your Welcome to the Wimbotsham News! November 2016

Produced by Wimbotsham Parish Council Keeping you informed of village life

Deadline for next issue: 22nd January 2017 This newsletter is produced by Wimbotsham Parish Council. Every effort is made to ensure that information is accurate at the time of going to print, but no liability will be accepted for losses

caused by inaccurate information. your Wimbotsham November 2016 Parish Council Newsletter Thank you to all those who support the newsletter with their con- tribution of articles and news. Articles are always welcome. The newsletter contact is the Parish Clerk: [email protected] 01553 674382 Parish Council Meetings Meetings are held in the Village Hall Bar Room Starting at 7pm Everyone is welcome to attend If you would like to address the council there is an opportunity to speak Next Meeting: 29th November - 7pm Agendas & Minutes are published on the village notice boards & on the website: Wimbotsham.com Your councillors are: ----

Contacting the Parish Council The best way to contact the council is via the Parish Clerk. Please remember to provide your name, address and telephone number. [email protected] 01553 674382

your Wimbotsham November 2016 Councillor Vacancies Wimbotsham Parish Council 37 Ullswater Avenue, , King’s Lynn, , PE30 3NJ Telephone: 01553 674382 Email: [email protected] Parish Clerk: Pippa Winson

Parish of Wimbotsham Applications for Co -option as a Parish Councillor

Three vacancies exist in the office of Councillors for Wimbotsham Parish Council and applications are now invited from those wishing to be considered for co -option as a councillor.

Those interested are welcome to contact the Clerk Pippa Winson for further information and/or to discuss what is involved in this post.

Applications should be made in writing or by email, detailing the reasons why the applicant wishes to become a councillor and explaining what the applicant feels they can bring to the parish council.

Written/email applications should be sent to Pippa Winson, Parish Clerk at the above address, or by email to: [email protected]

Signed: P Winson 13 th September 2016

(Clerk to the Council, the Proper Officer for this purpose)

Applications will be considered at the next meeting of the Parish Council.

- 18 years of age, Be a local government elector for the parish, or Be an occupier (owner or tenant) of land or premises in the parish for the previous 12 months, or Have their place of work in the parish for the previous 12 months, or Have resided in the parish for the previous 12 months, or Have resided within 3 miles of the parish boundary for the previous12 months.

your Wimbotsham November 2016 FENMAN BIKE SHOW

This year’s show took place on bank holiday Monday 29th August. The superb weather attracted thousands of visitors on 2, 3, and 4 wheels. This years was our best year to date with 189 bikes entered in the show. Bike entries cover bikes ranging from pre -war (per 1939) to pre 1985 British and overseas. There were numerous catering and trade stalls as well as club stands and the fenman t -shirt stall.

The winner of this year’s best in show was a 1923 BSA350L which was ridden to the show by Michael Boniface from Thorpe. The best club stand was won by Airheads and the lady rider trophy went to Jo Drury also from Shouldham Thorpe. All the winners and photos of the bikes can be found on our web -site: www.fenmanclassic.co.uk

Admission to the show only cost £4 per person with under 16's free and profit from the show going to local charities. Since the show's inception over £110,000 has been given away to various local charities and village amities which include the village school, Air Ambulance, British Red Cross, the village hall, the seat on the village green, St Johns and the village playing field with upkeep and monies to help buy the field for the village, to name just a few. But it’s not just the money we raise that helps the village and local groups it’s also the money that local groups raise such as the tea stall run by the village chapel and hog roast run by local round table.

We have had a couple of years when the weather was not good to us so this year after paying all the bills and keeping some money for next year’s show we are happy to say that we will able to give several thousand pounds away to local charities. We th will be holding a presentation evening at the chequers on 13 November at 6.30pm to present the cheques. If anyone would like to attend please just turn up, we would love to see you there.

This event could and would not take place without the hard work and dedication of a small number of volunteers and the organizers are appealing for extra help with the organizing or just some help on the day.

If you would be interested in helping please contact [email protected] or visit the website www.fenmanclassic.co.uk for more information.

We would also like to thank the village as a whole. This event is now one of East Anglia’s if the country’s biggest classic bike show and no small part of that is the setting. People come from all over the country to show and they love the fact that it’s not just another show in field or showground but it’s a village show. So thanks you again and let’s hope next years is just as good if not better.

Fenman Classic Bike Show committee your Wimbotsham November 2016 HAPPY CHRISTMAS FROM WIMBOTSHAM PARISH COUNCIL

DON’T FORGET THE CAROL SERVICE!

TUESDAY 13TH DECEMBER VILLAGE HALL 7.30PM

Ouse Washes Molly Dancers Invite you to come along and see what it’s all about!

Wimbotsham Village Hall Monday 5 th Dec 2016 at 8pm.

Your local Taxi Service Phone: 01366 510810 www.gandmtaxis.com

your Wimbotsham November 2016 No Cold Calling Zone

No Cold Calling Zone (NCCZ) in Napthans Lane is now active.

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your Wimbotsham November 2016 - - A few residents and two parish councillors met on the village green on Sunday 11th September for the first of our Village Walks. It was a warm and sunny, early Au- tumn day, just right for a relaxed walk around the lanes that encompass Wimbot- sham village.

If only we had taken some containers with us because the hedges were laden with blackberries, ripe for the picking. Crab apples, rose hips and sloes too hung in abundance making the hedgerows look very attractive and healthy.

Walking and chatting we covered about 2.5 miles, a distance manageable for many people. Back on the village green sloe gin was served, made from the previous sea- son’s sloe berries; a fitting drink to finish the walk with. - Dress up warmly and wear appropriate footwear.

your Wimbotsham November 2016 What’s On The village remembers A wreath laying service at the Village War Memorial will take place on Saturday 12th November at 10.45am. Including the laying of wreaths, the reading of the names of local men who gave their lives, and two minutes' silence at 11 o'clock. All are welcome to this short service.

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SAUSAGE & MASH EVENING With a Beetledrive TUESDAY 15TH NOVEMBER 7.00pm Wimbotsham Village Hall Tickets £5 Available from Liz Wing 01366 388954

- your Wimbotsham November 2016 Fly Tipping (in Wimbotsham?) Fly tipping is regularly happening on Lake Drove in the village. Lake Drove is just after the sharp right hand corner at the bottom of Westway on the road to Stow Bridge.

This is reported to the Borough Council and removed quite quickly. Unfortunately fly tipping is becoming more common and we ask you all to remain vigilant to protect our parish from this environmental crime.

Recent fly tipping on Lake Drove, Wimbotsham

Fly tipping is the illegal dumping of waste and is a crime. It consists of items such as: • general household waste • large domestic items (e.g. fridges and mattresses) • commercial waste (e.g. builders' rubble and tyres etc.) • garden refuse • litter or refuse accumulation • soil

Fly tipping is not the same as littering. Fly -tipping can be dangerous. Dumping waste can be hazardous to the public, especially when the waste consists of drums of toxic material, asbestos sheeting or syringes. Fly -tipping can also pollute surrounding land and waterways, damage wildlife and ecosystems and costs the council tax payer significant amounts of money to clear away. It can have a very negative impact on resident’s perceptions and the environment.

your Wimbotsham November 2016 If you find fly tipping… Never touch the waste - it may contain syringes, broken glass, asbestos, toxic chemicals or other hazardous substances.

Never disturb the site - there may be evidence that could help identify the fly -tippers and lead to their prosecution.

Report it to the Borough Council. (01553 616200) What should you do if you witness somebody fly -tipping?

• Note the date, time and place that you saw the fly -tip • What has been fly -tipped and how much and what it looks like. • Any vehicle details and description • Description of the person/people involved • Retain photographic evidence taken • Never approach anyone you see fly -tipping - they could become violent • Pass on your contact details (in case Borough Council officers have trouble locating the fly -tip)

Local Authorities have a responsibility for dealing with fly tipping on public land. Clearing fly -tipping from private land is the responsibility of the landowner. But if there is enough evidence, the Local Authority will investigate either case. If you are responsible for land or are a private land owner, you must ensure that your land is as secure as is practically possible.

Fly tipping is a criminal offence that is punishable by a significant fine or imprisonment. If you find fly tipping you should report it to the Borough Council (01553 616200) or go to wwwwest -norfolk.gov.uk.

Householders beware : If you are having alterations or improvements made to your house by a company or you pay for a trade waste collection, make sure they are disposing of the waste correctly. By law, householders are responsible for checking that contractors are correctly disposing of waste. If in doubt, check. Ask to see a waste transfer certificate/licence and check whether a company is registered with the environment agency’s public register.

Consider hiring a skip and/or some DIY waste can be taken to your local Household Waste Site which is Part -time Recycling Centre, Road, . PE33 9DX.

Parish Council Chairman: Jackie Squires your Wimbotsham November 2016 Wimbotsham and Stow Village Hall

Village Hall Update: A structural survey was carried out on the hall on the 22nd September and we are awaiting documentation. As the working party was disbanded the village hall committee are pushing ahead with Community Action Norfolk to establish a programme for refurbishment of the village hall. The charges for the hire of the hall were increased from 1st July 2016. It is the parishioners village hall please make use of it, the rates are very competitive. Jill Clark is always available to take bookings, or online at [email protected] We are still seeking members for our committee John Clark has currently taken on the role of caretaker: 01366 382846

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your Wimbotsham November 2016 Recreation Ground

Half term at the pavilion trail around the village. This was a perfect activity to encourage families to The Recreation Ground have been busy share a fun healthy walk together organising some fabulous activities finishing at the pavilion with a goody during October half term again this year. bag, well -earned cuppa and delicious Two of our committee members have cake from our pop -up café. worked hard planning a brilliant pumpkin

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On Monday we were able to offer the trail to more families as well as some great crafty activities in the pavilion. These were enjoyed by many families. Pumpkin Carving Day Our week was complete with our annual pumpkin carving day. The pavilion was alive with eager children all enjoying scooping out endless buckets of pumpkin flesh! Their excitement and creativity was a wonderful sight. Parents all enjoyed joining in the fun too taking advantage again of our café whilst their children were entertained. A big thank you to all that came a supported these events. Thanks to Angie, Lorraine and Karl for their hard work. If you would like to follow us and keep in touch please find us on face- book.

Keep an eye on our facebook page Sarah Cox - Chairperson 01366 382633

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your Wimbotsham November 2016 Refreshments will be available all day, Friends & Neighbours so come and browse in comfort for Coach Outing handmade Christmas presents and gifts st for those who “have everything”. One or On Thursday, 21 July, several members two pitches may still available, so if of the Friends & Neighbours Club you'd like to book, just call 07725 enjoyed a Hircocks coach outing to 163758. Fakenham and . The coach diverts to Wimbotsham to pick us up and Sponsor a Pony Grandparents drop us off at The Chequers. seeking a gift for pony -mad youngsters couldn't do better than gifting a year's First to Fakenham where it was market pony sponsorship. E Sponsorship or day. Plenty of stalls to browse. Then Silver are £12.50 and Gold is £25 for onto Hunstanton. Time for something to the year. Sponsors will receive a photo, eat and then to spend the rest of the sponsorship certificate, factfile and a afternoon sitting down and looking at the letter from their chosen pony, and a sea or at the colourful flowers in the badge or keyring. gardens. Followed by ice -cream. – Ponies available for sponsorhip are The weather couldn’t have been better Pebbles, a little pony with a big sunny all day but not too hot. We all character, ideal for the tiniest riders; enjoyed ourselves. Shannon, a piebald traditional cob; Thanks to the parish council for helping Teddy, who gives rides and also pulls us fund some of this outing. our new Fenix wheelchair -friendly carriage, and Ruby, a 17 hh Irish cob, Sheila Gove, 01366 who carries the bigger riders. For more details, visit: www.rda -westnorfolk.org.uk and click Magpie Centre on Sponsor a Pony, or alternatively, call Autumn activities got off to a brisk start the Magpie Centre on 01553 810202. at the Magpie Centre, home of West Norfolk Riding for the Disabled The Magpie Centre Carol Service Association, with an Equestrian Table is scheduled for Thursday December 8 at Top Sale and BBQ, held in the indoor 6.00 pm prompt in the indoor school, school on September 24. The event Wallington Hall, on A10 north of attracted 24 stallholders and proceeds to . Admission is free the Magpie Centre exceeded £800. and all are welcome, so wrap up warm and join us, and some of our lovely Next up is the Art and Craft Fair on ponies, for carols, readings, mince pies Saturday November 12 from 10 am to and mulled wine or apple juice. 4.00 pm. This is at a new venue, Stowbridge Village Hall, Downham Volunteering For those of you who Road, Stowbridge PE34 3PE, which will might be interested in volunteering, this be very warm and comfortable. More is a great opportunity to meet our than 20 stallholders have booked pitches, friendly team and find out about the and the Fair offers a fantastic range of opportunities available. We look forward artefacts, ranging from beautifully - to seeing you. crafted bird tables and pokerwork to paintings, jams and knitted items.

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your Wimbotsham November 2016 Wimbotsham School

Benefits for Learning (FOWPS), has placed its fundraising focus on providing our students with an Outside the Classroom Outdoor Learning Center. This will It is essential that young children get create a learning environment where frequent and regular opportunities to nature is the focus, serving as a explore and learn in outdoor classroom, performance venue and environments, this should not be seen as meeting place. an optional extra. The funding to help build these facilities There are some powerful arguments for is supported through the TESCO Bags of taking every opportunity to take young Help Scheme, where we've been children beyond their indoor shortlisted for an award of between environment by promoting healthy and £8000 and £12000. active lifestyles, freedom and movement, Further fundraising activities include the and promoting a sense of well -being. Christmas Fayre on Friday the 2nd of Children need an outdoor environment December 2 -4pm. It will be a mixture of that can provide them with space, both children's activities, tea and cake, raffle, upwards and outwards, and places to tombola and games, held in the school explore, experiment, discover, be active hall, all are welcome. and healthy, and to develop their physical capabilities. Thanks for your continued support. With this in mind, the Friends Article by: Amy Popp Friends of of Wimbotsham Primary School Wimbotsham Primary School your Wimbotsham November 2016 The Chequers Pub

Seasons greetings from The Chequers Team Its that time again to keep you all updated with what’s on for the next few months December 24th Christmas Karaoke 7pm start Christmas menu is also advertised in this edition so please contact the pub if you wish to make a booking. We are not open for lunch Christmas Day but we are open 12 -3 for drinks Boxing Day we are open 12 -5 lunch available 12 -2 NEW OPENING TIMES WE ARE OPEN MONDAY LUNCHTIMES FROM 31 st OCTOBER 12 -3 lunch served 12 -2 EVENINGS WE ARE OPEN FROM 5PM MONDAY -THURSDAY FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY WE ARE OPEN ALL DAY FROM 12 ONWARDS WINTER SUNDAYS NOVEMBER THROUGH TO FEBRUARY WE ARE CLOSING AT 9.30PM We are open for Sunday Lunch 12 -3 and offer a one course lunch £9.95. beef, pork, lamb or turkey served with fresh vegetables, roast potatoes, yorkshire puddings, add a homemade dessert £11.95 Booking is advisable Wednesdays Steak nite we are now serving Rump Steak from JEFF SARGAENT pre booked 8oz Rump with all trimmings is £8.95 without booking will be £9.95 we also offer Gammon for the same price and terms We are still running a two course lunch time specials Tuesday – Saturday A choice of 3 -4 mains and a sweet for £6.95 (majority are home -cooked). We also offer this 2 Course special on a Wednesday and Thursday evening no need to book. Just to remind everyone Quiz night is now general knowledge every Thursday, except the first Thursday of the month which will be Music. Times are the same 9pm start and £1.00 entry per person this includes free refreshments and winnings are donated to the six chosen charities by rotation. It is a really good night and well worth a try! Our dementia friendly lunch which we hold the last Thursday of every month is still well attended. We have a two course lunch for £5.00 and it is for dementia sufferers and their carers to meet up, offer support to one another and enjoy lunch in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. It must be pre - booked by calling or e -mailing the pub Events are regularly updated on our Facebook page and all of our menus and events are on our website www.thechequerswimbotsham.co.uk

Do not forget our function room which is ideal for Christmas parties and other types of family functions come in and have a look with no obligation, There is no charge for the hire of the room. Remember we are a Dog and Horse friendly Pub

Phone number is 01366 386768 or you can e -mail [email protected] Thank you as always for your continued support your Wimbotsham November 2016 Molly Dancers Ouse Washes Molly Dancers invite you come along to the village hall and see what it’s all about on Mon 5 th Dec 2016 at 8pm.

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let that put you off). It has historically been performed by Norfolk and Cambridge- shire farm workers on Plough Monday, the first Monday a er Epiphany, as a way of raising funds a er Christmas. The tradion goes back a very long way, and in most places died out at the beginning of the tweneth century, but OWM helped to revive Molly dancing, including the Straw Bears in the streets of Ramsey (Cambridgeshire) in recent years.

So for lots of fun, and the chance to experience a something a lile different and new, come along and have a go.

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your Wimbotsham November 2016 Downham Market Library

Downham Market Library Friends Group: Are you interested in finding out how you can support your local library? If so then contact us to find out more about our Downham Market Library Friends group. The roles are very flexible and vary depending on the time you can give. For further information give Fran, Linda or Elena a ring on 01366 383073.

Downham Market Library is now on Facebook. 'Like' us to find out more about what's happening at the library! www.facebook.com/downhammarketlibrary Events: For further information about these events, or to book where necessary, please contact the library on 01366 383073.

Scrabble Club: 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th 1pm – 3pm. No need to book but places on first come basis.

Knit and Natter: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, term time only. 1.30 – 3pm. 2nd and 16th November

Baby bounce and rhyme: Thursdays – 10 -10.30 term time only

Internet for beginners: For those struggling to get started Wednesday 23rd November and 30th November 10am – 12 noon. Free – Booking essential.

Allotment Vacancies — Mark Newton 07831423836 Mark.Newton@saniflo.co.uk

26 your Wimbotsham November 2016 More Buses for Wimbotsham!

From the 14 November Wimbotsham will be getting more bus services!

The existing service 47, although good, does not give people very long in Downham Market, especially if they have appointments at the doctors. This was the general feeling from spending a day on the West Norfolk Community Transport service talking to the passengers.

The new 471 service which will start on the 14 November, will operate Monday to Friday by West Norfolk Community Transport.

The existing 47 service will continue in its current form and the 471 will see additional journeys, as the timetable below;

Hopefully this will offer a much better bus service for the residents of Wimbotsham.

The 0915 bus will fall outside of the 0930 Concessionary Pass Scheme so will require payment.

There will also be a direct bus to King’s Lynn as well which goes into Wimbotsham village.

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WIMBOTSHAM DOLE COAL (HUNDRED ACRE COMMON CHARITY) For those in need of assistance with the cost of heating: Coal, Gas, Oil or Electricity. Applications are invited from anyone living in the parish of Wimbotsham who may be entitled to benefit from this charity.

The application form overleaf together with and additional supporting information should be returned to: 88 WEST WAY, WIMBOTSHAM PE34 3QB OR 37 CHURCH ROAD, WIMBOTSHAM PE34 3QG Before 30 th November 2016

Wimbotsham Coal Dole makes payments to assist the poor of the village with fuel costs

Dating from 1911, the 100 Acre Common Charity was established to assist the ‘poor inhabitants’ of Downham Market, & Wimbotsham through the distribution of fuel. This generally being coal. Hence the name Wimbotsham Coal Dole.

Today the charity makes payments each December to assist the poor of the villages with fuel costs as coal is no longer used by most to heat their homes.

Historically most payments have been made to the elderly. However, individuals of any age or from any organisation within the parish of Wimbotsham who feel they are in hardship and in need of assistance with fuel costs may apply.

As general guidance, pensioners existing solely on the state pension, single parent families, those on sickness benefit, income support or job seekers allowance could apply. This list is not exhaustive but gives a general idea of those who the Coal Dole expect to help. This guidance is in keeping with the aims of the Charity, and the terms of the Trust Deed, to benefit the poor inhabitants.

Funds are distributed at the discretion of the trustees based on the information provided by applicants. 29 your Wimbotsham November 2016 Please answer questions accurately and honestly to the best of your knowledge, providing as much supporting information as you feel appropriate. Please provide the basic information required below and additional information on a separate sheet. Name: Date of Birth: Marital Status: Address:

Telephone: How long have you lived in Wimbotsham: Do you live alone: Any dependents: Please specify why you feel you are eligible and what you wish to use grant monies for (please continue on a separate sheet where required):

Do you find it difficult to meet yours or your family’s basic needs? E.g. Providing clothes, food, electricity, gas etc.

Details of the following will assist in assessing your application: Details of your/household income/benefits/savings/investments: Do you own/rent your own home: ANY OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION - Details which you feel may be help- ful to us:

DECLARATION BY APPLICANT I declare that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the statements I have made are full and correct in every respect and that no relevant information relating to my circumstances has been withheld. I also accept that all applications are considered at the discretion of the trustees and it will be their discretion as to whether this application is successful. I accept that I may be required to provide further evidence in relation to my financial information. Signed………………………………………… Date: ………………………..… (Signature of Applicant) 88 West Way, PE34 3QB or 37 Church Road, Wimbotsham, PE34 3QG All informaon will be treated in confidence by the 100 acre trustees. 30 your Wimbotsham November 2016 LILY heads out into the community

The popular LILY (Living Independently in Later Years) initiative has been extended with the addition of Lily Advisors who will attend events and activities in the local community to provide advice and information, and the introduction of dementia -friendly home assessments. Cllr Adrian Lawrence, borough council cabinet member for Housing and Community, explained: "LILY was designed to make it much easier for older people, their families, friends and carers to access information about services, advice, activities and events that will help them to continue to live safely and independently in their own home for longer. "When the project began this was through the online directory asklily.org.uk or by calling 01553 616200." The LILY Online Directory brings together over 1000 services, activities and events – including information and advice on money matters, social activities, health, transport and more, making it easy for people to find the contacts and information they need. It also includes sections for a local ‘What’s On’ guide, local news page, NHS Choices information and the site can be searched by category, key words, location or via the sites pre -populated quick links. Cllr Lawrence continued: "Now we have extended the initiative further so that we have advisors who are available to attend events such as luncheon clubs, neighbourhood meetings, social or community group events, to talk about the LILY initiative and how it can help. They will have mobile technology so that they can show people how to find their way around the online directory to access the support, advice and information that they need." The events/locations that the LILY advisers will be attending can be found on the ‘News’ page of the LILY Online Directory. Another addition to the LILY project is the funding dementia -friendly home assessments. These assessment will recommend minor adjustments or the introduction of certain measures to enable people with dementia to stay safely in their own home for longer. Measures that could be considered include signage or colour differentiation for those who suffer with memory loss and are visually impaired, installation of a Careline personal alarm, improved lighting arrangements, smoke detectors and easy -to -use taps along with recommendations for other adaptations that may reduce any potential risk to the resident. To request a Dementia Friendly Home Assessment please call 01553 760671

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