MARCH 2017

The Bowthorpe News STILL

needs you!
Many thanks to everyone who responded to our
recruitment drive last month. See overleaf for
more details.

We remain, however, short of volunteers to deliver

copies of the magazine on foot or by bike, and
desperately require car drivers to drop off some
bundles to doors in Chapel Break and Three Score,
which would take no more than one hour a month.
(Clover Hill already has good teamwork, but relief helpers
would be valued here as well.) Please contact:
brianlamont64@hotmail.com or tel. 07946 103432

Clive Lewis, MP for Norwich South, is holding

a street stall with local councillors in
Bowthorpe on March 11th. 2.003.30 pm
outside Roys. P.3
This is your chance to meet him.

1
 Last month we appealed for extra help in the production,
administration and delivery of your local publication. Following an
unprecedented response, the paper now has several more contributors
offering a wide variety of fascinating articles, which will appear in the forth-
coming months. As a result there will be four additional pages.

The Bowthorpe News is also pleased to welcome Rebecca Domek as a

regular columnist,
who will be bringing
her unique insight to
the magazine with a
monthly article on
the curiosities of
Norfolk.

We are also delighted

that Clare Hopkins is
contributing fresh
ideas for the content,
formatting and
editing of Bowthorpe
News.

Thanks also to
everyone else who
responded with
offers of assistance.

If anyone would
still like to get
involved in any
way to maintain
our unique and
highly regarded
community
newspaper, please contact:
branlamont64@hotmail.com or tel. 07946 103432

2
 Across The Villages
Cllr Mike Sands
We have experienced a number of changes across the Three Villages, the
most noticeable, or least noticeable if you like, is the disappearance of the
overhead cabling. There were some installation delays, but it is now done.
Across the Yare in Bowthorpe Southern Park a new bridge is to be built
giving direct pedestrian and cycle access up-to Colney and across the road
junction to the N&N and the Research Park. This will make a journey to work
on foot or by cycle so much easier for many residents.
There is one problem across the Villages that everyone can help with. The
days are drawing out now and the weather improving. Children are 'playing
out' more and will be more evident on our 'streets' and 'closes.' The closes or
cul-de-sacs are often seen as safer for children playing out, but even in
these, some parents have expressed concerns about the speed some
vehicles drive along them and the way some parents use those closer to
schools as drop off and pick up points. Please take a little more care, slow
down to 15mph or even slower at times.
I've had a number of residents tell me about crossing Wendene Rd at
Dragonfly Way to get to or from the shops. Many of us are motorists

3
 The Hub Social Notice board
Come meet old friends and make new A Walk in the
ones! Park in
Every Friday 10 12 noon Bowthorpe

Bowthorpe Community Hub Monday fortnight-

ly in March & April
Raffle, Arts & Crafts, Tea & Coffee 1.30pm to 3.30pm
and more! Age UK Norwich
walking group for
Bus 21 and 22 from the city people with dementia
& their carers + any-
Free all day parking at Roys shopping one who loves the
centre great outdoors!
Discover Bowthorpe
Looking forward to seeing you! Heritage and Nature
Trail whilst taking a
gentle stroll in the
(as well as pedestrians) and residents are company of our friend-
telling me that not all motorists slow down here. ly and supportive
It is at the apex of a bend and the crossing is group. Followed by a
used by parents, children and also many elderly relaxing sit down for a
or less mobile residents. This is one spot where cuppa and a chat in the
slowing down can literally save lives. cosy and atmospheric
Yurt based in the
Many residents, especially those in Three
grounds of the
Score and Clover Hill will be watching out for
Bowthorpe Communi-
the start of the construction of homes in Three ty Hub, Bowthorpe
Score. It cannot be too far away now. I have Hall Rd, NR5 9AA.
made an approach to the Planning Small fee of 2.00 to
Department to condition construction approval help cover the costs for
to completely stop construction traffic along the venue and refresh-
Bishy Barnabee Way and to get construction ments.
companies to enforce speed restrictions on Dates: 13th & 27th
their vehicles and those of contractors deliver- March, 10th& 24th
ing to (and from) the site along Clover Hill Rd. April
I mentioned at the start the underground Venue: Bowthorpe
cabling now completed. This carries Community Hub
132,000volts. For any resident interested in * More on page 14.
seeing it, I have a small sample of the cable
Contact Claire
now safely underground.
Cllr Mike Sands 07786900685

4
My name is Sylvia and I am Deaf.
I go to Lip Reading every Tuesday at the
Adelaide Street Health Centre.
I wondered if you could please put it in the Bowthorpe News to let
other people know that there are classes for Lip Reading in
Norwich.
The nearest Lip Reading Classes to Bowthorpe are on a Tuesday
morning 10am til 12 noon at ADELAIDE STREET HEALTH CENTRE and
the Tutor is called Lizzie Servant.
People of all ages are welcome as long as they have a Hearing
Problem.
They can just pop
along or phone
0344 800 8020

Is there anyway we can get the street lights

put back on up Bowthorpe?
6 cars including mine had tyres slashed in the early hours of
this morning. The roads are pitch black its not the first time damage has
been done to cars.
Lets try to get them put back on or even some along each road.
I have photos of every car that was slashed.
The police were called. . ...Its been on the radio news today (31/1/17)
How many people want the lights back on? **
(From a local resident. Name and address supplied : not for publication.)

County Councillor Mike Sands says, I have put in a report on the

damage along with a request to keep lighting on
Mike also includes the following information: Students at UEA have
organised a petition across the west of the City for 'street lights to
remain on' due to a number of scary incidents... being followed,
harassed, items stolen, even attacked when making their way home in
the wee hours. If they come knocking I hope residents can support their
petition.
**If you would like to express an opinion please contact
Bowthorpe News (details on back page).

5
 BOWTHORPE
HERITAGE
GROUP
COMMUNITY
GARDEN
Volunteering
dates (Slightly
altered from
last months
notice)
Wednesday
15 March
11.30 to 2.30
Sunday
19 March
2 to 5pm

ALL offers of
help welcome

6
7
 Main Service 10 : 30 am Sundays
For 6.30 Sunday evening programme see website or phone for details.
Short Daily Prayer Monday to Friday 7.15 am & 7 pm
Wednesday 10 am Service of Holy Communion and Healing

Life Laundry
`Wash away all my iniquity and cleanse me from my sin (Psalm 51:2)
Last month I wrote about being peacemakers, making peace with God and
our neighbours. Peace starts by recognising our own need to change. This
month I want to consider how we change. To begin with I want you to think
about laundry. Laundry is one of the things that every household needs to
do. We all need clean clothes to wear! But what about a clean heart and
mind? What if you could be washed clean when you do wrong? What if you
could have a life laundry?
A life laundry was needed for King David after breaking the seventh
commandment by committing adultery with Bathsheba. Then, to cover up
his sin, David broke the sixth commandment by having Bathshebas hus-
band killed in battle so that he wouldnt find out that Bathsheba was preg-
nant with Davids child. But God saw Davids sin and sent a man called Na-
than to show David the truth of what he had done. Following Nathans truth-
telling visit to the King, David wrote a song, known now as Psalm 51. In the
psalm David asks God for mercy and declares, `Wash away all my iniquity
and cleanse me from my sin create in me a pure heart, O God (Psalm
51:2, 10).
Like a number of other psalms, Psalm 51 drives us to examine ourselves.
That is why this psalm is used in worship on Ash Wednesday, the first day
of the season of Lent. Lent begins this year on 1 March, and is a period of
six weeks before Easter where we are encouraged to think about our lives,
our attitudes, our words and our actions. If you like, it is a time to do a life
laundry. Are there things from which you need to be cleansed? Then turn to
God and his mercy which is given through Jesus Christ. In him we can be
cleansed because of his sacrificial death on the cross. Jesus offers
forgiveness from the past, power to change in the pre-
sent, and hope for the future. It doesnt matter who
you are, this Lent take the opportunity to have a life
laundry.
Until next month, Revd Mark Elvin

8
 Mow & Grow Top Gardening Tips
Mid March traditionally heralds Spring and the start of the busy season. Get ahead
now while the days are lengthening and your garden will thank you for it.

Last of the winter jobs... spring clean in the beds to get rid of any weeds - couch, ground
elder, nettle and creeping buttercup. Complete pruning of wisteria, summer-flowering
clematis and late-flowering shrubs such as buddleia and Russian sage.

Beware the slugs and snails... theyll happily chomp their way
through new growth so use organic pellets, such as ferric phosphate,
as they pose no risk to animals and insects. Better still grow blue-
leaved hostas in pots a prettier way to keep slugs at bay.

Onions and shallots... Choose the sunniest position as they like the heat and free drainage
and plant in the second half of the month. Line out in easy to weed rows and use a dibber to
insert the sets with the necks just below the soil. Remember to net them or the birds will pull
them free!

What salad shortage? you can direct sow outside when the soil reaches
6C. Sweet peas and broad beans can be sown first. Warm the ground with
plastic or cloches then sow mustard, rocket and cut-and-come-again salad.
No shortage in this house!

Lawns... The grass has barely stopped growing so set the mower high and
cut on a dry day. Now is a good time to start laying turf and preparing the ground for lawn
seed but wait to sow until early April for best results.

Our # 1Top Tip for the whole of 2017...

Boost your fitness or learn a new skill

We are looking for volunteers to work alongside our Mow

& Grow teams. Its a great way to be outdoors and get
some physical exercise whilst also helping people within
the community to live independent lives.

You will need suitable outdoor clothing and we can supply

work boots if required. A typical day will see you heading
out in one of our trucks and delivering a variety of services
in and around Norwich.

To find out more call Claire in the office or email hub@thegroworganisation.org

If you would like a FREE quote for garden clearance and garden maintenance
services please call the office on 01603 740107 or visit our website
www.thegroworganisation.org for more information

9
10
11
12
13
 The runner swung into the Bunkers Hill Wood with practised ease.
Youngish, fit and clearly someone who had swerved off this path into
the tunnel-like opening before. Not hesitating but running with comfort-
able assurance about where he was going. We plodded on round the
houses to the other corner of the wood where our litter-pickers were to
gather. It was heartening that the wood was in a good enough state
that someone would enjoy running through it. And why not: we had worked hard for
a number of years with litter picks every couple of months. The woods were cleaner,
especially away from the wood edges where casual littering and fly-tipping happens.
And they would be cleaner still after this mornings effort.
I mentioned the runner to one regular volunteer. He had arrived maybe
half an hour into our two-hour work time having gone first to the Satur-
day morning run at Eaton Park. He was interested and wondered where
the runner might have been going. I explained that the track led round
the back of the new care home and that from there you could get down
to the river. He seemed eager to try it himself sometime. Just then our
runner himself appeared, saw what we were doing and stopped to talk. He apolo-
gised for not joining us. Our leaflet was pinned up in his kitchen and he had meant to
come but had forgotten. Instead, he explained, he had run through the wood and
down to the river, following it to the university and back. I was impressed. Yes, there
was a little litter but not too bad, he said. We will email him a reminder next time.
Which, by the way, is Saturday April 1st, 10.00 at the junction of Larkman and
Earlham Green Lanes. (Phone Norwich 464650 for more information).
The University of Leeds has summarised the benefits of urban green spaces. You
can read a simple report at leaf.leeds.ac.uk/green-space. Being in our woods (or by
the river, in your garden or at a park) will improve your mental well-being and the
more so the more that you go. Studies show improved blood pressure, lower stress,
less anxiety and depression. It even improves concentration! So our runner was
doing himself a favour by using the wood. As are all the children playing games, the
dog-walkers & nature-watchers and those just taking a short-cut to the shops or
school. And so too those others: the wood-pecker that we heard drumming and all
the bluebells pushing their sharp green leaves up through the leaf-mould well before
most of the rest of us have understood that spring is coming. They all
know that the woods are good places to be. Nextto the
se w oods.
A Walk at Bowthorpe Care Village
Wednesday fortnightly in March & April 2.00pm to 3.30pm
Age UK Norwich walking group for people with dementia & their carers + anyone
who loves the great outdoors!
Join us for a gentle stroll in the company of our friendly and supportive group,
followed by a relaxing sit down for a cuppa and a chat in the Bowthorpe Care
Village Caf. Refreshments Served Tea and coffee: 1.50
Dates: 8th March, 22nd March, 5th April & 19th April Claire 07786900685
Venue: Bowthorpe Care Village (Ladysmock Way, Cloverhill Rd, NR5 9BF)

14
15
16
 Bowthorpe
The New Year started with us welcoming new members. They
joined us as we were shown some ingenious ways to turn
scarves into bottle and book bags. Members old and new enjoyed the
annual meal at the Red Lion in Eaton. Diets were definitely on hold!
February was a demonstration of food garnishes using fruit and
vegetables. My next salad may well feature a cucumber crocodile!
Not all members are able to attend every monthly meeting so we have
plenty of other events in-between to keep us all in touch. The walking
group has been braving the winter weather, while the gardening group is
having a few months off. The craft group continues to meet each month,
Christmas decorations having given way to greeting cards. The darts team
are practising for the coming season while the ten-pin bowling team has
one game left in this year's tournament. You pick, you choose, you do
what you want!
If this sound like something you might enjoy we meet at the Bowthorpe
Church Centre on the 1st Monday of the month at 7.30pm. Our speaker for
6th March is a local solicitor who will put forward "The case for the
defence" we'd love to see you there.
Pam Bugg 01603 746073

17
Were getting
behind farmers and
their families
and putting Fairtrade
in our breaks.
By opting for a cup of
fair trade tea or
coffee at break time,
we're helping more
farmers put food on
their table and send
their children to
school.

There are lots more

Fair Trade products.
They give farmers in
poorer countries a
fair price.

Look out for the logo.

18
 Notices from Neighbours
Did you know that out of the 40 million
Scouts worldwide, 28 million are Muslims!
We are opening a brand new Scout group
in Norwich, so come along and find out
why Muslims are getting involved in Scouting. This
is open to ALL children. Places are limited and the
official registration took place last month, but
there is a Taster day on Friday 17th March when
young people can try out Scouting for free.
5th Ansaar Norwich Scout Group
St.Marks Church Hall, Hall Rd. Norwich NR1 3HL
Call Mark Abduljabar on 0785 4390408
Or email marknbarrett@googlemail.com

Dementia THE NORWICH ELECTRONIC

ORGAN & KEYBOARD CLUB
Awareness
We meet on the last Tuesday of every month at
Session at West Drayton Village Hall, with entertainment from
popular professional organists from around the
Earlham Library country. The evening starts at 7.30pm, there is
on 15th March an interval with refreshments and a raffle, and it
finishes at 10pm. There is no extra membership
10am 12.30 fee, entrance is 6.00 at the door.
Tuesday 28th March David Ingley David
Learn the little
has had considerable experience, playing
ways you can help for dancing and backing cabaret in the
someone with clubs, has been musical direc-
dementia. tor for several variety and
dance shows, and makes con-
For details and to cert appearances at organ so-
book contact library cieties and festivals all over
on 01603 451881 the country. His choice of mu-
17/18 Earlham sic for concert perfor-
mances includes all musical styles.
West Centre NR5
8AD Do come and join us for a good evenings
musical entertainment, you will be very
welcome.
Pam Barnard - Secretary 07786 445605

19
20
21
22
23
 Tales from the Archives by Rebecca Domek
Whats in a name?
Have you ever driven down the road and seen a road sign and
giggled at the name? I know I have. Norfolk is full of quirky
names, Great Snoring and Pudding Norton being personal
favourites.
But where did these names come from and what do they
mean? According to Bede, in the 5th century three groups of people came to
Britain, the Saxons, the Angles and the Jutes. Our county got its name from the
split of the East Angles (hence East Anglia) into the North Folk and the South
Folk. Whilst Norwich comes from two old English words being north and wic; a
wic was a trading centre.

When I moved to Bowthorpe I thought the name meant the wood where they
made bows. Nope! It relates to farming. Thorpe is a Viking word and means a
daughter settlement or outlying farmstead, in this case belonging to a man
called Bui. The primary settlement could have been Earlham. Places ending in
ham were important, think of Wymondham, Swaffham, Dereham, North Wal-
sham, Sheringham and North Elmham where the Saxon Cathedral was built,
for example. There are lots of them in Norfolk and close by are lots of places
ending in tun or ton, like Melton, Drayton, Easton, Necton. Tun places were
small farms or a piece of enclosed ground. Eaton is another one and this means
a farmstead on a river.
So we have farming related place names but we also have many place names
relating to geographical features; Costessey means an island or area of dry
ground in a marsh belonging to a man called
Cost and Cringleford means a shallow river
crossing by the round hill. The river Wensum,
which forms the southern boundary of
Bowthorpe, means winding river, and the afore
mentioned North Elmham relates to the elm
trees that were found there. Elm was a very im-
portant wood, it was so strong it was used to
make cart wheels.
As for Great Snoring and Pudding Norton, well,
names with ing come from ingas, which means
the people of or the family of, so we have the
family of a man called Snear and the family of a
man called Putta. Not as funny as the modern
connotation of the words, but if this has whetted
your appetite to find out more try looking at the
Dictionary of British Place Names by A. D. Mills
(available online).

24
 FAMILY HISTORY
My brother Jimmy recently did some research into our family history. Didnt
expect to find anything interesting as we are from a line of working class
Norfolk families
However his research revealed a history of gardeners. To our amaze-
ment our great, great grandfather John Wighton was born in Scotland in
1803. He became Head Gardener at Costessey Hall. A well educated man,
in 1842 thanks to his Noble Generous Employer Lord Stafford he had a
book published entitled The History and Management of BeesWith Notice
of Newly Constructed Hive.
The list of subscribers is huge ranging
throughout the stately Estates of England and
Scotland, and includes J. Howlett Esq.* of
Bowthorpe Hall, Mister Russel Gardner to the
Bishop of Norwich and Mister Turrell Gardener to Her Majesty at Hampton
Court Palace.
Two copies are held by Norwich Library but are very delicate and can
only be viewed by appointment. However thanks to the Internet, Ama-
zon and publishers Kessinger Legacy Reprints who are reprinting
culturally important works, we now have 2 copies of his book. Sadly no
photo but some drawings he did.
Whilst reading through I found a reference to him being a boy in his
fathers garden at Melville House in Fifeshire. This confirms his parents
names and so our research can continue further back. During his research
my brother found articles concerning an attack on Johns daughter
Christiana in Costessey Park and involved my great grandfather James a
plucky 14 year old but thats another story
If you are interested in doing your family research go for it you never
know what you will find.

Editors note: * Howlett, and another subscriber, Cotterall, both have roads named
after them in todays Bowthorpe.
In chapter 26 John Wighton deals with Attention to climate on beesBest plans
for Winter feedingIrritability of beesProofs of their angerRemedies for sting.
This is all both fascinating and relevant in view of the current serious decline in bee
populations.

25
 ASHWELL COURT
At last! Spring is in the air and although it is still chilly it is not so bitterly cold
as it has been lately. The spring plants are blooming and it is lovely to see
the splashes of yellow from the daffodils.
Since Christmas it has been fairly quiet at Ashwell Court. Some of us are
attending meetings with Cotman at their offices at Bowthorpe Hall to discuss
digital inclusion which Cotman is trying to promote within their properties in
order that we can all use the latest equipment, This is a very
interesting project because even if we have not yet become
computerised it is never too late to learn and we need to keep
up to date with all the new equipment which can make life eas-
ier for us. At present we are trying out various devices to see
which would be the most efficient for our use.
Some of us went to a very interesting video about Costessey Hall which was
a very old Hall which had fallen into disrepair and has now been demolished.
It was interesting to see how grand it once was and that the parkland sur-
rounding it is still there and is a public park now. As Costessey adjoins
Bowthorpe it was interesting to see how the area has developed.
At the end of January we had an evening of Hoy using some very efficient
cards made by Jackie. Hoy is very
popular and this evening was no
exception, especially when preceded
by pie and chips.
We still have our exercises on Tues-
day and Thursday mornings, and our
craft club on Wednesday afternoons
combined on the last Wednesday of
the month with our Reading group. On
Monday evenings the Darts Club is
still trying to hit the board (apologies to
John C and the other good players).
and we still have our Coffee morning
on Fridays and we will also have our
programme of Entertainments so
please feel free to join us in any of
these activities. After the exercises on
Tuesday and Thursdays there is a
lovely cooked lunch which is available
to all (price 6).
Thats all for now. Best wishes to all
our friends and neighbours from all at
Ashwell Court. Bye . Margaret

26
 BRADECROFT
A Big Thank you
I would like to start this report with a big thank you to Pat and Arthur for all
the help they gave in making the Teas and Coffee for everyone. Due to
personal circumstances they are unable to continue. We are all hoping this
is only temporary, and come back soon.

Other news
Something new is happening: its Breakfast at Tiffanys, but we dont know
where Tiffany lives, so its Roys Cafe in the Bowthorpe Centre where you
can have a good breakfast and a warm and friendly welcome, either come
for breakfast or just a coffee the choice is yours.
The Bingo on Mon, and Thurs. afternoon continues as usual and the
Wednesday Mardle will continue where we have some great plans for the
summer months ahead, watch this space.

Regular Events
Mon 10.00 Coffee Mornng
Mon, 14.00 till 16.00 Bingo With refreshments at halftime
Tues, 10.30 The Breakfast Club. Breakfast at Roys
Wed 14.00 till 16.00 The Wed
Mardle. Come for a coffee and chat.
Talk about your hobbies and inter-
ests. Discuss future plans
Hopefully we will be having a picnic
when the weather improves, venue
to be decided.
People from other sheltered
housing schemes are welcome to
come along.
Bob White
To those young Mothers
picking their children up
from school, why not
leave a little earlier and
have a Coffee? Fresh fac-
es and ideas are always
welcome. Unfortunately children
are not allowed.
Thurs. 14.00 till 16.00 Bingo With
refreshments at halftime
Bob White

27
 Anchor's Leyham Court
Rose's birthday party was a great success and the lady herself has pinned a
note to the notice board thanking everyone for their good wishes.
There have been a couple of social events with the fish and chip supper
proving really popular, so much so that we will hold another one soon. You
will also notice that we are advertising a visit to Thursford Christmas
Spectacular, I appreciate that next Christmas is a considerable time ahead
but as this event is extremely popular bookings have to be made early.
Please note the cut off dates for booking and payments.
The Mobile Me sessions have started and are proving to be great fun -
extremely competitive (especially between husbands and wives). You can
still come and join up as equipment will be left with us once the introductory
sessions have finished and Friday afternoons become our "get mobile and
have fun" afternoons.
We are sorry to have said goodbye
to Carman, after 5 years she has
decided to change jobs However, it
is lovely to welcome back Trish. I
say "welcome back" as she
informed me that she has worked
here before.
I am also very pleased to let you
know that the Luncheon Club has
donated 300 to the EACH charity.
That's all for this month
apart from my
"Norfolkism" which, as we
are in the midst of winter
is "dudder" . It is some-
thing we all do when going
out in the cold - shuddering/
trembling. So keep warm Ann

ACORN FELLOWSHIP FOR

THE OVER 50s
Mondays 2.30 Bowthorpe
Church
March 13th Speaker Karma,
Manager Mayflower Court Dementia
Unit, Bowthorpe Care village
March 27th Daffodils

28
29
30
If your child is aged 6-8 years and is free on
THURSDAYS 5-6PM (term time only)
Bring them along to Beavers @
Clover Hill Infant School Rawley Road

We have fun,
play games
do badge work and
go on trips.

For more information call Wendy on 743909

or email wendy.margitson@hotmail.com

31
 Like acting?
We're looking for6 New mem-
bers. Age 5-13
for our summer show in July
Clover Hall village hall
Tuesday's 530-630
3.50 a session.
Come and get involved and have lots of fun.
No experience needed.
Email Danny O'Hara at info@slowtgeatrecompany co UK
Or call 07896179833

32
 News from Clover Hill VA Infant and Nursery
School
Rainforest poems
The Anaconda
The sneaky anaconda,
the emerald with poisonous
eyes.
Staring at his prey,
watching.
How starving he looks!
How steady he looks!
Long black tongue,
sniffing the air.
Green scales like emeralds.
By Tyler S, Owl class (year 2)
The Red Eyed Tree Frog
The cute tree frog sits,
looking around for food.
Waiting.
Tiny feet clinging on to the
branches,
long legs stretched in the
damp grass.
Scarlet eyes staring.
Sticky feet.
Skin bright like the sun.
By Lily S, Owl class (year 2)
33
Do you have a child aged 3 7
years? Perhaps you have just
moved in to the local area and need
to find the right school for your
child?
Please come and have a chat and a
look around. We are very proud of
our well-resourced school and our
exciting curriculum.
Please visit our website at
www.cloverhillschool.co.uk to read
our OUTSTANDING SIAMs and
OFSTED inspection reports.
To keep you in the loop, after
much consultation, our
Governors have taken the
decision not to convert to
academy status. Our Governing
Body will review this decision in
a couple of years.
Eco Council Corner
Our pupils enjoyed a day with the
Energy Rescuers, meeting Rozzie
the Rat and learning about the
small things they can do to save
energy, making a big difference to
our planet. The eco council have
been busy switching off lights, taps,
whiteboards and computers. Well
done!
 News from St Michaels VA Junior
World Book Day
Our children will be celebrating World Book
Day. The children will be dressing up as book

Airport Day Sport

Year 6 have taken
At the end of our half term, our
part in a a cup match
school decided to become an
against Firside. They
airport. The children arrived with are hopeful to get to
their hand luggage and were the final.
given a passport. The hall
became a departure lounge and We have also sent a
passport control. The children successful team to
then returned to class, where they take part in a Cross
got onto a plane and travelled to Country
a French speaking country. against other
schools.

On arrival they got to spend time

learning about the country. They
also were given a team challenge
to complete, identifying coins
from around the world. The
children really enjoyed the day
and look forward to the next
special day!
Active Kids
Vouchers
We are collecting Active
Kids Vouchers from
Sainsburys. We welcome
your donations of these.

Sarah Lewis
Senior Leader

34
 CHILDRENS PAGE
Hi there Oz again. Well were into March already. Its quite a
busy month with all different types of celebrations coming
up; such as Spring Equinox,, St Davids Day, Mothers Day, St
Patricks Day and Ash Wednesday. See how you get on with
the Wordsearch related to these events.

A M F V S E L A W K

B X O N I U Q E P C

Y N D A V I D A D O

P R E S E N T S T R

D N A L E R I R G M

G O P S I E M E N A

F G D C A H A W I H

J A K W T T R O R S

Y R N U G O C L P E

U D K E G M H F S M

DAVID DRAGON EQUINOX FLOWERS

IRELAND MARCH MOTHER PATRICK
PRESENTS SHAMROCK SPRING WALES
WEDNESDAY
Well that's all for this month. Hope you managed to
solve all the puzzle. As always Oz would like to
encourage anyone out there to try their hand at taking
on a Children Page. If you are interested in this, at all,
please contact the Editor or Oz at
ozziecatus@gmail.com
Bye Oz

35
 COPY FOR APRIL ISSUE TO BE IN BY 15th MARCH
Please deliver to
2a Saint Michaels Cottages, Bowthorpe Hall Rd, Bowthorpe, NR5 9AA
or email: bowthorpenews@yahoo.co.uk
Editor: Sally Simpson Tel. 01603 745698 Printer: Pride Press Ltd.
Childrens page: Oz ozziecatus@gmail.com Treasurer: Barrie Slater
Advertising: keith.wright@laptoprepairsnorwich.co.uk t: 01603
748531
Distribution:
M.Bolton, M.Tailford, R.Sexton, A.Chitty, L.Butt, M.Cubitt, J.Stewart, R.Soong

Website: www.bowthorpenews.co.uk.

April issue published on March 31st; May issue on April 28th

Celebrating Bowthorpe.
Our series of celebrating Bowthorpe continues towards the end of
winter and over Easter Period. This series started during Christmas
period where we share the historical insight of our lovely
community with its unique features. This will continue towards the
end of winter and into spring. This will be yet another great fun
event for all the family and community.
Features:
Dont miss this
Face painting for children
day of
Free head and body massage
unforgettable
Free cup cake decoration for chil-
fun!
dren
Free art and craft
Lots of games
Free hot meal and finger food( with vegetarian option)
Lots of music
Tombola ( everybody is a winner) Society Alive
Date: 11th March and 8th April, 2017 07832 972 166
Time: 12:30 am 4pm
Venue: Clover Hill Village Hall.

36