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Wayland Agricultural Society Donation
6,000 was raised for the Norfolk branch
of SSAFA, the armed forces charity at
the Wayland Spring Ball held in April at
Lynford Hall. The ball was attended by
160 members and friends of the Wayland
Show and huge thanks goes to all who so
generously supported the event on the
night, including guests, sponsors, auction
Urgent Appeal !!
Due to the announcement of the closure
of the Norwich and Peterborough
Building Society in Watton in the next
few months, Wayland First Response,
like many of you, have had to change to
change our bank details.
We are well supported by many members
of our community who have regular bank
payments being made direct to our
account. The Norwich and Peterborough
Building Society are unable to assist us
with contacting you directly with our
new bank details. If you are one of these
people who make a regular payment and
you wish your payment to continue or
may be wish to start a regular payment to
us please contact either Allan on 01953
880499 or Jane on 01953 885795.
Many thanks for all of your support.
New book about
Watton to be
published
Watton & District U3A Looking at
Watton group will be launching their
first publication A Snapshot of the
High Street Watton 2015-17 (a historical
photographic record with additional
and raffle donors. The cheque was
presented to Air Commodore Kevin
Pellatt, Chairman of SSAFA, Norfolk by
members of the organising committee.
Air Commodore Pellatt said "SSAFA
Norfolk supports a significant number of
service veterans in the County. The
demands placed on us are ever increasing
information) at Watton library on
Wednesday 12th July 2-6pm. Come
along to the library and talk to the people
who have the written the book and
purchase your own copy. Refreshments
will be available. For more information
please contact Watton library on 01953
881671.
'Ninety years
without
slumbering . . .'
When you walk along the High Street in
Watton you pass a large building near to
the public car park. Probably the first
thing you will notice are the beautiful
gardens outside, which are lovingly
tended by wonderful volunteers. Look a
little further and you see the building
itself: Watton Methodist Church.
In early July this building will have
reached the grand old age of ninety not
so very old for a church perhaps, but
nevertheless a birthday worth
celebrating.The original church, built
fairly soon after Methodism came to
Watton in 1800s, still stands next door
and is the Christian Community Centre
but it is the new church, still in use
today, that we honour at the beginning of
both in terms of the number of cases and
their complexity. There is currently no
likelihood that the number of cases will
do anything other than increase. Such a
generous contribution to our funds will
greatly enhance our ability to continue
and improve the much-needed support
we give to our service veterans.
July.
These celebrations will take place on
July 1st and 2nd. On Saturday 1st July
there will be an Historical Exhibition in
the church with documents, photographs,
posters and artefacts from many years
ago on display. This will be open from
10 12 noon with light refreshments
available. On Sunday 2nd. July Morning
Worship at 10:30 am will be led by Rev
Barbara Winner, the Exhibition will be
open in the afternoon followed by a
Birthday Tea and then theres
Celebration in Song at 6:30 a chance
for a really good sing!
Are you interested in the history of
Watton?
Do you have any connection with the
Methodist Church through Christenings,
weddings or funerals?
Did you ever come to Sunday School
there?
Do you just like to have a good time?
If any of the above apply to you, do
come along during our celebration
weekend we will be delighted to see you.
When the church was opened on
Thursday 7th July 1927 photographs
show that crowds thronged the street
waiting excitedly to enter the new
building! Wed love a crowd to come
along and share our celebrations so why
not make a date to do so?
See you there! Lesley Cowling
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Farewell from
Beryl
Wow the year has gone, and my year as
Chairman and Mayor is over. Now Cllr
Stan Hebborn and his wife Councillor
Sue Hebborn are elected your new Mayor
and Mayoress of Watton. Many
Congratulations to them and to
Councillor Tina Kiddell elected to be
Vice Chairman.
I have had a wonderful year, been to so
many of your meetings and events, and
John joins me in thanking you all so
much for inviting us to attend. So much
has happened, we welcomed the Civic
Leaders from Weeze to Wayland Hall for
a Twinning trip with Watton last year and
this year, Mayor Stan Hebborn with his
Band The Phoenix Pipes and Drums
will be playing at the 30th Anniversary of
the Twinning of the Councils in Weeze in
June. We Celebrated the Opening of the
Jubilee Rose Garden, which has now also
had some apple trees planted, so
hopefully you will be able to sit quietly
and enjoy an apple. We witnessed the
changing of control at RAF Lakenheath
where our Military friends making us
extremely welcome. We also attended the
Afternoon Tea at County Hall to
Celebrate the Queens 90th Birthday last
June.
My heart goes out to all those that were
flooded so badly last June. The Town
Council organised with What Watton
Wants, a tour of all the areas where
flooding was unacceptable.
Anglia Water, Breckland Council, and
Norfolk County Council, including the
Highways Department were invited to see
for themselves and to hear from the
public just how bad the flooding was in
Watton. We understand there is a little
money coming to help.
Lovely weather in August greeted the
organisers of the Wayland Show. Much
work is put into this agricultural family
entertainment day.
The organisation is meticulous with so
many differing events going on at the
same time. Show jumping, Main Ring
displays, Starting Handle Club, Sheep
judging to list a few. Trade stands,
Charity stalls, a Craft Village,
Horticultural Tent and many more are all
present. I was so proud to be your Mayor
at this event. If you have never been to
the Wayland Show, I would recommend
you purchase tickets this year and enjoy a
full days programme of local Agriculture
and other events with your family.
Wattons Carnival was a glorious day last
September with many Charities and their
Stalls down each side of the High Street.
You all came out to enjoy the FREE
event and entertainment organised by
Rocklands' Flower Watton Society's
Festival May Meeting
The Annual Rocklands Flower festival
is being held at All Saints Church,
Rocklands from Saturday 9th July until
Monday 11th July. Be sure of a very
warm friendly welcome as you enjoy
the marvellous displays in this beautiful
old Church. On Saturday and Sunday
there will be a Bar-b-que, Light lunches,
cream teas, cakes as well as teas and
coffees served in the old School Room
and there will be a marquis housing the
bric-a-brac, books and hand-made cards
of the flower arrangements that you
would have seen. There is also a plant
stall. On Monday the church will still
be open for the flowers and teas and
coffees will be served. It is held in aid
of the upkeep of All Saints Church, the
Schoolroom and the churchyard.
Entrance is free.
Cheryl and her committee. Again I was
so privileged and proud, together with
John, to be driven in the parade with all
the fancy dressed and the wonderfully
turned out Prince and Princesses. It was
good to hear all the Charity stalls had
been well supported
In November Watton Town Council,
decided to organise the first firework
event to be held in Watton since the Fire
Service stop organising them several
years ago. We chose a new venue, by
Kind permission of Mr Kevin Bowes at
the Show Ground Brandon Road, Watton.
Titanium Fireworks was commissioned
to provide the display and volunteer help
was enlisted from the Rotary Club, Inner
Wheel and Army Cadets. WOW what a
night it turned out to be. We think not just
Watton but Norfolk turned out to see a
magnificent display. WTC is at the
moment organising the 2017 display and
further details will be announced later.
Festive Market at the end of November is
a FREE event the Council so proudly puts
on for families to enjoy. This year we
were entertained by The City of Norwich
Pipe Band and The Smokehouse Blues
Band. Together with all the Charity Stalls
again lining the High Street and the Main
Man himself Santa, who loves coming to
the Festive Market to greet all the boys
and girls and give them all a little present,
the day was a great success. Festivities
end with the Switching on of Wattons
Festive Lights, as always enjoyed by
many.
That leads us into Christmas, and the
wonderful Carol Services that our
Churches led us in, the Nativity with real
animals and costumed characters, and
who could forget the Town Carol Service,
with the modern day twist of how it might
have taken place today with the baby
Jesus being born in a basement and
wrapped in bubble wrap. We were very
honoured to be welcomed to Lakenheath
to join in their Yuletide Celebrations too
just before Christmas.
Recently the Town Council has received
some DC11 funding with which some
Adult Gym Equipment for Bridle Road
Play Area was purchased together with a
We did it again - What a brilliant
night. Listening to stories of
Blickling Hall, through the eyes of
a scullery maid. Learning about her
duties, the do's and don'ts. The
visitors to the house, Lords and
ladies, international guests. All with
a story to tell.
All true, because the scullery maid
is still alive and living in a nursing
home and its her story that was told.
The whole evening was brilliantly
acted out seeming as real as could
be. Very enjoyable.
For the July meeting, the Society
has an evening outing to St. Mary's
Church. Houghton on the Hill. A
break for August and back to
Watton Christian Community
Centre in September.
new piece of play equipment for Lovell
Gardens Play Area. Enabling us to
exercise on well used playgrounds
The Grade II listed 17th Century Clock
Tower has finally been renovated
internally to comply to the standard
required for such an historical building.
The work was carried out by accredited
skilled craftsmen and included control of
dampness, work to the cupola, roof
covering, tower itself and the electrics.
And on April the 20th the proud moment
came when the clock mechanism was put
back and we could again look up at the
clock for the time and hear the wonderful
sound of it striking on the hour. Sadly
teething problems came a few days later
and yes it stopped ticking but hopefully
now we will have the Clock working for
many years to come
Plus there have been many Civic events
to attend in the County, too numerous to
mention, with so many lovely Officers,
Chairman and Mayors to meet and greet.
Organisations in Watton have had so
many different, meetings and events and
it has been a privilege and delight for
myself and John to be part of it all. To say
nothing happens in Watton, please take a
look at the Watton Directory at all the
organisations within Watton, and take
that first big step to join some of them.
I would like to say a very big thank you
to all businesses, Councillors and
members of the public for their very
generous donations to the Tombolas and
Raffles I have organised throughout my
year for my two Charities - Wattons
Queens Hall and The Youth and
Community Centre. I am delighted the
sum raised is 1980.34 which means I am
really pleased to present a cheques to Mr
Michael Rix for the Queens Hall and to
Mrs Margaret Holmes for the Youth and
Community Centre of 990.17 each.
Thank you all so much for your kind
words during my year, one I will never
forget. It has made me so proud and
privileged to live in Watton. If I could
have one wish please support our
businesses and organisation, within
Watton and Wayland.
Thank you. Cllr Beryl Bunning .
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A Quick Look Round
By Orbiter
Well the summer came with plenty of warm sunshine
and most people were delighted, though the downside
was that the dry weather caused a drought, so that some
gardeners and farmers were not too happy, but you
cant please everyone, as we all know, but when the
rains did come they certainly made a good job of it.
One of the high spots of the summer calendar is the
Chelsea Flower Show, but am I alone in being
disappointed with their choice of winner of the award
for Show Garden of the Year? This comprised a
collection of six lorry loads of large limestone blocks
set in a regular pattern, with a few wisps of grass
poking through alleged to represent an artistic view
of the rather harsh growing conditions that obtain in
Malta. Surely the award was intended, not for art, but
for inspirational garden designs, such as featured in
past shows. But what do I know ?!
I do know that I was amazed by the feat of Geoff Ray,
reported in last months Wayland News, in completing
the equivalent of six marathons in seven days, which is
hard enough in itself, but in the heat of the Sahara
Desert !
He mentioned a temperature of 46 degrees C,(which is
115 degrees in figures that I understand). In my war
service in India, if it reached 105 we sought shelter if
possible, but here Geoff ran through it, carrying his
supplies on his back!
Unbelievable ! Well done that man.
It is reported that scientists in America are preparing
to send a craft to orbit the Sun, at a distance of about
three million miles from it, which appears to simply
waste millions of dollars that could be better spent
on humanitarian projects here on Earth, where there
are so many things that we still do not understand,
which would be much worthier of their attention.
But I suppose scientists must have their fun
As I am sure you will have heard, we have just had a
General Election, the fall-out from which is still being
felt and discussed by all and sund.ry. It seems that Mrs.
May was ill-advised by her experts probably the same
experts who said that Donald Trump had no chance of
becoming President of the United States of America.
On leaving the Polling Station I cheerily told the
officials that I would see them again in five years time,
but having seen the results, perhaps that should have
been five months !
As ever, other experts have not been idle this month,
and the most surprising assertion has come from a
group of doctors who say that the established
procedure of putting accident patients in the recovery
position is all wrong, as it can delay the ability of
emergency staff to detect the absence of breathing, by
several minutes. If their conclusions are correct this
will mean that text-books will have to be re-written,
and the matter should be given full publicity, rather
than the small paragraph in recent newspapers.
It is sad to see that there has been a recent resurgence in
the number of thefts of lead from Norfolk church roofs,
by unscrupulous individuals, though surely a factor
must be the ease which they manage to dispose of their
spoils, obviously down to a few less than honest metal
dealers.
As these crimes cost thousands of pounds, surely some
alternative method of roofing could be experimented
with. As long ago as 1960 I used a fibre-glass based
plastic sheet to cover a large roofing space, which
proved durable and weather-proof, and with the
advances in the plastics industry in the intervening
years, I am sure the matter is worth pursuing. I will
await developments in this area, and a suitable reward
from the Church authorities in due course.
Of course other crime is also prevalent, one that is
often reported is that of fraud, not by organised
gangs, but by ordinary bank employees, who
manage to make off with thousands of pounds,
undetected for long periods. These frauds are most
surprising in view of the hoops we have to go
through to open simple accounts these days. Yes, the
fact that the offenders are eventually caught suggests
that the security measures do work in the long run,
but the follow up application of justice often leaves
the ordinary observer astonished, usually consisting
of suspended sentences and /or a few hours
community service. This latter is never explained to
the general public, and is probably rarely carried
out, since the necessary supervision would entail
more expense to the tax-payer.
I am rather puzzled by the announcement that
supermarkets are intending to introduce a system by
which their petrol prices will vary at different times
of the day, and on different days of the week, in
order to facilitate easier flow of traffic, and, no
doubt. of cash. This method, they say, is already in
use in parts of Europe and the U,S.A., so it seems
inevitable that it will come here.
What I do know about petrol sales is that it costs
anything from 8p to 12p more per litre at motorway
service stations than it does anywhere else, which
cam add anything from three to five pounds on a fill
-up, which I think is disgusting.
Perhaps you agree. Happy motoring.
Good afternoon.
Changes to Watton
Community Car Scheme
For many years now, Watton has been very
fortunate to have a Community Car Scheme, able to
take to hospital, local people who are unable to
make their own way there. The Watton Scheme has
taken patients to the four Norwich hospitals, to
Dereham, to Fakenham and even to our surgery. It
is a voluntary service that some local communities
have tried unsuccessfully to set up. Our coordinator,
Sylvia Welsh, was even honoured by the Wayland
Partnership on 20th May with the Star Volunteer
Award presented to her by the Mayor, Cllr Stan
Hebborn. During 2016, more than 500 visits had
been made and, if allowance is made for 5
appointment days in each week, this amounts to
about two trips per day over the year for the
Community Car; a remarkable work rate for the 4 or
5 volunteer drivers.
However, changes have had to be made by the
Community Car Scheme. On 10 May, Watton
Council decided that because the Community Car
drivers do not have D.B.S. Safeguarding checks,
they would withdraw their support for the Scheme
with immediate effect. They reviewed the decision
at the Council Meeting on 13th June and it is
unlikely that they have changed their stance. For
accuracy, the long-serving drivers had refused to
have the more complicated and costly C.R.B.
Checks with Breckland Council about 5 years ago
and after this, they became sponsored by Watton but
Watton did not tell them that the new D.B.S. was
free to volunteers and was much simpler.
Furthermore, the drivers cannot request a D.B.S.
Check for themselves; it is the responsibility of
Watton Council as the employer.
Watton Council have recommended that instead of
using the Community Car Scheme, residents should
use public bus, the E.R.S. Ambulance or the Norfolk
Transport Plus scheme. The Ambulance Service is
free but is very restrictive on the level of disability
before it can be used and the excellent Transport
Plus will charge full rate for the out-patients
journey and also for the drivers journey to and from
their home and the driver will have to leave if the
treatment runs over 1 hour to return, further adding
to the cost. Watton Council seems to hope the
Community Car Scheme will stop operating but
demand continues as strongly as ever.
The changes to the Watton Community Car Scheme
are:
1. New telephone number: It is no longer 889747,
the number Watton Council has now disconnected.
The new contact number is Sylvias personal land
line 882961. Calls will be received as before on an
answerphone and Sylvia will arrange the transport
when she returns from a trip and will return the call
with the details as soon as possible after.
2. Increased Charge: The petrol/car allowance
charge is now increased to 45p/mile which is the
rate charged by Transport Plus. This is because
before, Watton subsidised the patient by 10p/mile
and the patient only paid 35p/mile. This means that
the new charge for a return trip to Dereham hospital
is 11.25 and to N.N.U.H. is 18.90, the old charges
being 8.75 and 14.70. Watton Council will save
nearly 2200 p.a. on this and the disconnected
telephone.
3. Safety and Safeguarding: Watton Council is very
concerned that residents will be travelling with 70+
year old drivers who have not had a D.B.S. Check
and so may abuse the resident. Also they have
concern that drivers do not have proof of medical
fitness to drive, eye tests, driving assessments and
more. This is despite the fact that 70 year olds need
to prove their medical fitness to be able to renew
their driving license and that I am a member of the
Institute of Advanced Motorists. The Council wants
residents to be certain that the driver is safe and fit
for purpose. If a resident has any doubt at all, they
should not use the Community Car and should
inform the Town Clerk. Of course, if the resident is
happy that the driver is safe, caring and has been
driving perfectly well as a volunteer for many years,
then they should set their mind at rest and carry on.
Residents should remember that we, as drivers,
cannot obtain any of these checks without being
sponsored or supported by a council, Watton
Council in this case, and Watton Council has
withdrawn its support for the Community Car
drivers.
Brian Lawrence (Community Car driver)
P.S. We are always looking for another volunteer
driver to share our work load and Sylvia would be
very pleased to hear from anyone wishing to join our
team.
Open Day At Merton
Church July 30th
After a gap of several years, St Peters church,
Merton, is again holding an Open Day, on Sunday
July 30th from 12 noon to 5 p.m.
Tony Brooks will be giving his ever-popular show
of old photographs of Merton, Thompson,
Tottington and West Tofts. As well as allowing
viewers to enjoy his huge collection of pictures,
Tony will give a commentary describing the places
and people shown, drawing on his great fund of
local knowledge. Visit his website on
www.merton.ukgo.com to see a selection of the
photographs.
There will be a local history display, with an
emphasis on the impact of the 1st World War on
Merton village and estate, and there will be a rare
chance to view a collection of historical artefacts
and archaeological finds.
In addition, the Norfolk Wildlife Trust will be
providing information about the importance of
churchyards for wildlife, and one of their team will
be present to introduce you to some of the abundant
wildflowers that are to be found in Merton
churchyard.
Refreshments will be available all day
ploughmans lunches, cream teas, and delicious
home-made cakes. Come and find out a little more
about the history of the village, or just come and
enjoy a cup of tea in these beautiful surroundings,
looking out across the park towards Merton Hall.
Free admission. All proceeds from refreshments,
raffle etc. will go to the fund for restoration of the
church roof repairs are urgently needed after the
theft of half of the lead.
WNAS News
On Friday, May 26th, members of the West Norfolk
Aviation Society met at a Duxford practice day to
see a collection of WW2 war horses being put
through their paces. As usual, tears in our eyes and
lumps in our throats, the nostalgia was all
consuming even though none of us witnessed the
real thing. It was mainly a day of history with two
incredible museums to support the days
entertainment. But, to most of us, the star turn of the
day was the Eurofighter Typhoon which never fails
to exhilarate; even the traditionalist anoraks. The
machines manoeuvrability was breath-taking with
its ability to stand on its tail, almost stationary, and,
with the potential to accelerate to 2000mph not on
this day though. What a credit this machine is to
human engineering; surely a case for stealing the
glory from the pilot. Is his or her role almost
redundant we wonder and what part would a pilot
really play in a dog-fight with competitive
hardware? Watch out politicians, the engineer is on
your tail.
On Thursday, 8th June, members and guests met
again at the very hospitable Mundford bowls club.
On this occasion we were entertained and educated
by another charismatic speaker, Mike Dalton.
Although Mike had served time in the RAF his main
claim to fame emerged when he pioneered a school
for would-be racing drivers. The success of this was
limited by the overheads incurred in the venues he
was able to afford. His shrewdness and an innate
empathy with economics led him onto founding
another scary venture: a flying school. This time,
with a difference: at the height of its popularity he
was operating six, 80 year old Tiger Moths. At the
end of his address the floor was opened up to
questions and another hour passed by with anecdotes
and banter. We have a feeling that Mike might have
liked us and, there is a suspicion he might even join
our ranks. If he does, or doesnt, we will certainly
ask him back to talk to us about what he does now
for kicks.
For whats on next month please go to:
www.westnorfolkaviationsociety.org.uk
Open Garden For
Age UK
We had a lovely sunny day for this event on Sunday
4th June and we had 33 visitors and raised 250 for
Age UK Norfolk. Thank you to all who came along
for their support. It was a good sum for one garden
and Age UK were very pleased!
We had lost of compliments and everyone enjoyed
the super refreshments, thanks to all my friends who
donated cakes and prizes for the Tombola and
helped on the day.
Wayland Players N F N
Normal for Norfolk? Well, not this time. Of course,
the Wayland Players, as the longest serving Drama
Club in Watton, do like to 'Do Different'. Who
would have thought that such a group of talented
actors would also include in their midst singers,
dancers, comics, musicians and impersonators?
So our next production in November will take the
form of a Variety Show. There'll be recitations and
monologues, songs from the shows and, of course,
lots of comedy. N. F. N ? New For November!
Watch this space for more info.
The Wayland News July 2017 Page 4
In your
garden
with Lotta Potts
It was all going so well. The weather
late May to the middle of June wasnt
bad at all then we had the gale! What a
prolonged period of strong winds, little
rain (apart from that Saturday when it
resembled a monsoon) and warm
temperatures. All that resulted in a lot of
damage. People (including me) were
really upset, one could say heartbroken
in some cases, about ruined tall plants
like delphiniums, roses, peonies, lupins
and certainly clematis. Some were
rescued with the good old string and
canes but others will have to be cut
down with the hope of a later flush of
flowers. Delphiniums and lupins are
good for this once the wreckage has
cleared. Sadly the rest will have to be
left until next year. Maybe this is a good
time to review all plant supports. Some
online suppliers have sales in the
summer so its worth a look round.
Right, so thats the first job for July
sorted. Onward and upward. We are
supposed to be having a long hot
summer barbecue summer a couple of
years ago anyone? Still best be
prepared. The obvious one is lawn care.
Raise the cutting height of the mower
blades so that the stressed grass will stay
a little greener (than brown) during long
hot spells. The grass is stressed? Hah!
What about the poor soul on the business
end? Dont bother to water it unless it is
a very new lawn. Grass will recover
once it rains. For newcomers at this
gardening lark, trust me an established,
if stressed, lawn will green up before the
first drops of a decent rain hit the
ground. If its a long, hot July stop
cutting it altogether. Thats easy but
everything else will need to be watered
so you dont really save a lot of time. It
might be worth studying the fine art of
dry gardens with lavenders, rosemary,
sage and other Mediterranean plants but
of course these will need watering until
they have their roots firmly in the
ground. The experts are Beth Chatto and
RHS Hyde Hall in Essex. Visit if you
can to get inspiration or check out their
websites.
Vegetable plot is next on the list. Watch
out for blight warm, damp weather for
more than 48 hours is almost guaranteed
to bring it on. This is called a Smith
Period for the data-minded and a
nuisance (fill in your own adjective if
you have suffered). There is no cure. A
certain amount can be avoided but
involves a lot of spraying. The best
thing to do if it strikes is to cut down all
the foliage to ground level. This should
then be disposed of immediately. Do not
compost it. Burning is the old-fashioned
way or if you have one put it in the
brown bin and the councils compost
heap will generate enough heat to kill
the spores. A domestic heap or bin will
not. If the hollow stems have left holes
in the soil fill them in and leave the crop
for a few days. The potatoes will not
grow any more but at least will not be
spoiled by the blight. Blight can also
attack outdoor tomatoes in extreme
cases it can get to tomatoes in the
greenhouse as well but really there is
even less that can be done as the fruit is
above ground so is way more
susceptible. Destruction is the only
answer, with a lot of bad language.
The veg plot is in full swing with
harvesting and any vacant ground can
have more seeds sown. Pick the ones
that benefit from succession sowing (you
may have been doing this anyway since
May) and include maincrop carrots,
peas, spring cabbage, kohl rabi, turnips,
lettuce, radish, endive, chicory, Chinese
cabbage and pak choi. I am quite sure
nobody without a market stall would or
could sow all that lot but it just goes to
show how much can be produced from
midsummer onward. Now is also the
time to think about autumn planting
onions, shallots and garlic from sets. I
havent dared try growing these from
seed as at the moment the sets are doing
rather well, even with my carefree
attitude to watering.
Flowers need to be dead-headed and
herbaceous perennials need a feed.
Hanging baskets will need frequent
watering and a feed every week. Some
people recommend a weak feed every
watering and the same for plants in
containers. It would save having to
remember if the tomatoes and baskets
get fed on Fridays or Saturdays.
Anything growing in the greenhouse
may need shade and this can be done
either with dark netting or paint. Paint is
probably not a good idea if plants are in
there and will be a lot messier to dispose
of in autumn. I am told the netting is
effective and relatively inexpensive.
After all it will be usable again.
Whilst you are wandering about dead-
heading and feeding and watering, dont
forget to take a moment to have a good
look round and sniff at the plants that
have scented flowers. I am thinking
roses here but also the philadelphus
(mock orange) will be out as well and
that has a wonderful scent. Make a note
of whats working well for you and what
isnt so you have a head start in the
planning season. Photos are also good
as they will remind you of the best part
of the year and what went where.
The other major subject for July is
holidays. If you plan on taking a break
make sure your garden is as secure as
possible. If you have veg try and find a
neighbour or friend who will come in
and pick whatever is ready. They might
be charitable and offer to water
containers and baskets as well. If you
havent such a friend then the best thing
is not to have baskets and containers at
the front. Its a real give-away if they all
keel over while you are away.
Otherwise put them all together out of
sight in the shade on trays and saturate
them. You never know there might be
survivors. Mow the lawn then put away
all tools and ladders under lock and key.
There should be no indication then that
the house and garden are uninhabited for
a week or two.
Last but least is, of course, keep
weeding.
Saham Toney
Pre-School
rated 'Good' by
Ofsted
Saham Toney Pre-School is celebrating
a remarkable turnaround after receiving
a Good Ofsted rating From an Ofsted
inspection 2nd May 2017. The pre-
school has been rated as Good in all
four areas of inspection.
Simon Rowling, chairman of the pre-
school said: We are absolutely thrilled.
The result of the report is a reflection of
the dedication and hard work put in from
our supervisor Fiona Mitchell and her
fantastic team.
Childrens progress was an area
highlighted as a strength, the report said
The progress children make is
monitored and evaluated to ensure
provision is tailored to their needs. The
staff have worked incredibly hard to
ensure that childrens learning is
promoted and the report noted how the
staff plan opportunities that are
challenging and motivate children to
learn. The report said: Staff
understand how to promote childrens
learning and carefully observe children
to assess their level of development.
The report also remarked on the
behaviour saying that Children behave
well throughout their time at pre-school
and children explain why this is
important as they develop an
understanding of how to keep
themselves and others safe.
Maths was highlighted as a strength by
the inspector, she said that Childrens
mathematical development is supported
well. The report went on to say Older
children use more advanced
mathematical language.
The pre-school is led and managed by a
committee of volunteers. The leadership
was praised in the report saying that
The leadership team has taken effective
action to address weaknesses and has a
focused and effective plan for
improvement. The pre-school is not
resting on its laurels and intends to keep
on with progress and is looking at ways
to achieve the highest outstanding
rating.
The committee and staff are delighted to
have received the second overall highest
and are now looking at ways to improve
and expand their provision for childcare.
This includes extending their opening
hours this September. Youngsters can
either attend all day from 9.00am until
3.00pm or split their time into mornings
and afternoons sessions. The pre-school
committee secretary, Sarah Wollerton
commented and said, We understand
how parents need childcare to be
flexible. She went on to say We feel
very lucky to have such a unique village
setting with a team of friendly staff to
provide a caring environment in which
children can learn and play.
For further information please see
www.sahamtoneypreschool.co.uk or
contact us at
info@sahamtoneypreschool.co.uk
07749756831
TESCO's bags
of help for
Town Display
Watton Town Council Annual
Firework display, set for Saturday 28th
October, has been granted support by
TESCO, with the bags of help
scheme. The scheme, identifies three
local causes and then awards 4,000,
2,000 and 1,000 respectively
dependent on a customer preference.
Each customer to Tesco in Watton is
given a coloured token each time they
shop, and the customer puts the token
in the relevant box relating to their
favoured cause.
Stan Hebborn, Mayor of Watton said,
I am absolutely delighted that Tesco
have chosen to support our Firework
event this year. After the success of last
year we want to make this years even
better, and forgive me for the inevitable
clich, but Every little helps!. As a
Town Council we work closely with all
of the Town traders and received their
support in different ways. Tescos
support this way is extremely welcome
and will benefit a large proportion of
the community in one go.
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A New Team for
Wayland House
Just seven weeks from receiving the news that we are
losing both our permanent staff in the summer, we
have a new team in place and ready to start on July
1st. It has been a busy time for the Trustees as they
recruited, shortlisted, interviewed, debated, sought
references and appointed, not once, but twice.
Charlotte (top right) will be our Administration
Assistant. This is a new part time role and Charlotte
will be the first point of contact for visitors/callers to
Wayland House; she will look after the tenants and
virtual tenants, help with events and projects and
ensure the smooth running of the office and building.
As Charlotte is part time, she will value the support of
volunteers to help her. Anyone interested in helping in
the office should pop into Reception at Wayland
House for more details. Charlotte moved with her
family from Bedfordshire to Watton a few years ago
and has been working in Dereham.
Richard (lower right) is our new, full-time
Development Manager. He will continue the work
of both Suzanne and Susan, developing and
supporting projects, liaising with Partners, writing
bids and managing events and exhibitions including
those already planned, such as the Wayland Show,
the Jobs Fair and a Tourism Conference scheduled
for 2017; he will be busy! Richard moved to Watton
just over a year ago. He has been working for a large
national charity, based in Surrey.
Engaging the Community Partnership Open
Day May 20th
There was a great atmosphere at The Queens Hall on
Saturday for the Wayland Partnerships Open Day as
Partners put on an excellent display to show the
community of Watton and Wayland what they do. We
were delighted to welcome the Town Council and a
number of other Partners to promote what they do.
In addition to the Stall Holders, 61 members of the
public signed in and there were several others who did
not sign in. Thirty-seven came from the town and
twenty-four from the villages. Thirty-eight people
completed our questionnaire and a summary of the
results is below. We are pleased to find that many of
the suggestions are already in our plan and the funding
bid we are currently preparing.
All respondents wanted to build pride in our
community, provide more things for people to do and
encourage more people to the area. 68% would like a
History/Heritage Festival, 61% a Food Festival, 58% a
Walking & Cycling Festival and 24% a High St.
Games Event. 61% wanted better promotion of events.
Generally, people wanted the Wayland area to be
somewhere people would love to visit, with green
spaces to enjoy with somewhere for young people to
meet. The area needs a unique selling point.
Many of these ideas are already included in the
Partnerships plan and we will find ways to include
others.
Participants contributed a long list of things they value
Whats on at St Marys
Church, Watton
Open Church: The Church will be open Wed 10.30-
3.00pm & Thurs 10-12.30pm. You are welcome to
come into church to enjoy the peace and tranquillity,
say a prayer & light a candle, or just to look round.
Church members will welcome you and serve
refreshments. The June Winner of the 100 Club Draw
was No 37 Enid & Frank Hoult
Sat 1st July 3-5pm Messy Church at St Marys, all age
fun, friendship, food, craft and games. Children please
bring an adult.
Thurs 6th July 10-12noon Thursday Chat a social
coffee morning at St Mary's, Watton. Continuing on
1st Thursday of each month. All are welcome.
Mondays 3rd, 10th, 17th, July 9.30-10.30am Story
Bags at St Marys Church for parents and preschool
children. This is held weekly on Mondays, only
during term time. Sun 16th July 2.30pm-4.00pm Caf
Stop at The Blenheim Centre, Tedder Close, Watton.
Crafts for all the family, free refreshments.
Sat 22nd July 6.15pm Caf opens at St Marys for
Watton Community Cinema 7.15pm BAFTA award
winning Lion (PG) Based on the true story of a 5
year old boy who falls asleep on a train and gets lost
on the streets of Calcutta. He survives many
challenges and is adopted by a couple in Australia. 25
years later he sets out to find his lost family.
about Wayland from its rich history and heritage to
its wildlife, walking and cycling, to the peace and
quiet to its community spirit and friendliness.
Finally, in response to the suggestion that the Open
Day should be a regular event our plan is to make it an
annual event.
Wayland Volunteer Awards
The Wayland Partnership has been recognising the
contribution of volunteers to the community from
its early days. With more than 50 volunteers
supporting the Partnerships projects, the Trustees
and Staff try to ensure that they all feel valued,
indeed much of what we do could not happen
without them. We have held events and awards for
our own volunteers, but this year agreed to widen it
to the whole of the Wayland area and while we did
not receive an enormous number of nominations,
those who were nominated have clearly made an
enormous contribution to local life.
Runners Up and each receiving an engraved award,
were Richard Adams for his work in setting up the
Mens Shed and Kate Winslow, for her wide-ranging
contribution to life in Thompson.
Winner this year of the Wayland Volunteer of the
Year Award was Sylvia Welsh for her many years
running the Watton Community Car Scheme. Sylvia is
pictured above receiving the Award from Watton
Mayor, Cllr Stan Hebborn.
The award will now be annual rather than occasional.
Anyone making a voluntary contribution to one or
more of the Wayland Parishes (including Watton) can
be nominated at any time. Forms can be obtained from
Wayland House or by email from
jan@wayland.org.uk. The deadline for the 2018
awards will be announced in December/January.
In the meantime, if anyone has time to spare, wants to
meet new people or to help out with events and
activities in their community, let us know and we will
help to find you a role.
Small Business Showcase
We have been asked to host a small business
showcase to help new, small or isolated businesses to
raise their profile. The date is September 13th, the
Venue is the Queens Hall, the time is 5.00 8.00pm.
All we need now is about 20 small businesses who
feel invisible, who are keen to grow their businesses
and would like a local marketing opportunity. They
should contact jan@wayland.org.uk to book and for
more information.
Wed 26th July 3.30-4.45pm Stop Gap after school
club at The Blenheim Centre, Tedder Close, Watton
Sat 29th July 9.30-12noon Summer Coffee Morning
at St Marys Church, to welcome Revd Gerry back.
Coffee, tea and cake, grand raffle, cakes & produce,
books, pictures and puzzles. Proceeds to Church
Funds. All welcome, please come along and bring
family and friends.
Sat 9th September 10am Military Vehicle Day and
Community Event with the Royal British Legion on St
Marys Church Green. To book a stall or for more
information please contact Helen Daly 01953 885124
or Paul Weatherill 01953 884213.
Fri 8th September at 7.30pm Dance to 1940s music
with Timescape in the marquee on St Marys Church
Green. Tickets 8.00, from Adcocks Shop or the
Church Office.
MNDA Coffee Morning
Pam and Roy Challand's Coffee Morning was a
huge success. With great help and wonderful
donations, 550 was raised for the John Garratt
Tribute Fund for research into Motor Neurone
Disease.
Grateful thanks to the good friends for their
invaluable help, and for everyone's generosity, not
all of whom were able to attend. Hopefully this
will contribute to finding the cause and then cure
for this terrible disease.
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Watton Evening WI
I cant believe another month gone by
already. O well they always say time flies
when you having fun and we certainly
have had fun this month. The Craft Club
finalizing all the prizes for tombola for
Watton Dog Show etc. Our entries for the
Royal Norfolk Show are all complete. The
Lunch Club met at the newly renovated
Kings Arms in Harvey Street where we all
have delicious food in great friendly
surroundings.
Our monthly meeting took on a different
feel as we had a Pudding Tasting Night.
Along with members and a few new
prospective guest members we all partook
in enjoying a choice of 18 different
desserts. Well the diet really was put on a
back burner for that night! We started the
evening with the usual announcements and
then adjourned to the refreshment room
where tables were adorned with cloth
tablecloths and vases of fresh flowers. A
large table groaned under the weight of all
the 18 desserts. All homemade ranging
from Apple Pie, Malibu Trifle, Orange
Curd Tart, Fruit Kebabs, Pavlova,
Meringues, various Cheesecakes and
more , to finally a taste of a Polish cake
with tea and coffee which was extremely
tasty. Everyone enjoyed it that I feel this is
definitely to be repeated. We had the usual
raffle and Bring & Buy stall along with
Craft Stall selling handmade cards, cloth
D Day Return
Every year in June celebrations are held
in Normandy to commemorate the D
Day landings in 1944. It is a time of
great celebration for the locals with lots
of festivities taking place and they
include those veterans who undertake the
pilgrimage. However it also has a more
sombre side with remembrance services
being held for those who made the
ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
A local Royal British Legion member and
veteran of these landings, Sid Barnes
(right), attends as often as funds and health
will allow. He has been taking part since
2012. In recent years he has gone back
thanks to the generosity of a charity called
Local heroes and veterans fund run by
Mr Harold Payne of Anglia Motel.
Although Sid did not actually land on the
beaches on D-Day, he was member of 917
Coy. Royal Army Service Corps (RASC)
that landed on day 6 and supplied the
advancing army during this perilous
progress through France; whilst doing so
they still encountered enemy stragglers.
Recently Sid was awarded The Lgion
d'Honneur by France in recognition of his
part in the conflict, a medal he wears with
West Norfolk
Aviation Society
On Friday, May 26th, members of the
West Norfolk Aviation Society met at a
Duxford practice day to see a collection of
WW2 war horses being put through their
paces. As usual, tears in our eyes and
lumps in our throats, the nostalgia was all
consuming even though none of us
witnessed the real thing. It was mainly a
day of history with two incredible
museums to support the days
entertainment. But, to most of us, the star
turn of the day was the Eurofighter
Typhoon which never fails to exhilarate;
even the traditionalist anoraks. The
machines manoeuvrability was breath-
taking with its ability to stand on its tail,
almost stationary, and, with the potential to
accelerate to 2000mph not on this day
though. What a credit this machine is to
human engineering; surely a case for
stealing the glory from the pilot. Is his or
shopping bags and more. Yet again
another great night chatting with members
and sampling lots of delicious desserts and
laughter over the Beetle Drive game where
each table competed against the other.
Prizes were awarded and we all went home
feeling content and happy.
We are looking forward to our speaker for
next months meeting where we shall be
welcoming Geoff Ray from Total Health.
Im sure he will also speak to us of his
pride along those awarded by Britain.
Sid, a local boy born in Castle Acre, met
up with 28 others including many old
comrades to make the journey back to
Normandy once again, something they will
continue to do as long as they are able.
The weeklong trip began with a wreath
laying ceremony at Pegasus bridge taken
by the Parachute regiment on the 5th June.
Day 2 saw the group attending ceremonies
at the American cemeteries at Omaha
beach and then onto Utah beach. On the
third day whilst still trying to fend off
adoring crowds of young girls Sid was at
the Polish cemetery and museum located
in Falaise. With more wreath laying and
festivities along the way at other small
towns on day 5 the group arrive in
Merville to visit the German gun battery
and American museum. The gun
emplacement has audio visual effect to
give the visitors some idea of what it was
like to be there when the guns were in
operation. Day six was spent at the
Overlord Museum which has a Dakota
experience where one is strapped into the
fuselage of a Dakota transport aircraft
which then gives a ride similar to that
experienced by paratroopers on their way
to France, complete with noise lights and
smoke. The final day was the D-Day
her role almost redundant we wonder and
what part would a pilot really play in a dog
-fight with competitive hardware? Watch
out politicians, the engineer is on your tail.
On Thursday, 8th June, members and
guests met again at the very hospitable
Mundford bowls club. On this occasion we
were entertained and educated by another
charismatic speaker, Mike Dalton.
Although Mike had served time in the
RAF his main claim to fame emerged
when he pioneered a school for would-be
racing drivers. The success of this was
limited by the overheads incurred in the
venues he was able to afford. His
shrewdness and an innate empathy with
economics led him onto founding another
scary venture: a flying school. This time,
with a difference: at the height of its
popularity he was operating six, 80 year
old Tiger Moths. At the end of his address
the floor was opened up to questions and
another hour passed by with anecdotes and
banter. We have a feeling that Mike might
have liked us and, there is a suspicion he
adventure in completing the Marathon des
Sables over the Sahara Desert.
If you are interested in joining the Watton
Evening WI and would like to visit us
please join us on Thursday 13th July at
WCCC at 7.30pm as a guest (guest fee
3.50) or contact our Secretary Carole on
01953 881006 for more information.
Please make yourself known on
admittance and we will be pleased to
welcome you.
celebration in Arromanches where Sid
received yet another D-Day medal to add
to his collection.
It all seems like fun, and Im sure it is, but
we must not forget the four and a half
thousand allied service personnel who
perished on that first day, and in the spirit
of reconciliation we should remember the
nearly 20 thousand casualties on both sides
who were just doing their job as soldiers.
We will remember them.
might even join our ranks. If he does, or
doesnt, we will certainly ask him back to
talk to us about what he does now for
kicks.
For whats on next month please go to:
www.westnorfolkaviationsociety.org.uk
Coffee Morning for
St Botolphs
St Botolph's Church Annual Coffee
Morning at Queen's Hall Watton on
Saturday 2nd July 9: 30 till 1:30pm.
Come and join the ladies from Stow
Bedon Church for their annual coffee
morning, Tea coffee and cake 1:50.
Taste homemade scones cake and maybe
stay for a light lunch.
Also on sale homemade marmalades
jams lemon curd and chutneys, puzzles,
books, and gifts. Proceeds to the St
Botolph's Church restoration Fund, our
first phase has now been completed. We
look forward to seeing you there.
Stella Leonard PCC Secretary.
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Watton Twinning Association
Our 30 year Twinning Anniversary Trip
was a great success with a very busy
Itinerary. We had 26 people travelling
by coach and boat from Harwich to
Hoeke van Holland, 16 Twinning
members and 10 members of The
Phoenix Pipes & Drums. Another 9
members travelled privately by car,
some extended their trip and stayed
longer.
The visit was educational, cultural and
great fun, on the Saturday we had an
official greeting at the Town Hall then
went on an excursion which included
lunch to the Visitor Centre at the
National Maasduinen in Bergen,
Netherlands . Whilst there, we met the
lady Mayor of Bergen who told us all
about the history of the place which
was very interesting. We then
returned to Weeze for a short time
with our families and to get ready for
the Civic Reception at 5pm.
The Civic Reception was held in the
new Civic Centre which has only just
been finished, we then had more lovely
food and music by a couple called
Together who sang a multitude of
songs from over the years and got
everyone joining in.
Then came the speeches and exchanging
of gifts between the Watton and Weeze
town mayors and a small token gift
from Watton Twinning.
The Poenix Pipes & Drums played
several times during the evening, over
the weekend they played in the street,
in the Hotel and in the beer garden at
Kevins Pub, they were in great
demand and very popular. They also
visited a War Cemetery in Weeze
which had a special significance to
George, one of the Pipers. Both
Mayors accompanied George and
Catherine played a solo lament.
Ashill and Holme
Hale Garden Club
Graham Watts first spoke to members
about the creation of his garden at Dale
Farm in January 2013. We had group
visits there in 2012 and 2013 and a
further afternoon visit is planned for 19th
July this year. As several members did
not have the advantage of hearing his
original talk, Graham gave us a recap of
how it all began.
Both Graham and his wife, Sally, have
had a professional life in horticulture;
Graham in Parks Management and Sally
in floristry and propagation. They bought
Dale Farm, which is within walking
distance of Dereham centre, in December
2006 with the specific aim of creating a
On the Sunday we visited Schloss
Moyland a beautiful castle which
housed a museum, we had a guided tour
and lunch. We then went on to the
Rhein-Waal University in Cleves again
with a guided tour, then returned to the
Markt-Caf in Weeze for Coffee and
Cake and WOW what a gorgeous
selection of cakes we all had. The
evening was spent with our host
families.
On the Monday we went Reichswold
Forest War Cemetery in Cleves at the
request of the Band where Watton
Town Mayor Stan Hebburn and Weeze
Mayor Uli Francken laid a wreath on
behalf of Watton Town Council and
another member of the band searched
and found the grave of his cousin aged
20 so young, many were only 18 and
19years old. Catherine played a solo
lament each time, it was a very
emotional start to the morning and a
very special place to visit. We then
went to a large park and garden with a
nice restaurant called Altes Landhaus
im Forstgarten, some had lunch some
just drinks. Then on to Kaevelar a
pilgrim town with a Basilica, a Candle
Church and a small shrine in the centre.
A lovely place to walk around with lots
of small coffee shops. Then back to
Weeze for 3pm to have a short time
with family and get ready for Open
House with everyone at Udo Peters
chairman of the Weeze Partnerschaft
(Twinning) house.
Tuesday at 11am it was time to leave
Weeze for home, after our goodbyes we
headed for the boat, unfortunately the
weather was not so kind to us on the
way home and after seven hours on a
pretty rough crossing a few of us were
not feeling so brilliant.
All in all it was a very good trip and we
garden in retirement which hopefully
would raise funds for charity under the
Open Gardens Scheme.
One of the biggest challenges was the
improvement of the pond (some pond!
We would call it a lake) which is fed by
springs. Whilst weed removal is an
ongoing task, this is helped tremendously
by the introduction of Grass Carp which
will eat any vegetation except, thankfully,
waterlilies.
More recent developments have been the
creation of rills running down to the pond
and the building of a deck area at the
edge of it. There has been smaller
additions such as a branch placed upright
in the pond which now provides a twice
daily vantage point for a Kingfisher.
Unfortunately, some changes have been
forced upon them. Several Ash trees
are all looking forward to seeing all our
friends from Weeze next year when
they visit Watton.
New members are always welcome and
we are always looking for new ideas
and places to visit when our twinning
guests visit Watton. Some of our events
are just social like our New Year Get-
together and our annual Anniversary
Meal in February and some are to
increase our funds like our Cream Tea
& Quiz afternoon in July, Carnival and
our Oktoberfest. These funds are
needed to give our visiting friends an
enjoyable and memorable time when
they visit us on alternate years.
Watton Twinning Association, is about
nurturing new friendships and learning
about new cultures. We have a twin
family that visit us in our homes and
become our friends and enjoy our way
of life and we then visit them in their
homes to do the same. Luckily most of
our Weeze friends speak perfect
English.
Twinning membership is just 10 per
year for a family and 7 for a single
adult, which isnt a huge amount but is
necessary to pay our public liability
insurance, stationery costs etc.
Our next event is a Cream Tea & Quiz
afternoon on Sunday 2nd July at 2.30pm
and costs 2.50 per person, there are
always plenty of scones. R.S.V.P. is
needed for catering purposes
If you are interested in joining us and
making a link with a German family in
Weeze or just becoming a member to
meet our other members socially please
contact me by telephone or e.mail below
for a chat and more information.
Tel:- 01953 883317 or
magsdevine@tiscali.co.uk or visit
wattontwinning.wordpress.com
Margaret Devine (Chair)
were lost because of an infestation of Ash
Chalara and Honey Fungus killed a
weeping willow. However, a chance
meeting with the retired head gardener of
Woburn (sadly since deceased) resulted
in the inheritance of an amazing
hydrangea collection, which now form
part of new beds in the cleared areas.
Sallys main domain is the vegetable
plots and greenhouse where she raises
many of the plants for the garden. There
should also be lots of these for sale at our
group visit and at the next public open
day on Sunday 30th July. We also look
forward to Sallys delicious cake.
July 19th Afternoon visit to Dale
Farm, Dereham
July 27th Bob Coutts 'Keeping the
Garden Going'
August 24th AGM and Vegetable Show
The Wayland News July 2017 Page 8
Deaf and Blind Cats
Loss of sight is often very gradual and owners dont realise
how bad a cats eyesight has become until it is identified by
a vet. Blind cats usually adapt very well to the loss of sight,
compensating by using their other senses more. Some cats
are born with no or limited vision and compensate from
birth.
The common causes of blindness are due to herpes virus or
an eye injury. High blood pressure resulting in detachment
of the retina, caused by an overactive thyroid or kidney
disease, can all result in blindness. Sometimes, if caught
early enough the blindness can be reversed. Glaucoma,
cataracts, degeneration of the retina, tumours of the eye and
scarring of the surface of the eye caused by trauma or
infection can all cause blindness too.
If blindness is caused by disease or injury, one or both eyes
may be removed. In this case the cat may become
disorientated and be unwilling to leave his sleeping area, or
be unable to find his litter tray. Some tips to help him are
not allowing him to roam outside for his own safety.
Encourage him to walk around indoors on his own. Cats
have scent glands on their paws that leave a trail to follow.
Talk to him as you approach to avoid startling him. Avoid
moving furniture, food and litter trays and dont leave
obstacles where your cat could walk into them. Whiskers
become more important to blind cats to judge his proximity
to an object. Encourage him to play with jingly toys so that
he can exercise to avoid becoming overweight.
Some cats are born deaf, but many cats lose their hearing
gradually as they age. Sudden loss of hearing is normally a
result of illness or injury and may be temporary or
permanent. Deaf cats compensate for their lack of hearing
by using their other senses more, so much that it may be
hard to tell whether or not they are deaf.
Deafness maybe caused by tumours, outer and middle ear
infection, wax build up or ear mites. Some of these causes
are reversible by treating the underlying cause. Other causes
are where the nerves associated with the ear do not function
properly due to genetic problems, noise trauma and age
related degeneration. You can tell if your cat is deaf when
he calls out more often and more loudly, as he cannot
regulate his own volume, while others become mute. Some
symptoms may be failure to respond when spoken to or
being easily startled. Signs of dizziness or disorientation and
Watton Rotary Roundup
Our first meeting of June was a celebration of community
spirit through our annual vocational awards. Julian Horn,
not for the first time, received the individual cup not only
for his monthly production of The Wayland News but also
for his involvement with many of the local voluntary
initiatives, including as a mentor for the creation of the
Wayland Partnership in the early days. It was appropriate,
therefore, that the Wayland Partnership was the group
vocational award winner for their outstanding
achievements, especially during the past year. Roger
Harrold, a trustee, received the trophy on behalf of the staff
and all the volunteers associated with the Partnership.
Roger & Julian are shown with their certificates and
President David (right).
Our second meeting of June was a celebration of students
achievements at Wayland Academy, when two award
ceremonies took place. Firstly, in the Young Poet competition
the winner was Jessica Bower (pictured below right), and the
2 runners up were Charlotte Townsend and Joshua Gore. Our
retired English teacher member, Peter Cowling, gave an in
depth overview of the impressive work and thinking of these
young people, who then read their poems to the assembled
company. The poems, together with another 5 commended by
the judges, were published in the Spring edition of Wayland
Academys Norfolk NewsLink.
The second competition was for this years Young
Designer. Students were required to design and produce
items, which were chosen from the requirements of the
curriculum. Their teacher, Sarah Pitt, put forward some of
the best for the Rotary award. The winner was Nieve
Merchant for a patchwork jacket make out of materials
recycled from old jeans. A Best Effort award went to
Charlotte Clubb, who had designed and built a large
working model of a wooden train set. In addition to a
certificate, each awardee received a monetary value prize.
With the limited amount of space for photos in this
publication, Watton Rotary Clubs website -
www.wattonrotary.org.uk - has a more extensive photo
gallery of the awards given at both the above meetings.
Do take a look! Martin Anscombe
no longer being afraid of the vacuum cleaner are also
signs of deafness, as is shaking the
Watton Country Market
head or clawing at the ear, or a Watton Country Market has been accessories. This month we have had
discharge or unpleasant odour from busier than ever this last month. The a local author join us, Diana Snelling,
the ear. variety of weather we have one of her books is about East
As deaf cats are unable to hear experienced recently has had no ill Anglian POWs, another is about the
danger, such as cars or other animals, effect on the produce we have Home Guard in East Anglia.
it is best to keep them indoors for available and you are guaranteed a You can purchase a copy, signed
their own safety. Deaf cats can lean warm and friendly welcome personally by Diana. Cant find
to recognise hand signals or flashing whatever it is doing outside! exactly what you are looking for? it
a torch if they cant hear you calling If you are not a regular visitor then may be possible for you to order
them. Make sure the signal you why not pop in on a Wednesday something completely bespoke so do
choose to call your cat is distinct and morning and see what we have not hesitate to ask us when you next
consistent so he doesnt get confused. available? You will find our usual visit if you are looking for the very
For help or advice, or if you need baked goods, preserves, newly laid special and unique.
assistance with the cost of eggs, fresh produce and seasonal You will find us at the Christian
neutering, please call Breckland plants, all absolutely delicious and Community Centre, every
Cats Protection on 01842 810018. delightful. We also have an ever Wednesday 8.30 am 11.30 am.
Rita Thompson. increasing range of craft/artisan With parking available outside,
products such as hand crafted refreshments and quality shopping
White cats are sometimes born wooden clocks, crates and signs, inside, we cant wait to say hello and
deaf, but this kitten has full beautiful greetings cards, knitted, show you what is available.
hearing. crocheted and sewn clothing and
The Wayland News July 2017 Page 9
Iceni Botanical Artists
Annual Exhibition
Wymondham Arts Centre 7th 13th
August, 10am 5pm (7th and 13th 1.30pm-
5.00pm)
Around 100 paintings will be on show
reflecting many styles of painting. The work
ranges from free interpretations to
scientifically correct plant portraits. We
shall also be featuring this year Hedgerows
and Verges which we hope will make
people more aware of the range of plants
that grow there. Our new book Breckland
Wild Flowers will also be on sale.
We look forward to seeing you.
www.icenibotanicalartists.co.uk
The Ovington Crower
Har yew gitten on tergitha, looks
like tha ole summer has cum at
larst, thas bin suffin hot terday,
haddta teark my wuskit orf.
Got orl tha hay cut, jist hafta hoop
that stay dry fer tha next week sos
we kin git har tunned an baled an
put in tha barn.
Hev yew started on yor new teartas
yit?
Got som arlies up larst Sundi, cor thar
wos some soolas among em, shoulda
dug em up a week agoo. My missus
hev bin crearzin me tew give em a try
cos she hev nigh on run owt of larst
years olduns. Shooda hev took notice
of wot she say, nivva larn dew we.
Horry an me hossed along to tha
Willage Horl larst week cos thet ware
tha anyule Parish meetin, we jist goo
tew hear orl tha people run on abowt
wot thar dun oova tha larst year, cor
dunt they tork a lood of ole squit.
Horry allus kip stikkin his snowt in
an sayin suffen tew git em orl fired
up. Thas a rite larf.
Im suffin worrit abowt the ole Parish
Cowncil Chairmawtha. Cos wen we
walked in she cum up tew us an gi us
a grat ole grin an wos gooin tew give
Horry a big hug, but he wos not
hevvin enny of thet and backed orf
suffin smart. She did sheark my hand
an sed we wos moost welcome, I aint
a kiddin yew I haddta sit down quick
like, in cearse she got tew close. Thet
warnt the best bit, cos at harf time she
hossed owt tew tha kitchin and brung
us orl owt a cuppa tea an a grat ole
pleart of biskits. Tew his credit Horry
dint teark tha whool pleart full but he
dint goo short thas fer sure. We wos
so took aback we dint hev tha hart
tew wind har up like we yewshally
dew. Praps thet wos her plan orl
along, ent no flies on har.
She rekkuned tha Cowncil is gooin
tew put on a treet fer orl the willage
next Sundi, gooin ter hev a bit of a
sing song and plenty of grub, but no
booze, yew hefta bring yore own,
shell hafta goo tew the pub an git a
few bottles o beer and sum o thet
fizzy stuff wot my missus hull
down hare throot.
Thas bin nuthin but lecshuns
leartly, but nun of my ole boys got
in, wun thing abowt vootin in
Ovington, yew doont hefta kew up
ter git yer bit o pearpa ter put yore
crors on. I nootised tha ole bor wot
wos tickin yew orf hed a gret ole
pile o books wot he reckkun he wos
gooin tew git thru afore the day wos
up.
Tha ole Chuch is orl shut up fer
sum while tha work tew bring it up
tew deart is bein dun. Orl tha
sarvises are now took in tha
Willage Horl, thas gud thet thar orl
git on tergitha ent it.
Waal I shell hefta goo, cos thar
boss hev cum rownd ter say will I
goo an cut poor ole farmer Ss hay,
cos his tracter hev brook down an
he wanta teark vantage of tha gud
wetha. Cant say no cos tha ole bor
meark a lot of wine an he allus gi
yew a bottle or tew fer helpin him
owt, cor thas sffin powerful stuff an
orl. Yew dunt wanta hev tew much
afore yew drive hoom or yewll end
up in tha dike, an tha boss woont be
tew happy abowt thet thas fer shure.
My missus she say Thet earnt tha
hot wetha wot mearke yer feel so
hot, thas thinkin abowt it wot
mearke yer feel wuss
She dew tork a lotta squit.
Well wunce agin, fare yew well
tergitha an dew yew kip a troshin.
Boy Sid
The HAPPY Project
Let me tell you a story of the very
kind people who live in our town.
On Sunday 11th June, The HAPPY
Project in conjunction with The
Wayland Partnership Development
Trust celebrated The Big Lunch and
Great Get Together in memory of the
late Jo Cox. The MP who was
murdered in her constituency.
In past years The Big Lunch has been
held in the Car Park area outside The
Dragonfly Gallery but this year I
wanted to take The Big Lunch to the
people of Watton and hold the event
in the middle of the town. We hired
the Town Marquee, borrowed tables,
chairs and bunting.
I approached several people to ask for
their help on the morning to set up,
everyone was busy, there were lots of
events being held in the locality that
weekend, so I had a bit of a dilemma,
how was I going to collect the items
we had kindly been loaned?
One person said, I cant help
because I have family commitments
on that day, but take my van keys and
use my van.
Another said, You cant lift those
tables on your own they are heavy, I
will meet you when I finish night
shift and give you a hand.
Someone else said, I will be fitting a
new kitchen, but I will pop down and
help you set up and take the tables
back for you on Monday morning.
That same person also took down the
banner before I could get there to do
the task!
When I went to collect the keys to
gain entry to a building to borrow
items, I was met by the key holder
who said, I will come and help you,
so you dont have to go in the
building on your own and lift those
things out, they are heavy.
So, to those people that gave their
time freely and very willingly to help
my husband and myself collect
chairs, tables and set up, I say,
Thank you very much indeed you
are all stars!
I have to say that my husband is the
biggest star because he helped
without a grumble or a groan, maybe
he is trying to earn some brownie
points!
As for The Big Lunch, we were a
select gathering, we shared some
delicious food, we made new friends,
and enjoyed a couple of quizzes.
The Games Group continues to
happen on a Friday afternoon from
1:30 to 3:30pm, pop down and enjoy
a game or two and enjoy the chat and
fun.
The Social Group also known as
WASPS, Watton Active Social
People continue to meet on the
second Monday of the month, the
venue has changed to Kings Arms in
Middle Street. On Sunday 25th June
2017, there is a walk planned, from
Stans Walk to Griston with a visit to
The Babes in the Wood Festival and
Dog Show. Contact Lyn or Steve for
more information re: times. Lyn
01953 883450. Steve 07845924543.
The Family Art and Craft Group at
Ashill is such fun, I am not sure
who enjoys it the most, the children
or the adults. At the June session
we enjoyed icing biscuits, colouring
Mandalas, making bracelets and
some super models were made with
air dried clay. It was very relaxing
to sit with the children and their
parents whilst we all coloured and
chatted. The next Family Art and
Craft Group will be held on
Saturday 8th July 2017 from
10:00am to 12 noon. We will be
Leaf Printing, Pebble Painting and
making Dragonflies, there will be
another activity, I am not sure what
yet, but if you have any ideas, let
me know and we will try I our best
to make it happen!
Make A Change!
Life can move fast, and everything
becomes a blur, one day it's
Monday the day we all hate, and in
the blink of an eye it's Friday. Time
will move on, and we tend to
forget, we lose sight of who we
really are, and what truly matters.
We lose who we were meant to be.
We lose people who mean the most
to us out of dumb mistakes. We
focus on all the negative things in
this world, that we then start to dig
ourselves into a deep hole.
I know it's no secret that life day to
day can be hard. There is so much
upset around us, but do we all try to
put a blind eye over it all to cover
the pain? Family members we lose
as they pass, sometimes a close
friend we thought one day we
would look back on our old days
with, will suddenly pass. You sit
and wonder where all the time is
going. I know I do.
Only seems like yesterday you were
worried if you would fit in with the
cool kids at school. Now you think
where did all that time go? How did
it move so fast? If you keep
negative thoughts with upset and
anger all you will do is keep on
digging that hole. Just look around
yourself and be thankful that you've
got to see another day with your
loved ones. Hold your head up high
with that smile. Throw that shovel
down to the ground. Go and try
make a difference in this world of
hate.
Yes I know you might not like the
life you are living now, or the
person you have become, but don't
dwell the dark times. You will not
be happy if you don't make the
effort to be happy. Change all the
things you don't like, and find the
things in life that make you happy.
Keep on moving! Don't ever give
up! Think of all the people that
didn't get this chance, live life
through their eyes, and make
something of yourself, we can only
try our best. Don't let negative
people silence you because of your
mistakes, or your imperfections.
Change for the better, make those
goals you set for yourself!
Don't like the job you are working?
Apply for a different job you will
love. Don't stay in the same place if
you aren't happy there. Remember
you are not a tree you can change
direction! Don't go through the
motions everyday just to get by. I
believe that everyone should be
happy, and doing what they love. I
truly hope everyone will find their
destination in life. Put down your
worries, and make a change for
today, because remember tomorrow
will never come, because tomorrow
is already today. A year from now
you could be a whole different you.
K. Glover
Watton U3A
In May we were entertained by Ann
Newmeir who told us about how
she met her husband John after
joining a drama group. She was the
prompt for the play and John one of
the actors. She agreed to go for a
drink after rehearsal even though
she thought he was a big head.
During their life together they have
performed in drama festivals and
Shakespeare in the Park. They
found difficulty with time whilst
they were both working although
when they were acting together it
was easier to learn their lines. John
started writing plays one of which
was entered into the school
curriculum. John also liked
directing plays. Between 1989 and
2004 they performed over 60 plays
with over 500 performances. From
2004 they have been involved in
Murder Mysteries.
The speaker for June will be Martin
Kaye with the Latest Improvements
and Achievements of East Anglian
Air Ambulance.
The No 1 pub lunch group will be
going to The Red Lion at
Hockwold on Thursday 13 July.
The No 2 pub lunch group will be
going to The Waggon and Horses at
Griston on Tuesday 25 July.
In May 34 U3A members travelled
by Avanti Coaches to
Bournemouth, for a five day
holiday. En route we stopped at
Winchester for a lunch break
arriving at The Masham Hotel at
4.30 pm. The following day we
went on a boat ride around Poole
harbour followed by a visit to the
RNLI College. At the college we
were shown various stages of
lifeboat training and had a go in a
simulator. The next day was very
wet and our driver Ed, suggested an
alternative indoor excursion so he
took us to The Fleet Air Arm
Museum at Yeovilton. A great visit.
On Thursday we had a ride through
the New Forest stopping at
Christchurch for a look round then
back to Bournemouth for some free
time. For two nights there was
some entertainment in the hotel but
on Wednesday evening Ed
organised a session of bingo and a
quiz. This was enjoyed by the many
who took part. On Friday we left
Bournemouth for home stopping at
Windsor for lunch on the way.
Chris Warne organised a quiz on
the coach journey back to Watton
which ensured we didnt fall asleep
on the way! Altogether a
thoroughly enjoyable holiday and
looking forward to the next one!
Please contact our Membership
Secretary, Anita Taylor on 01953
881110 if you would like to
become a member of the Watton
U3A, or would like further details.
For further details on the National
U3A, go to www.u3a.org.uk
Dereham Indoor
Bowls Fun Day
Dereham Indoor Bowls Club based
within the Leisure Centre, Station
road Dereham are organising a fun
day on July 2nd at the club starting
at 2pm.will include Target bowls
Jack setting.and Bowling exercises.
All welcome.
Sunday July 16 th will once again
be exhibiting at the Dereham
Carnival at the Recreation ground
where a short Mat carpet will be
laid for people to try Bowls free of
charge
Following on from the above a
open day will be held at the Club
for would be Bowlers to try Bowls
on Saturday 22 nd July 10 am until
2pm Families more than welcome.
Tea and Coffee provided
Qualified Nationwide Coaches plus
Club officials will be in attendance
to answer questions.
The Wayland News July 2017 Page 10
beauty of life. Spiritual Wisdom is not currently in hand for a celebratory event in July
Watton Churches Together Thought for the month
A Journey into the unknown.
something to be gained, it is something we to be held at Broome Hall which will prove a
St. Marys Church, Watton open ourselves to. It cant be explained it can fitting finale to the achievements of the last 12
www.stmaryswatton.org Follow us @StMarysWatton By Fr Gordon Williams, Our Lady of Pity only be experienced. months.
Open for Visitors Wednesday 10.30-3pm Todays sophisticated technological world finds Those of us who volunteered to be County
Thursday 10-12.30pm. it hard to believe that there is a greater power Wildlife Surveyors for the Norfolk Wildlife
Revd Deborah Hamilton-Grey is available for any Church that governs the universe that there is Change of Churchyards Surveys are enjoying an excellent
enquiries on 01953 529138 or 07896658373 something we can never comprehend that training and support programme. The experts
1st, 3rd & 4th Wednesday at 9.30am; Holy Communion 2nd keeps all things in existence. Perhaps our ownership at have been taking us on guided walks around
ancestors were more in touch with a sense of
Wednesday Morning Worship; Thursdays 5.00pm - 5.30pm
Saturdays 9.30am - 10am Parish Prayers; 5pm - 6pm Pray & Praise the transcendent, of a deeper dimension of life Total Health lovely locations both locally and a little further
afield. Last week we were exploring and
that we have lost touch with. Many people feel After serving the Watton and Wayland
Church Office opens Tues, Wed & Thurs 9am-1pm community for 24 years, local pharmacist and
discovering the wildflowers in St Marys
that in our age we have outgrown religion, as Churchyard here in Watton in glorious
Tel: 01953 881252 email:wattonchurch@gmail.com though we have grown up and religion has no owner of Total Health Pharmacy, Geoff Ray, is
sunshine. Last month we met at Foxley Wood
Sun 2nd 8.00am Holy Communion place in the modern world. Can we not be retiring and the pharmacy is now under new
near Dereham which is the largest area of
10.00am Holy Communion humble enough to acknowledge that we know ownership.
ancient woodland in Norfolk. The bluebell and
Sun 9th 8.00am Holy Communion very little about the universe and our place in it? The pharmacy will continue to provide the
anemone display was stunning and we were
10.00am Informal Holy Communion Mankind has always sought to find meaning to same local pharmacy services and the team of
guided in wildflower and tree identification.
12 Noon Holy Baptism our life and world in which we live. All the pharmacy staff remain, fully dedicated and
Discussions are under way with all the projects
2.30pm Super Hero Sunday great religions of the world bear witness to this. trained to continue providing the same service.
to ensure that although the funding will be
Sun 16th 8.00am Holy Communion That there is a mystery at the heart of life that Geoff said, My wife Rachel and I are very
ending in July that all the good works started
10.00am Holy Communion draws us to go on searching. proud of what we have developed with Total
will continue. A management programme will
2.30pm Caf Stop at Blenheim Centre Could it be true that we have grown used to Health Pharmacy with the help of a terrific
be put in place for the Wells Cole Community
Sun 23rd 8.00am Holy Communion life? Are we no longer amazed at its wonder team of people. However it is time for us to let
Centre where the native hedge line is looking
10.00am 4th Sunday at 10 and mystery? We get up every day and go someone else take the lead. It has been an
splendid.
6.30pm Choral Evensong about our daily lives mostly not paying absolute pleasure serving this wonderful
Finally, we wait with baited breath to hear if the
Sun 30th 8.00am Holy Communion attention to the wonderful mystery of the life community and I would like to express my
Growing Together Project is to be shortlisted
10.30am Group Service Songs of Praise to be we are living. I think it was Isaac Newton who sincere thanks for your many years of support
for a prestigious regional award. The judging
followed by Holy Communion for those who wish to stay. said towards the end of his life, that he feels he and also to our staff for their hard work and
criteria is all based around individuals and
is like a little boy beach combing and picking commitment which has made the pharmacy in
Watton Methodist Church groups who are making a difference for wildlife
up little sea shells from the beach, while all the my opinion, the best in Norfolk. I will continue
www.wattonmethodist.btck.co.uk and people in local communities, well, it could
time the vast and mysterious ocean spreads out to work until September to help the team and
Every Wednesday the Church is open for quiet reflection and have been made for us. Award, or no award,
before him. Symbolic of the great the new owner with the transition and I hope
prayer between 10.15am & 11.30am Its your quiet place. At ultimately, we know that we are winners!
unknown .Albert Einstein said something you will continue to support the pharmacy and
10.30am there is a half-hour Midweek Service in the Large I shall sign off and go and retrieve the bat
similar. While he said he did not believe in a the staff.
Vestry led by the Minister or a Church Member. detector from a neighbouring field and hope
God out there separate from us. He was not Total Health Pharmacy is open 7 days a week
that the sheep have not nibbled any of the
Sun 2nd 10.30am Revd B Winner 90th Anniversary Service an atheist. He did acknowledge the clear from 8am until late and provides the full range
cables.
6.00pm Revd E Reddington evidence of an intelligence and a harmony that of pharmaceutical services and general advice.
Pamela Morgan. Project Leader Growing
90th Anniversary Celebration in Song governs the cosmos. Perhaps he was saying Together Project.
Sun 9th 10.30am To be confirmed there can only be a religious or spiritual answer
6.30pm Local Arrangement to the great questions of life and our place in the Continuity And
Sun 16th 10.30am Revd E Reddington universe.
6.30pm Mr A Warby It was Plato that said, philosophy begins with Sustainability
Sun 23rd 10.30am Mr S Lynn wonder.. Maybe this points to our need to find a These are the watch words at the forefront of
6.30pm Local Arrangement spiritual path as our way of exploring this my mind as I enter the last few weeks of the
Sun 30th 10.30am Mrs J Semmons wonder that we feel deep within us. Our Wayland Partnership Growing Together
4.00pm at Walsingham No Evening Service journey of faith is how we enter into the Project. So much has been achieved across
mystery. Although this journey is a journey into Wayland from hedge planting, reclaiming
Roman Catholic Community the unknown, the Cloud of Unknowing, we feel wildflower meadows, surveying newt and bat
Each Sat 5.30pm Mass at Watton Methodist Church that we called to know it in a mysterious way. populations through to discovering the beautiful
St. Nicholas Church, Ashill This I believe is the grace of faith, given to us to wildflowers in our country churchyards.
Tuesdays at 10.00am Holy Communion go on seeking and searching. Something invites Friendships have been forged, ideas shared,
Sun 2nd 10.00am Lay Led Worship & us to make this journey. We may call it God or environment and wildlife embraced and
Sunday Funday for school age children we may not give it a name. The older I get the knowledge gained about nature and our
Sun 9th 9.30am Family Holy Communion more I see the whole of life as a journey of communities.
Sun 16th 9.30am Morning Worship discovery and an encounter with the Other who Not bad on reflection!
12.15pm Holy Baptism is God. None of this could have been achieved without
Sun 23rd 9.30am Holy Communion The spiritual journey is not one that leads to a the funding of the peoples Postcode Lottery
particular place. It must lead to a new and the energy, enthusiasm, and commitment
St. Georges Church, Saham Toney consciousness, one that makes us recognise the of our Wayland Communities. Plans are
Sun 2nd 11.00am Lay Led Worship
Sun 9th 11.00am Family Holy Communion
Sun 16th
Sun 23rd
11.00am All Age Worship
11.00am Holy Communion
Griston Church Book Sales
Our Childrens Special Grand Second Hand Book Sale will be
S.S. Peter & Pauls Church, Carbrooke held at Griston Church on Saturday 29th July, from 10.00 am until
Sun 2nd 4.00pm Festival Songs of Praise 4.00 pm. As well as the usual HUGE selection of books for you to
Sun 9th 10.30am All Age Worship browse including fiction, factual and childrens, we will have Face
Sun 16th 10.30am Holy Communion -painting, a Childrens Lucky Dip with a guaranteed prize every
Sun 23rd 10.30am Lay Led Worship time, and lots of pre-loved toys and games, including jigsaw
puzzles and family games for all ages and abilities. All puzzles and
St John the Evangelist Church, Ovington
games have been fully checked and are complete. There will also
to be held in the Village Hall be a diverse mixture of Jumblejars and lots of new things. There
Sun 2nd 9.30am Holy Communion
will be refreshments available including ploughmans lunches, hot
Sun 16th 10.30am All Age Worship
& cold drinks, and sweet & savoury snacks. All diets can be
Sun 23rd 5.00pm Hymns for a Summer Evening
catered for including vegetarian, gluten, and dairy free. We will
have whole cakes and savouries for you to take away too. Entry is
free, so you are warmly invited to come along and see for yourself,
All Saints Church, Threxton to sit in the shade with a cool drink and a good book, or with
friends for coffee and chat. All proceeds from these sales go
Our next service at All Saints Church Threxton will be towards heating for the church. Anyone with items to donate
on Sunday July 2nd at 10.30 a.m. especially toys and games is asked to contact us and we can
A warm welcome to all. arrange to collect, or a convenient time to drop off at ours. Many
thanks and we look forward to seeing you there. Keith and
Caroline 880153.
Dance Away Gt. Ellingham & District Flower Club
Floral Demonstration by SANDRA PRICE, Entitled : POT
at The Queens Hall LUCK, MONDAY JULY 17th. Rocklands Village Hall, NR17
1TR. Starts 7.30pm Doors open 7pm Guests 5 Members Free,
Ballroom, Latin and Sequence Dancing Raffle/Refreshments. We are a friendly NAFAS affiliated Club
(Fees 25 p.a.) We meet Monthly for demonstrations, workshops,
8pm - 11pm Admission 4 visits & lots of other fun events. For more information call
Dances July 1st, August 5th, September 2nd Secretary, Jane Dalton 01953 498694 or email
jane.dalton@btinternet.com
The Wayland News July 2017 Page 11
Diabetes UK
Martin Kaye, a volunteer from the East
Anglian Air Ambulance, was our
speaker in June. His talk included how
the EAAA came into being, through to
the costs involved in running the
service. The East Anglian Air
Ambulance was first discussed in 2000
and was flying by 2001 - 1 day a week,
on a Friday - with 1 helicopter , which
was shared with the Police. Now they
are in operation 365 days of the year,
with 2 aircraft one in Norwich and one
in Cambridgeshire, covering 4 counties.
The helicopters are night capable and
the pilots have night vision goggles to
assist them and they are fully
equipped with all that is needed for
advanced medical care. They are also
able to reach any location in Norfolk in
25 minutes. The EAAA has 23 doctors
and 14 critical care paramedics
included on their staff and, if necessary,
they can carry out on the scene surgery.
Shipdham &
District Book Group
The book discussed in May was The
Coops got Bananas a memoir by Hunter
Davies, husband of the late Margaret
Forster. Davies was born in 1936 and
spent his early years moving between
Scotland and Carlisle with frequen
changes, especially during the war.
Davies was the eldest of four children, his
father worked as a minor Civil Servant
mainly for the RAF until he developed
MS and was confined to bed in the
parlour of their council house.
Davies describes his education as one of
the early beneficiaries of the 1944
Education Act through university to his
career as a journalist and marriage to
Margaret his girl friend since school days.
Whilst agreeing that it was not the best
written book wed ever read it made for a
very enjoyable discussion. It was felt that
the authors style was is unsurprisingly
too journalistic but provides some
excellent insight into working class life in
the 1940s and 50s. It sparked off many
It costs 400,000 a month to run the
helicopter, whether it flies or not,
3,500 for each mission and it uses
200 fuel per hour. They rely 100% on
charity and public donations. The East
Anglian Air Ambulance gets no
government funding and needs to raise
11.2 million pounds in 2017. "We need
you today, you may need us
tomorrow". "Together we save lives".
Martin was given a warm thank you
and we presented him with a cheque for
their funds.
In July, our speaker will be Jessica
Haw, a podiatrist from the N & N. This
meeting will be on Monday July 10th,
10.15am, at the Pentecostal Church,
Watton (whom we thank for the
generous use of their facilities).
For more information about about the
group, please phone Helen, 01953
884713, leave a message and I will get
back to you. Or you can email me on
rjwhrt56@btinternet.com
memories, even for our slightly younger
members who still experienced post war
life. Times were hard but children had
more freedom. In between playing
football and collecting shrapnel Davies
describes himself as a 10 year old boy
with large shopping bag, money and
ration books being sent on the bus to the
Coop in Carlisle to shop for his mother
and neighbours. One member can still
recite the Divi numbers for her mother
and two grandmothers, heaven help her if
a single digit was wrong and Christmas
ruined.
We did agree that the changes in
education created the biggest generation
gap in modern history as many became,
as Hunter Davies, the first in the family to
benefit from Secondary and Higher
Education together with opportunities
unknown to our parents and taken
foregranted by successive generations. All
in all it made for an interesting, relaxed
meeting with much humour.
Our book for the June meeting is Cold
Earth by Anne Cleeves and for July The
Girl you Left behind by Jojo Moyes.
The Wheel Keeps
Turning!
The Inner Wheel year comes full circle in June
when current President, Heather Hewson (left),
comes to the end of her year and hands over to
incoming President, Lesley Cowling (right).
This celebration was held at the home of
member Stella Leonard where an excellent
supper provided by Heather with the help of
several members was enjoyed by all. Once
suitably replete the business of the evening
took place.. This always consists of two
meetings, the monthly club meeting followed
by the AGM.
The main agenda item for the first meeting was
the distribution of the funds raised during the
various public events held during the year. We
were delighted that the fantastic support we
received from the citizens of Watton this year
enabled us to distribute 200 to each of seven
charities nominated by members. These were
Dementia Research, Watton Thursday Club,
Nelson's Journey, The Nook Appeal for
E.A.C.H., The Benjamin Foundation, St.
Martin's Housing Trust and Big C.
Arrangements were then confirmed for our next
events being the Strawberry Tea and the Club
Outing, both in June and for attendance at the
District Rally in Felixstowe in September.
The coffee break followed when the remaining
Birthday cake was served and we then moved
on to the AGM.
President Heather gave a detailed and
sometimes humorous resume of her year in
office, highlighting the summer visit to the
show at Cromer Pier, the Christmas Concert
which was the first her work commitments had
enabled her to attend, and her pleasure at raising
800 for her charity. She thanked the committee
for their hard work during the year and club
members for their support.
The other club officers followed with reports on
their various responsibilities. It was good to hear the club's Lesley, retiring from her job as Club Correspondent
activities continue each year in such good heart and with was also presented with a scarf.
dedicated ladies doing wonderful jobs. Stella Leonard was given a plant as a thank you for
It was then time for President Heather to hand the hosting the meeting and then President Lesley outlined her
Collar of Office on to incoming President Lesley plans for the new year and urged all members to
wishing her well for the coming year. Pam Challand contribute to the success and happiness of the club.
(Club Secretary) presented Heather with a scarf and

Gt. Ellingham &
District Flower Club
Floral Demonstration by SANDRA
PRICE, Entitled : POT LUCK,
MONDAY JULY 17th. Rocklands
Village Hall, NR17 1TR
Starts 7.30pm Doors open 7pm
Guests 5 Members Free, Raffle/
Refreshments.
We are a friendly NAFAS affiliated
Club (Fees 25 p.a.) We meet
Monthly for demonstrations,
workshops, visits & lots of other fun
events. For more information call
Secretary, Jane Dalton 01953 498694
or email jane.dalton@btinternet.com
13th Annual Great
Ellingham Teddy
Bear Festival
Annual event features Teddy Bear
Trail, Art & Craft Nights and Family
Fun Day to support local charities
and celebrate village life.
The 14th annual Teddy Bear festival
begins on Saturday 1st July, offering
a fortnight of fun, family-orientated
events in the South Norfolk village of
Great Ellingham. Centred around the
famous Teddy Bear Trail, the festival
celebrates village life and has raised
funds for many local good causes,
including the East Anglia Childrens
Hospices.
Residents display teddy bears made
(mainly) from straw in their gardens,
using their creativity to plan, design
and construct unique exhibits. These
have ranged from sportsmen, to
musicians, TV chefs to children's
stories and from royalty to dinosaurs.
The event has grown from 47 bears in
2004 to a peak of over 100 bears. In
2016, more than 600 people
participated in hunting out the bears
along the village trail.
A series of events also unfolds
throughout the two week period. This
years events include: Opening Day
Garage and Car Boot Sale (1st July),
Art Exhibition with Preview Night
(6th July), Craft Fair (8th July) and
Free Family Fun Day (15th July).
The Teddy Bear Festival has been a
huge part of our village community
for many years now and we cant
wait for this years fortnight! says
co-chair of the committee, Michelle
Barron, The look of delight on
visitors faces is priceless and being
able to support local charities and
groups with the money raised is a
bonus too.
Over the history of the Teddy
Festival, more than 50,000 has been
donated back into the local
community.
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Richmond Park Ladies
On 12th June the Ladies of Richmond
Park Golf Club played their annual
event for the Curtis Cup, an 18 hole
Stableford competition. This trophy was
donated to the Ladies Section some
years ago by a previous member and
Lady Captain, Mabel Curtis.
Conditions on the day were difficult as
the weather was bright but blustery and
some competitors struggled with the
windy conditions. However not
everyone was affected as was proven by
some very good scores.
Winner of the Curtis Cup, with a
magnificent total of 39 points, was
Claire Carney. In 2nd place, with 34
points, was Julie Ellis and in 3rd place
was Margaret Broadbent with 31 points.
Pictured Committee Member Margaret
Broadbent presents the cup to Claire (L)
Watton (Loch
Neaton) Bowls Club
The county competition matches
continued and in the county pairs
Richard Exley and Malcolm Hamilton
lost 12-28 away to T. Novell of
Thetford. John Hunter and Kevin
Wilson won at home against Vince
Piffero and Simon Turner from
Dereham 24-10. Then in the third round
they lost 11-21 at home to Alan Willer
and Bob Hall from Ashill. In the singles
Peter Myhill lost at home to Alan
Willer 19-21.
In the triples Peter Myhill, Graham
Vellam and Kevin Wilson playing away
to Alan Willer at Ashill lost 5-26.
Watton away to Mundford B in the
ADL lost 0-8 and by 34-66 on shots.
Richard and Sonia Exley with John
Seage lost 12-16. Dick Mikulik with Pat
and Ted Prior 13-28. Graham and
Sandy Vellam with Charles Newman 9-
22. They next played away to Derehan
St Nicholas and lost 2-6 and by 33-54
on shots. Steff Hubble, Brian Cubby
and John Hunter won 18-9. Carol Relf,
Jim Adams and Alan Hubble lost 6-27,
with Carol having to retire through an
injury. Margaret Bowdidge, Richard
Relf and Kevin Simpson lost 9-18.
Then away again against Swaffham A
losing 0-8 and by 39-69 on shots. Carol
Relf, John Seage and Charles Newman
15-19. Jim Adams, Sonia and Richard
Exley 15-19. Margaret Bowdidge,
Richard Relf and Kevin Simpson 9-31.
In the EBA league away to Aldiss Park
a 0-5 defeat, 56-71 on shots. John
Hunter, Mike Mitchell, Jim Adams and
Len Green 20-24. Graham Vellam,
Charles Newman, Ted Prior and
Malcolm Hamilton 15-23. Andy Sindle,
Dave Violet, Richard Relf and John
Seage 20-24. This was followed by
another away match at Ashill, losing by
1-4 and 41-68 on shots. John Hunter,
Mike Mitchell, and Len Green Andy
Sindle 16-20. Graham Vellam, John
Walkling, David Violet and Malcolm
Hamilton 7-31. Kevin Wilson, Dick
Mikulik, Brian Ledbetter and Keith
Bennett 18-17. Then at home to
Mundford with a 1-4 result and 50-59
on shots. John Hunter, Mike Mitchell,
Len Green and Malcolm Hamilton 17-
16. Graham Vellam, Andy Sindle, Jim
Adams and Charles Newman 17-20.
Kevin Wilson, David Violet, Brian
Ledbetter and Keith Bennett 16-23.
Northwold were the next visitors and
they ran out the winners 4-1 and by 55-
50 on shots. Peter Hodsdon, playing in
his first match for the club with Brian
Ledbetter, David Violet and Mike
Mitchell won 22-17. John Seage,
Richard Relf, Charles Newman and
John Hunter lost by 12-17.Malcolm
Hamilton, John Walkling, Jim Adams
and Graham Vellam by 16-21.
The ACL team recorded a 5-1 home
win against Shropham Green, 31-30 on
shots. Sandy Vellam, Pat Prior and
Carol Relf 17-16. Graham Vellam,
Kevin Simpson and Richard Relf 14-
14. They were then beaten 0-6 at home
against Scole, 24-32 on shots. John
Seage, Richard Relf and Pat Prior 14-
16. Kevin Abbott, Jim Adams and
Gordon Stanbridge 10-16.
In the annual Club Fours there was a tie on
points with the winners, Sonia Exley,
Richard Relf, Jim Adams and John Hunter
having the better shot difference over
Margaret Bowdidge, Brian Cubby, Pat
Prior and Richard Exley.
Another good turnout for the ninth year
of the Watton Coral Cup between
Bradenham, Connaught, Harling,
Hingham, Shropham & Watton. The
new winners name on the cup is
Shropham. Hingham finished in
second place.
Tessa's 18th Race For Life
Its here again, Race for Life 2017 once again for
18th time I will be running in aid of Cancer Relief.
Im writing because this year has a special meaning
for me and my family in my granddaughter was
diagnosed with Lymphoma I spent several months
undergoing treatment at the Norfolk &Norwich
University Hospital.
It was during this time that I realised and saw at
first land how many people all ages were
undergoing treatment for this awful disease how
important it was to raise money for this amazing
cause.
Perhaps I can take this opportunity to thank, not
only the wonderful nurses, staff and doctors at the
Colay Centre but all of you who have sponsored
me in the past 18 years, helping me to raise
hundreds of pounds and who I hope will put up
with me asking for your support again this year.
Every penny will help toward making treatments.
available to more people with full recovery more
likely .
Now at 74 years old arthritis has slowed the old
legs down but I will still go for it with your help!
Thank you for taking time to read this.
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