Christmas Services at Holy Cross Church, Caston
Carols by Candlelight – Sunday 18th December You are invited to join us for the traditional service of Carols by Candlelight at Holy Cross Church, Caston on Sunday 18th December…
Breckland Council members to consider selling Barnham Broom golf club site
Breckland Council members are set to discuss whether they should sell the Barnham Broom golf club site, an asset the district council has owned for just over 16 years. The…
In Your Garden With Lotta Potts.
Here we go into the second half of November. On a quick and windy walk round the garden I was astonished to see how many plants are flowering despite the…
West Norfolk Aviation Society – The Valiant Years
Not long after he had joined the WNAS, local man, Barry Raphael was invited to make his debut speech at our club and, if he had spelled his name a…
Public asked to comment on fire and rescue service safety proposals for a safer Norfolk
Residents and businesses across Norfolk are being asked to give their views on proposals put forward by the county’s fire and rescue service aimed at reducing risk and improving safety.…
The Work and History of the John Innes Centre – Ashill, Holme Hale & District Garden Club
Our October meeting had a bumper attendance of nearly 70 members who had come to listen to Dr Anne Edwards of the John Innes Centre. Anne presented a fascinating talk…
Norfolk Wildlife Trust Breckland Local Group
October 23rd was a rather soggy walk across Weeting Heath in search of fungi. But everyone stayed very cheerful and were delighted to see quite a number of species on…
Managing your anxiety to help your dog by Emily Bright
Today, I will discuss further strategies to help you to manage your own anxiety and stress levels, to in turn help your dog with theirs. If you struggle with intense…
In Your Garden With Lotta Potts
This is time for compost. If you make your own check to see if the compost at the bottom of the heap/bin is ready and if so spread it around…
Fight Flooding by Clearing Channels – Make sure you know your responsibilities
Flooding is a real threat in Norfolk through the winter: keeping even the smallest watercourses clear and flowing freely will help protect homes and businesses safe. A build-up of flood…
Norfolk Libraries to join Warm Welcome campaign
Norfolk Libraries Service will be making all 47 of its libraries available as part of the Warm Welcome campaign. The scheme supports free, warm, and welcoming spaces in communities across…
Looking after pets and wildlife this November 5th – by Lotta Potts
As we are approach the 5th November, please be aware of pets and wildlife if you are igniting fireworks or bonfires. If you have pets I have seen all sorts…
In your garden with Lotta Potts
And so we sail away from October. The next few days bring clock changing, Hallowe’en and fireworks. Joy of joys. The weather forecast is gloomy for next week as well…
Protecting Swaffham’s heritage in partnership
Pictured: Maxine O’Mahony, Chief Executive at Breckland Council and Claudia Kenyatta, Director of Regions, Historic England discuss the Swaffham HAZ project currently being joint funded in the market town. Representatives…
Breckland Council NetZeroConference aims to help local businesses cut their carbon footprints
Breckland businesses are being invited to find out how they can become more environmentally-friendly by adopting greener practices and making use of eco-grant. Breckland Council is organising the NetZero Business…
Dragonfly gallery updates from Wayland House, High Street, Watton
Upcoming workshops at the Dragonfly Gallery currently include: Fabric Christmas trees with Jayne Collett. 28 November, 10-12, £12. These beautiful tree ornaments don’t require any special skills and will make…
Carbrooke Heritage Centre Launch 26th November 2022
Carbrooke Heritage Group began in 2012, when a group of local residents with an interest in discovering, collecting and preserving Carbrooke Heritage for future generations, as well as raising the…
Wayland Group WI – What to do with a Nun’s dress and Basket Making with Jonathon Carrie
Wayland Group WI met late September for a talk by Kathy Dentten about “What to do with a Nun’s dress”. The talk was nothing like we expected, Kathy arrived with…
Watton Society 2022 AGM & Future Programme
In October we held our AGM, The Mayor Sue Hebborn who is also the society’s president was in attendance. Reports of the last AGM were read and approved, the chairman…
In your garden with Lotta Potts – grow your own!
We are now in the situation of having to be more careful with our cash due to the ever-increasing cost of living. For anyone who hasn’t thought of it perhaps…
Make Halloween a treat this year by not being tricked by fire hazards
Norfolk Fire and Rescue Service are reminding residents to make Halloween a treat this year by not being tricked by fire hazards. There are many ways to enjoy Halloween safely…
Wretham’s Christmas Cards & Gifts – Saturday 12th November
Wretham’s Christmas Cards & Gifts – Saturday 12th November We are showcasing Wretham’s local talent and homemade gifts at Wrethams Village Hall IP24 1RL on Saturday 12th November from 10am…