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ISSUE 111 Dispatch December 2010

NEWS FOR DISS AND ATTLEBOROUGH RESIDENTS

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Park Radio Comes To Diss This Christmas!

We are now at a time when with go-live approaching we can now reveal the finalised PARK RADIO Programme Schedule although commencing its 28 day broadcast on 87.7FM and online, from noon on Sunday 28th November to midnight on Christmas Day, the thrust of the station will kick off with these shows from the Monday at 6am.

In broad terms the week on Park will look like this: Weekdays 6am - 8am - 8am - 10am - 10am - 1pm - 1pm - 4pm - 4pm - 7pm - 7pm - 10pm - -

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Early Breakfast Show Park Breakfast Lunch at the Market Place The Afternoon Show Drivetime Specialist Music Shows Country/Blues/Youth/ Local Bands/Rock The Late Show

Saturdays 7am - 10am - Saturday Breakfast

10am - 1pm - 1pm - 3pm - 3pm - 6pm -

6pm - 9pm - 9pm - 12pm -

Seventies on Saturday Late Lunch Saturday Special - Sport & Music Party Classics The Late Show

Sundays 7am - 10am - 10am - 1pm - 1pm - 4pm - 4pm - 7pm - 7pm - 9pm - 9pm - 12pm -

Sunday Breakfast Sunday Supergold Late Lunch Sunday Country Park Arts and more...

The Late Show

All our programmes will contain news,

features and campaigns that will encourage the listeners in Diss and the surrounding area to interact and get involved. We have many things up our sleeve to entertain and inform our Park Radio audience.

To get in touch with PARK RADIO feel free - either by -

With Christmas looming large, our output will have a very festive feel both in the music and particularly the speak content that will be very local and all about our Town.

Or call in to our brand new studios at 18a Market Place in Diss - just below Candies Shoes.

We have an extremely strong line up of onair talent with some Presenters who will be familiar names to the residents of Diss.

Email: studio@parkradio.co.uk Phone: 01379 21 00 00 Text: PARK to 82010

We look forward to meeting our listeners in person and hearing what they have to say - making it a Christmas to remember with PARK RADIO on 87.7FM and online serving Diss and the surrounding area from November 28th from noon.

Be part of it! Thank you!

The Park Radio Team 87.7FM and Online

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Competition Page Spot The Reindeer & Wordsearch.

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Diss Museum

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Christmas Market For Wortham!

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Pets & Equestrian Dog Trust News.

Christmas Health, Beauty & Wellbeing Detoxing For Christmas.

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Village Life – The Story Of Bridgham

By David O’Neale & Tony Dobbin.

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Palgrave Advent Windows Village Advent Calendar With Real Windows.

Residents Are Asked For Their Comments On The Attleborough And Snetterton Heath Area Action Plan.

Experience A Unique Lunchtime Visit Diss On Friday 17th December.

Pride In Breckland Awards 2011 Category Descriptions.

1950’s Member of Parliament, John Buchan.

Hugely Successful Christmas Market.

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Events In December.

Harleston & Eye.

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Events At Diss Corn Hall

An Interview With...

Andrew (AKA Bud) Of A. Roydon Roofing Services.

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Young Achievers Recognised In Pride In Breckland Awards

Fifty Christmas Trees In A Church!

Breckland Youth Awards Ceremony.

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Events At Diss Corn Hall Events in December 4th December 19:30 Burgate Singers presents: Igor Stravinsky & Claudio Monteverdi Igor Stravinsky - Symphony of Psalms Claudio Monteverdi - Christmas Vespers One of Suffolk’s leading amateur choirs, the Burgate Singers under the musical directorship of Alain Judd have an outstanding reputation and engage the services of professional musicians for concerts. Diss Antiques, Wortham Post Office or 01953 888525 7th December 19:00 Diss Town Carol Concert Diss Town carol concert is one for all the family with the singing led by the Waveney Choir together with the Diss Salvation Army. The evening also includes

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performances from the choir of Diss Church Junior School and pupils from Diss High School. Everyone is invited to stay after the concert to enjoy mince pies, mulled wine and soft drinks. Early booking recommended. All the proceeds from the concert go to the Mayor’s chosen charities for this year. Tickets: Standard : £3.50 Children : £2.00 10th December 19:30 Black Ram Theatre Company presents: Playhouse Creatures by April de Angelis.

Set shortly after the restoration of the monarchy in the 1660’s Playhouse Creatures is a juicy historical tale of a period when, for women, a shapely leg and comic timing were the most important assets in treading the boards.

The play examines the plight of the first

actresses to legally appear on stage - strutting their stuff in an old converted bearpit – where all that has changed is the shape and breed of the animals on view. A rollicking story full of earthy comedy and feminine heartbreak.

Tickets: Standard : £9.00 Concession : £8.00 11th December 20:00 An Evening of Argentine Tango Following the fabulous evening in June which saw the Corn Hall transformed into a Buenos Aires dance hall, Tango returns with some extra surprises! Come to dance, or come to watch and listen to traditional and contemporary Tango music which will tug your heart strings.

Intense, absorbing, passionate and unique, Tango defies description, so why not experience it for yourself?

You might become addicted! Dress to impress for this seasonal celebration.

DJ - Michael Lavocah from Norwich and a surprise tangoesque cabaret. Food and Bar Tickets: Standard : £10.00 Evening and workshop : £15.00 19th December 19.00 South Norfolk Youth Symphonic Band presents: Christmas Concert This annual event is the perfect warm up to Christmas for the whole family.

Come and enjoy the varied programme of favourite show tunes and a mixture of traditional Christmas carols and songs, all performed by talented young local musicians under the Directorship of Mike Booty. All funds raised will benefit SNYSB. Tickets: Tiered seating : £7.00

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Diss Museum Our early 1950’s Member of Parliament was a mixture of John Buchan hero and a shyster of Archer-like proportions.

Although Peter Baker was described as “stubby, short-sighted and thoroughly unmilitary in appearance”, he joined the army at 18. They obviously made an officer and a gentleman of him.

During the war he was dropped behind enemy lines in The Netherlands for sabotage and espionage, working in enemy territory with resistance groups.

He was twice captured by the Gestapo and twice escaped. By the end of the war he was a Captain with a Military Cross.

Back in Civvy Street he told friends that he was a 20th century Shakespeare; and published two slim volumes of verse and a treatise on modern political theory.

Then he turned to finance. In three years he established three publishing firms and an investment company.

With his background and connections he had no trouble raising money. He was the son of Major Reginald Baker, cinema magnate and managing director of Ealing Studios.

Financial backing came from wealthy Sir Bernard Docker and Sir John Mann. Viscount Astor and Major Henry Legge-Bourke, MP were on his board of directors. Soon Peter Baker was running 18 companies, from Edinburgh to London.

He loved playing the role of young manabout-Mayfair, entertaining lavishly and keeping tables permanently reserved at West End nightclubs.

When one of his companies got into trouble, he would shift money from another, start a new one, or find new money from his backers. None of his companies made money but nobody seemed to notice at first.

Then he went into politics. As a war hero, from an old Norfolk family he seemed an ideal candidate for the South Norfolk Conservatives. In 1950 he surprisingly beat Labour’s Christopher Mayhew who had won the seat after the war.

But Baker’s financial troubles deepened.

He produced ‘bills of exchange’

apparently guaranteed by Docker and Mann. When one bank refused to give him further loans, he would cash another bill of exchange with another bank and repay the loan at the first. Amid resignations and refusals of further finance, his companies expired around him.

Baker booked himself into a sanatorium where no visitors were allowed. One he was unable to keep out was Chief Detective Superintendent Robert Stevens of Scotland Yard’s Fraud Squad.

Captain Peter Baker MC, MP, war hero, cavalier financier and poet, stood in the dock at the Old Bailey and pleaded guilty to six of the seven charges. He was sentenced to seven years in prison.

Subsequent local MPs like John Hill, John MacGregor and Richard Bacon are safer but less colourful.

Basil Abbott.

He arrested Baker for ‘uttering forged documents.’ He had forged the signatures of Docker and Mann to the bills of exchange. His forgeries had cost the banks hundreds of thousands of pounds.

His company debts were astronomical, while his father had spent much of the family fortune trying to help him.

A psychiatrist described Baker as suffering from ‘hypomania’. People with this disorder can be extremely outgoing, competitive and energetic, with a flood of ideas and a desire for success.

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DISS News

Complete Traditional Building And Modern Architectural Services The architectural division of TW Gaze is headed by Sarah Roberts who is a member of the RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects).

As architects, they should be involved from the earliest stages of your project, as they are able to offer you the benefits of their experience in deciding how to maximize the potential of your existing property or indeed, to propose ideas for the property you are about to purchase.

She has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the conservation, alteration and extension of historic buildings, as well as modern design and eco buildings.

The philosophy of the department is that any project can be considered a success if the client achieves what they envisage, at a price they can afford, within a reasonable timescale.

The practice is well respected and recognized for many successful and award winning projects throughout East Anglia and the South East. They have been responsible for industrial, commercial and community projects, as well as a wide range of residential commissions.

They will discuss your needs in detail and then produce a design scheme either by CAD (Computer Aided Design), or by using traditional drawing for more sensitive projects. Once you have decided on the specific area of your home or business that requires change,

they will draw up the plans and submit these for Planning Approval and Listed Building or Conservation Area Consent.

They have a tremendous amount of knowledge and experience in how

Monsters Monsters is a secure environment where your “little monsters and angels” can play in safety in a purpose built 10,000 sq ft centre at Hoppers Way, Diss.

Having just celebrated their 6th year of trading Monsters has proven to be a huge success with children aged from babies through to 10 years over the years!

If you are planning a party or celebration Monsters will do all the work for you!

All you need to do is bring the cake and candles!

With a newly refurbished restaurant offering an extensive hot and cold menu, a new large seating area for family and friends to relax in and brand new disco room now is the time to visit!

Open 7 days a week - Monday – Sunday - 10.00am – 6.30pm with free parking.

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these processes work and know how to satisfy the very demanding and specific requirements. Planning is followed by Building Regulations and then Tender documents.

The Christmas Opening Times Are As Follows Friday 24th Dec - 10am - 4pm Saturday 25th Dec - Closed Sunday 26th Dec - Closed Monday 27th Dec - Closed Tuesday 28th Dec - 10am - 5pm Wednesday 29th Dec - 10am - 6.30pm Thursday 30th Dec - 10am - 6.30pm Friday 31st Dec - 10am - 4pm Saturday 1st Jan - Closed Sunday 2nd Jan - 10am - 4pm Monday 3rd Jan - Back to normal

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A Special Anniversary Christmas At Blackthorpe Barn This Year This year the famous Christmas event at Blackthorpe Barn promises to be better than ever. Celebrating their 20th anniversary, from November until Christmas the historic barn in Rougham, just outside Bury St. Edmunds, transforms into a Christmas delight, offering everything Christmassy in addition to a beautiful display of unique and 100% British crafts.

Jul - A rustic range using hand-stitched creations with embroidery and knitting, reflecting a truly country feel.

Fruits of the Forest - Hand crafted animals and ornaments made with the finest natural offerings from the wintery forest.

Visitors return year after year to the enchanting 460 year old thatched barn to see the intriguing festive displays of gorgeous gifts, treats and decorations.

One of the main attractions is the beautiful craft market. As you meander through the atmospheric barn you are treated to an eclectic mix of 100% British crafts, all hand created by the exhibitors themselves, and where the quality, creativity and pure attention to detail leaps out at you.

However for sheer Christmas inspiration the Christmas shop meets every expectation. With a large range of festive lights and hundreds of decorations sourced directly from Scandinavia, here is certainly an air of uniqueness as you browse traditionally made decorations, in addition to some very interestingly contemporary creations. Every year the Barn offers different themes, this year visitors can enjoy the charming delights of: Home Sweet Home – Featuring a food lovers paradise with gorgeous edible decorations and wonderful aromas to match, plus cupcakes cases, biscuit cutters and other ‘must-haves’ for a traditional Christmas.

Nostalgia - An eye-catching range of vintage decorations to create a sophisticated yet traditional feel to your home this Christmas.

Snow Queen - Beautiful Snow Queens and bears provide a sense of serenity and love to your festivities.

The pièce de résistance and magnificent centrepiece; is a 200 year old, full-size, authentic vintage Swedish sleigh, found perfectly preserved in Scandinavia.

Estate tree each year, with over 6,000 being sold every year.

George Agnew, owner of Blackthorpe Barn and Rougham Estate says, “This year is going to be extra special, not only is it our 20th birthday, we have also extended our ranges to offer even more exciting and distinctive items to our visitors. And that’s exactly what we are about, we find visitors come back year after year with comments of how lovely it is to find something different for gifts with the crafts or to simply decorate their homes. If you are looking for a distinctive look for your home this Christmas or a different gift for family or friends, Blackthorpe Barn is certainly worth a visit.

Not forgetting the café, and live reindeer, we do everything we can to turn the Blackthorpe Barn Christmas experience into an unforgettable one.”

Blackthorpe Barn is situated in the heart of Suffolk just outside Bury St. Edmunds, it couldn’t be easier to find; just off the A14 at junction 45 (Sat Nav IP30 9HZ).

For more information see www.blackthorpebarn.com

Whilst at the Barn many visitors also take advantage of the hugely popular and famous Rougham Estate Christmas Trees. Being situated in the heart of the Rougham Estate where the trees are nurtured throughout the year, the barn is perfectly placed to allow visitors to view the many shapes and sizes, including freshly cut or pot grown trees, before buying. The quality of the trees outshines many others boosted by the fact that Rougham Estate is the previous winner of the ‘British Christmas Tree Grower of the Year’ award and has supplied 10 Downing Street on numerous occasions.

With a reputation from quality and longevity, many tree purchasers travel for miles to get their hands on a Rougham

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A Fabulous Christmas Market Is Planned For Wortham!

The villagers of Wortham are working together with local businesses and charities to build on their hugely successful Christmas Market that was launched for the first time last year. suppliers and farm shops will provide a fabulous display of food for the Christmas table while festive decorations, home made cakes and gifts, wreaths and crafts of all kinds will be on show.

The exciting project is to be held outside the award winning Wortham Tea Shop and Stores on Friday 10th December from 4pm to 7pm. It will be an event for all the family to enjoy and will raise money for East Anglian Childrens Hospice and The Friends of Wortham Church who are helping to organise the market.

“We had a wonderful success last year” says Maureen Ling, Chairman of Friends of Wortham Church. “Hundreds of people came and enjoyed the brightly lit and festive stalls, music and food - it was a truly magical event!”

This year there will be even more stalls of all kinds to tempt and delight. Local

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Wortham School is getting involved with carols from the children and there will be music from Johnny Ling and his antique organ collection among others. Hot mince pies, sausages and chestnuts will tempt your taste buds, while Father Christmas has promised to appear.

For Further information and high resolution photos please contact: Sue Coales - tel. 01379 898479, e-mail suecoales@live.co.uk.

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South Norfolk Action Panel Residents in Diss have asked local agencies to focus on speeding and dog fouling issues at their latest community meeting.

At the most recent South Norfolk Action Panel (SNAP) meeting hosted by police and South Norfolk Council, new priorities for the neighbourhood were agreed as: • Dog fouling in Rectory Meadow.

• Speeding in Stanley Road, Shelfhanger Road and the Church Street/Chapel Street junction.

Over the past two months, local agencies have been working to address issues previously identified by the community as problems.

Police carried out speed checks on six occasions in Bungay Road, Scole.

One driver was reported for having no insurance, four speeding tickets were issued and eight verbal warnings were given to motorists. Community speed watch is now up and running in the area and therefore it was agreed that this would not need to be one of the top priorities for the next four months.

To address the issue of dog fouling on Rectory Meadow, officers from Diss Safer Neighbourhood Team visited this location on 15 different occasions and spoke with dog walkers. On these occasions it was not necessary to issue any tickets. Liaison with the Town Council will continue to accredit local residents with the ability to issue tickets to offenders. It was agreed that this would remain a priority for the next four months.

Officers also paid extra attention to the area in response to concerns about antisocial behaviour. With each visit, different youths were spoken to and anti-social aspects of their behaviour were explained to them, and as a result this issue has reduced. Police will continue to monitor the area, but it was agreed that it no longer needed to be a priority.

To contact Diss SNT call 0845 456 4567 or email sntdiss@norfolk.pnn.police.uk

New Ruling On Pre-Nuptials The Supreme Court has ruled that a pre-nuptial agreement is binding in the landmark decision of a case involving a German paper company heiress and her ex husband.

Katrin Radmacher, thought to be worth £100m, signed a pre-nutial agreement with Nicolas Granatino, a French Investment Banker, that he would not make any claims on her fortune if they separated.

A decision of the High Court in 2008 awarded Ms Radmacher’s ex-husband Mr Granatino £5.85m of her vast fortune, ignoring the pre-nup. She challenged the decision and the Court of the Appeal agreed that the couple’s pre nuptial agreement should have been taken into account, reducing his lump sum payment to about £1m. Mr Granatino went to the Supreme Court in an attempt to overturn this decision but the Supreme Court upheld it.

President of the Supreme Court said that the courts would still have the discretion to waive any pre-nup or post-nup agreement, especially when it was unfair to any children of the marriage.

The Law Commission is due to report in 2012 on whether a change in the law should be made to ensure pre-nuptial agreements are fully enforceable.

For more information or assistance please contact Amanda Maruca on 01603 610481.

Prior to this Court of Appeal judgement being handed down, it was understood that pre-nuptial agreements were not recognised in English Law. Lord Phillips

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DISS News

Diss U3A

Mere Players

The guest speaker at November’s meeting was Basil Abbott who gave an enthusiastic talk on the epic poem Beowulf.

Next production...

This 3,000 line poem is considered to be one of the most important pieces of Anglo-Saxon literature.

his fierce battles with giants, dragons and monstrous creatures and the eventual triumph of good over evil.

Although set in Scandinavia it was written by an anonymous AngloSaxon poet in 7th Century England. A legendary tale of the hero Beowulf and

For further information on Diss U3A please telephone 01379 740377.

Garboldisham History Society The December the 8th meeting of the Garboldisham History Society will have a real flavour of Christmas!

A pantomime entitled ‘Santa and the Vikings’ by Richard Lloyd, will be performed by permission of Samuel French, at the Corn Hall, Diss on the 19th-22nd January 2011 at 7.30 pm with a matinee at 2.30 pm on the 22nd.

This is a tale of war, pillage and raucous innuendo, set in the days when Vikings plundered the British coastline causing havoc and chaos with a disregard for

personal hygiene - don’t worry this is still a family pantomime!

Tickets available from 01379 652241, 11.00 am - 4.00 pm Mon-Sat, at www.disscornhall.co.uk, e mail box office@disscornhall.co.uk and at Stodel Opticians, Mere Street, Diss, Tel: 01379 642598.

Waveney Dog Obedience Group This is a not-for-profit organisation...

Jonathan Dutton will be not only be talking about Festive Food through the ages, but there will be samples to taste as well as mulled wine to drink.

sale and, by popular request, these will include ‘hangable’ calendars.

First come first served as supplies are limited.

He will also be referring to Christmas Cards and anything else that is associated with the Season.

Garboldisham calendars will be on

The meeting is in the large room of the Garboldisham Village Hall and admission is £5.

There will be a licensed bar.

Run exclusively by friendly, dog loving volunteers, dedicated to providing assistance in Puppy Socialisation and Dog Obedience Training. Any profits over and above running costs are donated to local dog charities. Puppies can be enrolled for socialisation from as soon as they have had their second jabs. Obedience Training is offered from Basic right through to the Kennel Club Good Citizenship Scheme, Bronze, Silver and Gold awards. In

addition advanced training can be offered to bring dogs up to Competition standard.

Training is currently conducted at Weybread Village Hall, Thursday evenings.

Contact Lisa Pegg, katieclara@ hotmail.com or 01379 652029, to enquire about course vacancies, dates and times, and to enrol.

Pre-enrolment is a requirement.

Or contactus@waveneydog.co.uk

Diss Bed Centre Recently opened another premises on Sawmills Road, Diss.

With more than just beds on sale, our extensive range of furniture is definitely worth a visit.

Open 7 Days a week 9am – 6pm Monday to Friday 9am – 1pm Saturday and

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10am – 4pm Sunday our trained staff our always glad to be of service.

With our well established shop in Chapel Street still thriving, we can offer excellent prices during these economic times.

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Experience A Unique Lunchtime If you have still got last minute shopping to do a week before Christmas may I suggest a trip into the town of Diss on Friday 17th December...

There, of course, you will find the main market in full flow as well as St.Mary’s Mini market which always operates on the same day. But come lunchtime and you’ve had enough of shopping and are wondering whats left to do, then why not experience a unique event.

Go then up to the Parish Church of St. Mary’s, put your shopping bags down and enjoy a lunchtime singing Carols. Arranged by the organiser of the summertime ‘Big Sing’ you can enjoy constant carol singing between 12.30 and 1.15pm and afterwards you are invited to enjoy seasonal refreshments at the back of the church.

Carols for this occasion are chosen by a random survey carried out during November asking the general public one question ‘ When you go to a carol service what carol would you hope to sing’ So come along and enjoy a very different lunch break to start your Christmas tide and remember that this church has it’s main Nine lessons and carols by candlelight on Sunday 19th December at 6pm. What a great choice of timing this church always gives, so that everyone can enjoy singing carols by day or evening.

Gerry Hosking.

Bressingham Steam & Gardens Bressingham Steams into Christmas and then 2011 The Steam Museum is preparing for its visits from Santa, he promises to be at the Museum on December 4-5th, 1112th, 18-19th and finally on the 22/23rd entry is from 2 – 5pm, with gifts for the children and no doubt a few words of advice to Mums and Dads on Christmas present trends this year.

A visit to Santa also includes entry to the Christmas themed home of Dads Army - Walmington on Sea, and rides on the Carousel horses and Nursery Line steam train – with heated carriages!

Aquatic centres will also be open along with the two onsite restaurants and old fashioned sweet shop. We will have Children’s entertainment on site every day too.

For further information and online tickets to all our events look at our web site www.bressingham.co.uk 2011 opening starts with February half term and then for the full season from Easter. Bressingham is 50 in 2011 so look out for lots of exciting events in the New Year!

Present buying is made easy for the Steam buffs young and old within the Steam Museum shop with one of the best ranges of Thomas the Tank Engine gifts in the county for the younger enthusiast, ranges of books and gifts for the older, including the Steam Experience driving courses on the narrow gauge locomotives, traction engines, or steam roller; plant lovers are not left out as Blooms of Bressingham Plant and

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Palgrave How To Be A Advent Windows Social Entrepreneur Palgrave will be having a village Advent Calendar with real windows this December!

8th The Limes, Crossing Road 9th School House, The Green 10th 4 Sun View Cottages, Crossing Road 11th Kalimera, Lows Lane 12th Potash Cottage, Potash Fen, Roydon 13th Pear Tree Cottage, Crossing Road 14th 2, Sycamore Close, Priory Road We hope that everyone will enjoy looking at 15th Kerridge Cottage, Lows Lane the decorated windows while walking round 16th 4 Denmark Court, Denmark Hill Palgrave in December. Maps of Palgrave 17th Yew Trees, Priory Road showing the location of the windows will be 18th Homeacre, Upper Rose Lane available from late November in St Peter´s 19th 7 Church Farm Close, The Green Church, Palgrave, and in Diss Tourist 20th Lark Rise, Lion Road Information Centre.

21st Linden Rise, Priory Road The decorated windows may be seen at 22nd 8 Clarke Close, Lion Road these addresses, starting from the following 23rd Coldhams Fee, Draycott Rise, dates in December:

Priory Road 24th Crib scene in St. Peter´s Church, 1st Palgrave CEVC Primary School

Palgrave 2nd 4, Common Hill, Rose Lane

3rd Barnaway, Priory Road For more information, please contact: 4th 6, Church Farm Close, The Green Kathryn Westerveld 5th The Community Centre (PCC Member, St Peter´s Palgrave) 6th 15, Blands Farm Close, Crossing Rd kwesterveld@hotmail.com 7th 42 Rose Lane Close Tel. 01379 644 007.

A new decorated window will be revealed somewhere in the village every day between 1st and 24th December and the windows will remain on show until 2nd January. The 24th “window” will be the crib scene in St. Peter’s Church.

I’ve lived in Norfolk for more than 30 years...

Early on, I was an active Young Farmer.

Then later, a school parent Governor.

I’ve also been a Trustee of several local charities and am currently a Trustee of Norfolk Community Foundation. I guess you’d say I’m someone who gets involved.

The new big idea of localism, community ownership of public assets and community delivery of public services suits Norfolk well. I’ve met countless people doing just that and now countless more face new opportunities to do the same.

For most of those years I’ve worked locally too. Right now I describe myself as a social entrepreneur, starting things, connecting things and striving to make the world a better place. It’s good for me too, as I’m paid to write, speak or advise groups and organisations trying to become more enterprising, without sacrificing social, ethical and environmental ideals.

But not every community can find the money to pay someone like me to help.

That’s why I wrote ‘How to be a Social Entrepreneur.’ It’s an easy to follow, step by step guide to making a difference by becoming more entrepreneurial. Now people can find out how to do this stuff themselves, from a book costing £14.99.

I work nationally too, but local projects are by far the most rewarding. Helping people achieve for their community things they thought impossible, is great fun. We usually start with a problem, often financial and then find a creative solution. It’s much more than fundraising because by helping people become more entrepreneurial, future funding becomes less of a challenge.

What’s more I live in South Norfolk, so when the book prompts you to ask the author question, you don’t have to go far to find me!

One thing I know from experience is that ‘Big Society’ is something people here have been doing quite nicely for generations.

Diss Decorative & Fine Arts Society J M W Turner - The Artist & his Travels The October lecture for Diss Decorative & Fine Arts Society [DDFAS] was delivered in wonderful style by the leading Turner authority, Catherine Parry-Wingfield, to more than 120 members and illustrated clearly the development of the talent of Britain’s favourite artist through his travels in England and Europe.

The strength of his Watercolours from early architectural views of Margate as a teenager, through his visits to Lowestoft and Salisbury illustrated this development. With his trips, during the breaks in the Revolutionary and Napoleonic wars and later, we also saw the unique skills of detail, colour and natural landscapes that became his “trademark” and culminated in the nation’s favourite painting – The Fighting Temeraire.

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Ms Parry-Wingfield’s knowledge and appreciation of Turner were lavishly endorsed through views of his work from journeys to France, Italy, Germany & Switzerland including dramatic coach crashes in the Alps, eruptions of Vesuvius and the famous Blue Rigi.

Another excellent presentation to this lively and well supported group.

The next DDFAS lecture is at 2.15 pm on Tuesday, 16th November 2010 at Royden Village Hall when James Malpas will talk on Klimt, Schiele & Kokoschka – The Vienna Succession 1898 – 1918.

New members are welcome. Contact Judith Buckfield on 01379 852123 for details.

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Lasting Power Of Attorney

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Property and Affairs

November Meeting The Power of Attorney must be registered at the Office of the Public Guardian before it can be used and once it has been registered, the Attorneys can act immediately unless a restriction is included in the document.

Above: Stephen Abbott from Jackaman Smith and Mulley A Property and Affairs Lasting Power of Attorney gives people who you can trust the legal responsibility to look after your financial and property affairs.

The Attorneys will have the power to administer your assets and, with a few exceptions, do anything that you may do yourself. Considerable trust is placed in the Attorneys and legal sanctions can be imposed on them for any wrong doing.

You may insist that jointly appointed Attorneys act together or you can allow them the flexibility of acting together or independently as they decide. You can also appoint replacement Attorneys.

While you are still able to make your own decisions, the Attorneys must act in accordance with your wishes and must ensure that you are given as much help as necessary to make your own decisions. If you are unable to make a decision yourself, any act done or decision made by your Attorneys for or on your behalf must be in your best interests.

You must complete a Lasting Power of Attorney while you possess the mental capacity to do so. After you sign the document somebody who has known you for at least two years, or possesses appropriate skills such as a GP or a solicitor, must complete a certificate confirming that in their opinion you understand the purpose of the document and the scope of the authority that you are giving to your Attorneys and that no-

Our Annual AGM took place in November when the names of 10 members were confirmed as the new committee for the following year.

Nominations for President were also submitted and later in the evening it was confirmed that Jean Sudron would be our new President.

We are all grateful to Christine Ecclestone who has worked hard and been a committed, helpful President for the last 2 years but has now decided to

one has used fraud or undue pressure to force you to make it.

If you would like further advice on Lasting Powers of Attorney please contact Stephen Abbott on 01379 643555 or at stephen.abbott@jsm. co.uk.

A free 20 minute interview can be arranged to answer your questions and explain the procedure to you without obligation.

step down and leave the committee to make way for some newcomers.

We had a break from business matters to have a short but very interesting talk from Sue Palmer. For those of us who wondered why a number of decorated elephants suddenly appeared around Norwich in the summer of 2008, all our questions were answered. It was a project planned by the Forum Trust and sponsored by local businesses. As a result of its success, a lot of money was raised for charity. The talk concluded with superbly presented photographs of all 53 elephants to remind us how delightful they were.

Our annual Christmas Dinner will take the place of our monthly meeting in December and the next report will be in January 2011.

Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month at Diss Methodist Church Hall and start at 7.30 p.m.

New members and visitors are very welcome to join us.

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Zumba Dancing Diss Town Council Christmas Carol Concert

Heywood sports and racquet club in Diss have joined forces with Zumba trained Christine Brookes and have been inundated with calls from people wanting to join the party.

7th December 2010 at 19.30am Venue: Diss Corn Hall An annual sell-out favourite, Diss Town Council’s carol concert is one for all the family with the singing led by the Waveny Choir together with the Diss

Salvation Army. The evening also includes performances by the choirs of Diss High and Junior schools.

Tickets: £3.50 Children £2 - includes mulled wine and mince pies.

Hoxne Phoenix Group For the November meeting Phoenix members and a number of visitors had a lively evening of “Beetle” with an accompanying fish and chip supper much enjoyed by all present.

A MacMillan coffee morning recently organised by two of our members had raised over £600 for this well-known cause. Congratulations to all concerned.

The next meeting will be our Christmas event on December 14th and it was suggested that Christmas cards for friends could be distributed on this occasion. The speaker will be talking about pub signs and their origins.

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The trip to Colchester for Christmas shopping will leave Hoxne at 9.00 on Monday 15th November. Ticket £8 (£9 for visitors). The painting sessions with tutor Angela Rawson are proving very popular and three more sessions have been arranged for the New Year. Details from Doreen Weller (668291).

The Annual New Year lunch will be held on Tuesday January 18th.

Zumba is a Latin-inspired, easy to follow, calorie-burning, dance fitness-party.

The club started with a class on Wednesday evenings at 8pm and after the 2nd week had to run another on Sunday mornings at 10am. Both classes are overflowing, so Heywood Sports and Christine Brookes have set up the ‘Zumba Party Roadshow’ which will stage massive Zumba classes throughout East Anglia, aimed at attracting 100+ people to each event.

The Zumba ethos is ‘Party yourself into

shape’ and that is the atmosphere that will be created at these fantastic events, with full light show and sound system, the Zumba party will be the most exciting dance / fitness experience to tour the region.

The first venue to host this great event is the Park hotel Diss, on Thursday 9th December 2010, start time 7pm through to 8.30pm.

To book your place please ring Heywood Sports and Racquet Club on 01379 643088.

The Salvation Army The Salvation Army in Diss will be providing Christmas Dinner at their centre in Sunnyside on Christmas Day. This is for people who would otherwise be on their own. If you, or anyone you know, would like to come and spend Christmas Day with us contact Major

Fawcett on 01379-642448 for further details and to book in, by 17th December.

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Mistletoe

By Joan Garnham, Waveney Tree Specialists Mistletoe, from OE mistiltan, is a parasitic evergreen shrub with white berries. We are most familiar with the European mistletoe Viscum album.

The reputation of mistletoe was created

by Pliny (AD77). He wrote that the Druids thought it sacred if it grew on oak; this rarely happens, it is found mainly on lime, willow, apple, poplar, maple, ash and hawthorn.

The Druids valued mistletoe as a peace symbol and as medicine; it was harvested with a golden sickle and not allowed to touch the ground. Fans of Asterix will know this is where he got his phenomenal strength from. It was thought to protect against injury by fire and water; made farm animals and women fertile; used as an antidote to poison and cured epilepsy. Realistically, it has been used as a treatment of cancer and as an antihypertensive in the form of a tea.

In Norse mythology Baldur was a good and popular god but dreamt of his own death. So all the other gods in Valhalla

made all things living or growing on earth, promise not to harm him. The evil god Loki persuaded the blind god Hodur (Baldur’s brother) to shoot at him for fun knowing he would not die. He gave him an arrow made of mistletoe wood which killed Baldur – it did not grow on the earth – since then mistletoe was designated a plant of peace.

It wasn’t mentioned until 1648 as one of the evergreens for Christmas decorations whereas holly and ivy have been used since the middle ages. The berries are poisonous and were once used in the Druid human sacrifices – perhaps for this reason it is often excluded from church decorations.

How many of our readers have stolen a kiss under mistletoe? Kissing under the mistletoe dates back to at least the early C17. The correct procedure is to pick a berry for each kiss – no more kissing when all the berries have gone. Once Christmas is over the bough should be burnt or those who kissed will be foes by the year end.

Growing Mistletoe Forget all the gardening lore...

• Pick fresh berries in February or March • Squeeze the seeds out • Collect lots on your finger with the sticky viscin • Choose a tree (same species as the tree the berries grew on) • Smear the seeds onto branches 2 – 6 cms diameter.

• Remember the branch will wither and die beyond the mistletoe.

• Now…. Be patient! – it will take up to 4 years to get a shoot with 2 leaves – after that it grows rapidly.

• Plant at least 20 seeds – some will be eaten by birds and you need a male and female plant to get berries.

When the time comes to harvest your mistletoe for Christmas don’t risk falling or damaging the tree – remember – Waveney Tree Specialists have a 20 meter hoist for hire with an operator.

Expert advice is a phone call or email away Telephone: 01379 668 636 Mobile: 07990 801 388 Email: waveneytrees@btconnect.com Web: www.waveneytrees.co.uk Free estimates Realistic, competitive prices Check us out on our website.

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DISS News

Church Services The Parish Church of Saint Mary the Virgin, Diss 19th December Service of Lessons and Carols by Candlelight, 6.00.

Christmas Eve

Dickleburgh

Fifty Christmas Trees In A Church Dickleburgh Church is one of the best places to visit in Norfolk in December to be infused with the Christmas spirit.

Crib Service, 5.00pm.

Midnight Sung Eucharist, 11.30pm.

Trees in a Church at 5pm on Saturday, December 4. The opening will include a performance of Rwandan Christmas Carols

by Illuminée Nganemariya and the Benefice choir.

Christmas Day Eucharist, 8.00am.

Christmas Family Eucharist, 10.30am.

Salvation Army 19th December Morning Service, 10.00am.

Carol Service, 6.00pm.

Christmas Day Christmas Day Morning Service, 10.30am.

Diss Methodist Church 19th December Carol Service, 6.00pm.

Christmas Eve

Communion Service, 11.30pm.

United Reformed Church Christmas Day Christmas Morning Service, 10.00am.

Boxing Day

Morning Service, 10.45am.

The Parish Church of Saint Remigius, Roydon 19th December Carol Service, 4.00pm.

21st December Nativity Service, 5.00pm.

Christmas Eve Crib Service 4.00pm. Carols 11.00pm.

Communion Service 11.30pm.

Christmas Day Family Communion Service, 10.00am.

Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church Christmas Eve

Family Mass, 7.00pm.

Carols before Midnight Mass, 11.45pm.

Christmas Day Sung Mass, 9.30am.

Mass with carol, 11.30.

NO EVENING MASS. Boxing Day

9.30, 11.30 and 6.00pm as usual.

St Peter and St Paul, Hoxne 9th December

St Edmund’s School Carol Service, 6.30pm.

12th December Service at Hoxne replaced by Celebration Service

with Carols, 11.30am at St John, Denham.

15th December Crib Service, 9.30am.

19th December Christingle, 11.15am.

21st December Village Carol Service, 7.30pm.

Christmas Day Family Service followed by a shortened

Holy Communion, 10am.

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This beautiful 15th century church is hosting the seventh annual Christmas extravaganza, 50 Christmas Trees in a Church from Sunday, December 5 to Sunday, December 12, open daily 10am to 7pm (closes 4pm on Sunday, December 12 for the prize giving).

Christmas Trees of all shapes and sizes, some handmade featuring special seasonal messages, will decorate the church, contributed to the event by local businesses and organisations. The event has a competitive edge, as each organisation that enters has the chance to win prize money in the visitors’ vote for the best trees. This year’s festival has a special theme, the Heavens at Jesus’ birth. Lighting above the trees will recreate the position of the stars and planets.

Admission is adults £3.50, senior citizens and concessions £3, pre-booked groups £2.75 and children free. All money raised will be shared by Connects and Co, a Norwich-based charity supporting young carers and the parish churches that comprise the Benefice of Dickleburgh and the Pulhams – Dickleburgh, Pulham Market, Pulham St Mary, Rushall, Starston, Thelveton, Shimpling and Frenze.

The Rt Revd Alan Winton, Bishop of Thetford, will officially open 50 Christmas

Event organiser Rev Norman Steer said: “I love the Christmas Trees. It is a good week for me. The church expresses its love in a way that people can understand. I want visitors to be themselves and know that they are welcome and will be cared for during their visit. The best part is the smiles on the faces of all ages when they leave.”

Light lunches and teas are served in Dickleburgh Church Rooms (next to the church). Christmas Crafts on sale; good car parking at the church. Dickleburgh is just off the A140 to the north of Diss. The church is on The Street, Dickleburgh’s main thoroughfare.

For more information Tel. 01379 854245 www.50christmastrees.com.

christmas in

attleborough

Pride In Breckland Awards 2011 Category Descriptions Carer Of The Year Carers do amazing work by providing endless support and improving people’s quality of life. This category is open to both paid and voluntary carers who may have: • Shown total selflessness in their care for others • Made a real difference to the quality of life of others

• Reducing and reusing waste as well as recycling and composting • Keeping Breckland clean and tidy through regular litter picks Sporting Excellence This award will go to an individual or team who can demonstrate a significant achievement in their sport.

Greener Breckland This award recognises the commitment of individuals or groups of all ages who are doing their bit for the local environment.

Volunteer Of The Year This award recognises those exceptional individuals across Breckland who generously give up their time and energy without recognition or celebration.

Examples could include: • Preserving the environment and biodiversity of Breckland • Reducing carbon emissions and using green energy alternatives

Examples could include: • Individuals who tirelessly help out at clubs and societies all year long • An individual who raises staggering amounts of money for charity

• Those who strive to improve the community they live in Child Of Courage (Under 16’s) Sadly, some children have to deal with circumstances and problems, which have a major impact on their lives. Some have performed acts of extraordinary heroism, others have endured pain and suffering as a result of disability, illness or grief. This award celebrates their strength & bravery.

Good Friend/Neighbour This award will go to an individual, couple or family whose actions have a positive impact on the lives of their friends and neighbours.

Examples could include: • Being there in times of trouble • Helping with household chores • Providing vital support such as transport or looking after children

Safer Breckland This category is open to individuals or groups who have made a positive contribution to helping make Breckland a safer place.

Community Group of the Year This award will go to any group of paid or voluntary people whose actions, strength and support has made a real difference in their community.

Further information about the categories and a downloadable nomination form can be found on the Breckland website, www. breckland.gov.uk, or in the November / December edition of Breckland Voice.

Forms should be submitted by 31st January. For further information call Richard Wills on 01362 656870.

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A&G Butchers

Christmas Price List 2010 Locally reared free range oven ready Turkeys from Great Grove Poultry, Whews Farm, Caston, Attleborough, Norfolk.

Free Range Norfolk Bronze £4.30 lb Oven Ready Free Range White Turkeys £4.30 lb Oven Ready Geese - £4.97 lb Turkey Breast Roll - £5.50 lb Ducks - £2.80 lb Beef Topside, Silverside and Top Rump, Rolled Sirloin, Rib of Beef O/B. Sirloin Steak, Rump Steak, Rib Eye Steak, Fillet Steak

Also Sausages, Chipolatas, Cocktail Sausages, Sausage Meat, Smoked & Unsmoked Back Bacon & Smoked Streaky Bacon Lamb Leg of Lamb, Shoulder of Lamb, Loin/Cutlet Chops, Chump Chops Cooked Meat Suffolk Smoked Ham, Salt Beef, Joints and Slices Pies Hand Raised Pork Pies, Gala Pies, Steak & Kidney Pies, Mince Beef & Onion Pies, Sausage Rolls

Pork Leg of Pork, Shoulder of Pork, Loin of Pork, Belly of Pork

Please place orders by 15th December to guarantee supply.

Rosedale Remembers At Christmas Someone to talk to and support you during one of the most difficult times in your life is how the funeral directors at Rosedale Funeral Home see themselves.

Created by experienced funeral directors who wanted to offer a caring and personal as well as a very professional service, Rosedale Funeral Home has established itself as a thoughtful company for families to honour and remember loved ones who have died.

Christmas can be a very difficult time for the recently bereaved who cannot avoid the reminders that “tis the season to be jolly” but you miss the person who has died and you don’t want to be encouraged to go as if nothing has happened. For anyone facing their first Christmas without a loved one, Rosedale have available a small booklet entitled “A not so jolly Christmas” offering practical advice on reducing pressure, re-evaluating traditions, re-defining expectations and re-living the memories.

There is even a special section for helping children with their loss at Christmas. The booklet is available free of charge from any Rosedale Funeral Home.

Every December, Rosedale places a memorial Christmas tree in Diss Church, and in each of their funerals homes in Attleborough,Wymondham, Bungay and Halesworth. These trees are a focal point for bereaved families at a time when their loss may be most acute.

Rosedale provides attractive cards for families and friends to write messages for their loved ones, no matter how long ago, or where they died. Each card is carefully hung on one of their Christmas trees, a simple but thoughtful

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gesture. If you would like to receive a complimentary card, please telephone the funeral home nearest to you, listed below.

Over the Christmas period, funeral directors at Rosedale will be working day and night ensuring that the bereaved receive the same high level of service, providing a peaceful family atmosphere for making funeral arrangements, either in a private sitting room at the funeral home, or by visiting the bereaved in their own homes. They don’t just stop with the funeral either; they can offer practical support to stop unwanted mail addressed to the deceased and provide memory boxes and work books for bereaved children as well as resources for parents and teachers – all free of charge.

The dedicated staff have over 100 years of experience in arranging and conducting funerals between them, and the emphasis is on dedicated local people working for the rest of the community, with fair pricing, flexibility and exceptional service.

Diss 01379 640810 Attleborough 01953 452538 Wymondham 01953 601103

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Residents Are Asked For Their Comments On The Attleborough And Snetterton Heath Area Action Plan Breckland Council is asking residents to comment and give suggestions on the Area Action Plan for Attleborough and Snetterton Heath.

The Issues and Options consultation will be available until 28th January 2011 by accessing http://consult.breckland. gov.uk.

employment growth and Snetterton Heath Employment Area as a focus for employment land expansion.

• At least 4,000 new homes within the Attleborough area by 2026 on Greenfield land to the south of the town and not north of the A11; • Necessary supporting infrastructure;

Attleborough and Snetterton Heath Employment Area are set to change over the coming years. The Breckland Core Strategy identifies Attleborough as a focus for substantial housing and

• 1,500 to 2,000 net additional jobs in Attleborough by 2021 and release some 10 hectares of land for employment development which is

Tutti Fruitti Christmas Chicken

By Ali, owner of “The Coffee Lounge” and “The Lounge”.

Ingredients Chicken - 3kg – 5kg 4 medium onions finely sliced Small bunch of fresh coriander 200g dried apricots 200g mixed berries 1 x tablespoon of runny honey 4 x tablespoon of olive oil 1 x teaspoon cumin 1 x teaspoon ginger 1 x teaspoon cinnamon 1 x teaspoon turmeric ½ x fresh lemon Salt and Pepper In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients and mix thoroughly, place the bird in the bowl and rub the spices all over it. Stuff the bird with some of the ingredients and leave to marinate with the

well related to the A11 between 2001 and 2026; • A new link road to help ease congestion; and • 20 Hectares of employment land at Snetterton Heath.

The Council is producing an Area Action Plan to guide the changes and need your help. Please access the Consultation Portal at: http://consult.breckland.gov.uk where you can view the document and make any comments.

As well as the online consultation, a questionnaire is going out to all homes in the NR17 and NR16 post code areas.

There is also an opportunity to meet the planners at drop-in event organised at Attleborough Connaught Hall on 2nd December from 10am – 12.30pm.

rest for at least 2 hours. Pre-heat the oven to gas mark 5, 190C. Place the bird in an oven proof dish and cover with foil paper to keep the flavour in. Cook for 2 – 3 hours depending on the size of the bird, allow 20 minutes to the pound. To serve place the bird in a large serving dish and pour the juice and all the spices on the top and garnish with fresh coriander.

Serve with roast/sautéed potatoes and vegetables.

Recipe can be adapted for the bird of your choice.

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Attleborough Town Twinning Association

Riverford How to make veg the star of your Christmas dinner.

Christmas goes hand-in-hand with British veg. At Riverford we trial, test and taste until we find the most flavoursome varieties to grow. Here’s a bit about how we’re growing them and some tips on how to make them the star of your festive feast.

Brussels Sprouts Without the artificial sprays that protect conventionally-grown brussels, our organic ones may never look perfect They’re back-breaking to pick by hand, too. But because we grow them everso-slowly, they tend to taste better.

You’ll get them field-fresh, still on the stalk, wherever possible. Soggy, overcooked sprouts are about as unappealing as it gets. If you must cook them in water, avoid boiling and steam them as briefly as possible. Even better, stir fry them so they keep their crunch – try quartering them and frying in olive oil and garlic.

Parsnips Parsnips can be ready by September,

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Annual General Meeting but we tend to wait until the first frosts to start harvesting them. Cold weather causes some of the starch in the root to convert to sugar and greatly improves the flavour. For a new take on roasted parsnips, parboil, then roll them in a mixture of flour and parmesan. Season well and roast in the oven with the rest of your Christmas dinner.

Carrots Our winter crop is harvested in late October and November and kept in cold store for the winter. Unless the skins have become discoloured, there should be no need to peel them - a good scrub at the sink should do. Again, avoid boiling them – roast or cook with a little butter instead.

Or make sweet honey-glazed carrots: Put chopped carrots in a pan with a knob of butter, a tablespoon of honey and a splash of water. Simmer until tender, add some drops of balsamic

Plans for the visit to Attleborough’s twinned community of Nueil-Les-Aubiers, in France in June 2011 are well advanced.

Speaking after the recent Annual General Meeting of the Association the Secretary, Mary Ridgway, said “we have received plenty of interest from members who would like to join the visit to France next year. As on a previous visit, we plan to travel by Eurostar and TGV. Travelling by train is an excellent idea, especially as we have such easy access to St Pancras from Attleborough.”

vinegar, a sprinkling of chopped parsley and serve.

Red Cabbage Braising brings out the sweet, earthy flavour of red cabbage and is a very easy way of cooking it. Fill a pan with a finely shredded red cabbage, two chopped dessert apples, 50g butter and a tablespoon and a half of

The AGM was held at Attleborough Fire Station on Thursday 21 October and President, Denny Barber, was reelected together with other officers and committee members.

If readers would like more information about the Association, our twinned community of NueilLes-Aubiers, or the visit in 20111, please contact the Secretary on 01953 455995.

dark soft brown sugar and balsamic vinegar. Season well and simmer over a low heat for two hours until rich and flavoursome.

Riverford deliver fresh organic vegboxes throughout South Norfolk, for more details phone Mark on 01953 851891 or go to www.riverford.co.uk/sacrewell

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Attleborough Probus Club Village Life – The Story Of Bridgham Our Chairman Ian Elson greeted the thirty five members at our first meeting of the month with one of his humorous stories also welcomed a team from the East Coast Trucker’s Charity to give us an insight into their dedicated work delivering loads of fun to special children.

The charities work goes far beyond what the general public know, I.E The Annual Children’s convoy on August bank holiday from Norwich to Yarmouth via Pleasure Wood Hills which involves eighty trucks highly polished and prepared for the event (Eighty being the maximum allowed as they could easily find one hundred and eighty as truckers from all over the Anglia region offer their services) the police offer their services free of charge with motor cycle outriders leading the convoy and policing the roads, not forgetting the invaluable support given by four Paramedic teams.

Hellesdon High School where every child receives a present, Dinosaur Park and the latest venue, Santa Pod Raceway, they loved it!. The generosity of the public by making donations, especially by way of becoming “A Friend” of the Charity helps raise funds for the special needs of these children by supplying things that are not available through the state, recently the charity supplied a special wheel chair for a child at a cost of £ 5,400.00. The overheads of the organization are very minimal and members proudly say “ What we collect the Children get”.

Over two hundred volunteers now organize a multitude of events to entertain the children and raise money for their various needs, a Trailer is the public face of East Anglia Truckers at various events through out the year ,such as The Police Gala day, Worsted Festival , street collections and packing customers bags at supermarkets.

Entertainments includes visits to The Hippodrome Circus in Yarmouth, Christmas Party with a visit from Santa held at

A collection was raised among the Probus club members and a vote of thanks was given to the team for their film and talk which at times was very touching.

Ralf Ramm our Social secretary announced that the members Christmas dinner would be held at” The Stag” on December 8th and that a visit for members wives and friends to visit the “Titanic Exhibition” in London would possibly be organised in the New Year.

By David O’Neale & Tony Dobbin ‘How very fortunate is the community, I find myself thinking, that boasts a Millennium Group and editors willing to give time, careful thought, and skill to such an undertaking.’

Once in a while a book comes along that manages to touch the heart and create a sense of something we cherish. Village Life – the story of Bridgham, a tiny village in the countryside of Breckland Norfolk, could do exactly that.

It is about the life and history of a community, which remained relatively unchanged for centuries and until only 60 or so years ago did not have an electricity nor running water in every home. It could well be the story of any number of similar villages that make rural England what it is.

The characters, the events, the occasional scandal, of youngsters at play, the derringdo and the tragedies that came with two world wars. It’s all here, helping to shape people’s lives and the way we live now.

Kevin Crossley-Holland, poet, awardwinning children’s author and Norfolk resident has written of this impressive publication: ‘The overriding strength of these pages is that they so mix fact, description, specific instance, story, anecdote and a wide range of illustration as to give a wonderful sense of life – of individual lives, of work, hard work and fleeting happiness’.

‘Here is the little Breckland village of Bridgham talking, talking to itself (and sometimes laughing at itself) but also speaking to, and for so many of us living in similar villages.

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The book’s 400 pages not only trace over 1,000 years of colourful history in words, but with nearly the same number of pictures, most in colour, it adds up to a hugely entertaining and enjoyable read.

Until Christmas, Village Life is available at just £20 a special introductory offer saving £5 off the normal price.

The book is available from East Harling butchers F L Edge & Son. Copies can also be bought direct from David O’Neale, Mill House, The Street, Bridgham, NR16 2RS. 01953 718266; email: david.oneale@btinternet.com.

For copies that have to be mailed, there is an additional £6 to cover UK postage and packing, and an additional £2 for each further copy. Cheques to Bridgham Millennium Group.

Supported by the National Lottery Fund through the Heritage Lottery Fund.

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South Norfolk Small Businesses Warned South Norfolk small businesses must contribute to their employees’ pension funds, according to a recent Government announcement, a specialist has warned.

Graham Cormack who runs small business tax and accountancy firm, TaxAssist Accountants, in Attleborough said that although the new law would be phased in from 2012, with smaller ownermanaged firms not being affected until 2014, it was vital to get schemes in place.

He comments: “Following the Government’s announcement, all employers will, for the first time, be required to automatically enrol eligible employees into a pension scheme and pay pension contributions.

South Norfolk small businesses should put their own pension scheme in place for employees, rather than rely on Government schemes, which may not be the best solution for their company.

“Even if businesses already have a workplace pension scheme, it may have to change to comply with the new law.

Owner managers across South Norfolk will want to keep control of their employee benefits packages.”

companies with over 800 employees from October 2012 and then will be staged over four years, with companies who have less than 50 employees affected from August 2014. Qualifying employees will need to put 8% of their earnings into their pension pot, with at least 3% of that total contributed by their employer.

“Business owners can face fines of up to £5,000 or even imprisonment for non compliance,” said Graham Cormack.

“Employers can avoid much of the administration burden associated with automatic enrolment by setting up their own pension scheme.”

TaxAssist Accountants Attleborough is a local business itself, operating across Attleborough, Wymondham, Long Stratton and Diss providing tax and accountancy advice and services to small businesses. The company works closely with UK pensions specialist Independent Financial Services.

We caught up with Mr & Mrs Seymour after Supreme Bathrooms had recently completed their new en-suite and cloakroom.

1. What made you choose Supreme Bathrooms for your bathroom makeover?

Reputation and recommendations.

2. What did you think of their design service & were you happy with their ideas?

Right from the start Neil was in tune with our ideas and the design reflected his flair for getting the right products in the right place.

3. Are you happy with the installation of your new bathrooms & all aspects of the work carried throughout to completion?

Peter the fitter was very professional in his work and extremely neat and tidy throughout the job.

building work, new shower and enclosure, toilet, sink and a range of beech fitted cupboards. The flooring was also replaced.

We now have a digital power shower with a larger bow shower enclosure, and a fancy LED mirror over our sink.

5. Would you recommend Supreme Bathrooms to our Dispatch readers?

Without hesitation I would recommend Supreme Bathrooms to anyone wishing to have a new top specification bathroom designed and fitted by Neil and his team!!!

Visit Supreme Bathrooms of Wymondham now for your bathroom makeover.

4. What products have you now got installed in your new bathroom and has the finished bathroom matched your expectations?

Complete reworking of the en-suite including

Paul Baker, MD of national independent financial advisers, IFS, said; “Doing nothing until you have to is not the best option. By planning ahead, the cost of the pension provision can be phased in, making the whole process much easier and, from a cash-flow perspective, much more manageable.”

A Pensions Regulator will police and enforce the new law, which applies to

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An interview with...

andrew (AKA Bud) of A. Roydon roofing services

Above: Carl and Andrew (AKA Bud) of A. Roydon Roofing Services 1. So Andrew have you lived in the area a long time?

Yes, all my life.

2. Most people know you as Bud where does the nickname come from?

A group of friends named me it when I was 8 years old whilst playing football & it has remained ever since.

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3. You are heavily involved with the local boxing club, coaching & fundraising etc, is there a lot happening now we are into the new season?

Yes lots, majority of our members are, after a lot of hard work, ready to box at a competitive level .It has been a pleasure helping coach them to this standard.

We have a lot of committed youngsters involved in the club and have had a successful first year. We are currently working hard towards our show at the Connaught Hall on 11th Dec. 4.Your business - A.Royden Roofing Services specialises in all aspect of roofing work, is there any area you are currently finding more demand for at the moment?

We have been very busy lately & seen quite a high demand for tiling especially, although slate has become very popular this year and of course we have been dealing with lots of leaks with the amount of rain we have been having recently!

5. Do you have any more ideas for the future of the business?

If work continues as it has done lately, then I am looking to have 2 teams of roofers again. This will mean we can take more work in as a company and possibly enable us to travel further afield too. Once the winter is out of the way, which usually sees a quieter time for all of the construction industry then we can start to look at the new approach into the spring.

6. Is there anything else you would like to tell the dispatch readers?

Just please do feel free to contact us for all of your roofing needs & also a big thank you to the customers that have already shown their support for the Boxing Club.

7. If Dispatch could grant you one wish what would you wish for?

More spare time to spend with my wife & children.

Please contact the boxing club direct for show tickets priced ÂŁ12.

Telephone: 01953 457329.

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Attleborough Amateur Boxing Club Tickets for Attleborough Amateur Boxing Club’s next Home Boxing show are now on sale.

The show is being held @ Attleborough’s Connaught Hall, Station Road, on 11th December. Doors open @ 7.00 pm – Boxing Starts @ 8.00 pm.

Tickets can be purchased either from Donna Kissinger Estate Agents tel: 01953 454272 or from the Attleborough ABC Gym tel 01953 457329.

Last year this show was a complete sell out 2 weeks before the event so people are advised to get their tickets early to avoid disappointment. Up to 12 Bouts are being planned and will be featuring locally trained Attleborough ABC Competition Boxers.

The club is open 6 days a week and coaching sessions are available for 8 years and upwards with sessions being held for all levels of ability (including separate Ladies & Mens weekly Boxfit sessions )

Tickets are priced @ £12 each and include an entrance programme – there will also be a fully licensed bar and food will be available to purchase.

Further information of the forthcoming show and details of the training facilities, including session timetable, are available on the Club Website attleboroughamateurboxingclub.co.uk

Attleborough Players

Present Their Next Production Xmas Party Show OR Last Chance to Relax before Xmas !

Christmas Is Coming...

Great Shopping Ideas from Artichoke...

Not sure about the goose but Andrea and I are definitely getting fat - next week is the start of our healthy living campaign - we both plan to lose five pounds by Christmas Day.

items are arriving daily. We already have branded short fit trousers in stock as well as a range of evening trousers and tops by Frank Usher. Sweatshirts, T shirts and knitwear is on the way.... plus a new addition to our £10 rail - Alice Collins velour trousers perfect for relaxing in.

In The Shop At Hackford...

And If All This Is Not Enough To Get You To Hackford...

We have some great Christmas gift ideas....

Lovely Italian leather bags.... a selection of totes and bags by Lulu Australia... VIP handbag liners... as well as lots of lovely jewellery. Pure silk scarves, woolly scarves, thick socks, thick woolies and a range of kids clothes by Little Josh and Little Alice. I almost forgot Christmas Cards. This year we will again be selling these on behalf of Action Medical Res each.

Mid Season Clearance If you are looking for something to spoil yourself with our mid season clearance

Perhaps this will...

Fantastic Shirts and great cords by ALICE COLLINS Jeans that actually fit and stylish jackets from OSCAR B. Boiled Wool coats and jackets from FRAGILE. Evening wear from MARBLE. Fun and practical gilets from GRENOUILLE. Beautiful Blouses from DOUBLE TWO. Plus 10% discount on all accessories in December!

We Hope To See You Soon...

Best Wishes, Andrea and Sarah, Artichoke.

At the Connaught Hall Friday 17th December 2010 at 7.30pm.

This latest one night only show is an ideal prelude to Christmas. Come-a-long and Singa-Long to all your favourite Christmas Songs interspersed with Lucky Ticket No and Spot Prizes Fun...

All seats are at tables where nibbles will be provided for your enjoyment. So Come-a-Long for a great night out !

Tickets £5 are available from The Flower Box, 1 Defiant Precinct, Church Street, Attleborough (Tel: 01953 453533) or at the door.

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ATTLEBOROUGH News

Anglia Computer Solutions

Local Businesses Support Youth In Sport

Anglia Computer Solutions has branches in Swaffham, Downham Market and Wymondham. At Anglia Computer Solutions we cover everything and anything computer related.

Two local businesses in Attleborough have sponsored the Norfolk United (Attleborough Branch) Netball Club by purchasing kit for the U12 Team (Diamonds).

We are expecting another big shipment of reconditioned laptops from £149 which should have arrived by the time you read this, they would make an excellent christmas present and we are now taking deposits! We also have Factory Refurbished Windows 7 laptops coming in on a daily basis.

This gives us a massive range of New, Factory Refurbished & Used PC’s, Laptops & Netbooks.

Free Data Transfer From Your Old PC \ Laptop To New!!

Unfortunately computers do go down, whether it’s due to viruses and spyware, old age or things like electrical storms.

We are here to help! Often these kinds of problems can be solved quickly, either by replacing key components or solving any software problems - it’s always recommended to get a quote for a repair before just going out and

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buying a completely new unit. Laptops are becoming increasingly popular and although they are a bit more of a challenge to repair we cover all aspects of them. Whether the unit won’t turn on right through to keyboard, power connector and screen replacements.

If it’s a problem which cannot be fixed in store, or it’s just too inconvenient to bring in – then we will come to you. Our callouts are £39.99 which includes travelling and labour. We cover both homes and businesses whether it’s setting up wireless broadband for personal use or twenty computers in an office.

We keep in a wide range of Ink cartridges, cables, hardware components and peripherals in stock all ready to go, and if we don’t have what you need then they can often be ordered for the next day.

wife Chrissie presented the Award to Lucy Temple. Other nominees Emily Cocker and Hannah Blades were presented with certificates.

Springfields Flooring 07788 125369 / sprflooring@aol.com This team attends training every Friday and play in the Norwich Junior Winter League which takes place at Hellesdon Community Centre. Diamonds were successful in their first match winning 5/3.

Roger Thompson and Laura Myers (middle and left in the photo) of Roger Thompson Mortgage Solutions made a generous contribution to the new dresses, which have been embroidered with the company logo. Pete Venables (to the right in the photo) of Springfields Flooring bought two sets of patch bibs and also sponsored the Attleborough Branch Award at the Norfolk United Awards Dinner, where his

Roger Thompson Mortgage Solutions 01953 455222 / 07958 900076 / www.rogerthompson.org.uk roger@rogerthompson.org.uk The club, team and parents would like to thank both businesses for their valued support. Adding to our successful training sessions 4 till 5pm for 11 to 14 year olds and 5 till 6pm for 7 to 12 year olds, we now run a session from 6 till 7pm for 14 year olds to senior players of any ability.

Please contact myself, Fay Manning for more information on faymanning78@ gmail.com or 01953 483691.

News from across your region

Young Achievers Recognised In Pride In Breckland Awards Young people who have made an outstanding achievement in the community were recognised last month at the glittering Pride in Breckland Youth Awards ceremony.

Breckland Youth Council had been inundated with nominations since the inaugural Pride in Breckland Youth Awards were started and Youth Councillors had a very difficult job in picking winners.

The awards recognise and celebrate those people aged 11-19 and their role in helping make Breckland a special place.

Amongst other well known local people presenting the awards were; Elizabeth Truss MP, Kiss FM’s DJ Thomsta, Adrian Stasiak, Deputy Leader of Breckland Council and British record holder and IPC World Number One Para-Olympian shot-putter, Danny Nobbs.

The Results Of The Awards Were As Follows: Young Arts Performer Of The Year Winner: Oliver Johnson Runners Up: Oliver Haylett & Kyle Fenn

Young Green Person / Group Of The Year Winner: Aaron Bolton and the Eco Bugs Project Young Sports Person Of The Year Winner: Pippa Horn Runners Up: Joe Ground and Declan Davis Young Volunteer Of The Year Winner: Sam Trayton Runner Up: Laura Allen Highly Commended: Alistair Wright and Stuart Green

Young Group Project Of The Year Winner: ACOSY Runner Up: The Right Direction Outstanding Achievement Of The Year Winner: Kelsy McTaggart Runner Up: Thomas King Youth Worker Of The Year Winner: Emma Fletcher Runner Up: Sally Palmer

Hosting the Event; Adrian Stasiak, Deputy Leader of Breckland Council said: “This is an opportunity to applaud and celebrate some of the remarkable contributions that Breckland’s young people are making both within their local communities and across society.

We are all extremely proud of the strong community spirit that the young people of our district show and I applaud Breckland Youth Council for organising such an event.”

Young Carer Of The Year Winner: Leslie Fincham Runner Up: Bethan Thomas Young Innovator Of The Year Winner: Jordan Bailey Runner Up: Lewis Hanrahan

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ATTLEBOROUGH News

Attleborough Heritage Group On Saturday 13th November more than 50 members and guests of Attleborough Heritage Group met to attend an illustrated presentation

by Rosemary and Peter Salt, centred on Norfolk in the Great War. Falling between Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday, the commentary and slides offered a fascinating and frequently moving reminder of the irrevocable changes brought about by the Great War. The talk covered the period between 1909 and 1923, thus cataloguing life in Norfolk before, during and following World War I. A disturbing image of a dancing bear “entertaining” children on Earlham Road and pictures of Edward VII and entourage outside Quidenham Hall, were followed by other views of life and work in Norwich and rural Norfolk before the Great War. There were many images of men in cheerful mood willingly joining the Army in Norwich and other towns including, of course, Attleborough.

We saw pictures of aircraft under construction at Boulton & Paul and

Mann Egerton in Norwich, the Airship hangar at Pulham St Mary, Munitions and other Factory Workers, vessels damaged by mines and submarines and so many other glimpses of life during the War. Then came the return of troops after the conflict, the advent of social housing and slum clearance, and the gradual return to civilian life and work. We were reminded that 11 November 1921 saw the first Poppy Day and the slides culminated in a poignant shot of a field of poppies in full bloom.

This was another splendid evening from Rosemary and Peter Salt and the Attleborough Heritage Group.

‘Preserving yesterday’s and today’s memories for tomorrow’

Farmer’s & Crafts Market Great Hockham Last month’s market was a great success with even more local stall holders attending the village’s new shopping experience.

It was the village’s second market and again was very well attended, so come along to the Village Hall this month and support this new venture.

This month we will have 21 Stalls, including Metfield Bakery, John Barnard’s Meats and Pies, Goat’s Cheese from Fielding Cottage, Wayland Free Range Eggs, Norfolk Apple Juice, flavoured vinegars from Scrubby Oaks and new this month two cake stalls, one of which are gluten free cakes.

Date For Your Diary: Christmas Market at Great Hockham 11th December 10am to 2.30pm See www.greathockham.org for more information.

In addition to all of the stall holders there will be light refreshments tea, fresh

Attleborough Writers Group A collection of short stories and poems written by members of the Attleborough Writers’ Group is being launched at the Attleborough Town Hall on Saturday 4th December 2010 between 10.30am –12.30pm.

The book is entitled ‘Light & Dark’ and covers many aspects of life, love, sadness, humour and will make a super Christmas present.

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coffee, cakes and bacon butties, from the BBQ, to set you up for the day! The market opens at 9.00 am and runs until 12:30 pm, we look forward to seeing you there...

The book will be available to purchase subsequently at:

The event will be officially opened by the mayor of Attleborough, Geoff Farrow.

The Card and Gift Box, Church Street, Attleborough and Peter Beales Roses, London Road, Attleborough

Many of the beautifully written stories and poems in the collection have been inspired by the people and places of Norfolk. There really is something for everyone to enjoy.

The Attleborough Writers’ Group looks forward to seeing you for a mince pie and coffee on 4th December and hope you will also support our local charity raffle.

News from across your region

Attleborough Rotary Club

Breckland Flower And Garden Club

On the evening of September 24th the Attleborough and District Rotary Club held their annual quiz.

Travelling from Bedford Lisa Howard demonstrated her ‘Enchanted Christmas’ to a packed hall at the November meeting.

The teams taking part represented businesses and other organisations in the town. It was a superb evening with Rotarian Rod Mclean acting as Quiz Master. The event, which included a raffle of prizes donated by club members, raised a total of £680.00.

In due course this will be used for charitable purposes.

Starting with an advent ring which included deep burgundy roses, minigerberas and carnations she followed with a long table arrangement set with orange and bronze candles together with lilies, gerberas, carnations and roses. An alternative Christmas tree came next - a moss covered cone studded with pink roses and coloured balls. An angel was her next offering complete with wings and halo - dressed in pink lilies, astilbe, gerberas and carnations.

No Christmas is complete without a snow scene and Lisa’s green and white design included six different white flowers of varying texture with palm and aspidistra leaves all set in a white sleigh. The final design was a kissing bower with deep purple liatris, lisianthus, white roses and canna lilies woven through.

The club is very grateful to Banham Poultry for supplying some excellent chicken breasts, which were consumed with relish in the interval.

At the interval, the Rotary Club presented a cheque for £1,000 to the East Anglian Regiment Benevolent Fund.

This was received by Staff Sargeant

Jimmy Naylor, a veteran of both Iraq and Afganistan wars.

The wining team were Griffindor Pavilion Performers were second Happy Mondays were third.

It should be noted that the Rotary Club, which meets weekly on Tuesday evenings, have now moved their venue from the Sherbourne Hotel to The White Lodge public house, London Road, Attleborough.

The Club is in good heart and is always interested in hearing from anyone who feels they would like to join us.

Feelgood Films And Photography

The Competition - New Hands was won by Susan Thurlo and Janet Skidmore second, and Old Hands was won jointly

by Shirley Penfold and Ursual Jackson , second Norma Howes; the trophy for Best

Use of Garden Plant Material was awarded to Ursula Jackson.

The Table Show - was won by Sally Westrup, second Mellissa Sheldrake, third Sylvia Briggs.

December meeting on Thursday 9th at Old Buckenham Village Hall will commence at 1.30pm for the workshop (a list requirements can be obtained from Pat or Sally). Please bring a plate of nibbles for afternoon tea. There will also be a Christmas stall but please do not wrap gifts.

The Competition will be a Christmas Table Arrangement with a candle on a cake stand and the table show three stems of seasonal foliage.

January meeting at Old Buckenham Village Hall January 13th 2pm when there will be an illustrated talk. The Competition to incorporate a photo frame and dried and/or preserved material and the table show is for three stems to show winter colour.

Videography and photography by Suzie Long I am a videographer and photographer based near Wymondham and have recently launched my new website, www.feelgoodfilmsandphotography.com I aim to create a style of work that is fresh, upbeat and relaxed and I take pride in my versatile and friendly approach. For more information and samples of my work, please visit www.feelgoodfilmsandphotography.com

2011 and need someone to film the day, or would like to organise a family portrait or perhaps have an idea for a promotional video for your business website, I would be delighted to hear from you.

For further information contact Email: suzielong@ feelgoodfilmsandphotography.com or Tel: 07887 744385.

Whether you’re planning a wedding for

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ATTLEBOROUGH News

Macmillan Cancer Are Your Gutters Blocked & Overflowing? Support Prize Bingo Get your Fascia, Soffits & Gutters cleaned, inspected & maintained ready for the winter.

Where: Connaught Hall, Attleborough When: 10th December 2010

The benefits of having UPVC fascias and Gutters installed is that, when maintained, they can provide years and years of service and can always be brought back to a like-new condition.

Attleborough & District Horticultural Society

Over time dirt, mould and mildew can build up on the exterior of your property which, in turn, can make UPVC look discoloured and unpleasant, this not only looks unsightly, but can also cause damage if not kept clean.

Gutters can easily become blocked by leaves, feathers, dirt and debris blown into them.

Once a gutter becomes blocked, rainwater will flow directly off the roof onto the walls and windows of your home, as well as onto access paths.

Seriously neglected gutters often have

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weeds growing in them, adding to the problem. Water constantly overflowing from blocked gutters damages bricks and mortar and can cause extensive damp on the outside and mould on the inside of your house as it is absorbed by the bricks, making even the most beautiful of homes appear unsightly.

J & S Homeworks can bring your UPVC back to its original condition again.

Our Fascia and Soffit Cleaning service really can make a difference to the look and feel of your properties exterior and help to keep it in good condition.

The cleaning products we use are specifically designed to effectively and thoroughly clean exterior surfaces.

Call Jason of J & S Homeworks on 01953 458087 or 07747 847606 for a free no obligation quote.

Doors open at 6.30pm, eyes down at 7.30pm. Bar Available.

At the October meeting of the society Robin McDonald gave an excellent presentation on the subject of “Orchids�.

Aided by a very colourful slideshow she described how the known history of orchids goes back to China some 5,000 years ago, when they were probably used in medicine, and that today 250,000 species of orchids have been identified, growing anywhere between the Arctic Circle and the Equator.

Also that two hundred years ago it was possible to pay the equivalent of 10,000 guineas for a single plant, which would then be used to propagate from.

vase of perennials. Ron Brewer took honours for his three stems of shrubs, whilst Sally Westrup was successful with her five shallots.

In the table competition John Phoenix was in form and came first for his three stems of flowers, three cooking apples and his

This takes place at the usual venue (Attleborough Junior School) on Wednesday 8th December, starting at 7pm.

A reminder to all members that in December we shall be holding a seasonal Social Evening in place of our usual meeting and we very much look forward to as many members as possible coming along to enjoy a relaxing and pleasant evening.

News from across your region

Funding Still Available For Community Projects There is still a significant amount of funding available to award community projects in the Breckland area.

The deadline for the final grant panel meeting is fast approaching so if you have a project which hasn’t started yet, please take a look below and see if you may be eligible for some funding.

Gifted And Talented Sports Grant Individuals and groups may apply for up to £500 in support of costs incurred when competing and training in high to elite level sports competition.

in your community? Needs fund to buy equipment or hire use of a venue?

Breckland Council has an activity grant where community groups can apply for up to £500 towards the costs.

Breckland Match Funding This funding is a source of funding to assist a variety of projects across the community, business and skills support within the Breckland area. You must be able to meet two of the Breckland Council objectives for a project which has not started. We have over £90,000 of revenue funding available and over £45,000 of capital match funding up for grabs!

Applicants must provide evidence in the form of references from coaches and governing bodies involved in their training, and show potential for improving beyond their current standard of performance.

If you are interested in this scheme, please contact Laura or Cat, Community Development Officers.

If you have a project that you need assistance with, I urge you to contact one of the team and you may be able to get some financial help with it”.

Adrian Stasiak, Executive Member for Communities and Benefits said: “This funding has already helped a

For more information on any of the funding available, please contact 01362 656870.

Further guidance notes can be found on our website or alternatively contact a member of the Sustainable Communities Team.

Access Arts Individuals and groups can apply for up to £500 to assist you or your group to develop in a particular art form, extending or enhancing your existing activity. It may help with training, workshops or equipment.

For further information, please contact Sam Dawson, Arts Development Officer.

For further information please contact Stefan Clifford, Sports Development Officer.

Pride in Breckland Grant scheme A grant scheme which can award community groups up to £250 towards their project was launched in 2009 and has proved to be very popular since.

This grant is for projects which bring people together within a community, has a sense of pride or have an environmental aspect.

For more information, please contact Richard Wills, Pride Coordinator.

number of individuals and projects achieve things that they would not have been able to achieve otherwise.

Innermost Sound Group Innermost Sound Group in Attleborough takes place on the first Tuesday of the month in “The Francis Room” at the Connaught Hall, Station Road, Attleborough, NR17 2AS. Starting at 7pm-8.30pm. Cost £5.

For details please contact:

We do a gentle meditation to re-connect to who we truly are, and have the opportunity to sing from our hearts, developing the expression of our “innermost sound.”

Beverley Brown 01953 454627 email beverley.8@btinternet.com Next meeting Tuesday 7th December.

Activity Grant Have you got an idea for a new activity

The Children’s Society Coffee Morning The Children’s Society is holding a coffee morning on December 11th 2010 at St Mary’s Church Hall, Attleborough from 10am-11.30am.

There will be a selection of Jams, Cakes, Produce, Plants, Christmas items, Crafts and Bric a Brac for sale and join us for

our Grand Raffle. We look forward to seeing you there!

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Church Services St Mary’s Church Attleborough 5th December

Advent Procession, 6.30pm.

11th December

St. Mary’s Church & Church Hall Children’s Christmas Workshop, 2-5pm.

17th December

‘Carols for All’ with the New Buckenham Silver Band and ‘Livewire’, 7.30pm.

19th December

Nine Lessons & Carols, 6.30pm.

Christmas Eve

The Blessing of the Crib, 4.30pm.

Midnight Mass, 11.30pm.

Christmas Day

Holy Communion (1662), 8.00am.

Family Eucharist, 10.00am.

St Mary’s Church Hall Christmas Day Lunch, 11am-3.30pm.

(Telephone 01953 456211 for more details).

Boxing Day

St. Mary’s Church Parish Eucharist, 3.00pm.

All Saints Church, Besthorpe 12th December Carols by Candlelight, 4.30pm.

Christmas Eve

Holy Communion with Carols, 7.30pm.

Attleborough Baptist Church 15th December

Christmas Carol Service especially for our Gateway Club friends, 5.30pm.

19th December

Christmas Special - a pre-Christmas gathering that will appeal to young and old alike, 10.30am.

Christmas Eve

A Christmas Mix - stories and carols by candlelight with refreshments (including mince and fruit pies, tea, coffee and soft drinks), 7pm.

Christmas Day

Christmas Day Reflection - a 45 minute opportunity to worship and reflect on the day when God became flesh and the world was never the same again, 10.30am.

Full details at www.attleboroughbaptistchurch.org

Attleborough Methodist Church 19th December

Candlelit Carol Service, 4pm.

Christmas Eve

Communion, 11.30pm.

Christmas Day

Family Celebration, 10.30am.

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Shropham Village Hall Christmas Craft Fayre on Saturday 4th December and Christmas Concert with local choir ‘Voices 9’ on Saturday 11th December.

Christmas Craft Fayre on Saturday 4th December from 10am to 2pm. A wide range of craftspeople will be showcasing their talents with many items suitable for Christmas presents.

Tea and coffee, cakes and light lunches will be available. Do come along for a very festive and enjoyable few hours. We still have space for craftspeople. If you would care for a table call Jacky on 01953 498389.

Christmas Concert with local choir, ‘Voices 9’. On Saturday 11th December from 7pm. There will a selection of carols and readings. Tickets are £5 and include refreshments. Tickets available from Jacky on 01953 498389 Fundraising is vital for the continuation of the Village Hall, I do hope you can help us out with insertion of these two listings, thank you so much in advance

What Does It Mean To You? From the pen of Malcolm Ryan, Pastor of Attleborough Baptist Church.

What does the message of Christmas mean to you? Do thoughts of the baby Jesus asleep in his mother’s arms come to mind? Or do you think about presents being opened and family and friends enjoying Christmas dinner together?

Christmas is a time for being together and demonstrating our love and care for one another. Yet we must never forget that it was God himself who first showed his love for us. And this hasn’t changed since his Son’s birth. God is still saying “I love you” to all who will listen.

Jesus Christ came to bring an eternal light to a darkened world and offer a message of hope and love that could never be silenced. He is God’s answer to hopelessness and emptiness. “In [Jesus] was life, and that life was the light of all people. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. He

came to that which was his own, but his own did not receive him. Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God” (John 1:4-5; 11-12).

The message of Christmas is all about God’s love given through the life of Jesus Christ. When applied to our lives it brings an opportunity for a new beginning, freedom from the grip of sin and the greatest sense of peace. To be sure, it’s a message of eternal love, and it’s one that never fails (1 Corinthians 13:7-8). It’s also one of reassurance. The young person who is feeling uncertain and insecure needs to know of God’s welcoming love.

The man or the woman who has lost a marriage partner needs to know that life is still worth living. And whatever your greatest longing, only God can satisfy the cries of your heart.

christmas in

Harleston & EYE

Harleston Probus Club Some thirty years ago Harleston Rotary created a new club for Harleston, to be called The Harleston & District Probus Club.

Why? Because there was a need for retired, or semi-retired people to have a forum where they could meet and chat to others of like background and interests, and have lunch, perhaps with a speaker, in an informal, non-political, nonsectarian, environment, or just to be in touch with fellow retirees.

We have now been enjoying these meetings, on the third Thursday of the month, for thirty years or so, usually

Church Services St John The Baptist - Harleston

with speakers, now at the Apollo Rooms in Harleston. Also, group visits are organised to theatres or other sites or venues of interest. Why not join us, meet friends, old or new, and enjoy a good meal, plus fellowship and good conversation.

If you are interested call our Secretary, John Collard, on 01379 676202. If you already know a member then have a chat with him.

5th December

Morning Worship with Wortwell Chapel, 10.00am.

12th December

Wortwell Praise at Wortwell Chapel, 6.00pm,

19th December

Holy Communion, 10.00am.

Christmas Eve

Carols by Candlelight, 6.00pm.

Christmas Day

Christmas Eucharist, 10.00am.

Boxing Day

Benefice Service Communion with carols.

Bumper Xmas Art Show Harleston Gallery Presents - Affordable Work by 40 Artists.

Finishes 24th Dec 2010.

Open Tuesday to Saturday 10am-3.30pm Harleston Gallery, 3 Old Market Place,

Harleston, Norfolk 01379 855366 Refreshments available.

Local Heroes Harleston Local heroes is a free programme of seminars and activities for people working in shops and services in Harleston and the surrounding area.

Local heroes will give you the tools, knowledge and motivation needed to benefit from tourism and increase visitor spend. The programme will culminate in a competition to win ÂŁ1,000; participants will be tested on their

customer service and local knowledge.

To book your place(s) telephone Sally Williams on 07889 173101 or e-mail sally@retailrevival.org.uk

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East Harling Youth At East Harling Church East Harling has a wonderful and vibrant youth and children’s section.

The young people are an integral part of the church and we value the fun and energy they bring to our worship. We try to help and guide them to find their own understanding of faith whilst also having fun.

There are numerous young peoples groups (Monday club, Sunday Club, Cross Roads,and Tuesday Club) which run a wide range of activities throughout the year. We have even managed to have a weekend away for the last couple of years. So if you want to have fun, explore

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faith or just belong with some great people come and join us.

For further details on Youth at East Harling Church or the Church itself please visit www.walkingwithyou.org.uk

The Utility Warehouse My name is Peter Ragg, I am your friendly local utility man, you cannot miss me, I have the yellow mini with the pink stickers on it.

I save you money on your utilities (home and mobile phone, broadband, gas and electricity) and at the same time I can show you how to get further CashBack on your high street and Internet shopping potentially saving you an additional 25% on your monthly utility bill. Including: M&S, Sainsbury’s, Asda, Argos, B&Q, Boots, Comet, H. Samuel and many more.

For your free, no obligation utility survey contact Peter Ragg on 01953 717729

News from across your region

St. Geroge’s Distillery Looking for a unique Christmas present.

England’s only single malt whisky is distilled at Roudham, just a mile from East Harling. St George’s Distillery is open to the public every day from 10am til 5:30pm and makes a great place to visit. A love of whisky is not essential as the distillery has a lovely little coffee shop and a gift shop that sells all sorts of things as well as whisky.

Once inside the beautiful building whisky lovers will be surprised to find not only English Whisky but over 200 other single malts from Scotch to Japanese.

If you have the time, why not do a guided tour of the distillery, great fun, informative and you get to taste some of the products. Those not into whisky can spend time browsing amongst the selection of clothing, glassware and food stuffs.

Jim Murray, whisky critic extraordinaire.

This is an amazing feat and makes the whisky comparable with soime of the world’s great tipples.

Don’t forget to have try the liqueurs and creams, also made with English Whisky at the distilleries free tasting bar.

More details can be found at www.englishwhisky.co.uk or give the distillery a call on 07836 235519.

Church Services East Harling Church 19th December Christmas Eve Christmas Day Boxing Day

Community Carol Service, 4pm.

Christingle Service, 4pm, & Midnight Mass, 11.15pm.

Family Communion, 10.30am.

Holy Communion, 9.45am.

Bridgham 17th December

Bridgham & Harling Band Concert in Bridgham Church, 7.30pm.

Larling 21st December

Candlelit Carol Service, 7.30pm.

Rushford 18th December

Traditional Service of Lessons and Carols, 6.00pm.

West Harling 12th December

Carol Concert - time to be confirmed, probably 3pm.

In Addition...

Father Christmas and the Field Marshall Few will be making their annual tour on Saturday 18th December starting at Church Road, East Harling at 10.45am, proceeding to the Christmas Tree in Market Street for carols and Father Christmas ‘goodies’ at 11.00am.

Any donations kindly given will go towards East Harling & District First Responders.

St Geroge’s distillery was founded in 2006 by the Nelstrop family, the result of a lifetime ambition of James Nelstrop.

Since opening the distillery has gone from strength to strength, with this year’s whisky being scored at 93.5 points out of a hundred by the legendary

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Buckenham & Banham Old Buckenham High School Old Buckenham High School has recently been designated as a Specialist Sports College.

Its reputation for providing high quality education in a happy and positive learning environment is coupled with the broad, balanced and challenging curriculum which meets the needs of all children. Its continuing outstanding examination results compare very favourably with all other high schools in Norfolk.

The school’s commitment is to enrich the lives of our students, to develop their social skills and to ensure the highest level of academic success. To recognise that every child has the right to be healthy, to be safe, to enjoy learning and to be empowered to become an active citizen in our society. Old Buckenham High School fully embrace’s the ‘Every Child Matters’ agenda. The school was designated a Specialist Sports College from September 2010. Its specialism in sport will put the school further at the heart

of the local community and will further enhance our successful partnership with our local family of Primary Schools. Preparation for the 2012 Olympics will play an exciting part in the school’s plans.

Old Buckenham, prides itself on the fact that it is a safe and happy school where students feel valued and where their achievements are recognised and rewarded. Students are proud to be members of the school and this is reflected in their actions, their work and their uniform. They aim to treat everyone fairly and to teach them how to face their future with confidence. Everyone who is part of the school community has a voice that is heard. Every member of our community is encouraged to develop and grow. Students are able to make a significant contribution to all aspects of school life, including working with Governors.

The school always welcome visitors and if you do visit you speak to the staff and students,

you will experience the true sense of togetherness that exists in the school.

Banham Community Centre The centre in Banham is for the use of the whole Community.

There’s something for everyone. Here are some examples: Mondays - badminton for the juniors at 6-00pm and then for adults at 8-30pm, All ages, all standards.

Tuesdays - aerobics exercise class at 7-30pm. Keep fit, get fit, pretend to get fit or just have a boogie in a leotard. This is followed by badminton at 8-30pm

and league dominoes in the club room (normally noisier than the live music!)

Wednesdays - Indoor Bowls Club and our darts league in the club room.

Thursdays - more badminton and our ace pool league in the club bar (pool that is, not badders).

Fridays - we have regular live music in the club room. Come and have a look at some great artists.

Saturdays - many activities going on throughout the year in the club room and bands, gigs and more in the main hall.

Brilliant live music.

Sundays - squeeze out the last drops of the weekend with some badminton or chill out and get ready for the Monday onslaught.

Every night and Saturday lunchtime, the club bar is open from 7-11pm (1030pm on a Sunday), serving a great range beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks.

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Pets & Equestrian Dogs Trust Snetterton Boxing Day Sponsored Walk Dogs Trust is continuously working towards the day when all dogs can enjoy a happy life, free from the threat of unnecessary destruction. To help achieve this aim Dogs Trust Snetterton holds an annual Boxing Day sponsored walk.

The walk starts from the rehoming centre at 10.30am and covers approximately four and a half miles. It is open to all two and four legged friends and some of the Rehoming Centre dogs are also available for walkers who would like to join in but don’t have a dog of their own to bring – walkers will need to book early if they want to walk a centre dog.

Hot drinks and mince pies are served after the walk and, of course, everyone who completes the walk will receive a certificate to show to their sponsors. There will also be a fun doggie tombola, so your four

legged chum could be going home with an extra Christmas present! This year, courtesy of World Horse Welfare, the walk is taking a slightly different route but staff at Dogs Trust are sure it will be just as much fun as always. If you would like to help raise a record amount of money and help save even more dogs in the future then Dogs Trust would dearly love to welcome you to the Rehoming Centre on Boxing Day morning.

To register for the walk or put your name down to walk a bouncy, eager Dogs Trust Rehoming Centre dog then please call 01953 498377.

Uplands Way Vets Christmas is coming so please remember that chocolate is poison to dogs if eaten.

The poisonous ingredient in chocolate originates from the cocoa bean and is called Theobromine. A dog’s metabolism cannot cope with these toxins. It only takes a small amount of dark chocolate to lead to serious problems. If eaten, it can cause dogs to become very unwell and in more severe cases can lead to death. Raisins and grapes are also poisonous to cat and dogs, so no Christmas pudding either! If you are concerned that your dog or cat may have eaten any of these food types, then please contact us as soon as possible.

Uplands Way Vets Ltd is a mixed practice catering for all your domesticated pets, horses, farm animals and exotics. We are the vets of choice for Banham Zoo, Africa Alive, Dinosaur Park, Swallow Aquatics and the World Horse Welfare. For more information

please look at our website www.uplandswayvets.co.uk Uplands Way Vets are pleased to announce the start of Pet Health Clinics at all three of our branches. Our specially trained veterinary nurses, “Pet Health Counselors” can help you with the day-to-day health and welfare of your pet, including advice on weight control, behavior and performing micro-chipping, post operative checks and nail clipping. Our P.H.C.’s also run evening Puppy Parties at the Stanton and Attleborough branches.

These socialization classes for young puppies introduce owners to lots of topics including basic training and are lots of fun.

For more information please call and book an appointment with Lynsey or Kelly on 01379 642865 or 01953 454945.

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Pets & Equestrian A PACT Between People And Animals

Handsome Hooch Is Hungry For A Loving Home

The PACT Animal Sanctuary based at Woodrising near Hingham care for over 600 animals of all species: from hamsters to horse and budgies to peacocks.

Dogs Trust Snetterton rehoming appeal

PACT rescues, rehabilitates and rehomes after home checks, where possible, all species seeking help. PACT rescues injured wildlife and fledglings and if they cannot be released, they live the rest of their lives in a secure wildlife site at the sanctuary.

Where possible all cats, dogs and rabbits are neutered before leaving the sanctuary, in the fully equipped veterinary unit on site, by a visiting vet assisted by the PACT full time veterinary nurse. PACT also works closely with local schools and social agencies to provide work experience and animal therapy for many people. There is a dedicated

therapy centre at the sanctuary where people can interact with the animals.

Since the recession started PACT have struggled to raise the £600 every day which is needed to care for the animals.

Donations are down 40% and unwanted animals up by 50%. Everybody it seems wants to give up their animals and PACT, as all other rescue centres, are full to overflowing.

PLEASE help by sending a generous donation and receive regular newsletters from the sanctuary.

Visit www.pactsanctuary.org or phone 01362 820775.

who have experience of caring for large breeds of dog. Hooch loves ‘clowning around’ and being made a fuss of - he needs confident, calm handlers who can continue his training and help him settle in.”

Meet Hooch – a handsome one-yearold Boxer who can’t wait to leap into a new home.

Dogs Trust Snetterton Supporter Relations Officer, Barbara Emons says: “Hooch is a loveable bundle of energy and would be suited to new owners

Barbara adds: “With time, space and regular exercise Hooch will make a super companion for someone who isn’t house proud! He loves to be a part of the action and could happily live with older teenage children. He mixes well with other dogs but would be best suited to being the only dog in the home.”

If you think you could offer this beautiful boy a home, or would like to find out more about rehoming a rescue dog, please call the Dogs Trust Snetterton Rehoming Centre on 01953 498 377 or visit the centre between 12.00 midday and 4.00pm (any day except Mondays when the centre is closed).

For further information please visit www.dogstrust.org.uk.

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CHRISTMAS Health, beauty & wellbeing Mick Glynn’s Health And Fitness

Camberwell Dental Practice

Detox, well everyone’s doing it and I think there’s no better time to get your system cleansed before you unload all that Christmas stodge on the unsuspecting bowel.

Camberwell Dental Practice was established and has served the community since 1987.

The following detox can be used prior and post Christmas. There’s no real science to being good to yourself, your just giving your body what it needs and nothing else. Your body craves nutrition so that’s what we’ll do provide the body with nutrients.

Top Detox Foods • Fruit and Vegetables • Water • Raw Food/ Sprouts/Greens • Fruits, veggies, whole grains and seeds Organic foods when possible.

Try for 3-4 days, some may get headaches which are normally associated with withdrawal symptoms to chocolate or coffee (caffeine), alcohol etc. The body stores foreign substances and toxins in it’s fatty deposits, so, in many cases, people may be carrying upto 10 or more pounds (4.5kg) of unhealthy mucus-harbouring toxic waste.

Ever wondered why your tired, have PMS, digestive disorders, headaches, joint pains, bad breath, allergies, constipation, poor memory, depression, insomnia, excess weight and so on.

For a time, your body will struggle to protect itself from noxious toxins by trapping them in a ball of mucus or fat so that they are impeded from triggering adverse immune reactions. But this will only last temporarily. Before long, the toxins will seep into the blood stream and into the cell membranes, disturbing metabolic functions.

Foods To Avoid • Sugar • Fried Foods • Dairy • Alcohol • Caffeine

In 2009, the Practice was taken over by Mr Alek Missankov who graduated in 1997 from Johannesburg, South Africa. Alek has worked in the UK since 1997 in London and Hampshire. He is married and has three children.

Please feel free to contact our friendly staff for an appointment on Tel:01379 652 580.

Alek has a particular interest in Endodontics (advanced root canal systems) and cosmetic dentistry including beautiful white fillings, cosmetic crowns and veneers.

The practice was renovated in 2009 to a high standard and is served by excellent staff who will be pleased to help with any dental treatment information you may require.

Good luck for the rest of the year and may I wish all the readers a very Merry Christmas and a very healthy New Year.

If you would like more information about exercise classes, Gym Membership or Personal Training please don’t hesitate to contact MG Fitness on 07879 455966 or visit our web site on www.mickglynn.co.uk or www.mgfitnessstudio.co.uk The only number you’ll need for a healthier, fitter, lifestyle and body

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CHRISTMAS Health, beauty & wellbeing Introducing Parisa...

Beauty Tips

Want to look and feel younger, fresher, rejuvenated for Christmas and the New Year?

Follow the tips below to ensure that you look amazing at all the Christmas parties this year. The right hair products vary from person to person, and what works for some people won’t work for others. If you’re looking for a change of hair style, or want to try some new hair products, then why not choose the Christmas Party season to experiment? There are plenty of salon quality products available now to get your hair in the best condition.

Known as Dr Ghanbari to her patients, Parisa decided to branch out from Primary Care and offer her services in facial rejuvenation techniques.

help clients feel good about themselves – so many of my patients would say to me ‘Growing Old is a terrible thing!’

– well, here is a way to slow it down!...

Offering clients tailor made treatments to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles using Botox injections and semi-permanent dermal fillers containing hyaluronic acid – we catch up with her to find out more...

How do the wrinkle reducing injections work?

I offer treatments to reduce the appearance of wrinkles using Botulinum Toxin injections – this is a chemical used frequently in medicine to effectively and safely treat a variety of conditions from cerebral palsy muscle spasticity to unstable bladders! It is particularly effective at paralysing certain facial muscles thus reducing the development of wrinkles especially in the forehead and crow’s feet area of the face. Botox injections take around two weeks to take effect and the results last for around three months. I also

What made you go into private practice offering facial rejuvenation techniques?

I work as a General Practitioner in a busy Norfolk surgery and no two days are the same – I see a variety of medical problems and get to meet people from all walks of life – I love it but I felt I wanted to do that bit more to

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use semi-permanent dermal fillers containing hyaluronic acid which is the body’s natural ‘skin plumper’ – these can be used to fill out wrinkles around the face and also to give lips a natural fuller appearance – the results of these fillers are instant and last for 6-12 months – a good investment!

If you would like to find out more and meet Dr Ghanbari for a free consultation please contact: Salon Gloss, Market Green, Wymondham, Tel: 01953 600111.

Or Creations Salon, High Street, Attleborough, Tel: 01953 457744.

Skin care is important as the days get colder. Making sure that your skin is well looked after, and that you are getting enough sleep. Drinking enough water and eating the right food is vital as well, however the Christmas party season makes this much harder! A good cleansing and toning routine will help to keep your skin in perfect condition at this time of year.

CARING FOR THE ELDERLY A Golden Age For Breckland Breckland’s first ever event for older residents, the ‘Golden Age Fair’ has been heralded a great success, with enthusiastic visitors saying they found masses of useful information and advice.

Above: Joining members is Marion Chapman-Allen’s grandson Maxwell Pickering, 3 (if you can spot him).

The aim of the Fair was to provide a one stop information shop to help older people understand what is available to them, stay fit, safe and independent for longer.

Over 20 organisations such as St John’s Ambulance, Age Concern and Walking for Health had stands at the Fair held at East Harling Old School Hall. All were keen to speak directly with older people and let them know what help and support is available to them.

Lynda Turner, Breckland Council Executive Support Member for Communities and Benefits said that the event had proved valuable: “For a very small outlay, the benefits of such an event are really worthwhile. Representatives from the Pension Services and Anglia Revenues Partnership said that a number of people had benefited from talking to them and some had found out about benefits

NBR Scooter Brokers NBR Scooter Brokers is a family run business which prides itself on their commitment to their customers (existing and new!!)

Their main objective is to provide impartial advice together with a friendly and efficient service!!

they may be entitled to. A vast range of information and advice was available and the wonderful teas and cakes provided by the East Harling WI were a bonus!”

They offer the service of a free, no obligation, home demonstration for all of their products to ensure they are suitable for your needs.

Shirley Green, President of East Harling WI said:“I have found it very interesting and bought a personal handbag alarm.

I have learned about hearing aid entitlements, had my blood pressure taken and talked to St John Ambulance about them giving a talk to the WI. I got a free bag and light bulb and found the whole event very friendly and enjoyable”.

Whilst their core business is the supply of new mobility scooters, they also have a selection of pre-owned scooters as they offer a part exchange service.

The afternoon was organised

by Breckland Council as a pilot and its success may pave the way for future similar events throughout the district.

• Adjustable beds • Bathlifts • 3 & 4 wheel walkers • Attendant and self propelled wheelchairs Apart from selling, they also offer a hire service, together with repairs, servicing and insurance work.

NBR scooter brokers are accredited with Norfolk trusted traders which is organised by Norfolk County Council.

In addition to mobility scooters, they can also supply the following: • Stairlifts • Powered wheelchairs • Powerchairs • Rise & recline armchairs

Above: Norfolk Trusted Trader...

Adrian Stasiak with Stephen Maunder, Education Officer Norfolk County Council Trading Standards.

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CARING FOR THE ELDERLY This Winter Make South Norfolk Mobility Sure You Are Safe...

One of our electric rise and recline chairs could be the answer to ensure comfort, as we spend longer evenings by the fireside.

From fire in your home by following these simple fire safety measures.

• Never leave candles unattended, always remember to extinguish them before you go to sleep and always make sure candles are standing up straight and fixed firmly in an appropriate holder.

• Switch heaters off if you are not in the room and when you go to bed, don’t place them near materials that could catch light.

• Keep all flammables away from the cooker & if you use a chip pan consider changing this for a deep fat fryer.

• Have your chimney swept before use.

• Have your electric blanket checked.

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• Keep all matches and lighters out of sight and reach of children.

A thatched roof is always at risk from fire. Once a fire has taken hold in a thatch it will spread rapidly.

For more information about how to avoid a fire in your property, especially if it is thatched, please see our website www.norfolkfireservice.gov.uk.

We also offer free Home Fire Risk Checks and also smoke alarm fitting for those most at risk, just call free on 0800 9178137 to request your free visit.

Here at SNMC we stock chairs from six of the leading manufacturers, so that you have a wide variety of styles and prices to choose from.

Take a look at our chairs on our website www.southnorfolkmobilitycentre.co.uk

Starting at £495.00 for a chair able to take a user’s weight up to 18 stone, these chairs help you to get seated by raising to an almost standing position, before gently lowering you down.

We look forward to seeing you...

You can then recline, with your legs gently supported and elevated - which can greatly aid circulation.

Or call in at our showroom where you can try one for yourself.

Brooklyn House Brooklyn House is just one of Caring Homes’ highly acclaimed modern purpose-built care homes.

Our dedicated multi-disciplinary team is on call 24-hours a day and pride themselves on the high-quality care they offer. Our key focus is to provide a safe, homely and supported environment based on a positive, person-centred approach.

The majority of the rooms have en-suite facilities and all of them have a ‘nurse call’ system and television point. Each en-suite has a shower/wet room which is ideal for people with mobility issues and there are assisted baths throughout the building so everyone can enjoy a choice of bath or shower.

Specifically designed to care for elderly residents, Brooklyn House is equipped with every modern facility to ensure high standards of comfort. The landscaped gardens and patio areas are an additional venue for outdoor activities, such as sensory therapy, and are a calm and beautiful place just to relax in.

Brooklyn House has a new sun room which enhances the communal accommodation and gives the residents an additional choice for somewhere to spend the day.

The home’s central position means it is ideally suited for local amenities and public transport links.

We pride ourselves on our ability to provide superior palliative care, offering 24-hour care to residents with serious illnesses to relieve their suffering and improve their quality of life, giving comfort to them and their families. Every resident is given a comprehensive, individual care plan, whether they are staying for a period of convalescence or are permanent residents.

We also welcome visitors for a short respite, to simply enjoy a break or holiday at Brooklyn House.

We place a high emphasis on dining at Brooklyn House, serving traditional cooking and offering a varied choice at every meal. Our fully qualified chef carefully plans the menus to make sure all the meals are nutritionally balanced.

We are very happy to cater for special diets and individual preferences and, as well as breakfast, lunch and supper, hot and cold drinks and a range of snacks are available throughout the day.

Brooklyn House’s dedicated Activities Co-ordinator ensures there is always something going on so residents can enjoy a full and interesting lifestyle and continue with their hobbies. Our active residents’ and relatives’ committee plays a key part in helping to develop new ideas and suggestions as to how Brooklyn House is run and the type of services available. Residents can also take advantage of the home’s close links to various local groups.

For more information, to request a brochure or to arrange a visit, please contact Brooklyn House on 0808 166 1347 or visit the website at www.caringhomes.org

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Prepare For Winter Wind and rain, ice and snow - winter can throw the very worst at us. So to help you prepare for travel this season, here’s some helpful advice from the Highways Agency.

For A Smoother Journey Check Your Vehicle Is Ready For Winter Regularly servicing and checking your vehicle is in good running order before setting out, will reduce your chances of breaking down on the road. It’s worth making these checks regularly - and particularly before a long journey: • Check and replace the anti-freeze in the radiator

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• Make sure your lights are clean and check the bulbs • Replace the battery if it’s not reliable • Ensure your tyres are correctly inflated and replace them if the tread has reached the legal minimum.

Be A Smarter Driver - Check Traffic And Weather Updates Before you set off it’s worth taking a few

minutes to make sure that there aren’t any problems on your intended route. You can check for live updates as you travel too - but remember not to use your phone while driving.

• Visit www.highways.gov.uk/traffic/ traffic.aspx • Check the weather at www.metoffice.gov.uk

• Call the Highways Agency information line on 0300 123 5000 • Tune into DAB Traffic Radio Remember to take regular breaks from driving - tiredness and loss of concentration are major contributing factors to road accidents.

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Don’t Drink And Drive This Christmas!

If you drive at twice the legal alcohol limit you are at least 30 times more likely to cause a road crash, than a driver who hasn’t been drinking.

Any amount of alcohol affects your ability to drive. There is no foolproof way of drinking and staying under the limit, or of knowing how much an individual person can drink and still drive safely.

Each Person’s Tolerance To Alcohol Depends On A Range Of Factors Including: • Weight • Gender • Age • Metabolism • Current stress levels • Whether they have eaten recently • Amount of alcohol So the only safe option is not to drink alcohol if you plan to drive, and never offer an alcoholic drink to someone else who is intending to drive.

THINK! strategy for drink driving The THINK! strategy for drink driving is to remind all drivers of the personal consequences of drink driving, and that a drink driving conviction can ruin your life.

The campaigns focus on the ‘moment of doubt’ around the second pint, when drivers are considering whether or not to have another drink. THINK! runs two

major drink drive campaigns every year, one in the summer and one at Christmas, using a variety of media including TV, radio, posters in pub washrooms, national press and online.

The Campaigns Aim To: • Increase awareness of the personal consequences of a drink driving conviction • Encourage the belief that 1 or 2 drinks before driving is too many and not worth the risk • Reinforce and build the social stigma around drink driving The current campaigns target 1-3 pint drink drivers, not ‘drunk drivers’, with a particular focus on young men aged 17-29 years old. They don’t focus on the increased risk of a crash, as our research has found that young men believe: • A crash is unlikely after 1 or 2 drinks • Drink drive ads showing a crash are not relevant to them but to people who drive when drunk • They’re more likely to be over the limit and caught after 1 or 2 drinks

Take A Different Way Home If you’ve been drinking, it’s better not to drive. There are plenty of alternative ways to get home - you could: • Book a taxi • Use public transport • Stay overnight • Arrange a lift with someone who isn’t drinking Sobering-Up Tricks Do Not Work Coffee and cold showers the morning after a night out don’t help you sober up.

Time is the only way to get the alcohol out of your system and you could still be over the legal limit many hours after drinking.

Drink Driving And The Law The legal consequences of a drink driving conviction are severe and long-lasting.

Driving Or Attempting To Drive While Above The Legal Limit Or Unfit Through Drink = 6 months’ imprisonment, together with a fine of up to £5,000 and disqualification from driving for at least 12 months (3 years if convicted twice in 10 years).

Being In Charge Of A Vehicle Whilst Above The Legal Limit Or Unfit Through Drink = 3 months’ imprisonment, a fine of up to £2,500 and discretionary disqualification from driving.

Refusing To Provide A Specimen Of Breath, Blood Or Urine For Analysis = 6 months’ imprisonment, together with a fine of up to £5,000 and disqualification from driving for at least 12 months.

Causing Death By Careless Driving When Under The Influence Of Drink Or Drugs = 14 years’ imprisonment, together with an unlimited fine, disqualification from driving for at least 2 years and a mandatory extended driving test.

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