NR34 - Issue 3

A LOOK AT WHAT’S

Over the past few months, we have seen the magazine grow and had some really great feedback and would like to thank all of the local businesses who have supported the publication by advertising.

Recently, I’ve been out across Great Yarmouth & Waveney trying out some of the area’s café’s and eateries and compiled some of the best ones to visit, from cheesecake to paninis, I’ve tasted some great food and coffee, have a read of my own top pick of the area!

This issue we have teamed up with Instagram’s Tom Strowgler who will be giving you some tips about looking after your garden over the next few months.

Throughout August and September there is a whole host of events happening in the region and we’ve chosen some highlights not to miss, from theatre to festivals!

Also thanks to the Hippodrome Circus in Great Yarmouth, you could be in with a chance of winning tickets to this years Summer Show!

Enjoy your reading!

RYAN HOLT EDITOR

W O H N AT‘S

IN THE LOCAL AREA

Throughout

August and September

there is so much going in across the area for you to enjoy! From Live entertainment and theatre, to festivals and events. Here is a some highlights of ones not to miss.

SUMMER CIRCUS & WATER SPECTACULAR

The Hippodrome, Great Yarmouth 5th July– 17th September 2023

SUMMER SHOWTIME VARIETY SHOW

Pavilion Theatre, Gorleston

18th July – 10th October 2023

BEACH FIREWORKS

Beach Road, Hemsby

Every Tuesday at 10pm, 25th July – 29th August 2023

SEAFRONT FIREWORKS

Marine Parade, Great Yarmouth

Every Wednesday at 10pm, 26th July – 30th August 2023

PARTY IN THE PARK

Sparrows Nest, Lowestoft

3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th August 2023

BECCLES ART EXHIBITION

Public Hall, Beccles

4th – 12th August 2023

LOWESTOFT PRIDE

Sparrows Nest, Lowestoft

5th August 2023

CLASSIC BIKE SHOW

High Street, Lowestoft

12th August 2023

BECCLES ANTIQUES MARKET

The Quay, Beccles

13th August 2023

FOOLHARDY CIRCUS

Public Hall, Beccles

14th August 2023

MACBETH STAGE PLAY

Seagull Theatre, Lowestoft

17th – 19th August 2023

BECCLES CARNIVAL

Beccles, Suffolk

19th & 20th August 2023

BONGO’S BINGO

Ocean Room, Gorleston

25th & 26th August 2023

KIMMY’S ANIMAL ZOO EXPERIENCE

Public Hall, Beccles

30th August 2023

OUT THERE FESTIVAL

Across Great Yarmouth

15th – 17th September 2023

DRAG BINGO WITH DEE & MINDY

Public Hall, Beccles

22nd September 2023

FASCINATING AIDA: THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW

Marina Theatre, Lowestoft

28th September 2023

THERE FESTIVAL

PAVILLION THEATRE COVER

FOOLHARDY

JMA PHOTOGRAPHY

Coffee and Cake

We all love to meet friends and family for a coffee and maybe a slice of cake and with so many places to go, we’ve taken a trip out across Great Yarmouth and Waveney and here is our top picks!

THE OLD DIARY, Oulton Broad

Situated besides the broads, The Old Diary offers a range of delicious home baked cakes, pastries and sandwiches as well as freshly crafted coffee, cold brew and iced drinks. They have a range of seating inside and an outdoor courtyard, perfect for sipping, eating and chatting in the sun.

Our Top Pick: Basque Cheesecake

OLD SCHOOL COFFEE, Beccles

New owners Archie Jones and Jacob Oddy have recently taken over this coffee house in the town having previously worked for Two Magpies Bakery and what a selection of tasty treats they are offering. Everything from sausage rolls, toasties and bagels with plenty of offerings if you have a sweet tooth. A range of delicious coffee is on offer as well as other drinks and a modern relaxing interior to sit and enjoy.

Our Top Pick: Warm Cinnamon Bun

OCEAN TERRACE, Gorleston-on-Sea

What a gem this place is! Just a few metres from the sand, The Ocean Terrace boasts idyllic sea views with a range of hot and cold drinks and mouth-watering cakes and light bites. The perfect place to stop by and sit on the terrace and relax in the sun and have a good catch up.

Our Top Pick: Mozzerella, Tomato and Pesto Panini

THE BEACH HUT, Great Yarmouth

Enjoy a pitstop with stunning coastal views at this rustic beachside shack. Serving freshly roasted speciality coffees and a selection of pastries and cakes right on the promenade along with dirty fries, bagels, thick shakes and a fully cooked breakfast.

Our Top Pick: Clam Chowder

HIRST’S FARM SHOP & CAFE, Ormesby St Margaret

Want local and organic? Then look no further. Hirst’s Farm Shop Café offers a range of meals, sandwiches, toasties, burgers, salads and seafood with a massive selection of coffee and cold drinks. This is an ideal place for families and great to grab a quick cuppa when stopping to get your fresh produce from their farm shop.

Our Top Pick: Sugar Waffle with Fresh Berries

THE WATERSIDE, Rollesby

Situated on Rollesby Broad, The Waterside is the perfect place to relax, chat and unwind with whether it be for a drink, lunch or cake with a range of Savouries, Scones, Sandwiches and sandwiches served all day. Seating is available outside on the decking over the broad or inside. Perfect stop if your planning a trip out on the water with their boat tour available from the site.

Our Top Pick: Afternoon Tea for Two

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Carnival F verivalever

The finishing touches are being put together as the organisers and participants are preparing to bring the streets of Beccles alive as the town’s annual carnival parade returns.

This years two-day carnival weekend on Sat 21st & Sun 22nd August, set to be the biggest yet with the actual procession expected to be the largest the town will have seen for a number of years, but organisers say there is still time for any last minute entries.

Carnival Organiser, Annette Tackley said “Most towns have lost their carnival but we have been lucky and ours is growing each year”.

She added “Without the tremendous public support and great team of volunteers ours would have gone too, so please continue to come out in support.”

The weekend will see a new food court introduced down at The Quay with a range of delicious food on offer from curry, loaded fries, pizza, fish and for those with a sweet tooth, doughnuts, crepes, ice-cream and cakes.

Beccles Carnival has been running for a number of century’s dating back to pre 1900 with the only years missed being the war and covid pandemic.

A whole host of stalls and exhibitors will be present on the Sunday with items from jewellery, candles, crafts, toys and garden ornaments.

The procession will see carnival queen Miranda Hyde wear the crown who will be accompanied by Princesses Jaimia Woolnough and Phoebe Jackson and Prince Lionel John Richards.

A variety of live entertainment will be on offer along with the return of Battle of the Bands, which will see the finalists; Settlements, Escaping Today and Painting Silence battle for the winning trophy.

Line the streets on Sunday 20th August with the procession at 1pm starting from Roys Blyburgate Car Park, turning left into Gosford Road, left into Station Road into the market place past QD and then left at the Town Hall into Saltgate and Northgate finishing at Fen Lane.

GARDEN WITH TOM

August and September are like no other part of the gardening calendar; we must cherish the gentle transition from late summertime to early Autumn. It is often a hot time of year so our plants will need to be sufficiently watered to ensure they thrive throughout this period. It would be nice to have as much floral colour for as long as possible. To be sure that plants get moisture into the all-important roots we should water directly into the base of the plants and ideally in the evening when the risk of evaporation is greatly reduced.

A snip of a deadhead here and there can give our summer plants a last push of colour. We should do the same to our hanging baskets to keep them both tidy and colourful before we take them down until next year.

The summer will have taken its toll on the garden lawn, so laying new turf and sowing grass seed whilst the ground remains warm and nights are becoming cooler and damper are the perfect conditions for seeds to germinate and roots to take. We can make our lawns look presentable and full before the Autumn turns to Winter. The growth of established grass starts to slow a little this month so we should now be cutting the lawn on the highest lawnmower setting as we want

the grass to have plenty of leaf to stay healthy in Autumn and into Winter.

The late summer and early autumn weather will make it easier for weeds, pests and diseases to thrive, meaning our gardening jobs are never quite finished. We should still be looking out for Aphids, Lily Beetles, Vine Weevils and Slugs amongst our leaves and flowers. In the first instance gently remove the pest by hand and then seek the relevant treatment to reduce the risk of them damaging your plant further, this could be an organic spray. By keeping your plants as healthy as possible it will allow them to flourish for a few more weeks and maybe beyond depending on the weather in early autumn. Please do follow me on Instagram & TikTok @garden_with_tom for more seasonal gardening advice and tips.

Short Gardening Tips:

• Deadhead faded and spent flowers

• Give your hedges a trim and tidy

• Use water from a water butt as much as possible

• Turn compost to speed up decomposition

• Keep topping up the birdbath

@GARDEN_WITH_TOM

set, holiday!

Thinking of going on holiday? We’ve teamed up with local independent travel agent Donna Bidwell who’s 28 year experience within the holiday industry might help you when thinking about jetting off.

Having been a travel agent now for 28 years, I have always loved this time of year, known in the industry as the ‘Lates season’. It’s when lots of people decide to arrange their lastminute summer holidays.

It’s the second busiest time of year in travel, arranging holidays for those who left it either late to book or those wanting to cram in their second or third holiday of the year.

That holiday you were eyeing up over a few drinks at the weekend, is likely to of changed in price or gone. Time is of the essence when it comes to booking a late holiday.

One of my favourite destinations is Turkey, with my favourite resort being Olu Deniz. It is a resort I have been to many times and it has such a special feel about it. I would personally recommend going bed and breakfast, so that you can enjoy the superb restaurants that this stunning resort has to offer. If you go a visit to the Blue Lagoon beach is a must, it’s a lovely walk from the centre of Olu Deniz and a wonderful way to spend your day. I have

recommended Olu Deniz many times over the last 28 years, and it has been a huge hit with all of my customers.

If you haven’t travelled since pre covid then you will probably be feeling out of touch with holidays/prices and your confidence of travelling may be knocked; If this sounds like you, trust me, you are not alone. I am arranging holidays for so many people who feel exactly like this and this is where my reassurance and peace of mind really steps in. Once you have been away, they’ll be no stopping you.

If you are looking at holidays online, just be careful and make sure you have fully researched that company before pressing ‘Book’. Many online companies will appear to have a great price to lure you in, only to find it doesn’t include certain elements or the flight times are awful. Remember you get the best protection by booking with a reputable travel agent, like myself. I will take your requirements, wants and needs and you leave it with me to find that perfect holiday, it’s that simple!

The best way to look at company reviews is on Trustpilot. I would love to help you arrange your next holiday. Please get in touch If you would like me to help. Quote ‘Live local’ and when you book, receive a little gift from me.

WIN 4HIPPODROMETICKETS COMPETITION TIME!

The famous Hippodrome Summer Circus and Water Spectacular is back this summer and will include a cast featuring stunt riding motorbike riders, stars from America’s Got Talent, Cirque Du Soliel Jugglers, and acts never before seen in the UK. Boasting to be Britain’s longest running summer season, it features the world famous water spectacular where the entire ring sinks to reveal a gigantic swimming pool which dates

What year was the sinking water ring restored?

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back to 1903 and cannot be seen anywhere else. It was Peter that also restored the unique sinking ring water feature to The Hippodrome‘s shows in 1981, and he is very keen for people to come and enjoy this truly unique spectacle.

Jack Jay, Producer said “Without a doubt this is our biggest, most thrilling and most unique summer show cast!”

The show also see’s the return of circus favourite Johnny Mac.

To enter the competition, just complete the form below, cut it out and post back to us.

MONEY TALKS

SOARING RATES ARE BRINGING ANNUITIES BACK INTO FASHION, SAYS RICHARD INCE OF LOVEWELL BLAKE FINANCIAL PLANNING.

Annuity rates have shot up by as much as 50% in the last year – and for those approaching retirement, the advice not to discount annuities as a way of funding your postwork life is compelling.

According to new figures from Canada Life, the break-even point at which retirees get their money back from an annuity investment has fallen by five years, to just 14.5 years for a 65 year-old; the latest annuity tables showing a level rate single annuity paying over 7% at that age (bear in mind that annuity rates do vary on a daily basis, so that figure may be higher or lower by the time you actually read this).

This rapid rise, which is tied in with increasing long-term gilt yields, means that those who might have discounted going down the annuity route may want to reconsider.

Of course, everyone’s needs and aspirations will be different, as will their attitude to risk.

But equally, it is important to remember that you don’t have to use your entire pension pot to buy an annuity.

You might decide, for example, to buy an annuity which (along with other guaranteed income sources such as the state pension and final salary schemes) will cover your projected essential expenditure such as housing, utilities and food, and then leave the rest invested, to be drawn down on an ongoing basis during retirement.

This is why planning for retirement is so important; not just when and how to invest in a pension pot (hint: early and often), but also how to take that pension when you do finally retire. With the market moving so fast, and with annuity rates at levels not seen since the banking crisis of 2008, everyone should approach such planning with an open mind.

While everybody should be reviewing the performance of their pension pot throughout their working life, proactive planning in the final year before retirement can make a huge difference to the security and quality of life you will enjoy once you stop working.

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PA D D LE B O A R D I N G

While paddle boarding can feel like a timeless experience, intriguingly, it turns out to have been with us for much longer than we might think.

It’s been around for hundreds of years. Hawaiian fishermen have always paddle boarded, using it to get from one little island to another and to give them a higher perspective when looking for fish or looking out for waves. Recent years have seen paddle boarding evolve into an accessible leisure pursuit, especially here on the East Coast.

We’ve had a trip around the local area, having a look at some great spots to launch your board and set sail on the water.

BECCLES

The River Waveney forms the border between Suffolk and Norfolk for much of its length. Mainly a river which runs through the Norfolk Broads, it measures 59 miles long and you can set sail on the water from Beccles Quay.

OULTON BROAD

Take to the water from Oulton Broad Water Sports site onto the open water with stunning views of area once on the water and the area has some great spots to enjoy a picnic.

MARTHAM

A great spot to venture onto the water is at

HICKLING STAITHE

Hickling Broad is situated on the Upper Thurne river, a great spot to see a variety of wildlife whilst on the water.

It’s important that when paddle boarding that you take all the necessary safety precautions and wear a life jacket!

Please be aware some of the locations may charge for launching your paddle board. For further information visit www.broads-

looking authority.gov.uk

Summer Chocolate Cupcakes Ready, steady, bake!

Cupcake Ingredients

4tbsp Water (boiling)

40g Cocoa Powder

3 Large Eggs

175g Unsalted Butter (softened)

165g Caster Sugar

115g Self-Raising White Flour

1 tsp Baking Powder

Method

Frosting Ingredients

100g Unsalted Butter (softened)

1 tbsp Orange Juice (optional)

200g Full Fat Cream Cheese

Beat the softened butter to a soft and even consistency. Add the orange juice, if using, then the icing sugar. Cream until you have a smooth, soft buttercream

2.

Divide the mixture

1. Line a muffin tin with paper cases. Sift the cocoa powder into a bowl, pour in the boiling water and mix into a thick paste. Add the remaining cake ingredients and mix with an electric hand whisk (or beat with a wooden spoon); equally between the 12 paper cases. Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F, Gas mark 6) for about 12-15 minutes until well risen and springy to the touch. Cool in the cases on a wire rack.

2.

Add

3. Add

Add the cream cheese and work it in – don’t beat it in, just slowly mix with a wooden spoon. Depending on how soft the mixture is, you may want to put it in the fridge for 10 mins at this point. If it’s runny, it will firm up again; Add to a piping bag and then pipe onto the cupcakes and decorate with fresh summer fruits.

Community CPR

East Anglian Air Ambulance is offering community groups, schools and businesses a free one-hour CPR and defibrillator course.

Every year around 12,000 people suffer a cardiac arrest in the East of England. If a defibrillator is used alongside effective CPR, the chances of surviving a cardiac arrest increase significantly. Our Basic Life Saving course will leave you feeling confident in delivering CPR and using a defibrillator (AED).

For more information or to book, email communitytraining@eaaa.org.uk or visit www.eaaa.org.uk/cpr