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THE SIX VILLAGES
NEWSLETTER
June 2016 Banham, Old Buckenham, New Buckenham,
Quidenham, Eccles & Wilby
THE SIX VILLAGES NEWSLETTER
A view from the cat world As an unashamed lover of cats I like to ponder on the unwitting aura of wisdom which surrounds them. We as humans are very good at constantly doing but not so good at just being and absorbing. Perhaps we could learn a thing or two from our feline friends. A few quotes for you to ponder on: • Cats are intended to teach us that not everything in nature has a
purpose. Garrison Keillor • Cats seem to go on the principle that it never does any harm to
ask for what you want. Joseph Wood Krutch • In ancient times cats were worshipped as gods; they have not
forgotten this. Terry Pratchett • Cats have it all; admiration, endless sleep, and company only
when they want it. Rod McKuen • Way down deep, we’re all motivated by the same urges. Cats
have the courage to live by them. Jim Davis • A cat has absolute emotional honesty; human beings, for one
reason or another, may hide their feelings, but a cat does not. Ernest Hemingway
• It always gives me a shiver when I see a cat seeing what I can’t see. Eleanor Farjeon
• The ideal of calm exists in a sitting cat. Jules Renard • You can not look at a sleeping cat and feel tense. Jane Pauley • The mathematical probability of a common cat doing exactly as it
pleases is the one scientific absolute in the world. Lynn M. Osband • There are people who reshape the world by force or argument, but
the cat just lies there, dozing, and the world quietly reshapes itself to suit his comfort and convenience. Allen and Ivy Dodd
• Cats always know whether people like or dislike them. They do not always care enough to do anything about it. Winifred Carriere
• If there is one spot of sun spilling onto the floor, a cat will find it and soak it up. Joan Asper McIntosh
• Cats can be cooperative when something feels good, which, to a cat, is the way everything is supposed to feel as much of the time as possible. Roger Caras
I hope you’ve enjoyed these insights. They may make you laugh and I hope will certainly give you food for thought.
Wendy Pontin
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Local Club / Society News
Breckland Flower & Garden Club Despite the sun shining brightly outside, May’s meeting was once again full of enthusiastic flower arrangers and friends. The demonstrator for the meeting was Jenni Baker, the title “Whiskers on Kittens”. Jenni told us that she had taken her inspiration from the song “My Favourite Things” because today she would be using her favourite things to create the arrangements. Jenni made six beautiful floral arrangements at the same time sharing witty tales of flower demonstrations and her family. Seven lucky raffle winners took Jenni’s arrangements home. A final mention must go to our Chairperson, Christine Hewson, as sadly her Mother Kitty Patrick passed away this week age 95, a founder member of the Club, and to member Margery Greenwood who’s husband also passed away earlier this month. Our thoughts are with them and their families. The next meeting will be at Old Buckenham Village Hall on June 9th at 2pm There will be a talk on Delphiniums by Howard Norton. The Fower Arranging Competition will be ‘Garden Colour’. All Welcome. Visitors £4 For further details contact Christine 01953 454528 or Sally 01953 788712. y
Attleborough & District Horticultural Society At the April meeting of Attleborough Horticultural Society Peter Firman welcomed members and visitors. He then introduced the speaker for the evening Frank Lampbert. Frank has grown fuchsias for over 20 years. There are over 1200 fuchsias registered with as many again that are not. He explained the type of compost which is most suitable for the plants and how to take cuttings, which he takes in October and over winters in the greenhouse. He also spoke about various ways to both prevent diseases with red spider being the worst pest for fuchsias. Frank then showed slides of different types of fuchsias, including many of his award winning plants. He said that plants need to be ‘dressed’ for showing and that could take a least an hour per plant. Peter thanked Frank for a most enjoyable and informative talk. The next meeting is on Wednesday 15th June at 7.30pm in Attleborough Junior School, Besthorpe Road, where the Rose and Sweet Pea Show will take place. Exhibits can be staged from 6.30pm to 7pm. Visitors are very welcome.
Bunwell Camera Club We meet at the Tibenham Community Hall on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 8pm. Bunwell & District Camera Club is a small friendly club. We welcome new members. For details see http://www.bdcameraclub.co.uk/
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News from Norfolk County Council New leader for Norfolk County Council - Conservative Leader Cllr Cliff Jordan has been elected as Leader of Norfolk County Council. He replaces Labour’s George Nobbs who has been Leader of the Council since May 2013
Heritage Lottery Fund - Norfolk Museums Service has received earmarked funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) for the Norwich Castle: Gateway to Medieval England project. An initial development grant of £462,400 will be a major boost to the multi-million pound plan to transform Norwich Castle’s iconic Keep into one of the region’s premier heritage attractions.
Introducing the devolution deal - What is the deal? A proposed deal worth more than £1bn has been drawn up between Central Government and 22 councils across Suffolk, Norfolk, Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, and the New Anglia Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP).If approved, the deal would see more decisions on areas like infrastructure, growth, employment and skills being made locally, rather than by Central Government. For full details visit https://www.eastangliadevo.co.uk/
Out and about in Norfolk - With the lighter evenings, warmer weather and the holiday season fast approaching, why not check out the NCC website for information and ideas for activities for all ages in Norfolk! By visiting the link below you will find a broad spectrum of opportunities and events to help you explore and enjoy Norfolk https://www.norfolk.gov.uk/out-and-about-in-norfolk
Stephen Askew Member for Guiltcross Division [email protected] Tel 01953861481 News from Breckland District Council Residents in Breckland will have received a brand new publication which has been launched to keep them informed about changes Breckland Council is making to its services, how they are delivered, and how people can access them. The publication, called Transforming Breckland, was sent to all households in the district at the end of April. Among the content in the spring edition of the publication are three competitions which are being supported by Breckland's partners. These could see you win a family ticket to see the Truck SuperPrix at Snetterton Racetrack, one of 10 free family swim passes and goody bags, or one of 10 family tickets to Gressenhall Museum. Entry to each of the competitions is free - details on how to enter and terms and conditions are in the publication. The publication can also be read at: www.breckland.gov.uk/TransformingBreckland. Breckland currently plans to issue a second edition of the publication towards the end of 2016 to update residents on further progress and changes. The publication will then be reviewed.
Adrian Joel - Breckland Councillor for the Buckenhams' & Banham Ward Address: 9 Hargham Road, Old Buckenham NR17 1SL Telephone: 01953 860663, E-mail: [email protected]
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Garden Jottings from Ken
How about opening your garden to the public or having it photographed for a prestigious glossy lifestyle magazine? Is it up to standard? Would it impress the viewer? Think about it, would you dare let them see in or not? You don’t have to have a show garden, but you should have a garden to show, at least to family and friends, your own tranquil space to relax in and enjoy, that’s tidy and welcoming, a garden to be just a little bit proud of. Whatever state your garden is in, nothing focuses the mind like a deadline, so use your imagination and conjure up a function that will take place in your garden, set a date and tell somebody that on this day your garden will be looking great and you’ll prove it with a photograph or maybe allow them to visit and see for themselves. Begin by looking outside at what you’ve got already and consider what you realistically wish to have. If your garden is established there may not be major changes to be carried out, but improvements can certainly be made, however if all or part of your garden is in need of updating the task may seem a bit daunting - don’t panic, one step at a time! Start with a good all round tidy-up, if it’s stored rubbish get rid of it, remove any dead plant material, cut and edge the grass then sweep paths and patios. Look at shrubs, trees and climbers to decide if any pruning is required (you may have to sacrifice some of this summer’s flowers ), then feed everything. Now it’s time for the exciting stage by making your plan a reality, perhaps creating new borders, adding some height with an ornamental tree or archway, and of course getting creative with some fresh planting! A visit to The Garden Enclosure will provide all you need to transform your garden, from practical necessities such as pots, quality composts, tools and ornaments, to inspiring plants of all kinds, including traditional favourites plus beautiful newcomers, all at excellent prices and if you need some planting suggestions just ask. It’s open garden season, these are always worth a visit as a source of ideas, events take place locally so take time out to visit a few, and with a little bit of effort your garden will look so wonderful you may just want to show off yours as well!
Cheers, Ken The Garden Enclosure, Banham - helping to make your garden better!
The Garden Enclosure
Independent Plant Centre and Garden Shop 01953 888043 www.gardenenclosure.co.uk
Inspiring plant selections, plant sourcing and garden advice, gardening and floristry sundries, pet supplies, gifts…..and more!
Find us at Banham Zoo, NR16 2HE by the entry kiosks Open Thursday to Monday, 9.30 am to 5 pm (10am to 4pm Nov to Feb)
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Mobile Library Service – June visits Route CEN5412 Friday 10th Old Buckenham 10.00 The Sun (ex. pub) 10.25 St Andrew’s Close 10.50 Hargham Road 11.15 Fen Street New Buckenham 11.40 Banham Dam Brigg
(Haugh Rd bungalows) 13.20 Chapel Street (leaving 15.15)
Route CEN348 Wednesday 22nd Banham 14.30 Mill Road 15.00 Pound Close 15.20 Apple Close 16.00 The Green Route CEN128 Monday 13th and 27th Eccles 09.55 Station Road Route CEN5415 Friday 3rd Quidenham 11.25 ex. Post Office 14.30 St Edmunds Lodge
Local Transport Bus H. Semmence & Co 10A Norfolk Coachways NC1 Outward Mondays to Fridays Outward Sat Banham, adj sch 0700 0928 Attleborough, 0901 OB, adj Green 0707 0935 OB, adj Green 0909 NB, adj Green 0712 0940 NB, opp Green 0916
-- Banham, opp sch 0923 -- Kenninghall, adj PO 0930 -- Quid, opp Home Fm 0933 -- --
Norwich, St Stephens 0810 1032 Diss, adj Bus Station 1005 Return Mondays to Fridays Return Sat Norwich, St Stephens 1320 1610 1745 Diss, adj Bus Station 1200
-- -- -- Quid, adj Home Fm 1229 -- Kenninghall, opp PO 1232 -- Banham, adj sch 1239
NB, opp Green 1404 1655 1830 NB, adj Green 1246 OB, opp Green 1408 1701 1836 OB, opp Green 1253 Banham, opp sch 1412 1705 1840 Attleborough 1302 Other options Flexibus – book your journey (by 3pm the day before) - 0300 1231145 Concessionary travel – O.A.P.? – apply for free bus travel pass – 0344 800 8020
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Jane Austen Society Dear residents, I am hoping to establish a local branch of the Jane Austen Society to examine the genius of one of our most brilliant authors of 200 years ago. Her most celebrated works include Emma, Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice, Mansfield Park and Persuasion. In all her novels there is a brilliant exposition of characters and attitudes that are still relevant today. On reading her novels one can immediately capture a person or character existing today in village and small town life. Sentiments are laid bare for all to see. Her last, quite short, novel Sandition was completed only 2 months before her death from illness in 1817. The novels also depict the culture and attitudes of the Bonarparte and post Bonarparte clash in England, a time in which only gentleman and ladies were referred to leaving servants and workers hardly mentioned at all. The novels also reflect the impact of the emerging industrial revolution. If anyone is interested please contact me. Tel: 01953 860388 or email [email protected] Tim Bornett
Perfect prescription for our NHS! The Royal College of Nursing has weighed in on David Cameron's health care proposals for the NHS. The allergists voted to scratch it, but the dermatologists advised not to make any rash moves. The gastroenterologist had a sort of gut feeling about it, but the neurologists thought the administration had a lot of nerve. The obstetricians felt they were labouring under a misconception. Ophthalmologists considered the idea short-sighted. Pathologists yelled 'Over my dead body!' While the paediatricians said: 'Oh, grow up!' The psychiatrists thought the whole idea was madness, while the radiologists could see right through it. The surgeons were fed up with the cuts and decided to wash their hands of the whole thing. The ear, nose and throat specialists didn't swallow it and just wouldn't hear of it. The pharmacists thought it was a bitter pill to swallow and the plastic surgeons said: 'This puts a whole new face on the matter...' The podiatrists thought it a step forward but the urologists were.peeved.at the whole idea. The anaesthetists thought it a gas but the cardiologists didn't have the heart to say no. Kay Hevey
Events at Old Buckenham Methodist Church Tuesday 7th June. A Flower Arranging Demo. by Joy Tunmore, commencing at 7:00pm. Entrance £2:00 - will include refreshments. Saturday 25th June. Table Top sale in the car park. Setup at 9:00am with the sale starting at 10am until 12 noon. Charge per table £5 in advance or £6 on the day. Contact 01953 861207 or 860599 to register interest.
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A view from the Rectory
Royal Birthday– June
It’s not fair that the queen gets two birthdays, though I guess Jesus also has two (we just don’t know his ‘real’ birthday, only his ‘official’ one). Many of you will remember that my previous parish was abroad in Dubai, and from abroad I was very proud of our Queen and the way that she has not been embarrassed to speak of her faith in her Christmas messages and elsewhere over the years. In the Muslim lands of the Middle East she is also greatly respected in part for that same reason. There is a wonderful illustrated book (The Servant Queen and the King she serves) celebrating her faith which I will be able to give as a present to any who come to church as a visitor over her birthday weekend. Last month I remarked on the swallows and arrival of Summer. As far as I’m concerned, summer arrived the day my house was cooler inside than it was outside – our stone church buildings are like this most of the time! Of course, I normally look at the warmth of the welcome in our churches but now, with the weather chiming in too, I can’t help but wonder at what a nice place the Quidenham group of parishes is these days! Over the summer I hope to be shown the area by having people guide me on Sunday walks round the parish boundaries. If you’d like to join me, look out for news in our pew sheet this next few months where I will give dates – pew notices are available on the front page of the church website each week (quidenhamgroup.co.uk). I pray for the Queen, and wish her all the very best for her birthday celebration, and look forward to meeting you at various events in the villages. I hope also that you can teach and guide me on local walks this summer.
Steve and Jo Wright More details of our churches and events on www.quidenhamgroup.co.uk
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Old Buckenham Methodist Church is available for community groups, organisations and individuals to book for events and activities. The church was renovated in 2001 and has a kitchen, toilets and ample parking. The building is available for £7.50 an hour. For information or to book: phone 01953 861207 or email [email protected] .
Banham Spire Lighting: Do you have an anniversary soon? A ay, wedding or special event in your life? For just £5 a night you can ve the c have the church spire lit up to celebrate your special day.
Please contact Phil Moore 01953 888333 or [email protected]
All the usual goodies. (Bacon rolls, scones, cakes, hot drinks etc}
Plus a special ‘Full English’ big breakfast All welcome
at St. Mary’s Church, Banham. For young people over 11.
Contact Steph or Jonathan on 01953 887396
Open Door St Mary’s Church, Banham 3 - 4.30pm
Tues 21st June 2016 All Welcome
New Life Church (affiliated to the Evangelical Alliance) meet at Banham Community Centre
Morning Services every Sun (except the last Sun. of each month) at 10am Evening Service on the last Sunday of each month at 6.00 pm
Everyone is welcome to join us in these services visit www.nlcbanham.org.uk or ring Jonathan Richardson on 01953 887396
Friday Club
Fridays 6.15–7.15pm (term time)
For children up to 9 year. meets at Rowancroft,
Kenninghall Rd, Banham
Contact Steve and Gill Eggleton. 01953 887579
Youth Café Fridays 8-10pm (term time only)
Friends of Banham Church (FOBC) FOBC is set up to support the fabric of our historic village centrepiece. Funds are raised through events during the year and by subscriptions of only £5 per year. To join please pick up a form from one of our events or in the Church.
Messy Church Banham Church 4-6pm
Sun 10th July If you would like to get involved or help please
contact Kate on 01953 888862..
Saturday Cafe St Mary’s Banham Sat 4th June 10-12
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100th Anniversary of the Battle of the Somme A vigil of poetry, music and prayer forl our villages together to pray and remember, in humility before God, an event which symbolises the tragic futility of the First World War, will be held in St. Mary's Church, Banham, at 7.30pm, 30th June, the eve of the battle. As well as remembrance, we will pray for those at war today.
Fund Raising for St. Mary’s Church, Banham There will be Open Gardens in Banham on 2nd July. Details on Page 16
Friends of Banham Church - Events in 2016 will include a progressive meal on 17th July and our annual Challenge Trophy Quiz at Banham Community centre on Sat. 16th October, with Fish and Chips served on the night. More details of the ‘Sunday Progressive Lunch’ will be in the July Newsletter.
Evening Garden Party - The annual Evening Garden Party to raise funds for All Saints Church will be held at 1 Mill Road, Old Buckenham (by kind permission of John and Barbara Frost) on Saturday 25th June at 6.00pm. Tickets at £5.00 are now available from PCC members or from the Frosts (tel:01953 860841)
Bat Night in St Mary’s, Banham Coming Soon
Advance warning for August when there will be a talk, film, visuals and live bat watching plus
refreshments. More details to follow
The Bench donated to the Banham Churchyard Extension by the WI has now fallen into disrepair and will have to be removed. This resting place will be missed by regular visitors and the Banham PCC is anxious to replace it when funds permit. However, if anyone wishes to make a contribution towards a new bench, perhaps in memory of a loved one, please contact Philip Moore, Secretary of St.Mary's Church, Banham PCC. Telephone 01953 888333.
Due to planned restoration work at St. Mary’s, Banham we can only take bookings for weddings up to the end of July. Weddings after this they may have to be held in another church in the benefice. Apologise for any inconvenience.
Contact details Priest in charge Rev Canon Stephen Wright 01953 887183 For Banham Rev Michael Richardson 01953 888958 For Old Buckenham Rev Alistair Monkhouse 01953 860845 For Nw Buckenham Rev Alan Smith
Rev Alan Wright 01953 860550 01953 860300
For Eccles, Quid.& Wilby Mrs Helen Pearson (Reader) 01953 860251 Benefice Administrator Jill Moses
[email protected] 01953 887413
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Services for June 2016 Sunday 5th
Banham 09.30 Family Eucharist
New Buckenham 11.00 Parish Eucharist
Old Buckenham 08.30 09.30
Holy Communion Parish Eucharist
Eccles 09.30 Morning Prayer
Readings: 1 Kings 17:17-24 Psalm 30 Galatians 1: 11-24 Luke 7: 11-17
Sunday 12th
Banham 09.30 Parish Eucharist
New Buckenham 18.30 Evensong
Old Buckenham 09.30 Morning Prayer
Wilby 09.30 Parish Eucharist
Readings: 2 Samuel 11:26-12:10. 13-15 Psalm 32 Galatians 2: 15-21 Luke 7: 36- 8:3
Sunday 19th
Banham 09.30 Morning Prayer
New Buckenham 11.00 Parish Eucharist
Old Buckenham 09.30 Family Eucharist
Quidenham 11.00 Parish Eucharist
Readings: 2 Samuel 11:26-12:10. 13-15 Psalm 32 Galatians 2: 15-21 Luke 7: 36- 8:3
Sunday 26th
Banham 09.30 Parish Eucharist
New Buckenham 11.00 Family Service
Old Buckenham 09.30 Parish Eurcharist
Eccles 11.00 Parish Eurcharist
Readings: 1 Kings 19: 15-16 19-21 Psalm 16 Galatians 5:1. 13-25 Luke 9: 51-62
Holy Communion: All Saints, Old Buckenham – 1st Tues. of the month followed by coffee in the Church Rooms. Please note: Closing date for church material for the July 2016 middle pages will be Mon 20th June. Send to Phil at [email protected]
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Old Buckenham Mill
Open day details 2016 12th June 2pm – 5pm
10th July 2pm – 5pm
14th August 2pm – 5pm
11th Sept. 2pm– 5pm
Spring Fayre Sat 4th June, 2-4.30pm
Old Buckenham Church Rooms Tombola, Bric-a-Brac, Childrens
Books, Raffle, Refreshments and lots more. All Welcome
In aid of All Saints Church
Buckenham Pre School Group are holding one of 'Boogs music and tv quiz' at Old Buckenham Village Hall on the 10th June 2016. Doors open 7:30pm for an 8pm start. There will be a raffle and bar. Please bring your own nibbles. It is £2.50 per person with up to 6 people in each team. For more information please ring Claire Hancy on 01953 860244.
New Buckenham Open Gardens – Sunday June 12th All our Open Gardens are within “easy” walking distance. The total distance to cover is about two miles. We already have 13 gardens signed up and hope to have 20 on the day. This is a wonderful afternoon with a great selection of gardens and friendly owners. Light refreshments, car parking and tickets available from New Buckenham Village Hall. Doors open at 12:00 with refreshments available and ticket sales from 1pm to 5pm with gardens closing at 6pm. Further details – Jimpy Casson Chairman New Buckenham Gardening Group
EACH 2016 Ride for Life East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH) Ride for Life on Sunday 12th June. In Thetford Forest. You’ll have a choice of off-road and on-road cycle routes, or enjoy a 3 or 6 mile walk. For more information, visit our website www.each.org.uk, email [email protected], call 01953 666767 or visit one of our shops.
An Outdoor Jazz Evening on Friday 17th June
at Besthorpe Hall, Besthorpe, Attleborough in aid of the NSPCC.
Tickets £15.00 per person Bring your own picnic and don’t forget your chairs .Wet weather contingency plan in place. Evening includes a Silent Auction. Gates open at 6.00pm. Music begins at 7.00pm. Evening finishes at 9.30pm. Entrance by tickets only, purchased in advance. Send cheque (made out to NSPCC), with s.a.envelope. to Mrs. Caroline Elliott, Top Barn, Wymondham Rd. Wramplingham, Norwich, NR18 0RZ.
Strawberry Fete on Saturday 18th June Planned by Old Buckenham Primary School Family Association. For information on having a stall at this event please contact Rose on [email protected] or 07728757617
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New Buckenham Players - Rumours, a comedy by Neil Simon. This is the story of a dinner party gone horribly, horribly wrong. Please come and join the New Buckenham Players as they present this raucous, fun and light-hearted play that will have you (hopefully) laughing from beginning to end!! Thursday 23rd-Friday 25th June at 8:00pm (Bar opens at 7:30pm) at New Buckenham Village Hall. Ticket Price £8.00/£7.00 concessions available from King’s Stores or the Box Office (01953 861438 / 860320)
Open Gardens in Banham Saturday 2nd July 16-18 gardens to view
Refreshments in church, Cream Teas at Millcroft, Mill Rd, Banham. Ice Cream/Children’s Quiz at Banham Primary School
Programme (entry ticket) £3, Children free. Available from Post Office and Millcroft, Mill Rd Banham in advance or from
the Church, Banham School & Millcroft on the day. For further information contact Joy Stanley: 01953 887175
Open Garden and Cream Teas - Eileen and Brian Oliver will be having an Open Garden and Cream Teas at 26 Hargham Rd. Old Buckenham on 2nd July, from 2-5pm This will be in aid of our Senior Citizens Party. For more information call 01953 860664
Banham Allotments Open Day Sunday July 3rd 11am – 4pm We are situated at the far end of Cemetery Lane, tucked away, but very much alive and thriving. Many of our plots will be open for you to visit and hopefully, enjoy. Our allotments are in various stages of production as is normal. There will be refreshments available along with some produce and plants, donations for which will go to this year’s designated charity, ‘Target Ovarian Cancer’. We look forward to seeing as many of you as possible.
Old Buckenham Fete Saturday July 9th OB Village Hall
from midday to 4pm Free entry
Attractions include lots of stalls, Mr Jugglefun, Art show, East Coast Truckers lorries, Model remote lorries, Raffle
Beat the Goalie, Plants, Wine or Water Barbeque and beer tent
Forncett Art Group Exhibition The exhibition will be at Forncett St Mary Church on the 9th and 10th July from 11am - 4pm. There will be Sketchbooks, Photographs, Sculptures and a 'Have-a-go' Table. Refreshments available. Free Admission
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What’s going on at our community venues?
Banham Community Centre
60’s Dances 8pm (£7) Sat 4 June Shake RattleNRol Sat 2 July Tobacco Roadl Telephone 01953 888628 to enquire about the above or hire of the halls
Yoga Classes - Mondays 1–2.15pm in the small hall at Banham Community Centre with June Roberts. For more information contact June on 01953 498343
‘Banham Bats’ table tennis club welcomes all new players (of high school age), experienced or beginners. Come along on a Tuesday evening (school term only) 7:15 - 8:30pm. Your first week is free and then it is only £1 per week. For more details contact Mark Nash on 01953 888308 or [email protected]
Banham Badminton Club. New players very welcome. Mondays and Thursdays 8.30pm to 10.30pm. A great workout for experienced players and beginners alike. 1st weeks free. Contact [email protected] tel 660281.
Banham Short Mat Bowls Club - meets every Monday between 2 pm and 5 pm. New members always welcome.
Banham Good Neighbours - A friendly Club that exists for the over 50s of Banham and the surrounding district. Most meetings are held on Thursday afternoons at 2.00 pm (see P. 24 for dates). Activities include speakers, entertainers and social afternoons. Coach outings take place during the year at a cost of £10.00. New members are always welcome. Annual subscription is £8.00 per person. Contact Sandy or Fred Collinson, Secretaries, 01953 887448
Banham Belles is a monthly social group for ladies. Meetings are held at 7.30pm on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. Subscription is £15 per year, or £2 per meeting. Activities consist of talks, quizzes, meals out, dvd evenings. New members are welcome. Contact Annette on 01953 888283
Banham Toddler Group – we are a friendly toddler group which takes place every Monday (except bank holidays) 10am – 12 noon in the small hall. The first week is free and then it’s £2 per family, including a snack and drink. All welcome For more information see our Facebook page.
Garnier Village Hall/Social Club, Eccles
The hall is available for private hire and for groups and meetings. There is a Social club with Bar, open Friday (from 7pm). Free membership. Children's games and table tennis, pool, play area. Contact: 01953 454528/887720. Visit www.garnierhall.co.uk
Cubs Mon, Scouts Wed, Beavers Thur, [email protected]
Line dance group Wed 1pm - 3pm - come along all welcome.
Flower arranging classes Wed 9.30am to 12.30pm. All welcome. Contact Christine on 01953 454528 or email; [email protected]
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Old Buckenham Village Hall
Mondays: Invigorate Fitness; Rainbows; Beavers Tuesdays: Zumba; Karate; Bowls; Kettlebell Wednesdays: Luncheon Club; Slanted Dance Thursdays: Breckland Flower & Garden Club; Pilates; OB Players; WI Fridays: Yogacise; Pastel Class; Karate Saturdays: Special events Visit www.oldbuckenham.org.uk for more details Pilates Class every Thursday at 2pm – call Amanda on 07557 025513 to find out more and join the class. Yogacise Class every Friday at 9.30am. No experience necessary, suitable for all ages. Contact Eileen Oliver on 01953 860664. Breckland Flower and Garden Club – meets on second Thursday of the month. All welcome. £5 visitors. Tel. 01953 454528 for further details.
Old Buckenham Church Rooms The Church Rooms are used regularly for events in the village ie. Scouts, Art Club, Children's parties, Photography, Table top sales, Coffee mornings, PCC meetings, Monthly Whist, Mardle afternoon, Karate, Wine and Social Club, Green Rights and other occasions such as Funerals, Weddings, Sunday School. Contact Lydia Darrah 01953 861360 for more information and booking.
New Buckenham Village Hall
New Buckenham Village Hall serves both the local and wider community. Many groups such as badminton, kettle bells, Fitsteps, Slimming World, sewing and historical war games use the hall together with the Good Companions, annual art and photography exhibitions, the Village Show, various theatrical productions and meetings / conferences. We can cater for parties and weddings. For booking phone 07469 715517 or visit www.newbuckenhamvillagehall.co.uk Fitness & Martial Arts Classes take place in the Village Hall and on N.B Cricket Green (children and adults). Kung Fu & Kickboxing, Circuit Training, Outdoor Fitcamp. Contact Jamie-Lee on 01953 860943 [email protected] The Good Companions - A club for the over 50s which meets on the third Thursday of the month starting at 2.30 pm. We have entertainers, raffles, tea. There is also a summer outing and Christmas Lunch. Membership is open to all from any of the villages. Annual subscription is £10 per person. Further details from Dianna on 01953 860636. See P. 24 for meetings & outing dates NB Silver Band – meets every Thursday, 8-10pm. All ages / abilities welcome.
Quidenham Reading Room Quidenham Reading Room is a small, cosy, period room with many original features including a log fireplace. A 'Coffee Morning' is held on the first Saturday of the month 10.30a.m.-12noon (excluding Jan) primarily for the upkeep of the room and donations to local charities. Occasionally, a book sale is held and seasonal gatherings of residents and families can be booked. Contact: 01953 888604.
20 Derelict House in Banham – Tim Bornett from Old Buckenham has been trying very hard to get clarification from Breckland Council as to the responsibilties and procedures required to address the problem of empty and neglected houses. Apparently it is the responsibility of a Housing Officer to instigate formal procedures through appeal type Tribunals – a seemingly long and torturous process. Parish Councils and individuals can only press for this action by continually reporting problems. The problems with the derelict house in Banham have been being flagged up for many years now by both the Parish Council and our local elected councillors – so far to no effect. It does not seem to be a very responsive procedure! A freedom of Information request from Tim led to the a response from Breckland Council that there have been no proposed enforcement orders over the last 15 years which have gone to a first tribunal regarding empty dwellings – not very promising.
Our local Councillor Adrian Joel has been making representations to the Breckland Council Housing Officers and would like to report their response: "27/29 Crown Street is a property that has been empty for several years. Periodically the owner has approached Breckland Council with proposals, none of which have been carried out. The property has deteriorated over time and fencing has been erected along the pavement boundary to prevent unauthorised entry, but the building is not structurally unstable and does not present a significant danger to highway users. Breckland Council wishes to see the property returned to use or the site made available for development. The Planning Department is currently considering taking action which will tidy the site and improve its appearance but will not achieve our overall objective of reuse. Whilst there are different legislative approaches to achieve this aim all are procedurally lengthy and subject to challenge at every step, however we remain committed to getting the matter positively resolved." Adrian will keep us informed of any further developments. Let us hope that things will start to be resolved for our ‘village eyesore’ and open the way for other empty and derelict properties in our six villages to be brought back into use – optimistically sometime within the next 15 years!
Do you want to apply for a grant? The committee have prepared a simple application form to give them details of what you would like funding for. Request this form by emailing [email protected] or contacting Sally McGinn (01953 888183)
Supporting local community initiatives. Helping maintain community facilities
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Diary of regular events June 2016 Thu 2 Banham Good Neighbours Outing Sat 4 10-12 Banham Café Banham Church Sat 4 10.30-12 Coffee Morning Reading Room Quid. Sat 4 8.00pm 60s Dance Banham C.C. Sun 5 2-6 War Games O.B. Village Hall Tue 7 10-12 Coffee & Chat O.B. Church Rooms Tue 7 8pm Bunwell Camera Club Tibenham Com. Hall Tue 7 11-12 Coffee Morning Walnut Tree, K Rd, Banham Wed 8 10-1pm Luncheon Club O.B. Village Hall Wed 8 7.30pm Banham Belles Banham C.C. Thu 9 2pm Breckland Flower Club O.B. Village Hall Thu 9 7.45pm O.B. Wine & Social Club O.B. Church Rooms Fri 10 6.15-7.15 Friday Club Rowancroft, K. Rd. Banham Fri 10 8-10pm Youth Cafe Banham Church Mon 13 2-4pm Afternoon Whist O.B. Church Rooms Wed 15 7.30pm Att & Dist Hort Soc Att Junior School Thu 16 2.30pm Good Companions N.B. Village Hall Fri 17 6.15-7.15 Friday Club Rowancroft, K. Rd. Banham Fri 17 8-10pm Youth Cafe Banham Church Tue 21 3-4.30 Open Door - Coffee and Chat Banham Church Tue 21 8pm Bunwell Camera Club Tibenham Com. Hall Wed 22 10-1pm Luncheon Club O.B. Village Hall Thu 23 2pm Banham Good Neighbours Banham C.C Thu 23 7.30pm O.B. Women's Institute O.B. Village Hall Fri 24 6.15-7.15 Friday Club Rowancroft, K. Rd. Banham Fri 24 8-10pm Youth Cafe Banham Church
Key C.C. – Community Centre O.B. – Old Buckenham Quid – Quidenham N.B. – New Buckenham Att. – Attleborough K – Kenninghall The Six Villages Newsletter is now online – find the Newsletter on line on our local website at www.banhamandthebucks.co.uk/sixvillages. The website is a not-for-profit site run for the community and all listings are free. Email Paul Girling at [email protected] or phone on 07584 000442 Do you have difficulty reading the small print in the Newsletter? We can provide a copy of the content in larger print. Please contact Wendy on 01953 888165 or email [email protected] to receive a large print copy
Newsletter Notes Items to be sent to the editor Wendy Pontin at [email protected] or contact Joy Stanley on 01953 887175. For enquiries on advertising contact Chris Mehew on 01953 887344. Distribution – 1700 copies hand delivered. Closing date for the July 2016 issue is by 6pm on Monday 20th June please. Folding Day is on Thursday 30th June at 1.00pm, O.B. Church Rooms.
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