your Wimbotsham Welcome to the Wimbotsham News!
February 2017
Produced by Wimbotsham Parish Council Keeping you informed of village life
Deadline for next issue: 22nd April 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 February 2017 Parish Council 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 Meetings: 28th February, 11th April, 30th May 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
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
your Wimbotsham February 2017 Councillor Vacancies Wimbotsham Parish Council 37 Ullswater Avenue, South Wootton, King’s Lynn, Norfolk, PE30 3NJ Telephone: 01553 674382 Email: [email protected] Parish Clerk: Pippa Winson
Parish of Wimbotsham Applications for Co -option as a Parish Councillor
One vacancy exists 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 January 2017
(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 February 2017 No Cold calling Zone
Zone Success The residents of Napthans Lane have achieved their first success in combating cold callers.
Over three months last year residents of Napthans Lane experienced persistent attempts by a rogue trader selling a driveway cleaning service. The person was very pushy and returned several times to the same households. There were only verbal quotes given and the 14 day calling off period was not observed.
The No Cold Calling Zone was set up in September last year and on the first occasion the same cold caller visited the road in mid -February 2017, a call was immediately logged on the Consumer Advice helpline. Acting on the telephone call, Trading Standards officers visited Napthans Lane on the same day but were unable to connect with the cold caller. However, the officers did speak with several residents and obtained sufficient information which they linked with their previous intelligence of similar incidents in Norfolk. They have now been able to identify the "company" and have a permanent address. Trading Standards will be taking action on various aspects of the company's behaviour, such as misleading behaviour, consumer rights and methods of trading. Submitted by Carolyn Seymour
your Wimbotsham February 2017 Church News By the time the Y our Wimbotsham Magazine is published, my husband David and I will have moved away from the Rectory, but I hope it is not too late to say 'good - bye, and every blessing' on this community. We arrived in December 2010, and in January 2011 I was formally licensed as the "House -for -Duty Priest -in -Charge of the Bardolph Group of Parishes". The House - for -Duty bit meant that I was not being paid, but got the Rectory to live in, and of course the Bardolph Group consists of Wimbotsham, Stow Bardolph, Stow Bridge and Nordelph (which includes Barroway Drove and Salter's Lode). We both agree that these last six years have been very happy ones but, of course, during that time we have not got any younger. David is a good deal older than most people imagine, but it is the age of a priest -in -charge which is significant in this case; and, at three score years and ten just before Christmas, I have reached the point where the Church of England no longer allows me to be a priest -in -charge. Moving on at this time is allowing some strategic thinking to take place within the Deanery (the thirty -two parishes around here) and the Diocese of Ely of which we are part. All being well, it will not be too long before plans are finalised and the future will become a reality. In the meantime the regular pattern of services will continue: - First Sunday of the month at Stow Bardolph at 10.30 am Second Sunday at Stow Bridge at 10.30 am Third Sunday at Nordelph (Village Hall) at 10.30 am Fourth Sunday at Wimbotsham at 10.30 am When there is a fifth Sunday, the notice boards will show where the service will take place. Of course in the next few months there are a number of special services in the church's calendar: - Ash Wednesday (March 1 - the start of Lent) at Wimbotsham at 7.30 pm Maundy Thursday (April 13) at Wimbotsham at 7.30 pm Good Friday (April 14) at Stow Bridge at 2.00 pm and the Easter Day service (April 16) will be at Nordelph at 10.30 am. You are, of course, welcome at any of these services - as someone once said: "The Church is the only organisation that exists for the benefit of non -members"! For any information, or to arrange a baptism or wedding, please contact the church wardens, Liz and Philip Wing (01366 388954). And so, a final 'good -bye' and 'God bless'.
your Wimbotsham February 2017 Friends and Neighbours The Friends and Neighbours Club had an entertaining end to the year. On 30 th November we enjoyed our Christmas Lunch at The Chequers. The table was set out nicely, there were crackers to pull and the service was good. We had a two course lunch (with a choice of dishes) and there was plenty to eat. They did us proud.
Our meeting on the 7 th December comprised a Christmas tea (lots to eat as usual) and instead of exchanging cards we had a collection for charity. Scotty’s Little Soldiers, who had given us a talk in February, was pulled out of the hat.
To round off the year on Wednesday, 21 st December several of us went to see “Cinderella” at the Corn Exchange. We had a fun time (oh no we didn’t, OH YES WE DID!) with lots of laughs.
Programme for 2017: 22 nd February noon lunch at The Chequers (not a set meal) 29 th March 2 - 4 village hall 26 th April 2 – 4 village hall – AGM 31 st May 2 – 5 village hall – 51 st birthday tea 28 th June lunch out 26 th July summer outing all to be arranged 30 th August garden party 27 th September 2 – 4 Harvest Festival at the Methodist Chapel 25 th October 2 – 4 village hall 29 th November Christmas Lunch 6th December 2 – 4 village hall - Christmas tea
We would be pleased to see anyone who wishes to come along and join us.
Contact: Sheila Gove, 386892
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your Wimbotsham February 2017 Village Walk
February Walk Six people ventured out on Sunday 5th February for a mid winter village walk. Walking and chatting, village residents got to know each other. Enjoying being out and about in the wintery landscape of bare fields and hedgerows, all the walkers were keen for future walks to happen.
Having led autumn and winter walks the next one will be in spring. Join us on Sunday 14th May 2pm Meet on the village green Walk is at a steady pace for approximately 1 hour
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your Wimbotsham February 2017 The Chequers Pub
Happy New Year everyone from The Chequers Team Its that time again to keep you all updated with what’s on for the next few months March 18 th – Race Nite Good Fun for all 8 pm start and also raising money for Bowel Cancer Charity so would be really great for your support ! March 26 th – Mothers Day menu is advertised in this edition so please contact the pub if you wish to make a booking 2 Course £13.50 and 3 course £16.50 and a gift for mum ! NEW OPENING TIMES WE ARE OPEN MONDAY LUNCHTIME 12 -3 lunch served 12 -2 EVENINGS WE ARE OPEN FROM 5PM MONDAY -THURSDAY FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY WE ARE OPEN ALL DAY MONDAY AND TUESDAY EVENINGS KITCHEN IS NOW OPEN FROM 5.30 – 7.30 pm. FROM MONDAY 6 TH FEBRUARY AND WE ARE OFFERING EARLY BIRD SUPPERS ON MONDAY & TUESDAY EVENINGS TWO MEALS FROM OUR SPECIALS BOARD FOR £11 INCLUDE A BOTTLE OF HOUSE WINE FOR £20.00 5.30PM TO 7.30PM. WE ARE ALSO OFFERING OUR LUNCH TIME MENU AT THE SAME PRICE ON A MONDAY AND TUESDAY EVENING. FISH AND CHIPS TO TAKE AWAY FROM FEBUARY 17 TH WE ARE OFFERING TAKE AWAY COD AND CHIPS, JUMBO SAUSAGE AND CHIPS, KIDS CHICKEN BITES OR SCAMPI AND CHIPS FROM 5.30PM TO 7.30PM TELEPHONE ORDERS WELCOME FOR COLLECTION PRICES WILL BE ON OUR WEBSITE AND FACEBOOK 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! Remember we are a Dog and Horse friendly Pub
Phone number is 01366 386768 or you can e -mail [email protected]
your Wimbotsham February 2017 Wimbotsham and Stow Village Hall
Village Hall Update: The structural survey has been received and is being considered by all parties involved. A schedule of works will be drawn up and carried out in the order of priority The village hall committee welcomes the parishioners input regarding our village hall, contact us on 01366 382846 or email [email protected] Christmas Fayre The Christmas Fayre was very successful and raised £248.32 towards the village hall funds, the committee would like to convey our thanks to the ladies who organised it, they all worked very hard. Wimbotsham Village Hall Quiz Night Organised by Lady Rose was very well attended and raised £233.10. Many thanks to all concerned. Fund raising is very important to the survival of the village hall. Any ideas for future fund raising would be welcome. Bowls Club The Bowls Club will re -commence after the winter break, on Friday 3rd March at 2.p.m. If you are a newcomer to carpet bowls, don’t be shy, come along and try your hand and enjoy a couple of hours in a friendly village atmosphere. Your contact is Pat Griggs 01366 384534
Wimbotsham Coal Dole This year the Wimbotsham Coal Dole made payments to over 20 households in the parish from funds raised by the 100 acre charity in 2016. Payments were made to successful applicants in December to help the poor of the village with fuel payments.
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your Wimbotsham February 2017 Recreation Ground Welcome New Chairman Table Tennis Dear friends and residents of Using funds raised during last year’s Wimbotsham, welcome to my first Midsummer Fayre, we hope to be placing newsletter as the recently elected chair of outdoor table -tennis facilities on the the recreation hall and playing fields recreation grounds for public use. At the committee. moment we don’t have an installation date, but watch the facebook page for updates! Thanks to Sarah Cox I would like firstly to thank the outgoing New Ideas??? chair, Sarah Cox for all her hard work in The recreation grounds and hall is a the past few years. Sarah continues to facility that is currently underused, and remain an active member of the your committee is currently exploring committee, and will drive this year’s funding streams to improve the facility. I Midsummer Fair preparations and would love to hear some ideas from what activities, which is a timely reminder for you; the villagers, would like to see. you all to pop it in the diary for Saturday 24th June. Examples of how some of you could help could be volunteers to run the pop up My name is Steve Mingay and I came to cafe, which under Sarah Cox’ direction the village with my wife, also named made a worthy contribution to the funds Sarah, two years ago. Wanting to get that enable us to exist. The recreation hall involved in village life I began attending is available for private hire for parties the committee meetings and somehow and functions, which again provides found myself in the position of chairman. funding to assist us. It is a community Whilst having very little experience in asset that we as a village should be using such roles, the committee team with their more. Tell us what you would like to see enthusiasm and desire to better our and we can look at how it can happen. village for the benefit of all will assist me in my post. We continue to work closely with the school and village hall committee to Behind the scenes there is much going provide a joined up approach to present a on, too much to publish here, but I hope unified front going forward for you all. to start using our facebook page to keep you updated on events and happenings. You can contact me on
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your Wimbotsham February 2017 We were entertained by a local brass band who happily opah'ed some traditional carols that went down well. Local resident Don gave us a chat and others contributed to the evenings entertainment which concluded with a raffle of the many donated prizes and a sumptuous buffet kindly donated by local residents. Our thanks go to all of those who made it possible and we look forward to next years event.
Keep an eye on our facebook page Steve Mingay: Chairman 01366 384063 [email protected] Carol Concert The event took place in the village hall which was decorated to reflect the season by volunteers. Garlands and a tree really set the mood, along with some wall wreaths. The concert was well attended by a number of locals who came along for a singsong of traditional carols that encompassed some humorous activities around the 12 days of Christmas!
Your local Taxi Service Phone: 01366 510810 www.gandmtaxis.com
your Wimbotsham February 2017 On The Buses!
West Norfolk Community Transport (WNCT) provides a variety of specialist accessible door -to -door transport. Our Dial -A-Bus services takes people to area market towns, and another separate service that we also organise involves volunteer car drivers for people to attend their health -related appointments, whether to local GP Surgeries or regional hospitals.
Your local Dial -A-Bus will remain viable if enough people continue to utilise that service. People can ring our Dial -A-Bus office on 01553 770310, and we’ll provide further details about our free membership, times, fares and any other related information.
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your Wimbotsham February 2017 Newsletter Deadline for next newsletter 22nd April 2017 The next newsletter is due for publication early May. Please let us have your articles, with pictures where appropriate. Let us know what you have planned for Summer 2017! Send to: [email protected]
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your Wimbotsham February 2017 HIRCOCKS COACHES – 01945 773461
Bury St Edmunds – Wednesdays...Return 3pm - £10.00 15 th February...5 th April...31 st May...26 th July...13 th Sept...25 th Oct...13 th Dec Afternoon Tea Mystery Tour (Includes High Tea) Sun 5 th March £24.00 Shopping in Ely, Newmarket & Tea Stop Sat 18 th March £14.00 Wroxham & Gt Yarmouth Easter Sat 15 th April £16.00 Two Course Carvery & Norwich Shopping Sat 29 th April £24.00 Norfolk Coastal Tour Sun 14 th May £17.00 Newark & Belton Garden Centre Sat 27 th May £17.50 Please ring for a Full 2017 Excursion List
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Contributions —large or small! To our newsletter... DO YOU REPRESENT A VILLAGE GROUP? The school, Allotments, Methodist Church, sports group, walking group, neighbours… we would like you to contribute to the news- letter —please, get in touch and send your news, what’s on?…. Photos too!
Activities, hobbies, anything of interest… please let us know? Let us know what you have planned for Summer 2017! Send to: [email protected] or contact the parish clerk: 01553 674382 Thanks to our advertisers for supporting:
your Wimbotsham your Wimbotsham February 2017 Magpie Centre Tickets, at £10 each, include Hog Roast Supper (with Vegetarian Option), plus ROTARY CLUB BUYS PONY our usual spectacular range of salads and FOR MAGPIE CENTRE desserts. A licensed bar serves beer, cider, wine and soft drinks. Teams The spring term started with a swing at – the Magpie Centre, home of West usually comprise 4 8 people, although Norfolk Riding for the Disabled couples and singles are welcome to make up teams on the night. Association, with the purchase of a new pony. To book, call Caroline on 01553 828935 Coco quickly became a favourite when as soon as possible as this venue is she arrived at the Centre on loan. But slightly smaller than our previous one, then the owners wanted to sell her, and and tickets are selling fast. the Centre lacked the resources to purchase. Calling all equestrians! An Equestrian Table Top Sale, with BBQ, is scheduled As if by magic, the Rotary Club of for Saturday April 22, 11 am – 1 pm, at Kings Lynn stepped in with a donation the Magpie Centre, Wallington Hall, of £1,200, and Coco's owners reduced Lynn Road, South Runcton, Kings Lynn their asking price, enabling the Centre to PE33 0EP (A10 between King’s Lynn buy her. and Downham Market). £7 per pitch - £1 Said Magpie Centre yard manager entry (children under 12 free). No dogs Natalie Dade: “Good ponies are like except guide dogs allowed. Enquiries gold dust. They need to be willing to and bookings 01553 672756. work, but without rushing off as soon as they are off the lead rein. Coco is ideal Saturday June 17 sees a sponsored walk , and a real asset to the Magpie Centre. organised in association with the Rotary We are hugely grateful to the Rotary Club of Kings Lynn. Enjoy a power Club of Kings Lynn for helping us to walk or a leisurely stroll around the acquire her.” beautiful grounds of Wallington Hall, and raise money for the Magpie Centre Centre Springs into Action at the same time. Dogs on leads are This coming year looks to be action - welcome at this event. More details to packed for the Magpie Centre, home of follow. West Norfolk Riding for the Disabled Association. With an annual budget of The Magpie Centre Open Horse Show is just over £100,000, of which around scheduled for Sunday July 2, with £30,000 has to be raised by our own classes to suit all abilities, plus Equifest fund -raising activities, the programme is qualifiers. rich and varied. And if you’d like a fun day out with the Quiz and Hog Roast evenings are family, make a diary note of the Magpie becoming ever more popular, and the Centre Open Day , Sunday July 23, for first one of 2017 is at a new venue, which admission and parking are free. Fincham Memorial Village Hall, 122 High Street, Fincham, PE33 0EN (near Highlight of the calendar a new event, DJ Motors) on Saturday April 1 – really the Craft and Country Fair, on Sunday – no joke! Doors open at 7.00 pm for a August 20. More details to follow. 7.30 pm start. your Wimbotsham February 2017 Downham Market Library
For further information about these events, or to book where necessary, please contact the library on 01366 383073
Regular Events: Scrabble Club: Every Tuesday (during term time) 10am – 12pm Knit and Natter: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, term time only. 1.30 – 3pm. Baby bounce and Rhyme: Thursdays – 10 -10.30 term time only Brew and Banter: Pop in for a coffee and a chat! 10am – 12pm.
Special Events: Become a Dementia Friend: Join us at our free session. Monday 27th Feb: 1.30 - 3pm. Booking essential.
Norfolk’s Most Wanted: Monday 20 th March Our big read this year is made up of 20 of the most asked for books in Norfolk Libraries in 2016. There’s something for everyone so pop in and pick up a good read.
Get Digital Tablet Course: Come and learn how to use a tablet. Thursdays 2nd, 9th and 16th March 1 - 4pm. Booking essential. £15 for three sessions. For more information contact [email protected]
Ask Lily - Living Independently in Later Years Pop into find out more about this directory which contains listings of facilities, services and activities for older people in West Norfolk. Tuesday 7th March 1 - 2.30pm
A Short History of Castle Rising: A Talk by Fred Cooke of the Castle Rising History Group Tuesday 7th March 1 - 2pm,. Booking essential. Please note this event is part of the 'In Good Company' group so £1 payable, refreshments provided.
Dragonfly Card and Magnet making! Come along and make a dragonfly card and magnet to take home. Tuesday 4th April 1 - 2.30pm . £1 includes materials and refreshments (part of the 'In Good Company' group). This event is open to children too ages 5+ (must be accompanied by an adult). Booking essential .
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