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St. Mary’s Parish Church, Watton

wins Welcome Churches Award

Photo left to right: Charlie Houlder-Moat, Rt. Rev’d Graham James Bishop of Norwich, Rev’d Gerry Foster, Elaine Rodgers.

If you live or work in Watton then
you’ve probably visited the parish
church of St. Mary’s for a service, or
been to one of the many community
groups like Storybags mother and
toddler group on a Monday; perhaps
you’ve seen church members out and
about in town at the Memory Café or
visiting at one of the Aged Care
facilities. Maybe you’ve heard the bells
ringing on a Sunday or on the day of the
Royal Wedding last month.
Whatever connection you have with St.
Mary’s, you will most likely know that
the church and community is warm and
welcoming, dedicated to serving the
people of Watton.
Well, now it’s official! St. Mary’s has
won an award at the recent Welcoming
Churches initiative. Mystery visitors
visited around 40 churches around
Norfolk and evaluated each of them on
their welcome. On Saturday 16th June,
representatives from St. Mary’s were
presented with a “Highly Commended”
certificate by the Bishop of Norwich,
the Rt Rev’d Graham James, at
Norwich Cathedral.
The response has been tremendous,
with messages of congratulations
coming in thick and fast via St. Mary’s
Facebook page and in person. Everyone
is really pleased and the constructive
feedback from the visiting team has
shown St. Mary’s how they can
continue to improve their welcome even
further!
For more information on what’s on at
St. Mary’s see our website at
www.stmaryswatton.org or find us on
Facebook.

Watton Post Office Stow Bedon Coffee

I have been informed by Cllr Claire Bowes that
Breckland Council have received the following
update from Ken Penton, External Affairs
Manager at the Post Office
“I am pleased to be able to inform you that we
have an applicant for the vacant Postmaster role
in Watton. They have submitted a business plan,
which is now being considered by the Post Office.
If that is accepted the applicant will then be
interviewed by Post Office Ltd representatives to
assess whether they are suitable to be appointed
as a Postmaster. I will update you if this applicant
when I know how this process has gone”
In the meantime, I am pleased to be able to
inform you that that from today, we have
arranged for the Barnham Broom Postmaster to
operate a Mobile Post Office Counter Service
between 13.30 and 15.30 every Thursday in the
Watton Library car park.
Morning Result
What a most successful Coffee Morning held on
Saturday 7th July at the Queens Hall. At one
point all the tables were occupied.
The atmosphere and chatter were great, I am sure
the very warm weather, and the football match
scheduled for early afternoon, brought out our
supporters for an early shop, and a coffee. Our
thanks to the helpers Karen Fitch, Pam Morley,
Christine Stone, Bryan Leonard and Beryl
Warren, also to the cake makers, scone bakers and
to Barnies for donating the rolls.
A pleasing sum of £326:00 raised for Stow Bedon
Restoration Fund. A Big Thank You to all who
supported us on the day.
Stella Leonard, Stow Bedon PCC Secretary.
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earthquakes have devastated islands in the
A Quick Look Philippines. Thank goodness she is kinder to us
here, and all we have to cope with is a heat
Round wave.
From one sort of hot air to the kind that
By Orbiter permeates Westminster, where Brexit has
Here we are in August already – time flies faster dominated the proceedings, though whether any
and faster the longer we live, though perhaps as real progress towards our departure from the EU
we get older it just seems that way. has been made is very hard to tell, since even the
As usual the talking point of the month is the governing party members seem to be divided on
weather, and for once it really warrants special every point. Of course it is easy to criticise, but
mention, as rain has become a distant memory there are so many aspects that are beyond our
(though by the time these words reach you, general knowledge, that we must be grateful that
things surely will have changed) and Norfolk opposition opinions are being fully aired now,
has, like the rest of the U.K, begun to resemble rather than when it may be too late.
the Sahara desert. My personal sympathies must be with Mrs. May,
The last time I recall such a long period of drought who can be certain that she will be blamed for
was way back, probably as long ago as 1978, when anything that goes wrong in the next few years,
the great expanse of Graffham Water dried out to her fault or not.
reveal all the old houses that had been inundated in Looking round more locally, we are increasingly
the initial construction of the reservoir. being annoyed by people bumping into us while
Maybe it was in the same dry spell, when I was walking in the street engrossed in telephone
visiting Scotland, that the fast-flowing river Tay conversations on their mobiles. Not only are
was reduced to a trickle, leaving the banks with they a nuisance to others, but are dangers to
frustrated anglers sitting forlornly amongst their themselves as they have been seen colliding with
pieces of un-usable street furniture, such as lamp-posts, while the
equipment, their fishing extreme case recently was in London, where a
holiday a non-event. famous feature, The Rill, a narrow watercourse
But that’s British weather from London Bridge Station to Tower Bridge is
for you, never a dull to be bricked over because of careless phone
moment, though Mother users falling in! Perhaps these offenders should
Nature treats us more kindly be made subject to similar laws as motorists and
than many other countries. be charged with such offences as ‘Walking
The newspapers tell of the without due care and attention’ or simply
many lives lost in floods ‘Dangerous walking’.
in Japan, hundreds of My own feelings on the subject are, no doubt,
square miles of forest influenced by my being in the age group that
destroyed by fire in only came in contact with telephones in our
California, while places of work, or for emergencies the red
kiosks that were dotted around here and there, or
in certain shops which displayed, on a small
projecting blue sign, the words “You may
telephone from here”.
Now everyone will be aware that football took
centre stage recently, with the England team
being eliminated from the World Cup in the
semi-final by Croatia. In past years our exits
from the competition have triggered endless
criticisms from all sides, but this time it seems to
have been realised that to reach the semi-final
and to take the match into extra time was indeed
a wonderful performance, and although the
result disappointed the huge crowds watching all
over this country, the efforts of the team were
deservedly applauded.
Of course in every competition every contestant
except one, the winner, is disappointed, that is
the nature of things.
This World Cup demonstrated that football has
tended towards perfecting the art of defending,
as can be seen from the results, where only
rarely were matches settled by the difference of
more than one goal. Even sides containing the
acknowledged star forwards, such as Messi and
Ronaldo did not reach the semi-final round.
And for once there were no claims of bad
refereeing, and hardly was the new V.A.R.
system needed (where televised replays are
quickly viewed by a panel of experts watching in
a studio to adjudicate on tricky decisions).
One great boost for the clothing industry came
from the England manager’s personal attire,
which has initiated a great demand for
waistcoats. So it’s not only women who bow
down to the dictates of fashion. I think I will dig
out one of mine from the wardrobe and perhaps I
will be a la mode for the first time in fifty years!
Good afternoon.

French do. my middle daughter, staring at me

Swept Off “Don’t get carried away by that accent,
that’s nothing!” warned my eldest
knowingly, always the wise one.
“If we’re not keen on him . . . you

My Feet daughter, “You need someone to take

A Short Story by
Trisha Wellbrook ©
“What was he like, I mean was he nice
and kind, you know, a genuine person?”
“What’d he look like”
“Was he what you were expecting, you
know, like his blog?”
My daughters quizzed me relentlessly.
He was what I expected and wanted.
Quietly masculine, moved effortlessly,
smiled a lot. He was precisely my type,
in fact I would have fallen madly in love
with him had it lasted any longer.
“Yes, my Loves, he was perfect,
probably what I’ve been looking for –
‘The One’. Strangely enough, he wasn’t
a bit like your Dad . . . in many ways the
complete opposite! Ooh, how I miss your
Dad! We really did love each other, you
know that don’t you? Me and Dad were
like twins, although we didn’t look a bit
alike. We felt awkward without each
other. Oh I know we did lots of things on
our own, but . . . we always missed one
another. Anyway . . . Pierre, that’s his
name, swept me off my feet! He was
charming, exciting to be with . . . had a
lovely voice and oh! That accent! As
you’ve probably guessed, he was French.
He did smell faintly of garlic but all the
care of you, like Dad did, not to
‘romance’ you, it could all be an act!”
“Yes my Darling, I know what you’re
saying but, I was in another world. It
took me out of myself,” I explained,
“We talked a lot . . . about our families,
I told him all about you three. Talked
about our likes and dislikes, the
theatre, art, travel . . . in fact
everything under the sun! I found him
very interesting and I’m think he felt
the same way about me.”
“I’m sure he did, you are very interesting
Mum, you have an opinion on everything
and you are good to talk to.” Smiled my
middle daughter, encouragingly.
“Do you think . . . you might . . . have a
relationship with him?” ventured my
youngest daughter. Did I detect a hint of
anxiety in her voice?
“Oh goodness me! I can’t say at the
moment. It’s all new and sudden, like a
dream, almost. I might see him again
sometime, it depends whether he wants
to.”
“Play hard to get, Mum! Men love that,
gives them a challenge!” Stated my
eldest daughter, talking from
experience, having three guys in tow at
the moment!
“We’ll have to meet him . . . and let
you know what we think of him.” Said
know, if we get a funny feeling about
him, will you listen to us? You won’t
go off . . . I mean we’ve all got to be
happy, haven’t we? That’s what we
agreed after Dad passed away.” Cried
my youngest daughter, looking to her
elders for support, they nodded.
“Of course not, my Loves, I wouldn’t
do anything to hurt or upset you. I
promise. We’ve all got to be happy! It
was just a fantasy meeting, nothing
concrete, nothing permanent or serious.
There are plenty more fish in the sea!
But, do you know what . . . I’m not
fishing! It was just a ‘one off’. I
stopped and turned to their beautiful,
young, concerned faces, “Listen . . .
I’m quite happy as I am. I had a lovely
day out and it was so nice to breathe in
the sea air! Who’s hungry? Let’s go
and get some lunch!”
We walked along arm in arm chatting
and giggling, towards town. I didn’t
dare tell them that in fact I had sat on
the bench on the promenade at just
before the arranged time, two o’clock.
Whilst waiting and watching the rolling
sea and feeling the soothing warmth of
the sun . . . I had fallen asleep! When I
awoke I’d missed my ‘date’!
But what a wonderful dream I had
about someone called Pierre! We all
love to dream, don’t we?

Autumn Yoga Retreat 145th Wayland Agriculture

19-21 October
Hosted by susanyoga
A weekend to slow down and find a real sense of peace, an
opportunity to recharge and chill out a little before winter
as we transition from one season to another.
Staying at the stunning Briarfields Hotezl on the North
Norfolk Coast with luxury accommodation included all
surrounded by beautiful countryside and views of the sea!
Places limited. Contact Susan for further details on
07776 440542 or e mail
susanaberdeen07@gmail.com
Show Sunday 5th August
HORTICULTURE, COOKERY
AND CRAFT SECTIONS
A friendly, traditional competition open to everyone who grows their
own vegetables, makes their own preserves or produces anything listed
in the schedule of 52 classes. All of the 8 Sections have a first prize
valued at £30 including the main ‘Floral Display Class’ reflecting 100
years of the RAF. All entries just 50p per item. So why not come along
and give it a go Entry forms are available from ‘Wayland House’ and
on the show website: www.waylandshow.com Or telephone Sue
Thomas on 01953 881683
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Book Sale Success
What a scorcher! The recent Grand
Second Hand Book Sale at Thompson
Community Hall raised a staggering
£1,071.02, to be split between Thompson
and Griston churches, and Thompson
Community Hall. A HUGE THANK
YOU to everyone who helped us achieve
this: those who donated goods, those who
helped behind the scenes with all the
preparations, our fantastic volunteers who
manned the stalls in the blistering hot
weather, and everyone who helped clear
up at the end. An especial thank you of
course to all our customers. We could not
do this without you!
More help is needed to run these events.
If you can spare a couple of hours either
beforehand or on the day please do get in
touch. Many hands make light work.
Our next sale is on Saturday 22nd
September at Thompson Community
Hall. We hope to see you there. Thanks
again, Keith & Caroline 01953 880153.
St Ethelbert
finds a place on
a musical map
Musical notes made up from its
coordinates on an Ordnance
Survey map will mean the
church at Wretham will have a
special place in a musical
composition being made up by
a retired Cambridge lecturer
and music tutor.
Kevin Flanagan (right), a 65
year old who hails from News
Hampshire, USA, has been
teaching in Cambridge for
over 30 years after coming to
the UK on his marriage.
A professional musician and
session player with a leaning
to jazz, Kevin took time out to
get post graduate
qualifications and ended his
career teaching music at
Anglia Ruskin. He lives in
Hundon, Suffolk.
His speciality is the soprano
saxophone, made famous in
jazz by the late Sidney Bechet,
and it is this instrument he
used as he walked the Peddars
Way making a short recording
of notes in every church he
came across, each time using
the OS coordinates of the
building to find his notes.
His plan when the walk and
recordings – in a hand held
digital stereo recorder – are
made in all the churches, is to
turn them into a musical piece
where he can be backed by a
string quartet.
There is every chance he
could come back to Wretham
to play a concert in St
Ethelbert, including the very
special themes recorded on his
walk.

In your garden
With Lotta Potts
I don’t know what to say about August. At
the moment (mid-July for the deadline) it is
so dry and dusty it resembles a ‘normal’
August. We have had no rain since mid-
May. This seems unbelievable in England,
even in the driest of counties where we live.
There is hollow laughter in the old maxim
that English summers amounted to two hot
days and a thunderstorm. We are almost
upon St. Swithun (or St. Swithin) of
Winchester’s day when the forecast is
whatever it does on that day will last for
another forty. Whilst I realise it’s right in the
middle of the school holidays and the
children will want hot and sunny, I am
hoping for rain. It can rain just on my garden
if it likes, to keep those who like hot and
sunny happy. We had exhortations from
somebody at OFWAT not to use tap water on
the gardens. Save rainwater (rather out of
synch there) and use bath- shower- and
washing-up water. That’s good advice if you
ignore the fact that most new-builds in hard-
water areas have a softener built in. As most
softeners operate with salt it’s unusable on
gardens wherever you have saved it from.
Bad grammar but the strict version looks
worse. If you use soap, detergent, shampoo
etc in untreated water prolonged use will
result in a sticky build-up unless you can
reduce these items. Also try to avoid using
water that washed greasy pans. The next
threat will be a hosepipe ban. My thought on
this is that when the water suppliers stop the
leaks or at least make an obvious effort to do
so a hosepipe ban will be appropriate. When
all’s said and done we gardeners are probably
the most frugal users of water.
It’s quite surprising what thrives in August.
The late-flowering plants will shine, most of
them perennials that have had time to put
their roots down. Sedums do well with fleshy
stems and leaves that store water. They need
well-drained soil in the sun as do Perovskia
(Russian Sage) both the original tall species
that need support and the later variety Little
Spire. These have blue flowers along the
vertical stems with silvery leaves that are sage
-scented. Another plant that required well-
drained soil in the sun or light shade is
Japanese anemone in all its varieties, all
facing the same way towards the light. They
can take a while to settle then you find that
somehow they’ve moved to where they want
to grow not where you planted them. Once
settled they will keep going until October.
Fuchsias are wonderful value whether they
are the really hardy Riccartonii types used in
hedges in the West Country and large shrubs
elsewhere, ‘Hawkshead’ which is white and
pretty much bombproof or any of their
relatives or the annual blowsy types that bring
new varieties every year bearing larger and
larger flowers in upright or trailing varieties.
It is possible to keep these annual varieties
over winter by cutting back and keeping them
in trays of barely-moist compost in a frost-
free environment. I have tried several times
and my success rate has been small. Have a
go, nothing to lose and the feeling of victory
is almost as good as growing from seed.
As far as the lawn is concerned, basically
don’t touch it if the weather is hot and/or dry.
Whatever you do, don’t water or feed it.
Astonishingly the amount of water you can
get on to dry grass (unless you leave a
sprinkler on night and day) will not produce
the required result. Putting the sprinkler on is
just profligate. Grass will recover. It might
take a while but it will definitely come back.
You might have a few problems if the lawn
was laid or sown in late spring but as late
spring this year was very wet it should be
fine. If you are planning a new lawn this is
the time to start preparations by digging the
ground over and removing weeds,
particularly perennial weed roots.
Dandelions and ground elder roots will
survive so although you probably won’t be
seeding or turfing before September, now is
the time for soil preparation.
Dead-heading is ongoing and applies to any
plant that flowers. It’s been a wonderful year
for roses and the more dead flowers you
remove the longer the season. Dead-heading
heading annuals can be a bit tedious but is
worth it as they will keep going until first
frost. Let some seed to either grow on or
transplant next year for an early start. The
same applies to lupins and delphiniums. If
you don’t want to increase these remove the
flowering stems as soon as they are finished –
this should probably apply to July more than
August – and hopefully they will have a
smaller flush of flowers later in the year.
Where veg is concerned this year is going to
be a bit of a mystery. I have already dug
quite a few second early potatoes as I found
out that once the temperature hits 25c they
stop growing. No point in watering if all you
do is maybe keep the foliage going a bit
longer which might encourage blight. It’s
humid as well as hot mid-July, perfect blight
weather. The peas are not very good and I
read in the press that the crop will be poor this
year due to lack of rain. Even those on sale
have small pods, indicating that even the
farmers aren’t doing any better than the
gardeners. Worse, probably, as we can direct
water at them. The tomato plants are quite
forward including some from seed I didn’t
plant in among other crops. These must have
been in the compost bin so it will be
interesting to see what survived. A lot of fruit
should be ready this month and trees seem to
have heavy crops. I only had a small ‘June
drop’ this year on apples and pears so maybe
a mid-July cull might be appropriate. Other
fruit that should be ready in August are
peaches, apricots, nectarines, the last summer
-fruiting raspberries and the first autumn-
fruiting ones. The summer-fruiting ones
didn’t do too well so we shall see how the
autumn ones produce.
Now is the time for summer pruning fruit. As
the raspberries finish cut down the fruited
canes to 1” above the soil and tie in the new
canes to the support wires. This looks easy
on the page but to be honest I think the
autumn-fruiting ones are easier – just cut the
lot down to the ground in winter. The apples
generally should have any long straight
shoots growing out of the spurs removed and
any growing straight off the trunk should be
shortened to about 4”. The compact varieties
should be kept to a reachable height, usually
about 6ft. If you have fan-trained trees these
can be complicated regarding pruning but the
best advice is to keep them against the wall or
fence and tie in new shoots that fit the fan
shape. Any shoots growing straight out from
the fan should be removed and pinch out the
tips of shoots that are trying to escape.
Keep a lookout for pests and diseases,
particularly mildew which is a result of
drought in some plants. Roses and
honeysuckles suffer badly and if you don’t
want to spray then drench the ground
thoroughly, apply a high potash feed and
mulch generously. Do this again in spring
and prevention is better than cure. This
method is cheaper than chemicals that have to
be re-applied as the basic cause will still be
there. Annuals that have developed powdery
mildew can be pulled out.
Plant autumn-flowering bulbs and look out
for the hyacinth bulbs going on sale for
forcing for Christmas. No further comment!
Whatever the weather throws our way this
should be the month for slowing down a bit
on the hard work and enjoying the garden.
However, as always weather or no weather
they’ll be growing so keep weeding.
What’s on at St
Mary’s, Watton
Sun 29th July 10.30am Celebrate Norfolk
Day with “Songs of Praise” at St Mary’s
Church, Watton
Thursday 2nd August 10.00am Thursday
Chat a social coffee morning at St Mary’s
Church, all welcome
Friday 3rd August 2.15pm, and 7.15pm
Watton Community Cinema at St Mary’s
“Paddington 2”
Refreshment Café opens one hour prior to
screening. Tickets £5, available at the box
office on the day.
Sat18th August 12-4.00pm Family Fun Day
at St Mary’s Church, Green and Marquee.
Free entry, fun and games for all the family,
Messy Church Craft, children’s races. BBQ/
hot and cold drinks (all priced)
No Story Bags at St Mary’s Church during
August.
The July Winner of the 100 Club Draw was
number 88 Sybil Gant
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Afternoon Teas at All Song of the West
Saints Threxton End Waiters
We will be serving Afternoon Teas in the Church on Sunday 12th
August from 2p.m. to 4p.m. Do call in and enjoy some delicious The old codgers keep atroshin!
homebakes. We have a large selection of books for sale, just 50p (To the tune of Botany Bay or
each. Also a variety of other items for sale, plus a cake stall of
homebakes to take away. Please join us and help to raise funds to ‘Tooralay tooralay tooraly ay’)
improve facilities at the Church and for our tower restoration project. The prospect was daunting, the challenge severe.
To take out to Hickling a dose of good cheer,
Then drive 50 miles back and try not to scupper,
By being too weary the Inner Wheel supper.
At Thickthorn the lights fused just as we scraped
through,
At Hickling the meeting ran well overdue...
The show was delightful, our hosts were all stars,
And we raced back deserving a medal with bars!
(The old codgers can shift when they get in their
cars!)
Arriving at Beetley they said - first show ever -
“Our electric is off”, which was not very clever.
Our words were all naked, with no keyboard
cover,
But we found them a wonderful group to discover.
At Thetford the Methodists fancied a chuckle,
Nor minded the jokes that were near to the
knuckle,
Their welcome was warm and they all knew the
score,
And enjoyed all the things we presented — once
more!
We went to St.Mary’s - the tickets were sold -
We tried to be sprightly tho’ we’re getting old,
We sang and we sweltered, and gave of our best,
But the heat of the moment proved rather a test.
By Peter Cowling
Shipdham Knitters
Once Upon a Time
Festival
Shipdham Once Upon a Time Festival, organised
by Shipdham Knitters, included knitted scenes
depicting Nursery Rhymes, FairyTales and rural
life. It was held in All Saints Church on the 22nd-
24th June. Refreshments were available
throughout together with tombola, a book stall,
fishing game and other attractions. Through sales
and donations we now have well over £1,000 to
donate to local charities.
We would like to thank all those who helped and
contributed in any way whatsoever and visited
from near and far despite the diversions of lovely
weather and football. As a small villlage group we
have been overwhelmed by the compliments
received including the suggestion that we took the
show on tour. Needless to say the latter is unlikely
although we took some of the individual pieces to
Shipdham School Fete on 7th July to sell and they
may appear at other events for this purpose.
The group meets on the first Tuesday of each
month in the WI Hall and in All Saints Church on
the second Wednesday. We knit for and donate to
various local charities. For further information
please contact Kathy on 01362 820615.
John Brannan
“We lost a great man yesterday, as
husband, dad, grandad and friend,
you were always there when we
needed you” so wrote James Brannan
on June 19th, reflecting on the death
of his father, John.
These sentiments were echoed many
times as a large congregation
gathered at the Methodist Church to
celebrate the life of John Brannan.
The service, which followed private
cremation, was led by Rev. Barbara
Winner who outlined some of the
achievements of a man who settled
happily in Norfolk but who always
retained his Yorkshire heritage.
John was born in Huddersfield in
December 1933 the only son of
parents Elizabeth and Thomas. With
his sister Shirley, John grew up in
Almondsbury, passing the 11+ and
going on to enjoy especially, the
opportunities for cricket, football and
athletics which Almondsbury
Grammar school had to offer.
On leaving school John worked for
an optician and then as a designer of
fine Worsted suits for Saville Row. It
was, however, his spare time
activities as a Methodist Youth Club
Leader and in scouting which led
eventually to his chosen career and a
lifetime dedicated to working with
young people. A mutual involvement
in Youth work led to John’s marriage
to Beryl and together they took up
appointments in Gloucestershire,
Yorkshire and Lincolnshire before a
move to Watton where they made
their family home.
As Divisional Youth and Community
Officer for the Attleborough and
Watton District, John worked with
village Youth Clubs as well as
developing and expanding the Youth
Centre here in the town. His aim
throughout was to improve the
quality of life not just for young
people but for the community as a
whole. On the one hand, for example,
he was a school governor and an
assessor for the Duke of Edinburgh
Awards scheme leading expeditions
in this country and abroad, whilst on
the other hand he initiated the
location of the Breast Screening
Clinic at the Youth Centre and was a
member of the Wayland Prison
Review Committee. In 1984 John
became a Councillor and twice
served as Town Mayor.
Further contributions to the life of the
town included being a Trustee of
Watton in Relief Charity , working
with the Citizens’ Advice Bureau
and, with the late Richard Crabtree,
planning and organising the
wonderful Watton Carnivals.
Retirement brought opportunities for
John and Beryl to enjoy holidays at
home and abroad, gardening and
involvement with their family and
friends, all of whom have fond
memories of the times spent together.
In her tribute John’s elder daughter
Emma shared many memories of her
father’s life saying that if it were to
be summed up in three words, those
words would be ‘Family, dedication
and fun’. Family was always
paramount and she recalled the fun of
holidays and outings which involved
many adventures: some with scant
regard for the health and safety
regulations of today! Likewise, as
Helen, John’s younger daughter, read
memories from the grandchildren it
became clear that many of John’s
talents and interests have been passed
to the younger generation: he
encouraged Jack’s interest in
gardening, he loved to watch Meg’s
races, he helped Henry carve a
Hallowe’en pumpkin and then drove
all the way to Chelmsford to deliver
it when it was accidentally left
behind in Watton!
In recent years John has been dogged
by ill-health but his interest in his
family and in his adopted home town
remained and he never completely
lost his sense of humour. Watton has
much to thank John Brannan for and
there are many who have good
reason to be grateful to him and will
endorse James’ words ‘We will miss
you, and always remember you for
the man you were.’
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Wayland Mens
Shed
Church Walk - Watton, IP25 6ET
Phew! Is it hot or what, for myself and
my wife we both like the warm sunny
weather but even I have to admit I’m
beginning to wilt this year and its taken
me a while to get my old brain into
gear to write this coming months
article. Whilst on this subject I would
like to state that my admiration goes
out to Ian Taylor our Garden
Supervisor, Shuan & other members
who have worked so hard to try and get
our garden area ready for us to use by
working in this baking weather, they
have had a set back or two having lost
the donation of materials but we are on
the case and should be back on target
in a few days, keep up the good work
guys!
I must not forget a big thank you to one
of the residends adjoining our building
in Lime Tree Walk, for her donation of
Paving Slabs, these will be very useful
in our garden.
It is my intention once our garden is
finished to invite the residents of Lime
Tree Walk to visit our garden one
afternoon for Tea and Cake, this has
been my goal since we started on the
garden and with luck I’m hoping that
will be some time in August . . . this
year!
Whilst on the subject of gardens our
workshop chaps under the supervision
of Dave Gambrell have completed and
delivered the “Raised Flower Bed
Frames” they made for the Sensory
Garden at Wayland House, I haven’t
heard from anyone but im told they are
doing the job well, I would take the
opportunity to thank VPH Roofing for
the donation of old scaffold boards we
used for the frames.
A thank you to our member Brian
Lawrence who took up the challenge to
put together a “Cat Kennel” for a local
resident with a stray cat, his efforts
were awarded with a nice donation
towards our funds, Thank You Brian.
Our Computer Team as always work
hard and bring in regular donations
from repairing and refurbishing
Computers and Lap Tops as well as
recycling old computer parts and
metals well done Jeff and Team.
As well as all this going on WMS have
been out and about Wednesday 20th of
June was our Local STANTA Battle
Area Tour with a Coach full of
members and friends being escorted
around this vast area of fenced off
countryside on our door step, it was
interesting to see the various mock ups
of different types and styles of
Watton Rotary Roundup
As presaged in last month’s Rotary
Roundup, at the end of the last meeting
of June Martin Parker handed the
symbols of presidency to Dr Mike
Harvey and in return Martin received an
illuminated Certificate of Service. It is
Dr Mike’s 2nd term as President of the
Watton Rotary Club, having been the
incumbent for the 2010/11 Rotary year.
Mike presented the vice-president’s
pendant to Peter Cowling, who will
assume chairmanship of the Club
Committee.
Plans for this Rotary year include the
usual Jazz Nights in October and
March, the Big Quiz also in March, and
the first-ever Umbrella Festival this
Buildings and Fortifications that our
troops would encounter in various
foreign countries throughout the world
during their tour of duty, and hopefully
their experiences on STANTA would
keep them safe and bring them home.
Thanks To “Salec Travel” for the
Coach and driver, and to Lt Col (Retd)
Anthony Powell for his tour and
commentary.
Sunday 1st July was our visit to
Whitwell and Reepham Open Steam
Museum, 25 of us attended, we started
with a tour of the station and its
buildings then Roast Lunch, followed
by a short train Ride up the track, some
relaxation and an ice cream, a very
interesting day and its well worth a visit.
An enormous amount of hard work is
put into running the museum by the
volunteers to keep improving the
buildings and renovating the trains, Give
it a look its worth it. Wednesday 4th
July some of our members went to
Blakney for a walk about and the
opportunity to do some photography,
everyone enjoyed the day, and a pint or
September. This initiative is now
building up to be something rather quite
different and rather special - already a
second bulk supply of white umbrellas
has been ordered. A report from the
organising committee is published
elsewhere in this edition; suffice to say
an important date to remember is 1st
September, the closing date for
completed entry forms - there is one
with each umbrella purchased.
Further information about the
Umbrellas Festival and other
forthcoming, and past, events can be
found on our website:
www.wattonrotary.org.uk.
Martin Anscombe
two so im told!
Well it had to happen didn’t it ! Friday
6th july “QUIZ & Chips” as popular as
ever another full house, what can I say it
always goes down well, This as with
most of our outings and events was
organised by our Social Secretary Mr
Malcolm Trayhorn. Thank you
Malcolm.
Following our AGM we have now
revised our opening times and added
another opening day as follows:
Monday and Wednesdays 9.30am to
1pm, Fridays: 10am to 1pm and
Saturdays: 10am to 1pm * on Fridays
and Saturdays our Computer group will
be open for business, If you have any
old computers you don’t want or want
one repaired bring it along and see the
lads. As usual the kettle is always on,
visitor are always welcome so pop in for
a cuppa and a chat no obligation to join
if you don’t want to. Any enquiries
please give me a call or email.
Cheers for Now, Richard, The Chair.
Tel:01953 881004. Or E mail:
waylandmensshed@gmail.com
Watton
Evening W I
We know Summer is definitely with us
when the Elderflowers are in bloom
and Elderflower cordial is being
sipped. This was the case at our
Resolution & Social Meeting in May.
To start the proceedings refreshments
and wine or cordial was served
followed by the usual announcements,
a quiz and then the Resolution was
outlined – this year on the subject of
Mental Health. This evoked much
discussion with some members
relaying their own experiences of this
diverse subject. The meeting passed
the Resolution and our vote was taken
to the National Meeting. This is the
100th year of WI Resolutions and this
year 69 subjects were proposed and
then a panel whittled these down. Over
the years 750 Resolutions have been
passed on varied subjects, the first of
these was on poor housing.
A bouquet of flowers was presented to
Pat Kilday at the meeting to wish her
well after her accident. It was lovely to
see she is on the road to recovery.
There was also a lighter side to the
activities during May ranging from
Lunch Club at The Chequers
Thompson, Ten Pin Bowling, Cinema
Group, Craft Morning, Walking Group
to Merton. May also saw the start of
the new Secret Pudding Club. The
venue remains a secret until the
morning of the event and those that
attended consumed delicious desserts
at the Kings Arms, Watton. Wonder
where the next secret location will be?
The June meeting took on a different
feel when we were transported back
100 years to 1918, the end of World
War I as Members wore a varied range
of costumes of the
time. A competition
where the Members
voted on the best
dressed was won by
Pat Kilday suitably
attired as an engineer,
2nd place was Helen
Daly in true
Suffragette guise and
3rd place Mary
Waterfield as a maid
complete with mop
cap.
A small exhibition of
Member’s
commemorative items
was also on display.
After the usual
notices, the meeting
adjourned to another
room where tables had been decorated
with knitted poppies, and flags,
banners decorated the walls. The
poppies were sold and donations are to
be given to the British Legion. A
typical meal of the time was served to
the members by the Committee.
Family stories were recalled of this
special period. A singalong was held
and 2 bursaries were awarded to
commemorate this special anniversary
to Hazel Gillingham and Pauline Lister
in order for them to enjoy an
educational course of their choice. A
brilliant evening was had by all. In
addition to this fantastic meeting other
groups have met during this month –
the Craft Group met for 2 sessions,
Lunch Club met at Broom Hall,
Watton Cinema held at St Mary’s
Church where the film was ‘The
Darkest Hour’. Members eagerly await
the secret venue of the Pudding Club .
If that wasn’t enough – we wish to
congratulate those gifted Members
who entered the Royal Norfolk Show
in the individual categories and those
who produced our entry in the WI
exhibit where we were placed 4th.
A coach outing to Bradenham Hall
Gardens was organized where
members and partners were able to
enjoy a guided tour by the owners
culminating with tea/coffee and cake
in the tearoom or on the patio in the
beautiful sunshine. This was a
delightful garden and the arboretum
was impressive.
Should you wish to join us as a guest
or wish to find out more please contact
our Secretary, Carol Robeson on
01953 881006 who will be happy to
speak to you.
Pictured Jean Hall, Alison Parker,
Helen Daly, Hazel Gillingham

Watton Country
Market
Another busy month at your local Country
Market! We never know who is going to
call in for their weekly treat of one of our
specialities! (Pictured Right)
We are often asked ‘What are Country
Markets?’ Country Markets are co-operative
social enterprises originally established in
1919. There are over 400 Country Markets
across England, Wales and the Channel
Islands.
They provide a retail outlet for high-quality,
home-made, home-grown and hand-crafted
produce and an opportunity for individual
producers to profit from their skills. We are
actively recruiting new Members so if you
are interested in becoming a producer please
call in and speak to Linda, our Market
Manager who will be able to explain all
about Membership. If you have not yet
shopped with us, why not call in and check
out our range of locally produced baked
goods, savouries, preserves, honey, eggs,
produce, plants and crafts. We can cater for
special dietary requirements and all our food
producers hold a current Certificate in Food
Hygiene. Come and find us at the Christian
Community Centre, every Wednesday
morning 8.30am – 11.30am, we will be
looking forward to seeing you.

Museum Hosts
Centenary Baton
Relay
On Thursday, Museum 4 Watton was proud to host the
RAF 100 Baton Relay on its penultimate day in the
region. The Baton came from the Norfolk show via the
Blenheim Centre which caters for RAF families in
Watton. It was accompanied on its journey by the
Watton Brownies.
Museum 4 Watton currently has a special exhibition to
celebrate the centenary of the RAF and the town's past
and present links to the RAF.
The event was brilliantly attended and Mayor Tina
Kidell, received the Baton from a young resident who’s
father is serving in the RAF. The event was pleased to
welcome serving airmen and officers including Wing
Commander Marr representing the Station Commander
from RAF Marham alongside veterans. The museum
trustees view this event as a very special honour, in
their first year of opening and a real chance to say
thank you to the local military community for their
service.
A representative of the trustees said “We wish the RAF
Baton relay every success as it continues its journey.”.
The RAF 100 special exhibition will remain on view in
the Museum until September.
The museum, which opened in mid – March has
already had over 1800 visitors and is proving popular
with locals and visitors alike.
The museum may be contacted at 01953 797060 or
info@museumforwatton.org.uk.
Pictured right is Wing Commander Marr and Watton
Mayor Tina Kidell with the baton.

uses the same cross on their badge.

Great Hockham
Gardening Club
On Wednesday July 11th we visited
Walnut Tree Garden Nursery, at
Rocklands NR17 1BP – this was
attended by 6 members, numbers were
low because we had to change from the
planned visit to Mill Farm, Wendling -
due to ill health of the host. We had a
tour round their garden which was still
magnificent – despite the heat and
drought conditions. Wonderful
herbaceous beds with tall colourful
plants attracting an abundance of insects
against a tree background.
The Nursery is stocked with many
unusual plants all in a fantastic condition
despite the drought. The owner, Jim
Paine has a wealth of knowledge which
he is only to happy to share and has
wonderful advice to give. We all agreed
that his Nursery is a hidden gem which is
well worth the finding!
Interested in joining our Club? Need
more information? - check out our
website, or give me a call.
The membership fee is only £10 per year
and there are many discounts and
advantages to being a member. We meet
on the 2nd Wednesday every month.
AGM on Wed 12th September – The
best time to join! Jane Dalton
(Programme Secretary GHGC) 01953
498694
Website:greathockhamgardeningclub.org
.uk
WEDNESDAY 8th AUGUST
SUMMER SOCIAL Plus - Walk to see
the oldest Oak tree in the village Venue -
Overton House, Harling Rd, Gt.
Hockham IP24 1NT Time – 2pm
MEMBERS – FREE. VISITORS - £5
The Knights
Hospitallers
Who Were They?
On a fine June evening in the Parish
Church of St. Peter and St. Paul,
Carbrooke, Helen Riley enlightened a good
audience of Watton Society members on
who the Knights Hospitallers were and
their connections with Carbrooke Church.
In a field near the Church can be seen the
remains of the ‘Commandery’ where a
group of the Knights were based, collecting
alms for the care and shelter of pilgrims to
Jerusalem, and doing good work in the
community. The Hospitallers were formed
in 1099 in Jerusalem as The Knights
Hospitallers of the Order of St. John of
Jerusalem, and were based in various areas
before they effectively ceased to exist in
England in the reign of Queen Elizabeth
the First. However the modern St. John
Ambulance is their direct descendant and
The Watton Society now has outside visits
during the summer and will meet again in
the Watton Christian Community Centre at
7.45 pm on Wednesday, September 19th
for a talk by Mark Reynolds entitled My
Life in Cartoons.
Watton U3A
Last month we were entertained by
Malcolm and Elizabeth Ecclestone who
perform as Chanters Jigge. They brought to
our meeting a large range of instruments
including a hurdy gurdy, English pipes, an
early clarinet and several different
recorders. They played ten pieces of music
taking us through five centuries including a
variety of tunes ranging from a 16C lively
circle dance, a Russian folk tune to a
traditional Irish jig using ancient,
traditional and modern musical
instruments. The members were
encouraged to join in choruses and to clap
and stamp their feet in time to the tunes.
After their performance the U3A members
had the opportunity to examine the musical
instruments and learn a bit more about their
history. Chanters Jigge are a very talented
pair of musicians who kept us well
entertained.
Next month the speaker will be from
Welney Wetland Centre. The No 1 pub
lunch group will be visiting The Chequers
at Thompson on Thursday 9 August.
The No 2 pub lunch group will be visiting
The Waggon and Horses on Tuesday 31
July.
Please contact our Membership Secretary,
Jacqui Cummings 01953 881716, if you
would like to become a member of the
Watton U3A, or would like further
details. For further details on the
National U3A, see www.u3a.org.uk
The Wayland News August 2018 Page 8

Attleborough Teacher Has

Got the Brecks Factor!
27 year old teacher Josh Johnson from
Attleborough beat off the opposition in the final of
the Brecks Factor and will be performing at the
Summer Variety Shows at Melsop Farm Park
every Saturday at 6.30pm through the Summer
Holidays
Josh was first encouraged to sing as a student at
Attleborough High School and his first time on
stage was in the High School's production of
Grease. After school he joined the Attleborough
Players where his first part was playing Abanaza in
Aladdin and since then he has gone from strength
to strength.
As a part of his prize, Josh will be singing songs
from the Jersey Boys at Melsop Farm Park's
unique theatre as a guest performer in the Summer
Variety Shows. The shows are the perfect
evening's entertainment for all the family. With a
spectacular show featuring singers, dancers, mind
blowing illusions and of course Melsop favourites,
Alex Morley and Robbie James, who with their all
new comedy routines, make the perfect recipe for a
hit show!
As well as the show itself admission includes full
access to the Farm Park and the indoor soft play
and the outdoor play areas. There will be a fully
licensed bar and delicious BBQ food available
during the interval and at the end of every
performance.
Tickets are priced at only £12 for adults and £10
for children and available online at
www.melsopfarmpark.co.uk or by calling the
Melsop Theatre box office on 01953 665001.

The Ovington Crower Watton Twinning Association

By Boy Sid
Thas bin a bit on tha warm side jist leartly hentit,
bet orl yore warta buts is gittin low, mine hev orl
run owt, hevvin tew hull tha barth warta on thar
teartas now. Mind yew orl tha veggies are dewin
orl rite ‘spite of tha drowt, ware hed runna beans,
peas, teartas an shell sune hev sum termartas.
So we hent starving yit.
Tha marsta he say tew me “Sid” he say “Betta git
tha ole combine owt tha shid an grease har up, cos
the 15 aerca barley hev cum on sharpish, an we
cud start on har by tha weekend” He allus dew
that, carnt start on tha Mundi, hefta dew it on Satdi
so I hent thar fer a gearm o cricket in tha
arternune, okkud ole tewl. Horry sed “Dunt yew
git orl worrit Sid, I’ll hev a goo at him”
Wot he say tew tha marsta, I hent sartin, but he
cum up tew me an he say “Betta leave thar fild for
a few more dearze Sid, I hev hed a corl from tha
corn marchent an he rekkun heeze hed a luk an
thet hent reddy yit, so weed betta gi it bit longer.”
I bet heel leeve it fer a wik an decide thas fit fer
the nex Satdi, wen we shud be playin away at
Hingham. Carnt win wi him.
Hed anutha Cowncil meetin larst wik, an tha ole
chair mawtha wos a bit put owt cos no end o tha
public tarned up, an she dint want enny argiments
cos she know how peepal kin git orl riled up wen
she lay down tha lore. Thar wos gittin yewsed tew
har ways an thar dint say a lot an allus arsked har
fer parmisshun tew speke wen thar did. So tha
meetin wos sune oova and thare wos time fer me
an Horry tew get down tha pub afore cloosin time.
Cos Horry hev ronoova his bike wi tha tracter, we
worlked up tha rood an we coont help seein tha
owld beet wos lukkin
a bit tha wus fer ware cossa tha drowt. Horry he
say, “Cor blarst Sid, dew yew ‘member tha
hunnert o times we went choppin owt in thet 25
earca, thas afore thar bort in thet monogamous
seed” “Yis” I say “Thet grew orlrite but go ter hell
dint thet hev sum stoons innit, hed tew sharpin tha
hoo arta every row” “Thas rite” he say “Dew yew
no I haddta git a new file from Mr Joones evra
year cos Cloddy allus yewsed ter borrer me filet
an nivva giv it back, I bet heeze got a shud full o
my tewls” “Bit leart tew git ‘em back now Horry,
cos heeze bin gone this five year”
We did git down tha pub wentchwelly an tha tork
wos orl abowt this owld boy from ‘Merica wos
ginin us orl thet skwit abowt tha Brexit an how we
shud dew it his way, boy Gibby he got on his
hihorse an sez we orta put him on an aerplane an
send him home. But Horry sez hoose gonna pay
tha feare, cos I hent. Tha Lanlord wos pourin pints
like thar wos a beer rashun cumin up, but hed wun
hell of a grin on his dile, he no wen heeze on a
winna, arta tha werld cup, I rekkun heeze gittin ni
on tha gret ole holday fer learta thar year.
I tell yew wot thet tuk a lot longa tew git hoom
than it did ter git down tha pub. My missus
wunt best pleased eetha.
Jis a thort, kip yor hands orf otha wimmin if
yew’gor wun of yore own. An dew yew kip a
troshin.
See yew sune, Boy Sid
On July 8th we held our Annual Cream
Tea & Quiz afternoon. It was a great
pleasure for us to welcome Watton
Town Mayor Tina Kiddell., her lovely
Mum and Deputy Mayor Pat Warwick
and Rob her husband along with other
Town Councillors and of course our
members and friends to what was a very
sunny and hot afternoon of enjoyment
with lots of scones, jam, cream and
strawberries and quizzing fun.
Our next event will be at the Watton
Carnival in September where we shall
have a Tombola Stall and Pick- A-Peg
board. Come and see us and try your
luck.
We have a young Weeze family with 2
children a boy and girl who would like
to twin with a young family in Watton
or one of the surrounding villages. If you
or anyone you know would be interested
Bradenham
and District
Horticultural
Society
And you never thought you would
welcome the rain… Our gardens are
looking distinctly dry with yellow
lawns and drooping shrubs, however
watered pots are a riot of colour and
tomatoes, chillies, melons and
cucumbers flourish in the heat.
On Thursday July 19th we had a real
treat: a visit to Dale Farm Gardens in
Dereham. This hidden treasure
included refreshments and many of
us came away inspired.
The sight of butterflies in the garden
is always a delight, so keep
Thursday August 16th free in your
diaries when Dr Ian Bedford will
give a talk on what to grow for their
benefit.
Our September Autumn Show will
have many categories for non-
in hosting this family please let me
know by 'phone or e.mail for more
information.
If you are interested in joining us and
making a link with a German family in
Weeze or just becoming a member to
meet our other members socially please
contact me by telephone or email below
for a chat and more information
Twinning membership is just £10 per
year for a family and £7 for a single
adult. We hold 5 or 6 events a year some
to just socialize together and others such
as a Cream Tea, Carnival and
Oktoberfest to raise funds for when our
Weeze friends come to Watton, always a
most enjoyable time whether you have
guests staying with you or just joining
in. Tel:- 01953 883317 or
magsdevine@tiscali.co.uk
Margaret Devine (Chair)
members, so you can enter any or all
of the following:
4 white potatoes, 4 coloured
potatoes, 1 longest runner bean, 6
ripe tomatoes, 1 trug of mixed
vegetables, 4 dessert apples,
miniature garden 30x10cm (age 6-
10), miniature garden 30x10cm (age
11-14), 1 flowering pelargonium, 1
vase of 5 flower stems or 1 single
flower stem ( not already named), 5
single fuschia heads on a plate, jar of
home-made fruit chutney or jelly,
any piece of craft jewellery, craft
collage unframed max 15x15cm
IT`S YOUR SHOW, SO HAVE A
GO!
Future dates (all free to members &
£1.00 to non-members): Thursday
August 16th Dr Ian Bedford on
Butterfly Gardening; Saturday
September 1st AUTUMN SHOW;
Look out for our updates on
Facebook at Bradenham Community
Hub
Marianne Kilmartin, Chairman
01362 820744
Laurene Henderson Publicity Officer
01362 821164 / 07942 820590
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Watton Churches Together - August Royal British Legion the Menin Gate on the 8th August, bearing contact Helen Daly on 01953 885124 or e-
St. Mary’s Church, Watton their branch standard and a wreath. mail:
www.stmaryswatton.org
to be represented at WW1 They will join more than 2,200 other wattondistrict.secretary@rbl.community
Follow us @StMarysWatton commemorations in Belgium Legion representatives and dignitaries,
If I can be of help to you please do not hesitate to contact me, Members of the Watton & District branch including Civic and military guests from
on 01953 881439, I shall be available at church on Tuesdays of The Royal British Legion are to join the UK, Commonwealth and Northern
between 10.30am and 12 noon - Gerry Foster thousands on a pilgrimage of Europe who are taking part. Once at the
Open for Visitors Wednesday 10.30-3.00pm Remembrance to World War One Menin Gate, KC will lay a wreath on
Thursday 10-12.30pm. battlefield that culminates in a parade and behalf of the Watton community.
1st, 3rd & 4th Wednesday at 9.30am Holy Communion ceremony in Ypres as part of the end of Helen Daly (Secretary) of the Watton &
2nd Wednesday Morning Worship the First World War centenary District Branch of The Royal British Legion,
Thursdays 5.00pm - 5.30pm Parish Prayers commemorations this August. comments: “Great Pilgrimage 90 is a unique
Saturdays 9.30am - 10.00am Parish Prayers The Royal British Legion event, known as opportunity for the Legion community to
5.00pm - 6.00pm Prayer & Praise Great Pilgrimage 90 (GP90), takes place come together and bear our Standards along
Sundays 10.00am-11.30am ADventure-free for 0-16 yr between the 5th and 9th of August and will the same route in Ypres taken 90 years
Term time only be one of the largest in the charity’s history. earlier by the veterans and widows of the
Breakfast - Crafts - Games - Faith in Jesus Teaching GP90 will mark 90 years since the original First World War. The Watton & District
Church Office opens Tues, Wed & Thurs 9am-1pm Royal British Legion Pilgrimage in 1928, Branch looks forward to proudly
Tel: 01953 881252 email:wattonchurch@gmail.com which saw 11,000 World War One representing Watton at the event.”
Sun 5th 8.00am Holy Communion veterans and war widows visit the As local champions of Remembrance, the
10.00am Confirmation & renewal of battlefields of the Somme in France and Watton & District Branch of The Royal
Baptismal Vows with Bishop Tony Foottit Ypres in Belgium, a decade after the British Legion is looking to work in
Sun 12th 8.00am Holy Communion conflict ended. partnership with their community to bring
10.00am Informal Holy Communion That Pilgrimage culminated in a march their unique Remembrance message to the
Sun 19th 8.00am Holy Communion through Ypres to the Commonwealth War Menin Gate, on their wreath, where it will be
10.00am Holy Communion Grave Commission’s Menin Gate Memorial displayed in a wreath installation for viewing
2.30pm Café Stop at the Blenheim Centre for a ceremony to commemorate the launch by the general public until the end of August.
Sun 26th 8.00am Holy Communion of The Hundred Days Offensive and in The parade will start at midday and we
10.00am 4th Sunday at 10 remembrance of those who never returned. encourage the public to make the trip across
12 noon Holy Baptism Local Legion members, John Daly and to Ypres for the 8th August and fill the
K.C. Jones will represent the Watton & Market Square to watch the parade, One
Watton Methodist Church District Branch and the local community Hundred Days ceremony and then enjoy an
www.wattonmethodist.btck.co.uk at the event, as Standard Bearer and afternoon of musical entertainment including
Every Wednesday the Church is open for quiet reflection and The Central Band of the Royal British
Wreath Layer respectively.
prayer between 10.15am & 11.30am. It’s your quiet place. John and KC will tour some of the same Legion.
At 10.30am there is a half-hour Midweek Service in the Large If you want to find out more about GP90 or
battlefields and cemeteries visited by those
Vestry led by the Minister or a Church Member. your local Royal British Legion branch, then
on the 1928 Pilgrimage, before marching
Sun 5th 10.30am Rev A King please visit www.watton-legion.org or
along the original route through Ypres, to
6.30pm Mrs S Parfitt
Sun 12th 10.30am Mr R Cunningham
6.30pm Revd B Trinder
Sun 19th 10.30am Miss J Woor OVINGTON'S 3RD WACKY Ovington Wacky
6.00pm Circuit Songs of Praise at
Watton Methodist Church
Sun 26th 10.30am Section Service at Saham Hill
CART GRAVITY RACE. Scrappy Gravity Race
The race will take place on a closed part of Church Road,
6.30pm Mr & Mrs P Cook ON SUNDAY 12th AUGUST Ovington with the finish line at the Village Hall on Sunday
Roman Catholic Community 12th August. Teams will arrive between 11.30 to 12 noon.
Each Sat 5.30pm Mass at Watton Methodist Church
FIRST RACE AT 1PM
BUILD YOUR CART NOW, with timed races between 13.00 and 14.00 followed by
St. Nicholas’ Church, Ashill awards. Ovington Village Hall will be joining in the fun. So
RULES AND ENTRY FORM ON THE WEB SITE
Sun 5th 10.00am Lay Led Worship & Sunday Funday please bring a few pounds with you to support them. There
Sun 12th 9.30am Family Holy Communion www.ovington.org.uk will be a 'Terrific Totes' competition, tombola etc. and BBQ
Sun 19th 9.30am Morning Worship BBQ at 12 noon other refreshments from 11am and refreshments will be available.
Sun 26th 9.30am Holy Communion OR JUST COME AND WATCH THE FUN
St. George’s Church, Saham Toney
Sun 5th 11.00am Lay Led Worship Shipdham and District
Sun 12th 11.00am Family Holy Communion Fountain of Life Church
Sun 19th
Sun 26th
11.00am All Age Worship
11.00am Holy Communion
The Well Christian Centre, Swaffham Road, Book Group
Ashill IP25 7BT Telephone 01760 441 902 The Book discussed on 20th June was Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by
Gail Honeyman. Eleanor lives a strange limited life. She has scars on her face
S.S. Peter & Paul’s Church, Carbrooke Sunday Services and hands on which she wears white gloves, eats the same meal every night,
Sun 5th No Service the congregation will be attending
Confirmation Service at St Mary’s 5th August at 10am 12th August at 10am has her sandwiches at work on her own and at weekends drinks vast quantities
Sun 12th 10.30am All Age Worship 19th August at 10am 26th August 10am of vodka and eats frozen pizza. She has phone chats with ‘Mummy’. Things
Sun 19th 10.30am Holy Communion change when she meets Raymond, the untidy, clumsy IT man from her graphic
design office. Eleanor and Raymond save Sammy an elderly man who has
Sun 26th 10.30am Lay Led Worship
St John the Evangelist Church, Ovington
All Saints Church, Threxton fallen on the pavement. They visit him in hospital and thus three lonely people
become friends. Gradually we learn of Eleanor’s strange, somewhat horrific
Sun 5th9.30am Holy Communion Our next service at All Saints Church Threxton childhood and early years. Thus we begin to understand a possible reason for
Sun 12th 10.30am All Age Worship will be on Sunday 5th August at 10.30 a.m. her persona and life Eleanor begins to move on.
Sun 26th 6.00pm Hymns for a Summer Evening A warm welcome to all This book inspired an interesting discussion with varying views. Some disliked
it intensely while others were gripped by it. Even those who disliked it agreed
that it was well written and an unusual choice of central character. We
discussed the question of ‘nature or nurture’ with no conclusion; debated
whether Eleanor is within the autistic spectrum, possibly Asperges, agreeing,
almost certainly; admired the device of using her meetings with a counsellor to
tell the disturbing story and felt it was sad with a few glimmers of humour. It
was felt that there was hope for Eleanor by the end with promotion at work and
more social interchange.
The book for July’s meeting is Bad Blood by Lorna Sage. Sue Hart

Norfolk Wildlife Trust

Breckland Local Group
We had a very interesting walk and exploration of holes in the ground on
Knettishall Heath with Tim Holt-Wilson. He is so very knowledgeable on
geology and can put that information across so well to his audience.
On Sunday 19th August we are having a tour of the Animal Care Centre and
College Water Meadows at Easton and Otley College led by Glyn Evans. As
usual it starts at 10am until about noon.
Meet at the Michael Gamble Centre for Animal Studies, Easton College, NR9
5GA Cost is £2 members £3 non-members Booking essential 01953 717227
Due to the nature of this walk please leave dogs at home.
The Wayland News August 2018 Page 10
Mayors Musings
Cllr Tina Kidell
I hope as you read this that the sun is
still shinning. What an amazing
summer so far. It makes you want to
get out and about, and with all that we
have going on in Watton and the
surrounding villages you are not short
of things to do.
I hope some of you popped along to see
the open gardens and yard sale that the
council organised on the 30th june and
1st July. The idea was brought to
council by Rita and Keith Gilbert, I
asked if we could tag yard sales on to it
and hey presto we had a good weekend,
it was certainly organised quite quickly,
we learnt a lot and I can promise this
will be a yearly event and it will grow.
What struck me as I wondered around
town over the two days was how united
everyone was, it was an amazing
atmosphere, people were keen on
making this new venture work, it goes
to show what can be achieved when we
all pull together in the same direction.
You often see a lot of negative
comments on Facebook and social
media about things that our small
council have no jurisdiction over, we
too get just as frustrated. We do pass to
the relevant people all complaints and
trust me when I say I personally do not
give up when there is a problem that
needs sorting.
I feel my twice monthly stall in the
market is going well and im certainly
listening to many of your grips groans
and indeed lots of praise too, it helps
me when I go to council to point out
areas that need attention. The overall
feeling, I get is that Watton is a good
and very friendly town and people are
willing to help each other. One thing
id like to say though is that
sometimes people forget that the
elderly population of Watton are not
necessarily on social media, we must
remember that, which is one of the
reasons I like to show my face in
town, to speak face to face and to
share events that they might not
necessarily see in any other way, so if
you have an elderly neighbour please
can you share anything that you
might see on social media, there is a
lot happening in town for all ages. I
wouldn’t want anyone to miss out on
anything because they are not
computer able.
Lots of People ask me what does a
mayor do? In fact, quite a lot is the
answer, I chair the meetings, and try
to raise as much money as I can for
my two chosen charities which as you
all know is THE SPORTS CENTRE
and THE DAISY PROGRAMME, I
also must represent Watton at many
different events, which contrary to
popular belief are not an excuse to go
out and have fun but are an
opportunity to raise Watton’s profile
in the grand scheme of things. It is
my hope to bring Watton back to the
map as we all know that in recent
years we have become invisible to
investment and infrastructure. In my
own small way, I am trying to get our
voices heard.
Back to local events, please keep your
eyes and ears open as there will be a
lot coming up over the next few
months including my charity ball at
the sports centre on the 15th
September, tickets are on sale at
Adcock’s, the sports centre, myself,
and the town hall They are £17.50
and doubles up as a raffle ticket for a
bottle of Bollinger and you get a hog
roast too, lots of raffle prizes and an
Auction with some truly amazing
prizes. We have been incredibly
lucky to have ABEL HOMES
sponsor the event with £1000 this will
boost the charities funds a lot. As I
write this ive just found out another
prize to bid for …... a ride in a
vintage lotus 7… also a helicopter
flight, ill also be offering a guided
tour of London’s Christmas lights in
my London black cab for up to 5
people…. there are too many prizes to
list, you need to buy a ticket to bid on
these items, so hurry before they all
go, it’ll be a night to remember.
Till next time have a good few weeks,
and remember, come and say hi on
the market.
Tina Kiddell, Mayor Of Watton
Rotary Umbrella
Festival
As announced in June, Watton Rotary Club
are holding a Rotary Umbrella Festival in July
-August, when plain white umbrellas can be
purchased for £10 to be decorated however
you wish and then entered ( before 31 August )
into the Festival on Saturday 15 September
between 10.00 am and 4.00pm at Watton
Christian Community Centre (WCCC), where
the public will choose the 2 winners in Junior
and Adult categories , the winners will be
announced at a Cheese & Wine Evening at the
same venue at 6.00-8.00pm the same day.
All proceeds will be donated to Prostate
Cancer UK and other local Rotary Charities.
Umbrellas can be purchased from either of the
following: Ivan Chubbock Garage Services,
Shipdham IP25 7RR Monday-Friday 08.30am
to 5.30pm. Bowles & Walker, Breckland
Business Park, Watton IP25 6UP Monday-
Thursday 08.30am-5.30pm.
We now have an invitation from Watton
Carnival Committee for the umbrellas to be
paraded at Watton Carnival on Sunday 16
September, and we are hoping to attract a high
turnout.
50 umbrellas have now been sold but they are
still available from the above locations, and
more will be ordered if required.
They have been ordered by local Art Clubs,
local Societies, Watton District
Guides,Brownies & RaInbows,and many
individuals. Some of the individuals have seen
our decorated umbrella in the Waiting Room
at Ivan Chubbock Garage Services, Shipdham
and asked what is it for, and when this has
been explained they have purchased an
umbrella, there is however absolutely no truth
in the rumour that some of those that hesitated
have been gently reminded that the 2
benefitting charities are good causes , and their
car keys could not be returned to them until an
umbrella was purchased.
Please also see our website
www.wattonfestival.org.uk or our email
rotaryumbrellafestival@gmail.com
and also www.virginmoneygiving.com/fund/
rotaryumbrellafestival
Look out for further information during the
following weeks.
The fate of cats
Here at Breckland Cats Protection, we hear
lots of stories of the fate of various cats.
Some happy endings, some very sad. Take
the 8 week kitten who was thrown over the
wall at Cromer into the sea. Fortunately a
couple saw it happen and managed to rescue
the kitten, but the man who had done the
deed was long gone. It makes us wonder
whether these people who inflict terrible
things on to kittens and cats, have any
conscience at all. How do they sleep at
night?
Then there is a family who want to hand
over to us four adult cats aged
between 10 and 12, because they
now have a puppy and he
terrorises the cats and they are
outside and too afraid to come
indoors. How can anyone have
cats for 10 years or more, and then
want to be rid of them because
they now want a dog? These poor
cats could be in one of our pens
for months and months, waiting
for a new home, because when
they are older, it takes longer to
find homes for them. The owners
could, of course, train the puppy
to leave the cats alone, but that
seems to be beyond them.
Another couple had a stray cat
turn up in their garden, a beautiful
longhaired black male who was
very skinny and in poor condition.
They began feeding him, but they
have a greyhound, so knew that
they wouldn't be able to keep him.
They rang me and asked my
advice, and I said I could check
him for a microchip. To my
amazement the cat had a
microchip, so I wrote down the
number, came home and looked
up his details on the microchip
database. He is 3 years old,
neutered and lives a couple of
roads away. I rang his owner and
agreed to take him back, as she
didn't have transport. When I got
there, I spent ages knocking at her
door, but she didn't answer. Then I
decided as this was the cat's home,
I would let him out of the basket.
A few minutes later the owner
appeared from the back entrance,
and said she didn't want the cat, as
she already has a cat and a dog,
and the cat doesn't get on with
them. Later that day the cat had
found its way back to the garden
of the couple who had been
feeding him, and he is now in our
care, looking for his forever home.
Then there is the other extreme. I
homed 2 kittens which I had hand
reared from tiny, to a lovely
family, who adore them. The
kittens have now grown into
beautiful cats and the family keep
in touch with me, sending me
lovely photos of the boys. Sadly
one of the cats went missing a
couple of months ago, and the
owners were distraught. They rang
all the vets, puts notices up around
where they live, and posted flyers
through neighbours door, and
spent hours roaming the streets
looking for their beloved cat.
Twenty days went past and they
had almost given up hope. Then
on the 21st day, late at night, the
cat managed to drag himself onto
their front door step where he
collapsed in a heap. They carried
him indoors, gave him food and
water and they were sure there
was something wrong with his
back legs as he could hardly walk.
The owners were at the vets first
thing the next morning. The cat
had muscle wastage in his back
legs, and that's why he could
hardly walk. He was blood tested
to make sure his liver and kidneys
were not damaged, and fortunately
he is fine. With lots of TLC, in a
couple of months he will be fit
and well again. This couple left no
stone unturned to find their
treasured cat and he is now having
the best treatment possible to get
him back to full health.
Then there is Mylo, another one of
my hand rears, that was bitten
under his tail probably by another
cat and the infection spread to his
spine. Several years later, he still
has trouble controlling his bladder
and bowel and his spine is slowly
disintegrating. But his lovely
owner does everything possible to
keep him pain free and happy,
where most people would have
had him put to sleep some time
ago. Fortunately he is insured, so
most of his treatment is covered
by insurance, but his owner has to
have puppy pads all over her
bungalow just in case Mylo gets
caught short. They are made for
each other, Mylo couldn't do with
his loving owner, and she adores
him despite his poor health.
Lots of cat owners go that extra
mile for their beloved pet, whereas
others shouldn't be allowed to
have a cat in the first place.
For help or advice of if you need
assistance with the cost of
neutering, please call us on 01842
810018. Rita Thompson.
The Visit
A Poem for the Carers
by Barbara Anderson
Who's that sitting in that chair?
It's not my husband he can't be
there.
He's on a golf course hitting a
ball,
Or upstairs trying to get
wallpaper straight on the wall.
As I get near to the chair, he
smiles the same.
And then he asks me what's my
name
Thats when I try not to cry
Shake my head, let it go by.
So you talk, give him all the
family news.
He doesn't respond so what's the
use?
Chat about the weather, food,
anything at all
it's just like talking to the
proverbial brick wall.
Does the visit help him in any
way?
Be some sort of highlight in his
day.
My heart says yes, but my head
says no
Thank the Lord it's time to go.
The Wayland News August 2018 Page 11
Sun, Sun and More Sun!
Haven't we been enjoying a
wonderful summer so far with long
days of warm sunshine to enjoy. The
weather was kind to us too on the
day of our Strawberry Tea held in
the garden of Brenda and Ken Davis
on June 19th. This annual event is an
occasion when we aim to support an
international charity chosen this year
by our International Officer, Stella
Leonard. Many people came to
enjoy the afternoon and to partake of
delicious strawberries with cream,
plus shortbread and a selection of
cakes all made by club members.
The produce and tombola stalls
and several games did well which
meant the grand sum of £819 was
raised for The Turning Point Trust
which supports children and
vulnerable adults in Kenya. It
helps with education and
supporting families to start small
farms and businesses so that they
can provide for themselves in the
future. Founder members of the
Trust, Michael and Jean Simmons
attended and were able to talk to
people and explain all about it.
We are always grateful to our
menfolk for the help they so
willingly give to erect tents and
stalls, move furniture, wash up and
put it all back at the end, their
reward . . .? a welcome glass of
wine when everything is done!
Five members with two husbands
attended the Norwich Inner
Wheel's Birthday Lunch on June
21st The Norwich club was
celebrating 90 years but sadly this
will be their last meeting as age
and infirmity of members means
that the club cannot continue, a sad
end to what has been a vibrant and
active club over the years.
We have a number of events to
look forward too when our club
officers for the new year attend the
District Assembly at which the
District Officers offer help and
encouragement to club members as
they make their plans for the year.
We also have our first meeting of
the year with new President, Val
Semlyen when we meet to enjoy
an evening of fellowship at her
home.
We should like to ask people to
make a note in their diaries for the
afternoon of Sunday, November.
4th when we are hosting The
Marham Military Wives choir,
supported by The West End
Waiters in a Celebration of the
Armistice at the Queens Hall. We
hope this will be a splendid
concert with the proceeds being
given to several military charities
as well as the Military Wives
Foundation.
It will then be time to start thinking
about preparations for our popular
Christmas Concert…. Doesn't the
year go by quickly!
As always, anyone wishing for
information or to enquire about
joining Inner Wheel, please ring me,
Brenda on 01953 881793 or our
secretary Pam on 01953 880904
Ashill and Watton in Bloom
Holme Hale
Garden Club
In contrast to the talk by Rosie Wood
in May about commercial vegetable
growing, Charlotte Philcox spoke at
the June meeting about 'getting the
most from your veggie plot'. This
was a return visit by Charlotte who,
as usual, had lots of tips.
She grows her veg in plots no larger
than 12x4 feet with straw between
for kneeling and walking on. Her
favourite tool is a lady's border fork
as she does not believe in digging
because it disturbs the worms and
microscopic creatures which live in
the top 4inches and are essential for
healthy soil. A light 'tickle' and a
good mulch before the next
rotational crop is all that is required.
Charlotte is also a fan of
experimenting with non-garden
related items, such as old oven racks.
Among other uses these can be laid
on newly sown ground to prevent
digging by cats and birds. Mice can
also be deterred from eating your
peas if you place holly leaves around
them.
Sow a few lettuces every two weeks
for successive harvesting but not
after mid-summer's day. Thereafter
go for the Oriental greens such as
Pak Choi. If you want to store
strawberries through the winter don't
freeze the whole fruit as they only go
Mrs. Tina Kiddell, Watton Town display of hosta blooms and a
soggy when defrosted. Try blitzing
Mayor, awarded the Watton Society variegated banana plant were seen
them in a blender and freezing the
silver salver to Mrs. Gail Clifford of among roses and a tall bright red
puree in small pots.
Bridle Road for cultivating the most hollyhock in a small lovingly tended
Charlotte's maxim for vegetable
attractive garden. The hot dry plot facing the strong South sun.
growing is to grow what you enjoy
weather, which persisted for several Highly commended certificates will be
eating and what is most expensive in
weeks prior to the judging, presented delivered to the many contenders in
the shops. She also advocates being
unusual conditions to gardeners this Watton; As the Mayor said Watton is a
brave and trying something new.
year. The heat offered opportunities town full of residents displaying a high
The previous Sunday was our annual
for many unusual plants to thrive level of achievement in making the
flower show. Despite competition
putting on splendid displays of colour most of their garden spaces.
from England's match in the World
and leaf shades. A magnificent Bryan H Wykes Watton Society.
Cup, there were over 200 entries and
praise from the judges for the high
standard. Best in Show went to nearly two decades.,
Jeanne Flynn for her imaginative Another great The two of them mingled with guests
'flower arrangement in a saucepan'. on a sunny evening where the
The tombola and plant stall sold out evening out gardens were in magnificent
and the refreshment counter did a The annual Summer Party at condition.
roaring trade. Thank you to everyone Wretham Lodge drew 95 people from A raffle organised by Sharon Ford
who helped and, in particular, the the village and other local areas and produced over £270 of the total profit on
Flower Show Group who are made a profit of over £1300 for St the evening, where wine provided by the
responsible for organising the event. Ethelbert’s Church funds. hosts and the usual large cold buffet was
What's next: Organised by church members, its guests enjoyed by everyone.
23rd August - Gardeners' Question were able to wander through the At the end of the evening, church warden
Time + Fruit & Vegetable Show magnificent grounds of Wretham Lodge, Eileen Kitson thanked those attending,
27th September - AGM + Jane the former rectory and the home of those who had provided much of the food
Steward - 'Reviving the Medlar' Gordon Alexander and Ian Salter for and, especially, their hosts.
The Wayland News August 2018 Page 12

Richmond
Park Ladies
Section
It has been a busy summer of golf for
the Ladies of Richmond Park and with
the heat-wave firming up the fairways
there has been plenty of run on the ball.
Two major events have taken place
recently, the first being the Ladies
Championship, 36 holes off scratch
played over 2 days on 24th and 25th
June. Some ladies struggled with the
heat but it obviously suited others as the
scores suggest.
2018 Ladies Champion, and winner of
the Alison Sheard Trophy, was Sandy
McCormack with a magnificent 36 hole
Carol Marshall receiving the Windfall Trophy from Chris Whyatt, Ladies Chair (left) along
score of 181. Runner-up was Julie Ellis
with Linda Hewison, Ladies Competition Secretary (right).
with a score of 194.
Also played for were the Diana Davies
Trophy, an 18 hole scratch competition
for ladies with a handicap of 22 and
above, and the Handicap Trophy,
played over 18 holes in the medal
format.
The winner of the Diana Davies
Trophy, with a score of 96, was Jayne
Playford, and the runner-up, with a
score of 98 was Maureen Flack.
Jayne Playford also won the Handicap
Trophy with a nett score of 73, and the
runner-up, with a nett score of 75 was
Margaret Lockwood.
The second major event, held on
Monday 9th July, was a Closed Meeting
played for the Windfall Trophy. This
competition is played in the Stableford
format and is a fun day with many
prizes and always has a good number of
entries. This year was no exception and
the ladies took to the course on another
hot, sunny day. The course was looking
rather sun baked in places but the Sandy McCormack, 2018 Ladies Champion, receiving the Alison Sheard Trophy from Ladies
greens were true and some great scores Handicap Secretary Margaret Broadbent.
were recorded. After the golf everyone
changed into their summer finery and
is £18, to be paid in full, to secure your
sat down to a welcome buffet lunch Join Project Linus seat. Once the cost of the coach hire is
followed by the prize giving.
covered, any surplus money raised is
In 1st Place, and winner of the Windfall on a Coach trip to used to buy fabric for making quilts for
Trophy, was Carol Marshall with a
magnificent 42 points. 2nd was Hilda The Fabric Guild Project Linus Norfolk.
The quilts made are given to seriously
Whitmarsh with 41 points. 3rd was Project Linus Norfolk have organised a
ill, bereaved or traumatised children in
Lesley Davis with 38 points 4th was coach to The Fabric Guild, Leicester on
Norfolk from 0- 19 years old.
Barbara Coverdale with 37 points. Thursday 13th September leaving at 8
Last year I gave out 425 quilts in
Other prizes were Best Front 9 Claire am prompt from Kittel Close Car Park,
Norfolk through the support and help of
Carney 21 points, Best Back 9 Anne (next to the Queens Hall) Watton,
Wayland Quilters, other quilt groups
Bell 19 points, Best combined score on returning at approximately 4-5pm.
and individuals, whom I would like to
the Par 3’s Linda Hewison 12 points, What is there, you might ask? They sell
thank for their continued support and
Best combined score on the Par 5’s fabric, wool, embellishments, buttons,
donations of quilts, as I would not be
Margaret Lockwood 11 points. Nearest books, wadding, felt and numerous
able to give out so many without their
the pin on the 3rd, for ladies with a haberdashery items, all very reasonably
help. Jane Lond-Caulk, Project Linus
handicap of 28 and above, Lorna Crowdy priced.
Norfolk coordinator
and nearest the pin on 17th, for ladies To book your seat on the coach, please
with a handicap under 28, Chris Whyatt. contact Pat on 01953 882966. The cost

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