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Shotesham yoga – yoga continues on a weekly basis from 18.30 – 19.30 on Wednesdays. Enquiries via our very own Shotesham Yoga teacher, Kendra –kendracollier0@gmail.com or 07748009411
Walking in Shotesham – Still walking on the 1st Sunday of the month, next up on 5th October. There is a WhatsApp group which may organise other impromptu walks, for info or to join, contact Ken via WhatsApp on 07880801674.
Shotesham Screen – September’s movie, The Crime is Mine was generally well applauded, next up is – Small Things Like These, based on the book by Claire Keegan. This is a poignant and understated drama that packs an emotional punch. Cillian Murphy delivers a masterful performance as a hardworking coal merchant grappling with a moral dilemma that threatens to shatter his comfortable existence. The film is visually stunning, with a quiet beauty that perfectly complements its introspective narrative. While the film may not be for everyone due to its slow-burn pace, it’s a deeply moving and thought-provoking experience. It doesn’t need to shout in order to be heard, effectively conveying its powerful message through subtle observations and understated performances”
It will be showing on 2nd Friday of the month as usual, Friday October 10th at the Trinity at 7:30pm. All are welcome. Booking via Lindsay on 07702832033 or lindsayheywood3@gmail.com
TABLE TENNIS is due to recommence on Thursday evenings from 6.30pm to 8.00pm, starting on 2nd October. The group has been playing in Shotesham at The Trinity Hall for over 20 years, but interest last season had reduced to just 3 or 4 players. If the group is to continue we need some new members.
The club welcomes members of all ages and abilities, both male and female. If you are interested please come along to The Trinity Hall on 2nd October at 6.30pm, or for more information please call David Howes 01508 558458 or 07775 698799.
The next SVA event is on Friday 24th October at 7.30pm in Trinity hall a talk to be given by Mike Knights on the V2 rocket that landed in Shotesham in October 1944. This promises to be a thoroughly enjoyable and highly informative talk. There will be slides and possibly a video as well as refreshments. There’s no charge for this talk but to make sure we don’t go over the fire limit for the Hall please contact Jo Nisbet on either nisbetjoanne@yahoo.com or 07904 072977 to sign up. This promises to be a popular talk so sign up soon!
An early reminder from the Parish Council that Remembrance Sunday will be on November the 8th, with our ceremony on Church Hill at 10.45. Everyone is welcome.
On Monday 17th November, 7-9pm, Rhodri Coleman our First Responder is holding a resuscitation evening to demonstrate CPR and use of the village defibrillators this will be at the Trinity. He can accommodate 15 people only in this session.
Please email me kimelizabethdyke@yahoo.co.uk if you would like to attend. If the response is more than 15 interested parishioners I will organise another event.
Thanks, Kim Dyke on behalf of the PC
And, whilst all the above is true, here’s a very big thank you from all of us, cos make no mistake, on this occasion (never mind Punch) there would’ve been no show without Judie……and her team.
Big thanks Judie!
Other Info
East Pye Updates –
Consultation Stage One Report – Coincidentally, East Pye recently published this report, it can be accessed here. Whilst the initial Non-statutory consultation complete, there’s still a way to go, here’s a link to a brief video to showing some potential effects …… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E9lV5QhCkv4 And an example poster here……other posters are available
Consultation Q&A – click here
A number of protest gatherings and walks are being held, here’s some photos and news reports –
Shotesham hits the BBC….https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/clynjek4pdzo
And for those who subscribe, here’s an EDP report….. https://www.edp24.co.uk/news/25013035.100-people-protest-east-pye-solar-farm/
Shotesham Ford will continue to be closed until at least August 2026, click here Shotesham STRO11106 DfT Extension Notice_for notice and alternative routes.
Shotesham Common – The Trustees of Shotesham Common have been given permission by Natural England and will be continuing to carry out some work on the common over the following months. Just to explain what we are doing and why:
We will be manually cutting back sections of the banks of the beck on an annual basis, where Willow Herb has dominated, to enable birds and mammals to have access to the water. We will be manually cutting Alder saplings and trees. Over the years these have changed the open landscape and caused drying out of the wetland meadows, which is contrary to the management agreement we have with Natural England.
If you would like any further information, contact either Ed Howard edhoward54@gmail.com or myself floracot@btinternet.com.
Bernie Fenn, for Trustees of Shotesham Common
Wildlife in Shotesham – who knew we had so many different wildlife species on our doorstep?! Village resident, Andy Musgrove is busy collecting and collating them all and, whilst in his own words he hasn’t got them all yet, click here for a few to be getting on with. Careful though, it could make your hair stand on end!!
…And in Joys Loke….
St Martins Church looking good – also see video at St Martin’s Church sub menu via Churches and the PCC heading above – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iMfP1tx642g (copy and paste link)
Despite all the apparent awareness, people are still looking to take advantage of any weaknesses. As always, please keep an eye out for any unusual activity, DO NOT give out any private or secure info over the telephone, and remember that if you spot anything suspicious the police can be contacted by phoning 101.
SCAM AWARE! – A number of new scams have been notified by Norfolk Association of Local Councils, some of which I certainly haven’t heard of before and are well worth checking out – click on this link for details – https://mailchi.mp/52e6f8561225/scams-dont-get-fooled-again?e=7f9e357c98
Community information….
Hints and Tips for correct recycling – click here What goes in your recycling bin. 2023
Anglian Water’s Priority Services Register is in place to help lots of people with different needs and is completely free, click here for more info
Local Council ‘stuff’ –
Message from South Norfolk Council on 2 Unitary Norfolk
Dear All, we wanted to share an important update regarding the submission of South Norfolk Council’s Unitary Proposal, at Full Council on 24 September it was agreed to submit to government the case for a 2 Unitary Norfolk. You can find all the relevant details and information by clicking on the link below – or see here
Agenda for South Norfolk Council on Wednesday, 24th September, 2025, 7.00 pm – South Norfolk and Broadland
Government will be receiving submissions from all councils on the Priority Programme, and at the next Tow & Parish Forum we will provide you with an update on next steps.
Best wishes, Emma |
Emma Hodds
Chief of Staff & Monitoring Officer
t 01508 533791 e emma.hodds@southnorfolkandbroadland.gov.uk
Norfolk Citizens Advice have launched a new initiative to assist individuals in need – Grants for Individuals in need database. The database is funded as part of the Coordinated Community Support Programme and is open access on the Norfolk Citizens Advice website. The database contains largely small local grant giving organisations that operate in Norfolk.
The webpage contains:
- Brief information on how to use the database
- A short video demonstration
- A tips document on maximising successful applications with hints and tips from grant organisation trustees
- A feedback link to report out of date information, suggest organisations to include, or just give feedback on your experience of using the database
Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital’s ‘Settle in Services’ are looking for dedicated volunteers who wish to give something back to their local community. Volunteers meet patients on their day of discharge from hospital to help settle them back in to their own environment. Click here for more information
For assistance with power cuts, please click this link from UK Power Networks
Thinking Fuel – If you feel you may be paying too much for your oil, Community Action Norfolk (CAN) have a scheme that may assist. Click here to see how you might save and here to see how it works, or go directly to the CAN website for more details.
Our local police officers are – Beat Manager, PC Tom Goodrum and Engagement Officer, Arvi Bhogal, They can be contacted by dialling 111 and asking for Poringland Police Station
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