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d Legend’ representing a He was described as a ‘Thetfor ility and determination. Page 5 - David Recognised For Work variety of qualities including hum away just as we were Page 9 - Thetford Forest Art Commission David Osborne sadly passed to the October edition. Page 10 & 11 - Out And About Thetford putting the finishing touches e able to present David Page 12 & 13 - Leaping Hare News wer ncil Thankfully, the Town Cou award shortly before he Page 15 - Remembrance Day Details with his Freedom of Thetford properly honoured for his Page 17 - New Museum Exhibition passed so that he could be collating and exploring Page 18 & 19 - Thetford Faces ing, decades long work research a tremendous support for Page 21 - Discover A New Hobby all things Thetford. David was so very grateful for all his Page 22 - Get Your Race Nights Tickets us at the magazine and we’re David.

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Page 27 - #See Me Campaign help. He will be sadly missed this and us n Page 31 - Recycling Centre Defibrilators upo is umn Aut Looking ahead to October and around Page 33 - Garden and Allotment Club in ing pen hap nts eve y man is reflected in the takes place at Redgrave Page 34 - THIS Celebrate Grant News Thetford this month. Apple Day r, the same day as the Page 35 - King Of The Birds obe and Lopham Fen on 13th Oct craft sales. Halloween Page 36 - New Recycling Opportunity and top e tabl Barnham Village Hall en Thriller Night is back Page 39 - Apple Day Coming Up is not far away and the Hallowe want to get outside and Page 47 - Meet Hassan Of Best Beds on the 26th October. If you at Thetford Forest looks Page 52 - Golfing Champions Crowned sion mis explore, the new art com lptures? If so, do write in Page 53 - Boudica Backdraft great - can you spot all ten scu Page 54 - England Debut For Archy e. and tell us here at the magazin tford magazine Cover image by Carl Harding-Palmer Terry Jermy, Editor, About The part of the Thetford Calendar collection

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David Recognised for Lifetime’s Work Local author and historian David Osborne has been honoured by Thetford Town Council and awarded the Freedom of Thetford in recognition of the dedication he has shown to the town. Over many years David has not only written 17 books on the history of Thetford but has also contributed greatly to the day to day life of our community in numerous ways. In the late 1980s David helped set up the Thetford Society, an organisation created to promote the town. Over several decades David has been collecting artefacts, cataloging and researching life in the town. More recently he has been keeping Thetford looking smart as part of the Sex, Rock ‘n’ Roll ‘n’ Weeding group. David has been involved with all three museums in the town. He was a founding member of the Charles Burrell Museum in 1991 and was heavily involved there for over 20 years, he supported Dad’s Army Museum and worked closely with Ancient House Museum helping with research, exhibitions and delivering numerous talks. In recent times David was central to the Thetford Remembers WW1 Project and his most recent series of books on the Pubs and Inns of Thetford have been a great success.

David receiving the Freedom of the Town from the Mayor of Thetford and civic officers.

Image requested to be published by David.

Readers of this magazine will instantly recognise David as the curator of our Past and Present page, beloved by many and a great example of David’s unstinting generosity for sharing his knowledge. Ancient House Museum Curator Oliver Bone said, “We are fortunate that the collective memory of the town has been so ably recorded for us by David Osborne. He has always shown great helpfulness, good humour, generosity with his time and public spiritedness in all our associations.”

On behalf on Thetford Town Council, the Mayor, Cllr

David Osborne signing one of his books

Brenda Canham, the Mayor’s Officer and Sword Bearer Roger Stebbings, Mace Bearer Nick Thompson along with Town Clerk Tina Cunnell visited David at his home to make the presentation to him. David wishes to show he received it in the correct fashion in place of the ceremony in the Guildhall. “It was my honour to present the Freedom of Thetford to David for his dedication to researching, recording and sharing the history of Thetford. A gentleman who would help anyone and has done so much for the town. Although we couldn’t hold Parts &weAccessories, Audio, theCar ceremony, went in our full robesBatteries, as we wanted Numberexplained Plates &themuch more toStarter honourMotors, David properly,” Mayor, “I was Trade Welcome, Local Delivery Service delighted to see David was so pleased as he deserves OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK the recognition.”

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Past & Present

David Osborne Over the years, the About Thetford magazine has been able to share a wonderful collection of images of Thetford thanks to the dedication of our local historian David Osborne.

David put many hours into selecting the images and taking the present photos, and adding to his archive each month. We know from our readers that our Past and Present page has been one of the most popular in the magazine.

We have chosen the image above this month as a tribute to David, our friend and collaborator.

We will miss David, his passion for the town and it’s social history.

David loved this photo. It was taken during the Thetford’s Great Festival, ‘All The Fun of The Fête’ 1914 event, a WW1 commemoration living history event in King’s House Gardens and part of the Thetford Remembers project. David as ever was keen to take part in the event and spent a happy afternoon running the skittle game, handing out bars of Caley’s Marching Chocolate as prizes.

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New Art Commission At Thetford Forest As part of its centenary celebrations, The Forestry Commission has worked with artists Tom Piper MBE and Lisa Wright on a dramatic sculptural installation for Suffolk’s High Lodge in Thetford Forest. ‘Future Forest’ features ten life size figures, based on Classical motifs, placed within the landscape, representing custodians of the past looking over our forests. They act as a poignant reflection of the vital role that trees and woodlands play in protecting our natural environment and the next generation’s role as custodians of our future forests.

Lisa Wright’s life-size sculptures take the form of Classical figures including Venus de Milo, the Three Graces, David, Hyman, Cupid and Daphne. These figures are made from bio resin, a greener alternative to traditional plastics due to its high level of plant based content and lower toxic emissions during the production process. Through their Classical character, these beautiful and youthful figures reflect the spirit of endurance that is embodied by forests: rooted in the past, relevant in the present and essential to our survival into the future. The custodians will be displayed in a series of six dramatic installations within the forest developed by Tom Piper, best known for the poppy installation he designed for the WW1 centenary commemoration, Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red which was first installed at the Tower of London in 2014 and was seen by millions of people across the UK.

figure and its forest environment. The viewer can place themselves directly with each character to fully appreciate the beautiful fragility of the figures with their luminous tracery of Lisa’s paintwork.”

Each individual element of this project is designed to raise awareness of the fact that resilient though they are, the forests of the future will not be able to survive and prosper unless they are sustainably managed: the responsibility for ensuring that this happens will be carried forward by future generations. In the one hundred years since the founding of the Forestry Commission after the First World War, the UK’s forests have grown and prospered. Today they manage over 1,500 woodlands and forests covering around 250,000 hectares spread from Northumberland to Cornwall, Shropshire to Norfolk. In recognition of this centenary milestone in the Forestry Commission’s history, Future Forest is both a celebration and a call to action, using drama and the age-old power of storytelling to instil within the public a desire to protect the forests.

Working in a forest environment for the first time, Piper’s innovative backdrops will form the settings within which the figures will be placed. Piper’s work will set the scene, starting a journey which visitors to Future Forest will be unveiled at High Lodge, Thetford the installation are encouraged to explore: the future of Forest on Thursday 3rd October 2019. It will open to the our forests, and their role within it. Describing his work, public on 4 October 2019 and will remain open until 30 Alli 2020.

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Out and About Thetford

Speech Day At TGS After several years at St Edmundsbury Cathedral, Thetford Grammar School celebrated a year of academic and school achievements for the Senior School, back in town at the Carnegie Rooms.

Change and new beginnings were highlighted by Mrs Maureen Eade, the Chairman, during her address as the school has once again returned to boarding after 70 years and has a number of international students. The school is currently ranked 36th in The Times school list. “Teachers have provided as always, outstanding teaching. We have increased our scholarships.” School Captain James Blackman talked about the school’s House System and the Stephen Spencer presents Jasmine Dawes the changes over the decades until the current house names Year 8 award for Academic Excellence were put in place in 1975. Another busy year of house competition has taken place with Millingtons crowned the champions for the 2018/19 year. In his annual report Mr Michael Brewer (The Head) talked of the school’s values; Respect, Responsibility and Resilience and how these have been demonstrated over the past year. The school has a strong charitable ethos and pupils have contributed to a wide variety of organisations including £2,000 raised by Kate and Sophie for Alzheimer’s Society. Vice-Captain Eleanor Pringle said, “learning to win with grace and modesty or becoming resilient is one of the things that makes the school so special.” 3 new prizes replaced individual subject prizes from year 7 to 12 alongside the year 13 subject prizes and the traditional school prizes, shields and trophies. Former Head of Modern Languages and 6th Form, Mr Stephen Spencer was welcomed back as Guest Speaker and presented the prizes, addressing the pupils he said, “Pleasure comes through hard work and I am pleased to see your phenomenal achievements”.

New Cable Walk Success A brand new historical walk and talk for the town sparked the interest of visitors from as far as Bedford for its Heritage Open Day launch. The Henry Cable Walk & Talk is the latest offering from Leaping Hare CIC who provide the town’s Tourist Information Centre and promote the town as a destination. The story of Henry Cable has international significance as he became one of the First Fleet and a founding father of modern day Australia thanks to another Thetfordian, Thomas Paine. Thetford has several places of significance relating to the story and the group were The group outside Thetford Gaol where Henry Cable transported to 18th century Thetford due to the excellent was held during the Lent Asizes storytelling skills of Mike Wabe. “I really enjoyed the walk and talk. It’s been fascinating to find out more about the story of Henry Cable and Susanna Holmes. Mike did a great job of bringing the story to life and the site of where it happened.” Said one of the group. After visiting significant parts of the town centre the tour returned to the Methodist Church Hall for the talk part of the evening and the opportunity to take part in a Q&A session. One member of the group explained that they had friends from Australia who had visited them in Thetford not realising the Cable connection and were delighted to find the connection as they are Cable descendants. “I’ve done the Heritage and Ghost walks before, this is a really great addition and I’d really recommend it.” said Heather. The ever popular Ghost Walks return from October 11th, advanced booking essential. For more information about Leaping Hare’s guided walks visit; www.leapinghare.org or drop into the shop 20 King Street Thetford.

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Silver Threads Celebrates 10th Anniversary Since the very first session in 2009, Silver Threads Over 60s group has seen its membership grow from 8 members to over 50 today. Created by Moya and Ray Brown, the social group meets every Tuesday afternoon at Cloverfields Community Church. “When we moved here I joined the church and at one meeting the then Bishop mentioned that we had groups for all ages except the over 60s, so I thought I’d start a club. I never imagined that it would grow into this!” explained Moya. “The Mayor at the time was Pauline Quadling, she gave me lots of advice and supplied the tea and biscuits to get us started off.” Sadly, Ray has since passed away, but with the support of Revd Helen Jary and Neil to name a few, Moya has continued running the group. The group provides an important lifeline to many and helps to combat social isolation, “It filled a gap of being a widow and making new friends,” explained Brenda, “I look forward to it ever week.” To celebrate the 10th anniversary 49 members enjoyed a tea party with live music from Brian Roy and a visit from the current Mayor, Cllr Brenda Canham. The Church was filled with laughter and singing as the members joined in with their favourite songs and enjoyed being together. “Silver Threads is a place of fun, laughter and good company. The members enjoy getting out and about, it’s a pleasure to do something that benefits so many folks in the community,” Revd Jary commented before one of the members added, “We love Moya, and Helen does good jokes, she is our very own Vicar of Dibley!” Moya was presented with flowers and gifts in recognition of her hard work running the group.

Thanking everyone Moya said, “It’s such a lovely group, I’m so glad that I’m able to run it.” Silver Threads social group meets every Tuesday afternoon 2 - 4pm and costs £3 per person.

Silver Threads members enjoying their 10th anniversary party

Moya cuts the cake along with the Mayor and Revd Helen Jary

New Exhibition Opens The Mayor of Thetford joined the Chair of Breckland, Chair of Norfolk Joint Museums Committee and invited guests to a private view of the new British Studio Pottery exhibition at Ancient House Museum. Curated by Norfolk Museums Service Senior Curator Francesca Vanke, the exhibition has given visitors access to a collection normally only accessible at Norwich Castle. “The collection is small in number but great in quality. Recently gaps in the collection were filled by the generous donation of an anonymous Buddhist monk from London who frequently visited Norfolk and wanted to share his love of British Studio Pottery.” The exhibition features work from the 1870s up to the present day. Francesca continued, “They all vary in style but what they all have most in common is the shared love of materials and how things are made.” Annelise Lawrence, one of the guests is the niece of Agnete Hoy and keeper of her archive. “I spent a lot of time latterly with my aunt and it was always so interesting to hear her talk about her work. It’s always nice to see her work alongside her contemporaries, most of whom she knew very well.” Agnete’s story is one of 30 showcased in the exhibition which also features work by Bernard Leech, his son David alongside well known potters such as William de Morgan. John Ward speaking on behalf on the Museums Service said, “I’m really pleased we’re able to show these beautiful pots, thanks to the exhibition team and Arts Council England for funding exhibitions around the county.” For more Curator Oliver Bone with one of the handling objects in the new exhibition at Ancient House information please visit; www.museums.norfolk.gov Please mention the About Thetford Magazine when responding to advertisements 11

Thetford Calendar Competition They’re in! Form an orderly queue as these are beautiful and you are all going to want one for yourself and lots more for presents - and at just £7.95 or two for £15 they won’t break the bank. Pictured here is one of the finalists, Neil James Garrod with Priory Sunrise.

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Followed by an evening performance with Anna Mudeka’s KURE KURE / FARAWAY (7pm – 9pm Tickets £6). The multi-talented Anna Mudeka takes audiences on an exhilarating, inspiring and thought provoking journey to ancient and modern-day Zimbabwe, and speaks of the challenges and opportunities of starting a new life in a different country. Part of a National Tour.

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Look out for more hand made goodies which will be coming in to the shop all ready for Christmas along with Thetford Christmas cards.

Save The Date!

Pop Friday 29 November in your diary when we will have very special meetings with Father Christmas as part of Thetford Light’s Switch On. They’re especially designed for children that aren’t able to cope with queues. Save the Date & Book Now!!

MUSIC: Songbird

What’s on in and about Thetford

Sat 5 Oct 7.30pm £15 Fleetwood Mac atmospheric tribute accompanied by video projections and lighting.

Carnegie Room.

MUSIC: Queen II

Sat 19 Oct 7pm £15 Queen Tribute Act. Includes support act, DJ & Licensed Bar plus Prosecco on arrival!

MUSIC: Halloween

Sat 26 Oct 7pm Adult £5/ Child £2 Halloween Thriller Night at Charles Burrell Centre

DISCOVERY DAY: Pirates FAIR: Militaria

Sun 6 Oct 10am - 2pm £3/ u16 FREE Breckland Leisure Centre

COURSE: Mindfulness

From Wed 9 Oct £40 (deposit) Introduction to Mindfulness, 8 week course at CBC. EVENT: Flavours Deep South Thu 10 Oct £28 Including fun quiz & live music Thetford Garden Centre

WALK: Ghost Walk Fri 11 Oct 6.45pm £5 Leaping Hare

EVENT: Race Night

Fri 11 Oct 7pm £5 Bar. Food available to purchase. CBC.

Classes: That’s Not My Bat Wed 23 Oct £6 Creative Classes at Thetford Library 15 month - 5 years.

Thurs 31 Oct 10.30am 11.30am 50p child (Acc Adult FREE). Mini Museum Club at Ancient House Museum

MUSIC: Kure Kure

Sat 2 Nov Anna Mudeka Workshop 4pm - 5pm £4 Performance 7pm - 9pm £6

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MUSIC: Let’s Get Retro

EVENT: Pumpkin Fest

Sat 12 Oct 7.30pm £6 Fri 25 Oct 11am - 3pm entry 80s Disco, Fancy Dress = Free £2, additional cost may apply. shot Thetford Football Club.

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MUSIC: Folk Club

MUSIC: 50s 60s Retro

Sat 9 Nov 8pm £6. With duo ‘Treble’ at Thetford Town Football Club.

Fri 25 Oct 7.30pm £5 Carnegie Room.

COURSE: Hedgehogs

Sat 26 Oct 10.30am - 3.30pm £30/ £10 (11-16) Learn about the hedgehog’s magical world.

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Remembrance Day Parade All those wishing to participate in the Remembrance Day Parade on Sunday 10th November 2019 - please be assembled at the Tanner Street car park behind where Argos used to be, no later than 10.10am. The parade will march off at 10.30am. The parade will then proceed up via Well Street, round the roundabout at the Green Dragon, and then into the Market Square at the Legion Club. At the Market Square you will be directed by the Parade Marshalls to your position.

After the service and wreath laying ceremonies, the parade will then return to the Argos car park via Kings Street, where the Mayor of Thetford will take the salute at St Cuthbert’s Church. Will all organization’s and group leaders please ensure that everyone is prepared for cold or wet weather. Any enquiries should be made to Mr John Waine, Parade Marshall on 01842 762621.

The Royal British Legion Club will hold an open day for everyone to participate in a glass or two etc and meet up with friend’s old and new.

Remembrance Day 2018 - Image by Studio Five

Remembrance Concert The Royal British Legion with co-operation of the Mayor of Thetford, and Thetford Town Council, will be holding the annual Remembrance Concert in the Carnegie Rooms, Cage Lane on the evening of Friday 8th November 2019 at 7.30pm, (doors will be open 6:30pm). Tickets will be available to purchase at the Leaping Hare, King Street and the Royal British Legion Club at the Market Square.

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A Commemoration Of WW2 Start Thetford Methodist Players will present a drama documentary, ‘The People’s War’, to commemorate the start in 1939 of the Second World War. Performances take place on Friday 18th October at 7pm and Saturday 19th October at 2.30pm, and again on Saturday 26th October at 2.30pm in the Methodist Church Hall, Tanner Street. The production looks particularly at the part played by the ordinary people in Britain, and there will be audience participation through many of the popular songs of the period.

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Community Wellbeing Fayre for Over 50s The Carnegie Room, Cage Lane, Thetford, Norfolk IP24 2DS

Tuesday 22nd October 2019 10am to 2pm

It’s Market Day so why not pop in and say hello?

Come and meet some of the organisations that offer services and activities for older people in and around Thetford.

Join us for free morning tea, coffee, cake and a tasty hot lunch. What could improve your sense of wellbeing as a Thetford resident?

We’d love to hear your views.

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Studio Ceramics Exhibition Open Now Readers of About Thetford are most welcome to come and visit our new exhibition which celebrates the craft and art of ceramics. This show presents the very best in Norfolk Museums Service’s collection of British studio and art pottery. Many of the items on display are from a recent donation and are seen here together for the first time. Dating from the 1870s to the present day, the exhibition features 39 pieces made by 30 different makers. They include some of the leading names in ceramics over the past 100 years such as Bernard Leach, Lucie Rie, Edmund de Waal and Kate Malone.

The Museum team is really pleased to be able to show these fascinating and beautiful examples of the craft of the potter. The largest piece on show is a giant teapot by Kate Malone, who may be familiar as one of the expert judges in the BBC’s Great Pottery Throw Down TV series. Malone has added decorative insect and plant motifs to her teapot and observant visitors can see a ceramic insect climbing out of the spout.

The display is a partnership between the Ancient House team and Francesca Vanke, Chief Curator of the Norfolk Museums Service and curator of the decorative arts collections. Funding for the exhibitions at Ancient House is provided by Arts Council England.

Look out for this beautiful William de Morgan vase in Ancient House Museum’s new exhibition

The deadline for inclusion in the November edition of About Thetford is 15th October. Send your content to; karen@aboutthetfordmagazine.co.uk

Knitting Project We need your spare red or green wool! The Knit and Knatter group at Ancient House is planning once more to knit poppies in aid of the Royal British Legion. We would welcome donations of red and green wool to this end. The knitters are also planning to knit Christmas decorations. Do drop in to the museum shop to see what they have been up to (no admission charge for visiting the shop).

Ancient House Museum Opening Times: 1st April to 30th September: Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 5pm. 1st October to 31st March: Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 4pm White Hart Street, Thetford, IP24 1AA Admission Prices: Adult: £4.70, Concession*: £4.45, Child (4-18): £4, Family (1 adult and children): £12.40, Family (2 adults and children): £16.55, Twilight Ticket (1 hour before closing): £1.50, Museums Pass holders, Friends of Ancient House and under 4s: Free. www.museums.norfolk.gov/ancient-house

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This month’s Thetford Face is Pete Twelftree. Pete is one of a handful of cordwainers in the country still producing historical footwear. Pete is also the proud owner of a Blue Peter badge!

How long have you lived in Thetford? I’ve lived here since I was 11. We moved from Croydon in 1975 on a council exchange to Abbey Farm. I had a year at Abbey Farm School, where they recognised that I was dyslexic and made a big difference to my life.

You then went onto Staniforth Secondary Modern School, did you enjoy your time there? The science blocks and metalwork rooms were really good. I always wanted to work with my hands and the school suited me for that. When I left I went into the RAF as an aircraft electrician for 18 months.

What was it like growing up in the town in the 1970s? Most of the time I was in the forest, I used to go out on my pushbike. I hated school discos; they weren’t my thing. In my early 20s I used to go to the King’s Head with Iceni MCC, my bike club. I still like to go on a few rallies.

Pete, second from left (with goggles) at the market place during a town pram race in the 1980s

Have you always worked in the town? When I came out of the RAF, I got an apprenticeship at Travenol in electronics, then I studied mechanical engineering at King’s Lynn College before working at local firms such as Jeyes, Tulip (formerly Danepak) and back to Baxters

Pete in his workshop where he creates his handmade historical shoes

(formerly Travenol). I’ve been an engineer most of my working life. I also had a brief spell running my own business looking after machinery and British motorbikes (which is now my hobby) for a while.

How did you get involved in shoe making?

The shoemaking was a result of getting involved in re-enactment. My wife Sarah saw an English Civil War re-enactment in the town around 1997. She was really keen to get involved in something like that, but I wasn’t.

Then I discovered a friend in my bike club did Viking to Norman. To keep the peace, I told Sarah if she made the costumes, I’d do it. Sarah got busy and created costumes for all 5 of us and we took part in Norman Rochester in 1998 after borrowing a lot of kit. I was put on the battlefield and that was it, I was hooked! I had some friends who organised re-enactor fairs and I used to help them out with their security. Through this I got to know a few of the traders including Morgan Hubbard of Plantagenet Shoes.

How did you become a cordwainer? Morgan was looking to retire and although I knew we couldn’t live on the shoe money, I wanted to have a go. Morgan had originally worked for Startrite; he took me on, and I did a year long apprenticeship with him, learning the skills and trade each weekend. I took over Plantagenent Shoes in May 2008 and started to make shoes on my own. Sarah and I worked together to start with and

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did the markets, often I would be in the workshop all evening and she would be sewing shoes in the house whilst looking after our daughters. It was hard work but worth it. I create shoes from the Roman period through to the 16th century using traditional methods including a pair based on shoes found on the Mary Rose. I also take bookings to bring cordwaining to life at events. Sarah and I created a Medieval tent which we use, I get into costume and demonstrate how hides of leather are turned into shoes. These days I mainly take commissions and have a 2 year waiting list. I really enjoy creating historical shoes and even provide a shoe exchange for very young reenactors as it can be so expensive to keep buying pairs when children’s feet grow so quickly.

A selection Pete’s beautifully crafted period shoes from his workshop demand How involved are you with the re-enactment community? When the shoes took off I started to slow down my re-enactment activities. I’ve done a bit of film work including a Channel 4 film, 1066 and I was once paid to go to France to fight as a Norman. I once spent a week at the Tower of London in late Norman kit with a group, greeting visitors. We were invited to the Ceremony of the Keys. Since then I’ve had training and become a regional trainer for fighting with weapons for re-enactors. Sarah and I did Kentwell Hall last year which was fun. We did spend many years re-enacting together as a family as the girls were growing up. These days I spend every other Saturday morning at Thetford Sword Club, HEMA (Historical European Martial Arts) training with long swords at Breckland Sports Centre.

They call me the resident Viking!

How did you get involved in Blood bikes? I got involved around 2 ½ years ago. I came across Blood Bikes and thought I’d do something to help as we’re near hospitals and I like being on a bike. I did my advanced motorcycle licence which you need to take part and usually do 4 trips a month depending on how busy I am.

Pete has put his love of motorbikes to good use by becoming a volunteer for Blood Bikes

During the week we do the night runs and work across the full 24 hours during bank holidays. We deliver blood products and breast milk. It’s all voluntary and there a few people in Thetford who are involved. Most of the time I go to Addenbrookes and bring the deliveries to Thetford where I swap over with other drivers who then go onto the hospitals. On one occasion I was part of a chain where a mother provided her breast milk to her baby from Addenbrookes to Great Ormond Street where the baby had been taken.

What do you love about living in Thetford? I love the forest and the common. When I came up from Croydon I just used to lose myself in the forest. Growing up on Abbey Farm was great for getting into the forest.

I also love the wildlife. I had a job at Kilverstone Wildlife Park when I was at Staniforth, that’s where I got my nickname Little Pete from. We’re also not too far from the coast here.

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Discover A New Creative Hobby Sandra Roberts started as a Stampin’ Up Independent Demonstrator over 10 years ago after a career in finance, working in Barclays Bank in Thetford for many years. 4 years ago, she opened a studio and has since developed a thriving business, “I have strong connections with Thetford having been in the area for many years. My studio came about from a legacy from my Dad, he would have been really proud to see what I’ve achieved.” Using her studio Sandra offers workshops and craft retreats with a B&B option.

Sandra says she has always been creative from a young age and has happy memories of crafting with her grandmother and aunt. “I’ve tried sewing, macramé and rug making, but paper crafting was always my favourite because of all the different techniques you can use.” Stampin’ Up appealed to Sandra because the range is so well co-ordinated. “They use great colours and the stamps, dies or punches work beautifully with the matching papers and embellishments”. Sandra holds regular workshops at Cloverfield Church on the 1st Wednesday of each month where you can get your creative juices flowing and create a set of 8 cards.

Launching in October is the ‘Cards and a Cuppa’ taster sessions at the Charles Burrell Centre. Participants will be able to enjoy a hot drink whilst creating 2 cards for £5 including all materials. Sandra’s latest project is to create her own YouTube channel, Sandra’s Craft Studio.

Here you will find demos, techniques, ideas to inspire for crafters of all ages. Dedicated crafters can also enjoy Sandra’s ‘Sunday Night Lives’ on her Facebook page StampandCraftStudio. “I also offer gift vouchers, these make a crafty evening the perfect gift for someone. I have a small local team covering Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire & Essex, if you have family or friends who may be interested in similar crafting events.”

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Thousands Attend Community Day A community and business Centre in Thetford was a hive of activity on 1st September as more than two thousand people descended on the site for its annual Community Day. The Charles Burrell Centre based on Staniforth Road opened its doors to showcase the nearly 50 different tenants permanently based on site – a mixture of commercial tenants and charitable groups. They were joined this year by dozens of organisations operating across Thetford. In total, more than 70 different organisations attended this year. For the first time, a headline act was incorporated into the entertainment in the shape of Two Brothers Racing. They’re a racing stunt team consisting of Mark Van Driel (Vandal), Paul Todd and Katrina Van Driel. They performed two 30-minute shows for attendees using their stretched drift bikes and wowed the crowds with their skills.

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Birdseye View Reveals Secrets Of The Past The term Aerial Archaeology might appear to be a contradiction. How can photographs taken hundreds of feet above the ground show what is beneath the surface? Expert on the subject Derek Edwards, speaking at Probus Club’s September meeting, explained how, illustrating his talk with a rich collection of photographs taken from the air.

His fascinating insight into Aerial Archaeology, started with a potted history of flight, touching first on hot air balloons and pointing out that city dwellers in Norwich would have witnessed them taking to the skies as early as the late 18th century. Viewing the countryside from above brought an unexpected bonus for archaeologists, for amazingly it reveals tell-tale traces of human activity and the remains of earthworks and buildings not visible at ground level.

With the development of photography these can be recorded in detail to help archaeologists in digs and investigating sites dating back thousands of years to the Neolithic, Bronze and Iron ages. Mr Edwards told Probus members how he has flown over most of Norfolk identifying and recording hundreds of sites.

He began taking photographs with cheap 35mm camera but eventually used a much more costly professional large format camera. Over the years he has amassed a remarkable treasure of aerial photographs which are now held in Norfolk Museum Services archive at Gressenhall. The interesting talk provoked plenty of questions for Mr Edwards and members show their appreciation in the usual way.

Speaker Derek Edwards, left, shows his book ‘Norfolk from the Air’ to Probus members John Snow and Gerald Goucher

monthly lunch co-ordinator was acknowledged with a round of applause. He expressed his regret adding that being a member had brought him much pleasure and enjoyment.

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Brandon Photographic Club The new season is now under way! We meet on alternate Wednesdays at the Baptist Church Hall (behind the Chapel) on the High Street in Brandon.

There is plenty of parking at the rear of the building and by the time this editorial goes to press our next meeting will be held on Wednesday 2nd October then 16th October - make it a date and come along to meet us.

We are holding our first competition on the 2nd October, a chance for you to come along and see some of the work our members produce and listen to the critique proffered by an independent judge. If a Tutorial is of more interest to you, then come along on Wednesday 16th October when David Morrel from Jessops is giving us a talk on the subject of Using a Flash and Multiple Exposures, this promises to be an interesting evening.

These talks are open to anyone, we just ask for a small donation from non-members to cover the costs of the speaker and refreshments for the evening of £3 per person. If you are interested in seeing some of our work before taking the plunge come along to this year’s Exhibition on Friday 11th and Saturday 12th October, held in the Baptist Hall. We will be open from 10am until 6pm on Friday and 10am until 4pm on Saturday, come

in and see a selection of photographs taken by our members and while you enjoy a cup of tea and some cake watch a slide show of more prints. 2019 is our 30th Anniversary and to help celebrate we are offering some of our prints for sale over the two days and other exciting offers. You don’t need to spend a fortune on expensive cameras to start learning about photography, many phones, compact and bridge cameras take some really good images and these are well worth looking at. Everyone is welcome to join in and we look forward to seeing you at one of our meetings or our Annual Exhibition. Visit the website for more information; www.brandonphotographicclub.co.uk

Croxton Road Community Association The next meeting is on Monday 7th October from 7.30pm at the Church of the Nazerene Church Hall.

Refreshments available sold in aid of the Harriet Martineau Play Area. Foodbank donations welcome.

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#See Me - Not All Disabilities Are Visible The #SeeMe campaign started this year. Set up as a non-profit group for women living with disabilities; termed physical, mental and quiet. In May we were awarded first prize in the Tesco’s Bags For Help which allowed us to progress with our work. We hold regular meet-ups every month and numbers are increasing.

My reason for starting the campaign comes from my background of working within exercise referral and exercise therapy. I have worked with some amazing women who have transformed themselves despite living with disabilities. Following the birth of my daughter I experienced post natal depression. I had to close my fitness studio and it was the support of several women who helped me out of a very dark place. This fuelled my passion to help lift others and the #SeeMe campaign was born. I’ve recently opened my new clinic and hope that it’s a place where other women can flourish.

Sunday 13th October, 12 - 3pm: Our first official #SeeMe Women’s Wellness Event! Our aim is to raise awareness of local services and support. #SeeMe is a non-profit campaign representing women with physical and mental disabilities but also ‘quiet’; something which is limiting the women to live in optimal health and

happiness. We take the notion that even broken crayons create beautiful pictures and want women to embrace their imperfectly perfect self. We will have various stalls including traditional medicine, alternative therapy, health & beauty, support groups, clubs and activities. A selection of guest speakers will also be attending. If you would like to book a stall at this event please contact us using the mobile below. We ask for a £15 donation to pay towards the cost of the event.

If you cannot attend the event but would like to show support we are looking for raffle prizes and any donation would be greatly appreciated.

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Enjoyable Day Trip For U3A Members We welcomed two new members last month bringing our membership up to 400+. This is an amazing number especially as we have only been registered such a short time. The leaders of the day trip group recently organised another wonderful day. This time a coach to Wymondham Abbey, then steam train to Dereham complete with our own personal train guide. At Dereham lunch was on another train/carriage residing at the station, after that we were back on the coach to the Gressenhall Victorian Workhouse.There, we were invited onto a cart pulled by two Suffolk punch horses named Reggie and Remus. Reggie was named after Reggie Kray as he was born nearby at a prison where the Krays were once housed. After the ride we were given maps to walk through the farm and to the workhouse.

In this area of Norfolk there were 22 workhouses with one in Thetford. It was such an interesting and informative afternoon, most certainly a place I would like to revisit. I believe it is worth joining our U3A to participate in the day trips. Our Emergency General Meeting takes place October 10th at noon, the upcoming meetings are on October 24th and November 28th. All meetings are at the Carnegie Room at 2pm.

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Thetford Inner Wheel Cathy Witton as President presided over our first meeting at our new venue where plans were put in place for a Coffee Morning to raise funds for our charities. The Foodbank will receive donations from the club either direct or via Tesco’s box as we were told the charity is rather desperate after the summer holidays. The club is also collecting items, such as pencils, soap, books etc. to be sent abroad in what are known as Joy and Roy bags.

After the visit to the new EACH hospice ‘The Nook’ it was decided to send a donation to buy 10 fluffy bath towels which were amongst the items required for the new venture. A generous donation was sent to the fund to help the disaster in the Bahamas. These donations are made possible by the proceeds of our fundraising efforts and we are very grateful to those who support us. At the meeting we were informed our District Chairman is supporting Teenage Cancer Trust and the Association President Riding for the Disabled.

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This autumn the local group of the WEA (Workers Educational Association) are hosting a series of talks

by Brian Statham on the social history of America c1850-c1950 – but viewed through the prism of popular music. This should be both interesting and entertaining – we don’t do “homework” and there is no expectation of prior knowledge of the subject, so you are very welcome to join us. There will be 8 sessions running from 10.30 to 12.30 on Monday mornings in the Methodist Church Hall on Tanner St. with the first meeting on 7th October. The fee for the course is £61.60 but this is waived for those on Pension Credit or similar. More information and enrolment can be found at www.wea.org.uk or by phoning 0300 303 3464.

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Thetford Society Annual Quiz Saturday 19th October at Cloverfield Community Church in support of Parkinson’s UK 7pm start. Teams of 4 - £5.50 per person, light supper included For further information contact Pat Smith on 01842 752854 or Wendy Raphael on 01842 755962

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Life-Saving Defibrillators For All Norfolk’s Recycling Centres Every one of Norfolk’s 20 recycling centres now has a newly installed defibrillator on site for the very first time.

The life-saving equipment will benefit communities and all the people and staff on the busy sites right across the county.

Councillor Andy Grant, Norfolk County Council Cabinet Member for Environment & Waste, said: “I’m very proud that this life-saving equipment is not only set to benefit people using our recycling centres, also those that live and work nearby. These 20 new machines will increase the number in the county and bring defibrillators to areas that have not had one until now.”

The East Anglian Air Ambulance is the current chosen charity for the 11 reuse shops at Norfolk's recycling centres. Patrick Peal, CEO of the East Anglian Air Ambulance, said: “We now attend more cardiac arrests than any other type of emergency, but often our team gets there too late to make a difference. The people that stand the best chance of survival are those that have CPR and a shock from a defibrillator within minutes of their heart stopping. Having 20 more defibrillators available in Norfolk at these centres is a brilliant initiative that will – without a doubt – help to save lives.

We’re very proud to be the benefitting charity of the reuse shops and congratulate Norfolk County Council on installing these life-saving pieces of kit.”

The purchase of the defibrillators was approved by county councillors in November 2018 and saw the first one put in place at the Mile Cross recycling centre in Norwich in April this year. The work is now complete after the last machine was fitted at Strumpshaw recycling centre last week. All the defibrillators are registered with the ambulance service and site staff have been trained to use them in emergency situations.

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Monksgate Yard Sales In spite of having to close down early because of an unexpected heavy shower, with the many generous gifts, cakes and donations, the final figure for the 2019 Monksgate Yard Sales is now £860!

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The growing season may be winding down but this month is the beginning of the allotment year with rents due now. If you apply now, you could get a plot that is being given up and is fairly weed-free. A full size plot costs around £50 and a half plot around £30. Contact Thetford Town Council for more information. On a new plot or old, this is the time to clear the land and rough dig it to allow the weather to loosen the texture for the spring. Another end-of-season job is trimming hedges and road-side bushes. Hedges will not grow for a few months so tidying up now ensures they look good right through the winter. If you walk anywhere, you will know how bushes and trees at the side of the pavement hang down after rainfall, just at the height to slap you in the face often enough. A trim would be much appreciated by us pedestrians.

Back in the garden, leaves will be blowing in from all directions now and the lawn is best kept clear. Worms take down a few but most gardens have areas where leaves collect and, once they get damp, they form a layer that blocks off the sunlight from the grass.

Although it is tough stuff, grass will yellow and die if there is no light. In addition the leaves can be mixed with other material on the compost heap to help supply you with barrow loads of free compost in the spring.

220 litre compost bins can be purchased from the Recycling Centre for the reduced price of £11.99.

If you like garlic, this is the time to plant the cloves so that roots establish before the frosts. They are quite greedy plants so need the ground to be well fertilised.

Plant them below the surface like daffodil bulbs – and mark the area as you will not see anything for a while.

Thinking of daffodils, if you plant a few pots with half a dozen dwarf daffs each, you will be able to move them round your garden for instant brightness as needed

next February. Once they’ve flowered, you can sink the clump into the ground and these tough little fellows will come up in following years. Daffodils have the advantage over tulips in that they don’t appeal to muntjac – quite important in this area. Seed catalogues are out now and you can start dreaming of great things next year. If you had any particular successes or failures this year, note any names you want to remember. I tried a different runner bean but shall revert to Lady Di for next year as it is the best I know for remaining stringless to a reasonable size. In the flower garden I have been amazed at the show from a packet of Godetia seed.

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King Of The Birds Next time you have a twenty pence piece in your hand, take a moment to feel the weight of it. Not much to it, is there? At five grams, it weighs about the same as Britain’s smallest bird, the Goldcrest. As their name suggests, these tiny forest denizens have a bright orange-yellow stripe along the centre of their crown, which probably gives rise to the name ‘king of the birds’ in European folklore. However, this feature can be hard to see as they flit about restlessly in trees and bushes.

Goldcrests are at home in wooded habitats and breed commonly in Thetford Forest. However, autumn sees them stretching their wings: not only do locally bred individuals join flocks of tits and other small birds in hedgerows and other less-wooded places, but Goldcrests from Scandinavia and even as far as western Russia arrive for the winter. October to early November is the key time for birds to reach our shores from the northeast, and this sees sightings at non-forest locations – such as BTO’s Nunnery Lakes reserve – reach their annual peak.

Gardens can host Goldcrests too, and observations from BTO’s year-round Garden BirdWatch (GBW) scheme confirm that now is a great time of year to look out for them. They still only appear on 1 in 20 GBW submissions though, even in autumn, so they remain a fairly uncommon garden visitor for most of us. Goldcrests feed largely on insects, spiders and other small invertebrates so they don’t usually come in to bird feeders, though evergreen trees such as Leylandii often attract them. Their high-pitched, squeaking calls often give away their presence in such thick cover, though it is sadly a sound that’s often impossible for people with poor high-frequency hearing to detect. Despite their tiny size, Goldcrests are remarkably cold-tolerant and employ a number of strategies to stay warm on cold nights. In prolonged periods of cold weather though,

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New Recycling Opportunity In Thetford An innovative recycling programme has been developed

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Do your bit to address the plastic waste problem we’ve heard so much about recently and make Thetford a more environmentally friendly place to live. By increasing how much plastic you recycle you can save tonnes of waste from landfills and incinerators each month. Two sites in Thetford town centre have recently signed up to provide drop off points for materials not normally recycled. King Street Baptist Church is a collection point for cake, biscuit and cracker wrappers and oral care products, the Guildhall Tea Room is a collection point for crisp packets. To recycle oral care products please remove as much toothpaste from the tube as possible. Dental floss and containers, denture tablet and adhesive packaging, toothpaste pumps, mouthwash plastic bottles and battery toothbrushes can not be recycled as part of this programme. Only flexible plastic can be recycled as part of the biscuits and snacks programme, cardboard packaging can still be recycled through your black bin

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Local Schools Encouraged To Apply For Free Outdoor Learning Resources As children across the country return to the classroom, local schools are being encouraged to apply for up to £500 worth of free outdoor learning resources to allow youngsters to get hands on with nature.

Applications for the Local School Nature Grants are open from now up until the 22nd November 2019 from the charity Learning Through Landscapes, which is distributing £550,000 of funding raised by players of People’s Postcode Lottery, with funds being awarded from Postcode Local Trust.

Through the programme, Learning Through Landscapes wants to transform the way we currently think of outdoor education and show the learning and play potential that exists within all school grounds regardless of their setting and outdoor spaces, empowering teachers to be able to take the teaching of all curriculum subjects outdoors. As well as receiving up to £500 worth of outdoor resources of their choosing, school staff will also receive a two-hour training session on how to get the most out of the equipment. The learning resources and the training sessions available are entirely customisable; meaning infant, primary and secondary schools can choose which items will best suit their learners and the setting that they will be delivered in. The programme is also open to special schools and pupil referral units. Applications are being actively encouraged from schools whose pupils are aged 5+ and are passionate about making environmental improvements for the benefit of their pupils, staff and the community.

Laura Chow, head of charities at People’s Postcode Lottery, said: “Given that children in Britain spend an average of just 16 minutes a day exploring in parks and

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Thursday Nights Thursday Nights is a group of ladies ‘who sing and drink tea’ and gave their first concert 10 years ago under the baton of local teacher Mary Rolton.

Since that time they have have sung to help raise funds for charities, for church services, to entertain Town Twinning visitors and Lions or to provide a musical interlude during the register signing at weddings. They now continue to make music under the direction of Sally Bauer and celebrate the 10th anniversary of their first concert with a charity event at the URC, Earl’s Street on 19th October at 7pm.

The tickets cost £7 on the door and Thursday Nights hope you will stay for a cuppa and cake at the end.

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Events at Redgrave and Lopham Fen Wild Tots: Every Friday, 10am - 11.30am Wild Babies: Every Friday, 1pm - 2pm Weekend Wildlife Club Second Saturday of the month (except August), 10.30am - 12.30pm, a club for 6-11 year olds, £3 Time To Paint Last Friday of the month, 10am - 2pm £5 donation. All welcome, no need to book.

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Apple Day and Autumn Plant Sale Suffolk Wildlife Trust’s annual Apple Day and Autumn Plant Sale takes place on Sunday 13th October from 10.30am to 3pm at Redgrave and Lopham Fen, near Bressingham.

Take along the mystery apples from your garden for the local experts from Orchards East to identify. Discover some new recipe ideas, find out the best ways to store your fruit and put your taste buds to the test by trying a variety of apples. You can also meet local crafts people demonstrating their skills and buy handmade products and local produce. Pick up a bargain from the Trust’s popular donated plant, cake and book stalls and visit stallholders who will be offering shrubs, perennials, bulbs and seasonal bedding plants for sale, as well as vintage and used gardening tools and equipment.

Families can enjoy the free, fun, apple-themed games, craft activities and trails and Kenninghall Morris will provide a colourful display in the afternoon. The Centre will be open throughout the day serving hot and cold light refreshments including soup, savouries, tea and cakes. Philip from Cafe Piccolo, who is at the Fen every Sunday, will provide barista coffees and real hot chocolate. Hot dogs will be available from The Flying Chef and Mrs Tubs will be selling local homemade ice cream in seasonal flavours. Entry to the event will be £3 for adults and £2 for children. Dogs are welcome on a short lead. Other activities at Redgrave and Lopham Fen are detailed on page 38 of this month’s About Thetford Magazine. For more info please contact Deborah Key, Wild Learning Officer, SWT Redgrave & Lopham Fen 01379 688333 / 07557 494717 or e-mail: redgrave.learning@suffolkwildlifetrust.org

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New opportunity for a dream business Starting a new business in uncertain times might have deterred quite a few people but local businessman Hassan Mhamood is not one to shy away from a challenge. Hassan is now celebrating after his new showroom opened in Stephenson Way, Thetford and is quite literally running a dream business.

“I wanted a change in direction, I’ve always been a bit entrepreneurial, my Dad is a market trader and has been in the town and Bury St Edmunds market for many years, so I’ve always been around retail. For me it was finding the right line and making it sustainable.

Everyone needs a bed, and what’s really great is that most are still made in England.”

Former Rosemary Musker High School pupil Hassan started his business, Best Beds Direct online earlier this year, following his initial success the next step was to create a showroom where people could try out the products and enjoy a personal service. “Everyone in Thetford likes a family business and I want to offer the local community a great deal so they can shop locally.

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Parkrunner Of The Month Meet our parkrunner of the month Ryan Watson. Ryan is a regular visitor to Thetford parkrun and can be seen running with his mother or more regularly running with his grandfather Geoffrey Herschell. Ryan is currently 10 years old and will be celebrating his 11th birthday in November. Ryan is looking forward to turning 11 because it will mean he can run parkrun on his own.

Ryan's first parkrun was in August 2018 and he took 49 minutes and 50 seconds to complete the 5k route.

Ryan has improved his fitness and his fastest time to complete the 5k was in July 2019, finishing in 28 minutes and 54 seconds. Ryan has completed 3 virtual 10k events, (run a 6.1 miles in your own time, away from race conditions). He was first place in the Family Fiesta junior run, 2018 and Lotus car event 2019.

Ryan usually runs with his grandfather but occasionally the three generations, including his mother can be seen together at Thetford. Ryan has volunteered 11 times, including taking photographs of the event. Ryan's most favourite volunteering task is to marshal. Looking to the future, Ryan's goals are to achieve a 25 minute 5k time and to achieve 50 parkruns in 2020.

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Tournament Raises Chairty Funds

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Thetford Short Mat Bowls Club recently hosted The Barry Barsby Memorial Trophy tournament at the Charles Burrell Centre. The tournament is held in memory of Barry who was well known in Thetford at Barsby Butchers and also in the world of darts and more recently, bowls. Barry, who passed away in 2016, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at the age of 49, but managed to keep it under control for many years.

Jess Dixon won Thetford Golf Club's recent Ladies' Championship for the fifth time with a hard-fought 3 & 1 win over 13-year-old Nellie Ong. Jess, who plays off two, is only 22 herself but she had to play some of her best golf to overcome teenager Nellie. It was nip and tuck for the first nine holes and remained all square.

Jess took the lead on the back nine and held on to win on the 17th green after a fine contest.

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3 & 1 to win the trophy for the fifth time.

Teams from Harling, Hingham, Thetford and Watton The Men's Scratch KO final saw Matt West beat Kevin took part, with Kieran Suffolk being the eventual winner, Cooke 5 & 4 to win the Treetops Trophy for the first time. closely followed by Mick Colledge and Jason Martin, a Dean Scott won two trophies over the weekend. On clean sweep by the Thetford team. Barry’s daughter and Sunday Dean beat Josh Chamberlain in the 36-hole granddaughters presented the trophies to the winners final of the Cowan & Oliver Trophy. The top eight gross and £210 was raised for Parkinson’s UK. Thanks must scores in the Sidgwick Trophy in June qualify for the go to the Charles Burrell Centre for generously allowing knock-out stages and Dean emerged as the winner. us to use the venue free of charge and to Eddie Bebee MCP Editorial:TEMPLATE 12/09/2013 08:13 PageThe 1 men's pairs final was won by Rob Taylor & Matt for devising the tournament and providing the trophies. Harben, 4 & 3 against Norrie Dickson & Brian Youngs.

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Rob & Matt were two under par for their better-ball after nine holes and two more birdies over the next six holes secured victory. The men's matchplay KO final saw Ross Sanford beat Andy Beard to win the Cock Pheasant Trophy and the plate competition was won by John Ward, beating Will Brown in the final. The Krumrine Trophy involves four men and four women who qualify for the knock-out stages and in an all-female final Jan Bone beat Barbara Bailey at the 20th hole. Barbara also lost in the Ladies' Handicap Cup final, losing 4 & 3 to Sue Saunders. All the finals were played in good spirit and there was some excellent golf played.

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Boudica Backdraft For all of you that came to the Annual Community Day at Charles Burrell Centre, on Sunday 1st September you may have stumbled across our event on the back field called ‘Boudica backdraft’. You know, the part of the field that had the 6.5 tonne lorries, Giant Tyre Wheels, ‘A’ frames and all the other gruelling stuff that the event co-ordinator, Rob Breen, had managed to make in time for this team event!

The event was a taster run for a competition that will be running next June. It brings male and females together to work in a team of 4 and to use their strength, power, endurance and teamwork ability to ultimately win what can only be known as ‘The Hybrid Showdown’. Athletes were invited down to participate in the full day event and take on 5 tough workouts which would see them climbing the leader board and fighting for first place!

Rob, as well as myself and many other competitors are part of the Fire Service, next years event will be held so that up to 40 teams can enter and profits raised will be going to the Fire Fighters Charity. Training days will be commencing soon and will include an array of weird and wonderful kit, movements and technical building blocks to enable any team a chance at competing for the win! If this is something you feel you’d be interested in, then drop me an email and we can talk through it. Even if confidence is an issue, you can commit to training days without pressure to compete.

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England Debut For Archy

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A dream came true for local lad Archy Stannard when he represented England at the 39th National Skeet Home Countries International Tournament in County Donegal, Ireland. 6 teams, England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland and Jersey competed across two days in a series of single and paired clay pigeon shoots. Archy, 17, from Rushbrook was the youngest member of the England Junior Squad and has been shooting for 4 years.

Thetford Dolphins had 13 swimmers travel to Norwich UEA for The Boudicca Open and returned home with an impressive 11 new club records, 10 1st places and 22 personal bests from 57 swims.

“When you put on that red jacket, everything changes, it’s been my dream to represent England since I started shooting.” Archy said his first tournament was a good experience, although he was disappointed to come second as a team. England narrowly lost out to the Republic of Ireland by 4 points. “I shot consistently across the competition and my coach was happy with my debut. He’s been through the same experience so knows the disappointment when it doesn’t go your way.

My dream is to be the Home International Champion”.

Archy would like to thank his sponsors Shadwell and Pearson Capital Projects for their support.

Aimee Dickerson club records for 12y 50m breast (Pb) & 100m IM (1st/Pb) and a Pb for 100m breast; Alice Fasey club records for 15y 100m breast, 50m breast & 400m free; Amalee Neill-Gourlay club record 14y 50m free (Pb)and a Pb in the 200m free; Ben Buckley 1st places in 200m & 50m breast and 200m IM; Benjamin Flood Pb in 50m fly; Charis Neill-Gourlay Pbs in 50m breast & 200m IM; Francesca Long Pb in 400m free; Hannah Twells 1st place in 50m back (Pb) and further Pbs in 100m back, 100m breast, 50m breast and 50m free; Harry Fasey club records for 12y 100m breast & 50m breast (Pbs) and 1st place in 200m breast; Kane Buckles club record for 14y 50m breast (1st/Pb) and 1st place for 100m breast (Pb) and Louis James club records for 13y 50m & 100m breast (1st/Pbs) and also Pbs for 50m back & 100m fly. Emma Malcolm and Ciara Lewis also swam. Well done to all Dolphins.

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