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On the morning of Monday January 27th, I went along to Cromer Library to watch, listen and learn from both Fiona Davies and Tony Rogers all about the local fishermens Step Dancing. I recall, many years ago now, watching, both Fiona and her late dad Richard step dancing in the pub in Cromer next to the railway station, called Buddies. It was, despite the number of pints enjoyed, a brilliant evening and left me feeling very impressed by their dancing.

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Numerous photographs were on display, supplied by Cromer Museum, of the dancing in local pubs and in Suffolk as well as several short films of step dancers, it looks easier than it is. After an informative talk by Fiona, who has been doing the steps since she was a child, there were dance routines from both Fiona and Chris Gills, who knew all the routines / steps, as both of them are regular dancers. After some time, while the Library was preparing itself for the afternoon, everyone was encouraged to have a go under the helpful guidance of Fiona and Chris.

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From The Editor

So, where are you taking your loved one, out for dinner, on Valentines Day, May I ask? Be assured the I Forgot is simply not good enough these days. You cannot, or should I say You cannot get away with it at all. I do admire Steve from Cromers Trophies & Engraving in West Street, (See front page) and the editorial on Page 11. To expand ones business is such an important venture to take on and this business rightly deserves to expand into its place in the market, as Steve works pretty hard at his trade. So. Yes, I do get my shoes and my boots repaired by the man himself and our keys cut. 10 C, I dream of temperatures, much higher than this and quite a lot warmer than this as well. I am sure Im not alone in this and with a sailing boat moored at Catford Dyke, I sometimes wonder whether I will ever use it again this summer or simply just pay for the mooring? I do feel sorry for those further south from us being flooded but this wind & rain is getting very boring for all of us, wherever we live in the UK.

I did go out to the boat a few weeks ago, and all I felt was freezing cold. Hopefully by the time you read this it will be much warmer, & greatly brighter with a lot more sun than we have been having in recent weeks. May I remind our readers and advertisers that our old email address will soon be closed down. Please this one NOW:

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Dear Editor,
A big thank you to everyone who attended the River Mun community day on Saturday 25th January. We had a fantastic turnout with 170 people attending to learn more about the river and participate in our activities. We also had a great response to our River Guardian volunteering scheme and we are now busy organising the next stage of the project; getting you involved with conserving & improving the Mun. Best wishes, Jonathan Lewis Norfolk Rivers Trust www.norfolkriverstrust.org

and Blakeney. This wasnt what residents asked for when they were calling for help from government after the floods in December. The people living on the coast of Norfolk need to see the damaged flood defences reinstated & improved. I fear that by not reinstating defences other towns and villages will be at risk too. Yours Sincerely, Denise Burke

Dear Editor,
It seems staggering that Januarys cabinet meeting at the NNDC has been cancelled due to a lack of business . Individuals in the Tory administration have said privately that much of the key decision making at the council goes on in these meetings, so Im surprised they have found nothing to talk about at such an important time. Whats worse is that the administration explained on Twitter the decision was made in the middle of December seemingly days after the floods hit the coastal areas of our district. What sort of message does this send out

Dear Editor,
I am writing to you regarding the proposed cuts to the Environment Agency - the people who deal with protecting North Norfolk and other coasts from flooding. Earlier this month I criticised the governments proposals which would see 1,500 jobs go from the organisation. Now we know that because of budget cuts the Environment Agency is considering sacrificing parts of the coast to the sea. Cost cutting measures would allow the sea to come further in-land in Cley, Salthouse,

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to the communities wanting more action on flood defences from both council and the government? The council will also shortly decide where the axe will fall for the next round of budget savings - which includes negotiations over our towns CCTV systems - these meetings should be used to give the public an opportunity to have their say before the final decisions are taken. There is no word on whether allowances will be deducted for the reported shortage of business to deal with. Jono Read Holt

Dear Editor,
COAST - Cromer and Sheringham Arts Festival is looking for artists, musicians and performers who would like to stage an exhibition, performance or event as part of this years Festival from 24th October - 2nd November. Submissions are invited from all disciplines including Film, Art, Literature, Music and Theatre. Full details and submission forms can be found on the COAST website:
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Do you enjoy knitting and want to support charities? Then come along to the first meeting of the Sheringham Norfolk Knitters at Sheringham Library on Tuesday 25th February at 2.30 pm and see if you would like to join us. There are over 1300 Norfolk Knitters with groups all over the county. The Charities we support are the Premature Babies Units of local hospitals, Seafarers, Haven Refuge, The Big C, Hedgehog Rescue, Hillside Animal Sanctuary, International Aid, Asperger Charity, British Legion, Norfolk Hospices and many more.

Hi Philip
I told you that I would send in a photograph of Skye when she was one year old. I have sent a couple as I thought you would need us as well, so people know who she is!

Dear Editor,
Cromer Skate Park committee is very proud to announce the first in a series of fundraising initiatives planned for 2014. The Cromer Skate Park Charity Ball will take place at Northrepps Cottage Country Hotel on the evening of Saturday 22nd March 2014. The ticket price of 35 per person includes a three-course meal plus coffee and the mouthwatering menu features a number of dishes that take advantage of local produce, and vegetarian options are available. Entertainment will be provided by Steve Jolly of Sound Stage Systems, who will be playing music ranging from the 1950s and 1960s up to the present day. There will also be a raffle associated with the event during the evening. Larger groups are most welcome, as tables can accommodate up to twelve people. The ball is a black tie affair and guests are invited to arrive at 7:00pm for 7:45pm. It promises to be a splendid evening, all in aid of providing much-needed facilities for the young people of the area. The committee hopes your readers will support this worthy cause, and looks forward to welcoming them on 22nd March. An information pack with menu and full details is available from:
www.cromerskatepark.co.uk or by email: info@cromerskatepark.co.uk or by telephone: 01263 511 724 or pick up a copy at: Wet Dog, 7 Tucker Street, Cromer

The 18th Camel

There was a father who left 17 camels as an asset for his three sons. When the father passed away, his sons opened up the Will. The Will of the father stated that the eldest son should get 1/2 (half) of total camels while the middle son should be given 1/3rd (one-third) and the youngest son should be given 1/9th (one-ninth) of the total camels. As it was not possible to divide 17 into half or 17 by 3 or 17 by 9, the three sons needed assistance to figure this out. So, the three sons decided to go to a wise man. The wise man read the Will patiently. The wise man, after giving due thought, brought one camel of his own and added the same to 17. That increased the total to 18 camels. Now, he started reading the deceased fathers Will. Half of 18 = 9. So he gave the eldest son 9 camels 1/3rd of 18 = 6. So he gave the middle son 6 camels 1/9th of 18 = 2. So he gave the youngest son 2 camels. Now add this up: 9 plus 6 plus 2 is 17 and this leaves one camel, which the wise man took back! Moral: The attitude of negotiation and problem solving is to find the 18th camel i.e. the common ground. Once a person is able to find the 18th camel the issue is resolved. It is difficult at times. However, to reach a solution, the first step is to believe that there is a solution. If we think that there is no solution, we wont be able to reach any! Thanks to Alan Eatough for this.

She celebrated her first birthday on Saturday 4th January and we had a very nice two day celebration with the Hannah family and the Webb family.

The deadline for ordering tickets is 7th March Cromer Skate Park Committee I hope you put her in your great paper which I am still enjoying very much! Best wishes, Alex & Alex & Skye
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Music was on hand to help everyone get into the rythm of the steps. It is certainly a lovely dance to watch and one that I can see quite a lot of good folk getting into it as a hobby. With local people such as Fiona, Chris and Tony it is not a dance that will be easily forgotten by anyone who goes along to see their routines. I was impressed by how many people, at the end of the session, got up and had a go, with I would suggest a great deal of success.

Well they really did look as though they had picked it up pretty well. Even though I knew I was in for a treat, I had no idea just how much I would enjoy the couple of hours I was there. This is the first time I had ever been to any of the many events held in the Cromer Library and it will definitely not be the last. Readers are encouraged to look at our listings on the Special Events pages as all of our local Libraries have many interesting events during the next two months. Thank you to Fiona Davies and everyone else involved with this event. It was great. PK STOP PRESS: Fiona does all her dancing in her late fathers size 10 boots

Norfolk Rivers Trust.

On Saturday January 25th, along with several hundred others, I went to see the Open Day in Mundesley Coronation Hall, just 80 yards from our front door. Running from 10am to 4pm, it was not only interesting, but very informative to everyone who turned out to see first of all just where the River MUN runs, what was in it and what kind of work was being done to save and help the future of this small, but important river that runs from just South of Northrepps to the sea in Mundesley. I have to admit that I know where the river is but have never heard its name before. After asking Jonathan Lewis, the Catchment Based Approach Officer, who was heading this interesting day, to send me some photos of the event and he also agreed to answer some of my questions. Jonathan firstly thank you for the photos and thank you for answering my questions: Firstly: It has been so far a very popular day in the Coronation Hall in Mundesley. Do you feel you have achieved what you set out to do? Our aim for this event was to generate interest in the river, educate people about the issues the river faces and also inspire people to get involved. Weve certainly met & exceeded our aims as weve had a fantastic response from locals who have shown a genuine interest in the River Mun, including a large number of people who have volunteered their time to help us with future projects. What needs to be done with the long term future of this river and how can people local or otherwise, help the Norfolk Rivers Trust? Local involvement in the River Mun is vital to protect it in the long term. We need local people to help us with a range of work including monitor changes in the river and to get involved with conservation work such as removing invasive species.

Now weve formed a database of local volunteers, we will be focusing on organising future work and projects. Its not to late to sign up for our volunteer projects, just email Jonathan at Norfolk Rivers Trust. jonathan@norfolkriverstrust.org Thank you very much Jonathan for the day, your time and this useful information which readers can be updated on by going to: http://eepurl.com/J6ubj

On Right : Christy and her husband Jonathan Lewis, doing their bit to make the day so successful for all concerned. Having put my name forward to help with their work on the river I will be interested to find out what is involved. (On Left) Dylan, Isabelle and Charlie Valentine about to take a look through the microscope at some of the creatures that have been taken from the river. Isabelle not only works in Mundesley village Post Office but also teaches french I have to say that every one who turned out to this local event seemed to enjoy their day very much. PK

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Panto By The Sea.

Once again Mundesleys yearly Pantomime is being unleashed on the unsuspecting population. This time Cinderella comes to town with the gruesome twosome of her exceedingly plain sisters. Will Cinders go to the ball? Will the pumpkin and two white rodents get her there? Will the transparent footwear fit? What do you think? The only real way to find out is to be there and watch the story unfold. The pantomime is put on by the Friends of Mundesley Lifeboat and runs from the 18th to the 22nd February at the Coronation Hall, in Mundesley. Tickets will be on sale at the Lifeboat Charity shop in the village. Cinderella is a totally local affair. Written by Nigel Holmes, it welcomes back Pat Nearney and Neil Ellson as the not so pretty sisters. Victoria Ing as the put upon Cinderella, plus Sheilah Olley as the ever bootiful Norfolk Fairy. Expect singing, expect dancing, expect laughter. Expect a traditional pantomime with custard pies thrown in. Join in with shouting Its behind you or

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if you feel the urge to boo the baddies, then no one will mind. Oh no they wont. Book your tickets from the Mundesley Lifeboat Charity Shop tel: 722 899 See the Poster on Page19 for details This is always a great show and this years will be no exception. See you there. PK

Savour Our Soup Thank You For On the 25th January the Cromer Community The Music...... Hall welcomed us all in for a cup of soup
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The first entry drawn will win a pair of tickets to the performance. To enter please answer this simple question: Thank You For The Music stars an authentic live tribute to Abba and which other millionselling super group? These lovely and welcoming ladies offered up a selection of different, mouth watering soup to passing shoppers on the day. Three different and tasty soups were being offered up to passing trade by the ladies from the Cromer RNLI. After getting the thumbs up from all the punters enjoying their soup, this event will, hopefully, be repeated again in the near future. The ladies were all on hand to serve up the soup to the passing trade and raise money for the Cromer lifeboat.
Philip Keddell

On Thursday 23rd January, I attended this Public Meeting Heating Or Eating Should Energy Companies Be Renationalised? Having published details in the Crab Tales issue (028) advertising this meeting, which was held at the Community Hall in North Walsham, I decided to go along and find out what was all going on. I am very glad I did attend the meeting, run by Ed Baber of the North Norfolk Trade Council with (From left) Joe Rust from the Labour Party, Alicia Hull Green Party and Mary Littlefield , as Vice Chair of the Norfolk Peoples Assembly. Both the Tories and the Lib Dems were invited, but neither attended, which surely does little to defend their approach to this problem. Each of the three invited guests spoke concisely on the concept of Re-Nationalising all the energy companies that we have supplying their services to us. This was followed by questions from the public who numbered around 30 people, and all the speakers gave clear answers to the problems raised by those in the audience. What came out of the meeting was that the vast majority were against the privatisation of these service companies and how supportive they were of re-nationalising everything we call good companies. These now private companies are leading the present government down the garden path to achieve vast profits and also vast salaries for all their directors. At the expense of their users, you and I. With little more than offering their directors both their salaries and bonuses the idea of nationalising these businesses certainly holds great appeal to everybody I know and those attending the meeting. After a little more than an hour the speakers were all able to answer all the questions raised during the debate, before this interesting meeting closed. Is it possible to nationalise these businesses again the answer must surely be a definite YES. Philip Keddell

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The prize will go to the first entry drawn on Thursday 20th March and will be announced in Issue 033 of the Crab Tales. There is no cash alternative. Usual rules apply. The Editors decision is final.

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Pictures of the different stages of restoration will be posted for viewing in the gallery on our website in the weeks to come. Coupled with this, Boyers can provide roadside breakdown assistance and recovery. For further information Contact Matthew at 01263 515 545 or visit www.boyersbodycentre.co.uk

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Off To A Flying Start

This years Crab & Lobster Festival was off to a flying start, with a reception at the Cliftonville Hotel on January 30th. Around 140 souls turned out to hear Tony Shipp MBE, explaining everything that was happening this year. Hilary Cox, from Cromer, along with Noel Gant representing Sheringham, told us about all the events planned for Cromers Evington Lawns on Saturday 17th May and Noel then explained what was happening the next day in Sheringham on May 18th. After some healthy details provided by these three and some wonderful food given out by the helpful staff of the Cliftonville, awards funded by last years auction were given out to numerous worthy organisations, including (L-R Below) Josef Gasse - Joope & Adam Spruce representing Cromer Skateboard Park, which is still being planned.

The Skateboard park collected a cheque of 500 given out by Hilary & Noel. (Above) Hilary and the fund receivers on the Hotels stairs. (Pictured Below) Hilary Cox, dressed and looking wonderful for the event.

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It was indeed a great evening, enjoyed by everyone involved in this event every year. Philip Keddell.

Hand in your Entry, with your name & where you found the cod and the page number please, to: K. Hardware in Cromer, or post it to: The CRABTALES 30 West St. Cromer. NR27 9DS before the next issue comes out. The first entry out of the hat wins ! Congratulations to Mrs A. Evans, from West Runton, who found the cod in the Saracens Head advert. on Page 7 & to Erin Kelly OConnor, from Norwich, who spotted the Crab on page 5 in the Cromer Curtains & Linens advert.

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Bucking The Trend

Against the backdrop of difficult financial times, one of Cromers local businesses is bucking the trend and embarking on ambitious expansion plans.

Cromer Trophies & Engraving Ltd have been established since 1994, and have steadily grown since then, moving to their current premises in 2001. Company Director Steven Burbidge takes up the story. When we moved to our current premises in 2001, the space seemed enormous it felt like we had all the room wed ever need. However, this all started to change as early as 2002. This was when we purchased our first computerised engraving machine. Suddenly we had the capability to engrave almost anything, in any font, and also to do logos, images and more. This was a massive step forward for us previously all our engraving had been done with a manual machine where all the engraving (wording only) was set up with lines of individual brass letters, all loaded one at a time. Fast forward to mid-2013 and we had four computerised machines, all pretty much in

daily use, and customers coming to us not just locally, but from across the UK for our engraving service, especially our engraved ceremonial spades (more about those another time!) What we didnt have however was the space to use the machines as efficiently as wed have liked so when the shop next door became avail -able during the summer, we immediately took on the lease and so the process began of combining the two shops into one. This proved more complicated than planned, but the builders did a great job putting in the opening between the two premises, and it was worth the effort. Now the carpenter has finished building all the amazing new counters, we can really see the layout of the new shop coming together. Hopefully by the end of February we should have all the final little details completed & be fully up & running.

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To John Peter Wilkinson...

Man, it makes you feel youre alive to be told youre going to die. How many years ago did I last feel like that? The ecstasy of youth, the joy of existence. I have felt like that again. Well, Im now back from the Skeggy Butlins Blues and Rock Festival or, as far as I am concerned, The Wilko Johnson Festival. This amazing Estuarian Essex Guy who, on 25th January 2013 - now suffering terminal pancreatic cancer - told John Wilson in an interview on Radio 4 that hed been given 9, possibly 10, months to live. He turned down chemo yet, instead, embarked on a farewell tour with his other two band members - Norman Watt-Roy and Dylan Howe. He survived the first farewell tour hes now on a second... That brings us to the weekend just passed when, a year-&-a-day since this shock announcement, he performed TWO separate sets in two different venues, during the same afternoon, at the Butlins festival. ...Pause for emotion...

This picture was taken taken and donated by Photographer Chris Gill of Cromer when the Wilko Johnson Band appeared on the Pier, courtesy Scott Butler. The picture wasnt posed for but was an actual action-shot during one of their songs.

What a trooper! his playing, as always, was impeccable - he perhaps didnt strut round with quite the staccato jerkiness during the solos that he would have in his prime but please bear in mind hed already been dead for two or three months, come this double gig, so please grant him that. He did, nonetheless, move to almost the full extent of the stage acreage during his guitar breaks - for which he received a rousing cheer each time from the thousands in the mesmerised audience - but also machine gunned the crowd more than adequately with his trusty, stuttering 1974 Fender Telecaster. The one difference I DID note, compared to his past performances - he smiled...he smiled a lot! He was so obviously overwhelmed by the welcome and response he received. I have been most fortunate in experiencing numerous privileges, along the way, so far

- many in the company of good muso friends, named & unnamed - but the Sunday afternoon, 26th January, 2014 (13.00 hrs & 16.00 hrs), rates pretty damn close to the top of the list. Over the course of the weekend my festival companion Dave and I watched numerous top-rated artistes and bands who played faultlessly - maybe TOO faultlessly at times, to the expense of spontaneity & personality but the Wilko Johnson Band was a breath of pure, fresh, oxygen-rich North Sea air. Who said Canvey Island air? Lest we forget the other two band members, let me heap justifiable praise on drummer Dylan and bassist Norman who matched-up to their leaders talents. Top form, Guys. A throw-away remark by the aforementioned Dave - at the close of the show Norman Watt-Roy may not be the best bass player in the World but he does rate amongst the top ONE, Permit me, if you will, to turn the clock or calendar back to when Wilko was enjoying better health and I wrote this review for the Crab Line, following his appearance with John Otway and the Hamsters in their Mad, Bad and Dangerous tour, at the Norwich Waterfront. ...But now - the man of the moment who I had been eagerly waiting to see again since his July Arts Centre gig, viz. Wilko Johnson, who many may remember from his Dr Feelgood days. Baldness has now succeeded his thick, pudding-basin coiffure of the 70s. His act is still fresh; still elementary raw feral rock/blues; still basic chord progression stinging guitar breaks; still stabbing staccato driving chords and licks that wont allow you to stay still for a second. A man of few words, he counts the next number in across the outro of the previous one and he still lurches menacingly with wide-staring, psycho-eyes across the stage as he snaps out the solos and riffs from his sweat-smeared red and black Tele, with its rusting fittings. From time-to-time he machine guns the appreciative punters from the hip with his self-same electric axe via a Fender Twin Reverb amp yet, I feel sure, with neither

effects nor processors? Quote -Like an amphetamined, malfunctioning Dalek. To support a front man like Wilko you need the strongest foundation backing and, yep, its there in the form of Monti his power-house drummer (at that time) & the truly amazing, body-contorting, long- fingered Norman WattRoy on bass - both, also, ex Ian Drury Blockhead members who complement this 3-piece as tight as extraneous limbs affixed to Mr Johnsons body. Surely theyve gotta be cerebrally midid-up via a common time signature? As I remember his self-penned set included Barbed Wire Blues; Shes Good Like That; Sneaking Suspicion; Back In The Night; She Does It Right; Dr Dupree; etc, etc. I headed this original piece: A view of the local music scene by Mikkki Rokk. Heavy on adjectives, light on good taste. What changes?

Anyone inspired by this squit to see The Wilko Johnson Band - very sadly it may be your last opportunity - they are due to play the Waterfront again on 1st March - as early as 14.00 Im led to believe. Micky P, Trimingham-upon-Sea.

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Big Society Fund Awards

North Norfolk District Councils Big Society Fund Panel recently awarded conditional grant funding totalling 44,186.10 to seven community projects across North Norfolk. Successful local applications include North Walsham Rugby Football Club, which was awarded 12,500 to improve club facilities to benefit players, spectators and the wider community to use the club for social and community events. Antingham Village Hall was awarded funding of 2,000 to install double glazed windows which will reduce running costs and help ensure the sustainability of this facility. West Runton Scout Group was awarded 10,000 towards extending & improving facilities at the scout hall. As well as the grants from the Big Society Fund, conditional funding has also been approved by NNDC Cabinet for projects through the Councils Enabling Fund and the Atrium in Nth Walsham received a grant of 15,000 to support the development of a business plan. Funding is still available for the current financial year, which ends in March. For further info visit: www.northnorfolk.org

One Year Later

It seems to have gone in minutes not the standard 365 days in the calendar. It doesnt seem like a full year since Derek and Liz Bowler took on the Village Cafe, this local and friendly place in the super

village of Mundesley, right next door to the plant shop in the centre of the village.

Derek & Liz, who live in Trimingham, enjoy running this happy and friendly cafe with the help of Liz daughter Ros and a great team of

staff, which includes Elaine (on left) who puts a smile on the customers faces with her sandwiches. Likewise, Lisa is very capable and helpful, keeping everyone happy. The cafe thanks everyone who has to date, used the place and would suggest that if you have not been there, it is indeed time you popped in. During the weekends, they are helped to run the place, by Danny, and at last someone from the village, Natalie, who always makes the customers very welcome here. With the weather as it is, Liz and Derek are really looking forward to better weather in the not too distant future. As Derek put: We enjoy running the place, and meeting such friendly customers and having such a great team to help us. PK.

ALBY Service Station, Alby Horse Shoes Inn ALDBOROUGH Spar Shop AYLMERTON Service Station AYLSHAM Aylsham Garden Centre, Budgens, Somerfield, Tourist Info Centre BACTON Bacton Fish & Chip Shop. BANNINGHAM The Crown Pub / Post Office BEESTON REGIS Metal Mend, Mini Market BODHAM Post Office COLBY, SUFFIELD & TUTTINGTON Churches CROMER Budgens, Council Offices, Country Club, Library, Rainbow, Crossways,Tourist Info Centre, Food Fare, Icarus Hines, K Hardware, Mill Rd Post Office, Morrisons, Mary Janes Fishn Chips, Morrisons, N & P, Spar shop, Cliff Rd, White Horse + 1,000 delivered in Town Centre. EAST RUNTON East Runton Cafe, East Runton Stores. INGWORTH Church GIMINGHAM Heather Lee GRESHAM @ John Stibbons, Langdale ITTERINGHAM Village Shop/ Withers Gallery KNAPTON Elephant Playbarn, Church Porch & MADRA LITTLE BARNINGHAM Village Hall MUNDESLEY Crayford & Abbs, Country Pickings, Mace, Manor House, Rushes Newsagents,Tourist Info Centre The Spar Shop & The Library. NORTH WALSHAM Sainsburys, Waitrose NORTHREPPS Foundry Arms OVERSTRAND Post Office,Central Stores, Overstrand Garden Centre ROUGHTON Jet / Post Office & Groveland SHERINGHAM Budgens, CAS Travel, Crown Inn, Library, Whistlestops, Poppy Line Railway Station, Tyneside Club.

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I Would Like To....

....share a personal experience with my friends about drinking and driving. This is a first for me, as I normally dont preach to others. As you may know some of us have been known to have brushes with the authorities from time to time on the way home after a "social session" out with friends. Well, two days ago I was out for an evening with friends and had several cocktails followed by some rather nice red wine. Feeling jolly I still had the sense to know that I may be slightly over the limit. That's when I did something that I've never done before - I took a cab home. Sure enough on the way home there was a police road block, but since it was a cab they waved it past and I arrived home safely without incident. This was a real surprise as I had never driven a cab before. I don't know where I got it and now that it's in my garage, I don't know what to do with it. Thanks to David Thorne for this

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The registration process then takes at least six weeks assuming the Office of the Public Guardian accepts the documents. The financial LPA can then be used by the attorney, if required, even if the donor still has capacity but the personal welfare LPA cannot be used by the attorney until the donor is incapable of making the relevant decision. Q: If there is a Power of Attorney in place, who owns the assets? A: What is frequently misunderstood is that whatever the type of power of attorney the assets always remain those of the donor, even if he has lost capacity and the attorney is decision making. Q: Can an attorney make a Will on the donors behalf? A: No, the attorney cannot make a Will for a donor, should they be unable to do so for themselves. If a Will is needed or has to be updated, it has to be made by the Court. Q: Can an Attorney make a gift on the donors behalf? A: The power of gifting is limited to relatively minor charitable gifts & to friends & family only for seasonal presents. Trying to make larger gifts or tax plan is not possible and any attempts to do so can be set aside. Such things can only be done with a Court order. The fact that any donee might be an eventual beneficiary under any Will is irrelevant whilst the donor is still alive. Q: What happens if an individual loses mental capacity and there is no EPA or LPA in place? A: If there is no EPA or LPA in place, and an individual loses mental capacity, then in order for someone to handle finances or personal welfare decisions on their behalf, an application has to be made to the Court of Protection. Look out for information on The Court of Protection which will be covered in a future article.
This article aims to supply general information, but it is not intended to constitute advice. Every effort is made to ensure that the law referred to is correct at the date of publication & 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.

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Storm Surge Costs

Repairing the damage caused by the Tidal Surge of 5/6 December 2013 will cost North Norfolk District Council (NNDC) around 3m says a report published earlier this month. The report has been written to inform MPs, the Government & other interested stakeholders of the devastating impact of the storm and point out the vulnerability of coastal communities. It also stresses the importance of sound emergency planning and emphasises the resilience of the communities affected. Initial estimates listed in the report put the total cost to the council at around 3m with, potentially, 1.6m of this being recoverable from insurers. Where possible the council will apply to central government Bellwin Scheme for reimbursement however it is understood that repairing essential infrastructure such as sea defences, promenades & associated structures such as railings, lighting, paths, steps and ramps is not covered. The NNDC are therefore seeking central government support through whatever mechanism to help cover the costs and provide future security. Amongst much else the report states that during the course of the surge 665 metres of councilmanaged sea defence was damaged, along with 3,000 metres of promenade and other seafront infrastructure and 100 Cromer sea-front chalets. During the recovery 40 tonnes of waste and damaged property was removed from Walcott and Bacton. Most of the damage to council-owned property took place in Sheringham, East and West Runton, Cromer, Overstrand, Mundesley, Bacton and Walcott.

How To Have Your Say

The draft AONB Management Plan 2014-19 is available at: http://www.norfolkcoastaonb.org. uk/consultation, together with associated documents you may wish to look at. There are two ways to respond Through a quick questionnaire, which you can access from the Norfolk Coast Partnership web site, or:

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......on the management of the Norfolk Coast Public consultation on the draft 2014-19 AONB Management Plan is now underway. The Norfolk Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) stretches from the Wash in the west to Winterton-on-Sea in the east, incorporating a diverse & unique mixture of landscapes, wildlife habitats, species and cultural heritage. The current 5-year Norfolk Coast AONB management plan is being updated to produce the next 5-year plan. The draft management plan 2014-19 sets out background information, a 20-year vision and 5-year objectives and policies.

A more detailed response in a format to suit you, returning comments either by email or post. All comments are welcome, whether you are a local resident, a visitor, a local business person, landowner or farmer, with a closing date of 17th April 2014. All comments will be recorded and considered carefully in finalising the plan, with a record of this being made publicly available. Contact details for response & queries: Norfolk Coast Partnership, South Wing, Fakenham Fire Station, Norwich Road, Fakenham, NR21 8BB Tel: 01328 850 530 Email: aonb@norfolk.gov.uk Web: www.norfolkcoastaonb.org.uk

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Sing for Joy Singing Group Thurs 10am. Community Centre. t: 570 117 St John Ambulance Adults Tues 7.30pm Cadets Tues 5.45pm St John Hall, Bond St. Sea Scouts Overstrand Rd info t: 514 562 Tabletop/Craft Sale 9am-3pm St.John Hall, Bond St. Last Fri. t: 513 115 Taekwondo 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. Acorns Parent & Toddler Group 1.30 -3pm Thurs (term-time) Belfry School. t: 579 275. Gardening Club 2.30pm 1st Tues Parish Hall t: 576 437 Carpet 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 Weds 2.30pm Methodist Church t: 578 250 W.I. 3rd Wed 7.30pm Parish Hall t: 834 242 Bowls Pavilion Bingo: Sun 7.30pm, Whist Drive: Tues, Wed & Fri 1.45pm t: 721 815 Bounce & Rhyme for under 5s & parents/ carers Tues 2.15-3.15pm Library t:720 702 Carpet Bowls Mon 1.30pm Coronation Hall t: 722 054 Community Choir Tues 7.30pm Methodist Church t: 722 022 Creative Writing Group 1st Fri 2.15-4.15pm Mundesley Library t:720 702 Free Church Sun Services11am, 6.30pm Knit & Natter Tues 4-5pm Library t:720 702 Library Mon & Sat:10-1pm,Tues 2-5.30pm Fri 10-1pm & 2-6.30pm. Reading Group:2nd Mon.am. t: 720 702 Luncheon Club for over 60s & disabled. Mon &Thurs 12-2pm Free Church t :721 984 MADRA t: 07734 689 978 Methodist Church Sun worship 10.30am RBL 4th Weds Haig Club. t: 722 238 RBL Womens 3rd Weds 1.45pm Coronation Hall t:721 021 Scrabble Club Fridays t: 720 659 Village Cinema 7.30pm Coronation Hall 2nd Tues Info: www.mundesley.org/film W.I. 2nd Mon 7pm Church Rooms t: 720 744 AgeUK 4th Thurs 10 - noon Drop in session for info & advice. Library t: 01692 402 482 Animal 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 404 649 Extend Over 60s Exercise Mon. Methodist Church Hall t: 01692 407 851 Hockey Club Under 11s. Fri 5-6pm Sports Centre t: 01692 404 624 Lions Club 7.30pm 1st Mon. Community Centre. t: 01692 400 702 N.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 Inn Reading 4 U 3rd Wed 9.45am St.Johns Hall t: 768 164 Short & Sweet book group 1-2pm Tues every 3weeks in the Library.All welcome. Info: t: 01692 402 482

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Alcoholics Anonymous Sun 3pm St Josephs Church Beetle Drive 3rd Tues 7.30 pm St.Josephs Church Bridge :The Morley. Duplicate pairs Thurs 7pm Beginners Fri 2pm t: 822 087 Bounce & Rhyme for under 5s & parents/ carers.Tues 10.15-10.45am at the Library t: 822 874 CAB. YESU,Thurs 10-2pm t: 01692 402 570 Chess All ages & abilities t: 01692 404 649 Country Market 1st & 3rd Thurs St John Hall Evening W.I. 2nd Mon. St. Josephs Church Hall t: 823 889 Flower Club 1st Thurs 7pm St.Andrews Church t: 825 059 Gingerbread Fri pm. Friends Meeting House 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: 823 392 Morris Dancing. Oddfellows Hall. Weds 7.30pm t: 837 693 N.Norfolk Model Group 8pm last Fri St Johns Hall t: 514 059 Old Shannocks 2.15pm last Wed Community Rooms. Quaker Meetings Sun 10.30am Cremer St. R.A.F.A. 4th Tues of month. t: 837 229 Saturday 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 Friends Meeting Hse, Cremer St. 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 Church Bingo 7.30pm Sun & Mon Bernies Social Club East Runton N.N. Chess Club Fri 7.30pm. W. Runton Social Club t: 823 814 Philatelic Society 2nd Mon of month 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 403 071 West Runton Scouts info : 712 288 W.I. 2.15pm 2nd Wed. W. Runton Church Hall

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Antingham & Southrepps Playgroup t: 834 148 Badminton Thurs. Gresham Village Hall t: 07917 596 797 Beachcombers Dining Club 1st Mon 7pm: The Feathers Hotel, Holt. Speakers alt months. 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 Nr Sheringham. t: 570 223 Extend exercise for over 60s Mon 2.30pm Northrepps Village Hall t:768 159 Farmers Market 1st Sun 9.30am - 12.30pm Aldborough Community Hall t: 768 766 Fit Together Health Walks Info 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 Horsham St. Faith 4th Sun traditional Catholic Latin Mass Mission Room, opp. Church t: 01603 788 873 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 Nordic Walking Tues & Thurs 11am t: 07825 773 368 Norfolk Submariners 1st Wed 12noon Kings Head, Horsham St Faith t: 511 758 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. NN Amateur Radio Group Wed & Thur 10-4 Muckleburgh t: 821 936 Nth Norfolk Model Engineering Club 1st Fri 7.30pm High Kelling Social Centre Prize Bingo 7.30pm 1st & 3rd Fri Gimingham Village Hall Roughton Under 5s Playgroup t: 07553 456 083 Seniors Swimming Club 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. Tuesday Friends meet weekly 2-4pm Gimingham Village Hall. t: 720 874 Trunch Bumbles Pre-school t: 720 931 Trunch Friends 2nd Tues 2pm Trunch Village Hall t:721 570 Trunch 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

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Special Events
Friday 14th February 2-4pm: Pilgrim Shelter Trimingham Craft Afternoon ~ Bring your craft project knitting / rug making, have a chat drink tea/coffee relax & enjoy the company of like minded ladies. 1.50 covers all. Tel June 833 382 7pm: All Saints Church Rooms, Mundesley Celebrate Valentines Evening ~ Wine & Cheese, Entertainment by Bishop Peter Fox (Member of The Magic Circle) Ticket only: 5, available at Church Room entrance but please book beforehand on: 721 924 Saturday 15th February 10am-noon : The Scout hut, Cromer Rd, Mundesley. Jumble Sale - Raising funds for Mundesley 1st Air Scouts. Teas, coffee & homemade cakes. All welcome. 1-4pm: Pilgrim Shelter, Trimingham Book Sale ~ Hundreds of books Paperback, Hardback, Files, just 20p. each. Homemade cake, tea / coffee just 50p each. Raising funds for a new village hall. Local lifts can be organised. Free parking. Free admission. Free toilets. tel Liz 834 965 Sunday 16th February 7.30pm: Antingham Village Hall Late Late Valentine Music Night ~ Music by Fred from the 50s & 60s on Keyboard, guitar & vocals. Admission 2 at the door. Refreshments on sale BYO alcoholic drinks. Proceeds to village hall funds Monday 17th February 1.45 -4pm: Pilgrim Shelter, Trimingham Whist Afternoon ~ All levels welcome, Cost just 1.50 For 4 whist prizes, 3 raffle prizes, tea/coffee and biscuits inclusive. Tel Liz 834 965 Tuesday 18th February 10.30 - 1pm: Holt Country Park Visitor Centre Helping Winter Wildlife ~ Help wildlife survive the winter by building wildlife homes for your garden, such as mini-beast homes, bird tables or pine cone bird feeders. Guided walk with the Rangers at 11am. No booking required. Children must be with an adult at all times. Info: 07920 576 634 Tues 18th - Sat 22nd February 7.30pm: The Coronation Hall, Mundesley Cinderella ~ Friends of Mundesley Volunteer Inshore Lifeboat`s Panto. tickets 6.50. Children 3.50. from Mundesley Charity Shop, Mon-Fri -10am - 4pm. Sat -10am - 1pm. tel: 722 899 Wednesday 19th February 1- 3pm: Holt Country Park Visitor Centre Muddy Boots Club ~ Help the Rangers plant trees in the park. No booking required. Free entry. Open to all ages. Gloves provided. Tea/coffee available. Please wear outdoor clothes.Info: 07920 576 634 2 - 3pm : Cromer Library Martial Arts in the Library ~ John Mezzetti of Fighting Fit Martial arts

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From 12noon : Church Rooms Mundesley Last Friday of the month. Light music & Raffle at each meeting. Come and enjoy. Thursday 20th February 10am - noon :Holt Country Park Visitor Centre Guided Walk ~ with the Rangers. 1pp. Under 3s free. No booking required. Children must be with an adult at all times. Info: 07920 576 634 1.45 - 4pm: Pilgrim Shelter, Trimingham Whist Afternoon ~ players of all levels welcome. Cost just 1.50. for 4 whist prizes.3 raffle prizes, tea/ coffee & biscuits included. Tel Liz 834 965 Friday 21st February 10am: Burgh House, Aylsham Open Garden ~ Small group conducted tour of private 4 acre garden in aid of Aylsham in Bloom. 5 entry includes cuppa & cake. Booking essential. Contact aylshaminbloom@yahoo.co.uk or 734 408. Sorry, no dogs permitted. 1.45 - 4pm: Pilgrim Shelter, Trimingham Gardening Question & Answer Session ~ with the very knowledgeable Roger Leggett. Cost just 1.50. Bring your mystery plants or just come for a chat and refreshments. Tel Liz 834 965 7pm: Cromer Community Centre Friends of Cromer Museum ~ AGM followed at 7.30pm by Chris Branford on: Joseph Paxton, The Crystal Palace & the bits we made. All Welcome Sunday 23rd February 11am - 4pm: Chestnut Farm W. Beckham NR25 6NX Snowdrop Openings ~ Dozens of varieties of Snow -drops in a garden setting. Early flowering shrubs & bulbs. Light refreshments, Visiting Nurseries, Plants for sale. Info: 822 241. In aid of Beckhams Church Fabric Fund 2.30 - 5pm. : Jubilee Hall, Banningham. Wild About Colbys Raptor Event ~ Live birds of prey, Dissect an owl pellet, Make an Owl Mask, Craft Stalls, Story Telling, Competitions, Refreshments, Eco Tombola. Entrance: 1.50 each, Family ticket 5. info: 732 942 7 - 9pm: Pilgrim Shelter Loop Road Trimingham Quiz Night ~ teams of up to 4, just 1 per player 3 quiz prizes 1st 2nd & supporting team! plus 3 raffle prizes. BYO alcohol. Tea & coffee will be available. Free parking Tel Liz 834 965 Monday 24th February 1.30 - 4pm: Pilgrim Shelter Loop Rd. Trimingham Whist Afternoon ~ All levels welcome. Cost just 1.50 Four prizes plus three raffle prizes, tea/coffee and biscuits included. tel Liz 834 965 From Wednesday 26th February 2 - 4pm: Sheringham Library Surfs Up for people 60+ ~ Free Internet 8 week course for beginners. Learn to email, shop & explore online. Booking essential on 822 874

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Wednesday 26th February 7pm: Suffield Park Bowls Club, Station Rd. Cromer The Cromer Society ~ Recorded Music Section The Year 1900 presented by Michael Green. Thursday 27th February 11am - 4pm: Chestnut Farm W. Beckham NR25 6NX Snowdrop Openings ~ Dozens of snowdrop varieties. Early flowering shrubs & bulbs. Light refreshments, Visiting Nurseries, Plants for sale. Info: 822 241. In aid of National Garden Scheme 1.30 -4pm: Pilgrim Shelter Loop Rd Trimingham Whist Afternoon ~ All levels welcome. Cost just 1.50 Four prizes plus three raffle prizes, tea/coffee and biscuits included tel Liz 834 965 7pm: Suffield Park Bowls Club, Station Rd. Cromer The Cromer Society ~ Illustrated Talk Wartime Sweethearts & GI Brides by Libby Morgan. Friday 28th February From noon : All Saints Church Rooms, Mundesley Soup And Pudding Morning ~ Entertainment, Light Music & Raffle. 4.00 Pay at the event. The Soup & Pudding Mornings will take place each last Friday of month from February - May 2-4pm: Pilgrim Shelter, Trimingham Craft Afternoon ~ bring along your craft project rug making, knitting,chat & drink tea/coffee. Cost 1.50. All very welcome. Tel June 833 382 7pm: Baconsthorpe Village Hall A Quiz ~ Jacket Potato supper with various fillings Tea/Coffee 5 p.p. Teams of 4. If you are on your own please come, there will be teams that are short.

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The Faces Behind The Panto

North Walsham Players rehearsals are well under way for their pantomime Babes In The Wind, at North Walsham Community Centre on Friday 28th February at 7.30pm & Sunday 2nd March at 2.30pm. This year the Players are celebrating their 14th anniversary, and a few of the present cast Wednesday 4th March 2 pm 3 pm: North Walsham Library Dementia Friends ~ information session to learn a little more about what is it like to live with dementia & turn that understanding into action. Please note the library will closed & only open for this session. Free session/wheelchair access. for more info or to book a place call 07717 881 496. Friday 7th March 2.30pm : St Martins Church, Mill Road, Cromer Womens World Day of Prayer ~ (Interdominational) Join us for a Service written by the women of Egypt. This Service is held all over the World on this day.

were present when the group were first formed. This years show sees a 26 strong cast ready to entertain you in this musical filled panto. Money raised from the event will go to The East Coast Truckers (childrens charity). Tickets are available on the door priced at Adults 4.50 and children 2.50. Saturday 22nd March 1.30 - 4.30 pm : North Walsham Library Business Basics Workshop ~ run by Enterprise Nth Norfolk who will teach some of the skills you need. Writing a business plan, marketing, developing an on -line presence, financial management & legalities you need to be aware of. To book a free place tel: 569 360 or e-mail: info@enterprisenn.co.uk www.enterprisenn.co.uk Sunday 23rd March 11 am - 4 pm:Corpusty Village Hall Exhibition ~ Local history - art & craft - photographs - bygones - wildlife. Old airfields etc. Refreshments - plant sales - books & raffle. admission - adults 1 children free. Proceeds for the Village Hall funds 11am -4pm: Chestnut Farm. W. Beckham NR25 6NX Open Gardens ~ Visiting nurseries & light refreshments available. Ample field parking. weather permitting. Info: 822 241 Wednesday 26th March 7pm: Suffield Park Bowls Club, Cromer The Cromer Society ~ Recorded Music Section Celebrating Concertos presented by William Bestelink

Saturday 1st March 9.30am - 12noon : Sheringham Methodist Church Table Top Sale 1pm : Cromer Bus Station The Cromer Society ~ Excursion to Maddermarket Theatre, to see Hitchcock Blonde by Terry Johnson Sunday 2nd March 11 - 4pm: Chestnut Farm W. Beckham NR25 6NX Snowdrop Openings ~ Dozens of distinct varieties of Snowdrops, early flowering shrubs & bulbs. Light refreshments, Visiting Nurseries, Plants for sale Info: 822 241. In aid of National Garden Scheme 1.30pm.: The Goat Inn. Skeyton. The Norfolk Dixieland Jazz Band ~ Great music. Great atmosphere. Drop in for a drink or have a meal. Admission free but to reserve a table for lunch Tel: 01692 538 600.

MARCH

this gripping account of the search for a long-lost child. At its center is a tough-minded, elderly Irish woman, Philomena Lee (Dench) & her battle to find out what happened to the baby boy taken away from her in the 1950s. Tickets 4, Members 3 at door. Refreshments available from 7pm. Further Info from : www.mundesley.org

Tuesday 11th March 7.30pm: Mundesley Coronation Hall Philomena ~ Steve Coogan & Judi Dench in

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Wednesday 12th March 7pm: Suffield Park Bowls Club, Cromer The Cromer Society ~ Recorded Music Section The Spirit of London Presented by Robin Selwyn Thursday 20th March 7pm: Suffield Park Bowls Club, Cromer The Cromer Society ~ Illustrated Talk South Pole to Everest presented by Stephen Scott-Fawcett Friday 21st March 7.30pm : Cromer Community Centre, Garden St. Friends of Cromer Museum ~ Ancient Trees In The Norfolk Landscape. Talk by Professor Tom Williamson (from the UEA)

Well Done Annie

Annie, the lovely landlady from the White Horse Public House in Cromers West Street, along with many of her wonderful regulars have just raised 1,253.14 for the RNLI. As Annie put it: Many Thanks to everyone who was involved for helping raise this money PK

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Until Friday 28th February At the RNLIs Henry Blogg Museum Cromer

Until Monday 31st March

RNLIs WW1 Hope in the Great War exhibition

The free-to-attend charity exhibition, funded by Arts Council, will highlight the extraordinary achievements of people who volunteered for the RNLI throughout the war years, conveying a sense of hope as many lives were saved at sea by the charity.

NNDCs First Floor Gallery presents:

Skye 2012

Henry Blogg, former RNLI coxswain of Cromer lifeboat with his dog Monte.

I can properly visualise as a finished print, and which excites me. Then the work begins. My photographs are a true expression of my feelings and thoughts at the time, so I guess they are as much about me as they are of my subjects. These images were all captured in 2012, but the process only ended in September 2013. If I can turn out 20 good prints in a year, then I am doing well .... Photography is Ivans main profession and the Landscapes are Ivans personal work. Most of his time is spent shooting food, drink, and restaurants around the UK. Ivan works and resides between Cromer & London. After graduating from Ealing School of Art and Photography, Ivan started out as a fashion photographer, working for most of the top hair salons in London & receiving credits in Vogue magazine. Other major clients include Dunlop & Beechams. After a break away from photography, Ivan has returned to his initial art form as a professional food photographer, with a studio in London and with clients far and wide. The NNDC seeks to offer opportunities to local artists to display their work in the well-lit firstfloor gallery area in its Holt Road offices in Cromer, and in turn provides staff and visitors to the building the opportunity to see a variety of different artists work. Currently six exhibitions are held annually; open for view to the public during normal office hours: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 8.30am 5pm; Wednesday 10am 5pm; Friday 8.30am 4.30pm. For information on Arts in North Norfolk visit: www.northnorfolk.org/arts You can also follow us on Twitter@NorthNorfolkDC

The exhibition offers an ideal way for families and young children to learn about the work of RNLI volunteers during WW1 and will feature a play area for younger children.

North Norfolk District Councils public art gallery is presenting an inspiring collection of landscape images by local artist and professional photographer Ivan Daly. The exhibition will provide high quality framed prints from 85 to 125 Skye is an ancient temple of stone, water, and cloud. I go there often but never know what Ill photograph until I come across something that

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