bar Children enjoyed the inflatable
slide and bouncy castle bowling for the
pig duck fishing lucky dip and
everyone enjoyed the dancing karate
and guitar demonstrations Of course
there were heaps of other smaller stands
all providing much fun and succour It
was one of the hottest days of the
summer so far and this brought many
folk out to promenade around our local
village hall and a great evening
finished with live music from a local
group
Sports Day the following Wednesday
did not have quite such good weather
but that was a relief to all those
participating in the races as well as the
onlookers All pupils worked very hard
for their team and had great fun The
parents were particularly competitive in
the bdquotossing the pancake‟ race It was
very close between the teams this year
but congratulations are due to the Blue
team The entire school had a grand day
out at the Norfolk Show Staff and
helpers did an amazing job keeping
track of the children amongst so many
people The pupils completed lots of
school trails - the dancing sheep were
particularly popular We also visited the
Ben Burgess stand where the school
students were very fortunate to see an
exhibition of their own agricultural
artwork
The whole school attended the
dress rehearsal of the English
Youth Ballets production of
Sleeping Beauty at the end of
June For almost all children
this was their introduction to
this art form It was a
spectacular production - made
all the more because apart
from the principal dancers the
caste was made up of young
dancers from local dance
schools - including two pupils
from Great Ellingham In an
unusual and ingenious twist to
the traditional tale the fairies
(good and bad) were Princess
Auroras aunts and instead of
the thick forest growing around
the castle the 100 years sleep
was conceived of in terms of
cryogenics the characters
being preserved by being deep-
frozen
Finally the end of the school
year was celebrated in true
Rocklands style with a year six
leavers assembly and an all-
singing all-acting production
of Treasure Island We also bid
a very sad farewell to our head
teacher (and that of our
partnership school -Great
Ellingham) Cath Mills is off to
a well-deserved retirement but
if her travel plans are anything
to go by she will not be idle
Many many thanks Mrs Mills
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Rockland School news
Mr Mark Alcock and Mr Chris
Edwards newsagents with more
than 70 years‟ trading experience
between them are pleased to
announce the reopening of the
convenience store previously
known as Candy Cave under the
new name of Shipdham Stores
(trading as Ideal part of the Ideal
Group) Ideal are a cooperative
buying group for the independent
Newsagent and Convenience store
operator throughout the eastern
counties and ensure Ideal businesses
can compete with the supermarkets
by combining their buying power
The store will carry a wide range of
convenience food and groceries
together with newspapers
magazines and an off licence (from
late August) and will reopen
properly in early August They will
also be offering a full delivery
service for newspapers and
magazines to the Shipdham and
Bradenham area
Presently planned to be open from
6am to 8pm it will be run under the
management of Joss Gage whose
previous experience includes his
appointment as Waitrose‟s youngest
department manager in the UK and
also a year with Chris Edwards
Mr Edwards said ldquoMark and I are
delighted to have Joss managing
Shipdham Stores for us he really
understands what customer service
means and we pride ourselves
delivering the very highest
standardsrdquo
Mr Alcock said ldquoWe plan to put
Shipdham Stores at the very centre
of village life delivering quality
products with a quality service
Every single customer is the focus
of all that we dordquo
Mr Edwards added ldquoWe have long
experience of serving Norfolk
people with good value products
and regard every customer as a
friendrdquo
From Candy Cave to Shipdham Stores
It was some 40 years ago when Paul
purchased his first fish and chip shop
in deepest Suffolk 5 years later Steve
joined forces as a business partner and
together they have had fish and chip
shops in Norfolk (a few shops)
London Middlesex Surrey
Hertfordshire Essex and Suffolk
Finally they came back to Norfolk 22
years ago and spent 12 happy years at
Mattishall Fish Bar then they went to
Loddon and following a 2 year break
from the fat and fish due to health
reasons they then had a 2 year run
with a chippie in Norwich before they
had the opportunity to purchase a fish
and chip shop in Watton and the rest is
history
Paul said ldquoWhen we came to Watton
some 6 years ago we were made very
welcome and we would like to thank
each and every one of our customers
who has sampled our fish and chips
and who have become our friendsrdquo
ldquoWe built up such a busy fish and chip
shop serving what we believed was
the very best in good fish and chipsrdquo
As many readers now know Paul and
Steve have sold the bdquoWatton Plaice‟
because of the on-going cancer
treatment Steve is receiving
ldquoChemotherapy is not a very pleasant
treatment and to continue working a 12
hour day was becoming more and
more difficultrdquo
Paul continued ldquoIt was a very very
difficult decision for us to make to
leave a wonderful business with such
loyal customers but health has to come
before wealth and we know that this
chemo treatment Steve is having will
give him a welcome ray of sunshine
for the futurerdquo
ldquoUnfortunately until the exchange of
contracts and completion of the sale of
The Watton Plaice at the same time on
Monday 28th June we had no idea if it
would happen and could not let you
know because we didnt know
ourselves and we are sorry we couldn‟t
say goodbye to more of our friends
personallyrdquo
ldquoAs far as we are aware the new
owners are not changing our operation
and the fish and chips will be the same
so please give them your wonderful
support as you gave usrdquo
ldquoBoth Steve and I wish a heartfelt
thank you to each and every one of you
who were so very happy with our fish
and chips and became our friendsrdquo
There is one rather sad piece of news to
add Sophie Paul and Steve‟s cocker
spaniel sadly passed away with heart
failure on Tuesday 29th June
Farewell to the ldquoPlaicerdquo
We began our June meeting with a
minute‟s silence in memory of Jackie
Swain whose funeral had been in the
morning The main business
commenced amp
arrangements
were made for
the Safari Supper
on July 3rd
The speaker for
the evening was
Gerry Baxter on
ldquoThe Origins amp
Traditions of the
Pearly Kings amp
Queensrdquo The
first Pearly King
was Henry Croft
who left the
workhouse aged
13 to become a
road sweeper amp
rat catcher amp was
involved in the
Working Class
Movement He
decided to raise
money for the
poor when he
befriended a
group of
costermongers
who helped each
other in times of
trouble Henry
decided to dress
up so that when
he was raising money he would attract
the attention of the crowd The first
garment was a flat cap which he
decorated with pearl buttons which
were the cheapest they could buy Then
jackets trousers amp skirts were made
with special patterns of buttons on
them Soon hospitals churches amp
charities asked him to raise funds for
the needy so Henry asked the
costermongers to help Eventually all
the London Boroughs had a Pearly
King amp Queen To this day the title is
passed down through the family Henry
Croft‟s great ndash granddaughter is the
Pearly Queen of Somer‟s Town
Mr Baxter brought along several
garments including his daughter‟s
christening
gown All the
patterns had a
personal
meaning amp he
sews on
several
thousands of
buttons onto
each item We
were surprised
by the weight
of one of his
jackets
Because pearl
buttons are so
expensive amp
difficult to
find they are
re-cycled from
old outfits We
are hoping to
collect real
pearl buttons
amp send them
to him Mr
Baxter also
brought many
photos of past
amp present
Pearly
Families He
now lives in
Suffolk but still holds the title of
Pearly King of Streatham amp
continues to raise money for charity
Betty Campbell gave the vote of thanks
for a most interesting amp fascinating
evening which was appreciated by the
members
The result of the competition for a pair
of pearl earrings was -
1) Judith Adam 2) Brenda Spencer
Next month it will be an Open
Evening when the speaker is Peter
Cook on ldquoMedieval Norwichrdquo The
competition is the oldest newspaper
Attleborough WI
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 10 Gardening
Gardening in Navasota Texas with Helen Quinn Pictured this month is one of the
loveliest flowering trees in this area is
the Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia
indica) It is now available in a
variety of pinks lavenders and reds
and sizes range from miniature to
compact mid-size to large Some of
them have a wonderfully interesting
bark with hues of cinnamon silvery-
grey or light brown some patterned
and some with a peeling
characteristic The Crape Myrtle
Aphid loves this tree and people often
wonder what the sticky substance is
that sometimes drips from the leaves
ndash simply put it is honeydew that
passes through the aphid‟s body after
it feeds Crape Myrtles are often
planted around car parks in the
dividing beds posing a very sticky
problem to anyone who parks under
one They grow so well here that the
ldquobig townrdquo up the road College
Station has designated itself as the
Crape Myrtle Capital of Texas
Sometimes it grows too well and
becomes a pest with far-reaching
underground suckers producing
unwanted trees
The figs are in This year I have the
best crop in quite some time and I‟m
managing to keep up with the birds
and squirrels The variety I have is
ldquoTexas Everbearingrdquo
and true to its name it
will probably have a
couple more fruit
crops before the
weather starts to get
cold The fruit is small but oh-so-
sweet My Farmers Market customers
are very happy to see Fig Jam at last
Figs are thirsty trees so all the rain
we have had with various tropical
storms and distant hurricanes has
been very much to their liking
Another bonus is that in several
places where the branches have
touched the ground there are quite a
few well rooted self-layered young
fig trees People often ask where they
can buy this variety of fig tree and I
have just the place to find them new
homes in the autumn
Speaking of hurricanes it always
amazes me how a storm making
landfall 400 ndash 500 miles to the west
can produce so much rain here The
Gulf Coast from Galveston down to
the Mexican border has been
inundated several times already this
year and many streets in Houston
have been under water on a regular
basis We are inland here (about 70
miles northwest of Houston) so are
usually spared much of the worst of
these storms The grass needs to be
cut twice a week now thanks to the
unusual amount of rain for the time
of year There is definitely a case to
be made for exploring turf grass
alternatives because by the time the
heavy night dew has dried off it is
too hot to push a lawnmower This is
a good time to stay inside and make
dream changes to the landscape ndash in
my case to find a way to eliminate a
lot of the foliage plants in the shade
to help cut down on the mosquito
population Not only do they make
life unpleasant with their voracious
feeding frenzies but some of them
transmit an often fatal disease called
West Nile Virus
Tomatoes are shutting down They just
don‟t set fruit once the night time
temperatures exceed 70F (21C) The
experts advise against trying to carry
the large fruited varieties through to
autumn but with a little pruning they
will produce again once the
temperatures drop Some years we are
still picking tomatoes at Christmas
Small fruited varieties usually do much
better except they grow so large that it
is not unusual to have 10ft vines
climbing all over everything else I like
the Italian ldquopasterdquo type tomatoes such
as Roma or Viva Italia Aubergines
and Peppers especially the hot
Jalapentildeos and even hotter Habaneros
thrive in the hottest weather as long as
they are watered The strawberries are
about done too but they have produced
dozens of runners with happy little
baby plants rooting all over the place
(even in the lawn) Most of the herbs
are thriving except for a few
Mediterranean types which are
protesting against the high humidity
The countdown to cooler weather
begins ndash only two more months to go
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August - holidays dog days of
summer silly season in the press I‟m
writing this on St Swithin‟s Day and
right now it‟s a monsoon Wellies out
for August if you believe the legend
Nothing much happens in the average
garden in August so they say Many
experts will tell that this is the month
for sitting back and enjoying the
fruits of your spring and early
summer labours and if you grow veg
it‟s harvest time They also bemoan
the fact that most of the flowers are
over Since I am no expert I agree
with most of what they say except
that sitting back never seems to be an
option in my garden They never told
the weeds for a start These tough
plants big and small thrived in the
July heat wave when all else fried
drooped or just plain gave up They
went from seedlings to seeding in two
weeks flat so now their descendants
will be there for years One year‟s
seed is seven years‟ weed according
to legend Probably true
As far as a barren month for flowers
goes this is simply not as true as it
may have been some years ago I
have done a very small trawl as to
what‟s available to flower from now
until at least autumn and the choice is
staggering All it needs is a bit of
forward planning with succession in
mind Failing that look at garden
centres nurseries market stalls and
car boot sales for what‟s in flower
Annuals like calendula nigella and
cornflowers will keep going until
frosted but will have set seed and will
return next year I am told that self-
sown sweet peas are earlier and
stronger than those sown either in
October or spring and carefully
nurtured Back to August One of the
best and showiest plants is the
Agapanthus family Some are fully
hardy and some not so it‟s a good
idea with anything that flowers at this
time of year to check labels Fully
hardy usually means down to -15c
frost hardy down to -5c and half-
hardy down to 0c Alchemilla mollis
(lady‟s mantle) is not supposed to be
hardy but mine reappeared after the
hard winter this year It also seeds
about and the seedlings will appear
next year It‟s either a generous plant
or a nuisance The Japanese
Anemone is supposed to be fully
hardy liking full sun or semi-shade
The heat saw mine off Next time
they‟re going in the shade Ceanothus
is an interesting family of plants The
usual ones flower in spring and are
hardy Most people I know lost the lot
in the winter as well as the hebes
However I have come across a
variety of Ceanothus called
bdquoAutumnal Blue‟ that flowers August
to October There‟s also good old-
fashioned Buddleja that seems to be
bomb-proof and I was surprised to
see a listing of 16 different varieties
There are lots of clematis even the
large-flowered ones in bloom from
August onward It is possible to have
clematis in flower every day of the
year admittedly some of them need
either protection or a mild climate
Another old favourite is Astrantia
Originally the Major only was
available in greenish white They
have become so popular in the last 20
years or so that they are now
available in shades of white through
to deepest red and all are good bdquodoers‟
as far as hardiness and ability to stand
up to most of the weather thrown at
them Then we get to crocosmia
(montbretia when I was a kid) - all
shades of red orange and yellow
dahlias (need a separate article) and
some roses will keep going till
November or even Christmas if the
weather is mild and they have shelter
Apart from shopping there‟s still
work to be done Lawns still need
cutting not too short if it‟s dry but
even then if they go brown grass will
recover nine times out of 10 Feed
containers and even tired border
perennials with a liquid tomato food
each week to encourage them to
bloom into the early autumn Keep
picking flowers to encourage more
Alpines that have developed bare
patches of die-back or have become
weedy can be tidied up by in-filling
the patches with gritty compost This
will encourage new growth as well as
improving their appearance
Collect and store seed of hardy
annuals and perennials for sowing
later in the autumn Good plants to try
include Calendula Nigella Cerinthe
Poppies Aquilegia and hardy
Geranium Apart from the hardy
Geraniums all these will happily do
this for you all by themselves
Buy or order spring-flowering bulbs
Some bulbs can be planted now such
as Colchicum daffodils and Madonna
lilies Most of the spring catalogues
are out now making it feel like
autumn
It‟s necessary to keep a check on
pests - spray if you use chemicals but
do this only according to the
manufacturer‟s instructions but for
the organic pick off caterpillars go
on slug and snail hunts and net
against butterflies I know they‟re
pretty but to see cabbages and
broccoli covered in caterpillars is a
nightmare They seem to hatch
overnight all at once even if you
thought you‟d wiped out the little
clusters of yellow eggs I know it
happened to my purple sprouting last
year Net time
It‟s a good time to make a plan for
next year and start thinking about any
seeds you may want Those
catalogues will be on the mat very
soon along with all those Christmas
ones you don‟t want
In your garden with Lotta Potts
Tomato - Tomayto
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Gardening Mid-Norfolk Times Page 11
A meeting was held at the Old
Buckenham Church Rooms on
Saturday 26 June to set up the Old
Buckenham Allotment Society
Eighteen people attended and it was
agreed that Tim Bornett would chair
this inaugural meeting
It was formally agreed to establish an
Old Buckenham Allotment Society
and discussion took place on its
function and its purpose
The Society is to be open to all
individuals who live in the
parish or immediate
neighbourhood and who
have an interest in
allotments or wish to
obtain a plot in the future
Some basic rules were
adopted after further
discussion and debate As
the proposed constitution
would allow the rules to be
amended if at least half of
all members agreed it was
decided to adopt a bdquowait
and see‟ approach to any
rule changes
The following were
elected as officers Tim
Bornett would be
chairman Keith Hodgson
secretary and Tom North
treasurer
The meeting agreed to
seek affiliation to the
National Allotment and
Leisure Society and the
secretary would write to
the Parish Council
informing them of the
formation of the society
There was general debate
on the provision of
allotments in the Parish
and it was agreed to write
to the Parish Council
asking for their working
party on allotments to
meet more often and
provide feedback
Decisions on who would
run the allotments would
await model rules from the
National Allotment and
Leisure Society and an
agreement with the Parish
Council A person wanting
an allotment does not
necessarily have to belong
to Old Buckenham
Allotment Society Some two acres
of land would be needed to provide
up to 18 plots and there was
discussion on the suitability of
possible sites including the provision
of water and access to the plots
It was agreed that members would
pay pound5 as a joining fee and that the
treasurer would collect this at the
next meeting which would be held
on Monday 12 July Courtesy
httpoldbuckenhamblogspotcom
Flowers gardens good company and
a tasty lunch were enjoyed in
glorious weather by members and
friends at the July meeting held in
Joy Tunmores garden Wearing
buttonholes everyone strolled round
the garden for a plant identification
quiz sweet peas were judged and
plants sold
Competitions - Best Corsage was
worn by Sue Blackett Jane Cannells
sweet peas were placed first and
Shirley Betts had the most points in
the plant identification quiz
Next Meeting will be held on 12th
August 2010 at Old Buckenham
Village Hall 2 pm when The Girls
will be arranging from Whats in the
Box
The competition is for an
arrangement in a box and the table
show is for three stems of hot colour
from the border
Visitors are always very
welcome Further details
from Pat 01953 457305
or Sally 01953 788712
The Attleborough amp District
Horticultural Society annual Rose
amp Sweet Pea Show was held as
usual in the beautiful surroundings
of Peter Beales Rose Gardens and
the glorious summer evening
encouraged a good turnout of
members and guests
The award for the Best Rose
Exhibit and the Peter Beales
Trophy went to Ray Snow who
also won the award for the Best
Rose Bloom The Best Sweet Pea
Exhibit and the Len Revell Trophy
was won by Jan Delaney who also
took the prize for the Best Sweet
Pea Stem Sally Westrup took the
awards for the Best Flower
Arrangement and also Best
Photograph
Prior to the presentation of prizes
by the mayor of Attleborough there
was a tribute to Jackie Swain
whose sudden and untimely death
is a great loss not only to
the Society of which she
was vice-chairman but
also to many other
organisations in the local
area She worked
tirelessly behind the
scenes and was always
happy to help out in any
way she possibly could
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Sowing the seeds of an Allotment Society
Our June meeting was entertained by
Jim Paine our speaker for the
evening I met him as he brought in
the first of a number of crates
containing a variety of plants to
illustrate his talk entitled bdquoRight
Plant Right Placebdquo We had to find a
second large table to accommodate
all the bdquoprops‟ for his talk and these
were so large he almost disappeared
behind them Jim started with a brief
resume of what he and his Rocklands
Walnut Tree Nursery do and the
ideas behind their aims Established
in 1998 with partner Clare Billington
Walnut Tree is a traditional nursery
not a garden centre and they raise all
their own plants including trees from
seed with 1000-1250 different
species available through the year
This perfectly describes his principle
that plants should be centre stage in a
garden not the hard landscaping and
decking that can look so tired after a
relatively short while I don‟t think he
cares much for decking They also
use their own garden to demonstrate
the development of plants over a
period of years and have joined with
other nurseries in a marketing co-
operative which operates throughout
Norfolk and we collected some of
their leaflets As they are not in
competition customers get a well-
organised service to set up their
gardens either from scratch or just to
find a plant to solve a particular
problem We were advised to visit
gardens as well as taking information
from books and the media Take a
notebook and camera as well to see
what works and why and then add
lists to your garden plans
Herbaceous borders are labour-
intensive but there again so is grass
if grown properly and far more
satisfaction can be gained from as
wide a border as possible I don‟t
think he cares much for grass either
A good tip also is to try and avoid
using one plant - this can give a
bdquodotty‟ impression so restricting the
palette and using blocks of plants
repeatedly gives more rhythm
So we get from the set up to the aim
of making each garden work for its
owner in terms of understanding
plant ecology and the micro-climate
involved Each garden may well have
some parts in full sun some in part
shade and some in full shade such as
under trees or shrubs There may also
be different moisture levels and
acidityalkalinity levels Equally an
open windy site can be transformed
over the years into a sheltered one as
plants grow so a garden is constantly
evolving So much for the science
Jim then showed us the selection of
plants he had brought Each of them
demonstrated the principles of how to
get the right one in its preferred
setting to do well He really got the
bit between his teeth on this as it is so
important for the customer to achieve
the desired effect He showed us that
hostas and similar broad leafed plants
need some shade as they lose so
much water through their leaves in
transpiration However modern
varieties have been bred to tolerate
sun provided their roots are in moist
soil At the opposite end of the scale
he showed us that pinks have narrow
grey leaves that are covered in tiny
hairs to trap any moisture going and
these and similar upright plants will
be best suited to dry sunny
conditions Another example of this
is the lychnis (woolly lambs‟ ears)
which also has silvery-grey leaves
that feel as though they are made of
felt These self-seed freely and are
well suited to gravel gardens as well
as herbaceous borders If self-seeders
work for you they‟ll help with the
rhythm effect of creating blocks
down the borders all by themselves
Some plants are more robust than
others Astrantia for instance prefers
some shade but will tolerate full sun
as will hardy geraniums
Many of the spring flowering shrubs
and bulbs tend to be happiest in a
woodland area so they can flower and
set seed before the canopy closes
over Think rhododendrons and
bluebells They then have time to
bulk up ready for next year‟s display
Later flowering plants for shade can
have architectural leaves such as
heucherella epimedium brunnera
These all have beautiful leaves
followed by tall stems with dainty
flowers The saxifrage and dicentra
families prefer moist conditions but
will tolerate dry and hate water
logging in winter
After a question and answer session
we were allowed to buy the plants
Jim had brought and the design
element of avoiding impulse buying
went straight out of the window I
don‟t know how Jim packs so much
information into an hour I am sure
he will be receiving more visitors
as a result One other thing to bear
in mind Walnut Tree is local so
from an environmental point of
view the furthest the plants will
travel is from the nursery to your
garden with advice thrown in Beats
the ones that arrive from the
continent in large lorries to sheds
doesn‟t it
The mini-show was bdquoA Floral
Arrangement in an Unusual
Container‟ and was won by Ralph
Kinsley with three cream
Zantedeschias (calla lilies) in a
banana That‟s sure unusual Ralph
Second was Violet Simmons with a
display of dainty spring flowers
contrasting nicely with a walking
boot
Third went to Geoff Twelftree with a
teapot
There was nothing to choose between
the last two entries so HC went
jointly to Mary Marriott with a giant
teacup and saucer and Jackie
Priestley with a decorative mini
watering can
It was nice to see all the entries
colour-coded with the containers
We finished as usual with Geoff‟s
Tips for July including feed and
spray roses tie in wandering stems of
climbers plant hardy cyclamen and
summer prune wisteria
Bradenham amp District Horticultural Society
Breckland Flower and Garden Club
Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 12 News
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On Thursday 15th July the
whole of Watton Westfield
Infant amp Nursery School
followed a carousel of activities
for a very healthy day
Norwich City Football Club sent
along some trainers from
bdquoFootball in the Community‟
and the children took part in a
penalty shootout competition
The winning children will
receive trophies footballs kit
and everyone will receive a
certificate for participating
The dental nurses brought their
special crocodile puppets so the
children could see how to care
for their teeth They provided lot
of fun
Later everyone had to solve
riddles and follow on exercise
trail around the lovely school
grounds to collect treasures
(pictured below)
In the hall the pupils did jump
rope aerobic activities to keep
their hearts healthy
Also Mr George a well-known
local chef and parent governor
taught the children how to make
fruit kebabs The children tasted
fruit they had never tried before
The whole day culminated with
bdquoA Big Thank you Assembly‟
when everyone sang a rousing
version of the Westfield Healthy
Song
It was an exhausting but
thoroughly enjoyable day The
school would like to thank
everyone who helped to make
the day a great success
Healthy School Day at Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School
Key to Pictures
Top left Kieron Phoenix
reaching new heights in
the skipping exercise
Top right Lewis Pinkney
scoring a terrific penalty _
a future England Player
perhaps
Mid Left Ibbi Ivory
showing how the girls are
just as good as the boys at
penalties
Mid Right Josh Stadius-
Horn cornering like Lewis
Hamilton in the
playground
Left Left - Beau-Kerry
Bonner (touching yellow
bowl) Right - Abbie
Dennis (fruit on stick)
enjoying the fruits of the
labours of local chef Mr
George
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 13
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Tel 01953 882752
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Children Always Welcome
By Edith Pleasance
The spell of lovely weather we are
enjoying as I write this takes me back
to the hot Summer days of my
childhood One incident I shall never
forget was the time our mother took us
three children for a rare day at the
seaside
We were up and about early to pack
our swimsuits and cheese sandwiches
together with a slice each of Mum‟s
fruit cake to sustain us A bottle of
lemonade with a couple of chipped
cups all packed into a straw bag and
we were ready to go
Our walk to the nearest beach took
around forty minutes then came the
usual argument about which square
yard of the front we would occupy Ma
preferred the top end near the wall
while we kids wanted to be as near the
water‟s edge as possible As usual we
split the difference and settled
somewhere in the centre An old piece
of blanket was spread on the sand
while Tom our eldest fetched a deck
chair for our mum to sit in which
would cost her threepence for the full
day when the deckchair collector came
around Then we children were ready
to enjoy our outing
As the eldest girl I was given the task
of looking after two-year-old Joey (a
right little handful Ma called him) We
had our jamjar with string around the
neck to form a handle and headed for
the rocks which though slippery were
fairly shallow and had many crystal-
clear pools where we gathered to stir
the pebbles and seaweed with many
squeals of delight to reveal the
treasures that the tide had left To the
opposite side of the beach the cliffs
rose high above and sometimes we
would see the older children attempting
to scale them However we were given
strict instructions to keep well away
and stay on the left
After some time our mum beckoned us
in to eat and drink our picnic We were
proudly showing her our bdquocatch‟ of a
couple of minute crabs and an
assortment of tiny anemones we also
had a length of bladderwrack that we
loved to press to make it crack We
suddenly became aware of people
shouting and running towards the
cliffs bdquoSome fool has got himself stuck
halfway up‟ said Ma bdquonot the first and
won‟t be the last I‟ll wager‟
The rest of that day was enjoyed with
us kids running in and out of the rising
tide and practising our doggy paddle
until at around four o‟clock we were
rounded up dried off and ready for the
walk home which somehow always
seemed longer and more tiring than the
outward journey
News of any sort quickly buzzed
around our village by word of mouth
but it wasn‟t until the following
morning that Ma Taylor from next
door brought the local daily
newspaper to show the headline
reading ldquoTwo children drowned after
falling from the cliffs at Petitorrdquo They
were brother and sister to a large
family living on our estate where
everybody knew everyone else
Apparently a toddler had run away
from his older sister when in trying to
catch and hold on to him both
stumbled and fell down the cliff face to
plunge into deep water and drowned
The thought that we were enjoying
ourselves on the beach just yards from
where those two kiddies died clawing
at the rocks fighting for their lives will
stay in my memory for ever
---o0o--- Edith Pleasance copy 030710
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weeks
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collection or report a missed refuse
collection Service Connectors will
be available on Thursdays and
Fridays and the last Wednesday of
every month and are committed to
helping the all customers The bus
will be making a number of regular
stops around the district and details
of the times and locations will be
available on the Breckland Council
website
Councillor Adrian Stasiak said
ldquoWe really want to put customer
service in the spotlight and
encourage people to access council
services The bus and the one stop
shops are just some of the ways in
which we are taking our services to
people around the districtrdquo
Services delivered in complete
privacy include
Applications for and enquiries
about Housing and Council Tax
Benefits
Payments for Council services
(including Council Tax) using
debit
Requesting a bulky waste
collection or
Reporting an abandoned vehicle
Telephone and website access will
also be available to specialist
advisers in
The Citizens Advice Bureau
Norfolk County Council
Plus many other partner agencies
Edward Bales Managing Director
of Poultec said ldquoWe are very
pleased to be working in
partnership with Breckland and this
supports the vocational skills work
we are already doing with schools
and in the wider community
ldquoVocational skills are all about
raising aspirations and this will
enable us to help more people
further their skills and give
themselves a brighter futurerdquo
Visit our website for further details
of the one stop bus and details of
locations and times of when and
where you can visit the bus ndash
wwwbrecklandgovuk
one_stop_bus
Friday 6 August 10 - 12Noon
Saham Toney (Community Centre)
2pm ndash 4pm Great Ellingham
(Outside shop and Post Office)
Friday 13 August 10 - 12Noon Old
Buckenham Village Hall 2pm ndash
4pm New Buckenham The George
Pub
Thursday 19 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Swanton Morley Village Hall 2pm
ndash 4pm Bawdeswell Village Hall
Friday 20 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Weeting Village Hall 2pm ndash 4pm
Mundford Village Hall
Wednesday 25 August 10 ndash
12Noon Thetford Abbey Car park
2pm ndash 4pm Hockham Village Hall
Thursday 26 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Shipdham Village Green 2pm ndash
4pm Mattishall Village Hall
Friday 27 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Banham Community Centre 2pm
ndash 4pm East Harling Market
Square
Adrian Stasiak Executive Member
for Communicates and Benefits at
Breckland Council with Edward
Bayles Managing Director of
Poultec and members of the One
Stop Bus team
Mornin ter orl onya or iffen yewre
hed yer dinna thas artanoon ter orl
onya
Spect yor well inta yer nu teartas by
now thar cummin up orlrite spite not
hevin a lot o rearn
Cos Horry he say his bin diggin
hissun fer wicks we dornt set a lotta
stor by his tearls tho
Tha ole Willuj Horl hed a meetin
larst wik n Horry n me thort we‟d
jine in
Blarst tha ole mawtha inna tha chare
gissus a rare ole luk n she say ldquoWot
yew tew duin in hare tha meetin is
privaterdquo ldquoThas orl riterdquo say Horry
ldquoWe sharnt lissen ter wot yewre a
sayinrdquo I rekoned we orta sit tite cos
ware bin hare a lotlonga than har n
tha ole football warnt wuth wotchin
nither
Tha ole kermitee ware a clakin on fer
a fare wile an Horry sorta gin ter
snor but as sune as thar torked about
anutha o tha gret ole grub nites He
wos up onna his feet wolunteerin ter
tearst orl tha offrins jist in cearse tha
doont mit tha rite standuds
Tha ole Chearwumon she giv Horry
wun o tha luks wott‟l bun worta she
say ldquoYew et moost of ennyonus larst
time yew grate ole pig yew rekkun
yew shud be barred fra orl ower
doo‟s yew allus cors a hellup dew
yew siddown a kipya clacka shutrdquo
Well tha sorta put Horry in his
plearce fer a while
Summonem rekkun‟d we orta hev
one o tha bottle banks meark a bit a
munny for tha horl
Cos thet gotta tha ole chearwumon a
garpin at us tew she sed atween us
we cud fill tha thing up inna coupla
daze I dint no wot she ware a gittin
at cos I allus teark my ole bottles
back to tha pub tha lanlord gissus
tuppence fer evra bottle mindyew I
git tha feelin thet he shuv tuppence
onna a pint o mild ony I doont offen
git a rownd in since tha furrinas
mooved inta tha Big Horl up tha
rood yew ony hev to ware a dutty
ole cap n stic a bitta straw in ya gob
n luk sorta dwany n thars a baer onna
tha tearble
Anyways the Horl Kermitee hev
agreed to hev a gret ole grub nite
sune Horry sekunded thet mowshun
n I thurded it but we wus towd to
keep ower nooses owt tha horls
bisness Tha kermitee‟ll hefta arsk
tha cowncil abowt gittin wun o tha
bottle banks cos thet mite wont
plannin permishun
I shull tell yew orl abowt ower posh
grub nite anutha time thas time for
my fourses
Dew yew keep a troshin Sid
The Ovington Crower
Watton Town Council owns and
runs a community bus which is
used by the elderly and disabled at
the discretion of the council
The bus is used on a weekly basis
Monday to Friday to transport
elderly residents from their homes
to the Wayland Luncheon Club
This service is a vital part of some
resident‟s lives enabling them to
enjoy a meal and socialise It is
primarily for those who may have
become isolated for a variety of
reasons
The Council relies on volunteers to
drive the bus and although we now
have regular drivers to cover the
five days we are looking for
volunteers who would be prepared
to cover for holidays and sickness
so you if you can spare a few hours
per week on an occasional basis at
short notice we would be pleased to
hear from you
Contact the Town Clerk ndash Jacqui
Seal on 01953 881007
WANTED Community Bus Drivers
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 14 News
Two bumper cheques for Chairman Charity
Two bumper cheques for pound1136 have
been presented to Diabetes UK and
Cancer Research UK by Cllr John
Rogers previous Chairman of
Breckland Council
The money was raised through a
variety of fundraising events which
Cllr Rogers has held this year
including an auction and raffle held at
the Chairman‟s reception and Clerk to
Watton Town Council Jacqui Seal
held a garden party and raised pound22000
which she kindly donated to the
Chairman‟s charity
The presentation took place at the
Watton Pentecostal Church on Harvey
Street in Watton during the regular
monthly meeting of the Watton and
District Support Group for Diabetes
The group meet once a month on the
second Monday of very month and
have been meeting for four years
Receiving the cheques were Paul Fleet
area volunteer manager who accepted
on behalf of Cancer Research UK Paul
said ldquoCancer Research UK is the
leading independent funder of cancer
research in Europe We are almost
entirely funded by the public with very
little government funding Without the
generosity and dedication of our
supporters we would not be able to
continue to make progress against
cancer The donation from Cllr Rogers
and Breckland Council is very much
appreciated and will go a long way in
funding our continued work in the fight
against cancer
Ron Thompson accepted the cheque on
behalf of Diabetes UK and said the
funds would be used to fund holidays
for children with diabetes
Ron commented ldquoDiabetes UK has
been organising family weekends and
children‟s holidays for many years We
are very pleased to accept the cheque
on behalf of the Eastern Region for
Diabetes UKrdquo
Cllr Rogers said ldquoI am so pleased to be
able to present these cheques to two
hardworking and worthwhile charities
that I have supported over the past year
ldquoCancer Research‟s groundbreaking
work into the prevention diagnosis and
treatment of cancer has helped save
millions of lives This work is funded
entirely by the public which is why
fundraising events are so important
ldquoThere are three million people in
the UK living with diabetes and
20000 children in the UK have
diabetes We have had many
fundraising events this year to help
Diabetes UK continue our work to
improve the lives of people with
diabetes
Cllr Rogers Ron Thompson and members of the Watton and District support group for Diabetes UK
Attleborough High School and Sixth
Form Centre Geography teacher Joel
Rodker has earned the exciting
opportunity to experience cutting-edge
environmental research work on an
expedition to Belarus this summer
Earlier this year Earthwatch the
international environmental charity
invited UK-based secondary level
teachers of geography science and
citizenship to apply to join its
expedition Belarus Wetlands from 2-
11 August 2010
Joel who is also the school‟s Lead
Teacher for the Environment is one of
eight successful applicants who will be
helping Earthwatch scientists to find
effective ways of conserving the
unique wetlands of Belarus hiking to
sampling sites to collect data which
will help the scientists to select
wetlands which are in need of
protection
Wetlands in Belarus make up 14 per
cent of the country Particularly
threatened and little-studied are the
oligotrophic (low nutrient) or bdquoraised‟
bogs which are the focus of the Belarus
Wetlands research project Bogs are
extremely important as they improve
the gas composition of the atmosphere
carry out climate regulation and
regulate water flows on the surface and
within the soil
Experienced facilitators will help Joel
and the other teachers to link the
research and their experiences on the
project to the curriculum On his return
to Attleborough High Joel will use his
new knowledge to inform the learning
of the students at the school The
teachers on the project will work
together to devise educational
resources for use in the classroom and
these resources will be made available
for others to use
Speaking about the trip Joel Rodker
said ldquoThis is a very special opportunity
to visit a fascinating environment meet
like-minded people and learn a huge
amount in a short space of time I want
to inspire our students to do similar
things I intend to share my
experiences with the staff and students
at Attleborough High and also to
demonstrate links between the
protection of important ecosystems in
Belarus and looking after the
environment in our own community
for example the impact on the
environment of the school wildlife
pond we are in the process of creatingrdquo
The 2010 Earthwatch educator
expedition to Belarus is kindly
supported by ICAP and the Garfield
Western Foundation To find out
how you can join an Earthwatch
expedition in 2010 call +44 (0)1865
318831 or visit
wwwearthwatchorgeurope
Local teacher to become a hero for the planet on an Earthwatch expedition
President beryl Brannan presided
over the first meeting of the new
Inner Wheel year She welcomed
Ann Akister‟s visitor Jenny
Bickerton from Canterbury and
everybody else Special mention for
Angela Rowlings our newest
member whom Beryl inducted to our
group Angela is a Honorary
Member
Our meeting held at the home of
Karen Barwood was an exotic
demonstration of Belly Dancing
Allison Dickson Sheila Harwood
and Karen Barwood all performed for
us in full flowing costume The
movements to music were elegant
and peaceful and full of emotion
which is more than can be said when
we were asked to join in General
wobbling of body parts was about all
we could muster but it entertained
those who elected to watch Karen
Sheila and Allison were thanked by
Beryl for an unusual but appreciated
evening
The Strawberry Tea raised pound64460
and 88 people attended the money
will go to UNICEF
The visit to Kew Gardens was very
enjoyable and the boat trip was
blessed with a wonderful breeze
giving a good finish to the day many
thanks to Brenda Davis for
organising everything in her usual
efficient manner
We are having a stall at the Wayland
Show and will be pleased to see you
all there
Future events include a lunchtime
concert with the Breckland Breeze
Wind Quartet on Septmber 15th and
on the 1st October a Barn Dance at
the Queens Hall
The Raffle with three prizes was won
by Ann Akister Peggy Barley and
Beryl Brannan We had a very
enjoyable evening amidst friends
The Inner Wheel Club of Watton
Letter to the Editor Thank you for printing an article in
your June issue on St Marys Church
Houghton on the Hill I am writing
to ask if any of your readers would
enjoy helping in the garden or
welcoming visitors to the church I
love this church and the peace that
surrounds it when I lived in
Swaffham I used to go regularly and
help in the garden that surrounds the
church unfortunately I now live in
Cromer so I can only go once a
month or so Last week when I
visited I was told that they were short
of volunteers so if you can spare and
hour or two a weekmonthevery now
and then please phone Bob Davey on
01760 440470 Dee Roye
This is the first in a series of little
anecdotes written by a good old
Norfolk boy (but not written in
Norfolk for the sake of all them old
infiltrators)
Do you remember the vets off
Watton High Street - up Worms
Yard I used to own a big old dog -
I was often seen walking him
around Watton That was before the
days of poo bags and red litter
bins Anyway I woke up one
morning and read the obituaries in
the EDP to make sure it was OK to
get out of bed and went down to
take the dog for an early morning
walk He gave me a bit of a shock
because he had gone all cross eyed
I thought I had better take him to
the vets and walked him down to
the surgery Fortunately the vet
could see him right away so I took
him in and the vet picked him up
looked into his eyes and had a good
look round him
Im going to have to put him
down he said
Well I said tears welling up
Thats a bit of a shock I will be
very sorry to see him go especially
because hes only gone cross-eyed
No you daft br the vet said
Hes heavy
Wilfson remembers
Lee Higgs of Edwards
Newsagents Watton
ldquoYour Ideal Shoprdquo makes a
presentation to Lucy
Vallerine who has recently
been judged to be the most
reliable and accurate News
Delivery person out of
more than sixty juvenile
staff employed by Edwards
Newsagents
Edwards presently deliver
newspapers and magazines
to over two thousand homes
across the Wayland area
and speaking of Lucy‟s
contribution to the excellent
service offered by Edwards
Lee Higgs said ldquoLucy has
been employed for 8
months and has never
missed a day or been late I
have great pleasure in
making this presentation
recognising her hard workrdquo
Well done Lucy
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 15
By David and Carolyn Jessup
It‟s always good to have a driving
licence as it gives the local people
an extra string to their bow when
seeking a job It seems like with
many things in South Africa that
there is a certain amount of
corruption involved with driving
tests Ivy decided that she wanted
to take a test and had already been
told by Cute the girlfriend of her
boss that the Examiners were open
to monetary persuasion She
decided that rather than chance
failing she would try this route -
failing would of course bring the
additional expense of at least one
further test
Ivy contacted the Examiner
who agreed that he would
accept R2000 to pass
already less than Cute had
paid So I took her to
Thulamarshe for her driving
test although she wanted an
extended lesson prior to the
test She had already had a
few lessons in what could
only be described as a
possibly unroadworthy
bakkie on some rough unsurfaced
land staked out with sticks to
reverse between The bakkie was
missing one wing mirror and had
no inside mirror so reversing was
a problem On the way to the test
centre I quickly showed her how to
do a three point turn and then we
went to find an Instructor
We followed a vehicle for about 2
km to another rough piece of land
where there were a number of
other people receiving tuition in
large trucks Apparently trucks are
easier to drive than cars Ivy had a
lengthy discussion with an
Instructor and came away saying
he was too expensive We went
back to the test centre and she had
a small lesson with another
Instructor went for her test and
ldquopassedrdquo after handing over the
bribe Since coming back home I
have learnt that this practise is also
rife in Eastern Europe so maybe
we are surrounded by drivers who
have never passed an official test
Before Cute took her test she was
driving around with a friend when
she was stopped by the Police
With no official licence at that
time she was concerned that she
may be asked to produce
documents Luckily they did not
ask for these items but merely
requested the mobile telephone
numbers of the two ladies
probably to call them for a date
Fortunately the ladies were both
alert and gave incorrect numbers
There are often breakdown
vehicles near the main traffic lights
(robots) in Hazyview and an
inquisitive Ivy asked them why
they were waiting there
Apparently they often put oil on
the road at night especially when
the roads are wet to try to cause
accidents They were not ashamed
or shy to admit this and were not at
all concerned if people are injured
or killed as long as they get
business from the accidents
I was stopped no less than 5 times
by the local Police Sometimes just
checking vehicles and the
registration and other times for
trivialities like not coming to a halt
at a 4-way stop sign Once I was
stopped for speeding 79 kph in a
60 limit that I hadn‟t noticed After
protracted discussion and a view of
the video I was informed the fine
would be R750 although they
would accept R300 If I wanted a
receipt this would mean going to a
distant Police Station with the
possibility of a long wait I decided
to hand over R300 and get on our
way This later caused me some
resentment as the money obviously
went into the pocket of the Officer
Unfortunately and stupidly I did
not take a name and although I
reported the matter I never heard
any more If there is a next time I
shall know exactly what to do
Ever since we have been going to
Africa I have always tried to avoid
running over and killing any live
creature Sometimes it cannot be
avoided and I had at least two
instances this time which I have
regretted ever since I was driving
quite fast along the main road
heading for our house when a
Vervet Monkey ran from the road
side and into the path of the car I
could not avoid hitting it and the
loud thud made me feel quite sick
Looking in my mirror I could see
the Monkey lying dead in the road
- 10 minutes later I drove back to
town and the body had
disappeared At first I thought it
may have been moved by its
grieving family but it was probably
picked up by one of the large
raptors which regularly hover
above the road
Even more sickening was the time
I was driving in the grounds of a
local Hotel and I saw from the
car what I thought were
thousands of large flies floating
just above the ground There
were literally millions and I
avoided opening the car door to
investigate in case they all came
in I drove for about 300 metres
on this track before I got out for
an appointment and to my
absolute horror I then realised
they were baby frogs There had
been heavy rain the previous night
and they had all come up from the
nearby river It was an awesome
sight to see so many frogs together
but I was so angry that I had not
identified what they were until it
was too late
Relationship difficulties Bereavement Stress
BullyingAbuse Addictions Depression
SANCTUARY COUNSELLING SERVICE WATTON
Itrsquos good to talk Counselling can help if yoursquore struggling to cope with
Sanctuary offers a confidential low-cost counselling service with professionally trained counsellors who work on a short-term or long-term basis Call us on 01953 880922 to arrange an appointment Appointments are available 6 ndash 9pm Tuesdays and 930am ndash 1pm Wednesdays Sanctuary Counselling Service is part of River Ministries (Norfolk) registered charity number 1054419
cv
James Ball SHOWROOM 49 High Street Watton
01953
883288
Very Competitive Prices Most Makes of carpets
amp Vinyl Supplied and Fitted
South Africa again with a Touch of Mozambique and Swaziland
Watton in Bloom
On Sunday 4th July on a glorious summer
morning Watton Town Mayor Mr Roy Ivory
selected the best garden for summer blooms
on behalf of the Watton Society Despite the
cold frosty Spring and two weeks of drought
in late June Mr DR and Mrs AL Ankerman
were again awarded the silver platter to hold
for a year Of course most residents are not
aware that the Mayor is about the town
judging the gardens as this as a competition
that is not formally entered The Watton
Society are happy to make this award for the
fourteenth year with the help of the Mayor the
society‟s Honorary President Ten certificates
are awarded to those gardeners reaching a
highly commended standard in recognition of
their achievements Bryan H Wykes Vice
Chairman Watton Society
Fabulous mixed media Summer Art Exhibition 15 Talented local amp regional artists will be
displaying their work in mediums to include
watercolour gouache graphite wood
textile between Saturday 7th and Saturday
21st August in the Dragonfly Gallery at
Wayland House High St Watton Opening
Times are 10am ndash 4pm weekdays 10am ndash
1pm Saturdays There will be a Preview
Evening on Friday 6th August between 7pm
and 830pm All works on display can be
purchased - the preview evening is very
popular and recommended if you are
looking to buy and there will be a free glass
of wine and nibbles Please contact Susan
Hollingworth 01953 880205 for further
information
This month we did something completely
different for our WI meeting We spent
our time walking around Watton
following clues on a bdquoMurder Mystery
Trail‟ This was of course a fictional
murder but we had tremendous fun
solving the clues and finding out some
interesting facts about the history of
Watton on the way I don‟t think it would
be fair of me to tell you who did do it as
some of you may have intentions of
following the trail yourselves We
finished up at our meeting hall where we
enjoyed refreshments
Janet Oxborough from Ashill WI then
reported on the NFWI National AGM she
had attended in Cardiff in June As
expected the resolution urging the
Government on the mandatory labelling
of meat fish and poultry with true
country of origin was carried with a very
large majority Pat thanked Janet for a
very comprehensive account of the
meeting Birthday posies were presented
to Sandra and Jan and the raffle was won
by Joyce Jan and guest Janet Oxborough
Barbara will be hosting a Macmillan
Coffee Morning on Friday 10th
September ndash a little earlier than the
official date We also received details of
the Norfolk amp Norwich Operatic
Society‟s production at the Theatre Royal
in January ndash this is to be bdquoFiddler on the
Roof‟
Next month will be a social evening in
Watton Christian Community Centre
starting at 730 pm For information about
the WI as always the number to ring is Pat
on 882275 or Barbara on 882595
Who done it
Prayer of the Heart Activities at Watton Methodist Church Comprising Christian Meditation and Bi Monthly Worship For those seeking reflective
prayer mid-week worship with a more reflective and contemporary feel and those who
enjoy exploring their faith by reading spiritual books old and new
This month Christian Meditation in the vestry 2nd and 16th August for further details
ring Joyce 01953 88667
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 16 News
She did it She did it What a brave woman Frances
Packham is jumping out of a plane and being parachuted
safely down to earth by an experienced member of the
parachute team How proud of her I was watching her
come into sight out of the clouds and landing safely on the
ground and still managing to smile to her friends and
family anxiously watching her landing Perhaps it was a
grimace but we were all cheering and toasting her safe
return in champagne supplied by her partner Charles
Frances did this brave deed to do something special for
her 60th Birthday and at the same time to raise funds for
the local Charity Big C in memory of her friend Jim
Scrymgeour I am pleased to say that he knew she was
doing it for big C but when he died before the event he
would have been so touched by her thoughts for him
Sponsorship money is still coming in but to date Frances
has raised around pound1000 There is still time to donate to
Big C and donations can be left at the Wayland
Partnership Office
When Jim Scrymgeour died after losing his battle with
cancer with myself and our two sons Alan and Barrie at
his bedside we were grateful for all the prayers said for
him during his illness which I am sure kept him free from
pain right to the end As a family we were completely
overwhelmed by the cards (over 200) letters and flowers
sent to us with the messages that he was regarded as a
friendly funny person and always the gentleman At his
funeral there wasnt a seat to be had in the church He
would have been as overwhelmed as we were and I thank
everyone who took the time to come and pay their
respects The total sent by the undertakers to Big C was
pound81225
I have lots of thanks to make to the Doctors and nurses at
the Colney Centre to Dr Muller and Dr Kim the trainee
who were wonderful to Rosie from McMillan nurses to
the district nurses at Watton who were so supportive to
both of us who made him very comfortable and never
complained about his attitude to taking medication I have
to thank all our friends who were there for us and for me
since Jim has gone To the love and support I have felt
from my lovely customers at Top to Toe and a
very special thank you to my staff Alan
Gosia Kay and Rosemary who held
everything together running the shop in my
absence
To my brother and my brother in law for their
love lastly to God for giving me two
wonderful sons Alan and Barrie who with
their partners have been there for me as I
mourn the loss of my husband of 42 Years
He lived for those he loved And those he
loved remembered Marilyn Scrymgeour
HJC Ltd Motor Engineers
Servicing amp MOT preparation to all makes of
modern cars amp light commercials
Tyres Exhausts amp Batteries supplied and fitted
Courtesy cars available
Ask for Steve at 5 Linmore Court Threxton Rd
Industrial Estate Watton
Tel 01953 889924
Howlett - Rook
The wedding took place at Dereham Registry Office on the 11 th June of Mr
Wayne Howlett son of Barbara and Bryan Howlett of Holden Close
Oulton Broad and Miss Emma Rook daughter of Cathy and Colin Rook of
Hunters Oak Watton
The Bride was given away by her father and wore a Baby Pink dress She was
attended by Josie Mel Becky Summer and sisters Hollie and Debbie were
present The Best Man was Mr Reece Howlett and Kev and Rob were Ushers
The couple honeymooned for short break in London which will be followed
by a family holiday to Disney World in Florida at Christmas
What a star she is
Low Maintenance Gardens
Designed amp Built
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Patios ~ Paths ~ Fencing ~ Shingle Drives Seeding ~ Turfing Etc
Photos and References always available For a Quality Job amp Free Quote
Phone Tim Luxton on 01603 880184 wwwtimluxtonlandscapingcouk
The Wayland Show The Annual Wayland Show will be held on
Sunday 1st August just outside Watton on the
Brandon Road Last year‟s show was
acclaimed in the press and by many as the
best ever with fantastic weather record
attendance and more exhibitors competitors
and attractions than before It raised a total of
pound7150 for local charities
Among other things featuring in the Grand
Ring this year will be Jive Pony This unique
show has the lot with vaulting dancing
acting costume changes and amazing riding
skills Other very popular attractions are the
Bob Hogg Sheepdog Display West Norfolk
Foxhounds Trinity Foot Beagles and not
forgetting Cyril the Squirrel Racing Terriers
and Mid Norfolk Gundogs
New for 2010 is the Lifestyle Marquee and
planned attractions are a fashion show
cookery demos floral displays hair and
beauty exhibitions and a stunning dance
performance with the chance to relax and take
it all in while enjoying afternoon tea
Our livestock classes are well attended and of
a very high standard and with in-hand and
ridden classes the show is a chance to see
some of our best local Show Horses This year
we also welcome retrained Racehorses and
Working Hunters for the first time We are
also running clear round show jumping
The Wayland Agricultural Society Young
Achiever of the Year 2010 award recognises
outstanding dedication and contribution to
agriculture horticulture wildlife or any other
rural related sector or industry Entrants must
be under 21 years of age and the winner will
be announced prior to the Show and presented
with their award on the day The award is
sponsored by Weco Engineering of Watton
Radio Norfolk and Wayland Radio will be
broadcasting from the showground during the
day The organising Committee also recently
presented a cheque for pound1094100 to The
Nelsons Journey Charity from funds raised at
their annual Dinner Dance Nelsons Journey is
a Norwich based charity which supports
bereaved children and young people under the
age of 18yrs living in Norfolk
As mentioned in last month‟s edition
of the Mid-Norfolk Times Wayland
House in Watton High Street home of
the Wayland Partnership offers a wide
range of services and support to the
Wayland community as a whole We
are constantly striving to increase the
range of services but recognise that it
is vital that the community is made
aware of these services
Firstly we have an ldquoopen doorrdquo policy
and anyone is welcome to drop by to
find out what we offer This can range
from bus pass applications
appointments with the Registrar the
Wayland Community Bank to
exhibitions and events throughout the
year We also submit articles to the
Times and regularly have a slot on
Wayland Radio
However as the local population
grows we want to ensure that
newcomers are included and made
aware of the information and support
they can get from Wayland House For
those with access to the internet you
might be interested in knowing that the
Partnership now has three websites
covering all the areas and activities we
are involved inThe current Partnership
site is wwwwaylandorguk but this is
currently being updated and the new
site will be launched soon Try
wwwthewaylanddragonflygalleryco
uk where you will find current and
forthcoming exhibitions examples of
local artists work for sale within the
Gallery shop
Finally for the business community
we have waylandbusinesscentrecouk
which contains a wealth of valuable
information and links to additional
information We also issue regular
Email Information Bulletins to some
400 local businesses and if you don‟t
already receive them let us know and
we will add you to the database (see
contact details below) Also have a
look at
waylandbusinesscentreblogspotcom
which provides your business with a
chance to share your expertise and
knowledge with a larger audience It
gives you a valuable opportunity to
network and is particularly useful for
sole traders and those who work from
home
You can see us at the Wayland Show
on 1st August where we will be
sharing a stand with the Wayland
Community Bank If you are there
please drop by and see us
We will be submitting regular news
and information to the Times as it
gives us good coverage and is
delivered widely in the area However
for more information on the services
and facilities available from Wayland
House and the Wayland Business
Centre call in to our reception phone
us on 01953 880204 or mail to
iainwaylandorguk
News from the Wayland Partnership
Picture Breckland Photographic
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 17
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Internal Doors
Free Quotations amp
Full Planning Service
Massage Treatments
Swedish Massage and Hot Stone Massage
Appointments available at
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Telephone 01953 882125 wwwbroomhallhotelcouk
Holme Hale Pavilion
Summer Fete Saturday 7th August
10am -- 430pm Cake Stall Refreshments Beer
Tent Lots of Childrens games and also for Adults Grand Draw BBQ
(local butcher) Rescue Greyhounds
Institute Advanced Motorists Bouncy Castle also ladies have
your nails amp toenails painted and much much more
All welcome come enjoy
It‟s that time of year again at the
time of writing we are in the middle
of Quilts Three our third annual
exhibition courtesy of the Wayland
Partnership in the Dragonfly Gallery
at Wayland House It gives an
opportunity for others to see exactly
what we do hack tack and stuff With
a name like that we are obviously not
bdquojust another sewing group‟ This
year we were worried about having
enough work to exhibit and then had
far more than we could show The
exhibition opened at 10 o‟clock on
Saturday the 10th July continuing
until the 17th Half way through the
week over one hundred and fifty
visitors had been counted Work on
show included not only quilts of all
sizes but also fabric boxes cushions
bags toys and other examples of the
members‟ crafts made for personal
use and as gifts There were examples
of the Heart cushions given to people
who have had surgery for breast
cancer and quilts for ill
and traumatised
children and teenagers
distributed through the
Norfolk branch of
ProjectLinus There was
a raffle donations box
and articles for sale
Proceeds will go
towards materials for
items for these charities
There will be more
details in the next
edition
Meanwhile meetings
and demonstrations
continued normally including an
excellent example of the latter
featuring a variety of borders by
two clever ladies This was so well
organised that members were
provided with pieces of pre-cut
fabrics so there was no excuse for
not bdquohaving a go‟ We are all fired
with enthusiasm and likely to put
borders on everything I suggest
partners check their shirts and
trousers
The group does not meet in August
but will be back on Tuesday the
14th September at 7 pm in the
Watton Christian Community
Centre for the beginning of another
session meanwhile members and
non-members can check our Blog
at httphtsqgroupblogspotcom
to see what is happening over the
next few months This features a
calendar which has details up until
the end of the year It is also
updated very regularly If you are
not online phone Sue Hart on
01362 822536
Hackers Tackers and Stuffers
Last year Alan Smiths Birthday
present from his daughter and son in
law (Kerry and Chris Varley) was a
book written about some mature men
walking the coast2coast It was so
inspiring and amusing to read that
soon several other people including
his wife (Gill) and 2 close friends
(Tim and Carol Suthers) had also
been inspired and enjoyed the read
All 6 of us enjoy our walks and
encouraged by the two youngest
(Chris amp Kerry) who have done this
before they decided to take up the
challenge From St Bees on the west
coast to Robin‟s Hood Bay on the
east coast some 192 miles in 13 days
will be covered in August this year as
their annual holiday Whilst doing
this they have been encouraged by a
few people to make it an event to
raise money for charity
They thought it would be nice to
support a local charity in East Anglia
and have chosen the East Anglian Air
Ambulance Registered Charity
1083876 They are a 365 day-a-year life-
saving service across Bedfordshire
Cambridgeshire Peterborough Norfolk
and Suffolk The charity is independent
of government and National Lottery
funding and is entirely dependent on
fund-raising and contributions To keep
its two air ambulances flying and to
provide the advanced medical
equipment they carry over pound3 million
per year has to be raised The group
thought it would be good to offer their
support to the EAAA in making this
walk not just their holiday and
challenge but also an event to raise
some cash to help them in their work
Gill also contacted the organisation to
see if they could visit and see first-hand
one of the helicopters and the staff of
EAAA who offer such a valuable and
life-saving service
On average the EAAA are called to
four incidents every day life
threatening situations such as road
traffic accidents incidents involving
people in inaccessible places and
cardiac arrests Because of the
advanced skills drugs and equipment
found on board and being able to
access places impossible for a land
ambulance the EAAA can make the
difference
Will you help us to help them in their
work To make a donation and offer
your support you can visit httpwwwjustgivingcomcoast2coastthevarleyssuthersandsmiths
Birthday Day Present Inspires 3 Couples to take up a Challenge
From left to right Chris Varley Alan Smith Gill Smith
Kerry Varley Carol Suthers and Tim Suthers
At Wayland Scout Group we
started the month with a Family
Day the Cubs and Scouts cooked
lunch for over 50 people to
celebrate our first AGM Parents
siblings Leaders and the District
Commissioner John Sweeney
were treated to dips and cruditeacutes
Southern Fried Chicken rice and
beans and salads followed by
apple pie and custard
All the young people did a fantastic
job creating a delicious meal made
even better by the wonderful weather
Following a cricket match we were
joined by Rev Geoff Garrett from St
May‟s Church who dedicated our
new flags for us
The afternoon was finished in fine
style with a wonderful array of
homemade cakes and a cup of tea
The Leaders would like to pass on
their thanks to everyone for their
wonderful support and help
The Cubs recently enjoyed a craft
night creating robots form junk
including turning one Cub into an
android by creating an amazing
costume for him
This term the Scouts have been
working towards their Global
Challenge including looking at
different traditions around the
world As it is nearly the end of
term they had plenty of fun
making a traditional Fez with
maybe a nod to Doctor Who who
has recently made the hats cool
The Scout Troop has also been
challenged by the local Rotarians to
have a camp using only a Shelter Box
tent and the emergency equipment
provided in the box Of course they
have accepted the challenge and will
be holding this
camp in mid-
August Our aim
is to be
sponsored so we
can raise enough
money be able
to buy a Shelter
Box for the
charity If you
would like to
sponsor us
please contact
Theresa Cutts on 01953 884243
or email
waylandscoutsgooglemailcom for
more information
At a recent event hosted by the
County Commissioner Richard
Butler the Leaders were also
presented with certificates to
congratulate them on opening a
successful Cub Pack Scout Troop
and building a Leadership team
We are also looking forward to a
4 day activity camp in August
with the rest of South West
Norfolk District If you are
interested in finding out more
about Scouting in Watton please
email us on the address above
AGM Androids and Fezs
Picture Supplied
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 18 News
Ashill Food amp Wine 1 Hale Road Ashill
01760 440932 Fresh bread and milk news and grocery
Alcohol Paypoint
Wayside Farm Shop Stow Bedon
Fresh Seasonal Vegetables Home Produced Pork
01953 483 375
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL SHOPS
And get your copy of the Mid-Norfolk Times at these businesses
Available for Hire
Wells Cole Community Centre
Bell Lane Saham Toney The ideal place to book for any event - Large Hall Small Hall Kitchen Catering and Bar all available for Wedding Receptions Birthday Parties Dances amp Discos Meetings Jumble
Sales etc Large Car Park - Childrenrsquos Play Area
Visit our Social Club - Bar open every Wednesday and Friday from
730pm onwards
Donrsquot Delay - Book Today
01953 882 498
The bdquoAttleborough Players‟ amateur
dramatic society has been entertaining
people in the locality for more than 35
years with shows pantomimes plays
concerts and we are currently
rehearsing a musical play to feature a
group of our very talented younger
members to be staged in October
Since present day legislation has strict
demands for separate changing
facilities for adults and youngsters we
now have an additional burden on our
already strained finances
The society is a registered charity and
finances have been maintained at a
respectable level by staging shows
and our popular bdquoFish bdquon‟ Quiz‟
evenings on a regular basis hopefully
we will be presenting another quiz in
November Ticket prices have been
kept at a very competitive pound5 for most
of our shows takings which go
mostly towards running costs the rest
into a dwindling bank account In
these days of drastic belt tightening
we prefer to keep the cost of tickets
low to benefit our audiences This
means of course that our pool of
monetary assets has developed a
steady leak
We are looking for any business or
individual willing to sponsor us
Sponsorship would guarantee
programme and poster advertising to a
negotiable degree while private
individuals would benefit by free
tickets to any of our events of their
choice
Any business or private individual
willing to help us in this way please
contact our treasurer Anne
Greenwood ndash Tel 01953 455022
With our ever increasing membership
particularly of teenagers we think the
bdquoAttleborough Players‟ is a
worthwhile concern to keep running
on an even keel We hope you do too
The Players need your help
Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles By popular request the PHIL
BROOKPETE OXBOROUGH
JAZZ QUARTET are returning to
St Margarets church Breckles on
FRIDAY 17th SEPTEMBER at 730
pm The Quartet also features Ivars
Galenieks bass and Bob Dore
drums Tickets are pound1250 to
include refreshments and can be
obtained from Margaret Morfoot
Telehone 01953 498286 There will
be a beer and wine bar from 7 pm
This is a very popular evening All
proceeds for the upkeep of St
Margarets Church Breckles
Breckles is on the B1111 4 miles
north of the A11B1111 junction
Watton Ballroom Dancing Association
Queenrsquos Hall Watton 8pm till 11pm
Admission pound350
Saturday August 7th Mike 01953 882799
Wayland High School Students‟ British Science Association CREST Award
Twelve Year 9 students at
Wayland High School have
received the British Science
Association‟s CREST award for
designing and producing industry
standard batik artwork bags It is
the first time that the school has
entered the CREST awards
facilitated by The Exchange
(Norfolk Education Business
Partnership) who provided a small
bursary to support the batik
project Photograph of the students
with Batik bags and certificates
attached
Jan Cockburn from The Exchange
who visited the school to present
the awards at a Year 9 assembly
said Congratulations to the
students who carried out the batik
project You have shown great
enthusiasm for the subject and
fully deserve the national
recognition provided by a British
Science Association CREST
award
Val Wenham teacher and batik
artist who led the project said
The students learned the full batik
process including use of wax and
dyes initially experimenting on
paper before developing their
designs for the bags They created
designs that could be reproduced
on an industrial basis and studied
the technological and commercial
side of working in batik
Sadly one of the awards was
presented posthumously Alastair
Codling who also took part in the
batik project received his twin
sister Claire‟s award Claire
passed away earlier this year
For more information about the
work of The Exchange see
wwwnorfolk-exchangeorguk or
tel 01953 601439
For more information about British
Science Association CREST
Awards see
wwwbritishscienceassociationorg
webccafCREST
Pictured left to right are - Back Ellis Stone Harrison Cutts Sophie Shaw Ben Rees Martha Watts Stephanie
Parker Lauren Symons Megan Kennedy Front Alistair Codling Cameron Goldie Sam Beckwith
Our meeting in July had a
slightly different format to the
usual system We held a coffee
and chat event and we accepted a
cheque on behalf of Diabetes
UK for pound1136 presented by the
former chairman of Breckland
District Council
John Rogers The chairman of
our group Ron Thompson
accepted the cheque and said that
the money would be used by
Diabetes UK to help to fund
holidays for children with
Diabetes Councillor John
Rogers was warmly thanked
(Please see separate article for
picture page 14)
At our next meeting on August
9th two of our members will be
talking about the work they do
with the Retired Greyhound
Trust They are going to be
bringing a couple of their four
legged friends too John and Rod
will be suitably tethered to stop
them straying around the tables
and getting in the dogs way
The meeting starts at 1015am at
the Pentecostal Church Watton
(whom we thank for the use of
their facilities) all welcome For
further details about the group or
any of the meetings please
phone Helen 01953 884713 and
leave a message and I will get
back to you as soon as I can
We are have a special meeting on
the 13th September when we are
very fortunate to have as our
speaker Richard Lane OBE
President of Diabetes UK Some of
our members met Richard for the
first time last year and were very
taken by him and his frankness and
honesty about his Diabetes and
what has happened to him He is a
very interesting man and we are
very lucky he is available to come
and speak to us
We will be providing a light buffet
lunch for this meeting at a cost of pound5
per head and we would be pleased to
invite you to join us Because we
need to know numbers for the
catering arrangements please could
you phone David 01362 696781
before August 9th if you would like
to attend this special meeting
Watton amp District Group - Diabetes UK
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 19
Poet‟s Place Poet‟s Place is open once more to all readers to
submit their own work for publication All
contributions are welcome and will be printed
unedited for reader‟s enjoyment
A GOOD DEAL
When I‟m watching the birds in our garden
Little lambs that gambol in fields
I thank God I have such perception
This is what I would call a good deal
A small child with a smile that is wistful and shy
And a look to melt hearts made of steel
With a grasp of tiny soft fingers
Makes me realise what a good deal
Our cat usually independent and strong
Purrs around at my feet rubs my heel
I know it‟s because he wants feeding
He knows he is on a good deal
When dining out at a pub or cafeacute
I go where they serve a fine meal
With the atmosphere right and excellent food
Best of all I will get a good deal
Shopping in town for my clothing
Can be such a blinking ordeal
I go and intend not to overspend
And resolve I will get a good deal
Deciding on presents for Christmas
Then doing my best to conceal
The parcels I‟ve bought for each person
It‟s fine to receive a good deal
The flowers that grow in my garden
I planted in Spring with such zeal
Are now blooming so bright with such colours
I can see I have got a good deal
When I meet with my friends for a bridge game
My excitement I try to conceal
When the cards that I hold help me win lots of points
It‟s because I‟ve been dealt a good deal
Edith Pleasance copy 290906
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL SHOPS
And get your copy of the Mid-Norfolk Times at these businesses
Great Ellingham Village Stores amp PO
Long St Gt Ellingham 01953 452 155
Post Office Fresh Bread amp Milk Daily
Rocklands Post Office amp Stores
The Street Rocklands 01953 483 217
Car Tax Lottery Fresh Milk
Quick Stop Church Street Attleborough
01953 458 036 Italian Wines 2 for pound5 Wide range
of Polish Foods available
Old Buckenham Stores The Green Old Buckenham
01953 860210 If you purchase goods from the shop costing over pound50 (excluding the post office cigarettes lottery and Paypoint) in one transaction then you will be entitled to claim a bottle of Italian wine (worth pound5)
Lovells Post Office amp Stores
Market Place New Buckenham
01953 860 351
Village Stores Market Street East Harling
01953 718115 A wide range of products in stock
Anne and Kevin Ledgard
Londis News Extra
High Street Attleborough (Opposite Sainsburys)
01953 453 257 Newspapers amp magazines
Wide range of confectionery tobacconist Wide range of Wines Beers and Spirits
Londis Banham 01953 887320
Your Local Village Supermarket
Watton University of the Third Age (U3A) Forty eight members enjoyed the tour
of North Norfolk by train and coach
A superb cream tea at Bircham
Windmill rounded off the tour in style
The next trip is a tour of the Fens with
a professional guide on Friday 17th
September The booking list is now
open contact Ron on 01953 889951
The Croquet Group is now playing at
the Watton Sports Centre on a
Tuesday afternoon New players
would be most welcome including
visitors (potential new members) For
playing times contact Margaret on
01953 882136 Alan Bickers is the
new Leader of the Pub Lunch Group
who will have their first meeting on
Thursday 12th August
Next venue for the Garden Visits
Group is Dunbheagan House near
Dereham with music in the afternoon
and teas in aid of the St Johns
Ambulance Meet at 130pm in the
Queens Hall car park Transport can
be arranged Contact Susan on 01953
881373
The next monthly meeting is on
Thursday 26th August when the
speaker will be Barbara Miller with
ldquoNorwich over the Waterrdquo
The Membership Secretary can be
contacted on 01953 885358 For
further information on the National
U3A go to wwwu3aorg
On Thursday 24th June the
announcement was made in London of
the winner of this year‟s Carnegie
medal That prize has been awarded by
children‟s librarians almost every year
since 1936 for an outstanding book for
children and young people Since 23rd
April when the short-list was
announced 50000 children in schools
all over Britain have been reading the
eight novels - nearly 3000 pages of
high quality fiction Thirty of those
very dedicated readers met on the same
day in Attleborough High School
Library to spend two hours in lively
debate with their guests from Old
Buckenham High School sustained by
strawberries cheese straws and home-
made cakes
The event organised by the school‟s
librarian Helen Gage greatly engaged
the students and staff and much heated
argument about which was the best of
the books on the list ensued The group
voted for their own choice of winner
took lots of photographs and then at
the time stipulated by the Carnegie‟s
national organisers opened the
envelope containing the name of the
winning title Neil Gaiman‟s bdquoThe graveyard book‟ Of the gathering in Attleborough High School‟s
library student Ellie Halls (pictured above) was the only one who had firmly backed that choice In
November the long-list for next year‟s award will be published ndash and the whole wonderful process
will begin again We can‟t wait
Carnegie medal celebration the Attleborough High School big debate
Wayland Happy Circle Our July meeting was a social afternoon with a Beetle Drive followed by a Strawberry Tea Shirley
welcomed 25 members and 1 visitor and seven birthday cards were distributed Our former President
is making good progress and we hope to see her back amongst us soon
Shirley organised the Beetle Drive the first session being won by Molly and Maureen and the second
by Jenny Two of members Margaret and Jenny had prepared the strawberries and cream and these
were enjoyed by all with shortbread and a cuppa The usual raffle was held to close the afternoon
25 members and guests will be going on the outing in July and tea will be taken at Elveden Visitor
Centre followed by a tour of the Stanta Training Area
Our next meeting will be on 3rd August when Tina Cruz will talk to us about Portuguese cooking
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 20 News
July 1st ndash The day that Rotary
Clubs all over the world install their
new presidents And this year
Watton was no exception Outgoing
president Richard Akister handed
over to new president Doctor Mike
Harvey (see pic) Health problems
caused Mike to take early
retirement as a general practitioner
and having come to Norfolk and
settled in Shipdham some 5 years
ago he was introduced to the
Watton Rotary Club and thought it
would be a good platform and outlet
for his considerable energy and
skill He was an instigator of the
Watton Club‟s very
successful fundraising
drive in support of the
bdquoBalloons for Hearts‟
initiative in 20078 With
the help of 2 other Rotary
Clubs pound5300 was raised
and a giant cheque was
presented to the campaign
coordinator We hear that
the cheque is still on
display in the cardiac
reception area at the
NNUH Mike intends to
continue his ministry of the
Watton Club with a
medical flavour
As a prelude to the presidential
handover in both clubs Watton
Inner Wheel and Rotary Clubs
joined forces and held a most
successful bdquoround the houses‟ or
bdquosafari‟ supper Changing sets of 3
or 4 couples rotate around each of
several members‟ houses for the
various courses of an evening meal
with everyone landing up at the
President‟s house for the final
course and a bit of party time
Following our visit to New South
Wales Australia last year the
Watton Club is hosting the first part
of the return Rotary international
friendship exchange in September
Eight couples from various places
in NSW are expected they will stay
with Watton members for a few
days before moving on to be hosted
by Rotarians of various other
Rotary clubs throughout Norfolk
and Suffolk More about this next
month Martin Anscombe
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01953 881969
During a debate about jobs and
unemployment on July 7th I made my
maiden speech in the House of Commons
I have focussed my column this month on
the content and inspirations for the speech
in which I set out why I am so passionate
about representing our area
Maiden speeches have a long tradition in
the Commons and new MPs usually
don‟t involve themselves in debates in the
House until they have made theirs
Maidens give new MPs a chance to talk
about their constituency and to outline
some of the issues they aim to work on
I focused my speech on three key
themes the need for a more local
approach to jobs and housing how the
politically correct bdquorights‟ culture
ignores traditional values and the need
for a better politics
The Rural Way of Life
Living and running a business locally I
know how life in rural England has been
overlooked I know how our traditional
values are too often denigrated and how
Norfolk has become increasingly
marginalised
ldquoTackling that sense of marginalisation
in order to unlock the talents and
aspirations of its people are the
central theme of my work as [an] MP
The people of Mid Norfolk feel
marginalised by the decision-making
process and too often forced to change
in ways that they have neither chosen
nor like The small local voluntary and
rural is all too often crowded out by the
big national professional and urban
[R]ural Britain has been especially
hard hit by unemployment during this
recession and my constituency has
pockets of rural deprivation which are
often hidden Pensioner poverty can
be especially invisible
ldquoPost offices pubs and village shops
close while more and more people are
forced to commute increasing distances
from the mass housing estates that have
been forced on our market towns and
councilsrdquo
ldquoThe people of Mid Norfolk sent me
here to speak up for them so I shall
[They] have found themselves
increasingly powerless in the face of a
tidal wave of legislation and big
government from Europe Whitehall
and unaccountable regional quangos
Many worry that our culture has been
hijacked by an increasingly intolerant
politically correct anything goes
multiculturalism which seems to have
too little respect for the longer
traditions of tolerance personal
freedom and responsibility embedded in
our traditional heritage By pumping
the bellows of local empowerment I
believe that we can reignite the embers
of a culture which can and should be
allowed to coexist with metropolitan
Britain to mutual benefitrdquo
Economic opportunities
Having run my ldquoNorfolk Wayrdquo campaign
for over three years I know how urgently
we need new jobs and opportunities in
Mid Norfolk Average wages here are low
and I wanted to focus on how we can
reignite our economy and strengthen local
communities and services
ldquoIn my three-year candidacy I insisted
on another way we call it the Norfolk
way a vision of a vibrant rural society
based on a renaissance of rural
enterprise smaller pockets of mixed
housing spread more fairly and
sustainably fast-growing small
businesses and jobs back in our villages
and towns less commuting a richer
mix of ages and blue and white-collar
jobs in active communities
ldquoSome may ask Where are those new
jobs and businesses to come from Let
me tell the House Situated between
Norwich and Cambridge are two of the
worlds leading centres of scientific
research and innovation in food
biomedicine and the clean
technologies all of which are so vital
to the global challenges that we face
Mid Norfolk is perfectly positioned to
become a hub of entrepreneurial
activity and new jobs With the world-
leading John Innes centre the Institute
of Food Research world-class
agriculture and high-tech engineering
along the A11 corridor we can lead
those new economic sectors on which
we will increasingly dependrdquo
ldquoAs someone who came to politics after
a 15-year career in creating new
technology businesses I hope to be able
to put my experience to good use in that
area However that revolution cannot
happen without two essential things
new models of investment in
infrastructure including the A11 rural
broadband and rail links and some
local leadershiprdquo
Giving People Responsibility
I believe in giving local communities
power Residents in a village know the
problems they have and usually know
how to solve them better than somebody
in an office miles away During my
speech I called for a new approach
ldquoThe stale post-war model of statist
centralisation and dependence on the
Whitehall handout has failed Norfolk
Rural Britain is the repository of
some important virtues that our modern
culture has neglected a deep belief in
self-help and responsibility an
insistence that everybody in a
community has a role and the rejection
of a shallow media cultures obsession
with celebrity and a love of the small
the different and the local These are
qualities that are deeply rooted in the
English character
ldquoAt the heart of this manifesto is a big
idea that citizenship is forged
through the empowering act of the
state granting responsibility to its
citizens That is the central idea which
has brought me into politics as a
Conservative and which I am delighted
is once again the idea at the heart of
modern Conservatism and this
coalitionrdquo
It was an honour to make my maiden on
behalf of the people of Mid Norfolk and
if you would like a full transcript of the
speech please email
Georgefreemanmpparliamentuk or
watch the video of the speech on my
website wwwgeorgefreemancouk
The Westminster View
George Freeman is the Conservative MP
for Mid-Norfolk The object of this
column is to help readers stay in touch
with their MP - it is not intended as a
reflection of the political views of anyone
associated with the Mid Norfolk Times
Watton Rotary Roundup
People for Animal Care Trust
(PACT) and Caine Lloyd of
Lloyd Engineering in Watton are
organising an adventure to climb
Mount Kilimanjaro in spring
2011 The intention is to raise
funds for PACT through
sponsorship and to have some fun
doing so
My name is Geoff Bell and I am
one of the people who are taking
part in this Challenge I have the
funds for my part in this challenge
but I fell it would be good to raise
funds for PACT as well
Through the Kili Challenge
PACT will receive funding to
build much needed additional
kennels to house the regular
influx of animals they have
PACT is based in Woodrising
and work hard to ensure the
welfare of animals in Norfolk
PACT‟s web-site is
wwwpactsanctuaryorg and more
information about them can be
obtained from there With your
kind help it would be a great
honour and privilege to extend
my support for PACT by taking
part in this challenge and to be of
help and support to one of the
loves in my life
If you would like to sponsor me
to take part in this challenge and
raise much needed funding for
PACT then please contact me
through Facebook or ring me on
01953-882925 For more
information you can ring PACT
on 01362 820775 or Caine on
01953 881255 I will also be
holding three public collection
days for this outside the Co-op in
Watton on the 18th August 15th
September and 13th October
Thank you for your support
The Kili Challenge in aid of PACT
Picture Supplied
Church Times and Puzzle
Watton Churches Together Service Calendar for August 2010
St Maryrsquos Church Watton 1st 3rd amp 4th Wednesday at 930am Holy Communion
2nd Wednesday Morning Worship Church Office opens Tues
Wed amp Thurs 9am-1pm Tel 01953 881252
margaretchurchadmfreeservecouk wwwstmaryswattonorg
Sun 1st 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
530pm Choral Evensong
Sun 8th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
Sun 15th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Sun 22nd 800am Holy Communion
1000am All Age Worship
12 noon Holy Baptism
630pm Praise and Worship with Shine
Sun 29th 800am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Watton Methodist Church Every Wednesday the Church is open for quiet reflection and
prayer between 1000am amp 1200noon
Itrsquos your quiet place At 1030 there is a half-hour Midweek
Service in the Large Vestry led by the Minister or a Church
Member wwwwattonmethodistbtikcom
Sun 1st 1045am Rev Barbara Winner Holy Communion
630pm Rev Brian Eagle
Sun 8th 1045am Mr Richard Hompstead
630pm Mrs Janet Roebuck
Sun 15th 1045am Mrs Sonia Mann
630pm Mr Brian Lawrence
Sun 22nd 1045am Mrs Elsie Warby
630pm Revd Barbara Winner Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1100am Section Service at Saham Hills
Mr John Winner
630pm Rev Brian Eagle Holy Communion
Roman Catholic Community Each Sat 530pm Mass at Watton Methodist Church
Pentecostal Church Dereham Road Watton There is a Noahs Ark Sunday and Kings Kids for children
during the Sunday morning services
Sun 1st 1030am Morning Service with guest speakers
Christian amp Ann Fernandez from La Rochelle France
Sun 8th 1030am Family Service amp Doughnuts
600pm Prayer amp Praise with guest speaker
Dama Safari from Shalom Africa
Sun 15th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Freed from your past‟
Sun 22nd 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Made in God‟s image‟
600pm Prayer and Praise
Sun 29th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoChanged by love‟
St Nicholasrsquo Church Ashill Tuesdays 1000am Said Holy Communion
Sun 1st 930am Lay Led Morning Worship
Sun 8th 930am Morning Worship
Sun 15th 930am All Age Worship
Sun 22nd 930am Holy Communion
St Georgersquos Church Saham Toney Sun 1st 1030am Benefice Service of Holy Communion
Sun 8th 1100am Morning Worship and Holy Baptism
Sun 15th 1100am Pet Service
1230pm Holy Baptism
Sun 22nd 1100am Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1030am Group Service of Holy Communion
SS Peter amp Paulrsquos Church Carbrooke Sun 8th 1030am All Age Worship
Sun 15th 1030am Holy Communion
Sun 22nd 1030am Lay Led Morning Worship
1230pm Holy Baptism
St John the Evangelist Church Ovington Thursdays 800am Said Holy Communion
Sun 8th 12 noon Pet Service
Sun 22nd 930am Lay Led All Age Worship
Breckles Caston Great Hockham Griston Merton Stow Bedon
Thompson
Worship Calendar August 2010
Sunday 1st August
1030 am United Holy Communion Thompson
Sunday 8TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Breckles
(Patronal Festival)
Sunday 15TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Gt Hockham
1030 am United Holy Communion Caston
Sunday 22ND August 900 am Holy Communion (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Gt Hockham
Sunday 29TH August
1030 am United Holy Communion Griston
Sunday 5TH September
1030 am United Holy Communion Stow Bedon
Our Pram Service Sunday Club amp WAY youth group
will resume in September
Enquiries The Revd Bob Nichols Tel (01953) 483222
Email revbobnicholsgmailcom
All Saints Church Threxton Sunday 1st August at 10 am
Scribble Pad
Across 7 One looking for riches (76) 8 Something to keep the claws in shape (8) 9 An assistant would be an idea (4) 10 Snap a biscuit for Christmas (7) 12 This clue might lead you the wrong way (5) 14 Fused fuse (5) 16 Feminine pronoun (7) 19 A phaser setting used by Captain Kirk (4) 20 A reserve supply to be drawn on (8) 22 but loose (553)
Down 1 A bright star from Avon (4) 2 Slopey writing (6) 3 infield pagan (7) 4 as chips said the chick (5) 5 Inherited (6) 6 Use this to change names (44) 11 Compared to a relation (8) 13 Earth shaking (7) 15 Of the coldest season (6) 17 How warm snow goes (6) 18 The sound of teddy bears (5) 21 Burn to charcoal (4)
PUZZLE CORNER
pound10 PRIZE CROSSWORD
Would you like to win a pound10 Voucher to spend Simply complete
the crossword on the right and drop it in to The Wayland News bin
at (or post it to) Adcocks 32 High Street Watton Norfolk IP25
6AE before the paper deadline All correct entries will be put into a
draw and the winner will receive a pound10 voucher to spend In the
event of any dispute the decision of the Editor will be final The
clues are a mix of cryptic and easy with one or two anagrams
thrown in just to make it more interesting
The correct solution will be published in the next issue
Last Month‟s Puzzle The winner of last month‟s pound10 prize was Mrs S Dockray of
Nelson Court Watton Well done Mrs Dockray
Thought for the month By Rev Barbara Winner Methodist Church Well the World Cup was disappointing for some of us and so
was Wimbledon There doesn‟t seem much to celebrate Or is
there
There was once a speaker who started off one of his talks by
showing everyone in the audience a pound50 note It was a crisp
new note He asked the room full of people who would like
the pound50 and it was no surprise that most hands went up He
then proceeded to crumple the note up in his hand and then
asked who still wanted it The hands stayed up Next he
dropped the note on the ground and started to grind the note
with his shoe When he picked it up it was dirty and
crumpled When he asked who still wanted it the hands stayed
up Well of course they did ndash just because it was crumpled
and dirty didn‟t prevent it being worth the pound50 just as it had
been in the beginning when he started his talk The note was
still of value ndash the value hadn‟t changed
We are in a time of change and cuts and we don‟t quite know
what‟s coming next But whatever cuts and changes come
however much we feel the effects our value as people has not
changed Life throws all sorts of things at us and we can end
up feeling crumpled and trodden on In God‟s eyes we are
loved and precious ndash valuable And no amount of cuts
changes and troubles will change this God‟s love for us is a
pure gift ndash it is not subject to cuts and change We read in the
Bible that God so loved the world that he gave his son that we
might have life And what‟s more it is a gift freely given
Now that really is worth celebrating
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 22 News
MOTs pound3500 VEHICLES FROM V 99 ONWARDS pound40 FOR OLDER VEHICLES
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Tel 01362 820416
Has Your PC Slipped a Disc Netted a virus Mouse trapped and
wont work now
For all manner of computer repairs and support
Call Julian Horn on 01953 881885 ldquoSilver Surferrdquo support a speciality
SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEAS Hosted by St Maryrsquos Church in August
Sunday 15th August Christian Community Centre 230pm until 4pm All
welcome - please come along and bring family and friends
Watton United FC have begun
preparing for life in Anglian
Combination Division 1 by
appointing ex - Diss and Watton
player Paul Nicholls to assist with
training and match days whilst he
awaits his return to football from a
serious injury Manager Vince
Harwood has welcomed his return
to the club in a coaching capacity
and hopes his experience at a
higher level will improve the
young players currently at the club
Further changes behind the scenes
include the appointment of Ian
Hunt and Christian Hayward to
assist with running the reserve
team this season and they are
encouraging any new players to
attend training on Wednesday
nights at Watton Sports Centre
(7pm start)
The club has also arranged a number
of Preseason friendlies for the first
team all at home versus Watton
United 18s Dersingham Rovers
(Friday 6th August) and Thetford
Rovers (Wednesday 11th August)
kicking off at 645pm Their first
league fixture is a local derby away
at Wymondham Town on Tuesday
17th August
The reserves new management
team are looking forward to home
games against Thetford Rovers
Reserves (Wednesday 4th August)
and an unnamed team (Friday 13th
August) before their season starts
on Thursday 19th August away at
Mattishall Reserves All games
Kick off at 645pm
The club also have a number of
advertising opportunities available
this season with programme
adverts and advertising boards at
the ground all priced at pound50 for the
season Anyone interested should
contact Paul Woods on
07917361762 or email
infowattonunitedfccouk
Getting ready for the new season
For a small very rural bowls club
Ashill has exceeded all expectations
this year Our men reached the
quarterfinals of the Bales Cup and
Peter Bunn Colin Breeze Bob Hall
and Alan Willer reached the same
stage in the Norfolk County Fours The
men also lie 2nd in the Central North
Division just a half point behind
Thetford The ladies section not to be
outdone have also faired very well
Chris Bailey reaching the quarterfinals
of the County Unbadged Singles
before succumbing to an opponent
from Freethorpe she Inga Healy and
Jackie Taylor got to the quarterfinals of
the Coronation Cup and the latter two
and Sheila Malyon reached the semi-
finals of the County Triples before
being beaten by Diss at RG Carters
In the mixed competitions we
overcame Long Stratton Thetford and
Connaught (the latter two on their
home greens) to reach the semi-finals
of the Jermy Cup our opponents being
Freethorpe on Sunday 18th July at the
neutral green of Wymondham and just
recently we won the Coral Cup played
at Watton Bowls Club So far it has
been a very successful and enjoyable
season despite the vagaries of our
uncertain weather
Ashill Bowls Club minnows on a high
The sunny warm and dry weather
has turned parts of the course brown
but has made for some exciting golf
None more so than in the June
monthly medal when David Flack
playing off a handicap of 10 shot a
net 62 In the same competition
Martin Parker achieved a hole in 1
on the par three 12th hole which
made him very happy but led to a
large dent in his bank balance
Recent Stableford competition
winners were Tony Bonner Alan
Blythe Phil Barrall David Wakeford
and David Packard
Recent inter-club match results were
versus Eaton Away lost 2frac12 - 3frac12 V
Royal Cromer away lost 1frac12 - 4frac12 V
Costessey park at home lost 2frac12 -
3frac12 V Gt Yarmouth at home won
5frac12 - frac12
The Seniors Open was held on 1st
July and approx 50 players
representing 14 different clubs
played in a stableford competition It
was an excellent day enjoyed by all
and the winner was George Axten
from Kings Lynn A separate
competition for Richmond Park
members was won by David Adcock
Richmond Park Golf Club Senior Section
On Saturday 21st August at Ashill
rectory Garden there will be a Fun
BBQ from 4pm to 8pm Tickets are
just pound5 for adults and pound250 for
children and include BBQ Salads
and delicious desserts
We hope to raise enough money at
this event to fund another year of
education for children in Uganda
who we have supported for six years
Tickets are available from Ann Bunn
on 01760 440 150
Fun Barbecue for Ugandan Children
The Annual Summer Show will
be held on SATURDAY
AUGUST 7trade This is an
opportunity for residents of
Rocklands and the surrounding
area to exhibit Fruit and
Vegetables Flowers Cookery
Art and Handicrafts and for the
children to show off their skills
in various classes
Entries for the show are
accepted between 9am and
12noon with judging
commencing at 1pm Doors are
open to the public at approx
330pm Show Schedules are
available from Post Office
Stores Rocklands or Margaret
Lister
If you feel you would like to
take part in our Summer Show
and would like more
information contact Margaret
Lister on 01953 483417
Annual Summer Show at Rocklands
Celebrations Celebrations You are all warmly invited to join
us at Choral Evensong at St
Mary‟s Church Watton on
Sunday 1st August at 530pm for
a special service of prayer and
beautiful church music and
afterwards for tea and cake
This is a celebration as our church
choir is one of 67 choirs affiliated
to the Royal School of Church
Music in Norfolk
Do come and enjoy the music and
see for yourselves You may
even want to join us We are
always happy to welcome new
members to the Choir
Goods amp services - warranties Repairs for goods can be expensive and it is very
important that warranties provide adequate
protection Unfortunately Citizens‟ Advice Bureaux
continue to hear about clients whose warranties
have not been honoured Here are some of the cases
dealt with by Bureaux throughout the country
Bishops Waltham reported that a woman had
purchased a buggy for pound150 at Babies R Us in
May 2009 She noticed that the elbow joints were
becoming loose and she believed this was
dangerous as it could pinch a child‟s fingers She
took it back to Babies R Us in January 2010 and
they sent it back to the manufacturer which
returned it and stated that the bolts had been
tightened (despite the fact that the joints were
riveted not bolted) The elbow joints did initially
seem tighter but the problem soon reappeared and
so the client took the buggy back again and
complained Babies R Us refused to replace the
buggy but sent it to their quality assurance
department which stated that the problem was due
to wear and tear She asked to see the manager
and explained that the buggy was within the
warranty period and that she was most unhappy
that her child was in danger every time she used
it The manager walked away and would not
discuss it Other customers came up to her in the
store and said they had had similar experiences
Southend saw a man who had bought a second
hand van for about pound4000 from The Van Centre
He had taken it back to the trader twice within six
weeks of purchasing it because the engine kept
cutting out and the client believed it was not safe
to drive Despite the fact that the van was covered
by warranty The Van Centre refused to rectify
the problems The client was frustrated at having
been sold a faulty van and very annoyed that he
received no help when he returned it He was also
very anxious and worried about the safety of the
vehicle especially as he had two children who
travel with him at times
Sometimes failure to honour a warranty is
compounded by other unfair trading practices such
as pressure to upgrade the faulty goods to a more
expensive version or mis-selling of inappropriate or
unnecessary insurance Ash told us about a client
who had problems with a secondhand vehicle She
had purchased a car with a warranty from a local
dealer using a hire purchase agreement In the first
12 months the car suffered repeated electrical
problems which the dealer was unable to resolve
The offer of a courtesy car was not honoured
resulting in additional expense for the client When
the client refused to drive the car again the dealer
encouraged her to exchange it for a newer model
and refinance The client agreed but the finance was
refused as a result of a poor credit rating The client
was left locked in a finance agreement for a car
which she considered unroadworthy despite the fact
that it was under warranty
Southend saw a woman who had purchased a
treadmill from Argos for pound29999 Four months
later she purchased breakdown insurance for pound44
However when the equipment needed repairing
she was told by Argos that the insurance was not
valid because it was taken out more than 45 days
after purchase She was given a handwritten note
saying that the claim was rejected by the insurer
Allianz Kings for this reason and was told that
she could ask them to refund her premium No
other remedy was offered When the adviser rang
Allianz Kings they were told that the insurance
did not cover the fault because the goods were
within the manufacturers two year warranty
period and a claim should in fact be made on this
Allianz Kings said that this is what Argos had
told them and there was no mention of the issue
of when the insurance was purchased The client
was annoyed at Argos for failing to rectify the
situation and identify who was responsible She
was also frustrated that she had been sold and
had begun to pay for insurance which appeared to
be useless and unnecessary at least for the two
years of the warranty
If you think that you have been similarly affected by
consumer issues and you would like help and advice
then please call in to your local Bureau or you could
also contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or
use their website at wwwconsumerdirectgovuk
Sports News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 23
Petrified of Your Computer You donrsquot need to be
Ring Lesley Horn For 1 to 1 beginnerrsquos support in your own home
Friendly patient and knowledgeable help with using your computer to find things on the Internet email your family amp
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TelephoneFax 01953 883488 55 High Street Watton
For quality out of print books Fine Bindings and Collectable Editions New Books including local and childrenrsquos classics
Visit the Applestore Gallery on the first floor exhibiting the Paintings of Kevin Robinson and his complete range of East Anglian prints including Watton and Wymondham
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Attleborough High in the Beach Volleyball Tournament
Three teams from Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre were
entered into the first Norfolk Beach
volleyball Tournament on Great
Yarmouth central beach This was the first
volleyball competition the school has
entered and there was an air of excitement
after some good practice sessions
Two U16 boys teams from Attleborough
High were entered into the 15 strong
league
Team 1 consisting of Richard Adelugba
Daniel Dean Matthew Brookson and Joe
Whiterod took a while to get use to the
sand losing their first game against Notre
Dame 17-9 Communication and
technique improved dramatically and the
Attleborough team went on to win against
Alderman Peel team 2 (25-9) Great
Yarmouth team 2 (23-11) and Oriel team
3 (20-17) The whole team worked well
together with excellent serving and
committed dives shown by all particularly
Richard saw Attleborough Team 1 sail
through to the play-off
Team 2 from Attleborough High consisted
of Callum Langstaff Jake Horscroft
Matthew Miller and Daniel Thompson
Some excellent combination play between
Callum and Jake saw this team win their
first game against Lynn Grove 19-11
Matthew put in some excellent serves in
the second game and Daniel‟s athletic
dives saw another win against Alderman
Peel team 3 (24-18) This team lost focus a
little towards the end and lost their final
two games against Oriel team 1 and Great
Yarmouth team 3 With two big wins to
start the tournament Attleborough team 2
managed to come 2nd in their group and
go into the play-off‟s
Team 1 played two teams to battle it out
for 1st 2nd and 3rd place Confidence was
boosted with great combinations of dig
set and smash to gain a win over
Alderman Peel team 1 (17-14) Next was
the unbeaten Oriel team 1 who always
took 3 touches to control and set up the
perfect smash was Attleborough found
hard to return
Final score here was 11-8 to Oriel
Attleborough Team 1 finished in 2nd
place out of 15 teams
Team 2 from AHS faced Notre Dame and
Oriel team 3 in their play-off and even
though excellent commitment was shown
to get even the slightest touch on the ball
two defeats left them in 6th place out of 15
One U16 girls team from Attleborough
High was entered consisting of Lauren
Willingham Annalise Gray Holly
Warren Ellie Philpott Sinead
Bollingbroke and Charlotte Ord The
girls team had 2 substitutes and took a
while to get use to the rotation of
positions The first game against
Alderman Peel 1 saw a closely contested
battle with some brilliant smashes from
Lauren but unfortunately the final
whistle blew at 17-16 to the opponents
With great determination and some
excellent set plays coming together from
Anna and Ellie the girls team went to
win three of their final games Caister
(19-16) Alderman Peel 4 (20-16) and
Lynn Grove (34-8)
Three out of four wins saw the
Attleborough High School girls through to
the grand final to play Notre Dame Even
though Sinead served brilliantly
throughout the team lost 48-21 leaving
Attleborough U16 girls to finish 2nd out
of 11 teams
Player from Watton United FC took
a break from the World Cup action
this month to try their hand on the
golf course at their 4th Annual Golf
Tournament on Friday 25th June
An impressive total of 23 x 4 man
teams competed this year The
competition comprised of 18 holes
under stableford rules with prizes
for the individual best score and
team score taking the best two
scores on each hole from each team
This year also saw the presentation
of the RICK NEAVE cup in
memory of Watton United‟s former
manager being awarded to the
highest scoring individual who has
played for Watton United FC and a
new award presented to the person
with the lowest overall round
The club were pleased to see a
number of current club members
taking part together with some
familar faces from the past including
ex Watton United Managers Tony
Shipp Bob Taylor and ex players
Andy Hunt Paul Jarvis Daryl
Woodward Andy Campbell and
Richard Spillman Ollie Applegate
Karl Pitcher all appearing in teams
for the first time
Winners were as follows
BEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE 1st B
Taylor (47 points) 2nd H Waters (46
points) 3rd D Rudling (45 points)gt
BEST TEAM SCORE 1st Team
Spillman (S Spillman R Spillman
D Rudling I Bonser (99 points) 2nd
Team Shipp (T Shipp G Rowlands
K Kitteridge T Lyons (97 points)
3rd Team Wordley (S Wordley R
Bailey P Legrice M Mace (95
points)
RICK NEAVE CUP Bob Taylor (47
Points)
LOWEST GROSS ROUND Paul
Matless (72 shots)
OTHER AWARDS Nearest The Pin
(Hole 3) - Jon Sproston Longest
Drive (Hole 9) - Stuart Livock
Longest Drive (Hole 13) - P Matless
Nearest The Pin (Hole 17) - Phil
Patience Wooden Spoon (Paul
Rayner)
The club would like to again extend
its thanks to thanks Simon Jessop at
Richmond Park Golf Club for
providing excellent hospitality
throughout the day and allowing the
club to put on this much needed
fundraiser each year Details of next
year‟s competition will available in
2011
Pictured are the winning team left to
right S Spillman D Rudling R
Spillman I Bonser
Watton Uniteds 4th Annual Golf Day
ST MARYrsquoS CHURCH WATTON
GRAND FETE amp CAR BOOT SALE
on the field next to St Maryrsquos Church Car Park Saturday 21st August from 900am to 100pm
Raffle ~ Games ~ Cakes ~ Refreshments Car boot places at pound4 per car no need to book Please contact the Parish Office 01953 881252
Picture Supplied
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 24 Sports News
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Personal supervision Pre-Paid Funeral Plans available
Arrangements may be discussed in the privacy of your own home
Tel (01760) 440269 (24 hrs) Established over 60 years
FUNERAL DIRECTORS SERVING WATTON amp DISTRICT
WC LITTLEPROUD amp SON of BRADENHAM
lsquoA genuine family owned amp run business
offering a caring traditional amp affordable servicersquo
MID-NORFOLK TIMES The deadline for the September issue will be
12 Noon on the 16th August Page space is allocated strictly on a first come first served basis Deadline is the latest
date and time that copy will be considered for inclusion Arrival of copy before
deadline does not guarantee inclusion if you wish to be certain your entry gets to print
then please make sure it arrives in plenty of time
If you are submitting on paper you MUST sign and include your contact details
with each item If you do not the item will NOT be published
You can contact Julian by ringing (01953) 858908 You can write to 32 High
Street Watton IP25 6AE Or you can leave copy in the bin at Adcocks 32 High
Street Watton
The e-mail address is julianmidnorfolktimescom
All views expressed in the Mid-Norfolk Times are those of the contributors and
not the publishers While every care and effort has been taken to ensure accuracy
the publisher cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions
This issue of the Mid-Norfolk Times was published by Julian Horn 32 High Street Watton IP25 6AE and printed through
wwwquotemeprintcom 0845 1300 667
EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 4 News
SALEC TRAVEL LTD Wednesday 4th August Yarmouth 930am amp 4pm Return Adult pound7 Child pound5
Thursday 12th August Fakenham 930am amp 130pm Return Adult amp Child pound5 Frid 13th August Lowestoft Airshow 9am amp Return After Last Display Adult pound9 Child pound5 Sat 14th Aug Parrott ZooSkegness 9am amp 4pm Return Adult pound20pound1250 Child pound14pound9
Saturday 14th August 50s amp 60s Evening with Cardy amp Coke Adult pound28 Sunday 15th August Indians at Hunstanton Adult pound24
Saturday 21st August Chessington World of adventures 8am amp 5pm Return Adult pound37 Child pound25
Fri 27th August Clacton Airshow 8am amp Return after last display Adult pound15 Child pound12 Saturday 28th August Southwold 10am amp 4pm Return Adult pound9 Child pound6
Saturday 28thMonday 30th August BBQ Cruise Evening Adult pound24 Saturday 4th September Nottingham 8am + 4pm Return Adult pound20 Child pound15 Saturday 4th September Bjorn Again amp Bucks Fizz at Holkham Hall Adult pound40
Wednesday 15th September Gorleston Pavilion Summer Show Adult pound20 Sat 17th Sept Bury St Edmunds 930am amp 3pm Return Adult amp Child pound5
Sat 25th Sept Chatsworth House 8am amp 5pm Return Adult pound25 Child pound15 Sunday 10th October Charlie Landsborough at Norwich poundTBA
Sat 4th December Daniel O Donnell Christmas Show at Brentwood poundTBA Wednesday 8th December Thursford Evening Show Adult amp Child pound3750
Sat 11th December Christmas Seaside Special Show at Cromer Adult pound22 Sun19th December Christmas Lunch at The Burrage Gorleston Adult pound20
Monday 20th December Wisbech Christmas Market 9am amp 4pm Return Adult pound10 Child pound550
PLEASE NOTE SOME OF THE DATES ABOVE HAVE BEEN CHANGED
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In September 1st Saham Toney
Brownies will be joining with
other members from Watton
District on an outing to Great
Yarmouth Organised by Norfolk
Girlguiding
It is called Seaside Sparkle and is
part of Girlguiding Centenary
celebrations
On Tuesday 17th August at
730pm at the Wells Cole
Community Centre Bell Lane
Saham Toney Robin Horn is
giving a talk and slide show on his
trip to Peru Robin has written a
short introduction to the talk
Three and a half years ago I
accepted a Macmillan Cancer
Support fundraising challenge
The final part of the challenge was
to spend four days hiking the Inca
Trail high in the Andean
Mountains of Peru This I did two
years ago The adventure took me
through magnificent scenery and
past Inca ruins ending up at the
fabulous site of Machu Picchu -
regarded by many as the eighth
wonder of the world
Come and find out more about his
trip and see the magnificent
scenery he experienced Tickets
are available from Bryony on
01953 889167 or at Adcocks in
Watton at pound3 each and include
refreshments There will also be a
raffle on the evening
Moneys raised will go towards
our special Centenary trip to
Seaside Sparkle - not quite Peru
but nevertheless an Adventure
Bryony Horn
Talk on Peru will help Brownies Sparkle
Almost a year ago I was driving through
Hingham just going past St Andrew‟s
Church when I saw a poster for an
exhibition The art group was having an
exhibition alongside as I discovered a
most talented and sociable group of
ladiesthe Hardingham Textile Group
Creeping quietly into the Church I was
greeted warmly by a number of people
but as my main interest is in working
with textiles I headed straight for a very
special part of an outstanding exhibition
The items I saw and was itching to
handle were of a wide variety and could
only serve to excite anyone connected
with a similar pleasurable pastime
I found out about joining this fabulous
group and did so in September 2009
Since that date I have been able to
explore and experiment with such things
as stitching with metals and clay transfer
printing kantha embroidery needle
painting metal thread work machine
stitching on water soluble fabrics
freestyle Florentine and Banjara bags
The list is endless and caters for varied
ages and levels of expertise
Encouragement and advice is always on
hand and of course there is always the
star pupil who I try to emulate (if only)
Once again it is time for the exhibition
which includes both traditional and
modern pieces in Hingham Church from
Wednesday 1st September to Saturday
4th September 2010 inclusive Opening
times are from 9am to 5pm on
Wednesday to Friday and 9am to 4pm on
Saturday Admission is free The
Hingham and Hardingham Art Group
will be having their annual art exhibition
alongside Steph George
Norfolk County Councils Environment
Transport and Development overview and
scrutiny panel have been told it would cost
pound88m next year (2011-12) to restore roads
to their 2006-07 condition The report
acknowledges that this is unaffordable
The structural maintenance budget this year
is pound367m and Government funding is
expected to be cut further in the autumn
A report to the Panel says that the overall
condition of Norfolks county road network
was relatively stable when assessed last
autumn - but the impact of the harsh winter
and the effectiveness of repairs and
increased investment this year will not
become clear until the roads are surveyed
in the coming autumn (2010)
The panel were told that on A roads early
intervention through measures such as
surface dressing has achieved some
improvements and a reduction in the
maintenance backlog However the
condition of B and C class roads and
bridges has shown some deterioration
Although the condition of roads is
relatively stable year on year
Adrian Gunson Cabinet member for travel
and transport said Since 200405 the
money we have spent on structural
maintenance has remained almost static in
cash terms but inflation means that we can
only carry out about two thirds of the
volume of work we were able to do five
years ago Careful targeting of resources by
our engineers intervening at the right time
with the right treatments has helped
maintain a safe network and limited further
deterioration With even less money in the
years ahead maintaining our roads to
ensure safety and prevent rapid
deterioration is likely to take priority over
improvement projects
It‟s a reading revolution that is sweeping
the country and it‟s now taking off in
Norfolk as people catch on to the benefits
of ebooks
Norfolk County Council‟s Library Service
launched its digital library on 10 May and
between then and the end of June 443
people have downloaded 1085 ebooks
While this falls some way short of the
1010007 traditional books borrowed from
Norfolk libraries in May and June with
more and more people preferring to receive
information electronically the library
service predicts this gap will soon start to
narrow
As with its traditional book loan service it
costs nothing to borrow an ebook from the
library and at the end of the loan period ndash
which can be either seven 14 or 21 days ndash
the ebook file will be automatically deleted
from the borrower‟s device meaning there
is never any danger of paying overdue
charges All people need to borrow an
ebook is a personal PC with internet access
and to be a member of the library service ndash
which is also free to join
Derrick Murphy Cabinet Member for
Cultural Services at Norfolk County
Council said ldquoPhysical books are still
at the heart of our libraries and will be
for a very long time to come The new
ebooks loan service is a great
development though and offers library
members choice about how they want
to read ndash for some people it will be a
more attractive and practical alternative
than borrowing a pile of paperbacks in
person The reaction to ebooks has
been fantastic so far and we‟ll continue
to grow and improve the service
according to demand and customer
feedbackrdquo
The main advantage an ebook has over a
paper or hardback version is that it is
simply an electronic file and thus
completely weightless When stored on an
ereader device potentially hundreds of
books can be taken and read anywhere
making them popular with people who like
to read on the go With the summer
holidays about to start the library service is
anticipating more interest in ebooks from
holidaymakers who like to read on the
beach or by the pool
There are 2426 ebooks in the Norfolk
digital library and up to six titles can be
borrowed by one person at any one time
Ebooks that have recently become available
to borrow include Love in a Cold Climate
by Nancy Mitford Witches Abroad by
Terry Pratchett and The Count of Monte
Cristo by Alexandre Dumas
To become a member of Norfolk County
Council‟s library service visit
wwwlibrariesnorfolkgovuk Existing
members can access the digital library and
borrow ebooks via a link on the same page
Not all ereaders are compatible with the
system Norfolk libraries uses for a list of
compatible devices see the link at the top of
the digital library homepage
Textile and Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Hingham
Maintaining the condition of Norfolk‟s roads bdquounaffordable‟
Some famous people such as Sir Richard
Branson Dame Judi Dench Prunella
Scales Sir Ian Mckellen Joanna Lumley
Sir John Major Felicity Kendal Joan
Collins Sir Michael Caine Stephen Fry
Nicholas Parsons and Bob Flowerdew have
all contributed recipes and stories to a new
book of recipes entitled ldquoAble to Cookrdquo
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of Able
Community Care a cookery book bdquoAble to
Cook‟ has been published with funds raised
from the book sales going to Age UK
(Norfolk) and Connects and Co a charity
which supports young carers
Able Community Care was established by
Angela Gifford in Norwich in 1980 The
company provides live-in carer schemes
throughout Great Britain and the Channel
Islands a true alternative to moving into a
residential care setting
Angela Gifford explained the idea behind
the book ldquoOver the years many recipes
have been passed down to us from care
workers and clients And when considering
how to celebrate our pearl anniversary a
cookery book made up of our care workers
and clients dishes came to mindrdquo
ldquoLater to enhance this idea and to help
raise funds for our chosen charities we
decided to seek recipes from famous
people who had a link with Norfolk and
ask them for a reason why they liked to
cook their chosen reciperdquo
The result is bdquoAble to Cook‟ The book
enables cooks to have fun and cook with
the stars whilst raising money for charity at
the same time ndash the perfect combination
Readers can buy the book on line at
wwwuk-carecom or if you don‟t have
Internet please ring 01603 764567
You‟ll be bdquoAble to Cook‟ with this book
Norfolk County Council libraries invite you to join the ebook revolution
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 5
Attleborough High School and Sixth Form
Centre presented a cheque for pound40700 to
Dr Henry Mannings of Star Throwers the
Wymondham based Cancer support
charity Students of the school had raised
the money for the charity as they wanted to
support the wonderful work that this
charity carries out in the local community
After Dr Mannings presented an assembly
at the school and after a Sixth Form visit
to the charity base students were eager to
raise money to help the important work of
the charity Year 12 students wanted to be
able to donate the funds to provide the
charity with another educational model for
identifying a common form of cancer the
pound407 donated on this occasion will allow
this
Star Throwers (wwwstarthrowersorguk)
has been in development for a number of
years finally launching in September
2009 Star Throwers is a not-for-profit
registered charity run entirely by
passionate volunteers dedicated to
supporting and advising people in East
Anglia who are affected by cancer or are
at particular risk of developing cancer The
charity seeks to provide a range of advice
for cancer prevention and treatment for
sufferers and their families and to develop
educational opportunities so people can
make informed choices about their
treatment and to increase the awareness
necessary for cancer prevention in lifestyle
choices As well as detailed up to date
advice about cancer and all forms of
medical treatment the charity also offers a
range of complementary therapies to
support those who are suffering from the
disease and their relatives These presently
include Massage Reiki Reflexology
family counselling and osteopathy The
charity aims to educate the public on the
prevention of cancer They are constantly
developing their education programme and
can offer focussed workshops on different
aspects of the disease to inform and help
prevention
Dr Mannings commented ldquoStar Throwers
would like to thank Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre staff and
students for the money they have raised
today and in the past for our charity We
have developed good links with this school
ndash Sixth Formers recently attended a series
of workshops at the charity base in
Wymondham It is so important that we
have opportunities to educate young
people about their health whether it be
methods of checking themselves for signs
of cancer or how to develop a healthy
lifestyle that helps to maximise their
chances of preventing cancerrdquo
Dr Henry Mannings of Star Throwers
Charity in Wymondham receiving a
cheque from Asisitant Headteacher
Carmina McConnell with students from
the school at Attleborough High School
and Sixth Form
Centre
If you need some
help or advice or
feel that you could
get involved and
assist Star
Throwers in their
quest to support
those touched by
cancer in East
Anglia please call
on 01953 423304
or go to their
website
Attleborough High School Supports Star Throwers
Sometimes called the father of
English literature Chaucer is
credited by some scholars as the
first author to demonstrate the
artistic legitimacy of the
vernacular Middle English rather
than French or Latin and though
he died in October 1400 his work
echoes down through the
centuries most notably perhaps
through the Canterbury Tales
The Chaucer Man Trevor Eaton
in his visits and performances to
Primary and Secondary Schools
and Colleges all over the country
has introduced some 100000
school pupils of all ages to live
Chaucer
Mr Eaton is a graduate of New
College Oxford and the
University of Kent at Canterbury
A former University Lecturer in
Anglo-Saxon and Middle English
he founded and edited for 30
years the international review
ldquoJournal of Literary Semanticsrdquo
He has published several books
on linguistics and literature and
has commercially recorded 20 full
-length cassettes in Middle
English (for Pearl Records) The
Canterbury Tales (complete) Sir
Gawain and the Green Knight and
Pearl His 2 CD set recording of
Beowulf unabridged in Anglo-
Saxon was featured in
Kaleidoscope on BBC Radio 4
He has given more than 1200
performances of Chaucers Tales
and has appeared at the
Cheltenham Festival of Literature
the Chaucer Festival in
Canterbury Garden Festival
Wales Rochester Literary
Festival and the Swansea Fringe
Festival
The Chaucer Man will visit your
school or college and present your
choice of Chaucers works in
Middle English pronunciation
bringing the texts to life Some
Tales he knows by heart
simultaneously reciting in Middle
English and acting the story
There is no limit to the size of the
audience - the more the merrier in
fact - though an appropriate
number of teachers should be
present If you would like to find
out more you can Contact the
Chaucer Man on 01303 260 380
The Chaucer Man
The World‟s Biggest Coffee
Morning is back and this year
the charity needs your help
even more than before due to
the economic climate Can you
help them If so all you need to
do is register to take part and
you will receive a free
fundraising pack so you can
help even more people living
with cancer
This year‟s bdquoWorld‟s Biggest
Coffee Morning‟ event takes
place on Friday 24 September
Helen Chapman Fundraising
Manager for Macmillan Cancer
Support said bdquoLast year
pound184000 was raised in Norfolk
from 800 events It would be
wonderful if readers who have
held events before could go one
step further by raising an extra
pound50 at their events If everyone
did this we could potentially
raise pound225000‟
There are currently 2 million
people living with cancer in the
UK and one in three of us will
be affected by cancer at some
point during our lifetime
Macmillan is most famous for
its nurses but we do provide
other support including a free
phone line for anyone affected
by cancer financial support for
things like hospital trips and we
also campaign for better cancer
care So every cup of coffee on
24 September really will count
Everyone can make their cuppa
count by holding a coffee
morning at home at work or at
school To hold a coffee morning
for Macmillan register by
calling 0845 602 1246 or visit
wwwmacmillanorgukcoffee
Unable to hold an event Then
why not make a donation to
Macmillan by calling the above
number and paying by debit or
credit card
Will you be putting a smile on your Coffee Mug
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 6 News
The Boo amp Hiss Theatre Company Proudly Presents
an Amateur Production of
Tickets pound5
On Sale Wednesday
1st September
From Mullenger amp Co
High Street Watton
01953 883 474
If you dont find
these pictures of
just a few of the
cast scary enough
Then Just Wait Till
The Spirits Rise
In the
Queens H
all Thursday 23rd
Friday 24th
Saturday 25th
Septem
ber
I am the Archivist and Registrar for the
Pre-1940 Triumph Owners Club and
also the proud owner of two 1930‟s
Triumph Gloria saloons Over the past
10 years I have been busy expanding
the club‟s records to help gain a better
idea of the original Triumph Motor
Company‟s (1923 to 1940) production
of models and numbers manufactured
It is currently estimated that in total
Triumph built 35000 vehicles which is
less than a large motor company such
as Morris would produce in a year
Unfortunately the company collapsed
just before the outbreak of war and
during the Coventry Blitz all
production records were destroyed
Thankfully the Triumph name survived
and became even more popular after
the war when Standard bought what
was then just a bdquopaper‟ company One
of the very few tangible links between
the two companies was Walter
Belgrove Triumph‟s chief stylist who
went on to join Standard and designed
the TR2 sports car
During my research I have met and
corresponded with many past owners
of these coach built cars from all over
the world Receiving so many
interesting accounts of life with these
cars gave me the idea to write and
publish a book featuring them In 2005
I released my first book and following
its success in sales and attracting more
stories and family photos over the past
5 years As the result I have now
published Volume 2
Pre-1940 Triumph Motor Cars from
Family Photograph Albums ndash Volume
2 is a high quality hard-bound book
with 128 pages containing 113
nostalgic memories of life with these
Pre-war Triumphs from all over the
world (including six from Norfolk)
illustrated with bdquofamily snaps‟ from
1920‟s to early 1970‟s It covers a
broad range of Triumph models such as
Super Sevens Southern Crosses
Glorias Vitesses and Dolomites
I am also pleased to say that I arranged
for the book to be printed and bound
locally which is not common these
days with so many printers and binders
closing down as a result of strong
overseas competition
The book costs pound20 plus pound482 pampp
and as with my first book is only
available direct from me at the address
below
I have already started Volume 3 and
with time marching on I am
experiencing more difficulty in finding
people who either owned or
remembered these stylish cars when
they were used as everyday transport
Therefore I will be very pleased to
hear from and speak with anyone who
has memories and photos of these Pre-
war Triumphs so that they can be
saved and enjoyed forever in print
Every account is of great value to me
and the club as at the very least it adds
another car to our records If it is
already recorded I may be able to
advise who first owned it or its
eventual fate
Graham Shipman Brick Kiln Farm
Shropham Norfolk NR17 1ED
Email gsbkfbtinteretcom Tel
01953 498 180
Pictured is Graham standing by the
drivers door of his 1936 Gloria Vitesse
with Roger amp Edna Barnes
Nostalgic motoring book released by local author
Mrs Cath Mills Head Teacher of Great Ellingham And Rocklands Primary
Schools retired form her post in July She joined Great Ellingham Primary
School in 1999 as deputy head teacher In 2003 she became acting head before
being appointed head teacher in 2004 Since then she has led the school forward
through many changes
Mrs Mills has overseen a large building project which gave the school four
spacious new classrooms and transformed the teaching environment The school
grounds have also been rejuvenated with a pirate ship trim trail vegetable patch
and wildlife area The school is now bursting at the seams and a happy and lively
place for the children to learn
In 2007 Great Ellingham went into partnership with Rocklands Primary School
and since then Mrs Mills has had responsibility for both schools
Among other refurbishments Rocklands Primary School now has a new Servery
and can offer proper school lunches as well as vastly extended and improved
facilities for Class One
Superb management has
even enabled this small
village school to maintain
three classes when so many
schools have had to make
cuts
Mrs Mills has taken the
partnership through its early
days and established a strong
relationship that utilises the
expertise from both schools
With her friendly but
thorough approach Mrs
Mills leaves both schools in
good spirits and with great
potential to go forward and
improve She will be greatly
missed and the Governors
Staff and pupils wish her all
the best for her bdquoretirement‟
Both schools now look
forward to welcoming Mrs
Heather Ware as their new
head teacher from
September
Popular Head Teacher Retires
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 7
Rocklands Great Bank Holiday Art amp Craft Fair is on Monday 30th August in Rocklands Manor Meadows and the Big
Black Barns Open from 11 am to 5 pm there will be arts and crafts food drink plants music machines and more
Popular potters like Heather Graham and Felicity Hoyle are coming again and new to us this year is Jo Sweeting
who is exhibiting her stone and letter carving along with many other specially chosen craftsmen Wildlife artist
Jonathan Yule is exhibiting for us this year and miniaturist Edith Clarke is another one of our new exhibitors ndash and
what about Christopher Hoyle ndash do you know his work Come and find out
On the veranda we have the
sketching supremo Chris
Riddell the political
cartoonist of the
Observer and illustrator
and co-author of the
Edge Chronicles
drawing pencil portraits
of you or your loved
ones for only pound500 In
the meadows we have
garden sculpture by Si
Uwin and Martin Pigg
plants for sale Pat Ram‟s
War Memorabilia and
displays of Static
Engines and Iron Works
When you need a rest we
have The Rum Brothers
Band playing again for
us while you eat a
ploughman‟s tea and
cakes hot dogs ice
cream and we have the
bar laid on by the
Rocklands White Hart
The gardens woods and
ponds are yours to enjoy
all day All this for just
adults pound3 children pound100
infants free parking free
pay on the gate
Rocklands Manor
Scoulton Road Rockland
St Peter NR17 1UW
01953 483226
For St Peter‟s Church
e-mail salesbobsmobilescouk
If you happen to be in the Queens Hall
on Thursday 23th Friday 24th or
Saturday 25th September then it
probably will be But it might be hard
to hear over the roars of laughter that
are bound to echo around the Queens
Hall in Watton as the Boo and Hiss
Theatre Company present their 2010
show Laughter in the Dark
In a change from the trend of recent
years of performing popular television
shows such as ldquoAllo Allordquo ldquoAre You
Being Servedrdquo etc and most recently
last year‟s acclaimed production of
ldquoDads Armyrdquo Boo and Hiss have
taken on a really challenging
production of Laughter in the Dark by
Victor Lucas
Laughter in the Dark is an immensely
funny play which takes place at
Creeching Cheeney in deepest darkest
somewhere and strange but very funny
happenings are occurring An oddly
assorted group of people (and we don‟t
mean the cast but rather the
characters though both statements
might be true but I digress) Anyway
this oddball bunch are assembled on a
snowy Christmas Eve to hear the
readings of a will laying down certain
stipulations before they can inherit
their legacies
A creepy butler skeletons ghosts and
rattling chains add to the excitement in
the snowbound house and an uninvited
guest in the shape of a large Red
Indian rampages through this hilarious
romp
This is quite a large production
featuring some of the Company‟s best
loved performers and we don‟t think it
is too much of an exaggeration to say
that we have all been surprised how the
characters have matched the players
From the creepy old Butler played by
Keith Gilbert the delightful Bunny
Tucker played by Stacy Wilkinson
Alethea and Herbert Budget played by
Rita Lake and Alan Abel to Alec
ldquolavish lavishrdquo Ogleby played by
Gavin Challis and his PA Lydia
Prentice played by Fleur ldquoNone Betterrdquo
Revell Lake
With some bright young faces and one
or two more scary old ones there can
be no doubt you are in for a treat We
are not going to give any more away
except to say that tickets go on sale on
Wednesday 1st September so we
suggest you don‟t leave it too long
before you get yours because this looks
like being a sell-out production
Is that the rattling of chains I can hear
Why are there not more litter bins
in public spaces and around
schools Do the police treat young
offenders differently to older ones
How often are school busses
checked for safety
These were just some of the questions
put to the panels of senior public
services officials by the Breckland
Youth Select Committee last Thursday
at the EcoTech Centre in Swaffham
The grillings were the culmination
of a day in which over 80 children
from Charles Burrell Old
Buckenham and Northgate High
Schools and Sacred Heart Convent
School learnt the importance of
getting involved in community
issues and how they can influence
things that affect them
They split into four groups to talk about
the environment anti-social behaviour
leisure and transport Working with
Officers from Breckland Council each
group identified what the common
important issues are and designed
questions which they later put to the
panels
Breckland Council Executive Member
for Communities and Benefits Adrian
Stasiak and his Executive Support
Member Lynda Turner took part in the
event and both were impressed by the
experience
Mr Stasiak commented ldquoI know that
the young people involved enjoyed the
day and I hope it may encourage them
to become bdquoVocal Locals‟ within their
communities Maybe they might even
be inspired to put themselves forward
to become a Youth Councillor in the
next Breckland Youth Council
Elections in February 2011rdquo
Lynda was also impressed by the
quality of the exchanges
ldquoSitting on the panel was a big
challenge with some testing questions
across a wide range of issues It was
also a day of honesty and learning for
all involved The questions also
stimulated discussion and debate and
that is what democracy is all aboutrdquo
Local services chiefs put to the test by youngsters
Northgate high school pupils prepare questions for the panel Kate
Mitchell 14 (left) and Rowan Collins 14
Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair on 30th August
I write this months article after
returning from the funeral of our
oldest regular producer Joan
Redgell who died on 30th June at
the age of 90 Many of you have
been warmed by her knitted gloves
and scarves or charmed by the baby
clothes she knitted We extend our
heartfelt sympathy to John and the
rest of her large family Our other
knitters continue to provide the
lovely garments that have proved so
popular with our customers
Next month you will be seeing
posters in many places promoting
British Food fortnight you dont
have to wait so long to buy British
food at Watton Country Market All
our food is produced within a ten
mile radius of Watton and brought
fresh to Market every Wednesday
morning
Our crafters are all local people too
as well as knitted goods we have a
wide range of etched glass turned
wood CE approved wooden toys
jewellery and greetings cards for all
occasions All our producers are
happy to accept special orders
Our cooks all have current hygiene
certificates and their kitchens have
been checked by the Environment
Agency to ensure food safety in all
our products Our eggs too come
from a local farm
Please visit us any Wednesday
morning between 830 and 1130
am in the Watton Christian
Community Centre Come early if
you want the widest possible choice
In the smaller hall at the rear of the
Centre the Methodist ladies serve
coffee and tea so you can shop and
relax without any extra journey
British food every week at Watton Country Market
The latest in our very successful
Wayland Partnership Craft Fairs is
being held on Saturday 27th
November between 10am ndash 2pm at
the Queens Hall Watton
Our aim is to promote the handmade
work of talented individuals and
provide them with a venue where they
can exhibit and sell their work directly
to the public We also want to provide
the public with an opportunity to
purchase quality handmade crafts and
allow them to speak with the people
who make them
We carefully select exhibitors to
ensure that the standards of crafts are
kept high and that there is a varied
range of crafts showcased at each
event If you are looking for something
different and if quality and
affordability are important to you you
will find what you are looking for at a
Wayland Partnership Craft Fair At this
point in time we have our quota of card
and jewellery producers
Bookings for tables are now being
taken please contact Susan
Hollingworth 01953 880205 or email
susanwaylandorguk for further
information
Autumn Craft Fair
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 8 News
Festival dos Santos Populares em Watton
Esta celebraccedilatildeo acontece
por todo o Pais para
festejar os Santos
O primeiro `e o St
Antόnio que `e mais
festejado na cidade de
Lisboa onde se faz um
casamento onde participam varios
noivos ao mesmo tempo a que chama-
mos as Noivas de St Antόnio
O Segundo S Joatildeo que `e mais
festejado na cidade do Porto em que o
ponto alto da festas satildeo os fogos de
artifiacutecio no fim da noite
O terceiro `e S Pedro que em Sintra
(Lisboa) `e a cidade onde `e mais
comemorado embora como todos os
outros satildeo festejado por todo o pais
Tudo isto `e festejado e comemorado
com muita muacutesica as ruas decoradas
com flores e outras decoraccedilotildees feitas de
papel comida especial como natildeo
poderia deixar de ser a Sardinha e o
Chouriccedilo Assado e a especial soupa de
Caldo Verde como foi feito em Watton
Foi um dia fantaacutestico Com a
participaccedilatildeo de diferentes
comunidades InglesaPolacaLituania
e claro Portugueses Foi um grande
conviviu onde todos se deliciaram com
a comida a musica e o Tempo que
esteve tatildeo quente nesse dia
Com a participaccedilatildeo de quase 100
pessoas incluindo crianccedilas foi um dia
inesquecivel que foi festejado por todos
os partecipantes
A organizaccedilatildeo quer agradecer a todas
as pessoas que tornaram este dia
possivel
O Breckland (suporte financeiro)
Wayland House Watton Junior School
Project Rainbow Watton Service
Centre Tina Cruz ndash Watton Family
Support Rute Ferreira Dulce Pires
Antonio P Teresa Francisco Batista
and Otilia C
O numero da rifa `e o 51
Eu espero que para o prόximo ano
tenhamos mais participantes
OBRIGADO a todos
Festiwal Popularnych świętych w Watton
Tej uroczystości
odbywa się w
całym kraju z
okazji Wszystkich
Świętych
Pierwszy i ktoacutere św Antonio
i najbardziej znanych w
Lizbonie gdzie znajduje się
małżeństwo ktoacutera dotyczyła
kilku chłopakoacutew w tym samym
czasie że nazywa się
Oblubienicą St Antonio
II i S Joatildeo że najbardziej
znanych w mieście Porto gdzie
punktem kulminacyjnym
uroczystości są fajerwerki na
koniec nocy
Trzeciego i S Pedro gdy pos roacutewnież
obchodzony w całym kraju co inne
Sintra (Lisboa) i miasto gdzie i
bardziej obchodzi
Wszystko to i wiele sławy
obchodzony z muzyką ulice
udekorowane kwiatami i upiększanie
inne papierowe jedzenie bardzo
szczegoacutelne ponieważ nie może już być
Sardine i Choriceras Tricorne
specjalnych Soup i palona Green Juice
jak miało to miejsce w Watton
To był fantastyczny dzień Z udziałem
roacuteżnych społeczności Angielski
Polski Litwy i oczywiście po
portugalsku To było wielkie żyli gdzie
ludzie byli zadowoleni z jedzenia
muzyki i pogody ktoacutera była tak gorąca
że dzień
Z udziałem blisko 100 osoacuteb w tym
dzieci był pamiętny dzień ktoacutery był
zachwycony wszyscy uczestnicy
rozdziału
Organizacja chce podziękować
wszystkim ktoacuterzy tego dnia możliwe
Breckland (wsparcie finansowe)
Wayland House Watton Junior
SchoolProject Rainbow Watton
Service Centre Tina Cruz - Watton
Family Support Rute Ferreira Dulce
Pires Antonio P Teresa Francisco
Batista Otilia i C Liczba loterii i 51
Mam nadzieję że więcej uczestnikoacutew
w przyszłym roku Dziękuję wszystkim
Popular Saints Festival in Watton The celebration was about the Saints
that we commemorate for all our
country The first Saint Anthony is
most celebrated in Lisbon City were
they hold a big wedding ceremony with
lots of grooms at the same time
The second is Saint John the biggest
festival is celebrated in Porto City with
a spectacular firework display at the
end of the night
The last one Saint Peter is most
commemorated in Sintra (Lisbon) and
is very important as well
All the celebrations include music and
all the roads are decorated with paper
flowers and other displays The special
food is barbecued Sardines and
Chourico with Soup Caldo Verde like
we did here in Watton
It was a fantastic day This event
had the participation of the many
different communities including
English Polish Lithuanian and
Portuguese The mix of people
enjoyed the food the music and the
weather which was very hot day
With nearly 100 people attending
including children it was an
unforgettable day for everybody
The organisers want to thank
everyone who helped make this
event possible including Breckland
Council Wayland House Watton
Junior School Project Rainbow
Watton Service Centre Tina Cruz ndash
Watton Family Support and Rute
Ferreira Dulce Pires Antonio P
Teresa Francisco Batista and Otilia
C The winning raffle ticket was
number 51 We hope many more of
you will attend next year THANK
YOU to everybody
On August 8th Taylor along with
Tom Dave and his dad Richard
will be embarking on a sponsored
bike ride The intrepid quartet will
be negotiating the blue route in
Thetford Forests High Lodge
The route is over 8 miles of a
tough forest track and the team
will complete 7 circuits over 50
miles in total and should take just
under 10 hours to complete
In January Taylor successfully
completed a scholarship weekend
at Gordonstoun School in
Scotland and has since been told
that He has won an all-round
scholarship to study there
Mr Rose Wayland Community
High Schools Head teacher said
ldquoTaylor is a remarkable young
man very determined and
motivated keen to increase his
knowledge and understanding
across all the subjects he studies
Since his early trip to
Gordonstoun last year I have had
no doubt he would gordquo
ldquoHe has developed into a very
mature and intelligent young man
ndash we are very proud of what he
has achieved so far and are sure
he will make his mark in society
in years to come He will be the
10th student to gain a scholarship
to Gordonstoun in the last 3 years
and will be a great ambassador for
Norfolk and Wayland Well done
Taylorrdquo
Taylor has developed a caring
nature growing up helping his
parents with his disabled sister
and is keen to enrol in the local
services and also the international
service that is on offer at
Gordonstoun He is also keen to
join the Royal Navy as an
Engineering Officer
The team will be raising money
for the Gordonstoun Fund and
also for SSAFA ndash Soldiers
Sailors Airmen Families
Association forces help Taylor
would like to give back to the
Gordonstoun fund so that others
can have the chance that he has
been given
For more details or to sponsor a
member of the team go to
wwwmerijetacoukbikeride or
call 07547 ndash 669688
Riding to Raise Funds
ART Stoke Ferry Church The All Saints Painters 2010
exhibition proved to be even more
successful than last year The artists
welcomed around 500 visitors to the
event All commented on the very
high quality and variety of work
displayed and on the beauty of the
venue Many originating from Stoke
Ferry shared memories and were
delighted to find the church in such
good order and in use again
The artists thank all who came to
view or buy The All Saints
Painters are particularly grateful to
their Patron Kit Hesketh- Harvey
for generously allowing them to use
the church building and to all those
who supported their exhibition by
publicising the event
Flushed with this years success
The All Saints Painters aim to
hold a better and bigger exhibition
next year from Saturday 21st May
to Sunday 5th June 2011 The
artists look forward to welcoming
many more visitors to this annual
feature of the Stoke Ferry
calendar Please come along to
enjoy a delightful event in a lovely
venue and to support local Norfolk
artists
Loch Neaton Management Committee 2010 Annual General Meeting The Annual General Meeting of
the Loch Neaton Management
Committee will take place at
1900 on Monday 12th August
2010 at Watton Sports Centre
Dereham Road Watton
All persons are invited from the
area of benefit to which the
Charity refers which is Watton
plus a four mile radius
Should anyone from the area of
benefit wish to be considered for
one of the elected posts then
application forms can be obtained
from Watton Sports Centre and
Adcock‟s High Street Watton
The forms must be returned by
1200 Saturday 7th August 2010
to Paul Cooper 21 Nelson Court
Watton IP25 6EL
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News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 9
Our annual School Fete and Family
Fun Evening in July was an immense
success our most profitable to date
Massive thanks go to the PTA
committee for organising this and
spending many weeks labouring over
the details Also a big thank you to all
members of staff parents pupils and
public who turned up to support the
event and to the many governors who
appeared in force to help set up and
man stalls It is a perennial problem of
ours being such a little school that we
have many wonderful ideas and too
few parents to enact them Finally
thanks are due to all the local
businesses which supported this event
with their generous donations of money
and prizes
The BBQ and noodle stand were
hugely popular as of course was the
bar Children enjoyed the inflatable
slide and bouncy castle bowling for the
pig duck fishing lucky dip and
everyone enjoyed the dancing karate
and guitar demonstrations Of course
there were heaps of other smaller stands
all providing much fun and succour It
was one of the hottest days of the
summer so far and this brought many
folk out to promenade around our local
village hall and a great evening
finished with live music from a local
group
Sports Day the following Wednesday
did not have quite such good weather
but that was a relief to all those
participating in the races as well as the
onlookers All pupils worked very hard
for their team and had great fun The
parents were particularly competitive in
the bdquotossing the pancake‟ race It was
very close between the teams this year
but congratulations are due to the Blue
team The entire school had a grand day
out at the Norfolk Show Staff and
helpers did an amazing job keeping
track of the children amongst so many
people The pupils completed lots of
school trails - the dancing sheep were
particularly popular We also visited the
Ben Burgess stand where the school
students were very fortunate to see an
exhibition of their own agricultural
artwork
The whole school attended the
dress rehearsal of the English
Youth Ballets production of
Sleeping Beauty at the end of
June For almost all children
this was their introduction to
this art form It was a
spectacular production - made
all the more because apart
from the principal dancers the
caste was made up of young
dancers from local dance
schools - including two pupils
from Great Ellingham In an
unusual and ingenious twist to
the traditional tale the fairies
(good and bad) were Princess
Auroras aunts and instead of
the thick forest growing around
the castle the 100 years sleep
was conceived of in terms of
cryogenics the characters
being preserved by being deep-
frozen
Finally the end of the school
year was celebrated in true
Rocklands style with a year six
leavers assembly and an all-
singing all-acting production
of Treasure Island We also bid
a very sad farewell to our head
teacher (and that of our
partnership school -Great
Ellingham) Cath Mills is off to
a well-deserved retirement but
if her travel plans are anything
to go by she will not be idle
Many many thanks Mrs Mills
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Rockland School news
Mr Mark Alcock and Mr Chris
Edwards newsagents with more
than 70 years‟ trading experience
between them are pleased to
announce the reopening of the
convenience store previously
known as Candy Cave under the
new name of Shipdham Stores
(trading as Ideal part of the Ideal
Group) Ideal are a cooperative
buying group for the independent
Newsagent and Convenience store
operator throughout the eastern
counties and ensure Ideal businesses
can compete with the supermarkets
by combining their buying power
The store will carry a wide range of
convenience food and groceries
together with newspapers
magazines and an off licence (from
late August) and will reopen
properly in early August They will
also be offering a full delivery
service for newspapers and
magazines to the Shipdham and
Bradenham area
Presently planned to be open from
6am to 8pm it will be run under the
management of Joss Gage whose
previous experience includes his
appointment as Waitrose‟s youngest
department manager in the UK and
also a year with Chris Edwards
Mr Edwards said ldquoMark and I are
delighted to have Joss managing
Shipdham Stores for us he really
understands what customer service
means and we pride ourselves
delivering the very highest
standardsrdquo
Mr Alcock said ldquoWe plan to put
Shipdham Stores at the very centre
of village life delivering quality
products with a quality service
Every single customer is the focus
of all that we dordquo
Mr Edwards added ldquoWe have long
experience of serving Norfolk
people with good value products
and regard every customer as a
friendrdquo
From Candy Cave to Shipdham Stores
It was some 40 years ago when Paul
purchased his first fish and chip shop
in deepest Suffolk 5 years later Steve
joined forces as a business partner and
together they have had fish and chip
shops in Norfolk (a few shops)
London Middlesex Surrey
Hertfordshire Essex and Suffolk
Finally they came back to Norfolk 22
years ago and spent 12 happy years at
Mattishall Fish Bar then they went to
Loddon and following a 2 year break
from the fat and fish due to health
reasons they then had a 2 year run
with a chippie in Norwich before they
had the opportunity to purchase a fish
and chip shop in Watton and the rest is
history
Paul said ldquoWhen we came to Watton
some 6 years ago we were made very
welcome and we would like to thank
each and every one of our customers
who has sampled our fish and chips
and who have become our friendsrdquo
ldquoWe built up such a busy fish and chip
shop serving what we believed was
the very best in good fish and chipsrdquo
As many readers now know Paul and
Steve have sold the bdquoWatton Plaice‟
because of the on-going cancer
treatment Steve is receiving
ldquoChemotherapy is not a very pleasant
treatment and to continue working a 12
hour day was becoming more and
more difficultrdquo
Paul continued ldquoIt was a very very
difficult decision for us to make to
leave a wonderful business with such
loyal customers but health has to come
before wealth and we know that this
chemo treatment Steve is having will
give him a welcome ray of sunshine
for the futurerdquo
ldquoUnfortunately until the exchange of
contracts and completion of the sale of
The Watton Plaice at the same time on
Monday 28th June we had no idea if it
would happen and could not let you
know because we didnt know
ourselves and we are sorry we couldn‟t
say goodbye to more of our friends
personallyrdquo
ldquoAs far as we are aware the new
owners are not changing our operation
and the fish and chips will be the same
so please give them your wonderful
support as you gave usrdquo
ldquoBoth Steve and I wish a heartfelt
thank you to each and every one of you
who were so very happy with our fish
and chips and became our friendsrdquo
There is one rather sad piece of news to
add Sophie Paul and Steve‟s cocker
spaniel sadly passed away with heart
failure on Tuesday 29th June
Farewell to the ldquoPlaicerdquo
We began our June meeting with a
minute‟s silence in memory of Jackie
Swain whose funeral had been in the
morning The main business
commenced amp
arrangements
were made for
the Safari Supper
on July 3rd
The speaker for
the evening was
Gerry Baxter on
ldquoThe Origins amp
Traditions of the
Pearly Kings amp
Queensrdquo The
first Pearly King
was Henry Croft
who left the
workhouse aged
13 to become a
road sweeper amp
rat catcher amp was
involved in the
Working Class
Movement He
decided to raise
money for the
poor when he
befriended a
group of
costermongers
who helped each
other in times of
trouble Henry
decided to dress
up so that when
he was raising money he would attract
the attention of the crowd The first
garment was a flat cap which he
decorated with pearl buttons which
were the cheapest they could buy Then
jackets trousers amp skirts were made
with special patterns of buttons on
them Soon hospitals churches amp
charities asked him to raise funds for
the needy so Henry asked the
costermongers to help Eventually all
the London Boroughs had a Pearly
King amp Queen To this day the title is
passed down through the family Henry
Croft‟s great ndash granddaughter is the
Pearly Queen of Somer‟s Town
Mr Baxter brought along several
garments including his daughter‟s
christening
gown All the
patterns had a
personal
meaning amp he
sews on
several
thousands of
buttons onto
each item We
were surprised
by the weight
of one of his
jackets
Because pearl
buttons are so
expensive amp
difficult to
find they are
re-cycled from
old outfits We
are hoping to
collect real
pearl buttons
amp send them
to him Mr
Baxter also
brought many
photos of past
amp present
Pearly
Families He
now lives in
Suffolk but still holds the title of
Pearly King of Streatham amp
continues to raise money for charity
Betty Campbell gave the vote of thanks
for a most interesting amp fascinating
evening which was appreciated by the
members
The result of the competition for a pair
of pearl earrings was -
1) Judith Adam 2) Brenda Spencer
Next month it will be an Open
Evening when the speaker is Peter
Cook on ldquoMedieval Norwichrdquo The
competition is the oldest newspaper
Attleborough WI
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Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 10 Gardening
Gardening in Navasota Texas with Helen Quinn Pictured this month is one of the
loveliest flowering trees in this area is
the Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia
indica) It is now available in a
variety of pinks lavenders and reds
and sizes range from miniature to
compact mid-size to large Some of
them have a wonderfully interesting
bark with hues of cinnamon silvery-
grey or light brown some patterned
and some with a peeling
characteristic The Crape Myrtle
Aphid loves this tree and people often
wonder what the sticky substance is
that sometimes drips from the leaves
ndash simply put it is honeydew that
passes through the aphid‟s body after
it feeds Crape Myrtles are often
planted around car parks in the
dividing beds posing a very sticky
problem to anyone who parks under
one They grow so well here that the
ldquobig townrdquo up the road College
Station has designated itself as the
Crape Myrtle Capital of Texas
Sometimes it grows too well and
becomes a pest with far-reaching
underground suckers producing
unwanted trees
The figs are in This year I have the
best crop in quite some time and I‟m
managing to keep up with the birds
and squirrels The variety I have is
ldquoTexas Everbearingrdquo
and true to its name it
will probably have a
couple more fruit
crops before the
weather starts to get
cold The fruit is small but oh-so-
sweet My Farmers Market customers
are very happy to see Fig Jam at last
Figs are thirsty trees so all the rain
we have had with various tropical
storms and distant hurricanes has
been very much to their liking
Another bonus is that in several
places where the branches have
touched the ground there are quite a
few well rooted self-layered young
fig trees People often ask where they
can buy this variety of fig tree and I
have just the place to find them new
homes in the autumn
Speaking of hurricanes it always
amazes me how a storm making
landfall 400 ndash 500 miles to the west
can produce so much rain here The
Gulf Coast from Galveston down to
the Mexican border has been
inundated several times already this
year and many streets in Houston
have been under water on a regular
basis We are inland here (about 70
miles northwest of Houston) so are
usually spared much of the worst of
these storms The grass needs to be
cut twice a week now thanks to the
unusual amount of rain for the time
of year There is definitely a case to
be made for exploring turf grass
alternatives because by the time the
heavy night dew has dried off it is
too hot to push a lawnmower This is
a good time to stay inside and make
dream changes to the landscape ndash in
my case to find a way to eliminate a
lot of the foliage plants in the shade
to help cut down on the mosquito
population Not only do they make
life unpleasant with their voracious
feeding frenzies but some of them
transmit an often fatal disease called
West Nile Virus
Tomatoes are shutting down They just
don‟t set fruit once the night time
temperatures exceed 70F (21C) The
experts advise against trying to carry
the large fruited varieties through to
autumn but with a little pruning they
will produce again once the
temperatures drop Some years we are
still picking tomatoes at Christmas
Small fruited varieties usually do much
better except they grow so large that it
is not unusual to have 10ft vines
climbing all over everything else I like
the Italian ldquopasterdquo type tomatoes such
as Roma or Viva Italia Aubergines
and Peppers especially the hot
Jalapentildeos and even hotter Habaneros
thrive in the hottest weather as long as
they are watered The strawberries are
about done too but they have produced
dozens of runners with happy little
baby plants rooting all over the place
(even in the lawn) Most of the herbs
are thriving except for a few
Mediterranean types which are
protesting against the high humidity
The countdown to cooler weather
begins ndash only two more months to go
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August - holidays dog days of
summer silly season in the press I‟m
writing this on St Swithin‟s Day and
right now it‟s a monsoon Wellies out
for August if you believe the legend
Nothing much happens in the average
garden in August so they say Many
experts will tell that this is the month
for sitting back and enjoying the
fruits of your spring and early
summer labours and if you grow veg
it‟s harvest time They also bemoan
the fact that most of the flowers are
over Since I am no expert I agree
with most of what they say except
that sitting back never seems to be an
option in my garden They never told
the weeds for a start These tough
plants big and small thrived in the
July heat wave when all else fried
drooped or just plain gave up They
went from seedlings to seeding in two
weeks flat so now their descendants
will be there for years One year‟s
seed is seven years‟ weed according
to legend Probably true
As far as a barren month for flowers
goes this is simply not as true as it
may have been some years ago I
have done a very small trawl as to
what‟s available to flower from now
until at least autumn and the choice is
staggering All it needs is a bit of
forward planning with succession in
mind Failing that look at garden
centres nurseries market stalls and
car boot sales for what‟s in flower
Annuals like calendula nigella and
cornflowers will keep going until
frosted but will have set seed and will
return next year I am told that self-
sown sweet peas are earlier and
stronger than those sown either in
October or spring and carefully
nurtured Back to August One of the
best and showiest plants is the
Agapanthus family Some are fully
hardy and some not so it‟s a good
idea with anything that flowers at this
time of year to check labels Fully
hardy usually means down to -15c
frost hardy down to -5c and half-
hardy down to 0c Alchemilla mollis
(lady‟s mantle) is not supposed to be
hardy but mine reappeared after the
hard winter this year It also seeds
about and the seedlings will appear
next year It‟s either a generous plant
or a nuisance The Japanese
Anemone is supposed to be fully
hardy liking full sun or semi-shade
The heat saw mine off Next time
they‟re going in the shade Ceanothus
is an interesting family of plants The
usual ones flower in spring and are
hardy Most people I know lost the lot
in the winter as well as the hebes
However I have come across a
variety of Ceanothus called
bdquoAutumnal Blue‟ that flowers August
to October There‟s also good old-
fashioned Buddleja that seems to be
bomb-proof and I was surprised to
see a listing of 16 different varieties
There are lots of clematis even the
large-flowered ones in bloom from
August onward It is possible to have
clematis in flower every day of the
year admittedly some of them need
either protection or a mild climate
Another old favourite is Astrantia
Originally the Major only was
available in greenish white They
have become so popular in the last 20
years or so that they are now
available in shades of white through
to deepest red and all are good bdquodoers‟
as far as hardiness and ability to stand
up to most of the weather thrown at
them Then we get to crocosmia
(montbretia when I was a kid) - all
shades of red orange and yellow
dahlias (need a separate article) and
some roses will keep going till
November or even Christmas if the
weather is mild and they have shelter
Apart from shopping there‟s still
work to be done Lawns still need
cutting not too short if it‟s dry but
even then if they go brown grass will
recover nine times out of 10 Feed
containers and even tired border
perennials with a liquid tomato food
each week to encourage them to
bloom into the early autumn Keep
picking flowers to encourage more
Alpines that have developed bare
patches of die-back or have become
weedy can be tidied up by in-filling
the patches with gritty compost This
will encourage new growth as well as
improving their appearance
Collect and store seed of hardy
annuals and perennials for sowing
later in the autumn Good plants to try
include Calendula Nigella Cerinthe
Poppies Aquilegia and hardy
Geranium Apart from the hardy
Geraniums all these will happily do
this for you all by themselves
Buy or order spring-flowering bulbs
Some bulbs can be planted now such
as Colchicum daffodils and Madonna
lilies Most of the spring catalogues
are out now making it feel like
autumn
It‟s necessary to keep a check on
pests - spray if you use chemicals but
do this only according to the
manufacturer‟s instructions but for
the organic pick off caterpillars go
on slug and snail hunts and net
against butterflies I know they‟re
pretty but to see cabbages and
broccoli covered in caterpillars is a
nightmare They seem to hatch
overnight all at once even if you
thought you‟d wiped out the little
clusters of yellow eggs I know it
happened to my purple sprouting last
year Net time
It‟s a good time to make a plan for
next year and start thinking about any
seeds you may want Those
catalogues will be on the mat very
soon along with all those Christmas
ones you don‟t want
In your garden with Lotta Potts
Tomato - Tomayto
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Gardening Mid-Norfolk Times Page 11
A meeting was held at the Old
Buckenham Church Rooms on
Saturday 26 June to set up the Old
Buckenham Allotment Society
Eighteen people attended and it was
agreed that Tim Bornett would chair
this inaugural meeting
It was formally agreed to establish an
Old Buckenham Allotment Society
and discussion took place on its
function and its purpose
The Society is to be open to all
individuals who live in the
parish or immediate
neighbourhood and who
have an interest in
allotments or wish to
obtain a plot in the future
Some basic rules were
adopted after further
discussion and debate As
the proposed constitution
would allow the rules to be
amended if at least half of
all members agreed it was
decided to adopt a bdquowait
and see‟ approach to any
rule changes
The following were
elected as officers Tim
Bornett would be
chairman Keith Hodgson
secretary and Tom North
treasurer
The meeting agreed to
seek affiliation to the
National Allotment and
Leisure Society and the
secretary would write to
the Parish Council
informing them of the
formation of the society
There was general debate
on the provision of
allotments in the Parish
and it was agreed to write
to the Parish Council
asking for their working
party on allotments to
meet more often and
provide feedback
Decisions on who would
run the allotments would
await model rules from the
National Allotment and
Leisure Society and an
agreement with the Parish
Council A person wanting
an allotment does not
necessarily have to belong
to Old Buckenham
Allotment Society Some two acres
of land would be needed to provide
up to 18 plots and there was
discussion on the suitability of
possible sites including the provision
of water and access to the plots
It was agreed that members would
pay pound5 as a joining fee and that the
treasurer would collect this at the
next meeting which would be held
on Monday 12 July Courtesy
httpoldbuckenhamblogspotcom
Flowers gardens good company and
a tasty lunch were enjoyed in
glorious weather by members and
friends at the July meeting held in
Joy Tunmores garden Wearing
buttonholes everyone strolled round
the garden for a plant identification
quiz sweet peas were judged and
plants sold
Competitions - Best Corsage was
worn by Sue Blackett Jane Cannells
sweet peas were placed first and
Shirley Betts had the most points in
the plant identification quiz
Next Meeting will be held on 12th
August 2010 at Old Buckenham
Village Hall 2 pm when The Girls
will be arranging from Whats in the
Box
The competition is for an
arrangement in a box and the table
show is for three stems of hot colour
from the border
Visitors are always very
welcome Further details
from Pat 01953 457305
or Sally 01953 788712
The Attleborough amp District
Horticultural Society annual Rose
amp Sweet Pea Show was held as
usual in the beautiful surroundings
of Peter Beales Rose Gardens and
the glorious summer evening
encouraged a good turnout of
members and guests
The award for the Best Rose
Exhibit and the Peter Beales
Trophy went to Ray Snow who
also won the award for the Best
Rose Bloom The Best Sweet Pea
Exhibit and the Len Revell Trophy
was won by Jan Delaney who also
took the prize for the Best Sweet
Pea Stem Sally Westrup took the
awards for the Best Flower
Arrangement and also Best
Photograph
Prior to the presentation of prizes
by the mayor of Attleborough there
was a tribute to Jackie Swain
whose sudden and untimely death
is a great loss not only to
the Society of which she
was vice-chairman but
also to many other
organisations in the local
area She worked
tirelessly behind the
scenes and was always
happy to help out in any
way she possibly could
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Sowing the seeds of an Allotment Society
Our June meeting was entertained by
Jim Paine our speaker for the
evening I met him as he brought in
the first of a number of crates
containing a variety of plants to
illustrate his talk entitled bdquoRight
Plant Right Placebdquo We had to find a
second large table to accommodate
all the bdquoprops‟ for his talk and these
were so large he almost disappeared
behind them Jim started with a brief
resume of what he and his Rocklands
Walnut Tree Nursery do and the
ideas behind their aims Established
in 1998 with partner Clare Billington
Walnut Tree is a traditional nursery
not a garden centre and they raise all
their own plants including trees from
seed with 1000-1250 different
species available through the year
This perfectly describes his principle
that plants should be centre stage in a
garden not the hard landscaping and
decking that can look so tired after a
relatively short while I don‟t think he
cares much for decking They also
use their own garden to demonstrate
the development of plants over a
period of years and have joined with
other nurseries in a marketing co-
operative which operates throughout
Norfolk and we collected some of
their leaflets As they are not in
competition customers get a well-
organised service to set up their
gardens either from scratch or just to
find a plant to solve a particular
problem We were advised to visit
gardens as well as taking information
from books and the media Take a
notebook and camera as well to see
what works and why and then add
lists to your garden plans
Herbaceous borders are labour-
intensive but there again so is grass
if grown properly and far more
satisfaction can be gained from as
wide a border as possible I don‟t
think he cares much for grass either
A good tip also is to try and avoid
using one plant - this can give a
bdquodotty‟ impression so restricting the
palette and using blocks of plants
repeatedly gives more rhythm
So we get from the set up to the aim
of making each garden work for its
owner in terms of understanding
plant ecology and the micro-climate
involved Each garden may well have
some parts in full sun some in part
shade and some in full shade such as
under trees or shrubs There may also
be different moisture levels and
acidityalkalinity levels Equally an
open windy site can be transformed
over the years into a sheltered one as
plants grow so a garden is constantly
evolving So much for the science
Jim then showed us the selection of
plants he had brought Each of them
demonstrated the principles of how to
get the right one in its preferred
setting to do well He really got the
bit between his teeth on this as it is so
important for the customer to achieve
the desired effect He showed us that
hostas and similar broad leafed plants
need some shade as they lose so
much water through their leaves in
transpiration However modern
varieties have been bred to tolerate
sun provided their roots are in moist
soil At the opposite end of the scale
he showed us that pinks have narrow
grey leaves that are covered in tiny
hairs to trap any moisture going and
these and similar upright plants will
be best suited to dry sunny
conditions Another example of this
is the lychnis (woolly lambs‟ ears)
which also has silvery-grey leaves
that feel as though they are made of
felt These self-seed freely and are
well suited to gravel gardens as well
as herbaceous borders If self-seeders
work for you they‟ll help with the
rhythm effect of creating blocks
down the borders all by themselves
Some plants are more robust than
others Astrantia for instance prefers
some shade but will tolerate full sun
as will hardy geraniums
Many of the spring flowering shrubs
and bulbs tend to be happiest in a
woodland area so they can flower and
set seed before the canopy closes
over Think rhododendrons and
bluebells They then have time to
bulk up ready for next year‟s display
Later flowering plants for shade can
have architectural leaves such as
heucherella epimedium brunnera
These all have beautiful leaves
followed by tall stems with dainty
flowers The saxifrage and dicentra
families prefer moist conditions but
will tolerate dry and hate water
logging in winter
After a question and answer session
we were allowed to buy the plants
Jim had brought and the design
element of avoiding impulse buying
went straight out of the window I
don‟t know how Jim packs so much
information into an hour I am sure
he will be receiving more visitors
as a result One other thing to bear
in mind Walnut Tree is local so
from an environmental point of
view the furthest the plants will
travel is from the nursery to your
garden with advice thrown in Beats
the ones that arrive from the
continent in large lorries to sheds
doesn‟t it
The mini-show was bdquoA Floral
Arrangement in an Unusual
Container‟ and was won by Ralph
Kinsley with three cream
Zantedeschias (calla lilies) in a
banana That‟s sure unusual Ralph
Second was Violet Simmons with a
display of dainty spring flowers
contrasting nicely with a walking
boot
Third went to Geoff Twelftree with a
teapot
There was nothing to choose between
the last two entries so HC went
jointly to Mary Marriott with a giant
teacup and saucer and Jackie
Priestley with a decorative mini
watering can
It was nice to see all the entries
colour-coded with the containers
We finished as usual with Geoff‟s
Tips for July including feed and
spray roses tie in wandering stems of
climbers plant hardy cyclamen and
summer prune wisteria
Bradenham amp District Horticultural Society
Breckland Flower and Garden Club
Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 12 News
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Telephone 01953 884019
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On Thursday 15th July the
whole of Watton Westfield
Infant amp Nursery School
followed a carousel of activities
for a very healthy day
Norwich City Football Club sent
along some trainers from
bdquoFootball in the Community‟
and the children took part in a
penalty shootout competition
The winning children will
receive trophies footballs kit
and everyone will receive a
certificate for participating
The dental nurses brought their
special crocodile puppets so the
children could see how to care
for their teeth They provided lot
of fun
Later everyone had to solve
riddles and follow on exercise
trail around the lovely school
grounds to collect treasures
(pictured below)
In the hall the pupils did jump
rope aerobic activities to keep
their hearts healthy
Also Mr George a well-known
local chef and parent governor
taught the children how to make
fruit kebabs The children tasted
fruit they had never tried before
The whole day culminated with
bdquoA Big Thank you Assembly‟
when everyone sang a rousing
version of the Westfield Healthy
Song
It was an exhausting but
thoroughly enjoyable day The
school would like to thank
everyone who helped to make
the day a great success
Healthy School Day at Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School
Key to Pictures
Top left Kieron Phoenix
reaching new heights in
the skipping exercise
Top right Lewis Pinkney
scoring a terrific penalty _
a future England Player
perhaps
Mid Left Ibbi Ivory
showing how the girls are
just as good as the boys at
penalties
Mid Right Josh Stadius-
Horn cornering like Lewis
Hamilton in the
playground
Left Left - Beau-Kerry
Bonner (touching yellow
bowl) Right - Abbie
Dennis (fruit on stick)
enjoying the fruits of the
labours of local chef Mr
George
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 13
80 Brandon Road Watton
Tel 01953 882752
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Try our Traditional Sunday Lunch
Discounts for large bookings always negotiable
Children Always Welcome
By Edith Pleasance
The spell of lovely weather we are
enjoying as I write this takes me back
to the hot Summer days of my
childhood One incident I shall never
forget was the time our mother took us
three children for a rare day at the
seaside
We were up and about early to pack
our swimsuits and cheese sandwiches
together with a slice each of Mum‟s
fruit cake to sustain us A bottle of
lemonade with a couple of chipped
cups all packed into a straw bag and
we were ready to go
Our walk to the nearest beach took
around forty minutes then came the
usual argument about which square
yard of the front we would occupy Ma
preferred the top end near the wall
while we kids wanted to be as near the
water‟s edge as possible As usual we
split the difference and settled
somewhere in the centre An old piece
of blanket was spread on the sand
while Tom our eldest fetched a deck
chair for our mum to sit in which
would cost her threepence for the full
day when the deckchair collector came
around Then we children were ready
to enjoy our outing
As the eldest girl I was given the task
of looking after two-year-old Joey (a
right little handful Ma called him) We
had our jamjar with string around the
neck to form a handle and headed for
the rocks which though slippery were
fairly shallow and had many crystal-
clear pools where we gathered to stir
the pebbles and seaweed with many
squeals of delight to reveal the
treasures that the tide had left To the
opposite side of the beach the cliffs
rose high above and sometimes we
would see the older children attempting
to scale them However we were given
strict instructions to keep well away
and stay on the left
After some time our mum beckoned us
in to eat and drink our picnic We were
proudly showing her our bdquocatch‟ of a
couple of minute crabs and an
assortment of tiny anemones we also
had a length of bladderwrack that we
loved to press to make it crack We
suddenly became aware of people
shouting and running towards the
cliffs bdquoSome fool has got himself stuck
halfway up‟ said Ma bdquonot the first and
won‟t be the last I‟ll wager‟
The rest of that day was enjoyed with
us kids running in and out of the rising
tide and practising our doggy paddle
until at around four o‟clock we were
rounded up dried off and ready for the
walk home which somehow always
seemed longer and more tiring than the
outward journey
News of any sort quickly buzzed
around our village by word of mouth
but it wasn‟t until the following
morning that Ma Taylor from next
door brought the local daily
newspaper to show the headline
reading ldquoTwo children drowned after
falling from the cliffs at Petitorrdquo They
were brother and sister to a large
family living on our estate where
everybody knew everyone else
Apparently a toddler had run away
from his older sister when in trying to
catch and hold on to him both
stumbled and fell down the cliff face to
plunge into deep water and drowned
The thought that we were enjoying
ourselves on the beach just yards from
where those two kiddies died clawing
at the rocks fighting for their lives will
stay in my memory for ever
---o0o--- Edith Pleasance copy 030710
A Seaside Memory Customer Services on the road Not a bdquoone stop shop‟ but a bdquoone
stop bus‟ will be pulling into
Breckland villages in the next few
weeks
Breckland Council in partnership
with Poultec training has launched
a new mobile service to bring
access to services out into local
communities The eye-catching bus
is equipped with the very latest
satellite technology so residents
who use it will experience exactly
the same speedy access to services
as callers to the main Council
customer service centres
At the One Stop Bus you can get
advice support and information
about Council services This may
be about Council Tax or Benefits -
or you may want to book a bulk
collection or report a missed refuse
collection Service Connectors will
be available on Thursdays and
Fridays and the last Wednesday of
every month and are committed to
helping the all customers The bus
will be making a number of regular
stops around the district and details
of the times and locations will be
available on the Breckland Council
website
Councillor Adrian Stasiak said
ldquoWe really want to put customer
service in the spotlight and
encourage people to access council
services The bus and the one stop
shops are just some of the ways in
which we are taking our services to
people around the districtrdquo
Services delivered in complete
privacy include
Applications for and enquiries
about Housing and Council Tax
Benefits
Payments for Council services
(including Council Tax) using
debit
Requesting a bulky waste
collection or
Reporting an abandoned vehicle
Telephone and website access will
also be available to specialist
advisers in
The Citizens Advice Bureau
Norfolk County Council
Plus many other partner agencies
Edward Bales Managing Director
of Poultec said ldquoWe are very
pleased to be working in
partnership with Breckland and this
supports the vocational skills work
we are already doing with schools
and in the wider community
ldquoVocational skills are all about
raising aspirations and this will
enable us to help more people
further their skills and give
themselves a brighter futurerdquo
Visit our website for further details
of the one stop bus and details of
locations and times of when and
where you can visit the bus ndash
wwwbrecklandgovuk
one_stop_bus
Friday 6 August 10 - 12Noon
Saham Toney (Community Centre)
2pm ndash 4pm Great Ellingham
(Outside shop and Post Office)
Friday 13 August 10 - 12Noon Old
Buckenham Village Hall 2pm ndash
4pm New Buckenham The George
Pub
Thursday 19 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Swanton Morley Village Hall 2pm
ndash 4pm Bawdeswell Village Hall
Friday 20 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Weeting Village Hall 2pm ndash 4pm
Mundford Village Hall
Wednesday 25 August 10 ndash
12Noon Thetford Abbey Car park
2pm ndash 4pm Hockham Village Hall
Thursday 26 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Shipdham Village Green 2pm ndash
4pm Mattishall Village Hall
Friday 27 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Banham Community Centre 2pm
ndash 4pm East Harling Market
Square
Adrian Stasiak Executive Member
for Communicates and Benefits at
Breckland Council with Edward
Bayles Managing Director of
Poultec and members of the One
Stop Bus team
Mornin ter orl onya or iffen yewre
hed yer dinna thas artanoon ter orl
onya
Spect yor well inta yer nu teartas by
now thar cummin up orlrite spite not
hevin a lot o rearn
Cos Horry he say his bin diggin
hissun fer wicks we dornt set a lotta
stor by his tearls tho
Tha ole Willuj Horl hed a meetin
larst wik n Horry n me thort we‟d
jine in
Blarst tha ole mawtha inna tha chare
gissus a rare ole luk n she say ldquoWot
yew tew duin in hare tha meetin is
privaterdquo ldquoThas orl riterdquo say Horry
ldquoWe sharnt lissen ter wot yewre a
sayinrdquo I rekoned we orta sit tite cos
ware bin hare a lotlonga than har n
tha ole football warnt wuth wotchin
nither
Tha ole kermitee ware a clakin on fer
a fare wile an Horry sorta gin ter
snor but as sune as thar torked about
anutha o tha gret ole grub nites He
wos up onna his feet wolunteerin ter
tearst orl tha offrins jist in cearse tha
doont mit tha rite standuds
Tha ole Chearwumon she giv Horry
wun o tha luks wott‟l bun worta she
say ldquoYew et moost of ennyonus larst
time yew grate ole pig yew rekkun
yew shud be barred fra orl ower
doo‟s yew allus cors a hellup dew
yew siddown a kipya clacka shutrdquo
Well tha sorta put Horry in his
plearce fer a while
Summonem rekkun‟d we orta hev
one o tha bottle banks meark a bit a
munny for tha horl
Cos thet gotta tha ole chearwumon a
garpin at us tew she sed atween us
we cud fill tha thing up inna coupla
daze I dint no wot she ware a gittin
at cos I allus teark my ole bottles
back to tha pub tha lanlord gissus
tuppence fer evra bottle mindyew I
git tha feelin thet he shuv tuppence
onna a pint o mild ony I doont offen
git a rownd in since tha furrinas
mooved inta tha Big Horl up tha
rood yew ony hev to ware a dutty
ole cap n stic a bitta straw in ya gob
n luk sorta dwany n thars a baer onna
tha tearble
Anyways the Horl Kermitee hev
agreed to hev a gret ole grub nite
sune Horry sekunded thet mowshun
n I thurded it but we wus towd to
keep ower nooses owt tha horls
bisness Tha kermitee‟ll hefta arsk
tha cowncil abowt gittin wun o tha
bottle banks cos thet mite wont
plannin permishun
I shull tell yew orl abowt ower posh
grub nite anutha time thas time for
my fourses
Dew yew keep a troshin Sid
The Ovington Crower
Watton Town Council owns and
runs a community bus which is
used by the elderly and disabled at
the discretion of the council
The bus is used on a weekly basis
Monday to Friday to transport
elderly residents from their homes
to the Wayland Luncheon Club
This service is a vital part of some
resident‟s lives enabling them to
enjoy a meal and socialise It is
primarily for those who may have
become isolated for a variety of
reasons
The Council relies on volunteers to
drive the bus and although we now
have regular drivers to cover the
five days we are looking for
volunteers who would be prepared
to cover for holidays and sickness
so you if you can spare a few hours
per week on an occasional basis at
short notice we would be pleased to
hear from you
Contact the Town Clerk ndash Jacqui
Seal on 01953 881007
WANTED Community Bus Drivers
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 14 News
Two bumper cheques for Chairman Charity
Two bumper cheques for pound1136 have
been presented to Diabetes UK and
Cancer Research UK by Cllr John
Rogers previous Chairman of
Breckland Council
The money was raised through a
variety of fundraising events which
Cllr Rogers has held this year
including an auction and raffle held at
the Chairman‟s reception and Clerk to
Watton Town Council Jacqui Seal
held a garden party and raised pound22000
which she kindly donated to the
Chairman‟s charity
The presentation took place at the
Watton Pentecostal Church on Harvey
Street in Watton during the regular
monthly meeting of the Watton and
District Support Group for Diabetes
The group meet once a month on the
second Monday of very month and
have been meeting for four years
Receiving the cheques were Paul Fleet
area volunteer manager who accepted
on behalf of Cancer Research UK Paul
said ldquoCancer Research UK is the
leading independent funder of cancer
research in Europe We are almost
entirely funded by the public with very
little government funding Without the
generosity and dedication of our
supporters we would not be able to
continue to make progress against
cancer The donation from Cllr Rogers
and Breckland Council is very much
appreciated and will go a long way in
funding our continued work in the fight
against cancer
Ron Thompson accepted the cheque on
behalf of Diabetes UK and said the
funds would be used to fund holidays
for children with diabetes
Ron commented ldquoDiabetes UK has
been organising family weekends and
children‟s holidays for many years We
are very pleased to accept the cheque
on behalf of the Eastern Region for
Diabetes UKrdquo
Cllr Rogers said ldquoI am so pleased to be
able to present these cheques to two
hardworking and worthwhile charities
that I have supported over the past year
ldquoCancer Research‟s groundbreaking
work into the prevention diagnosis and
treatment of cancer has helped save
millions of lives This work is funded
entirely by the public which is why
fundraising events are so important
ldquoThere are three million people in
the UK living with diabetes and
20000 children in the UK have
diabetes We have had many
fundraising events this year to help
Diabetes UK continue our work to
improve the lives of people with
diabetes
Cllr Rogers Ron Thompson and members of the Watton and District support group for Diabetes UK
Attleborough High School and Sixth
Form Centre Geography teacher Joel
Rodker has earned the exciting
opportunity to experience cutting-edge
environmental research work on an
expedition to Belarus this summer
Earlier this year Earthwatch the
international environmental charity
invited UK-based secondary level
teachers of geography science and
citizenship to apply to join its
expedition Belarus Wetlands from 2-
11 August 2010
Joel who is also the school‟s Lead
Teacher for the Environment is one of
eight successful applicants who will be
helping Earthwatch scientists to find
effective ways of conserving the
unique wetlands of Belarus hiking to
sampling sites to collect data which
will help the scientists to select
wetlands which are in need of
protection
Wetlands in Belarus make up 14 per
cent of the country Particularly
threatened and little-studied are the
oligotrophic (low nutrient) or bdquoraised‟
bogs which are the focus of the Belarus
Wetlands research project Bogs are
extremely important as they improve
the gas composition of the atmosphere
carry out climate regulation and
regulate water flows on the surface and
within the soil
Experienced facilitators will help Joel
and the other teachers to link the
research and their experiences on the
project to the curriculum On his return
to Attleborough High Joel will use his
new knowledge to inform the learning
of the students at the school The
teachers on the project will work
together to devise educational
resources for use in the classroom and
these resources will be made available
for others to use
Speaking about the trip Joel Rodker
said ldquoThis is a very special opportunity
to visit a fascinating environment meet
like-minded people and learn a huge
amount in a short space of time I want
to inspire our students to do similar
things I intend to share my
experiences with the staff and students
at Attleborough High and also to
demonstrate links between the
protection of important ecosystems in
Belarus and looking after the
environment in our own community
for example the impact on the
environment of the school wildlife
pond we are in the process of creatingrdquo
The 2010 Earthwatch educator
expedition to Belarus is kindly
supported by ICAP and the Garfield
Western Foundation To find out
how you can join an Earthwatch
expedition in 2010 call +44 (0)1865
318831 or visit
wwwearthwatchorgeurope
Local teacher to become a hero for the planet on an Earthwatch expedition
President beryl Brannan presided
over the first meeting of the new
Inner Wheel year She welcomed
Ann Akister‟s visitor Jenny
Bickerton from Canterbury and
everybody else Special mention for
Angela Rowlings our newest
member whom Beryl inducted to our
group Angela is a Honorary
Member
Our meeting held at the home of
Karen Barwood was an exotic
demonstration of Belly Dancing
Allison Dickson Sheila Harwood
and Karen Barwood all performed for
us in full flowing costume The
movements to music were elegant
and peaceful and full of emotion
which is more than can be said when
we were asked to join in General
wobbling of body parts was about all
we could muster but it entertained
those who elected to watch Karen
Sheila and Allison were thanked by
Beryl for an unusual but appreciated
evening
The Strawberry Tea raised pound64460
and 88 people attended the money
will go to UNICEF
The visit to Kew Gardens was very
enjoyable and the boat trip was
blessed with a wonderful breeze
giving a good finish to the day many
thanks to Brenda Davis for
organising everything in her usual
efficient manner
We are having a stall at the Wayland
Show and will be pleased to see you
all there
Future events include a lunchtime
concert with the Breckland Breeze
Wind Quartet on Septmber 15th and
on the 1st October a Barn Dance at
the Queens Hall
The Raffle with three prizes was won
by Ann Akister Peggy Barley and
Beryl Brannan We had a very
enjoyable evening amidst friends
The Inner Wheel Club of Watton
Letter to the Editor Thank you for printing an article in
your June issue on St Marys Church
Houghton on the Hill I am writing
to ask if any of your readers would
enjoy helping in the garden or
welcoming visitors to the church I
love this church and the peace that
surrounds it when I lived in
Swaffham I used to go regularly and
help in the garden that surrounds the
church unfortunately I now live in
Cromer so I can only go once a
month or so Last week when I
visited I was told that they were short
of volunteers so if you can spare and
hour or two a weekmonthevery now
and then please phone Bob Davey on
01760 440470 Dee Roye
This is the first in a series of little
anecdotes written by a good old
Norfolk boy (but not written in
Norfolk for the sake of all them old
infiltrators)
Do you remember the vets off
Watton High Street - up Worms
Yard I used to own a big old dog -
I was often seen walking him
around Watton That was before the
days of poo bags and red litter
bins Anyway I woke up one
morning and read the obituaries in
the EDP to make sure it was OK to
get out of bed and went down to
take the dog for an early morning
walk He gave me a bit of a shock
because he had gone all cross eyed
I thought I had better take him to
the vets and walked him down to
the surgery Fortunately the vet
could see him right away so I took
him in and the vet picked him up
looked into his eyes and had a good
look round him
Im going to have to put him
down he said
Well I said tears welling up
Thats a bit of a shock I will be
very sorry to see him go especially
because hes only gone cross-eyed
No you daft br the vet said
Hes heavy
Wilfson remembers
Lee Higgs of Edwards
Newsagents Watton
ldquoYour Ideal Shoprdquo makes a
presentation to Lucy
Vallerine who has recently
been judged to be the most
reliable and accurate News
Delivery person out of
more than sixty juvenile
staff employed by Edwards
Newsagents
Edwards presently deliver
newspapers and magazines
to over two thousand homes
across the Wayland area
and speaking of Lucy‟s
contribution to the excellent
service offered by Edwards
Lee Higgs said ldquoLucy has
been employed for 8
months and has never
missed a day or been late I
have great pleasure in
making this presentation
recognising her hard workrdquo
Well done Lucy
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 15
By David and Carolyn Jessup
It‟s always good to have a driving
licence as it gives the local people
an extra string to their bow when
seeking a job It seems like with
many things in South Africa that
there is a certain amount of
corruption involved with driving
tests Ivy decided that she wanted
to take a test and had already been
told by Cute the girlfriend of her
boss that the Examiners were open
to monetary persuasion She
decided that rather than chance
failing she would try this route -
failing would of course bring the
additional expense of at least one
further test
Ivy contacted the Examiner
who agreed that he would
accept R2000 to pass
already less than Cute had
paid So I took her to
Thulamarshe for her driving
test although she wanted an
extended lesson prior to the
test She had already had a
few lessons in what could
only be described as a
possibly unroadworthy
bakkie on some rough unsurfaced
land staked out with sticks to
reverse between The bakkie was
missing one wing mirror and had
no inside mirror so reversing was
a problem On the way to the test
centre I quickly showed her how to
do a three point turn and then we
went to find an Instructor
We followed a vehicle for about 2
km to another rough piece of land
where there were a number of
other people receiving tuition in
large trucks Apparently trucks are
easier to drive than cars Ivy had a
lengthy discussion with an
Instructor and came away saying
he was too expensive We went
back to the test centre and she had
a small lesson with another
Instructor went for her test and
ldquopassedrdquo after handing over the
bribe Since coming back home I
have learnt that this practise is also
rife in Eastern Europe so maybe
we are surrounded by drivers who
have never passed an official test
Before Cute took her test she was
driving around with a friend when
she was stopped by the Police
With no official licence at that
time she was concerned that she
may be asked to produce
documents Luckily they did not
ask for these items but merely
requested the mobile telephone
numbers of the two ladies
probably to call them for a date
Fortunately the ladies were both
alert and gave incorrect numbers
There are often breakdown
vehicles near the main traffic lights
(robots) in Hazyview and an
inquisitive Ivy asked them why
they were waiting there
Apparently they often put oil on
the road at night especially when
the roads are wet to try to cause
accidents They were not ashamed
or shy to admit this and were not at
all concerned if people are injured
or killed as long as they get
business from the accidents
I was stopped no less than 5 times
by the local Police Sometimes just
checking vehicles and the
registration and other times for
trivialities like not coming to a halt
at a 4-way stop sign Once I was
stopped for speeding 79 kph in a
60 limit that I hadn‟t noticed After
protracted discussion and a view of
the video I was informed the fine
would be R750 although they
would accept R300 If I wanted a
receipt this would mean going to a
distant Police Station with the
possibility of a long wait I decided
to hand over R300 and get on our
way This later caused me some
resentment as the money obviously
went into the pocket of the Officer
Unfortunately and stupidly I did
not take a name and although I
reported the matter I never heard
any more If there is a next time I
shall know exactly what to do
Ever since we have been going to
Africa I have always tried to avoid
running over and killing any live
creature Sometimes it cannot be
avoided and I had at least two
instances this time which I have
regretted ever since I was driving
quite fast along the main road
heading for our house when a
Vervet Monkey ran from the road
side and into the path of the car I
could not avoid hitting it and the
loud thud made me feel quite sick
Looking in my mirror I could see
the Monkey lying dead in the road
- 10 minutes later I drove back to
town and the body had
disappeared At first I thought it
may have been moved by its
grieving family but it was probably
picked up by one of the large
raptors which regularly hover
above the road
Even more sickening was the time
I was driving in the grounds of a
local Hotel and I saw from the
car what I thought were
thousands of large flies floating
just above the ground There
were literally millions and I
avoided opening the car door to
investigate in case they all came
in I drove for about 300 metres
on this track before I got out for
an appointment and to my
absolute horror I then realised
they were baby frogs There had
been heavy rain the previous night
and they had all come up from the
nearby river It was an awesome
sight to see so many frogs together
but I was so angry that I had not
identified what they were until it
was too late
Relationship difficulties Bereavement Stress
BullyingAbuse Addictions Depression
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Itrsquos good to talk Counselling can help if yoursquore struggling to cope with
Sanctuary offers a confidential low-cost counselling service with professionally trained counsellors who work on a short-term or long-term basis Call us on 01953 880922 to arrange an appointment Appointments are available 6 ndash 9pm Tuesdays and 930am ndash 1pm Wednesdays Sanctuary Counselling Service is part of River Ministries (Norfolk) registered charity number 1054419
cv
James Ball SHOWROOM 49 High Street Watton
01953
883288
Very Competitive Prices Most Makes of carpets
amp Vinyl Supplied and Fitted
South Africa again with a Touch of Mozambique and Swaziland
Watton in Bloom
On Sunday 4th July on a glorious summer
morning Watton Town Mayor Mr Roy Ivory
selected the best garden for summer blooms
on behalf of the Watton Society Despite the
cold frosty Spring and two weeks of drought
in late June Mr DR and Mrs AL Ankerman
were again awarded the silver platter to hold
for a year Of course most residents are not
aware that the Mayor is about the town
judging the gardens as this as a competition
that is not formally entered The Watton
Society are happy to make this award for the
fourteenth year with the help of the Mayor the
society‟s Honorary President Ten certificates
are awarded to those gardeners reaching a
highly commended standard in recognition of
their achievements Bryan H Wykes Vice
Chairman Watton Society
Fabulous mixed media Summer Art Exhibition 15 Talented local amp regional artists will be
displaying their work in mediums to include
watercolour gouache graphite wood
textile between Saturday 7th and Saturday
21st August in the Dragonfly Gallery at
Wayland House High St Watton Opening
Times are 10am ndash 4pm weekdays 10am ndash
1pm Saturdays There will be a Preview
Evening on Friday 6th August between 7pm
and 830pm All works on display can be
purchased - the preview evening is very
popular and recommended if you are
looking to buy and there will be a free glass
of wine and nibbles Please contact Susan
Hollingworth 01953 880205 for further
information
This month we did something completely
different for our WI meeting We spent
our time walking around Watton
following clues on a bdquoMurder Mystery
Trail‟ This was of course a fictional
murder but we had tremendous fun
solving the clues and finding out some
interesting facts about the history of
Watton on the way I don‟t think it would
be fair of me to tell you who did do it as
some of you may have intentions of
following the trail yourselves We
finished up at our meeting hall where we
enjoyed refreshments
Janet Oxborough from Ashill WI then
reported on the NFWI National AGM she
had attended in Cardiff in June As
expected the resolution urging the
Government on the mandatory labelling
of meat fish and poultry with true
country of origin was carried with a very
large majority Pat thanked Janet for a
very comprehensive account of the
meeting Birthday posies were presented
to Sandra and Jan and the raffle was won
by Joyce Jan and guest Janet Oxborough
Barbara will be hosting a Macmillan
Coffee Morning on Friday 10th
September ndash a little earlier than the
official date We also received details of
the Norfolk amp Norwich Operatic
Society‟s production at the Theatre Royal
in January ndash this is to be bdquoFiddler on the
Roof‟
Next month will be a social evening in
Watton Christian Community Centre
starting at 730 pm For information about
the WI as always the number to ring is Pat
on 882275 or Barbara on 882595
Who done it
Prayer of the Heart Activities at Watton Methodist Church Comprising Christian Meditation and Bi Monthly Worship For those seeking reflective
prayer mid-week worship with a more reflective and contemporary feel and those who
enjoy exploring their faith by reading spiritual books old and new
This month Christian Meditation in the vestry 2nd and 16th August for further details
ring Joyce 01953 88667
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 16 News
She did it She did it What a brave woman Frances
Packham is jumping out of a plane and being parachuted
safely down to earth by an experienced member of the
parachute team How proud of her I was watching her
come into sight out of the clouds and landing safely on the
ground and still managing to smile to her friends and
family anxiously watching her landing Perhaps it was a
grimace but we were all cheering and toasting her safe
return in champagne supplied by her partner Charles
Frances did this brave deed to do something special for
her 60th Birthday and at the same time to raise funds for
the local Charity Big C in memory of her friend Jim
Scrymgeour I am pleased to say that he knew she was
doing it for big C but when he died before the event he
would have been so touched by her thoughts for him
Sponsorship money is still coming in but to date Frances
has raised around pound1000 There is still time to donate to
Big C and donations can be left at the Wayland
Partnership Office
When Jim Scrymgeour died after losing his battle with
cancer with myself and our two sons Alan and Barrie at
his bedside we were grateful for all the prayers said for
him during his illness which I am sure kept him free from
pain right to the end As a family we were completely
overwhelmed by the cards (over 200) letters and flowers
sent to us with the messages that he was regarded as a
friendly funny person and always the gentleman At his
funeral there wasnt a seat to be had in the church He
would have been as overwhelmed as we were and I thank
everyone who took the time to come and pay their
respects The total sent by the undertakers to Big C was
pound81225
I have lots of thanks to make to the Doctors and nurses at
the Colney Centre to Dr Muller and Dr Kim the trainee
who were wonderful to Rosie from McMillan nurses to
the district nurses at Watton who were so supportive to
both of us who made him very comfortable and never
complained about his attitude to taking medication I have
to thank all our friends who were there for us and for me
since Jim has gone To the love and support I have felt
from my lovely customers at Top to Toe and a
very special thank you to my staff Alan
Gosia Kay and Rosemary who held
everything together running the shop in my
absence
To my brother and my brother in law for their
love lastly to God for giving me two
wonderful sons Alan and Barrie who with
their partners have been there for me as I
mourn the loss of my husband of 42 Years
He lived for those he loved And those he
loved remembered Marilyn Scrymgeour
HJC Ltd Motor Engineers
Servicing amp MOT preparation to all makes of
modern cars amp light commercials
Tyres Exhausts amp Batteries supplied and fitted
Courtesy cars available
Ask for Steve at 5 Linmore Court Threxton Rd
Industrial Estate Watton
Tel 01953 889924
Howlett - Rook
The wedding took place at Dereham Registry Office on the 11 th June of Mr
Wayne Howlett son of Barbara and Bryan Howlett of Holden Close
Oulton Broad and Miss Emma Rook daughter of Cathy and Colin Rook of
Hunters Oak Watton
The Bride was given away by her father and wore a Baby Pink dress She was
attended by Josie Mel Becky Summer and sisters Hollie and Debbie were
present The Best Man was Mr Reece Howlett and Kev and Rob were Ushers
The couple honeymooned for short break in London which will be followed
by a family holiday to Disney World in Florida at Christmas
What a star she is
Low Maintenance Gardens
Designed amp Built
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Patios ~ Paths ~ Fencing ~ Shingle Drives Seeding ~ Turfing Etc
Photos and References always available For a Quality Job amp Free Quote
Phone Tim Luxton on 01603 880184 wwwtimluxtonlandscapingcouk
The Wayland Show The Annual Wayland Show will be held on
Sunday 1st August just outside Watton on the
Brandon Road Last year‟s show was
acclaimed in the press and by many as the
best ever with fantastic weather record
attendance and more exhibitors competitors
and attractions than before It raised a total of
pound7150 for local charities
Among other things featuring in the Grand
Ring this year will be Jive Pony This unique
show has the lot with vaulting dancing
acting costume changes and amazing riding
skills Other very popular attractions are the
Bob Hogg Sheepdog Display West Norfolk
Foxhounds Trinity Foot Beagles and not
forgetting Cyril the Squirrel Racing Terriers
and Mid Norfolk Gundogs
New for 2010 is the Lifestyle Marquee and
planned attractions are a fashion show
cookery demos floral displays hair and
beauty exhibitions and a stunning dance
performance with the chance to relax and take
it all in while enjoying afternoon tea
Our livestock classes are well attended and of
a very high standard and with in-hand and
ridden classes the show is a chance to see
some of our best local Show Horses This year
we also welcome retrained Racehorses and
Working Hunters for the first time We are
also running clear round show jumping
The Wayland Agricultural Society Young
Achiever of the Year 2010 award recognises
outstanding dedication and contribution to
agriculture horticulture wildlife or any other
rural related sector or industry Entrants must
be under 21 years of age and the winner will
be announced prior to the Show and presented
with their award on the day The award is
sponsored by Weco Engineering of Watton
Radio Norfolk and Wayland Radio will be
broadcasting from the showground during the
day The organising Committee also recently
presented a cheque for pound1094100 to The
Nelsons Journey Charity from funds raised at
their annual Dinner Dance Nelsons Journey is
a Norwich based charity which supports
bereaved children and young people under the
age of 18yrs living in Norfolk
As mentioned in last month‟s edition
of the Mid-Norfolk Times Wayland
House in Watton High Street home of
the Wayland Partnership offers a wide
range of services and support to the
Wayland community as a whole We
are constantly striving to increase the
range of services but recognise that it
is vital that the community is made
aware of these services
Firstly we have an ldquoopen doorrdquo policy
and anyone is welcome to drop by to
find out what we offer This can range
from bus pass applications
appointments with the Registrar the
Wayland Community Bank to
exhibitions and events throughout the
year We also submit articles to the
Times and regularly have a slot on
Wayland Radio
However as the local population
grows we want to ensure that
newcomers are included and made
aware of the information and support
they can get from Wayland House For
those with access to the internet you
might be interested in knowing that the
Partnership now has three websites
covering all the areas and activities we
are involved inThe current Partnership
site is wwwwaylandorguk but this is
currently being updated and the new
site will be launched soon Try
wwwthewaylanddragonflygalleryco
uk where you will find current and
forthcoming exhibitions examples of
local artists work for sale within the
Gallery shop
Finally for the business community
we have waylandbusinesscentrecouk
which contains a wealth of valuable
information and links to additional
information We also issue regular
Email Information Bulletins to some
400 local businesses and if you don‟t
already receive them let us know and
we will add you to the database (see
contact details below) Also have a
look at
waylandbusinesscentreblogspotcom
which provides your business with a
chance to share your expertise and
knowledge with a larger audience It
gives you a valuable opportunity to
network and is particularly useful for
sole traders and those who work from
home
You can see us at the Wayland Show
on 1st August where we will be
sharing a stand with the Wayland
Community Bank If you are there
please drop by and see us
We will be submitting regular news
and information to the Times as it
gives us good coverage and is
delivered widely in the area However
for more information on the services
and facilities available from Wayland
House and the Wayland Business
Centre call in to our reception phone
us on 01953 880204 or mail to
iainwaylandorguk
News from the Wayland Partnership
Picture Breckland Photographic
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 17
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Unit 2 Coughtrey Industrial Estate
Church Road Griston IP25 6QB
Fitted Kitchens
Bathrooms
Internal Doors
Free Quotations amp
Full Planning Service
Massage Treatments
Swedish Massage and Hot Stone Massage
Appointments available at
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Saham Toney Your Local Three Star Hotel
Telephone 01953 882125 wwwbroomhallhotelcouk
Holme Hale Pavilion
Summer Fete Saturday 7th August
10am -- 430pm Cake Stall Refreshments Beer
Tent Lots of Childrens games and also for Adults Grand Draw BBQ
(local butcher) Rescue Greyhounds
Institute Advanced Motorists Bouncy Castle also ladies have
your nails amp toenails painted and much much more
All welcome come enjoy
It‟s that time of year again at the
time of writing we are in the middle
of Quilts Three our third annual
exhibition courtesy of the Wayland
Partnership in the Dragonfly Gallery
at Wayland House It gives an
opportunity for others to see exactly
what we do hack tack and stuff With
a name like that we are obviously not
bdquojust another sewing group‟ This
year we were worried about having
enough work to exhibit and then had
far more than we could show The
exhibition opened at 10 o‟clock on
Saturday the 10th July continuing
until the 17th Half way through the
week over one hundred and fifty
visitors had been counted Work on
show included not only quilts of all
sizes but also fabric boxes cushions
bags toys and other examples of the
members‟ crafts made for personal
use and as gifts There were examples
of the Heart cushions given to people
who have had surgery for breast
cancer and quilts for ill
and traumatised
children and teenagers
distributed through the
Norfolk branch of
ProjectLinus There was
a raffle donations box
and articles for sale
Proceeds will go
towards materials for
items for these charities
There will be more
details in the next
edition
Meanwhile meetings
and demonstrations
continued normally including an
excellent example of the latter
featuring a variety of borders by
two clever ladies This was so well
organised that members were
provided with pieces of pre-cut
fabrics so there was no excuse for
not bdquohaving a go‟ We are all fired
with enthusiasm and likely to put
borders on everything I suggest
partners check their shirts and
trousers
The group does not meet in August
but will be back on Tuesday the
14th September at 7 pm in the
Watton Christian Community
Centre for the beginning of another
session meanwhile members and
non-members can check our Blog
at httphtsqgroupblogspotcom
to see what is happening over the
next few months This features a
calendar which has details up until
the end of the year It is also
updated very regularly If you are
not online phone Sue Hart on
01362 822536
Hackers Tackers and Stuffers
Last year Alan Smiths Birthday
present from his daughter and son in
law (Kerry and Chris Varley) was a
book written about some mature men
walking the coast2coast It was so
inspiring and amusing to read that
soon several other people including
his wife (Gill) and 2 close friends
(Tim and Carol Suthers) had also
been inspired and enjoyed the read
All 6 of us enjoy our walks and
encouraged by the two youngest
(Chris amp Kerry) who have done this
before they decided to take up the
challenge From St Bees on the west
coast to Robin‟s Hood Bay on the
east coast some 192 miles in 13 days
will be covered in August this year as
their annual holiday Whilst doing
this they have been encouraged by a
few people to make it an event to
raise money for charity
They thought it would be nice to
support a local charity in East Anglia
and have chosen the East Anglian Air
Ambulance Registered Charity
1083876 They are a 365 day-a-year life-
saving service across Bedfordshire
Cambridgeshire Peterborough Norfolk
and Suffolk The charity is independent
of government and National Lottery
funding and is entirely dependent on
fund-raising and contributions To keep
its two air ambulances flying and to
provide the advanced medical
equipment they carry over pound3 million
per year has to be raised The group
thought it would be good to offer their
support to the EAAA in making this
walk not just their holiday and
challenge but also an event to raise
some cash to help them in their work
Gill also contacted the organisation to
see if they could visit and see first-hand
one of the helicopters and the staff of
EAAA who offer such a valuable and
life-saving service
On average the EAAA are called to
four incidents every day life
threatening situations such as road
traffic accidents incidents involving
people in inaccessible places and
cardiac arrests Because of the
advanced skills drugs and equipment
found on board and being able to
access places impossible for a land
ambulance the EAAA can make the
difference
Will you help us to help them in their
work To make a donation and offer
your support you can visit httpwwwjustgivingcomcoast2coastthevarleyssuthersandsmiths
Birthday Day Present Inspires 3 Couples to take up a Challenge
From left to right Chris Varley Alan Smith Gill Smith
Kerry Varley Carol Suthers and Tim Suthers
At Wayland Scout Group we
started the month with a Family
Day the Cubs and Scouts cooked
lunch for over 50 people to
celebrate our first AGM Parents
siblings Leaders and the District
Commissioner John Sweeney
were treated to dips and cruditeacutes
Southern Fried Chicken rice and
beans and salads followed by
apple pie and custard
All the young people did a fantastic
job creating a delicious meal made
even better by the wonderful weather
Following a cricket match we were
joined by Rev Geoff Garrett from St
May‟s Church who dedicated our
new flags for us
The afternoon was finished in fine
style with a wonderful array of
homemade cakes and a cup of tea
The Leaders would like to pass on
their thanks to everyone for their
wonderful support and help
The Cubs recently enjoyed a craft
night creating robots form junk
including turning one Cub into an
android by creating an amazing
costume for him
This term the Scouts have been
working towards their Global
Challenge including looking at
different traditions around the
world As it is nearly the end of
term they had plenty of fun
making a traditional Fez with
maybe a nod to Doctor Who who
has recently made the hats cool
The Scout Troop has also been
challenged by the local Rotarians to
have a camp using only a Shelter Box
tent and the emergency equipment
provided in the box Of course they
have accepted the challenge and will
be holding this
camp in mid-
August Our aim
is to be
sponsored so we
can raise enough
money be able
to buy a Shelter
Box for the
charity If you
would like to
sponsor us
please contact
Theresa Cutts on 01953 884243
or email
waylandscoutsgooglemailcom for
more information
At a recent event hosted by the
County Commissioner Richard
Butler the Leaders were also
presented with certificates to
congratulate them on opening a
successful Cub Pack Scout Troop
and building a Leadership team
We are also looking forward to a
4 day activity camp in August
with the rest of South West
Norfolk District If you are
interested in finding out more
about Scouting in Watton please
email us on the address above
AGM Androids and Fezs
Picture Supplied
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 18 News
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The bdquoAttleborough Players‟ amateur
dramatic society has been entertaining
people in the locality for more than 35
years with shows pantomimes plays
concerts and we are currently
rehearsing a musical play to feature a
group of our very talented younger
members to be staged in October
Since present day legislation has strict
demands for separate changing
facilities for adults and youngsters we
now have an additional burden on our
already strained finances
The society is a registered charity and
finances have been maintained at a
respectable level by staging shows
and our popular bdquoFish bdquon‟ Quiz‟
evenings on a regular basis hopefully
we will be presenting another quiz in
November Ticket prices have been
kept at a very competitive pound5 for most
of our shows takings which go
mostly towards running costs the rest
into a dwindling bank account In
these days of drastic belt tightening
we prefer to keep the cost of tickets
low to benefit our audiences This
means of course that our pool of
monetary assets has developed a
steady leak
We are looking for any business or
individual willing to sponsor us
Sponsorship would guarantee
programme and poster advertising to a
negotiable degree while private
individuals would benefit by free
tickets to any of our events of their
choice
Any business or private individual
willing to help us in this way please
contact our treasurer Anne
Greenwood ndash Tel 01953 455022
With our ever increasing membership
particularly of teenagers we think the
bdquoAttleborough Players‟ is a
worthwhile concern to keep running
on an even keel We hope you do too
The Players need your help
Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles By popular request the PHIL
BROOKPETE OXBOROUGH
JAZZ QUARTET are returning to
St Margarets church Breckles on
FRIDAY 17th SEPTEMBER at 730
pm The Quartet also features Ivars
Galenieks bass and Bob Dore
drums Tickets are pound1250 to
include refreshments and can be
obtained from Margaret Morfoot
Telehone 01953 498286 There will
be a beer and wine bar from 7 pm
This is a very popular evening All
proceeds for the upkeep of St
Margarets Church Breckles
Breckles is on the B1111 4 miles
north of the A11B1111 junction
Watton Ballroom Dancing Association
Queenrsquos Hall Watton 8pm till 11pm
Admission pound350
Saturday August 7th Mike 01953 882799
Wayland High School Students‟ British Science Association CREST Award
Twelve Year 9 students at
Wayland High School have
received the British Science
Association‟s CREST award for
designing and producing industry
standard batik artwork bags It is
the first time that the school has
entered the CREST awards
facilitated by The Exchange
(Norfolk Education Business
Partnership) who provided a small
bursary to support the batik
project Photograph of the students
with Batik bags and certificates
attached
Jan Cockburn from The Exchange
who visited the school to present
the awards at a Year 9 assembly
said Congratulations to the
students who carried out the batik
project You have shown great
enthusiasm for the subject and
fully deserve the national
recognition provided by a British
Science Association CREST
award
Val Wenham teacher and batik
artist who led the project said
The students learned the full batik
process including use of wax and
dyes initially experimenting on
paper before developing their
designs for the bags They created
designs that could be reproduced
on an industrial basis and studied
the technological and commercial
side of working in batik
Sadly one of the awards was
presented posthumously Alastair
Codling who also took part in the
batik project received his twin
sister Claire‟s award Claire
passed away earlier this year
For more information about the
work of The Exchange see
wwwnorfolk-exchangeorguk or
tel 01953 601439
For more information about British
Science Association CREST
Awards see
wwwbritishscienceassociationorg
webccafCREST
Pictured left to right are - Back Ellis Stone Harrison Cutts Sophie Shaw Ben Rees Martha Watts Stephanie
Parker Lauren Symons Megan Kennedy Front Alistair Codling Cameron Goldie Sam Beckwith
Our meeting in July had a
slightly different format to the
usual system We held a coffee
and chat event and we accepted a
cheque on behalf of Diabetes
UK for pound1136 presented by the
former chairman of Breckland
District Council
John Rogers The chairman of
our group Ron Thompson
accepted the cheque and said that
the money would be used by
Diabetes UK to help to fund
holidays for children with
Diabetes Councillor John
Rogers was warmly thanked
(Please see separate article for
picture page 14)
At our next meeting on August
9th two of our members will be
talking about the work they do
with the Retired Greyhound
Trust They are going to be
bringing a couple of their four
legged friends too John and Rod
will be suitably tethered to stop
them straying around the tables
and getting in the dogs way
The meeting starts at 1015am at
the Pentecostal Church Watton
(whom we thank for the use of
their facilities) all welcome For
further details about the group or
any of the meetings please
phone Helen 01953 884713 and
leave a message and I will get
back to you as soon as I can
We are have a special meeting on
the 13th September when we are
very fortunate to have as our
speaker Richard Lane OBE
President of Diabetes UK Some of
our members met Richard for the
first time last year and were very
taken by him and his frankness and
honesty about his Diabetes and
what has happened to him He is a
very interesting man and we are
very lucky he is available to come
and speak to us
We will be providing a light buffet
lunch for this meeting at a cost of pound5
per head and we would be pleased to
invite you to join us Because we
need to know numbers for the
catering arrangements please could
you phone David 01362 696781
before August 9th if you would like
to attend this special meeting
Watton amp District Group - Diabetes UK
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 19
Poet‟s Place Poet‟s Place is open once more to all readers to
submit their own work for publication All
contributions are welcome and will be printed
unedited for reader‟s enjoyment
A GOOD DEAL
When I‟m watching the birds in our garden
Little lambs that gambol in fields
I thank God I have such perception
This is what I would call a good deal
A small child with a smile that is wistful and shy
And a look to melt hearts made of steel
With a grasp of tiny soft fingers
Makes me realise what a good deal
Our cat usually independent and strong
Purrs around at my feet rubs my heel
I know it‟s because he wants feeding
He knows he is on a good deal
When dining out at a pub or cafeacute
I go where they serve a fine meal
With the atmosphere right and excellent food
Best of all I will get a good deal
Shopping in town for my clothing
Can be such a blinking ordeal
I go and intend not to overspend
And resolve I will get a good deal
Deciding on presents for Christmas
Then doing my best to conceal
The parcels I‟ve bought for each person
It‟s fine to receive a good deal
The flowers that grow in my garden
I planted in Spring with such zeal
Are now blooming so bright with such colours
I can see I have got a good deal
When I meet with my friends for a bridge game
My excitement I try to conceal
When the cards that I hold help me win lots of points
It‟s because I‟ve been dealt a good deal
Edith Pleasance copy 290906
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL SHOPS
And get your copy of the Mid-Norfolk Times at these businesses
Great Ellingham Village Stores amp PO
Long St Gt Ellingham 01953 452 155
Post Office Fresh Bread amp Milk Daily
Rocklands Post Office amp Stores
The Street Rocklands 01953 483 217
Car Tax Lottery Fresh Milk
Quick Stop Church Street Attleborough
01953 458 036 Italian Wines 2 for pound5 Wide range
of Polish Foods available
Old Buckenham Stores The Green Old Buckenham
01953 860210 If you purchase goods from the shop costing over pound50 (excluding the post office cigarettes lottery and Paypoint) in one transaction then you will be entitled to claim a bottle of Italian wine (worth pound5)
Lovells Post Office amp Stores
Market Place New Buckenham
01953 860 351
Village Stores Market Street East Harling
01953 718115 A wide range of products in stock
Anne and Kevin Ledgard
Londis News Extra
High Street Attleborough (Opposite Sainsburys)
01953 453 257 Newspapers amp magazines
Wide range of confectionery tobacconist Wide range of Wines Beers and Spirits
Londis Banham 01953 887320
Your Local Village Supermarket
Watton University of the Third Age (U3A) Forty eight members enjoyed the tour
of North Norfolk by train and coach
A superb cream tea at Bircham
Windmill rounded off the tour in style
The next trip is a tour of the Fens with
a professional guide on Friday 17th
September The booking list is now
open contact Ron on 01953 889951
The Croquet Group is now playing at
the Watton Sports Centre on a
Tuesday afternoon New players
would be most welcome including
visitors (potential new members) For
playing times contact Margaret on
01953 882136 Alan Bickers is the
new Leader of the Pub Lunch Group
who will have their first meeting on
Thursday 12th August
Next venue for the Garden Visits
Group is Dunbheagan House near
Dereham with music in the afternoon
and teas in aid of the St Johns
Ambulance Meet at 130pm in the
Queens Hall car park Transport can
be arranged Contact Susan on 01953
881373
The next monthly meeting is on
Thursday 26th August when the
speaker will be Barbara Miller with
ldquoNorwich over the Waterrdquo
The Membership Secretary can be
contacted on 01953 885358 For
further information on the National
U3A go to wwwu3aorg
On Thursday 24th June the
announcement was made in London of
the winner of this year‟s Carnegie
medal That prize has been awarded by
children‟s librarians almost every year
since 1936 for an outstanding book for
children and young people Since 23rd
April when the short-list was
announced 50000 children in schools
all over Britain have been reading the
eight novels - nearly 3000 pages of
high quality fiction Thirty of those
very dedicated readers met on the same
day in Attleborough High School
Library to spend two hours in lively
debate with their guests from Old
Buckenham High School sustained by
strawberries cheese straws and home-
made cakes
The event organised by the school‟s
librarian Helen Gage greatly engaged
the students and staff and much heated
argument about which was the best of
the books on the list ensued The group
voted for their own choice of winner
took lots of photographs and then at
the time stipulated by the Carnegie‟s
national organisers opened the
envelope containing the name of the
winning title Neil Gaiman‟s bdquoThe graveyard book‟ Of the gathering in Attleborough High School‟s
library student Ellie Halls (pictured above) was the only one who had firmly backed that choice In
November the long-list for next year‟s award will be published ndash and the whole wonderful process
will begin again We can‟t wait
Carnegie medal celebration the Attleborough High School big debate
Wayland Happy Circle Our July meeting was a social afternoon with a Beetle Drive followed by a Strawberry Tea Shirley
welcomed 25 members and 1 visitor and seven birthday cards were distributed Our former President
is making good progress and we hope to see her back amongst us soon
Shirley organised the Beetle Drive the first session being won by Molly and Maureen and the second
by Jenny Two of members Margaret and Jenny had prepared the strawberries and cream and these
were enjoyed by all with shortbread and a cuppa The usual raffle was held to close the afternoon
25 members and guests will be going on the outing in July and tea will be taken at Elveden Visitor
Centre followed by a tour of the Stanta Training Area
Our next meeting will be on 3rd August when Tina Cruz will talk to us about Portuguese cooking
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 20 News
July 1st ndash The day that Rotary
Clubs all over the world install their
new presidents And this year
Watton was no exception Outgoing
president Richard Akister handed
over to new president Doctor Mike
Harvey (see pic) Health problems
caused Mike to take early
retirement as a general practitioner
and having come to Norfolk and
settled in Shipdham some 5 years
ago he was introduced to the
Watton Rotary Club and thought it
would be a good platform and outlet
for his considerable energy and
skill He was an instigator of the
Watton Club‟s very
successful fundraising
drive in support of the
bdquoBalloons for Hearts‟
initiative in 20078 With
the help of 2 other Rotary
Clubs pound5300 was raised
and a giant cheque was
presented to the campaign
coordinator We hear that
the cheque is still on
display in the cardiac
reception area at the
NNUH Mike intends to
continue his ministry of the
Watton Club with a
medical flavour
As a prelude to the presidential
handover in both clubs Watton
Inner Wheel and Rotary Clubs
joined forces and held a most
successful bdquoround the houses‟ or
bdquosafari‟ supper Changing sets of 3
or 4 couples rotate around each of
several members‟ houses for the
various courses of an evening meal
with everyone landing up at the
President‟s house for the final
course and a bit of party time
Following our visit to New South
Wales Australia last year the
Watton Club is hosting the first part
of the return Rotary international
friendship exchange in September
Eight couples from various places
in NSW are expected they will stay
with Watton members for a few
days before moving on to be hosted
by Rotarians of various other
Rotary clubs throughout Norfolk
and Suffolk More about this next
month Martin Anscombe
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During a debate about jobs and
unemployment on July 7th I made my
maiden speech in the House of Commons
I have focussed my column this month on
the content and inspirations for the speech
in which I set out why I am so passionate
about representing our area
Maiden speeches have a long tradition in
the Commons and new MPs usually
don‟t involve themselves in debates in the
House until they have made theirs
Maidens give new MPs a chance to talk
about their constituency and to outline
some of the issues they aim to work on
I focused my speech on three key
themes the need for a more local
approach to jobs and housing how the
politically correct bdquorights‟ culture
ignores traditional values and the need
for a better politics
The Rural Way of Life
Living and running a business locally I
know how life in rural England has been
overlooked I know how our traditional
values are too often denigrated and how
Norfolk has become increasingly
marginalised
ldquoTackling that sense of marginalisation
in order to unlock the talents and
aspirations of its people are the
central theme of my work as [an] MP
The people of Mid Norfolk feel
marginalised by the decision-making
process and too often forced to change
in ways that they have neither chosen
nor like The small local voluntary and
rural is all too often crowded out by the
big national professional and urban
[R]ural Britain has been especially
hard hit by unemployment during this
recession and my constituency has
pockets of rural deprivation which are
often hidden Pensioner poverty can
be especially invisible
ldquoPost offices pubs and village shops
close while more and more people are
forced to commute increasing distances
from the mass housing estates that have
been forced on our market towns and
councilsrdquo
ldquoThe people of Mid Norfolk sent me
here to speak up for them so I shall
[They] have found themselves
increasingly powerless in the face of a
tidal wave of legislation and big
government from Europe Whitehall
and unaccountable regional quangos
Many worry that our culture has been
hijacked by an increasingly intolerant
politically correct anything goes
multiculturalism which seems to have
too little respect for the longer
traditions of tolerance personal
freedom and responsibility embedded in
our traditional heritage By pumping
the bellows of local empowerment I
believe that we can reignite the embers
of a culture which can and should be
allowed to coexist with metropolitan
Britain to mutual benefitrdquo
Economic opportunities
Having run my ldquoNorfolk Wayrdquo campaign
for over three years I know how urgently
we need new jobs and opportunities in
Mid Norfolk Average wages here are low
and I wanted to focus on how we can
reignite our economy and strengthen local
communities and services
ldquoIn my three-year candidacy I insisted
on another way we call it the Norfolk
way a vision of a vibrant rural society
based on a renaissance of rural
enterprise smaller pockets of mixed
housing spread more fairly and
sustainably fast-growing small
businesses and jobs back in our villages
and towns less commuting a richer
mix of ages and blue and white-collar
jobs in active communities
ldquoSome may ask Where are those new
jobs and businesses to come from Let
me tell the House Situated between
Norwich and Cambridge are two of the
worlds leading centres of scientific
research and innovation in food
biomedicine and the clean
technologies all of which are so vital
to the global challenges that we face
Mid Norfolk is perfectly positioned to
become a hub of entrepreneurial
activity and new jobs With the world-
leading John Innes centre the Institute
of Food Research world-class
agriculture and high-tech engineering
along the A11 corridor we can lead
those new economic sectors on which
we will increasingly dependrdquo
ldquoAs someone who came to politics after
a 15-year career in creating new
technology businesses I hope to be able
to put my experience to good use in that
area However that revolution cannot
happen without two essential things
new models of investment in
infrastructure including the A11 rural
broadband and rail links and some
local leadershiprdquo
Giving People Responsibility
I believe in giving local communities
power Residents in a village know the
problems they have and usually know
how to solve them better than somebody
in an office miles away During my
speech I called for a new approach
ldquoThe stale post-war model of statist
centralisation and dependence on the
Whitehall handout has failed Norfolk
Rural Britain is the repository of
some important virtues that our modern
culture has neglected a deep belief in
self-help and responsibility an
insistence that everybody in a
community has a role and the rejection
of a shallow media cultures obsession
with celebrity and a love of the small
the different and the local These are
qualities that are deeply rooted in the
English character
ldquoAt the heart of this manifesto is a big
idea that citizenship is forged
through the empowering act of the
state granting responsibility to its
citizens That is the central idea which
has brought me into politics as a
Conservative and which I am delighted
is once again the idea at the heart of
modern Conservatism and this
coalitionrdquo
It was an honour to make my maiden on
behalf of the people of Mid Norfolk and
if you would like a full transcript of the
speech please email
Georgefreemanmpparliamentuk or
watch the video of the speech on my
website wwwgeorgefreemancouk
The Westminster View
George Freeman is the Conservative MP
for Mid-Norfolk The object of this
column is to help readers stay in touch
with their MP - it is not intended as a
reflection of the political views of anyone
associated with the Mid Norfolk Times
Watton Rotary Roundup
People for Animal Care Trust
(PACT) and Caine Lloyd of
Lloyd Engineering in Watton are
organising an adventure to climb
Mount Kilimanjaro in spring
2011 The intention is to raise
funds for PACT through
sponsorship and to have some fun
doing so
My name is Geoff Bell and I am
one of the people who are taking
part in this Challenge I have the
funds for my part in this challenge
but I fell it would be good to raise
funds for PACT as well
Through the Kili Challenge
PACT will receive funding to
build much needed additional
kennels to house the regular
influx of animals they have
PACT is based in Woodrising
and work hard to ensure the
welfare of animals in Norfolk
PACT‟s web-site is
wwwpactsanctuaryorg and more
information about them can be
obtained from there With your
kind help it would be a great
honour and privilege to extend
my support for PACT by taking
part in this challenge and to be of
help and support to one of the
loves in my life
If you would like to sponsor me
to take part in this challenge and
raise much needed funding for
PACT then please contact me
through Facebook or ring me on
01953-882925 For more
information you can ring PACT
on 01362 820775 or Caine on
01953 881255 I will also be
holding three public collection
days for this outside the Co-op in
Watton on the 18th August 15th
September and 13th October
Thank you for your support
The Kili Challenge in aid of PACT
Picture Supplied
Church Times and Puzzle
Watton Churches Together Service Calendar for August 2010
St Maryrsquos Church Watton 1st 3rd amp 4th Wednesday at 930am Holy Communion
2nd Wednesday Morning Worship Church Office opens Tues
Wed amp Thurs 9am-1pm Tel 01953 881252
margaretchurchadmfreeservecouk wwwstmaryswattonorg
Sun 1st 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
530pm Choral Evensong
Sun 8th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
Sun 15th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Sun 22nd 800am Holy Communion
1000am All Age Worship
12 noon Holy Baptism
630pm Praise and Worship with Shine
Sun 29th 800am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Watton Methodist Church Every Wednesday the Church is open for quiet reflection and
prayer between 1000am amp 1200noon
Itrsquos your quiet place At 1030 there is a half-hour Midweek
Service in the Large Vestry led by the Minister or a Church
Member wwwwattonmethodistbtikcom
Sun 1st 1045am Rev Barbara Winner Holy Communion
630pm Rev Brian Eagle
Sun 8th 1045am Mr Richard Hompstead
630pm Mrs Janet Roebuck
Sun 15th 1045am Mrs Sonia Mann
630pm Mr Brian Lawrence
Sun 22nd 1045am Mrs Elsie Warby
630pm Revd Barbara Winner Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1100am Section Service at Saham Hills
Mr John Winner
630pm Rev Brian Eagle Holy Communion
Roman Catholic Community Each Sat 530pm Mass at Watton Methodist Church
Pentecostal Church Dereham Road Watton There is a Noahs Ark Sunday and Kings Kids for children
during the Sunday morning services
Sun 1st 1030am Morning Service with guest speakers
Christian amp Ann Fernandez from La Rochelle France
Sun 8th 1030am Family Service amp Doughnuts
600pm Prayer amp Praise with guest speaker
Dama Safari from Shalom Africa
Sun 15th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Freed from your past‟
Sun 22nd 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Made in God‟s image‟
600pm Prayer and Praise
Sun 29th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoChanged by love‟
St Nicholasrsquo Church Ashill Tuesdays 1000am Said Holy Communion
Sun 1st 930am Lay Led Morning Worship
Sun 8th 930am Morning Worship
Sun 15th 930am All Age Worship
Sun 22nd 930am Holy Communion
St Georgersquos Church Saham Toney Sun 1st 1030am Benefice Service of Holy Communion
Sun 8th 1100am Morning Worship and Holy Baptism
Sun 15th 1100am Pet Service
1230pm Holy Baptism
Sun 22nd 1100am Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1030am Group Service of Holy Communion
SS Peter amp Paulrsquos Church Carbrooke Sun 8th 1030am All Age Worship
Sun 15th 1030am Holy Communion
Sun 22nd 1030am Lay Led Morning Worship
1230pm Holy Baptism
St John the Evangelist Church Ovington Thursdays 800am Said Holy Communion
Sun 8th 12 noon Pet Service
Sun 22nd 930am Lay Led All Age Worship
Breckles Caston Great Hockham Griston Merton Stow Bedon
Thompson
Worship Calendar August 2010
Sunday 1st August
1030 am United Holy Communion Thompson
Sunday 8TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Breckles
(Patronal Festival)
Sunday 15TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Gt Hockham
1030 am United Holy Communion Caston
Sunday 22ND August 900 am Holy Communion (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Gt Hockham
Sunday 29TH August
1030 am United Holy Communion Griston
Sunday 5TH September
1030 am United Holy Communion Stow Bedon
Our Pram Service Sunday Club amp WAY youth group
will resume in September
Enquiries The Revd Bob Nichols Tel (01953) 483222
Email revbobnicholsgmailcom
All Saints Church Threxton Sunday 1st August at 10 am
Scribble Pad
Across 7 One looking for riches (76) 8 Something to keep the claws in shape (8) 9 An assistant would be an idea (4) 10 Snap a biscuit for Christmas (7) 12 This clue might lead you the wrong way (5) 14 Fused fuse (5) 16 Feminine pronoun (7) 19 A phaser setting used by Captain Kirk (4) 20 A reserve supply to be drawn on (8) 22 but loose (553)
Down 1 A bright star from Avon (4) 2 Slopey writing (6) 3 infield pagan (7) 4 as chips said the chick (5) 5 Inherited (6) 6 Use this to change names (44) 11 Compared to a relation (8) 13 Earth shaking (7) 15 Of the coldest season (6) 17 How warm snow goes (6) 18 The sound of teddy bears (5) 21 Burn to charcoal (4)
PUZZLE CORNER
pound10 PRIZE CROSSWORD
Would you like to win a pound10 Voucher to spend Simply complete
the crossword on the right and drop it in to The Wayland News bin
at (or post it to) Adcocks 32 High Street Watton Norfolk IP25
6AE before the paper deadline All correct entries will be put into a
draw and the winner will receive a pound10 voucher to spend In the
event of any dispute the decision of the Editor will be final The
clues are a mix of cryptic and easy with one or two anagrams
thrown in just to make it more interesting
The correct solution will be published in the next issue
Last Month‟s Puzzle The winner of last month‟s pound10 prize was Mrs S Dockray of
Nelson Court Watton Well done Mrs Dockray
Thought for the month By Rev Barbara Winner Methodist Church Well the World Cup was disappointing for some of us and so
was Wimbledon There doesn‟t seem much to celebrate Or is
there
There was once a speaker who started off one of his talks by
showing everyone in the audience a pound50 note It was a crisp
new note He asked the room full of people who would like
the pound50 and it was no surprise that most hands went up He
then proceeded to crumple the note up in his hand and then
asked who still wanted it The hands stayed up Next he
dropped the note on the ground and started to grind the note
with his shoe When he picked it up it was dirty and
crumpled When he asked who still wanted it the hands stayed
up Well of course they did ndash just because it was crumpled
and dirty didn‟t prevent it being worth the pound50 just as it had
been in the beginning when he started his talk The note was
still of value ndash the value hadn‟t changed
We are in a time of change and cuts and we don‟t quite know
what‟s coming next But whatever cuts and changes come
however much we feel the effects our value as people has not
changed Life throws all sorts of things at us and we can end
up feeling crumpled and trodden on In God‟s eyes we are
loved and precious ndash valuable And no amount of cuts
changes and troubles will change this God‟s love for us is a
pure gift ndash it is not subject to cuts and change We read in the
Bible that God so loved the world that he gave his son that we
might have life And what‟s more it is a gift freely given
Now that really is worth celebrating
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 22 News
MOTs pound3500 VEHICLES FROM V 99 ONWARDS pound40 FOR OLDER VEHICLES
IVAN CHUBBOCK GARAGE SERVICES
SHIPDHAM
Tel 01362 820416
Has Your PC Slipped a Disc Netted a virus Mouse trapped and
wont work now
For all manner of computer repairs and support
Call Julian Horn on 01953 881885 ldquoSilver Surferrdquo support a speciality
SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEAS Hosted by St Maryrsquos Church in August
Sunday 15th August Christian Community Centre 230pm until 4pm All
welcome - please come along and bring family and friends
Watton United FC have begun
preparing for life in Anglian
Combination Division 1 by
appointing ex - Diss and Watton
player Paul Nicholls to assist with
training and match days whilst he
awaits his return to football from a
serious injury Manager Vince
Harwood has welcomed his return
to the club in a coaching capacity
and hopes his experience at a
higher level will improve the
young players currently at the club
Further changes behind the scenes
include the appointment of Ian
Hunt and Christian Hayward to
assist with running the reserve
team this season and they are
encouraging any new players to
attend training on Wednesday
nights at Watton Sports Centre
(7pm start)
The club has also arranged a number
of Preseason friendlies for the first
team all at home versus Watton
United 18s Dersingham Rovers
(Friday 6th August) and Thetford
Rovers (Wednesday 11th August)
kicking off at 645pm Their first
league fixture is a local derby away
at Wymondham Town on Tuesday
17th August
The reserves new management
team are looking forward to home
games against Thetford Rovers
Reserves (Wednesday 4th August)
and an unnamed team (Friday 13th
August) before their season starts
on Thursday 19th August away at
Mattishall Reserves All games
Kick off at 645pm
The club also have a number of
advertising opportunities available
this season with programme
adverts and advertising boards at
the ground all priced at pound50 for the
season Anyone interested should
contact Paul Woods on
07917361762 or email
infowattonunitedfccouk
Getting ready for the new season
For a small very rural bowls club
Ashill has exceeded all expectations
this year Our men reached the
quarterfinals of the Bales Cup and
Peter Bunn Colin Breeze Bob Hall
and Alan Willer reached the same
stage in the Norfolk County Fours The
men also lie 2nd in the Central North
Division just a half point behind
Thetford The ladies section not to be
outdone have also faired very well
Chris Bailey reaching the quarterfinals
of the County Unbadged Singles
before succumbing to an opponent
from Freethorpe she Inga Healy and
Jackie Taylor got to the quarterfinals of
the Coronation Cup and the latter two
and Sheila Malyon reached the semi-
finals of the County Triples before
being beaten by Diss at RG Carters
In the mixed competitions we
overcame Long Stratton Thetford and
Connaught (the latter two on their
home greens) to reach the semi-finals
of the Jermy Cup our opponents being
Freethorpe on Sunday 18th July at the
neutral green of Wymondham and just
recently we won the Coral Cup played
at Watton Bowls Club So far it has
been a very successful and enjoyable
season despite the vagaries of our
uncertain weather
Ashill Bowls Club minnows on a high
The sunny warm and dry weather
has turned parts of the course brown
but has made for some exciting golf
None more so than in the June
monthly medal when David Flack
playing off a handicap of 10 shot a
net 62 In the same competition
Martin Parker achieved a hole in 1
on the par three 12th hole which
made him very happy but led to a
large dent in his bank balance
Recent Stableford competition
winners were Tony Bonner Alan
Blythe Phil Barrall David Wakeford
and David Packard
Recent inter-club match results were
versus Eaton Away lost 2frac12 - 3frac12 V
Royal Cromer away lost 1frac12 - 4frac12 V
Costessey park at home lost 2frac12 -
3frac12 V Gt Yarmouth at home won
5frac12 - frac12
The Seniors Open was held on 1st
July and approx 50 players
representing 14 different clubs
played in a stableford competition It
was an excellent day enjoyed by all
and the winner was George Axten
from Kings Lynn A separate
competition for Richmond Park
members was won by David Adcock
Richmond Park Golf Club Senior Section
On Saturday 21st August at Ashill
rectory Garden there will be a Fun
BBQ from 4pm to 8pm Tickets are
just pound5 for adults and pound250 for
children and include BBQ Salads
and delicious desserts
We hope to raise enough money at
this event to fund another year of
education for children in Uganda
who we have supported for six years
Tickets are available from Ann Bunn
on 01760 440 150
Fun Barbecue for Ugandan Children
The Annual Summer Show will
be held on SATURDAY
AUGUST 7trade This is an
opportunity for residents of
Rocklands and the surrounding
area to exhibit Fruit and
Vegetables Flowers Cookery
Art and Handicrafts and for the
children to show off their skills
in various classes
Entries for the show are
accepted between 9am and
12noon with judging
commencing at 1pm Doors are
open to the public at approx
330pm Show Schedules are
available from Post Office
Stores Rocklands or Margaret
Lister
If you feel you would like to
take part in our Summer Show
and would like more
information contact Margaret
Lister on 01953 483417
Annual Summer Show at Rocklands
Celebrations Celebrations You are all warmly invited to join
us at Choral Evensong at St
Mary‟s Church Watton on
Sunday 1st August at 530pm for
a special service of prayer and
beautiful church music and
afterwards for tea and cake
This is a celebration as our church
choir is one of 67 choirs affiliated
to the Royal School of Church
Music in Norfolk
Do come and enjoy the music and
see for yourselves You may
even want to join us We are
always happy to welcome new
members to the Choir
Goods amp services - warranties Repairs for goods can be expensive and it is very
important that warranties provide adequate
protection Unfortunately Citizens‟ Advice Bureaux
continue to hear about clients whose warranties
have not been honoured Here are some of the cases
dealt with by Bureaux throughout the country
Bishops Waltham reported that a woman had
purchased a buggy for pound150 at Babies R Us in
May 2009 She noticed that the elbow joints were
becoming loose and she believed this was
dangerous as it could pinch a child‟s fingers She
took it back to Babies R Us in January 2010 and
they sent it back to the manufacturer which
returned it and stated that the bolts had been
tightened (despite the fact that the joints were
riveted not bolted) The elbow joints did initially
seem tighter but the problem soon reappeared and
so the client took the buggy back again and
complained Babies R Us refused to replace the
buggy but sent it to their quality assurance
department which stated that the problem was due
to wear and tear She asked to see the manager
and explained that the buggy was within the
warranty period and that she was most unhappy
that her child was in danger every time she used
it The manager walked away and would not
discuss it Other customers came up to her in the
store and said they had had similar experiences
Southend saw a man who had bought a second
hand van for about pound4000 from The Van Centre
He had taken it back to the trader twice within six
weeks of purchasing it because the engine kept
cutting out and the client believed it was not safe
to drive Despite the fact that the van was covered
by warranty The Van Centre refused to rectify
the problems The client was frustrated at having
been sold a faulty van and very annoyed that he
received no help when he returned it He was also
very anxious and worried about the safety of the
vehicle especially as he had two children who
travel with him at times
Sometimes failure to honour a warranty is
compounded by other unfair trading practices such
as pressure to upgrade the faulty goods to a more
expensive version or mis-selling of inappropriate or
unnecessary insurance Ash told us about a client
who had problems with a secondhand vehicle She
had purchased a car with a warranty from a local
dealer using a hire purchase agreement In the first
12 months the car suffered repeated electrical
problems which the dealer was unable to resolve
The offer of a courtesy car was not honoured
resulting in additional expense for the client When
the client refused to drive the car again the dealer
encouraged her to exchange it for a newer model
and refinance The client agreed but the finance was
refused as a result of a poor credit rating The client
was left locked in a finance agreement for a car
which she considered unroadworthy despite the fact
that it was under warranty
Southend saw a woman who had purchased a
treadmill from Argos for pound29999 Four months
later she purchased breakdown insurance for pound44
However when the equipment needed repairing
she was told by Argos that the insurance was not
valid because it was taken out more than 45 days
after purchase She was given a handwritten note
saying that the claim was rejected by the insurer
Allianz Kings for this reason and was told that
she could ask them to refund her premium No
other remedy was offered When the adviser rang
Allianz Kings they were told that the insurance
did not cover the fault because the goods were
within the manufacturers two year warranty
period and a claim should in fact be made on this
Allianz Kings said that this is what Argos had
told them and there was no mention of the issue
of when the insurance was purchased The client
was annoyed at Argos for failing to rectify the
situation and identify who was responsible She
was also frustrated that she had been sold and
had begun to pay for insurance which appeared to
be useless and unnecessary at least for the two
years of the warranty
If you think that you have been similarly affected by
consumer issues and you would like help and advice
then please call in to your local Bureau or you could
also contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or
use their website at wwwconsumerdirectgovuk
Sports News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 23
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Ring Lesley Horn For 1 to 1 beginnerrsquos support in your own home
Friendly patient and knowledgeable help with using your computer to find things on the Internet email your family amp
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For quality out of print books Fine Bindings and Collectable Editions New Books including local and childrenrsquos classics
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Attleborough High in the Beach Volleyball Tournament
Three teams from Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre were
entered into the first Norfolk Beach
volleyball Tournament on Great
Yarmouth central beach This was the first
volleyball competition the school has
entered and there was an air of excitement
after some good practice sessions
Two U16 boys teams from Attleborough
High were entered into the 15 strong
league
Team 1 consisting of Richard Adelugba
Daniel Dean Matthew Brookson and Joe
Whiterod took a while to get use to the
sand losing their first game against Notre
Dame 17-9 Communication and
technique improved dramatically and the
Attleborough team went on to win against
Alderman Peel team 2 (25-9) Great
Yarmouth team 2 (23-11) and Oriel team
3 (20-17) The whole team worked well
together with excellent serving and
committed dives shown by all particularly
Richard saw Attleborough Team 1 sail
through to the play-off
Team 2 from Attleborough High consisted
of Callum Langstaff Jake Horscroft
Matthew Miller and Daniel Thompson
Some excellent combination play between
Callum and Jake saw this team win their
first game against Lynn Grove 19-11
Matthew put in some excellent serves in
the second game and Daniel‟s athletic
dives saw another win against Alderman
Peel team 3 (24-18) This team lost focus a
little towards the end and lost their final
two games against Oriel team 1 and Great
Yarmouth team 3 With two big wins to
start the tournament Attleborough team 2
managed to come 2nd in their group and
go into the play-off‟s
Team 1 played two teams to battle it out
for 1st 2nd and 3rd place Confidence was
boosted with great combinations of dig
set and smash to gain a win over
Alderman Peel team 1 (17-14) Next was
the unbeaten Oriel team 1 who always
took 3 touches to control and set up the
perfect smash was Attleborough found
hard to return
Final score here was 11-8 to Oriel
Attleborough Team 1 finished in 2nd
place out of 15 teams
Team 2 from AHS faced Notre Dame and
Oriel team 3 in their play-off and even
though excellent commitment was shown
to get even the slightest touch on the ball
two defeats left them in 6th place out of 15
One U16 girls team from Attleborough
High was entered consisting of Lauren
Willingham Annalise Gray Holly
Warren Ellie Philpott Sinead
Bollingbroke and Charlotte Ord The
girls team had 2 substitutes and took a
while to get use to the rotation of
positions The first game against
Alderman Peel 1 saw a closely contested
battle with some brilliant smashes from
Lauren but unfortunately the final
whistle blew at 17-16 to the opponents
With great determination and some
excellent set plays coming together from
Anna and Ellie the girls team went to
win three of their final games Caister
(19-16) Alderman Peel 4 (20-16) and
Lynn Grove (34-8)
Three out of four wins saw the
Attleborough High School girls through to
the grand final to play Notre Dame Even
though Sinead served brilliantly
throughout the team lost 48-21 leaving
Attleborough U16 girls to finish 2nd out
of 11 teams
Player from Watton United FC took
a break from the World Cup action
this month to try their hand on the
golf course at their 4th Annual Golf
Tournament on Friday 25th June
An impressive total of 23 x 4 man
teams competed this year The
competition comprised of 18 holes
under stableford rules with prizes
for the individual best score and
team score taking the best two
scores on each hole from each team
This year also saw the presentation
of the RICK NEAVE cup in
memory of Watton United‟s former
manager being awarded to the
highest scoring individual who has
played for Watton United FC and a
new award presented to the person
with the lowest overall round
The club were pleased to see a
number of current club members
taking part together with some
familar faces from the past including
ex Watton United Managers Tony
Shipp Bob Taylor and ex players
Andy Hunt Paul Jarvis Daryl
Woodward Andy Campbell and
Richard Spillman Ollie Applegate
Karl Pitcher all appearing in teams
for the first time
Winners were as follows
BEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE 1st B
Taylor (47 points) 2nd H Waters (46
points) 3rd D Rudling (45 points)gt
BEST TEAM SCORE 1st Team
Spillman (S Spillman R Spillman
D Rudling I Bonser (99 points) 2nd
Team Shipp (T Shipp G Rowlands
K Kitteridge T Lyons (97 points)
3rd Team Wordley (S Wordley R
Bailey P Legrice M Mace (95
points)
RICK NEAVE CUP Bob Taylor (47
Points)
LOWEST GROSS ROUND Paul
Matless (72 shots)
OTHER AWARDS Nearest The Pin
(Hole 3) - Jon Sproston Longest
Drive (Hole 9) - Stuart Livock
Longest Drive (Hole 13) - P Matless
Nearest The Pin (Hole 17) - Phil
Patience Wooden Spoon (Paul
Rayner)
The club would like to again extend
its thanks to thanks Simon Jessop at
Richmond Park Golf Club for
providing excellent hospitality
throughout the day and allowing the
club to put on this much needed
fundraiser each year Details of next
year‟s competition will available in
2011
Pictured are the winning team left to
right S Spillman D Rudling R
Spillman I Bonser
Watton Uniteds 4th Annual Golf Day
ST MARYrsquoS CHURCH WATTON
GRAND FETE amp CAR BOOT SALE
on the field next to St Maryrsquos Church Car Park Saturday 21st August from 900am to 100pm
Raffle ~ Games ~ Cakes ~ Refreshments Car boot places at pound4 per car no need to book Please contact the Parish Office 01953 881252
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 24 Sports News
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FUNERAL DIRECTORS SERVING WATTON amp DISTRICT
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12 Noon on the 16th August Page space is allocated strictly on a first come first served basis Deadline is the latest
date and time that copy will be considered for inclusion Arrival of copy before
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You can contact Julian by ringing (01953) 858908 You can write to 32 High
Street Watton IP25 6AE Or you can leave copy in the bin at Adcocks 32 High
Street Watton
The e-mail address is julianmidnorfolktimescom
All views expressed in the Mid-Norfolk Times are those of the contributors and
not the publishers While every care and effort has been taken to ensure accuracy
the publisher cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions
This issue of the Mid-Norfolk Times was published by Julian Horn 32 High Street Watton IP25 6AE and printed through
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EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
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News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 5
Attleborough High School and Sixth Form
Centre presented a cheque for pound40700 to
Dr Henry Mannings of Star Throwers the
Wymondham based Cancer support
charity Students of the school had raised
the money for the charity as they wanted to
support the wonderful work that this
charity carries out in the local community
After Dr Mannings presented an assembly
at the school and after a Sixth Form visit
to the charity base students were eager to
raise money to help the important work of
the charity Year 12 students wanted to be
able to donate the funds to provide the
charity with another educational model for
identifying a common form of cancer the
pound407 donated on this occasion will allow
this
Star Throwers (wwwstarthrowersorguk)
has been in development for a number of
years finally launching in September
2009 Star Throwers is a not-for-profit
registered charity run entirely by
passionate volunteers dedicated to
supporting and advising people in East
Anglia who are affected by cancer or are
at particular risk of developing cancer The
charity seeks to provide a range of advice
for cancer prevention and treatment for
sufferers and their families and to develop
educational opportunities so people can
make informed choices about their
treatment and to increase the awareness
necessary for cancer prevention in lifestyle
choices As well as detailed up to date
advice about cancer and all forms of
medical treatment the charity also offers a
range of complementary therapies to
support those who are suffering from the
disease and their relatives These presently
include Massage Reiki Reflexology
family counselling and osteopathy The
charity aims to educate the public on the
prevention of cancer They are constantly
developing their education programme and
can offer focussed workshops on different
aspects of the disease to inform and help
prevention
Dr Mannings commented ldquoStar Throwers
would like to thank Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre staff and
students for the money they have raised
today and in the past for our charity We
have developed good links with this school
ndash Sixth Formers recently attended a series
of workshops at the charity base in
Wymondham It is so important that we
have opportunities to educate young
people about their health whether it be
methods of checking themselves for signs
of cancer or how to develop a healthy
lifestyle that helps to maximise their
chances of preventing cancerrdquo
Dr Henry Mannings of Star Throwers
Charity in Wymondham receiving a
cheque from Asisitant Headteacher
Carmina McConnell with students from
the school at Attleborough High School
and Sixth Form
Centre
If you need some
help or advice or
feel that you could
get involved and
assist Star
Throwers in their
quest to support
those touched by
cancer in East
Anglia please call
on 01953 423304
or go to their
website
Attleborough High School Supports Star Throwers
Sometimes called the father of
English literature Chaucer is
credited by some scholars as the
first author to demonstrate the
artistic legitimacy of the
vernacular Middle English rather
than French or Latin and though
he died in October 1400 his work
echoes down through the
centuries most notably perhaps
through the Canterbury Tales
The Chaucer Man Trevor Eaton
in his visits and performances to
Primary and Secondary Schools
and Colleges all over the country
has introduced some 100000
school pupils of all ages to live
Chaucer
Mr Eaton is a graduate of New
College Oxford and the
University of Kent at Canterbury
A former University Lecturer in
Anglo-Saxon and Middle English
he founded and edited for 30
years the international review
ldquoJournal of Literary Semanticsrdquo
He has published several books
on linguistics and literature and
has commercially recorded 20 full
-length cassettes in Middle
English (for Pearl Records) The
Canterbury Tales (complete) Sir
Gawain and the Green Knight and
Pearl His 2 CD set recording of
Beowulf unabridged in Anglo-
Saxon was featured in
Kaleidoscope on BBC Radio 4
He has given more than 1200
performances of Chaucers Tales
and has appeared at the
Cheltenham Festival of Literature
the Chaucer Festival in
Canterbury Garden Festival
Wales Rochester Literary
Festival and the Swansea Fringe
Festival
The Chaucer Man will visit your
school or college and present your
choice of Chaucers works in
Middle English pronunciation
bringing the texts to life Some
Tales he knows by heart
simultaneously reciting in Middle
English and acting the story
There is no limit to the size of the
audience - the more the merrier in
fact - though an appropriate
number of teachers should be
present If you would like to find
out more you can Contact the
Chaucer Man on 01303 260 380
The Chaucer Man
The World‟s Biggest Coffee
Morning is back and this year
the charity needs your help
even more than before due to
the economic climate Can you
help them If so all you need to
do is register to take part and
you will receive a free
fundraising pack so you can
help even more people living
with cancer
This year‟s bdquoWorld‟s Biggest
Coffee Morning‟ event takes
place on Friday 24 September
Helen Chapman Fundraising
Manager for Macmillan Cancer
Support said bdquoLast year
pound184000 was raised in Norfolk
from 800 events It would be
wonderful if readers who have
held events before could go one
step further by raising an extra
pound50 at their events If everyone
did this we could potentially
raise pound225000‟
There are currently 2 million
people living with cancer in the
UK and one in three of us will
be affected by cancer at some
point during our lifetime
Macmillan is most famous for
its nurses but we do provide
other support including a free
phone line for anyone affected
by cancer financial support for
things like hospital trips and we
also campaign for better cancer
care So every cup of coffee on
24 September really will count
Everyone can make their cuppa
count by holding a coffee
morning at home at work or at
school To hold a coffee morning
for Macmillan register by
calling 0845 602 1246 or visit
wwwmacmillanorgukcoffee
Unable to hold an event Then
why not make a donation to
Macmillan by calling the above
number and paying by debit or
credit card
Will you be putting a smile on your Coffee Mug
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 6 News
The Boo amp Hiss Theatre Company Proudly Presents
an Amateur Production of
Tickets pound5
On Sale Wednesday
1st September
From Mullenger amp Co
High Street Watton
01953 883 474
If you dont find
these pictures of
just a few of the
cast scary enough
Then Just Wait Till
The Spirits Rise
In the
Queens H
all Thursday 23rd
Friday 24th
Saturday 25th
Septem
ber
I am the Archivist and Registrar for the
Pre-1940 Triumph Owners Club and
also the proud owner of two 1930‟s
Triumph Gloria saloons Over the past
10 years I have been busy expanding
the club‟s records to help gain a better
idea of the original Triumph Motor
Company‟s (1923 to 1940) production
of models and numbers manufactured
It is currently estimated that in total
Triumph built 35000 vehicles which is
less than a large motor company such
as Morris would produce in a year
Unfortunately the company collapsed
just before the outbreak of war and
during the Coventry Blitz all
production records were destroyed
Thankfully the Triumph name survived
and became even more popular after
the war when Standard bought what
was then just a bdquopaper‟ company One
of the very few tangible links between
the two companies was Walter
Belgrove Triumph‟s chief stylist who
went on to join Standard and designed
the TR2 sports car
During my research I have met and
corresponded with many past owners
of these coach built cars from all over
the world Receiving so many
interesting accounts of life with these
cars gave me the idea to write and
publish a book featuring them In 2005
I released my first book and following
its success in sales and attracting more
stories and family photos over the past
5 years As the result I have now
published Volume 2
Pre-1940 Triumph Motor Cars from
Family Photograph Albums ndash Volume
2 is a high quality hard-bound book
with 128 pages containing 113
nostalgic memories of life with these
Pre-war Triumphs from all over the
world (including six from Norfolk)
illustrated with bdquofamily snaps‟ from
1920‟s to early 1970‟s It covers a
broad range of Triumph models such as
Super Sevens Southern Crosses
Glorias Vitesses and Dolomites
I am also pleased to say that I arranged
for the book to be printed and bound
locally which is not common these
days with so many printers and binders
closing down as a result of strong
overseas competition
The book costs pound20 plus pound482 pampp
and as with my first book is only
available direct from me at the address
below
I have already started Volume 3 and
with time marching on I am
experiencing more difficulty in finding
people who either owned or
remembered these stylish cars when
they were used as everyday transport
Therefore I will be very pleased to
hear from and speak with anyone who
has memories and photos of these Pre-
war Triumphs so that they can be
saved and enjoyed forever in print
Every account is of great value to me
and the club as at the very least it adds
another car to our records If it is
already recorded I may be able to
advise who first owned it or its
eventual fate
Graham Shipman Brick Kiln Farm
Shropham Norfolk NR17 1ED
Email gsbkfbtinteretcom Tel
01953 498 180
Pictured is Graham standing by the
drivers door of his 1936 Gloria Vitesse
with Roger amp Edna Barnes
Nostalgic motoring book released by local author
Mrs Cath Mills Head Teacher of Great Ellingham And Rocklands Primary
Schools retired form her post in July She joined Great Ellingham Primary
School in 1999 as deputy head teacher In 2003 she became acting head before
being appointed head teacher in 2004 Since then she has led the school forward
through many changes
Mrs Mills has overseen a large building project which gave the school four
spacious new classrooms and transformed the teaching environment The school
grounds have also been rejuvenated with a pirate ship trim trail vegetable patch
and wildlife area The school is now bursting at the seams and a happy and lively
place for the children to learn
In 2007 Great Ellingham went into partnership with Rocklands Primary School
and since then Mrs Mills has had responsibility for both schools
Among other refurbishments Rocklands Primary School now has a new Servery
and can offer proper school lunches as well as vastly extended and improved
facilities for Class One
Superb management has
even enabled this small
village school to maintain
three classes when so many
schools have had to make
cuts
Mrs Mills has taken the
partnership through its early
days and established a strong
relationship that utilises the
expertise from both schools
With her friendly but
thorough approach Mrs
Mills leaves both schools in
good spirits and with great
potential to go forward and
improve She will be greatly
missed and the Governors
Staff and pupils wish her all
the best for her bdquoretirement‟
Both schools now look
forward to welcoming Mrs
Heather Ware as their new
head teacher from
September
Popular Head Teacher Retires
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 7
Rocklands Great Bank Holiday Art amp Craft Fair is on Monday 30th August in Rocklands Manor Meadows and the Big
Black Barns Open from 11 am to 5 pm there will be arts and crafts food drink plants music machines and more
Popular potters like Heather Graham and Felicity Hoyle are coming again and new to us this year is Jo Sweeting
who is exhibiting her stone and letter carving along with many other specially chosen craftsmen Wildlife artist
Jonathan Yule is exhibiting for us this year and miniaturist Edith Clarke is another one of our new exhibitors ndash and
what about Christopher Hoyle ndash do you know his work Come and find out
On the veranda we have the
sketching supremo Chris
Riddell the political
cartoonist of the
Observer and illustrator
and co-author of the
Edge Chronicles
drawing pencil portraits
of you or your loved
ones for only pound500 In
the meadows we have
garden sculpture by Si
Uwin and Martin Pigg
plants for sale Pat Ram‟s
War Memorabilia and
displays of Static
Engines and Iron Works
When you need a rest we
have The Rum Brothers
Band playing again for
us while you eat a
ploughman‟s tea and
cakes hot dogs ice
cream and we have the
bar laid on by the
Rocklands White Hart
The gardens woods and
ponds are yours to enjoy
all day All this for just
adults pound3 children pound100
infants free parking free
pay on the gate
Rocklands Manor
Scoulton Road Rockland
St Peter NR17 1UW
01953 483226
For St Peter‟s Church
e-mail salesbobsmobilescouk
If you happen to be in the Queens Hall
on Thursday 23th Friday 24th or
Saturday 25th September then it
probably will be But it might be hard
to hear over the roars of laughter that
are bound to echo around the Queens
Hall in Watton as the Boo and Hiss
Theatre Company present their 2010
show Laughter in the Dark
In a change from the trend of recent
years of performing popular television
shows such as ldquoAllo Allordquo ldquoAre You
Being Servedrdquo etc and most recently
last year‟s acclaimed production of
ldquoDads Armyrdquo Boo and Hiss have
taken on a really challenging
production of Laughter in the Dark by
Victor Lucas
Laughter in the Dark is an immensely
funny play which takes place at
Creeching Cheeney in deepest darkest
somewhere and strange but very funny
happenings are occurring An oddly
assorted group of people (and we don‟t
mean the cast but rather the
characters though both statements
might be true but I digress) Anyway
this oddball bunch are assembled on a
snowy Christmas Eve to hear the
readings of a will laying down certain
stipulations before they can inherit
their legacies
A creepy butler skeletons ghosts and
rattling chains add to the excitement in
the snowbound house and an uninvited
guest in the shape of a large Red
Indian rampages through this hilarious
romp
This is quite a large production
featuring some of the Company‟s best
loved performers and we don‟t think it
is too much of an exaggeration to say
that we have all been surprised how the
characters have matched the players
From the creepy old Butler played by
Keith Gilbert the delightful Bunny
Tucker played by Stacy Wilkinson
Alethea and Herbert Budget played by
Rita Lake and Alan Abel to Alec
ldquolavish lavishrdquo Ogleby played by
Gavin Challis and his PA Lydia
Prentice played by Fleur ldquoNone Betterrdquo
Revell Lake
With some bright young faces and one
or two more scary old ones there can
be no doubt you are in for a treat We
are not going to give any more away
except to say that tickets go on sale on
Wednesday 1st September so we
suggest you don‟t leave it too long
before you get yours because this looks
like being a sell-out production
Is that the rattling of chains I can hear
Why are there not more litter bins
in public spaces and around
schools Do the police treat young
offenders differently to older ones
How often are school busses
checked for safety
These were just some of the questions
put to the panels of senior public
services officials by the Breckland
Youth Select Committee last Thursday
at the EcoTech Centre in Swaffham
The grillings were the culmination
of a day in which over 80 children
from Charles Burrell Old
Buckenham and Northgate High
Schools and Sacred Heart Convent
School learnt the importance of
getting involved in community
issues and how they can influence
things that affect them
They split into four groups to talk about
the environment anti-social behaviour
leisure and transport Working with
Officers from Breckland Council each
group identified what the common
important issues are and designed
questions which they later put to the
panels
Breckland Council Executive Member
for Communities and Benefits Adrian
Stasiak and his Executive Support
Member Lynda Turner took part in the
event and both were impressed by the
experience
Mr Stasiak commented ldquoI know that
the young people involved enjoyed the
day and I hope it may encourage them
to become bdquoVocal Locals‟ within their
communities Maybe they might even
be inspired to put themselves forward
to become a Youth Councillor in the
next Breckland Youth Council
Elections in February 2011rdquo
Lynda was also impressed by the
quality of the exchanges
ldquoSitting on the panel was a big
challenge with some testing questions
across a wide range of issues It was
also a day of honesty and learning for
all involved The questions also
stimulated discussion and debate and
that is what democracy is all aboutrdquo
Local services chiefs put to the test by youngsters
Northgate high school pupils prepare questions for the panel Kate
Mitchell 14 (left) and Rowan Collins 14
Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair on 30th August
I write this months article after
returning from the funeral of our
oldest regular producer Joan
Redgell who died on 30th June at
the age of 90 Many of you have
been warmed by her knitted gloves
and scarves or charmed by the baby
clothes she knitted We extend our
heartfelt sympathy to John and the
rest of her large family Our other
knitters continue to provide the
lovely garments that have proved so
popular with our customers
Next month you will be seeing
posters in many places promoting
British Food fortnight you dont
have to wait so long to buy British
food at Watton Country Market All
our food is produced within a ten
mile radius of Watton and brought
fresh to Market every Wednesday
morning
Our crafters are all local people too
as well as knitted goods we have a
wide range of etched glass turned
wood CE approved wooden toys
jewellery and greetings cards for all
occasions All our producers are
happy to accept special orders
Our cooks all have current hygiene
certificates and their kitchens have
been checked by the Environment
Agency to ensure food safety in all
our products Our eggs too come
from a local farm
Please visit us any Wednesday
morning between 830 and 1130
am in the Watton Christian
Community Centre Come early if
you want the widest possible choice
In the smaller hall at the rear of the
Centre the Methodist ladies serve
coffee and tea so you can shop and
relax without any extra journey
British food every week at Watton Country Market
The latest in our very successful
Wayland Partnership Craft Fairs is
being held on Saturday 27th
November between 10am ndash 2pm at
the Queens Hall Watton
Our aim is to promote the handmade
work of talented individuals and
provide them with a venue where they
can exhibit and sell their work directly
to the public We also want to provide
the public with an opportunity to
purchase quality handmade crafts and
allow them to speak with the people
who make them
We carefully select exhibitors to
ensure that the standards of crafts are
kept high and that there is a varied
range of crafts showcased at each
event If you are looking for something
different and if quality and
affordability are important to you you
will find what you are looking for at a
Wayland Partnership Craft Fair At this
point in time we have our quota of card
and jewellery producers
Bookings for tables are now being
taken please contact Susan
Hollingworth 01953 880205 or email
susanwaylandorguk for further
information
Autumn Craft Fair
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 8 News
Festival dos Santos Populares em Watton
Esta celebraccedilatildeo acontece
por todo o Pais para
festejar os Santos
O primeiro `e o St
Antόnio que `e mais
festejado na cidade de
Lisboa onde se faz um
casamento onde participam varios
noivos ao mesmo tempo a que chama-
mos as Noivas de St Antόnio
O Segundo S Joatildeo que `e mais
festejado na cidade do Porto em que o
ponto alto da festas satildeo os fogos de
artifiacutecio no fim da noite
O terceiro `e S Pedro que em Sintra
(Lisboa) `e a cidade onde `e mais
comemorado embora como todos os
outros satildeo festejado por todo o pais
Tudo isto `e festejado e comemorado
com muita muacutesica as ruas decoradas
com flores e outras decoraccedilotildees feitas de
papel comida especial como natildeo
poderia deixar de ser a Sardinha e o
Chouriccedilo Assado e a especial soupa de
Caldo Verde como foi feito em Watton
Foi um dia fantaacutestico Com a
participaccedilatildeo de diferentes
comunidades InglesaPolacaLituania
e claro Portugueses Foi um grande
conviviu onde todos se deliciaram com
a comida a musica e o Tempo que
esteve tatildeo quente nesse dia
Com a participaccedilatildeo de quase 100
pessoas incluindo crianccedilas foi um dia
inesquecivel que foi festejado por todos
os partecipantes
A organizaccedilatildeo quer agradecer a todas
as pessoas que tornaram este dia
possivel
O Breckland (suporte financeiro)
Wayland House Watton Junior School
Project Rainbow Watton Service
Centre Tina Cruz ndash Watton Family
Support Rute Ferreira Dulce Pires
Antonio P Teresa Francisco Batista
and Otilia C
O numero da rifa `e o 51
Eu espero que para o prόximo ano
tenhamos mais participantes
OBRIGADO a todos
Festiwal Popularnych świętych w Watton
Tej uroczystości
odbywa się w
całym kraju z
okazji Wszystkich
Świętych
Pierwszy i ktoacutere św Antonio
i najbardziej znanych w
Lizbonie gdzie znajduje się
małżeństwo ktoacutera dotyczyła
kilku chłopakoacutew w tym samym
czasie że nazywa się
Oblubienicą St Antonio
II i S Joatildeo że najbardziej
znanych w mieście Porto gdzie
punktem kulminacyjnym
uroczystości są fajerwerki na
koniec nocy
Trzeciego i S Pedro gdy pos roacutewnież
obchodzony w całym kraju co inne
Sintra (Lisboa) i miasto gdzie i
bardziej obchodzi
Wszystko to i wiele sławy
obchodzony z muzyką ulice
udekorowane kwiatami i upiększanie
inne papierowe jedzenie bardzo
szczegoacutelne ponieważ nie może już być
Sardine i Choriceras Tricorne
specjalnych Soup i palona Green Juice
jak miało to miejsce w Watton
To był fantastyczny dzień Z udziałem
roacuteżnych społeczności Angielski
Polski Litwy i oczywiście po
portugalsku To było wielkie żyli gdzie
ludzie byli zadowoleni z jedzenia
muzyki i pogody ktoacutera była tak gorąca
że dzień
Z udziałem blisko 100 osoacuteb w tym
dzieci był pamiętny dzień ktoacutery był
zachwycony wszyscy uczestnicy
rozdziału
Organizacja chce podziękować
wszystkim ktoacuterzy tego dnia możliwe
Breckland (wsparcie finansowe)
Wayland House Watton Junior
SchoolProject Rainbow Watton
Service Centre Tina Cruz - Watton
Family Support Rute Ferreira Dulce
Pires Antonio P Teresa Francisco
Batista Otilia i C Liczba loterii i 51
Mam nadzieję że więcej uczestnikoacutew
w przyszłym roku Dziękuję wszystkim
Popular Saints Festival in Watton The celebration was about the Saints
that we commemorate for all our
country The first Saint Anthony is
most celebrated in Lisbon City were
they hold a big wedding ceremony with
lots of grooms at the same time
The second is Saint John the biggest
festival is celebrated in Porto City with
a spectacular firework display at the
end of the night
The last one Saint Peter is most
commemorated in Sintra (Lisbon) and
is very important as well
All the celebrations include music and
all the roads are decorated with paper
flowers and other displays The special
food is barbecued Sardines and
Chourico with Soup Caldo Verde like
we did here in Watton
It was a fantastic day This event
had the participation of the many
different communities including
English Polish Lithuanian and
Portuguese The mix of people
enjoyed the food the music and the
weather which was very hot day
With nearly 100 people attending
including children it was an
unforgettable day for everybody
The organisers want to thank
everyone who helped make this
event possible including Breckland
Council Wayland House Watton
Junior School Project Rainbow
Watton Service Centre Tina Cruz ndash
Watton Family Support and Rute
Ferreira Dulce Pires Antonio P
Teresa Francisco Batista and Otilia
C The winning raffle ticket was
number 51 We hope many more of
you will attend next year THANK
YOU to everybody
On August 8th Taylor along with
Tom Dave and his dad Richard
will be embarking on a sponsored
bike ride The intrepid quartet will
be negotiating the blue route in
Thetford Forests High Lodge
The route is over 8 miles of a
tough forest track and the team
will complete 7 circuits over 50
miles in total and should take just
under 10 hours to complete
In January Taylor successfully
completed a scholarship weekend
at Gordonstoun School in
Scotland and has since been told
that He has won an all-round
scholarship to study there
Mr Rose Wayland Community
High Schools Head teacher said
ldquoTaylor is a remarkable young
man very determined and
motivated keen to increase his
knowledge and understanding
across all the subjects he studies
Since his early trip to
Gordonstoun last year I have had
no doubt he would gordquo
ldquoHe has developed into a very
mature and intelligent young man
ndash we are very proud of what he
has achieved so far and are sure
he will make his mark in society
in years to come He will be the
10th student to gain a scholarship
to Gordonstoun in the last 3 years
and will be a great ambassador for
Norfolk and Wayland Well done
Taylorrdquo
Taylor has developed a caring
nature growing up helping his
parents with his disabled sister
and is keen to enrol in the local
services and also the international
service that is on offer at
Gordonstoun He is also keen to
join the Royal Navy as an
Engineering Officer
The team will be raising money
for the Gordonstoun Fund and
also for SSAFA ndash Soldiers
Sailors Airmen Families
Association forces help Taylor
would like to give back to the
Gordonstoun fund so that others
can have the chance that he has
been given
For more details or to sponsor a
member of the team go to
wwwmerijetacoukbikeride or
call 07547 ndash 669688
Riding to Raise Funds
ART Stoke Ferry Church The All Saints Painters 2010
exhibition proved to be even more
successful than last year The artists
welcomed around 500 visitors to the
event All commented on the very
high quality and variety of work
displayed and on the beauty of the
venue Many originating from Stoke
Ferry shared memories and were
delighted to find the church in such
good order and in use again
The artists thank all who came to
view or buy The All Saints
Painters are particularly grateful to
their Patron Kit Hesketh- Harvey
for generously allowing them to use
the church building and to all those
who supported their exhibition by
publicising the event
Flushed with this years success
The All Saints Painters aim to
hold a better and bigger exhibition
next year from Saturday 21st May
to Sunday 5th June 2011 The
artists look forward to welcoming
many more visitors to this annual
feature of the Stoke Ferry
calendar Please come along to
enjoy a delightful event in a lovely
venue and to support local Norfolk
artists
Loch Neaton Management Committee 2010 Annual General Meeting The Annual General Meeting of
the Loch Neaton Management
Committee will take place at
1900 on Monday 12th August
2010 at Watton Sports Centre
Dereham Road Watton
All persons are invited from the
area of benefit to which the
Charity refers which is Watton
plus a four mile radius
Should anyone from the area of
benefit wish to be considered for
one of the elected posts then
application forms can be obtained
from Watton Sports Centre and
Adcock‟s High Street Watton
The forms must be returned by
1200 Saturday 7th August 2010
to Paul Cooper 21 Nelson Court
Watton IP25 6EL
Picture Supplied
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A Professional Machine Quilting Service
You do the patchwork I do the quilting
For Quilting Wadding amp Backing Prices
wwwharmonyquiltingcouk
Tel 01953 882484
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 9
Our annual School Fete and Family
Fun Evening in July was an immense
success our most profitable to date
Massive thanks go to the PTA
committee for organising this and
spending many weeks labouring over
the details Also a big thank you to all
members of staff parents pupils and
public who turned up to support the
event and to the many governors who
appeared in force to help set up and
man stalls It is a perennial problem of
ours being such a little school that we
have many wonderful ideas and too
few parents to enact them Finally
thanks are due to all the local
businesses which supported this event
with their generous donations of money
and prizes
The BBQ and noodle stand were
hugely popular as of course was the
bar Children enjoyed the inflatable
slide and bouncy castle bowling for the
pig duck fishing lucky dip and
everyone enjoyed the dancing karate
and guitar demonstrations Of course
there were heaps of other smaller stands
all providing much fun and succour It
was one of the hottest days of the
summer so far and this brought many
folk out to promenade around our local
village hall and a great evening
finished with live music from a local
group
Sports Day the following Wednesday
did not have quite such good weather
but that was a relief to all those
participating in the races as well as the
onlookers All pupils worked very hard
for their team and had great fun The
parents were particularly competitive in
the bdquotossing the pancake‟ race It was
very close between the teams this year
but congratulations are due to the Blue
team The entire school had a grand day
out at the Norfolk Show Staff and
helpers did an amazing job keeping
track of the children amongst so many
people The pupils completed lots of
school trails - the dancing sheep were
particularly popular We also visited the
Ben Burgess stand where the school
students were very fortunate to see an
exhibition of their own agricultural
artwork
The whole school attended the
dress rehearsal of the English
Youth Ballets production of
Sleeping Beauty at the end of
June For almost all children
this was their introduction to
this art form It was a
spectacular production - made
all the more because apart
from the principal dancers the
caste was made up of young
dancers from local dance
schools - including two pupils
from Great Ellingham In an
unusual and ingenious twist to
the traditional tale the fairies
(good and bad) were Princess
Auroras aunts and instead of
the thick forest growing around
the castle the 100 years sleep
was conceived of in terms of
cryogenics the characters
being preserved by being deep-
frozen
Finally the end of the school
year was celebrated in true
Rocklands style with a year six
leavers assembly and an all-
singing all-acting production
of Treasure Island We also bid
a very sad farewell to our head
teacher (and that of our
partnership school -Great
Ellingham) Cath Mills is off to
a well-deserved retirement but
if her travel plans are anything
to go by she will not be idle
Many many thanks Mrs Mills
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Rockland School news
Mr Mark Alcock and Mr Chris
Edwards newsagents with more
than 70 years‟ trading experience
between them are pleased to
announce the reopening of the
convenience store previously
known as Candy Cave under the
new name of Shipdham Stores
(trading as Ideal part of the Ideal
Group) Ideal are a cooperative
buying group for the independent
Newsagent and Convenience store
operator throughout the eastern
counties and ensure Ideal businesses
can compete with the supermarkets
by combining their buying power
The store will carry a wide range of
convenience food and groceries
together with newspapers
magazines and an off licence (from
late August) and will reopen
properly in early August They will
also be offering a full delivery
service for newspapers and
magazines to the Shipdham and
Bradenham area
Presently planned to be open from
6am to 8pm it will be run under the
management of Joss Gage whose
previous experience includes his
appointment as Waitrose‟s youngest
department manager in the UK and
also a year with Chris Edwards
Mr Edwards said ldquoMark and I are
delighted to have Joss managing
Shipdham Stores for us he really
understands what customer service
means and we pride ourselves
delivering the very highest
standardsrdquo
Mr Alcock said ldquoWe plan to put
Shipdham Stores at the very centre
of village life delivering quality
products with a quality service
Every single customer is the focus
of all that we dordquo
Mr Edwards added ldquoWe have long
experience of serving Norfolk
people with good value products
and regard every customer as a
friendrdquo
From Candy Cave to Shipdham Stores
It was some 40 years ago when Paul
purchased his first fish and chip shop
in deepest Suffolk 5 years later Steve
joined forces as a business partner and
together they have had fish and chip
shops in Norfolk (a few shops)
London Middlesex Surrey
Hertfordshire Essex and Suffolk
Finally they came back to Norfolk 22
years ago and spent 12 happy years at
Mattishall Fish Bar then they went to
Loddon and following a 2 year break
from the fat and fish due to health
reasons they then had a 2 year run
with a chippie in Norwich before they
had the opportunity to purchase a fish
and chip shop in Watton and the rest is
history
Paul said ldquoWhen we came to Watton
some 6 years ago we were made very
welcome and we would like to thank
each and every one of our customers
who has sampled our fish and chips
and who have become our friendsrdquo
ldquoWe built up such a busy fish and chip
shop serving what we believed was
the very best in good fish and chipsrdquo
As many readers now know Paul and
Steve have sold the bdquoWatton Plaice‟
because of the on-going cancer
treatment Steve is receiving
ldquoChemotherapy is not a very pleasant
treatment and to continue working a 12
hour day was becoming more and
more difficultrdquo
Paul continued ldquoIt was a very very
difficult decision for us to make to
leave a wonderful business with such
loyal customers but health has to come
before wealth and we know that this
chemo treatment Steve is having will
give him a welcome ray of sunshine
for the futurerdquo
ldquoUnfortunately until the exchange of
contracts and completion of the sale of
The Watton Plaice at the same time on
Monday 28th June we had no idea if it
would happen and could not let you
know because we didnt know
ourselves and we are sorry we couldn‟t
say goodbye to more of our friends
personallyrdquo
ldquoAs far as we are aware the new
owners are not changing our operation
and the fish and chips will be the same
so please give them your wonderful
support as you gave usrdquo
ldquoBoth Steve and I wish a heartfelt
thank you to each and every one of you
who were so very happy with our fish
and chips and became our friendsrdquo
There is one rather sad piece of news to
add Sophie Paul and Steve‟s cocker
spaniel sadly passed away with heart
failure on Tuesday 29th June
Farewell to the ldquoPlaicerdquo
We began our June meeting with a
minute‟s silence in memory of Jackie
Swain whose funeral had been in the
morning The main business
commenced amp
arrangements
were made for
the Safari Supper
on July 3rd
The speaker for
the evening was
Gerry Baxter on
ldquoThe Origins amp
Traditions of the
Pearly Kings amp
Queensrdquo The
first Pearly King
was Henry Croft
who left the
workhouse aged
13 to become a
road sweeper amp
rat catcher amp was
involved in the
Working Class
Movement He
decided to raise
money for the
poor when he
befriended a
group of
costermongers
who helped each
other in times of
trouble Henry
decided to dress
up so that when
he was raising money he would attract
the attention of the crowd The first
garment was a flat cap which he
decorated with pearl buttons which
were the cheapest they could buy Then
jackets trousers amp skirts were made
with special patterns of buttons on
them Soon hospitals churches amp
charities asked him to raise funds for
the needy so Henry asked the
costermongers to help Eventually all
the London Boroughs had a Pearly
King amp Queen To this day the title is
passed down through the family Henry
Croft‟s great ndash granddaughter is the
Pearly Queen of Somer‟s Town
Mr Baxter brought along several
garments including his daughter‟s
christening
gown All the
patterns had a
personal
meaning amp he
sews on
several
thousands of
buttons onto
each item We
were surprised
by the weight
of one of his
jackets
Because pearl
buttons are so
expensive amp
difficult to
find they are
re-cycled from
old outfits We
are hoping to
collect real
pearl buttons
amp send them
to him Mr
Baxter also
brought many
photos of past
amp present
Pearly
Families He
now lives in
Suffolk but still holds the title of
Pearly King of Streatham amp
continues to raise money for charity
Betty Campbell gave the vote of thanks
for a most interesting amp fascinating
evening which was appreciated by the
members
The result of the competition for a pair
of pearl earrings was -
1) Judith Adam 2) Brenda Spencer
Next month it will be an Open
Evening when the speaker is Peter
Cook on ldquoMedieval Norwichrdquo The
competition is the oldest newspaper
Attleborough WI
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 10 Gardening
Gardening in Navasota Texas with Helen Quinn Pictured this month is one of the
loveliest flowering trees in this area is
the Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia
indica) It is now available in a
variety of pinks lavenders and reds
and sizes range from miniature to
compact mid-size to large Some of
them have a wonderfully interesting
bark with hues of cinnamon silvery-
grey or light brown some patterned
and some with a peeling
characteristic The Crape Myrtle
Aphid loves this tree and people often
wonder what the sticky substance is
that sometimes drips from the leaves
ndash simply put it is honeydew that
passes through the aphid‟s body after
it feeds Crape Myrtles are often
planted around car parks in the
dividing beds posing a very sticky
problem to anyone who parks under
one They grow so well here that the
ldquobig townrdquo up the road College
Station has designated itself as the
Crape Myrtle Capital of Texas
Sometimes it grows too well and
becomes a pest with far-reaching
underground suckers producing
unwanted trees
The figs are in This year I have the
best crop in quite some time and I‟m
managing to keep up with the birds
and squirrels The variety I have is
ldquoTexas Everbearingrdquo
and true to its name it
will probably have a
couple more fruit
crops before the
weather starts to get
cold The fruit is small but oh-so-
sweet My Farmers Market customers
are very happy to see Fig Jam at last
Figs are thirsty trees so all the rain
we have had with various tropical
storms and distant hurricanes has
been very much to their liking
Another bonus is that in several
places where the branches have
touched the ground there are quite a
few well rooted self-layered young
fig trees People often ask where they
can buy this variety of fig tree and I
have just the place to find them new
homes in the autumn
Speaking of hurricanes it always
amazes me how a storm making
landfall 400 ndash 500 miles to the west
can produce so much rain here The
Gulf Coast from Galveston down to
the Mexican border has been
inundated several times already this
year and many streets in Houston
have been under water on a regular
basis We are inland here (about 70
miles northwest of Houston) so are
usually spared much of the worst of
these storms The grass needs to be
cut twice a week now thanks to the
unusual amount of rain for the time
of year There is definitely a case to
be made for exploring turf grass
alternatives because by the time the
heavy night dew has dried off it is
too hot to push a lawnmower This is
a good time to stay inside and make
dream changes to the landscape ndash in
my case to find a way to eliminate a
lot of the foliage plants in the shade
to help cut down on the mosquito
population Not only do they make
life unpleasant with their voracious
feeding frenzies but some of them
transmit an often fatal disease called
West Nile Virus
Tomatoes are shutting down They just
don‟t set fruit once the night time
temperatures exceed 70F (21C) The
experts advise against trying to carry
the large fruited varieties through to
autumn but with a little pruning they
will produce again once the
temperatures drop Some years we are
still picking tomatoes at Christmas
Small fruited varieties usually do much
better except they grow so large that it
is not unusual to have 10ft vines
climbing all over everything else I like
the Italian ldquopasterdquo type tomatoes such
as Roma or Viva Italia Aubergines
and Peppers especially the hot
Jalapentildeos and even hotter Habaneros
thrive in the hottest weather as long as
they are watered The strawberries are
about done too but they have produced
dozens of runners with happy little
baby plants rooting all over the place
(even in the lawn) Most of the herbs
are thriving except for a few
Mediterranean types which are
protesting against the high humidity
The countdown to cooler weather
begins ndash only two more months to go
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August - holidays dog days of
summer silly season in the press I‟m
writing this on St Swithin‟s Day and
right now it‟s a monsoon Wellies out
for August if you believe the legend
Nothing much happens in the average
garden in August so they say Many
experts will tell that this is the month
for sitting back and enjoying the
fruits of your spring and early
summer labours and if you grow veg
it‟s harvest time They also bemoan
the fact that most of the flowers are
over Since I am no expert I agree
with most of what they say except
that sitting back never seems to be an
option in my garden They never told
the weeds for a start These tough
plants big and small thrived in the
July heat wave when all else fried
drooped or just plain gave up They
went from seedlings to seeding in two
weeks flat so now their descendants
will be there for years One year‟s
seed is seven years‟ weed according
to legend Probably true
As far as a barren month for flowers
goes this is simply not as true as it
may have been some years ago I
have done a very small trawl as to
what‟s available to flower from now
until at least autumn and the choice is
staggering All it needs is a bit of
forward planning with succession in
mind Failing that look at garden
centres nurseries market stalls and
car boot sales for what‟s in flower
Annuals like calendula nigella and
cornflowers will keep going until
frosted but will have set seed and will
return next year I am told that self-
sown sweet peas are earlier and
stronger than those sown either in
October or spring and carefully
nurtured Back to August One of the
best and showiest plants is the
Agapanthus family Some are fully
hardy and some not so it‟s a good
idea with anything that flowers at this
time of year to check labels Fully
hardy usually means down to -15c
frost hardy down to -5c and half-
hardy down to 0c Alchemilla mollis
(lady‟s mantle) is not supposed to be
hardy but mine reappeared after the
hard winter this year It also seeds
about and the seedlings will appear
next year It‟s either a generous plant
or a nuisance The Japanese
Anemone is supposed to be fully
hardy liking full sun or semi-shade
The heat saw mine off Next time
they‟re going in the shade Ceanothus
is an interesting family of plants The
usual ones flower in spring and are
hardy Most people I know lost the lot
in the winter as well as the hebes
However I have come across a
variety of Ceanothus called
bdquoAutumnal Blue‟ that flowers August
to October There‟s also good old-
fashioned Buddleja that seems to be
bomb-proof and I was surprised to
see a listing of 16 different varieties
There are lots of clematis even the
large-flowered ones in bloom from
August onward It is possible to have
clematis in flower every day of the
year admittedly some of them need
either protection or a mild climate
Another old favourite is Astrantia
Originally the Major only was
available in greenish white They
have become so popular in the last 20
years or so that they are now
available in shades of white through
to deepest red and all are good bdquodoers‟
as far as hardiness and ability to stand
up to most of the weather thrown at
them Then we get to crocosmia
(montbretia when I was a kid) - all
shades of red orange and yellow
dahlias (need a separate article) and
some roses will keep going till
November or even Christmas if the
weather is mild and they have shelter
Apart from shopping there‟s still
work to be done Lawns still need
cutting not too short if it‟s dry but
even then if they go brown grass will
recover nine times out of 10 Feed
containers and even tired border
perennials with a liquid tomato food
each week to encourage them to
bloom into the early autumn Keep
picking flowers to encourage more
Alpines that have developed bare
patches of die-back or have become
weedy can be tidied up by in-filling
the patches with gritty compost This
will encourage new growth as well as
improving their appearance
Collect and store seed of hardy
annuals and perennials for sowing
later in the autumn Good plants to try
include Calendula Nigella Cerinthe
Poppies Aquilegia and hardy
Geranium Apart from the hardy
Geraniums all these will happily do
this for you all by themselves
Buy or order spring-flowering bulbs
Some bulbs can be planted now such
as Colchicum daffodils and Madonna
lilies Most of the spring catalogues
are out now making it feel like
autumn
It‟s necessary to keep a check on
pests - spray if you use chemicals but
do this only according to the
manufacturer‟s instructions but for
the organic pick off caterpillars go
on slug and snail hunts and net
against butterflies I know they‟re
pretty but to see cabbages and
broccoli covered in caterpillars is a
nightmare They seem to hatch
overnight all at once even if you
thought you‟d wiped out the little
clusters of yellow eggs I know it
happened to my purple sprouting last
year Net time
It‟s a good time to make a plan for
next year and start thinking about any
seeds you may want Those
catalogues will be on the mat very
soon along with all those Christmas
ones you don‟t want
In your garden with Lotta Potts
Tomato - Tomayto
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Gardening Mid-Norfolk Times Page 11
A meeting was held at the Old
Buckenham Church Rooms on
Saturday 26 June to set up the Old
Buckenham Allotment Society
Eighteen people attended and it was
agreed that Tim Bornett would chair
this inaugural meeting
It was formally agreed to establish an
Old Buckenham Allotment Society
and discussion took place on its
function and its purpose
The Society is to be open to all
individuals who live in the
parish or immediate
neighbourhood and who
have an interest in
allotments or wish to
obtain a plot in the future
Some basic rules were
adopted after further
discussion and debate As
the proposed constitution
would allow the rules to be
amended if at least half of
all members agreed it was
decided to adopt a bdquowait
and see‟ approach to any
rule changes
The following were
elected as officers Tim
Bornett would be
chairman Keith Hodgson
secretary and Tom North
treasurer
The meeting agreed to
seek affiliation to the
National Allotment and
Leisure Society and the
secretary would write to
the Parish Council
informing them of the
formation of the society
There was general debate
on the provision of
allotments in the Parish
and it was agreed to write
to the Parish Council
asking for their working
party on allotments to
meet more often and
provide feedback
Decisions on who would
run the allotments would
await model rules from the
National Allotment and
Leisure Society and an
agreement with the Parish
Council A person wanting
an allotment does not
necessarily have to belong
to Old Buckenham
Allotment Society Some two acres
of land would be needed to provide
up to 18 plots and there was
discussion on the suitability of
possible sites including the provision
of water and access to the plots
It was agreed that members would
pay pound5 as a joining fee and that the
treasurer would collect this at the
next meeting which would be held
on Monday 12 July Courtesy
httpoldbuckenhamblogspotcom
Flowers gardens good company and
a tasty lunch were enjoyed in
glorious weather by members and
friends at the July meeting held in
Joy Tunmores garden Wearing
buttonholes everyone strolled round
the garden for a plant identification
quiz sweet peas were judged and
plants sold
Competitions - Best Corsage was
worn by Sue Blackett Jane Cannells
sweet peas were placed first and
Shirley Betts had the most points in
the plant identification quiz
Next Meeting will be held on 12th
August 2010 at Old Buckenham
Village Hall 2 pm when The Girls
will be arranging from Whats in the
Box
The competition is for an
arrangement in a box and the table
show is for three stems of hot colour
from the border
Visitors are always very
welcome Further details
from Pat 01953 457305
or Sally 01953 788712
The Attleborough amp District
Horticultural Society annual Rose
amp Sweet Pea Show was held as
usual in the beautiful surroundings
of Peter Beales Rose Gardens and
the glorious summer evening
encouraged a good turnout of
members and guests
The award for the Best Rose
Exhibit and the Peter Beales
Trophy went to Ray Snow who
also won the award for the Best
Rose Bloom The Best Sweet Pea
Exhibit and the Len Revell Trophy
was won by Jan Delaney who also
took the prize for the Best Sweet
Pea Stem Sally Westrup took the
awards for the Best Flower
Arrangement and also Best
Photograph
Prior to the presentation of prizes
by the mayor of Attleborough there
was a tribute to Jackie Swain
whose sudden and untimely death
is a great loss not only to
the Society of which she
was vice-chairman but
also to many other
organisations in the local
area She worked
tirelessly behind the
scenes and was always
happy to help out in any
way she possibly could
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Sowing the seeds of an Allotment Society
Our June meeting was entertained by
Jim Paine our speaker for the
evening I met him as he brought in
the first of a number of crates
containing a variety of plants to
illustrate his talk entitled bdquoRight
Plant Right Placebdquo We had to find a
second large table to accommodate
all the bdquoprops‟ for his talk and these
were so large he almost disappeared
behind them Jim started with a brief
resume of what he and his Rocklands
Walnut Tree Nursery do and the
ideas behind their aims Established
in 1998 with partner Clare Billington
Walnut Tree is a traditional nursery
not a garden centre and they raise all
their own plants including trees from
seed with 1000-1250 different
species available through the year
This perfectly describes his principle
that plants should be centre stage in a
garden not the hard landscaping and
decking that can look so tired after a
relatively short while I don‟t think he
cares much for decking They also
use their own garden to demonstrate
the development of plants over a
period of years and have joined with
other nurseries in a marketing co-
operative which operates throughout
Norfolk and we collected some of
their leaflets As they are not in
competition customers get a well-
organised service to set up their
gardens either from scratch or just to
find a plant to solve a particular
problem We were advised to visit
gardens as well as taking information
from books and the media Take a
notebook and camera as well to see
what works and why and then add
lists to your garden plans
Herbaceous borders are labour-
intensive but there again so is grass
if grown properly and far more
satisfaction can be gained from as
wide a border as possible I don‟t
think he cares much for grass either
A good tip also is to try and avoid
using one plant - this can give a
bdquodotty‟ impression so restricting the
palette and using blocks of plants
repeatedly gives more rhythm
So we get from the set up to the aim
of making each garden work for its
owner in terms of understanding
plant ecology and the micro-climate
involved Each garden may well have
some parts in full sun some in part
shade and some in full shade such as
under trees or shrubs There may also
be different moisture levels and
acidityalkalinity levels Equally an
open windy site can be transformed
over the years into a sheltered one as
plants grow so a garden is constantly
evolving So much for the science
Jim then showed us the selection of
plants he had brought Each of them
demonstrated the principles of how to
get the right one in its preferred
setting to do well He really got the
bit between his teeth on this as it is so
important for the customer to achieve
the desired effect He showed us that
hostas and similar broad leafed plants
need some shade as they lose so
much water through their leaves in
transpiration However modern
varieties have been bred to tolerate
sun provided their roots are in moist
soil At the opposite end of the scale
he showed us that pinks have narrow
grey leaves that are covered in tiny
hairs to trap any moisture going and
these and similar upright plants will
be best suited to dry sunny
conditions Another example of this
is the lychnis (woolly lambs‟ ears)
which also has silvery-grey leaves
that feel as though they are made of
felt These self-seed freely and are
well suited to gravel gardens as well
as herbaceous borders If self-seeders
work for you they‟ll help with the
rhythm effect of creating blocks
down the borders all by themselves
Some plants are more robust than
others Astrantia for instance prefers
some shade but will tolerate full sun
as will hardy geraniums
Many of the spring flowering shrubs
and bulbs tend to be happiest in a
woodland area so they can flower and
set seed before the canopy closes
over Think rhododendrons and
bluebells They then have time to
bulk up ready for next year‟s display
Later flowering plants for shade can
have architectural leaves such as
heucherella epimedium brunnera
These all have beautiful leaves
followed by tall stems with dainty
flowers The saxifrage and dicentra
families prefer moist conditions but
will tolerate dry and hate water
logging in winter
After a question and answer session
we were allowed to buy the plants
Jim had brought and the design
element of avoiding impulse buying
went straight out of the window I
don‟t know how Jim packs so much
information into an hour I am sure
he will be receiving more visitors
as a result One other thing to bear
in mind Walnut Tree is local so
from an environmental point of
view the furthest the plants will
travel is from the nursery to your
garden with advice thrown in Beats
the ones that arrive from the
continent in large lorries to sheds
doesn‟t it
The mini-show was bdquoA Floral
Arrangement in an Unusual
Container‟ and was won by Ralph
Kinsley with three cream
Zantedeschias (calla lilies) in a
banana That‟s sure unusual Ralph
Second was Violet Simmons with a
display of dainty spring flowers
contrasting nicely with a walking
boot
Third went to Geoff Twelftree with a
teapot
There was nothing to choose between
the last two entries so HC went
jointly to Mary Marriott with a giant
teacup and saucer and Jackie
Priestley with a decorative mini
watering can
It was nice to see all the entries
colour-coded with the containers
We finished as usual with Geoff‟s
Tips for July including feed and
spray roses tie in wandering stems of
climbers plant hardy cyclamen and
summer prune wisteria
Bradenham amp District Horticultural Society
Breckland Flower and Garden Club
Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 12 News
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On Thursday 15th July the
whole of Watton Westfield
Infant amp Nursery School
followed a carousel of activities
for a very healthy day
Norwich City Football Club sent
along some trainers from
bdquoFootball in the Community‟
and the children took part in a
penalty shootout competition
The winning children will
receive trophies footballs kit
and everyone will receive a
certificate for participating
The dental nurses brought their
special crocodile puppets so the
children could see how to care
for their teeth They provided lot
of fun
Later everyone had to solve
riddles and follow on exercise
trail around the lovely school
grounds to collect treasures
(pictured below)
In the hall the pupils did jump
rope aerobic activities to keep
their hearts healthy
Also Mr George a well-known
local chef and parent governor
taught the children how to make
fruit kebabs The children tasted
fruit they had never tried before
The whole day culminated with
bdquoA Big Thank you Assembly‟
when everyone sang a rousing
version of the Westfield Healthy
Song
It was an exhausting but
thoroughly enjoyable day The
school would like to thank
everyone who helped to make
the day a great success
Healthy School Day at Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School
Key to Pictures
Top left Kieron Phoenix
reaching new heights in
the skipping exercise
Top right Lewis Pinkney
scoring a terrific penalty _
a future England Player
perhaps
Mid Left Ibbi Ivory
showing how the girls are
just as good as the boys at
penalties
Mid Right Josh Stadius-
Horn cornering like Lewis
Hamilton in the
playground
Left Left - Beau-Kerry
Bonner (touching yellow
bowl) Right - Abbie
Dennis (fruit on stick)
enjoying the fruits of the
labours of local chef Mr
George
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 13
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Children Always Welcome
By Edith Pleasance
The spell of lovely weather we are
enjoying as I write this takes me back
to the hot Summer days of my
childhood One incident I shall never
forget was the time our mother took us
three children for a rare day at the
seaside
We were up and about early to pack
our swimsuits and cheese sandwiches
together with a slice each of Mum‟s
fruit cake to sustain us A bottle of
lemonade with a couple of chipped
cups all packed into a straw bag and
we were ready to go
Our walk to the nearest beach took
around forty minutes then came the
usual argument about which square
yard of the front we would occupy Ma
preferred the top end near the wall
while we kids wanted to be as near the
water‟s edge as possible As usual we
split the difference and settled
somewhere in the centre An old piece
of blanket was spread on the sand
while Tom our eldest fetched a deck
chair for our mum to sit in which
would cost her threepence for the full
day when the deckchair collector came
around Then we children were ready
to enjoy our outing
As the eldest girl I was given the task
of looking after two-year-old Joey (a
right little handful Ma called him) We
had our jamjar with string around the
neck to form a handle and headed for
the rocks which though slippery were
fairly shallow and had many crystal-
clear pools where we gathered to stir
the pebbles and seaweed with many
squeals of delight to reveal the
treasures that the tide had left To the
opposite side of the beach the cliffs
rose high above and sometimes we
would see the older children attempting
to scale them However we were given
strict instructions to keep well away
and stay on the left
After some time our mum beckoned us
in to eat and drink our picnic We were
proudly showing her our bdquocatch‟ of a
couple of minute crabs and an
assortment of tiny anemones we also
had a length of bladderwrack that we
loved to press to make it crack We
suddenly became aware of people
shouting and running towards the
cliffs bdquoSome fool has got himself stuck
halfway up‟ said Ma bdquonot the first and
won‟t be the last I‟ll wager‟
The rest of that day was enjoyed with
us kids running in and out of the rising
tide and practising our doggy paddle
until at around four o‟clock we were
rounded up dried off and ready for the
walk home which somehow always
seemed longer and more tiring than the
outward journey
News of any sort quickly buzzed
around our village by word of mouth
but it wasn‟t until the following
morning that Ma Taylor from next
door brought the local daily
newspaper to show the headline
reading ldquoTwo children drowned after
falling from the cliffs at Petitorrdquo They
were brother and sister to a large
family living on our estate where
everybody knew everyone else
Apparently a toddler had run away
from his older sister when in trying to
catch and hold on to him both
stumbled and fell down the cliff face to
plunge into deep water and drowned
The thought that we were enjoying
ourselves on the beach just yards from
where those two kiddies died clawing
at the rocks fighting for their lives will
stay in my memory for ever
---o0o--- Edith Pleasance copy 030710
A Seaside Memory Customer Services on the road Not a bdquoone stop shop‟ but a bdquoone
stop bus‟ will be pulling into
Breckland villages in the next few
weeks
Breckland Council in partnership
with Poultec training has launched
a new mobile service to bring
access to services out into local
communities The eye-catching bus
is equipped with the very latest
satellite technology so residents
who use it will experience exactly
the same speedy access to services
as callers to the main Council
customer service centres
At the One Stop Bus you can get
advice support and information
about Council services This may
be about Council Tax or Benefits -
or you may want to book a bulk
collection or report a missed refuse
collection Service Connectors will
be available on Thursdays and
Fridays and the last Wednesday of
every month and are committed to
helping the all customers The bus
will be making a number of regular
stops around the district and details
of the times and locations will be
available on the Breckland Council
website
Councillor Adrian Stasiak said
ldquoWe really want to put customer
service in the spotlight and
encourage people to access council
services The bus and the one stop
shops are just some of the ways in
which we are taking our services to
people around the districtrdquo
Services delivered in complete
privacy include
Applications for and enquiries
about Housing and Council Tax
Benefits
Payments for Council services
(including Council Tax) using
debit
Requesting a bulky waste
collection or
Reporting an abandoned vehicle
Telephone and website access will
also be available to specialist
advisers in
The Citizens Advice Bureau
Norfolk County Council
Plus many other partner agencies
Edward Bales Managing Director
of Poultec said ldquoWe are very
pleased to be working in
partnership with Breckland and this
supports the vocational skills work
we are already doing with schools
and in the wider community
ldquoVocational skills are all about
raising aspirations and this will
enable us to help more people
further their skills and give
themselves a brighter futurerdquo
Visit our website for further details
of the one stop bus and details of
locations and times of when and
where you can visit the bus ndash
wwwbrecklandgovuk
one_stop_bus
Friday 6 August 10 - 12Noon
Saham Toney (Community Centre)
2pm ndash 4pm Great Ellingham
(Outside shop and Post Office)
Friday 13 August 10 - 12Noon Old
Buckenham Village Hall 2pm ndash
4pm New Buckenham The George
Pub
Thursday 19 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Swanton Morley Village Hall 2pm
ndash 4pm Bawdeswell Village Hall
Friday 20 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Weeting Village Hall 2pm ndash 4pm
Mundford Village Hall
Wednesday 25 August 10 ndash
12Noon Thetford Abbey Car park
2pm ndash 4pm Hockham Village Hall
Thursday 26 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Shipdham Village Green 2pm ndash
4pm Mattishall Village Hall
Friday 27 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Banham Community Centre 2pm
ndash 4pm East Harling Market
Square
Adrian Stasiak Executive Member
for Communicates and Benefits at
Breckland Council with Edward
Bayles Managing Director of
Poultec and members of the One
Stop Bus team
Mornin ter orl onya or iffen yewre
hed yer dinna thas artanoon ter orl
onya
Spect yor well inta yer nu teartas by
now thar cummin up orlrite spite not
hevin a lot o rearn
Cos Horry he say his bin diggin
hissun fer wicks we dornt set a lotta
stor by his tearls tho
Tha ole Willuj Horl hed a meetin
larst wik n Horry n me thort we‟d
jine in
Blarst tha ole mawtha inna tha chare
gissus a rare ole luk n she say ldquoWot
yew tew duin in hare tha meetin is
privaterdquo ldquoThas orl riterdquo say Horry
ldquoWe sharnt lissen ter wot yewre a
sayinrdquo I rekoned we orta sit tite cos
ware bin hare a lotlonga than har n
tha ole football warnt wuth wotchin
nither
Tha ole kermitee ware a clakin on fer
a fare wile an Horry sorta gin ter
snor but as sune as thar torked about
anutha o tha gret ole grub nites He
wos up onna his feet wolunteerin ter
tearst orl tha offrins jist in cearse tha
doont mit tha rite standuds
Tha ole Chearwumon she giv Horry
wun o tha luks wott‟l bun worta she
say ldquoYew et moost of ennyonus larst
time yew grate ole pig yew rekkun
yew shud be barred fra orl ower
doo‟s yew allus cors a hellup dew
yew siddown a kipya clacka shutrdquo
Well tha sorta put Horry in his
plearce fer a while
Summonem rekkun‟d we orta hev
one o tha bottle banks meark a bit a
munny for tha horl
Cos thet gotta tha ole chearwumon a
garpin at us tew she sed atween us
we cud fill tha thing up inna coupla
daze I dint no wot she ware a gittin
at cos I allus teark my ole bottles
back to tha pub tha lanlord gissus
tuppence fer evra bottle mindyew I
git tha feelin thet he shuv tuppence
onna a pint o mild ony I doont offen
git a rownd in since tha furrinas
mooved inta tha Big Horl up tha
rood yew ony hev to ware a dutty
ole cap n stic a bitta straw in ya gob
n luk sorta dwany n thars a baer onna
tha tearble
Anyways the Horl Kermitee hev
agreed to hev a gret ole grub nite
sune Horry sekunded thet mowshun
n I thurded it but we wus towd to
keep ower nooses owt tha horls
bisness Tha kermitee‟ll hefta arsk
tha cowncil abowt gittin wun o tha
bottle banks cos thet mite wont
plannin permishun
I shull tell yew orl abowt ower posh
grub nite anutha time thas time for
my fourses
Dew yew keep a troshin Sid
The Ovington Crower
Watton Town Council owns and
runs a community bus which is
used by the elderly and disabled at
the discretion of the council
The bus is used on a weekly basis
Monday to Friday to transport
elderly residents from their homes
to the Wayland Luncheon Club
This service is a vital part of some
resident‟s lives enabling them to
enjoy a meal and socialise It is
primarily for those who may have
become isolated for a variety of
reasons
The Council relies on volunteers to
drive the bus and although we now
have regular drivers to cover the
five days we are looking for
volunteers who would be prepared
to cover for holidays and sickness
so you if you can spare a few hours
per week on an occasional basis at
short notice we would be pleased to
hear from you
Contact the Town Clerk ndash Jacqui
Seal on 01953 881007
WANTED Community Bus Drivers
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 14 News
Two bumper cheques for Chairman Charity
Two bumper cheques for pound1136 have
been presented to Diabetes UK and
Cancer Research UK by Cllr John
Rogers previous Chairman of
Breckland Council
The money was raised through a
variety of fundraising events which
Cllr Rogers has held this year
including an auction and raffle held at
the Chairman‟s reception and Clerk to
Watton Town Council Jacqui Seal
held a garden party and raised pound22000
which she kindly donated to the
Chairman‟s charity
The presentation took place at the
Watton Pentecostal Church on Harvey
Street in Watton during the regular
monthly meeting of the Watton and
District Support Group for Diabetes
The group meet once a month on the
second Monday of very month and
have been meeting for four years
Receiving the cheques were Paul Fleet
area volunteer manager who accepted
on behalf of Cancer Research UK Paul
said ldquoCancer Research UK is the
leading independent funder of cancer
research in Europe We are almost
entirely funded by the public with very
little government funding Without the
generosity and dedication of our
supporters we would not be able to
continue to make progress against
cancer The donation from Cllr Rogers
and Breckland Council is very much
appreciated and will go a long way in
funding our continued work in the fight
against cancer
Ron Thompson accepted the cheque on
behalf of Diabetes UK and said the
funds would be used to fund holidays
for children with diabetes
Ron commented ldquoDiabetes UK has
been organising family weekends and
children‟s holidays for many years We
are very pleased to accept the cheque
on behalf of the Eastern Region for
Diabetes UKrdquo
Cllr Rogers said ldquoI am so pleased to be
able to present these cheques to two
hardworking and worthwhile charities
that I have supported over the past year
ldquoCancer Research‟s groundbreaking
work into the prevention diagnosis and
treatment of cancer has helped save
millions of lives This work is funded
entirely by the public which is why
fundraising events are so important
ldquoThere are three million people in
the UK living with diabetes and
20000 children in the UK have
diabetes We have had many
fundraising events this year to help
Diabetes UK continue our work to
improve the lives of people with
diabetes
Cllr Rogers Ron Thompson and members of the Watton and District support group for Diabetes UK
Attleborough High School and Sixth
Form Centre Geography teacher Joel
Rodker has earned the exciting
opportunity to experience cutting-edge
environmental research work on an
expedition to Belarus this summer
Earlier this year Earthwatch the
international environmental charity
invited UK-based secondary level
teachers of geography science and
citizenship to apply to join its
expedition Belarus Wetlands from 2-
11 August 2010
Joel who is also the school‟s Lead
Teacher for the Environment is one of
eight successful applicants who will be
helping Earthwatch scientists to find
effective ways of conserving the
unique wetlands of Belarus hiking to
sampling sites to collect data which
will help the scientists to select
wetlands which are in need of
protection
Wetlands in Belarus make up 14 per
cent of the country Particularly
threatened and little-studied are the
oligotrophic (low nutrient) or bdquoraised‟
bogs which are the focus of the Belarus
Wetlands research project Bogs are
extremely important as they improve
the gas composition of the atmosphere
carry out climate regulation and
regulate water flows on the surface and
within the soil
Experienced facilitators will help Joel
and the other teachers to link the
research and their experiences on the
project to the curriculum On his return
to Attleborough High Joel will use his
new knowledge to inform the learning
of the students at the school The
teachers on the project will work
together to devise educational
resources for use in the classroom and
these resources will be made available
for others to use
Speaking about the trip Joel Rodker
said ldquoThis is a very special opportunity
to visit a fascinating environment meet
like-minded people and learn a huge
amount in a short space of time I want
to inspire our students to do similar
things I intend to share my
experiences with the staff and students
at Attleborough High and also to
demonstrate links between the
protection of important ecosystems in
Belarus and looking after the
environment in our own community
for example the impact on the
environment of the school wildlife
pond we are in the process of creatingrdquo
The 2010 Earthwatch educator
expedition to Belarus is kindly
supported by ICAP and the Garfield
Western Foundation To find out
how you can join an Earthwatch
expedition in 2010 call +44 (0)1865
318831 or visit
wwwearthwatchorgeurope
Local teacher to become a hero for the planet on an Earthwatch expedition
President beryl Brannan presided
over the first meeting of the new
Inner Wheel year She welcomed
Ann Akister‟s visitor Jenny
Bickerton from Canterbury and
everybody else Special mention for
Angela Rowlings our newest
member whom Beryl inducted to our
group Angela is a Honorary
Member
Our meeting held at the home of
Karen Barwood was an exotic
demonstration of Belly Dancing
Allison Dickson Sheila Harwood
and Karen Barwood all performed for
us in full flowing costume The
movements to music were elegant
and peaceful and full of emotion
which is more than can be said when
we were asked to join in General
wobbling of body parts was about all
we could muster but it entertained
those who elected to watch Karen
Sheila and Allison were thanked by
Beryl for an unusual but appreciated
evening
The Strawberry Tea raised pound64460
and 88 people attended the money
will go to UNICEF
The visit to Kew Gardens was very
enjoyable and the boat trip was
blessed with a wonderful breeze
giving a good finish to the day many
thanks to Brenda Davis for
organising everything in her usual
efficient manner
We are having a stall at the Wayland
Show and will be pleased to see you
all there
Future events include a lunchtime
concert with the Breckland Breeze
Wind Quartet on Septmber 15th and
on the 1st October a Barn Dance at
the Queens Hall
The Raffle with three prizes was won
by Ann Akister Peggy Barley and
Beryl Brannan We had a very
enjoyable evening amidst friends
The Inner Wheel Club of Watton
Letter to the Editor Thank you for printing an article in
your June issue on St Marys Church
Houghton on the Hill I am writing
to ask if any of your readers would
enjoy helping in the garden or
welcoming visitors to the church I
love this church and the peace that
surrounds it when I lived in
Swaffham I used to go regularly and
help in the garden that surrounds the
church unfortunately I now live in
Cromer so I can only go once a
month or so Last week when I
visited I was told that they were short
of volunteers so if you can spare and
hour or two a weekmonthevery now
and then please phone Bob Davey on
01760 440470 Dee Roye
This is the first in a series of little
anecdotes written by a good old
Norfolk boy (but not written in
Norfolk for the sake of all them old
infiltrators)
Do you remember the vets off
Watton High Street - up Worms
Yard I used to own a big old dog -
I was often seen walking him
around Watton That was before the
days of poo bags and red litter
bins Anyway I woke up one
morning and read the obituaries in
the EDP to make sure it was OK to
get out of bed and went down to
take the dog for an early morning
walk He gave me a bit of a shock
because he had gone all cross eyed
I thought I had better take him to
the vets and walked him down to
the surgery Fortunately the vet
could see him right away so I took
him in and the vet picked him up
looked into his eyes and had a good
look round him
Im going to have to put him
down he said
Well I said tears welling up
Thats a bit of a shock I will be
very sorry to see him go especially
because hes only gone cross-eyed
No you daft br the vet said
Hes heavy
Wilfson remembers
Lee Higgs of Edwards
Newsagents Watton
ldquoYour Ideal Shoprdquo makes a
presentation to Lucy
Vallerine who has recently
been judged to be the most
reliable and accurate News
Delivery person out of
more than sixty juvenile
staff employed by Edwards
Newsagents
Edwards presently deliver
newspapers and magazines
to over two thousand homes
across the Wayland area
and speaking of Lucy‟s
contribution to the excellent
service offered by Edwards
Lee Higgs said ldquoLucy has
been employed for 8
months and has never
missed a day or been late I
have great pleasure in
making this presentation
recognising her hard workrdquo
Well done Lucy
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 15
By David and Carolyn Jessup
It‟s always good to have a driving
licence as it gives the local people
an extra string to their bow when
seeking a job It seems like with
many things in South Africa that
there is a certain amount of
corruption involved with driving
tests Ivy decided that she wanted
to take a test and had already been
told by Cute the girlfriend of her
boss that the Examiners were open
to monetary persuasion She
decided that rather than chance
failing she would try this route -
failing would of course bring the
additional expense of at least one
further test
Ivy contacted the Examiner
who agreed that he would
accept R2000 to pass
already less than Cute had
paid So I took her to
Thulamarshe for her driving
test although she wanted an
extended lesson prior to the
test She had already had a
few lessons in what could
only be described as a
possibly unroadworthy
bakkie on some rough unsurfaced
land staked out with sticks to
reverse between The bakkie was
missing one wing mirror and had
no inside mirror so reversing was
a problem On the way to the test
centre I quickly showed her how to
do a three point turn and then we
went to find an Instructor
We followed a vehicle for about 2
km to another rough piece of land
where there were a number of
other people receiving tuition in
large trucks Apparently trucks are
easier to drive than cars Ivy had a
lengthy discussion with an
Instructor and came away saying
he was too expensive We went
back to the test centre and she had
a small lesson with another
Instructor went for her test and
ldquopassedrdquo after handing over the
bribe Since coming back home I
have learnt that this practise is also
rife in Eastern Europe so maybe
we are surrounded by drivers who
have never passed an official test
Before Cute took her test she was
driving around with a friend when
she was stopped by the Police
With no official licence at that
time she was concerned that she
may be asked to produce
documents Luckily they did not
ask for these items but merely
requested the mobile telephone
numbers of the two ladies
probably to call them for a date
Fortunately the ladies were both
alert and gave incorrect numbers
There are often breakdown
vehicles near the main traffic lights
(robots) in Hazyview and an
inquisitive Ivy asked them why
they were waiting there
Apparently they often put oil on
the road at night especially when
the roads are wet to try to cause
accidents They were not ashamed
or shy to admit this and were not at
all concerned if people are injured
or killed as long as they get
business from the accidents
I was stopped no less than 5 times
by the local Police Sometimes just
checking vehicles and the
registration and other times for
trivialities like not coming to a halt
at a 4-way stop sign Once I was
stopped for speeding 79 kph in a
60 limit that I hadn‟t noticed After
protracted discussion and a view of
the video I was informed the fine
would be R750 although they
would accept R300 If I wanted a
receipt this would mean going to a
distant Police Station with the
possibility of a long wait I decided
to hand over R300 and get on our
way This later caused me some
resentment as the money obviously
went into the pocket of the Officer
Unfortunately and stupidly I did
not take a name and although I
reported the matter I never heard
any more If there is a next time I
shall know exactly what to do
Ever since we have been going to
Africa I have always tried to avoid
running over and killing any live
creature Sometimes it cannot be
avoided and I had at least two
instances this time which I have
regretted ever since I was driving
quite fast along the main road
heading for our house when a
Vervet Monkey ran from the road
side and into the path of the car I
could not avoid hitting it and the
loud thud made me feel quite sick
Looking in my mirror I could see
the Monkey lying dead in the road
- 10 minutes later I drove back to
town and the body had
disappeared At first I thought it
may have been moved by its
grieving family but it was probably
picked up by one of the large
raptors which regularly hover
above the road
Even more sickening was the time
I was driving in the grounds of a
local Hotel and I saw from the
car what I thought were
thousands of large flies floating
just above the ground There
were literally millions and I
avoided opening the car door to
investigate in case they all came
in I drove for about 300 metres
on this track before I got out for
an appointment and to my
absolute horror I then realised
they were baby frogs There had
been heavy rain the previous night
and they had all come up from the
nearby river It was an awesome
sight to see so many frogs together
but I was so angry that I had not
identified what they were until it
was too late
Relationship difficulties Bereavement Stress
BullyingAbuse Addictions Depression
SANCTUARY COUNSELLING SERVICE WATTON
Itrsquos good to talk Counselling can help if yoursquore struggling to cope with
Sanctuary offers a confidential low-cost counselling service with professionally trained counsellors who work on a short-term or long-term basis Call us on 01953 880922 to arrange an appointment Appointments are available 6 ndash 9pm Tuesdays and 930am ndash 1pm Wednesdays Sanctuary Counselling Service is part of River Ministries (Norfolk) registered charity number 1054419
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James Ball SHOWROOM 49 High Street Watton
01953
883288
Very Competitive Prices Most Makes of carpets
amp Vinyl Supplied and Fitted
South Africa again with a Touch of Mozambique and Swaziland
Watton in Bloom
On Sunday 4th July on a glorious summer
morning Watton Town Mayor Mr Roy Ivory
selected the best garden for summer blooms
on behalf of the Watton Society Despite the
cold frosty Spring and two weeks of drought
in late June Mr DR and Mrs AL Ankerman
were again awarded the silver platter to hold
for a year Of course most residents are not
aware that the Mayor is about the town
judging the gardens as this as a competition
that is not formally entered The Watton
Society are happy to make this award for the
fourteenth year with the help of the Mayor the
society‟s Honorary President Ten certificates
are awarded to those gardeners reaching a
highly commended standard in recognition of
their achievements Bryan H Wykes Vice
Chairman Watton Society
Fabulous mixed media Summer Art Exhibition 15 Talented local amp regional artists will be
displaying their work in mediums to include
watercolour gouache graphite wood
textile between Saturday 7th and Saturday
21st August in the Dragonfly Gallery at
Wayland House High St Watton Opening
Times are 10am ndash 4pm weekdays 10am ndash
1pm Saturdays There will be a Preview
Evening on Friday 6th August between 7pm
and 830pm All works on display can be
purchased - the preview evening is very
popular and recommended if you are
looking to buy and there will be a free glass
of wine and nibbles Please contact Susan
Hollingworth 01953 880205 for further
information
This month we did something completely
different for our WI meeting We spent
our time walking around Watton
following clues on a bdquoMurder Mystery
Trail‟ This was of course a fictional
murder but we had tremendous fun
solving the clues and finding out some
interesting facts about the history of
Watton on the way I don‟t think it would
be fair of me to tell you who did do it as
some of you may have intentions of
following the trail yourselves We
finished up at our meeting hall where we
enjoyed refreshments
Janet Oxborough from Ashill WI then
reported on the NFWI National AGM she
had attended in Cardiff in June As
expected the resolution urging the
Government on the mandatory labelling
of meat fish and poultry with true
country of origin was carried with a very
large majority Pat thanked Janet for a
very comprehensive account of the
meeting Birthday posies were presented
to Sandra and Jan and the raffle was won
by Joyce Jan and guest Janet Oxborough
Barbara will be hosting a Macmillan
Coffee Morning on Friday 10th
September ndash a little earlier than the
official date We also received details of
the Norfolk amp Norwich Operatic
Society‟s production at the Theatre Royal
in January ndash this is to be bdquoFiddler on the
Roof‟
Next month will be a social evening in
Watton Christian Community Centre
starting at 730 pm For information about
the WI as always the number to ring is Pat
on 882275 or Barbara on 882595
Who done it
Prayer of the Heart Activities at Watton Methodist Church Comprising Christian Meditation and Bi Monthly Worship For those seeking reflective
prayer mid-week worship with a more reflective and contemporary feel and those who
enjoy exploring their faith by reading spiritual books old and new
This month Christian Meditation in the vestry 2nd and 16th August for further details
ring Joyce 01953 88667
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 16 News
She did it She did it What a brave woman Frances
Packham is jumping out of a plane and being parachuted
safely down to earth by an experienced member of the
parachute team How proud of her I was watching her
come into sight out of the clouds and landing safely on the
ground and still managing to smile to her friends and
family anxiously watching her landing Perhaps it was a
grimace but we were all cheering and toasting her safe
return in champagne supplied by her partner Charles
Frances did this brave deed to do something special for
her 60th Birthday and at the same time to raise funds for
the local Charity Big C in memory of her friend Jim
Scrymgeour I am pleased to say that he knew she was
doing it for big C but when he died before the event he
would have been so touched by her thoughts for him
Sponsorship money is still coming in but to date Frances
has raised around pound1000 There is still time to donate to
Big C and donations can be left at the Wayland
Partnership Office
When Jim Scrymgeour died after losing his battle with
cancer with myself and our two sons Alan and Barrie at
his bedside we were grateful for all the prayers said for
him during his illness which I am sure kept him free from
pain right to the end As a family we were completely
overwhelmed by the cards (over 200) letters and flowers
sent to us with the messages that he was regarded as a
friendly funny person and always the gentleman At his
funeral there wasnt a seat to be had in the church He
would have been as overwhelmed as we were and I thank
everyone who took the time to come and pay their
respects The total sent by the undertakers to Big C was
pound81225
I have lots of thanks to make to the Doctors and nurses at
the Colney Centre to Dr Muller and Dr Kim the trainee
who were wonderful to Rosie from McMillan nurses to
the district nurses at Watton who were so supportive to
both of us who made him very comfortable and never
complained about his attitude to taking medication I have
to thank all our friends who were there for us and for me
since Jim has gone To the love and support I have felt
from my lovely customers at Top to Toe and a
very special thank you to my staff Alan
Gosia Kay and Rosemary who held
everything together running the shop in my
absence
To my brother and my brother in law for their
love lastly to God for giving me two
wonderful sons Alan and Barrie who with
their partners have been there for me as I
mourn the loss of my husband of 42 Years
He lived for those he loved And those he
loved remembered Marilyn Scrymgeour
HJC Ltd Motor Engineers
Servicing amp MOT preparation to all makes of
modern cars amp light commercials
Tyres Exhausts amp Batteries supplied and fitted
Courtesy cars available
Ask for Steve at 5 Linmore Court Threxton Rd
Industrial Estate Watton
Tel 01953 889924
Howlett - Rook
The wedding took place at Dereham Registry Office on the 11 th June of Mr
Wayne Howlett son of Barbara and Bryan Howlett of Holden Close
Oulton Broad and Miss Emma Rook daughter of Cathy and Colin Rook of
Hunters Oak Watton
The Bride was given away by her father and wore a Baby Pink dress She was
attended by Josie Mel Becky Summer and sisters Hollie and Debbie were
present The Best Man was Mr Reece Howlett and Kev and Rob were Ushers
The couple honeymooned for short break in London which will be followed
by a family holiday to Disney World in Florida at Christmas
What a star she is
Low Maintenance Gardens
Designed amp Built
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Patios ~ Paths ~ Fencing ~ Shingle Drives Seeding ~ Turfing Etc
Photos and References always available For a Quality Job amp Free Quote
Phone Tim Luxton on 01603 880184 wwwtimluxtonlandscapingcouk
The Wayland Show The Annual Wayland Show will be held on
Sunday 1st August just outside Watton on the
Brandon Road Last year‟s show was
acclaimed in the press and by many as the
best ever with fantastic weather record
attendance and more exhibitors competitors
and attractions than before It raised a total of
pound7150 for local charities
Among other things featuring in the Grand
Ring this year will be Jive Pony This unique
show has the lot with vaulting dancing
acting costume changes and amazing riding
skills Other very popular attractions are the
Bob Hogg Sheepdog Display West Norfolk
Foxhounds Trinity Foot Beagles and not
forgetting Cyril the Squirrel Racing Terriers
and Mid Norfolk Gundogs
New for 2010 is the Lifestyle Marquee and
planned attractions are a fashion show
cookery demos floral displays hair and
beauty exhibitions and a stunning dance
performance with the chance to relax and take
it all in while enjoying afternoon tea
Our livestock classes are well attended and of
a very high standard and with in-hand and
ridden classes the show is a chance to see
some of our best local Show Horses This year
we also welcome retrained Racehorses and
Working Hunters for the first time We are
also running clear round show jumping
The Wayland Agricultural Society Young
Achiever of the Year 2010 award recognises
outstanding dedication and contribution to
agriculture horticulture wildlife or any other
rural related sector or industry Entrants must
be under 21 years of age and the winner will
be announced prior to the Show and presented
with their award on the day The award is
sponsored by Weco Engineering of Watton
Radio Norfolk and Wayland Radio will be
broadcasting from the showground during the
day The organising Committee also recently
presented a cheque for pound1094100 to The
Nelsons Journey Charity from funds raised at
their annual Dinner Dance Nelsons Journey is
a Norwich based charity which supports
bereaved children and young people under the
age of 18yrs living in Norfolk
As mentioned in last month‟s edition
of the Mid-Norfolk Times Wayland
House in Watton High Street home of
the Wayland Partnership offers a wide
range of services and support to the
Wayland community as a whole We
are constantly striving to increase the
range of services but recognise that it
is vital that the community is made
aware of these services
Firstly we have an ldquoopen doorrdquo policy
and anyone is welcome to drop by to
find out what we offer This can range
from bus pass applications
appointments with the Registrar the
Wayland Community Bank to
exhibitions and events throughout the
year We also submit articles to the
Times and regularly have a slot on
Wayland Radio
However as the local population
grows we want to ensure that
newcomers are included and made
aware of the information and support
they can get from Wayland House For
those with access to the internet you
might be interested in knowing that the
Partnership now has three websites
covering all the areas and activities we
are involved inThe current Partnership
site is wwwwaylandorguk but this is
currently being updated and the new
site will be launched soon Try
wwwthewaylanddragonflygalleryco
uk where you will find current and
forthcoming exhibitions examples of
local artists work for sale within the
Gallery shop
Finally for the business community
we have waylandbusinesscentrecouk
which contains a wealth of valuable
information and links to additional
information We also issue regular
Email Information Bulletins to some
400 local businesses and if you don‟t
already receive them let us know and
we will add you to the database (see
contact details below) Also have a
look at
waylandbusinesscentreblogspotcom
which provides your business with a
chance to share your expertise and
knowledge with a larger audience It
gives you a valuable opportunity to
network and is particularly useful for
sole traders and those who work from
home
You can see us at the Wayland Show
on 1st August where we will be
sharing a stand with the Wayland
Community Bank If you are there
please drop by and see us
We will be submitting regular news
and information to the Times as it
gives us good coverage and is
delivered widely in the area However
for more information on the services
and facilities available from Wayland
House and the Wayland Business
Centre call in to our reception phone
us on 01953 880204 or mail to
iainwaylandorguk
News from the Wayland Partnership
Picture Breckland Photographic
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 17
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Free Quotations amp
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Appointments available at
BROOM HALL Country Hotel
Saham Toney Your Local Three Star Hotel
Telephone 01953 882125 wwwbroomhallhotelcouk
Holme Hale Pavilion
Summer Fete Saturday 7th August
10am -- 430pm Cake Stall Refreshments Beer
Tent Lots of Childrens games and also for Adults Grand Draw BBQ
(local butcher) Rescue Greyhounds
Institute Advanced Motorists Bouncy Castle also ladies have
your nails amp toenails painted and much much more
All welcome come enjoy
It‟s that time of year again at the
time of writing we are in the middle
of Quilts Three our third annual
exhibition courtesy of the Wayland
Partnership in the Dragonfly Gallery
at Wayland House It gives an
opportunity for others to see exactly
what we do hack tack and stuff With
a name like that we are obviously not
bdquojust another sewing group‟ This
year we were worried about having
enough work to exhibit and then had
far more than we could show The
exhibition opened at 10 o‟clock on
Saturday the 10th July continuing
until the 17th Half way through the
week over one hundred and fifty
visitors had been counted Work on
show included not only quilts of all
sizes but also fabric boxes cushions
bags toys and other examples of the
members‟ crafts made for personal
use and as gifts There were examples
of the Heart cushions given to people
who have had surgery for breast
cancer and quilts for ill
and traumatised
children and teenagers
distributed through the
Norfolk branch of
ProjectLinus There was
a raffle donations box
and articles for sale
Proceeds will go
towards materials for
items for these charities
There will be more
details in the next
edition
Meanwhile meetings
and demonstrations
continued normally including an
excellent example of the latter
featuring a variety of borders by
two clever ladies This was so well
organised that members were
provided with pieces of pre-cut
fabrics so there was no excuse for
not bdquohaving a go‟ We are all fired
with enthusiasm and likely to put
borders on everything I suggest
partners check their shirts and
trousers
The group does not meet in August
but will be back on Tuesday the
14th September at 7 pm in the
Watton Christian Community
Centre for the beginning of another
session meanwhile members and
non-members can check our Blog
at httphtsqgroupblogspotcom
to see what is happening over the
next few months This features a
calendar which has details up until
the end of the year It is also
updated very regularly If you are
not online phone Sue Hart on
01362 822536
Hackers Tackers and Stuffers
Last year Alan Smiths Birthday
present from his daughter and son in
law (Kerry and Chris Varley) was a
book written about some mature men
walking the coast2coast It was so
inspiring and amusing to read that
soon several other people including
his wife (Gill) and 2 close friends
(Tim and Carol Suthers) had also
been inspired and enjoyed the read
All 6 of us enjoy our walks and
encouraged by the two youngest
(Chris amp Kerry) who have done this
before they decided to take up the
challenge From St Bees on the west
coast to Robin‟s Hood Bay on the
east coast some 192 miles in 13 days
will be covered in August this year as
their annual holiday Whilst doing
this they have been encouraged by a
few people to make it an event to
raise money for charity
They thought it would be nice to
support a local charity in East Anglia
and have chosen the East Anglian Air
Ambulance Registered Charity
1083876 They are a 365 day-a-year life-
saving service across Bedfordshire
Cambridgeshire Peterborough Norfolk
and Suffolk The charity is independent
of government and National Lottery
funding and is entirely dependent on
fund-raising and contributions To keep
its two air ambulances flying and to
provide the advanced medical
equipment they carry over pound3 million
per year has to be raised The group
thought it would be good to offer their
support to the EAAA in making this
walk not just their holiday and
challenge but also an event to raise
some cash to help them in their work
Gill also contacted the organisation to
see if they could visit and see first-hand
one of the helicopters and the staff of
EAAA who offer such a valuable and
life-saving service
On average the EAAA are called to
four incidents every day life
threatening situations such as road
traffic accidents incidents involving
people in inaccessible places and
cardiac arrests Because of the
advanced skills drugs and equipment
found on board and being able to
access places impossible for a land
ambulance the EAAA can make the
difference
Will you help us to help them in their
work To make a donation and offer
your support you can visit httpwwwjustgivingcomcoast2coastthevarleyssuthersandsmiths
Birthday Day Present Inspires 3 Couples to take up a Challenge
From left to right Chris Varley Alan Smith Gill Smith
Kerry Varley Carol Suthers and Tim Suthers
At Wayland Scout Group we
started the month with a Family
Day the Cubs and Scouts cooked
lunch for over 50 people to
celebrate our first AGM Parents
siblings Leaders and the District
Commissioner John Sweeney
were treated to dips and cruditeacutes
Southern Fried Chicken rice and
beans and salads followed by
apple pie and custard
All the young people did a fantastic
job creating a delicious meal made
even better by the wonderful weather
Following a cricket match we were
joined by Rev Geoff Garrett from St
May‟s Church who dedicated our
new flags for us
The afternoon was finished in fine
style with a wonderful array of
homemade cakes and a cup of tea
The Leaders would like to pass on
their thanks to everyone for their
wonderful support and help
The Cubs recently enjoyed a craft
night creating robots form junk
including turning one Cub into an
android by creating an amazing
costume for him
This term the Scouts have been
working towards their Global
Challenge including looking at
different traditions around the
world As it is nearly the end of
term they had plenty of fun
making a traditional Fez with
maybe a nod to Doctor Who who
has recently made the hats cool
The Scout Troop has also been
challenged by the local Rotarians to
have a camp using only a Shelter Box
tent and the emergency equipment
provided in the box Of course they
have accepted the challenge and will
be holding this
camp in mid-
August Our aim
is to be
sponsored so we
can raise enough
money be able
to buy a Shelter
Box for the
charity If you
would like to
sponsor us
please contact
Theresa Cutts on 01953 884243
or email
waylandscoutsgooglemailcom for
more information
At a recent event hosted by the
County Commissioner Richard
Butler the Leaders were also
presented with certificates to
congratulate them on opening a
successful Cub Pack Scout Troop
and building a Leadership team
We are also looking forward to a
4 day activity camp in August
with the rest of South West
Norfolk District If you are
interested in finding out more
about Scouting in Watton please
email us on the address above
AGM Androids and Fezs
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 18 News
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Fresh Seasonal Vegetables Home Produced Pork
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Visit our Social Club - Bar open every Wednesday and Friday from
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01953 882 498
The bdquoAttleborough Players‟ amateur
dramatic society has been entertaining
people in the locality for more than 35
years with shows pantomimes plays
concerts and we are currently
rehearsing a musical play to feature a
group of our very talented younger
members to be staged in October
Since present day legislation has strict
demands for separate changing
facilities for adults and youngsters we
now have an additional burden on our
already strained finances
The society is a registered charity and
finances have been maintained at a
respectable level by staging shows
and our popular bdquoFish bdquon‟ Quiz‟
evenings on a regular basis hopefully
we will be presenting another quiz in
November Ticket prices have been
kept at a very competitive pound5 for most
of our shows takings which go
mostly towards running costs the rest
into a dwindling bank account In
these days of drastic belt tightening
we prefer to keep the cost of tickets
low to benefit our audiences This
means of course that our pool of
monetary assets has developed a
steady leak
We are looking for any business or
individual willing to sponsor us
Sponsorship would guarantee
programme and poster advertising to a
negotiable degree while private
individuals would benefit by free
tickets to any of our events of their
choice
Any business or private individual
willing to help us in this way please
contact our treasurer Anne
Greenwood ndash Tel 01953 455022
With our ever increasing membership
particularly of teenagers we think the
bdquoAttleborough Players‟ is a
worthwhile concern to keep running
on an even keel We hope you do too
The Players need your help
Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles By popular request the PHIL
BROOKPETE OXBOROUGH
JAZZ QUARTET are returning to
St Margarets church Breckles on
FRIDAY 17th SEPTEMBER at 730
pm The Quartet also features Ivars
Galenieks bass and Bob Dore
drums Tickets are pound1250 to
include refreshments and can be
obtained from Margaret Morfoot
Telehone 01953 498286 There will
be a beer and wine bar from 7 pm
This is a very popular evening All
proceeds for the upkeep of St
Margarets Church Breckles
Breckles is on the B1111 4 miles
north of the A11B1111 junction
Watton Ballroom Dancing Association
Queenrsquos Hall Watton 8pm till 11pm
Admission pound350
Saturday August 7th Mike 01953 882799
Wayland High School Students‟ British Science Association CREST Award
Twelve Year 9 students at
Wayland High School have
received the British Science
Association‟s CREST award for
designing and producing industry
standard batik artwork bags It is
the first time that the school has
entered the CREST awards
facilitated by The Exchange
(Norfolk Education Business
Partnership) who provided a small
bursary to support the batik
project Photograph of the students
with Batik bags and certificates
attached
Jan Cockburn from The Exchange
who visited the school to present
the awards at a Year 9 assembly
said Congratulations to the
students who carried out the batik
project You have shown great
enthusiasm for the subject and
fully deserve the national
recognition provided by a British
Science Association CREST
award
Val Wenham teacher and batik
artist who led the project said
The students learned the full batik
process including use of wax and
dyes initially experimenting on
paper before developing their
designs for the bags They created
designs that could be reproduced
on an industrial basis and studied
the technological and commercial
side of working in batik
Sadly one of the awards was
presented posthumously Alastair
Codling who also took part in the
batik project received his twin
sister Claire‟s award Claire
passed away earlier this year
For more information about the
work of The Exchange see
wwwnorfolk-exchangeorguk or
tel 01953 601439
For more information about British
Science Association CREST
Awards see
wwwbritishscienceassociationorg
webccafCREST
Pictured left to right are - Back Ellis Stone Harrison Cutts Sophie Shaw Ben Rees Martha Watts Stephanie
Parker Lauren Symons Megan Kennedy Front Alistair Codling Cameron Goldie Sam Beckwith
Our meeting in July had a
slightly different format to the
usual system We held a coffee
and chat event and we accepted a
cheque on behalf of Diabetes
UK for pound1136 presented by the
former chairman of Breckland
District Council
John Rogers The chairman of
our group Ron Thompson
accepted the cheque and said that
the money would be used by
Diabetes UK to help to fund
holidays for children with
Diabetes Councillor John
Rogers was warmly thanked
(Please see separate article for
picture page 14)
At our next meeting on August
9th two of our members will be
talking about the work they do
with the Retired Greyhound
Trust They are going to be
bringing a couple of their four
legged friends too John and Rod
will be suitably tethered to stop
them straying around the tables
and getting in the dogs way
The meeting starts at 1015am at
the Pentecostal Church Watton
(whom we thank for the use of
their facilities) all welcome For
further details about the group or
any of the meetings please
phone Helen 01953 884713 and
leave a message and I will get
back to you as soon as I can
We are have a special meeting on
the 13th September when we are
very fortunate to have as our
speaker Richard Lane OBE
President of Diabetes UK Some of
our members met Richard for the
first time last year and were very
taken by him and his frankness and
honesty about his Diabetes and
what has happened to him He is a
very interesting man and we are
very lucky he is available to come
and speak to us
We will be providing a light buffet
lunch for this meeting at a cost of pound5
per head and we would be pleased to
invite you to join us Because we
need to know numbers for the
catering arrangements please could
you phone David 01362 696781
before August 9th if you would like
to attend this special meeting
Watton amp District Group - Diabetes UK
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News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 19
Poet‟s Place Poet‟s Place is open once more to all readers to
submit their own work for publication All
contributions are welcome and will be printed
unedited for reader‟s enjoyment
A GOOD DEAL
When I‟m watching the birds in our garden
Little lambs that gambol in fields
I thank God I have such perception
This is what I would call a good deal
A small child with a smile that is wistful and shy
And a look to melt hearts made of steel
With a grasp of tiny soft fingers
Makes me realise what a good deal
Our cat usually independent and strong
Purrs around at my feet rubs my heel
I know it‟s because he wants feeding
He knows he is on a good deal
When dining out at a pub or cafeacute
I go where they serve a fine meal
With the atmosphere right and excellent food
Best of all I will get a good deal
Shopping in town for my clothing
Can be such a blinking ordeal
I go and intend not to overspend
And resolve I will get a good deal
Deciding on presents for Christmas
Then doing my best to conceal
The parcels I‟ve bought for each person
It‟s fine to receive a good deal
The flowers that grow in my garden
I planted in Spring with such zeal
Are now blooming so bright with such colours
I can see I have got a good deal
When I meet with my friends for a bridge game
My excitement I try to conceal
When the cards that I hold help me win lots of points
It‟s because I‟ve been dealt a good deal
Edith Pleasance copy 290906
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And get your copy of the Mid-Norfolk Times at these businesses
Great Ellingham Village Stores amp PO
Long St Gt Ellingham 01953 452 155
Post Office Fresh Bread amp Milk Daily
Rocklands Post Office amp Stores
The Street Rocklands 01953 483 217
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Quick Stop Church Street Attleborough
01953 458 036 Italian Wines 2 for pound5 Wide range
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Old Buckenham Stores The Green Old Buckenham
01953 860210 If you purchase goods from the shop costing over pound50 (excluding the post office cigarettes lottery and Paypoint) in one transaction then you will be entitled to claim a bottle of Italian wine (worth pound5)
Lovells Post Office amp Stores
Market Place New Buckenham
01953 860 351
Village Stores Market Street East Harling
01953 718115 A wide range of products in stock
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Londis News Extra
High Street Attleborough (Opposite Sainsburys)
01953 453 257 Newspapers amp magazines
Wide range of confectionery tobacconist Wide range of Wines Beers and Spirits
Londis Banham 01953 887320
Your Local Village Supermarket
Watton University of the Third Age (U3A) Forty eight members enjoyed the tour
of North Norfolk by train and coach
A superb cream tea at Bircham
Windmill rounded off the tour in style
The next trip is a tour of the Fens with
a professional guide on Friday 17th
September The booking list is now
open contact Ron on 01953 889951
The Croquet Group is now playing at
the Watton Sports Centre on a
Tuesday afternoon New players
would be most welcome including
visitors (potential new members) For
playing times contact Margaret on
01953 882136 Alan Bickers is the
new Leader of the Pub Lunch Group
who will have their first meeting on
Thursday 12th August
Next venue for the Garden Visits
Group is Dunbheagan House near
Dereham with music in the afternoon
and teas in aid of the St Johns
Ambulance Meet at 130pm in the
Queens Hall car park Transport can
be arranged Contact Susan on 01953
881373
The next monthly meeting is on
Thursday 26th August when the
speaker will be Barbara Miller with
ldquoNorwich over the Waterrdquo
The Membership Secretary can be
contacted on 01953 885358 For
further information on the National
U3A go to wwwu3aorg
On Thursday 24th June the
announcement was made in London of
the winner of this year‟s Carnegie
medal That prize has been awarded by
children‟s librarians almost every year
since 1936 for an outstanding book for
children and young people Since 23rd
April when the short-list was
announced 50000 children in schools
all over Britain have been reading the
eight novels - nearly 3000 pages of
high quality fiction Thirty of those
very dedicated readers met on the same
day in Attleborough High School
Library to spend two hours in lively
debate with their guests from Old
Buckenham High School sustained by
strawberries cheese straws and home-
made cakes
The event organised by the school‟s
librarian Helen Gage greatly engaged
the students and staff and much heated
argument about which was the best of
the books on the list ensued The group
voted for their own choice of winner
took lots of photographs and then at
the time stipulated by the Carnegie‟s
national organisers opened the
envelope containing the name of the
winning title Neil Gaiman‟s bdquoThe graveyard book‟ Of the gathering in Attleborough High School‟s
library student Ellie Halls (pictured above) was the only one who had firmly backed that choice In
November the long-list for next year‟s award will be published ndash and the whole wonderful process
will begin again We can‟t wait
Carnegie medal celebration the Attleborough High School big debate
Wayland Happy Circle Our July meeting was a social afternoon with a Beetle Drive followed by a Strawberry Tea Shirley
welcomed 25 members and 1 visitor and seven birthday cards were distributed Our former President
is making good progress and we hope to see her back amongst us soon
Shirley organised the Beetle Drive the first session being won by Molly and Maureen and the second
by Jenny Two of members Margaret and Jenny had prepared the strawberries and cream and these
were enjoyed by all with shortbread and a cuppa The usual raffle was held to close the afternoon
25 members and guests will be going on the outing in July and tea will be taken at Elveden Visitor
Centre followed by a tour of the Stanta Training Area
Our next meeting will be on 3rd August when Tina Cruz will talk to us about Portuguese cooking
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 20 News
July 1st ndash The day that Rotary
Clubs all over the world install their
new presidents And this year
Watton was no exception Outgoing
president Richard Akister handed
over to new president Doctor Mike
Harvey (see pic) Health problems
caused Mike to take early
retirement as a general practitioner
and having come to Norfolk and
settled in Shipdham some 5 years
ago he was introduced to the
Watton Rotary Club and thought it
would be a good platform and outlet
for his considerable energy and
skill He was an instigator of the
Watton Club‟s very
successful fundraising
drive in support of the
bdquoBalloons for Hearts‟
initiative in 20078 With
the help of 2 other Rotary
Clubs pound5300 was raised
and a giant cheque was
presented to the campaign
coordinator We hear that
the cheque is still on
display in the cardiac
reception area at the
NNUH Mike intends to
continue his ministry of the
Watton Club with a
medical flavour
As a prelude to the presidential
handover in both clubs Watton
Inner Wheel and Rotary Clubs
joined forces and held a most
successful bdquoround the houses‟ or
bdquosafari‟ supper Changing sets of 3
or 4 couples rotate around each of
several members‟ houses for the
various courses of an evening meal
with everyone landing up at the
President‟s house for the final
course and a bit of party time
Following our visit to New South
Wales Australia last year the
Watton Club is hosting the first part
of the return Rotary international
friendship exchange in September
Eight couples from various places
in NSW are expected they will stay
with Watton members for a few
days before moving on to be hosted
by Rotarians of various other
Rotary clubs throughout Norfolk
and Suffolk More about this next
month Martin Anscombe
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During a debate about jobs and
unemployment on July 7th I made my
maiden speech in the House of Commons
I have focussed my column this month on
the content and inspirations for the speech
in which I set out why I am so passionate
about representing our area
Maiden speeches have a long tradition in
the Commons and new MPs usually
don‟t involve themselves in debates in the
House until they have made theirs
Maidens give new MPs a chance to talk
about their constituency and to outline
some of the issues they aim to work on
I focused my speech on three key
themes the need for a more local
approach to jobs and housing how the
politically correct bdquorights‟ culture
ignores traditional values and the need
for a better politics
The Rural Way of Life
Living and running a business locally I
know how life in rural England has been
overlooked I know how our traditional
values are too often denigrated and how
Norfolk has become increasingly
marginalised
ldquoTackling that sense of marginalisation
in order to unlock the talents and
aspirations of its people are the
central theme of my work as [an] MP
The people of Mid Norfolk feel
marginalised by the decision-making
process and too often forced to change
in ways that they have neither chosen
nor like The small local voluntary and
rural is all too often crowded out by the
big national professional and urban
[R]ural Britain has been especially
hard hit by unemployment during this
recession and my constituency has
pockets of rural deprivation which are
often hidden Pensioner poverty can
be especially invisible
ldquoPost offices pubs and village shops
close while more and more people are
forced to commute increasing distances
from the mass housing estates that have
been forced on our market towns and
councilsrdquo
ldquoThe people of Mid Norfolk sent me
here to speak up for them so I shall
[They] have found themselves
increasingly powerless in the face of a
tidal wave of legislation and big
government from Europe Whitehall
and unaccountable regional quangos
Many worry that our culture has been
hijacked by an increasingly intolerant
politically correct anything goes
multiculturalism which seems to have
too little respect for the longer
traditions of tolerance personal
freedom and responsibility embedded in
our traditional heritage By pumping
the bellows of local empowerment I
believe that we can reignite the embers
of a culture which can and should be
allowed to coexist with metropolitan
Britain to mutual benefitrdquo
Economic opportunities
Having run my ldquoNorfolk Wayrdquo campaign
for over three years I know how urgently
we need new jobs and opportunities in
Mid Norfolk Average wages here are low
and I wanted to focus on how we can
reignite our economy and strengthen local
communities and services
ldquoIn my three-year candidacy I insisted
on another way we call it the Norfolk
way a vision of a vibrant rural society
based on a renaissance of rural
enterprise smaller pockets of mixed
housing spread more fairly and
sustainably fast-growing small
businesses and jobs back in our villages
and towns less commuting a richer
mix of ages and blue and white-collar
jobs in active communities
ldquoSome may ask Where are those new
jobs and businesses to come from Let
me tell the House Situated between
Norwich and Cambridge are two of the
worlds leading centres of scientific
research and innovation in food
biomedicine and the clean
technologies all of which are so vital
to the global challenges that we face
Mid Norfolk is perfectly positioned to
become a hub of entrepreneurial
activity and new jobs With the world-
leading John Innes centre the Institute
of Food Research world-class
agriculture and high-tech engineering
along the A11 corridor we can lead
those new economic sectors on which
we will increasingly dependrdquo
ldquoAs someone who came to politics after
a 15-year career in creating new
technology businesses I hope to be able
to put my experience to good use in that
area However that revolution cannot
happen without two essential things
new models of investment in
infrastructure including the A11 rural
broadband and rail links and some
local leadershiprdquo
Giving People Responsibility
I believe in giving local communities
power Residents in a village know the
problems they have and usually know
how to solve them better than somebody
in an office miles away During my
speech I called for a new approach
ldquoThe stale post-war model of statist
centralisation and dependence on the
Whitehall handout has failed Norfolk
Rural Britain is the repository of
some important virtues that our modern
culture has neglected a deep belief in
self-help and responsibility an
insistence that everybody in a
community has a role and the rejection
of a shallow media cultures obsession
with celebrity and a love of the small
the different and the local These are
qualities that are deeply rooted in the
English character
ldquoAt the heart of this manifesto is a big
idea that citizenship is forged
through the empowering act of the
state granting responsibility to its
citizens That is the central idea which
has brought me into politics as a
Conservative and which I am delighted
is once again the idea at the heart of
modern Conservatism and this
coalitionrdquo
It was an honour to make my maiden on
behalf of the people of Mid Norfolk and
if you would like a full transcript of the
speech please email
Georgefreemanmpparliamentuk or
watch the video of the speech on my
website wwwgeorgefreemancouk
The Westminster View
George Freeman is the Conservative MP
for Mid-Norfolk The object of this
column is to help readers stay in touch
with their MP - it is not intended as a
reflection of the political views of anyone
associated with the Mid Norfolk Times
Watton Rotary Roundup
People for Animal Care Trust
(PACT) and Caine Lloyd of
Lloyd Engineering in Watton are
organising an adventure to climb
Mount Kilimanjaro in spring
2011 The intention is to raise
funds for PACT through
sponsorship and to have some fun
doing so
My name is Geoff Bell and I am
one of the people who are taking
part in this Challenge I have the
funds for my part in this challenge
but I fell it would be good to raise
funds for PACT as well
Through the Kili Challenge
PACT will receive funding to
build much needed additional
kennels to house the regular
influx of animals they have
PACT is based in Woodrising
and work hard to ensure the
welfare of animals in Norfolk
PACT‟s web-site is
wwwpactsanctuaryorg and more
information about them can be
obtained from there With your
kind help it would be a great
honour and privilege to extend
my support for PACT by taking
part in this challenge and to be of
help and support to one of the
loves in my life
If you would like to sponsor me
to take part in this challenge and
raise much needed funding for
PACT then please contact me
through Facebook or ring me on
01953-882925 For more
information you can ring PACT
on 01362 820775 or Caine on
01953 881255 I will also be
holding three public collection
days for this outside the Co-op in
Watton on the 18th August 15th
September and 13th October
Thank you for your support
The Kili Challenge in aid of PACT
Picture Supplied
Church Times and Puzzle
Watton Churches Together Service Calendar for August 2010
St Maryrsquos Church Watton 1st 3rd amp 4th Wednesday at 930am Holy Communion
2nd Wednesday Morning Worship Church Office opens Tues
Wed amp Thurs 9am-1pm Tel 01953 881252
margaretchurchadmfreeservecouk wwwstmaryswattonorg
Sun 1st 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
530pm Choral Evensong
Sun 8th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
Sun 15th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Sun 22nd 800am Holy Communion
1000am All Age Worship
12 noon Holy Baptism
630pm Praise and Worship with Shine
Sun 29th 800am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Watton Methodist Church Every Wednesday the Church is open for quiet reflection and
prayer between 1000am amp 1200noon
Itrsquos your quiet place At 1030 there is a half-hour Midweek
Service in the Large Vestry led by the Minister or a Church
Member wwwwattonmethodistbtikcom
Sun 1st 1045am Rev Barbara Winner Holy Communion
630pm Rev Brian Eagle
Sun 8th 1045am Mr Richard Hompstead
630pm Mrs Janet Roebuck
Sun 15th 1045am Mrs Sonia Mann
630pm Mr Brian Lawrence
Sun 22nd 1045am Mrs Elsie Warby
630pm Revd Barbara Winner Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1100am Section Service at Saham Hills
Mr John Winner
630pm Rev Brian Eagle Holy Communion
Roman Catholic Community Each Sat 530pm Mass at Watton Methodist Church
Pentecostal Church Dereham Road Watton There is a Noahs Ark Sunday and Kings Kids for children
during the Sunday morning services
Sun 1st 1030am Morning Service with guest speakers
Christian amp Ann Fernandez from La Rochelle France
Sun 8th 1030am Family Service amp Doughnuts
600pm Prayer amp Praise with guest speaker
Dama Safari from Shalom Africa
Sun 15th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Freed from your past‟
Sun 22nd 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Made in God‟s image‟
600pm Prayer and Praise
Sun 29th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoChanged by love‟
St Nicholasrsquo Church Ashill Tuesdays 1000am Said Holy Communion
Sun 1st 930am Lay Led Morning Worship
Sun 8th 930am Morning Worship
Sun 15th 930am All Age Worship
Sun 22nd 930am Holy Communion
St Georgersquos Church Saham Toney Sun 1st 1030am Benefice Service of Holy Communion
Sun 8th 1100am Morning Worship and Holy Baptism
Sun 15th 1100am Pet Service
1230pm Holy Baptism
Sun 22nd 1100am Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1030am Group Service of Holy Communion
SS Peter amp Paulrsquos Church Carbrooke Sun 8th 1030am All Age Worship
Sun 15th 1030am Holy Communion
Sun 22nd 1030am Lay Led Morning Worship
1230pm Holy Baptism
St John the Evangelist Church Ovington Thursdays 800am Said Holy Communion
Sun 8th 12 noon Pet Service
Sun 22nd 930am Lay Led All Age Worship
Breckles Caston Great Hockham Griston Merton Stow Bedon
Thompson
Worship Calendar August 2010
Sunday 1st August
1030 am United Holy Communion Thompson
Sunday 8TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Breckles
(Patronal Festival)
Sunday 15TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Gt Hockham
1030 am United Holy Communion Caston
Sunday 22ND August 900 am Holy Communion (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Gt Hockham
Sunday 29TH August
1030 am United Holy Communion Griston
Sunday 5TH September
1030 am United Holy Communion Stow Bedon
Our Pram Service Sunday Club amp WAY youth group
will resume in September
Enquiries The Revd Bob Nichols Tel (01953) 483222
Email revbobnicholsgmailcom
All Saints Church Threxton Sunday 1st August at 10 am
Scribble Pad
Across 7 One looking for riches (76) 8 Something to keep the claws in shape (8) 9 An assistant would be an idea (4) 10 Snap a biscuit for Christmas (7) 12 This clue might lead you the wrong way (5) 14 Fused fuse (5) 16 Feminine pronoun (7) 19 A phaser setting used by Captain Kirk (4) 20 A reserve supply to be drawn on (8) 22 but loose (553)
Down 1 A bright star from Avon (4) 2 Slopey writing (6) 3 infield pagan (7) 4 as chips said the chick (5) 5 Inherited (6) 6 Use this to change names (44) 11 Compared to a relation (8) 13 Earth shaking (7) 15 Of the coldest season (6) 17 How warm snow goes (6) 18 The sound of teddy bears (5) 21 Burn to charcoal (4)
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Would you like to win a pound10 Voucher to spend Simply complete
the crossword on the right and drop it in to The Wayland News bin
at (or post it to) Adcocks 32 High Street Watton Norfolk IP25
6AE before the paper deadline All correct entries will be put into a
draw and the winner will receive a pound10 voucher to spend In the
event of any dispute the decision of the Editor will be final The
clues are a mix of cryptic and easy with one or two anagrams
thrown in just to make it more interesting
The correct solution will be published in the next issue
Last Month‟s Puzzle The winner of last month‟s pound10 prize was Mrs S Dockray of
Nelson Court Watton Well done Mrs Dockray
Thought for the month By Rev Barbara Winner Methodist Church Well the World Cup was disappointing for some of us and so
was Wimbledon There doesn‟t seem much to celebrate Or is
there
There was once a speaker who started off one of his talks by
showing everyone in the audience a pound50 note It was a crisp
new note He asked the room full of people who would like
the pound50 and it was no surprise that most hands went up He
then proceeded to crumple the note up in his hand and then
asked who still wanted it The hands stayed up Next he
dropped the note on the ground and started to grind the note
with his shoe When he picked it up it was dirty and
crumpled When he asked who still wanted it the hands stayed
up Well of course they did ndash just because it was crumpled
and dirty didn‟t prevent it being worth the pound50 just as it had
been in the beginning when he started his talk The note was
still of value ndash the value hadn‟t changed
We are in a time of change and cuts and we don‟t quite know
what‟s coming next But whatever cuts and changes come
however much we feel the effects our value as people has not
changed Life throws all sorts of things at us and we can end
up feeling crumpled and trodden on In God‟s eyes we are
loved and precious ndash valuable And no amount of cuts
changes and troubles will change this God‟s love for us is a
pure gift ndash it is not subject to cuts and change We read in the
Bible that God so loved the world that he gave his son that we
might have life And what‟s more it is a gift freely given
Now that really is worth celebrating
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 22 News
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Has Your PC Slipped a Disc Netted a virus Mouse trapped and
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For all manner of computer repairs and support
Call Julian Horn on 01953 881885 ldquoSilver Surferrdquo support a speciality
SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEAS Hosted by St Maryrsquos Church in August
Sunday 15th August Christian Community Centre 230pm until 4pm All
welcome - please come along and bring family and friends
Watton United FC have begun
preparing for life in Anglian
Combination Division 1 by
appointing ex - Diss and Watton
player Paul Nicholls to assist with
training and match days whilst he
awaits his return to football from a
serious injury Manager Vince
Harwood has welcomed his return
to the club in a coaching capacity
and hopes his experience at a
higher level will improve the
young players currently at the club
Further changes behind the scenes
include the appointment of Ian
Hunt and Christian Hayward to
assist with running the reserve
team this season and they are
encouraging any new players to
attend training on Wednesday
nights at Watton Sports Centre
(7pm start)
The club has also arranged a number
of Preseason friendlies for the first
team all at home versus Watton
United 18s Dersingham Rovers
(Friday 6th August) and Thetford
Rovers (Wednesday 11th August)
kicking off at 645pm Their first
league fixture is a local derby away
at Wymondham Town on Tuesday
17th August
The reserves new management
team are looking forward to home
games against Thetford Rovers
Reserves (Wednesday 4th August)
and an unnamed team (Friday 13th
August) before their season starts
on Thursday 19th August away at
Mattishall Reserves All games
Kick off at 645pm
The club also have a number of
advertising opportunities available
this season with programme
adverts and advertising boards at
the ground all priced at pound50 for the
season Anyone interested should
contact Paul Woods on
07917361762 or email
infowattonunitedfccouk
Getting ready for the new season
For a small very rural bowls club
Ashill has exceeded all expectations
this year Our men reached the
quarterfinals of the Bales Cup and
Peter Bunn Colin Breeze Bob Hall
and Alan Willer reached the same
stage in the Norfolk County Fours The
men also lie 2nd in the Central North
Division just a half point behind
Thetford The ladies section not to be
outdone have also faired very well
Chris Bailey reaching the quarterfinals
of the County Unbadged Singles
before succumbing to an opponent
from Freethorpe she Inga Healy and
Jackie Taylor got to the quarterfinals of
the Coronation Cup and the latter two
and Sheila Malyon reached the semi-
finals of the County Triples before
being beaten by Diss at RG Carters
In the mixed competitions we
overcame Long Stratton Thetford and
Connaught (the latter two on their
home greens) to reach the semi-finals
of the Jermy Cup our opponents being
Freethorpe on Sunday 18th July at the
neutral green of Wymondham and just
recently we won the Coral Cup played
at Watton Bowls Club So far it has
been a very successful and enjoyable
season despite the vagaries of our
uncertain weather
Ashill Bowls Club minnows on a high
The sunny warm and dry weather
has turned parts of the course brown
but has made for some exciting golf
None more so than in the June
monthly medal when David Flack
playing off a handicap of 10 shot a
net 62 In the same competition
Martin Parker achieved a hole in 1
on the par three 12th hole which
made him very happy but led to a
large dent in his bank balance
Recent Stableford competition
winners were Tony Bonner Alan
Blythe Phil Barrall David Wakeford
and David Packard
Recent inter-club match results were
versus Eaton Away lost 2frac12 - 3frac12 V
Royal Cromer away lost 1frac12 - 4frac12 V
Costessey park at home lost 2frac12 -
3frac12 V Gt Yarmouth at home won
5frac12 - frac12
The Seniors Open was held on 1st
July and approx 50 players
representing 14 different clubs
played in a stableford competition It
was an excellent day enjoyed by all
and the winner was George Axten
from Kings Lynn A separate
competition for Richmond Park
members was won by David Adcock
Richmond Park Golf Club Senior Section
On Saturday 21st August at Ashill
rectory Garden there will be a Fun
BBQ from 4pm to 8pm Tickets are
just pound5 for adults and pound250 for
children and include BBQ Salads
and delicious desserts
We hope to raise enough money at
this event to fund another year of
education for children in Uganda
who we have supported for six years
Tickets are available from Ann Bunn
on 01760 440 150
Fun Barbecue for Ugandan Children
The Annual Summer Show will
be held on SATURDAY
AUGUST 7trade This is an
opportunity for residents of
Rocklands and the surrounding
area to exhibit Fruit and
Vegetables Flowers Cookery
Art and Handicrafts and for the
children to show off their skills
in various classes
Entries for the show are
accepted between 9am and
12noon with judging
commencing at 1pm Doors are
open to the public at approx
330pm Show Schedules are
available from Post Office
Stores Rocklands or Margaret
Lister
If you feel you would like to
take part in our Summer Show
and would like more
information contact Margaret
Lister on 01953 483417
Annual Summer Show at Rocklands
Celebrations Celebrations You are all warmly invited to join
us at Choral Evensong at St
Mary‟s Church Watton on
Sunday 1st August at 530pm for
a special service of prayer and
beautiful church music and
afterwards for tea and cake
This is a celebration as our church
choir is one of 67 choirs affiliated
to the Royal School of Church
Music in Norfolk
Do come and enjoy the music and
see for yourselves You may
even want to join us We are
always happy to welcome new
members to the Choir
Goods amp services - warranties Repairs for goods can be expensive and it is very
important that warranties provide adequate
protection Unfortunately Citizens‟ Advice Bureaux
continue to hear about clients whose warranties
have not been honoured Here are some of the cases
dealt with by Bureaux throughout the country
Bishops Waltham reported that a woman had
purchased a buggy for pound150 at Babies R Us in
May 2009 She noticed that the elbow joints were
becoming loose and she believed this was
dangerous as it could pinch a child‟s fingers She
took it back to Babies R Us in January 2010 and
they sent it back to the manufacturer which
returned it and stated that the bolts had been
tightened (despite the fact that the joints were
riveted not bolted) The elbow joints did initially
seem tighter but the problem soon reappeared and
so the client took the buggy back again and
complained Babies R Us refused to replace the
buggy but sent it to their quality assurance
department which stated that the problem was due
to wear and tear She asked to see the manager
and explained that the buggy was within the
warranty period and that she was most unhappy
that her child was in danger every time she used
it The manager walked away and would not
discuss it Other customers came up to her in the
store and said they had had similar experiences
Southend saw a man who had bought a second
hand van for about pound4000 from The Van Centre
He had taken it back to the trader twice within six
weeks of purchasing it because the engine kept
cutting out and the client believed it was not safe
to drive Despite the fact that the van was covered
by warranty The Van Centre refused to rectify
the problems The client was frustrated at having
been sold a faulty van and very annoyed that he
received no help when he returned it He was also
very anxious and worried about the safety of the
vehicle especially as he had two children who
travel with him at times
Sometimes failure to honour a warranty is
compounded by other unfair trading practices such
as pressure to upgrade the faulty goods to a more
expensive version or mis-selling of inappropriate or
unnecessary insurance Ash told us about a client
who had problems with a secondhand vehicle She
had purchased a car with a warranty from a local
dealer using a hire purchase agreement In the first
12 months the car suffered repeated electrical
problems which the dealer was unable to resolve
The offer of a courtesy car was not honoured
resulting in additional expense for the client When
the client refused to drive the car again the dealer
encouraged her to exchange it for a newer model
and refinance The client agreed but the finance was
refused as a result of a poor credit rating The client
was left locked in a finance agreement for a car
which she considered unroadworthy despite the fact
that it was under warranty
Southend saw a woman who had purchased a
treadmill from Argos for pound29999 Four months
later she purchased breakdown insurance for pound44
However when the equipment needed repairing
she was told by Argos that the insurance was not
valid because it was taken out more than 45 days
after purchase She was given a handwritten note
saying that the claim was rejected by the insurer
Allianz Kings for this reason and was told that
she could ask them to refund her premium No
other remedy was offered When the adviser rang
Allianz Kings they were told that the insurance
did not cover the fault because the goods were
within the manufacturers two year warranty
period and a claim should in fact be made on this
Allianz Kings said that this is what Argos had
told them and there was no mention of the issue
of when the insurance was purchased The client
was annoyed at Argos for failing to rectify the
situation and identify who was responsible She
was also frustrated that she had been sold and
had begun to pay for insurance which appeared to
be useless and unnecessary at least for the two
years of the warranty
If you think that you have been similarly affected by
consumer issues and you would like help and advice
then please call in to your local Bureau or you could
also contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or
use their website at wwwconsumerdirectgovuk
Sports News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 23
Petrified of Your Computer You donrsquot need to be
Ring Lesley Horn For 1 to 1 beginnerrsquos support in your own home
Friendly patient and knowledgeable help with using your computer to find things on the Internet email your family amp
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TelephoneFax 01953 883488 55 High Street Watton
For quality out of print books Fine Bindings and Collectable Editions New Books including local and childrenrsquos classics
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Attleborough High in the Beach Volleyball Tournament
Three teams from Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre were
entered into the first Norfolk Beach
volleyball Tournament on Great
Yarmouth central beach This was the first
volleyball competition the school has
entered and there was an air of excitement
after some good practice sessions
Two U16 boys teams from Attleborough
High were entered into the 15 strong
league
Team 1 consisting of Richard Adelugba
Daniel Dean Matthew Brookson and Joe
Whiterod took a while to get use to the
sand losing their first game against Notre
Dame 17-9 Communication and
technique improved dramatically and the
Attleborough team went on to win against
Alderman Peel team 2 (25-9) Great
Yarmouth team 2 (23-11) and Oriel team
3 (20-17) The whole team worked well
together with excellent serving and
committed dives shown by all particularly
Richard saw Attleborough Team 1 sail
through to the play-off
Team 2 from Attleborough High consisted
of Callum Langstaff Jake Horscroft
Matthew Miller and Daniel Thompson
Some excellent combination play between
Callum and Jake saw this team win their
first game against Lynn Grove 19-11
Matthew put in some excellent serves in
the second game and Daniel‟s athletic
dives saw another win against Alderman
Peel team 3 (24-18) This team lost focus a
little towards the end and lost their final
two games against Oriel team 1 and Great
Yarmouth team 3 With two big wins to
start the tournament Attleborough team 2
managed to come 2nd in their group and
go into the play-off‟s
Team 1 played two teams to battle it out
for 1st 2nd and 3rd place Confidence was
boosted with great combinations of dig
set and smash to gain a win over
Alderman Peel team 1 (17-14) Next was
the unbeaten Oriel team 1 who always
took 3 touches to control and set up the
perfect smash was Attleborough found
hard to return
Final score here was 11-8 to Oriel
Attleborough Team 1 finished in 2nd
place out of 15 teams
Team 2 from AHS faced Notre Dame and
Oriel team 3 in their play-off and even
though excellent commitment was shown
to get even the slightest touch on the ball
two defeats left them in 6th place out of 15
One U16 girls team from Attleborough
High was entered consisting of Lauren
Willingham Annalise Gray Holly
Warren Ellie Philpott Sinead
Bollingbroke and Charlotte Ord The
girls team had 2 substitutes and took a
while to get use to the rotation of
positions The first game against
Alderman Peel 1 saw a closely contested
battle with some brilliant smashes from
Lauren but unfortunately the final
whistle blew at 17-16 to the opponents
With great determination and some
excellent set plays coming together from
Anna and Ellie the girls team went to
win three of their final games Caister
(19-16) Alderman Peel 4 (20-16) and
Lynn Grove (34-8)
Three out of four wins saw the
Attleborough High School girls through to
the grand final to play Notre Dame Even
though Sinead served brilliantly
throughout the team lost 48-21 leaving
Attleborough U16 girls to finish 2nd out
of 11 teams
Player from Watton United FC took
a break from the World Cup action
this month to try their hand on the
golf course at their 4th Annual Golf
Tournament on Friday 25th June
An impressive total of 23 x 4 man
teams competed this year The
competition comprised of 18 holes
under stableford rules with prizes
for the individual best score and
team score taking the best two
scores on each hole from each team
This year also saw the presentation
of the RICK NEAVE cup in
memory of Watton United‟s former
manager being awarded to the
highest scoring individual who has
played for Watton United FC and a
new award presented to the person
with the lowest overall round
The club were pleased to see a
number of current club members
taking part together with some
familar faces from the past including
ex Watton United Managers Tony
Shipp Bob Taylor and ex players
Andy Hunt Paul Jarvis Daryl
Woodward Andy Campbell and
Richard Spillman Ollie Applegate
Karl Pitcher all appearing in teams
for the first time
Winners were as follows
BEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE 1st B
Taylor (47 points) 2nd H Waters (46
points) 3rd D Rudling (45 points)gt
BEST TEAM SCORE 1st Team
Spillman (S Spillman R Spillman
D Rudling I Bonser (99 points) 2nd
Team Shipp (T Shipp G Rowlands
K Kitteridge T Lyons (97 points)
3rd Team Wordley (S Wordley R
Bailey P Legrice M Mace (95
points)
RICK NEAVE CUP Bob Taylor (47
Points)
LOWEST GROSS ROUND Paul
Matless (72 shots)
OTHER AWARDS Nearest The Pin
(Hole 3) - Jon Sproston Longest
Drive (Hole 9) - Stuart Livock
Longest Drive (Hole 13) - P Matless
Nearest The Pin (Hole 17) - Phil
Patience Wooden Spoon (Paul
Rayner)
The club would like to again extend
its thanks to thanks Simon Jessop at
Richmond Park Golf Club for
providing excellent hospitality
throughout the day and allowing the
club to put on this much needed
fundraiser each year Details of next
year‟s competition will available in
2011
Pictured are the winning team left to
right S Spillman D Rudling R
Spillman I Bonser
Watton Uniteds 4th Annual Golf Day
ST MARYrsquoS CHURCH WATTON
GRAND FETE amp CAR BOOT SALE
on the field next to St Maryrsquos Church Car Park Saturday 21st August from 900am to 100pm
Raffle ~ Games ~ Cakes ~ Refreshments Car boot places at pound4 per car no need to book Please contact the Parish Office 01953 881252
Picture Supplied
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 24 Sports News
Written estimates always provided Memorials supplied
Personal supervision Pre-Paid Funeral Plans available
Arrangements may be discussed in the privacy of your own home
Tel (01760) 440269 (24 hrs) Established over 60 years
FUNERAL DIRECTORS SERVING WATTON amp DISTRICT
WC LITTLEPROUD amp SON of BRADENHAM
lsquoA genuine family owned amp run business
offering a caring traditional amp affordable servicersquo
MID-NORFOLK TIMES The deadline for the September issue will be
12 Noon on the 16th August Page space is allocated strictly on a first come first served basis Deadline is the latest
date and time that copy will be considered for inclusion Arrival of copy before
deadline does not guarantee inclusion if you wish to be certain your entry gets to print
then please make sure it arrives in plenty of time
If you are submitting on paper you MUST sign and include your contact details
with each item If you do not the item will NOT be published
You can contact Julian by ringing (01953) 858908 You can write to 32 High
Street Watton IP25 6AE Or you can leave copy in the bin at Adcocks 32 High
Street Watton
The e-mail address is julianmidnorfolktimescom
All views expressed in the Mid-Norfolk Times are those of the contributors and
not the publishers While every care and effort has been taken to ensure accuracy
the publisher cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions
This issue of the Mid-Norfolk Times was published by Julian Horn 32 High Street Watton IP25 6AE and printed through
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EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 6 News
The Boo amp Hiss Theatre Company Proudly Presents
an Amateur Production of
Tickets pound5
On Sale Wednesday
1st September
From Mullenger amp Co
High Street Watton
01953 883 474
If you dont find
these pictures of
just a few of the
cast scary enough
Then Just Wait Till
The Spirits Rise
In the
Queens H
all Thursday 23rd
Friday 24th
Saturday 25th
Septem
ber
I am the Archivist and Registrar for the
Pre-1940 Triumph Owners Club and
also the proud owner of two 1930‟s
Triumph Gloria saloons Over the past
10 years I have been busy expanding
the club‟s records to help gain a better
idea of the original Triumph Motor
Company‟s (1923 to 1940) production
of models and numbers manufactured
It is currently estimated that in total
Triumph built 35000 vehicles which is
less than a large motor company such
as Morris would produce in a year
Unfortunately the company collapsed
just before the outbreak of war and
during the Coventry Blitz all
production records were destroyed
Thankfully the Triumph name survived
and became even more popular after
the war when Standard bought what
was then just a bdquopaper‟ company One
of the very few tangible links between
the two companies was Walter
Belgrove Triumph‟s chief stylist who
went on to join Standard and designed
the TR2 sports car
During my research I have met and
corresponded with many past owners
of these coach built cars from all over
the world Receiving so many
interesting accounts of life with these
cars gave me the idea to write and
publish a book featuring them In 2005
I released my first book and following
its success in sales and attracting more
stories and family photos over the past
5 years As the result I have now
published Volume 2
Pre-1940 Triumph Motor Cars from
Family Photograph Albums ndash Volume
2 is a high quality hard-bound book
with 128 pages containing 113
nostalgic memories of life with these
Pre-war Triumphs from all over the
world (including six from Norfolk)
illustrated with bdquofamily snaps‟ from
1920‟s to early 1970‟s It covers a
broad range of Triumph models such as
Super Sevens Southern Crosses
Glorias Vitesses and Dolomites
I am also pleased to say that I arranged
for the book to be printed and bound
locally which is not common these
days with so many printers and binders
closing down as a result of strong
overseas competition
The book costs pound20 plus pound482 pampp
and as with my first book is only
available direct from me at the address
below
I have already started Volume 3 and
with time marching on I am
experiencing more difficulty in finding
people who either owned or
remembered these stylish cars when
they were used as everyday transport
Therefore I will be very pleased to
hear from and speak with anyone who
has memories and photos of these Pre-
war Triumphs so that they can be
saved and enjoyed forever in print
Every account is of great value to me
and the club as at the very least it adds
another car to our records If it is
already recorded I may be able to
advise who first owned it or its
eventual fate
Graham Shipman Brick Kiln Farm
Shropham Norfolk NR17 1ED
Email gsbkfbtinteretcom Tel
01953 498 180
Pictured is Graham standing by the
drivers door of his 1936 Gloria Vitesse
with Roger amp Edna Barnes
Nostalgic motoring book released by local author
Mrs Cath Mills Head Teacher of Great Ellingham And Rocklands Primary
Schools retired form her post in July She joined Great Ellingham Primary
School in 1999 as deputy head teacher In 2003 she became acting head before
being appointed head teacher in 2004 Since then she has led the school forward
through many changes
Mrs Mills has overseen a large building project which gave the school four
spacious new classrooms and transformed the teaching environment The school
grounds have also been rejuvenated with a pirate ship trim trail vegetable patch
and wildlife area The school is now bursting at the seams and a happy and lively
place for the children to learn
In 2007 Great Ellingham went into partnership with Rocklands Primary School
and since then Mrs Mills has had responsibility for both schools
Among other refurbishments Rocklands Primary School now has a new Servery
and can offer proper school lunches as well as vastly extended and improved
facilities for Class One
Superb management has
even enabled this small
village school to maintain
three classes when so many
schools have had to make
cuts
Mrs Mills has taken the
partnership through its early
days and established a strong
relationship that utilises the
expertise from both schools
With her friendly but
thorough approach Mrs
Mills leaves both schools in
good spirits and with great
potential to go forward and
improve She will be greatly
missed and the Governors
Staff and pupils wish her all
the best for her bdquoretirement‟
Both schools now look
forward to welcoming Mrs
Heather Ware as their new
head teacher from
September
Popular Head Teacher Retires
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 7
Rocklands Great Bank Holiday Art amp Craft Fair is on Monday 30th August in Rocklands Manor Meadows and the Big
Black Barns Open from 11 am to 5 pm there will be arts and crafts food drink plants music machines and more
Popular potters like Heather Graham and Felicity Hoyle are coming again and new to us this year is Jo Sweeting
who is exhibiting her stone and letter carving along with many other specially chosen craftsmen Wildlife artist
Jonathan Yule is exhibiting for us this year and miniaturist Edith Clarke is another one of our new exhibitors ndash and
what about Christopher Hoyle ndash do you know his work Come and find out
On the veranda we have the
sketching supremo Chris
Riddell the political
cartoonist of the
Observer and illustrator
and co-author of the
Edge Chronicles
drawing pencil portraits
of you or your loved
ones for only pound500 In
the meadows we have
garden sculpture by Si
Uwin and Martin Pigg
plants for sale Pat Ram‟s
War Memorabilia and
displays of Static
Engines and Iron Works
When you need a rest we
have The Rum Brothers
Band playing again for
us while you eat a
ploughman‟s tea and
cakes hot dogs ice
cream and we have the
bar laid on by the
Rocklands White Hart
The gardens woods and
ponds are yours to enjoy
all day All this for just
adults pound3 children pound100
infants free parking free
pay on the gate
Rocklands Manor
Scoulton Road Rockland
St Peter NR17 1UW
01953 483226
For St Peter‟s Church
e-mail salesbobsmobilescouk
If you happen to be in the Queens Hall
on Thursday 23th Friday 24th or
Saturday 25th September then it
probably will be But it might be hard
to hear over the roars of laughter that
are bound to echo around the Queens
Hall in Watton as the Boo and Hiss
Theatre Company present their 2010
show Laughter in the Dark
In a change from the trend of recent
years of performing popular television
shows such as ldquoAllo Allordquo ldquoAre You
Being Servedrdquo etc and most recently
last year‟s acclaimed production of
ldquoDads Armyrdquo Boo and Hiss have
taken on a really challenging
production of Laughter in the Dark by
Victor Lucas
Laughter in the Dark is an immensely
funny play which takes place at
Creeching Cheeney in deepest darkest
somewhere and strange but very funny
happenings are occurring An oddly
assorted group of people (and we don‟t
mean the cast but rather the
characters though both statements
might be true but I digress) Anyway
this oddball bunch are assembled on a
snowy Christmas Eve to hear the
readings of a will laying down certain
stipulations before they can inherit
their legacies
A creepy butler skeletons ghosts and
rattling chains add to the excitement in
the snowbound house and an uninvited
guest in the shape of a large Red
Indian rampages through this hilarious
romp
This is quite a large production
featuring some of the Company‟s best
loved performers and we don‟t think it
is too much of an exaggeration to say
that we have all been surprised how the
characters have matched the players
From the creepy old Butler played by
Keith Gilbert the delightful Bunny
Tucker played by Stacy Wilkinson
Alethea and Herbert Budget played by
Rita Lake and Alan Abel to Alec
ldquolavish lavishrdquo Ogleby played by
Gavin Challis and his PA Lydia
Prentice played by Fleur ldquoNone Betterrdquo
Revell Lake
With some bright young faces and one
or two more scary old ones there can
be no doubt you are in for a treat We
are not going to give any more away
except to say that tickets go on sale on
Wednesday 1st September so we
suggest you don‟t leave it too long
before you get yours because this looks
like being a sell-out production
Is that the rattling of chains I can hear
Why are there not more litter bins
in public spaces and around
schools Do the police treat young
offenders differently to older ones
How often are school busses
checked for safety
These were just some of the questions
put to the panels of senior public
services officials by the Breckland
Youth Select Committee last Thursday
at the EcoTech Centre in Swaffham
The grillings were the culmination
of a day in which over 80 children
from Charles Burrell Old
Buckenham and Northgate High
Schools and Sacred Heart Convent
School learnt the importance of
getting involved in community
issues and how they can influence
things that affect them
They split into four groups to talk about
the environment anti-social behaviour
leisure and transport Working with
Officers from Breckland Council each
group identified what the common
important issues are and designed
questions which they later put to the
panels
Breckland Council Executive Member
for Communities and Benefits Adrian
Stasiak and his Executive Support
Member Lynda Turner took part in the
event and both were impressed by the
experience
Mr Stasiak commented ldquoI know that
the young people involved enjoyed the
day and I hope it may encourage them
to become bdquoVocal Locals‟ within their
communities Maybe they might even
be inspired to put themselves forward
to become a Youth Councillor in the
next Breckland Youth Council
Elections in February 2011rdquo
Lynda was also impressed by the
quality of the exchanges
ldquoSitting on the panel was a big
challenge with some testing questions
across a wide range of issues It was
also a day of honesty and learning for
all involved The questions also
stimulated discussion and debate and
that is what democracy is all aboutrdquo
Local services chiefs put to the test by youngsters
Northgate high school pupils prepare questions for the panel Kate
Mitchell 14 (left) and Rowan Collins 14
Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair on 30th August
I write this months article after
returning from the funeral of our
oldest regular producer Joan
Redgell who died on 30th June at
the age of 90 Many of you have
been warmed by her knitted gloves
and scarves or charmed by the baby
clothes she knitted We extend our
heartfelt sympathy to John and the
rest of her large family Our other
knitters continue to provide the
lovely garments that have proved so
popular with our customers
Next month you will be seeing
posters in many places promoting
British Food fortnight you dont
have to wait so long to buy British
food at Watton Country Market All
our food is produced within a ten
mile radius of Watton and brought
fresh to Market every Wednesday
morning
Our crafters are all local people too
as well as knitted goods we have a
wide range of etched glass turned
wood CE approved wooden toys
jewellery and greetings cards for all
occasions All our producers are
happy to accept special orders
Our cooks all have current hygiene
certificates and their kitchens have
been checked by the Environment
Agency to ensure food safety in all
our products Our eggs too come
from a local farm
Please visit us any Wednesday
morning between 830 and 1130
am in the Watton Christian
Community Centre Come early if
you want the widest possible choice
In the smaller hall at the rear of the
Centre the Methodist ladies serve
coffee and tea so you can shop and
relax without any extra journey
British food every week at Watton Country Market
The latest in our very successful
Wayland Partnership Craft Fairs is
being held on Saturday 27th
November between 10am ndash 2pm at
the Queens Hall Watton
Our aim is to promote the handmade
work of talented individuals and
provide them with a venue where they
can exhibit and sell their work directly
to the public We also want to provide
the public with an opportunity to
purchase quality handmade crafts and
allow them to speak with the people
who make them
We carefully select exhibitors to
ensure that the standards of crafts are
kept high and that there is a varied
range of crafts showcased at each
event If you are looking for something
different and if quality and
affordability are important to you you
will find what you are looking for at a
Wayland Partnership Craft Fair At this
point in time we have our quota of card
and jewellery producers
Bookings for tables are now being
taken please contact Susan
Hollingworth 01953 880205 or email
susanwaylandorguk for further
information
Autumn Craft Fair
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 8 News
Festival dos Santos Populares em Watton
Esta celebraccedilatildeo acontece
por todo o Pais para
festejar os Santos
O primeiro `e o St
Antόnio que `e mais
festejado na cidade de
Lisboa onde se faz um
casamento onde participam varios
noivos ao mesmo tempo a que chama-
mos as Noivas de St Antόnio
O Segundo S Joatildeo que `e mais
festejado na cidade do Porto em que o
ponto alto da festas satildeo os fogos de
artifiacutecio no fim da noite
O terceiro `e S Pedro que em Sintra
(Lisboa) `e a cidade onde `e mais
comemorado embora como todos os
outros satildeo festejado por todo o pais
Tudo isto `e festejado e comemorado
com muita muacutesica as ruas decoradas
com flores e outras decoraccedilotildees feitas de
papel comida especial como natildeo
poderia deixar de ser a Sardinha e o
Chouriccedilo Assado e a especial soupa de
Caldo Verde como foi feito em Watton
Foi um dia fantaacutestico Com a
participaccedilatildeo de diferentes
comunidades InglesaPolacaLituania
e claro Portugueses Foi um grande
conviviu onde todos se deliciaram com
a comida a musica e o Tempo que
esteve tatildeo quente nesse dia
Com a participaccedilatildeo de quase 100
pessoas incluindo crianccedilas foi um dia
inesquecivel que foi festejado por todos
os partecipantes
A organizaccedilatildeo quer agradecer a todas
as pessoas que tornaram este dia
possivel
O Breckland (suporte financeiro)
Wayland House Watton Junior School
Project Rainbow Watton Service
Centre Tina Cruz ndash Watton Family
Support Rute Ferreira Dulce Pires
Antonio P Teresa Francisco Batista
and Otilia C
O numero da rifa `e o 51
Eu espero que para o prόximo ano
tenhamos mais participantes
OBRIGADO a todos
Festiwal Popularnych świętych w Watton
Tej uroczystości
odbywa się w
całym kraju z
okazji Wszystkich
Świętych
Pierwszy i ktoacutere św Antonio
i najbardziej znanych w
Lizbonie gdzie znajduje się
małżeństwo ktoacutera dotyczyła
kilku chłopakoacutew w tym samym
czasie że nazywa się
Oblubienicą St Antonio
II i S Joatildeo że najbardziej
znanych w mieście Porto gdzie
punktem kulminacyjnym
uroczystości są fajerwerki na
koniec nocy
Trzeciego i S Pedro gdy pos roacutewnież
obchodzony w całym kraju co inne
Sintra (Lisboa) i miasto gdzie i
bardziej obchodzi
Wszystko to i wiele sławy
obchodzony z muzyką ulice
udekorowane kwiatami i upiększanie
inne papierowe jedzenie bardzo
szczegoacutelne ponieważ nie może już być
Sardine i Choriceras Tricorne
specjalnych Soup i palona Green Juice
jak miało to miejsce w Watton
To był fantastyczny dzień Z udziałem
roacuteżnych społeczności Angielski
Polski Litwy i oczywiście po
portugalsku To było wielkie żyli gdzie
ludzie byli zadowoleni z jedzenia
muzyki i pogody ktoacutera była tak gorąca
że dzień
Z udziałem blisko 100 osoacuteb w tym
dzieci był pamiętny dzień ktoacutery był
zachwycony wszyscy uczestnicy
rozdziału
Organizacja chce podziękować
wszystkim ktoacuterzy tego dnia możliwe
Breckland (wsparcie finansowe)
Wayland House Watton Junior
SchoolProject Rainbow Watton
Service Centre Tina Cruz - Watton
Family Support Rute Ferreira Dulce
Pires Antonio P Teresa Francisco
Batista Otilia i C Liczba loterii i 51
Mam nadzieję że więcej uczestnikoacutew
w przyszłym roku Dziękuję wszystkim
Popular Saints Festival in Watton The celebration was about the Saints
that we commemorate for all our
country The first Saint Anthony is
most celebrated in Lisbon City were
they hold a big wedding ceremony with
lots of grooms at the same time
The second is Saint John the biggest
festival is celebrated in Porto City with
a spectacular firework display at the
end of the night
The last one Saint Peter is most
commemorated in Sintra (Lisbon) and
is very important as well
All the celebrations include music and
all the roads are decorated with paper
flowers and other displays The special
food is barbecued Sardines and
Chourico with Soup Caldo Verde like
we did here in Watton
It was a fantastic day This event
had the participation of the many
different communities including
English Polish Lithuanian and
Portuguese The mix of people
enjoyed the food the music and the
weather which was very hot day
With nearly 100 people attending
including children it was an
unforgettable day for everybody
The organisers want to thank
everyone who helped make this
event possible including Breckland
Council Wayland House Watton
Junior School Project Rainbow
Watton Service Centre Tina Cruz ndash
Watton Family Support and Rute
Ferreira Dulce Pires Antonio P
Teresa Francisco Batista and Otilia
C The winning raffle ticket was
number 51 We hope many more of
you will attend next year THANK
YOU to everybody
On August 8th Taylor along with
Tom Dave and his dad Richard
will be embarking on a sponsored
bike ride The intrepid quartet will
be negotiating the blue route in
Thetford Forests High Lodge
The route is over 8 miles of a
tough forest track and the team
will complete 7 circuits over 50
miles in total and should take just
under 10 hours to complete
In January Taylor successfully
completed a scholarship weekend
at Gordonstoun School in
Scotland and has since been told
that He has won an all-round
scholarship to study there
Mr Rose Wayland Community
High Schools Head teacher said
ldquoTaylor is a remarkable young
man very determined and
motivated keen to increase his
knowledge and understanding
across all the subjects he studies
Since his early trip to
Gordonstoun last year I have had
no doubt he would gordquo
ldquoHe has developed into a very
mature and intelligent young man
ndash we are very proud of what he
has achieved so far and are sure
he will make his mark in society
in years to come He will be the
10th student to gain a scholarship
to Gordonstoun in the last 3 years
and will be a great ambassador for
Norfolk and Wayland Well done
Taylorrdquo
Taylor has developed a caring
nature growing up helping his
parents with his disabled sister
and is keen to enrol in the local
services and also the international
service that is on offer at
Gordonstoun He is also keen to
join the Royal Navy as an
Engineering Officer
The team will be raising money
for the Gordonstoun Fund and
also for SSAFA ndash Soldiers
Sailors Airmen Families
Association forces help Taylor
would like to give back to the
Gordonstoun fund so that others
can have the chance that he has
been given
For more details or to sponsor a
member of the team go to
wwwmerijetacoukbikeride or
call 07547 ndash 669688
Riding to Raise Funds
ART Stoke Ferry Church The All Saints Painters 2010
exhibition proved to be even more
successful than last year The artists
welcomed around 500 visitors to the
event All commented on the very
high quality and variety of work
displayed and on the beauty of the
venue Many originating from Stoke
Ferry shared memories and were
delighted to find the church in such
good order and in use again
The artists thank all who came to
view or buy The All Saints
Painters are particularly grateful to
their Patron Kit Hesketh- Harvey
for generously allowing them to use
the church building and to all those
who supported their exhibition by
publicising the event
Flushed with this years success
The All Saints Painters aim to
hold a better and bigger exhibition
next year from Saturday 21st May
to Sunday 5th June 2011 The
artists look forward to welcoming
many more visitors to this annual
feature of the Stoke Ferry
calendar Please come along to
enjoy a delightful event in a lovely
venue and to support local Norfolk
artists
Loch Neaton Management Committee 2010 Annual General Meeting The Annual General Meeting of
the Loch Neaton Management
Committee will take place at
1900 on Monday 12th August
2010 at Watton Sports Centre
Dereham Road Watton
All persons are invited from the
area of benefit to which the
Charity refers which is Watton
plus a four mile radius
Should anyone from the area of
benefit wish to be considered for
one of the elected posts then
application forms can be obtained
from Watton Sports Centre and
Adcock‟s High Street Watton
The forms must be returned by
1200 Saturday 7th August 2010
to Paul Cooper 21 Nelson Court
Watton IP25 6EL
Picture Supplied
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A Professional Machine Quilting Service
You do the patchwork I do the quilting
For Quilting Wadding amp Backing Prices
wwwharmonyquiltingcouk
Tel 01953 882484
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 9
Our annual School Fete and Family
Fun Evening in July was an immense
success our most profitable to date
Massive thanks go to the PTA
committee for organising this and
spending many weeks labouring over
the details Also a big thank you to all
members of staff parents pupils and
public who turned up to support the
event and to the many governors who
appeared in force to help set up and
man stalls It is a perennial problem of
ours being such a little school that we
have many wonderful ideas and too
few parents to enact them Finally
thanks are due to all the local
businesses which supported this event
with their generous donations of money
and prizes
The BBQ and noodle stand were
hugely popular as of course was the
bar Children enjoyed the inflatable
slide and bouncy castle bowling for the
pig duck fishing lucky dip and
everyone enjoyed the dancing karate
and guitar demonstrations Of course
there were heaps of other smaller stands
all providing much fun and succour It
was one of the hottest days of the
summer so far and this brought many
folk out to promenade around our local
village hall and a great evening
finished with live music from a local
group
Sports Day the following Wednesday
did not have quite such good weather
but that was a relief to all those
participating in the races as well as the
onlookers All pupils worked very hard
for their team and had great fun The
parents were particularly competitive in
the bdquotossing the pancake‟ race It was
very close between the teams this year
but congratulations are due to the Blue
team The entire school had a grand day
out at the Norfolk Show Staff and
helpers did an amazing job keeping
track of the children amongst so many
people The pupils completed lots of
school trails - the dancing sheep were
particularly popular We also visited the
Ben Burgess stand where the school
students were very fortunate to see an
exhibition of their own agricultural
artwork
The whole school attended the
dress rehearsal of the English
Youth Ballets production of
Sleeping Beauty at the end of
June For almost all children
this was their introduction to
this art form It was a
spectacular production - made
all the more because apart
from the principal dancers the
caste was made up of young
dancers from local dance
schools - including two pupils
from Great Ellingham In an
unusual and ingenious twist to
the traditional tale the fairies
(good and bad) were Princess
Auroras aunts and instead of
the thick forest growing around
the castle the 100 years sleep
was conceived of in terms of
cryogenics the characters
being preserved by being deep-
frozen
Finally the end of the school
year was celebrated in true
Rocklands style with a year six
leavers assembly and an all-
singing all-acting production
of Treasure Island We also bid
a very sad farewell to our head
teacher (and that of our
partnership school -Great
Ellingham) Cath Mills is off to
a well-deserved retirement but
if her travel plans are anything
to go by she will not be idle
Many many thanks Mrs Mills
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Rockland School news
Mr Mark Alcock and Mr Chris
Edwards newsagents with more
than 70 years‟ trading experience
between them are pleased to
announce the reopening of the
convenience store previously
known as Candy Cave under the
new name of Shipdham Stores
(trading as Ideal part of the Ideal
Group) Ideal are a cooperative
buying group for the independent
Newsagent and Convenience store
operator throughout the eastern
counties and ensure Ideal businesses
can compete with the supermarkets
by combining their buying power
The store will carry a wide range of
convenience food and groceries
together with newspapers
magazines and an off licence (from
late August) and will reopen
properly in early August They will
also be offering a full delivery
service for newspapers and
magazines to the Shipdham and
Bradenham area
Presently planned to be open from
6am to 8pm it will be run under the
management of Joss Gage whose
previous experience includes his
appointment as Waitrose‟s youngest
department manager in the UK and
also a year with Chris Edwards
Mr Edwards said ldquoMark and I are
delighted to have Joss managing
Shipdham Stores for us he really
understands what customer service
means and we pride ourselves
delivering the very highest
standardsrdquo
Mr Alcock said ldquoWe plan to put
Shipdham Stores at the very centre
of village life delivering quality
products with a quality service
Every single customer is the focus
of all that we dordquo
Mr Edwards added ldquoWe have long
experience of serving Norfolk
people with good value products
and regard every customer as a
friendrdquo
From Candy Cave to Shipdham Stores
It was some 40 years ago when Paul
purchased his first fish and chip shop
in deepest Suffolk 5 years later Steve
joined forces as a business partner and
together they have had fish and chip
shops in Norfolk (a few shops)
London Middlesex Surrey
Hertfordshire Essex and Suffolk
Finally they came back to Norfolk 22
years ago and spent 12 happy years at
Mattishall Fish Bar then they went to
Loddon and following a 2 year break
from the fat and fish due to health
reasons they then had a 2 year run
with a chippie in Norwich before they
had the opportunity to purchase a fish
and chip shop in Watton and the rest is
history
Paul said ldquoWhen we came to Watton
some 6 years ago we were made very
welcome and we would like to thank
each and every one of our customers
who has sampled our fish and chips
and who have become our friendsrdquo
ldquoWe built up such a busy fish and chip
shop serving what we believed was
the very best in good fish and chipsrdquo
As many readers now know Paul and
Steve have sold the bdquoWatton Plaice‟
because of the on-going cancer
treatment Steve is receiving
ldquoChemotherapy is not a very pleasant
treatment and to continue working a 12
hour day was becoming more and
more difficultrdquo
Paul continued ldquoIt was a very very
difficult decision for us to make to
leave a wonderful business with such
loyal customers but health has to come
before wealth and we know that this
chemo treatment Steve is having will
give him a welcome ray of sunshine
for the futurerdquo
ldquoUnfortunately until the exchange of
contracts and completion of the sale of
The Watton Plaice at the same time on
Monday 28th June we had no idea if it
would happen and could not let you
know because we didnt know
ourselves and we are sorry we couldn‟t
say goodbye to more of our friends
personallyrdquo
ldquoAs far as we are aware the new
owners are not changing our operation
and the fish and chips will be the same
so please give them your wonderful
support as you gave usrdquo
ldquoBoth Steve and I wish a heartfelt
thank you to each and every one of you
who were so very happy with our fish
and chips and became our friendsrdquo
There is one rather sad piece of news to
add Sophie Paul and Steve‟s cocker
spaniel sadly passed away with heart
failure on Tuesday 29th June
Farewell to the ldquoPlaicerdquo
We began our June meeting with a
minute‟s silence in memory of Jackie
Swain whose funeral had been in the
morning The main business
commenced amp
arrangements
were made for
the Safari Supper
on July 3rd
The speaker for
the evening was
Gerry Baxter on
ldquoThe Origins amp
Traditions of the
Pearly Kings amp
Queensrdquo The
first Pearly King
was Henry Croft
who left the
workhouse aged
13 to become a
road sweeper amp
rat catcher amp was
involved in the
Working Class
Movement He
decided to raise
money for the
poor when he
befriended a
group of
costermongers
who helped each
other in times of
trouble Henry
decided to dress
up so that when
he was raising money he would attract
the attention of the crowd The first
garment was a flat cap which he
decorated with pearl buttons which
were the cheapest they could buy Then
jackets trousers amp skirts were made
with special patterns of buttons on
them Soon hospitals churches amp
charities asked him to raise funds for
the needy so Henry asked the
costermongers to help Eventually all
the London Boroughs had a Pearly
King amp Queen To this day the title is
passed down through the family Henry
Croft‟s great ndash granddaughter is the
Pearly Queen of Somer‟s Town
Mr Baxter brought along several
garments including his daughter‟s
christening
gown All the
patterns had a
personal
meaning amp he
sews on
several
thousands of
buttons onto
each item We
were surprised
by the weight
of one of his
jackets
Because pearl
buttons are so
expensive amp
difficult to
find they are
re-cycled from
old outfits We
are hoping to
collect real
pearl buttons
amp send them
to him Mr
Baxter also
brought many
photos of past
amp present
Pearly
Families He
now lives in
Suffolk but still holds the title of
Pearly King of Streatham amp
continues to raise money for charity
Betty Campbell gave the vote of thanks
for a most interesting amp fascinating
evening which was appreciated by the
members
The result of the competition for a pair
of pearl earrings was -
1) Judith Adam 2) Brenda Spencer
Next month it will be an Open
Evening when the speaker is Peter
Cook on ldquoMedieval Norwichrdquo The
competition is the oldest newspaper
Attleborough WI
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 10 Gardening
Gardening in Navasota Texas with Helen Quinn Pictured this month is one of the
loveliest flowering trees in this area is
the Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia
indica) It is now available in a
variety of pinks lavenders and reds
and sizes range from miniature to
compact mid-size to large Some of
them have a wonderfully interesting
bark with hues of cinnamon silvery-
grey or light brown some patterned
and some with a peeling
characteristic The Crape Myrtle
Aphid loves this tree and people often
wonder what the sticky substance is
that sometimes drips from the leaves
ndash simply put it is honeydew that
passes through the aphid‟s body after
it feeds Crape Myrtles are often
planted around car parks in the
dividing beds posing a very sticky
problem to anyone who parks under
one They grow so well here that the
ldquobig townrdquo up the road College
Station has designated itself as the
Crape Myrtle Capital of Texas
Sometimes it grows too well and
becomes a pest with far-reaching
underground suckers producing
unwanted trees
The figs are in This year I have the
best crop in quite some time and I‟m
managing to keep up with the birds
and squirrels The variety I have is
ldquoTexas Everbearingrdquo
and true to its name it
will probably have a
couple more fruit
crops before the
weather starts to get
cold The fruit is small but oh-so-
sweet My Farmers Market customers
are very happy to see Fig Jam at last
Figs are thirsty trees so all the rain
we have had with various tropical
storms and distant hurricanes has
been very much to their liking
Another bonus is that in several
places where the branches have
touched the ground there are quite a
few well rooted self-layered young
fig trees People often ask where they
can buy this variety of fig tree and I
have just the place to find them new
homes in the autumn
Speaking of hurricanes it always
amazes me how a storm making
landfall 400 ndash 500 miles to the west
can produce so much rain here The
Gulf Coast from Galveston down to
the Mexican border has been
inundated several times already this
year and many streets in Houston
have been under water on a regular
basis We are inland here (about 70
miles northwest of Houston) so are
usually spared much of the worst of
these storms The grass needs to be
cut twice a week now thanks to the
unusual amount of rain for the time
of year There is definitely a case to
be made for exploring turf grass
alternatives because by the time the
heavy night dew has dried off it is
too hot to push a lawnmower This is
a good time to stay inside and make
dream changes to the landscape ndash in
my case to find a way to eliminate a
lot of the foliage plants in the shade
to help cut down on the mosquito
population Not only do they make
life unpleasant with their voracious
feeding frenzies but some of them
transmit an often fatal disease called
West Nile Virus
Tomatoes are shutting down They just
don‟t set fruit once the night time
temperatures exceed 70F (21C) The
experts advise against trying to carry
the large fruited varieties through to
autumn but with a little pruning they
will produce again once the
temperatures drop Some years we are
still picking tomatoes at Christmas
Small fruited varieties usually do much
better except they grow so large that it
is not unusual to have 10ft vines
climbing all over everything else I like
the Italian ldquopasterdquo type tomatoes such
as Roma or Viva Italia Aubergines
and Peppers especially the hot
Jalapentildeos and even hotter Habaneros
thrive in the hottest weather as long as
they are watered The strawberries are
about done too but they have produced
dozens of runners with happy little
baby plants rooting all over the place
(even in the lawn) Most of the herbs
are thriving except for a few
Mediterranean types which are
protesting against the high humidity
The countdown to cooler weather
begins ndash only two more months to go
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August - holidays dog days of
summer silly season in the press I‟m
writing this on St Swithin‟s Day and
right now it‟s a monsoon Wellies out
for August if you believe the legend
Nothing much happens in the average
garden in August so they say Many
experts will tell that this is the month
for sitting back and enjoying the
fruits of your spring and early
summer labours and if you grow veg
it‟s harvest time They also bemoan
the fact that most of the flowers are
over Since I am no expert I agree
with most of what they say except
that sitting back never seems to be an
option in my garden They never told
the weeds for a start These tough
plants big and small thrived in the
July heat wave when all else fried
drooped or just plain gave up They
went from seedlings to seeding in two
weeks flat so now their descendants
will be there for years One year‟s
seed is seven years‟ weed according
to legend Probably true
As far as a barren month for flowers
goes this is simply not as true as it
may have been some years ago I
have done a very small trawl as to
what‟s available to flower from now
until at least autumn and the choice is
staggering All it needs is a bit of
forward planning with succession in
mind Failing that look at garden
centres nurseries market stalls and
car boot sales for what‟s in flower
Annuals like calendula nigella and
cornflowers will keep going until
frosted but will have set seed and will
return next year I am told that self-
sown sweet peas are earlier and
stronger than those sown either in
October or spring and carefully
nurtured Back to August One of the
best and showiest plants is the
Agapanthus family Some are fully
hardy and some not so it‟s a good
idea with anything that flowers at this
time of year to check labels Fully
hardy usually means down to -15c
frost hardy down to -5c and half-
hardy down to 0c Alchemilla mollis
(lady‟s mantle) is not supposed to be
hardy but mine reappeared after the
hard winter this year It also seeds
about and the seedlings will appear
next year It‟s either a generous plant
or a nuisance The Japanese
Anemone is supposed to be fully
hardy liking full sun or semi-shade
The heat saw mine off Next time
they‟re going in the shade Ceanothus
is an interesting family of plants The
usual ones flower in spring and are
hardy Most people I know lost the lot
in the winter as well as the hebes
However I have come across a
variety of Ceanothus called
bdquoAutumnal Blue‟ that flowers August
to October There‟s also good old-
fashioned Buddleja that seems to be
bomb-proof and I was surprised to
see a listing of 16 different varieties
There are lots of clematis even the
large-flowered ones in bloom from
August onward It is possible to have
clematis in flower every day of the
year admittedly some of them need
either protection or a mild climate
Another old favourite is Astrantia
Originally the Major only was
available in greenish white They
have become so popular in the last 20
years or so that they are now
available in shades of white through
to deepest red and all are good bdquodoers‟
as far as hardiness and ability to stand
up to most of the weather thrown at
them Then we get to crocosmia
(montbretia when I was a kid) - all
shades of red orange and yellow
dahlias (need a separate article) and
some roses will keep going till
November or even Christmas if the
weather is mild and they have shelter
Apart from shopping there‟s still
work to be done Lawns still need
cutting not too short if it‟s dry but
even then if they go brown grass will
recover nine times out of 10 Feed
containers and even tired border
perennials with a liquid tomato food
each week to encourage them to
bloom into the early autumn Keep
picking flowers to encourage more
Alpines that have developed bare
patches of die-back or have become
weedy can be tidied up by in-filling
the patches with gritty compost This
will encourage new growth as well as
improving their appearance
Collect and store seed of hardy
annuals and perennials for sowing
later in the autumn Good plants to try
include Calendula Nigella Cerinthe
Poppies Aquilegia and hardy
Geranium Apart from the hardy
Geraniums all these will happily do
this for you all by themselves
Buy or order spring-flowering bulbs
Some bulbs can be planted now such
as Colchicum daffodils and Madonna
lilies Most of the spring catalogues
are out now making it feel like
autumn
It‟s necessary to keep a check on
pests - spray if you use chemicals but
do this only according to the
manufacturer‟s instructions but for
the organic pick off caterpillars go
on slug and snail hunts and net
against butterflies I know they‟re
pretty but to see cabbages and
broccoli covered in caterpillars is a
nightmare They seem to hatch
overnight all at once even if you
thought you‟d wiped out the little
clusters of yellow eggs I know it
happened to my purple sprouting last
year Net time
It‟s a good time to make a plan for
next year and start thinking about any
seeds you may want Those
catalogues will be on the mat very
soon along with all those Christmas
ones you don‟t want
In your garden with Lotta Potts
Tomato - Tomayto
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Gardening Mid-Norfolk Times Page 11
A meeting was held at the Old
Buckenham Church Rooms on
Saturday 26 June to set up the Old
Buckenham Allotment Society
Eighteen people attended and it was
agreed that Tim Bornett would chair
this inaugural meeting
It was formally agreed to establish an
Old Buckenham Allotment Society
and discussion took place on its
function and its purpose
The Society is to be open to all
individuals who live in the
parish or immediate
neighbourhood and who
have an interest in
allotments or wish to
obtain a plot in the future
Some basic rules were
adopted after further
discussion and debate As
the proposed constitution
would allow the rules to be
amended if at least half of
all members agreed it was
decided to adopt a bdquowait
and see‟ approach to any
rule changes
The following were
elected as officers Tim
Bornett would be
chairman Keith Hodgson
secretary and Tom North
treasurer
The meeting agreed to
seek affiliation to the
National Allotment and
Leisure Society and the
secretary would write to
the Parish Council
informing them of the
formation of the society
There was general debate
on the provision of
allotments in the Parish
and it was agreed to write
to the Parish Council
asking for their working
party on allotments to
meet more often and
provide feedback
Decisions on who would
run the allotments would
await model rules from the
National Allotment and
Leisure Society and an
agreement with the Parish
Council A person wanting
an allotment does not
necessarily have to belong
to Old Buckenham
Allotment Society Some two acres
of land would be needed to provide
up to 18 plots and there was
discussion on the suitability of
possible sites including the provision
of water and access to the plots
It was agreed that members would
pay pound5 as a joining fee and that the
treasurer would collect this at the
next meeting which would be held
on Monday 12 July Courtesy
httpoldbuckenhamblogspotcom
Flowers gardens good company and
a tasty lunch were enjoyed in
glorious weather by members and
friends at the July meeting held in
Joy Tunmores garden Wearing
buttonholes everyone strolled round
the garden for a plant identification
quiz sweet peas were judged and
plants sold
Competitions - Best Corsage was
worn by Sue Blackett Jane Cannells
sweet peas were placed first and
Shirley Betts had the most points in
the plant identification quiz
Next Meeting will be held on 12th
August 2010 at Old Buckenham
Village Hall 2 pm when The Girls
will be arranging from Whats in the
Box
The competition is for an
arrangement in a box and the table
show is for three stems of hot colour
from the border
Visitors are always very
welcome Further details
from Pat 01953 457305
or Sally 01953 788712
The Attleborough amp District
Horticultural Society annual Rose
amp Sweet Pea Show was held as
usual in the beautiful surroundings
of Peter Beales Rose Gardens and
the glorious summer evening
encouraged a good turnout of
members and guests
The award for the Best Rose
Exhibit and the Peter Beales
Trophy went to Ray Snow who
also won the award for the Best
Rose Bloom The Best Sweet Pea
Exhibit and the Len Revell Trophy
was won by Jan Delaney who also
took the prize for the Best Sweet
Pea Stem Sally Westrup took the
awards for the Best Flower
Arrangement and also Best
Photograph
Prior to the presentation of prizes
by the mayor of Attleborough there
was a tribute to Jackie Swain
whose sudden and untimely death
is a great loss not only to
the Society of which she
was vice-chairman but
also to many other
organisations in the local
area She worked
tirelessly behind the
scenes and was always
happy to help out in any
way she possibly could
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Sowing the seeds of an Allotment Society
Our June meeting was entertained by
Jim Paine our speaker for the
evening I met him as he brought in
the first of a number of crates
containing a variety of plants to
illustrate his talk entitled bdquoRight
Plant Right Placebdquo We had to find a
second large table to accommodate
all the bdquoprops‟ for his talk and these
were so large he almost disappeared
behind them Jim started with a brief
resume of what he and his Rocklands
Walnut Tree Nursery do and the
ideas behind their aims Established
in 1998 with partner Clare Billington
Walnut Tree is a traditional nursery
not a garden centre and they raise all
their own plants including trees from
seed with 1000-1250 different
species available through the year
This perfectly describes his principle
that plants should be centre stage in a
garden not the hard landscaping and
decking that can look so tired after a
relatively short while I don‟t think he
cares much for decking They also
use their own garden to demonstrate
the development of plants over a
period of years and have joined with
other nurseries in a marketing co-
operative which operates throughout
Norfolk and we collected some of
their leaflets As they are not in
competition customers get a well-
organised service to set up their
gardens either from scratch or just to
find a plant to solve a particular
problem We were advised to visit
gardens as well as taking information
from books and the media Take a
notebook and camera as well to see
what works and why and then add
lists to your garden plans
Herbaceous borders are labour-
intensive but there again so is grass
if grown properly and far more
satisfaction can be gained from as
wide a border as possible I don‟t
think he cares much for grass either
A good tip also is to try and avoid
using one plant - this can give a
bdquodotty‟ impression so restricting the
palette and using blocks of plants
repeatedly gives more rhythm
So we get from the set up to the aim
of making each garden work for its
owner in terms of understanding
plant ecology and the micro-climate
involved Each garden may well have
some parts in full sun some in part
shade and some in full shade such as
under trees or shrubs There may also
be different moisture levels and
acidityalkalinity levels Equally an
open windy site can be transformed
over the years into a sheltered one as
plants grow so a garden is constantly
evolving So much for the science
Jim then showed us the selection of
plants he had brought Each of them
demonstrated the principles of how to
get the right one in its preferred
setting to do well He really got the
bit between his teeth on this as it is so
important for the customer to achieve
the desired effect He showed us that
hostas and similar broad leafed plants
need some shade as they lose so
much water through their leaves in
transpiration However modern
varieties have been bred to tolerate
sun provided their roots are in moist
soil At the opposite end of the scale
he showed us that pinks have narrow
grey leaves that are covered in tiny
hairs to trap any moisture going and
these and similar upright plants will
be best suited to dry sunny
conditions Another example of this
is the lychnis (woolly lambs‟ ears)
which also has silvery-grey leaves
that feel as though they are made of
felt These self-seed freely and are
well suited to gravel gardens as well
as herbaceous borders If self-seeders
work for you they‟ll help with the
rhythm effect of creating blocks
down the borders all by themselves
Some plants are more robust than
others Astrantia for instance prefers
some shade but will tolerate full sun
as will hardy geraniums
Many of the spring flowering shrubs
and bulbs tend to be happiest in a
woodland area so they can flower and
set seed before the canopy closes
over Think rhododendrons and
bluebells They then have time to
bulk up ready for next year‟s display
Later flowering plants for shade can
have architectural leaves such as
heucherella epimedium brunnera
These all have beautiful leaves
followed by tall stems with dainty
flowers The saxifrage and dicentra
families prefer moist conditions but
will tolerate dry and hate water
logging in winter
After a question and answer session
we were allowed to buy the plants
Jim had brought and the design
element of avoiding impulse buying
went straight out of the window I
don‟t know how Jim packs so much
information into an hour I am sure
he will be receiving more visitors
as a result One other thing to bear
in mind Walnut Tree is local so
from an environmental point of
view the furthest the plants will
travel is from the nursery to your
garden with advice thrown in Beats
the ones that arrive from the
continent in large lorries to sheds
doesn‟t it
The mini-show was bdquoA Floral
Arrangement in an Unusual
Container‟ and was won by Ralph
Kinsley with three cream
Zantedeschias (calla lilies) in a
banana That‟s sure unusual Ralph
Second was Violet Simmons with a
display of dainty spring flowers
contrasting nicely with a walking
boot
Third went to Geoff Twelftree with a
teapot
There was nothing to choose between
the last two entries so HC went
jointly to Mary Marriott with a giant
teacup and saucer and Jackie
Priestley with a decorative mini
watering can
It was nice to see all the entries
colour-coded with the containers
We finished as usual with Geoff‟s
Tips for July including feed and
spray roses tie in wandering stems of
climbers plant hardy cyclamen and
summer prune wisteria
Bradenham amp District Horticultural Society
Breckland Flower and Garden Club
Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 12 News
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On Thursday 15th July the
whole of Watton Westfield
Infant amp Nursery School
followed a carousel of activities
for a very healthy day
Norwich City Football Club sent
along some trainers from
bdquoFootball in the Community‟
and the children took part in a
penalty shootout competition
The winning children will
receive trophies footballs kit
and everyone will receive a
certificate for participating
The dental nurses brought their
special crocodile puppets so the
children could see how to care
for their teeth They provided lot
of fun
Later everyone had to solve
riddles and follow on exercise
trail around the lovely school
grounds to collect treasures
(pictured below)
In the hall the pupils did jump
rope aerobic activities to keep
their hearts healthy
Also Mr George a well-known
local chef and parent governor
taught the children how to make
fruit kebabs The children tasted
fruit they had never tried before
The whole day culminated with
bdquoA Big Thank you Assembly‟
when everyone sang a rousing
version of the Westfield Healthy
Song
It was an exhausting but
thoroughly enjoyable day The
school would like to thank
everyone who helped to make
the day a great success
Healthy School Day at Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School
Key to Pictures
Top left Kieron Phoenix
reaching new heights in
the skipping exercise
Top right Lewis Pinkney
scoring a terrific penalty _
a future England Player
perhaps
Mid Left Ibbi Ivory
showing how the girls are
just as good as the boys at
penalties
Mid Right Josh Stadius-
Horn cornering like Lewis
Hamilton in the
playground
Left Left - Beau-Kerry
Bonner (touching yellow
bowl) Right - Abbie
Dennis (fruit on stick)
enjoying the fruits of the
labours of local chef Mr
George
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 13
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Tel 01953 882752
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Children Always Welcome
By Edith Pleasance
The spell of lovely weather we are
enjoying as I write this takes me back
to the hot Summer days of my
childhood One incident I shall never
forget was the time our mother took us
three children for a rare day at the
seaside
We were up and about early to pack
our swimsuits and cheese sandwiches
together with a slice each of Mum‟s
fruit cake to sustain us A bottle of
lemonade with a couple of chipped
cups all packed into a straw bag and
we were ready to go
Our walk to the nearest beach took
around forty minutes then came the
usual argument about which square
yard of the front we would occupy Ma
preferred the top end near the wall
while we kids wanted to be as near the
water‟s edge as possible As usual we
split the difference and settled
somewhere in the centre An old piece
of blanket was spread on the sand
while Tom our eldest fetched a deck
chair for our mum to sit in which
would cost her threepence for the full
day when the deckchair collector came
around Then we children were ready
to enjoy our outing
As the eldest girl I was given the task
of looking after two-year-old Joey (a
right little handful Ma called him) We
had our jamjar with string around the
neck to form a handle and headed for
the rocks which though slippery were
fairly shallow and had many crystal-
clear pools where we gathered to stir
the pebbles and seaweed with many
squeals of delight to reveal the
treasures that the tide had left To the
opposite side of the beach the cliffs
rose high above and sometimes we
would see the older children attempting
to scale them However we were given
strict instructions to keep well away
and stay on the left
After some time our mum beckoned us
in to eat and drink our picnic We were
proudly showing her our bdquocatch‟ of a
couple of minute crabs and an
assortment of tiny anemones we also
had a length of bladderwrack that we
loved to press to make it crack We
suddenly became aware of people
shouting and running towards the
cliffs bdquoSome fool has got himself stuck
halfway up‟ said Ma bdquonot the first and
won‟t be the last I‟ll wager‟
The rest of that day was enjoyed with
us kids running in and out of the rising
tide and practising our doggy paddle
until at around four o‟clock we were
rounded up dried off and ready for the
walk home which somehow always
seemed longer and more tiring than the
outward journey
News of any sort quickly buzzed
around our village by word of mouth
but it wasn‟t until the following
morning that Ma Taylor from next
door brought the local daily
newspaper to show the headline
reading ldquoTwo children drowned after
falling from the cliffs at Petitorrdquo They
were brother and sister to a large
family living on our estate where
everybody knew everyone else
Apparently a toddler had run away
from his older sister when in trying to
catch and hold on to him both
stumbled and fell down the cliff face to
plunge into deep water and drowned
The thought that we were enjoying
ourselves on the beach just yards from
where those two kiddies died clawing
at the rocks fighting for their lives will
stay in my memory for ever
---o0o--- Edith Pleasance copy 030710
A Seaside Memory Customer Services on the road Not a bdquoone stop shop‟ but a bdquoone
stop bus‟ will be pulling into
Breckland villages in the next few
weeks
Breckland Council in partnership
with Poultec training has launched
a new mobile service to bring
access to services out into local
communities The eye-catching bus
is equipped with the very latest
satellite technology so residents
who use it will experience exactly
the same speedy access to services
as callers to the main Council
customer service centres
At the One Stop Bus you can get
advice support and information
about Council services This may
be about Council Tax or Benefits -
or you may want to book a bulk
collection or report a missed refuse
collection Service Connectors will
be available on Thursdays and
Fridays and the last Wednesday of
every month and are committed to
helping the all customers The bus
will be making a number of regular
stops around the district and details
of the times and locations will be
available on the Breckland Council
website
Councillor Adrian Stasiak said
ldquoWe really want to put customer
service in the spotlight and
encourage people to access council
services The bus and the one stop
shops are just some of the ways in
which we are taking our services to
people around the districtrdquo
Services delivered in complete
privacy include
Applications for and enquiries
about Housing and Council Tax
Benefits
Payments for Council services
(including Council Tax) using
debit
Requesting a bulky waste
collection or
Reporting an abandoned vehicle
Telephone and website access will
also be available to specialist
advisers in
The Citizens Advice Bureau
Norfolk County Council
Plus many other partner agencies
Edward Bales Managing Director
of Poultec said ldquoWe are very
pleased to be working in
partnership with Breckland and this
supports the vocational skills work
we are already doing with schools
and in the wider community
ldquoVocational skills are all about
raising aspirations and this will
enable us to help more people
further their skills and give
themselves a brighter futurerdquo
Visit our website for further details
of the one stop bus and details of
locations and times of when and
where you can visit the bus ndash
wwwbrecklandgovuk
one_stop_bus
Friday 6 August 10 - 12Noon
Saham Toney (Community Centre)
2pm ndash 4pm Great Ellingham
(Outside shop and Post Office)
Friday 13 August 10 - 12Noon Old
Buckenham Village Hall 2pm ndash
4pm New Buckenham The George
Pub
Thursday 19 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Swanton Morley Village Hall 2pm
ndash 4pm Bawdeswell Village Hall
Friday 20 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Weeting Village Hall 2pm ndash 4pm
Mundford Village Hall
Wednesday 25 August 10 ndash
12Noon Thetford Abbey Car park
2pm ndash 4pm Hockham Village Hall
Thursday 26 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Shipdham Village Green 2pm ndash
4pm Mattishall Village Hall
Friday 27 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Banham Community Centre 2pm
ndash 4pm East Harling Market
Square
Adrian Stasiak Executive Member
for Communicates and Benefits at
Breckland Council with Edward
Bayles Managing Director of
Poultec and members of the One
Stop Bus team
Mornin ter orl onya or iffen yewre
hed yer dinna thas artanoon ter orl
onya
Spect yor well inta yer nu teartas by
now thar cummin up orlrite spite not
hevin a lot o rearn
Cos Horry he say his bin diggin
hissun fer wicks we dornt set a lotta
stor by his tearls tho
Tha ole Willuj Horl hed a meetin
larst wik n Horry n me thort we‟d
jine in
Blarst tha ole mawtha inna tha chare
gissus a rare ole luk n she say ldquoWot
yew tew duin in hare tha meetin is
privaterdquo ldquoThas orl riterdquo say Horry
ldquoWe sharnt lissen ter wot yewre a
sayinrdquo I rekoned we orta sit tite cos
ware bin hare a lotlonga than har n
tha ole football warnt wuth wotchin
nither
Tha ole kermitee ware a clakin on fer
a fare wile an Horry sorta gin ter
snor but as sune as thar torked about
anutha o tha gret ole grub nites He
wos up onna his feet wolunteerin ter
tearst orl tha offrins jist in cearse tha
doont mit tha rite standuds
Tha ole Chearwumon she giv Horry
wun o tha luks wott‟l bun worta she
say ldquoYew et moost of ennyonus larst
time yew grate ole pig yew rekkun
yew shud be barred fra orl ower
doo‟s yew allus cors a hellup dew
yew siddown a kipya clacka shutrdquo
Well tha sorta put Horry in his
plearce fer a while
Summonem rekkun‟d we orta hev
one o tha bottle banks meark a bit a
munny for tha horl
Cos thet gotta tha ole chearwumon a
garpin at us tew she sed atween us
we cud fill tha thing up inna coupla
daze I dint no wot she ware a gittin
at cos I allus teark my ole bottles
back to tha pub tha lanlord gissus
tuppence fer evra bottle mindyew I
git tha feelin thet he shuv tuppence
onna a pint o mild ony I doont offen
git a rownd in since tha furrinas
mooved inta tha Big Horl up tha
rood yew ony hev to ware a dutty
ole cap n stic a bitta straw in ya gob
n luk sorta dwany n thars a baer onna
tha tearble
Anyways the Horl Kermitee hev
agreed to hev a gret ole grub nite
sune Horry sekunded thet mowshun
n I thurded it but we wus towd to
keep ower nooses owt tha horls
bisness Tha kermitee‟ll hefta arsk
tha cowncil abowt gittin wun o tha
bottle banks cos thet mite wont
plannin permishun
I shull tell yew orl abowt ower posh
grub nite anutha time thas time for
my fourses
Dew yew keep a troshin Sid
The Ovington Crower
Watton Town Council owns and
runs a community bus which is
used by the elderly and disabled at
the discretion of the council
The bus is used on a weekly basis
Monday to Friday to transport
elderly residents from their homes
to the Wayland Luncheon Club
This service is a vital part of some
resident‟s lives enabling them to
enjoy a meal and socialise It is
primarily for those who may have
become isolated for a variety of
reasons
The Council relies on volunteers to
drive the bus and although we now
have regular drivers to cover the
five days we are looking for
volunteers who would be prepared
to cover for holidays and sickness
so you if you can spare a few hours
per week on an occasional basis at
short notice we would be pleased to
hear from you
Contact the Town Clerk ndash Jacqui
Seal on 01953 881007
WANTED Community Bus Drivers
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 14 News
Two bumper cheques for Chairman Charity
Two bumper cheques for pound1136 have
been presented to Diabetes UK and
Cancer Research UK by Cllr John
Rogers previous Chairman of
Breckland Council
The money was raised through a
variety of fundraising events which
Cllr Rogers has held this year
including an auction and raffle held at
the Chairman‟s reception and Clerk to
Watton Town Council Jacqui Seal
held a garden party and raised pound22000
which she kindly donated to the
Chairman‟s charity
The presentation took place at the
Watton Pentecostal Church on Harvey
Street in Watton during the regular
monthly meeting of the Watton and
District Support Group for Diabetes
The group meet once a month on the
second Monday of very month and
have been meeting for four years
Receiving the cheques were Paul Fleet
area volunteer manager who accepted
on behalf of Cancer Research UK Paul
said ldquoCancer Research UK is the
leading independent funder of cancer
research in Europe We are almost
entirely funded by the public with very
little government funding Without the
generosity and dedication of our
supporters we would not be able to
continue to make progress against
cancer The donation from Cllr Rogers
and Breckland Council is very much
appreciated and will go a long way in
funding our continued work in the fight
against cancer
Ron Thompson accepted the cheque on
behalf of Diabetes UK and said the
funds would be used to fund holidays
for children with diabetes
Ron commented ldquoDiabetes UK has
been organising family weekends and
children‟s holidays for many years We
are very pleased to accept the cheque
on behalf of the Eastern Region for
Diabetes UKrdquo
Cllr Rogers said ldquoI am so pleased to be
able to present these cheques to two
hardworking and worthwhile charities
that I have supported over the past year
ldquoCancer Research‟s groundbreaking
work into the prevention diagnosis and
treatment of cancer has helped save
millions of lives This work is funded
entirely by the public which is why
fundraising events are so important
ldquoThere are three million people in
the UK living with diabetes and
20000 children in the UK have
diabetes We have had many
fundraising events this year to help
Diabetes UK continue our work to
improve the lives of people with
diabetes
Cllr Rogers Ron Thompson and members of the Watton and District support group for Diabetes UK
Attleborough High School and Sixth
Form Centre Geography teacher Joel
Rodker has earned the exciting
opportunity to experience cutting-edge
environmental research work on an
expedition to Belarus this summer
Earlier this year Earthwatch the
international environmental charity
invited UK-based secondary level
teachers of geography science and
citizenship to apply to join its
expedition Belarus Wetlands from 2-
11 August 2010
Joel who is also the school‟s Lead
Teacher for the Environment is one of
eight successful applicants who will be
helping Earthwatch scientists to find
effective ways of conserving the
unique wetlands of Belarus hiking to
sampling sites to collect data which
will help the scientists to select
wetlands which are in need of
protection
Wetlands in Belarus make up 14 per
cent of the country Particularly
threatened and little-studied are the
oligotrophic (low nutrient) or bdquoraised‟
bogs which are the focus of the Belarus
Wetlands research project Bogs are
extremely important as they improve
the gas composition of the atmosphere
carry out climate regulation and
regulate water flows on the surface and
within the soil
Experienced facilitators will help Joel
and the other teachers to link the
research and their experiences on the
project to the curriculum On his return
to Attleborough High Joel will use his
new knowledge to inform the learning
of the students at the school The
teachers on the project will work
together to devise educational
resources for use in the classroom and
these resources will be made available
for others to use
Speaking about the trip Joel Rodker
said ldquoThis is a very special opportunity
to visit a fascinating environment meet
like-minded people and learn a huge
amount in a short space of time I want
to inspire our students to do similar
things I intend to share my
experiences with the staff and students
at Attleborough High and also to
demonstrate links between the
protection of important ecosystems in
Belarus and looking after the
environment in our own community
for example the impact on the
environment of the school wildlife
pond we are in the process of creatingrdquo
The 2010 Earthwatch educator
expedition to Belarus is kindly
supported by ICAP and the Garfield
Western Foundation To find out
how you can join an Earthwatch
expedition in 2010 call +44 (0)1865
318831 or visit
wwwearthwatchorgeurope
Local teacher to become a hero for the planet on an Earthwatch expedition
President beryl Brannan presided
over the first meeting of the new
Inner Wheel year She welcomed
Ann Akister‟s visitor Jenny
Bickerton from Canterbury and
everybody else Special mention for
Angela Rowlings our newest
member whom Beryl inducted to our
group Angela is a Honorary
Member
Our meeting held at the home of
Karen Barwood was an exotic
demonstration of Belly Dancing
Allison Dickson Sheila Harwood
and Karen Barwood all performed for
us in full flowing costume The
movements to music were elegant
and peaceful and full of emotion
which is more than can be said when
we were asked to join in General
wobbling of body parts was about all
we could muster but it entertained
those who elected to watch Karen
Sheila and Allison were thanked by
Beryl for an unusual but appreciated
evening
The Strawberry Tea raised pound64460
and 88 people attended the money
will go to UNICEF
The visit to Kew Gardens was very
enjoyable and the boat trip was
blessed with a wonderful breeze
giving a good finish to the day many
thanks to Brenda Davis for
organising everything in her usual
efficient manner
We are having a stall at the Wayland
Show and will be pleased to see you
all there
Future events include a lunchtime
concert with the Breckland Breeze
Wind Quartet on Septmber 15th and
on the 1st October a Barn Dance at
the Queens Hall
The Raffle with three prizes was won
by Ann Akister Peggy Barley and
Beryl Brannan We had a very
enjoyable evening amidst friends
The Inner Wheel Club of Watton
Letter to the Editor Thank you for printing an article in
your June issue on St Marys Church
Houghton on the Hill I am writing
to ask if any of your readers would
enjoy helping in the garden or
welcoming visitors to the church I
love this church and the peace that
surrounds it when I lived in
Swaffham I used to go regularly and
help in the garden that surrounds the
church unfortunately I now live in
Cromer so I can only go once a
month or so Last week when I
visited I was told that they were short
of volunteers so if you can spare and
hour or two a weekmonthevery now
and then please phone Bob Davey on
01760 440470 Dee Roye
This is the first in a series of little
anecdotes written by a good old
Norfolk boy (but not written in
Norfolk for the sake of all them old
infiltrators)
Do you remember the vets off
Watton High Street - up Worms
Yard I used to own a big old dog -
I was often seen walking him
around Watton That was before the
days of poo bags and red litter
bins Anyway I woke up one
morning and read the obituaries in
the EDP to make sure it was OK to
get out of bed and went down to
take the dog for an early morning
walk He gave me a bit of a shock
because he had gone all cross eyed
I thought I had better take him to
the vets and walked him down to
the surgery Fortunately the vet
could see him right away so I took
him in and the vet picked him up
looked into his eyes and had a good
look round him
Im going to have to put him
down he said
Well I said tears welling up
Thats a bit of a shock I will be
very sorry to see him go especially
because hes only gone cross-eyed
No you daft br the vet said
Hes heavy
Wilfson remembers
Lee Higgs of Edwards
Newsagents Watton
ldquoYour Ideal Shoprdquo makes a
presentation to Lucy
Vallerine who has recently
been judged to be the most
reliable and accurate News
Delivery person out of
more than sixty juvenile
staff employed by Edwards
Newsagents
Edwards presently deliver
newspapers and magazines
to over two thousand homes
across the Wayland area
and speaking of Lucy‟s
contribution to the excellent
service offered by Edwards
Lee Higgs said ldquoLucy has
been employed for 8
months and has never
missed a day or been late I
have great pleasure in
making this presentation
recognising her hard workrdquo
Well done Lucy
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 15
By David and Carolyn Jessup
It‟s always good to have a driving
licence as it gives the local people
an extra string to their bow when
seeking a job It seems like with
many things in South Africa that
there is a certain amount of
corruption involved with driving
tests Ivy decided that she wanted
to take a test and had already been
told by Cute the girlfriend of her
boss that the Examiners were open
to monetary persuasion She
decided that rather than chance
failing she would try this route -
failing would of course bring the
additional expense of at least one
further test
Ivy contacted the Examiner
who agreed that he would
accept R2000 to pass
already less than Cute had
paid So I took her to
Thulamarshe for her driving
test although she wanted an
extended lesson prior to the
test She had already had a
few lessons in what could
only be described as a
possibly unroadworthy
bakkie on some rough unsurfaced
land staked out with sticks to
reverse between The bakkie was
missing one wing mirror and had
no inside mirror so reversing was
a problem On the way to the test
centre I quickly showed her how to
do a three point turn and then we
went to find an Instructor
We followed a vehicle for about 2
km to another rough piece of land
where there were a number of
other people receiving tuition in
large trucks Apparently trucks are
easier to drive than cars Ivy had a
lengthy discussion with an
Instructor and came away saying
he was too expensive We went
back to the test centre and she had
a small lesson with another
Instructor went for her test and
ldquopassedrdquo after handing over the
bribe Since coming back home I
have learnt that this practise is also
rife in Eastern Europe so maybe
we are surrounded by drivers who
have never passed an official test
Before Cute took her test she was
driving around with a friend when
she was stopped by the Police
With no official licence at that
time she was concerned that she
may be asked to produce
documents Luckily they did not
ask for these items but merely
requested the mobile telephone
numbers of the two ladies
probably to call them for a date
Fortunately the ladies were both
alert and gave incorrect numbers
There are often breakdown
vehicles near the main traffic lights
(robots) in Hazyview and an
inquisitive Ivy asked them why
they were waiting there
Apparently they often put oil on
the road at night especially when
the roads are wet to try to cause
accidents They were not ashamed
or shy to admit this and were not at
all concerned if people are injured
or killed as long as they get
business from the accidents
I was stopped no less than 5 times
by the local Police Sometimes just
checking vehicles and the
registration and other times for
trivialities like not coming to a halt
at a 4-way stop sign Once I was
stopped for speeding 79 kph in a
60 limit that I hadn‟t noticed After
protracted discussion and a view of
the video I was informed the fine
would be R750 although they
would accept R300 If I wanted a
receipt this would mean going to a
distant Police Station with the
possibility of a long wait I decided
to hand over R300 and get on our
way This later caused me some
resentment as the money obviously
went into the pocket of the Officer
Unfortunately and stupidly I did
not take a name and although I
reported the matter I never heard
any more If there is a next time I
shall know exactly what to do
Ever since we have been going to
Africa I have always tried to avoid
running over and killing any live
creature Sometimes it cannot be
avoided and I had at least two
instances this time which I have
regretted ever since I was driving
quite fast along the main road
heading for our house when a
Vervet Monkey ran from the road
side and into the path of the car I
could not avoid hitting it and the
loud thud made me feel quite sick
Looking in my mirror I could see
the Monkey lying dead in the road
- 10 minutes later I drove back to
town and the body had
disappeared At first I thought it
may have been moved by its
grieving family but it was probably
picked up by one of the large
raptors which regularly hover
above the road
Even more sickening was the time
I was driving in the grounds of a
local Hotel and I saw from the
car what I thought were
thousands of large flies floating
just above the ground There
were literally millions and I
avoided opening the car door to
investigate in case they all came
in I drove for about 300 metres
on this track before I got out for
an appointment and to my
absolute horror I then realised
they were baby frogs There had
been heavy rain the previous night
and they had all come up from the
nearby river It was an awesome
sight to see so many frogs together
but I was so angry that I had not
identified what they were until it
was too late
Relationship difficulties Bereavement Stress
BullyingAbuse Addictions Depression
SANCTUARY COUNSELLING SERVICE WATTON
Itrsquos good to talk Counselling can help if yoursquore struggling to cope with
Sanctuary offers a confidential low-cost counselling service with professionally trained counsellors who work on a short-term or long-term basis Call us on 01953 880922 to arrange an appointment Appointments are available 6 ndash 9pm Tuesdays and 930am ndash 1pm Wednesdays Sanctuary Counselling Service is part of River Ministries (Norfolk) registered charity number 1054419
cv
James Ball SHOWROOM 49 High Street Watton
01953
883288
Very Competitive Prices Most Makes of carpets
amp Vinyl Supplied and Fitted
South Africa again with a Touch of Mozambique and Swaziland
Watton in Bloom
On Sunday 4th July on a glorious summer
morning Watton Town Mayor Mr Roy Ivory
selected the best garden for summer blooms
on behalf of the Watton Society Despite the
cold frosty Spring and two weeks of drought
in late June Mr DR and Mrs AL Ankerman
were again awarded the silver platter to hold
for a year Of course most residents are not
aware that the Mayor is about the town
judging the gardens as this as a competition
that is not formally entered The Watton
Society are happy to make this award for the
fourteenth year with the help of the Mayor the
society‟s Honorary President Ten certificates
are awarded to those gardeners reaching a
highly commended standard in recognition of
their achievements Bryan H Wykes Vice
Chairman Watton Society
Fabulous mixed media Summer Art Exhibition 15 Talented local amp regional artists will be
displaying their work in mediums to include
watercolour gouache graphite wood
textile between Saturday 7th and Saturday
21st August in the Dragonfly Gallery at
Wayland House High St Watton Opening
Times are 10am ndash 4pm weekdays 10am ndash
1pm Saturdays There will be a Preview
Evening on Friday 6th August between 7pm
and 830pm All works on display can be
purchased - the preview evening is very
popular and recommended if you are
looking to buy and there will be a free glass
of wine and nibbles Please contact Susan
Hollingworth 01953 880205 for further
information
This month we did something completely
different for our WI meeting We spent
our time walking around Watton
following clues on a bdquoMurder Mystery
Trail‟ This was of course a fictional
murder but we had tremendous fun
solving the clues and finding out some
interesting facts about the history of
Watton on the way I don‟t think it would
be fair of me to tell you who did do it as
some of you may have intentions of
following the trail yourselves We
finished up at our meeting hall where we
enjoyed refreshments
Janet Oxborough from Ashill WI then
reported on the NFWI National AGM she
had attended in Cardiff in June As
expected the resolution urging the
Government on the mandatory labelling
of meat fish and poultry with true
country of origin was carried with a very
large majority Pat thanked Janet for a
very comprehensive account of the
meeting Birthday posies were presented
to Sandra and Jan and the raffle was won
by Joyce Jan and guest Janet Oxborough
Barbara will be hosting a Macmillan
Coffee Morning on Friday 10th
September ndash a little earlier than the
official date We also received details of
the Norfolk amp Norwich Operatic
Society‟s production at the Theatre Royal
in January ndash this is to be bdquoFiddler on the
Roof‟
Next month will be a social evening in
Watton Christian Community Centre
starting at 730 pm For information about
the WI as always the number to ring is Pat
on 882275 or Barbara on 882595
Who done it
Prayer of the Heart Activities at Watton Methodist Church Comprising Christian Meditation and Bi Monthly Worship For those seeking reflective
prayer mid-week worship with a more reflective and contemporary feel and those who
enjoy exploring their faith by reading spiritual books old and new
This month Christian Meditation in the vestry 2nd and 16th August for further details
ring Joyce 01953 88667
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 16 News
She did it She did it What a brave woman Frances
Packham is jumping out of a plane and being parachuted
safely down to earth by an experienced member of the
parachute team How proud of her I was watching her
come into sight out of the clouds and landing safely on the
ground and still managing to smile to her friends and
family anxiously watching her landing Perhaps it was a
grimace but we were all cheering and toasting her safe
return in champagne supplied by her partner Charles
Frances did this brave deed to do something special for
her 60th Birthday and at the same time to raise funds for
the local Charity Big C in memory of her friend Jim
Scrymgeour I am pleased to say that he knew she was
doing it for big C but when he died before the event he
would have been so touched by her thoughts for him
Sponsorship money is still coming in but to date Frances
has raised around pound1000 There is still time to donate to
Big C and donations can be left at the Wayland
Partnership Office
When Jim Scrymgeour died after losing his battle with
cancer with myself and our two sons Alan and Barrie at
his bedside we were grateful for all the prayers said for
him during his illness which I am sure kept him free from
pain right to the end As a family we were completely
overwhelmed by the cards (over 200) letters and flowers
sent to us with the messages that he was regarded as a
friendly funny person and always the gentleman At his
funeral there wasnt a seat to be had in the church He
would have been as overwhelmed as we were and I thank
everyone who took the time to come and pay their
respects The total sent by the undertakers to Big C was
pound81225
I have lots of thanks to make to the Doctors and nurses at
the Colney Centre to Dr Muller and Dr Kim the trainee
who were wonderful to Rosie from McMillan nurses to
the district nurses at Watton who were so supportive to
both of us who made him very comfortable and never
complained about his attitude to taking medication I have
to thank all our friends who were there for us and for me
since Jim has gone To the love and support I have felt
from my lovely customers at Top to Toe and a
very special thank you to my staff Alan
Gosia Kay and Rosemary who held
everything together running the shop in my
absence
To my brother and my brother in law for their
love lastly to God for giving me two
wonderful sons Alan and Barrie who with
their partners have been there for me as I
mourn the loss of my husband of 42 Years
He lived for those he loved And those he
loved remembered Marilyn Scrymgeour
HJC Ltd Motor Engineers
Servicing amp MOT preparation to all makes of
modern cars amp light commercials
Tyres Exhausts amp Batteries supplied and fitted
Courtesy cars available
Ask for Steve at 5 Linmore Court Threxton Rd
Industrial Estate Watton
Tel 01953 889924
Howlett - Rook
The wedding took place at Dereham Registry Office on the 11 th June of Mr
Wayne Howlett son of Barbara and Bryan Howlett of Holden Close
Oulton Broad and Miss Emma Rook daughter of Cathy and Colin Rook of
Hunters Oak Watton
The Bride was given away by her father and wore a Baby Pink dress She was
attended by Josie Mel Becky Summer and sisters Hollie and Debbie were
present The Best Man was Mr Reece Howlett and Kev and Rob were Ushers
The couple honeymooned for short break in London which will be followed
by a family holiday to Disney World in Florida at Christmas
What a star she is
Low Maintenance Gardens
Designed amp Built
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Patios ~ Paths ~ Fencing ~ Shingle Drives Seeding ~ Turfing Etc
Photos and References always available For a Quality Job amp Free Quote
Phone Tim Luxton on 01603 880184 wwwtimluxtonlandscapingcouk
The Wayland Show The Annual Wayland Show will be held on
Sunday 1st August just outside Watton on the
Brandon Road Last year‟s show was
acclaimed in the press and by many as the
best ever with fantastic weather record
attendance and more exhibitors competitors
and attractions than before It raised a total of
pound7150 for local charities
Among other things featuring in the Grand
Ring this year will be Jive Pony This unique
show has the lot with vaulting dancing
acting costume changes and amazing riding
skills Other very popular attractions are the
Bob Hogg Sheepdog Display West Norfolk
Foxhounds Trinity Foot Beagles and not
forgetting Cyril the Squirrel Racing Terriers
and Mid Norfolk Gundogs
New for 2010 is the Lifestyle Marquee and
planned attractions are a fashion show
cookery demos floral displays hair and
beauty exhibitions and a stunning dance
performance with the chance to relax and take
it all in while enjoying afternoon tea
Our livestock classes are well attended and of
a very high standard and with in-hand and
ridden classes the show is a chance to see
some of our best local Show Horses This year
we also welcome retrained Racehorses and
Working Hunters for the first time We are
also running clear round show jumping
The Wayland Agricultural Society Young
Achiever of the Year 2010 award recognises
outstanding dedication and contribution to
agriculture horticulture wildlife or any other
rural related sector or industry Entrants must
be under 21 years of age and the winner will
be announced prior to the Show and presented
with their award on the day The award is
sponsored by Weco Engineering of Watton
Radio Norfolk and Wayland Radio will be
broadcasting from the showground during the
day The organising Committee also recently
presented a cheque for pound1094100 to The
Nelsons Journey Charity from funds raised at
their annual Dinner Dance Nelsons Journey is
a Norwich based charity which supports
bereaved children and young people under the
age of 18yrs living in Norfolk
As mentioned in last month‟s edition
of the Mid-Norfolk Times Wayland
House in Watton High Street home of
the Wayland Partnership offers a wide
range of services and support to the
Wayland community as a whole We
are constantly striving to increase the
range of services but recognise that it
is vital that the community is made
aware of these services
Firstly we have an ldquoopen doorrdquo policy
and anyone is welcome to drop by to
find out what we offer This can range
from bus pass applications
appointments with the Registrar the
Wayland Community Bank to
exhibitions and events throughout the
year We also submit articles to the
Times and regularly have a slot on
Wayland Radio
However as the local population
grows we want to ensure that
newcomers are included and made
aware of the information and support
they can get from Wayland House For
those with access to the internet you
might be interested in knowing that the
Partnership now has three websites
covering all the areas and activities we
are involved inThe current Partnership
site is wwwwaylandorguk but this is
currently being updated and the new
site will be launched soon Try
wwwthewaylanddragonflygalleryco
uk where you will find current and
forthcoming exhibitions examples of
local artists work for sale within the
Gallery shop
Finally for the business community
we have waylandbusinesscentrecouk
which contains a wealth of valuable
information and links to additional
information We also issue regular
Email Information Bulletins to some
400 local businesses and if you don‟t
already receive them let us know and
we will add you to the database (see
contact details below) Also have a
look at
waylandbusinesscentreblogspotcom
which provides your business with a
chance to share your expertise and
knowledge with a larger audience It
gives you a valuable opportunity to
network and is particularly useful for
sole traders and those who work from
home
You can see us at the Wayland Show
on 1st August where we will be
sharing a stand with the Wayland
Community Bank If you are there
please drop by and see us
We will be submitting regular news
and information to the Times as it
gives us good coverage and is
delivered widely in the area However
for more information on the services
and facilities available from Wayland
House and the Wayland Business
Centre call in to our reception phone
us on 01953 880204 or mail to
iainwaylandorguk
News from the Wayland Partnership
Picture Breckland Photographic
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 17
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Holme Hale Pavilion
Summer Fete Saturday 7th August
10am -- 430pm Cake Stall Refreshments Beer
Tent Lots of Childrens games and also for Adults Grand Draw BBQ
(local butcher) Rescue Greyhounds
Institute Advanced Motorists Bouncy Castle also ladies have
your nails amp toenails painted and much much more
All welcome come enjoy
It‟s that time of year again at the
time of writing we are in the middle
of Quilts Three our third annual
exhibition courtesy of the Wayland
Partnership in the Dragonfly Gallery
at Wayland House It gives an
opportunity for others to see exactly
what we do hack tack and stuff With
a name like that we are obviously not
bdquojust another sewing group‟ This
year we were worried about having
enough work to exhibit and then had
far more than we could show The
exhibition opened at 10 o‟clock on
Saturday the 10th July continuing
until the 17th Half way through the
week over one hundred and fifty
visitors had been counted Work on
show included not only quilts of all
sizes but also fabric boxes cushions
bags toys and other examples of the
members‟ crafts made for personal
use and as gifts There were examples
of the Heart cushions given to people
who have had surgery for breast
cancer and quilts for ill
and traumatised
children and teenagers
distributed through the
Norfolk branch of
ProjectLinus There was
a raffle donations box
and articles for sale
Proceeds will go
towards materials for
items for these charities
There will be more
details in the next
edition
Meanwhile meetings
and demonstrations
continued normally including an
excellent example of the latter
featuring a variety of borders by
two clever ladies This was so well
organised that members were
provided with pieces of pre-cut
fabrics so there was no excuse for
not bdquohaving a go‟ We are all fired
with enthusiasm and likely to put
borders on everything I suggest
partners check their shirts and
trousers
The group does not meet in August
but will be back on Tuesday the
14th September at 7 pm in the
Watton Christian Community
Centre for the beginning of another
session meanwhile members and
non-members can check our Blog
at httphtsqgroupblogspotcom
to see what is happening over the
next few months This features a
calendar which has details up until
the end of the year It is also
updated very regularly If you are
not online phone Sue Hart on
01362 822536
Hackers Tackers and Stuffers
Last year Alan Smiths Birthday
present from his daughter and son in
law (Kerry and Chris Varley) was a
book written about some mature men
walking the coast2coast It was so
inspiring and amusing to read that
soon several other people including
his wife (Gill) and 2 close friends
(Tim and Carol Suthers) had also
been inspired and enjoyed the read
All 6 of us enjoy our walks and
encouraged by the two youngest
(Chris amp Kerry) who have done this
before they decided to take up the
challenge From St Bees on the west
coast to Robin‟s Hood Bay on the
east coast some 192 miles in 13 days
will be covered in August this year as
their annual holiday Whilst doing
this they have been encouraged by a
few people to make it an event to
raise money for charity
They thought it would be nice to
support a local charity in East Anglia
and have chosen the East Anglian Air
Ambulance Registered Charity
1083876 They are a 365 day-a-year life-
saving service across Bedfordshire
Cambridgeshire Peterborough Norfolk
and Suffolk The charity is independent
of government and National Lottery
funding and is entirely dependent on
fund-raising and contributions To keep
its two air ambulances flying and to
provide the advanced medical
equipment they carry over pound3 million
per year has to be raised The group
thought it would be good to offer their
support to the EAAA in making this
walk not just their holiday and
challenge but also an event to raise
some cash to help them in their work
Gill also contacted the organisation to
see if they could visit and see first-hand
one of the helicopters and the staff of
EAAA who offer such a valuable and
life-saving service
On average the EAAA are called to
four incidents every day life
threatening situations such as road
traffic accidents incidents involving
people in inaccessible places and
cardiac arrests Because of the
advanced skills drugs and equipment
found on board and being able to
access places impossible for a land
ambulance the EAAA can make the
difference
Will you help us to help them in their
work To make a donation and offer
your support you can visit httpwwwjustgivingcomcoast2coastthevarleyssuthersandsmiths
Birthday Day Present Inspires 3 Couples to take up a Challenge
From left to right Chris Varley Alan Smith Gill Smith
Kerry Varley Carol Suthers and Tim Suthers
At Wayland Scout Group we
started the month with a Family
Day the Cubs and Scouts cooked
lunch for over 50 people to
celebrate our first AGM Parents
siblings Leaders and the District
Commissioner John Sweeney
were treated to dips and cruditeacutes
Southern Fried Chicken rice and
beans and salads followed by
apple pie and custard
All the young people did a fantastic
job creating a delicious meal made
even better by the wonderful weather
Following a cricket match we were
joined by Rev Geoff Garrett from St
May‟s Church who dedicated our
new flags for us
The afternoon was finished in fine
style with a wonderful array of
homemade cakes and a cup of tea
The Leaders would like to pass on
their thanks to everyone for their
wonderful support and help
The Cubs recently enjoyed a craft
night creating robots form junk
including turning one Cub into an
android by creating an amazing
costume for him
This term the Scouts have been
working towards their Global
Challenge including looking at
different traditions around the
world As it is nearly the end of
term they had plenty of fun
making a traditional Fez with
maybe a nod to Doctor Who who
has recently made the hats cool
The Scout Troop has also been
challenged by the local Rotarians to
have a camp using only a Shelter Box
tent and the emergency equipment
provided in the box Of course they
have accepted the challenge and will
be holding this
camp in mid-
August Our aim
is to be
sponsored so we
can raise enough
money be able
to buy a Shelter
Box for the
charity If you
would like to
sponsor us
please contact
Theresa Cutts on 01953 884243
or email
waylandscoutsgooglemailcom for
more information
At a recent event hosted by the
County Commissioner Richard
Butler the Leaders were also
presented with certificates to
congratulate them on opening a
successful Cub Pack Scout Troop
and building a Leadership team
We are also looking forward to a
4 day activity camp in August
with the rest of South West
Norfolk District If you are
interested in finding out more
about Scouting in Watton please
email us on the address above
AGM Androids and Fezs
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 18 News
Ashill Food amp Wine 1 Hale Road Ashill
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Fresh Seasonal Vegetables Home Produced Pork
01953 483 375
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL SHOPS
And get your copy of the Mid-Norfolk Times at these businesses
Available for Hire
Wells Cole Community Centre
Bell Lane Saham Toney The ideal place to book for any event - Large Hall Small Hall Kitchen Catering and Bar all available for Wedding Receptions Birthday Parties Dances amp Discos Meetings Jumble
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Visit our Social Club - Bar open every Wednesday and Friday from
730pm onwards
Donrsquot Delay - Book Today
01953 882 498
The bdquoAttleborough Players‟ amateur
dramatic society has been entertaining
people in the locality for more than 35
years with shows pantomimes plays
concerts and we are currently
rehearsing a musical play to feature a
group of our very talented younger
members to be staged in October
Since present day legislation has strict
demands for separate changing
facilities for adults and youngsters we
now have an additional burden on our
already strained finances
The society is a registered charity and
finances have been maintained at a
respectable level by staging shows
and our popular bdquoFish bdquon‟ Quiz‟
evenings on a regular basis hopefully
we will be presenting another quiz in
November Ticket prices have been
kept at a very competitive pound5 for most
of our shows takings which go
mostly towards running costs the rest
into a dwindling bank account In
these days of drastic belt tightening
we prefer to keep the cost of tickets
low to benefit our audiences This
means of course that our pool of
monetary assets has developed a
steady leak
We are looking for any business or
individual willing to sponsor us
Sponsorship would guarantee
programme and poster advertising to a
negotiable degree while private
individuals would benefit by free
tickets to any of our events of their
choice
Any business or private individual
willing to help us in this way please
contact our treasurer Anne
Greenwood ndash Tel 01953 455022
With our ever increasing membership
particularly of teenagers we think the
bdquoAttleborough Players‟ is a
worthwhile concern to keep running
on an even keel We hope you do too
The Players need your help
Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles By popular request the PHIL
BROOKPETE OXBOROUGH
JAZZ QUARTET are returning to
St Margarets church Breckles on
FRIDAY 17th SEPTEMBER at 730
pm The Quartet also features Ivars
Galenieks bass and Bob Dore
drums Tickets are pound1250 to
include refreshments and can be
obtained from Margaret Morfoot
Telehone 01953 498286 There will
be a beer and wine bar from 7 pm
This is a very popular evening All
proceeds for the upkeep of St
Margarets Church Breckles
Breckles is on the B1111 4 miles
north of the A11B1111 junction
Watton Ballroom Dancing Association
Queenrsquos Hall Watton 8pm till 11pm
Admission pound350
Saturday August 7th Mike 01953 882799
Wayland High School Students‟ British Science Association CREST Award
Twelve Year 9 students at
Wayland High School have
received the British Science
Association‟s CREST award for
designing and producing industry
standard batik artwork bags It is
the first time that the school has
entered the CREST awards
facilitated by The Exchange
(Norfolk Education Business
Partnership) who provided a small
bursary to support the batik
project Photograph of the students
with Batik bags and certificates
attached
Jan Cockburn from The Exchange
who visited the school to present
the awards at a Year 9 assembly
said Congratulations to the
students who carried out the batik
project You have shown great
enthusiasm for the subject and
fully deserve the national
recognition provided by a British
Science Association CREST
award
Val Wenham teacher and batik
artist who led the project said
The students learned the full batik
process including use of wax and
dyes initially experimenting on
paper before developing their
designs for the bags They created
designs that could be reproduced
on an industrial basis and studied
the technological and commercial
side of working in batik
Sadly one of the awards was
presented posthumously Alastair
Codling who also took part in the
batik project received his twin
sister Claire‟s award Claire
passed away earlier this year
For more information about the
work of The Exchange see
wwwnorfolk-exchangeorguk or
tel 01953 601439
For more information about British
Science Association CREST
Awards see
wwwbritishscienceassociationorg
webccafCREST
Pictured left to right are - Back Ellis Stone Harrison Cutts Sophie Shaw Ben Rees Martha Watts Stephanie
Parker Lauren Symons Megan Kennedy Front Alistair Codling Cameron Goldie Sam Beckwith
Our meeting in July had a
slightly different format to the
usual system We held a coffee
and chat event and we accepted a
cheque on behalf of Diabetes
UK for pound1136 presented by the
former chairman of Breckland
District Council
John Rogers The chairman of
our group Ron Thompson
accepted the cheque and said that
the money would be used by
Diabetes UK to help to fund
holidays for children with
Diabetes Councillor John
Rogers was warmly thanked
(Please see separate article for
picture page 14)
At our next meeting on August
9th two of our members will be
talking about the work they do
with the Retired Greyhound
Trust They are going to be
bringing a couple of their four
legged friends too John and Rod
will be suitably tethered to stop
them straying around the tables
and getting in the dogs way
The meeting starts at 1015am at
the Pentecostal Church Watton
(whom we thank for the use of
their facilities) all welcome For
further details about the group or
any of the meetings please
phone Helen 01953 884713 and
leave a message and I will get
back to you as soon as I can
We are have a special meeting on
the 13th September when we are
very fortunate to have as our
speaker Richard Lane OBE
President of Diabetes UK Some of
our members met Richard for the
first time last year and were very
taken by him and his frankness and
honesty about his Diabetes and
what has happened to him He is a
very interesting man and we are
very lucky he is available to come
and speak to us
We will be providing a light buffet
lunch for this meeting at a cost of pound5
per head and we would be pleased to
invite you to join us Because we
need to know numbers for the
catering arrangements please could
you phone David 01362 696781
before August 9th if you would like
to attend this special meeting
Watton amp District Group - Diabetes UK
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 19
Poet‟s Place Poet‟s Place is open once more to all readers to
submit their own work for publication All
contributions are welcome and will be printed
unedited for reader‟s enjoyment
A GOOD DEAL
When I‟m watching the birds in our garden
Little lambs that gambol in fields
I thank God I have such perception
This is what I would call a good deal
A small child with a smile that is wistful and shy
And a look to melt hearts made of steel
With a grasp of tiny soft fingers
Makes me realise what a good deal
Our cat usually independent and strong
Purrs around at my feet rubs my heel
I know it‟s because he wants feeding
He knows he is on a good deal
When dining out at a pub or cafeacute
I go where they serve a fine meal
With the atmosphere right and excellent food
Best of all I will get a good deal
Shopping in town for my clothing
Can be such a blinking ordeal
I go and intend not to overspend
And resolve I will get a good deal
Deciding on presents for Christmas
Then doing my best to conceal
The parcels I‟ve bought for each person
It‟s fine to receive a good deal
The flowers that grow in my garden
I planted in Spring with such zeal
Are now blooming so bright with such colours
I can see I have got a good deal
When I meet with my friends for a bridge game
My excitement I try to conceal
When the cards that I hold help me win lots of points
It‟s because I‟ve been dealt a good deal
Edith Pleasance copy 290906
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And get your copy of the Mid-Norfolk Times at these businesses
Great Ellingham Village Stores amp PO
Long St Gt Ellingham 01953 452 155
Post Office Fresh Bread amp Milk Daily
Rocklands Post Office amp Stores
The Street Rocklands 01953 483 217
Car Tax Lottery Fresh Milk
Quick Stop Church Street Attleborough
01953 458 036 Italian Wines 2 for pound5 Wide range
of Polish Foods available
Old Buckenham Stores The Green Old Buckenham
01953 860210 If you purchase goods from the shop costing over pound50 (excluding the post office cigarettes lottery and Paypoint) in one transaction then you will be entitled to claim a bottle of Italian wine (worth pound5)
Lovells Post Office amp Stores
Market Place New Buckenham
01953 860 351
Village Stores Market Street East Harling
01953 718115 A wide range of products in stock
Anne and Kevin Ledgard
Londis News Extra
High Street Attleborough (Opposite Sainsburys)
01953 453 257 Newspapers amp magazines
Wide range of confectionery tobacconist Wide range of Wines Beers and Spirits
Londis Banham 01953 887320
Your Local Village Supermarket
Watton University of the Third Age (U3A) Forty eight members enjoyed the tour
of North Norfolk by train and coach
A superb cream tea at Bircham
Windmill rounded off the tour in style
The next trip is a tour of the Fens with
a professional guide on Friday 17th
September The booking list is now
open contact Ron on 01953 889951
The Croquet Group is now playing at
the Watton Sports Centre on a
Tuesday afternoon New players
would be most welcome including
visitors (potential new members) For
playing times contact Margaret on
01953 882136 Alan Bickers is the
new Leader of the Pub Lunch Group
who will have their first meeting on
Thursday 12th August
Next venue for the Garden Visits
Group is Dunbheagan House near
Dereham with music in the afternoon
and teas in aid of the St Johns
Ambulance Meet at 130pm in the
Queens Hall car park Transport can
be arranged Contact Susan on 01953
881373
The next monthly meeting is on
Thursday 26th August when the
speaker will be Barbara Miller with
ldquoNorwich over the Waterrdquo
The Membership Secretary can be
contacted on 01953 885358 For
further information on the National
U3A go to wwwu3aorg
On Thursday 24th June the
announcement was made in London of
the winner of this year‟s Carnegie
medal That prize has been awarded by
children‟s librarians almost every year
since 1936 for an outstanding book for
children and young people Since 23rd
April when the short-list was
announced 50000 children in schools
all over Britain have been reading the
eight novels - nearly 3000 pages of
high quality fiction Thirty of those
very dedicated readers met on the same
day in Attleborough High School
Library to spend two hours in lively
debate with their guests from Old
Buckenham High School sustained by
strawberries cheese straws and home-
made cakes
The event organised by the school‟s
librarian Helen Gage greatly engaged
the students and staff and much heated
argument about which was the best of
the books on the list ensued The group
voted for their own choice of winner
took lots of photographs and then at
the time stipulated by the Carnegie‟s
national organisers opened the
envelope containing the name of the
winning title Neil Gaiman‟s bdquoThe graveyard book‟ Of the gathering in Attleborough High School‟s
library student Ellie Halls (pictured above) was the only one who had firmly backed that choice In
November the long-list for next year‟s award will be published ndash and the whole wonderful process
will begin again We can‟t wait
Carnegie medal celebration the Attleborough High School big debate
Wayland Happy Circle Our July meeting was a social afternoon with a Beetle Drive followed by a Strawberry Tea Shirley
welcomed 25 members and 1 visitor and seven birthday cards were distributed Our former President
is making good progress and we hope to see her back amongst us soon
Shirley organised the Beetle Drive the first session being won by Molly and Maureen and the second
by Jenny Two of members Margaret and Jenny had prepared the strawberries and cream and these
were enjoyed by all with shortbread and a cuppa The usual raffle was held to close the afternoon
25 members and guests will be going on the outing in July and tea will be taken at Elveden Visitor
Centre followed by a tour of the Stanta Training Area
Our next meeting will be on 3rd August when Tina Cruz will talk to us about Portuguese cooking
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 20 News
July 1st ndash The day that Rotary
Clubs all over the world install their
new presidents And this year
Watton was no exception Outgoing
president Richard Akister handed
over to new president Doctor Mike
Harvey (see pic) Health problems
caused Mike to take early
retirement as a general practitioner
and having come to Norfolk and
settled in Shipdham some 5 years
ago he was introduced to the
Watton Rotary Club and thought it
would be a good platform and outlet
for his considerable energy and
skill He was an instigator of the
Watton Club‟s very
successful fundraising
drive in support of the
bdquoBalloons for Hearts‟
initiative in 20078 With
the help of 2 other Rotary
Clubs pound5300 was raised
and a giant cheque was
presented to the campaign
coordinator We hear that
the cheque is still on
display in the cardiac
reception area at the
NNUH Mike intends to
continue his ministry of the
Watton Club with a
medical flavour
As a prelude to the presidential
handover in both clubs Watton
Inner Wheel and Rotary Clubs
joined forces and held a most
successful bdquoround the houses‟ or
bdquosafari‟ supper Changing sets of 3
or 4 couples rotate around each of
several members‟ houses for the
various courses of an evening meal
with everyone landing up at the
President‟s house for the final
course and a bit of party time
Following our visit to New South
Wales Australia last year the
Watton Club is hosting the first part
of the return Rotary international
friendship exchange in September
Eight couples from various places
in NSW are expected they will stay
with Watton members for a few
days before moving on to be hosted
by Rotarians of various other
Rotary clubs throughout Norfolk
and Suffolk More about this next
month Martin Anscombe
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During a debate about jobs and
unemployment on July 7th I made my
maiden speech in the House of Commons
I have focussed my column this month on
the content and inspirations for the speech
in which I set out why I am so passionate
about representing our area
Maiden speeches have a long tradition in
the Commons and new MPs usually
don‟t involve themselves in debates in the
House until they have made theirs
Maidens give new MPs a chance to talk
about their constituency and to outline
some of the issues they aim to work on
I focused my speech on three key
themes the need for a more local
approach to jobs and housing how the
politically correct bdquorights‟ culture
ignores traditional values and the need
for a better politics
The Rural Way of Life
Living and running a business locally I
know how life in rural England has been
overlooked I know how our traditional
values are too often denigrated and how
Norfolk has become increasingly
marginalised
ldquoTackling that sense of marginalisation
in order to unlock the talents and
aspirations of its people are the
central theme of my work as [an] MP
The people of Mid Norfolk feel
marginalised by the decision-making
process and too often forced to change
in ways that they have neither chosen
nor like The small local voluntary and
rural is all too often crowded out by the
big national professional and urban
[R]ural Britain has been especially
hard hit by unemployment during this
recession and my constituency has
pockets of rural deprivation which are
often hidden Pensioner poverty can
be especially invisible
ldquoPost offices pubs and village shops
close while more and more people are
forced to commute increasing distances
from the mass housing estates that have
been forced on our market towns and
councilsrdquo
ldquoThe people of Mid Norfolk sent me
here to speak up for them so I shall
[They] have found themselves
increasingly powerless in the face of a
tidal wave of legislation and big
government from Europe Whitehall
and unaccountable regional quangos
Many worry that our culture has been
hijacked by an increasingly intolerant
politically correct anything goes
multiculturalism which seems to have
too little respect for the longer
traditions of tolerance personal
freedom and responsibility embedded in
our traditional heritage By pumping
the bellows of local empowerment I
believe that we can reignite the embers
of a culture which can and should be
allowed to coexist with metropolitan
Britain to mutual benefitrdquo
Economic opportunities
Having run my ldquoNorfolk Wayrdquo campaign
for over three years I know how urgently
we need new jobs and opportunities in
Mid Norfolk Average wages here are low
and I wanted to focus on how we can
reignite our economy and strengthen local
communities and services
ldquoIn my three-year candidacy I insisted
on another way we call it the Norfolk
way a vision of a vibrant rural society
based on a renaissance of rural
enterprise smaller pockets of mixed
housing spread more fairly and
sustainably fast-growing small
businesses and jobs back in our villages
and towns less commuting a richer
mix of ages and blue and white-collar
jobs in active communities
ldquoSome may ask Where are those new
jobs and businesses to come from Let
me tell the House Situated between
Norwich and Cambridge are two of the
worlds leading centres of scientific
research and innovation in food
biomedicine and the clean
technologies all of which are so vital
to the global challenges that we face
Mid Norfolk is perfectly positioned to
become a hub of entrepreneurial
activity and new jobs With the world-
leading John Innes centre the Institute
of Food Research world-class
agriculture and high-tech engineering
along the A11 corridor we can lead
those new economic sectors on which
we will increasingly dependrdquo
ldquoAs someone who came to politics after
a 15-year career in creating new
technology businesses I hope to be able
to put my experience to good use in that
area However that revolution cannot
happen without two essential things
new models of investment in
infrastructure including the A11 rural
broadband and rail links and some
local leadershiprdquo
Giving People Responsibility
I believe in giving local communities
power Residents in a village know the
problems they have and usually know
how to solve them better than somebody
in an office miles away During my
speech I called for a new approach
ldquoThe stale post-war model of statist
centralisation and dependence on the
Whitehall handout has failed Norfolk
Rural Britain is the repository of
some important virtues that our modern
culture has neglected a deep belief in
self-help and responsibility an
insistence that everybody in a
community has a role and the rejection
of a shallow media cultures obsession
with celebrity and a love of the small
the different and the local These are
qualities that are deeply rooted in the
English character
ldquoAt the heart of this manifesto is a big
idea that citizenship is forged
through the empowering act of the
state granting responsibility to its
citizens That is the central idea which
has brought me into politics as a
Conservative and which I am delighted
is once again the idea at the heart of
modern Conservatism and this
coalitionrdquo
It was an honour to make my maiden on
behalf of the people of Mid Norfolk and
if you would like a full transcript of the
speech please email
Georgefreemanmpparliamentuk or
watch the video of the speech on my
website wwwgeorgefreemancouk
The Westminster View
George Freeman is the Conservative MP
for Mid-Norfolk The object of this
column is to help readers stay in touch
with their MP - it is not intended as a
reflection of the political views of anyone
associated with the Mid Norfolk Times
Watton Rotary Roundup
People for Animal Care Trust
(PACT) and Caine Lloyd of
Lloyd Engineering in Watton are
organising an adventure to climb
Mount Kilimanjaro in spring
2011 The intention is to raise
funds for PACT through
sponsorship and to have some fun
doing so
My name is Geoff Bell and I am
one of the people who are taking
part in this Challenge I have the
funds for my part in this challenge
but I fell it would be good to raise
funds for PACT as well
Through the Kili Challenge
PACT will receive funding to
build much needed additional
kennels to house the regular
influx of animals they have
PACT is based in Woodrising
and work hard to ensure the
welfare of animals in Norfolk
PACT‟s web-site is
wwwpactsanctuaryorg and more
information about them can be
obtained from there With your
kind help it would be a great
honour and privilege to extend
my support for PACT by taking
part in this challenge and to be of
help and support to one of the
loves in my life
If you would like to sponsor me
to take part in this challenge and
raise much needed funding for
PACT then please contact me
through Facebook or ring me on
01953-882925 For more
information you can ring PACT
on 01362 820775 or Caine on
01953 881255 I will also be
holding three public collection
days for this outside the Co-op in
Watton on the 18th August 15th
September and 13th October
Thank you for your support
The Kili Challenge in aid of PACT
Picture Supplied
Church Times and Puzzle
Watton Churches Together Service Calendar for August 2010
St Maryrsquos Church Watton 1st 3rd amp 4th Wednesday at 930am Holy Communion
2nd Wednesday Morning Worship Church Office opens Tues
Wed amp Thurs 9am-1pm Tel 01953 881252
margaretchurchadmfreeservecouk wwwstmaryswattonorg
Sun 1st 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
530pm Choral Evensong
Sun 8th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
Sun 15th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Sun 22nd 800am Holy Communion
1000am All Age Worship
12 noon Holy Baptism
630pm Praise and Worship with Shine
Sun 29th 800am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Watton Methodist Church Every Wednesday the Church is open for quiet reflection and
prayer between 1000am amp 1200noon
Itrsquos your quiet place At 1030 there is a half-hour Midweek
Service in the Large Vestry led by the Minister or a Church
Member wwwwattonmethodistbtikcom
Sun 1st 1045am Rev Barbara Winner Holy Communion
630pm Rev Brian Eagle
Sun 8th 1045am Mr Richard Hompstead
630pm Mrs Janet Roebuck
Sun 15th 1045am Mrs Sonia Mann
630pm Mr Brian Lawrence
Sun 22nd 1045am Mrs Elsie Warby
630pm Revd Barbara Winner Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1100am Section Service at Saham Hills
Mr John Winner
630pm Rev Brian Eagle Holy Communion
Roman Catholic Community Each Sat 530pm Mass at Watton Methodist Church
Pentecostal Church Dereham Road Watton There is a Noahs Ark Sunday and Kings Kids for children
during the Sunday morning services
Sun 1st 1030am Morning Service with guest speakers
Christian amp Ann Fernandez from La Rochelle France
Sun 8th 1030am Family Service amp Doughnuts
600pm Prayer amp Praise with guest speaker
Dama Safari from Shalom Africa
Sun 15th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Freed from your past‟
Sun 22nd 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Made in God‟s image‟
600pm Prayer and Praise
Sun 29th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoChanged by love‟
St Nicholasrsquo Church Ashill Tuesdays 1000am Said Holy Communion
Sun 1st 930am Lay Led Morning Worship
Sun 8th 930am Morning Worship
Sun 15th 930am All Age Worship
Sun 22nd 930am Holy Communion
St Georgersquos Church Saham Toney Sun 1st 1030am Benefice Service of Holy Communion
Sun 8th 1100am Morning Worship and Holy Baptism
Sun 15th 1100am Pet Service
1230pm Holy Baptism
Sun 22nd 1100am Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1030am Group Service of Holy Communion
SS Peter amp Paulrsquos Church Carbrooke Sun 8th 1030am All Age Worship
Sun 15th 1030am Holy Communion
Sun 22nd 1030am Lay Led Morning Worship
1230pm Holy Baptism
St John the Evangelist Church Ovington Thursdays 800am Said Holy Communion
Sun 8th 12 noon Pet Service
Sun 22nd 930am Lay Led All Age Worship
Breckles Caston Great Hockham Griston Merton Stow Bedon
Thompson
Worship Calendar August 2010
Sunday 1st August
1030 am United Holy Communion Thompson
Sunday 8TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Breckles
(Patronal Festival)
Sunday 15TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Gt Hockham
1030 am United Holy Communion Caston
Sunday 22ND August 900 am Holy Communion (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Gt Hockham
Sunday 29TH August
1030 am United Holy Communion Griston
Sunday 5TH September
1030 am United Holy Communion Stow Bedon
Our Pram Service Sunday Club amp WAY youth group
will resume in September
Enquiries The Revd Bob Nichols Tel (01953) 483222
Email revbobnicholsgmailcom
All Saints Church Threxton Sunday 1st August at 10 am
Scribble Pad
Across 7 One looking for riches (76) 8 Something to keep the claws in shape (8) 9 An assistant would be an idea (4) 10 Snap a biscuit for Christmas (7) 12 This clue might lead you the wrong way (5) 14 Fused fuse (5) 16 Feminine pronoun (7) 19 A phaser setting used by Captain Kirk (4) 20 A reserve supply to be drawn on (8) 22 but loose (553)
Down 1 A bright star from Avon (4) 2 Slopey writing (6) 3 infield pagan (7) 4 as chips said the chick (5) 5 Inherited (6) 6 Use this to change names (44) 11 Compared to a relation (8) 13 Earth shaking (7) 15 Of the coldest season (6) 17 How warm snow goes (6) 18 The sound of teddy bears (5) 21 Burn to charcoal (4)
PUZZLE CORNER
pound10 PRIZE CROSSWORD
Would you like to win a pound10 Voucher to spend Simply complete
the crossword on the right and drop it in to The Wayland News bin
at (or post it to) Adcocks 32 High Street Watton Norfolk IP25
6AE before the paper deadline All correct entries will be put into a
draw and the winner will receive a pound10 voucher to spend In the
event of any dispute the decision of the Editor will be final The
clues are a mix of cryptic and easy with one or two anagrams
thrown in just to make it more interesting
The correct solution will be published in the next issue
Last Month‟s Puzzle The winner of last month‟s pound10 prize was Mrs S Dockray of
Nelson Court Watton Well done Mrs Dockray
Thought for the month By Rev Barbara Winner Methodist Church Well the World Cup was disappointing for some of us and so
was Wimbledon There doesn‟t seem much to celebrate Or is
there
There was once a speaker who started off one of his talks by
showing everyone in the audience a pound50 note It was a crisp
new note He asked the room full of people who would like
the pound50 and it was no surprise that most hands went up He
then proceeded to crumple the note up in his hand and then
asked who still wanted it The hands stayed up Next he
dropped the note on the ground and started to grind the note
with his shoe When he picked it up it was dirty and
crumpled When he asked who still wanted it the hands stayed
up Well of course they did ndash just because it was crumpled
and dirty didn‟t prevent it being worth the pound50 just as it had
been in the beginning when he started his talk The note was
still of value ndash the value hadn‟t changed
We are in a time of change and cuts and we don‟t quite know
what‟s coming next But whatever cuts and changes come
however much we feel the effects our value as people has not
changed Life throws all sorts of things at us and we can end
up feeling crumpled and trodden on In God‟s eyes we are
loved and precious ndash valuable And no amount of cuts
changes and troubles will change this God‟s love for us is a
pure gift ndash it is not subject to cuts and change We read in the
Bible that God so loved the world that he gave his son that we
might have life And what‟s more it is a gift freely given
Now that really is worth celebrating
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 22 News
MOTs pound3500 VEHICLES FROM V 99 ONWARDS pound40 FOR OLDER VEHICLES
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Tel 01362 820416
Has Your PC Slipped a Disc Netted a virus Mouse trapped and
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For all manner of computer repairs and support
Call Julian Horn on 01953 881885 ldquoSilver Surferrdquo support a speciality
SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEAS Hosted by St Maryrsquos Church in August
Sunday 15th August Christian Community Centre 230pm until 4pm All
welcome - please come along and bring family and friends
Watton United FC have begun
preparing for life in Anglian
Combination Division 1 by
appointing ex - Diss and Watton
player Paul Nicholls to assist with
training and match days whilst he
awaits his return to football from a
serious injury Manager Vince
Harwood has welcomed his return
to the club in a coaching capacity
and hopes his experience at a
higher level will improve the
young players currently at the club
Further changes behind the scenes
include the appointment of Ian
Hunt and Christian Hayward to
assist with running the reserve
team this season and they are
encouraging any new players to
attend training on Wednesday
nights at Watton Sports Centre
(7pm start)
The club has also arranged a number
of Preseason friendlies for the first
team all at home versus Watton
United 18s Dersingham Rovers
(Friday 6th August) and Thetford
Rovers (Wednesday 11th August)
kicking off at 645pm Their first
league fixture is a local derby away
at Wymondham Town on Tuesday
17th August
The reserves new management
team are looking forward to home
games against Thetford Rovers
Reserves (Wednesday 4th August)
and an unnamed team (Friday 13th
August) before their season starts
on Thursday 19th August away at
Mattishall Reserves All games
Kick off at 645pm
The club also have a number of
advertising opportunities available
this season with programme
adverts and advertising boards at
the ground all priced at pound50 for the
season Anyone interested should
contact Paul Woods on
07917361762 or email
infowattonunitedfccouk
Getting ready for the new season
For a small very rural bowls club
Ashill has exceeded all expectations
this year Our men reached the
quarterfinals of the Bales Cup and
Peter Bunn Colin Breeze Bob Hall
and Alan Willer reached the same
stage in the Norfolk County Fours The
men also lie 2nd in the Central North
Division just a half point behind
Thetford The ladies section not to be
outdone have also faired very well
Chris Bailey reaching the quarterfinals
of the County Unbadged Singles
before succumbing to an opponent
from Freethorpe she Inga Healy and
Jackie Taylor got to the quarterfinals of
the Coronation Cup and the latter two
and Sheila Malyon reached the semi-
finals of the County Triples before
being beaten by Diss at RG Carters
In the mixed competitions we
overcame Long Stratton Thetford and
Connaught (the latter two on their
home greens) to reach the semi-finals
of the Jermy Cup our opponents being
Freethorpe on Sunday 18th July at the
neutral green of Wymondham and just
recently we won the Coral Cup played
at Watton Bowls Club So far it has
been a very successful and enjoyable
season despite the vagaries of our
uncertain weather
Ashill Bowls Club minnows on a high
The sunny warm and dry weather
has turned parts of the course brown
but has made for some exciting golf
None more so than in the June
monthly medal when David Flack
playing off a handicap of 10 shot a
net 62 In the same competition
Martin Parker achieved a hole in 1
on the par three 12th hole which
made him very happy but led to a
large dent in his bank balance
Recent Stableford competition
winners were Tony Bonner Alan
Blythe Phil Barrall David Wakeford
and David Packard
Recent inter-club match results were
versus Eaton Away lost 2frac12 - 3frac12 V
Royal Cromer away lost 1frac12 - 4frac12 V
Costessey park at home lost 2frac12 -
3frac12 V Gt Yarmouth at home won
5frac12 - frac12
The Seniors Open was held on 1st
July and approx 50 players
representing 14 different clubs
played in a stableford competition It
was an excellent day enjoyed by all
and the winner was George Axten
from Kings Lynn A separate
competition for Richmond Park
members was won by David Adcock
Richmond Park Golf Club Senior Section
On Saturday 21st August at Ashill
rectory Garden there will be a Fun
BBQ from 4pm to 8pm Tickets are
just pound5 for adults and pound250 for
children and include BBQ Salads
and delicious desserts
We hope to raise enough money at
this event to fund another year of
education for children in Uganda
who we have supported for six years
Tickets are available from Ann Bunn
on 01760 440 150
Fun Barbecue for Ugandan Children
The Annual Summer Show will
be held on SATURDAY
AUGUST 7trade This is an
opportunity for residents of
Rocklands and the surrounding
area to exhibit Fruit and
Vegetables Flowers Cookery
Art and Handicrafts and for the
children to show off their skills
in various classes
Entries for the show are
accepted between 9am and
12noon with judging
commencing at 1pm Doors are
open to the public at approx
330pm Show Schedules are
available from Post Office
Stores Rocklands or Margaret
Lister
If you feel you would like to
take part in our Summer Show
and would like more
information contact Margaret
Lister on 01953 483417
Annual Summer Show at Rocklands
Celebrations Celebrations You are all warmly invited to join
us at Choral Evensong at St
Mary‟s Church Watton on
Sunday 1st August at 530pm for
a special service of prayer and
beautiful church music and
afterwards for tea and cake
This is a celebration as our church
choir is one of 67 choirs affiliated
to the Royal School of Church
Music in Norfolk
Do come and enjoy the music and
see for yourselves You may
even want to join us We are
always happy to welcome new
members to the Choir
Goods amp services - warranties Repairs for goods can be expensive and it is very
important that warranties provide adequate
protection Unfortunately Citizens‟ Advice Bureaux
continue to hear about clients whose warranties
have not been honoured Here are some of the cases
dealt with by Bureaux throughout the country
Bishops Waltham reported that a woman had
purchased a buggy for pound150 at Babies R Us in
May 2009 She noticed that the elbow joints were
becoming loose and she believed this was
dangerous as it could pinch a child‟s fingers She
took it back to Babies R Us in January 2010 and
they sent it back to the manufacturer which
returned it and stated that the bolts had been
tightened (despite the fact that the joints were
riveted not bolted) The elbow joints did initially
seem tighter but the problem soon reappeared and
so the client took the buggy back again and
complained Babies R Us refused to replace the
buggy but sent it to their quality assurance
department which stated that the problem was due
to wear and tear She asked to see the manager
and explained that the buggy was within the
warranty period and that she was most unhappy
that her child was in danger every time she used
it The manager walked away and would not
discuss it Other customers came up to her in the
store and said they had had similar experiences
Southend saw a man who had bought a second
hand van for about pound4000 from The Van Centre
He had taken it back to the trader twice within six
weeks of purchasing it because the engine kept
cutting out and the client believed it was not safe
to drive Despite the fact that the van was covered
by warranty The Van Centre refused to rectify
the problems The client was frustrated at having
been sold a faulty van and very annoyed that he
received no help when he returned it He was also
very anxious and worried about the safety of the
vehicle especially as he had two children who
travel with him at times
Sometimes failure to honour a warranty is
compounded by other unfair trading practices such
as pressure to upgrade the faulty goods to a more
expensive version or mis-selling of inappropriate or
unnecessary insurance Ash told us about a client
who had problems with a secondhand vehicle She
had purchased a car with a warranty from a local
dealer using a hire purchase agreement In the first
12 months the car suffered repeated electrical
problems which the dealer was unable to resolve
The offer of a courtesy car was not honoured
resulting in additional expense for the client When
the client refused to drive the car again the dealer
encouraged her to exchange it for a newer model
and refinance The client agreed but the finance was
refused as a result of a poor credit rating The client
was left locked in a finance agreement for a car
which she considered unroadworthy despite the fact
that it was under warranty
Southend saw a woman who had purchased a
treadmill from Argos for pound29999 Four months
later she purchased breakdown insurance for pound44
However when the equipment needed repairing
she was told by Argos that the insurance was not
valid because it was taken out more than 45 days
after purchase She was given a handwritten note
saying that the claim was rejected by the insurer
Allianz Kings for this reason and was told that
she could ask them to refund her premium No
other remedy was offered When the adviser rang
Allianz Kings they were told that the insurance
did not cover the fault because the goods were
within the manufacturers two year warranty
period and a claim should in fact be made on this
Allianz Kings said that this is what Argos had
told them and there was no mention of the issue
of when the insurance was purchased The client
was annoyed at Argos for failing to rectify the
situation and identify who was responsible She
was also frustrated that she had been sold and
had begun to pay for insurance which appeared to
be useless and unnecessary at least for the two
years of the warranty
If you think that you have been similarly affected by
consumer issues and you would like help and advice
then please call in to your local Bureau or you could
also contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or
use their website at wwwconsumerdirectgovuk
Sports News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 23
Petrified of Your Computer You donrsquot need to be
Ring Lesley Horn For 1 to 1 beginnerrsquos support in your own home
Friendly patient and knowledgeable help with using your computer to find things on the Internet email your family amp
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TelephoneFax 01953 883488 55 High Street Watton
For quality out of print books Fine Bindings and Collectable Editions New Books including local and childrenrsquos classics
Visit the Applestore Gallery on the first floor exhibiting the Paintings of Kevin Robinson and his complete range of East Anglian prints including Watton and Wymondham
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Attleborough High in the Beach Volleyball Tournament
Three teams from Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre were
entered into the first Norfolk Beach
volleyball Tournament on Great
Yarmouth central beach This was the first
volleyball competition the school has
entered and there was an air of excitement
after some good practice sessions
Two U16 boys teams from Attleborough
High were entered into the 15 strong
league
Team 1 consisting of Richard Adelugba
Daniel Dean Matthew Brookson and Joe
Whiterod took a while to get use to the
sand losing their first game against Notre
Dame 17-9 Communication and
technique improved dramatically and the
Attleborough team went on to win against
Alderman Peel team 2 (25-9) Great
Yarmouth team 2 (23-11) and Oriel team
3 (20-17) The whole team worked well
together with excellent serving and
committed dives shown by all particularly
Richard saw Attleborough Team 1 sail
through to the play-off
Team 2 from Attleborough High consisted
of Callum Langstaff Jake Horscroft
Matthew Miller and Daniel Thompson
Some excellent combination play between
Callum and Jake saw this team win their
first game against Lynn Grove 19-11
Matthew put in some excellent serves in
the second game and Daniel‟s athletic
dives saw another win against Alderman
Peel team 3 (24-18) This team lost focus a
little towards the end and lost their final
two games against Oriel team 1 and Great
Yarmouth team 3 With two big wins to
start the tournament Attleborough team 2
managed to come 2nd in their group and
go into the play-off‟s
Team 1 played two teams to battle it out
for 1st 2nd and 3rd place Confidence was
boosted with great combinations of dig
set and smash to gain a win over
Alderman Peel team 1 (17-14) Next was
the unbeaten Oriel team 1 who always
took 3 touches to control and set up the
perfect smash was Attleborough found
hard to return
Final score here was 11-8 to Oriel
Attleborough Team 1 finished in 2nd
place out of 15 teams
Team 2 from AHS faced Notre Dame and
Oriel team 3 in their play-off and even
though excellent commitment was shown
to get even the slightest touch on the ball
two defeats left them in 6th place out of 15
One U16 girls team from Attleborough
High was entered consisting of Lauren
Willingham Annalise Gray Holly
Warren Ellie Philpott Sinead
Bollingbroke and Charlotte Ord The
girls team had 2 substitutes and took a
while to get use to the rotation of
positions The first game against
Alderman Peel 1 saw a closely contested
battle with some brilliant smashes from
Lauren but unfortunately the final
whistle blew at 17-16 to the opponents
With great determination and some
excellent set plays coming together from
Anna and Ellie the girls team went to
win three of their final games Caister
(19-16) Alderman Peel 4 (20-16) and
Lynn Grove (34-8)
Three out of four wins saw the
Attleborough High School girls through to
the grand final to play Notre Dame Even
though Sinead served brilliantly
throughout the team lost 48-21 leaving
Attleborough U16 girls to finish 2nd out
of 11 teams
Player from Watton United FC took
a break from the World Cup action
this month to try their hand on the
golf course at their 4th Annual Golf
Tournament on Friday 25th June
An impressive total of 23 x 4 man
teams competed this year The
competition comprised of 18 holes
under stableford rules with prizes
for the individual best score and
team score taking the best two
scores on each hole from each team
This year also saw the presentation
of the RICK NEAVE cup in
memory of Watton United‟s former
manager being awarded to the
highest scoring individual who has
played for Watton United FC and a
new award presented to the person
with the lowest overall round
The club were pleased to see a
number of current club members
taking part together with some
familar faces from the past including
ex Watton United Managers Tony
Shipp Bob Taylor and ex players
Andy Hunt Paul Jarvis Daryl
Woodward Andy Campbell and
Richard Spillman Ollie Applegate
Karl Pitcher all appearing in teams
for the first time
Winners were as follows
BEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE 1st B
Taylor (47 points) 2nd H Waters (46
points) 3rd D Rudling (45 points)gt
BEST TEAM SCORE 1st Team
Spillman (S Spillman R Spillman
D Rudling I Bonser (99 points) 2nd
Team Shipp (T Shipp G Rowlands
K Kitteridge T Lyons (97 points)
3rd Team Wordley (S Wordley R
Bailey P Legrice M Mace (95
points)
RICK NEAVE CUP Bob Taylor (47
Points)
LOWEST GROSS ROUND Paul
Matless (72 shots)
OTHER AWARDS Nearest The Pin
(Hole 3) - Jon Sproston Longest
Drive (Hole 9) - Stuart Livock
Longest Drive (Hole 13) - P Matless
Nearest The Pin (Hole 17) - Phil
Patience Wooden Spoon (Paul
Rayner)
The club would like to again extend
its thanks to thanks Simon Jessop at
Richmond Park Golf Club for
providing excellent hospitality
throughout the day and allowing the
club to put on this much needed
fundraiser each year Details of next
year‟s competition will available in
2011
Pictured are the winning team left to
right S Spillman D Rudling R
Spillman I Bonser
Watton Uniteds 4th Annual Golf Day
ST MARYrsquoS CHURCH WATTON
GRAND FETE amp CAR BOOT SALE
on the field next to St Maryrsquos Church Car Park Saturday 21st August from 900am to 100pm
Raffle ~ Games ~ Cakes ~ Refreshments Car boot places at pound4 per car no need to book Please contact the Parish Office 01953 881252
Picture Supplied
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 24 Sports News
Written estimates always provided Memorials supplied
Personal supervision Pre-Paid Funeral Plans available
Arrangements may be discussed in the privacy of your own home
Tel (01760) 440269 (24 hrs) Established over 60 years
FUNERAL DIRECTORS SERVING WATTON amp DISTRICT
WC LITTLEPROUD amp SON of BRADENHAM
lsquoA genuine family owned amp run business
offering a caring traditional amp affordable servicersquo
MID-NORFOLK TIMES The deadline for the September issue will be
12 Noon on the 16th August Page space is allocated strictly on a first come first served basis Deadline is the latest
date and time that copy will be considered for inclusion Arrival of copy before
deadline does not guarantee inclusion if you wish to be certain your entry gets to print
then please make sure it arrives in plenty of time
If you are submitting on paper you MUST sign and include your contact details
with each item If you do not the item will NOT be published
You can contact Julian by ringing (01953) 858908 You can write to 32 High
Street Watton IP25 6AE Or you can leave copy in the bin at Adcocks 32 High
Street Watton
The e-mail address is julianmidnorfolktimescom
All views expressed in the Mid-Norfolk Times are those of the contributors and
not the publishers While every care and effort has been taken to ensure accuracy
the publisher cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions
This issue of the Mid-Norfolk Times was published by Julian Horn 32 High Street Watton IP25 6AE and printed through
wwwquotemeprintcom 0845 1300 667
EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 7
Rocklands Great Bank Holiday Art amp Craft Fair is on Monday 30th August in Rocklands Manor Meadows and the Big
Black Barns Open from 11 am to 5 pm there will be arts and crafts food drink plants music machines and more
Popular potters like Heather Graham and Felicity Hoyle are coming again and new to us this year is Jo Sweeting
who is exhibiting her stone and letter carving along with many other specially chosen craftsmen Wildlife artist
Jonathan Yule is exhibiting for us this year and miniaturist Edith Clarke is another one of our new exhibitors ndash and
what about Christopher Hoyle ndash do you know his work Come and find out
On the veranda we have the
sketching supremo Chris
Riddell the political
cartoonist of the
Observer and illustrator
and co-author of the
Edge Chronicles
drawing pencil portraits
of you or your loved
ones for only pound500 In
the meadows we have
garden sculpture by Si
Uwin and Martin Pigg
plants for sale Pat Ram‟s
War Memorabilia and
displays of Static
Engines and Iron Works
When you need a rest we
have The Rum Brothers
Band playing again for
us while you eat a
ploughman‟s tea and
cakes hot dogs ice
cream and we have the
bar laid on by the
Rocklands White Hart
The gardens woods and
ponds are yours to enjoy
all day All this for just
adults pound3 children pound100
infants free parking free
pay on the gate
Rocklands Manor
Scoulton Road Rockland
St Peter NR17 1UW
01953 483226
For St Peter‟s Church
e-mail salesbobsmobilescouk
If you happen to be in the Queens Hall
on Thursday 23th Friday 24th or
Saturday 25th September then it
probably will be But it might be hard
to hear over the roars of laughter that
are bound to echo around the Queens
Hall in Watton as the Boo and Hiss
Theatre Company present their 2010
show Laughter in the Dark
In a change from the trend of recent
years of performing popular television
shows such as ldquoAllo Allordquo ldquoAre You
Being Servedrdquo etc and most recently
last year‟s acclaimed production of
ldquoDads Armyrdquo Boo and Hiss have
taken on a really challenging
production of Laughter in the Dark by
Victor Lucas
Laughter in the Dark is an immensely
funny play which takes place at
Creeching Cheeney in deepest darkest
somewhere and strange but very funny
happenings are occurring An oddly
assorted group of people (and we don‟t
mean the cast but rather the
characters though both statements
might be true but I digress) Anyway
this oddball bunch are assembled on a
snowy Christmas Eve to hear the
readings of a will laying down certain
stipulations before they can inherit
their legacies
A creepy butler skeletons ghosts and
rattling chains add to the excitement in
the snowbound house and an uninvited
guest in the shape of a large Red
Indian rampages through this hilarious
romp
This is quite a large production
featuring some of the Company‟s best
loved performers and we don‟t think it
is too much of an exaggeration to say
that we have all been surprised how the
characters have matched the players
From the creepy old Butler played by
Keith Gilbert the delightful Bunny
Tucker played by Stacy Wilkinson
Alethea and Herbert Budget played by
Rita Lake and Alan Abel to Alec
ldquolavish lavishrdquo Ogleby played by
Gavin Challis and his PA Lydia
Prentice played by Fleur ldquoNone Betterrdquo
Revell Lake
With some bright young faces and one
or two more scary old ones there can
be no doubt you are in for a treat We
are not going to give any more away
except to say that tickets go on sale on
Wednesday 1st September so we
suggest you don‟t leave it too long
before you get yours because this looks
like being a sell-out production
Is that the rattling of chains I can hear
Why are there not more litter bins
in public spaces and around
schools Do the police treat young
offenders differently to older ones
How often are school busses
checked for safety
These were just some of the questions
put to the panels of senior public
services officials by the Breckland
Youth Select Committee last Thursday
at the EcoTech Centre in Swaffham
The grillings were the culmination
of a day in which over 80 children
from Charles Burrell Old
Buckenham and Northgate High
Schools and Sacred Heart Convent
School learnt the importance of
getting involved in community
issues and how they can influence
things that affect them
They split into four groups to talk about
the environment anti-social behaviour
leisure and transport Working with
Officers from Breckland Council each
group identified what the common
important issues are and designed
questions which they later put to the
panels
Breckland Council Executive Member
for Communities and Benefits Adrian
Stasiak and his Executive Support
Member Lynda Turner took part in the
event and both were impressed by the
experience
Mr Stasiak commented ldquoI know that
the young people involved enjoyed the
day and I hope it may encourage them
to become bdquoVocal Locals‟ within their
communities Maybe they might even
be inspired to put themselves forward
to become a Youth Councillor in the
next Breckland Youth Council
Elections in February 2011rdquo
Lynda was also impressed by the
quality of the exchanges
ldquoSitting on the panel was a big
challenge with some testing questions
across a wide range of issues It was
also a day of honesty and learning for
all involved The questions also
stimulated discussion and debate and
that is what democracy is all aboutrdquo
Local services chiefs put to the test by youngsters
Northgate high school pupils prepare questions for the panel Kate
Mitchell 14 (left) and Rowan Collins 14
Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair on 30th August
I write this months article after
returning from the funeral of our
oldest regular producer Joan
Redgell who died on 30th June at
the age of 90 Many of you have
been warmed by her knitted gloves
and scarves or charmed by the baby
clothes she knitted We extend our
heartfelt sympathy to John and the
rest of her large family Our other
knitters continue to provide the
lovely garments that have proved so
popular with our customers
Next month you will be seeing
posters in many places promoting
British Food fortnight you dont
have to wait so long to buy British
food at Watton Country Market All
our food is produced within a ten
mile radius of Watton and brought
fresh to Market every Wednesday
morning
Our crafters are all local people too
as well as knitted goods we have a
wide range of etched glass turned
wood CE approved wooden toys
jewellery and greetings cards for all
occasions All our producers are
happy to accept special orders
Our cooks all have current hygiene
certificates and their kitchens have
been checked by the Environment
Agency to ensure food safety in all
our products Our eggs too come
from a local farm
Please visit us any Wednesday
morning between 830 and 1130
am in the Watton Christian
Community Centre Come early if
you want the widest possible choice
In the smaller hall at the rear of the
Centre the Methodist ladies serve
coffee and tea so you can shop and
relax without any extra journey
British food every week at Watton Country Market
The latest in our very successful
Wayland Partnership Craft Fairs is
being held on Saturday 27th
November between 10am ndash 2pm at
the Queens Hall Watton
Our aim is to promote the handmade
work of talented individuals and
provide them with a venue where they
can exhibit and sell their work directly
to the public We also want to provide
the public with an opportunity to
purchase quality handmade crafts and
allow them to speak with the people
who make them
We carefully select exhibitors to
ensure that the standards of crafts are
kept high and that there is a varied
range of crafts showcased at each
event If you are looking for something
different and if quality and
affordability are important to you you
will find what you are looking for at a
Wayland Partnership Craft Fair At this
point in time we have our quota of card
and jewellery producers
Bookings for tables are now being
taken please contact Susan
Hollingworth 01953 880205 or email
susanwaylandorguk for further
information
Autumn Craft Fair
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 8 News
Festival dos Santos Populares em Watton
Esta celebraccedilatildeo acontece
por todo o Pais para
festejar os Santos
O primeiro `e o St
Antόnio que `e mais
festejado na cidade de
Lisboa onde se faz um
casamento onde participam varios
noivos ao mesmo tempo a que chama-
mos as Noivas de St Antόnio
O Segundo S Joatildeo que `e mais
festejado na cidade do Porto em que o
ponto alto da festas satildeo os fogos de
artifiacutecio no fim da noite
O terceiro `e S Pedro que em Sintra
(Lisboa) `e a cidade onde `e mais
comemorado embora como todos os
outros satildeo festejado por todo o pais
Tudo isto `e festejado e comemorado
com muita muacutesica as ruas decoradas
com flores e outras decoraccedilotildees feitas de
papel comida especial como natildeo
poderia deixar de ser a Sardinha e o
Chouriccedilo Assado e a especial soupa de
Caldo Verde como foi feito em Watton
Foi um dia fantaacutestico Com a
participaccedilatildeo de diferentes
comunidades InglesaPolacaLituania
e claro Portugueses Foi um grande
conviviu onde todos se deliciaram com
a comida a musica e o Tempo que
esteve tatildeo quente nesse dia
Com a participaccedilatildeo de quase 100
pessoas incluindo crianccedilas foi um dia
inesquecivel que foi festejado por todos
os partecipantes
A organizaccedilatildeo quer agradecer a todas
as pessoas que tornaram este dia
possivel
O Breckland (suporte financeiro)
Wayland House Watton Junior School
Project Rainbow Watton Service
Centre Tina Cruz ndash Watton Family
Support Rute Ferreira Dulce Pires
Antonio P Teresa Francisco Batista
and Otilia C
O numero da rifa `e o 51
Eu espero que para o prόximo ano
tenhamos mais participantes
OBRIGADO a todos
Festiwal Popularnych świętych w Watton
Tej uroczystości
odbywa się w
całym kraju z
okazji Wszystkich
Świętych
Pierwszy i ktoacutere św Antonio
i najbardziej znanych w
Lizbonie gdzie znajduje się
małżeństwo ktoacutera dotyczyła
kilku chłopakoacutew w tym samym
czasie że nazywa się
Oblubienicą St Antonio
II i S Joatildeo że najbardziej
znanych w mieście Porto gdzie
punktem kulminacyjnym
uroczystości są fajerwerki na
koniec nocy
Trzeciego i S Pedro gdy pos roacutewnież
obchodzony w całym kraju co inne
Sintra (Lisboa) i miasto gdzie i
bardziej obchodzi
Wszystko to i wiele sławy
obchodzony z muzyką ulice
udekorowane kwiatami i upiększanie
inne papierowe jedzenie bardzo
szczegoacutelne ponieważ nie może już być
Sardine i Choriceras Tricorne
specjalnych Soup i palona Green Juice
jak miało to miejsce w Watton
To był fantastyczny dzień Z udziałem
roacuteżnych społeczności Angielski
Polski Litwy i oczywiście po
portugalsku To było wielkie żyli gdzie
ludzie byli zadowoleni z jedzenia
muzyki i pogody ktoacutera była tak gorąca
że dzień
Z udziałem blisko 100 osoacuteb w tym
dzieci był pamiętny dzień ktoacutery był
zachwycony wszyscy uczestnicy
rozdziału
Organizacja chce podziękować
wszystkim ktoacuterzy tego dnia możliwe
Breckland (wsparcie finansowe)
Wayland House Watton Junior
SchoolProject Rainbow Watton
Service Centre Tina Cruz - Watton
Family Support Rute Ferreira Dulce
Pires Antonio P Teresa Francisco
Batista Otilia i C Liczba loterii i 51
Mam nadzieję że więcej uczestnikoacutew
w przyszłym roku Dziękuję wszystkim
Popular Saints Festival in Watton The celebration was about the Saints
that we commemorate for all our
country The first Saint Anthony is
most celebrated in Lisbon City were
they hold a big wedding ceremony with
lots of grooms at the same time
The second is Saint John the biggest
festival is celebrated in Porto City with
a spectacular firework display at the
end of the night
The last one Saint Peter is most
commemorated in Sintra (Lisbon) and
is very important as well
All the celebrations include music and
all the roads are decorated with paper
flowers and other displays The special
food is barbecued Sardines and
Chourico with Soup Caldo Verde like
we did here in Watton
It was a fantastic day This event
had the participation of the many
different communities including
English Polish Lithuanian and
Portuguese The mix of people
enjoyed the food the music and the
weather which was very hot day
With nearly 100 people attending
including children it was an
unforgettable day for everybody
The organisers want to thank
everyone who helped make this
event possible including Breckland
Council Wayland House Watton
Junior School Project Rainbow
Watton Service Centre Tina Cruz ndash
Watton Family Support and Rute
Ferreira Dulce Pires Antonio P
Teresa Francisco Batista and Otilia
C The winning raffle ticket was
number 51 We hope many more of
you will attend next year THANK
YOU to everybody
On August 8th Taylor along with
Tom Dave and his dad Richard
will be embarking on a sponsored
bike ride The intrepid quartet will
be negotiating the blue route in
Thetford Forests High Lodge
The route is over 8 miles of a
tough forest track and the team
will complete 7 circuits over 50
miles in total and should take just
under 10 hours to complete
In January Taylor successfully
completed a scholarship weekend
at Gordonstoun School in
Scotland and has since been told
that He has won an all-round
scholarship to study there
Mr Rose Wayland Community
High Schools Head teacher said
ldquoTaylor is a remarkable young
man very determined and
motivated keen to increase his
knowledge and understanding
across all the subjects he studies
Since his early trip to
Gordonstoun last year I have had
no doubt he would gordquo
ldquoHe has developed into a very
mature and intelligent young man
ndash we are very proud of what he
has achieved so far and are sure
he will make his mark in society
in years to come He will be the
10th student to gain a scholarship
to Gordonstoun in the last 3 years
and will be a great ambassador for
Norfolk and Wayland Well done
Taylorrdquo
Taylor has developed a caring
nature growing up helping his
parents with his disabled sister
and is keen to enrol in the local
services and also the international
service that is on offer at
Gordonstoun He is also keen to
join the Royal Navy as an
Engineering Officer
The team will be raising money
for the Gordonstoun Fund and
also for SSAFA ndash Soldiers
Sailors Airmen Families
Association forces help Taylor
would like to give back to the
Gordonstoun fund so that others
can have the chance that he has
been given
For more details or to sponsor a
member of the team go to
wwwmerijetacoukbikeride or
call 07547 ndash 669688
Riding to Raise Funds
ART Stoke Ferry Church The All Saints Painters 2010
exhibition proved to be even more
successful than last year The artists
welcomed around 500 visitors to the
event All commented on the very
high quality and variety of work
displayed and on the beauty of the
venue Many originating from Stoke
Ferry shared memories and were
delighted to find the church in such
good order and in use again
The artists thank all who came to
view or buy The All Saints
Painters are particularly grateful to
their Patron Kit Hesketh- Harvey
for generously allowing them to use
the church building and to all those
who supported their exhibition by
publicising the event
Flushed with this years success
The All Saints Painters aim to
hold a better and bigger exhibition
next year from Saturday 21st May
to Sunday 5th June 2011 The
artists look forward to welcoming
many more visitors to this annual
feature of the Stoke Ferry
calendar Please come along to
enjoy a delightful event in a lovely
venue and to support local Norfolk
artists
Loch Neaton Management Committee 2010 Annual General Meeting The Annual General Meeting of
the Loch Neaton Management
Committee will take place at
1900 on Monday 12th August
2010 at Watton Sports Centre
Dereham Road Watton
All persons are invited from the
area of benefit to which the
Charity refers which is Watton
plus a four mile radius
Should anyone from the area of
benefit wish to be considered for
one of the elected posts then
application forms can be obtained
from Watton Sports Centre and
Adcock‟s High Street Watton
The forms must be returned by
1200 Saturday 7th August 2010
to Paul Cooper 21 Nelson Court
Watton IP25 6EL
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You do the patchwork I do the quilting
For Quilting Wadding amp Backing Prices
wwwharmonyquiltingcouk
Tel 01953 882484
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 9
Our annual School Fete and Family
Fun Evening in July was an immense
success our most profitable to date
Massive thanks go to the PTA
committee for organising this and
spending many weeks labouring over
the details Also a big thank you to all
members of staff parents pupils and
public who turned up to support the
event and to the many governors who
appeared in force to help set up and
man stalls It is a perennial problem of
ours being such a little school that we
have many wonderful ideas and too
few parents to enact them Finally
thanks are due to all the local
businesses which supported this event
with their generous donations of money
and prizes
The BBQ and noodle stand were
hugely popular as of course was the
bar Children enjoyed the inflatable
slide and bouncy castle bowling for the
pig duck fishing lucky dip and
everyone enjoyed the dancing karate
and guitar demonstrations Of course
there were heaps of other smaller stands
all providing much fun and succour It
was one of the hottest days of the
summer so far and this brought many
folk out to promenade around our local
village hall and a great evening
finished with live music from a local
group
Sports Day the following Wednesday
did not have quite such good weather
but that was a relief to all those
participating in the races as well as the
onlookers All pupils worked very hard
for their team and had great fun The
parents were particularly competitive in
the bdquotossing the pancake‟ race It was
very close between the teams this year
but congratulations are due to the Blue
team The entire school had a grand day
out at the Norfolk Show Staff and
helpers did an amazing job keeping
track of the children amongst so many
people The pupils completed lots of
school trails - the dancing sheep were
particularly popular We also visited the
Ben Burgess stand where the school
students were very fortunate to see an
exhibition of their own agricultural
artwork
The whole school attended the
dress rehearsal of the English
Youth Ballets production of
Sleeping Beauty at the end of
June For almost all children
this was their introduction to
this art form It was a
spectacular production - made
all the more because apart
from the principal dancers the
caste was made up of young
dancers from local dance
schools - including two pupils
from Great Ellingham In an
unusual and ingenious twist to
the traditional tale the fairies
(good and bad) were Princess
Auroras aunts and instead of
the thick forest growing around
the castle the 100 years sleep
was conceived of in terms of
cryogenics the characters
being preserved by being deep-
frozen
Finally the end of the school
year was celebrated in true
Rocklands style with a year six
leavers assembly and an all-
singing all-acting production
of Treasure Island We also bid
a very sad farewell to our head
teacher (and that of our
partnership school -Great
Ellingham) Cath Mills is off to
a well-deserved retirement but
if her travel plans are anything
to go by she will not be idle
Many many thanks Mrs Mills
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Rockland School news
Mr Mark Alcock and Mr Chris
Edwards newsagents with more
than 70 years‟ trading experience
between them are pleased to
announce the reopening of the
convenience store previously
known as Candy Cave under the
new name of Shipdham Stores
(trading as Ideal part of the Ideal
Group) Ideal are a cooperative
buying group for the independent
Newsagent and Convenience store
operator throughout the eastern
counties and ensure Ideal businesses
can compete with the supermarkets
by combining their buying power
The store will carry a wide range of
convenience food and groceries
together with newspapers
magazines and an off licence (from
late August) and will reopen
properly in early August They will
also be offering a full delivery
service for newspapers and
magazines to the Shipdham and
Bradenham area
Presently planned to be open from
6am to 8pm it will be run under the
management of Joss Gage whose
previous experience includes his
appointment as Waitrose‟s youngest
department manager in the UK and
also a year with Chris Edwards
Mr Edwards said ldquoMark and I are
delighted to have Joss managing
Shipdham Stores for us he really
understands what customer service
means and we pride ourselves
delivering the very highest
standardsrdquo
Mr Alcock said ldquoWe plan to put
Shipdham Stores at the very centre
of village life delivering quality
products with a quality service
Every single customer is the focus
of all that we dordquo
Mr Edwards added ldquoWe have long
experience of serving Norfolk
people with good value products
and regard every customer as a
friendrdquo
From Candy Cave to Shipdham Stores
It was some 40 years ago when Paul
purchased his first fish and chip shop
in deepest Suffolk 5 years later Steve
joined forces as a business partner and
together they have had fish and chip
shops in Norfolk (a few shops)
London Middlesex Surrey
Hertfordshire Essex and Suffolk
Finally they came back to Norfolk 22
years ago and spent 12 happy years at
Mattishall Fish Bar then they went to
Loddon and following a 2 year break
from the fat and fish due to health
reasons they then had a 2 year run
with a chippie in Norwich before they
had the opportunity to purchase a fish
and chip shop in Watton and the rest is
history
Paul said ldquoWhen we came to Watton
some 6 years ago we were made very
welcome and we would like to thank
each and every one of our customers
who has sampled our fish and chips
and who have become our friendsrdquo
ldquoWe built up such a busy fish and chip
shop serving what we believed was
the very best in good fish and chipsrdquo
As many readers now know Paul and
Steve have sold the bdquoWatton Plaice‟
because of the on-going cancer
treatment Steve is receiving
ldquoChemotherapy is not a very pleasant
treatment and to continue working a 12
hour day was becoming more and
more difficultrdquo
Paul continued ldquoIt was a very very
difficult decision for us to make to
leave a wonderful business with such
loyal customers but health has to come
before wealth and we know that this
chemo treatment Steve is having will
give him a welcome ray of sunshine
for the futurerdquo
ldquoUnfortunately until the exchange of
contracts and completion of the sale of
The Watton Plaice at the same time on
Monday 28th June we had no idea if it
would happen and could not let you
know because we didnt know
ourselves and we are sorry we couldn‟t
say goodbye to more of our friends
personallyrdquo
ldquoAs far as we are aware the new
owners are not changing our operation
and the fish and chips will be the same
so please give them your wonderful
support as you gave usrdquo
ldquoBoth Steve and I wish a heartfelt
thank you to each and every one of you
who were so very happy with our fish
and chips and became our friendsrdquo
There is one rather sad piece of news to
add Sophie Paul and Steve‟s cocker
spaniel sadly passed away with heart
failure on Tuesday 29th June
Farewell to the ldquoPlaicerdquo
We began our June meeting with a
minute‟s silence in memory of Jackie
Swain whose funeral had been in the
morning The main business
commenced amp
arrangements
were made for
the Safari Supper
on July 3rd
The speaker for
the evening was
Gerry Baxter on
ldquoThe Origins amp
Traditions of the
Pearly Kings amp
Queensrdquo The
first Pearly King
was Henry Croft
who left the
workhouse aged
13 to become a
road sweeper amp
rat catcher amp was
involved in the
Working Class
Movement He
decided to raise
money for the
poor when he
befriended a
group of
costermongers
who helped each
other in times of
trouble Henry
decided to dress
up so that when
he was raising money he would attract
the attention of the crowd The first
garment was a flat cap which he
decorated with pearl buttons which
were the cheapest they could buy Then
jackets trousers amp skirts were made
with special patterns of buttons on
them Soon hospitals churches amp
charities asked him to raise funds for
the needy so Henry asked the
costermongers to help Eventually all
the London Boroughs had a Pearly
King amp Queen To this day the title is
passed down through the family Henry
Croft‟s great ndash granddaughter is the
Pearly Queen of Somer‟s Town
Mr Baxter brought along several
garments including his daughter‟s
christening
gown All the
patterns had a
personal
meaning amp he
sews on
several
thousands of
buttons onto
each item We
were surprised
by the weight
of one of his
jackets
Because pearl
buttons are so
expensive amp
difficult to
find they are
re-cycled from
old outfits We
are hoping to
collect real
pearl buttons
amp send them
to him Mr
Baxter also
brought many
photos of past
amp present
Pearly
Families He
now lives in
Suffolk but still holds the title of
Pearly King of Streatham amp
continues to raise money for charity
Betty Campbell gave the vote of thanks
for a most interesting amp fascinating
evening which was appreciated by the
members
The result of the competition for a pair
of pearl earrings was -
1) Judith Adam 2) Brenda Spencer
Next month it will be an Open
Evening when the speaker is Peter
Cook on ldquoMedieval Norwichrdquo The
competition is the oldest newspaper
Attleborough WI
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 10 Gardening
Gardening in Navasota Texas with Helen Quinn Pictured this month is one of the
loveliest flowering trees in this area is
the Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia
indica) It is now available in a
variety of pinks lavenders and reds
and sizes range from miniature to
compact mid-size to large Some of
them have a wonderfully interesting
bark with hues of cinnamon silvery-
grey or light brown some patterned
and some with a peeling
characteristic The Crape Myrtle
Aphid loves this tree and people often
wonder what the sticky substance is
that sometimes drips from the leaves
ndash simply put it is honeydew that
passes through the aphid‟s body after
it feeds Crape Myrtles are often
planted around car parks in the
dividing beds posing a very sticky
problem to anyone who parks under
one They grow so well here that the
ldquobig townrdquo up the road College
Station has designated itself as the
Crape Myrtle Capital of Texas
Sometimes it grows too well and
becomes a pest with far-reaching
underground suckers producing
unwanted trees
The figs are in This year I have the
best crop in quite some time and I‟m
managing to keep up with the birds
and squirrels The variety I have is
ldquoTexas Everbearingrdquo
and true to its name it
will probably have a
couple more fruit
crops before the
weather starts to get
cold The fruit is small but oh-so-
sweet My Farmers Market customers
are very happy to see Fig Jam at last
Figs are thirsty trees so all the rain
we have had with various tropical
storms and distant hurricanes has
been very much to their liking
Another bonus is that in several
places where the branches have
touched the ground there are quite a
few well rooted self-layered young
fig trees People often ask where they
can buy this variety of fig tree and I
have just the place to find them new
homes in the autumn
Speaking of hurricanes it always
amazes me how a storm making
landfall 400 ndash 500 miles to the west
can produce so much rain here The
Gulf Coast from Galveston down to
the Mexican border has been
inundated several times already this
year and many streets in Houston
have been under water on a regular
basis We are inland here (about 70
miles northwest of Houston) so are
usually spared much of the worst of
these storms The grass needs to be
cut twice a week now thanks to the
unusual amount of rain for the time
of year There is definitely a case to
be made for exploring turf grass
alternatives because by the time the
heavy night dew has dried off it is
too hot to push a lawnmower This is
a good time to stay inside and make
dream changes to the landscape ndash in
my case to find a way to eliminate a
lot of the foliage plants in the shade
to help cut down on the mosquito
population Not only do they make
life unpleasant with their voracious
feeding frenzies but some of them
transmit an often fatal disease called
West Nile Virus
Tomatoes are shutting down They just
don‟t set fruit once the night time
temperatures exceed 70F (21C) The
experts advise against trying to carry
the large fruited varieties through to
autumn but with a little pruning they
will produce again once the
temperatures drop Some years we are
still picking tomatoes at Christmas
Small fruited varieties usually do much
better except they grow so large that it
is not unusual to have 10ft vines
climbing all over everything else I like
the Italian ldquopasterdquo type tomatoes such
as Roma or Viva Italia Aubergines
and Peppers especially the hot
Jalapentildeos and even hotter Habaneros
thrive in the hottest weather as long as
they are watered The strawberries are
about done too but they have produced
dozens of runners with happy little
baby plants rooting all over the place
(even in the lawn) Most of the herbs
are thriving except for a few
Mediterranean types which are
protesting against the high humidity
The countdown to cooler weather
begins ndash only two more months to go
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August - holidays dog days of
summer silly season in the press I‟m
writing this on St Swithin‟s Day and
right now it‟s a monsoon Wellies out
for August if you believe the legend
Nothing much happens in the average
garden in August so they say Many
experts will tell that this is the month
for sitting back and enjoying the
fruits of your spring and early
summer labours and if you grow veg
it‟s harvest time They also bemoan
the fact that most of the flowers are
over Since I am no expert I agree
with most of what they say except
that sitting back never seems to be an
option in my garden They never told
the weeds for a start These tough
plants big and small thrived in the
July heat wave when all else fried
drooped or just plain gave up They
went from seedlings to seeding in two
weeks flat so now their descendants
will be there for years One year‟s
seed is seven years‟ weed according
to legend Probably true
As far as a barren month for flowers
goes this is simply not as true as it
may have been some years ago I
have done a very small trawl as to
what‟s available to flower from now
until at least autumn and the choice is
staggering All it needs is a bit of
forward planning with succession in
mind Failing that look at garden
centres nurseries market stalls and
car boot sales for what‟s in flower
Annuals like calendula nigella and
cornflowers will keep going until
frosted but will have set seed and will
return next year I am told that self-
sown sweet peas are earlier and
stronger than those sown either in
October or spring and carefully
nurtured Back to August One of the
best and showiest plants is the
Agapanthus family Some are fully
hardy and some not so it‟s a good
idea with anything that flowers at this
time of year to check labels Fully
hardy usually means down to -15c
frost hardy down to -5c and half-
hardy down to 0c Alchemilla mollis
(lady‟s mantle) is not supposed to be
hardy but mine reappeared after the
hard winter this year It also seeds
about and the seedlings will appear
next year It‟s either a generous plant
or a nuisance The Japanese
Anemone is supposed to be fully
hardy liking full sun or semi-shade
The heat saw mine off Next time
they‟re going in the shade Ceanothus
is an interesting family of plants The
usual ones flower in spring and are
hardy Most people I know lost the lot
in the winter as well as the hebes
However I have come across a
variety of Ceanothus called
bdquoAutumnal Blue‟ that flowers August
to October There‟s also good old-
fashioned Buddleja that seems to be
bomb-proof and I was surprised to
see a listing of 16 different varieties
There are lots of clematis even the
large-flowered ones in bloom from
August onward It is possible to have
clematis in flower every day of the
year admittedly some of them need
either protection or a mild climate
Another old favourite is Astrantia
Originally the Major only was
available in greenish white They
have become so popular in the last 20
years or so that they are now
available in shades of white through
to deepest red and all are good bdquodoers‟
as far as hardiness and ability to stand
up to most of the weather thrown at
them Then we get to crocosmia
(montbretia when I was a kid) - all
shades of red orange and yellow
dahlias (need a separate article) and
some roses will keep going till
November or even Christmas if the
weather is mild and they have shelter
Apart from shopping there‟s still
work to be done Lawns still need
cutting not too short if it‟s dry but
even then if they go brown grass will
recover nine times out of 10 Feed
containers and even tired border
perennials with a liquid tomato food
each week to encourage them to
bloom into the early autumn Keep
picking flowers to encourage more
Alpines that have developed bare
patches of die-back or have become
weedy can be tidied up by in-filling
the patches with gritty compost This
will encourage new growth as well as
improving their appearance
Collect and store seed of hardy
annuals and perennials for sowing
later in the autumn Good plants to try
include Calendula Nigella Cerinthe
Poppies Aquilegia and hardy
Geranium Apart from the hardy
Geraniums all these will happily do
this for you all by themselves
Buy or order spring-flowering bulbs
Some bulbs can be planted now such
as Colchicum daffodils and Madonna
lilies Most of the spring catalogues
are out now making it feel like
autumn
It‟s necessary to keep a check on
pests - spray if you use chemicals but
do this only according to the
manufacturer‟s instructions but for
the organic pick off caterpillars go
on slug and snail hunts and net
against butterflies I know they‟re
pretty but to see cabbages and
broccoli covered in caterpillars is a
nightmare They seem to hatch
overnight all at once even if you
thought you‟d wiped out the little
clusters of yellow eggs I know it
happened to my purple sprouting last
year Net time
It‟s a good time to make a plan for
next year and start thinking about any
seeds you may want Those
catalogues will be on the mat very
soon along with all those Christmas
ones you don‟t want
In your garden with Lotta Potts
Tomato - Tomayto
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Gardening Mid-Norfolk Times Page 11
A meeting was held at the Old
Buckenham Church Rooms on
Saturday 26 June to set up the Old
Buckenham Allotment Society
Eighteen people attended and it was
agreed that Tim Bornett would chair
this inaugural meeting
It was formally agreed to establish an
Old Buckenham Allotment Society
and discussion took place on its
function and its purpose
The Society is to be open to all
individuals who live in the
parish or immediate
neighbourhood and who
have an interest in
allotments or wish to
obtain a plot in the future
Some basic rules were
adopted after further
discussion and debate As
the proposed constitution
would allow the rules to be
amended if at least half of
all members agreed it was
decided to adopt a bdquowait
and see‟ approach to any
rule changes
The following were
elected as officers Tim
Bornett would be
chairman Keith Hodgson
secretary and Tom North
treasurer
The meeting agreed to
seek affiliation to the
National Allotment and
Leisure Society and the
secretary would write to
the Parish Council
informing them of the
formation of the society
There was general debate
on the provision of
allotments in the Parish
and it was agreed to write
to the Parish Council
asking for their working
party on allotments to
meet more often and
provide feedback
Decisions on who would
run the allotments would
await model rules from the
National Allotment and
Leisure Society and an
agreement with the Parish
Council A person wanting
an allotment does not
necessarily have to belong
to Old Buckenham
Allotment Society Some two acres
of land would be needed to provide
up to 18 plots and there was
discussion on the suitability of
possible sites including the provision
of water and access to the plots
It was agreed that members would
pay pound5 as a joining fee and that the
treasurer would collect this at the
next meeting which would be held
on Monday 12 July Courtesy
httpoldbuckenhamblogspotcom
Flowers gardens good company and
a tasty lunch were enjoyed in
glorious weather by members and
friends at the July meeting held in
Joy Tunmores garden Wearing
buttonholes everyone strolled round
the garden for a plant identification
quiz sweet peas were judged and
plants sold
Competitions - Best Corsage was
worn by Sue Blackett Jane Cannells
sweet peas were placed first and
Shirley Betts had the most points in
the plant identification quiz
Next Meeting will be held on 12th
August 2010 at Old Buckenham
Village Hall 2 pm when The Girls
will be arranging from Whats in the
Box
The competition is for an
arrangement in a box and the table
show is for three stems of hot colour
from the border
Visitors are always very
welcome Further details
from Pat 01953 457305
or Sally 01953 788712
The Attleborough amp District
Horticultural Society annual Rose
amp Sweet Pea Show was held as
usual in the beautiful surroundings
of Peter Beales Rose Gardens and
the glorious summer evening
encouraged a good turnout of
members and guests
The award for the Best Rose
Exhibit and the Peter Beales
Trophy went to Ray Snow who
also won the award for the Best
Rose Bloom The Best Sweet Pea
Exhibit and the Len Revell Trophy
was won by Jan Delaney who also
took the prize for the Best Sweet
Pea Stem Sally Westrup took the
awards for the Best Flower
Arrangement and also Best
Photograph
Prior to the presentation of prizes
by the mayor of Attleborough there
was a tribute to Jackie Swain
whose sudden and untimely death
is a great loss not only to
the Society of which she
was vice-chairman but
also to many other
organisations in the local
area She worked
tirelessly behind the
scenes and was always
happy to help out in any
way she possibly could
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Sowing the seeds of an Allotment Society
Our June meeting was entertained by
Jim Paine our speaker for the
evening I met him as he brought in
the first of a number of crates
containing a variety of plants to
illustrate his talk entitled bdquoRight
Plant Right Placebdquo We had to find a
second large table to accommodate
all the bdquoprops‟ for his talk and these
were so large he almost disappeared
behind them Jim started with a brief
resume of what he and his Rocklands
Walnut Tree Nursery do and the
ideas behind their aims Established
in 1998 with partner Clare Billington
Walnut Tree is a traditional nursery
not a garden centre and they raise all
their own plants including trees from
seed with 1000-1250 different
species available through the year
This perfectly describes his principle
that plants should be centre stage in a
garden not the hard landscaping and
decking that can look so tired after a
relatively short while I don‟t think he
cares much for decking They also
use their own garden to demonstrate
the development of plants over a
period of years and have joined with
other nurseries in a marketing co-
operative which operates throughout
Norfolk and we collected some of
their leaflets As they are not in
competition customers get a well-
organised service to set up their
gardens either from scratch or just to
find a plant to solve a particular
problem We were advised to visit
gardens as well as taking information
from books and the media Take a
notebook and camera as well to see
what works and why and then add
lists to your garden plans
Herbaceous borders are labour-
intensive but there again so is grass
if grown properly and far more
satisfaction can be gained from as
wide a border as possible I don‟t
think he cares much for grass either
A good tip also is to try and avoid
using one plant - this can give a
bdquodotty‟ impression so restricting the
palette and using blocks of plants
repeatedly gives more rhythm
So we get from the set up to the aim
of making each garden work for its
owner in terms of understanding
plant ecology and the micro-climate
involved Each garden may well have
some parts in full sun some in part
shade and some in full shade such as
under trees or shrubs There may also
be different moisture levels and
acidityalkalinity levels Equally an
open windy site can be transformed
over the years into a sheltered one as
plants grow so a garden is constantly
evolving So much for the science
Jim then showed us the selection of
plants he had brought Each of them
demonstrated the principles of how to
get the right one in its preferred
setting to do well He really got the
bit between his teeth on this as it is so
important for the customer to achieve
the desired effect He showed us that
hostas and similar broad leafed plants
need some shade as they lose so
much water through their leaves in
transpiration However modern
varieties have been bred to tolerate
sun provided their roots are in moist
soil At the opposite end of the scale
he showed us that pinks have narrow
grey leaves that are covered in tiny
hairs to trap any moisture going and
these and similar upright plants will
be best suited to dry sunny
conditions Another example of this
is the lychnis (woolly lambs‟ ears)
which also has silvery-grey leaves
that feel as though they are made of
felt These self-seed freely and are
well suited to gravel gardens as well
as herbaceous borders If self-seeders
work for you they‟ll help with the
rhythm effect of creating blocks
down the borders all by themselves
Some plants are more robust than
others Astrantia for instance prefers
some shade but will tolerate full sun
as will hardy geraniums
Many of the spring flowering shrubs
and bulbs tend to be happiest in a
woodland area so they can flower and
set seed before the canopy closes
over Think rhododendrons and
bluebells They then have time to
bulk up ready for next year‟s display
Later flowering plants for shade can
have architectural leaves such as
heucherella epimedium brunnera
These all have beautiful leaves
followed by tall stems with dainty
flowers The saxifrage and dicentra
families prefer moist conditions but
will tolerate dry and hate water
logging in winter
After a question and answer session
we were allowed to buy the plants
Jim had brought and the design
element of avoiding impulse buying
went straight out of the window I
don‟t know how Jim packs so much
information into an hour I am sure
he will be receiving more visitors
as a result One other thing to bear
in mind Walnut Tree is local so
from an environmental point of
view the furthest the plants will
travel is from the nursery to your
garden with advice thrown in Beats
the ones that arrive from the
continent in large lorries to sheds
doesn‟t it
The mini-show was bdquoA Floral
Arrangement in an Unusual
Container‟ and was won by Ralph
Kinsley with three cream
Zantedeschias (calla lilies) in a
banana That‟s sure unusual Ralph
Second was Violet Simmons with a
display of dainty spring flowers
contrasting nicely with a walking
boot
Third went to Geoff Twelftree with a
teapot
There was nothing to choose between
the last two entries so HC went
jointly to Mary Marriott with a giant
teacup and saucer and Jackie
Priestley with a decorative mini
watering can
It was nice to see all the entries
colour-coded with the containers
We finished as usual with Geoff‟s
Tips for July including feed and
spray roses tie in wandering stems of
climbers plant hardy cyclamen and
summer prune wisteria
Bradenham amp District Horticultural Society
Breckland Flower and Garden Club
Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 12 News
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On Thursday 15th July the
whole of Watton Westfield
Infant amp Nursery School
followed a carousel of activities
for a very healthy day
Norwich City Football Club sent
along some trainers from
bdquoFootball in the Community‟
and the children took part in a
penalty shootout competition
The winning children will
receive trophies footballs kit
and everyone will receive a
certificate for participating
The dental nurses brought their
special crocodile puppets so the
children could see how to care
for their teeth They provided lot
of fun
Later everyone had to solve
riddles and follow on exercise
trail around the lovely school
grounds to collect treasures
(pictured below)
In the hall the pupils did jump
rope aerobic activities to keep
their hearts healthy
Also Mr George a well-known
local chef and parent governor
taught the children how to make
fruit kebabs The children tasted
fruit they had never tried before
The whole day culminated with
bdquoA Big Thank you Assembly‟
when everyone sang a rousing
version of the Westfield Healthy
Song
It was an exhausting but
thoroughly enjoyable day The
school would like to thank
everyone who helped to make
the day a great success
Healthy School Day at Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School
Key to Pictures
Top left Kieron Phoenix
reaching new heights in
the skipping exercise
Top right Lewis Pinkney
scoring a terrific penalty _
a future England Player
perhaps
Mid Left Ibbi Ivory
showing how the girls are
just as good as the boys at
penalties
Mid Right Josh Stadius-
Horn cornering like Lewis
Hamilton in the
playground
Left Left - Beau-Kerry
Bonner (touching yellow
bowl) Right - Abbie
Dennis (fruit on stick)
enjoying the fruits of the
labours of local chef Mr
George
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 13
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Children Always Welcome
By Edith Pleasance
The spell of lovely weather we are
enjoying as I write this takes me back
to the hot Summer days of my
childhood One incident I shall never
forget was the time our mother took us
three children for a rare day at the
seaside
We were up and about early to pack
our swimsuits and cheese sandwiches
together with a slice each of Mum‟s
fruit cake to sustain us A bottle of
lemonade with a couple of chipped
cups all packed into a straw bag and
we were ready to go
Our walk to the nearest beach took
around forty minutes then came the
usual argument about which square
yard of the front we would occupy Ma
preferred the top end near the wall
while we kids wanted to be as near the
water‟s edge as possible As usual we
split the difference and settled
somewhere in the centre An old piece
of blanket was spread on the sand
while Tom our eldest fetched a deck
chair for our mum to sit in which
would cost her threepence for the full
day when the deckchair collector came
around Then we children were ready
to enjoy our outing
As the eldest girl I was given the task
of looking after two-year-old Joey (a
right little handful Ma called him) We
had our jamjar with string around the
neck to form a handle and headed for
the rocks which though slippery were
fairly shallow and had many crystal-
clear pools where we gathered to stir
the pebbles and seaweed with many
squeals of delight to reveal the
treasures that the tide had left To the
opposite side of the beach the cliffs
rose high above and sometimes we
would see the older children attempting
to scale them However we were given
strict instructions to keep well away
and stay on the left
After some time our mum beckoned us
in to eat and drink our picnic We were
proudly showing her our bdquocatch‟ of a
couple of minute crabs and an
assortment of tiny anemones we also
had a length of bladderwrack that we
loved to press to make it crack We
suddenly became aware of people
shouting and running towards the
cliffs bdquoSome fool has got himself stuck
halfway up‟ said Ma bdquonot the first and
won‟t be the last I‟ll wager‟
The rest of that day was enjoyed with
us kids running in and out of the rising
tide and practising our doggy paddle
until at around four o‟clock we were
rounded up dried off and ready for the
walk home which somehow always
seemed longer and more tiring than the
outward journey
News of any sort quickly buzzed
around our village by word of mouth
but it wasn‟t until the following
morning that Ma Taylor from next
door brought the local daily
newspaper to show the headline
reading ldquoTwo children drowned after
falling from the cliffs at Petitorrdquo They
were brother and sister to a large
family living on our estate where
everybody knew everyone else
Apparently a toddler had run away
from his older sister when in trying to
catch and hold on to him both
stumbled and fell down the cliff face to
plunge into deep water and drowned
The thought that we were enjoying
ourselves on the beach just yards from
where those two kiddies died clawing
at the rocks fighting for their lives will
stay in my memory for ever
---o0o--- Edith Pleasance copy 030710
A Seaside Memory Customer Services on the road Not a bdquoone stop shop‟ but a bdquoone
stop bus‟ will be pulling into
Breckland villages in the next few
weeks
Breckland Council in partnership
with Poultec training has launched
a new mobile service to bring
access to services out into local
communities The eye-catching bus
is equipped with the very latest
satellite technology so residents
who use it will experience exactly
the same speedy access to services
as callers to the main Council
customer service centres
At the One Stop Bus you can get
advice support and information
about Council services This may
be about Council Tax or Benefits -
or you may want to book a bulk
collection or report a missed refuse
collection Service Connectors will
be available on Thursdays and
Fridays and the last Wednesday of
every month and are committed to
helping the all customers The bus
will be making a number of regular
stops around the district and details
of the times and locations will be
available on the Breckland Council
website
Councillor Adrian Stasiak said
ldquoWe really want to put customer
service in the spotlight and
encourage people to access council
services The bus and the one stop
shops are just some of the ways in
which we are taking our services to
people around the districtrdquo
Services delivered in complete
privacy include
Applications for and enquiries
about Housing and Council Tax
Benefits
Payments for Council services
(including Council Tax) using
debit
Requesting a bulky waste
collection or
Reporting an abandoned vehicle
Telephone and website access will
also be available to specialist
advisers in
The Citizens Advice Bureau
Norfolk County Council
Plus many other partner agencies
Edward Bales Managing Director
of Poultec said ldquoWe are very
pleased to be working in
partnership with Breckland and this
supports the vocational skills work
we are already doing with schools
and in the wider community
ldquoVocational skills are all about
raising aspirations and this will
enable us to help more people
further their skills and give
themselves a brighter futurerdquo
Visit our website for further details
of the one stop bus and details of
locations and times of when and
where you can visit the bus ndash
wwwbrecklandgovuk
one_stop_bus
Friday 6 August 10 - 12Noon
Saham Toney (Community Centre)
2pm ndash 4pm Great Ellingham
(Outside shop and Post Office)
Friday 13 August 10 - 12Noon Old
Buckenham Village Hall 2pm ndash
4pm New Buckenham The George
Pub
Thursday 19 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Swanton Morley Village Hall 2pm
ndash 4pm Bawdeswell Village Hall
Friday 20 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Weeting Village Hall 2pm ndash 4pm
Mundford Village Hall
Wednesday 25 August 10 ndash
12Noon Thetford Abbey Car park
2pm ndash 4pm Hockham Village Hall
Thursday 26 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Shipdham Village Green 2pm ndash
4pm Mattishall Village Hall
Friday 27 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Banham Community Centre 2pm
ndash 4pm East Harling Market
Square
Adrian Stasiak Executive Member
for Communicates and Benefits at
Breckland Council with Edward
Bayles Managing Director of
Poultec and members of the One
Stop Bus team
Mornin ter orl onya or iffen yewre
hed yer dinna thas artanoon ter orl
onya
Spect yor well inta yer nu teartas by
now thar cummin up orlrite spite not
hevin a lot o rearn
Cos Horry he say his bin diggin
hissun fer wicks we dornt set a lotta
stor by his tearls tho
Tha ole Willuj Horl hed a meetin
larst wik n Horry n me thort we‟d
jine in
Blarst tha ole mawtha inna tha chare
gissus a rare ole luk n she say ldquoWot
yew tew duin in hare tha meetin is
privaterdquo ldquoThas orl riterdquo say Horry
ldquoWe sharnt lissen ter wot yewre a
sayinrdquo I rekoned we orta sit tite cos
ware bin hare a lotlonga than har n
tha ole football warnt wuth wotchin
nither
Tha ole kermitee ware a clakin on fer
a fare wile an Horry sorta gin ter
snor but as sune as thar torked about
anutha o tha gret ole grub nites He
wos up onna his feet wolunteerin ter
tearst orl tha offrins jist in cearse tha
doont mit tha rite standuds
Tha ole Chearwumon she giv Horry
wun o tha luks wott‟l bun worta she
say ldquoYew et moost of ennyonus larst
time yew grate ole pig yew rekkun
yew shud be barred fra orl ower
doo‟s yew allus cors a hellup dew
yew siddown a kipya clacka shutrdquo
Well tha sorta put Horry in his
plearce fer a while
Summonem rekkun‟d we orta hev
one o tha bottle banks meark a bit a
munny for tha horl
Cos thet gotta tha ole chearwumon a
garpin at us tew she sed atween us
we cud fill tha thing up inna coupla
daze I dint no wot she ware a gittin
at cos I allus teark my ole bottles
back to tha pub tha lanlord gissus
tuppence fer evra bottle mindyew I
git tha feelin thet he shuv tuppence
onna a pint o mild ony I doont offen
git a rownd in since tha furrinas
mooved inta tha Big Horl up tha
rood yew ony hev to ware a dutty
ole cap n stic a bitta straw in ya gob
n luk sorta dwany n thars a baer onna
tha tearble
Anyways the Horl Kermitee hev
agreed to hev a gret ole grub nite
sune Horry sekunded thet mowshun
n I thurded it but we wus towd to
keep ower nooses owt tha horls
bisness Tha kermitee‟ll hefta arsk
tha cowncil abowt gittin wun o tha
bottle banks cos thet mite wont
plannin permishun
I shull tell yew orl abowt ower posh
grub nite anutha time thas time for
my fourses
Dew yew keep a troshin Sid
The Ovington Crower
Watton Town Council owns and
runs a community bus which is
used by the elderly and disabled at
the discretion of the council
The bus is used on a weekly basis
Monday to Friday to transport
elderly residents from their homes
to the Wayland Luncheon Club
This service is a vital part of some
resident‟s lives enabling them to
enjoy a meal and socialise It is
primarily for those who may have
become isolated for a variety of
reasons
The Council relies on volunteers to
drive the bus and although we now
have regular drivers to cover the
five days we are looking for
volunteers who would be prepared
to cover for holidays and sickness
so you if you can spare a few hours
per week on an occasional basis at
short notice we would be pleased to
hear from you
Contact the Town Clerk ndash Jacqui
Seal on 01953 881007
WANTED Community Bus Drivers
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 14 News
Two bumper cheques for Chairman Charity
Two bumper cheques for pound1136 have
been presented to Diabetes UK and
Cancer Research UK by Cllr John
Rogers previous Chairman of
Breckland Council
The money was raised through a
variety of fundraising events which
Cllr Rogers has held this year
including an auction and raffle held at
the Chairman‟s reception and Clerk to
Watton Town Council Jacqui Seal
held a garden party and raised pound22000
which she kindly donated to the
Chairman‟s charity
The presentation took place at the
Watton Pentecostal Church on Harvey
Street in Watton during the regular
monthly meeting of the Watton and
District Support Group for Diabetes
The group meet once a month on the
second Monday of very month and
have been meeting for four years
Receiving the cheques were Paul Fleet
area volunteer manager who accepted
on behalf of Cancer Research UK Paul
said ldquoCancer Research UK is the
leading independent funder of cancer
research in Europe We are almost
entirely funded by the public with very
little government funding Without the
generosity and dedication of our
supporters we would not be able to
continue to make progress against
cancer The donation from Cllr Rogers
and Breckland Council is very much
appreciated and will go a long way in
funding our continued work in the fight
against cancer
Ron Thompson accepted the cheque on
behalf of Diabetes UK and said the
funds would be used to fund holidays
for children with diabetes
Ron commented ldquoDiabetes UK has
been organising family weekends and
children‟s holidays for many years We
are very pleased to accept the cheque
on behalf of the Eastern Region for
Diabetes UKrdquo
Cllr Rogers said ldquoI am so pleased to be
able to present these cheques to two
hardworking and worthwhile charities
that I have supported over the past year
ldquoCancer Research‟s groundbreaking
work into the prevention diagnosis and
treatment of cancer has helped save
millions of lives This work is funded
entirely by the public which is why
fundraising events are so important
ldquoThere are three million people in
the UK living with diabetes and
20000 children in the UK have
diabetes We have had many
fundraising events this year to help
Diabetes UK continue our work to
improve the lives of people with
diabetes
Cllr Rogers Ron Thompson and members of the Watton and District support group for Diabetes UK
Attleborough High School and Sixth
Form Centre Geography teacher Joel
Rodker has earned the exciting
opportunity to experience cutting-edge
environmental research work on an
expedition to Belarus this summer
Earlier this year Earthwatch the
international environmental charity
invited UK-based secondary level
teachers of geography science and
citizenship to apply to join its
expedition Belarus Wetlands from 2-
11 August 2010
Joel who is also the school‟s Lead
Teacher for the Environment is one of
eight successful applicants who will be
helping Earthwatch scientists to find
effective ways of conserving the
unique wetlands of Belarus hiking to
sampling sites to collect data which
will help the scientists to select
wetlands which are in need of
protection
Wetlands in Belarus make up 14 per
cent of the country Particularly
threatened and little-studied are the
oligotrophic (low nutrient) or bdquoraised‟
bogs which are the focus of the Belarus
Wetlands research project Bogs are
extremely important as they improve
the gas composition of the atmosphere
carry out climate regulation and
regulate water flows on the surface and
within the soil
Experienced facilitators will help Joel
and the other teachers to link the
research and their experiences on the
project to the curriculum On his return
to Attleborough High Joel will use his
new knowledge to inform the learning
of the students at the school The
teachers on the project will work
together to devise educational
resources for use in the classroom and
these resources will be made available
for others to use
Speaking about the trip Joel Rodker
said ldquoThis is a very special opportunity
to visit a fascinating environment meet
like-minded people and learn a huge
amount in a short space of time I want
to inspire our students to do similar
things I intend to share my
experiences with the staff and students
at Attleborough High and also to
demonstrate links between the
protection of important ecosystems in
Belarus and looking after the
environment in our own community
for example the impact on the
environment of the school wildlife
pond we are in the process of creatingrdquo
The 2010 Earthwatch educator
expedition to Belarus is kindly
supported by ICAP and the Garfield
Western Foundation To find out
how you can join an Earthwatch
expedition in 2010 call +44 (0)1865
318831 or visit
wwwearthwatchorgeurope
Local teacher to become a hero for the planet on an Earthwatch expedition
President beryl Brannan presided
over the first meeting of the new
Inner Wheel year She welcomed
Ann Akister‟s visitor Jenny
Bickerton from Canterbury and
everybody else Special mention for
Angela Rowlings our newest
member whom Beryl inducted to our
group Angela is a Honorary
Member
Our meeting held at the home of
Karen Barwood was an exotic
demonstration of Belly Dancing
Allison Dickson Sheila Harwood
and Karen Barwood all performed for
us in full flowing costume The
movements to music were elegant
and peaceful and full of emotion
which is more than can be said when
we were asked to join in General
wobbling of body parts was about all
we could muster but it entertained
those who elected to watch Karen
Sheila and Allison were thanked by
Beryl for an unusual but appreciated
evening
The Strawberry Tea raised pound64460
and 88 people attended the money
will go to UNICEF
The visit to Kew Gardens was very
enjoyable and the boat trip was
blessed with a wonderful breeze
giving a good finish to the day many
thanks to Brenda Davis for
organising everything in her usual
efficient manner
We are having a stall at the Wayland
Show and will be pleased to see you
all there
Future events include a lunchtime
concert with the Breckland Breeze
Wind Quartet on Septmber 15th and
on the 1st October a Barn Dance at
the Queens Hall
The Raffle with three prizes was won
by Ann Akister Peggy Barley and
Beryl Brannan We had a very
enjoyable evening amidst friends
The Inner Wheel Club of Watton
Letter to the Editor Thank you for printing an article in
your June issue on St Marys Church
Houghton on the Hill I am writing
to ask if any of your readers would
enjoy helping in the garden or
welcoming visitors to the church I
love this church and the peace that
surrounds it when I lived in
Swaffham I used to go regularly and
help in the garden that surrounds the
church unfortunately I now live in
Cromer so I can only go once a
month or so Last week when I
visited I was told that they were short
of volunteers so if you can spare and
hour or two a weekmonthevery now
and then please phone Bob Davey on
01760 440470 Dee Roye
This is the first in a series of little
anecdotes written by a good old
Norfolk boy (but not written in
Norfolk for the sake of all them old
infiltrators)
Do you remember the vets off
Watton High Street - up Worms
Yard I used to own a big old dog -
I was often seen walking him
around Watton That was before the
days of poo bags and red litter
bins Anyway I woke up one
morning and read the obituaries in
the EDP to make sure it was OK to
get out of bed and went down to
take the dog for an early morning
walk He gave me a bit of a shock
because he had gone all cross eyed
I thought I had better take him to
the vets and walked him down to
the surgery Fortunately the vet
could see him right away so I took
him in and the vet picked him up
looked into his eyes and had a good
look round him
Im going to have to put him
down he said
Well I said tears welling up
Thats a bit of a shock I will be
very sorry to see him go especially
because hes only gone cross-eyed
No you daft br the vet said
Hes heavy
Wilfson remembers
Lee Higgs of Edwards
Newsagents Watton
ldquoYour Ideal Shoprdquo makes a
presentation to Lucy
Vallerine who has recently
been judged to be the most
reliable and accurate News
Delivery person out of
more than sixty juvenile
staff employed by Edwards
Newsagents
Edwards presently deliver
newspapers and magazines
to over two thousand homes
across the Wayland area
and speaking of Lucy‟s
contribution to the excellent
service offered by Edwards
Lee Higgs said ldquoLucy has
been employed for 8
months and has never
missed a day or been late I
have great pleasure in
making this presentation
recognising her hard workrdquo
Well done Lucy
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 15
By David and Carolyn Jessup
It‟s always good to have a driving
licence as it gives the local people
an extra string to their bow when
seeking a job It seems like with
many things in South Africa that
there is a certain amount of
corruption involved with driving
tests Ivy decided that she wanted
to take a test and had already been
told by Cute the girlfriend of her
boss that the Examiners were open
to monetary persuasion She
decided that rather than chance
failing she would try this route -
failing would of course bring the
additional expense of at least one
further test
Ivy contacted the Examiner
who agreed that he would
accept R2000 to pass
already less than Cute had
paid So I took her to
Thulamarshe for her driving
test although she wanted an
extended lesson prior to the
test She had already had a
few lessons in what could
only be described as a
possibly unroadworthy
bakkie on some rough unsurfaced
land staked out with sticks to
reverse between The bakkie was
missing one wing mirror and had
no inside mirror so reversing was
a problem On the way to the test
centre I quickly showed her how to
do a three point turn and then we
went to find an Instructor
We followed a vehicle for about 2
km to another rough piece of land
where there were a number of
other people receiving tuition in
large trucks Apparently trucks are
easier to drive than cars Ivy had a
lengthy discussion with an
Instructor and came away saying
he was too expensive We went
back to the test centre and she had
a small lesson with another
Instructor went for her test and
ldquopassedrdquo after handing over the
bribe Since coming back home I
have learnt that this practise is also
rife in Eastern Europe so maybe
we are surrounded by drivers who
have never passed an official test
Before Cute took her test she was
driving around with a friend when
she was stopped by the Police
With no official licence at that
time she was concerned that she
may be asked to produce
documents Luckily they did not
ask for these items but merely
requested the mobile telephone
numbers of the two ladies
probably to call them for a date
Fortunately the ladies were both
alert and gave incorrect numbers
There are often breakdown
vehicles near the main traffic lights
(robots) in Hazyview and an
inquisitive Ivy asked them why
they were waiting there
Apparently they often put oil on
the road at night especially when
the roads are wet to try to cause
accidents They were not ashamed
or shy to admit this and were not at
all concerned if people are injured
or killed as long as they get
business from the accidents
I was stopped no less than 5 times
by the local Police Sometimes just
checking vehicles and the
registration and other times for
trivialities like not coming to a halt
at a 4-way stop sign Once I was
stopped for speeding 79 kph in a
60 limit that I hadn‟t noticed After
protracted discussion and a view of
the video I was informed the fine
would be R750 although they
would accept R300 If I wanted a
receipt this would mean going to a
distant Police Station with the
possibility of a long wait I decided
to hand over R300 and get on our
way This later caused me some
resentment as the money obviously
went into the pocket of the Officer
Unfortunately and stupidly I did
not take a name and although I
reported the matter I never heard
any more If there is a next time I
shall know exactly what to do
Ever since we have been going to
Africa I have always tried to avoid
running over and killing any live
creature Sometimes it cannot be
avoided and I had at least two
instances this time which I have
regretted ever since I was driving
quite fast along the main road
heading for our house when a
Vervet Monkey ran from the road
side and into the path of the car I
could not avoid hitting it and the
loud thud made me feel quite sick
Looking in my mirror I could see
the Monkey lying dead in the road
- 10 minutes later I drove back to
town and the body had
disappeared At first I thought it
may have been moved by its
grieving family but it was probably
picked up by one of the large
raptors which regularly hover
above the road
Even more sickening was the time
I was driving in the grounds of a
local Hotel and I saw from the
car what I thought were
thousands of large flies floating
just above the ground There
were literally millions and I
avoided opening the car door to
investigate in case they all came
in I drove for about 300 metres
on this track before I got out for
an appointment and to my
absolute horror I then realised
they were baby frogs There had
been heavy rain the previous night
and they had all come up from the
nearby river It was an awesome
sight to see so many frogs together
but I was so angry that I had not
identified what they were until it
was too late
Relationship difficulties Bereavement Stress
BullyingAbuse Addictions Depression
SANCTUARY COUNSELLING SERVICE WATTON
Itrsquos good to talk Counselling can help if yoursquore struggling to cope with
Sanctuary offers a confidential low-cost counselling service with professionally trained counsellors who work on a short-term or long-term basis Call us on 01953 880922 to arrange an appointment Appointments are available 6 ndash 9pm Tuesdays and 930am ndash 1pm Wednesdays Sanctuary Counselling Service is part of River Ministries (Norfolk) registered charity number 1054419
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James Ball SHOWROOM 49 High Street Watton
01953
883288
Very Competitive Prices Most Makes of carpets
amp Vinyl Supplied and Fitted
South Africa again with a Touch of Mozambique and Swaziland
Watton in Bloom
On Sunday 4th July on a glorious summer
morning Watton Town Mayor Mr Roy Ivory
selected the best garden for summer blooms
on behalf of the Watton Society Despite the
cold frosty Spring and two weeks of drought
in late June Mr DR and Mrs AL Ankerman
were again awarded the silver platter to hold
for a year Of course most residents are not
aware that the Mayor is about the town
judging the gardens as this as a competition
that is not formally entered The Watton
Society are happy to make this award for the
fourteenth year with the help of the Mayor the
society‟s Honorary President Ten certificates
are awarded to those gardeners reaching a
highly commended standard in recognition of
their achievements Bryan H Wykes Vice
Chairman Watton Society
Fabulous mixed media Summer Art Exhibition 15 Talented local amp regional artists will be
displaying their work in mediums to include
watercolour gouache graphite wood
textile between Saturday 7th and Saturday
21st August in the Dragonfly Gallery at
Wayland House High St Watton Opening
Times are 10am ndash 4pm weekdays 10am ndash
1pm Saturdays There will be a Preview
Evening on Friday 6th August between 7pm
and 830pm All works on display can be
purchased - the preview evening is very
popular and recommended if you are
looking to buy and there will be a free glass
of wine and nibbles Please contact Susan
Hollingworth 01953 880205 for further
information
This month we did something completely
different for our WI meeting We spent
our time walking around Watton
following clues on a bdquoMurder Mystery
Trail‟ This was of course a fictional
murder but we had tremendous fun
solving the clues and finding out some
interesting facts about the history of
Watton on the way I don‟t think it would
be fair of me to tell you who did do it as
some of you may have intentions of
following the trail yourselves We
finished up at our meeting hall where we
enjoyed refreshments
Janet Oxborough from Ashill WI then
reported on the NFWI National AGM she
had attended in Cardiff in June As
expected the resolution urging the
Government on the mandatory labelling
of meat fish and poultry with true
country of origin was carried with a very
large majority Pat thanked Janet for a
very comprehensive account of the
meeting Birthday posies were presented
to Sandra and Jan and the raffle was won
by Joyce Jan and guest Janet Oxborough
Barbara will be hosting a Macmillan
Coffee Morning on Friday 10th
September ndash a little earlier than the
official date We also received details of
the Norfolk amp Norwich Operatic
Society‟s production at the Theatre Royal
in January ndash this is to be bdquoFiddler on the
Roof‟
Next month will be a social evening in
Watton Christian Community Centre
starting at 730 pm For information about
the WI as always the number to ring is Pat
on 882275 or Barbara on 882595
Who done it
Prayer of the Heart Activities at Watton Methodist Church Comprising Christian Meditation and Bi Monthly Worship For those seeking reflective
prayer mid-week worship with a more reflective and contemporary feel and those who
enjoy exploring their faith by reading spiritual books old and new
This month Christian Meditation in the vestry 2nd and 16th August for further details
ring Joyce 01953 88667
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 16 News
She did it She did it What a brave woman Frances
Packham is jumping out of a plane and being parachuted
safely down to earth by an experienced member of the
parachute team How proud of her I was watching her
come into sight out of the clouds and landing safely on the
ground and still managing to smile to her friends and
family anxiously watching her landing Perhaps it was a
grimace but we were all cheering and toasting her safe
return in champagne supplied by her partner Charles
Frances did this brave deed to do something special for
her 60th Birthday and at the same time to raise funds for
the local Charity Big C in memory of her friend Jim
Scrymgeour I am pleased to say that he knew she was
doing it for big C but when he died before the event he
would have been so touched by her thoughts for him
Sponsorship money is still coming in but to date Frances
has raised around pound1000 There is still time to donate to
Big C and donations can be left at the Wayland
Partnership Office
When Jim Scrymgeour died after losing his battle with
cancer with myself and our two sons Alan and Barrie at
his bedside we were grateful for all the prayers said for
him during his illness which I am sure kept him free from
pain right to the end As a family we were completely
overwhelmed by the cards (over 200) letters and flowers
sent to us with the messages that he was regarded as a
friendly funny person and always the gentleman At his
funeral there wasnt a seat to be had in the church He
would have been as overwhelmed as we were and I thank
everyone who took the time to come and pay their
respects The total sent by the undertakers to Big C was
pound81225
I have lots of thanks to make to the Doctors and nurses at
the Colney Centre to Dr Muller and Dr Kim the trainee
who were wonderful to Rosie from McMillan nurses to
the district nurses at Watton who were so supportive to
both of us who made him very comfortable and never
complained about his attitude to taking medication I have
to thank all our friends who were there for us and for me
since Jim has gone To the love and support I have felt
from my lovely customers at Top to Toe and a
very special thank you to my staff Alan
Gosia Kay and Rosemary who held
everything together running the shop in my
absence
To my brother and my brother in law for their
love lastly to God for giving me two
wonderful sons Alan and Barrie who with
their partners have been there for me as I
mourn the loss of my husband of 42 Years
He lived for those he loved And those he
loved remembered Marilyn Scrymgeour
HJC Ltd Motor Engineers
Servicing amp MOT preparation to all makes of
modern cars amp light commercials
Tyres Exhausts amp Batteries supplied and fitted
Courtesy cars available
Ask for Steve at 5 Linmore Court Threxton Rd
Industrial Estate Watton
Tel 01953 889924
Howlett - Rook
The wedding took place at Dereham Registry Office on the 11 th June of Mr
Wayne Howlett son of Barbara and Bryan Howlett of Holden Close
Oulton Broad and Miss Emma Rook daughter of Cathy and Colin Rook of
Hunters Oak Watton
The Bride was given away by her father and wore a Baby Pink dress She was
attended by Josie Mel Becky Summer and sisters Hollie and Debbie were
present The Best Man was Mr Reece Howlett and Kev and Rob were Ushers
The couple honeymooned for short break in London which will be followed
by a family holiday to Disney World in Florida at Christmas
What a star she is
Low Maintenance Gardens
Designed amp Built
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Patios ~ Paths ~ Fencing ~ Shingle Drives Seeding ~ Turfing Etc
Photos and References always available For a Quality Job amp Free Quote
Phone Tim Luxton on 01603 880184 wwwtimluxtonlandscapingcouk
The Wayland Show The Annual Wayland Show will be held on
Sunday 1st August just outside Watton on the
Brandon Road Last year‟s show was
acclaimed in the press and by many as the
best ever with fantastic weather record
attendance and more exhibitors competitors
and attractions than before It raised a total of
pound7150 for local charities
Among other things featuring in the Grand
Ring this year will be Jive Pony This unique
show has the lot with vaulting dancing
acting costume changes and amazing riding
skills Other very popular attractions are the
Bob Hogg Sheepdog Display West Norfolk
Foxhounds Trinity Foot Beagles and not
forgetting Cyril the Squirrel Racing Terriers
and Mid Norfolk Gundogs
New for 2010 is the Lifestyle Marquee and
planned attractions are a fashion show
cookery demos floral displays hair and
beauty exhibitions and a stunning dance
performance with the chance to relax and take
it all in while enjoying afternoon tea
Our livestock classes are well attended and of
a very high standard and with in-hand and
ridden classes the show is a chance to see
some of our best local Show Horses This year
we also welcome retrained Racehorses and
Working Hunters for the first time We are
also running clear round show jumping
The Wayland Agricultural Society Young
Achiever of the Year 2010 award recognises
outstanding dedication and contribution to
agriculture horticulture wildlife or any other
rural related sector or industry Entrants must
be under 21 years of age and the winner will
be announced prior to the Show and presented
with their award on the day The award is
sponsored by Weco Engineering of Watton
Radio Norfolk and Wayland Radio will be
broadcasting from the showground during the
day The organising Committee also recently
presented a cheque for pound1094100 to The
Nelsons Journey Charity from funds raised at
their annual Dinner Dance Nelsons Journey is
a Norwich based charity which supports
bereaved children and young people under the
age of 18yrs living in Norfolk
As mentioned in last month‟s edition
of the Mid-Norfolk Times Wayland
House in Watton High Street home of
the Wayland Partnership offers a wide
range of services and support to the
Wayland community as a whole We
are constantly striving to increase the
range of services but recognise that it
is vital that the community is made
aware of these services
Firstly we have an ldquoopen doorrdquo policy
and anyone is welcome to drop by to
find out what we offer This can range
from bus pass applications
appointments with the Registrar the
Wayland Community Bank to
exhibitions and events throughout the
year We also submit articles to the
Times and regularly have a slot on
Wayland Radio
However as the local population
grows we want to ensure that
newcomers are included and made
aware of the information and support
they can get from Wayland House For
those with access to the internet you
might be interested in knowing that the
Partnership now has three websites
covering all the areas and activities we
are involved inThe current Partnership
site is wwwwaylandorguk but this is
currently being updated and the new
site will be launched soon Try
wwwthewaylanddragonflygalleryco
uk where you will find current and
forthcoming exhibitions examples of
local artists work for sale within the
Gallery shop
Finally for the business community
we have waylandbusinesscentrecouk
which contains a wealth of valuable
information and links to additional
information We also issue regular
Email Information Bulletins to some
400 local businesses and if you don‟t
already receive them let us know and
we will add you to the database (see
contact details below) Also have a
look at
waylandbusinesscentreblogspotcom
which provides your business with a
chance to share your expertise and
knowledge with a larger audience It
gives you a valuable opportunity to
network and is particularly useful for
sole traders and those who work from
home
You can see us at the Wayland Show
on 1st August where we will be
sharing a stand with the Wayland
Community Bank If you are there
please drop by and see us
We will be submitting regular news
and information to the Times as it
gives us good coverage and is
delivered widely in the area However
for more information on the services
and facilities available from Wayland
House and the Wayland Business
Centre call in to our reception phone
us on 01953 880204 or mail to
iainwaylandorguk
News from the Wayland Partnership
Picture Breckland Photographic
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 17
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01953 881243
Unit 2 Coughtrey Industrial Estate
Church Road Griston IP25 6QB
Fitted Kitchens
Bathrooms
Internal Doors
Free Quotations amp
Full Planning Service
Massage Treatments
Swedish Massage and Hot Stone Massage
Appointments available at
BROOM HALL Country Hotel
Saham Toney Your Local Three Star Hotel
Telephone 01953 882125 wwwbroomhallhotelcouk
Holme Hale Pavilion
Summer Fete Saturday 7th August
10am -- 430pm Cake Stall Refreshments Beer
Tent Lots of Childrens games and also for Adults Grand Draw BBQ
(local butcher) Rescue Greyhounds
Institute Advanced Motorists Bouncy Castle also ladies have
your nails amp toenails painted and much much more
All welcome come enjoy
It‟s that time of year again at the
time of writing we are in the middle
of Quilts Three our third annual
exhibition courtesy of the Wayland
Partnership in the Dragonfly Gallery
at Wayland House It gives an
opportunity for others to see exactly
what we do hack tack and stuff With
a name like that we are obviously not
bdquojust another sewing group‟ This
year we were worried about having
enough work to exhibit and then had
far more than we could show The
exhibition opened at 10 o‟clock on
Saturday the 10th July continuing
until the 17th Half way through the
week over one hundred and fifty
visitors had been counted Work on
show included not only quilts of all
sizes but also fabric boxes cushions
bags toys and other examples of the
members‟ crafts made for personal
use and as gifts There were examples
of the Heart cushions given to people
who have had surgery for breast
cancer and quilts for ill
and traumatised
children and teenagers
distributed through the
Norfolk branch of
ProjectLinus There was
a raffle donations box
and articles for sale
Proceeds will go
towards materials for
items for these charities
There will be more
details in the next
edition
Meanwhile meetings
and demonstrations
continued normally including an
excellent example of the latter
featuring a variety of borders by
two clever ladies This was so well
organised that members were
provided with pieces of pre-cut
fabrics so there was no excuse for
not bdquohaving a go‟ We are all fired
with enthusiasm and likely to put
borders on everything I suggest
partners check their shirts and
trousers
The group does not meet in August
but will be back on Tuesday the
14th September at 7 pm in the
Watton Christian Community
Centre for the beginning of another
session meanwhile members and
non-members can check our Blog
at httphtsqgroupblogspotcom
to see what is happening over the
next few months This features a
calendar which has details up until
the end of the year It is also
updated very regularly If you are
not online phone Sue Hart on
01362 822536
Hackers Tackers and Stuffers
Last year Alan Smiths Birthday
present from his daughter and son in
law (Kerry and Chris Varley) was a
book written about some mature men
walking the coast2coast It was so
inspiring and amusing to read that
soon several other people including
his wife (Gill) and 2 close friends
(Tim and Carol Suthers) had also
been inspired and enjoyed the read
All 6 of us enjoy our walks and
encouraged by the two youngest
(Chris amp Kerry) who have done this
before they decided to take up the
challenge From St Bees on the west
coast to Robin‟s Hood Bay on the
east coast some 192 miles in 13 days
will be covered in August this year as
their annual holiday Whilst doing
this they have been encouraged by a
few people to make it an event to
raise money for charity
They thought it would be nice to
support a local charity in East Anglia
and have chosen the East Anglian Air
Ambulance Registered Charity
1083876 They are a 365 day-a-year life-
saving service across Bedfordshire
Cambridgeshire Peterborough Norfolk
and Suffolk The charity is independent
of government and National Lottery
funding and is entirely dependent on
fund-raising and contributions To keep
its two air ambulances flying and to
provide the advanced medical
equipment they carry over pound3 million
per year has to be raised The group
thought it would be good to offer their
support to the EAAA in making this
walk not just their holiday and
challenge but also an event to raise
some cash to help them in their work
Gill also contacted the organisation to
see if they could visit and see first-hand
one of the helicopters and the staff of
EAAA who offer such a valuable and
life-saving service
On average the EAAA are called to
four incidents every day life
threatening situations such as road
traffic accidents incidents involving
people in inaccessible places and
cardiac arrests Because of the
advanced skills drugs and equipment
found on board and being able to
access places impossible for a land
ambulance the EAAA can make the
difference
Will you help us to help them in their
work To make a donation and offer
your support you can visit httpwwwjustgivingcomcoast2coastthevarleyssuthersandsmiths
Birthday Day Present Inspires 3 Couples to take up a Challenge
From left to right Chris Varley Alan Smith Gill Smith
Kerry Varley Carol Suthers and Tim Suthers
At Wayland Scout Group we
started the month with a Family
Day the Cubs and Scouts cooked
lunch for over 50 people to
celebrate our first AGM Parents
siblings Leaders and the District
Commissioner John Sweeney
were treated to dips and cruditeacutes
Southern Fried Chicken rice and
beans and salads followed by
apple pie and custard
All the young people did a fantastic
job creating a delicious meal made
even better by the wonderful weather
Following a cricket match we were
joined by Rev Geoff Garrett from St
May‟s Church who dedicated our
new flags for us
The afternoon was finished in fine
style with a wonderful array of
homemade cakes and a cup of tea
The Leaders would like to pass on
their thanks to everyone for their
wonderful support and help
The Cubs recently enjoyed a craft
night creating robots form junk
including turning one Cub into an
android by creating an amazing
costume for him
This term the Scouts have been
working towards their Global
Challenge including looking at
different traditions around the
world As it is nearly the end of
term they had plenty of fun
making a traditional Fez with
maybe a nod to Doctor Who who
has recently made the hats cool
The Scout Troop has also been
challenged by the local Rotarians to
have a camp using only a Shelter Box
tent and the emergency equipment
provided in the box Of course they
have accepted the challenge and will
be holding this
camp in mid-
August Our aim
is to be
sponsored so we
can raise enough
money be able
to buy a Shelter
Box for the
charity If you
would like to
sponsor us
please contact
Theresa Cutts on 01953 884243
or email
waylandscoutsgooglemailcom for
more information
At a recent event hosted by the
County Commissioner Richard
Butler the Leaders were also
presented with certificates to
congratulate them on opening a
successful Cub Pack Scout Troop
and building a Leadership team
We are also looking forward to a
4 day activity camp in August
with the rest of South West
Norfolk District If you are
interested in finding out more
about Scouting in Watton please
email us on the address above
AGM Androids and Fezs
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 18 News
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Visit our Social Club - Bar open every Wednesday and Friday from
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The bdquoAttleborough Players‟ amateur
dramatic society has been entertaining
people in the locality for more than 35
years with shows pantomimes plays
concerts and we are currently
rehearsing a musical play to feature a
group of our very talented younger
members to be staged in October
Since present day legislation has strict
demands for separate changing
facilities for adults and youngsters we
now have an additional burden on our
already strained finances
The society is a registered charity and
finances have been maintained at a
respectable level by staging shows
and our popular bdquoFish bdquon‟ Quiz‟
evenings on a regular basis hopefully
we will be presenting another quiz in
November Ticket prices have been
kept at a very competitive pound5 for most
of our shows takings which go
mostly towards running costs the rest
into a dwindling bank account In
these days of drastic belt tightening
we prefer to keep the cost of tickets
low to benefit our audiences This
means of course that our pool of
monetary assets has developed a
steady leak
We are looking for any business or
individual willing to sponsor us
Sponsorship would guarantee
programme and poster advertising to a
negotiable degree while private
individuals would benefit by free
tickets to any of our events of their
choice
Any business or private individual
willing to help us in this way please
contact our treasurer Anne
Greenwood ndash Tel 01953 455022
With our ever increasing membership
particularly of teenagers we think the
bdquoAttleborough Players‟ is a
worthwhile concern to keep running
on an even keel We hope you do too
The Players need your help
Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles By popular request the PHIL
BROOKPETE OXBOROUGH
JAZZ QUARTET are returning to
St Margarets church Breckles on
FRIDAY 17th SEPTEMBER at 730
pm The Quartet also features Ivars
Galenieks bass and Bob Dore
drums Tickets are pound1250 to
include refreshments and can be
obtained from Margaret Morfoot
Telehone 01953 498286 There will
be a beer and wine bar from 7 pm
This is a very popular evening All
proceeds for the upkeep of St
Margarets Church Breckles
Breckles is on the B1111 4 miles
north of the A11B1111 junction
Watton Ballroom Dancing Association
Queenrsquos Hall Watton 8pm till 11pm
Admission pound350
Saturday August 7th Mike 01953 882799
Wayland High School Students‟ British Science Association CREST Award
Twelve Year 9 students at
Wayland High School have
received the British Science
Association‟s CREST award for
designing and producing industry
standard batik artwork bags It is
the first time that the school has
entered the CREST awards
facilitated by The Exchange
(Norfolk Education Business
Partnership) who provided a small
bursary to support the batik
project Photograph of the students
with Batik bags and certificates
attached
Jan Cockburn from The Exchange
who visited the school to present
the awards at a Year 9 assembly
said Congratulations to the
students who carried out the batik
project You have shown great
enthusiasm for the subject and
fully deserve the national
recognition provided by a British
Science Association CREST
award
Val Wenham teacher and batik
artist who led the project said
The students learned the full batik
process including use of wax and
dyes initially experimenting on
paper before developing their
designs for the bags They created
designs that could be reproduced
on an industrial basis and studied
the technological and commercial
side of working in batik
Sadly one of the awards was
presented posthumously Alastair
Codling who also took part in the
batik project received his twin
sister Claire‟s award Claire
passed away earlier this year
For more information about the
work of The Exchange see
wwwnorfolk-exchangeorguk or
tel 01953 601439
For more information about British
Science Association CREST
Awards see
wwwbritishscienceassociationorg
webccafCREST
Pictured left to right are - Back Ellis Stone Harrison Cutts Sophie Shaw Ben Rees Martha Watts Stephanie
Parker Lauren Symons Megan Kennedy Front Alistair Codling Cameron Goldie Sam Beckwith
Our meeting in July had a
slightly different format to the
usual system We held a coffee
and chat event and we accepted a
cheque on behalf of Diabetes
UK for pound1136 presented by the
former chairman of Breckland
District Council
John Rogers The chairman of
our group Ron Thompson
accepted the cheque and said that
the money would be used by
Diabetes UK to help to fund
holidays for children with
Diabetes Councillor John
Rogers was warmly thanked
(Please see separate article for
picture page 14)
At our next meeting on August
9th two of our members will be
talking about the work they do
with the Retired Greyhound
Trust They are going to be
bringing a couple of their four
legged friends too John and Rod
will be suitably tethered to stop
them straying around the tables
and getting in the dogs way
The meeting starts at 1015am at
the Pentecostal Church Watton
(whom we thank for the use of
their facilities) all welcome For
further details about the group or
any of the meetings please
phone Helen 01953 884713 and
leave a message and I will get
back to you as soon as I can
We are have a special meeting on
the 13th September when we are
very fortunate to have as our
speaker Richard Lane OBE
President of Diabetes UK Some of
our members met Richard for the
first time last year and were very
taken by him and his frankness and
honesty about his Diabetes and
what has happened to him He is a
very interesting man and we are
very lucky he is available to come
and speak to us
We will be providing a light buffet
lunch for this meeting at a cost of pound5
per head and we would be pleased to
invite you to join us Because we
need to know numbers for the
catering arrangements please could
you phone David 01362 696781
before August 9th if you would like
to attend this special meeting
Watton amp District Group - Diabetes UK
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News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 19
Poet‟s Place Poet‟s Place is open once more to all readers to
submit their own work for publication All
contributions are welcome and will be printed
unedited for reader‟s enjoyment
A GOOD DEAL
When I‟m watching the birds in our garden
Little lambs that gambol in fields
I thank God I have such perception
This is what I would call a good deal
A small child with a smile that is wistful and shy
And a look to melt hearts made of steel
With a grasp of tiny soft fingers
Makes me realise what a good deal
Our cat usually independent and strong
Purrs around at my feet rubs my heel
I know it‟s because he wants feeding
He knows he is on a good deal
When dining out at a pub or cafeacute
I go where they serve a fine meal
With the atmosphere right and excellent food
Best of all I will get a good deal
Shopping in town for my clothing
Can be such a blinking ordeal
I go and intend not to overspend
And resolve I will get a good deal
Deciding on presents for Christmas
Then doing my best to conceal
The parcels I‟ve bought for each person
It‟s fine to receive a good deal
The flowers that grow in my garden
I planted in Spring with such zeal
Are now blooming so bright with such colours
I can see I have got a good deal
When I meet with my friends for a bridge game
My excitement I try to conceal
When the cards that I hold help me win lots of points
It‟s because I‟ve been dealt a good deal
Edith Pleasance copy 290906
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And get your copy of the Mid-Norfolk Times at these businesses
Great Ellingham Village Stores amp PO
Long St Gt Ellingham 01953 452 155
Post Office Fresh Bread amp Milk Daily
Rocklands Post Office amp Stores
The Street Rocklands 01953 483 217
Car Tax Lottery Fresh Milk
Quick Stop Church Street Attleborough
01953 458 036 Italian Wines 2 for pound5 Wide range
of Polish Foods available
Old Buckenham Stores The Green Old Buckenham
01953 860210 If you purchase goods from the shop costing over pound50 (excluding the post office cigarettes lottery and Paypoint) in one transaction then you will be entitled to claim a bottle of Italian wine (worth pound5)
Lovells Post Office amp Stores
Market Place New Buckenham
01953 860 351
Village Stores Market Street East Harling
01953 718115 A wide range of products in stock
Anne and Kevin Ledgard
Londis News Extra
High Street Attleborough (Opposite Sainsburys)
01953 453 257 Newspapers amp magazines
Wide range of confectionery tobacconist Wide range of Wines Beers and Spirits
Londis Banham 01953 887320
Your Local Village Supermarket
Watton University of the Third Age (U3A) Forty eight members enjoyed the tour
of North Norfolk by train and coach
A superb cream tea at Bircham
Windmill rounded off the tour in style
The next trip is a tour of the Fens with
a professional guide on Friday 17th
September The booking list is now
open contact Ron on 01953 889951
The Croquet Group is now playing at
the Watton Sports Centre on a
Tuesday afternoon New players
would be most welcome including
visitors (potential new members) For
playing times contact Margaret on
01953 882136 Alan Bickers is the
new Leader of the Pub Lunch Group
who will have their first meeting on
Thursday 12th August
Next venue for the Garden Visits
Group is Dunbheagan House near
Dereham with music in the afternoon
and teas in aid of the St Johns
Ambulance Meet at 130pm in the
Queens Hall car park Transport can
be arranged Contact Susan on 01953
881373
The next monthly meeting is on
Thursday 26th August when the
speaker will be Barbara Miller with
ldquoNorwich over the Waterrdquo
The Membership Secretary can be
contacted on 01953 885358 For
further information on the National
U3A go to wwwu3aorg
On Thursday 24th June the
announcement was made in London of
the winner of this year‟s Carnegie
medal That prize has been awarded by
children‟s librarians almost every year
since 1936 for an outstanding book for
children and young people Since 23rd
April when the short-list was
announced 50000 children in schools
all over Britain have been reading the
eight novels - nearly 3000 pages of
high quality fiction Thirty of those
very dedicated readers met on the same
day in Attleborough High School
Library to spend two hours in lively
debate with their guests from Old
Buckenham High School sustained by
strawberries cheese straws and home-
made cakes
The event organised by the school‟s
librarian Helen Gage greatly engaged
the students and staff and much heated
argument about which was the best of
the books on the list ensued The group
voted for their own choice of winner
took lots of photographs and then at
the time stipulated by the Carnegie‟s
national organisers opened the
envelope containing the name of the
winning title Neil Gaiman‟s bdquoThe graveyard book‟ Of the gathering in Attleborough High School‟s
library student Ellie Halls (pictured above) was the only one who had firmly backed that choice In
November the long-list for next year‟s award will be published ndash and the whole wonderful process
will begin again We can‟t wait
Carnegie medal celebration the Attleborough High School big debate
Wayland Happy Circle Our July meeting was a social afternoon with a Beetle Drive followed by a Strawberry Tea Shirley
welcomed 25 members and 1 visitor and seven birthday cards were distributed Our former President
is making good progress and we hope to see her back amongst us soon
Shirley organised the Beetle Drive the first session being won by Molly and Maureen and the second
by Jenny Two of members Margaret and Jenny had prepared the strawberries and cream and these
were enjoyed by all with shortbread and a cuppa The usual raffle was held to close the afternoon
25 members and guests will be going on the outing in July and tea will be taken at Elveden Visitor
Centre followed by a tour of the Stanta Training Area
Our next meeting will be on 3rd August when Tina Cruz will talk to us about Portuguese cooking
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 20 News
July 1st ndash The day that Rotary
Clubs all over the world install their
new presidents And this year
Watton was no exception Outgoing
president Richard Akister handed
over to new president Doctor Mike
Harvey (see pic) Health problems
caused Mike to take early
retirement as a general practitioner
and having come to Norfolk and
settled in Shipdham some 5 years
ago he was introduced to the
Watton Rotary Club and thought it
would be a good platform and outlet
for his considerable energy and
skill He was an instigator of the
Watton Club‟s very
successful fundraising
drive in support of the
bdquoBalloons for Hearts‟
initiative in 20078 With
the help of 2 other Rotary
Clubs pound5300 was raised
and a giant cheque was
presented to the campaign
coordinator We hear that
the cheque is still on
display in the cardiac
reception area at the
NNUH Mike intends to
continue his ministry of the
Watton Club with a
medical flavour
As a prelude to the presidential
handover in both clubs Watton
Inner Wheel and Rotary Clubs
joined forces and held a most
successful bdquoround the houses‟ or
bdquosafari‟ supper Changing sets of 3
or 4 couples rotate around each of
several members‟ houses for the
various courses of an evening meal
with everyone landing up at the
President‟s house for the final
course and a bit of party time
Following our visit to New South
Wales Australia last year the
Watton Club is hosting the first part
of the return Rotary international
friendship exchange in September
Eight couples from various places
in NSW are expected they will stay
with Watton members for a few
days before moving on to be hosted
by Rotarians of various other
Rotary clubs throughout Norfolk
and Suffolk More about this next
month Martin Anscombe
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Only pound150 per Bag Delivered free (min 5 bags)
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During a debate about jobs and
unemployment on July 7th I made my
maiden speech in the House of Commons
I have focussed my column this month on
the content and inspirations for the speech
in which I set out why I am so passionate
about representing our area
Maiden speeches have a long tradition in
the Commons and new MPs usually
don‟t involve themselves in debates in the
House until they have made theirs
Maidens give new MPs a chance to talk
about their constituency and to outline
some of the issues they aim to work on
I focused my speech on three key
themes the need for a more local
approach to jobs and housing how the
politically correct bdquorights‟ culture
ignores traditional values and the need
for a better politics
The Rural Way of Life
Living and running a business locally I
know how life in rural England has been
overlooked I know how our traditional
values are too often denigrated and how
Norfolk has become increasingly
marginalised
ldquoTackling that sense of marginalisation
in order to unlock the talents and
aspirations of its people are the
central theme of my work as [an] MP
The people of Mid Norfolk feel
marginalised by the decision-making
process and too often forced to change
in ways that they have neither chosen
nor like The small local voluntary and
rural is all too often crowded out by the
big national professional and urban
[R]ural Britain has been especially
hard hit by unemployment during this
recession and my constituency has
pockets of rural deprivation which are
often hidden Pensioner poverty can
be especially invisible
ldquoPost offices pubs and village shops
close while more and more people are
forced to commute increasing distances
from the mass housing estates that have
been forced on our market towns and
councilsrdquo
ldquoThe people of Mid Norfolk sent me
here to speak up for them so I shall
[They] have found themselves
increasingly powerless in the face of a
tidal wave of legislation and big
government from Europe Whitehall
and unaccountable regional quangos
Many worry that our culture has been
hijacked by an increasingly intolerant
politically correct anything goes
multiculturalism which seems to have
too little respect for the longer
traditions of tolerance personal
freedom and responsibility embedded in
our traditional heritage By pumping
the bellows of local empowerment I
believe that we can reignite the embers
of a culture which can and should be
allowed to coexist with metropolitan
Britain to mutual benefitrdquo
Economic opportunities
Having run my ldquoNorfolk Wayrdquo campaign
for over three years I know how urgently
we need new jobs and opportunities in
Mid Norfolk Average wages here are low
and I wanted to focus on how we can
reignite our economy and strengthen local
communities and services
ldquoIn my three-year candidacy I insisted
on another way we call it the Norfolk
way a vision of a vibrant rural society
based on a renaissance of rural
enterprise smaller pockets of mixed
housing spread more fairly and
sustainably fast-growing small
businesses and jobs back in our villages
and towns less commuting a richer
mix of ages and blue and white-collar
jobs in active communities
ldquoSome may ask Where are those new
jobs and businesses to come from Let
me tell the House Situated between
Norwich and Cambridge are two of the
worlds leading centres of scientific
research and innovation in food
biomedicine and the clean
technologies all of which are so vital
to the global challenges that we face
Mid Norfolk is perfectly positioned to
become a hub of entrepreneurial
activity and new jobs With the world-
leading John Innes centre the Institute
of Food Research world-class
agriculture and high-tech engineering
along the A11 corridor we can lead
those new economic sectors on which
we will increasingly dependrdquo
ldquoAs someone who came to politics after
a 15-year career in creating new
technology businesses I hope to be able
to put my experience to good use in that
area However that revolution cannot
happen without two essential things
new models of investment in
infrastructure including the A11 rural
broadband and rail links and some
local leadershiprdquo
Giving People Responsibility
I believe in giving local communities
power Residents in a village know the
problems they have and usually know
how to solve them better than somebody
in an office miles away During my
speech I called for a new approach
ldquoThe stale post-war model of statist
centralisation and dependence on the
Whitehall handout has failed Norfolk
Rural Britain is the repository of
some important virtues that our modern
culture has neglected a deep belief in
self-help and responsibility an
insistence that everybody in a
community has a role and the rejection
of a shallow media cultures obsession
with celebrity and a love of the small
the different and the local These are
qualities that are deeply rooted in the
English character
ldquoAt the heart of this manifesto is a big
idea that citizenship is forged
through the empowering act of the
state granting responsibility to its
citizens That is the central idea which
has brought me into politics as a
Conservative and which I am delighted
is once again the idea at the heart of
modern Conservatism and this
coalitionrdquo
It was an honour to make my maiden on
behalf of the people of Mid Norfolk and
if you would like a full transcript of the
speech please email
Georgefreemanmpparliamentuk or
watch the video of the speech on my
website wwwgeorgefreemancouk
The Westminster View
George Freeman is the Conservative MP
for Mid-Norfolk The object of this
column is to help readers stay in touch
with their MP - it is not intended as a
reflection of the political views of anyone
associated with the Mid Norfolk Times
Watton Rotary Roundup
People for Animal Care Trust
(PACT) and Caine Lloyd of
Lloyd Engineering in Watton are
organising an adventure to climb
Mount Kilimanjaro in spring
2011 The intention is to raise
funds for PACT through
sponsorship and to have some fun
doing so
My name is Geoff Bell and I am
one of the people who are taking
part in this Challenge I have the
funds for my part in this challenge
but I fell it would be good to raise
funds for PACT as well
Through the Kili Challenge
PACT will receive funding to
build much needed additional
kennels to house the regular
influx of animals they have
PACT is based in Woodrising
and work hard to ensure the
welfare of animals in Norfolk
PACT‟s web-site is
wwwpactsanctuaryorg and more
information about them can be
obtained from there With your
kind help it would be a great
honour and privilege to extend
my support for PACT by taking
part in this challenge and to be of
help and support to one of the
loves in my life
If you would like to sponsor me
to take part in this challenge and
raise much needed funding for
PACT then please contact me
through Facebook or ring me on
01953-882925 For more
information you can ring PACT
on 01362 820775 or Caine on
01953 881255 I will also be
holding three public collection
days for this outside the Co-op in
Watton on the 18th August 15th
September and 13th October
Thank you for your support
The Kili Challenge in aid of PACT
Picture Supplied
Church Times and Puzzle
Watton Churches Together Service Calendar for August 2010
St Maryrsquos Church Watton 1st 3rd amp 4th Wednesday at 930am Holy Communion
2nd Wednesday Morning Worship Church Office opens Tues
Wed amp Thurs 9am-1pm Tel 01953 881252
margaretchurchadmfreeservecouk wwwstmaryswattonorg
Sun 1st 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
530pm Choral Evensong
Sun 8th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
Sun 15th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Sun 22nd 800am Holy Communion
1000am All Age Worship
12 noon Holy Baptism
630pm Praise and Worship with Shine
Sun 29th 800am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Watton Methodist Church Every Wednesday the Church is open for quiet reflection and
prayer between 1000am amp 1200noon
Itrsquos your quiet place At 1030 there is a half-hour Midweek
Service in the Large Vestry led by the Minister or a Church
Member wwwwattonmethodistbtikcom
Sun 1st 1045am Rev Barbara Winner Holy Communion
630pm Rev Brian Eagle
Sun 8th 1045am Mr Richard Hompstead
630pm Mrs Janet Roebuck
Sun 15th 1045am Mrs Sonia Mann
630pm Mr Brian Lawrence
Sun 22nd 1045am Mrs Elsie Warby
630pm Revd Barbara Winner Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1100am Section Service at Saham Hills
Mr John Winner
630pm Rev Brian Eagle Holy Communion
Roman Catholic Community Each Sat 530pm Mass at Watton Methodist Church
Pentecostal Church Dereham Road Watton There is a Noahs Ark Sunday and Kings Kids for children
during the Sunday morning services
Sun 1st 1030am Morning Service with guest speakers
Christian amp Ann Fernandez from La Rochelle France
Sun 8th 1030am Family Service amp Doughnuts
600pm Prayer amp Praise with guest speaker
Dama Safari from Shalom Africa
Sun 15th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Freed from your past‟
Sun 22nd 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Made in God‟s image‟
600pm Prayer and Praise
Sun 29th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoChanged by love‟
St Nicholasrsquo Church Ashill Tuesdays 1000am Said Holy Communion
Sun 1st 930am Lay Led Morning Worship
Sun 8th 930am Morning Worship
Sun 15th 930am All Age Worship
Sun 22nd 930am Holy Communion
St Georgersquos Church Saham Toney Sun 1st 1030am Benefice Service of Holy Communion
Sun 8th 1100am Morning Worship and Holy Baptism
Sun 15th 1100am Pet Service
1230pm Holy Baptism
Sun 22nd 1100am Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1030am Group Service of Holy Communion
SS Peter amp Paulrsquos Church Carbrooke Sun 8th 1030am All Age Worship
Sun 15th 1030am Holy Communion
Sun 22nd 1030am Lay Led Morning Worship
1230pm Holy Baptism
St John the Evangelist Church Ovington Thursdays 800am Said Holy Communion
Sun 8th 12 noon Pet Service
Sun 22nd 930am Lay Led All Age Worship
Breckles Caston Great Hockham Griston Merton Stow Bedon
Thompson
Worship Calendar August 2010
Sunday 1st August
1030 am United Holy Communion Thompson
Sunday 8TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Breckles
(Patronal Festival)
Sunday 15TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Gt Hockham
1030 am United Holy Communion Caston
Sunday 22ND August 900 am Holy Communion (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Gt Hockham
Sunday 29TH August
1030 am United Holy Communion Griston
Sunday 5TH September
1030 am United Holy Communion Stow Bedon
Our Pram Service Sunday Club amp WAY youth group
will resume in September
Enquiries The Revd Bob Nichols Tel (01953) 483222
Email revbobnicholsgmailcom
All Saints Church Threxton Sunday 1st August at 10 am
Scribble Pad
Across 7 One looking for riches (76) 8 Something to keep the claws in shape (8) 9 An assistant would be an idea (4) 10 Snap a biscuit for Christmas (7) 12 This clue might lead you the wrong way (5) 14 Fused fuse (5) 16 Feminine pronoun (7) 19 A phaser setting used by Captain Kirk (4) 20 A reserve supply to be drawn on (8) 22 but loose (553)
Down 1 A bright star from Avon (4) 2 Slopey writing (6) 3 infield pagan (7) 4 as chips said the chick (5) 5 Inherited (6) 6 Use this to change names (44) 11 Compared to a relation (8) 13 Earth shaking (7) 15 Of the coldest season (6) 17 How warm snow goes (6) 18 The sound of teddy bears (5) 21 Burn to charcoal (4)
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Would you like to win a pound10 Voucher to spend Simply complete
the crossword on the right and drop it in to The Wayland News bin
at (or post it to) Adcocks 32 High Street Watton Norfolk IP25
6AE before the paper deadline All correct entries will be put into a
draw and the winner will receive a pound10 voucher to spend In the
event of any dispute the decision of the Editor will be final The
clues are a mix of cryptic and easy with one or two anagrams
thrown in just to make it more interesting
The correct solution will be published in the next issue
Last Month‟s Puzzle The winner of last month‟s pound10 prize was Mrs S Dockray of
Nelson Court Watton Well done Mrs Dockray
Thought for the month By Rev Barbara Winner Methodist Church Well the World Cup was disappointing for some of us and so
was Wimbledon There doesn‟t seem much to celebrate Or is
there
There was once a speaker who started off one of his talks by
showing everyone in the audience a pound50 note It was a crisp
new note He asked the room full of people who would like
the pound50 and it was no surprise that most hands went up He
then proceeded to crumple the note up in his hand and then
asked who still wanted it The hands stayed up Next he
dropped the note on the ground and started to grind the note
with his shoe When he picked it up it was dirty and
crumpled When he asked who still wanted it the hands stayed
up Well of course they did ndash just because it was crumpled
and dirty didn‟t prevent it being worth the pound50 just as it had
been in the beginning when he started his talk The note was
still of value ndash the value hadn‟t changed
We are in a time of change and cuts and we don‟t quite know
what‟s coming next But whatever cuts and changes come
however much we feel the effects our value as people has not
changed Life throws all sorts of things at us and we can end
up feeling crumpled and trodden on In God‟s eyes we are
loved and precious ndash valuable And no amount of cuts
changes and troubles will change this God‟s love for us is a
pure gift ndash it is not subject to cuts and change We read in the
Bible that God so loved the world that he gave his son that we
might have life And what‟s more it is a gift freely given
Now that really is worth celebrating
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 22 News
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Has Your PC Slipped a Disc Netted a virus Mouse trapped and
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Call Julian Horn on 01953 881885 ldquoSilver Surferrdquo support a speciality
SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEAS Hosted by St Maryrsquos Church in August
Sunday 15th August Christian Community Centre 230pm until 4pm All
welcome - please come along and bring family and friends
Watton United FC have begun
preparing for life in Anglian
Combination Division 1 by
appointing ex - Diss and Watton
player Paul Nicholls to assist with
training and match days whilst he
awaits his return to football from a
serious injury Manager Vince
Harwood has welcomed his return
to the club in a coaching capacity
and hopes his experience at a
higher level will improve the
young players currently at the club
Further changes behind the scenes
include the appointment of Ian
Hunt and Christian Hayward to
assist with running the reserve
team this season and they are
encouraging any new players to
attend training on Wednesday
nights at Watton Sports Centre
(7pm start)
The club has also arranged a number
of Preseason friendlies for the first
team all at home versus Watton
United 18s Dersingham Rovers
(Friday 6th August) and Thetford
Rovers (Wednesday 11th August)
kicking off at 645pm Their first
league fixture is a local derby away
at Wymondham Town on Tuesday
17th August
The reserves new management
team are looking forward to home
games against Thetford Rovers
Reserves (Wednesday 4th August)
and an unnamed team (Friday 13th
August) before their season starts
on Thursday 19th August away at
Mattishall Reserves All games
Kick off at 645pm
The club also have a number of
advertising opportunities available
this season with programme
adverts and advertising boards at
the ground all priced at pound50 for the
season Anyone interested should
contact Paul Woods on
07917361762 or email
infowattonunitedfccouk
Getting ready for the new season
For a small very rural bowls club
Ashill has exceeded all expectations
this year Our men reached the
quarterfinals of the Bales Cup and
Peter Bunn Colin Breeze Bob Hall
and Alan Willer reached the same
stage in the Norfolk County Fours The
men also lie 2nd in the Central North
Division just a half point behind
Thetford The ladies section not to be
outdone have also faired very well
Chris Bailey reaching the quarterfinals
of the County Unbadged Singles
before succumbing to an opponent
from Freethorpe she Inga Healy and
Jackie Taylor got to the quarterfinals of
the Coronation Cup and the latter two
and Sheila Malyon reached the semi-
finals of the County Triples before
being beaten by Diss at RG Carters
In the mixed competitions we
overcame Long Stratton Thetford and
Connaught (the latter two on their
home greens) to reach the semi-finals
of the Jermy Cup our opponents being
Freethorpe on Sunday 18th July at the
neutral green of Wymondham and just
recently we won the Coral Cup played
at Watton Bowls Club So far it has
been a very successful and enjoyable
season despite the vagaries of our
uncertain weather
Ashill Bowls Club minnows on a high
The sunny warm and dry weather
has turned parts of the course brown
but has made for some exciting golf
None more so than in the June
monthly medal when David Flack
playing off a handicap of 10 shot a
net 62 In the same competition
Martin Parker achieved a hole in 1
on the par three 12th hole which
made him very happy but led to a
large dent in his bank balance
Recent Stableford competition
winners were Tony Bonner Alan
Blythe Phil Barrall David Wakeford
and David Packard
Recent inter-club match results were
versus Eaton Away lost 2frac12 - 3frac12 V
Royal Cromer away lost 1frac12 - 4frac12 V
Costessey park at home lost 2frac12 -
3frac12 V Gt Yarmouth at home won
5frac12 - frac12
The Seniors Open was held on 1st
July and approx 50 players
representing 14 different clubs
played in a stableford competition It
was an excellent day enjoyed by all
and the winner was George Axten
from Kings Lynn A separate
competition for Richmond Park
members was won by David Adcock
Richmond Park Golf Club Senior Section
On Saturday 21st August at Ashill
rectory Garden there will be a Fun
BBQ from 4pm to 8pm Tickets are
just pound5 for adults and pound250 for
children and include BBQ Salads
and delicious desserts
We hope to raise enough money at
this event to fund another year of
education for children in Uganda
who we have supported for six years
Tickets are available from Ann Bunn
on 01760 440 150
Fun Barbecue for Ugandan Children
The Annual Summer Show will
be held on SATURDAY
AUGUST 7trade This is an
opportunity for residents of
Rocklands and the surrounding
area to exhibit Fruit and
Vegetables Flowers Cookery
Art and Handicrafts and for the
children to show off their skills
in various classes
Entries for the show are
accepted between 9am and
12noon with judging
commencing at 1pm Doors are
open to the public at approx
330pm Show Schedules are
available from Post Office
Stores Rocklands or Margaret
Lister
If you feel you would like to
take part in our Summer Show
and would like more
information contact Margaret
Lister on 01953 483417
Annual Summer Show at Rocklands
Celebrations Celebrations You are all warmly invited to join
us at Choral Evensong at St
Mary‟s Church Watton on
Sunday 1st August at 530pm for
a special service of prayer and
beautiful church music and
afterwards for tea and cake
This is a celebration as our church
choir is one of 67 choirs affiliated
to the Royal School of Church
Music in Norfolk
Do come and enjoy the music and
see for yourselves You may
even want to join us We are
always happy to welcome new
members to the Choir
Goods amp services - warranties Repairs for goods can be expensive and it is very
important that warranties provide adequate
protection Unfortunately Citizens‟ Advice Bureaux
continue to hear about clients whose warranties
have not been honoured Here are some of the cases
dealt with by Bureaux throughout the country
Bishops Waltham reported that a woman had
purchased a buggy for pound150 at Babies R Us in
May 2009 She noticed that the elbow joints were
becoming loose and she believed this was
dangerous as it could pinch a child‟s fingers She
took it back to Babies R Us in January 2010 and
they sent it back to the manufacturer which
returned it and stated that the bolts had been
tightened (despite the fact that the joints were
riveted not bolted) The elbow joints did initially
seem tighter but the problem soon reappeared and
so the client took the buggy back again and
complained Babies R Us refused to replace the
buggy but sent it to their quality assurance
department which stated that the problem was due
to wear and tear She asked to see the manager
and explained that the buggy was within the
warranty period and that she was most unhappy
that her child was in danger every time she used
it The manager walked away and would not
discuss it Other customers came up to her in the
store and said they had had similar experiences
Southend saw a man who had bought a second
hand van for about pound4000 from The Van Centre
He had taken it back to the trader twice within six
weeks of purchasing it because the engine kept
cutting out and the client believed it was not safe
to drive Despite the fact that the van was covered
by warranty The Van Centre refused to rectify
the problems The client was frustrated at having
been sold a faulty van and very annoyed that he
received no help when he returned it He was also
very anxious and worried about the safety of the
vehicle especially as he had two children who
travel with him at times
Sometimes failure to honour a warranty is
compounded by other unfair trading practices such
as pressure to upgrade the faulty goods to a more
expensive version or mis-selling of inappropriate or
unnecessary insurance Ash told us about a client
who had problems with a secondhand vehicle She
had purchased a car with a warranty from a local
dealer using a hire purchase agreement In the first
12 months the car suffered repeated electrical
problems which the dealer was unable to resolve
The offer of a courtesy car was not honoured
resulting in additional expense for the client When
the client refused to drive the car again the dealer
encouraged her to exchange it for a newer model
and refinance The client agreed but the finance was
refused as a result of a poor credit rating The client
was left locked in a finance agreement for a car
which she considered unroadworthy despite the fact
that it was under warranty
Southend saw a woman who had purchased a
treadmill from Argos for pound29999 Four months
later she purchased breakdown insurance for pound44
However when the equipment needed repairing
she was told by Argos that the insurance was not
valid because it was taken out more than 45 days
after purchase She was given a handwritten note
saying that the claim was rejected by the insurer
Allianz Kings for this reason and was told that
she could ask them to refund her premium No
other remedy was offered When the adviser rang
Allianz Kings they were told that the insurance
did not cover the fault because the goods were
within the manufacturers two year warranty
period and a claim should in fact be made on this
Allianz Kings said that this is what Argos had
told them and there was no mention of the issue
of when the insurance was purchased The client
was annoyed at Argos for failing to rectify the
situation and identify who was responsible She
was also frustrated that she had been sold and
had begun to pay for insurance which appeared to
be useless and unnecessary at least for the two
years of the warranty
If you think that you have been similarly affected by
consumer issues and you would like help and advice
then please call in to your local Bureau or you could
also contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or
use their website at wwwconsumerdirectgovuk
Sports News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 23
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Ring Lesley Horn For 1 to 1 beginnerrsquos support in your own home
Friendly patient and knowledgeable help with using your computer to find things on the Internet email your family amp
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Attleborough High in the Beach Volleyball Tournament
Three teams from Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre were
entered into the first Norfolk Beach
volleyball Tournament on Great
Yarmouth central beach This was the first
volleyball competition the school has
entered and there was an air of excitement
after some good practice sessions
Two U16 boys teams from Attleborough
High were entered into the 15 strong
league
Team 1 consisting of Richard Adelugba
Daniel Dean Matthew Brookson and Joe
Whiterod took a while to get use to the
sand losing their first game against Notre
Dame 17-9 Communication and
technique improved dramatically and the
Attleborough team went on to win against
Alderman Peel team 2 (25-9) Great
Yarmouth team 2 (23-11) and Oriel team
3 (20-17) The whole team worked well
together with excellent serving and
committed dives shown by all particularly
Richard saw Attleborough Team 1 sail
through to the play-off
Team 2 from Attleborough High consisted
of Callum Langstaff Jake Horscroft
Matthew Miller and Daniel Thompson
Some excellent combination play between
Callum and Jake saw this team win their
first game against Lynn Grove 19-11
Matthew put in some excellent serves in
the second game and Daniel‟s athletic
dives saw another win against Alderman
Peel team 3 (24-18) This team lost focus a
little towards the end and lost their final
two games against Oriel team 1 and Great
Yarmouth team 3 With two big wins to
start the tournament Attleborough team 2
managed to come 2nd in their group and
go into the play-off‟s
Team 1 played two teams to battle it out
for 1st 2nd and 3rd place Confidence was
boosted with great combinations of dig
set and smash to gain a win over
Alderman Peel team 1 (17-14) Next was
the unbeaten Oriel team 1 who always
took 3 touches to control and set up the
perfect smash was Attleborough found
hard to return
Final score here was 11-8 to Oriel
Attleborough Team 1 finished in 2nd
place out of 15 teams
Team 2 from AHS faced Notre Dame and
Oriel team 3 in their play-off and even
though excellent commitment was shown
to get even the slightest touch on the ball
two defeats left them in 6th place out of 15
One U16 girls team from Attleborough
High was entered consisting of Lauren
Willingham Annalise Gray Holly
Warren Ellie Philpott Sinead
Bollingbroke and Charlotte Ord The
girls team had 2 substitutes and took a
while to get use to the rotation of
positions The first game against
Alderman Peel 1 saw a closely contested
battle with some brilliant smashes from
Lauren but unfortunately the final
whistle blew at 17-16 to the opponents
With great determination and some
excellent set plays coming together from
Anna and Ellie the girls team went to
win three of their final games Caister
(19-16) Alderman Peel 4 (20-16) and
Lynn Grove (34-8)
Three out of four wins saw the
Attleborough High School girls through to
the grand final to play Notre Dame Even
though Sinead served brilliantly
throughout the team lost 48-21 leaving
Attleborough U16 girls to finish 2nd out
of 11 teams
Player from Watton United FC took
a break from the World Cup action
this month to try their hand on the
golf course at their 4th Annual Golf
Tournament on Friday 25th June
An impressive total of 23 x 4 man
teams competed this year The
competition comprised of 18 holes
under stableford rules with prizes
for the individual best score and
team score taking the best two
scores on each hole from each team
This year also saw the presentation
of the RICK NEAVE cup in
memory of Watton United‟s former
manager being awarded to the
highest scoring individual who has
played for Watton United FC and a
new award presented to the person
with the lowest overall round
The club were pleased to see a
number of current club members
taking part together with some
familar faces from the past including
ex Watton United Managers Tony
Shipp Bob Taylor and ex players
Andy Hunt Paul Jarvis Daryl
Woodward Andy Campbell and
Richard Spillman Ollie Applegate
Karl Pitcher all appearing in teams
for the first time
Winners were as follows
BEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE 1st B
Taylor (47 points) 2nd H Waters (46
points) 3rd D Rudling (45 points)gt
BEST TEAM SCORE 1st Team
Spillman (S Spillman R Spillman
D Rudling I Bonser (99 points) 2nd
Team Shipp (T Shipp G Rowlands
K Kitteridge T Lyons (97 points)
3rd Team Wordley (S Wordley R
Bailey P Legrice M Mace (95
points)
RICK NEAVE CUP Bob Taylor (47
Points)
LOWEST GROSS ROUND Paul
Matless (72 shots)
OTHER AWARDS Nearest The Pin
(Hole 3) - Jon Sproston Longest
Drive (Hole 9) - Stuart Livock
Longest Drive (Hole 13) - P Matless
Nearest The Pin (Hole 17) - Phil
Patience Wooden Spoon (Paul
Rayner)
The club would like to again extend
its thanks to thanks Simon Jessop at
Richmond Park Golf Club for
providing excellent hospitality
throughout the day and allowing the
club to put on this much needed
fundraiser each year Details of next
year‟s competition will available in
2011
Pictured are the winning team left to
right S Spillman D Rudling R
Spillman I Bonser
Watton Uniteds 4th Annual Golf Day
ST MARYrsquoS CHURCH WATTON
GRAND FETE amp CAR BOOT SALE
on the field next to St Maryrsquos Church Car Park Saturday 21st August from 900am to 100pm
Raffle ~ Games ~ Cakes ~ Refreshments Car boot places at pound4 per car no need to book Please contact the Parish Office 01953 881252
Picture Supplied
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 24 Sports News
Written estimates always provided Memorials supplied
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Arrangements may be discussed in the privacy of your own home
Tel (01760) 440269 (24 hrs) Established over 60 years
FUNERAL DIRECTORS SERVING WATTON amp DISTRICT
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offering a caring traditional amp affordable servicersquo
MID-NORFOLK TIMES The deadline for the September issue will be
12 Noon on the 16th August Page space is allocated strictly on a first come first served basis Deadline is the latest
date and time that copy will be considered for inclusion Arrival of copy before
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If you are submitting on paper you MUST sign and include your contact details
with each item If you do not the item will NOT be published
You can contact Julian by ringing (01953) 858908 You can write to 32 High
Street Watton IP25 6AE Or you can leave copy in the bin at Adcocks 32 High
Street Watton
The e-mail address is julianmidnorfolktimescom
All views expressed in the Mid-Norfolk Times are those of the contributors and
not the publishers While every care and effort has been taken to ensure accuracy
the publisher cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions
This issue of the Mid-Norfolk Times was published by Julian Horn 32 High Street Watton IP25 6AE and printed through
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EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 8 News
Festival dos Santos Populares em Watton
Esta celebraccedilatildeo acontece
por todo o Pais para
festejar os Santos
O primeiro `e o St
Antόnio que `e mais
festejado na cidade de
Lisboa onde se faz um
casamento onde participam varios
noivos ao mesmo tempo a que chama-
mos as Noivas de St Antόnio
O Segundo S Joatildeo que `e mais
festejado na cidade do Porto em que o
ponto alto da festas satildeo os fogos de
artifiacutecio no fim da noite
O terceiro `e S Pedro que em Sintra
(Lisboa) `e a cidade onde `e mais
comemorado embora como todos os
outros satildeo festejado por todo o pais
Tudo isto `e festejado e comemorado
com muita muacutesica as ruas decoradas
com flores e outras decoraccedilotildees feitas de
papel comida especial como natildeo
poderia deixar de ser a Sardinha e o
Chouriccedilo Assado e a especial soupa de
Caldo Verde como foi feito em Watton
Foi um dia fantaacutestico Com a
participaccedilatildeo de diferentes
comunidades InglesaPolacaLituania
e claro Portugueses Foi um grande
conviviu onde todos se deliciaram com
a comida a musica e o Tempo que
esteve tatildeo quente nesse dia
Com a participaccedilatildeo de quase 100
pessoas incluindo crianccedilas foi um dia
inesquecivel que foi festejado por todos
os partecipantes
A organizaccedilatildeo quer agradecer a todas
as pessoas que tornaram este dia
possivel
O Breckland (suporte financeiro)
Wayland House Watton Junior School
Project Rainbow Watton Service
Centre Tina Cruz ndash Watton Family
Support Rute Ferreira Dulce Pires
Antonio P Teresa Francisco Batista
and Otilia C
O numero da rifa `e o 51
Eu espero que para o prόximo ano
tenhamos mais participantes
OBRIGADO a todos
Festiwal Popularnych świętych w Watton
Tej uroczystości
odbywa się w
całym kraju z
okazji Wszystkich
Świętych
Pierwszy i ktoacutere św Antonio
i najbardziej znanych w
Lizbonie gdzie znajduje się
małżeństwo ktoacutera dotyczyła
kilku chłopakoacutew w tym samym
czasie że nazywa się
Oblubienicą St Antonio
II i S Joatildeo że najbardziej
znanych w mieście Porto gdzie
punktem kulminacyjnym
uroczystości są fajerwerki na
koniec nocy
Trzeciego i S Pedro gdy pos roacutewnież
obchodzony w całym kraju co inne
Sintra (Lisboa) i miasto gdzie i
bardziej obchodzi
Wszystko to i wiele sławy
obchodzony z muzyką ulice
udekorowane kwiatami i upiększanie
inne papierowe jedzenie bardzo
szczegoacutelne ponieważ nie może już być
Sardine i Choriceras Tricorne
specjalnych Soup i palona Green Juice
jak miało to miejsce w Watton
To był fantastyczny dzień Z udziałem
roacuteżnych społeczności Angielski
Polski Litwy i oczywiście po
portugalsku To było wielkie żyli gdzie
ludzie byli zadowoleni z jedzenia
muzyki i pogody ktoacutera była tak gorąca
że dzień
Z udziałem blisko 100 osoacuteb w tym
dzieci był pamiętny dzień ktoacutery był
zachwycony wszyscy uczestnicy
rozdziału
Organizacja chce podziękować
wszystkim ktoacuterzy tego dnia możliwe
Breckland (wsparcie finansowe)
Wayland House Watton Junior
SchoolProject Rainbow Watton
Service Centre Tina Cruz - Watton
Family Support Rute Ferreira Dulce
Pires Antonio P Teresa Francisco
Batista Otilia i C Liczba loterii i 51
Mam nadzieję że więcej uczestnikoacutew
w przyszłym roku Dziękuję wszystkim
Popular Saints Festival in Watton The celebration was about the Saints
that we commemorate for all our
country The first Saint Anthony is
most celebrated in Lisbon City were
they hold a big wedding ceremony with
lots of grooms at the same time
The second is Saint John the biggest
festival is celebrated in Porto City with
a spectacular firework display at the
end of the night
The last one Saint Peter is most
commemorated in Sintra (Lisbon) and
is very important as well
All the celebrations include music and
all the roads are decorated with paper
flowers and other displays The special
food is barbecued Sardines and
Chourico with Soup Caldo Verde like
we did here in Watton
It was a fantastic day This event
had the participation of the many
different communities including
English Polish Lithuanian and
Portuguese The mix of people
enjoyed the food the music and the
weather which was very hot day
With nearly 100 people attending
including children it was an
unforgettable day for everybody
The organisers want to thank
everyone who helped make this
event possible including Breckland
Council Wayland House Watton
Junior School Project Rainbow
Watton Service Centre Tina Cruz ndash
Watton Family Support and Rute
Ferreira Dulce Pires Antonio P
Teresa Francisco Batista and Otilia
C The winning raffle ticket was
number 51 We hope many more of
you will attend next year THANK
YOU to everybody
On August 8th Taylor along with
Tom Dave and his dad Richard
will be embarking on a sponsored
bike ride The intrepid quartet will
be negotiating the blue route in
Thetford Forests High Lodge
The route is over 8 miles of a
tough forest track and the team
will complete 7 circuits over 50
miles in total and should take just
under 10 hours to complete
In January Taylor successfully
completed a scholarship weekend
at Gordonstoun School in
Scotland and has since been told
that He has won an all-round
scholarship to study there
Mr Rose Wayland Community
High Schools Head teacher said
ldquoTaylor is a remarkable young
man very determined and
motivated keen to increase his
knowledge and understanding
across all the subjects he studies
Since his early trip to
Gordonstoun last year I have had
no doubt he would gordquo
ldquoHe has developed into a very
mature and intelligent young man
ndash we are very proud of what he
has achieved so far and are sure
he will make his mark in society
in years to come He will be the
10th student to gain a scholarship
to Gordonstoun in the last 3 years
and will be a great ambassador for
Norfolk and Wayland Well done
Taylorrdquo
Taylor has developed a caring
nature growing up helping his
parents with his disabled sister
and is keen to enrol in the local
services and also the international
service that is on offer at
Gordonstoun He is also keen to
join the Royal Navy as an
Engineering Officer
The team will be raising money
for the Gordonstoun Fund and
also for SSAFA ndash Soldiers
Sailors Airmen Families
Association forces help Taylor
would like to give back to the
Gordonstoun fund so that others
can have the chance that he has
been given
For more details or to sponsor a
member of the team go to
wwwmerijetacoukbikeride or
call 07547 ndash 669688
Riding to Raise Funds
ART Stoke Ferry Church The All Saints Painters 2010
exhibition proved to be even more
successful than last year The artists
welcomed around 500 visitors to the
event All commented on the very
high quality and variety of work
displayed and on the beauty of the
venue Many originating from Stoke
Ferry shared memories and were
delighted to find the church in such
good order and in use again
The artists thank all who came to
view or buy The All Saints
Painters are particularly grateful to
their Patron Kit Hesketh- Harvey
for generously allowing them to use
the church building and to all those
who supported their exhibition by
publicising the event
Flushed with this years success
The All Saints Painters aim to
hold a better and bigger exhibition
next year from Saturday 21st May
to Sunday 5th June 2011 The
artists look forward to welcoming
many more visitors to this annual
feature of the Stoke Ferry
calendar Please come along to
enjoy a delightful event in a lovely
venue and to support local Norfolk
artists
Loch Neaton Management Committee 2010 Annual General Meeting The Annual General Meeting of
the Loch Neaton Management
Committee will take place at
1900 on Monday 12th August
2010 at Watton Sports Centre
Dereham Road Watton
All persons are invited from the
area of benefit to which the
Charity refers which is Watton
plus a four mile radius
Should anyone from the area of
benefit wish to be considered for
one of the elected posts then
application forms can be obtained
from Watton Sports Centre and
Adcock‟s High Street Watton
The forms must be returned by
1200 Saturday 7th August 2010
to Paul Cooper 21 Nelson Court
Watton IP25 6EL
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News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 9
Our annual School Fete and Family
Fun Evening in July was an immense
success our most profitable to date
Massive thanks go to the PTA
committee for organising this and
spending many weeks labouring over
the details Also a big thank you to all
members of staff parents pupils and
public who turned up to support the
event and to the many governors who
appeared in force to help set up and
man stalls It is a perennial problem of
ours being such a little school that we
have many wonderful ideas and too
few parents to enact them Finally
thanks are due to all the local
businesses which supported this event
with their generous donations of money
and prizes
The BBQ and noodle stand were
hugely popular as of course was the
bar Children enjoyed the inflatable
slide and bouncy castle bowling for the
pig duck fishing lucky dip and
everyone enjoyed the dancing karate
and guitar demonstrations Of course
there were heaps of other smaller stands
all providing much fun and succour It
was one of the hottest days of the
summer so far and this brought many
folk out to promenade around our local
village hall and a great evening
finished with live music from a local
group
Sports Day the following Wednesday
did not have quite such good weather
but that was a relief to all those
participating in the races as well as the
onlookers All pupils worked very hard
for their team and had great fun The
parents were particularly competitive in
the bdquotossing the pancake‟ race It was
very close between the teams this year
but congratulations are due to the Blue
team The entire school had a grand day
out at the Norfolk Show Staff and
helpers did an amazing job keeping
track of the children amongst so many
people The pupils completed lots of
school trails - the dancing sheep were
particularly popular We also visited the
Ben Burgess stand where the school
students were very fortunate to see an
exhibition of their own agricultural
artwork
The whole school attended the
dress rehearsal of the English
Youth Ballets production of
Sleeping Beauty at the end of
June For almost all children
this was their introduction to
this art form It was a
spectacular production - made
all the more because apart
from the principal dancers the
caste was made up of young
dancers from local dance
schools - including two pupils
from Great Ellingham In an
unusual and ingenious twist to
the traditional tale the fairies
(good and bad) were Princess
Auroras aunts and instead of
the thick forest growing around
the castle the 100 years sleep
was conceived of in terms of
cryogenics the characters
being preserved by being deep-
frozen
Finally the end of the school
year was celebrated in true
Rocklands style with a year six
leavers assembly and an all-
singing all-acting production
of Treasure Island We also bid
a very sad farewell to our head
teacher (and that of our
partnership school -Great
Ellingham) Cath Mills is off to
a well-deserved retirement but
if her travel plans are anything
to go by she will not be idle
Many many thanks Mrs Mills
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Rockland School news
Mr Mark Alcock and Mr Chris
Edwards newsagents with more
than 70 years‟ trading experience
between them are pleased to
announce the reopening of the
convenience store previously
known as Candy Cave under the
new name of Shipdham Stores
(trading as Ideal part of the Ideal
Group) Ideal are a cooperative
buying group for the independent
Newsagent and Convenience store
operator throughout the eastern
counties and ensure Ideal businesses
can compete with the supermarkets
by combining their buying power
The store will carry a wide range of
convenience food and groceries
together with newspapers
magazines and an off licence (from
late August) and will reopen
properly in early August They will
also be offering a full delivery
service for newspapers and
magazines to the Shipdham and
Bradenham area
Presently planned to be open from
6am to 8pm it will be run under the
management of Joss Gage whose
previous experience includes his
appointment as Waitrose‟s youngest
department manager in the UK and
also a year with Chris Edwards
Mr Edwards said ldquoMark and I are
delighted to have Joss managing
Shipdham Stores for us he really
understands what customer service
means and we pride ourselves
delivering the very highest
standardsrdquo
Mr Alcock said ldquoWe plan to put
Shipdham Stores at the very centre
of village life delivering quality
products with a quality service
Every single customer is the focus
of all that we dordquo
Mr Edwards added ldquoWe have long
experience of serving Norfolk
people with good value products
and regard every customer as a
friendrdquo
From Candy Cave to Shipdham Stores
It was some 40 years ago when Paul
purchased his first fish and chip shop
in deepest Suffolk 5 years later Steve
joined forces as a business partner and
together they have had fish and chip
shops in Norfolk (a few shops)
London Middlesex Surrey
Hertfordshire Essex and Suffolk
Finally they came back to Norfolk 22
years ago and spent 12 happy years at
Mattishall Fish Bar then they went to
Loddon and following a 2 year break
from the fat and fish due to health
reasons they then had a 2 year run
with a chippie in Norwich before they
had the opportunity to purchase a fish
and chip shop in Watton and the rest is
history
Paul said ldquoWhen we came to Watton
some 6 years ago we were made very
welcome and we would like to thank
each and every one of our customers
who has sampled our fish and chips
and who have become our friendsrdquo
ldquoWe built up such a busy fish and chip
shop serving what we believed was
the very best in good fish and chipsrdquo
As many readers now know Paul and
Steve have sold the bdquoWatton Plaice‟
because of the on-going cancer
treatment Steve is receiving
ldquoChemotherapy is not a very pleasant
treatment and to continue working a 12
hour day was becoming more and
more difficultrdquo
Paul continued ldquoIt was a very very
difficult decision for us to make to
leave a wonderful business with such
loyal customers but health has to come
before wealth and we know that this
chemo treatment Steve is having will
give him a welcome ray of sunshine
for the futurerdquo
ldquoUnfortunately until the exchange of
contracts and completion of the sale of
The Watton Plaice at the same time on
Monday 28th June we had no idea if it
would happen and could not let you
know because we didnt know
ourselves and we are sorry we couldn‟t
say goodbye to more of our friends
personallyrdquo
ldquoAs far as we are aware the new
owners are not changing our operation
and the fish and chips will be the same
so please give them your wonderful
support as you gave usrdquo
ldquoBoth Steve and I wish a heartfelt
thank you to each and every one of you
who were so very happy with our fish
and chips and became our friendsrdquo
There is one rather sad piece of news to
add Sophie Paul and Steve‟s cocker
spaniel sadly passed away with heart
failure on Tuesday 29th June
Farewell to the ldquoPlaicerdquo
We began our June meeting with a
minute‟s silence in memory of Jackie
Swain whose funeral had been in the
morning The main business
commenced amp
arrangements
were made for
the Safari Supper
on July 3rd
The speaker for
the evening was
Gerry Baxter on
ldquoThe Origins amp
Traditions of the
Pearly Kings amp
Queensrdquo The
first Pearly King
was Henry Croft
who left the
workhouse aged
13 to become a
road sweeper amp
rat catcher amp was
involved in the
Working Class
Movement He
decided to raise
money for the
poor when he
befriended a
group of
costermongers
who helped each
other in times of
trouble Henry
decided to dress
up so that when
he was raising money he would attract
the attention of the crowd The first
garment was a flat cap which he
decorated with pearl buttons which
were the cheapest they could buy Then
jackets trousers amp skirts were made
with special patterns of buttons on
them Soon hospitals churches amp
charities asked him to raise funds for
the needy so Henry asked the
costermongers to help Eventually all
the London Boroughs had a Pearly
King amp Queen To this day the title is
passed down through the family Henry
Croft‟s great ndash granddaughter is the
Pearly Queen of Somer‟s Town
Mr Baxter brought along several
garments including his daughter‟s
christening
gown All the
patterns had a
personal
meaning amp he
sews on
several
thousands of
buttons onto
each item We
were surprised
by the weight
of one of his
jackets
Because pearl
buttons are so
expensive amp
difficult to
find they are
re-cycled from
old outfits We
are hoping to
collect real
pearl buttons
amp send them
to him Mr
Baxter also
brought many
photos of past
amp present
Pearly
Families He
now lives in
Suffolk but still holds the title of
Pearly King of Streatham amp
continues to raise money for charity
Betty Campbell gave the vote of thanks
for a most interesting amp fascinating
evening which was appreciated by the
members
The result of the competition for a pair
of pearl earrings was -
1) Judith Adam 2) Brenda Spencer
Next month it will be an Open
Evening when the speaker is Peter
Cook on ldquoMedieval Norwichrdquo The
competition is the oldest newspaper
Attleborough WI
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 10 Gardening
Gardening in Navasota Texas with Helen Quinn Pictured this month is one of the
loveliest flowering trees in this area is
the Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia
indica) It is now available in a
variety of pinks lavenders and reds
and sizes range from miniature to
compact mid-size to large Some of
them have a wonderfully interesting
bark with hues of cinnamon silvery-
grey or light brown some patterned
and some with a peeling
characteristic The Crape Myrtle
Aphid loves this tree and people often
wonder what the sticky substance is
that sometimes drips from the leaves
ndash simply put it is honeydew that
passes through the aphid‟s body after
it feeds Crape Myrtles are often
planted around car parks in the
dividing beds posing a very sticky
problem to anyone who parks under
one They grow so well here that the
ldquobig townrdquo up the road College
Station has designated itself as the
Crape Myrtle Capital of Texas
Sometimes it grows too well and
becomes a pest with far-reaching
underground suckers producing
unwanted trees
The figs are in This year I have the
best crop in quite some time and I‟m
managing to keep up with the birds
and squirrels The variety I have is
ldquoTexas Everbearingrdquo
and true to its name it
will probably have a
couple more fruit
crops before the
weather starts to get
cold The fruit is small but oh-so-
sweet My Farmers Market customers
are very happy to see Fig Jam at last
Figs are thirsty trees so all the rain
we have had with various tropical
storms and distant hurricanes has
been very much to their liking
Another bonus is that in several
places where the branches have
touched the ground there are quite a
few well rooted self-layered young
fig trees People often ask where they
can buy this variety of fig tree and I
have just the place to find them new
homes in the autumn
Speaking of hurricanes it always
amazes me how a storm making
landfall 400 ndash 500 miles to the west
can produce so much rain here The
Gulf Coast from Galveston down to
the Mexican border has been
inundated several times already this
year and many streets in Houston
have been under water on a regular
basis We are inland here (about 70
miles northwest of Houston) so are
usually spared much of the worst of
these storms The grass needs to be
cut twice a week now thanks to the
unusual amount of rain for the time
of year There is definitely a case to
be made for exploring turf grass
alternatives because by the time the
heavy night dew has dried off it is
too hot to push a lawnmower This is
a good time to stay inside and make
dream changes to the landscape ndash in
my case to find a way to eliminate a
lot of the foliage plants in the shade
to help cut down on the mosquito
population Not only do they make
life unpleasant with their voracious
feeding frenzies but some of them
transmit an often fatal disease called
West Nile Virus
Tomatoes are shutting down They just
don‟t set fruit once the night time
temperatures exceed 70F (21C) The
experts advise against trying to carry
the large fruited varieties through to
autumn but with a little pruning they
will produce again once the
temperatures drop Some years we are
still picking tomatoes at Christmas
Small fruited varieties usually do much
better except they grow so large that it
is not unusual to have 10ft vines
climbing all over everything else I like
the Italian ldquopasterdquo type tomatoes such
as Roma or Viva Italia Aubergines
and Peppers especially the hot
Jalapentildeos and even hotter Habaneros
thrive in the hottest weather as long as
they are watered The strawberries are
about done too but they have produced
dozens of runners with happy little
baby plants rooting all over the place
(even in the lawn) Most of the herbs
are thriving except for a few
Mediterranean types which are
protesting against the high humidity
The countdown to cooler weather
begins ndash only two more months to go
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August - holidays dog days of
summer silly season in the press I‟m
writing this on St Swithin‟s Day and
right now it‟s a monsoon Wellies out
for August if you believe the legend
Nothing much happens in the average
garden in August so they say Many
experts will tell that this is the month
for sitting back and enjoying the
fruits of your spring and early
summer labours and if you grow veg
it‟s harvest time They also bemoan
the fact that most of the flowers are
over Since I am no expert I agree
with most of what they say except
that sitting back never seems to be an
option in my garden They never told
the weeds for a start These tough
plants big and small thrived in the
July heat wave when all else fried
drooped or just plain gave up They
went from seedlings to seeding in two
weeks flat so now their descendants
will be there for years One year‟s
seed is seven years‟ weed according
to legend Probably true
As far as a barren month for flowers
goes this is simply not as true as it
may have been some years ago I
have done a very small trawl as to
what‟s available to flower from now
until at least autumn and the choice is
staggering All it needs is a bit of
forward planning with succession in
mind Failing that look at garden
centres nurseries market stalls and
car boot sales for what‟s in flower
Annuals like calendula nigella and
cornflowers will keep going until
frosted but will have set seed and will
return next year I am told that self-
sown sweet peas are earlier and
stronger than those sown either in
October or spring and carefully
nurtured Back to August One of the
best and showiest plants is the
Agapanthus family Some are fully
hardy and some not so it‟s a good
idea with anything that flowers at this
time of year to check labels Fully
hardy usually means down to -15c
frost hardy down to -5c and half-
hardy down to 0c Alchemilla mollis
(lady‟s mantle) is not supposed to be
hardy but mine reappeared after the
hard winter this year It also seeds
about and the seedlings will appear
next year It‟s either a generous plant
or a nuisance The Japanese
Anemone is supposed to be fully
hardy liking full sun or semi-shade
The heat saw mine off Next time
they‟re going in the shade Ceanothus
is an interesting family of plants The
usual ones flower in spring and are
hardy Most people I know lost the lot
in the winter as well as the hebes
However I have come across a
variety of Ceanothus called
bdquoAutumnal Blue‟ that flowers August
to October There‟s also good old-
fashioned Buddleja that seems to be
bomb-proof and I was surprised to
see a listing of 16 different varieties
There are lots of clematis even the
large-flowered ones in bloom from
August onward It is possible to have
clematis in flower every day of the
year admittedly some of them need
either protection or a mild climate
Another old favourite is Astrantia
Originally the Major only was
available in greenish white They
have become so popular in the last 20
years or so that they are now
available in shades of white through
to deepest red and all are good bdquodoers‟
as far as hardiness and ability to stand
up to most of the weather thrown at
them Then we get to crocosmia
(montbretia when I was a kid) - all
shades of red orange and yellow
dahlias (need a separate article) and
some roses will keep going till
November or even Christmas if the
weather is mild and they have shelter
Apart from shopping there‟s still
work to be done Lawns still need
cutting not too short if it‟s dry but
even then if they go brown grass will
recover nine times out of 10 Feed
containers and even tired border
perennials with a liquid tomato food
each week to encourage them to
bloom into the early autumn Keep
picking flowers to encourage more
Alpines that have developed bare
patches of die-back or have become
weedy can be tidied up by in-filling
the patches with gritty compost This
will encourage new growth as well as
improving their appearance
Collect and store seed of hardy
annuals and perennials for sowing
later in the autumn Good plants to try
include Calendula Nigella Cerinthe
Poppies Aquilegia and hardy
Geranium Apart from the hardy
Geraniums all these will happily do
this for you all by themselves
Buy or order spring-flowering bulbs
Some bulbs can be planted now such
as Colchicum daffodils and Madonna
lilies Most of the spring catalogues
are out now making it feel like
autumn
It‟s necessary to keep a check on
pests - spray if you use chemicals but
do this only according to the
manufacturer‟s instructions but for
the organic pick off caterpillars go
on slug and snail hunts and net
against butterflies I know they‟re
pretty but to see cabbages and
broccoli covered in caterpillars is a
nightmare They seem to hatch
overnight all at once even if you
thought you‟d wiped out the little
clusters of yellow eggs I know it
happened to my purple sprouting last
year Net time
It‟s a good time to make a plan for
next year and start thinking about any
seeds you may want Those
catalogues will be on the mat very
soon along with all those Christmas
ones you don‟t want
In your garden with Lotta Potts
Tomato - Tomayto
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Gardening Mid-Norfolk Times Page 11
A meeting was held at the Old
Buckenham Church Rooms on
Saturday 26 June to set up the Old
Buckenham Allotment Society
Eighteen people attended and it was
agreed that Tim Bornett would chair
this inaugural meeting
It was formally agreed to establish an
Old Buckenham Allotment Society
and discussion took place on its
function and its purpose
The Society is to be open to all
individuals who live in the
parish or immediate
neighbourhood and who
have an interest in
allotments or wish to
obtain a plot in the future
Some basic rules were
adopted after further
discussion and debate As
the proposed constitution
would allow the rules to be
amended if at least half of
all members agreed it was
decided to adopt a bdquowait
and see‟ approach to any
rule changes
The following were
elected as officers Tim
Bornett would be
chairman Keith Hodgson
secretary and Tom North
treasurer
The meeting agreed to
seek affiliation to the
National Allotment and
Leisure Society and the
secretary would write to
the Parish Council
informing them of the
formation of the society
There was general debate
on the provision of
allotments in the Parish
and it was agreed to write
to the Parish Council
asking for their working
party on allotments to
meet more often and
provide feedback
Decisions on who would
run the allotments would
await model rules from the
National Allotment and
Leisure Society and an
agreement with the Parish
Council A person wanting
an allotment does not
necessarily have to belong
to Old Buckenham
Allotment Society Some two acres
of land would be needed to provide
up to 18 plots and there was
discussion on the suitability of
possible sites including the provision
of water and access to the plots
It was agreed that members would
pay pound5 as a joining fee and that the
treasurer would collect this at the
next meeting which would be held
on Monday 12 July Courtesy
httpoldbuckenhamblogspotcom
Flowers gardens good company and
a tasty lunch were enjoyed in
glorious weather by members and
friends at the July meeting held in
Joy Tunmores garden Wearing
buttonholes everyone strolled round
the garden for a plant identification
quiz sweet peas were judged and
plants sold
Competitions - Best Corsage was
worn by Sue Blackett Jane Cannells
sweet peas were placed first and
Shirley Betts had the most points in
the plant identification quiz
Next Meeting will be held on 12th
August 2010 at Old Buckenham
Village Hall 2 pm when The Girls
will be arranging from Whats in the
Box
The competition is for an
arrangement in a box and the table
show is for three stems of hot colour
from the border
Visitors are always very
welcome Further details
from Pat 01953 457305
or Sally 01953 788712
The Attleborough amp District
Horticultural Society annual Rose
amp Sweet Pea Show was held as
usual in the beautiful surroundings
of Peter Beales Rose Gardens and
the glorious summer evening
encouraged a good turnout of
members and guests
The award for the Best Rose
Exhibit and the Peter Beales
Trophy went to Ray Snow who
also won the award for the Best
Rose Bloom The Best Sweet Pea
Exhibit and the Len Revell Trophy
was won by Jan Delaney who also
took the prize for the Best Sweet
Pea Stem Sally Westrup took the
awards for the Best Flower
Arrangement and also Best
Photograph
Prior to the presentation of prizes
by the mayor of Attleborough there
was a tribute to Jackie Swain
whose sudden and untimely death
is a great loss not only to
the Society of which she
was vice-chairman but
also to many other
organisations in the local
area She worked
tirelessly behind the
scenes and was always
happy to help out in any
way she possibly could
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Sowing the seeds of an Allotment Society
Our June meeting was entertained by
Jim Paine our speaker for the
evening I met him as he brought in
the first of a number of crates
containing a variety of plants to
illustrate his talk entitled bdquoRight
Plant Right Placebdquo We had to find a
second large table to accommodate
all the bdquoprops‟ for his talk and these
were so large he almost disappeared
behind them Jim started with a brief
resume of what he and his Rocklands
Walnut Tree Nursery do and the
ideas behind their aims Established
in 1998 with partner Clare Billington
Walnut Tree is a traditional nursery
not a garden centre and they raise all
their own plants including trees from
seed with 1000-1250 different
species available through the year
This perfectly describes his principle
that plants should be centre stage in a
garden not the hard landscaping and
decking that can look so tired after a
relatively short while I don‟t think he
cares much for decking They also
use their own garden to demonstrate
the development of plants over a
period of years and have joined with
other nurseries in a marketing co-
operative which operates throughout
Norfolk and we collected some of
their leaflets As they are not in
competition customers get a well-
organised service to set up their
gardens either from scratch or just to
find a plant to solve a particular
problem We were advised to visit
gardens as well as taking information
from books and the media Take a
notebook and camera as well to see
what works and why and then add
lists to your garden plans
Herbaceous borders are labour-
intensive but there again so is grass
if grown properly and far more
satisfaction can be gained from as
wide a border as possible I don‟t
think he cares much for grass either
A good tip also is to try and avoid
using one plant - this can give a
bdquodotty‟ impression so restricting the
palette and using blocks of plants
repeatedly gives more rhythm
So we get from the set up to the aim
of making each garden work for its
owner in terms of understanding
plant ecology and the micro-climate
involved Each garden may well have
some parts in full sun some in part
shade and some in full shade such as
under trees or shrubs There may also
be different moisture levels and
acidityalkalinity levels Equally an
open windy site can be transformed
over the years into a sheltered one as
plants grow so a garden is constantly
evolving So much for the science
Jim then showed us the selection of
plants he had brought Each of them
demonstrated the principles of how to
get the right one in its preferred
setting to do well He really got the
bit between his teeth on this as it is so
important for the customer to achieve
the desired effect He showed us that
hostas and similar broad leafed plants
need some shade as they lose so
much water through their leaves in
transpiration However modern
varieties have been bred to tolerate
sun provided their roots are in moist
soil At the opposite end of the scale
he showed us that pinks have narrow
grey leaves that are covered in tiny
hairs to trap any moisture going and
these and similar upright plants will
be best suited to dry sunny
conditions Another example of this
is the lychnis (woolly lambs‟ ears)
which also has silvery-grey leaves
that feel as though they are made of
felt These self-seed freely and are
well suited to gravel gardens as well
as herbaceous borders If self-seeders
work for you they‟ll help with the
rhythm effect of creating blocks
down the borders all by themselves
Some plants are more robust than
others Astrantia for instance prefers
some shade but will tolerate full sun
as will hardy geraniums
Many of the spring flowering shrubs
and bulbs tend to be happiest in a
woodland area so they can flower and
set seed before the canopy closes
over Think rhododendrons and
bluebells They then have time to
bulk up ready for next year‟s display
Later flowering plants for shade can
have architectural leaves such as
heucherella epimedium brunnera
These all have beautiful leaves
followed by tall stems with dainty
flowers The saxifrage and dicentra
families prefer moist conditions but
will tolerate dry and hate water
logging in winter
After a question and answer session
we were allowed to buy the plants
Jim had brought and the design
element of avoiding impulse buying
went straight out of the window I
don‟t know how Jim packs so much
information into an hour I am sure
he will be receiving more visitors
as a result One other thing to bear
in mind Walnut Tree is local so
from an environmental point of
view the furthest the plants will
travel is from the nursery to your
garden with advice thrown in Beats
the ones that arrive from the
continent in large lorries to sheds
doesn‟t it
The mini-show was bdquoA Floral
Arrangement in an Unusual
Container‟ and was won by Ralph
Kinsley with three cream
Zantedeschias (calla lilies) in a
banana That‟s sure unusual Ralph
Second was Violet Simmons with a
display of dainty spring flowers
contrasting nicely with a walking
boot
Third went to Geoff Twelftree with a
teapot
There was nothing to choose between
the last two entries so HC went
jointly to Mary Marriott with a giant
teacup and saucer and Jackie
Priestley with a decorative mini
watering can
It was nice to see all the entries
colour-coded with the containers
We finished as usual with Geoff‟s
Tips for July including feed and
spray roses tie in wandering stems of
climbers plant hardy cyclamen and
summer prune wisteria
Bradenham amp District Horticultural Society
Breckland Flower and Garden Club
Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 12 News
Karen Bales ACCA MAAT Bsc (Hons)
Telephone 01953 884019
118 Norwich Road Watton Thetford Norfolk IP25 6DU
Email balesbrowneaccountancyyahoocouk
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On Thursday 15th July the
whole of Watton Westfield
Infant amp Nursery School
followed a carousel of activities
for a very healthy day
Norwich City Football Club sent
along some trainers from
bdquoFootball in the Community‟
and the children took part in a
penalty shootout competition
The winning children will
receive trophies footballs kit
and everyone will receive a
certificate for participating
The dental nurses brought their
special crocodile puppets so the
children could see how to care
for their teeth They provided lot
of fun
Later everyone had to solve
riddles and follow on exercise
trail around the lovely school
grounds to collect treasures
(pictured below)
In the hall the pupils did jump
rope aerobic activities to keep
their hearts healthy
Also Mr George a well-known
local chef and parent governor
taught the children how to make
fruit kebabs The children tasted
fruit they had never tried before
The whole day culminated with
bdquoA Big Thank you Assembly‟
when everyone sang a rousing
version of the Westfield Healthy
Song
It was an exhausting but
thoroughly enjoyable day The
school would like to thank
everyone who helped to make
the day a great success
Healthy School Day at Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School
Key to Pictures
Top left Kieron Phoenix
reaching new heights in
the skipping exercise
Top right Lewis Pinkney
scoring a terrific penalty _
a future England Player
perhaps
Mid Left Ibbi Ivory
showing how the girls are
just as good as the boys at
penalties
Mid Right Josh Stadius-
Horn cornering like Lewis
Hamilton in the
playground
Left Left - Beau-Kerry
Bonner (touching yellow
bowl) Right - Abbie
Dennis (fruit on stick)
enjoying the fruits of the
labours of local chef Mr
George
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 13
80 Brandon Road Watton
Tel 01953 882752
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Try our Traditional Sunday Lunch
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Children Always Welcome
By Edith Pleasance
The spell of lovely weather we are
enjoying as I write this takes me back
to the hot Summer days of my
childhood One incident I shall never
forget was the time our mother took us
three children for a rare day at the
seaside
We were up and about early to pack
our swimsuits and cheese sandwiches
together with a slice each of Mum‟s
fruit cake to sustain us A bottle of
lemonade with a couple of chipped
cups all packed into a straw bag and
we were ready to go
Our walk to the nearest beach took
around forty minutes then came the
usual argument about which square
yard of the front we would occupy Ma
preferred the top end near the wall
while we kids wanted to be as near the
water‟s edge as possible As usual we
split the difference and settled
somewhere in the centre An old piece
of blanket was spread on the sand
while Tom our eldest fetched a deck
chair for our mum to sit in which
would cost her threepence for the full
day when the deckchair collector came
around Then we children were ready
to enjoy our outing
As the eldest girl I was given the task
of looking after two-year-old Joey (a
right little handful Ma called him) We
had our jamjar with string around the
neck to form a handle and headed for
the rocks which though slippery were
fairly shallow and had many crystal-
clear pools where we gathered to stir
the pebbles and seaweed with many
squeals of delight to reveal the
treasures that the tide had left To the
opposite side of the beach the cliffs
rose high above and sometimes we
would see the older children attempting
to scale them However we were given
strict instructions to keep well away
and stay on the left
After some time our mum beckoned us
in to eat and drink our picnic We were
proudly showing her our bdquocatch‟ of a
couple of minute crabs and an
assortment of tiny anemones we also
had a length of bladderwrack that we
loved to press to make it crack We
suddenly became aware of people
shouting and running towards the
cliffs bdquoSome fool has got himself stuck
halfway up‟ said Ma bdquonot the first and
won‟t be the last I‟ll wager‟
The rest of that day was enjoyed with
us kids running in and out of the rising
tide and practising our doggy paddle
until at around four o‟clock we were
rounded up dried off and ready for the
walk home which somehow always
seemed longer and more tiring than the
outward journey
News of any sort quickly buzzed
around our village by word of mouth
but it wasn‟t until the following
morning that Ma Taylor from next
door brought the local daily
newspaper to show the headline
reading ldquoTwo children drowned after
falling from the cliffs at Petitorrdquo They
were brother and sister to a large
family living on our estate where
everybody knew everyone else
Apparently a toddler had run away
from his older sister when in trying to
catch and hold on to him both
stumbled and fell down the cliff face to
plunge into deep water and drowned
The thought that we were enjoying
ourselves on the beach just yards from
where those two kiddies died clawing
at the rocks fighting for their lives will
stay in my memory for ever
---o0o--- Edith Pleasance copy 030710
A Seaside Memory Customer Services on the road Not a bdquoone stop shop‟ but a bdquoone
stop bus‟ will be pulling into
Breckland villages in the next few
weeks
Breckland Council in partnership
with Poultec training has launched
a new mobile service to bring
access to services out into local
communities The eye-catching bus
is equipped with the very latest
satellite technology so residents
who use it will experience exactly
the same speedy access to services
as callers to the main Council
customer service centres
At the One Stop Bus you can get
advice support and information
about Council services This may
be about Council Tax or Benefits -
or you may want to book a bulk
collection or report a missed refuse
collection Service Connectors will
be available on Thursdays and
Fridays and the last Wednesday of
every month and are committed to
helping the all customers The bus
will be making a number of regular
stops around the district and details
of the times and locations will be
available on the Breckland Council
website
Councillor Adrian Stasiak said
ldquoWe really want to put customer
service in the spotlight and
encourage people to access council
services The bus and the one stop
shops are just some of the ways in
which we are taking our services to
people around the districtrdquo
Services delivered in complete
privacy include
Applications for and enquiries
about Housing and Council Tax
Benefits
Payments for Council services
(including Council Tax) using
debit
Requesting a bulky waste
collection or
Reporting an abandoned vehicle
Telephone and website access will
also be available to specialist
advisers in
The Citizens Advice Bureau
Norfolk County Council
Plus many other partner agencies
Edward Bales Managing Director
of Poultec said ldquoWe are very
pleased to be working in
partnership with Breckland and this
supports the vocational skills work
we are already doing with schools
and in the wider community
ldquoVocational skills are all about
raising aspirations and this will
enable us to help more people
further their skills and give
themselves a brighter futurerdquo
Visit our website for further details
of the one stop bus and details of
locations and times of when and
where you can visit the bus ndash
wwwbrecklandgovuk
one_stop_bus
Friday 6 August 10 - 12Noon
Saham Toney (Community Centre)
2pm ndash 4pm Great Ellingham
(Outside shop and Post Office)
Friday 13 August 10 - 12Noon Old
Buckenham Village Hall 2pm ndash
4pm New Buckenham The George
Pub
Thursday 19 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Swanton Morley Village Hall 2pm
ndash 4pm Bawdeswell Village Hall
Friday 20 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Weeting Village Hall 2pm ndash 4pm
Mundford Village Hall
Wednesday 25 August 10 ndash
12Noon Thetford Abbey Car park
2pm ndash 4pm Hockham Village Hall
Thursday 26 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Shipdham Village Green 2pm ndash
4pm Mattishall Village Hall
Friday 27 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Banham Community Centre 2pm
ndash 4pm East Harling Market
Square
Adrian Stasiak Executive Member
for Communicates and Benefits at
Breckland Council with Edward
Bayles Managing Director of
Poultec and members of the One
Stop Bus team
Mornin ter orl onya or iffen yewre
hed yer dinna thas artanoon ter orl
onya
Spect yor well inta yer nu teartas by
now thar cummin up orlrite spite not
hevin a lot o rearn
Cos Horry he say his bin diggin
hissun fer wicks we dornt set a lotta
stor by his tearls tho
Tha ole Willuj Horl hed a meetin
larst wik n Horry n me thort we‟d
jine in
Blarst tha ole mawtha inna tha chare
gissus a rare ole luk n she say ldquoWot
yew tew duin in hare tha meetin is
privaterdquo ldquoThas orl riterdquo say Horry
ldquoWe sharnt lissen ter wot yewre a
sayinrdquo I rekoned we orta sit tite cos
ware bin hare a lotlonga than har n
tha ole football warnt wuth wotchin
nither
Tha ole kermitee ware a clakin on fer
a fare wile an Horry sorta gin ter
snor but as sune as thar torked about
anutha o tha gret ole grub nites He
wos up onna his feet wolunteerin ter
tearst orl tha offrins jist in cearse tha
doont mit tha rite standuds
Tha ole Chearwumon she giv Horry
wun o tha luks wott‟l bun worta she
say ldquoYew et moost of ennyonus larst
time yew grate ole pig yew rekkun
yew shud be barred fra orl ower
doo‟s yew allus cors a hellup dew
yew siddown a kipya clacka shutrdquo
Well tha sorta put Horry in his
plearce fer a while
Summonem rekkun‟d we orta hev
one o tha bottle banks meark a bit a
munny for tha horl
Cos thet gotta tha ole chearwumon a
garpin at us tew she sed atween us
we cud fill tha thing up inna coupla
daze I dint no wot she ware a gittin
at cos I allus teark my ole bottles
back to tha pub tha lanlord gissus
tuppence fer evra bottle mindyew I
git tha feelin thet he shuv tuppence
onna a pint o mild ony I doont offen
git a rownd in since tha furrinas
mooved inta tha Big Horl up tha
rood yew ony hev to ware a dutty
ole cap n stic a bitta straw in ya gob
n luk sorta dwany n thars a baer onna
tha tearble
Anyways the Horl Kermitee hev
agreed to hev a gret ole grub nite
sune Horry sekunded thet mowshun
n I thurded it but we wus towd to
keep ower nooses owt tha horls
bisness Tha kermitee‟ll hefta arsk
tha cowncil abowt gittin wun o tha
bottle banks cos thet mite wont
plannin permishun
I shull tell yew orl abowt ower posh
grub nite anutha time thas time for
my fourses
Dew yew keep a troshin Sid
The Ovington Crower
Watton Town Council owns and
runs a community bus which is
used by the elderly and disabled at
the discretion of the council
The bus is used on a weekly basis
Monday to Friday to transport
elderly residents from their homes
to the Wayland Luncheon Club
This service is a vital part of some
resident‟s lives enabling them to
enjoy a meal and socialise It is
primarily for those who may have
become isolated for a variety of
reasons
The Council relies on volunteers to
drive the bus and although we now
have regular drivers to cover the
five days we are looking for
volunteers who would be prepared
to cover for holidays and sickness
so you if you can spare a few hours
per week on an occasional basis at
short notice we would be pleased to
hear from you
Contact the Town Clerk ndash Jacqui
Seal on 01953 881007
WANTED Community Bus Drivers
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 14 News
Two bumper cheques for Chairman Charity
Two bumper cheques for pound1136 have
been presented to Diabetes UK and
Cancer Research UK by Cllr John
Rogers previous Chairman of
Breckland Council
The money was raised through a
variety of fundraising events which
Cllr Rogers has held this year
including an auction and raffle held at
the Chairman‟s reception and Clerk to
Watton Town Council Jacqui Seal
held a garden party and raised pound22000
which she kindly donated to the
Chairman‟s charity
The presentation took place at the
Watton Pentecostal Church on Harvey
Street in Watton during the regular
monthly meeting of the Watton and
District Support Group for Diabetes
The group meet once a month on the
second Monday of very month and
have been meeting for four years
Receiving the cheques were Paul Fleet
area volunteer manager who accepted
on behalf of Cancer Research UK Paul
said ldquoCancer Research UK is the
leading independent funder of cancer
research in Europe We are almost
entirely funded by the public with very
little government funding Without the
generosity and dedication of our
supporters we would not be able to
continue to make progress against
cancer The donation from Cllr Rogers
and Breckland Council is very much
appreciated and will go a long way in
funding our continued work in the fight
against cancer
Ron Thompson accepted the cheque on
behalf of Diabetes UK and said the
funds would be used to fund holidays
for children with diabetes
Ron commented ldquoDiabetes UK has
been organising family weekends and
children‟s holidays for many years We
are very pleased to accept the cheque
on behalf of the Eastern Region for
Diabetes UKrdquo
Cllr Rogers said ldquoI am so pleased to be
able to present these cheques to two
hardworking and worthwhile charities
that I have supported over the past year
ldquoCancer Research‟s groundbreaking
work into the prevention diagnosis and
treatment of cancer has helped save
millions of lives This work is funded
entirely by the public which is why
fundraising events are so important
ldquoThere are three million people in
the UK living with diabetes and
20000 children in the UK have
diabetes We have had many
fundraising events this year to help
Diabetes UK continue our work to
improve the lives of people with
diabetes
Cllr Rogers Ron Thompson and members of the Watton and District support group for Diabetes UK
Attleborough High School and Sixth
Form Centre Geography teacher Joel
Rodker has earned the exciting
opportunity to experience cutting-edge
environmental research work on an
expedition to Belarus this summer
Earlier this year Earthwatch the
international environmental charity
invited UK-based secondary level
teachers of geography science and
citizenship to apply to join its
expedition Belarus Wetlands from 2-
11 August 2010
Joel who is also the school‟s Lead
Teacher for the Environment is one of
eight successful applicants who will be
helping Earthwatch scientists to find
effective ways of conserving the
unique wetlands of Belarus hiking to
sampling sites to collect data which
will help the scientists to select
wetlands which are in need of
protection
Wetlands in Belarus make up 14 per
cent of the country Particularly
threatened and little-studied are the
oligotrophic (low nutrient) or bdquoraised‟
bogs which are the focus of the Belarus
Wetlands research project Bogs are
extremely important as they improve
the gas composition of the atmosphere
carry out climate regulation and
regulate water flows on the surface and
within the soil
Experienced facilitators will help Joel
and the other teachers to link the
research and their experiences on the
project to the curriculum On his return
to Attleborough High Joel will use his
new knowledge to inform the learning
of the students at the school The
teachers on the project will work
together to devise educational
resources for use in the classroom and
these resources will be made available
for others to use
Speaking about the trip Joel Rodker
said ldquoThis is a very special opportunity
to visit a fascinating environment meet
like-minded people and learn a huge
amount in a short space of time I want
to inspire our students to do similar
things I intend to share my
experiences with the staff and students
at Attleborough High and also to
demonstrate links between the
protection of important ecosystems in
Belarus and looking after the
environment in our own community
for example the impact on the
environment of the school wildlife
pond we are in the process of creatingrdquo
The 2010 Earthwatch educator
expedition to Belarus is kindly
supported by ICAP and the Garfield
Western Foundation To find out
how you can join an Earthwatch
expedition in 2010 call +44 (0)1865
318831 or visit
wwwearthwatchorgeurope
Local teacher to become a hero for the planet on an Earthwatch expedition
President beryl Brannan presided
over the first meeting of the new
Inner Wheel year She welcomed
Ann Akister‟s visitor Jenny
Bickerton from Canterbury and
everybody else Special mention for
Angela Rowlings our newest
member whom Beryl inducted to our
group Angela is a Honorary
Member
Our meeting held at the home of
Karen Barwood was an exotic
demonstration of Belly Dancing
Allison Dickson Sheila Harwood
and Karen Barwood all performed for
us in full flowing costume The
movements to music were elegant
and peaceful and full of emotion
which is more than can be said when
we were asked to join in General
wobbling of body parts was about all
we could muster but it entertained
those who elected to watch Karen
Sheila and Allison were thanked by
Beryl for an unusual but appreciated
evening
The Strawberry Tea raised pound64460
and 88 people attended the money
will go to UNICEF
The visit to Kew Gardens was very
enjoyable and the boat trip was
blessed with a wonderful breeze
giving a good finish to the day many
thanks to Brenda Davis for
organising everything in her usual
efficient manner
We are having a stall at the Wayland
Show and will be pleased to see you
all there
Future events include a lunchtime
concert with the Breckland Breeze
Wind Quartet on Septmber 15th and
on the 1st October a Barn Dance at
the Queens Hall
The Raffle with three prizes was won
by Ann Akister Peggy Barley and
Beryl Brannan We had a very
enjoyable evening amidst friends
The Inner Wheel Club of Watton
Letter to the Editor Thank you for printing an article in
your June issue on St Marys Church
Houghton on the Hill I am writing
to ask if any of your readers would
enjoy helping in the garden or
welcoming visitors to the church I
love this church and the peace that
surrounds it when I lived in
Swaffham I used to go regularly and
help in the garden that surrounds the
church unfortunately I now live in
Cromer so I can only go once a
month or so Last week when I
visited I was told that they were short
of volunteers so if you can spare and
hour or two a weekmonthevery now
and then please phone Bob Davey on
01760 440470 Dee Roye
This is the first in a series of little
anecdotes written by a good old
Norfolk boy (but not written in
Norfolk for the sake of all them old
infiltrators)
Do you remember the vets off
Watton High Street - up Worms
Yard I used to own a big old dog -
I was often seen walking him
around Watton That was before the
days of poo bags and red litter
bins Anyway I woke up one
morning and read the obituaries in
the EDP to make sure it was OK to
get out of bed and went down to
take the dog for an early morning
walk He gave me a bit of a shock
because he had gone all cross eyed
I thought I had better take him to
the vets and walked him down to
the surgery Fortunately the vet
could see him right away so I took
him in and the vet picked him up
looked into his eyes and had a good
look round him
Im going to have to put him
down he said
Well I said tears welling up
Thats a bit of a shock I will be
very sorry to see him go especially
because hes only gone cross-eyed
No you daft br the vet said
Hes heavy
Wilfson remembers
Lee Higgs of Edwards
Newsagents Watton
ldquoYour Ideal Shoprdquo makes a
presentation to Lucy
Vallerine who has recently
been judged to be the most
reliable and accurate News
Delivery person out of
more than sixty juvenile
staff employed by Edwards
Newsagents
Edwards presently deliver
newspapers and magazines
to over two thousand homes
across the Wayland area
and speaking of Lucy‟s
contribution to the excellent
service offered by Edwards
Lee Higgs said ldquoLucy has
been employed for 8
months and has never
missed a day or been late I
have great pleasure in
making this presentation
recognising her hard workrdquo
Well done Lucy
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 15
By David and Carolyn Jessup
It‟s always good to have a driving
licence as it gives the local people
an extra string to their bow when
seeking a job It seems like with
many things in South Africa that
there is a certain amount of
corruption involved with driving
tests Ivy decided that she wanted
to take a test and had already been
told by Cute the girlfriend of her
boss that the Examiners were open
to monetary persuasion She
decided that rather than chance
failing she would try this route -
failing would of course bring the
additional expense of at least one
further test
Ivy contacted the Examiner
who agreed that he would
accept R2000 to pass
already less than Cute had
paid So I took her to
Thulamarshe for her driving
test although she wanted an
extended lesson prior to the
test She had already had a
few lessons in what could
only be described as a
possibly unroadworthy
bakkie on some rough unsurfaced
land staked out with sticks to
reverse between The bakkie was
missing one wing mirror and had
no inside mirror so reversing was
a problem On the way to the test
centre I quickly showed her how to
do a three point turn and then we
went to find an Instructor
We followed a vehicle for about 2
km to another rough piece of land
where there were a number of
other people receiving tuition in
large trucks Apparently trucks are
easier to drive than cars Ivy had a
lengthy discussion with an
Instructor and came away saying
he was too expensive We went
back to the test centre and she had
a small lesson with another
Instructor went for her test and
ldquopassedrdquo after handing over the
bribe Since coming back home I
have learnt that this practise is also
rife in Eastern Europe so maybe
we are surrounded by drivers who
have never passed an official test
Before Cute took her test she was
driving around with a friend when
she was stopped by the Police
With no official licence at that
time she was concerned that she
may be asked to produce
documents Luckily they did not
ask for these items but merely
requested the mobile telephone
numbers of the two ladies
probably to call them for a date
Fortunately the ladies were both
alert and gave incorrect numbers
There are often breakdown
vehicles near the main traffic lights
(robots) in Hazyview and an
inquisitive Ivy asked them why
they were waiting there
Apparently they often put oil on
the road at night especially when
the roads are wet to try to cause
accidents They were not ashamed
or shy to admit this and were not at
all concerned if people are injured
or killed as long as they get
business from the accidents
I was stopped no less than 5 times
by the local Police Sometimes just
checking vehicles and the
registration and other times for
trivialities like not coming to a halt
at a 4-way stop sign Once I was
stopped for speeding 79 kph in a
60 limit that I hadn‟t noticed After
protracted discussion and a view of
the video I was informed the fine
would be R750 although they
would accept R300 If I wanted a
receipt this would mean going to a
distant Police Station with the
possibility of a long wait I decided
to hand over R300 and get on our
way This later caused me some
resentment as the money obviously
went into the pocket of the Officer
Unfortunately and stupidly I did
not take a name and although I
reported the matter I never heard
any more If there is a next time I
shall know exactly what to do
Ever since we have been going to
Africa I have always tried to avoid
running over and killing any live
creature Sometimes it cannot be
avoided and I had at least two
instances this time which I have
regretted ever since I was driving
quite fast along the main road
heading for our house when a
Vervet Monkey ran from the road
side and into the path of the car I
could not avoid hitting it and the
loud thud made me feel quite sick
Looking in my mirror I could see
the Monkey lying dead in the road
- 10 minutes later I drove back to
town and the body had
disappeared At first I thought it
may have been moved by its
grieving family but it was probably
picked up by one of the large
raptors which regularly hover
above the road
Even more sickening was the time
I was driving in the grounds of a
local Hotel and I saw from the
car what I thought were
thousands of large flies floating
just above the ground There
were literally millions and I
avoided opening the car door to
investigate in case they all came
in I drove for about 300 metres
on this track before I got out for
an appointment and to my
absolute horror I then realised
they were baby frogs There had
been heavy rain the previous night
and they had all come up from the
nearby river It was an awesome
sight to see so many frogs together
but I was so angry that I had not
identified what they were until it
was too late
Relationship difficulties Bereavement Stress
BullyingAbuse Addictions Depression
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Itrsquos good to talk Counselling can help if yoursquore struggling to cope with
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James Ball SHOWROOM 49 High Street Watton
01953
883288
Very Competitive Prices Most Makes of carpets
amp Vinyl Supplied and Fitted
South Africa again with a Touch of Mozambique and Swaziland
Watton in Bloom
On Sunday 4th July on a glorious summer
morning Watton Town Mayor Mr Roy Ivory
selected the best garden for summer blooms
on behalf of the Watton Society Despite the
cold frosty Spring and two weeks of drought
in late June Mr DR and Mrs AL Ankerman
were again awarded the silver platter to hold
for a year Of course most residents are not
aware that the Mayor is about the town
judging the gardens as this as a competition
that is not formally entered The Watton
Society are happy to make this award for the
fourteenth year with the help of the Mayor the
society‟s Honorary President Ten certificates
are awarded to those gardeners reaching a
highly commended standard in recognition of
their achievements Bryan H Wykes Vice
Chairman Watton Society
Fabulous mixed media Summer Art Exhibition 15 Talented local amp regional artists will be
displaying their work in mediums to include
watercolour gouache graphite wood
textile between Saturday 7th and Saturday
21st August in the Dragonfly Gallery at
Wayland House High St Watton Opening
Times are 10am ndash 4pm weekdays 10am ndash
1pm Saturdays There will be a Preview
Evening on Friday 6th August between 7pm
and 830pm All works on display can be
purchased - the preview evening is very
popular and recommended if you are
looking to buy and there will be a free glass
of wine and nibbles Please contact Susan
Hollingworth 01953 880205 for further
information
This month we did something completely
different for our WI meeting We spent
our time walking around Watton
following clues on a bdquoMurder Mystery
Trail‟ This was of course a fictional
murder but we had tremendous fun
solving the clues and finding out some
interesting facts about the history of
Watton on the way I don‟t think it would
be fair of me to tell you who did do it as
some of you may have intentions of
following the trail yourselves We
finished up at our meeting hall where we
enjoyed refreshments
Janet Oxborough from Ashill WI then
reported on the NFWI National AGM she
had attended in Cardiff in June As
expected the resolution urging the
Government on the mandatory labelling
of meat fish and poultry with true
country of origin was carried with a very
large majority Pat thanked Janet for a
very comprehensive account of the
meeting Birthday posies were presented
to Sandra and Jan and the raffle was won
by Joyce Jan and guest Janet Oxborough
Barbara will be hosting a Macmillan
Coffee Morning on Friday 10th
September ndash a little earlier than the
official date We also received details of
the Norfolk amp Norwich Operatic
Society‟s production at the Theatre Royal
in January ndash this is to be bdquoFiddler on the
Roof‟
Next month will be a social evening in
Watton Christian Community Centre
starting at 730 pm For information about
the WI as always the number to ring is Pat
on 882275 or Barbara on 882595
Who done it
Prayer of the Heart Activities at Watton Methodist Church Comprising Christian Meditation and Bi Monthly Worship For those seeking reflective
prayer mid-week worship with a more reflective and contemporary feel and those who
enjoy exploring their faith by reading spiritual books old and new
This month Christian Meditation in the vestry 2nd and 16th August for further details
ring Joyce 01953 88667
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 16 News
She did it She did it What a brave woman Frances
Packham is jumping out of a plane and being parachuted
safely down to earth by an experienced member of the
parachute team How proud of her I was watching her
come into sight out of the clouds and landing safely on the
ground and still managing to smile to her friends and
family anxiously watching her landing Perhaps it was a
grimace but we were all cheering and toasting her safe
return in champagne supplied by her partner Charles
Frances did this brave deed to do something special for
her 60th Birthday and at the same time to raise funds for
the local Charity Big C in memory of her friend Jim
Scrymgeour I am pleased to say that he knew she was
doing it for big C but when he died before the event he
would have been so touched by her thoughts for him
Sponsorship money is still coming in but to date Frances
has raised around pound1000 There is still time to donate to
Big C and donations can be left at the Wayland
Partnership Office
When Jim Scrymgeour died after losing his battle with
cancer with myself and our two sons Alan and Barrie at
his bedside we were grateful for all the prayers said for
him during his illness which I am sure kept him free from
pain right to the end As a family we were completely
overwhelmed by the cards (over 200) letters and flowers
sent to us with the messages that he was regarded as a
friendly funny person and always the gentleman At his
funeral there wasnt a seat to be had in the church He
would have been as overwhelmed as we were and I thank
everyone who took the time to come and pay their
respects The total sent by the undertakers to Big C was
pound81225
I have lots of thanks to make to the Doctors and nurses at
the Colney Centre to Dr Muller and Dr Kim the trainee
who were wonderful to Rosie from McMillan nurses to
the district nurses at Watton who were so supportive to
both of us who made him very comfortable and never
complained about his attitude to taking medication I have
to thank all our friends who were there for us and for me
since Jim has gone To the love and support I have felt
from my lovely customers at Top to Toe and a
very special thank you to my staff Alan
Gosia Kay and Rosemary who held
everything together running the shop in my
absence
To my brother and my brother in law for their
love lastly to God for giving me two
wonderful sons Alan and Barrie who with
their partners have been there for me as I
mourn the loss of my husband of 42 Years
He lived for those he loved And those he
loved remembered Marilyn Scrymgeour
HJC Ltd Motor Engineers
Servicing amp MOT preparation to all makes of
modern cars amp light commercials
Tyres Exhausts amp Batteries supplied and fitted
Courtesy cars available
Ask for Steve at 5 Linmore Court Threxton Rd
Industrial Estate Watton
Tel 01953 889924
Howlett - Rook
The wedding took place at Dereham Registry Office on the 11 th June of Mr
Wayne Howlett son of Barbara and Bryan Howlett of Holden Close
Oulton Broad and Miss Emma Rook daughter of Cathy and Colin Rook of
Hunters Oak Watton
The Bride was given away by her father and wore a Baby Pink dress She was
attended by Josie Mel Becky Summer and sisters Hollie and Debbie were
present The Best Man was Mr Reece Howlett and Kev and Rob were Ushers
The couple honeymooned for short break in London which will be followed
by a family holiday to Disney World in Florida at Christmas
What a star she is
Low Maintenance Gardens
Designed amp Built
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Patios ~ Paths ~ Fencing ~ Shingle Drives Seeding ~ Turfing Etc
Photos and References always available For a Quality Job amp Free Quote
Phone Tim Luxton on 01603 880184 wwwtimluxtonlandscapingcouk
The Wayland Show The Annual Wayland Show will be held on
Sunday 1st August just outside Watton on the
Brandon Road Last year‟s show was
acclaimed in the press and by many as the
best ever with fantastic weather record
attendance and more exhibitors competitors
and attractions than before It raised a total of
pound7150 for local charities
Among other things featuring in the Grand
Ring this year will be Jive Pony This unique
show has the lot with vaulting dancing
acting costume changes and amazing riding
skills Other very popular attractions are the
Bob Hogg Sheepdog Display West Norfolk
Foxhounds Trinity Foot Beagles and not
forgetting Cyril the Squirrel Racing Terriers
and Mid Norfolk Gundogs
New for 2010 is the Lifestyle Marquee and
planned attractions are a fashion show
cookery demos floral displays hair and
beauty exhibitions and a stunning dance
performance with the chance to relax and take
it all in while enjoying afternoon tea
Our livestock classes are well attended and of
a very high standard and with in-hand and
ridden classes the show is a chance to see
some of our best local Show Horses This year
we also welcome retrained Racehorses and
Working Hunters for the first time We are
also running clear round show jumping
The Wayland Agricultural Society Young
Achiever of the Year 2010 award recognises
outstanding dedication and contribution to
agriculture horticulture wildlife or any other
rural related sector or industry Entrants must
be under 21 years of age and the winner will
be announced prior to the Show and presented
with their award on the day The award is
sponsored by Weco Engineering of Watton
Radio Norfolk and Wayland Radio will be
broadcasting from the showground during the
day The organising Committee also recently
presented a cheque for pound1094100 to The
Nelsons Journey Charity from funds raised at
their annual Dinner Dance Nelsons Journey is
a Norwich based charity which supports
bereaved children and young people under the
age of 18yrs living in Norfolk
As mentioned in last month‟s edition
of the Mid-Norfolk Times Wayland
House in Watton High Street home of
the Wayland Partnership offers a wide
range of services and support to the
Wayland community as a whole We
are constantly striving to increase the
range of services but recognise that it
is vital that the community is made
aware of these services
Firstly we have an ldquoopen doorrdquo policy
and anyone is welcome to drop by to
find out what we offer This can range
from bus pass applications
appointments with the Registrar the
Wayland Community Bank to
exhibitions and events throughout the
year We also submit articles to the
Times and regularly have a slot on
Wayland Radio
However as the local population
grows we want to ensure that
newcomers are included and made
aware of the information and support
they can get from Wayland House For
those with access to the internet you
might be interested in knowing that the
Partnership now has three websites
covering all the areas and activities we
are involved inThe current Partnership
site is wwwwaylandorguk but this is
currently being updated and the new
site will be launched soon Try
wwwthewaylanddragonflygalleryco
uk where you will find current and
forthcoming exhibitions examples of
local artists work for sale within the
Gallery shop
Finally for the business community
we have waylandbusinesscentrecouk
which contains a wealth of valuable
information and links to additional
information We also issue regular
Email Information Bulletins to some
400 local businesses and if you don‟t
already receive them let us know and
we will add you to the database (see
contact details below) Also have a
look at
waylandbusinesscentreblogspotcom
which provides your business with a
chance to share your expertise and
knowledge with a larger audience It
gives you a valuable opportunity to
network and is particularly useful for
sole traders and those who work from
home
You can see us at the Wayland Show
on 1st August where we will be
sharing a stand with the Wayland
Community Bank If you are there
please drop by and see us
We will be submitting regular news
and information to the Times as it
gives us good coverage and is
delivered widely in the area However
for more information on the services
and facilities available from Wayland
House and the Wayland Business
Centre call in to our reception phone
us on 01953 880204 or mail to
iainwaylandorguk
News from the Wayland Partnership
Picture Breckland Photographic
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 17
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Unit 2 Coughtrey Industrial Estate
Church Road Griston IP25 6QB
Fitted Kitchens
Bathrooms
Internal Doors
Free Quotations amp
Full Planning Service
Massage Treatments
Swedish Massage and Hot Stone Massage
Appointments available at
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Saham Toney Your Local Three Star Hotel
Telephone 01953 882125 wwwbroomhallhotelcouk
Holme Hale Pavilion
Summer Fete Saturday 7th August
10am -- 430pm Cake Stall Refreshments Beer
Tent Lots of Childrens games and also for Adults Grand Draw BBQ
(local butcher) Rescue Greyhounds
Institute Advanced Motorists Bouncy Castle also ladies have
your nails amp toenails painted and much much more
All welcome come enjoy
It‟s that time of year again at the
time of writing we are in the middle
of Quilts Three our third annual
exhibition courtesy of the Wayland
Partnership in the Dragonfly Gallery
at Wayland House It gives an
opportunity for others to see exactly
what we do hack tack and stuff With
a name like that we are obviously not
bdquojust another sewing group‟ This
year we were worried about having
enough work to exhibit and then had
far more than we could show The
exhibition opened at 10 o‟clock on
Saturday the 10th July continuing
until the 17th Half way through the
week over one hundred and fifty
visitors had been counted Work on
show included not only quilts of all
sizes but also fabric boxes cushions
bags toys and other examples of the
members‟ crafts made for personal
use and as gifts There were examples
of the Heart cushions given to people
who have had surgery for breast
cancer and quilts for ill
and traumatised
children and teenagers
distributed through the
Norfolk branch of
ProjectLinus There was
a raffle donations box
and articles for sale
Proceeds will go
towards materials for
items for these charities
There will be more
details in the next
edition
Meanwhile meetings
and demonstrations
continued normally including an
excellent example of the latter
featuring a variety of borders by
two clever ladies This was so well
organised that members were
provided with pieces of pre-cut
fabrics so there was no excuse for
not bdquohaving a go‟ We are all fired
with enthusiasm and likely to put
borders on everything I suggest
partners check their shirts and
trousers
The group does not meet in August
but will be back on Tuesday the
14th September at 7 pm in the
Watton Christian Community
Centre for the beginning of another
session meanwhile members and
non-members can check our Blog
at httphtsqgroupblogspotcom
to see what is happening over the
next few months This features a
calendar which has details up until
the end of the year It is also
updated very regularly If you are
not online phone Sue Hart on
01362 822536
Hackers Tackers and Stuffers
Last year Alan Smiths Birthday
present from his daughter and son in
law (Kerry and Chris Varley) was a
book written about some mature men
walking the coast2coast It was so
inspiring and amusing to read that
soon several other people including
his wife (Gill) and 2 close friends
(Tim and Carol Suthers) had also
been inspired and enjoyed the read
All 6 of us enjoy our walks and
encouraged by the two youngest
(Chris amp Kerry) who have done this
before they decided to take up the
challenge From St Bees on the west
coast to Robin‟s Hood Bay on the
east coast some 192 miles in 13 days
will be covered in August this year as
their annual holiday Whilst doing
this they have been encouraged by a
few people to make it an event to
raise money for charity
They thought it would be nice to
support a local charity in East Anglia
and have chosen the East Anglian Air
Ambulance Registered Charity
1083876 They are a 365 day-a-year life-
saving service across Bedfordshire
Cambridgeshire Peterborough Norfolk
and Suffolk The charity is independent
of government and National Lottery
funding and is entirely dependent on
fund-raising and contributions To keep
its two air ambulances flying and to
provide the advanced medical
equipment they carry over pound3 million
per year has to be raised The group
thought it would be good to offer their
support to the EAAA in making this
walk not just their holiday and
challenge but also an event to raise
some cash to help them in their work
Gill also contacted the organisation to
see if they could visit and see first-hand
one of the helicopters and the staff of
EAAA who offer such a valuable and
life-saving service
On average the EAAA are called to
four incidents every day life
threatening situations such as road
traffic accidents incidents involving
people in inaccessible places and
cardiac arrests Because of the
advanced skills drugs and equipment
found on board and being able to
access places impossible for a land
ambulance the EAAA can make the
difference
Will you help us to help them in their
work To make a donation and offer
your support you can visit httpwwwjustgivingcomcoast2coastthevarleyssuthersandsmiths
Birthday Day Present Inspires 3 Couples to take up a Challenge
From left to right Chris Varley Alan Smith Gill Smith
Kerry Varley Carol Suthers and Tim Suthers
At Wayland Scout Group we
started the month with a Family
Day the Cubs and Scouts cooked
lunch for over 50 people to
celebrate our first AGM Parents
siblings Leaders and the District
Commissioner John Sweeney
were treated to dips and cruditeacutes
Southern Fried Chicken rice and
beans and salads followed by
apple pie and custard
All the young people did a fantastic
job creating a delicious meal made
even better by the wonderful weather
Following a cricket match we were
joined by Rev Geoff Garrett from St
May‟s Church who dedicated our
new flags for us
The afternoon was finished in fine
style with a wonderful array of
homemade cakes and a cup of tea
The Leaders would like to pass on
their thanks to everyone for their
wonderful support and help
The Cubs recently enjoyed a craft
night creating robots form junk
including turning one Cub into an
android by creating an amazing
costume for him
This term the Scouts have been
working towards their Global
Challenge including looking at
different traditions around the
world As it is nearly the end of
term they had plenty of fun
making a traditional Fez with
maybe a nod to Doctor Who who
has recently made the hats cool
The Scout Troop has also been
challenged by the local Rotarians to
have a camp using only a Shelter Box
tent and the emergency equipment
provided in the box Of course they
have accepted the challenge and will
be holding this
camp in mid-
August Our aim
is to be
sponsored so we
can raise enough
money be able
to buy a Shelter
Box for the
charity If you
would like to
sponsor us
please contact
Theresa Cutts on 01953 884243
or email
waylandscoutsgooglemailcom for
more information
At a recent event hosted by the
County Commissioner Richard
Butler the Leaders were also
presented with certificates to
congratulate them on opening a
successful Cub Pack Scout Troop
and building a Leadership team
We are also looking forward to a
4 day activity camp in August
with the rest of South West
Norfolk District If you are
interested in finding out more
about Scouting in Watton please
email us on the address above
AGM Androids and Fezs
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 18 News
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Alcohol Paypoint
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Fresh Seasonal Vegetables Home Produced Pork
01953 483 375
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL SHOPS
And get your copy of the Mid-Norfolk Times at these businesses
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Visit our Social Club - Bar open every Wednesday and Friday from
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01953 882 498
The bdquoAttleborough Players‟ amateur
dramatic society has been entertaining
people in the locality for more than 35
years with shows pantomimes plays
concerts and we are currently
rehearsing a musical play to feature a
group of our very talented younger
members to be staged in October
Since present day legislation has strict
demands for separate changing
facilities for adults and youngsters we
now have an additional burden on our
already strained finances
The society is a registered charity and
finances have been maintained at a
respectable level by staging shows
and our popular bdquoFish bdquon‟ Quiz‟
evenings on a regular basis hopefully
we will be presenting another quiz in
November Ticket prices have been
kept at a very competitive pound5 for most
of our shows takings which go
mostly towards running costs the rest
into a dwindling bank account In
these days of drastic belt tightening
we prefer to keep the cost of tickets
low to benefit our audiences This
means of course that our pool of
monetary assets has developed a
steady leak
We are looking for any business or
individual willing to sponsor us
Sponsorship would guarantee
programme and poster advertising to a
negotiable degree while private
individuals would benefit by free
tickets to any of our events of their
choice
Any business or private individual
willing to help us in this way please
contact our treasurer Anne
Greenwood ndash Tel 01953 455022
With our ever increasing membership
particularly of teenagers we think the
bdquoAttleborough Players‟ is a
worthwhile concern to keep running
on an even keel We hope you do too
The Players need your help
Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles By popular request the PHIL
BROOKPETE OXBOROUGH
JAZZ QUARTET are returning to
St Margarets church Breckles on
FRIDAY 17th SEPTEMBER at 730
pm The Quartet also features Ivars
Galenieks bass and Bob Dore
drums Tickets are pound1250 to
include refreshments and can be
obtained from Margaret Morfoot
Telehone 01953 498286 There will
be a beer and wine bar from 7 pm
This is a very popular evening All
proceeds for the upkeep of St
Margarets Church Breckles
Breckles is on the B1111 4 miles
north of the A11B1111 junction
Watton Ballroom Dancing Association
Queenrsquos Hall Watton 8pm till 11pm
Admission pound350
Saturday August 7th Mike 01953 882799
Wayland High School Students‟ British Science Association CREST Award
Twelve Year 9 students at
Wayland High School have
received the British Science
Association‟s CREST award for
designing and producing industry
standard batik artwork bags It is
the first time that the school has
entered the CREST awards
facilitated by The Exchange
(Norfolk Education Business
Partnership) who provided a small
bursary to support the batik
project Photograph of the students
with Batik bags and certificates
attached
Jan Cockburn from The Exchange
who visited the school to present
the awards at a Year 9 assembly
said Congratulations to the
students who carried out the batik
project You have shown great
enthusiasm for the subject and
fully deserve the national
recognition provided by a British
Science Association CREST
award
Val Wenham teacher and batik
artist who led the project said
The students learned the full batik
process including use of wax and
dyes initially experimenting on
paper before developing their
designs for the bags They created
designs that could be reproduced
on an industrial basis and studied
the technological and commercial
side of working in batik
Sadly one of the awards was
presented posthumously Alastair
Codling who also took part in the
batik project received his twin
sister Claire‟s award Claire
passed away earlier this year
For more information about the
work of The Exchange see
wwwnorfolk-exchangeorguk or
tel 01953 601439
For more information about British
Science Association CREST
Awards see
wwwbritishscienceassociationorg
webccafCREST
Pictured left to right are - Back Ellis Stone Harrison Cutts Sophie Shaw Ben Rees Martha Watts Stephanie
Parker Lauren Symons Megan Kennedy Front Alistair Codling Cameron Goldie Sam Beckwith
Our meeting in July had a
slightly different format to the
usual system We held a coffee
and chat event and we accepted a
cheque on behalf of Diabetes
UK for pound1136 presented by the
former chairman of Breckland
District Council
John Rogers The chairman of
our group Ron Thompson
accepted the cheque and said that
the money would be used by
Diabetes UK to help to fund
holidays for children with
Diabetes Councillor John
Rogers was warmly thanked
(Please see separate article for
picture page 14)
At our next meeting on August
9th two of our members will be
talking about the work they do
with the Retired Greyhound
Trust They are going to be
bringing a couple of their four
legged friends too John and Rod
will be suitably tethered to stop
them straying around the tables
and getting in the dogs way
The meeting starts at 1015am at
the Pentecostal Church Watton
(whom we thank for the use of
their facilities) all welcome For
further details about the group or
any of the meetings please
phone Helen 01953 884713 and
leave a message and I will get
back to you as soon as I can
We are have a special meeting on
the 13th September when we are
very fortunate to have as our
speaker Richard Lane OBE
President of Diabetes UK Some of
our members met Richard for the
first time last year and were very
taken by him and his frankness and
honesty about his Diabetes and
what has happened to him He is a
very interesting man and we are
very lucky he is available to come
and speak to us
We will be providing a light buffet
lunch for this meeting at a cost of pound5
per head and we would be pleased to
invite you to join us Because we
need to know numbers for the
catering arrangements please could
you phone David 01362 696781
before August 9th if you would like
to attend this special meeting
Watton amp District Group - Diabetes UK
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 19
Poet‟s Place Poet‟s Place is open once more to all readers to
submit their own work for publication All
contributions are welcome and will be printed
unedited for reader‟s enjoyment
A GOOD DEAL
When I‟m watching the birds in our garden
Little lambs that gambol in fields
I thank God I have such perception
This is what I would call a good deal
A small child with a smile that is wistful and shy
And a look to melt hearts made of steel
With a grasp of tiny soft fingers
Makes me realise what a good deal
Our cat usually independent and strong
Purrs around at my feet rubs my heel
I know it‟s because he wants feeding
He knows he is on a good deal
When dining out at a pub or cafeacute
I go where they serve a fine meal
With the atmosphere right and excellent food
Best of all I will get a good deal
Shopping in town for my clothing
Can be such a blinking ordeal
I go and intend not to overspend
And resolve I will get a good deal
Deciding on presents for Christmas
Then doing my best to conceal
The parcels I‟ve bought for each person
It‟s fine to receive a good deal
The flowers that grow in my garden
I planted in Spring with such zeal
Are now blooming so bright with such colours
I can see I have got a good deal
When I meet with my friends for a bridge game
My excitement I try to conceal
When the cards that I hold help me win lots of points
It‟s because I‟ve been dealt a good deal
Edith Pleasance copy 290906
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The Street Rocklands 01953 483 217
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01953 458 036 Italian Wines 2 for pound5 Wide range
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Old Buckenham Stores The Green Old Buckenham
01953 860210 If you purchase goods from the shop costing over pound50 (excluding the post office cigarettes lottery and Paypoint) in one transaction then you will be entitled to claim a bottle of Italian wine (worth pound5)
Lovells Post Office amp Stores
Market Place New Buckenham
01953 860 351
Village Stores Market Street East Harling
01953 718115 A wide range of products in stock
Anne and Kevin Ledgard
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High Street Attleborough (Opposite Sainsburys)
01953 453 257 Newspapers amp magazines
Wide range of confectionery tobacconist Wide range of Wines Beers and Spirits
Londis Banham 01953 887320
Your Local Village Supermarket
Watton University of the Third Age (U3A) Forty eight members enjoyed the tour
of North Norfolk by train and coach
A superb cream tea at Bircham
Windmill rounded off the tour in style
The next trip is a tour of the Fens with
a professional guide on Friday 17th
September The booking list is now
open contact Ron on 01953 889951
The Croquet Group is now playing at
the Watton Sports Centre on a
Tuesday afternoon New players
would be most welcome including
visitors (potential new members) For
playing times contact Margaret on
01953 882136 Alan Bickers is the
new Leader of the Pub Lunch Group
who will have their first meeting on
Thursday 12th August
Next venue for the Garden Visits
Group is Dunbheagan House near
Dereham with music in the afternoon
and teas in aid of the St Johns
Ambulance Meet at 130pm in the
Queens Hall car park Transport can
be arranged Contact Susan on 01953
881373
The next monthly meeting is on
Thursday 26th August when the
speaker will be Barbara Miller with
ldquoNorwich over the Waterrdquo
The Membership Secretary can be
contacted on 01953 885358 For
further information on the National
U3A go to wwwu3aorg
On Thursday 24th June the
announcement was made in London of
the winner of this year‟s Carnegie
medal That prize has been awarded by
children‟s librarians almost every year
since 1936 for an outstanding book for
children and young people Since 23rd
April when the short-list was
announced 50000 children in schools
all over Britain have been reading the
eight novels - nearly 3000 pages of
high quality fiction Thirty of those
very dedicated readers met on the same
day in Attleborough High School
Library to spend two hours in lively
debate with their guests from Old
Buckenham High School sustained by
strawberries cheese straws and home-
made cakes
The event organised by the school‟s
librarian Helen Gage greatly engaged
the students and staff and much heated
argument about which was the best of
the books on the list ensued The group
voted for their own choice of winner
took lots of photographs and then at
the time stipulated by the Carnegie‟s
national organisers opened the
envelope containing the name of the
winning title Neil Gaiman‟s bdquoThe graveyard book‟ Of the gathering in Attleborough High School‟s
library student Ellie Halls (pictured above) was the only one who had firmly backed that choice In
November the long-list for next year‟s award will be published ndash and the whole wonderful process
will begin again We can‟t wait
Carnegie medal celebration the Attleborough High School big debate
Wayland Happy Circle Our July meeting was a social afternoon with a Beetle Drive followed by a Strawberry Tea Shirley
welcomed 25 members and 1 visitor and seven birthday cards were distributed Our former President
is making good progress and we hope to see her back amongst us soon
Shirley organised the Beetle Drive the first session being won by Molly and Maureen and the second
by Jenny Two of members Margaret and Jenny had prepared the strawberries and cream and these
were enjoyed by all with shortbread and a cuppa The usual raffle was held to close the afternoon
25 members and guests will be going on the outing in July and tea will be taken at Elveden Visitor
Centre followed by a tour of the Stanta Training Area
Our next meeting will be on 3rd August when Tina Cruz will talk to us about Portuguese cooking
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 20 News
July 1st ndash The day that Rotary
Clubs all over the world install their
new presidents And this year
Watton was no exception Outgoing
president Richard Akister handed
over to new president Doctor Mike
Harvey (see pic) Health problems
caused Mike to take early
retirement as a general practitioner
and having come to Norfolk and
settled in Shipdham some 5 years
ago he was introduced to the
Watton Rotary Club and thought it
would be a good platform and outlet
for his considerable energy and
skill He was an instigator of the
Watton Club‟s very
successful fundraising
drive in support of the
bdquoBalloons for Hearts‟
initiative in 20078 With
the help of 2 other Rotary
Clubs pound5300 was raised
and a giant cheque was
presented to the campaign
coordinator We hear that
the cheque is still on
display in the cardiac
reception area at the
NNUH Mike intends to
continue his ministry of the
Watton Club with a
medical flavour
As a prelude to the presidential
handover in both clubs Watton
Inner Wheel and Rotary Clubs
joined forces and held a most
successful bdquoround the houses‟ or
bdquosafari‟ supper Changing sets of 3
or 4 couples rotate around each of
several members‟ houses for the
various courses of an evening meal
with everyone landing up at the
President‟s house for the final
course and a bit of party time
Following our visit to New South
Wales Australia last year the
Watton Club is hosting the first part
of the return Rotary international
friendship exchange in September
Eight couples from various places
in NSW are expected they will stay
with Watton members for a few
days before moving on to be hosted
by Rotarians of various other
Rotary clubs throughout Norfolk
and Suffolk More about this next
month Martin Anscombe
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During a debate about jobs and
unemployment on July 7th I made my
maiden speech in the House of Commons
I have focussed my column this month on
the content and inspirations for the speech
in which I set out why I am so passionate
about representing our area
Maiden speeches have a long tradition in
the Commons and new MPs usually
don‟t involve themselves in debates in the
House until they have made theirs
Maidens give new MPs a chance to talk
about their constituency and to outline
some of the issues they aim to work on
I focused my speech on three key
themes the need for a more local
approach to jobs and housing how the
politically correct bdquorights‟ culture
ignores traditional values and the need
for a better politics
The Rural Way of Life
Living and running a business locally I
know how life in rural England has been
overlooked I know how our traditional
values are too often denigrated and how
Norfolk has become increasingly
marginalised
ldquoTackling that sense of marginalisation
in order to unlock the talents and
aspirations of its people are the
central theme of my work as [an] MP
The people of Mid Norfolk feel
marginalised by the decision-making
process and too often forced to change
in ways that they have neither chosen
nor like The small local voluntary and
rural is all too often crowded out by the
big national professional and urban
[R]ural Britain has been especially
hard hit by unemployment during this
recession and my constituency has
pockets of rural deprivation which are
often hidden Pensioner poverty can
be especially invisible
ldquoPost offices pubs and village shops
close while more and more people are
forced to commute increasing distances
from the mass housing estates that have
been forced on our market towns and
councilsrdquo
ldquoThe people of Mid Norfolk sent me
here to speak up for them so I shall
[They] have found themselves
increasingly powerless in the face of a
tidal wave of legislation and big
government from Europe Whitehall
and unaccountable regional quangos
Many worry that our culture has been
hijacked by an increasingly intolerant
politically correct anything goes
multiculturalism which seems to have
too little respect for the longer
traditions of tolerance personal
freedom and responsibility embedded in
our traditional heritage By pumping
the bellows of local empowerment I
believe that we can reignite the embers
of a culture which can and should be
allowed to coexist with metropolitan
Britain to mutual benefitrdquo
Economic opportunities
Having run my ldquoNorfolk Wayrdquo campaign
for over three years I know how urgently
we need new jobs and opportunities in
Mid Norfolk Average wages here are low
and I wanted to focus on how we can
reignite our economy and strengthen local
communities and services
ldquoIn my three-year candidacy I insisted
on another way we call it the Norfolk
way a vision of a vibrant rural society
based on a renaissance of rural
enterprise smaller pockets of mixed
housing spread more fairly and
sustainably fast-growing small
businesses and jobs back in our villages
and towns less commuting a richer
mix of ages and blue and white-collar
jobs in active communities
ldquoSome may ask Where are those new
jobs and businesses to come from Let
me tell the House Situated between
Norwich and Cambridge are two of the
worlds leading centres of scientific
research and innovation in food
biomedicine and the clean
technologies all of which are so vital
to the global challenges that we face
Mid Norfolk is perfectly positioned to
become a hub of entrepreneurial
activity and new jobs With the world-
leading John Innes centre the Institute
of Food Research world-class
agriculture and high-tech engineering
along the A11 corridor we can lead
those new economic sectors on which
we will increasingly dependrdquo
ldquoAs someone who came to politics after
a 15-year career in creating new
technology businesses I hope to be able
to put my experience to good use in that
area However that revolution cannot
happen without two essential things
new models of investment in
infrastructure including the A11 rural
broadband and rail links and some
local leadershiprdquo
Giving People Responsibility
I believe in giving local communities
power Residents in a village know the
problems they have and usually know
how to solve them better than somebody
in an office miles away During my
speech I called for a new approach
ldquoThe stale post-war model of statist
centralisation and dependence on the
Whitehall handout has failed Norfolk
Rural Britain is the repository of
some important virtues that our modern
culture has neglected a deep belief in
self-help and responsibility an
insistence that everybody in a
community has a role and the rejection
of a shallow media cultures obsession
with celebrity and a love of the small
the different and the local These are
qualities that are deeply rooted in the
English character
ldquoAt the heart of this manifesto is a big
idea that citizenship is forged
through the empowering act of the
state granting responsibility to its
citizens That is the central idea which
has brought me into politics as a
Conservative and which I am delighted
is once again the idea at the heart of
modern Conservatism and this
coalitionrdquo
It was an honour to make my maiden on
behalf of the people of Mid Norfolk and
if you would like a full transcript of the
speech please email
Georgefreemanmpparliamentuk or
watch the video of the speech on my
website wwwgeorgefreemancouk
The Westminster View
George Freeman is the Conservative MP
for Mid-Norfolk The object of this
column is to help readers stay in touch
with their MP - it is not intended as a
reflection of the political views of anyone
associated with the Mid Norfolk Times
Watton Rotary Roundup
People for Animal Care Trust
(PACT) and Caine Lloyd of
Lloyd Engineering in Watton are
organising an adventure to climb
Mount Kilimanjaro in spring
2011 The intention is to raise
funds for PACT through
sponsorship and to have some fun
doing so
My name is Geoff Bell and I am
one of the people who are taking
part in this Challenge I have the
funds for my part in this challenge
but I fell it would be good to raise
funds for PACT as well
Through the Kili Challenge
PACT will receive funding to
build much needed additional
kennels to house the regular
influx of animals they have
PACT is based in Woodrising
and work hard to ensure the
welfare of animals in Norfolk
PACT‟s web-site is
wwwpactsanctuaryorg and more
information about them can be
obtained from there With your
kind help it would be a great
honour and privilege to extend
my support for PACT by taking
part in this challenge and to be of
help and support to one of the
loves in my life
If you would like to sponsor me
to take part in this challenge and
raise much needed funding for
PACT then please contact me
through Facebook or ring me on
01953-882925 For more
information you can ring PACT
on 01362 820775 or Caine on
01953 881255 I will also be
holding three public collection
days for this outside the Co-op in
Watton on the 18th August 15th
September and 13th October
Thank you for your support
The Kili Challenge in aid of PACT
Picture Supplied
Church Times and Puzzle
Watton Churches Together Service Calendar for August 2010
St Maryrsquos Church Watton 1st 3rd amp 4th Wednesday at 930am Holy Communion
2nd Wednesday Morning Worship Church Office opens Tues
Wed amp Thurs 9am-1pm Tel 01953 881252
margaretchurchadmfreeservecouk wwwstmaryswattonorg
Sun 1st 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
530pm Choral Evensong
Sun 8th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
Sun 15th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Sun 22nd 800am Holy Communion
1000am All Age Worship
12 noon Holy Baptism
630pm Praise and Worship with Shine
Sun 29th 800am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Watton Methodist Church Every Wednesday the Church is open for quiet reflection and
prayer between 1000am amp 1200noon
Itrsquos your quiet place At 1030 there is a half-hour Midweek
Service in the Large Vestry led by the Minister or a Church
Member wwwwattonmethodistbtikcom
Sun 1st 1045am Rev Barbara Winner Holy Communion
630pm Rev Brian Eagle
Sun 8th 1045am Mr Richard Hompstead
630pm Mrs Janet Roebuck
Sun 15th 1045am Mrs Sonia Mann
630pm Mr Brian Lawrence
Sun 22nd 1045am Mrs Elsie Warby
630pm Revd Barbara Winner Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1100am Section Service at Saham Hills
Mr John Winner
630pm Rev Brian Eagle Holy Communion
Roman Catholic Community Each Sat 530pm Mass at Watton Methodist Church
Pentecostal Church Dereham Road Watton There is a Noahs Ark Sunday and Kings Kids for children
during the Sunday morning services
Sun 1st 1030am Morning Service with guest speakers
Christian amp Ann Fernandez from La Rochelle France
Sun 8th 1030am Family Service amp Doughnuts
600pm Prayer amp Praise with guest speaker
Dama Safari from Shalom Africa
Sun 15th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Freed from your past‟
Sun 22nd 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Made in God‟s image‟
600pm Prayer and Praise
Sun 29th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoChanged by love‟
St Nicholasrsquo Church Ashill Tuesdays 1000am Said Holy Communion
Sun 1st 930am Lay Led Morning Worship
Sun 8th 930am Morning Worship
Sun 15th 930am All Age Worship
Sun 22nd 930am Holy Communion
St Georgersquos Church Saham Toney Sun 1st 1030am Benefice Service of Holy Communion
Sun 8th 1100am Morning Worship and Holy Baptism
Sun 15th 1100am Pet Service
1230pm Holy Baptism
Sun 22nd 1100am Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1030am Group Service of Holy Communion
SS Peter amp Paulrsquos Church Carbrooke Sun 8th 1030am All Age Worship
Sun 15th 1030am Holy Communion
Sun 22nd 1030am Lay Led Morning Worship
1230pm Holy Baptism
St John the Evangelist Church Ovington Thursdays 800am Said Holy Communion
Sun 8th 12 noon Pet Service
Sun 22nd 930am Lay Led All Age Worship
Breckles Caston Great Hockham Griston Merton Stow Bedon
Thompson
Worship Calendar August 2010
Sunday 1st August
1030 am United Holy Communion Thompson
Sunday 8TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Breckles
(Patronal Festival)
Sunday 15TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Gt Hockham
1030 am United Holy Communion Caston
Sunday 22ND August 900 am Holy Communion (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Gt Hockham
Sunday 29TH August
1030 am United Holy Communion Griston
Sunday 5TH September
1030 am United Holy Communion Stow Bedon
Our Pram Service Sunday Club amp WAY youth group
will resume in September
Enquiries The Revd Bob Nichols Tel (01953) 483222
Email revbobnicholsgmailcom
All Saints Church Threxton Sunday 1st August at 10 am
Scribble Pad
Across 7 One looking for riches (76) 8 Something to keep the claws in shape (8) 9 An assistant would be an idea (4) 10 Snap a biscuit for Christmas (7) 12 This clue might lead you the wrong way (5) 14 Fused fuse (5) 16 Feminine pronoun (7) 19 A phaser setting used by Captain Kirk (4) 20 A reserve supply to be drawn on (8) 22 but loose (553)
Down 1 A bright star from Avon (4) 2 Slopey writing (6) 3 infield pagan (7) 4 as chips said the chick (5) 5 Inherited (6) 6 Use this to change names (44) 11 Compared to a relation (8) 13 Earth shaking (7) 15 Of the coldest season (6) 17 How warm snow goes (6) 18 The sound of teddy bears (5) 21 Burn to charcoal (4)
PUZZLE CORNER
pound10 PRIZE CROSSWORD
Would you like to win a pound10 Voucher to spend Simply complete
the crossword on the right and drop it in to The Wayland News bin
at (or post it to) Adcocks 32 High Street Watton Norfolk IP25
6AE before the paper deadline All correct entries will be put into a
draw and the winner will receive a pound10 voucher to spend In the
event of any dispute the decision of the Editor will be final The
clues are a mix of cryptic and easy with one or two anagrams
thrown in just to make it more interesting
The correct solution will be published in the next issue
Last Month‟s Puzzle The winner of last month‟s pound10 prize was Mrs S Dockray of
Nelson Court Watton Well done Mrs Dockray
Thought for the month By Rev Barbara Winner Methodist Church Well the World Cup was disappointing for some of us and so
was Wimbledon There doesn‟t seem much to celebrate Or is
there
There was once a speaker who started off one of his talks by
showing everyone in the audience a pound50 note It was a crisp
new note He asked the room full of people who would like
the pound50 and it was no surprise that most hands went up He
then proceeded to crumple the note up in his hand and then
asked who still wanted it The hands stayed up Next he
dropped the note on the ground and started to grind the note
with his shoe When he picked it up it was dirty and
crumpled When he asked who still wanted it the hands stayed
up Well of course they did ndash just because it was crumpled
and dirty didn‟t prevent it being worth the pound50 just as it had
been in the beginning when he started his talk The note was
still of value ndash the value hadn‟t changed
We are in a time of change and cuts and we don‟t quite know
what‟s coming next But whatever cuts and changes come
however much we feel the effects our value as people has not
changed Life throws all sorts of things at us and we can end
up feeling crumpled and trodden on In God‟s eyes we are
loved and precious ndash valuable And no amount of cuts
changes and troubles will change this God‟s love for us is a
pure gift ndash it is not subject to cuts and change We read in the
Bible that God so loved the world that he gave his son that we
might have life And what‟s more it is a gift freely given
Now that really is worth celebrating
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 22 News
MOTs pound3500 VEHICLES FROM V 99 ONWARDS pound40 FOR OLDER VEHICLES
IVAN CHUBBOCK GARAGE SERVICES
SHIPDHAM
Tel 01362 820416
Has Your PC Slipped a Disc Netted a virus Mouse trapped and
wont work now
For all manner of computer repairs and support
Call Julian Horn on 01953 881885 ldquoSilver Surferrdquo support a speciality
SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEAS Hosted by St Maryrsquos Church in August
Sunday 15th August Christian Community Centre 230pm until 4pm All
welcome - please come along and bring family and friends
Watton United FC have begun
preparing for life in Anglian
Combination Division 1 by
appointing ex - Diss and Watton
player Paul Nicholls to assist with
training and match days whilst he
awaits his return to football from a
serious injury Manager Vince
Harwood has welcomed his return
to the club in a coaching capacity
and hopes his experience at a
higher level will improve the
young players currently at the club
Further changes behind the scenes
include the appointment of Ian
Hunt and Christian Hayward to
assist with running the reserve
team this season and they are
encouraging any new players to
attend training on Wednesday
nights at Watton Sports Centre
(7pm start)
The club has also arranged a number
of Preseason friendlies for the first
team all at home versus Watton
United 18s Dersingham Rovers
(Friday 6th August) and Thetford
Rovers (Wednesday 11th August)
kicking off at 645pm Their first
league fixture is a local derby away
at Wymondham Town on Tuesday
17th August
The reserves new management
team are looking forward to home
games against Thetford Rovers
Reserves (Wednesday 4th August)
and an unnamed team (Friday 13th
August) before their season starts
on Thursday 19th August away at
Mattishall Reserves All games
Kick off at 645pm
The club also have a number of
advertising opportunities available
this season with programme
adverts and advertising boards at
the ground all priced at pound50 for the
season Anyone interested should
contact Paul Woods on
07917361762 or email
infowattonunitedfccouk
Getting ready for the new season
For a small very rural bowls club
Ashill has exceeded all expectations
this year Our men reached the
quarterfinals of the Bales Cup and
Peter Bunn Colin Breeze Bob Hall
and Alan Willer reached the same
stage in the Norfolk County Fours The
men also lie 2nd in the Central North
Division just a half point behind
Thetford The ladies section not to be
outdone have also faired very well
Chris Bailey reaching the quarterfinals
of the County Unbadged Singles
before succumbing to an opponent
from Freethorpe she Inga Healy and
Jackie Taylor got to the quarterfinals of
the Coronation Cup and the latter two
and Sheila Malyon reached the semi-
finals of the County Triples before
being beaten by Diss at RG Carters
In the mixed competitions we
overcame Long Stratton Thetford and
Connaught (the latter two on their
home greens) to reach the semi-finals
of the Jermy Cup our opponents being
Freethorpe on Sunday 18th July at the
neutral green of Wymondham and just
recently we won the Coral Cup played
at Watton Bowls Club So far it has
been a very successful and enjoyable
season despite the vagaries of our
uncertain weather
Ashill Bowls Club minnows on a high
The sunny warm and dry weather
has turned parts of the course brown
but has made for some exciting golf
None more so than in the June
monthly medal when David Flack
playing off a handicap of 10 shot a
net 62 In the same competition
Martin Parker achieved a hole in 1
on the par three 12th hole which
made him very happy but led to a
large dent in his bank balance
Recent Stableford competition
winners were Tony Bonner Alan
Blythe Phil Barrall David Wakeford
and David Packard
Recent inter-club match results were
versus Eaton Away lost 2frac12 - 3frac12 V
Royal Cromer away lost 1frac12 - 4frac12 V
Costessey park at home lost 2frac12 -
3frac12 V Gt Yarmouth at home won
5frac12 - frac12
The Seniors Open was held on 1st
July and approx 50 players
representing 14 different clubs
played in a stableford competition It
was an excellent day enjoyed by all
and the winner was George Axten
from Kings Lynn A separate
competition for Richmond Park
members was won by David Adcock
Richmond Park Golf Club Senior Section
On Saturday 21st August at Ashill
rectory Garden there will be a Fun
BBQ from 4pm to 8pm Tickets are
just pound5 for adults and pound250 for
children and include BBQ Salads
and delicious desserts
We hope to raise enough money at
this event to fund another year of
education for children in Uganda
who we have supported for six years
Tickets are available from Ann Bunn
on 01760 440 150
Fun Barbecue for Ugandan Children
The Annual Summer Show will
be held on SATURDAY
AUGUST 7trade This is an
opportunity for residents of
Rocklands and the surrounding
area to exhibit Fruit and
Vegetables Flowers Cookery
Art and Handicrafts and for the
children to show off their skills
in various classes
Entries for the show are
accepted between 9am and
12noon with judging
commencing at 1pm Doors are
open to the public at approx
330pm Show Schedules are
available from Post Office
Stores Rocklands or Margaret
Lister
If you feel you would like to
take part in our Summer Show
and would like more
information contact Margaret
Lister on 01953 483417
Annual Summer Show at Rocklands
Celebrations Celebrations You are all warmly invited to join
us at Choral Evensong at St
Mary‟s Church Watton on
Sunday 1st August at 530pm for
a special service of prayer and
beautiful church music and
afterwards for tea and cake
This is a celebration as our church
choir is one of 67 choirs affiliated
to the Royal School of Church
Music in Norfolk
Do come and enjoy the music and
see for yourselves You may
even want to join us We are
always happy to welcome new
members to the Choir
Goods amp services - warranties Repairs for goods can be expensive and it is very
important that warranties provide adequate
protection Unfortunately Citizens‟ Advice Bureaux
continue to hear about clients whose warranties
have not been honoured Here are some of the cases
dealt with by Bureaux throughout the country
Bishops Waltham reported that a woman had
purchased a buggy for pound150 at Babies R Us in
May 2009 She noticed that the elbow joints were
becoming loose and she believed this was
dangerous as it could pinch a child‟s fingers She
took it back to Babies R Us in January 2010 and
they sent it back to the manufacturer which
returned it and stated that the bolts had been
tightened (despite the fact that the joints were
riveted not bolted) The elbow joints did initially
seem tighter but the problem soon reappeared and
so the client took the buggy back again and
complained Babies R Us refused to replace the
buggy but sent it to their quality assurance
department which stated that the problem was due
to wear and tear She asked to see the manager
and explained that the buggy was within the
warranty period and that she was most unhappy
that her child was in danger every time she used
it The manager walked away and would not
discuss it Other customers came up to her in the
store and said they had had similar experiences
Southend saw a man who had bought a second
hand van for about pound4000 from The Van Centre
He had taken it back to the trader twice within six
weeks of purchasing it because the engine kept
cutting out and the client believed it was not safe
to drive Despite the fact that the van was covered
by warranty The Van Centre refused to rectify
the problems The client was frustrated at having
been sold a faulty van and very annoyed that he
received no help when he returned it He was also
very anxious and worried about the safety of the
vehicle especially as he had two children who
travel with him at times
Sometimes failure to honour a warranty is
compounded by other unfair trading practices such
as pressure to upgrade the faulty goods to a more
expensive version or mis-selling of inappropriate or
unnecessary insurance Ash told us about a client
who had problems with a secondhand vehicle She
had purchased a car with a warranty from a local
dealer using a hire purchase agreement In the first
12 months the car suffered repeated electrical
problems which the dealer was unable to resolve
The offer of a courtesy car was not honoured
resulting in additional expense for the client When
the client refused to drive the car again the dealer
encouraged her to exchange it for a newer model
and refinance The client agreed but the finance was
refused as a result of a poor credit rating The client
was left locked in a finance agreement for a car
which she considered unroadworthy despite the fact
that it was under warranty
Southend saw a woman who had purchased a
treadmill from Argos for pound29999 Four months
later she purchased breakdown insurance for pound44
However when the equipment needed repairing
she was told by Argos that the insurance was not
valid because it was taken out more than 45 days
after purchase She was given a handwritten note
saying that the claim was rejected by the insurer
Allianz Kings for this reason and was told that
she could ask them to refund her premium No
other remedy was offered When the adviser rang
Allianz Kings they were told that the insurance
did not cover the fault because the goods were
within the manufacturers two year warranty
period and a claim should in fact be made on this
Allianz Kings said that this is what Argos had
told them and there was no mention of the issue
of when the insurance was purchased The client
was annoyed at Argos for failing to rectify the
situation and identify who was responsible She
was also frustrated that she had been sold and
had begun to pay for insurance which appeared to
be useless and unnecessary at least for the two
years of the warranty
If you think that you have been similarly affected by
consumer issues and you would like help and advice
then please call in to your local Bureau or you could
also contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or
use their website at wwwconsumerdirectgovuk
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Attleborough High in the Beach Volleyball Tournament
Three teams from Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre were
entered into the first Norfolk Beach
volleyball Tournament on Great
Yarmouth central beach This was the first
volleyball competition the school has
entered and there was an air of excitement
after some good practice sessions
Two U16 boys teams from Attleborough
High were entered into the 15 strong
league
Team 1 consisting of Richard Adelugba
Daniel Dean Matthew Brookson and Joe
Whiterod took a while to get use to the
sand losing their first game against Notre
Dame 17-9 Communication and
technique improved dramatically and the
Attleborough team went on to win against
Alderman Peel team 2 (25-9) Great
Yarmouth team 2 (23-11) and Oriel team
3 (20-17) The whole team worked well
together with excellent serving and
committed dives shown by all particularly
Richard saw Attleborough Team 1 sail
through to the play-off
Team 2 from Attleborough High consisted
of Callum Langstaff Jake Horscroft
Matthew Miller and Daniel Thompson
Some excellent combination play between
Callum and Jake saw this team win their
first game against Lynn Grove 19-11
Matthew put in some excellent serves in
the second game and Daniel‟s athletic
dives saw another win against Alderman
Peel team 3 (24-18) This team lost focus a
little towards the end and lost their final
two games against Oriel team 1 and Great
Yarmouth team 3 With two big wins to
start the tournament Attleborough team 2
managed to come 2nd in their group and
go into the play-off‟s
Team 1 played two teams to battle it out
for 1st 2nd and 3rd place Confidence was
boosted with great combinations of dig
set and smash to gain a win over
Alderman Peel team 1 (17-14) Next was
the unbeaten Oriel team 1 who always
took 3 touches to control and set up the
perfect smash was Attleborough found
hard to return
Final score here was 11-8 to Oriel
Attleborough Team 1 finished in 2nd
place out of 15 teams
Team 2 from AHS faced Notre Dame and
Oriel team 3 in their play-off and even
though excellent commitment was shown
to get even the slightest touch on the ball
two defeats left them in 6th place out of 15
One U16 girls team from Attleborough
High was entered consisting of Lauren
Willingham Annalise Gray Holly
Warren Ellie Philpott Sinead
Bollingbroke and Charlotte Ord The
girls team had 2 substitutes and took a
while to get use to the rotation of
positions The first game against
Alderman Peel 1 saw a closely contested
battle with some brilliant smashes from
Lauren but unfortunately the final
whistle blew at 17-16 to the opponents
With great determination and some
excellent set plays coming together from
Anna and Ellie the girls team went to
win three of their final games Caister
(19-16) Alderman Peel 4 (20-16) and
Lynn Grove (34-8)
Three out of four wins saw the
Attleborough High School girls through to
the grand final to play Notre Dame Even
though Sinead served brilliantly
throughout the team lost 48-21 leaving
Attleborough U16 girls to finish 2nd out
of 11 teams
Player from Watton United FC took
a break from the World Cup action
this month to try their hand on the
golf course at their 4th Annual Golf
Tournament on Friday 25th June
An impressive total of 23 x 4 man
teams competed this year The
competition comprised of 18 holes
under stableford rules with prizes
for the individual best score and
team score taking the best two
scores on each hole from each team
This year also saw the presentation
of the RICK NEAVE cup in
memory of Watton United‟s former
manager being awarded to the
highest scoring individual who has
played for Watton United FC and a
new award presented to the person
with the lowest overall round
The club were pleased to see a
number of current club members
taking part together with some
familar faces from the past including
ex Watton United Managers Tony
Shipp Bob Taylor and ex players
Andy Hunt Paul Jarvis Daryl
Woodward Andy Campbell and
Richard Spillman Ollie Applegate
Karl Pitcher all appearing in teams
for the first time
Winners were as follows
BEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE 1st B
Taylor (47 points) 2nd H Waters (46
points) 3rd D Rudling (45 points)gt
BEST TEAM SCORE 1st Team
Spillman (S Spillman R Spillman
D Rudling I Bonser (99 points) 2nd
Team Shipp (T Shipp G Rowlands
K Kitteridge T Lyons (97 points)
3rd Team Wordley (S Wordley R
Bailey P Legrice M Mace (95
points)
RICK NEAVE CUP Bob Taylor (47
Points)
LOWEST GROSS ROUND Paul
Matless (72 shots)
OTHER AWARDS Nearest The Pin
(Hole 3) - Jon Sproston Longest
Drive (Hole 9) - Stuart Livock
Longest Drive (Hole 13) - P Matless
Nearest The Pin (Hole 17) - Phil
Patience Wooden Spoon (Paul
Rayner)
The club would like to again extend
its thanks to thanks Simon Jessop at
Richmond Park Golf Club for
providing excellent hospitality
throughout the day and allowing the
club to put on this much needed
fundraiser each year Details of next
year‟s competition will available in
2011
Pictured are the winning team left to
right S Spillman D Rudling R
Spillman I Bonser
Watton Uniteds 4th Annual Golf Day
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on the field next to St Maryrsquos Church Car Park Saturday 21st August from 900am to 100pm
Raffle ~ Games ~ Cakes ~ Refreshments Car boot places at pound4 per car no need to book Please contact the Parish Office 01953 881252
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EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
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News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 9
Our annual School Fete and Family
Fun Evening in July was an immense
success our most profitable to date
Massive thanks go to the PTA
committee for organising this and
spending many weeks labouring over
the details Also a big thank you to all
members of staff parents pupils and
public who turned up to support the
event and to the many governors who
appeared in force to help set up and
man stalls It is a perennial problem of
ours being such a little school that we
have many wonderful ideas and too
few parents to enact them Finally
thanks are due to all the local
businesses which supported this event
with their generous donations of money
and prizes
The BBQ and noodle stand were
hugely popular as of course was the
bar Children enjoyed the inflatable
slide and bouncy castle bowling for the
pig duck fishing lucky dip and
everyone enjoyed the dancing karate
and guitar demonstrations Of course
there were heaps of other smaller stands
all providing much fun and succour It
was one of the hottest days of the
summer so far and this brought many
folk out to promenade around our local
village hall and a great evening
finished with live music from a local
group
Sports Day the following Wednesday
did not have quite such good weather
but that was a relief to all those
participating in the races as well as the
onlookers All pupils worked very hard
for their team and had great fun The
parents were particularly competitive in
the bdquotossing the pancake‟ race It was
very close between the teams this year
but congratulations are due to the Blue
team The entire school had a grand day
out at the Norfolk Show Staff and
helpers did an amazing job keeping
track of the children amongst so many
people The pupils completed lots of
school trails - the dancing sheep were
particularly popular We also visited the
Ben Burgess stand where the school
students were very fortunate to see an
exhibition of their own agricultural
artwork
The whole school attended the
dress rehearsal of the English
Youth Ballets production of
Sleeping Beauty at the end of
June For almost all children
this was their introduction to
this art form It was a
spectacular production - made
all the more because apart
from the principal dancers the
caste was made up of young
dancers from local dance
schools - including two pupils
from Great Ellingham In an
unusual and ingenious twist to
the traditional tale the fairies
(good and bad) were Princess
Auroras aunts and instead of
the thick forest growing around
the castle the 100 years sleep
was conceived of in terms of
cryogenics the characters
being preserved by being deep-
frozen
Finally the end of the school
year was celebrated in true
Rocklands style with a year six
leavers assembly and an all-
singing all-acting production
of Treasure Island We also bid
a very sad farewell to our head
teacher (and that of our
partnership school -Great
Ellingham) Cath Mills is off to
a well-deserved retirement but
if her travel plans are anything
to go by she will not be idle
Many many thanks Mrs Mills
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Rockland School news
Mr Mark Alcock and Mr Chris
Edwards newsagents with more
than 70 years‟ trading experience
between them are pleased to
announce the reopening of the
convenience store previously
known as Candy Cave under the
new name of Shipdham Stores
(trading as Ideal part of the Ideal
Group) Ideal are a cooperative
buying group for the independent
Newsagent and Convenience store
operator throughout the eastern
counties and ensure Ideal businesses
can compete with the supermarkets
by combining their buying power
The store will carry a wide range of
convenience food and groceries
together with newspapers
magazines and an off licence (from
late August) and will reopen
properly in early August They will
also be offering a full delivery
service for newspapers and
magazines to the Shipdham and
Bradenham area
Presently planned to be open from
6am to 8pm it will be run under the
management of Joss Gage whose
previous experience includes his
appointment as Waitrose‟s youngest
department manager in the UK and
also a year with Chris Edwards
Mr Edwards said ldquoMark and I are
delighted to have Joss managing
Shipdham Stores for us he really
understands what customer service
means and we pride ourselves
delivering the very highest
standardsrdquo
Mr Alcock said ldquoWe plan to put
Shipdham Stores at the very centre
of village life delivering quality
products with a quality service
Every single customer is the focus
of all that we dordquo
Mr Edwards added ldquoWe have long
experience of serving Norfolk
people with good value products
and regard every customer as a
friendrdquo
From Candy Cave to Shipdham Stores
It was some 40 years ago when Paul
purchased his first fish and chip shop
in deepest Suffolk 5 years later Steve
joined forces as a business partner and
together they have had fish and chip
shops in Norfolk (a few shops)
London Middlesex Surrey
Hertfordshire Essex and Suffolk
Finally they came back to Norfolk 22
years ago and spent 12 happy years at
Mattishall Fish Bar then they went to
Loddon and following a 2 year break
from the fat and fish due to health
reasons they then had a 2 year run
with a chippie in Norwich before they
had the opportunity to purchase a fish
and chip shop in Watton and the rest is
history
Paul said ldquoWhen we came to Watton
some 6 years ago we were made very
welcome and we would like to thank
each and every one of our customers
who has sampled our fish and chips
and who have become our friendsrdquo
ldquoWe built up such a busy fish and chip
shop serving what we believed was
the very best in good fish and chipsrdquo
As many readers now know Paul and
Steve have sold the bdquoWatton Plaice‟
because of the on-going cancer
treatment Steve is receiving
ldquoChemotherapy is not a very pleasant
treatment and to continue working a 12
hour day was becoming more and
more difficultrdquo
Paul continued ldquoIt was a very very
difficult decision for us to make to
leave a wonderful business with such
loyal customers but health has to come
before wealth and we know that this
chemo treatment Steve is having will
give him a welcome ray of sunshine
for the futurerdquo
ldquoUnfortunately until the exchange of
contracts and completion of the sale of
The Watton Plaice at the same time on
Monday 28th June we had no idea if it
would happen and could not let you
know because we didnt know
ourselves and we are sorry we couldn‟t
say goodbye to more of our friends
personallyrdquo
ldquoAs far as we are aware the new
owners are not changing our operation
and the fish and chips will be the same
so please give them your wonderful
support as you gave usrdquo
ldquoBoth Steve and I wish a heartfelt
thank you to each and every one of you
who were so very happy with our fish
and chips and became our friendsrdquo
There is one rather sad piece of news to
add Sophie Paul and Steve‟s cocker
spaniel sadly passed away with heart
failure on Tuesday 29th June
Farewell to the ldquoPlaicerdquo
We began our June meeting with a
minute‟s silence in memory of Jackie
Swain whose funeral had been in the
morning The main business
commenced amp
arrangements
were made for
the Safari Supper
on July 3rd
The speaker for
the evening was
Gerry Baxter on
ldquoThe Origins amp
Traditions of the
Pearly Kings amp
Queensrdquo The
first Pearly King
was Henry Croft
who left the
workhouse aged
13 to become a
road sweeper amp
rat catcher amp was
involved in the
Working Class
Movement He
decided to raise
money for the
poor when he
befriended a
group of
costermongers
who helped each
other in times of
trouble Henry
decided to dress
up so that when
he was raising money he would attract
the attention of the crowd The first
garment was a flat cap which he
decorated with pearl buttons which
were the cheapest they could buy Then
jackets trousers amp skirts were made
with special patterns of buttons on
them Soon hospitals churches amp
charities asked him to raise funds for
the needy so Henry asked the
costermongers to help Eventually all
the London Boroughs had a Pearly
King amp Queen To this day the title is
passed down through the family Henry
Croft‟s great ndash granddaughter is the
Pearly Queen of Somer‟s Town
Mr Baxter brought along several
garments including his daughter‟s
christening
gown All the
patterns had a
personal
meaning amp he
sews on
several
thousands of
buttons onto
each item We
were surprised
by the weight
of one of his
jackets
Because pearl
buttons are so
expensive amp
difficult to
find they are
re-cycled from
old outfits We
are hoping to
collect real
pearl buttons
amp send them
to him Mr
Baxter also
brought many
photos of past
amp present
Pearly
Families He
now lives in
Suffolk but still holds the title of
Pearly King of Streatham amp
continues to raise money for charity
Betty Campbell gave the vote of thanks
for a most interesting amp fascinating
evening which was appreciated by the
members
The result of the competition for a pair
of pearl earrings was -
1) Judith Adam 2) Brenda Spencer
Next month it will be an Open
Evening when the speaker is Peter
Cook on ldquoMedieval Norwichrdquo The
competition is the oldest newspaper
Attleborough WI
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 10 Gardening
Gardening in Navasota Texas with Helen Quinn Pictured this month is one of the
loveliest flowering trees in this area is
the Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia
indica) It is now available in a
variety of pinks lavenders and reds
and sizes range from miniature to
compact mid-size to large Some of
them have a wonderfully interesting
bark with hues of cinnamon silvery-
grey or light brown some patterned
and some with a peeling
characteristic The Crape Myrtle
Aphid loves this tree and people often
wonder what the sticky substance is
that sometimes drips from the leaves
ndash simply put it is honeydew that
passes through the aphid‟s body after
it feeds Crape Myrtles are often
planted around car parks in the
dividing beds posing a very sticky
problem to anyone who parks under
one They grow so well here that the
ldquobig townrdquo up the road College
Station has designated itself as the
Crape Myrtle Capital of Texas
Sometimes it grows too well and
becomes a pest with far-reaching
underground suckers producing
unwanted trees
The figs are in This year I have the
best crop in quite some time and I‟m
managing to keep up with the birds
and squirrels The variety I have is
ldquoTexas Everbearingrdquo
and true to its name it
will probably have a
couple more fruit
crops before the
weather starts to get
cold The fruit is small but oh-so-
sweet My Farmers Market customers
are very happy to see Fig Jam at last
Figs are thirsty trees so all the rain
we have had with various tropical
storms and distant hurricanes has
been very much to their liking
Another bonus is that in several
places where the branches have
touched the ground there are quite a
few well rooted self-layered young
fig trees People often ask where they
can buy this variety of fig tree and I
have just the place to find them new
homes in the autumn
Speaking of hurricanes it always
amazes me how a storm making
landfall 400 ndash 500 miles to the west
can produce so much rain here The
Gulf Coast from Galveston down to
the Mexican border has been
inundated several times already this
year and many streets in Houston
have been under water on a regular
basis We are inland here (about 70
miles northwest of Houston) so are
usually spared much of the worst of
these storms The grass needs to be
cut twice a week now thanks to the
unusual amount of rain for the time
of year There is definitely a case to
be made for exploring turf grass
alternatives because by the time the
heavy night dew has dried off it is
too hot to push a lawnmower This is
a good time to stay inside and make
dream changes to the landscape ndash in
my case to find a way to eliminate a
lot of the foliage plants in the shade
to help cut down on the mosquito
population Not only do they make
life unpleasant with their voracious
feeding frenzies but some of them
transmit an often fatal disease called
West Nile Virus
Tomatoes are shutting down They just
don‟t set fruit once the night time
temperatures exceed 70F (21C) The
experts advise against trying to carry
the large fruited varieties through to
autumn but with a little pruning they
will produce again once the
temperatures drop Some years we are
still picking tomatoes at Christmas
Small fruited varieties usually do much
better except they grow so large that it
is not unusual to have 10ft vines
climbing all over everything else I like
the Italian ldquopasterdquo type tomatoes such
as Roma or Viva Italia Aubergines
and Peppers especially the hot
Jalapentildeos and even hotter Habaneros
thrive in the hottest weather as long as
they are watered The strawberries are
about done too but they have produced
dozens of runners with happy little
baby plants rooting all over the place
(even in the lawn) Most of the herbs
are thriving except for a few
Mediterranean types which are
protesting against the high humidity
The countdown to cooler weather
begins ndash only two more months to go
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August - holidays dog days of
summer silly season in the press I‟m
writing this on St Swithin‟s Day and
right now it‟s a monsoon Wellies out
for August if you believe the legend
Nothing much happens in the average
garden in August so they say Many
experts will tell that this is the month
for sitting back and enjoying the
fruits of your spring and early
summer labours and if you grow veg
it‟s harvest time They also bemoan
the fact that most of the flowers are
over Since I am no expert I agree
with most of what they say except
that sitting back never seems to be an
option in my garden They never told
the weeds for a start These tough
plants big and small thrived in the
July heat wave when all else fried
drooped or just plain gave up They
went from seedlings to seeding in two
weeks flat so now their descendants
will be there for years One year‟s
seed is seven years‟ weed according
to legend Probably true
As far as a barren month for flowers
goes this is simply not as true as it
may have been some years ago I
have done a very small trawl as to
what‟s available to flower from now
until at least autumn and the choice is
staggering All it needs is a bit of
forward planning with succession in
mind Failing that look at garden
centres nurseries market stalls and
car boot sales for what‟s in flower
Annuals like calendula nigella and
cornflowers will keep going until
frosted but will have set seed and will
return next year I am told that self-
sown sweet peas are earlier and
stronger than those sown either in
October or spring and carefully
nurtured Back to August One of the
best and showiest plants is the
Agapanthus family Some are fully
hardy and some not so it‟s a good
idea with anything that flowers at this
time of year to check labels Fully
hardy usually means down to -15c
frost hardy down to -5c and half-
hardy down to 0c Alchemilla mollis
(lady‟s mantle) is not supposed to be
hardy but mine reappeared after the
hard winter this year It also seeds
about and the seedlings will appear
next year It‟s either a generous plant
or a nuisance The Japanese
Anemone is supposed to be fully
hardy liking full sun or semi-shade
The heat saw mine off Next time
they‟re going in the shade Ceanothus
is an interesting family of plants The
usual ones flower in spring and are
hardy Most people I know lost the lot
in the winter as well as the hebes
However I have come across a
variety of Ceanothus called
bdquoAutumnal Blue‟ that flowers August
to October There‟s also good old-
fashioned Buddleja that seems to be
bomb-proof and I was surprised to
see a listing of 16 different varieties
There are lots of clematis even the
large-flowered ones in bloom from
August onward It is possible to have
clematis in flower every day of the
year admittedly some of them need
either protection or a mild climate
Another old favourite is Astrantia
Originally the Major only was
available in greenish white They
have become so popular in the last 20
years or so that they are now
available in shades of white through
to deepest red and all are good bdquodoers‟
as far as hardiness and ability to stand
up to most of the weather thrown at
them Then we get to crocosmia
(montbretia when I was a kid) - all
shades of red orange and yellow
dahlias (need a separate article) and
some roses will keep going till
November or even Christmas if the
weather is mild and they have shelter
Apart from shopping there‟s still
work to be done Lawns still need
cutting not too short if it‟s dry but
even then if they go brown grass will
recover nine times out of 10 Feed
containers and even tired border
perennials with a liquid tomato food
each week to encourage them to
bloom into the early autumn Keep
picking flowers to encourage more
Alpines that have developed bare
patches of die-back or have become
weedy can be tidied up by in-filling
the patches with gritty compost This
will encourage new growth as well as
improving their appearance
Collect and store seed of hardy
annuals and perennials for sowing
later in the autumn Good plants to try
include Calendula Nigella Cerinthe
Poppies Aquilegia and hardy
Geranium Apart from the hardy
Geraniums all these will happily do
this for you all by themselves
Buy or order spring-flowering bulbs
Some bulbs can be planted now such
as Colchicum daffodils and Madonna
lilies Most of the spring catalogues
are out now making it feel like
autumn
It‟s necessary to keep a check on
pests - spray if you use chemicals but
do this only according to the
manufacturer‟s instructions but for
the organic pick off caterpillars go
on slug and snail hunts and net
against butterflies I know they‟re
pretty but to see cabbages and
broccoli covered in caterpillars is a
nightmare They seem to hatch
overnight all at once even if you
thought you‟d wiped out the little
clusters of yellow eggs I know it
happened to my purple sprouting last
year Net time
It‟s a good time to make a plan for
next year and start thinking about any
seeds you may want Those
catalogues will be on the mat very
soon along with all those Christmas
ones you don‟t want
In your garden with Lotta Potts
Tomato - Tomayto
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Gardening Mid-Norfolk Times Page 11
A meeting was held at the Old
Buckenham Church Rooms on
Saturday 26 June to set up the Old
Buckenham Allotment Society
Eighteen people attended and it was
agreed that Tim Bornett would chair
this inaugural meeting
It was formally agreed to establish an
Old Buckenham Allotment Society
and discussion took place on its
function and its purpose
The Society is to be open to all
individuals who live in the
parish or immediate
neighbourhood and who
have an interest in
allotments or wish to
obtain a plot in the future
Some basic rules were
adopted after further
discussion and debate As
the proposed constitution
would allow the rules to be
amended if at least half of
all members agreed it was
decided to adopt a bdquowait
and see‟ approach to any
rule changes
The following were
elected as officers Tim
Bornett would be
chairman Keith Hodgson
secretary and Tom North
treasurer
The meeting agreed to
seek affiliation to the
National Allotment and
Leisure Society and the
secretary would write to
the Parish Council
informing them of the
formation of the society
There was general debate
on the provision of
allotments in the Parish
and it was agreed to write
to the Parish Council
asking for their working
party on allotments to
meet more often and
provide feedback
Decisions on who would
run the allotments would
await model rules from the
National Allotment and
Leisure Society and an
agreement with the Parish
Council A person wanting
an allotment does not
necessarily have to belong
to Old Buckenham
Allotment Society Some two acres
of land would be needed to provide
up to 18 plots and there was
discussion on the suitability of
possible sites including the provision
of water and access to the plots
It was agreed that members would
pay pound5 as a joining fee and that the
treasurer would collect this at the
next meeting which would be held
on Monday 12 July Courtesy
httpoldbuckenhamblogspotcom
Flowers gardens good company and
a tasty lunch were enjoyed in
glorious weather by members and
friends at the July meeting held in
Joy Tunmores garden Wearing
buttonholes everyone strolled round
the garden for a plant identification
quiz sweet peas were judged and
plants sold
Competitions - Best Corsage was
worn by Sue Blackett Jane Cannells
sweet peas were placed first and
Shirley Betts had the most points in
the plant identification quiz
Next Meeting will be held on 12th
August 2010 at Old Buckenham
Village Hall 2 pm when The Girls
will be arranging from Whats in the
Box
The competition is for an
arrangement in a box and the table
show is for three stems of hot colour
from the border
Visitors are always very
welcome Further details
from Pat 01953 457305
or Sally 01953 788712
The Attleborough amp District
Horticultural Society annual Rose
amp Sweet Pea Show was held as
usual in the beautiful surroundings
of Peter Beales Rose Gardens and
the glorious summer evening
encouraged a good turnout of
members and guests
The award for the Best Rose
Exhibit and the Peter Beales
Trophy went to Ray Snow who
also won the award for the Best
Rose Bloom The Best Sweet Pea
Exhibit and the Len Revell Trophy
was won by Jan Delaney who also
took the prize for the Best Sweet
Pea Stem Sally Westrup took the
awards for the Best Flower
Arrangement and also Best
Photograph
Prior to the presentation of prizes
by the mayor of Attleborough there
was a tribute to Jackie Swain
whose sudden and untimely death
is a great loss not only to
the Society of which she
was vice-chairman but
also to many other
organisations in the local
area She worked
tirelessly behind the
scenes and was always
happy to help out in any
way she possibly could
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Sowing the seeds of an Allotment Society
Our June meeting was entertained by
Jim Paine our speaker for the
evening I met him as he brought in
the first of a number of crates
containing a variety of plants to
illustrate his talk entitled bdquoRight
Plant Right Placebdquo We had to find a
second large table to accommodate
all the bdquoprops‟ for his talk and these
were so large he almost disappeared
behind them Jim started with a brief
resume of what he and his Rocklands
Walnut Tree Nursery do and the
ideas behind their aims Established
in 1998 with partner Clare Billington
Walnut Tree is a traditional nursery
not a garden centre and they raise all
their own plants including trees from
seed with 1000-1250 different
species available through the year
This perfectly describes his principle
that plants should be centre stage in a
garden not the hard landscaping and
decking that can look so tired after a
relatively short while I don‟t think he
cares much for decking They also
use their own garden to demonstrate
the development of plants over a
period of years and have joined with
other nurseries in a marketing co-
operative which operates throughout
Norfolk and we collected some of
their leaflets As they are not in
competition customers get a well-
organised service to set up their
gardens either from scratch or just to
find a plant to solve a particular
problem We were advised to visit
gardens as well as taking information
from books and the media Take a
notebook and camera as well to see
what works and why and then add
lists to your garden plans
Herbaceous borders are labour-
intensive but there again so is grass
if grown properly and far more
satisfaction can be gained from as
wide a border as possible I don‟t
think he cares much for grass either
A good tip also is to try and avoid
using one plant - this can give a
bdquodotty‟ impression so restricting the
palette and using blocks of plants
repeatedly gives more rhythm
So we get from the set up to the aim
of making each garden work for its
owner in terms of understanding
plant ecology and the micro-climate
involved Each garden may well have
some parts in full sun some in part
shade and some in full shade such as
under trees or shrubs There may also
be different moisture levels and
acidityalkalinity levels Equally an
open windy site can be transformed
over the years into a sheltered one as
plants grow so a garden is constantly
evolving So much for the science
Jim then showed us the selection of
plants he had brought Each of them
demonstrated the principles of how to
get the right one in its preferred
setting to do well He really got the
bit between his teeth on this as it is so
important for the customer to achieve
the desired effect He showed us that
hostas and similar broad leafed plants
need some shade as they lose so
much water through their leaves in
transpiration However modern
varieties have been bred to tolerate
sun provided their roots are in moist
soil At the opposite end of the scale
he showed us that pinks have narrow
grey leaves that are covered in tiny
hairs to trap any moisture going and
these and similar upright plants will
be best suited to dry sunny
conditions Another example of this
is the lychnis (woolly lambs‟ ears)
which also has silvery-grey leaves
that feel as though they are made of
felt These self-seed freely and are
well suited to gravel gardens as well
as herbaceous borders If self-seeders
work for you they‟ll help with the
rhythm effect of creating blocks
down the borders all by themselves
Some plants are more robust than
others Astrantia for instance prefers
some shade but will tolerate full sun
as will hardy geraniums
Many of the spring flowering shrubs
and bulbs tend to be happiest in a
woodland area so they can flower and
set seed before the canopy closes
over Think rhododendrons and
bluebells They then have time to
bulk up ready for next year‟s display
Later flowering plants for shade can
have architectural leaves such as
heucherella epimedium brunnera
These all have beautiful leaves
followed by tall stems with dainty
flowers The saxifrage and dicentra
families prefer moist conditions but
will tolerate dry and hate water
logging in winter
After a question and answer session
we were allowed to buy the plants
Jim had brought and the design
element of avoiding impulse buying
went straight out of the window I
don‟t know how Jim packs so much
information into an hour I am sure
he will be receiving more visitors
as a result One other thing to bear
in mind Walnut Tree is local so
from an environmental point of
view the furthest the plants will
travel is from the nursery to your
garden with advice thrown in Beats
the ones that arrive from the
continent in large lorries to sheds
doesn‟t it
The mini-show was bdquoA Floral
Arrangement in an Unusual
Container‟ and was won by Ralph
Kinsley with three cream
Zantedeschias (calla lilies) in a
banana That‟s sure unusual Ralph
Second was Violet Simmons with a
display of dainty spring flowers
contrasting nicely with a walking
boot
Third went to Geoff Twelftree with a
teapot
There was nothing to choose between
the last two entries so HC went
jointly to Mary Marriott with a giant
teacup and saucer and Jackie
Priestley with a decorative mini
watering can
It was nice to see all the entries
colour-coded with the containers
We finished as usual with Geoff‟s
Tips for July including feed and
spray roses tie in wandering stems of
climbers plant hardy cyclamen and
summer prune wisteria
Bradenham amp District Horticultural Society
Breckland Flower and Garden Club
Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 12 News
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On Thursday 15th July the
whole of Watton Westfield
Infant amp Nursery School
followed a carousel of activities
for a very healthy day
Norwich City Football Club sent
along some trainers from
bdquoFootball in the Community‟
and the children took part in a
penalty shootout competition
The winning children will
receive trophies footballs kit
and everyone will receive a
certificate for participating
The dental nurses brought their
special crocodile puppets so the
children could see how to care
for their teeth They provided lot
of fun
Later everyone had to solve
riddles and follow on exercise
trail around the lovely school
grounds to collect treasures
(pictured below)
In the hall the pupils did jump
rope aerobic activities to keep
their hearts healthy
Also Mr George a well-known
local chef and parent governor
taught the children how to make
fruit kebabs The children tasted
fruit they had never tried before
The whole day culminated with
bdquoA Big Thank you Assembly‟
when everyone sang a rousing
version of the Westfield Healthy
Song
It was an exhausting but
thoroughly enjoyable day The
school would like to thank
everyone who helped to make
the day a great success
Healthy School Day at Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School
Key to Pictures
Top left Kieron Phoenix
reaching new heights in
the skipping exercise
Top right Lewis Pinkney
scoring a terrific penalty _
a future England Player
perhaps
Mid Left Ibbi Ivory
showing how the girls are
just as good as the boys at
penalties
Mid Right Josh Stadius-
Horn cornering like Lewis
Hamilton in the
playground
Left Left - Beau-Kerry
Bonner (touching yellow
bowl) Right - Abbie
Dennis (fruit on stick)
enjoying the fruits of the
labours of local chef Mr
George
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 13
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Children Always Welcome
By Edith Pleasance
The spell of lovely weather we are
enjoying as I write this takes me back
to the hot Summer days of my
childhood One incident I shall never
forget was the time our mother took us
three children for a rare day at the
seaside
We were up and about early to pack
our swimsuits and cheese sandwiches
together with a slice each of Mum‟s
fruit cake to sustain us A bottle of
lemonade with a couple of chipped
cups all packed into a straw bag and
we were ready to go
Our walk to the nearest beach took
around forty minutes then came the
usual argument about which square
yard of the front we would occupy Ma
preferred the top end near the wall
while we kids wanted to be as near the
water‟s edge as possible As usual we
split the difference and settled
somewhere in the centre An old piece
of blanket was spread on the sand
while Tom our eldest fetched a deck
chair for our mum to sit in which
would cost her threepence for the full
day when the deckchair collector came
around Then we children were ready
to enjoy our outing
As the eldest girl I was given the task
of looking after two-year-old Joey (a
right little handful Ma called him) We
had our jamjar with string around the
neck to form a handle and headed for
the rocks which though slippery were
fairly shallow and had many crystal-
clear pools where we gathered to stir
the pebbles and seaweed with many
squeals of delight to reveal the
treasures that the tide had left To the
opposite side of the beach the cliffs
rose high above and sometimes we
would see the older children attempting
to scale them However we were given
strict instructions to keep well away
and stay on the left
After some time our mum beckoned us
in to eat and drink our picnic We were
proudly showing her our bdquocatch‟ of a
couple of minute crabs and an
assortment of tiny anemones we also
had a length of bladderwrack that we
loved to press to make it crack We
suddenly became aware of people
shouting and running towards the
cliffs bdquoSome fool has got himself stuck
halfway up‟ said Ma bdquonot the first and
won‟t be the last I‟ll wager‟
The rest of that day was enjoyed with
us kids running in and out of the rising
tide and practising our doggy paddle
until at around four o‟clock we were
rounded up dried off and ready for the
walk home which somehow always
seemed longer and more tiring than the
outward journey
News of any sort quickly buzzed
around our village by word of mouth
but it wasn‟t until the following
morning that Ma Taylor from next
door brought the local daily
newspaper to show the headline
reading ldquoTwo children drowned after
falling from the cliffs at Petitorrdquo They
were brother and sister to a large
family living on our estate where
everybody knew everyone else
Apparently a toddler had run away
from his older sister when in trying to
catch and hold on to him both
stumbled and fell down the cliff face to
plunge into deep water and drowned
The thought that we were enjoying
ourselves on the beach just yards from
where those two kiddies died clawing
at the rocks fighting for their lives will
stay in my memory for ever
---o0o--- Edith Pleasance copy 030710
A Seaside Memory Customer Services on the road Not a bdquoone stop shop‟ but a bdquoone
stop bus‟ will be pulling into
Breckland villages in the next few
weeks
Breckland Council in partnership
with Poultec training has launched
a new mobile service to bring
access to services out into local
communities The eye-catching bus
is equipped with the very latest
satellite technology so residents
who use it will experience exactly
the same speedy access to services
as callers to the main Council
customer service centres
At the One Stop Bus you can get
advice support and information
about Council services This may
be about Council Tax or Benefits -
or you may want to book a bulk
collection or report a missed refuse
collection Service Connectors will
be available on Thursdays and
Fridays and the last Wednesday of
every month and are committed to
helping the all customers The bus
will be making a number of regular
stops around the district and details
of the times and locations will be
available on the Breckland Council
website
Councillor Adrian Stasiak said
ldquoWe really want to put customer
service in the spotlight and
encourage people to access council
services The bus and the one stop
shops are just some of the ways in
which we are taking our services to
people around the districtrdquo
Services delivered in complete
privacy include
Applications for and enquiries
about Housing and Council Tax
Benefits
Payments for Council services
(including Council Tax) using
debit
Requesting a bulky waste
collection or
Reporting an abandoned vehicle
Telephone and website access will
also be available to specialist
advisers in
The Citizens Advice Bureau
Norfolk County Council
Plus many other partner agencies
Edward Bales Managing Director
of Poultec said ldquoWe are very
pleased to be working in
partnership with Breckland and this
supports the vocational skills work
we are already doing with schools
and in the wider community
ldquoVocational skills are all about
raising aspirations and this will
enable us to help more people
further their skills and give
themselves a brighter futurerdquo
Visit our website for further details
of the one stop bus and details of
locations and times of when and
where you can visit the bus ndash
wwwbrecklandgovuk
one_stop_bus
Friday 6 August 10 - 12Noon
Saham Toney (Community Centre)
2pm ndash 4pm Great Ellingham
(Outside shop and Post Office)
Friday 13 August 10 - 12Noon Old
Buckenham Village Hall 2pm ndash
4pm New Buckenham The George
Pub
Thursday 19 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Swanton Morley Village Hall 2pm
ndash 4pm Bawdeswell Village Hall
Friday 20 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Weeting Village Hall 2pm ndash 4pm
Mundford Village Hall
Wednesday 25 August 10 ndash
12Noon Thetford Abbey Car park
2pm ndash 4pm Hockham Village Hall
Thursday 26 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Shipdham Village Green 2pm ndash
4pm Mattishall Village Hall
Friday 27 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Banham Community Centre 2pm
ndash 4pm East Harling Market
Square
Adrian Stasiak Executive Member
for Communicates and Benefits at
Breckland Council with Edward
Bayles Managing Director of
Poultec and members of the One
Stop Bus team
Mornin ter orl onya or iffen yewre
hed yer dinna thas artanoon ter orl
onya
Spect yor well inta yer nu teartas by
now thar cummin up orlrite spite not
hevin a lot o rearn
Cos Horry he say his bin diggin
hissun fer wicks we dornt set a lotta
stor by his tearls tho
Tha ole Willuj Horl hed a meetin
larst wik n Horry n me thort we‟d
jine in
Blarst tha ole mawtha inna tha chare
gissus a rare ole luk n she say ldquoWot
yew tew duin in hare tha meetin is
privaterdquo ldquoThas orl riterdquo say Horry
ldquoWe sharnt lissen ter wot yewre a
sayinrdquo I rekoned we orta sit tite cos
ware bin hare a lotlonga than har n
tha ole football warnt wuth wotchin
nither
Tha ole kermitee ware a clakin on fer
a fare wile an Horry sorta gin ter
snor but as sune as thar torked about
anutha o tha gret ole grub nites He
wos up onna his feet wolunteerin ter
tearst orl tha offrins jist in cearse tha
doont mit tha rite standuds
Tha ole Chearwumon she giv Horry
wun o tha luks wott‟l bun worta she
say ldquoYew et moost of ennyonus larst
time yew grate ole pig yew rekkun
yew shud be barred fra orl ower
doo‟s yew allus cors a hellup dew
yew siddown a kipya clacka shutrdquo
Well tha sorta put Horry in his
plearce fer a while
Summonem rekkun‟d we orta hev
one o tha bottle banks meark a bit a
munny for tha horl
Cos thet gotta tha ole chearwumon a
garpin at us tew she sed atween us
we cud fill tha thing up inna coupla
daze I dint no wot she ware a gittin
at cos I allus teark my ole bottles
back to tha pub tha lanlord gissus
tuppence fer evra bottle mindyew I
git tha feelin thet he shuv tuppence
onna a pint o mild ony I doont offen
git a rownd in since tha furrinas
mooved inta tha Big Horl up tha
rood yew ony hev to ware a dutty
ole cap n stic a bitta straw in ya gob
n luk sorta dwany n thars a baer onna
tha tearble
Anyways the Horl Kermitee hev
agreed to hev a gret ole grub nite
sune Horry sekunded thet mowshun
n I thurded it but we wus towd to
keep ower nooses owt tha horls
bisness Tha kermitee‟ll hefta arsk
tha cowncil abowt gittin wun o tha
bottle banks cos thet mite wont
plannin permishun
I shull tell yew orl abowt ower posh
grub nite anutha time thas time for
my fourses
Dew yew keep a troshin Sid
The Ovington Crower
Watton Town Council owns and
runs a community bus which is
used by the elderly and disabled at
the discretion of the council
The bus is used on a weekly basis
Monday to Friday to transport
elderly residents from their homes
to the Wayland Luncheon Club
This service is a vital part of some
resident‟s lives enabling them to
enjoy a meal and socialise It is
primarily for those who may have
become isolated for a variety of
reasons
The Council relies on volunteers to
drive the bus and although we now
have regular drivers to cover the
five days we are looking for
volunteers who would be prepared
to cover for holidays and sickness
so you if you can spare a few hours
per week on an occasional basis at
short notice we would be pleased to
hear from you
Contact the Town Clerk ndash Jacqui
Seal on 01953 881007
WANTED Community Bus Drivers
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 14 News
Two bumper cheques for Chairman Charity
Two bumper cheques for pound1136 have
been presented to Diabetes UK and
Cancer Research UK by Cllr John
Rogers previous Chairman of
Breckland Council
The money was raised through a
variety of fundraising events which
Cllr Rogers has held this year
including an auction and raffle held at
the Chairman‟s reception and Clerk to
Watton Town Council Jacqui Seal
held a garden party and raised pound22000
which she kindly donated to the
Chairman‟s charity
The presentation took place at the
Watton Pentecostal Church on Harvey
Street in Watton during the regular
monthly meeting of the Watton and
District Support Group for Diabetes
The group meet once a month on the
second Monday of very month and
have been meeting for four years
Receiving the cheques were Paul Fleet
area volunteer manager who accepted
on behalf of Cancer Research UK Paul
said ldquoCancer Research UK is the
leading independent funder of cancer
research in Europe We are almost
entirely funded by the public with very
little government funding Without the
generosity and dedication of our
supporters we would not be able to
continue to make progress against
cancer The donation from Cllr Rogers
and Breckland Council is very much
appreciated and will go a long way in
funding our continued work in the fight
against cancer
Ron Thompson accepted the cheque on
behalf of Diabetes UK and said the
funds would be used to fund holidays
for children with diabetes
Ron commented ldquoDiabetes UK has
been organising family weekends and
children‟s holidays for many years We
are very pleased to accept the cheque
on behalf of the Eastern Region for
Diabetes UKrdquo
Cllr Rogers said ldquoI am so pleased to be
able to present these cheques to two
hardworking and worthwhile charities
that I have supported over the past year
ldquoCancer Research‟s groundbreaking
work into the prevention diagnosis and
treatment of cancer has helped save
millions of lives This work is funded
entirely by the public which is why
fundraising events are so important
ldquoThere are three million people in
the UK living with diabetes and
20000 children in the UK have
diabetes We have had many
fundraising events this year to help
Diabetes UK continue our work to
improve the lives of people with
diabetes
Cllr Rogers Ron Thompson and members of the Watton and District support group for Diabetes UK
Attleborough High School and Sixth
Form Centre Geography teacher Joel
Rodker has earned the exciting
opportunity to experience cutting-edge
environmental research work on an
expedition to Belarus this summer
Earlier this year Earthwatch the
international environmental charity
invited UK-based secondary level
teachers of geography science and
citizenship to apply to join its
expedition Belarus Wetlands from 2-
11 August 2010
Joel who is also the school‟s Lead
Teacher for the Environment is one of
eight successful applicants who will be
helping Earthwatch scientists to find
effective ways of conserving the
unique wetlands of Belarus hiking to
sampling sites to collect data which
will help the scientists to select
wetlands which are in need of
protection
Wetlands in Belarus make up 14 per
cent of the country Particularly
threatened and little-studied are the
oligotrophic (low nutrient) or bdquoraised‟
bogs which are the focus of the Belarus
Wetlands research project Bogs are
extremely important as they improve
the gas composition of the atmosphere
carry out climate regulation and
regulate water flows on the surface and
within the soil
Experienced facilitators will help Joel
and the other teachers to link the
research and their experiences on the
project to the curriculum On his return
to Attleborough High Joel will use his
new knowledge to inform the learning
of the students at the school The
teachers on the project will work
together to devise educational
resources for use in the classroom and
these resources will be made available
for others to use
Speaking about the trip Joel Rodker
said ldquoThis is a very special opportunity
to visit a fascinating environment meet
like-minded people and learn a huge
amount in a short space of time I want
to inspire our students to do similar
things I intend to share my
experiences with the staff and students
at Attleborough High and also to
demonstrate links between the
protection of important ecosystems in
Belarus and looking after the
environment in our own community
for example the impact on the
environment of the school wildlife
pond we are in the process of creatingrdquo
The 2010 Earthwatch educator
expedition to Belarus is kindly
supported by ICAP and the Garfield
Western Foundation To find out
how you can join an Earthwatch
expedition in 2010 call +44 (0)1865
318831 or visit
wwwearthwatchorgeurope
Local teacher to become a hero for the planet on an Earthwatch expedition
President beryl Brannan presided
over the first meeting of the new
Inner Wheel year She welcomed
Ann Akister‟s visitor Jenny
Bickerton from Canterbury and
everybody else Special mention for
Angela Rowlings our newest
member whom Beryl inducted to our
group Angela is a Honorary
Member
Our meeting held at the home of
Karen Barwood was an exotic
demonstration of Belly Dancing
Allison Dickson Sheila Harwood
and Karen Barwood all performed for
us in full flowing costume The
movements to music were elegant
and peaceful and full of emotion
which is more than can be said when
we were asked to join in General
wobbling of body parts was about all
we could muster but it entertained
those who elected to watch Karen
Sheila and Allison were thanked by
Beryl for an unusual but appreciated
evening
The Strawberry Tea raised pound64460
and 88 people attended the money
will go to UNICEF
The visit to Kew Gardens was very
enjoyable and the boat trip was
blessed with a wonderful breeze
giving a good finish to the day many
thanks to Brenda Davis for
organising everything in her usual
efficient manner
We are having a stall at the Wayland
Show and will be pleased to see you
all there
Future events include a lunchtime
concert with the Breckland Breeze
Wind Quartet on Septmber 15th and
on the 1st October a Barn Dance at
the Queens Hall
The Raffle with three prizes was won
by Ann Akister Peggy Barley and
Beryl Brannan We had a very
enjoyable evening amidst friends
The Inner Wheel Club of Watton
Letter to the Editor Thank you for printing an article in
your June issue on St Marys Church
Houghton on the Hill I am writing
to ask if any of your readers would
enjoy helping in the garden or
welcoming visitors to the church I
love this church and the peace that
surrounds it when I lived in
Swaffham I used to go regularly and
help in the garden that surrounds the
church unfortunately I now live in
Cromer so I can only go once a
month or so Last week when I
visited I was told that they were short
of volunteers so if you can spare and
hour or two a weekmonthevery now
and then please phone Bob Davey on
01760 440470 Dee Roye
This is the first in a series of little
anecdotes written by a good old
Norfolk boy (but not written in
Norfolk for the sake of all them old
infiltrators)
Do you remember the vets off
Watton High Street - up Worms
Yard I used to own a big old dog -
I was often seen walking him
around Watton That was before the
days of poo bags and red litter
bins Anyway I woke up one
morning and read the obituaries in
the EDP to make sure it was OK to
get out of bed and went down to
take the dog for an early morning
walk He gave me a bit of a shock
because he had gone all cross eyed
I thought I had better take him to
the vets and walked him down to
the surgery Fortunately the vet
could see him right away so I took
him in and the vet picked him up
looked into his eyes and had a good
look round him
Im going to have to put him
down he said
Well I said tears welling up
Thats a bit of a shock I will be
very sorry to see him go especially
because hes only gone cross-eyed
No you daft br the vet said
Hes heavy
Wilfson remembers
Lee Higgs of Edwards
Newsagents Watton
ldquoYour Ideal Shoprdquo makes a
presentation to Lucy
Vallerine who has recently
been judged to be the most
reliable and accurate News
Delivery person out of
more than sixty juvenile
staff employed by Edwards
Newsagents
Edwards presently deliver
newspapers and magazines
to over two thousand homes
across the Wayland area
and speaking of Lucy‟s
contribution to the excellent
service offered by Edwards
Lee Higgs said ldquoLucy has
been employed for 8
months and has never
missed a day or been late I
have great pleasure in
making this presentation
recognising her hard workrdquo
Well done Lucy
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 15
By David and Carolyn Jessup
It‟s always good to have a driving
licence as it gives the local people
an extra string to their bow when
seeking a job It seems like with
many things in South Africa that
there is a certain amount of
corruption involved with driving
tests Ivy decided that she wanted
to take a test and had already been
told by Cute the girlfriend of her
boss that the Examiners were open
to monetary persuasion She
decided that rather than chance
failing she would try this route -
failing would of course bring the
additional expense of at least one
further test
Ivy contacted the Examiner
who agreed that he would
accept R2000 to pass
already less than Cute had
paid So I took her to
Thulamarshe for her driving
test although she wanted an
extended lesson prior to the
test She had already had a
few lessons in what could
only be described as a
possibly unroadworthy
bakkie on some rough unsurfaced
land staked out with sticks to
reverse between The bakkie was
missing one wing mirror and had
no inside mirror so reversing was
a problem On the way to the test
centre I quickly showed her how to
do a three point turn and then we
went to find an Instructor
We followed a vehicle for about 2
km to another rough piece of land
where there were a number of
other people receiving tuition in
large trucks Apparently trucks are
easier to drive than cars Ivy had a
lengthy discussion with an
Instructor and came away saying
he was too expensive We went
back to the test centre and she had
a small lesson with another
Instructor went for her test and
ldquopassedrdquo after handing over the
bribe Since coming back home I
have learnt that this practise is also
rife in Eastern Europe so maybe
we are surrounded by drivers who
have never passed an official test
Before Cute took her test she was
driving around with a friend when
she was stopped by the Police
With no official licence at that
time she was concerned that she
may be asked to produce
documents Luckily they did not
ask for these items but merely
requested the mobile telephone
numbers of the two ladies
probably to call them for a date
Fortunately the ladies were both
alert and gave incorrect numbers
There are often breakdown
vehicles near the main traffic lights
(robots) in Hazyview and an
inquisitive Ivy asked them why
they were waiting there
Apparently they often put oil on
the road at night especially when
the roads are wet to try to cause
accidents They were not ashamed
or shy to admit this and were not at
all concerned if people are injured
or killed as long as they get
business from the accidents
I was stopped no less than 5 times
by the local Police Sometimes just
checking vehicles and the
registration and other times for
trivialities like not coming to a halt
at a 4-way stop sign Once I was
stopped for speeding 79 kph in a
60 limit that I hadn‟t noticed After
protracted discussion and a view of
the video I was informed the fine
would be R750 although they
would accept R300 If I wanted a
receipt this would mean going to a
distant Police Station with the
possibility of a long wait I decided
to hand over R300 and get on our
way This later caused me some
resentment as the money obviously
went into the pocket of the Officer
Unfortunately and stupidly I did
not take a name and although I
reported the matter I never heard
any more If there is a next time I
shall know exactly what to do
Ever since we have been going to
Africa I have always tried to avoid
running over and killing any live
creature Sometimes it cannot be
avoided and I had at least two
instances this time which I have
regretted ever since I was driving
quite fast along the main road
heading for our house when a
Vervet Monkey ran from the road
side and into the path of the car I
could not avoid hitting it and the
loud thud made me feel quite sick
Looking in my mirror I could see
the Monkey lying dead in the road
- 10 minutes later I drove back to
town and the body had
disappeared At first I thought it
may have been moved by its
grieving family but it was probably
picked up by one of the large
raptors which regularly hover
above the road
Even more sickening was the time
I was driving in the grounds of a
local Hotel and I saw from the
car what I thought were
thousands of large flies floating
just above the ground There
were literally millions and I
avoided opening the car door to
investigate in case they all came
in I drove for about 300 metres
on this track before I got out for
an appointment and to my
absolute horror I then realised
they were baby frogs There had
been heavy rain the previous night
and they had all come up from the
nearby river It was an awesome
sight to see so many frogs together
but I was so angry that I had not
identified what they were until it
was too late
Relationship difficulties Bereavement Stress
BullyingAbuse Addictions Depression
SANCTUARY COUNSELLING SERVICE WATTON
Itrsquos good to talk Counselling can help if yoursquore struggling to cope with
Sanctuary offers a confidential low-cost counselling service with professionally trained counsellors who work on a short-term or long-term basis Call us on 01953 880922 to arrange an appointment Appointments are available 6 ndash 9pm Tuesdays and 930am ndash 1pm Wednesdays Sanctuary Counselling Service is part of River Ministries (Norfolk) registered charity number 1054419
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James Ball SHOWROOM 49 High Street Watton
01953
883288
Very Competitive Prices Most Makes of carpets
amp Vinyl Supplied and Fitted
South Africa again with a Touch of Mozambique and Swaziland
Watton in Bloom
On Sunday 4th July on a glorious summer
morning Watton Town Mayor Mr Roy Ivory
selected the best garden for summer blooms
on behalf of the Watton Society Despite the
cold frosty Spring and two weeks of drought
in late June Mr DR and Mrs AL Ankerman
were again awarded the silver platter to hold
for a year Of course most residents are not
aware that the Mayor is about the town
judging the gardens as this as a competition
that is not formally entered The Watton
Society are happy to make this award for the
fourteenth year with the help of the Mayor the
society‟s Honorary President Ten certificates
are awarded to those gardeners reaching a
highly commended standard in recognition of
their achievements Bryan H Wykes Vice
Chairman Watton Society
Fabulous mixed media Summer Art Exhibition 15 Talented local amp regional artists will be
displaying their work in mediums to include
watercolour gouache graphite wood
textile between Saturday 7th and Saturday
21st August in the Dragonfly Gallery at
Wayland House High St Watton Opening
Times are 10am ndash 4pm weekdays 10am ndash
1pm Saturdays There will be a Preview
Evening on Friday 6th August between 7pm
and 830pm All works on display can be
purchased - the preview evening is very
popular and recommended if you are
looking to buy and there will be a free glass
of wine and nibbles Please contact Susan
Hollingworth 01953 880205 for further
information
This month we did something completely
different for our WI meeting We spent
our time walking around Watton
following clues on a bdquoMurder Mystery
Trail‟ This was of course a fictional
murder but we had tremendous fun
solving the clues and finding out some
interesting facts about the history of
Watton on the way I don‟t think it would
be fair of me to tell you who did do it as
some of you may have intentions of
following the trail yourselves We
finished up at our meeting hall where we
enjoyed refreshments
Janet Oxborough from Ashill WI then
reported on the NFWI National AGM she
had attended in Cardiff in June As
expected the resolution urging the
Government on the mandatory labelling
of meat fish and poultry with true
country of origin was carried with a very
large majority Pat thanked Janet for a
very comprehensive account of the
meeting Birthday posies were presented
to Sandra and Jan and the raffle was won
by Joyce Jan and guest Janet Oxborough
Barbara will be hosting a Macmillan
Coffee Morning on Friday 10th
September ndash a little earlier than the
official date We also received details of
the Norfolk amp Norwich Operatic
Society‟s production at the Theatre Royal
in January ndash this is to be bdquoFiddler on the
Roof‟
Next month will be a social evening in
Watton Christian Community Centre
starting at 730 pm For information about
the WI as always the number to ring is Pat
on 882275 or Barbara on 882595
Who done it
Prayer of the Heart Activities at Watton Methodist Church Comprising Christian Meditation and Bi Monthly Worship For those seeking reflective
prayer mid-week worship with a more reflective and contemporary feel and those who
enjoy exploring their faith by reading spiritual books old and new
This month Christian Meditation in the vestry 2nd and 16th August for further details
ring Joyce 01953 88667
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 16 News
She did it She did it What a brave woman Frances
Packham is jumping out of a plane and being parachuted
safely down to earth by an experienced member of the
parachute team How proud of her I was watching her
come into sight out of the clouds and landing safely on the
ground and still managing to smile to her friends and
family anxiously watching her landing Perhaps it was a
grimace but we were all cheering and toasting her safe
return in champagne supplied by her partner Charles
Frances did this brave deed to do something special for
her 60th Birthday and at the same time to raise funds for
the local Charity Big C in memory of her friend Jim
Scrymgeour I am pleased to say that he knew she was
doing it for big C but when he died before the event he
would have been so touched by her thoughts for him
Sponsorship money is still coming in but to date Frances
has raised around pound1000 There is still time to donate to
Big C and donations can be left at the Wayland
Partnership Office
When Jim Scrymgeour died after losing his battle with
cancer with myself and our two sons Alan and Barrie at
his bedside we were grateful for all the prayers said for
him during his illness which I am sure kept him free from
pain right to the end As a family we were completely
overwhelmed by the cards (over 200) letters and flowers
sent to us with the messages that he was regarded as a
friendly funny person and always the gentleman At his
funeral there wasnt a seat to be had in the church He
would have been as overwhelmed as we were and I thank
everyone who took the time to come and pay their
respects The total sent by the undertakers to Big C was
pound81225
I have lots of thanks to make to the Doctors and nurses at
the Colney Centre to Dr Muller and Dr Kim the trainee
who were wonderful to Rosie from McMillan nurses to
the district nurses at Watton who were so supportive to
both of us who made him very comfortable and never
complained about his attitude to taking medication I have
to thank all our friends who were there for us and for me
since Jim has gone To the love and support I have felt
from my lovely customers at Top to Toe and a
very special thank you to my staff Alan
Gosia Kay and Rosemary who held
everything together running the shop in my
absence
To my brother and my brother in law for their
love lastly to God for giving me two
wonderful sons Alan and Barrie who with
their partners have been there for me as I
mourn the loss of my husband of 42 Years
He lived for those he loved And those he
loved remembered Marilyn Scrymgeour
HJC Ltd Motor Engineers
Servicing amp MOT preparation to all makes of
modern cars amp light commercials
Tyres Exhausts amp Batteries supplied and fitted
Courtesy cars available
Ask for Steve at 5 Linmore Court Threxton Rd
Industrial Estate Watton
Tel 01953 889924
Howlett - Rook
The wedding took place at Dereham Registry Office on the 11 th June of Mr
Wayne Howlett son of Barbara and Bryan Howlett of Holden Close
Oulton Broad and Miss Emma Rook daughter of Cathy and Colin Rook of
Hunters Oak Watton
The Bride was given away by her father and wore a Baby Pink dress She was
attended by Josie Mel Becky Summer and sisters Hollie and Debbie were
present The Best Man was Mr Reece Howlett and Kev and Rob were Ushers
The couple honeymooned for short break in London which will be followed
by a family holiday to Disney World in Florida at Christmas
What a star she is
Low Maintenance Gardens
Designed amp Built
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Patios ~ Paths ~ Fencing ~ Shingle Drives Seeding ~ Turfing Etc
Photos and References always available For a Quality Job amp Free Quote
Phone Tim Luxton on 01603 880184 wwwtimluxtonlandscapingcouk
The Wayland Show The Annual Wayland Show will be held on
Sunday 1st August just outside Watton on the
Brandon Road Last year‟s show was
acclaimed in the press and by many as the
best ever with fantastic weather record
attendance and more exhibitors competitors
and attractions than before It raised a total of
pound7150 for local charities
Among other things featuring in the Grand
Ring this year will be Jive Pony This unique
show has the lot with vaulting dancing
acting costume changes and amazing riding
skills Other very popular attractions are the
Bob Hogg Sheepdog Display West Norfolk
Foxhounds Trinity Foot Beagles and not
forgetting Cyril the Squirrel Racing Terriers
and Mid Norfolk Gundogs
New for 2010 is the Lifestyle Marquee and
planned attractions are a fashion show
cookery demos floral displays hair and
beauty exhibitions and a stunning dance
performance with the chance to relax and take
it all in while enjoying afternoon tea
Our livestock classes are well attended and of
a very high standard and with in-hand and
ridden classes the show is a chance to see
some of our best local Show Horses This year
we also welcome retrained Racehorses and
Working Hunters for the first time We are
also running clear round show jumping
The Wayland Agricultural Society Young
Achiever of the Year 2010 award recognises
outstanding dedication and contribution to
agriculture horticulture wildlife or any other
rural related sector or industry Entrants must
be under 21 years of age and the winner will
be announced prior to the Show and presented
with their award on the day The award is
sponsored by Weco Engineering of Watton
Radio Norfolk and Wayland Radio will be
broadcasting from the showground during the
day The organising Committee also recently
presented a cheque for pound1094100 to The
Nelsons Journey Charity from funds raised at
their annual Dinner Dance Nelsons Journey is
a Norwich based charity which supports
bereaved children and young people under the
age of 18yrs living in Norfolk
As mentioned in last month‟s edition
of the Mid-Norfolk Times Wayland
House in Watton High Street home of
the Wayland Partnership offers a wide
range of services and support to the
Wayland community as a whole We
are constantly striving to increase the
range of services but recognise that it
is vital that the community is made
aware of these services
Firstly we have an ldquoopen doorrdquo policy
and anyone is welcome to drop by to
find out what we offer This can range
from bus pass applications
appointments with the Registrar the
Wayland Community Bank to
exhibitions and events throughout the
year We also submit articles to the
Times and regularly have a slot on
Wayland Radio
However as the local population
grows we want to ensure that
newcomers are included and made
aware of the information and support
they can get from Wayland House For
those with access to the internet you
might be interested in knowing that the
Partnership now has three websites
covering all the areas and activities we
are involved inThe current Partnership
site is wwwwaylandorguk but this is
currently being updated and the new
site will be launched soon Try
wwwthewaylanddragonflygalleryco
uk where you will find current and
forthcoming exhibitions examples of
local artists work for sale within the
Gallery shop
Finally for the business community
we have waylandbusinesscentrecouk
which contains a wealth of valuable
information and links to additional
information We also issue regular
Email Information Bulletins to some
400 local businesses and if you don‟t
already receive them let us know and
we will add you to the database (see
contact details below) Also have a
look at
waylandbusinesscentreblogspotcom
which provides your business with a
chance to share your expertise and
knowledge with a larger audience It
gives you a valuable opportunity to
network and is particularly useful for
sole traders and those who work from
home
You can see us at the Wayland Show
on 1st August where we will be
sharing a stand with the Wayland
Community Bank If you are there
please drop by and see us
We will be submitting regular news
and information to the Times as it
gives us good coverage and is
delivered widely in the area However
for more information on the services
and facilities available from Wayland
House and the Wayland Business
Centre call in to our reception phone
us on 01953 880204 or mail to
iainwaylandorguk
News from the Wayland Partnership
Picture Breckland Photographic
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 17
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01953 881243
Unit 2 Coughtrey Industrial Estate
Church Road Griston IP25 6QB
Fitted Kitchens
Bathrooms
Internal Doors
Free Quotations amp
Full Planning Service
Massage Treatments
Swedish Massage and Hot Stone Massage
Appointments available at
BROOM HALL Country Hotel
Saham Toney Your Local Three Star Hotel
Telephone 01953 882125 wwwbroomhallhotelcouk
Holme Hale Pavilion
Summer Fete Saturday 7th August
10am -- 430pm Cake Stall Refreshments Beer
Tent Lots of Childrens games and also for Adults Grand Draw BBQ
(local butcher) Rescue Greyhounds
Institute Advanced Motorists Bouncy Castle also ladies have
your nails amp toenails painted and much much more
All welcome come enjoy
It‟s that time of year again at the
time of writing we are in the middle
of Quilts Three our third annual
exhibition courtesy of the Wayland
Partnership in the Dragonfly Gallery
at Wayland House It gives an
opportunity for others to see exactly
what we do hack tack and stuff With
a name like that we are obviously not
bdquojust another sewing group‟ This
year we were worried about having
enough work to exhibit and then had
far more than we could show The
exhibition opened at 10 o‟clock on
Saturday the 10th July continuing
until the 17th Half way through the
week over one hundred and fifty
visitors had been counted Work on
show included not only quilts of all
sizes but also fabric boxes cushions
bags toys and other examples of the
members‟ crafts made for personal
use and as gifts There were examples
of the Heart cushions given to people
who have had surgery for breast
cancer and quilts for ill
and traumatised
children and teenagers
distributed through the
Norfolk branch of
ProjectLinus There was
a raffle donations box
and articles for sale
Proceeds will go
towards materials for
items for these charities
There will be more
details in the next
edition
Meanwhile meetings
and demonstrations
continued normally including an
excellent example of the latter
featuring a variety of borders by
two clever ladies This was so well
organised that members were
provided with pieces of pre-cut
fabrics so there was no excuse for
not bdquohaving a go‟ We are all fired
with enthusiasm and likely to put
borders on everything I suggest
partners check their shirts and
trousers
The group does not meet in August
but will be back on Tuesday the
14th September at 7 pm in the
Watton Christian Community
Centre for the beginning of another
session meanwhile members and
non-members can check our Blog
at httphtsqgroupblogspotcom
to see what is happening over the
next few months This features a
calendar which has details up until
the end of the year It is also
updated very regularly If you are
not online phone Sue Hart on
01362 822536
Hackers Tackers and Stuffers
Last year Alan Smiths Birthday
present from his daughter and son in
law (Kerry and Chris Varley) was a
book written about some mature men
walking the coast2coast It was so
inspiring and amusing to read that
soon several other people including
his wife (Gill) and 2 close friends
(Tim and Carol Suthers) had also
been inspired and enjoyed the read
All 6 of us enjoy our walks and
encouraged by the two youngest
(Chris amp Kerry) who have done this
before they decided to take up the
challenge From St Bees on the west
coast to Robin‟s Hood Bay on the
east coast some 192 miles in 13 days
will be covered in August this year as
their annual holiday Whilst doing
this they have been encouraged by a
few people to make it an event to
raise money for charity
They thought it would be nice to
support a local charity in East Anglia
and have chosen the East Anglian Air
Ambulance Registered Charity
1083876 They are a 365 day-a-year life-
saving service across Bedfordshire
Cambridgeshire Peterborough Norfolk
and Suffolk The charity is independent
of government and National Lottery
funding and is entirely dependent on
fund-raising and contributions To keep
its two air ambulances flying and to
provide the advanced medical
equipment they carry over pound3 million
per year has to be raised The group
thought it would be good to offer their
support to the EAAA in making this
walk not just their holiday and
challenge but also an event to raise
some cash to help them in their work
Gill also contacted the organisation to
see if they could visit and see first-hand
one of the helicopters and the staff of
EAAA who offer such a valuable and
life-saving service
On average the EAAA are called to
four incidents every day life
threatening situations such as road
traffic accidents incidents involving
people in inaccessible places and
cardiac arrests Because of the
advanced skills drugs and equipment
found on board and being able to
access places impossible for a land
ambulance the EAAA can make the
difference
Will you help us to help them in their
work To make a donation and offer
your support you can visit httpwwwjustgivingcomcoast2coastthevarleyssuthersandsmiths
Birthday Day Present Inspires 3 Couples to take up a Challenge
From left to right Chris Varley Alan Smith Gill Smith
Kerry Varley Carol Suthers and Tim Suthers
At Wayland Scout Group we
started the month with a Family
Day the Cubs and Scouts cooked
lunch for over 50 people to
celebrate our first AGM Parents
siblings Leaders and the District
Commissioner John Sweeney
were treated to dips and cruditeacutes
Southern Fried Chicken rice and
beans and salads followed by
apple pie and custard
All the young people did a fantastic
job creating a delicious meal made
even better by the wonderful weather
Following a cricket match we were
joined by Rev Geoff Garrett from St
May‟s Church who dedicated our
new flags for us
The afternoon was finished in fine
style with a wonderful array of
homemade cakes and a cup of tea
The Leaders would like to pass on
their thanks to everyone for their
wonderful support and help
The Cubs recently enjoyed a craft
night creating robots form junk
including turning one Cub into an
android by creating an amazing
costume for him
This term the Scouts have been
working towards their Global
Challenge including looking at
different traditions around the
world As it is nearly the end of
term they had plenty of fun
making a traditional Fez with
maybe a nod to Doctor Who who
has recently made the hats cool
The Scout Troop has also been
challenged by the local Rotarians to
have a camp using only a Shelter Box
tent and the emergency equipment
provided in the box Of course they
have accepted the challenge and will
be holding this
camp in mid-
August Our aim
is to be
sponsored so we
can raise enough
money be able
to buy a Shelter
Box for the
charity If you
would like to
sponsor us
please contact
Theresa Cutts on 01953 884243
or email
waylandscoutsgooglemailcom for
more information
At a recent event hosted by the
County Commissioner Richard
Butler the Leaders were also
presented with certificates to
congratulate them on opening a
successful Cub Pack Scout Troop
and building a Leadership team
We are also looking forward to a
4 day activity camp in August
with the rest of South West
Norfolk District If you are
interested in finding out more
about Scouting in Watton please
email us on the address above
AGM Androids and Fezs
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 18 News
Ashill Food amp Wine 1 Hale Road Ashill
01760 440932 Fresh bread and milk news and grocery
Alcohol Paypoint
Wayside Farm Shop Stow Bedon
Fresh Seasonal Vegetables Home Produced Pork
01953 483 375
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL SHOPS
And get your copy of the Mid-Norfolk Times at these businesses
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Wells Cole Community Centre
Bell Lane Saham Toney The ideal place to book for any event - Large Hall Small Hall Kitchen Catering and Bar all available for Wedding Receptions Birthday Parties Dances amp Discos Meetings Jumble
Sales etc Large Car Park - Childrenrsquos Play Area
Visit our Social Club - Bar open every Wednesday and Friday from
730pm onwards
Donrsquot Delay - Book Today
01953 882 498
The bdquoAttleborough Players‟ amateur
dramatic society has been entertaining
people in the locality for more than 35
years with shows pantomimes plays
concerts and we are currently
rehearsing a musical play to feature a
group of our very talented younger
members to be staged in October
Since present day legislation has strict
demands for separate changing
facilities for adults and youngsters we
now have an additional burden on our
already strained finances
The society is a registered charity and
finances have been maintained at a
respectable level by staging shows
and our popular bdquoFish bdquon‟ Quiz‟
evenings on a regular basis hopefully
we will be presenting another quiz in
November Ticket prices have been
kept at a very competitive pound5 for most
of our shows takings which go
mostly towards running costs the rest
into a dwindling bank account In
these days of drastic belt tightening
we prefer to keep the cost of tickets
low to benefit our audiences This
means of course that our pool of
monetary assets has developed a
steady leak
We are looking for any business or
individual willing to sponsor us
Sponsorship would guarantee
programme and poster advertising to a
negotiable degree while private
individuals would benefit by free
tickets to any of our events of their
choice
Any business or private individual
willing to help us in this way please
contact our treasurer Anne
Greenwood ndash Tel 01953 455022
With our ever increasing membership
particularly of teenagers we think the
bdquoAttleborough Players‟ is a
worthwhile concern to keep running
on an even keel We hope you do too
The Players need your help
Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles By popular request the PHIL
BROOKPETE OXBOROUGH
JAZZ QUARTET are returning to
St Margarets church Breckles on
FRIDAY 17th SEPTEMBER at 730
pm The Quartet also features Ivars
Galenieks bass and Bob Dore
drums Tickets are pound1250 to
include refreshments and can be
obtained from Margaret Morfoot
Telehone 01953 498286 There will
be a beer and wine bar from 7 pm
This is a very popular evening All
proceeds for the upkeep of St
Margarets Church Breckles
Breckles is on the B1111 4 miles
north of the A11B1111 junction
Watton Ballroom Dancing Association
Queenrsquos Hall Watton 8pm till 11pm
Admission pound350
Saturday August 7th Mike 01953 882799
Wayland High School Students‟ British Science Association CREST Award
Twelve Year 9 students at
Wayland High School have
received the British Science
Association‟s CREST award for
designing and producing industry
standard batik artwork bags It is
the first time that the school has
entered the CREST awards
facilitated by The Exchange
(Norfolk Education Business
Partnership) who provided a small
bursary to support the batik
project Photograph of the students
with Batik bags and certificates
attached
Jan Cockburn from The Exchange
who visited the school to present
the awards at a Year 9 assembly
said Congratulations to the
students who carried out the batik
project You have shown great
enthusiasm for the subject and
fully deserve the national
recognition provided by a British
Science Association CREST
award
Val Wenham teacher and batik
artist who led the project said
The students learned the full batik
process including use of wax and
dyes initially experimenting on
paper before developing their
designs for the bags They created
designs that could be reproduced
on an industrial basis and studied
the technological and commercial
side of working in batik
Sadly one of the awards was
presented posthumously Alastair
Codling who also took part in the
batik project received his twin
sister Claire‟s award Claire
passed away earlier this year
For more information about the
work of The Exchange see
wwwnorfolk-exchangeorguk or
tel 01953 601439
For more information about British
Science Association CREST
Awards see
wwwbritishscienceassociationorg
webccafCREST
Pictured left to right are - Back Ellis Stone Harrison Cutts Sophie Shaw Ben Rees Martha Watts Stephanie
Parker Lauren Symons Megan Kennedy Front Alistair Codling Cameron Goldie Sam Beckwith
Our meeting in July had a
slightly different format to the
usual system We held a coffee
and chat event and we accepted a
cheque on behalf of Diabetes
UK for pound1136 presented by the
former chairman of Breckland
District Council
John Rogers The chairman of
our group Ron Thompson
accepted the cheque and said that
the money would be used by
Diabetes UK to help to fund
holidays for children with
Diabetes Councillor John
Rogers was warmly thanked
(Please see separate article for
picture page 14)
At our next meeting on August
9th two of our members will be
talking about the work they do
with the Retired Greyhound
Trust They are going to be
bringing a couple of their four
legged friends too John and Rod
will be suitably tethered to stop
them straying around the tables
and getting in the dogs way
The meeting starts at 1015am at
the Pentecostal Church Watton
(whom we thank for the use of
their facilities) all welcome For
further details about the group or
any of the meetings please
phone Helen 01953 884713 and
leave a message and I will get
back to you as soon as I can
We are have a special meeting on
the 13th September when we are
very fortunate to have as our
speaker Richard Lane OBE
President of Diabetes UK Some of
our members met Richard for the
first time last year and were very
taken by him and his frankness and
honesty about his Diabetes and
what has happened to him He is a
very interesting man and we are
very lucky he is available to come
and speak to us
We will be providing a light buffet
lunch for this meeting at a cost of pound5
per head and we would be pleased to
invite you to join us Because we
need to know numbers for the
catering arrangements please could
you phone David 01362 696781
before August 9th if you would like
to attend this special meeting
Watton amp District Group - Diabetes UK
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 19
Poet‟s Place Poet‟s Place is open once more to all readers to
submit their own work for publication All
contributions are welcome and will be printed
unedited for reader‟s enjoyment
A GOOD DEAL
When I‟m watching the birds in our garden
Little lambs that gambol in fields
I thank God I have such perception
This is what I would call a good deal
A small child with a smile that is wistful and shy
And a look to melt hearts made of steel
With a grasp of tiny soft fingers
Makes me realise what a good deal
Our cat usually independent and strong
Purrs around at my feet rubs my heel
I know it‟s because he wants feeding
He knows he is on a good deal
When dining out at a pub or cafeacute
I go where they serve a fine meal
With the atmosphere right and excellent food
Best of all I will get a good deal
Shopping in town for my clothing
Can be such a blinking ordeal
I go and intend not to overspend
And resolve I will get a good deal
Deciding on presents for Christmas
Then doing my best to conceal
The parcels I‟ve bought for each person
It‟s fine to receive a good deal
The flowers that grow in my garden
I planted in Spring with such zeal
Are now blooming so bright with such colours
I can see I have got a good deal
When I meet with my friends for a bridge game
My excitement I try to conceal
When the cards that I hold help me win lots of points
It‟s because I‟ve been dealt a good deal
Edith Pleasance copy 290906
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And get your copy of the Mid-Norfolk Times at these businesses
Great Ellingham Village Stores amp PO
Long St Gt Ellingham 01953 452 155
Post Office Fresh Bread amp Milk Daily
Rocklands Post Office amp Stores
The Street Rocklands 01953 483 217
Car Tax Lottery Fresh Milk
Quick Stop Church Street Attleborough
01953 458 036 Italian Wines 2 for pound5 Wide range
of Polish Foods available
Old Buckenham Stores The Green Old Buckenham
01953 860210 If you purchase goods from the shop costing over pound50 (excluding the post office cigarettes lottery and Paypoint) in one transaction then you will be entitled to claim a bottle of Italian wine (worth pound5)
Lovells Post Office amp Stores
Market Place New Buckenham
01953 860 351
Village Stores Market Street East Harling
01953 718115 A wide range of products in stock
Anne and Kevin Ledgard
Londis News Extra
High Street Attleborough (Opposite Sainsburys)
01953 453 257 Newspapers amp magazines
Wide range of confectionery tobacconist Wide range of Wines Beers and Spirits
Londis Banham 01953 887320
Your Local Village Supermarket
Watton University of the Third Age (U3A) Forty eight members enjoyed the tour
of North Norfolk by train and coach
A superb cream tea at Bircham
Windmill rounded off the tour in style
The next trip is a tour of the Fens with
a professional guide on Friday 17th
September The booking list is now
open contact Ron on 01953 889951
The Croquet Group is now playing at
the Watton Sports Centre on a
Tuesday afternoon New players
would be most welcome including
visitors (potential new members) For
playing times contact Margaret on
01953 882136 Alan Bickers is the
new Leader of the Pub Lunch Group
who will have their first meeting on
Thursday 12th August
Next venue for the Garden Visits
Group is Dunbheagan House near
Dereham with music in the afternoon
and teas in aid of the St Johns
Ambulance Meet at 130pm in the
Queens Hall car park Transport can
be arranged Contact Susan on 01953
881373
The next monthly meeting is on
Thursday 26th August when the
speaker will be Barbara Miller with
ldquoNorwich over the Waterrdquo
The Membership Secretary can be
contacted on 01953 885358 For
further information on the National
U3A go to wwwu3aorg
On Thursday 24th June the
announcement was made in London of
the winner of this year‟s Carnegie
medal That prize has been awarded by
children‟s librarians almost every year
since 1936 for an outstanding book for
children and young people Since 23rd
April when the short-list was
announced 50000 children in schools
all over Britain have been reading the
eight novels - nearly 3000 pages of
high quality fiction Thirty of those
very dedicated readers met on the same
day in Attleborough High School
Library to spend two hours in lively
debate with their guests from Old
Buckenham High School sustained by
strawberries cheese straws and home-
made cakes
The event organised by the school‟s
librarian Helen Gage greatly engaged
the students and staff and much heated
argument about which was the best of
the books on the list ensued The group
voted for their own choice of winner
took lots of photographs and then at
the time stipulated by the Carnegie‟s
national organisers opened the
envelope containing the name of the
winning title Neil Gaiman‟s bdquoThe graveyard book‟ Of the gathering in Attleborough High School‟s
library student Ellie Halls (pictured above) was the only one who had firmly backed that choice In
November the long-list for next year‟s award will be published ndash and the whole wonderful process
will begin again We can‟t wait
Carnegie medal celebration the Attleborough High School big debate
Wayland Happy Circle Our July meeting was a social afternoon with a Beetle Drive followed by a Strawberry Tea Shirley
welcomed 25 members and 1 visitor and seven birthday cards were distributed Our former President
is making good progress and we hope to see her back amongst us soon
Shirley organised the Beetle Drive the first session being won by Molly and Maureen and the second
by Jenny Two of members Margaret and Jenny had prepared the strawberries and cream and these
were enjoyed by all with shortbread and a cuppa The usual raffle was held to close the afternoon
25 members and guests will be going on the outing in July and tea will be taken at Elveden Visitor
Centre followed by a tour of the Stanta Training Area
Our next meeting will be on 3rd August when Tina Cruz will talk to us about Portuguese cooking
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 20 News
July 1st ndash The day that Rotary
Clubs all over the world install their
new presidents And this year
Watton was no exception Outgoing
president Richard Akister handed
over to new president Doctor Mike
Harvey (see pic) Health problems
caused Mike to take early
retirement as a general practitioner
and having come to Norfolk and
settled in Shipdham some 5 years
ago he was introduced to the
Watton Rotary Club and thought it
would be a good platform and outlet
for his considerable energy and
skill He was an instigator of the
Watton Club‟s very
successful fundraising
drive in support of the
bdquoBalloons for Hearts‟
initiative in 20078 With
the help of 2 other Rotary
Clubs pound5300 was raised
and a giant cheque was
presented to the campaign
coordinator We hear that
the cheque is still on
display in the cardiac
reception area at the
NNUH Mike intends to
continue his ministry of the
Watton Club with a
medical flavour
As a prelude to the presidential
handover in both clubs Watton
Inner Wheel and Rotary Clubs
joined forces and held a most
successful bdquoround the houses‟ or
bdquosafari‟ supper Changing sets of 3
or 4 couples rotate around each of
several members‟ houses for the
various courses of an evening meal
with everyone landing up at the
President‟s house for the final
course and a bit of party time
Following our visit to New South
Wales Australia last year the
Watton Club is hosting the first part
of the return Rotary international
friendship exchange in September
Eight couples from various places
in NSW are expected they will stay
with Watton members for a few
days before moving on to be hosted
by Rotarians of various other
Rotary clubs throughout Norfolk
and Suffolk More about this next
month Martin Anscombe
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Only pound150 per Bag Delivered free (min 5 bags)
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During a debate about jobs and
unemployment on July 7th I made my
maiden speech in the House of Commons
I have focussed my column this month on
the content and inspirations for the speech
in which I set out why I am so passionate
about representing our area
Maiden speeches have a long tradition in
the Commons and new MPs usually
don‟t involve themselves in debates in the
House until they have made theirs
Maidens give new MPs a chance to talk
about their constituency and to outline
some of the issues they aim to work on
I focused my speech on three key
themes the need for a more local
approach to jobs and housing how the
politically correct bdquorights‟ culture
ignores traditional values and the need
for a better politics
The Rural Way of Life
Living and running a business locally I
know how life in rural England has been
overlooked I know how our traditional
values are too often denigrated and how
Norfolk has become increasingly
marginalised
ldquoTackling that sense of marginalisation
in order to unlock the talents and
aspirations of its people are the
central theme of my work as [an] MP
The people of Mid Norfolk feel
marginalised by the decision-making
process and too often forced to change
in ways that they have neither chosen
nor like The small local voluntary and
rural is all too often crowded out by the
big national professional and urban
[R]ural Britain has been especially
hard hit by unemployment during this
recession and my constituency has
pockets of rural deprivation which are
often hidden Pensioner poverty can
be especially invisible
ldquoPost offices pubs and village shops
close while more and more people are
forced to commute increasing distances
from the mass housing estates that have
been forced on our market towns and
councilsrdquo
ldquoThe people of Mid Norfolk sent me
here to speak up for them so I shall
[They] have found themselves
increasingly powerless in the face of a
tidal wave of legislation and big
government from Europe Whitehall
and unaccountable regional quangos
Many worry that our culture has been
hijacked by an increasingly intolerant
politically correct anything goes
multiculturalism which seems to have
too little respect for the longer
traditions of tolerance personal
freedom and responsibility embedded in
our traditional heritage By pumping
the bellows of local empowerment I
believe that we can reignite the embers
of a culture which can and should be
allowed to coexist with metropolitan
Britain to mutual benefitrdquo
Economic opportunities
Having run my ldquoNorfolk Wayrdquo campaign
for over three years I know how urgently
we need new jobs and opportunities in
Mid Norfolk Average wages here are low
and I wanted to focus on how we can
reignite our economy and strengthen local
communities and services
ldquoIn my three-year candidacy I insisted
on another way we call it the Norfolk
way a vision of a vibrant rural society
based on a renaissance of rural
enterprise smaller pockets of mixed
housing spread more fairly and
sustainably fast-growing small
businesses and jobs back in our villages
and towns less commuting a richer
mix of ages and blue and white-collar
jobs in active communities
ldquoSome may ask Where are those new
jobs and businesses to come from Let
me tell the House Situated between
Norwich and Cambridge are two of the
worlds leading centres of scientific
research and innovation in food
biomedicine and the clean
technologies all of which are so vital
to the global challenges that we face
Mid Norfolk is perfectly positioned to
become a hub of entrepreneurial
activity and new jobs With the world-
leading John Innes centre the Institute
of Food Research world-class
agriculture and high-tech engineering
along the A11 corridor we can lead
those new economic sectors on which
we will increasingly dependrdquo
ldquoAs someone who came to politics after
a 15-year career in creating new
technology businesses I hope to be able
to put my experience to good use in that
area However that revolution cannot
happen without two essential things
new models of investment in
infrastructure including the A11 rural
broadband and rail links and some
local leadershiprdquo
Giving People Responsibility
I believe in giving local communities
power Residents in a village know the
problems they have and usually know
how to solve them better than somebody
in an office miles away During my
speech I called for a new approach
ldquoThe stale post-war model of statist
centralisation and dependence on the
Whitehall handout has failed Norfolk
Rural Britain is the repository of
some important virtues that our modern
culture has neglected a deep belief in
self-help and responsibility an
insistence that everybody in a
community has a role and the rejection
of a shallow media cultures obsession
with celebrity and a love of the small
the different and the local These are
qualities that are deeply rooted in the
English character
ldquoAt the heart of this manifesto is a big
idea that citizenship is forged
through the empowering act of the
state granting responsibility to its
citizens That is the central idea which
has brought me into politics as a
Conservative and which I am delighted
is once again the idea at the heart of
modern Conservatism and this
coalitionrdquo
It was an honour to make my maiden on
behalf of the people of Mid Norfolk and
if you would like a full transcript of the
speech please email
Georgefreemanmpparliamentuk or
watch the video of the speech on my
website wwwgeorgefreemancouk
The Westminster View
George Freeman is the Conservative MP
for Mid-Norfolk The object of this
column is to help readers stay in touch
with their MP - it is not intended as a
reflection of the political views of anyone
associated with the Mid Norfolk Times
Watton Rotary Roundup
People for Animal Care Trust
(PACT) and Caine Lloyd of
Lloyd Engineering in Watton are
organising an adventure to climb
Mount Kilimanjaro in spring
2011 The intention is to raise
funds for PACT through
sponsorship and to have some fun
doing so
My name is Geoff Bell and I am
one of the people who are taking
part in this Challenge I have the
funds for my part in this challenge
but I fell it would be good to raise
funds for PACT as well
Through the Kili Challenge
PACT will receive funding to
build much needed additional
kennels to house the regular
influx of animals they have
PACT is based in Woodrising
and work hard to ensure the
welfare of animals in Norfolk
PACT‟s web-site is
wwwpactsanctuaryorg and more
information about them can be
obtained from there With your
kind help it would be a great
honour and privilege to extend
my support for PACT by taking
part in this challenge and to be of
help and support to one of the
loves in my life
If you would like to sponsor me
to take part in this challenge and
raise much needed funding for
PACT then please contact me
through Facebook or ring me on
01953-882925 For more
information you can ring PACT
on 01362 820775 or Caine on
01953 881255 I will also be
holding three public collection
days for this outside the Co-op in
Watton on the 18th August 15th
September and 13th October
Thank you for your support
The Kili Challenge in aid of PACT
Picture Supplied
Church Times and Puzzle
Watton Churches Together Service Calendar for August 2010
St Maryrsquos Church Watton 1st 3rd amp 4th Wednesday at 930am Holy Communion
2nd Wednesday Morning Worship Church Office opens Tues
Wed amp Thurs 9am-1pm Tel 01953 881252
margaretchurchadmfreeservecouk wwwstmaryswattonorg
Sun 1st 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
530pm Choral Evensong
Sun 8th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
Sun 15th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Sun 22nd 800am Holy Communion
1000am All Age Worship
12 noon Holy Baptism
630pm Praise and Worship with Shine
Sun 29th 800am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Watton Methodist Church Every Wednesday the Church is open for quiet reflection and
prayer between 1000am amp 1200noon
Itrsquos your quiet place At 1030 there is a half-hour Midweek
Service in the Large Vestry led by the Minister or a Church
Member wwwwattonmethodistbtikcom
Sun 1st 1045am Rev Barbara Winner Holy Communion
630pm Rev Brian Eagle
Sun 8th 1045am Mr Richard Hompstead
630pm Mrs Janet Roebuck
Sun 15th 1045am Mrs Sonia Mann
630pm Mr Brian Lawrence
Sun 22nd 1045am Mrs Elsie Warby
630pm Revd Barbara Winner Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1100am Section Service at Saham Hills
Mr John Winner
630pm Rev Brian Eagle Holy Communion
Roman Catholic Community Each Sat 530pm Mass at Watton Methodist Church
Pentecostal Church Dereham Road Watton There is a Noahs Ark Sunday and Kings Kids for children
during the Sunday morning services
Sun 1st 1030am Morning Service with guest speakers
Christian amp Ann Fernandez from La Rochelle France
Sun 8th 1030am Family Service amp Doughnuts
600pm Prayer amp Praise with guest speaker
Dama Safari from Shalom Africa
Sun 15th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Freed from your past‟
Sun 22nd 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Made in God‟s image‟
600pm Prayer and Praise
Sun 29th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoChanged by love‟
St Nicholasrsquo Church Ashill Tuesdays 1000am Said Holy Communion
Sun 1st 930am Lay Led Morning Worship
Sun 8th 930am Morning Worship
Sun 15th 930am All Age Worship
Sun 22nd 930am Holy Communion
St Georgersquos Church Saham Toney Sun 1st 1030am Benefice Service of Holy Communion
Sun 8th 1100am Morning Worship and Holy Baptism
Sun 15th 1100am Pet Service
1230pm Holy Baptism
Sun 22nd 1100am Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1030am Group Service of Holy Communion
SS Peter amp Paulrsquos Church Carbrooke Sun 8th 1030am All Age Worship
Sun 15th 1030am Holy Communion
Sun 22nd 1030am Lay Led Morning Worship
1230pm Holy Baptism
St John the Evangelist Church Ovington Thursdays 800am Said Holy Communion
Sun 8th 12 noon Pet Service
Sun 22nd 930am Lay Led All Age Worship
Breckles Caston Great Hockham Griston Merton Stow Bedon
Thompson
Worship Calendar August 2010
Sunday 1st August
1030 am United Holy Communion Thompson
Sunday 8TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Breckles
(Patronal Festival)
Sunday 15TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Gt Hockham
1030 am United Holy Communion Caston
Sunday 22ND August 900 am Holy Communion (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Gt Hockham
Sunday 29TH August
1030 am United Holy Communion Griston
Sunday 5TH September
1030 am United Holy Communion Stow Bedon
Our Pram Service Sunday Club amp WAY youth group
will resume in September
Enquiries The Revd Bob Nichols Tel (01953) 483222
Email revbobnicholsgmailcom
All Saints Church Threxton Sunday 1st August at 10 am
Scribble Pad
Across 7 One looking for riches (76) 8 Something to keep the claws in shape (8) 9 An assistant would be an idea (4) 10 Snap a biscuit for Christmas (7) 12 This clue might lead you the wrong way (5) 14 Fused fuse (5) 16 Feminine pronoun (7) 19 A phaser setting used by Captain Kirk (4) 20 A reserve supply to be drawn on (8) 22 but loose (553)
Down 1 A bright star from Avon (4) 2 Slopey writing (6) 3 infield pagan (7) 4 as chips said the chick (5) 5 Inherited (6) 6 Use this to change names (44) 11 Compared to a relation (8) 13 Earth shaking (7) 15 Of the coldest season (6) 17 How warm snow goes (6) 18 The sound of teddy bears (5) 21 Burn to charcoal (4)
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the crossword on the right and drop it in to The Wayland News bin
at (or post it to) Adcocks 32 High Street Watton Norfolk IP25
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event of any dispute the decision of the Editor will be final The
clues are a mix of cryptic and easy with one or two anagrams
thrown in just to make it more interesting
The correct solution will be published in the next issue
Last Month‟s Puzzle The winner of last month‟s pound10 prize was Mrs S Dockray of
Nelson Court Watton Well done Mrs Dockray
Thought for the month By Rev Barbara Winner Methodist Church Well the World Cup was disappointing for some of us and so
was Wimbledon There doesn‟t seem much to celebrate Or is
there
There was once a speaker who started off one of his talks by
showing everyone in the audience a pound50 note It was a crisp
new note He asked the room full of people who would like
the pound50 and it was no surprise that most hands went up He
then proceeded to crumple the note up in his hand and then
asked who still wanted it The hands stayed up Next he
dropped the note on the ground and started to grind the note
with his shoe When he picked it up it was dirty and
crumpled When he asked who still wanted it the hands stayed
up Well of course they did ndash just because it was crumpled
and dirty didn‟t prevent it being worth the pound50 just as it had
been in the beginning when he started his talk The note was
still of value ndash the value hadn‟t changed
We are in a time of change and cuts and we don‟t quite know
what‟s coming next But whatever cuts and changes come
however much we feel the effects our value as people has not
changed Life throws all sorts of things at us and we can end
up feeling crumpled and trodden on In God‟s eyes we are
loved and precious ndash valuable And no amount of cuts
changes and troubles will change this God‟s love for us is a
pure gift ndash it is not subject to cuts and change We read in the
Bible that God so loved the world that he gave his son that we
might have life And what‟s more it is a gift freely given
Now that really is worth celebrating
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 22 News
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SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEAS Hosted by St Maryrsquos Church in August
Sunday 15th August Christian Community Centre 230pm until 4pm All
welcome - please come along and bring family and friends
Watton United FC have begun
preparing for life in Anglian
Combination Division 1 by
appointing ex - Diss and Watton
player Paul Nicholls to assist with
training and match days whilst he
awaits his return to football from a
serious injury Manager Vince
Harwood has welcomed his return
to the club in a coaching capacity
and hopes his experience at a
higher level will improve the
young players currently at the club
Further changes behind the scenes
include the appointment of Ian
Hunt and Christian Hayward to
assist with running the reserve
team this season and they are
encouraging any new players to
attend training on Wednesday
nights at Watton Sports Centre
(7pm start)
The club has also arranged a number
of Preseason friendlies for the first
team all at home versus Watton
United 18s Dersingham Rovers
(Friday 6th August) and Thetford
Rovers (Wednesday 11th August)
kicking off at 645pm Their first
league fixture is a local derby away
at Wymondham Town on Tuesday
17th August
The reserves new management
team are looking forward to home
games against Thetford Rovers
Reserves (Wednesday 4th August)
and an unnamed team (Friday 13th
August) before their season starts
on Thursday 19th August away at
Mattishall Reserves All games
Kick off at 645pm
The club also have a number of
advertising opportunities available
this season with programme
adverts and advertising boards at
the ground all priced at pound50 for the
season Anyone interested should
contact Paul Woods on
07917361762 or email
infowattonunitedfccouk
Getting ready for the new season
For a small very rural bowls club
Ashill has exceeded all expectations
this year Our men reached the
quarterfinals of the Bales Cup and
Peter Bunn Colin Breeze Bob Hall
and Alan Willer reached the same
stage in the Norfolk County Fours The
men also lie 2nd in the Central North
Division just a half point behind
Thetford The ladies section not to be
outdone have also faired very well
Chris Bailey reaching the quarterfinals
of the County Unbadged Singles
before succumbing to an opponent
from Freethorpe she Inga Healy and
Jackie Taylor got to the quarterfinals of
the Coronation Cup and the latter two
and Sheila Malyon reached the semi-
finals of the County Triples before
being beaten by Diss at RG Carters
In the mixed competitions we
overcame Long Stratton Thetford and
Connaught (the latter two on their
home greens) to reach the semi-finals
of the Jermy Cup our opponents being
Freethorpe on Sunday 18th July at the
neutral green of Wymondham and just
recently we won the Coral Cup played
at Watton Bowls Club So far it has
been a very successful and enjoyable
season despite the vagaries of our
uncertain weather
Ashill Bowls Club minnows on a high
The sunny warm and dry weather
has turned parts of the course brown
but has made for some exciting golf
None more so than in the June
monthly medal when David Flack
playing off a handicap of 10 shot a
net 62 In the same competition
Martin Parker achieved a hole in 1
on the par three 12th hole which
made him very happy but led to a
large dent in his bank balance
Recent Stableford competition
winners were Tony Bonner Alan
Blythe Phil Barrall David Wakeford
and David Packard
Recent inter-club match results were
versus Eaton Away lost 2frac12 - 3frac12 V
Royal Cromer away lost 1frac12 - 4frac12 V
Costessey park at home lost 2frac12 -
3frac12 V Gt Yarmouth at home won
5frac12 - frac12
The Seniors Open was held on 1st
July and approx 50 players
representing 14 different clubs
played in a stableford competition It
was an excellent day enjoyed by all
and the winner was George Axten
from Kings Lynn A separate
competition for Richmond Park
members was won by David Adcock
Richmond Park Golf Club Senior Section
On Saturday 21st August at Ashill
rectory Garden there will be a Fun
BBQ from 4pm to 8pm Tickets are
just pound5 for adults and pound250 for
children and include BBQ Salads
and delicious desserts
We hope to raise enough money at
this event to fund another year of
education for children in Uganda
who we have supported for six years
Tickets are available from Ann Bunn
on 01760 440 150
Fun Barbecue for Ugandan Children
The Annual Summer Show will
be held on SATURDAY
AUGUST 7trade This is an
opportunity for residents of
Rocklands and the surrounding
area to exhibit Fruit and
Vegetables Flowers Cookery
Art and Handicrafts and for the
children to show off their skills
in various classes
Entries for the show are
accepted between 9am and
12noon with judging
commencing at 1pm Doors are
open to the public at approx
330pm Show Schedules are
available from Post Office
Stores Rocklands or Margaret
Lister
If you feel you would like to
take part in our Summer Show
and would like more
information contact Margaret
Lister on 01953 483417
Annual Summer Show at Rocklands
Celebrations Celebrations You are all warmly invited to join
us at Choral Evensong at St
Mary‟s Church Watton on
Sunday 1st August at 530pm for
a special service of prayer and
beautiful church music and
afterwards for tea and cake
This is a celebration as our church
choir is one of 67 choirs affiliated
to the Royal School of Church
Music in Norfolk
Do come and enjoy the music and
see for yourselves You may
even want to join us We are
always happy to welcome new
members to the Choir
Goods amp services - warranties Repairs for goods can be expensive and it is very
important that warranties provide adequate
protection Unfortunately Citizens‟ Advice Bureaux
continue to hear about clients whose warranties
have not been honoured Here are some of the cases
dealt with by Bureaux throughout the country
Bishops Waltham reported that a woman had
purchased a buggy for pound150 at Babies R Us in
May 2009 She noticed that the elbow joints were
becoming loose and she believed this was
dangerous as it could pinch a child‟s fingers She
took it back to Babies R Us in January 2010 and
they sent it back to the manufacturer which
returned it and stated that the bolts had been
tightened (despite the fact that the joints were
riveted not bolted) The elbow joints did initially
seem tighter but the problem soon reappeared and
so the client took the buggy back again and
complained Babies R Us refused to replace the
buggy but sent it to their quality assurance
department which stated that the problem was due
to wear and tear She asked to see the manager
and explained that the buggy was within the
warranty period and that she was most unhappy
that her child was in danger every time she used
it The manager walked away and would not
discuss it Other customers came up to her in the
store and said they had had similar experiences
Southend saw a man who had bought a second
hand van for about pound4000 from The Van Centre
He had taken it back to the trader twice within six
weeks of purchasing it because the engine kept
cutting out and the client believed it was not safe
to drive Despite the fact that the van was covered
by warranty The Van Centre refused to rectify
the problems The client was frustrated at having
been sold a faulty van and very annoyed that he
received no help when he returned it He was also
very anxious and worried about the safety of the
vehicle especially as he had two children who
travel with him at times
Sometimes failure to honour a warranty is
compounded by other unfair trading practices such
as pressure to upgrade the faulty goods to a more
expensive version or mis-selling of inappropriate or
unnecessary insurance Ash told us about a client
who had problems with a secondhand vehicle She
had purchased a car with a warranty from a local
dealer using a hire purchase agreement In the first
12 months the car suffered repeated electrical
problems which the dealer was unable to resolve
The offer of a courtesy car was not honoured
resulting in additional expense for the client When
the client refused to drive the car again the dealer
encouraged her to exchange it for a newer model
and refinance The client agreed but the finance was
refused as a result of a poor credit rating The client
was left locked in a finance agreement for a car
which she considered unroadworthy despite the fact
that it was under warranty
Southend saw a woman who had purchased a
treadmill from Argos for pound29999 Four months
later she purchased breakdown insurance for pound44
However when the equipment needed repairing
she was told by Argos that the insurance was not
valid because it was taken out more than 45 days
after purchase She was given a handwritten note
saying that the claim was rejected by the insurer
Allianz Kings for this reason and was told that
she could ask them to refund her premium No
other remedy was offered When the adviser rang
Allianz Kings they were told that the insurance
did not cover the fault because the goods were
within the manufacturers two year warranty
period and a claim should in fact be made on this
Allianz Kings said that this is what Argos had
told them and there was no mention of the issue
of when the insurance was purchased The client
was annoyed at Argos for failing to rectify the
situation and identify who was responsible She
was also frustrated that she had been sold and
had begun to pay for insurance which appeared to
be useless and unnecessary at least for the two
years of the warranty
If you think that you have been similarly affected by
consumer issues and you would like help and advice
then please call in to your local Bureau or you could
also contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or
use their website at wwwconsumerdirectgovuk
Sports News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 23
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Attleborough High in the Beach Volleyball Tournament
Three teams from Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre were
entered into the first Norfolk Beach
volleyball Tournament on Great
Yarmouth central beach This was the first
volleyball competition the school has
entered and there was an air of excitement
after some good practice sessions
Two U16 boys teams from Attleborough
High were entered into the 15 strong
league
Team 1 consisting of Richard Adelugba
Daniel Dean Matthew Brookson and Joe
Whiterod took a while to get use to the
sand losing their first game against Notre
Dame 17-9 Communication and
technique improved dramatically and the
Attleborough team went on to win against
Alderman Peel team 2 (25-9) Great
Yarmouth team 2 (23-11) and Oriel team
3 (20-17) The whole team worked well
together with excellent serving and
committed dives shown by all particularly
Richard saw Attleborough Team 1 sail
through to the play-off
Team 2 from Attleborough High consisted
of Callum Langstaff Jake Horscroft
Matthew Miller and Daniel Thompson
Some excellent combination play between
Callum and Jake saw this team win their
first game against Lynn Grove 19-11
Matthew put in some excellent serves in
the second game and Daniel‟s athletic
dives saw another win against Alderman
Peel team 3 (24-18) This team lost focus a
little towards the end and lost their final
two games against Oriel team 1 and Great
Yarmouth team 3 With two big wins to
start the tournament Attleborough team 2
managed to come 2nd in their group and
go into the play-off‟s
Team 1 played two teams to battle it out
for 1st 2nd and 3rd place Confidence was
boosted with great combinations of dig
set and smash to gain a win over
Alderman Peel team 1 (17-14) Next was
the unbeaten Oriel team 1 who always
took 3 touches to control and set up the
perfect smash was Attleborough found
hard to return
Final score here was 11-8 to Oriel
Attleborough Team 1 finished in 2nd
place out of 15 teams
Team 2 from AHS faced Notre Dame and
Oriel team 3 in their play-off and even
though excellent commitment was shown
to get even the slightest touch on the ball
two defeats left them in 6th place out of 15
One U16 girls team from Attleborough
High was entered consisting of Lauren
Willingham Annalise Gray Holly
Warren Ellie Philpott Sinead
Bollingbroke and Charlotte Ord The
girls team had 2 substitutes and took a
while to get use to the rotation of
positions The first game against
Alderman Peel 1 saw a closely contested
battle with some brilliant smashes from
Lauren but unfortunately the final
whistle blew at 17-16 to the opponents
With great determination and some
excellent set plays coming together from
Anna and Ellie the girls team went to
win three of their final games Caister
(19-16) Alderman Peel 4 (20-16) and
Lynn Grove (34-8)
Three out of four wins saw the
Attleborough High School girls through to
the grand final to play Notre Dame Even
though Sinead served brilliantly
throughout the team lost 48-21 leaving
Attleborough U16 girls to finish 2nd out
of 11 teams
Player from Watton United FC took
a break from the World Cup action
this month to try their hand on the
golf course at their 4th Annual Golf
Tournament on Friday 25th June
An impressive total of 23 x 4 man
teams competed this year The
competition comprised of 18 holes
under stableford rules with prizes
for the individual best score and
team score taking the best two
scores on each hole from each team
This year also saw the presentation
of the RICK NEAVE cup in
memory of Watton United‟s former
manager being awarded to the
highest scoring individual who has
played for Watton United FC and a
new award presented to the person
with the lowest overall round
The club were pleased to see a
number of current club members
taking part together with some
familar faces from the past including
ex Watton United Managers Tony
Shipp Bob Taylor and ex players
Andy Hunt Paul Jarvis Daryl
Woodward Andy Campbell and
Richard Spillman Ollie Applegate
Karl Pitcher all appearing in teams
for the first time
Winners were as follows
BEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE 1st B
Taylor (47 points) 2nd H Waters (46
points) 3rd D Rudling (45 points)gt
BEST TEAM SCORE 1st Team
Spillman (S Spillman R Spillman
D Rudling I Bonser (99 points) 2nd
Team Shipp (T Shipp G Rowlands
K Kitteridge T Lyons (97 points)
3rd Team Wordley (S Wordley R
Bailey P Legrice M Mace (95
points)
RICK NEAVE CUP Bob Taylor (47
Points)
LOWEST GROSS ROUND Paul
Matless (72 shots)
OTHER AWARDS Nearest The Pin
(Hole 3) - Jon Sproston Longest
Drive (Hole 9) - Stuart Livock
Longest Drive (Hole 13) - P Matless
Nearest The Pin (Hole 17) - Phil
Patience Wooden Spoon (Paul
Rayner)
The club would like to again extend
its thanks to thanks Simon Jessop at
Richmond Park Golf Club for
providing excellent hospitality
throughout the day and allowing the
club to put on this much needed
fundraiser each year Details of next
year‟s competition will available in
2011
Pictured are the winning team left to
right S Spillman D Rudling R
Spillman I Bonser
Watton Uniteds 4th Annual Golf Day
ST MARYrsquoS CHURCH WATTON
GRAND FETE amp CAR BOOT SALE
on the field next to St Maryrsquos Church Car Park Saturday 21st August from 900am to 100pm
Raffle ~ Games ~ Cakes ~ Refreshments Car boot places at pound4 per car no need to book Please contact the Parish Office 01953 881252
Picture Supplied
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 24 Sports News
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12 Noon on the 16th August Page space is allocated strictly on a first come first served basis Deadline is the latest
date and time that copy will be considered for inclusion Arrival of copy before
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If you are submitting on paper you MUST sign and include your contact details
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Street Watton IP25 6AE Or you can leave copy in the bin at Adcocks 32 High
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The e-mail address is julianmidnorfolktimescom
All views expressed in the Mid-Norfolk Times are those of the contributors and
not the publishers While every care and effort has been taken to ensure accuracy
the publisher cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions
This issue of the Mid-Norfolk Times was published by Julian Horn 32 High Street Watton IP25 6AE and printed through
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EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 10 Gardening
Gardening in Navasota Texas with Helen Quinn Pictured this month is one of the
loveliest flowering trees in this area is
the Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia
indica) It is now available in a
variety of pinks lavenders and reds
and sizes range from miniature to
compact mid-size to large Some of
them have a wonderfully interesting
bark with hues of cinnamon silvery-
grey or light brown some patterned
and some with a peeling
characteristic The Crape Myrtle
Aphid loves this tree and people often
wonder what the sticky substance is
that sometimes drips from the leaves
ndash simply put it is honeydew that
passes through the aphid‟s body after
it feeds Crape Myrtles are often
planted around car parks in the
dividing beds posing a very sticky
problem to anyone who parks under
one They grow so well here that the
ldquobig townrdquo up the road College
Station has designated itself as the
Crape Myrtle Capital of Texas
Sometimes it grows too well and
becomes a pest with far-reaching
underground suckers producing
unwanted trees
The figs are in This year I have the
best crop in quite some time and I‟m
managing to keep up with the birds
and squirrels The variety I have is
ldquoTexas Everbearingrdquo
and true to its name it
will probably have a
couple more fruit
crops before the
weather starts to get
cold The fruit is small but oh-so-
sweet My Farmers Market customers
are very happy to see Fig Jam at last
Figs are thirsty trees so all the rain
we have had with various tropical
storms and distant hurricanes has
been very much to their liking
Another bonus is that in several
places where the branches have
touched the ground there are quite a
few well rooted self-layered young
fig trees People often ask where they
can buy this variety of fig tree and I
have just the place to find them new
homes in the autumn
Speaking of hurricanes it always
amazes me how a storm making
landfall 400 ndash 500 miles to the west
can produce so much rain here The
Gulf Coast from Galveston down to
the Mexican border has been
inundated several times already this
year and many streets in Houston
have been under water on a regular
basis We are inland here (about 70
miles northwest of Houston) so are
usually spared much of the worst of
these storms The grass needs to be
cut twice a week now thanks to the
unusual amount of rain for the time
of year There is definitely a case to
be made for exploring turf grass
alternatives because by the time the
heavy night dew has dried off it is
too hot to push a lawnmower This is
a good time to stay inside and make
dream changes to the landscape ndash in
my case to find a way to eliminate a
lot of the foliage plants in the shade
to help cut down on the mosquito
population Not only do they make
life unpleasant with their voracious
feeding frenzies but some of them
transmit an often fatal disease called
West Nile Virus
Tomatoes are shutting down They just
don‟t set fruit once the night time
temperatures exceed 70F (21C) The
experts advise against trying to carry
the large fruited varieties through to
autumn but with a little pruning they
will produce again once the
temperatures drop Some years we are
still picking tomatoes at Christmas
Small fruited varieties usually do much
better except they grow so large that it
is not unusual to have 10ft vines
climbing all over everything else I like
the Italian ldquopasterdquo type tomatoes such
as Roma or Viva Italia Aubergines
and Peppers especially the hot
Jalapentildeos and even hotter Habaneros
thrive in the hottest weather as long as
they are watered The strawberries are
about done too but they have produced
dozens of runners with happy little
baby plants rooting all over the place
(even in the lawn) Most of the herbs
are thriving except for a few
Mediterranean types which are
protesting against the high humidity
The countdown to cooler weather
begins ndash only two more months to go
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August - holidays dog days of
summer silly season in the press I‟m
writing this on St Swithin‟s Day and
right now it‟s a monsoon Wellies out
for August if you believe the legend
Nothing much happens in the average
garden in August so they say Many
experts will tell that this is the month
for sitting back and enjoying the
fruits of your spring and early
summer labours and if you grow veg
it‟s harvest time They also bemoan
the fact that most of the flowers are
over Since I am no expert I agree
with most of what they say except
that sitting back never seems to be an
option in my garden They never told
the weeds for a start These tough
plants big and small thrived in the
July heat wave when all else fried
drooped or just plain gave up They
went from seedlings to seeding in two
weeks flat so now their descendants
will be there for years One year‟s
seed is seven years‟ weed according
to legend Probably true
As far as a barren month for flowers
goes this is simply not as true as it
may have been some years ago I
have done a very small trawl as to
what‟s available to flower from now
until at least autumn and the choice is
staggering All it needs is a bit of
forward planning with succession in
mind Failing that look at garden
centres nurseries market stalls and
car boot sales for what‟s in flower
Annuals like calendula nigella and
cornflowers will keep going until
frosted but will have set seed and will
return next year I am told that self-
sown sweet peas are earlier and
stronger than those sown either in
October or spring and carefully
nurtured Back to August One of the
best and showiest plants is the
Agapanthus family Some are fully
hardy and some not so it‟s a good
idea with anything that flowers at this
time of year to check labels Fully
hardy usually means down to -15c
frost hardy down to -5c and half-
hardy down to 0c Alchemilla mollis
(lady‟s mantle) is not supposed to be
hardy but mine reappeared after the
hard winter this year It also seeds
about and the seedlings will appear
next year It‟s either a generous plant
or a nuisance The Japanese
Anemone is supposed to be fully
hardy liking full sun or semi-shade
The heat saw mine off Next time
they‟re going in the shade Ceanothus
is an interesting family of plants The
usual ones flower in spring and are
hardy Most people I know lost the lot
in the winter as well as the hebes
However I have come across a
variety of Ceanothus called
bdquoAutumnal Blue‟ that flowers August
to October There‟s also good old-
fashioned Buddleja that seems to be
bomb-proof and I was surprised to
see a listing of 16 different varieties
There are lots of clematis even the
large-flowered ones in bloom from
August onward It is possible to have
clematis in flower every day of the
year admittedly some of them need
either protection or a mild climate
Another old favourite is Astrantia
Originally the Major only was
available in greenish white They
have become so popular in the last 20
years or so that they are now
available in shades of white through
to deepest red and all are good bdquodoers‟
as far as hardiness and ability to stand
up to most of the weather thrown at
them Then we get to crocosmia
(montbretia when I was a kid) - all
shades of red orange and yellow
dahlias (need a separate article) and
some roses will keep going till
November or even Christmas if the
weather is mild and they have shelter
Apart from shopping there‟s still
work to be done Lawns still need
cutting not too short if it‟s dry but
even then if they go brown grass will
recover nine times out of 10 Feed
containers and even tired border
perennials with a liquid tomato food
each week to encourage them to
bloom into the early autumn Keep
picking flowers to encourage more
Alpines that have developed bare
patches of die-back or have become
weedy can be tidied up by in-filling
the patches with gritty compost This
will encourage new growth as well as
improving their appearance
Collect and store seed of hardy
annuals and perennials for sowing
later in the autumn Good plants to try
include Calendula Nigella Cerinthe
Poppies Aquilegia and hardy
Geranium Apart from the hardy
Geraniums all these will happily do
this for you all by themselves
Buy or order spring-flowering bulbs
Some bulbs can be planted now such
as Colchicum daffodils and Madonna
lilies Most of the spring catalogues
are out now making it feel like
autumn
It‟s necessary to keep a check on
pests - spray if you use chemicals but
do this only according to the
manufacturer‟s instructions but for
the organic pick off caterpillars go
on slug and snail hunts and net
against butterflies I know they‟re
pretty but to see cabbages and
broccoli covered in caterpillars is a
nightmare They seem to hatch
overnight all at once even if you
thought you‟d wiped out the little
clusters of yellow eggs I know it
happened to my purple sprouting last
year Net time
It‟s a good time to make a plan for
next year and start thinking about any
seeds you may want Those
catalogues will be on the mat very
soon along with all those Christmas
ones you don‟t want
In your garden with Lotta Potts
Tomato - Tomayto
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Gardening Mid-Norfolk Times Page 11
A meeting was held at the Old
Buckenham Church Rooms on
Saturday 26 June to set up the Old
Buckenham Allotment Society
Eighteen people attended and it was
agreed that Tim Bornett would chair
this inaugural meeting
It was formally agreed to establish an
Old Buckenham Allotment Society
and discussion took place on its
function and its purpose
The Society is to be open to all
individuals who live in the
parish or immediate
neighbourhood and who
have an interest in
allotments or wish to
obtain a plot in the future
Some basic rules were
adopted after further
discussion and debate As
the proposed constitution
would allow the rules to be
amended if at least half of
all members agreed it was
decided to adopt a bdquowait
and see‟ approach to any
rule changes
The following were
elected as officers Tim
Bornett would be
chairman Keith Hodgson
secretary and Tom North
treasurer
The meeting agreed to
seek affiliation to the
National Allotment and
Leisure Society and the
secretary would write to
the Parish Council
informing them of the
formation of the society
There was general debate
on the provision of
allotments in the Parish
and it was agreed to write
to the Parish Council
asking for their working
party on allotments to
meet more often and
provide feedback
Decisions on who would
run the allotments would
await model rules from the
National Allotment and
Leisure Society and an
agreement with the Parish
Council A person wanting
an allotment does not
necessarily have to belong
to Old Buckenham
Allotment Society Some two acres
of land would be needed to provide
up to 18 plots and there was
discussion on the suitability of
possible sites including the provision
of water and access to the plots
It was agreed that members would
pay pound5 as a joining fee and that the
treasurer would collect this at the
next meeting which would be held
on Monday 12 July Courtesy
httpoldbuckenhamblogspotcom
Flowers gardens good company and
a tasty lunch were enjoyed in
glorious weather by members and
friends at the July meeting held in
Joy Tunmores garden Wearing
buttonholes everyone strolled round
the garden for a plant identification
quiz sweet peas were judged and
plants sold
Competitions - Best Corsage was
worn by Sue Blackett Jane Cannells
sweet peas were placed first and
Shirley Betts had the most points in
the plant identification quiz
Next Meeting will be held on 12th
August 2010 at Old Buckenham
Village Hall 2 pm when The Girls
will be arranging from Whats in the
Box
The competition is for an
arrangement in a box and the table
show is for three stems of hot colour
from the border
Visitors are always very
welcome Further details
from Pat 01953 457305
or Sally 01953 788712
The Attleborough amp District
Horticultural Society annual Rose
amp Sweet Pea Show was held as
usual in the beautiful surroundings
of Peter Beales Rose Gardens and
the glorious summer evening
encouraged a good turnout of
members and guests
The award for the Best Rose
Exhibit and the Peter Beales
Trophy went to Ray Snow who
also won the award for the Best
Rose Bloom The Best Sweet Pea
Exhibit and the Len Revell Trophy
was won by Jan Delaney who also
took the prize for the Best Sweet
Pea Stem Sally Westrup took the
awards for the Best Flower
Arrangement and also Best
Photograph
Prior to the presentation of prizes
by the mayor of Attleborough there
was a tribute to Jackie Swain
whose sudden and untimely death
is a great loss not only to
the Society of which she
was vice-chairman but
also to many other
organisations in the local
area She worked
tirelessly behind the
scenes and was always
happy to help out in any
way she possibly could
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Sowing the seeds of an Allotment Society
Our June meeting was entertained by
Jim Paine our speaker for the
evening I met him as he brought in
the first of a number of crates
containing a variety of plants to
illustrate his talk entitled bdquoRight
Plant Right Placebdquo We had to find a
second large table to accommodate
all the bdquoprops‟ for his talk and these
were so large he almost disappeared
behind them Jim started with a brief
resume of what he and his Rocklands
Walnut Tree Nursery do and the
ideas behind their aims Established
in 1998 with partner Clare Billington
Walnut Tree is a traditional nursery
not a garden centre and they raise all
their own plants including trees from
seed with 1000-1250 different
species available through the year
This perfectly describes his principle
that plants should be centre stage in a
garden not the hard landscaping and
decking that can look so tired after a
relatively short while I don‟t think he
cares much for decking They also
use their own garden to demonstrate
the development of plants over a
period of years and have joined with
other nurseries in a marketing co-
operative which operates throughout
Norfolk and we collected some of
their leaflets As they are not in
competition customers get a well-
organised service to set up their
gardens either from scratch or just to
find a plant to solve a particular
problem We were advised to visit
gardens as well as taking information
from books and the media Take a
notebook and camera as well to see
what works and why and then add
lists to your garden plans
Herbaceous borders are labour-
intensive but there again so is grass
if grown properly and far more
satisfaction can be gained from as
wide a border as possible I don‟t
think he cares much for grass either
A good tip also is to try and avoid
using one plant - this can give a
bdquodotty‟ impression so restricting the
palette and using blocks of plants
repeatedly gives more rhythm
So we get from the set up to the aim
of making each garden work for its
owner in terms of understanding
plant ecology and the micro-climate
involved Each garden may well have
some parts in full sun some in part
shade and some in full shade such as
under trees or shrubs There may also
be different moisture levels and
acidityalkalinity levels Equally an
open windy site can be transformed
over the years into a sheltered one as
plants grow so a garden is constantly
evolving So much for the science
Jim then showed us the selection of
plants he had brought Each of them
demonstrated the principles of how to
get the right one in its preferred
setting to do well He really got the
bit between his teeth on this as it is so
important for the customer to achieve
the desired effect He showed us that
hostas and similar broad leafed plants
need some shade as they lose so
much water through their leaves in
transpiration However modern
varieties have been bred to tolerate
sun provided their roots are in moist
soil At the opposite end of the scale
he showed us that pinks have narrow
grey leaves that are covered in tiny
hairs to trap any moisture going and
these and similar upright plants will
be best suited to dry sunny
conditions Another example of this
is the lychnis (woolly lambs‟ ears)
which also has silvery-grey leaves
that feel as though they are made of
felt These self-seed freely and are
well suited to gravel gardens as well
as herbaceous borders If self-seeders
work for you they‟ll help with the
rhythm effect of creating blocks
down the borders all by themselves
Some plants are more robust than
others Astrantia for instance prefers
some shade but will tolerate full sun
as will hardy geraniums
Many of the spring flowering shrubs
and bulbs tend to be happiest in a
woodland area so they can flower and
set seed before the canopy closes
over Think rhododendrons and
bluebells They then have time to
bulk up ready for next year‟s display
Later flowering plants for shade can
have architectural leaves such as
heucherella epimedium brunnera
These all have beautiful leaves
followed by tall stems with dainty
flowers The saxifrage and dicentra
families prefer moist conditions but
will tolerate dry and hate water
logging in winter
After a question and answer session
we were allowed to buy the plants
Jim had brought and the design
element of avoiding impulse buying
went straight out of the window I
don‟t know how Jim packs so much
information into an hour I am sure
he will be receiving more visitors
as a result One other thing to bear
in mind Walnut Tree is local so
from an environmental point of
view the furthest the plants will
travel is from the nursery to your
garden with advice thrown in Beats
the ones that arrive from the
continent in large lorries to sheds
doesn‟t it
The mini-show was bdquoA Floral
Arrangement in an Unusual
Container‟ and was won by Ralph
Kinsley with three cream
Zantedeschias (calla lilies) in a
banana That‟s sure unusual Ralph
Second was Violet Simmons with a
display of dainty spring flowers
contrasting nicely with a walking
boot
Third went to Geoff Twelftree with a
teapot
There was nothing to choose between
the last two entries so HC went
jointly to Mary Marriott with a giant
teacup and saucer and Jackie
Priestley with a decorative mini
watering can
It was nice to see all the entries
colour-coded with the containers
We finished as usual with Geoff‟s
Tips for July including feed and
spray roses tie in wandering stems of
climbers plant hardy cyclamen and
summer prune wisteria
Bradenham amp District Horticultural Society
Breckland Flower and Garden Club
Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 12 News
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On Thursday 15th July the
whole of Watton Westfield
Infant amp Nursery School
followed a carousel of activities
for a very healthy day
Norwich City Football Club sent
along some trainers from
bdquoFootball in the Community‟
and the children took part in a
penalty shootout competition
The winning children will
receive trophies footballs kit
and everyone will receive a
certificate for participating
The dental nurses brought their
special crocodile puppets so the
children could see how to care
for their teeth They provided lot
of fun
Later everyone had to solve
riddles and follow on exercise
trail around the lovely school
grounds to collect treasures
(pictured below)
In the hall the pupils did jump
rope aerobic activities to keep
their hearts healthy
Also Mr George a well-known
local chef and parent governor
taught the children how to make
fruit kebabs The children tasted
fruit they had never tried before
The whole day culminated with
bdquoA Big Thank you Assembly‟
when everyone sang a rousing
version of the Westfield Healthy
Song
It was an exhausting but
thoroughly enjoyable day The
school would like to thank
everyone who helped to make
the day a great success
Healthy School Day at Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School
Key to Pictures
Top left Kieron Phoenix
reaching new heights in
the skipping exercise
Top right Lewis Pinkney
scoring a terrific penalty _
a future England Player
perhaps
Mid Left Ibbi Ivory
showing how the girls are
just as good as the boys at
penalties
Mid Right Josh Stadius-
Horn cornering like Lewis
Hamilton in the
playground
Left Left - Beau-Kerry
Bonner (touching yellow
bowl) Right - Abbie
Dennis (fruit on stick)
enjoying the fruits of the
labours of local chef Mr
George
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 13
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Children Always Welcome
By Edith Pleasance
The spell of lovely weather we are
enjoying as I write this takes me back
to the hot Summer days of my
childhood One incident I shall never
forget was the time our mother took us
three children for a rare day at the
seaside
We were up and about early to pack
our swimsuits and cheese sandwiches
together with a slice each of Mum‟s
fruit cake to sustain us A bottle of
lemonade with a couple of chipped
cups all packed into a straw bag and
we were ready to go
Our walk to the nearest beach took
around forty minutes then came the
usual argument about which square
yard of the front we would occupy Ma
preferred the top end near the wall
while we kids wanted to be as near the
water‟s edge as possible As usual we
split the difference and settled
somewhere in the centre An old piece
of blanket was spread on the sand
while Tom our eldest fetched a deck
chair for our mum to sit in which
would cost her threepence for the full
day when the deckchair collector came
around Then we children were ready
to enjoy our outing
As the eldest girl I was given the task
of looking after two-year-old Joey (a
right little handful Ma called him) We
had our jamjar with string around the
neck to form a handle and headed for
the rocks which though slippery were
fairly shallow and had many crystal-
clear pools where we gathered to stir
the pebbles and seaweed with many
squeals of delight to reveal the
treasures that the tide had left To the
opposite side of the beach the cliffs
rose high above and sometimes we
would see the older children attempting
to scale them However we were given
strict instructions to keep well away
and stay on the left
After some time our mum beckoned us
in to eat and drink our picnic We were
proudly showing her our bdquocatch‟ of a
couple of minute crabs and an
assortment of tiny anemones we also
had a length of bladderwrack that we
loved to press to make it crack We
suddenly became aware of people
shouting and running towards the
cliffs bdquoSome fool has got himself stuck
halfway up‟ said Ma bdquonot the first and
won‟t be the last I‟ll wager‟
The rest of that day was enjoyed with
us kids running in and out of the rising
tide and practising our doggy paddle
until at around four o‟clock we were
rounded up dried off and ready for the
walk home which somehow always
seemed longer and more tiring than the
outward journey
News of any sort quickly buzzed
around our village by word of mouth
but it wasn‟t until the following
morning that Ma Taylor from next
door brought the local daily
newspaper to show the headline
reading ldquoTwo children drowned after
falling from the cliffs at Petitorrdquo They
were brother and sister to a large
family living on our estate where
everybody knew everyone else
Apparently a toddler had run away
from his older sister when in trying to
catch and hold on to him both
stumbled and fell down the cliff face to
plunge into deep water and drowned
The thought that we were enjoying
ourselves on the beach just yards from
where those two kiddies died clawing
at the rocks fighting for their lives will
stay in my memory for ever
---o0o--- Edith Pleasance copy 030710
A Seaside Memory Customer Services on the road Not a bdquoone stop shop‟ but a bdquoone
stop bus‟ will be pulling into
Breckland villages in the next few
weeks
Breckland Council in partnership
with Poultec training has launched
a new mobile service to bring
access to services out into local
communities The eye-catching bus
is equipped with the very latest
satellite technology so residents
who use it will experience exactly
the same speedy access to services
as callers to the main Council
customer service centres
At the One Stop Bus you can get
advice support and information
about Council services This may
be about Council Tax or Benefits -
or you may want to book a bulk
collection or report a missed refuse
collection Service Connectors will
be available on Thursdays and
Fridays and the last Wednesday of
every month and are committed to
helping the all customers The bus
will be making a number of regular
stops around the district and details
of the times and locations will be
available on the Breckland Council
website
Councillor Adrian Stasiak said
ldquoWe really want to put customer
service in the spotlight and
encourage people to access council
services The bus and the one stop
shops are just some of the ways in
which we are taking our services to
people around the districtrdquo
Services delivered in complete
privacy include
Applications for and enquiries
about Housing and Council Tax
Benefits
Payments for Council services
(including Council Tax) using
debit
Requesting a bulky waste
collection or
Reporting an abandoned vehicle
Telephone and website access will
also be available to specialist
advisers in
The Citizens Advice Bureau
Norfolk County Council
Plus many other partner agencies
Edward Bales Managing Director
of Poultec said ldquoWe are very
pleased to be working in
partnership with Breckland and this
supports the vocational skills work
we are already doing with schools
and in the wider community
ldquoVocational skills are all about
raising aspirations and this will
enable us to help more people
further their skills and give
themselves a brighter futurerdquo
Visit our website for further details
of the one stop bus and details of
locations and times of when and
where you can visit the bus ndash
wwwbrecklandgovuk
one_stop_bus
Friday 6 August 10 - 12Noon
Saham Toney (Community Centre)
2pm ndash 4pm Great Ellingham
(Outside shop and Post Office)
Friday 13 August 10 - 12Noon Old
Buckenham Village Hall 2pm ndash
4pm New Buckenham The George
Pub
Thursday 19 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Swanton Morley Village Hall 2pm
ndash 4pm Bawdeswell Village Hall
Friday 20 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Weeting Village Hall 2pm ndash 4pm
Mundford Village Hall
Wednesday 25 August 10 ndash
12Noon Thetford Abbey Car park
2pm ndash 4pm Hockham Village Hall
Thursday 26 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Shipdham Village Green 2pm ndash
4pm Mattishall Village Hall
Friday 27 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Banham Community Centre 2pm
ndash 4pm East Harling Market
Square
Adrian Stasiak Executive Member
for Communicates and Benefits at
Breckland Council with Edward
Bayles Managing Director of
Poultec and members of the One
Stop Bus team
Mornin ter orl onya or iffen yewre
hed yer dinna thas artanoon ter orl
onya
Spect yor well inta yer nu teartas by
now thar cummin up orlrite spite not
hevin a lot o rearn
Cos Horry he say his bin diggin
hissun fer wicks we dornt set a lotta
stor by his tearls tho
Tha ole Willuj Horl hed a meetin
larst wik n Horry n me thort we‟d
jine in
Blarst tha ole mawtha inna tha chare
gissus a rare ole luk n she say ldquoWot
yew tew duin in hare tha meetin is
privaterdquo ldquoThas orl riterdquo say Horry
ldquoWe sharnt lissen ter wot yewre a
sayinrdquo I rekoned we orta sit tite cos
ware bin hare a lotlonga than har n
tha ole football warnt wuth wotchin
nither
Tha ole kermitee ware a clakin on fer
a fare wile an Horry sorta gin ter
snor but as sune as thar torked about
anutha o tha gret ole grub nites He
wos up onna his feet wolunteerin ter
tearst orl tha offrins jist in cearse tha
doont mit tha rite standuds
Tha ole Chearwumon she giv Horry
wun o tha luks wott‟l bun worta she
say ldquoYew et moost of ennyonus larst
time yew grate ole pig yew rekkun
yew shud be barred fra orl ower
doo‟s yew allus cors a hellup dew
yew siddown a kipya clacka shutrdquo
Well tha sorta put Horry in his
plearce fer a while
Summonem rekkun‟d we orta hev
one o tha bottle banks meark a bit a
munny for tha horl
Cos thet gotta tha ole chearwumon a
garpin at us tew she sed atween us
we cud fill tha thing up inna coupla
daze I dint no wot she ware a gittin
at cos I allus teark my ole bottles
back to tha pub tha lanlord gissus
tuppence fer evra bottle mindyew I
git tha feelin thet he shuv tuppence
onna a pint o mild ony I doont offen
git a rownd in since tha furrinas
mooved inta tha Big Horl up tha
rood yew ony hev to ware a dutty
ole cap n stic a bitta straw in ya gob
n luk sorta dwany n thars a baer onna
tha tearble
Anyways the Horl Kermitee hev
agreed to hev a gret ole grub nite
sune Horry sekunded thet mowshun
n I thurded it but we wus towd to
keep ower nooses owt tha horls
bisness Tha kermitee‟ll hefta arsk
tha cowncil abowt gittin wun o tha
bottle banks cos thet mite wont
plannin permishun
I shull tell yew orl abowt ower posh
grub nite anutha time thas time for
my fourses
Dew yew keep a troshin Sid
The Ovington Crower
Watton Town Council owns and
runs a community bus which is
used by the elderly and disabled at
the discretion of the council
The bus is used on a weekly basis
Monday to Friday to transport
elderly residents from their homes
to the Wayland Luncheon Club
This service is a vital part of some
resident‟s lives enabling them to
enjoy a meal and socialise It is
primarily for those who may have
become isolated for a variety of
reasons
The Council relies on volunteers to
drive the bus and although we now
have regular drivers to cover the
five days we are looking for
volunteers who would be prepared
to cover for holidays and sickness
so you if you can spare a few hours
per week on an occasional basis at
short notice we would be pleased to
hear from you
Contact the Town Clerk ndash Jacqui
Seal on 01953 881007
WANTED Community Bus Drivers
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 14 News
Two bumper cheques for Chairman Charity
Two bumper cheques for pound1136 have
been presented to Diabetes UK and
Cancer Research UK by Cllr John
Rogers previous Chairman of
Breckland Council
The money was raised through a
variety of fundraising events which
Cllr Rogers has held this year
including an auction and raffle held at
the Chairman‟s reception and Clerk to
Watton Town Council Jacqui Seal
held a garden party and raised pound22000
which she kindly donated to the
Chairman‟s charity
The presentation took place at the
Watton Pentecostal Church on Harvey
Street in Watton during the regular
monthly meeting of the Watton and
District Support Group for Diabetes
The group meet once a month on the
second Monday of very month and
have been meeting for four years
Receiving the cheques were Paul Fleet
area volunteer manager who accepted
on behalf of Cancer Research UK Paul
said ldquoCancer Research UK is the
leading independent funder of cancer
research in Europe We are almost
entirely funded by the public with very
little government funding Without the
generosity and dedication of our
supporters we would not be able to
continue to make progress against
cancer The donation from Cllr Rogers
and Breckland Council is very much
appreciated and will go a long way in
funding our continued work in the fight
against cancer
Ron Thompson accepted the cheque on
behalf of Diabetes UK and said the
funds would be used to fund holidays
for children with diabetes
Ron commented ldquoDiabetes UK has
been organising family weekends and
children‟s holidays for many years We
are very pleased to accept the cheque
on behalf of the Eastern Region for
Diabetes UKrdquo
Cllr Rogers said ldquoI am so pleased to be
able to present these cheques to two
hardworking and worthwhile charities
that I have supported over the past year
ldquoCancer Research‟s groundbreaking
work into the prevention diagnosis and
treatment of cancer has helped save
millions of lives This work is funded
entirely by the public which is why
fundraising events are so important
ldquoThere are three million people in
the UK living with diabetes and
20000 children in the UK have
diabetes We have had many
fundraising events this year to help
Diabetes UK continue our work to
improve the lives of people with
diabetes
Cllr Rogers Ron Thompson and members of the Watton and District support group for Diabetes UK
Attleborough High School and Sixth
Form Centre Geography teacher Joel
Rodker has earned the exciting
opportunity to experience cutting-edge
environmental research work on an
expedition to Belarus this summer
Earlier this year Earthwatch the
international environmental charity
invited UK-based secondary level
teachers of geography science and
citizenship to apply to join its
expedition Belarus Wetlands from 2-
11 August 2010
Joel who is also the school‟s Lead
Teacher for the Environment is one of
eight successful applicants who will be
helping Earthwatch scientists to find
effective ways of conserving the
unique wetlands of Belarus hiking to
sampling sites to collect data which
will help the scientists to select
wetlands which are in need of
protection
Wetlands in Belarus make up 14 per
cent of the country Particularly
threatened and little-studied are the
oligotrophic (low nutrient) or bdquoraised‟
bogs which are the focus of the Belarus
Wetlands research project Bogs are
extremely important as they improve
the gas composition of the atmosphere
carry out climate regulation and
regulate water flows on the surface and
within the soil
Experienced facilitators will help Joel
and the other teachers to link the
research and their experiences on the
project to the curriculum On his return
to Attleborough High Joel will use his
new knowledge to inform the learning
of the students at the school The
teachers on the project will work
together to devise educational
resources for use in the classroom and
these resources will be made available
for others to use
Speaking about the trip Joel Rodker
said ldquoThis is a very special opportunity
to visit a fascinating environment meet
like-minded people and learn a huge
amount in a short space of time I want
to inspire our students to do similar
things I intend to share my
experiences with the staff and students
at Attleborough High and also to
demonstrate links between the
protection of important ecosystems in
Belarus and looking after the
environment in our own community
for example the impact on the
environment of the school wildlife
pond we are in the process of creatingrdquo
The 2010 Earthwatch educator
expedition to Belarus is kindly
supported by ICAP and the Garfield
Western Foundation To find out
how you can join an Earthwatch
expedition in 2010 call +44 (0)1865
318831 or visit
wwwearthwatchorgeurope
Local teacher to become a hero for the planet on an Earthwatch expedition
President beryl Brannan presided
over the first meeting of the new
Inner Wheel year She welcomed
Ann Akister‟s visitor Jenny
Bickerton from Canterbury and
everybody else Special mention for
Angela Rowlings our newest
member whom Beryl inducted to our
group Angela is a Honorary
Member
Our meeting held at the home of
Karen Barwood was an exotic
demonstration of Belly Dancing
Allison Dickson Sheila Harwood
and Karen Barwood all performed for
us in full flowing costume The
movements to music were elegant
and peaceful and full of emotion
which is more than can be said when
we were asked to join in General
wobbling of body parts was about all
we could muster but it entertained
those who elected to watch Karen
Sheila and Allison were thanked by
Beryl for an unusual but appreciated
evening
The Strawberry Tea raised pound64460
and 88 people attended the money
will go to UNICEF
The visit to Kew Gardens was very
enjoyable and the boat trip was
blessed with a wonderful breeze
giving a good finish to the day many
thanks to Brenda Davis for
organising everything in her usual
efficient manner
We are having a stall at the Wayland
Show and will be pleased to see you
all there
Future events include a lunchtime
concert with the Breckland Breeze
Wind Quartet on Septmber 15th and
on the 1st October a Barn Dance at
the Queens Hall
The Raffle with three prizes was won
by Ann Akister Peggy Barley and
Beryl Brannan We had a very
enjoyable evening amidst friends
The Inner Wheel Club of Watton
Letter to the Editor Thank you for printing an article in
your June issue on St Marys Church
Houghton on the Hill I am writing
to ask if any of your readers would
enjoy helping in the garden or
welcoming visitors to the church I
love this church and the peace that
surrounds it when I lived in
Swaffham I used to go regularly and
help in the garden that surrounds the
church unfortunately I now live in
Cromer so I can only go once a
month or so Last week when I
visited I was told that they were short
of volunteers so if you can spare and
hour or two a weekmonthevery now
and then please phone Bob Davey on
01760 440470 Dee Roye
This is the first in a series of little
anecdotes written by a good old
Norfolk boy (but not written in
Norfolk for the sake of all them old
infiltrators)
Do you remember the vets off
Watton High Street - up Worms
Yard I used to own a big old dog -
I was often seen walking him
around Watton That was before the
days of poo bags and red litter
bins Anyway I woke up one
morning and read the obituaries in
the EDP to make sure it was OK to
get out of bed and went down to
take the dog for an early morning
walk He gave me a bit of a shock
because he had gone all cross eyed
I thought I had better take him to
the vets and walked him down to
the surgery Fortunately the vet
could see him right away so I took
him in and the vet picked him up
looked into his eyes and had a good
look round him
Im going to have to put him
down he said
Well I said tears welling up
Thats a bit of a shock I will be
very sorry to see him go especially
because hes only gone cross-eyed
No you daft br the vet said
Hes heavy
Wilfson remembers
Lee Higgs of Edwards
Newsagents Watton
ldquoYour Ideal Shoprdquo makes a
presentation to Lucy
Vallerine who has recently
been judged to be the most
reliable and accurate News
Delivery person out of
more than sixty juvenile
staff employed by Edwards
Newsagents
Edwards presently deliver
newspapers and magazines
to over two thousand homes
across the Wayland area
and speaking of Lucy‟s
contribution to the excellent
service offered by Edwards
Lee Higgs said ldquoLucy has
been employed for 8
months and has never
missed a day or been late I
have great pleasure in
making this presentation
recognising her hard workrdquo
Well done Lucy
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 15
By David and Carolyn Jessup
It‟s always good to have a driving
licence as it gives the local people
an extra string to their bow when
seeking a job It seems like with
many things in South Africa that
there is a certain amount of
corruption involved with driving
tests Ivy decided that she wanted
to take a test and had already been
told by Cute the girlfriend of her
boss that the Examiners were open
to monetary persuasion She
decided that rather than chance
failing she would try this route -
failing would of course bring the
additional expense of at least one
further test
Ivy contacted the Examiner
who agreed that he would
accept R2000 to pass
already less than Cute had
paid So I took her to
Thulamarshe for her driving
test although she wanted an
extended lesson prior to the
test She had already had a
few lessons in what could
only be described as a
possibly unroadworthy
bakkie on some rough unsurfaced
land staked out with sticks to
reverse between The bakkie was
missing one wing mirror and had
no inside mirror so reversing was
a problem On the way to the test
centre I quickly showed her how to
do a three point turn and then we
went to find an Instructor
We followed a vehicle for about 2
km to another rough piece of land
where there were a number of
other people receiving tuition in
large trucks Apparently trucks are
easier to drive than cars Ivy had a
lengthy discussion with an
Instructor and came away saying
he was too expensive We went
back to the test centre and she had
a small lesson with another
Instructor went for her test and
ldquopassedrdquo after handing over the
bribe Since coming back home I
have learnt that this practise is also
rife in Eastern Europe so maybe
we are surrounded by drivers who
have never passed an official test
Before Cute took her test she was
driving around with a friend when
she was stopped by the Police
With no official licence at that
time she was concerned that she
may be asked to produce
documents Luckily they did not
ask for these items but merely
requested the mobile telephone
numbers of the two ladies
probably to call them for a date
Fortunately the ladies were both
alert and gave incorrect numbers
There are often breakdown
vehicles near the main traffic lights
(robots) in Hazyview and an
inquisitive Ivy asked them why
they were waiting there
Apparently they often put oil on
the road at night especially when
the roads are wet to try to cause
accidents They were not ashamed
or shy to admit this and were not at
all concerned if people are injured
or killed as long as they get
business from the accidents
I was stopped no less than 5 times
by the local Police Sometimes just
checking vehicles and the
registration and other times for
trivialities like not coming to a halt
at a 4-way stop sign Once I was
stopped for speeding 79 kph in a
60 limit that I hadn‟t noticed After
protracted discussion and a view of
the video I was informed the fine
would be R750 although they
would accept R300 If I wanted a
receipt this would mean going to a
distant Police Station with the
possibility of a long wait I decided
to hand over R300 and get on our
way This later caused me some
resentment as the money obviously
went into the pocket of the Officer
Unfortunately and stupidly I did
not take a name and although I
reported the matter I never heard
any more If there is a next time I
shall know exactly what to do
Ever since we have been going to
Africa I have always tried to avoid
running over and killing any live
creature Sometimes it cannot be
avoided and I had at least two
instances this time which I have
regretted ever since I was driving
quite fast along the main road
heading for our house when a
Vervet Monkey ran from the road
side and into the path of the car I
could not avoid hitting it and the
loud thud made me feel quite sick
Looking in my mirror I could see
the Monkey lying dead in the road
- 10 minutes later I drove back to
town and the body had
disappeared At first I thought it
may have been moved by its
grieving family but it was probably
picked up by one of the large
raptors which regularly hover
above the road
Even more sickening was the time
I was driving in the grounds of a
local Hotel and I saw from the
car what I thought were
thousands of large flies floating
just above the ground There
were literally millions and I
avoided opening the car door to
investigate in case they all came
in I drove for about 300 metres
on this track before I got out for
an appointment and to my
absolute horror I then realised
they were baby frogs There had
been heavy rain the previous night
and they had all come up from the
nearby river It was an awesome
sight to see so many frogs together
but I was so angry that I had not
identified what they were until it
was too late
Relationship difficulties Bereavement Stress
BullyingAbuse Addictions Depression
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Itrsquos good to talk Counselling can help if yoursquore struggling to cope with
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James Ball SHOWROOM 49 High Street Watton
01953
883288
Very Competitive Prices Most Makes of carpets
amp Vinyl Supplied and Fitted
South Africa again with a Touch of Mozambique and Swaziland
Watton in Bloom
On Sunday 4th July on a glorious summer
morning Watton Town Mayor Mr Roy Ivory
selected the best garden for summer blooms
on behalf of the Watton Society Despite the
cold frosty Spring and two weeks of drought
in late June Mr DR and Mrs AL Ankerman
were again awarded the silver platter to hold
for a year Of course most residents are not
aware that the Mayor is about the town
judging the gardens as this as a competition
that is not formally entered The Watton
Society are happy to make this award for the
fourteenth year with the help of the Mayor the
society‟s Honorary President Ten certificates
are awarded to those gardeners reaching a
highly commended standard in recognition of
their achievements Bryan H Wykes Vice
Chairman Watton Society
Fabulous mixed media Summer Art Exhibition 15 Talented local amp regional artists will be
displaying their work in mediums to include
watercolour gouache graphite wood
textile between Saturday 7th and Saturday
21st August in the Dragonfly Gallery at
Wayland House High St Watton Opening
Times are 10am ndash 4pm weekdays 10am ndash
1pm Saturdays There will be a Preview
Evening on Friday 6th August between 7pm
and 830pm All works on display can be
purchased - the preview evening is very
popular and recommended if you are
looking to buy and there will be a free glass
of wine and nibbles Please contact Susan
Hollingworth 01953 880205 for further
information
This month we did something completely
different for our WI meeting We spent
our time walking around Watton
following clues on a bdquoMurder Mystery
Trail‟ This was of course a fictional
murder but we had tremendous fun
solving the clues and finding out some
interesting facts about the history of
Watton on the way I don‟t think it would
be fair of me to tell you who did do it as
some of you may have intentions of
following the trail yourselves We
finished up at our meeting hall where we
enjoyed refreshments
Janet Oxborough from Ashill WI then
reported on the NFWI National AGM she
had attended in Cardiff in June As
expected the resolution urging the
Government on the mandatory labelling
of meat fish and poultry with true
country of origin was carried with a very
large majority Pat thanked Janet for a
very comprehensive account of the
meeting Birthday posies were presented
to Sandra and Jan and the raffle was won
by Joyce Jan and guest Janet Oxborough
Barbara will be hosting a Macmillan
Coffee Morning on Friday 10th
September ndash a little earlier than the
official date We also received details of
the Norfolk amp Norwich Operatic
Society‟s production at the Theatre Royal
in January ndash this is to be bdquoFiddler on the
Roof‟
Next month will be a social evening in
Watton Christian Community Centre
starting at 730 pm For information about
the WI as always the number to ring is Pat
on 882275 or Barbara on 882595
Who done it
Prayer of the Heart Activities at Watton Methodist Church Comprising Christian Meditation and Bi Monthly Worship For those seeking reflective
prayer mid-week worship with a more reflective and contemporary feel and those who
enjoy exploring their faith by reading spiritual books old and new
This month Christian Meditation in the vestry 2nd and 16th August for further details
ring Joyce 01953 88667
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 16 News
She did it She did it What a brave woman Frances
Packham is jumping out of a plane and being parachuted
safely down to earth by an experienced member of the
parachute team How proud of her I was watching her
come into sight out of the clouds and landing safely on the
ground and still managing to smile to her friends and
family anxiously watching her landing Perhaps it was a
grimace but we were all cheering and toasting her safe
return in champagne supplied by her partner Charles
Frances did this brave deed to do something special for
her 60th Birthday and at the same time to raise funds for
the local Charity Big C in memory of her friend Jim
Scrymgeour I am pleased to say that he knew she was
doing it for big C but when he died before the event he
would have been so touched by her thoughts for him
Sponsorship money is still coming in but to date Frances
has raised around pound1000 There is still time to donate to
Big C and donations can be left at the Wayland
Partnership Office
When Jim Scrymgeour died after losing his battle with
cancer with myself and our two sons Alan and Barrie at
his bedside we were grateful for all the prayers said for
him during his illness which I am sure kept him free from
pain right to the end As a family we were completely
overwhelmed by the cards (over 200) letters and flowers
sent to us with the messages that he was regarded as a
friendly funny person and always the gentleman At his
funeral there wasnt a seat to be had in the church He
would have been as overwhelmed as we were and I thank
everyone who took the time to come and pay their
respects The total sent by the undertakers to Big C was
pound81225
I have lots of thanks to make to the Doctors and nurses at
the Colney Centre to Dr Muller and Dr Kim the trainee
who were wonderful to Rosie from McMillan nurses to
the district nurses at Watton who were so supportive to
both of us who made him very comfortable and never
complained about his attitude to taking medication I have
to thank all our friends who were there for us and for me
since Jim has gone To the love and support I have felt
from my lovely customers at Top to Toe and a
very special thank you to my staff Alan
Gosia Kay and Rosemary who held
everything together running the shop in my
absence
To my brother and my brother in law for their
love lastly to God for giving me two
wonderful sons Alan and Barrie who with
their partners have been there for me as I
mourn the loss of my husband of 42 Years
He lived for those he loved And those he
loved remembered Marilyn Scrymgeour
HJC Ltd Motor Engineers
Servicing amp MOT preparation to all makes of
modern cars amp light commercials
Tyres Exhausts amp Batteries supplied and fitted
Courtesy cars available
Ask for Steve at 5 Linmore Court Threxton Rd
Industrial Estate Watton
Tel 01953 889924
Howlett - Rook
The wedding took place at Dereham Registry Office on the 11 th June of Mr
Wayne Howlett son of Barbara and Bryan Howlett of Holden Close
Oulton Broad and Miss Emma Rook daughter of Cathy and Colin Rook of
Hunters Oak Watton
The Bride was given away by her father and wore a Baby Pink dress She was
attended by Josie Mel Becky Summer and sisters Hollie and Debbie were
present The Best Man was Mr Reece Howlett and Kev and Rob were Ushers
The couple honeymooned for short break in London which will be followed
by a family holiday to Disney World in Florida at Christmas
What a star she is
Low Maintenance Gardens
Designed amp Built
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Patios ~ Paths ~ Fencing ~ Shingle Drives Seeding ~ Turfing Etc
Photos and References always available For a Quality Job amp Free Quote
Phone Tim Luxton on 01603 880184 wwwtimluxtonlandscapingcouk
The Wayland Show The Annual Wayland Show will be held on
Sunday 1st August just outside Watton on the
Brandon Road Last year‟s show was
acclaimed in the press and by many as the
best ever with fantastic weather record
attendance and more exhibitors competitors
and attractions than before It raised a total of
pound7150 for local charities
Among other things featuring in the Grand
Ring this year will be Jive Pony This unique
show has the lot with vaulting dancing
acting costume changes and amazing riding
skills Other very popular attractions are the
Bob Hogg Sheepdog Display West Norfolk
Foxhounds Trinity Foot Beagles and not
forgetting Cyril the Squirrel Racing Terriers
and Mid Norfolk Gundogs
New for 2010 is the Lifestyle Marquee and
planned attractions are a fashion show
cookery demos floral displays hair and
beauty exhibitions and a stunning dance
performance with the chance to relax and take
it all in while enjoying afternoon tea
Our livestock classes are well attended and of
a very high standard and with in-hand and
ridden classes the show is a chance to see
some of our best local Show Horses This year
we also welcome retrained Racehorses and
Working Hunters for the first time We are
also running clear round show jumping
The Wayland Agricultural Society Young
Achiever of the Year 2010 award recognises
outstanding dedication and contribution to
agriculture horticulture wildlife or any other
rural related sector or industry Entrants must
be under 21 years of age and the winner will
be announced prior to the Show and presented
with their award on the day The award is
sponsored by Weco Engineering of Watton
Radio Norfolk and Wayland Radio will be
broadcasting from the showground during the
day The organising Committee also recently
presented a cheque for pound1094100 to The
Nelsons Journey Charity from funds raised at
their annual Dinner Dance Nelsons Journey is
a Norwich based charity which supports
bereaved children and young people under the
age of 18yrs living in Norfolk
As mentioned in last month‟s edition
of the Mid-Norfolk Times Wayland
House in Watton High Street home of
the Wayland Partnership offers a wide
range of services and support to the
Wayland community as a whole We
are constantly striving to increase the
range of services but recognise that it
is vital that the community is made
aware of these services
Firstly we have an ldquoopen doorrdquo policy
and anyone is welcome to drop by to
find out what we offer This can range
from bus pass applications
appointments with the Registrar the
Wayland Community Bank to
exhibitions and events throughout the
year We also submit articles to the
Times and regularly have a slot on
Wayland Radio
However as the local population
grows we want to ensure that
newcomers are included and made
aware of the information and support
they can get from Wayland House For
those with access to the internet you
might be interested in knowing that the
Partnership now has three websites
covering all the areas and activities we
are involved inThe current Partnership
site is wwwwaylandorguk but this is
currently being updated and the new
site will be launched soon Try
wwwthewaylanddragonflygalleryco
uk where you will find current and
forthcoming exhibitions examples of
local artists work for sale within the
Gallery shop
Finally for the business community
we have waylandbusinesscentrecouk
which contains a wealth of valuable
information and links to additional
information We also issue regular
Email Information Bulletins to some
400 local businesses and if you don‟t
already receive them let us know and
we will add you to the database (see
contact details below) Also have a
look at
waylandbusinesscentreblogspotcom
which provides your business with a
chance to share your expertise and
knowledge with a larger audience It
gives you a valuable opportunity to
network and is particularly useful for
sole traders and those who work from
home
You can see us at the Wayland Show
on 1st August where we will be
sharing a stand with the Wayland
Community Bank If you are there
please drop by and see us
We will be submitting regular news
and information to the Times as it
gives us good coverage and is
delivered widely in the area However
for more information on the services
and facilities available from Wayland
House and the Wayland Business
Centre call in to our reception phone
us on 01953 880204 or mail to
iainwaylandorguk
News from the Wayland Partnership
Picture Breckland Photographic
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 17
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Unit 2 Coughtrey Industrial Estate
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Bathrooms
Internal Doors
Free Quotations amp
Full Planning Service
Massage Treatments
Swedish Massage and Hot Stone Massage
Appointments available at
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Saham Toney Your Local Three Star Hotel
Telephone 01953 882125 wwwbroomhallhotelcouk
Holme Hale Pavilion
Summer Fete Saturday 7th August
10am -- 430pm Cake Stall Refreshments Beer
Tent Lots of Childrens games and also for Adults Grand Draw BBQ
(local butcher) Rescue Greyhounds
Institute Advanced Motorists Bouncy Castle also ladies have
your nails amp toenails painted and much much more
All welcome come enjoy
It‟s that time of year again at the
time of writing we are in the middle
of Quilts Three our third annual
exhibition courtesy of the Wayland
Partnership in the Dragonfly Gallery
at Wayland House It gives an
opportunity for others to see exactly
what we do hack tack and stuff With
a name like that we are obviously not
bdquojust another sewing group‟ This
year we were worried about having
enough work to exhibit and then had
far more than we could show The
exhibition opened at 10 o‟clock on
Saturday the 10th July continuing
until the 17th Half way through the
week over one hundred and fifty
visitors had been counted Work on
show included not only quilts of all
sizes but also fabric boxes cushions
bags toys and other examples of the
members‟ crafts made for personal
use and as gifts There were examples
of the Heart cushions given to people
who have had surgery for breast
cancer and quilts for ill
and traumatised
children and teenagers
distributed through the
Norfolk branch of
ProjectLinus There was
a raffle donations box
and articles for sale
Proceeds will go
towards materials for
items for these charities
There will be more
details in the next
edition
Meanwhile meetings
and demonstrations
continued normally including an
excellent example of the latter
featuring a variety of borders by
two clever ladies This was so well
organised that members were
provided with pieces of pre-cut
fabrics so there was no excuse for
not bdquohaving a go‟ We are all fired
with enthusiasm and likely to put
borders on everything I suggest
partners check their shirts and
trousers
The group does not meet in August
but will be back on Tuesday the
14th September at 7 pm in the
Watton Christian Community
Centre for the beginning of another
session meanwhile members and
non-members can check our Blog
at httphtsqgroupblogspotcom
to see what is happening over the
next few months This features a
calendar which has details up until
the end of the year It is also
updated very regularly If you are
not online phone Sue Hart on
01362 822536
Hackers Tackers and Stuffers
Last year Alan Smiths Birthday
present from his daughter and son in
law (Kerry and Chris Varley) was a
book written about some mature men
walking the coast2coast It was so
inspiring and amusing to read that
soon several other people including
his wife (Gill) and 2 close friends
(Tim and Carol Suthers) had also
been inspired and enjoyed the read
All 6 of us enjoy our walks and
encouraged by the two youngest
(Chris amp Kerry) who have done this
before they decided to take up the
challenge From St Bees on the west
coast to Robin‟s Hood Bay on the
east coast some 192 miles in 13 days
will be covered in August this year as
their annual holiday Whilst doing
this they have been encouraged by a
few people to make it an event to
raise money for charity
They thought it would be nice to
support a local charity in East Anglia
and have chosen the East Anglian Air
Ambulance Registered Charity
1083876 They are a 365 day-a-year life-
saving service across Bedfordshire
Cambridgeshire Peterborough Norfolk
and Suffolk The charity is independent
of government and National Lottery
funding and is entirely dependent on
fund-raising and contributions To keep
its two air ambulances flying and to
provide the advanced medical
equipment they carry over pound3 million
per year has to be raised The group
thought it would be good to offer their
support to the EAAA in making this
walk not just their holiday and
challenge but also an event to raise
some cash to help them in their work
Gill also contacted the organisation to
see if they could visit and see first-hand
one of the helicopters and the staff of
EAAA who offer such a valuable and
life-saving service
On average the EAAA are called to
four incidents every day life
threatening situations such as road
traffic accidents incidents involving
people in inaccessible places and
cardiac arrests Because of the
advanced skills drugs and equipment
found on board and being able to
access places impossible for a land
ambulance the EAAA can make the
difference
Will you help us to help them in their
work To make a donation and offer
your support you can visit httpwwwjustgivingcomcoast2coastthevarleyssuthersandsmiths
Birthday Day Present Inspires 3 Couples to take up a Challenge
From left to right Chris Varley Alan Smith Gill Smith
Kerry Varley Carol Suthers and Tim Suthers
At Wayland Scout Group we
started the month with a Family
Day the Cubs and Scouts cooked
lunch for over 50 people to
celebrate our first AGM Parents
siblings Leaders and the District
Commissioner John Sweeney
were treated to dips and cruditeacutes
Southern Fried Chicken rice and
beans and salads followed by
apple pie and custard
All the young people did a fantastic
job creating a delicious meal made
even better by the wonderful weather
Following a cricket match we were
joined by Rev Geoff Garrett from St
May‟s Church who dedicated our
new flags for us
The afternoon was finished in fine
style with a wonderful array of
homemade cakes and a cup of tea
The Leaders would like to pass on
their thanks to everyone for their
wonderful support and help
The Cubs recently enjoyed a craft
night creating robots form junk
including turning one Cub into an
android by creating an amazing
costume for him
This term the Scouts have been
working towards their Global
Challenge including looking at
different traditions around the
world As it is nearly the end of
term they had plenty of fun
making a traditional Fez with
maybe a nod to Doctor Who who
has recently made the hats cool
The Scout Troop has also been
challenged by the local Rotarians to
have a camp using only a Shelter Box
tent and the emergency equipment
provided in the box Of course they
have accepted the challenge and will
be holding this
camp in mid-
August Our aim
is to be
sponsored so we
can raise enough
money be able
to buy a Shelter
Box for the
charity If you
would like to
sponsor us
please contact
Theresa Cutts on 01953 884243
or email
waylandscoutsgooglemailcom for
more information
At a recent event hosted by the
County Commissioner Richard
Butler the Leaders were also
presented with certificates to
congratulate them on opening a
successful Cub Pack Scout Troop
and building a Leadership team
We are also looking forward to a
4 day activity camp in August
with the rest of South West
Norfolk District If you are
interested in finding out more
about Scouting in Watton please
email us on the address above
AGM Androids and Fezs
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 18 News
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Alcohol Paypoint
Wayside Farm Shop Stow Bedon
Fresh Seasonal Vegetables Home Produced Pork
01953 483 375
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL SHOPS
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Visit our Social Club - Bar open every Wednesday and Friday from
730pm onwards
Donrsquot Delay - Book Today
01953 882 498
The bdquoAttleborough Players‟ amateur
dramatic society has been entertaining
people in the locality for more than 35
years with shows pantomimes plays
concerts and we are currently
rehearsing a musical play to feature a
group of our very talented younger
members to be staged in October
Since present day legislation has strict
demands for separate changing
facilities for adults and youngsters we
now have an additional burden on our
already strained finances
The society is a registered charity and
finances have been maintained at a
respectable level by staging shows
and our popular bdquoFish bdquon‟ Quiz‟
evenings on a regular basis hopefully
we will be presenting another quiz in
November Ticket prices have been
kept at a very competitive pound5 for most
of our shows takings which go
mostly towards running costs the rest
into a dwindling bank account In
these days of drastic belt tightening
we prefer to keep the cost of tickets
low to benefit our audiences This
means of course that our pool of
monetary assets has developed a
steady leak
We are looking for any business or
individual willing to sponsor us
Sponsorship would guarantee
programme and poster advertising to a
negotiable degree while private
individuals would benefit by free
tickets to any of our events of their
choice
Any business or private individual
willing to help us in this way please
contact our treasurer Anne
Greenwood ndash Tel 01953 455022
With our ever increasing membership
particularly of teenagers we think the
bdquoAttleborough Players‟ is a
worthwhile concern to keep running
on an even keel We hope you do too
The Players need your help
Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles By popular request the PHIL
BROOKPETE OXBOROUGH
JAZZ QUARTET are returning to
St Margarets church Breckles on
FRIDAY 17th SEPTEMBER at 730
pm The Quartet also features Ivars
Galenieks bass and Bob Dore
drums Tickets are pound1250 to
include refreshments and can be
obtained from Margaret Morfoot
Telehone 01953 498286 There will
be a beer and wine bar from 7 pm
This is a very popular evening All
proceeds for the upkeep of St
Margarets Church Breckles
Breckles is on the B1111 4 miles
north of the A11B1111 junction
Watton Ballroom Dancing Association
Queenrsquos Hall Watton 8pm till 11pm
Admission pound350
Saturday August 7th Mike 01953 882799
Wayland High School Students‟ British Science Association CREST Award
Twelve Year 9 students at
Wayland High School have
received the British Science
Association‟s CREST award for
designing and producing industry
standard batik artwork bags It is
the first time that the school has
entered the CREST awards
facilitated by The Exchange
(Norfolk Education Business
Partnership) who provided a small
bursary to support the batik
project Photograph of the students
with Batik bags and certificates
attached
Jan Cockburn from The Exchange
who visited the school to present
the awards at a Year 9 assembly
said Congratulations to the
students who carried out the batik
project You have shown great
enthusiasm for the subject and
fully deserve the national
recognition provided by a British
Science Association CREST
award
Val Wenham teacher and batik
artist who led the project said
The students learned the full batik
process including use of wax and
dyes initially experimenting on
paper before developing their
designs for the bags They created
designs that could be reproduced
on an industrial basis and studied
the technological and commercial
side of working in batik
Sadly one of the awards was
presented posthumously Alastair
Codling who also took part in the
batik project received his twin
sister Claire‟s award Claire
passed away earlier this year
For more information about the
work of The Exchange see
wwwnorfolk-exchangeorguk or
tel 01953 601439
For more information about British
Science Association CREST
Awards see
wwwbritishscienceassociationorg
webccafCREST
Pictured left to right are - Back Ellis Stone Harrison Cutts Sophie Shaw Ben Rees Martha Watts Stephanie
Parker Lauren Symons Megan Kennedy Front Alistair Codling Cameron Goldie Sam Beckwith
Our meeting in July had a
slightly different format to the
usual system We held a coffee
and chat event and we accepted a
cheque on behalf of Diabetes
UK for pound1136 presented by the
former chairman of Breckland
District Council
John Rogers The chairman of
our group Ron Thompson
accepted the cheque and said that
the money would be used by
Diabetes UK to help to fund
holidays for children with
Diabetes Councillor John
Rogers was warmly thanked
(Please see separate article for
picture page 14)
At our next meeting on August
9th two of our members will be
talking about the work they do
with the Retired Greyhound
Trust They are going to be
bringing a couple of their four
legged friends too John and Rod
will be suitably tethered to stop
them straying around the tables
and getting in the dogs way
The meeting starts at 1015am at
the Pentecostal Church Watton
(whom we thank for the use of
their facilities) all welcome For
further details about the group or
any of the meetings please
phone Helen 01953 884713 and
leave a message and I will get
back to you as soon as I can
We are have a special meeting on
the 13th September when we are
very fortunate to have as our
speaker Richard Lane OBE
President of Diabetes UK Some of
our members met Richard for the
first time last year and were very
taken by him and his frankness and
honesty about his Diabetes and
what has happened to him He is a
very interesting man and we are
very lucky he is available to come
and speak to us
We will be providing a light buffet
lunch for this meeting at a cost of pound5
per head and we would be pleased to
invite you to join us Because we
need to know numbers for the
catering arrangements please could
you phone David 01362 696781
before August 9th if you would like
to attend this special meeting
Watton amp District Group - Diabetes UK
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 19
Poet‟s Place Poet‟s Place is open once more to all readers to
submit their own work for publication All
contributions are welcome and will be printed
unedited for reader‟s enjoyment
A GOOD DEAL
When I‟m watching the birds in our garden
Little lambs that gambol in fields
I thank God I have such perception
This is what I would call a good deal
A small child with a smile that is wistful and shy
And a look to melt hearts made of steel
With a grasp of tiny soft fingers
Makes me realise what a good deal
Our cat usually independent and strong
Purrs around at my feet rubs my heel
I know it‟s because he wants feeding
He knows he is on a good deal
When dining out at a pub or cafeacute
I go where they serve a fine meal
With the atmosphere right and excellent food
Best of all I will get a good deal
Shopping in town for my clothing
Can be such a blinking ordeal
I go and intend not to overspend
And resolve I will get a good deal
Deciding on presents for Christmas
Then doing my best to conceal
The parcels I‟ve bought for each person
It‟s fine to receive a good deal
The flowers that grow in my garden
I planted in Spring with such zeal
Are now blooming so bright with such colours
I can see I have got a good deal
When I meet with my friends for a bridge game
My excitement I try to conceal
When the cards that I hold help me win lots of points
It‟s because I‟ve been dealt a good deal
Edith Pleasance copy 290906
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And get your copy of the Mid-Norfolk Times at these businesses
Great Ellingham Village Stores amp PO
Long St Gt Ellingham 01953 452 155
Post Office Fresh Bread amp Milk Daily
Rocklands Post Office amp Stores
The Street Rocklands 01953 483 217
Car Tax Lottery Fresh Milk
Quick Stop Church Street Attleborough
01953 458 036 Italian Wines 2 for pound5 Wide range
of Polish Foods available
Old Buckenham Stores The Green Old Buckenham
01953 860210 If you purchase goods from the shop costing over pound50 (excluding the post office cigarettes lottery and Paypoint) in one transaction then you will be entitled to claim a bottle of Italian wine (worth pound5)
Lovells Post Office amp Stores
Market Place New Buckenham
01953 860 351
Village Stores Market Street East Harling
01953 718115 A wide range of products in stock
Anne and Kevin Ledgard
Londis News Extra
High Street Attleborough (Opposite Sainsburys)
01953 453 257 Newspapers amp magazines
Wide range of confectionery tobacconist Wide range of Wines Beers and Spirits
Londis Banham 01953 887320
Your Local Village Supermarket
Watton University of the Third Age (U3A) Forty eight members enjoyed the tour
of North Norfolk by train and coach
A superb cream tea at Bircham
Windmill rounded off the tour in style
The next trip is a tour of the Fens with
a professional guide on Friday 17th
September The booking list is now
open contact Ron on 01953 889951
The Croquet Group is now playing at
the Watton Sports Centre on a
Tuesday afternoon New players
would be most welcome including
visitors (potential new members) For
playing times contact Margaret on
01953 882136 Alan Bickers is the
new Leader of the Pub Lunch Group
who will have their first meeting on
Thursday 12th August
Next venue for the Garden Visits
Group is Dunbheagan House near
Dereham with music in the afternoon
and teas in aid of the St Johns
Ambulance Meet at 130pm in the
Queens Hall car park Transport can
be arranged Contact Susan on 01953
881373
The next monthly meeting is on
Thursday 26th August when the
speaker will be Barbara Miller with
ldquoNorwich over the Waterrdquo
The Membership Secretary can be
contacted on 01953 885358 For
further information on the National
U3A go to wwwu3aorg
On Thursday 24th June the
announcement was made in London of
the winner of this year‟s Carnegie
medal That prize has been awarded by
children‟s librarians almost every year
since 1936 for an outstanding book for
children and young people Since 23rd
April when the short-list was
announced 50000 children in schools
all over Britain have been reading the
eight novels - nearly 3000 pages of
high quality fiction Thirty of those
very dedicated readers met on the same
day in Attleborough High School
Library to spend two hours in lively
debate with their guests from Old
Buckenham High School sustained by
strawberries cheese straws and home-
made cakes
The event organised by the school‟s
librarian Helen Gage greatly engaged
the students and staff and much heated
argument about which was the best of
the books on the list ensued The group
voted for their own choice of winner
took lots of photographs and then at
the time stipulated by the Carnegie‟s
national organisers opened the
envelope containing the name of the
winning title Neil Gaiman‟s bdquoThe graveyard book‟ Of the gathering in Attleborough High School‟s
library student Ellie Halls (pictured above) was the only one who had firmly backed that choice In
November the long-list for next year‟s award will be published ndash and the whole wonderful process
will begin again We can‟t wait
Carnegie medal celebration the Attleborough High School big debate
Wayland Happy Circle Our July meeting was a social afternoon with a Beetle Drive followed by a Strawberry Tea Shirley
welcomed 25 members and 1 visitor and seven birthday cards were distributed Our former President
is making good progress and we hope to see her back amongst us soon
Shirley organised the Beetle Drive the first session being won by Molly and Maureen and the second
by Jenny Two of members Margaret and Jenny had prepared the strawberries and cream and these
were enjoyed by all with shortbread and a cuppa The usual raffle was held to close the afternoon
25 members and guests will be going on the outing in July and tea will be taken at Elveden Visitor
Centre followed by a tour of the Stanta Training Area
Our next meeting will be on 3rd August when Tina Cruz will talk to us about Portuguese cooking
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 20 News
July 1st ndash The day that Rotary
Clubs all over the world install their
new presidents And this year
Watton was no exception Outgoing
president Richard Akister handed
over to new president Doctor Mike
Harvey (see pic) Health problems
caused Mike to take early
retirement as a general practitioner
and having come to Norfolk and
settled in Shipdham some 5 years
ago he was introduced to the
Watton Rotary Club and thought it
would be a good platform and outlet
for his considerable energy and
skill He was an instigator of the
Watton Club‟s very
successful fundraising
drive in support of the
bdquoBalloons for Hearts‟
initiative in 20078 With
the help of 2 other Rotary
Clubs pound5300 was raised
and a giant cheque was
presented to the campaign
coordinator We hear that
the cheque is still on
display in the cardiac
reception area at the
NNUH Mike intends to
continue his ministry of the
Watton Club with a
medical flavour
As a prelude to the presidential
handover in both clubs Watton
Inner Wheel and Rotary Clubs
joined forces and held a most
successful bdquoround the houses‟ or
bdquosafari‟ supper Changing sets of 3
or 4 couples rotate around each of
several members‟ houses for the
various courses of an evening meal
with everyone landing up at the
President‟s house for the final
course and a bit of party time
Following our visit to New South
Wales Australia last year the
Watton Club is hosting the first part
of the return Rotary international
friendship exchange in September
Eight couples from various places
in NSW are expected they will stay
with Watton members for a few
days before moving on to be hosted
by Rotarians of various other
Rotary clubs throughout Norfolk
and Suffolk More about this next
month Martin Anscombe
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Only pound150 per Bag Delivered free (min 5 bags)
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During a debate about jobs and
unemployment on July 7th I made my
maiden speech in the House of Commons
I have focussed my column this month on
the content and inspirations for the speech
in which I set out why I am so passionate
about representing our area
Maiden speeches have a long tradition in
the Commons and new MPs usually
don‟t involve themselves in debates in the
House until they have made theirs
Maidens give new MPs a chance to talk
about their constituency and to outline
some of the issues they aim to work on
I focused my speech on three key
themes the need for a more local
approach to jobs and housing how the
politically correct bdquorights‟ culture
ignores traditional values and the need
for a better politics
The Rural Way of Life
Living and running a business locally I
know how life in rural England has been
overlooked I know how our traditional
values are too often denigrated and how
Norfolk has become increasingly
marginalised
ldquoTackling that sense of marginalisation
in order to unlock the talents and
aspirations of its people are the
central theme of my work as [an] MP
The people of Mid Norfolk feel
marginalised by the decision-making
process and too often forced to change
in ways that they have neither chosen
nor like The small local voluntary and
rural is all too often crowded out by the
big national professional and urban
[R]ural Britain has been especially
hard hit by unemployment during this
recession and my constituency has
pockets of rural deprivation which are
often hidden Pensioner poverty can
be especially invisible
ldquoPost offices pubs and village shops
close while more and more people are
forced to commute increasing distances
from the mass housing estates that have
been forced on our market towns and
councilsrdquo
ldquoThe people of Mid Norfolk sent me
here to speak up for them so I shall
[They] have found themselves
increasingly powerless in the face of a
tidal wave of legislation and big
government from Europe Whitehall
and unaccountable regional quangos
Many worry that our culture has been
hijacked by an increasingly intolerant
politically correct anything goes
multiculturalism which seems to have
too little respect for the longer
traditions of tolerance personal
freedom and responsibility embedded in
our traditional heritage By pumping
the bellows of local empowerment I
believe that we can reignite the embers
of a culture which can and should be
allowed to coexist with metropolitan
Britain to mutual benefitrdquo
Economic opportunities
Having run my ldquoNorfolk Wayrdquo campaign
for over three years I know how urgently
we need new jobs and opportunities in
Mid Norfolk Average wages here are low
and I wanted to focus on how we can
reignite our economy and strengthen local
communities and services
ldquoIn my three-year candidacy I insisted
on another way we call it the Norfolk
way a vision of a vibrant rural society
based on a renaissance of rural
enterprise smaller pockets of mixed
housing spread more fairly and
sustainably fast-growing small
businesses and jobs back in our villages
and towns less commuting a richer
mix of ages and blue and white-collar
jobs in active communities
ldquoSome may ask Where are those new
jobs and businesses to come from Let
me tell the House Situated between
Norwich and Cambridge are two of the
worlds leading centres of scientific
research and innovation in food
biomedicine and the clean
technologies all of which are so vital
to the global challenges that we face
Mid Norfolk is perfectly positioned to
become a hub of entrepreneurial
activity and new jobs With the world-
leading John Innes centre the Institute
of Food Research world-class
agriculture and high-tech engineering
along the A11 corridor we can lead
those new economic sectors on which
we will increasingly dependrdquo
ldquoAs someone who came to politics after
a 15-year career in creating new
technology businesses I hope to be able
to put my experience to good use in that
area However that revolution cannot
happen without two essential things
new models of investment in
infrastructure including the A11 rural
broadband and rail links and some
local leadershiprdquo
Giving People Responsibility
I believe in giving local communities
power Residents in a village know the
problems they have and usually know
how to solve them better than somebody
in an office miles away During my
speech I called for a new approach
ldquoThe stale post-war model of statist
centralisation and dependence on the
Whitehall handout has failed Norfolk
Rural Britain is the repository of
some important virtues that our modern
culture has neglected a deep belief in
self-help and responsibility an
insistence that everybody in a
community has a role and the rejection
of a shallow media cultures obsession
with celebrity and a love of the small
the different and the local These are
qualities that are deeply rooted in the
English character
ldquoAt the heart of this manifesto is a big
idea that citizenship is forged
through the empowering act of the
state granting responsibility to its
citizens That is the central idea which
has brought me into politics as a
Conservative and which I am delighted
is once again the idea at the heart of
modern Conservatism and this
coalitionrdquo
It was an honour to make my maiden on
behalf of the people of Mid Norfolk and
if you would like a full transcript of the
speech please email
Georgefreemanmpparliamentuk or
watch the video of the speech on my
website wwwgeorgefreemancouk
The Westminster View
George Freeman is the Conservative MP
for Mid-Norfolk The object of this
column is to help readers stay in touch
with their MP - it is not intended as a
reflection of the political views of anyone
associated with the Mid Norfolk Times
Watton Rotary Roundup
People for Animal Care Trust
(PACT) and Caine Lloyd of
Lloyd Engineering in Watton are
organising an adventure to climb
Mount Kilimanjaro in spring
2011 The intention is to raise
funds for PACT through
sponsorship and to have some fun
doing so
My name is Geoff Bell and I am
one of the people who are taking
part in this Challenge I have the
funds for my part in this challenge
but I fell it would be good to raise
funds for PACT as well
Through the Kili Challenge
PACT will receive funding to
build much needed additional
kennels to house the regular
influx of animals they have
PACT is based in Woodrising
and work hard to ensure the
welfare of animals in Norfolk
PACT‟s web-site is
wwwpactsanctuaryorg and more
information about them can be
obtained from there With your
kind help it would be a great
honour and privilege to extend
my support for PACT by taking
part in this challenge and to be of
help and support to one of the
loves in my life
If you would like to sponsor me
to take part in this challenge and
raise much needed funding for
PACT then please contact me
through Facebook or ring me on
01953-882925 For more
information you can ring PACT
on 01362 820775 or Caine on
01953 881255 I will also be
holding three public collection
days for this outside the Co-op in
Watton on the 18th August 15th
September and 13th October
Thank you for your support
The Kili Challenge in aid of PACT
Picture Supplied
Church Times and Puzzle
Watton Churches Together Service Calendar for August 2010
St Maryrsquos Church Watton 1st 3rd amp 4th Wednesday at 930am Holy Communion
2nd Wednesday Morning Worship Church Office opens Tues
Wed amp Thurs 9am-1pm Tel 01953 881252
margaretchurchadmfreeservecouk wwwstmaryswattonorg
Sun 1st 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
530pm Choral Evensong
Sun 8th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
Sun 15th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Sun 22nd 800am Holy Communion
1000am All Age Worship
12 noon Holy Baptism
630pm Praise and Worship with Shine
Sun 29th 800am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Watton Methodist Church Every Wednesday the Church is open for quiet reflection and
prayer between 1000am amp 1200noon
Itrsquos your quiet place At 1030 there is a half-hour Midweek
Service in the Large Vestry led by the Minister or a Church
Member wwwwattonmethodistbtikcom
Sun 1st 1045am Rev Barbara Winner Holy Communion
630pm Rev Brian Eagle
Sun 8th 1045am Mr Richard Hompstead
630pm Mrs Janet Roebuck
Sun 15th 1045am Mrs Sonia Mann
630pm Mr Brian Lawrence
Sun 22nd 1045am Mrs Elsie Warby
630pm Revd Barbara Winner Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1100am Section Service at Saham Hills
Mr John Winner
630pm Rev Brian Eagle Holy Communion
Roman Catholic Community Each Sat 530pm Mass at Watton Methodist Church
Pentecostal Church Dereham Road Watton There is a Noahs Ark Sunday and Kings Kids for children
during the Sunday morning services
Sun 1st 1030am Morning Service with guest speakers
Christian amp Ann Fernandez from La Rochelle France
Sun 8th 1030am Family Service amp Doughnuts
600pm Prayer amp Praise with guest speaker
Dama Safari from Shalom Africa
Sun 15th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Freed from your past‟
Sun 22nd 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Made in God‟s image‟
600pm Prayer and Praise
Sun 29th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoChanged by love‟
St Nicholasrsquo Church Ashill Tuesdays 1000am Said Holy Communion
Sun 1st 930am Lay Led Morning Worship
Sun 8th 930am Morning Worship
Sun 15th 930am All Age Worship
Sun 22nd 930am Holy Communion
St Georgersquos Church Saham Toney Sun 1st 1030am Benefice Service of Holy Communion
Sun 8th 1100am Morning Worship and Holy Baptism
Sun 15th 1100am Pet Service
1230pm Holy Baptism
Sun 22nd 1100am Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1030am Group Service of Holy Communion
SS Peter amp Paulrsquos Church Carbrooke Sun 8th 1030am All Age Worship
Sun 15th 1030am Holy Communion
Sun 22nd 1030am Lay Led Morning Worship
1230pm Holy Baptism
St John the Evangelist Church Ovington Thursdays 800am Said Holy Communion
Sun 8th 12 noon Pet Service
Sun 22nd 930am Lay Led All Age Worship
Breckles Caston Great Hockham Griston Merton Stow Bedon
Thompson
Worship Calendar August 2010
Sunday 1st August
1030 am United Holy Communion Thompson
Sunday 8TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Breckles
(Patronal Festival)
Sunday 15TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Gt Hockham
1030 am United Holy Communion Caston
Sunday 22ND August 900 am Holy Communion (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Gt Hockham
Sunday 29TH August
1030 am United Holy Communion Griston
Sunday 5TH September
1030 am United Holy Communion Stow Bedon
Our Pram Service Sunday Club amp WAY youth group
will resume in September
Enquiries The Revd Bob Nichols Tel (01953) 483222
Email revbobnicholsgmailcom
All Saints Church Threxton Sunday 1st August at 10 am
Scribble Pad
Across 7 One looking for riches (76) 8 Something to keep the claws in shape (8) 9 An assistant would be an idea (4) 10 Snap a biscuit for Christmas (7) 12 This clue might lead you the wrong way (5) 14 Fused fuse (5) 16 Feminine pronoun (7) 19 A phaser setting used by Captain Kirk (4) 20 A reserve supply to be drawn on (8) 22 but loose (553)
Down 1 A bright star from Avon (4) 2 Slopey writing (6) 3 infield pagan (7) 4 as chips said the chick (5) 5 Inherited (6) 6 Use this to change names (44) 11 Compared to a relation (8) 13 Earth shaking (7) 15 Of the coldest season (6) 17 How warm snow goes (6) 18 The sound of teddy bears (5) 21 Burn to charcoal (4)
PUZZLE CORNER
pound10 PRIZE CROSSWORD
Would you like to win a pound10 Voucher to spend Simply complete
the crossword on the right and drop it in to The Wayland News bin
at (or post it to) Adcocks 32 High Street Watton Norfolk IP25
6AE before the paper deadline All correct entries will be put into a
draw and the winner will receive a pound10 voucher to spend In the
event of any dispute the decision of the Editor will be final The
clues are a mix of cryptic and easy with one or two anagrams
thrown in just to make it more interesting
The correct solution will be published in the next issue
Last Month‟s Puzzle The winner of last month‟s pound10 prize was Mrs S Dockray of
Nelson Court Watton Well done Mrs Dockray
Thought for the month By Rev Barbara Winner Methodist Church Well the World Cup was disappointing for some of us and so
was Wimbledon There doesn‟t seem much to celebrate Or is
there
There was once a speaker who started off one of his talks by
showing everyone in the audience a pound50 note It was a crisp
new note He asked the room full of people who would like
the pound50 and it was no surprise that most hands went up He
then proceeded to crumple the note up in his hand and then
asked who still wanted it The hands stayed up Next he
dropped the note on the ground and started to grind the note
with his shoe When he picked it up it was dirty and
crumpled When he asked who still wanted it the hands stayed
up Well of course they did ndash just because it was crumpled
and dirty didn‟t prevent it being worth the pound50 just as it had
been in the beginning when he started his talk The note was
still of value ndash the value hadn‟t changed
We are in a time of change and cuts and we don‟t quite know
what‟s coming next But whatever cuts and changes come
however much we feel the effects our value as people has not
changed Life throws all sorts of things at us and we can end
up feeling crumpled and trodden on In God‟s eyes we are
loved and precious ndash valuable And no amount of cuts
changes and troubles will change this God‟s love for us is a
pure gift ndash it is not subject to cuts and change We read in the
Bible that God so loved the world that he gave his son that we
might have life And what‟s more it is a gift freely given
Now that really is worth celebrating
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 22 News
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Call Julian Horn on 01953 881885 ldquoSilver Surferrdquo support a speciality
SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEAS Hosted by St Maryrsquos Church in August
Sunday 15th August Christian Community Centre 230pm until 4pm All
welcome - please come along and bring family and friends
Watton United FC have begun
preparing for life in Anglian
Combination Division 1 by
appointing ex - Diss and Watton
player Paul Nicholls to assist with
training and match days whilst he
awaits his return to football from a
serious injury Manager Vince
Harwood has welcomed his return
to the club in a coaching capacity
and hopes his experience at a
higher level will improve the
young players currently at the club
Further changes behind the scenes
include the appointment of Ian
Hunt and Christian Hayward to
assist with running the reserve
team this season and they are
encouraging any new players to
attend training on Wednesday
nights at Watton Sports Centre
(7pm start)
The club has also arranged a number
of Preseason friendlies for the first
team all at home versus Watton
United 18s Dersingham Rovers
(Friday 6th August) and Thetford
Rovers (Wednesday 11th August)
kicking off at 645pm Their first
league fixture is a local derby away
at Wymondham Town on Tuesday
17th August
The reserves new management
team are looking forward to home
games against Thetford Rovers
Reserves (Wednesday 4th August)
and an unnamed team (Friday 13th
August) before their season starts
on Thursday 19th August away at
Mattishall Reserves All games
Kick off at 645pm
The club also have a number of
advertising opportunities available
this season with programme
adverts and advertising boards at
the ground all priced at pound50 for the
season Anyone interested should
contact Paul Woods on
07917361762 or email
infowattonunitedfccouk
Getting ready for the new season
For a small very rural bowls club
Ashill has exceeded all expectations
this year Our men reached the
quarterfinals of the Bales Cup and
Peter Bunn Colin Breeze Bob Hall
and Alan Willer reached the same
stage in the Norfolk County Fours The
men also lie 2nd in the Central North
Division just a half point behind
Thetford The ladies section not to be
outdone have also faired very well
Chris Bailey reaching the quarterfinals
of the County Unbadged Singles
before succumbing to an opponent
from Freethorpe she Inga Healy and
Jackie Taylor got to the quarterfinals of
the Coronation Cup and the latter two
and Sheila Malyon reached the semi-
finals of the County Triples before
being beaten by Diss at RG Carters
In the mixed competitions we
overcame Long Stratton Thetford and
Connaught (the latter two on their
home greens) to reach the semi-finals
of the Jermy Cup our opponents being
Freethorpe on Sunday 18th July at the
neutral green of Wymondham and just
recently we won the Coral Cup played
at Watton Bowls Club So far it has
been a very successful and enjoyable
season despite the vagaries of our
uncertain weather
Ashill Bowls Club minnows on a high
The sunny warm and dry weather
has turned parts of the course brown
but has made for some exciting golf
None more so than in the June
monthly medal when David Flack
playing off a handicap of 10 shot a
net 62 In the same competition
Martin Parker achieved a hole in 1
on the par three 12th hole which
made him very happy but led to a
large dent in his bank balance
Recent Stableford competition
winners were Tony Bonner Alan
Blythe Phil Barrall David Wakeford
and David Packard
Recent inter-club match results were
versus Eaton Away lost 2frac12 - 3frac12 V
Royal Cromer away lost 1frac12 - 4frac12 V
Costessey park at home lost 2frac12 -
3frac12 V Gt Yarmouth at home won
5frac12 - frac12
The Seniors Open was held on 1st
July and approx 50 players
representing 14 different clubs
played in a stableford competition It
was an excellent day enjoyed by all
and the winner was George Axten
from Kings Lynn A separate
competition for Richmond Park
members was won by David Adcock
Richmond Park Golf Club Senior Section
On Saturday 21st August at Ashill
rectory Garden there will be a Fun
BBQ from 4pm to 8pm Tickets are
just pound5 for adults and pound250 for
children and include BBQ Salads
and delicious desserts
We hope to raise enough money at
this event to fund another year of
education for children in Uganda
who we have supported for six years
Tickets are available from Ann Bunn
on 01760 440 150
Fun Barbecue for Ugandan Children
The Annual Summer Show will
be held on SATURDAY
AUGUST 7trade This is an
opportunity for residents of
Rocklands and the surrounding
area to exhibit Fruit and
Vegetables Flowers Cookery
Art and Handicrafts and for the
children to show off their skills
in various classes
Entries for the show are
accepted between 9am and
12noon with judging
commencing at 1pm Doors are
open to the public at approx
330pm Show Schedules are
available from Post Office
Stores Rocklands or Margaret
Lister
If you feel you would like to
take part in our Summer Show
and would like more
information contact Margaret
Lister on 01953 483417
Annual Summer Show at Rocklands
Celebrations Celebrations You are all warmly invited to join
us at Choral Evensong at St
Mary‟s Church Watton on
Sunday 1st August at 530pm for
a special service of prayer and
beautiful church music and
afterwards for tea and cake
This is a celebration as our church
choir is one of 67 choirs affiliated
to the Royal School of Church
Music in Norfolk
Do come and enjoy the music and
see for yourselves You may
even want to join us We are
always happy to welcome new
members to the Choir
Goods amp services - warranties Repairs for goods can be expensive and it is very
important that warranties provide adequate
protection Unfortunately Citizens‟ Advice Bureaux
continue to hear about clients whose warranties
have not been honoured Here are some of the cases
dealt with by Bureaux throughout the country
Bishops Waltham reported that a woman had
purchased a buggy for pound150 at Babies R Us in
May 2009 She noticed that the elbow joints were
becoming loose and she believed this was
dangerous as it could pinch a child‟s fingers She
took it back to Babies R Us in January 2010 and
they sent it back to the manufacturer which
returned it and stated that the bolts had been
tightened (despite the fact that the joints were
riveted not bolted) The elbow joints did initially
seem tighter but the problem soon reappeared and
so the client took the buggy back again and
complained Babies R Us refused to replace the
buggy but sent it to their quality assurance
department which stated that the problem was due
to wear and tear She asked to see the manager
and explained that the buggy was within the
warranty period and that she was most unhappy
that her child was in danger every time she used
it The manager walked away and would not
discuss it Other customers came up to her in the
store and said they had had similar experiences
Southend saw a man who had bought a second
hand van for about pound4000 from The Van Centre
He had taken it back to the trader twice within six
weeks of purchasing it because the engine kept
cutting out and the client believed it was not safe
to drive Despite the fact that the van was covered
by warranty The Van Centre refused to rectify
the problems The client was frustrated at having
been sold a faulty van and very annoyed that he
received no help when he returned it He was also
very anxious and worried about the safety of the
vehicle especially as he had two children who
travel with him at times
Sometimes failure to honour a warranty is
compounded by other unfair trading practices such
as pressure to upgrade the faulty goods to a more
expensive version or mis-selling of inappropriate or
unnecessary insurance Ash told us about a client
who had problems with a secondhand vehicle She
had purchased a car with a warranty from a local
dealer using a hire purchase agreement In the first
12 months the car suffered repeated electrical
problems which the dealer was unable to resolve
The offer of a courtesy car was not honoured
resulting in additional expense for the client When
the client refused to drive the car again the dealer
encouraged her to exchange it for a newer model
and refinance The client agreed but the finance was
refused as a result of a poor credit rating The client
was left locked in a finance agreement for a car
which she considered unroadworthy despite the fact
that it was under warranty
Southend saw a woman who had purchased a
treadmill from Argos for pound29999 Four months
later she purchased breakdown insurance for pound44
However when the equipment needed repairing
she was told by Argos that the insurance was not
valid because it was taken out more than 45 days
after purchase She was given a handwritten note
saying that the claim was rejected by the insurer
Allianz Kings for this reason and was told that
she could ask them to refund her premium No
other remedy was offered When the adviser rang
Allianz Kings they were told that the insurance
did not cover the fault because the goods were
within the manufacturers two year warranty
period and a claim should in fact be made on this
Allianz Kings said that this is what Argos had
told them and there was no mention of the issue
of when the insurance was purchased The client
was annoyed at Argos for failing to rectify the
situation and identify who was responsible She
was also frustrated that she had been sold and
had begun to pay for insurance which appeared to
be useless and unnecessary at least for the two
years of the warranty
If you think that you have been similarly affected by
consumer issues and you would like help and advice
then please call in to your local Bureau or you could
also contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or
use their website at wwwconsumerdirectgovuk
Sports News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 23
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Attleborough High in the Beach Volleyball Tournament
Three teams from Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre were
entered into the first Norfolk Beach
volleyball Tournament on Great
Yarmouth central beach This was the first
volleyball competition the school has
entered and there was an air of excitement
after some good practice sessions
Two U16 boys teams from Attleborough
High were entered into the 15 strong
league
Team 1 consisting of Richard Adelugba
Daniel Dean Matthew Brookson and Joe
Whiterod took a while to get use to the
sand losing their first game against Notre
Dame 17-9 Communication and
technique improved dramatically and the
Attleborough team went on to win against
Alderman Peel team 2 (25-9) Great
Yarmouth team 2 (23-11) and Oriel team
3 (20-17) The whole team worked well
together with excellent serving and
committed dives shown by all particularly
Richard saw Attleborough Team 1 sail
through to the play-off
Team 2 from Attleborough High consisted
of Callum Langstaff Jake Horscroft
Matthew Miller and Daniel Thompson
Some excellent combination play between
Callum and Jake saw this team win their
first game against Lynn Grove 19-11
Matthew put in some excellent serves in
the second game and Daniel‟s athletic
dives saw another win against Alderman
Peel team 3 (24-18) This team lost focus a
little towards the end and lost their final
two games against Oriel team 1 and Great
Yarmouth team 3 With two big wins to
start the tournament Attleborough team 2
managed to come 2nd in their group and
go into the play-off‟s
Team 1 played two teams to battle it out
for 1st 2nd and 3rd place Confidence was
boosted with great combinations of dig
set and smash to gain a win over
Alderman Peel team 1 (17-14) Next was
the unbeaten Oriel team 1 who always
took 3 touches to control and set up the
perfect smash was Attleborough found
hard to return
Final score here was 11-8 to Oriel
Attleborough Team 1 finished in 2nd
place out of 15 teams
Team 2 from AHS faced Notre Dame and
Oriel team 3 in their play-off and even
though excellent commitment was shown
to get even the slightest touch on the ball
two defeats left them in 6th place out of 15
One U16 girls team from Attleborough
High was entered consisting of Lauren
Willingham Annalise Gray Holly
Warren Ellie Philpott Sinead
Bollingbroke and Charlotte Ord The
girls team had 2 substitutes and took a
while to get use to the rotation of
positions The first game against
Alderman Peel 1 saw a closely contested
battle with some brilliant smashes from
Lauren but unfortunately the final
whistle blew at 17-16 to the opponents
With great determination and some
excellent set plays coming together from
Anna and Ellie the girls team went to
win three of their final games Caister
(19-16) Alderman Peel 4 (20-16) and
Lynn Grove (34-8)
Three out of four wins saw the
Attleborough High School girls through to
the grand final to play Notre Dame Even
though Sinead served brilliantly
throughout the team lost 48-21 leaving
Attleborough U16 girls to finish 2nd out
of 11 teams
Player from Watton United FC took
a break from the World Cup action
this month to try their hand on the
golf course at their 4th Annual Golf
Tournament on Friday 25th June
An impressive total of 23 x 4 man
teams competed this year The
competition comprised of 18 holes
under stableford rules with prizes
for the individual best score and
team score taking the best two
scores on each hole from each team
This year also saw the presentation
of the RICK NEAVE cup in
memory of Watton United‟s former
manager being awarded to the
highest scoring individual who has
played for Watton United FC and a
new award presented to the person
with the lowest overall round
The club were pleased to see a
number of current club members
taking part together with some
familar faces from the past including
ex Watton United Managers Tony
Shipp Bob Taylor and ex players
Andy Hunt Paul Jarvis Daryl
Woodward Andy Campbell and
Richard Spillman Ollie Applegate
Karl Pitcher all appearing in teams
for the first time
Winners were as follows
BEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE 1st B
Taylor (47 points) 2nd H Waters (46
points) 3rd D Rudling (45 points)gt
BEST TEAM SCORE 1st Team
Spillman (S Spillman R Spillman
D Rudling I Bonser (99 points) 2nd
Team Shipp (T Shipp G Rowlands
K Kitteridge T Lyons (97 points)
3rd Team Wordley (S Wordley R
Bailey P Legrice M Mace (95
points)
RICK NEAVE CUP Bob Taylor (47
Points)
LOWEST GROSS ROUND Paul
Matless (72 shots)
OTHER AWARDS Nearest The Pin
(Hole 3) - Jon Sproston Longest
Drive (Hole 9) - Stuart Livock
Longest Drive (Hole 13) - P Matless
Nearest The Pin (Hole 17) - Phil
Patience Wooden Spoon (Paul
Rayner)
The club would like to again extend
its thanks to thanks Simon Jessop at
Richmond Park Golf Club for
providing excellent hospitality
throughout the day and allowing the
club to put on this much needed
fundraiser each year Details of next
year‟s competition will available in
2011
Pictured are the winning team left to
right S Spillman D Rudling R
Spillman I Bonser
Watton Uniteds 4th Annual Golf Day
ST MARYrsquoS CHURCH WATTON
GRAND FETE amp CAR BOOT SALE
on the field next to St Maryrsquos Church Car Park Saturday 21st August from 900am to 100pm
Raffle ~ Games ~ Cakes ~ Refreshments Car boot places at pound4 per car no need to book Please contact the Parish Office 01953 881252
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 24 Sports News
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Street Watton IP25 6AE Or you can leave copy in the bin at Adcocks 32 High
Street Watton
The e-mail address is julianmidnorfolktimescom
All views expressed in the Mid-Norfolk Times are those of the contributors and
not the publishers While every care and effort has been taken to ensure accuracy
the publisher cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions
This issue of the Mid-Norfolk Times was published by Julian Horn 32 High Street Watton IP25 6AE and printed through
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EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
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Gardening Mid-Norfolk Times Page 11
A meeting was held at the Old
Buckenham Church Rooms on
Saturday 26 June to set up the Old
Buckenham Allotment Society
Eighteen people attended and it was
agreed that Tim Bornett would chair
this inaugural meeting
It was formally agreed to establish an
Old Buckenham Allotment Society
and discussion took place on its
function and its purpose
The Society is to be open to all
individuals who live in the
parish or immediate
neighbourhood and who
have an interest in
allotments or wish to
obtain a plot in the future
Some basic rules were
adopted after further
discussion and debate As
the proposed constitution
would allow the rules to be
amended if at least half of
all members agreed it was
decided to adopt a bdquowait
and see‟ approach to any
rule changes
The following were
elected as officers Tim
Bornett would be
chairman Keith Hodgson
secretary and Tom North
treasurer
The meeting agreed to
seek affiliation to the
National Allotment and
Leisure Society and the
secretary would write to
the Parish Council
informing them of the
formation of the society
There was general debate
on the provision of
allotments in the Parish
and it was agreed to write
to the Parish Council
asking for their working
party on allotments to
meet more often and
provide feedback
Decisions on who would
run the allotments would
await model rules from the
National Allotment and
Leisure Society and an
agreement with the Parish
Council A person wanting
an allotment does not
necessarily have to belong
to Old Buckenham
Allotment Society Some two acres
of land would be needed to provide
up to 18 plots and there was
discussion on the suitability of
possible sites including the provision
of water and access to the plots
It was agreed that members would
pay pound5 as a joining fee and that the
treasurer would collect this at the
next meeting which would be held
on Monday 12 July Courtesy
httpoldbuckenhamblogspotcom
Flowers gardens good company and
a tasty lunch were enjoyed in
glorious weather by members and
friends at the July meeting held in
Joy Tunmores garden Wearing
buttonholes everyone strolled round
the garden for a plant identification
quiz sweet peas were judged and
plants sold
Competitions - Best Corsage was
worn by Sue Blackett Jane Cannells
sweet peas were placed first and
Shirley Betts had the most points in
the plant identification quiz
Next Meeting will be held on 12th
August 2010 at Old Buckenham
Village Hall 2 pm when The Girls
will be arranging from Whats in the
Box
The competition is for an
arrangement in a box and the table
show is for three stems of hot colour
from the border
Visitors are always very
welcome Further details
from Pat 01953 457305
or Sally 01953 788712
The Attleborough amp District
Horticultural Society annual Rose
amp Sweet Pea Show was held as
usual in the beautiful surroundings
of Peter Beales Rose Gardens and
the glorious summer evening
encouraged a good turnout of
members and guests
The award for the Best Rose
Exhibit and the Peter Beales
Trophy went to Ray Snow who
also won the award for the Best
Rose Bloom The Best Sweet Pea
Exhibit and the Len Revell Trophy
was won by Jan Delaney who also
took the prize for the Best Sweet
Pea Stem Sally Westrup took the
awards for the Best Flower
Arrangement and also Best
Photograph
Prior to the presentation of prizes
by the mayor of Attleborough there
was a tribute to Jackie Swain
whose sudden and untimely death
is a great loss not only to
the Society of which she
was vice-chairman but
also to many other
organisations in the local
area She worked
tirelessly behind the
scenes and was always
happy to help out in any
way she possibly could
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Sowing the seeds of an Allotment Society
Our June meeting was entertained by
Jim Paine our speaker for the
evening I met him as he brought in
the first of a number of crates
containing a variety of plants to
illustrate his talk entitled bdquoRight
Plant Right Placebdquo We had to find a
second large table to accommodate
all the bdquoprops‟ for his talk and these
were so large he almost disappeared
behind them Jim started with a brief
resume of what he and his Rocklands
Walnut Tree Nursery do and the
ideas behind their aims Established
in 1998 with partner Clare Billington
Walnut Tree is a traditional nursery
not a garden centre and they raise all
their own plants including trees from
seed with 1000-1250 different
species available through the year
This perfectly describes his principle
that plants should be centre stage in a
garden not the hard landscaping and
decking that can look so tired after a
relatively short while I don‟t think he
cares much for decking They also
use their own garden to demonstrate
the development of plants over a
period of years and have joined with
other nurseries in a marketing co-
operative which operates throughout
Norfolk and we collected some of
their leaflets As they are not in
competition customers get a well-
organised service to set up their
gardens either from scratch or just to
find a plant to solve a particular
problem We were advised to visit
gardens as well as taking information
from books and the media Take a
notebook and camera as well to see
what works and why and then add
lists to your garden plans
Herbaceous borders are labour-
intensive but there again so is grass
if grown properly and far more
satisfaction can be gained from as
wide a border as possible I don‟t
think he cares much for grass either
A good tip also is to try and avoid
using one plant - this can give a
bdquodotty‟ impression so restricting the
palette and using blocks of plants
repeatedly gives more rhythm
So we get from the set up to the aim
of making each garden work for its
owner in terms of understanding
plant ecology and the micro-climate
involved Each garden may well have
some parts in full sun some in part
shade and some in full shade such as
under trees or shrubs There may also
be different moisture levels and
acidityalkalinity levels Equally an
open windy site can be transformed
over the years into a sheltered one as
plants grow so a garden is constantly
evolving So much for the science
Jim then showed us the selection of
plants he had brought Each of them
demonstrated the principles of how to
get the right one in its preferred
setting to do well He really got the
bit between his teeth on this as it is so
important for the customer to achieve
the desired effect He showed us that
hostas and similar broad leafed plants
need some shade as they lose so
much water through their leaves in
transpiration However modern
varieties have been bred to tolerate
sun provided their roots are in moist
soil At the opposite end of the scale
he showed us that pinks have narrow
grey leaves that are covered in tiny
hairs to trap any moisture going and
these and similar upright plants will
be best suited to dry sunny
conditions Another example of this
is the lychnis (woolly lambs‟ ears)
which also has silvery-grey leaves
that feel as though they are made of
felt These self-seed freely and are
well suited to gravel gardens as well
as herbaceous borders If self-seeders
work for you they‟ll help with the
rhythm effect of creating blocks
down the borders all by themselves
Some plants are more robust than
others Astrantia for instance prefers
some shade but will tolerate full sun
as will hardy geraniums
Many of the spring flowering shrubs
and bulbs tend to be happiest in a
woodland area so they can flower and
set seed before the canopy closes
over Think rhododendrons and
bluebells They then have time to
bulk up ready for next year‟s display
Later flowering plants for shade can
have architectural leaves such as
heucherella epimedium brunnera
These all have beautiful leaves
followed by tall stems with dainty
flowers The saxifrage and dicentra
families prefer moist conditions but
will tolerate dry and hate water
logging in winter
After a question and answer session
we were allowed to buy the plants
Jim had brought and the design
element of avoiding impulse buying
went straight out of the window I
don‟t know how Jim packs so much
information into an hour I am sure
he will be receiving more visitors
as a result One other thing to bear
in mind Walnut Tree is local so
from an environmental point of
view the furthest the plants will
travel is from the nursery to your
garden with advice thrown in Beats
the ones that arrive from the
continent in large lorries to sheds
doesn‟t it
The mini-show was bdquoA Floral
Arrangement in an Unusual
Container‟ and was won by Ralph
Kinsley with three cream
Zantedeschias (calla lilies) in a
banana That‟s sure unusual Ralph
Second was Violet Simmons with a
display of dainty spring flowers
contrasting nicely with a walking
boot
Third went to Geoff Twelftree with a
teapot
There was nothing to choose between
the last two entries so HC went
jointly to Mary Marriott with a giant
teacup and saucer and Jackie
Priestley with a decorative mini
watering can
It was nice to see all the entries
colour-coded with the containers
We finished as usual with Geoff‟s
Tips for July including feed and
spray roses tie in wandering stems of
climbers plant hardy cyclamen and
summer prune wisteria
Bradenham amp District Horticultural Society
Breckland Flower and Garden Club
Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 12 News
Karen Bales ACCA MAAT Bsc (Hons)
Telephone 01953 884019
118 Norwich Road Watton Thetford Norfolk IP25 6DU
Email balesbrowneaccountancyyahoocouk
Accounts preparation for Sole traders Limited Companies and Partnerships
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On Thursday 15th July the
whole of Watton Westfield
Infant amp Nursery School
followed a carousel of activities
for a very healthy day
Norwich City Football Club sent
along some trainers from
bdquoFootball in the Community‟
and the children took part in a
penalty shootout competition
The winning children will
receive trophies footballs kit
and everyone will receive a
certificate for participating
The dental nurses brought their
special crocodile puppets so the
children could see how to care
for their teeth They provided lot
of fun
Later everyone had to solve
riddles and follow on exercise
trail around the lovely school
grounds to collect treasures
(pictured below)
In the hall the pupils did jump
rope aerobic activities to keep
their hearts healthy
Also Mr George a well-known
local chef and parent governor
taught the children how to make
fruit kebabs The children tasted
fruit they had never tried before
The whole day culminated with
bdquoA Big Thank you Assembly‟
when everyone sang a rousing
version of the Westfield Healthy
Song
It was an exhausting but
thoroughly enjoyable day The
school would like to thank
everyone who helped to make
the day a great success
Healthy School Day at Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School
Key to Pictures
Top left Kieron Phoenix
reaching new heights in
the skipping exercise
Top right Lewis Pinkney
scoring a terrific penalty _
a future England Player
perhaps
Mid Left Ibbi Ivory
showing how the girls are
just as good as the boys at
penalties
Mid Right Josh Stadius-
Horn cornering like Lewis
Hamilton in the
playground
Left Left - Beau-Kerry
Bonner (touching yellow
bowl) Right - Abbie
Dennis (fruit on stick)
enjoying the fruits of the
labours of local chef Mr
George
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 13
80 Brandon Road Watton
Tel 01953 882752
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lsquoNoted for Good Foodrsquo
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Try our Traditional Sunday Lunch
Discounts for large bookings always negotiable
Children Always Welcome
By Edith Pleasance
The spell of lovely weather we are
enjoying as I write this takes me back
to the hot Summer days of my
childhood One incident I shall never
forget was the time our mother took us
three children for a rare day at the
seaside
We were up and about early to pack
our swimsuits and cheese sandwiches
together with a slice each of Mum‟s
fruit cake to sustain us A bottle of
lemonade with a couple of chipped
cups all packed into a straw bag and
we were ready to go
Our walk to the nearest beach took
around forty minutes then came the
usual argument about which square
yard of the front we would occupy Ma
preferred the top end near the wall
while we kids wanted to be as near the
water‟s edge as possible As usual we
split the difference and settled
somewhere in the centre An old piece
of blanket was spread on the sand
while Tom our eldest fetched a deck
chair for our mum to sit in which
would cost her threepence for the full
day when the deckchair collector came
around Then we children were ready
to enjoy our outing
As the eldest girl I was given the task
of looking after two-year-old Joey (a
right little handful Ma called him) We
had our jamjar with string around the
neck to form a handle and headed for
the rocks which though slippery were
fairly shallow and had many crystal-
clear pools where we gathered to stir
the pebbles and seaweed with many
squeals of delight to reveal the
treasures that the tide had left To the
opposite side of the beach the cliffs
rose high above and sometimes we
would see the older children attempting
to scale them However we were given
strict instructions to keep well away
and stay on the left
After some time our mum beckoned us
in to eat and drink our picnic We were
proudly showing her our bdquocatch‟ of a
couple of minute crabs and an
assortment of tiny anemones we also
had a length of bladderwrack that we
loved to press to make it crack We
suddenly became aware of people
shouting and running towards the
cliffs bdquoSome fool has got himself stuck
halfway up‟ said Ma bdquonot the first and
won‟t be the last I‟ll wager‟
The rest of that day was enjoyed with
us kids running in and out of the rising
tide and practising our doggy paddle
until at around four o‟clock we were
rounded up dried off and ready for the
walk home which somehow always
seemed longer and more tiring than the
outward journey
News of any sort quickly buzzed
around our village by word of mouth
but it wasn‟t until the following
morning that Ma Taylor from next
door brought the local daily
newspaper to show the headline
reading ldquoTwo children drowned after
falling from the cliffs at Petitorrdquo They
were brother and sister to a large
family living on our estate where
everybody knew everyone else
Apparently a toddler had run away
from his older sister when in trying to
catch and hold on to him both
stumbled and fell down the cliff face to
plunge into deep water and drowned
The thought that we were enjoying
ourselves on the beach just yards from
where those two kiddies died clawing
at the rocks fighting for their lives will
stay in my memory for ever
---o0o--- Edith Pleasance copy 030710
A Seaside Memory Customer Services on the road Not a bdquoone stop shop‟ but a bdquoone
stop bus‟ will be pulling into
Breckland villages in the next few
weeks
Breckland Council in partnership
with Poultec training has launched
a new mobile service to bring
access to services out into local
communities The eye-catching bus
is equipped with the very latest
satellite technology so residents
who use it will experience exactly
the same speedy access to services
as callers to the main Council
customer service centres
At the One Stop Bus you can get
advice support and information
about Council services This may
be about Council Tax or Benefits -
or you may want to book a bulk
collection or report a missed refuse
collection Service Connectors will
be available on Thursdays and
Fridays and the last Wednesday of
every month and are committed to
helping the all customers The bus
will be making a number of regular
stops around the district and details
of the times and locations will be
available on the Breckland Council
website
Councillor Adrian Stasiak said
ldquoWe really want to put customer
service in the spotlight and
encourage people to access council
services The bus and the one stop
shops are just some of the ways in
which we are taking our services to
people around the districtrdquo
Services delivered in complete
privacy include
Applications for and enquiries
about Housing and Council Tax
Benefits
Payments for Council services
(including Council Tax) using
debit
Requesting a bulky waste
collection or
Reporting an abandoned vehicle
Telephone and website access will
also be available to specialist
advisers in
The Citizens Advice Bureau
Norfolk County Council
Plus many other partner agencies
Edward Bales Managing Director
of Poultec said ldquoWe are very
pleased to be working in
partnership with Breckland and this
supports the vocational skills work
we are already doing with schools
and in the wider community
ldquoVocational skills are all about
raising aspirations and this will
enable us to help more people
further their skills and give
themselves a brighter futurerdquo
Visit our website for further details
of the one stop bus and details of
locations and times of when and
where you can visit the bus ndash
wwwbrecklandgovuk
one_stop_bus
Friday 6 August 10 - 12Noon
Saham Toney (Community Centre)
2pm ndash 4pm Great Ellingham
(Outside shop and Post Office)
Friday 13 August 10 - 12Noon Old
Buckenham Village Hall 2pm ndash
4pm New Buckenham The George
Pub
Thursday 19 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Swanton Morley Village Hall 2pm
ndash 4pm Bawdeswell Village Hall
Friday 20 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Weeting Village Hall 2pm ndash 4pm
Mundford Village Hall
Wednesday 25 August 10 ndash
12Noon Thetford Abbey Car park
2pm ndash 4pm Hockham Village Hall
Thursday 26 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Shipdham Village Green 2pm ndash
4pm Mattishall Village Hall
Friday 27 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Banham Community Centre 2pm
ndash 4pm East Harling Market
Square
Adrian Stasiak Executive Member
for Communicates and Benefits at
Breckland Council with Edward
Bayles Managing Director of
Poultec and members of the One
Stop Bus team
Mornin ter orl onya or iffen yewre
hed yer dinna thas artanoon ter orl
onya
Spect yor well inta yer nu teartas by
now thar cummin up orlrite spite not
hevin a lot o rearn
Cos Horry he say his bin diggin
hissun fer wicks we dornt set a lotta
stor by his tearls tho
Tha ole Willuj Horl hed a meetin
larst wik n Horry n me thort we‟d
jine in
Blarst tha ole mawtha inna tha chare
gissus a rare ole luk n she say ldquoWot
yew tew duin in hare tha meetin is
privaterdquo ldquoThas orl riterdquo say Horry
ldquoWe sharnt lissen ter wot yewre a
sayinrdquo I rekoned we orta sit tite cos
ware bin hare a lotlonga than har n
tha ole football warnt wuth wotchin
nither
Tha ole kermitee ware a clakin on fer
a fare wile an Horry sorta gin ter
snor but as sune as thar torked about
anutha o tha gret ole grub nites He
wos up onna his feet wolunteerin ter
tearst orl tha offrins jist in cearse tha
doont mit tha rite standuds
Tha ole Chearwumon she giv Horry
wun o tha luks wott‟l bun worta she
say ldquoYew et moost of ennyonus larst
time yew grate ole pig yew rekkun
yew shud be barred fra orl ower
doo‟s yew allus cors a hellup dew
yew siddown a kipya clacka shutrdquo
Well tha sorta put Horry in his
plearce fer a while
Summonem rekkun‟d we orta hev
one o tha bottle banks meark a bit a
munny for tha horl
Cos thet gotta tha ole chearwumon a
garpin at us tew she sed atween us
we cud fill tha thing up inna coupla
daze I dint no wot she ware a gittin
at cos I allus teark my ole bottles
back to tha pub tha lanlord gissus
tuppence fer evra bottle mindyew I
git tha feelin thet he shuv tuppence
onna a pint o mild ony I doont offen
git a rownd in since tha furrinas
mooved inta tha Big Horl up tha
rood yew ony hev to ware a dutty
ole cap n stic a bitta straw in ya gob
n luk sorta dwany n thars a baer onna
tha tearble
Anyways the Horl Kermitee hev
agreed to hev a gret ole grub nite
sune Horry sekunded thet mowshun
n I thurded it but we wus towd to
keep ower nooses owt tha horls
bisness Tha kermitee‟ll hefta arsk
tha cowncil abowt gittin wun o tha
bottle banks cos thet mite wont
plannin permishun
I shull tell yew orl abowt ower posh
grub nite anutha time thas time for
my fourses
Dew yew keep a troshin Sid
The Ovington Crower
Watton Town Council owns and
runs a community bus which is
used by the elderly and disabled at
the discretion of the council
The bus is used on a weekly basis
Monday to Friday to transport
elderly residents from their homes
to the Wayland Luncheon Club
This service is a vital part of some
resident‟s lives enabling them to
enjoy a meal and socialise It is
primarily for those who may have
become isolated for a variety of
reasons
The Council relies on volunteers to
drive the bus and although we now
have regular drivers to cover the
five days we are looking for
volunteers who would be prepared
to cover for holidays and sickness
so you if you can spare a few hours
per week on an occasional basis at
short notice we would be pleased to
hear from you
Contact the Town Clerk ndash Jacqui
Seal on 01953 881007
WANTED Community Bus Drivers
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 14 News
Two bumper cheques for Chairman Charity
Two bumper cheques for pound1136 have
been presented to Diabetes UK and
Cancer Research UK by Cllr John
Rogers previous Chairman of
Breckland Council
The money was raised through a
variety of fundraising events which
Cllr Rogers has held this year
including an auction and raffle held at
the Chairman‟s reception and Clerk to
Watton Town Council Jacqui Seal
held a garden party and raised pound22000
which she kindly donated to the
Chairman‟s charity
The presentation took place at the
Watton Pentecostal Church on Harvey
Street in Watton during the regular
monthly meeting of the Watton and
District Support Group for Diabetes
The group meet once a month on the
second Monday of very month and
have been meeting for four years
Receiving the cheques were Paul Fleet
area volunteer manager who accepted
on behalf of Cancer Research UK Paul
said ldquoCancer Research UK is the
leading independent funder of cancer
research in Europe We are almost
entirely funded by the public with very
little government funding Without the
generosity and dedication of our
supporters we would not be able to
continue to make progress against
cancer The donation from Cllr Rogers
and Breckland Council is very much
appreciated and will go a long way in
funding our continued work in the fight
against cancer
Ron Thompson accepted the cheque on
behalf of Diabetes UK and said the
funds would be used to fund holidays
for children with diabetes
Ron commented ldquoDiabetes UK has
been organising family weekends and
children‟s holidays for many years We
are very pleased to accept the cheque
on behalf of the Eastern Region for
Diabetes UKrdquo
Cllr Rogers said ldquoI am so pleased to be
able to present these cheques to two
hardworking and worthwhile charities
that I have supported over the past year
ldquoCancer Research‟s groundbreaking
work into the prevention diagnosis and
treatment of cancer has helped save
millions of lives This work is funded
entirely by the public which is why
fundraising events are so important
ldquoThere are three million people in
the UK living with diabetes and
20000 children in the UK have
diabetes We have had many
fundraising events this year to help
Diabetes UK continue our work to
improve the lives of people with
diabetes
Cllr Rogers Ron Thompson and members of the Watton and District support group for Diabetes UK
Attleborough High School and Sixth
Form Centre Geography teacher Joel
Rodker has earned the exciting
opportunity to experience cutting-edge
environmental research work on an
expedition to Belarus this summer
Earlier this year Earthwatch the
international environmental charity
invited UK-based secondary level
teachers of geography science and
citizenship to apply to join its
expedition Belarus Wetlands from 2-
11 August 2010
Joel who is also the school‟s Lead
Teacher for the Environment is one of
eight successful applicants who will be
helping Earthwatch scientists to find
effective ways of conserving the
unique wetlands of Belarus hiking to
sampling sites to collect data which
will help the scientists to select
wetlands which are in need of
protection
Wetlands in Belarus make up 14 per
cent of the country Particularly
threatened and little-studied are the
oligotrophic (low nutrient) or bdquoraised‟
bogs which are the focus of the Belarus
Wetlands research project Bogs are
extremely important as they improve
the gas composition of the atmosphere
carry out climate regulation and
regulate water flows on the surface and
within the soil
Experienced facilitators will help Joel
and the other teachers to link the
research and their experiences on the
project to the curriculum On his return
to Attleborough High Joel will use his
new knowledge to inform the learning
of the students at the school The
teachers on the project will work
together to devise educational
resources for use in the classroom and
these resources will be made available
for others to use
Speaking about the trip Joel Rodker
said ldquoThis is a very special opportunity
to visit a fascinating environment meet
like-minded people and learn a huge
amount in a short space of time I want
to inspire our students to do similar
things I intend to share my
experiences with the staff and students
at Attleborough High and also to
demonstrate links between the
protection of important ecosystems in
Belarus and looking after the
environment in our own community
for example the impact on the
environment of the school wildlife
pond we are in the process of creatingrdquo
The 2010 Earthwatch educator
expedition to Belarus is kindly
supported by ICAP and the Garfield
Western Foundation To find out
how you can join an Earthwatch
expedition in 2010 call +44 (0)1865
318831 or visit
wwwearthwatchorgeurope
Local teacher to become a hero for the planet on an Earthwatch expedition
President beryl Brannan presided
over the first meeting of the new
Inner Wheel year She welcomed
Ann Akister‟s visitor Jenny
Bickerton from Canterbury and
everybody else Special mention for
Angela Rowlings our newest
member whom Beryl inducted to our
group Angela is a Honorary
Member
Our meeting held at the home of
Karen Barwood was an exotic
demonstration of Belly Dancing
Allison Dickson Sheila Harwood
and Karen Barwood all performed for
us in full flowing costume The
movements to music were elegant
and peaceful and full of emotion
which is more than can be said when
we were asked to join in General
wobbling of body parts was about all
we could muster but it entertained
those who elected to watch Karen
Sheila and Allison were thanked by
Beryl for an unusual but appreciated
evening
The Strawberry Tea raised pound64460
and 88 people attended the money
will go to UNICEF
The visit to Kew Gardens was very
enjoyable and the boat trip was
blessed with a wonderful breeze
giving a good finish to the day many
thanks to Brenda Davis for
organising everything in her usual
efficient manner
We are having a stall at the Wayland
Show and will be pleased to see you
all there
Future events include a lunchtime
concert with the Breckland Breeze
Wind Quartet on Septmber 15th and
on the 1st October a Barn Dance at
the Queens Hall
The Raffle with three prizes was won
by Ann Akister Peggy Barley and
Beryl Brannan We had a very
enjoyable evening amidst friends
The Inner Wheel Club of Watton
Letter to the Editor Thank you for printing an article in
your June issue on St Marys Church
Houghton on the Hill I am writing
to ask if any of your readers would
enjoy helping in the garden or
welcoming visitors to the church I
love this church and the peace that
surrounds it when I lived in
Swaffham I used to go regularly and
help in the garden that surrounds the
church unfortunately I now live in
Cromer so I can only go once a
month or so Last week when I
visited I was told that they were short
of volunteers so if you can spare and
hour or two a weekmonthevery now
and then please phone Bob Davey on
01760 440470 Dee Roye
This is the first in a series of little
anecdotes written by a good old
Norfolk boy (but not written in
Norfolk for the sake of all them old
infiltrators)
Do you remember the vets off
Watton High Street - up Worms
Yard I used to own a big old dog -
I was often seen walking him
around Watton That was before the
days of poo bags and red litter
bins Anyway I woke up one
morning and read the obituaries in
the EDP to make sure it was OK to
get out of bed and went down to
take the dog for an early morning
walk He gave me a bit of a shock
because he had gone all cross eyed
I thought I had better take him to
the vets and walked him down to
the surgery Fortunately the vet
could see him right away so I took
him in and the vet picked him up
looked into his eyes and had a good
look round him
Im going to have to put him
down he said
Well I said tears welling up
Thats a bit of a shock I will be
very sorry to see him go especially
because hes only gone cross-eyed
No you daft br the vet said
Hes heavy
Wilfson remembers
Lee Higgs of Edwards
Newsagents Watton
ldquoYour Ideal Shoprdquo makes a
presentation to Lucy
Vallerine who has recently
been judged to be the most
reliable and accurate News
Delivery person out of
more than sixty juvenile
staff employed by Edwards
Newsagents
Edwards presently deliver
newspapers and magazines
to over two thousand homes
across the Wayland area
and speaking of Lucy‟s
contribution to the excellent
service offered by Edwards
Lee Higgs said ldquoLucy has
been employed for 8
months and has never
missed a day or been late I
have great pleasure in
making this presentation
recognising her hard workrdquo
Well done Lucy
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 15
By David and Carolyn Jessup
It‟s always good to have a driving
licence as it gives the local people
an extra string to their bow when
seeking a job It seems like with
many things in South Africa that
there is a certain amount of
corruption involved with driving
tests Ivy decided that she wanted
to take a test and had already been
told by Cute the girlfriend of her
boss that the Examiners were open
to monetary persuasion She
decided that rather than chance
failing she would try this route -
failing would of course bring the
additional expense of at least one
further test
Ivy contacted the Examiner
who agreed that he would
accept R2000 to pass
already less than Cute had
paid So I took her to
Thulamarshe for her driving
test although she wanted an
extended lesson prior to the
test She had already had a
few lessons in what could
only be described as a
possibly unroadworthy
bakkie on some rough unsurfaced
land staked out with sticks to
reverse between The bakkie was
missing one wing mirror and had
no inside mirror so reversing was
a problem On the way to the test
centre I quickly showed her how to
do a three point turn and then we
went to find an Instructor
We followed a vehicle for about 2
km to another rough piece of land
where there were a number of
other people receiving tuition in
large trucks Apparently trucks are
easier to drive than cars Ivy had a
lengthy discussion with an
Instructor and came away saying
he was too expensive We went
back to the test centre and she had
a small lesson with another
Instructor went for her test and
ldquopassedrdquo after handing over the
bribe Since coming back home I
have learnt that this practise is also
rife in Eastern Europe so maybe
we are surrounded by drivers who
have never passed an official test
Before Cute took her test she was
driving around with a friend when
she was stopped by the Police
With no official licence at that
time she was concerned that she
may be asked to produce
documents Luckily they did not
ask for these items but merely
requested the mobile telephone
numbers of the two ladies
probably to call them for a date
Fortunately the ladies were both
alert and gave incorrect numbers
There are often breakdown
vehicles near the main traffic lights
(robots) in Hazyview and an
inquisitive Ivy asked them why
they were waiting there
Apparently they often put oil on
the road at night especially when
the roads are wet to try to cause
accidents They were not ashamed
or shy to admit this and were not at
all concerned if people are injured
or killed as long as they get
business from the accidents
I was stopped no less than 5 times
by the local Police Sometimes just
checking vehicles and the
registration and other times for
trivialities like not coming to a halt
at a 4-way stop sign Once I was
stopped for speeding 79 kph in a
60 limit that I hadn‟t noticed After
protracted discussion and a view of
the video I was informed the fine
would be R750 although they
would accept R300 If I wanted a
receipt this would mean going to a
distant Police Station with the
possibility of a long wait I decided
to hand over R300 and get on our
way This later caused me some
resentment as the money obviously
went into the pocket of the Officer
Unfortunately and stupidly I did
not take a name and although I
reported the matter I never heard
any more If there is a next time I
shall know exactly what to do
Ever since we have been going to
Africa I have always tried to avoid
running over and killing any live
creature Sometimes it cannot be
avoided and I had at least two
instances this time which I have
regretted ever since I was driving
quite fast along the main road
heading for our house when a
Vervet Monkey ran from the road
side and into the path of the car I
could not avoid hitting it and the
loud thud made me feel quite sick
Looking in my mirror I could see
the Monkey lying dead in the road
- 10 minutes later I drove back to
town and the body had
disappeared At first I thought it
may have been moved by its
grieving family but it was probably
picked up by one of the large
raptors which regularly hover
above the road
Even more sickening was the time
I was driving in the grounds of a
local Hotel and I saw from the
car what I thought were
thousands of large flies floating
just above the ground There
were literally millions and I
avoided opening the car door to
investigate in case they all came
in I drove for about 300 metres
on this track before I got out for
an appointment and to my
absolute horror I then realised
they were baby frogs There had
been heavy rain the previous night
and they had all come up from the
nearby river It was an awesome
sight to see so many frogs together
but I was so angry that I had not
identified what they were until it
was too late
Relationship difficulties Bereavement Stress
BullyingAbuse Addictions Depression
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South Africa again with a Touch of Mozambique and Swaziland
Watton in Bloom
On Sunday 4th July on a glorious summer
morning Watton Town Mayor Mr Roy Ivory
selected the best garden for summer blooms
on behalf of the Watton Society Despite the
cold frosty Spring and two weeks of drought
in late June Mr DR and Mrs AL Ankerman
were again awarded the silver platter to hold
for a year Of course most residents are not
aware that the Mayor is about the town
judging the gardens as this as a competition
that is not formally entered The Watton
Society are happy to make this award for the
fourteenth year with the help of the Mayor the
society‟s Honorary President Ten certificates
are awarded to those gardeners reaching a
highly commended standard in recognition of
their achievements Bryan H Wykes Vice
Chairman Watton Society
Fabulous mixed media Summer Art Exhibition 15 Talented local amp regional artists will be
displaying their work in mediums to include
watercolour gouache graphite wood
textile between Saturday 7th and Saturday
21st August in the Dragonfly Gallery at
Wayland House High St Watton Opening
Times are 10am ndash 4pm weekdays 10am ndash
1pm Saturdays There will be a Preview
Evening on Friday 6th August between 7pm
and 830pm All works on display can be
purchased - the preview evening is very
popular and recommended if you are
looking to buy and there will be a free glass
of wine and nibbles Please contact Susan
Hollingworth 01953 880205 for further
information
This month we did something completely
different for our WI meeting We spent
our time walking around Watton
following clues on a bdquoMurder Mystery
Trail‟ This was of course a fictional
murder but we had tremendous fun
solving the clues and finding out some
interesting facts about the history of
Watton on the way I don‟t think it would
be fair of me to tell you who did do it as
some of you may have intentions of
following the trail yourselves We
finished up at our meeting hall where we
enjoyed refreshments
Janet Oxborough from Ashill WI then
reported on the NFWI National AGM she
had attended in Cardiff in June As
expected the resolution urging the
Government on the mandatory labelling
of meat fish and poultry with true
country of origin was carried with a very
large majority Pat thanked Janet for a
very comprehensive account of the
meeting Birthday posies were presented
to Sandra and Jan and the raffle was won
by Joyce Jan and guest Janet Oxborough
Barbara will be hosting a Macmillan
Coffee Morning on Friday 10th
September ndash a little earlier than the
official date We also received details of
the Norfolk amp Norwich Operatic
Society‟s production at the Theatre Royal
in January ndash this is to be bdquoFiddler on the
Roof‟
Next month will be a social evening in
Watton Christian Community Centre
starting at 730 pm For information about
the WI as always the number to ring is Pat
on 882275 or Barbara on 882595
Who done it
Prayer of the Heart Activities at Watton Methodist Church Comprising Christian Meditation and Bi Monthly Worship For those seeking reflective
prayer mid-week worship with a more reflective and contemporary feel and those who
enjoy exploring their faith by reading spiritual books old and new
This month Christian Meditation in the vestry 2nd and 16th August for further details
ring Joyce 01953 88667
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 16 News
She did it She did it What a brave woman Frances
Packham is jumping out of a plane and being parachuted
safely down to earth by an experienced member of the
parachute team How proud of her I was watching her
come into sight out of the clouds and landing safely on the
ground and still managing to smile to her friends and
family anxiously watching her landing Perhaps it was a
grimace but we were all cheering and toasting her safe
return in champagne supplied by her partner Charles
Frances did this brave deed to do something special for
her 60th Birthday and at the same time to raise funds for
the local Charity Big C in memory of her friend Jim
Scrymgeour I am pleased to say that he knew she was
doing it for big C but when he died before the event he
would have been so touched by her thoughts for him
Sponsorship money is still coming in but to date Frances
has raised around pound1000 There is still time to donate to
Big C and donations can be left at the Wayland
Partnership Office
When Jim Scrymgeour died after losing his battle with
cancer with myself and our two sons Alan and Barrie at
his bedside we were grateful for all the prayers said for
him during his illness which I am sure kept him free from
pain right to the end As a family we were completely
overwhelmed by the cards (over 200) letters and flowers
sent to us with the messages that he was regarded as a
friendly funny person and always the gentleman At his
funeral there wasnt a seat to be had in the church He
would have been as overwhelmed as we were and I thank
everyone who took the time to come and pay their
respects The total sent by the undertakers to Big C was
pound81225
I have lots of thanks to make to the Doctors and nurses at
the Colney Centre to Dr Muller and Dr Kim the trainee
who were wonderful to Rosie from McMillan nurses to
the district nurses at Watton who were so supportive to
both of us who made him very comfortable and never
complained about his attitude to taking medication I have
to thank all our friends who were there for us and for me
since Jim has gone To the love and support I have felt
from my lovely customers at Top to Toe and a
very special thank you to my staff Alan
Gosia Kay and Rosemary who held
everything together running the shop in my
absence
To my brother and my brother in law for their
love lastly to God for giving me two
wonderful sons Alan and Barrie who with
their partners have been there for me as I
mourn the loss of my husband of 42 Years
He lived for those he loved And those he
loved remembered Marilyn Scrymgeour
HJC Ltd Motor Engineers
Servicing amp MOT preparation to all makes of
modern cars amp light commercials
Tyres Exhausts amp Batteries supplied and fitted
Courtesy cars available
Ask for Steve at 5 Linmore Court Threxton Rd
Industrial Estate Watton
Tel 01953 889924
Howlett - Rook
The wedding took place at Dereham Registry Office on the 11 th June of Mr
Wayne Howlett son of Barbara and Bryan Howlett of Holden Close
Oulton Broad and Miss Emma Rook daughter of Cathy and Colin Rook of
Hunters Oak Watton
The Bride was given away by her father and wore a Baby Pink dress She was
attended by Josie Mel Becky Summer and sisters Hollie and Debbie were
present The Best Man was Mr Reece Howlett and Kev and Rob were Ushers
The couple honeymooned for short break in London which will be followed
by a family holiday to Disney World in Florida at Christmas
What a star she is
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Patios ~ Paths ~ Fencing ~ Shingle Drives Seeding ~ Turfing Etc
Photos and References always available For a Quality Job amp Free Quote
Phone Tim Luxton on 01603 880184 wwwtimluxtonlandscapingcouk
The Wayland Show The Annual Wayland Show will be held on
Sunday 1st August just outside Watton on the
Brandon Road Last year‟s show was
acclaimed in the press and by many as the
best ever with fantastic weather record
attendance and more exhibitors competitors
and attractions than before It raised a total of
pound7150 for local charities
Among other things featuring in the Grand
Ring this year will be Jive Pony This unique
show has the lot with vaulting dancing
acting costume changes and amazing riding
skills Other very popular attractions are the
Bob Hogg Sheepdog Display West Norfolk
Foxhounds Trinity Foot Beagles and not
forgetting Cyril the Squirrel Racing Terriers
and Mid Norfolk Gundogs
New for 2010 is the Lifestyle Marquee and
planned attractions are a fashion show
cookery demos floral displays hair and
beauty exhibitions and a stunning dance
performance with the chance to relax and take
it all in while enjoying afternoon tea
Our livestock classes are well attended and of
a very high standard and with in-hand and
ridden classes the show is a chance to see
some of our best local Show Horses This year
we also welcome retrained Racehorses and
Working Hunters for the first time We are
also running clear round show jumping
The Wayland Agricultural Society Young
Achiever of the Year 2010 award recognises
outstanding dedication and contribution to
agriculture horticulture wildlife or any other
rural related sector or industry Entrants must
be under 21 years of age and the winner will
be announced prior to the Show and presented
with their award on the day The award is
sponsored by Weco Engineering of Watton
Radio Norfolk and Wayland Radio will be
broadcasting from the showground during the
day The organising Committee also recently
presented a cheque for pound1094100 to The
Nelsons Journey Charity from funds raised at
their annual Dinner Dance Nelsons Journey is
a Norwich based charity which supports
bereaved children and young people under the
age of 18yrs living in Norfolk
As mentioned in last month‟s edition
of the Mid-Norfolk Times Wayland
House in Watton High Street home of
the Wayland Partnership offers a wide
range of services and support to the
Wayland community as a whole We
are constantly striving to increase the
range of services but recognise that it
is vital that the community is made
aware of these services
Firstly we have an ldquoopen doorrdquo policy
and anyone is welcome to drop by to
find out what we offer This can range
from bus pass applications
appointments with the Registrar the
Wayland Community Bank to
exhibitions and events throughout the
year We also submit articles to the
Times and regularly have a slot on
Wayland Radio
However as the local population
grows we want to ensure that
newcomers are included and made
aware of the information and support
they can get from Wayland House For
those with access to the internet you
might be interested in knowing that the
Partnership now has three websites
covering all the areas and activities we
are involved inThe current Partnership
site is wwwwaylandorguk but this is
currently being updated and the new
site will be launched soon Try
wwwthewaylanddragonflygalleryco
uk where you will find current and
forthcoming exhibitions examples of
local artists work for sale within the
Gallery shop
Finally for the business community
we have waylandbusinesscentrecouk
which contains a wealth of valuable
information and links to additional
information We also issue regular
Email Information Bulletins to some
400 local businesses and if you don‟t
already receive them let us know and
we will add you to the database (see
contact details below) Also have a
look at
waylandbusinesscentreblogspotcom
which provides your business with a
chance to share your expertise and
knowledge with a larger audience It
gives you a valuable opportunity to
network and is particularly useful for
sole traders and those who work from
home
You can see us at the Wayland Show
on 1st August where we will be
sharing a stand with the Wayland
Community Bank If you are there
please drop by and see us
We will be submitting regular news
and information to the Times as it
gives us good coverage and is
delivered widely in the area However
for more information on the services
and facilities available from Wayland
House and the Wayland Business
Centre call in to our reception phone
us on 01953 880204 or mail to
iainwaylandorguk
News from the Wayland Partnership
Picture Breckland Photographic
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 17
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Free Quotations amp
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Massage Treatments
Swedish Massage and Hot Stone Massage
Appointments available at
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Telephone 01953 882125 wwwbroomhallhotelcouk
Holme Hale Pavilion
Summer Fete Saturday 7th August
10am -- 430pm Cake Stall Refreshments Beer
Tent Lots of Childrens games and also for Adults Grand Draw BBQ
(local butcher) Rescue Greyhounds
Institute Advanced Motorists Bouncy Castle also ladies have
your nails amp toenails painted and much much more
All welcome come enjoy
It‟s that time of year again at the
time of writing we are in the middle
of Quilts Three our third annual
exhibition courtesy of the Wayland
Partnership in the Dragonfly Gallery
at Wayland House It gives an
opportunity for others to see exactly
what we do hack tack and stuff With
a name like that we are obviously not
bdquojust another sewing group‟ This
year we were worried about having
enough work to exhibit and then had
far more than we could show The
exhibition opened at 10 o‟clock on
Saturday the 10th July continuing
until the 17th Half way through the
week over one hundred and fifty
visitors had been counted Work on
show included not only quilts of all
sizes but also fabric boxes cushions
bags toys and other examples of the
members‟ crafts made for personal
use and as gifts There were examples
of the Heart cushions given to people
who have had surgery for breast
cancer and quilts for ill
and traumatised
children and teenagers
distributed through the
Norfolk branch of
ProjectLinus There was
a raffle donations box
and articles for sale
Proceeds will go
towards materials for
items for these charities
There will be more
details in the next
edition
Meanwhile meetings
and demonstrations
continued normally including an
excellent example of the latter
featuring a variety of borders by
two clever ladies This was so well
organised that members were
provided with pieces of pre-cut
fabrics so there was no excuse for
not bdquohaving a go‟ We are all fired
with enthusiasm and likely to put
borders on everything I suggest
partners check their shirts and
trousers
The group does not meet in August
but will be back on Tuesday the
14th September at 7 pm in the
Watton Christian Community
Centre for the beginning of another
session meanwhile members and
non-members can check our Blog
at httphtsqgroupblogspotcom
to see what is happening over the
next few months This features a
calendar which has details up until
the end of the year It is also
updated very regularly If you are
not online phone Sue Hart on
01362 822536
Hackers Tackers and Stuffers
Last year Alan Smiths Birthday
present from his daughter and son in
law (Kerry and Chris Varley) was a
book written about some mature men
walking the coast2coast It was so
inspiring and amusing to read that
soon several other people including
his wife (Gill) and 2 close friends
(Tim and Carol Suthers) had also
been inspired and enjoyed the read
All 6 of us enjoy our walks and
encouraged by the two youngest
(Chris amp Kerry) who have done this
before they decided to take up the
challenge From St Bees on the west
coast to Robin‟s Hood Bay on the
east coast some 192 miles in 13 days
will be covered in August this year as
their annual holiday Whilst doing
this they have been encouraged by a
few people to make it an event to
raise money for charity
They thought it would be nice to
support a local charity in East Anglia
and have chosen the East Anglian Air
Ambulance Registered Charity
1083876 They are a 365 day-a-year life-
saving service across Bedfordshire
Cambridgeshire Peterborough Norfolk
and Suffolk The charity is independent
of government and National Lottery
funding and is entirely dependent on
fund-raising and contributions To keep
its two air ambulances flying and to
provide the advanced medical
equipment they carry over pound3 million
per year has to be raised The group
thought it would be good to offer their
support to the EAAA in making this
walk not just their holiday and
challenge but also an event to raise
some cash to help them in their work
Gill also contacted the organisation to
see if they could visit and see first-hand
one of the helicopters and the staff of
EAAA who offer such a valuable and
life-saving service
On average the EAAA are called to
four incidents every day life
threatening situations such as road
traffic accidents incidents involving
people in inaccessible places and
cardiac arrests Because of the
advanced skills drugs and equipment
found on board and being able to
access places impossible for a land
ambulance the EAAA can make the
difference
Will you help us to help them in their
work To make a donation and offer
your support you can visit httpwwwjustgivingcomcoast2coastthevarleyssuthersandsmiths
Birthday Day Present Inspires 3 Couples to take up a Challenge
From left to right Chris Varley Alan Smith Gill Smith
Kerry Varley Carol Suthers and Tim Suthers
At Wayland Scout Group we
started the month with a Family
Day the Cubs and Scouts cooked
lunch for over 50 people to
celebrate our first AGM Parents
siblings Leaders and the District
Commissioner John Sweeney
were treated to dips and cruditeacutes
Southern Fried Chicken rice and
beans and salads followed by
apple pie and custard
All the young people did a fantastic
job creating a delicious meal made
even better by the wonderful weather
Following a cricket match we were
joined by Rev Geoff Garrett from St
May‟s Church who dedicated our
new flags for us
The afternoon was finished in fine
style with a wonderful array of
homemade cakes and a cup of tea
The Leaders would like to pass on
their thanks to everyone for their
wonderful support and help
The Cubs recently enjoyed a craft
night creating robots form junk
including turning one Cub into an
android by creating an amazing
costume for him
This term the Scouts have been
working towards their Global
Challenge including looking at
different traditions around the
world As it is nearly the end of
term they had plenty of fun
making a traditional Fez with
maybe a nod to Doctor Who who
has recently made the hats cool
The Scout Troop has also been
challenged by the local Rotarians to
have a camp using only a Shelter Box
tent and the emergency equipment
provided in the box Of course they
have accepted the challenge and will
be holding this
camp in mid-
August Our aim
is to be
sponsored so we
can raise enough
money be able
to buy a Shelter
Box for the
charity If you
would like to
sponsor us
please contact
Theresa Cutts on 01953 884243
or email
waylandscoutsgooglemailcom for
more information
At a recent event hosted by the
County Commissioner Richard
Butler the Leaders were also
presented with certificates to
congratulate them on opening a
successful Cub Pack Scout Troop
and building a Leadership team
We are also looking forward to a
4 day activity camp in August
with the rest of South West
Norfolk District If you are
interested in finding out more
about Scouting in Watton please
email us on the address above
AGM Androids and Fezs
Picture Supplied
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Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 18 News
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01760 440932 Fresh bread and milk news and grocery
Alcohol Paypoint
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Fresh Seasonal Vegetables Home Produced Pork
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SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL SHOPS
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Bell Lane Saham Toney The ideal place to book for any event - Large Hall Small Hall Kitchen Catering and Bar all available for Wedding Receptions Birthday Parties Dances amp Discos Meetings Jumble
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Visit our Social Club - Bar open every Wednesday and Friday from
730pm onwards
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01953 882 498
The bdquoAttleborough Players‟ amateur
dramatic society has been entertaining
people in the locality for more than 35
years with shows pantomimes plays
concerts and we are currently
rehearsing a musical play to feature a
group of our very talented younger
members to be staged in October
Since present day legislation has strict
demands for separate changing
facilities for adults and youngsters we
now have an additional burden on our
already strained finances
The society is a registered charity and
finances have been maintained at a
respectable level by staging shows
and our popular bdquoFish bdquon‟ Quiz‟
evenings on a regular basis hopefully
we will be presenting another quiz in
November Ticket prices have been
kept at a very competitive pound5 for most
of our shows takings which go
mostly towards running costs the rest
into a dwindling bank account In
these days of drastic belt tightening
we prefer to keep the cost of tickets
low to benefit our audiences This
means of course that our pool of
monetary assets has developed a
steady leak
We are looking for any business or
individual willing to sponsor us
Sponsorship would guarantee
programme and poster advertising to a
negotiable degree while private
individuals would benefit by free
tickets to any of our events of their
choice
Any business or private individual
willing to help us in this way please
contact our treasurer Anne
Greenwood ndash Tel 01953 455022
With our ever increasing membership
particularly of teenagers we think the
bdquoAttleborough Players‟ is a
worthwhile concern to keep running
on an even keel We hope you do too
The Players need your help
Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles By popular request the PHIL
BROOKPETE OXBOROUGH
JAZZ QUARTET are returning to
St Margarets church Breckles on
FRIDAY 17th SEPTEMBER at 730
pm The Quartet also features Ivars
Galenieks bass and Bob Dore
drums Tickets are pound1250 to
include refreshments and can be
obtained from Margaret Morfoot
Telehone 01953 498286 There will
be a beer and wine bar from 7 pm
This is a very popular evening All
proceeds for the upkeep of St
Margarets Church Breckles
Breckles is on the B1111 4 miles
north of the A11B1111 junction
Watton Ballroom Dancing Association
Queenrsquos Hall Watton 8pm till 11pm
Admission pound350
Saturday August 7th Mike 01953 882799
Wayland High School Students‟ British Science Association CREST Award
Twelve Year 9 students at
Wayland High School have
received the British Science
Association‟s CREST award for
designing and producing industry
standard batik artwork bags It is
the first time that the school has
entered the CREST awards
facilitated by The Exchange
(Norfolk Education Business
Partnership) who provided a small
bursary to support the batik
project Photograph of the students
with Batik bags and certificates
attached
Jan Cockburn from The Exchange
who visited the school to present
the awards at a Year 9 assembly
said Congratulations to the
students who carried out the batik
project You have shown great
enthusiasm for the subject and
fully deserve the national
recognition provided by a British
Science Association CREST
award
Val Wenham teacher and batik
artist who led the project said
The students learned the full batik
process including use of wax and
dyes initially experimenting on
paper before developing their
designs for the bags They created
designs that could be reproduced
on an industrial basis and studied
the technological and commercial
side of working in batik
Sadly one of the awards was
presented posthumously Alastair
Codling who also took part in the
batik project received his twin
sister Claire‟s award Claire
passed away earlier this year
For more information about the
work of The Exchange see
wwwnorfolk-exchangeorguk or
tel 01953 601439
For more information about British
Science Association CREST
Awards see
wwwbritishscienceassociationorg
webccafCREST
Pictured left to right are - Back Ellis Stone Harrison Cutts Sophie Shaw Ben Rees Martha Watts Stephanie
Parker Lauren Symons Megan Kennedy Front Alistair Codling Cameron Goldie Sam Beckwith
Our meeting in July had a
slightly different format to the
usual system We held a coffee
and chat event and we accepted a
cheque on behalf of Diabetes
UK for pound1136 presented by the
former chairman of Breckland
District Council
John Rogers The chairman of
our group Ron Thompson
accepted the cheque and said that
the money would be used by
Diabetes UK to help to fund
holidays for children with
Diabetes Councillor John
Rogers was warmly thanked
(Please see separate article for
picture page 14)
At our next meeting on August
9th two of our members will be
talking about the work they do
with the Retired Greyhound
Trust They are going to be
bringing a couple of their four
legged friends too John and Rod
will be suitably tethered to stop
them straying around the tables
and getting in the dogs way
The meeting starts at 1015am at
the Pentecostal Church Watton
(whom we thank for the use of
their facilities) all welcome For
further details about the group or
any of the meetings please
phone Helen 01953 884713 and
leave a message and I will get
back to you as soon as I can
We are have a special meeting on
the 13th September when we are
very fortunate to have as our
speaker Richard Lane OBE
President of Diabetes UK Some of
our members met Richard for the
first time last year and were very
taken by him and his frankness and
honesty about his Diabetes and
what has happened to him He is a
very interesting man and we are
very lucky he is available to come
and speak to us
We will be providing a light buffet
lunch for this meeting at a cost of pound5
per head and we would be pleased to
invite you to join us Because we
need to know numbers for the
catering arrangements please could
you phone David 01362 696781
before August 9th if you would like
to attend this special meeting
Watton amp District Group - Diabetes UK
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 19
Poet‟s Place Poet‟s Place is open once more to all readers to
submit their own work for publication All
contributions are welcome and will be printed
unedited for reader‟s enjoyment
A GOOD DEAL
When I‟m watching the birds in our garden
Little lambs that gambol in fields
I thank God I have such perception
This is what I would call a good deal
A small child with a smile that is wistful and shy
And a look to melt hearts made of steel
With a grasp of tiny soft fingers
Makes me realise what a good deal
Our cat usually independent and strong
Purrs around at my feet rubs my heel
I know it‟s because he wants feeding
He knows he is on a good deal
When dining out at a pub or cafeacute
I go where they serve a fine meal
With the atmosphere right and excellent food
Best of all I will get a good deal
Shopping in town for my clothing
Can be such a blinking ordeal
I go and intend not to overspend
And resolve I will get a good deal
Deciding on presents for Christmas
Then doing my best to conceal
The parcels I‟ve bought for each person
It‟s fine to receive a good deal
The flowers that grow in my garden
I planted in Spring with such zeal
Are now blooming so bright with such colours
I can see I have got a good deal
When I meet with my friends for a bridge game
My excitement I try to conceal
When the cards that I hold help me win lots of points
It‟s because I‟ve been dealt a good deal
Edith Pleasance copy 290906
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Car Tax Lottery Fresh Milk
Quick Stop Church Street Attleborough
01953 458 036 Italian Wines 2 for pound5 Wide range
of Polish Foods available
Old Buckenham Stores The Green Old Buckenham
01953 860210 If you purchase goods from the shop costing over pound50 (excluding the post office cigarettes lottery and Paypoint) in one transaction then you will be entitled to claim a bottle of Italian wine (worth pound5)
Lovells Post Office amp Stores
Market Place New Buckenham
01953 860 351
Village Stores Market Street East Harling
01953 718115 A wide range of products in stock
Anne and Kevin Ledgard
Londis News Extra
High Street Attleborough (Opposite Sainsburys)
01953 453 257 Newspapers amp magazines
Wide range of confectionery tobacconist Wide range of Wines Beers and Spirits
Londis Banham 01953 887320
Your Local Village Supermarket
Watton University of the Third Age (U3A) Forty eight members enjoyed the tour
of North Norfolk by train and coach
A superb cream tea at Bircham
Windmill rounded off the tour in style
The next trip is a tour of the Fens with
a professional guide on Friday 17th
September The booking list is now
open contact Ron on 01953 889951
The Croquet Group is now playing at
the Watton Sports Centre on a
Tuesday afternoon New players
would be most welcome including
visitors (potential new members) For
playing times contact Margaret on
01953 882136 Alan Bickers is the
new Leader of the Pub Lunch Group
who will have their first meeting on
Thursday 12th August
Next venue for the Garden Visits
Group is Dunbheagan House near
Dereham with music in the afternoon
and teas in aid of the St Johns
Ambulance Meet at 130pm in the
Queens Hall car park Transport can
be arranged Contact Susan on 01953
881373
The next monthly meeting is on
Thursday 26th August when the
speaker will be Barbara Miller with
ldquoNorwich over the Waterrdquo
The Membership Secretary can be
contacted on 01953 885358 For
further information on the National
U3A go to wwwu3aorg
On Thursday 24th June the
announcement was made in London of
the winner of this year‟s Carnegie
medal That prize has been awarded by
children‟s librarians almost every year
since 1936 for an outstanding book for
children and young people Since 23rd
April when the short-list was
announced 50000 children in schools
all over Britain have been reading the
eight novels - nearly 3000 pages of
high quality fiction Thirty of those
very dedicated readers met on the same
day in Attleborough High School
Library to spend two hours in lively
debate with their guests from Old
Buckenham High School sustained by
strawberries cheese straws and home-
made cakes
The event organised by the school‟s
librarian Helen Gage greatly engaged
the students and staff and much heated
argument about which was the best of
the books on the list ensued The group
voted for their own choice of winner
took lots of photographs and then at
the time stipulated by the Carnegie‟s
national organisers opened the
envelope containing the name of the
winning title Neil Gaiman‟s bdquoThe graveyard book‟ Of the gathering in Attleborough High School‟s
library student Ellie Halls (pictured above) was the only one who had firmly backed that choice In
November the long-list for next year‟s award will be published ndash and the whole wonderful process
will begin again We can‟t wait
Carnegie medal celebration the Attleborough High School big debate
Wayland Happy Circle Our July meeting was a social afternoon with a Beetle Drive followed by a Strawberry Tea Shirley
welcomed 25 members and 1 visitor and seven birthday cards were distributed Our former President
is making good progress and we hope to see her back amongst us soon
Shirley organised the Beetle Drive the first session being won by Molly and Maureen and the second
by Jenny Two of members Margaret and Jenny had prepared the strawberries and cream and these
were enjoyed by all with shortbread and a cuppa The usual raffle was held to close the afternoon
25 members and guests will be going on the outing in July and tea will be taken at Elveden Visitor
Centre followed by a tour of the Stanta Training Area
Our next meeting will be on 3rd August when Tina Cruz will talk to us about Portuguese cooking
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 20 News
July 1st ndash The day that Rotary
Clubs all over the world install their
new presidents And this year
Watton was no exception Outgoing
president Richard Akister handed
over to new president Doctor Mike
Harvey (see pic) Health problems
caused Mike to take early
retirement as a general practitioner
and having come to Norfolk and
settled in Shipdham some 5 years
ago he was introduced to the
Watton Rotary Club and thought it
would be a good platform and outlet
for his considerable energy and
skill He was an instigator of the
Watton Club‟s very
successful fundraising
drive in support of the
bdquoBalloons for Hearts‟
initiative in 20078 With
the help of 2 other Rotary
Clubs pound5300 was raised
and a giant cheque was
presented to the campaign
coordinator We hear that
the cheque is still on
display in the cardiac
reception area at the
NNUH Mike intends to
continue his ministry of the
Watton Club with a
medical flavour
As a prelude to the presidential
handover in both clubs Watton
Inner Wheel and Rotary Clubs
joined forces and held a most
successful bdquoround the houses‟ or
bdquosafari‟ supper Changing sets of 3
or 4 couples rotate around each of
several members‟ houses for the
various courses of an evening meal
with everyone landing up at the
President‟s house for the final
course and a bit of party time
Following our visit to New South
Wales Australia last year the
Watton Club is hosting the first part
of the return Rotary international
friendship exchange in September
Eight couples from various places
in NSW are expected they will stay
with Watton members for a few
days before moving on to be hosted
by Rotarians of various other
Rotary clubs throughout Norfolk
and Suffolk More about this next
month Martin Anscombe
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During a debate about jobs and
unemployment on July 7th I made my
maiden speech in the House of Commons
I have focussed my column this month on
the content and inspirations for the speech
in which I set out why I am so passionate
about representing our area
Maiden speeches have a long tradition in
the Commons and new MPs usually
don‟t involve themselves in debates in the
House until they have made theirs
Maidens give new MPs a chance to talk
about their constituency and to outline
some of the issues they aim to work on
I focused my speech on three key
themes the need for a more local
approach to jobs and housing how the
politically correct bdquorights‟ culture
ignores traditional values and the need
for a better politics
The Rural Way of Life
Living and running a business locally I
know how life in rural England has been
overlooked I know how our traditional
values are too often denigrated and how
Norfolk has become increasingly
marginalised
ldquoTackling that sense of marginalisation
in order to unlock the talents and
aspirations of its people are the
central theme of my work as [an] MP
The people of Mid Norfolk feel
marginalised by the decision-making
process and too often forced to change
in ways that they have neither chosen
nor like The small local voluntary and
rural is all too often crowded out by the
big national professional and urban
[R]ural Britain has been especially
hard hit by unemployment during this
recession and my constituency has
pockets of rural deprivation which are
often hidden Pensioner poverty can
be especially invisible
ldquoPost offices pubs and village shops
close while more and more people are
forced to commute increasing distances
from the mass housing estates that have
been forced on our market towns and
councilsrdquo
ldquoThe people of Mid Norfolk sent me
here to speak up for them so I shall
[They] have found themselves
increasingly powerless in the face of a
tidal wave of legislation and big
government from Europe Whitehall
and unaccountable regional quangos
Many worry that our culture has been
hijacked by an increasingly intolerant
politically correct anything goes
multiculturalism which seems to have
too little respect for the longer
traditions of tolerance personal
freedom and responsibility embedded in
our traditional heritage By pumping
the bellows of local empowerment I
believe that we can reignite the embers
of a culture which can and should be
allowed to coexist with metropolitan
Britain to mutual benefitrdquo
Economic opportunities
Having run my ldquoNorfolk Wayrdquo campaign
for over three years I know how urgently
we need new jobs and opportunities in
Mid Norfolk Average wages here are low
and I wanted to focus on how we can
reignite our economy and strengthen local
communities and services
ldquoIn my three-year candidacy I insisted
on another way we call it the Norfolk
way a vision of a vibrant rural society
based on a renaissance of rural
enterprise smaller pockets of mixed
housing spread more fairly and
sustainably fast-growing small
businesses and jobs back in our villages
and towns less commuting a richer
mix of ages and blue and white-collar
jobs in active communities
ldquoSome may ask Where are those new
jobs and businesses to come from Let
me tell the House Situated between
Norwich and Cambridge are two of the
worlds leading centres of scientific
research and innovation in food
biomedicine and the clean
technologies all of which are so vital
to the global challenges that we face
Mid Norfolk is perfectly positioned to
become a hub of entrepreneurial
activity and new jobs With the world-
leading John Innes centre the Institute
of Food Research world-class
agriculture and high-tech engineering
along the A11 corridor we can lead
those new economic sectors on which
we will increasingly dependrdquo
ldquoAs someone who came to politics after
a 15-year career in creating new
technology businesses I hope to be able
to put my experience to good use in that
area However that revolution cannot
happen without two essential things
new models of investment in
infrastructure including the A11 rural
broadband and rail links and some
local leadershiprdquo
Giving People Responsibility
I believe in giving local communities
power Residents in a village know the
problems they have and usually know
how to solve them better than somebody
in an office miles away During my
speech I called for a new approach
ldquoThe stale post-war model of statist
centralisation and dependence on the
Whitehall handout has failed Norfolk
Rural Britain is the repository of
some important virtues that our modern
culture has neglected a deep belief in
self-help and responsibility an
insistence that everybody in a
community has a role and the rejection
of a shallow media cultures obsession
with celebrity and a love of the small
the different and the local These are
qualities that are deeply rooted in the
English character
ldquoAt the heart of this manifesto is a big
idea that citizenship is forged
through the empowering act of the
state granting responsibility to its
citizens That is the central idea which
has brought me into politics as a
Conservative and which I am delighted
is once again the idea at the heart of
modern Conservatism and this
coalitionrdquo
It was an honour to make my maiden on
behalf of the people of Mid Norfolk and
if you would like a full transcript of the
speech please email
Georgefreemanmpparliamentuk or
watch the video of the speech on my
website wwwgeorgefreemancouk
The Westminster View
George Freeman is the Conservative MP
for Mid-Norfolk The object of this
column is to help readers stay in touch
with their MP - it is not intended as a
reflection of the political views of anyone
associated with the Mid Norfolk Times
Watton Rotary Roundup
People for Animal Care Trust
(PACT) and Caine Lloyd of
Lloyd Engineering in Watton are
organising an adventure to climb
Mount Kilimanjaro in spring
2011 The intention is to raise
funds for PACT through
sponsorship and to have some fun
doing so
My name is Geoff Bell and I am
one of the people who are taking
part in this Challenge I have the
funds for my part in this challenge
but I fell it would be good to raise
funds for PACT as well
Through the Kili Challenge
PACT will receive funding to
build much needed additional
kennels to house the regular
influx of animals they have
PACT is based in Woodrising
and work hard to ensure the
welfare of animals in Norfolk
PACT‟s web-site is
wwwpactsanctuaryorg and more
information about them can be
obtained from there With your
kind help it would be a great
honour and privilege to extend
my support for PACT by taking
part in this challenge and to be of
help and support to one of the
loves in my life
If you would like to sponsor me
to take part in this challenge and
raise much needed funding for
PACT then please contact me
through Facebook or ring me on
01953-882925 For more
information you can ring PACT
on 01362 820775 or Caine on
01953 881255 I will also be
holding three public collection
days for this outside the Co-op in
Watton on the 18th August 15th
September and 13th October
Thank you for your support
The Kili Challenge in aid of PACT
Picture Supplied
Church Times and Puzzle
Watton Churches Together Service Calendar for August 2010
St Maryrsquos Church Watton 1st 3rd amp 4th Wednesday at 930am Holy Communion
2nd Wednesday Morning Worship Church Office opens Tues
Wed amp Thurs 9am-1pm Tel 01953 881252
margaretchurchadmfreeservecouk wwwstmaryswattonorg
Sun 1st 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
530pm Choral Evensong
Sun 8th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
Sun 15th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Sun 22nd 800am Holy Communion
1000am All Age Worship
12 noon Holy Baptism
630pm Praise and Worship with Shine
Sun 29th 800am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Watton Methodist Church Every Wednesday the Church is open for quiet reflection and
prayer between 1000am amp 1200noon
Itrsquos your quiet place At 1030 there is a half-hour Midweek
Service in the Large Vestry led by the Minister or a Church
Member wwwwattonmethodistbtikcom
Sun 1st 1045am Rev Barbara Winner Holy Communion
630pm Rev Brian Eagle
Sun 8th 1045am Mr Richard Hompstead
630pm Mrs Janet Roebuck
Sun 15th 1045am Mrs Sonia Mann
630pm Mr Brian Lawrence
Sun 22nd 1045am Mrs Elsie Warby
630pm Revd Barbara Winner Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1100am Section Service at Saham Hills
Mr John Winner
630pm Rev Brian Eagle Holy Communion
Roman Catholic Community Each Sat 530pm Mass at Watton Methodist Church
Pentecostal Church Dereham Road Watton There is a Noahs Ark Sunday and Kings Kids for children
during the Sunday morning services
Sun 1st 1030am Morning Service with guest speakers
Christian amp Ann Fernandez from La Rochelle France
Sun 8th 1030am Family Service amp Doughnuts
600pm Prayer amp Praise with guest speaker
Dama Safari from Shalom Africa
Sun 15th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Freed from your past‟
Sun 22nd 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Made in God‟s image‟
600pm Prayer and Praise
Sun 29th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoChanged by love‟
St Nicholasrsquo Church Ashill Tuesdays 1000am Said Holy Communion
Sun 1st 930am Lay Led Morning Worship
Sun 8th 930am Morning Worship
Sun 15th 930am All Age Worship
Sun 22nd 930am Holy Communion
St Georgersquos Church Saham Toney Sun 1st 1030am Benefice Service of Holy Communion
Sun 8th 1100am Morning Worship and Holy Baptism
Sun 15th 1100am Pet Service
1230pm Holy Baptism
Sun 22nd 1100am Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1030am Group Service of Holy Communion
SS Peter amp Paulrsquos Church Carbrooke Sun 8th 1030am All Age Worship
Sun 15th 1030am Holy Communion
Sun 22nd 1030am Lay Led Morning Worship
1230pm Holy Baptism
St John the Evangelist Church Ovington Thursdays 800am Said Holy Communion
Sun 8th 12 noon Pet Service
Sun 22nd 930am Lay Led All Age Worship
Breckles Caston Great Hockham Griston Merton Stow Bedon
Thompson
Worship Calendar August 2010
Sunday 1st August
1030 am United Holy Communion Thompson
Sunday 8TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Breckles
(Patronal Festival)
Sunday 15TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Gt Hockham
1030 am United Holy Communion Caston
Sunday 22ND August 900 am Holy Communion (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Gt Hockham
Sunday 29TH August
1030 am United Holy Communion Griston
Sunday 5TH September
1030 am United Holy Communion Stow Bedon
Our Pram Service Sunday Club amp WAY youth group
will resume in September
Enquiries The Revd Bob Nichols Tel (01953) 483222
Email revbobnicholsgmailcom
All Saints Church Threxton Sunday 1st August at 10 am
Scribble Pad
Across 7 One looking for riches (76) 8 Something to keep the claws in shape (8) 9 An assistant would be an idea (4) 10 Snap a biscuit for Christmas (7) 12 This clue might lead you the wrong way (5) 14 Fused fuse (5) 16 Feminine pronoun (7) 19 A phaser setting used by Captain Kirk (4) 20 A reserve supply to be drawn on (8) 22 but loose (553)
Down 1 A bright star from Avon (4) 2 Slopey writing (6) 3 infield pagan (7) 4 as chips said the chick (5) 5 Inherited (6) 6 Use this to change names (44) 11 Compared to a relation (8) 13 Earth shaking (7) 15 Of the coldest season (6) 17 How warm snow goes (6) 18 The sound of teddy bears (5) 21 Burn to charcoal (4)
PUZZLE CORNER
pound10 PRIZE CROSSWORD
Would you like to win a pound10 Voucher to spend Simply complete
the crossword on the right and drop it in to The Wayland News bin
at (or post it to) Adcocks 32 High Street Watton Norfolk IP25
6AE before the paper deadline All correct entries will be put into a
draw and the winner will receive a pound10 voucher to spend In the
event of any dispute the decision of the Editor will be final The
clues are a mix of cryptic and easy with one or two anagrams
thrown in just to make it more interesting
The correct solution will be published in the next issue
Last Month‟s Puzzle The winner of last month‟s pound10 prize was Mrs S Dockray of
Nelson Court Watton Well done Mrs Dockray
Thought for the month By Rev Barbara Winner Methodist Church Well the World Cup was disappointing for some of us and so
was Wimbledon There doesn‟t seem much to celebrate Or is
there
There was once a speaker who started off one of his talks by
showing everyone in the audience a pound50 note It was a crisp
new note He asked the room full of people who would like
the pound50 and it was no surprise that most hands went up He
then proceeded to crumple the note up in his hand and then
asked who still wanted it The hands stayed up Next he
dropped the note on the ground and started to grind the note
with his shoe When he picked it up it was dirty and
crumpled When he asked who still wanted it the hands stayed
up Well of course they did ndash just because it was crumpled
and dirty didn‟t prevent it being worth the pound50 just as it had
been in the beginning when he started his talk The note was
still of value ndash the value hadn‟t changed
We are in a time of change and cuts and we don‟t quite know
what‟s coming next But whatever cuts and changes come
however much we feel the effects our value as people has not
changed Life throws all sorts of things at us and we can end
up feeling crumpled and trodden on In God‟s eyes we are
loved and precious ndash valuable And no amount of cuts
changes and troubles will change this God‟s love for us is a
pure gift ndash it is not subject to cuts and change We read in the
Bible that God so loved the world that he gave his son that we
might have life And what‟s more it is a gift freely given
Now that really is worth celebrating
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 22 News
MOTs pound3500 VEHICLES FROM V 99 ONWARDS pound40 FOR OLDER VEHICLES
IVAN CHUBBOCK GARAGE SERVICES
SHIPDHAM
Tel 01362 820416
Has Your PC Slipped a Disc Netted a virus Mouse trapped and
wont work now
For all manner of computer repairs and support
Call Julian Horn on 01953 881885 ldquoSilver Surferrdquo support a speciality
SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEAS Hosted by St Maryrsquos Church in August
Sunday 15th August Christian Community Centre 230pm until 4pm All
welcome - please come along and bring family and friends
Watton United FC have begun
preparing for life in Anglian
Combination Division 1 by
appointing ex - Diss and Watton
player Paul Nicholls to assist with
training and match days whilst he
awaits his return to football from a
serious injury Manager Vince
Harwood has welcomed his return
to the club in a coaching capacity
and hopes his experience at a
higher level will improve the
young players currently at the club
Further changes behind the scenes
include the appointment of Ian
Hunt and Christian Hayward to
assist with running the reserve
team this season and they are
encouraging any new players to
attend training on Wednesday
nights at Watton Sports Centre
(7pm start)
The club has also arranged a number
of Preseason friendlies for the first
team all at home versus Watton
United 18s Dersingham Rovers
(Friday 6th August) and Thetford
Rovers (Wednesday 11th August)
kicking off at 645pm Their first
league fixture is a local derby away
at Wymondham Town on Tuesday
17th August
The reserves new management
team are looking forward to home
games against Thetford Rovers
Reserves (Wednesday 4th August)
and an unnamed team (Friday 13th
August) before their season starts
on Thursday 19th August away at
Mattishall Reserves All games
Kick off at 645pm
The club also have a number of
advertising opportunities available
this season with programme
adverts and advertising boards at
the ground all priced at pound50 for the
season Anyone interested should
contact Paul Woods on
07917361762 or email
infowattonunitedfccouk
Getting ready for the new season
For a small very rural bowls club
Ashill has exceeded all expectations
this year Our men reached the
quarterfinals of the Bales Cup and
Peter Bunn Colin Breeze Bob Hall
and Alan Willer reached the same
stage in the Norfolk County Fours The
men also lie 2nd in the Central North
Division just a half point behind
Thetford The ladies section not to be
outdone have also faired very well
Chris Bailey reaching the quarterfinals
of the County Unbadged Singles
before succumbing to an opponent
from Freethorpe she Inga Healy and
Jackie Taylor got to the quarterfinals of
the Coronation Cup and the latter two
and Sheila Malyon reached the semi-
finals of the County Triples before
being beaten by Diss at RG Carters
In the mixed competitions we
overcame Long Stratton Thetford and
Connaught (the latter two on their
home greens) to reach the semi-finals
of the Jermy Cup our opponents being
Freethorpe on Sunday 18th July at the
neutral green of Wymondham and just
recently we won the Coral Cup played
at Watton Bowls Club So far it has
been a very successful and enjoyable
season despite the vagaries of our
uncertain weather
Ashill Bowls Club minnows on a high
The sunny warm and dry weather
has turned parts of the course brown
but has made for some exciting golf
None more so than in the June
monthly medal when David Flack
playing off a handicap of 10 shot a
net 62 In the same competition
Martin Parker achieved a hole in 1
on the par three 12th hole which
made him very happy but led to a
large dent in his bank balance
Recent Stableford competition
winners were Tony Bonner Alan
Blythe Phil Barrall David Wakeford
and David Packard
Recent inter-club match results were
versus Eaton Away lost 2frac12 - 3frac12 V
Royal Cromer away lost 1frac12 - 4frac12 V
Costessey park at home lost 2frac12 -
3frac12 V Gt Yarmouth at home won
5frac12 - frac12
The Seniors Open was held on 1st
July and approx 50 players
representing 14 different clubs
played in a stableford competition It
was an excellent day enjoyed by all
and the winner was George Axten
from Kings Lynn A separate
competition for Richmond Park
members was won by David Adcock
Richmond Park Golf Club Senior Section
On Saturday 21st August at Ashill
rectory Garden there will be a Fun
BBQ from 4pm to 8pm Tickets are
just pound5 for adults and pound250 for
children and include BBQ Salads
and delicious desserts
We hope to raise enough money at
this event to fund another year of
education for children in Uganda
who we have supported for six years
Tickets are available from Ann Bunn
on 01760 440 150
Fun Barbecue for Ugandan Children
The Annual Summer Show will
be held on SATURDAY
AUGUST 7trade This is an
opportunity for residents of
Rocklands and the surrounding
area to exhibit Fruit and
Vegetables Flowers Cookery
Art and Handicrafts and for the
children to show off their skills
in various classes
Entries for the show are
accepted between 9am and
12noon with judging
commencing at 1pm Doors are
open to the public at approx
330pm Show Schedules are
available from Post Office
Stores Rocklands or Margaret
Lister
If you feel you would like to
take part in our Summer Show
and would like more
information contact Margaret
Lister on 01953 483417
Annual Summer Show at Rocklands
Celebrations Celebrations You are all warmly invited to join
us at Choral Evensong at St
Mary‟s Church Watton on
Sunday 1st August at 530pm for
a special service of prayer and
beautiful church music and
afterwards for tea and cake
This is a celebration as our church
choir is one of 67 choirs affiliated
to the Royal School of Church
Music in Norfolk
Do come and enjoy the music and
see for yourselves You may
even want to join us We are
always happy to welcome new
members to the Choir
Goods amp services - warranties Repairs for goods can be expensive and it is very
important that warranties provide adequate
protection Unfortunately Citizens‟ Advice Bureaux
continue to hear about clients whose warranties
have not been honoured Here are some of the cases
dealt with by Bureaux throughout the country
Bishops Waltham reported that a woman had
purchased a buggy for pound150 at Babies R Us in
May 2009 She noticed that the elbow joints were
becoming loose and she believed this was
dangerous as it could pinch a child‟s fingers She
took it back to Babies R Us in January 2010 and
they sent it back to the manufacturer which
returned it and stated that the bolts had been
tightened (despite the fact that the joints were
riveted not bolted) The elbow joints did initially
seem tighter but the problem soon reappeared and
so the client took the buggy back again and
complained Babies R Us refused to replace the
buggy but sent it to their quality assurance
department which stated that the problem was due
to wear and tear She asked to see the manager
and explained that the buggy was within the
warranty period and that she was most unhappy
that her child was in danger every time she used
it The manager walked away and would not
discuss it Other customers came up to her in the
store and said they had had similar experiences
Southend saw a man who had bought a second
hand van for about pound4000 from The Van Centre
He had taken it back to the trader twice within six
weeks of purchasing it because the engine kept
cutting out and the client believed it was not safe
to drive Despite the fact that the van was covered
by warranty The Van Centre refused to rectify
the problems The client was frustrated at having
been sold a faulty van and very annoyed that he
received no help when he returned it He was also
very anxious and worried about the safety of the
vehicle especially as he had two children who
travel with him at times
Sometimes failure to honour a warranty is
compounded by other unfair trading practices such
as pressure to upgrade the faulty goods to a more
expensive version or mis-selling of inappropriate or
unnecessary insurance Ash told us about a client
who had problems with a secondhand vehicle She
had purchased a car with a warranty from a local
dealer using a hire purchase agreement In the first
12 months the car suffered repeated electrical
problems which the dealer was unable to resolve
The offer of a courtesy car was not honoured
resulting in additional expense for the client When
the client refused to drive the car again the dealer
encouraged her to exchange it for a newer model
and refinance The client agreed but the finance was
refused as a result of a poor credit rating The client
was left locked in a finance agreement for a car
which she considered unroadworthy despite the fact
that it was under warranty
Southend saw a woman who had purchased a
treadmill from Argos for pound29999 Four months
later she purchased breakdown insurance for pound44
However when the equipment needed repairing
she was told by Argos that the insurance was not
valid because it was taken out more than 45 days
after purchase She was given a handwritten note
saying that the claim was rejected by the insurer
Allianz Kings for this reason and was told that
she could ask them to refund her premium No
other remedy was offered When the adviser rang
Allianz Kings they were told that the insurance
did not cover the fault because the goods were
within the manufacturers two year warranty
period and a claim should in fact be made on this
Allianz Kings said that this is what Argos had
told them and there was no mention of the issue
of when the insurance was purchased The client
was annoyed at Argos for failing to rectify the
situation and identify who was responsible She
was also frustrated that she had been sold and
had begun to pay for insurance which appeared to
be useless and unnecessary at least for the two
years of the warranty
If you think that you have been similarly affected by
consumer issues and you would like help and advice
then please call in to your local Bureau or you could
also contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or
use their website at wwwconsumerdirectgovuk
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Attleborough High in the Beach Volleyball Tournament
Three teams from Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre were
entered into the first Norfolk Beach
volleyball Tournament on Great
Yarmouth central beach This was the first
volleyball competition the school has
entered and there was an air of excitement
after some good practice sessions
Two U16 boys teams from Attleborough
High were entered into the 15 strong
league
Team 1 consisting of Richard Adelugba
Daniel Dean Matthew Brookson and Joe
Whiterod took a while to get use to the
sand losing their first game against Notre
Dame 17-9 Communication and
technique improved dramatically and the
Attleborough team went on to win against
Alderman Peel team 2 (25-9) Great
Yarmouth team 2 (23-11) and Oriel team
3 (20-17) The whole team worked well
together with excellent serving and
committed dives shown by all particularly
Richard saw Attleborough Team 1 sail
through to the play-off
Team 2 from Attleborough High consisted
of Callum Langstaff Jake Horscroft
Matthew Miller and Daniel Thompson
Some excellent combination play between
Callum and Jake saw this team win their
first game against Lynn Grove 19-11
Matthew put in some excellent serves in
the second game and Daniel‟s athletic
dives saw another win against Alderman
Peel team 3 (24-18) This team lost focus a
little towards the end and lost their final
two games against Oriel team 1 and Great
Yarmouth team 3 With two big wins to
start the tournament Attleborough team 2
managed to come 2nd in their group and
go into the play-off‟s
Team 1 played two teams to battle it out
for 1st 2nd and 3rd place Confidence was
boosted with great combinations of dig
set and smash to gain a win over
Alderman Peel team 1 (17-14) Next was
the unbeaten Oriel team 1 who always
took 3 touches to control and set up the
perfect smash was Attleborough found
hard to return
Final score here was 11-8 to Oriel
Attleborough Team 1 finished in 2nd
place out of 15 teams
Team 2 from AHS faced Notre Dame and
Oriel team 3 in their play-off and even
though excellent commitment was shown
to get even the slightest touch on the ball
two defeats left them in 6th place out of 15
One U16 girls team from Attleborough
High was entered consisting of Lauren
Willingham Annalise Gray Holly
Warren Ellie Philpott Sinead
Bollingbroke and Charlotte Ord The
girls team had 2 substitutes and took a
while to get use to the rotation of
positions The first game against
Alderman Peel 1 saw a closely contested
battle with some brilliant smashes from
Lauren but unfortunately the final
whistle blew at 17-16 to the opponents
With great determination and some
excellent set plays coming together from
Anna and Ellie the girls team went to
win three of their final games Caister
(19-16) Alderman Peel 4 (20-16) and
Lynn Grove (34-8)
Three out of four wins saw the
Attleborough High School girls through to
the grand final to play Notre Dame Even
though Sinead served brilliantly
throughout the team lost 48-21 leaving
Attleborough U16 girls to finish 2nd out
of 11 teams
Player from Watton United FC took
a break from the World Cup action
this month to try their hand on the
golf course at their 4th Annual Golf
Tournament on Friday 25th June
An impressive total of 23 x 4 man
teams competed this year The
competition comprised of 18 holes
under stableford rules with prizes
for the individual best score and
team score taking the best two
scores on each hole from each team
This year also saw the presentation
of the RICK NEAVE cup in
memory of Watton United‟s former
manager being awarded to the
highest scoring individual who has
played for Watton United FC and a
new award presented to the person
with the lowest overall round
The club were pleased to see a
number of current club members
taking part together with some
familar faces from the past including
ex Watton United Managers Tony
Shipp Bob Taylor and ex players
Andy Hunt Paul Jarvis Daryl
Woodward Andy Campbell and
Richard Spillman Ollie Applegate
Karl Pitcher all appearing in teams
for the first time
Winners were as follows
BEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE 1st B
Taylor (47 points) 2nd H Waters (46
points) 3rd D Rudling (45 points)gt
BEST TEAM SCORE 1st Team
Spillman (S Spillman R Spillman
D Rudling I Bonser (99 points) 2nd
Team Shipp (T Shipp G Rowlands
K Kitteridge T Lyons (97 points)
3rd Team Wordley (S Wordley R
Bailey P Legrice M Mace (95
points)
RICK NEAVE CUP Bob Taylor (47
Points)
LOWEST GROSS ROUND Paul
Matless (72 shots)
OTHER AWARDS Nearest The Pin
(Hole 3) - Jon Sproston Longest
Drive (Hole 9) - Stuart Livock
Longest Drive (Hole 13) - P Matless
Nearest The Pin (Hole 17) - Phil
Patience Wooden Spoon (Paul
Rayner)
The club would like to again extend
its thanks to thanks Simon Jessop at
Richmond Park Golf Club for
providing excellent hospitality
throughout the day and allowing the
club to put on this much needed
fundraiser each year Details of next
year‟s competition will available in
2011
Pictured are the winning team left to
right S Spillman D Rudling R
Spillman I Bonser
Watton Uniteds 4th Annual Golf Day
ST MARYrsquoS CHURCH WATTON
GRAND FETE amp CAR BOOT SALE
on the field next to St Maryrsquos Church Car Park Saturday 21st August from 900am to 100pm
Raffle ~ Games ~ Cakes ~ Refreshments Car boot places at pound4 per car no need to book Please contact the Parish Office 01953 881252
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12 Noon on the 16th August Page space is allocated strictly on a first come first served basis Deadline is the latest
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the publisher cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions
This issue of the Mid-Norfolk Times was published by Julian Horn 32 High Street Watton IP25 6AE and printed through
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EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
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On Thursday 15th July the
whole of Watton Westfield
Infant amp Nursery School
followed a carousel of activities
for a very healthy day
Norwich City Football Club sent
along some trainers from
bdquoFootball in the Community‟
and the children took part in a
penalty shootout competition
The winning children will
receive trophies footballs kit
and everyone will receive a
certificate for participating
The dental nurses brought their
special crocodile puppets so the
children could see how to care
for their teeth They provided lot
of fun
Later everyone had to solve
riddles and follow on exercise
trail around the lovely school
grounds to collect treasures
(pictured below)
In the hall the pupils did jump
rope aerobic activities to keep
their hearts healthy
Also Mr George a well-known
local chef and parent governor
taught the children how to make
fruit kebabs The children tasted
fruit they had never tried before
The whole day culminated with
bdquoA Big Thank you Assembly‟
when everyone sang a rousing
version of the Westfield Healthy
Song
It was an exhausting but
thoroughly enjoyable day The
school would like to thank
everyone who helped to make
the day a great success
Healthy School Day at Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School
Key to Pictures
Top left Kieron Phoenix
reaching new heights in
the skipping exercise
Top right Lewis Pinkney
scoring a terrific penalty _
a future England Player
perhaps
Mid Left Ibbi Ivory
showing how the girls are
just as good as the boys at
penalties
Mid Right Josh Stadius-
Horn cornering like Lewis
Hamilton in the
playground
Left Left - Beau-Kerry
Bonner (touching yellow
bowl) Right - Abbie
Dennis (fruit on stick)
enjoying the fruits of the
labours of local chef Mr
George
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 13
80 Brandon Road Watton
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The Hare amp Barrel Hotel
Originally an old manor house dating back to 1806 we offer 16 en-suite bedrooms 10 of which have been converted from
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lsquoNoted for Good Foodrsquo
Extensive Bar amp Restaurant Menu bookings advisable at all times
A relaxing Conservatory ~ Beer Garden Patio ~ Bar ~ Restaurant
Games Room ~ Car Park ~ Courtyard
Try our Traditional Sunday Lunch
Discounts for large bookings always negotiable
Children Always Welcome
By Edith Pleasance
The spell of lovely weather we are
enjoying as I write this takes me back
to the hot Summer days of my
childhood One incident I shall never
forget was the time our mother took us
three children for a rare day at the
seaside
We were up and about early to pack
our swimsuits and cheese sandwiches
together with a slice each of Mum‟s
fruit cake to sustain us A bottle of
lemonade with a couple of chipped
cups all packed into a straw bag and
we were ready to go
Our walk to the nearest beach took
around forty minutes then came the
usual argument about which square
yard of the front we would occupy Ma
preferred the top end near the wall
while we kids wanted to be as near the
water‟s edge as possible As usual we
split the difference and settled
somewhere in the centre An old piece
of blanket was spread on the sand
while Tom our eldest fetched a deck
chair for our mum to sit in which
would cost her threepence for the full
day when the deckchair collector came
around Then we children were ready
to enjoy our outing
As the eldest girl I was given the task
of looking after two-year-old Joey (a
right little handful Ma called him) We
had our jamjar with string around the
neck to form a handle and headed for
the rocks which though slippery were
fairly shallow and had many crystal-
clear pools where we gathered to stir
the pebbles and seaweed with many
squeals of delight to reveal the
treasures that the tide had left To the
opposite side of the beach the cliffs
rose high above and sometimes we
would see the older children attempting
to scale them However we were given
strict instructions to keep well away
and stay on the left
After some time our mum beckoned us
in to eat and drink our picnic We were
proudly showing her our bdquocatch‟ of a
couple of minute crabs and an
assortment of tiny anemones we also
had a length of bladderwrack that we
loved to press to make it crack We
suddenly became aware of people
shouting and running towards the
cliffs bdquoSome fool has got himself stuck
halfway up‟ said Ma bdquonot the first and
won‟t be the last I‟ll wager‟
The rest of that day was enjoyed with
us kids running in and out of the rising
tide and practising our doggy paddle
until at around four o‟clock we were
rounded up dried off and ready for the
walk home which somehow always
seemed longer and more tiring than the
outward journey
News of any sort quickly buzzed
around our village by word of mouth
but it wasn‟t until the following
morning that Ma Taylor from next
door brought the local daily
newspaper to show the headline
reading ldquoTwo children drowned after
falling from the cliffs at Petitorrdquo They
were brother and sister to a large
family living on our estate where
everybody knew everyone else
Apparently a toddler had run away
from his older sister when in trying to
catch and hold on to him both
stumbled and fell down the cliff face to
plunge into deep water and drowned
The thought that we were enjoying
ourselves on the beach just yards from
where those two kiddies died clawing
at the rocks fighting for their lives will
stay in my memory for ever
---o0o--- Edith Pleasance copy 030710
A Seaside Memory Customer Services on the road Not a bdquoone stop shop‟ but a bdquoone
stop bus‟ will be pulling into
Breckland villages in the next few
weeks
Breckland Council in partnership
with Poultec training has launched
a new mobile service to bring
access to services out into local
communities The eye-catching bus
is equipped with the very latest
satellite technology so residents
who use it will experience exactly
the same speedy access to services
as callers to the main Council
customer service centres
At the One Stop Bus you can get
advice support and information
about Council services This may
be about Council Tax or Benefits -
or you may want to book a bulk
collection or report a missed refuse
collection Service Connectors will
be available on Thursdays and
Fridays and the last Wednesday of
every month and are committed to
helping the all customers The bus
will be making a number of regular
stops around the district and details
of the times and locations will be
available on the Breckland Council
website
Councillor Adrian Stasiak said
ldquoWe really want to put customer
service in the spotlight and
encourage people to access council
services The bus and the one stop
shops are just some of the ways in
which we are taking our services to
people around the districtrdquo
Services delivered in complete
privacy include
Applications for and enquiries
about Housing and Council Tax
Benefits
Payments for Council services
(including Council Tax) using
debit
Requesting a bulky waste
collection or
Reporting an abandoned vehicle
Telephone and website access will
also be available to specialist
advisers in
The Citizens Advice Bureau
Norfolk County Council
Plus many other partner agencies
Edward Bales Managing Director
of Poultec said ldquoWe are very
pleased to be working in
partnership with Breckland and this
supports the vocational skills work
we are already doing with schools
and in the wider community
ldquoVocational skills are all about
raising aspirations and this will
enable us to help more people
further their skills and give
themselves a brighter futurerdquo
Visit our website for further details
of the one stop bus and details of
locations and times of when and
where you can visit the bus ndash
wwwbrecklandgovuk
one_stop_bus
Friday 6 August 10 - 12Noon
Saham Toney (Community Centre)
2pm ndash 4pm Great Ellingham
(Outside shop and Post Office)
Friday 13 August 10 - 12Noon Old
Buckenham Village Hall 2pm ndash
4pm New Buckenham The George
Pub
Thursday 19 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Swanton Morley Village Hall 2pm
ndash 4pm Bawdeswell Village Hall
Friday 20 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Weeting Village Hall 2pm ndash 4pm
Mundford Village Hall
Wednesday 25 August 10 ndash
12Noon Thetford Abbey Car park
2pm ndash 4pm Hockham Village Hall
Thursday 26 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Shipdham Village Green 2pm ndash
4pm Mattishall Village Hall
Friday 27 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Banham Community Centre 2pm
ndash 4pm East Harling Market
Square
Adrian Stasiak Executive Member
for Communicates and Benefits at
Breckland Council with Edward
Bayles Managing Director of
Poultec and members of the One
Stop Bus team
Mornin ter orl onya or iffen yewre
hed yer dinna thas artanoon ter orl
onya
Spect yor well inta yer nu teartas by
now thar cummin up orlrite spite not
hevin a lot o rearn
Cos Horry he say his bin diggin
hissun fer wicks we dornt set a lotta
stor by his tearls tho
Tha ole Willuj Horl hed a meetin
larst wik n Horry n me thort we‟d
jine in
Blarst tha ole mawtha inna tha chare
gissus a rare ole luk n she say ldquoWot
yew tew duin in hare tha meetin is
privaterdquo ldquoThas orl riterdquo say Horry
ldquoWe sharnt lissen ter wot yewre a
sayinrdquo I rekoned we orta sit tite cos
ware bin hare a lotlonga than har n
tha ole football warnt wuth wotchin
nither
Tha ole kermitee ware a clakin on fer
a fare wile an Horry sorta gin ter
snor but as sune as thar torked about
anutha o tha gret ole grub nites He
wos up onna his feet wolunteerin ter
tearst orl tha offrins jist in cearse tha
doont mit tha rite standuds
Tha ole Chearwumon she giv Horry
wun o tha luks wott‟l bun worta she
say ldquoYew et moost of ennyonus larst
time yew grate ole pig yew rekkun
yew shud be barred fra orl ower
doo‟s yew allus cors a hellup dew
yew siddown a kipya clacka shutrdquo
Well tha sorta put Horry in his
plearce fer a while
Summonem rekkun‟d we orta hev
one o tha bottle banks meark a bit a
munny for tha horl
Cos thet gotta tha ole chearwumon a
garpin at us tew she sed atween us
we cud fill tha thing up inna coupla
daze I dint no wot she ware a gittin
at cos I allus teark my ole bottles
back to tha pub tha lanlord gissus
tuppence fer evra bottle mindyew I
git tha feelin thet he shuv tuppence
onna a pint o mild ony I doont offen
git a rownd in since tha furrinas
mooved inta tha Big Horl up tha
rood yew ony hev to ware a dutty
ole cap n stic a bitta straw in ya gob
n luk sorta dwany n thars a baer onna
tha tearble
Anyways the Horl Kermitee hev
agreed to hev a gret ole grub nite
sune Horry sekunded thet mowshun
n I thurded it but we wus towd to
keep ower nooses owt tha horls
bisness Tha kermitee‟ll hefta arsk
tha cowncil abowt gittin wun o tha
bottle banks cos thet mite wont
plannin permishun
I shull tell yew orl abowt ower posh
grub nite anutha time thas time for
my fourses
Dew yew keep a troshin Sid
The Ovington Crower
Watton Town Council owns and
runs a community bus which is
used by the elderly and disabled at
the discretion of the council
The bus is used on a weekly basis
Monday to Friday to transport
elderly residents from their homes
to the Wayland Luncheon Club
This service is a vital part of some
resident‟s lives enabling them to
enjoy a meal and socialise It is
primarily for those who may have
become isolated for a variety of
reasons
The Council relies on volunteers to
drive the bus and although we now
have regular drivers to cover the
five days we are looking for
volunteers who would be prepared
to cover for holidays and sickness
so you if you can spare a few hours
per week on an occasional basis at
short notice we would be pleased to
hear from you
Contact the Town Clerk ndash Jacqui
Seal on 01953 881007
WANTED Community Bus Drivers
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 14 News
Two bumper cheques for Chairman Charity
Two bumper cheques for pound1136 have
been presented to Diabetes UK and
Cancer Research UK by Cllr John
Rogers previous Chairman of
Breckland Council
The money was raised through a
variety of fundraising events which
Cllr Rogers has held this year
including an auction and raffle held at
the Chairman‟s reception and Clerk to
Watton Town Council Jacqui Seal
held a garden party and raised pound22000
which she kindly donated to the
Chairman‟s charity
The presentation took place at the
Watton Pentecostal Church on Harvey
Street in Watton during the regular
monthly meeting of the Watton and
District Support Group for Diabetes
The group meet once a month on the
second Monday of very month and
have been meeting for four years
Receiving the cheques were Paul Fleet
area volunteer manager who accepted
on behalf of Cancer Research UK Paul
said ldquoCancer Research UK is the
leading independent funder of cancer
research in Europe We are almost
entirely funded by the public with very
little government funding Without the
generosity and dedication of our
supporters we would not be able to
continue to make progress against
cancer The donation from Cllr Rogers
and Breckland Council is very much
appreciated and will go a long way in
funding our continued work in the fight
against cancer
Ron Thompson accepted the cheque on
behalf of Diabetes UK and said the
funds would be used to fund holidays
for children with diabetes
Ron commented ldquoDiabetes UK has
been organising family weekends and
children‟s holidays for many years We
are very pleased to accept the cheque
on behalf of the Eastern Region for
Diabetes UKrdquo
Cllr Rogers said ldquoI am so pleased to be
able to present these cheques to two
hardworking and worthwhile charities
that I have supported over the past year
ldquoCancer Research‟s groundbreaking
work into the prevention diagnosis and
treatment of cancer has helped save
millions of lives This work is funded
entirely by the public which is why
fundraising events are so important
ldquoThere are three million people in
the UK living with diabetes and
20000 children in the UK have
diabetes We have had many
fundraising events this year to help
Diabetes UK continue our work to
improve the lives of people with
diabetes
Cllr Rogers Ron Thompson and members of the Watton and District support group for Diabetes UK
Attleborough High School and Sixth
Form Centre Geography teacher Joel
Rodker has earned the exciting
opportunity to experience cutting-edge
environmental research work on an
expedition to Belarus this summer
Earlier this year Earthwatch the
international environmental charity
invited UK-based secondary level
teachers of geography science and
citizenship to apply to join its
expedition Belarus Wetlands from 2-
11 August 2010
Joel who is also the school‟s Lead
Teacher for the Environment is one of
eight successful applicants who will be
helping Earthwatch scientists to find
effective ways of conserving the
unique wetlands of Belarus hiking to
sampling sites to collect data which
will help the scientists to select
wetlands which are in need of
protection
Wetlands in Belarus make up 14 per
cent of the country Particularly
threatened and little-studied are the
oligotrophic (low nutrient) or bdquoraised‟
bogs which are the focus of the Belarus
Wetlands research project Bogs are
extremely important as they improve
the gas composition of the atmosphere
carry out climate regulation and
regulate water flows on the surface and
within the soil
Experienced facilitators will help Joel
and the other teachers to link the
research and their experiences on the
project to the curriculum On his return
to Attleborough High Joel will use his
new knowledge to inform the learning
of the students at the school The
teachers on the project will work
together to devise educational
resources for use in the classroom and
these resources will be made available
for others to use
Speaking about the trip Joel Rodker
said ldquoThis is a very special opportunity
to visit a fascinating environment meet
like-minded people and learn a huge
amount in a short space of time I want
to inspire our students to do similar
things I intend to share my
experiences with the staff and students
at Attleborough High and also to
demonstrate links between the
protection of important ecosystems in
Belarus and looking after the
environment in our own community
for example the impact on the
environment of the school wildlife
pond we are in the process of creatingrdquo
The 2010 Earthwatch educator
expedition to Belarus is kindly
supported by ICAP and the Garfield
Western Foundation To find out
how you can join an Earthwatch
expedition in 2010 call +44 (0)1865
318831 or visit
wwwearthwatchorgeurope
Local teacher to become a hero for the planet on an Earthwatch expedition
President beryl Brannan presided
over the first meeting of the new
Inner Wheel year She welcomed
Ann Akister‟s visitor Jenny
Bickerton from Canterbury and
everybody else Special mention for
Angela Rowlings our newest
member whom Beryl inducted to our
group Angela is a Honorary
Member
Our meeting held at the home of
Karen Barwood was an exotic
demonstration of Belly Dancing
Allison Dickson Sheila Harwood
and Karen Barwood all performed for
us in full flowing costume The
movements to music were elegant
and peaceful and full of emotion
which is more than can be said when
we were asked to join in General
wobbling of body parts was about all
we could muster but it entertained
those who elected to watch Karen
Sheila and Allison were thanked by
Beryl for an unusual but appreciated
evening
The Strawberry Tea raised pound64460
and 88 people attended the money
will go to UNICEF
The visit to Kew Gardens was very
enjoyable and the boat trip was
blessed with a wonderful breeze
giving a good finish to the day many
thanks to Brenda Davis for
organising everything in her usual
efficient manner
We are having a stall at the Wayland
Show and will be pleased to see you
all there
Future events include a lunchtime
concert with the Breckland Breeze
Wind Quartet on Septmber 15th and
on the 1st October a Barn Dance at
the Queens Hall
The Raffle with three prizes was won
by Ann Akister Peggy Barley and
Beryl Brannan We had a very
enjoyable evening amidst friends
The Inner Wheel Club of Watton
Letter to the Editor Thank you for printing an article in
your June issue on St Marys Church
Houghton on the Hill I am writing
to ask if any of your readers would
enjoy helping in the garden or
welcoming visitors to the church I
love this church and the peace that
surrounds it when I lived in
Swaffham I used to go regularly and
help in the garden that surrounds the
church unfortunately I now live in
Cromer so I can only go once a
month or so Last week when I
visited I was told that they were short
of volunteers so if you can spare and
hour or two a weekmonthevery now
and then please phone Bob Davey on
01760 440470 Dee Roye
This is the first in a series of little
anecdotes written by a good old
Norfolk boy (but not written in
Norfolk for the sake of all them old
infiltrators)
Do you remember the vets off
Watton High Street - up Worms
Yard I used to own a big old dog -
I was often seen walking him
around Watton That was before the
days of poo bags and red litter
bins Anyway I woke up one
morning and read the obituaries in
the EDP to make sure it was OK to
get out of bed and went down to
take the dog for an early morning
walk He gave me a bit of a shock
because he had gone all cross eyed
I thought I had better take him to
the vets and walked him down to
the surgery Fortunately the vet
could see him right away so I took
him in and the vet picked him up
looked into his eyes and had a good
look round him
Im going to have to put him
down he said
Well I said tears welling up
Thats a bit of a shock I will be
very sorry to see him go especially
because hes only gone cross-eyed
No you daft br the vet said
Hes heavy
Wilfson remembers
Lee Higgs of Edwards
Newsagents Watton
ldquoYour Ideal Shoprdquo makes a
presentation to Lucy
Vallerine who has recently
been judged to be the most
reliable and accurate News
Delivery person out of
more than sixty juvenile
staff employed by Edwards
Newsagents
Edwards presently deliver
newspapers and magazines
to over two thousand homes
across the Wayland area
and speaking of Lucy‟s
contribution to the excellent
service offered by Edwards
Lee Higgs said ldquoLucy has
been employed for 8
months and has never
missed a day or been late I
have great pleasure in
making this presentation
recognising her hard workrdquo
Well done Lucy
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 15
By David and Carolyn Jessup
It‟s always good to have a driving
licence as it gives the local people
an extra string to their bow when
seeking a job It seems like with
many things in South Africa that
there is a certain amount of
corruption involved with driving
tests Ivy decided that she wanted
to take a test and had already been
told by Cute the girlfriend of her
boss that the Examiners were open
to monetary persuasion She
decided that rather than chance
failing she would try this route -
failing would of course bring the
additional expense of at least one
further test
Ivy contacted the Examiner
who agreed that he would
accept R2000 to pass
already less than Cute had
paid So I took her to
Thulamarshe for her driving
test although she wanted an
extended lesson prior to the
test She had already had a
few lessons in what could
only be described as a
possibly unroadworthy
bakkie on some rough unsurfaced
land staked out with sticks to
reverse between The bakkie was
missing one wing mirror and had
no inside mirror so reversing was
a problem On the way to the test
centre I quickly showed her how to
do a three point turn and then we
went to find an Instructor
We followed a vehicle for about 2
km to another rough piece of land
where there were a number of
other people receiving tuition in
large trucks Apparently trucks are
easier to drive than cars Ivy had a
lengthy discussion with an
Instructor and came away saying
he was too expensive We went
back to the test centre and she had
a small lesson with another
Instructor went for her test and
ldquopassedrdquo after handing over the
bribe Since coming back home I
have learnt that this practise is also
rife in Eastern Europe so maybe
we are surrounded by drivers who
have never passed an official test
Before Cute took her test she was
driving around with a friend when
she was stopped by the Police
With no official licence at that
time she was concerned that she
may be asked to produce
documents Luckily they did not
ask for these items but merely
requested the mobile telephone
numbers of the two ladies
probably to call them for a date
Fortunately the ladies were both
alert and gave incorrect numbers
There are often breakdown
vehicles near the main traffic lights
(robots) in Hazyview and an
inquisitive Ivy asked them why
they were waiting there
Apparently they often put oil on
the road at night especially when
the roads are wet to try to cause
accidents They were not ashamed
or shy to admit this and were not at
all concerned if people are injured
or killed as long as they get
business from the accidents
I was stopped no less than 5 times
by the local Police Sometimes just
checking vehicles and the
registration and other times for
trivialities like not coming to a halt
at a 4-way stop sign Once I was
stopped for speeding 79 kph in a
60 limit that I hadn‟t noticed After
protracted discussion and a view of
the video I was informed the fine
would be R750 although they
would accept R300 If I wanted a
receipt this would mean going to a
distant Police Station with the
possibility of a long wait I decided
to hand over R300 and get on our
way This later caused me some
resentment as the money obviously
went into the pocket of the Officer
Unfortunately and stupidly I did
not take a name and although I
reported the matter I never heard
any more If there is a next time I
shall know exactly what to do
Ever since we have been going to
Africa I have always tried to avoid
running over and killing any live
creature Sometimes it cannot be
avoided and I had at least two
instances this time which I have
regretted ever since I was driving
quite fast along the main road
heading for our house when a
Vervet Monkey ran from the road
side and into the path of the car I
could not avoid hitting it and the
loud thud made me feel quite sick
Looking in my mirror I could see
the Monkey lying dead in the road
- 10 minutes later I drove back to
town and the body had
disappeared At first I thought it
may have been moved by its
grieving family but it was probably
picked up by one of the large
raptors which regularly hover
above the road
Even more sickening was the time
I was driving in the grounds of a
local Hotel and I saw from the
car what I thought were
thousands of large flies floating
just above the ground There
were literally millions and I
avoided opening the car door to
investigate in case they all came
in I drove for about 300 metres
on this track before I got out for
an appointment and to my
absolute horror I then realised
they were baby frogs There had
been heavy rain the previous night
and they had all come up from the
nearby river It was an awesome
sight to see so many frogs together
but I was so angry that I had not
identified what they were until it
was too late
Relationship difficulties Bereavement Stress
BullyingAbuse Addictions Depression
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Itrsquos good to talk Counselling can help if yoursquore struggling to cope with
Sanctuary offers a confidential low-cost counselling service with professionally trained counsellors who work on a short-term or long-term basis Call us on 01953 880922 to arrange an appointment Appointments are available 6 ndash 9pm Tuesdays and 930am ndash 1pm Wednesdays Sanctuary Counselling Service is part of River Ministries (Norfolk) registered charity number 1054419
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James Ball SHOWROOM 49 High Street Watton
01953
883288
Very Competitive Prices Most Makes of carpets
amp Vinyl Supplied and Fitted
South Africa again with a Touch of Mozambique and Swaziland
Watton in Bloom
On Sunday 4th July on a glorious summer
morning Watton Town Mayor Mr Roy Ivory
selected the best garden for summer blooms
on behalf of the Watton Society Despite the
cold frosty Spring and two weeks of drought
in late June Mr DR and Mrs AL Ankerman
were again awarded the silver platter to hold
for a year Of course most residents are not
aware that the Mayor is about the town
judging the gardens as this as a competition
that is not formally entered The Watton
Society are happy to make this award for the
fourteenth year with the help of the Mayor the
society‟s Honorary President Ten certificates
are awarded to those gardeners reaching a
highly commended standard in recognition of
their achievements Bryan H Wykes Vice
Chairman Watton Society
Fabulous mixed media Summer Art Exhibition 15 Talented local amp regional artists will be
displaying their work in mediums to include
watercolour gouache graphite wood
textile between Saturday 7th and Saturday
21st August in the Dragonfly Gallery at
Wayland House High St Watton Opening
Times are 10am ndash 4pm weekdays 10am ndash
1pm Saturdays There will be a Preview
Evening on Friday 6th August between 7pm
and 830pm All works on display can be
purchased - the preview evening is very
popular and recommended if you are
looking to buy and there will be a free glass
of wine and nibbles Please contact Susan
Hollingworth 01953 880205 for further
information
This month we did something completely
different for our WI meeting We spent
our time walking around Watton
following clues on a bdquoMurder Mystery
Trail‟ This was of course a fictional
murder but we had tremendous fun
solving the clues and finding out some
interesting facts about the history of
Watton on the way I don‟t think it would
be fair of me to tell you who did do it as
some of you may have intentions of
following the trail yourselves We
finished up at our meeting hall where we
enjoyed refreshments
Janet Oxborough from Ashill WI then
reported on the NFWI National AGM she
had attended in Cardiff in June As
expected the resolution urging the
Government on the mandatory labelling
of meat fish and poultry with true
country of origin was carried with a very
large majority Pat thanked Janet for a
very comprehensive account of the
meeting Birthday posies were presented
to Sandra and Jan and the raffle was won
by Joyce Jan and guest Janet Oxborough
Barbara will be hosting a Macmillan
Coffee Morning on Friday 10th
September ndash a little earlier than the
official date We also received details of
the Norfolk amp Norwich Operatic
Society‟s production at the Theatre Royal
in January ndash this is to be bdquoFiddler on the
Roof‟
Next month will be a social evening in
Watton Christian Community Centre
starting at 730 pm For information about
the WI as always the number to ring is Pat
on 882275 or Barbara on 882595
Who done it
Prayer of the Heart Activities at Watton Methodist Church Comprising Christian Meditation and Bi Monthly Worship For those seeking reflective
prayer mid-week worship with a more reflective and contemporary feel and those who
enjoy exploring their faith by reading spiritual books old and new
This month Christian Meditation in the vestry 2nd and 16th August for further details
ring Joyce 01953 88667
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 16 News
She did it She did it What a brave woman Frances
Packham is jumping out of a plane and being parachuted
safely down to earth by an experienced member of the
parachute team How proud of her I was watching her
come into sight out of the clouds and landing safely on the
ground and still managing to smile to her friends and
family anxiously watching her landing Perhaps it was a
grimace but we were all cheering and toasting her safe
return in champagne supplied by her partner Charles
Frances did this brave deed to do something special for
her 60th Birthday and at the same time to raise funds for
the local Charity Big C in memory of her friend Jim
Scrymgeour I am pleased to say that he knew she was
doing it for big C but when he died before the event he
would have been so touched by her thoughts for him
Sponsorship money is still coming in but to date Frances
has raised around pound1000 There is still time to donate to
Big C and donations can be left at the Wayland
Partnership Office
When Jim Scrymgeour died after losing his battle with
cancer with myself and our two sons Alan and Barrie at
his bedside we were grateful for all the prayers said for
him during his illness which I am sure kept him free from
pain right to the end As a family we were completely
overwhelmed by the cards (over 200) letters and flowers
sent to us with the messages that he was regarded as a
friendly funny person and always the gentleman At his
funeral there wasnt a seat to be had in the church He
would have been as overwhelmed as we were and I thank
everyone who took the time to come and pay their
respects The total sent by the undertakers to Big C was
pound81225
I have lots of thanks to make to the Doctors and nurses at
the Colney Centre to Dr Muller and Dr Kim the trainee
who were wonderful to Rosie from McMillan nurses to
the district nurses at Watton who were so supportive to
both of us who made him very comfortable and never
complained about his attitude to taking medication I have
to thank all our friends who were there for us and for me
since Jim has gone To the love and support I have felt
from my lovely customers at Top to Toe and a
very special thank you to my staff Alan
Gosia Kay and Rosemary who held
everything together running the shop in my
absence
To my brother and my brother in law for their
love lastly to God for giving me two
wonderful sons Alan and Barrie who with
their partners have been there for me as I
mourn the loss of my husband of 42 Years
He lived for those he loved And those he
loved remembered Marilyn Scrymgeour
HJC Ltd Motor Engineers
Servicing amp MOT preparation to all makes of
modern cars amp light commercials
Tyres Exhausts amp Batteries supplied and fitted
Courtesy cars available
Ask for Steve at 5 Linmore Court Threxton Rd
Industrial Estate Watton
Tel 01953 889924
Howlett - Rook
The wedding took place at Dereham Registry Office on the 11 th June of Mr
Wayne Howlett son of Barbara and Bryan Howlett of Holden Close
Oulton Broad and Miss Emma Rook daughter of Cathy and Colin Rook of
Hunters Oak Watton
The Bride was given away by her father and wore a Baby Pink dress She was
attended by Josie Mel Becky Summer and sisters Hollie and Debbie were
present The Best Man was Mr Reece Howlett and Kev and Rob were Ushers
The couple honeymooned for short break in London which will be followed
by a family holiday to Disney World in Florida at Christmas
What a star she is
Low Maintenance Gardens
Designed amp Built
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Patios ~ Paths ~ Fencing ~ Shingle Drives Seeding ~ Turfing Etc
Photos and References always available For a Quality Job amp Free Quote
Phone Tim Luxton on 01603 880184 wwwtimluxtonlandscapingcouk
The Wayland Show The Annual Wayland Show will be held on
Sunday 1st August just outside Watton on the
Brandon Road Last year‟s show was
acclaimed in the press and by many as the
best ever with fantastic weather record
attendance and more exhibitors competitors
and attractions than before It raised a total of
pound7150 for local charities
Among other things featuring in the Grand
Ring this year will be Jive Pony This unique
show has the lot with vaulting dancing
acting costume changes and amazing riding
skills Other very popular attractions are the
Bob Hogg Sheepdog Display West Norfolk
Foxhounds Trinity Foot Beagles and not
forgetting Cyril the Squirrel Racing Terriers
and Mid Norfolk Gundogs
New for 2010 is the Lifestyle Marquee and
planned attractions are a fashion show
cookery demos floral displays hair and
beauty exhibitions and a stunning dance
performance with the chance to relax and take
it all in while enjoying afternoon tea
Our livestock classes are well attended and of
a very high standard and with in-hand and
ridden classes the show is a chance to see
some of our best local Show Horses This year
we also welcome retrained Racehorses and
Working Hunters for the first time We are
also running clear round show jumping
The Wayland Agricultural Society Young
Achiever of the Year 2010 award recognises
outstanding dedication and contribution to
agriculture horticulture wildlife or any other
rural related sector or industry Entrants must
be under 21 years of age and the winner will
be announced prior to the Show and presented
with their award on the day The award is
sponsored by Weco Engineering of Watton
Radio Norfolk and Wayland Radio will be
broadcasting from the showground during the
day The organising Committee also recently
presented a cheque for pound1094100 to The
Nelsons Journey Charity from funds raised at
their annual Dinner Dance Nelsons Journey is
a Norwich based charity which supports
bereaved children and young people under the
age of 18yrs living in Norfolk
As mentioned in last month‟s edition
of the Mid-Norfolk Times Wayland
House in Watton High Street home of
the Wayland Partnership offers a wide
range of services and support to the
Wayland community as a whole We
are constantly striving to increase the
range of services but recognise that it
is vital that the community is made
aware of these services
Firstly we have an ldquoopen doorrdquo policy
and anyone is welcome to drop by to
find out what we offer This can range
from bus pass applications
appointments with the Registrar the
Wayland Community Bank to
exhibitions and events throughout the
year We also submit articles to the
Times and regularly have a slot on
Wayland Radio
However as the local population
grows we want to ensure that
newcomers are included and made
aware of the information and support
they can get from Wayland House For
those with access to the internet you
might be interested in knowing that the
Partnership now has three websites
covering all the areas and activities we
are involved inThe current Partnership
site is wwwwaylandorguk but this is
currently being updated and the new
site will be launched soon Try
wwwthewaylanddragonflygalleryco
uk where you will find current and
forthcoming exhibitions examples of
local artists work for sale within the
Gallery shop
Finally for the business community
we have waylandbusinesscentrecouk
which contains a wealth of valuable
information and links to additional
information We also issue regular
Email Information Bulletins to some
400 local businesses and if you don‟t
already receive them let us know and
we will add you to the database (see
contact details below) Also have a
look at
waylandbusinesscentreblogspotcom
which provides your business with a
chance to share your expertise and
knowledge with a larger audience It
gives you a valuable opportunity to
network and is particularly useful for
sole traders and those who work from
home
You can see us at the Wayland Show
on 1st August where we will be
sharing a stand with the Wayland
Community Bank If you are there
please drop by and see us
We will be submitting regular news
and information to the Times as it
gives us good coverage and is
delivered widely in the area However
for more information on the services
and facilities available from Wayland
House and the Wayland Business
Centre call in to our reception phone
us on 01953 880204 or mail to
iainwaylandorguk
News from the Wayland Partnership
Picture Breckland Photographic
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 17
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Unit 2 Coughtrey Industrial Estate
Church Road Griston IP25 6QB
Fitted Kitchens
Bathrooms
Internal Doors
Free Quotations amp
Full Planning Service
Massage Treatments
Swedish Massage and Hot Stone Massage
Appointments available at
BROOM HALL Country Hotel
Saham Toney Your Local Three Star Hotel
Telephone 01953 882125 wwwbroomhallhotelcouk
Holme Hale Pavilion
Summer Fete Saturday 7th August
10am -- 430pm Cake Stall Refreshments Beer
Tent Lots of Childrens games and also for Adults Grand Draw BBQ
(local butcher) Rescue Greyhounds
Institute Advanced Motorists Bouncy Castle also ladies have
your nails amp toenails painted and much much more
All welcome come enjoy
It‟s that time of year again at the
time of writing we are in the middle
of Quilts Three our third annual
exhibition courtesy of the Wayland
Partnership in the Dragonfly Gallery
at Wayland House It gives an
opportunity for others to see exactly
what we do hack tack and stuff With
a name like that we are obviously not
bdquojust another sewing group‟ This
year we were worried about having
enough work to exhibit and then had
far more than we could show The
exhibition opened at 10 o‟clock on
Saturday the 10th July continuing
until the 17th Half way through the
week over one hundred and fifty
visitors had been counted Work on
show included not only quilts of all
sizes but also fabric boxes cushions
bags toys and other examples of the
members‟ crafts made for personal
use and as gifts There were examples
of the Heart cushions given to people
who have had surgery for breast
cancer and quilts for ill
and traumatised
children and teenagers
distributed through the
Norfolk branch of
ProjectLinus There was
a raffle donations box
and articles for sale
Proceeds will go
towards materials for
items for these charities
There will be more
details in the next
edition
Meanwhile meetings
and demonstrations
continued normally including an
excellent example of the latter
featuring a variety of borders by
two clever ladies This was so well
organised that members were
provided with pieces of pre-cut
fabrics so there was no excuse for
not bdquohaving a go‟ We are all fired
with enthusiasm and likely to put
borders on everything I suggest
partners check their shirts and
trousers
The group does not meet in August
but will be back on Tuesday the
14th September at 7 pm in the
Watton Christian Community
Centre for the beginning of another
session meanwhile members and
non-members can check our Blog
at httphtsqgroupblogspotcom
to see what is happening over the
next few months This features a
calendar which has details up until
the end of the year It is also
updated very regularly If you are
not online phone Sue Hart on
01362 822536
Hackers Tackers and Stuffers
Last year Alan Smiths Birthday
present from his daughter and son in
law (Kerry and Chris Varley) was a
book written about some mature men
walking the coast2coast It was so
inspiring and amusing to read that
soon several other people including
his wife (Gill) and 2 close friends
(Tim and Carol Suthers) had also
been inspired and enjoyed the read
All 6 of us enjoy our walks and
encouraged by the two youngest
(Chris amp Kerry) who have done this
before they decided to take up the
challenge From St Bees on the west
coast to Robin‟s Hood Bay on the
east coast some 192 miles in 13 days
will be covered in August this year as
their annual holiday Whilst doing
this they have been encouraged by a
few people to make it an event to
raise money for charity
They thought it would be nice to
support a local charity in East Anglia
and have chosen the East Anglian Air
Ambulance Registered Charity
1083876 They are a 365 day-a-year life-
saving service across Bedfordshire
Cambridgeshire Peterborough Norfolk
and Suffolk The charity is independent
of government and National Lottery
funding and is entirely dependent on
fund-raising and contributions To keep
its two air ambulances flying and to
provide the advanced medical
equipment they carry over pound3 million
per year has to be raised The group
thought it would be good to offer their
support to the EAAA in making this
walk not just their holiday and
challenge but also an event to raise
some cash to help them in their work
Gill also contacted the organisation to
see if they could visit and see first-hand
one of the helicopters and the staff of
EAAA who offer such a valuable and
life-saving service
On average the EAAA are called to
four incidents every day life
threatening situations such as road
traffic accidents incidents involving
people in inaccessible places and
cardiac arrests Because of the
advanced skills drugs and equipment
found on board and being able to
access places impossible for a land
ambulance the EAAA can make the
difference
Will you help us to help them in their
work To make a donation and offer
your support you can visit httpwwwjustgivingcomcoast2coastthevarleyssuthersandsmiths
Birthday Day Present Inspires 3 Couples to take up a Challenge
From left to right Chris Varley Alan Smith Gill Smith
Kerry Varley Carol Suthers and Tim Suthers
At Wayland Scout Group we
started the month with a Family
Day the Cubs and Scouts cooked
lunch for over 50 people to
celebrate our first AGM Parents
siblings Leaders and the District
Commissioner John Sweeney
were treated to dips and cruditeacutes
Southern Fried Chicken rice and
beans and salads followed by
apple pie and custard
All the young people did a fantastic
job creating a delicious meal made
even better by the wonderful weather
Following a cricket match we were
joined by Rev Geoff Garrett from St
May‟s Church who dedicated our
new flags for us
The afternoon was finished in fine
style with a wonderful array of
homemade cakes and a cup of tea
The Leaders would like to pass on
their thanks to everyone for their
wonderful support and help
The Cubs recently enjoyed a craft
night creating robots form junk
including turning one Cub into an
android by creating an amazing
costume for him
This term the Scouts have been
working towards their Global
Challenge including looking at
different traditions around the
world As it is nearly the end of
term they had plenty of fun
making a traditional Fez with
maybe a nod to Doctor Who who
has recently made the hats cool
The Scout Troop has also been
challenged by the local Rotarians to
have a camp using only a Shelter Box
tent and the emergency equipment
provided in the box Of course they
have accepted the challenge and will
be holding this
camp in mid-
August Our aim
is to be
sponsored so we
can raise enough
money be able
to buy a Shelter
Box for the
charity If you
would like to
sponsor us
please contact
Theresa Cutts on 01953 884243
or email
waylandscoutsgooglemailcom for
more information
At a recent event hosted by the
County Commissioner Richard
Butler the Leaders were also
presented with certificates to
congratulate them on opening a
successful Cub Pack Scout Troop
and building a Leadership team
We are also looking forward to a
4 day activity camp in August
with the rest of South West
Norfolk District If you are
interested in finding out more
about Scouting in Watton please
email us on the address above
AGM Androids and Fezs
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 18 News
Ashill Food amp Wine 1 Hale Road Ashill
01760 440932 Fresh bread and milk news and grocery
Alcohol Paypoint
Wayside Farm Shop Stow Bedon
Fresh Seasonal Vegetables Home Produced Pork
01953 483 375
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL SHOPS
And get your copy of the Mid-Norfolk Times at these businesses
Available for Hire
Wells Cole Community Centre
Bell Lane Saham Toney The ideal place to book for any event - Large Hall Small Hall Kitchen Catering and Bar all available for Wedding Receptions Birthday Parties Dances amp Discos Meetings Jumble
Sales etc Large Car Park - Childrenrsquos Play Area
Visit our Social Club - Bar open every Wednesday and Friday from
730pm onwards
Donrsquot Delay - Book Today
01953 882 498
The bdquoAttleborough Players‟ amateur
dramatic society has been entertaining
people in the locality for more than 35
years with shows pantomimes plays
concerts and we are currently
rehearsing a musical play to feature a
group of our very talented younger
members to be staged in October
Since present day legislation has strict
demands for separate changing
facilities for adults and youngsters we
now have an additional burden on our
already strained finances
The society is a registered charity and
finances have been maintained at a
respectable level by staging shows
and our popular bdquoFish bdquon‟ Quiz‟
evenings on a regular basis hopefully
we will be presenting another quiz in
November Ticket prices have been
kept at a very competitive pound5 for most
of our shows takings which go
mostly towards running costs the rest
into a dwindling bank account In
these days of drastic belt tightening
we prefer to keep the cost of tickets
low to benefit our audiences This
means of course that our pool of
monetary assets has developed a
steady leak
We are looking for any business or
individual willing to sponsor us
Sponsorship would guarantee
programme and poster advertising to a
negotiable degree while private
individuals would benefit by free
tickets to any of our events of their
choice
Any business or private individual
willing to help us in this way please
contact our treasurer Anne
Greenwood ndash Tel 01953 455022
With our ever increasing membership
particularly of teenagers we think the
bdquoAttleborough Players‟ is a
worthwhile concern to keep running
on an even keel We hope you do too
The Players need your help
Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles By popular request the PHIL
BROOKPETE OXBOROUGH
JAZZ QUARTET are returning to
St Margarets church Breckles on
FRIDAY 17th SEPTEMBER at 730
pm The Quartet also features Ivars
Galenieks bass and Bob Dore
drums Tickets are pound1250 to
include refreshments and can be
obtained from Margaret Morfoot
Telehone 01953 498286 There will
be a beer and wine bar from 7 pm
This is a very popular evening All
proceeds for the upkeep of St
Margarets Church Breckles
Breckles is on the B1111 4 miles
north of the A11B1111 junction
Watton Ballroom Dancing Association
Queenrsquos Hall Watton 8pm till 11pm
Admission pound350
Saturday August 7th Mike 01953 882799
Wayland High School Students‟ British Science Association CREST Award
Twelve Year 9 students at
Wayland High School have
received the British Science
Association‟s CREST award for
designing and producing industry
standard batik artwork bags It is
the first time that the school has
entered the CREST awards
facilitated by The Exchange
(Norfolk Education Business
Partnership) who provided a small
bursary to support the batik
project Photograph of the students
with Batik bags and certificates
attached
Jan Cockburn from The Exchange
who visited the school to present
the awards at a Year 9 assembly
said Congratulations to the
students who carried out the batik
project You have shown great
enthusiasm for the subject and
fully deserve the national
recognition provided by a British
Science Association CREST
award
Val Wenham teacher and batik
artist who led the project said
The students learned the full batik
process including use of wax and
dyes initially experimenting on
paper before developing their
designs for the bags They created
designs that could be reproduced
on an industrial basis and studied
the technological and commercial
side of working in batik
Sadly one of the awards was
presented posthumously Alastair
Codling who also took part in the
batik project received his twin
sister Claire‟s award Claire
passed away earlier this year
For more information about the
work of The Exchange see
wwwnorfolk-exchangeorguk or
tel 01953 601439
For more information about British
Science Association CREST
Awards see
wwwbritishscienceassociationorg
webccafCREST
Pictured left to right are - Back Ellis Stone Harrison Cutts Sophie Shaw Ben Rees Martha Watts Stephanie
Parker Lauren Symons Megan Kennedy Front Alistair Codling Cameron Goldie Sam Beckwith
Our meeting in July had a
slightly different format to the
usual system We held a coffee
and chat event and we accepted a
cheque on behalf of Diabetes
UK for pound1136 presented by the
former chairman of Breckland
District Council
John Rogers The chairman of
our group Ron Thompson
accepted the cheque and said that
the money would be used by
Diabetes UK to help to fund
holidays for children with
Diabetes Councillor John
Rogers was warmly thanked
(Please see separate article for
picture page 14)
At our next meeting on August
9th two of our members will be
talking about the work they do
with the Retired Greyhound
Trust They are going to be
bringing a couple of their four
legged friends too John and Rod
will be suitably tethered to stop
them straying around the tables
and getting in the dogs way
The meeting starts at 1015am at
the Pentecostal Church Watton
(whom we thank for the use of
their facilities) all welcome For
further details about the group or
any of the meetings please
phone Helen 01953 884713 and
leave a message and I will get
back to you as soon as I can
We are have a special meeting on
the 13th September when we are
very fortunate to have as our
speaker Richard Lane OBE
President of Diabetes UK Some of
our members met Richard for the
first time last year and were very
taken by him and his frankness and
honesty about his Diabetes and
what has happened to him He is a
very interesting man and we are
very lucky he is available to come
and speak to us
We will be providing a light buffet
lunch for this meeting at a cost of pound5
per head and we would be pleased to
invite you to join us Because we
need to know numbers for the
catering arrangements please could
you phone David 01362 696781
before August 9th if you would like
to attend this special meeting
Watton amp District Group - Diabetes UK
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 19
Poet‟s Place Poet‟s Place is open once more to all readers to
submit their own work for publication All
contributions are welcome and will be printed
unedited for reader‟s enjoyment
A GOOD DEAL
When I‟m watching the birds in our garden
Little lambs that gambol in fields
I thank God I have such perception
This is what I would call a good deal
A small child with a smile that is wistful and shy
And a look to melt hearts made of steel
With a grasp of tiny soft fingers
Makes me realise what a good deal
Our cat usually independent and strong
Purrs around at my feet rubs my heel
I know it‟s because he wants feeding
He knows he is on a good deal
When dining out at a pub or cafeacute
I go where they serve a fine meal
With the atmosphere right and excellent food
Best of all I will get a good deal
Shopping in town for my clothing
Can be such a blinking ordeal
I go and intend not to overspend
And resolve I will get a good deal
Deciding on presents for Christmas
Then doing my best to conceal
The parcels I‟ve bought for each person
It‟s fine to receive a good deal
The flowers that grow in my garden
I planted in Spring with such zeal
Are now blooming so bright with such colours
I can see I have got a good deal
When I meet with my friends for a bridge game
My excitement I try to conceal
When the cards that I hold help me win lots of points
It‟s because I‟ve been dealt a good deal
Edith Pleasance copy 290906
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL SHOPS
And get your copy of the Mid-Norfolk Times at these businesses
Great Ellingham Village Stores amp PO
Long St Gt Ellingham 01953 452 155
Post Office Fresh Bread amp Milk Daily
Rocklands Post Office amp Stores
The Street Rocklands 01953 483 217
Car Tax Lottery Fresh Milk
Quick Stop Church Street Attleborough
01953 458 036 Italian Wines 2 for pound5 Wide range
of Polish Foods available
Old Buckenham Stores The Green Old Buckenham
01953 860210 If you purchase goods from the shop costing over pound50 (excluding the post office cigarettes lottery and Paypoint) in one transaction then you will be entitled to claim a bottle of Italian wine (worth pound5)
Lovells Post Office amp Stores
Market Place New Buckenham
01953 860 351
Village Stores Market Street East Harling
01953 718115 A wide range of products in stock
Anne and Kevin Ledgard
Londis News Extra
High Street Attleborough (Opposite Sainsburys)
01953 453 257 Newspapers amp magazines
Wide range of confectionery tobacconist Wide range of Wines Beers and Spirits
Londis Banham 01953 887320
Your Local Village Supermarket
Watton University of the Third Age (U3A) Forty eight members enjoyed the tour
of North Norfolk by train and coach
A superb cream tea at Bircham
Windmill rounded off the tour in style
The next trip is a tour of the Fens with
a professional guide on Friday 17th
September The booking list is now
open contact Ron on 01953 889951
The Croquet Group is now playing at
the Watton Sports Centre on a
Tuesday afternoon New players
would be most welcome including
visitors (potential new members) For
playing times contact Margaret on
01953 882136 Alan Bickers is the
new Leader of the Pub Lunch Group
who will have their first meeting on
Thursday 12th August
Next venue for the Garden Visits
Group is Dunbheagan House near
Dereham with music in the afternoon
and teas in aid of the St Johns
Ambulance Meet at 130pm in the
Queens Hall car park Transport can
be arranged Contact Susan on 01953
881373
The next monthly meeting is on
Thursday 26th August when the
speaker will be Barbara Miller with
ldquoNorwich over the Waterrdquo
The Membership Secretary can be
contacted on 01953 885358 For
further information on the National
U3A go to wwwu3aorg
On Thursday 24th June the
announcement was made in London of
the winner of this year‟s Carnegie
medal That prize has been awarded by
children‟s librarians almost every year
since 1936 for an outstanding book for
children and young people Since 23rd
April when the short-list was
announced 50000 children in schools
all over Britain have been reading the
eight novels - nearly 3000 pages of
high quality fiction Thirty of those
very dedicated readers met on the same
day in Attleborough High School
Library to spend two hours in lively
debate with their guests from Old
Buckenham High School sustained by
strawberries cheese straws and home-
made cakes
The event organised by the school‟s
librarian Helen Gage greatly engaged
the students and staff and much heated
argument about which was the best of
the books on the list ensued The group
voted for their own choice of winner
took lots of photographs and then at
the time stipulated by the Carnegie‟s
national organisers opened the
envelope containing the name of the
winning title Neil Gaiman‟s bdquoThe graveyard book‟ Of the gathering in Attleborough High School‟s
library student Ellie Halls (pictured above) was the only one who had firmly backed that choice In
November the long-list for next year‟s award will be published ndash and the whole wonderful process
will begin again We can‟t wait
Carnegie medal celebration the Attleborough High School big debate
Wayland Happy Circle Our July meeting was a social afternoon with a Beetle Drive followed by a Strawberry Tea Shirley
welcomed 25 members and 1 visitor and seven birthday cards were distributed Our former President
is making good progress and we hope to see her back amongst us soon
Shirley organised the Beetle Drive the first session being won by Molly and Maureen and the second
by Jenny Two of members Margaret and Jenny had prepared the strawberries and cream and these
were enjoyed by all with shortbread and a cuppa The usual raffle was held to close the afternoon
25 members and guests will be going on the outing in July and tea will be taken at Elveden Visitor
Centre followed by a tour of the Stanta Training Area
Our next meeting will be on 3rd August when Tina Cruz will talk to us about Portuguese cooking
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 20 News
July 1st ndash The day that Rotary
Clubs all over the world install their
new presidents And this year
Watton was no exception Outgoing
president Richard Akister handed
over to new president Doctor Mike
Harvey (see pic) Health problems
caused Mike to take early
retirement as a general practitioner
and having come to Norfolk and
settled in Shipdham some 5 years
ago he was introduced to the
Watton Rotary Club and thought it
would be a good platform and outlet
for his considerable energy and
skill He was an instigator of the
Watton Club‟s very
successful fundraising
drive in support of the
bdquoBalloons for Hearts‟
initiative in 20078 With
the help of 2 other Rotary
Clubs pound5300 was raised
and a giant cheque was
presented to the campaign
coordinator We hear that
the cheque is still on
display in the cardiac
reception area at the
NNUH Mike intends to
continue his ministry of the
Watton Club with a
medical flavour
As a prelude to the presidential
handover in both clubs Watton
Inner Wheel and Rotary Clubs
joined forces and held a most
successful bdquoround the houses‟ or
bdquosafari‟ supper Changing sets of 3
or 4 couples rotate around each of
several members‟ houses for the
various courses of an evening meal
with everyone landing up at the
President‟s house for the final
course and a bit of party time
Following our visit to New South
Wales Australia last year the
Watton Club is hosting the first part
of the return Rotary international
friendship exchange in September
Eight couples from various places
in NSW are expected they will stay
with Watton members for a few
days before moving on to be hosted
by Rotarians of various other
Rotary clubs throughout Norfolk
and Suffolk More about this next
month Martin Anscombe
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Improve your soil keep weeds down and keep moisture in with
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Only pound150 per Bag Delivered free (min 5 bags)
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During a debate about jobs and
unemployment on July 7th I made my
maiden speech in the House of Commons
I have focussed my column this month on
the content and inspirations for the speech
in which I set out why I am so passionate
about representing our area
Maiden speeches have a long tradition in
the Commons and new MPs usually
don‟t involve themselves in debates in the
House until they have made theirs
Maidens give new MPs a chance to talk
about their constituency and to outline
some of the issues they aim to work on
I focused my speech on three key
themes the need for a more local
approach to jobs and housing how the
politically correct bdquorights‟ culture
ignores traditional values and the need
for a better politics
The Rural Way of Life
Living and running a business locally I
know how life in rural England has been
overlooked I know how our traditional
values are too often denigrated and how
Norfolk has become increasingly
marginalised
ldquoTackling that sense of marginalisation
in order to unlock the talents and
aspirations of its people are the
central theme of my work as [an] MP
The people of Mid Norfolk feel
marginalised by the decision-making
process and too often forced to change
in ways that they have neither chosen
nor like The small local voluntary and
rural is all too often crowded out by the
big national professional and urban
[R]ural Britain has been especially
hard hit by unemployment during this
recession and my constituency has
pockets of rural deprivation which are
often hidden Pensioner poverty can
be especially invisible
ldquoPost offices pubs and village shops
close while more and more people are
forced to commute increasing distances
from the mass housing estates that have
been forced on our market towns and
councilsrdquo
ldquoThe people of Mid Norfolk sent me
here to speak up for them so I shall
[They] have found themselves
increasingly powerless in the face of a
tidal wave of legislation and big
government from Europe Whitehall
and unaccountable regional quangos
Many worry that our culture has been
hijacked by an increasingly intolerant
politically correct anything goes
multiculturalism which seems to have
too little respect for the longer
traditions of tolerance personal
freedom and responsibility embedded in
our traditional heritage By pumping
the bellows of local empowerment I
believe that we can reignite the embers
of a culture which can and should be
allowed to coexist with metropolitan
Britain to mutual benefitrdquo
Economic opportunities
Having run my ldquoNorfolk Wayrdquo campaign
for over three years I know how urgently
we need new jobs and opportunities in
Mid Norfolk Average wages here are low
and I wanted to focus on how we can
reignite our economy and strengthen local
communities and services
ldquoIn my three-year candidacy I insisted
on another way we call it the Norfolk
way a vision of a vibrant rural society
based on a renaissance of rural
enterprise smaller pockets of mixed
housing spread more fairly and
sustainably fast-growing small
businesses and jobs back in our villages
and towns less commuting a richer
mix of ages and blue and white-collar
jobs in active communities
ldquoSome may ask Where are those new
jobs and businesses to come from Let
me tell the House Situated between
Norwich and Cambridge are two of the
worlds leading centres of scientific
research and innovation in food
biomedicine and the clean
technologies all of which are so vital
to the global challenges that we face
Mid Norfolk is perfectly positioned to
become a hub of entrepreneurial
activity and new jobs With the world-
leading John Innes centre the Institute
of Food Research world-class
agriculture and high-tech engineering
along the A11 corridor we can lead
those new economic sectors on which
we will increasingly dependrdquo
ldquoAs someone who came to politics after
a 15-year career in creating new
technology businesses I hope to be able
to put my experience to good use in that
area However that revolution cannot
happen without two essential things
new models of investment in
infrastructure including the A11 rural
broadband and rail links and some
local leadershiprdquo
Giving People Responsibility
I believe in giving local communities
power Residents in a village know the
problems they have and usually know
how to solve them better than somebody
in an office miles away During my
speech I called for a new approach
ldquoThe stale post-war model of statist
centralisation and dependence on the
Whitehall handout has failed Norfolk
Rural Britain is the repository of
some important virtues that our modern
culture has neglected a deep belief in
self-help and responsibility an
insistence that everybody in a
community has a role and the rejection
of a shallow media cultures obsession
with celebrity and a love of the small
the different and the local These are
qualities that are deeply rooted in the
English character
ldquoAt the heart of this manifesto is a big
idea that citizenship is forged
through the empowering act of the
state granting responsibility to its
citizens That is the central idea which
has brought me into politics as a
Conservative and which I am delighted
is once again the idea at the heart of
modern Conservatism and this
coalitionrdquo
It was an honour to make my maiden on
behalf of the people of Mid Norfolk and
if you would like a full transcript of the
speech please email
Georgefreemanmpparliamentuk or
watch the video of the speech on my
website wwwgeorgefreemancouk
The Westminster View
George Freeman is the Conservative MP
for Mid-Norfolk The object of this
column is to help readers stay in touch
with their MP - it is not intended as a
reflection of the political views of anyone
associated with the Mid Norfolk Times
Watton Rotary Roundup
People for Animal Care Trust
(PACT) and Caine Lloyd of
Lloyd Engineering in Watton are
organising an adventure to climb
Mount Kilimanjaro in spring
2011 The intention is to raise
funds for PACT through
sponsorship and to have some fun
doing so
My name is Geoff Bell and I am
one of the people who are taking
part in this Challenge I have the
funds for my part in this challenge
but I fell it would be good to raise
funds for PACT as well
Through the Kili Challenge
PACT will receive funding to
build much needed additional
kennels to house the regular
influx of animals they have
PACT is based in Woodrising
and work hard to ensure the
welfare of animals in Norfolk
PACT‟s web-site is
wwwpactsanctuaryorg and more
information about them can be
obtained from there With your
kind help it would be a great
honour and privilege to extend
my support for PACT by taking
part in this challenge and to be of
help and support to one of the
loves in my life
If you would like to sponsor me
to take part in this challenge and
raise much needed funding for
PACT then please contact me
through Facebook or ring me on
01953-882925 For more
information you can ring PACT
on 01362 820775 or Caine on
01953 881255 I will also be
holding three public collection
days for this outside the Co-op in
Watton on the 18th August 15th
September and 13th October
Thank you for your support
The Kili Challenge in aid of PACT
Picture Supplied
Church Times and Puzzle
Watton Churches Together Service Calendar for August 2010
St Maryrsquos Church Watton 1st 3rd amp 4th Wednesday at 930am Holy Communion
2nd Wednesday Morning Worship Church Office opens Tues
Wed amp Thurs 9am-1pm Tel 01953 881252
margaretchurchadmfreeservecouk wwwstmaryswattonorg
Sun 1st 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
530pm Choral Evensong
Sun 8th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
Sun 15th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Sun 22nd 800am Holy Communion
1000am All Age Worship
12 noon Holy Baptism
630pm Praise and Worship with Shine
Sun 29th 800am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Watton Methodist Church Every Wednesday the Church is open for quiet reflection and
prayer between 1000am amp 1200noon
Itrsquos your quiet place At 1030 there is a half-hour Midweek
Service in the Large Vestry led by the Minister or a Church
Member wwwwattonmethodistbtikcom
Sun 1st 1045am Rev Barbara Winner Holy Communion
630pm Rev Brian Eagle
Sun 8th 1045am Mr Richard Hompstead
630pm Mrs Janet Roebuck
Sun 15th 1045am Mrs Sonia Mann
630pm Mr Brian Lawrence
Sun 22nd 1045am Mrs Elsie Warby
630pm Revd Barbara Winner Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1100am Section Service at Saham Hills
Mr John Winner
630pm Rev Brian Eagle Holy Communion
Roman Catholic Community Each Sat 530pm Mass at Watton Methodist Church
Pentecostal Church Dereham Road Watton There is a Noahs Ark Sunday and Kings Kids for children
during the Sunday morning services
Sun 1st 1030am Morning Service with guest speakers
Christian amp Ann Fernandez from La Rochelle France
Sun 8th 1030am Family Service amp Doughnuts
600pm Prayer amp Praise with guest speaker
Dama Safari from Shalom Africa
Sun 15th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Freed from your past‟
Sun 22nd 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Made in God‟s image‟
600pm Prayer and Praise
Sun 29th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoChanged by love‟
St Nicholasrsquo Church Ashill Tuesdays 1000am Said Holy Communion
Sun 1st 930am Lay Led Morning Worship
Sun 8th 930am Morning Worship
Sun 15th 930am All Age Worship
Sun 22nd 930am Holy Communion
St Georgersquos Church Saham Toney Sun 1st 1030am Benefice Service of Holy Communion
Sun 8th 1100am Morning Worship and Holy Baptism
Sun 15th 1100am Pet Service
1230pm Holy Baptism
Sun 22nd 1100am Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1030am Group Service of Holy Communion
SS Peter amp Paulrsquos Church Carbrooke Sun 8th 1030am All Age Worship
Sun 15th 1030am Holy Communion
Sun 22nd 1030am Lay Led Morning Worship
1230pm Holy Baptism
St John the Evangelist Church Ovington Thursdays 800am Said Holy Communion
Sun 8th 12 noon Pet Service
Sun 22nd 930am Lay Led All Age Worship
Breckles Caston Great Hockham Griston Merton Stow Bedon
Thompson
Worship Calendar August 2010
Sunday 1st August
1030 am United Holy Communion Thompson
Sunday 8TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Breckles
(Patronal Festival)
Sunday 15TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Gt Hockham
1030 am United Holy Communion Caston
Sunday 22ND August 900 am Holy Communion (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Gt Hockham
Sunday 29TH August
1030 am United Holy Communion Griston
Sunday 5TH September
1030 am United Holy Communion Stow Bedon
Our Pram Service Sunday Club amp WAY youth group
will resume in September
Enquiries The Revd Bob Nichols Tel (01953) 483222
Email revbobnicholsgmailcom
All Saints Church Threxton Sunday 1st August at 10 am
Scribble Pad
Across 7 One looking for riches (76) 8 Something to keep the claws in shape (8) 9 An assistant would be an idea (4) 10 Snap a biscuit for Christmas (7) 12 This clue might lead you the wrong way (5) 14 Fused fuse (5) 16 Feminine pronoun (7) 19 A phaser setting used by Captain Kirk (4) 20 A reserve supply to be drawn on (8) 22 but loose (553)
Down 1 A bright star from Avon (4) 2 Slopey writing (6) 3 infield pagan (7) 4 as chips said the chick (5) 5 Inherited (6) 6 Use this to change names (44) 11 Compared to a relation (8) 13 Earth shaking (7) 15 Of the coldest season (6) 17 How warm snow goes (6) 18 The sound of teddy bears (5) 21 Burn to charcoal (4)
PUZZLE CORNER
pound10 PRIZE CROSSWORD
Would you like to win a pound10 Voucher to spend Simply complete
the crossword on the right and drop it in to The Wayland News bin
at (or post it to) Adcocks 32 High Street Watton Norfolk IP25
6AE before the paper deadline All correct entries will be put into a
draw and the winner will receive a pound10 voucher to spend In the
event of any dispute the decision of the Editor will be final The
clues are a mix of cryptic and easy with one or two anagrams
thrown in just to make it more interesting
The correct solution will be published in the next issue
Last Month‟s Puzzle The winner of last month‟s pound10 prize was Mrs S Dockray of
Nelson Court Watton Well done Mrs Dockray
Thought for the month By Rev Barbara Winner Methodist Church Well the World Cup was disappointing for some of us and so
was Wimbledon There doesn‟t seem much to celebrate Or is
there
There was once a speaker who started off one of his talks by
showing everyone in the audience a pound50 note It was a crisp
new note He asked the room full of people who would like
the pound50 and it was no surprise that most hands went up He
then proceeded to crumple the note up in his hand and then
asked who still wanted it The hands stayed up Next he
dropped the note on the ground and started to grind the note
with his shoe When he picked it up it was dirty and
crumpled When he asked who still wanted it the hands stayed
up Well of course they did ndash just because it was crumpled
and dirty didn‟t prevent it being worth the pound50 just as it had
been in the beginning when he started his talk The note was
still of value ndash the value hadn‟t changed
We are in a time of change and cuts and we don‟t quite know
what‟s coming next But whatever cuts and changes come
however much we feel the effects our value as people has not
changed Life throws all sorts of things at us and we can end
up feeling crumpled and trodden on In God‟s eyes we are
loved and precious ndash valuable And no amount of cuts
changes and troubles will change this God‟s love for us is a
pure gift ndash it is not subject to cuts and change We read in the
Bible that God so loved the world that he gave his son that we
might have life And what‟s more it is a gift freely given
Now that really is worth celebrating
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 22 News
MOTs pound3500 VEHICLES FROM V 99 ONWARDS pound40 FOR OLDER VEHICLES
IVAN CHUBBOCK GARAGE SERVICES
SHIPDHAM
Tel 01362 820416
Has Your PC Slipped a Disc Netted a virus Mouse trapped and
wont work now
For all manner of computer repairs and support
Call Julian Horn on 01953 881885 ldquoSilver Surferrdquo support a speciality
SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEAS Hosted by St Maryrsquos Church in August
Sunday 15th August Christian Community Centre 230pm until 4pm All
welcome - please come along and bring family and friends
Watton United FC have begun
preparing for life in Anglian
Combination Division 1 by
appointing ex - Diss and Watton
player Paul Nicholls to assist with
training and match days whilst he
awaits his return to football from a
serious injury Manager Vince
Harwood has welcomed his return
to the club in a coaching capacity
and hopes his experience at a
higher level will improve the
young players currently at the club
Further changes behind the scenes
include the appointment of Ian
Hunt and Christian Hayward to
assist with running the reserve
team this season and they are
encouraging any new players to
attend training on Wednesday
nights at Watton Sports Centre
(7pm start)
The club has also arranged a number
of Preseason friendlies for the first
team all at home versus Watton
United 18s Dersingham Rovers
(Friday 6th August) and Thetford
Rovers (Wednesday 11th August)
kicking off at 645pm Their first
league fixture is a local derby away
at Wymondham Town on Tuesday
17th August
The reserves new management
team are looking forward to home
games against Thetford Rovers
Reserves (Wednesday 4th August)
and an unnamed team (Friday 13th
August) before their season starts
on Thursday 19th August away at
Mattishall Reserves All games
Kick off at 645pm
The club also have a number of
advertising opportunities available
this season with programme
adverts and advertising boards at
the ground all priced at pound50 for the
season Anyone interested should
contact Paul Woods on
07917361762 or email
infowattonunitedfccouk
Getting ready for the new season
For a small very rural bowls club
Ashill has exceeded all expectations
this year Our men reached the
quarterfinals of the Bales Cup and
Peter Bunn Colin Breeze Bob Hall
and Alan Willer reached the same
stage in the Norfolk County Fours The
men also lie 2nd in the Central North
Division just a half point behind
Thetford The ladies section not to be
outdone have also faired very well
Chris Bailey reaching the quarterfinals
of the County Unbadged Singles
before succumbing to an opponent
from Freethorpe she Inga Healy and
Jackie Taylor got to the quarterfinals of
the Coronation Cup and the latter two
and Sheila Malyon reached the semi-
finals of the County Triples before
being beaten by Diss at RG Carters
In the mixed competitions we
overcame Long Stratton Thetford and
Connaught (the latter two on their
home greens) to reach the semi-finals
of the Jermy Cup our opponents being
Freethorpe on Sunday 18th July at the
neutral green of Wymondham and just
recently we won the Coral Cup played
at Watton Bowls Club So far it has
been a very successful and enjoyable
season despite the vagaries of our
uncertain weather
Ashill Bowls Club minnows on a high
The sunny warm and dry weather
has turned parts of the course brown
but has made for some exciting golf
None more so than in the June
monthly medal when David Flack
playing off a handicap of 10 shot a
net 62 In the same competition
Martin Parker achieved a hole in 1
on the par three 12th hole which
made him very happy but led to a
large dent in his bank balance
Recent Stableford competition
winners were Tony Bonner Alan
Blythe Phil Barrall David Wakeford
and David Packard
Recent inter-club match results were
versus Eaton Away lost 2frac12 - 3frac12 V
Royal Cromer away lost 1frac12 - 4frac12 V
Costessey park at home lost 2frac12 -
3frac12 V Gt Yarmouth at home won
5frac12 - frac12
The Seniors Open was held on 1st
July and approx 50 players
representing 14 different clubs
played in a stableford competition It
was an excellent day enjoyed by all
and the winner was George Axten
from Kings Lynn A separate
competition for Richmond Park
members was won by David Adcock
Richmond Park Golf Club Senior Section
On Saturday 21st August at Ashill
rectory Garden there will be a Fun
BBQ from 4pm to 8pm Tickets are
just pound5 for adults and pound250 for
children and include BBQ Salads
and delicious desserts
We hope to raise enough money at
this event to fund another year of
education for children in Uganda
who we have supported for six years
Tickets are available from Ann Bunn
on 01760 440 150
Fun Barbecue for Ugandan Children
The Annual Summer Show will
be held on SATURDAY
AUGUST 7trade This is an
opportunity for residents of
Rocklands and the surrounding
area to exhibit Fruit and
Vegetables Flowers Cookery
Art and Handicrafts and for the
children to show off their skills
in various classes
Entries for the show are
accepted between 9am and
12noon with judging
commencing at 1pm Doors are
open to the public at approx
330pm Show Schedules are
available from Post Office
Stores Rocklands or Margaret
Lister
If you feel you would like to
take part in our Summer Show
and would like more
information contact Margaret
Lister on 01953 483417
Annual Summer Show at Rocklands
Celebrations Celebrations You are all warmly invited to join
us at Choral Evensong at St
Mary‟s Church Watton on
Sunday 1st August at 530pm for
a special service of prayer and
beautiful church music and
afterwards for tea and cake
This is a celebration as our church
choir is one of 67 choirs affiliated
to the Royal School of Church
Music in Norfolk
Do come and enjoy the music and
see for yourselves You may
even want to join us We are
always happy to welcome new
members to the Choir
Goods amp services - warranties Repairs for goods can be expensive and it is very
important that warranties provide adequate
protection Unfortunately Citizens‟ Advice Bureaux
continue to hear about clients whose warranties
have not been honoured Here are some of the cases
dealt with by Bureaux throughout the country
Bishops Waltham reported that a woman had
purchased a buggy for pound150 at Babies R Us in
May 2009 She noticed that the elbow joints were
becoming loose and she believed this was
dangerous as it could pinch a child‟s fingers She
took it back to Babies R Us in January 2010 and
they sent it back to the manufacturer which
returned it and stated that the bolts had been
tightened (despite the fact that the joints were
riveted not bolted) The elbow joints did initially
seem tighter but the problem soon reappeared and
so the client took the buggy back again and
complained Babies R Us refused to replace the
buggy but sent it to their quality assurance
department which stated that the problem was due
to wear and tear She asked to see the manager
and explained that the buggy was within the
warranty period and that she was most unhappy
that her child was in danger every time she used
it The manager walked away and would not
discuss it Other customers came up to her in the
store and said they had had similar experiences
Southend saw a man who had bought a second
hand van for about pound4000 from The Van Centre
He had taken it back to the trader twice within six
weeks of purchasing it because the engine kept
cutting out and the client believed it was not safe
to drive Despite the fact that the van was covered
by warranty The Van Centre refused to rectify
the problems The client was frustrated at having
been sold a faulty van and very annoyed that he
received no help when he returned it He was also
very anxious and worried about the safety of the
vehicle especially as he had two children who
travel with him at times
Sometimes failure to honour a warranty is
compounded by other unfair trading practices such
as pressure to upgrade the faulty goods to a more
expensive version or mis-selling of inappropriate or
unnecessary insurance Ash told us about a client
who had problems with a secondhand vehicle She
had purchased a car with a warranty from a local
dealer using a hire purchase agreement In the first
12 months the car suffered repeated electrical
problems which the dealer was unable to resolve
The offer of a courtesy car was not honoured
resulting in additional expense for the client When
the client refused to drive the car again the dealer
encouraged her to exchange it for a newer model
and refinance The client agreed but the finance was
refused as a result of a poor credit rating The client
was left locked in a finance agreement for a car
which she considered unroadworthy despite the fact
that it was under warranty
Southend saw a woman who had purchased a
treadmill from Argos for pound29999 Four months
later she purchased breakdown insurance for pound44
However when the equipment needed repairing
she was told by Argos that the insurance was not
valid because it was taken out more than 45 days
after purchase She was given a handwritten note
saying that the claim was rejected by the insurer
Allianz Kings for this reason and was told that
she could ask them to refund her premium No
other remedy was offered When the adviser rang
Allianz Kings they were told that the insurance
did not cover the fault because the goods were
within the manufacturers two year warranty
period and a claim should in fact be made on this
Allianz Kings said that this is what Argos had
told them and there was no mention of the issue
of when the insurance was purchased The client
was annoyed at Argos for failing to rectify the
situation and identify who was responsible She
was also frustrated that she had been sold and
had begun to pay for insurance which appeared to
be useless and unnecessary at least for the two
years of the warranty
If you think that you have been similarly affected by
consumer issues and you would like help and advice
then please call in to your local Bureau or you could
also contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or
use their website at wwwconsumerdirectgovuk
Sports News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 23
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Ring Lesley Horn For 1 to 1 beginnerrsquos support in your own home
Friendly patient and knowledgeable help with using your computer to find things on the Internet email your family amp
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For quality out of print books Fine Bindings and Collectable Editions New Books including local and childrenrsquos classics
Visit the Applestore Gallery on the first floor exhibiting the Paintings of Kevin Robinson and his complete range of East Anglian prints including Watton and Wymondham
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Doors windows locks no job too small Free no obligation estimate
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Attleborough High in the Beach Volleyball Tournament
Three teams from Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre were
entered into the first Norfolk Beach
volleyball Tournament on Great
Yarmouth central beach This was the first
volleyball competition the school has
entered and there was an air of excitement
after some good practice sessions
Two U16 boys teams from Attleborough
High were entered into the 15 strong
league
Team 1 consisting of Richard Adelugba
Daniel Dean Matthew Brookson and Joe
Whiterod took a while to get use to the
sand losing their first game against Notre
Dame 17-9 Communication and
technique improved dramatically and the
Attleborough team went on to win against
Alderman Peel team 2 (25-9) Great
Yarmouth team 2 (23-11) and Oriel team
3 (20-17) The whole team worked well
together with excellent serving and
committed dives shown by all particularly
Richard saw Attleborough Team 1 sail
through to the play-off
Team 2 from Attleborough High consisted
of Callum Langstaff Jake Horscroft
Matthew Miller and Daniel Thompson
Some excellent combination play between
Callum and Jake saw this team win their
first game against Lynn Grove 19-11
Matthew put in some excellent serves in
the second game and Daniel‟s athletic
dives saw another win against Alderman
Peel team 3 (24-18) This team lost focus a
little towards the end and lost their final
two games against Oriel team 1 and Great
Yarmouth team 3 With two big wins to
start the tournament Attleborough team 2
managed to come 2nd in their group and
go into the play-off‟s
Team 1 played two teams to battle it out
for 1st 2nd and 3rd place Confidence was
boosted with great combinations of dig
set and smash to gain a win over
Alderman Peel team 1 (17-14) Next was
the unbeaten Oriel team 1 who always
took 3 touches to control and set up the
perfect smash was Attleborough found
hard to return
Final score here was 11-8 to Oriel
Attleborough Team 1 finished in 2nd
place out of 15 teams
Team 2 from AHS faced Notre Dame and
Oriel team 3 in their play-off and even
though excellent commitment was shown
to get even the slightest touch on the ball
two defeats left them in 6th place out of 15
One U16 girls team from Attleborough
High was entered consisting of Lauren
Willingham Annalise Gray Holly
Warren Ellie Philpott Sinead
Bollingbroke and Charlotte Ord The
girls team had 2 substitutes and took a
while to get use to the rotation of
positions The first game against
Alderman Peel 1 saw a closely contested
battle with some brilliant smashes from
Lauren but unfortunately the final
whistle blew at 17-16 to the opponents
With great determination and some
excellent set plays coming together from
Anna and Ellie the girls team went to
win three of their final games Caister
(19-16) Alderman Peel 4 (20-16) and
Lynn Grove (34-8)
Three out of four wins saw the
Attleborough High School girls through to
the grand final to play Notre Dame Even
though Sinead served brilliantly
throughout the team lost 48-21 leaving
Attleborough U16 girls to finish 2nd out
of 11 teams
Player from Watton United FC took
a break from the World Cup action
this month to try their hand on the
golf course at their 4th Annual Golf
Tournament on Friday 25th June
An impressive total of 23 x 4 man
teams competed this year The
competition comprised of 18 holes
under stableford rules with prizes
for the individual best score and
team score taking the best two
scores on each hole from each team
This year also saw the presentation
of the RICK NEAVE cup in
memory of Watton United‟s former
manager being awarded to the
highest scoring individual who has
played for Watton United FC and a
new award presented to the person
with the lowest overall round
The club were pleased to see a
number of current club members
taking part together with some
familar faces from the past including
ex Watton United Managers Tony
Shipp Bob Taylor and ex players
Andy Hunt Paul Jarvis Daryl
Woodward Andy Campbell and
Richard Spillman Ollie Applegate
Karl Pitcher all appearing in teams
for the first time
Winners were as follows
BEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE 1st B
Taylor (47 points) 2nd H Waters (46
points) 3rd D Rudling (45 points)gt
BEST TEAM SCORE 1st Team
Spillman (S Spillman R Spillman
D Rudling I Bonser (99 points) 2nd
Team Shipp (T Shipp G Rowlands
K Kitteridge T Lyons (97 points)
3rd Team Wordley (S Wordley R
Bailey P Legrice M Mace (95
points)
RICK NEAVE CUP Bob Taylor (47
Points)
LOWEST GROSS ROUND Paul
Matless (72 shots)
OTHER AWARDS Nearest The Pin
(Hole 3) - Jon Sproston Longest
Drive (Hole 9) - Stuart Livock
Longest Drive (Hole 13) - P Matless
Nearest The Pin (Hole 17) - Phil
Patience Wooden Spoon (Paul
Rayner)
The club would like to again extend
its thanks to thanks Simon Jessop at
Richmond Park Golf Club for
providing excellent hospitality
throughout the day and allowing the
club to put on this much needed
fundraiser each year Details of next
year‟s competition will available in
2011
Pictured are the winning team left to
right S Spillman D Rudling R
Spillman I Bonser
Watton Uniteds 4th Annual Golf Day
ST MARYrsquoS CHURCH WATTON
GRAND FETE amp CAR BOOT SALE
on the field next to St Maryrsquos Church Car Park Saturday 21st August from 900am to 100pm
Raffle ~ Games ~ Cakes ~ Refreshments Car boot places at pound4 per car no need to book Please contact the Parish Office 01953 881252
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 24 Sports News
Written estimates always provided Memorials supplied
Personal supervision Pre-Paid Funeral Plans available
Arrangements may be discussed in the privacy of your own home
Tel (01760) 440269 (24 hrs) Established over 60 years
FUNERAL DIRECTORS SERVING WATTON amp DISTRICT
WC LITTLEPROUD amp SON of BRADENHAM
lsquoA genuine family owned amp run business
offering a caring traditional amp affordable servicersquo
MID-NORFOLK TIMES The deadline for the September issue will be
12 Noon on the 16th August Page space is allocated strictly on a first come first served basis Deadline is the latest
date and time that copy will be considered for inclusion Arrival of copy before
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then please make sure it arrives in plenty of time
If you are submitting on paper you MUST sign and include your contact details
with each item If you do not the item will NOT be published
You can contact Julian by ringing (01953) 858908 You can write to 32 High
Street Watton IP25 6AE Or you can leave copy in the bin at Adcocks 32 High
Street Watton
The e-mail address is julianmidnorfolktimescom
All views expressed in the Mid-Norfolk Times are those of the contributors and
not the publishers While every care and effort has been taken to ensure accuracy
the publisher cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions
This issue of the Mid-Norfolk Times was published by Julian Horn 32 High Street Watton IP25 6AE and printed through
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EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
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lsquoNoted for Good Foodrsquo
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A relaxing Conservatory ~ Beer Garden Patio ~ Bar ~ Restaurant
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Try our Traditional Sunday Lunch
Discounts for large bookings always negotiable
Children Always Welcome
By Edith Pleasance
The spell of lovely weather we are
enjoying as I write this takes me back
to the hot Summer days of my
childhood One incident I shall never
forget was the time our mother took us
three children for a rare day at the
seaside
We were up and about early to pack
our swimsuits and cheese sandwiches
together with a slice each of Mum‟s
fruit cake to sustain us A bottle of
lemonade with a couple of chipped
cups all packed into a straw bag and
we were ready to go
Our walk to the nearest beach took
around forty minutes then came the
usual argument about which square
yard of the front we would occupy Ma
preferred the top end near the wall
while we kids wanted to be as near the
water‟s edge as possible As usual we
split the difference and settled
somewhere in the centre An old piece
of blanket was spread on the sand
while Tom our eldest fetched a deck
chair for our mum to sit in which
would cost her threepence for the full
day when the deckchair collector came
around Then we children were ready
to enjoy our outing
As the eldest girl I was given the task
of looking after two-year-old Joey (a
right little handful Ma called him) We
had our jamjar with string around the
neck to form a handle and headed for
the rocks which though slippery were
fairly shallow and had many crystal-
clear pools where we gathered to stir
the pebbles and seaweed with many
squeals of delight to reveal the
treasures that the tide had left To the
opposite side of the beach the cliffs
rose high above and sometimes we
would see the older children attempting
to scale them However we were given
strict instructions to keep well away
and stay on the left
After some time our mum beckoned us
in to eat and drink our picnic We were
proudly showing her our bdquocatch‟ of a
couple of minute crabs and an
assortment of tiny anemones we also
had a length of bladderwrack that we
loved to press to make it crack We
suddenly became aware of people
shouting and running towards the
cliffs bdquoSome fool has got himself stuck
halfway up‟ said Ma bdquonot the first and
won‟t be the last I‟ll wager‟
The rest of that day was enjoyed with
us kids running in and out of the rising
tide and practising our doggy paddle
until at around four o‟clock we were
rounded up dried off and ready for the
walk home which somehow always
seemed longer and more tiring than the
outward journey
News of any sort quickly buzzed
around our village by word of mouth
but it wasn‟t until the following
morning that Ma Taylor from next
door brought the local daily
newspaper to show the headline
reading ldquoTwo children drowned after
falling from the cliffs at Petitorrdquo They
were brother and sister to a large
family living on our estate where
everybody knew everyone else
Apparently a toddler had run away
from his older sister when in trying to
catch and hold on to him both
stumbled and fell down the cliff face to
plunge into deep water and drowned
The thought that we were enjoying
ourselves on the beach just yards from
where those two kiddies died clawing
at the rocks fighting for their lives will
stay in my memory for ever
---o0o--- Edith Pleasance copy 030710
A Seaside Memory Customer Services on the road Not a bdquoone stop shop‟ but a bdquoone
stop bus‟ will be pulling into
Breckland villages in the next few
weeks
Breckland Council in partnership
with Poultec training has launched
a new mobile service to bring
access to services out into local
communities The eye-catching bus
is equipped with the very latest
satellite technology so residents
who use it will experience exactly
the same speedy access to services
as callers to the main Council
customer service centres
At the One Stop Bus you can get
advice support and information
about Council services This may
be about Council Tax or Benefits -
or you may want to book a bulk
collection or report a missed refuse
collection Service Connectors will
be available on Thursdays and
Fridays and the last Wednesday of
every month and are committed to
helping the all customers The bus
will be making a number of regular
stops around the district and details
of the times and locations will be
available on the Breckland Council
website
Councillor Adrian Stasiak said
ldquoWe really want to put customer
service in the spotlight and
encourage people to access council
services The bus and the one stop
shops are just some of the ways in
which we are taking our services to
people around the districtrdquo
Services delivered in complete
privacy include
Applications for and enquiries
about Housing and Council Tax
Benefits
Payments for Council services
(including Council Tax) using
debit
Requesting a bulky waste
collection or
Reporting an abandoned vehicle
Telephone and website access will
also be available to specialist
advisers in
The Citizens Advice Bureau
Norfolk County Council
Plus many other partner agencies
Edward Bales Managing Director
of Poultec said ldquoWe are very
pleased to be working in
partnership with Breckland and this
supports the vocational skills work
we are already doing with schools
and in the wider community
ldquoVocational skills are all about
raising aspirations and this will
enable us to help more people
further their skills and give
themselves a brighter futurerdquo
Visit our website for further details
of the one stop bus and details of
locations and times of when and
where you can visit the bus ndash
wwwbrecklandgovuk
one_stop_bus
Friday 6 August 10 - 12Noon
Saham Toney (Community Centre)
2pm ndash 4pm Great Ellingham
(Outside shop and Post Office)
Friday 13 August 10 - 12Noon Old
Buckenham Village Hall 2pm ndash
4pm New Buckenham The George
Pub
Thursday 19 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Swanton Morley Village Hall 2pm
ndash 4pm Bawdeswell Village Hall
Friday 20 August 10 ndash 12 Noon
Weeting Village Hall 2pm ndash 4pm
Mundford Village Hall
Wednesday 25 August 10 ndash
12Noon Thetford Abbey Car park
2pm ndash 4pm Hockham Village Hall
Thursday 26 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Shipdham Village Green 2pm ndash
4pm Mattishall Village Hall
Friday 27 August 10 ndash 12Noon
Banham Community Centre 2pm
ndash 4pm East Harling Market
Square
Adrian Stasiak Executive Member
for Communicates and Benefits at
Breckland Council with Edward
Bayles Managing Director of
Poultec and members of the One
Stop Bus team
Mornin ter orl onya or iffen yewre
hed yer dinna thas artanoon ter orl
onya
Spect yor well inta yer nu teartas by
now thar cummin up orlrite spite not
hevin a lot o rearn
Cos Horry he say his bin diggin
hissun fer wicks we dornt set a lotta
stor by his tearls tho
Tha ole Willuj Horl hed a meetin
larst wik n Horry n me thort we‟d
jine in
Blarst tha ole mawtha inna tha chare
gissus a rare ole luk n she say ldquoWot
yew tew duin in hare tha meetin is
privaterdquo ldquoThas orl riterdquo say Horry
ldquoWe sharnt lissen ter wot yewre a
sayinrdquo I rekoned we orta sit tite cos
ware bin hare a lotlonga than har n
tha ole football warnt wuth wotchin
nither
Tha ole kermitee ware a clakin on fer
a fare wile an Horry sorta gin ter
snor but as sune as thar torked about
anutha o tha gret ole grub nites He
wos up onna his feet wolunteerin ter
tearst orl tha offrins jist in cearse tha
doont mit tha rite standuds
Tha ole Chearwumon she giv Horry
wun o tha luks wott‟l bun worta she
say ldquoYew et moost of ennyonus larst
time yew grate ole pig yew rekkun
yew shud be barred fra orl ower
doo‟s yew allus cors a hellup dew
yew siddown a kipya clacka shutrdquo
Well tha sorta put Horry in his
plearce fer a while
Summonem rekkun‟d we orta hev
one o tha bottle banks meark a bit a
munny for tha horl
Cos thet gotta tha ole chearwumon a
garpin at us tew she sed atween us
we cud fill tha thing up inna coupla
daze I dint no wot she ware a gittin
at cos I allus teark my ole bottles
back to tha pub tha lanlord gissus
tuppence fer evra bottle mindyew I
git tha feelin thet he shuv tuppence
onna a pint o mild ony I doont offen
git a rownd in since tha furrinas
mooved inta tha Big Horl up tha
rood yew ony hev to ware a dutty
ole cap n stic a bitta straw in ya gob
n luk sorta dwany n thars a baer onna
tha tearble
Anyways the Horl Kermitee hev
agreed to hev a gret ole grub nite
sune Horry sekunded thet mowshun
n I thurded it but we wus towd to
keep ower nooses owt tha horls
bisness Tha kermitee‟ll hefta arsk
tha cowncil abowt gittin wun o tha
bottle banks cos thet mite wont
plannin permishun
I shull tell yew orl abowt ower posh
grub nite anutha time thas time for
my fourses
Dew yew keep a troshin Sid
The Ovington Crower
Watton Town Council owns and
runs a community bus which is
used by the elderly and disabled at
the discretion of the council
The bus is used on a weekly basis
Monday to Friday to transport
elderly residents from their homes
to the Wayland Luncheon Club
This service is a vital part of some
resident‟s lives enabling them to
enjoy a meal and socialise It is
primarily for those who may have
become isolated for a variety of
reasons
The Council relies on volunteers to
drive the bus and although we now
have regular drivers to cover the
five days we are looking for
volunteers who would be prepared
to cover for holidays and sickness
so you if you can spare a few hours
per week on an occasional basis at
short notice we would be pleased to
hear from you
Contact the Town Clerk ndash Jacqui
Seal on 01953 881007
WANTED Community Bus Drivers
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 14 News
Two bumper cheques for Chairman Charity
Two bumper cheques for pound1136 have
been presented to Diabetes UK and
Cancer Research UK by Cllr John
Rogers previous Chairman of
Breckland Council
The money was raised through a
variety of fundraising events which
Cllr Rogers has held this year
including an auction and raffle held at
the Chairman‟s reception and Clerk to
Watton Town Council Jacqui Seal
held a garden party and raised pound22000
which she kindly donated to the
Chairman‟s charity
The presentation took place at the
Watton Pentecostal Church on Harvey
Street in Watton during the regular
monthly meeting of the Watton and
District Support Group for Diabetes
The group meet once a month on the
second Monday of very month and
have been meeting for four years
Receiving the cheques were Paul Fleet
area volunteer manager who accepted
on behalf of Cancer Research UK Paul
said ldquoCancer Research UK is the
leading independent funder of cancer
research in Europe We are almost
entirely funded by the public with very
little government funding Without the
generosity and dedication of our
supporters we would not be able to
continue to make progress against
cancer The donation from Cllr Rogers
and Breckland Council is very much
appreciated and will go a long way in
funding our continued work in the fight
against cancer
Ron Thompson accepted the cheque on
behalf of Diabetes UK and said the
funds would be used to fund holidays
for children with diabetes
Ron commented ldquoDiabetes UK has
been organising family weekends and
children‟s holidays for many years We
are very pleased to accept the cheque
on behalf of the Eastern Region for
Diabetes UKrdquo
Cllr Rogers said ldquoI am so pleased to be
able to present these cheques to two
hardworking and worthwhile charities
that I have supported over the past year
ldquoCancer Research‟s groundbreaking
work into the prevention diagnosis and
treatment of cancer has helped save
millions of lives This work is funded
entirely by the public which is why
fundraising events are so important
ldquoThere are three million people in
the UK living with diabetes and
20000 children in the UK have
diabetes We have had many
fundraising events this year to help
Diabetes UK continue our work to
improve the lives of people with
diabetes
Cllr Rogers Ron Thompson and members of the Watton and District support group for Diabetes UK
Attleborough High School and Sixth
Form Centre Geography teacher Joel
Rodker has earned the exciting
opportunity to experience cutting-edge
environmental research work on an
expedition to Belarus this summer
Earlier this year Earthwatch the
international environmental charity
invited UK-based secondary level
teachers of geography science and
citizenship to apply to join its
expedition Belarus Wetlands from 2-
11 August 2010
Joel who is also the school‟s Lead
Teacher for the Environment is one of
eight successful applicants who will be
helping Earthwatch scientists to find
effective ways of conserving the
unique wetlands of Belarus hiking to
sampling sites to collect data which
will help the scientists to select
wetlands which are in need of
protection
Wetlands in Belarus make up 14 per
cent of the country Particularly
threatened and little-studied are the
oligotrophic (low nutrient) or bdquoraised‟
bogs which are the focus of the Belarus
Wetlands research project Bogs are
extremely important as they improve
the gas composition of the atmosphere
carry out climate regulation and
regulate water flows on the surface and
within the soil
Experienced facilitators will help Joel
and the other teachers to link the
research and their experiences on the
project to the curriculum On his return
to Attleborough High Joel will use his
new knowledge to inform the learning
of the students at the school The
teachers on the project will work
together to devise educational
resources for use in the classroom and
these resources will be made available
for others to use
Speaking about the trip Joel Rodker
said ldquoThis is a very special opportunity
to visit a fascinating environment meet
like-minded people and learn a huge
amount in a short space of time I want
to inspire our students to do similar
things I intend to share my
experiences with the staff and students
at Attleborough High and also to
demonstrate links between the
protection of important ecosystems in
Belarus and looking after the
environment in our own community
for example the impact on the
environment of the school wildlife
pond we are in the process of creatingrdquo
The 2010 Earthwatch educator
expedition to Belarus is kindly
supported by ICAP and the Garfield
Western Foundation To find out
how you can join an Earthwatch
expedition in 2010 call +44 (0)1865
318831 or visit
wwwearthwatchorgeurope
Local teacher to become a hero for the planet on an Earthwatch expedition
President beryl Brannan presided
over the first meeting of the new
Inner Wheel year She welcomed
Ann Akister‟s visitor Jenny
Bickerton from Canterbury and
everybody else Special mention for
Angela Rowlings our newest
member whom Beryl inducted to our
group Angela is a Honorary
Member
Our meeting held at the home of
Karen Barwood was an exotic
demonstration of Belly Dancing
Allison Dickson Sheila Harwood
and Karen Barwood all performed for
us in full flowing costume The
movements to music were elegant
and peaceful and full of emotion
which is more than can be said when
we were asked to join in General
wobbling of body parts was about all
we could muster but it entertained
those who elected to watch Karen
Sheila and Allison were thanked by
Beryl for an unusual but appreciated
evening
The Strawberry Tea raised pound64460
and 88 people attended the money
will go to UNICEF
The visit to Kew Gardens was very
enjoyable and the boat trip was
blessed with a wonderful breeze
giving a good finish to the day many
thanks to Brenda Davis for
organising everything in her usual
efficient manner
We are having a stall at the Wayland
Show and will be pleased to see you
all there
Future events include a lunchtime
concert with the Breckland Breeze
Wind Quartet on Septmber 15th and
on the 1st October a Barn Dance at
the Queens Hall
The Raffle with three prizes was won
by Ann Akister Peggy Barley and
Beryl Brannan We had a very
enjoyable evening amidst friends
The Inner Wheel Club of Watton
Letter to the Editor Thank you for printing an article in
your June issue on St Marys Church
Houghton on the Hill I am writing
to ask if any of your readers would
enjoy helping in the garden or
welcoming visitors to the church I
love this church and the peace that
surrounds it when I lived in
Swaffham I used to go regularly and
help in the garden that surrounds the
church unfortunately I now live in
Cromer so I can only go once a
month or so Last week when I
visited I was told that they were short
of volunteers so if you can spare and
hour or two a weekmonthevery now
and then please phone Bob Davey on
01760 440470 Dee Roye
This is the first in a series of little
anecdotes written by a good old
Norfolk boy (but not written in
Norfolk for the sake of all them old
infiltrators)
Do you remember the vets off
Watton High Street - up Worms
Yard I used to own a big old dog -
I was often seen walking him
around Watton That was before the
days of poo bags and red litter
bins Anyway I woke up one
morning and read the obituaries in
the EDP to make sure it was OK to
get out of bed and went down to
take the dog for an early morning
walk He gave me a bit of a shock
because he had gone all cross eyed
I thought I had better take him to
the vets and walked him down to
the surgery Fortunately the vet
could see him right away so I took
him in and the vet picked him up
looked into his eyes and had a good
look round him
Im going to have to put him
down he said
Well I said tears welling up
Thats a bit of a shock I will be
very sorry to see him go especially
because hes only gone cross-eyed
No you daft br the vet said
Hes heavy
Wilfson remembers
Lee Higgs of Edwards
Newsagents Watton
ldquoYour Ideal Shoprdquo makes a
presentation to Lucy
Vallerine who has recently
been judged to be the most
reliable and accurate News
Delivery person out of
more than sixty juvenile
staff employed by Edwards
Newsagents
Edwards presently deliver
newspapers and magazines
to over two thousand homes
across the Wayland area
and speaking of Lucy‟s
contribution to the excellent
service offered by Edwards
Lee Higgs said ldquoLucy has
been employed for 8
months and has never
missed a day or been late I
have great pleasure in
making this presentation
recognising her hard workrdquo
Well done Lucy
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 15
By David and Carolyn Jessup
It‟s always good to have a driving
licence as it gives the local people
an extra string to their bow when
seeking a job It seems like with
many things in South Africa that
there is a certain amount of
corruption involved with driving
tests Ivy decided that she wanted
to take a test and had already been
told by Cute the girlfriend of her
boss that the Examiners were open
to monetary persuasion She
decided that rather than chance
failing she would try this route -
failing would of course bring the
additional expense of at least one
further test
Ivy contacted the Examiner
who agreed that he would
accept R2000 to pass
already less than Cute had
paid So I took her to
Thulamarshe for her driving
test although she wanted an
extended lesson prior to the
test She had already had a
few lessons in what could
only be described as a
possibly unroadworthy
bakkie on some rough unsurfaced
land staked out with sticks to
reverse between The bakkie was
missing one wing mirror and had
no inside mirror so reversing was
a problem On the way to the test
centre I quickly showed her how to
do a three point turn and then we
went to find an Instructor
We followed a vehicle for about 2
km to another rough piece of land
where there were a number of
other people receiving tuition in
large trucks Apparently trucks are
easier to drive than cars Ivy had a
lengthy discussion with an
Instructor and came away saying
he was too expensive We went
back to the test centre and she had
a small lesson with another
Instructor went for her test and
ldquopassedrdquo after handing over the
bribe Since coming back home I
have learnt that this practise is also
rife in Eastern Europe so maybe
we are surrounded by drivers who
have never passed an official test
Before Cute took her test she was
driving around with a friend when
she was stopped by the Police
With no official licence at that
time she was concerned that she
may be asked to produce
documents Luckily they did not
ask for these items but merely
requested the mobile telephone
numbers of the two ladies
probably to call them for a date
Fortunately the ladies were both
alert and gave incorrect numbers
There are often breakdown
vehicles near the main traffic lights
(robots) in Hazyview and an
inquisitive Ivy asked them why
they were waiting there
Apparently they often put oil on
the road at night especially when
the roads are wet to try to cause
accidents They were not ashamed
or shy to admit this and were not at
all concerned if people are injured
or killed as long as they get
business from the accidents
I was stopped no less than 5 times
by the local Police Sometimes just
checking vehicles and the
registration and other times for
trivialities like not coming to a halt
at a 4-way stop sign Once I was
stopped for speeding 79 kph in a
60 limit that I hadn‟t noticed After
protracted discussion and a view of
the video I was informed the fine
would be R750 although they
would accept R300 If I wanted a
receipt this would mean going to a
distant Police Station with the
possibility of a long wait I decided
to hand over R300 and get on our
way This later caused me some
resentment as the money obviously
went into the pocket of the Officer
Unfortunately and stupidly I did
not take a name and although I
reported the matter I never heard
any more If there is a next time I
shall know exactly what to do
Ever since we have been going to
Africa I have always tried to avoid
running over and killing any live
creature Sometimes it cannot be
avoided and I had at least two
instances this time which I have
regretted ever since I was driving
quite fast along the main road
heading for our house when a
Vervet Monkey ran from the road
side and into the path of the car I
could not avoid hitting it and the
loud thud made me feel quite sick
Looking in my mirror I could see
the Monkey lying dead in the road
- 10 minutes later I drove back to
town and the body had
disappeared At first I thought it
may have been moved by its
grieving family but it was probably
picked up by one of the large
raptors which regularly hover
above the road
Even more sickening was the time
I was driving in the grounds of a
local Hotel and I saw from the
car what I thought were
thousands of large flies floating
just above the ground There
were literally millions and I
avoided opening the car door to
investigate in case they all came
in I drove for about 300 metres
on this track before I got out for
an appointment and to my
absolute horror I then realised
they were baby frogs There had
been heavy rain the previous night
and they had all come up from the
nearby river It was an awesome
sight to see so many frogs together
but I was so angry that I had not
identified what they were until it
was too late
Relationship difficulties Bereavement Stress
BullyingAbuse Addictions Depression
SANCTUARY COUNSELLING SERVICE WATTON
Itrsquos good to talk Counselling can help if yoursquore struggling to cope with
Sanctuary offers a confidential low-cost counselling service with professionally trained counsellors who work on a short-term or long-term basis Call us on 01953 880922 to arrange an appointment Appointments are available 6 ndash 9pm Tuesdays and 930am ndash 1pm Wednesdays Sanctuary Counselling Service is part of River Ministries (Norfolk) registered charity number 1054419
cv
James Ball SHOWROOM 49 High Street Watton
01953
883288
Very Competitive Prices Most Makes of carpets
amp Vinyl Supplied and Fitted
South Africa again with a Touch of Mozambique and Swaziland
Watton in Bloom
On Sunday 4th July on a glorious summer
morning Watton Town Mayor Mr Roy Ivory
selected the best garden for summer blooms
on behalf of the Watton Society Despite the
cold frosty Spring and two weeks of drought
in late June Mr DR and Mrs AL Ankerman
were again awarded the silver platter to hold
for a year Of course most residents are not
aware that the Mayor is about the town
judging the gardens as this as a competition
that is not formally entered The Watton
Society are happy to make this award for the
fourteenth year with the help of the Mayor the
society‟s Honorary President Ten certificates
are awarded to those gardeners reaching a
highly commended standard in recognition of
their achievements Bryan H Wykes Vice
Chairman Watton Society
Fabulous mixed media Summer Art Exhibition 15 Talented local amp regional artists will be
displaying their work in mediums to include
watercolour gouache graphite wood
textile between Saturday 7th and Saturday
21st August in the Dragonfly Gallery at
Wayland House High St Watton Opening
Times are 10am ndash 4pm weekdays 10am ndash
1pm Saturdays There will be a Preview
Evening on Friday 6th August between 7pm
and 830pm All works on display can be
purchased - the preview evening is very
popular and recommended if you are
looking to buy and there will be a free glass
of wine and nibbles Please contact Susan
Hollingworth 01953 880205 for further
information
This month we did something completely
different for our WI meeting We spent
our time walking around Watton
following clues on a bdquoMurder Mystery
Trail‟ This was of course a fictional
murder but we had tremendous fun
solving the clues and finding out some
interesting facts about the history of
Watton on the way I don‟t think it would
be fair of me to tell you who did do it as
some of you may have intentions of
following the trail yourselves We
finished up at our meeting hall where we
enjoyed refreshments
Janet Oxborough from Ashill WI then
reported on the NFWI National AGM she
had attended in Cardiff in June As
expected the resolution urging the
Government on the mandatory labelling
of meat fish and poultry with true
country of origin was carried with a very
large majority Pat thanked Janet for a
very comprehensive account of the
meeting Birthday posies were presented
to Sandra and Jan and the raffle was won
by Joyce Jan and guest Janet Oxborough
Barbara will be hosting a Macmillan
Coffee Morning on Friday 10th
September ndash a little earlier than the
official date We also received details of
the Norfolk amp Norwich Operatic
Society‟s production at the Theatre Royal
in January ndash this is to be bdquoFiddler on the
Roof‟
Next month will be a social evening in
Watton Christian Community Centre
starting at 730 pm For information about
the WI as always the number to ring is Pat
on 882275 or Barbara on 882595
Who done it
Prayer of the Heart Activities at Watton Methodist Church Comprising Christian Meditation and Bi Monthly Worship For those seeking reflective
prayer mid-week worship with a more reflective and contemporary feel and those who
enjoy exploring their faith by reading spiritual books old and new
This month Christian Meditation in the vestry 2nd and 16th August for further details
ring Joyce 01953 88667
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 16 News
She did it She did it What a brave woman Frances
Packham is jumping out of a plane and being parachuted
safely down to earth by an experienced member of the
parachute team How proud of her I was watching her
come into sight out of the clouds and landing safely on the
ground and still managing to smile to her friends and
family anxiously watching her landing Perhaps it was a
grimace but we were all cheering and toasting her safe
return in champagne supplied by her partner Charles
Frances did this brave deed to do something special for
her 60th Birthday and at the same time to raise funds for
the local Charity Big C in memory of her friend Jim
Scrymgeour I am pleased to say that he knew she was
doing it for big C but when he died before the event he
would have been so touched by her thoughts for him
Sponsorship money is still coming in but to date Frances
has raised around pound1000 There is still time to donate to
Big C and donations can be left at the Wayland
Partnership Office
When Jim Scrymgeour died after losing his battle with
cancer with myself and our two sons Alan and Barrie at
his bedside we were grateful for all the prayers said for
him during his illness which I am sure kept him free from
pain right to the end As a family we were completely
overwhelmed by the cards (over 200) letters and flowers
sent to us with the messages that he was regarded as a
friendly funny person and always the gentleman At his
funeral there wasnt a seat to be had in the church He
would have been as overwhelmed as we were and I thank
everyone who took the time to come and pay their
respects The total sent by the undertakers to Big C was
pound81225
I have lots of thanks to make to the Doctors and nurses at
the Colney Centre to Dr Muller and Dr Kim the trainee
who were wonderful to Rosie from McMillan nurses to
the district nurses at Watton who were so supportive to
both of us who made him very comfortable and never
complained about his attitude to taking medication I have
to thank all our friends who were there for us and for me
since Jim has gone To the love and support I have felt
from my lovely customers at Top to Toe and a
very special thank you to my staff Alan
Gosia Kay and Rosemary who held
everything together running the shop in my
absence
To my brother and my brother in law for their
love lastly to God for giving me two
wonderful sons Alan and Barrie who with
their partners have been there for me as I
mourn the loss of my husband of 42 Years
He lived for those he loved And those he
loved remembered Marilyn Scrymgeour
HJC Ltd Motor Engineers
Servicing amp MOT preparation to all makes of
modern cars amp light commercials
Tyres Exhausts amp Batteries supplied and fitted
Courtesy cars available
Ask for Steve at 5 Linmore Court Threxton Rd
Industrial Estate Watton
Tel 01953 889924
Howlett - Rook
The wedding took place at Dereham Registry Office on the 11 th June of Mr
Wayne Howlett son of Barbara and Bryan Howlett of Holden Close
Oulton Broad and Miss Emma Rook daughter of Cathy and Colin Rook of
Hunters Oak Watton
The Bride was given away by her father and wore a Baby Pink dress She was
attended by Josie Mel Becky Summer and sisters Hollie and Debbie were
present The Best Man was Mr Reece Howlett and Kev and Rob were Ushers
The couple honeymooned for short break in London which will be followed
by a family holiday to Disney World in Florida at Christmas
What a star she is
Low Maintenance Gardens
Designed amp Built
LANDSCAPE GARDENING Tim Luxton Established 1973
Patios ~ Paths ~ Fencing ~ Shingle Drives Seeding ~ Turfing Etc
Photos and References always available For a Quality Job amp Free Quote
Phone Tim Luxton on 01603 880184 wwwtimluxtonlandscapingcouk
The Wayland Show The Annual Wayland Show will be held on
Sunday 1st August just outside Watton on the
Brandon Road Last year‟s show was
acclaimed in the press and by many as the
best ever with fantastic weather record
attendance and more exhibitors competitors
and attractions than before It raised a total of
pound7150 for local charities
Among other things featuring in the Grand
Ring this year will be Jive Pony This unique
show has the lot with vaulting dancing
acting costume changes and amazing riding
skills Other very popular attractions are the
Bob Hogg Sheepdog Display West Norfolk
Foxhounds Trinity Foot Beagles and not
forgetting Cyril the Squirrel Racing Terriers
and Mid Norfolk Gundogs
New for 2010 is the Lifestyle Marquee and
planned attractions are a fashion show
cookery demos floral displays hair and
beauty exhibitions and a stunning dance
performance with the chance to relax and take
it all in while enjoying afternoon tea
Our livestock classes are well attended and of
a very high standard and with in-hand and
ridden classes the show is a chance to see
some of our best local Show Horses This year
we also welcome retrained Racehorses and
Working Hunters for the first time We are
also running clear round show jumping
The Wayland Agricultural Society Young
Achiever of the Year 2010 award recognises
outstanding dedication and contribution to
agriculture horticulture wildlife or any other
rural related sector or industry Entrants must
be under 21 years of age and the winner will
be announced prior to the Show and presented
with their award on the day The award is
sponsored by Weco Engineering of Watton
Radio Norfolk and Wayland Radio will be
broadcasting from the showground during the
day The organising Committee also recently
presented a cheque for pound1094100 to The
Nelsons Journey Charity from funds raised at
their annual Dinner Dance Nelsons Journey is
a Norwich based charity which supports
bereaved children and young people under the
age of 18yrs living in Norfolk
As mentioned in last month‟s edition
of the Mid-Norfolk Times Wayland
House in Watton High Street home of
the Wayland Partnership offers a wide
range of services and support to the
Wayland community as a whole We
are constantly striving to increase the
range of services but recognise that it
is vital that the community is made
aware of these services
Firstly we have an ldquoopen doorrdquo policy
and anyone is welcome to drop by to
find out what we offer This can range
from bus pass applications
appointments with the Registrar the
Wayland Community Bank to
exhibitions and events throughout the
year We also submit articles to the
Times and regularly have a slot on
Wayland Radio
However as the local population
grows we want to ensure that
newcomers are included and made
aware of the information and support
they can get from Wayland House For
those with access to the internet you
might be interested in knowing that the
Partnership now has three websites
covering all the areas and activities we
are involved inThe current Partnership
site is wwwwaylandorguk but this is
currently being updated and the new
site will be launched soon Try
wwwthewaylanddragonflygalleryco
uk where you will find current and
forthcoming exhibitions examples of
local artists work for sale within the
Gallery shop
Finally for the business community
we have waylandbusinesscentrecouk
which contains a wealth of valuable
information and links to additional
information We also issue regular
Email Information Bulletins to some
400 local businesses and if you don‟t
already receive them let us know and
we will add you to the database (see
contact details below) Also have a
look at
waylandbusinesscentreblogspotcom
which provides your business with a
chance to share your expertise and
knowledge with a larger audience It
gives you a valuable opportunity to
network and is particularly useful for
sole traders and those who work from
home
You can see us at the Wayland Show
on 1st August where we will be
sharing a stand with the Wayland
Community Bank If you are there
please drop by and see us
We will be submitting regular news
and information to the Times as it
gives us good coverage and is
delivered widely in the area However
for more information on the services
and facilities available from Wayland
House and the Wayland Business
Centre call in to our reception phone
us on 01953 880204 or mail to
iainwaylandorguk
News from the Wayland Partnership
Picture Breckland Photographic
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 17
COUGHTREY BDK Ltd
01953 881243
Unit 2 Coughtrey Industrial Estate
Church Road Griston IP25 6QB
Fitted Kitchens
Bathrooms
Internal Doors
Free Quotations amp
Full Planning Service
Massage Treatments
Swedish Massage and Hot Stone Massage
Appointments available at
BROOM HALL Country Hotel
Saham Toney Your Local Three Star Hotel
Telephone 01953 882125 wwwbroomhallhotelcouk
Holme Hale Pavilion
Summer Fete Saturday 7th August
10am -- 430pm Cake Stall Refreshments Beer
Tent Lots of Childrens games and also for Adults Grand Draw BBQ
(local butcher) Rescue Greyhounds
Institute Advanced Motorists Bouncy Castle also ladies have
your nails amp toenails painted and much much more
All welcome come enjoy
It‟s that time of year again at the
time of writing we are in the middle
of Quilts Three our third annual
exhibition courtesy of the Wayland
Partnership in the Dragonfly Gallery
at Wayland House It gives an
opportunity for others to see exactly
what we do hack tack and stuff With
a name like that we are obviously not
bdquojust another sewing group‟ This
year we were worried about having
enough work to exhibit and then had
far more than we could show The
exhibition opened at 10 o‟clock on
Saturday the 10th July continuing
until the 17th Half way through the
week over one hundred and fifty
visitors had been counted Work on
show included not only quilts of all
sizes but also fabric boxes cushions
bags toys and other examples of the
members‟ crafts made for personal
use and as gifts There were examples
of the Heart cushions given to people
who have had surgery for breast
cancer and quilts for ill
and traumatised
children and teenagers
distributed through the
Norfolk branch of
ProjectLinus There was
a raffle donations box
and articles for sale
Proceeds will go
towards materials for
items for these charities
There will be more
details in the next
edition
Meanwhile meetings
and demonstrations
continued normally including an
excellent example of the latter
featuring a variety of borders by
two clever ladies This was so well
organised that members were
provided with pieces of pre-cut
fabrics so there was no excuse for
not bdquohaving a go‟ We are all fired
with enthusiasm and likely to put
borders on everything I suggest
partners check their shirts and
trousers
The group does not meet in August
but will be back on Tuesday the
14th September at 7 pm in the
Watton Christian Community
Centre for the beginning of another
session meanwhile members and
non-members can check our Blog
at httphtsqgroupblogspotcom
to see what is happening over the
next few months This features a
calendar which has details up until
the end of the year It is also
updated very regularly If you are
not online phone Sue Hart on
01362 822536
Hackers Tackers and Stuffers
Last year Alan Smiths Birthday
present from his daughter and son in
law (Kerry and Chris Varley) was a
book written about some mature men
walking the coast2coast It was so
inspiring and amusing to read that
soon several other people including
his wife (Gill) and 2 close friends
(Tim and Carol Suthers) had also
been inspired and enjoyed the read
All 6 of us enjoy our walks and
encouraged by the two youngest
(Chris amp Kerry) who have done this
before they decided to take up the
challenge From St Bees on the west
coast to Robin‟s Hood Bay on the
east coast some 192 miles in 13 days
will be covered in August this year as
their annual holiday Whilst doing
this they have been encouraged by a
few people to make it an event to
raise money for charity
They thought it would be nice to
support a local charity in East Anglia
and have chosen the East Anglian Air
Ambulance Registered Charity
1083876 They are a 365 day-a-year life-
saving service across Bedfordshire
Cambridgeshire Peterborough Norfolk
and Suffolk The charity is independent
of government and National Lottery
funding and is entirely dependent on
fund-raising and contributions To keep
its two air ambulances flying and to
provide the advanced medical
equipment they carry over pound3 million
per year has to be raised The group
thought it would be good to offer their
support to the EAAA in making this
walk not just their holiday and
challenge but also an event to raise
some cash to help them in their work
Gill also contacted the organisation to
see if they could visit and see first-hand
one of the helicopters and the staff of
EAAA who offer such a valuable and
life-saving service
On average the EAAA are called to
four incidents every day life
threatening situations such as road
traffic accidents incidents involving
people in inaccessible places and
cardiac arrests Because of the
advanced skills drugs and equipment
found on board and being able to
access places impossible for a land
ambulance the EAAA can make the
difference
Will you help us to help them in their
work To make a donation and offer
your support you can visit httpwwwjustgivingcomcoast2coastthevarleyssuthersandsmiths
Birthday Day Present Inspires 3 Couples to take up a Challenge
From left to right Chris Varley Alan Smith Gill Smith
Kerry Varley Carol Suthers and Tim Suthers
At Wayland Scout Group we
started the month with a Family
Day the Cubs and Scouts cooked
lunch for over 50 people to
celebrate our first AGM Parents
siblings Leaders and the District
Commissioner John Sweeney
were treated to dips and cruditeacutes
Southern Fried Chicken rice and
beans and salads followed by
apple pie and custard
All the young people did a fantastic
job creating a delicious meal made
even better by the wonderful weather
Following a cricket match we were
joined by Rev Geoff Garrett from St
May‟s Church who dedicated our
new flags for us
The afternoon was finished in fine
style with a wonderful array of
homemade cakes and a cup of tea
The Leaders would like to pass on
their thanks to everyone for their
wonderful support and help
The Cubs recently enjoyed a craft
night creating robots form junk
including turning one Cub into an
android by creating an amazing
costume for him
This term the Scouts have been
working towards their Global
Challenge including looking at
different traditions around the
world As it is nearly the end of
term they had plenty of fun
making a traditional Fez with
maybe a nod to Doctor Who who
has recently made the hats cool
The Scout Troop has also been
challenged by the local Rotarians to
have a camp using only a Shelter Box
tent and the emergency equipment
provided in the box Of course they
have accepted the challenge and will
be holding this
camp in mid-
August Our aim
is to be
sponsored so we
can raise enough
money be able
to buy a Shelter
Box for the
charity If you
would like to
sponsor us
please contact
Theresa Cutts on 01953 884243
or email
waylandscoutsgooglemailcom for
more information
At a recent event hosted by the
County Commissioner Richard
Butler the Leaders were also
presented with certificates to
congratulate them on opening a
successful Cub Pack Scout Troop
and building a Leadership team
We are also looking forward to a
4 day activity camp in August
with the rest of South West
Norfolk District If you are
interested in finding out more
about Scouting in Watton please
email us on the address above
AGM Androids and Fezs
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 18 News
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Visit our Social Club - Bar open every Wednesday and Friday from
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The bdquoAttleborough Players‟ amateur
dramatic society has been entertaining
people in the locality for more than 35
years with shows pantomimes plays
concerts and we are currently
rehearsing a musical play to feature a
group of our very talented younger
members to be staged in October
Since present day legislation has strict
demands for separate changing
facilities for adults and youngsters we
now have an additional burden on our
already strained finances
The society is a registered charity and
finances have been maintained at a
respectable level by staging shows
and our popular bdquoFish bdquon‟ Quiz‟
evenings on a regular basis hopefully
we will be presenting another quiz in
November Ticket prices have been
kept at a very competitive pound5 for most
of our shows takings which go
mostly towards running costs the rest
into a dwindling bank account In
these days of drastic belt tightening
we prefer to keep the cost of tickets
low to benefit our audiences This
means of course that our pool of
monetary assets has developed a
steady leak
We are looking for any business or
individual willing to sponsor us
Sponsorship would guarantee
programme and poster advertising to a
negotiable degree while private
individuals would benefit by free
tickets to any of our events of their
choice
Any business or private individual
willing to help us in this way please
contact our treasurer Anne
Greenwood ndash Tel 01953 455022
With our ever increasing membership
particularly of teenagers we think the
bdquoAttleborough Players‟ is a
worthwhile concern to keep running
on an even keel We hope you do too
The Players need your help
Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles By popular request the PHIL
BROOKPETE OXBOROUGH
JAZZ QUARTET are returning to
St Margarets church Breckles on
FRIDAY 17th SEPTEMBER at 730
pm The Quartet also features Ivars
Galenieks bass and Bob Dore
drums Tickets are pound1250 to
include refreshments and can be
obtained from Margaret Morfoot
Telehone 01953 498286 There will
be a beer and wine bar from 7 pm
This is a very popular evening All
proceeds for the upkeep of St
Margarets Church Breckles
Breckles is on the B1111 4 miles
north of the A11B1111 junction
Watton Ballroom Dancing Association
Queenrsquos Hall Watton 8pm till 11pm
Admission pound350
Saturday August 7th Mike 01953 882799
Wayland High School Students‟ British Science Association CREST Award
Twelve Year 9 students at
Wayland High School have
received the British Science
Association‟s CREST award for
designing and producing industry
standard batik artwork bags It is
the first time that the school has
entered the CREST awards
facilitated by The Exchange
(Norfolk Education Business
Partnership) who provided a small
bursary to support the batik
project Photograph of the students
with Batik bags and certificates
attached
Jan Cockburn from The Exchange
who visited the school to present
the awards at a Year 9 assembly
said Congratulations to the
students who carried out the batik
project You have shown great
enthusiasm for the subject and
fully deserve the national
recognition provided by a British
Science Association CREST
award
Val Wenham teacher and batik
artist who led the project said
The students learned the full batik
process including use of wax and
dyes initially experimenting on
paper before developing their
designs for the bags They created
designs that could be reproduced
on an industrial basis and studied
the technological and commercial
side of working in batik
Sadly one of the awards was
presented posthumously Alastair
Codling who also took part in the
batik project received his twin
sister Claire‟s award Claire
passed away earlier this year
For more information about the
work of The Exchange see
wwwnorfolk-exchangeorguk or
tel 01953 601439
For more information about British
Science Association CREST
Awards see
wwwbritishscienceassociationorg
webccafCREST
Pictured left to right are - Back Ellis Stone Harrison Cutts Sophie Shaw Ben Rees Martha Watts Stephanie
Parker Lauren Symons Megan Kennedy Front Alistair Codling Cameron Goldie Sam Beckwith
Our meeting in July had a
slightly different format to the
usual system We held a coffee
and chat event and we accepted a
cheque on behalf of Diabetes
UK for pound1136 presented by the
former chairman of Breckland
District Council
John Rogers The chairman of
our group Ron Thompson
accepted the cheque and said that
the money would be used by
Diabetes UK to help to fund
holidays for children with
Diabetes Councillor John
Rogers was warmly thanked
(Please see separate article for
picture page 14)
At our next meeting on August
9th two of our members will be
talking about the work they do
with the Retired Greyhound
Trust They are going to be
bringing a couple of their four
legged friends too John and Rod
will be suitably tethered to stop
them straying around the tables
and getting in the dogs way
The meeting starts at 1015am at
the Pentecostal Church Watton
(whom we thank for the use of
their facilities) all welcome For
further details about the group or
any of the meetings please
phone Helen 01953 884713 and
leave a message and I will get
back to you as soon as I can
We are have a special meeting on
the 13th September when we are
very fortunate to have as our
speaker Richard Lane OBE
President of Diabetes UK Some of
our members met Richard for the
first time last year and were very
taken by him and his frankness and
honesty about his Diabetes and
what has happened to him He is a
very interesting man and we are
very lucky he is available to come
and speak to us
We will be providing a light buffet
lunch for this meeting at a cost of pound5
per head and we would be pleased to
invite you to join us Because we
need to know numbers for the
catering arrangements please could
you phone David 01362 696781
before August 9th if you would like
to attend this special meeting
Watton amp District Group - Diabetes UK
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News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 19
Poet‟s Place Poet‟s Place is open once more to all readers to
submit their own work for publication All
contributions are welcome and will be printed
unedited for reader‟s enjoyment
A GOOD DEAL
When I‟m watching the birds in our garden
Little lambs that gambol in fields
I thank God I have such perception
This is what I would call a good deal
A small child with a smile that is wistful and shy
And a look to melt hearts made of steel
With a grasp of tiny soft fingers
Makes me realise what a good deal
Our cat usually independent and strong
Purrs around at my feet rubs my heel
I know it‟s because he wants feeding
He knows he is on a good deal
When dining out at a pub or cafeacute
I go where they serve a fine meal
With the atmosphere right and excellent food
Best of all I will get a good deal
Shopping in town for my clothing
Can be such a blinking ordeal
I go and intend not to overspend
And resolve I will get a good deal
Deciding on presents for Christmas
Then doing my best to conceal
The parcels I‟ve bought for each person
It‟s fine to receive a good deal
The flowers that grow in my garden
I planted in Spring with such zeal
Are now blooming so bright with such colours
I can see I have got a good deal
When I meet with my friends for a bridge game
My excitement I try to conceal
When the cards that I hold help me win lots of points
It‟s because I‟ve been dealt a good deal
Edith Pleasance copy 290906
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And get your copy of the Mid-Norfolk Times at these businesses
Great Ellingham Village Stores amp PO
Long St Gt Ellingham 01953 452 155
Post Office Fresh Bread amp Milk Daily
Rocklands Post Office amp Stores
The Street Rocklands 01953 483 217
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Quick Stop Church Street Attleborough
01953 458 036 Italian Wines 2 for pound5 Wide range
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Old Buckenham Stores The Green Old Buckenham
01953 860210 If you purchase goods from the shop costing over pound50 (excluding the post office cigarettes lottery and Paypoint) in one transaction then you will be entitled to claim a bottle of Italian wine (worth pound5)
Lovells Post Office amp Stores
Market Place New Buckenham
01953 860 351
Village Stores Market Street East Harling
01953 718115 A wide range of products in stock
Anne and Kevin Ledgard
Londis News Extra
High Street Attleborough (Opposite Sainsburys)
01953 453 257 Newspapers amp magazines
Wide range of confectionery tobacconist Wide range of Wines Beers and Spirits
Londis Banham 01953 887320
Your Local Village Supermarket
Watton University of the Third Age (U3A) Forty eight members enjoyed the tour
of North Norfolk by train and coach
A superb cream tea at Bircham
Windmill rounded off the tour in style
The next trip is a tour of the Fens with
a professional guide on Friday 17th
September The booking list is now
open contact Ron on 01953 889951
The Croquet Group is now playing at
the Watton Sports Centre on a
Tuesday afternoon New players
would be most welcome including
visitors (potential new members) For
playing times contact Margaret on
01953 882136 Alan Bickers is the
new Leader of the Pub Lunch Group
who will have their first meeting on
Thursday 12th August
Next venue for the Garden Visits
Group is Dunbheagan House near
Dereham with music in the afternoon
and teas in aid of the St Johns
Ambulance Meet at 130pm in the
Queens Hall car park Transport can
be arranged Contact Susan on 01953
881373
The next monthly meeting is on
Thursday 26th August when the
speaker will be Barbara Miller with
ldquoNorwich over the Waterrdquo
The Membership Secretary can be
contacted on 01953 885358 For
further information on the National
U3A go to wwwu3aorg
On Thursday 24th June the
announcement was made in London of
the winner of this year‟s Carnegie
medal That prize has been awarded by
children‟s librarians almost every year
since 1936 for an outstanding book for
children and young people Since 23rd
April when the short-list was
announced 50000 children in schools
all over Britain have been reading the
eight novels - nearly 3000 pages of
high quality fiction Thirty of those
very dedicated readers met on the same
day in Attleborough High School
Library to spend two hours in lively
debate with their guests from Old
Buckenham High School sustained by
strawberries cheese straws and home-
made cakes
The event organised by the school‟s
librarian Helen Gage greatly engaged
the students and staff and much heated
argument about which was the best of
the books on the list ensued The group
voted for their own choice of winner
took lots of photographs and then at
the time stipulated by the Carnegie‟s
national organisers opened the
envelope containing the name of the
winning title Neil Gaiman‟s bdquoThe graveyard book‟ Of the gathering in Attleborough High School‟s
library student Ellie Halls (pictured above) was the only one who had firmly backed that choice In
November the long-list for next year‟s award will be published ndash and the whole wonderful process
will begin again We can‟t wait
Carnegie medal celebration the Attleborough High School big debate
Wayland Happy Circle Our July meeting was a social afternoon with a Beetle Drive followed by a Strawberry Tea Shirley
welcomed 25 members and 1 visitor and seven birthday cards were distributed Our former President
is making good progress and we hope to see her back amongst us soon
Shirley organised the Beetle Drive the first session being won by Molly and Maureen and the second
by Jenny Two of members Margaret and Jenny had prepared the strawberries and cream and these
were enjoyed by all with shortbread and a cuppa The usual raffle was held to close the afternoon
25 members and guests will be going on the outing in July and tea will be taken at Elveden Visitor
Centre followed by a tour of the Stanta Training Area
Our next meeting will be on 3rd August when Tina Cruz will talk to us about Portuguese cooking
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 20 News
July 1st ndash The day that Rotary
Clubs all over the world install their
new presidents And this year
Watton was no exception Outgoing
president Richard Akister handed
over to new president Doctor Mike
Harvey (see pic) Health problems
caused Mike to take early
retirement as a general practitioner
and having come to Norfolk and
settled in Shipdham some 5 years
ago he was introduced to the
Watton Rotary Club and thought it
would be a good platform and outlet
for his considerable energy and
skill He was an instigator of the
Watton Club‟s very
successful fundraising
drive in support of the
bdquoBalloons for Hearts‟
initiative in 20078 With
the help of 2 other Rotary
Clubs pound5300 was raised
and a giant cheque was
presented to the campaign
coordinator We hear that
the cheque is still on
display in the cardiac
reception area at the
NNUH Mike intends to
continue his ministry of the
Watton Club with a
medical flavour
As a prelude to the presidential
handover in both clubs Watton
Inner Wheel and Rotary Clubs
joined forces and held a most
successful bdquoround the houses‟ or
bdquosafari‟ supper Changing sets of 3
or 4 couples rotate around each of
several members‟ houses for the
various courses of an evening meal
with everyone landing up at the
President‟s house for the final
course and a bit of party time
Following our visit to New South
Wales Australia last year the
Watton Club is hosting the first part
of the return Rotary international
friendship exchange in September
Eight couples from various places
in NSW are expected they will stay
with Watton members for a few
days before moving on to be hosted
by Rotarians of various other
Rotary clubs throughout Norfolk
and Suffolk More about this next
month Martin Anscombe
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During a debate about jobs and
unemployment on July 7th I made my
maiden speech in the House of Commons
I have focussed my column this month on
the content and inspirations for the speech
in which I set out why I am so passionate
about representing our area
Maiden speeches have a long tradition in
the Commons and new MPs usually
don‟t involve themselves in debates in the
House until they have made theirs
Maidens give new MPs a chance to talk
about their constituency and to outline
some of the issues they aim to work on
I focused my speech on three key
themes the need for a more local
approach to jobs and housing how the
politically correct bdquorights‟ culture
ignores traditional values and the need
for a better politics
The Rural Way of Life
Living and running a business locally I
know how life in rural England has been
overlooked I know how our traditional
values are too often denigrated and how
Norfolk has become increasingly
marginalised
ldquoTackling that sense of marginalisation
in order to unlock the talents and
aspirations of its people are the
central theme of my work as [an] MP
The people of Mid Norfolk feel
marginalised by the decision-making
process and too often forced to change
in ways that they have neither chosen
nor like The small local voluntary and
rural is all too often crowded out by the
big national professional and urban
[R]ural Britain has been especially
hard hit by unemployment during this
recession and my constituency has
pockets of rural deprivation which are
often hidden Pensioner poverty can
be especially invisible
ldquoPost offices pubs and village shops
close while more and more people are
forced to commute increasing distances
from the mass housing estates that have
been forced on our market towns and
councilsrdquo
ldquoThe people of Mid Norfolk sent me
here to speak up for them so I shall
[They] have found themselves
increasingly powerless in the face of a
tidal wave of legislation and big
government from Europe Whitehall
and unaccountable regional quangos
Many worry that our culture has been
hijacked by an increasingly intolerant
politically correct anything goes
multiculturalism which seems to have
too little respect for the longer
traditions of tolerance personal
freedom and responsibility embedded in
our traditional heritage By pumping
the bellows of local empowerment I
believe that we can reignite the embers
of a culture which can and should be
allowed to coexist with metropolitan
Britain to mutual benefitrdquo
Economic opportunities
Having run my ldquoNorfolk Wayrdquo campaign
for over three years I know how urgently
we need new jobs and opportunities in
Mid Norfolk Average wages here are low
and I wanted to focus on how we can
reignite our economy and strengthen local
communities and services
ldquoIn my three-year candidacy I insisted
on another way we call it the Norfolk
way a vision of a vibrant rural society
based on a renaissance of rural
enterprise smaller pockets of mixed
housing spread more fairly and
sustainably fast-growing small
businesses and jobs back in our villages
and towns less commuting a richer
mix of ages and blue and white-collar
jobs in active communities
ldquoSome may ask Where are those new
jobs and businesses to come from Let
me tell the House Situated between
Norwich and Cambridge are two of the
worlds leading centres of scientific
research and innovation in food
biomedicine and the clean
technologies all of which are so vital
to the global challenges that we face
Mid Norfolk is perfectly positioned to
become a hub of entrepreneurial
activity and new jobs With the world-
leading John Innes centre the Institute
of Food Research world-class
agriculture and high-tech engineering
along the A11 corridor we can lead
those new economic sectors on which
we will increasingly dependrdquo
ldquoAs someone who came to politics after
a 15-year career in creating new
technology businesses I hope to be able
to put my experience to good use in that
area However that revolution cannot
happen without two essential things
new models of investment in
infrastructure including the A11 rural
broadband and rail links and some
local leadershiprdquo
Giving People Responsibility
I believe in giving local communities
power Residents in a village know the
problems they have and usually know
how to solve them better than somebody
in an office miles away During my
speech I called for a new approach
ldquoThe stale post-war model of statist
centralisation and dependence on the
Whitehall handout has failed Norfolk
Rural Britain is the repository of
some important virtues that our modern
culture has neglected a deep belief in
self-help and responsibility an
insistence that everybody in a
community has a role and the rejection
of a shallow media cultures obsession
with celebrity and a love of the small
the different and the local These are
qualities that are deeply rooted in the
English character
ldquoAt the heart of this manifesto is a big
idea that citizenship is forged
through the empowering act of the
state granting responsibility to its
citizens That is the central idea which
has brought me into politics as a
Conservative and which I am delighted
is once again the idea at the heart of
modern Conservatism and this
coalitionrdquo
It was an honour to make my maiden on
behalf of the people of Mid Norfolk and
if you would like a full transcript of the
speech please email
Georgefreemanmpparliamentuk or
watch the video of the speech on my
website wwwgeorgefreemancouk
The Westminster View
George Freeman is the Conservative MP
for Mid-Norfolk The object of this
column is to help readers stay in touch
with their MP - it is not intended as a
reflection of the political views of anyone
associated with the Mid Norfolk Times
Watton Rotary Roundup
People for Animal Care Trust
(PACT) and Caine Lloyd of
Lloyd Engineering in Watton are
organising an adventure to climb
Mount Kilimanjaro in spring
2011 The intention is to raise
funds for PACT through
sponsorship and to have some fun
doing so
My name is Geoff Bell and I am
one of the people who are taking
part in this Challenge I have the
funds for my part in this challenge
but I fell it would be good to raise
funds for PACT as well
Through the Kili Challenge
PACT will receive funding to
build much needed additional
kennels to house the regular
influx of animals they have
PACT is based in Woodrising
and work hard to ensure the
welfare of animals in Norfolk
PACT‟s web-site is
wwwpactsanctuaryorg and more
information about them can be
obtained from there With your
kind help it would be a great
honour and privilege to extend
my support for PACT by taking
part in this challenge and to be of
help and support to one of the
loves in my life
If you would like to sponsor me
to take part in this challenge and
raise much needed funding for
PACT then please contact me
through Facebook or ring me on
01953-882925 For more
information you can ring PACT
on 01362 820775 or Caine on
01953 881255 I will also be
holding three public collection
days for this outside the Co-op in
Watton on the 18th August 15th
September and 13th October
Thank you for your support
The Kili Challenge in aid of PACT
Picture Supplied
Church Times and Puzzle
Watton Churches Together Service Calendar for August 2010
St Maryrsquos Church Watton 1st 3rd amp 4th Wednesday at 930am Holy Communion
2nd Wednesday Morning Worship Church Office opens Tues
Wed amp Thurs 9am-1pm Tel 01953 881252
margaretchurchadmfreeservecouk wwwstmaryswattonorg
Sun 1st 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
530pm Choral Evensong
Sun 8th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
Sun 15th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Sun 22nd 800am Holy Communion
1000am All Age Worship
12 noon Holy Baptism
630pm Praise and Worship with Shine
Sun 29th 800am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Watton Methodist Church Every Wednesday the Church is open for quiet reflection and
prayer between 1000am amp 1200noon
Itrsquos your quiet place At 1030 there is a half-hour Midweek
Service in the Large Vestry led by the Minister or a Church
Member wwwwattonmethodistbtikcom
Sun 1st 1045am Rev Barbara Winner Holy Communion
630pm Rev Brian Eagle
Sun 8th 1045am Mr Richard Hompstead
630pm Mrs Janet Roebuck
Sun 15th 1045am Mrs Sonia Mann
630pm Mr Brian Lawrence
Sun 22nd 1045am Mrs Elsie Warby
630pm Revd Barbara Winner Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1100am Section Service at Saham Hills
Mr John Winner
630pm Rev Brian Eagle Holy Communion
Roman Catholic Community Each Sat 530pm Mass at Watton Methodist Church
Pentecostal Church Dereham Road Watton There is a Noahs Ark Sunday and Kings Kids for children
during the Sunday morning services
Sun 1st 1030am Morning Service with guest speakers
Christian amp Ann Fernandez from La Rochelle France
Sun 8th 1030am Family Service amp Doughnuts
600pm Prayer amp Praise with guest speaker
Dama Safari from Shalom Africa
Sun 15th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Freed from your past‟
Sun 22nd 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Made in God‟s image‟
600pm Prayer and Praise
Sun 29th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoChanged by love‟
St Nicholasrsquo Church Ashill Tuesdays 1000am Said Holy Communion
Sun 1st 930am Lay Led Morning Worship
Sun 8th 930am Morning Worship
Sun 15th 930am All Age Worship
Sun 22nd 930am Holy Communion
St Georgersquos Church Saham Toney Sun 1st 1030am Benefice Service of Holy Communion
Sun 8th 1100am Morning Worship and Holy Baptism
Sun 15th 1100am Pet Service
1230pm Holy Baptism
Sun 22nd 1100am Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1030am Group Service of Holy Communion
SS Peter amp Paulrsquos Church Carbrooke Sun 8th 1030am All Age Worship
Sun 15th 1030am Holy Communion
Sun 22nd 1030am Lay Led Morning Worship
1230pm Holy Baptism
St John the Evangelist Church Ovington Thursdays 800am Said Holy Communion
Sun 8th 12 noon Pet Service
Sun 22nd 930am Lay Led All Age Worship
Breckles Caston Great Hockham Griston Merton Stow Bedon
Thompson
Worship Calendar August 2010
Sunday 1st August
1030 am United Holy Communion Thompson
Sunday 8TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Breckles
(Patronal Festival)
Sunday 15TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Gt Hockham
1030 am United Holy Communion Caston
Sunday 22ND August 900 am Holy Communion (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Gt Hockham
Sunday 29TH August
1030 am United Holy Communion Griston
Sunday 5TH September
1030 am United Holy Communion Stow Bedon
Our Pram Service Sunday Club amp WAY youth group
will resume in September
Enquiries The Revd Bob Nichols Tel (01953) 483222
Email revbobnicholsgmailcom
All Saints Church Threxton Sunday 1st August at 10 am
Scribble Pad
Across 7 One looking for riches (76) 8 Something to keep the claws in shape (8) 9 An assistant would be an idea (4) 10 Snap a biscuit for Christmas (7) 12 This clue might lead you the wrong way (5) 14 Fused fuse (5) 16 Feminine pronoun (7) 19 A phaser setting used by Captain Kirk (4) 20 A reserve supply to be drawn on (8) 22 but loose (553)
Down 1 A bright star from Avon (4) 2 Slopey writing (6) 3 infield pagan (7) 4 as chips said the chick (5) 5 Inherited (6) 6 Use this to change names (44) 11 Compared to a relation (8) 13 Earth shaking (7) 15 Of the coldest season (6) 17 How warm snow goes (6) 18 The sound of teddy bears (5) 21 Burn to charcoal (4)
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Would you like to win a pound10 Voucher to spend Simply complete
the crossword on the right and drop it in to The Wayland News bin
at (or post it to) Adcocks 32 High Street Watton Norfolk IP25
6AE before the paper deadline All correct entries will be put into a
draw and the winner will receive a pound10 voucher to spend In the
event of any dispute the decision of the Editor will be final The
clues are a mix of cryptic and easy with one or two anagrams
thrown in just to make it more interesting
The correct solution will be published in the next issue
Last Month‟s Puzzle The winner of last month‟s pound10 prize was Mrs S Dockray of
Nelson Court Watton Well done Mrs Dockray
Thought for the month By Rev Barbara Winner Methodist Church Well the World Cup was disappointing for some of us and so
was Wimbledon There doesn‟t seem much to celebrate Or is
there
There was once a speaker who started off one of his talks by
showing everyone in the audience a pound50 note It was a crisp
new note He asked the room full of people who would like
the pound50 and it was no surprise that most hands went up He
then proceeded to crumple the note up in his hand and then
asked who still wanted it The hands stayed up Next he
dropped the note on the ground and started to grind the note
with his shoe When he picked it up it was dirty and
crumpled When he asked who still wanted it the hands stayed
up Well of course they did ndash just because it was crumpled
and dirty didn‟t prevent it being worth the pound50 just as it had
been in the beginning when he started his talk The note was
still of value ndash the value hadn‟t changed
We are in a time of change and cuts and we don‟t quite know
what‟s coming next But whatever cuts and changes come
however much we feel the effects our value as people has not
changed Life throws all sorts of things at us and we can end
up feeling crumpled and trodden on In God‟s eyes we are
loved and precious ndash valuable And no amount of cuts
changes and troubles will change this God‟s love for us is a
pure gift ndash it is not subject to cuts and change We read in the
Bible that God so loved the world that he gave his son that we
might have life And what‟s more it is a gift freely given
Now that really is worth celebrating
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 22 News
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Has Your PC Slipped a Disc Netted a virus Mouse trapped and
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For all manner of computer repairs and support
Call Julian Horn on 01953 881885 ldquoSilver Surferrdquo support a speciality
SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEAS Hosted by St Maryrsquos Church in August
Sunday 15th August Christian Community Centre 230pm until 4pm All
welcome - please come along and bring family and friends
Watton United FC have begun
preparing for life in Anglian
Combination Division 1 by
appointing ex - Diss and Watton
player Paul Nicholls to assist with
training and match days whilst he
awaits his return to football from a
serious injury Manager Vince
Harwood has welcomed his return
to the club in a coaching capacity
and hopes his experience at a
higher level will improve the
young players currently at the club
Further changes behind the scenes
include the appointment of Ian
Hunt and Christian Hayward to
assist with running the reserve
team this season and they are
encouraging any new players to
attend training on Wednesday
nights at Watton Sports Centre
(7pm start)
The club has also arranged a number
of Preseason friendlies for the first
team all at home versus Watton
United 18s Dersingham Rovers
(Friday 6th August) and Thetford
Rovers (Wednesday 11th August)
kicking off at 645pm Their first
league fixture is a local derby away
at Wymondham Town on Tuesday
17th August
The reserves new management
team are looking forward to home
games against Thetford Rovers
Reserves (Wednesday 4th August)
and an unnamed team (Friday 13th
August) before their season starts
on Thursday 19th August away at
Mattishall Reserves All games
Kick off at 645pm
The club also have a number of
advertising opportunities available
this season with programme
adverts and advertising boards at
the ground all priced at pound50 for the
season Anyone interested should
contact Paul Woods on
07917361762 or email
infowattonunitedfccouk
Getting ready for the new season
For a small very rural bowls club
Ashill has exceeded all expectations
this year Our men reached the
quarterfinals of the Bales Cup and
Peter Bunn Colin Breeze Bob Hall
and Alan Willer reached the same
stage in the Norfolk County Fours The
men also lie 2nd in the Central North
Division just a half point behind
Thetford The ladies section not to be
outdone have also faired very well
Chris Bailey reaching the quarterfinals
of the County Unbadged Singles
before succumbing to an opponent
from Freethorpe she Inga Healy and
Jackie Taylor got to the quarterfinals of
the Coronation Cup and the latter two
and Sheila Malyon reached the semi-
finals of the County Triples before
being beaten by Diss at RG Carters
In the mixed competitions we
overcame Long Stratton Thetford and
Connaught (the latter two on their
home greens) to reach the semi-finals
of the Jermy Cup our opponents being
Freethorpe on Sunday 18th July at the
neutral green of Wymondham and just
recently we won the Coral Cup played
at Watton Bowls Club So far it has
been a very successful and enjoyable
season despite the vagaries of our
uncertain weather
Ashill Bowls Club minnows on a high
The sunny warm and dry weather
has turned parts of the course brown
but has made for some exciting golf
None more so than in the June
monthly medal when David Flack
playing off a handicap of 10 shot a
net 62 In the same competition
Martin Parker achieved a hole in 1
on the par three 12th hole which
made him very happy but led to a
large dent in his bank balance
Recent Stableford competition
winners were Tony Bonner Alan
Blythe Phil Barrall David Wakeford
and David Packard
Recent inter-club match results were
versus Eaton Away lost 2frac12 - 3frac12 V
Royal Cromer away lost 1frac12 - 4frac12 V
Costessey park at home lost 2frac12 -
3frac12 V Gt Yarmouth at home won
5frac12 - frac12
The Seniors Open was held on 1st
July and approx 50 players
representing 14 different clubs
played in a stableford competition It
was an excellent day enjoyed by all
and the winner was George Axten
from Kings Lynn A separate
competition for Richmond Park
members was won by David Adcock
Richmond Park Golf Club Senior Section
On Saturday 21st August at Ashill
rectory Garden there will be a Fun
BBQ from 4pm to 8pm Tickets are
just pound5 for adults and pound250 for
children and include BBQ Salads
and delicious desserts
We hope to raise enough money at
this event to fund another year of
education for children in Uganda
who we have supported for six years
Tickets are available from Ann Bunn
on 01760 440 150
Fun Barbecue for Ugandan Children
The Annual Summer Show will
be held on SATURDAY
AUGUST 7trade This is an
opportunity for residents of
Rocklands and the surrounding
area to exhibit Fruit and
Vegetables Flowers Cookery
Art and Handicrafts and for the
children to show off their skills
in various classes
Entries for the show are
accepted between 9am and
12noon with judging
commencing at 1pm Doors are
open to the public at approx
330pm Show Schedules are
available from Post Office
Stores Rocklands or Margaret
Lister
If you feel you would like to
take part in our Summer Show
and would like more
information contact Margaret
Lister on 01953 483417
Annual Summer Show at Rocklands
Celebrations Celebrations You are all warmly invited to join
us at Choral Evensong at St
Mary‟s Church Watton on
Sunday 1st August at 530pm for
a special service of prayer and
beautiful church music and
afterwards for tea and cake
This is a celebration as our church
choir is one of 67 choirs affiliated
to the Royal School of Church
Music in Norfolk
Do come and enjoy the music and
see for yourselves You may
even want to join us We are
always happy to welcome new
members to the Choir
Goods amp services - warranties Repairs for goods can be expensive and it is very
important that warranties provide adequate
protection Unfortunately Citizens‟ Advice Bureaux
continue to hear about clients whose warranties
have not been honoured Here are some of the cases
dealt with by Bureaux throughout the country
Bishops Waltham reported that a woman had
purchased a buggy for pound150 at Babies R Us in
May 2009 She noticed that the elbow joints were
becoming loose and she believed this was
dangerous as it could pinch a child‟s fingers She
took it back to Babies R Us in January 2010 and
they sent it back to the manufacturer which
returned it and stated that the bolts had been
tightened (despite the fact that the joints were
riveted not bolted) The elbow joints did initially
seem tighter but the problem soon reappeared and
so the client took the buggy back again and
complained Babies R Us refused to replace the
buggy but sent it to their quality assurance
department which stated that the problem was due
to wear and tear She asked to see the manager
and explained that the buggy was within the
warranty period and that she was most unhappy
that her child was in danger every time she used
it The manager walked away and would not
discuss it Other customers came up to her in the
store and said they had had similar experiences
Southend saw a man who had bought a second
hand van for about pound4000 from The Van Centre
He had taken it back to the trader twice within six
weeks of purchasing it because the engine kept
cutting out and the client believed it was not safe
to drive Despite the fact that the van was covered
by warranty The Van Centre refused to rectify
the problems The client was frustrated at having
been sold a faulty van and very annoyed that he
received no help when he returned it He was also
very anxious and worried about the safety of the
vehicle especially as he had two children who
travel with him at times
Sometimes failure to honour a warranty is
compounded by other unfair trading practices such
as pressure to upgrade the faulty goods to a more
expensive version or mis-selling of inappropriate or
unnecessary insurance Ash told us about a client
who had problems with a secondhand vehicle She
had purchased a car with a warranty from a local
dealer using a hire purchase agreement In the first
12 months the car suffered repeated electrical
problems which the dealer was unable to resolve
The offer of a courtesy car was not honoured
resulting in additional expense for the client When
the client refused to drive the car again the dealer
encouraged her to exchange it for a newer model
and refinance The client agreed but the finance was
refused as a result of a poor credit rating The client
was left locked in a finance agreement for a car
which she considered unroadworthy despite the fact
that it was under warranty
Southend saw a woman who had purchased a
treadmill from Argos for pound29999 Four months
later she purchased breakdown insurance for pound44
However when the equipment needed repairing
she was told by Argos that the insurance was not
valid because it was taken out more than 45 days
after purchase She was given a handwritten note
saying that the claim was rejected by the insurer
Allianz Kings for this reason and was told that
she could ask them to refund her premium No
other remedy was offered When the adviser rang
Allianz Kings they were told that the insurance
did not cover the fault because the goods were
within the manufacturers two year warranty
period and a claim should in fact be made on this
Allianz Kings said that this is what Argos had
told them and there was no mention of the issue
of when the insurance was purchased The client
was annoyed at Argos for failing to rectify the
situation and identify who was responsible She
was also frustrated that she had been sold and
had begun to pay for insurance which appeared to
be useless and unnecessary at least for the two
years of the warranty
If you think that you have been similarly affected by
consumer issues and you would like help and advice
then please call in to your local Bureau or you could
also contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or
use their website at wwwconsumerdirectgovuk
Sports News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 23
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Ring Lesley Horn For 1 to 1 beginnerrsquos support in your own home
Friendly patient and knowledgeable help with using your computer to find things on the Internet email your family amp
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Attleborough High in the Beach Volleyball Tournament
Three teams from Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre were
entered into the first Norfolk Beach
volleyball Tournament on Great
Yarmouth central beach This was the first
volleyball competition the school has
entered and there was an air of excitement
after some good practice sessions
Two U16 boys teams from Attleborough
High were entered into the 15 strong
league
Team 1 consisting of Richard Adelugba
Daniel Dean Matthew Brookson and Joe
Whiterod took a while to get use to the
sand losing their first game against Notre
Dame 17-9 Communication and
technique improved dramatically and the
Attleborough team went on to win against
Alderman Peel team 2 (25-9) Great
Yarmouth team 2 (23-11) and Oriel team
3 (20-17) The whole team worked well
together with excellent serving and
committed dives shown by all particularly
Richard saw Attleborough Team 1 sail
through to the play-off
Team 2 from Attleborough High consisted
of Callum Langstaff Jake Horscroft
Matthew Miller and Daniel Thompson
Some excellent combination play between
Callum and Jake saw this team win their
first game against Lynn Grove 19-11
Matthew put in some excellent serves in
the second game and Daniel‟s athletic
dives saw another win against Alderman
Peel team 3 (24-18) This team lost focus a
little towards the end and lost their final
two games against Oriel team 1 and Great
Yarmouth team 3 With two big wins to
start the tournament Attleborough team 2
managed to come 2nd in their group and
go into the play-off‟s
Team 1 played two teams to battle it out
for 1st 2nd and 3rd place Confidence was
boosted with great combinations of dig
set and smash to gain a win over
Alderman Peel team 1 (17-14) Next was
the unbeaten Oriel team 1 who always
took 3 touches to control and set up the
perfect smash was Attleborough found
hard to return
Final score here was 11-8 to Oriel
Attleborough Team 1 finished in 2nd
place out of 15 teams
Team 2 from AHS faced Notre Dame and
Oriel team 3 in their play-off and even
though excellent commitment was shown
to get even the slightest touch on the ball
two defeats left them in 6th place out of 15
One U16 girls team from Attleborough
High was entered consisting of Lauren
Willingham Annalise Gray Holly
Warren Ellie Philpott Sinead
Bollingbroke and Charlotte Ord The
girls team had 2 substitutes and took a
while to get use to the rotation of
positions The first game against
Alderman Peel 1 saw a closely contested
battle with some brilliant smashes from
Lauren but unfortunately the final
whistle blew at 17-16 to the opponents
With great determination and some
excellent set plays coming together from
Anna and Ellie the girls team went to
win three of their final games Caister
(19-16) Alderman Peel 4 (20-16) and
Lynn Grove (34-8)
Three out of four wins saw the
Attleborough High School girls through to
the grand final to play Notre Dame Even
though Sinead served brilliantly
throughout the team lost 48-21 leaving
Attleborough U16 girls to finish 2nd out
of 11 teams
Player from Watton United FC took
a break from the World Cup action
this month to try their hand on the
golf course at their 4th Annual Golf
Tournament on Friday 25th June
An impressive total of 23 x 4 man
teams competed this year The
competition comprised of 18 holes
under stableford rules with prizes
for the individual best score and
team score taking the best two
scores on each hole from each team
This year also saw the presentation
of the RICK NEAVE cup in
memory of Watton United‟s former
manager being awarded to the
highest scoring individual who has
played for Watton United FC and a
new award presented to the person
with the lowest overall round
The club were pleased to see a
number of current club members
taking part together with some
familar faces from the past including
ex Watton United Managers Tony
Shipp Bob Taylor and ex players
Andy Hunt Paul Jarvis Daryl
Woodward Andy Campbell and
Richard Spillman Ollie Applegate
Karl Pitcher all appearing in teams
for the first time
Winners were as follows
BEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE 1st B
Taylor (47 points) 2nd H Waters (46
points) 3rd D Rudling (45 points)gt
BEST TEAM SCORE 1st Team
Spillman (S Spillman R Spillman
D Rudling I Bonser (99 points) 2nd
Team Shipp (T Shipp G Rowlands
K Kitteridge T Lyons (97 points)
3rd Team Wordley (S Wordley R
Bailey P Legrice M Mace (95
points)
RICK NEAVE CUP Bob Taylor (47
Points)
LOWEST GROSS ROUND Paul
Matless (72 shots)
OTHER AWARDS Nearest The Pin
(Hole 3) - Jon Sproston Longest
Drive (Hole 9) - Stuart Livock
Longest Drive (Hole 13) - P Matless
Nearest The Pin (Hole 17) - Phil
Patience Wooden Spoon (Paul
Rayner)
The club would like to again extend
its thanks to thanks Simon Jessop at
Richmond Park Golf Club for
providing excellent hospitality
throughout the day and allowing the
club to put on this much needed
fundraiser each year Details of next
year‟s competition will available in
2011
Pictured are the winning team left to
right S Spillman D Rudling R
Spillman I Bonser
Watton Uniteds 4th Annual Golf Day
ST MARYrsquoS CHURCH WATTON
GRAND FETE amp CAR BOOT SALE
on the field next to St Maryrsquos Church Car Park Saturday 21st August from 900am to 100pm
Raffle ~ Games ~ Cakes ~ Refreshments Car boot places at pound4 per car no need to book Please contact the Parish Office 01953 881252
Picture Supplied
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 24 Sports News
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Arrangements may be discussed in the privacy of your own home
Tel (01760) 440269 (24 hrs) Established over 60 years
FUNERAL DIRECTORS SERVING WATTON amp DISTRICT
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offering a caring traditional amp affordable servicersquo
MID-NORFOLK TIMES The deadline for the September issue will be
12 Noon on the 16th August Page space is allocated strictly on a first come first served basis Deadline is the latest
date and time that copy will be considered for inclusion Arrival of copy before
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If you are submitting on paper you MUST sign and include your contact details
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Street Watton IP25 6AE Or you can leave copy in the bin at Adcocks 32 High
Street Watton
The e-mail address is julianmidnorfolktimescom
All views expressed in the Mid-Norfolk Times are those of the contributors and
not the publishers While every care and effort has been taken to ensure accuracy
the publisher cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions
This issue of the Mid-Norfolk Times was published by Julian Horn 32 High Street Watton IP25 6AE and printed through
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EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 14 News
Two bumper cheques for Chairman Charity
Two bumper cheques for pound1136 have
been presented to Diabetes UK and
Cancer Research UK by Cllr John
Rogers previous Chairman of
Breckland Council
The money was raised through a
variety of fundraising events which
Cllr Rogers has held this year
including an auction and raffle held at
the Chairman‟s reception and Clerk to
Watton Town Council Jacqui Seal
held a garden party and raised pound22000
which she kindly donated to the
Chairman‟s charity
The presentation took place at the
Watton Pentecostal Church on Harvey
Street in Watton during the regular
monthly meeting of the Watton and
District Support Group for Diabetes
The group meet once a month on the
second Monday of very month and
have been meeting for four years
Receiving the cheques were Paul Fleet
area volunteer manager who accepted
on behalf of Cancer Research UK Paul
said ldquoCancer Research UK is the
leading independent funder of cancer
research in Europe We are almost
entirely funded by the public with very
little government funding Without the
generosity and dedication of our
supporters we would not be able to
continue to make progress against
cancer The donation from Cllr Rogers
and Breckland Council is very much
appreciated and will go a long way in
funding our continued work in the fight
against cancer
Ron Thompson accepted the cheque on
behalf of Diabetes UK and said the
funds would be used to fund holidays
for children with diabetes
Ron commented ldquoDiabetes UK has
been organising family weekends and
children‟s holidays for many years We
are very pleased to accept the cheque
on behalf of the Eastern Region for
Diabetes UKrdquo
Cllr Rogers said ldquoI am so pleased to be
able to present these cheques to two
hardworking and worthwhile charities
that I have supported over the past year
ldquoCancer Research‟s groundbreaking
work into the prevention diagnosis and
treatment of cancer has helped save
millions of lives This work is funded
entirely by the public which is why
fundraising events are so important
ldquoThere are three million people in
the UK living with diabetes and
20000 children in the UK have
diabetes We have had many
fundraising events this year to help
Diabetes UK continue our work to
improve the lives of people with
diabetes
Cllr Rogers Ron Thompson and members of the Watton and District support group for Diabetes UK
Attleborough High School and Sixth
Form Centre Geography teacher Joel
Rodker has earned the exciting
opportunity to experience cutting-edge
environmental research work on an
expedition to Belarus this summer
Earlier this year Earthwatch the
international environmental charity
invited UK-based secondary level
teachers of geography science and
citizenship to apply to join its
expedition Belarus Wetlands from 2-
11 August 2010
Joel who is also the school‟s Lead
Teacher for the Environment is one of
eight successful applicants who will be
helping Earthwatch scientists to find
effective ways of conserving the
unique wetlands of Belarus hiking to
sampling sites to collect data which
will help the scientists to select
wetlands which are in need of
protection
Wetlands in Belarus make up 14 per
cent of the country Particularly
threatened and little-studied are the
oligotrophic (low nutrient) or bdquoraised‟
bogs which are the focus of the Belarus
Wetlands research project Bogs are
extremely important as they improve
the gas composition of the atmosphere
carry out climate regulation and
regulate water flows on the surface and
within the soil
Experienced facilitators will help Joel
and the other teachers to link the
research and their experiences on the
project to the curriculum On his return
to Attleborough High Joel will use his
new knowledge to inform the learning
of the students at the school The
teachers on the project will work
together to devise educational
resources for use in the classroom and
these resources will be made available
for others to use
Speaking about the trip Joel Rodker
said ldquoThis is a very special opportunity
to visit a fascinating environment meet
like-minded people and learn a huge
amount in a short space of time I want
to inspire our students to do similar
things I intend to share my
experiences with the staff and students
at Attleborough High and also to
demonstrate links between the
protection of important ecosystems in
Belarus and looking after the
environment in our own community
for example the impact on the
environment of the school wildlife
pond we are in the process of creatingrdquo
The 2010 Earthwatch educator
expedition to Belarus is kindly
supported by ICAP and the Garfield
Western Foundation To find out
how you can join an Earthwatch
expedition in 2010 call +44 (0)1865
318831 or visit
wwwearthwatchorgeurope
Local teacher to become a hero for the planet on an Earthwatch expedition
President beryl Brannan presided
over the first meeting of the new
Inner Wheel year She welcomed
Ann Akister‟s visitor Jenny
Bickerton from Canterbury and
everybody else Special mention for
Angela Rowlings our newest
member whom Beryl inducted to our
group Angela is a Honorary
Member
Our meeting held at the home of
Karen Barwood was an exotic
demonstration of Belly Dancing
Allison Dickson Sheila Harwood
and Karen Barwood all performed for
us in full flowing costume The
movements to music were elegant
and peaceful and full of emotion
which is more than can be said when
we were asked to join in General
wobbling of body parts was about all
we could muster but it entertained
those who elected to watch Karen
Sheila and Allison were thanked by
Beryl for an unusual but appreciated
evening
The Strawberry Tea raised pound64460
and 88 people attended the money
will go to UNICEF
The visit to Kew Gardens was very
enjoyable and the boat trip was
blessed with a wonderful breeze
giving a good finish to the day many
thanks to Brenda Davis for
organising everything in her usual
efficient manner
We are having a stall at the Wayland
Show and will be pleased to see you
all there
Future events include a lunchtime
concert with the Breckland Breeze
Wind Quartet on Septmber 15th and
on the 1st October a Barn Dance at
the Queens Hall
The Raffle with three prizes was won
by Ann Akister Peggy Barley and
Beryl Brannan We had a very
enjoyable evening amidst friends
The Inner Wheel Club of Watton
Letter to the Editor Thank you for printing an article in
your June issue on St Marys Church
Houghton on the Hill I am writing
to ask if any of your readers would
enjoy helping in the garden or
welcoming visitors to the church I
love this church and the peace that
surrounds it when I lived in
Swaffham I used to go regularly and
help in the garden that surrounds the
church unfortunately I now live in
Cromer so I can only go once a
month or so Last week when I
visited I was told that they were short
of volunteers so if you can spare and
hour or two a weekmonthevery now
and then please phone Bob Davey on
01760 440470 Dee Roye
This is the first in a series of little
anecdotes written by a good old
Norfolk boy (but not written in
Norfolk for the sake of all them old
infiltrators)
Do you remember the vets off
Watton High Street - up Worms
Yard I used to own a big old dog -
I was often seen walking him
around Watton That was before the
days of poo bags and red litter
bins Anyway I woke up one
morning and read the obituaries in
the EDP to make sure it was OK to
get out of bed and went down to
take the dog for an early morning
walk He gave me a bit of a shock
because he had gone all cross eyed
I thought I had better take him to
the vets and walked him down to
the surgery Fortunately the vet
could see him right away so I took
him in and the vet picked him up
looked into his eyes and had a good
look round him
Im going to have to put him
down he said
Well I said tears welling up
Thats a bit of a shock I will be
very sorry to see him go especially
because hes only gone cross-eyed
No you daft br the vet said
Hes heavy
Wilfson remembers
Lee Higgs of Edwards
Newsagents Watton
ldquoYour Ideal Shoprdquo makes a
presentation to Lucy
Vallerine who has recently
been judged to be the most
reliable and accurate News
Delivery person out of
more than sixty juvenile
staff employed by Edwards
Newsagents
Edwards presently deliver
newspapers and magazines
to over two thousand homes
across the Wayland area
and speaking of Lucy‟s
contribution to the excellent
service offered by Edwards
Lee Higgs said ldquoLucy has
been employed for 8
months and has never
missed a day or been late I
have great pleasure in
making this presentation
recognising her hard workrdquo
Well done Lucy
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 15
By David and Carolyn Jessup
It‟s always good to have a driving
licence as it gives the local people
an extra string to their bow when
seeking a job It seems like with
many things in South Africa that
there is a certain amount of
corruption involved with driving
tests Ivy decided that she wanted
to take a test and had already been
told by Cute the girlfriend of her
boss that the Examiners were open
to monetary persuasion She
decided that rather than chance
failing she would try this route -
failing would of course bring the
additional expense of at least one
further test
Ivy contacted the Examiner
who agreed that he would
accept R2000 to pass
already less than Cute had
paid So I took her to
Thulamarshe for her driving
test although she wanted an
extended lesson prior to the
test She had already had a
few lessons in what could
only be described as a
possibly unroadworthy
bakkie on some rough unsurfaced
land staked out with sticks to
reverse between The bakkie was
missing one wing mirror and had
no inside mirror so reversing was
a problem On the way to the test
centre I quickly showed her how to
do a three point turn and then we
went to find an Instructor
We followed a vehicle for about 2
km to another rough piece of land
where there were a number of
other people receiving tuition in
large trucks Apparently trucks are
easier to drive than cars Ivy had a
lengthy discussion with an
Instructor and came away saying
he was too expensive We went
back to the test centre and she had
a small lesson with another
Instructor went for her test and
ldquopassedrdquo after handing over the
bribe Since coming back home I
have learnt that this practise is also
rife in Eastern Europe so maybe
we are surrounded by drivers who
have never passed an official test
Before Cute took her test she was
driving around with a friend when
she was stopped by the Police
With no official licence at that
time she was concerned that she
may be asked to produce
documents Luckily they did not
ask for these items but merely
requested the mobile telephone
numbers of the two ladies
probably to call them for a date
Fortunately the ladies were both
alert and gave incorrect numbers
There are often breakdown
vehicles near the main traffic lights
(robots) in Hazyview and an
inquisitive Ivy asked them why
they were waiting there
Apparently they often put oil on
the road at night especially when
the roads are wet to try to cause
accidents They were not ashamed
or shy to admit this and were not at
all concerned if people are injured
or killed as long as they get
business from the accidents
I was stopped no less than 5 times
by the local Police Sometimes just
checking vehicles and the
registration and other times for
trivialities like not coming to a halt
at a 4-way stop sign Once I was
stopped for speeding 79 kph in a
60 limit that I hadn‟t noticed After
protracted discussion and a view of
the video I was informed the fine
would be R750 although they
would accept R300 If I wanted a
receipt this would mean going to a
distant Police Station with the
possibility of a long wait I decided
to hand over R300 and get on our
way This later caused me some
resentment as the money obviously
went into the pocket of the Officer
Unfortunately and stupidly I did
not take a name and although I
reported the matter I never heard
any more If there is a next time I
shall know exactly what to do
Ever since we have been going to
Africa I have always tried to avoid
running over and killing any live
creature Sometimes it cannot be
avoided and I had at least two
instances this time which I have
regretted ever since I was driving
quite fast along the main road
heading for our house when a
Vervet Monkey ran from the road
side and into the path of the car I
could not avoid hitting it and the
loud thud made me feel quite sick
Looking in my mirror I could see
the Monkey lying dead in the road
- 10 minutes later I drove back to
town and the body had
disappeared At first I thought it
may have been moved by its
grieving family but it was probably
picked up by one of the large
raptors which regularly hover
above the road
Even more sickening was the time
I was driving in the grounds of a
local Hotel and I saw from the
car what I thought were
thousands of large flies floating
just above the ground There
were literally millions and I
avoided opening the car door to
investigate in case they all came
in I drove for about 300 metres
on this track before I got out for
an appointment and to my
absolute horror I then realised
they were baby frogs There had
been heavy rain the previous night
and they had all come up from the
nearby river It was an awesome
sight to see so many frogs together
but I was so angry that I had not
identified what they were until it
was too late
Relationship difficulties Bereavement Stress
BullyingAbuse Addictions Depression
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Itrsquos good to talk Counselling can help if yoursquore struggling to cope with
Sanctuary offers a confidential low-cost counselling service with professionally trained counsellors who work on a short-term or long-term basis Call us on 01953 880922 to arrange an appointment Appointments are available 6 ndash 9pm Tuesdays and 930am ndash 1pm Wednesdays Sanctuary Counselling Service is part of River Ministries (Norfolk) registered charity number 1054419
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James Ball SHOWROOM 49 High Street Watton
01953
883288
Very Competitive Prices Most Makes of carpets
amp Vinyl Supplied and Fitted
South Africa again with a Touch of Mozambique and Swaziland
Watton in Bloom
On Sunday 4th July on a glorious summer
morning Watton Town Mayor Mr Roy Ivory
selected the best garden for summer blooms
on behalf of the Watton Society Despite the
cold frosty Spring and two weeks of drought
in late June Mr DR and Mrs AL Ankerman
were again awarded the silver platter to hold
for a year Of course most residents are not
aware that the Mayor is about the town
judging the gardens as this as a competition
that is not formally entered The Watton
Society are happy to make this award for the
fourteenth year with the help of the Mayor the
society‟s Honorary President Ten certificates
are awarded to those gardeners reaching a
highly commended standard in recognition of
their achievements Bryan H Wykes Vice
Chairman Watton Society
Fabulous mixed media Summer Art Exhibition 15 Talented local amp regional artists will be
displaying their work in mediums to include
watercolour gouache graphite wood
textile between Saturday 7th and Saturday
21st August in the Dragonfly Gallery at
Wayland House High St Watton Opening
Times are 10am ndash 4pm weekdays 10am ndash
1pm Saturdays There will be a Preview
Evening on Friday 6th August between 7pm
and 830pm All works on display can be
purchased - the preview evening is very
popular and recommended if you are
looking to buy and there will be a free glass
of wine and nibbles Please contact Susan
Hollingworth 01953 880205 for further
information
This month we did something completely
different for our WI meeting We spent
our time walking around Watton
following clues on a bdquoMurder Mystery
Trail‟ This was of course a fictional
murder but we had tremendous fun
solving the clues and finding out some
interesting facts about the history of
Watton on the way I don‟t think it would
be fair of me to tell you who did do it as
some of you may have intentions of
following the trail yourselves We
finished up at our meeting hall where we
enjoyed refreshments
Janet Oxborough from Ashill WI then
reported on the NFWI National AGM she
had attended in Cardiff in June As
expected the resolution urging the
Government on the mandatory labelling
of meat fish and poultry with true
country of origin was carried with a very
large majority Pat thanked Janet for a
very comprehensive account of the
meeting Birthday posies were presented
to Sandra and Jan and the raffle was won
by Joyce Jan and guest Janet Oxborough
Barbara will be hosting a Macmillan
Coffee Morning on Friday 10th
September ndash a little earlier than the
official date We also received details of
the Norfolk amp Norwich Operatic
Society‟s production at the Theatre Royal
in January ndash this is to be bdquoFiddler on the
Roof‟
Next month will be a social evening in
Watton Christian Community Centre
starting at 730 pm For information about
the WI as always the number to ring is Pat
on 882275 or Barbara on 882595
Who done it
Prayer of the Heart Activities at Watton Methodist Church Comprising Christian Meditation and Bi Monthly Worship For those seeking reflective
prayer mid-week worship with a more reflective and contemporary feel and those who
enjoy exploring their faith by reading spiritual books old and new
This month Christian Meditation in the vestry 2nd and 16th August for further details
ring Joyce 01953 88667
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 16 News
She did it She did it What a brave woman Frances
Packham is jumping out of a plane and being parachuted
safely down to earth by an experienced member of the
parachute team How proud of her I was watching her
come into sight out of the clouds and landing safely on the
ground and still managing to smile to her friends and
family anxiously watching her landing Perhaps it was a
grimace but we were all cheering and toasting her safe
return in champagne supplied by her partner Charles
Frances did this brave deed to do something special for
her 60th Birthday and at the same time to raise funds for
the local Charity Big C in memory of her friend Jim
Scrymgeour I am pleased to say that he knew she was
doing it for big C but when he died before the event he
would have been so touched by her thoughts for him
Sponsorship money is still coming in but to date Frances
has raised around pound1000 There is still time to donate to
Big C and donations can be left at the Wayland
Partnership Office
When Jim Scrymgeour died after losing his battle with
cancer with myself and our two sons Alan and Barrie at
his bedside we were grateful for all the prayers said for
him during his illness which I am sure kept him free from
pain right to the end As a family we were completely
overwhelmed by the cards (over 200) letters and flowers
sent to us with the messages that he was regarded as a
friendly funny person and always the gentleman At his
funeral there wasnt a seat to be had in the church He
would have been as overwhelmed as we were and I thank
everyone who took the time to come and pay their
respects The total sent by the undertakers to Big C was
pound81225
I have lots of thanks to make to the Doctors and nurses at
the Colney Centre to Dr Muller and Dr Kim the trainee
who were wonderful to Rosie from McMillan nurses to
the district nurses at Watton who were so supportive to
both of us who made him very comfortable and never
complained about his attitude to taking medication I have
to thank all our friends who were there for us and for me
since Jim has gone To the love and support I have felt
from my lovely customers at Top to Toe and a
very special thank you to my staff Alan
Gosia Kay and Rosemary who held
everything together running the shop in my
absence
To my brother and my brother in law for their
love lastly to God for giving me two
wonderful sons Alan and Barrie who with
their partners have been there for me as I
mourn the loss of my husband of 42 Years
He lived for those he loved And those he
loved remembered Marilyn Scrymgeour
HJC Ltd Motor Engineers
Servicing amp MOT preparation to all makes of
modern cars amp light commercials
Tyres Exhausts amp Batteries supplied and fitted
Courtesy cars available
Ask for Steve at 5 Linmore Court Threxton Rd
Industrial Estate Watton
Tel 01953 889924
Howlett - Rook
The wedding took place at Dereham Registry Office on the 11 th June of Mr
Wayne Howlett son of Barbara and Bryan Howlett of Holden Close
Oulton Broad and Miss Emma Rook daughter of Cathy and Colin Rook of
Hunters Oak Watton
The Bride was given away by her father and wore a Baby Pink dress She was
attended by Josie Mel Becky Summer and sisters Hollie and Debbie were
present The Best Man was Mr Reece Howlett and Kev and Rob were Ushers
The couple honeymooned for short break in London which will be followed
by a family holiday to Disney World in Florida at Christmas
What a star she is
Low Maintenance Gardens
Designed amp Built
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Patios ~ Paths ~ Fencing ~ Shingle Drives Seeding ~ Turfing Etc
Photos and References always available For a Quality Job amp Free Quote
Phone Tim Luxton on 01603 880184 wwwtimluxtonlandscapingcouk
The Wayland Show The Annual Wayland Show will be held on
Sunday 1st August just outside Watton on the
Brandon Road Last year‟s show was
acclaimed in the press and by many as the
best ever with fantastic weather record
attendance and more exhibitors competitors
and attractions than before It raised a total of
pound7150 for local charities
Among other things featuring in the Grand
Ring this year will be Jive Pony This unique
show has the lot with vaulting dancing
acting costume changes and amazing riding
skills Other very popular attractions are the
Bob Hogg Sheepdog Display West Norfolk
Foxhounds Trinity Foot Beagles and not
forgetting Cyril the Squirrel Racing Terriers
and Mid Norfolk Gundogs
New for 2010 is the Lifestyle Marquee and
planned attractions are a fashion show
cookery demos floral displays hair and
beauty exhibitions and a stunning dance
performance with the chance to relax and take
it all in while enjoying afternoon tea
Our livestock classes are well attended and of
a very high standard and with in-hand and
ridden classes the show is a chance to see
some of our best local Show Horses This year
we also welcome retrained Racehorses and
Working Hunters for the first time We are
also running clear round show jumping
The Wayland Agricultural Society Young
Achiever of the Year 2010 award recognises
outstanding dedication and contribution to
agriculture horticulture wildlife or any other
rural related sector or industry Entrants must
be under 21 years of age and the winner will
be announced prior to the Show and presented
with their award on the day The award is
sponsored by Weco Engineering of Watton
Radio Norfolk and Wayland Radio will be
broadcasting from the showground during the
day The organising Committee also recently
presented a cheque for pound1094100 to The
Nelsons Journey Charity from funds raised at
their annual Dinner Dance Nelsons Journey is
a Norwich based charity which supports
bereaved children and young people under the
age of 18yrs living in Norfolk
As mentioned in last month‟s edition
of the Mid-Norfolk Times Wayland
House in Watton High Street home of
the Wayland Partnership offers a wide
range of services and support to the
Wayland community as a whole We
are constantly striving to increase the
range of services but recognise that it
is vital that the community is made
aware of these services
Firstly we have an ldquoopen doorrdquo policy
and anyone is welcome to drop by to
find out what we offer This can range
from bus pass applications
appointments with the Registrar the
Wayland Community Bank to
exhibitions and events throughout the
year We also submit articles to the
Times and regularly have a slot on
Wayland Radio
However as the local population
grows we want to ensure that
newcomers are included and made
aware of the information and support
they can get from Wayland House For
those with access to the internet you
might be interested in knowing that the
Partnership now has three websites
covering all the areas and activities we
are involved inThe current Partnership
site is wwwwaylandorguk but this is
currently being updated and the new
site will be launched soon Try
wwwthewaylanddragonflygalleryco
uk where you will find current and
forthcoming exhibitions examples of
local artists work for sale within the
Gallery shop
Finally for the business community
we have waylandbusinesscentrecouk
which contains a wealth of valuable
information and links to additional
information We also issue regular
Email Information Bulletins to some
400 local businesses and if you don‟t
already receive them let us know and
we will add you to the database (see
contact details below) Also have a
look at
waylandbusinesscentreblogspotcom
which provides your business with a
chance to share your expertise and
knowledge with a larger audience It
gives you a valuable opportunity to
network and is particularly useful for
sole traders and those who work from
home
You can see us at the Wayland Show
on 1st August where we will be
sharing a stand with the Wayland
Community Bank If you are there
please drop by and see us
We will be submitting regular news
and information to the Times as it
gives us good coverage and is
delivered widely in the area However
for more information on the services
and facilities available from Wayland
House and the Wayland Business
Centre call in to our reception phone
us on 01953 880204 or mail to
iainwaylandorguk
News from the Wayland Partnership
Picture Breckland Photographic
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 17
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01953 881243
Unit 2 Coughtrey Industrial Estate
Church Road Griston IP25 6QB
Fitted Kitchens
Bathrooms
Internal Doors
Free Quotations amp
Full Planning Service
Massage Treatments
Swedish Massage and Hot Stone Massage
Appointments available at
BROOM HALL Country Hotel
Saham Toney Your Local Three Star Hotel
Telephone 01953 882125 wwwbroomhallhotelcouk
Holme Hale Pavilion
Summer Fete Saturday 7th August
10am -- 430pm Cake Stall Refreshments Beer
Tent Lots of Childrens games and also for Adults Grand Draw BBQ
(local butcher) Rescue Greyhounds
Institute Advanced Motorists Bouncy Castle also ladies have
your nails amp toenails painted and much much more
All welcome come enjoy
It‟s that time of year again at the
time of writing we are in the middle
of Quilts Three our third annual
exhibition courtesy of the Wayland
Partnership in the Dragonfly Gallery
at Wayland House It gives an
opportunity for others to see exactly
what we do hack tack and stuff With
a name like that we are obviously not
bdquojust another sewing group‟ This
year we were worried about having
enough work to exhibit and then had
far more than we could show The
exhibition opened at 10 o‟clock on
Saturday the 10th July continuing
until the 17th Half way through the
week over one hundred and fifty
visitors had been counted Work on
show included not only quilts of all
sizes but also fabric boxes cushions
bags toys and other examples of the
members‟ crafts made for personal
use and as gifts There were examples
of the Heart cushions given to people
who have had surgery for breast
cancer and quilts for ill
and traumatised
children and teenagers
distributed through the
Norfolk branch of
ProjectLinus There was
a raffle donations box
and articles for sale
Proceeds will go
towards materials for
items for these charities
There will be more
details in the next
edition
Meanwhile meetings
and demonstrations
continued normally including an
excellent example of the latter
featuring a variety of borders by
two clever ladies This was so well
organised that members were
provided with pieces of pre-cut
fabrics so there was no excuse for
not bdquohaving a go‟ We are all fired
with enthusiasm and likely to put
borders on everything I suggest
partners check their shirts and
trousers
The group does not meet in August
but will be back on Tuesday the
14th September at 7 pm in the
Watton Christian Community
Centre for the beginning of another
session meanwhile members and
non-members can check our Blog
at httphtsqgroupblogspotcom
to see what is happening over the
next few months This features a
calendar which has details up until
the end of the year It is also
updated very regularly If you are
not online phone Sue Hart on
01362 822536
Hackers Tackers and Stuffers
Last year Alan Smiths Birthday
present from his daughter and son in
law (Kerry and Chris Varley) was a
book written about some mature men
walking the coast2coast It was so
inspiring and amusing to read that
soon several other people including
his wife (Gill) and 2 close friends
(Tim and Carol Suthers) had also
been inspired and enjoyed the read
All 6 of us enjoy our walks and
encouraged by the two youngest
(Chris amp Kerry) who have done this
before they decided to take up the
challenge From St Bees on the west
coast to Robin‟s Hood Bay on the
east coast some 192 miles in 13 days
will be covered in August this year as
their annual holiday Whilst doing
this they have been encouraged by a
few people to make it an event to
raise money for charity
They thought it would be nice to
support a local charity in East Anglia
and have chosen the East Anglian Air
Ambulance Registered Charity
1083876 They are a 365 day-a-year life-
saving service across Bedfordshire
Cambridgeshire Peterborough Norfolk
and Suffolk The charity is independent
of government and National Lottery
funding and is entirely dependent on
fund-raising and contributions To keep
its two air ambulances flying and to
provide the advanced medical
equipment they carry over pound3 million
per year has to be raised The group
thought it would be good to offer their
support to the EAAA in making this
walk not just their holiday and
challenge but also an event to raise
some cash to help them in their work
Gill also contacted the organisation to
see if they could visit and see first-hand
one of the helicopters and the staff of
EAAA who offer such a valuable and
life-saving service
On average the EAAA are called to
four incidents every day life
threatening situations such as road
traffic accidents incidents involving
people in inaccessible places and
cardiac arrests Because of the
advanced skills drugs and equipment
found on board and being able to
access places impossible for a land
ambulance the EAAA can make the
difference
Will you help us to help them in their
work To make a donation and offer
your support you can visit httpwwwjustgivingcomcoast2coastthevarleyssuthersandsmiths
Birthday Day Present Inspires 3 Couples to take up a Challenge
From left to right Chris Varley Alan Smith Gill Smith
Kerry Varley Carol Suthers and Tim Suthers
At Wayland Scout Group we
started the month with a Family
Day the Cubs and Scouts cooked
lunch for over 50 people to
celebrate our first AGM Parents
siblings Leaders and the District
Commissioner John Sweeney
were treated to dips and cruditeacutes
Southern Fried Chicken rice and
beans and salads followed by
apple pie and custard
All the young people did a fantastic
job creating a delicious meal made
even better by the wonderful weather
Following a cricket match we were
joined by Rev Geoff Garrett from St
May‟s Church who dedicated our
new flags for us
The afternoon was finished in fine
style with a wonderful array of
homemade cakes and a cup of tea
The Leaders would like to pass on
their thanks to everyone for their
wonderful support and help
The Cubs recently enjoyed a craft
night creating robots form junk
including turning one Cub into an
android by creating an amazing
costume for him
This term the Scouts have been
working towards their Global
Challenge including looking at
different traditions around the
world As it is nearly the end of
term they had plenty of fun
making a traditional Fez with
maybe a nod to Doctor Who who
has recently made the hats cool
The Scout Troop has also been
challenged by the local Rotarians to
have a camp using only a Shelter Box
tent and the emergency equipment
provided in the box Of course they
have accepted the challenge and will
be holding this
camp in mid-
August Our aim
is to be
sponsored so we
can raise enough
money be able
to buy a Shelter
Box for the
charity If you
would like to
sponsor us
please contact
Theresa Cutts on 01953 884243
or email
waylandscoutsgooglemailcom for
more information
At a recent event hosted by the
County Commissioner Richard
Butler the Leaders were also
presented with certificates to
congratulate them on opening a
successful Cub Pack Scout Troop
and building a Leadership team
We are also looking forward to a
4 day activity camp in August
with the rest of South West
Norfolk District If you are
interested in finding out more
about Scouting in Watton please
email us on the address above
AGM Androids and Fezs
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 18 News
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Fresh Seasonal Vegetables Home Produced Pork
01953 483 375
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Visit our Social Club - Bar open every Wednesday and Friday from
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01953 882 498
The bdquoAttleborough Players‟ amateur
dramatic society has been entertaining
people in the locality for more than 35
years with shows pantomimes plays
concerts and we are currently
rehearsing a musical play to feature a
group of our very talented younger
members to be staged in October
Since present day legislation has strict
demands for separate changing
facilities for adults and youngsters we
now have an additional burden on our
already strained finances
The society is a registered charity and
finances have been maintained at a
respectable level by staging shows
and our popular bdquoFish bdquon‟ Quiz‟
evenings on a regular basis hopefully
we will be presenting another quiz in
November Ticket prices have been
kept at a very competitive pound5 for most
of our shows takings which go
mostly towards running costs the rest
into a dwindling bank account In
these days of drastic belt tightening
we prefer to keep the cost of tickets
low to benefit our audiences This
means of course that our pool of
monetary assets has developed a
steady leak
We are looking for any business or
individual willing to sponsor us
Sponsorship would guarantee
programme and poster advertising to a
negotiable degree while private
individuals would benefit by free
tickets to any of our events of their
choice
Any business or private individual
willing to help us in this way please
contact our treasurer Anne
Greenwood ndash Tel 01953 455022
With our ever increasing membership
particularly of teenagers we think the
bdquoAttleborough Players‟ is a
worthwhile concern to keep running
on an even keel We hope you do too
The Players need your help
Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles By popular request the PHIL
BROOKPETE OXBOROUGH
JAZZ QUARTET are returning to
St Margarets church Breckles on
FRIDAY 17th SEPTEMBER at 730
pm The Quartet also features Ivars
Galenieks bass and Bob Dore
drums Tickets are pound1250 to
include refreshments and can be
obtained from Margaret Morfoot
Telehone 01953 498286 There will
be a beer and wine bar from 7 pm
This is a very popular evening All
proceeds for the upkeep of St
Margarets Church Breckles
Breckles is on the B1111 4 miles
north of the A11B1111 junction
Watton Ballroom Dancing Association
Queenrsquos Hall Watton 8pm till 11pm
Admission pound350
Saturday August 7th Mike 01953 882799
Wayland High School Students‟ British Science Association CREST Award
Twelve Year 9 students at
Wayland High School have
received the British Science
Association‟s CREST award for
designing and producing industry
standard batik artwork bags It is
the first time that the school has
entered the CREST awards
facilitated by The Exchange
(Norfolk Education Business
Partnership) who provided a small
bursary to support the batik
project Photograph of the students
with Batik bags and certificates
attached
Jan Cockburn from The Exchange
who visited the school to present
the awards at a Year 9 assembly
said Congratulations to the
students who carried out the batik
project You have shown great
enthusiasm for the subject and
fully deserve the national
recognition provided by a British
Science Association CREST
award
Val Wenham teacher and batik
artist who led the project said
The students learned the full batik
process including use of wax and
dyes initially experimenting on
paper before developing their
designs for the bags They created
designs that could be reproduced
on an industrial basis and studied
the technological and commercial
side of working in batik
Sadly one of the awards was
presented posthumously Alastair
Codling who also took part in the
batik project received his twin
sister Claire‟s award Claire
passed away earlier this year
For more information about the
work of The Exchange see
wwwnorfolk-exchangeorguk or
tel 01953 601439
For more information about British
Science Association CREST
Awards see
wwwbritishscienceassociationorg
webccafCREST
Pictured left to right are - Back Ellis Stone Harrison Cutts Sophie Shaw Ben Rees Martha Watts Stephanie
Parker Lauren Symons Megan Kennedy Front Alistair Codling Cameron Goldie Sam Beckwith
Our meeting in July had a
slightly different format to the
usual system We held a coffee
and chat event and we accepted a
cheque on behalf of Diabetes
UK for pound1136 presented by the
former chairman of Breckland
District Council
John Rogers The chairman of
our group Ron Thompson
accepted the cheque and said that
the money would be used by
Diabetes UK to help to fund
holidays for children with
Diabetes Councillor John
Rogers was warmly thanked
(Please see separate article for
picture page 14)
At our next meeting on August
9th two of our members will be
talking about the work they do
with the Retired Greyhound
Trust They are going to be
bringing a couple of their four
legged friends too John and Rod
will be suitably tethered to stop
them straying around the tables
and getting in the dogs way
The meeting starts at 1015am at
the Pentecostal Church Watton
(whom we thank for the use of
their facilities) all welcome For
further details about the group or
any of the meetings please
phone Helen 01953 884713 and
leave a message and I will get
back to you as soon as I can
We are have a special meeting on
the 13th September when we are
very fortunate to have as our
speaker Richard Lane OBE
President of Diabetes UK Some of
our members met Richard for the
first time last year and were very
taken by him and his frankness and
honesty about his Diabetes and
what has happened to him He is a
very interesting man and we are
very lucky he is available to come
and speak to us
We will be providing a light buffet
lunch for this meeting at a cost of pound5
per head and we would be pleased to
invite you to join us Because we
need to know numbers for the
catering arrangements please could
you phone David 01362 696781
before August 9th if you would like
to attend this special meeting
Watton amp District Group - Diabetes UK
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 19
Poet‟s Place Poet‟s Place is open once more to all readers to
submit their own work for publication All
contributions are welcome and will be printed
unedited for reader‟s enjoyment
A GOOD DEAL
When I‟m watching the birds in our garden
Little lambs that gambol in fields
I thank God I have such perception
This is what I would call a good deal
A small child with a smile that is wistful and shy
And a look to melt hearts made of steel
With a grasp of tiny soft fingers
Makes me realise what a good deal
Our cat usually independent and strong
Purrs around at my feet rubs my heel
I know it‟s because he wants feeding
He knows he is on a good deal
When dining out at a pub or cafeacute
I go where they serve a fine meal
With the atmosphere right and excellent food
Best of all I will get a good deal
Shopping in town for my clothing
Can be such a blinking ordeal
I go and intend not to overspend
And resolve I will get a good deal
Deciding on presents for Christmas
Then doing my best to conceal
The parcels I‟ve bought for each person
It‟s fine to receive a good deal
The flowers that grow in my garden
I planted in Spring with such zeal
Are now blooming so bright with such colours
I can see I have got a good deal
When I meet with my friends for a bridge game
My excitement I try to conceal
When the cards that I hold help me win lots of points
It‟s because I‟ve been dealt a good deal
Edith Pleasance copy 290906
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And get your copy of the Mid-Norfolk Times at these businesses
Great Ellingham Village Stores amp PO
Long St Gt Ellingham 01953 452 155
Post Office Fresh Bread amp Milk Daily
Rocklands Post Office amp Stores
The Street Rocklands 01953 483 217
Car Tax Lottery Fresh Milk
Quick Stop Church Street Attleborough
01953 458 036 Italian Wines 2 for pound5 Wide range
of Polish Foods available
Old Buckenham Stores The Green Old Buckenham
01953 860210 If you purchase goods from the shop costing over pound50 (excluding the post office cigarettes lottery and Paypoint) in one transaction then you will be entitled to claim a bottle of Italian wine (worth pound5)
Lovells Post Office amp Stores
Market Place New Buckenham
01953 860 351
Village Stores Market Street East Harling
01953 718115 A wide range of products in stock
Anne and Kevin Ledgard
Londis News Extra
High Street Attleborough (Opposite Sainsburys)
01953 453 257 Newspapers amp magazines
Wide range of confectionery tobacconist Wide range of Wines Beers and Spirits
Londis Banham 01953 887320
Your Local Village Supermarket
Watton University of the Third Age (U3A) Forty eight members enjoyed the tour
of North Norfolk by train and coach
A superb cream tea at Bircham
Windmill rounded off the tour in style
The next trip is a tour of the Fens with
a professional guide on Friday 17th
September The booking list is now
open contact Ron on 01953 889951
The Croquet Group is now playing at
the Watton Sports Centre on a
Tuesday afternoon New players
would be most welcome including
visitors (potential new members) For
playing times contact Margaret on
01953 882136 Alan Bickers is the
new Leader of the Pub Lunch Group
who will have their first meeting on
Thursday 12th August
Next venue for the Garden Visits
Group is Dunbheagan House near
Dereham with music in the afternoon
and teas in aid of the St Johns
Ambulance Meet at 130pm in the
Queens Hall car park Transport can
be arranged Contact Susan on 01953
881373
The next monthly meeting is on
Thursday 26th August when the
speaker will be Barbara Miller with
ldquoNorwich over the Waterrdquo
The Membership Secretary can be
contacted on 01953 885358 For
further information on the National
U3A go to wwwu3aorg
On Thursday 24th June the
announcement was made in London of
the winner of this year‟s Carnegie
medal That prize has been awarded by
children‟s librarians almost every year
since 1936 for an outstanding book for
children and young people Since 23rd
April when the short-list was
announced 50000 children in schools
all over Britain have been reading the
eight novels - nearly 3000 pages of
high quality fiction Thirty of those
very dedicated readers met on the same
day in Attleborough High School
Library to spend two hours in lively
debate with their guests from Old
Buckenham High School sustained by
strawberries cheese straws and home-
made cakes
The event organised by the school‟s
librarian Helen Gage greatly engaged
the students and staff and much heated
argument about which was the best of
the books on the list ensued The group
voted for their own choice of winner
took lots of photographs and then at
the time stipulated by the Carnegie‟s
national organisers opened the
envelope containing the name of the
winning title Neil Gaiman‟s bdquoThe graveyard book‟ Of the gathering in Attleborough High School‟s
library student Ellie Halls (pictured above) was the only one who had firmly backed that choice In
November the long-list for next year‟s award will be published ndash and the whole wonderful process
will begin again We can‟t wait
Carnegie medal celebration the Attleborough High School big debate
Wayland Happy Circle Our July meeting was a social afternoon with a Beetle Drive followed by a Strawberry Tea Shirley
welcomed 25 members and 1 visitor and seven birthday cards were distributed Our former President
is making good progress and we hope to see her back amongst us soon
Shirley organised the Beetle Drive the first session being won by Molly and Maureen and the second
by Jenny Two of members Margaret and Jenny had prepared the strawberries and cream and these
were enjoyed by all with shortbread and a cuppa The usual raffle was held to close the afternoon
25 members and guests will be going on the outing in July and tea will be taken at Elveden Visitor
Centre followed by a tour of the Stanta Training Area
Our next meeting will be on 3rd August when Tina Cruz will talk to us about Portuguese cooking
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 20 News
July 1st ndash The day that Rotary
Clubs all over the world install their
new presidents And this year
Watton was no exception Outgoing
president Richard Akister handed
over to new president Doctor Mike
Harvey (see pic) Health problems
caused Mike to take early
retirement as a general practitioner
and having come to Norfolk and
settled in Shipdham some 5 years
ago he was introduced to the
Watton Rotary Club and thought it
would be a good platform and outlet
for his considerable energy and
skill He was an instigator of the
Watton Club‟s very
successful fundraising
drive in support of the
bdquoBalloons for Hearts‟
initiative in 20078 With
the help of 2 other Rotary
Clubs pound5300 was raised
and a giant cheque was
presented to the campaign
coordinator We hear that
the cheque is still on
display in the cardiac
reception area at the
NNUH Mike intends to
continue his ministry of the
Watton Club with a
medical flavour
As a prelude to the presidential
handover in both clubs Watton
Inner Wheel and Rotary Clubs
joined forces and held a most
successful bdquoround the houses‟ or
bdquosafari‟ supper Changing sets of 3
or 4 couples rotate around each of
several members‟ houses for the
various courses of an evening meal
with everyone landing up at the
President‟s house for the final
course and a bit of party time
Following our visit to New South
Wales Australia last year the
Watton Club is hosting the first part
of the return Rotary international
friendship exchange in September
Eight couples from various places
in NSW are expected they will stay
with Watton members for a few
days before moving on to be hosted
by Rotarians of various other
Rotary clubs throughout Norfolk
and Suffolk More about this next
month Martin Anscombe
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During a debate about jobs and
unemployment on July 7th I made my
maiden speech in the House of Commons
I have focussed my column this month on
the content and inspirations for the speech
in which I set out why I am so passionate
about representing our area
Maiden speeches have a long tradition in
the Commons and new MPs usually
don‟t involve themselves in debates in the
House until they have made theirs
Maidens give new MPs a chance to talk
about their constituency and to outline
some of the issues they aim to work on
I focused my speech on three key
themes the need for a more local
approach to jobs and housing how the
politically correct bdquorights‟ culture
ignores traditional values and the need
for a better politics
The Rural Way of Life
Living and running a business locally I
know how life in rural England has been
overlooked I know how our traditional
values are too often denigrated and how
Norfolk has become increasingly
marginalised
ldquoTackling that sense of marginalisation
in order to unlock the talents and
aspirations of its people are the
central theme of my work as [an] MP
The people of Mid Norfolk feel
marginalised by the decision-making
process and too often forced to change
in ways that they have neither chosen
nor like The small local voluntary and
rural is all too often crowded out by the
big national professional and urban
[R]ural Britain has been especially
hard hit by unemployment during this
recession and my constituency has
pockets of rural deprivation which are
often hidden Pensioner poverty can
be especially invisible
ldquoPost offices pubs and village shops
close while more and more people are
forced to commute increasing distances
from the mass housing estates that have
been forced on our market towns and
councilsrdquo
ldquoThe people of Mid Norfolk sent me
here to speak up for them so I shall
[They] have found themselves
increasingly powerless in the face of a
tidal wave of legislation and big
government from Europe Whitehall
and unaccountable regional quangos
Many worry that our culture has been
hijacked by an increasingly intolerant
politically correct anything goes
multiculturalism which seems to have
too little respect for the longer
traditions of tolerance personal
freedom and responsibility embedded in
our traditional heritage By pumping
the bellows of local empowerment I
believe that we can reignite the embers
of a culture which can and should be
allowed to coexist with metropolitan
Britain to mutual benefitrdquo
Economic opportunities
Having run my ldquoNorfolk Wayrdquo campaign
for over three years I know how urgently
we need new jobs and opportunities in
Mid Norfolk Average wages here are low
and I wanted to focus on how we can
reignite our economy and strengthen local
communities and services
ldquoIn my three-year candidacy I insisted
on another way we call it the Norfolk
way a vision of a vibrant rural society
based on a renaissance of rural
enterprise smaller pockets of mixed
housing spread more fairly and
sustainably fast-growing small
businesses and jobs back in our villages
and towns less commuting a richer
mix of ages and blue and white-collar
jobs in active communities
ldquoSome may ask Where are those new
jobs and businesses to come from Let
me tell the House Situated between
Norwich and Cambridge are two of the
worlds leading centres of scientific
research and innovation in food
biomedicine and the clean
technologies all of which are so vital
to the global challenges that we face
Mid Norfolk is perfectly positioned to
become a hub of entrepreneurial
activity and new jobs With the world-
leading John Innes centre the Institute
of Food Research world-class
agriculture and high-tech engineering
along the A11 corridor we can lead
those new economic sectors on which
we will increasingly dependrdquo
ldquoAs someone who came to politics after
a 15-year career in creating new
technology businesses I hope to be able
to put my experience to good use in that
area However that revolution cannot
happen without two essential things
new models of investment in
infrastructure including the A11 rural
broadband and rail links and some
local leadershiprdquo
Giving People Responsibility
I believe in giving local communities
power Residents in a village know the
problems they have and usually know
how to solve them better than somebody
in an office miles away During my
speech I called for a new approach
ldquoThe stale post-war model of statist
centralisation and dependence on the
Whitehall handout has failed Norfolk
Rural Britain is the repository of
some important virtues that our modern
culture has neglected a deep belief in
self-help and responsibility an
insistence that everybody in a
community has a role and the rejection
of a shallow media cultures obsession
with celebrity and a love of the small
the different and the local These are
qualities that are deeply rooted in the
English character
ldquoAt the heart of this manifesto is a big
idea that citizenship is forged
through the empowering act of the
state granting responsibility to its
citizens That is the central idea which
has brought me into politics as a
Conservative and which I am delighted
is once again the idea at the heart of
modern Conservatism and this
coalitionrdquo
It was an honour to make my maiden on
behalf of the people of Mid Norfolk and
if you would like a full transcript of the
speech please email
Georgefreemanmpparliamentuk or
watch the video of the speech on my
website wwwgeorgefreemancouk
The Westminster View
George Freeman is the Conservative MP
for Mid-Norfolk The object of this
column is to help readers stay in touch
with their MP - it is not intended as a
reflection of the political views of anyone
associated with the Mid Norfolk Times
Watton Rotary Roundup
People for Animal Care Trust
(PACT) and Caine Lloyd of
Lloyd Engineering in Watton are
organising an adventure to climb
Mount Kilimanjaro in spring
2011 The intention is to raise
funds for PACT through
sponsorship and to have some fun
doing so
My name is Geoff Bell and I am
one of the people who are taking
part in this Challenge I have the
funds for my part in this challenge
but I fell it would be good to raise
funds for PACT as well
Through the Kili Challenge
PACT will receive funding to
build much needed additional
kennels to house the regular
influx of animals they have
PACT is based in Woodrising
and work hard to ensure the
welfare of animals in Norfolk
PACT‟s web-site is
wwwpactsanctuaryorg and more
information about them can be
obtained from there With your
kind help it would be a great
honour and privilege to extend
my support for PACT by taking
part in this challenge and to be of
help and support to one of the
loves in my life
If you would like to sponsor me
to take part in this challenge and
raise much needed funding for
PACT then please contact me
through Facebook or ring me on
01953-882925 For more
information you can ring PACT
on 01362 820775 or Caine on
01953 881255 I will also be
holding three public collection
days for this outside the Co-op in
Watton on the 18th August 15th
September and 13th October
Thank you for your support
The Kili Challenge in aid of PACT
Picture Supplied
Church Times and Puzzle
Watton Churches Together Service Calendar for August 2010
St Maryrsquos Church Watton 1st 3rd amp 4th Wednesday at 930am Holy Communion
2nd Wednesday Morning Worship Church Office opens Tues
Wed amp Thurs 9am-1pm Tel 01953 881252
margaretchurchadmfreeservecouk wwwstmaryswattonorg
Sun 1st 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
530pm Choral Evensong
Sun 8th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
Sun 15th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Sun 22nd 800am Holy Communion
1000am All Age Worship
12 noon Holy Baptism
630pm Praise and Worship with Shine
Sun 29th 800am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Watton Methodist Church Every Wednesday the Church is open for quiet reflection and
prayer between 1000am amp 1200noon
Itrsquos your quiet place At 1030 there is a half-hour Midweek
Service in the Large Vestry led by the Minister or a Church
Member wwwwattonmethodistbtikcom
Sun 1st 1045am Rev Barbara Winner Holy Communion
630pm Rev Brian Eagle
Sun 8th 1045am Mr Richard Hompstead
630pm Mrs Janet Roebuck
Sun 15th 1045am Mrs Sonia Mann
630pm Mr Brian Lawrence
Sun 22nd 1045am Mrs Elsie Warby
630pm Revd Barbara Winner Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1100am Section Service at Saham Hills
Mr John Winner
630pm Rev Brian Eagle Holy Communion
Roman Catholic Community Each Sat 530pm Mass at Watton Methodist Church
Pentecostal Church Dereham Road Watton There is a Noahs Ark Sunday and Kings Kids for children
during the Sunday morning services
Sun 1st 1030am Morning Service with guest speakers
Christian amp Ann Fernandez from La Rochelle France
Sun 8th 1030am Family Service amp Doughnuts
600pm Prayer amp Praise with guest speaker
Dama Safari from Shalom Africa
Sun 15th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Freed from your past‟
Sun 22nd 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Made in God‟s image‟
600pm Prayer and Praise
Sun 29th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoChanged by love‟
St Nicholasrsquo Church Ashill Tuesdays 1000am Said Holy Communion
Sun 1st 930am Lay Led Morning Worship
Sun 8th 930am Morning Worship
Sun 15th 930am All Age Worship
Sun 22nd 930am Holy Communion
St Georgersquos Church Saham Toney Sun 1st 1030am Benefice Service of Holy Communion
Sun 8th 1100am Morning Worship and Holy Baptism
Sun 15th 1100am Pet Service
1230pm Holy Baptism
Sun 22nd 1100am Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1030am Group Service of Holy Communion
SS Peter amp Paulrsquos Church Carbrooke Sun 8th 1030am All Age Worship
Sun 15th 1030am Holy Communion
Sun 22nd 1030am Lay Led Morning Worship
1230pm Holy Baptism
St John the Evangelist Church Ovington Thursdays 800am Said Holy Communion
Sun 8th 12 noon Pet Service
Sun 22nd 930am Lay Led All Age Worship
Breckles Caston Great Hockham Griston Merton Stow Bedon
Thompson
Worship Calendar August 2010
Sunday 1st August
1030 am United Holy Communion Thompson
Sunday 8TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Breckles
(Patronal Festival)
Sunday 15TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Gt Hockham
1030 am United Holy Communion Caston
Sunday 22ND August 900 am Holy Communion (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Gt Hockham
Sunday 29TH August
1030 am United Holy Communion Griston
Sunday 5TH September
1030 am United Holy Communion Stow Bedon
Our Pram Service Sunday Club amp WAY youth group
will resume in September
Enquiries The Revd Bob Nichols Tel (01953) 483222
Email revbobnicholsgmailcom
All Saints Church Threxton Sunday 1st August at 10 am
Scribble Pad
Across 7 One looking for riches (76) 8 Something to keep the claws in shape (8) 9 An assistant would be an idea (4) 10 Snap a biscuit for Christmas (7) 12 This clue might lead you the wrong way (5) 14 Fused fuse (5) 16 Feminine pronoun (7) 19 A phaser setting used by Captain Kirk (4) 20 A reserve supply to be drawn on (8) 22 but loose (553)
Down 1 A bright star from Avon (4) 2 Slopey writing (6) 3 infield pagan (7) 4 as chips said the chick (5) 5 Inherited (6) 6 Use this to change names (44) 11 Compared to a relation (8) 13 Earth shaking (7) 15 Of the coldest season (6) 17 How warm snow goes (6) 18 The sound of teddy bears (5) 21 Burn to charcoal (4)
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Would you like to win a pound10 Voucher to spend Simply complete
the crossword on the right and drop it in to The Wayland News bin
at (or post it to) Adcocks 32 High Street Watton Norfolk IP25
6AE before the paper deadline All correct entries will be put into a
draw and the winner will receive a pound10 voucher to spend In the
event of any dispute the decision of the Editor will be final The
clues are a mix of cryptic and easy with one or two anagrams
thrown in just to make it more interesting
The correct solution will be published in the next issue
Last Month‟s Puzzle The winner of last month‟s pound10 prize was Mrs S Dockray of
Nelson Court Watton Well done Mrs Dockray
Thought for the month By Rev Barbara Winner Methodist Church Well the World Cup was disappointing for some of us and so
was Wimbledon There doesn‟t seem much to celebrate Or is
there
There was once a speaker who started off one of his talks by
showing everyone in the audience a pound50 note It was a crisp
new note He asked the room full of people who would like
the pound50 and it was no surprise that most hands went up He
then proceeded to crumple the note up in his hand and then
asked who still wanted it The hands stayed up Next he
dropped the note on the ground and started to grind the note
with his shoe When he picked it up it was dirty and
crumpled When he asked who still wanted it the hands stayed
up Well of course they did ndash just because it was crumpled
and dirty didn‟t prevent it being worth the pound50 just as it had
been in the beginning when he started his talk The note was
still of value ndash the value hadn‟t changed
We are in a time of change and cuts and we don‟t quite know
what‟s coming next But whatever cuts and changes come
however much we feel the effects our value as people has not
changed Life throws all sorts of things at us and we can end
up feeling crumpled and trodden on In God‟s eyes we are
loved and precious ndash valuable And no amount of cuts
changes and troubles will change this God‟s love for us is a
pure gift ndash it is not subject to cuts and change We read in the
Bible that God so loved the world that he gave his son that we
might have life And what‟s more it is a gift freely given
Now that really is worth celebrating
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 22 News
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Call Julian Horn on 01953 881885 ldquoSilver Surferrdquo support a speciality
SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEAS Hosted by St Maryrsquos Church in August
Sunday 15th August Christian Community Centre 230pm until 4pm All
welcome - please come along and bring family and friends
Watton United FC have begun
preparing for life in Anglian
Combination Division 1 by
appointing ex - Diss and Watton
player Paul Nicholls to assist with
training and match days whilst he
awaits his return to football from a
serious injury Manager Vince
Harwood has welcomed his return
to the club in a coaching capacity
and hopes his experience at a
higher level will improve the
young players currently at the club
Further changes behind the scenes
include the appointment of Ian
Hunt and Christian Hayward to
assist with running the reserve
team this season and they are
encouraging any new players to
attend training on Wednesday
nights at Watton Sports Centre
(7pm start)
The club has also arranged a number
of Preseason friendlies for the first
team all at home versus Watton
United 18s Dersingham Rovers
(Friday 6th August) and Thetford
Rovers (Wednesday 11th August)
kicking off at 645pm Their first
league fixture is a local derby away
at Wymondham Town on Tuesday
17th August
The reserves new management
team are looking forward to home
games against Thetford Rovers
Reserves (Wednesday 4th August)
and an unnamed team (Friday 13th
August) before their season starts
on Thursday 19th August away at
Mattishall Reserves All games
Kick off at 645pm
The club also have a number of
advertising opportunities available
this season with programme
adverts and advertising boards at
the ground all priced at pound50 for the
season Anyone interested should
contact Paul Woods on
07917361762 or email
infowattonunitedfccouk
Getting ready for the new season
For a small very rural bowls club
Ashill has exceeded all expectations
this year Our men reached the
quarterfinals of the Bales Cup and
Peter Bunn Colin Breeze Bob Hall
and Alan Willer reached the same
stage in the Norfolk County Fours The
men also lie 2nd in the Central North
Division just a half point behind
Thetford The ladies section not to be
outdone have also faired very well
Chris Bailey reaching the quarterfinals
of the County Unbadged Singles
before succumbing to an opponent
from Freethorpe she Inga Healy and
Jackie Taylor got to the quarterfinals of
the Coronation Cup and the latter two
and Sheila Malyon reached the semi-
finals of the County Triples before
being beaten by Diss at RG Carters
In the mixed competitions we
overcame Long Stratton Thetford and
Connaught (the latter two on their
home greens) to reach the semi-finals
of the Jermy Cup our opponents being
Freethorpe on Sunday 18th July at the
neutral green of Wymondham and just
recently we won the Coral Cup played
at Watton Bowls Club So far it has
been a very successful and enjoyable
season despite the vagaries of our
uncertain weather
Ashill Bowls Club minnows on a high
The sunny warm and dry weather
has turned parts of the course brown
but has made for some exciting golf
None more so than in the June
monthly medal when David Flack
playing off a handicap of 10 shot a
net 62 In the same competition
Martin Parker achieved a hole in 1
on the par three 12th hole which
made him very happy but led to a
large dent in his bank balance
Recent Stableford competition
winners were Tony Bonner Alan
Blythe Phil Barrall David Wakeford
and David Packard
Recent inter-club match results were
versus Eaton Away lost 2frac12 - 3frac12 V
Royal Cromer away lost 1frac12 - 4frac12 V
Costessey park at home lost 2frac12 -
3frac12 V Gt Yarmouth at home won
5frac12 - frac12
The Seniors Open was held on 1st
July and approx 50 players
representing 14 different clubs
played in a stableford competition It
was an excellent day enjoyed by all
and the winner was George Axten
from Kings Lynn A separate
competition for Richmond Park
members was won by David Adcock
Richmond Park Golf Club Senior Section
On Saturday 21st August at Ashill
rectory Garden there will be a Fun
BBQ from 4pm to 8pm Tickets are
just pound5 for adults and pound250 for
children and include BBQ Salads
and delicious desserts
We hope to raise enough money at
this event to fund another year of
education for children in Uganda
who we have supported for six years
Tickets are available from Ann Bunn
on 01760 440 150
Fun Barbecue for Ugandan Children
The Annual Summer Show will
be held on SATURDAY
AUGUST 7trade This is an
opportunity for residents of
Rocklands and the surrounding
area to exhibit Fruit and
Vegetables Flowers Cookery
Art and Handicrafts and for the
children to show off their skills
in various classes
Entries for the show are
accepted between 9am and
12noon with judging
commencing at 1pm Doors are
open to the public at approx
330pm Show Schedules are
available from Post Office
Stores Rocklands or Margaret
Lister
If you feel you would like to
take part in our Summer Show
and would like more
information contact Margaret
Lister on 01953 483417
Annual Summer Show at Rocklands
Celebrations Celebrations You are all warmly invited to join
us at Choral Evensong at St
Mary‟s Church Watton on
Sunday 1st August at 530pm for
a special service of prayer and
beautiful church music and
afterwards for tea and cake
This is a celebration as our church
choir is one of 67 choirs affiliated
to the Royal School of Church
Music in Norfolk
Do come and enjoy the music and
see for yourselves You may
even want to join us We are
always happy to welcome new
members to the Choir
Goods amp services - warranties Repairs for goods can be expensive and it is very
important that warranties provide adequate
protection Unfortunately Citizens‟ Advice Bureaux
continue to hear about clients whose warranties
have not been honoured Here are some of the cases
dealt with by Bureaux throughout the country
Bishops Waltham reported that a woman had
purchased a buggy for pound150 at Babies R Us in
May 2009 She noticed that the elbow joints were
becoming loose and she believed this was
dangerous as it could pinch a child‟s fingers She
took it back to Babies R Us in January 2010 and
they sent it back to the manufacturer which
returned it and stated that the bolts had been
tightened (despite the fact that the joints were
riveted not bolted) The elbow joints did initially
seem tighter but the problem soon reappeared and
so the client took the buggy back again and
complained Babies R Us refused to replace the
buggy but sent it to their quality assurance
department which stated that the problem was due
to wear and tear She asked to see the manager
and explained that the buggy was within the
warranty period and that she was most unhappy
that her child was in danger every time she used
it The manager walked away and would not
discuss it Other customers came up to her in the
store and said they had had similar experiences
Southend saw a man who had bought a second
hand van for about pound4000 from The Van Centre
He had taken it back to the trader twice within six
weeks of purchasing it because the engine kept
cutting out and the client believed it was not safe
to drive Despite the fact that the van was covered
by warranty The Van Centre refused to rectify
the problems The client was frustrated at having
been sold a faulty van and very annoyed that he
received no help when he returned it He was also
very anxious and worried about the safety of the
vehicle especially as he had two children who
travel with him at times
Sometimes failure to honour a warranty is
compounded by other unfair trading practices such
as pressure to upgrade the faulty goods to a more
expensive version or mis-selling of inappropriate or
unnecessary insurance Ash told us about a client
who had problems with a secondhand vehicle She
had purchased a car with a warranty from a local
dealer using a hire purchase agreement In the first
12 months the car suffered repeated electrical
problems which the dealer was unable to resolve
The offer of a courtesy car was not honoured
resulting in additional expense for the client When
the client refused to drive the car again the dealer
encouraged her to exchange it for a newer model
and refinance The client agreed but the finance was
refused as a result of a poor credit rating The client
was left locked in a finance agreement for a car
which she considered unroadworthy despite the fact
that it was under warranty
Southend saw a woman who had purchased a
treadmill from Argos for pound29999 Four months
later she purchased breakdown insurance for pound44
However when the equipment needed repairing
she was told by Argos that the insurance was not
valid because it was taken out more than 45 days
after purchase She was given a handwritten note
saying that the claim was rejected by the insurer
Allianz Kings for this reason and was told that
she could ask them to refund her premium No
other remedy was offered When the adviser rang
Allianz Kings they were told that the insurance
did not cover the fault because the goods were
within the manufacturers two year warranty
period and a claim should in fact be made on this
Allianz Kings said that this is what Argos had
told them and there was no mention of the issue
of when the insurance was purchased The client
was annoyed at Argos for failing to rectify the
situation and identify who was responsible She
was also frustrated that she had been sold and
had begun to pay for insurance which appeared to
be useless and unnecessary at least for the two
years of the warranty
If you think that you have been similarly affected by
consumer issues and you would like help and advice
then please call in to your local Bureau or you could
also contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or
use their website at wwwconsumerdirectgovuk
Sports News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 23
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Ring Lesley Horn For 1 to 1 beginnerrsquos support in your own home
Friendly patient and knowledgeable help with using your computer to find things on the Internet email your family amp
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Attleborough High in the Beach Volleyball Tournament
Three teams from Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre were
entered into the first Norfolk Beach
volleyball Tournament on Great
Yarmouth central beach This was the first
volleyball competition the school has
entered and there was an air of excitement
after some good practice sessions
Two U16 boys teams from Attleborough
High were entered into the 15 strong
league
Team 1 consisting of Richard Adelugba
Daniel Dean Matthew Brookson and Joe
Whiterod took a while to get use to the
sand losing their first game against Notre
Dame 17-9 Communication and
technique improved dramatically and the
Attleborough team went on to win against
Alderman Peel team 2 (25-9) Great
Yarmouth team 2 (23-11) and Oriel team
3 (20-17) The whole team worked well
together with excellent serving and
committed dives shown by all particularly
Richard saw Attleborough Team 1 sail
through to the play-off
Team 2 from Attleborough High consisted
of Callum Langstaff Jake Horscroft
Matthew Miller and Daniel Thompson
Some excellent combination play between
Callum and Jake saw this team win their
first game against Lynn Grove 19-11
Matthew put in some excellent serves in
the second game and Daniel‟s athletic
dives saw another win against Alderman
Peel team 3 (24-18) This team lost focus a
little towards the end and lost their final
two games against Oriel team 1 and Great
Yarmouth team 3 With two big wins to
start the tournament Attleborough team 2
managed to come 2nd in their group and
go into the play-off‟s
Team 1 played two teams to battle it out
for 1st 2nd and 3rd place Confidence was
boosted with great combinations of dig
set and smash to gain a win over
Alderman Peel team 1 (17-14) Next was
the unbeaten Oriel team 1 who always
took 3 touches to control and set up the
perfect smash was Attleborough found
hard to return
Final score here was 11-8 to Oriel
Attleborough Team 1 finished in 2nd
place out of 15 teams
Team 2 from AHS faced Notre Dame and
Oriel team 3 in their play-off and even
though excellent commitment was shown
to get even the slightest touch on the ball
two defeats left them in 6th place out of 15
One U16 girls team from Attleborough
High was entered consisting of Lauren
Willingham Annalise Gray Holly
Warren Ellie Philpott Sinead
Bollingbroke and Charlotte Ord The
girls team had 2 substitutes and took a
while to get use to the rotation of
positions The first game against
Alderman Peel 1 saw a closely contested
battle with some brilliant smashes from
Lauren but unfortunately the final
whistle blew at 17-16 to the opponents
With great determination and some
excellent set plays coming together from
Anna and Ellie the girls team went to
win three of their final games Caister
(19-16) Alderman Peel 4 (20-16) and
Lynn Grove (34-8)
Three out of four wins saw the
Attleborough High School girls through to
the grand final to play Notre Dame Even
though Sinead served brilliantly
throughout the team lost 48-21 leaving
Attleborough U16 girls to finish 2nd out
of 11 teams
Player from Watton United FC took
a break from the World Cup action
this month to try their hand on the
golf course at their 4th Annual Golf
Tournament on Friday 25th June
An impressive total of 23 x 4 man
teams competed this year The
competition comprised of 18 holes
under stableford rules with prizes
for the individual best score and
team score taking the best two
scores on each hole from each team
This year also saw the presentation
of the RICK NEAVE cup in
memory of Watton United‟s former
manager being awarded to the
highest scoring individual who has
played for Watton United FC and a
new award presented to the person
with the lowest overall round
The club were pleased to see a
number of current club members
taking part together with some
familar faces from the past including
ex Watton United Managers Tony
Shipp Bob Taylor and ex players
Andy Hunt Paul Jarvis Daryl
Woodward Andy Campbell and
Richard Spillman Ollie Applegate
Karl Pitcher all appearing in teams
for the first time
Winners were as follows
BEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE 1st B
Taylor (47 points) 2nd H Waters (46
points) 3rd D Rudling (45 points)gt
BEST TEAM SCORE 1st Team
Spillman (S Spillman R Spillman
D Rudling I Bonser (99 points) 2nd
Team Shipp (T Shipp G Rowlands
K Kitteridge T Lyons (97 points)
3rd Team Wordley (S Wordley R
Bailey P Legrice M Mace (95
points)
RICK NEAVE CUP Bob Taylor (47
Points)
LOWEST GROSS ROUND Paul
Matless (72 shots)
OTHER AWARDS Nearest The Pin
(Hole 3) - Jon Sproston Longest
Drive (Hole 9) - Stuart Livock
Longest Drive (Hole 13) - P Matless
Nearest The Pin (Hole 17) - Phil
Patience Wooden Spoon (Paul
Rayner)
The club would like to again extend
its thanks to thanks Simon Jessop at
Richmond Park Golf Club for
providing excellent hospitality
throughout the day and allowing the
club to put on this much needed
fundraiser each year Details of next
year‟s competition will available in
2011
Pictured are the winning team left to
right S Spillman D Rudling R
Spillman I Bonser
Watton Uniteds 4th Annual Golf Day
ST MARYrsquoS CHURCH WATTON
GRAND FETE amp CAR BOOT SALE
on the field next to St Maryrsquos Church Car Park Saturday 21st August from 900am to 100pm
Raffle ~ Games ~ Cakes ~ Refreshments Car boot places at pound4 per car no need to book Please contact the Parish Office 01953 881252
Picture Supplied
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 24 Sports News
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12 Noon on the 16th August Page space is allocated strictly on a first come first served basis Deadline is the latest
date and time that copy will be considered for inclusion Arrival of copy before
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If you are submitting on paper you MUST sign and include your contact details
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You can contact Julian by ringing (01953) 858908 You can write to 32 High
Street Watton IP25 6AE Or you can leave copy in the bin at Adcocks 32 High
Street Watton
The e-mail address is julianmidnorfolktimescom
All views expressed in the Mid-Norfolk Times are those of the contributors and
not the publishers While every care and effort has been taken to ensure accuracy
the publisher cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions
This issue of the Mid-Norfolk Times was published by Julian Horn 32 High Street Watton IP25 6AE and printed through
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EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 15
By David and Carolyn Jessup
It‟s always good to have a driving
licence as it gives the local people
an extra string to their bow when
seeking a job It seems like with
many things in South Africa that
there is a certain amount of
corruption involved with driving
tests Ivy decided that she wanted
to take a test and had already been
told by Cute the girlfriend of her
boss that the Examiners were open
to monetary persuasion She
decided that rather than chance
failing she would try this route -
failing would of course bring the
additional expense of at least one
further test
Ivy contacted the Examiner
who agreed that he would
accept R2000 to pass
already less than Cute had
paid So I took her to
Thulamarshe for her driving
test although she wanted an
extended lesson prior to the
test She had already had a
few lessons in what could
only be described as a
possibly unroadworthy
bakkie on some rough unsurfaced
land staked out with sticks to
reverse between The bakkie was
missing one wing mirror and had
no inside mirror so reversing was
a problem On the way to the test
centre I quickly showed her how to
do a three point turn and then we
went to find an Instructor
We followed a vehicle for about 2
km to another rough piece of land
where there were a number of
other people receiving tuition in
large trucks Apparently trucks are
easier to drive than cars Ivy had a
lengthy discussion with an
Instructor and came away saying
he was too expensive We went
back to the test centre and she had
a small lesson with another
Instructor went for her test and
ldquopassedrdquo after handing over the
bribe Since coming back home I
have learnt that this practise is also
rife in Eastern Europe so maybe
we are surrounded by drivers who
have never passed an official test
Before Cute took her test she was
driving around with a friend when
she was stopped by the Police
With no official licence at that
time she was concerned that she
may be asked to produce
documents Luckily they did not
ask for these items but merely
requested the mobile telephone
numbers of the two ladies
probably to call them for a date
Fortunately the ladies were both
alert and gave incorrect numbers
There are often breakdown
vehicles near the main traffic lights
(robots) in Hazyview and an
inquisitive Ivy asked them why
they were waiting there
Apparently they often put oil on
the road at night especially when
the roads are wet to try to cause
accidents They were not ashamed
or shy to admit this and were not at
all concerned if people are injured
or killed as long as they get
business from the accidents
I was stopped no less than 5 times
by the local Police Sometimes just
checking vehicles and the
registration and other times for
trivialities like not coming to a halt
at a 4-way stop sign Once I was
stopped for speeding 79 kph in a
60 limit that I hadn‟t noticed After
protracted discussion and a view of
the video I was informed the fine
would be R750 although they
would accept R300 If I wanted a
receipt this would mean going to a
distant Police Station with the
possibility of a long wait I decided
to hand over R300 and get on our
way This later caused me some
resentment as the money obviously
went into the pocket of the Officer
Unfortunately and stupidly I did
not take a name and although I
reported the matter I never heard
any more If there is a next time I
shall know exactly what to do
Ever since we have been going to
Africa I have always tried to avoid
running over and killing any live
creature Sometimes it cannot be
avoided and I had at least two
instances this time which I have
regretted ever since I was driving
quite fast along the main road
heading for our house when a
Vervet Monkey ran from the road
side and into the path of the car I
could not avoid hitting it and the
loud thud made me feel quite sick
Looking in my mirror I could see
the Monkey lying dead in the road
- 10 minutes later I drove back to
town and the body had
disappeared At first I thought it
may have been moved by its
grieving family but it was probably
picked up by one of the large
raptors which regularly hover
above the road
Even more sickening was the time
I was driving in the grounds of a
local Hotel and I saw from the
car what I thought were
thousands of large flies floating
just above the ground There
were literally millions and I
avoided opening the car door to
investigate in case they all came
in I drove for about 300 metres
on this track before I got out for
an appointment and to my
absolute horror I then realised
they were baby frogs There had
been heavy rain the previous night
and they had all come up from the
nearby river It was an awesome
sight to see so many frogs together
but I was so angry that I had not
identified what they were until it
was too late
Relationship difficulties Bereavement Stress
BullyingAbuse Addictions Depression
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883288
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South Africa again with a Touch of Mozambique and Swaziland
Watton in Bloom
On Sunday 4th July on a glorious summer
morning Watton Town Mayor Mr Roy Ivory
selected the best garden for summer blooms
on behalf of the Watton Society Despite the
cold frosty Spring and two weeks of drought
in late June Mr DR and Mrs AL Ankerman
were again awarded the silver platter to hold
for a year Of course most residents are not
aware that the Mayor is about the town
judging the gardens as this as a competition
that is not formally entered The Watton
Society are happy to make this award for the
fourteenth year with the help of the Mayor the
society‟s Honorary President Ten certificates
are awarded to those gardeners reaching a
highly commended standard in recognition of
their achievements Bryan H Wykes Vice
Chairman Watton Society
Fabulous mixed media Summer Art Exhibition 15 Talented local amp regional artists will be
displaying their work in mediums to include
watercolour gouache graphite wood
textile between Saturday 7th and Saturday
21st August in the Dragonfly Gallery at
Wayland House High St Watton Opening
Times are 10am ndash 4pm weekdays 10am ndash
1pm Saturdays There will be a Preview
Evening on Friday 6th August between 7pm
and 830pm All works on display can be
purchased - the preview evening is very
popular and recommended if you are
looking to buy and there will be a free glass
of wine and nibbles Please contact Susan
Hollingworth 01953 880205 for further
information
This month we did something completely
different for our WI meeting We spent
our time walking around Watton
following clues on a bdquoMurder Mystery
Trail‟ This was of course a fictional
murder but we had tremendous fun
solving the clues and finding out some
interesting facts about the history of
Watton on the way I don‟t think it would
be fair of me to tell you who did do it as
some of you may have intentions of
following the trail yourselves We
finished up at our meeting hall where we
enjoyed refreshments
Janet Oxborough from Ashill WI then
reported on the NFWI National AGM she
had attended in Cardiff in June As
expected the resolution urging the
Government on the mandatory labelling
of meat fish and poultry with true
country of origin was carried with a very
large majority Pat thanked Janet for a
very comprehensive account of the
meeting Birthday posies were presented
to Sandra and Jan and the raffle was won
by Joyce Jan and guest Janet Oxborough
Barbara will be hosting a Macmillan
Coffee Morning on Friday 10th
September ndash a little earlier than the
official date We also received details of
the Norfolk amp Norwich Operatic
Society‟s production at the Theatre Royal
in January ndash this is to be bdquoFiddler on the
Roof‟
Next month will be a social evening in
Watton Christian Community Centre
starting at 730 pm For information about
the WI as always the number to ring is Pat
on 882275 or Barbara on 882595
Who done it
Prayer of the Heart Activities at Watton Methodist Church Comprising Christian Meditation and Bi Monthly Worship For those seeking reflective
prayer mid-week worship with a more reflective and contemporary feel and those who
enjoy exploring their faith by reading spiritual books old and new
This month Christian Meditation in the vestry 2nd and 16th August for further details
ring Joyce 01953 88667
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 16 News
She did it She did it What a brave woman Frances
Packham is jumping out of a plane and being parachuted
safely down to earth by an experienced member of the
parachute team How proud of her I was watching her
come into sight out of the clouds and landing safely on the
ground and still managing to smile to her friends and
family anxiously watching her landing Perhaps it was a
grimace but we were all cheering and toasting her safe
return in champagne supplied by her partner Charles
Frances did this brave deed to do something special for
her 60th Birthday and at the same time to raise funds for
the local Charity Big C in memory of her friend Jim
Scrymgeour I am pleased to say that he knew she was
doing it for big C but when he died before the event he
would have been so touched by her thoughts for him
Sponsorship money is still coming in but to date Frances
has raised around pound1000 There is still time to donate to
Big C and donations can be left at the Wayland
Partnership Office
When Jim Scrymgeour died after losing his battle with
cancer with myself and our two sons Alan and Barrie at
his bedside we were grateful for all the prayers said for
him during his illness which I am sure kept him free from
pain right to the end As a family we were completely
overwhelmed by the cards (over 200) letters and flowers
sent to us with the messages that he was regarded as a
friendly funny person and always the gentleman At his
funeral there wasnt a seat to be had in the church He
would have been as overwhelmed as we were and I thank
everyone who took the time to come and pay their
respects The total sent by the undertakers to Big C was
pound81225
I have lots of thanks to make to the Doctors and nurses at
the Colney Centre to Dr Muller and Dr Kim the trainee
who were wonderful to Rosie from McMillan nurses to
the district nurses at Watton who were so supportive to
both of us who made him very comfortable and never
complained about his attitude to taking medication I have
to thank all our friends who were there for us and for me
since Jim has gone To the love and support I have felt
from my lovely customers at Top to Toe and a
very special thank you to my staff Alan
Gosia Kay and Rosemary who held
everything together running the shop in my
absence
To my brother and my brother in law for their
love lastly to God for giving me two
wonderful sons Alan and Barrie who with
their partners have been there for me as I
mourn the loss of my husband of 42 Years
He lived for those he loved And those he
loved remembered Marilyn Scrymgeour
HJC Ltd Motor Engineers
Servicing amp MOT preparation to all makes of
modern cars amp light commercials
Tyres Exhausts amp Batteries supplied and fitted
Courtesy cars available
Ask for Steve at 5 Linmore Court Threxton Rd
Industrial Estate Watton
Tel 01953 889924
Howlett - Rook
The wedding took place at Dereham Registry Office on the 11 th June of Mr
Wayne Howlett son of Barbara and Bryan Howlett of Holden Close
Oulton Broad and Miss Emma Rook daughter of Cathy and Colin Rook of
Hunters Oak Watton
The Bride was given away by her father and wore a Baby Pink dress She was
attended by Josie Mel Becky Summer and sisters Hollie and Debbie were
present The Best Man was Mr Reece Howlett and Kev and Rob were Ushers
The couple honeymooned for short break in London which will be followed
by a family holiday to Disney World in Florida at Christmas
What a star she is
Low Maintenance Gardens
Designed amp Built
LANDSCAPE GARDENING Tim Luxton Established 1973
Patios ~ Paths ~ Fencing ~ Shingle Drives Seeding ~ Turfing Etc
Photos and References always available For a Quality Job amp Free Quote
Phone Tim Luxton on 01603 880184 wwwtimluxtonlandscapingcouk
The Wayland Show The Annual Wayland Show will be held on
Sunday 1st August just outside Watton on the
Brandon Road Last year‟s show was
acclaimed in the press and by many as the
best ever with fantastic weather record
attendance and more exhibitors competitors
and attractions than before It raised a total of
pound7150 for local charities
Among other things featuring in the Grand
Ring this year will be Jive Pony This unique
show has the lot with vaulting dancing
acting costume changes and amazing riding
skills Other very popular attractions are the
Bob Hogg Sheepdog Display West Norfolk
Foxhounds Trinity Foot Beagles and not
forgetting Cyril the Squirrel Racing Terriers
and Mid Norfolk Gundogs
New for 2010 is the Lifestyle Marquee and
planned attractions are a fashion show
cookery demos floral displays hair and
beauty exhibitions and a stunning dance
performance with the chance to relax and take
it all in while enjoying afternoon tea
Our livestock classes are well attended and of
a very high standard and with in-hand and
ridden classes the show is a chance to see
some of our best local Show Horses This year
we also welcome retrained Racehorses and
Working Hunters for the first time We are
also running clear round show jumping
The Wayland Agricultural Society Young
Achiever of the Year 2010 award recognises
outstanding dedication and contribution to
agriculture horticulture wildlife or any other
rural related sector or industry Entrants must
be under 21 years of age and the winner will
be announced prior to the Show and presented
with their award on the day The award is
sponsored by Weco Engineering of Watton
Radio Norfolk and Wayland Radio will be
broadcasting from the showground during the
day The organising Committee also recently
presented a cheque for pound1094100 to The
Nelsons Journey Charity from funds raised at
their annual Dinner Dance Nelsons Journey is
a Norwich based charity which supports
bereaved children and young people under the
age of 18yrs living in Norfolk
As mentioned in last month‟s edition
of the Mid-Norfolk Times Wayland
House in Watton High Street home of
the Wayland Partnership offers a wide
range of services and support to the
Wayland community as a whole We
are constantly striving to increase the
range of services but recognise that it
is vital that the community is made
aware of these services
Firstly we have an ldquoopen doorrdquo policy
and anyone is welcome to drop by to
find out what we offer This can range
from bus pass applications
appointments with the Registrar the
Wayland Community Bank to
exhibitions and events throughout the
year We also submit articles to the
Times and regularly have a slot on
Wayland Radio
However as the local population
grows we want to ensure that
newcomers are included and made
aware of the information and support
they can get from Wayland House For
those with access to the internet you
might be interested in knowing that the
Partnership now has three websites
covering all the areas and activities we
are involved inThe current Partnership
site is wwwwaylandorguk but this is
currently being updated and the new
site will be launched soon Try
wwwthewaylanddragonflygalleryco
uk where you will find current and
forthcoming exhibitions examples of
local artists work for sale within the
Gallery shop
Finally for the business community
we have waylandbusinesscentrecouk
which contains a wealth of valuable
information and links to additional
information We also issue regular
Email Information Bulletins to some
400 local businesses and if you don‟t
already receive them let us know and
we will add you to the database (see
contact details below) Also have a
look at
waylandbusinesscentreblogspotcom
which provides your business with a
chance to share your expertise and
knowledge with a larger audience It
gives you a valuable opportunity to
network and is particularly useful for
sole traders and those who work from
home
You can see us at the Wayland Show
on 1st August where we will be
sharing a stand with the Wayland
Community Bank If you are there
please drop by and see us
We will be submitting regular news
and information to the Times as it
gives us good coverage and is
delivered widely in the area However
for more information on the services
and facilities available from Wayland
House and the Wayland Business
Centre call in to our reception phone
us on 01953 880204 or mail to
iainwaylandorguk
News from the Wayland Partnership
Picture Breckland Photographic
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 17
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Free Quotations amp
Full Planning Service
Massage Treatments
Swedish Massage and Hot Stone Massage
Appointments available at
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Telephone 01953 882125 wwwbroomhallhotelcouk
Holme Hale Pavilion
Summer Fete Saturday 7th August
10am -- 430pm Cake Stall Refreshments Beer
Tent Lots of Childrens games and also for Adults Grand Draw BBQ
(local butcher) Rescue Greyhounds
Institute Advanced Motorists Bouncy Castle also ladies have
your nails amp toenails painted and much much more
All welcome come enjoy
It‟s that time of year again at the
time of writing we are in the middle
of Quilts Three our third annual
exhibition courtesy of the Wayland
Partnership in the Dragonfly Gallery
at Wayland House It gives an
opportunity for others to see exactly
what we do hack tack and stuff With
a name like that we are obviously not
bdquojust another sewing group‟ This
year we were worried about having
enough work to exhibit and then had
far more than we could show The
exhibition opened at 10 o‟clock on
Saturday the 10th July continuing
until the 17th Half way through the
week over one hundred and fifty
visitors had been counted Work on
show included not only quilts of all
sizes but also fabric boxes cushions
bags toys and other examples of the
members‟ crafts made for personal
use and as gifts There were examples
of the Heart cushions given to people
who have had surgery for breast
cancer and quilts for ill
and traumatised
children and teenagers
distributed through the
Norfolk branch of
ProjectLinus There was
a raffle donations box
and articles for sale
Proceeds will go
towards materials for
items for these charities
There will be more
details in the next
edition
Meanwhile meetings
and demonstrations
continued normally including an
excellent example of the latter
featuring a variety of borders by
two clever ladies This was so well
organised that members were
provided with pieces of pre-cut
fabrics so there was no excuse for
not bdquohaving a go‟ We are all fired
with enthusiasm and likely to put
borders on everything I suggest
partners check their shirts and
trousers
The group does not meet in August
but will be back on Tuesday the
14th September at 7 pm in the
Watton Christian Community
Centre for the beginning of another
session meanwhile members and
non-members can check our Blog
at httphtsqgroupblogspotcom
to see what is happening over the
next few months This features a
calendar which has details up until
the end of the year It is also
updated very regularly If you are
not online phone Sue Hart on
01362 822536
Hackers Tackers and Stuffers
Last year Alan Smiths Birthday
present from his daughter and son in
law (Kerry and Chris Varley) was a
book written about some mature men
walking the coast2coast It was so
inspiring and amusing to read that
soon several other people including
his wife (Gill) and 2 close friends
(Tim and Carol Suthers) had also
been inspired and enjoyed the read
All 6 of us enjoy our walks and
encouraged by the two youngest
(Chris amp Kerry) who have done this
before they decided to take up the
challenge From St Bees on the west
coast to Robin‟s Hood Bay on the
east coast some 192 miles in 13 days
will be covered in August this year as
their annual holiday Whilst doing
this they have been encouraged by a
few people to make it an event to
raise money for charity
They thought it would be nice to
support a local charity in East Anglia
and have chosen the East Anglian Air
Ambulance Registered Charity
1083876 They are a 365 day-a-year life-
saving service across Bedfordshire
Cambridgeshire Peterborough Norfolk
and Suffolk The charity is independent
of government and National Lottery
funding and is entirely dependent on
fund-raising and contributions To keep
its two air ambulances flying and to
provide the advanced medical
equipment they carry over pound3 million
per year has to be raised The group
thought it would be good to offer their
support to the EAAA in making this
walk not just their holiday and
challenge but also an event to raise
some cash to help them in their work
Gill also contacted the organisation to
see if they could visit and see first-hand
one of the helicopters and the staff of
EAAA who offer such a valuable and
life-saving service
On average the EAAA are called to
four incidents every day life
threatening situations such as road
traffic accidents incidents involving
people in inaccessible places and
cardiac arrests Because of the
advanced skills drugs and equipment
found on board and being able to
access places impossible for a land
ambulance the EAAA can make the
difference
Will you help us to help them in their
work To make a donation and offer
your support you can visit httpwwwjustgivingcomcoast2coastthevarleyssuthersandsmiths
Birthday Day Present Inspires 3 Couples to take up a Challenge
From left to right Chris Varley Alan Smith Gill Smith
Kerry Varley Carol Suthers and Tim Suthers
At Wayland Scout Group we
started the month with a Family
Day the Cubs and Scouts cooked
lunch for over 50 people to
celebrate our first AGM Parents
siblings Leaders and the District
Commissioner John Sweeney
were treated to dips and cruditeacutes
Southern Fried Chicken rice and
beans and salads followed by
apple pie and custard
All the young people did a fantastic
job creating a delicious meal made
even better by the wonderful weather
Following a cricket match we were
joined by Rev Geoff Garrett from St
May‟s Church who dedicated our
new flags for us
The afternoon was finished in fine
style with a wonderful array of
homemade cakes and a cup of tea
The Leaders would like to pass on
their thanks to everyone for their
wonderful support and help
The Cubs recently enjoyed a craft
night creating robots form junk
including turning one Cub into an
android by creating an amazing
costume for him
This term the Scouts have been
working towards their Global
Challenge including looking at
different traditions around the
world As it is nearly the end of
term they had plenty of fun
making a traditional Fez with
maybe a nod to Doctor Who who
has recently made the hats cool
The Scout Troop has also been
challenged by the local Rotarians to
have a camp using only a Shelter Box
tent and the emergency equipment
provided in the box Of course they
have accepted the challenge and will
be holding this
camp in mid-
August Our aim
is to be
sponsored so we
can raise enough
money be able
to buy a Shelter
Box for the
charity If you
would like to
sponsor us
please contact
Theresa Cutts on 01953 884243
or email
waylandscoutsgooglemailcom for
more information
At a recent event hosted by the
County Commissioner Richard
Butler the Leaders were also
presented with certificates to
congratulate them on opening a
successful Cub Pack Scout Troop
and building a Leadership team
We are also looking forward to a
4 day activity camp in August
with the rest of South West
Norfolk District If you are
interested in finding out more
about Scouting in Watton please
email us on the address above
AGM Androids and Fezs
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 18 News
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Alcohol Paypoint
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Fresh Seasonal Vegetables Home Produced Pork
01953 483 375
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Visit our Social Club - Bar open every Wednesday and Friday from
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The bdquoAttleborough Players‟ amateur
dramatic society has been entertaining
people in the locality for more than 35
years with shows pantomimes plays
concerts and we are currently
rehearsing a musical play to feature a
group of our very talented younger
members to be staged in October
Since present day legislation has strict
demands for separate changing
facilities for adults and youngsters we
now have an additional burden on our
already strained finances
The society is a registered charity and
finances have been maintained at a
respectable level by staging shows
and our popular bdquoFish bdquon‟ Quiz‟
evenings on a regular basis hopefully
we will be presenting another quiz in
November Ticket prices have been
kept at a very competitive pound5 for most
of our shows takings which go
mostly towards running costs the rest
into a dwindling bank account In
these days of drastic belt tightening
we prefer to keep the cost of tickets
low to benefit our audiences This
means of course that our pool of
monetary assets has developed a
steady leak
We are looking for any business or
individual willing to sponsor us
Sponsorship would guarantee
programme and poster advertising to a
negotiable degree while private
individuals would benefit by free
tickets to any of our events of their
choice
Any business or private individual
willing to help us in this way please
contact our treasurer Anne
Greenwood ndash Tel 01953 455022
With our ever increasing membership
particularly of teenagers we think the
bdquoAttleborough Players‟ is a
worthwhile concern to keep running
on an even keel We hope you do too
The Players need your help
Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles By popular request the PHIL
BROOKPETE OXBOROUGH
JAZZ QUARTET are returning to
St Margarets church Breckles on
FRIDAY 17th SEPTEMBER at 730
pm The Quartet also features Ivars
Galenieks bass and Bob Dore
drums Tickets are pound1250 to
include refreshments and can be
obtained from Margaret Morfoot
Telehone 01953 498286 There will
be a beer and wine bar from 7 pm
This is a very popular evening All
proceeds for the upkeep of St
Margarets Church Breckles
Breckles is on the B1111 4 miles
north of the A11B1111 junction
Watton Ballroom Dancing Association
Queenrsquos Hall Watton 8pm till 11pm
Admission pound350
Saturday August 7th Mike 01953 882799
Wayland High School Students‟ British Science Association CREST Award
Twelve Year 9 students at
Wayland High School have
received the British Science
Association‟s CREST award for
designing and producing industry
standard batik artwork bags It is
the first time that the school has
entered the CREST awards
facilitated by The Exchange
(Norfolk Education Business
Partnership) who provided a small
bursary to support the batik
project Photograph of the students
with Batik bags and certificates
attached
Jan Cockburn from The Exchange
who visited the school to present
the awards at a Year 9 assembly
said Congratulations to the
students who carried out the batik
project You have shown great
enthusiasm for the subject and
fully deserve the national
recognition provided by a British
Science Association CREST
award
Val Wenham teacher and batik
artist who led the project said
The students learned the full batik
process including use of wax and
dyes initially experimenting on
paper before developing their
designs for the bags They created
designs that could be reproduced
on an industrial basis and studied
the technological and commercial
side of working in batik
Sadly one of the awards was
presented posthumously Alastair
Codling who also took part in the
batik project received his twin
sister Claire‟s award Claire
passed away earlier this year
For more information about the
work of The Exchange see
wwwnorfolk-exchangeorguk or
tel 01953 601439
For more information about British
Science Association CREST
Awards see
wwwbritishscienceassociationorg
webccafCREST
Pictured left to right are - Back Ellis Stone Harrison Cutts Sophie Shaw Ben Rees Martha Watts Stephanie
Parker Lauren Symons Megan Kennedy Front Alistair Codling Cameron Goldie Sam Beckwith
Our meeting in July had a
slightly different format to the
usual system We held a coffee
and chat event and we accepted a
cheque on behalf of Diabetes
UK for pound1136 presented by the
former chairman of Breckland
District Council
John Rogers The chairman of
our group Ron Thompson
accepted the cheque and said that
the money would be used by
Diabetes UK to help to fund
holidays for children with
Diabetes Councillor John
Rogers was warmly thanked
(Please see separate article for
picture page 14)
At our next meeting on August
9th two of our members will be
talking about the work they do
with the Retired Greyhound
Trust They are going to be
bringing a couple of their four
legged friends too John and Rod
will be suitably tethered to stop
them straying around the tables
and getting in the dogs way
The meeting starts at 1015am at
the Pentecostal Church Watton
(whom we thank for the use of
their facilities) all welcome For
further details about the group or
any of the meetings please
phone Helen 01953 884713 and
leave a message and I will get
back to you as soon as I can
We are have a special meeting on
the 13th September when we are
very fortunate to have as our
speaker Richard Lane OBE
President of Diabetes UK Some of
our members met Richard for the
first time last year and were very
taken by him and his frankness and
honesty about his Diabetes and
what has happened to him He is a
very interesting man and we are
very lucky he is available to come
and speak to us
We will be providing a light buffet
lunch for this meeting at a cost of pound5
per head and we would be pleased to
invite you to join us Because we
need to know numbers for the
catering arrangements please could
you phone David 01362 696781
before August 9th if you would like
to attend this special meeting
Watton amp District Group - Diabetes UK
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 19
Poet‟s Place Poet‟s Place is open once more to all readers to
submit their own work for publication All
contributions are welcome and will be printed
unedited for reader‟s enjoyment
A GOOD DEAL
When I‟m watching the birds in our garden
Little lambs that gambol in fields
I thank God I have such perception
This is what I would call a good deal
A small child with a smile that is wistful and shy
And a look to melt hearts made of steel
With a grasp of tiny soft fingers
Makes me realise what a good deal
Our cat usually independent and strong
Purrs around at my feet rubs my heel
I know it‟s because he wants feeding
He knows he is on a good deal
When dining out at a pub or cafeacute
I go where they serve a fine meal
With the atmosphere right and excellent food
Best of all I will get a good deal
Shopping in town for my clothing
Can be such a blinking ordeal
I go and intend not to overspend
And resolve I will get a good deal
Deciding on presents for Christmas
Then doing my best to conceal
The parcels I‟ve bought for each person
It‟s fine to receive a good deal
The flowers that grow in my garden
I planted in Spring with such zeal
Are now blooming so bright with such colours
I can see I have got a good deal
When I meet with my friends for a bridge game
My excitement I try to conceal
When the cards that I hold help me win lots of points
It‟s because I‟ve been dealt a good deal
Edith Pleasance copy 290906
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The Street Rocklands 01953 483 217
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01953 458 036 Italian Wines 2 for pound5 Wide range
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01953 860210 If you purchase goods from the shop costing over pound50 (excluding the post office cigarettes lottery and Paypoint) in one transaction then you will be entitled to claim a bottle of Italian wine (worth pound5)
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Market Place New Buckenham
01953 860 351
Village Stores Market Street East Harling
01953 718115 A wide range of products in stock
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01953 453 257 Newspapers amp magazines
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Your Local Village Supermarket
Watton University of the Third Age (U3A) Forty eight members enjoyed the tour
of North Norfolk by train and coach
A superb cream tea at Bircham
Windmill rounded off the tour in style
The next trip is a tour of the Fens with
a professional guide on Friday 17th
September The booking list is now
open contact Ron on 01953 889951
The Croquet Group is now playing at
the Watton Sports Centre on a
Tuesday afternoon New players
would be most welcome including
visitors (potential new members) For
playing times contact Margaret on
01953 882136 Alan Bickers is the
new Leader of the Pub Lunch Group
who will have their first meeting on
Thursday 12th August
Next venue for the Garden Visits
Group is Dunbheagan House near
Dereham with music in the afternoon
and teas in aid of the St Johns
Ambulance Meet at 130pm in the
Queens Hall car park Transport can
be arranged Contact Susan on 01953
881373
The next monthly meeting is on
Thursday 26th August when the
speaker will be Barbara Miller with
ldquoNorwich over the Waterrdquo
The Membership Secretary can be
contacted on 01953 885358 For
further information on the National
U3A go to wwwu3aorg
On Thursday 24th June the
announcement was made in London of
the winner of this year‟s Carnegie
medal That prize has been awarded by
children‟s librarians almost every year
since 1936 for an outstanding book for
children and young people Since 23rd
April when the short-list was
announced 50000 children in schools
all over Britain have been reading the
eight novels - nearly 3000 pages of
high quality fiction Thirty of those
very dedicated readers met on the same
day in Attleborough High School
Library to spend two hours in lively
debate with their guests from Old
Buckenham High School sustained by
strawberries cheese straws and home-
made cakes
The event organised by the school‟s
librarian Helen Gage greatly engaged
the students and staff and much heated
argument about which was the best of
the books on the list ensued The group
voted for their own choice of winner
took lots of photographs and then at
the time stipulated by the Carnegie‟s
national organisers opened the
envelope containing the name of the
winning title Neil Gaiman‟s bdquoThe graveyard book‟ Of the gathering in Attleborough High School‟s
library student Ellie Halls (pictured above) was the only one who had firmly backed that choice In
November the long-list for next year‟s award will be published ndash and the whole wonderful process
will begin again We can‟t wait
Carnegie medal celebration the Attleborough High School big debate
Wayland Happy Circle Our July meeting was a social afternoon with a Beetle Drive followed by a Strawberry Tea Shirley
welcomed 25 members and 1 visitor and seven birthday cards were distributed Our former President
is making good progress and we hope to see her back amongst us soon
Shirley organised the Beetle Drive the first session being won by Molly and Maureen and the second
by Jenny Two of members Margaret and Jenny had prepared the strawberries and cream and these
were enjoyed by all with shortbread and a cuppa The usual raffle was held to close the afternoon
25 members and guests will be going on the outing in July and tea will be taken at Elveden Visitor
Centre followed by a tour of the Stanta Training Area
Our next meeting will be on 3rd August when Tina Cruz will talk to us about Portuguese cooking
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 20 News
July 1st ndash The day that Rotary
Clubs all over the world install their
new presidents And this year
Watton was no exception Outgoing
president Richard Akister handed
over to new president Doctor Mike
Harvey (see pic) Health problems
caused Mike to take early
retirement as a general practitioner
and having come to Norfolk and
settled in Shipdham some 5 years
ago he was introduced to the
Watton Rotary Club and thought it
would be a good platform and outlet
for his considerable energy and
skill He was an instigator of the
Watton Club‟s very
successful fundraising
drive in support of the
bdquoBalloons for Hearts‟
initiative in 20078 With
the help of 2 other Rotary
Clubs pound5300 was raised
and a giant cheque was
presented to the campaign
coordinator We hear that
the cheque is still on
display in the cardiac
reception area at the
NNUH Mike intends to
continue his ministry of the
Watton Club with a
medical flavour
As a prelude to the presidential
handover in both clubs Watton
Inner Wheel and Rotary Clubs
joined forces and held a most
successful bdquoround the houses‟ or
bdquosafari‟ supper Changing sets of 3
or 4 couples rotate around each of
several members‟ houses for the
various courses of an evening meal
with everyone landing up at the
President‟s house for the final
course and a bit of party time
Following our visit to New South
Wales Australia last year the
Watton Club is hosting the first part
of the return Rotary international
friendship exchange in September
Eight couples from various places
in NSW are expected they will stay
with Watton members for a few
days before moving on to be hosted
by Rotarians of various other
Rotary clubs throughout Norfolk
and Suffolk More about this next
month Martin Anscombe
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During a debate about jobs and
unemployment on July 7th I made my
maiden speech in the House of Commons
I have focussed my column this month on
the content and inspirations for the speech
in which I set out why I am so passionate
about representing our area
Maiden speeches have a long tradition in
the Commons and new MPs usually
don‟t involve themselves in debates in the
House until they have made theirs
Maidens give new MPs a chance to talk
about their constituency and to outline
some of the issues they aim to work on
I focused my speech on three key
themes the need for a more local
approach to jobs and housing how the
politically correct bdquorights‟ culture
ignores traditional values and the need
for a better politics
The Rural Way of Life
Living and running a business locally I
know how life in rural England has been
overlooked I know how our traditional
values are too often denigrated and how
Norfolk has become increasingly
marginalised
ldquoTackling that sense of marginalisation
in order to unlock the talents and
aspirations of its people are the
central theme of my work as [an] MP
The people of Mid Norfolk feel
marginalised by the decision-making
process and too often forced to change
in ways that they have neither chosen
nor like The small local voluntary and
rural is all too often crowded out by the
big national professional and urban
[R]ural Britain has been especially
hard hit by unemployment during this
recession and my constituency has
pockets of rural deprivation which are
often hidden Pensioner poverty can
be especially invisible
ldquoPost offices pubs and village shops
close while more and more people are
forced to commute increasing distances
from the mass housing estates that have
been forced on our market towns and
councilsrdquo
ldquoThe people of Mid Norfolk sent me
here to speak up for them so I shall
[They] have found themselves
increasingly powerless in the face of a
tidal wave of legislation and big
government from Europe Whitehall
and unaccountable regional quangos
Many worry that our culture has been
hijacked by an increasingly intolerant
politically correct anything goes
multiculturalism which seems to have
too little respect for the longer
traditions of tolerance personal
freedom and responsibility embedded in
our traditional heritage By pumping
the bellows of local empowerment I
believe that we can reignite the embers
of a culture which can and should be
allowed to coexist with metropolitan
Britain to mutual benefitrdquo
Economic opportunities
Having run my ldquoNorfolk Wayrdquo campaign
for over three years I know how urgently
we need new jobs and opportunities in
Mid Norfolk Average wages here are low
and I wanted to focus on how we can
reignite our economy and strengthen local
communities and services
ldquoIn my three-year candidacy I insisted
on another way we call it the Norfolk
way a vision of a vibrant rural society
based on a renaissance of rural
enterprise smaller pockets of mixed
housing spread more fairly and
sustainably fast-growing small
businesses and jobs back in our villages
and towns less commuting a richer
mix of ages and blue and white-collar
jobs in active communities
ldquoSome may ask Where are those new
jobs and businesses to come from Let
me tell the House Situated between
Norwich and Cambridge are two of the
worlds leading centres of scientific
research and innovation in food
biomedicine and the clean
technologies all of which are so vital
to the global challenges that we face
Mid Norfolk is perfectly positioned to
become a hub of entrepreneurial
activity and new jobs With the world-
leading John Innes centre the Institute
of Food Research world-class
agriculture and high-tech engineering
along the A11 corridor we can lead
those new economic sectors on which
we will increasingly dependrdquo
ldquoAs someone who came to politics after
a 15-year career in creating new
technology businesses I hope to be able
to put my experience to good use in that
area However that revolution cannot
happen without two essential things
new models of investment in
infrastructure including the A11 rural
broadband and rail links and some
local leadershiprdquo
Giving People Responsibility
I believe in giving local communities
power Residents in a village know the
problems they have and usually know
how to solve them better than somebody
in an office miles away During my
speech I called for a new approach
ldquoThe stale post-war model of statist
centralisation and dependence on the
Whitehall handout has failed Norfolk
Rural Britain is the repository of
some important virtues that our modern
culture has neglected a deep belief in
self-help and responsibility an
insistence that everybody in a
community has a role and the rejection
of a shallow media cultures obsession
with celebrity and a love of the small
the different and the local These are
qualities that are deeply rooted in the
English character
ldquoAt the heart of this manifesto is a big
idea that citizenship is forged
through the empowering act of the
state granting responsibility to its
citizens That is the central idea which
has brought me into politics as a
Conservative and which I am delighted
is once again the idea at the heart of
modern Conservatism and this
coalitionrdquo
It was an honour to make my maiden on
behalf of the people of Mid Norfolk and
if you would like a full transcript of the
speech please email
Georgefreemanmpparliamentuk or
watch the video of the speech on my
website wwwgeorgefreemancouk
The Westminster View
George Freeman is the Conservative MP
for Mid-Norfolk The object of this
column is to help readers stay in touch
with their MP - it is not intended as a
reflection of the political views of anyone
associated with the Mid Norfolk Times
Watton Rotary Roundup
People for Animal Care Trust
(PACT) and Caine Lloyd of
Lloyd Engineering in Watton are
organising an adventure to climb
Mount Kilimanjaro in spring
2011 The intention is to raise
funds for PACT through
sponsorship and to have some fun
doing so
My name is Geoff Bell and I am
one of the people who are taking
part in this Challenge I have the
funds for my part in this challenge
but I fell it would be good to raise
funds for PACT as well
Through the Kili Challenge
PACT will receive funding to
build much needed additional
kennels to house the regular
influx of animals they have
PACT is based in Woodrising
and work hard to ensure the
welfare of animals in Norfolk
PACT‟s web-site is
wwwpactsanctuaryorg and more
information about them can be
obtained from there With your
kind help it would be a great
honour and privilege to extend
my support for PACT by taking
part in this challenge and to be of
help and support to one of the
loves in my life
If you would like to sponsor me
to take part in this challenge and
raise much needed funding for
PACT then please contact me
through Facebook or ring me on
01953-882925 For more
information you can ring PACT
on 01362 820775 or Caine on
01953 881255 I will also be
holding three public collection
days for this outside the Co-op in
Watton on the 18th August 15th
September and 13th October
Thank you for your support
The Kili Challenge in aid of PACT
Picture Supplied
Church Times and Puzzle
Watton Churches Together Service Calendar for August 2010
St Maryrsquos Church Watton 1st 3rd amp 4th Wednesday at 930am Holy Communion
2nd Wednesday Morning Worship Church Office opens Tues
Wed amp Thurs 9am-1pm Tel 01953 881252
margaretchurchadmfreeservecouk wwwstmaryswattonorg
Sun 1st 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
530pm Choral Evensong
Sun 8th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
Sun 15th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Sun 22nd 800am Holy Communion
1000am All Age Worship
12 noon Holy Baptism
630pm Praise and Worship with Shine
Sun 29th 800am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Watton Methodist Church Every Wednesday the Church is open for quiet reflection and
prayer between 1000am amp 1200noon
Itrsquos your quiet place At 1030 there is a half-hour Midweek
Service in the Large Vestry led by the Minister or a Church
Member wwwwattonmethodistbtikcom
Sun 1st 1045am Rev Barbara Winner Holy Communion
630pm Rev Brian Eagle
Sun 8th 1045am Mr Richard Hompstead
630pm Mrs Janet Roebuck
Sun 15th 1045am Mrs Sonia Mann
630pm Mr Brian Lawrence
Sun 22nd 1045am Mrs Elsie Warby
630pm Revd Barbara Winner Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1100am Section Service at Saham Hills
Mr John Winner
630pm Rev Brian Eagle Holy Communion
Roman Catholic Community Each Sat 530pm Mass at Watton Methodist Church
Pentecostal Church Dereham Road Watton There is a Noahs Ark Sunday and Kings Kids for children
during the Sunday morning services
Sun 1st 1030am Morning Service with guest speakers
Christian amp Ann Fernandez from La Rochelle France
Sun 8th 1030am Family Service amp Doughnuts
600pm Prayer amp Praise with guest speaker
Dama Safari from Shalom Africa
Sun 15th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Freed from your past‟
Sun 22nd 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Made in God‟s image‟
600pm Prayer and Praise
Sun 29th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoChanged by love‟
St Nicholasrsquo Church Ashill Tuesdays 1000am Said Holy Communion
Sun 1st 930am Lay Led Morning Worship
Sun 8th 930am Morning Worship
Sun 15th 930am All Age Worship
Sun 22nd 930am Holy Communion
St Georgersquos Church Saham Toney Sun 1st 1030am Benefice Service of Holy Communion
Sun 8th 1100am Morning Worship and Holy Baptism
Sun 15th 1100am Pet Service
1230pm Holy Baptism
Sun 22nd 1100am Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1030am Group Service of Holy Communion
SS Peter amp Paulrsquos Church Carbrooke Sun 8th 1030am All Age Worship
Sun 15th 1030am Holy Communion
Sun 22nd 1030am Lay Led Morning Worship
1230pm Holy Baptism
St John the Evangelist Church Ovington Thursdays 800am Said Holy Communion
Sun 8th 12 noon Pet Service
Sun 22nd 930am Lay Led All Age Worship
Breckles Caston Great Hockham Griston Merton Stow Bedon
Thompson
Worship Calendar August 2010
Sunday 1st August
1030 am United Holy Communion Thompson
Sunday 8TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Breckles
(Patronal Festival)
Sunday 15TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Gt Hockham
1030 am United Holy Communion Caston
Sunday 22ND August 900 am Holy Communion (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Gt Hockham
Sunday 29TH August
1030 am United Holy Communion Griston
Sunday 5TH September
1030 am United Holy Communion Stow Bedon
Our Pram Service Sunday Club amp WAY youth group
will resume in September
Enquiries The Revd Bob Nichols Tel (01953) 483222
Email revbobnicholsgmailcom
All Saints Church Threxton Sunday 1st August at 10 am
Scribble Pad
Across 7 One looking for riches (76) 8 Something to keep the claws in shape (8) 9 An assistant would be an idea (4) 10 Snap a biscuit for Christmas (7) 12 This clue might lead you the wrong way (5) 14 Fused fuse (5) 16 Feminine pronoun (7) 19 A phaser setting used by Captain Kirk (4) 20 A reserve supply to be drawn on (8) 22 but loose (553)
Down 1 A bright star from Avon (4) 2 Slopey writing (6) 3 infield pagan (7) 4 as chips said the chick (5) 5 Inherited (6) 6 Use this to change names (44) 11 Compared to a relation (8) 13 Earth shaking (7) 15 Of the coldest season (6) 17 How warm snow goes (6) 18 The sound of teddy bears (5) 21 Burn to charcoal (4)
PUZZLE CORNER
pound10 PRIZE CROSSWORD
Would you like to win a pound10 Voucher to spend Simply complete
the crossword on the right and drop it in to The Wayland News bin
at (or post it to) Adcocks 32 High Street Watton Norfolk IP25
6AE before the paper deadline All correct entries will be put into a
draw and the winner will receive a pound10 voucher to spend In the
event of any dispute the decision of the Editor will be final The
clues are a mix of cryptic and easy with one or two anagrams
thrown in just to make it more interesting
The correct solution will be published in the next issue
Last Month‟s Puzzle The winner of last month‟s pound10 prize was Mrs S Dockray of
Nelson Court Watton Well done Mrs Dockray
Thought for the month By Rev Barbara Winner Methodist Church Well the World Cup was disappointing for some of us and so
was Wimbledon There doesn‟t seem much to celebrate Or is
there
There was once a speaker who started off one of his talks by
showing everyone in the audience a pound50 note It was a crisp
new note He asked the room full of people who would like
the pound50 and it was no surprise that most hands went up He
then proceeded to crumple the note up in his hand and then
asked who still wanted it The hands stayed up Next he
dropped the note on the ground and started to grind the note
with his shoe When he picked it up it was dirty and
crumpled When he asked who still wanted it the hands stayed
up Well of course they did ndash just because it was crumpled
and dirty didn‟t prevent it being worth the pound50 just as it had
been in the beginning when he started his talk The note was
still of value ndash the value hadn‟t changed
We are in a time of change and cuts and we don‟t quite know
what‟s coming next But whatever cuts and changes come
however much we feel the effects our value as people has not
changed Life throws all sorts of things at us and we can end
up feeling crumpled and trodden on In God‟s eyes we are
loved and precious ndash valuable And no amount of cuts
changes and troubles will change this God‟s love for us is a
pure gift ndash it is not subject to cuts and change We read in the
Bible that God so loved the world that he gave his son that we
might have life And what‟s more it is a gift freely given
Now that really is worth celebrating
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 22 News
MOTs pound3500 VEHICLES FROM V 99 ONWARDS pound40 FOR OLDER VEHICLES
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Tel 01362 820416
Has Your PC Slipped a Disc Netted a virus Mouse trapped and
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For all manner of computer repairs and support
Call Julian Horn on 01953 881885 ldquoSilver Surferrdquo support a speciality
SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEAS Hosted by St Maryrsquos Church in August
Sunday 15th August Christian Community Centre 230pm until 4pm All
welcome - please come along and bring family and friends
Watton United FC have begun
preparing for life in Anglian
Combination Division 1 by
appointing ex - Diss and Watton
player Paul Nicholls to assist with
training and match days whilst he
awaits his return to football from a
serious injury Manager Vince
Harwood has welcomed his return
to the club in a coaching capacity
and hopes his experience at a
higher level will improve the
young players currently at the club
Further changes behind the scenes
include the appointment of Ian
Hunt and Christian Hayward to
assist with running the reserve
team this season and they are
encouraging any new players to
attend training on Wednesday
nights at Watton Sports Centre
(7pm start)
The club has also arranged a number
of Preseason friendlies for the first
team all at home versus Watton
United 18s Dersingham Rovers
(Friday 6th August) and Thetford
Rovers (Wednesday 11th August)
kicking off at 645pm Their first
league fixture is a local derby away
at Wymondham Town on Tuesday
17th August
The reserves new management
team are looking forward to home
games against Thetford Rovers
Reserves (Wednesday 4th August)
and an unnamed team (Friday 13th
August) before their season starts
on Thursday 19th August away at
Mattishall Reserves All games
Kick off at 645pm
The club also have a number of
advertising opportunities available
this season with programme
adverts and advertising boards at
the ground all priced at pound50 for the
season Anyone interested should
contact Paul Woods on
07917361762 or email
infowattonunitedfccouk
Getting ready for the new season
For a small very rural bowls club
Ashill has exceeded all expectations
this year Our men reached the
quarterfinals of the Bales Cup and
Peter Bunn Colin Breeze Bob Hall
and Alan Willer reached the same
stage in the Norfolk County Fours The
men also lie 2nd in the Central North
Division just a half point behind
Thetford The ladies section not to be
outdone have also faired very well
Chris Bailey reaching the quarterfinals
of the County Unbadged Singles
before succumbing to an opponent
from Freethorpe she Inga Healy and
Jackie Taylor got to the quarterfinals of
the Coronation Cup and the latter two
and Sheila Malyon reached the semi-
finals of the County Triples before
being beaten by Diss at RG Carters
In the mixed competitions we
overcame Long Stratton Thetford and
Connaught (the latter two on their
home greens) to reach the semi-finals
of the Jermy Cup our opponents being
Freethorpe on Sunday 18th July at the
neutral green of Wymondham and just
recently we won the Coral Cup played
at Watton Bowls Club So far it has
been a very successful and enjoyable
season despite the vagaries of our
uncertain weather
Ashill Bowls Club minnows on a high
The sunny warm and dry weather
has turned parts of the course brown
but has made for some exciting golf
None more so than in the June
monthly medal when David Flack
playing off a handicap of 10 shot a
net 62 In the same competition
Martin Parker achieved a hole in 1
on the par three 12th hole which
made him very happy but led to a
large dent in his bank balance
Recent Stableford competition
winners were Tony Bonner Alan
Blythe Phil Barrall David Wakeford
and David Packard
Recent inter-club match results were
versus Eaton Away lost 2frac12 - 3frac12 V
Royal Cromer away lost 1frac12 - 4frac12 V
Costessey park at home lost 2frac12 -
3frac12 V Gt Yarmouth at home won
5frac12 - frac12
The Seniors Open was held on 1st
July and approx 50 players
representing 14 different clubs
played in a stableford competition It
was an excellent day enjoyed by all
and the winner was George Axten
from Kings Lynn A separate
competition for Richmond Park
members was won by David Adcock
Richmond Park Golf Club Senior Section
On Saturday 21st August at Ashill
rectory Garden there will be a Fun
BBQ from 4pm to 8pm Tickets are
just pound5 for adults and pound250 for
children and include BBQ Salads
and delicious desserts
We hope to raise enough money at
this event to fund another year of
education for children in Uganda
who we have supported for six years
Tickets are available from Ann Bunn
on 01760 440 150
Fun Barbecue for Ugandan Children
The Annual Summer Show will
be held on SATURDAY
AUGUST 7trade This is an
opportunity for residents of
Rocklands and the surrounding
area to exhibit Fruit and
Vegetables Flowers Cookery
Art and Handicrafts and for the
children to show off their skills
in various classes
Entries for the show are
accepted between 9am and
12noon with judging
commencing at 1pm Doors are
open to the public at approx
330pm Show Schedules are
available from Post Office
Stores Rocklands or Margaret
Lister
If you feel you would like to
take part in our Summer Show
and would like more
information contact Margaret
Lister on 01953 483417
Annual Summer Show at Rocklands
Celebrations Celebrations You are all warmly invited to join
us at Choral Evensong at St
Mary‟s Church Watton on
Sunday 1st August at 530pm for
a special service of prayer and
beautiful church music and
afterwards for tea and cake
This is a celebration as our church
choir is one of 67 choirs affiliated
to the Royal School of Church
Music in Norfolk
Do come and enjoy the music and
see for yourselves You may
even want to join us We are
always happy to welcome new
members to the Choir
Goods amp services - warranties Repairs for goods can be expensive and it is very
important that warranties provide adequate
protection Unfortunately Citizens‟ Advice Bureaux
continue to hear about clients whose warranties
have not been honoured Here are some of the cases
dealt with by Bureaux throughout the country
Bishops Waltham reported that a woman had
purchased a buggy for pound150 at Babies R Us in
May 2009 She noticed that the elbow joints were
becoming loose and she believed this was
dangerous as it could pinch a child‟s fingers She
took it back to Babies R Us in January 2010 and
they sent it back to the manufacturer which
returned it and stated that the bolts had been
tightened (despite the fact that the joints were
riveted not bolted) The elbow joints did initially
seem tighter but the problem soon reappeared and
so the client took the buggy back again and
complained Babies R Us refused to replace the
buggy but sent it to their quality assurance
department which stated that the problem was due
to wear and tear She asked to see the manager
and explained that the buggy was within the
warranty period and that she was most unhappy
that her child was in danger every time she used
it The manager walked away and would not
discuss it Other customers came up to her in the
store and said they had had similar experiences
Southend saw a man who had bought a second
hand van for about pound4000 from The Van Centre
He had taken it back to the trader twice within six
weeks of purchasing it because the engine kept
cutting out and the client believed it was not safe
to drive Despite the fact that the van was covered
by warranty The Van Centre refused to rectify
the problems The client was frustrated at having
been sold a faulty van and very annoyed that he
received no help when he returned it He was also
very anxious and worried about the safety of the
vehicle especially as he had two children who
travel with him at times
Sometimes failure to honour a warranty is
compounded by other unfair trading practices such
as pressure to upgrade the faulty goods to a more
expensive version or mis-selling of inappropriate or
unnecessary insurance Ash told us about a client
who had problems with a secondhand vehicle She
had purchased a car with a warranty from a local
dealer using a hire purchase agreement In the first
12 months the car suffered repeated electrical
problems which the dealer was unable to resolve
The offer of a courtesy car was not honoured
resulting in additional expense for the client When
the client refused to drive the car again the dealer
encouraged her to exchange it for a newer model
and refinance The client agreed but the finance was
refused as a result of a poor credit rating The client
was left locked in a finance agreement for a car
which she considered unroadworthy despite the fact
that it was under warranty
Southend saw a woman who had purchased a
treadmill from Argos for pound29999 Four months
later she purchased breakdown insurance for pound44
However when the equipment needed repairing
she was told by Argos that the insurance was not
valid because it was taken out more than 45 days
after purchase She was given a handwritten note
saying that the claim was rejected by the insurer
Allianz Kings for this reason and was told that
she could ask them to refund her premium No
other remedy was offered When the adviser rang
Allianz Kings they were told that the insurance
did not cover the fault because the goods were
within the manufacturers two year warranty
period and a claim should in fact be made on this
Allianz Kings said that this is what Argos had
told them and there was no mention of the issue
of when the insurance was purchased The client
was annoyed at Argos for failing to rectify the
situation and identify who was responsible She
was also frustrated that she had been sold and
had begun to pay for insurance which appeared to
be useless and unnecessary at least for the two
years of the warranty
If you think that you have been similarly affected by
consumer issues and you would like help and advice
then please call in to your local Bureau or you could
also contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or
use their website at wwwconsumerdirectgovuk
Sports News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 23
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Attleborough High in the Beach Volleyball Tournament
Three teams from Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre were
entered into the first Norfolk Beach
volleyball Tournament on Great
Yarmouth central beach This was the first
volleyball competition the school has
entered and there was an air of excitement
after some good practice sessions
Two U16 boys teams from Attleborough
High were entered into the 15 strong
league
Team 1 consisting of Richard Adelugba
Daniel Dean Matthew Brookson and Joe
Whiterod took a while to get use to the
sand losing their first game against Notre
Dame 17-9 Communication and
technique improved dramatically and the
Attleborough team went on to win against
Alderman Peel team 2 (25-9) Great
Yarmouth team 2 (23-11) and Oriel team
3 (20-17) The whole team worked well
together with excellent serving and
committed dives shown by all particularly
Richard saw Attleborough Team 1 sail
through to the play-off
Team 2 from Attleborough High consisted
of Callum Langstaff Jake Horscroft
Matthew Miller and Daniel Thompson
Some excellent combination play between
Callum and Jake saw this team win their
first game against Lynn Grove 19-11
Matthew put in some excellent serves in
the second game and Daniel‟s athletic
dives saw another win against Alderman
Peel team 3 (24-18) This team lost focus a
little towards the end and lost their final
two games against Oriel team 1 and Great
Yarmouth team 3 With two big wins to
start the tournament Attleborough team 2
managed to come 2nd in their group and
go into the play-off‟s
Team 1 played two teams to battle it out
for 1st 2nd and 3rd place Confidence was
boosted with great combinations of dig
set and smash to gain a win over
Alderman Peel team 1 (17-14) Next was
the unbeaten Oriel team 1 who always
took 3 touches to control and set up the
perfect smash was Attleborough found
hard to return
Final score here was 11-8 to Oriel
Attleborough Team 1 finished in 2nd
place out of 15 teams
Team 2 from AHS faced Notre Dame and
Oriel team 3 in their play-off and even
though excellent commitment was shown
to get even the slightest touch on the ball
two defeats left them in 6th place out of 15
One U16 girls team from Attleborough
High was entered consisting of Lauren
Willingham Annalise Gray Holly
Warren Ellie Philpott Sinead
Bollingbroke and Charlotte Ord The
girls team had 2 substitutes and took a
while to get use to the rotation of
positions The first game against
Alderman Peel 1 saw a closely contested
battle with some brilliant smashes from
Lauren but unfortunately the final
whistle blew at 17-16 to the opponents
With great determination and some
excellent set plays coming together from
Anna and Ellie the girls team went to
win three of their final games Caister
(19-16) Alderman Peel 4 (20-16) and
Lynn Grove (34-8)
Three out of four wins saw the
Attleborough High School girls through to
the grand final to play Notre Dame Even
though Sinead served brilliantly
throughout the team lost 48-21 leaving
Attleborough U16 girls to finish 2nd out
of 11 teams
Player from Watton United FC took
a break from the World Cup action
this month to try their hand on the
golf course at their 4th Annual Golf
Tournament on Friday 25th June
An impressive total of 23 x 4 man
teams competed this year The
competition comprised of 18 holes
under stableford rules with prizes
for the individual best score and
team score taking the best two
scores on each hole from each team
This year also saw the presentation
of the RICK NEAVE cup in
memory of Watton United‟s former
manager being awarded to the
highest scoring individual who has
played for Watton United FC and a
new award presented to the person
with the lowest overall round
The club were pleased to see a
number of current club members
taking part together with some
familar faces from the past including
ex Watton United Managers Tony
Shipp Bob Taylor and ex players
Andy Hunt Paul Jarvis Daryl
Woodward Andy Campbell and
Richard Spillman Ollie Applegate
Karl Pitcher all appearing in teams
for the first time
Winners were as follows
BEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE 1st B
Taylor (47 points) 2nd H Waters (46
points) 3rd D Rudling (45 points)gt
BEST TEAM SCORE 1st Team
Spillman (S Spillman R Spillman
D Rudling I Bonser (99 points) 2nd
Team Shipp (T Shipp G Rowlands
K Kitteridge T Lyons (97 points)
3rd Team Wordley (S Wordley R
Bailey P Legrice M Mace (95
points)
RICK NEAVE CUP Bob Taylor (47
Points)
LOWEST GROSS ROUND Paul
Matless (72 shots)
OTHER AWARDS Nearest The Pin
(Hole 3) - Jon Sproston Longest
Drive (Hole 9) - Stuart Livock
Longest Drive (Hole 13) - P Matless
Nearest The Pin (Hole 17) - Phil
Patience Wooden Spoon (Paul
Rayner)
The club would like to again extend
its thanks to thanks Simon Jessop at
Richmond Park Golf Club for
providing excellent hospitality
throughout the day and allowing the
club to put on this much needed
fundraiser each year Details of next
year‟s competition will available in
2011
Pictured are the winning team left to
right S Spillman D Rudling R
Spillman I Bonser
Watton Uniteds 4th Annual Golf Day
ST MARYrsquoS CHURCH WATTON
GRAND FETE amp CAR BOOT SALE
on the field next to St Maryrsquos Church Car Park Saturday 21st August from 900am to 100pm
Raffle ~ Games ~ Cakes ~ Refreshments Car boot places at pound4 per car no need to book Please contact the Parish Office 01953 881252
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EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 16 News
She did it She did it What a brave woman Frances
Packham is jumping out of a plane and being parachuted
safely down to earth by an experienced member of the
parachute team How proud of her I was watching her
come into sight out of the clouds and landing safely on the
ground and still managing to smile to her friends and
family anxiously watching her landing Perhaps it was a
grimace but we were all cheering and toasting her safe
return in champagne supplied by her partner Charles
Frances did this brave deed to do something special for
her 60th Birthday and at the same time to raise funds for
the local Charity Big C in memory of her friend Jim
Scrymgeour I am pleased to say that he knew she was
doing it for big C but when he died before the event he
would have been so touched by her thoughts for him
Sponsorship money is still coming in but to date Frances
has raised around pound1000 There is still time to donate to
Big C and donations can be left at the Wayland
Partnership Office
When Jim Scrymgeour died after losing his battle with
cancer with myself and our two sons Alan and Barrie at
his bedside we were grateful for all the prayers said for
him during his illness which I am sure kept him free from
pain right to the end As a family we were completely
overwhelmed by the cards (over 200) letters and flowers
sent to us with the messages that he was regarded as a
friendly funny person and always the gentleman At his
funeral there wasnt a seat to be had in the church He
would have been as overwhelmed as we were and I thank
everyone who took the time to come and pay their
respects The total sent by the undertakers to Big C was
pound81225
I have lots of thanks to make to the Doctors and nurses at
the Colney Centre to Dr Muller and Dr Kim the trainee
who were wonderful to Rosie from McMillan nurses to
the district nurses at Watton who were so supportive to
both of us who made him very comfortable and never
complained about his attitude to taking medication I have
to thank all our friends who were there for us and for me
since Jim has gone To the love and support I have felt
from my lovely customers at Top to Toe and a
very special thank you to my staff Alan
Gosia Kay and Rosemary who held
everything together running the shop in my
absence
To my brother and my brother in law for their
love lastly to God for giving me two
wonderful sons Alan and Barrie who with
their partners have been there for me as I
mourn the loss of my husband of 42 Years
He lived for those he loved And those he
loved remembered Marilyn Scrymgeour
HJC Ltd Motor Engineers
Servicing amp MOT preparation to all makes of
modern cars amp light commercials
Tyres Exhausts amp Batteries supplied and fitted
Courtesy cars available
Ask for Steve at 5 Linmore Court Threxton Rd
Industrial Estate Watton
Tel 01953 889924
Howlett - Rook
The wedding took place at Dereham Registry Office on the 11 th June of Mr
Wayne Howlett son of Barbara and Bryan Howlett of Holden Close
Oulton Broad and Miss Emma Rook daughter of Cathy and Colin Rook of
Hunters Oak Watton
The Bride was given away by her father and wore a Baby Pink dress She was
attended by Josie Mel Becky Summer and sisters Hollie and Debbie were
present The Best Man was Mr Reece Howlett and Kev and Rob were Ushers
The couple honeymooned for short break in London which will be followed
by a family holiday to Disney World in Florida at Christmas
What a star she is
Low Maintenance Gardens
Designed amp Built
LANDSCAPE GARDENING Tim Luxton Established 1973
Patios ~ Paths ~ Fencing ~ Shingle Drives Seeding ~ Turfing Etc
Photos and References always available For a Quality Job amp Free Quote
Phone Tim Luxton on 01603 880184 wwwtimluxtonlandscapingcouk
The Wayland Show The Annual Wayland Show will be held on
Sunday 1st August just outside Watton on the
Brandon Road Last year‟s show was
acclaimed in the press and by many as the
best ever with fantastic weather record
attendance and more exhibitors competitors
and attractions than before It raised a total of
pound7150 for local charities
Among other things featuring in the Grand
Ring this year will be Jive Pony This unique
show has the lot with vaulting dancing
acting costume changes and amazing riding
skills Other very popular attractions are the
Bob Hogg Sheepdog Display West Norfolk
Foxhounds Trinity Foot Beagles and not
forgetting Cyril the Squirrel Racing Terriers
and Mid Norfolk Gundogs
New for 2010 is the Lifestyle Marquee and
planned attractions are a fashion show
cookery demos floral displays hair and
beauty exhibitions and a stunning dance
performance with the chance to relax and take
it all in while enjoying afternoon tea
Our livestock classes are well attended and of
a very high standard and with in-hand and
ridden classes the show is a chance to see
some of our best local Show Horses This year
we also welcome retrained Racehorses and
Working Hunters for the first time We are
also running clear round show jumping
The Wayland Agricultural Society Young
Achiever of the Year 2010 award recognises
outstanding dedication and contribution to
agriculture horticulture wildlife or any other
rural related sector or industry Entrants must
be under 21 years of age and the winner will
be announced prior to the Show and presented
with their award on the day The award is
sponsored by Weco Engineering of Watton
Radio Norfolk and Wayland Radio will be
broadcasting from the showground during the
day The organising Committee also recently
presented a cheque for pound1094100 to The
Nelsons Journey Charity from funds raised at
their annual Dinner Dance Nelsons Journey is
a Norwich based charity which supports
bereaved children and young people under the
age of 18yrs living in Norfolk
As mentioned in last month‟s edition
of the Mid-Norfolk Times Wayland
House in Watton High Street home of
the Wayland Partnership offers a wide
range of services and support to the
Wayland community as a whole We
are constantly striving to increase the
range of services but recognise that it
is vital that the community is made
aware of these services
Firstly we have an ldquoopen doorrdquo policy
and anyone is welcome to drop by to
find out what we offer This can range
from bus pass applications
appointments with the Registrar the
Wayland Community Bank to
exhibitions and events throughout the
year We also submit articles to the
Times and regularly have a slot on
Wayland Radio
However as the local population
grows we want to ensure that
newcomers are included and made
aware of the information and support
they can get from Wayland House For
those with access to the internet you
might be interested in knowing that the
Partnership now has three websites
covering all the areas and activities we
are involved inThe current Partnership
site is wwwwaylandorguk but this is
currently being updated and the new
site will be launched soon Try
wwwthewaylanddragonflygalleryco
uk where you will find current and
forthcoming exhibitions examples of
local artists work for sale within the
Gallery shop
Finally for the business community
we have waylandbusinesscentrecouk
which contains a wealth of valuable
information and links to additional
information We also issue regular
Email Information Bulletins to some
400 local businesses and if you don‟t
already receive them let us know and
we will add you to the database (see
contact details below) Also have a
look at
waylandbusinesscentreblogspotcom
which provides your business with a
chance to share your expertise and
knowledge with a larger audience It
gives you a valuable opportunity to
network and is particularly useful for
sole traders and those who work from
home
You can see us at the Wayland Show
on 1st August where we will be
sharing a stand with the Wayland
Community Bank If you are there
please drop by and see us
We will be submitting regular news
and information to the Times as it
gives us good coverage and is
delivered widely in the area However
for more information on the services
and facilities available from Wayland
House and the Wayland Business
Centre call in to our reception phone
us on 01953 880204 or mail to
iainwaylandorguk
News from the Wayland Partnership
Picture Breckland Photographic
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 17
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01953 881243
Unit 2 Coughtrey Industrial Estate
Church Road Griston IP25 6QB
Fitted Kitchens
Bathrooms
Internal Doors
Free Quotations amp
Full Planning Service
Massage Treatments
Swedish Massage and Hot Stone Massage
Appointments available at
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Saham Toney Your Local Three Star Hotel
Telephone 01953 882125 wwwbroomhallhotelcouk
Holme Hale Pavilion
Summer Fete Saturday 7th August
10am -- 430pm Cake Stall Refreshments Beer
Tent Lots of Childrens games and also for Adults Grand Draw BBQ
(local butcher) Rescue Greyhounds
Institute Advanced Motorists Bouncy Castle also ladies have
your nails amp toenails painted and much much more
All welcome come enjoy
It‟s that time of year again at the
time of writing we are in the middle
of Quilts Three our third annual
exhibition courtesy of the Wayland
Partnership in the Dragonfly Gallery
at Wayland House It gives an
opportunity for others to see exactly
what we do hack tack and stuff With
a name like that we are obviously not
bdquojust another sewing group‟ This
year we were worried about having
enough work to exhibit and then had
far more than we could show The
exhibition opened at 10 o‟clock on
Saturday the 10th July continuing
until the 17th Half way through the
week over one hundred and fifty
visitors had been counted Work on
show included not only quilts of all
sizes but also fabric boxes cushions
bags toys and other examples of the
members‟ crafts made for personal
use and as gifts There were examples
of the Heart cushions given to people
who have had surgery for breast
cancer and quilts for ill
and traumatised
children and teenagers
distributed through the
Norfolk branch of
ProjectLinus There was
a raffle donations box
and articles for sale
Proceeds will go
towards materials for
items for these charities
There will be more
details in the next
edition
Meanwhile meetings
and demonstrations
continued normally including an
excellent example of the latter
featuring a variety of borders by
two clever ladies This was so well
organised that members were
provided with pieces of pre-cut
fabrics so there was no excuse for
not bdquohaving a go‟ We are all fired
with enthusiasm and likely to put
borders on everything I suggest
partners check their shirts and
trousers
The group does not meet in August
but will be back on Tuesday the
14th September at 7 pm in the
Watton Christian Community
Centre for the beginning of another
session meanwhile members and
non-members can check our Blog
at httphtsqgroupblogspotcom
to see what is happening over the
next few months This features a
calendar which has details up until
the end of the year It is also
updated very regularly If you are
not online phone Sue Hart on
01362 822536
Hackers Tackers and Stuffers
Last year Alan Smiths Birthday
present from his daughter and son in
law (Kerry and Chris Varley) was a
book written about some mature men
walking the coast2coast It was so
inspiring and amusing to read that
soon several other people including
his wife (Gill) and 2 close friends
(Tim and Carol Suthers) had also
been inspired and enjoyed the read
All 6 of us enjoy our walks and
encouraged by the two youngest
(Chris amp Kerry) who have done this
before they decided to take up the
challenge From St Bees on the west
coast to Robin‟s Hood Bay on the
east coast some 192 miles in 13 days
will be covered in August this year as
their annual holiday Whilst doing
this they have been encouraged by a
few people to make it an event to
raise money for charity
They thought it would be nice to
support a local charity in East Anglia
and have chosen the East Anglian Air
Ambulance Registered Charity
1083876 They are a 365 day-a-year life-
saving service across Bedfordshire
Cambridgeshire Peterborough Norfolk
and Suffolk The charity is independent
of government and National Lottery
funding and is entirely dependent on
fund-raising and contributions To keep
its two air ambulances flying and to
provide the advanced medical
equipment they carry over pound3 million
per year has to be raised The group
thought it would be good to offer their
support to the EAAA in making this
walk not just their holiday and
challenge but also an event to raise
some cash to help them in their work
Gill also contacted the organisation to
see if they could visit and see first-hand
one of the helicopters and the staff of
EAAA who offer such a valuable and
life-saving service
On average the EAAA are called to
four incidents every day life
threatening situations such as road
traffic accidents incidents involving
people in inaccessible places and
cardiac arrests Because of the
advanced skills drugs and equipment
found on board and being able to
access places impossible for a land
ambulance the EAAA can make the
difference
Will you help us to help them in their
work To make a donation and offer
your support you can visit httpwwwjustgivingcomcoast2coastthevarleyssuthersandsmiths
Birthday Day Present Inspires 3 Couples to take up a Challenge
From left to right Chris Varley Alan Smith Gill Smith
Kerry Varley Carol Suthers and Tim Suthers
At Wayland Scout Group we
started the month with a Family
Day the Cubs and Scouts cooked
lunch for over 50 people to
celebrate our first AGM Parents
siblings Leaders and the District
Commissioner John Sweeney
were treated to dips and cruditeacutes
Southern Fried Chicken rice and
beans and salads followed by
apple pie and custard
All the young people did a fantastic
job creating a delicious meal made
even better by the wonderful weather
Following a cricket match we were
joined by Rev Geoff Garrett from St
May‟s Church who dedicated our
new flags for us
The afternoon was finished in fine
style with a wonderful array of
homemade cakes and a cup of tea
The Leaders would like to pass on
their thanks to everyone for their
wonderful support and help
The Cubs recently enjoyed a craft
night creating robots form junk
including turning one Cub into an
android by creating an amazing
costume for him
This term the Scouts have been
working towards their Global
Challenge including looking at
different traditions around the
world As it is nearly the end of
term they had plenty of fun
making a traditional Fez with
maybe a nod to Doctor Who who
has recently made the hats cool
The Scout Troop has also been
challenged by the local Rotarians to
have a camp using only a Shelter Box
tent and the emergency equipment
provided in the box Of course they
have accepted the challenge and will
be holding this
camp in mid-
August Our aim
is to be
sponsored so we
can raise enough
money be able
to buy a Shelter
Box for the
charity If you
would like to
sponsor us
please contact
Theresa Cutts on 01953 884243
or email
waylandscoutsgooglemailcom for
more information
At a recent event hosted by the
County Commissioner Richard
Butler the Leaders were also
presented with certificates to
congratulate them on opening a
successful Cub Pack Scout Troop
and building a Leadership team
We are also looking forward to a
4 day activity camp in August
with the rest of South West
Norfolk District If you are
interested in finding out more
about Scouting in Watton please
email us on the address above
AGM Androids and Fezs
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 18 News
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Alcohol Paypoint
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Fresh Seasonal Vegetables Home Produced Pork
01953 483 375
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Visit our Social Club - Bar open every Wednesday and Friday from
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01953 882 498
The bdquoAttleborough Players‟ amateur
dramatic society has been entertaining
people in the locality for more than 35
years with shows pantomimes plays
concerts and we are currently
rehearsing a musical play to feature a
group of our very talented younger
members to be staged in October
Since present day legislation has strict
demands for separate changing
facilities for adults and youngsters we
now have an additional burden on our
already strained finances
The society is a registered charity and
finances have been maintained at a
respectable level by staging shows
and our popular bdquoFish bdquon‟ Quiz‟
evenings on a regular basis hopefully
we will be presenting another quiz in
November Ticket prices have been
kept at a very competitive pound5 for most
of our shows takings which go
mostly towards running costs the rest
into a dwindling bank account In
these days of drastic belt tightening
we prefer to keep the cost of tickets
low to benefit our audiences This
means of course that our pool of
monetary assets has developed a
steady leak
We are looking for any business or
individual willing to sponsor us
Sponsorship would guarantee
programme and poster advertising to a
negotiable degree while private
individuals would benefit by free
tickets to any of our events of their
choice
Any business or private individual
willing to help us in this way please
contact our treasurer Anne
Greenwood ndash Tel 01953 455022
With our ever increasing membership
particularly of teenagers we think the
bdquoAttleborough Players‟ is a
worthwhile concern to keep running
on an even keel We hope you do too
The Players need your help
Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles By popular request the PHIL
BROOKPETE OXBOROUGH
JAZZ QUARTET are returning to
St Margarets church Breckles on
FRIDAY 17th SEPTEMBER at 730
pm The Quartet also features Ivars
Galenieks bass and Bob Dore
drums Tickets are pound1250 to
include refreshments and can be
obtained from Margaret Morfoot
Telehone 01953 498286 There will
be a beer and wine bar from 7 pm
This is a very popular evening All
proceeds for the upkeep of St
Margarets Church Breckles
Breckles is on the B1111 4 miles
north of the A11B1111 junction
Watton Ballroom Dancing Association
Queenrsquos Hall Watton 8pm till 11pm
Admission pound350
Saturday August 7th Mike 01953 882799
Wayland High School Students‟ British Science Association CREST Award
Twelve Year 9 students at
Wayland High School have
received the British Science
Association‟s CREST award for
designing and producing industry
standard batik artwork bags It is
the first time that the school has
entered the CREST awards
facilitated by The Exchange
(Norfolk Education Business
Partnership) who provided a small
bursary to support the batik
project Photograph of the students
with Batik bags and certificates
attached
Jan Cockburn from The Exchange
who visited the school to present
the awards at a Year 9 assembly
said Congratulations to the
students who carried out the batik
project You have shown great
enthusiasm for the subject and
fully deserve the national
recognition provided by a British
Science Association CREST
award
Val Wenham teacher and batik
artist who led the project said
The students learned the full batik
process including use of wax and
dyes initially experimenting on
paper before developing their
designs for the bags They created
designs that could be reproduced
on an industrial basis and studied
the technological and commercial
side of working in batik
Sadly one of the awards was
presented posthumously Alastair
Codling who also took part in the
batik project received his twin
sister Claire‟s award Claire
passed away earlier this year
For more information about the
work of The Exchange see
wwwnorfolk-exchangeorguk or
tel 01953 601439
For more information about British
Science Association CREST
Awards see
wwwbritishscienceassociationorg
webccafCREST
Pictured left to right are - Back Ellis Stone Harrison Cutts Sophie Shaw Ben Rees Martha Watts Stephanie
Parker Lauren Symons Megan Kennedy Front Alistair Codling Cameron Goldie Sam Beckwith
Our meeting in July had a
slightly different format to the
usual system We held a coffee
and chat event and we accepted a
cheque on behalf of Diabetes
UK for pound1136 presented by the
former chairman of Breckland
District Council
John Rogers The chairman of
our group Ron Thompson
accepted the cheque and said that
the money would be used by
Diabetes UK to help to fund
holidays for children with
Diabetes Councillor John
Rogers was warmly thanked
(Please see separate article for
picture page 14)
At our next meeting on August
9th two of our members will be
talking about the work they do
with the Retired Greyhound
Trust They are going to be
bringing a couple of their four
legged friends too John and Rod
will be suitably tethered to stop
them straying around the tables
and getting in the dogs way
The meeting starts at 1015am at
the Pentecostal Church Watton
(whom we thank for the use of
their facilities) all welcome For
further details about the group or
any of the meetings please
phone Helen 01953 884713 and
leave a message and I will get
back to you as soon as I can
We are have a special meeting on
the 13th September when we are
very fortunate to have as our
speaker Richard Lane OBE
President of Diabetes UK Some of
our members met Richard for the
first time last year and were very
taken by him and his frankness and
honesty about his Diabetes and
what has happened to him He is a
very interesting man and we are
very lucky he is available to come
and speak to us
We will be providing a light buffet
lunch for this meeting at a cost of pound5
per head and we would be pleased to
invite you to join us Because we
need to know numbers for the
catering arrangements please could
you phone David 01362 696781
before August 9th if you would like
to attend this special meeting
Watton amp District Group - Diabetes UK
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 19
Poet‟s Place Poet‟s Place is open once more to all readers to
submit their own work for publication All
contributions are welcome and will be printed
unedited for reader‟s enjoyment
A GOOD DEAL
When I‟m watching the birds in our garden
Little lambs that gambol in fields
I thank God I have such perception
This is what I would call a good deal
A small child with a smile that is wistful and shy
And a look to melt hearts made of steel
With a grasp of tiny soft fingers
Makes me realise what a good deal
Our cat usually independent and strong
Purrs around at my feet rubs my heel
I know it‟s because he wants feeding
He knows he is on a good deal
When dining out at a pub or cafeacute
I go where they serve a fine meal
With the atmosphere right and excellent food
Best of all I will get a good deal
Shopping in town for my clothing
Can be such a blinking ordeal
I go and intend not to overspend
And resolve I will get a good deal
Deciding on presents for Christmas
Then doing my best to conceal
The parcels I‟ve bought for each person
It‟s fine to receive a good deal
The flowers that grow in my garden
I planted in Spring with such zeal
Are now blooming so bright with such colours
I can see I have got a good deal
When I meet with my friends for a bridge game
My excitement I try to conceal
When the cards that I hold help me win lots of points
It‟s because I‟ve been dealt a good deal
Edith Pleasance copy 290906
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Market Place New Buckenham
01953 860 351
Village Stores Market Street East Harling
01953 718115 A wide range of products in stock
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High Street Attleborough (Opposite Sainsburys)
01953 453 257 Newspapers amp magazines
Wide range of confectionery tobacconist Wide range of Wines Beers and Spirits
Londis Banham 01953 887320
Your Local Village Supermarket
Watton University of the Third Age (U3A) Forty eight members enjoyed the tour
of North Norfolk by train and coach
A superb cream tea at Bircham
Windmill rounded off the tour in style
The next trip is a tour of the Fens with
a professional guide on Friday 17th
September The booking list is now
open contact Ron on 01953 889951
The Croquet Group is now playing at
the Watton Sports Centre on a
Tuesday afternoon New players
would be most welcome including
visitors (potential new members) For
playing times contact Margaret on
01953 882136 Alan Bickers is the
new Leader of the Pub Lunch Group
who will have their first meeting on
Thursday 12th August
Next venue for the Garden Visits
Group is Dunbheagan House near
Dereham with music in the afternoon
and teas in aid of the St Johns
Ambulance Meet at 130pm in the
Queens Hall car park Transport can
be arranged Contact Susan on 01953
881373
The next monthly meeting is on
Thursday 26th August when the
speaker will be Barbara Miller with
ldquoNorwich over the Waterrdquo
The Membership Secretary can be
contacted on 01953 885358 For
further information on the National
U3A go to wwwu3aorg
On Thursday 24th June the
announcement was made in London of
the winner of this year‟s Carnegie
medal That prize has been awarded by
children‟s librarians almost every year
since 1936 for an outstanding book for
children and young people Since 23rd
April when the short-list was
announced 50000 children in schools
all over Britain have been reading the
eight novels - nearly 3000 pages of
high quality fiction Thirty of those
very dedicated readers met on the same
day in Attleborough High School
Library to spend two hours in lively
debate with their guests from Old
Buckenham High School sustained by
strawberries cheese straws and home-
made cakes
The event organised by the school‟s
librarian Helen Gage greatly engaged
the students and staff and much heated
argument about which was the best of
the books on the list ensued The group
voted for their own choice of winner
took lots of photographs and then at
the time stipulated by the Carnegie‟s
national organisers opened the
envelope containing the name of the
winning title Neil Gaiman‟s bdquoThe graveyard book‟ Of the gathering in Attleborough High School‟s
library student Ellie Halls (pictured above) was the only one who had firmly backed that choice In
November the long-list for next year‟s award will be published ndash and the whole wonderful process
will begin again We can‟t wait
Carnegie medal celebration the Attleborough High School big debate
Wayland Happy Circle Our July meeting was a social afternoon with a Beetle Drive followed by a Strawberry Tea Shirley
welcomed 25 members and 1 visitor and seven birthday cards were distributed Our former President
is making good progress and we hope to see her back amongst us soon
Shirley organised the Beetle Drive the first session being won by Molly and Maureen and the second
by Jenny Two of members Margaret and Jenny had prepared the strawberries and cream and these
were enjoyed by all with shortbread and a cuppa The usual raffle was held to close the afternoon
25 members and guests will be going on the outing in July and tea will be taken at Elveden Visitor
Centre followed by a tour of the Stanta Training Area
Our next meeting will be on 3rd August when Tina Cruz will talk to us about Portuguese cooking
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 20 News
July 1st ndash The day that Rotary
Clubs all over the world install their
new presidents And this year
Watton was no exception Outgoing
president Richard Akister handed
over to new president Doctor Mike
Harvey (see pic) Health problems
caused Mike to take early
retirement as a general practitioner
and having come to Norfolk and
settled in Shipdham some 5 years
ago he was introduced to the
Watton Rotary Club and thought it
would be a good platform and outlet
for his considerable energy and
skill He was an instigator of the
Watton Club‟s very
successful fundraising
drive in support of the
bdquoBalloons for Hearts‟
initiative in 20078 With
the help of 2 other Rotary
Clubs pound5300 was raised
and a giant cheque was
presented to the campaign
coordinator We hear that
the cheque is still on
display in the cardiac
reception area at the
NNUH Mike intends to
continue his ministry of the
Watton Club with a
medical flavour
As a prelude to the presidential
handover in both clubs Watton
Inner Wheel and Rotary Clubs
joined forces and held a most
successful bdquoround the houses‟ or
bdquosafari‟ supper Changing sets of 3
or 4 couples rotate around each of
several members‟ houses for the
various courses of an evening meal
with everyone landing up at the
President‟s house for the final
course and a bit of party time
Following our visit to New South
Wales Australia last year the
Watton Club is hosting the first part
of the return Rotary international
friendship exchange in September
Eight couples from various places
in NSW are expected they will stay
with Watton members for a few
days before moving on to be hosted
by Rotarians of various other
Rotary clubs throughout Norfolk
and Suffolk More about this next
month Martin Anscombe
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During a debate about jobs and
unemployment on July 7th I made my
maiden speech in the House of Commons
I have focussed my column this month on
the content and inspirations for the speech
in which I set out why I am so passionate
about representing our area
Maiden speeches have a long tradition in
the Commons and new MPs usually
don‟t involve themselves in debates in the
House until they have made theirs
Maidens give new MPs a chance to talk
about their constituency and to outline
some of the issues they aim to work on
I focused my speech on three key
themes the need for a more local
approach to jobs and housing how the
politically correct bdquorights‟ culture
ignores traditional values and the need
for a better politics
The Rural Way of Life
Living and running a business locally I
know how life in rural England has been
overlooked I know how our traditional
values are too often denigrated and how
Norfolk has become increasingly
marginalised
ldquoTackling that sense of marginalisation
in order to unlock the talents and
aspirations of its people are the
central theme of my work as [an] MP
The people of Mid Norfolk feel
marginalised by the decision-making
process and too often forced to change
in ways that they have neither chosen
nor like The small local voluntary and
rural is all too often crowded out by the
big national professional and urban
[R]ural Britain has been especially
hard hit by unemployment during this
recession and my constituency has
pockets of rural deprivation which are
often hidden Pensioner poverty can
be especially invisible
ldquoPost offices pubs and village shops
close while more and more people are
forced to commute increasing distances
from the mass housing estates that have
been forced on our market towns and
councilsrdquo
ldquoThe people of Mid Norfolk sent me
here to speak up for them so I shall
[They] have found themselves
increasingly powerless in the face of a
tidal wave of legislation and big
government from Europe Whitehall
and unaccountable regional quangos
Many worry that our culture has been
hijacked by an increasingly intolerant
politically correct anything goes
multiculturalism which seems to have
too little respect for the longer
traditions of tolerance personal
freedom and responsibility embedded in
our traditional heritage By pumping
the bellows of local empowerment I
believe that we can reignite the embers
of a culture which can and should be
allowed to coexist with metropolitan
Britain to mutual benefitrdquo
Economic opportunities
Having run my ldquoNorfolk Wayrdquo campaign
for over three years I know how urgently
we need new jobs and opportunities in
Mid Norfolk Average wages here are low
and I wanted to focus on how we can
reignite our economy and strengthen local
communities and services
ldquoIn my three-year candidacy I insisted
on another way we call it the Norfolk
way a vision of a vibrant rural society
based on a renaissance of rural
enterprise smaller pockets of mixed
housing spread more fairly and
sustainably fast-growing small
businesses and jobs back in our villages
and towns less commuting a richer
mix of ages and blue and white-collar
jobs in active communities
ldquoSome may ask Where are those new
jobs and businesses to come from Let
me tell the House Situated between
Norwich and Cambridge are two of the
worlds leading centres of scientific
research and innovation in food
biomedicine and the clean
technologies all of which are so vital
to the global challenges that we face
Mid Norfolk is perfectly positioned to
become a hub of entrepreneurial
activity and new jobs With the world-
leading John Innes centre the Institute
of Food Research world-class
agriculture and high-tech engineering
along the A11 corridor we can lead
those new economic sectors on which
we will increasingly dependrdquo
ldquoAs someone who came to politics after
a 15-year career in creating new
technology businesses I hope to be able
to put my experience to good use in that
area However that revolution cannot
happen without two essential things
new models of investment in
infrastructure including the A11 rural
broadband and rail links and some
local leadershiprdquo
Giving People Responsibility
I believe in giving local communities
power Residents in a village know the
problems they have and usually know
how to solve them better than somebody
in an office miles away During my
speech I called for a new approach
ldquoThe stale post-war model of statist
centralisation and dependence on the
Whitehall handout has failed Norfolk
Rural Britain is the repository of
some important virtues that our modern
culture has neglected a deep belief in
self-help and responsibility an
insistence that everybody in a
community has a role and the rejection
of a shallow media cultures obsession
with celebrity and a love of the small
the different and the local These are
qualities that are deeply rooted in the
English character
ldquoAt the heart of this manifesto is a big
idea that citizenship is forged
through the empowering act of the
state granting responsibility to its
citizens That is the central idea which
has brought me into politics as a
Conservative and which I am delighted
is once again the idea at the heart of
modern Conservatism and this
coalitionrdquo
It was an honour to make my maiden on
behalf of the people of Mid Norfolk and
if you would like a full transcript of the
speech please email
Georgefreemanmpparliamentuk or
watch the video of the speech on my
website wwwgeorgefreemancouk
The Westminster View
George Freeman is the Conservative MP
for Mid-Norfolk The object of this
column is to help readers stay in touch
with their MP - it is not intended as a
reflection of the political views of anyone
associated with the Mid Norfolk Times
Watton Rotary Roundup
People for Animal Care Trust
(PACT) and Caine Lloyd of
Lloyd Engineering in Watton are
organising an adventure to climb
Mount Kilimanjaro in spring
2011 The intention is to raise
funds for PACT through
sponsorship and to have some fun
doing so
My name is Geoff Bell and I am
one of the people who are taking
part in this Challenge I have the
funds for my part in this challenge
but I fell it would be good to raise
funds for PACT as well
Through the Kili Challenge
PACT will receive funding to
build much needed additional
kennels to house the regular
influx of animals they have
PACT is based in Woodrising
and work hard to ensure the
welfare of animals in Norfolk
PACT‟s web-site is
wwwpactsanctuaryorg and more
information about them can be
obtained from there With your
kind help it would be a great
honour and privilege to extend
my support for PACT by taking
part in this challenge and to be of
help and support to one of the
loves in my life
If you would like to sponsor me
to take part in this challenge and
raise much needed funding for
PACT then please contact me
through Facebook or ring me on
01953-882925 For more
information you can ring PACT
on 01362 820775 or Caine on
01953 881255 I will also be
holding three public collection
days for this outside the Co-op in
Watton on the 18th August 15th
September and 13th October
Thank you for your support
The Kili Challenge in aid of PACT
Picture Supplied
Church Times and Puzzle
Watton Churches Together Service Calendar for August 2010
St Maryrsquos Church Watton 1st 3rd amp 4th Wednesday at 930am Holy Communion
2nd Wednesday Morning Worship Church Office opens Tues
Wed amp Thurs 9am-1pm Tel 01953 881252
margaretchurchadmfreeservecouk wwwstmaryswattonorg
Sun 1st 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
530pm Choral Evensong
Sun 8th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
Sun 15th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Sun 22nd 800am Holy Communion
1000am All Age Worship
12 noon Holy Baptism
630pm Praise and Worship with Shine
Sun 29th 800am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Watton Methodist Church Every Wednesday the Church is open for quiet reflection and
prayer between 1000am amp 1200noon
Itrsquos your quiet place At 1030 there is a half-hour Midweek
Service in the Large Vestry led by the Minister or a Church
Member wwwwattonmethodistbtikcom
Sun 1st 1045am Rev Barbara Winner Holy Communion
630pm Rev Brian Eagle
Sun 8th 1045am Mr Richard Hompstead
630pm Mrs Janet Roebuck
Sun 15th 1045am Mrs Sonia Mann
630pm Mr Brian Lawrence
Sun 22nd 1045am Mrs Elsie Warby
630pm Revd Barbara Winner Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1100am Section Service at Saham Hills
Mr John Winner
630pm Rev Brian Eagle Holy Communion
Roman Catholic Community Each Sat 530pm Mass at Watton Methodist Church
Pentecostal Church Dereham Road Watton There is a Noahs Ark Sunday and Kings Kids for children
during the Sunday morning services
Sun 1st 1030am Morning Service with guest speakers
Christian amp Ann Fernandez from La Rochelle France
Sun 8th 1030am Family Service amp Doughnuts
600pm Prayer amp Praise with guest speaker
Dama Safari from Shalom Africa
Sun 15th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Freed from your past‟
Sun 22nd 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Made in God‟s image‟
600pm Prayer and Praise
Sun 29th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoChanged by love‟
St Nicholasrsquo Church Ashill Tuesdays 1000am Said Holy Communion
Sun 1st 930am Lay Led Morning Worship
Sun 8th 930am Morning Worship
Sun 15th 930am All Age Worship
Sun 22nd 930am Holy Communion
St Georgersquos Church Saham Toney Sun 1st 1030am Benefice Service of Holy Communion
Sun 8th 1100am Morning Worship and Holy Baptism
Sun 15th 1100am Pet Service
1230pm Holy Baptism
Sun 22nd 1100am Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1030am Group Service of Holy Communion
SS Peter amp Paulrsquos Church Carbrooke Sun 8th 1030am All Age Worship
Sun 15th 1030am Holy Communion
Sun 22nd 1030am Lay Led Morning Worship
1230pm Holy Baptism
St John the Evangelist Church Ovington Thursdays 800am Said Holy Communion
Sun 8th 12 noon Pet Service
Sun 22nd 930am Lay Led All Age Worship
Breckles Caston Great Hockham Griston Merton Stow Bedon
Thompson
Worship Calendar August 2010
Sunday 1st August
1030 am United Holy Communion Thompson
Sunday 8TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Breckles
(Patronal Festival)
Sunday 15TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Gt Hockham
1030 am United Holy Communion Caston
Sunday 22ND August 900 am Holy Communion (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Gt Hockham
Sunday 29TH August
1030 am United Holy Communion Griston
Sunday 5TH September
1030 am United Holy Communion Stow Bedon
Our Pram Service Sunday Club amp WAY youth group
will resume in September
Enquiries The Revd Bob Nichols Tel (01953) 483222
Email revbobnicholsgmailcom
All Saints Church Threxton Sunday 1st August at 10 am
Scribble Pad
Across 7 One looking for riches (76) 8 Something to keep the claws in shape (8) 9 An assistant would be an idea (4) 10 Snap a biscuit for Christmas (7) 12 This clue might lead you the wrong way (5) 14 Fused fuse (5) 16 Feminine pronoun (7) 19 A phaser setting used by Captain Kirk (4) 20 A reserve supply to be drawn on (8) 22 but loose (553)
Down 1 A bright star from Avon (4) 2 Slopey writing (6) 3 infield pagan (7) 4 as chips said the chick (5) 5 Inherited (6) 6 Use this to change names (44) 11 Compared to a relation (8) 13 Earth shaking (7) 15 Of the coldest season (6) 17 How warm snow goes (6) 18 The sound of teddy bears (5) 21 Burn to charcoal (4)
PUZZLE CORNER
pound10 PRIZE CROSSWORD
Would you like to win a pound10 Voucher to spend Simply complete
the crossword on the right and drop it in to The Wayland News bin
at (or post it to) Adcocks 32 High Street Watton Norfolk IP25
6AE before the paper deadline All correct entries will be put into a
draw and the winner will receive a pound10 voucher to spend In the
event of any dispute the decision of the Editor will be final The
clues are a mix of cryptic and easy with one or two anagrams
thrown in just to make it more interesting
The correct solution will be published in the next issue
Last Month‟s Puzzle The winner of last month‟s pound10 prize was Mrs S Dockray of
Nelson Court Watton Well done Mrs Dockray
Thought for the month By Rev Barbara Winner Methodist Church Well the World Cup was disappointing for some of us and so
was Wimbledon There doesn‟t seem much to celebrate Or is
there
There was once a speaker who started off one of his talks by
showing everyone in the audience a pound50 note It was a crisp
new note He asked the room full of people who would like
the pound50 and it was no surprise that most hands went up He
then proceeded to crumple the note up in his hand and then
asked who still wanted it The hands stayed up Next he
dropped the note on the ground and started to grind the note
with his shoe When he picked it up it was dirty and
crumpled When he asked who still wanted it the hands stayed
up Well of course they did ndash just because it was crumpled
and dirty didn‟t prevent it being worth the pound50 just as it had
been in the beginning when he started his talk The note was
still of value ndash the value hadn‟t changed
We are in a time of change and cuts and we don‟t quite know
what‟s coming next But whatever cuts and changes come
however much we feel the effects our value as people has not
changed Life throws all sorts of things at us and we can end
up feeling crumpled and trodden on In God‟s eyes we are
loved and precious ndash valuable And no amount of cuts
changes and troubles will change this God‟s love for us is a
pure gift ndash it is not subject to cuts and change We read in the
Bible that God so loved the world that he gave his son that we
might have life And what‟s more it is a gift freely given
Now that really is worth celebrating
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 22 News
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SHIPDHAM
Tel 01362 820416
Has Your PC Slipped a Disc Netted a virus Mouse trapped and
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For all manner of computer repairs and support
Call Julian Horn on 01953 881885 ldquoSilver Surferrdquo support a speciality
SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEAS Hosted by St Maryrsquos Church in August
Sunday 15th August Christian Community Centre 230pm until 4pm All
welcome - please come along and bring family and friends
Watton United FC have begun
preparing for life in Anglian
Combination Division 1 by
appointing ex - Diss and Watton
player Paul Nicholls to assist with
training and match days whilst he
awaits his return to football from a
serious injury Manager Vince
Harwood has welcomed his return
to the club in a coaching capacity
and hopes his experience at a
higher level will improve the
young players currently at the club
Further changes behind the scenes
include the appointment of Ian
Hunt and Christian Hayward to
assist with running the reserve
team this season and they are
encouraging any new players to
attend training on Wednesday
nights at Watton Sports Centre
(7pm start)
The club has also arranged a number
of Preseason friendlies for the first
team all at home versus Watton
United 18s Dersingham Rovers
(Friday 6th August) and Thetford
Rovers (Wednesday 11th August)
kicking off at 645pm Their first
league fixture is a local derby away
at Wymondham Town on Tuesday
17th August
The reserves new management
team are looking forward to home
games against Thetford Rovers
Reserves (Wednesday 4th August)
and an unnamed team (Friday 13th
August) before their season starts
on Thursday 19th August away at
Mattishall Reserves All games
Kick off at 645pm
The club also have a number of
advertising opportunities available
this season with programme
adverts and advertising boards at
the ground all priced at pound50 for the
season Anyone interested should
contact Paul Woods on
07917361762 or email
infowattonunitedfccouk
Getting ready for the new season
For a small very rural bowls club
Ashill has exceeded all expectations
this year Our men reached the
quarterfinals of the Bales Cup and
Peter Bunn Colin Breeze Bob Hall
and Alan Willer reached the same
stage in the Norfolk County Fours The
men also lie 2nd in the Central North
Division just a half point behind
Thetford The ladies section not to be
outdone have also faired very well
Chris Bailey reaching the quarterfinals
of the County Unbadged Singles
before succumbing to an opponent
from Freethorpe she Inga Healy and
Jackie Taylor got to the quarterfinals of
the Coronation Cup and the latter two
and Sheila Malyon reached the semi-
finals of the County Triples before
being beaten by Diss at RG Carters
In the mixed competitions we
overcame Long Stratton Thetford and
Connaught (the latter two on their
home greens) to reach the semi-finals
of the Jermy Cup our opponents being
Freethorpe on Sunday 18th July at the
neutral green of Wymondham and just
recently we won the Coral Cup played
at Watton Bowls Club So far it has
been a very successful and enjoyable
season despite the vagaries of our
uncertain weather
Ashill Bowls Club minnows on a high
The sunny warm and dry weather
has turned parts of the course brown
but has made for some exciting golf
None more so than in the June
monthly medal when David Flack
playing off a handicap of 10 shot a
net 62 In the same competition
Martin Parker achieved a hole in 1
on the par three 12th hole which
made him very happy but led to a
large dent in his bank balance
Recent Stableford competition
winners were Tony Bonner Alan
Blythe Phil Barrall David Wakeford
and David Packard
Recent inter-club match results were
versus Eaton Away lost 2frac12 - 3frac12 V
Royal Cromer away lost 1frac12 - 4frac12 V
Costessey park at home lost 2frac12 -
3frac12 V Gt Yarmouth at home won
5frac12 - frac12
The Seniors Open was held on 1st
July and approx 50 players
representing 14 different clubs
played in a stableford competition It
was an excellent day enjoyed by all
and the winner was George Axten
from Kings Lynn A separate
competition for Richmond Park
members was won by David Adcock
Richmond Park Golf Club Senior Section
On Saturday 21st August at Ashill
rectory Garden there will be a Fun
BBQ from 4pm to 8pm Tickets are
just pound5 for adults and pound250 for
children and include BBQ Salads
and delicious desserts
We hope to raise enough money at
this event to fund another year of
education for children in Uganda
who we have supported for six years
Tickets are available from Ann Bunn
on 01760 440 150
Fun Barbecue for Ugandan Children
The Annual Summer Show will
be held on SATURDAY
AUGUST 7trade This is an
opportunity for residents of
Rocklands and the surrounding
area to exhibit Fruit and
Vegetables Flowers Cookery
Art and Handicrafts and for the
children to show off their skills
in various classes
Entries for the show are
accepted between 9am and
12noon with judging
commencing at 1pm Doors are
open to the public at approx
330pm Show Schedules are
available from Post Office
Stores Rocklands or Margaret
Lister
If you feel you would like to
take part in our Summer Show
and would like more
information contact Margaret
Lister on 01953 483417
Annual Summer Show at Rocklands
Celebrations Celebrations You are all warmly invited to join
us at Choral Evensong at St
Mary‟s Church Watton on
Sunday 1st August at 530pm for
a special service of prayer and
beautiful church music and
afterwards for tea and cake
This is a celebration as our church
choir is one of 67 choirs affiliated
to the Royal School of Church
Music in Norfolk
Do come and enjoy the music and
see for yourselves You may
even want to join us We are
always happy to welcome new
members to the Choir
Goods amp services - warranties Repairs for goods can be expensive and it is very
important that warranties provide adequate
protection Unfortunately Citizens‟ Advice Bureaux
continue to hear about clients whose warranties
have not been honoured Here are some of the cases
dealt with by Bureaux throughout the country
Bishops Waltham reported that a woman had
purchased a buggy for pound150 at Babies R Us in
May 2009 She noticed that the elbow joints were
becoming loose and she believed this was
dangerous as it could pinch a child‟s fingers She
took it back to Babies R Us in January 2010 and
they sent it back to the manufacturer which
returned it and stated that the bolts had been
tightened (despite the fact that the joints were
riveted not bolted) The elbow joints did initially
seem tighter but the problem soon reappeared and
so the client took the buggy back again and
complained Babies R Us refused to replace the
buggy but sent it to their quality assurance
department which stated that the problem was due
to wear and tear She asked to see the manager
and explained that the buggy was within the
warranty period and that she was most unhappy
that her child was in danger every time she used
it The manager walked away and would not
discuss it Other customers came up to her in the
store and said they had had similar experiences
Southend saw a man who had bought a second
hand van for about pound4000 from The Van Centre
He had taken it back to the trader twice within six
weeks of purchasing it because the engine kept
cutting out and the client believed it was not safe
to drive Despite the fact that the van was covered
by warranty The Van Centre refused to rectify
the problems The client was frustrated at having
been sold a faulty van and very annoyed that he
received no help when he returned it He was also
very anxious and worried about the safety of the
vehicle especially as he had two children who
travel with him at times
Sometimes failure to honour a warranty is
compounded by other unfair trading practices such
as pressure to upgrade the faulty goods to a more
expensive version or mis-selling of inappropriate or
unnecessary insurance Ash told us about a client
who had problems with a secondhand vehicle She
had purchased a car with a warranty from a local
dealer using a hire purchase agreement In the first
12 months the car suffered repeated electrical
problems which the dealer was unable to resolve
The offer of a courtesy car was not honoured
resulting in additional expense for the client When
the client refused to drive the car again the dealer
encouraged her to exchange it for a newer model
and refinance The client agreed but the finance was
refused as a result of a poor credit rating The client
was left locked in a finance agreement for a car
which she considered unroadworthy despite the fact
that it was under warranty
Southend saw a woman who had purchased a
treadmill from Argos for pound29999 Four months
later she purchased breakdown insurance for pound44
However when the equipment needed repairing
she was told by Argos that the insurance was not
valid because it was taken out more than 45 days
after purchase She was given a handwritten note
saying that the claim was rejected by the insurer
Allianz Kings for this reason and was told that
she could ask them to refund her premium No
other remedy was offered When the adviser rang
Allianz Kings they were told that the insurance
did not cover the fault because the goods were
within the manufacturers two year warranty
period and a claim should in fact be made on this
Allianz Kings said that this is what Argos had
told them and there was no mention of the issue
of when the insurance was purchased The client
was annoyed at Argos for failing to rectify the
situation and identify who was responsible She
was also frustrated that she had been sold and
had begun to pay for insurance which appeared to
be useless and unnecessary at least for the two
years of the warranty
If you think that you have been similarly affected by
consumer issues and you would like help and advice
then please call in to your local Bureau or you could
also contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or
use their website at wwwconsumerdirectgovuk
Sports News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 23
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Attleborough High in the Beach Volleyball Tournament
Three teams from Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre were
entered into the first Norfolk Beach
volleyball Tournament on Great
Yarmouth central beach This was the first
volleyball competition the school has
entered and there was an air of excitement
after some good practice sessions
Two U16 boys teams from Attleborough
High were entered into the 15 strong
league
Team 1 consisting of Richard Adelugba
Daniel Dean Matthew Brookson and Joe
Whiterod took a while to get use to the
sand losing their first game against Notre
Dame 17-9 Communication and
technique improved dramatically and the
Attleborough team went on to win against
Alderman Peel team 2 (25-9) Great
Yarmouth team 2 (23-11) and Oriel team
3 (20-17) The whole team worked well
together with excellent serving and
committed dives shown by all particularly
Richard saw Attleborough Team 1 sail
through to the play-off
Team 2 from Attleborough High consisted
of Callum Langstaff Jake Horscroft
Matthew Miller and Daniel Thompson
Some excellent combination play between
Callum and Jake saw this team win their
first game against Lynn Grove 19-11
Matthew put in some excellent serves in
the second game and Daniel‟s athletic
dives saw another win against Alderman
Peel team 3 (24-18) This team lost focus a
little towards the end and lost their final
two games against Oriel team 1 and Great
Yarmouth team 3 With two big wins to
start the tournament Attleborough team 2
managed to come 2nd in their group and
go into the play-off‟s
Team 1 played two teams to battle it out
for 1st 2nd and 3rd place Confidence was
boosted with great combinations of dig
set and smash to gain a win over
Alderman Peel team 1 (17-14) Next was
the unbeaten Oriel team 1 who always
took 3 touches to control and set up the
perfect smash was Attleborough found
hard to return
Final score here was 11-8 to Oriel
Attleborough Team 1 finished in 2nd
place out of 15 teams
Team 2 from AHS faced Notre Dame and
Oriel team 3 in their play-off and even
though excellent commitment was shown
to get even the slightest touch on the ball
two defeats left them in 6th place out of 15
One U16 girls team from Attleborough
High was entered consisting of Lauren
Willingham Annalise Gray Holly
Warren Ellie Philpott Sinead
Bollingbroke and Charlotte Ord The
girls team had 2 substitutes and took a
while to get use to the rotation of
positions The first game against
Alderman Peel 1 saw a closely contested
battle with some brilliant smashes from
Lauren but unfortunately the final
whistle blew at 17-16 to the opponents
With great determination and some
excellent set plays coming together from
Anna and Ellie the girls team went to
win three of their final games Caister
(19-16) Alderman Peel 4 (20-16) and
Lynn Grove (34-8)
Three out of four wins saw the
Attleborough High School girls through to
the grand final to play Notre Dame Even
though Sinead served brilliantly
throughout the team lost 48-21 leaving
Attleborough U16 girls to finish 2nd out
of 11 teams
Player from Watton United FC took
a break from the World Cup action
this month to try their hand on the
golf course at their 4th Annual Golf
Tournament on Friday 25th June
An impressive total of 23 x 4 man
teams competed this year The
competition comprised of 18 holes
under stableford rules with prizes
for the individual best score and
team score taking the best two
scores on each hole from each team
This year also saw the presentation
of the RICK NEAVE cup in
memory of Watton United‟s former
manager being awarded to the
highest scoring individual who has
played for Watton United FC and a
new award presented to the person
with the lowest overall round
The club were pleased to see a
number of current club members
taking part together with some
familar faces from the past including
ex Watton United Managers Tony
Shipp Bob Taylor and ex players
Andy Hunt Paul Jarvis Daryl
Woodward Andy Campbell and
Richard Spillman Ollie Applegate
Karl Pitcher all appearing in teams
for the first time
Winners were as follows
BEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE 1st B
Taylor (47 points) 2nd H Waters (46
points) 3rd D Rudling (45 points)gt
BEST TEAM SCORE 1st Team
Spillman (S Spillman R Spillman
D Rudling I Bonser (99 points) 2nd
Team Shipp (T Shipp G Rowlands
K Kitteridge T Lyons (97 points)
3rd Team Wordley (S Wordley R
Bailey P Legrice M Mace (95
points)
RICK NEAVE CUP Bob Taylor (47
Points)
LOWEST GROSS ROUND Paul
Matless (72 shots)
OTHER AWARDS Nearest The Pin
(Hole 3) - Jon Sproston Longest
Drive (Hole 9) - Stuart Livock
Longest Drive (Hole 13) - P Matless
Nearest The Pin (Hole 17) - Phil
Patience Wooden Spoon (Paul
Rayner)
The club would like to again extend
its thanks to thanks Simon Jessop at
Richmond Park Golf Club for
providing excellent hospitality
throughout the day and allowing the
club to put on this much needed
fundraiser each year Details of next
year‟s competition will available in
2011
Pictured are the winning team left to
right S Spillman D Rudling R
Spillman I Bonser
Watton Uniteds 4th Annual Golf Day
ST MARYrsquoS CHURCH WATTON
GRAND FETE amp CAR BOOT SALE
on the field next to St Maryrsquos Church Car Park Saturday 21st August from 900am to 100pm
Raffle ~ Games ~ Cakes ~ Refreshments Car boot places at pound4 per car no need to book Please contact the Parish Office 01953 881252
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EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
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Holme Hale Pavilion
Summer Fete Saturday 7th August
10am -- 430pm Cake Stall Refreshments Beer
Tent Lots of Childrens games and also for Adults Grand Draw BBQ
(local butcher) Rescue Greyhounds
Institute Advanced Motorists Bouncy Castle also ladies have
your nails amp toenails painted and much much more
All welcome come enjoy
It‟s that time of year again at the
time of writing we are in the middle
of Quilts Three our third annual
exhibition courtesy of the Wayland
Partnership in the Dragonfly Gallery
at Wayland House It gives an
opportunity for others to see exactly
what we do hack tack and stuff With
a name like that we are obviously not
bdquojust another sewing group‟ This
year we were worried about having
enough work to exhibit and then had
far more than we could show The
exhibition opened at 10 o‟clock on
Saturday the 10th July continuing
until the 17th Half way through the
week over one hundred and fifty
visitors had been counted Work on
show included not only quilts of all
sizes but also fabric boxes cushions
bags toys and other examples of the
members‟ crafts made for personal
use and as gifts There were examples
of the Heart cushions given to people
who have had surgery for breast
cancer and quilts for ill
and traumatised
children and teenagers
distributed through the
Norfolk branch of
ProjectLinus There was
a raffle donations box
and articles for sale
Proceeds will go
towards materials for
items for these charities
There will be more
details in the next
edition
Meanwhile meetings
and demonstrations
continued normally including an
excellent example of the latter
featuring a variety of borders by
two clever ladies This was so well
organised that members were
provided with pieces of pre-cut
fabrics so there was no excuse for
not bdquohaving a go‟ We are all fired
with enthusiasm and likely to put
borders on everything I suggest
partners check their shirts and
trousers
The group does not meet in August
but will be back on Tuesday the
14th September at 7 pm in the
Watton Christian Community
Centre for the beginning of another
session meanwhile members and
non-members can check our Blog
at httphtsqgroupblogspotcom
to see what is happening over the
next few months This features a
calendar which has details up until
the end of the year It is also
updated very regularly If you are
not online phone Sue Hart on
01362 822536
Hackers Tackers and Stuffers
Last year Alan Smiths Birthday
present from his daughter and son in
law (Kerry and Chris Varley) was a
book written about some mature men
walking the coast2coast It was so
inspiring and amusing to read that
soon several other people including
his wife (Gill) and 2 close friends
(Tim and Carol Suthers) had also
been inspired and enjoyed the read
All 6 of us enjoy our walks and
encouraged by the two youngest
(Chris amp Kerry) who have done this
before they decided to take up the
challenge From St Bees on the west
coast to Robin‟s Hood Bay on the
east coast some 192 miles in 13 days
will be covered in August this year as
their annual holiday Whilst doing
this they have been encouraged by a
few people to make it an event to
raise money for charity
They thought it would be nice to
support a local charity in East Anglia
and have chosen the East Anglian Air
Ambulance Registered Charity
1083876 They are a 365 day-a-year life-
saving service across Bedfordshire
Cambridgeshire Peterborough Norfolk
and Suffolk The charity is independent
of government and National Lottery
funding and is entirely dependent on
fund-raising and contributions To keep
its two air ambulances flying and to
provide the advanced medical
equipment they carry over pound3 million
per year has to be raised The group
thought it would be good to offer their
support to the EAAA in making this
walk not just their holiday and
challenge but also an event to raise
some cash to help them in their work
Gill also contacted the organisation to
see if they could visit and see first-hand
one of the helicopters and the staff of
EAAA who offer such a valuable and
life-saving service
On average the EAAA are called to
four incidents every day life
threatening situations such as road
traffic accidents incidents involving
people in inaccessible places and
cardiac arrests Because of the
advanced skills drugs and equipment
found on board and being able to
access places impossible for a land
ambulance the EAAA can make the
difference
Will you help us to help them in their
work To make a donation and offer
your support you can visit httpwwwjustgivingcomcoast2coastthevarleyssuthersandsmiths
Birthday Day Present Inspires 3 Couples to take up a Challenge
From left to right Chris Varley Alan Smith Gill Smith
Kerry Varley Carol Suthers and Tim Suthers
At Wayland Scout Group we
started the month with a Family
Day the Cubs and Scouts cooked
lunch for over 50 people to
celebrate our first AGM Parents
siblings Leaders and the District
Commissioner John Sweeney
were treated to dips and cruditeacutes
Southern Fried Chicken rice and
beans and salads followed by
apple pie and custard
All the young people did a fantastic
job creating a delicious meal made
even better by the wonderful weather
Following a cricket match we were
joined by Rev Geoff Garrett from St
May‟s Church who dedicated our
new flags for us
The afternoon was finished in fine
style with a wonderful array of
homemade cakes and a cup of tea
The Leaders would like to pass on
their thanks to everyone for their
wonderful support and help
The Cubs recently enjoyed a craft
night creating robots form junk
including turning one Cub into an
android by creating an amazing
costume for him
This term the Scouts have been
working towards their Global
Challenge including looking at
different traditions around the
world As it is nearly the end of
term they had plenty of fun
making a traditional Fez with
maybe a nod to Doctor Who who
has recently made the hats cool
The Scout Troop has also been
challenged by the local Rotarians to
have a camp using only a Shelter Box
tent and the emergency equipment
provided in the box Of course they
have accepted the challenge and will
be holding this
camp in mid-
August Our aim
is to be
sponsored so we
can raise enough
money be able
to buy a Shelter
Box for the
charity If you
would like to
sponsor us
please contact
Theresa Cutts on 01953 884243
or email
waylandscoutsgooglemailcom for
more information
At a recent event hosted by the
County Commissioner Richard
Butler the Leaders were also
presented with certificates to
congratulate them on opening a
successful Cub Pack Scout Troop
and building a Leadership team
We are also looking forward to a
4 day activity camp in August
with the rest of South West
Norfolk District If you are
interested in finding out more
about Scouting in Watton please
email us on the address above
AGM Androids and Fezs
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The bdquoAttleborough Players‟ amateur
dramatic society has been entertaining
people in the locality for more than 35
years with shows pantomimes plays
concerts and we are currently
rehearsing a musical play to feature a
group of our very talented younger
members to be staged in October
Since present day legislation has strict
demands for separate changing
facilities for adults and youngsters we
now have an additional burden on our
already strained finances
The society is a registered charity and
finances have been maintained at a
respectable level by staging shows
and our popular bdquoFish bdquon‟ Quiz‟
evenings on a regular basis hopefully
we will be presenting another quiz in
November Ticket prices have been
kept at a very competitive pound5 for most
of our shows takings which go
mostly towards running costs the rest
into a dwindling bank account In
these days of drastic belt tightening
we prefer to keep the cost of tickets
low to benefit our audiences This
means of course that our pool of
monetary assets has developed a
steady leak
We are looking for any business or
individual willing to sponsor us
Sponsorship would guarantee
programme and poster advertising to a
negotiable degree while private
individuals would benefit by free
tickets to any of our events of their
choice
Any business or private individual
willing to help us in this way please
contact our treasurer Anne
Greenwood ndash Tel 01953 455022
With our ever increasing membership
particularly of teenagers we think the
bdquoAttleborough Players‟ is a
worthwhile concern to keep running
on an even keel We hope you do too
The Players need your help
Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles By popular request the PHIL
BROOKPETE OXBOROUGH
JAZZ QUARTET are returning to
St Margarets church Breckles on
FRIDAY 17th SEPTEMBER at 730
pm The Quartet also features Ivars
Galenieks bass and Bob Dore
drums Tickets are pound1250 to
include refreshments and can be
obtained from Margaret Morfoot
Telehone 01953 498286 There will
be a beer and wine bar from 7 pm
This is a very popular evening All
proceeds for the upkeep of St
Margarets Church Breckles
Breckles is on the B1111 4 miles
north of the A11B1111 junction
Watton Ballroom Dancing Association
Queenrsquos Hall Watton 8pm till 11pm
Admission pound350
Saturday August 7th Mike 01953 882799
Wayland High School Students‟ British Science Association CREST Award
Twelve Year 9 students at
Wayland High School have
received the British Science
Association‟s CREST award for
designing and producing industry
standard batik artwork bags It is
the first time that the school has
entered the CREST awards
facilitated by The Exchange
(Norfolk Education Business
Partnership) who provided a small
bursary to support the batik
project Photograph of the students
with Batik bags and certificates
attached
Jan Cockburn from The Exchange
who visited the school to present
the awards at a Year 9 assembly
said Congratulations to the
students who carried out the batik
project You have shown great
enthusiasm for the subject and
fully deserve the national
recognition provided by a British
Science Association CREST
award
Val Wenham teacher and batik
artist who led the project said
The students learned the full batik
process including use of wax and
dyes initially experimenting on
paper before developing their
designs for the bags They created
designs that could be reproduced
on an industrial basis and studied
the technological and commercial
side of working in batik
Sadly one of the awards was
presented posthumously Alastair
Codling who also took part in the
batik project received his twin
sister Claire‟s award Claire
passed away earlier this year
For more information about the
work of The Exchange see
wwwnorfolk-exchangeorguk or
tel 01953 601439
For more information about British
Science Association CREST
Awards see
wwwbritishscienceassociationorg
webccafCREST
Pictured left to right are - Back Ellis Stone Harrison Cutts Sophie Shaw Ben Rees Martha Watts Stephanie
Parker Lauren Symons Megan Kennedy Front Alistair Codling Cameron Goldie Sam Beckwith
Our meeting in July had a
slightly different format to the
usual system We held a coffee
and chat event and we accepted a
cheque on behalf of Diabetes
UK for pound1136 presented by the
former chairman of Breckland
District Council
John Rogers The chairman of
our group Ron Thompson
accepted the cheque and said that
the money would be used by
Diabetes UK to help to fund
holidays for children with
Diabetes Councillor John
Rogers was warmly thanked
(Please see separate article for
picture page 14)
At our next meeting on August
9th two of our members will be
talking about the work they do
with the Retired Greyhound
Trust They are going to be
bringing a couple of their four
legged friends too John and Rod
will be suitably tethered to stop
them straying around the tables
and getting in the dogs way
The meeting starts at 1015am at
the Pentecostal Church Watton
(whom we thank for the use of
their facilities) all welcome For
further details about the group or
any of the meetings please
phone Helen 01953 884713 and
leave a message and I will get
back to you as soon as I can
We are have a special meeting on
the 13th September when we are
very fortunate to have as our
speaker Richard Lane OBE
President of Diabetes UK Some of
our members met Richard for the
first time last year and were very
taken by him and his frankness and
honesty about his Diabetes and
what has happened to him He is a
very interesting man and we are
very lucky he is available to come
and speak to us
We will be providing a light buffet
lunch for this meeting at a cost of pound5
per head and we would be pleased to
invite you to join us Because we
need to know numbers for the
catering arrangements please could
you phone David 01362 696781
before August 9th if you would like
to attend this special meeting
Watton amp District Group - Diabetes UK
Picture Supplied
News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 19
Poet‟s Place Poet‟s Place is open once more to all readers to
submit their own work for publication All
contributions are welcome and will be printed
unedited for reader‟s enjoyment
A GOOD DEAL
When I‟m watching the birds in our garden
Little lambs that gambol in fields
I thank God I have such perception
This is what I would call a good deal
A small child with a smile that is wistful and shy
And a look to melt hearts made of steel
With a grasp of tiny soft fingers
Makes me realise what a good deal
Our cat usually independent and strong
Purrs around at my feet rubs my heel
I know it‟s because he wants feeding
He knows he is on a good deal
When dining out at a pub or cafeacute
I go where they serve a fine meal
With the atmosphere right and excellent food
Best of all I will get a good deal
Shopping in town for my clothing
Can be such a blinking ordeal
I go and intend not to overspend
And resolve I will get a good deal
Deciding on presents for Christmas
Then doing my best to conceal
The parcels I‟ve bought for each person
It‟s fine to receive a good deal
The flowers that grow in my garden
I planted in Spring with such zeal
Are now blooming so bright with such colours
I can see I have got a good deal
When I meet with my friends for a bridge game
My excitement I try to conceal
When the cards that I hold help me win lots of points
It‟s because I‟ve been dealt a good deal
Edith Pleasance copy 290906
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01953 458 036 Italian Wines 2 for pound5 Wide range
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01953 860210 If you purchase goods from the shop costing over pound50 (excluding the post office cigarettes lottery and Paypoint) in one transaction then you will be entitled to claim a bottle of Italian wine (worth pound5)
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Market Place New Buckenham
01953 860 351
Village Stores Market Street East Harling
01953 718115 A wide range of products in stock
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High Street Attleborough (Opposite Sainsburys)
01953 453 257 Newspapers amp magazines
Wide range of confectionery tobacconist Wide range of Wines Beers and Spirits
Londis Banham 01953 887320
Your Local Village Supermarket
Watton University of the Third Age (U3A) Forty eight members enjoyed the tour
of North Norfolk by train and coach
A superb cream tea at Bircham
Windmill rounded off the tour in style
The next trip is a tour of the Fens with
a professional guide on Friday 17th
September The booking list is now
open contact Ron on 01953 889951
The Croquet Group is now playing at
the Watton Sports Centre on a
Tuesday afternoon New players
would be most welcome including
visitors (potential new members) For
playing times contact Margaret on
01953 882136 Alan Bickers is the
new Leader of the Pub Lunch Group
who will have their first meeting on
Thursday 12th August
Next venue for the Garden Visits
Group is Dunbheagan House near
Dereham with music in the afternoon
and teas in aid of the St Johns
Ambulance Meet at 130pm in the
Queens Hall car park Transport can
be arranged Contact Susan on 01953
881373
The next monthly meeting is on
Thursday 26th August when the
speaker will be Barbara Miller with
ldquoNorwich over the Waterrdquo
The Membership Secretary can be
contacted on 01953 885358 For
further information on the National
U3A go to wwwu3aorg
On Thursday 24th June the
announcement was made in London of
the winner of this year‟s Carnegie
medal That prize has been awarded by
children‟s librarians almost every year
since 1936 for an outstanding book for
children and young people Since 23rd
April when the short-list was
announced 50000 children in schools
all over Britain have been reading the
eight novels - nearly 3000 pages of
high quality fiction Thirty of those
very dedicated readers met on the same
day in Attleborough High School
Library to spend two hours in lively
debate with their guests from Old
Buckenham High School sustained by
strawberries cheese straws and home-
made cakes
The event organised by the school‟s
librarian Helen Gage greatly engaged
the students and staff and much heated
argument about which was the best of
the books on the list ensued The group
voted for their own choice of winner
took lots of photographs and then at
the time stipulated by the Carnegie‟s
national organisers opened the
envelope containing the name of the
winning title Neil Gaiman‟s bdquoThe graveyard book‟ Of the gathering in Attleborough High School‟s
library student Ellie Halls (pictured above) was the only one who had firmly backed that choice In
November the long-list for next year‟s award will be published ndash and the whole wonderful process
will begin again We can‟t wait
Carnegie medal celebration the Attleborough High School big debate
Wayland Happy Circle Our July meeting was a social afternoon with a Beetle Drive followed by a Strawberry Tea Shirley
welcomed 25 members and 1 visitor and seven birthday cards were distributed Our former President
is making good progress and we hope to see her back amongst us soon
Shirley organised the Beetle Drive the first session being won by Molly and Maureen and the second
by Jenny Two of members Margaret and Jenny had prepared the strawberries and cream and these
were enjoyed by all with shortbread and a cuppa The usual raffle was held to close the afternoon
25 members and guests will be going on the outing in July and tea will be taken at Elveden Visitor
Centre followed by a tour of the Stanta Training Area
Our next meeting will be on 3rd August when Tina Cruz will talk to us about Portuguese cooking
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 20 News
July 1st ndash The day that Rotary
Clubs all over the world install their
new presidents And this year
Watton was no exception Outgoing
president Richard Akister handed
over to new president Doctor Mike
Harvey (see pic) Health problems
caused Mike to take early
retirement as a general practitioner
and having come to Norfolk and
settled in Shipdham some 5 years
ago he was introduced to the
Watton Rotary Club and thought it
would be a good platform and outlet
for his considerable energy and
skill He was an instigator of the
Watton Club‟s very
successful fundraising
drive in support of the
bdquoBalloons for Hearts‟
initiative in 20078 With
the help of 2 other Rotary
Clubs pound5300 was raised
and a giant cheque was
presented to the campaign
coordinator We hear that
the cheque is still on
display in the cardiac
reception area at the
NNUH Mike intends to
continue his ministry of the
Watton Club with a
medical flavour
As a prelude to the presidential
handover in both clubs Watton
Inner Wheel and Rotary Clubs
joined forces and held a most
successful bdquoround the houses‟ or
bdquosafari‟ supper Changing sets of 3
or 4 couples rotate around each of
several members‟ houses for the
various courses of an evening meal
with everyone landing up at the
President‟s house for the final
course and a bit of party time
Following our visit to New South
Wales Australia last year the
Watton Club is hosting the first part
of the return Rotary international
friendship exchange in September
Eight couples from various places
in NSW are expected they will stay
with Watton members for a few
days before moving on to be hosted
by Rotarians of various other
Rotary clubs throughout Norfolk
and Suffolk More about this next
month Martin Anscombe
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During a debate about jobs and
unemployment on July 7th I made my
maiden speech in the House of Commons
I have focussed my column this month on
the content and inspirations for the speech
in which I set out why I am so passionate
about representing our area
Maiden speeches have a long tradition in
the Commons and new MPs usually
don‟t involve themselves in debates in the
House until they have made theirs
Maidens give new MPs a chance to talk
about their constituency and to outline
some of the issues they aim to work on
I focused my speech on three key
themes the need for a more local
approach to jobs and housing how the
politically correct bdquorights‟ culture
ignores traditional values and the need
for a better politics
The Rural Way of Life
Living and running a business locally I
know how life in rural England has been
overlooked I know how our traditional
values are too often denigrated and how
Norfolk has become increasingly
marginalised
ldquoTackling that sense of marginalisation
in order to unlock the talents and
aspirations of its people are the
central theme of my work as [an] MP
The people of Mid Norfolk feel
marginalised by the decision-making
process and too often forced to change
in ways that they have neither chosen
nor like The small local voluntary and
rural is all too often crowded out by the
big national professional and urban
[R]ural Britain has been especially
hard hit by unemployment during this
recession and my constituency has
pockets of rural deprivation which are
often hidden Pensioner poverty can
be especially invisible
ldquoPost offices pubs and village shops
close while more and more people are
forced to commute increasing distances
from the mass housing estates that have
been forced on our market towns and
councilsrdquo
ldquoThe people of Mid Norfolk sent me
here to speak up for them so I shall
[They] have found themselves
increasingly powerless in the face of a
tidal wave of legislation and big
government from Europe Whitehall
and unaccountable regional quangos
Many worry that our culture has been
hijacked by an increasingly intolerant
politically correct anything goes
multiculturalism which seems to have
too little respect for the longer
traditions of tolerance personal
freedom and responsibility embedded in
our traditional heritage By pumping
the bellows of local empowerment I
believe that we can reignite the embers
of a culture which can and should be
allowed to coexist with metropolitan
Britain to mutual benefitrdquo
Economic opportunities
Having run my ldquoNorfolk Wayrdquo campaign
for over three years I know how urgently
we need new jobs and opportunities in
Mid Norfolk Average wages here are low
and I wanted to focus on how we can
reignite our economy and strengthen local
communities and services
ldquoIn my three-year candidacy I insisted
on another way we call it the Norfolk
way a vision of a vibrant rural society
based on a renaissance of rural
enterprise smaller pockets of mixed
housing spread more fairly and
sustainably fast-growing small
businesses and jobs back in our villages
and towns less commuting a richer
mix of ages and blue and white-collar
jobs in active communities
ldquoSome may ask Where are those new
jobs and businesses to come from Let
me tell the House Situated between
Norwich and Cambridge are two of the
worlds leading centres of scientific
research and innovation in food
biomedicine and the clean
technologies all of which are so vital
to the global challenges that we face
Mid Norfolk is perfectly positioned to
become a hub of entrepreneurial
activity and new jobs With the world-
leading John Innes centre the Institute
of Food Research world-class
agriculture and high-tech engineering
along the A11 corridor we can lead
those new economic sectors on which
we will increasingly dependrdquo
ldquoAs someone who came to politics after
a 15-year career in creating new
technology businesses I hope to be able
to put my experience to good use in that
area However that revolution cannot
happen without two essential things
new models of investment in
infrastructure including the A11 rural
broadband and rail links and some
local leadershiprdquo
Giving People Responsibility
I believe in giving local communities
power Residents in a village know the
problems they have and usually know
how to solve them better than somebody
in an office miles away During my
speech I called for a new approach
ldquoThe stale post-war model of statist
centralisation and dependence on the
Whitehall handout has failed Norfolk
Rural Britain is the repository of
some important virtues that our modern
culture has neglected a deep belief in
self-help and responsibility an
insistence that everybody in a
community has a role and the rejection
of a shallow media cultures obsession
with celebrity and a love of the small
the different and the local These are
qualities that are deeply rooted in the
English character
ldquoAt the heart of this manifesto is a big
idea that citizenship is forged
through the empowering act of the
state granting responsibility to its
citizens That is the central idea which
has brought me into politics as a
Conservative and which I am delighted
is once again the idea at the heart of
modern Conservatism and this
coalitionrdquo
It was an honour to make my maiden on
behalf of the people of Mid Norfolk and
if you would like a full transcript of the
speech please email
Georgefreemanmpparliamentuk or
watch the video of the speech on my
website wwwgeorgefreemancouk
The Westminster View
George Freeman is the Conservative MP
for Mid-Norfolk The object of this
column is to help readers stay in touch
with their MP - it is not intended as a
reflection of the political views of anyone
associated with the Mid Norfolk Times
Watton Rotary Roundup
People for Animal Care Trust
(PACT) and Caine Lloyd of
Lloyd Engineering in Watton are
organising an adventure to climb
Mount Kilimanjaro in spring
2011 The intention is to raise
funds for PACT through
sponsorship and to have some fun
doing so
My name is Geoff Bell and I am
one of the people who are taking
part in this Challenge I have the
funds for my part in this challenge
but I fell it would be good to raise
funds for PACT as well
Through the Kili Challenge
PACT will receive funding to
build much needed additional
kennels to house the regular
influx of animals they have
PACT is based in Woodrising
and work hard to ensure the
welfare of animals in Norfolk
PACT‟s web-site is
wwwpactsanctuaryorg and more
information about them can be
obtained from there With your
kind help it would be a great
honour and privilege to extend
my support for PACT by taking
part in this challenge and to be of
help and support to one of the
loves in my life
If you would like to sponsor me
to take part in this challenge and
raise much needed funding for
PACT then please contact me
through Facebook or ring me on
01953-882925 For more
information you can ring PACT
on 01362 820775 or Caine on
01953 881255 I will also be
holding three public collection
days for this outside the Co-op in
Watton on the 18th August 15th
September and 13th October
Thank you for your support
The Kili Challenge in aid of PACT
Picture Supplied
Church Times and Puzzle
Watton Churches Together Service Calendar for August 2010
St Maryrsquos Church Watton 1st 3rd amp 4th Wednesday at 930am Holy Communion
2nd Wednesday Morning Worship Church Office opens Tues
Wed amp Thurs 9am-1pm Tel 01953 881252
margaretchurchadmfreeservecouk wwwstmaryswattonorg
Sun 1st 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
530pm Choral Evensong
Sun 8th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
Sun 15th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Sun 22nd 800am Holy Communion
1000am All Age Worship
12 noon Holy Baptism
630pm Praise and Worship with Shine
Sun 29th 800am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Watton Methodist Church Every Wednesday the Church is open for quiet reflection and
prayer between 1000am amp 1200noon
Itrsquos your quiet place At 1030 there is a half-hour Midweek
Service in the Large Vestry led by the Minister or a Church
Member wwwwattonmethodistbtikcom
Sun 1st 1045am Rev Barbara Winner Holy Communion
630pm Rev Brian Eagle
Sun 8th 1045am Mr Richard Hompstead
630pm Mrs Janet Roebuck
Sun 15th 1045am Mrs Sonia Mann
630pm Mr Brian Lawrence
Sun 22nd 1045am Mrs Elsie Warby
630pm Revd Barbara Winner Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1100am Section Service at Saham Hills
Mr John Winner
630pm Rev Brian Eagle Holy Communion
Roman Catholic Community Each Sat 530pm Mass at Watton Methodist Church
Pentecostal Church Dereham Road Watton There is a Noahs Ark Sunday and Kings Kids for children
during the Sunday morning services
Sun 1st 1030am Morning Service with guest speakers
Christian amp Ann Fernandez from La Rochelle France
Sun 8th 1030am Family Service amp Doughnuts
600pm Prayer amp Praise with guest speaker
Dama Safari from Shalom Africa
Sun 15th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Freed from your past‟
Sun 22nd 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Made in God‟s image‟
600pm Prayer and Praise
Sun 29th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoChanged by love‟
St Nicholasrsquo Church Ashill Tuesdays 1000am Said Holy Communion
Sun 1st 930am Lay Led Morning Worship
Sun 8th 930am Morning Worship
Sun 15th 930am All Age Worship
Sun 22nd 930am Holy Communion
St Georgersquos Church Saham Toney Sun 1st 1030am Benefice Service of Holy Communion
Sun 8th 1100am Morning Worship and Holy Baptism
Sun 15th 1100am Pet Service
1230pm Holy Baptism
Sun 22nd 1100am Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1030am Group Service of Holy Communion
SS Peter amp Paulrsquos Church Carbrooke Sun 8th 1030am All Age Worship
Sun 15th 1030am Holy Communion
Sun 22nd 1030am Lay Led Morning Worship
1230pm Holy Baptism
St John the Evangelist Church Ovington Thursdays 800am Said Holy Communion
Sun 8th 12 noon Pet Service
Sun 22nd 930am Lay Led All Age Worship
Breckles Caston Great Hockham Griston Merton Stow Bedon
Thompson
Worship Calendar August 2010
Sunday 1st August
1030 am United Holy Communion Thompson
Sunday 8TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Breckles
(Patronal Festival)
Sunday 15TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Gt Hockham
1030 am United Holy Communion Caston
Sunday 22ND August 900 am Holy Communion (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Gt Hockham
Sunday 29TH August
1030 am United Holy Communion Griston
Sunday 5TH September
1030 am United Holy Communion Stow Bedon
Our Pram Service Sunday Club amp WAY youth group
will resume in September
Enquiries The Revd Bob Nichols Tel (01953) 483222
Email revbobnicholsgmailcom
All Saints Church Threxton Sunday 1st August at 10 am
Scribble Pad
Across 7 One looking for riches (76) 8 Something to keep the claws in shape (8) 9 An assistant would be an idea (4) 10 Snap a biscuit for Christmas (7) 12 This clue might lead you the wrong way (5) 14 Fused fuse (5) 16 Feminine pronoun (7) 19 A phaser setting used by Captain Kirk (4) 20 A reserve supply to be drawn on (8) 22 but loose (553)
Down 1 A bright star from Avon (4) 2 Slopey writing (6) 3 infield pagan (7) 4 as chips said the chick (5) 5 Inherited (6) 6 Use this to change names (44) 11 Compared to a relation (8) 13 Earth shaking (7) 15 Of the coldest season (6) 17 How warm snow goes (6) 18 The sound of teddy bears (5) 21 Burn to charcoal (4)
PUZZLE CORNER
pound10 PRIZE CROSSWORD
Would you like to win a pound10 Voucher to spend Simply complete
the crossword on the right and drop it in to The Wayland News bin
at (or post it to) Adcocks 32 High Street Watton Norfolk IP25
6AE before the paper deadline All correct entries will be put into a
draw and the winner will receive a pound10 voucher to spend In the
event of any dispute the decision of the Editor will be final The
clues are a mix of cryptic and easy with one or two anagrams
thrown in just to make it more interesting
The correct solution will be published in the next issue
Last Month‟s Puzzle The winner of last month‟s pound10 prize was Mrs S Dockray of
Nelson Court Watton Well done Mrs Dockray
Thought for the month By Rev Barbara Winner Methodist Church Well the World Cup was disappointing for some of us and so
was Wimbledon There doesn‟t seem much to celebrate Or is
there
There was once a speaker who started off one of his talks by
showing everyone in the audience a pound50 note It was a crisp
new note He asked the room full of people who would like
the pound50 and it was no surprise that most hands went up He
then proceeded to crumple the note up in his hand and then
asked who still wanted it The hands stayed up Next he
dropped the note on the ground and started to grind the note
with his shoe When he picked it up it was dirty and
crumpled When he asked who still wanted it the hands stayed
up Well of course they did ndash just because it was crumpled
and dirty didn‟t prevent it being worth the pound50 just as it had
been in the beginning when he started his talk The note was
still of value ndash the value hadn‟t changed
We are in a time of change and cuts and we don‟t quite know
what‟s coming next But whatever cuts and changes come
however much we feel the effects our value as people has not
changed Life throws all sorts of things at us and we can end
up feeling crumpled and trodden on In God‟s eyes we are
loved and precious ndash valuable And no amount of cuts
changes and troubles will change this God‟s love for us is a
pure gift ndash it is not subject to cuts and change We read in the
Bible that God so loved the world that he gave his son that we
might have life And what‟s more it is a gift freely given
Now that really is worth celebrating
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 22 News
MOTs pound3500 VEHICLES FROM V 99 ONWARDS pound40 FOR OLDER VEHICLES
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SHIPDHAM
Tel 01362 820416
Has Your PC Slipped a Disc Netted a virus Mouse trapped and
wont work now
For all manner of computer repairs and support
Call Julian Horn on 01953 881885 ldquoSilver Surferrdquo support a speciality
SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEAS Hosted by St Maryrsquos Church in August
Sunday 15th August Christian Community Centre 230pm until 4pm All
welcome - please come along and bring family and friends
Watton United FC have begun
preparing for life in Anglian
Combination Division 1 by
appointing ex - Diss and Watton
player Paul Nicholls to assist with
training and match days whilst he
awaits his return to football from a
serious injury Manager Vince
Harwood has welcomed his return
to the club in a coaching capacity
and hopes his experience at a
higher level will improve the
young players currently at the club
Further changes behind the scenes
include the appointment of Ian
Hunt and Christian Hayward to
assist with running the reserve
team this season and they are
encouraging any new players to
attend training on Wednesday
nights at Watton Sports Centre
(7pm start)
The club has also arranged a number
of Preseason friendlies for the first
team all at home versus Watton
United 18s Dersingham Rovers
(Friday 6th August) and Thetford
Rovers (Wednesday 11th August)
kicking off at 645pm Their first
league fixture is a local derby away
at Wymondham Town on Tuesday
17th August
The reserves new management
team are looking forward to home
games against Thetford Rovers
Reserves (Wednesday 4th August)
and an unnamed team (Friday 13th
August) before their season starts
on Thursday 19th August away at
Mattishall Reserves All games
Kick off at 645pm
The club also have a number of
advertising opportunities available
this season with programme
adverts and advertising boards at
the ground all priced at pound50 for the
season Anyone interested should
contact Paul Woods on
07917361762 or email
infowattonunitedfccouk
Getting ready for the new season
For a small very rural bowls club
Ashill has exceeded all expectations
this year Our men reached the
quarterfinals of the Bales Cup and
Peter Bunn Colin Breeze Bob Hall
and Alan Willer reached the same
stage in the Norfolk County Fours The
men also lie 2nd in the Central North
Division just a half point behind
Thetford The ladies section not to be
outdone have also faired very well
Chris Bailey reaching the quarterfinals
of the County Unbadged Singles
before succumbing to an opponent
from Freethorpe she Inga Healy and
Jackie Taylor got to the quarterfinals of
the Coronation Cup and the latter two
and Sheila Malyon reached the semi-
finals of the County Triples before
being beaten by Diss at RG Carters
In the mixed competitions we
overcame Long Stratton Thetford and
Connaught (the latter two on their
home greens) to reach the semi-finals
of the Jermy Cup our opponents being
Freethorpe on Sunday 18th July at the
neutral green of Wymondham and just
recently we won the Coral Cup played
at Watton Bowls Club So far it has
been a very successful and enjoyable
season despite the vagaries of our
uncertain weather
Ashill Bowls Club minnows on a high
The sunny warm and dry weather
has turned parts of the course brown
but has made for some exciting golf
None more so than in the June
monthly medal when David Flack
playing off a handicap of 10 shot a
net 62 In the same competition
Martin Parker achieved a hole in 1
on the par three 12th hole which
made him very happy but led to a
large dent in his bank balance
Recent Stableford competition
winners were Tony Bonner Alan
Blythe Phil Barrall David Wakeford
and David Packard
Recent inter-club match results were
versus Eaton Away lost 2frac12 - 3frac12 V
Royal Cromer away lost 1frac12 - 4frac12 V
Costessey park at home lost 2frac12 -
3frac12 V Gt Yarmouth at home won
5frac12 - frac12
The Seniors Open was held on 1st
July and approx 50 players
representing 14 different clubs
played in a stableford competition It
was an excellent day enjoyed by all
and the winner was George Axten
from Kings Lynn A separate
competition for Richmond Park
members was won by David Adcock
Richmond Park Golf Club Senior Section
On Saturday 21st August at Ashill
rectory Garden there will be a Fun
BBQ from 4pm to 8pm Tickets are
just pound5 for adults and pound250 for
children and include BBQ Salads
and delicious desserts
We hope to raise enough money at
this event to fund another year of
education for children in Uganda
who we have supported for six years
Tickets are available from Ann Bunn
on 01760 440 150
Fun Barbecue for Ugandan Children
The Annual Summer Show will
be held on SATURDAY
AUGUST 7trade This is an
opportunity for residents of
Rocklands and the surrounding
area to exhibit Fruit and
Vegetables Flowers Cookery
Art and Handicrafts and for the
children to show off their skills
in various classes
Entries for the show are
accepted between 9am and
12noon with judging
commencing at 1pm Doors are
open to the public at approx
330pm Show Schedules are
available from Post Office
Stores Rocklands or Margaret
Lister
If you feel you would like to
take part in our Summer Show
and would like more
information contact Margaret
Lister on 01953 483417
Annual Summer Show at Rocklands
Celebrations Celebrations You are all warmly invited to join
us at Choral Evensong at St
Mary‟s Church Watton on
Sunday 1st August at 530pm for
a special service of prayer and
beautiful church music and
afterwards for tea and cake
This is a celebration as our church
choir is one of 67 choirs affiliated
to the Royal School of Church
Music in Norfolk
Do come and enjoy the music and
see for yourselves You may
even want to join us We are
always happy to welcome new
members to the Choir
Goods amp services - warranties Repairs for goods can be expensive and it is very
important that warranties provide adequate
protection Unfortunately Citizens‟ Advice Bureaux
continue to hear about clients whose warranties
have not been honoured Here are some of the cases
dealt with by Bureaux throughout the country
Bishops Waltham reported that a woman had
purchased a buggy for pound150 at Babies R Us in
May 2009 She noticed that the elbow joints were
becoming loose and she believed this was
dangerous as it could pinch a child‟s fingers She
took it back to Babies R Us in January 2010 and
they sent it back to the manufacturer which
returned it and stated that the bolts had been
tightened (despite the fact that the joints were
riveted not bolted) The elbow joints did initially
seem tighter but the problem soon reappeared and
so the client took the buggy back again and
complained Babies R Us refused to replace the
buggy but sent it to their quality assurance
department which stated that the problem was due
to wear and tear She asked to see the manager
and explained that the buggy was within the
warranty period and that she was most unhappy
that her child was in danger every time she used
it The manager walked away and would not
discuss it Other customers came up to her in the
store and said they had had similar experiences
Southend saw a man who had bought a second
hand van for about pound4000 from The Van Centre
He had taken it back to the trader twice within six
weeks of purchasing it because the engine kept
cutting out and the client believed it was not safe
to drive Despite the fact that the van was covered
by warranty The Van Centre refused to rectify
the problems The client was frustrated at having
been sold a faulty van and very annoyed that he
received no help when he returned it He was also
very anxious and worried about the safety of the
vehicle especially as he had two children who
travel with him at times
Sometimes failure to honour a warranty is
compounded by other unfair trading practices such
as pressure to upgrade the faulty goods to a more
expensive version or mis-selling of inappropriate or
unnecessary insurance Ash told us about a client
who had problems with a secondhand vehicle She
had purchased a car with a warranty from a local
dealer using a hire purchase agreement In the first
12 months the car suffered repeated electrical
problems which the dealer was unable to resolve
The offer of a courtesy car was not honoured
resulting in additional expense for the client When
the client refused to drive the car again the dealer
encouraged her to exchange it for a newer model
and refinance The client agreed but the finance was
refused as a result of a poor credit rating The client
was left locked in a finance agreement for a car
which she considered unroadworthy despite the fact
that it was under warranty
Southend saw a woman who had purchased a
treadmill from Argos for pound29999 Four months
later she purchased breakdown insurance for pound44
However when the equipment needed repairing
she was told by Argos that the insurance was not
valid because it was taken out more than 45 days
after purchase She was given a handwritten note
saying that the claim was rejected by the insurer
Allianz Kings for this reason and was told that
she could ask them to refund her premium No
other remedy was offered When the adviser rang
Allianz Kings they were told that the insurance
did not cover the fault because the goods were
within the manufacturers two year warranty
period and a claim should in fact be made on this
Allianz Kings said that this is what Argos had
told them and there was no mention of the issue
of when the insurance was purchased The client
was annoyed at Argos for failing to rectify the
situation and identify who was responsible She
was also frustrated that she had been sold and
had begun to pay for insurance which appeared to
be useless and unnecessary at least for the two
years of the warranty
If you think that you have been similarly affected by
consumer issues and you would like help and advice
then please call in to your local Bureau or you could
also contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or
use their website at wwwconsumerdirectgovuk
Sports News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 23
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Ring Lesley Horn For 1 to 1 beginnerrsquos support in your own home
Friendly patient and knowledgeable help with using your computer to find things on the Internet email your family amp
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For quality out of print books Fine Bindings and Collectable Editions New Books including local and childrenrsquos classics
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Attleborough High in the Beach Volleyball Tournament
Three teams from Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre were
entered into the first Norfolk Beach
volleyball Tournament on Great
Yarmouth central beach This was the first
volleyball competition the school has
entered and there was an air of excitement
after some good practice sessions
Two U16 boys teams from Attleborough
High were entered into the 15 strong
league
Team 1 consisting of Richard Adelugba
Daniel Dean Matthew Brookson and Joe
Whiterod took a while to get use to the
sand losing their first game against Notre
Dame 17-9 Communication and
technique improved dramatically and the
Attleborough team went on to win against
Alderman Peel team 2 (25-9) Great
Yarmouth team 2 (23-11) and Oriel team
3 (20-17) The whole team worked well
together with excellent serving and
committed dives shown by all particularly
Richard saw Attleborough Team 1 sail
through to the play-off
Team 2 from Attleborough High consisted
of Callum Langstaff Jake Horscroft
Matthew Miller and Daniel Thompson
Some excellent combination play between
Callum and Jake saw this team win their
first game against Lynn Grove 19-11
Matthew put in some excellent serves in
the second game and Daniel‟s athletic
dives saw another win against Alderman
Peel team 3 (24-18) This team lost focus a
little towards the end and lost their final
two games against Oriel team 1 and Great
Yarmouth team 3 With two big wins to
start the tournament Attleborough team 2
managed to come 2nd in their group and
go into the play-off‟s
Team 1 played two teams to battle it out
for 1st 2nd and 3rd place Confidence was
boosted with great combinations of dig
set and smash to gain a win over
Alderman Peel team 1 (17-14) Next was
the unbeaten Oriel team 1 who always
took 3 touches to control and set up the
perfect smash was Attleborough found
hard to return
Final score here was 11-8 to Oriel
Attleborough Team 1 finished in 2nd
place out of 15 teams
Team 2 from AHS faced Notre Dame and
Oriel team 3 in their play-off and even
though excellent commitment was shown
to get even the slightest touch on the ball
two defeats left them in 6th place out of 15
One U16 girls team from Attleborough
High was entered consisting of Lauren
Willingham Annalise Gray Holly
Warren Ellie Philpott Sinead
Bollingbroke and Charlotte Ord The
girls team had 2 substitutes and took a
while to get use to the rotation of
positions The first game against
Alderman Peel 1 saw a closely contested
battle with some brilliant smashes from
Lauren but unfortunately the final
whistle blew at 17-16 to the opponents
With great determination and some
excellent set plays coming together from
Anna and Ellie the girls team went to
win three of their final games Caister
(19-16) Alderman Peel 4 (20-16) and
Lynn Grove (34-8)
Three out of four wins saw the
Attleborough High School girls through to
the grand final to play Notre Dame Even
though Sinead served brilliantly
throughout the team lost 48-21 leaving
Attleborough U16 girls to finish 2nd out
of 11 teams
Player from Watton United FC took
a break from the World Cup action
this month to try their hand on the
golf course at their 4th Annual Golf
Tournament on Friday 25th June
An impressive total of 23 x 4 man
teams competed this year The
competition comprised of 18 holes
under stableford rules with prizes
for the individual best score and
team score taking the best two
scores on each hole from each team
This year also saw the presentation
of the RICK NEAVE cup in
memory of Watton United‟s former
manager being awarded to the
highest scoring individual who has
played for Watton United FC and a
new award presented to the person
with the lowest overall round
The club were pleased to see a
number of current club members
taking part together with some
familar faces from the past including
ex Watton United Managers Tony
Shipp Bob Taylor and ex players
Andy Hunt Paul Jarvis Daryl
Woodward Andy Campbell and
Richard Spillman Ollie Applegate
Karl Pitcher all appearing in teams
for the first time
Winners were as follows
BEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE 1st B
Taylor (47 points) 2nd H Waters (46
points) 3rd D Rudling (45 points)gt
BEST TEAM SCORE 1st Team
Spillman (S Spillman R Spillman
D Rudling I Bonser (99 points) 2nd
Team Shipp (T Shipp G Rowlands
K Kitteridge T Lyons (97 points)
3rd Team Wordley (S Wordley R
Bailey P Legrice M Mace (95
points)
RICK NEAVE CUP Bob Taylor (47
Points)
LOWEST GROSS ROUND Paul
Matless (72 shots)
OTHER AWARDS Nearest The Pin
(Hole 3) - Jon Sproston Longest
Drive (Hole 9) - Stuart Livock
Longest Drive (Hole 13) - P Matless
Nearest The Pin (Hole 17) - Phil
Patience Wooden Spoon (Paul
Rayner)
The club would like to again extend
its thanks to thanks Simon Jessop at
Richmond Park Golf Club for
providing excellent hospitality
throughout the day and allowing the
club to put on this much needed
fundraiser each year Details of next
year‟s competition will available in
2011
Pictured are the winning team left to
right S Spillman D Rudling R
Spillman I Bonser
Watton Uniteds 4th Annual Golf Day
ST MARYrsquoS CHURCH WATTON
GRAND FETE amp CAR BOOT SALE
on the field next to St Maryrsquos Church Car Park Saturday 21st August from 900am to 100pm
Raffle ~ Games ~ Cakes ~ Refreshments Car boot places at pound4 per car no need to book Please contact the Parish Office 01953 881252
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 24 Sports News
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FUNERAL DIRECTORS SERVING WATTON amp DISTRICT
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MID-NORFOLK TIMES The deadline for the September issue will be
12 Noon on the 16th August Page space is allocated strictly on a first come first served basis Deadline is the latest
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Street Watton
The e-mail address is julianmidnorfolktimescom
All views expressed in the Mid-Norfolk Times are those of the contributors and
not the publishers While every care and effort has been taken to ensure accuracy
the publisher cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions
This issue of the Mid-Norfolk Times was published by Julian Horn 32 High Street Watton IP25 6AE and printed through
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EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
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Alcohol Paypoint
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Fresh Seasonal Vegetables Home Produced Pork
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SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL SHOPS
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Available for Hire
Wells Cole Community Centre
Bell Lane Saham Toney The ideal place to book for any event - Large Hall Small Hall Kitchen Catering and Bar all available for Wedding Receptions Birthday Parties Dances amp Discos Meetings Jumble
Sales etc Large Car Park - Childrenrsquos Play Area
Visit our Social Club - Bar open every Wednesday and Friday from
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01953 882 498
The bdquoAttleborough Players‟ amateur
dramatic society has been entertaining
people in the locality for more than 35
years with shows pantomimes plays
concerts and we are currently
rehearsing a musical play to feature a
group of our very talented younger
members to be staged in October
Since present day legislation has strict
demands for separate changing
facilities for adults and youngsters we
now have an additional burden on our
already strained finances
The society is a registered charity and
finances have been maintained at a
respectable level by staging shows
and our popular bdquoFish bdquon‟ Quiz‟
evenings on a regular basis hopefully
we will be presenting another quiz in
November Ticket prices have been
kept at a very competitive pound5 for most
of our shows takings which go
mostly towards running costs the rest
into a dwindling bank account In
these days of drastic belt tightening
we prefer to keep the cost of tickets
low to benefit our audiences This
means of course that our pool of
monetary assets has developed a
steady leak
We are looking for any business or
individual willing to sponsor us
Sponsorship would guarantee
programme and poster advertising to a
negotiable degree while private
individuals would benefit by free
tickets to any of our events of their
choice
Any business or private individual
willing to help us in this way please
contact our treasurer Anne
Greenwood ndash Tel 01953 455022
With our ever increasing membership
particularly of teenagers we think the
bdquoAttleborough Players‟ is a
worthwhile concern to keep running
on an even keel We hope you do too
The Players need your help
Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles By popular request the PHIL
BROOKPETE OXBOROUGH
JAZZ QUARTET are returning to
St Margarets church Breckles on
FRIDAY 17th SEPTEMBER at 730
pm The Quartet also features Ivars
Galenieks bass and Bob Dore
drums Tickets are pound1250 to
include refreshments and can be
obtained from Margaret Morfoot
Telehone 01953 498286 There will
be a beer and wine bar from 7 pm
This is a very popular evening All
proceeds for the upkeep of St
Margarets Church Breckles
Breckles is on the B1111 4 miles
north of the A11B1111 junction
Watton Ballroom Dancing Association
Queenrsquos Hall Watton 8pm till 11pm
Admission pound350
Saturday August 7th Mike 01953 882799
Wayland High School Students‟ British Science Association CREST Award
Twelve Year 9 students at
Wayland High School have
received the British Science
Association‟s CREST award for
designing and producing industry
standard batik artwork bags It is
the first time that the school has
entered the CREST awards
facilitated by The Exchange
(Norfolk Education Business
Partnership) who provided a small
bursary to support the batik
project Photograph of the students
with Batik bags and certificates
attached
Jan Cockburn from The Exchange
who visited the school to present
the awards at a Year 9 assembly
said Congratulations to the
students who carried out the batik
project You have shown great
enthusiasm for the subject and
fully deserve the national
recognition provided by a British
Science Association CREST
award
Val Wenham teacher and batik
artist who led the project said
The students learned the full batik
process including use of wax and
dyes initially experimenting on
paper before developing their
designs for the bags They created
designs that could be reproduced
on an industrial basis and studied
the technological and commercial
side of working in batik
Sadly one of the awards was
presented posthumously Alastair
Codling who also took part in the
batik project received his twin
sister Claire‟s award Claire
passed away earlier this year
For more information about the
work of The Exchange see
wwwnorfolk-exchangeorguk or
tel 01953 601439
For more information about British
Science Association CREST
Awards see
wwwbritishscienceassociationorg
webccafCREST
Pictured left to right are - Back Ellis Stone Harrison Cutts Sophie Shaw Ben Rees Martha Watts Stephanie
Parker Lauren Symons Megan Kennedy Front Alistair Codling Cameron Goldie Sam Beckwith
Our meeting in July had a
slightly different format to the
usual system We held a coffee
and chat event and we accepted a
cheque on behalf of Diabetes
UK for pound1136 presented by the
former chairman of Breckland
District Council
John Rogers The chairman of
our group Ron Thompson
accepted the cheque and said that
the money would be used by
Diabetes UK to help to fund
holidays for children with
Diabetes Councillor John
Rogers was warmly thanked
(Please see separate article for
picture page 14)
At our next meeting on August
9th two of our members will be
talking about the work they do
with the Retired Greyhound
Trust They are going to be
bringing a couple of their four
legged friends too John and Rod
will be suitably tethered to stop
them straying around the tables
and getting in the dogs way
The meeting starts at 1015am at
the Pentecostal Church Watton
(whom we thank for the use of
their facilities) all welcome For
further details about the group or
any of the meetings please
phone Helen 01953 884713 and
leave a message and I will get
back to you as soon as I can
We are have a special meeting on
the 13th September when we are
very fortunate to have as our
speaker Richard Lane OBE
President of Diabetes UK Some of
our members met Richard for the
first time last year and were very
taken by him and his frankness and
honesty about his Diabetes and
what has happened to him He is a
very interesting man and we are
very lucky he is available to come
and speak to us
We will be providing a light buffet
lunch for this meeting at a cost of pound5
per head and we would be pleased to
invite you to join us Because we
need to know numbers for the
catering arrangements please could
you phone David 01362 696781
before August 9th if you would like
to attend this special meeting
Watton amp District Group - Diabetes UK
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News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 19
Poet‟s Place Poet‟s Place is open once more to all readers to
submit their own work for publication All
contributions are welcome and will be printed
unedited for reader‟s enjoyment
A GOOD DEAL
When I‟m watching the birds in our garden
Little lambs that gambol in fields
I thank God I have such perception
This is what I would call a good deal
A small child with a smile that is wistful and shy
And a look to melt hearts made of steel
With a grasp of tiny soft fingers
Makes me realise what a good deal
Our cat usually independent and strong
Purrs around at my feet rubs my heel
I know it‟s because he wants feeding
He knows he is on a good deal
When dining out at a pub or cafeacute
I go where they serve a fine meal
With the atmosphere right and excellent food
Best of all I will get a good deal
Shopping in town for my clothing
Can be such a blinking ordeal
I go and intend not to overspend
And resolve I will get a good deal
Deciding on presents for Christmas
Then doing my best to conceal
The parcels I‟ve bought for each person
It‟s fine to receive a good deal
The flowers that grow in my garden
I planted in Spring with such zeal
Are now blooming so bright with such colours
I can see I have got a good deal
When I meet with my friends for a bridge game
My excitement I try to conceal
When the cards that I hold help me win lots of points
It‟s because I‟ve been dealt a good deal
Edith Pleasance copy 290906
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And get your copy of the Mid-Norfolk Times at these businesses
Great Ellingham Village Stores amp PO
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Post Office Fresh Bread amp Milk Daily
Rocklands Post Office amp Stores
The Street Rocklands 01953 483 217
Car Tax Lottery Fresh Milk
Quick Stop Church Street Attleborough
01953 458 036 Italian Wines 2 for pound5 Wide range
of Polish Foods available
Old Buckenham Stores The Green Old Buckenham
01953 860210 If you purchase goods from the shop costing over pound50 (excluding the post office cigarettes lottery and Paypoint) in one transaction then you will be entitled to claim a bottle of Italian wine (worth pound5)
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Market Place New Buckenham
01953 860 351
Village Stores Market Street East Harling
01953 718115 A wide range of products in stock
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High Street Attleborough (Opposite Sainsburys)
01953 453 257 Newspapers amp magazines
Wide range of confectionery tobacconist Wide range of Wines Beers and Spirits
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Your Local Village Supermarket
Watton University of the Third Age (U3A) Forty eight members enjoyed the tour
of North Norfolk by train and coach
A superb cream tea at Bircham
Windmill rounded off the tour in style
The next trip is a tour of the Fens with
a professional guide on Friday 17th
September The booking list is now
open contact Ron on 01953 889951
The Croquet Group is now playing at
the Watton Sports Centre on a
Tuesday afternoon New players
would be most welcome including
visitors (potential new members) For
playing times contact Margaret on
01953 882136 Alan Bickers is the
new Leader of the Pub Lunch Group
who will have their first meeting on
Thursday 12th August
Next venue for the Garden Visits
Group is Dunbheagan House near
Dereham with music in the afternoon
and teas in aid of the St Johns
Ambulance Meet at 130pm in the
Queens Hall car park Transport can
be arranged Contact Susan on 01953
881373
The next monthly meeting is on
Thursday 26th August when the
speaker will be Barbara Miller with
ldquoNorwich over the Waterrdquo
The Membership Secretary can be
contacted on 01953 885358 For
further information on the National
U3A go to wwwu3aorg
On Thursday 24th June the
announcement was made in London of
the winner of this year‟s Carnegie
medal That prize has been awarded by
children‟s librarians almost every year
since 1936 for an outstanding book for
children and young people Since 23rd
April when the short-list was
announced 50000 children in schools
all over Britain have been reading the
eight novels - nearly 3000 pages of
high quality fiction Thirty of those
very dedicated readers met on the same
day in Attleborough High School
Library to spend two hours in lively
debate with their guests from Old
Buckenham High School sustained by
strawberries cheese straws and home-
made cakes
The event organised by the school‟s
librarian Helen Gage greatly engaged
the students and staff and much heated
argument about which was the best of
the books on the list ensued The group
voted for their own choice of winner
took lots of photographs and then at
the time stipulated by the Carnegie‟s
national organisers opened the
envelope containing the name of the
winning title Neil Gaiman‟s bdquoThe graveyard book‟ Of the gathering in Attleborough High School‟s
library student Ellie Halls (pictured above) was the only one who had firmly backed that choice In
November the long-list for next year‟s award will be published ndash and the whole wonderful process
will begin again We can‟t wait
Carnegie medal celebration the Attleborough High School big debate
Wayland Happy Circle Our July meeting was a social afternoon with a Beetle Drive followed by a Strawberry Tea Shirley
welcomed 25 members and 1 visitor and seven birthday cards were distributed Our former President
is making good progress and we hope to see her back amongst us soon
Shirley organised the Beetle Drive the first session being won by Molly and Maureen and the second
by Jenny Two of members Margaret and Jenny had prepared the strawberries and cream and these
were enjoyed by all with shortbread and a cuppa The usual raffle was held to close the afternoon
25 members and guests will be going on the outing in July and tea will be taken at Elveden Visitor
Centre followed by a tour of the Stanta Training Area
Our next meeting will be on 3rd August when Tina Cruz will talk to us about Portuguese cooking
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 20 News
July 1st ndash The day that Rotary
Clubs all over the world install their
new presidents And this year
Watton was no exception Outgoing
president Richard Akister handed
over to new president Doctor Mike
Harvey (see pic) Health problems
caused Mike to take early
retirement as a general practitioner
and having come to Norfolk and
settled in Shipdham some 5 years
ago he was introduced to the
Watton Rotary Club and thought it
would be a good platform and outlet
for his considerable energy and
skill He was an instigator of the
Watton Club‟s very
successful fundraising
drive in support of the
bdquoBalloons for Hearts‟
initiative in 20078 With
the help of 2 other Rotary
Clubs pound5300 was raised
and a giant cheque was
presented to the campaign
coordinator We hear that
the cheque is still on
display in the cardiac
reception area at the
NNUH Mike intends to
continue his ministry of the
Watton Club with a
medical flavour
As a prelude to the presidential
handover in both clubs Watton
Inner Wheel and Rotary Clubs
joined forces and held a most
successful bdquoround the houses‟ or
bdquosafari‟ supper Changing sets of 3
or 4 couples rotate around each of
several members‟ houses for the
various courses of an evening meal
with everyone landing up at the
President‟s house for the final
course and a bit of party time
Following our visit to New South
Wales Australia last year the
Watton Club is hosting the first part
of the return Rotary international
friendship exchange in September
Eight couples from various places
in NSW are expected they will stay
with Watton members for a few
days before moving on to be hosted
by Rotarians of various other
Rotary clubs throughout Norfolk
and Suffolk More about this next
month Martin Anscombe
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During a debate about jobs and
unemployment on July 7th I made my
maiden speech in the House of Commons
I have focussed my column this month on
the content and inspirations for the speech
in which I set out why I am so passionate
about representing our area
Maiden speeches have a long tradition in
the Commons and new MPs usually
don‟t involve themselves in debates in the
House until they have made theirs
Maidens give new MPs a chance to talk
about their constituency and to outline
some of the issues they aim to work on
I focused my speech on three key
themes the need for a more local
approach to jobs and housing how the
politically correct bdquorights‟ culture
ignores traditional values and the need
for a better politics
The Rural Way of Life
Living and running a business locally I
know how life in rural England has been
overlooked I know how our traditional
values are too often denigrated and how
Norfolk has become increasingly
marginalised
ldquoTackling that sense of marginalisation
in order to unlock the talents and
aspirations of its people are the
central theme of my work as [an] MP
The people of Mid Norfolk feel
marginalised by the decision-making
process and too often forced to change
in ways that they have neither chosen
nor like The small local voluntary and
rural is all too often crowded out by the
big national professional and urban
[R]ural Britain has been especially
hard hit by unemployment during this
recession and my constituency has
pockets of rural deprivation which are
often hidden Pensioner poverty can
be especially invisible
ldquoPost offices pubs and village shops
close while more and more people are
forced to commute increasing distances
from the mass housing estates that have
been forced on our market towns and
councilsrdquo
ldquoThe people of Mid Norfolk sent me
here to speak up for them so I shall
[They] have found themselves
increasingly powerless in the face of a
tidal wave of legislation and big
government from Europe Whitehall
and unaccountable regional quangos
Many worry that our culture has been
hijacked by an increasingly intolerant
politically correct anything goes
multiculturalism which seems to have
too little respect for the longer
traditions of tolerance personal
freedom and responsibility embedded in
our traditional heritage By pumping
the bellows of local empowerment I
believe that we can reignite the embers
of a culture which can and should be
allowed to coexist with metropolitan
Britain to mutual benefitrdquo
Economic opportunities
Having run my ldquoNorfolk Wayrdquo campaign
for over three years I know how urgently
we need new jobs and opportunities in
Mid Norfolk Average wages here are low
and I wanted to focus on how we can
reignite our economy and strengthen local
communities and services
ldquoIn my three-year candidacy I insisted
on another way we call it the Norfolk
way a vision of a vibrant rural society
based on a renaissance of rural
enterprise smaller pockets of mixed
housing spread more fairly and
sustainably fast-growing small
businesses and jobs back in our villages
and towns less commuting a richer
mix of ages and blue and white-collar
jobs in active communities
ldquoSome may ask Where are those new
jobs and businesses to come from Let
me tell the House Situated between
Norwich and Cambridge are two of the
worlds leading centres of scientific
research and innovation in food
biomedicine and the clean
technologies all of which are so vital
to the global challenges that we face
Mid Norfolk is perfectly positioned to
become a hub of entrepreneurial
activity and new jobs With the world-
leading John Innes centre the Institute
of Food Research world-class
agriculture and high-tech engineering
along the A11 corridor we can lead
those new economic sectors on which
we will increasingly dependrdquo
ldquoAs someone who came to politics after
a 15-year career in creating new
technology businesses I hope to be able
to put my experience to good use in that
area However that revolution cannot
happen without two essential things
new models of investment in
infrastructure including the A11 rural
broadband and rail links and some
local leadershiprdquo
Giving People Responsibility
I believe in giving local communities
power Residents in a village know the
problems they have and usually know
how to solve them better than somebody
in an office miles away During my
speech I called for a new approach
ldquoThe stale post-war model of statist
centralisation and dependence on the
Whitehall handout has failed Norfolk
Rural Britain is the repository of
some important virtues that our modern
culture has neglected a deep belief in
self-help and responsibility an
insistence that everybody in a
community has a role and the rejection
of a shallow media cultures obsession
with celebrity and a love of the small
the different and the local These are
qualities that are deeply rooted in the
English character
ldquoAt the heart of this manifesto is a big
idea that citizenship is forged
through the empowering act of the
state granting responsibility to its
citizens That is the central idea which
has brought me into politics as a
Conservative and which I am delighted
is once again the idea at the heart of
modern Conservatism and this
coalitionrdquo
It was an honour to make my maiden on
behalf of the people of Mid Norfolk and
if you would like a full transcript of the
speech please email
Georgefreemanmpparliamentuk or
watch the video of the speech on my
website wwwgeorgefreemancouk
The Westminster View
George Freeman is the Conservative MP
for Mid-Norfolk The object of this
column is to help readers stay in touch
with their MP - it is not intended as a
reflection of the political views of anyone
associated with the Mid Norfolk Times
Watton Rotary Roundup
People for Animal Care Trust
(PACT) and Caine Lloyd of
Lloyd Engineering in Watton are
organising an adventure to climb
Mount Kilimanjaro in spring
2011 The intention is to raise
funds for PACT through
sponsorship and to have some fun
doing so
My name is Geoff Bell and I am
one of the people who are taking
part in this Challenge I have the
funds for my part in this challenge
but I fell it would be good to raise
funds for PACT as well
Through the Kili Challenge
PACT will receive funding to
build much needed additional
kennels to house the regular
influx of animals they have
PACT is based in Woodrising
and work hard to ensure the
welfare of animals in Norfolk
PACT‟s web-site is
wwwpactsanctuaryorg and more
information about them can be
obtained from there With your
kind help it would be a great
honour and privilege to extend
my support for PACT by taking
part in this challenge and to be of
help and support to one of the
loves in my life
If you would like to sponsor me
to take part in this challenge and
raise much needed funding for
PACT then please contact me
through Facebook or ring me on
01953-882925 For more
information you can ring PACT
on 01362 820775 or Caine on
01953 881255 I will also be
holding three public collection
days for this outside the Co-op in
Watton on the 18th August 15th
September and 13th October
Thank you for your support
The Kili Challenge in aid of PACT
Picture Supplied
Church Times and Puzzle
Watton Churches Together Service Calendar for August 2010
St Maryrsquos Church Watton 1st 3rd amp 4th Wednesday at 930am Holy Communion
2nd Wednesday Morning Worship Church Office opens Tues
Wed amp Thurs 9am-1pm Tel 01953 881252
margaretchurchadmfreeservecouk wwwstmaryswattonorg
Sun 1st 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
530pm Choral Evensong
Sun 8th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
Sun 15th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Sun 22nd 800am Holy Communion
1000am All Age Worship
12 noon Holy Baptism
630pm Praise and Worship with Shine
Sun 29th 800am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Watton Methodist Church Every Wednesday the Church is open for quiet reflection and
prayer between 1000am amp 1200noon
Itrsquos your quiet place At 1030 there is a half-hour Midweek
Service in the Large Vestry led by the Minister or a Church
Member wwwwattonmethodistbtikcom
Sun 1st 1045am Rev Barbara Winner Holy Communion
630pm Rev Brian Eagle
Sun 8th 1045am Mr Richard Hompstead
630pm Mrs Janet Roebuck
Sun 15th 1045am Mrs Sonia Mann
630pm Mr Brian Lawrence
Sun 22nd 1045am Mrs Elsie Warby
630pm Revd Barbara Winner Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1100am Section Service at Saham Hills
Mr John Winner
630pm Rev Brian Eagle Holy Communion
Roman Catholic Community Each Sat 530pm Mass at Watton Methodist Church
Pentecostal Church Dereham Road Watton There is a Noahs Ark Sunday and Kings Kids for children
during the Sunday morning services
Sun 1st 1030am Morning Service with guest speakers
Christian amp Ann Fernandez from La Rochelle France
Sun 8th 1030am Family Service amp Doughnuts
600pm Prayer amp Praise with guest speaker
Dama Safari from Shalom Africa
Sun 15th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Freed from your past‟
Sun 22nd 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Made in God‟s image‟
600pm Prayer and Praise
Sun 29th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoChanged by love‟
St Nicholasrsquo Church Ashill Tuesdays 1000am Said Holy Communion
Sun 1st 930am Lay Led Morning Worship
Sun 8th 930am Morning Worship
Sun 15th 930am All Age Worship
Sun 22nd 930am Holy Communion
St Georgersquos Church Saham Toney Sun 1st 1030am Benefice Service of Holy Communion
Sun 8th 1100am Morning Worship and Holy Baptism
Sun 15th 1100am Pet Service
1230pm Holy Baptism
Sun 22nd 1100am Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1030am Group Service of Holy Communion
SS Peter amp Paulrsquos Church Carbrooke Sun 8th 1030am All Age Worship
Sun 15th 1030am Holy Communion
Sun 22nd 1030am Lay Led Morning Worship
1230pm Holy Baptism
St John the Evangelist Church Ovington Thursdays 800am Said Holy Communion
Sun 8th 12 noon Pet Service
Sun 22nd 930am Lay Led All Age Worship
Breckles Caston Great Hockham Griston Merton Stow Bedon
Thompson
Worship Calendar August 2010
Sunday 1st August
1030 am United Holy Communion Thompson
Sunday 8TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Breckles
(Patronal Festival)
Sunday 15TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Gt Hockham
1030 am United Holy Communion Caston
Sunday 22ND August 900 am Holy Communion (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Gt Hockham
Sunday 29TH August
1030 am United Holy Communion Griston
Sunday 5TH September
1030 am United Holy Communion Stow Bedon
Our Pram Service Sunday Club amp WAY youth group
will resume in September
Enquiries The Revd Bob Nichols Tel (01953) 483222
Email revbobnicholsgmailcom
All Saints Church Threxton Sunday 1st August at 10 am
Scribble Pad
Across 7 One looking for riches (76) 8 Something to keep the claws in shape (8) 9 An assistant would be an idea (4) 10 Snap a biscuit for Christmas (7) 12 This clue might lead you the wrong way (5) 14 Fused fuse (5) 16 Feminine pronoun (7) 19 A phaser setting used by Captain Kirk (4) 20 A reserve supply to be drawn on (8) 22 but loose (553)
Down 1 A bright star from Avon (4) 2 Slopey writing (6) 3 infield pagan (7) 4 as chips said the chick (5) 5 Inherited (6) 6 Use this to change names (44) 11 Compared to a relation (8) 13 Earth shaking (7) 15 Of the coldest season (6) 17 How warm snow goes (6) 18 The sound of teddy bears (5) 21 Burn to charcoal (4)
PUZZLE CORNER
pound10 PRIZE CROSSWORD
Would you like to win a pound10 Voucher to spend Simply complete
the crossword on the right and drop it in to The Wayland News bin
at (or post it to) Adcocks 32 High Street Watton Norfolk IP25
6AE before the paper deadline All correct entries will be put into a
draw and the winner will receive a pound10 voucher to spend In the
event of any dispute the decision of the Editor will be final The
clues are a mix of cryptic and easy with one or two anagrams
thrown in just to make it more interesting
The correct solution will be published in the next issue
Last Month‟s Puzzle The winner of last month‟s pound10 prize was Mrs S Dockray of
Nelson Court Watton Well done Mrs Dockray
Thought for the month By Rev Barbara Winner Methodist Church Well the World Cup was disappointing for some of us and so
was Wimbledon There doesn‟t seem much to celebrate Or is
there
There was once a speaker who started off one of his talks by
showing everyone in the audience a pound50 note It was a crisp
new note He asked the room full of people who would like
the pound50 and it was no surprise that most hands went up He
then proceeded to crumple the note up in his hand and then
asked who still wanted it The hands stayed up Next he
dropped the note on the ground and started to grind the note
with his shoe When he picked it up it was dirty and
crumpled When he asked who still wanted it the hands stayed
up Well of course they did ndash just because it was crumpled
and dirty didn‟t prevent it being worth the pound50 just as it had
been in the beginning when he started his talk The note was
still of value ndash the value hadn‟t changed
We are in a time of change and cuts and we don‟t quite know
what‟s coming next But whatever cuts and changes come
however much we feel the effects our value as people has not
changed Life throws all sorts of things at us and we can end
up feeling crumpled and trodden on In God‟s eyes we are
loved and precious ndash valuable And no amount of cuts
changes and troubles will change this God‟s love for us is a
pure gift ndash it is not subject to cuts and change We read in the
Bible that God so loved the world that he gave his son that we
might have life And what‟s more it is a gift freely given
Now that really is worth celebrating
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 22 News
MOTs pound3500 VEHICLES FROM V 99 ONWARDS pound40 FOR OLDER VEHICLES
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Tel 01362 820416
Has Your PC Slipped a Disc Netted a virus Mouse trapped and
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For all manner of computer repairs and support
Call Julian Horn on 01953 881885 ldquoSilver Surferrdquo support a speciality
SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEAS Hosted by St Maryrsquos Church in August
Sunday 15th August Christian Community Centre 230pm until 4pm All
welcome - please come along and bring family and friends
Watton United FC have begun
preparing for life in Anglian
Combination Division 1 by
appointing ex - Diss and Watton
player Paul Nicholls to assist with
training and match days whilst he
awaits his return to football from a
serious injury Manager Vince
Harwood has welcomed his return
to the club in a coaching capacity
and hopes his experience at a
higher level will improve the
young players currently at the club
Further changes behind the scenes
include the appointment of Ian
Hunt and Christian Hayward to
assist with running the reserve
team this season and they are
encouraging any new players to
attend training on Wednesday
nights at Watton Sports Centre
(7pm start)
The club has also arranged a number
of Preseason friendlies for the first
team all at home versus Watton
United 18s Dersingham Rovers
(Friday 6th August) and Thetford
Rovers (Wednesday 11th August)
kicking off at 645pm Their first
league fixture is a local derby away
at Wymondham Town on Tuesday
17th August
The reserves new management
team are looking forward to home
games against Thetford Rovers
Reserves (Wednesday 4th August)
and an unnamed team (Friday 13th
August) before their season starts
on Thursday 19th August away at
Mattishall Reserves All games
Kick off at 645pm
The club also have a number of
advertising opportunities available
this season with programme
adverts and advertising boards at
the ground all priced at pound50 for the
season Anyone interested should
contact Paul Woods on
07917361762 or email
infowattonunitedfccouk
Getting ready for the new season
For a small very rural bowls club
Ashill has exceeded all expectations
this year Our men reached the
quarterfinals of the Bales Cup and
Peter Bunn Colin Breeze Bob Hall
and Alan Willer reached the same
stage in the Norfolk County Fours The
men also lie 2nd in the Central North
Division just a half point behind
Thetford The ladies section not to be
outdone have also faired very well
Chris Bailey reaching the quarterfinals
of the County Unbadged Singles
before succumbing to an opponent
from Freethorpe she Inga Healy and
Jackie Taylor got to the quarterfinals of
the Coronation Cup and the latter two
and Sheila Malyon reached the semi-
finals of the County Triples before
being beaten by Diss at RG Carters
In the mixed competitions we
overcame Long Stratton Thetford and
Connaught (the latter two on their
home greens) to reach the semi-finals
of the Jermy Cup our opponents being
Freethorpe on Sunday 18th July at the
neutral green of Wymondham and just
recently we won the Coral Cup played
at Watton Bowls Club So far it has
been a very successful and enjoyable
season despite the vagaries of our
uncertain weather
Ashill Bowls Club minnows on a high
The sunny warm and dry weather
has turned parts of the course brown
but has made for some exciting golf
None more so than in the June
monthly medal when David Flack
playing off a handicap of 10 shot a
net 62 In the same competition
Martin Parker achieved a hole in 1
on the par three 12th hole which
made him very happy but led to a
large dent in his bank balance
Recent Stableford competition
winners were Tony Bonner Alan
Blythe Phil Barrall David Wakeford
and David Packard
Recent inter-club match results were
versus Eaton Away lost 2frac12 - 3frac12 V
Royal Cromer away lost 1frac12 - 4frac12 V
Costessey park at home lost 2frac12 -
3frac12 V Gt Yarmouth at home won
5frac12 - frac12
The Seniors Open was held on 1st
July and approx 50 players
representing 14 different clubs
played in a stableford competition It
was an excellent day enjoyed by all
and the winner was George Axten
from Kings Lynn A separate
competition for Richmond Park
members was won by David Adcock
Richmond Park Golf Club Senior Section
On Saturday 21st August at Ashill
rectory Garden there will be a Fun
BBQ from 4pm to 8pm Tickets are
just pound5 for adults and pound250 for
children and include BBQ Salads
and delicious desserts
We hope to raise enough money at
this event to fund another year of
education for children in Uganda
who we have supported for six years
Tickets are available from Ann Bunn
on 01760 440 150
Fun Barbecue for Ugandan Children
The Annual Summer Show will
be held on SATURDAY
AUGUST 7trade This is an
opportunity for residents of
Rocklands and the surrounding
area to exhibit Fruit and
Vegetables Flowers Cookery
Art and Handicrafts and for the
children to show off their skills
in various classes
Entries for the show are
accepted between 9am and
12noon with judging
commencing at 1pm Doors are
open to the public at approx
330pm Show Schedules are
available from Post Office
Stores Rocklands or Margaret
Lister
If you feel you would like to
take part in our Summer Show
and would like more
information contact Margaret
Lister on 01953 483417
Annual Summer Show at Rocklands
Celebrations Celebrations You are all warmly invited to join
us at Choral Evensong at St
Mary‟s Church Watton on
Sunday 1st August at 530pm for
a special service of prayer and
beautiful church music and
afterwards for tea and cake
This is a celebration as our church
choir is one of 67 choirs affiliated
to the Royal School of Church
Music in Norfolk
Do come and enjoy the music and
see for yourselves You may
even want to join us We are
always happy to welcome new
members to the Choir
Goods amp services - warranties Repairs for goods can be expensive and it is very
important that warranties provide adequate
protection Unfortunately Citizens‟ Advice Bureaux
continue to hear about clients whose warranties
have not been honoured Here are some of the cases
dealt with by Bureaux throughout the country
Bishops Waltham reported that a woman had
purchased a buggy for pound150 at Babies R Us in
May 2009 She noticed that the elbow joints were
becoming loose and she believed this was
dangerous as it could pinch a child‟s fingers She
took it back to Babies R Us in January 2010 and
they sent it back to the manufacturer which
returned it and stated that the bolts had been
tightened (despite the fact that the joints were
riveted not bolted) The elbow joints did initially
seem tighter but the problem soon reappeared and
so the client took the buggy back again and
complained Babies R Us refused to replace the
buggy but sent it to their quality assurance
department which stated that the problem was due
to wear and tear She asked to see the manager
and explained that the buggy was within the
warranty period and that she was most unhappy
that her child was in danger every time she used
it The manager walked away and would not
discuss it Other customers came up to her in the
store and said they had had similar experiences
Southend saw a man who had bought a second
hand van for about pound4000 from The Van Centre
He had taken it back to the trader twice within six
weeks of purchasing it because the engine kept
cutting out and the client believed it was not safe
to drive Despite the fact that the van was covered
by warranty The Van Centre refused to rectify
the problems The client was frustrated at having
been sold a faulty van and very annoyed that he
received no help when he returned it He was also
very anxious and worried about the safety of the
vehicle especially as he had two children who
travel with him at times
Sometimes failure to honour a warranty is
compounded by other unfair trading practices such
as pressure to upgrade the faulty goods to a more
expensive version or mis-selling of inappropriate or
unnecessary insurance Ash told us about a client
who had problems with a secondhand vehicle She
had purchased a car with a warranty from a local
dealer using a hire purchase agreement In the first
12 months the car suffered repeated electrical
problems which the dealer was unable to resolve
The offer of a courtesy car was not honoured
resulting in additional expense for the client When
the client refused to drive the car again the dealer
encouraged her to exchange it for a newer model
and refinance The client agreed but the finance was
refused as a result of a poor credit rating The client
was left locked in a finance agreement for a car
which she considered unroadworthy despite the fact
that it was under warranty
Southend saw a woman who had purchased a
treadmill from Argos for pound29999 Four months
later she purchased breakdown insurance for pound44
However when the equipment needed repairing
she was told by Argos that the insurance was not
valid because it was taken out more than 45 days
after purchase She was given a handwritten note
saying that the claim was rejected by the insurer
Allianz Kings for this reason and was told that
she could ask them to refund her premium No
other remedy was offered When the adviser rang
Allianz Kings they were told that the insurance
did not cover the fault because the goods were
within the manufacturers two year warranty
period and a claim should in fact be made on this
Allianz Kings said that this is what Argos had
told them and there was no mention of the issue
of when the insurance was purchased The client
was annoyed at Argos for failing to rectify the
situation and identify who was responsible She
was also frustrated that she had been sold and
had begun to pay for insurance which appeared to
be useless and unnecessary at least for the two
years of the warranty
If you think that you have been similarly affected by
consumer issues and you would like help and advice
then please call in to your local Bureau or you could
also contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or
use their website at wwwconsumerdirectgovuk
Sports News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 23
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Attleborough High in the Beach Volleyball Tournament
Three teams from Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre were
entered into the first Norfolk Beach
volleyball Tournament on Great
Yarmouth central beach This was the first
volleyball competition the school has
entered and there was an air of excitement
after some good practice sessions
Two U16 boys teams from Attleborough
High were entered into the 15 strong
league
Team 1 consisting of Richard Adelugba
Daniel Dean Matthew Brookson and Joe
Whiterod took a while to get use to the
sand losing their first game against Notre
Dame 17-9 Communication and
technique improved dramatically and the
Attleborough team went on to win against
Alderman Peel team 2 (25-9) Great
Yarmouth team 2 (23-11) and Oriel team
3 (20-17) The whole team worked well
together with excellent serving and
committed dives shown by all particularly
Richard saw Attleborough Team 1 sail
through to the play-off
Team 2 from Attleborough High consisted
of Callum Langstaff Jake Horscroft
Matthew Miller and Daniel Thompson
Some excellent combination play between
Callum and Jake saw this team win their
first game against Lynn Grove 19-11
Matthew put in some excellent serves in
the second game and Daniel‟s athletic
dives saw another win against Alderman
Peel team 3 (24-18) This team lost focus a
little towards the end and lost their final
two games against Oriel team 1 and Great
Yarmouth team 3 With two big wins to
start the tournament Attleborough team 2
managed to come 2nd in their group and
go into the play-off‟s
Team 1 played two teams to battle it out
for 1st 2nd and 3rd place Confidence was
boosted with great combinations of dig
set and smash to gain a win over
Alderman Peel team 1 (17-14) Next was
the unbeaten Oriel team 1 who always
took 3 touches to control and set up the
perfect smash was Attleborough found
hard to return
Final score here was 11-8 to Oriel
Attleborough Team 1 finished in 2nd
place out of 15 teams
Team 2 from AHS faced Notre Dame and
Oriel team 3 in their play-off and even
though excellent commitment was shown
to get even the slightest touch on the ball
two defeats left them in 6th place out of 15
One U16 girls team from Attleborough
High was entered consisting of Lauren
Willingham Annalise Gray Holly
Warren Ellie Philpott Sinead
Bollingbroke and Charlotte Ord The
girls team had 2 substitutes and took a
while to get use to the rotation of
positions The first game against
Alderman Peel 1 saw a closely contested
battle with some brilliant smashes from
Lauren but unfortunately the final
whistle blew at 17-16 to the opponents
With great determination and some
excellent set plays coming together from
Anna and Ellie the girls team went to
win three of their final games Caister
(19-16) Alderman Peel 4 (20-16) and
Lynn Grove (34-8)
Three out of four wins saw the
Attleborough High School girls through to
the grand final to play Notre Dame Even
though Sinead served brilliantly
throughout the team lost 48-21 leaving
Attleborough U16 girls to finish 2nd out
of 11 teams
Player from Watton United FC took
a break from the World Cup action
this month to try their hand on the
golf course at their 4th Annual Golf
Tournament on Friday 25th June
An impressive total of 23 x 4 man
teams competed this year The
competition comprised of 18 holes
under stableford rules with prizes
for the individual best score and
team score taking the best two
scores on each hole from each team
This year also saw the presentation
of the RICK NEAVE cup in
memory of Watton United‟s former
manager being awarded to the
highest scoring individual who has
played for Watton United FC and a
new award presented to the person
with the lowest overall round
The club were pleased to see a
number of current club members
taking part together with some
familar faces from the past including
ex Watton United Managers Tony
Shipp Bob Taylor and ex players
Andy Hunt Paul Jarvis Daryl
Woodward Andy Campbell and
Richard Spillman Ollie Applegate
Karl Pitcher all appearing in teams
for the first time
Winners were as follows
BEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE 1st B
Taylor (47 points) 2nd H Waters (46
points) 3rd D Rudling (45 points)gt
BEST TEAM SCORE 1st Team
Spillman (S Spillman R Spillman
D Rudling I Bonser (99 points) 2nd
Team Shipp (T Shipp G Rowlands
K Kitteridge T Lyons (97 points)
3rd Team Wordley (S Wordley R
Bailey P Legrice M Mace (95
points)
RICK NEAVE CUP Bob Taylor (47
Points)
LOWEST GROSS ROUND Paul
Matless (72 shots)
OTHER AWARDS Nearest The Pin
(Hole 3) - Jon Sproston Longest
Drive (Hole 9) - Stuart Livock
Longest Drive (Hole 13) - P Matless
Nearest The Pin (Hole 17) - Phil
Patience Wooden Spoon (Paul
Rayner)
The club would like to again extend
its thanks to thanks Simon Jessop at
Richmond Park Golf Club for
providing excellent hospitality
throughout the day and allowing the
club to put on this much needed
fundraiser each year Details of next
year‟s competition will available in
2011
Pictured are the winning team left to
right S Spillman D Rudling R
Spillman I Bonser
Watton Uniteds 4th Annual Golf Day
ST MARYrsquoS CHURCH WATTON
GRAND FETE amp CAR BOOT SALE
on the field next to St Maryrsquos Church Car Park Saturday 21st August from 900am to 100pm
Raffle ~ Games ~ Cakes ~ Refreshments Car boot places at pound4 per car no need to book Please contact the Parish Office 01953 881252
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EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
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News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 19
Poet‟s Place Poet‟s Place is open once more to all readers to
submit their own work for publication All
contributions are welcome and will be printed
unedited for reader‟s enjoyment
A GOOD DEAL
When I‟m watching the birds in our garden
Little lambs that gambol in fields
I thank God I have such perception
This is what I would call a good deal
A small child with a smile that is wistful and shy
And a look to melt hearts made of steel
With a grasp of tiny soft fingers
Makes me realise what a good deal
Our cat usually independent and strong
Purrs around at my feet rubs my heel
I know it‟s because he wants feeding
He knows he is on a good deal
When dining out at a pub or cafeacute
I go where they serve a fine meal
With the atmosphere right and excellent food
Best of all I will get a good deal
Shopping in town for my clothing
Can be such a blinking ordeal
I go and intend not to overspend
And resolve I will get a good deal
Deciding on presents for Christmas
Then doing my best to conceal
The parcels I‟ve bought for each person
It‟s fine to receive a good deal
The flowers that grow in my garden
I planted in Spring with such zeal
Are now blooming so bright with such colours
I can see I have got a good deal
When I meet with my friends for a bridge game
My excitement I try to conceal
When the cards that I hold help me win lots of points
It‟s because I‟ve been dealt a good deal
Edith Pleasance copy 290906
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And get your copy of the Mid-Norfolk Times at these businesses
Great Ellingham Village Stores amp PO
Long St Gt Ellingham 01953 452 155
Post Office Fresh Bread amp Milk Daily
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The Street Rocklands 01953 483 217
Car Tax Lottery Fresh Milk
Quick Stop Church Street Attleborough
01953 458 036 Italian Wines 2 for pound5 Wide range
of Polish Foods available
Old Buckenham Stores The Green Old Buckenham
01953 860210 If you purchase goods from the shop costing over pound50 (excluding the post office cigarettes lottery and Paypoint) in one transaction then you will be entitled to claim a bottle of Italian wine (worth pound5)
Lovells Post Office amp Stores
Market Place New Buckenham
01953 860 351
Village Stores Market Street East Harling
01953 718115 A wide range of products in stock
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High Street Attleborough (Opposite Sainsburys)
01953 453 257 Newspapers amp magazines
Wide range of confectionery tobacconist Wide range of Wines Beers and Spirits
Londis Banham 01953 887320
Your Local Village Supermarket
Watton University of the Third Age (U3A) Forty eight members enjoyed the tour
of North Norfolk by train and coach
A superb cream tea at Bircham
Windmill rounded off the tour in style
The next trip is a tour of the Fens with
a professional guide on Friday 17th
September The booking list is now
open contact Ron on 01953 889951
The Croquet Group is now playing at
the Watton Sports Centre on a
Tuesday afternoon New players
would be most welcome including
visitors (potential new members) For
playing times contact Margaret on
01953 882136 Alan Bickers is the
new Leader of the Pub Lunch Group
who will have their first meeting on
Thursday 12th August
Next venue for the Garden Visits
Group is Dunbheagan House near
Dereham with music in the afternoon
and teas in aid of the St Johns
Ambulance Meet at 130pm in the
Queens Hall car park Transport can
be arranged Contact Susan on 01953
881373
The next monthly meeting is on
Thursday 26th August when the
speaker will be Barbara Miller with
ldquoNorwich over the Waterrdquo
The Membership Secretary can be
contacted on 01953 885358 For
further information on the National
U3A go to wwwu3aorg
On Thursday 24th June the
announcement was made in London of
the winner of this year‟s Carnegie
medal That prize has been awarded by
children‟s librarians almost every year
since 1936 for an outstanding book for
children and young people Since 23rd
April when the short-list was
announced 50000 children in schools
all over Britain have been reading the
eight novels - nearly 3000 pages of
high quality fiction Thirty of those
very dedicated readers met on the same
day in Attleborough High School
Library to spend two hours in lively
debate with their guests from Old
Buckenham High School sustained by
strawberries cheese straws and home-
made cakes
The event organised by the school‟s
librarian Helen Gage greatly engaged
the students and staff and much heated
argument about which was the best of
the books on the list ensued The group
voted for their own choice of winner
took lots of photographs and then at
the time stipulated by the Carnegie‟s
national organisers opened the
envelope containing the name of the
winning title Neil Gaiman‟s bdquoThe graveyard book‟ Of the gathering in Attleborough High School‟s
library student Ellie Halls (pictured above) was the only one who had firmly backed that choice In
November the long-list for next year‟s award will be published ndash and the whole wonderful process
will begin again We can‟t wait
Carnegie medal celebration the Attleborough High School big debate
Wayland Happy Circle Our July meeting was a social afternoon with a Beetle Drive followed by a Strawberry Tea Shirley
welcomed 25 members and 1 visitor and seven birthday cards were distributed Our former President
is making good progress and we hope to see her back amongst us soon
Shirley organised the Beetle Drive the first session being won by Molly and Maureen and the second
by Jenny Two of members Margaret and Jenny had prepared the strawberries and cream and these
were enjoyed by all with shortbread and a cuppa The usual raffle was held to close the afternoon
25 members and guests will be going on the outing in July and tea will be taken at Elveden Visitor
Centre followed by a tour of the Stanta Training Area
Our next meeting will be on 3rd August when Tina Cruz will talk to us about Portuguese cooking
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 20 News
July 1st ndash The day that Rotary
Clubs all over the world install their
new presidents And this year
Watton was no exception Outgoing
president Richard Akister handed
over to new president Doctor Mike
Harvey (see pic) Health problems
caused Mike to take early
retirement as a general practitioner
and having come to Norfolk and
settled in Shipdham some 5 years
ago he was introduced to the
Watton Rotary Club and thought it
would be a good platform and outlet
for his considerable energy and
skill He was an instigator of the
Watton Club‟s very
successful fundraising
drive in support of the
bdquoBalloons for Hearts‟
initiative in 20078 With
the help of 2 other Rotary
Clubs pound5300 was raised
and a giant cheque was
presented to the campaign
coordinator We hear that
the cheque is still on
display in the cardiac
reception area at the
NNUH Mike intends to
continue his ministry of the
Watton Club with a
medical flavour
As a prelude to the presidential
handover in both clubs Watton
Inner Wheel and Rotary Clubs
joined forces and held a most
successful bdquoround the houses‟ or
bdquosafari‟ supper Changing sets of 3
or 4 couples rotate around each of
several members‟ houses for the
various courses of an evening meal
with everyone landing up at the
President‟s house for the final
course and a bit of party time
Following our visit to New South
Wales Australia last year the
Watton Club is hosting the first part
of the return Rotary international
friendship exchange in September
Eight couples from various places
in NSW are expected they will stay
with Watton members for a few
days before moving on to be hosted
by Rotarians of various other
Rotary clubs throughout Norfolk
and Suffolk More about this next
month Martin Anscombe
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During a debate about jobs and
unemployment on July 7th I made my
maiden speech in the House of Commons
I have focussed my column this month on
the content and inspirations for the speech
in which I set out why I am so passionate
about representing our area
Maiden speeches have a long tradition in
the Commons and new MPs usually
don‟t involve themselves in debates in the
House until they have made theirs
Maidens give new MPs a chance to talk
about their constituency and to outline
some of the issues they aim to work on
I focused my speech on three key
themes the need for a more local
approach to jobs and housing how the
politically correct bdquorights‟ culture
ignores traditional values and the need
for a better politics
The Rural Way of Life
Living and running a business locally I
know how life in rural England has been
overlooked I know how our traditional
values are too often denigrated and how
Norfolk has become increasingly
marginalised
ldquoTackling that sense of marginalisation
in order to unlock the talents and
aspirations of its people are the
central theme of my work as [an] MP
The people of Mid Norfolk feel
marginalised by the decision-making
process and too often forced to change
in ways that they have neither chosen
nor like The small local voluntary and
rural is all too often crowded out by the
big national professional and urban
[R]ural Britain has been especially
hard hit by unemployment during this
recession and my constituency has
pockets of rural deprivation which are
often hidden Pensioner poverty can
be especially invisible
ldquoPost offices pubs and village shops
close while more and more people are
forced to commute increasing distances
from the mass housing estates that have
been forced on our market towns and
councilsrdquo
ldquoThe people of Mid Norfolk sent me
here to speak up for them so I shall
[They] have found themselves
increasingly powerless in the face of a
tidal wave of legislation and big
government from Europe Whitehall
and unaccountable regional quangos
Many worry that our culture has been
hijacked by an increasingly intolerant
politically correct anything goes
multiculturalism which seems to have
too little respect for the longer
traditions of tolerance personal
freedom and responsibility embedded in
our traditional heritage By pumping
the bellows of local empowerment I
believe that we can reignite the embers
of a culture which can and should be
allowed to coexist with metropolitan
Britain to mutual benefitrdquo
Economic opportunities
Having run my ldquoNorfolk Wayrdquo campaign
for over three years I know how urgently
we need new jobs and opportunities in
Mid Norfolk Average wages here are low
and I wanted to focus on how we can
reignite our economy and strengthen local
communities and services
ldquoIn my three-year candidacy I insisted
on another way we call it the Norfolk
way a vision of a vibrant rural society
based on a renaissance of rural
enterprise smaller pockets of mixed
housing spread more fairly and
sustainably fast-growing small
businesses and jobs back in our villages
and towns less commuting a richer
mix of ages and blue and white-collar
jobs in active communities
ldquoSome may ask Where are those new
jobs and businesses to come from Let
me tell the House Situated between
Norwich and Cambridge are two of the
worlds leading centres of scientific
research and innovation in food
biomedicine and the clean
technologies all of which are so vital
to the global challenges that we face
Mid Norfolk is perfectly positioned to
become a hub of entrepreneurial
activity and new jobs With the world-
leading John Innes centre the Institute
of Food Research world-class
agriculture and high-tech engineering
along the A11 corridor we can lead
those new economic sectors on which
we will increasingly dependrdquo
ldquoAs someone who came to politics after
a 15-year career in creating new
technology businesses I hope to be able
to put my experience to good use in that
area However that revolution cannot
happen without two essential things
new models of investment in
infrastructure including the A11 rural
broadband and rail links and some
local leadershiprdquo
Giving People Responsibility
I believe in giving local communities
power Residents in a village know the
problems they have and usually know
how to solve them better than somebody
in an office miles away During my
speech I called for a new approach
ldquoThe stale post-war model of statist
centralisation and dependence on the
Whitehall handout has failed Norfolk
Rural Britain is the repository of
some important virtues that our modern
culture has neglected a deep belief in
self-help and responsibility an
insistence that everybody in a
community has a role and the rejection
of a shallow media cultures obsession
with celebrity and a love of the small
the different and the local These are
qualities that are deeply rooted in the
English character
ldquoAt the heart of this manifesto is a big
idea that citizenship is forged
through the empowering act of the
state granting responsibility to its
citizens That is the central idea which
has brought me into politics as a
Conservative and which I am delighted
is once again the idea at the heart of
modern Conservatism and this
coalitionrdquo
It was an honour to make my maiden on
behalf of the people of Mid Norfolk and
if you would like a full transcript of the
speech please email
Georgefreemanmpparliamentuk or
watch the video of the speech on my
website wwwgeorgefreemancouk
The Westminster View
George Freeman is the Conservative MP
for Mid-Norfolk The object of this
column is to help readers stay in touch
with their MP - it is not intended as a
reflection of the political views of anyone
associated with the Mid Norfolk Times
Watton Rotary Roundup
People for Animal Care Trust
(PACT) and Caine Lloyd of
Lloyd Engineering in Watton are
organising an adventure to climb
Mount Kilimanjaro in spring
2011 The intention is to raise
funds for PACT through
sponsorship and to have some fun
doing so
My name is Geoff Bell and I am
one of the people who are taking
part in this Challenge I have the
funds for my part in this challenge
but I fell it would be good to raise
funds for PACT as well
Through the Kili Challenge
PACT will receive funding to
build much needed additional
kennels to house the regular
influx of animals they have
PACT is based in Woodrising
and work hard to ensure the
welfare of animals in Norfolk
PACT‟s web-site is
wwwpactsanctuaryorg and more
information about them can be
obtained from there With your
kind help it would be a great
honour and privilege to extend
my support for PACT by taking
part in this challenge and to be of
help and support to one of the
loves in my life
If you would like to sponsor me
to take part in this challenge and
raise much needed funding for
PACT then please contact me
through Facebook or ring me on
01953-882925 For more
information you can ring PACT
on 01362 820775 or Caine on
01953 881255 I will also be
holding three public collection
days for this outside the Co-op in
Watton on the 18th August 15th
September and 13th October
Thank you for your support
The Kili Challenge in aid of PACT
Picture Supplied
Church Times and Puzzle
Watton Churches Together Service Calendar for August 2010
St Maryrsquos Church Watton 1st 3rd amp 4th Wednesday at 930am Holy Communion
2nd Wednesday Morning Worship Church Office opens Tues
Wed amp Thurs 9am-1pm Tel 01953 881252
margaretchurchadmfreeservecouk wwwstmaryswattonorg
Sun 1st 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
530pm Choral Evensong
Sun 8th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
Sun 15th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Sun 22nd 800am Holy Communion
1000am All Age Worship
12 noon Holy Baptism
630pm Praise and Worship with Shine
Sun 29th 800am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Watton Methodist Church Every Wednesday the Church is open for quiet reflection and
prayer between 1000am amp 1200noon
Itrsquos your quiet place At 1030 there is a half-hour Midweek
Service in the Large Vestry led by the Minister or a Church
Member wwwwattonmethodistbtikcom
Sun 1st 1045am Rev Barbara Winner Holy Communion
630pm Rev Brian Eagle
Sun 8th 1045am Mr Richard Hompstead
630pm Mrs Janet Roebuck
Sun 15th 1045am Mrs Sonia Mann
630pm Mr Brian Lawrence
Sun 22nd 1045am Mrs Elsie Warby
630pm Revd Barbara Winner Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1100am Section Service at Saham Hills
Mr John Winner
630pm Rev Brian Eagle Holy Communion
Roman Catholic Community Each Sat 530pm Mass at Watton Methodist Church
Pentecostal Church Dereham Road Watton There is a Noahs Ark Sunday and Kings Kids for children
during the Sunday morning services
Sun 1st 1030am Morning Service with guest speakers
Christian amp Ann Fernandez from La Rochelle France
Sun 8th 1030am Family Service amp Doughnuts
600pm Prayer amp Praise with guest speaker
Dama Safari from Shalom Africa
Sun 15th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Freed from your past‟
Sun 22nd 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Made in God‟s image‟
600pm Prayer and Praise
Sun 29th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoChanged by love‟
St Nicholasrsquo Church Ashill Tuesdays 1000am Said Holy Communion
Sun 1st 930am Lay Led Morning Worship
Sun 8th 930am Morning Worship
Sun 15th 930am All Age Worship
Sun 22nd 930am Holy Communion
St Georgersquos Church Saham Toney Sun 1st 1030am Benefice Service of Holy Communion
Sun 8th 1100am Morning Worship and Holy Baptism
Sun 15th 1100am Pet Service
1230pm Holy Baptism
Sun 22nd 1100am Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1030am Group Service of Holy Communion
SS Peter amp Paulrsquos Church Carbrooke Sun 8th 1030am All Age Worship
Sun 15th 1030am Holy Communion
Sun 22nd 1030am Lay Led Morning Worship
1230pm Holy Baptism
St John the Evangelist Church Ovington Thursdays 800am Said Holy Communion
Sun 8th 12 noon Pet Service
Sun 22nd 930am Lay Led All Age Worship
Breckles Caston Great Hockham Griston Merton Stow Bedon
Thompson
Worship Calendar August 2010
Sunday 1st August
1030 am United Holy Communion Thompson
Sunday 8TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Breckles
(Patronal Festival)
Sunday 15TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Gt Hockham
1030 am United Holy Communion Caston
Sunday 22ND August 900 am Holy Communion (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Gt Hockham
Sunday 29TH August
1030 am United Holy Communion Griston
Sunday 5TH September
1030 am United Holy Communion Stow Bedon
Our Pram Service Sunday Club amp WAY youth group
will resume in September
Enquiries The Revd Bob Nichols Tel (01953) 483222
Email revbobnicholsgmailcom
All Saints Church Threxton Sunday 1st August at 10 am
Scribble Pad
Across 7 One looking for riches (76) 8 Something to keep the claws in shape (8) 9 An assistant would be an idea (4) 10 Snap a biscuit for Christmas (7) 12 This clue might lead you the wrong way (5) 14 Fused fuse (5) 16 Feminine pronoun (7) 19 A phaser setting used by Captain Kirk (4) 20 A reserve supply to be drawn on (8) 22 but loose (553)
Down 1 A bright star from Avon (4) 2 Slopey writing (6) 3 infield pagan (7) 4 as chips said the chick (5) 5 Inherited (6) 6 Use this to change names (44) 11 Compared to a relation (8) 13 Earth shaking (7) 15 Of the coldest season (6) 17 How warm snow goes (6) 18 The sound of teddy bears (5) 21 Burn to charcoal (4)
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at (or post it to) Adcocks 32 High Street Watton Norfolk IP25
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event of any dispute the decision of the Editor will be final The
clues are a mix of cryptic and easy with one or two anagrams
thrown in just to make it more interesting
The correct solution will be published in the next issue
Last Month‟s Puzzle The winner of last month‟s pound10 prize was Mrs S Dockray of
Nelson Court Watton Well done Mrs Dockray
Thought for the month By Rev Barbara Winner Methodist Church Well the World Cup was disappointing for some of us and so
was Wimbledon There doesn‟t seem much to celebrate Or is
there
There was once a speaker who started off one of his talks by
showing everyone in the audience a pound50 note It was a crisp
new note He asked the room full of people who would like
the pound50 and it was no surprise that most hands went up He
then proceeded to crumple the note up in his hand and then
asked who still wanted it The hands stayed up Next he
dropped the note on the ground and started to grind the note
with his shoe When he picked it up it was dirty and
crumpled When he asked who still wanted it the hands stayed
up Well of course they did ndash just because it was crumpled
and dirty didn‟t prevent it being worth the pound50 just as it had
been in the beginning when he started his talk The note was
still of value ndash the value hadn‟t changed
We are in a time of change and cuts and we don‟t quite know
what‟s coming next But whatever cuts and changes come
however much we feel the effects our value as people has not
changed Life throws all sorts of things at us and we can end
up feeling crumpled and trodden on In God‟s eyes we are
loved and precious ndash valuable And no amount of cuts
changes and troubles will change this God‟s love for us is a
pure gift ndash it is not subject to cuts and change We read in the
Bible that God so loved the world that he gave his son that we
might have life And what‟s more it is a gift freely given
Now that really is worth celebrating
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 22 News
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Call Julian Horn on 01953 881885 ldquoSilver Surferrdquo support a speciality
SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEAS Hosted by St Maryrsquos Church in August
Sunday 15th August Christian Community Centre 230pm until 4pm All
welcome - please come along and bring family and friends
Watton United FC have begun
preparing for life in Anglian
Combination Division 1 by
appointing ex - Diss and Watton
player Paul Nicholls to assist with
training and match days whilst he
awaits his return to football from a
serious injury Manager Vince
Harwood has welcomed his return
to the club in a coaching capacity
and hopes his experience at a
higher level will improve the
young players currently at the club
Further changes behind the scenes
include the appointment of Ian
Hunt and Christian Hayward to
assist with running the reserve
team this season and they are
encouraging any new players to
attend training on Wednesday
nights at Watton Sports Centre
(7pm start)
The club has also arranged a number
of Preseason friendlies for the first
team all at home versus Watton
United 18s Dersingham Rovers
(Friday 6th August) and Thetford
Rovers (Wednesday 11th August)
kicking off at 645pm Their first
league fixture is a local derby away
at Wymondham Town on Tuesday
17th August
The reserves new management
team are looking forward to home
games against Thetford Rovers
Reserves (Wednesday 4th August)
and an unnamed team (Friday 13th
August) before their season starts
on Thursday 19th August away at
Mattishall Reserves All games
Kick off at 645pm
The club also have a number of
advertising opportunities available
this season with programme
adverts and advertising boards at
the ground all priced at pound50 for the
season Anyone interested should
contact Paul Woods on
07917361762 or email
infowattonunitedfccouk
Getting ready for the new season
For a small very rural bowls club
Ashill has exceeded all expectations
this year Our men reached the
quarterfinals of the Bales Cup and
Peter Bunn Colin Breeze Bob Hall
and Alan Willer reached the same
stage in the Norfolk County Fours The
men also lie 2nd in the Central North
Division just a half point behind
Thetford The ladies section not to be
outdone have also faired very well
Chris Bailey reaching the quarterfinals
of the County Unbadged Singles
before succumbing to an opponent
from Freethorpe she Inga Healy and
Jackie Taylor got to the quarterfinals of
the Coronation Cup and the latter two
and Sheila Malyon reached the semi-
finals of the County Triples before
being beaten by Diss at RG Carters
In the mixed competitions we
overcame Long Stratton Thetford and
Connaught (the latter two on their
home greens) to reach the semi-finals
of the Jermy Cup our opponents being
Freethorpe on Sunday 18th July at the
neutral green of Wymondham and just
recently we won the Coral Cup played
at Watton Bowls Club So far it has
been a very successful and enjoyable
season despite the vagaries of our
uncertain weather
Ashill Bowls Club minnows on a high
The sunny warm and dry weather
has turned parts of the course brown
but has made for some exciting golf
None more so than in the June
monthly medal when David Flack
playing off a handicap of 10 shot a
net 62 In the same competition
Martin Parker achieved a hole in 1
on the par three 12th hole which
made him very happy but led to a
large dent in his bank balance
Recent Stableford competition
winners were Tony Bonner Alan
Blythe Phil Barrall David Wakeford
and David Packard
Recent inter-club match results were
versus Eaton Away lost 2frac12 - 3frac12 V
Royal Cromer away lost 1frac12 - 4frac12 V
Costessey park at home lost 2frac12 -
3frac12 V Gt Yarmouth at home won
5frac12 - frac12
The Seniors Open was held on 1st
July and approx 50 players
representing 14 different clubs
played in a stableford competition It
was an excellent day enjoyed by all
and the winner was George Axten
from Kings Lynn A separate
competition for Richmond Park
members was won by David Adcock
Richmond Park Golf Club Senior Section
On Saturday 21st August at Ashill
rectory Garden there will be a Fun
BBQ from 4pm to 8pm Tickets are
just pound5 for adults and pound250 for
children and include BBQ Salads
and delicious desserts
We hope to raise enough money at
this event to fund another year of
education for children in Uganda
who we have supported for six years
Tickets are available from Ann Bunn
on 01760 440 150
Fun Barbecue for Ugandan Children
The Annual Summer Show will
be held on SATURDAY
AUGUST 7trade This is an
opportunity for residents of
Rocklands and the surrounding
area to exhibit Fruit and
Vegetables Flowers Cookery
Art and Handicrafts and for the
children to show off their skills
in various classes
Entries for the show are
accepted between 9am and
12noon with judging
commencing at 1pm Doors are
open to the public at approx
330pm Show Schedules are
available from Post Office
Stores Rocklands or Margaret
Lister
If you feel you would like to
take part in our Summer Show
and would like more
information contact Margaret
Lister on 01953 483417
Annual Summer Show at Rocklands
Celebrations Celebrations You are all warmly invited to join
us at Choral Evensong at St
Mary‟s Church Watton on
Sunday 1st August at 530pm for
a special service of prayer and
beautiful church music and
afterwards for tea and cake
This is a celebration as our church
choir is one of 67 choirs affiliated
to the Royal School of Church
Music in Norfolk
Do come and enjoy the music and
see for yourselves You may
even want to join us We are
always happy to welcome new
members to the Choir
Goods amp services - warranties Repairs for goods can be expensive and it is very
important that warranties provide adequate
protection Unfortunately Citizens‟ Advice Bureaux
continue to hear about clients whose warranties
have not been honoured Here are some of the cases
dealt with by Bureaux throughout the country
Bishops Waltham reported that a woman had
purchased a buggy for pound150 at Babies R Us in
May 2009 She noticed that the elbow joints were
becoming loose and she believed this was
dangerous as it could pinch a child‟s fingers She
took it back to Babies R Us in January 2010 and
they sent it back to the manufacturer which
returned it and stated that the bolts had been
tightened (despite the fact that the joints were
riveted not bolted) The elbow joints did initially
seem tighter but the problem soon reappeared and
so the client took the buggy back again and
complained Babies R Us refused to replace the
buggy but sent it to their quality assurance
department which stated that the problem was due
to wear and tear She asked to see the manager
and explained that the buggy was within the
warranty period and that she was most unhappy
that her child was in danger every time she used
it The manager walked away and would not
discuss it Other customers came up to her in the
store and said they had had similar experiences
Southend saw a man who had bought a second
hand van for about pound4000 from The Van Centre
He had taken it back to the trader twice within six
weeks of purchasing it because the engine kept
cutting out and the client believed it was not safe
to drive Despite the fact that the van was covered
by warranty The Van Centre refused to rectify
the problems The client was frustrated at having
been sold a faulty van and very annoyed that he
received no help when he returned it He was also
very anxious and worried about the safety of the
vehicle especially as he had two children who
travel with him at times
Sometimes failure to honour a warranty is
compounded by other unfair trading practices such
as pressure to upgrade the faulty goods to a more
expensive version or mis-selling of inappropriate or
unnecessary insurance Ash told us about a client
who had problems with a secondhand vehicle She
had purchased a car with a warranty from a local
dealer using a hire purchase agreement In the first
12 months the car suffered repeated electrical
problems which the dealer was unable to resolve
The offer of a courtesy car was not honoured
resulting in additional expense for the client When
the client refused to drive the car again the dealer
encouraged her to exchange it for a newer model
and refinance The client agreed but the finance was
refused as a result of a poor credit rating The client
was left locked in a finance agreement for a car
which she considered unroadworthy despite the fact
that it was under warranty
Southend saw a woman who had purchased a
treadmill from Argos for pound29999 Four months
later she purchased breakdown insurance for pound44
However when the equipment needed repairing
she was told by Argos that the insurance was not
valid because it was taken out more than 45 days
after purchase She was given a handwritten note
saying that the claim was rejected by the insurer
Allianz Kings for this reason and was told that
she could ask them to refund her premium No
other remedy was offered When the adviser rang
Allianz Kings they were told that the insurance
did not cover the fault because the goods were
within the manufacturers two year warranty
period and a claim should in fact be made on this
Allianz Kings said that this is what Argos had
told them and there was no mention of the issue
of when the insurance was purchased The client
was annoyed at Argos for failing to rectify the
situation and identify who was responsible She
was also frustrated that she had been sold and
had begun to pay for insurance which appeared to
be useless and unnecessary at least for the two
years of the warranty
If you think that you have been similarly affected by
consumer issues and you would like help and advice
then please call in to your local Bureau or you could
also contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or
use their website at wwwconsumerdirectgovuk
Sports News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 23
Petrified of Your Computer You donrsquot need to be
Ring Lesley Horn For 1 to 1 beginnerrsquos support in your own home
Friendly patient and knowledgeable help with using your computer to find things on the Internet email your family amp
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Attleborough High in the Beach Volleyball Tournament
Three teams from Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre were
entered into the first Norfolk Beach
volleyball Tournament on Great
Yarmouth central beach This was the first
volleyball competition the school has
entered and there was an air of excitement
after some good practice sessions
Two U16 boys teams from Attleborough
High were entered into the 15 strong
league
Team 1 consisting of Richard Adelugba
Daniel Dean Matthew Brookson and Joe
Whiterod took a while to get use to the
sand losing their first game against Notre
Dame 17-9 Communication and
technique improved dramatically and the
Attleborough team went on to win against
Alderman Peel team 2 (25-9) Great
Yarmouth team 2 (23-11) and Oriel team
3 (20-17) The whole team worked well
together with excellent serving and
committed dives shown by all particularly
Richard saw Attleborough Team 1 sail
through to the play-off
Team 2 from Attleborough High consisted
of Callum Langstaff Jake Horscroft
Matthew Miller and Daniel Thompson
Some excellent combination play between
Callum and Jake saw this team win their
first game against Lynn Grove 19-11
Matthew put in some excellent serves in
the second game and Daniel‟s athletic
dives saw another win against Alderman
Peel team 3 (24-18) This team lost focus a
little towards the end and lost their final
two games against Oriel team 1 and Great
Yarmouth team 3 With two big wins to
start the tournament Attleborough team 2
managed to come 2nd in their group and
go into the play-off‟s
Team 1 played two teams to battle it out
for 1st 2nd and 3rd place Confidence was
boosted with great combinations of dig
set and smash to gain a win over
Alderman Peel team 1 (17-14) Next was
the unbeaten Oriel team 1 who always
took 3 touches to control and set up the
perfect smash was Attleborough found
hard to return
Final score here was 11-8 to Oriel
Attleborough Team 1 finished in 2nd
place out of 15 teams
Team 2 from AHS faced Notre Dame and
Oriel team 3 in their play-off and even
though excellent commitment was shown
to get even the slightest touch on the ball
two defeats left them in 6th place out of 15
One U16 girls team from Attleborough
High was entered consisting of Lauren
Willingham Annalise Gray Holly
Warren Ellie Philpott Sinead
Bollingbroke and Charlotte Ord The
girls team had 2 substitutes and took a
while to get use to the rotation of
positions The first game against
Alderman Peel 1 saw a closely contested
battle with some brilliant smashes from
Lauren but unfortunately the final
whistle blew at 17-16 to the opponents
With great determination and some
excellent set plays coming together from
Anna and Ellie the girls team went to
win three of their final games Caister
(19-16) Alderman Peel 4 (20-16) and
Lynn Grove (34-8)
Three out of four wins saw the
Attleborough High School girls through to
the grand final to play Notre Dame Even
though Sinead served brilliantly
throughout the team lost 48-21 leaving
Attleborough U16 girls to finish 2nd out
of 11 teams
Player from Watton United FC took
a break from the World Cup action
this month to try their hand on the
golf course at their 4th Annual Golf
Tournament on Friday 25th June
An impressive total of 23 x 4 man
teams competed this year The
competition comprised of 18 holes
under stableford rules with prizes
for the individual best score and
team score taking the best two
scores on each hole from each team
This year also saw the presentation
of the RICK NEAVE cup in
memory of Watton United‟s former
manager being awarded to the
highest scoring individual who has
played for Watton United FC and a
new award presented to the person
with the lowest overall round
The club were pleased to see a
number of current club members
taking part together with some
familar faces from the past including
ex Watton United Managers Tony
Shipp Bob Taylor and ex players
Andy Hunt Paul Jarvis Daryl
Woodward Andy Campbell and
Richard Spillman Ollie Applegate
Karl Pitcher all appearing in teams
for the first time
Winners were as follows
BEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE 1st B
Taylor (47 points) 2nd H Waters (46
points) 3rd D Rudling (45 points)gt
BEST TEAM SCORE 1st Team
Spillman (S Spillman R Spillman
D Rudling I Bonser (99 points) 2nd
Team Shipp (T Shipp G Rowlands
K Kitteridge T Lyons (97 points)
3rd Team Wordley (S Wordley R
Bailey P Legrice M Mace (95
points)
RICK NEAVE CUP Bob Taylor (47
Points)
LOWEST GROSS ROUND Paul
Matless (72 shots)
OTHER AWARDS Nearest The Pin
(Hole 3) - Jon Sproston Longest
Drive (Hole 9) - Stuart Livock
Longest Drive (Hole 13) - P Matless
Nearest The Pin (Hole 17) - Phil
Patience Wooden Spoon (Paul
Rayner)
The club would like to again extend
its thanks to thanks Simon Jessop at
Richmond Park Golf Club for
providing excellent hospitality
throughout the day and allowing the
club to put on this much needed
fundraiser each year Details of next
year‟s competition will available in
2011
Pictured are the winning team left to
right S Spillman D Rudling R
Spillman I Bonser
Watton Uniteds 4th Annual Golf Day
ST MARYrsquoS CHURCH WATTON
GRAND FETE amp CAR BOOT SALE
on the field next to St Maryrsquos Church Car Park Saturday 21st August from 900am to 100pm
Raffle ~ Games ~ Cakes ~ Refreshments Car boot places at pound4 per car no need to book Please contact the Parish Office 01953 881252
Picture Supplied
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 24 Sports News
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Tel (01760) 440269 (24 hrs) Established over 60 years
FUNERAL DIRECTORS SERVING WATTON amp DISTRICT
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MID-NORFOLK TIMES The deadline for the September issue will be
12 Noon on the 16th August Page space is allocated strictly on a first come first served basis Deadline is the latest
date and time that copy will be considered for inclusion Arrival of copy before
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If you are submitting on paper you MUST sign and include your contact details
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You can contact Julian by ringing (01953) 858908 You can write to 32 High
Street Watton IP25 6AE Or you can leave copy in the bin at Adcocks 32 High
Street Watton
The e-mail address is julianmidnorfolktimescom
All views expressed in the Mid-Norfolk Times are those of the contributors and
not the publishers While every care and effort has been taken to ensure accuracy
the publisher cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions
This issue of the Mid-Norfolk Times was published by Julian Horn 32 High Street Watton IP25 6AE and printed through
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EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 20 News
July 1st ndash The day that Rotary
Clubs all over the world install their
new presidents And this year
Watton was no exception Outgoing
president Richard Akister handed
over to new president Doctor Mike
Harvey (see pic) Health problems
caused Mike to take early
retirement as a general practitioner
and having come to Norfolk and
settled in Shipdham some 5 years
ago he was introduced to the
Watton Rotary Club and thought it
would be a good platform and outlet
for his considerable energy and
skill He was an instigator of the
Watton Club‟s very
successful fundraising
drive in support of the
bdquoBalloons for Hearts‟
initiative in 20078 With
the help of 2 other Rotary
Clubs pound5300 was raised
and a giant cheque was
presented to the campaign
coordinator We hear that
the cheque is still on
display in the cardiac
reception area at the
NNUH Mike intends to
continue his ministry of the
Watton Club with a
medical flavour
As a prelude to the presidential
handover in both clubs Watton
Inner Wheel and Rotary Clubs
joined forces and held a most
successful bdquoround the houses‟ or
bdquosafari‟ supper Changing sets of 3
or 4 couples rotate around each of
several members‟ houses for the
various courses of an evening meal
with everyone landing up at the
President‟s house for the final
course and a bit of party time
Following our visit to New South
Wales Australia last year the
Watton Club is hosting the first part
of the return Rotary international
friendship exchange in September
Eight couples from various places
in NSW are expected they will stay
with Watton members for a few
days before moving on to be hosted
by Rotarians of various other
Rotary clubs throughout Norfolk
and Suffolk More about this next
month Martin Anscombe
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During a debate about jobs and
unemployment on July 7th I made my
maiden speech in the House of Commons
I have focussed my column this month on
the content and inspirations for the speech
in which I set out why I am so passionate
about representing our area
Maiden speeches have a long tradition in
the Commons and new MPs usually
don‟t involve themselves in debates in the
House until they have made theirs
Maidens give new MPs a chance to talk
about their constituency and to outline
some of the issues they aim to work on
I focused my speech on three key
themes the need for a more local
approach to jobs and housing how the
politically correct bdquorights‟ culture
ignores traditional values and the need
for a better politics
The Rural Way of Life
Living and running a business locally I
know how life in rural England has been
overlooked I know how our traditional
values are too often denigrated and how
Norfolk has become increasingly
marginalised
ldquoTackling that sense of marginalisation
in order to unlock the talents and
aspirations of its people are the
central theme of my work as [an] MP
The people of Mid Norfolk feel
marginalised by the decision-making
process and too often forced to change
in ways that they have neither chosen
nor like The small local voluntary and
rural is all too often crowded out by the
big national professional and urban
[R]ural Britain has been especially
hard hit by unemployment during this
recession and my constituency has
pockets of rural deprivation which are
often hidden Pensioner poverty can
be especially invisible
ldquoPost offices pubs and village shops
close while more and more people are
forced to commute increasing distances
from the mass housing estates that have
been forced on our market towns and
councilsrdquo
ldquoThe people of Mid Norfolk sent me
here to speak up for them so I shall
[They] have found themselves
increasingly powerless in the face of a
tidal wave of legislation and big
government from Europe Whitehall
and unaccountable regional quangos
Many worry that our culture has been
hijacked by an increasingly intolerant
politically correct anything goes
multiculturalism which seems to have
too little respect for the longer
traditions of tolerance personal
freedom and responsibility embedded in
our traditional heritage By pumping
the bellows of local empowerment I
believe that we can reignite the embers
of a culture which can and should be
allowed to coexist with metropolitan
Britain to mutual benefitrdquo
Economic opportunities
Having run my ldquoNorfolk Wayrdquo campaign
for over three years I know how urgently
we need new jobs and opportunities in
Mid Norfolk Average wages here are low
and I wanted to focus on how we can
reignite our economy and strengthen local
communities and services
ldquoIn my three-year candidacy I insisted
on another way we call it the Norfolk
way a vision of a vibrant rural society
based on a renaissance of rural
enterprise smaller pockets of mixed
housing spread more fairly and
sustainably fast-growing small
businesses and jobs back in our villages
and towns less commuting a richer
mix of ages and blue and white-collar
jobs in active communities
ldquoSome may ask Where are those new
jobs and businesses to come from Let
me tell the House Situated between
Norwich and Cambridge are two of the
worlds leading centres of scientific
research and innovation in food
biomedicine and the clean
technologies all of which are so vital
to the global challenges that we face
Mid Norfolk is perfectly positioned to
become a hub of entrepreneurial
activity and new jobs With the world-
leading John Innes centre the Institute
of Food Research world-class
agriculture and high-tech engineering
along the A11 corridor we can lead
those new economic sectors on which
we will increasingly dependrdquo
ldquoAs someone who came to politics after
a 15-year career in creating new
technology businesses I hope to be able
to put my experience to good use in that
area However that revolution cannot
happen without two essential things
new models of investment in
infrastructure including the A11 rural
broadband and rail links and some
local leadershiprdquo
Giving People Responsibility
I believe in giving local communities
power Residents in a village know the
problems they have and usually know
how to solve them better than somebody
in an office miles away During my
speech I called for a new approach
ldquoThe stale post-war model of statist
centralisation and dependence on the
Whitehall handout has failed Norfolk
Rural Britain is the repository of
some important virtues that our modern
culture has neglected a deep belief in
self-help and responsibility an
insistence that everybody in a
community has a role and the rejection
of a shallow media cultures obsession
with celebrity and a love of the small
the different and the local These are
qualities that are deeply rooted in the
English character
ldquoAt the heart of this manifesto is a big
idea that citizenship is forged
through the empowering act of the
state granting responsibility to its
citizens That is the central idea which
has brought me into politics as a
Conservative and which I am delighted
is once again the idea at the heart of
modern Conservatism and this
coalitionrdquo
It was an honour to make my maiden on
behalf of the people of Mid Norfolk and
if you would like a full transcript of the
speech please email
Georgefreemanmpparliamentuk or
watch the video of the speech on my
website wwwgeorgefreemancouk
The Westminster View
George Freeman is the Conservative MP
for Mid-Norfolk The object of this
column is to help readers stay in touch
with their MP - it is not intended as a
reflection of the political views of anyone
associated with the Mid Norfolk Times
Watton Rotary Roundup
People for Animal Care Trust
(PACT) and Caine Lloyd of
Lloyd Engineering in Watton are
organising an adventure to climb
Mount Kilimanjaro in spring
2011 The intention is to raise
funds for PACT through
sponsorship and to have some fun
doing so
My name is Geoff Bell and I am
one of the people who are taking
part in this Challenge I have the
funds for my part in this challenge
but I fell it would be good to raise
funds for PACT as well
Through the Kili Challenge
PACT will receive funding to
build much needed additional
kennels to house the regular
influx of animals they have
PACT is based in Woodrising
and work hard to ensure the
welfare of animals in Norfolk
PACT‟s web-site is
wwwpactsanctuaryorg and more
information about them can be
obtained from there With your
kind help it would be a great
honour and privilege to extend
my support for PACT by taking
part in this challenge and to be of
help and support to one of the
loves in my life
If you would like to sponsor me
to take part in this challenge and
raise much needed funding for
PACT then please contact me
through Facebook or ring me on
01953-882925 For more
information you can ring PACT
on 01362 820775 or Caine on
01953 881255 I will also be
holding three public collection
days for this outside the Co-op in
Watton on the 18th August 15th
September and 13th October
Thank you for your support
The Kili Challenge in aid of PACT
Picture Supplied
Church Times and Puzzle
Watton Churches Together Service Calendar for August 2010
St Maryrsquos Church Watton 1st 3rd amp 4th Wednesday at 930am Holy Communion
2nd Wednesday Morning Worship Church Office opens Tues
Wed amp Thurs 9am-1pm Tel 01953 881252
margaretchurchadmfreeservecouk wwwstmaryswattonorg
Sun 1st 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
530pm Choral Evensong
Sun 8th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
Sun 15th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Sun 22nd 800am Holy Communion
1000am All Age Worship
12 noon Holy Baptism
630pm Praise and Worship with Shine
Sun 29th 800am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Watton Methodist Church Every Wednesday the Church is open for quiet reflection and
prayer between 1000am amp 1200noon
Itrsquos your quiet place At 1030 there is a half-hour Midweek
Service in the Large Vestry led by the Minister or a Church
Member wwwwattonmethodistbtikcom
Sun 1st 1045am Rev Barbara Winner Holy Communion
630pm Rev Brian Eagle
Sun 8th 1045am Mr Richard Hompstead
630pm Mrs Janet Roebuck
Sun 15th 1045am Mrs Sonia Mann
630pm Mr Brian Lawrence
Sun 22nd 1045am Mrs Elsie Warby
630pm Revd Barbara Winner Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1100am Section Service at Saham Hills
Mr John Winner
630pm Rev Brian Eagle Holy Communion
Roman Catholic Community Each Sat 530pm Mass at Watton Methodist Church
Pentecostal Church Dereham Road Watton There is a Noahs Ark Sunday and Kings Kids for children
during the Sunday morning services
Sun 1st 1030am Morning Service with guest speakers
Christian amp Ann Fernandez from La Rochelle France
Sun 8th 1030am Family Service amp Doughnuts
600pm Prayer amp Praise with guest speaker
Dama Safari from Shalom Africa
Sun 15th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Freed from your past‟
Sun 22nd 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Made in God‟s image‟
600pm Prayer and Praise
Sun 29th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoChanged by love‟
St Nicholasrsquo Church Ashill Tuesdays 1000am Said Holy Communion
Sun 1st 930am Lay Led Morning Worship
Sun 8th 930am Morning Worship
Sun 15th 930am All Age Worship
Sun 22nd 930am Holy Communion
St Georgersquos Church Saham Toney Sun 1st 1030am Benefice Service of Holy Communion
Sun 8th 1100am Morning Worship and Holy Baptism
Sun 15th 1100am Pet Service
1230pm Holy Baptism
Sun 22nd 1100am Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1030am Group Service of Holy Communion
SS Peter amp Paulrsquos Church Carbrooke Sun 8th 1030am All Age Worship
Sun 15th 1030am Holy Communion
Sun 22nd 1030am Lay Led Morning Worship
1230pm Holy Baptism
St John the Evangelist Church Ovington Thursdays 800am Said Holy Communion
Sun 8th 12 noon Pet Service
Sun 22nd 930am Lay Led All Age Worship
Breckles Caston Great Hockham Griston Merton Stow Bedon
Thompson
Worship Calendar August 2010
Sunday 1st August
1030 am United Holy Communion Thompson
Sunday 8TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Breckles
(Patronal Festival)
Sunday 15TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Gt Hockham
1030 am United Holy Communion Caston
Sunday 22ND August 900 am Holy Communion (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Gt Hockham
Sunday 29TH August
1030 am United Holy Communion Griston
Sunday 5TH September
1030 am United Holy Communion Stow Bedon
Our Pram Service Sunday Club amp WAY youth group
will resume in September
Enquiries The Revd Bob Nichols Tel (01953) 483222
Email revbobnicholsgmailcom
All Saints Church Threxton Sunday 1st August at 10 am
Scribble Pad
Across 7 One looking for riches (76) 8 Something to keep the claws in shape (8) 9 An assistant would be an idea (4) 10 Snap a biscuit for Christmas (7) 12 This clue might lead you the wrong way (5) 14 Fused fuse (5) 16 Feminine pronoun (7) 19 A phaser setting used by Captain Kirk (4) 20 A reserve supply to be drawn on (8) 22 but loose (553)
Down 1 A bright star from Avon (4) 2 Slopey writing (6) 3 infield pagan (7) 4 as chips said the chick (5) 5 Inherited (6) 6 Use this to change names (44) 11 Compared to a relation (8) 13 Earth shaking (7) 15 Of the coldest season (6) 17 How warm snow goes (6) 18 The sound of teddy bears (5) 21 Burn to charcoal (4)
PUZZLE CORNER
pound10 PRIZE CROSSWORD
Would you like to win a pound10 Voucher to spend Simply complete
the crossword on the right and drop it in to The Wayland News bin
at (or post it to) Adcocks 32 High Street Watton Norfolk IP25
6AE before the paper deadline All correct entries will be put into a
draw and the winner will receive a pound10 voucher to spend In the
event of any dispute the decision of the Editor will be final The
clues are a mix of cryptic and easy with one or two anagrams
thrown in just to make it more interesting
The correct solution will be published in the next issue
Last Month‟s Puzzle The winner of last month‟s pound10 prize was Mrs S Dockray of
Nelson Court Watton Well done Mrs Dockray
Thought for the month By Rev Barbara Winner Methodist Church Well the World Cup was disappointing for some of us and so
was Wimbledon There doesn‟t seem much to celebrate Or is
there
There was once a speaker who started off one of his talks by
showing everyone in the audience a pound50 note It was a crisp
new note He asked the room full of people who would like
the pound50 and it was no surprise that most hands went up He
then proceeded to crumple the note up in his hand and then
asked who still wanted it The hands stayed up Next he
dropped the note on the ground and started to grind the note
with his shoe When he picked it up it was dirty and
crumpled When he asked who still wanted it the hands stayed
up Well of course they did ndash just because it was crumpled
and dirty didn‟t prevent it being worth the pound50 just as it had
been in the beginning when he started his talk The note was
still of value ndash the value hadn‟t changed
We are in a time of change and cuts and we don‟t quite know
what‟s coming next But whatever cuts and changes come
however much we feel the effects our value as people has not
changed Life throws all sorts of things at us and we can end
up feeling crumpled and trodden on In God‟s eyes we are
loved and precious ndash valuable And no amount of cuts
changes and troubles will change this God‟s love for us is a
pure gift ndash it is not subject to cuts and change We read in the
Bible that God so loved the world that he gave his son that we
might have life And what‟s more it is a gift freely given
Now that really is worth celebrating
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 22 News
MOTs pound3500 VEHICLES FROM V 99 ONWARDS pound40 FOR OLDER VEHICLES
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Tel 01362 820416
Has Your PC Slipped a Disc Netted a virus Mouse trapped and
wont work now
For all manner of computer repairs and support
Call Julian Horn on 01953 881885 ldquoSilver Surferrdquo support a speciality
SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEAS Hosted by St Maryrsquos Church in August
Sunday 15th August Christian Community Centre 230pm until 4pm All
welcome - please come along and bring family and friends
Watton United FC have begun
preparing for life in Anglian
Combination Division 1 by
appointing ex - Diss and Watton
player Paul Nicholls to assist with
training and match days whilst he
awaits his return to football from a
serious injury Manager Vince
Harwood has welcomed his return
to the club in a coaching capacity
and hopes his experience at a
higher level will improve the
young players currently at the club
Further changes behind the scenes
include the appointment of Ian
Hunt and Christian Hayward to
assist with running the reserve
team this season and they are
encouraging any new players to
attend training on Wednesday
nights at Watton Sports Centre
(7pm start)
The club has also arranged a number
of Preseason friendlies for the first
team all at home versus Watton
United 18s Dersingham Rovers
(Friday 6th August) and Thetford
Rovers (Wednesday 11th August)
kicking off at 645pm Their first
league fixture is a local derby away
at Wymondham Town on Tuesday
17th August
The reserves new management
team are looking forward to home
games against Thetford Rovers
Reserves (Wednesday 4th August)
and an unnamed team (Friday 13th
August) before their season starts
on Thursday 19th August away at
Mattishall Reserves All games
Kick off at 645pm
The club also have a number of
advertising opportunities available
this season with programme
adverts and advertising boards at
the ground all priced at pound50 for the
season Anyone interested should
contact Paul Woods on
07917361762 or email
infowattonunitedfccouk
Getting ready for the new season
For a small very rural bowls club
Ashill has exceeded all expectations
this year Our men reached the
quarterfinals of the Bales Cup and
Peter Bunn Colin Breeze Bob Hall
and Alan Willer reached the same
stage in the Norfolk County Fours The
men also lie 2nd in the Central North
Division just a half point behind
Thetford The ladies section not to be
outdone have also faired very well
Chris Bailey reaching the quarterfinals
of the County Unbadged Singles
before succumbing to an opponent
from Freethorpe she Inga Healy and
Jackie Taylor got to the quarterfinals of
the Coronation Cup and the latter two
and Sheila Malyon reached the semi-
finals of the County Triples before
being beaten by Diss at RG Carters
In the mixed competitions we
overcame Long Stratton Thetford and
Connaught (the latter two on their
home greens) to reach the semi-finals
of the Jermy Cup our opponents being
Freethorpe on Sunday 18th July at the
neutral green of Wymondham and just
recently we won the Coral Cup played
at Watton Bowls Club So far it has
been a very successful and enjoyable
season despite the vagaries of our
uncertain weather
Ashill Bowls Club minnows on a high
The sunny warm and dry weather
has turned parts of the course brown
but has made for some exciting golf
None more so than in the June
monthly medal when David Flack
playing off a handicap of 10 shot a
net 62 In the same competition
Martin Parker achieved a hole in 1
on the par three 12th hole which
made him very happy but led to a
large dent in his bank balance
Recent Stableford competition
winners were Tony Bonner Alan
Blythe Phil Barrall David Wakeford
and David Packard
Recent inter-club match results were
versus Eaton Away lost 2frac12 - 3frac12 V
Royal Cromer away lost 1frac12 - 4frac12 V
Costessey park at home lost 2frac12 -
3frac12 V Gt Yarmouth at home won
5frac12 - frac12
The Seniors Open was held on 1st
July and approx 50 players
representing 14 different clubs
played in a stableford competition It
was an excellent day enjoyed by all
and the winner was George Axten
from Kings Lynn A separate
competition for Richmond Park
members was won by David Adcock
Richmond Park Golf Club Senior Section
On Saturday 21st August at Ashill
rectory Garden there will be a Fun
BBQ from 4pm to 8pm Tickets are
just pound5 for adults and pound250 for
children and include BBQ Salads
and delicious desserts
We hope to raise enough money at
this event to fund another year of
education for children in Uganda
who we have supported for six years
Tickets are available from Ann Bunn
on 01760 440 150
Fun Barbecue for Ugandan Children
The Annual Summer Show will
be held on SATURDAY
AUGUST 7trade This is an
opportunity for residents of
Rocklands and the surrounding
area to exhibit Fruit and
Vegetables Flowers Cookery
Art and Handicrafts and for the
children to show off their skills
in various classes
Entries for the show are
accepted between 9am and
12noon with judging
commencing at 1pm Doors are
open to the public at approx
330pm Show Schedules are
available from Post Office
Stores Rocklands or Margaret
Lister
If you feel you would like to
take part in our Summer Show
and would like more
information contact Margaret
Lister on 01953 483417
Annual Summer Show at Rocklands
Celebrations Celebrations You are all warmly invited to join
us at Choral Evensong at St
Mary‟s Church Watton on
Sunday 1st August at 530pm for
a special service of prayer and
beautiful church music and
afterwards for tea and cake
This is a celebration as our church
choir is one of 67 choirs affiliated
to the Royal School of Church
Music in Norfolk
Do come and enjoy the music and
see for yourselves You may
even want to join us We are
always happy to welcome new
members to the Choir
Goods amp services - warranties Repairs for goods can be expensive and it is very
important that warranties provide adequate
protection Unfortunately Citizens‟ Advice Bureaux
continue to hear about clients whose warranties
have not been honoured Here are some of the cases
dealt with by Bureaux throughout the country
Bishops Waltham reported that a woman had
purchased a buggy for pound150 at Babies R Us in
May 2009 She noticed that the elbow joints were
becoming loose and she believed this was
dangerous as it could pinch a child‟s fingers She
took it back to Babies R Us in January 2010 and
they sent it back to the manufacturer which
returned it and stated that the bolts had been
tightened (despite the fact that the joints were
riveted not bolted) The elbow joints did initially
seem tighter but the problem soon reappeared and
so the client took the buggy back again and
complained Babies R Us refused to replace the
buggy but sent it to their quality assurance
department which stated that the problem was due
to wear and tear She asked to see the manager
and explained that the buggy was within the
warranty period and that she was most unhappy
that her child was in danger every time she used
it The manager walked away and would not
discuss it Other customers came up to her in the
store and said they had had similar experiences
Southend saw a man who had bought a second
hand van for about pound4000 from The Van Centre
He had taken it back to the trader twice within six
weeks of purchasing it because the engine kept
cutting out and the client believed it was not safe
to drive Despite the fact that the van was covered
by warranty The Van Centre refused to rectify
the problems The client was frustrated at having
been sold a faulty van and very annoyed that he
received no help when he returned it He was also
very anxious and worried about the safety of the
vehicle especially as he had two children who
travel with him at times
Sometimes failure to honour a warranty is
compounded by other unfair trading practices such
as pressure to upgrade the faulty goods to a more
expensive version or mis-selling of inappropriate or
unnecessary insurance Ash told us about a client
who had problems with a secondhand vehicle She
had purchased a car with a warranty from a local
dealer using a hire purchase agreement In the first
12 months the car suffered repeated electrical
problems which the dealer was unable to resolve
The offer of a courtesy car was not honoured
resulting in additional expense for the client When
the client refused to drive the car again the dealer
encouraged her to exchange it for a newer model
and refinance The client agreed but the finance was
refused as a result of a poor credit rating The client
was left locked in a finance agreement for a car
which she considered unroadworthy despite the fact
that it was under warranty
Southend saw a woman who had purchased a
treadmill from Argos for pound29999 Four months
later she purchased breakdown insurance for pound44
However when the equipment needed repairing
she was told by Argos that the insurance was not
valid because it was taken out more than 45 days
after purchase She was given a handwritten note
saying that the claim was rejected by the insurer
Allianz Kings for this reason and was told that
she could ask them to refund her premium No
other remedy was offered When the adviser rang
Allianz Kings they were told that the insurance
did not cover the fault because the goods were
within the manufacturers two year warranty
period and a claim should in fact be made on this
Allianz Kings said that this is what Argos had
told them and there was no mention of the issue
of when the insurance was purchased The client
was annoyed at Argos for failing to rectify the
situation and identify who was responsible She
was also frustrated that she had been sold and
had begun to pay for insurance which appeared to
be useless and unnecessary at least for the two
years of the warranty
If you think that you have been similarly affected by
consumer issues and you would like help and advice
then please call in to your local Bureau or you could
also contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or
use their website at wwwconsumerdirectgovuk
Sports News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 23
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Ring Lesley Horn For 1 to 1 beginnerrsquos support in your own home
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Attleborough High in the Beach Volleyball Tournament
Three teams from Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre were
entered into the first Norfolk Beach
volleyball Tournament on Great
Yarmouth central beach This was the first
volleyball competition the school has
entered and there was an air of excitement
after some good practice sessions
Two U16 boys teams from Attleborough
High were entered into the 15 strong
league
Team 1 consisting of Richard Adelugba
Daniel Dean Matthew Brookson and Joe
Whiterod took a while to get use to the
sand losing their first game against Notre
Dame 17-9 Communication and
technique improved dramatically and the
Attleborough team went on to win against
Alderman Peel team 2 (25-9) Great
Yarmouth team 2 (23-11) and Oriel team
3 (20-17) The whole team worked well
together with excellent serving and
committed dives shown by all particularly
Richard saw Attleborough Team 1 sail
through to the play-off
Team 2 from Attleborough High consisted
of Callum Langstaff Jake Horscroft
Matthew Miller and Daniel Thompson
Some excellent combination play between
Callum and Jake saw this team win their
first game against Lynn Grove 19-11
Matthew put in some excellent serves in
the second game and Daniel‟s athletic
dives saw another win against Alderman
Peel team 3 (24-18) This team lost focus a
little towards the end and lost their final
two games against Oriel team 1 and Great
Yarmouth team 3 With two big wins to
start the tournament Attleborough team 2
managed to come 2nd in their group and
go into the play-off‟s
Team 1 played two teams to battle it out
for 1st 2nd and 3rd place Confidence was
boosted with great combinations of dig
set and smash to gain a win over
Alderman Peel team 1 (17-14) Next was
the unbeaten Oriel team 1 who always
took 3 touches to control and set up the
perfect smash was Attleborough found
hard to return
Final score here was 11-8 to Oriel
Attleborough Team 1 finished in 2nd
place out of 15 teams
Team 2 from AHS faced Notre Dame and
Oriel team 3 in their play-off and even
though excellent commitment was shown
to get even the slightest touch on the ball
two defeats left them in 6th place out of 15
One U16 girls team from Attleborough
High was entered consisting of Lauren
Willingham Annalise Gray Holly
Warren Ellie Philpott Sinead
Bollingbroke and Charlotte Ord The
girls team had 2 substitutes and took a
while to get use to the rotation of
positions The first game against
Alderman Peel 1 saw a closely contested
battle with some brilliant smashes from
Lauren but unfortunately the final
whistle blew at 17-16 to the opponents
With great determination and some
excellent set plays coming together from
Anna and Ellie the girls team went to
win three of their final games Caister
(19-16) Alderman Peel 4 (20-16) and
Lynn Grove (34-8)
Three out of four wins saw the
Attleborough High School girls through to
the grand final to play Notre Dame Even
though Sinead served brilliantly
throughout the team lost 48-21 leaving
Attleborough U16 girls to finish 2nd out
of 11 teams
Player from Watton United FC took
a break from the World Cup action
this month to try their hand on the
golf course at their 4th Annual Golf
Tournament on Friday 25th June
An impressive total of 23 x 4 man
teams competed this year The
competition comprised of 18 holes
under stableford rules with prizes
for the individual best score and
team score taking the best two
scores on each hole from each team
This year also saw the presentation
of the RICK NEAVE cup in
memory of Watton United‟s former
manager being awarded to the
highest scoring individual who has
played for Watton United FC and a
new award presented to the person
with the lowest overall round
The club were pleased to see a
number of current club members
taking part together with some
familar faces from the past including
ex Watton United Managers Tony
Shipp Bob Taylor and ex players
Andy Hunt Paul Jarvis Daryl
Woodward Andy Campbell and
Richard Spillman Ollie Applegate
Karl Pitcher all appearing in teams
for the first time
Winners were as follows
BEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE 1st B
Taylor (47 points) 2nd H Waters (46
points) 3rd D Rudling (45 points)gt
BEST TEAM SCORE 1st Team
Spillman (S Spillman R Spillman
D Rudling I Bonser (99 points) 2nd
Team Shipp (T Shipp G Rowlands
K Kitteridge T Lyons (97 points)
3rd Team Wordley (S Wordley R
Bailey P Legrice M Mace (95
points)
RICK NEAVE CUP Bob Taylor (47
Points)
LOWEST GROSS ROUND Paul
Matless (72 shots)
OTHER AWARDS Nearest The Pin
(Hole 3) - Jon Sproston Longest
Drive (Hole 9) - Stuart Livock
Longest Drive (Hole 13) - P Matless
Nearest The Pin (Hole 17) - Phil
Patience Wooden Spoon (Paul
Rayner)
The club would like to again extend
its thanks to thanks Simon Jessop at
Richmond Park Golf Club for
providing excellent hospitality
throughout the day and allowing the
club to put on this much needed
fundraiser each year Details of next
year‟s competition will available in
2011
Pictured are the winning team left to
right S Spillman D Rudling R
Spillman I Bonser
Watton Uniteds 4th Annual Golf Day
ST MARYrsquoS CHURCH WATTON
GRAND FETE amp CAR BOOT SALE
on the field next to St Maryrsquos Church Car Park Saturday 21st August from 900am to 100pm
Raffle ~ Games ~ Cakes ~ Refreshments Car boot places at pound4 per car no need to book Please contact the Parish Office 01953 881252
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offering a caring traditional amp affordable servicersquo
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All views expressed in the Mid-Norfolk Times are those of the contributors and
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the publisher cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions
This issue of the Mid-Norfolk Times was published by Julian Horn 32 High Street Watton IP25 6AE and printed through
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EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Church Times and Puzzle
Watton Churches Together Service Calendar for August 2010
St Maryrsquos Church Watton 1st 3rd amp 4th Wednesday at 930am Holy Communion
2nd Wednesday Morning Worship Church Office opens Tues
Wed amp Thurs 9am-1pm Tel 01953 881252
margaretchurchadmfreeservecouk wwwstmaryswattonorg
Sun 1st 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
530pm Choral Evensong
Sun 8th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
Sun 15th 800am Holy Communion
1000am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Sun 22nd 800am Holy Communion
1000am All Age Worship
12 noon Holy Baptism
630pm Praise and Worship with Shine
Sun 29th 800am Holy Communion
700pm Informal Worship in the Church Room
Watton Methodist Church Every Wednesday the Church is open for quiet reflection and
prayer between 1000am amp 1200noon
Itrsquos your quiet place At 1030 there is a half-hour Midweek
Service in the Large Vestry led by the Minister or a Church
Member wwwwattonmethodistbtikcom
Sun 1st 1045am Rev Barbara Winner Holy Communion
630pm Rev Brian Eagle
Sun 8th 1045am Mr Richard Hompstead
630pm Mrs Janet Roebuck
Sun 15th 1045am Mrs Sonia Mann
630pm Mr Brian Lawrence
Sun 22nd 1045am Mrs Elsie Warby
630pm Revd Barbara Winner Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1100am Section Service at Saham Hills
Mr John Winner
630pm Rev Brian Eagle Holy Communion
Roman Catholic Community Each Sat 530pm Mass at Watton Methodist Church
Pentecostal Church Dereham Road Watton There is a Noahs Ark Sunday and Kings Kids for children
during the Sunday morning services
Sun 1st 1030am Morning Service with guest speakers
Christian amp Ann Fernandez from La Rochelle France
Sun 8th 1030am Family Service amp Doughnuts
600pm Prayer amp Praise with guest speaker
Dama Safari from Shalom Africa
Sun 15th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Freed from your past‟
Sun 22nd 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoMary Magdalen Made in God‟s image‟
600pm Prayer and Praise
Sun 29th 1030am Morning Service ldquoI‟ll never be the same
againrdquo - bdquoChanged by love‟
St Nicholasrsquo Church Ashill Tuesdays 1000am Said Holy Communion
Sun 1st 930am Lay Led Morning Worship
Sun 8th 930am Morning Worship
Sun 15th 930am All Age Worship
Sun 22nd 930am Holy Communion
St Georgersquos Church Saham Toney Sun 1st 1030am Benefice Service of Holy Communion
Sun 8th 1100am Morning Worship and Holy Baptism
Sun 15th 1100am Pet Service
1230pm Holy Baptism
Sun 22nd 1100am Holy Communion
Sun 29th 1030am Group Service of Holy Communion
SS Peter amp Paulrsquos Church Carbrooke Sun 8th 1030am All Age Worship
Sun 15th 1030am Holy Communion
Sun 22nd 1030am Lay Led Morning Worship
1230pm Holy Baptism
St John the Evangelist Church Ovington Thursdays 800am Said Holy Communion
Sun 8th 12 noon Pet Service
Sun 22nd 930am Lay Led All Age Worship
Breckles Caston Great Hockham Griston Merton Stow Bedon
Thompson
Worship Calendar August 2010
Sunday 1st August
1030 am United Holy Communion Thompson
Sunday 8TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Breckles
(Patronal Festival)
Sunday 15TH August
900 am Matins (BCP) Gt Hockham
1030 am United Holy Communion Caston
Sunday 22ND August 900 am Holy Communion (BCP) Merton
1030 am United Holy Communion Gt Hockham
Sunday 29TH August
1030 am United Holy Communion Griston
Sunday 5TH September
1030 am United Holy Communion Stow Bedon
Our Pram Service Sunday Club amp WAY youth group
will resume in September
Enquiries The Revd Bob Nichols Tel (01953) 483222
Email revbobnicholsgmailcom
All Saints Church Threxton Sunday 1st August at 10 am
Scribble Pad
Across 7 One looking for riches (76) 8 Something to keep the claws in shape (8) 9 An assistant would be an idea (4) 10 Snap a biscuit for Christmas (7) 12 This clue might lead you the wrong way (5) 14 Fused fuse (5) 16 Feminine pronoun (7) 19 A phaser setting used by Captain Kirk (4) 20 A reserve supply to be drawn on (8) 22 but loose (553)
Down 1 A bright star from Avon (4) 2 Slopey writing (6) 3 infield pagan (7) 4 as chips said the chick (5) 5 Inherited (6) 6 Use this to change names (44) 11 Compared to a relation (8) 13 Earth shaking (7) 15 Of the coldest season (6) 17 How warm snow goes (6) 18 The sound of teddy bears (5) 21 Burn to charcoal (4)
PUZZLE CORNER
pound10 PRIZE CROSSWORD
Would you like to win a pound10 Voucher to spend Simply complete
the crossword on the right and drop it in to The Wayland News bin
at (or post it to) Adcocks 32 High Street Watton Norfolk IP25
6AE before the paper deadline All correct entries will be put into a
draw and the winner will receive a pound10 voucher to spend In the
event of any dispute the decision of the Editor will be final The
clues are a mix of cryptic and easy with one or two anagrams
thrown in just to make it more interesting
The correct solution will be published in the next issue
Last Month‟s Puzzle The winner of last month‟s pound10 prize was Mrs S Dockray of
Nelson Court Watton Well done Mrs Dockray
Thought for the month By Rev Barbara Winner Methodist Church Well the World Cup was disappointing for some of us and so
was Wimbledon There doesn‟t seem much to celebrate Or is
there
There was once a speaker who started off one of his talks by
showing everyone in the audience a pound50 note It was a crisp
new note He asked the room full of people who would like
the pound50 and it was no surprise that most hands went up He
then proceeded to crumple the note up in his hand and then
asked who still wanted it The hands stayed up Next he
dropped the note on the ground and started to grind the note
with his shoe When he picked it up it was dirty and
crumpled When he asked who still wanted it the hands stayed
up Well of course they did ndash just because it was crumpled
and dirty didn‟t prevent it being worth the pound50 just as it had
been in the beginning when he started his talk The note was
still of value ndash the value hadn‟t changed
We are in a time of change and cuts and we don‟t quite know
what‟s coming next But whatever cuts and changes come
however much we feel the effects our value as people has not
changed Life throws all sorts of things at us and we can end
up feeling crumpled and trodden on In God‟s eyes we are
loved and precious ndash valuable And no amount of cuts
changes and troubles will change this God‟s love for us is a
pure gift ndash it is not subject to cuts and change We read in the
Bible that God so loved the world that he gave his son that we
might have life And what‟s more it is a gift freely given
Now that really is worth celebrating
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 22 News
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For all manner of computer repairs and support
Call Julian Horn on 01953 881885 ldquoSilver Surferrdquo support a speciality
SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEAS Hosted by St Maryrsquos Church in August
Sunday 15th August Christian Community Centre 230pm until 4pm All
welcome - please come along and bring family and friends
Watton United FC have begun
preparing for life in Anglian
Combination Division 1 by
appointing ex - Diss and Watton
player Paul Nicholls to assist with
training and match days whilst he
awaits his return to football from a
serious injury Manager Vince
Harwood has welcomed his return
to the club in a coaching capacity
and hopes his experience at a
higher level will improve the
young players currently at the club
Further changes behind the scenes
include the appointment of Ian
Hunt and Christian Hayward to
assist with running the reserve
team this season and they are
encouraging any new players to
attend training on Wednesday
nights at Watton Sports Centre
(7pm start)
The club has also arranged a number
of Preseason friendlies for the first
team all at home versus Watton
United 18s Dersingham Rovers
(Friday 6th August) and Thetford
Rovers (Wednesday 11th August)
kicking off at 645pm Their first
league fixture is a local derby away
at Wymondham Town on Tuesday
17th August
The reserves new management
team are looking forward to home
games against Thetford Rovers
Reserves (Wednesday 4th August)
and an unnamed team (Friday 13th
August) before their season starts
on Thursday 19th August away at
Mattishall Reserves All games
Kick off at 645pm
The club also have a number of
advertising opportunities available
this season with programme
adverts and advertising boards at
the ground all priced at pound50 for the
season Anyone interested should
contact Paul Woods on
07917361762 or email
infowattonunitedfccouk
Getting ready for the new season
For a small very rural bowls club
Ashill has exceeded all expectations
this year Our men reached the
quarterfinals of the Bales Cup and
Peter Bunn Colin Breeze Bob Hall
and Alan Willer reached the same
stage in the Norfolk County Fours The
men also lie 2nd in the Central North
Division just a half point behind
Thetford The ladies section not to be
outdone have also faired very well
Chris Bailey reaching the quarterfinals
of the County Unbadged Singles
before succumbing to an opponent
from Freethorpe she Inga Healy and
Jackie Taylor got to the quarterfinals of
the Coronation Cup and the latter two
and Sheila Malyon reached the semi-
finals of the County Triples before
being beaten by Diss at RG Carters
In the mixed competitions we
overcame Long Stratton Thetford and
Connaught (the latter two on their
home greens) to reach the semi-finals
of the Jermy Cup our opponents being
Freethorpe on Sunday 18th July at the
neutral green of Wymondham and just
recently we won the Coral Cup played
at Watton Bowls Club So far it has
been a very successful and enjoyable
season despite the vagaries of our
uncertain weather
Ashill Bowls Club minnows on a high
The sunny warm and dry weather
has turned parts of the course brown
but has made for some exciting golf
None more so than in the June
monthly medal when David Flack
playing off a handicap of 10 shot a
net 62 In the same competition
Martin Parker achieved a hole in 1
on the par three 12th hole which
made him very happy but led to a
large dent in his bank balance
Recent Stableford competition
winners were Tony Bonner Alan
Blythe Phil Barrall David Wakeford
and David Packard
Recent inter-club match results were
versus Eaton Away lost 2frac12 - 3frac12 V
Royal Cromer away lost 1frac12 - 4frac12 V
Costessey park at home lost 2frac12 -
3frac12 V Gt Yarmouth at home won
5frac12 - frac12
The Seniors Open was held on 1st
July and approx 50 players
representing 14 different clubs
played in a stableford competition It
was an excellent day enjoyed by all
and the winner was George Axten
from Kings Lynn A separate
competition for Richmond Park
members was won by David Adcock
Richmond Park Golf Club Senior Section
On Saturday 21st August at Ashill
rectory Garden there will be a Fun
BBQ from 4pm to 8pm Tickets are
just pound5 for adults and pound250 for
children and include BBQ Salads
and delicious desserts
We hope to raise enough money at
this event to fund another year of
education for children in Uganda
who we have supported for six years
Tickets are available from Ann Bunn
on 01760 440 150
Fun Barbecue for Ugandan Children
The Annual Summer Show will
be held on SATURDAY
AUGUST 7trade This is an
opportunity for residents of
Rocklands and the surrounding
area to exhibit Fruit and
Vegetables Flowers Cookery
Art and Handicrafts and for the
children to show off their skills
in various classes
Entries for the show are
accepted between 9am and
12noon with judging
commencing at 1pm Doors are
open to the public at approx
330pm Show Schedules are
available from Post Office
Stores Rocklands or Margaret
Lister
If you feel you would like to
take part in our Summer Show
and would like more
information contact Margaret
Lister on 01953 483417
Annual Summer Show at Rocklands
Celebrations Celebrations You are all warmly invited to join
us at Choral Evensong at St
Mary‟s Church Watton on
Sunday 1st August at 530pm for
a special service of prayer and
beautiful church music and
afterwards for tea and cake
This is a celebration as our church
choir is one of 67 choirs affiliated
to the Royal School of Church
Music in Norfolk
Do come and enjoy the music and
see for yourselves You may
even want to join us We are
always happy to welcome new
members to the Choir
Goods amp services - warranties Repairs for goods can be expensive and it is very
important that warranties provide adequate
protection Unfortunately Citizens‟ Advice Bureaux
continue to hear about clients whose warranties
have not been honoured Here are some of the cases
dealt with by Bureaux throughout the country
Bishops Waltham reported that a woman had
purchased a buggy for pound150 at Babies R Us in
May 2009 She noticed that the elbow joints were
becoming loose and she believed this was
dangerous as it could pinch a child‟s fingers She
took it back to Babies R Us in January 2010 and
they sent it back to the manufacturer which
returned it and stated that the bolts had been
tightened (despite the fact that the joints were
riveted not bolted) The elbow joints did initially
seem tighter but the problem soon reappeared and
so the client took the buggy back again and
complained Babies R Us refused to replace the
buggy but sent it to their quality assurance
department which stated that the problem was due
to wear and tear She asked to see the manager
and explained that the buggy was within the
warranty period and that she was most unhappy
that her child was in danger every time she used
it The manager walked away and would not
discuss it Other customers came up to her in the
store and said they had had similar experiences
Southend saw a man who had bought a second
hand van for about pound4000 from The Van Centre
He had taken it back to the trader twice within six
weeks of purchasing it because the engine kept
cutting out and the client believed it was not safe
to drive Despite the fact that the van was covered
by warranty The Van Centre refused to rectify
the problems The client was frustrated at having
been sold a faulty van and very annoyed that he
received no help when he returned it He was also
very anxious and worried about the safety of the
vehicle especially as he had two children who
travel with him at times
Sometimes failure to honour a warranty is
compounded by other unfair trading practices such
as pressure to upgrade the faulty goods to a more
expensive version or mis-selling of inappropriate or
unnecessary insurance Ash told us about a client
who had problems with a secondhand vehicle She
had purchased a car with a warranty from a local
dealer using a hire purchase agreement In the first
12 months the car suffered repeated electrical
problems which the dealer was unable to resolve
The offer of a courtesy car was not honoured
resulting in additional expense for the client When
the client refused to drive the car again the dealer
encouraged her to exchange it for a newer model
and refinance The client agreed but the finance was
refused as a result of a poor credit rating The client
was left locked in a finance agreement for a car
which she considered unroadworthy despite the fact
that it was under warranty
Southend saw a woman who had purchased a
treadmill from Argos for pound29999 Four months
later she purchased breakdown insurance for pound44
However when the equipment needed repairing
she was told by Argos that the insurance was not
valid because it was taken out more than 45 days
after purchase She was given a handwritten note
saying that the claim was rejected by the insurer
Allianz Kings for this reason and was told that
she could ask them to refund her premium No
other remedy was offered When the adviser rang
Allianz Kings they were told that the insurance
did not cover the fault because the goods were
within the manufacturers two year warranty
period and a claim should in fact be made on this
Allianz Kings said that this is what Argos had
told them and there was no mention of the issue
of when the insurance was purchased The client
was annoyed at Argos for failing to rectify the
situation and identify who was responsible She
was also frustrated that she had been sold and
had begun to pay for insurance which appeared to
be useless and unnecessary at least for the two
years of the warranty
If you think that you have been similarly affected by
consumer issues and you would like help and advice
then please call in to your local Bureau or you could
also contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or
use their website at wwwconsumerdirectgovuk
Sports News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 23
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Attleborough High in the Beach Volleyball Tournament
Three teams from Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre were
entered into the first Norfolk Beach
volleyball Tournament on Great
Yarmouth central beach This was the first
volleyball competition the school has
entered and there was an air of excitement
after some good practice sessions
Two U16 boys teams from Attleborough
High were entered into the 15 strong
league
Team 1 consisting of Richard Adelugba
Daniel Dean Matthew Brookson and Joe
Whiterod took a while to get use to the
sand losing their first game against Notre
Dame 17-9 Communication and
technique improved dramatically and the
Attleborough team went on to win against
Alderman Peel team 2 (25-9) Great
Yarmouth team 2 (23-11) and Oriel team
3 (20-17) The whole team worked well
together with excellent serving and
committed dives shown by all particularly
Richard saw Attleborough Team 1 sail
through to the play-off
Team 2 from Attleborough High consisted
of Callum Langstaff Jake Horscroft
Matthew Miller and Daniel Thompson
Some excellent combination play between
Callum and Jake saw this team win their
first game against Lynn Grove 19-11
Matthew put in some excellent serves in
the second game and Daniel‟s athletic
dives saw another win against Alderman
Peel team 3 (24-18) This team lost focus a
little towards the end and lost their final
two games against Oriel team 1 and Great
Yarmouth team 3 With two big wins to
start the tournament Attleborough team 2
managed to come 2nd in their group and
go into the play-off‟s
Team 1 played two teams to battle it out
for 1st 2nd and 3rd place Confidence was
boosted with great combinations of dig
set and smash to gain a win over
Alderman Peel team 1 (17-14) Next was
the unbeaten Oriel team 1 who always
took 3 touches to control and set up the
perfect smash was Attleborough found
hard to return
Final score here was 11-8 to Oriel
Attleborough Team 1 finished in 2nd
place out of 15 teams
Team 2 from AHS faced Notre Dame and
Oriel team 3 in their play-off and even
though excellent commitment was shown
to get even the slightest touch on the ball
two defeats left them in 6th place out of 15
One U16 girls team from Attleborough
High was entered consisting of Lauren
Willingham Annalise Gray Holly
Warren Ellie Philpott Sinead
Bollingbroke and Charlotte Ord The
girls team had 2 substitutes and took a
while to get use to the rotation of
positions The first game against
Alderman Peel 1 saw a closely contested
battle with some brilliant smashes from
Lauren but unfortunately the final
whistle blew at 17-16 to the opponents
With great determination and some
excellent set plays coming together from
Anna and Ellie the girls team went to
win three of their final games Caister
(19-16) Alderman Peel 4 (20-16) and
Lynn Grove (34-8)
Three out of four wins saw the
Attleborough High School girls through to
the grand final to play Notre Dame Even
though Sinead served brilliantly
throughout the team lost 48-21 leaving
Attleborough U16 girls to finish 2nd out
of 11 teams
Player from Watton United FC took
a break from the World Cup action
this month to try their hand on the
golf course at their 4th Annual Golf
Tournament on Friday 25th June
An impressive total of 23 x 4 man
teams competed this year The
competition comprised of 18 holes
under stableford rules with prizes
for the individual best score and
team score taking the best two
scores on each hole from each team
This year also saw the presentation
of the RICK NEAVE cup in
memory of Watton United‟s former
manager being awarded to the
highest scoring individual who has
played for Watton United FC and a
new award presented to the person
with the lowest overall round
The club were pleased to see a
number of current club members
taking part together with some
familar faces from the past including
ex Watton United Managers Tony
Shipp Bob Taylor and ex players
Andy Hunt Paul Jarvis Daryl
Woodward Andy Campbell and
Richard Spillman Ollie Applegate
Karl Pitcher all appearing in teams
for the first time
Winners were as follows
BEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE 1st B
Taylor (47 points) 2nd H Waters (46
points) 3rd D Rudling (45 points)gt
BEST TEAM SCORE 1st Team
Spillman (S Spillman R Spillman
D Rudling I Bonser (99 points) 2nd
Team Shipp (T Shipp G Rowlands
K Kitteridge T Lyons (97 points)
3rd Team Wordley (S Wordley R
Bailey P Legrice M Mace (95
points)
RICK NEAVE CUP Bob Taylor (47
Points)
LOWEST GROSS ROUND Paul
Matless (72 shots)
OTHER AWARDS Nearest The Pin
(Hole 3) - Jon Sproston Longest
Drive (Hole 9) - Stuart Livock
Longest Drive (Hole 13) - P Matless
Nearest The Pin (Hole 17) - Phil
Patience Wooden Spoon (Paul
Rayner)
The club would like to again extend
its thanks to thanks Simon Jessop at
Richmond Park Golf Club for
providing excellent hospitality
throughout the day and allowing the
club to put on this much needed
fundraiser each year Details of next
year‟s competition will available in
2011
Pictured are the winning team left to
right S Spillman D Rudling R
Spillman I Bonser
Watton Uniteds 4th Annual Golf Day
ST MARYrsquoS CHURCH WATTON
GRAND FETE amp CAR BOOT SALE
on the field next to St Maryrsquos Church Car Park Saturday 21st August from 900am to 100pm
Raffle ~ Games ~ Cakes ~ Refreshments Car boot places at pound4 per car no need to book Please contact the Parish Office 01953 881252
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 24 Sports News
Written estimates always provided Memorials supplied
Personal supervision Pre-Paid Funeral Plans available
Arrangements may be discussed in the privacy of your own home
Tel (01760) 440269 (24 hrs) Established over 60 years
FUNERAL DIRECTORS SERVING WATTON amp DISTRICT
WC LITTLEPROUD amp SON of BRADENHAM
lsquoA genuine family owned amp run business
offering a caring traditional amp affordable servicersquo
MID-NORFOLK TIMES The deadline for the September issue will be
12 Noon on the 16th August Page space is allocated strictly on a first come first served basis Deadline is the latest
date and time that copy will be considered for inclusion Arrival of copy before
deadline does not guarantee inclusion if you wish to be certain your entry gets to print
then please make sure it arrives in plenty of time
If you are submitting on paper you MUST sign and include your contact details
with each item If you do not the item will NOT be published
You can contact Julian by ringing (01953) 858908 You can write to 32 High
Street Watton IP25 6AE Or you can leave copy in the bin at Adcocks 32 High
Street Watton
The e-mail address is julianmidnorfolktimescom
All views expressed in the Mid-Norfolk Times are those of the contributors and
not the publishers While every care and effort has been taken to ensure accuracy
the publisher cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions
This issue of the Mid-Norfolk Times was published by Julian Horn 32 High Street Watton IP25 6AE and printed through
wwwquotemeprintcom 0845 1300 667
EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
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Has Your PC Slipped a Disc Netted a virus Mouse trapped and
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For all manner of computer repairs and support
Call Julian Horn on 01953 881885 ldquoSilver Surferrdquo support a speciality
SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEAS Hosted by St Maryrsquos Church in August
Sunday 15th August Christian Community Centre 230pm until 4pm All
welcome - please come along and bring family and friends
Watton United FC have begun
preparing for life in Anglian
Combination Division 1 by
appointing ex - Diss and Watton
player Paul Nicholls to assist with
training and match days whilst he
awaits his return to football from a
serious injury Manager Vince
Harwood has welcomed his return
to the club in a coaching capacity
and hopes his experience at a
higher level will improve the
young players currently at the club
Further changes behind the scenes
include the appointment of Ian
Hunt and Christian Hayward to
assist with running the reserve
team this season and they are
encouraging any new players to
attend training on Wednesday
nights at Watton Sports Centre
(7pm start)
The club has also arranged a number
of Preseason friendlies for the first
team all at home versus Watton
United 18s Dersingham Rovers
(Friday 6th August) and Thetford
Rovers (Wednesday 11th August)
kicking off at 645pm Their first
league fixture is a local derby away
at Wymondham Town on Tuesday
17th August
The reserves new management
team are looking forward to home
games against Thetford Rovers
Reserves (Wednesday 4th August)
and an unnamed team (Friday 13th
August) before their season starts
on Thursday 19th August away at
Mattishall Reserves All games
Kick off at 645pm
The club also have a number of
advertising opportunities available
this season with programme
adverts and advertising boards at
the ground all priced at pound50 for the
season Anyone interested should
contact Paul Woods on
07917361762 or email
infowattonunitedfccouk
Getting ready for the new season
For a small very rural bowls club
Ashill has exceeded all expectations
this year Our men reached the
quarterfinals of the Bales Cup and
Peter Bunn Colin Breeze Bob Hall
and Alan Willer reached the same
stage in the Norfolk County Fours The
men also lie 2nd in the Central North
Division just a half point behind
Thetford The ladies section not to be
outdone have also faired very well
Chris Bailey reaching the quarterfinals
of the County Unbadged Singles
before succumbing to an opponent
from Freethorpe she Inga Healy and
Jackie Taylor got to the quarterfinals of
the Coronation Cup and the latter two
and Sheila Malyon reached the semi-
finals of the County Triples before
being beaten by Diss at RG Carters
In the mixed competitions we
overcame Long Stratton Thetford and
Connaught (the latter two on their
home greens) to reach the semi-finals
of the Jermy Cup our opponents being
Freethorpe on Sunday 18th July at the
neutral green of Wymondham and just
recently we won the Coral Cup played
at Watton Bowls Club So far it has
been a very successful and enjoyable
season despite the vagaries of our
uncertain weather
Ashill Bowls Club minnows on a high
The sunny warm and dry weather
has turned parts of the course brown
but has made for some exciting golf
None more so than in the June
monthly medal when David Flack
playing off a handicap of 10 shot a
net 62 In the same competition
Martin Parker achieved a hole in 1
on the par three 12th hole which
made him very happy but led to a
large dent in his bank balance
Recent Stableford competition
winners were Tony Bonner Alan
Blythe Phil Barrall David Wakeford
and David Packard
Recent inter-club match results were
versus Eaton Away lost 2frac12 - 3frac12 V
Royal Cromer away lost 1frac12 - 4frac12 V
Costessey park at home lost 2frac12 -
3frac12 V Gt Yarmouth at home won
5frac12 - frac12
The Seniors Open was held on 1st
July and approx 50 players
representing 14 different clubs
played in a stableford competition It
was an excellent day enjoyed by all
and the winner was George Axten
from Kings Lynn A separate
competition for Richmond Park
members was won by David Adcock
Richmond Park Golf Club Senior Section
On Saturday 21st August at Ashill
rectory Garden there will be a Fun
BBQ from 4pm to 8pm Tickets are
just pound5 for adults and pound250 for
children and include BBQ Salads
and delicious desserts
We hope to raise enough money at
this event to fund another year of
education for children in Uganda
who we have supported for six years
Tickets are available from Ann Bunn
on 01760 440 150
Fun Barbecue for Ugandan Children
The Annual Summer Show will
be held on SATURDAY
AUGUST 7trade This is an
opportunity for residents of
Rocklands and the surrounding
area to exhibit Fruit and
Vegetables Flowers Cookery
Art and Handicrafts and for the
children to show off their skills
in various classes
Entries for the show are
accepted between 9am and
12noon with judging
commencing at 1pm Doors are
open to the public at approx
330pm Show Schedules are
available from Post Office
Stores Rocklands or Margaret
Lister
If you feel you would like to
take part in our Summer Show
and would like more
information contact Margaret
Lister on 01953 483417
Annual Summer Show at Rocklands
Celebrations Celebrations You are all warmly invited to join
us at Choral Evensong at St
Mary‟s Church Watton on
Sunday 1st August at 530pm for
a special service of prayer and
beautiful church music and
afterwards for tea and cake
This is a celebration as our church
choir is one of 67 choirs affiliated
to the Royal School of Church
Music in Norfolk
Do come and enjoy the music and
see for yourselves You may
even want to join us We are
always happy to welcome new
members to the Choir
Goods amp services - warranties Repairs for goods can be expensive and it is very
important that warranties provide adequate
protection Unfortunately Citizens‟ Advice Bureaux
continue to hear about clients whose warranties
have not been honoured Here are some of the cases
dealt with by Bureaux throughout the country
Bishops Waltham reported that a woman had
purchased a buggy for pound150 at Babies R Us in
May 2009 She noticed that the elbow joints were
becoming loose and she believed this was
dangerous as it could pinch a child‟s fingers She
took it back to Babies R Us in January 2010 and
they sent it back to the manufacturer which
returned it and stated that the bolts had been
tightened (despite the fact that the joints were
riveted not bolted) The elbow joints did initially
seem tighter but the problem soon reappeared and
so the client took the buggy back again and
complained Babies R Us refused to replace the
buggy but sent it to their quality assurance
department which stated that the problem was due
to wear and tear She asked to see the manager
and explained that the buggy was within the
warranty period and that she was most unhappy
that her child was in danger every time she used
it The manager walked away and would not
discuss it Other customers came up to her in the
store and said they had had similar experiences
Southend saw a man who had bought a second
hand van for about pound4000 from The Van Centre
He had taken it back to the trader twice within six
weeks of purchasing it because the engine kept
cutting out and the client believed it was not safe
to drive Despite the fact that the van was covered
by warranty The Van Centre refused to rectify
the problems The client was frustrated at having
been sold a faulty van and very annoyed that he
received no help when he returned it He was also
very anxious and worried about the safety of the
vehicle especially as he had two children who
travel with him at times
Sometimes failure to honour a warranty is
compounded by other unfair trading practices such
as pressure to upgrade the faulty goods to a more
expensive version or mis-selling of inappropriate or
unnecessary insurance Ash told us about a client
who had problems with a secondhand vehicle She
had purchased a car with a warranty from a local
dealer using a hire purchase agreement In the first
12 months the car suffered repeated electrical
problems which the dealer was unable to resolve
The offer of a courtesy car was not honoured
resulting in additional expense for the client When
the client refused to drive the car again the dealer
encouraged her to exchange it for a newer model
and refinance The client agreed but the finance was
refused as a result of a poor credit rating The client
was left locked in a finance agreement for a car
which she considered unroadworthy despite the fact
that it was under warranty
Southend saw a woman who had purchased a
treadmill from Argos for pound29999 Four months
later she purchased breakdown insurance for pound44
However when the equipment needed repairing
she was told by Argos that the insurance was not
valid because it was taken out more than 45 days
after purchase She was given a handwritten note
saying that the claim was rejected by the insurer
Allianz Kings for this reason and was told that
she could ask them to refund her premium No
other remedy was offered When the adviser rang
Allianz Kings they were told that the insurance
did not cover the fault because the goods were
within the manufacturers two year warranty
period and a claim should in fact be made on this
Allianz Kings said that this is what Argos had
told them and there was no mention of the issue
of when the insurance was purchased The client
was annoyed at Argos for failing to rectify the
situation and identify who was responsible She
was also frustrated that she had been sold and
had begun to pay for insurance which appeared to
be useless and unnecessary at least for the two
years of the warranty
If you think that you have been similarly affected by
consumer issues and you would like help and advice
then please call in to your local Bureau or you could
also contact Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 or
use their website at wwwconsumerdirectgovuk
Sports News Mid-Norfolk Times Page 23
Petrified of Your Computer You donrsquot need to be
Ring Lesley Horn For 1 to 1 beginnerrsquos support in your own home
Friendly patient and knowledgeable help with using your computer to find things on the Internet email your family amp
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TelephoneFax 01953 883488 55 High Street Watton
For quality out of print books Fine Bindings and Collectable Editions New Books including local and childrenrsquos classics
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Attleborough High in the Beach Volleyball Tournament
Three teams from Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre were
entered into the first Norfolk Beach
volleyball Tournament on Great
Yarmouth central beach This was the first
volleyball competition the school has
entered and there was an air of excitement
after some good practice sessions
Two U16 boys teams from Attleborough
High were entered into the 15 strong
league
Team 1 consisting of Richard Adelugba
Daniel Dean Matthew Brookson and Joe
Whiterod took a while to get use to the
sand losing their first game against Notre
Dame 17-9 Communication and
technique improved dramatically and the
Attleborough team went on to win against
Alderman Peel team 2 (25-9) Great
Yarmouth team 2 (23-11) and Oriel team
3 (20-17) The whole team worked well
together with excellent serving and
committed dives shown by all particularly
Richard saw Attleborough Team 1 sail
through to the play-off
Team 2 from Attleborough High consisted
of Callum Langstaff Jake Horscroft
Matthew Miller and Daniel Thompson
Some excellent combination play between
Callum and Jake saw this team win their
first game against Lynn Grove 19-11
Matthew put in some excellent serves in
the second game and Daniel‟s athletic
dives saw another win against Alderman
Peel team 3 (24-18) This team lost focus a
little towards the end and lost their final
two games against Oriel team 1 and Great
Yarmouth team 3 With two big wins to
start the tournament Attleborough team 2
managed to come 2nd in their group and
go into the play-off‟s
Team 1 played two teams to battle it out
for 1st 2nd and 3rd place Confidence was
boosted with great combinations of dig
set and smash to gain a win over
Alderman Peel team 1 (17-14) Next was
the unbeaten Oriel team 1 who always
took 3 touches to control and set up the
perfect smash was Attleborough found
hard to return
Final score here was 11-8 to Oriel
Attleborough Team 1 finished in 2nd
place out of 15 teams
Team 2 from AHS faced Notre Dame and
Oriel team 3 in their play-off and even
though excellent commitment was shown
to get even the slightest touch on the ball
two defeats left them in 6th place out of 15
One U16 girls team from Attleborough
High was entered consisting of Lauren
Willingham Annalise Gray Holly
Warren Ellie Philpott Sinead
Bollingbroke and Charlotte Ord The
girls team had 2 substitutes and took a
while to get use to the rotation of
positions The first game against
Alderman Peel 1 saw a closely contested
battle with some brilliant smashes from
Lauren but unfortunately the final
whistle blew at 17-16 to the opponents
With great determination and some
excellent set plays coming together from
Anna and Ellie the girls team went to
win three of their final games Caister
(19-16) Alderman Peel 4 (20-16) and
Lynn Grove (34-8)
Three out of four wins saw the
Attleborough High School girls through to
the grand final to play Notre Dame Even
though Sinead served brilliantly
throughout the team lost 48-21 leaving
Attleborough U16 girls to finish 2nd out
of 11 teams
Player from Watton United FC took
a break from the World Cup action
this month to try their hand on the
golf course at their 4th Annual Golf
Tournament on Friday 25th June
An impressive total of 23 x 4 man
teams competed this year The
competition comprised of 18 holes
under stableford rules with prizes
for the individual best score and
team score taking the best two
scores on each hole from each team
This year also saw the presentation
of the RICK NEAVE cup in
memory of Watton United‟s former
manager being awarded to the
highest scoring individual who has
played for Watton United FC and a
new award presented to the person
with the lowest overall round
The club were pleased to see a
number of current club members
taking part together with some
familar faces from the past including
ex Watton United Managers Tony
Shipp Bob Taylor and ex players
Andy Hunt Paul Jarvis Daryl
Woodward Andy Campbell and
Richard Spillman Ollie Applegate
Karl Pitcher all appearing in teams
for the first time
Winners were as follows
BEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE 1st B
Taylor (47 points) 2nd H Waters (46
points) 3rd D Rudling (45 points)gt
BEST TEAM SCORE 1st Team
Spillman (S Spillman R Spillman
D Rudling I Bonser (99 points) 2nd
Team Shipp (T Shipp G Rowlands
K Kitteridge T Lyons (97 points)
3rd Team Wordley (S Wordley R
Bailey P Legrice M Mace (95
points)
RICK NEAVE CUP Bob Taylor (47
Points)
LOWEST GROSS ROUND Paul
Matless (72 shots)
OTHER AWARDS Nearest The Pin
(Hole 3) - Jon Sproston Longest
Drive (Hole 9) - Stuart Livock
Longest Drive (Hole 13) - P Matless
Nearest The Pin (Hole 17) - Phil
Patience Wooden Spoon (Paul
Rayner)
The club would like to again extend
its thanks to thanks Simon Jessop at
Richmond Park Golf Club for
providing excellent hospitality
throughout the day and allowing the
club to put on this much needed
fundraiser each year Details of next
year‟s competition will available in
2011
Pictured are the winning team left to
right S Spillman D Rudling R
Spillman I Bonser
Watton Uniteds 4th Annual Golf Day
ST MARYrsquoS CHURCH WATTON
GRAND FETE amp CAR BOOT SALE
on the field next to St Maryrsquos Church Car Park Saturday 21st August from 900am to 100pm
Raffle ~ Games ~ Cakes ~ Refreshments Car boot places at pound4 per car no need to book Please contact the Parish Office 01953 881252
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 24 Sports News
Written estimates always provided Memorials supplied
Personal supervision Pre-Paid Funeral Plans available
Arrangements may be discussed in the privacy of your own home
Tel (01760) 440269 (24 hrs) Established over 60 years
FUNERAL DIRECTORS SERVING WATTON amp DISTRICT
WC LITTLEPROUD amp SON of BRADENHAM
lsquoA genuine family owned amp run business
offering a caring traditional amp affordable servicersquo
MID-NORFOLK TIMES The deadline for the September issue will be
12 Noon on the 16th August Page space is allocated strictly on a first come first served basis Deadline is the latest
date and time that copy will be considered for inclusion Arrival of copy before
deadline does not guarantee inclusion if you wish to be certain your entry gets to print
then please make sure it arrives in plenty of time
If you are submitting on paper you MUST sign and include your contact details
with each item If you do not the item will NOT be published
You can contact Julian by ringing (01953) 858908 You can write to 32 High
Street Watton IP25 6AE Or you can leave copy in the bin at Adcocks 32 High
Street Watton
The e-mail address is julianmidnorfolktimescom
All views expressed in the Mid-Norfolk Times are those of the contributors and
not the publishers While every care and effort has been taken to ensure accuracy
the publisher cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions
This issue of the Mid-Norfolk Times was published by Julian Horn 32 High Street Watton IP25 6AE and printed through
wwwquotemeprintcom 0845 1300 667
EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
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Attleborough High in the Beach Volleyball Tournament
Three teams from Attleborough High
School and Sixth Form Centre were
entered into the first Norfolk Beach
volleyball Tournament on Great
Yarmouth central beach This was the first
volleyball competition the school has
entered and there was an air of excitement
after some good practice sessions
Two U16 boys teams from Attleborough
High were entered into the 15 strong
league
Team 1 consisting of Richard Adelugba
Daniel Dean Matthew Brookson and Joe
Whiterod took a while to get use to the
sand losing their first game against Notre
Dame 17-9 Communication and
technique improved dramatically and the
Attleborough team went on to win against
Alderman Peel team 2 (25-9) Great
Yarmouth team 2 (23-11) and Oriel team
3 (20-17) The whole team worked well
together with excellent serving and
committed dives shown by all particularly
Richard saw Attleborough Team 1 sail
through to the play-off
Team 2 from Attleborough High consisted
of Callum Langstaff Jake Horscroft
Matthew Miller and Daniel Thompson
Some excellent combination play between
Callum and Jake saw this team win their
first game against Lynn Grove 19-11
Matthew put in some excellent serves in
the second game and Daniel‟s athletic
dives saw another win against Alderman
Peel team 3 (24-18) This team lost focus a
little towards the end and lost their final
two games against Oriel team 1 and Great
Yarmouth team 3 With two big wins to
start the tournament Attleborough team 2
managed to come 2nd in their group and
go into the play-off‟s
Team 1 played two teams to battle it out
for 1st 2nd and 3rd place Confidence was
boosted with great combinations of dig
set and smash to gain a win over
Alderman Peel team 1 (17-14) Next was
the unbeaten Oriel team 1 who always
took 3 touches to control and set up the
perfect smash was Attleborough found
hard to return
Final score here was 11-8 to Oriel
Attleborough Team 1 finished in 2nd
place out of 15 teams
Team 2 from AHS faced Notre Dame and
Oriel team 3 in their play-off and even
though excellent commitment was shown
to get even the slightest touch on the ball
two defeats left them in 6th place out of 15
One U16 girls team from Attleborough
High was entered consisting of Lauren
Willingham Annalise Gray Holly
Warren Ellie Philpott Sinead
Bollingbroke and Charlotte Ord The
girls team had 2 substitutes and took a
while to get use to the rotation of
positions The first game against
Alderman Peel 1 saw a closely contested
battle with some brilliant smashes from
Lauren but unfortunately the final
whistle blew at 17-16 to the opponents
With great determination and some
excellent set plays coming together from
Anna and Ellie the girls team went to
win three of their final games Caister
(19-16) Alderman Peel 4 (20-16) and
Lynn Grove (34-8)
Three out of four wins saw the
Attleborough High School girls through to
the grand final to play Notre Dame Even
though Sinead served brilliantly
throughout the team lost 48-21 leaving
Attleborough U16 girls to finish 2nd out
of 11 teams
Player from Watton United FC took
a break from the World Cup action
this month to try their hand on the
golf course at their 4th Annual Golf
Tournament on Friday 25th June
An impressive total of 23 x 4 man
teams competed this year The
competition comprised of 18 holes
under stableford rules with prizes
for the individual best score and
team score taking the best two
scores on each hole from each team
This year also saw the presentation
of the RICK NEAVE cup in
memory of Watton United‟s former
manager being awarded to the
highest scoring individual who has
played for Watton United FC and a
new award presented to the person
with the lowest overall round
The club were pleased to see a
number of current club members
taking part together with some
familar faces from the past including
ex Watton United Managers Tony
Shipp Bob Taylor and ex players
Andy Hunt Paul Jarvis Daryl
Woodward Andy Campbell and
Richard Spillman Ollie Applegate
Karl Pitcher all appearing in teams
for the first time
Winners were as follows
BEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE 1st B
Taylor (47 points) 2nd H Waters (46
points) 3rd D Rudling (45 points)gt
BEST TEAM SCORE 1st Team
Spillman (S Spillman R Spillman
D Rudling I Bonser (99 points) 2nd
Team Shipp (T Shipp G Rowlands
K Kitteridge T Lyons (97 points)
3rd Team Wordley (S Wordley R
Bailey P Legrice M Mace (95
points)
RICK NEAVE CUP Bob Taylor (47
Points)
LOWEST GROSS ROUND Paul
Matless (72 shots)
OTHER AWARDS Nearest The Pin
(Hole 3) - Jon Sproston Longest
Drive (Hole 9) - Stuart Livock
Longest Drive (Hole 13) - P Matless
Nearest The Pin (Hole 17) - Phil
Patience Wooden Spoon (Paul
Rayner)
The club would like to again extend
its thanks to thanks Simon Jessop at
Richmond Park Golf Club for
providing excellent hospitality
throughout the day and allowing the
club to put on this much needed
fundraiser each year Details of next
year‟s competition will available in
2011
Pictured are the winning team left to
right S Spillman D Rudling R
Spillman I Bonser
Watton Uniteds 4th Annual Golf Day
ST MARYrsquoS CHURCH WATTON
GRAND FETE amp CAR BOOT SALE
on the field next to St Maryrsquos Church Car Park Saturday 21st August from 900am to 100pm
Raffle ~ Games ~ Cakes ~ Refreshments Car boot places at pound4 per car no need to book Please contact the Parish Office 01953 881252
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Mid-Norfolk Times Page 24 Sports News
Written estimates always provided Memorials supplied
Personal supervision Pre-Paid Funeral Plans available
Arrangements may be discussed in the privacy of your own home
Tel (01760) 440269 (24 hrs) Established over 60 years
FUNERAL DIRECTORS SERVING WATTON amp DISTRICT
WC LITTLEPROUD amp SON of BRADENHAM
lsquoA genuine family owned amp run business
offering a caring traditional amp affordable servicersquo
MID-NORFOLK TIMES The deadline for the September issue will be
12 Noon on the 16th August Page space is allocated strictly on a first come first served basis Deadline is the latest
date and time that copy will be considered for inclusion Arrival of copy before
deadline does not guarantee inclusion if you wish to be certain your entry gets to print
then please make sure it arrives in plenty of time
If you are submitting on paper you MUST sign and include your contact details
with each item If you do not the item will NOT be published
You can contact Julian by ringing (01953) 858908 You can write to 32 High
Street Watton IP25 6AE Or you can leave copy in the bin at Adcocks 32 High
Street Watton
The e-mail address is julianmidnorfolktimescom
All views expressed in the Mid-Norfolk Times are those of the contributors and
not the publishers While every care and effort has been taken to ensure accuracy
the publisher cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions
This issue of the Mid-Norfolk Times was published by Julian Horn 32 High Street Watton IP25 6AE and printed through
wwwquotemeprintcom 0845 1300 667
EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied
Mid-Norfolk Times Page 24 Sports News
Written estimates always provided Memorials supplied
Personal supervision Pre-Paid Funeral Plans available
Arrangements may be discussed in the privacy of your own home
Tel (01760) 440269 (24 hrs) Established over 60 years
FUNERAL DIRECTORS SERVING WATTON amp DISTRICT
WC LITTLEPROUD amp SON of BRADENHAM
lsquoA genuine family owned amp run business
offering a caring traditional amp affordable servicersquo
MID-NORFOLK TIMES The deadline for the September issue will be
12 Noon on the 16th August Page space is allocated strictly on a first come first served basis Deadline is the latest
date and time that copy will be considered for inclusion Arrival of copy before
deadline does not guarantee inclusion if you wish to be certain your entry gets to print
then please make sure it arrives in plenty of time
If you are submitting on paper you MUST sign and include your contact details
with each item If you do not the item will NOT be published
You can contact Julian by ringing (01953) 858908 You can write to 32 High
Street Watton IP25 6AE Or you can leave copy in the bin at Adcocks 32 High
Street Watton
The e-mail address is julianmidnorfolktimescom
All views expressed in the Mid-Norfolk Times are those of the contributors and
not the publishers While every care and effort has been taken to ensure accuracy
the publisher cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions
This issue of the Mid-Norfolk Times was published by Julian Horn 32 High Street Watton IP25 6AE and printed through
wwwquotemeprintcom 0845 1300 667
EVENTS DIARY ACC = Ashill Community Centre Hale Road Ashill Watton CCC = Watton Christian Community Centre Wells CCC = Wells Cole Community Centre
Saham AHG = Attleborough Heritage Group AGC Ashill Garden Club ADHS = Attleborough amp District Horticultural Society BDHS = Bradenham amp
District Horticultural Society BFGC = Breckland Flower amp Garden Club EHGC East Harling Gardening Club GHGC Gt Hockham Gardening Club
OGC = Ovington Garden Club
August Sun 1st Wayland Show Brandon Road Watton
A true traditional Agricultural Show
Sun 1st Choral Evensong at St Mary‟s Watton See article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Pavilion Summer Fete 10 - 430 See ad
Sat 7th Annual Summer Show at Rocklands See Article
Sat 7th Holme Hale Summer Fete 10 - 430pm Advert
Sat 7th to Saturday 21st Mixed Media Summer Art Exhibition
At the Dragonfly Gallery See article
Thurs 12th Loch Neaton AGM - See art
Sun15th Cream teas at the Willows in Carbrooke See article
Tues 17th Peru by Robin Horn for 1st Saham Brownies See Art
Sat 21st Grand Fete amp Car Boot St Mary‟s Watton See Ad
Sat 21st Fun BBQ for Ugandan Children at Ashill See Art
Sun 22nd Girlguiding Fun Day See advert
Sun 22nd 630pm St Mary‟s Church Watton Praise with Shine
Mon 23rd to 27th Children‟s Summer Music Club St Mary‟s
Watton See advert for full details
Mon 30th Rocklands Art amp Craft Fair - See front page ad
September Wed 1st Textile amp Art Exhibition at St Andrew‟s Church
Sat 4th Hingham See article
Sat 4th Texan BBQ and Rodeo () Carbrooke Village Hall in aid
Of Kathmandu Orphanage See article
Wed 15th Inner Wheel Lunchtime Concert See Ad
Fri 17th Jazz at St Margaret‟s Breckles See article
Sat 18th Heritage Cyder Evening at Attleborough See Front Page
Sat 27th Wayland Partnership‟s Autumn Craft Fair - See article
Manor Lake Rockland St Peter Fishing for carp tench rudd roach perch and pike Season Tickets pound100 for the year to include day and night fishing Season Tickets for over 65 pound7500 Very peaceful location Maximum of two rods to be fished at any one time A memberrsquos guest may fish one of the rods Ring Stephen Burroughes on 01953 483226 to view
East Harling knocks the opposition for six
Youngsters from East Harling primary
school batted and bowled their way to
glory in the Breckland Cricket Festival
Final held at Old Buckenham Cricket Club
Taking part in the inaugural tournament the
team faced stiff competition from fellow
finalists Old Buckenham and Beetley A
combined effort of outstanding bowling
agile fielding and fine stroke play saw
East Harling triumph in three out of four of
their matches to seal the trophy In a
closely fought final under the impressive
captaincy of Samuel Neal a collective
effort saw the team to victory
500 pupils from eight primary schools in
the district including Watton Necton
Mattishall Thomas Bullock in Shipdham
and Admirals Junior in Thetford
participated in the Festival which began in
April Pupils were given eight hours of
high quality tuition from Norfolk Cricket
Board coaches The lessons were attended
by teachers who will carry on supporting
the children to develop their skills
The Cricket Festival project was organised
and funded by Breckland Council in
partnership with Norfolk Cricket Board
(NCB) and the School Sports Partnerships
The Council and the NCB has forged
strong links with each school and their
local cricket club to provide the pupils with
a developmental route should they wish to
continue improving their cricket skills and
are keen to extend the Festival next
summer and encourage more schools to
take part
Adrian Stasiak Breckland Council
Executive Member for Communities and
Benefits said ldquoThe project has been a
fantastic example of partnership working
We have a host of high quality cricket
clubs in our district and by linking these
with the local primary school and coaches
from the Norfolk Cricket Board this has
not only provided the children in our area
with high quality cricket coaching but also
the clubs with access to stars and members
of the futurerdquo
The winning team from East Harling Back row L to R Hayden South Alex Garwood Ewan Ford Ollie Tarft Georgina Dunkinson Lydia Ward and Dominic Johnson Front row Josh Samuel Capt Samuel Neal and Callum Bray
WISSEY CUP The format of
this competition is a mixed pairs
unique greensomes This year it
was played on an extremely hot
Friday afternoon with a meal and
the presentation of the trophy
directly after the game 24 people
played and the worthy winners
were Chris amp Rod Whyatt with an
excellent 45 pts (pictured right)
The ladies have also played
friendly and league matches with
varying success and the mixed
friendly matches always prove to
be popular and well supported
SHIRLEYS SHIELD This
competition is only for ladies with
a handicap of 36 and is played as
a stableford The winner was Mrs
Diana Davies with 29pts The rest
of the ladies played a normal
stableford competition and the
results were as follows Div 1
Maureen Flack 37 pts Div 2
Yvonne Shaw 33 pts
This time of year is full of cup
competitions for the ladies and
another trophy played for was the
Curtis Cup The winner was Mrs
Lesley Matthews with 38 pts and
runner up was Mrs Margaret
Orchard with 37 pts
JULY MEDAL Div 1 Maureen
Flack 93-20-73 Div 2 Chris
Bailey 102-29-73 Div 3 Geraldine
Stammers 117-36-81
Richmond Park Golf Club Ladies Section
Picture Supplied
Picture Supplied