Village People Norfolk/Suffolk border edition Autumn 2013

Autumn 2013

HOMES • GARDENS • OUT & ABOUT • JOBS & MONEY • HEALTH • LOCAL SERVICES

Waveney Valley

Food Festival

Bumper

Diss Edition

Masterpieces:

Art in East Anglia

Meet the Norfolk Search and Rescue Team

Plus

q The magic of mushrooms q Local history: Travellers’ Tales q Zombies attack Thetford Forest!

WIN tickets for London’s Shard

q Warming autumn recipes q Local walk around Bergh Apton q The beautiful and intimate Maddermarket Theatre

The independent magazine for Norfolk / Suffolk border village people

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OUT & ABOUT 6 Good news from our region 25 Local walk around Bergh Apton 27 Ladies Who Lunch visit The King’s Head in Brooke 28 Latest film reviews 31 Alan Bennett’s ‘People’ comes to town 34 Village notice board 37 WIN tickets to London’s Shard 39 Zombies attack Thetford Forest 40 Masterpieces from East Anglia

HOMES & GARDENS 45 50 53 55 59

WIN tickets for

Waveney Valley food & drink festival Battle of the bangers Bonfire night Park Radio on the road UK’s rarest dog arrives in Diss The yards of Diss

Garden Jottings from Ken The magic of mushrooms Local history: travellers’ tales Comforting autumn recipes Mums the Word visit Loch Fyne

London’s Shard

HEALTH & BEAUTY 73 In good health 75 Ancient oriental astrology

JOBS, MONEY & BUSINESS 79 Recent employment tribunal changes 81 Smart money secrets look at income protection 82 Dusty pensions – could you have one?

SERVICES

87 Car review: Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback 89/91 Supporting local businesses 92 Find a local business or service 93 Thinking of advertising? pt secret in search & rescue scue 94 The best kept

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SHOPPING

62 Book reviews, local titles 67 Craft page: autumn shade earrings

Editor’s Letter I love that advert ‘it does exactly what it says on the tin.’ It’s a bit like that here at Village People HQ as our fabulous magazines are planned, written, created and delivered to ‘people who live in villages’! And if you’re interested in numbers, our 3 editions get delivered straight through the letterboxes of 45,000 of these lovely village homes and we’re now up to 190 villages in south Norfolk. Phew…

But our focus on villages doesn’t mean we ignore the local towns so we’ve included a bumper feature in this issue on the exciting events planned for Diss during October & November so check it out!

You can also tell your friends and colleagues who live in one of the local towns that they can now pick up their own copy of Village People from our stands in the Co-op in Diss, Mere Moments coffee house or the Tourist Information at Mere’s Mouth in Diss, or Budgens in Harleston. We don’t want town folk to miss out after all!

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Our ‘Supporting Local Business’ page has doubled overnight with so many readers contacting us about the great service they have received from local businesses advertising in Village People. If you have a comment about someone you have used from the magazine, please get in touch and let us know.

This issue’s competition is sure to appeal to everyone (except those with a fear of heights) so to WIN a trip to London’s newest and most eagerly awaited visitor attraction, check out our competition and experience London from a new perspective.

And as I write this letter, autumn seems to be here already, especially with talk of local bonfires and fireworks, but let’s cling on to this bit of the year as hard as we can because any minute now I’m going to be talking about Christmas!

Until next issue. . .

Lily Goulder editor@village-people.info

Follow us on Twitter VPMagazine or call our friendly team on 0330 660 0325 or visit our website to find out more www.village-people.info

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Kenyan school appeal success!

Last December we told readers about the appeal to connect this remote mountain village school in Kenya to the mains electricity supply.

We are pleased to announce that after 3 years of fund-raising the school is finally connected! Working with the school patron, Joshua Matu, Adullam’s Cave in Stowmarket have held several fundraisers and special sale events to raise the £3,000 needed.

The school was finally connected in the summer.

Sadly, only weeks after completing the work, Joshua died in hospital but not before seeing his greatest wish fulfilled. Thank you to all our customers and fundraisers who helped make this possible.

This is one of several projects supported by Adullam’s Cave. If you’d like to help or find out more, please get in contact with Colin Flack at the shop on 01449 770082.

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People in rural areas often struggle without bus service. However, their own transport or a regular provide better will ppa erho this boost to the Bord amenities. This will help and jobs s, shop l loca to ss acce l isolation and grow increase employment, lower rura the local economy.” www.borderhoppa.co.uk

More Good news Housing charity looking for new landlords Solo Housing is an established charity working in East Anglia to help prevent single people becoming homeless. We are funded by local councils and are always in need of people with a spare room to let to someone who may be homeless or potentially homeless.

Lodgers are aged 18-65, single and have little or no support needs. They may have fallen out with their parents or had a relationship breakup. All they want is somewhere to live and to get on with their lives, and Solo Housing is helping people do that every day.

The process is very easy. Both landlords/ladies and potential lodgers complete an application to ensure they are suitable and to provide criteria in what kind of person or home they are looking for. We can then match according to this information.

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from our region Wymondham De mentia Support Group

The Wymondham Pabulum Café Comm ittee was set up in 2008 to help those diagn osed with dementia, an d their carers. The objective was to establish a Pabulum Café in Wymondham mo delled upon ‘Alzheim er Cafes’ established in Ho lland by Dr Biere Mi esen, a Clinical Psycholog ist.

The style of the ca fe provides a friend ly meeting place where those with dementia, the ir carers and family members ca n come together an d receive support, guidance and information in a relaxed atmosphere whilst enjoying refreshm ents and light lunches.

The café provides activities like remini scence sessions, various ga mes, craft work an d quizzes, as well as a carers gro up where carers ca n share experiences which help others devise coping strategies.

If you could benefit from these services, then get in touch with Wymo ndham Dementia Support Group by emailing trevor-brown@tisc ali.co.uk or calling 01953 8517 96. www.wymondham -dementia-suppo rt-group.org

Lifeline Alarm Service Peace of mind at the touch of a button The Lifeline unit enables someone to call for help 24 hours a day.

It comes with an emergency button and a variety of sensors to help people live independently at home.

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Olive’s Big Surprise

Olive is a speckledy hen who lives on a South Norfolk farm. This delightful story, inspired by real events, tells what happened to her one sunny afternoon and will appeal to all 2-4 year olds.

Written as a bedtime story, it is also suitable for new readers.

Priced at only £5 it makes a perfect present. All profits go to the Brewhouse Project, an initiative by Pulham Market Church to benefit the young, the elderly and the isolated of the village. Buy at the shop in Pulham Market, at Town Living in Harleston, at Diss Tourist Office or online at www.gothicfarmbooks.co.uk

Tattoo studio opens in Martial Arts Centre A new tattoo studio, Lizard Ink opened its doors last month to the sound of clashing swords and nunchucks. Situated inside Wymondham Martial Arts and Wellbeing Centre, Lizard Ink specialises in custom tattoos. Check out Lizard Ink Wymondham on Facebook for more details.

Wymondham Martial Arts Centre also offers a host of martial arts disciplines along with fitness classes, holistic therapies and spiritual services, so see their website if you want to try something new this autumn, there’s something for everyone! www.wymondhammartialarts.wordpress.com

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Waveney Valley Food

A nine-day celebration of the best local food and drink

Friday 4th October - Sunday 13th October The festival kicks off on Friday 4th October with a food debate at the Fisher Theatre in Bungay.

Following that will be a week of fantastic events taking place across the whole Waveney Valley including the Battle of the Bangers in Diss on Saturday 5th October.

Diss has been named one of the healthiest places to live in Norfolk – only one of a handful of towns awarded Cittaslow (literally slow city) status.

The aim of Cittaslow is to improve the quality of life for its residents and visitors, by resisting the day-to-day hustle and bustle of modern times encouraging people to take time over enjoyable aspects of life, including food.

Characterised by its tranquil river and its mile upon mile of stunning views across some of the richest farmland in England, the Waveney Valley produces an outstanding quality and diverse range of food and drink.

Award-winning ales from fabulous microbreweries, to fresh pressed cider and apple juice, rare breed meats, artisan chocolates and talented local chefs – the Waveney Valley has it all.

After the big success of last year’s festival, the 2013 festival has been extended to last all week, so there’s sure to be an event you’re interested in.

Two flagship weekends will see events across the Waveney Valley with a festival fair taking place 12th and 13th October at Bungay Castle showcasing the best local produce and cookery demonstrations.

A number of local food charities will also be exhibiting at the fair including Waveney Food Bank and East Feast, who help schools deliver more effective learning based on working a school allotment through the seasons.

We’ve selected some examples of the local produce you will find at the festival:

See www.visitwaveneyvalley.co.uk for a full list of Alburgh Ice Cream This ice cream is made by hand in small batches using artisan ice cream machines from Italy.

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Hillfarm Oils Grown and coldpressed on a family farm in Suffolk, extra virgin rapeseed oil is a healthy and versatile cooking oil. And they make farmhouse mayonnaises too!

Suffolk Farmhouse Cheeses From the milk of their own herd of pedigree Guernseys, this family farm produces fine hand-made cheeses by traditional methods.

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and Drink Festival

from around the Waveney Valley

Grain Brewery Grain found the perfect location for their brewery in Alburgh, Norfolk, where they create their award winning beers in a converted dairy!

Just Truffles Chocolate Just Truffles use high quality Belgian chocolate from ethical sources, where money is re-invested within growing communities.

The Tudor Bakehouse Freshly made speciality breads from their bakeries in Harleston, Diss and Eye.

Photograph by Peter Eyles

the food festival events and producers involved.

Hedgerow Cordials Their slogan is “Take a walk on the wild side” and all the ingredients in these award winning handmade cordials from Suffolk are completely natural!

Stokes Sauces Mayonnaise, chutney, relishes, pickles, sauces, jam and marmalade are all made at their “saucery” in the heart of rural Suffolk.

Fielding Cottage This award winning small business supplies farmers’ markets, delis, and restaurants with tasty and healthy homegrown products from their herd of goats. You can even buy goat’s milk cosmetics like this hand and body lotion!

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Diss Feature The new collectors shop now open in Diss selling coins, medals, artefacts, militaria, old toys, antiques, stamps, fossils and a wide range of other collectables.

The Old CuriOsiTy shOp We also buy; good prices paid for any of the above. Cash paid. Phillip Elkins, 07710 524997 Open Tuesday - Saturday, 9am - 5pm in the basement of Tudor house (opposite The Greyhound pub)

23 St. Nicholas Street, Diss, Norfolk IP22 4LB 01379 640644 ocsdiss@gmail.com

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Battle

veryone loves a good banger. To celebrate this very British love affair, Diss will be holding the Waveney Valley Food and Drink Festival’s first ever Battle of the Bangers on on Saturday 5th October.

Independent butchers and sausage makers from along the valley will be competing to be voted by the public as the Waveney Valleys ‘Best Banger’. There are loads of great independent butchers from Diss, so make sure you go along to support your favourite!

Alongside the Battle of the Bangers, visitors can look forward to following a ‘sizzling sausage trail’ as the independent food retailers of Diss create sausage inspired dishes and snacks, adding to the celebration of the Great Waveney and British Banger!

A ‘Kids Den’ at St Marys Church will be open for face painting and pig drawing competitions.

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of the Bangers Diss community radio station ‘Park Radio’ will be on the market place providing music for all tastes and there will be a variety of Waveney charity stalls at the Mere’s Mouth raising money for local charities. Diss Museum, formerly two butcher’s shops, will be open for visitors.

The event starts at 9.00am, Saturday 5th October, at the Market Place, Diss.

Voting forms and sizzling sausage trail details will be available from the welcome tent on the market place on the day. Winners of all the competitions will be announced later the same day.

If you are an independent butcher or food producer and would like to join the event, then please email the event organiser, Zoë Denham, at bigskiesfoodcompany@yahoo.co.uk.

There will be free car parking in Diss all day.

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Bonfire Night Bangers It’s that time of year again – so dig out your hat and gloves, get your toffee apples at the ready and head down to the fireworks!

There will be two great displays in Diss this year.

On Saturday 2nd November, Diss Rugby Club in Roydon will be setting off their fireworks. The Diss Football Club display will be on bonfire night, Tuesday 5th November, at Brewers Green Lane, with a bonfire at 6.30pm and fireworks at 7pm.

If you’ve been inspired by all this talk of local sausages, why not knock up this warming sausage stew for a post-fireworks treat.

Bonfire Night Sausage and Bean Casserole Serves 4 Ingredients 150ml/5fl oz olive oil 8 local pork sausages 1 tbsp dried thyme 2 cloves garlic, cut in quarters 4 carrots, peeled and finely chopped 4 celery sticks, finely chopped 1 red pepper, chopped 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 tsp cumin 2 x 400g/14oz tinned borlotti beans, drained and rinsed 2 x 400g/14oz tinned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed salt to taste 2 x 400g tins chopped tomatoes 200ml boiling water Garlic bread, to serve

Preparation method 1. Choose a large saucepan and heat the olive oil until hot. Shallow fry the sausages, thyme, and garlic for five minutes.

2. Add the carrots, celery, pepper and spices and fry for a further five minutes.

3. Add the borlotti and cannellini beans and season with salt.

4. Add the tinned tomatoes and boiling water, cover with a lid and leave to simmer on a low heat for 30 minutes.

5. Remove the lid, remove the sausages and cut them into pieces.

6. Place the sausages back in the casserole and carry on cooking without the lid on a low heat for another 10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.

7. This casserole is perfect served with garlic bread.

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Silks, knitwear, dresses Separates, accessories and bags New stock every week 13a Market Place, Diss chixclothingco@live.co.uk

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Park Radio on the Road

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ark Radio, the community radio station for Diss and the Waveney Valley, has completed four 28 day broadcasts since 2010 and will be applying for a full time 5 year licence this year when Ofcom, the licencing authority, accepts applications from East Anglia.

at the “Battle of the Bangers” in Diss Market Place on October 5th as part of the Waveney Valley Food & Drink Festival, not forgetting entertaining the crowds at the annual Fireworks extravaganza at Diss Rugby Club on November 2nd and the Diss & Harleston Christmas Lights Switch-On events.

Over the summer, Park Radio has been heavily involved in supporting many community events, including local carnivals, fetes and garden parties. They have also been running a regular Quiz League in a different location each month and have hosted numerous car boot sales and family fun days, the most recent in a joint venture with Brome Grange Hotel on August Bank Holiday Monday.

As a not-for-profit organisation Park Radio relies on the support from the local community to ensure the project is sustainable and would thank everyone who has helped so far.

Before Christmas, Park Radio are planning a Party Night at the Park Hotel on October 25th and will be playing

Here’s to the first 5 years of some great local radio for Diss, Harleston and the Waveney Valley!

Keep your eyes peeled in the town and in Village People for more information on the licence application.

Park Radio has got a busy programme of events coming up in October:  The Park Radio roadshow will be broadcasting live from the Battle of the Bangers in Diss Market Place on 5 October The Park Radio Quiz Night will be at Thornham Four Horseshoes on 16 October @ 7.30pm with cash prizes and raffle  Get out your dancing shoes for the Park Radio Disco Party Night at Park Hotel, Diss from 8pm on 25 October. £5 per head.

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Italian Job is ideal for your Christmas party, whether you eat in, or get pizzas delivered straight to your office!

Option 1: All you can eat for £7.99 at our restaurant Includes a small pizza or pasta of your choice, garlic bread, dippers, potato wedges and salad.

Option 2: Order straight to your place of work!

We’ll be doing daytime deliveries in the run up to Christmas, so if you can’t come out, we’ll deliver to you!

Buy ONE get one FREE Any TWO pizza any two large pizza, 2 garlic bread, bottle of drink £26.00 any two medium pizza, garlic bread, 2 cans £17.00 any two small pizza, garlic bread, 2 cans £14.00

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UK’s rarest dog arrives in Diss E arlier this year, one of the world’s rarest dogs arrived in Norfolk all the way from Schoonhoven in Holland.

She is only the 6th Stabyhoun on UK soil and one of just 3,500 worldwide.

Yoda has been imported as part of an initiative to establish this wonderful breed in England.

ABOUT THE STABYHOUN The UK Stabyhoun Association was formed in January 2013 and a few months ago, the group began taking applications from people in England interested in getting a Stabyhoun puppy. The first litter was born on English soil this summer.

and contented inside the family home. The name Stabyhoun is most likely from the Dutch: “sta me bij” which means ‘Stand by me’ – an accurate reflection of its loyal nature.

Christina Savage began working on the project early in 2012. She said: “When I was born my family had a lovely female Stabyhoun named Blijke. She was a truly wonderful family dog; loving, gentle and very child-friendly. At that time I was living in Denmark where a small population of this breed exits. When the UK import rules changed on 1 January 2012 it became possible to bring puppies into

Generally considered amongst the world’s 10 rarest dog breeds, the Stabyhoun finds its origin in the Netherlands. About the size of a small Labrador, it was originally bred as an all-round family and farm dog; active outside but calm

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this country. It opened the door for me to get a Stabyhoun again and now we are introducing this amazing dog to other families in England.”

The role of the UK Stabyhoun Association is to manage all import of Stabyhoun puppies to the UK as well as implement a controlled and closely monitored breeding programme to build a healthy population and protect the health and temperament of the breed.

Christina added: “Families in England who are interested in one of these very special dogs will not only get a loving and loyal companion; they could play an important role in establishing this breed of dog in the UK.” Anyone who is interested in a Stabyhoun puppy should email christina@stabyhounUK.com for a copy of the application form.

For more information about the Stabyhoun visit www.stabyhounuk.com

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Eye Veterinary Practice has moved to Diss Your local independent office supplies company, serving the community

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Care and treatment of all small animal species and horses Mon – Fri 8am to 6:30pm (with appointment) Sat 10am to 1pm (no appointment necessary)

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ne of the best features of shopping in Diss is exploring its courtyards. Cobbs Yard, Norfolk House Yard, Hales Yard and Wills Yard all offer a lovely selection of independent shops, so if you fancy a change from the standard high street fare then the yards of Diss are certainly worth a visit.

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If you’re looking for an alternative to predictable pizza chains, then why not try Il Divo in Cobbs Yard? The restaurant has been converted from an old brush

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yards of Diss! factory, so as well as delicious Italian food, you can admire a piece of history – the boiler which powered the machinery.

For the latest autumn fashion, you can’t beat a trip to independent fashion shops like Willow in Cobbs Yard and Chix on Market Hill. Independent shops offer unique pieces – so you don’t need to worry about meeting someone wearing ‘your’ dress at a party! If you’re unsure what suits you, the great advantage of independent fashion shops is that there’s always an expert on hand to ask for advice. The new season clothes are in stock now, so head down to the yards for an individual new look this autumn.

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We’ve talked a lot about local food this issue, and the yards are the perfect place to pick up some tasty treats.

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Whether you’re a foodie or a fashionista, Diss is a great for local produce and independent shops. And what’s more, over 40 independent retailers in Diss are entering a ‘Best Dressed Window Competition’ this autumn. You can see who will be entering by the presence of a competition poster in their window. We welcome your thoughts on who should win!

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The Artactiv cabins and grounds are available to hire from £96 for a full day. Beautiful location offering: Large paddock with secure boundaries, spacious activity room, dining area, kitchen and toilet/shower facilities.

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Ladies Who Lunch THE KING’S HEAD

The King’s Head, 6 Norwich Road, Brooke, Norfolk, NR15 1AB. Tel: 01508 550335 www.kingsheadbrooke.co.uk

Very easy to locate, The King’s Head has a spacious car park where we reversed into a shady spot under a tree. My first impression of the place was of a typical ‘side of the road’pub; the road being the B1332 from Norwich to Bungay.

We were greeted cheerfully by the staff and I ordered a half pint of Adnams Best Bitter. It was absolutely cold and lovely.

We chose a corner table in the bar area, although, on later inspection, we discovered a separate proper dining room, and also a garden outside with tables available to diners. The menu offered about 14 different main course options and there was also a blackboard offering ‘Chef’s Recommendations’.

Half pint beer Pint lager Salmon Chicken Vegetables Chips Treacle tart Choc/amaretto tart Two coffees TOTAL

There is another option of a two course meal for £12, or three for £15 from a smaller three-option menu.

Determined to try something other than fish I opted for the pan fried chicken with smoked bacon, croutons, anchovies, and Caesar salad. The strips of chicken were scrumptious; golden brown and tender in the centre, the salad was fresh and crisp, but I have to admit to not really liking anchovies, so I left them.

My companion, who was responsible for picking the pub nearest to a brilliant garden centre, chose pan fried salmon, smoked salmon, prawns and artichoke risotto.

Having once been witness to the soggiest, wettest risotto, I worried about her choice. No need; it was creamy and moist and held together well. Her salmon was big and beautifully cooked. Both our meals were very prettily arranged on rectangular white plates, and were of really generous proportion.

No tiny servings with palm trees made out of cucumbers and circles of jus drizzled on huge plates here!

We needn’t have worried, in fact my friend (who is thinner than I am), was compelled to leave a little of hers to make room for pudding.

£1.60 £3.30 £12.95 £12.95 £2.50 £2.50 £4.95 £5.95 £3.80 £39.50

Oh pudding! I chose treacle tart, and was delighted by the more than satisfactory size of it; my friend chose chocolate and amaretto tart, also plentiful. Both of these came with ice cream – mine vanilla, the other pistachio – and were decorated with physalis berries and succulent aromatic raspberries. Very pretty, very delicious.

To finish, I asked for strong black coffee and was not disappointed.

The service was timely and attentive but without that annoying ‘is everything all right’ every two minutes. The pub looked lively with notices about entertainment and quiz nights. Unfortunately the toilets were down four steps, and not large, so I wouldn’t recommend this restaurant for disabled use.

Having said that, the facilities were being refurbished, so watch this space.

And the garden centre?

Just down the road you’ll find Homestead Nurseries at Kirstead; quality plants at small prices. Well worth a visit.

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t ’s always nice to combine lunch with a trip to a nearby attraction; more so when the attraction is a garden centre, and a jolly good one at that.

But that ’s not what you want to hear about is it?

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Film reviews

This issue, our resident film buff, Ian Kemsley from Suffolk, previews three new films

The Hunger Games: Catching Fire

Based on Suzanne Collins’ hit young adult novel, The Hunger Games was not only extremely successful (making almost $700m at the box office) but also an excellent film. Director Gary Ross shot it in an edgy, handheld style that conveyed the horror of a world where teenagers are sent out to fight to the death for public amusement and political repression. Graced by a superb performance by Jennif Lawrence, which Jennifer no doubt contributed to her Oscar win as Best Actress fo Silver Linings Playbook, for the film had a depth far beyond most teen fare. be Th new film brings to The the screen the second book in Collins’ trilogy, trilogy and the action becomes darker and even more tragic, though edged with the hope that President Snow (Donald Sutherland) so fears.

Directed by Francis Lawrence (who made the excellent Constantine with Keanu Reeves) this is sure to build on the strengths of the first film and will hopefully add more richness, both to the characters and the visuals.

Highly recommended.

Release: 21st November

The Counsellor

Master stylist Ridley Scott directs a beautiful cast in a Cormac McCarthy thriller about a lawyer caught up in drug trafficking. With Brad Pitt, Natalie Dormer, Goran Visnjic, Michael Fassbender, Penelope Cruz, Javier Bardem and Cameron Diaz on acting duties, there is sure to be someone you fancy watching. Scott has made a great career for himself with his sci-fi classics Alien and Blade Runner, and epic masterpiece Gladiator, but has also made a steady stream of thrillers, such as the classic Thelma and Louise and the more recent Hannibal and American Gangster.

Sometimes you get the feeling that his films suffer from a surfeit of style over substance, but with McCarthy hy on writing duties and a very able cast, perhaps this one will right that balance. A very watchable film is in any case assured.

Release: 15th November

Thor: The Dark World I wasn’t going to include a comic book adaptation this time, but Natalie Portman is in it. The perfect Ms Portman has not done anything else since Thor in 2011 (though she is set to be in Terrence Malick’s upcoming sure-to-be masterpiece Knight of Cups). Portman has grown into both her beauty and her acting ability, and fans have great hopes for the rest of her career - she is likely only to get better. In this sequel Portman reprises the role of scientist Jane Foster, girlfriend of Thor. This time she is the target of the evil baddies, and as the poster has her in Asgardian garb she will probably get to meet her parents-in-law to be. Chris Hemsworth returns as Thor, fresh from his adventures with fellow Marvel Avengers, as does brother Loki, played by Tom Hiddleston. Let’s hope that that film’s success brings an even bigger audience to Thor’s world it’s one worth getting to know.

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Release: 30th October

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OCT/NOV

BOX OFFICE: (01603) 63 00 00

Slava’s Snow Show

Out & About

Tues 1 – Sat 5 October PEOPLE £6.50 - £25 Sun 6 October SHOWTIME £5.50 - £12.50

Wed 9 – Sat 12 October A CHRISTMAS CAROL £6.50 - £36.50 Tues 15 October THE BOOTLEG BEATLES £6.50 - £22.50 Thur 17 – Fri 18 October RAMBERT £5.50 - £23 Sat 19 October FIREMAN SAM £5.50 - £13 Sun 20 October BRITTEN SINFONIA £6.50 - £26 Mon 21 – Sat 26 October 12 ANGRY MEN £6.50 - £28.50

Sun 27 October CHARLIE LANDSBOROUGH £5.50 - £18.50 Mon 28 Oct - Sat 2 Nov SAVE THE LAST DANCE FOR ME £6.50 - £28.50

Sun 10 November PAM AYRES £5.50 - £21.50 Tues 12 – Sat 16 November SLAVA’S SNOWSHOW £6.50 - £28 Sun 17 November BRITTEN SINFONIA £6.50 - £26

Tues 5 – Sat 9 November GLYNDEBOURNE OPERA £6.50 - £52

Tues 19 – Sat 23 November Matthew Bourne’s SWAN LAKE £6.50 - £38.50

Sun 10 November NORFOLK SCHOOLS PROJECT Free

Mon 25 Nov – Sat 7 Dec PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT £6.50 - £42.50

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People Mixing the poignant and the humorous, Alan Bennett’s story of companionship, family ties and nostalgia is on its way to Norwich Theatre Royal.

P

eople follows two sisters pondering the future of their family pile to decide whether to sell it to shadowy corporate interests or donate it to the National Trust.

Alan Bennett talked to Village People about the National Theatre production and its stunning cast.

People is like much of Alan Bennett’s work. On the surface, it is a richly characterised piece about some gloriously eccentric women living in surroundings that could almost be described as shabby chic. But dig a bit further and, as with much of the legendary Yorkshire playwright’s work, you find a rich mine of humour, superb dialogue and comment on people’s love of browsing around houses.

As Alan explains: “When I go around country houses and sometimes exhibitions, I look at other people and I think ‘what have they come for? ’Straight after that, I think ‘what have I come for?’

“When the play first started being performed at the National Theatre, it was taken to be a criticism of the National Trust but it’s not really. It is about looking at country houses, the business of conservation, and how you present and show off these places. I couldn’t settle that in my mind which is why I wrote the play.”

It follows the story of two sisters pondering the future of their home which, although beautiful, has fallen into disrepair and needs some work doing on it.

A huge hit in London, the touring version boasts some strong casting with the hugely experienced Siân Phillips and the everpopular Brigit Forsyth in the cast, along with Selina Cadell reprising her National Theatre role.

Passion for theatre has been at the core of Alan Bennett’s life since he was a boy heading to The Grand Theatre in Leeds

to enjoy the latest touring productions. He recalled: “All the London plays would either come on a pre or post-London tour often with the original cast after a West End run. I saw Laurence Olivier in The Entertainer and the original production of Waiting For Godot.

Sometimes there were only 30 people in the audience.”

Alan is already jotting down ideas for future projects. “The History Boys was very hard to follow because it was such a big success and we had such a good time doing it. I was relieved when A Habit of Art did well,” said Alan.

“I have a funny relationship with the National Theatre director Nicholas Hytner, who has also directed People, in that it ought to be master and pupil in terms of age with me being master but it is actually the other way around.

I do feel I want to please him.

That’s a great spur.”

This production once again combines those Alan Bennett themes of humour, poignancy and characterisation that truly make him deserving of the title National Treasure.

People will be on at the Theatre Royal in Norwich from 1 October to 5 October.

Tickets are available from the Box Office

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An ideal learning environment, which offers so much more To view our Outstanding Inspection Report visit our website below OPEN DAYS Sat. 5th Oct & Sat. 16th Nov 10.30am - 2.00pm The New Eccles School, Quidenham, Nr. Norwich, Norfolk NR16 2NZ T: 01953 887217 E: admin@neweccleshall.com

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Call in for a fabulous selection of plants perfect for wildlife gardens, woodland and bog gardens Our Tearoom serves lunches, homemade scones, cakes and ice creams all day Find us just off the A47; 10 miles East of Norwich at NR13 6DZ 01603 270449 www.fairhavengarden.co.uk

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CHENERY’S CHRISTMAS CRACKERS @CheneryLive

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Thursford Christmas Spectacular Selected dates in November & December From *£47.00 Springfield Shopping Outlet 22 November £16.00 Festive Gift Fair at Birmingham NEC 23 November *£35.00 London Eye by Night and Christmas Lights 27 November & 16 December *£50.00 Bury St Edmunds Christmas Fayre 29 & 30 November & 01 December £16.00 Hyde Park Winter Wonderland 30 November, 01, 08 & 21 December £25.00 Bruges Christmas Market 04 & 12 December £56.00 British Military Tournament at Earls Court 07 December *£66.00 Clothes Show at Birmingham NEC 07 December *£55.00 Lincoln Christmas Market 07 December £32.00 Lakeside or Bluewater Christmas Shopper 14 December £17.00 Oxford Christmas Market 15 December £30.00 International Horse Show at Olympia 21 December *£80.00 Royal Albert Hall Christmas Spectacular 27 December *£75.00 * Prices Include admission. Senior/Child prices may apply.

For more details, please call 01603 679010 Book online: www.chenerylive.co.uk

OPEN MORNING Preparatory & Senior School Saturday 5th October 10.00am - 12.00noon

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Win tickets to the Shard & Festive Afternoon Tea L

ondon’s newest and most eagerly awaited visitor attraction is now open and we have two tickets for a tour of this amazing building!

Experience London from a new perspective - from the tallest building in Western Europe - The Shard, then relax with a delicious afternoon tea. This unique encounter takes you on a journey from street level to 800ft in a high speed ‘Kaleidoscopic’ lift. The view from the Shard offers a truly spectacular vista across London, boasting a 360 degree 40 mile view on a clear day. Courtesy of Eastons Holidays you will also enjoy a festive afternoon at The Hilton London Tower Bridge Hotel on Tooley Street.

Day trips don’t get much better than this and we are thrilled to be partnering up with one of the longest established family operators of quality holidays, day excursions and private coach hire in Norfolk.

Established in 1953, Eastons have an enviable reputation for high quality service. You can find out more about their holidays at www.eastonsholidays.co.uk To be in with a chance of winning two tickets for this fantastic day trip on Tuesday 10 December 2013 simply answer this question correctly and email your answer with your name, address and daytime telephone number to competition@village-people.info

Q: Eastons Holidays celebrated which anniversary this year?

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Out & About

Like traditional pubs?

Look no further than Eye. If your idea of the perfect pub includes cask-conditioned ales, tasty home-cooked tapas, pizzas and bar food, and a truly welcoming atmosphere, you need to visit the Queens Head.

Find us online or in the Good Beer Guide 2013.

See you soon. It could be eye-opening.

QUEEN’S ’S HEAD, EYE -FREE HOUSE-

Cross Street, Eye, Suffolk IP23 7AB Tel : 01379 870153 www.queensheadeye.co.uk

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Zombies Attack Thetford Forest If you go down to the woods this Halloween, be suree of a… zombie attack!

With over 10 years’ experience in paintballing scenarios, Combat Paintball has launched its latest creation: The Zombie Graveyard. With a two storey church, crypts, gravestones, coffins and, of course zombies, it is the perfect place to scare yourself silly this

Halloween. Set in the middle of creepy Thetford Forest, the Zombie Graveyard is guaranteed to give you a thrill.

On the last Friday of every month special Zombie Night games take place at Combat Paintball. Upon arrival you will undergo a crash course boot-camp including a briefing on the situation, weapons training, then time to suit up and head out into the zone. Your mission – locate and destroy the zombie outbreak!

The game zone is floodlit so games starting at 6:30pm can go on long

into those cold autumn nights nights.

In addition to the monthly game on 25 October, there will be a special Halloween Zombie Night game on 31 October. There will be a prize of 500 paintballs for the best costumes, so we recommend a rummage in your fancy dress box for this one!

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Masterpieces from East Anglia

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o mark the opening of Masterpieces: Art and East Anglia, a new exhibition at the Sainsbury Centre for Visual Art, we have selected some items which celebrate the rich and distinctive culture of East Anglia, and what’s more, they’re all from villages near you. The exhibition will present some 250 objects like this, which the region has inspired, produced and collected, as well as treasures that have long been associated with the area. From paintings to sculpture and photography to fashion, Masterpieces promises to be a diverse and ambitious exhibition.

A Shoot in a Swede Field 1901, by Alfred Munnings

Alfred Munnings (1878-1959) was born on the Norfolk-Suffolk border at Mendham Mill and lived at Swainsthorpe in the early years of the 20th century, while painting some of his best pictures.

A Shoot in a Swede Field, set under the glow of an October sun, records a shoot which took place in the parishes of Bunwell and Ashwellthorpe. Munnings said the work had “...a truth about it...” noting each of the characters recognised their portraits and those of their dogs. His work at this time was in the tradition of British Rural Naturalism, akin to that of Herbert Henry La Thangue, for whom he felt an affinity.

The Crownthorpe Hoard drinking cups AD 60, unknown maker This magnificent pair of drinking cups were part of a larger deposit known as the Crownthorpe Hoard.

The hoard was discovered in 1982 in the parish of Wicklewood at the site of a Late Iron Age settlement.

The cups were deliberately hidden in the ground, together with other vessels, when the Iceni tribe rose against the Romans under the leadership of Queen Boudica.

The Apple P ickers Going Home

Mary Newcomb (1922-2008) was a visionary painter, who lived and worked at Newton Flotman for 20 years from the late 1970s. She turned to painting in 1955 to articulate quirky responses to the world of the Waveney Valley around her and the visual poetry within her. Her subjects were rural rituals and festivals,

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1970, by Mary Newcomb

the seasons, light and night in the countryside, flora and fauna, and incidents observed from her bicycle, or a bus or a train.

The Apple Pickers Going Home is one of two paintings recalling her time working in an orchard at Weybread near Harleston.

Three-Abreast Steam Dobby Carousel

Garden of Eden

1988, by Margaret Mellis Margaret Mellis (19142009) was both a pivotal figure in modernist British art and an artist of great versatility and originality.

She lived and painted at Syleham for 25 years from 1951, and got her inspiration for much of her work from the Suffolk coast.

Stoneware bowl

1960, by Robin Welch Robin Welch, painter and potter, is based at Stradbroke in Suffolk where he has developed his characteristic thrown, coiled and slab-built forms. He has designed for major companies such as Wedgewood and Denby. This particular stoneware bowl from the 1960s belongs to Sir David Attenborough, a great collector of modern ceramics and champion of Welch.

1865, by Frederick Savage

At an Aylsham Fair in the 1860s a canny Norfolk entrepreneur probably saw a steam organ engine and roundabout devised by Sidney Soame of Marsham. For very soon Frederick Savage (18281897) had annexed and extended that basic design to become king of the carousels. Savage’s merrygo-rounds, like this three a-breast steam Dobby set, came to thrill crowds at home and abroad.

Bressingham Steam Museum has a fully working steam-driven Gallopers Ride by Frederick Savage.

Masterpieces: Art and East Anglia will run from 14 September 2013 to 24 February 2014, Tuesday – Sunday, at the Sainsbury Centre in Norwich. Adult tickets are £8 and concessionary tickets are available.

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utumn – is it the start or the end of the gardening season? Yes, it’s true that the natural growing cycle is coming to an end and plants are beginning to shut down for a winter rest, but at the same time, many gardening jobs can commence now the fullness of summer has passed. So, the answer to the question is ‘both’!

made up of daffodils, tulips and alliums, but whatever you fancy try to choose a mixture of varieties that will flower at different times so that you can keep the colour show going for as long as possible. Many bulb flowers are also great for cutting, so be generous in planting which will allow you to bring bunches indoors for vases. If space is limited, plant bulbs in pots and containers, then top off with some cheerful winter pansies or violas for a colour splash both now and later on.

As the long days shorten and nights draw in, temperatures start to cool, triggering deciduous trees and shrubs to take on their autumn hues, giving a different feel to the garden. The fiery reds of acers, buttery yellows of ginkgo and the warm orange tones of cotinus start to appear. These along with other magical choices such as hamamelis (Witch hazel), berberis, amelanchier and Euonymus europaeus (Spindle tree), all put on a fantastic show, whilst on walls and fences parthenocissus (Boston ivy and Virginia creeper) and grape vines make everything around them seem to glow.

Mulches of chipped bark or decorative stones applied now will not only look great, but if spread thickly will insulate and protect delicate roots from damaging winter frosts – and if combined with a fabric weed control will reduce another task in the spring!

Try to spend some time outdoors looking at your own and other people’s gardens assessing what looks good now and what performed well during the summer, then plan any changes you may wish to make. Autumn is a great time to plant as the soil is still warm below the surface and has moisture within it to help plants establish, giving them a head-start over spring plantings.

Good soil improvement and a sprinkling of bonemeal or Vitax Q4+ (with mycorrhizal fungi) into planting holes will help encourage plants to put out roots more quickly.

Changes and improvements can be major or minor but any will make a difference. Minor changes could include the planting of some spring-flowering bulbs; maybe a simple patch of early crocus or great blocks of colour

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n the last issue we looked at the different kinds of tree flowers. The seeds are produced when the female flower is fertilised. Trees cannot move so they either make the seed edible so they are distributed by animals and birds or utilise wind and water; the aim is to get the seed as far away as possible from the parent tree.

Berries and fruits are brightly coloured to attract birds and the seed gets passed out with the droppings. Nuts are edible seeds and are distributed by mammals and birds when they are buried for future consumption but forgotten and germinate instead.

Some seed casings are impenetrable to all but the most determined

foragers – the Brazil nut is one of the toughest but it is the staple food for the agoutis.

Many dry seeds rely on the wind for dispersal. One of the smallest is eucalyptus seed which is like a fine dust. Some have wings, like sycamore keys, which help keep them air borne.

Alder trees grow alongside water; each of their seeds is attached to a droplet of oil which keeps the seed afloat, wherever it touches land it will attempt to grow.

The largest seed comes from the coco de mer palm which is found in the Seychelles. It looks like an enormous double coconut and takes 10 years to ripen. They can weigh up to 45lb(20kg).

Inside each ripe tree seed are the beginnings of a root, shoot and two specialised leaves – cotyledons. The first to appear is the root which no matter how the seed lies will grow downwards (geotropic).

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The Magic of Mushrooms

October and November bring with them damp, mellow days and in these conditions something strange happens. Almost as if there has been an alien invasion, mushrooms appear complete with flying saucer shaped caps. This issue, wildlife expert Jon Tyler takes us on a trip into the magic world of mushrooms.

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hese amazing life forms look other-worldly with a myriad of shapes and colours that seem curiously out of place, like a modern art instillation gone feral. With names ranging from toadstools to fairy rings, an association with witches and even ones that glow in the dark, it’s no wonder that mushrooms (also known as fungi) provoke strong feeling, both positive and negative. Here are 10 distinctive species to get you started on your journey to another world.

As aliens go the Stinkhorn fungi takes some beating, it even hatches from an egg! The scourge of Victorian sensibilities with its provocative shape and unpleasant aroma of drains; yet on closer inspection it’s an engineering marvel with its intricate woven lattice structure. Look (or smell) for them in leaf litter early in October.

If the stinkhorn is the alien then the Shaggy Ink-cap is more of a magician, complete with disappearing trick. Also known as the Lawyers wig mushroom they don’t hang about, dissolving into inky spore goo, which is then

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washed into the ground by rain; blink and you might miss it! More magic arrives in the form of the Fairy –ring champignon, well known for growing in circles on lawns, sports fields and pasture. Legend has it that if you washed your face in the

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Everyone’s favourite fairy tale mushroom, the Fly agaric, is a photogenic species with its distinctive red cap and white spots; always growing close to birch trees.

It belongs to a group of mushrooms that contain some of the most poisonous species in Europe; with names to match such as, Death-cap and Destroying angel.

Easily over looked in leaf litter under trees, Earth-stars continue the other- worldly feel. Starting off as a sack, they split open in a more or less star shaped pattern which then curls underneath to raise the central ball up on a platform like a fungal Lunar Lander. Closely related, Puffballs are nature’s golf balls or footballs depending on which type you encounter! Giant puffballs can be up to a metre in diameter and contain as many as 7 trillion spores.

Which if they all germinated would cover the entire land mass of the

earth with puffballs, how’s that for an alien invasion!

The Amethyst Deceiver is very common and is one of only a handful of purple mushrooms. As the name suggests they can be very variable in tone; ranging from a rich vibrant purple when fresh and young, fading to almost buff when older and dry, although the gills underneath always retain the amethyst hue.

Candle snuff fungus is small but amazing to see, growing all year round on dead tree branches and stumps, they really do look like snuffed out candle wicks. On the other hand Dead man’s fingers grow Fly agaric

in similar places but have a more gruesome name and appearance. The Jelly ear can be spotted as rubbery appendages on the dead branches of elder trees any time of the year; fat and squidgy when wet, they become shrivelled and brittle when dry.

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In the fourth of a series of five articles, Sarah Doig looks at the observations made by François de la Rochefoucauld who visited Suffolk and Norfolk in 1784.

o far in my series looking at travel writing through the centuries, I have quoted from observations made by British visitors to East Anglia. This time, however, it is the turn of the Frenchman, François de la Rochefoucauld. He and his brother stayed for a year in Bury St Edmunds in 1784; a time when the town was considered at the height of its prosperity and a fashionable place to be and to be seen. The 18 year old Frenchman toured the region and recorded his observations of East Anglian life.

“You cannot imagine the quantity of travellers who are always on the road in England. You cannot go from one post to another without meeting two or three post-chaises.” These horse-drawn, closed carriages contained one seat for two or three passengers, and were available to hire.

century: “Agriculture is the mainspring and the end-result of a flourishing, well-peopled state...Here agriculture is held in the highest regard, everyone is involved in it, and the ordinary farmers are not looked on, as they are in France, as an inferior class created solely to feed the rich.”

He remarks on the “depth of wisdom and justice” in Parliament having passed laws governing the labourer’s day: “All working days are fixed between six a.m. and six p.m., summer and winter: from these twelve hours, one and a half are subtracted; half an hour for breakfast and an hour for dinner... Their wage is fixed, but depends on the district they are in...

On the farms they hire their regular workmen by the year, as in France. In the Bury neighbourhood they are paid between eight and nine guineas a year, and food, lodging etc. They have nothing to do but clothe themselves...

“At harvest-time the arrangements are completely different: the farmers contract for all the hands they need and make a bargain with them to complete the whole job. In the Bury neighbourhood they give four and half guineas to each man for cutting and harvesting all the wheat, oats and barley.”

He goes on to describe the other two ways to travel at this time: “Saddle-horses cost two shillings for an occasional hire, and three [shillings] when you take them for a day to go for a trip for two or three days.

Cabriolet-horses, with the cabriolet, cost four shillings the occasional hire and five for the day when you go on a journey... I don’t even find these prices exorbitant.

When you take a post-chaise to go out to dinner or see someone in the country, you pay from five to eight shillings according to the distance.”

François de la Rochefoucauld also wrote extensively about his experiences of farming in the late eighteenth

Finally, I couldn’t resist leaving you with the views of this young Frenchman on the English youth: “Formalities count for nothing, and for most of the time one takes no notice of them... All the young people that I see in society appear badly brought up: they hum, they whistle, they sit in the largest armchairs and put their feet up on the nearest chair.”!

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Autumn Recipes And here we are, in the middle of autumn again! Whether you love or loathe the ‘trick or treating’, the bonfires and the fireworks – the food is always lovely and comforting.

Simple Tomato Chutney Stilton, Potato and Onion P ie INGREDIENTS

1kg ripe tomatoes, peeled and chopped 750g cooking apples, peeled, cored and chopped 375g light muscovado sugar 250g onions, chopped 250g raisins (optional) 1 green pepper, deseeded and chopped 2 tsp salt ½ tsp ground ginger 350ml cider vinegar 1. We have such a glut of tomatoes around us and this is possibly the simplest chutney ever! Tomatoes are easy to peel if you drop them in a jug of boiled water for a minute or so and the skins will split for you.

2. In a large pan, and over a medium heat, add all of the ingredients and bring to the boil. Stir occasionally until the sugar has dissolved, and then allow the mixture to continue boiling, uncovered, for about 45-50 minutes until thickened, and the fruit is tender. Cool, then transfer to a sterilised jar and seal.

Preheat the oven to 2000C/Gas Mark 6 1. Boil the potatoes until they’re tender (15-20 minutes) 2. Meanwhile half the onions and then cut each half into 6 segments (like an orange). In a heavy based pan, and over a moderate/low heat, melt half of the butter and add the onions until they are nicely sticky – this should take 20-25 minutes and is worth every one!

3. In a small pan, boil the milk and turn off the heat. Drain the potatoes and tip into a large bowl. Mash as you slowly add the milk, and then the remaining butter. Stop mashing before it becomes gloopy. This is easier in a food processor should you feel inclined.

4. In a buttered baking dish, spoon in half the potato and add the softened onions in a layer on top. Season with a few grindings of pepper. Chop or crumble the Stilton and add this on top of the onion layer.

Spoon over the remaining 1.5kg potatoes, floury ones, peeled potato and smooth a little.

Sprinkle over the parmesan and quartered and bake for half an hour, or 4 medium onion, peeled until the filling is bubbling up and the top is lightly golden.

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Mums The Word Loch Fyne

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Carrie Barrett lives in Blo Norton, near Diss, right on the Suffolk/Norfolk border, with her husband and two children Maisie (10) and Olly (6). She has been dining out and about in our area for many years, seeking out restaurants that offer great value, quality and above all else are child friendly. If you would like Carrie to visit a particular pub or restaurant just get in touch with us at village people and we’ll ask her to visit.

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do not usually write reviews on chain restaurants, however, I felt I needed to make an exception for Loch Fyne.

Restaurants specialising in fish are very far and few between unless you are lucky enough to live in coastal towns. But when I chanced upon Loch Fyne, I was so impressed by their ethos and family welcome that I decided to break with tradition and recommend a chain!

As soon as you walk through the doors of any Loch Fyne restaurant you immediately feel that you are by the seaside! You can see an abundance of fresh fish and shellfish in the display counter right by the chef, so it’s evident that fresh ingredients are used. The interior is fantastic and my children just loved it. It’s bright, airy, fresh and modern. Families are encouraged and welcomed, with children given crayons and a menu with puzzles and pictures to colour in.

Loch Fyne offers a great introduction to fish for children, although I would have preferred more fish options (three out of six are fish options whilst the others are pasta, burger or bangers and mash). The fish choices include mussels and fries, salmon fillet with broccoli and crunchy haddock goujons with mushy peas. The children’s menu includes two courses, including ice cream for dessert for a very reasonable £6.

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My husband choose the seafood tagliatelle for £14.95, but luckily ordered the seafood medley side order which consists of a few fresh mussels, scallops and a grilled king prawn, as the portion of pasta was very small.

Despite a couple of blips, we would certainly go back again as we loved the ambiance, the wine list is great and it doesn’t have the ‘chain’ feel to it. It actually reminds me of some of the restaurants I used to go to on the Jersey Shore when I lived in the States.

I would recommend going as a family for lunch or dinner before 6pm as they offer a set 2 course menu for adults for £9.95 and 3 courses for £11.95 which offers better value for families.

There are 42 restaurants in the UK, so if you are out and about and see a Loch Fyne, pop in and give it a try and see what you think. One thing I will guarantee is that if you love fish you will find it hard to choose from the extensive menu and you will end up looking at all the dishes coming out to see if someone has ordered something better than you!

I ordered the salmon fillet at £13.95, which you can have cooked three ways; pan fried, grilled or steamed. I chose pan fried and I have to admit that it was overcooked and very dry, which was a shame as salmon should be juicy and succulent.

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Tim Coates uses contemporary and historic paintings, photographs, maps and portraits to tell the story of Aldeburgh through Roman occupation, medieval maritime trading links (and associated piracy) to the prosperous Tudor era when the famous Moot Hall was built, to the industrial expansion of the Victorians and the development of the town as an upmarket tourist resort. It examines the lives of several of its famous sons and daughters and covers its cultural heritage in depth.

Aldeburgh, A Song of the Sea Tim Coates Antique Collector’s Club Hardback – signed by the author 9781851496075 £35

This book is a series of essays on the life and work of about 30 Suffolk artists painting during the same period as the Norwich school. It is mostly restricted to those artists actually born in Suffolk. Alongside the more famous names of Constable and Munnings we have those who have been neglected, in spite of their very high standard. Includes artists such as Robert Mendham, George James Rowe, George Thomas Rope and William Robert Symonds.

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Printmaker’s Cat Alan Marshall

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This photographic journey presents a number of old images, in black and white and colour, depicting a bygone Norwich. From houses to businesses, to public houses, to people, each photograph and postcard provides a glimpse into what Norwich used to be in the first half of the twentieth century and earlier. They include a dancing bear in Earlham Road and a rare picture of Town Crier Mr Childerhouse taken in the Victorian era.

This memoir gathers up many early experiences during the fifties: with Britten he explored ancient churches; with the botanist Denis Garrett he took delight in the marvellous shingle beaches and marshland plants; he worked alongside the celebrated photojournalist Kurt Hutton. His muse was Christine Nash. This describes the first steps of an East Anglian journey, an intimate appraisal of a vivid and memorable time.

The Stupid Footballer Is Dead Paul McVeigh

Bloomsbury Paperback 9781408193754 £14.99

Former player Paul McVeigh provides insight into how his own mindset developed and his realisation that players need mental resilience and a winner’s psychology, not just natural talent. The book is spiced with personal anecdotes and a behind-the-scenes look at some of football’s best players. This book will appeal to sports fans who want to get inside the heads of top professionals and for players who want to improve their performance.

Old Norwich Michael Chandler

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Make your own autumn shades earrings Can’t find what you’re looking for in the shops? Why not make it yourself?

This issue, our crafty lady, Caroline, shows us how to make earrings!

1. Place three of your beads (one of each shade), onto your first head pin in the order you prefer.

2. Using your rosary pliers and fingers, bend the head pen to one side.

7. To make a tidy finish, I like to clip off the end of the head pin wire at an angle.

3. Now, move your pliers to help you bend the head pin in the other direction. This is the beginning of the loop which attaches to your ear hook.

8. Open the loop on one of your earring hooks and place your completed head pin onto it. Be sure to open the loop side ways so as not to stress the metal.

4.With your fingers, bring the head pin around to form a full circle.

5. I hate to waste long head pins so I like to wrap them around twice to form a unique double loop. You might find that you need to turn your head pin around for better leverage.

6. Now wrap the remainder of the pin just below the loops you have made. A second pair of pliers may come in handy at this point.

You will need…

• Cutting pliers • Rosary pliers • 2 Ear hooks • 2 head pins • 6 beads in three autumn shades

Close the loop to finish your first earring! Repeat steps 1 to 8 for your second earring.

Well done, you have made your very own unique autumn shade earrings.

With your new found und talent, why not let your imagination run away with you…

Caroline is a member of the Crafty Ladies of Wymondham.

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Why women should lift weight to lose fat Increasing and maintaining muscle is one of the best ways to keep body fat at bay and to improve overall fitness, particularly as we age.

The best way to build muscle mass is by weight lifting. So, why is it that the number of women participating in strength training remains low?

By combining cardiovascular training, such as running, cycling or rowing, with strength training, you will see the benefits, fast.

The trainers at Fit Club have compiled a list of six reasons why women should train for strength: 1. Be physically stronger. With moderate training, a woman’s strength can increase by 30-50% making daily chores easier.

2. Lose body fat. With 2-3 sessions a week, in two months you can gain 2lbs of muscle and lose 3.5lbs of fat. As lean muscle increases, so does your metabolism. For every lb of muscle gained, you can burn 35-50 more calories every day.

3. Gain strength without bulk.

Women typically don’t gain size because women have less musclegrowing hormones than men.

Women will benefit, however, from developed muscle tone and definition.

4. Reduce your risk of injury, back pain and arthritis. Building muscle makes stronger connective tissues and increases joint stability.

5. Reduce your risk of heart disease. LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and blood pressure will lower, and HDL (“good”) cholesterol will increase. When cardiovascular exercise is added, these benefits are maximized.

6. Improve your attitude and fight depression.

A Harvard study found that ten weeks of training reduced clinical depression symptoms more successfully than counseling.

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gentle yet powerful This form of exercise is not new. Joseph Pilates was born in Germany in 1880. Joseph didn’t enjoy the best of health, and this showed him the importance of physical fitness and enabled him to strengthen his body. He started to develop a system of exercises to keep his body strong and supple.

After the war he returned to Germany, and carried on teaching these exercises working with top dancers. Over the years his exercise system and reputation grew. Pilates emigrated to America, here he built a huge clientele of elite dancers, helping to strengthen mind and body to enhance their performance.

Pilates in the 21st Century The original works of Pilates have been broken down to enable those of us that are not elite athletes to reap the benefits from this system. As mind and body are re-educated, in movement and

Fit Club Wymondham even offers a women-only weights area for those who want to experiment with weights in a more private setting. For more information, call Wymondham Fit Club on 01953 606665.

control, balance between tight and weak muscles is restored. This means that less stress is placed on the joints. The body works more efficiently and tires less quickly. Mind and body start to work together.

Balance and equilibrium are restored.

Benefits of Pilates Anyone wishing to improve their overall fitness, posture and appearance can benefit from Pilates. Some of the benefits may include: A stronger mid-section or core A flatter stomach Improved efficiency of the pelvic floor muscles Better posture and body awareness Relaxation and improved sleep patterns.

With thanks to Pilates East Anglia, who run classes all over our region. Visit www.pilateseastanglia.co.uk to see the timetable and find out more.

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Ancient Oriental Astrology

FOR A MODERN LIFE Hello again and here is your 9 Star Ki forecast for October and November.

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9 Fire Star October may find you more likely to journey inwards than be a socialite. A great time for personal development, spiritual practices and planning, whereas November is very much about getting ready and preparing for a busy and productive end of the year.

8 Earth Star Polish your nails,

developing your knowledge or taking a new course perhaps?

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take a trip to the salon and wear your best dress, as October puts you fully in the spotlight and up for welcome attention and acclaim, possibly even a promotion.

November, in stark contrast may leave you out of touch and facing yourself.

7 Metal Star Change is in the air for October, where you may feel the start of a major shift occurring in your life. Don’t shy away from these changes even if they seem arduous; embrace the challenges and push yourself to the limit as there is a brighter, more illuminating future in store.

6 Metal Star Bring a little sprinkle of joy into your life during October, where some needed rest and recuperation is on the cards; a weekend away from the norm. November however, is a great month for studying and education;

Things are really starting to take shape for you now.

Although you may feel like taking time out in October, leave that until November, where you will certainly begin to reap the rewards of all your previous endeavours. Watch your outgoings however, and turn off one-click Amazon!

4 Wood Star October could be a month of extremes; ups-anddowns and social turbulence. That said you have the capacity at this time for a big turnaround if you deem it necessary; rebirth. Hold your ground; November could see a monetary wind-fall heading your way.

3 Wood Star

Stick to the programme you’ve previously set out no matter how bright and shiny another avenue may seem. Take stock of your situation and deal with any ‘weeds’ that appear in your life.

Soon enough, you’ll start to have a much better understanding and sense of where you’re heading.

2 Earth Star

The wind is well and truly in your sails in October, so don’t hold back at this time; make the most of this

positive upbeat atmosphere. Get out there and show the world your well-formed ideas. That said, pace yourself in November and try to remain grounded. Whatever you do, don’t change tack.

1 Water Star

October is all about preparation and wiping the slate clean. De-cluttering and having a ‘spring clean’ will undoubtedly help you gain clarity over any uncertain or troublesome situations. This will help bring about a clearer, more stable pathway to run along in November.

To discover your Ki Star and for more information about Ki Astrology please visit www.freeflow-fengshui.com David Walters DIP. CHIRO Follow me on: @fengshuiflow

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We aim to detect the signs of these and other serious illnesses before any symptoms appear. We use highly advanced “open” CT scanners and each scan only takes a few minutes.

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*Before any booking can be confirmed we will need to ensure you are eligible for any aspect of the appointment against our clinical referral criteria.

There are benefits and risks associated with the use of CT scans for medical investigations. Lifescan provides full information to all patients about CT scans and X-ray exposure. Lifescan is regulated under the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) (Amendment) Regulations 2006 and is registered as a provider of diagnostic and screening services with the Care Quality Commission.

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Netherton Dental Practice Practice Philosophy • We are renowned for being a ‘gentle practice’ which is why so many patients come to us for treatment.

• A personal service ensures a close, professional and caring relationship being developed with a dedicated dental practitioner.

• Our preventative team, including our two hygienists, ensure oral health is given top priority.

• At Netherton Dental Practice we actively listen to you, placing great emphasis on providing a thorough investigation, followed up with a written report and treatment planning options, if required, for complex dentistry.

• We believe children should be treated from an early age and therefore we provide advice to parents and children regarding plaque control and preventative dietary habits.

Our Services Complete dental care for all ages including advanced restorative and cosmetic dentistry.

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Recent Employment Tribunal changes

Elizabeth Stevens, a solicitor in Steeles Law’s employment team, outlines recent Government reforms to the employment tribunal system.

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s part of the Government’s ongoing programme of employment law reform, a number of significant changes have been introduced to employment tribunal rules and procedure, with the aim of reducing the burden on the system and improving efficiency.

Individuals who commenced employment on or after 6 April 2012 must now have two years of continuous service (increased from one year) in order to qualify for bringing a standard unfair dismissal claim. Various other changes have been introduced this year which are likely to have an impact on the number of claims lodged with employment tribunals.

Tribunal fees Since 29 July 2013, claims submitted to an employment tribunal must be accompanied by the appropriate fee, otherwise the claim will be rejected. Prior to this, unlike the civil courts, there was no fee charged for submitting a claim to an employment tribunal.

The level of the fee depends on whether the claim is “Type A” (including claims for unlawful deductions of wages or unpaid redundancy), or “Type B” (including unfair dismissal and discrimination claims). The issue fee, payable by the claimant when submitting a Type A claim, is £160; for a Type B claim the issue fee is £240.

A further fee is payable by the claimant if the case reaches a hearing: £230 for Type A; £950 for Type B.

It is likely that the introduction of fees will dissuade individuals from pursuing unmeritorious claims against employers. However, it is also likely to mean that individuals with valid claims but limited access to financial resources will also think twice before bringing a claim. A fee remission scheme will apply to those who have a very low household income or savings.

Tribunal rules Revised employment tribunal rules of procedure also took effect on 29 July 2013.

The new rules are intended to be clearer, more concise and easier to understand than the previous rules, and also attempt to streamline the tribunal process.

One of the key changes is the introduction of a new sift stage, whereby an employment judge decides at a preliminary stage whether a claim has a sufficient prospect of success to allow it to proceed.

Compensatory awards In addition, since 29 July 2013, a new cap has been introduced to the compensatory award in successful claims for unfair dismissal.

The maximum compensatory award in claims for unfair dismissal increased to £74,200 with effect from 1 February 2013. For dismissals occurring on or after 29 July 2013, however, this maximum is now subject to a cap of one year’s gross pay. This means that successful claimants on lower incomes will receive a compensatory award far below the maximum figure.

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The Government’s stated intention behind this was to manage employees’ expectations of likely compensation and to encourage early resolution of disputes, as well as providing employers with greater certainty about the costs associated with an unfair dismissal claim.

Looking ahead A further measure to encourage the early settlement of workplace disputes is the introduction of a financial penalty of up to £5,000, payable by employers to the exchequer if they lose a tribunal claim and there are “aggravating features”. The implementation date for this penalty has not yet been announced.

If you require any advice in relation to the issues covered in this article, please do not hesitate to contact Elizabeth Stevens or a member of the employment team on 01603 598000 or employment@steeleslaw.co.uk

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Smart Money Secrets Income protection insurance – could you manage without it?

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he vast majority of us need to work to keep the roof over our heads and to help maintain a reasonable standard of living.

Unfortunately the payments for the mortgage, credit cards, council tax, gas and electricity won’t stop just because you’re ill and unable to work.

Without our weekly or monthly salary, most of us would struggle to get by. If you are ill for a short while, you may be able to cope by dipping into your savings, but that’s not ideal. Your employer may pay some sick pay, but it will certainly be less than you normally get. The situation is more severe for those who are self-employed, as no work means no income.

hard manual labour, this has been offset by a new breed of faster paced and more stressful jobs.

Thankfully, medical advances do mean that some conditions, which were once incurable, can be cured or put into remission, enabling people to return to work. You may be lucky and return to work after a few months or years, but that period without normal income will undoubtedly cause you severe financial hardship.

So, what is income protection?

Income protection insurance pays you an income if you’re unable to work because of illness or injury. It aims to put you back to the position you were in before you were unable to work, with the help of a regular tax- free monthly income.

As with all insurance, the trick to buying the right type is to consider exactly what it is that you need it to do for you. You need to take a close look at the small print of any policy to make sure it will pay out when you want it to.

Many people see the need for, and buy life insurance. Perhaps the inevitability of death has that effect.

However, between the time when you start work and when you retire, you are much more likely to be off work for 6 months or more, than to die. I doubt that many of us could cope financially if we were off work for say 6 or 9 months.

According to official government statistics you have a one in seven chance of being off work for 6 months due to illness or an accident, during your working life.

Although health generally has improved, and less of us carry out

If you are an employee, check your contract to see whether your company automatically pays you if you are off sick and how long for, it could be a few months or maybe just a few weeks.

You may receive a small amount of state benefit, but may have to go through unpleasant interviews, medical tests and a review of your finances to get it.

By law, an employer must pay their employees statutory sick pay for up to 28 weeks, but this will almost certainly be a lot less than your full earnings.

The best way to find the right cover for you is to seek expert advice from an independent professional.

The aim is to find the best value-for-money cover, not the cheapest, so speak to a qualified financial adviser in your area if you’re interested in finding out more.

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It’s also punchier and more comfortable than you might imagine.

You see, the Chevrolet Cruze 1.7 VCDi LT Hatchback gives the impression of being a tiny bit boring and mediocre. From the overly-flexible door panels to the hollow-sounding interior plastics, everything just oozes ‘budget’.

But is this a bad thing if the car is reasonably priced? Probably not in today’s economic climate.

You see, people still want nice things, even when life isn’t quite as sweet as it used to be – and a shiny motor is one of them. Let’s face it, there’s nothing quite like the heady scent of a brand new car – and knowing you’re the first owner gives you a kind of thrill.

So, what’s the Cruze like inside?

Straight away, the iffy looking parttextile covered, plasticky dashboard lets things down a bit, but in lots of other ways the Chevy is admirable.

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In mid-range LT trim, under review here, the Cruze Hatchback incorporates features such as cruise control, electric windows, a multifunction trip computer, parking distance sensors, remote audio controls and a leather steering wheel and gearknob. What a shame I couldn’t find a USB port for my i-Phone though.

Regardless of some seemingly low-rent materials used on the Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback, it’s not a bad piece of kit for £18,115.

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As alluded to at the top of this piece, the Cruze is reasonably entertaining to drive. The steering is direct and road-holding is decent – almost sportily so, but that should be

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In reality, coupled to Chevrolet’s comparatively high specification and keen pricing, that makes the latest Cruze one of the best value five-door family hatchbacks on the road.

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The inBest Kept Secret Search and Rescue

ever heard of NORLSAR? Well, that’s not surprising considering that last time I checked, Norfolk hasn’t got any mountains that people can either get lost or fall down on! Nevertheless there is still a requirement in Norfolk for search and rescue services.

Norfolk Lowland Search and Rescue (NorLSAR) are a registered charity consisting of a group of volunteers, who are trained in search and rescue techniques and are prepared to help Norfolk Constabulary search for vulnerable missing people 365 days a year. NorLSAR are a 24/7 service and they aim to always have a team

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ready to help search for missing people.

Along with 26 other Lowland Search and Rescue teams in the country, NorLSAR form part of Lowland Rescue, who are associate members of Mountain Rescue England & Wales and also form part of the UK SAR Operators Group along with the police, fire, ambulance, RNLI and coastguard services.

Most searches are undertaken on foot by search teams, sometimes supported by the mountain bike team and the trained water bank search team. They also work with swiftwater rescue teams as well as air scenting search dogs. Training is undertaken twice a month, either outdoors at locations around Norfolk or indoors in Norwich, Dereham or Hethersett. Training is often carried out jointly with other organisations such as 4X4 Response, HM Coastguard, and Norfolk Fire & Rescue together with their Urban Search & Rescue Team.

Volunteering Are you over 18 years of age and able to walk 5 miles in 2 hours?

Do you think you possess the qualities to become a fully trained Search Technician?

If so, then please contact the Membership Secretary either by e-mail on webberp2000frmembership@btinternet.com or via the contact us page on their website.

Training is provided in a number of topics such as search techniques, basic first aid, navigation, radio communication and crime scene preservation.

Or maybe you could assist NorLSAR in fundraising or other administration tasks?

If you would just like to know more about NorLSAR, please visit www.NORLSAR.org.uk or find them on Facebook.

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