ISSN 2051-6940

ISSUE 086 The

13th May 2016 to
26th MAY 2016.

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Norfolk Removals NR11

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Tel: 07801

Bronze success for Paston

students in Chemistry
Olympiad.
Once again Paston Sixth Form College chemistry students
showed they could
compete at the highest
levels in the 2016
Royal Society of
Chemistry Olympiad.
Two students (Peter
Setchfield and Jamie
Spooner) entered
the competition and
both gained Bronze
certificates. Peter
Setchfield was one
mark off a silver award.
The questions are
so challenging that
scoring any marks at
all is considered an
achievement worthy of
a certificate.
This years questions
ranged from a chemical
system for storing
energy, the chemistry
of tungsten and the
complicated synthesis of a drug. Students have to apply their
skills and knowledge to unusual problems, a skill which the RSC
is keen to develop amongst our A level students and which will
stand them in good stead on the demanding science university
courses Paston students aim for.

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Cromer Sea Defence Work

Comes To A Close

Work to help protect Cromer from rising sea levels and potential
storm damage has come to a close more than two years after it
started on site in January 2014.

The 8million pound scheme, carried out by contractors

VolkerStevin, was increased significantly to include repairs
to the sea defences and foreshore infrastructure caused by the
exceptional storm surge of Dec 2013.
With a pause for the summer seasons (end of April to end of
September 2014 and 2015) the focus has been on ensuring
Cromer Promenade, the sea defence foundations, walls and
groynes are strong enough to help protect the town for future
years.

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FROM THE EDITOR.

What wonderful weather we have been enjoying

here in North Norfolk
Hopefully the sun will shine on us as we enjoy
the Crab and Lobster festival in Cromer and
Sheringham next weekend
I am heading for the food and fun to be had in
Cromer on Sat 21st, firstly at Evington Lawns just
behind Julios cafe( this excellent cafe supplies the electricity for
the events on Evington Lawns). Full Programme on page 18.
Then on Sunday over to Sheringham for more great locally
sourced food, then to relax and listen to the fabulous Sheringham
Shantymen in the Lobster Pots gardens.
The Art Trail is a great way to explore this area, not just during
the festival but throughout the summer.
The Beach Huts can be found from North Repps Cottage Hotel
to the east of Cromer across to the west side of Sheringham,
Miramar Vets(whose team are competing in Norwich Pretty
Muddy on 14May, raising funds for Cancer Research Uk
check out Miramars Facebook page and get supporting their
marvellous efforts) and many places in between pick up a copy of
the trail at Cromer Information Centre.
Enjoy this wonderful part of England, please send me your
photos of your fun and we will try to reproduce some here in
Crab Tales.
Enjoy your Crabtales.

Liz.

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Tourist Info-Cromer......01263 512 497
Travel Enquiries............08712 002 233
National Express...........08705 808 080
Rail Enquiries................08457 484 950
Veterinary Surgeon.......01263 822 293
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POLICE..........................0845 456 4567
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Letters e-mail to: king495@btinternet.co OR

Drop off at: K Hardware, Church St. CROMER
Dear Editor,
I am motivated to write to express my dismay at the Childish and
unhelpful Political wranglings over the forthcoming Brexit Referendum.
Once again our elected officials have descended into self-indulgent
hyperbole leaving the public a mixture of afraid and confused.
I earnestly urge people to read up, attend debates and think about it, it is
important.
For myself when i look at the prospect of Donald Trump in America,
Putin in Russia and Little Kim in North Korea i cant help but feel that
we should stay part of the Europe Gang. I dont think its a good time to
go it alone.
Democracy means we get to vote but how much more is each vote
worth if it is cast by someone who has an informed opinion.
Mr J Thornton (Cromer)
All material is strictly copyright.
The views expressed in the CRAB TALES
are not necessarily those of the publishers or the Editor.
Material including letters may be edited. Published by The CRAB TALES.

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CROMER CARNIVAL 2016

ROYAL PARTY ANNOUNCED.

Miss Cromer, Joanna Anniston (pictured right)

was joined by her fellow royal party members for a
photocall on the Promenade above the pier.
Pictured are Left to Right, Sammy Armstrong,
Ebony Barratt, Trinity Sayer-Folley, Sian Clarke
and Ashley Beshir and Joanna Anniston.
Congratulations to all the party and we look forward
to seeing them
performing their
duties throughout
the Summer.
How things have
changed.

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Lifeboat Guild Say Many Thanks to Peggy

and Tony.

To Advertise in the MOST Popular Local

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The Cromer Ladies Lifeboat Guild annual

general meeting, held on 12th April 2016,
saw one of its long serving members and
her husband receive prestigious National
Awards in recognition of their long service
and outstanding contribution to RNLI
fundraising.
Retiring Committee Member, Mrs Peggy
Webster, received a Gold Badge certificate
and her husband, Cromer RNLI Station Chairman, Mr Tony Webster, received a Gold
Bar to his Gold Badge certificate. They will receive their Gold Badge and Gold Bar at a
special ceremony in Norwich, in September.
Peggy has been a member of the Guild for 28 years. She was a loyal, supportive
and enthusiastic committee member for many years before taking on roles of greater
responsibility. In 2006 she became Guild Chairman, taking over the role from Mrs
Daisy Spurgeon (now Honorary Life President) and then, on relinquishing her role as
Chairman in 2009, became the Publicity Officer. For several years, Peggy and Tony
hosted summer garden fetes at their home, enabling the Guild to raise further funds for
the RNLI. Although Peggy is now stepping down from her role on the Committee, she
continues to be a member of the Ladies Lifeboat Guild.
Tony has been an active member of the Cromer RNLI Station Crew for many years and
became the Station Chairman in 1978. He has worked tirelessly to ensure the successful
operation of the Cromer Lifeboat, as well as supporting the efforts of the Ladies Guild.
As well as celebrating their golden awards, earlier this year Peggy and Tony also
celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary. Congratulations were given and they
were wished many more happy years together.
The presentation ceremony was introduced by Mr John Davies, Cromer RNLI Coxswain
and the presentation of an engraved bowl, flowers and certificates were presented by
Mrs Beryl Mansell, Chairman of the Ladies Lifeboat Guild. After thanking the Guild
and the Crew for their support and camaraderie, Peggy invited everyone to help her and
Tony celebrate their Golden Wedding Anniversary with wine and canapes.

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WHERE CAN I GET MY CRAB TALES?

ALBY Service Station, Alby Horse Shoes Inn

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BACTON Bacton Fish & Chip Shop.
BANNINGHAM The Crown Pub / Post Office
BEESTON REGIS Mini Market
BODHAM Post Office
COLBY, SUFFIELD & TUTTINGTON Churches
CROMER Budgens, Council Offices, Country Club, Library,
Rainbow, Crossways,Tourist Info Centre, Food Fare,
Icarus Hines, K Hardware, Mill Rd Post Office, Morrisons,
Mary Janes , N & P, Spar Cliff Rd, No 1 Fish & chip shop
White Horse + 1,000 delivered in Town Centre.
EAST RUNTON East Runton Cafe, East Runton Stores.
INGWORTH Church GIMINGHAM Heather Lee
GRESHAM @ John Stibbons, Langdale
ITTERINGHAM Village Shop/ Withers Gallery
KNAPTON Elephant Playbarn, Church Porch & MADRA
LITTLE BARNINGHAM Village Hall
MUNDESLEY Crayford & Abbs, Country Pickings, Mace,
Manor House, Tescos,Tourist Information Centre,
Village Flower Shop,The Library & Medical Centre.
NORTH WALSHAM Sainsburys, Waitrose
NORTHREPPS Foundry Arms, Northrepps Cottage
OVERSTRAND Post Office,Central Stores,
Overstrand Garden Centre
ROUGHTON Jet / Post Office & Groveland
SHERINGHAM CAS Travel, Crown Inn, Library, Poppy
Line Railway Station Whistlestops, Tyneside Club.
SIDESTRAND Sidestrand Church

SOUTHREPPS Mace Shop, Vernon Arms

SUSTEAD from Mrs Jubb, Pear Tree Cottage
THORPE MARKET Church
TRIMINGHAM Woodlands Park & Church Porch
TRUNCH Corner Shop
WEST BECKHAM Wheatsheaf Public House
WEST RUNTON Spar P.O shop

SPOT THE CRAB

and win a Family Swim voucher from

SPLASH in Sheringham ( 2 Adults & 2

kids)

If you are under 12, tell us your name,

age and address, also in which advert
the Crab is hidden and the page number.

Please Note : Entries should be written by

the child themselves, at least their name.
OR - If you are a pensioner,
SPOT THE COD and win
TEA & CAKE FOR TWO
now at Julios cafe opposite

the bus station

YOUR NEXT
CRAB TALES
COMES OUT

MAY
27th

Hand in your Entry, with your name &

where you found the cod and the page
number please,
to: K. Hardware in Cromer, or post it to:
Water Tower Farm, Middle Street.
Trimingham. NR11 8EA
before the next issue comes out.
The first entry out of the hat wins !
The winner of Spot the Crab in edition 084
was Miss Daisy Harvey of Necton who found
the crab on page 6 in the advert of The Duke
of Bacton
Mr Terry Woolnough of Stowmarket found
the cod on page 10 in the advert of The Pet
Stop of Cromer
Well done to both of them

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Adult Education Open Afternoon in

Cromer.
Merchants Place in Cromer will be the venue for an adult education
open afternoon on Tuesday 17th May, 2pm-5pm. Norfolk Community
Learning Services (NCLS) formerly Adult Education in conjunction
with Merchants Place are hosting the event which gives adults the
opportunity to find out about the range of courses on offer.

NCLS said, we host a variety of courses, creative arts courses

are taught by professionals in their field and include; creative
writing, photography, sculpture and silver-smithing amongst
others. Maybe you are interested in modern languages or an IT
or accountancy qualification or wish to improve your Maths and
English whatever your interest come along and find out more.
Its also an excellent chance to see what Merchants Place has to offer
If youre a North Norfolk resident, longstanding or recently arrived,
Merchants Place can help you access advice, learning opportunities,
community groups, local events and much more!
They also hire our rooms and office desk space to local groups and
businesses which can be tailored to your needs.

Why not take advantage of this great local rescource.

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Drawn-Together: The Art of Having

Fun
Children are invited to come and join artist Kirsty OLearyLeeson create Roald Dahl and Illustration inspired artworks at her
Big Friendly Art Club at Cromer and North Walsham Libraries
after school in June and July (dates below). The workshops are
lottery funded with all materials and very importantly squash
and biscuits provided free of charge. Last year Kirsty received
lottery funding to run a variety of local art workshops, and Crab
tales went along to see one that was running at Cromer Junior
school, where artistry, creativity and fun were in full swing; she
is thrilled to have received another grant this year and is working
with the libraries, in conjunction with their Summer reading
challenge, to inspire young people to discover the books of Roald
Dahl and the weird and wonderful creatures and characters that
inhabit them.

Half Term Drop In sessions Everyone Welcome

Cromer Library: Wednesday 1st
June, 10am - 12pm
N Walsham Library: Thursday 2nd
June, 10am - 12pm
After School Big Friendly Art Club 7 yrs and upwards
Cromer Library: Mondays 6th June
to 11th July inclusive, 3.45 to 5.45
pm
N Walsham Library: Thursdays 9th
to 14th July inclusive, 3.45 to 5.45
pm

There will be craft sessions where the bugs from Jamess Giant
Peach will come to life and BFG inspired Dream Jars will be
made, as well as sessions where children will learn different
illustration techniques.
Another result of Kirstys contact with the National Lottery was
they approached her to submit a drawing for an exciting project
the Lottery is organising for Olympic Team GB athletes. When
our sports men and women are in their rooms at the Athletes
Village in Rio this summer, they will have an Olympic inspired
Colouring Book to help them relax, and Kirstys design has been
chosen to be included.
So North Norfolk readers are getting a sneak preview of it, before
any of the Olympians do!
For further information contact Kirsty on 07918520204,

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Panamania

Written by Miranda Marshall Director at Hayes + Storr

Trusts have received all sorts of bad press over the last few weeks. They have become
emblematic of underhand arrangements designed to deprive HM Treasury of their dues
by those more than able to pay.
Let us examine some of the common misunderstandings.

Trusts are only for the wealthy: Wrong.

Trusts are a way of concealing the true ownership: Ah well, there is more than
a grain of truth in this; but the purpose of setting up a trust is often primarily protective
and is usually with the best intentions.

Trusts are for avoiding tax: Generally, this is not the case. Trusts have their own
tax system which, put simply, often taxes them as severely as the very highest earners. If
the income is paid out to beneficiaries, then usually they can claim back that higher rate
tax so the income they receive is taxed at the same level as their own income.
What is certain is that trusts are complicated and the law behind them is often
misunderstood or poorly grasped, including by financial journalists eager for a quick
headline.
So, why create a trust, if not for nefarious reasons?
The best and most frequent reason is to leave assets, often by Will on death, to children,
the young or financially-immature. This way the funds can be used to help with their
upbringing or education, at the discretion of those with their best interests at heart.
Often, the funds are held back until they reach not just 18 or 21 but more often 25. I
have seen vesting ages of as late as 30, where the parent or grandparent fears for the
child and/or there is much growing up to be done. In the meantime, the trustees can
make payments to or for the benefit of the eventual recipient.
Indeed, trusts can be a way of continuing to exercise control from the grave; but
usually with kind intentions.
Trusts are also a way of making gifts to those who are vulnerable so as to be able to
drip-feed funds to them throughout their life without making them ineligible for state
benefits.
Trusts can be managed so that beneficiaries with drink, drug or other difficulties, which
it is hoped they will in time overcome, can have the funds paid to them when they will
make better use of them.
The main use of trusts in tax planning is to pass assets on, without any reservation of
benefit by the giver, without losing control and without seeing the funds dissipated or
otherwise misused. This means that the gift can be made sooner than otherwise and it is
more likely therefore to pass tax free.
Trusts arose as a legal concept when the Crusaders left their
castles to others to look after whilst they went off to the Holy
Land and in case they didnt come back. Trusts have an
honourable English legal tradition and must continue to do so.
This article aims to supply general information, but it is not
intended to constitute advice. Every effort is made to ensure
that the law referred to is correct at the date of publication and
to avoid any statement which may mislead. However no duty
of care is assumed to any person and no liability is accepted for
any omission or inaccuracy. Always seek our specific advice.
If you require advice on this matter please contact Miranda on
01328 710210. If you require advice on any other legal matter
please telephone our Sheringham office on 01263 825959 or
email law.sheringham@hayes-storr.com.

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Medical Negligence

Richard Barr experienced clinical negligence solicitor

based in North Norfolk. Free preliminary consultation without
obligation (at your own home if you wish) Cases may be
taken on no win no fee
For more information and a fact sheet contact me on:

Scott-Moncrieff & Associates Ltd.

20 High Street
Cromer
Norfolk NR27 9HG

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RANDELLS FOOTCARE OPENS NEW HEALTHCARE CENTRE IN THE

HEART OF SHERINGHAM.

Completely renovated and equipped to the highest standards the old surgery and solicitors offices on the corner of Augusta Street and
Church Road Sheringham have been transformed by Randells Healthcare into a fantastic new suite of treatment rooms.
Along with employment this new facility will offer much more than just foot-care,
though it must be said Randells have led the way for many years with their seven
clinics successfully sharing their facilities with additional practitioners such as
Osteopaths, now they will provide a truly enhanced range of services.
Randell Footcare have been at the forefront of podiatry services in Norfolk for many
years providing first class foot-care to thousands of people of all ages and differing
problems. As well as routine podiatry they also have specialist skills in sports care,
so much so they keep our local premiership sides feet nice and healthy throughout
the season. But sports podiatry can be more than just foot ailments, in some cases
a specialist assessment from one of their podiatrists can help improve performance
regardless of the sport.
As well as the vast range of foot-care services the new Centre in Sheringham will host
new specialists including an Osteopath helping ease problems with backs, a team of Nurse specialists will have clinics providing
an exciting range of services including Botox treatments and travel support, whereas other practitioners will include Acupuncture,
Reflexology, a Life Coach, Counselling, a Nutritionist, Sports Therapy, a Hypnotherapist, and Holistic Massage with a Bowen
Technique specialist providing their enhanced services. Other therapists
and practitioners will add their skills in the future though at the moment
Randells are particularly seeking a Physiotherapist to join the team.
The new health centre provided by Randells Healthcare is unique in
offering so many services under the one roof and will no doubt enhance the
quality of life for many people in Sheringham and the surrounding area.
Company Director and Podiatrist Steve Randell said Im so thrilled we
are able tobring such a fantastic treatment centre to this wonderful town of
Sheringham and we all look forward to sharing our skills with our service
users. Becky Knowles Randells Business manager said though she has
been rushed off her feet getting everything together she is encouraged that
clinics were filling up fast.
The full range of treatments, services, and merchandise available from the
new centre can be found on their website; www.randellshealthcare.co.ukor
telephone; 01263 732959

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WEST RUNTON BEACH ONE STEP

CLOSER TO BLUE FLAG STATUS.

West Runton beach has been officially designated as a bathing water, a

key step on the way to winning sought-after Blue Flag status.
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has
announced today that West Runton has successfully passed the tests to
achieve the designation.

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Beaches and inland lakes that attract a large number of bathers can be
designated as bathing waters under the Bathing Water Directive. Water
quality at bathing waters is tested during the bathing season, which in
England runs from 15 May to 30 September.
Cllr Becky Palmer Cabinet Member for Leisure, said: The district is
very proud of its four Blue Flag beaches at Cromer, Sheringham, Sea
Palling and Mundesley.
The Blue Flag status helps both visitors and locals understand how
clean a beach and its waters are, as well as the high quality of facilities
provided. It is something which is recognised worldwide.
Bathing water designation is one of the crucial steps on the way to
winning Seaside Award status, and then Blue Flag status.
Cllr Sarah Butikofer, ward member for the Runtons, said: This is
fantastic news for local people, local business and visitors. The quality
of the beach warrants the designation, both in terms of its beautiful
visual appeal and in terms of its history. We have coachloads of young
people coming here on regular occasions to learn about the West Runton
Mammoth, the chalk reef and the Cromer Forest Bed.
The application for the designation was formally made by North Norfolk
District Council following a local consultation. Defra ran its own
consultation which was completed in March.
West Runton has RNLI Lifeguards operating from July to September,
public toilets at the bottom of the gangway, car parking, bus and rail
services, a caf by the gangway and other food outlets and shops in the
village. It also has a voluntary beach warden and a dog free area between
May 1 and September 30.

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Northrepps Primary School

pupils take a trip through
Norfolks WWI history

MUNDESLEY FALLEN
WW1
F. REG. MASON.

7054, Private, Reginald Frederick Mason, 1/9th Battalion, Durham, Light

Infantry.
Born in 1898 at Paston, son of John and Jemima Mason, living near the
vicarage, and by 1911, they were living at 2, St Olafs Terrace, Cliftonville,
Mundesley.
Reginald attested, 15/11/1915, at Norwich, initially joining the 4th Battalion
(Reserve) Norfolk Regiment (T), with a
number, 5270, allocated. Reginald was five feet
two inches tall weighed 7 stone with a chest
measurement of thirty three and half inches. He
embarked from Folkestone, 09/09/1916, with
the British Expeditionary Force for Boulogne,
France, and on the 30/10/16, he was posted to the
Durham Light Infantry. Reginald was killed in
action fighting at the Somme, 05/11/1916, aged
18 years.
Medals: British War Medal and Victory Medal.
These medals were sent to his parents in 1921,
they were living at Spinney Hill, Addlestone,
Redcar, Yorkshire.
Private, Reginald Frederick Mason has no known
resting place and he commemorated on the
Thiepval Memorial, Somme, France

Oak Class at Northrepps Primary School yesterday

(Tuesday) received certificates for completing the
Pillbox Trail across North Norfolk.
The trail takes in up to 14 First World War pillbox
gun emplacements positioned to defend the UK
from German invasion.
North Norfolk District Council Leader Cllr Tom
FitzPatrick and the Councils Chairman Annie
Claussen-Reynolds congratulated the pupils on
their achievement and gave them their Pillbox
Trail certificates.
Cllr FitzPatrick said: This is such an important
part of our nations and North Norfolks history,
and its great to get young people out and about
walking through history. On this trail you can
really imagine what it might have been like 100
years ago when our coast was threatened by
invasion.
At least 48 pillboxes were known to have been
built in Norfolk during the First World War, of
which 24 currently survive, the majority being in
North Norfolk.
Bethany Ann Waller, 8, who received a certificate,
said: It was really interesting visiting the
pillboxes. The soldiers must have been so brave.
They risked their lives to protect Britain.
The Pillbox Trail forms part of North Norfolks
World War I Centenary Commemorations 20142018 and offers a unique opportunity to visit and
view many of the remaining WWI pillboxes in
North Norfolk.
Cllr Claussen-Reynolds said: Were really
proud of our part in the World War I centenary
commemorations with the Pillbox Trail. These
vital events in history need to be remembered
and understood by new generations and Im so
pleased Oak Class walked the trail and saw North
Norfolks pillboxes and all they mean.

I Need a Forever Home

Im Conor. Im quite a lively boy.
Im 2 years old.
I need an active home, no little kids
please.
Could you adopt or foster me?
Home Check and Adoption Fees apply.
hayley@norfolkgreyhoundrescue.co.uk
07470 931758
www.norfolkgreyhoundrescue.co.uk

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A Walk on the Wild Side!

More Mundesley Mumblings.

Wow, we did it. We actually had a bank holiday weekend and managed almost all of it dry. And we even sneaked in some sunshine.
Amazing. I am sure I am not the only person who has welcomed at last a little warmth in the spring sunshine. Though we have had
our fair share of sun it has been down right chilly. The beach walks have been spectacular though. This weekend was marked by the
fact I saw more snakes in 2 days than I have seen in years. Saturday saw us walking around Holt country park and seeing not 1 but 2
Adders. An indigenous snake that I have to confess never having seen in real life.
On Bank holiday Monday however the prodigal son, husband and I ventured out to Martham to visit the Scarecrow festival and
village fair, and well I can only say it was a resounding success. Bravo to the organisers it was absolutely brilliant. The pics show
our son gingerly holding a 14-year-old female Boa Constrictor (it had definitely been fed as it had a bulge half way down!) which was
surprisingly docile. Thankfully the snake did not seem phased by being held by a Tiger. It is lovely to watch your child turn into a
real little monster right before your eyes. But back to the festival. There were all sorts of stalls, and even a fun fair. Along with the
de rigour tombolas which meant we dragged yet more soft toys home to add to the growing zoo we already have, but my real ale
drinking husband was gutted that all he won was a bottle of lager. Maybe the powers that be were telling him something? If nothing
else, it was worth the leg pull! The range of handy crafts, and also animal shelters was wide and varied. We got to stroke a tiny Fox
cub that had been rescued, a baby Hedgehog, and along with the Boa, there was an Owl, a Tortoise, a Crow amongst others, all we
needed was a pussy cat and a pea green boat! Not only that but we even managed to have the first Bar-B-Que of the year, and the
weather is set to turn positively balmy. There is something positively English about stoically sitting in the garden in various fleeces
and cardigans, stubbornly waiting for the food to cook. It was only when I realised that even the dog had given up the ghost and
gone indoors,and not even the promise of a sausage was enough to keep her out in the wind and cold. We struggled on until the wind
picked up and even the salad was being tossed out of the bowl. Never mind, we will get there.
However, I know its nearly summer when the harbinger of the summer months is the first roll up of the year at the bowls club in
Mundesley. This year it was a perfect afternoon, and the season is now in full swing. My mum has now joined the Bowls season
widows, though secretly it gives her a chance to do some things on her own but dont tell my Dad! There is something very
soothing about the sound of the players ribbing each other, the clack of the bowls every now and then. One of those sights and sounds
that takes me back to pass times of when I was a child, and even memories of village cricket, though that was marred by my uncle
batting splendidly and only spoiled by the fact I got whacked in the head by the cricket ball. Probably explains many things..
Looking ahead we now have the tourist
season starting in earnest and festivals
and events taking place all over the area.
Great news for us locals as we get to
take advantage of it all on our doorstep,
I wonder what adventures will be in
store for usOh and by the way
apparently Tigers drink the juice of a
thousand worms, something I was not
aware of and I am not really sure I had zoo
keeper added to my parenting CV! One
can only try

LORNE GREEN ELECTED

NORFOLK CRIME
COMMISSIONER.
Norfolk science fiction fans were
delighted to hear that Lorne Green had
been elected Norfolks next Police and
Crime Commissioner. With Commander
Adamma from Battlestar Galactica at the
helm Norfolk residents could feel safer
from criminals and Cylons.
Sadly it turns out that Lorne Green died
in 1987, quite aside from the fact that he
never expressed any interest in Norfolk
Politics.

One of these is Lorne Green our

new Crime Commissioner
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LOCAL SCULPTOR GIVES FREE

DEMONSTRATION.

Lesley Ash, the fantastic local Sculptor is giving a demonstration

of her techniques at St Margarets Church Thorpe Market on
Bank Holiday Monday, 30th May between two and four in the
afternoon.
Lesleys work involves clay or wood carving created from life
or photographs - clay projects are often moulded then cast in
bronze, iron, copper.
Lesley works in clay then makes a silicon mould and casts it in
a metal/resin mix that shines up just like bronze but at a tenth of
the cost.
Lesley likes to
sculpt children and
dogs and has done
dog portraits for
owners who have
already lost their
loved pets (from
photographs) and
others who think
of immortalising
their pets before the
inevitable happens.
On bank holiday she
will be modelling
a greyhound to
showcase her
methods and
techniques.

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What, When & Where All tel numbers are code: 01263 unless otherwise stated.
Aylsham

Bridge Club 7pm Fri 7.15pm t: 761 308

Broadland Junior Chess 8.30am term-time Sat. t: 735 740
Country Market each Friday 8.50-noon
Cricket Club indoor Sun 3-5pm t: 510 102
Evening WI 7.30pm 1st Thurs Town Hall.
Extend Over 60s Exercise Fridays Jubilee Family Centre
t: 01692 407 851
Farmers Market 9am-1pm 1st & 3rd Sat.
F.I.T. group 2nd & 4th Weds t: 731 177
Flower Club 2nd Wed 7.30pm Town Hall
Fitness Yoga/Pilates Tues & Thurs Friendship Hall t:
01692 538 569
Gym Club Fri 5pm. High School t: 576 609
Inspired Gardeners group. 2nd Thurs 10.30 - noon.
Methodist Church Hall. t:733 535.
Lammas KC Lodge ROAB Tues 8.15pm Sutton School
Of Dance, Mill Row.
Meditation Classes Thurs 12.30 -1.30pm Friends Meeting
House, Peggs Yard
Monday Stall Parish Church 8.30-noon
N. N. Mental Health Users & Carers Forum 2nd Weds
Jubilee Centre 1- 3.30pm.
RBL (Womens) 1st Mon Salvation Army Hall
N.N. Speakers Club 7pm alt.Wed High School t: 01692 402 662
Scalextric Club Presto Park Weds 7.15pm.t: 01603 754 319
Quaker Meetings Sun 10.30am Peggs Yard
Yoga Tues 7.30pm Peggs Yard. t: 732 426

Cromer

Age Concern Fri 10am The Cottage.

Air Training Corps 7pm Mon & Thurs, High School t: 515 452
Baptist Church 1st & 3rd Sat Coffee morning t: 576 524
Bridge (Duplicate) Mon 7pm t: 822 778
C.A.B. Appointments: t : 01692 405 847
Christian Fellowship Sun 10.30am former Gospel Hall t:
838 180
Diabetes UK 4thThurs 7.30pm Methodist Church Hall. t:
01692 405 492
Elderberries Badminton Mon & Fri afternoons at Cromer
Academy Sports Hall Contact Sheila 01263761142
Elderberries Short Mat Bowls Mon & Fri afternoons at Cromer
Academy Sports Hall Contact Sheila 01263761142
1st Suffield Park Guides 7pm.Weds. info: www.
girlguiding.org.uk/get_involved.aspx
Flower Club 7.20pm 3rd Mon Junior School. t: 513 408
Folk Dance Club 7.30pm Tues Community Hall t: 578 224
Garden Society 7.30pm 2nd Weds Community Hall t: 514 399
Hockey Club Mon under16 6.30pm Adults 7.15pm Sports
Centre t: 01692 404 440
Korean Martial Arts t: 07765 282 981
Lip reading classes Weds 1.30pm. Methodist Church Rooms
t: 0344 800 8020
N.N.Amateur Radio Group 9am. Thurs: 88 Central Road.
t:512 377 or 824 275
N & N Assoc.for Blind 9.30-1pm Tues Merchants Place.
N.N. Mencap Society Thurs 1pm Merchants Place. t: 578 116
Cromer Orchestra Monday 7-9 Belfry Arts Centre
Overstrand, contact Norman Moor 01263511600.
Parkinsons Disease Society 10.30am 2nd Wed of month
St. John Hall, Bond St.
R.E.M.E. 2pm. 1st Wed Halsey Hse t: 512 450
RBL 2pm 1st Wed. The Cottage t:510 146
RBL Womens Section 2.30pm 1st Thurs
Sing for Joy Group Thurs 10am. Community Centre. t: 570 117
St John Ambulance Adults Tues 7.30pm. Cadets Tues
5.45pm St John Hall, Bond St.
Taekwondo Sports Centre. t: 711 824
Tai Chi For Health Wed 2pm Community Centre t: 823 007
Tennis Club Sun, Weds & Fri t:513 741
The One Oclock Club over 60s.1pm Thurs. Barkers Herne.
W.I. 2nd Thurs 2 pm, Garden St.

Overstrand

Acorns Parent & Toddler Group 1.30pm Thurs (term-time)

Belfry School. t: 579 275.
Gardening Club 2.30pm 1st Tues Parish Hall t: 512350
Carpet Bowls 2.30pm Thurs. Parish Hall t: 833 369
Cromer Orchestra 7-9pm Belfry Arts Centre. t: 511 600
Railway Quilters & Craft Group 2nd & 4th Tues.10-12
Parish Hall t: 576 986
Strand Club 2nd Wed 2.30pm The Pavilion t: 579 433
W.I. 3rd Wed 7.30pm Parish Hall t: 834 242

Mundesley

Badminton Tues & Fri am: Coronation Hall. Tel: 722 835
Bowls Pavilion. Whist Drive : Tues,Wed & Fri 1.45pm t:
721815
Cafe Church 1st Weds 10.30am Church Rooms.
Carpet Bowls Mon 1.30pm Coronation Hall t: 720 344
Come & Meet Club 3rd Weds 11am. Royal Hotel t:720 558
Community Choir Tues 7.30pm Methodist Church t: 722 022
Craft Club 10am1st & 3rd Mon Coronation Hall. t 720 549
Creative Writing Group 1st Fri 2.15pm Library t:720 702
Knit & Natter Tues 4-5pm Library t:720 702
Library Mon & Sat:10-1pm,Tues 2-5.30pm Fri 10-1pm &
2-6.30pm. t: 720 702

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Luncheon Club for over 60s & disabled. Mon 12

2pm. Free Church.t:721 984.
MADRA t: 07734 689 978
RBL 4th Weds Haig Club. t: 722 238
RBL Womens 3rd Weds 1.45pm Coronation Hall t:721 021
Rhythm Club 8pm lst Mon. Oct - April The Ship t: 721 604
Scrabble Club Fri 2pm Church Rooms. t: 720 663 or 720 107
Table Tennis Thurs 7pm Coronation Hall t: 722 930
Village Cinema 7.30pm Coronation Hall 2nd Tues
Info: www.mundesley.org/film
W.I. 2nd Mon 7pm Church Rooms t: 720 744

North Walsham

AgeUK 4th Thurs 10am Drop in. Library t: 01692 402 482
Animal Magic Dog Club t: Kathy 720 730
Arthritis Care group - 3rd Thursday in the month at the
Community Centre North Walsham at 2.30pm. Tel 01263
722778 for information.
Beginners Tai Chi & Qigong. Tues St. Benets Hall.
Qigong 6.30pm. Tai Chi 7.30pm. t: 01603 466 120
Bipolar Self Help Group 3rd Thurs 2pm Saddlers Shop
t: 0854 434 9872
Charity Bingo Weds 8pm Community Centre.t: 01692 407 214
Extend Over 60s Exercise Mon. Methodist Church Hall
t: 01692 407 851
Judo Tues 7pm. Millfield Primary School. t: Hazel: 579 345
Lions Club Contact Secretary Elize Wheeler 07788940909
We meet every 1st Monday in the month 7.30pm at the pm
eyes down NW Community Centre
We also provide the Lions Bingo on every Weds 730pm eyes
down for 8pm at North Walsham Community Centre
N.N. Speakers Club 7pm alt. Weds. High School
t: Gillian :01692 650 250
Parkinson Support Group 2nd Tues 10:30am Sacred Heart
Church Hall. t:01692 406 486
Quaker Meetings Sun 10.30am Meeting House,
Mundesley Rd. near Swafield.
RAFA 7.30pm First Tues. Bluebell Inn
Reading 4 U 3rd Wed 9.45am St.Johns Hall t: 768 164
Short & Sweet book group 1-2pm Tues every 3 weeks
Library. t: 01692 402 482
Spiritualist Centre Sun: 6.30pm St Johns Ambulance Hall.
The Wheel of Light 1st Thurs 7.30pm Orchard Gardens
Pub. t: 721 484
Victory Explorers Weds eve 14 - 18 yrs t: 01692 406415
Walsham Writers Group: www.walshamwritersgroup.com
Weavers Morris Dancers Wed 7.45pm St Nicholas Room
t: 01692 404 447

Sheringham

Beetle Drive 3rd Tues.7.30pm St.Josephs Church

Bridge The Morley. Duplicates Thurs 7pm Beginners Fri 2pm
t: 822 087
Bounce & Rhyme under 5s Tues 10.15am : Library. t: 822 874
CAB. YESU,Thurs 10-2pm t: 01692 402 570
Chess. All ages & abilities. 7.30 Fri. Morley Club. t: 576 575.
Christian Spiritualist Church Tues 7.30pm Oddfellows Hall
t 513 067
English Country Dancing Mons 7.30pm Methodist Church
Hall t: 01692 404 447
Evening W.I. 2nd Mon. Community Centre t: 649 227
Gingerbread Fri pm. Friends Meeting Hse t: 0785 9364 702
Harry Upcher Lodge ROAB Mon 8.15pm Tyneside Club.
Hearing Aid Clinic 10-12pm 1st Mon. Age Concern.
Ladies Fellowship 7.30pm 2nd Tues Salvation Army.
Lip reading classes Thurs 1.30 - 3.30pm Health Centre
t: 0344 800 8002
MS meet 7pm 1st & 3rd Wed. Robin Hood Pub, t: 823 392
Old Shannocks 2.15pm last Wed. Community Rooms.
Quaker Meetings Sun 10.30am Cremer St.
RAFA. 11am 3rd Tues of month. t: 519 684
Saturday Super Sale First Sat 9-11am. Salvation Army Hall.
Sheringham & Cromer Lions Club 2nd & 4th Tues.
The Morley Club. t: 821 276
Sheringham Lace Makers. Mon 1pm, St Andrews Church
Hall. t: 822 075.
Sheringham Singers Ladies Choir Tues 2pm Lighthouse
Community Church t: 768 126
Sheringham Voyager 2pm 1st & 3rd Thurs Community
Centre t: 01692 500 550
Fellowship Choir 10am Mon St. Andrews Church. t:761 482

The Runtons

Bingo Sun & Wed 7.30pm Bernies Social Club East Runton
N.N. Chess Club Fri 7.30pm. W. Runton Social Club t:
823 814
Pilates Classes All ages, abilities, male /female.
Mon.10am E. Runton Community Hall t: 588 935 or Mob.
07900 733 832 Philatelic Society 2nd Mon 7.30pm
West Runton Church Hall.
Cromer & Sheringham Probus Club 12.30pm 1st Tues,
Links Hotel t:824 306
Rotary Club Weds 6pm except 5th Weds Dormy House
W.Runton, t: 578 194
Sequence Dancing Mon 7.30pm E. Runton Village Hall.
t:01692 403 071
West Runton Scouts info : 712 288

W.I. 2.15pm 2nd Wed. W. Runton Church Hall

Trimingham

All at Pilgrim Shelter. Free Parking

Whist Mon & Thurs 1 for1.15pm deal. t: Liz 834 965
Yoga Mon 7.30pm t: Linda 834 349
Slimming Club Tues 1.45pm t: Val 579 797

Elsewhere

1st Suffield Park Guides Weds evenings

www.girlguiding.org.uk/get_involved.aspx
Acol Bridge Club Tues 2pm. All abilities.
Weybourne Village Hall. t:515 588
Badminton Thurs. Gresham Village Hall t: 07917 596 797
Beachcombers Dining Club 1st Mon 7pm: The Feathers
Hotel, Holt. t: Hazel 838 566
Bridge - Abacus Bridge Club, meets at the Social Centre,
Avenue Road, High Kelling, at 7.00 pm on Thursday
evenings.
New members very welcome. Contact Norman Reeve
01603 560995.
Cash Bingo Tues 8pm Aldborough community centre.
Cantamus Choir 7.30pm Thurs. Southrepps Church.
t: 07785 782 498.
Crazee Kidz Club 7pm 2nd & 4th Fri. term time. Roughton
Village Hall 7-16yrs. t:768 138
Cromer & Sheringham Brass Band 7.45pm Thurs Upper
Sheringham Village Hall t:733 638
Cromer Air Rifle Club 9am Sun. Nr. Sheringham. t: 570 223
Extend exercise for over 60s Mon 2.30pm Northrepps
Village Hall t:768 159
Farmers Market 1st Sun 9.30am - 12.30pm Aldborough
Community Hall t: 768 766
Fit Together Health Walks t: 07766 259 999
Fit Together Tea Dance Tues 2-4pm Briston Copeman
Centre - 2 Info: 07766 259 999
Greenfingers Gardening Club 7.30pm 1st Thurs Jubilee
Hall, Banningham t: 761 620
Gym Club Thurs 5-8pm Northrepps Village Hall t: 576 609
Knapton Ladies Club 3rd Mon 7.30pm Knapton Village
Hall t:720 908.
MS Group Mon 10-2pm Southrepps Village Hall t: 823 392
Nordic Walking Tues & Thurs 11am. t: 07825 773 368
Norfolk Dixieland Jazz Band 1.30pm 1st Sun Goat Inn,
Skeyton.Free. t: 01692 538 600.
Norfolk Submariners 1st Wed 12noon Kings Head,
Horsham St Faith t: 511 758
N.N. Minni House Club 2nd Thurs 2pm Bodham Village
Hall t: 826 970.
N. Walsham Cage Bird Club 8pm 3rd Tues
Felmingham Village Hall. t: 01692 404 750
Northrepps Pre-School Mon-Fri Term-time t:579 396
Northrepps R.B.L. 1st Mon. 2nd.Mon. BHs. 7.30pm.
Northrepps Cottage t: 579 633.
N.N. Model Engineering Club 1st Fri 7.30pm High Kelling
Social Centre.
Prize Bingo 7.30pm 1st & 3rd Fri Gimingham Village Hall
Roughton & District WI. 2nd weds of month. 7.30pm
Roughton Village Hall t: 768 106.
Roughton Under 5s Playgroup t:07553 456 083
Rubys Prize Bingo. 1st Sat of month 7.30pm. Lower
Southrepps Social Club
Seniors Swimming Mon & Weds am., Fri pm. Greshams
Swimming Pool, Holt. t: 711 123
Suffield Park Bowls Club. Station Road. Bingo twice
monthly Oct. - Apr. 7.30pm. Bar. Club House available to
hire. Catering if required. 514555 or 513542
Trunch Bumbles Pre-school t: 720 931
Trunch Friends 2nd Tues 2pm Trunch Village Hall t:721 570
Trunch Methodist Church 1st Sat 10am - noon. Coffee
Morning. Stalls Cakes t: 720 145
Weybourne Folk Club 3rd Sun 3-6pm Maltings Hotel,
Weybourne.t:588 781
Whist Drive: 7.30pm 3rd Friday Antingham Village Hall
Woodlands Pre-School phone for info t: 834 148

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Special Events
FLORAL FAYRE

ST. BOTOLPHS CHURCH, TRUNCH,

THURSDAY, 19TH MAY at 2 p.m. with
popular Florist and Demonstrator DAVID
WRIGHT demonstrating ALL THINGS
AND BEAUTIFUL.
Tickets 8 (includes refreshments)
with Raffle and a chance to win a
demonstrators arrangement. Tickets
available from Janet 01263 722279,
Kathryn 01263 720700 or Trunch Village
Shop.
St Margarets Church Thorpe Market
Norfolk and Norwich Open Studios
30th May, 2016
Bank Holiday Monday 2:00-4:00
Sculpting Demonstration
Free Entry. Refreshments available

CROMER MUSIC EVENING

CONCERT
SUNDAY MAY 29th.

The Ferio Saxophone

Quartet
3:00 p.m. at Templewood,
Frogshall, Northrepps,
near Cromer. Tickets sold
at the door: Members
8. Non members 12.
Students & children 2.
bank holiday Mon. 30th may
LangHam churchyard
Bring and Buy 10am-12noon
We will be in the church if the weather
is inclement! Bric-a-brac, books, plants,
cakes, competitions and refreshments will
be on offer. If anyone would like to bring
along items for the above stalls, all will
be gratefully received. Proceeds are for
Langham Church General Fund.

QUILTING EXHIBITION
An exhibition of quilting will be held

St. Michael and All Angels

Church, Sidestrand on Saturday
21st May and Sunday 22nd May
10.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m.

The Cromer Society Poetry

Group meets on the first Wednesday
of each month at 2pm. The theme for
the May 4th meeting is Humour.
Please contact Arthur Windridge for
further details Tel: 01263 515138. New
members are very welcome.
TABLE TOP SALE AT ST.
ANDREWS CHURCH HALL,
SHERINGHAM.
Variety of stalls, including Fairtrade.
Coffee and tea available.
From 9 till12 on
Saturday. 21st May

Itteringham Open
Gardens Day

Sunday 6th June from 12.00 - 5PM.

There will be six gardens open and lunches served at
the Village Hall.
All tickets sold for the open gardens are in aid of the
National Gardens
Scheme charities and the monies taken
for the lunches served in the village hall go to the
Itteringham Community
Village Shop.
Tel 587325

Craft Fair Saturday 28th

May at Coronation Hall, 26
Cromer Road, Mundesley
NR11 8BE open 10-4pm.

Lots of unique and interesting Crafts to

buy if something catches your eye. We are
all local Norfolk Crafters who enjoy what
they do and just love to talk about it!!!
Free Entry and Parking. We support the
East Anglia Air Air Ambulance.
ANTINGHAM VILLAGE HALL
Quiz Night
20th May at 7.30 pm
Fish and Chip supper
included
7 each
Raffle to be included
Bring your own drink

North Norfolk Branch of

MS Society
CAKE BREAK
Saturday 21st May at St.
Martins Church Hall, Mill
Road, Cromer
2-4 pm with raffle and
tombola.
CARBOOT SALES

Bodham Playing Field

every Sat from 21st may till 3rd Sept inc

set up 730 am public 9am till12noon 5
per pitch no need to book refreshments
availble sorry no dogs only assisted dogs
contact Micheal Sayer 01263 588228

There will also be a raffle of quilts made

by the Sidestrand Quilting Group and a
lace making demonstration. Refreshment
will be served. Parking available.
Proceeds to supply water for the church.

SENIORS SWIMMING
CLUB

Open to anyone over 55 and we have a

one hour session on Monday Wednesday
and Friday at the pool in Gresham school,
Holt. Should anyone be interested my
phone number is 01263 860664.
E mail teazle1@ btinternet.com.
I can then give more details re times
and fees. Many thanks. Patricia Poole,
secretary.
YES THAT IS MY REAL NAME!

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2016 ART TRAIL

The Art Trail is an annual event that uses an art theme to create
a journey of discovery in the Cromer and Sheringham area. This
Years theme is Beach Huts.
Around a hundred hand crafted miniature Beach Huts are
located at many of the most iconic local points of interest. Open
the doors and reveal the art as well as see much of whats best
about our lovely area.
The organisors tell us, This year were delighted to have
teamed up with wonderful local charity About With
Friends who will be hand-crafting our specially designed
beach huts in their Cromer workshop. This active and
energetic charity supports people with learning disabilities
and, as well as the workshop, they also offer gardening
and catering services, and run a super community cafe

Our sample hut has been decorated inside with a deep sea
diving theme, and were looking forward to seeing what our
local artists & creatives can do with these superb little huts...
just the right size to hang as a small wall cupboard at home!
Trail starts at Easter, there may be 100 huts to spot....a great
way to explore our towns & surrounding areas.
Leaflets will be available from Tourist Information Centres &
many places around town.

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THE JIMMY CRICKET

VARIETY GALA NIGHT

NORTH WALSHAM COMMUNITY

CENTRE FRIDAY 24TH JUNE 8.00pm.

Irish comedian Jimmy Cricket performs

alongside multi-instrumentalist Racheal King who
performed in last years Seaside Special Show at
the pier at Cromer and local singer Eve Bridger.
The show will be raising funds for The Stroke
Association. If you would like to book tickets please
telephone 01692 402116 or pay on the door if
tickets are still available. Tickets cost 9 for adults
and 6 for children.
Crab Tales: e-mail - king495@btinternet.com - telephone: 01263 834 965
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