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DISS TOWN GUIDE 2010 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2012 (21st Edition)

Committee Basil Abbott (Editor) Mike Bardwell Roland Buggey (Maps) Keith Rackham

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The Official Guide to Diss INTRODUCTION Foreword. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 History. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 LOCAL SERVICES Local Government. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Emergency Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Other Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Additional Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Health, Welfare & Social Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Voluntary Welfare Organisations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 RECREATION Arts, Crafts & Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Political Parties. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Youth Activities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Clubs & Societies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Education Schools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Pre-School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Adult Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 RELIGION Churches & Religious Groups. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Sports & Games Clubs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

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Introduction Foreword Diss was recently named as one of the top 10 destinations for ‘down-sizing’ city dwellers. Four of the 10, including Diss, were Cittaslow towns, embracing the slow food and quality of life ideals begun in Italy.

There have been festivals galore in the past few years, celebrating food, books, beer, local history and popular music, while the carnival has been successfully revived. New cafes have sprung up. The Film Society thrives. The Corn Hall is being re-invented as an arts venue, with entertainment for every taste. The Town Council, Cittaslow committee and Diss Community Partnership work tirelessly on behalf of the people. Many of the societies do good charity work At the same time we have seen the disappearance of many well-known shops, including: Castle Fruit, two wine shops, Siddalls shoe shop, Amity Florists, Revolution Records, the China Cabinet, Woolworths, Pestells the hairdressers, Blue Moon, Albrights in its ironmonger form and others.

The economic drift is towards the southern part of the town, with empty premises appearing almost weekly in the northern part. The Corn Hall project is important in bringing life back to that area. The church, post office, library, museum and market help to ensure that it does not become a ghost town.

The public houses and restaurants also attract people to the vicinity.

The Diss Town Guide, the 21st in its present form, tries to reflect the whole diversity of the place, giving an impression of what it is like to be here, as well as being packed with information.

Some local history is included, with Ethel Le Neve’s involvement in the Crippen murder of 1910 and the bi-centenary in 2011 of Thomas Manning’s journey across the Himalayas to meet the Dalai Lama.

Otherwise, every local service, school, church, club and society is mentioned, with brief descriptions and contact details.

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Crippen’s Mistress In 1910 Hawley Harvey Crippen was hanged for poisoning his wife and burying her mutilated remains in the cellar. He then made off across the Atlantic with his mistress, Ethel Le Neve, dressed as a boy.

Most people know of Crippen; but few people know that Ethel came from Diss. She was born in 1883 in a cottage which still stands, much altered, in Bryar’s Lane, off Victoria Road. She was baptized in Diss church by the Revd. C.R. Manning and was one of the children of Walter and Clara Neave. (The Le Neve was a later addition of her own.) Her father worked as a railway clerk. Ethel was a tomboy and liked climbing trees, playing leapfrog and dressing as a boy, something prophetic of her later life. She had a frog foot deformity and suffered in learning to walk properly. She lived in Diss until she was about seven.

By her twenties we find her working as typist in London. She was something of a hypochondriac and, because of her habitual response to being asked how she was, earned the nickname ‘Not Very Well Thank You’.

Her health and general well-being improved greatly when the unhappily married and henpecked Crippen started taking an interest in her. He was an American medical man from Michigan and came to manage the firm where she worked.

Ethel became his mistress. Crippen’s wife was of Polish, German and Russian extraction but called herself Cora or Belle Elmore. This was her stage name as a would-be music hall artiste. She took lovers and gave Crippen a hard time at home. At some point, it is said, he poisoned her, cut up her body and buried her in the cellar.

He then moved Ethel in, causing much gossip. The police were notified and interviewed Crippen. At first he said his wife had died in America, then that she had left him.

All might have been well if he had stayed put. But he and Ethel took a boat to Antwerp and then to Canada. Returning to the house, the police found that they had gone. Human remains were found in the cellar.

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The fugitives’ flight was headline news when Captain Kendall of the Montrose became suspicious of ’Mr. and Master Robinson’. He sent a message to London, making history as the first time a criminal had been apprehended using wireless.

A detective boarded a faster ship, Crippen was arrested, tried and hanged.

Ethel was tried as an accessory after the fact but acquitted.

How much she knew we will never know. But the whole case has taken on an even greater fascination since DNA has shown that the remains in the cellar were not Cora Crippen.

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Friends In High Places Linguist, mathematician, intrepid traveller, Thomas Manning was a remarkable man.

He was the son of the first of the dynasty of Manning rectors, who ran Diss church for 138 years. From the time of the American War of Independence to the First World War, four Mannings held the living, one after the other.

Being in a school play about the Orient may have inspired Thomas to devote his life to studying Chinese, with dreams of going there. There was no way of studying Chinese at Cambridge University where he was a student. So he went to Paris. There he was so highly regarded that, when we went to war with France, Manningâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exit visa was personally signed by Napoleon. Essayist Charles Lamb was among Manningâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s many distinguished friends.

He went to India, hoping to go on from there to Peking, but was thwarted by red tape and lack of help from the British government. So, in 1811, he set off, with just a manservant, across the Himalayas. His journal is not a classic of travel literature, making little of the wonderful vistas he must have seen. But he certainly got cold, wet and flea-ridden.

He never reached Peking; but he was the first European to reach the fabled city of Lhasa in Tibet. There, on the roof of the world, at the magical Potala Palace, he met the Dalai Lama, a seven year old lad. The little boy was fascinated by the Englishman with the long, black beard.

Manning would survive a shipwreck before coming back to England.

His exploits were unknown until his journal was discovered many years later Former solicitor Robert Manning, who still lives in Diss, is a direct descendant of Thomas Manning.

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Local Government Diss Town Council Diss Town Council is the most local tier of Local Government which provides services for the residents of Diss and surrounding areas, with a catchment area of between 20,000 – 50,000 population.

Diss is a thriving market town with a bustling market every Friday, a Farmers’ Market on the second Saturday in the month, flea markets and antique fairs. It also has an auction house and a unique selection of independent shops in our hidden shopping courtyards – all complemented by our unique Mere, a four acre lake in the centre of the town, bordered by the Park.

13 elected members make up the Town Council, led by the Town Mayor, administered by the Town Clerk. The Town Council meets in the Council Chamber at the Corn Hall on the third Wednesday every two months. It operates a number of committees to oversee its many responsibilities.

One of the Town Council’s roles is to lobby the District Council, County Council and central Government to endeavour to achieve a high level of service from these authorities relevant to the needs of local people.

It also has responsibility for the majority of public spaces in the town, including the Park, the Mere, the Market Place, the Corn Hall, the Cemetery, St. Mary’s Churchyard, Fair Green, Rectory Meadow and the Sports Ground, among others.

The Town Council also runs the Council Information Centre, a one-stop shop for all issues relating to the three tiers of Local Government – Town Council, District Council and County Council. Council office hours are 9.30am to 4.00pm Monday, Wednesday and Friday and 9.30am to 3.00pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

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In July 2009 the Town Council was accredited as a Quality Council by the National Association of Local Councils. This demonstrates that the Town Council is considered to be professionally run and managed and increases its profile with the higher tier authorities. As a Quality Council Diss could take on additional responsibilities if it is considered that this will be of benefit to the town.

The Town Council’s website provides a wealth of local information, news, events, facilities and useful links, as well as an opportunity to Have Your Say – www.diss.gov.uk Contact the Council Offices at 11-12 Market Hill, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4JZ. Tel/Fax: 643848. Email: towncouncil@diss.gov.uk

Norfolk County Council Norfolk County Council is a top rated, 4 star local authority. County Hall is in Martineau Lane, Norwich, but it operates from many offices across the county. NCC has responsibility for all the major services within the county including education, social services, economic development, the fire service, trading standards, highways and road maintenance. It also works with a wide variety of other partners, for instance the NHS, to ensure the needs of all its residents are met.

Your local County Councillor is Mrs Jenny Chamberlin, who can be contacted on (01379) 642740 or email jennifer.chamberlin@norfolk.gov.uk or web http://jennychamberlin.wordpress.com

South Norfolk Council South Norfolk is a growing district with an ambitious district council and a hard-working people to match.

It is home to world-class concerns and business sites like the Norwich Research Park, Group Lotus, Hethel Engineering Centre, the University of East Anglia and one of the country’s top-performing hospitals - the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital Trust.

Indeed, Lotus just recently announced plans to restart its Formula One racing team...and have picked South Norfolk as its future base, with all that means for jobs and wealth in the local community. The world-renowned Genome Analysis Centre has also chosen to base itself at the Research Park.

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Norwich, the Broads, the coast and stunning Waveney Valley are close by, and the villages and market towns, particularly Diss, are bustling and beautiful places to visit and stay. Diss is growing with new affordable housing, and visionary plans for great new amenities just south of the town centre.

Transport links from the district to London and elsewhere are strong, with top performing schools nearby, popular leisure facilities, good local affordable housing and thriving small to medium sized businesses. These are surviving and even thriving despite one of the worst recessions in living memory.

Unemployment may have risen steeply, but it is still well below the national average.

South Norfolk people live longer are generally healthy, robust, self-reliant and positive. They are recognised as among the best and most generous volunteers at local sports and leisure clubs.

In a recent survey of areas across England, people in South Norfolk were questioned alongside thousands of others. The district scored strongly, and in some areas among the best in England, for people treating each other with respect, for a strong sense of belonging, and for the opportunity to influence local decisions. They were overwhelmingly satisfied with the area.

South Norfolk Council leads and promotes this great community. It tries to be innovative, creative and flexible in the way it changes to anticipate local needs. It has huge pride in the place and in the Council and is committed to improving the quality of life in the district.

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The Council also prides itself on being responsive and accountable, trying to communicate clearly and openly about its decisions and actions, and the reasons for them. It prides itself on asking people what they want and need, in listening to what they say, and delivering for them. In the end, the Council also believes in respecting people and putting them at the heart of what it does.

For the full range of South Norfolk Council services, people can visit the website at www.south-norfolk.gov.uk. Or they can read more in the Council's magazine, The Link, which is published three times a year and features news from and by the community.

South Norfolk Council hopes you enjoy this excellent guide and that it inspires you to come to South Norfolk and Diss more often.

Frenze Beck Frenze Beck is a superb habitat for some of South Norfolkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most important species and can be found on the western bank of the River Frenze on the outskirts of Diss. The 1.5 hectares of reedbeds and ponds, with broadleaf trees, hedgerows and scrub zones was created in 2003 and is managed by South Norfolk Council.

Boardwalks, bridges and viewing screens make it easy for visitors to catch glimpses of the many species attracted to the site, including Barn Owls, Reed Warblers, otters and field voles. During the summer many dragonflies can be seen darting around the pond catching small insects.

This beautiful wetland paradise is popular with families, school children and visitors and provides the perfect environment to see a wide range of wildlife in its natural surroundings.

Honoured Citizens of Diss Charles Gardener (1994), Henry Judd (1995), Arthur Wood JP (1996), David Bell & Reginald Wright (1998), Gladys Hancock (1999), Jack Lee (2000), Denis Clarke (2001), The Revd. Ben Sasada (2002), Geoffrey Tebble (2004), Francis Bradley (2005), Michael Booty (2006), Clifford Bird & Stuart Ballantyne (2007), Sue Brazier (2008), Basil Abbott (2009).

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Honorary Junior Citizens Laura Turner (2002), Jonathan Chambers & Claire Rogers (2007), Alice Baillie (2008), Jordan Longshaw, Robin Lemon, Archie Hewitt, Alfie Hewitt (2009).

Honorary Alderman Cyril Grace (2005)

Emergency Services Diss Ambulance Service The Ambulance Service is based in Owen Road on the Vinces Road Industrial Estate. It is manned 24 hours a day on a rota system. The managers head a team of highly skilled personnel, including ambulance paramedics and technicians, who serve an area of about 465 square miles in South Norfolk and North Suffolk. It is equipped with first line and rapid response vehicles, kitted out with the latest resuscitation instruments, as well as two Patient Transport Service ambulances. The East of England Ambulance NHS Trust, of which Diss is a part, has headquarters at Hellesdon, Norwich, where control co-ordinates requests from patients, doctors and others who have emergency requirements. Tel: (01603) 424255.

Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service (Diss) Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service is divided into three areas. These are then sub-divided into smaller clusters and Diss is part of cluster 2 in Central area. The Station Manager is Jim Belcher who is based at Bethel Street Fire Station Norwich.

Diss Fire Station is in Park Road and has a staff of 20 retained personnel. The Officer in charge is Watch Manager Karl Hain.

Training takes place every Wednesday evening and at any other time deemed necessary.

Retained personnel have a primary employment elsewhere but are highly trained and carry a pager by which they are alerted and report to the station within minutes. The average turnout time is between 2 and 4 minutes. Diss attends on average 250 calls a year.

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Based at the station are 2 fire engines. These are a Water Tender Ladder and a Rescue Pump. The Rescue Pump carries similar equipment to the Water Tender Ladder for dealing with fires, flooding and hazardous materials incidents but carries more specialised equipment for dealing with Road Traffic Collisions.

This includes air bags for lifting, a winch for pulling and powerful cutting and spreading tools (jaws of life) for dismantling vehicles.

Diss is also a core station in Norfolk involved in the National Resilience program put together by the Government after the 9/11 attacks in New York. In the event of a major terrorist CBRN (chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear) attack on the country, the Incident Response Unit from Hethersett along with the core stations could be mobilised to any part of the country for the purpose of ‘Mass Decontamination’ of the general public.

Attached to the station are the Diss Fire Cadets aged from 13 to 18. They meet every Tuesday for training and also take part in community activities.

The cadet leaders are Crew Manager Mark Waterfield and Fire-fighter Paul Leeder.

Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service is committed to making Norfolk safer and currently offers free ‘Home Fire Risk Checks’ where by a member of the service will call to your home by appointment and offer fire safety advice and if necessary fit free smoke alarms. To make an appointment call 0800 9178137, email: homesafety@fire.norfolk.gov.uk or visit the website: www.norfolkfireservice.gov.uk

Diss Police Station The Public Enquiry Office is open: Monday-Thursday: 8.30am-4.30pm and Friday: 8.30am-4pm.

Outside the opening hours of the Public Enquiry Office there are police officers on patrol across the neighbourhood, please use the external telephone at the police station.

Diss has 24/7 police cover with response officers working closely with the Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) to tackle crime. The NPT deals with local crime and works in partnership with communities and other agencies to understand and address local problems.

Inspector Stuart Chapman, leads Diss NPT. His dedicated team of officers encompasses 1 Sergeant, 4 Police Constables and 4 Police Community Support Officers.

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The Diss NPT is responsible for Diss and the surrounding villages of Bressingham, Tivetshall St Mary, Tivetshall St Margaret, Winfarthing, Dickleburgh, Rushall, Scole, Roydon, Billingford, Burston, Fersfield and Stuston.

To contact Diss NPT call 0845 456 4567, email sntdiss@norfolk.pnn.police.uk or visit their page at www.norfolk.police.uk. In an emergency call 999.

Other Services Diss Business Forum The Diss Business Forum promotes the prosperity and growth of Diss & District by providing information, networking, events and interaction to enable businesses to prosper. Members are kept informed of events and items which may affect them and their businesses â&#x20AC;&#x201C; such as planning and development issues. Guest speakers address the meetings on a variety of topics of interest to professional business people. Chair: Tim Mulley. Tel: 643444, Treasurer & Membership Brian Bale Tel: (01986) 873163. Email: info@dbf.org.uk

Cittaslow Diss Cittaslow (Slow City or town), formed in Italy in 1999, has its origins in the Slow Food movement which was formed to counteract fast food restaurants. Cittaslow aims to preserve and enhance the traditional way of life and the unique character of market towns. Diss Town Council together with the Diss Community Partnership participated in a pilot study on Cittaslow carried out in 2005 by the East of England Development Agency.

Following Aylsham, in March 2006 Diss was awarded Cittaslow status by the Board of Cittaslow UK. Diss Cittaslow is managed by a committee, which is led

by Diss Town Council. This committee is made up in a similar way to the South Norfolk Alliance in that its members include not only town councillors, but also representatives of South Norfolk Council and community organizations, including the Diss Community Partnership and Diss Business Forum.

Promotion and support for Cittaslow is incorporated in the South Norfolk Community Strategy 2007. Funding has been obtained from the EU led Leader+ programme for projects to maintain and improve the attractiveness of Diss as a market town by attracting tourists and supporting local business and promoting employment. Contact: Tony Palmer, Diss Town Council Offices. Tel: 643848.

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Diss Community Partnership Diss Community Partnership (DCP) has only one purpose: to improve, in all possible ways, the quality of life of everyone who lives in or around the town.

The partnership is a membership organisation and tries to promote the ideas and interests of local people. It is bottom up rather than top down. Launched in 2002, and originally called the Diss and District Development Partnership, DCP works together with statutory, voluntary and community bodies within the town. It is legally recognised as a “Community Interest Company”, and it is registered as such at Companies House.

The partnership has no religious or political axes to grind, and although it seeks to be financially successful, no member can gain any financial benefit.

Everyone who plays any part does so voluntarily. The partnership sometimes gives grants to enable community groups to tackle practical projects – setting up a local film society, for example – but does not seek to take control.

DCP tries to encourage groups within the community to do things for themselves and to give them a voice, which might otherwise not be heard.

The partnership has been particularly interested in campaigns and projects associated with local food and a sustainable way of living. Diss Farmers’ Market has been consistently supported as have festivals celebrating local food and drink.

Among the biggest and most successful projects which DCP has supported have been festivals celebrating aspects of the town’s history. In 2004, for example, a wide range of events was organised to commemorate the 500th anniversary of John Skelton’s appointment as Rector of St. Mary’s parish church. Skelton was tutor to the young Henry VIII and an unusual poet.

More recently, the partnership gave strong backing to lectures, debates, dancing and exhibitions to mark the bi-centenary of the death of Thomas Paine, the great 18th century radical thinker and writer who, as a young man, worked for a time in Diss.

The partnership likes to use email for communicating with members and organising events, but we encourage membership irrespective of whether people are on-line. DissConnected.Net is a website where people can create the content and local community groups can have their own pages without the need for any programming skills. The partnership has some real expertise in this field.

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Working jointly with Diss Town Council, the partnership played a central role in delivering a programme of projects around Cittaslow. This is an international campaign that focuses on the importance of quality of life and everything local. For example, Cittaslow encourages people to care about and protect what makes their town distinctive, including looking after the environment, local heritage and traditions, promoting locally made goods and sustainable tourism. Diss is one of only half a dozen towns in the UK to have won Cittaslow status.

For two years, the partnership ran the Cittaslow Resource Centre in the centre of Diss, mainly to showcase Cittaslow, but also to act as a place where people could drop in, browse the website, access training, or become a volunteer.

The partnership is always pleased to welcome new members and volunteers.

To find out more about the Diss Community Partnership please contact the secretary, Jacob Ecclestone, on 01379 644 949, or log onto the new DCP website: http://dissconnected.net

Diss Community Bank A branch of Norfolk Credit Union Ltd Norfolk Credit Union Ltd is a community based financial organisation run by members for members. It keeps costs low because it is run by volunteers from the community. Your money is safe in the Credit Union as it is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority - Registration Number 214255. It also belongs to the Financial Services Compensation Scheme.

Members who join the Credit Union can both save and get small loans at low interest rates. Additional benefits of loan protection and life assurance based on savings, are available at no additional cost for most members.

The Credit Union Current Account is also available to provide a full bank current account service for those members who need it.

Membership is open to anyone over 16 years of age who lives or works in Norfolk.

A special non-membership account for young savers, called the Bee Savers Club, is available for those under 16 years of age.

If you want to join or get more information come and see our Diss Community Bank branch volunteers at the United Reformed Church Room, Diss Town Guide 2010-2012

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Mere Street, Diss. They are open there on Fridays between 10.00 a.m. and 12.00 noon or you can call the credit union head office on 01508 533842 or e mail info@norfolkcu.co.uk at any time.

More information can be found on the Credit Union website: www.norfolkcu.co.uk

Diss Corn Hall Managed by The Diss Corn Hall Trust since its relaunch in February 2010, the Corn Hall is a thriving arts and entertainment venue serving Diss, the population of the Waveney Valley and beyond. With an exciting programme of music, film, comedy, theatre, word, art and dance events, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always worth checking out whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on at the Corn Hall online at www.disscornhall.co.uk, by visiting the box office in The Old Stables (located beside the Corn Hall in St Nicholas Street) from 11am-4pm Monday-Saturday or telephoning 652241.

Slow Food Waveney Valley Slow Food is an international movement that believes that our current industrial food system is not sustainable and is not fit for purpose. It promotes a change to a system in which food production is much more local, smaller scale and fairer, and especially, is driven by flavour, nutrition, health (of people, animals, the environment) instead of profit.

Slow Food Waveney Valley has organised a range of activities to promote this approach, including lots of community meals, farm visits, a supermarket debate, Food and Craft Fair on Fair Green, support for the Diss Farmers Market, Taste of Diss festival of local food.

To join or for information, contact Gary Alexander, 07766 7111999 or look for the posters for the latest events around town.

Diss Community Woodland Project The land for Quaker Wood was purchased by the Diss Community Woodland Project in 2008 and a programme of planting and improvement is being carried out by local volunteers. The main objective is to involve all sections of the community in developing the woodland as a lasting amenity free from any possible development.

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A few key principles are at the heart of the project: • An environmentally friendly approach using safe, traditional and non chemical methods.

• Planting of native and naturalised trees and shrubs provide a traditional landscape and a diverse natural habitat.

• Involvement of the local community in learning and sharing woodland skills.

• Encouraging young people to learn and enjoy woodland ways.

It will be several years before the final shape of the woodland will become apparent and many more years before it can be considered to be mature.

Open areas will be maintained and the central pond will remain an important feature. Meanwhile volunteers are monitoring the wildlife and it is hoped that a pattern of more diverse species will emerge. Quaker Wood is open at all times for quiet enjoyment by local people and by the local wildlife.

The project was instigated by Diss Rotary Club and it is affiliated to The Green Light Trust who bring communities to life by working with nature. It is run entirely by volunteers and the modest running costs are met entirely by voluntary contributions. If you would like to assist please contact either of the following: The treasurer, Andrew Eaglen, 29 Croft Lane, Diss, IP22 4PA, phone 01379 643190. Why not make small annual payment?

The secretary, Richard Pither, 7 Frenze Road, Diss, IP22 4PA, phone 01379 652825. Why not come along to a working party normally on the first Saturday morning of each month, but check the site notice board?

Diss Parochial Charity (Registered No. 210154)

This Charity is a combination of 13 small charities partly dating from 1618, originating with gifts of land or property from various benefactors to provide income for the benefit of poor persons in the Parish of Diss. Full details can be found on the Charity Commissioners’ Website.

It is administered by seven trustees; the Rector of Diss, four nominated by the Town Council and two co opted by the other trustees.

It has four almshouses and makes small grants to residents in the civic parish of Diss where assistance from public funds or other bodies is non-existent or inadequate. Immediate assistance is automatic in the case of bereavement.

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Assistance is also available in cases of need or distress and for training where this is within the remit of the charity.

Apply to the clerk: Cyril Grace, 2 the Causeway, Diss, IP22 4AW. Tel: 650630. email: cj.grace@btinternet.com

Additional Information Some helpful addresses, phone numbers and opening times for town amenities that are not listed elsewhere.

Early closing day:. . . . . Tuesday. (Tourist Information Centre closed all day.)

Market and Auction Day:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday Telephone Code: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (01379)

Bed & Breakfast Brambley House, Lion Road, Palgrave. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 644403 Cobwebs, 6 Riverside, Diss. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 641388 Hazel Barn, Bressingham. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 644396 Park Hotel, Park Road, Diss. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 642244 Poplar Farm, Fersfield Road, Bressingham. . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 687261 South View, Roydon Road, Roydon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 651620

Chemists NCC Market Place. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 642053 Boots Market Place. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 642436 Both stay open (on alternate weeks) Mon to Fri until 6.30pm and Boots on alternate Sundays 12.15 to 1.15pm.

For emergencies the police have pharmacists' telephone numbers.

Halls Taylor Road Meeting Room A modern facility to take up to 55 people. The room is available for hire for receptions, parties and meetings. For bookings Tel: 644847.

Roydon Village Hall A modern hall with all facilities, including a full stage. For bookings contact Tammy Bachelor, Tel: 650983.

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Diss Jobcentre Plus See under Health, Welfare & Social Services.

Library Norfolk County Library, Church Street. Tel: 642609 Open Monday: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.45am - 5.00pm Tuesday: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.45am - 1.00pm Wednesday:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.45am - 7.30pm Thursday: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.45am - 5.00pm Friday:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.45am - 7.30pm Saturday:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.45am - 1.00pm Local information and events details are kept at the Library. To get your pin number call the Libraries Renewal number 0844 800 8006 and choose Option 0 to be connected to a member of staff. There is free internet access for the public.

Markets Friday Market: Traditional, bustling market every Friday in the Market Place.

Friday: 9.30am to midday in St Mary's Hall.

On sale are clothes, cakes, plants, jumble, books and bric-a-brac. There are also charity stalls and refreshments.

For details Tel: 643783.

Farmers' Market: Second Saturday of every month, at the Market Place. A variety of stalls selling fresh local produce including meat, cakes & pastries, bread, vegetables, eggs, apples and much more.

Tel: 643848

Fleamarkets: Stalls selling bric-a-brac, collectables, books etc, in the Market Place, usually the first and third Saturday of the month, weather permitting.

For a list of dates Tel: 643848.

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Museum Diss Museum is situated in the Market Place in a building called The Shambles, formerly two butchers' shops. There are a variety of displays, frequently changed, about the history of the town and area. Always on display are the Old Rectory Doll's House, old photos and jottings from the Memory Bank.

Local firms like Cupiss, Aldrich, Anness and Gaze have all been featured.

Panels in the windows depict significant characters and events from the town's past. Outreach activities include: talks to groups and schools, tours of the town (including a Murder Tour) and involvement in events like the Roydon Riots Centenary (1993), Skelton Festival (2004), Nelson Bi-centenary (2005), Betjeman Centenary (2006), Local History Festival (2007) and the Thomas Paine Bi-centenary (2009). Interest is promoted by regular columns in the local newspaper and community magazine.

The museum is administered by a registered Charitable Trust and supported

by Diss Town Council. In 2008 Accreditation was awarded by the Museums, Libraries and Archives Council. Accreditation is the standards scheme for UK Museums, demonstrating commitment towards standards of management, services to users and collection care.

The museum had previously gained Registration and also won a Gulbenkian Award for the greatest improvements achieved with limited resources.

The day-to-day running of the museum is largely by volunteers. The Friends of Diss Museum provide stewards and financial support for special projects. The museum is open from mid-March to the end of October. Admission is free.

Wednesday & Thursday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.00pm – 4.00pm Friday & Saturday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.30am – 4.00pm Sunday (May – August). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.30pm – 4.30pm Museum office and postal address: 11 Market Hill, IP22 4JZ. Tel: 650618.

E-mail: dissmuseum@lineone.net website:dissconnected.net

Park Pavilion A covered shell in delightful lakeside setting with a performing area for up to 35 players. The attached refreshment kiosk is open throughout the summer.

For details of hire please contact Town Clerk. Tel: 643848.

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Post Offices Main Post Office, Market Place. . . . . . Helpline Tel: (08457) 223344 Open: Monday: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00am - 5.30pm Tuesday: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00am - 5.30pm Wednesday:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00am - 5.30pm Thursday: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00am - 13.00pm Friday:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00am - 5.30pm Saturday:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.00am - 12.30pm

Local Radio Stations Norfolk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FM 95.1 & 104.4, MW 855 & 873 Suffolk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FM 103.9, 104.6 & 95.5 Broadland. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FM 102.4 Classic Gold Amber. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MW 1152 SGR FM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ipswich – 97.1, Bury St Edmunds – 96.4

Recycling Centres Tesco Supermarket Customer Car Park. . . . . Glass, clothing, shoes, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . paper, shredded, paper/envelopes Morrisons Supermarket, off roundabout at entrance to car park. . . . . . . . . . . . Glass, clothing, shoes, paper, shredded, paper/envelopes Chapel Street Car Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Glass only Fair Green, opposite post box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Glass, clothing, shoes Rose Lane, near Riverside Maltings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Glass only Thomas Manning Road, junction of Vinces Road. . . . . . . Glass only Weavers Court (Mount St) Car Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Glass only Willbye Avenue,100 yards from roundabout. . . . . . . . . . Glass only Taylor Road Community Centre. . . . . . . . . . . . Glass, clothing, shoes Roydon High Road. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Glass, clothing, shoes

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Registrar's Office Town Council Offices, 11 Market Hill.

For the registration of births and deaths, please telephone 642192 for an appointment.

For marriages civil partnerships, certificates and tracing of family trees you will need an appointment to see the Superintendent Registrar at 11, Market Hill. For details and opening times please phone 643915.

Tourist Information Centre The Centre has been in the town for many years now and provides both local and national holiday and travel information.

It is situated at the Mere’s Mouth by the side of the town’s main attraction – The Mere. It takes bookings for National Express, incl: Airport routes, day excursions for local coach companies Simonds, Chenery’s, Whippet and Fareline and can arrange accommodation both locally and nationally. Details of local events and concerts can be obtained here and for many of the events they are also the ticket agents.

Opening hours: 1st April-31st October: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00am – 4.00pm 1st Nov - 31st March:. . . . . . 11.00am – 3.00pm (Mon-Wed-Thur) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.00am – 4.00pm ( Fri - Sat ) Closed Tuesdays & Bank Holidays For more information please telephone: 650523 or Email: dtic@s-norfolk.gov.uk Website: www.south-norfolk.gov.uk

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TRAVEL Air Travel Forty minutes by car from Diss, Norwich Airport operates daily flights to Manchester, Scotland, Wales, Ireland and Holland and holiday flights to many popular resorts around the world.

For information phone: (01603) 411923. Fax: (01603) 487523.

Website: www.norwichinternational.com

Bus Services For services in Norfolk and Suffolk and National Travel information contact Traveline on www.traveline.info or 0871 200 22 33.

1 & 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Long Stratton, Norwich, (Simonds) 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Diss Town Service, (Semmence) 113/114. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ipswich 170 . . . . . . Woodbridge, Felixstowe, (Fareline) (summer Mondays: Only) 304 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stanton, Bury St. Edmunds, (Simonds) 456 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Eye, Stowmarket, Galloways, (Simonds) 457/467/487. . . . . . . . . . . Eye, Debenham, Stowmarket, (Simonds) 475 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hoxne, Stradbroke, Wingfield, (Fareline) 478 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Worlingworth, (High Sfk Community Transport) X497. . . . . . . . . Lowestoft, Newmarket, London, (National Express) 580 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Harleston, Beccles, Yarmouth, (Anglia Coaches) 003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Diss – Pulham, via Dickleburgh

Flexi Bus Offers transport from villages to the market towns of Attleborough, Diss and Thetford. Open to all ages, we offer reduced fares for under 16’s and accept concessionary passes. There is no set timetable. The bus will collect you from close to your home at a pre-arranged time and drop you where you want to go. Pre-book your seat at least one day before you wish to travel (or by 17.00 Friday for journeys on Monday). Hours of operation: in school term time – Mon to Fri 9.15 to 14.30; Sat 8.00 to 17.00. During school holidays – Monday to Saturday 8.00 to 17.00. Tel: 0845 600 2315

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Go Whippet Coastal Services Coaches to Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft, Cambridge, Sheringham, Cromer, Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lynn, Hunstanton , Felixstowe, Southend and many other destinations.

Tel: (01480) 463792 or (01954) 230011.

The Borderhoppa This is a minibus for people living within North Suffolk and South Norfolk who find getting to places difficult. This could be because your village is not covered by a bus service, or because you have a mobility problem that makes travelling by bus difficult. It is wheelchair accessible and we pick up from your front door. You need to be a member to use it, and to book your journey at least 48 hours before you wish to travel. Times and routes depend on who else has booked!

We also have a bus that is available to community and voluntary groups to hire, and may be able to provide a driver too. For details of both the above, ring (01379) 854800 or email: borderhoppa@btconnect.com

Rail Travel There is a half hourly service between Norwich and London in both directions. The first train from Diss to London leaves at 05.28 and the last at 20.17. The first train from London to Diss is at 06.00and the last at 23.30. The first train to Norwich leaves at 07.05 and the last at 01.08. The first train from Norwich is at 05.10 and the last at 23.05.

The timetables vary at weekends and all travel information can be obtained by phoning: 08457 484950 or textphone on 08456 050600.

Water Board In emergencies contact Anglian Water. Tel: 0845 7145145

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Health, Welfare & Social Services Diss Health Centre The Health Centre is situated off Mount Street and accommodates two medical practices and a range of community health services. Information about the practices, including surgery times, appointments etc, is available from the receptionists: I. The Parish Fields Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 642023 (Drs Grogono, Hume, McCarthy, Clarke and Wilde).

II. The Lawns Medical Practice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 642021 (Drs Jones, Thompson, Schede and Pantazis).

Community Health Services A wide variety of community health staff operate from the Health Centre, making local services available with minimum travelling time.

A wide range of clinics is held at the Health Centre; while some staff (such as district nurses) also visit patients' own homes. Regular clinics include: foot health services, speech and language therapy for children and adults, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, dietetics, health education, cognitive behavioural therapy, baby clinic and breast feeding support (every Friday morning) . The nursing staff includes health visitors, midwives, a school health advisor, community nurses and psychiatric nurses. A social worker and parttime volunteer co-ordinator are also based at the Health Centre.

For more information about your local community health services (not the GP Practices), please call Veronica Wright, Health Centre Manager on 644513.

The Friends of Diss Health Centre The Friends is a registered charity which provides equipment and amenities not normally supplied by the NHS for the patients of Diss Health Centre.

The money to do so is generously provided by those who wish to show their gratitude for the care and attention they, or people close to them, have received from staff at the Health Centre. The Friends' committee includes local people and some staff members. Members receive regular newsletters and are invited to attend the charity's annual meeting. Membership is through an annual subscription of ÂŁ1 or more (made on 1 January each year). For more details please contact the Reverend Ben Sasada (Chairman of the Friends) on 642174.

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Family Medical Care at Night and Weekends Anglian Medical Care is the service for you and your family to use when you need urgent medical care at night and at weekends. If you need urgent medical care during the hours of 6.30pm to 8.00am Monday to Friday and 6.30pm Friday night to 8.00am Monday morning and on public and bank holidays, please ring your surgery, where you will be automatically transferred to the Anglian Medical Care call centre or receive recorded information giving you the contact number.

Alternatively dial (01603) 488488 to contact Anglian Medical Care direct. You will be asked to give details of the problem and may be given advice over the telephone by a doctor. Sometimes you will be asked to visit a nurse, doctor or Emergency Care Practitioner at the local Primary Care Centre based in The Old Stables, Roydon Road, Diss. In certain circumstances a doctor or Emergency Care Practitioner may visit you at home.

Hospitals Diss is served by the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, Colney Lane, Norwich, Tel: (01603) 286286, the West Suffolk Hospital at Bury St. Edmunds, Tel: (01284) 713000; and Ipswich Hospital, Tel: (01473) 712233.

The Gilchrist Birthing Unit The Ipswich Hospital NHS Trust, Gilchrist Birthing Unit, Hartismere Hospital, Eye, Suffolk, IP23 7BH. Tel: (01473) 703108. Antenatal care by midwives at a small but friendly unit. Labour and delivery care. Classes in birthing and early parenting. Regular events include: Breastfeeding Workshops and Parentcraft Classes.

Supported Housing & Housing with Care Saffron Housing Trust has three supported housing schemes in Diss, located at Clare House, Frenze Road, Oak Tree Place (Skelton Road) and Thomas Manning Road. Each provides self contained rented accommodation for older people and offers support as required and identified via an individual support plan.

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in self-contained one bedroom flats. For further information on this service please contact Sarah Spelman on 01508 532047. Saffron Housing Trust also supplies community alarms that are easily installed in anyone's home and provide reassurance or older or vulnerable people so that they can summon assistance quickly in the event of an emergency or other urgent situation.

If you would like a free demonstration or further information please call free 0800 9174680. Email: cchandler@saffronhousing.co.uk

Diss Day Centre Registered Charity No. 280572

The Centre now meets in very pleasant surroundings at the Denny Centre in Thomas Manning Road, Diss. This was the former Dennyholme residential home which now incorporates five sheltered dwellings and a social centre for the nearby sheltered bungalows.

The Centre, which is supported by Norfolk County Council, takes people recommended by Social Services from Diss and the surrounding areas but can also accommodate a few paying members from time to time. Managed by a group of local people, it aims to promote the health and welfare of mainly elderly persons by providing a day centre for recreation, leisure activities and handicrafts for those people able to take part.

A County ambulance with a lift collects people from Diss and the surrounding villages, although some who can travel by car arrive in taxis. Persons who wish to attend should first contact their GP or Social Services, preferably through Diss Health Centre (Tel: 644513).

The Centre is open from 9am to 3pm on Mondays and Thursdays, except for Bank Holidays and the Christmas/New Year period. A cooked meal and light refreshments are provided at low cost. Entertainments are provided and outings take place from time to time. There is also a Christmas lunch, usually with entertainment. Hairdressing and shopping services are also provided.

There are some paid staff but voluntary help is always appreciated, particularly for the pushing of wheelchairs or escorting members during outings. Any person wishing to obtain details of the Centre may contact the organisers during sessions on 652473 or Chairman David Bell on 643113.

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Denny Centre The Denny Centre is a community support centre for older people from Diss and the surrounding area. It is run by Age Concern Norfolk.

If offers the whole community of Diss: • A day centre for people with dementia on Tuesdays and Fridays; • A home for Diss Day Centre and a meals service to the Waveney Day Centre (both independent voluntary organisations) on Mondays and Thursdays.

• Information & advice for older people and their carers. This discreet service offers up to date information on wide ranging older people issues.

• Mobile Meals within a 3 mile radius • Access to an on-line computer • Tai Chi classes • Leisure and learning opportunities • A hairdressing, manicure and pedicure service • Reflexology and sugaring • A chiropody service • Do you need somewhere to meet your friends for lunch? If so local older people can get freshly cooked meals Monday to Friday in a social setting.

Time approximately 12.15 (booked in advance) Cost £4.70 • Meeting rooms available to organisations

Volunteering Volunteers play a vital role within Age Concern Norfolk and the importance of their contribution is recognised and valued. Although we do have volunteers, we still need more! Volunteering is a rewarding experience and also an opportunity to brush up on existing skills and even acquire new ones.

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We welcome volunteers of all ages and experiences. Volunteers are able to claim out of pocket expenses.

How You Can Help Us Events If you are thinking of organising a community fundraising activity please think of Age Concern Norfolk and contact us. We hold events and opportunities throughout the year. Visit www.acnorfolk.org.uk for our latest news.

Corporate Fundraising As a commercial organisation, you can help us make a difference to older peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lives by supporting your employees to volunteer or fundraise on our behalf. We are looking to form corporate partnerships with businesses in Norfolk for long term mutual benefit.

Gift Aid By making a donation to the organisation and adding gift aid, you would be making a huge contribution to the work of the charity. We are able to reclaim 25p in every ÂŁ1 that you donate.

For more information please telephone 640741

Age Concern Norfolk Age Concern Norfolk is a not for profit charitable organisation. We would love to see you at our social fundraising events. The money from which will ensure that we are able to provide additional activities for our service users. You are welcome to drop in for further information on our services.

Contact Judith Head, Day Services Co-ordinator on 640741 to find out more.

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Waveney Day Centre The Day Centre was established by Social Services and operates on Mondays and Thursdays (except Bank Holidays), from the Methodist Church Hall in Diss. Members are referred through their doctor or social worker. The Centre provides a meeting place for up to 23 members, aged 60 plus, to enjoy companionship, craft work, exercises and games. A cooked lunch is provided from the Denny Centre, as well as tea and biscuits during the morning and afternoon. A variety of entertainment is laid on.

The day is from 10am to 2.00pm. Transport will be provided by social services where necessary. The only paid member of staff is the organizer, but the support of a valuable group of volunteers helps to run the Centre. The funds for such events are raised by twice monthly sales and raffles at the Centre. Any offers of help in any way are always welcome. Please contact the organizer, Ruth McAllen at the Centre, Tel: 652049.

Children & Adult Social Services Social Services are the responsibility of Norfolk County Council and are administered from County Hall, Norwich. Social Services departments are involved in the care of the elderly, the physically disabled, the mentally handicapped, children at risk, adolescents with problems, families with difficulties and the mentally ill.

The departments work closely with the Health Authority and various voluntary organizations in order to co-ordinate the services and facilities for the community. Customer service number for all new enquiries for Social Services 0344 800 8014. Blue Badge enquiry number 0344 800 8015.

Diss Jobcentre Plus Jobcentre Plus is part of the Department of Work and Pensions. We aim to help people into paid work, employers fill their vacancies and give people the help and support they are entitled to if they cannot work. For further information on our services and opening times please telephone 614300 or visit website at www.jobcentreplus.gov.uk

Pensions General pensions enquiries (for over 60's) 0845 6060 265.

See also information under Citizens Advice Bureau.

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Voluntary Welfare Organisations Adoption and Family Finding Unit If adoption and fostering are new ideas for you, we can help you find out more. We are at Unthank Road, Norwich. Tel: (01603) 617796.

Al-Anon Family Groups If someone in your family or any of your friends has a problem with alcohol, we can offer you help and support. For further information, contact The General Service Office, 61 Great Dover Street, London, SE1 4YF. 24 hour helpline: (020) 7403 0888.

Alcoholics Anonymous If you want to drink, that's your business. If you want to stop, that's ours.

We have weekly meetings at the Friendsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Meeting House in Diss at 1pm on Mondays and on Fridays at 8.00pm. Anyone who has, or may have a problem is welcome to phone one of the following numbers for information: Jane 898783, Clyde 642261.

There is also a 24 hour manned confidential helpline. Tel: (01603) 621128 or 0845 769 7555.

Arthritis Care Can offer information and general support. Helpline 0808 800 4050.

Autism Anglia â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Registered Charity No. 1063717 Covering the counties of East Anglia our charity specialises in the welfare and care of people with Autistic Spectrum Conditions. For more information please visit our website www.autism-anglia.org.uk or ring our Head Office on 01206 577678.

The Borderhoppa See under Additional Information.

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Diss, Thetford & District CAB Diss, Thetford and District Citizens Advice Bureau is here to help all kinds of people with all kinds of problems and our advice is confidential, independent, impartial and FREE. We can help with advice and information on Debt, Benefits and Social Services, Discrimination, Housing, Employment, Family and personal matters, Law, Consumer Rights and lots of other things. If you are concerned or worried about any of the above then just drop in to see us, telephone, write or email for free, independent, confidential advice. You will talk to a fully trained Gateway assessor who will listen to your concerns and help you identify possible ways forward.

At Diss, Thetford and District CAB we have both generlist and specialist advisers covering Debt and Welfare Rights After your initial assessment interview with a Gateway assessor you may be given an appointment with one of our generalist or specialist advisers or referred (with your consent) to an outside agency. We can help you write letters, fill-in forms, negotiate with third-parties and help resolve your situation. We will also help you to understand your responsibilities in a particular situation.

Diss Office (Shelfanger Road) Tel: 651333 Email: bureau@disscab.cabnet.org.uk Opening Times Monday 10.00-15.00. . . . . . . . . . Drop In, Appointments & telephone advice Tuesday 10.00-15.00. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Telephone advice only Wednesday 10.00-15.00. . . . . . . . . . Drop In, Appointments & telephone advice 16.00-18.00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Appointments & telephone advice Thursday 10.00-15.00. . . . . . . . . . Drop In, Appointments & telephone advice Friday 10.00-15.00. . . . . . . . . . Drop In, Appointments & telephone advice

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Other services available at the Diss Office 4th Tuesday 10.00 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12.00 Independent Financial Advisor.

Tuesday lunchtime: Local Solicitors by appointment only.

Volunteers are always required to join our team as advisers or administrators so if you think you may be interested please ring the above number and ask for Marian or Cynthia.

Crossroads Care This is a registered charity supporting people who care at home for someone with a handicap, illness or disability. When the carer needs a break, trained care attendants take over to give regular carers time to go out or just catch up with the rest. The service, for adults and children, is free of charge to carers, but donations are always welcome. Also provide private service.

For information or assistance, contact the Manager: Ros Staff.

Tel: (01508) 531974.

Day Centres See Diss Day Centre and Waveney Day Care Centre in Health, Welfare & Social Services section.

South Norfolk Disability Fund In South Norfolk there are more than 4,000 people with a physical handicap.

Many facilities are generally provided by the statutory services, but some are not. It is to help fill this gap that the charity was set up. The South Norfolk Disability Fund will consider applications for financial assistance towards mobility equipment, electronic aids, holidays etc.

Further information from the Secretary: Ursula King, 7 Brettingham Avenue, Cringleford, Norwich, NR4 6XG. Website: www.sndf.co.uk

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British Heart Foundation Formed in 1985, the Diss & District branch has raised up to ÂŁ350,000. The branch has contributed items of cardiac care equipment to the Norfolk & Norwich Hospital and has helped with the provision of defibrillators to a number of local doctors' surgeries as well. The aims of the branch are to raise money for research and equipment, to create public awareness of the need for cardiac care and to give support and help to those with cardiac problems. Several members of the Diss branch have undergone open-heart surgery.

Contact the Regional Organiser on (01953) 450210.

Diss Hedgehog Advisory Service This is exactly what it says, a helpline that gives information and advice on hedgehogs. Leaflets are available on care, first aid, over wintering and raising babies â&#x20AC;&#x201C; all free of charge. There is a 24 hour contact helpline; and hedgehog nesting boxes are for sale. Unfortunately there is no rescue centre.

Contact: Carol Chittock, Tel: 644988.

Diss Healing Group Healing is a complementary therapy which gives most people some benefit, regardless of their condition. Members of the group give free healing from 2pm to 3.30pm on Wednesdays at the Friends' Meeting House, Frenze Road, Diss. We appreciate a donation towards hire of the room.

For further information, please contact Jackie, Tel: 642614.

Home-Start Breckland & South Norfolk We are a voluntary organization offering support, friendship and practical help to families who are experiencing difficulties and who have at least one child under five. Any family can ask us for help. The service is free and confidential.

For more information contact us on (01842) 765206.

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Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) The Diss & District branch of the Institution (now serving Harleston, Stradbroke, Eye and the surrounding villages as well as Diss), holds a number of fundraising activities during the year, including social events.

New members and/or helpers are always welcome.

Contact John Heaser. Tel: (01603) 812472.

Meals on Wheels Contact Doreen Windsor. Tel: 641666.

Diss & District Mencap Society This society is here to help parents and carers of children and adults with learning disabilities. If you have a problem, we are here to help. We run summer holiday activities and outings and a Christmas party.

For further details, contact: Mrs. G. Hancock. Tel: 644465.

National Blood Service Save a life today, give blood! The National Blood Service holds regular blood donation sessions in Diss.

If you would like to find out more about giving blood contact 0300 123 2323 (local rate) or log on to www.blood.co.uk

Pregnancy Crisis - Norfolk Offers confidential counseling and caring support to anyone in distress due to a crisis pregnancy or following a pregnancy loss through abortion, miscarriage or stillbirth. Our services are provided free of charge in centres across the county, including Diss, and are available to both women and men.

To make an appointment please call 0845 2300 123.

British Red Cross Volunteers are being recruited for the British Red Cross.

For more details, please contact British Red Cross Norfolk Branch, Coronation Road, Norwich, NR6 5HD. Tel: (01603) 426361. Fax: (01603) 788343.

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Relate: Norfolk and Suffolk We offer counselling to couples or individuals with relationship problems. We also offer psychosexual therapy to couples and individuals with specific sexual problems. For an appointment in Diss or at one of the other centres, or for more information, please contact us on (01603) 625333. Counsellors can also be contacted on the website www.relatenorfolksuffolk.co.uk

Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) The Diss and District RDA Group holds riding sessions for disabled children every Tuesday at 1.30pm, at Clint Farm Riding Stables, near Eye. The group is always in need of helpers. Those interested should call Ingeborg Kay. Tel: (01449) 673313.

Diss RSPCA Cruelty Line or Inspectors, Tel: 03001234999. Animal Rehousing Centre, Tel: (01603) 766001. For more information see www.rspcanorwich.org.uk

St. Matthew Housing St Matthew Housing provides supported accommodation for up to 26 single people in Diss. We aim to empower our residents (through a support process) to enable individuals to move to independent accommodation having gained the necessary skills to maintain a tenancy. St Matthew Housing employs a total of 5 members of staff working different rotas to support our residents.

Cover is provided overnight.

Contact Area Manager Susie Mills. Tel: 07769 746 013 or Shirley Archer, Tel: 07810 897242.

Save the Children (SCF) Fights for children in the UK and around the world who suffer from poverty, disease, injustice and violence. We work with them to find lifelong answers to the problems they face. The local branch has been active in this area for 20 years and has raised over ÂŁ80,000 with the help of our local supporters. The programme of fund-raising continues and we would be glad of your help to keep it going.

We are a sociable group and would welcome newcomers so if you are interested, please contact Sheila Evans at Dairy Farm, Hoxne on 668477.

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Diss Social for the Blind and Partially Sighted Meetings are held on the third Friday of the month at the Friends' Meeting House, Frenze Road from 2.15 to 4.15pm. In summer outings are arranged. We are always pleased to welcome new members, and volunteers to help with the running of the club. Contact: (01603) 629558.

Soldiers, Sailors & Airmen Family Association/Forces Help Society (SSAFA) SSAFA exists to provide help and advice to serving and ex-service personnel, their dependants and families in need. For further details, contact the Branch secretary on (01603) 403322.

Solo Housing (East Anglia) Solo Housing (East Anglia) Ltd is a registered charity set up in 1985 to meet the needs of single homeless people in the rural areas of Norfolk and Suffolk.

With limited social housing, expensive private sector accommodation and no direct access hostels in the area, Solo Housing began by developing a register of affordable lodgings, matching single homeless people to suitable landlords and landladies.

In addition, Solo now offers supported housing for more vulnerable single people, where, as well as providing a home, our staff visit the person on a regular basis to provide help and support with the aim of maximising their independence. Solo provides this as well as our Lodgings service in Babergh, Breckland, Broadland and South Norfolk. We work with people from the age of 18 upwards.

For further information please contact: Solo Housing, 12a St Nicholas Street, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4LB. Tel: 0800 6520 155. Fax: (01379) 640303.

Email: info@solohousing.org or visit our website www.solohousing.org

Waveney Talking Newspaper Association A voluntary organization distributing local news and information recorded on tape every fortnight to blind and partially sighted people and others unable to access the printed media. Approximately 70 people receive tapes which are recorded by four teams, each of four readers with an editor and a technician. Secretary: Trevor Freeborn. Tel: 608774.

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Voluntary Norfolk The Voluntary Services Co-ordinator recruits and manages a local team of volunteers covering Diss, Harleston and the surrounding areas, who use their skills to offer help, befriending and support to people affected by age, ill-health, disability, social isolation or other factors.

If you feel you would like some help or if you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please contact Neil Woodruff, the Voluntary Services Co-ordinator at Diss Health Centre. Tel: 644513. E-mail: dissvsc@communitynvs.org.uk

WRVS WRVS aim to help people maintain independence and dignity in their own homes and communities, particularly in later life. WRVS are premier providers of services within the community.

Contact the Territory Manager, Debbi Fair on 0845 601 0071.

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Recreation Arts, Crafts & Music

Diss Acoustic Music Club Every Tuesday evening from 8.00 until 11.00 we meet in the schoolroom at The Friends Meeting House, Frenze Road, Diss to sing and play all types of music provided it is acoustic. No electrified instruments are allowed.

This is, along with adults-only, one of our few rules. Another is that you leave your "ego" outside the door. We always encourage each other. Nobody hogs the session - we take turns to perform whatever we want to bring - polished "gems", "rough diamonds" or work-in-progress. No alcohol, but tea and biscuits are "a must" at half time.Contact David Young on 01379 642168, David Bringloe on 01379 643553 or visit www.tunewithaview.com for more information.

Diss Art Group Meets Tuesday afternoons, from 2.30 to 4.30, in a room at the Roman Catholic church in Stanley Road. The group has a growing membership spanning all ages and abilities. Formed in 1974, the group comprises mainly landscape and portrait painters. The summer term is given over to weekly sketching trips in Diss and the surrounding area.

Limited informal tuition is available during Autumn and Spring terms.

Secretary: Mr. D. Potter, 53 Denmark Street, Tel: 642173.

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Burgate Singers Specialise in major choral works, professional orchestras and soloists. Usually give concerts in Burgate Church, Diss Corn Hall, various other East Anglian venues and in London. Also available for weddings. Under the direction of Alain Judd. New members welcome. The choir rehearses on Sundays at 4pm in Burgate Church Hall (between September and May). Many members are drawn from the Diss area.

Contact: Miss D. Walker, St. John's Cottages, Palgrave, Tel: 642783.

Circle Dance Group Friendly informal group meets every Monday in term time at the United Reformed Church, Mere Street, Diss, from 7.30pm to 9.00pm to do circle dancing. No partner or experience needed.

Come and join us. Contact: Freda Farrell, Tel: 870820.

Diss Decorative & Fine Arts Society The Society, backed by a countrywide parent organization, offers an outstanding programme of lectures by acknowledged experts in the fields of art, architecture, ceramics, crafts and allied subjects. Visits to important London exhibitions, to houses of architectural interest, gardens and even overseas trips are organized. Meetings are held in Roydon Village Hall at 2.15pm on the third Tuesday of each month from September to June.

Membership is necessarily limited; and there is a short waiting list.

Further information may be obtained from the Membership Secretary Judith Buckfield, Tel: 853134.

Diss Embroidery Group Meets on the first Tuesday in each month at the Friends' Meeting House, Frenze Road, Diss, 9.00 for 9.30am to 12.30pm. Its activities include practical workshops and visits to exhibitions and museums. Leading experts and professional embroiderers are invited to give talks and provide tuition at occasional day-schools. All aspects of embroidery are covered.

Visitors are welcome. Contacts Julie Scott, Tel. 650009 and Beth Bolton, Tel. 643614.

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Music Babies Fun musical activities and a special time together for you and your child.

Monday morning and afternoon groups for toddlers and pre-school children at St. Mary’s Church Hall. Friday morning groups for toddlers and pre-school children at DC3, Diss Christian Community Church, Vinces Road.

Cost: £3.50 per half hour session. We offer a reduced fee system for families who need financial support.

Contact Janet Koralambe, Tel: 668228. Website www.presma.org

Papercraft Club Runs on 1st Monday of the month 6.30 - 9.00 at St Mary's Church Hall.

Contact either Avril Young, Tel: 642168 or Jane Aldridge, Tel: 851932.

Diss Quilting Group Meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at Palgrave Community Centre, 10am to 3pm. External and internal tutored workshops held several times a year. Visitors welcome on non-workshop days.

For more details ring Secretary Kate Peacher, Tel: 854670.

Rondo - South Norfolk Classical Guitar Circle We are a friendly group of guitar enthusiasts who enjoy playing together in a relaxed and social environment. Other activities may include: visits to concerts, invited guest performers, workshops and occasional performances given by group members. Meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month, from 7pm to 9pm, in St. Remigius Church Parish Rooms, High Road, Roydon. Membership is £2 per session, for the cost of the room. All players welcome.

For further information please contact: Patricia Bond. Tel: 643388, Jo Percival.

Tel: (01953) 788437, or Beth Dewhurst. Tel: 641480.

Scrapbook Workshop Taylor Road, Community Hall, Diss.

2nd Wednesday Afternoon and last Saturday Morning of each month.

Contact: Avril Young, Tel: 642168.

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South Norfolk Youth Symphonic Band Registered Charity No. 1116270 The band, based in Diss, was formed in 1974 and its motto is ‘Music is Fun’. We accept any woodwind, brass or percussion player, aged between eight and 23, irrespective of ability; and we do not hold auditions. We are based, and rehearse, at the Diss Resource Base on Shelfanger Road on a Tuesday night between 7.00 and 9.00pm.

Playing with the band gives members the encouragement to continue to study and enjoy their music making; and to provide that purpose for the hard work required. The band also bridges the gap between school and adulthood.

Some professional musicians, who have graduated through the band, may otherwise have given up before making music their career. We are completely independent and self-financing.

Every year the band performs many concerts, raising money for charities and other organisations. The band has strong links with the Corps of Army Music and the Royal Marines Band Service. It holds a residential weekend with one of the leading army bands; and a weekend with the training band of the Royal Marines School of Music. We also organise tours, trips and events.

In July 2006 we were awarded the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service. This recognises and rewards excellence in voluntary activities carried out by groups in the community. We offer the opportunity for like-minded young musicians to come together to perform and play. The band is SAFE accredited and is an accredited Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme assessor.

We are always looking for new members and are available for hire. Should you require further information on the band, contact Janet Strode on (01953) 455252 , email us on snysb@aol.com or visit our website on www.snysb.org.uk

Violin, Viola, Piano & Keyboard Players Adrian Kitchen offers music lessons to eager pupils. They are also available for special events. The pupils span all ages and abilities. Music can lead to many exciting opportunities. New players welcome. Further details may be obtained from R.A. Kitchen, BA, LGSM, Tel: 642468.

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Waveney Choir The Waveney Choir, which has been established in Diss since 1970, sings music of all types and age and gives recitals throughout Norfolk and Suffolk, in aid of charities and church funds. Our membership is large (70 plus), and is drawn from a wide area and ranges in age from 18 to 90!

All new members are welcomed, whatever their experience and there are no auditions necessary. New members are given a four-week period in which to decide whether we are the type of choir they are looking for. We nearly always are! Rehearsals: Wednesday evening from 7.30 p.m. to 9.00 p.m., between September and May, at the United Reformed Church, Mere Street (opposite Somerfields).

Secretary: Penny Martin, Tel: 588102 or visit our website: www.waveneychoir.org.uk

Waveney Springs The Waveney Springs Art Collective is a group of artists and makers living and working in an approximately 10 mile radius of Diss. Newly formed in 2008, Waveney Springs hopes to bridge the Norfolk/Suffolk boundary by including artists from both sides of the Upper Waveney Valley. The Art Trail, normally runs for two weekends in September, and gives a chance for the artists to show members of the public around their studios and explain their various approaches to their art. A taster exhibition, showing consecutively, presents the opportunity to select artists to visit on the trail.

Very popular are the workshops, run by several members, and are always fully subscribed. For up to date information, look at the website www.waveneysprings.co.uk

Diss & District Guild of Weavers, Spinners & Dyers Meetings are held on the last Thursday of most months at the Friends' Meeting House, Frenze Road, Diss, from 12.30pm to 3.30pm. Members pay £12 annual subscription, visitors £1 per meeting or £2.50 if there is a guest speaker.

Programme details available from the Secretary: Mrs. Pam Ross, Southview, Common Road, Shelfanger. Tel: 643563.

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Wingfield Barns Wingfield Barns Arts Centre is up and running again with a programme of music, both classical and jazz. Visual arts exhibitions, both group shows and individual artists. We will be hosting the annual Wingfield Art Awards for schools in Suffolk. We have a new digital cinema with a series of classic films.

A new pottery studio where courses will be held and individuals can make and fire their work. Drama features very heavily. The centreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s galleries are available for hire and the Great Barn and other buildings are used for weddings and conferences. There is some accommodation available for resident artists etc. etc. Contact: Fred Barter, Curator & Marketing Manager, Tel: 384505.

Political Parties Member of Parliament for South Norfolk is Mr. Richard Bacon MP, House of Commons, Westminster, London, SW1A OAA. Local Tel: 643728 or 642769.

Norfolk and Suffolk Member of the European Parliament for the Diss area is Mr. Andrew Duff, Orwell House, Cowley Rd, Cambridge, CB4 0PP Tel: (01223) 566700. Fax: (01223) 566698.

Brussels address: European Parliament, Rue Wiertz, Brussels 1047, Belgium.

Tel: 0032 2 2847998. Fax: 0032 2 2849998.

E-mail:mep@andrewduffmep.org Website:www.andrewduffmep.org

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Diss & Roydon Branch - South Norfolk Conservative Association The local Conservative Branch is based at the main office of the SNC Association which is at "Grasmere" Denmark Street, Diss, IP22 4LE. For further details please contact the Branch Chairman Jenny Chamberlin c/o office@snca.org.uk or Tel: 642097.

South Norfolk Labour Party Secretary: Nicola Fowler, 21 Springfields, Poringland, NR14 7RG. Tel: (01508) 495559 for more information. www.southnorfolklabour.com

Liberal Democrats The Diss & Roydon Branch takes an active interest in local and national politics and organizes social and fund-raising events.

Regular meetings take place at venues in the area. Contact: Trevor Wenham, Tel: 641423.

Youth Activities Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Services Diss Youth Resource Base Norfolk County Council Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Services has a Youth Work team based in Diss, from where they operate a service for young people in the Southern Area of Norfolk. For 11 to 25 year olds, with priority age 13 to 19, they offer: life and social skills; Duke of Edinburgh Award; mobile van service to villages; group and individual support, such as young carers and young parents; evening clubs; opportunities to take part in specialist projects, including environment work and residentials; outdoor education; and a three week summer project for 12 to 16 year olds.

A number of specialist and adult groups have adopted the building as a a base, including the South Norfolk Youth Symphonic Band, Keep Fit (Tums, Bums and Thighs), Judo and Kuk Sool Won groups. The Centre is available for hire.

For further information on any of the Youth Work activities, get in touch with the Youth Work team at the Southern Area Resource Base, 30 Shelfanger Road, Diss. Tel: 642425.

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Air Training Corps The Diss squadron meets on Tuesdays ands Thursdays from 7.00 to 9.30pm at their Sunnyside HQ. Minimum age 13 years – boys and girls. Commanding Officer Flt. Lt. Emma Dixon, Tel: 641247.

Army Cadets Norfolk Army Cadets – Engineers Squadron – meets Thursdays at their Sunnyside HQ. 7.30 to 9.30pm. Both boys and girls welcome, aged 13 to 18.

Leader Sergeant Stacey Caston. See www.norfolkacf.com

Fire Service Volunteer Cadets Run by Norfolk Fire Service. Meets at the Park Road fire station on Tuesdays from 7.00 to 9.00pm. Both boys and girls aged 13 to 18 are welcome.

Contact Mark Waterfield, Tel: 641662.

Guides & Brownies Scout & Guide Hall, Heywood Road. District Commissioner: Mrs. Diana Walker. Tel: 643200.

Rainbows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7 years Brownies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10 years Guides. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-14 years Senior Section. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-25 years

Scout & Guide Hall, Heywood Road, Diss 1st Diss Brownies:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monday 6.00 to 7.30pm.

Contact Sue Edwards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 644058 2nd Diss Guides:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monday 7.30 to 9.00pm.

Contact Diane Blyth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: (01359) 251827.

1st Diss Rainbows: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesday 5.45 to 6.45pm.

Contact Diana Walker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tel: 643200.

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1st Diss Scout Group Meetings held at Scout & Guide Hall, Heywood Road.

Group Scout Leader: Sue Brazier, 28 Bramley Road. Tel: 651131. email: arwbrazier@aol.com Beaver Scouts:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fridays 5.30 to 6.45pm.

Contact: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Joe Harwood. Tel: 687621.

Cub Scouts: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursdays 6.00 to 7.30pm.

Contact: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rob Court, Tel: 650951.

Scouts: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fridays 7.30 to 9.00pm.

Contact: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Kershaw. Tel: 65100821.

2nd Diss (Salvation Army) Scout Group Meetings held at the Sunnyside Community Centre.

Group Scout Leader Phil Green, 1 Manor Road, Roydon, Tel: 0777 641 4359.

Beavers:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday 6.30 to 7.30pm.

Contact: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tash Deveraux, Tel: 0779 296 7472.

Cubs:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monday 6.00 to 7.30pm.

Contact: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Elizabeth Hook, Tel: 643199.

Scouts:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monday 7.45 to 9.30pm.

Contact: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tim Graystun, Tel: 0797 336 9278.

Explorers:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday 7.45 to 9.30pm.

Contact: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phil Green, Tel: 0777 641 4359.

Diss & District Young Farmers Club A social club open to all young people between the ages of 14 and 30 who are interested in rural life, the countryside and agriculture. Meetings held weekly on Wednesday evenings from September to July at the Pavilion, BOCM Pauls agricultural site at Burston.

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Woodcraft Folk, Diss District The Woodcraft Folk is a children and young people's organisation. Activities are based on democracy, friendship, equality, peace and cooperation. With the help of adult volunteers, we encourage youngsters to work together and share their skills and enthusiasm, to help empower them in forming their own opinions, make their own decisions, and play an active and positive role in the world around them.

Diss District Woodcraft Folk has a group based at Redgrave, meeting every Wednesday 5.00 – 6.30pm, to play cooperative games, sing, craftwork, nature rambles, plus camping and hiking. For further info see www.woodcraft.org.uk or contact Judith Tooth, Tel: 890622.

Clubs & Societies Diss & District Allotment Holders Association Diss & District Allotment Holders Association is based in Louies Lane and currently has 74 members and a waiting list for plots. The annual subscription for a plot (approx. 30’ x 45’) is currently £17 and is reviewed yearly. This includes affiliation to the National Society of Allotment & Leisure Gardeners which provides advice and guidance to the Association as well as the availability of a cheap seed scheme. There is an on-site shop selling a variety of garden supplies, which is run by committee members and plot holders and is open regularly to members throughout the growing season.

For further information or to join the waiting list, contact the Association Secretary, Mrs Hilary Thorby on Diss 650091 or by email hilary@thor.by

Diss Antiquarian Society Meets on the first Friday of the month at St. Mary's Hall, Mount Street, Diss, from October to April when speakers talk on various subjects of antiquarian and historical interest. Visits are also arranged during the summer months.

School children welcome. Honorary Secretary: Roland Buggey, Tel: 641759.

Bees & Beekeeping For talks, demonstrations, information, advice or assistance on beekeeping contact Jan Dryburgh, Tel: 650227.

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St. Mary's Church Bellringers This talented and dedicated band ring every Sunday for services. Practice night is every Monday 7.30 to 9pm. We welcome all visitors, whether they come just to watch and see what it is all about, or with some thoughts of taking up a unique and special skill, which could open a new world. Any person with the mind and dedication to learn this skilled exercise should join the special family of church bellringers which you remain part of for life. Just climb the 13 steps to the ringing chamber.

Tower Captain: Mrs. Betty Baines, Algars Farm, Walcot Green, Diss, IP22 5SR. Tel: Diss. Tel: 643293.

Diss & District Cage Bird Society Meets in St. Mary's Hall, Diss on the third Tuesday of each month at 7.30pm.

Speakers, discussions and advice from bird fanciers. The Annual November Open Show attracts a large entry of exhibits of a very high standard.

Contact: Maurice Sheldrake, 25 Hawthorn Close, Diss. Tel: 641811.

Diss & District Camera Club The club, which meets at the Montgomerie Hall, on the first and third Tuesdays of each month from September to May, has a programme of lectures and demonstrations and self-help.

Anyone interested in photography is more than welcome. Secretary: John Page, Tel: 871212. Web: www.disscamera.org.uk

Diss Chess Club Meets each Wednesday at 7.30pm at Diss Cue Club throughout the year and welcomes new members of any age and ability. The club is currently represented by one team in the Norfolk County Chess League and is keen to enter a second.

Secretary Roy Neil. Tel. 384409.

Diss Computer Club Meets the first Thursday of every month at the Residentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Meeting Room, Taylor Road, from 7.00pm to 10.00pm.

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Diss Flower Club The aim of the club is to provide demonstrations and practice meetings to promote an interest in arranging flowers and plant materials for use in the home, in church and also in competitions and shows. Meetings are held on the last Wednesday of each month at 7.30pm in Roydon Village Hall. Chairman: Mrs. Pam McDowell, Tel: 740577. Secretary: Mrs. Jenny Hubbard, Tel: 741372.

Diss 41 Club The club has been in existence informally for more than 30 years. Membership is open to all past members of the Round Table; and the aim of 41 Club is to continue fellowship and friendship established in Table and to assist Table generally. The club meets at various venues on the first Thursday of each month at 8pm. Contact: Ron Cook, Tel: (01449) 677135.

Freemasons â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Montgomerie Lodge The Lodge meets at 5.30pm on the second Monday of each month between October and May at the Freemasons' Hall, Parkfields, Diss. For further information contact the Secretary: Mr. M. Birchall, The Ridges, Primrose Lane, South Lopham, Diss, IP22 2LL. Tel: 687608.

Norfolk Family History Society South Norfolk Branch meets at Diss Methodist Church, Victoria Road on the second Tuesday of each month at 7pm. Contact: Edith Morley, Tel: 687578.

Diss & District Horticultural Society Meets on the second Tuesday of each month at the United Reformed Church, Diss, at 7.30pm when all aspects of gardening are covered by speakers giving practical talks or showing coloured slides to suit all tastes. The society welcomes everyone interested in gardening, whether they have a small garden growing a few flowers and vegetables or whether they aspire to gardening on the grand scale.

To encourage healthy competition the society holds flower and vegetable shows during the year and also arranges visits to gardens, nurseries etc during the summer months. Membership Secretary: Mrs. B. Woods, Little Croft, Frenze Road, Diss, Tel: 642024.

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Inner Wheel Club of Diss One of the largest independent women's voluntary organisations in the world today. To be eligible for membership you need to have a family connection with a Rotarian or Rotoract. Meetings are usually held on the first Monday of each month (except August) at the Park Hotel, Diss, at 7.30pm. The club has a varied programme including speakers, social and service activities.

Contact the Secretary: Mrs. Norma Howell, Tel: 643482.

Diss & District Ladies Luncheon Club This social club meets on the last Tuesday of each month at the Park Hotel, 12.00 for 12.30pm. Members and guests enjoy lunch together in pleasant and relaxing surroundings. A professional speaker is invited to meetings during the months of September to June. The talks cover a variety of subjects.

Secretary: Mrs. Wendy Skinner, Tel: 687449.

Line Dancing Monterey Dance Classes – When, Where, Levels, see www.montereydance. org.uk A friendly well established dance club. Monday: (except bank holidays) Diss Corn Hall. Improvers 7.15pm to 9pm. Tuesday: Diss Christian Community Church (DC3),Improvers 2pm to 3.30pm. Wednesday: Diss Christian Community Church (DC3), Improvers 7.20pm to 8.30pm, Intermediates 8pm to 10pm. Contact: Melissa Hawkes, Tel: 651773.

Friends of Diss Museum Members help support the award-winning Diss Museum and assist the Manager Basil Abbott (see under Additional Information). They meet for a series of talks on the third Friday of the month at St. Mary's Hall from March to May and September to December at 7.30pm. Members £2, others £3. The money raised covers costs and helps the museum finance special projects. Contact: Chairman Janet Blight, Tel: 641946 or Membership Secretary Roy Eyles, Tel: 642736.

National Women's Register (Diss Group) A friendly group for lively-minded women of all ages. Meetings are held every fortnight on Wednesdays in members' homes. Activities include discussions, theatre outings, speakers etc. Visit our website www.nwr.org.uk or contact 0845 4500287 for local group details.

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Old Dyssean Society In September 2000 more than 60 former pupils of Diss Secondary Grammar School attended a reunion at Montgomerie Hall, Diss to discuss the renaissance of what is now called The Old Dyssean Society. The main aims are to bring former pupils of all ages together, and circulate news via the publication of newsletters twice annually.

Dennis Meadows, an evacuee from Lowestoft, who attended the school for a short time, was the prime mover in the revival, and is currently Founder VicePresident. Diane Walden is Chairman. Reg Wright, a pupil from 1936-42 and later a teacher at the school, is the elected President.

The annual subscription is £5, and reunions are held in late September at Diss Golf Club. There are members all over the world, including the USA, Australia, France and South Africa. New members are welcome. For further details contact the Secretary Kathleen Bass (nee Pipe) at 11 Ranson Road, Norwich, NR1 4AJ, Tel: (01603) 434684.

Diss Papercrafting Club For scrapbookers, cardmakers and papercrafters. Meets at St Mary's Church Hall, Diss on 1st Monday of each month. Entry £2.50.

Run by Jane Aldridge Handmade Cards, Tel: 851932.

Website: www.janealdridgecards.co.uk/club Email: janealdridgecards@gmail.com

Norfolk & Norwich Pensioners Association (Diss Branch) We are a non-party-political group, actively campaigning for all matters of concern to pensioners – present and future. Our meetings are lively and interesting, with speakers on a variety of topics, plenty of discussion, good company, refreshments and a raffle.

We meet at Roydon Village Hall from 2.00 to 4pm on the first Tuesday of every month. Contact: Gail Hussey, Tel: 870727.

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Diss & District Probus Club The purpose of the Diss and District Probus Club, formed in 1975, is to provide a meeting point for retired professional and business men and their ladies, resident in Diss and District, who desire increased social contact and the opportunity of meeting others in similar circumstances. The club is nonpolitical and non-sectarian. Luncheon meetings are held on the third Monday of each month. Normally a speaker is invited to address the members after lunch.

Coffee mornings are held for members and their ladies on the first Wednesday of each month; and outings to places of interest are arranged. We currently have vacancies. Secretary: Peter Wilkins, Tel: 643223.

Diss Waveney Probus Club In May 1992 a new (second) Probus Club was formed with the assistance of the long established Diss & District Club, whose growth was restricted because of a long waiting list of prospective new members. The Diss Waveney Probus Club now numbers over 60 members.

The club, for retired business and professional men, is non-political and non-sectarian and meets for lunch at the Park Hotel, Diss on the second Wednesday of the month. Contact: Stuart Hart, Tel: 669288.

Mid-Suffolk Radio Modellers Incorporating Diss & District Radio Controlled Flyers, the club was formed over 30 years ago and meets at Eye Airfield on summer weekends. There are about 50 members and new members are welcome.

Contact: Geoff Allen, Tel: 740177.

Roydon & Diss Model Railway Society The society meets every Wednesday from 7pm to 9.30pm at Roydon Village Hall There are layouts in OO and N scale, with demonstrations of modelling techniques and talks.

Secretary: Mr. Fred Collinson Tel: (01953) 887448.

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Ramblers Association â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Southern Norfolk Group Meets at various points throughout South Norfolk every Sunday for guided walks of 5-12 miles. There are also leisurely walks of about 5 miles which are suitable for people who would like to take their dogs with them on one Thursday each month. Details available from the Secretary: Margaret Wilde, Tel: (01953) 788268, email: jamwilde@hotmail.com

Rotary Club The Rotary Club of Diss and District received its charter in 1948 and is now one of the largest Rotary Clubs in East Anglia.

Meetings are on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Tuesday of each month with a starting time of 6.30 for 7.00 p.m. and on the 1st (and fifth if there is one) Tuesday of the month at 1.00 for 1.10 p.m. Secretary: Andrew Eaglen, Tel: 643190, email: ajnce@uwclub.net

Royal Air Forces Association The Diss & District Branch holds its meetings at 7.30pm on the second Monday of the month at Diss Football Club, Brewers Green Lane. Outings arranged to RAF stations and places of interest.

The Branch is pleased to welcome all serving and ex-RAF/WAAF or WRAF personnel in the area. Secretary: Brian Ager, Tel: 640337. email: ager.brian@ googlemail.com Branch website: www.onesuffolk.co.uk/Dissand DistrictRAFA

Royal British Legion Royal British Legion welcome all serving and ex-service personnel, Navy, Army, Air Force and Merchant Navy, to the Diss & District Branch meetings held at Grasmere, Denmark Street, Diss, on the third Monday of each month (with the exception of August and December). Meetings start at 7.15pm. Others interested in the Legion may apply for Membership.

Benevolent cases of ex-servicemen and women and their dependants are dealt with. Any person over 18 years can become a member of the Legion and should be willing to work for the Legion and be supportive of the Legion.

Secretary: Christopher Dakin, Tel: 651420.

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Royal British Legion Women's Section Meetings at Grasmere, Denmark Street at 2.30pm every third Tuesday of the month, November to March. Everybody welcome.

Chairman: Mrs.Jean Ray. Tel: 642012. Secretary: Mrs. M. Stannard, Tel: 644401.

Diss & District Society The motto on the society's logo is 'People, buildings, a living place', which encapsulates the interests of this friendly group. It was formed over 30 years ago by residents who wanted to have a say on local planning and developments.

A newsletter keeps members up to date and a programme of lectures and visits aims to be both entertaining and to widen horizons. Meetings are held at 7.30pm, on one Wednesday a month, from October to April, at the comfortable Methodist Church Hall on Victoria Road, with easy parking.

Visitors and new members are very welcome.

Chairman: Keith Worsley, Tel: (01953) 861411.

Diss U3A The University of the Third Age (U3A) is for people no longer in full-time employment to share their knowledge, skills, interests and experience.

Members meet at 10am on the first Thursday of the month at the United Reformed Church in Mere Street. After coffee and branch news, there is a guest speaker.

In addition to these monthly lectures, there are interest groups which currently include: Architecture, Geology, Poetry, Art, Jazz, Scrabble, Book Reading, Lunch Group, Spanish, Bridge, Mah Jong, Walking and Exploration of Maths.

For further information contact Membership Secretary Judith Buckfield, Tel. 853134.

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Diss Women's Institute Diss WI meet on the first Tuesday of each month, at the Methodist Hall, Diss.

A varied programme is offered, including outings and special events. Extras like craft classes, Scrabble and lunches take place throughout the year.

Visitors and new members are welcome at our monthly meetings.

Contact: Christine Ecclestone, Tel: 652192.

Scole Women's Institute Meet the first Thursday in the month at Hopefield, Norwich Road, Scole at 7.30pm. Secretary: Mrs. Shirley Hall. Tel: 740636.

Diss & District Woodturners Meets monthly on the last Friday of the month. For venue, times and other information contact Fred Wright, Tel: 608108.

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Education Diss High School Walcot Road , Diss, Norfolk , IP22 4DH . Tel: 642424. Fax: 642428.

E-mail: office@disshigh.norfolk.sch.uk Website: www.disshigh.norfolk.sch.uk Headmaster: Dr J Hunt. Director of Sixth Form: Mr. R. Budds. Chair of Governors: Canon Tony Billett.

The High School has been an 11 to 18 co-educational, comprehensive school since 1980. The school has a roll of approximately 1,250 pupils and a reputation which draws children from feeder schools outside the traditional catchment area.

All National Curriculum subjects are offered and Diss High School is one of only a handful which offer Latin and run classes for gifted children.

Additionally, facilities for Information Technology are plentiful. It boasts, too, an attractive and well equipped Music Suite and there is a dedicated Learning Support area for pupils with special needs. In 2005 the school was designated a Specialist Humanities College with English, Classics and Citizenship as key subjects.

GCSE and A level examination results regularly exceed both county and national levels. The school has excellent sports facilities with extensive playing fields. All major sports are played. The Sixth Form Centre is housed in Uplands Diss Town Guide 2010-2012

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House, a fine Victorian building which stands on the campus. A wide range of A-level subjects are offered, including: Psychology, Physical Education, Theatre Studies, Classical Civilization and Sociology, as well as all other traditional academic subjects. Two year vocational courses are also available. It draws pupils from: North Suffolk, Long Stratton, Archbishop Sancroft and Old Buckenham High Schools . The school is supported by a Governing Body on which parents, teachers, Norfolk Education Committee and representatives of local industry and commerce are represented.

Diss Church Junior School The Entry, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4NT Tel: 642675. Fax: 640515. Email: office@diss-jun.norfolk.sch.uk We are a medium sized Junior school catering for children of all abilities from 7-11 years of age. We currently have 216 children in school, grouped in 8 full time classes. We are proud of our links with St Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church, which include weekly assemblies by the Rector and termly celebrations held in the church.

Our current Chair of Governors is Mrs Sarah Tyler. Our staff has continued to change and strengthen. This gives us an excellent mix of skills, enthusiasm, dedication and professionalism which serves the pupils of Diss very well. The schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s last Ofsted Inspection noted our good attendance, the good care and guidance given to children and the good behaviour they demonstrate. We have a spacious library, a computer suite, our own kitchen and large dining area. Outside we have adventure trails and a climbing area, substantial playing fields, basketball and netball areas.

The school has been awarded Artsmark, a Sport Activemark and Healthy Schools recognition. The school offers high quality musical tuition both through our specialist music teacher and visiting tutors.

Additionally coaching for a variety of sports is offered out of school hours.

Finally, we have a Parent Teacher Association which is very enthusiastic in supporting the work of the school through organising excellent fund raising events and social opportunity.

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Diss Infant and Nursery School with Children’s Centre Fitzwalter Road, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4PU Tel & Fax: 642768 Email: office@diss-inf.norfolk.sch.uk Website: www.diss-inf.norfolk.sch.uk Acting Headteacher: Mrs L Schug Chair of Governors: Canon Tony Billett Diss Infant and Nursery School with Children’s Centre offers outstanding Early Years education, catering for all needs and believing that everyone can achieve their potential.

The main school building has six classrooms, Food Tech area, a resource/ intervention quiet room, a large hall and servery, a staffroom and two offices. All classrooms have storage shelves, benched computers, interactive whiteboards, a variety of IT equipment, a sink, altro and carpeted floor areas and an outside fire door, giving access to outdoor learning space.

The Nursery is a separate purpose-built unit. It has a large activity/playroom, a quiet area, kitchen and cloakroom. The outside playground is securely fenced, with gates providing access to the field and Reception areas.

The school grounds consist of a large playing field, hard playground with sheds for storage of outside play equipment for Reception children, planters (maintained by the children) and seated shelters. There is also an adventure playground, play hut and train and a wildlife area. Extra trees have been planted to afford shade. Much use is made of the outside environment for all kinds of investigations, observations and physical activities.

The school is very active in promoting walking to school and has been awarded Travel Plan awards every year for the last five years. We hold Healthy School status in addition to the Activemark, Arts Council accreditation, Basic Skills mark and ICT accreditation.

The Children’s Centre Building was completed in 2007 which serves as a hub to local services, supporting many families within the area.

In the main school there is two form entry. Each class has support from a full time Teaching Assistant. In addition, there are teaching assistants specifically to support individual pupils with a range of specific needs.

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Primary Schools Within a five mile radius of Diss are the following primary schools: Roydon, Bressingham, Winfarthing, Burston, Dickleburgh, Hoxne, Scole, Wortham and Palgrave, which take pupils through from four to 11 years old.

Independent Schools For information and a free handbook on independent schools throughout East Anglia telephone ISCis (Independent Schools Council information service) East on (01263) 710223 or e.mail: east@iscis.uk.net or visit the website: www.iscis.uk.net/east.

ISCis accredited independent schools in the Diss area include: New Eccles Hall School: Quidenham. Co-educational boarding and day school for pupils aged 2-16. Tel: (01953) 887217 Riddlesworth Hall School: Garboldisham. Nursery, Pre-Prep and Preparatory school. Co-educational 2 - 8, girls only 8 - 13. Day and boarding (girls only).

Tel: 0870 4111140.

Thetford Grammar School: Co-educational day school for pupils aged 4-18.

Tel: (01842) 752840.

ISCis accredited independent schools in the Bury area include: Cherry Trees School: Co-educational day school for pupils aged 3 months â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 13 years. Tel: (01284) 760531.

Culford School and Culford Preparatory School: Co-educational boarding and day school for pupils aged 2-18. Tel: (01284) 728615.

Moreton Hall Preparatory School: Co-educational boarding and day school for pupils aged 2 -13. Tel: (01284) 753532.

South Lee School: Co-educational day school for pupils aged 2-13.

Tel: (01284) 754654.

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Pre-School Groups All Saints Nursery, Winfarthing An independent nursery at the village hall for children aged two years nine months to five. Monday & Friday 9.00am to 2.00pm. Tuesday and Thursday 9.00am to 11.30am. Wednesday closed. Ofsted inspected. Belinda Morrell.

Tel: 676902.

Toddler Group, Winfarthing Meets Wednesday 10.00am to 11.30am at Winfarthing Village Hall.

Aged 0 to 5 years. Contact: Nicola Annison on 640546.

Edward Bear Mother & Toddler Group Meet every Tuesday 9.30am to 11.00am in school term time at St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hall. Contact the church office. Tel: 643783.

Merryfields Nursery, Corn Hall, Diss Open five days a week 9.15am to 12.15. Term time only. Ofsted approved.

A caring, friendly atmosphere with qualified staff for children of 2-5 years to develop in. Contact 642138 (session times) or 783784.

Diss Methodists Toddler Group Meets Wednesday mornings from 9.30 to 11.30am at the Methodist Church Hall. Contacts: Emma Seely and Alison Watson, Tel: 640656.

DC3 Toddler Group At Diss Christian Community Church, Vinces Road. Thursday 10.00am to 11.30am. ÂŁ1 per family. Contact: Kim Boardman. Tel: 644223.

Roydon Pre-School Roydon Village Hall. Up to 26 children meet Monday & Friday 9.00am to 1.00pm, Tuesday 9.00am to 12.00 and Wednesday & Thursday 9.00am to 3.00pm. Contact: Tammy Batchelor. Tel: 650983.

Scole Pre-School Group Scole Sports & Social Club, Ransome Avenue, Scole from 9.15 to 11.45am.

Playgroup on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Tel: 740574.

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The Swan Nursery School Orchard Lodge, Hall Lane, Roydon. Nursery Tel: 650229. Registered with Social Services for up to 25 children per session. Open weekdays during term time from 9am to 3.30pm and some holiday activities available. Also Breakfast Club and Afternoon Club until 5.30pm. Contact: Michelle Bowgen. Tel: 644588.

Toddler Imps A group where parents and toddlers can explore an exciting range of activities each week (e.g. jelly pool, walking wellies through paint). There are two sessions meeting every Tuesday morning in term time, from 10.00am to 10.45am and also 11.00am to 11.45am, at the United Reformed Church Hall.

Ring Rachel Baker 640696 for further details.

Baby Imps A group for parents and babies to enjoy. Teacher led session (includes treasure baskets, bookshare, touch & taste, bubbles etc) and then freeplay time, with home-made coffee & cake. Meets every Thursday morning (except the first Thursday of the month) in term time, from 9.30am to 10.30am, at the URC Hall. Ring Rachel Baker 640696 for further details.

Boogie Imps Free style dance for toddlers and pre-schoolers, including free play session and healthy snacks for children. Improves rhythm and confidence and is great fun.

Mondays 9.30am to 10.30am at the Youth Centre Resource Hall, Shelfanger Road. Ring Rachel Baker 640696 for further details.

Other Pre-School Information For further information on Playgroups and Parent & Toddler Groups in the area, contact The Pre-School Learning Alliance Resource Centre, Tel: (01603) 767525 for Norfolk or (01449) 677878 for Suffolk. Also The Childcare Information Service, 1st Floor, St. Andrew's House, St. Andrew's Street, Norwich. Tel: (01603) 622292.

Out of School Hours Childcare in Diss The Fledglings After School Club is a thriving, Ofsted registered, club catering for up to 24 children from the first day of full-time schooling up to 12years old. During term time from 3pm to 6pm at a cost of ÂŁ6.75 per 96

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session. We pick up from Diss Infants School. Contact, see below.

Fledglings Holiday Club runs every holiday from 8am to 6pm at a rate of ÂŁ22.00 per day, ÂŁ13.00 per half day. We are based at Diss Church Junior School in a mobile classroom plus activity area as well as great outdoor facilities. Dedicated staff provide a range of activities, games, art, craft, books, snacks, cooking and trips out. Special needs also catered for. The Club is totally independent and self-financing and is managed by a voluntary committee.

For further information on a place for your child or joining as a committee member contact: Barbara Cameron. Tel: 07900 841409.

Adult Education Adult Education has all but disappeared from Diss and is now centred in Attleborough, Tel: (01953) 455634. Diss still has some computer and sign language courses. Tel: 0344 800 8002.

Creative Way Art and Digital Photography Tuition An exciting range of weekly Creative Art Classes, One Day Art Workshops and One-to-One Art or Digital Photography Tuition aimed at helping you free your creativity and develop ideas of personal interest. Patient, encouraging, inspiring and knowledgeable tuition with Art Teacher and Artist Zangmo Alexander MA Fine Art PGCE. Very small groups, maximum 4 students ensure lots of individual attention. All media are taught, and everyone is welcome, from beginner to advanced. GCSE and A Level Art and Photography Tuition also available. For more information: phone Zangmo on 01379 687360 or look at www.denisealexander.co.uk Diss Town Guide 2010-2012

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Churches & Religious Groups

Diss Parish Church of St. Mary the Virgin The Parish Office is situated in Saint Mary’s Hall and is open Monday-Friday 9.00 am – 12 noon. Tel: 643783 e mail: secretary@dissparishchurch.org Sunday Services: 8am, Eucharist; 10.30am, Sung Eucharist (Torches children’s group meets in St. Mary’s Hall on 2nd, 3rd and 4th Sundays); 6pm Evensong. (Book of Common Prayer) The Rector: Canon Tony Billett, 26 Mount Street, Diss. Tel: 642072.

Readers: Mrs Margaret Swayze, 32 Croft Lane, Diss. Mr David Summers, 5 Hall Hills, Diss. Dr. Sue Drake, The Old Post Office, Palgrave. Mrs. Jayne Hinds, Briar Cottage, Yaxley.

Weekday Services: Morning Prayer is said every weekday Morning at 8.30am in Saint Nicholas Chapel: Eucharist (Said) every Wednesday 10.45am; Confessions by arrangement.

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Arrangements for Baptisms, Weddings, Calling of Banns of Marriage etc, are made with The Parish Secretary, Mrs. Margaret Swayze at the Parish Office, St. Mary's Hall, Mount Street, Diss. The office is open Monday to Friday - 9am to 12 noon. Tel: 643783. Children and Young People; Edward Bear Club (Mums and Toddlers) meets in St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hall every Tuesday during school term time from 9.30am to 11.00am. For Services and activities for families and children, please see the notice in the Church porch.

Diss Methodist Church Victoria Road (opposite Morrisons). The Methodist Church and the United Reformed Church worship together.

Public Worship Sunday: 9.30am (with modern worship songs), 10.45am (fourth Sunday at URC in Mere St) and 6.30pm.

Tuesday: Women's Fellowship 2.15pm; Focus Group 7.30pm (fortnightly); Insight Bible Study 7.30pm (fortnightly).

Wednesday: Toddlers Group 9.30am; Wednesday Club 7.30pm (fortnightly).

Thursday: Prayer meeting 10.00am. Minister: the Revd. Colin Telfer, Tel. 642791.

Hire of room contact Miss G. Brown, Tel: 651512 or email brown-gillian2@sky.com Church web-site on diss.co.uk Light lunches are served on the 2nd and 4th Fridays from 12noon to 1.15 pm. (not during Lent). Profits for charity. Leaflet of activities and other users of the building is available from Miss Brown.

Diss United Reformed Church Mere Street, (opposite Somerfields). We are now united with the Diss Methodist Church and all Sunday Services at 10.45am, are held at the Methodist Church, Victoria Road (opposite Morrisons) except every 4th Sunday of the month when it is held at the United Reformed Church.

We hold a coffee morning with a Sales Table every Friday morning from 9.30am-12am (Market Day). For further information on all special church events and weekday activities, please contact one of the following people or see the notice board outside the church: Secretary, Edmund Banyard, Tel: 642886. Lettings Officer: Gabrielle Pagan, Tel: 650770.

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Diss Baptist Church Denmark Street. Sunday services 10:45am (with Creche) and 6:30pm.

Prayer meeting and Bible study Thursday 7:30pm. Children's activities for 5-8 years and 9-11 years on Friday evenings at 6pm during term time. For ladies looking for an interesting and entertaining evening come along to Friends and Neighbours at 7.30pm on the first Monday of each month. Further information contact 652762.

The Roman Catholic Parish of Diss The Catholic Church is found on Stanley Road, diagonally opposite the Police Station. It will move during the lifetime of this guide to Shelfanger Road.

Sunday Mass times are 9.30, 11.30 and 6.00pm. The parish priest can be contacted on 07946 390060 or by e-mail at HolyTrinityDiss@aol.com

Society of Friends (Quakers) Meetings for worship open to all. Held in the Friends' Meeting House, Frenze Road. Meetings at 10.30 am on Sundays. Wardens: 10 Frenze Road, Diss, Tel: 642614. Clerks to the Meeting: Jackie Collins, Tel: 652609 & Pat Foreman, Tel: 650757.

The Salvation Army Our Welcome Team is ready to welcome you inside our doors for Christian worship and teaching every Sunday at 10am and 6.30pm. The aim for our meetings is very simple: To make Jesus known through God's love for all mankind. After the Morning Meeting we invite you to a share fellowship over a cup of coffee or tea. For the 13+ group we have a fortnightly Youth Church called 'Sunday@six' which begins at 6pm for a couple of hours. This is Church with a difference - come and see for yourself!

During the week we hold Luncheon Club every Tuesday at 12.45pm followed

by Cameo Group (Come and meet each other) at 2.00. A fellowship for Ladies the 1st Tuesday of each month at 8pm. Are you a golfer? Then join our newly established Christian Golfers Fellowship which will meet bi-monthly for a round of golf in and around the area. If you wish to join - give us a call, and we will point you in the right direction! We have a full Baden Powell programme of events for all the BP sections. If we can be of help to you, please give the Corps Officers, Majors Ian and Barbara Fawcett, a call on 642448.

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Bethel Chapel (Non-Denominational) Victoria Road. A very warm welcome is given to our Sunday Worship Service at 3pm. Also at our prayer and bible study, on Wednesdays at 7.15pm . Other special events are advertised throughout the year.

For further details of any of these, or for transport etc, please phone 644259

Denmark Street Hall Meetings on Sundays: Breaking of Bread on second and fourth Sundays at ll.00 am and the Gospel Service on the first, third and fifth Sunday at 6.30pm.

Prayer Meetings and Bible Study at 5.00pm on Wednesdays.

For further details please contact: Secretary: Mr. J. Leftley. Tel: 852982. jandm@leftley.com

Diss Christian Community Church, Vinces Road Our Sunday service starts at 10.30am and includes music, media presentations, messages that tackle the questions of everyday life and great activities for the kids. As a true community church we are involved in many initiatives to reach out to local communities such as Community Works, Pregnancy Crisis and bereavement counselling. During the week we offer a wide range of superb activities centred around our excellent facilities: Parents and Toddlers, Kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clubs, Youth Cafe, Sports clubs to name a few.

Check out our website for details. For further information please contact the church office. Tel: 644223. Email: mail@dc3.org.uk Web-site: www.dc3.org.uk

The Parish Church of St. Remigius, Roydon (Upper Waveney Benefice, comprising Roydon, Bressingham, Fersfield, North and South Lopham). Sunday Services: 8.00 a.m. Holy Communion. 10.00 a.m.

Parish Communion on 2nd & 4th Sundays, Family Service on 1st Sunday and Mattins on 3rd Sunday. Every Wednesday 8.30 Morning Prayer, (said), Holy Communion at 9.30 a.m. Toddler Church 1st and 3rd Tuesday afternoons and Junior Church (5-11yrs) 1st & 3rd Mondays in the Parish Room.

Rector: The Reverend Rob Mellowship, The Rectory, High Street, Bressingham, Diss IP22 2AT. Tel: 688267.

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Waveney Valley Buddhist Group Ongoing 6 week Beginners Meditation Courses for to help calm the mind: Suitable for anyone - previous meditation experience not necessary. Open to people of all faiths or none - you do not have to be Buddhist to learn to meditate. Diss, 7-8.30pm. Weekly Meditation Group, Diss, Tuesday evenings 7.30-8.30pm.

Monthly led Buddhist Meditation, Study and Discussion group for anyone interested in exploring what the Buddha taught and how it can be integrated into everyday life: Bressingham near Diss, 1st Monday of the month 7-9pm.

Enquiries and details: Sister Zangmo Alexander on 687360.

Jehovah's Witnesses Kingdom Hall, Gilray Road, Diss, IP22 3EU. Meetings: Sunday 10am, public talk / Watchtower study: Thursday 7pm, Ministry School / Service Meeting.

Contact: Mr. Chris Stanforth. Tel: 871077.

Diss Spiritualist Church Services on alternate Fridays at 7.30pm in Roydon Village Hall, Diss.

Please phone 640928 for information.

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Sports & Games Clubs Angling - Diss & District Angling Club The membership has fishing rights for the Mere, Upper Waveney and Eye Pits. Weekly competitions are arranged in season. Membership is available from local tackle shops. Match Secretary: Andrew Mears, Tel: 07786 041177.

Athletics - Diss & District Athletics Club Founded in 1952, the club caters for track and field athletics, cross-country and road running. Anglia League (Male & Female, 9 years to seniors) and Norfolk & Suffolk Cross-Country League.

Outdoor training April to October, 6.30pm-8pm Tuesdays and Thursdays at Diss Sports Field, Shelfanger Road. Winter Training 6.15-7.30: Tuesdays – track, field and road runners; Thursdays – road runners. Some Thursdays indoor athletic training at Diss High School gym.

Chairman - Sylvia 01379 642262.

Badminton - Diss & District Badminton Club The club meets Monday evenings from 7.00 to 9pm at Hartismere Dance Studio during the Autumn and Spring terms. We don't play competitively, purely for fun. If your standard of play is above beginner level we would love to see you. First week free. Usual week price £3.50.

Chairman/Treasurer: James Holland, Tel: 650334.

Bowls - Diss Causeway Bowls Club Affiliated to the English Bowling Federation. Bowling season: May to September. Green at rear of Chapel Street car park.

Secretary: Richard Watkinson. Tel: 644353.

Short Mat Bowls The club meets at Tivetshall Village Hall every Friday from 7.00 to 10.00pm throughout the year. New members welcome.

For more information phone 677135.

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Bridge - Diss Bridge Club Diss (Roydon) Bridge Club meets at 6.45pm at Roydon Village Hall.

Please phone 642463 for details.

Cricket - Diss & District Cricket Club Diss C.C. is one of Norfolk’s top clubs with 2 teams playing in the Norfolk Cricket Alliance. The 1st X1 play in the Premier Division.

The club also runs 4 junior sides : U -11, U -13, U-15 and U-17.

We have excellent, highly qualified coaches who are all CRB checked and many of our young players have progressed to represent the county. Coaching sessions are held on Saturday mornings from 9.30 – 11.30. Diss C.C. has full E.C.B. Clubmark accreditation.

The club offers excellent playing and social facilities and the clubhouse is available for hire. Newcomers are invited to contact : Godfrey Batley (Secretary) 644037 Brian Cooper (Head Coach) (01842) 765154 Patrick Quick (Chairman) 642455

Cycling - Diss & District Cycling Club The club covers all aspects of cycling: road racing, mountain bikes, cross country, time trials, touring, reliability trials and club runs.

The emphasis varies according to the demands of the membership.

Enquiries: Madgetts Cycles, Diss. Tel: 650419.

Darts - Diss Town FC Ladies Darts Team Although darts has almost disappeared as a sport from the town, the ladies team is still thriving and has won their championship 12 years in a row.

They meet at 8.30pm on Tuesdays, in the winter months, at The Greyhound.

Contact: Margaret Edwards. Tel: 651393.

DC3 Sport Vinces Road, Diss. Sports Hall available for hire facilities include: sports equipment (volleyball, badminton, children’s sports equipment, unihoc, basketball) climbing wall, kitchen. Various sports clubs are organized, including volleyball, badminton, circuits and fun football (for children). External hirers currently run classes for pilates. Please call 644223 for further details.

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Football - Diss Town Football Club Brewers Green Lane. Tel: 651223. The club's first team plays in the Premier Division of the Ridgeon League, the reserves play in the Ridgeon Reserve League and the Under-18 team in the Ridgeons Youth League. Training is on Tuesday evenings in season and the all-weather Astroturf playing area is available for five-a-side soccer and certain other sports. The Centre Spot clubhouse is fully licensed and often features live entertainment. A combination of various rooms available for hire, parties, weddings and social events. Secretary: Steve Flatman, Tel: 641406.

Gliding - Norfolk Gliding Club Operates from Tibenham Airfield, approximately 7 miles north of Diss.

Visitors are welcome. Trial lessons and catering facilities available. Club open: Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday throughout the year. Tel: 677207.

Golf - Diss Golf Club Stuston Common, Diss , IP21 4AA . Tel: 641025.

Located alongside the River Waveney about half a mile from Diss railway station, one mile from the town centre. Diss Golf Club provides a picturesque heath and parkland 18 holes golf course, that offers interesting but challenging golf for all standards of player. The holes range from the scenic but difficult 468 yard par 4 13th Hole to the pretty, 15th at 146 yards.

The club was formed in 1903 and has active and friendly Mens, Seniors, Ladies & Junior Sections The club welcomes enquiries from prospective new members. Visitors are welcome Monday to Friday and Weekends after 12:00 except on competition days. Green fees are ÂŁ32 per round, ÂŁ40 per day. Golf societies and group bookings are also welcome. There are ample practice facilities and professional shop. Lessons are available from the resident professional and an excellent restaurant and bar awaits you after your round.

Enquiries about any aspect of the club to the: Secretary Manager: Tom Bailey. Tel: 641025.

Catering Manager: Lou Adams. Tel: 642847.

Golf Professional: Nigel Taylor. Tel: 644399.

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Hockey - Diss Ladies HockeyClub Formed in 1998, we currently play at Diss High School using Heywood Sports and Raquets Club facilities. We play in the M&A Partners Norfolk Hockey League and are currently in Divison 2. Contact Lindsay Cates, Tel: 640106.

Diss Judo Club Meets every Thursday evening from 6.45 to 8.00pm at the Youth Centre, Shelfanger Road, Diss. Contact: Howard Oates, Tel: 688258.

Kuk Sool Won - Korean Art of Self Defence Friday 6.00pm to 7.30pm at Diss Youth Centre. Mondays. Principal Instructor: Jon Mortlock, 4th Dan Black Belt. Hard-Soft style, including kicking, punching, throws, joint locks, break falls, meditation and, weapons training.

Meccano For Ever Meccano, the greatest educational toy construction system ever invented, lives on in Diss. 50 years ago virtually every schoolboy in the land owned a Meccano set. More popular in those days than even Lego is today, it has been in constant demand and production since its invention by Frank Hornby just over 100 years ago, thus making it the longest produced toy the world has ever known.

Anyone wishing to further their interest or simply take a trip back into pure childhood nostalgia, call lifelong collector, constructor and restorer, Tony Rednall, Tel: 643671.

Motor Cycling - Diss & District Motor Cycle Club Ltd The club runs three trails a year, three motor crosses and three enduros. Club night is at The Cock on Fair Green at 9pm each Wednesday evening.

Secretary: Mrs. Wendy Bavin, Lion House, 101 Victoria Road, Diss. Tel: 643960.

Netball - Diss Ladies Netball Club South Norfolk Netball League. Plays a winter league at Rickinghall and a summer league at Diss. Contact Tara Kidd, Tel: 676026, who can provide details of current team contacts.

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Petanque - Diss Waveney Petanque Club Try the French game of Petanque, a social sport that you too will enjoy! Visit us at Diss Town Football Club, Brewers Green Lane, on Saturday from 10.30am, Monday from 6.30pm and Wednesday from 2pm. President: Bendt Hansen.

Chairman: Cyril Bromley, Tel: 740602. Secretary: Chris Johnson, Tel: 668220.

Pigeons - Diss & District Racing Pigeon Club Meetings are held at Diss Town Football Club with races organized most Saturdays throughout the summer months on a southerly route. New members and visitors always welcome. Special rates for schoolchildren and OAPs. Secretary: A.J. Daniels, Tel: 651859.

Rugby - Diss Rugby Club Diss Rugby Club was founded in 1958. The Club has its own ground 'Mackenders', at Bellrope Lane, Roydon - with excellent clubhouse and multigym facilities. The club runs four senior sides and a Veterans XV, with the First XV playing in the London Divisions of the RFU National League. There is a highly successful junior and youth section, providing rugby for all ages from 6-19, which is producing players who have gained representative honours at County, Divisional and National levels in recent seasons. Leicester and England player Dan Hipkiss spent his formative years at Diss RFC. Four young players have played for England whilst still at Diss. Everybody is welcome, whether as a senior or junior player, coaches, junior helpers, spectators or social members.

Senior club enquiries: Sue English (Club Administrator), Tel: 872725, email: dissrugbyclub@yahoo.co.uk or Norman Potter, Tel: 586288, email: onestoppoultryshop@btconnect.com

Snooker - Diss Cue Club Since 2008, Diss Cue Club has been housed in a new, purpose designed building. More than just a Snooker Club, there are six Pool tables, including two of the American variety. Open for twelve hours a day, seven days a week the club has a light and airy lounge where members can relax. Meals and snacks are available and in addition the club has a licensed bar.

A range of Snooker & Pool cues and equipment is stocked. The building is air conditioned for year round use. Regular quiz nights and live music evenings are held. Members of all ages are welcome.

Diss Cue Club, Sawmills Road, Diss IP22 4GG. Tel: 651298.

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Squash - Heywood Sports & Racquet Club Situated at Walcot Road, next to Diss High School, the club has three modern courts, one with a glass back, a fully licenced bar, a floodlit astroturf pitch and floodlit tennis courts. Includes former members of Diss Lawn Tennis Club.

Visiting membership is available. Tel: 643088 for further information.

Swimming - Diss Swim & Fitness Centre (DSFC) Victoria Road, Diss. At this facility we have a variety of different activities to offer; both wet and dry side.

The use of the wet side facilities are for the general public as well as the members, these include a 25m Main Pool, Learner Pool and newly refurbished sauna, steam room and spa bath. The Gym at the centre is for members only, but anyone is able to join, it is open daily and has a range of cardiovascular and resistance machines to offer as well as weight machines and a free weights area. We also have a GP Referral scheme, with sessions happening every Monday & Wednesday and an Over 60’s/GP Referral Aqua class on a Thursday afternoon.

We have fully qualified Fitness Instructors on hand to provide a professional service to everyone; this includes a full induction of the gym equipment and a written exercise programme tailored just for you.

DSFC is a centre that specialises in Water/Aqua Aerobics classes; these can be both high or low impact work-outs to music, the instructor will take you through the class showing different movements that can reduce the stress on muscles but will also show great results.

Both swimming pools are open seven days a week, with daily Early Riser Sessions (6.30am – 8.45am), Adults Only Sessions taking place in the Main Pool and General Swimming taking place in both pools. Fun Sessions, for children and families, are on a Sunday afternoon, they include an inflatable and fun equipment for everyone’s enjoyment.

We also run a very successful Swim School, boasting over 900 pupils. Children from the age of 3 months right through to club level can learn the basics of swimming, learn how to improve their techniques and they can also have an enjoyable and confidence building experience as well.

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Whilst the school holidays are on we also run a children’s holiday programme with activities that include kayaking, water safety and Brownies & Cubs badges. Finally we hire our Swimming Pools out for parties, these can include the use of the inflatable or just the fun equipment.

For opening times, prices and timetables please see our website (www.south-norfolk.gov.uk) alternatively please call us on 652754.

Centre Manager: Sally Flatt. Email: dsfc@s-norfolk.gov.uk

Diss Otters Swimming Club Based at Diss Swimming Pool, the club was formed in 1988 to promote competition amongst young swimmers and ‘Masters’.

It has grown in strength and depth since then and regularly has swimmers competing at county and regional level.

The ‘Masters’ or adults group is one of the largest in Norfolk.

Swimmers of all ages and abilities have the opportunity to improve or learn new strokes, enter competitions or just keep fit. Training sessions are held in a six-lane, 25 metre pool, on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday evenings, plus Sunday morning.

For more information contact - Jamie Rush - 07738 427735

Table Tennis - Diss Table Tennis League Starts each October. The aim is to provide all ages with the opportunity to play table tennis in leagues and tournaments.

Secretary: Mr. R. Woods, Tel: 651295.

Tennis - Heywood Sports & Racquet Club The Club is long established and new members are welcome to the Walcot Road courts. There are three floodlit hard courts, car parking and use of the adjoining facilities. The club is in the first divisions of the Norwich Leagues and have mens, ladies and mixed teams in the local South Norfolk League but juniors and beginners are also welcome with coaching available.

Club nights are held on Fridays all year round. Casual players may also use the courts by paying an hourly rate. Membership forms are available from: Heywood Sports and Racquet Club. Contact: Chris Burnard on 643088.

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Diss Car Parks With the exception of the three listed below, all the public car parks in Diss are operated by South Norfolk District Council and have a standard tariff which applies Monday to Saturday.

Up to one hour. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Free.

Up to two hours. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £1.00.

Up to three hours. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £1.50.

Up to four hours. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £2.00.

Over four hours. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £3.00.

Sundays & Bank Holidays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Free.

Motor cycles in designated places. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Free.

Blue Badge holders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Free.

NB. 1) No access to Park Road car park 6.00pm to 6.30pm. Exit still possible. 2) Church Street car park not available to the public on Fridays. 3) Season ticket - phone 08081 787 145.

Non SNDC Car Parks 1) Railway Station - Station Road Park (London side).

Peak Day ticket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £4.60.

Weekend Day. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £1.00.

For off-peak, evening and season tickets, see board at car park.

Blue Badge holders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Free.

Public holidays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Normal Fee. 2) Railway Station - Gilray Road (Norwich side).

Day ticket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £4.20.

Weekend. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £2.00.

3) Mere Street - behind shops.

Up to one hour. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70p.

Up to two hours. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £1.20.

Up to three hours. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £1.70.

Up to four hours. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £2.20.

Over four hours. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £3.50.

NB. Fees apply Monday to Sunday 24 hours. Blue Badge holders need ticket. Excess for non-display - £80.

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Short Term Parking (One hour) At various locations - Market Hill and Market Place (not Fridays), St. Nicholas Street, Mere Street South and Mere's Mouth.

Supermarkets Morrisons, Tesco and Somerfield have free car parks with time limits.

See boards at each store for details.

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A guide to shops and services available in Diss (S) = Open Sundays

ENTRIES IN BOLD TYPE ADVERTISE IN THIS GUIDE NAME ADDRESS TEL:

ACCOUNTANT BAXTER K CHAPMAN K HAINES WATTS LARKING GOWEN NEWMAN & CO STACEY & PARTNERS STEWART BOREHAM & CO

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HALL FM. BURSTON 15A MARKET PLACE 8 HOPPER WAY GILRAY ROAD 104 VICTORIA RD BRIDGE STREET THETFORD DARROW WOOD FARM

651540 641885 640555 651067 640640 01842 826100 641690

16/17 CHAPEL ST WORTHAM

641700 650112

WILLS YD. CHAPEL ST

640430

2/3 MARKET PLACE

642213

PARK ROAD

642697

SHELFANGER 22 MISSION ROAD DISS HEYWOOD 23A HAWK CRESCENT

643945 651238 652272 652537

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642983 643893 644070

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ADVERTISING / DESIGN HAYES DESIGN ASSOCIATES STENNIK ADVERTISING

ANGLING SUPPLIES P M PEGG ANGLING SUPPLIES

ANTIQUES DISS ANTIQUES & INTERIORS

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AQUATIC SUPPLIES WAVENEY WATER GARDENS (S)

ARCHITECTS AND SURVEYORS KEITH DAY DANNY MASKELL PAUL GODDARD CHARTERED ARCH. NICK WOODS

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ARMY SURPLUS / CAMPING EQUIPMENT GILLINGS OF DISS MISSION ROAD QUARTERMASTERS STORES 5A ST NICHOLAS STREET LITTLE MOVERS (WAVENEY LEISURE) STATION ROAD

ART SUPPLIES / CRAFT SHOPS - SEE WOOL & CRAFTS CRYSTAL CRAFTS DISS PUBLISHING BOOKSHOP

4 COBBS YARD 41 MERE STREET

07983 682014 644612 INSIDE BACK COVER

ROYDON ROAD

650306

PARK ROAD

640999

AUCTION MARKET TW GAZE

BABY GOODS 1ST YEARS

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business directory BAKERS / CAKE SHOPS GREGGS HEALTH & HOMEBAKE TUDOR BAKE HOUSE

MERE STREET 146A VICTORIA RD 15A MARKET HILL

651468 643939 642322

BANKS / BUILDING SOCIETIES - NO CASH DISPENSER ** BARCLAYS HALIFAX HSBC LLOYDS/TSB NATIONAL WESTMINSTER NATIONWIDE NORWICH AND PETERBOROUGH (**)

14 MARKET HILL 12A MARKET PLACE 1 MOUNT STREET 3 MARKET HILL 49 MERE STREET 3 MERE STREET 14 MARKET PLACE

0845 755 5555 0870 600 5000 0845 740 4404 0845 300 0000 0845 601 33 66 610000 644778

BEAUTY SALONS AND SUPPLIES - SEE HAIRDRESSERS AND TANNING BEAUTY AT YOUR FINGERTIPS BEAUTY IN MIND CLASSIC NAILS CRACKERS & CHAPS EDEN NATURAL BEAUTY IMAGO CENTRE NICOLA SHORTER (NAILS) SKINCENSE THE RED HOUSE SALON

109 VICTORIA ROAD CHURCH STREET CHURCH STREET 26 ST NICHOLAS STREET SAWMILLS ROAD 7 MARKET HILL (MOBILE) DISS NORFOLK HOUSE YARD BRESSINGHAM

651769 652653 650595 651660 643533 652571 644752 652986 687356

PARK ROAD 8 SHELFANGER ROAD WILLS YD. CHAPEL ST

650550 650419 641212

COLERIDGE ROAD DISS

643837 640568

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BLINDS - SEE UPHOLSTERY HILLARY’S BLINDS SWIFT BLINDS

BOOK-KEEPING / OFFICE SERVICES GEORGINA BRADLEY RHONDA COSTELLOE CROFT LANE DISS ADMIN SOLUTIONS LWL BUREAU DISS BUSINESS CENTRE M R ACCOUNTING

07985 561627 643652 641358 644015 651895

BOOKSELLERS CHURCH STREET BOOKS DISS PUBLISHING BOOKSHOP W H SMITH

CHURCH STREET 40 MERE STREET 13 MERE STREET

652020 644612 INSIDE BACK COVER 642160

BRIDAL AND EVENING WEAR ALL BRIDES AND GROOMS LTD 2A. FORGE CENTRE, PALGRAVE SARAH BELINDA BRIDALWEAR

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BUILDERS / CONTRACTORS ALDOUS E W 11 ROSE LANE BARKER A 55 LOUIES LANE BETTINSON BROS SHELFANGER ROAD P C CROKER HEYWOOD ROAD CUNNINGHAM BUILDERS HEYWOOD CWE CARPENTRY DISS SCAFFOLDING SERVICES ROYDON D J BUILDERS WILLBYE AVENUE D J SOMERS ROYDON M R FOREMAN 8 WALCOT ROAD HAYDON GROUNDWORKS SERVICES 3 SCHOLARS WALK IPM BUILDING SOLUTIONS COBBS YARD JOLLY A 28 ORCHARD GROVE KINGFISHER BUILDERS SKELTON CLOSE M & H CIVIL ENGINEERING 29 VICTORIA ROAD MY GROUP NICHOLS A 2A CROFT LANE PERFECT HOMES BOTESDALE R G RACKHAMS FURZE BANK ROY ALLEN ENGINEERING FAIR GREEN SHAW BUILDERS JOHN TAYLOR BUILDERS LTD 5 SHELFANGER RD DANNY WARD BUILDERS SCOLE

644566 644591 644569 641556 640300 641571 643800 650958 643694 643869 640483 652126 651189 644189 641335 01953 497177 643487 890050 640172 642324 642581 643138 742742

52

62 64 40

BUILDERS MERCHANTS JEWSON JEWSON RIDGEONS TRAVIS PERKINS

FAIR GREEN VICTORIA ROAD VICTORIA ROAD SHELFANGER ROAD

643374 643531 641414 642712

DARK LANE

650462

16/17 CHAPEL STREET MOUNT STREET

641700 650112

29 ST NICHOLAS STREET 48 MERE STREET VICTORIA ROAD 12 MARKET PLACE

642105 642020 658662 642452

BUSINESS CENTRE DISS BUSINESS CENTRE

BUSINESS / MARKETING CONSULTANTS HAYES DESIGN ASSOCIATES STENNICK ADVERTISING

BUTCHERS BROWNE D A & SON CANNELLS C&K FAMILY BUTCHERS MEAT INN

CAKES / CATERERS CLAIRE’S SUGARCRAFT NORFOLK HOUSE YARD 650082 PIT STOP 644381 SPECIAL CAKES (WEDDINGS) 20 CROFT LANE 643502

CAMERAS THE CAMERA SHOP

120

12 MERE STREET

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business directory CAR ACCESSORIES ALLMAKE MOTOR PARTS LTD CAR & COMMERCIAL INSTALLATIONS DESIRA FIAT PARTS DIRECT DISS CAR PARTS (S) DSC MOTOR FACTORS JOHN GROSE (S)

SAWMILLS ROAD. 2 VINCES ROAD SAWMILLS ROAD 146 VICTORIA ROAD V5 VINCES ROAD PARK ROAD

640782 641111 650131 652544 651978 642311

DISS BUSINESS CENTRE SAWMILLS ROAD

652900 644314

CAR AND VAN HIRE ANGLIA VEHICLE CONTRACTS DEREK FISKE

26

CAR SALES / REPAIRS - NOT REPAIRS ** AUTO AID BARTRUM & SON 34 DENMARK STREET BROOKSIDE MOTOR COMPANY** VICTORIA ROAD DESIRA (FIAT) VICTORIA ROAD DEREK FISKE SAWMILLS ROAD ECO-WORLD 17 VICTORIA ROAD JOHN GROSE (FORD) PARK ROAD MERELANDER 4WD CENTER PRETTY GARAGES VINCES ROAD PROLEK DISS LTD SAWMILLS ROAD ROYDON SERVICE STATION HIGH RD ROYDON SCOLE VEHICLE REPAIRS VICTORIA RD STEPHEN’S NORWICH ROAD SCOLE THURLOW NUNN (VAUXHALL) VICTORIA ROAD VICTORIA ROAD MOTORS VICTORIA ROAD WILLOW TREE CARS ROSE LANE WYATT ENGINEERING DARROW FARM

650745 642964 783652 650111 644314 652000 0845 120 7439 652000 644786 643461 642055 652543 740681 642241 651567 651818 640200

26

64

CARAVANS AND EQUIPMENT LITTLE MOVERS (WAVENEY LEISURE)

STATION ROAD

644070

53 MERE STREET MERE STREET

NO PHONE 652677

6 DE LUCY CLOSE 17 CROFT LANE GREAT YARMOUTH DENMARK STREET PARK ROAD WALCOT ROAD

641898 651666 01493 440200 643201 652050 641030

112

BANHAM FRESSINGFIELD

01953 860279 586392

86

CARD SHOPS - SEE CHARITY SHOPS CARDS N WRAP CLINTON CARDS

CARE HOMES/AGENCIES ARCHER CARE CARE PERSPECTIVES CARE UK THE NUNNERY PARKSIDE COURT WALCOT HALL NURSING

CARPENTRY & JOINERY ADRAIN BIRD CARPENTRY WEYBREAD WOODCRAFT

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CARPETS / FLOORING COMPLETE FLOORING 147 VICTORIA ROAD JOHN DOE 23 ST NICHOLAS STREET PETER GAUL

651188 26 644081 INSIDE BACK COVER 651805

CHARITY SHOPS BARNARDO’S BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION EAST ANGLIA CHILDRENS HOSPICE OXFAM PDSA SALVATION ARMY SCOPE SUE RYDER

53 MERE STREET MERE STREET 32 CHAPEL STREET MARKET HILL 16 MERE STREET SUNNYSIDE 5 MERE STREET 36 MERE STREET

651964 641727 651939 644871 643854 643880 641565 644108

9 MARKET PLACE MERE STREET 19 MERE STREET

642436 0500 970547 652821

48 FRENZE ROAD

643181

CHEMISTS / DRUG STORES BOOTS CO-OP PHARMACY SUPERDRUG

CHIMNEY SWEEP WISHART

CHINA GLASS AND COOKWARE ALBRIGHTS 21 ST NICHOLAS STREET LARTER & FORD MARKET HILL LESLIE WARD QUALITY GIFTS 25 CHURCH STREET

642066 642720 642059

46

CHINA / POTTERY RESTORER HODGSON JENNY

99 DENMARK STREET

642518

1 ROYDON ROAD

640370

38

1 ROYDON ROAD

650020

30

SANDY LANE BRESSINGHAM 26 TUDOR AVE ROYDON DISS BUSINESS CENTRE

643465 687751 642612 644208

34 MERE STREET 2/3 MARKET PLACE

642102 642213

CHIROPODISTS DISS CHIROPODY CLINIC

CHIROPRACTORS DISS CHIROPRACTIC CENTRE

CLEANING SERVICES - SEE WINDOW CLEANING JOSIES CARPET & DOMESTIC CLEANING TURRELL CLEANING SERVICE MAXI KLEEN MINSTER CLEANING (CONTRACT)

108

CLOCK AND WATCH REPAIRS CHAPMAN L J DISS ANTIQUES & INTERIORS

CLOTHING STORES (CHILDREN) - SEE ALSO BABY GOODS M & CO

22 MERE STREET

650401

CLOTHING STORES (FEMALE) - SEE BRIDAL AND EVENINGWEAR CHIX CHRISTINE HINCHCLIFFE LILY & ROSE M & CO WESTGATE

122

13A MARKET PLACE 6 ST NICHOLAS STREET COBBS YARD 22 MERE STREET MARKET PLACE

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business directory CLOTHING STORES (MALE) WESTGATE

MARKET PLACE

652248

COACH SERVICES / COMMUNITY TRANSPORT SIMONDS COACHES

SAWMILLS

647300

10 GILRAY ROAD CHAPEL STREET ROYDON

642374 644407 643649

62

COMPLEMENTARY HEALTH CRYSTAL HERBS NATURAL HEALTH CLINIC WUYTS CHRISTOFFELINA

COMMUNITY DISS CHURCHES TOGETHER SEE RELIGION DISS COMMUNITY CHURCH VINCES ROAD 644223 DISS ONLINE www.dissonline.co.uk 01953 456789 DISS TOWN COUNCIL MARKET HILL 643848

100 100 50 16

COMPLEMENTARY THERAPISTS ANTE NATAL YOGA CLASSES URC, MERE STREET AROMA THERAPY AND HOLISTIC MASSAGE

677344 641661

COMPUTERS / COMPUTER GAMES AND SUPPLIES COMPUTERS IN DISS CRAWFORD SOLUTIONS DATA TECH DTP DISS OFFICE LINE PG COMPUTERS NETWORK CONSULTANTS INTERNET QUALITY SOLUTIONS ULRIC COMPUTERS 121 COMPUTER SERVICES

PARK ROAD 2 DE LUCY CLOSE 16 MERE STREET VINCES ROAD 42 MERE STREET DISS BUSINESS CENTRE MAVERY HOUSE VICTORIA ROAD

650043 650365 02081 444742 643085 644488 644533 652723 642000

NORFOLK HOUSE YARD

650082

ROYDON WILLS YARD CHAPEL STREET

652482 641919

26

07825 325100

42

CONFECTIONERY THE SWEET SHOP

CURTAINS - SEE UPHOLSTERY CURTAINS BY DESIGN DISS FURNISHING FABRICS

DANCE SCHOOLS HEGARTY SCHOOL OF DANCE

DAIRY TURRELLS DAIRY

WALCOT GREEN

642308

NORFOLK HOUSE YARD

652594

DELICATESSENS - SEE SUPERMARKETS FREDRICKS FINE FOODS

DELIVERY - SEE POST OFFICE DAYBURST

07810 852089

28

DENTISTS / DENTAL TECHNICIANS BERNARD MAYSTON DENTAL SERVICE BOWLER AND WARD FAIR GREEN FAMILY DENTAL PRACTICE KINNEAR KING A CAMBERWELL DENTAL PRACTICE WAVENEY DENTAL LABORATORY

127 VICTORIA ROAD 65 MOUNT STREET DENMARK GREEN 3 MOUNT STREET 3 CHURCH STREET DARROW FARM

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123

DEPARTMENT STORES WESTGATE STORES.

MARKET PLACE.

652248

DISS BUSINESS CENTRE TIVETSHALL ST MARY

644200 676713

108

640111 642720

46

DESIGN FOR PRINT KING DESIGN TYPE & IMAGE

DIY STORES GODFREY DIY (S) VICTORIA ROAD LARTER AND FORD MARKET HILL

DRAIN CLEARANCE DRAIN CLEARANCE SERVICE

FRENZE ROAD

643210

WILLS YARD CHAPEL STREET ST NICHOLAS STREET 5 ST NICHOLAS STREET 2 SHELFANGER ROAD

641919 643300 640220 651788

BURY RD WORTHAM

890662

55 SUNNYSIDE 22 BRUSHMAKERS WAY

642469 678327

DRAPERY AND FABRICS DISS FURNISHING FABRICS THE FABRIC SHOP ROOMS WITH A VIEW ANNE TAYLOR

26

20

DRESSMAKER - SEE BRIDAL SARAH BELINDA

DRIVING INSTRUCTORS GEOFF SILLETT DISS SCHOOL OF MOTORING

DRY CLEANERS / LAUNDERETTES/ IRONING SERVICES JOHNSONS PRESSED TO GO

MARKET PLACE ROYDON

642279 652767

64 SHELFANGER ROAD

640080

VICTORIA ROAD VICTORIA ROAD 3-5 MARVEY HOUSE

0870 050 1085 642005 642741

EDUCATION & ACTIVE LEARNING EDUCATIONAL EVENTS & PROJECTS

ELECTRICAL SHOPS BENNETTS HUGHES TAYLOR ELECTRICAL

106

ELECTRICIANS / ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT DISS ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING DENMARK STREET ERICTEC CHERRYTREE COURT HILTON ELECTRICAL 21 THE CLOSE, ROYDON MY GROUP PAUL LOVETT POTTER ELECTRICAL SANDY LANE SIMONS ELECTRICAL STEVE EAGLE WALCOT ROAD

124

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52

business directory EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES ERAS 105 DENMARK STREET HALES GROUP 6A MOUNT STREET JOBCENTRE PLUS CHURCH STREET KAMA SOLUTIONS PARAMOUNT PERSONNEL SERVICES 6A MERE STREET QUALITY TEACHER RECRUITMENT DISS

652171 642276 614300 642395 650296 0800 7837405

34

52

EQUESTRIAN / FARM SUPPLIES DARROW FARM SUPPLIES

SHELFANGER ROAD

640331

ASHTON & CO BRITANNIA BUSINESS SALES DURRANTS TW GAZE RICHARD GREEN MUSKER McINTYRE LIVING PROPERTY PARSON TEMPLES WHITTLEY PARISH WILLIAM H BROWN (S)

ST NICHOLAS STREET COBBS YARD 2B MARKET HILL 10 MARKET HILL 27 ST NICHOLAS STREET 46-47 MERE STREET MERE STREET 9 MAVERY HOUSE 13 ST NICHOLAS STREET 6 MARKET HILL MERE STREET

641044 643551 642233 MAP 641341 4 644822 644822 0845 676 0603 650680 644123 640808 644719

FINANCIAL SERVICES - SEE INSURANCE BPR FINANCIAL SERVICES COMPASS INDEPENDENT FIN SERVICES GAM LTD (OFFSHORE INVESTMENT) GROSVENOR BELL (OFFSHORE INVESTMENT) HANSEN LLOYD MERRICK HILL RESPONSE MORTGAGE SERVICES

4 MARKET HILL DISS BUSINESS CENTRE DISS BUSINESS CENTRE DISS BUSINESS CENTRE DISS BUSINESS CENTRE 3 ST NICHOLAS STREET 13 MARKET HILL

650818 644655 650948 643213 650506 643444 643302

7 ST NICHOLAS STREET VINCES ROAD

643978 651231

66/68 SHELFANGER RD DENMARK STREET MARKET PLACE 16 VICTORIA RD

644368 642412 641246 650434

KINGS HEAD YARD

641863

ESTATE AGENTS / PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

44

FIREPLACES / STOVES DISS IRONWORKS STOVE & CHIMNEY CENTRE

28

FISH AND CHIP SHOPS BAILEYS FISH AND CHIPS FAIR GREEN FISH BAR MARKET PLACE FISH & CHIPS THE FISH SHOP

FISHMONGERS CASTLES

FITNESS CENTRES, ETC - SEE HEALTH DISS SQUASH CLUB 20 WALCOT ROAD DISS SWIM & FITNESS CENTRE VICTORIA ROAD FIT CLUB HOPPER WAY SANDY LANE MANDIE HILLMAN RETURN TO FITNESS DISS BUSINESS CENTRE

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125

FLORISTS THE FLOWER SHOP JANNIE JANES PARK FLOWERS (S) STRUDWICKS

12 ST NICHOLAS STREET SHELFANGER ROAD PARK ROAD ROSE LANE

642569 650564 644171 642677

1 MERE STREET

641515

VICTORIA ROAD PRINCE REGENT WAY STATION YARD VICTORIA ROAD VICTORIA ROAD

652280 652235 643346 643333 642362

STANLEY ROAD VICTORIA ROAD

642321 640810

1 CHAPEL STREET WILLS YARD CHAPEL ST VINCES ROAD DARROW FARM WINFARTHING VICTORIA ROAD

641186 642772 644081 INSIDE FRONT COVER 644160 01953 861177 651426

ASLACTON

677691

DARROW FARM EYE

644359 871010

FOOD RETAILERS - OTHER HOLLAND AND BARRETT

FUEL SUPPLIERS BROADLAND FUELS CPL PETROLEUM LTD / BRITISH FUELS CPL DISTRIBUTION PHOENIX PETROLEUM SHELL DIRECT

FUNERAL SERVICES RACKHAMS FUNERAL SERVICE ROSEDALE FUNERAL HOME

60 64

FURNITURE / BEDS - SEE KITCHENS COUNTRY PINE AND COLLECTABLES DISS BED CENTRE JOHN DOE DOLPHIN HOUSE INTERIORS SOUND ASLEEP BEDS WALLACE KING

GARAGE DOORS AND GATES CHAPEL DOORS

GARDEN MACHINERY & REPAIRS DISS GARDEN MACHINERY MICHAELS MOWERS

GARDEN DESIGN / SERVICES / LANDSCAPING DWS MAINTENANCE ESSENTIAL SERVICES RICHARD PORTER ROLFE AND STRINGER MELLIS A P RUSH 27 CHAMPNEYS ROAD COWLING LANDSCAPE ALLWOOD GREEN

650380 642119 641853 783548 651179 258555

GARDEN SUPPLIES DISS GARDEN CENTRE (S) GARY COOPER PAVING MYHILLS BLOOMS PILLAR TO POST PLANT CENTRE

106 VICTORIA ROAD ROYDON 35 MERE STREET BRESSINGHAM 32 VICTORIA ROAD PARK ROAD

642873 644459 642465 688551 642114 644171

28

642102 641186 07983 682014 642059 652986

48

GIFT SHOPS L J CHAPMAN 34 MERE STREET COUNTRY PINE AND COLLECTABLES CRYSTAL CRAFTS 4 COBBS YARD LESLIE WARD GIFTS & COLLECTABLES 25 CHURCH STREET SKINSENSE NORFOLK HOUSE YARD

126

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HOPPER WAY

650797

STUSTON COMMON STUSTON

641025 741116

VINCES ROAD

642406

GOLF SHOPS DISS GOLF CLUB LAND OF GOLF

GREENGROCERS - WHOLESALE CHENERY C

HABERDASHERY - SEE DRAPERY HAIRDRESSERS - SEE BEAUTY SALONS AQUARIA HAIR DESIGN 39A CHAPEL ST BARBER SHOP 34 CHAPEL STREET CRACKERS & CHAPS ST NICHOLAS STREET THE CUTTING ROOM ROYDON DOLPHIN HOUSE HAIR DESIGN CHURCH STREET FORMULAA 4 CHURCH STREET GLOSS MARKET HILL THE HAIR COMPANY SAWMILLS ROAD THE HAIRLOOM 1 ROYDON ROAD JUNCTION HAIR STUDIO 103 DENMARK STREET KATE 6 BLACKTHORN CLOSE LAWRENCE PAUL VINCES ROAD LORRAINE MAGENTA HAIR STUDIO 2 HALES YARD SARAH DISS (MOBILE) THE STRAND COBBS YARD STYLERS CHAPEL STREET UNIQUE HAIRDRESSERS SAWMILLS TEXTURE CUTTING ROOMS 30 VICTORIA ROAD

652787 641776 651660 643235 642860 652484 640005 640641 642280 644906 652598 640740 650778 650808 643152 640150 644044 651397 651717

20

642720

46

HARDWARE LARTER & FORD MARKET HILL

HEALTH & FITNESS - SEE FITNESS CENTRES ETC MICK GLYNN

www.mickglynn.co.uk

07879 455966

NORFOLK HOUSE YARD

651832

29 DENMARK STREET

642244

54

VICTORIA ROAD 3 ST NICHOLAS STREET HOPPER WAY

646500 643444 651800

44 46

7 ST NICHOLAS ST WILLS YARD

643978 644319

HEALTH FOODS NATURAL FOODSTORE

HOTELS PARK HOTEL (S)

INSURANCE SERVICES - SEE FINANCIAL SERVICES LEXHAM INSURANCE MERRICK HILL NFU MUTUAL

IRONWORK/METALWORK DISS IRONWORKS JARVIS

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JEWELLERS CHAPMAN L J DISS ANTIQUES & INTERIORS EVERY CLOUD HEMSTOCKS JEWELLERY WORKSHOP

34 MERE STREET 2 MARKET PLACE 25A ST NICHOLAS ST 42 MERE STREET 1 MARKET PLACE

642102 642213 642525 642497 644790

THE HEYWOOD

640090

48 24 30

KENNELS / CATTERIES QUINCES KENNELS AND CATTERY

KEY CUTTING ALBRIGHTS 23 ST NICHOLAS ST ESSEX SHOE REPAIRS 11D MARKET PLACE LARTER & FORD MARKET HILL

642066 650184 642720

46

KITCHENS AND BATHROOMS AGR HOME INTERIORS 28 VICTORIA ROAD BEAM ENDS PULHAM MARKET HAYDON & SHAW (ICS) VINCES ROAD P C KITCHENS AND BATHROOMS PREMIER INSTALLATIONS 19A CHAPEL STREET STYLE KITCHENS VINCES ROAD

644282 608873 652742 652791 640800 652742

54 86

LOCKSMITHS ALBRIGHTS

23 ST NICHOLAS ST

642066

PARK ROAD

642760

2 VINCES ROAD MERE STREET

641111 0800 049 0049

PARK ROAD 101 VICTORIA ROAD VINCES ROAD

642760 642631 652366

MOBILITY EQUIPMENT COBBS

MOBILE PHONES CAR & COMMERCIAL INSTALLATIONS CARPHONE WAREHOUSE

MOTOR CYCLE SALES AND REPAIRS W S COBB BAVIN’S PRETTY MOTORCYCLES

MUSIC TEACHERS BOND P (CLASSICAL GUITAR) SNOW STREET ROYDON PAUL FROST (GUITAR) BANHAM KITCHEN R A (VIOLIN & KEYBOARD) ROYDON ROAD MAPPERLEY C (PIANO) NEWSON M (PIANO) ORCHARD GROVE PIANIST LOUISE NORTH LOPHAM

643388 01953 888193 642468 641985 642962 687203

NEWSAGENTS MARTINS (S) W H SMITH

20 MERE STREET 13 MERE STREET

642758 642160

MERE STREET 26 MERE STREET ATTLEBOROUGH

642264 644517 01953 456789

HEYWOOD GISSING HOPPER WAY

644461 677300 650420

NEWSPAPERS / PUBLISHERS DISS EXPRESS DISS MERCURY DISPATCH MAGAZINE

NURSERIES / NURSERY SCHOOLS CONKERS NURSERY SCHOOL GISSING CHILDRENS CENTRE SAFE HANDS DAY NURSERY

128

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business directory OFFICE SUPPLIES IMPACT OFFICE PRODUCTS LYNDALE COMPACT FURNITURE SPECIALISTS OFFICE LINE UK

VINCES ROAD VINCES ROAD VINCES ROAD

652167 640500 643085

2 MARKET HILL 45 MERE STREET 15 MARKET STREET

650899 642739 642598

16 CHAPEL STREET

644407

OPTICIANS ADKINS OPTICIANS SCRIVENS STODEL

18

OSTEOPATHS OSTEOPATH & NAT HEALTH CLINIC

PAINTERS, DECORATORS, ETC. - SEE BUILDERS ALLUM M WM BROWN WAY ROYDON 640461 D SOMERS ROYDON 643694 ORCHARD 641387 RGN PAINTER/DECORATOR HARRISONS YARD SKE PAINTING & DECORATING STUSTON 740214

66

PAWN BROKERS EASY CASH

ST NICHOLAS STREET

652496

ROYDON

650857

MERE STREET VICTORIA ROAD SAWMILLS 35 MERE STREET PARK ROAD

650245 642873 650444 642465 642697

PARK ROAD VICTORIA ROAD VICTORIA ROAD

642311 641459 646030

12 MERE STREET 14A ST NICHOLAS ST VINCES ROAD 13 MARKET HILL

640510 644567 652167 640452

PET GROOMING CRAZY DOGS

PET SHOPS / SUPPLIES DISCOVER PETS CORNER DISS GARDEN CENTRE GIANT PET WAREHOUSE MYHILLS THE WATER GARDENS (S)

28

PETROL SALES JOHN GROSE (S) MORRISONS (S) SHELL DISS (S) (24 HRS)

PHOTOCOPYING THE CAMERA SHOP COPYDISS IMPACT OFFICE PRODUCTS PHOTO-ELITE

PHOTOGRAPHERS BB PHOTOGRAPHY VICTORIA ROAD CHRIS HOELZER BAYNARD HO ROYDON DAYDREAM PHOTOGRAPHY SKELTON CLOSE GRAHAM SESSIONS 103 VICTORIA ROAD PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANDREW

652219 644873 679867 07021129566 01953 483483

22 56

PHOTO PROCESSING BOOTS THE CAMERA SHOP MYHILLS PHOTO-ELITE SUPERDRUG LESLIE WARD

9 MARKET PLACE 12 MERE STREET 35 MERE STREET 13 MARKET HILL 19 MERE STREET 25/26 CHURCH STREET

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PIANO TUNERS JOHN GARLINGE

11 LINDEN GROVE

640100

WILLS YARD CHAPEL ST

644968

HOPPER WAY 1 ORCHARD GROVE

641400 650746

PICTURE FRAMES ORCHARD FRAMES

48

PLAY CENTRES MONSTERS PYRAMIDS PLAY BUS

PLUMBING / HEATING MY GROUP M.A. HEATING SERVICES GISLINGHAM PREMIER 19A CHAPEL STREET RG RACKHAMS 19 FURZE BANK SHORTER M BRESSINGHAM RD. ROYDON VILLAGE HEATING HEYWOOD ROAD WENSUM SOFTENERS & PLUMBING ROYDON

01953 497177 783427 640800 640172 687537 642265 652517

52

62

PLUMBING SUPPLIES - SEE HARDWARE & BUILDERS MERCHANTS PTS

VINCES ROAD

651303

7 MARKET PLACE CHURCH STREET

642198 646400

ROSE LANE THE ENTRY GILRAY ROAD ROYDON VINCES ROAD UNIT B9 OWEN ROAD

651071 642045 652251 688344 651041 651107

LOWER DENMARK ST 15 ST NICHOLAS ST 9 ST NICHOLAS STREET MARKET HILL MOUNT STREET 11 ST NICHOLAS ST 43 MERE STREET 20 MARKET PLACE HIGH ROAD

643633 642179 651613 652444 652853 642610 652695 642913 643597

POST OFFICE MAIN SORTING OFFICE

PRINTERS ANGLIA PRINT SOLUTIONS FRANCIS CUPISS EYE PRESS PCI LTD POLESTAR ANGLIA TOWN AND COUNTRY PRINTERS

40

66

PUBLIC HOUSES (FOOD+) COCK INN (S)+ CROWN (S) GREYHOUND (S)+ NUMBER 13 SARACENS HEAD (S)+ TWO BREWERS (S) + WATERFRONT(S) + WHITE HORSE (S)+ WHITE HART ROYDON (S)+

REMOVALS / HOUSE CLEARANCE ALAN COOK LODDON/DISS BENNETTS 27 TOTTINGTON LA COLEMAN REMOVALS AND STORAGE 23 HAWK CRESCENT VAN AND A MAN

130

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business directory RESTAURANTS CAFES AND TAKEAWAYS(**) - SEE PUBLIC HOUSES AMANDINES (VEGETARIAN) NORFOLK HOUSE YARD ANGEL CAFÉ 1 FAIR GREEN CAFE CULTURE 11 MARKET PLACE CK STEAKHOUSE & BAR UNIT 13B HOPPER WAY COSTA COFFEE 7-8 MERE STREET DISS PUBLISHING BOOKSHOP & CAFE MERE STREET DISS TANDOORI INDIAN (S)** SHELFANGER ROAD DJ’S STATION COFFEE SHOP** THE RAILWAY STATION FAYRE VIEW RESTAURANT 65 DENMARK STREET FREDRICKS FINE FOODS NORFOLK YARD HAPPY PALACE CHINESE (S)** ST NICHOLAS STREET HING LEE (S)** 25 MERE STREET INDIAN VIEW TAKEAWAY CHURCH STREET ISTANBUL KEBAB HOUSE (S)** 54 MERE STREET JADE GARDEN CHINESE (S)** 110 VICTORIA ROAD KAPRA HALES YARD MERE MOMENTS 44 MERE STREET NUMBER 13 MARKET HILL PARK HOTEL (S) 29 DENMARK STREET PIT STOP ALDRICH WAY PIZZA PLUS** 6 MAVERY HOUSE CAFÉ CULTURE MARKET PLACE MORRISONS COFFEE SHOP (S) VICTORIA RD SANDA'S** 4 MARKET PLACE SINGTONG THAI RESTAURANT NORFOLK HOUSE YARD SPICE COTTAGE DOLPHIN HOUSE WEAVERS MARKET HILL

640449 644631 651133 18 652760 644612 INSIDE BACK COVER 651685 641517 644684 652594 641888 642088 650100 650777 42 642110 650141 07790 695056 652444 642244 54 644381 644366 52 651050 640954 643504 651580 640777 642411

SCRAP IRON AND METALWORK GILLINGS SCRAP IRON AND METAL MISSION ROAD

642983

24

SHOE REPAIRS ESSEX SHOE REPAIRS

MARKET PLACE

650184

SHELFANGER HALL

641634

18 MARKET PLACE 4 MERE STREET

650703 651591

STUSTON HOUSE STUSTON

740606

23 ROYDON ROAD

652126

SHEDS THE SHED CO

108

SHOE SHOPS CANDIES STEAD AND SIMPSON

SIGNS DISSIGNS

SOLAR HEATING SOLAR SAVING SOLUTIONS

SOLICITORS FRANCIS CHENERY NORFOLK HOUSE YARD COMERCRAWLEY VICTORIA ROAD JACKAMAN SMITH & MULLEY MERE STREET LLOYD & CO 2 ROYDON ROAD RAYMOND THOMPSON 2 VICTORIA ROAD STEELE & CO 2 MOUNT STREET OVERBURYS 2 VICTORIA ROAD

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131

SPECIAL NEEDS BATHING AGR INTERIORS

28 VICTORIA ROAD

644282

SPORTS AND RIDING EQUIPMENT - SEE GOLF DISS CUE CLUB MISSION ROAD HORSES IN SPORT HEYWOOD LEISURE SPORT MERE ST

651298 651647 644226

112

STABLES DISS LIVERY CENTRE

WESTBROOK GREEN

642464

41 MERE STREET VINCES ROAD 13 MERE STREET

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VINCES ROAD 2C GILRAY ROAD

652211 651562

VICTORIA ROAD MERE STREET VICTORIA ROAD

640954 643324 0845 6779877

ST NICHOLAS ST MOUNT STREET 21 CHAMPNEYS ROAD MERESIDE

651660 643970 643985 650915

VICTORIA ROAD 16-17 CHAPEL STREET

776127 658740

STATIONERS DISS PUBLISHING BOOKSHOP IMPACT OFFICE PRODUCTS W.H. SMITH LTD.

STONEMASONS / MEMORIALS H L PERFITT LTD MS MEMORIALS

32

SUPERMARKETS MORRISONS (S) CO-OP TESCO (S)

TANNING AND TONING - SEE BEAUTY CRACKERS AND CHAPS HALF MOON TANNING AND TONING (S) HOMETAN SOLARIUMS MERE TANNING & BEAUTY STUDIO

TATTOOS BLISS PIERCINGS & TATTOOS PIGMENTAL TATTOOS

TAXI SERVICES ABLE TAXIS ALM TAXIS BARRY’S JB EXECUTIVE TAXIS MERE CABS QUICK CABS SB TAXIS SCOLE CABS UNITED TAXIS

640900 608602 643886 652014 651576 640556 641521 741471 644400

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44

TEA AND COFFEE SPECIALISTS RINGTONS TEA DISTIBUTORS

GILRAY ROAD

0800 0522 440

TELEVISION AND RADIO EQUIPMENT - SEE ELECTRICAL SHOPS TILES / CERAMICS DISS TILING LTD SNETTERTON CERAMICS TILES TILE STUDIO

132

DENMARK STREET SNETTERTON 146 VICTORIA ROAD

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650839 01953 887088 644090

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business directory TOOLS / TOOL AND PLANT HIRE - SEE ALSO BUILDERS MERCHANTS BRISTOL AMES PLANT DISS FASTENERS DRIVER G A. JCB HIRE TOUCAN TOOL HIRE

WATTISFIELD GILRAY ROAD 108 VICTORIA ROAD 44 VICTORIA ROAD

01359 251220 643506 651212 640404

22

2 ST NICHOLAS STREET

640003

10 TAVERN CLOSE

644749

MERE STREET 10 MARKET PLACE

643521 640227

SOUTH LOPHAM LOW STREET

07810 314948 668636

84

96 VICTORIA ROAD

641514

32

MARKET HILL MERE STREET

EX DIR EX DIR

29 SHELFANGER ROAD VINCES ROAD PARK ROAD DARROW FARM 79 VICTORIA ROAD

642861 651976 641041 640200 644000

DARROW FARM

644160

27 MERE STREET SKELTON ROAD

650381 642828

70 MISSION ROAD UPLANDS WAY

651183 642865

25 ST NICHOLAS ST

652307

ATTLEBOROUGH

01953 456789

TOYS / MODELS TOYBOX

TRANSLATORS JULIE ARBON (FRENCH)

TRAVEL AGENTS THOMAS COOK TRAVELCARE

TREE SURGEON BRIDGE FARM TREE SERVICES WAVENEY TREE SPECIALISTS

TROPHIES DISS TROPHY CENTRE

TURF ACCOUNTANTS LADBROKES CORAL BETTING SHOP

TYRES AND EXHAUSTS ATS TREADFIRST RAPID FIT WYATT ENGINEERING BRIDGE TYRES

UPHOLSTERY - SEE DRAPERY AND FABRICS DOLPHIN INTERIORS

VARIETY / CONVENIENCE STORES DISCOUNT SHOP PATEL

VETS LINDEN HOUSE VETERINARY CENTRE UPLANDS WAY VET GROUP

46 108

VIDEO HIRE BLOCKBUSTER VIDEO

WEB DESIGN SPIDER SOLUTIONS

98

WEIGHT LOSS SLIMMING WORLD

677119

WINDOW CLEANERS CLEANWOOD TURRELL CLEANING SERVICES

7 MISSION ROAD BRESSINGHAM

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651707 687751

108

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WINDOWS AND CONSERVATORIES ANGLIA FIRST HOME IMPROVEMENTS DISS WINDOWS AND CONSERVATORIES STRATTON GLASS & WINDOWS

19A CHAPEL STREET SAWMILLS ROAD UNIT 9, HOPPER WAY

646300 650303 647332

79 VICTORIA RD 2D GILRAY RD

651700 652926

COBBS YARD

650640

3C GILRAY ROAD VINCES ROAD 8 ROYDON ROAD WEAVERS COURT 6 EGREMONT ROAD DISS BUSINESS CENTRE NAVIRE HOUSE MERE ST NAVIRE HOUSE MERE ST OLD MILL HO, BOTESDALE PO BOX 261 DISS 133 VICTORIA ROAD SKELTON CLOSE ST NICHOLAS STREET DENMARK STREET NAVIRE HOUSE MERE ST

640569 644877 651999 650669 643480 644533 646020 651800 898535 07963 977430 650651 642589 646954 641244 644449

1B GILRAY ROAD VICTORIA ROAD SANDY LANE 17 OWEN ROAD DISS BUSINESS CENTRE VINCES ROAD 57 VICTORIA ROAD VINCES ROAD OWEN ROAD 3A GILRAY ROAD VINCES ROAD LOUIES LANE VINCES ROAD DISS BUSINESS CENTRE VINCES ROAD GILRAY ROAD OWEN ROAD 2B GILRAY ROAD UNIT 8 VINCES ROAD OWEN ROAD DISS BUSINESS CENTRE VINCES ROAD

641441 641617 642936 642224 650485 644202 652797 07880-720886 646200 640406 644877 643599 649500 652822 652457 642374 644233 640450 643506 649400 651044 644813

VICTORIA ROAD VINCES ROAD 25 FACTORY LANE SAWMILLS ROAD 21 CROFFT LANE DENMARK BRIDGE 4 VINCES ROAD

652512 652263 651408 649700 642178 642620 640704

WINDSCREENS AUTOGLASS EASTERN WINDSCREENS

WOOL & CRAFTS - SEE ART DISS WOOL AND CRAFT SHOP

OTHER BUSINESSES - OFFICES AVC2000 LTD BOA SYSTEMS ENGAGE SOFTWARE HOUSING WITH CARE SCHEMES JF DESIGNS INTERNET QUALITY SOLUTIONS MILLER FISHER LOSS ADJUSTERS NATIONAL FARMERS UNION OYSTER WEBB DESIGN PROFILE WEBSITE QUALITY LIAISON SERVICES SKELTON CLOSE SHELTERED HOUSING SOLO HOUSING ASSOCIATION ST MATTHEWS HOUSING SYNE QUA NON DATA MANAGEMENT

INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL ALAN GORDON PA SPECIALISTS AM DESIGN ALLIED GRAIN ANGLIA LTD ANGLIA VENDING MACHINES ASSESSMENT & CONSTRUCTION TRAINING LTD BARRIC LTD ELECTRONICS BARTRUMS STORAGE & DISTRIBUTION BASSETT JOINERY BERU F1 SYSTEMS BH ASSOCIATES BOILER MANF BOA SYSTEMS BOGGIS ORGAN BUILDERS BOUNTY SCA WORLDWIDE BURROUGHS CONTEMPORARY ART CHURCH STEPHEN FURNITURE MANF CRYSTAL HERBS DARREN ELECTRONICS DEVANTECH ELECRONICS DISS FASTENERS DISS FULFILMENT SERVICES DRIVE ALIVE (TRAINING) ENSIGN ACCESSORIES LTD INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL cont GARNHAMS TIMBER MERCHANTS GAS ARC GAS CONTROL MANF R GREEN TRANSPORT HAMLIN ELECTRONICS G HOWELL & SON HUME F. LIVESTOCK HAULIERS HYDRA DESIGN

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Diss Post Codes Showing house numbers and the number of dwellings ALDRICH WAY IP22 4FJ 1-42 (42)

BRYARS LANE IP22 4GB 1-8 (8)

COBBOLD STREET IP22 4YW 1-29 (23)

DOUBLEDAY CLOSE IP22 4ND 1-13 (10)

FITZWALTER ROAD IP22 4PU 1-39 (29)

APPLETREE LANE IP22 4FL 1-18 (17)

BURSTON ROAD IP22 5SX 2-14 (11)

COLERIDGE ROAD IP22 4PZ 1-31 (30)

DURBRIDGES HILL IP22 5SY (3)

FRENZE HALL LANE IP22 4XW (2)

IP22 4TL 17-58 (29)

BURTON CLOSE IP22 4YJ 1-11 (11)

CONSTABLE CLOSE IP22 4YP 1-10 (10)

EGREMONT ROAD IP22 4NF 1-48 (41)

FRENZE ROAD IP22 4PA 1-52 (33) IP22 4PB 23-76 (22)

BUXTON ROAD IP22 4WZ 1-24 (19)

COOKS YARD, DENMARK ST. IP22 4BE (2)

CAUSEWAY IP22 4AW 1-3 (4)

COTMAN CLOSE IP22 4BS 1-23 (12)

CHAMPNEYS ROAD IP22 4PR 1-12 (9)

CROFT CLOSE IP22 4NB 1-14 (13)

BALDRY’S YARD IP22 4NQ 1-7 (9) BASHAM STREET IP22 4YY 1-30 (19) BEEHIVE YARD, DENMARK ST. IP22 4LQ 2-5 (4) BELLACRE CLOSE IP22 4HJ 1-15 (15) BLACKTHORN CLOSE IP22 4ZA 1-16 (13) BLOMEFIELD ROAD IP22 4NU 1-26 (26) BRAMLEY ROAD IP22 4LT 1-39 (36) BREWERS GREEN LANE IP22 4QP 1-5 (6) BRUSHMAKERS WAY IP22 4QZ 1-31 (28)

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ENSIGN WAY IP22 4GP THE ENTRY IP22 4NT 1-7 (9) FACTORY LANE IP22 4EF (13) IP22 4NE 15-27 (7) IP22 4EG 2-42 (21)

IP22 4PS 7-49 (36)

CROFT LANE IP22 4NA 1-54 (51)

CHAPEL STREET IP22 4AN 3-39 (9)

CROME CLOSE IP22 4BU 1-21 (11)

FAIR GREEN IP22 4BQ 2-23 (32) IP22 4BG 24-36 (11) IP22 4BH (4)

CHERRY TREE COURT IP22 4QW 1-30 (30)

DE LUCY CLOSE IP22 4YL 1-29 (27)

FALCON AVENUE IP22 4PE 1-20 (20)

CHURCH STREET IP22 4DD 1-18 (3)

DENMARK LANE IP22 4DG 4-8 (4) IP22 4BL (4)

FARTHING CLOSE IP22 4NH 1-4 (4)

CLARE HOUSE, FRENZE ROAD IP22 4NZ (26)

DENMARK RISE IP22 4LG 1-13 (13)

CLEMENT GARDENS IP22 4JW 1-6 (6)

DENMARK STREET IP22 4LE 1-28 (33) IP22 4BE 34-86 (48) IP22 4LF 87-110 (32)

FIELD HOUSE GARDENS IP22 4PH 1-74 (52) FISHER ROAD IP22 4JR 1-81 (41) IP22 4JS 2-64 (32)

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GAINSBOROUGH AVENUE IP22 4YR 2-61 (38) GOSTLING CLOSE IP22 4XQ 1-25 (17) HALL HILLS IP22 4LP 1-23 (24) HARRISON’S YARD IP22 4EL 1-6 (6) HAWK CRESCENT IP22 4PQ 1-37 (31) HAWTHORN CLOSE IP22 4ZB 1-29 (22) HEYWOOD AVENUE IP22 4DN 1-59 (49) HEYWOOD ROAD IP22 4DJ 1-33 (31) IP22 4DL 30-52 (16) IP22 4SY 54-58 (3)

DISS post codes

IVES CLOSE IP22 4YG 1-11 (9)

MARKET HILL IP22 4JZ 4-13 (3)

NEWSTEAD WALK IP22 5RY 1-13 (13)

JENNINGS WAY IP22 4DP 1-34 (35)

MARKET PLACE IP22 4AB 14a - 16b (2) IP22 4JT (1)

NORFOLK HOUSE YARD IP22 4LB (3)

LADBROKE CLOSE IP22 4BX 2-48 (25) LINDEN GROVE IP22 4GJ 1-23 (22) LORD ROAD IP22 4HD 6-16 (6) IP22 4JA 1-37 (21) LOUIE’S COURT IP22 4EF (13) LOUIE’S LANE IP22 4LR 1-28 (31) IP22 4LY 25-35(6) IP22 4LS 30-48 (11) IP22 4EQ 41-80 (25) IP22 4QN 59-106 (28)

MARTIN ROAD IP22 4HR 1-26 (20) MASEFIELD ROAD IP22 4PX 1-27 (27) MERE MANOR COURT IP22 4WX 1-4 (4) MERESIDE APARTMENTS IP22 4GE 1-2 (2) MERE STREET IP22 4AD 12a - 36c (6) IP22 4AG 46-47 (1) MILLWAY AVENUE IP22 4QL 1-30 (28)

LOWES VIEW IP22 4JP 1-17 (17)

MISSION ROAD IP22 4HX 1-37 (43)

MALLARD COURT IP22 4LL 1-4 (4)

MOUNT PLEASANT IP22 4DT 13-36 (24)

MALTINGS CLOSE IP22 4YH 1-4 (4)

MOUNT STREET IP22 4WG 4-50 (40) IP22 4QQ 51-70 (23)

MANOR GARDENS IP22 4EJ 1-8 (9)

OAK DRIVE IP22 4GX ORCHARD GROVE IP22 4LX 1-28 (28) PAINE CLOSE IP22 4YN 1-14 (13) PARK ROAD IP22 4AS (1) PARKSIDE COURT IP22 4NJ 1-41 (41) PEARCE ROAD IP22 4YF 1-41 (34) PEARMAIN ROAD IP22 4LZ 1-20 (19) PEREGRINE CLOSE IP22 4PG 1-14 (14) PIPERS GARDENS IP22 4BB 1-6 (6) POLLARD COURT IP22 4PJ 1-12 (11) POTASH FEN IP22 5SG (4) PRINCE REGENT WAY IP22 4YQ (2)

PURSEHOUSE WAY IP22 4YB 1-13 (7) IP22 4YD 15-59 (23) IP22 4ET 2-46 (23) RECTORY MEADOW IP22 4HA 1-6 (6) REDHILL CLOSE IP22 4PL 1-3 (3) RIVERSIDE IP22 4BE (5)

SHELFANGER COURT IP22 4EN 1-9 (7) SHELFANGER ROAD IP22 4EP 1-4 (4) IP22 4EH 7-75 (40) IP22 4DX 76-124 (25) IP22 4DY 77-97 (12) IP22 4DZ 99-119 (13) SHREEVES ROAD IP22 4HS 1-25 (20)

RIVERSIDE MALTINGS IP22 4RA 1-55 (56)

SHUCKFORD CLOSE IP22 4XS 1-6 (6)

ROSE LANE IP22 4JF 1-66 (25)

SKELTON CLOSE IP22 4PP 1-12 (12)

ROYDON ROAD IP22 4LN 3-39 (35) IP22 4LW 10-85 (33)

SKELTON ROAD IP22 4EZ 1-19 (20) IP22 4PW 14-67 (35) IP22 4PN 36-131 (48)

RUSSET ROAD IP22 4LU 1-20 (19) STEGGLES DRIVE IP22 4FH 1-33 (21) SANDSTONE WAY IP22 4EB 1-18 (14) SANDY LANE IP22 4XZ (1) SCHOLARS WALK IP22 4EA 1-78 (44)

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SPEIRS WAY IP22 4YX 1-42 (36) ST. MARY’S COURT IP22 4DR (29) ST. MARY’S DRIVE IP22 4PT 1-34 (31) ST. NICHOLAS STREET IP22 4LB 4-26 (13)

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Diss Post Codes Showing house numbers and the number of dwellings STANLEY ROAD IP22 4BN 1-65 (29) IP22 4AZ 6-26 (11) IP22 4BW 28-70 (22) IP22 4BZ (1) STANNARD CLOSE IP22 4BT 1-8 (8) STARK CLOSE IP22 4BY 1-35 (18) STORE STREET IP22 4ED 1-25 (23) STUSTON ROAD IP22 4JB 2-36 (55) SUNNYSIDE IP22 4DS 1-67 (58) SYCAMORE WAY IP22 4ZD 1-31 (29) TAVERN CLOSE IP22 4HU 1-10 (10) TAVERN LANE IP22 4HT 1-13 (8) TAYLOR ROAD IP22 4BA 2-10 (5) IP22 4AQ 1-20 (8) IP22 4BD 7-50 (22) TENNYSON ROAD IP22 4PY 1-35 (29)

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THOMAS MANNING ROAD IP22 4HL 1-50 (46) TOTTINGTON LANE IP22 5BJ 1-40 (33) IP22 5SF 43-45 (4) TRAFALGAR WAY IP22 4JX UPLANDS WAY IP22 4DE 1-35 (19) IP22 4NL 2-36 (19) IP22 4DF 37-82 (44)

WALCOT GREEN IP22 5SR (20) IP22 5ST (8) IP22 5SS (2) IP22 5SU (1) WALCOT RISE IP22 4PD 1-51 (47) WALCOT ROAD IP22 4DB 1-39 (32) WAVENEY COURT, STUSTON ROAD IP22 4EW 1-8 (8)

WILLBYE AVENUE IP22 4NN 1-103 (60) IP22 4NW 2-80 (44) IP22 4NP 82-132 (46) WILLIAMSON CLOSE IP22 4DW 1-12 (12) WORDSWORTH ROAD IP22 4QA 1-40 (29)

WAVENEY PARK, STUSTON ROAD IP22 4JB (43)

VICTORIA CLOSE IP22 4JH 1-12 (12) VICTORIA ROAD IP22 4EX Mavery House (8) IP22 4EY 5-7 (14) IP22 4HE 8-11 (13) IP22 4HW 15-36 (27) IP22 4HZ 37-46 (11) IP22 4JE 47-71 (22) IP22 4JD (1) IP22 4JG 80-118 (63) IP22 4JN 119-135 (15)

WAVENEY ROAD IP22 4JQ 1-23 (21) WEAVERS COURT IP22 4QH 1-48 (57) WHYTEHEAD GARDENS IP22 4HB 1-36 (36)

VINCES ROAD IP22 4HG 7-15 (5) VISCOUNT CLOSE IP22 4GL

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