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ELEVEN SAYS THE NEWSPAPER OF THE BRAMERTON GROUP OF CHURCHES COVERING 11 PARISHES
OCTOBER / NOVEMBER 2019
ISSUE 279 11
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Last year events were held throughout the country to commemorate the end of the First World War: "the war to end all wars". Sadly, this was not to be the case and twenty-one years later, on the 3rd September 1939, Neville Chamberlain made the historic announcement on the radio that "we are now at war with Germany" and the Second World War began. This year, on the 6th June, the 75th anniversary of the D-Day Landings in Normandy was commemorated. A special ceremony was held in France, attended by veterans, presidents, princes and heads of governments, to remember those who lost their lives in that heroic campaign. Sometimes it is said that such ceremonies glorify war, but when one sees the row upon row of white headstones marking the graves of those who gave their lives in conflicts across the world this, surely, is not so. One cannot fail to be moved by such sights nor fail to realise the human cost of war and we must not forget their sacrifice. But the danger is not that we will forget the sacrifice of so many but that we only remember. Remembrance is important: we owe it to our dead. But were those who died in these wars fighting only for short-term freedom? Were their hopes not also on a better world, where swords would be beaten into ploughshares, and spears into pruning hooks? Did they also hope that when the fighting stopped they would return to their loved ones and live in better conditions and a fairer society, and the world would be a better place for future generations? It is unlikely we will be called upon to make the ultimate sacrifice as did those who we honour on Remembrance Sunday but we can play our part in making the world a better place. Those who died in the two World Wars would not recognise the world as it is today, with all the modern equipment and gadgets available to us. But is it really a better place? In many ways of course it is. Today we are encouraged to think of future generations with the focus being on making a sustainable environment. The reduction of CO2 omissions, the abolition of petrol usage, the introduction of solar power, saving the rainforests and dozens of other worthwhile schemes are frequently discussed as a way to make a better world. But in many countries (including our own) people still live in fear and in poverty, and are without hope of better things to come.
So as we stand in silence to remember the fallen in the battles of the last century we should pray that the memory of their sacrifice will inspire in us the resolve to do God's will for the world of our day.
Patricia Waters
In Flanders Fields
In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields.
Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, MD, Canadian Army (1872-1918)
Remembrance
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Gentlemen, you are cordially invited to a
Mid-Day Mardle
An opportunity for men to quench their thirst for good company and conversation, share good food and, perhaps,
to enjoy a glass of something.
New members are always given a warm welcome.
Ferry House, Surlingham
Wednesdays October 2nd, November 6th, December 4th (Every month, normally 1st Wednesday)
Anytime between 12 noon and 2 pm Our Christmas Gathering on Wednesday 4th December
‘Specials’ Sonia has prepared a special menu for us, to say thank you for all our support throughout the year.
• Christmas Baguette with chips: turkey or vegetarian option,
stuffing and cranberry sauce £5.95
• Game Pie or Vegetarian Nut Roast with new potatoes and vegetables £9.95
• Christmas Pudding with brandy sauce £4.45
Mid Day Mardle at Surlingham Ferry
A small group of men meet for lunch and a chat on the first Wednesday of the month at Surlingham Ferry, between 12 noon and 2pm.
It’s all very informal, just a chance to socialise and have a meal of our choice. Any men are most welcome.
For more information please contact David Fairbourn on 01508 538437, or email [email protected]
The Licensing of Revd Peter Knight The Revd Dr Peter Knight was licensed as Team Leader of the Trigg Major Conventional District in Launceston, Cornwall on Tuesday 27th August. This is an abbreviated title as there are at least 9 churches in the immediate district, plus a large number of others under his guidance as Rural Dean. Launceston is just over the border from Devon, and two of the parishes are actually in Devon. Launceston is about 20 miles from the nearest rail station and about as far from the sea as you can get in Cornwall. The service was led by the Bishop of Truro in the presence of many ordained ministers including Graham James, retired Bishop of Norwich. The location was very different to what we, and we suspect Peter, would be used to. St Mary’s church was made of granite, but featured a number of attractive coloured stained-glass windows. There was a large and intricately carved rude screen separating the full choir from the congregation, however the welcome from local Cornwall people was very warm and Peter looked very relaxed in his new surroundings. The choir sang Psalm 23, the Lord is my Shepherd, which of course is the theme tune from the Vicar of Dibley, but we were not sure whether this was Cornish humour or not. Peter was asked to advertise the services taking place on the following Sunday, but he graciously declined as there were too many to mention! Those of us who had made the long journey from Norfolk (and Devon) also felt welcome and it was good to be a part of Peter and Christine’s new life. Afterwards we went back to the Rectory with Peter and Christine and all of their children, now of course very much grown-up.
Revd Peter Knight is pictured here with the Bishop of Truro, the Right Revd Philip Mountsephen, Graham and Julie James, and visitors from Norfolk and
Devon. Please pray for Peter and Christine that they will quickly settle in and make a real contribution in east Cornwall. Chris Limbach
Wednesday Fellowship Wednesday Fellowship is a meeting for ladies and men at Alpington and Yelverton Village Hall on 2nd Wednesday of the month. It is open to anyone in the Bramerton Group (or beyond!) There is a variety of interesting speakers, fellowship, tea and cake. Transport can be arranged within the Bramerton Group. For more information contact Jo Threadgold 492657 or Pat Barter 493570 9th October - Eminent Norwich Women. Speaker Barbara Miller 13th November - Coffee Morning 10:30-12:00 in St Mary’s Church, Yelverton. 11th December - Images of Nature through the Seasons with David Boulton. Community café. The September tea raised £55 for the St. George’s Dementia Group, which meets in Stoke Holy Cross. There will be NO CAFÉ IN OCTOBER. . 5th November, 14:30- 16:30 - We will be raising money for The Matthew Project. Who, under the leadership of Lorie Lain-Rogers, came to our rescue when our church wall needed repair. The Matthew Project is a charity in Norfolk and Suffolk supporting individuals and families with substance misuse issues. 3rd December. We will ask people to donate Toys and Tins for the Salvation Army’s Christmas Appeal in exchange for cake and drink. Last year was a great success, can we collect even more tins and toys this year?
********* Café Church All Welcome *********
The PARISH ROOM, The Street, Rockland St Mary.
With REFRESHMENTS, NEWSPAPERS, BIBLE STORIES, CRAFTS, PUZZLES and GOOD CONVERSATION
FOR ALL AGES
All with our compliments!
Sunday 17th November 2019
Theme: “Let the Children Come”
Drop in any time between 10.30 am-12.00 noon
For details, or possible help with transport, please contact Mandy Ansell 01508 538654
********* Café Church All Welcome *********
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Ashby & Thurton WI First Thursday each month at 7.30pm
Alpington, BA & Yelverton TWIG First Wednesday each month at 7.30pm
Rockland St Mary WI Second Tuesday each month at 7.30pm
Surlingham WI First Thursday each month at 7.30pm
Alpington, Bergh Apton & Yelverton TWIG
2nd October - Bags to Love. Speaker Julie Porter 6th November - Girls About Town with Petal and Pearl (Hand Knitting Group). 4th December - Salvation Army Singers January 2020 - AGM We are holding our Autumn Event, Winter Wonderland, on 30th November plus Pot Luck Supper.
Loddon Flower Club meet on the 1st Tuesday in the month at St John's Lecture Hall, George Lane, Loddon, Norwich, NR14 6NB, 6-30pm for a 7pm start. Visitors £6, everyone welcome.
1st October - My Life in Flowers - Tim Green.
5th November - It's all about the Sparkle - Lorraine Scott.
3rd December - Christmas Dreams - David Wright. Please note: this is an Open meeting and will be held at Hobart High School, Kitten's Lane, Loddon, NR14 6JU. Visitors £12, members £6. Tombola, stalls and light buffet and refreshments will be available.
Subscriptions are now due at £30 for the year, which works out at £3 per meeting. We are also available to arrange flowers for special occasions. Please contact our Chairman, Tricia Godfrey, on 01508 480522 or email [email protected] for further details.
St. Michael’s Church, Langleyt
Presents a concert of
Late 19th Century music
with Auriga Capella
Ursula Pank (cello) and John Nicholson (piano)
Popular pieces showcasing talented musicians
In the ballroom of Langley Hall, NR14 6BJ
7.30 pm Saturday 26th October 2019
Tickets: £10.00 adults £8.50 friends
£2.00 students/children
(includes wine/soft drinks and nibbles)
Concert proceeds will go towards refurbishment of the church
Poringland Community Cinema at Poringland Community Centre
Friday 11th October - All is True Friday 15th November - Red Joan Friday 13th December - Yesterday Tickets £5 (includes tea or coffee) from Poringland Budgens, the Library or on the door. Doors open at 6.45pm, film starts 7.30pm
Poringland Community Cinema Buena Vista Social Club
Friday 1st November - Film Night Members FREE. One night membership £5. Doors open 7pm. If you would like to join the Social Club or would like more information please contact: Maureen on 01508 494358 or Carol on 01508 492630.
Thurton Little Fish
Our Little Fish need a Big Fish!! The children who come to Little Fish enjoy a time of prayer, stories and songs planned especially for the under 5s. Parents and carers stay and join in and are rewarded with coffee and biscuits!
Sadly Jayne Casey, who has been ‘Big Fish’ for a couple of years, is unable to continue so we are desperate for someone to come forward and lead the shoal. Little Fish meet for an hour on alternate Wednesday mornings from 10.30am at Ashby and Thurton Village Hall; lots of resources are available.
Please, please, please speak to me if you are interested or just want to find out more. It would be such a shame if the Little Fish cannot continue to experience this early introduction to Bible stories, prayer and sharing together.
Many thanks,
Fr Chris Telephone: 01508 484174; Email: [email protected]
Claxton weddings Jocelyn CARTER and Tristen READ were married at St. Andrew’s Church, Claxton on the 3rd August.
Jocelyn was born in Claxton and baptised at the church. Both Jocelyn and Tristen attended Framlingham Earl High School returning to South Norfolk following their university studies and now live in Rockland St. Mary. Following a memorable ceremony in this ancient church, decorated throughout with homegrown flowers, they completed their special day with a fantastic reception at Raveningham. Thank you to all who contributed to such an unforgettable day.
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From the Registers CHRISTENINGS 19/05/19 Max GRAVER Framingham Pigot 28/07/19 Melissa Grace STONE Rockland St Mary 03/08/19 Henrietta HARROLD Framingham Pigot 18/08/19 Verity May MARSDEN Rockland St Mary 18/08/19 Esme MATTOCKS Framingham Pigot 24/08/19 Jude DEELEY-NOBBS Framingham Pigot 01/09/19 Eleanor HACKER Framingham Pigot 01/09/19 Hattie BEARDMORE Yelverton MARRIAGES 01/06/19 James BURY and Clare ELLIS Surlingham 08/06/19 Thomas BUTTERS and Sarah CONNELLAN Framingham Pigot 13/07/19 Jason HOLLETT and Emily CROWE Bergh Apton 03/08/19 Tristen READ and Jocelyn CARTER Claxton 10/08/19 Michael BEWICK and Rachel REDPATH Bergh Apton 10/08/19 Joseph KAYE and Laura DOWNS Claxton 31/08/19 Dean DRUMMOND and Holly WATTS Framingham Pigot 07/09/19 Jonathan URWIN and Lucy-Claire CANN Framingham Pigot FUNERALS , BURIALS, CREMATIONS, INTERMENT OF ASHES 16/08/19 Joan CATTON (93) Framingham Pigot 28/08/19 Dorothy BARKER (79) Bergh Apton (Interment of Ashes) 06/09/19 Meryl PARSONS (89) Rockland St Mary
Max GRAVER was christened on 19th May at St Andrew's Church, Framingham Pigot.
Leanne and Philip shared the happiness of this day with Max's family and Godparents. They would especially like to thank Father Chris for the lovely service.
CHRISTENINGS Melissa Grace STONE was christened on Sunday 28th July at Rockland St Mary Church by Revd Mandy Ansell.
A wonderful day was had by all the family and friends who came to the service and celebration.
Melissa, with parents Nikki and Ian, sister Natasha and the Godparents, Penny, Jennifer and Philip.
Verity May MARSDEN was christened on 18th August at Rockland St Mary Church by Revd Mandy Ansell. It was a wonderful service followed by happy celebrations with family and friends. This happy family photo shows parents Zoe and Mark, big brother Ethan with Verity on her special day.
Surlingham wedding
Clare ELLIS and James BURNS were married on 1st June at St Mary’s Church, Surlingham.
They are pictured here with their daughter, Hannah.
Framingham Pigot wedding
Thomas BUTTERS and Sarah CONNELLAN were married at St Andrew's Church, Framingham Pigot on 8th June.
What an absolutely spectacular day! It was the happiest moment of our lives (despite the rain). St Andrew's Church in Framingham Pigot truly is stunning and looked even better with the flowers decorating it. The service, led by Rev Chris Ellis, was so touching and personal. He remembered something that we had mentioned to him almost the first time we met. Patricia, John, and Frankie were invaluable in making sure the service ran perfectly on the day and we are so grateful. They were so organised throughout the process which took a lot of stress off of our shoulders! Nigel Waring played our music beautifully and also accompanied our friend who sang at the service. We've been back since the wedding to attend the regular Sunday service and to see the congregation again, and we hope to be back very soon!
Joseph KAYE of Claxton, and Laura DOWNS of Felixstowe, were married in St Andrew’s Church, Claxton on 10th August. The reception was at Hall View in a marquee that was wanting to sail away in high winds! Thankfully, all was well and a wonderful day was enjoyed by all the guests. Joseph and Laura are now living over the border in Suffolk in the village of Icklingham, near Bury St Edmunds.
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WEA Loddon Branch – Autumn talks
The talks will be on Monday afternoons in the Jubilee Hall Clubroom, from 2 till 3.30 pm, and Mr. Michael Nash, a Royal historian and legal expert who lectures at UEA, is going to talk about Royal Portraits. The first talk, in a series of 10, will be on September 30th. The second will not be until October 14th, but the series will then continue uninterrupted, concluding December 9th.
You have to enrol beforehand, either online or by phone. You will need to quote the course title: "Royal Portraits” and the reference number C2226932. Online -go to WEA Eastern Region, choose 'Find a Course' and follow the prompts. You will have to pay the fee of £58 online when you enrol. There is also the option of enrolling by phone. Call 0300 30 33 46 and choose option. The line is open Mon. to Fri. from 8 am. to 8 pm and on Saturdays from 8 am to 1 pm and you actually speak to a human being! You can pay for the course over the phone if you wish but, if you prefer, you may hand a cheque to the Branch Treasurer after the first session. On line or by phone, we would urge you to enrol as soon as possible because austerity is now the watchword and under-subscribed courses may be axed. No special knowledge is needed in order to join and everyone is welcome. There is ample free parking at the Jubilee Hall and there is access for the disabled. For any further information, please phone (01508) 521036 or 558453.
RAF Benevolent Fund in Norfolk - Help us get more RAF veterans on our radar
By way of introduction I am the Welfare Projects Manager for the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund. Given Norfolk’s proud and historic links to the Royal Air Force you may well have heard of us as the leading welfare charity for those serving and those who have served in the RAF, as well as their families. We provide a range of support from financial assistance, independent living help to emotional and mental wellbeing support. In addition, we recently launched a new Community Connector service to tackle social isolation and loneliness amongst the RAF family across Norfolk (based Downham Market but covering the whole county) www.rafbf.org/news-and-blogs/raf-benevolent-fund-launches-new-community-scheme-help-isolated-raf-veterans
We estimate that there are approx. 42,000 veterans living in Norfolk, a significant number of which will have an RAF connection. Our World War II and National Service generation are a shrinking demographic group and by 2030 we will have lost 400,000 of them. It is vital therefore that we reach these individuals now and make them aware of the welfare support available to them. It is for this reason that the Benevolent Fund is about to launch a major reaching out campaign to raise awareness. We know that too often pride and self-reliance holds veterans back from seeking the support available. We are therefore reaching out to their families and friends - we estimate that 1 in 3 people in Norfolk has known someone who has served or is serving in the Royal Air Force – to get these veterans back on our radar.
It is with this urgent need to reach out and raise awareness that I am contacting and visiting Town, Parish and Borough Councils across Norfolk and the Armed Forces Covenant Group at the County level. Maybe a poster on your parish noticeboard, an article in your parish newsletter or a link on your parish council website would be gratefully appreciated. Indeed, if any of your parish councillors are aware of any RAF veterans who may benefit from our support please ask them to call 0300 102 1919 or direct them to our campaign website at: www.rafbf.org.
I can send out a guide to our services for your councillors if it would be useful. I would be happy to talk about this further and if you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me by email: [email protected] or by telephone: 020 7307 3356.
Peter Ashcroft, Welfare Projects Manager, Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund, 67 Portland Place, London, W1B 1AR. Website: www.rafbf.org
A Norfolk Journey
A cheerful mixture of yarns, readings and reflections with
KEITH SKIPPER
Friday 25th October at 7.30 pm
Alpington Village Hall, NR14 7NU (4 miles from Norwich)
TICKETS £10 from 01508 492388 or 495264
All proceeds in aid of the nook appeal
Registered charity No. 1069284
Speeding through our villages
It's a sobering thought that many readers of this newspaper are breaking the law . To put it more bluntly, they are committing a criminal offence, probably without giving it a second thought. They are speeding through our villages.
Careless, reckless, thoughtless? Probably a mix of all three. Where there is a consensus is that the problem is getting worse. And surprisingly perhaps, it seems we are selfish about our speeding. We observe the limit in our own village and ignore it in our neighbouring communities.
Drivers heading for Bramerton, Surlingham, Rockland and beyond regularly drive through Kirby Bedon above the 50 mph speed limit. Vehicles from Surlingham consistently flout the 30mph limit as they approach Bramerton along Surlingham Road. Some Drivers from Rockland and Claxton treat the winding road and blind bends through Bramerton as a racetrack. I am sure we can all think of other examples. Delivery drivers with tight timetables are serial speeders. The heavily congested A 146 tempts rush hour drivers to rat-run through our villages. We are all in a hurry aren't we, so does it matter? Well, what about the school children walking and waiting for buses, animals, elderly pedestrians, cyclists, cars edging out of driveways?
Don't take my word for it. Our neighbourhood policing team in Poringland has made speeding one of its priorities for the Autumn. Officers have been active in the villages with their speed guns, most recently in Bramerton where they expressed serious concern at drivers' speeds. And actions have consequences. As well as the option of speed awareness courses for low level speeding, 40mph in a 30 limit will earn you three points on your licence. 50 mph in a 30 limit can mean up to six points and a fine equivalent to a week's earnings. We all know what happens when you reach 12 points.
So what can be done? Several villages have volunteer speed watch groups, including Rockland, supported by speed activated signs. Bramerton has now joined their ranks by establishing a road safety team with the support of the parish council. Volunteers will be trained by the police to use radar speed guns. Get caught once and you'll get a police warning. Get caught twice and you'll get a visit from the police. The group also plans to apply for funding to help buy a so- called SAM (speed activated message) sign which tells drivers their speeds.
But the only real solution is a change in mind-set. That's happened with drink- driving. Its unacceptable. Same with seat belts. The use of handheld mobile phones is slowly on the wane, thanks to higher penalties. As for speeding, preserving the precious rural environment in which we live is quite simply the responsibility of all of us as we press the accelerator.
Dick Meadows
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Friends of St Mary’s Church
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Village News Alpington & Yelverton
Bergh Apton
Alpington & Yelverton village hall
QUIZ, with raffle
Bring your own drinks and nibbles
Saturday 2nd November, 7 pm for 7.30 pm
Tickets £6.00, available from Pat Barter, 01508 495179
or Chris Hunter 01508 495179
Alpington & Yelverton History Society Alpington & Yelverton Village Hall, Church Road, Alpington NR14 7NU Tuesday 12th November, 7.30 pm. ‘Death Recorded’, with Speaker, Pip Wright We shall look at capital punishment between 1732-1900. About 1,000 Suffolk criminals received death sentences in that time, but what actually happened to them? Refreshments available. Guests £3.00 The AGM will be held with the Mardle, our January meeting, which will be focusing on Pastimes.
By the time you read this the East Window of St. Mary’s, Yelverton, should be back in place, fully restored by Devlin Plummer, and looking magnificent. At our AGM in July Terry Devlin brought along two panels, before and after restoration, and the improvement was remarkable. He spoke on the techniques and challenges of the restoration. All who attended clearly enjoyed the evening, which concluded with refreshments.
The Friends have undertaken to raise the money for the restoration, which will cost over £21,000. We need to thank the loyal members of the Friends’ 200 Club, who this year provided us with an annual net income of over £750. The draw takes place each month at Wednesday Fellowship meetings. Numbers available to new participants are steadily diminishing, so if you have not yet joined, why not buy a number and support the repair and maintenance of our Grade1 listed church. The cost is £12 a year for each number. Contact the Secretary, Mary Fewster (01508 492059) if you are interested.
Fund-raising this year has been intense and very successful. The Friends had already handed over to the PCC nearly £7,000 towards the project from previous fundraising, and this has been added to during the year by a series of events, beginning with two very well-supported afternoon tea sessions at the Wheel of Fortune. The opportunity to enjoy a full afternoon tea in the very atmospheric and cosy surroundings of our local pub was seized on by Friends and local residents, and we were quickly sold out.
In May we enjoyed an excellent concert by the Poringland Singers, called ‘The Greatest Showman’, which was an evening of enjoyable light-hearted music from the shows plus some favourite standards, and even an opportunity to celebrate Norwich City’s promotion to the Premier League. In June, Sally and Leo organized two ‘Teas under the Trees’ afternoons which were well supported, although the second had to be held in the church because of the weather.
Our annual coffee morning in August, also held at the Wheel of Fortune by kind permission of Jan and Tom, raised the amazing total of £751, which was more than we had anticipated.
In addition, the appeal has been the recipient of a generous bequest from the estate of a local resident, several individual donations, and grants of £2,144 from the Paul Bassham Trust and £1,500 from Allchurches Trust, which owns Ecclesiastical Insurance. We are therefore confident that by the end of the year we shall have raised over two-thirds of the money needed. There is one more event and it’s your last chance in 2019 to experience one of our amazing afternoon teas! (See top of next column).
Coffee morning selling Christmas cards, wrapping paper, small gifts, etc., in aid of
Save the children
Saturday 12th October, 10am to 3pm
At Hillside Farm, Welbeck Rd., Bergh Apton, NR15 1AU
Coffee Morning
at Washingford House, Cookes Road, Bergh Apton, NR15 1AA
01508 550924. [email protected]
Thursday 17th October from 10 am to 1 pm
In aid of Priscilla Bacon Hospice www.priscillabaconhospice.org.uk
and The Brooke www.thebrooke.org
Handmade Aprons, Aga Towels, Baby Items, Cushions, Jewellery, Pottery, Cards, Gifts, Advent Calendars. Handmade Soaps and
Bath Oils. Cake and Tombola stall
Entry £2.50 to include coffee and biscuits
Offers of cakes/Tombola prizes would be greatly appreciated. Paris Back, Liz Lester, Clive and Alexandra Evans
Afternoon Tea at the ‘Wheel’ In aid of the East Window Appeal
Sunday, 17th November from 2.30 to 5.30 p.m.
by kind permission of Jan and Tom at The Wheel of Fortune, Alpington.
Full afternoon tea with a selection of
sandwiches, scones, and home-made cakes
Tickets £12.50 per person. Children under 5 free; 5-11 years £2.50
Places only available if pre-booked.
Book now to avoid disappointment – limited places available
Why not add a glass of Prosecco for £5?
To book tickets or for more information please contact
Leo Smith
Telephone: 01508 493695 or email [email protected]
St Andrews’ Church, Claxton
Invite you to a
Musical Tea Party
On Sunday 6th October, 4 pm
At Claxton village hall
Featuring items from
‘Reed All About It’ and
Surlingham Broadnotes
For further information
01508 480555
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Bramerton
Village News
Carleton St Peter
Claxton
Bergh Apton Society
During August, we had a weekend break visiting Highgrove House and Blenheim Palace. Following our conducted tour of the superb gardens at Highgrove members enjoyed a delicious light lunch.
We have two more evening meetings at the Bergh Apton Village hall before the 2019 programme closes:
October 9th - Marko The Entertainer pt II
November 13th - Meet the BBC Presenter, David Whiteley .
We hope to see you at Bergh Apton Village Hall, Cooke's Road, NR15 1AA
Refreshments. Raffle. Admission £3.00
Bergh Apton continued . . .
Bergh Apton Community
“Sing, Sing, Sing Group””
Presents
Those Were The Days (music through the decades)
Friday November 15th and Saturday November 16th
7.30pm Bergh Apton village hall
Tickets £10 each (including entertainment and buffet, but
bring your own drinks)
All profits to the nook appeal, East Anglian Children’s
Hospice
Come along and help make the rafters ring!!
Contact Karen on 07583 968739
Bramerton Bowls Club
Bramerton Bowls Club has enjoyed another good season. In division one of the Yare League we finished 4th, competing against some of the biggest clubs in the area.
In Division One of the Norwich Bowling Association we ended up just a few points behind the top two teams. In the Framingham league we reached the final of one of the league's cup competitions, which will take place next season.
We only have just over twenty members and our captain, Steve Johnson, has done a really good job marshalling his troops. We are always looking for new members so if you are aged between fourteen and ninety years, and are interested in joining, you are welcome to come and try bowling for yourself. You just need to phone our secretary, Richard Speare, on 01508 538465 to arrange.
Doug Riches (Member)
The PCC would Like to thank everybody who came and supported the Cream Teas on June 30th at the church. We had a lovely, sunny, warm day. A big thank you for all the cake makers who made and gave all the lovely cakes and scones. Also a big thank you to Linda, Anne and Harry who worked so hard making the teas. Thanks also to Greg for cutting the grass. We made £232!
The PCC would like to thank everybody again who came and visited the church on July 27th and 28th for our “Popular Phrases” weekend and Flowers by Friends of the Church. Thanking you so much to all the flower arrangers who generously gave the flowers and made such stunning arrangements that made the church look most beautiful.
Also a big thank you to all those who made and gave all the lovely cakes, etc. and to all the helpers - Linda, Maureen, Anne, Jill and Michelle, Peter and Brian - for everything they did to make the day so successful.
News from the Village Hall
Following years of very successful summer quizzes at Claxton and Carleton St Peter Village Hall we intend to hold our first winter quiz. We have yet to finalise the details, but the format will be similar to our summer quizzes with a delicious two course home cooked meal included and drinks available at the bar. It is a little way ahead, but do put February 22nd 2020 in your diaries.
In response to requests for an evening exercise class, pilates now takes place on Tuesdays at 8pm in the Village Hall. For more details contact Jenna Sweeney on 07734455184. The Art Group, held on Mondays 11.30 – 13.00 continues to be popular and costs just £5 per session. More details from Jo Bissonnet on 01508 484081
The Community Café extends a warm welcome to everyone every second Tuesday of the month and also hosts the regular monthly 200 club draw. The Café was delighted to donate all profits from the September Café to Macmillan as part of their Coffee Morning fundraising. In addition, further funds were raised from the sale of donated items of garden produce, homemade preserves, cakes, etc and, together with generous cash donations, a grand total of an amazing £234 was given to Macmillan to support the excellent work they do. Many thanks to everyone involved.
Thanks also to everybody who helped with the marquee and manning stalls, tables and the tombola. It was a great help to me. Thank you to Greg and Harry for cutting the grass and making it look like a lawn, and special thanks to Greg for bringing and arranging those beautiful plants around the church and making his lovely garden. The total made over the weekend was £687.81p.
BBQ at Carleton St Peter Church on August 25th - The PCC would like to thank everybody who came and supported it. We had a lovely hot day. Many thanks to Greg and Harry for cooking the BBQ burgers, etc. Thanks also to Anne, Charlie and William for serving the teas, cakes and drinks and to Peter and Brian for being so helpful in every way helping with the raffle, tombola, taking the BBQ money. Everybody worked so hard on such a hot day!
Thank you to all the cake makers, Maureen, Carol, Christine, Anne and Enid. It was a very enjoyable Sunday lunch. Total made was £213.64p.
Sunday October 6th - Harvest Festival at 11 am. Everybody welcome.
Saturday November 9th - Bingo with Lynton and Ray. Starts at 7 pm at Carleton St Peter & Claxton village hall.
Carleton St Peter continued . . .
St Andrew’s Church, Claxton
Sunday October 6th -
Musical Tea Party at 4 pm in Claxton village hall
Saturday November 23rd -
Ceilidh, with Small Fry, 7.15 pm for 7.30 pm at
Claxton village hall. Live music and Caller
Sunday December 15th -
Wassail, 3.30 pm at St Andrew’s Church.
Summer Garden Party in Framingham Pigot The wind died down and the sun shone for the 'Cottage on the Beck' Garden Party on 11th August. Thank you to everyone who contributed to the many stalls, and to those who came along to enjoy an afternoon in a pretty village garden. A lovely time was had by all. A grand total of £340 was made. £280 was given to St Andrew's Church and £60 to the Red Cross.
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Rockland St Mary Rockland St Mary with Hellington Parish Council
News from the Clerk . . .
Climate Emergency - You will all have read and listened to a great deal about climate change in the media recently. Over the next few months Councillors will be discussing climate emergency issues including whether the Parish Council should declare a climate emergency and exploring ways in which the Council and residents can be pro-active in implementing actions which can increase biodiversity and encourage sustainable practices. Please do contact me if you would like to be part of this initiative or if you have any suggestions you would like the Parish Council to consider.
Memorial Benches - In the last issue of Eleven Says parishioners were invited to contact me if they would wish to contribute to a memorial bench for a loved one at Black Horse Dyke. To date I have not received any responses but do please let me know if this is something in which you would be interested.
“Drop in Sessions” -The next “drop in sessions” will take place at Emma’s Tea Room at the Post Office on Wednesday the 9th October and Thursday the 7th November from 9.15 a.m. to 11.15 a.m. Please do not forget that this is an opportunity for residents to have informal discussions with two Councillors on matters the Parish Council may be able to consider at their meetings.
New email address - Please note the new email address below for the Parish Clerk
Monica Armstrong, Clerk to Rockland St Mary with Hellington Parish Council
Email: [email protected]
Rockland St Mary & District Gardening Club After very successful garden visits during the summer months the Club’s winter programme of speakers begins on September 26th when we welcome Anne Bridge talking about “The History of the Flower Seller.” On October 24th Peter Lawrence will speak about “Humphrey Repton, the Landscape Gardener” and on November 28th the topic will be “The Fascinating World of Insects”. A talk by Tony Brown. All meetings are held in the Parish Room commencing at 7.30 pm. As well as members, non-members are warmly invited. Monica Armstrong, Club Secretary
Latest News On a balmy July evening Surlingham Church hosted the last concert of the summer, a lovely evening programme from our community choir Surlingham Broadnotes. The audience enjoyed not only the songs but the refreshments provided by choir members.
Jack Points book 'Surlingham, a south rivers village' has been carefully updated by his daughter, Jenny Riley, and the new book, with full colour plates, was launched at Surlingham Ferry House in early September. The pub was crowded to hear Jenny Riley give a short talk and Sonia supplied tea and scones for the audience. Proceeds from the sale of the new book will be given to Surlingham Church (St. Mary's) and copies are available from Clive Evans, Mayfield, Ferry Road (538 234).
As we head into Autumn, preparations for the Surlingham Autumn Fayre are well under way. The date is Saturday October 5th at Surlingham Church and we'll be welcoming a number of Norfolk artists and craftspeople who will be bringing their work. Also available will be home-baking, preserves, artisan bread. Refreshments will of course be on sale, as will soup and a roll at lunch- time.
Autumn also sees the return of the Creative Writers group following their summer break. They meet on the first Monday of the month and if you'd like more information please contact: [email protected]
Surlingham Book Launch
Yesterday afternoon Jenny Riley launched her book at the Ferry House pub. This edition brings her father’s book of the same name up to date with additional colour photographs and stories from the last 30 years.
The pub was packed to hear Jenny briefly describe how the original book was compiled and how her update was conceived; a casual suggestion by her friends and sailing companions Rachel and Richard Card nearly 3 years ago.
Big thanks to Sonia and her team for the mountain of scone cream teas enjoyed by many.
Copies of the book, priced £14.99, are available to buy from Clive Evans, Mayfield, Ferry Road (538234).
All profits from the sale of this excellent social history are to be given to St Mary’s Church.
Friends of Thurton Church
On October 12th at Bergh Apton Village Hall we have the return of River Hundred Folk Band for another Ceilidh. Tickets including supper are £12.50. To book telephone 01508 480899. BYOB
Advance notice for December diaries is for Christmas Bingo at the George and Dragon on November 29th..
We are very pleased to let you know that we have raised £450 from the Strawberries and Fizz evening, plus £200 from the Village Fete and Open Garden. Thank you to all those who supported these events and so help us in adding to the Relief Fund towards the toilet at the Church.
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Village News Thurton continued . . .
Alpington and Yelverton School
Last school year was a busy one with the children involved in many activities to help others in our community and beyond, as a church school we are keen to let our light shine out to others.
The children held one sleep over at school which raised funds for the YMCA Norwich. This was inspired by a visit to the school from the YMCA who came to talk to them about homelessness and the problems this creates for vulnerable young people. This proved to be so successful that the school council arranged another sleepover in June where the funds raised have been used to sponsor a child through Compassion, a girl called Shecania from Burkino Faso. The children chose a girl from this region of Africa as it is an area where a very low percentage of girls are educated. The money raised will help to sponsor her education. The children will be exchanging letters with her and hopefully developing a greater cultural awareness of this area.
After learning about keeping healthy and heart health the school council decided that the school and community would benefit from installing a defibrillator on the school fence. The children took part in a sponsored run, made healthy soup, salad and fruit kebabs which the parents came and ate. The money from these activities has allowed us to purchase and install a defibrillator which is not only for use in school but will be positioned so that villagers can also access it.
Throughout the year the parents have supported the Norwich Foodbank by collecting tins and other non-perishable items as well as collecting unwanted towels and bed linen which were donated to YMCA. Our annual Harvest Festival service at St Mary’s Yelverton is also an opportunity to share our resources with others. Once again we will be collecting items for the Shoebox appeal with the filled Shoeboxes being sent to the Shoebox service at St Peter and St Paul, Bergh Apton.
As a school our Vision is Faith, Love and Action and the children are encouraged to think of how they might be able to use their skills, time and talents to support others.
Do you have a child due to start school next September? Come along to our Open Morning Wednesday 16th October from 9.30 to 12 midday. Please see our school website for further details about us.
Thurton Church Holiday Club
Thurton & Ashby Space Academy (TASA) was open for four days this August and hosted over 40 trainee astronauts. It was a great week learning about space and hearing about Peter from the Bible.
We found out how Peter chose to follow Jesus, trusted him, was forgiven and told everyone he knew about God’s love. Lots of fun was had visiting planets, firing rockets, making clay aliens, playing games and watching the drama and puppets. We also heard from real astronaut Tim Peake!
Thank you so much to all the leaders and teenage helpers who gave their time to run the week, without whom it would not have been possible. Keep updated by finding us at facebook.com thurtonchurchholidayclub Milky, Way and Galaxy
Ashby & Thurton Village Hall and Playing Field 100 Club Thank you to all who supported us again for another years contribution to the 100 club. The winners were: for July - 50, D.Yallop, August - 27, M. Taylor, September - 38, L Saunders. This helps with much needed funds for Our Village Hall. The winning amount each month is £40 with an extra £120 in November. Quiz and BBQ – 7th September - Our quiz went very well, thank you to everyone who came along and supported the village hall. Monies raised go towards the village hall and new car park. Painting of the Village Hall - Some of you may have already noticed repainting of the outside of the hall has started, it will be continued into the inside and hopefully finish by Christmas. Community Café - Our community café started at the hall on the 12th of August and was a great success so we will be continuing on the 2nd Monday of each month 2pm -4pm. 14th October, 11th November and 9th December. Everyone is welcome there are hot and cold drinks available as well as cakes, other snacks and activities. Anyone waiting to pick up children from school, why don’t you pop in while you are waiting for them and/or come long with them after school? We look forward to seeing you. We applied for a grant of £300 which has paid for 20 new comfortable chairs, we would like to purchase more so we are launching “sponsor a chair”. Sponsorship would cost £15 per chair or £20 if an individual wishes to have a personal acknowledgement/memorial placed on the back of a chair. If anyone is interested please contact me, Carol Powell 01508 480089. Treasurer Required - A treasurer is required for Ashby & Thurton Village Hall Committee. Meetings are once every other month at the hall in Thurton. There will be a hand over from the previous treasurer. If you are interested please contact: Carol Powell on 480089 Short Mat Bowls - A reminder of our short mat bowls sessions in the village hall; beginners are welcome, every Wednesday between 2pm and 4pm for friendly games and a cup of tea with a biscuit or two.
Rockland St Mary School
Rockland St Mary Primary School students will be making poppies to remember all those who gave their lives during the world wars. On 4th November these will be placed by the Hornbeam tree at Black Horse Dyke.
The Hornbeam tree was planted in 2018 with the help of students from the school, along with villagers and members of the Parish Council.
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01508 538231
Beekeeping equipment, courses and advice
Local Honey for sale
Selection of local grown fruit and vegetables available
Contact: Ruth and John Everett
Thurton Benefice Rev Chris Ellis The Rectory 29 Ashby Road THURTON NR14 6AX Tel: 01508 484174 Email: [email protected] BYRUS Youth Worker Norwich Youth for Christ Mousehold Hub, 22 Mousehold Avenue, NORWICH NR3 4RS Tel: 01603 620678 Mobile: 07717744630 Email: [email protected] norwichyfc.co.uk
CLERGY OF THE BRAMERTON GROUP
ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISH OF PORINGLAND AND LODDON
Parish Priest Father Padraig HAWKINS, The Lodge, 17 Upgate, Poringland. NR14 7SH. Tel: 01508 492589. Email: [email protected] Times of Masses
Saturday 6 pm Loddon
Sunday 9 am Poringland
Daily Mon-Fri 8 am Poringland
Saturday 9 am Poringland
Staff days off:
Monday Chris Ellis Mandy Ansell
Thursday Mandy Ansell
ELEVEN SAYS EDITORIAL BOARD
Editor: Ruth Everett Tel: 01508 538231
Treasurer, Donations, Advertising: John Everett Applebee, Bramerton Lane, Rockland St Mary, Norwich. NR14 7HE. Tel: 01508 538231
Contributions, Page Layout and Design: Angie Yeomans 15 Bramerton Lodge, Bramerton, Norwich. NR14 7EQ. Tel: 01508 538131 (Answerphone)
Contributions are very welcome subject to the Board’s discretion and available space. Deadline for all material (“copy”) for the next issue is 10th NOVEMBER 2019.
Email: [email protected]
Produced by: Angie Yeomans Printed by: Interprint, County Hall, Martineau Lane, NORWICH. NR1 2DL Tel: 01603 894195
Rockland Benefice Rev Mandy Ansell 44 The Street, ROCKLAND ST MARY NR14 7AH Tel: 01508 538654 Email: [email protected]
Please note:
At Holy Communion, where only two readings are used, the first reading will usually be the Epistle, and the second will always be the Gospel reading. At other services where two readings are used, the first will usually be the Old Testament reading, and the second can be either the Epistle or the Gospel readings.
CODE: HC = Holy Communion; E. Praise = Evening Praise; FC = Family Communion; FW = Family Worship; MP = Morning Prayer; EP = Evening Prayer; .PT = Parish Team; VM = Vestry Meeting. Weekday Holy Communion at St Mary’s Yelverton on Thursday 3rd October and Thursday 7th November at 10.30am
NEXT ASSEMBLY: SATURDAY NOVEMBER 30th, BERGH APTON VILLAGE HALL, COOKE’S ROAD, NR15 1AA, 9am - 11am (approx)
Bible Readings Sunday by Sunday: October and November 2019 Date Old Testament Epistle Gospel 06/10/19 Lamentations 1.1-6 2 Timothy 1.1-14 Luke 17.5-10 Trinity 16 or Habakkuk 1.1-4; 2.1-4
13/10/19 Jeremiah 29.1,4-7 2 Timothy 2.8-15 Luke 17.11-19 Trinity 17 or 2 Kings 5.1-3,7-15c
20/10/19 Jeremiah 31.27-34 2 Timothy 3.14 - 4.5 Luke 18.1-8 Trinity 18 or Genesis 32.22-31
27/10/19 Isaiah 45.22-25 Romans 15.1-6 Luke 4.16-24 Bible Sunday
03/11/19 Daniel 7.1-3,15-18 Ephesians 1.11-23 Luke 6.20-31 All Saints' Sunday
10/11/19 Job 19.23-27a 2 Thessalonians 2.1-5, Luke 20.27-38 Remembrance 13-17 Sunday
17/11/19 Malachi 4.1-2a 2 Thessalonians 3.6-13 Luke 21.5-19 Trinity 22
24/11/19 Jeremiah 23.1-6 Colossians 1.11-20 Luke 23.33-43 Christ the King
01/12/19 Isaiah 2.1-5 Romans 13.11-14 Matthew 24.36-44 Advent Sunday
BENEFICE at Claxton
Benefice at CLAXTON
BENEFICE at Claxton
BENEFICE at Claxton
BENEFICE at Claxton
Chris Limbach
