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May 2017 Edition
CHURCH and PARISH
The magazine for
Great & Little Plumstead, Thorpe End & Witton
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A Who’s Who of the Church in the Plumsteads St Mary’s Great Plumstead, Saints Gervase and Protase Little Plumstead,
St David’s Thorpe End and St Margaret’s Witton www.churchintheplumsteads.com
Priest in Charge
Rev. Darleen Plattin The Rectory 9 Lawn Crescent Thorpe End NR13 5BP Tel 01603 300093 [email protected]
Reader (Lay Minister)
Jenny Barnard 'Jenny is currently on sabbatical leave'.
Treasurer
Lindy Doherty 15 Barker Way Thorpe End NR13 5EZ Tel: 01603 438070 [email protected]
Secretary
Jan Beaumont, 4 Boulton Road, Thorpe St Andrew, NR7 0DF Tel: 01603 461360
Great Plumstead Churchwarden
David Jacobs The Nurseries Smee Lane Gt Plumstead NR13 5AX Tel: 01603 433687
Little Plumstead Churchwarden
There are two churchwarden vacancies at Little Plumstead
Thorpe End Churchwarden
There are two churchwarden vacancies at Thorpe End
Witton Churchwardens
Jane Hood Cherry Tree Farm Witton Lane Witton NR13 5DW
David Wheeler Appletree Farm Smee Lane Great Plumstead NR13 5AX Tel: 01603 431500
If you have recently moved into our villages and would like to know more about your local churches, please contact your local churchwarden
As always, Darleen is available to visit at home or in hospital, whether you are ill, recovering, or just want to see someone, please telephone. If you have a prayer request please let her know either by phone, email or through her letter box. Alternatively leave them at the back of one of the churches. If you are unable to get to church and would like communion at home please let her know. Enquires for Baptisms, Thanksgiving services, Weddings and Services of Blessing or Thanksgiving after a Civil Marriage ceremony are always welcome please telephone or email for an initial chat. On the sad occasion of a bereavement please do contact her or ask the undertaker to do so, Darleen is available to come and discuss your wishes for a funeral service in Church, the Crematorium or Colney wood. Contact details are above
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From the Rectory May 2017
Dear Friends,
Since arriving in the parish two and a half years ago, I have written the monthly letter for the front of this magazine, sometimes it is easy to find something to say and other times more difficult. Writing monthly for a magazine was something quite new to me. In my previous parish, I wrote three letters a year at Christmas, Easter and in July and the other months were covered by other contributors. Having contributions from a wide variety of people added interest to the magazine and allowed others to share their view point.
There is absolutely no reason why I should write the letter every month or for it to be religious in content. I would like to see the letter reflect the diversity of the parish and the views of those who live here. I am sure there are people who read the magazine and think that they would like to contribute, well now is your opportunity to be the guest opening letter writer either as a one off or perhaps a couple of times a year. If you would like to do this, please contact me and I will assign you to a month and give you the information you need to proceed.
God has given us many gifts and talents could this be a way to use yours? I look forward to hearing from you and to reading your letters in future editions. Yours in Christ
Darleen
Coffee-Cake-Plants at St David's Church Thorpe End. Saturday 13th May 10am-1pm Please join us for a Coffee Morning
There will be a homemade cake stall and plant sale including Bedding Plants, Containers and Hanging Baskets. All in Aid of Church Funds
MAY DAY FAYRE The friends of Little Plumstead Church of England VA Primary school are
organising their annual Fayre on
Monday May 1st from 12-4 at Great Plumstead Village hall. entertainment includes a Steel band, dance shows, and Maypole dancing as well as many stalls , children's entertainment, donkey rides and a Grand Prize raffle. There will be a BBQ, ice creams and refreshments.
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Parish Council Report 10th April 2017 at Great Plumstead V. H. The Meeting. Cllr. J. Wiley in the chair. Summary scratchings by Cllr. Cawdron. Notes only, not minutes. What a weekend sunshine weather we had. Q’s, Matters Arising and Chairman’s Items. It was noted that the newly appearing 5b and 5c buses in lieu of the 51 and 53 have no posted timetables. Clerk noted this was no longer a Norfolk Council Matter, but was privatized with Konnecta bus maybe. The loss of the 51 Plumstead bus link to Heartsease an example of diminishing private returns. Broadland Drive potholess have been filled in. Walled Garden action has continued with clearance of vegetation. Proposals for a Community Shop at the Glades have been discussed with the Hospital. No report on walls condition yet. Next Public Community Meeting at Plumstead School evening 24th April 2017. No further report on Little Plumstead Lake condition, which with limited rainfall is taking a time to recover. No response from EA and AW. Recovery of Hall brick salvage not yet confirmed. Cllr Johnson would enquire. SAM traffic control location, Church Road Gt Plumstead to be followed by Plumstead Rd TEGV. The Plumstead Road Roundabout (20161873) near Dussindale Drive. Parish and TEGVRA have submitted their roundabout proposal to Broadland and contact continues with Bovis regarding the ‘ransom strip’. No other progress on Trod and this application is yet to come forward. The Chairman welcomed Anne Barnes who will be our Clerk while Tess Scott takes maternity leave. Chairman noted a problem claim on ‘copyright’ with attached costs for Gt Plumstead Village Hall sign. This seemed improbable and would be responded to accordingly for the time being. A football Club is looking for a home on a long term basis. Further discussion imminent and this could affect planning for the changing room facilities currently in feasibility. A change of Conditions application by the Lothbury Trust for the Middle Road link was raised and discussed with the meeting. The Parish Council, TEGVRA and others were strongly objecting on the proposals which provided no guarantee or programme for essential infrastructure. County and District Councillors were also opposed and BDC Officers had not cleared. The matter was therefore ’‘called in” at the Planning Committee. Cllr attendance would be made when the matter was due. Police Report: To find reports, go to www.norfolkpolice.uk Officer attending with 9 reported incidents in March with 6 at Little Plum Hospital, 3 domestic and visible speed check action at Thorpe End. Thanks. NDR Liaison Group. Bridge Beam lifts for the Rail Bridge crossing had taken place and completed. Residents can sign up for news reports via the NCC website [email protected] County Council Report. Cllr. Mackie noted several items of highways interest with provisional dates for Broadland Drive mini roundabout and footpath works programmed for August this year. Chris Mayes of NCC has tried to help with the unsatisfactory unsafe location of the Plumsteads post box. Cllr Jane Jones will see if she can follow up with a recalcitrant Post Office. Wasse mean? Cllr is following up on the NDR tree line and help with the landscape and screening.
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Councillor Mackie is standing for re-election in the forthcoming May elections and thanked parishioners for their actions and support. By publication in May, we should all know. Parish Council moved a vote of thanks for the active work and help provided by the County Councillor to the Parish over the last four years and in particular with the difficulties of the NDR. Middle road traffic survey (post NDR) is under consideration plus Toad Lane repairs. For potholes and road maintenance use the NCC website, go to www.norfolk.gov.uk Cllr Mackie mentioned grants were available from the Norfolk Youth Fund for local projects. Also noted were the St Georges Day Event for TSA and that Thorpe Woodlands proposals had not been fully withdrawn, although were not active and not anticipated. District Council Report. Cllr. Vincent reported with an update on the Council matters Laurel Farm Link Road is not yet resolved (20141851) See above. Salhouse Road (20170104), adding a proposed 380 dwellings. Parish Council and TEGVRA have forwarded objections in that Policy issues were not being upheld, the promised separation around Thorpe End had been lost, the link road alignments differed, but neither delivered the connection to the Plumstead Road, via site GT8. (The triangular field site). Outstanding for Planning Committee. Note on National Custom and Self Build Registration with BDC registration charge of 100 pounds. Parish considered there should be encouragement for this. The issue remained that sites were difficult to find and allocate. Parish Council. BDC / Parish Village Hall(s) use by Emergency Services. Parish Council in agreement although 24 hour key contact was not necessarily possible. The dog fouling problem in Great Plumstead and particularly the Playing fields and Playground. Further and larger notices made and will be displayed with the warning that if the problem persists with its impact upon playing teams and children, the area might be closed to all dogs and a prohibition notice obtained. Cllr Johnson is monitoring the area. Volunteers for a community speed watch team were requested. The Tennis Courts in Great Plumstead are available for booking by members of the Public. Senior Scouts and Sea Scout facilities. A request has been made to Parish to see if the Gt Plumstead Village Hall area/Parish could help provide improved facilities. The original hut is not in good condition. There is a need for a boat and maintenance storage area. Parish generally supportive. More details of proposals and needs to be obtained. Parish Council would be writing to Somerset House Swimming Pool in response to complaints about off site, street parking which is not allowed under the consent. This should not be an issue and signs and booking conditions compliance should be made and enforced. Little Plumstead and Alexander Grace Homes. A further letter had been received saying Management and Service charge issues were difficult to organize but asking for support for the Woodland Burial Ground idea. The woodland areas and grass field remained the responsibility of AG Homes (Cllr Cawdron asking about insurance risks for people in the areas) and Parish would reiterate the opinion that
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Gt. & Lt. Plumstead & District Horticultural Society At the April meeting. Bill LeGrice said his father started growing roses in 1921 and told us all about the history of the business, how to grow and care for roses showing slides of different varieties and diseases then finished by answering several questions afterwards.. The flower of the month was won by Jackie Brock. This was also the Spring Table Show which had a very good number of entries with Dennis Stevens having highest points and Derek Sheldrake and Rex Brooks joint second. Brenda Dawson was awarded the Hudson Cup for Best in Show. The next meeting is on Monday 1st May 2017 at Great Plumstead village hall at 7.30 pm which will be “Own Members Entertainment”. The flower of the month can be one of members own choice. The meeting on Monday 5th June 2017 will be at St David’s Thorpe End at 7.30 pm and the speaker will be Bob Coutts on “Herbaceous Borders”. Please note this will also be the Flower and Table Show and staging is from 6.30 pm onwards. Theres lots of events planned for a full programme full of interest which anyone is invited to come along and join in with a very lively sociable gardening club.
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the areas should be properly managed and that any ‘ideas’ would be subject to normal planning controls. Financial items and Precept. The normal items of cost, wages and invoices were approved and cleared. Parish to explore investment opportunities while monies are held, potentially with BDC. Subscriptions to NALC or Norfolk Training Partnership were tabled and after discussion agreed to postpone at the present time. Community Infrastructure Levy monies. Feasibility planning for Gt Plumstead VH Changing rooms has received complete rework. SAM payment. Defibrillator TEGV. Walled Garden and Village Shop. AOB. Best wishes to the Clerk for the future. Cricketeer Hospital Site suggested Street names put forward to Cripps Developments. Also to be cleared by BDC.
Next Meeting. 1900 hrs Monday 8th May 2017 AGM at St David’s Church Hall. All are welcome to attend Parish Council Meetings and discussions or contact the Parish via email at [email protected]
Church & Parish is delivered free to approximately 1400 homes in the Great & Little Plumstead, Thorpe End & Witton Area. Advertise here for only £3.50 per word per year. Alternatively ask about a 1/8, 1/4,1/2 or full page boxes. Contact Brian Frost 01603 432836 or [email protected] for details.
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Great and Little Plumstead WI At our April meeting we held a Beetle Drive in aid of Funds. A big vote of thanks goes to Brenda Dawson who organised the whole game including afternoon tea for everyone. A great deal of laughter and fun was had by members and some visitors. On May 4th we are holding our annual Mini Show. This will be held in the Scout Hut because of local elections. Members are asked to make 4 items from the following: cover and decorate a coat hanger; flower arrangement in a wine glass; card for a new baby; 5 ginger biscuits; knitted poppy; decorate a wooden spoon. The following meeting will be on June 1st when the speaker will be Mrs Howlett. Her subject is Conchology : the world of shells.
The Rambling Group The walk on Saturday 6 May, will be lead by Sarah. Walk at Mangreen, meet at Mangreen Manor Farmhouse 1st house on left after leaving main Ipswich Rd at 1.45pm for 2o'clock start. Easy 4 mile walk followed by tea and cakes afterwards. Post code NR 14 8 DD. Plenty of parking. ALL ARE WELCOME! For further details contact Freda 01603 700623 or 07969 419 450
Thorpe End WI "Village Craftsmen",by Stephen Pope from the Gressenhall Rural Life Museum was our topic for March. Once upon a time every village would have had their own blacksmith, carpenter, basket maker, saddler, cooper, shoemaker, brick maker, rope maker, thatcher and mill wright, and Stephen gave us a fascinating insight into the various crafts, illustrated by some wonderful old photos. At our May meeting all members will have the chance to discuss and vote upon the resolutions to be put forward at the national AGM. This is your chance to make a difference and vote for issues that are important to you. The WI has initiated many very worthwhile and successful campaigns in the past and we will continue make our voice heard. Your vote counts. We will also be having a bring and buy to help save Denman, the WI college, for future generations.
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The coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth took place at Westminster Abbey 80 years ago this month, on 12th May 1937. It should have been for Edward, of course, but he abdicated. That occasion marked the BBC’s first official TV outdoor broadcast. It was the first coronation to be filmed: the 40-strong camera crew inside the Abbey had to wear evening dress. As in the film The King’s Speech, there was concern about the King’s stutter, but he delivered his speech without a problem. He later wrote to the Archbishop: “I felt I was being helped all the time by Someone Else, as you said I would.”
Coronation King George Queen Elizabeth Westminster Abbey Eighty Edward Abdicated BBC Outdoor Broadcast
Filmed Camera Crew Evening Dress Speech Stutter Delivered Problem Helped Someone Else
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Weekly activities in the villages At Great Plumstead VH - Dance classes (various types), art group, yoga, table tennis, western dance and toddlers group. For information contact Maggie Johnson 01603 720720
At Thorpe End VH: Dance classes for children and adults, short mat bowls, yoga, Jumping Jacks Gym Club and BabyFit. For information, contact the Secretary on 07810 076021. Website: www.thorpeend.org
At St David’s Church: Bridge, Pins & Needles, Photography, Horticultural Club, Pre-School (Monday - Friday), Italian classes, WI and Parish Council meetings. Ring Jeanette Batch 01603 439449 for details
At Little Plumstead Village Hall : a range of dance classes for all ages and all abilities. Ballroom and Latin Dancing for adults of all abilities. Please contact the village hall for more details.
The views expressed in this magazine are not necessarily those held by, the editor, Incumbent or the PCC.
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Yoga Classes
Roxley Hall, Yarmouth Rd, Thorpe – Mondays & Thursdays at 5.15pm Thorpe End Village Hall – Mondays at 7.30pm
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Thorpe End PO and Stores offer a wide range of Post Office services including bill payment, personal banking and mail services. Also greeting cards, confectionery, tobacco, dry cleaning and National Lottery. Newspapers and magazines saved or delivered. Phone 433211
Geoff Welton Apprenticeship served Carpenter-Joiner. Undertakes general building and maintenance work. Phone 402334.
Accountancy - Small businesses, Self-Assessment tax returns. Happy to help. Call 07769 650263
Interior & exterior painting & decorating Fully insured, free estimates. For a friendly service at a competitive price, Member of N.C.C. Norfolk Trusted Trader phone Peter Wright on 488796.
Guitar Tuition – Specialising in beginners 712172.
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Pro-File Building Services
Contact DJ
Let us quote for all your repairs and maintenance
We can also provide full kitchen and bathroom service
Phone 07809 062378
Washing Machines, Dishwashers etc.
All repaired. Same day / next day service.
Call local Engineer Michael Jay Phone 01603 440781 or mobile 07884 255292.
Learning – Playing – Growing Little Teds – From 18 months
(with parents/carers) Big Teds – Fvrom 2yrs 6mths
Tel: 07880 870 757 www.thorpeendteddies.co.uk
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Editor’s Note The next issue of Church & Parish will be for June 2017
Please submit your items BEFORE the 15th May to: [email protected]
Distribution Note Please contact Mike & Patricia Blythe if you have any queries regarding
the distribution of Church & Parish. Telephone 01603 721100
Church Services
7th
May 4th
Sunday of Easter 9.30am Lt Plumstead Holy Communion 11.00am Thorpe End First Sunday Worship 5.00 pm Gt Plumstead Come with the Family 14
th May 5
th Sunday of Easter
9.30am Witton Holy Communion 11.00am Thorpe End Holy Communion 21
st May 6
th Sunday of Easter
9.30am Lt Plumstead Holy Communion 10.55 am Thorpe End Zest 11.00am Thorpe End Holy Communion
25th
May Ascension Day 8.30am Thorpe End Holy Communion 28
th May 7
th Sunday of Easter
9.30am Witton Benefice Holy Communion 4
th June Pentecost
9.30am Lt Plumstead Holy Communion 11.00am Thorpe End First Sunday Worship 5.00 pm Gt Plumstead Come with the Family
We look forward to welcoming you to one of the services.
