KL Magazine June 2014 by KL Magazine

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ISSUE 45 JUNE 2014 PRICELESS

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he many spendours of Felbrigg Hall (above) are truly evocative, and in addition to telling the story of the rise and fall of a remarkable family (you can read about it on page 26) it’s also a lovingly cared-for reminder of times gone by and a very different world. Of course, the world around us is always changing – and one of the greatest challenges we face is deciding what parts of the past we keep and what we leave behind. That’s why it’s so interesting to read Dr. Paul Richards’ new book charting the changing face of King’s Lynn (see page 80) and to visit places such as Hanse House (see page 66), which is a marvellous example of embracing the 21st century whilst preserving the best parts of our heritage. Of course, this month sees the 100th anniversary of an event which would change the world (and the lives of everyone in it) completely. On 28th June 1914, the 20-year-old Gavrilo Princip shot and killed Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria and his wife in Sarajevo, an act which led directly to the First World War. See page 16 for a fascinating look at the everyday (and unsuspecting) lives of people in and around King’s Lynn on the eve of the conflict. On a less weighty note, it’s always good to see people brimming with creativity and looking forward with confidence, whether they’re local artists such as Stephen Martyn or world-famous jewellery designers such as Monica Vinader – you’ll find them both in this month’s magazine. KL MAGAZINE KLmagazine June 2014

Contents 7-13

WHAT’S ON This month’s diary of forthcoming events

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SHIP OF THE FENS The fascinating history of Ely Cathedral

JUNE 2014

16-18 THE DAY THE WAR CAME TO TOWN... A look at local life on the eve of WWI 20

THE BIG INTERVIEW With Dave Ward of BAE Systems

THEN & NOW The changing face of the local area

26-28 A FAMILY HISTORY IN STONE The lasting legacy of Felbrigg Hall 36-38 A MAN AND HIS BEES How Kevin Bristow started beekeeping 41

PETS Help and advice with local vet Alex Dallas

42-46 FASHION The latest looks from the local boutiques 48-50 FROM DOCKING TO HOLLYWOOD The amazing jewellery of Monica Vinader 56-65 FOOD AND DRINK Recipes, reviews and recommendations

66-68 WHEN HERITAGE MEETS THE FUTURE Taking Hanse House into the 21st century 70-72 EXPLORER Out and about in Wells-next-the-Sea 74-76 THE MACHINERY OF WAR Inside the Muckleburgh Collection 80-82 KING’S LYNN THROUGH TIME Dr Paul Richards on his new book 84-86 CELEBRATING 21 YEARS OF ART A proﬁle of Stephen Martyn 89

MY KL The page made by KL magazine readers

CROSS CURRENTS Canon Chris Ivory’s look at local life

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100 YEARS AGO: On June 28th 1914 Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria and his wife were assassinated by Gavrilo Princip, an event which sparked a conﬂict between Austria-Hungary and Serbia and led to the First World War.

June Saturday 7th JUNE FARMERS’ MARKET Creake Abbey, North Creake, Fakenham (9.30am-1pm) Creake Abbey’s hugely popular Farmers’ Market takes place with around 54 of the region’s very best food and drink producers. Come and discover a feast of outstanding fresh seasonal produce including meat, vegetables and fruit, cakes, tray bakes, dairy produce, artisan beer, apple juice, artisan breads, morning goods, puddings, pies, tarts (sweet and savoury), olives and prepared meals (all made with the ﬁnest local ingredients). The Café and Food Hall at Creake Abbey will be open, with bookings for lunch taken from 1.30pm. Outside the Food Hall the Café team will also be serving hot food to keep you warm. For further details, see www.creakeabbey.co.uk.

Friday 27th

CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT Holkham Hall, Wells-next-the-Sea NR23 1AB (7pm) Join soprano Eleonora Vindau (above), her baritone husband Andrei Bondarenko and Gary Matthewman on piano as they perform a collection of amazing duets from Mozart to Tchaikovsky in the fabulous setting of Holkham’s Marble Hall. Since winning the Song Prize in the BBC Cardiﬀ Singer of the World Competition in 2011, Andrei has become a regular at Glyndebourne, where he will sing the title role in Eugene Onegin at this year’s Summer Festival. For his second appearance at Holkham, Andrei will be joined by his wife Eleonora, who sang before His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales at Houghton Hall to launch the Houghton Revisited exhibition last year. Tickets (£25) include a glass of wine in the Saloon during the interval and an opportunity to view some of the other state rooms in the Hall. Book online at www.holkham.co.uk or telephone the Holkham Ticket Oﬃce on 01328 713111.

Saturday 7th to Saturday 21st BRECKLAND ARTISTS EXHIBITION Red Barn, King’s Lynn Arts Centre (10am-5pm) Since its formation in 2002, the reputation of Breckland Artists for work of the very highest standards has grown steadily, and it has now ﬁrmly established itself as one of Norfolk’s premier professional groups. The 17 members set high standards for themselves and for the group, and are constantly aiming to raise the bar of creative achievement – they include photographer Marcus Scott, whose work (above) was featured in the April issue of KL magazine. Now, Breckland Artists are bringing a new and vibrant collection of work to King’s Lynn. This exhibition (it’s free to enter) oﬀers a coherent and engaging mix of sculpture, textiles, printmaking, painting, fused glass, photography and silversmithing and is a must-see for all local art lovers. For more information on the work of Breckland Artists, see www.brecklandartists.com and for details of the exhibition, see the website at www.kingslynnarts.co.uk.

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Sunday 15th

ANNUAL DOG WALK Sandringham Country Park (from 11am) Join (and help support!) the West Norfolk RSPCA Rehoming Centre as they hold their annual Dog Walk in the wonderful surroundings of Sandringham Country Park. There is a donation to enter, but all entrants receive a free goody-bag (for the dogs!) courtesy of the King’s Lynn branch of Jollyes. It’s a great day out for the dogs (and owners!) and an enjoyable way to help less-fortunate dogs. For more details and information, please call 01553 618889 or visit the website www.westnorfolkrspca.org.uk.

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June

Friday 27th to Monday 21st July

DOBBIES ROSE FESTIVAL Dobbies Garden Centre, Campbell’s Meadow, King’s Lynn With 20% off all roses throughout the Festival, there’s no better time to find the perfect rose for your garden, with all the friendly help and advice you need. Meanwhile, you can join Dobbies on Thursday 19th for afternoon tea and a talk on how to planting containers with BBQfriendly herbs (£9.95 for two people). And don’t forget the Little Seedlings Club, which is specially for children and takes place on the first Sunday of every month. For more details on any of these events, please call Dobbies on 01553 767816.

Friday 20th – Sunday 22nd

5th NORFOLK ALE & MUSIC FESTIVAL The Jolly Sailors, Brancaster Staithe It’s one of Norfolk’s friendliest pubs (judged Best Family Pub (regional winner) at the great British Pub Awards 2013) and the popular Norfolk Ale and Music Festival returns for the 5th time this month. Plenty of local musical talent, lots of Norfolk real ales, and plenty more to enjoy too. It’s completely free as well! For more details, call 01485 210314 or see www.jollysailorsbrancaster.co.uk.

Throughout June from Saturday 7th ABOVE: Bull 3 by Svetlana Bobrackova (81cmx61cm, oil on linen) SVETLANA BOBRACKOVA EXHIBITION Fineline Frames, Creake Abbey, North Creake This month, Fineline Frames and Gallery at Creake Abbey will be exhibiting a collection of stunning artwork by international artist Svetlana Bobrackova. The work contains stunning oil paintings of bulls and cows that Svetlana has skilfully painted, capturing all the power and the beauty of these wonderful creatures. Svetlana is a graduate of the Chelsea School of Art and Design and the Cambridge School of Art. To date, her work has largely been exhibited in London galleries, so this is a rare opportunity to see Svetlana’s work in Norfolk. For more information on the exhibition, please contact Fineline Frames and Gallery on 01328 258964 or visit the website at www.ﬁnelineframes.co.uk.

Friday 6th

STRATTONS STEAK NIGHT Strattons Hotel, Swaﬀham (from 6.30pm) You’re invited to celebrate some of the very best steaks in Norfolk at Strattons. Choose from ﬁllet steak, tuna steak and surf & turf – served with either thrice-cooked chips, polenta and rosemary chips or dauphinoise potatoes, and a choice of Binham, aioli or smoked paprika sauces. Prices from £24 (inclusive of a glass of wine) and booking essential on 01760 723845 or by e-mailing enquiries@strattonshotel.com

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MIDSUMMER JAZZ SUPPER The Hoste, Burnham Market PE31 8HD (from 6.45pm) Supported by Goddard’s of King’s Lynn, The Lady Taverners welcome lovers of jazz and great food to their second jazz supper at the Hoste and promise a lively evening of fun and entertainment, raising funds to give young people (particularly those with special needs) a sporting chance. Tickets are £40 per person and include Pimms on arrival, a wonderful three-course dinner and a feast of traditional jazz. To book your places, please call the Hoste on 01328 738777 or contact Jackie Hopkinson on 07788 445503.

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ROMEO & JULIET Oxburgh Hall, Oxborough (7.30pm – gates open 6pm) Join the Lord Chamberlain’s Men for the world’s greatest love story – performed at one of the county’s most romantic locations. With the most famous balcony in the history of theatre, it’s sure to be an unmissable event. Bring a picnic, settle back and be swept up in all the drama! Bring rugs or chairs. Barbecue (burgers and sausages), beverages and ice creams available. Tickets are £13.50 (adults) and £9 (children) and booking is essential – please call 01366 327242 to make sure of your place.

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ABOVE: The incredible octagonal Lantern Tower of Ely Cathedral – the central roof boss is a dizzying 142ft above the ﬂoor

The wonderful history of the Ship of the Fens Standing as a potent symbol and focus of the presence of God in the world, the Cathedral Church of the Holy and Undivided Trinity of Ely is one of the country’s most beautiful churches...

ome 250,000 people visit Ely Cathedral every year, and it’s easy to see why. The only building in the UK to be listed as one of the Seven Wonders of the Middle Ages, it’s the very deﬁnition of awe-inspiring – the Lady Chapel (completed in 1349) is the largest of its kind in the country, it has the 3rd-longest nave in the UK (it’s actually the same length as Ely High Street), and the 288 steps of the West Tower climb to 215ft, oﬀering commanding views of the surrounding landscape. One of the most-asked questions about the ‘Ship of the Fens’ wonders

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why such a vast church was built in such a small town, and the answer is deceptively simple. The church came ﬁrst. The story of the Cathedral begins way back in 673 with Etheldreda, daughter of the King of East Anglia, queen, foundress and abbess of Ely. Ending her politically and religiously eventful life as a nun, she founded a double monastery at Ely in 673, building it on the site of the present cathedral. It ﬂourished for almost 200 years until it was destroyed by the Danes before being re-founded as a Benedictine community in 970 – after which it became the richest abbey in England except for Glastonbury.

As for Etheldreda, she had died from the plague sometime around 680 – but 17 years after her death her body was found to be incorrupt, and the linen cloths in which her body was wrapped were as fresh as the day she’d been buried. Her body was placed in a stone sarcophagus of Roman origin and reburied. Etheldreda’s shrine was the focus for vast numbers of medieval pilgrims. It was destroyed in 1541, but a slate in the Cathedral marks the spot where it stood – and June 23rd and October 17th (her feast days) are still kept as major festivals in the Cathedral. Some relics are alleged to be in St

Local Life Etheldreda’s Church in London’s Ely Place (where the bishops of Ely used to live) and her hand (which was discovered in 1811) is claimed by St Etheldreda’s Roman Catholic church at Ely. Work on the present Cathedral began in the 11th century under the leadership of Abbot Simeon, and the monastic church became a cathedral in 1109 with the Diocese of Ely being carved from the Diocese of Lincoln. The monastery at Ely was dissolved by Henry VIII in 1539, and although Ely suffered considerably less than many other monasteries, many statues, carvings and stained glass were destroyed (along with St Etheldreda’s shrine). The Cathedral was refounded with a chapter of eight canons in 1541, and Robert Steward (who’d been the last Prior of the monastery) became its first Dean. The first major restoration of the Cathedral took place in the 18th century, but with the arrival of Dean George Peacock in 1839 a second restoration project began (with the architect Sir George Gilbert Scott) which restored the building to its former glory. The most extensive restoration project started in 1986, when it was discovered that the roofs, timber and stonework of much of the Cathedral were becoming unsafe. It was a major crisis for the Cathedral (especially considering the work was likely to cost around £4 million) but thanks to a generously-supported public appeal, disaster was averted. In 1991, surveyors compiled a comprehensive 10-year programme of restoration that embraced stonework, timber, glass and lead. It’s a time-consuming and costly process, but thanks to donations from various benefactors and trusts and grants from English Heritage it’s one that saw the Great Restoration completed in the year 2000 – a fitting start to the new millennium. It’s not the end of the story, however. The 21st Century Fund (launched in 1989) is an Endowment Fund to finance running repairs to the fabric of the Cathedral, and a guaranteed income of £500,000 is needed every year from voluntary contributions if the future of the Cathedral is to be secured. The Order of St. Etheldreda (founded under Royal patronage in 1992) is another means of providing a regular source of funds to preserve the fabric and to share the life and work of the Cathedral – so that future generations will be able to enjoy St Etheldreda’s inspired creation for centuries to come.

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Lessons for life... There’s more to life at Wymondham College than academic success

ver the last year, Wymondham College has been named by both the Guardian newspaper and Tatler Magazine as one of the country’s best state-funded schools and there’s no doubt about the success of its students when it comes to examinations and gaining university places. For example, no fewer than 13 Wymondham College students are set to begin their studies at Oxford or Cambridge universities this autumn. But according to College Principal, Melvyn Roﬀe, the real success of Wymondham College students isn’t just about these kinds of academic achievements. “Our slogan says that ‘it’s not just about grades, it’s about life’, and there’s a very good reason for that,” says Mr Roﬀe. “It’s about the quality of life our students lead while they’re at the school, the friendships they make, the opportunities they have, and the preparation we give our students for life beyond the College.”

A major feature of that preparation is the Sixth Form Futures Programme which supports students’ future career aspirations by giving them first-rate opportunities to meet and work with leaders in business, the public sector and the professions. There are weekly talks from inspirational speakers, informal mentoring by business leaders and support for a wide range of activities both at home and abroad. “It all adds up to a package which really makes a difference to our students’ success in the highly competitive globalised world of work which they’ll enter after they leave the College,” says Mr Roffe. If you’re interested in learning more about the opportunities available at Wymondham College, there’s no better way than by attending one of the two Open Days being held on 14th June and 4th October from 9am-11am. There’s no need to book ahead, and for more information go to www.wymondhamcollege.org or email enquiries@wymondhamcollege.org.

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esley Best previously worked as a full-time carer, looking after her husband who had MS and her adult daughter who has Down’s syndrome. After her husband passed away, she decided to enrol at the College of West Anglia. “After my husband died I needed to do something,” said Lesley. “I’ve always been interested in how garments are put together and have tried many different crafts. I finished a cloth dollmaking course and decided I’d like my future to be connected with creating things using fabric.” Lesley admits the first few days at CWA were quite scary, but the staff (and students) encouraged her. She now says it’s the best thing she’s done in years! “Studying at college has given me confidence in my own abilities,” she says, “filling my days with purpose and

giving me an enthusiasm for life. It was hard to get back into a routine of studying, but I love it. The students are friendly and always willing to help with any questions I may have.” The College of West Anglia offers adult learning courses in a broad spectrum of exciting subjects and disciplines, available in a range of flexible options and programme choices that fully cater for individual needs and circumstances. For Lesley, there’s no turning back. “To anyone thinking about studying at CWA, I’d say go and talk to both the staff and the students. It’s life changing and it really gives you the confidence and qualifications needed to succeed in the future.” l For more details and information about the opportunities available to you and how to take the next step, please visit cwa.ac.uk/here

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ABOVE: The Customs House in King’s Lynn remains to this day, but for these soldiers the world would never be the same after WWI

July 1914: local life on the eve of the Great War In and around King’s Lynn, people were enjoying gala days and dances, buying new cars for £125, and being fined for swearing in public. Sadly for them, their world was about to change forever...

t’s fair to say that the First World War changed the world, but while we regularly (and justiﬁably) focus on the terrible cost and fateful legacy of the conﬂict, we often pay little attention to that vanished world, especially at a local level. As the 100th anniversary of the outbreak of war on July 28th approaches, it seems an appropriate time to take a fascinating look at life in and around King’s Lynn on the eve of battle (on 25th July 1914 to be exact) – and what an unsuspecting life it was. As the summer of 1914 continued, preparations for the King’s Lynn Gala on the Recreation Ground were well advanced, and promised horse racing

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on what was described as “the best track in the Eastern Counties” – in addition to cycling, athletic sports, the Horticultural Society’s annual show, a ‘fur and feathers’ show, the King’s Lynn Town Prize Band, and dancing in the evening. Admission was only 1 shilling, and children were admitted half price. There was plenty of activity on the Walks too, as the local council started a series of planned alterations. Not everyone was happy about it though. “The new walk near the water and the additional seats are a great improvement,” wrote the self-styled ‘Annoyed’ to the local paper, “but as matters stand today the danger to children is very pronounced. Will there

have to be an accident before anything is done?” The movement to give women the vote was often in the news at the time, and was the subject of a ‘non-militant’ address by a certain Miss Harris and Miss Villiers at the Ruskin School in Heacham. Sadly, it was an event only attended by two men, one of whom was the local reporter. “Women’s suffrage does not seem to be a topic of absorbing interest in Heacham,” he wrote somewhat wryly. In Burnham, a disastrous fire destroyed two cottages at Burnham Westgate, even though a fire engine was soon on the scene. Happily, a new cottage was was immediately offered to

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one of the unfortunate occupants (both of whom rescued most of their belongings) while the other returned to his mother’s home. Talking of housing, the Rural District Council of Walsingham held an enquiry concerning the shortage of homes in Fakenham. Considering plans to build some 50 new houses (at a cost of £135), the committee thought the likely rents (4s 6p as week) would be outside the reach of working men in the area, whose average wage was 26s per week. Even 100 years ago, people and their vehicles were regularly in the news. Edward Howard was fined 12s for driving a motor bicycle without a red light at the rear (he claimed he didn’t know it was a legal requirement), while Henry Overland was charged with cycling over a bridge in Nordelph without lights at night. He had a rather odd defence in that despite believing he was guilty, he wasn’t quite sure. “There was a thunderstorm that day,” he said, “and I really lost myself for three or four hours. I didn’t know whether I had a light or not or where I was.” “Are you sure it wasn’t a public-house storm?” asked the magistrate, before duly fining him sixpence. Other people in the news for the wrong reasons were John Judd (fined 6s for not keeping his dog under control) and Ethel Batterbee, who was fined 10s for using bad language in New Conduit Street, King’s Lynn. She’d been with her grandmother and six foreign soldiers outside the Post Office at the time, but rather surprisingly her rage was directed at her grandmother rather than the sailors. In the local sporting world, the Lynn Teachers tennis team went to Ryston and won by 23-13 sets, while golfer Major BO Fyffe looked set to claim the Dormy House Club Cup at the Royal

West Norfolk Golf Club with opening rounds of 72 and 83. The local cricket season was in full swing, and the Walks hosted Gayton as they easily beat King’s Lynn II, who only managed a miserable 61 all out. In their 111-run reply, even the visitors’ opening pair managed to score 56 by themselves. Meanwhile, entertainment of a different (and excitingly new) kind was available at King’s Lynn’s Empire electric theatre on Broad Street, which was showing a film called The Bride of Mystery – wonderfully described as being “a really sensational drama depicting the struggle of a girl for her life while under the influence of a rascally hypnotist.” There were plenty of job opportunities at the time. For example, West Lynn Rectory was looking for a chauffeur, Cateleughs were looking for a smart youth (“quick at figures and good writer”) for office work, a boy was needed to work daily on the bookstall at Lynn’s railway station, while there was a position at a general store in the town (apply to Box 1537) for a woman to scrub floors for 2s a day. Naturally, some people did have plenty of money to spend. WH Johnson & Sons were offering the latest range of Ford cars “complete and ready for the road” from £125 (they also had a used 6hp Rover for £30), while Martin Coe’s on St James Street had a brand new range of cycles for sale, starting at £3. It was a time when a return fare (3rd Class) from King’s Lynn to Sandringham would cost you 8p, a full set of teeth from Mr G Eyles would set you back £1, and you could pick up a 7-foot mahogany Chippendale wardrobe at the Dersingham auction house for £24. There was no news of impending war, no great sense of international tension, and no soldiers – apart from the Norfolk and Suffolk Brigade, who

held a ceremonial parade at Holkham Park halfway through their two-week camp in the area. It was a very different story and a very different mood the following week, however, as the local newsapaper reported. “The declaration of war by AustriaHungary on Serbia has opened up the gravest possibilities for the whole of Europe,” read the main editorial. “What a conflict of all the great powers would mean, one trembles to contemplate.” How right that judgement was. Just three days after that was written, Britain delcared war on Germany. The world – and the lives of people living in and around King’s Lynn – would never be the same again.

POSTSCRIPT: The First World War quite literally came to King’s Lynn ﬁve months later with the very ﬁrst air-raid launched against the UK on Tuesday, 19th January 1915. Zeppelin L4, under the command of Count Magnus von Platen-Hallermund, dropped a number of bombs on the town, one of which hit Bentinck Road (above) and killed Percy Goate (14) and Alice Gazely (26), both of whom are buried in Hardwick Road Cemetery.

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The Big Interview BAE Systems is a global company engaged in the development, delivery and support of advanced defence, security and aerospace systems. On a local level, the BAE Systems team at RAF Marham is led by Dave Ward, who talks to KL magazine about the vital supporting role they play on a daily basis... KL MAGAZINE: Could you give us a brief overview of BAE Systems at RAF Marham? DAVE WARD: BAE Systems is responsible for providing support to the Royal Air Force Tornado Fleet. We carry out the maintenance and upgrades of the aircraft and work hard to ensure the squadrons have all the necessary equipment and technical advice they need to carry out their missions. KL MAGAZINE: What does your role as General Manager entail? DAVE WARD: As General Manager, I’m responsible for all members of the BAE Systems team at RAF Marham – they’re a dedicated, highly-skilled bunch who work very closely with the RAF every day. KL MAGAZINE: What are the biggest issues facing BAE Systems at RAF Marham today? DAVE WARD: There are many issues and challenges in supporting such an important national defence asset such as Tornado, particularly as the aircraft gets older. I also have the challenge of securing a long-term future for our people once the Tornado goes out of service in 2019. KL MAGAZINE: What’s the most rewarding part of your job? DAVE WARD: Undoubtedly, it’s seeing how integrated our people are with the RAF. The teamwork and partnering creates a really wonderful environment to work in. It’s hard work, but I always go home with a smile on my face.

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KL MAGAZINE: What’s been your greatest achievement as General Manager? DAVE WARD: Our biggest achievement is undoubtedly that the RAF Tornado Force continues to deliver exceptional results both at home and overseas. The fact we play a part in this (albeit a very small one) is incredibly satisfying.

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KL MAGAZINE: What have you learned from your work? DAVE WARD: I’ve learned that I know very little! The only way to be successful in this business is to make

best use of the huge levels of experience across the RAF and the BAE Systems team. KL MAGAZINE: What do you like best about Norfolk? DAVE WARD: I love the variety. Each village and every town has its own character and it’s great to be so close to some really beautiful coastline. It’s almost impossible to run out of places to explore and things to do.

KL MAGAZINE: Who’s your biggest inspiration? DAVE WARD: My wife Sue is quite an inspirational person. She survived cancer, became the first female aircraft handler in the Royal Navy and is the most incredible mum to our 8-year-old daughter Poppy.

KL MAGAZINE: In your free time, how do you like to relax? DAVE WARD: I don’t really get time to relax. My wife, daughter and I are usually having adventures of our own in our 50-yearold VW campervan. I also like to surf – and I compete in ultra-marathons such as the Marathon des Sables in the Sahara, which has been described as the toughest footrace on earth! I think I’d agree with that!

KL MAGAZINE: What was the last book you read? DAVE WARD: I’m currently about halfway through Tripwire by Lee Child. I love all his ‘Jack Reacher’ novels.

KL MAGAZINE: What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever been given? DAVE WARD: My grandfather has always told me that “every day is a school day.” That means you should never stop learning from your experiences, whether they’re positive or negative. I live my life by this advice.

KL MAGAZINE: Tell us something about yourself that would surprise people... DAVE WARD: I was on a TV talent show about 15 years ago. I sang a truly awful version of a Shakin’ Stevens song and I came last – deservedly so! I won’t tell you which show it was, as I think there may still be a clip somewhere on YouTube!

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here’s a very good reason why more and more people are choosing ECOnomy Windows for their conservatory. Instead of settling for pre-prepared designs and limited choices, today’s discerning customer insists on having a conservatory that meets their needs – and no one else’s. It has to blend perfectly into their home, meet their lifestyle expectations and fulﬁl the vision they have in mind. That’s exactly the approach that ECOnomy Windows has taken for almost 30 years. From start to ﬁnish, every part of each conservatory is designed as a unique

project and every element is individually manufactured – specific to a particular customer and their home. Judging by the ever-growing amount of glowing testimonials ECOnomy Windows continues to receive from satisfied customers throughout the area, it’s clearly an approach that works wonders. With a huge amount of local experience covering conservatories of every shape and size, ECOnomy Windows has the knowledge, the expertise and the technology to bring your dreams and visions to life. Working with you every step of the way from initial concept to final completion, ECOnomy

We would like to highlight the whole commitment of every member of the team at ECOnomy Windows to customer satisfaction. We were kept informed at all stages, and all work was completed promptly on the specified date. Our conservatory is absolutely lovely and we enjoy it every day of the week. It feels like we are now part of the garden. We’re so pleased we chose ECOnomy Windows – they were absolutely the right people. The whole installation was completely stress-free and we felt completely looked after from start to finish. We are so happy with our conservatory and would recommend ECOnomy Windows to anybody who asks. – Mr & Mrs C Wisbech Windows will keep you fully informed and updated at all times, and you’ll find that the company’s attention to detail and the sheer care taken with your property during building work is truly first class. If your dreams of a conservatory involve more than simply glass and plastic, let ECOnomy Windows put those ideas to paper and show you how they can come to life – professionally, precisely, and cost-effectively, with no pressure and no commitment. You can look forward to superb industry-leading products, a completely personal service in every department, and a GGF insurance-backed guarantee for total peace of mind – that’s what makes ECOnomy Windows everyone’s first choice! It’s where customers’ visions become amazing realities.

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CLIFTON HOUSE: THEN AND NOW A change to this month’s page, thanks to Paul Richards and his new book King’s Lynn Through Time (see page 80 for more details). Pictured above enjoying their garden recently are neighbours Paul Richards and Simon Thurley, the current owner of Clifton House and Chief Executive of English Heritage. Clifton House – arguably the most important house in the centre of King’s Lynn – was named after the 19th century merchant William Clifton, and for several years it was occupied by the Coulton family of lawyers. The picture at the top of the page features John James Coulton II (1818-1908) sitting in his chair – he was aﬀectionately known as ‘the gaﬀer’! KLmagazine June 2014

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Traditional values, local service – and a new look As they celebrate the opening of their new oﬃces just outside King’s Lynn, Ward Gethin Archer strengthens its reputation for high quality legal services

ith the opening of their new purpose-built offices just outside King’s Lynn, the long-established practice of Ward Gethin Archer is entering an exciting new phase in offering a comprehensive range of client-driven, personal legal services to businesses and private individuals across the region. With two offices in King’s Lynn and five local offices serving West Norfolk and Cambridgeshire, Ward Gethin Archer is one of the major names in the area – both in terms of size and expertise. Not only is the practice a member of LawNet (the UK’s leading group of law firms), Ward Gethin Archer is also authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, is ISO 9002 certified, and is featured in the Legal 500 – the

internationally respected guide to high legal standards and outstanding customer service. The new offices at Bergen Way will add a new dimension to the practice for customers, according to Managing Partner Chris Dewey. “Our premises on the Tuesday Market Place in the heart of King’s Lynn are remaining open, which will give local clients the choice of either visiting us in the town centre or at our new offices, whichever is most convenient for them,” he says. “We’re confident the new offices will make a significant difference to visiting clients, whether they need us for personal or business services. Best of all, we’ll still be offering individual and professional legal advice at every one of our seven

office locations across the area.” The highly qualified team of solicitors and legal executives at Ward Gethin Archer is dedicated to providing the best possible legal services at a time when service and quality really matters. The practice offers legal advice in all areas of expertise from family issues to commercial law (the practice even has a dedicated agricultural team), from personal injury to employment disputes, from property and wills to probate, and lots more besides. Everyone will need a lawyer at some time in their lives, and that’s often at a major stage in those lives. It’s reassuring to know that wherever you are, you can always call on Ward Gethin Archer for a first-class legal service that puts you and your needs first.

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ABOVE: The grand exterior of Felbrigg Hall – the inscription across the front reads (in Latin) Glory to God in the Highest

The history of a Norfolk family written in stone... Described as one of the most elegant country houses in East Anglia, Felbrigg Hall stirs the imagination with every room, and its building charts the remarkable history of an ancient local family

ouses are full of history, and (though it’s not always the case) the grander the house, the grander the history. That’s certainly true of Felbrigg Hall, which is one of the most elegant country houses in East Anglia and charts the rise and fall of the Windham family, teaching us a great deal about the history of the English gentry over the past 400 years. From Norfolk landowning stock, they attained wealth through agriculture, gained considerable political and social fame, and even made an impact on the national stage – although the direct

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family line died out in the 20th century, Felbrigg Hall and its estate remains cherished to this day, maintaining the family’s legacy. The evolution and development of Felbrigg (the name ultimately derives from ‘ﬁolbrygga’, the Scandinavian for ‘plank bridge’) has taken place over several centuries. The original Jacobean frontage is still evident, but the property has changed enormously over the years, in line with the family fortunes. The ﬁrst of the Felbrigg Windhams arrived in the mid-15th century. John Wymondham’s family had held land around the south Norfolk town of that

name (they later changed the spelling of the family name) and had to overcome violent resistance from the Felbrigg family who had formerly held the land. Despite the execution of Sir John’s son by Henry VII for treason, the Windhams prospered under the Tudors, and like many families they actually reaped some beneﬁts from the Dissolution of the Monasteries – picking up Beeston Monastery, for example. Thomas Windham inherited the hall in 1599 following the death of his brother Roger and began the building of the house in its familiar guise, inﬂuenced by Sir Henry Hobart who

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was building nearby Blickling Hall (the influences are plainly obvious). The distinctive lettering across the first floor of the house dates from this era, reading (in Latin) Glory to God in the Highest. During the Civil War, the family (like most of Norfolk) backed Parliament, meaning they avoided the violence that affected Royalist houses such as Oxburgh. Thomas Windham’s eldest son John became a cavalry captain, but his later life was less happy – after inheriting the house, he married three times but all his wives died childless and his half-brother William eventually took over Felbrigg. Together with his wife Katherine, William embarked on an ambitious building programme at Felbrigg, constructing a new west wing – and though he didn’t live to see its completion, his initials can still be seen on the drawing room ceiling. Outliving him by some 40 years, his wife Katherine managed the estate before their son Ashe came of age. This was the time (the late 17th century) when the aristocracy of England got a real taste for the exotic, touring Europe and bringing back a wealth of artwork and furniture. Although his younger brother William lost a leg at the Battle of Blenheim in 1704 and another brother was lost at sea, Ashe’s son William II had better fortunes, following his father’s footsteps across the continent – and

his expedition to the Alps in 1741 actually began the British craze for mountain-climbing. On his return, he began another round of building at Felbrigg, eventually furnishing a room of the house with an extensive collection of paintings he’d brought back from Italy. The Windhams also produced a son who eventually made his name known in national politics. William III’s ﬁrst public speech has been preserved by the diarist Parson Woodforde, who was present when the young Windham spoke out against the American War in 1778. His political acumen and oratory skills eventually saw him become Secretary of War during the French wars of the 1790s. It was a time of heightened tensions in the world of international politics, and there was little time for building. It seems there was even less time to build the family – on his death in 1810, William III left Felbrigg to Vice-Admiral William Lukin, the son of his halfbrother. Lukin had joined the Navy aged 13, and actually fought with Nelson at the Battle of Copenhagen. Rather graciously, Lukin changed his name to Windham on moving into Felbrigg and he’s immortalised in the painting of himself and his brothers which hangs in the hall’s Morning Room. He revitalised the fortunes of the house for a while, but things soon took a turn for the worse. William Frederick – who earned the

unfortunate name ‘Mad Windham’ – was a true Victorian eccentric. He often dressed as a London policeman, and also acquired a mail van, in which he drove dangerously to Norwich for his letters. Exploited by any number of unscrupulous parties, he fell hopelessly into debt, and the estate was sold to the Norwich merchant John Ketton in 1863. It proved increasingly hard to maintain the expensive house, but as it began to decay with a sense of inevitability, the family produced one last remarkable ﬁgure. Robert Windham Ketton-Cremer was a gifted amateur historian, and his perceptive studies of Norfolk in the Civil War are still worth reading. To commemorate the death of his brother Richard in Crete during the Second World War, he planted the Victory V plantation at Felbrigg, the arms of which frame the distant view of Norwich Cathedral. On his death in 1969, he left the house to the National Trust, which has ensured Felbrigg Hall remains a place of surprises and delights, a mixture of opulence and homeliness where each room has something to feed the imagination – and oﬀers a fascinating look at a very personal history.

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Welle Manor Hall Upwell With its ancient carvings, wood panelling, and fortified towers, Welle Manor Hall is surrounded by beautiful gardens, terraces, sweeping lawns and mature trees. It’s also the birthplace of Norfolk Punch, a tonic believed to have healing powers, and with its nine bedrooms, gorgeous living rooms and historic features, it’s sure to please. l Exquisite 9-bedroom Medieval and Tudor Hall with Victorian additions l Five receptions l The main part of the property was probably rebuilt around 1360 and has been fastidiously maintained to a very high degree by its current owners l Partially converted Cart Lodge which could comprise three bedrooms and two receptions l The house boasts two fortified towers l Stunning grounds of 3.5 acres l Accommodation extends to 6,816 sq ft Welle Manor Hall is currently on the market with Fine & Country at a guide price of £1,470,000. To arrange a viewing or for further details of this wonderful property, please contact Fine & Country at 27/28 Tuesday Market Place, King’s Lynn, telephone 01553 769100 or visit the website at www.fineandcountry.com

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A breath of fresh air for your conservatory – all year round! Get more from your conservatory with a range of air conditioning options from 4 Way Refrigeration Ltd – fitted in less than a day!

aving invested a considerable amount of money in your conservatory, you’ll be justifiably proud of it – but if it’s far too hot in the summer and far too cold in the winter, you may be disappointed that you’re not getting as much use from it as you could be. Thanks to the range of air conditioning options available from 4 Way Refrigeration Ltd, there’s an easy way to turn a 2-month conservatory into an all-year conseveratory. By sourcing the best quality and most technologically-advanced products currently available, 4 Way Refrigeration Ltd’s air conditioning units offer virtually silent operation, cost-effectiveness, environmental benefits – and they look stylish and discrete in any setting. “It’s not just commercial premises that need air conditioning,” says Steve Simpson of 4 Way Refrigeration Ltd. “You’ll spend more time at home than

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you do in your office, so it makes sense to make your living space as comfortable as you can. Without any control over the temperature in your conservatory, you don’t have any control over how much you can enjoy it – and when.” 4 Way Refrigeration Ltd has been installing air conditioning in conservatories for well over ten years now, and has the experience and expertise to ensure an effective, costefficient and great-looking solution. “The systems cost as little as £1,000 and can be fitted in less than a day,” says Steve. “In addition, today’s air

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Celebrating two decades of quality service! 1994-2014

ROYTHORNE & SON: Celebrating 20 years of quality service are David and Sarah Roythorne (left) together with General Manager Nigel Marsters (centre) and the technician team of Steve Eglen, Wayne Bambridge and Marc Fraser

20 years of ﬁrst class service... At Roythorne & Son, the secret of success lies in oﬀering great service at an equally attractive price, as David Roythorne explains

elebrating 20 years is a major milestone for any business, but according to David Roythorne, who founded Roythorne & Son back in May 1994, there’s no great secret to the success of the local, independent and family-run garage that’s just 10 minutes away from the centre of King’s Lynn. “Because we’re independent, we’re not tied to any one party or one speciﬁc manufacturer,” says David, who himself has over 40 years in the motor trade. “That means we have the freedom to source the very best prices and the best quality for our customers – and that’s one of the reasons why our customers are so loyal to us. We’ve been looking after some of them (and their cars) right from the beginning, so we owe them a big thank you for helping us reach this 20-year milestone.” Although Roythorne & Son has built a

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strong reputation as BMW specialists over the years, their fully-trained and qualified team of technicians can service and repair virtually any make of vehicle. With a 4-bay workshop packed with the very latest diagnostic equipment (including dealer-level Autologic systems), Roythorne & Son has the resources to undertake everything from windscreen chips and valeting to major bodywork repairs, Class 4 MOT testing and specialist servicing. That’s in addition to a great selection of used cars, online access to thousands more, and a dedication to looking after customers with as much care and attention as they do their cars. Oh, and they still serve petrol and diesel too! “For 20 years, we’ve kept it very simple,” says David. “We oﬀer the best quality we possiblly can at the fairest price we can achieve. Whatever you drive, whatever the problem, Roythorne & Son is at your service!”

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ABOVE: Kevin Bristow besides one of his beehives just outside King’s Lynn. “There’s always something new to see,” he says, “and you’re always learning something new – bees seem to like giving you a challenge.”

Inside the wonderful world of the honey bee Four years after failing to win a beehive at a country show in Shropshire, local beekeeper Kevin Bristow now has five hives that reward him with constant fascination – and a helping of honey

here are depictions of people collecting honey from bees dating back 15,000 years. Eﬀorts to domesticate the remarkable little creatures are shown in Egyptian art from some 4,500 years ago, and sealed honey vats found in the tomb of Tutankhamen still contained edible honey (thanks to its natural preservatives) after spending 2,000 years buried under the sands. Kevin Bristow’s relationship with bees doesn’t go back quite so far. Just four years in fact. “I was on a family holiday in Shropshire, visiting a local country fair,” he remembers. “There was a free prize KLmagazine June 2014

draw going on and the winner received a beehive. It would be nice to say that I won and that’s how it all started, but I’ve never been particularly lucky in prize draws!” Although Kevin gave it little more thought, his wife remembered – and on Christmas Day he found himself in possession of a ﬂat-packed beehive and a book on beekeeping. “It was the middle of winter, and I had a beehive and a book – but no bees!” says Kevin. “I didn’t really know how to get started, so I contacted the West Norfolk and King’s Lynn Beekeepers’ Association.” The oldest such association in Norfolk (having been in existence since 37

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BEES being reformed in 1920), the WNKLBA works to promote bees and beekeeping, provides a range of services to beekeepers in the area, and (fortunately for Kevin) offers invaluable help to those new to beekeeping. “They were absolutely fantastic,” he says. “I went on a number of courses, learned an enormous amount, received plenty of really useful advice from some really friendly people, and was even given a mentor in the shape of John Woodford, who’s a very experienced beekeeper. And then – at last – I got some bees!” It wasn’t all plain sailing, however. Kevin’s first full season happened to be the worst year for beekeeping in living memory. The bees weren’t happy, they didn’t produce a drop of honey, and Kevin wondered what he’d got himself into. “I kept at it, and I kept training, and I had my first honey last year,” he says. “This year’s been really promising on the honey front so far. I like to think of it as a ‘thank you’ from the bees for me having looked after them. Maybe at some stage I’ll think about finding someone to distribute and sell it for me, but I don’t think of it as a moneymaking exercise. It’s a hobby first and foremost and I do it for the sheer enjoyment.” Kevin now has six hives (including his original Christmas present), which he keeps in the grounds of his workplace just outside King’s Lynn. It may sound like an odd location (each hive can be home to 20,000-50,000 bees), but there’s a good reason for it. “Inspecting the hives really needs to be done in the middle of the day when most of the bees are out and about foraging,” he explains, “and having them close to hand means I can pop over at

lunchtime and ensure everything’s ok and they don’t need anything.” There’s no doubt that for Kevin, opening up the hives and seeing what the bees have been up to is the pastime’s greatest appeal. “There’s always something new to see and you’re always learning something new,” he says. “Bees seem to like giving you a challenge, and the last three years have all been about learning what they want and how to tackle the various tasks they set you.” Watching Kevin open up the hives and uncovering a completely new world is a captivating experience, and it’s easy to see why beekeeping is attracting more and more people and continues to grow in popularity. “I remember when I went to my very ﬁrst meeting of novice beekeepers,” he remembers. “I expected to meet a couple of other newcomers like me, but there were 25 people there! I was amazed that so many people were taking it up.” Why are people being so drawn to keeping bees? “I think it’s because they have such a completely diﬀerent life cycle to what we’re normally used to,” he says. “The way a colony works togther as a complete unit – rather than being a mass of individuals – and follows a ‘hive mentality’ is simply amazing. They’re really fascinating creatures.” It’s estimated that there are currently 24,000 beekeepers in the UK. If they all have the same enthusiasm and dedication to their charges as Kevin Bristow, the future of this extraordinary little creature is in very safe hands.

Bees are the only insects in the world that make food we can eat Honey contains all the substances needed to sustain life, including enzymes, water, minerals and vitamins Honey is the only food to contain pinocembrin, an antioxidant that improves brain function A single bee will only make 1/12th of a teaspoon of honey in its entire life Worker bees are all female, and are the only ones who will attack you, and then only if they feel threatened 1kg of honey requires 1,100 bees to visit 4 million flowers Beekeepers only take the honey the bees don’t need, but this can still be as much as 45kg from one hive Bees communicate by smells (pheromones) and by performing special ‘dances’ – each colony smells different to the bees, which helps them find where they live

For more details on beekeeping in the area, please see the Association’s website at www.wnklba.co.uk

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Pets

AnimalMatters Our monthly look at the issues concerning you and your pets with Alex Dallas of the London Road Veterinary Centre...

GREAT IDEAS! We’ve generally had the same flea and worming products for several years now, and there’s some doubt creeping in over their effectiveness. It’s certainly true that some clients find treating their pets an arduous challenge! Well, here’s the good news – we’ve got two new revolutionary products to make parasite control for your pets a lot easier and more effective. For cats, a new product keeps fleas, ticks, roundworms and tapeworms under control with one simple monthly application on the back of the neck – no more tablets for cats! For dogs, there’s a new tasty treat that kills fleas and ticks with no restrictions on the dog’s ability to swim or have a bath – all by simply feeding your dog a yummy soft chew every month. I like the idea of a monthly treatment, as I’m more likely to remember it as opposed to a three-monthly effort. Because of this regular and frequent administration, effectiveness is addressed and our pets should benefit with freedom from fleas, ticks and other parasites. For more information about these products please come and see us, telephone us or visit our website.

The Shuttle has landed J ust a few weeks ago, we took delivery of a brand new van, all ﬁtted out for comfort and with a fabulous eye-catching design. This new vehicle replaces our old longstanding animal ambulance that previously travelled up and down the A10, ferrying patients between our main premises at London Road in King’s Lynn and our branch surgery at The Hollies in Downham Market. Pet ambulances are a common element of a practice’s service to their customers, but as we tend to mainly use ours for transporting patients for routine procedures (rather than simply using it for emergencies), we’ve chosen to call the new vehicle The Pet Shuttle, as it literally shuttles between the two sites on a daily basis. Actually, the practice has had an animal ambulance since the 1970s, and it was originally used for animal emergencies and bringing pets and owners to us who couldn’t otherwise get to the King’s Lynn surgery. In those days, we also used it for farm

deliveries, taking medicines to clients and offering back-up on farms when more equipment or some extra muscle was needed. After opening our Downham Market practice in 1993, the role of the ambulance changed as it evolved into a valuable link between our two sites, transporting animals to where they would be dropped off or collected for treatment. We do still offer the shuttle as a way of bringing an urgent case to the practice where an owner cannot do so. It also goes on missions to the RSPCA Wildlife Hospital at East Winch, and sometimes it will take a very sick pet off to a referral centre for further expert care. We’ve chosen a design that I have never seen before as a practice vehicle, and we’ve given it a nice touch of humour. We hope you won’t miss The Pet Shuttle when it’s out and about, driven by Cliff with our patients on board. If you do see them, please give them a wave!

Your pets Thanks to L CROSS of Heacham for this charming picture of Sabre, who seems to be as content as a cat can be. Originally a 6-week-old rescue cat from the PACT Animal Sanctuary in Hingham, Sabre’s now ten years old – and still full of life. When he’s not relaxing, that is. Don’t forget to keep sending pictures of your pets to me at Animal Matters, KL magazine, 18 Tuesday Market Place, King’s Lynn, Norfolk PE30 1JW or you can e-mail them to editor@klmagazine.co.uk

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PICTURES: MONICA VINADER

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Inside the beautiful world of Monica Vinader Monica Vinader’s jewellery is internationally famous, worn by celebrities everywhere, and won a Brand of the Year Award on its debut in 2009. And it all starts at a converted forge in Docking...

onica Vinader is a hugely-successful British jewellery brand that celebrates individuality and opens up a stylish new category that lies somewhere between fashion and ﬁne jewellery. This is jewellery for everyone: easy-to-wear, contemporary pieces to style, to stack and to personalise with engraving. The brand’s unique designs have won it a diverse celebrity following including Kate Winslet, Cheryl Cole, Claudia Schiﬀer, Mary Portas, Kylie (and Dannii) Minogue and Keira Knightly. Nicole Scherzinger even wore a pair of Monica

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Vinader diamond disc earrings for last year’s X Factor Final. Its iconic friendship bracelets, vibrant gemstones and cutting-edge diamond pieces have made Monica Vinader internationally successful. At its debut in 2009, Monica Vinader won Brand of the Year at the UK Jewellery Awards, and has since then been stocked by global luxury retailers including Harrods and Selfridges (voted the best department store in the world). There are Monica Vinader boutiques in London’s Canary Wharf and Mayfair. It thus comes as something as surprise to learn that the home of Monica Vinader – and the heart of the

design process – is the small West Norfolk village of Docking. Having said that, founder and CEO Monica Vinader (who was born in Spain and raised in the UK) actually mastered her craft while she was living in Santa Fe, New Mexico and was working for a Native American sculptor. “There I discovered some amazing tribal jewellers who were crafting beautiful talismatic pieces of jewellery by hand,” she says. “It was stunning work, and I picked it up from there.” Inspired by their work, Monica started collecting ‘found’ objects and pieces of jade in order to make her very ﬁrst jewellery collection – which she still

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has to this day. “My collections still have the spirit of that found, natural object,” says Monica. “They’re a celebration of the magical feeling I still find in the stones when I cut them.” After settling in Norfolk, Monica started her jewellery business as a bespoke service, creating one-off pieces by hand at her converted forge in Docking. Despite the growth of the the business (Monica currently has a staff of around 100 people), Norfolk remains the place where Monica and her creative team design and develop all the collections. Monica continues to find inspiration in everything from art and architecture to natural landscapes, still surrounding herself with found objects and viewing the world with avid curiosity. It’s also notable that Monica designs every piece of Monica Vinader jewellery herself, and does so on instinct – with the simple aim of creating something that’s both very special and suitable for everyday wear. Production itself takes place in India, where every single stone is cut and faceted by hand from rough, using contemporary cuts. It’s a process that means every piece is entirely unique. It’s also reassuring to hear Monica talk about the ethical side of the business. “We create high quality products and we pay respect to the materials that go into making them,” she says. “All our diamonds are sourced through suppliers that comply with United Nations resolutions and adhere to the Kimberley Process, which prevents the distribution of conflict diamonds. We’re also one of the 36 fine jewellery designers approved by Gemfields, who are the world’s leading supplier of responsibly sourced coloured gemstones.” Those stones are largely sourced from India, a country with a special significance for Monica, as she says the country fuels her creativity and inspires many of her designs. “I’ve always been fascinated by India,” she says. “The vibrancy of its culture and the majestic beauty of its landscapes means that there’s always something waiting to be discovered. I don’t think I have a particularly complicated philosophy when it comes to jewellery. I simply love using great materials to make things I would want to wear and that people really want to wear themselves. It’s quite basic, really – it’s about making jewellery that I love. That’s what propels me.” For more details and information, see www.monicavinader.com

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“We pride ourselves on the quality and professional standards of our staﬀ, and their expertise and experience is invaluable for helping people follow a healthy lifestyle...” SHONA WILKINSON Head Nutritionist, NutriCentre

King’s Lynn welcomes an expert approach to nutrition

ecently, you may have heard that the recommended daily intake of fruit and vegetables has risen from 5-a-day to 10-a-day. The change was prompted by an ongoing UK-based health and lifestyle study that found people who eat seven or more portions of fruit and vegetables a day had a 33% reduced risk of death (especially from cardiovascular disease and cancer) compared with people who ate less than one portion. It’s never been more important to maintain a healthy diet and make the right choices – which is why the arrival of the NutriCentre in King’s Lynn is such good news. The newly-opened store at the town’s Tesco Extra on Hardwick Road is the latest in NutriCentre’s growing network that covers the UK, and offers cutting-edge quality in nutritional help and advice, products and a commitment to first-class customer service. Indeed, it’s the personal touch at NutriCentre that makes all the difference. “Every NutriCentre store has both a fullyqualified nutritionist and a fully-qualified sports nutritionist,” says NutriCentre’s Head Nutritionist Shona Wilkinson. “We pride ourselves on the quality and professional standards of our staff, and their expertise

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and experience is invaluable for helping people follow a healthy lifestyle.” That expertise is supported by one the world’s largest supplies of nutritional products, with over 30,000 lines and over 400 brands covering vitamins and minerals, herbal and holistic remedies and health supplements. In addition to offering help and advice and hour-long 1-to-1 consultations on everything from balancing diet with prescription medicine to sports training, the nutritionists at NutriCentre can even help you master the art of healthy shopping. “Our nutritionists will happily take you on a special tour of Tesco,” says Shona, “showing you how to identify the healthy options, helping you make the right choices, and enabling you to make sense of food labelling. These are vitally important skills for ensuring you and your family enjoy a healthy diet.” The NutriCentre message isn’t just confined to the food shelves and counters, however. The nutritionists are actively involved in the local community, visiting schools, businesses and mother and toddler groups, giving talks and offering advice and support. More than ever, being able to manage your health confidently through good

nutrition is essential – which means there’s never been a better time to visit King’s Lynn’s new NutriCentre. It’s a visit that could well change your life!

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Health The modern face of age-old healthcare... hat we today call Complementary and Alternative therapies are often age-old treatments that our ancestors have used since the dawn of time. The wise woman of the village would use various herbs and tinctures, together with nutritional advice and techniques such as massage and counselling to treat illnesses and to mend broken bodies, hearts and minds. Those traditional healing practices are the origins of modern medicine – it’s no surprise that drug companies often look at traditional herbalism to source potential new drugs. So are they complementary or are they alternative – and what’s the diﬀerence? Well, although these therapies may be sought by many people as ‘alternatives’ to orthodox medicine, most modern therapists are used to working alongside them, thereby providing a ‘complementary’ approach to supporting health and wellbeing. As for evidence to support their value, there’s plenty of documented anecdotal evidence (depending on the therapy) of many thousands of people successfully treated over hundreds of years. More recently, there are increasing numbers of modern studies showing the very real beneﬁts of therapies, though due to the nature of complementary therapies

(addressing the person as an individual and tailoring the treatment to suit), the double-blind clinical trial used for conventional medicine isn’t really the best method for testing these. In addition, it’s worth noting that many nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals go on to train in complementary therapies. These professionals know the value of these therapies and understand their place in the healthcare of today – and of the future. There are many different types of therapies currently available, which can be loosely separated into those that are ‘talking’ therapies (such as Counselling, Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy); those that give you something to take (such as Homoeopathy, Flower Remedies, Herbal Medicine and Nutrition); those that work with energy (such as Reiki, Craniosacral Therapy, and Healing); and those that use touch (such as Massage, Reflexology and Craniosacral Therapy). Note that because of their nature, many therapies overlap these categories. Therapies can also be grouped according to whether they work primarily with a person’s energy, body, mind or emotions – although since these are holistic therapies, most practitioners say they’re working with all aspects of the person regardless of the specific modality they practise. Instead of treating the systems of the body

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separately, they treat the person as a whole, seeking the cause behind the symptoms, and using natural remedies and treatments to encourage rebalance and healing to all aspects of mind, body and spirit. Deciding which complementary therapy might help you, and then choosing a therapist can be confusing, as there are many different therapies and many different therapists available to help you. By far the best place to start is with recommendations from friends and family. Always ask any therapist you’re thinking of using about their qualifications and experience, specifically in the area you are looking for help with. Although the majority are not regulated by statute, reputable practitioners would be expected to be a member of a reputable independent and/or voluntary regulatory body, which has set standards for qualifications, a code of practice, and requirements for public indemnity insurance. Just as modern medicine doesn’t have all the answers, neither does complementary medicine. Working together to offer you the best of both is perhaps the way forward for healthcare.

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Food & Drink

The ultimate seafood...

aving come a long way since the 19th century, when they were so plentiful and cheap they were used to bulk out pies, soups and stews, oysters are today often considered the ultimate in food style and luxury. They’re still something of an acquired taste however, but if you can get past their slippery texture and salty flavour you’re in for a real treat. CHOOSE... Oysters are available all year round, and there’s an odd (and old) tradition that they’re at their best when there’s an ‘r’ in the month. There are two main types – native oysters and Pacific oysters – and while native oysters are the finest, they’re also the most expensive. Both types are sold live and graded according to size – the bigger the better. The best way to buy them is closed so they’ll be as fresh as possible when you open them. A fishmonger can do

that for you, but they should be eaten on the day of purchase and kept covered in a fridge until just before serving. Shelled oysters are available frozen, and you can even ﬁnd smoked oysters in cans – both are very good for cooked dishes. PREPARE... If you’ve bought live oysters, check the shells are closed and look for any cracks – discard any damaged ones. Scrub the shells with a stiﬀ brush under a cold tap then open (carefully!) with a sturdy knife. Frozen oysters should be defrosted in the fridge before use – leave them for at least 4 hours or overnight. COOK... Fresh oysters are very delicate and are best eaten raw because they can quickly overcook and become rubbery, but they can be grilled in their half shells, seasoned (and protected) by

breadcrumbs and herbs. They can also be tipped out of their shells and panfried in butter – allow 2-4 minutes at the most. To make Angels on Horseback (the perfect canape) wrap raw shelled oysters in small pieces of streaky bacon, Parma ham or pancetta and thread onto skewers, packing them close so they don’t unravel and overcook. Roast in the oven at 200o for 6 minutes. Very simple – and simply wonderful! DON’T COOK... The usual serving of raw oysters is 6 per person, though it’s not a hard and fast rule. Opening the shells is easier if you invest in an oyster shucker (they have a guard to protect your hands), but a short, sturdy knife with a sharp tip will work if you’re careful. Serve the oysters on a bed of crushed ice with some seaweed (if you can get it), lemon halves, and season with sea salt, black pepper and Tabasco.

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Recipe by Tom Walton INGREDIENTS 2 bunches baby beetroot extra virgin olive oil 1 lemon, juice only 4 x 160g salmon fillets 60ml vegetable oil salt and white pepper 1 medium bulb of fennel 4 radishes Âź bunch tarragon, picked Âź bunch flat parsley, roughly chopped 3 sprigs dill 20ml chardonnay vinegar 80ml extra virgin olive oil 100g yoghurt cheese Preparation: 30 min Cooking: 55 min Serves: 4 Wine Match: Chardonnay

Pan Roasted Salmon with Beetroot and Fennel METHOD 1 Preheat the oven to 150o and trim and wash the beetroot. Wrap them in foil with a little seasoning and oil, and roast for 45 minutes or until tender.

5 Heat a frying pan to high and add the vegetable oil. Season the fish and place in the pan. Turn the heat down to a medium and gently cook skin side down until crisp.

2 Peel the beetroot while still warm and trim to neaten. Dress with a little extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice, and set aside.

6 Turn the fish over or place the frying pan in the oven to roast to the desired finish (try not to overcook it, however).

3 Shave the fennel as thinly as possible, and slice the radishes into thin rounds. 4 Place into a bowl with the herbs and dress with the chardonnay vinegar, seasoning and extra virgin olive oil.

7 While the fish is cooking, divide the yoghurt cheese between four plates, smearing it carefully to create a base. 8 Divide the fennel salad and beetroots between the plates and sit the fish on top. Add a good squeeze of lemon to finish.

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An evening at the King’s Head at Letheringsett...

ome things really are worth waiting for. Some friends of ours recommended a visit to the King’s Head at Letheringsett (just outside Holt) a few years ago following the pub’s extensive renovation, and more recently we met another couple who had actually stayed overnight in one of the newly-decorated bedrooms. Their enthusiasm finally provided the incentive for us to book a table for two and discover the King’s Head for ourselves. It’s a lovely building in a glorious setting, and the interior offers a welcoming and relaxing mix of original features and modern-day comfort in the bar and restaurant. There are plenty of different seating arrangements to suit everything from intimate dinners to larger social gatherings, and if you're lucky enough

main courses, my wife opted for the vegetarian choice, which was a Mushroom and Binham Blue cheese pie. It should have been served with greens, but she took up the offer (it was nice to be asked) of it being accompanied by hand-cut chips instead. I selected the Cheese and Bacon Burger, which came with handcut chips along with a wonderful tomato relish. Both meals were outstanding on all counts – in terms of the amount of food on the plate, its presentation, its quality and its taste. It’s very difficult to pick some highlights, but my wife did comment on how much flavour the mushrooms had – and my burger was quite clearly made with an expert touch, being packed with taste. For dessert, my wife had a delightful Iced Banana and Nougat Parfait, while I couldn’t resist the Forced Rhubarb and Pear Charlotte, which was served with a wonderful helping of cinnamon ice cream. Even the coffee we enjoyed to complete the meal was notably fresh and authentic, unlike some of the weak after-dinner brews we often seem to be served. Throughout our meal the waiting staff were helpful and attentive without being overbearing, and the atmosphere produced by the mix of other diners and regular visitors at the bar was very relaxed and friendly. As I said at the beginning, some things really are worth waiting for – and we wish we visited the King's Head a lot sooner so we could pass on our recommendation. Absolutely lovely food, a wonderful setting, great value and a genuinely warm welcome. What more could you ask for?

to visit on a warm evening you’ll be pleased to learn the enormous garden also has its very own bar (in addition to a willow maze and a climbing tower for the children). On arriving, we were treated to a very warm welcome, were handed a menu and wine list, and offered the chance of browsing at the bar or at our table. Opting for the latter, we ordered a couple of glasses of a particularly fine Rioja from the extensive wine list – although lovers of good ale will appreciate the very good choice of local beers. We were also pleasantly surprised that champagne was available by the glass, which is something of a rarity these days. We placed our food order, and were then given a generous helping of olives and (very) fresh bread while our meals were prepared. All five of the starters sounded tempting, but quite independently my wife and I chose the Beetroot, Binham Blue and Candied Walnut salad. They FOOD SERVICE VALUE say great minds think alike, and we certainly had no complaints with our choice. The salads were a joy to look at, and had obviously been produced with a great THE KING’S HEAD deal of care for the mix of Holt Road, Letheringsett, Norfolk NR25 7AR flavours. They were Tel: 01263 712691 absolutely delicious. Web: www.kingsheadnorfolk.co.uk From the selection of 11

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n a bright sunny lunchtime recently, we decided to pop into the lovely park tearoom and terrace at Snettisham Park. Although most people probably visit the park for the magical deer safaris and farmyard activities, we actually visited on the recommendation of friends from Suffolk who had enjoyed a wonderful lunch there. The Park Tearoom is now run by the award-wining Norfolk cheesemaker Ellie Chalmers, and it’s a lovely light and airy space with some fabulous views. The café has a distinct Scandinavian feel (to my eyes!) with all the wood panelling and deer antlers hanging from the beams – and there’s plenty of seating indoors and outdoors on the terrace. There’s a very relaxed atmosphere, and the staff are very friendly, making a real effort in making diners feel special and genuinely welcome. The Park Tearoom has a comprehensive snack and light lunch menu, and it’s a nice touch to see that all the cakes and breads are homemade at Bircham Windmill – we heard that the coffee cake is in particularly high demand! There’s also a children’s menu which offers Mini-Farmers picnic boxes, which we thought was a lovely idea. For lunch, I chose the Norfolk Charm cheese and red onion quiche with side salad, which was very tasty, thanks to the delicious fresh crust and the wonderfully-flavoured cheese. My husband decided to have the Snettisham Park venison burger, which was served with coleslaw and salad. He really enjoyed it, saying it was packed with taste and cooked just right. We followed this up with two pieces of spicy ginger cake, which was extremely moist and very fresh – it made a nice change to have some ginger cake that actually tasted of real ginger! It was a truly lovely lunch, and as we shared a pot of tea we couldn’t help commenting on what great value for money it was as well. There are some wonderful trail walks in the park (maps are available from the visitor centre) or you can visit the farm to further extend your visit, but if you’d rather just relax and enjoy a lovely lunch then you’ll be made to feel very welcome. We’ll certainly be back – it was great! SNETTISHAM PARK TEAROOM & TERRACE Snettisham Park, Snettisham, King’s Lynn PE31 7NG Telephone: 01485 542425 Web: www.snettishampark.co.uk

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A taste of Norfolk: a family tradition

or Kim Starling, sourcing top quality, fresh and flavourpacked produce and supporting local growers is nothing new – it’s in the blood. For over 50 years, Starlings of Swaffham has offered the brand of firstclass quality and friendly customer service that only a friendly family-run greengrocer, fruiterer and florist can provide – and now Kim’s taking that reputation (and success) to an even wider audience, thanks to the growing popularity of her Luxury Fruit Baskets. “Starlings has been making fruit baskets from the very beginning,” she says, “but as the word spread, more

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and more people from around Norfolk and beyond were discovering just how good they are – which has meant we’ve recently introduced an online ordering and delivery service to cover the whole of the UK.” As you’d expect, there’s a wonderful choice of themed baskets – from the Best Wishes Basket to the Mediterranean Feast Basket. They’re all packed with goodness, all full of great ideas, and all designed to support Kim’s network of fantastic local suppliers. For instance, the Beautiful Norfolk Basket includes tomatoes from Stoke Ferry, asparagus from Beachamwell, apple juice from Ashill Fruit Farm and amazing ﬂavoured honey from Surlingham “We still oﬀer wonderful fruit and

vegetables every day, and we still offer an exciting and unusual range of flowers for every occasion,” says Kim. “The success of the fruit baskets is just another sign that in what some people say are difficult times Starlings keeps going from strength to strength!” For a taste of the very best that Norfolk has to offer, it’s great to see Kim continuing a successful family tradition of quality and service.

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ABOVE: The new Gallery & Exhibition space is just one of the restored and rejuvenated areas of King’s Lynn’s Hanse House (opposite)

Taking Hanse House into the 21st century... For over 500 years, it’s played an important role in the life of King’s Lynn. Now James and Christina Lee are writing a new chapter in the life of England’s very last Hanseatic warehouse.

anse House has a very long history, but the same can’t be said of its name, which is – somewhat surprisingly – still only ﬁve years old. Formerly known as St. Margaret’s House, the building was actually known as the Steelyard (from the German ‘stalhof’) for most of its life – 400 years in fact. There’s no doubting its importance, however. Hanse House is a Grade 1 listed building and is the only Hanseatic warehouse surviving in England. Since its original construction around 1480, the building has been altered and extended over the years to meet the changing needs of its various occupants, and this adaptability has

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been central to its survival – and a crucial element of the current development that’s taking Hanse House boldly into the future. The original licence to build relating to the site was granted around 1474, and the original building is likely to have consisted of two Hanseatic warehouses (constructed around 1480) and a street range where the Georgian house stands today. At the start of the 16th century, some 40 German merchants were based in King’s Lynn and it’s likely that forest products and other goods from the Baltic were stored there. The ‘West Link Range’ (the section of the building facing the South Quay) was almost certainly built later than the warehouses, the mini-boom of the

early 1500s generating the suﬃcient funds for its construction, which created and enclosed the courtyard. Between the 1560s and 1751 the Hanseatic League leased the building to local merchants and it was during this time that signiﬁcant alterations and extensions were made to the warehouses – until they were sold by the League to the wealthy King’s Lynn merchant Edward Everard for the sum of £800, a move which led to the construction of the imposing Georgian house that still faces St. Margaret’s Place today. The 17th and 18th centuries saw the construction (and subsequent alteration) of two extensions to the warehouses on the river-facing side,

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which resulted in the loss of the medieval gable ends and the water gate that had existed for the reception of goods (it’s worth remembering the building had been much closer to the river for most of its life). Over the years, various parts of the building have served as maltings, a granary, a school, the residence of Victorian gentlemen, and (following its purchase by Norfolk County Council in the early 1970s) oﬃce space. Now, the latest chapter of the story of Hanse House is being written by James Lee and his wife Christina, who have owned the building since November 2011, following a successful bid chosen by Norfolk County Council based on a number of factors, not least their proposed uses for the building and ways of securing its future. Following consultation with the Borough Council of King’s Lynn & West Norfolk, English Heritage and other interested parties, the couple’s proposals were granted planning permission almost two years ago, and their remarkable development and restoration of Hanse House is now entering its ﬁnal stages. Happily, the building’s tradition of local trade and commerce continues with the permanent Indoor Market, which opened last August. Open 7 days a week, the market is based in the Lubeck Room, which has been carefully restored back to its original proportions (it had originally been divided into 68

offices) and offers visitors a great chance to support local, independent enterprises. There’s also a touch of matrimonial history in the story of Hanse House, as it was once the base of the County Council Registrars. Thanks to the sympathetic rejuvenation of the Ceremony Room, marriages have returned to the building once again, and the first ceremony and wedding reception were held just over a year ago. It’s a lovely light and airy room that retains much of its historic character (including the original wooden beams to the ceiling) and overlooks both the river and the enclosed courtyard. A wonderful example of architectural heritage meeting the modern world, Hanse House also includes a series of atmospheric function and meeting rooms, business and studio space, three luxury flats, and an impressive Gallery & Exhibition area – which hosted its very first exhibition (a collection of work by Simon Warner) only last month. Already proving popular (and rapidly gaining a strong reputation for fine dining) is The Rathskeller Bar & Bistro. The Bistro (with its fantastic exposed timbers to the roof) is visible from the quayside, and offers indoor seating with great views of the river, and outdoor seating that takes full advantage of the riverside location. Meanwhile, the Wine Bar (located in the ground floor undercroft) has oak panelling with

copper accents, and features a bar in the same ﬁnish. Hanse House has played a part in the life of King’s Lynn for over 500 years, and James Lee is justiﬁably proud to be taking it into the 21st century. “The developments at Hanse House have already increased public access, and our intention is for the building to sustain itself through commercially viable activities,” he says. “At the same time, we’re hoping to provide a vibrant contribution to the regeneration of the South Quay area and help preserve this historically important building for future generations.”

For more information on the development of Hanse House and current events, see the website at www.hansehouse.co.uk. To book a table at the Rathskeller, please call 01553 773713. KLmagazine June 2014

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From one of the oldest sailing ships still afloat to the Mutiny on the Bounty, Wells has a proud and honourable maritime heritage. It’s also one of the friendliest towns on the Norfolk coast...

ltimately, Wells gets its name from the many clear spring wells which used to be found in the area, some of which still remain in properties in the town. Becoming known as Wells-next-theSea in the early 19th century to distinguish it from other places of the same name, the town then became Wells-onSea when the Wells and Fakenham Railway opened on 1st December 1857, before the Wells Urban District Council voted (in 1956) that Wellsnext-the-Sea would be its oﬃcial name. Whether it’s ‘on’ or ‘next’ the sea, Wells now lies a mile from the North

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Sea, a result of the silting of the harbour. In 1859, the Holkham Estate reclaimed around 800 hectares of saltmarsh northwest of the town thanks to a mile-long sea-wall, a project which reduced the tidal scour and contributed to further silting. Wells has long thrived as a seaport and is now a hugely popular seaside resort with a lovely beach that can be reached on foot or by a narrow gauge railway that runs alongside the sea wall north of the harbour. The beach is known for its long ﬂat terrain, abstract sand dunes, varied unique beach huts, and a land-locked brackish pool aﬀectionately known as Abraham’s Bosom, which is used for pleasure

boating and canoeing. The beach itself is backed by dense pine woods (comprising Scots, Maritime, and Corsican pine) which are part of the Holkham National Nature Reserve, and more pinewoods exist to the east of the beach over the shipping channel at an area called the East Hills. This area can be accessed on foot at low tide – although the surrounding tidal sands are extremely dangerous due to the speed and currents of the rising tide and the channel shouldn’t be crossed without detailed local knowledge. As for the town itself, Wells stretches nearly a mile inland. The majority of shops and other such businesses are now found on Staithe Street but until the 1960s commercial premises could also be found along the High Street, 71

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which continues south towards the huge church of St Nicholas. Although the medieval church was destroyed after a lightning strike in 1879, some remaining stonework can still be seen on the exterior. The interior contains a surprise – a wealth of information on the life of John Fryer (1753-1817), who is buried in the churchyard. Fryer was born in Wells and his place in history comes from his position as sailing master on the HMAV Bounty. Interestingly, he was a strong critic of both Captain William Bligh and mutiny leader Fletcher Christian – although he did remain loyal and accompanied Bligh in his epic postmutiny voyage to Timor. Probably the most distinctive landmark of Wells’ seafront is the granary with its overhanging gantry on the quay, which was finished in 1904 (and has now been converted to flats). The town’s long maritime tradition – in 1580 no less than 19 ships over 16 tons operated out of Wells – resulted in a remarkable number of public houses for a town of its size, although many of these have since closed. The northern end of the town used to be noted for its narrow rows of cottages (similar to the northern ‘ginnels’), which could be relics of Danish occupation. These were largely lost in the catastrophic flood of 1953 and subsequent clearance. The effects of the 1953 flood (which also destroyed the pine forest fringing Abraham’s Bosom) led to the creation

of a large moving flood gate next to the harbour car park, and the installation of flood defences in many private houses. Although there are plenty of bed and breakfasts to be found dotted around Wells, none offer a more unique experience than that of the Albatros – a bed and breakfast, restaurant and bar on the harbour. But you won’t find your room in one of the buildings overlooking the quay – the Albatros is a Dutch Sailing ship built in 1899, which had a busy career as a cargo ship until 1996 when it was transformed to carry passengers for educational purposes. The final commercial sailing trip took place in 2008, and the craft is now moored permanently in Wells quay, making it one of the oldest sailing ships still afloat. Of course, a visit to Wells isn’t complete without a trip to Holkham Hall, which is the centre of a thriving 25,000-acre agricultural estate, and has been home to the Coke family since the 1750s. One of the most beautiful houses in the whole country, its library, statues, paintings and furniture are a major source for academic research, and the hall is open to the public on Sunday, Monday and Thursday between April and the end of October. Highlights – and there are plenty to choose from – include the magnificent Marble Hall (the setting for classical music recitals throughout the year) and The Bygones Museum, which incorporates the History of Farming

Exhibition, with over 4,000 items on display from toys to agriculture and household items to cars. Finally, while you’re in Wells, make a point of walking through the Buttlands at the top of Staithe Street. A large green surrounded by lime trees, it's a great place to relax, and is overlooked by several impressive properties including the Crown Hotel (a 16th former coaching inn) and Ware Hall House, the fascinating building that was moved over 100 miles, brick by brick and tile by tile, by Miss May Savidge.

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PICTURES: Weighing in at just over 32 tons, this Russian T-55 tank (left) made its debut at a 1961 parade in Moscow marking the anniversary of the October Revolution. Every vehicle and piece of machinery in the Muckleburgh Collection has a fascinating personal history.

Muckleburgh and the mechanics of wartime... It’s the biggest privately-owned military museum in the country – and every vehicle is kept in full working order. KL magazine talks to Sir Michael Berry Savory about the Muckleburgh Collection

eybourne has been protecting England from foreign invaders since Roman times. Indeed, there’s an old saying dating from the 16th century that says “he who would Old England win, must at Weybourne Hope begin” – a sentiment which continued into the 20th century with the creation of a homeland defence site in 1914 and an anti-aircraft artillery base during World War II. Although the last of some 1.5 million shells was ﬁred on 2nd October 1958, the RAF still maintains a radar station at the site. It’s an area rich in military history, and

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a ﬁtting location for the largest privately-owned military museum in the country – although the origins of the Muckleburgh Collection were almost accidental, as Managing Partner Sir Michael Berry Savory explains. “In the mid-1970s, my father had helped build a small commemorative museum at Inveraray Castle in Scotland after he’d been disappointed to ﬁnd no trace of his wartime service there,” he says. “That experience – combined with our acquisition of the land at the foot of Muckleburgh Hill and a few military vehicles from a local builder – ultimately led to the creation of the museum.” 75

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ABOVE: In addition to the obvious attractions such as the intricate models and the unusually comprehensive display of ammunition, the vehicles of the Muckleburgh Collection feature some remarkable details – such as the mark left by a British sniper’s bullet (circled above) on a Rheinmetall MK20 anti-aircraft gun used by the Argentinians during the Falklands conﬂict of 1982.

In 1986, work began to demolish nearly 200 ruined buildings on the old military base and some 45,000 tons of rubble were removed. “We opened our little collection in 1988 and were astonished to have 15,000 visitors in our ﬁrst year,” says Sir Michael. “We had no great plans at the start, but thanks to the feedback and the interest we received, and with a great deal of support and donations from private individuals and international armies the collection has grown steadily over the years. One of its greatest appeals is that because of the sheer acreage we have here, it’s possible for us not just to restore the vehicles but to maintain them in full working order.” Today, the Muckleburgh Collection numbers over 150 tanks, guns and vehicles in addition to an extensive display of light weapons, ammunition and other exhibits. Other highlights include historic memorabilia from the Suﬀolk and Norfolk Yeomanry, the Medmenham Collection of RAF reconnaissance equipmemt, and a unique display of naval and land warfare models. It’s also a very local

museum – the incredibly detailed marine models that depict a century’s worth of history of the British Merchant Navy were created by famous model maker Wyndham Williams from just outside King’s Lynn, while the huge 40ft mural celebrating Britain’s most famous tanks that runs the length of the cafe was painted by Fakenham-based artist Eddie Goodridge. With such a selection of exhibits to choose from, does Sir Michael have a favourite? “It’s impossible to isolate one thing from the collection,” he says, “but if I did have to pick one thing, it would be the American M24 Chaffee tank. If you’re a car afficiando, the ‘gold standard’ is a Ferrari or an Aston Martin. For me, it’s the Chaffee. It looks exactly like a tank should – ask anyone to draw a tank and they’ll draw a Chaffee!” But the Muckleburgh Collection isn’t just a museum. The cafe has fine views out to sea, but the attention of visitors is usually focussed on the tank demonstrations that take place outside. For the ultimate experience, you can actually book a drive in a tracked vehicle – tank drives are available on

Mondays, Tuesdays and Saturdays duing the season – you should allow an hour for the experience and make sure you book in advance. Perhaps the greatest value of the Muckleburgh Collection is that it highlights just what an important contribution materials, equipment and vehicles have made to military history. “We’ve made a real eﬀort to trace the history of all our exhibits so they have a real place in a real time,” says Sir Michael. “That really helps to bring the exhibits alive and gives the Collection its unique outlook. For example, our Russian BTR40 might look like just another military 4-wheel drive at ﬁrst glance, but when you learn the vehicle you’re standing in front of was used by the Syrians in 1978 during the battle for the Golan Heights, it gives the exhibit a whole extra dimension.” THE MUCKLEBURGH MILITARY COLLECTION Weybourne, Norfolk NR25 7EH Open every day from 10am-5pm (until November 2nd) Tel: 01263 588210 Web: www.muckleburgh.co.uk

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Our pick of the summer reads It doesn’t matter whether you’re headed for Hunstanton or Hawaii, your holiday oﬀers the perfect chance to relax with a great book

ummer is something of a strange time in the book world — with most publishing houses waiting to publish their big-name ‘marquee’ books in the autumn, coinciding with the return to school and looking towards Christmas with a sechedule of weighty novels and contenders for the end-of-year literary awards. It’s a particularly odd situation as summer is the real season of pleasure reading, when most of us have a longawaited amount of free time to make a dent in our reading lists and take a new discovery on holiday, devouring it over beachside drinks and freshly-shucked oysters. Holidays are precious enough as it is, and when you are given a priceless

opportunity to relax with a book, you can’t afford to pack away something lacklustre and dull. Luckily, publishers know this as well, and that’s why they roll out a handful of their most thrilling titles in the hotter months, providing readers with a few genuine gems to fill those long vacation hours. This is the season for action, adventure, romance and fantasy (the ideal ingredients of all great holidays!) but it’s also a time for some stellar novels and non-fiction – sparkling pearls of serious literature to cut through all the humidity. If you’ve already planned your holiday and got your wardrobe all sorted but you haven’t decided on your reading matter, here’s a small selection of this summer’s most promising titles.

MR MERCEDES Stephen King (£20) Over the last 40 years, Stephen King has written more than ﬁfty books, and the fact that all of them have been worldwide bestsellers is proof that he knows how to tell a good story. His latest novel is a cat-and-mouse suspense thriller featuring a retired homicide detective haunted by the few cases he left open, and by one in particular involving a mass hit-and-run by someone in a stolen Mercedes. Thanks to a mysterious letter in the post, the case is revived – resulting in a high-stakes race against time to save hundreds if not thousands. The very deﬁnition of un-put-downable.

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THINK LIKE A FREAK... Steven D. Levitt and Stephen J. Dubner (£12.99) Whether you’re interested in the best way to improve your odds in penalty kicks, or in major global reforms, this is an amazing blueprint for an entirely new way to solve problems. Along the way, you’ll learn how the techniques of a Japanese hotdog-eating champion can help you, why Nigerian e-mail scammers make a point of saying they’re from Nigeria, and why Van Halen’s demanding tour contract banning brown M&Ms was really a safety measure. Challenging conventional wisdom and using data rather than emotion to answer questions, this is a brilliant, readable and practical toolkit for thinking diﬀerently – and changing your world. HARD CHOICES Hillary Rodham Clinton (£20) In just four years as America’s 67th Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton visited 112 countries, travelled nearly one million miles and gained a truly global perspective on many of the major trends reshaping the landscape of the twenty-ﬁrst century. This is her riveting and perceptive inside account of the crises, choices and challenges (including the hunt for Osama bin Laden) she faced during that time and how those experiences drive her view of the world’s future.

JOURNEY TO THE RIVER SEA Eva Ibbotson (£5.99) This charming tale of an orphaned London schoolgirl and her formidable governess’ journey to South America will touch the hearts of generations of children. Thanks to a thrilling storyline, a cast of richly-drawn characters and a voyage through the emotions of childhood, it’s destined to join the A-list of children’s classics, those perennial stories undiminished by the passage of time and the changing world in which children grow up. Ibbotson’s belief that children need challenges, and that they must be encouraged to believe in themselves, shines through in this enchanting book.

MY LIFE AT BREAKNECK SPEED Guy Martin (£20) Guy Martin is an international road-racing legend, maverick star of the Isle of Man TT, truck mechanic and TV presenter. He lives on the edge, is addicted to speed, and is thoroughly exhilarated by danger. From the spirited team mechanic paying his way by collecting beer glasses in pubs to the young racer at the start of his first race and the buzz he’s been chasing ever since, this thrilling autobiography is an intense and dramatic ride. How else could you discover just what it feels like to survive a 170mph fireball at the TT – and come back for more? THE SILKWORM Robert Galbraith (£20) A compulsively readable crime novel with twists at every turn, The Silkworm is the second in the highly acclaimed series (by the writer better known as JK Rowling) featuring Cormoran Strike and his determined young assistant Robin Ellacott. When novelist Owen Quine goes missing (having just completed a manuscript featuring poisonous pen-portraits of almost everyone he knows), his wife thinks he’s gone off by himself for a few days – but there’s a lot more to his disappearance than that...

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CATASTROPHE: EUROPE GOES TO WAR 1914 Sir Max Hastings (£9.99) On the eve of the centenary of the calamity that crippled Europe in 1914, Max Hastings explains both how the conflict came about and what befell millions of men and women during the first months of strife. The book offers comprehensive answers to the huge and fascinating question ‘what did happen to Europe in 1914?’ through Hastings’s accustomed blend of firsthand accounts from statesmen and generals, peasants, housewives and private soldiers of seven nations. His brilliant narrative pricks several myths and offers some striking and controversial judgements. Don’t miss his passionate argument against the ‘poets’ view that the war wasn’t worth winning – that it was in fact essential for the future freedom of the continent.

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ABOVE: An Edwardian postcard showing the east end of the Georgian shambles used by butchers up to 1914. Note the fully-licensed restaurant on the right, owned by Lizzie Wenn – it later became a public house and continues to this day as the Wenns

Paul Richards and the changing face of Lynn... It’s King’s Lynn – but not as you know it. Paul Richards’ lavishly illustrated new book brings the recent history of the town to life with almost 200 fascinating archive and contemporary images

ith the publication of King’s Lynn Through Time, Paul Richards oﬀers a fascinating insight into the changing face of the town over the last 150 years. Through almost 200 photographs accompanied by Paul’s perceptive and ever-engaging insights, it’s a remarkable journey through the town’s changing buildings and people, trade and character. Taking time out of his busy schedule, Paul kindly spoke to KL magazine about the new book and his constantly-evolving home town.

KL MAGAZINE: What inspired you to produce the book? PAUL RICHARDS: It’s actually KLmagazine June 2014

something I’ve wanted to do for many years. I’ve seen King’s Lynn change so much over the years, and there have been good changes and bad changes. Many people are resistant to change, but you have to remember that all buildings are new when they’re built – even the Minster and the Customs House were new at one time. Two years ago, I was asked by Amberley Publishing if I would be interested in writing a King’s Lynn book for their very successful series of ‘Through Time’

books. The idea had always been with me – and here was someone already willing to publish the book! It was a great opportunity. KL MAGAZINE: How did you decide what to include and what not to include? PAUL RICHARDS: We’re extremely fortunate at True’s Yard Museum to have a priceless archive of around 7,000 historic photographs, so that was by far the hardest part of the project. I decided to sit down with a map of King’s Lynn and trace a route through the town selecting locations that would be of historic interest to 81

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Originally built by John Atkin in 1605, this impressive brick and timber-framed house became a tavern in 1796 and was renamed the Greenland Fishery. Pictured in 1910 (left) it housed a museum in 1912 and then suﬀered from bomb damage in 1941. It was restored in the post-war period and later came into the possession of the King’s Lynn Preservation Trust.

people or images that would provide a particularly interesting contrast. In a way, that’s what the book is – an illustrated and guided walk through the history of the town. I’m hoping people will use it that way to learn more about the town. KL MAGAZINE: Was there anything that you wanted to include in the book but couldn’t? PAUL RICHARDS: I really would have liked to feature the Hardwick Road Cemetery and the area around Campbell’s Meadow, both of which have played an important role in the changing face and fortunes of the town, but there’s only so much space in the one book. There were plenty of hard decisions to made – so let’s just say I have easily enough material for a sequel! KL MAGAZINE: What’s your favourite image from the book? PAUL RICHARDS: If I did have to pick one single image, it would probably be the photograph of people in North Street celebrating the Silver Jubilee of George V in 1935. I think the contrast between the area as it was then and as it is today is a perfect example of just how much the character of King’s Lynn has changed both in terms of places and people. I also have a personal interest in the photographs of the South Quay as that’s where I live, and I can still remember how it looked when I was a youngster. It’s an area of the town that’s very close to my heart.

change to King’s Lynn in that period? PAUL RICHARDS: It has to be the transformation of the waterfront and the marketplace – and the move away from the port and riverside trade to industrial and business estates. Times do change and it’s a very diﬀerent world today. Tuesdays were always the biggest day in the weekly life of the town, but that’s no longer the case. The port is still important, and hopefully the tradition of a market on Tuesday can be revived in the not-too-distant future. KL MAGAZINE: How has the book been received? PAUL RICHARDS: Very well so far! I’ve had a lot of positive comments and it has already sold out in a number of places. A large percentage of the proﬁts are going to True’s Yard Museum and it’s good to see that so many people are keen on supporting it. Heritage is all about the future, so I hope that learning about the changes that have taken place to the town over the years will better prepare people for

the future. Painful as it may have been at the time, some of the things we’ve lost have been worth losing, but there are plenty of locations that are truly signiﬁcant to the history of the town and they do need to be preserved. KL MAGAZINE: Do you have any plans for the next book? PAUL RICHARDS: They’re already well ahead! For a number of years I’ve been working on a book covering the history of King’s Lynn and the Hanseatic League and I’m pleased to say it’s now nearing completion. My intention is to have its publication coincide with the 10th anniversary next year of the town joining the new Hanseatic League. KING’S LYNN THROUGH TIME by Paul Richards (Amberley, £14.99) is available from Waterstone’s, True’s Yard Museum, Hanse House and the Tourist Information Centre in King’s Lynn in addition to a number of other outlets.

The Lattice House on Chapel Street became a tavern in 1714 and narrowly avoided being demolished in the early 1970s

KL MAGAZINE: The oldest picture in the book is from 1841 – what do you think has been the single biggest

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ABOVE: Mist Falls, Kings Canyon, California and (left) Long Shadows by West Norfolk artist Stephen Martyn (below)

Celebrating 21 years of art – Stephen Martyn Back in 1993, Stephen Martyn decided to pick up a brush and try watercolour painting. As a major retrospective of his work opens in King’s Lynn, Stephen talks about discovering his artistic talent.

his month, West Norfolk artist and art tutor Stephen Martyn celebrates his 21 years as an artist with a major exhibition in the Shakespeare Barn at King’s Lynn Arts Centre. It’s a remarkable achievement, especially when you consider Stephen had no formal training in art at school or college – and didn’t become interested in landscape painting until he was in his early forties. “Back in 1993 I chanced upon a programme on Channel 4 presented by Alwyn Crawshaw, who was already well known as a TV artist,” Stephen remembers. “As the weekly programmes rolled by I became more and more fascinated with what you

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could do with a bit of paint, paper and a couple of brushes – and I simply had to have a go myself!” Stephen duly bought some materials and set about trying to emulate the great man – but he found it wasn’t that easy. “I couldn’t draw, couldn’t handle the paint, in short I couldn’t do anything with watercolour,” he says. “Luckily, I found an adult education class tutored by an encouraging and skilled teacher, Mike Tuddenham. Little by little, Mike gave me the skills I needed to make at least a reasonable stab at a painting. Several years of practice later, I found myself standing up at an easel with twenty students watching me. The wheel had turned full circle.”

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ABOVE: The Wash from Green Bank, Ringstead and (below) Three Sunset Trees by Stephen Martyn

The wheel had certainly turned by the new millennium, as Stephen became a regular exhibitor in London’s Bankside Gallery with the Royal Watercolour Society. His work has been shown in several other London galleries and is in private collections around the world, but closer to home he’s a member of the Dersingham Art Trail and the West Norfolk Artists Association, of which he was chairman for several years. In 2003 Stephen took early retirement from working in retail and has been a full-time artist and tutor ever since. Stephen’s first love has always been the Norfolk landscape with its big skies and wide open spaces, and there are plenty of those works in the exhibition, mostly in watercolour which has been his principal medium for the past 21 years. However, as a keen hiker, Stephen’s boots have taken him to many corners of Britain and across the globe. Thanks to the ever-present sketchbook in the rucksack, the exhibition also includes paintings that reflect those visits to places a little further afield than Brancaster and Thornham. India, the United States, and South Africa all feature – and although most of the works are in watercolour, there are also pencil, charcoal, and ink sketches, pen and wash paintings and a few oils too. When he’s not in his Dersingham studio, Stephen is usually out and about giving tuition and demonstrations to art groups and individuals across East Anglia. “In the late 1990s I was asked if I would consider running a watercolour

class at Gaywood Arts Centre,” he says. “I’d never considered giving tuition before, but the idea of encouraging others to take up art appealed to me and it was easy to remember my own early days, and the valuable techniques I’d been taught.” Since then Stephen has hosted numerous beginners’ watercolour classes, art society demonstrations and a number of successful workshops, many at the West Norfolk Arts Centre in Castle Rising. A few years ago Stephen was one of those who campaigned long and hard to save the King’s Lynn Arts Centre Galleries from closure, so it’s rather fitting the exhibition occupies the largest of those galleries, the Shakespeare Barn. A historic building at the heart of the gallery complex behind the Guildhall, its large white walls are ideal for displaying some the larger pieces of his work. “It’s lovely to work on a large scale in watercolour, because you never quite know what is going to happen,” says Stephen. “People say watercolour is a difficult medium, but the joy of it is that things happen that you don’t expect. Sometimes I’ll see the way the paint is running and think yes, it’s working! Other times, it can be a disaster and you simply have to accept that and put the work on the pile of the ones that didn’t quite make it.” However, those unfinished works aren’t abandoned forever. “Later, I might go back and find a small part of the painting that does appeal. A lot of my smaller pieces start off that way, so you should never be

afraid to cut them down. Never be afraid to take risks with your work too. An old master painter once told me that the professional is the artist who’s prepared to make the big mistake! It’s the only way you learn and move forward.” As part of the exhibition, Stephen will be giving free demonstrations throughout the day on Tuesday 10th and Tuesday 17th June, so if you are interested in watercolour, make sure you don’t miss the opporunity to meet Stephen and talk about his work and art tuition, and your own painting.

STEPHEN MARTYN AT 21 7th to 21st June 2014 (daily 10am-5pm, free admission) Shakespeare Barn, King’s Lynn Arts Centre, King’s Lynn, Norfolk PE30 1HA See also: www.stephen-martyn.com

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My KL The brilliant crime novelist Elly Griﬃths (above) will be appearing at the latest Briarfields Bookfest at 3pm on Sunday 29th June for a talk and book signing, followed by a posh afternoon tea. Elly will be reading an excerpt from her latest novel The Outcast Dead, which is based in the grounds of Norwich Castle, and follows the investigative work of Dr Ruth Galloway, an archaeology lecturer at a university in Norfolk. Tickets for the event are £10, which includes the talk and afternoon tea. For further information, please contact Briarfields, Main Rd, Titchwell, King’s Lynn PE31 8BB 01485 210742 or see the website at www.briarfieldshotelnorfolk.co.uk

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DEAR KL MAGAZINE... Could I please let your readers know about the forthcoming festival celebrating Georgian Lynn and the Brilliant Burney Family from Friday 6th to Saturday 21st June. The Georgian age began in 1714 with the accession of George I to the throne, and in King’s Lynn trade and commerce was to prosper. The port was busy importing coal, timber and wine, exporting grain and beer (chiefly to the Baltic), and several English counties relied on the town for their supplies using the extensive waterway system. A few merchant families dominated town commerce and politics, using their wealth to rebuild their houses in the latest style. The timber fronts were replaced by brick with sash windows (demonstrating the great affluence of the town elite) and these houses still predominate King Street, the Tuesday Market Place and Queen Street. Into King’s Lynn came a distinguished young organist called Charles Burney, and his cultural influence became pre-eminent in Lynn. Music, dancing, books and picture collecting became the new vogue. His daughter Frances (above) was born in King’s Lynn in 1752, and she was to become the first woman novelist and a literary phenomenon.. The Burney Festival will include music, dancing, drama, a fun family party and Georgian Banquet, exhibitions and walks. You can pick up a programme from the King’s Lynn Tourist Information Centre or go to www.burneyfestival.com and start booking for a range of events. There’s something for everyone, and it will offer a unique glimpse into the history and heritage of King’s Lynn. ALISON GIFFORD For further information and details, please contact the King’s Lynn Tourist Information Centre on 01553 763044 or e-mail kings-lynn.tic@west-norfolk.gov.uk

DEAR KL MAGAZINE... In the May issue of KL magazine, you mentioned the story that Pocahontas is reputed to have been buried somewhere in Heacham’s cemetery. I think your readers will be interested to learn that although Pocahontas’ portrait may be on Heacham’s village sign, she was almost certainly buried in Kent rather than Norfolk. In March 1617, the Rolfes were preparing to leave England with a view to returning to America with the Governor of Virginia. In a very poor state of health at the time (she was suﬀering from tuberculosis), Pocahontas (or Rebecca Rolfe, as she was then called) was brought ashore at Gravesend, and is thought to have been buried in the vault beneath the chancel of the local parish church (St. George’s).

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The original church was destroyed by fire in 1727 but in 1896 a memorial tablet to Pocahontas was installed in the rebuilt church, which also features commemorative windows (from 1914) and an impressive statue (see the picture oppsite). Perhaps the most conclusive evidence concerning the final resting place of Pocahontas comes from the parish register of St George’s itself, which records the burial of ‘Princess Pocahontas’ on 21st March 1617 as follows: Rebecca Wroth, wyffe (wife) of Thomas Wroth, gent(leman); a Virginia Lady borne was buried in the Chauncell (chancel). DAVID ATKINSON Fincham

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ne spring a few years ago, I decided to do something about the roses climbing the wall at the back of the Vicarage. I climbed up a ladder and came nose to beak with a duck sitting on her eggs on top of the wall amidst the roses. Most years ducklings have appeared in the garden, spending a day or two swimming round the pond, sunning themselves on the lawn or hiding under the shrubs – but we hadn’t previously discovered where they’d been incubated. Surviving the 10-foot fall onto the stone flags, the ducklings are corralled by their mother up the steps and through the arch to the safety of the pond. The only way out of the garden is via the front gate, and if the youngsters are to get out before they can fly, they have to make it while they’re still small enough to crawl under the gate. Every year they seem to manage it, but where their adventure of life leads them after that is a complete mystery. This year, no less than 11 fluffy brown and yellow chirruping bundles of joy appeared on a beautiful sunny morning, and for half an hour I abandoned everything I should’ve been doing, sat quietly and just enjoyed watching them. The ducklings that appear in almost every stretch of water in the town each spring are a sheer delight. However, rather than contemplating the ducklings, I should possibly have been reviewing CCTV recordings to identify miscreants at the Minster. We’ve had a bit of trouble with thefts from the donation box. They’re not large amounts (the box is emptied too frequently for very much to accumulate) but nonetheless the problem couldn’t be ignored.

Fortunately, we suffer remarkably little from vandalism or thefts – the Minster is open all day every day, but there’s rarely no one looking round, so that helps keep it safe. Visitors are always generous, and last year the donation boxes yielded £13,500 – a very welcome contribution to the £100,000 it costs each year to keep the building (and our work within it) going. But from time to time, someone has a go at stealing what visitors have given – leaving me wondering what to do. There’s the duty to use donor’s money for the purpose for which it was given, security must be taken seriously and offences should be reported to the police. On the other hand, if someone is in genuine need, I would use whatever resources are available to provide appropriate help – although what is really needed is too often very different to what is asked for, and that’s not easy to deal with. A few years ago, some of the Harvest Festival food that had been packed up to deliver to people who needed it was stolen – and I hope it met the needs of the thief. Perhaps the money stolen from the donation box also met a desperate need. “If someone hits you on one cheek, offer the other,” said Jesus. The word translated ‘hits’ is very specific. It means, ‘slaps on the face with the back of the hand’ and is intended as an insult, not just a physical assault. Offering the other cheek isn’t inviting another slap because it’s impossible to hit in the same way as the first, and it would embarrass the offender to try. “If someone steals your coat, give him your shirt too.” There’s more to this than is obvious. It might be closer to the meaning to translate it as “if someone steals your outer wear, give

him your underwear too” – leaving your nakedness to shame him. Both sayings offer a dramatic way to show people the effect of their actions, but there may be something more – something about keeping light to possessions and not being so concerned with the things in which we imprison ourselves in order to keep them secure. Or maybe it’s about challenging greed by an overwhelmingly generous response. So – how should I have responded to the person stealing from the donation box, apart from seeking the solace of watching the ducklings for a while? Forgiveness, certainly, but that doesn’t mean just ignoring what’s happened. If the culprit asked for help now, we’d certainly do what we could and not hold the offence against him, but I think it was the right conclusion to pursue criminal proceedings. Where are we to find encouragement and inspiration amidst all the dilemmas life brings? Well, if ducklings aren’t available, I recommend somewhere peaceful that reminds us that no matter how difficult things are, the worst is never the last word. That’s the reason the Minster has stood here through the centuries.

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