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Sheringham Shoal was officially opened on 27th September. A total of 88 turbines and twosubstations have been constructed offshore; the entire wind farm is designed to generateenough electricty (1.1Twh per annum) to power almost 220,000 homes, reducing CO2

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There appears to be a strong thread of‘technology’ associated with this issue of TheCrabline. Having suffered the consequences of

technology failing recently (Crabline 254 - the lostIssue!) I am particularly sensitive to reliance on it atthe moment.At the other end of the scale the official opening ofSheringham Shoal Wind Farm highlights what aremarkable feat of technology and engineering it is.I must admit to a little scepticism about windgenerated power - thats an awful lot of steel andother materials needed to create the turbines, hasthat really been taken into account when the words‘green’ and ‘sustainable’ are attached to wind farms.Then there’s the question of too little and, moreperplexing, too much wind for these structures.There’s also the cluttering of wild places by thesemassive and impressive pieces of engineering.However the scale of the engineering is perhapssomething our Victorian ancestors would appreciate.At the recent Ingworth Trosh, a marvellous event, itwas possible to witness the technology of over 700years, from medieval longbows and metal work toVictorian steam powered threshing machines tovehicles powered by internal combustion engines andthe very latest sugar beet harvester, loaded withmicro processors, satnav and air conditionedcomfort for its pilot. Where else could you find sucha broad sweep of human history other than a stubblefield in North Norfolk?


Dear Editor your letters and emails

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Dear Editor,We would like to say Thankyou to all who,donated, helped and spent at the MacmillanCancer Support held at Thorpe MarketChurch. £391.47 was raised.Mandy and Hazel

Email Hazel Patrickson

Dear Editor,Antingham St. Mary's P C C sincerely thank allthose who generously supported their FlowerFestival on 1st & 2nd September. The sum of£875.00 has been sent to the East Anglian AirAmbulance.Email Joyce Pycroft

Following the consultations set up byNorth Norfolk FLAG [Fisheries LocalAction Group] at Wells-next-the-Sea,

Sheringham, Cromer and Mundesley duringAugust local fishermen and processorswere given the opportunity to vote at oneof the events, or return a postal vote by 31August 2012. The result was six votes infavour of making an application for EUProtected Food Name Status and forty fivevotes against making an application.Acting FLAG Chairman John Lee, a localfisherman and District Councillor,announced North Norfolk FLAG would not

Fishermen vote NO to Cromer Crabprotected food status

Dear Editor,

Seasonal GoodwillMay I offer a couple of ‘bouquets’ as thesummer gives way to autumn?Firstly to Cromer in Bloom for once againproviding the town with many delightfulflower displays, not only around the TIC butin tubs and beds elsewhere. The dedication ofthese volunteers enriches us all. Secondly, toNNDC for yet another blaze of colouraround the parish church.I personally feel these seasonal displays domore to lift the spirit than those shops whoseem to want to start their Christmassydisplays months beforehand – September, Iask you!Please shopkeepers, restrict these to 3-4weeks, not 3-4 months. The former is a realturn-off!Happy Autumn.

James.Cromer

Dear EditorI wondered if you would publish this Thankyou letter.On Sunday 9th September my husband Johnwas taken ill at our caravan at sabdy Gullscaravan Park, Cromer Road, Mundesley. Imade a 999 call and very quickly a Firstresponder came and attended. In a fewminutes an ambulance with a man and womancrew. They were all excellent. I would like tothank them very much for their quickresponse, the medical tests carried out and fortreating my husband with such care. My thanksto these three people and all others who wereinvolved. Unfortunately I didn’t get the namesof the responder or Ambulance Crew so Ican’t write to thank them personally.Yours sincerelyMrs Sheila Martin

be proceeding with an application:. He said “Thename ‘Cromer Crab’ refers to a geographical areaand I understand that the general feeling was thatit would be too difficult to define in whichlocations crabs had to be caught for them to bedefined as a Cromer Crab. There was alsoconcern about the costs associated with themonitoring and verification of any such protectedfood name status”.Clearly those most affected by the potentialbenefits and draw backs have considered thematter and the majority are not persuaded thereis an advantage to protected status, unlike theperhaps more subjective general public.

SHERINGHAM & DISTRICTFLOWER CLUB

We were pleased to welcome somany visitors to our Septembermeeting, when our demonstrator,

Alison Cushing, created seven beautifularrangements using delphiniums, roses,sunflowers, gerberas, gladioli, andantirrihinums, combined with foliage fromfatsia, choisya, variegated myrtle, vibernum andother shrubs.

Alison also demonstrated some useful tips likeremoving damaged outer petals from gerberasand sunflowers to create a smaller flower fromthe centre, using bamboo or other thick stemsas the skeleton of an arrangement, how tomake a new container using a broken one as atemplate, and extending the life of cut flowers.We also heard about her humorous adventureswith creepy crawlies in Australia and her talkingparrot!

We meet on the first Thursday in the month,7pm for 7.30pm at Woodfields School, HoltRoad, Sheringham and our next meeting on 4thOctober will be a jolly in-house gathering.Three of our ladies will be demonstratingdifferent techniques and everyone is invitedto bring along a bunch of supermarket flowersand some foliage to ‘have a go’ if they wish, orsimply sit back and enjoy the flowers and thecompany. We hope we’ll see some of ourvisitors again as newcomers are alwayswelcome.

For more information please call Shirley on01263 825059. Tricia Hickey

Dear EditorIt is positive news that following the outcryfrom north Norfolk people, through the ActOn Ambulances campaign, that the East ofEngland Ambulance Service Trust (EEAST) isrethinking cuts to the ambulance service inCromer and North Walsham. There is still a reason to continue fighting,particularly as north Norfolk needs moreambulances, and the latest proposals will stillmean a decrease in emergency health servicesin a district with an aging population. What is particularly interesting is that theoriginal proposals were supposedly meant tobring benefits to the patient, and were notabout cuts in fleets. But now the ChiefExecutive of the Ambulance Service, HaydenNewton, concedes that there is more demandthan first thought and that rethinking the cuts isthe solution. What does that say about the plans for therest of Norfolk - which will still meanapproximately seven fewer ambulances in thecounty? And where does that leave theambulance trust if there are further increases indemand? Local MPs in government have said that theambulance trust still needs to do more, buttheir backs appear to be against the wall. Thesesame politicians supported cutting their budgetby £50m, and are now trying to deflect theblame. The fight must continue to save our emergencyhealth care vehicles from the cuts. It is down tothe public to make the case for a furtherincrease in provisions.

Timothy AdamsAylmerton, Norfolk

Dear Old GunnerEnjoyed the pics of the wall in Cromer, I thinkyou would be interested in a couple of books:Silent Sentinels by Christopher Bird, whichcovers Norfolks fixed defences in the C20th ingreat detail. The other is 20th CenturyDefences in Britain.I have some ideas about the airfields. One is atMartham, at a National Trust property, Onlyopen I day a year - ex SOE.Bash OnNobby Clarke


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Sea Bass ‘en papillote’The recipe this time is Mark Sayers’,Head Chef at The Saracen’s Head,Wolterton.

2 x 6 oz sea bass fillets1 x bulb fennel2 x star anise4 sprigs of thymezest and juice of half a lemon1 tbsp Pernodknob of buttersea salt and freshly ground pepper

MethodCut some tin foil into a 16” square., brush half one side with butter.Thinly slice the fennel and place on the buttered foil with star anise,zest and thyme. Season the fish fillets, place on top of the fennel.Fold up the edges of the foil, then add lemon juice and Pernod. Foldover the top foil and tightly fold the edges.Place on a baking tray and cook in a hot pre-heated oven for 7/8min.

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Emma Harris established Emms Stems just over eighteen months agoand quickly gained an enviable reputation for service, attention todetail and flair. Consequently the business has grown steadily,

attracted a loyal and increasing clientele and is now offering customersmore services and wider choice.

Emma has recently invested inimprovements to her shop at Hall FarmBungalow, Hall Road on the edge ofSouthrepps. The most important ofwhich is a purpose built refrigeratedstock room that ensures cut flowersstay as fresh as possible for as long aspossible. “Customers want to enjoytheir flowers for as long as possible andthe new cool room enables me to keepstock and completed bouquets or otherarrangements in tip top condition,before they are delivered or collected,subsequently they last as long aspossible”Emms Stems provides the full range offloristry services for weddings,corporate events, birthdays,

anniversaries, banquets, special occasions, celebrations and funerals. Inaddition there is always an excellent selection of cut flowers for thatimpromptu gift, particular thank you or simply to brighten a room. A localdelivery service is provided, free for addresses in Southrepps and ThorpeMarket, covering Cromer, Sheringham, North Walsham, Reepham, Holtand other local postcodes. Orders received before 2.00pm can bedelivered on the sameday. For national orinternational deliveriesEmms Stems haseFlorist services.Emma has developedparticular expertise inwedding and funeralfloristry. “I enjoy allaspects of floristry butproviding beautifullypresented flowers forthe joyful occasion of a wedding is a responsibility I find very satisfying.Similarly I find it a great privilege to create funeral arrangements for thecelebration of a life that has passed and that my work is amongst the lastthings done for the deceased”.Although floristry is the principal business of Emms Stems a wide rangeof gifts are now available from the shop. Whilst there is a strong

gardening or floraltheme to manyitems Emma hasalso sourced a goodrange of decorativeitems including;driftwood objectsand hangers, clocks,signs, photo-frames,candles and windchimes, all providinga superb choice ofgifts. An unusualrecent addition to the gift range is a selection of greetings cards

impregnated with seeds. The cards canbe planted to produce flowers andherbs.

Emms Stems are now one of theselected outlets for Aviv Jewellery,new to the UK market. Their designsin silver, gold and semi-preciousstones provide a very stylish andkeenly priced range of earrings,bracelets, necklaces, rings and watchesand the 2012 Christmas Collectioncould help you find some gift solutions.In preparation forthe Festive Season

Emms Stems Christmas Event Night on Thursday 8thNovember from 6 to 9 pm is bound to provide youwith inspiration and Christmas cheer. Come along andbrowse the Christmas wreaths, garlands bouquets andtable arrangements that could enhance yourcelebrations. There will also be a large selection ofdecorations, accessories and seasonal gifts for sale.With a complimentary glass of mulled wine and mincepie and sleigh bells in the background the evening issure to get your Christmas preparations off to a goodstart. You could even order your Nordmann Fir Spruce Christmas Tree.The trees have excellent needle retention, a good bushy shape and lovelyglossy soft needles. - perfect. Orders will be available for collection from1st December.Arguably one of the biggest causes of ‘family rows’ is forgetting a birthdayor anniversary. Emms Stems have the solution with their Remind Me!Service. Complete the on-line form at emmsstems.co.uk and you willreceive an email reminder 1 week before the event (alternatively youcould set this up for your forgetful partner!).Whatever the occasion you can be assured Emms Stems will havebeautiful and unique flowers and now gifts for many occasions. Its timeyou found :

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Norfolk County Councilhonours Norfolk CommunityCovenant

Eight thousand free museum vouchers will bedistributed to Armed Forces families acrossNorfolk from next week as part of Norfolk

County Council’s commitment the NorfolkCommunity Covenant, set up by Norfolk CountyCouncil in March this year. The Covenant is avoluntary statement of mutual support between acivilian community and its Armed Forcescommunity. All district, borough and city councilsin Norfolk signed the covenant and the CountyCouncil’s Cabinet agreed to allocate £50,000 tohelp support a number of Norfolk Armed ForcesCommunity Covenant projects. Norfolk County Councillor Tony Tomkinson,Armed Forces Commissioner for the NorfolkCommunity Covenant, said: “We are delighted tobe able to offer these passes to our local ArmedForces families. It is a sincere gesture by thecounty council for the families who do so much tokeep our country safe but one that I hope willprovide an enjoyable experience for them to learnmore about the history and culture of our county.Wing Commander Neil Tomlin, OfficerCommanding Base Support Wing at RAF Marhamsaid: “We are absolutely delighted to have beenincluded in the museum voucher scheme. Suchpublic gestures of support provide ourservicemen and women and their families, with afeeling of being valued by their local communities- a feeling that provides much comfort whendeployed overseas and separated from ourfamilies. We are proud to have been consideredin such a personal way and would like to thankthose involved with the Norfolk CommunityCovenant for their support.”In addition, the Norfolk Community CovenantBoard, led by the county council, is lending itssupport to a trip being organised by the Norwich and District Branch ofthe Normandy Veterans’ Association who are planning to return toFrance for the 70th anniversary of D-Day. The Norfolk CommunityCovenant Board is offering £2,000 to support the trip - a contribution tounderwrite any shortfall in Lottery funds the veterans’ association mayreceive.

‘Facelift’ for a local Favourite

North Norfolk District Council hasannounced work will begin this autumnto provide more convenient access

and improve the look of Sheringham LittleTheatre.The works, follow the recommendations of a2011 conditions survey, include overhaul of theroof, gutters and downpipes, the repair andredecoration of all external painted surfacesand the cleaning of all other external surfaces; anew flat roof for the upper plant room area; theinstallation of more attractive and appropriatewindows on the ground floor, that will not justimprove the appearance of the building but alsoallow in more light. There will also bereplacement of damaged double-glazing units.A highlight of the works will be the replacementof the existing main entrance with a newautomatic sliding door, providing easier accessfor all visitors, especially for those needingwheelchair access, and improving general accessto the theatre’s booking office and cafe areas.

Following a rigorous procurement process theworks will be undertaken by contractorsThrower and Rutland of Felthorpe.

During the course of the works, and toaccommodate the necessary scaffolding,temporary closure of the pavements outsidethe theatre, on both Church Street and StationRoad will be necessary. Rhodri Oliver, DistrictCouncillor for Sheringham South and NNDCBoard Representative on the Sheringham LittleTheatre Board of Trustees, said: “I amdelighted that the District Council has beenable to fund this vital restoration programme,which will greatly improve the Sheringhamtheatre experience for everyone.”

Wyndham Northam, NNDC Cabinet Memberfor Corporate Assets, said, “Sheringham LittleTheatre is a cultural gem in North Norfolk.We are very lucky to have it and will do whatwe can to continue to support its work."

Sheringham Little Theatre

There is probably no worse feeling than that of realising that you mayhave wasted your money or have been deceived into parting with it!Scams can occur in many forms: rogue traders and bogus callers in thehome, direct mail through the letterbox, via e-mail and telephone as wellas the issues of identity theft.Consumer organisations often advise ‘If it seems too good to be true itprobably is!’ This is a good rule of thumb to go by. However scammersare skilled at appealing to all of our weaknesses and anyone in anysituation can be a victim. Recently a client contacted us about a situationwhereby he had signed a cheque in his home for a service which herealised didn’t fit his needs at all in the cold light of day. His overwhelmingfeeling was one of embarrassment as he had felt that he would never bethe victim of such a thing!To check if a scheme is legal you can call the Citizens’ Advice ConsumerService on 0845 04 05 06.Age UK produces a useful guide called ‘Avoiding Scams’ which provideslots of information to help you protect yourself. You can request a copyby calling the Advice Line on 0800 169 65 65 or call your local Age UKon 01263 823126. You can also discuss any issues you may havepersonally in connection with the subject.Stay safe and aware!Sally Martin, Age UK North Norfolk.

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The third Cromer and SheringhamArts Festival approaches. It coincideswith the schools’ half-term holidays

from Saturday 27 October to Saturday 3November. Just about all the arts arerepresented in a rich and variedprogramme of over eighty events. In therun-up to the Festival, we’ll be taking a lookat what’s on offer under five heads: writing;music; performance; visual arts, and familyfun. Given that the county’s capital has justbeen nominated UNESCO world city ofliterature, it seems appropriate to startwith writing.Most of this year’s literature and poetryofferings happen in what is a new venue forCOAST: Virginia Court Hotel on CliffAvenue, Cromer (tel. 01263 512398). Thetalks begin at 3.30pm on weekdayafternoons and are accompanied byafternoon tea.

The writing sessions kick off with HarveyPitcher’s readings from his own translationsof some of Anton Chekhov’s comic shortstories on Monday 29 October. Beforebecoming a full-time playwright, Chekhovcontemplated a career in medicine. Heliked to say: ‘First I’d make my patientslaugh. Then I’d treat them.’There’s a Writers’ Forum the following day,chaired by local poet, Phil Barrett. On thepanel will be crime writer, Mark Pearson,children’s author, Rachel Anderson andpsychologist, Linda Hartley. With plenty of

opportunity for the audience to pitch in,the forum aims to make the writingprocess more transparent - its challengesand rewards - so that those who might finda way into it can, and the rest of us canbecome more enlightened readers.On Wednesday 31 October, Norwich-based author and publisher, Susan Currantalks about her most recent book, ‘TheEnglish friend’, a biography of William dela Pole, the much maligned and ill fated,first duke of Suffolk, generally creditedwith helping the English throne lose mostof its possessions in France. This is asumptuously produced volume and thetalk will be colourfully illustrated.

The intriguingly named ‘Tagman PressRoadshow’ will entertain on Thursday 1November: Roger Chamberlain willrecount his adventures on Hetty, hismobility scooter, and Anthony Grey willrecall his time held hostage in China duringthe Cultural Revolution.On Friday 2 November, David Morris andCandy Whittome will provide fascinatinginsight into their collaborative book ‘TheLast Hunters: Crab Fishermen of Cromer’.Finally at Virginia Court Hotel on Saturday3 November from 12.30, there will beJarrold Cromer Literary Lunch - anopportunity to join three amazing authors:Rachel Hore, D J Taylor and Neil Storeyas you enjoy a delicious two-course lunch.

But be quick because the £15.00 ticketsare selling fast!There are also literary events at threeother venues. On Monday 29 October, atOddfellows Hall in Sheringham, CleyPoetry Circle presents two activities forfamilies and children under the title ‘Poetryis nice to Eat!’ The first, in the morningfrom 11.00, is devoted to word play andpoetry games. The second, from 2.00pm,involves puppetry and storytelling.Refreshments will be provided throughoutthe day.

‘Ghosts from Childhood’ on Wednesday31 October, 2pm in West Runton Churchis presented by Norwich-based My LittleEye. Suitable for ages 10 and over, thispromises a haunting, sensory explorationof childhood through original poetry,music, drama and multi-media featuringemerging regional talent in poetry, actingand music. Tickets (adults £4/children£3/family of 4 £10) are available fromSheringham Little Theatre or on the door.At Cromer Museum, Tucker Street, onWednesday 31 October Caroline Gilfillananimates a creative writing workshop from10.00am until 3.00pm. The focus will be onhistorical fiction and ghost stories.So get ready to re-charge your cerebralbatteries in the company of a dozen or sopracticing writers.

Robert Short , Honorary President

Literature at COAST 2012


with PC Lorna Law

Hi Everyone,While out on the Crabbeat this week itwas lovely to see all the young peoplegoing back to school after the longschool holiday. I hope you are allsettled in your new classes.It is important to be safe when you goout.

Road Safety - cross the road safely, • Remember always find a safe place to cross. • Think about where you are going to cross • Is there somewhere safe like a Zebra Crossing, traffic light crossing, subway, Pelican crossing, footbridge or island in the middle of the road. • When crossing the road always choose a place where you can see the road in all directions and where drivers can clearly see you. • Never cross on sharp bends or just before the top of a hill. • It’s best not cross between parked cars. • If you have to cross between parked cars stop at the outside edge of the line of cars, as if it was the kerb. • It is important to use your eyes and ears.

• Give yourself lots of time to have a look all around for traffic and listen. • Wait until it’s safe to cross, give yourself time to cross safely • Always walk straight across looking and listening.It is important to obey the rules in theHighway Code and stay alive whilst crossingthe road.

Stranger DangerIf you go out without an adult family memberalways tell someone where you are going. • Never talk to strangers.

Lorna LawPC Lorna Law © Elva Gledhill

• Never go with a stranger. • Never take things from strangers. • Never get in a car with a stranger. • Never go off on your own.If someone scares you or try’s to touchyou • Shout loud and tell them: ‘No’ or ‘Stop’Practice at home how loud you canshout. • Run home as quick as you can.If you can’t get home, go somewhereyou will be safe like a Police Station oryour school or a local shop where youknow the shopkeeper. • Tell your parents or someone

you can trust right away.Tips to keep you safe when outdoors. • Know the area you live in. • Know your address and telephone number. • Know what to do in an emergency. • Know where to go in an emergency.

If you see me out on the Crabbeat in myPolice car don’t forget to give me a wave.

Bye for now

From 1 October 2012, Norwich basedcharity Families’ House will be joiningBreak. The move comes as Break

consolidates and develops the services itprovides for children, young people andfamilies.Families' House supports families inNorwich and Norfolk with a wide range ofdifficulties. In particular the charity supportsfamilies where parents live apart. It offers avariety of services that include contactservices for separated parents andtherapeutic support for their children; one toone support for families; parent supportgroups; a weekly drop-in for Norfolkparents; support for 16 and 17 year olds atrisk of becoming homeless and schoolholiday activities for all the family.The families the charity supports will seevery little difference, as Families’ House willcontinue to operate from its Ber Streetoffices. Contact numbers will remain the

same and information on services will be onboth the Break and Families’ Housewebsites.Speaking about this new development forBreak, CEO Chris Hoddy said: “We aredelighted with the opportunity for Families’House to become part of Break. We are nowfocussing all our energies on providingservices for children, young people andfamilies throughout Norfolk and East Anglia.Families’ House is a highly regarded charityand we are sure that we will be able to buildon their existing good work and expand itfurther. It fits very well with Break’s intentionto increase our involvement in familysupport as well as assessment”.Families’ House Director, Suzanne Bryantsaid, “This is an exciting opportunity forFamilies’ House and we are looking forwardto working with Break to develop ourservices for vulnerable families across thecounty”.David Wright, Chairman of the FamiliesHouse Board, confirmed the views alreadyexpressed “The Families’ House Board isdelighted that Break has agreed to take overthe services provided by Families’ House.Break is an excellent and well runorganisation that we believe will not onlyprotect the work that we have been doingbut enhance it”.

Childrens charities combine

Now the summer season is behind us, WDmakes a seamless transition toAutumn/Winter. Although still heavilyfocused on the beach lifestyle, they areclearly much more than just a ‘surf shop’.Casual wear for the colder months in now in(with more arriving) and includes firmfavourites like tees ,hoodies and walk shorts,but also now includes coats/jackets, jumpers,trousers, jeans, shoes, capes, hats, bags etc.They even have a selection of wellies,umbrellas and ponchos !!New scooters, skateboards and Longboardsare also in stock for the more adventurous.Also, have you ever tried to buy swimwear /holiday gear outside of the summer seasonfor use in the local pool or for your wintersun holiday?Well look no further, WD will be stocking arange of bikinis, swimsuits, and boardshorts,together with kids swimwear from 2-13yrsand beach towels, even some flip flops!There is also a selection of ladies travelwallets and cosmetic bags / vanity cases andmen’s wash bags, perfect for that trip away.Probably the only outlet in the area to offersuch a choice!

7 Tucker StreetCromer

Autumn News


Holkham Hall was thesetting for the officialopening of the

317MW Sheringham ShoalOffshore Wind Farm by HisRoyal Highness, Crown PrinceHaakon of NorwayThe Crown Prince arrived viahelicopter with representativesfrom the wind farm’s ownercompanies, Statoil and Statkraft, and Norwegian and British Ministers andAmbassadors. He was greeted by students from the local Alderman Peelhigh school and Viscount and Viscountess Coke welcomed the CrownPrince, dignitaries and around 100 guests to their home.Sheringham Shoal is owned equally by the two Norwegian energy leadersthrough joint-venture company, Scira Offshore Energy Limited.The official event was closed by Scira General Manager, Einar Strømsvågwho said his team had worked for more than three years to prepare forthe wind farm’s operation.“In late 2010 we started to recruit locally to fill all the positions necessaryto operate and maintain the wind farm,” he remarked. “Two years laterScira has, together with our contactors and partners established anorganisation of 60 highly motivated people.”“I thank you for participating in this important celebration as suchpositive attention will provides us with the extra energy and motivationto keep improving.”Also speaking at the official opening were the UK Secretary of State forEnergy and Climate Change, Edward Davey; Norwegian Minister ofPetroleum and Energy, Ola Borten Moe; Minister of Trade and Industry,Trond Giske; and the owners’ presidents and CEOs, Helge Lund fromStatoil and Christian Rynning-Tønnesen from Statkraft.The opening event included musical performances by local students,mediated interviews by BBC presenter Sonali Shah and a show entitledA Windy World by girl group The Boxettes and dancers from CirqueBijou.

Sheringham Shoal openedby Norway’s Crown Prince

More facts and figures:Covers an area of approximately 35 km288 wind turbines, each with a capacity of 3.6 MW,Turbine blade length 52 metres (170 feet).Turbine tower height 80 metres (262 feet).Two 900 tonne offshore substations.Two 132 kV marine cables which come ashore at Weybourne21.6 km underground cable will connect the wind farm a newsubstation at Salle, near Cawston. From the new substation, thepower will be transported to Norwich where it will enter theNational Grid.


A Battery

Crab Lines

North Norfolk

Introduction

I was delighted to receive correspondence prompted by my initial report in Crabline 253. The subjects

raised deserve wider promulgation, I am liasing with The Editor on how best to achieve this and will

report back to you.

How well do you know where you live?

The subject of the photograph in Crabline 253 is one of the firing points in the wall of what is now

Cromer Carpets, overlooking The Meadow car park.

Why is it there? At the outbreak of WWII the building now occupied by Cromer Carpets was the General

Post Office (GPO) Telephone Exchange. Before the days of cell phones and secure compact radios the

telephone was the most reliable means of communication so in 1939 the telephone exchange was vital to

the defence of North Norfolk. The Local Defence Volunteers (LDV), or Home Guard, as they became known,

were tasked to defend it to the bitter end. It’s worth noting that the defenders would have been GPO

staff, just as most factories and organisations had their own units. Generally volunteers did two or

three duties a week, in addition to their normal working hours. Generally their Home Guard duties would

comprise training sessions as well as providing sentries or lookouts. They would also take part in week-

end training.

Ref: OG/CL254/255 6 Oct 2012

New target

In my last despatch I said we would look at the nearest airfield to the Crabline Area and the exotic

aircraft that used it. Correction to detail. The wartime airfield we will look at is that nearest to Cromer.

This was Matlaske, 6 miles SW of Cromer and adjacent to the village of Matlaske. The airfield was a

satellite of RAF Coltishall, opened in 1940 and closed in 1945. The runways were all grass but

strengthened with mesh (less wear on the old tyres!) but it had a concrete perimeter track. Who used the

airfield? Well Matlaske Village Sign gives something of a clue as it includes a Spitfire, and it was a

fighter station, but Matlaske also hosted a wide range of other aircraft, often for only a few weeks

depending upon operational requirements. Examples include the Bell Aircobra I (Phot A), a strange design

with the engine behind the pilot, the Westland Whirlwind (Phot B) or Supermarine Walrus (Phot C). The

Whirlwind was a heavily armed fighter and the Walrus a bi-plane amphibian used for air sea rescue and

capable of operating from aircraft carriers.

Phot A

Phot B

Phot C

To find Matlaske airfield follow the

sign for the Airfield

Memorial (erected by the

Airfields Conservation

Trust in 2011). Looking

across the fields from the

memorial you will get an idea

of the position of the

runways. To the left of the

memorial notice a slight dip

in the middle of the field -

always drainage problems

there when an operational airfield.

Shifting location to the coast and Trimingham

next time.

Keep Fit

The Old Gunner


This Georgian Inn, deep in the NorthNorfolk countryside, was built in 1806by G S Repton in the style of Tuscan

farmhouse and, in the tradition of a ruralcoaching inn, now offers a range of hospitalityfrom a glass of locally brewed ale at the bar, abowl of homemade soup to warm you upafter a walk to a superb three course meal orcomfortable, beautifully appointed rooms fora tranquil overnight stay. Tim and Janie areseasoned hoteliers. They met in the 1980seventually married in 1995 and shortlyafterwards set off travelling. They arrived atCourchevel in the French Alps and were soonrunning a 10 bedroom luxury hotel and thena hotel, bar and restaurant in the centre of theresort. Having established Lodge Nogentilthey decided to sell their share in it andconcentrate on Hotel de la Croisette with itssuccessful Bar le Jump. They developed thebusiness for a further 7 years before decidingit was time for a change and return to returnto England with their three sons. Tim hadbeen brought up at Burgh and Janie, originallyfrom Northamptonshire, wanted to settletheir family in Norfolk and this coincided withthe opportunity in 2010 to acquire theSaracen’s Head and use their considerableexperience and energy to develop its potential.

There is no doubt their hard work andapproach has paid off; they have successfullycreated a wonderfully relaxed home fromhome, where you can return day after day,unwind with a drink and enjoy deliciousmeals prepared by Chef Mark Sayers and histeam, using the best local produce, TheSaracen’s Head is a welcoming place,whether you are dog walkers (dogs welcometoo), cyclists, families or want a comfortableand peaceful room.

There are six newly renovated bedrooms, allhave en-suite bathrooms; five are full doubles

and there is alsoa family roomthat canaccommodatetwo adults andtwo children.Comfortablebeds, cosyduvets,bathrooms with

“The middle of nowhere but the centre of everywhere”The Saracens’s HeadWall Road, Wolterton, Norfolk, NR11 7LZ01263 768909info@saracenshead-norfolk.co.ukwww.saracenshead-norfolk.co.uk

Even the owners of the Saracens’ Head, Tim and Janie Elwes admit “its a bit tuckedaway amongst the lanes and countryside of North Norfolk” but that is part of itscharm and certainly should not deter you from seeking out this jewel of the east. Infact its location is a positive advantage if you want a truly peaceful ‘get away’, but beassured you are never very far from the host of attractions North Norfolk offers.

baths and showers, heated towel rails and softfluffy towels are the principal ingredients for agood night’s sleep in any of the rooms at theSaracen’s Head; add a tranquil setting andexcellent cooking and you will wonder whyyou hadn’t visited this oasis of calm andcomfort before!Local, fresh and seasonal are the watch wordsof the Saracen’s Head kitchen now under HeadChef Mark Sayers, who was born and grew upat Blakeney. As a child he spent his summerssailing, beach fishing at Weybourne, and picking

samphire at Morston; somethinghe now does with his own family.Mark realised at an early age thathe wanted to cook. After initialtraining at Norwich City Collegehe completed his apprenticeshipat Gashes of Weybourne, at thetime Norfolk’s finest restaurant. He thenbroadened his experience in the high pressureworld of five star hotels and restaurants inLondon, Sydney, America and Scotland,eventually returning to Norfolk as head Chefat the Norfolk Mead Hotel in Coltishall. Timand Janie Elwes were delighted when Markagreed to join The Saracen’s Head after

thirteen years at theNorfolk Mead Hotel“ We are proud ofthe high standard ofgood honest foodcooked with passionand enthusiasm theSaracen’s Headoffers. Mark’sapproach toingredients andcooking is incomplete sympathywith our own and

what we want to provide for our guests. Themenu changes seasonally and regularly withineach season to utilise the very best local fish,meat, game and vegetables. “ I have knownmany of the producers and suppliers since I wasa boy and from those relationships comesconfidence in the quality of the produce” saidMark. Inspired by the quality of local produceMark’s skill, flair and understanding of themproduces dishes that delight the palate andreflect the unique spirit of North Norfolk. Thisis genuinely fine dining without fuss andpretension. (Readers might like to try Mark’ssimple, healthy and delicious recipe for Sea Basson page 7). Diners can choose a table in eitherthe Bar Restaurant or the slightly more formalParlour and in the Summer meals and drinksare served in the beautiful courtyard garden.Smaller portions for children or light appetitescan be prepared and there is also a children’smenu which includes favourites such as

sausages fish goujons, chicken and pasta.Now that autumn has arrived guests will findthe the bar and parlour warmed by fires andsalads and ploughman’s lunches disappearingfrom the menu to be replaced by the everpopular two courses for £12 . From thebeginning of October opening hours changefor the winter. See panel top of page.

Winter openingMon closed (except bank holidays)

Tues lunch (closed)Tues evening to Sun

Lunch 12.00pm to 2.00pmDinner 6.30pm to 8.30pm

Bar11.30am to 2.30pm6.30pm to 11.00pm

Head Chef Mark Sayers

The Bar Restaurant

The Parlour


Caring for the older dog

There is a saying thatdogs and their ownersbegin to look like each

other. I’m not sure there’s alot evidence to support thatbut dogs and their ownersinescapably get oldertogether and the ageingprocess affects dogs andhumans in remarkably similarways.

I have several dogs, somenow certainly in late middleage and all too soon they willenter their old age. I wantedto update my knowledge ofolder canine health and wentalong to an open evening and short seminar on Caring for the Older Dogprovided by Westover Veterinary Centre at North Walsham.The Westover centre at North Walsham is the specialist small animalpart of their practice; large animals are treated at Hainford.

I joined the audience of owners and as we introduced ourselves it wassoon clear we represented a wide range of breeds, numbers and ages ofdogs. The evening was being led by Veterinary Surgeon Chris Tomlinson,senior partner at the practice and a highly experienced vet. He was ablyassisted by the practice nurses who also ensured we had refreshmentsand were comfortable before Chris ‘took to the stage’.This was not a dry, impenetrable ‘lecture’ about geriatric conditions indogs. It was an easily understood but detailed explanation of the varietyof ailments that can develop, how to recognise them and the best courseof action to follow, all delivered with the good natured, good humour ofa seasoned country vet.Lameness and its causes prompted an examination of the operation ofjoints and the working of muscles and bones. Thyroid disorder, liverdisease and urinary/reproductive problems required us to have someunderstanding of the biochemistry going on in our pets and with Chris’sexpert guidance it became less of a mystery.

We all dread finding a lump onour dogs but once again wewere provided with guidanceon the different types and whatto look out for.The next section of the‘tutorial’ examined circulatoryand heart problems.Particularly congestive heartfailure. Identifying thesymptoms early is theparticular responsibilityowners have for this and theother conditions we hadexplored during the course ofChris’s fascinatingpresentation.Having set out the major health

problems for older dogs the programme for the evening provided arefreshment break which included excellent homemade cakes baked bythe nurses.The audience was then given a guided tour of the practice conducted bythe nursing staff with occasional additions from Chris. Consulting roomsto bio-chem lab to xray into the operating theatre and a quick look at a‘ward’, Although the North Walsham premises may not be the largest inNorfolk they have an array of modern analysis equipment and technologynot dissimilar to a good general hospital.The final session of the evening examined what owners could do to helptheir dogs. It was full of practical advice and led into a very good questionand answer session.Chris and his team are to be congratulated for providing an excellent,informative evening, which even the most experienced owners benefitedfrom. The friendly, open culture of the practice was obvious from Chris’spresentation style and the undeniable enthusiasm, pride and commitmentshown by the practice nurses.

I learned a lot from this well run and professional open evening atWestover Veterinary Centre and will be keeping an eye open for thenext one. In the meantime I must put into practice the excellent adviceprovided on caring for my older dogs.

An open evening and seminar at North Walsham

The Westover Veterinary Centre Open Evening Team

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Ingworth Trosh snapshot


Thursday 1st November6.30 - 8pm

How Norfolk got the Groove

We've had a fantastically busy summer,with the largest number (for us) ofchildren taking part in our Summer

Reading Challenge, and a number of newregular events planned. Also we have somesingle events planned as part of the COASTevent and Black History month.

The previously untold story of how Norfolkand Norwich were amongst the first parts ofBritain to hear the blues, as black Americanairmen came to the region bringing their hardrocking rhythm and blues records with themduring the Second World War and thesuccessive years. At the weekends the clubsand pubs of Norwich were rammed andjammed to the sounds of imported recordsbrought by USA servicemen who were bussedinto town from the nearby air bases. Localmusicians who were there tell their story ofhow black American culture influenced them.The event is part of the COAST arts festival,and Norfolk Black History Month and has beenfunded by the Norfolk's American Connectionsproject

Cromer Medals SuccessIts been a record year for children reading throughout the summer inCromer. 281 children signed up for the Storylab challenge at thelibrary to read 6 books during the summer holidays – and an amazing174 achieved that!At the medal ceremony on Saturday 15th September certificates andmedals were presented jointly by District Councillor Hilary Thompsonand Cromer’s Carnival Prince Henry Butler and Princess EllenHedge.Prizes were also awarded for outstanding book reviews andillustrations of the children’s favourite titles. (picture attached -Hilary explaining about her special hat to the children beforepresenting their awards).

More about Cromer Library Events on page 22


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The CRABLINE TIDE TABLEis kindly sponsored byDavies Fish Shop

7 Garden Street, Cromer01263 512727

supplying fish & crabs for years

6th to 21st October

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AYLSHAMBridge Club 7pm Fri 768742Country Market each Friday 8.50-noonCricket Club indoor Sun 3-5pm all ages &standards 510102Evening WI 7.30pm 1st Thurs Town Hall.Exercise with Sally Free taster session01603 432487.Extend Over 60’s Exercise Fridays JubileeFamily Centre 01692 407851Farmers Market 9am-1pm 1st & 3rd SatMarket PlaceF.I.T. group 2nd & 4th Weds pm of month731177Flower Club 2nd Wed of mth 7.30pm .NEW VENUE from Jun ACT CommunityCentre NR11 6YA 01603 279274Fitness Yoga/Pilates Tues & ThursFriendship Hall 01692 538569Gym Club Fri 5pm High School 576609Lammas KC Lodge ROAB Tues 8.15pmSutton School Of Dance, Mill Row.Monday Stall Parish Church 8.30-noonRBL (Womens) 1st Monday of month,ExService club or Salvation Army, HungateStreet, 734091N.N. Speakers Club 7pm alt. Weds. HighSchool. Lynne Goddard 01692 402662.Scalextric Club Presto Park Weds 7.15 -9.45 pm. 01603 754319Quaker Meetings Sun 10.30am Pegg’s YardYoga Tues 7.30pm Quaker Meeting HousePeggs Yard. 732426CROMERAge Concern Fri 10am The Cottage.Aqua Therapy Classes Mon 11-12 Wed7-8pm Country Club t: 501914Air Training Corps. 7pm Mon & Thurs,High School t: 515452Baptist Church Sun10.45am & 6.30pmCoffee Morning 10451st and 3rd Sat ofmonth 576524Bingo 7pm Sunday Football clubBridge Club (Duplicate) Mon 7pm t:822778C.A.B. Appointments: 01692 405847CAMEO (Come Along and Meet EachOther) Alzheimers Society. CromerMethodist Church Hall 4th Tuesday of themonth11:00 am to 2:00pm. For people withor caring for someone with dementia. £5 perperson includes hot 2 course lunch.Catherine Moorhouse 07540 919487.Chesterfield Hall Cabbell Rd Mon 10amParent & Toddlers Sun 11.45am Family Service& Children’s ClubChristian Fellowship Sun 10.30am Top ofNorwich Road t: 838180Cromer Chamber Orchestra 7pm Mons.(term time) High school t: 511600Cromer Forum 1st Tues 7.30pm MethodistChurch New Hall t: 515138Cromer Sequence Dance Club everyMonday 8:00pm to 10:30pm East RuntonVillage Hall 01692 403071Diabetes UK 4th Thurs (except December)7.30pm Methodist Church Hall Cromer t:01692 405492Elderberries Badminton & Short Mat Bowls3-5pm Mon & Fri. t: 519030Flower Club 7.30pm 3rd Mon Junior School.t: 513408Extend exercise for over 60’s Tues 2.30pm ,St. Martin’s Church Hall, Mill Rd. t:768159Folk Dance Club 7.30-9.30pm Tues.Community Hall t: 578224Garden Society 7.30pm 3rd ThursMethodist Church Hall t: 511211Guiding in Cromer. Rainbows (age 5-7),Brownies (age 7-11) Guides (age 10+) HQOverstrand Road. T 01263 514482Hockey Club Mondays u16s & u13s 6.30pmAdults 7.15pm Sports CentreKorean Martial Arts t: 07765 282981Lip reading classes Thurs 10 - 12noonMethodist Church Rooms. t: 0344 8008002.

N & N Assoc.for Blind 9.30-1pm TuesMerchants Place.N.N. Mencap Soc. Thurs 1pm MerchantsPlace. t: 578116Parkinson’s Disease Soc. 10.30am 2ndWed of month St John Hall, Bond St.R.E.M.E. 2pm 1st Tues The Cottage, t:513313RBL 7.30pm 1st Wed The CottageWomen’s Section 2.30pm 1st ThursRoyal Naval Assoc. 1st Friday 7.45pm(Summer) 12.30pm (Winter) Halsey House.Sea Scouts Overstrand Rd t: 512871ROAB Wed 8.15pm The Cottage.Singing Group Thurs 10.30am. TheCommunity Centre. t: 570117.Slimming & Support Club Thurs 9.30amSt. John’s Hall, t: John Barker 834852St John Ambulance Adults Tues 7.30pmCadets Tues 5.45pm St John Hall Bond StSea Scouts Overstrand Rd info 512871Taekwondo Sports Centre. t: 711824W.I. 2nd Thurs 2.30 pm,Garden St.Yoga Friday 0930-1100. WI Hall, Garden St768649 [email protected] YESU Centre 10:.00am to 3.00pmalterrnate Thursdays 713753MUNDESLEYBowls Pavilion Bingo: Sun 7.30pm, WhistDrive: Tues, Wed & Fri 1.45pm t: 721815Carpet Bowls Mon 1.30pm Coronation Hallt: 721416Community Choir Tues 7.30pm MethodistChurch t: 01692 404266Film Club 2nd Tues of month 7.30pm.Coronation HallFlower Club 2nd Weds of month 2pmCoronation HallFree Church Sun Services11am, 6.30pmLibrary Mon:10-1pm,Tues 2-5.30pm Fri 10-1pm & 2-6.30pm, Sat 10-1pm t: 720702Luncheon Club over 60’s & disabled. Mon& Thurs 12-2pm Free Church t :721984MADRA 07734 689978Methodist Church Sunday worship10.30amPebbles Pre-School & Day Care t: 724600Quiz Night Tues 8.30pm ConservativeClub. All welcomeRBL 4th Weds Haig Club. t: 722238RBL Womens section 3rd Weds 1.45pmCoronation Hall t: 721021Scrabble Club Fridays t: 720659W.I. 2nd Mon 7pm Church Rooms t:834368NORTH WALSHAMAnimal Magic Dog Club training & funwith your dog. t: Kathy 720730Bipolar Self Help Group 7pm 3rd WedsSaddlers Shop t: 0854 4349872Charity Bingo Weds 8pm CommunityCentre. t: 01692 407214Chess Club 7.30 Mondays Orchard GardenPub. All abilities welcome. t: 01692 404649Extend Over 60’s Exercise Mondays:Methodist Church Hall t: 01692 407851Hockey Club Under 11s. Fri 5-6pm SportsCentre t: 01692 404624Lions Club 7.30pm 1st Mon of month.Community Centre. t: 01692 400702Quaker Meetings Sun 10.30am MeetingHouse, Mundesley Rd. near Swafield.Reading 4 U 3rd Weds 9.45am St. John’sHall, t: 768164North Norfolk Speakers Club alt Weds7pm, High School. Further infowww.nnsc.co.ukor t: Gillian 01692 650250The Wheel of Light 1st Thurs 7.30pmOrchard Gdns Pub, t: 721484Weavers Morris DancersWeds 7:45. St Nicholas Rooms (BehindChurch), Beginners welcome t: 512988Walsham Writers' Group Every secondThursday. Currently the group is closed to

new members. To join waiting list pleasecontact us via our website, or visit our blog:thewalshampenners.blogspot.co.uk and joinour new on-line writing community.OVERSTRANDCoffee Morning and Heritage Viewing,Methodist Church Every Thursday 10:00Gardening Club 2.30pm 1st Tues. ParishHall t: 576437Carpet Bowls 2.30pm Thurs. Parish Hall t:833369Strand Club 2nd Weds 2.30pm MethodistChurch t: 578250W.I. 3rd Wed 7.30pm Parish Hall t: 834242SHERINGHAMAlcoholics Anonymous Sun 3pm. StJosephs ChurchBeetle Drive 3rd Tues 7.30 pm. St. JosephsChurchBridge The Morley Duplicate pairs Thurs7pm Beginners Fri 2pm t: 822087CAB. YESU,Thurs 10-2pm t: 01692 402570Chess Club Chess played at the MorleyClub every Friday at 7.30pm. Peter 823814Country Market 1st & 3rd Thurs. St JohnHallEvening W.I. 2nd Mon. St. Josephs ChurchHall, t: 823889 for info.Fit Together-Tone Together Weds 9-10am, with Wyn Nurse Community Centre,t: 07826 869377Fledgling music group for children4mths - 4 years. 09.30, 10.30 & 11.30. Babymusic 3 yrs up 1.20 pm. FREE taster07500221121Flower Club 1st Thurs 7.30pm WoodfieldsSchool t: 837397Gingerbread Fri pm Friends Meeting Houset: 0785 9364 702Harry Upcher Lodge ROAB Mon 8.15pm.Tyneside Club, Station RdHearing Aid Clinic 10-12pm 1st Mon. AgeConcern, Cremer St. Free advice.Just William’s Dancing for all Wed 8-11pm Social Club t:720069 mob 07780 838733Ladies Fellowship 7.30pm 2nd TuesSalvation Army.MS meetings 7-9pm 1st & 3rd Weds. RobinHood Pub, t: 823392Morris Dancing. Oddfellows Hall. Weds7.30pm t: 837693N.N. Green Party 7.30pm 1st FridayBurlington Hotel. All welcome.www.northnorfolk.greenparty.org.uk.N.Norfolk Model Group 8pm last Fri. StJohn’s Hall t: 514059Old Shannocks 2.15pm last WedCommunity Rooms.Quaker Meetings Sun 10.30am Cremer St.R.AF.A. 4th Tues of month. t: 837229Saturday Super Sale First Sat 9-11am.Salvation Army Hall, Cremer St.Sheringham Singers ~ Val Crowe Tues2.30 pm. Friends Meeting Hse, - t: 825149Sheringham Voyager 2pm 1st & 3rdThurs. Community Centre. t: 01692500550THE RUNTONSBook Sale West Runton Church HallSaturdays 10.00am to 12.00noon 7 Jul thenfortnightly. Free tea and coffeeBingo 7.30pm Sun & Mon Bernie’s SocialClub E.Runton t: 834965Philatelic Society 2nd Mon of month7.30pm W.Runton Church Hall.Gerry 579529Probus Club 12.30pm 1st Tues. Links Hotelt: 833366Rotary Club Weds 6pm except any 5thWeds Dormy House W.Runton, t: 578194Sequence Dancing Mon 8 - 10.30pm EastRunton Village Hall. t: 01692 403071W. Runton Scouts INFO : t:712288W.I. 2.15pm 2nd Wed W.Runton Church Hall

TRIMINGHAMCoffee morning 3rd Weds 10.30amCrib Session. Pilgrim Shelter Wed 1.45. £1.50per person including refreshments. Not 2ndWed.“Pen’s People” Writers Weds 12-2pm t:John Barker on 834852Poppyland Club (Ladies) 2nd Weds 2.30pmWhist Drive Thurs 1.45pm. Pilgrim Shelter.£1.50 per person including refreshments andraffle.Slimming Club : Tues 1:30pm at the PilgrimShelter. t: 01263 579797ALSO:AldeboroughFledgling music group for children 4mthsto 4years. Thurs 09:30. Free taster call Lorna07500221121Antingham & SouthreppsPlaygroup t: 834148BanninghamGreenfingers Gardening Club 7.30pm 1stThurs Jubilee Hall, Banningham. t: 761620 /768004FelbriggBingo 7.30pm 4th Fri Village HallGiminghamPrize Bingo 7.30pm 1st & 3rd Fri GiminghamVillage HallHigh KellingNth Norfolk Model Engineering Club 1stFri 7.30pm High Kelling Social CentreKnapton Ladies Club 3rd Mon 7.30pm.Village Hall t:720908. 1st Tues Women’s OwnMethodist Church t: 721439MuckleboroughNorth Norfolk Amateur Radio GroupWed & Thur 10.00am to 4.00pm t: 821936Norfolk Submariners 1st Wed 12noon KingsHead, Horsham St Faith t: 511758NorthreppsExtend exercise for over 60’s Mon 2.30pmNorthrepps Village Hall. t:768159Gym Club Thurs 5-8pm Northrepps VillageHall t: 576609Pre-School. Mon-Fri 8.30 – 3.30pm Hotlunches. t: 579396R.B.L.1st Mon 7.30pm Northrepps Cottage t:579633RoughtonBingo 7.30pm 2nd Fri excl. Aug. St Mary’sSchool Roughton t: 512996.Bingo 3rd Friday 7.30pm Roughton Village HallCrazee Kidz Club 7pm. 2nd & 4th Fri. termtime. Roughton Village Hall 7-16yrs. t:768138Under 5’s Playgroup. t: 07553 456083Seniors Swimming Club Mon & Weds am,Fri pm Greshams Swimming Pool, Holt. t:711123SouhreppsMS Group Mon 10 - 2pm Southrepps VillageHall t: 823392Suffield ParkBowls Club. Whist Drives Tues 2.15pm. Cashor Prize Bingo Fri twice monthly 7.30pm. Bar -Raffle.TrunchBumbles Pre-school t:01263 720931Upper SheringhamCromer & Sheringham Brass Rehearse8pm Thurs Upper Sheringham Village Hall t:588654Cromer Air Rifle Club 9am -noon Sun. NearSheringham. t: 570223WeybourneFolk Club, The Ship, 3.00 to 6.00pm 3rdSunday of the month. All welcomeBridge with The Acol Club WeybourneVillage Hall Tuesdays 2.00pm. ChicagoMovement means no need to bring a partner.All abilities 01692 404064 or 01263 825061WorsteadFledgling music group for children 4mthsto 4years. Thurs 11:30. Free taster call Lorna07500221121

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OCTOBER

Saturday 6thApple Pie Coffee Morning. St AndrewsChurch, East Runton 10:00 am to 12:00noon. Pies, cakes, raffle and much more.

Tuesday 9thMundesley Village Cinema. CoronationHall, Cromer Road, Mundesley NR11 8BE.7.30pm The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel 12A. 124mins. A heart warming,funny film with moments of pathos for thisdelightful story of retirement in Indiaperformed by a stellar British cast. One ofthemost talked about movies of 2012. Doorsopen half an hour before the performancewhen refreshments are served. Tickets onthe door: Adults £4, Members £3, Under15s £2.

Wednesday 10thThe Cromer Society Extended LectureCourse. Roman Britain and East Anglia:1st Century BC to 5th Century ADpresented by Ian Groves. The CottageLouden Road, Cromer. 10:30 am.

Saturday 13thCoffee Morning, with stalls! FriendsMeeting House, Cremer Street ,Sheringham 10am to 12 noon. Why nottake a break from shopping and comealong for ‘Fairtrade’ coffee, tea and cakes.,Stalls also available, with local produceand crafts. Fund raising in aid of PracticalAction and Working for Peace in Palestine.Kerry Greyhounds UK Sponsored DogWalk. Bacton. Meet at Poachers Pocket1200 noon for 2.00pm start. Raffle,Tombolas, Merchandise, Jewellery,Produce, other stalls and much more.Come and meet some of our dogs lookingfor homes. Contact Bronwen 075 00062648 or [email protected] Voices. Cromer CommunityCentre 7:30 pm. An evening of comedy,drama, music and poetry performed bylocal people. Entrance £3. Raising fundsfor the Theatre group. Come and supportyour local theatre group and prepare to beentertained!A great night is guaranteed.

Wednesday 17thThe Cromer Society Extended LectureCourse. Roman Britain and East Anglia:1st Century BC to 5th Century ADpresented by Ian Groves. The CottageLouden Road, Cromer. 10:30 am.The Cromer Society Recorded MusicSection. Mixture of Old Favouritespresented by Gordon Dodson. SuffieldPark Bowls Club, Station Road, Cromer.7:00 pm.

Thursday 18thNorthrepps Luncheon Club. NorthreppsVillage Hall, New Rd, Northrepps from11:00 am. For retired people within 5

miles of Northrepps. Coffee at 11:00 amand lunch from noon. Contact thesecretary on 01263 579782

Friday 19thFriends of Cromer Museum.Community Hall Garden StreetCromer.“Cromer in 1840” Speaker PeterStibbons. 7:30pm.

Saturday 20thRoughton & District WI. Ceilidh -Dancing to Shindig. Northrepps VillageHall 7:30 pm. Refreshments Hot Dog,bring your own drinks (dont forget tobring a glass) Cost £7. Tickets availablefrom Tricia - Telephone 01263 826880 oremail [email protected]

Wednesday 24thThe Cromer Society Extended LectureCourse. Roman Britain and East Anglia:1st Century BC to 5th Century ADpresented by Ian Groves. The CottageLouden Road, Cromer. 10:30 am.

Thursday 25thThe Cromer Society Illustrated Talk.Darket Sources of Dracula presented byNeil Storey. Suffield Park Bowls Club,Station Road, Cromer. 7:00 pm.Diabetes UK. Cromer Methodist ChurchHall at 7.30pm. Speaker Louise Rout,Regional Fundraising Manager fromDiabetes UK Eastern Region. For moreinformation please contact Jackie or Davidon 01692 405492

Saturday 27thThe Cromer Society. Excursion to TheMaddermarket Theatre Norwich - DaisyPulls It Off by Denise Deegan. 1:00pmBus Station Cadogan Rd Cromer. Book by29th September

Wednesday 31stPoppyline Education Group 1940sstyle Musical Tea Party. North NorfolkRailway, Holt Railway Station, Kelling.2:15 pm to 4:15 pm. Dig For Victory -Harvest Home theme Live music with TheSimon Miller sound and a cream tea. Freeparking. Tickets are £6 each and advancebooking is essential. For further detailsand to book 01263 820800.The Cromer Society Recorded MusicSection. Musical Treats presented byTrish Loth & Jean McIndeor. Suffield ParkBowls Club, Station Road, Cromer . 7:00pm.Mundesley Village Cinema FrightNight. Coronation Hall, Cromer Road,Mundesley NR11 8BE. 6.30 pm MonsterHouse Cert PG, 91 mins. Computeranimated comedy horror. Three teenagersdiscover their neighbours house is a livingbreathing scary monster. Prizes for bestHalloween Fancy Dress after MonsterHouse screening. 9.00pm A Cabin in theWoods Cert 15, 95 mins. Five friends gofor a break at a remote cabin where theyget more than they bargained for.Comedy horror. They must discover thetruth behind the cabin in the woods andits probably not what you expect. TktsUnder 15 £2, Adults £4.www.mundesley.org/film

NOVEMBERTuesday 6thCromer Forum. Cromer MethodistChurch Lower Hall 7:30 pm. SpeakerIcarus Hine ‘Changing trends in HighStreet Butchery’. Everyone warmlywelcome.

Tuesday 13thRoughton & District WI. PamperEvening. Cromer Parish Hall 6:00 pm to10:00pm (pop in when you like for yourtaster session(s) bookings available onthe night) Cost £2.50 Tickets availablefrom Gill Telephone 01263 768324 orMary 01263158 or [email protected]

Thursday 15thNorthrepps Luncheon Club.Northrepps Village Hall, New Rd,Northrepps from 11:00 am. For retiredpeople within 5 miles of Northrepps.Coffee at 11:00 am and lunch from noon.Contact the secretary on 01263 579782

Friday 16thFriends of Cromer Museum.Community Hall Garden Street Cromer.“Boudica, her Life, Times and Legacy”.Speaker, John Davies, Norfolk Museumsand Archaeology Service.

DECEMBERSaturday 2ndArt, crafts and local food & drinkproducers at Blakeney Village Hall 10:00am to 4:00 pm . Free entry. For moredetails call Karen on 01263 588001 ore-mail [email protected]

Thursday 20thNorthrepps Luncheon Club.Northrepps Village Hall, New Rd,Northrepps from 11:00 am. For retiredpeople within 5 miles of Northrepps.Coffee at 11:00 am and lunch from noon.Contact the secretary on 01263 579782

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Merchants' Place or email to :[email protected]

by noon Wednesday 10 OctPlease include a contact ‘phone number for your event.


HANDY NUMBERSBenefits Agency....................01603 248 248C.A.B.......................................08444 111444(Holt).......................................01263 713 849(Nth Walsham).....................01692 402 570Coast Guard..........................01493 851 338Council (County).................0344 800 8020 (District)...............01263 513 811Aylsham High School...........01263 733 270Cromer High School...........01263 511 433Sheringham High School..........01263 822 363Cromer Sports Centre.......01263 515 669Doctors:Aldborough............................01263 768 602Aylsham..................................01263 733 331Cromer...................................01263 513 148Mundesley..............................01263 724 500Sheringham.............................01263 822 066N.H.S DIRECT......................08 45 46 47Hospital (Cromer)...............01263 513 571Job Centre (Cromer)..........01263 543 400Libraries:Aylsham..................................01263 732 320Cromer...................................01263 512 850Mundesley..............................01263 720 702Sheringham.............................01263 822 874Opticians................................0781 043 7051R.S.P.C.A................................0870 555 5999Tourist Info............................0871 200 3071Mundesley Visitor Centre.........01263 721 070Travel Enquiries....................0870 608 2608National Express..................0870 580 8080Rail Enquiries.........................0845 748 4950Veterinary Surgeon..............01263 822 293Victim Support......................01493 330 600

POLICE........non urgent....................101Cromer Police Station Mon -Wed 0900am - 5.00pm

CATCH the CRABand win

a Family Swim Voucher fromSPLASH at Sheringham ( 2 Adults & 2children).Plus

a Crab Net from Fancy This Fancy That.If you are under 12, tell us where the Crab ishidden, including the page number, your name,age and address.

DON’T FORGET!Entries for Catch the Crab, written by childrenthemselves (at least their name) will always bedrawn before the rest.

orIf you are a pensioner,

SPOT THE CODand win

morning coffee and cake for two at

the Aristocrat Restaurant, Bond Street,Cromer.All entries on postcards please, to:The Crabline,Merchants’ Place, 16 Church Street,Cromer NR27 9ESbefore the next issue comes out.The first entry out of the hat wins !

ISSUE 252 WINNERSCatch the Crab:Robert Willis HertfordshireSpot the Cod:Miss J Manning SheringhamThe Crabline would like to thank SPLASH, TheAristocrat Restaurant and Fancy This Fancy That fortheir sponsorship.

Fulmodeston Market:[email protected] Farmer’s Market2nd Sunday in every month10:00 am to 1:00 pm, Southrepps Village Hall,Crown Loke (off High Street).Creake Abbey Farmer’s Market1st Saturday of Month (except Jan) 9:30 am to1:00 pm 40+ stalls.Weybourne, Meet the Producers MarketThe Maltings Coast Rd 10am to 4pm2nd Sunday of month.

Farmer’s Markets

If you know of similar markets tellCrabline

Regular events:3rd Monday each month: Carers Forum drop-in advice session 2 – 4pmIst Thursday each month Carers Forum Support Group meetings 1 –3pm New event2nd Thursday each month: Age UK drop-in advice desk 10.30 -12pmEvery Friday: 2 for the price of 1 hire on DVDs and music CDsEvery Friday to 26th October: Music, Bounce and Rhymes for under 5s10 – 11am New eventEvery Saturday: £1 off games hire1st Saturday each month: Family History drop-in support group 10 - 12pm2nd Saturday each month: Family Story time 11 – 12pm under 8’s mustbe accompanied New event

Extra Events:24th September – 6th October: North Norfolk Older Peoples Forumdisplay – portraits of grandparents by their grandchildren.

8th – 15th October: Dyslexia week – display all week and drop-in advicesession on Wednesday10th October 9.30 -12noon.

27th October: “Sweep the Cobwebs” event for children aged 7 and overwith illustrator Gaia Shaw. 11am – 12.30pm. Booking essential.30th October: Natural England Coastal Access Path public consultationdisplay and advice session. 10 – 12noon.

Opening hours:Mon 9.30 – 7pmTue 9.30 – 5pmWed 9.30 – 1pmThur 9.30 – 5pmFri 9.30 – 7pmSat 10 – 1pm

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internet

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Overstrand Gardening Club

Since our last meeting on September 4, twenty six members of theclub went to Fairhaven Water Gardens on September 18th.

Although many of the plants and flowers that Fairhaven is best noted forwere not out at this time of the year, members and guests werewelcomed by the head gardener who gave a short informative talk. Theywere then able to walk through the gardens and take a boat trip on thebroad if they wanted. Lunches were available for those who wanted tobuy them.The next meeting of the Overstrand Gardening Club will be at the parishhall in Overstrand on October 2nd at 2:30pm when the speaker will beBen Potterton whose talk “Another Fowl Day” is about the keeping ofchickens. Admission is £1 for members and £2 for guests andrefreshments will be served afterwards. Jack Jezek


Sheringham Shoal Wind Farm

Photographs clockwise from left:

Salle Sub StationA maintainer’s eye view

Wells new Outer HarbourAbout 200 ft above the sea

Engineers and turbine blades


Found on the cifftops of Mundesley this quiet family run park in the same ownership for 30 years

offers a warm welcome to all visitors

CARAVANS FOR SALEWith your own static holiday home the tranquillity of Sandy Gulls is available

to you and your family whenever you want throughout the season.Contact Samantha for further information

Sandy Gulls provides a 35 pitch ADULTS ONLY touring park. Allpitches have uninterrupted sea views, electric/TV hook ups and free access toan excellent shower and toilet block.

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