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On the morning of Wednesday 25th March I was invited to the Oak Class at North Repps primary school for their community coffee morning with Bingo.I joined others at the school office where we signed in and then were assigned pupils to escort us to the Oak Classroom, my escort a lovely young man Marcus (pictured below right) explained he had been sorting the cushions and once he had taken me to a very comfy seat ascertained I would enjoy a cup of tea which he duly fetched, there were delicious cakes on offer made by the class & the Friends of North Repps School, but as I was attending the monthly lunch in Trimingham a couple of

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hours later I reluctantly declined. After tea Marcus escorted me on a tour of the school including Acorn class where I met the five ducklings ( above) stars of the school blog.

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In the last two weeks the weather has been amazingly lovely.On some of the days with sun and no wind we could have been in mid summer, then the next day the coldeast wind sweeps in accompanied by rain mixed with sleet or hail which means we have to dig out the thermals drag the boots from the back of the wardrobe and goout wrapped up similar to a yeti in appearance!Now we have sprung forward into British Summer Time, Easter uponus and in Crab Tales country there are masses of activities to try, see pages 22 to 23, beautiful beaches to visit and fun to be found in all areas of this lovely part of the world check out the pages to find numerous suggestions of how to enjoy life.Just before going to press, too late to change, we had an e-mail asking us to remove the listing for the Film& Pudding Evening on April 24th at Erpingham Village Hall.This event is now SOLD OUT!

Since our last issue we have been joined by two new reporters for the Crab Tales: Charity Sadler will be doing work experience with us (see Page 4) and Harriet Whittaker will be taking photos for us. Their first combined venture will be a report on the Gimingham Panto.

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From The Editor

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Letters to the Editor Send to: 10 Hilda Rd, Mundesley NR11 8BA e-mail to: [email protected] OR Drop off at: K Hardware, Church Street, CROMER

Dear Editor,I cannot believe how much publicity you gave to Lidl in your last issue. So you do all your regular shopping there, that is a personal choice for you ! But to do nearly a full page photo spread of their wares is totally unacceptable and of little thoughtto all of our wonderful local shops, who have the huge task of competing with such stores. Without them our local communities would collapse. I can assure you that their produce is fresher & of higher quality than any super-market, and sourced a lot closer to home.So, come on, shop local and enjoy all that our independent shops have to offer.Pat Whitby

Dear Editor, We were delighted to see the article about ourSoupa Saturday event on the front page ofyour magazine and wish to thank you for your kind words - we were so pleased that you enjoyed the experience. We are always most grateful to both our membersand the general public, for their constant support,and would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who helped to make this event such a success. We thought that your readers would like to know that the event raised 279.61. Over the course of the year, the hard work of themembers, combined with the generosity of the general public, enables the Ladies Lifeboat Guildto raise thousands of pounds for the RNLI.The Guild is a thriving group of like-minded ladies,of all ages, who give their time to raise money fora truly worthwhile cause and throughout the yearwe organise many fundraising activities, as wellas getting together for a number of social events. Our membership continues to grow, but we arealways very happy to welcome new members. Anyone who is interested in joining should contactour Chairman, Beryl Mansell on 01263 513 336 or Secretary, Lin Baker on 01263 514363. To find out more about us, look out for our displayboards at the Community Open Day on Saturday18th April and the Nat West Bank, Cromer on Monday 27th April Tuesday 5th May.

Our next fundraising event is the fabulous FishSupper on Fri. 17th April at Northrepps VillageHall. The wonderful array of seafood is suppliedby John Davies and is served with delicious home-made salads & desserts. There is also a licensedbar. Tickets cost 16 and are available from Angela Sharp on 01263 515 862.Thank you, once again, for your continued support.Jill Reedman, Cromer Ladies Lifeboat Guild

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Dear Crab Tales Readers,My name is Charity Sadler, and Im a student at Cromer Academy.

Over a period of time I will be writing up different bits and pieces (such as reviews) that will be featured in the Crab Tales.If you ever see me in the street, please stop and say hello to me, I would love to get to know every-one who reads the Crabtales and what they would like to see me write about!I hope that all you readers will enjoy my contributions to this great little magazine. Happy ReadingCharity

Dear Philip,Over the last few issues of your Crab Tales yourname has not appeared as the Editor.What is going on?I noticed recently that you are still distributing the paper around Cromer with your green trolley.Have you sold it again or what? I do enjoy theCrab Tales and always have. Please let us know what is going on?Yours SincerelyRoger Green.In Response: Thank you very much for your comments Roger. After over ten years I have got Liz King from Trimingham to take on therole of Editor but I continue, as the owner, writing articles as and when required.I continue to enjoy running the Crab Tales, but am much freer to do other activities like going sailing and being more involved as a Parish Councillor in Mundesley, which I took on just over a year ago.I would add that I am happy to write articles on local businesses who advertise with us, if they would like to contact me. So in short I am still there working for the Crab Tales.RegardsPhilip Keddell

Dear Editor,Re Commemorating the Battle of Agincourt 600 years ago.Your readers may have heard in the budget that George Osbourne is putting aside 1million towards the commemorative events of the Battle of Agincourt 600 years ago. Whether any of this money comes this way maybe problematical but Erpingham has a series ofevents happening throughout the year the biggestbeing a Medieval Spectacular on September 12th & 13th in fields around Erpingham Church. Sir Thomas Erpingham was the leader of the longbow archers at the battle of Agincourt which wasthe major reason for winning the battle against the French. With the help of the well known Black Knight Historical the event will include battling men at arms, long bow archers, and aliving history village with many have a go activities for people to enjoy.Although we will have medieval traders along-side others, we would like to ask through the Crab Tales if any Charities might like to take advantage of what we hope will be a large crowd attendance at a much reduced site fee of 20. If so would they contact us on either: 01263 761 110 or: 768 209.Helen Burrell(Chairman of the executive committee)

Dear Editor,Trimingham Pilgrim Shelter Management Committee are desperately looking for help. We are in the process of putting together a Stage 2 bid for money from the Big Lottery Fund to build a new village hall. If there are any retired Quantity Surveyors, Architects or anybody with previous lottery expertise out there, who would be willing to give us a guiding hand, we would love to hear from you. We have until July to submit our application. If you would like to help us please contact Terry Brown on: 01263 834 349. or e-mail: [email protected] or visit: www.trimingham.org

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Dear Liz,Could I through your magazine thank all those who helped me on the Trimingham beach on Monday 2nd March.It was a beautiful morning so I decided to takemy dog Frank for a walk along the beach beforegoing to work. I met various dog owners andtheir companions but one became over exuberant while playing with Frank and an unfortunate accident knocked me over when I was not verystable on the boulders on the beach.Unfortunately I fell heavily against the woodenrevetments & broke my femur. The first responderwas quickly on the scene calming and extremely efficient. The coastguards were superb and very carefully carried me back to the ambulance (not an easy task as I was screaming in pain and not a light weight) which was waiting at Vale Road.May I also thank the kind couple who took Frank to their home until my sister collected him plus the two ladies accompanied by two cocker spaniels who kept me warm with their own hat and coats.I am on the road to recovery and hope to be back walking the beach with Frank soon.Thank you all very muchElaine Stockdale

Dear Editor,The Cromer Skate Park campaign has hosted another successful charity ball, raising a profit of 878 towards the upkeep and maintenance of the towns new skate park.The campaign reached its initial fundraising target of 150,000 in September last year. After a hiatus to allow for the worst of the winter weather, construction work began on the Meadow on Tuesday 17th March. Cromers new skate park is expected to be fully completed and operational by June of this year. In the meantime, however, the drive to raise funds to support the ongoing operation of the skate park continues apace.The campaign, with the aim of constructing andmaintaining a skate park in Cromer, hosted its2nd annual charity ball at Northrepps Cottage Country Hotel in March. Numbers were up from last years event, with 76 guests.Norwich magician Tyler Harrison kicked off theevent in great style, as guests were treated to asuperb display of close-up conjuring. Northrepps Cottage laid on a sumptuous meal, followed by music & dancing.The function roomwas beautifully decorated, and complemented by lighting & music provided by Sound Stage Systems. Special thanks to Johnno, Andy and Lucy, who took such great care of the guests on the night. In short, the skate park charity ball was, once again, a very special event, and a great night was had by all.The proceeds of 878 came from ticket sales, a raffle and a silent auction. Many local shops and businesses dug deep to supply prizes in support of this very worthy cause.


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I really must learn more about this social media & find the ducks at oakclass 99.blogspot.co.ukThe school have a world map where each place shows up when residents of the country view @northreppspri, if you have relatives/friends abroad who twitter, please ask them to view, as I am sure the children will be delighted.

The Bingo session was great fun for players and callers alike although some of the numbers attached sayings were as amusing as confusing!

The raffle finished off this most delightful morning with many superb prizes.

All the pupils were excellent hosts and carried out their duties splendidly.After my visit I heard that the Pre school at North Repps Primary Ofsted report resulted in a good report with outstanding featuresThe school will be having a Table Top Sale at North Repps Village hall on the 10th of May. Book a table on: 01263 579 396 or just go along to buy some bargains and help the school raise some funds. See our next issue for details. LK.

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Antingham Village HallTwo years ago the village hall was literally facing closure due to a dearth of volunteers. It was also possible that the hall and its land would be sold, a village meeting was called and discussions were held.At that meeting John & Margaret Lake led the call to try again rather than loose the villageHall and a new committee was set up. John was appointed Chairman, Graham Pinnerbecame Secretary & Sue Coleman as Treasurer.In the past two years the hall has gone from strength to strength and is now flourishing.Due to personal pressures John & Margaret havehad to step down. A member of the committee Graham Jones said:Their efforts & leadership have been exemplary and they have been backed by a great team of volunteers.Barbara Rogers, who is over 80, has served thecommittee for many years and is also standing

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Cromer And Sheringham ParkingA fresh opportunity is being given to people living or running businesses in Cromer and Sheringham to give their views on parking in the two towns.A Norfolk County Council survey that ran from early January to 15 February achieved a good response, with return rates of 36% in Cromer and 29% in Sheringham. However, it is being re-opened online to coincidewith other surveys being carried out on behalf of traders and the town councils, and will run until the end of April, so that people will be able to consider the effects of Easter visitors.The survey, which can be found at: https://norfolk.citizenspace.com/consultation/parkingsheringhamcromer/consult_view asks people where they encounter problems, andwhether measures such as pay & display in thetown centres and residents permit parking on residential streets might make things better for businesses and local people.As in most seaside and market towns, on-street parking near the town centres is generally shortstay to ensure a turnover that benefits businessesand their customers.Further out of the town centres, visitors looking for longer term parking can leave their cars on residential streets - avoiding car park charges, but making parking difficult for the people who live there.NCC would like to hear peoples views on the extent of these & other parking problems, and measures that the council could use to improve matters. There are no detailed proposals at this stage, and there will be a further opportunity to comment when street by street proposals have been developed. No measure will be introduced on a road or street unless there is local support.Since 2011 the NCC has been responsible foron-street parking and enforcement, which inSheringham & Cromer is carried out through the Norfolk Parking Partnership by Civil Enforcement Officers employed by the Borough Council of Kings Lynn & West Norfolk.

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Dear Editor,I am writing to say a very big thank you for yourrecent support in my efforts to raise money for the Norfolk Heart Trust following my spell in hospital last year. With four events planned I hoped to raise1,000 between 14th Feb & 8th March.On Valentines Day with a chip & quiz nightthe target was 200. This I exceeded and we raised 307! Next a Concert with Taverham band on Sunday March 1st, I hoped to make my overall target with a bit of luck and Iraised just over 800 on the day. I have collected a box from Whites the Butchersin Aylsham which added 10 and my friends One Foot in the Groove through busking in Aylsham Market Place gave me 63.50.Making a total profit of 1,330.46. My grateful thanks to everyone who attended, donated prizesor donated monies to this fantastic total.Yours very sincerely,Hazel Kingswood.

Dear Editor, Due to the high numbers of injured & stray cats being brought into the surgery and the difficultyreuniting these cats with their owners the RSPCAEast Norfolk Branch have kindly sponsored some Free of Charge Microchips for cats. Free of Charge Microchips are available on selected dates & times in April 2015 ONLY and appointments must be pre booked. Cats must be over 6 months of age.For details please contact us on: 01692 407 126Best WishesToll Barn Veterinary CentreDear Editor,

On the 18th March, Nth Norfolk Speakers Clubheld an International Speech & Speech EvaluationContest, which was was well supported.The Speech Contest was chaired by Ann Paynter.and the audience was entertained by contestants who had to deliver a speech with universal appeal.

The eventual winner was Paul Rosier, Above Left, with his speech Sodium Odium.The Speech Evaluation Contest was chaired by Lynne Goddard, with Gillian Beecroft giving thetest speech and the best Speech Evaluation waswon by David Ley, Above Right. The Speakers Club meets alternate Wednesdays at 6.45pm at North Walsham High School.Further info from: www.nnsc.co.uk or contact Gillian 01692 650 250Many thanksKaren Battrick (North Norfolk Speakers Club)

The Skate Park campaign committee expressed its thanks to all those who helped to make the evening such a success and of course all those who attended, and who demonstrated their generosity on the night.Finally, special mention should be made of ourcommittee member Jean Spruce, who again has worked tirelessly to ensure that the success of last years inaugural ball was surpassed.Huw Parker, Cromer Skate Park committee

Dear Editor, A new Guide Dogs group for Sheringham, Cromer & district is appealing for volunteers to plan and support fundraising activities. You can join a growing number of people in your local area who are volunteering to help this National, well loved Charity by giving just one hour of your time. Youll be making a real difference by helping Guide Dogs transform the lives of blind people by enabling them to live a full & independent life. When you become a member of the team youll have the chance to plan and help out at local events which will include such activities as social evenings, quiz nights, collections, and selling Guide Dogs merchandise.

Guide Dogs receives no government support and is funded purely by those who are willingto give time and help to this valuable cause. The Charity plans to hold a coffee morning in the area soon so that everyone interested can meet to shape the groups future but in the meantime if youd like to know more about the new support group please contact Daniel at Guide Dogs on 0118 983 8741 or email: [email protected].

Dear Editor, Norman Lamb took time out on March 20th tohelp About With Friends celebrate the first birthday of their Cromer Community Caf.

Opened last March, the caf offers a meal, or snacks in a warm and friendly environment. About With Friends has a minibus which they useto collect OAPs for a ride into Cromer to enjoy a drink or snack in the caf whilst members run errands for them. The birthday celebrations werepresided over by the Helen Dalton-Hare andmember Dan Shuter gave a speech explaininghow important working at the caf is for him.

Dear Liz King,If John Crump were alive today he would be turning in his grave. The construction of the Cromer skate park, to which he was opposed, has begun and having inspected the site, I can say that contrary to his ignorant assertion that the Meadow would be concreted over, the skate park is surprisingly modest in size. One could argue that all the young people who dedicated so much time and effort to raise the

Easter Bonnets Worn By ManyOn Wednesday March 18th at 2pm a healthy and happy group of ladies turned up for their monthly meeting of the Royal British Legions womens section at the Coronation Hall.

Many of the ladies were sporting their Easter Bonnets including Jean Barber, pictured above with a variety of Easter Bonnets, on left with Debbie Smith, on right.Along with reports on other business there was an interesting talk given by Bryan Dobsworth a Yorkshireman and a celebrated Iris Hybrider.All in all an interesting and informative meeting was enjoyed by all those who were there. PK

150,000 needed to build the park, are not getting very much for their money.I suspect that Mr Crump, up there on his cloud twanging his harp, is having the last laugh.Yours faithfullyPhilip Graham


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Almshouses In PastonRefurbished Historic Almshouse Available to Rent.There are two almshouses in Paston, on the North Norfolk coast. Not many people are aware that these, two very old properties run by a group of trustees, exist.Founded by Sir William Paston (of Paston Letters fame) in 1691, the cottages were originally known as Town Houses. They were for the sole use and benefit of the poor inhabitants of Paston.The majority of almshouse residents today willbe of retirement age, of limited financial meansand usually living within the vicinity of an almshouse charity. Almshouse charities are regulated by the CharityCommission and governed by locally recruited trustees. Residents pay a weekly maintenance contribution, which is similar to rent, but different in law, and less than a commercial rate. Benefactors generally founded almshouse trustsin earlier times to provide for those in need andoften to cater for a particular category of persons. Today there are almshouses for retired fishermen,miners, retail workers and a host of other groups,in addition to the elderly. Some were founded by City Livery Companies, many of which still retain almshouses and there arealso almshouses for families, the disabled and even a few for key workers.One of the Paston alms-houses is currently under-going much needed restoration inside and the gardens are being re-landscaped. This unfurnished cottage will shortly be availableand consists of lounge/dining room, bedroom, kitchen and shower

room, and has car parking space. The trustees are currently looking for a new resident for the cottage. They will have to pay a weekly maintenance charge plus Council Tax, water rates and electricity bills.The successful applicant must be over 60 yearsof age, be able-bodied, a non-smoker, and preferably living in or associated with the parish of Paston, but consideration will be given to anyone in the North Norfolk area.If you or someone you know is interested please contact Christine Damen (Paston Charities Trustee) Tel: 01263 720 973 email: [email protected]

Pictured below: Paston Almshouses in 1991

Big Society Fund The NNDC Big Society Fund Grant Panel has awarded funding totalling 49,000 to eight community projects across North Norfolk.Grant awards included: Southrepps Parish Council (5,372), Ingworth Parish Council (7,500) and Sculthorpe Parish Council (7,500) to improve play provision.A grant of 7,500 was awarded to Wells Town Tennis Club towards improving facilities for allusers of the tennis club. St Andrews Church Hallin Holt will receive a grant of 2,628 towardsnew chairs and 8,000 was awarded to StalhamTown Council towards a community project. If you wish to apply for funding, contact the Council via Sonia Shuter tel. 01263 516 173 or visit: www.northnorfolk.org/bigsocietyfundThe next round of applications closes on 11th May 2015. The Panel will meet on 8th June 2015 to assess the applications.A prospectus is available to applicants which contains comprehensive guidance to support the application process. The grant scheme is open to applications for funds of up to 15,000 to support community projects.

From a painting by a past resident


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Friday 15th - Sunday 17th MayA feast of fun, food, art, music & heritage www.crabandlobsterfestival.co.ukThe 2015 Seafood Trail & Wonderful Wheel Trailare Rolling Out! The Crab & Lobster Festival Food & Art Trails always aim to surprise.Each year sees Cromer & Sheringham eateries offering great seafood dishes, and both Towns are arrayed with a series of uniquely decorated objects which have been generously sponsored by local businesses.So look out for some Wheely Wonderful Ships Wheels this year.. there are 101 wheels to spot!At nearly a meter in circumference these solid

wooden wheels have been a real challenge for the wheel decorators, and there certainly seems to be no lack of of creativity in North Norfolk!Hundreds of people have been working away formany weeks - including professional artists, enthusiasts, families, friends and staff as well as groups such as Cromer Academy, Cromer guides, Sheringham brownies, Colby School, Woodfields School, Cromer Junior School and Sheringham Primary School - and all the Wonderful Wheels will be on display by Good Friday.There are clusters of wheels in the Cromer and Sheringham area, but some have rolled as far as Woodfordes brewery at Woodbastwick. All the places displaying a wheel hope you will also pop in and browse, there are gift & craft shops, cafes & pubs, churches, charity shops, putting greens, book sellers, estate agents, galleries, boutiques, museums, restaurants & many interesting places to visit on the trail.The Food Trail includes 30 different eateries & 30 fun True or False seafood facts. Cafes, chippies, tea rooms, restaurants, pubs, hotels & crab shops are all aiming to offer ataste of seafood, often freshly caught.Combining the two trails is a great way to exploreour towns and the local area, to find out more about our seafood, and to discover some of the very special flavour which this part of North Norfolk has to offer.Trail leaflets are available from Tourist Inform-ation centers and from various points around the towns & nearby villages.You could win a meal for two, or tickets to the fabulous Summer Pier Show by voting online for your favourite wheel at:www.crabandlobsterfestival.co.ukRemember to come back for our Grand Charity Auction on August 30th, you could bag yourself a Wonderful Wheel to take home - and all moniesraised go to help local good causes.

Cromer Skate ParkConstruction work on Cromers new custom designed skate park has begun.

On a grey and misty Tuesday 17th March, thehistoric first turf was cut by Maverick, the specialist skate park development company that won the tender to build the skate park.Chair of the Cromer Skate Park committee Hillel Fridman was in attendance, along with a number of the campaigns younger supporters Pictured Below.

The Cromer Skate Park campaign reached its fundraising target of 150,000 in September last year. Unfortunately, the building work had to be put on hold until after the winter. Now that construction has begun, although progress is still dependent upon prevailing weather conditions, Maverick is confident that the work will be completed by June of this year. Cromer will therefore have its own skate park up and running in good time for the start of the summer season.Nor has the campaign flagged in its commitmentto raising funds to support the new skate park once it is fully operational. Phil Weston of Wet Dog is raffling off a bespoke specialist skateboard worth a staggering 266.50. To see the skateboard and to buy a ticket in the raffle, please visit Wet Dog surf shop on Tucker Street in Cromer.As always, the campaign thanks all those who have supported and who continue to support the campaign. Your input is always welcome. Please contact the committee via any of the following:Website: www.cromerskatepark.co.ukFaceBook: Cromer Skate ParkTwitter: @CromerSkateparkTelephone: 07775 830 907

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Last Week..............Ethel checked into a motel on her 70th birthday and she was a bit lonely. She thought: Ill call one of those men you see advertised in phone books for escorts and sensual massages. She looked through the phone book, found a full page ad for a guy calling himselfTender Tony - a very handsome man with assorted physical skills flexingin the photo. He had all the right muscles in all the right places, thick wavy hair, long powerful legs, dazzling smile, six pack abs and she felt quite certain she could bounce a sixpence off his well oiled butt... She figured, what the heck, nobody will ever know. Ill give him a call...Good evening, maam, how may I help you?Oh my, he sounded sooo sexy!

Afraid she would lose her nerve if she hesitated, she rushed right in:Hi, I hear you give a great massage. Id like you to come to my motelroom and give me one. No, wait, I should be straight with you. Im in town all alone and what I really want is sex. I want it hot, and I wantit now.Bring implements, toys, rubber, leather, whips, everything youve got in your bag of tricks. Well go hot and heavy all night tie me up, cover me in chocolate syrup & whipped cream, anything and everything, Im ready!! Now, how does that sound?He said:

That sounds absolutely fantastic, but you need to press 9 for an outside line.

Thanks to Julie Green for this.


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Dots Birthday

Trimingham Lunch Club enjoyed a chicken casserole with a selection of desserts including Dots famous trifle, popular at all the lunches. Dot celebrated her Birthday by making the trifle and preparing potatoes and the diners showed their appreciation by presenting her with a beautiful bouquet. LK.

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Book ChoiceThe Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd.

This book is based on the life Sarah Grimke, thedaughter of a wealthy family living in Charlestonin South Carolina in the early 19th century, Sarah& her sister Angelina were famous Abolitionistsand feminine thinkers. Sarah was the first womanto write a comprehensive feminist manifesto andAngelina the first woman to speak before a legeslative body. When Sarah was eleven years old she was given,as a ribbon wrapped birthday gift, a young slavegirl called Handful to be her personal maid. This fictionalised book runs the lives of the twogirls in parallel. Sarah tried to teach Handful to read, but they were both severely punished for this and Sarah was not allowed to follow her ambitions to study law.The book portrays the inhuman treatment inflictedon the slaves including the cruel punishments they endured, such as the treadmill and the one-legged punishment. Sue Monk Kidd in the appendix to her book recordsher feeling when looking at an inventory of thegoods & chattels in John Grimkes house afterhis death in 1819 to find the names, ages, rolesand appraised values of 17 slaves, recorded between the Brussels carpet and eleven yards of cotton flax.The book portays the world of 19th century South Carolina in great detail especially the struggles Sarah has in her personal life, and her long crusade for the rights of women and her battle for the abolition of slavery. It is a thought provoking and satisfying book.

From Sidestrand Book Group

Gimingham Panto Crab Tales Readers might be interested to see this photo of the last Gimingham panto which was held in the village Hall about half a century ago.

This show was also a version of Cinderella. It was produced by the Revd. Garth Norman and features mainly young people from the Youth Club of that time.The photo below is of the present production team for comparison. Were generally a bit older but still game enough, we hope, to put on a good show!

See the next issue of the Crab Tales for a review and pictures of this years Panto Cinderella-on-a-Shoestring.

Thanks to Roger Burford for this.

Take A Selfie..... ..and celebrate Norfolks Great Big ReadSelfies, blog posts & film clips are just a few ofthe ways people can share their favourite book with others as part of Norfolks Great Big Read.NCCs Library & Information Service is invitingpeople to take a selfie with their favourite book,write book reviews & send them to the Norfolk Loves Books blog, as part of Norfolks Great Big Read that started on the 23rd of March.Every County Council library in Norfolk is taking part in the campaign, which ends on Saturday 25th April, and is aimed at getting everybody to borrow a book, read it and share a love of reading.The Norfolk Loves Books blog, supported byJarrolds, will be a one-stop shop for informationthroughout Norfolks Great Big Read. It will include details of Community Reads arranged to encourage as many people as possible to read the same book & share their thoughts. Shared Reading sessions, for people to share stories & poems and discuss them in a friendly group setting, will also be held at libraries around the county.World Book Night on Thursday 23rd April will bring the event to a close with a Murder Mystery evening at the Norfolk & Norwich Millennium Library from 6pm - 7.30pm. For more information email:[email protected] information on how to share your photos, film clips or book reviews visit: norfolklovesbooks.wordpress.comIts free to join the library and free to borrow books, ebooks & magazines. DVDs, console games and CDs can also be borrowed at reasonable prices. For more information about library services visit www.norfolk.gov.uk/libraries or Facebook.com/norfolklibrariesuk or Twitter.com/norfolklibs

Isla At SplashOn Wednesday March 18th I went along to take some photos of a local star.

Isla Rush aged 16 is competing in the Track, Road and Time Trails in cycling. As a pupil of Sheringham High School she is currently ranked 10th in the country of her age group.In support of Isla, North Norfolk District Councilare giving her free use of the gym and pool at the Splash Leisure and Fitness Centre.You cannot but admire her approach to the campaign of continuing to gain records in this demanding field. I wish Isla all the very best, as she is a great young lady. PK.


Saffron InsuranceCelebrationOn April 2nd Saffron Insurance celebrated its second anniversary of its branch opening in Cromers Bond Street.

Will Howett & his team would like to thank all the clients that have taken out insurance at their Bond Street office and welcome all new clients to call in for a chat and quotation. Over the last two yearsthe business has grown considerably providing expert advice and com-petitive prices for home, motor and commercial insurances. This growth has seen two highly experienced insurance

professionals added to the team: Jon Glover and Steve Crowe will add their vast insurance knowledge and experience to the teams expertise. The team also recently badefarewell to Peter Farrow, who has worked in the

Above: Left - Right Toby Farrow, John Glover, Tracey Howett & Will Howett.

On Right: Steve Crowe.

Cromer area for many years and wewish him a long & happy retirement.

If you need any insurance quotes for your home, motor or commercial insurance do pop in and see Will, Tracey, Toby, Jon and Steve at their Bond Street office in Cromer and they would be delighted to offer you independent insurance advice.


Above: Work by Anton ToddAnton is a self-taught potter developing pieces of work based around his love of the sea in all weathers and his fascination with harbours, theboats they shelter and the buildings that nestle around them. Anton finds inspiration in rock formations, waves in water and anything else naturaland sometimes mechanical, seeing ideas in almost anything. All of his work is based on places he has been and seen. Anton moved to the Norfolk coastin 2013 and as well as being able to see the sea from his house, collects driftwood which has become a major source of inspiration and now forms the basis of much of his work. In addition to the Norfolk coast, much of Antonsinspiration comes from childhood holidays spent in Devon and Cornwall.

Pier Of The Year!Cromer Pier has been voted Pier Of The Year 2015 by members of the National Piers Society. Worthing Pier took second place with the piers at Eastbourne and Llandudno tying for third. Cromer Pier is in its 114th year. It was designedby John James Webster (1845-1914). Initially a toll of 2d (1p) was levied, rising to 4dwhen concerts were given on the bandstand. In due course this was roofed over & converted into a roller skating rink. But by 1921 it had become a fully-fledged theatre and welcomed its first concert party, the Rolling Stones. Astonishingly the Pavilion Theatre has survivedever since and is now home to the UKs last surviving End Of The Pier show, which is produced by Openwide Coastal and runs twice daily for 13 weeks in the summer and 4 weeks at Christmas. Such is its popularity that the theatres auditorium has had to be enlarged. Only four other pier theatres survive in the UK.Cromer Pier is picturesquely situated below theVictorian splendour of the Hotel de Paris, whereOscar Wilde stayed in 1892 and Stephen Fry worked as a waiter in the 1970s. Children love to fish for crabs from its decks and an RNLI lifeboat station at the pier head contains a museum and shop. The pier has been used in films such as Alan Partridge: Alpha Papa, and will feature in a forthcoming BBC drama series Partners In Crime, starring David Walliams and Jessica (Call The Midwife) Raine. The pier sustained severe damage in the winter storms of 2013, forcing the Pavilion Theatre to cancel nearly 2 weeks performances. Both the Box Office and Restaurant were destroyed and repairs are still taking place. The National Piers Societys President Gavin Henderson commented:Theres No Business like Show Business, and Cromer Pier proves it! Congratulations to all concerned. Tom FitzPatrick, Leader of North Norfolk District Council, which owns the pier, said: This is a fantastic reward for the significant investment in repairs and refurbishment that has enabled us to return Cromers iconic landmark to its former glory.For further information visit the piers website www.cromer-pier.com or contact Jo Artherton, Pier Manager, on 01263 512 495 or Anthony Wills, Media Relations Officer, National Piers Society, on 020 7586 5154 or email [email protected] The Pier Of The Year competition was inaugurated in 1996 (the Year Of The Pier). Every year individual members of the National Piers Society are invited to nominate the pier which they feel most deserving of the award. The only conditions are that closed piers and piers which have won the award in the last five years are not eligible. Last years winner was Penarth.

Maytime Medleyat Thorpe Market ChurchScintillating work by local artists will be on display in St. Margarets Church from 11am - 4pm on Saturday 1st May & Monday 3rd May and from 12pm - 5pm on Sunday 2nd May. Admission is free & refreshments are available.St. Margarets Church Thorpe Market has hosteda plethora of exhibitions over a number of years. The purpose-made screens offer a run of over 80ft. in either natural daylight or with the modern lighting system. The building and its facilities, for both the performing and visual arts, is freely available for the wider community to use. Enquirieswww.thorpemarket.org.ukMaytime Melody features three local artist who work in a variety of mediums.

Above: Work by Rosalie GibbLocal artist, photographer, designer and writerRosalie Gibb nee Osborne, born in Gimingham,returned to North Norfolk a few years ago afterhaving lived in Kent for many years, also returning to her love of art as another expression of her creative talents. Rosalies art covers diverse subjects, from her love of boats & the coast to landscapes,particularly big skies, flowers and fauna, trains and the odd lighthouse.Rosalie uses different mediums and techniques, with watercolours being the favourite. She will also be exhibiting some of her photographs, also covering a wide range of subjects.

Above: Work by Maureen HowsonMaureen obtained GCE art at school and was expected to go on to Art College.........but the lure of earning a living in the City of London took over! Maureen started painting again when she movedto North Norfolk in 1993, using various mediums, the favourite being pastels. Maureen particularly enjoys painting animals and has been fortunate enough to have hadseveral commissions painting peoples pets. Maureen has no particular favourite painting style but enjoys all aspects of art and has soldseveral paintings at an Ipswich gallery and the Dedham Art Gallery.

Above: The display area in the Church.The Village Library will also be available to borrow, exchange or purchase from a good selection of clean used books. The wild flowers in the conservation church-yard will be approaching their best.

Above & Below: The Church during one of the Snowdrop Sundays exhibitions

From Petes Pen


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Quick-play Chess At Wide Sky Aylsham FestivalAylsham chess players David Owen and Jonathan Reeve are again organising a chess tournament as part of this years Wide Sky Aylsham Festival. The tournament is being held on Saturday 23rd May (from 11am to 4pm) and will hopefully build on last years successful event. Aylsham & District Ex-Service & Social Club are kindly providing the venue.David and Jonathan hope that the event will encourage new and returning adult players to take part in a not too serious competition. The tournament is open to chess players with an ECF (English Chess Federation) grade of up to 170 or no grade at all.The tournament will consist of 5 rounds of 40 minute games. There is a 12.50 entry fee (15 after 1st May) which pays for a light buffet and gives competitors the chance to win one of several trophies.

David and Jonathan are members of Broadland Chess Club. The tournament will raise funds to support The Wide Sky Aylsham Festival www.aylshamfestival.co.uk and Broadland Chess Clubhttps://sites.google.com/site/broadlandchessclub/ Further details of the chess tournament can beobtained by phoning or e-mailing:David Owen : 01263 731 327 e-mail: [email protected] Jonathan Reeve : 01263-733 744 e-mail: [email protected]

Above: left to right : David Owen (Broadland Chess Club member), Jonathan Reeve

(Broadland Chess Club member), Sue Sharpe (Aylsham Festival Director) & Richard Preston

(Aylsham Festival Volunteer).

Pam MaloneAfter 16 years as Chairperson of the Coronation Hall Mundesley, Mrs Pam Malone handed over the duties to Mr Ken Bragger at the Halls annual A.G.M held on Tuesday the 17th of March. Pam thanked all who had been on the Committee both past and present, all those who use the Hall and the Caretaker Mr Clive Braithwaite.She was then thanked for all her hard work and commitment over the years and presented with a framed picture showing a range of events that had taken place in the hall during her time in the chair. These included the Mundesley Festival held at thebeginning of August each year, various performancesby the Mundesley Players, the annual Pantomime in February, Village Cinema each month, sports, sales and meetings. Those attending the meeting then enjoyed Tea and Cake and a glass of Sherry.

When I Was At..........the checkout and ready to pay for my groceries the cashier said:Strip down, facing me.Making a mental note so that I could complain to my local MP about this security rubbish, I did just as she had instructed.After the shrieking and hysterical remarks finally subsided, I found out that she was referring to how I should position my credit card.Nonetheless, Ive been asked to shop elsewhere in the future.They need to make their instructions a lot clearer for pensioners.I hate this getting older stuff.

Thanks to Russell Sparkes for this.


CharitiesWaitrose in North Walsham supports three localcharitable projects each month, with customers voting for the charity of their choice with their green discs (received after paying at the tills) dictating how the 1000 Waitrose donates each month is divided between local good causes.During April the projects due to receive theirshare of the 1000 are as follows: 1) The Federation of North Walsham Junior, Infant School and Nursery.2) Antingham and Southrepps Primary School PTA.

3) Sidestrand Hall Special needs School.See the next issue of the Crab Tales for reports on these donations.

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The Deprivation Of Liberty Safe-guardsPart 2 What is Deprivation of Liberty?By Victoria Wells Solicitor with Hayes + StorrIn my previous article I considered the purpose of and procedure for obtaining Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) authorisation. This is required by hospitals & care homes whenthey consider it necessary to deprive someone oftheir liberty in order to provide the necessary care.It can only be applied to someone who has a mental health condition (including dementia) which prevents them from making decisions about their care or treatment.The Mental Capacity Act 2005 sets out the test for whether someone lacks mental capacity to make decisions as being if they cannot do one or more of the following:1: Understand information given to them.2: Retain that information long enough to be able to make a decision.3: Weigh up the information available and understand the consequences of the decision4: Communicate their decision, by any possible means.

But what exactly does deprivation of liberty mean? A Supreme Court case recently providedthe following definition the person is under continuous supervision and control and is not free to leave, and that person lacks capacity to consent to these arrangements It is not relevant whether they actually object or not to the arrangements for their care. Other cases have provided the following examples of situations & decisions which may amount to a deprivation of liberty:

Restraint of a person in order to admit them to hospital. Medication being given against a persons will, in particular to sedate them. Complete control over a patients care or movements for an extended period of time. Restrictions on where they may live, against their wishes or that of a family member Refusal to release a patient into the care of others. Restriction of a persons access to their family and friends. Restriction of their movements within a care setting, including the locking of doors. Restraint being used when giving care or treatment. One-to-one supervision. The use of bedrails and wheelchair straps.

A deprivation of liberty can consist of one majordecision by the care provider, such as restraint or not being able to leave the care setting, or several smaller decisions, combined. Ultimately it is the amount of control that the careprovider has over the person that will decide whether there is a deprivation of liberty, and each case has to be looked at individually.

The Supreme Court has observed that there have been far fewer applications for DoLS authorisations than was envisaged when the legislation came in. However, it appears that care homes in particularare increasingly applying for a DoLS authorisationwhenever they have a client who lacks capacityto make decisions about their care & treatment. This may be in part to protect, quite understandably, their own legal position, but should hopefully as well provide the intended safeguards for the vulnerable person. If you have a loved one in a care home or other care setting, it may be worth checking whether a DoLS authorisation is in place, in case you have not been made aware of this.This article aims to supply general information, but it is not intended to constitute advice. Every effort ismade to ensure that the law referred to is correct at the date of publication and to avoid any statement which may mislead. However no duty of care is assumed to any person and no liability is accepted for any omission or inaccuracy. Always seek our specific advice.

If you require advice on this matter please contact our Private Client Team here at Hayes + Storr on 01263 825 959. If you require advice on any other legal matter please telephone our office or email: [email protected]


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The District Council is seeking your views for site of proposed community sports pitch facility.Four sites have been identified as a potential home for a proposed community outdoor sports facility in Cromer.The Council recognises that Cromercurrently has a lack of outdoor sportspitch facilities & is seeking to explorethe potential for a number of sport clubs in the area to share facilities including pitches, clubhouse and changing rooms. In the long-term, better equipped & more modern facilities would give local clubs the ability to expand & encourage greater participation in sport.To provide such a facility, the Council has identified 4 areas of land, well related to the town with the potential for development. The consultation exercise will enable the NNDC to reduce this to one or two of the sites which will be the subject of detailed investigation in terms of possible development costs. Proceeds of any sale of the Cabbell Park site, the current home of the Cromer Town and Cromer Youth Football Club, will be committed

towards the provision of the new facility.The initial appraisal of the four sites has been completed against a number of criteria including landscape impact, ground levels, relationship with adjoining land uses and accessibility.North Norfolk District Council Leader, Tom FitzPatrick, said: This consultation exercise is a good opportunity for the people of Cromer to help identify where would be the best place for us to consider building a much-needed outdoor sports facility for the community to use and enjoy. We know that such a facility would be a huge asset to the town, and I am delighted to see progress being made to make it happen.Comments are invited from local parish & town councils, sports clubsand members of the wider public.Comments can be submitted:Online via the Councils website.In writing to the Planning Policy Team, NNDC, Holt Road, Cromer NR27 9EN.By email to: [email protected] closing date for comments is Friday 17th April 2015.

The NNDC Is Seeking Views

I have had another dig into the archives that might interest your Crab Tales readers. I bet none of the fishermen in the recent Sea Angling Contest in Nth Norfolk caught anything like these two specimens :-

October 30th, 1731 'A large sturgeon, taken in a poor

fisherman's net at Sherringham, wasbrought to Norwich, being 12 feetlong and 9 feet in girth, the liver weighed five and a half stone' April 30th, 1810 'A very rare and curious

fish, called the Opah, or King Fish, was found on Mundesley beach.' I attach illustrations of both of these fish for you, taken from Wikipedia in case any more crop up!

Thanks to Bob Wilkinsonfor this.

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AylshamBridge Club 7pm Fri 7.15pm t: 761 308Broadland Junior Chess 8.30am term-time Sat. t: 735 740 Country Market each Friday 8.50-noonCricket Club indoor Sun 3-5pm t: 510 102 Evening WI 7.30pm 1st Thurs Town Hall.Extend Over 60s Exercise Fridays Jubilee Family Centre t: 01692 407 851 Farmers Market 9am-1pm 1st & 3rd Sat. F.I.T. group 2nd & 4th Weds t: 731 177Flower Club 2nd Wed 7.30pm Town HallFitness Yoga/Pilates Tues & Thurs Friendship Hall t: 01692 538 569 Gym Club Fri 5pm. High School t: 576 609Inspired Gardeners group. 2nd Thurs 10.30 - noon. Methodist Church Hall. t:733 535. Lammas KC Lodge ROAB Tues 8.15pm Sutton School Of Dance, Mill Row.Monday Stall Parish Church 8.30-noon N. N. Mental Health Users & Carers Forum 2nd Weds Jubilee Centre 1- 3.30pm. RBL (Womens) 1st Mon Salvation Army Hall N.N. Speakers Club 7pm alt.Wed High School t: 01692 402 662Scalextric Club Presto Park Weds 7.15pm.t: 01603 754 319 Quaker Meetings Sun 10.30am Peggs YardYoga Tues 7.30pm Peggs Yard. t: 732 426CromerAge Concern Fri 10am The Cottage.Aqua Therapy Classes Mon 11am-12pm Wed 7- 8pm Country Club t: 501 914 Air Training Corps 7pm Mon & Thurs, High School t: 515 452Baptist Church 1st & 3rd Sat Coffee morning t: 576 524 Bridge (Duplicate) Mon 7pm t: 822 778C.A.B. Appointments: t : 01692 405 847Christian Fellowship Sun 10.30am former Gospel Hall t: 838 180Cromer Orchestra meets 7-9pm The Belfry Arts Centre. Overstrand. t: 511 600Cromer Forum 1st Tues 7.30pm Methodist Church New Hall t: 515138Diabetes UK 4thThurs 7.30pm Methodist Church Hall. t: 01692 405 492 Elderberries Badminton 3-5pm Mon & Fri Cromer sports hall. t: 761 142 Elderberries Short Mat Bowls 3-5pm Mon & Fri Cromer sports hall. t: 511 2461st Suffield Park Guides 7pm.Weds. info: www.girlguiding.org.uk/get_involved.aspx Flower Club 7.20pm 3rd Mon Junior School. t: 513 408Folk Dance Club 7.30pm Tues Community Hall t: 578 224Garden Society 7.30pm 2nd Weds Community Hall t: 514 399Hockey Club Mon under16 6.30pm Adults 7.15pm Sports Centre t: 01692 404 440Korean Martial Arts t: 07765 282 981Lip reading classes Thurs 10 - 12noon Methodist Church Rooms t: 0344 800 8002.N & N Assoc.for Blind 9.30-1pm Tues Merchants Place. N.N. Mencap Society Thurs 1pm Merchants Place. t: 578 116Parkinsons Disease Society 10.30am 2nd Wed of month St. John Hall, Bond St.R.E.M.E. 2pm. 1st Wed Halsey Hse t: 512 450RBL 2pm 1st Wed. The Cottage t:510 146RBL Womens Section 2.30pm 1st Thurs Sing for Joy Singing Group Thurs 10am. Community Centre. t: 570 117St John Ambulance Adults Tues 7.30pm Cadets Tues 5.45pm St John Hall, Bond St. Sea Scouts Beavers Fri 5.30pm. Cubs Weds 6.30pm.Scouts Fri 7.15pm. t: 514 562 Tabletop/Craft Sale Sat 10am-4pm Parish Hall. t:649 441 t: 649 441Taekwondo Sports Centre. t: 711 824

Tennis Club Sun, Weds & Fri t:513 741 The One Oclock Club over 60s.1-2pm Thurs. Barkers Herne. W.I. 2nd Thurs 2 pm, Garden St.Overstrand Acorns Parent & Toddler Group 1.30 -3pm Thurs (term-time) Belfry School. t: 579 275. Gardening Club 2.30pm 1st Tues Parish Hall t: 576 437Carpet Bowls 2.30pm Thurs. Parish Hall t: 833 369 Railway Quilters & Craft Group 2nd & 4th Tues.10-12 Parish Hall t: 576 986 Strand Club 2nd Wed of month (except Aug) 2.30pm The Pavilion t: 407 851 W.I. 3rd Wed 7.30pm Parish Hall t: 834 242 MundesleyBadminton Tues & Fri am: Coronation Hall. Tel: 722 835 Bowls Pavilion Bingo: Sun 7.30pm, Whist Drive: Tues, Wed & Fri 1.45pm t: 721 815Cafe Church 1st Weds 10.30am Church Rooms. Carpet Bowls Mon 1.30pm Coronation Hall t: 722 054 Come & Meet Club 3rd Weds 11am. Royal Hotel, Coffee Bar t:720 558. Community Choir Tues 7.30pm Methodist Church t: 722 022 Craft Club 10am - 12pm 1st & 3rd Mon Coronation Hall. t 720 549 Creative Writing Group 1st Fri 2.15-4.15pm Library t:720 702Knit & Natter Tues 4-5pm Library t:720 702 Library Mon & Sat:10-1pm,Tues 2-5.30pm Fri 10-1pm & 2-6.30pm. t: 720 702Luncheon Club for over 60s & disabled. Mon &Thurs 12-2pm Free Church t :721 984 MADRA t: 07734 689 978Methodist Church Sun worship 10.30am RBL 4th Weds Haig Club. t: 722 238 RBL Womens 3rd Weds 1.45pm Coronation Hall t:721 021Scrabble Club Fridays t: 720 663Table Tennis Club Thurs 7pm Coronation Hall. t: 722 930 or 07828 175 493 Village Cinema 7.30pm Coronation Hall 2nd Tues Info: www.mundesley.org/film W.I. 2nd Mon 7pm Church Rooms t: 720 744 North WalshamAgeUK 4th Thurs 10 - noon Drop in for info& advice. Library t: 01692 402 482Animal Magic Dog Club t: Kathy 720 730 Bipolar Self Help Group 3rd Thurs 2pm Saddlers Shop t: 0854 434 9872 Charity Bingo Weds 8pm Community Centre.t: 01692 407 214 Chess Club 7.30 Mon. Orchard Garden Pub. All abilities. t: 01692 404 649Extend Over 60s Exercise Mon. Methodist Church Hall t: 01692 407 851Judo Tues from 7pm. Millfield Primary School. t: Hazel: 579 345 Lions Club 7.30pm 1st Mon. Community Centre. t: 01692 400 702N.N. Speakers Club 7pm alt. Weds. High School t: Gillian :01692 650 250 Parkinson Support Group 2nd Tues 10:30am Sacred Heart Church Hall. t:01692 406 486 Quaker Meetings Sun 10.30am Meeting House, Mundesley Rd. near Swafield.RAFA 7.30pm First Tues. Bluebell InnReading 4 U 3rd Wed 9.45am St.Johns Hall t: 768 164Short & Sweet book group 1-2pm Tues every 3 weeks in Library. t: 01692 402 482 Spiritualist Centre Sun: 6.30-8pm St Johns Ambulance Hall. The Wheel of Light 1st Thurs 7.30pm Orchard Gardens Pub. t: 721 484Victory Explorers Weds evenings 14 - 18 yrs t: 01692 406415

Walsham Writers Group : www.walshamwritersgroup.com Weavers Morris Dancers Wed 7.45pm St Nicholas Room t: 01692 404 447Sheringham Beetle Drive 3rd Tues.7.30pm St.Josephs Church Bridge The Morley. Duplicates Thurs 7pm Beginners Fri 2pm t: 822 087Bounce & Rhyme under 5s & parents/carers.Tues 10.15-10.45am : Library. t: 822 874CAB. YESU,Thurs 10-2pm t: 01692 402 570Chess. All ages & abilities. 7.30 Fri. Morley Club. t: 576 575. Christian Spiritualist Church Tues 7.30pm Oddfellows Hall t 513 067 English Country Dancing Mons 7.30pm Methodist Church Hall t: 01692 404 447 Evening W.I. 2nd Mon. St. Josephs Church Hall t: 823 889Gingerbread Fri pm. Friends Meeting Hse t: 0785 9364 702 Harry Upcher Lodge ROAB Mon 8.15pm Tyneside Club. Hearing Aid Clinic 10-12pm 1st Mon. Age Concern.Ladies Fellowship 7.30pm 2nd Tues Salvation Army. Lip reading classes Thurs 1.30 - 3.30pm Health Centre t: 0344 800 8002 MS meetings 7-9pm 1st & 3rd Wed. Robin Hood Pub, t: 823 392Morris Dancing. Oddfellows Hall. Weds 7.30pm t: 837 693Old Shannocks 2.15pm last Wed of month Community Rooms. Quaker Meetings Sun 10.30am Cremer St. R.A.F.A. 4th Tues of month. t: 837 229Saturday Super Sale First Sat 9-11am. Salvation Army Hall. Sheringham & Cromer Lions Club 2nd & 4th Tues.The Morley Club. t: 821 276 Sheringham Singers Ladies Choir Tues 2-4pm Lighthouse Community Church t: 768 126 Sheringham Voyager 2pm 1st & 3rd Thurs Community Centre t: 01692 500 550 Sheringham Youth Choir 11-18yrs.Weds 7pm (term time) Baptist ChurchThe Fellowship Choir 10-11.30am Mon St. Andrews Church. t:761 482The Runtons Bingo Sun & Wed 7.30pm Bernies Social Club East Runton NN Amateur Radio Group 7- 9.30pm 2nd Thurs East Runton village hall t: 519 485 N.N. Chess Club Fri 7.30pm. W. Runton Social Club t: 823 814Philatelic Society 2nd Mon 7.30pm West Runton Church Hall.Cromer & Sheringham Probus Club 12.30pm 1st Tues, Links Hotel t:824 306 Rotary Club Weds 6pm except 5th Weds Dormy House W.Runton, t: 578 194 Sequence Dancing Mon 7.30-10pm E. Runton Village Hall.t:01692 403 071West Runton Scouts info : 712 288W.I. 2.15pm 2nd Wed. W. Runton Church HallTrimingham All at Pilgrim Shelter. Free ParkingWhist Mon & Thurs 1 for1.15pm deal 1.50 incl. Raffle & Refreshments. t: Liz 834 965Yoga Mon 7.30pm 4 t: Linda 834 349Slimming Club Tues 2pm t: Val 579 797Computer Class Thurs 11am 6 t: Liz 834 965 Elsewhere:1st Suffield Park Guides Weds evenings www.girlguiding.org.uk/get_involved.aspx Acol Bridge Club Tues 2pm. All abilities.Weybourne Village Hall. t:515 588Badminton Thurs. Gresham Village Hall t: 07917 596 797

Beachcombers Dining Club 1st Mon 7pm: The Feathers Hotel, Holt. t: Hazel 838 566 Cash Bingo Tues 8pm Aldborough community centre. Cantamus Choir 7.30pm Thurs. Southrepps Church. t: 07785 782 498.Crazee Kidz Club 7pm 2nd & 4th Fri. term time. Roughton Village Hall 7-16yrs. t:768 138 Cromer & Sheringham Brass Band 7.45pm Thurs Upper Sheringham Village Hall t:733 638 Cromer Air Rifle Club 9am -noon Sundays Near Sheringham. t: 570 223Extend exercise for over 60s Mon 2.30pm Northrepps Village Hall t:768 159Farmers Market 1st Sun 9.30am - 12.30pm Aldborough Community Hall t: 768 766Fit Together Health Walks t: 07766 259 999 Fit Together Tea Dance Tues 2-4pm Briston Copeman Centre - 2 Info: 07766 259 999 Greenfingers Gardening Club 7.30pm 1st Thurs Jubilee Hall, Banningham t: 761 620 Gym Club Thurs 5-8pm Northrepps Village Hall t: 576 609 Knapton Ladies Club 3rd Mon 7.30pm Village Hall t:720 908. 1st Tues Womens Own Methodist Church t: 721 439 MS Group Mon 10-2pm Southrepps Village Hall t: 823 392 Minni-House Club 2-4pm 2nd Thurs. Bodham Village Hall. t: 826 970 Nordic Walking Tues & Thurs 11am t: 07825 773 368Norfolk Dixieland Jazz Band 1.30pm 1st SunGoat Inn,Skeyton.Free. t: 01692 538 600. Norfolk Submariners 1st Wed 12noon Kings Head, Horsham St Faith t: 511 758N.N. Minni House Club 2nd Thurs 2-4pm (except Aug) Bodham Village Hall t: 826 970. N. Walsham Cage Bird Club 8pm 3rd Tues Felmingham Village Hall. t: 01692 404 750 Northrepps Pre-School Mon-Fri Term-time t:579 396 Northrepps R.B.L. 1st Mon. 2nd.Mon. BHs. 7.30pm. Northrepps Cottage t: 579 633. Nth Norfolk Model Engineering Club 1st Fri 7.30pm High Kelling Social Centre Prize Bingo 7.30pm 1st & 3rd Fri Gimingham Village HallRoughton & District WI. 2nd weds of month. 7.30pm Roughton Village Hall t: 768 106. Roughton Under 5s Playgroup t:07553 456 083Rubys Prize Bingo. 1st Sat of month 7.30pm. Lower Southrepps Social Club Seniors Swimming Mon & Weds am., Fri pm. Greshams Swimming Pool, Holt. t: 711 123 Suffield Park Bowls Club. Whist Drives Tues 2.15pm. Fri twice monthly 7.30pm.Traditional Catholic Latin Mass 4th. Sun 5.30pm Mission Rooms Horsham St. Faiths (opp. Parish Church) t: 01603 788 873 Trunch Bumbles Pre-school t: 720 931 Trunch Friends 2nd Tues 2pm Trunch Village Hall t:721 570Trunch Methodist Church 1st Sat 10am - noon. Coffee Morning. Stalls Cakes t: 720 145 Weybourne Folk Club 3rd Sun 3-6pm Maltings Hotel, Weybourne.t:588 781 Woodlands Pre-School Mon am, Tues - Fri 9am-3pm t: 834 148

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Wednesday 8th April10:30am : Northrepps Cottage Car Park Fit Together Walk ~ Northrepps ~ Approx. 3 miles Arrive 20 mins early if new. Info: 07766 2599 99.Wednesday 8th April 7.30pm: Roughton Village Hall. Roughton & District W.I. ~ Talk about meditation and its use in promoting Health & Wellbeing. Friday 10th April 9.30am - 2.30pm: St John Ambulance Hall, Cromer.Table Top Sale ~ 5 per table in advance Info or to book please contact: Val Saunders on 722 42710:30am: Priory Maze Car ParkFit Together Walk ~ Beeston Heath - Pretty Corner. Approx. 3 miles. Arrive 20 mins early if new. Info: 07766 2599 99.10:30am: Vicarage St. Car park. Nth WalshamFit Together Walk ~ Nth Walsham Spa Common/Saddlers Wood. Approx. 2.9 miles. Arrive 20mins early if new. Info: 07766 259 999.Saturday 11th April9am - 12pm: Methodist Church Hall, Sheringham Table Top Sale ~ Bric-a-brac, books, Fairtrade Stall, etc, also tea and coffee.9am - midday: Nth Walsham Community centreTable Top Sale ~ double tables available for 5. organised by North Walsham Players. To book tel: 01692 402 11610.30am -2pm : Village Hall, East Ruston.East Ruston Craft Fair ~ Great variety of hand-made crafts & gifts. Refreshments available. Free Admission & Parking7.30pm: St Botolphs Church, TrunchConcert ~ Once upon a Time ~ Trio Intermezzo from Germany. Tabea Goergen-Mahler & Norfolk Winds. Admission by programme on door, 10 (8 concs) Proceeds to St Botolphs Church

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Sunday 12th April from 10am: Next to Woodlands, TriminghamFun Dog Show ~ Free Parking. Judging From 11am For Details, schedules & bookings Tel Liz : 834 965Tuesday 14th April7:30pm: Cromer Parish ChurchPublic Electoral Forum ~ All 5 main parliamentary candidates for N.Norfolk will introduce themselves, address those present & then take questions. All most welcome.Info from T: 578 230.Wednesday 15th April 11am: Playing field car park. Trunch Fit Together Walk ~ Trunch Amble Approx. 2 miles. Arrive 20mins early if new. Info: 07766 259 999.7.30pm: Roughton Village Hall. A Swishing Evening ~ 2nd hand good quality clothing etc. Tickets 3 include nibbles & glass of wine. contact : 01692 403 605. Thurs 16th - Sat 18th April7:30pm: The Auden TheatreNth Norfolk Chamber Opera ~ The Elixir of Love (LElisir dAmore) by Gaetano Donizetti, in English translation by David Parry.Tickets 14, Concs 12 from Auden Theatre Box Office on : 713 444Friday 17th April10:30am: Old Reading Rooms Tea Room. KellingFit Together Walk ~ Kelling/Telegraph Hill. 3 miles. Arrive 20 mins early if new. Info:07766 259 999. From 12 noon: Mundesley Parish HallSoup & Pudding Lunch ~ All freshly made. Come along and enjoy the company.

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Friday 17th April 1:30pm: Kelling Heath Caravan ParkFit Together Walk ~ Kelling Heath. Bookable Introductory Walk Approx. 1 mile. Book this walk on 07766 259 999 by 3pm 16th April.Saturday 18th April10am - 4pm: Parish Hall, Church St. CromerCromer Community ~ Open Day. At 11am & 2pmAndy Boyce will present a slide show: A Walk AroundEdwardian Cromer Cromer & Sheringham Brass Band will provide entertainment during the day.11am - 4pm: Plumstead Church NR11 7LGBook Sale ~ Large selection of 2nd-hand books. Light refreshments available. Fund raising for community of Plumstead. info: 577 7182pm : Honing & Crostwight Village Hall Honing.Flower Arranging Demonstration ~ with David Wright Musical Theatre Tickets 6 incl. refreshments. tel 01692 405 408. Proceeds for St Bartholomews Church, Sloley Flower Festival Fund.Sunday 19th April 4.30pm: Trimingham ChurchSongs Of Praise ~ Sing along with the Seaside Harmonies. For Details Tel Liz : 834 965 Monday 20th April 11am: Playing field car park. TrunchFit Together Walk ~ Trunch Bookable Walk. 1 mile. Book walk on 07766 259 999 by 3pm Fri 17th April.Tuesday 21st April 10:30am: The Lees, Sheringham Fit Together Walk ~ Sheringham to Beeston. Approx. 2.5 miles. Arrive 20 mins early if new. Info:07766 259 999.Wednesday 22nd April2pm: North Walsham LibraryFit Together Walk ~ A Weavers Way/Town walk. Approx. 2 miles. Arrive 20mins early if new. Info: 07766 259 999.

Thursday 23rd April 7pm start: Sheringham Woodfields SchoolQuiz Evening & Pudding Club ~ Book teams on 820 520 Puddings available through the evening. BYO drink & nibbles. Refreshment available.7 for 7.30pm: Cromer Parish ChurchSt. Georges Day Concert ~ Cromer & SheringhamBrass Band, conducted by Jane Bussey. Free entry Retiring collection for band. Info: 512 254 Email: [email protected] 24th April 11am: The Banningham Crown Car ParkFit Together Walk ~ Banningham. 3.75 miles.Arrive 20 mins early if new. Info: 07766 2599 99. 7.30pm: Antingham Village HallQuiz Night ~ 7 p.p. includes Fish & Chip supper. A raffle will be held7.15 for 7.30pm: Erpingham Village HallFilm & Pudding Evening ~ Part of Erpinghams Agincourt season. The classic film Henry V with Laurence Olivier. Battle of the puddings (eating!)in the interval. Tickets for film only: 5 book on: 768 209 or 761 702 or on the night 3 for a bowl & eat as many French or English puddings as you like!Sunday 26th April1.45pm : Erpingham Bowls ClubErpingham Bowls Club ~ 1st Open Tournament of season. 2.50 (includes tea & cake). New members & beginners welcome. t: George 761 577Monday 27th April 10:30am:The Village Inn.W. RuntonFit Together Walk ~ West Runton - Beeston Bump. Approx. 3 miles. Arrive 20 mins early if new. Info: 07766 2599 99.1:30pm The Village Inn.W. RuntonFit Together Walk ~ West Runton Amble. 2 miles. Arrive 20 mins early if new. Info: 07766 2599 99.

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