40 Anniversary Year

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40 th Anniversary Year 

THE 

An important Announcement to all our Readers, 

Contributors and Advertisers 

It is with great regret that we have to begin the New Year with the 

following announcement. 

We have been advertising for over a year for help in various ways to 

complement our existing editorial team, but to date we have received 

no offers which have been long-lasting. For some time now we have 

been operating without a Treasurer or Advertising Sales manager and 

although we are grateful to those who have stepped temporarily into 

the breach, in the longer term we cannot carry on without more help. It 

takes a number of hours to produce each edition of the magazine, 

which is quite a burden if we do not have a full team of helpers. 

Sadly, the time has now come to make a decision about the magazine’s 

future. The present team feel unable to continue unless there are major 

changes, therefore it has been decided that the double issue for 

August/September 2017, which is also the magazine’s 40 th birthday, 

will be our last. 

If we cease to publish, those of you who advertise with us may rest 

assured that we will have sufficient funds to reimburse any advertising 

paid for beyond September. 

The Editors 

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A Happy New Year to all our readers! 

Unfortunately we have to begin 2017 with bad news. Hopefully you will 

by now have read the open letter on our front cover. Producing a 

magazine like ours (and one of which we rightly feel proud) has been a 

labour of love, but a labour none the less. 

With a full team the labour would not be too onerous, but we are very 

short of hands and none of our team is growing any younger: it the nature 

of the beast that most of us are well beyond retirement age and beginning 

to be aware of our growing limitations. Remember Boxer the old 

carthorse in “Animal Farm’ who went on working on impossible tasks 

until he dropped because his motto was, ‘I must work harder’? Well, we 

feel that if we carry on as we are, soon we will be in danger of doing the 

same with no backup and no-one to share the tasks. At present should a 

key member fall ill the magazine would cease. Just like that. No warning. 

Winding up the magazine is not a decision we have taken lightly: it has 

served the community well for nearly forty years and grown from a few 

typewritten, duplicated sheets stapled together into a professional 

standard production of which we feel proud. We are also aware that 

without ‘The Marlpit’ local organisations, the Churches and Parish 

Councils would have to find other means of communicating, particularly 

to those without internet access. 

We have not forgotten either, that its continued success has been in no 

small part to the army of volunteers, past and present who have turned out 

in all weathers to make sure it is delivered around the parishes. Some of 

them also are feeling the weight of their years and of other 

responsibilities; they need back up too. As you will see inside currently a 

distributor is needed for the Hautbois round. 

Producing the magazine has been very rewarding, but it does require 

some energy and not a little commitment. To enable us to continue 

beyond August, we particularly need a Treasurer, two people to help with 

the advertising and perhaps most important, someone who can shadow 

the Compilation Editor with the aim of taking over the role in due course, 

but we do need to hear from you NOW. The stronger the team, the less 

onerous the task. 

Please contact any editor if you feel you have what it takes. Our details 

are on inside front page opposite this editorial. Any one of us would be 

happy to discuss what is needed with you. 

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February 2017 

Community Magazine for Coltishall, 

Horstead with Stanninghall, Great 

Hautbois, Scottow & Badersfield. 

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What’s on the Marlpit Calendar for February 2017 

[Only days with submitted events are listed] 

nb - What’s On is a snapshot of more details to be found in the magazine [The editors will not be held responsible for any errors or omissions in this summary 

or the printed article, everything is processed in good faith by volunteers and as in The Telegraph, mistakes may occur] Church Service details can be found 

with Church reports - too many to list here!. 

TBA = To Be Announced, TFI + Telephone For Information 

A full programme of Library events is also featured 

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AYLSHAM and DISTRICT 

HEALTH and WELL BEING WALKS PROGRAMME 

Walks start at 10:30am 

Peter Neave T.D.C. Coordinator - 01603 897 193 - 0788 7391 733 

Thu 9 th Feb 

Tues 28 th Feb 

Banningham: Crown PH, Colby Road, 

Banningham NR11 7DY 

Coltishall: Football Ground 

c/park 

52 Rectory Road. NR12 7HP 

Flat walk across farmland, tracks 

and minor roads 

Coltishall & Great Hautbois walk 

3.8 miles – 80 mins 

3.4 miles – 75 mins 

gradients 

For health & safety reasons, the front Walk Leader must head the walk & therefore walkers must stay level or behind the 

front leader. As all Walk Leader are individuals, the speed of walks will vary. It is advisable that you wear suitable clothing & footwear. 3rd Thursday of every 

month there is a Grade 1 walk available. Timing & Registration: If you are a new walker please arrive at least 20 minutes before 

the start time to compete the Walker Registration Form (WRF) this is an insurance requirement. 

Smoking is not permitted. Dogs are welcome on Aylsham & District walks, unless otherwise stated. 

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The Good neighbour volunteers would like to wish all their 

clients a Happy New Year. 

Outings for 2017 

We are busy planning our outings for 2017. We are hoping to 

have a summer trip on the Norfolk broads. 

Our outing planned for later in the year will to the Sheringham 

Little Theatre to see the pantomime ‘The wizard of oz’. This will 

include either lunch prior to the performance or tea after. 

If you are interested in joining us for either of these events 

please call 07799 277455. 

Tea Party 

Notes from Horstead with 

Stanninghall Parish Council – 

January 

Introduction 

Hello again. Going into the New Year 

I'm sure we're all looking forward to spring; and although it 

would have been tempting to hibernate over the winter period, 

the Parish Council has been busy preparing for the oncoming 

months. 

If you wish to speak to me I can be contacted via the parish 

council website, email me at Horsteadclerk@gmail.com or 

telephone: 07476 952824. If you do leave a message, please 

remember to leave your name and contact number so I can get 

back to you. 

Please don't forget to check the Parish Council notice boards 

and website as they often contain information you may like to 

know about, which I can't include in these notes due to either 

timing or space. 

Planning 

HWSPC 

Minutes 

For December and January the Parish Council has considered 

four planning applications and has responded to Broadland 

District Council. 

20162018 – Flint Cottage, Frettenham Road, Horstead, NR12 

7LB – Erection of open cart shed in rear garden. The Parish 

Council raised NO OBJECTION to this planning permission. 

Application for premises licence to be granted under 

Licencing Act 2003 at Farm to Fork and Fish. The Parish Council 

had NO OBJECTION to this application. 

20162090 – 98 Norwich Road, Horstead, NR12 7EQ - Single 

Storey Front and rear extensions. The Parish Council has raised 

concerns that the proposed rear extension will have a 

considerable negative impact on the light and solar gain 

currently experienced by a neighbouring property. 

20162176 – Crostwick Kennels, Hall Lane, Horstead, NR12 7BB 

– Construction of new workshop/store. The Parish Council had 

NO OBJECTION to this application. 

Playing Field and the Trod Path 

Even during these colder months the playground continues to 

be well used. Our regular inspections are currently carried out 

fortnightly and will revert to weekly at Easter. The playground is 

due its annual inspection and we expect this to be carried out in 

the next couple of weeks, this will include a full inspection and 

Coltishall & Horstead Good Neighbours 

The next tea party will take place on Thursday 9 th March 

from 2 – 4pm at Coltishall village hall. There will be musical 

entertainment not to be missed! If you would like to join us and 

need transport please call the Good Neighbours on the above 

number. 

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re-tensioning of the zip wire cable. 

As a separate exercise the trees at the playground will also be 

surveyed, but this may need to wait until the trees are in leaf. 

There are some ash trees around the field that we need to 

monitor closely with regards to ash die back disease and we are 

aware the branches of some trees are too close to the play 

equipment. A full survey will allow us to arrange all necessary 

work. 

If you notice anything amiss at the playground, or have any 

concerns that may be relevant to the surveyors/inspectors, 

please contact me. 

Highways 

The obstruction at the entrance to the bridleway off Granny 

Bards Lane has been moved and hedges on either side have 

been cut back to allow horse and rider access. The obstruction 

has not been removed completely as it has been placed there to 

prevent vehicle access amid concerns over illegal raves. 

Blocked road drains along Hall Lane continue to give residents 

issues. Highways agree this is a problem and they will unblock 

them - I will continue to chase until this has been resolved. 

If you know of any other issues please let me know. 

War Memorial 

Historic England are looking to adopt our War Memorial. If 

adopted it will be added to the List of Buildings of Special 

Architectural or Historic Interest, which brings specific protection 

so that its special interest can be properly considered in 

managing its future. This doesn’t affect our aim to clean and 

refurbish the War Memorial in the coming year. 

Neighbourhood Plan 

Thank you to everyone who returned their neighbourhood 

questionnaires, these have now been sent off to be analysed 

and when they are returned the results will be incorporated in 

the Neighbourhood Plan. 

The neighbourhood plan group meets on the last Wednesday of 

most months. To keep you informed of progress their minutes 

are on the Parish Council website and, when relevant, they 

submit articles to the Marlpit. They also have a Facebook page, 

and Ron would love to receive some 'likes' and messages. 

Parish Precept 

It was decided at the December Parish Council meeting that the 

Parish Precept for Horstead with Stanninghall will remain 

unchanged for the next financial year. 

Date and time of next meeting: 

Wednesday 8 th February at 6.15pm in the Hayloft in the 

Tithe Barn. 

The Good Neighbours would like to thank the Londis shop for 

donating 10% of the profit from there promotional items during 

October 2016. This will go towards future outings. 

Please continue to recycle your glass bottles, jars etc at the Red 

Lion recycling bin, the Good Neighbours benefit from this. 

The Good Neighbour volunteers are available to assist the 

community of Coltishall and Horstead in many ways and of any 

age. 

Please call 07799 277455 between 9 – 5 7 

days a week. 

New volunteers always needed – call 01603 

737637 

Julie Douglass 

GNS 

07799277455


Notification received by The Marlpit on 23 rd January, unfortunately too late to be included in the printed version. 

we hope this web version of the notice will be of some use and would appreciate feedback if any parishioner[s] 

have indeed benefited by it.. 

 

COLTISHALL PARISH COUNCIL 

 

EXTRAORDINARY MEETING OF THE 

PARISH COUNCIL 

To be held in the Village Hall Lounge on 

TUESDAY 31 ST JANUARY 2017 at 7.30 pm. 

As outlined in the Broadland District Council local Plan, 

a Planning Application has been received for 30 

dwellings on land at the top of Rectory Road. Plans 

submitted with the application will be available to view 

at the meeting. 

The Parish Council is required to submit its response by 

11 th February 2017. 

If you wish to comment on the application, please come 

to this meeting and take part in the discussions. 

Barbara Elvy - Clerk to the Parish Council 

 

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Wroxham Parish 

Council News 

Wroxham Parish Council has a 

new chairman - Councillor Barry 

Fiske. Company director Cllr Barry 

Fiske, married with two grown up 

children has lived in Wroxham 

since 1978. An experienced 

mechanical and chemical 

engineer, Barry has travelled 

extensively for the past 45 years involved in the global 

distribution of oil, gas and chemicals. Barry retired at the end of 

2015 and now makes family, friends and relaxing his priority. He 

plans to use his spare time, organisational skills and experience 

to the betterment of the village, its environment and its future. 

Barry vigorously promotes the desire to have all parish council 

activities open and transparent and promotes ideas where all 

parishioners can be engaged, should they wish, in initiatives 

designed to promote and improve the village amenities and 

facilities to the benefit of its visitors and residents. 

Barry commented on his appointment: 

We are looking for people who would like to be co-opted onto 

the council and play an active part in shaping the future of our 

village. If you would like further information or would like to talk 

it through please email Council Chairman Barry Fiske for an 

informal chat on: barryfiske@hotmail.co.uk. Or you can email 

the Parish Clerk Daphne Wyatt on 

: wroxham_pc@btinternet.com 

Parking Problems 

A number of people have contacted the council about problem 

parking in parts of the village leading to pavements being 

blocked to pedestrians. At Wroxham Parish Council's next 

meeting on Thursday Feb 2, our new Police Beat Officer P.C. 

Sean Phillips will be in attendance to listen to any complaints 

you may have and to offer advice. Please come along. Start 

time is 6.30 p.m. - that's an hour earlier than in the past - and 

we have a new venue: The Hub, Norwich Road, next to the 

Church Hall 

Latest News 

For all the latest news you can keep to to date on our Facebook 

page: www.facebook.com/ourwroxham. More and more people 

seem to be getting their information this way and during the 

first week of January our page was viewed by 880 people. 

The council’s web site is: www.wroxham-pc.org 

HORSTEAD HOUSE GARDENS 

“OPEN FOR SNOWDROPS” 

SATURDAY 

18th FEBRUARY 2016 

Mill Road, Horstead, NR12 7AU 

11 a.m. - 4 p.m 

Entrance £4.00 

Wherry Gardens Tanker Issue 

Your Council has been active in trying to bring to an end the 

nuisance caused by daily sewage tanker emptying from the 

Wherry Gardens development which after nearly 18 months is 

still not connected to the mains drainage system. The delay 

seems to have been caused by issues between Hopkins 

Homes, the developers, and Anglia Water who would 

complete the final stages of the project. Your council took part 

in a live outside broadcast from the site on BBC Radio Norfolk in 

January and initiated a report in the Eastern Daily Press. 

Hopkins Homes and Anglia Water have now promised to 

complete the work by March. Not before time, say the residents 

living in Salhouse Road and surrounding areas who have been 

considerably affected by noise and smell from the daily tanker 

emptying from holding tanks. 

Neighbourhood Plan 

We reported in the last issue of The Bridge that we are to 

create a Neighbourhood Plan for Wroxham which will be a 

binding blueprint controlling future development and also 

looking at resources, facilities and ideas for the village covering 

the next 20 or 30 years. We are establishing a working group 

made up of people from the village who are prepared to help 

with the project. We have already had a few volunteers but we 

need more. The aim will be to hold a public meeting for those 

who have expressed an interest in February. If you would like to 

help or would like more information then please contact Cllr 

Malcolm Allsop: malcolm.allsop@icloud.com 

Council Vacancies 

There are currently two vacancies on Wroxham Parish council. 

for The National Garden Scheme 

Teas/refreshments in aid of Horstead Church 

‘Dogs on leads most welcome’ 

Caroline and Matthew Fleming 

Photo: Sylvia Coward 

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COLTISHALL PARISH COUNCIL 

Rotary Club of Broadlands 

Excerpt from Coltishall Parish Council’s January Meeting 

Planning 

There were no objections to: 

Application 20161877. 41 Church Street, replacement windows and 

doors. 

Application 2016926. Ivor Cottages, 53 Rectory Road, single storey side 

and rear extension. 

Application 20161969. Football field, Rectory Road, replacement of 

existing floodlight with 15m unshrouded monopole to support 3 

telecommunications antennae, installation of 2 dishes, 3 ground-based 

equipment cabinets, and associated works. 

I n circulation : Application 20162065. 9 College Close, garage 

conversion/ extension 

All matters reserved for one detached three-bedroomed self-build 

dwelling, Appletree Cottage 21 The Hill Application 

K2610/W/16/3158087, 8a Addison Close, dismissed on appeal. 

Preschool 

Preschool leaders have worked hard to source funding for a fenced, 

outdoor play area. The work was completed before the children 

returned from the Christmas break, and it is already being well-used. 

Both children and their parents are delighted with this welcome facility, 

so congratulations to the Preschool leaders. 

Highways 

The pot-hole on Frogge Lane has been poorly repaired. Hautbois Road 

will not be gritted despite our frequent requests - two accidents had 

occurred within two days during December. Highways has also 

confirmed that it has no plans to consider a 30mph speed limit on the 

Hautbois Road. Vehicles are using the right hand road around the grass 

triangle on the Frogge Lane/Hautbois Road in spite of the sign, and 

coupled with speeding vehicles on Hautbois Road this is a potential 

accident site.. The white lines in High Street and near the Post Office 

have faded, so Highways will be asked to renew them. 

Phone mast 

Councillors had discussed this proposal following the public consultation, 

and agreed to continue with the scheme. Planning consent has been 

given by Broadland DC. Solicitors are preparing the necessary 

documents which will be studied before they are signed. 

Taking School Children to sing at 16 locations in the 

Community 

On Wednesday 14th and Thursday 15th December, 

Broadlands Rotary Club provided a minibus and 

driver for 12 pupils from St. John's Community Primary 

School at Hoveton and their teacher, Ann Roberts, to 

sing at different locations within the community. These 

included local care homes for the elderly, the Doctors 

Surgery in Wroxham and several private homes where 

householders, friends and family were able to hear them 

perform favourite Christmas songs and carols. 

The Children singing at our Rotary Club Christmas Lunch 

At lunchtime on Thursday the students came to our 

Rotary Club meeting to entertain the club members at 

their Christmas lunch. On Thursday Mrs Quinn, the Head 

Teacher also accompanied the students to hear them 

perform. 

Our Events in Early 2017 

January 29 th Rotary Young Musician Competition, 

Gresham's School, Holt 

March 9 th Charter Night (anniversary of the 

founding of the club in 1972) 

March 30 th 

Visit to Bletchley Park 

April 14 th Race Night: drinks and supper whilst 

placing your bets. 

If you would like to know more about our club and 

our events please contact me: 

annchantryprice@gmail.com, Tel: 01603 270478 / 01296 

660202 or visit our website: 

http://www.rotaryclubofbroadlands.org.uk 

Outdoor play equipment 

Quotations have been supplied for five items of equipment that are 

suitable for teenage and adult use, and Councillors agreed to accept 

Calloo’s quotation. The order has now been placed, for delivery and 

installation before Easter. 

Facebook page 

Is there an I.T.-savvy person out there who could help the Parish Council 

with a Facebook page please? We would like to promote the work of the 

Council to our village, and especially to younger people who may not 

know what we do. If you can help, please call the clerk Barbara Elvy on 

01508 558761. 

Next meeting is on Monday 6th March 2017 in the Village Hall 

Lounge at 7.30pm 

Clerk 

FOR SALE 

TASSIMO (T65) BOSCH Coffee 

machine with stand holder for 

coffees. Good condition £50 

Telephone 01603 737637 

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BROADLAND CHESS CLUB 

December report 

Chess has been very high profile in the 

news recently with the exciting World 

Championships taking place and Magnus 

Carlson retaining his title for the 2 nd time 

at the tender age of 26. However people 

of various ages enjoy playing chess 

whether as a hobby or at tournament 

standard. In the first of an occasional 

series of player profiles here is Heather 

Enid Wells’ story in her own words. 

commitments. 

In December the club held its Christmas party, a mini 

tournament open to all. There were three sections arranged by 

grade. The Fischer section was closely contested; the winner 

was Justin Singh with 5½/6, Heather Enid Wells was runner up. 

The Tal section finished with Tony Arnold and Robert Smith 

tied on 4/6. A game played under Armageddon rules gave first 

place to Tony. The Capablanca section was won convincingly 

by Ken McEwan, 7½/8, with Paul Badger and Roy Hughes equal 

second. 

Congratulations must also go to two of our Junior members for 

their recent tournament successes. Preethi Saravanan won the 

u-13 section of the Norfolk and Norwich Rapidplay and Darcy 

Pashley was second equal in the u-10 section. 

Broadland Chess Club as always welcomes new members and 

visitors to the club. We meet at the Kings Head, Coltishall on 

Mon/Wed nights @ 19:30 We can also be found on Facebook 

and Twitter” 

https://www.facebook.com/broadlandchess.club 

https://sites.google.com/site/broadlandchessclub “ 

Publicity Officer 

Heather on the Left and her friend Sally Marias at the Glass House 

." 

As we move into 2017 Broadland Bitterns are lying 3 rd in 

the Norfolk County Chess Association league, Division 1, and 

have reached the semi-finals of the Williamson Cup due to 

be played in February against Wymondham. 

January Report 

The internal club championships are still progressing, so lots of 

one to one games going on in the club room. This competition 

is divided into different levels to allow all players a chance to 

play and win! Too soon yet to predict the outcome though, 

towards the end of the season it can become frantic though as 

the players jostle for position and struggle to fit all of their 

games around the team and county schedules and 

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Wroxham Football Club 

Trafford Park, Skinners Lane, Wroxham… 

Happy New Year to everyone. 

Wroxham FC was formed in 1892 by Mr GE Preston of Beeston 

Hall. So, 2017 will be our 125 th year anniversary. There can’t be 

many clubs in the county who have such a long record behind 

them. We would like to celebrate this achievement and if any 

readers can help in any way, please contact Secretary Chris 

Green on 783936 or email secretary@wroxhamFC.com 

The 1 st team are not yet doomed to relegation despite 

effectively being 21 points from safety with little over 15 games 

left to play. It’s a big challenge but hopefully if we can put a few 

results together over the next month or so, we can get another 

great escape. Every game looks like being a “cup tie”! 

We must still play Brentwood (Away 7 th Feb) and Waltham 

Abbey (Home 11 th Feb) who look to be the most likely 

candidates to be involved in the relegation battle with us and 

Great Wakering. We have games in hand over all three teams, 

so win those and things could look much healthier. 

The reserves have reached the halfway stage but had a short 

Xmas break and returned to action with a 5-nil defeat at 

Mulbarton. Clearly too much Xmas cheer for some of our young 

players. But hopefully they will soon return to winning ways 

continuing to challenge for a high position finish in the Anglian 

Combination. 

No problems for the U18’s who got a good win away to 

Yarmouth in their first game of 2017 and are in 2 nd place in the 

East Division of the Thurlow Nunn Youth League. 

After being without a 1 st team shirt sponsor, Dynamic Group an 

employment agency has agreed to have their names on the 

shirts for the remainder of this season. Regency Security Group 

are also sponsoring rain jackets and tracksuits for the reserves. 

We are extremely grateful for the support of both companies. 

On Sat Feb 25 th we are holding a Race Night sponsored by 

Iconic Estate Agents and we also thank them and owner Chris 

Hall who now lives in Wroxham. Full details in poster below. 

These are usually good fun, so do come along. 

Full details of all club news is on our web 

site www.wroxhamfc.com or via Twitter 

@the_yachtsmen To book the clubhouse for an event 

please Tel 01603 783538/783936 or 

emailsecretary@wroxhamfc.com 

Wroxham Flower Club 

generally meets on the second Wednesday in the month at 7.30pm 

at The Church Hall, Wroxham. 

osemary Howell 

Refreshments follow the demonstration including excellent cakes. 

New members and visitors are very welcome. 

The meeting is on the February 8th when we have Brenda Tubb 

demonstrating arrangements entitled, “Another Fine Mess”, on 8th 

March Joanne Randall’s theme will be “Raindrops on Roses” and on 

12th April there will be a workshop for those who want to “have a 

go”. 

Brenda Tubb at a previous demonstration in the area 

If you would like further information we would be happy to hear 

from you or just come along on the night. 

Please contact: Chairman: 

on 722582 or 

Secretary: on 782063 

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There are many trials and potential new 

treatments for the condition which are hoped 

to slow down the course of the disease. 

Research studies ,technology research. 

General well being advice and support 

Eileen Cooper 

Eileen Cooper passed away at home 

in Rectory Road, Horstead at the 

age of ninety nine. Her Son Harry 

and family would like to thank 

Coltishall Surgery, Coltishall 

Pharmacy, the District Nurses and 

her carers for their help. Thanks 

also to Reverend Engelson, 

Broadland Funeral Service and the 

staff at the Recruiting Sergeant. The 

ongoing support of family friends is 

very much appreciated as was the 

attendance by so many at Eileen’s 

funeral. 

The Coman Family 

As you may know I read the Marlpit 

every month seeing what's going 

on, I did notice a while back that 

person was looking into their family 

tree "the Coman family well if they 

still read the Marlpit I can say that 

they are related to the Wells family 

as I am also, it would seem that a 

Florence Mary Coman married a 

certain Ralph Wells on Feb21 1932 

now from that can any of your 

readers know of a Matilda Spalding 

of that same year 1932 or of a 

Margaret Rushmen from the 

wedding of Claude Wells to 

Margaret Youngs on May 21 1934 

did the two women live in Coltishall 

or still live there but I think that it's 

too long ago for them to be still 

alive but someone could remember 

them, may be they worked at the 

Old Hall Coltishall 

Samaritans Purse 

On behalf of the 

Samaritans Purse, Sue 

Edmonson and Jill 

Blackburn, we would 

like to thank all those good people 

who made up Christmas Shoe 

Boxes this year. The children will 

have a pleasant surprise. 

This year we collected over 60 

boxes, combined with the units in 

Dereham and Norwich, 9100 have 

been sent altogether. 

Our dad was diagnosed 

with Parkinson's in 2014. 

He had shown some 

symptoms of shuffling gait 

and tremor for quite some 

time before he felt the 

need to approach the 

doctor for a diagnosis as 

he is very much of a man 

by nature who tries to 

cope and just carry on with 

as little fuss as possible. 

He has always been a 

proud, caring, independent 

man who stands at the 

head of our family so we 

realised the importance of 

ensuring these facts 

continue to define him not 

the label of a diagnosis of 

Parkinson's disease .He is 

and always has been the 

best dad any daughters 

could wish for and we want to show him how 

much we love, respect and support him in 

every challenge that life sends his way . 

Parkinson's uk support and research charity 

is totally dependent on donation, it offers 

one to one support and information to people 

with Parkinson's, their families and carers. 

,surveys and audits,drug trials volunteer 

support networks and groups with on-line 

discussion forums, information publications 

,help line and local advisors to name just a 

few of the outstanding work that is provided 

to support families just like ours. 

My sister and I used the traditional boxing 

day North Norfolk coastline sea dip as our 

plunge for Parkinson's to shout out to our 

dad to show how much we love him, while 

we raised awareness of Parkinson's and 

raised funds to support the continuation of 

all the great work behind this condition and 

to say dad we are so proud of you for the 

way you continue to face adversity everyday 

with your determination and positive nature, 

you are an inspiration. He battles to maintain 

his independence and this past year has 

been amazing in his support to our mum who 

has had her own health challenges to face . 

To date we have raised the sum of £300.00 

from our generous sponsors to which we 

would like to say a heart felt thank you . 

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Pink is the colour 

At Erpingham a caravan storage site has been the victim of 

theft. A total of 8 privately owned caravans being damaged, 

with the battery lockers being broken open and the battery 

being stolen. 

DC Andy Brown reminds you that a simple spray of florescent 

pink paint will make your batteries un-attractive to thieves. 

Whilst the offenders are on your land looking for stolen 

batteries, what else are they looking at? 

Are you leaving yourself vulnerable to further incidents? 

We would encourage all subscribers to Property Mark your 

items. This can be as easy as post-coding items or using 

products like SelectaDNA or Smartwater which can be easily 

applied to smaller items which helps identify them, combined 

with clear signage- this will dissuade thieves. 

Wildlife Crime: 

WildlifeCrime@norfolk.pnn.police.uk 

If you are aware of an incident or offence taking place there 

and then or shortly afterwards please dial 999. The above inbox 

will not be monitored 24/7 but it will provide you with a direct 

way to contact our Wildlife Crime Officers. We look forward to 

hearing from you. Your local Wildlife Crime Officers: 

PS Richard Bedder [Broadland] PC Jason Pegden and PC Stu 

Doe [Norfolk] 

Heating Oil Theft: 

In Cley next-the-sea, Great Dunham and Worthing we have 

taken reports of heating oil thefts. Large quantities of oil have 

been stolen at each location. 

Heating Oil tank alarms are openly available in DIY shops and 

on-line. They sound when the tank empties at too fast a rate. 

I would urge anyone with an Oil Tank to consider installing 

one. They can be fitted quickly and easily by most people and 

give a high level or reassurance that this will discourage any 

potential future thefts. 

Heritage Crime: 

St Peters Church at Ringland was targeted for lead theft. The 

alarm sounded when the thieves accessed the roof and were 

seen fleeing the scene on foot. 

In Snettisham, St Marys Church has been the victim of lead 

thieves. 2 rolls of lead were removed from the roof. Ladders 

were used to access the roof. 

Our heritage sites are at great risk from theft and vandalism. 

If you see or hear anything suspicious, anything that your not 

happy with, please report it as soon as you can on: 101. 

If you believe there is a crime in progress, occurring there and 

then, please dial 999! 

Rural Crime: 

The village of Upwell has seen some incidents over the weekend 

of the 7th and 8th of January. Number plates were stolen from 

a vehicle parked outside a private address and the Village Hall 

and Bowls Club had outside metal storage containers broken 

into. 

At Mundesley on the North Norfolk Coast an emergency signal 

flare was set off. A member of the IRB- Inshore Rescue Boat 

(RNLI) crew was able to ascertain that this was not an 

emergency situation but a boat had been broken into and one 

or more persons had set the flare off. Other items relating to 

the boat and theft were discovered close by. A second flare was 

located along the beach and made safe. 

Follow us: @RuralCrimeNfk #RuralCrime #WildlifeCrime 

Then & Now The editors are creating a gallery of pictures of the Marlpit area. 

Here we have two photographs kindly sent in by Peggy Duckworth. 

We would be pleased to receive your pictures of “Then and Now” of your own homes or local area - Not 

just views but people around the area too. It would be helpful if you could include a date and a little detail 

of were the picture was taken. Please send your photographs to magazine@themarlpit.com. Alternatively 

post (with return address) in the Marlpit boxes at the Post Office, Chemist or Farm to Fork and Fish. 

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Hoveton, Wroxham and District Gardening Club 

Gardening Tips for February 

Happy New Year to you all. 

At the time of writing the colder part of winter hasn’t arrived, although snow has been forecast. 

I have spotted some snowdrops on the outskirts of Norwich. 

February is the time to tidy up those odd jobs which haven’t yet been done. 

● Clear up remaining leaves or twigs which may have scattered after strong winds. 

● If you are planning any bare root planting like shrubs, roses and hedging this is better done this 

month, as long as the ground isn’t frozen. This is because plants need to anchor their roots to stabilize 

them and they will also then be able to draw nutrients and moisture for healthier growth. 

● Finish off any digging as long as the ground isn’t too wet. 

● Prune any remaining shrubs and deciduous hedges. 

● You can still divide up any perennials that are getting too large and incorporate some organic matter. 

● Prune down autumn raspberries or plant some new ones. 

● If you are growing potatoes, now is the time to select your varieties. Stand the tubers up, in a tray or 

box, in a cool, frost free environment. 

● If you don’t fancy doing a lot outside, tidy up your shed, clean your tools and labels and check your 

seeds. 

Our AGM was held at the end of November. David Hurrell, and 

Nick Roger have stepped down from team selection duties, 

with Rob James being elected as captain and Tony Elvin as vice 

captain. 

Due to the sad loss of our club President, Les Shingles, early 

last year, Brian Bell was duly elected as the new President. 

Brian has been a very valuable member of the club for many 

years. 

Thanks to Trevor for organising a post Christmas dinner at the 

Red Lion, which has taken place on 14th January. 

Happy New Year to all the Marlpit readers. 

(Publicity) 

Membership in this local 

branch continues to grow – 

reaching almost 100 now. 

Interest groups continue to 

flourish, ranging from 

Wroxham and District physical pursuits such as 

walking, bird watching and 

petanque, to the social gatherings of French conversation and 

dining out, to arts groups like photography, play reading and 

music appreciation, and to discovery activities like history and 

garden visits. Strategy games of chess and mah-jong are now 

up and Larger running. boat, which The next can general be taken meeting on a fire will be appliance. held at The 

Hub in Wroxham at 2.30 on Tuesday January 17 th , and will 

feature Peter Lawrence talking about ‘The Policeman's Lot’, a 

social view of policing from the Krays to the Crown. 

If you are interested in learning more about any of the 

activities run by the U3A, please contact the secretary Sue 

Badger on 01603 737572, or visit the website 

www.u3awroxham.co.uk. 

CREATE & SHARE 

Dates for Create and Share 

2017 

2nd. Monday of the month. 

2-5pm 

Church Rooms Coltishall 

13 th February 

13 th March 

10 th April 

8 th May 

12 th June 

10 th July 

14 th August 

11 th September 

9 th October 

13 th November 

11 th December 

Wroxham In Bloom 

Wroxham Parish Cllr Chris Hall is a man with a mission. Chris is 

Convener of the Council’s Recreation and Amenities Group and 

his mission is the brighten up our village. A number of 

residents have commented that the look of the village could 

be brighter. Chris is planning to set up a standalone “Wroxham 

in Bloom” as a project for the village this year. The Council 

have agreed to support this initiative so we are now inviting 

volunteers to help with running it and for practical gardening 

involvement. 

To put your name forward to help in whatever capacity 

be it planting or admin or if you would just like more 

information email: wroxham_pc@btinternet.com or 

call Chris Hall on 07919 335577 

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Frettenham New Farm Aviation Group 

From humble beginnings in a single portacabin in Frettenham New Farm Aviation Group is growing rapidly 

now boosting 5 portacabins and a barn !! And thinking of further expansion. Started approx 10 years ago 

by Mr Trevor Hewitt to exhibit his excavated parts of the crashed Liberator 'Belle of Boston' this was the 

first of many Liberator excavations all of which are on display. Also on display are remains from a Trident 

at Felthorpe ,a Heinkle from Salthouse and parts from a Canberra at Holt. These are but a few of the 

many and varied displays on view. After a slow start to 2016 ie) a quiet craft fair much work was carried 

out in preparation for our first open day. An excellent day was had by all. We also had the Norfolk Military 

Vehicle club present and raised a nice amount for roof repairs. Our road show visited Flixton’s aviation 

enthusiasts day and Old Buckenham air show along with Marsham’s Tractor day and Hethell museum s open day. Many new friends 

made and information gained. The next open day was another outstanding success. Two more craft fairs and a coffee morning 

including some craft stalls and grand draw finished the year on a good note. 

2017 will see the museum opening the second Sunday in the month from March to the public 

New members always welcome. We are on the Spixworth to Buxton road behind the flag poles and shed manufacturer. 

david.calver55@gmail.com 

THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION 

Patron: Her Majesty The Queen 

POPPY APPEAL ORGANISOR 

EGB06 

COLTISHALL & DISTRICT BRANCH 

On behalf of the Royal British Legion and Branch Members, I would like to pass on my very grateful thanks to everyone in the area 

for their support for this year's Poppy Appeal. 

The final total for House to House, Premises, Wreaths and donations in Buxton and Coltishall is: £5023.40p 

This is a truly amazing amount for our village communities and is achieved through the continued commitment and dedication of 

both collectors and local businesses. 

I would like to take this opportunity to express my grateful thanks to the house to house collectors who make a special effort year 

on year to make it all work. 

You know who you are! 

I am particularly grateful to Keith Lown and John Harding for assisting with the distribution and collection of the boxes and Bob and 

Sylvia Jennings for their guidance and support every year. 

The Poppy Appeal is not run by one person, but is successful only by many people giving of their time. My thanks to everyone 

involved for their continued help and support. 

,Poppy Appeal Organiser. 

Coffee Morning 

The next monthly COFFEE MORNING for 

Hoveton St John Church 

will be held in the Church on 

Wednesday 8 th February at 

10.30am 

There will be a raffle & bring & buy stall. 

Do come & enjoy a friendly chat with 

friends whilst enjoying coffee cakes & 

scones. 

A warm welcome awaits you 

HORSTEAD TITHE BARN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION 

Registered Charity No. 295787 

The Annual General Meeting of the Horstead Tithe Barn Community Association takes 

place on Thursday 23 rd March in the Hayloft at the Tithe Barn commencing at 7.30pm. 

This meeting is open to the general public and we would be pleased to see you there 

to enable you to have an insight into the running of the Tithe Barn. We would welcome 

your input and perhaps you would be willing to stand as a committee member. 

The AGM will be followed by a meeting of the elected committee. 

01603 737495 / sue@blackburn99.free-online.co.uk 

Horning Bridge Club meets regularly each 

Monday evening in Horning Village Hall – car parking available – 

and is actively looking for new members of all ages, but visitors 

are always welcome. Table money is currently £2 p.p. per 

visit for members and £3-50 for visitors, and this includes 

refreshments during the course of play. It is requested 

that members take their seats by 6.30 p.m. – we usually 

play for about three hours. 

The Club welcomes experienced and less experienced players 

alike. It is ideal for players who have completed their beginners’ 

courses and are looking for a friendly, relaxed and tolerant club in 

which to play more seriously. If you enjoy playing bridge, and live 

within driving distance, then why not come along as a visitor 

firstly, without any obligation or commitment?Obviously, 

you need to attend with your own partner, but if this is 

not possible, then we do have a Partner-finding 

Secretary who may be able to help. 

If you are interested, please contact , 

Chairman, on 781416 

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New Victory Hall Neatishead 

Welcome to the New Year - I hope all your aspirations and 

New Years resolutions come to fruition during the coming year. 

I am aware that some magazines did not have a January issue, 

so to those people for whom this publication is the first of 

2017, may I wish you all a belated Happy New Year. 

Our journeys around the villages in December, with Santa and 

his Sleigh, were very successful, made even better by the 

settled weather and it was a delight to see the expressions on 

the children’s faces. We are please to report that the total 

collected this year was £4,071.63, which is a new record. A 

sincere thank you to everyone who made a donation, no matter 

how small. Every penny collected goes into our charity account 

for the benefit of local deserving causes. 

The shop in the precinct had a very good December and thank 

you to you all who made donations of Bric-Brac, Christmas 

goods and clothing. 

The £100 shop charity draw for December went to Alzheimer’s 

Society, as nominated by Carole Osborne from Lammas who 

donated goods to our shop and that for January went to 

Friends of Horning School, nominated by Jodie Dixon of 

Hoveton. 

On the social side, at the first meeting of December we had our 

usual pre Christmas social evening with our partners and ex 

lions. During the evening we presented cheques of £1500-00 

each, to both The RAF Benevolent Fund (proceeds from our 

charity concert) and SERV Norfolk Blood Bikers who transport 

emergency blood and baby milk supplies between Hospitals in 

the Anglia Region (half the proceeds from the summer Tombola 

stall in the precinct) 

On Sunday January 22nd we held our annual Charter Lunch at 

the Old 

Rectory Hotel, Crostwick. where Lions members from other 

clubs joined us to celebrate our 41 years of Lionism. We had a 

very enjoyable lunch and a presentation of a cheque for £1500- 

00 was made to SSAFA, being the other half of the proceeds 

from our tombola stall. 

We are always looking for new members, so if you have a few 

hours to spare why not join us to help people in our community 

who are less fortunate than 

ourselves. It really is very rewarding. Just ring me 01603 

784093 or alternatively 01603 782002, which is the number for 

our membership chairperson Lion Suzanne Barnett. 

Lastly please remember to keep eye on any elderly or disabled 

neighbours during the winter months. 

Lion Terry Vou 

President 

FRIENDS OF COLTISHALL & SPIXWORTH SURGERIES 

We are a small group who organise a fund raising event once a year,to provide the surgeries with items which benefit both 

patience's and doctors. Some of the most recent items being the colourful new chairs for both Waiting Areas, also Drinking Water 

Dispensers and Phlebotomist chairs at Coltishall. These are just a very small number of items over the years, to many to list here. 

But WE NEED YOUR HELP to be able to carry on. Can you spare just one hour six times a year to join us at Coltishall surgery for 

a meeting. If so please contact Mo – telephone 01603 897506. 

We urgently need a Treasurer, could this be you(help and training can be arranged). If you can help with this 

position, please phone the number already given. This is your chance volunteer to help us keep up the Friends good 

work. 

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Hoveton House - Snowdrop Walk 

News From The Bell Tower 

No News this month, well maybe there 

was and maybe there wasn’t. 

If there was your Compilation Editor has 

got it wrong again, and if there wasn’t 

your Compilation Editor got it wrong again 

for not knowing there was no news. But, 

as they say No news is Good News. 

You cant get the Staff you know! 

SNOWDROP & ACONITE WALK 

WITH BRUNCH 

At 

HOVETON HOUSE 

Mr & Mrs Thomas Blofeld 

Invite you 

TO ENJOY A RELAXING STROLL IN THE BEAUTIFUL 

GARDENS 

ON 

MP Norman Lamb (Norfolk MP) and 

SUNDAY 12 TH FEBRUARY 2017 

From 

11.00am TO 2.00pm 

TICKETS £7.50 ADULTS ( CHILDREN UNDER 12 £3.00 ) 

PRICE INCLUDES 

WINTER SOUP 

BARBECUED HOT DOGS ( VEGGIE AVAILABLE ) 

GLASS OF WINE OR SOFT DRINK 

IN AID OF AUTISM ANGLIA 

AND 

ST JOHN’S CHURCH HOVETON 

FOR TICKETS AND INFORMATION TELEPHONE 

01692-630892 

TICKETS ALSO AVAILABLE ON THE GATE 

HOVETON HOUSE CAN BE FOUND OFF THE A1062 

HOVETON TO HORNING ROAD 

Note! This event is at Hoveton House not Hoveton Hall 

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WHB TWINNING ASSOCIATION 

We had a very pleasant evening on 13th 

January at Wroxham Barns for our 

annual Après-Noel dinner: good 

food, wine and company: many thanks 

for the organisation to Aileen, Helen 

and Sue. Getting ready now for our 

Quiz and Supper evening on 4th 

February in Wroxham Church Hall 

at 7.30pm, for which we have, already, 

a good number of teams so hurry and 

let us know if you still want to join in. 

It should be a very enjoyable evening 

with our usual delicious two-course 

supper and fun quiz, devised by our 

own Gill Hood, all for £9. 

So far, we have a record number of 

participants in our Twinning visit to 

France, 9-15th August this year, with 

over forty members wanting to go 

which is excellent, and quite a few 

children also. We have a very 

reasonable price from our coach 

company and have a lovely week in 

France to look forward with our 

French friends and a night near 

Versailles en route and an audio-guided 

tour of this magnificent chateau. Room 

for a few more if anyone else wants to 

join us. 

French Conversation has started a 

new project this year, reading Le Petit 

Prince, a French classic, and had a very 

enjoyable evening and made a good 

start at Marlene’s in Hoveton on 11th 

January. They will continue at Sheila’s 

in Wroxham on 8th February at 7.30. 

If you’d like more information contact 

Jane on 01603 782496 or 

jane@youatt.co.uk 

Book Club resumes on January 25th at 

Pat’s in Wroxham to discuss “The Girl 

on the Train” by Paula Hawkins, after 

a break in December for the festive 

season. Always the last Wednesday of 

the month, they will be at Helen’s in 

Tunstead in February. 

For any more information please 

contact us via our chairman, Peter, on 

01603 782733 or 

peter_c_milsted@talk21.com 

Sheila Milsted 

The Jubilee Players 

‘MURDER IN PLAY’ 

By Simon Brett 

Come and join us at The Horstead Tithe Barn for our early spring production. This 

comedy murder mystery will help throw off any lurking winter blues while 

challenging your little grey cells to work out who dunnit. 

Boris Smolensky’s budget repertory production is looking decidedly shaky. The 

cast are more interested in their egos than the play, and things go from bad to 

worse when a murder is committed. Relationships between the cast members are 

sorely tested as Boris insists that the production goes ahead despite recent 

events. Numerous red herrings will keep you, the audience, guessing and 

chuckling until the final moments of the action. 

‘MURDER IN PLAY’ 

By Simon Brett 

Will be performed at The Tithe Barn, Horstead 

On Wednesday 15 th , Thursday 16 th , and Friday 17 th February 2017 

At 7.30pm 

All tickets £6.00 available from: 

Sandra’s Salon, 18, Wroxham Road, Coltishall NR12 7EA 

Tel daytime: 01603 36676 evening: 01603 738764 

For further information, ring our secretary, Ros Chamberlin on 01603 736287 

or visit our website at www.jubilee-players.co.uk 

Steam Boat Falcon 

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40 years 

In September The Marlpit will be 40 years old so we are 

producing an Anniversary copy as well as what we so 

desperately hope will not be the last Marlpit. We ask all of our 

readers to take a step down memory lane and share anything 

that may be of interest that can be traced to a date between 

1977 and 2017. 

● A family event that made the local press 

● A sports team photo 

● A school year photo 

● A wedding photo in our local churches 

● The start or closing of a local business 

Just a few suggestions, certainly not limited to them. We also 

would like to hear from anyone who has been involved with the 

production of the magazine. Do you have any photographs 

of the production team of printers and staplers or funny 

memories [try to remember dates]. 

Are you a member of a club with archives? If so do you have 

any memories to share. Are you an ex member of a club that 

is no longer in place, do have any records or dates of closure? 

Do you have access to parish records from 1977 onwards if so 

may we access them to extract interesting snippets? etc etc 

By now you have an idea, we have mentioned just a few 

areas, we are interested in all areas of community life for the 

last 40 years. Please help us make a lasting record, we hope 

to have at least one page for each year so please sort out 

those drawers and albums for press cuttings of events in yours 

or your parents/grandparents lives to share with us all. 

We hope to produce the same amount as for the monthly 

magazine with an option to buy extra copies at cost price. 

Memorabilia can be left with any of the editors listed at the 

back of the magazine or in the post boxes in the Post Office, 

High Street Chemist, or Horstead Farm to fork & fish. Please 

put stuff in an envelope with your address on so we can return 

when we have scanned to our records. If possible note and 

date backs of photos and press clippings that do not have 

dates. 

We wait in anticipation, not just for new volunteers to carry on 

for another 40 years but news of those who have helped since 

the start. 

An example of what we would like is this press cutting 

Does anyone know the date? Some Clues, It was the 87 th 

birthday of Mrs May Riseborough, [2 nd left] Mrs Kate Yellop 2 nd 

right was 88 

Zero Day 

by 

David Baldacci 

David Baldacci 

I have a new favourite author and 

David Baldacci is it! Not only is he a 

‘hotty’ but a prolific writer of 

international best sellers! His books 

have been translated in forty 

languages and sold in more than 

eighty countries. His latest series of 

crime thrillers are based on the cases 

taken on by his new character, John 

Puller. He’s a combat veteran and the 

very best military investigator in the 

US Army’s Criminal Investigation 

Division. This novel takes place in West Virginia, which is 

called ‘The Mountain State’ because the whole state is in the 

Appalachian Mountains. These mountains contain coal that 

has been mined to support about five state’s electrical needs 

for over a hundred years. West Virginia is also known for its 

poverty and 

remoteness. From 

the six lane 

carriageway, it is a 

stunning place, but 

wander off into the 

back roads and a 

whole new level of 

deprivation and 

survival are blatant. 

It is in this setting 

that the bulk of this novel takes place. 

Puller is assigned to investigate a brutal murder of a high 

ranking military man and his family in a rundown hillbilly 

community far from any amenities such as hospitals or malls. 

He is partnered with the local homicide detective, a woman 

who is very deeply entrenched in her community and the 

people living in it. It is a good thing that he is a fast learner 

and well honed in his investigating skills as one deception 

after another is thrown at him. I believe that because it is the 

first of a series of books with John Puller as the main 

character, Balducci has taken time to include some of his 

experiences in combat - and always with a tie in to the crime 

at hand. Puller’s family takes a surprisingly important role in 

the book, so don’t be impatient as they appear throughout 

the novel. This book is fast paced and always a battle 

between good and evil. 

Just when I thought that the book was all wrapped up, I 

found that there were several more chapters. What’s this? 

It’s the best part of the whole book, that’s what it is! I never 

saw it coming and it just about blew me away like the 

explosions in the book. If you like an edgy thriller disguised 

as a murder mystery, that will whip you from one tense 

moment to another, this is a book you will thoroughly enjoy. I 

can’t wait to get into the next book in the series. What an 

exhilarating find! Susie 

Ed dp: Thank you Susie, I spotted the book at a Wroxham Scout book sale, 

thought about your review and gave it a try,. One ot those “don't put down, 

must read roller coaster rides” Baldacci also makes it so easy to imagine where 

he is writing about, the fact part of his fiction. 

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COLTISHALL & HORSTEAD W.I. 

2016 ended with a Bring and 

Share Supper. A warm, happy 

and entertaining occasion 

where members and their 

guests enjoyed a meal with 

something to suit every taste. 

This was followed by a 

wonderful guest speaker, 

Marko, who amused and 

fascinated us with both stories 

of his life in showbiz and 

cartoon drawings. If this 

wasn't enough Marko had us 

all producing our own 

cartoons. 

However, the evening was 

tinged with sadness as we 

were saying goodbye to Judi 

Howett and her husband, 

Chris. Judi has worked 

Judi with new president Rosemary 

tirelessly on behalf of the WI 

in many roles, latterly as our 

Secretary, and will be greatly 

missed by us all. We wish Judi 

and Chris every happiness in 

their new home. 

With a new year ahead it's 

time to look forward to what 

we will be doing in 2017. Our 

new programme has 

something for everyone with a 

variety of interesting and 

enjoyable events; as diverse 

as talks on beekeeping, The 

Woodland 

Trust and 

indian 

spices plus 

trips which 

will be 

organised 

during the 

year. 

If you are 

reading 

this and 

wonder 

what the 

WI is all 

about then read on: The 

Women’s Institute originated in 

Canada in 1897 with British 

branches being established in 

1915. Since then the WI has 

become the largest voluntary 

women's organisation in the UK 

with almost 220,000 members in 

approximately 6,300 branches. It 

is for women of all ages, religion 

and backgrounds providing them 

with educational opportunities, 

the chance to 

build new skills, to take part in a 

wide variety of activities and to 

campaign on issues that matter 

to them and their communities. 

On a personal level, although I 

only joined in May last year, 

being a member has enriched 

my life not only in terms of 

learning about new things and 

helping make new friends, but 

feeling part of a much bigger 

organisation which promotes, 

inspires and influences women's 

lives. 

Our branch meets in The Church 

Room, Rectory Road, Coltishall, 

on the third Wednesday of the 

month at 7.30 pm. Our next 

meeting is on 15th February 

when our speaker will be 

demonstrating sugarcraft. 

If you would like to join us as a 

guest at this or any other 

meeting please come along, 

you'll be assured of a warm 

welcome. You don't have to join 

there and then and this is a 

great opportunity to see if the 

W.I. is for you. Llook forward to 

meeting you there in the future. 

Please feel free to contact either 

myself or our President, 

Rosemary Pye (01603 738599). 

Secretary 

01603 737762 

Marko presenting Judi with his signature cartoon 

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Wiggly Worms 

Unfortunately it’s not just the garden where 

you might come across a wiggly worm. If you 

are often in the company of young children 

you may well get the pleasure of being asked 

to inspect their business in the toilet because 

they can see something “wiggling” in their 

poo (sorry there is no polite way of putting 

that). 

Luckily the human threadworm bears little 

resemblance to an earthworm. As the name 

suggests they are thin like a thread and are usually white in 

colour. Although commonly found in children under ten, they can 

infect any one and as I suspect the majority of people really 

don’t fancy worms in their bottom it is useful to know how to 

treat them. 

How do you know if you have them? The main symptom is 

lots of itching, especially around the bottom but it can spread to 

other areas of your nether regions. The itching is often much 

worse at night because this is when the females lay their eggs 

along with some mucus which causes irritation. 

The worms themselves are thin and white. Sometimes you can 

see them moving, but if you identify anything that looks like a 

worm then it is worth considering treatment. 

How do you get them? The reason it is so common in 

children is they tend to be a little less fastidious about washing 

their hands before eating. Worm eggs are easily transferable; 

usually they get under the fingertips of a sufferer and then are 

transferred to other surfaces. If these eggs are then ingested the 

worms are able to start reproducing in a new person. Washing 

hands regularly before eating or preparing food is a good way to 

break the cycle, paying special attention to cleaning under the 

nails. 

Treatment optionsThreadworms are easily treated and 

treatments can be bought over the counter in all Pharmacies. It 

is important to treat all the household members at the same time 

to stop a reinfestation later on. 

The drug of choice is mebendazole and is widely available as a 

chewable tablet. One tablet is usually sufficient to kill all the live 

worms and a second can be taken after fourteen days if 

required, you can ask your pharmacist whether this is advisable 

in your case. A liquid version is also available for those who 

can’t manage the tablet. 

Worms live for about six weeks. During this time it is crucial to 

pay particular attention to hygiene measures to prevent 

reinfection. Information can be found on NHS choices website, 

but includes making sure bedding, towels and clothing are all 

washed as soon as worms are suspected. Clean all surfaces 

thoroughly and make sure fingernails are kept clean, and where 

possible, short. Daily washing also helps to remove the eggs. 

Don’t blame your pets though – they aren’t responsible for 

threadworms. 

When should you see the Doctor? Usually threadworms can 

be treated successfully over the counter. The treatment isn’t 

recommended in children under 2 years or for pregnant or 

breastfeeding women, in these cases a visit to the GP may be 

required. 

If you have other symptoms associated such as weight loss, 

signs of bacterial infection, continued loss of appetite or the 

treatment hasn’t worked you should also go and see your doctor. 

Worms are very common so don’t be embarrassed about seeking 

advice, even if you are not sure that you have them. 

COLTISHALL PHARMACY 

30 High Street, Coltishall,NR12 7AA Tel: 01603 736784 

Crystal

WROXHAM SOCIAL CLUB 

FEBRUARY 2017 NEWSLETTER. 

A Happy New Year. So Much to look forward to in 2017. Come 

and join us. Get out and make new friends. Lots to do, fun to 

be had. Exercise your brain. We want to meet you. 

Events:- 4 th February Jeff’s Quiz n Chips 

11 th February Bingo 

18 th February Crib Drive 

25 th February Bar Quiz with Food 

4 th March Bingo 

11 th March Bring a Friend Social with Buffet 

18 th March Ten Pin and Horse Racing 

25 th March Bingo 

1 st April. Whist 

8 th April Darts Night with Buffet 

15 th April Bingo 

22 nd April Quiz n Chips 

29 th April The Chase 

13 th May. Jumble Sale [ Please start collecting together all your 

unwanted items.] 

Please Note: Quiz n Chips needs pre booking. (Phone 

Rosemary 419811) You don’t need to be a member.. 

Bingo starts 8pm. All other events 7-30pm. Quiz nights 7pm for 

7-30 start. Friday night is Darts night. 7.30pm. & Snooker. 

(Snooker available most nights.) 

Phone me. For more information. New Members over 16yrs. 

Membership is £26.for a year due in December, joining later in 

the year the fee is pro rata. Half price for 16-17year olds. 

Temporary Membership £5 per week. Deductable from full 

membership. 

We have two full size Snooker tables, Lawn Bowls, Table 

Tennis, Darts, cards etc are always available. Quizzes, Bingo, 

Whist etc. Club membership entitles you to all club events and 

facilities. Bowls, Leisure and Social. 

For more information please contact Rosemary Burdett 

(Chairman) 419811 or Jean Barnett (Bowls Secretary) 720810 

Or any other member or committee member. 

Church Rooms, Coltishall 

12:15 for 12:30 Wednesdays 

[BUT NOT IN AUGUST] 

CALL JOAN MILLIGAN FOR FURTHER 

DETAILS ON 737270 

During the year Horstead & Coltishall Community Lunch Club 

put a little aside so members can enjoy a free Christmas 

Lunch when they meet for the last time in December. 

Traditionally instead of paying for the meal a donation is 

made to a local charity. This year they chose St Martins 

Housing Trust for homeless people. In total £180 was 

collected. 

Since opening the 2nd week in January membership has taken 

another step upwards, with Marrgaret and Dapne who enjoyed 

sausage caserole and then shepherds pie before this was sent to 

the printers. 

We have a backlog of members who received birthday greetings 

and if we have missed anyone out no doubt we will be reminded 

Brian 

Di 

Marion 

Ann 

Paul 

Ruth 

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HOVETON, WROXHAM & DISTRICT GARDENING CLUB 

Friday 3 rd February, 7.30pm at Hoveton Village Hall. Come 

and join us for a helpful talk by Michael Ottaway & Sarah 

Tomkins on Tips for Shows. As experienced judges in the 

district they will answer any of your questions. After the 

meeting there will be refreshments, a raffle and time for a 

chat. Visitors welcome, £2. 

Brownies Brave Showers 

upper common. 

‘old’ news. 

On Sunday 20th November, two organisation came together in 

between showers to plant a wheel barrow full of daffodil bulbs on 

Coltishall Lower Common. 

Members of Coltishall Brownies led by Joanna French were invited 

by Coltishall Commons Management Trust led by Peter Croot 

became a slick team of planters after a short introduction and basic 

training given by Peter. His team were on hand with an array of hole 

making tools to prepare holes at the Anchor Street end of the Common. 

The weather was kind as heavy rain preceded the event and more 

arrived as everyone was on their way home. 

Another event planned for the day after on the upper common by the 

Central Island filling Station and River room was called off because of 

the forecast of rain and high winds. Wind is a big concern here and 

the School who were providing the planters were rightly concerned 

about the branches breaking off the large poplar tree. Another date is 

fixed for Thursday 24 th at 2pm. 

For more information about Coltishall Brownies Jo, can be contacted on 

07808 286293 and for more about The Coltishall Commons 

Management Trust call Peter on 01603 737427 

Ed Note: Willow Class feature elsewhere planting bulbs on the 

Both activities took place just after the Dec/Jan issue went to print is the reason it seems such 

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Coltishall and Horstead Sunday School It was with great sadness that I decided to retire, in December, 

from leading the Coltishall and Horstead Sunday School. I 

began helping Connie Wilson in 1977 which is 40 years ago. 

During that time such a lot has happened and I have so many 

happy memories. There have been Nativities in Coltishall, 

Horstead and Hautbois churches. We planted trees, now 

flourishing near the Village Hall and the football ground. In 

the1980's we began sponsoring, through Action Aid, an 

African child the first one was Amy who lived in Sierra 

Leonne. Then there was Rogers, and Mercy in Malawi. In 

1999 Michael and I visited Rogers in Malawi. It was a very 

memorable visit. We hadn't realised how very poor these 

people are but also how happy. Nora Hall has kindly taken 

over the Sunday school from me and is happy for me to 

continue encouraging the children to support Mercy. 

We have also had lots of concerts in the church, parties in my 

garden, my house, and the church rooms. 

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you for 

supporting me —my dear friend Iris, all the mums, dads, and 

grandparents and all the people in the village who have 

helped with fundraising events and of course the children, 

A recent photo of Jill in the Centre with he friend and fellow Sunday School there must be a lot since 1977! And I have loved them all 

teacher Iris ‘Snelling on the front row 

God bless you all 

Coltishall Primary School 

Planting Spring bulbs with Willow Class. 

A barrowful of bulbs, a group of experts on hand, a beautiful autumnal afternoon 

and twenty seven excited and joyous children not to mention the accompanying 

adults – what better way to spend a Thursday afternoon in mid-autumn sunshine! 

Great fun was had by one and all. The children listened attentively to the 

instructions and then off they went – such freedom to plant their bulbs where they 

wished and as many as they could manage. We had three different areas to plant 

and the children showed their engagement and delight throughout! 

We adults agreed that we would return in the Spring to celebrate and 

enjoy the children’s enthusiastic planting. Learning can happen when the 

experience is memorable and our Year 1 children are still talking to Mrs 

Spooner about their afternoon on the Common. Bring on the Spring! 

Mrs Bates 

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Five wins from seven since the last Marlpit article saw the 

Vikings maintain their challenge for a top four finish in London 

One North. Ahead of their 21 January visit to unbeaten 

runaway leaders Tring, the Vikings were fifth on fifty six points; 

third placed Chingford, who play at Scottow on 28 January, 

had three more points and Brentwood, in second, eight. 

The Vikings began 2017 with two big wins, Chelmsford 52 -14 

away and Barking 62 -3 at home, scoring eighteen tries in total 

Will Hodgson 

including six for Will Hodgson (pictured). Their second half 

performance against Barking was arguably their best of the 

season so far, running in seven tries including four in ten 

devastating minutes. 

Matt Hodgson was December's Chalk Hill Brewery Player of the 

Month, the second time he has won the award this season. 

Head of Rugby James Brooks said of the fly half, "Matt's play 

shows a maturity far beyond his years. He implements game 

plans well, is always looking to learn and improve, and gives 

110% at training sessions and in matches." A UEA law student, 

Matt is in his second season at Scottow and relishing the 

environment there commenting," I'm really enjoying being part 

of this squad. The coaching support is good with training very 

focussed on developing both individual and team skills. We are 

maturing as a team, learning how to win close games and 

building towards a top four finish." 

The Youth teams have begun their campaigns in various 

County and Regional Cups with the Under 15s already assured 

of a place in the Norfolk Plate Final following wins over 

Norwich and Lowestoft & Yarmouth, whilst the Under 14s beat 

West Norfolk in their Norfolk Cup game. Meanwhile the Colts 

had a solid win over Holt in a friendly. The Minis have been 

back in action too after the Xmas/New Year break. New players 

of all ages are welcome, contact Al Hepburn: 

ahepburn.vikingrugby@gmail.com 

After the Chingford match on 28 January the Vikings next 

home game is against Fullerians on 18 February; kick off for 

both will be 3.00 pm, there is ample free parking available. 

www.pitchero.com/clubs/northwalsham 

Paul Morse 

Photo by Hywel Jones; 

As many of you may already be aware there has recently been 

an outbreak of Canine Parvovirus in Norwich. In fact, it was 

probably the most significant that I can remember during my 

time working in Norfolk. Parvovirus first reared its head in the 

UK as an epidemic in the 1970’s and resulted in the death of 

thousands of dogs during a short period of time. Since then 

vaccination has brought the disease under control and these 

days we fortunately only see isolated outbreaks from one year 

to the next. The virus most commonly affects unvaccinated 

young dogs causing potentially fatal immunosuppression, 

vomiting and diarrhoea. However, where there is a high 

enough viral burden or immunosuppressed animals it can 

cause disease in adult dogs, and this was the case in the 

recent outbreak. 

So what can we do? The simple answer is to ensure we 

vaccinate our dogs sufficiently. It is thanks to vaccination that 

we have almost eradicated many diseases such as Canine 

Distemper, but failure to continue to maintain vaccination 

status will inevitably lead to recurrence of some diseases. 

Parvovirus is a good example of one such disease because it 

can survive in the environment for years at a time. There has 

been a public recent trend towards avoiding vaccinations as 

some deem them as unnecessary. Although there is some truth 

behind the concept that some dogs maintain life-long immunity 

following their first 2 years annual 

vaccinations it is not the case for all 

dogs, which means missing 

vaccinations can leave some pets 

unprotected. There are also some 

diseases which all dogs require 

regular vaccinations for even if they 

are still immune to others. This is 

the reason behind annual boosters 

and why we always recommend that 

dogs are either blood tested to 

check their immune status or 

maintained with annual 

vaccinations. 

With this in mind Westover Vets are offering a vaccination 

amnesty during the months of January and February where 

vaccination courses that have lapsed can be restarted for the 

price of an annual booster. For any more information please 

contact us at the surgery. 

Toby Morrell 

MRCVS Westover Vets 

All in the Translation 

From a Turkish Hotel… 

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The Preston Rooms 

The Village Hall 

The Christmas Thank you was once 

again a great chance to meet up with 

everyone and enjoy a mince pie and 

glass of mulled wine. It is an 

opportunity to thank everyone who 

supported the Preston Rooms over the 

last twelve months. Your support is very 

much needed to keep the hall open and 

available for everyone, and we hope to 

see more of you in 2017! 

The committee are once again putting 

their heads together to produce a 

programme of events for the coming 

year. On the subject of planning for the 

year ahead, don’t forget we offer a really 

good hire rate for Birthday parties etc. 

Information, availability etc can all be 

obtained from our Bookings Secretary, 

Pam Culley on 01603 782041. 

Don’t forget the regular clubs this winter. 

Why not come along and join the 

Gardening Group on the 4 th Wednesday 

of the month 1.30pm to 3.30pm or Close 

Knit Knitting Group every Friday, 1pm to 

3pm. 

Lastly, don’t forget to look out for 

posters around the village listing the 

events for 2017. 

Sue Watts Secretary 

POP 

UP 

CAFÉ 

Tuesday 2 nd February 

10 - Noon 

Tithe Barn, Horstead. 

Now a 1 st Tuesday must for 

lots of regulars swapping tales 

and fellowship, why not come 

and give us a look 

LOOSE CHANGE RAISES £1538.48 FOR 

MENINGITIS RESEARCH FOUNDATION 

Through the Marlpit, my Family and I 

want to thank Landamore’s Fish & Chip 

Shop in Coltishall for collecting the 

fantastic amount of £1,538.48 for the 

Meningitis Research Foundation in 

memory of my two Sons, Ryan and Joe, 

by having a collection tin on their shop 

counter. 

The generosity of their customers is 

amazing and when you think it’s only 

loose change that is being donated, it 

has amounted to such a fantastic total 

and is still 

ongoing. 

Mark Landamore 

and Jane Ballard 

have been great 

supporters of my 

family and the 

Meningitis 

Research 

Foundation over 

the past 5 years 

and we are 

always so 

grateful for their 

support. 

26 years ago, I had the joy of 

welcoming twins into the 

world, Holly and Joe, but sadly, 

8 weeks later, Joe became 

unwell and within hours we 

had lost him to Pneumococcal 

Meningitis. 

Then just 5 years ago, whilst studying at 

University in Sheffield, my 19 year old 

Son Ryan went to bed feeling ill with flulike 

symptoms and didn’t wake up again. 

He had contracted Meningococcal 

Meningitis. A deadly strain, if not caught 

early. 

Through our deep sadness and 

devastation that had been ensued on our 

Family, we have raised almost £90,000 

for the Foundation in Ryan and Joe’s 

memory and we will continue our 

personal fundraising as a way of fighting 

back at the disease that cruelly took my 

children. 

There was alot of media coverage last 

year concerning the MenB vaccine and 

you may have seen that there was a 

massive petition to get the vaccine 

available freely to all children. Just to 

clarify, the Meningitis B vaccine has been 

introduced into the infant immunisation 

programme, meaning that all babies born 

since September 2015 will now have this 

vaccine alongside the other vaccines 

normally given at that age. 

Unfortunately, it is still not available 

freely for children, students and young 

adults, who are the most vulnerable ages 

to contract the disease. It is however, 

available privately at a cost of 

approximately £200/£300 - a fee that my 

3 children and 4 grandchildren had to 

pay to have some peace of mind and 

although no vaccine is 100% effective, 

it’s a small price to pay. 

Students of the age of 14-16 and 

University Freshers have been able to 

have a free vaccine to cover strains ACW 

& Y, but this vaccine does not cover 

strain B, the deadliest strain of all. 

However, the MenB vaccine does cover 

all of these strains. 

By donating this money to the 

Foundation, will help to enable them 

continue to research the disease and 

fight to get the vaccine widely available 

for all those who need it and for free. 

Please remember - It doesn’t just happen 

to other people – it’s a 

very real and frightening 

disease that can mimic flu 

and a general feeling of 

unwell and can frequently 

go undetected by medics. 

I would advise everyone to 

make themselves aware of 

the symptoms and trust 

their instincts. 

There are still strains for 

which there is no vaccine 

available and there will still 

Joe 

be people who are not 

protected by these vaccinations. 

I will never come to terms with losing my 

boys to this dreadful disease, but by 

raising awareness, this will hopefully save 

lives in the future. 

Thank you once again to Landamore’s 

and their customers for your continued 

kindness and generosity. It means so 

much to everyone affected by Meningitis 

and to future generations that will benefit 

from the research and support given by 

the Foundation. 

Coltishall 

If you need any further information 

on symptoms or vaccinations, 

please go the MRF website: 

www.meningitis.org 

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The Probus Club of Broadlands is a fellowship club for men who 

are retired or semi-retired. We meet on the last Wednesday of 

every month between 12.15 and 15.00 at The Norfolk Mead 

Hotel, Coltishall for drinks, a delicious chef cooked lunch and a 

guest speaker presentation on a variety of local and general 

interest subjects. 

At our last meeting on 30 th November we welcomed our guest 

speaker Roger Jones a volunteer for Norfolk Wildlife Trust 

(NWT) 

Roger gave us an informative and interesting summary and slide 

show of the twenty-three species of wild orchids that can be 

found in and close to Norfolk. All of which are protected by law 

and should not be removed or cut when discovered (photos Ok 

of course) 

He began by giving us an overview of the current NWT 

structure: 

The NWT is the oldest County Wildlife Trust (now in its 90th 

year). Their first purchase of 435 acres has now grown to 

100,000 acres. Currently they employ around 70 staff and 1200 

volunteers to help receive over 300,000 visitors per year to their 

34 reserves It has nominated 1300 County Wildlife Sites and 

monitors 112 Roadside Nature Reserves and is participating in 

the Wildlife Trusts ‘Living Landscapes’ Project. 

Main Benefits of NWT Membership 

Access to all reserves and visitor center 

Natural World magazine 3 times a year 

Run 8 local members’ groups in Norfolk, promoting organized 

walks and arrange presentations/talks/discussions at a variety of 

local venues. 

Roger then introduced us to a variety number of local orchids 

which can be found in woodland, churchyards, heaths, coastal 

dunes and even our own garden…bee, broken flowered red, 

common spotted, marsh, early marsh, marsh fragrant, butterfly, 

bird nest, cochinae, pyramidial, southern marsh, leopard marsh, 

narrow leaf marsh, fen, to name but a few. 

A variety of colours, shades, shapes and sizes, growing from 

one inch (amazing!) to three feet and more perked our interest. 

LADIES SLIPPER ORCHID 

(cypripedium calceoluo) 

The above orchid extremely 

rare orchid was at once almost 

extinct until it was found by 

chance growing in Yorkshire in 

the 1930’s 

It’s location was a closely 

guarded secret, and given 

special security when 

showcased at the Chelsea 

Flower Show. This orchid is strictly protected by wildlife laws. 

Following questions from our members we thanked Roger for 

his visit and look forward to hearing more from the NWT in 

future meetings. 

The Probus Club of Broadlands is always keen to welcome new 

members, or to hear from those who would like to know more… 

We look forward to meeting and greeting you at one of our 

future meetings. 

Contact Steve Robb on 01603 736597(President 

2016/17) 

Or Neil Seale-Jones on 01603 666159 (club secretary) 

Wroxham Bure Valley 

May we start this month by wishing all 

our readers a prosperous 2017, and to 

say a huge thank you to everyone who 

supported us and our charitable fund 

raising throughout the last year. 

We had two incredibly successful fund 

raising events that raised big sums of 

money for our selected charities. Our 

“win a car” raffle was won by John Beck 

from Norfolk who had purchased his 

winning ticket, number 04939 at the 

Norfolk Show. After deducting the cost 

of the car itself which was generously 

reduced in price by suppliers NMG of 

Norwich, we made a superb £7541 to be 

split among our designated charities, 

East Anglia Air Ambulance, East Anglia 

Children’s Hospice Nook Appeal, End 

Polio Now, with the last quarter being 

shared amongst a number of other local 

charities supported by our rotary club. 

Equally successful were our Santa 

collections with almost £3000 raised, 

again split between EAAA, EACH and 

other local charities supported by our 

club. By the time you read this, 

presentations will have been made so 

there should be photographs next time. 

Now it is time to start looking 

forward to what 2017 has in store, and 

we have a special treat for everyone in 

March. We are fortunate to have a one 

off opportunity to hear the Derbyshire 

Constabulary male voice choir 

performing a varied selection of music at 

St. Catherine’s Church, Ludham, on 

Saturday, 25 th March 2017 at 7.30 

p.m. Tickets cost just £10 and 

refreshments are available. Tickets are 

Day 1 sure to sell out quickly so to Day get 2yours 

now contact Hazel Eady on 01692 

670616, Thrower’s (Ludham), Abbott’s 

Estate Agents (Wroxham) or any 

Wroxham Bure Valley Rotary Club 

Member. All proceeds are in aid of 

Rotary Supported Charities. 

Looking further ahead, we are planning 

a grand garden party and barbecue in 

the grounds of Sloley Hall with the 

chance to hear award winning Hayley 

Moss, supported by another local 

performer Terry Adams. This all takes 

place on 10 th September – details 

about tickets will follow. 

Wroxham Bure Valley Rotary Club 

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support the Stuart Delph award, given 

annually by Broadland High School to a 

pupil when they leave for an outstanding 

contribution to the school and the local 

community, and congratulate this year’s 

winner Kelly Hendley. We are also busy 

with the organization for this year’s 

technology tournament at the school 

which takes place in March 

We are always pleased to welcome more 

new members into the club - you can 

pop along and meet us any Monday 

evening if you fancy finding out a bit 

more about us and what we get up to, 

but please contact our secretary Anne 

Kittle in advance on 07887523071 to 

check the meeting details and so we can 

ensure we have food for you. Visit our 

web-site on www.wroxhamrotary.org.uk 

for more information and details of our 

exciting programme for the first half of 

2017, or our Facebook page on 

www.facebook.com/wroxhamburevalleyr 

otaryclub or contact our president, 

Rosemary Youngs on 01603 717272. 

There is no better way to give 

something back to the local 

community...and no better time 

than now. 

Peter Milshed

Wroxham Library 

“Not just books” 

February 

Social Activities and events at 

the Library 

Bounce and Rhyme Time is now 

every Wednesday, (except for school 

holidays), at a new time of 10.30 – 

11.00am. Songs and rhymes for 

babies, toddlers, parents and carers. 

FREE 

Harry Potter night - Thursday 2nd 

February 4-5pm. 

Dress us in your best wizard robes or 

muggle mufti and come along for some magical fun and games 

to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the publication of ‘The 

Philosopher’s Stone’! For 5+. Free, though places are limited so 

booking is essential. 

Get Digital Tablet Course - Come and learn how to use a 

tablet device, (bring your own or borrow one of ours). The 

course is four sessions on Thursday 9th, 16th, 23rd, 

February, 2nd March, 2-5pm 

The cost is £20 per person for all four sessions. Phone the 

library or pop in to book. 

Shared Reading - Wednesday 15th, 22nd, February and 

for the following four weeks, 2-3pm. Enjoy the power of great 

stories and poems read aloud over a cup of tea. For people 

wanting to meet others, lift their mood and enjoy something 

new. If you would like to come, but don’t get out and about 

easily, please contact us – we may be able to help with 

transport. 

Get-Crafty - Saturday 11th February, 10.30 – 12pm. 

Come along and try your hand at simple but creative craft 

activities using paper and fabric in a friendly and informal group. 

Dementia friendly. £3 per session to cover cost of materials. 

Booking is advised – pop in or call the library on 01603 782560. 

Colour me Calm - Tuesday 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th, 

February 2-3pm. Not just for children, Colouring is now 

recognised as a relaxing and enjoyable way to promote Well 

being. Come along to Wroxham Library to join our new 

Colouring Circle! This activity is Dementia friendly - Carers 

welcome. Templates and colouring materials provided, though 

feel free to bring your own. 

Wroxham Parish Council Surgery - If you are a Wroxham 

parishioner and have an issue or a parish query, pop along to 

the library to speak to Councillors from Wroxham Parish Council 

on Saturday 4th February 10 -11.30am and Saturday 4th 

March. This is a drop in surgery and so no appointment is 

necessary. 

Family History. Use our free access to Find My Past and get 

advice from Diane, our family and local history expert by 

booking a half hour session on Fridays from 6-7.30pm. 

Knit and Natter – come along to our informal gathering. 

Thursday 2nd and 16th February 2.00- 4.00pm, please 

bring your own project. 

Crib Club (Cribbage card game) – new players welcome - 

Thursday 9th February 2.00-4:30pm. Please bring your own 

board and cards if you have them. 

Scrabble Club meets on the last Thursday of each month from 

2.00-4.30pm. (23rd February) All welcome 

Contact us by phone on 01603 782560, Drop-in, 

10-5 Monday – Saturday and late opening till 

8pm on Fridays. Email us at 

wroxham.lib@norfolk.gov.uk 

UNITED REFORMED 

CHURCH 

Minister Rev Bruno Boldrini. 

94 Welsford Road NR4 

6QH 

Tel:01603 458873 br1.boldrini@gmail.com 

Secretary: Lynne Howard, 01603 738835. 

lmhoward100@btinternet.com 

Services and Events in February (all at the Hub 

unless stated otherwise) 

Sun 5th , 11am 

Revd Bruno Boldrini 

Sun 12th, 11am 

Long 

Sun 19th, 11am 

Michael Green 

Sun 26th 11am 

Boldrini 

Communion Service led by 

Service led by Mr George 

Family Service led by Mr 

Service led by Rev Bruno 

Coffee is served after each service. Please do join us! 

Our weekly Community Café on a Thursday 10.30-12.00, is a 

great opportunity to meet up with friends over a coffee and slice of 

homemade cake. It’s free – all we ask for is a small donation 

towards the costs. All are welcome! 

JAM (our Sunday Kids Club) is always open to new children for fun, 

cooking, games, crafts and Bible stories. Please contact Chris Billing 

at chris.billing@ukbis.com or phone 01603 783992 for more details. 

This month JAM meets on Sundays 5 th and 26th February 

from 10.45 to 12.15 in the Church Hall 

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Library Van visit the Church car park on 3 rd February 

between 11:15 & 11:45am 

Baby Clinic is held on 4 th Thursday and is on February 23 rd 

between 1:00 & 2:30pm 

New Year from Badersfield Community 

Church. 

February Diary 

Weekly events: 

Tinies to Tots Toddler Group 

Mondays 10.30 – 12.00 For Badersfield families. Main Hall. 

We offer a range of play and craft activities, time to meet other 

parents/carers and chat. We welcome new mums. Snack and 

circle time. Small charge to cover costs. First visit free. 13th 

Closed for half term. 

Slice of Life Community Coffee Morning 

Fridays. 11.00 – 12.00 Open to all. Meet in Community 

Church Hall. We offer a warm welcome to regular and new 

customers of all ages. Enjoy excellent fresh fair trade coffee and 

freshly baked savoury and sweet refreshments. Toys available 

for children. Bring a visitor, coffee is on the house! 

4th Fridays are for Charities. Let us know if you have a 

favourite charity and we will raise money for you. 

Badersfield BreastFeeding Support Group. 

Fridays 10.15-11.15am In the Church Prayer Room. Open to 

all. New and experienced mums meet to support each other. 

Becks is on hand with specific advice and signposting. Also try 

FaceBook page for online support. Lending Library. Join Slice of 

Life afterwards is a bonus! 

Rainbows meet weekly term time only in the Church on 

Thursday between 5:30 & 6:30pm 

Sunday Services are open to all 

5th Family Big Breakfast 9.30 – 11.30am. Main Hall. Time 

to enjoy family and be with friends and relax over a continental 

style breakfast and bacon or sausage baps, served with coffee 

and teas. Sets you up for the day! 

12th Morning Praise. 10.30am Main Hall. Informal Café 

style worship contemporary style; and conversations on faith 

and life. 

19th Twilight Praise 4.00pm In the prayer Room. An 

opportunity to explore and think about life issues and what the 

bible can teach us. 

26th Celltic style Holy Communion 10.30am. Main Hall. 

We share bread and wine, with songs, readings and fellowship 

central to our faith. 

8th Messy Church on Second WEDNESDAY of the month. 

4-6pm. For all local school children & families. Main Hall. 

Church for families. Fun, games, stories and craft activities 

based on a special theme. Small charge. Light meal included. 

Warm welcome. 

15th Community Lunch Club 12.30- 2.00pm. Open to all. 

Main Hall. Open to all. Two course lunch suggested price £5 

including coffee to finish. Generous portions of freshly cooked 

menu, served by students from Douglas Bader School. Try us! 

Ring Office: 01603738634. 

Email: vicar.steds@btconnect.com 

Face Book Badersfield Community Church 

SUNDAY SCHOOLS Coltishall and Horstead 

We meet each Sunday in term time from 10.00 to 11.00am in the Church Room, Rectory Road, Coltishall, apart from the first 

Sunday in the month when we are at the 10.00am Family service in Coltishall Church. Children of Primary School age are welcome 

to join Sunday School for fun with craft, stories, songs as we learn about Jesus. Just come along or phone Jill Blackburn 737442 

Tiddlers Baby & Toddler Group, 

Horstead Tithe Barn 

9:45-11:30am 

Tiddlers is on 1 st 

February, with a lunch 

after the group for anyone 

who would like to stay. 

There won’t be Tiddlers 

on 15 th February as it will 

be half-term. 

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Coltishall Horstead Hainford Frettenham Stratton Strawless 

Great Hautbois 

St John the Baptist All Saints All Saints St Swithins St Margarets 

WORSHIP IN THE BENEFICE IN FEBRUARY 2017 

Wednesday 1 st February Readings; Hebrews 12:4-7, Mark 6:1-6a 

10.00am 

Holy Communion at St John’s, Coltishall 

St Theobald’s aka 

St Mary’s 

Sunday 5 th February CANDLEMAS (transferred from 2 nd February) 

Readings; Hebrews 2:14-end, Luke 2:22-40 

8.00am 

Holy Communion at All Saint’s, Horstead 

9.30am 

Morning Prayer at All Saint’s, Hainford 

10.00am 

Family Service at St John’s, Coltishall 

11.00am 

Holy Communion at St Swithin’s, Frettenham 

Sunday 12 th February 3 rd Sunday Before Lent 

Readings; Deuteronomy 30:15-20, 1 Corinthians 3:1-9, Matthew 5:21-37 

10.00am 

Benefice Service of Holy Communion at St Swithin’s, Frettenham 

Sunday 19 th February The 2 nd Sunday Before Lent 

Readings; Romans 8:18-25, Matthew 6:25-34 

8.00am 


9.30am 


9.30am 


11.00am 


4.00pm 

Evening Prayer at St John’s, Coltishall – with hymn & prayer 

requests. Just come along & have some time with God before the 

new week. 

Sunday 26 th February Sunday Next Before Lent 

Readings; 2 Peter 1:16-21, Matthew 17:1-9 

9.30am 

Holy Communion at All Saint’s, Hainford 

9.30am 

Morning Prayer at All Saint’s, Horstead 

11.00am 


11.00am 

Morning Prayer at St Swithin’s, Frettenham 

4.00pm 

Evensong at St Margaret’s, Stratton Strawless 

Wednesday 1 st March LENT BEGINS 

Readings; Isaiah 58:1-12, 2 Corinthians 5:20b-6:10, Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21 

10.00am 


7.30pm 


Sunday 5 th March 

1 st Sunday in Lent 

Readings; Romans 5:12-19, Matthew 4:1-11 

8.00am 


9.30am 


10.00am 

Family Service at St John’s, Coltishall 

11.00am 


Sponsored Floodlighting St John the Baptist Church Coltishall 

February 19th 

David and Judy Francis remembering Dorothy Francis 

We would be pleased to receive entries for Births, “Big” birthdays and anniversaries as well as in memoriam remembering 

loved ones. Ring Jill for help with this. Floodlighting entries and enquiries to Jill Blackburn Tel: 737 442 

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FROM THE REVEREND 

CHRISTOPHER ENGELSEN 

Dear friends, 

I hope you all had a peaceful 

Christmas…that may all seem in the 

distant past now we are in February. 

The shepherds have returned to their 

flocks, the wise men gone back to 

their kingdoms, 

and Mary, Joseph and Jesus have 

left Bethlehem –fleeing as refugees 

(what’s new?)-before eventually 

returning to Nazareth where Jesus 

grows up. But in Church we have 

one last look at Christmas (with our 

cribs still up) and a look ahead to 

the forty days of Lent as we get 

ready for Easter, via the cross of 

Good Friday. 

This one last look back and looking 

forward happens in the service of 

Candlemas on Sunday 5 th 

February, which all our churches are 

keeping, and it will be the theme of 

the 10am Family Service at 

Coltishall-and , as the name 

suggests-we will have candles. 

Christmas may be gone –but the work 

begins now! God’s work of bringing his 

light to the world around us. So do 

join us at a Candlemas service (The 

Presentation of Christ) and be present 

as a light in the world. 

How will you, how will I, bring light to 

others? We all can do that in various 

ways. The Good Neighbours volunteers in 

supporting others; our offering of support 

and friendship, being positive and hopeful 

in a dark world, praying for peace, being 

thankful for the blessings we have where 

we live…and just valuing the good that is in 

you and others, -these can all be the candle 

you carry in which Christ can shine. 

I will be in the Red Lion on Tuesday 14 th 

February from 10.30am until 11.30am and 

all are welcome to join me for a chat or to 

share any concerns. 

There will be a Prayer Walk on Thursday 

16 th meeting at Coltishall Church at 

11.00am and going to St Theobald’s (AKA 

St Mary’s) Church, returning to Piece of 

Cake for those who want a warm up. 

All are welcome to come to the Lent 

Lunches at the Rectory (soup and a roll) 

each Tuesday in the season of Lent, 

starting Tuesday 7 th March at 12.30pm 

until 2.00pm. We shall be hearing about 

ways of praying and knowing God more 

deeply. Do join us on the spiritual journey. 

Just come along. 

If anyone would like me or my colleague 

The Revd Keith Dignum to visit them-to let 

us know. We are willing to visit those in 

hospital, or who are at house bound, or to 

visit anyone who would like prayer or just a 

listening ear. All are welcome to our 

services. 

All good wishes 

Roman Catholic Parish 

Parish Priest: Father James Walsh, 4 Norwich Road, North Walsham 

Tel. Number: 01692 403258 

Parish Website: www.sacredheartnorthwalsham.com 

Sunday Mass 

Sacred Heart Church, Kings Arms Street North Walsham 

11.00 a.m. 

St John of the Cross Church, White Hart Street Aylsham 9.00 a.m. 

St Helen's Church, Horning Road West, Hoveton Saturday 6.00 p.m (Anticipatory Mass) 

Holy Dav Mass Times 

St John of the Cross 9.00 a.m. Sacred Heart 1030 a.m. St Helen's 6.00 p.m. 

St Helen's Coffee Drop-in 

The next Drop-In is on Wednesday 1 February at 10.30 a.m. for coffee, tea and cake: the proceeds go to local charities. Please come 

and join us in the Narthex,at St Helen's. New visitors are always welcome at this happy gathering. 

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Horstead Mill on the Upper Bure, Norfolk, circa 1900 

These Wherrys were unique to the East Anglian rivers. 

10¾” x 8¼” [295mm x 210mm Print signed in pencil donated to Horstead Tithe Barn by V Feltham. 

The frame is currently being cleaned and resealed to keep out thunder flies etc and will then be hung 

in the Tithe Barn. Vernon brought this along to the last “Pop up Cafe”, another reason to enjoy a 

cup of coffee or tea and cake - set the 1 st Tuesday morning aside & come along for a mardle…. 

Our advertising prices have remained the same since 2011. 

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Part of the Natural Health Pharmacy Group an Independent family run 

business owned by Deirdre and Lyndon Whyatt 

Full NHS and private dispensing service. Private Consulting room 

available for all customers e.g. Medicine Use Reviews, Flu Jabs 

Opening Hours: 

Monday - Friday 0900-1800 

Saturday 0900-1700 

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Tel: 01603 736784

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All work completed by qualified experienced mechanics 

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At ClearView we place our clients at the center of all we do, we respect your 

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very happy to meet clients either at our office or at their home if this is more 

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• Care Cost Advice 

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• Pensions & Retirement Options 

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Our Wills have been described as a work of art. We take huge pride in how 

we produce them. And we do so quickly. Whilst we are very efficient, plenty 

of time is given to properly understand your wishes and to give you support 

and guidance if needed. 

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Lasting Power of Attorneys 

The consequences of being unable to deal with your affairs can sometimes 

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LPA’s never have to rely upon them. If you want to put in place this 

important safety net, then we can complete the whole process for you. 

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When we are asked to help a family at this time, it is a job we place above all 

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promptly. Clients have told us of their experiences when dealing with other 

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We know what others in our area charge. Do get in touch with us. We are 

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01603 738 200 (HORSTEAD NR12] 

www.peterhayesmusic.com 

Martin Powley 

Motor Services 

Stalham Road, Industrial Estate - Hoveton 

Andrew Brierton 

Domestic Appliance 

Repairs 

Free Call Out 

All makes of Washing Machines 

Dishwashers, Tumble Dryers, Electric Cookers 

Refrigerators and Freezers 

For a prompt, reliable and friendly service call 

Andy on 01603 890429 

Mobile : 07900 003794 

1A Godfrey Road, Spixworth NR10 3NH 

HAIR DESIGNS BY DONNA 

Ladies and Gents 

Specialising in all aspects of 

hair design, 

and hair for that special occasion: 

weddings and proms etc. 

The Pharmacy, High Street, 

Coltishall 

Call for an appointment: 

Te1 07778 599120 

G.ROWE & CO 

ACCOUNTANTS 

A Country Practice in Broadland 

Est 1984 

Accountancy, Tax, Bookkeeping, VAT 

PAYE for Sole Traders, Partnerships, Ltd Co’s 

New Businesses /Ltd Co’s set up 

General Consultancy and Advice 

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Sky Digital 

Multi-point TV 

TV Aerials 

Telephone work 

For free estimates 

Call Andy 

Tel: (01692) 651528 

Mobile: 07776 304615 


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Breakfast served daily 8 am ~ 10 am 

Set price lunch special, Monday- Saturday 2 courses £12.95, 3 courses £14.95 

Light snack and bar menu served daily 12 ~ 2 pm, 6 ~ 7 pm 

Full a la carte menu served daily (excluding Sunday lunch) 12 ~ 2 pm, 6 ~ 9 pm 

Traditional Sunday Roast served 12 ~ 2 pm on Sundays 

En suite accommodation available. 

Email: contact@kingsheadcoltishall 

Website: www.kingsheadcoltishall.co.uk 

Doors and general carpentry 

Wall and floor tiling 

Call 01603 738677 or 07702 325 881 

For a friendly service, free estimates and advice 

No charge for VAT 

COOPER & DEAN 

Tax and Accountancy Services 

Need to complete a tax return? 

Need advice on starting a business? 

Need someone to prepare your accounts? 

An experienced and professional practice based in Hoveton 

with many years of expertise in advising clients on all tax and 

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• Painting 

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Our local Representatives 

[Member of Parliament ] Keith Simpson, The Stable, Church Farm, Attlebridge, NR9 5ST Tel: 865763 

[Member of Parliament ] Norman Lamb, Unit 4, The Garden Centre, Nursery Drive, Nth Walsham, NR28 0DR Tel: 01692 403752 

[Norfolk County Councillor] Thomas Garrod, 6, The Maltings, Church Close, Coltishall NR12 7DZ Tel: 07515 356821 

[Broadland District Councillor] Alan S Mallett, The Cabinet, High Street, Coltishall, NR12 7AA Tel: 738577 

Coltishall Parish Councillors 

www.coltishall.org.uk 

[Chairman] Penny Loiez, 19 White Lion Road, Coltishall, NR12 7AS Tel: 01603 951026 

[Vice Chairman] Mark Rischmiller, 36 Ling Way, Coltishall, NR12 7HX Tel: 737748 

[Parish Clerk] Barbara Elvy, 1 Drovers Rest, Kirstead Green, Brooke, NR15 1EW Tel: 01508 558761 

Doreen Snelling, Red House, Church Street, Coltishall, NR12 7DJ Tel: 737955 

Michael Spinks, Alan’s View, 11 Frogge Lane, Great Hautbois, NR12 7JT Tel: 737332 

Amanda Taylor-Pope, 12 Old Bakery Court, Coltishall, NR12 7DQ 01603 736613 

Trevor Goddard, Courtyard Cottage, Coltishall Hall, 45 Wroxham Road, Coltishall, NR12 7AF 01603 736731 

Mike Kirkham, 20 College Close, Coltishall, NR12 7DT Tel: 739157 

June Lillingstone 4 Old Bakery Court, Coltishall, NR12 7DQ 07923 295372 

Horstead with Stanninghall Parish Councillors 

www.horsteadparishcouncil.org.uk 

[Chairman] Mrs M Gurney, Heggatt Hall, Horstead, NR12 7AY 

[Vice Chairman] Kate Lawrance, Mancroft, Church Close, Horstead, NR12 7ET Tel: 737562 

[Parish Clerk] Suzanne Hall, 112 Norwich Road, Horstead, NR12 7EQ Tel: 07476 952824 

Barry Benton, Beverley Farm, Norwich Road, Horstead, NR12 7EH Tel: 737279 

Michael Blackburn, Sunny Croft, 24 Rectory Road, Horstead, NR12 7EP Tel: 737495 

Caroline Fleming, Horstead House, Mill Road, Horstead, NR12 7AU Tel: 737686 

Diane Williams, 5 Robert Norgate Close, Horstead, NR12 7BT Tel: 737719 

Robert Jennings, 11 St Margarets Close, Horstead, NR12 7ER Tel: 738335 

William Randell, 8, Norwich Road, Stoke Holy cross, NR14 8AB Tel: 468047 

Campbell Jones, 34, Tungate Way, Horstead, NR12 7EN Tel: 927592 

‘All correspondence and queries should be sent to the Parish Clerk’ 

Directory of Clubs and Associations 

1st Buxton Lamas Sea Scout Group: Vereen Marcer 279457 

1 st Hoveton & Wroxham Sea Scout Group: 

T Hughes 01692 630688 

Badminton Club: Carl Tipple 738399 

Broadland Chess Club: Paul Badger 737572 

Broadland Tots2Teens Club: Nicola Pye 430525 

Coltishall & Horstead Youth Forum: Mike Warren 738332 

Coltishall & Horstead Womens Institute: Rosie Howell 737762 

Coltishall Activities & Sports Trust [CAST]: 

[Chair] Doreen Snelling Tel: 737955 

Coltishall Allotments Association: 

[Chair] Mavis Ambrose Tel: 01603 738838 

Coltishall Bridge Club: Peter Cobb 737600 

1st Coltishall Guides: Claire 07826 444 046 

Brownies: Jo 07808 286293 - Emma 07501 458 918 

Coltishall Church Bell Ringers: Tony Weston 737269 

Coltishall Commons Management Trust: 

[Clerk] Barbara Elvy Tel: 01508 558761 

Coltishall Cricket Club: Kevin Fisher 07849 275688 

Coltishall Jags Running Club: Alan Groves 737262 

Coltishall Jags Football Club: 

[Chairman] Steve Frost Tel: 07540 303313 

[Secretary] Sarah Nice Tel: 07771 545771 

Coltishall PF Bowls Club: [Captain] Rob James Tel: 890905 

[Secretary] Trevor Goddard Tel: 736731 

Coltishall Labour Party: Stephen McNair, Tele: 737830 

Coltishall Tree Warden: Peter Croot 737427 

Community Lunch Club: Joan Milligan 737270 

Coltishall Create & Share Craft: Sylvia Coward 737915 

Friends of Coltishall & Spixworth Surgeries: Maureen Neal 897506 

Friends of Coltishall Church: Henry Bradshaw 738009 

Hautbois Rangers: Emma Brown 898983 

Horning Amateur Theatrical Society: Pauline Gedge 01692 630554 

Horning Bridge Club: Chairman Ron Hunt 01603 781416 

Horstead Bowls Club: [Secretary] Peter Cobb Tel: 737600 

Horstead Tree Warden: Barry Benton Tel:737279, 

Tony Codling Tel: 737093 

Horstead Trust: [Chair/Clerk] Barbara Gidney Tel:737900 

Horstead Tithe Barn Community Association: 

Chairman Luke Blackburn: 078170 61324 

Hoveton Wroxham & District Gardening Club: Pat Crouch: 782523 

Jubilee Players: Ros Chamberlin 736287 

Mardler [North Norfolk Talking Newspaper]: 

Daphne Davy Tel: 01263 732933 

North Norfolk Speakers Club Tele: Jo 01692 405946 

Probus Club of Broadland's: Steve Robb 01603 736597 

Rotary Club of Broadland's: Richard Mayer 715796 

Rotary Club of Wroxham & Bure Valley : Jonathan King 784482 

Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes [Llamas KC Lodge]: 

Bob Jennings Tel: 738335 

Royal British Legion: Mr B Jordan 738325 

Spirit of Coltishall Association: Secretary Jeff Ayling 

secretary@spiritofcoltishall.com 

Wellington Dance [Ballroom Dancing]: Dave Cox 737907 

Wroxham Flower Club: Pat Barnes 720466 

Wroxham Folk Dance Club: Mick Wade 01692 404447 

Wroxham & Hoveton Lions Club: David Barnett 782002 

Wroxham, Hoveton & Belaugh Twinning Association: 

Jane Monks Tel: 782496 

Wroxham United Reform Church: Rev Bruno Boldrini 458873 

Secretary: Mrs Lynne Howard 738835 

Please inform the editor if any of the above is incorrect, out of date , no longer valid and for the 

inclusion of a new club, society or association

Useful Telephone Numbers 

Police [non Emergency] Aylsham 101 Coltishall Pharmacy 736784 

Crime stoppers 0800 111 8555 Coltishall Post Office 737277 

Coltishall Primary School 737481 Coltishall Surgery 737593 

Broadland High School 782715 Coltishall Community Centre 738435 

Citizens Advice Bureau [North Walsham] 01692 402570 Priest in Charge, Coltishall Rector 737255 

Citizens Advice Bureau [Appointments] 01692 405847 Good Neighbour Scheme (Horstead & Coltishall) 07799 277455 

Citizens Advice Bureau [Norwich] 03444 111444 Recruiting Sergeant (Defibrillator) 737077 

Dial-A-Ride Community Transport 01692 500840 

Horstead Tithe Barn 

Monday 7.00 - 10.00 pm Badminton Carl Tipple 738399 

Tuesday (1 st ) 10.00 - 12.00 Pop-up Café Sylvia Coward 737915 

Tuesday 7.00 - 9.00 pm Line Dancing Glenda/Shelia 890708 / 279294 

Wednesday (1st & 3rd) 10.00 - 11.30 am Tiddlers Baby & Toddler Group Michelle 736486 

Wednesday 7.30 - 10.30 pm Jubilee Players Ros Chamberlin 736287 

Thursday 7.30 - 10.30 pm Ballroom Dancing Dave Cox 737907 

Friday 7.30 - 10.30 pm Short Mat Bowls Jill Bunn 737516 

Saturday (2 nd ) 10.00 - 4.00 pm Craft Buddies Karen Rhodes 861515 

The Hayloft is available for hire for £12.60 per 3 hour session or £5.25 per hour for shorter periods. The Main Barn is available for hire 

for full or part day sessions on Saturday or Sunday at a full day rate of £200, 9 am - midnight(15 hours). Part day sessions £12 per 

hour. Saturday evening session 6 pm - midnight £100. The Main Barn is available for hiring mornings or afternoons on weekdays at 

£12 per hour with a minimum of two hours. Bar by Request. Charge to regular (weekly) hirers £19.50 per 3 hour session. £78.00 per 

month. £963.00 per year. For booking & enquiries: Sue Blackburn Tel: 01603 737495 email: sue@blackburn99.free-online.co.uk. 

We also have a website : www.horsteadtithebarn.wordpress.com 

Coltishall Village Hall 

Monday - Wednesday [Term Time] Coltishall & Horstead Pre-School 9.00 am - 3.30 pm 

Monday [September - March as required] Short Mat Bowls 7.00 - 10.00 pm 

Monday [Term Time] Coltishall Guides 6.00 - 8.00 pm 

Monday [Term Time] Coltishall Brownies 6.00 - 7.30 pm 

Tuesday Vibes Health & Fitness 6.00 - 8.00 pm 

Wednesday[September - March as required] Short Mat Bowls 

7.00 - 10.00 pm 

Thursday [term Time] Coltishall & Horstead Pre-School 09.00 - 12.15 pm 

Thursday [Term Time] Dancezenergy 3.30 - 6.30 pm 

Thursday Coltishall & Horstead Youth Forum 7.00 - 9.00 pm 

Friday [Term Time] Coltishall & Horstead Pre-School 09.00 - 12.15 pm 

Friday [Fortnightly] Ballroom & Latin Dancing for Improvers 7.00 - 8.00 pm 

Saturday Zumba 09.30 - 10.30 pm 

The Lounge 

Monday [2 nd in month as required] Royal British Legion 7.30 - 8.00 pm 

Monday [10 per year] Coltishall Parish Council 7.30 - 9.30 pm 

Thursday [April - September] Coltishall Jaguars Running Club 6.00 - 7.30 pm 

Wednesday Good Neighbour Scheme (as required) 7.30 - 8.30 pm 

Thursday Coltishall & Horstead Youth Forum 7.00 - 9.00 pm 

Sunday Coltishall Jaguars Running Club 8.30 - 9.30 am 

The village Hall and the Lounge are available for booking. Regular users £5.00 per hour. Casual users £10.00 per hour. Saturday £150 

per day. Friday & Saturday evening 6.00 pm - midnight £75. Hall and Lounge booked together £100. 

Bar by request. For Booking & Enquiries: Doreen Snelling Tel: 737955 

Coltishall Church Room 

2 nd Monday Create and Share Craft 2.00 - 5.00 pm 

Wednesday Community Lunch Club 12.30 - 1.45 pm 

Wednesday (evening) Coltishall Singing 7.00 - 8.30 pm 

3 rd Wednesday Coltishall and Horstead WI 7.30 - 10.00 pm 

Thursday Yoga 10.00 - 11.30 am 

The Church Room is currently available for hire at the following charges: £5.50 per hour or £14.00 per 3 hour session, 

Casual users (one off’s) £9.00 per hour. For Bookings and Enquiries: Joan Milligan Tel: 737270 

The Marlpit Editors 

Secretary (Chairman) Philippa Weightman, 1 Stanninghall Cottages, Horstead, NR12 7LY 737962 

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Brian’s Christmas Lights 

this was the final year on this scale, there will be some lights next 

Christmas but as I'll be 75 next month I find it harder each year! 

I start on the display mid-October and it uses over 100 metres of 

armoured cable connected to 20 waterproof boxes containing ninety 

13 amp sockets to supply nearly 6000 L.E.D.s, + 47 lit figures & other 

lights + 1 P.I.R. sensor and over 120 metres of rope. The display used 

approx 2.8 kilowatt of electricity per hour, 5 1/2 hours per night for 32 

nights. (I'll let you do the maths!) 

Many thanks to everyone who visited the display and made a donation 

to the BIG C. I collected £475-00 for this very worthy cause and this 

has been forwarded to BIG C. 

I have been collecting for good causes for many years & the last 6 

years alone has totalled £2360 for charity, mainly the BIG C. 

As this was definitely the last year I will be doing the display on this scale I would like to thank you for your support in the past & wish you 

all a happy 2017. 

Post office Road Frettenham

40 Anniversary Year

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