ISSUE 9 September 2012

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Following the continuous inconsistency of our British weather, many of our farmers have suffered a slow start to Harvest, but finally and thankfully, this is drawing to a close and what a summer it has been for them. This month can also see spirits lifted again with the Paralympics commencing. Again, Rural Ads sends its Best Wishes to all British competitors participating.

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This month I thought I’d cheer everyone up by commenting on the work of HM Revenue & Customs recently launched task forces !

A clear policy of the Coalition is to ensure those who do not stick to the tax rules are penalised. Tough self assessment and PAYE penalties are already being applied and benefits and expenses returns (P11D’s) have also come under recent scrutiny.

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‘The Government is committed to tackling tax evasion and avoidance. HMRC’s task forces are cracking down on people who choose to break the rules and creating a level playing field for the majority who play by them.

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Rural PastEach month, local historian, Sarah Doig will be bringing us intriguing snippets of our local History

This Edition’s Feature is

...And A Good Time Was Had By All

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Rural PastEach month, local historian, Sarah Doig will be bringing us intriguing snippets of our local History

This Edition’s Feature is

...And A Good Time Was Had By All

This article is the seventh in a series written by Sarah Doig, a family & local historian who lives on the Suffolk/Norfolk border.

Details of all the services Sarah offers are on her website www.ancestral-heritage.co.uk. Sarah would also welcome feedback on her articles as well as suggestions for future ones.

destination on Bank Holidays, with the train companies putting on special Bank Holiday excursion services. However, many people chose to spend their day in their local community. The “Bury & Norwich Post” for August 5th 1884 - when Bank Holidays were still a novelty - carried a full-page spread reporting on the various events which took place across the region.

This brief report from Thetford provides us with an interesting picture of the local community’s festivities: “Amongst the principal features of the day was a water party, of the Wesleyan Sunday scholars and teachers, to Santon Downham: Messrs. Fison and Sons kindly

supplied four lighters, men and horses for the occasion. About 400 persons got on board by ticket, and a substantial tea was provided. Beautiful weather prevailed and a cricket match between Thetford and Botesdale was played on the abbey ground, the former winning”.

The newspaper also reports in considerable detail on the Temperance Fete held at Hardwick Hall which included a horticultural show with prizes in many fruit, vegetable and flower categories. Music for the day was supplied by the band of the 3rd Dragoon Guards and from the Royal Handbell Ringers and Glee Singers. The Suffolk Beekeepers’ Association had a tent in the grounds at which they demonstrated the humane system of bee management. During the afternoon several balloons were sent up (“the ascent of the “Mahdi” causing amusement” - why?? Ed.) and everyone had a picnic in the grounds.

Sports events proved popular in many towns. The town of Diss also held an annual athletics sports day on the cricket field in Roydon Road. Events included

the high jump, long jump, throwing a cricket ball (won by G Higgins having thrown the ball 86 yards) and the “Two Mile Bicycle Handicap” which “was the most exciting event of the day”. The Diss Rifle Band was on hand to play a selection of music to accompany the prize giving.

The inhabitants of Stowmarket held their third annual athletic sports in connection with the Stowmarket Bicycle Club with prizes totalling £80. The “One Mile Bicycle Handicap” had a first prize of a silver cup, second prize of a butter dish and toast rack, and third prize was a hot water jug! Other races included the “440 Yards Foot Race” (first prize for this was a salad bowl), the “Half-Mile Obstacle Race” with the first and second prizes as a biscuit box and sardine box respectively. Personally though, I think if I had been leading in the “200 Yards Foot Race” in which the first prize was again a biscuit box, I would have been tempted to allow myself to be pipped at the post to collect the second prize of half a dozen bottles of wine...

Nowadays we take Bank Holidays for granted. But did you know that official Bank Holidays were only introduced in the United Kingdom in 1871 by an Act of Parliament? It designated four such days in England, Wales and Ireland which were Easter Monday, Whit Monday, Boxing Day (St Stephen's Day in Ireland) and the first Monday in August. Good Friday and Christmas Day were considered traditional days of rest - like Sundays - and these were therefore not included in the Act. This law was in place for a century when it was superseded by a new Act which remains in force today.

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The Sacred Bamboo

Nandina Domestica is commonly known as the Sacred Bamboo, but why? After studying many books I still have not found the answer. However, more important is the fact that it is a truly beautiful and elegant garden plant. It originates from China, Japan and India, having been first introduced into this country in the early 1800’s.

Although it looks nothing like one, it is related to the Berberis.

It is not actually a bamboo, but a look-alike and it is grown for its decorative foliage, attractive summer flowers and showy berries.

In Spring, the new foliage is attractively shaded red, becoming green in Summer before turning orange red in Autumn. This colour is maintained in mild Winters.

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of starry cream flowers appear at the tips of the stems and if the summer is hot, these are followed by bright, red berries.As mentioned earlier, the stems are those of a typical bamboo, forming a neat clump, but unlike some bamboos, they are not invasive.

The Sacred Bamboo does well on most soils, but if given a preference, well drained, light soil would be best. Although it will tolerate full sun, if possible choose a lightly shaded position. It can be grown at the front of shrub borders or mixed with herbaceous perennials.

Although I have never tried growing one in a tub, I would think that this plant would be ideal for growing in a container and would make an attractive feature on the patio. Height and spread is around a metre (3 feet).

Keep The Borders Blooming

Gardens in September can soon

become uninteresting with lack of colourful flowers. I always tryto keep the border blooming for as long as possible.

Here are some suggestions to give your borders colour from now until November.

Asters are one of my favourite late flowering perennials. There are large medium and low growing varieties and colours range from blue, pink and white.

A shrub worth growing for flowering now until Autumn is the beautiful Ceanothus ‘Autumnal Blue’. Masses of dark blue flowers make a wonderful

splash of colour. to keep the border bloomin for as long as possible.

If you are looking for a striking display of flowers try growing ‘Leycesteria Aurea’. Lovely golden leaves and white flowers surrounded by purple red bracts’. A Hardy shrub

reaching 3m x 3m.

Plant Hyacinth bulbs for forcing indoors using a compost especially prepared for this purpose. Keep the bulbs in a cool dark place for 8 weeks then bring them into a light warm room where they should flower 3 to 4 weeks later. In the vegetable garden plant winter lettuce and spring cabbage.

This is the ideal time for taking cuttings of evergreen shrubs to produce new plants for next year.Aerate lawns with a fork, or hire a mechanical aereator for larger lawns.

Finally plant some heathers for flowering early next year. The winter flowering types are best for our local alkaline soil. These excellent plants give ground cover

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I was thrilled to have had the opportunity to visit 3 of the most beautiful Italian cities. Siena, a fabulous Tuscan town, is a mediaeval oasis steeped in history, art and tradition. The ’Palio’ horse races held in the wonderful Piazza del Campo creates an electric atmosphere in July and August, whilst the vineyards of Chianti, the tower of Pisa and the walled city of Lucca are all close by to visit.

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and the isolated nature of homes, has made them an easy target for the more unsavoury members of society.

According to a recent survey by rural insurance company, NFU Mutual, domestic oil is now the third most common item stolen from the countryside, sitting behind tools and quad bikes, up from sixth in a similar survey just 12 months previously.

The aptly named ‘Oil Defender’ is a wireless system that informs customers immediately of any loss of oil. The alarm is designed to easily link to intruder alarms which means that your valuable heating oil can now be protected by your house alarm.

Richard Grimes and Steve King are the two directors of a company which sells fuel alarms.

The Company, known as Fuel Alarms Ltd. is based near Bury St. Edmunds.

They have been selling alarms to businesses for just over a year and are now also looking at selling to the domestic market.

The price of fuel has risen by 70% in recent months and criminals are using increasingly sophisticated tactics to target isolated homes to steal their supply of oil from domestic tanks.

More than 1.5m homes across the UK, mostly in rural areas, are dependent on heating oil; coupled with the increase in oil prices

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Pathfinder - Networking

Article written by Giles O’Halloran - HR Professional

There are many clichés that we can apply to the subject of networking, and here are just a few• People buy people• It’s not what you know, it’s who you know• The old school tie• I know a man who can• Etc.However much we may joke about these clichés they still ring true and this article seeks to use some of these clichés to help you understand the importance of effective networking …

People buy people:

This is a common phrase used by recruitment consultants. Business is essentially about the connections we create through developing relationships with other professionals. These relationships allow us to share knowledge, create opportunities and develop trust between stakeholders. These three elements are critical to an effective business network. It is very much about developing relationships with people in the know, identifying who can help facilitate or create the opportunities that can take you forward, and whether people can and will trust you professionally. Trust is very important, as it means they believe you are credible enough that others will support you or offer assistance based on the trust of others.You therefore need to invest time and effort into a professional network as not only will it generate opportunities and business, but it will help you be recognised as a trusted professional.

It’s not what you know it’s who you know:

This is yet another common cliché but one that is so true. Whether you are looking for your next job or perhaps a new client to approach, nothing is more powerful or influential than your network. Developing and maintaining an effective network can help give you the edge over the competition.It is not simply about your close connections, but who is connected to whom further along the network. The people you know will know people, and they will know people ….and so it goes on. That is why a network can be a powerful tool, as although your immediate contacts may not be able to help directly, they may have contacts (or their contacts may have contacts) that can help or influence on your behalf.The above may sound a little far-fetched, but did you know that circa 60% of job vacancies are filled not by friends, but by the friends of friends? – that’s how effective a well maintained network can be if you want to succeed in securing your right next job move.Not only can a network help you find that right job, but professionally, people who trust you in the network will endorse you or introduce you to others. This then increases your reach and

level of credibility when seeking out new business opportunities.

The old school tie – the old boy network – I know a man who can:

We still use the above classic expressions in the way we describe what has always existed in human culture- professional and personal networks. Networking is nothing new, it just has a new label that fits with our modern way of communicating – via telephones and computers. The Russians call it “Blat,” The Middle Eastern cultures refer to it as “Wasta,” and the Chinese have used “Guanxi” to describe networking for centuries.You should not be phased by jargon and the new ways of doing things. You can run a network just as easily from a small pocket book as you can from having an active web profile on one of the major social media sites. It is about what works for you and how best you use the tools that you prefer or have to hand.However it is worth taking time to sit and think about who you have met through your life to date and who could help you. Old school or university alumni networks, regimental associations or other professional associations are just a few channels that could be used to help you either find the right next job or enhance your business profile. There is always someone somewhere in the network that can help to some extent.

Knowledge – Influence – Motivation:

After thinking long and hard about how to simplify making your network effective, I came up with the following acronym to help – KIM – which stands for:• K = Knowledge – making sure you keep in touch with or connect with people in the know, those who might have specialist knowledge or the access to those who do.• I = Influence – ensure people in your network are able to influence others directly or indirectly via their personal contacts.• M =Motivation – the more active and motivated you can keep your network, the more productive and helpful it can be. The same can be said for those you connect with or network with – ensure they are equally motivatedThis isn’t the be all and end all of how you should qualify the effectiveness of your network, but this at least allows you to consider and plot opportunities when developing business professional relationships – what or who do they know that could help? Who can they influence directly or indirectly on your behalf? And how motivated are they to help? Keep these simple steps in mind and it will help make your network more productive.

Social Media:

Finally, it is worth me adding some comments about social media as a tool for managing networks. As with all tools, they are only as good as the user and how you use it. If you are looking to manage your professional network using social media, think about the tool you intend to use, and the functionality of the tool – does it meet your needs and is it appropriate. Linkedin is the most favoured by most UK (as well as global) professionals and is relatively simple to use. However, it is important to keep on top of your profile, updates and messages so that you maintain the integrity and currency of your network. Time invested in social media for the right reasons can pay real dividends both in the short to longer term.

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THURSDAY 6TH TO SUNDAY 9TH SEPTEMBER HERITAGE OPEN DAYSAn annual and national event giving the public free access to many historic buildings. For more info contact the MidSuffolk Tourist Information Centre or visitwww.heritageopendays.org.uk

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BEYOND THE IMAGE PHOTOGRAPHERS’ GALLERY,13 Red House Yard, Thornham Magna, IP23 8HHMar-Oct: Friday - Sunday 11am-4pm. Other times by arrangement. Free. (small car park charge for Thornham Walks). Tel 01508 480477info@beyondtheimage.co.ukwww.beyondtheimage.co.uk

FRIDAY 3RD AUGUST - SUNDAY 28TH OCTOBERTHROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS - Themed images produce an imaginativegroup show by the members of Beyond the Image.

STRADBROKE SPORTS &COMMUNITY CENTRE, Wilby Road, Stradbroke, IP21 5JN

FRIDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER – RAY HUBBARD & FRIENDS. 7.30pm. All funds raised in support of church. Contact: 01379 384642.

WEDNESDAY 26TH SEPT. WEA course on East Anglia & thesettlement of America. 8wk

course, 2hrs each week, break for half term. 2.15pm. £48 whole term. Come first week with no obligation. For further info 01728 724746.

THURSDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER CINEMA IN STRADBROKE. Title to be announced. Doors & bar open 7pm, film starts 7.30pm.Tickets on door £5.50. Bar open & ices sold in interval. Contact: 01379 388629.

THURSDAY 6TH, FRIDAY 7TH &SATURDAY 8TH SEPTEMBERCALENDER GIRLS, Debenham High School, Gracechurch Street, Debenham, IP14 6BL. A true story of group of WI women in Yorkshire who created a nudecalendar to raise funds for the Leukaemia Research fund in memory of one member’shusband. 7.30pm. Admission: £15 (inc wine, cheese & dessert). Contact: 07840 570343/01728 860893. Tickets: The Garden of Deben or www.debenhamcalendergirls.co.uk

SUNDAY 16TH SEPTEMERHARVEST SUNDAY at SUFFOLKOWL SANCTUARY, Stonham Barns,Stonham Aspal, IP14 6AT. Crafty harvest activities. Flying display, 80 owls & birds of prey, red squirrels, chipmunks & meerkats. 10am-4.30pm. Adult £7.50, Child 4-16 £5, Under 4’s free, Carers free, Seniors £6, Family of 5 £25.00. For more info contact: 0845 680 7897

FRIDAY 21ST & SATURDAY 22NDSEPTEMBER ‘WHO KILLED THE VICAR?’ Needham Market Community Centre, School Street, Needham Market, IP6 8BB.A murder mystery play for the audience to guess ‘whodunnit’. Ticket price includes a light supper. 7.30pm. £7.50. Tickets: EltonHouse News 01449 720430 or Louise Mills 01449 723171

WYKEN VINEYARD FARMERS MARKET - Wyken Road, Stanton, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP31 2DW.The Market is open from 9am to 1pm every Saturday.Breakfast in the café from 9am. Lunch in the Vineyard Restaurant from 12 noon.

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RICKINGHALL CAR BOOTRickinghall Village Hall, Hinderclay Road, Rickinghall, DissSecond Saturday of the month, April to September Seller start time 7.30am Buyer arrival time 9.00am

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TED (15)Director: Seth MacFarlaneStarring: Mark Wahlberg, Mila Kunis, Giovanni Ribisi, Joel McHale, Seth MacFarlane

A grown man is saddled with a potty-mouthed teddy bear in this raunchy comedy from the creator of ‘Family Guy’13:50, 16:25, 18:55, 21:25

3D - BRAVE (U)Director: Mark Andrews, Brenda ChapmanStarring: Kelly MacDonald, Emma Thompson, Kevin McKidd, Billy Connolly, Robbie Coltrane, Julie Walters, Craig Ferguson

Pixar embraces girl power with the magical 3D animated tale of a Scottish princess who makes her own destiny.10:40, 13:00, 15:20

THE BOURNE LEGACY (12A)Director: Tony GilroyStarring: Jeremy Renner, Rachel Weisz, Edward Norton, Joan Allen, David Strathairn, Scott Glenn, Albert Finney

The all-new adrenaline-pumping chapter in the groundbreaking Bourne franchise.14:15, 17:25, 20:30

THE EXPENDABLES 2 (15)Director: Simon WestStarring: Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham, Jet Li, Dolph Lundgren, Bruce Willis, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Chuck Norris

The world’s greatest action stars return to the big screen in the sequel to box-office smash ‘The Expendables’. 13:35, 16:10, 18:40, 21:10

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THE DARK KNIGHT RISES (12A).Director: Christopher NolanStarring: Christian Bale, Tom Hardy, Liam Neeson, Anne Hathaway, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Marion Cotillard, Gary Oldman, Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine

Christopher Nolan’s breathtaking Batman trilogy concludes in jaw-droppingly epic style!13:40, 17:15, 20:45

KEITH LEMON: THE FILM (15)Director: Paul AngunawelaStarring: Leigh Francis, Laura Aikman, Kelly Brook, Verne Troyer, David Hasselhoff

Leigh Francis brings his funniest comic creation to the big screen as Keith Lemon makes his feature film debut.12:25, 17:00, 21:35

THE WATCH (15)Director: Akiva SchafferStarring: Vince Vaughn, Ben Stiller, Jonah Hill, Richard Ayoade

An out-of-this-world comedy that sees a group of suburban dads forced to defend their town from an alien invasion.13:40, 16:10, 18:40, 21:10

THE POSSESSION (15)Director: Ole BornedalStarring: Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Kyra Sedgwick

A horrifying tale of a family menaced by a box containing an evil spirit.16:50, 19:10, 21:30

TOTAL RECALL (12A)Director: Len WisemanStarring: Bryan Cranston, Bill Nighy, Colin Farrell, Kate Beckinsale, Jessica BielIn 2084, a factory worker discovers that he might be a spy for one of the world’s big nation states and has to learn the truth before it gets him killed.12:45, 15:30, 18:15, 21:00

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