Beccles, Bungay & Harleston Community News November 2021

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We're getting back into the community with our wellbeing walks. The next local walk is in Bungay, meeting at Outney Common on Wednesday the 27th of October at 1:30pm. We also hold walks across Waveney and Norfolk. The details for these can be found on the wellbeing website.

On Thursday October 21st, wellbeing are holding their free champion training at 10:30am via Zoom. This is a course aimed at those who wish to increase there understanding of mental health.

Spaces for the course can be booked via the wellbeing Norfolk and Waveney Eventbrite page or for more information, you can

email: socials@wellbeingnandw.co.uk Every Tuesday evening at 6pm, we hold various socials including quiz nights, crosswords together and meditation. We continue to hold our monthly laughter yoga sessions with the wonderful Mand. The next session is Friday the 29th of October at 10:30am.

For more information on our socials, the community development team, webinars and self help, you can visit the Norfolk and Waveney website, you can email the team at: socials@wellbeingnandw.co.uk or on social media on Twitter (@ Wellbeingsocia1) and Facebook (@WellbeingNandW).

u3a Harleston and District cases and will give details of the biological forensic aspects of crime investigation. Not for the faint-hearted! Further details can be found on our website: www.u3asites.org.uk/harleston/ events or by phoning Kim Poulton on 01986 788149.

Have you ever wondered what Nordic walking is... or whether it's for you? Well, it's for almost everyone!

Using the upper body to work muscles we don't often use, it works the heart, gently rotates the lower back, takes a third of the pressure off knees, hips, ankles and feet, and generally makes walking almost double its potential for fitness. Using over 90% of the bodies muscles, (swimming only uses 63%), you soon find that you're more supple in areas of the body that previously struggled.

As we get older, our balance begins to go, Nordic walking can help with this, not just because the poles keep us upright! But because the technique helps align areas of the brain too. All in all, it's a total body workout, but out in the air, with good company and lovely countryside.

To join a class, you need to be reasonably fit and able to walk

three or four miles with ease. The poles propel you along, so you'll find you walk faster than normal.

Once your stride lengthens, the core of the body tightens, and the benefits of Nordic walking begin to take effect!

Classes coming soon to Bungay. To find out more, email Maggie at magsnordic@gmail. com (or ring 07736 929773). I often can't answer the phone if I'm leading a walk, so email first if you can't get me on the phone.

Poles are supplied during classes.

I've been teaching Nordic walking for the past fourteen years and taught in many colleges

and holiday companies over the country, as well as locally in Suffolk. So if you're looking to learn something new, enjoy the outdoors, meet new people, and get a bit fitter at the same time, then get in contact and join the world of Nordic walking!

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The u3a Harleston and District's next meeting and talk is on Wednesday 17th November at 2pm in St John's Church, Harleston. The talk, entitled 'Blood, Sweat and Fears', is a presentation by ex-forensic scientist Mary Newton, who's worked on many high profile

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An update from Norfolk and Waveney Wellbeing

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about the show and meet the production team.

There's no commitment at this stage or the following stage, which is the read-through of the script, this will be held the following Wednesday. Now the exciting bit, auditions will commence 8th November with show rehearsals commencing 29th November.

To see a little of what we do, our next production is 'Curtain Up', where we've joined with our junior section (Rising Stars) to showcase songs from musical theatre. This runs 20th to 23rd October.

We're really excited to welcome you all back, so let the fun begin!

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Now that theatre doors are open again, we're looking forward to the return of our past members and very much hoping to attract new members to our amateur musical theatre group. If singing or dancing isn't your thing, there are numerous backstage roles required to support our productions.

We'll very shortly be looking to cast our world premier April 2022 production, 'The Ballad of Robyn Hood'. This is a musical comedy about a theatre group who have hit upon hard times. With no money for license fees, they're forced to perform the terrible shows written and starring local bully Maureen Desmond whose latest show, 'Thatcher - the Musical' has just finished. The story goes that Aunt Christine once spent a bohemian summer in Paris in the sixties where she shared a garret with two young musicians, the 'soon to be famous' Andrew Laird Warbler and Tim Rhys.

After a particularly bohemian party, the boys decide to head off to Buenos Aires where Tim has an idea about a new show. Their musical about Robyn Hood is abandoned but Christine brings it home with her where it stays undiscovered for many years.

The show follows the story of the society's struggle to get the show to stage as Maureen (furious at having her next show overlooked) tries her best to sabotage it.

Rehearsals are in Beccles and our performances are held in Beccles Public Hall. If you're interested in becoming involved, why not come along to the preview evening. This is being held Monday 1st November at 7:30pm in the Quaker Hall, Beccles where you'll find out

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Mrs C had a wonderful time on her first outing since lockdown.

She's now booked on to another outing being arranged by BACT. This is a wonderful outcome and exactly what the project is about."

For further information about this opportunity please visit our website: www.bactcommunitytransport. org.uk, ring us on 01986 896896 or visit us at: Harmony House, Hillside Road East, Bungay, Suffolk, NR35 1RX. Open 9am-4pm - Monday to Friday.

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Air Cadets Padre. We were also honoured to have with us and representing the RAF, Wg.Cdr Kim Balshaw MA RAF (retired) who delivered the address and also the exhortation: 'They Shall Grow Not Old'. Many civic guests included our Beccles Mayor, the chairman of Waveney District Council, chairman of Kessingland PCC and representatives of many veterans associations including The Royal British Legion Beccles branch, also attended.

Following the service, a parade of Beccles 759 Sqd. RAF Air Cadets and the standards of the many veterans associations paraded outside the Church. Brian Vousden (the president of the local branch of RAFA) commented: "We'd like to thank all those who attended the commemoration of this very important day and the many unseen and often forgotten helpers and volunteers who make such a difference to the success of such a gathering. We thank you all."

St. Mary's Handbell Ringers, Halesworth We're delighted to be 'back in action!' The bells have been polished, our wide-ranging repertoire has been 'woken up' and we're ready to accept bookings for Spring 2022 onwards.

Meanwhile, we're planning some workshops where you can listen/have a go/learn more about what handbell ringing entails.

These workshops are open to all and will have a seasonal flavour...

Guaranteed to bring cheer and hope in these difficult times.

The team practises on a Tuesday afternoon 3pm-4pm at the Catholic Church Hall in Church Farm Lane, Halesworth.

You're invited to drop in on any of our practices to meet the team and listen to our music.

Our workshops will be advertised in the Community News and in local libraries.

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We've recently received funding thanks to East Suffolk Council and the East Suffolk Community Partnership funds to take people out to combat isolation and loneliness.

This is an exciting opportunity for Suffolk residents in and around Lowestoft, Beccles and Bungay.

Are you, or do you know anyone who is struggling to get out and socialise? Are you feeling anxious about leaving your home, or are you unsure of what groups or clubs are available?

We'll provide one-off, free transport from your home address and take you where you'd like to go. Maybe you'd like to go to visit a friend or for a trip to your local garden centre.

Project Officer, Chloe Andrews recently took a Beccles resident

The month of September holds a special place for members of the RAF, both serving and veterans.

On Saturday 18th September, the first 'Wings Appeal' collection for 2021 was held in Exchange Square. Many local families and visitors were calling at our marquee and we thank all those generous people whose contributions to our charity will make such a difference to those who help defend our nation.

The following day (19th September) was 'Battle of Britain Sunday'. This saw the RAF Ensign flying proudly from the Beccles Church Tower.

At 3pm, the parade and church service at St. Benet's Minster commenced with the entry of the standards for the church service and commemoration for those who made the supreme sacrifice in 1940.

The service was hosted by Fr. Martin Gowman OSB MA ARCO and also included Canon Ron Tuck, Norfolk and Suffolk Wing

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The pub has been completely redecorated inside and out and we have our heated marquee available for functions and parties! To book your table, or for more details, please call us on:

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We’re excited to announce the opening of our very own Restaurant & Events Venue at the lovely St. Peter’s Hall, Bungay.

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As you're now reading your November paper, time is ticking by and we're counting down the days to Christmas.

Whilst we're not back to 'normal' just yet, this year is looking like the festive season we all know and love. A chance to get together with family, friends and colleagues around the dinner table and enjoy some great food and drink.

If you don't fancy all the prep, cooking and washing up then why not take advantage of the many fabulous pubs, restaurants and hotels we have in the area.

Tables are sure to book up quickly so get ahead of the game and reserve your table nice and early to avoid disappointment.

CHRISTMAS PARTY MENU • Black Truffle & Mushroom Velouté, Potato Puffs & Truffle Oil with House Bread • Smooth Chicken Liver Parfait, Parma Ham Crisps, Granny Smith Apple & Sour Dough Toast • Compté Cheese Potato Fritter, Pickled Cauliflower & Caramelised Cauliflower Puree • 48hr Smoked Salmon, Dill Labneh & Black Treacle Soda Bread • Lobster Bisque Risotto with Prawns in Tarragon Butter • Roast Breast of Local Turkey, Chestnut Sausage Meat Stuffed Leg, Pigs in Blankets, Bread Sauce, Spiced Cranberry Relish, Duck Fat Roasties, Winter Vegetables, Sprouts & Smoked Bacon with Pan Gravy • Char-Grilled Dry-Aged Red Poll Sirloin Steak, Salt Baked Celeriac, Truffle & Parmesan Hand Cut Chips, Fine Beans & Jus • Pan-Roast Hake Fillet, Garlic Potato Puree, Saffron, Mussel & Cockle Cream Sauce with Tender Stem Broccoli • Vegan Herb Gnocchi, Salt Baked Winter Vegetables, Sherry Hazelnut Dressing • Season Vegetables to each table • Steamed Christmas Plum Pudding, Brandy Butter, Rum Sauce & Candied Citrus Fruits • Iced Chestnut Parfait with Kumquat Compote • Chocolate Torte, Milk Chocolate Mousse, White Chocolate & Pistachio Crumb & Cognac Ice Cream • Suffolk Cheese Board 3 courses £25.75 - 2 course £19.95 - 1 course £15.95 Book your Christmas table as soon as possible!

LIGHT LUNCH CHRISTMAS PARTY MENU • Roast Tomato & Red Pepper Soup with Basil Oil & House Bread • Roast Breast of Local Turkey, Chestnut Sausage Meat Stuffed Leg, Pigs in Blankets, Bread Sauce, Spiced Cranberry Relish, Duck Fat Roasties, Winter Vegetables, Sprouts & Smoked Bacon with Pan Gravy • Steamed Christmas Plum Pudding, Brandy Butter, Rum Sauce & Candied Citrus Fruits 3 course menu £17.50 • Coffee & Chefs Viennese Mince Pies £3.75

Christmas Day bookings available at £68.95 per head (11s and under £34.50).

Early booking essential!

To Start Grilled Brie & Candied Walnuts with a Salad garnish & Crusty Bread Warm Prawn Salad in a Spicy Marinade with a Salad Garnish & Brown Bread & Butter Mushroom & Sherry Soup with Crusty Bread Slow Cooked Honey Glazed Gammon Platter with Crusty Bread Huntsman Vegan Salad Platter ∞∞∞ Main Course Please ring to check on availability and to make a provisional booking for your Roast Turkey with all the trimmings, served with Roast Potatoes, Roast Parsnips, festive lunchtime/evening meal Pigs in Blankets, Stuffing Balls, Yorkshire Pudding, Cauliflower Cheese & Seasonal Available from Monday 29th November to Friday 24th December Vegetables ∞∞∞ Slow Cooked Pork Belly served with Herby Mashed Potatoes & Seasonal 2 Course option Vegetables £20.95 Per Guest for 2 courses followed by coffee and mini mince pies Grilled Sea Bass served with Crushed New Potatoes & Green Beans with a Curry ∞∞∞ Drizzle 3 Course option Cranberry & Lentil Bake served with Hassleback New potatoes & Seasonal £25.95 Per Guest for 3 courses followed by coffee and mini mince pies Vegetables (Vegan) ∞∞∞ ∞∞∞ Senior Citizen option Desserts (Monday & Friday Lunchtimes 12pm–2pm) Christmas Pudding served with Brandy Butter, Custard, Cream or Ice Cream £13.50 Per Guest for a main & a dessert followed by coffee and mini mince pies Mint Choc Chip Cheesecake served with Cream or Ice Cream ∞∞∞ Spiced Pancakes with Cranberry Syrup served with Ice Cream or Sorbet Booking is essential and a £10 non-refundable deposit is required to confirm Chocolate, Date & Almond Filo Coil served with Ice Cream (Vegan) booking. Pre orders to be confirmed by phone or email no later than 10 days prior Cheese & Biscuits to your chosen date. ∞∞∞ Please inform us at time of booking with any special dietary requirements or To Finish allergies.

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Christmas Party Menu (Please ask if you need information about allergens in any of our dishes) Starters Tomato and Basil Soup (Vg) - Served with artisan bread Bruschetta - Garlic rubbed toast, grilled with smoked bacon, cranberry and goats cheese & topped with rocket Seared Pigeon Breast Salad (Gf) - Served with mixed leaves and bramble vinaigrette Smoked Trout Pâté - Served with horseradish cream and toasts Main Courses Slices of Roast Norfolk Turkey with bacon wrapped chipolata, chestnut stuffing & cranberry sauce Slow-Cooked Beef & Vegetable Stew (Gf) in a rich red wine gravy and served with polenta slices Oven-Baked Nut Roast (V) - Served with a wild mushroom sauce (The above are served with crispy roast potatoes, braised red cabbage, Brussels sprouts with chestnuts and roasted roots) Pan-Fried Fillet of Salmon with a basil and parmesan crust, buttered new potatoes and tenderstem broccoli Desserts Baileys and White Chocolate Cheesecake (V) - Served with vanilla ice-cream Lemon Posset (V) (Gf) - Drizzled with raspberry coulis and served with a shortbread biscuit Italian Bread and Butter Pudding (V) - Served with whipped cinnamon cream Traditional Christmas Pudding and Brandy Butter Coffee and Chocolate Mints 2 courses and coffee £19.95 per person 3 courses and coffee £25.50 per person

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£28.95 per person including festive cracker Prawn & Crayfish Cocktail Classic with a crayfish twist served with wholemeal bread and lemon wedge.

Chestnut Mushroom & Thyme Soup (V) Chefs recipe served with petit pain and French butter.

Caprese Salad (V) Sliced buffalo mozzarella and vine salad tomato, rocket leaves, basil oil.

Sliced Italian Cured Meats Rocket and parmesan salad, olives and sun-dried tomatoes. All served with roast potatoes and seasonal vegetables.

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Lamb 3 Ways French trimmed lamb cutlet, Herb crusted rump, slow cooked shepherd’s pie, port and red currant jus.

Roast Norfolk Bronze Turkey Pigs in blankets, cranberry stuffing, Yorkshire pudding, chefs roast gravy.

Baked Cod Loin Wrapped in Parma ham, garlic mash and herb oil.

Roasted stuffed butternut squash (V) Peppers, red onion and spinach, basil, breadcrumbs and smoked paprika.

Desserts: • Traditional Christmas pudding with brandy cream or custard.

• Vanilla Panacotta with fresh raspberries and coulis.

• Zesty Lemon cheesecake with vanilla ice-cream.

• Warm chocolate brownie chocolate sauce and vanilla ice-cream.

• Cheese and biscuits - Continental cheeses with tomato chutney.

Tea & Coffee available from £1.50

Ring to book on 01379 740403 or email: info@rushallhalfmoon.co.uk

Poetry book written by Worlingham resident raises funds for UNICEF I've been a resident of Worlingham for over thirty years and was the leader of the Beccles Library Poetry Group for ten years. During the three periods of lockdown, I (like many others) was shielding. So to pass the time away, I began writing little poems recording my thoughts and observations. Some of these were published in a magazine and I thought it'd be a good idea to collect them together in a little book of poems.

At the same time, the news was full of the plight of children and families who were suffering or displaced due to the war in Afghanistan and drought in various other parts of the world, so I thought I could help

by selling this little book and donating any profits to UNICEF (United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund).

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Worlingham Paper Shop or can be purchased directly by emailing: patriciapoetrybooks@gmail.com.

The price is £3 plus postage.

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Alde and Blyth Community Radio Matt Bowles is one of ABC Radio's familiar voices every weekend. Here, he tells us all about his programme and why he got involved with Alde and Blyth Community Radio.

"I've always been interested in radio and apart from a couple of sessions at a hospital radio with a couple of mates, I've never done anything about it. That was, until I saw a post on Facebook seeking people who were interested in joining the Alde and Blyth Community Radio team, so I jumped at it!

I warned Wayne Burns that I'm very much an old dog and new tricks don't come easy, to which he replied "it's just like driving a car" but in reality, it's like flying a helicopter whilst trying to keep your instructor amused!

Building the show was fun, but challenging and I don't know if I could have done it all without some wise experienced words from Wayne and Jo Baker (my co-host). She's been brilliant and helps out a lot with the content and she's great to bounce off - on and off air.

We're now nearly three months in on ABC The Full English Breakfast (8am-10am on a Saturday morning in case you didn't know) and our confidence has really grown. We try and keep it humorous and light hearted and hope it's a nice way to ease in to the weekend.

Live radio is such a buzz, whether you've got one listener or a million of them, and talking of listeners, ours are fantastic with their contributions and it's great to read their comments every week."

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On Monday 27th September, the bells rang out at noon and flags flew from the Bell Tower and Town Hall to celebrate the 350th anniversary of Charles II being in Beccles in 1671.

After the ringing the Collector of the Feoffees, Mark Jermey, presented Kate Gill, the Tower

Captain, with a cheque in appreciation of the ringers' service on the day and over the centuries.

The Feoffees who manage the Townlands Trust have a long tradition of supporting the ringing that took place to mark special events, as they did when the King visited. They gave the ringers ten shillings and often also rewarded them with a generous supply of beer.

The Tower Captain was delighted that the cheque, which will help with ongoing repairs to keep the bells ringing, represented more than three and a half

centuries of inflation.

On 30th September as part of the celebrations, local historian Barry Darch gave a well-attended talk at Beccles Library on 'Beccles and Royalty'. The library was delighted that the talk signalled the restarting of its Top Time programme. Cake was enjoyed, courtesy of Tesco.

The 'Drabble' writing competition for adults attracted a good range of imaginative entries describing Charles's visit - and the winner was Karen Morral who will receive the prize donated by Peggy Macgregor.

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Local musical theatre groups unite to return to the stage After months of not being able to do what they love best, the award-winning youth musical theatre group Rising Stars have teamed up with their sister group WLOG to create a show celebrating the reopening of theatres and live performances.

The result is 'Curtain Up' which will be staged nightly at 7:30pm from Wednesday 20th to Saturday 23rd October at Beccles Public Hall and Theatre.

Helen Steed (Chair of Rising Stars) explained how difficult the past eighteen months have been for the Beccles-based group. "Our production of 'Spamalot' was cancelled just before opening night in March 2020 when theatres closed and the first lockdown started. It was huge blow to us, both financially and emotionally, as performing together formed a large part of our wellbeing and social lives.

When we were finally allowed to meet up again to restart rehearsals, we were determined to perform something uplifting and upbeat to help raise everyone's spirits. Sharing the stage with

WLOG has been a fantastic experience. Combining our talents and experience has packed 'Curtain Up' with songs and dances from our favourite musicals, including Chicago, Little Shop of Horrors, Starlight Express, Newsies, Thoroughly Modern Millie and All Shook Up. We're so looking forward to welcoming audiences back to the theatre and seeing them leave with smiles on their faces."

As well as putting the final touches to 'Curtain Up', Rising Stars have announced that their March 2022 production will be the fun-filled musical 'Legally Blonde'. Open auditions will be held in early November 2021 and talented performers aged 12-19 are invited to apply. Visit their website for more details and to book an audition slot.

Tickets for 'Curtain Up' are £10 for adults and £8 for under 18s and can be purchased from the Beccles Public Hall Box Office in person, by phoning 01502 770060 or online. More information from Rising Stars' website: www.WLOGRisingStars.co.uk

up-to-date. If they do wander off in search of a warm place, they'll be easily traced back to your address.

• If using antifreeze in your car, please do so with care and ensure any spills are removed immediately to ensure pets are not tempted to lick it.

• If the weather becomes particularly cold, keep your cat indoors. While they might seem bored or restless, pet cats aren't used to extreme temperatures and can even develop frostbite or hypothermia. Keep them entertained and exercised with enrichment toys and feeders.

Looking for a home: Poppy came to us because, sadly, her owners have had to give up their pets through ill health. She is six years old, timid and shy at first, but a patient and gentle owner will be rewarded with an extremely affectionate cat. She loves being stroked and brushed and, unusually, she likes her tummy being tickled. Poppy is very lovable and needs a quiet,

September overall was very dry with somewhat above-average temperatures.

Could you give Poppy her forever home? peaceful home where she'll get the attention she deserves. If you can offer her her ideal home, please contact us asap.

See our website: framandsax. cats.org.uk or telephone 01728 723499 for more information about adopting, cats in our care, how to become a member of the branch, event dates, neutering, cat-care leaflets, how to become a volunteer fundraiser or fosterer, make a donation and other ways you can support us. You can also find us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

Saxmundham Museum 'Our Story of Saxmundham', a newly published book, describes how the East Suffolk town has grown over the centuries, from its earliest beginnings as a small Saxon settlement, to its emergence as a thriving market town and its continued development as an important East Suffolk hub.

A collaborative project from long time Saxmundham residents Richard and Viv Wills Crisp and Kevin and Jane Gale, the book contains fascinating historical photographs and insightful stories and anecdotes. It's truly a fascinating read for all ages.

Saxmundham Museum is hosting a morning to launch

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instances of the September maximum exceeding the August maximum in the same year. 2013 (30.1C, the only September day to record more than 30C), 2006, 1985 and 1978.

Night time minimum temperatures generally also held up quite well and overachieved by 2C against long-term average, just 5 nights fell below 10C, including the last 4.

Last September was the 5th wettest on my record (4.87").

This time, the 0.80" total made this the 8th driest and least amount for the month since 2009. There were only 4 rain days (2 very minimal) during the first 26 as high pressure had dominated our weather pattern.

However, active fronts from the Atlantic eventually broke through and rain was noted on the remaining 4 days (2 with light showers) but included the wettest day of the month (0.40" on 28th) which was responsible for half of the month's total.

The 1st, 2nd and the early hours of 5th (credited to 4th) October felt the full effects from the change in conditions, those days combined to record nearly one and three quarters inches of rainfall. Most of us would've noticed Saturday afternoon of 2nd October was particularly Autumnal, with very strong south-easterly winds and a period of moderate rainfall.

With three quarters of 2021 completed, 17.86" of rainfall has been recorded so far, well on course to achieve longterm average (25.60" being the year's average). Especially with the months of October, November and December to come, traditionally the 3 wettest on average.

There shouldn't be any possible worries about water restrictions in 2022 due to poor rainfall totals.

These have been well addressed so far this year despite drier than average months such as this reported on.

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This summary is compiled from the records of Stephen Bartholomew of Beccles.

Max temp: 28.3C (82F) on the 7th compared with 27.2C (81F) in September, 2020.

Min temp: 7.0C (44F) on the 29th compared with 6.0C (42F) in September, 2020.

Average max temp: 21.61C (70F) in 2021. 19.79C (67F) in 2020. 19.49C (67F) on average.

Average min temp: 12.79C (55F) in 2021. 10.91C (51F) in 2020. 10.75C (51F) on average.

Mean temp: 17.20C (63F) in 2021. 15.35C (59F) in 2020.

15.12C (59F) on average.

Rainfall total: 0.80" compared with 4.87" in September, 2020.

(30 year average: 1.99"). The 2021 total: 40% of average.

Most rainfall on one day: 0.40" on the 28th.

Wind direction: Mainly from: South-west 8 days, south-east 6 days, south 5 days, north-east 3 days, east 3 days and west 3 days.

September overall was very dry with somewhat aboveaverage temperatures. The mean temperature overall was at 2C above the long-term average and was the warmest for the month since 2016 and the third warmest on my entire 54 year record. The figures would've been even more impressive, but for the 2 coolest days by some distance on the 29th and 30th recording maximum temperatures of 15.1C and 16.5C respectively.

The 17.2C mean temperature exceeded the previous month (August) figure of 16.9C making this only the 2nd instance of September warmer than August in the same year. The previous example was 2006, September mean (18.2C), while August's mean was just 17.0C. 21 days during the month recorded 20C or better. In fact, the highest being the 2 warmest September days (28.3C on 7th and 27.3C on 9th) since 2013 were both in excess of August's high (26.3C).

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We hope to see many of our supporters (old and new) at our Christmas Fair in the Reydon Village Hall, Lowestoft Road, Southwold on November 13th, 2021. In a year when we've had restricted fundraising opportunities, we're greatly looking forward to catching up with everyone. Do come along to find Christmas gifts for your friends, family and for your feline companions. Christmas cards, calendars, diaries, raffle, tombola and lots more will be on offer! You'll also be able to have a snack and chat over a cup of tea or coffee too.

Cat care: Make sure your cat is safe outside in the cold • Cats may still want to brave even the coldest temperatures.

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Alde Valley Suffolk Family History Group

"Remember then: Memories of 1946-1969 and how to record your own" - a talk by Dr Janet Few Monday 15th November at 7:30pm on Zoom.

Recalling life in Britain during the pivotal period between 1946 and 1969, Dr Janet Few describes the results of a project during which eighty women recorded their memories of a time when we moved from liberty bodices to mini skirts and from ration books to ready meals.

We saw the emergence of youth culture, the comprehensive education system, conspicuous consumerism and feminism. Join us on Zoom to either reminisce or discover what life was like at the time. This talk is much more than just a collection of memories. The techniques described will help both men and women, of all ages, to start writing reminiscences of their own.

An experienced family, social and community historian, Janet is now in her fourth decade

of family and local history research, and lectures regularly on these subjects. A qualified family historian, Janet has been involved in family history at a national level. She was Education Liaison Officer for the Federation of Family History Societies for several years, and has acted as the local agent for several national research companies, and has worked with the 'Who Do You Think You Are?' programme.

She's also an accomplished, prizewinning author. As her alter ego (Mistress Agnes) Janet spends time living in the seventeenth century, where she imparts information about life in the time of the English Civil War. • www.thehistoryinterpreter. wordpress.com • www.familyhistoryfederation. com/family-history-speakernorth-devon-janet-few • https://amzn.to/2WDfEss

This Zoom-based event is free to members, but is also available to non-members at a cost of £3.

If you wish to 'attend', please register via our website www. avsfhg.org.uk/events/book/ and you'll be sent joining instructions.

Don't leave it too late as places are filling up fast!

However, at a cost of £6 for a full year's membership, why not consider signing up with this growing band of family history enthusiasts now? Membership taken out after October 1st lasts until the following December.

Further programme: December 13th: Denise Bates 'Forenames and What They Reveal about Ancestors' at 7:30pm on Zoom.

Bungay Camera Club's 'Still Life' competition 'Still Life' was the theme of the club's latest competition, again held virtually. Judge Robin Claydon ARPS DPAGB BPE3* gave scores and comments on sixty images, spread across colour, monochrome and DPI (digital projected image) categories.

Images by Jackie Moore, David Penrose, Kenneth Warne and Andy Wilson were awarded joint first place in the colour category, while Sue Grief's photograph was placed second.

Dee Acton, Phil Acton, Douglas Bence, John Keeble, Ray Mason, Carol Maycock, Adrian Muttitt and Philip Webster all achieved joint third place.

In the monochrome section, photographs by Carol Maycock, Peter Nixon, Kenneth Warne and Andy Wilson finished joint first.

Phil Acton, Mark Gray and David Penrose finished joint second, while Jackie Moore and Victor

Schwanberg achieved joint third.

In the DPI section, Mark Gray, Carol Maycock, Victor Schwanberg and Kenneth Warne were placed joint first, while Ray Mason came second. John Keeble, Philip Webster and Andy Wilson finished joint third.

Club members are looking forward to the rest of this year's programme, which includes a presentation by local wildlife 'Fungi' by Andy Wilson won joint first place in photographer Alfie Bowen. the colour image category Members are hoping to recommence physical meetings in January and would welcome any potential member wishing to attend. Further information can be found on the club's website: www.bungaycameraclub.co.uk.

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As they say, the rest is history and here I am, presenting a twenty-minute slot on ABC Radio every Saturday morning and I absolutely love it!

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when every Saturday comes around and we go to the studio, seeing all the 'Wayne at the Weekend' family (Wayne, Fran and Katy). We have a right laugh, and I can't thank Wayne enough for believing in me and pretty much letting me do what I want.

In my weekly slot, there's 'Head's up Halesworth' (where I share what's going on in Halesworth, my home town), my 'back to front quiz', my TV guide and my joke of the week, along with my choice of music. I've always been interested in radio and I hope I'll learn more and eventually have my own show one day.

Matt presents his 'Teenager Takeover' every Saturday, as part of Wayne at the Weekend at 11:.40am and can be heard at: www.abcradio.co.uk and via Amazon Alexa.

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With HMRC recently having struck a deal with Air BnB to obtain the income details of all their 225,000 UK hosts, if you have current or historic undeclared rental income, you really should bring your affairs up-to-date and declare any issues sooner rather than later.

Largely the only tax "amnesty" that HMRC are currently running is the Let Property Campaign (LPC). This is targeted at all landlords and was introduced with a blaze of publicity using billboards, TV and radio advertising a few years ago.

The LPC enables landlords to sort out historic irregularities or omissions with a lower penalty regime available - provided you tell them before they contact you about it.

How does the LPC work?

You (or a tax advisor on your behalf) will need to contact HMRC to advise them of your intention to declare under the LPC which then starts a ninetyday clock to provide details of

the income and expenses and calculate the tax due on the formal declaration itself. Penalties and interest are "self-assessed", although HMRC do give very strong guidance as to what rates of penalty they will consider acceptable.

If the issue is classed as a "careless mistake" (for example, including capital repayments when claiming mortgage interest relief), you may only need to go back six years and any penalty may be negligible. If however, the issue is that you never told HMRC in the first place, the full twentyyears may be appropriate and the penalty higher. By voluntarily declaring and correcting your affairs, the ultimate penalty will always be lower than if HMRC contact you about it first.

Occasional landlords may ultimately not need the LPC. With the annual £1,000 rental allowance, or the £7,500 rent-aroom allowance (available only if any period of letting of your main home overlaps in full or in part

with your own occupancy) there may not ultimately be any tax due.

However, you should still notify HMRC of the rental income as it's up to HMRC to allow you not to file tax returns, not for you to decide arbitrarily not to tell them in the first place. Professional advice is essential.

Hope this helps! For further information, please contact Robin Beadle (pictured) on: robin. beadle@ensors.co.uk.

Specialist advice should always be sought prior to taking any action on matters discussed in this article.

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Forgetme-Nots at Beccles Public Hall A meeting for folk with memory problems on the first Tuesday and third Monday of every month from 2pm till 4pm with live musical entertainment. Meetings are free with just £1.50 for tea and cake.

Please contact Jenny on 07528 373117 or enquire at the Public Hall as our details are in their programme. We've been giving this service for over three years and now more than before, we need to support our community events.

Eastern Rivers Community Gym

Greetings from Emmanuel Church, Bungay

Now winter approaches, the garden needs less attention and wet country walks are less appealing. Do you have some time to fit in the exercise you keep promising yourself? After the last eighteen months of the pandemic, many of us are lacking motivation or are anxious about starting anything new. I can assure you that we at the gym are the same but those who have returned after we reopened in June will tell you that it's both safe and lifts the spirits to be back.

If you're interested in joining the gym, have a look at our Facebook page and the website (www.loddoncommunitygym. com). Call in during open hours to see for yourself, or contact Louise

Hello friends.

Coffee stop On Tuesday mornings from 10:15am-11:30am, a few of us get together for coffee and a natter in the Emmaus Room to the front of the church. Coffee is free. Company is good. Do come and visit!

Coffee mornings We'll meet on the 3rd Saturday of the month (October 16th) at 10am. In September, we raised £89. On November 20th, there'll be no normal coffee morning but our annual 'Christmas Fayre' in the Orange Hall behind the church. There'll be lots of goodies and gifts to buy, plus of course our wonderful light

our personal trainer on 07534 946143. Louise will discuss your aims and prepare an individual programme appropriate for your fitness level.

The system of GP referrals is also back on track, so if your GP thinks you might benefit from an exercise programme, they'll give you a referral form to bring with you to the gym and Louise will know how to advise you on safe and appropriate exercise. No special clothing is required, just something cool and comfortable.

The pre-booking of gym sessions will continue, though if this is difficult for you, please contact Louise and she'll book you in. www.picktime.com/ easternriverscommunitygym

There's no monthly contract, just a small annual fee of £20 and £5 per session make the gym a reasonably priced way to exercise. Cashless payment on arrival for your session has also been introduced. Again, for more information keep an eye on the website.

Gym opening hours in the Jubilee Hall, George Street, Loddon as follows: Mondays: 1:30pm-6pm Tuesdays: 4:30pm-8:30pm Fridays: 10am-1pm Any minor changes to these times will be clear when you book.

lunches in the Green Room. All welcome. Please do come and support us. Note: There'll be no coffee morning in December.

Congratulations!

We offer our warmest congratulations to church member Mrs Julia Awty who's now a fully accredited Methodist Local Preacher after two years of hard study. Well done Julia! We look forward to your services in the future.

Membership At our Holy Communion Service on October 3rd, we welcomed the following adherents and friends into full church membership: Freda and Barry Leeson, Sheila Pavitt,

Di Bull and Simon Williams.

Welcome to the fold.

Bible studies A new group is now meeting every Friday morning in the Emmaus Room from 10:15am.

All are welcome to join in. Just turn up. Revd Bruno is leading the group.

Condolences and deepest sympathy to the family and friends of our dear friends whom we have lost in recent weeks: Grace Moyes, Keith Brown and Bob Gibbs. May they all rest in peace.

Best wishes to all our friends!

May God bless you and keep you safe and in the coming months.

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Templewicks Estate Agents Apparently, the current surge in energy prices is being blamed on the increase in demand now that the world economies are slowly managing to crawl from the floor and have made it as far as their knees.

This renewed enthusiasm and demand has left the energy providers with a bit of a problem.

They buy the gas and electricity wholesale and now that there's a higher demand for their products, they find there's a limited supply, bugger! I went to an event recently and really wanted a beer (nonalcoholic of course) and they couldn't sell me one as they had run out of the CO2 needed to make the pump work. They had the infrastructure in place to

service the demand but couldn't deliver the goods. I imagine that's exactly how Mr B Gas and Mr E Lectric feel right now. Our energy suppliers are competing with their counterparts all over the world for the resources available.

Asia seems to be getting all the good cards, Russia is hanging on to more of theirs and to top it all, maintenance is now being carried out on the pipelines and slowing down delivery. This of course is not unexpected and akin to the question: "Why do they always dig up the roads on a bank holiday?"

Prices for wholesale gas are up by about 250%. Nearly 40% of what we get is used for domestic heating and nearly

30% for making electricity... So it's inevitable that we (the end consumer) are going to have to cough up more of our hard-earned cash to keep warm this winter.

So I think I might start selling sleeping bags, blankets, those little charcoal hand-warmers and cuddle the wife more (body heat and all that), but then I can't do that, she has Covid!

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