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NEWSLETTERFebruary 2008

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DearNewsletter

* e-mail La Chanduriere, St Paul en GatineDear Newsletter,

Letter from FranceWell with Christmas well and truly over (except for all the roofclimbing Santas that are still out - no twelfth night hereobviously) and already struggling with the same old “newyear’s resolution”' to lose some weight we are well on way tohaving completed our first year here in France.I am really glad that we decided to spend our first Christmashere as I wanted to experience the festivities “French style”. Iwouldn't say that it was extremely different from England but itwas different. Traditionally it starts Christmas Eve with whatthey call the Reveillon, which is a big seafood supper of manycourses. It goes on way through the night and into early morningChristmas Day and is traditionally spent with the family.Christmas day is really getting over the night before and then it'sback to normal the next day. Boxing Day is not a bank holidayhere so it's back to work etc. with all the shops open eventhough, like us, they had cleared the aisles of the supermarkettwo days before! New Year’s Eve is pretty much more of thesame, eating and drinking the night away and calling on yourfriends and neighbours well into the wee hours as we discoveredfirst hand. We were just about to make a move for home fromour friends house when at 2:30am in piled 10 French people -"c'est normale" they said. Well we know that now! It was a greatnight though and the French have to be some of the mostsociable people I have ever met.Having the luxury of not working Christmas Eve (sorry girls atthe salon) I was able to go shopping at one of our nearest bigtowns - Niort. There is a huge indoor market there which is openevery day selling the most amazing fresh produce. It truly wasa remarkable sight to see all the French ladies buying theirChristmas food and I have never seen so many oysters beingsold and carried away.So now with all the festivities over it is back to working on thehouse. I feel that I know every DIY store within a 40 mile radiusintimately and am longing for that bit all us girlies love of"dressing the rooms". Dominic did assure me that we wouldhave two letting rooms ready this year but he didn't mentionwhen this year!The Rayburn - dare I mention it? Well it is STILL awaitinginstallation BUT we have been introduced to a frenchplumber/gas man who definitely said that fitting it is no problembut that running it would cost a fortune and that Dominicshouldn't let me have it on. You see they think I don'tunderstand them but I definitely heard that right! Anyway I'vecome this far so I'm not giving in now costly or not - it will bea different story when it is drying his coats and boots andcooking his beef just the way he likes it, you'll see.So on that note I will end this fairly brief update and bid you allBonne Annee (Happy New Year) and Bonne sante (good health)A la prochaine fois - until the next time.

Carole****************

* Lynn Road

Sylvia Grice

Just to say how deeply appreciative myfamily and me are for the sympathy andkind support given since the death of mybeloved Sylvia.

Donations to the ‘Active For Life’ Groupin her memory total £490 so far - thankyou.

Your letters and continuing friendshipare highly valued, bringing muchcomfort.

Sincerely, Tom****************

Pound Lane

Dear Newsletter

Christmas Lights in Heacham

Anyone visiting Heacham over the Festive Season would thinkthat Christmas had been cancelled !!

There were hardly any lights at all, but if other villages can puton a good display why can’t we?

Are there any other residents who feel the same way? If so, andyou are interested in trying to make it happen next Christmasplease make contact via the Newsletter.

Pat & Derek Chester****************

The DriftDear Newsletter,

Changing Faces Coffee MorningA few weeks ago I was visiting Peter at Sutton's Estate Agentsafter having received a message via my daughter Lindsay thathe would like to see me regarding some information that hewanted to tell me.Peter and Jackie asked if I would be interested in having aCoffee Morning at his premises on 21st December in aid ofChanging Faces. Of course I jumped at the opportunity! Petersaid that we could use the office however we wished andsuggested we put up some posters around the village toadvertise the coming event. I got in touch with the charity to askif they could supply a few of their latest pictorial posters whichmight perhaps encourage people to come in and support theevent. Several posters had also been created by Jackie - thesewould be used in the village. Peter used the front window plusone of his advertising boards within the office to make up adisplay with the relevant information about the Coffee Morning.He also told me that one of his friends would be supplying somepastries for that morning.I arrived at the office around 9am on the 21st. Peter was thengoing off to Hunstanton to pick up the pastries for the event andJackie had already started getting the tables and chairs ready forthe people that we hope would turn up! As most of you probablyalready know Peter has been very supportive of local events inHeacham and his most recent was that of the CentenaryCelebrations of the Heacham Football Club, which had alsobeen displayed in his front window for some time making quitean impact on the people in the village!Peter turned up with a whole tray of goodies that had beendonated and these were arranged ready and waiting for thepeople to arrive. The morning gradually progressed and a steadystream of people came in spending quite a bit of time enjoyingthe pastries, tea and coffee. A DVD had been playing through-out the morning showing the work of the charity and peopleseemed very interested by what was seen. The people whoattended were all very generous in giving donations to thecharity.The event ended around 12.30pm and by then we had takenabout £90, but as they days went by the amount had grown to£102 and this has been sent to Changing Faces!I would just like to take this opportunity to say a very BIGTHANK YOU to the people of Heacham as they are and alwayshave been absolutely marvellous in supporting Changing Facesin whatever way they can, you're brilliant!While I'm thanking people I would also just like to mentionthose others who had been major contributors in this fantasticcharity event::-

Peter Sutton of Sutton's Estate Agents; without the generoussupport of this man it wouldn't have been possible! Thankyou so much Peter!Jackie and Ronnie (from Sutton's) who worked tirelessly tohelp with the arrangements, the coffee's and tea's etc, Thankyou both also for your wonderful kindness!And finally Paul Henry for supplying the wonderful pastriesthat everyone enjoyed so much!

Thanks to everybody! With my sincere wishes for a Happy NewYear.

David Bird****************

* Strachan CloseDear Newsletter

London Marathon – 13 April 2008Over the next few weeks and in my 66th year I will again beracking up the miles in preparation for my participation in thisyear’s marathon. I previously ran the event in 2005 and haverecovered sufficiently to do it again!I am again running on behalf of P.A.L.M.S., a locally basedorganisation working to support past and present residents ofcommunity homes for people with mental health problems.Many of these residents might face a future of long-term hospi-tal care but for the invaluable support of the charity.On my previous run the sum in the region of £1,500 was raisedand this was in no small measure due to the kind generosity ofpeople in the village and surrounding areas. I am hoping tomatch that target, hence my appeal through the Newsletter toobtain your support once again.Sponsorship forms are being posted in shops and public build-ings in the village, including Olivers Newsagents in the HighStreet where I am employed as a ‘paper boy’ and which formspart of my training programme for the big event!Any donation whether large or small will be gratefully receivedand I thank you in anticipation for your support.If you wish to contribute and haven’t located a sponsorshipform, please give me a ring – 01485 579162.

John Burdett****************

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Lavender Junction - ’Improvement’ Scheme

The installation of traffic lights at the Lavender junction may beto some people the answer to this strictly seasonal problem, notmine. I consider the changes will increase the delays on themain A149 in the summer season and will do nothing to relievethe delays out of Lynn Road.I wonder how many people living in the Broadway and the westof the village are aware of the additional restrictions which willcome into force when the work is finished, Namely:-1) The banning of right-hand turns into the A149 from theBroadway (towards Lynn).2) The banning of U turns at the traffic lights (This means youwill not be able to turn left out of Broadway make a U turn tocome back up the A149).3) A ban on traffic turning right from the A149 into theBroadway. (What sort of confusion will this cause I wonder).These restrictions will mean that the traffic that normally usesthe Broadway junction to travel to Lynn will have to re-route,meaning increased traffic in Nourse Drive and/or RolfeCrescent. This will turn our normally quiet estate into apotential ’rat run’ for vehicles wanting to get from theBroadway and the village west of it. I accept that some vehiclesdo use Nourse Drive now to get to the Lavender junction, thisscheme will increase the traffic ten fold.I did raise my objections with Norfolk County Council and MottMacdonald in October. After an exchange of letters and viewsthey offered to let the County Councillor for the districtarbitrate.I can only hope they will give the scheme plenty of publicity inthe local press near to completion so that drivers are aware ofthe restrictions at the Broadway junction before they are caught,either breaking the law or making U turns at the end of the road.The only advert I have seen is a notice wrapped around theadvance ‘give way’ sign post in Broadway. Motorists areexpected to read these as they go past at 30mph.

Tom Taylor****************

* Lodge Road

Fred Matthews

I would just like to thank everybody who helped me with thesad loss of my husband Fred. The help I had from Gill atWittons was wonderful as were my son Roger and daughter inlaw Margaret.Also many thanks to my neighbours and friends for all theflowers and support.

Pat****************

Fengate

Christmas Lights

Dear Newsletter,I would like to say thank you to everybody who gave money forHeacham Group Practice. We raised just over £78.00.Congratulations to everybody who had Christmas Lights thisyear, they were wonderful.

Kay Skipper****************

* Staithe Road

Dear Newsletter,

Heacham Harriers

Further to the recent letters about the Heacham Harriers, theyare mentioned by J.Wentworth Day in 'Farming Adventure' oneof many books he wrote about rural East Anglia. He visitedHeacham and Mr Callaby in 1941 and I have selected a fewquotes.

“The Heacham Harriers are exactly what you would expect - abold, varminty, mixed pack, who, I should say, would huntanything on legs from a cat to an income tax collector.”

“Mr Johnson, the baker, is field master and honorary secretary,and the hounds bundle out of the baker’s van at the meet.”

“The van, with its bold inscription announcing bread and cakesand ‘families waited on daily’, full of baying hounds, is exactlythe sort of queer sporting conveyance that you feel fits naturallyinto the North Norfolk picture.”

“It is a pity there are not more Heachams....”

You get the impression the hunting may not have been taken tooseriously, and it might just have been an excuse for a day out.

He also gives special mention to Mr Johnson’s horse, which notonly pulled the baker’s van on its rounds, but also pulled thevillage fire engine of the day.

Paul Cobb****************

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THANK YOU

This is a very heartfelt thank you to Caroline Paige and hus-band; the District Nurse; Paramedics; Police and Fire Crew,who were so kind and helpful when our Uncle sadly passedaway in his car in Station Road, on the 21st January.

The kindness shown to our mother, Mrs. Neill, who was alsoinvolved was second to none, and for that we are very grateful.

Our sincere thanks.Thomas NEILL, Sheena LONG and Family.

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* Heacham

Dear Newsletter,

Could I through the newsletter, thank all its staff, contributorsand distributors, for The Heacham Newsletter. It does so muchto keep we local folks informed, up to date and part of thecommunity.

For his regular contribution to the paper, I would thank onecorrespondent, Mike Drew, in particular. Bright, objective,debatable and always instructive, his pieces usually seem to alsoinclude one piece of either new thought, or a piece of his lateralthinking.

Thank you.[Name and address supplied]

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Copy of letter received from Dr. Margaret Daly -Consultant Clinical Oncologist, Queen Elizabeth

Hospital to Mary PishornDear Mrs.Pishorn,

Re: Cancer Trust Fund

The current usage of the fund has included the furnishing of thelog cabin used for patients’ relatives for an overnight stay, a TVfor the chemotherapy room, new computers for thechemotherapy room and clinic rooms, new scales and newblood pressure machines for the clinic rooms. We are also tryingto maintain a reasonable balance in the fund because we arehoping to expand the Chemotherapy Room within the next fewyears as the number of patients receiving chemotherapy withinthe Unit continues to increase.

Please accept our thanks again for your ongoing efforts onbehalf of the Cancer Care and Treatment Unit.Yours sincerely,

Margaret DALY (MRCP(1) FRCR)Consultant Clinical Oncologist.

(Ed. In the December Newsletter, Mary advised us that shehad raised £48,300 since 1991 for this Fund)

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CHURCHES TOGETHER IN HEACHAM

Old traditions die hard!

Did you remember to re-cycle your Christmas cards? If the bagis still lurking somewhere get rid of it quickly. Why? Becausethe next deluge is about to descend!

On St Valentine’s Day, each February 14th, an estimated onebillion cards are sent making it the second largest card sendingholiday of the year beaten only by Christmas.

The modern tradition started in mediaeval times with men andwomen exchanging cards which contained love dedications oreven marriage proposals. Each was highly decorative, handmade and personally designed. The sender did not sign the cardother than ‘from your Valentine’.

The origins of this tradition are very much older. In ancientRome this was the time of the pagan festival of Lupercus, thegod of fertility. This was a celebration of youthful love in whichchance played a major role as partners were chosen by lottery.In 496 the Christian Church popularised this day as StValentines Day, to honour a martyred priest Valentine.

This was during the reign of the Emperor Claudius whomValentine had defied by conducting weddings in Rome.Claudius claimed that married men made poor soldiers as theirhearts were at home, so he had prohibited marriages of youngpeople. Valentine maintained that marriage is part of God’s planand purpose for this world and thus continued to perform theceremonies in secret. He was jailed and eventually beheaded butnot before falling in love with the jailer’s daughter and passingher a final note signed ‘from your Valentine’.

So the tradition continued in memory of a man who wasprepared to die to uphold the principle of Christian marriage.

We seem to have lost sight of these origins and returned toancient Roman celebrations, sending cheap mass-producedcards which are impersonal, containing a message which is bychance not the sender’s design. They may be cheap to ourpocket but in global terms these cards cost 330 million trees andin excess of 10 billion litres of water. When large areas of ourworld are starving through drought it must be irresponsible touse scarce resources in this way.

The sending of Valentine cards is a delightful tradition andshould be encouraged in the original hand-made personal formwhich is so much more meaningful bearing in mind how thetradition arose and does not literally cost the earth.

Finally this month, on the 29th in fact, may I wish all those whoage at one quarter of the rate of the rest of us a very HappyBirthday. I’m sure we can afford cards for them!

Penny Sutton

Member of the Ministry Team at St Mary’s

PARISH REGISTERSBaptisms21/12/07 Gracie Ella Ashley, daughter of Stuart and

Hollie “For anyone who is in Christ , there is a new creation”

Weddings None this month

Faithful departed (Church linked funerals)14/11/07 Harry Edward Webster Lander 8424/11/07 Nellie Annie Anderson 925/12/07 Fred Cram 918/12/07 Gertrude Emily (Trudy) Callaby 1018/12/07 Kathleen Violet Fish 8910/12/07 Ethel Hill 8410/12/07 Ruth June Richardson 6413/12/07 Sylvia Joan Emerson 7814/12/07 Sylvia Grice 7714/12/07 Marie Alexander Withers 3331/12/07 Jacqueline Margaret Hornblow 565/1/08 Vernon George Richard Trundle 94

“Blessed are those who mourn for they will be comforted”

We do extend our sympathy and condolences to all who havebeen bereaved, you are prayed for at the Sunday morningservices around the time of the funeral of your loved ones.

METHODIST CHURCH – Sunday services10.30am Morning Worship

ST MARY’S PARISH CHURCH – Sundays8.00am Holy Communion (Book of Common Prayer)10.00am Morning Worship at 10am. (All Age Worship on

the 1st Sunday of each month, Holy Communion2nd Sunday of each month). Special children’sgroups (Sunday school) during services.

10.30am Morning Worship at Junior School(Holy Communion on 3rd Sunday)

6.00pm Evening Worship

Contacts (telephone code 01485)Methodist Church Rev. Kim Nally 570232St Mary’s Church Revd Steve Davies 570268St Mary’s Church Office 572539

email: heacham.church@googlemail.com

Church Services in Nursing/Residential HomesFEBRUARY 2008Tues 5h 2.30pm Service at Rebecca CourtMon 11th 11.00am Holy Communion at MillbridgeSun 17th 7.30pm Service at Neville CourtWed 20th 2.30pm Service at SummervilleFri 22nd 10.30am Service at FridhemFri 29th 2.30pm Service at Sunnyside

Lent Talks – Favourite Easter HymnsA series of united services take place in Lent where differentpeople will talk about their favourite Easter hymn.All services in the specific Parish Church at 7.00pmWed 13th Feb The Revd Michael Brock in HeachamWed 20th Feb The Bishop of Lynn in DersinghamWed 27th Feb The Rev Kim Nally in HunstantonWed 5th Mar The Revd John Bloomfield in SandringhamWed 12th Mar The Revd Steve Davies in Snettisham

CATHOLIC SERVICES IN THEHUNSTANTON PARISH, WHICH INCLUDES

DERSINGHAMOur Lady of Perpetual Succour and St Edmund

Parish Priest: Fr James Fyfe, 30 Sandringham Road,Hunstanton, PE36 5DR. Tel: 01485-532110

Saturday: 11.00 to noon. Sacrament of Reconciliation with Exposition and BenedictionSunday: 11.00am Mass

There are also Masses at 9.00am during the week in the StTheresa's Convent, at 27 Sandringham Road, Hunstanton, PE365DP. These are usually on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays andSaturdays. Sr Margaret Carolan can be contacted on01485-532837 to confirm these.

St Cecilia's Church, Mountbatten Road, in Dersingham.

Monday: 2.00pm Rosary Group in the Meeting RoomWednesday: 10.15am MassSunday: 9.00am Mass

Occasional Vigil Masses are held at St Cecilia's at 7.00pm in theevening before Holy Days. Details of these are on the churchnotice boards. Fr James will also confirm these at 01485-532110.

Enquiries about bookings for the church halls in Dersinghamare dealt with by Stuart Grant at 01485-570040.

Tea and coffee are served at Hunstanton after Sunday Massevery week. Tea and coffee are served at Dersingham on thefirst Sunday of the month and after all Wednesday Masses.

Please come along and meet us

Phew..... How Many Days Were There Over Christmas?Sitting here on one of those rare dry sunny winter days theactivities of Christmas seem a long time ago. Over the lastmonth the church building has hosted young and old, dressed intea towels and (some) garish ties, golden crowns and glossycardboard wings along with the rest of the motley assortment ofclothes and costumes that are aired at this time of year. I hopeand pray that the excitement and joy and fun of the season hashelped bring home that this is a season of celebration becauseGod has come to be with us - and his name was Jesus.I am still trying to get my head around the idea of Little RedRiding being Mary and what the Three Little Pigs had plannedis beyond me! The school nativity play was a welcomecontradiction to the news in the media at the the time that thetraditional Christmas story was no longer being told: the samestory is being told, and, as it should be, the way in which it istold is fresh in each generation.Anyone coming into our church could have wondered whetherthe electricity bill had been paid as the lights went off andcandles were lit. (And unlike during the Children in Needafternoon this was not a power cut.) At the carol service, and theChristingle service, the soft light of candles takes over as wesing the familiar words, listen to the ever enchanting story andare drawn in to what happened 2000 years ago. The largestable, painted by children (with help) during the NativityCelebration day, has stood at the front of the church throughoutthe season, complete with straw bale, animal figures, boxes ofwrapped presents and a large guiding star.I was glad to welcome so many to our Christmas activities in thechurch and pray that the news first delivered by angels toshepherds was as clearly delivered to young and old, by theyoung and old, in Heacham in 2007.As for me I can look back on my first Christmas in Heachamglad that I am here, living and working in this community.

Steve Davies, Vicar.

Better Access To St Mary's Church And ChurchyardSt Mary's church will be receiving a grant towards building apath around the east end of the church to the front door. Thiswill improve disabled access to the churchyard, and to the frontdoor. If anyone is interested in seeing the route details pleaselook at the information sheet in the church porch. Hopefully thework can be completed fairly quickly before the ad hoc pathturns completely to mud.If anyone would like to help with the costs please contact thechurch office (572539) Thank you, Steve Davies, Vicar.

Christmas Past, Lent BeckonsIf you had problems thinking of a New Year resolution (orcould not keep the one you made) how about resolving to dosomething different in February and March. During the weeksof Lent there will be a short service in St Mary's on Wednesdaymornings at 11.30am (6, 13 & 20 Feb; 5 & 12 March) followedby a frugal lunch with any proceeds going towards adevelopment project.

Men’s Group at St Mary’s ChurchLocal history? 21st century Christian? Who is the Vicar?These are the next three items that the Men's Group at St Mary'swill be looking at with, respectively, Chris Mackie, MichaelRees and the Vicar when the group meets on Mon 4 Feb, Mon3 Mar and Mon 7 Apr, all at 7.30pm. For details of venuesplease call Colin Abbiss (570994).

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NATURE NOTETHE TURN OF THE YEAR

By the end of January there is a definite sign thatthe days are lengthening and with it comes thethought that winter may soon be past. However,February can be fickle and we may yet have toendure frosts and snow. Strong winds have beenthe main feature over the past winter, which attimes has brought waves crashing onto thepromenade and throwing spray into the air. Takea look at resting flocks of gulls, waders, geese andducks at such times to see that they all face intothe wind. Maybe this is to ensure their feathersare not ruffled up the wrong way!Soon the wintering geese will be flying north totheir breeding grounds in Iceland and Greenlandand the great flocks of waders which feed on themarine life found in the mud of The Wash at low tide will leavetoo. Black-headed gulls begin to show their chocolate colouredhead feathers and, while some remain, most will move tobreeding grounds around the coast of Britain. The winteringbirds will be replaced by species which breed in Britain in oursummer and fly south to spend our winter in the warmer climesof southern mainland Europe and Africa. Terns, swallows,house martins, swifts and small warblers are some that do thisjourney annually.

Winter is the best season to note how trees grow as, bare ofleaves, the structure of trunk, branches and the tracery of theirtwigs can be seen. Now the tips slowly swell and will fill in theoutline. Some flower before their leaves appear but, unlesslooked at closely, this can be mistaken for leaves. Alder, oakand ash are typical while the sycamore and maples show their

grape-like clusters of pendant greenish-yellow flowers when theleaves have emerged.

Violets are among the early flowering plants andare well known both as a wild and garden plant -the purple, mauve, white or pink flowersappearing amid a 'ruff' of heart-shaped leaves.The wild dog violet can be found throughout theBritish Isles growing in woods and hedges as wellas on heaths. Unlike some of the cultivated vari-eties it has no perfume.

Coltsfoot's yellow small dandelion-like flowerheads are held aloft on 10"/25cm erect bract-covered stems before the leaves emerge. In lateMarch and April when the flowers have faded,white fluffy seed heads develop. The large leavesare covered, first with whitish down, but becomegreen above as they grow making a carpet on the

sandy soil preferred by this plant. It spreads by undergroundstems (rhizomes) which are difficult to eradicate so it is notwanted in gardens.

Another wild native perennial plant is lesser celandine whichtends to wait until March to bloom. Found mostly in dampishplaces with some shade it has bulbous roots (bulbils) and itsheart-shaped leaves sometimes have dark or light patches onthem. The flowers some 8"/20cm high are brilliant yellow anden masse make a wonderful splash of colour when the sunshines as do those in the centre of Docking on a small triangleof land beside the main road through the village. It can becomea tiresome weed in gardens although, as the year progresses, theflowers and leaves die and there is no sign of them until thefollowing year.

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POCAHONTAS PLAYERSHello everyone! Well, what great support we had, for our Panto"Dick Whittington and his amazing Technicolour Dream Cat".For the Friday performance, we had the Dersingham GirlGuides, trying to out-sing the entire pack of Heacham Cubs.What an atmosphere! What a noise!

Thank you very much to the Heacham Newsletter for theirsuperb advertising for our show. This really does help the ticketsales.

Well done to John Southgate, Mike Trebbick and WarrenMitchell for their first Pocahontas Players Panto script. Also, aspecial thank you to our director Peter Everingham for the verydifficult job of trying to control us all! Thanks must also go toJanice Curtis, for her costume design and Jaime Tooley forfantastic face painting.

The Pocahontas Players will be putting on another productionin May (still to be decided, Show? Play? etc) We will let youknow via the Newsletter of this.

Now, please, if you think you can do a bit of treading theboards?, Pulling the Curtains?, Prompting?, Lights?, Sound?,Back stage help?, Costume Making? Please come and join us.We meet every Tuesday in the Public Hall at 7.30 for rehearsals(with added rehearsals nearer the Show date). We welcome age13 to 113!! Phone 01485 570402.

Come on! You know you Want to! See you all soon. WATCHTHIS SPACE.

The Pocahontas Plavers.

The writers and directors (from left to right): John Southgate -Alderman Porky, Warren Mitchell - Simple Simon, PeterEveringham - Pirate Davy Jones, Mike Trebbick - King Rat.

Jimma Race - Emperor Hoi-Sin of ChinaJanice Curtis - Empress Won-Ton of China

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Sponsored Events for 2008There's something for everyone and now is the time to getinvolved!!London Marathon - Sunday 13 AprilAlways fancied taking on the ultimate road race? The Hospicehas guaranteed Golden Bond Places and you may be able to runfor us!We also have guaranteed places in the 2009 Marathon.Interested? Why not give us a call for an informal chat?Great East Anglia Run - Sunday 4 May10k Road Race through the centre of King's Lynn. The Hospiceis pleased to be able to offer our first 100 runners a free 8 weekgym membership to kick-start their training!Sandringham Stroll - Sunday 18 MayJoin us for a sponsored scenic saunter in the beautiful setting ofSandringham Country Park. Various walks available varyingfrom the 2m nature trail to more energetic walks around thepark.The Great Norfolk Skydive - Sunday 15 JuneExperience the ultimate thrill as part of a tandem or a soloskydive. Raise £300 and you jump for free (based on a tandemjump). The experience of a lifetime and a great idea for aFather's Day!The Norfolk Hospice also has a range of exciting OverseasChallenges including Dog Sledding in Lapland, trekking theInca Trail and a Vietnam to Cambodia Bike Ride to name but afew!To find out more about any of these events, please call us on01485 542891 or visit our website at:

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NEWSLETTER SUDOKUComplete the puzzle so that each row, each column and eachblock of nine contain the numbers 1 to 9. Solution next month.

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NEWS FROM HEACHAM’SSLIMMING WORLD GROUP

Here we are in February already. Christmas is just a distantmemory and so hopefully are the pounds we put on.

Our numbers have grown again this year and our memberscontinue to make new friends as more people join our happygroup. Weight losses have been good with everybody feelingmotivated by the New Year to really get those pounds off andmake a big difference before Easter creeps up on us.

If you have never joined a Slimming Group before and want tolose a few pounds, come along on Tuesdays at 6.30p.m. to StMary’s Church Hall in Heacham and I will be pleased to meetyou at the door, no need to feel nervous, you will be made verywelcome. You can give me a ring on 01485 528796 if you wantsome more information. The recipe this month is nice andwarming for a cold day and is popular with all our members.

Julie GODDARD

BLACKBERRY AND PEAR CRUMBLE

Ingredients 2 pears, peeled, cored and cut into bite sized pieces 400g/14 ozs. blackberries Artificial sweetener to taste

For the Crumble topping 50g/2 ozs. self-raising wholemeal flour 1 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp. allspice. 4 tbsp low fat spread 2 tbsp soft brown sugar

To serve Canned low fat custard (optional) Very low fat natural yoghurt (optional)

MethodPlace the fruit and sweetener in a large bowl, add 4 tbsp waterand mix well. Divide between 4 individual ovenproof pie dishes(or you can use a single large one)

Preheat oven to 190C/Gas 5. Sift the flour, cinnamon andallspice into a bowl and rub in the spread with your fingers untilthe mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Spoon this over the fruitand then sprinkle with the sugar.

Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until bubbling and the topping iscrisp and golden.

Serve immediately with the custard or yoghurt. Enjoy!

More of Mary’s Country Sayings

1. As the days lengthen so does the cold strengthen.

2. Much February snow a fine summer doth show

3. If Candlemas be fair and clear, we’ll have two winters in one year.

4. On St Valentine’s Day every good goose will lay

SLIMMING WORLDJoin today, for real food, real support and real results.

Tuesdays at 6.30p.m.St Mary’s Church Hall,High Street, Heacham

Consultant - Julie Goddard01485 528796

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Chop ‘n’ Change would like to thank all of our clients for yourmany gifts and cards over the Christmas period. Happy NewYear to all!

We have a new trainee stylist called Liza, many of you knowLiza already as she has been working with us for a few months.Liza shows a real flare and enthusiasm towards hairdressing.She is a mature student at the King’s Lynn College studyingNVQ Level 2 Hairdressing and to help Liza go forward with hertraining we are asking for models to book in on a Monday. Allhairdressing services are available at hugely discounted prices.Liza will be assisted throughout by a qualified stylist. To bookan appointment call the salon today. Don’t delay!

New for 2008! If you are an existing client at Chop ‘n’ Changeand can recommend the salon to a friend, you and your friendcan receive 10% discount on your next appointment. Just pickup a voucher when you are next in or give us a call to find outmore. This offer is for a limited time only.

Also new for 2008! If you are a qualified beautician/nailtechnician/alternative therapist and would like to be part of theteam here at Chop ‘n’ Change, give us a call. We are looking toincorporate this into the salon as soon as possible. There hasbeen a lot of interest as we no longer have a beauty salon in thevillage. Fingers crossed, we’ll have one soon! For moreinformation on any of the above items call Jaime on 01485571395 or email:- chopnchange2@hotmail.co.uk

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Happy New Year from HOL.I am delighted to report that on 29 December 2007, hits towww.heacham-on-line.co.uk - stopped short of 300,000 hits for2007 ending up with 298,802. This was considerably more thanI had forecast a year ago when I predicted 250,000 would beachievable. Our new sister-site - www.hunstanton-on-line.co.uk - went over 100,000 finishing the year with a total of101,065 for it's first 11 months. The growth of our local siteswill hopefully continue growing in this vein for a long time tocome.Some new sponsors came on board recently, namely ThornfieldLakeside Holidays and Dakings Financial Services.I am also pleased to say that my office has moved out of mybedroom into more comfortable surroundings. This will enableme to have a more relaxing time at the computer I can tell you!Development of our local community websites has proved to bea challenging and enjoyable project for me and I very muchhope that they will be a platform for encouraging even morevisitors to our section of Norfolk's beautiful coastline.Now a webcam up-date. A small amount of local resistance tothe High St webcam put the idea of a 2nd webcam on hold asanother suitable location had not been identified. In addition,the North Beach Webcam unfortunately encountered a numberof problems and thus (last summer roughly) I told Aubrey Iwould make the funds available for keeping this webcam goingif necessary and/or helping to purchase a better webcam toreplace the existing one. Aubrey and Richard have not so farconfirmed whether they need the money for this purpose so the2nd webcam was put on "hold".In the event that the funds are not needed formaintaining/improving the North Beach Webcam I have gainedapproval from the RNLI Station at Hunstanton for siting awebcam on the station roof. I feel that this would be a good useof the money in that a good view of kite surfing and other beachactivity should be seen and thus should further promote thelocal area to prospective visitors. In addition a webcam herewill also help support the RNLI whose services we may needone day. In the event that these funds are needed for the NorthBeach Webcam then I will work towards a webcam on the siteby alternative means.Finally, a big thank you and a Happy New Year to all who havesupported me.

Stella

HEACHAMGARDENERS

ASSOCIATION2008 Flower and Vegetable Show

We have taken the decision to hold a Flower & Vegetable showthis year. This will be a smaller show than in previous year andso we will be holding it in St Mary’s Church Hall in the HighStreet. It will be a one day show on Saturday 5th July.Schedules will be made available as soon as possible, so pleasestart planning your entries now. All are welcome - bothmembers and non-members.

H-O-LCommunity Websites & Website Design

And Now

Our new office is located at:The Wheatsheaf Inn5 Lynn Rd Heacham

Tel 01485 570282Mob 07788 645157

www.heacham-on-line.co.ukwww.hunstanton-on-line.co.uk

Whatever your needs-find it on H-O-L websites.Places to stay, eat or visit.

Things to do or whats new.

LET US TAKE THE MYSTERYOUT OF THE WEB FOR YOU

SINGING FOR PLEASURECalling retired people. I am hoping to start a group who enjoysinging.All the songs that most older people know from Max Bygraves,music hall, the shows and romantic ballads. I moved toHeacham about three years ago and have previously sung withvarious groups for some 15 years and have collected a largeselection of lyrics.It is hoped to rehearse one morning a week and then when wefeel we are ready do an occasional short concert at retirementhomes and maybe other local clubs in either the morning orafternoon.You don't need to be a soprano or tenor, the main requirementsare that you enjoy singing and can keep in tune. Solos are notrequired unless you want to perform one.This is a new venture and something that Heacham doesn't have.Why not give it a try? Just phone Stan Hatherly on 01485 571660

HEACHAM BAKERY & TEA ROOM

Bread at it’s bestQuality filled Rolls (freshly made)

Very reasonable pricesTraditional fresh baked bread and cakes in our local bakery

Birthday & Celebration Cakes (made to order)AGENTS FOR

CLEANBRIGHT CLEANERSSHOP & TEAROOM: 15, Neville Road,

WHOLESALE & RETAIL01485 571774

Hunstanton and District Lions ClubDecember was a busy month for the Club, with a number ofevents organised.The Club invited the town Mayor to talk about his plans to raise£30000 for a Youth Centre in the town Hall. The Club wereimpressed and pledged their support.On the first weekend in December a collection was made atTescos. This raised £578.15. Our thanks go to Tescos forallowing us to collect and all those who gave so generously.The Antique Fair held over two weekends, at Searles, raisedabout £1200. From this the following organisations receiveddonations for their help in the event: Heacham Junior and Hunstanton Infant Schools Hunstanton Concert Band Hunstanton Brownies for being ‘Elves’ at Santa’s GrottoOur next event will be a Race Night on Friday 22nd Febuary atSearles Club House. £14.50 to include a Quality SausageSupper and Dessert. Tickets are available from: Hunstanton - Legge’s Men’s Wear 01485 532878 01485 533108 Dersingham - Rossiter 01485 540000 Snettisham - Torc Financial 01485 544434200 Club Winners£100 – S Hussey (Dersingham)£50 – L Batchelor (Dersingham)£25 – Les May (Heacham)£25 – M Kent (Hunstanton)The Lions can be contacted via the Secretary, Adrian Hood, on01485 571529.

ALL NEW STYLE AT THE WHEATSHEAF

It’s an all new year and here at The Wheatsheaf we have got anall new style to kick it off with.

Our lounge and restaurant are both open Friday evening,Saturday evening and Sunday lunch time (through to teatime/early evening). We will extend these opening times furtherto reflect seasonal demands. For current opening hours seewww.heacham-on-line.co.uk/wheatsheafheacham.

Going forward, focus will be on dining and our quality en-suiterooms with proposals to add two more rooms giving us 5en-suite rooms in all. Table service for drinks is also availablein our comfortable lounge.

We have reduced the number of tables in our restaurantallowing a more spacious and relaxed dining atmosphere forboth residents and non-residents. We do, however, advise thatmeals are booked in advance to avoid disappointment.

Booked private events are also to be catered for and can includea marquee set in our garden. We will also continue to raisefunds for local charities with themed events, fetes andreceptions from time to time.

We hope both old and new customers – whether residential,dining or drinking - will feel “at home” at The Wheatsheaf. Sowhy not talk to us about your requirements.

We look forward to seeing you in 2008.

Tony & Stella

THE WHEATSHEAF INNGuesthouse & Restaurant

New year - New menu - New style

2008

Non-residents welcomePrivate party bookings welcome

To book please call 01485 570282Further details at:

www.heacham-on-line.co.uk/wheatsheafheacham

South Beach RoadTel:- 01485 579220Open 7 days a week6.30 a.m. - 9.00 p.m.

Fri & Sat 6.30 a.m. - 9.30 p.m.

Mobile top-up, gas & electricity paymentsOnline shopping, international call time,

Utility payments schemes,Local authority & rent payments,

Gift card solutions.

Wide Range of Groceries, Frozen & ChilledFoods, Spirits plus Chilled Wines & beers

Newspapers Magazines etc.Wide range of Medication.

DVD Rentals ( Brand new releases)Milk 47p - 1 pint 75p - 2 pints

& £1.39 - 4 pintsFree Delivery on Groceries purchased

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CHRISTMAS BRAINTEASER SOLUTIONTHE WASSAIL BOWL

The division of the twelve pints of ale can be made in 11manipulations, as below. The six columns show the quantity ofale in the barrel, the jugs and Fred, Bill and George after eachmove.

Barrel 5 pint 3 pint Fred Bill George7 5 0 0 0 07 2 3 0 0 07 0 3 2 0 07 3 0 2 0 04 3 3 2 0 00 3 3 2 4 00 5 1 2 4 00 5 0 2 4 10 2 3 2 4 10 0 3 4 4 10 0 0 4 4 4

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News from Positive Computing in Heacham

Getting WNCB Broadband Users Back OnlineWith the collapse of WNCB (West Norfolk CommunityBroadband) we have had a very busy period over Christmas andthe New year. Hopefully we have managed to get all thesubscribers back online some way or another, by the time youread this.

Nomination For PC Retail AwardsWe have been nominated on the shortlist for Best TechnicalSupport in PC Retail Magazines first awards , the only Norfolkcompany to be named. The final will be held on 13th March atThe Cafe Royal in London. (www.pcretailmag.com)

Richard Dix

Damage to Vehicle

At lunchtime on Monday 3rd December 2007 a red CitreonBerlingo parked in Neville Road opposite the Bakery wasdamaged on the passenger side past the back door. The incidentwas witnessed and reported to the bakery. The offending vehi-cle was a red builders type pick up truck, unfortunately noregistration number was obtained.

The owner of the car would be grateful if either the person whocaused the damage or the person who witnessed the incidentwould contact the Newsletter c/o The Parish Office, PoundLane, Heacham or email the heachamnewsletter@yahoo.co.uk

MONDAYSAGE CONCERN Info & Advice Centre, High Street 9.30am-12.30 pm Tel: 579077DROP IN AT AGE CONCERN 10.00 am to 12 noon for coffeeand a chatTABLE TENNIS 9.30 am Tel:Adrian 570477 (PH Top Room)ART CLASS 10 am- 12 noon. Beginners welcome Tel: Chris-tine 579440 or Carole 572265 (PRH)CRAFT CLASS 2-4 pm Beginners welcome Tel: Christine579440 (PRH)SOLO WHIST £1 New Members welcome 2 pm at SunnysideGrouped HomesTEA DANCE & SOCIAL AFTERNOON 2-4 pm Tel: 571996(PH)DRAMA JUNIOR CLASSES 4.15-5.15 pm Tel: 579074 (SG)HEACHAM TWIRLERS age 6-12 yrs from 5-6 pm Tel: Diane571447 or 07799 794456 (PH)BEAVERS Term Time 6.00-7.15 pm Tel: Kelly 570956 (SG)LINE DANCING 7-9 pm £3.00 Tel: 532317 (PH)SCOUTS 7.30-9.30 pm Tel: Jill 535130 or 07799 138014 (SG)HEACHAM WIVES GROUP meets 2nd Monday of mostmonths at 7.30 pm (HSC Top Room) Contact Brenda on570727 or Anne 571885TUESDAYSHEACHAM DAY CENTRE FOR ELDERLY 9 am- 3.30 pmTel: Geoff Speed 572584 (OFH)SCALLYWAGS PLAYGROUP Term Time 9.30 - 11.30 amTel: Liz 571773 (SG)ACTIVE FOR LIFE Exercise classes for the over 60’s with, orat risk of OSTEOPOROSIS at Heacham Surgery 10-11am Tel:Pat 572414 or Clara 540411CARPET BOWLS 10.30-12 noon Tel: 570776 (PH)KEEP FIT FOR OVER 50’s 10.30 - 11.30 am Tel: 01553774343 (SM)CARERS SUPPORT GROUP Run by W.N. Mind. Lunch,Coffee and Chat. Peace of Mind, 4 Poplar Avenue Tel: Hannahor Mandy 01553 776966CARD CLASS alternate weeks 2-4 pm Tel: Christine 579440or Carole 572265 (PRH)WOMENS FELLOWSHIP 2.45 pm (MC)SLIMMING WORLD 6.30 pm Tel: Julie 528796 (SM)WEIGHT WATCHERS 7pm (OFH) Tel:Alison 07796 904311DIGITAL CAMERA CLUB meet 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at Wheat-sheaf Tel Viv 07906 056019HEACHAM BOOK CLUB meet 3rd Tuesday of each monthTel: Beth 570479POCAHONTAS PLAYERS Drama Group Pantomime rehears-als 7.30 – 9.30 pm Tel: 570402 (PH)HANDS & NEEDLES GROUP meets every other Tuesday7.30 – 9.00 pm Tel: Joan Careless 570363 (MC)LIVE ENTERTAINMENT from 8.30 pm at Fox & HoundsWEDNESDAYSAGE CONCERN – See entry on MondayACTIVE FOR LIFE – see entry on TuesdayCARPET BOWLS 10.30 – 12 noon Tel: 570776 (PH)LINE DANCING 1.30 – 3.30 pm £3.00 Tel: 532317 (PH)PATIENT ADVICE & LIAISON SERVICE 2 – 4 pm on 2ndand 4th Wednesdays at Heacham Council OfficesBROWNIES Term Time 5.30 – 7 pm Tel: Helen Beck 07929779753 (SG)

DOG TRAINING with Robert Frost 7.30 pm Tel:542861 (SG)HEACHAM & WN SINGERS 7.30 pm (MC)QUIZ NIGHT 8.45 pm Prompt start. New teams of up to 5welcome. £1 entry pp Cash Prize & Cash Snowball (HSC)OLD FRIENDS CLUB meet at 1.30pm Bingo, whist drives,outings and more Tel: George 571830 (OFH)BINGO 7.30 pm Neville Court Grouped HomeTHEATRE DANCE SCHOOL 4.15 – 5.15 pm 3-5 y/olds5.15 – 6.45 pm 5-8 y/olds Tap, Ballet, Modern Tel : 07984759012 Top Room (PH)HEACHAM VOLUNTEER CENTRE Open 10 am to 4.00 pmin Heacham Library - Contact Karen 570484CAR BOOT SALE 8.00 am to 12 noon on the Field (HSC)THURSDAYSACTIVE FOR LIFE – see entry on TuesdayTABLE TENNIS CLUB 10 am (PH Top Room)WHIST DRIVE 2 – 4 pm Entry £1 with prizes (CC)TREFOIL GUILD meets on 1st Thursday 2 -4 pm Tel: 01485579440 Mrs Christine Crisp (MC)CARPET BOWLS 10.30 am to 12 noon Tel : 570776 (PH)THEATRE DANCE SCHOOL 4.15 – 5.45 pm Tap, Ballet,Modern 9-11 y/olds 5.45 – 7.15 pm Tap, Ballet, Modern 12 yrsand over Tel : 07984 759012. Top Room (PH)JUDO Beginners 6 – 7.30 pm Tel: 571614 (PH)CUBS 6.45 – 8.30 pm Tel: Steve 525577 (SG)JUDO Advanced 7 – 9 pm Tel: 571614 (PH)GARDENERS ASSOC meets on 3rd Thursday 7.30 pm. Guestspeaker and trips in Summer (SM)FLOWER CLUB meets on 4th Thursday 7.30 pm. Flower ar-ranging and demonstrations. Tel: Mrs Esme Stockdale 570508(SM)RAO BUFFALOS 8 pm (PH Top Room)QUIZ NIGHT Cash Prizes 9 pm at Fox & HoundsFRIDAYSAGE CONCERN – see entry on MondayACTIVE FOR LIFE – see entry on TuesdayWHIST DRIVE 2 – 4 pm with refreshments. (NC)INDOOR CARPET BOWLS 7 – 9 pm Tel: Kim 570232 (MC)GUIDES Term Time 7 – 9 pm (SG)WILDFOWLERS CLUB meet 1st Friday 7.30 pm (PH TopRoom)CASH BINGO 7.30 pm (PH)TAI CHI Adults 7.30 – 8.30 pm Beginners welcome Tel: Derek01553 674779 (PRH)HEACHAM FAMILY HISTORY GROUP meet 3rd Friday ofeach month 3.30 to 5.30 pm St Mary’s Church Hall Tel Gill571620SATURDAYSCOFFEE & CAKES 9.30 – 11.30 am (MC)GIGS Bands playing from 8.30 pm. Free entry for members(HSC)

HEACHAM CARNIVAL 2008The Carnival Team have asked us to let you all know that thisyear’s Carnival & Fete will be held on Sunday 10th August.Please make a date for your diaries.

Watch out for further Carnival news either on the ParishCouncil Noticeboard page or elsewhere in the Newsletter.

WHAT’S ON REGULAR EVENTS

CC = Cunningham Court OFH = Old Friends Hall, Sunnyside HSC = Heacham Social ClubPH = Public Hall PRH = Pine Resident’s Hall, Wilton Rd MC = Methodist Church Hall, Station RoadNC = Neville Court SG = Scout & Guide Hut, Sunnyside SM = St Mary’s Church Hall, High Street

HEACHAM DIARY

Saturday 2nd February – HEACHAM PRIMARY SCHOOLRE-UNION in the Public Hall at 7.00 pm To book Tel Jean570698 or Kay 570559* * GIG at HSC with BONDY from 8.45 pmTuesday 5th February – GIG MR PINK From 8.30 pm at Fox& HoundsThursday 7th February – HEACHAM GARDENERS AGM7.30 pm Church Hall, High Street, HeachamSaturday 9th February – GIG at HSC with BRYONY from8.45 pm* * RACE NIGHT in Heacham Public Hall organized byHeacham Bowls Club & Heacham Cricket Club Start 7.30 pmSunday 10th February – 10.00 am HEACHAM SHORE-WATCH MONTHLY WALK Tel: Helen 572740 for detailsTuesday 12th February – GIG - KENT DUCHAINE From8.30 pm at Fox & HoundsFriday 15th February – VALENTINES DISCO at HSC withMiami Nights from 9.00 pmSaturday 16th February – GIG at HSC with DALEANDREWS from 8.45 pmSunday 17th February – INDOOR CAR BOOT in HeachamPublic Hall 8.00 am onwards £5 per pitch. Contact Janice on01485 572120Tuesday 19th February – MOBILE POLICE STATION 10.00am to 12 noon Station Road, Heacham* * GIG – BLUES TUBES From 8.30 pm at Fox & HoundsSaturday 23rd February – CHEESE & WINE at HeachamPublic Hall with RICK HALLAM Tickets on sale at HSCTuesday 26th February – GIG – NOBBY From 8.30 pm at Fox& HoundsWednesday 27th February – BLOOD DONOR SESSION 1.00pm to 3.30 pm & 5.00 pm to 7.00 pm at Public HallSaturday 1st March – GIG at HSC with JAYNE from 8.45 pmTuesday 4th March – GIG – ANDY PAUL & PAUL From8.30 pm at Fox & HoundsMonday 10th March – HEACHAM GROUP PRACTICE PPGMEETING 7.30 pm. Talk “Changing Faces” by David Bird atHeacham SurgeryTuesday 11th March – GIG – BACK PAGES From 8.30 pm atFox & Hounds

OTHER EVENTS

Monday 11th February – FOLK DANCING at BrancasterStaithe Village Hall 7.30 pm MOST IMPORTANT : Sunday18th May 2.00 pm to 6.30 pm at Sedgford Village Hall £5.00plus plate of food Contact : Janet Bowles 01485 210587. FolkDances also at Cromer , BawburghFriday 22nd February – HUNSTANTON & DISTRICTLIONS - RACE NIGHT at Searles Club House Tickets £14.50to include Sausage Supper & Dessert Available from Legges,Hunstanton 532878; Rossitors Dersingham 540000; TorcFinancial Snettisham 544434.Mondays – AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP 8.00 pm UnionChurch, Hunstanton Tel : 0207 4030888

DON’T FORGETSend details of your local events for inclusion in the diary toThe Heacham Newsletter c/o Heacham Parish Council Office,Pound Lane, Heacham, Norfolk. PE31 7ET, or you can email usat: theheachamnewsletter@yahoo.co.uk

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Financial Help in Retirement

Age Concern West Norfolk District has up-to-date free guideson Financial help in retirement: Making the most of yourmoney; Your health services; Choices in retirement housing.

Call into the High Street, Heacham office on Mondays,Wednesdays or Fridays between 9.30 and 12.30 to pick up yourguide and find out what other information we have on offer.Tel:0845 241 6990.

Gardeners, Decorators, Handypersons -GIVE YOURSELF A NEW YEAR'S PRESENT

Start 2008 with a resolution to enable older and less able peoplecontinue to live independent lives in safer and more attractivesurroundings.

Age Concern West Norfolk District needs gardeners, decoratorsand handypersons to work in various areas of West Norfolk.We shall arrange and pay for your CRB check. We shall giveyour details to potential customers.

To find out more, please ring Jane Murchie on 01485 579077.

St Clement’s CheesecakeIngredientsBase225g (8oz) digestive biscuits1 level tblsp golden syrup2 level tblsp cocoa powder50g (2oz) butterFilling Decoration20g (¾oz) gelatine (or 1½ packets) 4 slices of orange2 small oranges Chocolate flakes/1 small lemon curls of chocolate100g (4oz) caster sugar450g (1lb) cottage cheese150ml (¼ pint) carton double cream2 tblsp milkMethodTo make base:Line the base of a round 20cm (8”) loose-based tin with grease-proof paper. Place biscuits in a blender and chop until finecrumbs. Measure golden syrup and place in a medium sizedsaucepan with cocoa powder and butter. Heat gently, stirringoccasionally, until butter has melted. Remove pan from heatand stir in biscuit crumbs. Spread biscuit mixture in base of tin,level top and press down lightly.To make filling:Measure 3 tablespoons cold water into a small basin and addgelatine. Place basin in a pan of water over a moderate heat andstir until gelatine has dissolved. Remove from heat. Scruboranges and lemon, grate rind from fruits and place in a bowl.Squeeze juice from fruits, pour into a measuring jug. Stirgelatine into juices and make up to ½ pint (300ml) with coldwater. Add sugar and stir until dissolved.Place cottage cheese into a blender and mix until puréed.(Alternatively, place cottage cheese in a sieve over bowl con-taining grated rind. Rub cheese through sieve with woodenspoon).Add fruit syrup mixture to bowl and mix well. Place cream andmilk in a basin, whisk until cream is just thick. Stir into cheesemixture in bowl. Pour over biscuit base in tin and place inrefrigerator to set.When set, remove cheesecake from tin and gently ease cheese-cake off base on to a plate.To decorate:Cut each orange slice in half, cut each half into 3 triangles.Arrange a pile of chocolate flakes/curls in centre of cheesecakeand orange triangle around top edge. Serves 12-16.Although this cheesecake takes a little time to prepare, it isdelicious and I am always asked for the recipe after friends andfamily have tried it. It goes down very well.

Jackie

Last issue recipe - Ham cooked in Coca-Cola.Having tried this recipe I can recommend it to others. It makesa change to prepare something a little differently and thismethod is really tasty. I look forward to seeing future recipes inthis new column.

Jackie B

I just had to drop you a line to thank you for the beautiful andunusual recipe for the ham cooked in coke you had in your lastissue, my family absolutely loved it and have been bugging mesince Christmas to make some more, so thanks again for sharingit with us and please keep the recipes coming.

Regards Kirsten

We still need more recipes to share with our readers so if youhave one please send it in so we can publish it .Remember thisis your news letter and it is your input of information that makesit successful.

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David Gyton’s Christmas Day ChallengeDavid from Hammonds coal merchants in Heachamachieved his challenge to carrying a sack of coal weighing 50kg (8 stone) from Ringstead to Hunstanton. He left The GinTrap at 9.00 am on Christmas morning to walk the 4 miles to thepromenade on Hunstanton beach arriving at 10.00 am.He then had a short break posing for photographers along thesea front before joining the swimmers for the Christmas dayswim. A total of 106 swam this year.The last time he did this was 20 years ago when it took him justunder the hour.

David did his walk and swim to raise money for Hunstanton& District Round Table the charities this year are TappingHouse and the R.N.L.I. His aim was £1000 and on Christmasmorning with the Gin Trap sponsors this was achieved andDavid said there was still more to come. The weather on Christ-mas morning was very wet and cold which kept many peopletucked up in the warm until the last moment but at the time ofthe swim the promenade was packed with on-lookers.

1st Heacham Cubs

The Cubs have had a busy couple of months. In December wewent Bowling in Hunstanton with packs from Docking,Hunstanton and Snettisham.

After Christmas we went to Wolferton for the day with Cubsfrom Terrington. They had fun playing in the woods andbuilding camp fires which they cooked sausages, banana's andchocolate on plus toasting marshmallows. We were really luckywith the weather - it didn't rain!

In January we said goodbye to some Cubs who went up toScouts. Also in January we went to see the Pocahontas Playersin their pantomime of Dick Whittington and his amazingTechnicolor Dream Cat, which again was an excellentperformance by everyone. We took 22 Cubs so there was a lotof audience participation, very loud in places.

A good night was had by all! Thank you to Julian, Beth and Valwho came along to help.

Happy Scouting to all our Cubs

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I said to the man who stood at the gate ofthe year “Give me a light that I may tread safely into theunknown” and he replied “Go out into the darkness and putyour hand into the hand of God. That shall be to you better thana light and safer than a known way”

I would like to wish all of you, a very happy and contented NewYear. May your vegetables be prolific and delicious and mayyour flowers be very floriferous. And may my onions be much,much better than last year!

So here we go again. It’s a little bit early to go mad sowing stuffunless you have a heated greenhouse or dare to fill up theconservatory if you have one – I don’t – but it won’t be longbefore the urge will get you as it does me and trays of compostwill be sown with all sorts of seeds. Generally various flowerseeds get sown first and if you have any sort of heated propaga-tor and a way of preventing the frosts from killing off the youngseedlings you can soon start sowing all sorts of flower seeds.Read the packet first – which I don't tend to do – and often youwill be surprised how early stuff can be sown. Me, I'll be sowingmy tomato seeds before the month's end. I've decided not to usethe straw bale system this year as it is very labour intensive andwhilst the yields have been good, the amount of work involvedis out of proportion to the yield. So it's back to the 14” pots thisyear and I must not try to cram so many plants into thegreenhouse. I thought I'd cut back – a bit – last year, but stillfound I could hardly get in the door. The trouble is that there areso many varieties available. My friend Dougie was given about15 packets of tomato seeds by one of his grandchildren. Even ifyou sowed two of each type, you would need a very largegreenhouse to house them all. I’m hoping to cadge a few to tryas I’ve never heard of most of them. If you are interested,www.realseeds.co.uk is a very interesting site full of goodies. Ihaven’t explored it fully yet as I’m frightened of spending toomuch money buying stuff I won’t have time to grow and in anycase, I’ve already got my seeds for this year.

If you haven’t already done it, it’s time to get your plots, largeor small, ready for the coming year. Fork in the compost youmade last year – you did, didn’t you – cut down any old growth

in the flower beds, wash out the dirty seed trays and flower pots– well, I do sometimes – and make or get in a supply of seed andpotting compost. Try and get peat free, there are some very goodvarieties available now which work as well as peat. I tried avariety called Westplus last year as my home made stuff didn’tseem to perform very well and found it very good if a bit pricey.I don’t know why my own doesn’t work too well, the consisten-cy is good, I add some excellent leaf mould and yet it doesn’tseem to keep seedlings going for long enough although theygerminate well. More research into the subject is needed and Iwill let you know if I crack it. As regards making compost, myold New Zealand bins, constructed at vast expense some 20 yrsago have finally given up the ghost. However, I obtained anumber of the very cheap bins offered by our Council. I filledfive of these over time and recently decided to see how they hadperformed. With a little effort I managed to get the bins free ofthe contents and was pleased with the results. From about a thirddown, the compost was pretty good and would have been fineas mulch. I’ve now forked this into one of my corrugated ironbins – yes I do have the space – and have left it to mature a whilelonger. Ideally, it’s best to turn compost to help it to heat up andmature quicker but I’ve found that poking a pointed stick intothe bin and wiggling it about, introduces air to the heap whichessentially does the same job as turning it. I have one very largecorrugated iron bin holding about three tons of vegetation andturning that would be too much for my ageing body. The pointystick method works a treat though.

I’ve also been busy covering every spare inch of ground witheither compost (flower beds) or horse manure (veg. plots). Itend to use mature manure on the deep beds but everywhere elsegets six inches of fairly raw stuff in the fond hope that it willhave been matured before I need the ground. It also keeps theweeds down. Yes I know I said I was going to do a trial of greenmanures but I had other things to do. Next year, I promise!

My lovely wife, Jill, has a thing about sweet peas so the otherweek I purchased some of the old fashioned variety and sowedthem. They are up already, so the trays need to go in the coldframe or they will get too leggy. My expert gardener of a brothertells me they must have the tops nipped out at least twice toencourage side shoots and thus a better display. This I mustremember to do! Last year I made a frame for the plants to climbup and I think we would have had a really good display exceptthat other plants seem to climb over and through the sweet peas,causing them some distress. They weren’t too bad though. Thisis one of my many faults; I don’t give plants enough room. Imade these fancy brassica cages last year to keep the flying ratsat bay. They worked, but one of the cages had a stand of autumn

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raspberries close by and the other cage was shaded by the runnerbeans. So my poor Brussels sprouts and broccoli plants went allleggy and haven’t performed as they should. It’s a good job Idon’t have a family to feed still. We had enough Brussels forChristmas and I’ve had a few feeds since so mustn’t complain.One must try harder!

I read somewhere that a fairly senior “civil” servant at DEFRAsaid that there really was no need for farmers in this country; wecould get all our food from abroad. I’m surprised there wasn’t ahuge row about his idiotic remark, perhaps it was said as a joke.These guys worry me though, they have lots of power andseemingly very little common sense. The Food StandardsAgency – another group of twerps – are saying that we shouldnot take supplements like vitamins as there is no need. Yet it hasrecently been shown that children given cod liver oil capsules atschool showed less aggressiveness and were more attentive totheir lessons. When I was a lad, my mum gave us porridge,bacon and egg or eggy bread and toast and marmalade forbreakfast before I cycled off to school. I’m not saying this dietmade me a genius ‘cos it didn’t but I think it kept me happy andhealthy. Some poor kids today seem to exist on a diet of crispsand mars bars and it’s very sad. I certainly think that a fewvitamin supplements would do some of them a power of goodif they can’t be fed properly.

Which brings me to food wastage. I suppose growing up duringthe war when food was scarce, we didn’t waste this preciouscommodity. Nowadays it seems, some people throw away morethan they eat. Why? What is the point of buying stuff if youdon’t want it? I can only suppose that some folks buypre-packaged meals with a sell by date on it and chuck it outbecause the date has passed. Strange. Me, I buy the basicingredients and if they go a bit limp, I make soup. We had agoose this Christmas which fed us well and has given me threegood “leftover” meals (two of which are currently in the freez-er) half a gallon of soup and four pots of good goose fat whichmakes the very best roast potatoes. I remember walking roundthe village a few years ago after Christmas when we were stillusing plastic rubbish bags and seeing the number of bags – splitopen by dogs – which had half eaten turkey carcasses in them,was astonishing. I suppose it’s still the same but it’s a terriblewaste of money.

Sorry, all the above pontificating is only because I haven’t gotenough to say about gardening this month Things are starting towake up though and next month I’ll “try” and be moreinteresting and I haven’t forgotten to talk about comfrey either.

Michael Drew

Heacham Digital Camera ClubPhotographer and Photograph of the Year 2007

During the first Camera Club meet of the New Year on January8th, votes were cast for the Photograph of the Year competition.All winning photographs from our 'Theme of the Month'competition were displayed and each member present cast theirvotes for the picture which they thought should be Photographof the Year 2007.

Ray Hanford, competition organiser announced 1st, 2nd & 3rdplaces.1st was Derek Dean from Hunstanton with Southwold BeachHuts2nd was Fred Galley from Denver with Sailing in the GreekSunset3rd was Fred Galley with an idyllic hide-away in Suffolk

Black & white does not do these photographs justice, they willbe on display within the village by Easter, I will let you knowwhere in next month’s Newsletter.

Certificates for Photographer of the Year 2007 were alsopresented on the night. Engraved plaques are now in progress.Derek Dean and Fred Galley were joint winners by capturingthe most winning photographs in our 'Theme of the Month'competition throughout 2007.

Our members come from far and wide, we welcome anyonewho has a digital camera, no matter how small or large it maybe, we all have a shared interest in photography. When andwhere is in the centre of our Newsletter.

Viv Walker

Ray Hanford presenting Photographer of the Year awards toDerek Dean (left photo) and Fred Galley (right photo)

Photograph of the Year winner: “Southwold Beach Huts”.

Below left: 2nd place “Sailing in the Greek Sunset”; belowright: 3rd place “Idyllic Hideaway in Suffolk”

Starlings, Canaries & the WolvesI don't think of myself as an avid football fan but as my latefather John Starling was a life-long Norwich City supporter Igot to be interested in how the "Canaries" were doing.This Christmas my younger brother Johnny treated me to a visitto Carrow road to watch Norwich play WolverhamptonWanderers, and to celebrate the life of our Dad. This turned outto be a very memorable football event and one that I will neverforget.Johnny told me that I had to be smartly dressed and to be readyto leave Heacham at 10am on the day of the match. Howmysterious! On arrival at Carrow Road we parked the car in theDirectors Car Park and headed for the Directors entrance. Ibegan to wonder if my brother had somehow become a director.At the entrance Dawn Towns, a smartly dressed young lady whois in charge of match day hospitality met us. She took usupstairs to the directors dining room where we met our guide forthe day an ex-city player from the eighties Mark Barham. Overa drink we had a chat about the club and the players past andpresent and then given a complimentary programme and acamera as we had both forgot to take our own.Mark gave us a guided tour of Carrow Road starting at thevisitors' dressing room where we met their coach and wishedhim a good game but not too good although I suppose he didn'tpass this on to his players. The home team dressing room wasmore luxurious and it was a thrill to see the team's kit all laid outready for them to put on. We had our picture taken holdingDarren Huckerby's shirt. Mark showed us the bath andreminisced how in his day there were always two cases of lagerkept behind the door so that the players could have a drink whilethey were taking their bath. Nowadays they are forbidden todrink alcohol for at least two hours after the game!

After the dressing rooms we went through the tunnel and on tothe pitch, where for a moment I imagined the roar of the crowd,as the stands were empty. We saw Glen Roeder and sat in themanagers dugout, where apparently he no longer sits and hadmore pictures taken. Mark showed us the City trophy cabinetand we met Bryan "Gunny" Gunn who autographed my pro-gramme and we had our first glimpse of Delia Smith who wewould see more of later.We had lunch in the"Gunn club" in Delia's restaurant whereDelia and her husband were eating their lunch. The food andservice were superb, as you would expect. I joked with one ofthe waiters that Delia must have been up early to cook this meal.How he laughed!!!After lunch, we went into our box to watch the game. The matchitself was pretty lacklustre except for flashes of inspiration fromDarren Huckerby, Wolves were having the better game andsoon scored. At half time we were thrilled to see Dads namecame across the scoreboard. In the second half we had more ofthe same and as we were behind the Norwich goal we had aclose up view of all the mistakes they were making. We weresharing the box with a football "expert" who sat behind me andgave the ref a tirade of abuse also aiming some at the players;he was quite amusing. The game kept me on the edge of my seatand I was expecting Norwich to lose but Jamie Cureton scoredthe equaliser and Norwich were lucky to get a point. As wewere leaving the box my brother asked me if I thought Dad’sghost was there with us, I was about to say "don't be stupid"when I remembered the expert sitting behind me!We went back to the "Gunn club" and were introduced to theteam captain and man of the match Darel Russell who presentedthe two of us with a bottle of champagne each and a photothrown in too. There is a certain atmosphere in being at a livefootball match. I went as a lukewarm supporter and came awayan avid fan.

Tim Starling

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HEACHAM IN EARLIER TIMES

Lodge Road Towards South BeachHaving spent some time in the Staithe Road and Station Roadarea, I thought that we would head towards either the North orSouth beaches. Thanks to the kindness of other ‘Old Heach-amites’, past and present, I have quite a number of views of theSouth beach and the approaches to it.

One of the attractions to visitors in past times was the pleasantcountry walks in and around the village, and to my mind one ofthe prettiest was the walk along Lodge Road; I accordinglyinclude two views taken mid-way along the road. These showThe Lodge house and the surrounding meadows at a time whenthey were owned by Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge.

The Lodge was one of the “perquisites” of the College Masterwith the provision that he resided there for three months of theyear. In later years this seemed to have lapsed as I canremember it being a residential home for the elderly. Thesurrounding land was farmed by the Cross family, latterly MrWalter Cross, and the meadows provided grazing for his‘stock’, cows, heifers and sometimes a large Friesian bull.Twice daily the cows would be walked from the meadows to themilking parlour at College Farm, Cheney Hill, and, milkingcompleted, would amble quietly back again. It sounds unbe-lievable now but, as I am frequently pointing out, there was littletraffic in days past and in any case cows and animals generallywere to be expected on the roads then, either collectively orindividually. They were usually accompanied by a man incharge but cows required little attention, knowing where theywere going but were not to be hurried, a few minutes lostfollowing behind was neither here nor there.

Mr Cross’s long time ‘man’ was Mr Reggie Mindham, no doubtwell remembered by Old Heachamites; he would be wanderingalong at the tail end of the line of cows and administer theoccasional thwack with his stick on the backside of a particular-ly slow cow. He would also sometimes give an admonitoryshout or two - he had the most tremendous roaring voice, youcould practically hear him over the whole village!

Despite what now seems an astonishingly casual way of goingon, Mr Cross’s cows were not the only ones on the roads atmilking times. I can only remember one occasion when therewas any sort of problem. Mr Robinson who lived in StaitheRoad, had left his drive gates open; a passing cow for somereason ambled down the drive, got confused, trod over theflower beds and lawn and eventually blundered out again underthe influence of much prodding and shouting from Reggie.

Eventually the College owners of the whole area decided to sellout with the results we see today. It was said that ProfessorHadley’s influence prevented earlier selling; the views from hishouse in Station Road being particularly pleasant, but with hisdeath in 1972 all was changed.

Cows were not the only hazard for motorists and road users inbygone days. Dr Marshall’s main entrance was off StationRoad, opposite to where the surgery is now. His bull terrierdog, ‘Bully’ used to like to lie in the road directly in front of theentrance and have a snooze. Oncoming motorists, or evencyclists, were expected to either steer round him or, if this wasnot possible, come to a halt. If he heard the engine of astationary vehicle or was shouted at forcibly, he might wanderout of the way, or he might not. As he was becoming deaf,usually not, but everyone knew of this habit and half expectedthat he would be there, particularly if it was a warm summer’sday. Other people’s dogs considered road traffic past their

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house a nuisance and got into the habit of rushing out to scarewhatever it was away. Not good for cyclists and, on occasion,the local policeman was involved in issuing due warnings tothe dog’s owner. Different days, different ways.

As we have seen, there were many facilities for the intendingvisitor to Heacham, ranging from hotel accommodation toapartments and rooms, but for the less well off local farmersprovided sites for caravans and tents. In the early days thecaravans were of the traditional kind used by either gypsies orshowmen. These were sited in fields off both the North andSouth beach roads and, as we are proceeding along Lodge Road,we might as well head for the South beach. Two caravan sitessituated either side of South Beach Road were Mr Raine’s siteand Mr Jenning’s site and I show early views of these. The viewof Mr Jennings’s site was possibly taken at a later date than thatof Mr Raine’s site, which shows the traditional type of travel-ling caravans, some having canvas awnings fitted to shield thepaintwork from the summer sun. What an exciting time thechildren must have had, particularly if the weather was good,but to sleep and live in a proper caravan was magic for a child.For many, a holiday like this was the first of a lifetime ofholidays at Heacham and as we have seen from correspondencein The Newsletter many people still visit Heacham and willcontinue for as long as they can do so. They will not be livingin a gypsy or showman’s caravan of course but still find goodold Heacham a wonderful place to visit.

All the early ‘guides’ emphasise what a healthy place the villageis and refer to the health giving properties of the ozone in theatmosphere. This does not seem to be referred to nowadays butI suppose we are still ozone saturated and are still lucky enoughto live in a very healthy environment. Considering the numberof inhabitants that are in their nineties and still fit and active Isuppose that Heacham must indeed be a very healthy place inwhich to live.

‘Old Heachamite’(95 next Birthday!)

Raine’s Farm (above) and Jenning’s Camp (below)

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MEMORIES OF A HEACHAMCHILDHOOD

Our home was Maud Cottage in Lords Lane. We rented it fromthe Graver family, who lived next door.

My sister Belinda and I were both pupils at the school just downthe road. Mr Williman was the headmaster and his son Peterwas one of the pupils the time. Other names I recall are ReubenWhisker, Peter Sopp, Barbara Dix, David Garwood and my bestfriend, Stuart Fuller.

My sister’s best friend was Olive Garrod, now Olive Plumb, ofNourse Drive and they still keep in touch. Indeed, on ourtwice-yearly visits to Norfolk, from our home in Haslemere,Surrey, my wife and I call on Olive and her husband David.

David Garwood has interesting connections with my route inlife. His younger brother, Colin, went on to become a successfulprofessional footballer and his career included spells atAldershot and Portsmouth, two clubs with a special place in myheart. I have been a Pompey season ticket holder for severalyears.

I used to enjoy visiting the newsagents in Collins Lane, where Iwould spend part of my pocket money on Charlie Buchan’sFootball Monthly, and Soccer Star.We were in Heacham for the Coronation celebrations in 1953and I went to the fancy dress party in the Public Hall as ascarecrow. Part of my costume was a broom handle thrusthorizontally through my sleeves. I also recall how hard it rainedthat day.

Earlier that year the village suffered, like so many othercommunities, in the East Coast floods. Lords Lane was farenough away from the beaches to escape the flooding, but therewere bowsers parked nearby to ensure we had a safe supply ofwater.

In those distant days, Heacham had a rail service, but it wasn’tto survive for too much longer. I recall my father taking me tothe level crossing to watch the last train to Wells pass throughHeacham Station.

Some years later, the line to Hunstanton and King’s Lynnclosed. It was a sad time, but I am still the proud possessor of aphotograph I took from the footbridge of Hunstanton Stationjust after it closed with part of the track ripped up.

The North West Norfolk area was awash with Americanservicemen based at Sculthorpe. They were a colourful crewand great for the local economy. The Glebe Hotel inHunstanton, long since replaced by flats, was a popular hauntfor them.

My father worked at Lynn Hospital, and also at Donaldson’sfishmongers in the town. For a while, he had his own business– Quality Fisheries. It was based in Heacham and he deliveredfish to homes in the area, including some on the SandringhamEstate, in a little black van.

We kept chickens and pigs in the garden, as many folk did inthose days. The animals were a reliable source of food and Irecall sides of bacon hanging in the spare room. It was tastystuff, but terribly salty. I also remember sitting in the shed withthe rest of the family helping to pluck the chickens.

Mr Woodruff from Hunstanton delivered our groceries, andbaker Mr Benstead of Heacham called with our bread supplies.Mr Gordon was the barber, the butcher was Mr Pull, and QueenMary was a regular visitor to the antique shop in Station Road .

There used to be a grocers on the corner of Lords Lane andMalthouse Crescent and I believe the shop was still there untilrelatively recently. I used to go there to buy a vegetable spread,similar to Marmite, called Splendo. I loved it!

My paternal grandparents lived in Victoria Avenue,Hunstanton, and we regularly caught the bus to and fro to visitthem. We used to get the bus home from the stop close to thethen Capitol Cinema. The buses were run by Eastern Counties,who used to provide a pretty good service. Any buses that werefull were soon followed by a relief service, and the stop outsideThe Wheatsheaf in Heacham was invariably the place wherelong queues would accumulate. Those were the days before thenew "bypass" road was built.

Among the happy time were disappointments, especially whenPompey heroes (and England internationals) Jimmy Dickinsonand Jack Froggatt ignored my invitation to visit our house fortea.

I recall one day standing at the crossroads outside the schoolpondering the meaning of life, who on earth I was and where Iwas going.

I was soon, sadly, to find out. My parents parted company andmy sister and I went with my mother to Portsmouth. We livedwith my maternal grandparents for a while, and subsequently Ilived in the Farnham, Surrey, area before moving to Haslemereabout 35 years ago.

I love going back to Heacham. From an outsider’s perspective,it has retained the charms that I remember so well, especiallythat community spirit and those lovely lavender fields.

Ken Gore

KEPT AWAKE BY A NOISYBURNS' NIGHT PARTY

Oh aren't we all having a wonderful Burns' nightSporrans and best party frocksTarted-up tartan and pipers and terriersDancers with knives in their socks

But - it's Atholl Brose and nobody knowsJust how it really should beThe oatmeal's gone runny, the honey smells funnyIt doesn't look tasty to me

I went to Edinburgh once on a day tripLoved it and stayed there all daySo what if my parents were both born in Balham?I'm Scottish in every way!

But - I'm just not built to wear a kiltIt doesn't become me at allI can feel a breeze across my kneesAnd all down the length of the hall

We've piped in the haggis, recited the poemAnd watched Ralph C Nesbit and CoAnd if ever I yearn for a real adventureThen Govan's the place I shall go!

So - och aye the noo for me and for youPlaying the old Highland GamesNessie's a fake, I hate oatcakeI'd rather stay south of the Thames

Lizzie and Joanna 2007 ©

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PRINCESS THEATRE CLUBTry your hand at acting -Eight talented people neededHave you noticed that nobody under a certain age uses the word'actress' any more? After all, you wouldn't call a female doctora doctoress, would you? That being said, the Princess TheatreClub is holding two audition evenings for any local actors,whether newcomers or experienced, who would like to beconsidered for a role in the forthcoming production of thehilarious farcical comedy THERE GOES THE BRIDE. Writtenby Ray Cooney and John Chapman, the play will be directed bythe well-experienced James Skinner.

Auditions will be held on Thursday 14th and Tuesday 19th ofFebruary, in the upper room at the Conservative Club inHunstanton (up the lane beside Whitley's newsagent shop),starting at 7.30pm. We are always looking for new talent toswell the ranks of our active acting members and this time weneed eight players - four men and four women - of all ages from20s to 70+. If you have ever fancied 'having a go', now's yourchance. Don't be shy. Everybody's welcome. We should love tosee you.

Being involved in a play is great fun, we can promise youcamaraderie, lots of laughs and, of course, a bit of hard worklearning lines and moves. But watching a play develop fromfirst readings to complete production is fascinating and if you'relucky enough to be cast in the play the rewards are tremendous.Nothing quite like hearing the audience respond to what you'redoing with laughter and tumultuous applause. Rehearsals willbegin early March and continue twice weekly, usually Tuesday

and Thursday, and the middle week of May (13-17) will betaken up with technical rehearsal, dress rehearsal and threeperformance evenings.

If you are chosen for a role, you will be asked to join thePrincess Theatre Club, if only temporarily, as our insurancecovers only bona fide members. And don't forget we would alsowelcome anyone who cares to help with props, costumes,prompting or generally humping sets and so forth. If the actorshave fun, it's equally exciting to be involved backstage, wearingblack and swapping props on the set in blue-lit shadows.

If you'd like to join the Princess Theatre Club, whether as anacting or social member, please contact our new membershipsecretary, Vivienne Parnham, on 01485 535625.

SPACE... The Final FrontierMore in hope than expectation... PLEASE, can anyone out therehelp the Princess Theatre Club find a suitable SPACE to make,paint and store sets and scenery? Yes, it's a big ask. Requires abit of a miracle, and a benevolent angel. But maybe you're outthere somewhere, dear kind theatre-lover, so here's the pitch:-

It costs a small fortune to hire and transport sets, so it would bemuch more economical to have our own, if only we had a placeto store it. We have talented people who could make the sets, ifwe had a place in which to do the work. Recently we wereoffered the gift of some furniture which to our regret we had torefuse, because we had nowhere to store it. What's more, in thelead-up to each production we have a limited time in thePrincess Theatre and it's always a problem trying to repaint tosuit the current play, re-hang door hinges, repair damage etcetc... If we had a place where we could carry this out at ourleisure, what a boon that would be.

So... if you have, or can think of someone who might have, asuitable space that is dry, fairly roomy, and with 10-12 feet ofhead space to store and paint the sets upright, we should bepleased to hear from you. An unused garage, a corner of awarehouse... The place doesn't have to be pristine (it could evenhave the odd mouse or two). We would help to preserve it andkeep it secure. We would even give you some free publicity asa sponsor on all our programmes, if it would help. Only snag...our funds are limited. So if the rent could be peppercorn...

If you can help please contact Rae Steward, Chairman of thePrincess Theatre Club, on 01485 533420.

Thank you very much. See you at the Princess Theatre next Mayfor the hilarious farce 'There Goes the Bride'.

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Heacham Minors Football Club

The U13's have had some mixed results over the last few weeks,narrowly missing out on the league cup final to Litchamfollowed by a game against Clenchwarton after the Christmasbreak which they won by 9 goals to 1. The latest game was alocal derby against Dersingham which saw Heacham going intothe game at a disadvantage due to only having 10 players.However every Heacham player gave 100% and Dersinghamwere only able to go infront when Heacham were temporarilydown to 9 players. Heacham kept their heads up and continuedto play well as a team and were unlucky when Dersinghamscored their second after they had a shot on goal whilst aHeacham player was down injured which a defender deflectedafter trying to clear off the line. However, if the boys continueto play the remaining matches of the season with the samepositive approach things will be looking very bright for thefuture!

We are currently looking for a goalkeeper to start training withthe team ready to play matches next season. If anyone isinterested and is in school year 8, please contact Stephen Joyceon 01485 579009 or come along to training which takes placeon Wednesdays from 6.30 - 8.00pm at Heacham Astroturf Pitch.

The U7's training takes place every Thursday from 5.30pm -6.30pm. Players should currently be in school year 2. If anyoneis interested please come along on the day or telephone StephenJoyce on 01485 579009 for further information

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Question - I am eighty years of age and have been sleeping allmy life on a feather mattress which really does need to bereplaced. Any idea where I can get one?

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Question - I live some distance from my elderly father and I feelthat sheltered housing from his council would be a practical andsafe option. What are the eligibility criteria for getting one?

Answer - Each council has its own criteria so you would needto contact your father's council for theirs. However, thefollowing criteria are fairly standard throughout many councilsfor sheltered accommodation:

· People must be at least sixty years old.· Have a physical, medical or social need for support.· Have a level of support requirement as, for example,

someone with a learning disability might have.· A person is vulnerable to risk, abuse or neglect.· Current housing may be totally unsuitable for their current

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Question - My sister, with whom I live, has fallen over a coupleof times at home. She is in her seventies but in good healthotherwise. Can you offer some general advice in order that I canhelp her from possibly falling again?

Answer - A person is more at risk of falling if they have fallenbefore, had a stroke or have Parkinson's Disease, take four ormore medicines and have a problem with balance for examplewhen walking or getting up from a dining chair without usingtheir arms. As your sister falls into at least one of thesecategories the best advice I can give you is to contact either herGP or the District Nurse at your surgery. They will assess hersituation and suggest help and give advice to reduce the risk ofyour sister falling again. The Department of Health advises that50% of falls are preventable, so ring your surgery as soon aspossible.

Question - I would like to travel to the Costa del Sol with afriend for a fortnight's holiday. She is fit and well but I amdisabled in that I use a wheelchair, zimmer and a toilet frame. Iam happy to travel with my wheelchair but do not want to takethe other items on the journey. Is it possible to hire such itemsin Spain?

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They have a UK number you can call for further informationand to arrange hire: 01908 679699.

December Meetings in Brief

Trade Waste: The Council noted that a number of smallbusinesses had been targeted by Environmental Services. TheCouncil considered that the Officers had been over zealous andcalled for the Borough Council to be more proactive in helpingsmall traders through the complicated laws on trade waste.County Re-organisation: The Council were concerned to hearabout proposals to reorganise the County and agreed to ask theMP to lobby the Government.Saltings: The Council approved the designs and costs for thenew secure entrance to the land at the Saltings.Brays Pit Hedge: The Council noted that work to remove thehedge on part of Staithe Road had started to good effect.

January Meetings in Brief

Flood Sirens: The Council met with emergency planningofficers. Members accepted that the current flood sirens wereoutdated, but the Council repeated its belief that an audiblewarning system was essential. The Officers reported that thecurrent evacuation procedures which were under regular reviewworked very well.New Row: The Council approved a quote to make repairs to thesection of New Row adjoining Pound Lane in cooperation witha neighbouring household..Precept: The Council agreed that the Precept for 2008/9 shouldbe set at £73,500.Dog Fouling: The Council noted that the new Borough wideorder on dog fouling would not effect the Heacham bylaws toprohibit dogs entering the Recreation Ground or Brays Pit. TheCouncil agreed to review the Bylaw and consider letting dogsonto land at Brays Pit.Hunstanton Road: The Council noted that the new drainagework had been very effective in the heavy rain, but were stillconcerned about the state of the footpath.War Memorial: The Council were most concerned to hear thatwithin a month of repair work being carried out, further damagehad been to the stone steps of the Memorial.The Clerk statedthat the damage to the listed monument was not deliberatevandalism. The damage, which was the third incident in sixmonths, had been caused by vehicles backing into or drivingover the steps. The Clerk was in discussion with Highways andthe Conservation Officer about ways to protect the steps fromfurther damage.Speed Watch: The Council noted the request for volunteers tobecome part of a local community speed watch team organisedby the Police. Residents who might be interested in joining thevolunteer team were asked to contact the Clerk for moreinformation.Tree Preservation Order: The Council agreed to support theproposed order on small groups of trees in the grounds of thePoplars, Station Road.Road Closure:The Council noted that the B1454 HeachamRoad to Sedgeford would be closed for resurfacing works from18 February until 25 February.Next Meeting: The next meeting would take place at the ParishCouncil Office, Pound Lane, on Tuesday 19 February at 7.30pm

Dedicated Benches

The Parish Council are beginning a replacement programme toupdate some of the older village seats. If residents or familieswish to erect and dedicate a seat in the village, this would be agood time. The initial cost of the purchase and installation of apublic bench is around £500, however once bought the seat isadopted, maintained and insured by the Council. If you wouldlike to know more please contact the Parish Clerk for full details.

Get Your Community Composting!

Norfolk County Council is looking for people to become'Master Composters' and encourage their local communities toget stuck into home composting. In return for training andsupport, the volunteers will act as composting ambassadors intheir local neighbourhoods. Book your place on a free two-daytraining course at Holt Hall Field Studies Centre in Holt onSaturday 9 and Sunday 10 February 2008. You will learn abouta variety of waste issues, including the secrets of successfulhome compost. You will be asked to do 30 hours of voluntarywork promoting home composting to earn the title of 'MasterComposter'. To attend the training session and for furtherinformation, call David Hawkyard, Master ComposterCoordinator, on 01603 223328 or email: david.hawkyard@norfolk.gov.uk

Precept for Heacham

The precept set by Heacham Parish Council for the nextfinancial year is £73,500. This represents £15.30 for the year perhead of population. The increase is set out in the followingcomparison:2007/8:Band D £37.11 2008/9:Band D £38.54

Brown Bins for Green Waste

Application forms for the Brown Bins for garden waste areavailable to collect from the Parish Council Office or residentscan contact the Borough Council directly on 01553 616200.

Any queries should be addressed to:Heacham Parish Council Office

Jubilee Clinic Pound Lane HeachamNorfolk PE31 7ET

Tel/Fax 01485 572142

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Safer Neighbourhood Surgery

The next surgery will take place on Wednesday 13February at the Parish Council Office from 10.00am until12noon. At the surgery, the Police will be on hand to assistresidents with any concerns or crime prevention advice. Ifyou cannot make the surgery, then the Parish Clerk willpass on your concerns or questions.

HELP LINES

HEACHAM GROUP PRACTICE 572769HEACHAM MON TO FRI 08.30 TO 13.00 14.00 TO 18.30SNETTISHAM MON TO THURS 08.30 TO 12.30 14.30 TO 18.00 THURS/FRIDAY 08.30 TO 12.30 Closed p.m.OUT OF HOURS DOCTOR 01603 488488A Doctor will advise on your emergency - Please think before callingHEACHAM & DISTRICT COMMUNITY TRANSPORT 572777HEACHAM CHEMIST 570297OPENING HOURS MON TO FRI 09.00 TO 18.30 SAT 09.00 TO 17.30Open 13.00-14.00 - prescriptions and certain other products only availableif Pharmacist is in attendanceDUTY CHEMIST NOTICE DISPLAYED ON DOORHEACHAM PARISH COUNCIL OFFICE 572142OPEN TUES TO FRI 10.00 TO 12.00STREET LIGHT FAULT REPORT 572142BOROUGH COUNCIL OFFICE 01553 616200BOROUGH COUNCILLORS (01485)Mrs S. SMEATON 571087 / Mr A. MORRISON / 518469NORFOLK C C ROSALIE MONBIOT 01328 738316ONE STOP SHOP and LIBRARY 571928OPEN MON WED FRI 10.00 TO 16.00HEACHAM POST OFFICE 570330OPEN MON TO FRI 09.00 TO 17.30 SAT 09.00 TO 12.30EMERGENCY SERVICESQUEEN ELIZABETH HOSPITAL 01553 613613DENTIST Emergency only for patients notregistered with a dentist 01553 769264COMMUNITY MIDWIFE (Ask for Hunstanton M/W) 01553 613613POLICE 01553 691211SAMARITANS 01553 761616CHILD LINE 0800 1111ELECTRIC 0800 7838838ANGLIAN WATER 0845 7 145 145GAS ESCAPE 0800 111999HUNSTANTON LIBRARY 532280OPEN MON. TUE. WED (No lunch closure) 10.00 TO 17.00 THURS. 10.00 TO 13.00 FRI. 10.00 TO 19.00 SAT 10.00 TO 13.00 (1st November to 31st March)HEACHAM COMMUNITY WEBSITEwww.heacham-on-line.co.uk E-mail stella@heacham-on-line.co.uk

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12th/26th February 5th/19thCOLLINGWOOD CLOSE 09.40 ROBIN HILL 10.25SOUTHMOOR DRIVE 10.00 CHURCH LANE 10.40SANDRINGHAM DRIVE 10.20 RINGSTEAD ROAD 11.00CHENEY HILL (F/SIDE) 10.45 NEVILLE CT 11.45WOODSIDE AVE 11.10 NEVILLE ROAD 12.20HEACHAM INFANT SCH. 11.25 PINE MALL 12.40KENWOOD RD STH 11.50 FIR CLOSE 13.00NOURSE DRIVE 12.20 SUNNYSIDE 14.35POCAHONTAS WAY 13.50 MEADOW ROAD 15.00BUSHEL & STRIKE PH 14.05 POPLAR AVE 15.25GIDNEY DRIVE 14.20 GYMKHANA WAY 15.50BANKSIDE 14.40 JENNINGS CLOSE 16.15MARRAM WY N CL 14.55 COLLEGE DR/G CL 16.50MARRAM WY S CL 15.10MARRAM WY/NEV RD 15.25CUNNINGHAM CT 15.45

LOCAL BUS SERVICE TIMETABLE

MON/SAT TO KINGS LYNN__Via QUEEN ELIZABETH HOSPITAL

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MON/SAT TO HUNSTANTONLODGE RD 0658^ 0709s 0728^ 0806 0809s 0909 0929 0939 0959 1009 1029 then @ these mins past hour 39 59 09 29 til 1339 1359 1409 1429 1439 1459 1504^ 1509s 1529s 1539s 1544^ 1559s 1609 1629 1639s 1648c 1659 1709 1729 1739 1759 1809 1827 1848 1928 2028 2158 2328WHEATSHEAF 0704^ 0715s 0734^ 0812 0815s 0915 0935 0945 1005 1015 1035 then @ these mins past hour 45 05 15 35 til 1345 1405 1415 1435 1445 1505 1510^ 1515s 1535s 1545s 1550 1605s 1615 1635 1645# 1654 1705 1715 1735 1745 1805 1815 1832 1853 1933 2033 2203 2333

SUNDAYS & PUBLIC HOLIDAYSLODGE RD 0929 1029 1129 1229 1329 1429 1529 1629 1729 1829 2027 2157 2327WHEATSHEAF 0935 1035 1135 1235 1335 1435 1535 1635 1735 1835 2033 2203 2333 # School holidays only ^ not saturdays s saturdays onlyc college days onlyBus Enquiries? Call 0845 020121 (0900-1630 Mon-Fri except public holi-days) e-mail : ptu.pt@norfolk.gov.uk

NORFOLK GREEN BUS SERVICE 31THURSDAYS TO FAKENHAM

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