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20 - Health; How to look after Your feet
28 - John Doe Coffee Shop
30 - Puzzle Page; Sudoku, Anagram, Pictogram & Word Ladder
36 - Quiz; Look Back In Time
42 - Gardening; What Do We Mean by Exotic Plants
37 - Local Reports (to page 43)
38 - Community Events & What’s On (to page 40)
48 - Where Is Dakenham? by Chris Weston
49 - Did you Know?
49 - Quiz Answers
50 - Motoring; Suzuki’s New Vitara Full Hybrid
52 - Business Card Section
54 - Advert sizes & fees
56 - Index
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optimism,” says the chair of the trustees, Jane Bond. “And because
crafts people have missed the buzz of the festival and the opportunity old. It s also a wonderful showcase for local artisans. Something for
WHERE IS DAKENHAM?
By Chris Weston
On August 25th, 2021, the Eastern Evening News published details of a proposed Masterplan to replace the former USSAF Rackheath wartime Aerodrome with housing and more. The report also included an image taken in part of Muck Lane, duly renamed as such in the early 20th century, having previously been known as Dakenham Hall Lane. The current name also reflects agricultural activity in the area. But who knows that one corner of the proposed development also lies in part of a long-lost community, able to claim itself as a ‘lost village?’
Anyone living in or near Station Road in Salhouse, will be familiar with the name ‘Dakenham’, found today in two separate parts of the locality. Dakenham Close is a turning off here, only a short distance from the main B1140 NorwichSalhouse-Acle road. Several hundred yards later after passing under the railway bridge, is the entrance to Salhouse railway station. Opposite here stands Dakenham Hall and next door, also Dakenham Farm. One part of what may be visibly assumed as the Hall is separately, Dakenham Hall Cottage.
While living in the vicinity over 20 years ago, I often wondered how a relatively small property (compared with the size of some Norfolk Halls) gained its title. Anyone passing the property would have no idea of its name apart from the gatepost name board and another in the outer wall. So why was there a Hall and could Dakenham have been a hamlet of either Rackheath or Salhouse? Or, was it once an actual place? Many months of research and enquiries produced very little as not much appears to have ever been recorded or written about this location. But one day and quite unexpectedly, the tide turned!
While working on a different project, I suddenly found mention of a former ‘small community or settlement’ called Dakenham, located near the Salhouse end of Rack-
heath. Recorded as “a possible Medieval to Post Medieval settlement” (AD 1066-1539 & 1450-1900 respectively) this would have spanned today’s area between Dakenham Hall and Dakenham Close. Hence the five present-day turnings of Truman Close, Wood Green, Warren Green, Howlett’s Loke and Dakenham Close all leading off Station Road would once, have effectively been in Dakenham rather than in Rackheath or Salhouse as ‘dictated’ by more recent parish boundary lines.
A late medieval or early postmedieval road known as Ravensgate Way once linking Norwich and Wroxham is shown as such, on Mousehold maps of 1585 and 1910. After leaving the city and passing the Lazar House, this road crossed Mousehold Heath, entering Rackheath in the vicinity of today’s Sam Smith Way, near Eva Road. It then passed the southern side of Dakenham Hall after which both the settlement and an already established double trackway (the current Rackheath / Salhouse parish border) are thought to have joined the former Ravensgate Way, to continue towards the river crossing in Wroxham. Documents show several medieval tracks and hollow ways running from Norwich through Sprowston and on to Rackheath.
But little trace now remains of three medieval routes of Ravensgate Way, Ranworth Way and Horning Ferry Way. In Roman times, yet another river crossing at Wayford led to a large Roman camp, there and was heavily used by those from the Roman site at Brampton, between Buxton and Aylsham. At various times, archaeologists have surveyed the Dakenham area, concluding it’s similar to sites mapped in Lincolnshire and elsewhere, so even a late Prehistoric to Roman period site (AD 43 to 409) is also possible. Several cropmarks discovered or seen from the air have also been found, further suggesting former activity in the area.
But one over-riding uncertainty remains. As Dakenham doesn’t appear to be independently included in any census records, to which neighbour was it really once ‘attached’ or had it vanished before that system began? Maybe someone before my time had already discovered its former existence and reintroduced the name so it might live on, which it still does - at least for now.
If the proposed new development becomes reality, yet another name might arrive, unless just Rackheath remains, also perpetuating one more of Norfolk’s famous airbases
Muck Lane near Dakenham Hall. Beyond, are trees beyond which was once, the RAF Rackheath airbase
2ND JUNE 2022
WROXHAM BURE VALLEY ROTARY CLUB
We are coming up to one of our busiest times of the tear. By the time you read this Strumpshaw steam rally will be upon us. It takes place from Thursday 2nd through to Sunday 5th June, and promises to be the biggest and best ever. Wroxham Bure Valley Rotary Club will once again be manning the entrance gates over all four days. We also have other activities coming up including a couple of barbecues, our annual Assembly, where incoming president Robin Baines outlines his plans for the year ahead, and at the end of June our celebratory handover evening where the 2022/23 officers take over the mantle of running the club. We enjoyed a successful appearance at the Horning Boat show on 30th April, where we raised £285 through our 50/50 raffle and we also spoke to several potential new members. We also welcomed Patsy Johnson-Cisse from the local charity Fresh Start New Beginnings to a recent meeting at Wroxham Barns. She brought us up to date with extra pressures that Covid brought to the demand for help from her charity in a very impassioned and heartfelt presentation, At the end of the evening we were delighted to present her charity with a cheque for £1,170.
Looking further ahead the next date for your diaries is Friday 12th August when we are running a Barn dance in a real barn in Rackheath. We have an excellent band and there will be a cash and card bar available. Tickets including barbecue are £15 for adults, accompa-
nied children under 10 are free. (Tickets available from Sally on 01692 678333),
Entries are now flooding in for our free entry Classic Car Show at Wroxham Barns on Sunday 18th September from 10am, run in conjunction with Wroxham Barns, and 1st Hoveton & Wroxham Sea Scouts. Keep the date for an excellent day out, more details to follow. You can support us and the many local and international charities we donate to, through the Broadland Council Lottery Scheme – simply go on line ( www.communityatheartlottery.co m ) and sign up, selecting Wroxham Bure Valley Rotary Club as
your chosen cause. You can also support us directly by visiting our page on the www.totalgiving.co.uk web site.
To find out more about us and our many and varied activities you could come along to one of our meetings. Meantime, we hope everyone stays safe and remember, in the true Rotary spirit of “Service above Self” we have members ready and willing to help out in the local community wherever the need arises. If you fancy joining us for a vibrant, sociable, active, and fun club experience, please contact our president, Peter Milsted, on 01603 782733 / 07850 742337.
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LADIES * Have you discovered the Ladies Lunch Club? If not – read on!
The Club is a friendly gathering of ladies who meet on the 4th Tuesday of the month (October – June) at the Old Rectory Hotel in Crostwick, where we enjoy a lovely lunch, followed by a talk from a guest speaker on a diverse range of topics – from ‘Being a Life Model’ to ‘Medical Dogs’, ‘The Tudor Kitchen’ to ‘To the Hammer Born’. Is this something you would enjoy? Why not ‘come and try’ at one of these meetings or come with a group of friends.
Whilst our official title is The Horning & District Ladies Lunch Club, you do NOT have to live in Horning in order to join us!
It is necessary to book in advance.
For more information please contact Tricia Elson on 01692 630206 or ladieslunchclub@btinternet.com
June/July Events
HOVETON, WROXHAM AND DISTRICT GARDENING CLUB - On May 6th the members enjoyed an interesting talk on Peonies. I must apologise if this read Pelagoniums in your magazine. This will be the talk for September.
On June 16th at 7.30p.m. at Sheringham Garden Club the three way quiz will be held. Please let Pam know if you would like to attend. Likewise on Thursday 7th July we are visiting the gardens of Graham and Sarah Last, High view House Norwich Road Roughton. NR11 8NA. Admission £5.00 with £3.00 refreshment charge if desired. Please let Pam know for numbers and travel arrangements if required. Meet at their car park 2.00p.m.
Friends are welcome too, not just the members.
WROXHAM FLOWER CLUB - Tuesday the 14TH June at the New Victory Hall, Neatishead, NR12 8AD Morning Speaker - Brenda Eyers “An Outdoor Girl” Afternoon Demonstration - Tony Brown “For the Love of Flowers” Doors Open 10.30 am £30 per ticket to include a drink on arrival, a plated cold lunch and tea or coffee. Please call Su Mace on 07902 140520 to book your ticket There will be stalls and a raffle too!
WEDNESDAY 13th July - Garden visits for members only. For more information, please call Rosie Howell on 07539764196.
NEW FARM AVIATION HERITAGE GROUP
MUSEUM - reopened on April 10th. This year we have new items on display so even more interest. Also, this year we are Open twice a month second & fourth Sundays in the
month from April to October. Even better with all the price increases it is still free yes FREE ADMISSION. EXHIBITS stretch from dinosaur pooh!!! through both wars to Gulf war. All services are represented and various countries.
There is also an extensive display from Rackheath airfield including personal items through to military equipment.
A really good day out for free refreshments available. David Calver (chairman)
TUNSTEAD JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS ON THE RECREATION GROUND - 5th June from 11am to 10pm. Fun Dog Show starts at 1pm with 15 classes and rosettes to 5th place. Lots of stalls, games, Bar and refreshments, Vintage Tractors. Live music from 3.30 into the evening. Entry 50p for 16 and over, under 16's free. Parking on site
STALHAM & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY - Saturday 11th June – Annual Plant Fair at East Ruston Old Vicarage Gardens.
Friday 17th June- “You Too Can Show” by Mrs Pauline Harper.
Friday 15th July – “Orchids” by Mrs Robin McDonald.
Meetings and will be held in The Poppy Centre, off Recreation Road, Stalham, Norwich, NR12 9BH. The start time for the meetings is 7.15pm for 7.30pm, ample parking, hot and cold drinks and biscuit, and a raffle. The Shows both open to the public at 2.00pm with raffle, refreshments, tombola, and mini plant fairs. The society website is www.stalhamhorticultural.co.uk for further information
CELEBRATE THE QUEENS PLATINUM JUBILEE -
St. Mary’s Church Wroxham, Friday 3rd June 10.004.00 p.m. Enjoy memories of the fifty’s exhibition, plus table of vintage collectibles for sale. Tea & cakes.
St. Mary’s. welcome you to traditional Afternoon tea at Wroxham church hall Saturday 4th June & Monday 4th July 3.00 p.m. tickets available at £12, please call 01603 783399.
Coffee morning Monday 13th June Wroxham Church Hall from 10.00,free coffee & refreshments. Come and meet friends for a chat. (We would be grateful for a few Donations please)
ning two of the NCCA leagues. Hopefully, Aylsham will be able to build on this success and, possibly,
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Regular Events
NEATISHEAD COMMUNITY GYM - Friendly, relaxed, affordable, local gym open to all (12+), but especially catering for older age groups and those who are uncomfortable in a commercial gym. Excellent support from experienced instructor. If you want to improve your fitness or mobility, at whatever level, give us a try! Open Mondays, Wednesdays and Sundays 8.30 to 12.30 at New Victory Hall, Neatishead. Ring or text Gary on our FREE TRIAL HOTLINE of 07387 876216, or email gym@victoryhall.info for other enquiries
COLTISHALL & HORSTEAD PRE-SCHOOL - Monday to Wednesday 9.00am to 12pm and 12pm to 3pm, Thursday and Friday 9.00am to 12pm. For 2 years upwards. Held at Coltishall Community Centre, Rectory Road. OFSTED Graded ‘GOOD’. Welcoming all families to join our active playgroup including regular allotment and local primary school visits. Please phone our friendly team: 07539 928124 Charity number: 1164338.
COLTISHALL AND HORSTEAD WI meet on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Church Rooms, Rectory Road. Coltishall at 2.30pm. Details; please phone Rosie Howell on 01603 737762.
HAUTBOIS DISTRICT RANGERS meet alternative Wednesdays, 7-8:30pm. We're a small group of girls aged 14+ looking for more people to join us. We do a variety of different activities from camping, to shopping, kayaking to performing! If you're interested or want more information please call Gina 07775 520911.
HORNING ART CLASS is held on Thursday afternoons at 2 o’clock in the Village Hall Annexe. We have an excellent tutor on hand to give guidance or tuition in all media. We are a friendly group with a mixed range of abilities and styles. Interested in joining us ? Please ring Christine Charles on 01692 630751.
POKER - Every Sunday at the Diplomat in Badersfield (RAF Colt) we have a weekly league games for points that qualify you for 3 Regional finals & 3 National final competitions. £3.50 a week registers your points online at The Nuts Poker League. Play starts at 7.30pm see you there! New players welcome.
KINGS HEAD QUIZ NIGHT Hoveton Thurs nights at 7.30pm. Still £1 per person admission inclusive of a FREE Quiznighter's Buffet. Max 6 in a team. Winner takes all & Picture Quiz winner leaves with a FREE bottle of wine!
NORTH WALSHAM PHOTOGRAPHIC GROUP meets 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month, 7.30pm at Salvation Army Hall, Hall Lane, North Walsham. De-
tails from Secretary, Liz Fiddy, on 01692 582793 or email trevorandliz@talktalk.net
TIDDLERS BABY & TODDLER GROUP Meeting at Horstead Tithe Barn, first and third Wednesday of the month during term time, 9.45 - 11.30am £2 per family. Lots of lovely toys for children, cuppa and a chat for you. Email: tiddlerstoddlergroup@gmail.com for more info or just come along.
ADULTS DISABLED SOCIAL GROUP Are you physically disabled, bored, and lonely, unable to meet people? Every other Mon from 7pm-11pm. Join us at Ads Group. Darts, Pool, Table Tennis, Board Games, DVD and book swap, music, and loads of friendly chat and fun! Bar with soft drinks, Bar-B-Q’s. Please call Julie Sparkes for details, 07903 974593. In Wroxham, NR12 8UH.
AYLSHAM CHESS CLUB Meets at Aylsham & District Ex-Service & Social Club on Monday evenings during the Sep - Jun season. Contact: David Owen (Club Secretary), Tel: 01263 731327, e-mail: davidowen364@btinternet.com
COMMUNITY CAFÉ AT THE HUB Come and join us for a cuppa, a slice of homemade cake & a chat! We meet every Thursday from 10.30-12pm at Wroxham & Hoveton United Reformed Church (The Hub), 114 Norwich Rd, Wroxham, NR12 8SA. We are open to all and there's no charge.
1st COLTISHALL GUIDES. We are a charitable organisation who deliver broad programmes of activities for the development of young girls and women. The Guide group caters for 10-14 year olds providing them with a safe environment in which they can develop both personally and socially. Email: firstcoltishallguides@gmail.com or contact Claire on 07826 444 046.
BUXTON PHOTOGRAPHIC CLUB
We are a small friendly club catering for all levels and styles of photography, we meet the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month, at 7.30pm in Buxton Village Hall, in Buxton. for further details contact: info@buxtonphotographicclub.co.uk or contact John on 07526777962.
Full details of program can be found here, www.buxtonphotographicclub.co.uk
222 (BROADLANDS) SQUADRON RAFAC - We are a youth organisation sponsored by the RAF. We meet on Monday and Friday evenings at Broadland High Ormiston Academy and get up to everything from flying and shooting, to sport and adventure activities. If you are at least 12 years-old and in Year 8 at school come along and find out for yourself if being an Air Cadet is for you. Get in touch via our website (www.222-atc.org.uk) to arrange a taster visit to Squadron.
Whilst most of us are keeping our fingers crossed for a warm upcoming summer, our furry friends may be hoping for cooler times. Here are a few tips to keep in mind as the weather warms to try to help keep our pets safe and healthy.
Dogs:
Avoid walking in the heat of the day – get out first or last thing in the day when the temperature is cooler. Reduce the duration of exercise and take water on walks with you.
Keep long and thick coated dog breeds trimmed short during the summer months. Remember dog groomers can get particularly busy so book in advance.
By the time you read this we will have just held our Charter Lunch, celebrating 46 years of Service to our community. This is an annual event were our members, supporters and other Lions from around our area and further afield, come together to socialise and recognise the importance of the small part we play in helping those less fortunate. As well as supporting many local individuals, causes and charities we also, as reported in my April article, contribute to the Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF). Our many donations over the years have been recognised by LCIF and we have been awarded Model Club status. One of only six clubs within our district. This would not have been possible without the continued support of you, the general public, whose monetary donations through our fundraising and donations of items to sell in our shop have enabled this to happen. I would like to offer our grateful thanks and hope that you can, under these very difficult times, continue to do so.
Hot tarmac can lead to burns and blisters on the pads of dogs’ feetbefore going for a walk, place the back of your hand on the tarmac, if you can’t keep it there for five seconds, then it’s too hot for your dog to walk on!
May 22nd saw our second Craft Fair take place. We hope you enjoyed the variety of different items on sale and stopped for a short while to enjoy some refreshments and a snack.
Summer is on its way!
salivating, vomiting, depression, weakness, seizures, collapse. If you suspect heatstroke, move your animal to a cool or shaded area, offer water, cover in cool water (not cold water) and contact your vet immediately – heat stroke can be fatal if not dealt with quickly.
Cats:
Don't forget our that after an enforced two year break, our Hoveton Charity Village Fete takes place on Sunday 7th August, 10am to 4pm. Admission is 2.50 for adults with children under 16 free.
There will be lots to see and do, including craft, trade and charity stalls, classic cars, live music, childrens ride, boucy castle , climbing wall, food and refreshments, bar and more
Did you know that white haired and thin haired cats are prone to sun burn? The ear pinnae (ear flaps) are the usual site affected, and this can contribute to development of cancer later in life. The best way to manage this is to apply a light layer of animal friendly sunblock to the ears on sunny days.
Rabbits:
Like dogs and cats, these furry friends often enjoy a spot of sunbathing but aren’t immune to the potential side effects. Make sure water is always topped up and easily accessible and ensure areas of shade are always available. Be Flystrike aware - this is a tragic
You can, as always, follow us on Facebook, Twitter or our website. We look forward to seeing or hearing from you.
Lion Mick Holden, President.
Dogs die in hot cars (and caravans, and conservatories!) - temperatures inside the vehicle can rapidly sore to double that of the outside air temperature within minutes. Ideally avoid making your dog travel in the car on warm days, but if it’s necessary then be sure to keep journeys short, keep windows open and or air con on and consider cooling devices such as cooling mats, travel water bowls etc. Be sure to assess your dog for signs of overheating regularly and most importantly NEVER leave a dog unattended in a vehicle. If you do see a dog in a car on a warm day, showing signs of heat stroke, please phone the RSPCA or the police and follow their advice.
We will be attending the Wroxham Parish Councils Platinum Jubilee Celebration on Thursday June 2nd at Wroxham Football Club with our mobile tombola. Please pay us a visit, try your hand at winning a cuddly toy and find out a bit more about your local Lions club. Community at Heart Lottery results are in!
A winning ticket is potentially a week away, we thank you for your continued support. If you haven't signed up yet visit our page https:// www.communityatheartlottery. com/support/wroxham-andhoveton-lions-club
Heatstroke – signs of heat stroke include excessive panting and
Are you moving house and in preparation have some unwanted items or are you just having a good declutter. If so we’ll be happy to take any undamaged Bric a Brac, toys, books or clean clothing during shop opening times, preferably in the morning before the shop opens between 9 and 10am. For those unable to take items to the shop we can collect. Please ring the shop on 01603 783737 to arrange collection. Please do not leave anything outside the shop as it sidered to be Fly such is unlawful.
Did you volunteer in some capacity during the Pandemic? If so you will know how rewarding it is. We are always on the lookout for volunteers to help in the shop or to lend a hand as a Friend of Wroxham and Hoveton Lions. Full membership is also available and you would be joining the worlds largest charitable service organisation, If you are looking for new challenges in a friendly environment, we happy to give you more information. Please contact our Membership Chairperson Lion Lydia Spight via our our website www.wroxhamandhovetonlions.org Alternatively, give me a call on 01603 781310.
disease and can easily catch you out. The condition most commonly affects rabbits but can potentially happen in any species Flystrike involves flies laying eggs on/ around the animal, which hatch out as maggots and begin eating on the animal’s flesh. This occurs in warm weather, where there is soiled bedding or where the animal is vulnerable such as the elderly, overweight or debilitated. Avoidance involves making sure the environment is generally clean, treating wounds immediately and ensuring animals are not soiled with urine or faeces. For rabbits be sure to check their bottoms daily and consider applying preventative spot-on treatments. Should you suspect your animal of having this condition, seek veterinary advice immediately.
If you have any concerns or questions regarding your pet’s health, please give our team a call on 01603 783920
David Martin BVM&S MRCVS
Womack Herons is a social club with a boating interest and a year round programme of events usually focused in the Northern Broads and Norwich areas. We have boating and non-boating members, so whilst a number of our activities are riverside, many are not, and all events are accessible by road. Our informal meetings always include the opportunity to share a meal together – a pub meal, picnic or BBQ – and often a walk, quiz, talk or visit to a place of interest. We welcome visitors and new mem-
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Whilst most of us are keeping our fingers crossed for a warm upcoming summer, our furry friends may be hoping for cooler times. Here are a few tips to keep in mind as the weather warms to try to help keep our pets safe and healthy.
Dogs:
Avoid walking in the heat of the day – get out first or last thing in the day when the temperature is cooler. Reduce the duration of exercise and take water on walks with you.
Keep long and thick coated dog breeds trimmed short during the summer months. Remember dog groomers can get particularly busy so book in advance.
By the time you read this we will have just held our Charter Lunch, celebrating 46 years of Service to our community. This is an annual event were our members, supporters and other Lions from around our area and further afield, come together to socialise and recognise the importance of the small part we play in helping those less fortunate. As well as supporting many local individuals, causes and charities we also, as reported in my April article, contribute to the Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF). Our many donations over the years have been recognised by LCIF and we have been awarded Model Club status. One of only six clubs within our district. This would not have been possible without the continued support of you, the general public, whose monetary donations through our fundraising and donations of items to sell in our shop have enabled this to happen. I would like to offer our grateful thanks and hope that you can, under these very difficult times, continue to do so.
Hot tarmac can lead to burns and blisters on the pads of dogs’ feetbefore going for a walk, place the back of your hand on the tarmac, if you can’t keep it there for five seconds, then it’s too hot for your dog to walk on!
May 22nd saw our second Craft Fair take place. We hope you enjoyed the variety of different items on sale and stopped for a short while to enjoy some refreshments and a snack.
animal to a cool or shaded area, offer water, cover in cool water (not cold water) and contact your vet immediately – heat stroke can be fatal if not dealt with quickly.
Cats:
Don't forget our that after an enforced two year break, our Hoveton Charity Village Fete takes place on Sunday 7th August, 10am to 4pm. Admission is 2.50 for adults with children under 16 free.
There will be lots to see and do, including craft, trade and charity stalls, classic cars, live music, childrens ride, boucy castle , climbing wall, food and refreshments, bar and more
Did you know that white haired and thin haired cats are prone to sun burn? The ear pinnae (ear flaps) are the usual site affected, and this can contribute to development of cancer later in life. The best way to manage this is to apply a light layer of animal friendly sunblock to the ears on sunny days.
Rabbits:
Like dogs and cats, these furry friends often enjoy a spot of sunbathing but aren’t immune to the potential side effects. Make sure water is always topped up and easily accessible and ensure areas of shade are always available. Be Flystrike aware - this is a tragic
You can, as always, follow us on Facebook, Twitter or our website. We look forward to seeing or hearing from you.
Lion Mick Holden, President.
happen in any species Flystrike involves flies laying eggs on/ around the animal, which hatch out as maggots and begin eating on the animal’s flesh. This occurs in warm weather, where there is soiled bedding or where the animal is vulnerable such as the elderly,
treating wounds immediately and ensuring animals are not soiled with urine or faeces. For rabbits be sure to check their bottoms daily and consider applying preventative spot-on treatments. Should you suspect your animal of having this condition, seek veterinary advice immediately.
If you have any concerns or questions regarding your pet’s health, please give our team a call on 01603 783920.
David Martin BVM&S MRCVS
We will be attending the Wroxham Parish Councils Platinum Jubilee Celebration on Thursday June 2nd at Wroxham Football Club with our mobile tombola. Please pay us a visit, try your hand at winning a cuddly toy and find out a more about your local Lions club. Community at Heart Lottery results are in!
A winning ticket is potentially a week away, we thank you for your continued support.
Dogs die in hot cars (and caravans, and conservatories!) - temperatures inside the vehicle can rapidly sore to double that of the outside air temperature within minutes. Ideally avoid making your dog travel in the car on warm days, but if it’s necessary then be sure to keep journeys short, keep windows open and or air con on and consider cooling devices such as cooling mats, travel water bowls etc. Be sure to assess your dog for signs of overheating regularly and most importantly NEVER leave a dog unattended in a vehicle. If you do see a dog in a car on a warm day, showing signs of heat stroke, please phone the RSPCA or the police and follow their advice.
If you haven't signed up yet visit our page https:// www.communityatheartlottery. com/support/wroxham-andhoveton-lions-club
Heatstroke – signs of heat stroke include excessive panting and
Are you moving house and in preparation have some unwanted items or are you just having a good declutter. If so we’ll be happy to take any undamaged Bric a Brac, toys, books or clean clothing during shop opening times, preferably in the morning before the shop opens between 9 and 10am. For those unable to take items to the shop we can collect. Please ring the shop on 01603 783737 to arrange collection. Please do not leave anything outside the shop as it’s considered to be Fly-tipping and as such is unlawful.
Did you volunteer in some capacity during the Pandemic? If so you will know how rewarding it is. We are always on the lookout for volunteers to help in the shop or to lend a hand as a Friend of Wroxham and Hoveton Lions. Full membership is also available and you would be joining the worlds largest charitable service organisation, If you are looking for new challenges in a friendly environment, we’ll be happy to give you more information. Please contact our Membership Chairperson Lion Lydia Spight via our ‘Learn More” link on our website www.wroxhamandhovetonlions.org Alternatively, give me a call on 01603 781310.
Womack Herons is a social club with a boating interest and a year round programme of events usually focused in the Northern Broads and Norwich areas. We have boating and non-boating members, so whilst a number of our activities are riverside, many are not, and all events are accessible by road. Our informal meetings always include the opportunity to share a meal together – a pub meal, picnic or BBQ – and often a walk, quiz, talk or visit to a place of interest. We welcome visitors and new members; membership is £5pp/pa. For information and full details of events see www.womackherons.org.uk; to book contact Tricia at tricia@womackherons.org.uk or 07931 301606.
Our events in June and July are:
Saturday June 11th: Cruise or drive to Ludham for a Summer BBQ in the Garden from 1pm. BYO food, drinks and chairs.
Wednesday July 6th: Coastal Walk in Overstrand followed by afternoon tea at the Sea Marge Hotel. Booking for tea essential by June 29th.
Tuesday July 19th: Cruise or drive to the Ferry Inn Stokesby for lunch at 12.30pm. Booking essential by July 12th.
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tails from Secretary, Liz Fiddy, on 01692 582793 or email
TIDDLERS BABY & TODDLER GROUP
Friendly, relaxed, to 12.30 at New Victory Hall, Neatishead. Ring or text Gary on our FREE TRIAL HOTLINE of 07387 876216, Held at Coltishall Community Centre, meet on the 3rd tory Road. Coltishall at 2.30pm. Details; please phone Rosie Howell on 01603 737762.
Horstead Tithe Barn, first and third Wednesday of the month during term time, 9.45 ly. Lots of lovely toys for children, cuppa and a chat for you. Email: more info or just come along.
ADULTS DISABLED SOCIAL GROUP
Menu changes daily based on fresh market produce available
ic people? Every other Mon from 7pm Ads Group. Darts, Pool, Table Tennis, Board Games, DVD and book swap, music, and loads of friendly chat and fun! Bar with soft drinks, Bar call Julie Sparkes for details, 07903 974593. In Wroxham, NR12 8UH.
2 courses £16.95
3 courses £18.95
AYLSHAM CHESS CLUB trict Ex during the Sep (Club Secretary), Tel: 01263 731327, e davidowen364@btinternet.com
COMMUNITY CAFÉ AT THE HUB for a cuppa, a slice of homemade cake & a chat! We meet every Thursday from 10.30 Hoveton United Reformed Church (The Hub), 114 Norwich Rd, Wroxham, NR12 8SA. We are open to
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DANCE FOR FUN - is a fun dance club teaching children 6 and upwards Ballet, Tap, Disco & Gymnastic Dance. We meet Wednesday evening from 6 to 8pm in Smallburgh village hall. The club takes part in many community events through the year. If your child is interested in coming to see what we do please pop along any Wednesday evening.
TUNSTEAD MAHJONG GROUP is a small, friendly and informal group of ladies and men who meet to play Mahjong once a week, on a Friday morning from 10.00am until 1.00pm. At a members home in Tunstead. We are a mixed ability group who would welc ome both those who have played before and total beginners, the latter of whom we are happy to teach. Mahjong is a game played with tiles. The object of the game is to collect sets of particular tiles rather like the card game Rummy. If you enjoy games such as bridge, chess or playing cards, then you might like to join us. If you are interested to play or you would just like to come along and see the game in progress, please telephone Carol on 01603 929368 or email carol_hodgkiss@hotmail.com
STALHAM & DISTRICT BRANCH, ROYAL BRITISH
LEGION - We are relaunching the branch and are seeking members, new and existing, to join us at our new monthly meetings on the third Thursday of each month from 7.00pm, at the Swan Public House, High Street, Stalham. Meetings will be of an informal, social nature, with the accent on a regular meet, greet and friendly chat for ex-service personnel, their families and friends, living in Stalham and surrounding villages. All are welcome, whether ex-Forces or otherwise. For further information please contact Robert Glenister email robert.glenister@yahoo.com or via our facebook page, www.facebook.com/ stalhamroyalbritishlegion
THE NEEDLES - At Broadland Youth & Community Centre Hoveton on Tuesday’s 10-4pm. If you stitch knit, crochet, patchwork, do dressmaking and would like help with zips, hems, casting on or can help others,? Come along and share your skills and tips or learn something new and let’s have some fun and chat. For more information contact Margaret on 01692 651333
HORNING BRIDGE CLUB Further information can be found on our website: www.bridgewebs.com/ horning or telephone Ann Riley (chairman) – 01603 782009.
STALHAM COMMUNITY GYM is now in it’s 10th year and we are once again, open. We still have the same Motto “health and well-being for all”. The fully equipped, air-conditioned gym is based at The Poppy Centre, Recreation Road, Stalham, NR12 9BH. Our qualified Instructors can provide you with a programme designed for you individually whatever your needs and abilities. We support Yoga and Zumba
and members are entitled to a discounted fee for these classes. Our opening times are Monday 7am to midday (Boxfit with Ric at 11am to 1130am). Wednesday 9am to midday. Thursday 7am to midday with Helen’s Weights Class at 10 am. The gym then re-opens at 5pm till 8pm. Friday 7am to midday and Sunday 9am to midday.
Membership fees are £25 per month adult, £15 pm under 18’s. Concessions are available. Or, you can Pay As You Go at £5 per session.
Telephone Helen between 9am and 6pm on 07716 811696 for more information.
Alternatively, contact us on the gym mobile 07547 321874 during opening hours or email stalhamcommunitygym@gmail.com and we will get back to you. Find us on Facebook Stalham Community Gym or www.stalhamcommunitygym.org.uk
We provide a safe, friendly, supportive environment for all members of the local community and surrounding areas and look forward to welcoming new and existing members.
WROXHAM W I meets on the third Wednesday afternoon of most months at the Church Hall, Wroxham. The meetings start at 2.15 p.m. Please ring Roz on 01603 781155 if you would like to find out more. Everyone most welcome!
HOVETON FARMERS & PRODUCERS MARKET
Usually held on the 4th Saturday of every month at Spixworth Village Hall 9.30 to 12.30. Come along for all your fresh produce including Fresh Fish, Meat, Fruit & Veg, Cakes, Bread and Preserves. Plus a wide variety of handmade craft stalls offering beautiful original gift ideas. Refreshments available.
WROXHAM, HOVETON AND BELAUGH VOLUNTARY COMMUNITY CARS: Transport to Medical Appointments Charity No. 1044332
We have a team of volunteer drivers who are prepared to take anyone in need of transport to a medical appointment e.g doctors, dentists, opticians, hospitals. The areas we cover are for people registered at Hoveton/Wroxham Medical Practice, e.g. Salhouse, Rackheath, Horning, Tunstead, so if you live in any of these surrounding villages, you will be able to use our service. We also take patients registered at The Coltishall Surgery who live in the Wroxham/Hoveton area. We do make a nominal charge, depending on the distance, to cover the drivers’ running costs. We do have wheelchairs available but you must have sufficient mobility to get in and out of the car as none of our vehicles are wheelchair accessible. For further details with regards to booking a car, please phone: 01603 784 455
AYLSHAM CHESS CLUB
Aylsham teams win chess leagues!
Two Aylsham Chess Club (ACC) teams have won their respective Norfolk County Chess Association (NCCA) leagues.
During the 2021-22 season, Aylsham Spitfires (NCCA Div 2 West) competed against teams representing Broadland, Fakenham, King’s Lynn and North Norfolk.
Aylsham Hurricanes (Div 3) competed against teams representing Broadland, North Norfolk, Norwich (St John’s Bishops & Knights) and Wymondham.
John Wickham (NCCA & ACC Chair) commented:
“After two years of COVID it was great to complete a full chess season. Aylsham Chess Club, only founded in 2018, did well in winning two of the NCCA leagues. Hopefully, Aylsham will be able to build on this success and, possibly, have enough players for a third team in the 2022-23 season.”
To find out more about Aylsham Chess Club contact Jonathan Reeve: Tel: 01263-733744 or email:
aylshamchessclub@gmail.com
For details of other Norfolk Chess Clubs visit: www.norfolkchess.org/ clubs.html
Photos from their final games of the 2021-22 season
North Norfolk Seals versus Aylsham Spitfires Names (left to right): North Norfolk Seals (David Jones, Edward Hackford, Robin Blackwell & Alan Page) and Aylsham Spitfires (Dan Hedges, David Owen, Matt Rausch & John Wickham)
WROXHAM LIBRARY
We look forward to welcoming you back! We are gradually reintroducing our usual activities, check our Facebook page or call the library on 01603 782560 for updates. Below are some of the events and services we offer.
· New. Knit and Natter – not just for knitters! Bring your embroidery, textile, or crochet project along to our informal gathering. Thursday 16th June 2.00- 4.00pm. No group 2nd June because of Jubilee Bank Holiday.
· New. Crib Club (Cribbage card game) – new players welcome -Thursday 10th June 2.00-4:00pm. Please bring your own board and cards if you have them.
· New. Scrabble Club Last Thursday of each month from 2.004.00pm. Thursday 24th June. All welcome.
· Jubilee Craft Morning on Saturday 4th June, 11.30am –12.30pm (approx.) ideal for 5 – 11year-olds but the whole family is welcome. Join us for a family craft activity with a royal theme. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. No need to book. Thinking of starting up or growing your own business? As a local Business and IP Centre, we have free access to a wide range of business resources at Wroxham library. Find out more at: www.norfolk.gov.uk/bipcnorfolk
· Get creative at our brand new After School Art Club. Perfect for 8 - 11-year-olds. Sketch, draw and colour, but most importantly, have fun! Every Wednesday 3.30 – 4.30pm.
· Just a Cuppa, every Tuesday
10.00 – 12pm. If you’re at a loose end or want to get out of the house for a bit, come along for a friendly chat over a cup of tea or coffee and a biscuit.
· Story Explorers, is a brand new reading adventure for children aged 0 – 5 years now available at Wroxham library! Reading to your child from birth can help to build language and literacy skills, and our Story Explorers club is the perfect way to get started. When you sign up, you’ll get a welcome pack and reading map. Then, as you reach new reading milestones, you’ll be able to collect stickers and certificates along the way, as well as info and top tips on books and activities suited to your baby, toddler or pre-schooler. To sign up, simply visit the library and speak to a member of staff – we look forward to helping you get started on your reading adventure soon!
· Our Bounce and Rhyme sessions take place on Wednesday at 10.30am. There is now no need to book a place at they are operating on a drop-in basis, however spaces are still limited.
· Family History – Use our free access to Find My Past any time the library is open. Drop-in on Wednesday and Friday evenings between 4.00pm and 6.00pm to get advice from Diane, our family and local history expert. Please contact the library first to confirm the sessions are running on 01603 782560.
· Coming Soon! – Digital 1-2-1 sessions with our Computer Buddy. Dates to be confirmed. Contact the library for more details. Booking Live – Wroxham Library events are available to view and book online. To find out more, head to the Libraries What’s On page using the following link: https:// www.norfolk.gov.uk/libraries-localhistory-and-archives/libraries/whats -on
· Book one 60 or 120 minute session per day on a computer, please contact the library on 01603 782560 for more information
· Return items through the drop box or self-service kiosks
· Download the FREE Spydus app to check out books on your smartphone
Download eBooks, audio books, newspapers and magazines by visiting www.norfolk.gov.uk/ libraries
Use our self-service Baby Weigh Scales on request.
Housebound Library Service
If you are unable to get out to the library to get your library books, we can bring them to you! Call the library on 01603 782560 for further details.
We’ve made some changes to keep you safe, so
· please bring your library card with you or join in the library or online
· we welcome the wearing of face coverings
· we encourage you to keep a respectful distance from other people
· hand sanitiser is available for use on the way in and out of the library surfaces and computers will be regularly wiped down
Our normal opening hours are below, though please check for updates on our Facebook and Webpages. We have further extended our opening hours with the Open Library service – contact the library for more information. Please note we will be shut Thursday 2nd, Friday 3rd June for the Jubilee Bank Holiday.
· Monday: Closed
· Tuesday: 10 - 7
· Wednesday: 10- 7
· Thursday: 10-7
· Friday: 10-7
· Saturday: 10- 4 Sunday: Closed
Visit our Facebook page https:// www.facebook.com/ wroxhamlibraryofficial for updates on events and activities. www.norfolk.gov.uk/libraries
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whose former existence will be almost obliterated. Dakenham may no longer exist as a community, but still remains as a small part of Rackheath on one side of Station Road and of Salhouse on the other.
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Welcome… to the latest edi�on of THE WROXHAM & COLTISHALL BOOK
Summer is here - it’s time to get out in the garden and enjoy the Norfolk Broads sunshine! Should you need any help in and around your property, as always you’ll find lots of thriving local business services inside this magazine!
At home, we’ve been reflecting on the past few years; July is particularly relevant to us because this time of year 16 years ago we launched THE WROXHAM & COLTISHALL BOOK.
We’ve been through a lot together during that time haven’t we? J Looking back, with plenty of hard work we hoped all would turn out well, and indeed it has; publishing has literally become a way of life for our family. The friends we’ve made along the way amongst customers, suppliers, distributors, charities, clubs and local residents has been extremely rewarding and for that, we’re very grateful. Enjoy June & July!...
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What’s Inside… Page:
04 - Home & Interiors; Choosing Garden Furniture 16 - Beauty; Active Ingredients 17 - Wordsearch; Flowers
20 - Health; How to look after Your feet
28 - John Doe Coffee Shop
30 - Puzzle Page; Sudoku, Anagram, Pictogram & Word Ladder
36 - Quiz; Look Back In Time
42 - Gardening; What Do We Mean by Exotic Plants
37 - Local Reports (to page 43)
38 - Community Events & What’s On (to page 40)
48 - Where Is Dakenham? by Chris Weston
49 - Did you Know?
49 - Quiz Answers
50 - Motoring; Suzuki’s New Vitara Full Hybrid
52 - Business Card Section
54 - Advert sizes & fees
56 - Index
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