Download pdf - JANUARY 2015 - About Thetford magazine

‘‘

New Office Now Open at the Charles Burrell Centre Thetford

For all your landscaping needs in 2015From mowing lawns to complete garden

makeovers!Free no obligation quotationswww.greenteamthetford.com

[email protected] T 01842 845150

Your Local Independent Community Magazine

Circulation 11,500 copies

Issue 110 January 2015

‘Barnham Cross’ - taken by Maria Schepers

Over 6,000 offices were represented at the national Estate Agency of the Year Awards 2014 and we feel honoured to

have been nationally recognised in this way.

01842 754161

“manager for Chilterns for nearly 6 years, and in that time has fully immersed himself in the community around the office”

Judges’ report

“The team treats everyone with kindness and professionalism… Chilterns’ customer service is outstanding at every touch point”

Judges’ report

“Chilterns is committed to being the bridge between its clients’ current situations and their dream of a new property”

Judges’ report

If you are contemplating the sale or rental of your home this year, we’d love to help. We are different!

The Times & Sunday Times National Estate Agency of the Year Awards 2014

Please mention the About Thetford Magazine when responding to advertisements2

THE BEECHES

� Rooms from £550 per week

� Single En Suite Bedrooms

� Permanent, Respite and

Holiday Care Chiropody

and Hairdressing in

the Town Centre

� Individual Centred Care

� Home Cooked Meals

� Daily Activity

� Flat Screen TV in

Every Bedroom

The Beeches 1 West Harling Road, East Harling, Norwich, Norfolk, NR16 2N

Telephone +44 (0)1953 717 584 Fax. : +44 (0)1953 717 584

[email protected]

THE BEECHES

OVER £550,000 SPENT ON UPGRADING THE HOME!


The Thomas Paine Hotel 33 White Hart Street Thetford IP24 1AA

Tel: 01842 750372 www.thethomaspainehotel.co.uk

Valentine’s Night...

The Thomas Paine Hotel

has totally

FREE WIFI

throughout.

Serving teas/coffees,

breakfast lunch pastries etc.

All day.

Enjoy a magical valentines with Paul Martin magician and mind reader to the royals and celebrities up close and personal. Only 40 spaces, four course dinner, pink bubbly on arrival, and a rose for each lady with Paul,

all yours for the evening

£49.95 per person

A night not to be missed

TRADITIONAL AFTERNOON

TEA

Murder MysteryInspired by the much loved iconic show, you are invited to join the teams and discover just exactly whats going on, because ‘we are darned if we know’! Thursday 19th February from 7.15pm

£19.95 per person including 3 course dinner

60s 70s80s Night Friday 30th JanuaryHalf price drinks for ladies with a ladies drinks pass! (available from the hotel only £1) drinks from a limited menu to include vodka and mixer, wine and vs blue/watermelonSpecial guest Tony Discipline (Tyler Moon) from EASTENDERSEveryone welcome for this premierpopular Thetford monthly Disco Nite.

Welcome to your January About Thetford magazine, the first of 2015! We hope you all had a very enjoyable Christmas.We’re pleased to be able to bring you a special feature this month to coincide with the New Year and probably a number of New Years resolutions - no doubt many of them health and fitness related! We’ve pulled together several pages detailing the numerous activities locally that you could take part in to help you lose weight or just become healthier. Special thanks to all those people that have shared their own personal stories.May we take this opportunity to wish all our readers and advertisers a healthy & prosperous New Year. Best wishes, Terry, Michelle and Ricky

New e-mail address for all articles, adverts etc: [email protected] us: 07742157967 Address: 21 Crecy Mews, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 2ZB


Publisher; In And About Thetford Ltd, C/o 21 Crecy Mews, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 2ZBWhilst every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of information contained within this magazine, the publishers take no responsibility for the accuracy of statements made by its contributors, in any advertisements or for any loss arising from non-publication of any advertisement. Reproduction of any part of this publication without permission of the publishers is strictly forbidden. The views expressed by contributors are not necessarily those of the publisher

Deadline for February edition is 15th January

Remember we are now on Facebook, like us at ‘About Thetford magazine’

APPLIANCEREPAIRS

WASHING MACHINES • ELECTRIC COOKERSTUMBLE DRYERS • FRIDGES • D/WASHERSHotpoint, Hoover, Zanussi, Bosch, AEG, Siemans,

Creda, Servis, Indesit, Whirlpool, Electra, Beko.Same day / next day repairs

15 Mile radius of Thetford • All repairs guaranteedNO CALL-OUT CHARGE

Thetford: 07760 615 846speak to Gwyneth or Jim direct

TRY THE ESTABLISHED “FAST & FRIENDLY” SERVICE

Project3:Layout 1 18/10/2014 11:35 Page 1

Acorn Landscaping & Fencing “Just ask A.L.F.”Fencing • Landscaping • Regular garden maintenance Garden clearance • Pressure washing • Turfing supplied and laidAll aspects of tree works undertaken – City & Guilds N.P.T.C. qualified

CALL US FOR A FREE QUOTE ON 01842 769195 or 07840 255893

Find us on

Painting and Decorating

For all your internal and external painting.

Call Chris for a free quote on 07769697626

Finish Coat

The Thomas Paine Hotel 33 White Hart Street Thetford IP24 1AA

Tel: 01842 750372 www.thethomaspainehotel.co.uk

Valentine’s Night...

The Thomas Paine Hotel

has totally

FREE WIFI

throughout.

Serving teas/coffees,

breakfast lunch pastries etc.

All day.

Enjoy a magical valentines with Paul Martin magician and mind reader to the royals and celebrities up close and personal. Only 40 spaces, four course dinner, pink bubbly on arrival, and a rose for each lady with Paul,

all yours for the evening

£49.95 per person

A night not to be missed

TRADITIONAL AFTERNOON

TEA

Murder MysteryInspired by the much loved iconic show, you are invited to join the teams and discover just exactly whats going on, because ‘we are darned if we know’! Thursday 19th February from 7.15pm

£19.95 per person including 3 course dinner

60s 70s80s Night Friday 30th JanuaryHalf price drinks for ladies with a ladies drinks pass! (available from the hotel only £1) drinks from a limited menu to include vodka and mixer, wine and vs blue/watermelonSpecial guest Tony Discipline (Tyler Moon) from EASTENDERSEveryone welcome for this premierpopular Thetford monthly Disco Nite.


Welcome to the January 2015 About Thetford Health and Fitness special feature....

Hello and a warm welcome as we move to the end of 2014 and start a whole new year. It's the time of year when many people look forward to a fresh start in life and decide to improve their health and fitness. Whether your goal is to lose weight, exercise regularly or stop smoking, embrace the New Year, look to a New You! Locally we have many clubs, groups and instructors that offer a high quality, professional and diverse range of classes and services; there is something for everyone and you have the support you will need to achieve your goals. Reading through the advertisements and case studies and testimonials I feel very proud on what the town offers for the health of the community. Many people ask what is the best form of exercise, what is the best weight loss method. We are all different, some body types respond better to certain training systems, if an individual has an injury or medical condition certain types of exercises may be advised against. This applies to dare I say ‘diets’. Many have tried various fad diets - great for initial weight loss but being healthy is a lifestyle, be the best version of you, aspire for total health & well being. Look for something you enjoy, the more you enjoy the more you do!

In best health, Michelle x

P.S. We would love to hear your health and fitness goals, send them to; [email protected] Those individuals that achieve their goals and are willing to motivate / inspire others will be featured in our New Year edition 2016.

Contact: 07866 534087 Zumba Lou Lou Email: [email protected]

New Year,New You!

With Award Winning instructor Zumba Lou Lou

DAY TIME LOCATION

Mon 9.30am - 10.30am

Abbey Neighbourhood Centre, IP24 1EE

Mon 7pm - 8pm Carnegie Rooms, IP24 2DS FREE TONING!

Thurs 7pm - 8pm Charles Burrell Centre, IP24 3LH

Burn calories, get in shape and have fun!

Get fit at the best party ever!

Thetford Pamper Zumbathon & Market 2014 raised £9,000 for three excellent charities

We are extremely proud to announce our final total for the Thetford Pamper Zumbathon and Market 2014 is £9000.56!!! In 2014, we supported three charities East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH), Stillbirth & Neonatal Death charity (SANDS) & Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity (GOSHC). Cheques for £3000.18 were presented by Zumba Lou Lou to Ruth Beattie on behalf of GOSHC, Sharon Wing on behalf of SANDS and Juliet Garnham on behalf of EACH at a presentation evening. This is our second event, previously we raised an amazing £5,300 for EACH and couldn’t comprehend beating that. We are so pleased when we thought we would reach £7000 but £9000 is a truly outstanding amount. The money raised for GOSHC will be put towards the cost of a new echocardiogram (which currently costs in the region of £249,000). This is a piece of equipment used to examine the heart and provide information on the condition of the chambers, valves and major blood vessels. In addition to showing the health of the heart, the test can help identify types of heart disease, or the effectiveness of treatment. GOSH currently scan 12,000 children’s hearts a year and this machine will replace some of the older end of life machines but also enable GOSH to set up extra outpatient clinics, meaning children are seen and treated earlier than ever before which can be lifesaving. We would like to thank everyone who took part in the event, stall holders, entrants, helpers, guest instructors, fundraisers, sponsors and donators for making the event a success again this year! If you are interested in sponsoring or supporting next year’s event, and making a difference to local lives please contact Zumba Lou Lou on 078660534087 & [email protected]



Over £6,000 raised for Cancer Research UK through Thetford Race to Life 2014

Sign up for Race for Life 2015!A cheque for £6417.85 was recently presented to Tom Bamford, Norfolk Co-ordinator for Cancer Research UK. The funds were raised at the Thetford Race for Life event held held during 2014. Organiser Mark Robinson, said: “I’m delighted with the huge amount of money raised, this would not have been possible without the support and generosity of the community. This is the second year we have hosted Race for Life in Thetford, the event goes from strength to strength. I have been overwhelmed by people’s kindness and wish to thank all people who contributed to a great day. Plans are already at the advanced stage to deliver a bigger fun event in 2015 to raise much needed funds for a worthy cause".

The next event will be taking place on the 26th July 2015 and will be for both men and women. Registration details will be published soon and this year we will be opening up an online registration process to make taking part even easier. Please do get in touch if you wish to help out with this event in any way. To get involved contact Mark on 07864 882768 email: [email protected]

Zumbathon raised £9,000!



"After retiring from a busy work life, I decided to join the Thetford Rosemary Conley Class. From a size 18 I soon managed to trim down to a 14 but then my weight yoyo'd for a few years until 2009 when the classes were taken over by Jo Butcher (which last year became Jo's fit4all classes.) Jo proved to be the motivation I needed. She herself had lost a lot of weight and her enthusiasm was infectious. Her exercise classes are fun and filled with humour, with everyone encouraged to work at their own level. With her support and encouragement, I found the determination to shift a further stone and finally in Spring 2013 I achieved my target weight of 8st 7lbs (a 3 stone weight loss) and now fit comfortably into size 10 clothes. I may gain a lb or two from time to time, but

Jo is always there to give me the motivation to put that bad week in the past and to get right back on track and I've maintained my goal weight for over a year now. I still look forward to the weekly class, not just because it helps me to stay mo-tivated, but also because I have made some good friends at class and through the social events that Jo organises." "My fitness levels have greatly improved as a result of my weight loss and Jo's classes, so much so, that I now participate in classes at Leisure Centre as well as the Thetford Parkrun which I joined 18 months ago. This in turn has led to me taking part in a number of 5k and 10k races and this August saw me completing my 1st marathon followed fairly swiftly by 3 more. At the age of 64, I can honestly say that I am now much fitter and healthier than I was in my 30's."

Des Talbot, A member of Jo's Fit4all Classes

ICENI YOGASo what do the student's think?

"When Sarah approached me to hold a class at Thetford Academy I was excited to be able to offer a new class to our community, but even more so that I would be able to join in on Tuesday evenings. Like most mums my life can be very frenetic. Running in the woods helps to keep a sense of balance; however finding quiet time is more challenging. That's what Yoga has brought to my life in these few short weeks since we started our practice, quiet time to reflect, regroup my thoughts and restore some equilibrium to my life. Sarah is an inspirational teacher and I'm looking forward to continuing our journey in 2015” SARA C

“I love going to Sarah’s classes. The classes are really friendly and have a really positive atmosphere. I find it helps me relax and quieten my mind especially if I have had a busy day. I also feel like I am starting to build my body strength and loosen tight muscles, I am sure this is all helping with my other hobby,running“ CAROLINE P


The hottest new fitness craze sweep-ing the nation has arrived in Thetford.

FitSteps®, the UK’s newest dance fitness programme created by Strictly Come Dancing stars Natalie Lowe, Ian Waite and former contestant and world champion swimmer Mark Foster, is coming to Thetford in January, thanks to local fitness instructor Rosemary Godfrey.

Rosemary, is launching a new FitSteps® class at the Guildhall, to inspire locals to get fit, have fun and try something new in their local community.

FitSteps® is the first dance fusion of its kind which blends the elegant movements of

Ballroom and the up-tempo pace of Latin dances, with a series of tried and tested fitness methods into a simple, easy to follow class, that works, tones and sculpts the whole body. Just one 45-minute session can burn up to a staggering 700 calories. Rosemary Godfrey, FitSteps Instructor said: “I absolutely love teaching FitSteps – it’s so much fun, you don’t realise what a great workout you are getting”.

Chris Rooke who also attends Rosemary’s class said: “As an ‘older lady,’ I am looking for an exercise that doesn’t demand too much of my body. With FitSteps, I can do a lower impact version without feeling embarrassed”.

There are now over 1,700 licenced instructors in 700 locations, with over 1,400 classes available held each week in gyms leisure centres and community facilities across the UK and Ireland.

If you fancy putting some rhythm into your workout at Rosemary’s class, then join her at 6.30pm on Wednesdays at the Guildhall, Marketplace, Thetford from 7th January. You can find out more from her website www.fitstepsbody.co.uk or call her on 07791 115421.

NEW YEAR, NEW YOU

TTA FITNESS your community gym at Thetford Academy is offering half price membership to all NEW members for January. We re-open on Saturday 3rd January. Pop in and sign up, monthly membership from £5 students, £10 adults (offer price).

LEARN A NEW SKILL, BRUSH UP ON AN OLD ONEIn connection with West Suffolk College, Thetford Academy will be holding an Adult Education Open Evening on Wednesday 14th January from 6-8 pm. Please come along and find out the wide range of courses available to sign up for.

Contact Sara Clark Community Manager for more information on 07766 791956

Home Visiting Foot Health Practitioner

Alison LaytonMCFHP MAFHP

For all your foot health needsNails Cut, Corns, Calluses etc.

Call: 07904 684959Please mention the About Thetford Magazine when responding to advertisements

9



Tracey’s story... how Slimming World changed my life..

My name is Tracey Foster, for most of my life I have had a weight problem and have tried so many diets where I’d lose weight then gain it again once I stopped going. But in 2009 I decided to actually do something about it once and for all. With the help of a friend, I went to my first Slimming World Class at Cloverfields Church run by Shani Yates. I couldn’t give anyone eye contact because I didn’t feel that I deserved it, so used to huddle at the end of the row of chairs and only speak when spoken to..

That was then….Now, I have lost 11.5 stone, and am on the final stage to get to target. I wouldn’t say it’s been easy as there has been times when I struggled. But at Slimming World it’s not a diet, it’s a way of life. Everyone says cut this out, cut out that, but with Slimming World there are no forbidden foods. Not only have I gained confidence but with the help of exercise, this has helped me to realise that I will not go back down

MONDAYThetfordCloverfield Church10am, 12noon, 5pm and 7pmTel: Shani 01842 820001

THURSDAYSThetfordCharles Burrell Centre9.30am and 11.30am

Abbey Neighbourhood Centre5.30pm and 7.30pm Tel: Maxine 01842 766027

the wrong route again. My exercise routine, well, what can I say. From never doing anything, to now, Two years ago I swam the English channel at my local baths for Aspire. All this from a person who until last year was told I could end up in a wheelchair as my legs were giving up.

Editor’s note: Thank-you to Tracey for sharing her story with us and congratulations on what you have achieved. We hope that it will inspire others.


THETFORD PARK-RUN... how it began!

Has managing weight or fitness been difficult for you? Are you apprehensive of joining a gym or you do not have the spare finances to join a gym? So, how can you lose weight and get fit in a friendly environment?.

In 2013, Melanie Floyd, a runner thought about bringing parkrun to Thetford with the aim of improving fitness for people of all abilities and all levels of fitness. Four years ago Melanie was a non runner herself and trained herself to complete the London marathon in 2011. Since 2011 Melanie has completed 89 marathons and in 2014 completed 57 marathons in a year. Melanie with a small core team obtained funding from Moving Thetford Forward, Town Council, Breckland Council and Parkrun UK to set up a parkrun.

Parkrun is 100% supported by volunteers from the community and takes place at 9am every Saturday morning. The start and finish of the parkrun is at the Priory car park. The aim of parkrun is to attract walkers, runners and joggers and we have people who can complete the 5k (3.1 mile) run from 16 minutes to over an hour. Time is not a factor and we welcome walkers equally. If you think 5k is too much to begin with we encourage and support people to start less and build up. We ask participants to register at www.parkrun.org.uk where you can obtain your own personal athlete number and monitor your improvement each time you take part. We are a very social group and everyone is supported. Youngest taking part is 4 years old right through to someone in their 70’s. On average Thetford parkrun attracts over a 100 participants each week and we have a good collaboration with Slimming World as well. The volunteers of parkrun are passionate about exercise and we also have a social run group on a Tuesday evening who complete a 5k run in the winter and a 5-10k run in the summer. We also have a group on a Sunday morning who complete an endurance run which means they are able to work towards taking part in 10k events through to marathons.

Thetford Park Run meets every Saturday morning at 9am at the car park near to the Priory entrance on Water Lane - it’s free to

take part. Register at:www.parkrun.org.uk/thetford

Living for Life is a local Training Provider,with local specialist tutors offering flexiblepayment plans & flexible learning.

M 07725 582817E [email protected] living4life.co.uk

Specialist Courses • Level 2 chair based exercise • Level 3 exercise for the older person• Level 3 exercise referral • Level 3 nutrition • Level 3 tutor training• Level 3 assessing qualification

Taught Courses• Level 2 gym instructing • Level 3 personal training • Level 2 indoor cycling • Level 2 circuits • Level 2 box fit • Level 2 kick fit

For a career you love contact us now...

Michelle Jermy Adverts_Layout 1 11/12/2014 15:30 Page 1

be the best version of youT 07725 582817E [email protected] michellejermyfitness.co.uk

Strong to the Core10 sessions you will feel a difference, 20 sessions you will see a difference & 30 sessions you will have a whole new body.

Benefits of Pilates - Excellent core muscles,physical fitness, health benefits, weightmanagement, body toning, increased flexibility, concentration, improved posture,stress release.

Classes Include - Pilates, Power Pilates, Fitness Pilates/Yoga, Balls & Bands, Controlled Controlling, Pilates Stretch.

Work at your own pace, classes suitable for allages, abilities, shapes & sizes. To find out whatclass would suit your needs, please contact.

Pilates makes you happy!

Michelle Jermy Adverts_Layout 1 11/12/2014 15:30 Page 2


CARAVANSBOUGHT

FOR CASH

Platinum

Newly Opened Caravan DealershipCome visit our indoor showroom!

10-14 Telford Way, Thetford, Norfolk IP24 1HUContact Us... 01842 337180 [email protected] www.beezleisure.co.uk

Limited Period Special Offer £129*Single Axle Service save £70! was £199

HUGE DISCOUNTS on 2014 models

Cheapest in the UK - Limited Stock!

Proud dealers of...

Caravan Service

What’s it all about?Those of us that live in Thetford know

that we have a very vibrant community and we have many local residents that go

that extra distance to support community life in the town. Starting this month we will feature a different ‘community hero’ each month to recognise those people that so often go unrecognised for their efforts - but we need your help! We are asking our readers to nominate someone that you feel should be recognised as a ‘community hero’. Someone who you believe works hard to support community life, or perhaps goes that extra mile. So, it’s over to you! Send you nominations to Community Hero, About Thetford Magazine C/o 21 Crecy Mews, Thetford, IP24 2ZB or e-mail:

[email protected] Nominations must be received by the

15th of each month

Your first ‘community hero’ has been chosen! After consideration of all the entries that we received, we are pleased to announce that Digby Smith has been chosen as the ‘community hero’ for this month’s edition.

Digby was nominated by two people; Stuart Wilson and Jane Varanand. Stuart said; “I wish to nominate Digby Smith for the Community Hero award. Digby is an active member of the Thetford Society serving on the Environmental Committee. For seven years Digby has run the ‘River Corridor Group’. This group are tasked with the objective of keeping Thetford’s river corridor a place to be proud of. Each week, whatever the weather or time of year, on a Thursday morning, Digby and his band of volunteers walk the river banks and surrounding areas working to keep footpaths open, to clear litter, fallen trees, and invasive plant species as well as reporting their concerns to the necessary authorities. Digby co-ordinates the work and liaises with Breckland Council, the Town Council, the Environment Agency and SERCO to ensure that work is not duplicated, is carried out legally and the mounds of debris are collected to be disposed of.

Jane Varanand added; “It can often be a thankless task - picking up so much rubbish etc. and I shouldn’t think a lot of people in Thetford even know that it is being done. A great guy and definitely an ‘unsung’ hero”

Congratulations to Digby, and also to all the volunteers that assist with the River Corridor project. Thanks to Thetford Garden Centre he now has £50 to spend with an advertiser of his choice from the January magazine.

January ‘Community Hero’ Digby Smith

Tracy Prudden F.M.A.A.T. 01842 763340 or 07877 403764

[email protected]

Breckland Accountancy Services – Friendly Local Accountants

l VAT Returnsl Payrolll Tax Returns

l Financial Forecastingl Budgetingl Business Plans

l Year End Accountsl Self Employed to

Small Ltd Companies

l Competitive Pricesl No Job Too Small

For a FREE no obligation initial consultation call Tracy for a professional, reliable service with over 20 years experience.

5

Breckland Accountancy Ltd - Friendly Local Accountants

Tracy Prudden F.M.A.A.T. 01842 763340 or 07877 403764

[email protected]

Breckland Accountancy Services – Friendly Local Accountants

l VAT Returnsl Payrolll Tax Returns

l Financial Forecastingl Budgetingl Business Plans

l Year End Accountsl Self Employed to

Small Ltd Companies

l Competitive Pricesl No Job Too Small

For a FREE no obligation initial consultation call Tracy for a professional, reliable service with over 20 years experience.

Simark Accountants Belmont House20 King Street Thetford Norfolk IP24 2AP

Do you waste hours of time on paperwork you loathe?Or do you loathe it so much that it’s

not getting done at all?Make life easy, call for a free consultation:

01842 754005

KEEPING IT IN THE FAMILY IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT THE NUMBERS

An innovative and forward thinking firm of chartered accountants, which has been helping families preserve and grow their wealth for over 150 years.For a free consultation contact: Colin Chamberlain | 01842 [email protected]

www.lovewell-blake.co.uk

9000_LB_AboutThetfordAdvert_070514.indd 1 07/05/2014 09:24


Are you paying more than you need for gas and electricity? Do you know how much you could save by switching?

The Citizens Advice Bureau can help. Citizens Advice has been working on Energy Best Deal with support from the energy regulator Ofgem and major energy companies to improve the confidence of domestic energy customers to shop around, reduce bills and get help if falling behind. Please telephone 01842 752777 to make an appointment to see one of our advisers. We will show you the savings that can be made by switching fuel providers or negotiating with existing providers; provide information about help available for people struggling to pay their gas and electricity bills; explain how you might save money by using less energy, and offer advice and help around energy efficiency.Once you have an appointment you should bring a copy of your most recent bill (if using a pay-as-you-go meter note down roughly how much energy you use

each year); details of the tariff you are on including whether there is an exit fee (if you don’t know, contact your energy supplier); how much energy you used in the last year; how you currently pay for your energy; and information about any benefits you may be getting.

PARTICIPATORY BUDGETINGGrants of up to £1,000 are available for community projects. Contact Keystone Development Trust on 01842 768300.

Deadline for applications; 30th January 15’

New Years ResolutionsNow Christmas is behind us, all the decorations have been packed safely away and we feel we may just have indulged a little bit more than we meant to! Usually we like to start the New Year with a resolution to improve ourselves in some way. This may be in the form of taking something up or giving up something. I think we try too hard and then get disappointed with ourselves if we don’t succeed. This year perhaps approach any new interests, such as being more healthy or making more time for doing things you enjoy by tackling it in a different way:-Organise yourself in shorter amounts of time, for example, make a plan of things you need to do and also things you would like to do. Then see how you can slot some of your like to’ s into your week. Reward yourself with healthy treats when you feel you have been good, all be it a trip to the gym or the salon.

We all need to take care of ourselves but tend to put other priorities before our own needs. This year try to focus on good time management to get the maximum from your day / week. Happy New Year!

Wedding FayreYour perfect wedding can be found on Sunday 18th January 2015

at The Thomas Paine HotelVisit us and discover a stunning hotel with a choice of...

Professional Wedding DJ • Photographers • Florists • Cakes • Stationery Hair & Beauty • Jewellery • Bridal Wear • Chocolate Fountain • Wedding Cars

Each bride who book on the day and pay a 10% deposit will receive free chair cover hire worth £200

Everything you need for that perfect day...Free Admission, open from 11.00am - 4.00pm

33 White Hart Street Thetford IP24 1AATel: 01842 750372 www.thethomaspainehotel.co.uk


Halcyon DaysSkin Care & Laser Clinic

IPL Hair Removal

IPL Skin Rejuvenation

Permanent make up

Dermalogica Facials

OPI Nail Treatments

CACI Non Surgical Facelift

3 Woolhall Street, Bury St. EdmundsSuffolk IP33 1LA

Tel: 01284 704991info@halcyondaysskincare.co.ukwww.halcyondaysskincare.co.uk

Halcyon Days Aug 2012:Layout 1 18/12/2014 09:22 P

Thetford (Breckland) Lioness’s joined with others at a Christmas Craft Fair. The Lioness’s tombola with a prize every time was an offer not to be missed.. and a total of £81 was raised. Each fundraiser will be used to provide money for the

Lioness charities including Clowns in the Sky, CysticFibrosis and Silver Line. New members are welcome. For more information contact Dorothy on 0845-8334764

Thetford Rotarians with their partners enjoyed their Christmas Dinner at West Suffolk College’s Edmunds Restaurant. The first year students provided an excellent three course meal preceeded by very tasty canapés. It is a pleasure to be served by enthusiastic youngsters just starting their careers in catering. The Reverend Bob Baker entertained with an irreverent grace and amusing reflections on the meaning of Christmas. Following the entertainment members agreed to donate £200 to Thetford Food Bank.

Breckland Cats ProtectionTel: 01842 754670 / 01953 681092

Happy New Year to everyone. We start the New Year full of hope that it will be a kinder year where pet owners take responsibility for their animals. During 2014 we have helped 330 cats, of this figure 140 were kittens. Now is the time to get your cat neutered, boys as well as girls, contact us if you need help with this. Please don’t put it off as cats can be neutered from 4-5 months old and Spring is just around the corner.

Thank you to Pets at Home who gave us a cheque for £396.60. They hold charity weekends during the year and this is one of a few cheques they have given us. .


Photo shows Dorothy and Lioness Secretary Lesley

The lovely Milo, from last month, found his forever home. Little Molly who had the knee operation is bouncing around now and is ready for her new home. She needs a home without young children. We start rehoming again on 3rd January. All our cats are with us through no fault of their own but through manmade conditions and they deserve permanent, loving homes.

We have lots of friendly cats and kittens. If you can offer a home to any of our rescue cats please contact us either by phone or our web site: www.breckland.cats.org.uk where you will find a link for our Facebook page.

www.winnersbingo.co.ukOpen EVERY AFTERNOON and EVENING

Morning sessions Tuesday and Thursday

• BIG CASH PRIZES every day• SLOT MACHINE LOUNGE• SUPER LINK and NATIONAL GAMES• HOT and COLD MEALS at the BUFFET• LICENSED BAR• FULLY AIR CONDITIONED• JOIN FREE and PLAY on arrival at the club

Guildhall Street ThetfordTel: 01842 752279

Volunteers collecting the cheque from Pets at Home

The December meeting of the Thetford Society heard Vince Thurkettle speak on his love of wood fires - an appropriate topic for what was a frosty winter’s evening. His long association with trees and burning wood made for a fascinating talk. He touched on the great importance and long history of fire itself, the ethics of using trees for fuel and how we might get the best results from our own domestic fires. Copies of his book The Wood Fire Handbook sold well. Mr Thurkettle is also an expert on gold panning and it is hoped that he will return to share his knowledge on that topic on another occasion.

The society’s Christmas buffet will take place on January 3rd and the next meeting is on January 6th at 7.30pm at the URC when the subject will be “50 years of Radio Caroline in 50 minutes”. New members are always welcome.

Corinne Brindle, Secretary


The Christmas meeting Of Thetford Inner Wheel Club took place last week. It had been decided that we would send extra support to the Thetford Food Bank this month, and a collection of foodstuffs was given, which was later taken along to the Food Bank by Carol Manderfield and Carol Goodchild. Following our Christmas meal, an entertaining quiz, organised by Marie Muir rounded off the meeting. Mary Rolton, Club Correspondent.

JOB VACANCY

ADMIN ASSISTANT 15 HOURS PER WEEK

£7.85 per hour

ABOUT THETFORD MAGAZINETo assist with all administrative tasks

needed to ensure the successful production and delivery of the About

Thetford magazine. Anybody interested in applying needs to send a CV and covering letter outlining

their suitability for the role to; [email protected]: 5pm, Saturday 10th January

2015

Elles Beaus & BellesDog Grooming Room

Collection and DeliveryService Available

Mob: 07932 359832Tel: 01842 764006

Elles Dog Groming Service:62.25 16/12/2011 15:45 P

THE BEECHES

� Rooms from £550 per week

� Single En Suite Bedrooms

� Permanent, Respite and

Holiday Care Chiropody

and Hairdressing in

the Town Centre

� Individual Centred Care

� Home Cooked Meals

� Daily Activity

� Flat Screen TV in

Every Bedroom

The Beeches 1 West Harling Road, East Harling, Norwich, Norfolk, NR16 2N

Telephone +44 (0)1953 717 584 Fax. : +44 (0)1953 717 584

[email protected]

THE BEECHES

OVER £550,000 SPENT ON UPGRADING THE HOME!


Wild Walks in Thetford

Join our monthly group walk for adults in Thetford; the walks are varied in route and topic, each providing an opportunity to learn something different about the wildlife and heritage of Thetford and the Brecks. This is a fantastic opportunity to get outdoors in the fresh air, meet new people and enjoy learning more about what can be found on your doorstep. For any budding nature enthusiasts, complete beginners and budding photographers you’ll have the chance to see brilliant urban wildlife such as kingfishers up close. No need to book just meet us at the Captain Mainwaring statue in the bus station car park 15 minutes before the start of the walk. Free entry.

Sunday 11 January 11:00am-12:30pm

Big Garden Birdwatch! Wild activities at the BTO reserve, Thetford. IP24 2PU. Join the RSPB and the BTO to celebrate the world’s biggest wildlife survey! We’ve got a day full of free wildlife activities. Join us for bird ringing, bird feeder making, nature trails, guided walks and more.

BTO led guided walks- 11:30am and 2:00pm. All other activities 11:00am to 4:00pm. No need to book. Free entry.

Sunday 25th January, 11am - 4pm

For information about our events please contact 01842 753732 or [email protected]


Sketchclub open to develop artistic skills

Kevin Moore, a local artist, has set up Sketchclub, a weekly club for adults and children keen to learn artistic skills & develop techniques. Sketchclub has now been running for over 2 years and caters for 9-80+ years of age. Sketchclub is a friendly club that builds artistic confidence & develops understanding of all kinds of sketching skills, use of colour and creative tips. Kevin has many years of experience in teaching art in Kent & East Anglia with children and adults.

Sketchclub is held at King Street Community Church (opposite Poundland) on Thursday evenings from 6.30-8pm with an optional extra hour for adults who want a longer session to 9pm. Parents can come with children and learn together, adults can also bring interested friends. The classes run during the holidays apart from the summer holidays and are designed to help individuals in their art journey, giving fresh inspiration and guidance to all abilities. Further details are available from Kevin Moore on:

[email protected] or telephone: 01842 750060

VEHICLE RENTAL

Opening Hours Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm • Saturday 9am - 12:30pmCars Unlimited Mileage / VAT & Insurance all Included

Weekend Rates - 4pm Friday - 9am Monday

2 FISON WAY, THETFORD IP24 1HT

Tel: 01842 768036www.easyfleet.co.uk

JanuarySpecialOfferAll SmallCars only

£30per day

Including VAT &

Insurance


Easyfleet would like to wish everyone a Very Happy and Prosperous 2015

WEEKEND 4pm Fri - 9am Mon Charge for 2 Days Rental

WEEKLY 7 Days for the Price of 5

Merc SprinterDaily Rate - £65.00 Weekend - £130.00 Monthly Rate - £975.00

Ford FiestaDaily Rate - £30.00 Weekend - £60.00 Weekly Rate - £125.00

Ford FocusDaily Rate - £40.00 Weekend - £80.00 Weekly Rate - £200.00


Tel: 01359 259818or visit www.ovenclean.comto find your local specialist

Too busy?

Let Ovenclean take care of it!

Tel: 01359 259818or visit www.ovenclean.comto find your local specialist

Too busy?

Let Ovenclean take care of it!Too Busy?

Let Ovenclean take care of it

tel: 01359 259818 or visit

www.ovenclean.com to find your local specialist

Up To Scratch

Call: 764933 or 07887 592 060

Nails by Sam

� Nail Extensions� Manicures� Pedicures� Shellac� Minx15 Collingwood Way, Thetford

Peter (Owner) Fiona and Ricky

The HairstylistsWishing all a prosperous New Year

19 Guildhall StreetThetford, Norfolk IP24 2DT

Tel: 01842 763145

Fully Air Conditioned

Est. 1981So much hairdressing

experience in one Salon

John Oliver Jan 2015:John Oliver 11/12/2014 18:24 P

4 Anna Gurney Close • Croxton Road • ThetfordEmail: [email protected]

www.cre8ivehairstudio.co.uk

tel 01842 761061

Cre8ive hair studioUnisex

Late nights on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and products for sale from Paul Mitchell, GHD and GHD limited edition offers.

Specialising in allaspects of hairdressingSpecialising in allaspects of hairdressing

CHAIRS FOR RENT!!CALLING ALL HAIRSTYLIST

Are you or anyone you know looking to rent a chair? Then please, Apply with-in salon orcall Kerryanne on number below. ( very good rates )

Special offers for January & February 2015

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

* 15% off full head colours

and full head foils.

* 10% off root touch

& half head foils.

Offers above excludes semi/Demi colours.

Please bring advert in, to receive your offer's.

Cre8ive Jan 2015:Layout 1 15/12/2014 15:37 Page 1

AUTOPARTSCar Audio, Parts & Accessories, BatteriesStarter Motors, Number Plates, WheelsTrade Welcome, Local Delivery Service

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEKUnit 1, Rutherford Way, Thetford IP24 1HA

01842 762238

THETFORDM&S Breckland Motors

8-9 St. Helens Way, Thetford, Norfolk IP24 1HG

Full Range of Automotive Services including:

MOT’s l Servicing l RepairsDiagnostics l 4 Wheel Alignment, etc.

Mon - Fri 8am till 5pmSat 9am till 1pm

Tel: 01842 764002Specia

l Offer

MOT

£40.00

M&S Breckland Motors:Business Card 26/04/2014 17:3

MOTOR ENGINEERSABBEY GARAGE

ServicingMOTsExhaustsBrakesDiagnostics

Steering Suspension& Shock Absorbers

TEL: 01842 755398Unit 2, 22 Millers Lane, Thetford, IP24 1AP

FRIENDLY LOCALAFFORDABLE

New Abbey Garage:Abbey Garage 19/03/2014 11:56

Gorse Industrial Estate • [email protected]

01842 890304M 07737 151916 (til 7pm)

Servicing all makes and models includingnew cars, keeping manufacturers warranty

FREE MOTwith an Eliteplus Service

Economy Power Plus Tuning

7 Days a WeekMOT’s

Now

ONLY

Established 20 Years

£39.95£39.95

DISCOUNT MOTs

VICKERSMOTORS LTDThe Female Friendly Garage

Good Honest Service

Telephone:01842 765122

Email:[email protected]

23 Brunel Way, Thetford, Norfolk IP24 1HP

DISCOUNT MOTs

Reliable Family Run Business

FREE RETESTS Servicing and Repairs on all Makes & Models

Engine Management DiagnosticsFault Code Reader • Tyres & Exhausts

(Hackney Carriages and Private Hire Tested)Air Conditioning

(Repairs, Recharges, Diagnostics, Service)

Open Monday - Friday 8am - 6pmand Saturdays 8am - 1pm

Had a quote elsewhere!!Give us a call,

we may be able to beat it


£50 - £500£50 - £500Runners / Non RunnersMOT Failures

Call or Text Dean 7 Days forFREE Same Day Collection

Paid for Cars

01842 89089507412 541 92601842 89089507412 541 926

DRS Autos:DRS Motors 16/10/2014 18:09 Page 1

Introducing Mark Snowdon... Manager of the Charles Burrell Centre

The Charles Burrell Centre opened for business in May this year, almost a year after the former secondary school on the same site had closed. Thetford Town Council requested to lease the site from Norfolk County Council in order to open it as a community and business centre to benefit the people of the town.

In September, Mark Snowdon was appointed as the Centre Manager and has continued to ensure the development of the site by supporting its tenants and securing new ones. Mark was formerly the Duty Manager at the Breckland Leisure Centre and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the project.

“I am a former pupil of the school and having spent over nine years in local leisure management, I took a very keen interest in the site’s plans. I was subsequently very excited to be given the opportunity to help the centre thrive. I have lived in Thetford my entire life and have three young children so this community is very important to me. My plan is to make Charles Burrell Centre the very heart of this community with a vision of it providing support to local business, helping create new ones and providing the area with a busy and vibrant hub that unites people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities”.

The centre will run as an independent entity from April 2015 following the Town Council’s approval of plans to form a cooperative. This will give the tenants and the wider community a chance to become shareholders and have a say in the future running of the centre. Shares are now available to purchase and can be bought from the reception at Thetford Town Council at Kings House, Thetford.

The Centre also welcomes any volunteers that wish to help in this community project or gain valuable work experience. There are many roles available including reception duties, maintenance tasks, cleaning and gardening. For more information please call 01842 779867 or email:

[email protected]

Red Hot MealsRed Hot Meals

Please contact Rachael or Chloe on 01842 766575E-mail: [email protected]

Nutritious, delicious meals on wheels delivered to your door

Order 5 meals in your first week and get the 6th free!

Red Hot Meals Dec 14:Layout 1 20/11/2014 11:38 Pa


tel: 0786 100 3248

email: [email protected] www. wellmadetheatre.com

Saturdays & Mid Week Classes WellMade Theatre Co Charles Burrell Centre Staniforth Rd, Thetford, IP24 3LH

PC or Laptop running SLOW?

Got A Virus? Need help? Need a friendly and professional IT service

for Windows & Mac, then call Joe Richards at

Tel: 01953 718421

Mob: 07928 326008 Email: [email protected]

Website: www.bailiwickit.com

Tel: 01953 718421 • Mob: 07928 326008 Email: [email protected]

Website: www.bailiwickit.com

PC or Laptop running SLOW?Got A Virus? Need help?

Need a friendly and professional IT service for Windows & Mac, then call Joe Richards at

l Laptop Repair - Virus Removall Collect and Return Servicel Data Recovery Specialistsl Website Design and Hostingl iPhone, Samsung, Nokia, Screen Repairsl Repairs carried out by qualified engineersW: www.bluechillitechnology.co.ukE: info@ bluechillitechnology.co.uk

www.facebook.com/bluechillitechnology

01842 400321 - 07847 732 883


Age UK Norfolk is asking you to make volunteering your New Year’s

resolution for 2015 A little of your time could make a big difference... Age UK Norfolk is a local charity, helping local people. Each year we provide support to thousands of older people in Norfolk and have been doing so for over 65 years. Our free Information, Advice and Advocacy Service offers support on a wide range of issues, including benefits and entitlements, advocacy, bereavement advice, money matters, housing and care options and much more! Age UK Norfolk also offers, dementia support services, telephone befriending, day support clubs and respite care. Last year our Benefits Outreach service helped older people living in Norfolk receive a total of £2,942,986 in benefits and entitlements that otherwise would have been unclaimed. Could you help? The services and support Age UK Norfolk offers would not exist without our volunteers and we are currently in urgent need of new volunteers! Volunteering for Age UK Norfolk is an opportunity to learn new skills, meet new people and work within a friendly, professional organisation and have the satisfaction of knowing that you are making a real difference to people’s lives. Volunteering benefits not just the older person receiving your support, but also, their family, friends and the wider community - and you!

But don’t just take our word for it… Here are some views from Age UK Norfolk volunteers: “I enjoy the satisfaction of knowing I have had a positive impact on the lives of those not as fortunate as myself. For me the best part of being a volunteer is at the end of a visit to a service user when he/she says 'thank you Mike'.”

Something for everyone! We offer a wide variety of volunteering opportunities throughout Norfolk. Just a selection of volunteering roles at Age UK Norfolk: Telephone befriender, Day support volunteer, Administrative assistant, Fundraising assistant, Information and advice assistant, Benefits outreach advisor Trustee, Money Matters assistant, Advocacy assistant Pick up the phone to find out what Age UK Norfolk can offer you! Call our volunteer recruitment line on 01603 785241 or check out our website to find out more:

www.ageuknorfolk.org.uk


Horse racing empire that’s a key part of Thetford’s economy

Just how much globalization affects us all was vividly illustrated by Shadwell Estate’s Finance Director Chris Kennard when he spoke at the Thetford Probus Club December meeting.

Giving a wide-ranging insight into the work of the famous Stud, based at the 6,000-acre Shadwell Estate, Mr Kennard explained its importance as a premier breeding centre in the world of horse racing. He pointed out that this makes major contribution to the local economy, too, not least through jobs - 160 people are employed on the estate making it one of the largest employers in the area - along with investment in conservation and support for community charities and projects.

Statistics such as the planting of 25,000 trees, creating 25 miles of hedges, with 1.3 kilometres completed along the B1066 this year, show how this is a priority. He also referred to the importance of Wildlife in the estate’s policy of biodiversity by providing breeding boxes for barn owls and preserving habitat for over 120 varieties of wild birds including Stone-curlews.

In its’ involvement with the community Mr Kennard indicated that many local projects benefited, particularly schools through an annual art competition, while the East Anglian Ambulance also receives significant support. He added that all this would not happen, but for the estate owner’s love of the sport of horse racing.

Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid al Maktoum, the Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Finance Minister of the UAE, has established the Shadwell Estate and Stud as one of the world’s most highly-regarded studs. Horses bred there have made the Sheikh top-winning owner time and time again.

Citing Targhrooda as just one example of this success, Mr Kennard traced the filly’s breeding lineage and her performance on the track culminating, before she retired, in winning this year’s classic Oaks, the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes, and being among the top finishers in other races including the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe in France.

Stallions such as the outstanding Green Desert, who was

Taghrooda’s grand sire, command many thousands of pounds for every mare they cover and he reputedly had some 1300 partners at the stud! Mr Kennard added that the Sheikh has 666 horses in training throughout the world and ranked as the second biggest owner of Arabian thoroughbreds, only eclipsed by his brother, the Ruler of Dubai. In a snap quiz concluding his talk, Probus member Charles Napier won a boot and show horn, not surprisingly with an elegant handle in the shape of a horse’s head.

News fromThetford Probus

Breckland Mobility SuppliesUnit 5 Telford Way - Thetford - IP24 1HU

Opposite Cosy CarpetsTEL: 01842 766087

SALES-SERVICE-REPAIRS-PARTSBATTERIES, ACCESSORIES

For:- Scooters, Wheelchairs, Chairs, BedsBath-Lifts, etc

We also Hire Wheelchairs & Scooters

Breckland Mobility:Breckland Mobility 19/10/2014 10:5

Chris Kennard of the Shadwell Estate presents Charles Napier with his prize, a shoe & boot horn in polished aluminium

Local Chimney SweepAll Sweeps Certificated

Other services we offer:

Flue Fitting • Stove FittingClean and Professional

Fully Insured

Phoenix Eco PlumbingPlease call 07506 683 354

Ask for Ianwww.phoenixecoplumbing.com

THIS ARTWORK IS THE PROPERTY OF ABOUT THETFORD LTDTELEPHONE THETFORD 01842 761549

PLUS get a FREE Winter Survival Pack worth over £20 RRP.

Vauxhall Winter Survival Pack contents: High visibility jacket, Autoglym De-Icer (500ml), Mini foldable shovel, Ice scraper, Mini wind-up torch.

The Safety Check is a visual vehicle inspection only. Any recommendations made are not legally binding and the vehicle driver remains responsible for the roadworthiness of his/her vehicle, and for any related offence. If you choose not to have any remedial work done we may recommend that certain essential work be carried out on the grounds of safety before you drive your vehicle. Checks are subject to availability. *Top-up quantity limited to a maximum of 1/2 litre. Additional quantities will be advised and with customer consent charged accordingly. RRP of Safety Check & Top-Up £25. These offers are available to Retail customers only and at participating Retailers only and subject to availability. The offers cannot be used in conjunction with MasterFit Service Club discounts or any other promotion, excluding the redemption of MasterFit Rewards vouchers. Offer ends 28 February 2015.

Cotton LaneBury St. EdmundsSuffolkIP33 1XP

www.drivevauxhall.co.uk

Drive Bury St. Edmunds

01284 777222

Please bring this advert to Drive Bury St. Edmunds to claim this offer.

unpred ctablefor the

25-point Winter Safety Check

£25 including vital fl uid top-ups*

Prepare

We are always on the look out for locallymade great quality products and they don’tcome any finer, or more reasonably priced,than from Hullabaloo and the lovely ChristineSanderson’s beautiful work. So, come in andbuy yourself a real treat from a very talentedlocal lady.

Tues 6th Jan David Ward ‘50 years ofRadio Caroline’Fri 16th Jan Ghost WalkFri 9th Jan, Sat 10th Jan, Fri 16th Jan,Sat 17th Jan Thetford Players Panto ‘Jack & The Beanstalk’Sat 30th May Boxing NightFri 5th - Sun 7th June Euston Red RoosterMusic Festival & Rural PastimesSun 14th June Open GardensFri 22nd Aug - Sun 6th SeptThetford’s Great FestivalSat 12th September Heritage Open Day

Buy tickets/merchandise from our Box Office at 20 King Street, ThetfordTel: 01842 751975, 07802 701911 and on line at www.leapinghare.org

‘like’ our facebook page www.facebook.com/leapinghare

Welcome Hullabaloo!

Our December Ghost Walk proved so popularthat we are running another - for those of you thatmissed out, tickets are on sale now!Attleborough Boxing Club will host a BoxingNight at the Carnegie on Sat 30th May. Thissuccessful club has many talented Thetfordmembers and this will be a very popular night.Tickets will be available from Leaping Hare andlook out for a special ticket giveaway competitionin a future issue of About Thetford, Boxingtraining sessions are held at Thetford Academyon Monday nights: Juniors (10 - 16) 6pm,,Seniors (17+) 7.15pm. Tel: 01953 457329 oremail: [email protected]

Happy New Year! To all our visitors, friends and customers - thanks for helping us promoteThetford in 2014. We have given you just a few dates for your diary - get them booked in as 2015promises to be another Great year for Thetford!

It’s nearly time to hear yourcheers and boos at ThetfordPlayers’ annual pantomime.The cast has been workinghard over the last fewmonths and is lookingforward to entertaining you- so don’t miss out!Tickets available from Leaping Hare.Follow us on Twittter @ThetfordPlayers for all thelatest news!

Christmas Lights Switch On 2014Photos: Studio Five

THETFORD TOWN COUNCILKing’s House, King Street, Thetford, Norfolk IP24 2APTel: 01842 754247 • Fax: 01842 762567Email: [email protected] Council Offices Opening Hours: Public counter service available from 9.00a.m. to 4.00p.m. Monday to Friday

THETFORD TOWN COUNCIL

Council Page:Layout 1 16/12/2014 16:20 Page 1

Ten, Nine, Eight, Seven....As an enormous crowd gathered in eager anticipation for the Thetford Christmas light switch on, the town centre buzzed with laughter, chatter, noise and excitement. The Mayor of Thetford Councillor Sylvia Armes arrived in style, joined by the Sheriff of Norwich, William Armstrong, and his wife Monica as well as Father Christmas in his sleigh before Town Crier Mike Wabe gave a cry written especially for the occasion, leading the large crowd in an enthusiastic count down for the switch on. The Mayor then pressed the button lighting up the town centre. Father Christmas then travelled to his grotto on Guildhall Street, saying hello to all the excited children as he passed. Many then queued to meet Father Christmas in his grotto and receive a little treat. They were also able to meet his friends the reindeer who were positioned next to his grotto. The fun continued throughout the evening with the fair rides on Well Street, the Continental Market on King Street and the Sort It Christmas Fair in the Guildhall. Also hugely popular in the Guildhall, the children of Thetford were entertained by Elsa and Anna, whilst Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Carl the Minion and Peppa Pig entertained those on the Market Place.

Thetford Town Council would like to thank the following for their sponsorship of the Christmas Lights: About Thetford (Trevor and Marje Bowden), Breckland Accountancy Limited, British Heart Foundation, David Turner Funeral Services, Discover Hair, Hudson Property Services Ltd, L Gray & Sons Funfairs, Metcalfe, Copeman & Pettefar Solicitors, Royal British Legion, Simark Accountants, Simon Long Removals, Specsavers Opticians, Rudlings Wakelam Solicitors, Wereham House Hotel. We would also like to thank Mervyn Lambert for supplying signage, Tesco for the support of the Santa’s Grotto and Anne Simmonds and Jon Plume from Brecklocks for supporting Father Christmas’ Sleigh.


THETFORD TOWN COUNCILKing’s House, King Street, Thetford, Norfolk IP24 2APTel: 01842 754247 • Fax: 01842 762567Email: [email protected] Council Offices Opening Hours: Public counter service available from 9.00a.m. to 4.00p.m. Monday to Friday

THETFORD TOWN COUNCIL

Council Page:Layout 1 16/12/2014 16:20 Page 1

Vehicle Activated SignsThank you once again to all the residents who contacted the Town Council with their suggested locations for the Vehicle Activated Signs (VAS). Following the Suggestions, the Committee discussed and agreed two locations and a further one if funding allowed. The first two sites on Brandon Road and Nun’s Bridges Road will have the signs fitted in the New Year and the Committee will be applying for further funding and if successful will look to install a further VAS sign on Admirals Way.

Community GrantsThetford Town Council operate a scheme whereby local community groups can apply for a grant of up to £250.00 to assist in projects and activities they are running. The Council have recently awarded grants to:

• Thetford Community Association - £250• Thetford Garden and Allotment Club - £250• Link Up - £200

If you are a local community group and wish to apply for a grant, please visit the Thetford Town Council website;www.thetfordtowncouncil.gov.uk to download a form for completion, or alternatively call the office.

Job VacancyThetford Town Council seeks an;

Administration and Finance AssistantBased at Charles Burrell Centre, Staniforth Road

Salary: £16,572 37 hours per week.

Applications are invited join the Thetford Town Council team* in a role as an Administration and Finance Assistant. This will involve providing reception cover for the Charles Burrell Centre and undertaking all necessary administrative and finance tasks on site, supporting the development of the Centre under the new co-operative management structure.

Experience in finance administration, including the use of Sage accounting package would be highly desirable. Detailed working knowledge is required of Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Outlook and Excel. Closing date for the receipt of applications is: 5pm on 12th January 2015. Interviews to take place on Thursday 15th January 2015.

Please contact Thetford Town Council on 01842 754247 or visit King’s House, King Street, Thetford IP24 2AP to request an application pack which will include a detailed Job Description. Alternatively, please email:

[email protected] request the application pack electronically. Any CV’s can be attached to the application form – but must be submitted in addition to the standard application form questions that must be answered. *This role will be employed by Thetford Town Council as a temporary measure with the successful applicant transferred to the employment of ‘Charles Burrell Centre Ltd’ in the future – this organisation will be the new organisation to manage the Charles Burrell Centre.


Call Fiona Ashmead on 01284 715675 Catherine Laband on 01842 757425

Cassie Arbour on 01842 819061

Bury St Edmunds - 01284 755771 | Brandon - 01842 810300 Long Melford - 01787 464778 | Thetford - 01842 754151

Offices: Bury St Edmunds | Brandon | Long Melford | Thetfordwww.rudlings-wakelam.co.uk

RudlingsWakelamSolicitors

...advice for life

Home visits are available upon request.

How to start your New Year with the very best intentions...

Visit our website to view our complete range of services

Make a Will and protect everyone who is important to YOU.

Wills_Jan15_2014.indd 1 15/12/2014 16:09


Bury St Edmunds | Cambridge | Felixstowe | Ipswich | Norwich | ThetfordAshton KCJ is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (Recognised Body number 45826).

www.ashtonkcj.co.uk

then we advise

We offer advice on: • Wills & Trusts• Inheritance tax• Probate and administration of estates• Powers of attorney

Contact Robert Chalmers on 01603 703231

first we listen...

Ashton KCJ is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (Recognised Body number 45826).

here to help

medical negligence

01842 768770www.ashtonkcj.co.uk

no winno feeLocal specialists in all types of medical injury claim including:

• Missed diagnosis• Birth injury/cerebral palsy• Negligent surgery• Fatal accidents/inquests

Sharon [email protected]

01842 75356407966 500893Call for Friendly advice anytime

Anglian Heating ServicesCENTRAL HEATING INSTALLATIONSBOILER SERVICING and REPAIRSALL ASPECTS OF PLUMBINGPOWERMAX BOILERS

Anglian Heating Services Nov14:Anglia Heating Service

Services at St Cuthbert’sSunday 4th January

8.00am Holy Communion, 10.30am All Age Worship and 6.30pm Evening prayer.

Sunday 11th January8.00am & 10.30am Holy Communion



Sunday 1st February8.00am Holy Communion, 10.30am All age worship

and 6.30pm Evening prayer - choral

Weekday services of Morning Prayer are held on Tuesday. Thursday and Friday at 9.00am every

week and Holy Communion is held on Wednesday mornings at 10.30 am

City & Guilds Qualified with over 20 years experience

Telephone: 01842 750505 • Mobile: 07737 044700E mail - [email protected]

32 Fisher Way, Thetford, Norfolk IP24 2LD

Affordable Kitchens Supplied and Fitted with free 3D drawings

Please Contact Nick White for advice and a no hassle estimate

PLUMBING • HEATING • BATHROOMS

Please mention the About Thetford Community Magazine when responding to advertisement32


FOR ALL YOUR LEGAL NEEDS

Services provided:

Family, Property, Crime, Commercial, Employment, Personal Injury, Wills & Probate, Dispute Resolution

Home visits available Town centre location Fixed fees available

METCALFE COPEMAN & PETTEFAR LLP

www.mcp-law.co.uk Cage Lane, Thetford, IP24 2DT 01842 756100

Happy birthday to Bouncin’ Bubbles!

All parents know the problems of juggling work with family life, and Nicole King, with a two year old and three older children, wanted to be there for her family while she made a living. She spotted a gap in the market, bought two bouncy castles, and so Bouncin’ Bubbles was born. January marks the first birthday of this new business and now Nicole has nine bouncy castles as the business has grown...and grown! First family, friends, then through social media to the wider world, people have heard about Bouncin’ Bubbles, and castles have been hired out to private parties, weddings, community events, sports facilities and local pubs. And not only does Nicole offer bouncy castles, but she (with her partner) can also appear as Elsa and Olaf, two characters from Frozen, last seen at Bury St. Edmunds Christmas Fair. All castles are set up for you, and all the safety aspects are explained fully, and of course they are fully insured and safety checked. Don’t let the weather put you off, as they can be set up inside, as long as there is enough room.

As a special first birthday present, Bouncin’ Bubbles are giving a 10% discount to all

bookings made in January!

Bouncin’ Bubbles who are celebrating their first birthday in January

28 Years Experience Installing, Servicing and Repairing

all makes of Boilers, Cookers, Gas Fires

and Warm Air Units

Tel: 01842 766722Mob: 07879 698 271

Home Flame Gas Services Ltd

Martin Taylor

Heating & Plumbing Engineer

Valuing a career in care

NorseCare are Norfolk’s largest care home provider. We can offer you a rewarding job that you’ll enjoy and that will make a real difference to the lives of others. We are committed to supporting you through training and progression to build a valuable career in care. Laburnum Grove Housing with Care scheme in Thetford is currently recruiting for both experienced care staff and those passionate about starting a career in care; we can offer the following:

Care Support Worker starting salary £7.43ph Required to provide care and support to tenants while respecting their individual rights and choices.

Care Team Leader starting salary £9.19ph Experienced care staff who will lead care/domestic staff in the provision of care and support to tenants For more information and to apply please visit our website www.nosecare.co.uk/jobs.htm or call 01603 894343

Dig

nity

in e

very

thin

g w

e do

.....


FREE HOME VISIT & ESTIMATE

Bathrooms & Shower RoomsFull Kitchen Installations

Electrical InstallationsPlastering • Tiling

Consumer Unit ChangesBuilding Works • Plumbing Repairs

Property Maintenance20 Years Experience • Family Business

Tel: 01842 879239Mob: 07970 687923

AMES NISSAN LTD2 FISON WAY, THETFORD, NORFOLK

TEL: 01842 766222www.ames-nissan.co.uk

SERVICE NOW DUE?

ALWAYS A HELPFUL SERVICE

BRING THIS AD TO RECEIVE A FREE NISSAN BASEBALL CAP

BRING THIS AD TO RECEIVE A FREE NISSAN BASEBALL CAP

MOT’S WHILE YOU WAIT

PETROL OR DIESEL

ALL MAKES SERVICINGAND REPAIR

SHIFT_expectations

Domestic & Commercial

Gas • Oil • LPG • SolarMaintenance • Renovations • Carpentry • Plastering

24 Hour Call OutCOMMERCIAL BOILERS AND CATERING

SHOWROOM NOW OPENR Manser Plumbing & Heating Ltd is a local company which offers a friendly, reliable and professional service with an emphasis on customer satisfaction.

No job is too big or too small, for a quote call us today on:

01842 87826227 Riverside Walk, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 2BB


Plumbing DepartmentHeating Systems Boiler Changes All Gas Work

Servicing and Landlord Certificate Bathroom Installations

All small works undertaken

Building DepartmentComplete Renovation Specialists

Extensions Home Improvements Property Maintenance

FREE COMPETITIVE QUOTEEmail: [email protected]

Tel: 01842 752 097 Mob: 07912 938 376

556281



Made to Measure

CurtainsPelmets & Tiebacks

BlindsCushions & Bed Throws

Curtains Shortened from £10Trousers Shortened £7.50p

Free Measuring ServiceCollection & Delivery Service Available

Over 20 Years Experience

Call Denaon

07842 110240

Events at Redgrave and Lopham FenJanuary to February 2015

January‘The fen raft spider’ a talk by Dr Helen SmithTuesday 27 January, 7.30pm. Organised by the SWT Valley Fens Wildlife Group. £2 per person (includes refreshments) All welcome, no need to book

FebruaryJam masterclass; Sunday 8 February, 10am - 3pm. Join popular local master jam maker, Janet Peachey, to learn how quick and easy it is to make jam and conserves, and use a variety of fruits to create different flavours. £25/£21.50 + £7.50 on the day.Booking essential 01473 890089

Find out about volunteeringWednesday 11 February, 10am – 12noon. Come and find out about volunteering opportunities both at the Fen and at Knettishall Heath. Just drop in. No experience necessary.

Skulls & skeletons activity dayTuesday 17 February, 10am - 2pm. Activities, games

and crafts. For 6 – 10 year olds. £6 each. Booking essential 01379 688333

Bird box building family afternoonWednesday 18 February, 2pm - 4pm. Make a nest box and bird feeder to take home. Plus trail and crafts.£5 per bird box. Booking essential 01379 688333

‘The wildlife & landscape history of the south Norfolk claylands’ a talk by Helen Baczkowska of Norfolk Wildlife Trust, Tuesday 24 February, 7.30pmOrganised by the SWT Valley Fens Wildlife Group. £2 per person (includes refreshments). All welcome, no need to book

Regular events

Guided fen walks - Saturdays 3 Jan, 7 Feb, 10.30am - 1pm. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the Fen with enthusiast and naturalist John Hill. £3 Meet at the Education Centre, no booking required.

Wildlife Watch Group - Saturdays 10 Jan, 14 Feb, 10.30am - 12.30pm. A club for 6 – 12yr olds, £1Contact 01379 688333


Brunning Electrical ServicesLocal Licenced & Insured Electrician for all

Emergencies, Technical Support & all other Electrical ServicesSUPPLIERS & INSTALLERS OF ELECTRIC RADIATORS POWER FOR SHEDS • GARAGES • OUTBUILDINGS

DOWNLIGHTS • LOFT LIGHTINGMODERN CONSUMER UNITS (FUSE BOX) SUPPLIED

FITTED AND COMMISSIONEDNEW DIGITAL TV AERIALS INSTALLED

ADDITIONAL BT PHONE POINTSCall Now for a Free Quotation! Phone: 0800 542 0424

Mobile: 07737 698117 • www.brunningelectrical.com

Brunning Electrical .qxl:Layout 1 25/11/2013 23:53 Pag

The next priority setting meeting for the Thetford Safer Neighbourhood Team will be held on:

Thursday 8th January 2015 at The Guildhall, Market Place, Thetford, from 7pm.

This meeting will give you the opportunity to raise any issues of concern and have your say as police, partner agency representatives and residents meet to discuss what has been happening in the area before deciding on the priorities for action. You are welcome to come along and this is a good opportunity to meet your local policing team.

All Age Worship led by Rev S. Joseph at Thetford Methodist Church (opposite Specsavers), Sunday 18 January at 10.30am. There will be a Worship Band, modern songs, special activities for children

and young people, with refreshments to follow. This service will be videoed. Everyone welcome.


THETFORD PAST AND PRESENT

The past photograph captures cottages standing in Star Lane in the early 1960s just before they were demolished. In 1956 Thetford Borough Council announced that they planned to demolish 126 ‘slum’ dwellings during the

next ten years. Past and present photographs from the David Osborne collection.

www.greenteamthetford.comCALL TODAY 01842 845150

● Waterless powerful cleaning● No chemicals● No slip hazards● Save £’s on water usage● All waste removed from site● Available all year round

New for 2015WaterlessDrivewayCleaning

Call today forA free quotation

Waterless drivewaycleaning is here for2015 with the Kawasa-ki powered petrol en-gine and steel brushhead, the Cubb WeedBrush really gets intoall the patio crevassesleaving your drive orpatio free of debrisand without,water. chemicals or sliphazards just cleansurfaces.

Come and see usin our new office

at the CharlesBurrell Centre,Staniforth Road

ThetfordIP24 3LH

OFF BOOKINGS*10%

NEW YEARNEW OFFICE!

HappyNew Year!



Tel: 01842 811003 Fengate DroveBrandon

BETTS of BRANDON LtdBETTS of BRANDON LtdALL TYPES OF FENCING AND

GATES SUPPLIED AND FITTEDDECKING � WALL REMOVALTREE SERVICES � CARPORTS

Children’s Playhouse from £248.00(Playhouse Show Site) Thetford Garden CentreHappy New Year! Here’s a suggestion for a New Year

resolution: grow something to eat at your next Christmas dinner. It can be very satisfying to see something you grew on the plate, especially if you have visitors. However it does take some planning when you select your seeds as some plants, like leeks, have early, mid-season and late varieties. Now is a good time to make a list of what you plan to grow and to read through those tempting catalogues again.

The house can look a bit bare once the cards and decorations have been removed – though little bits of twinkle will be with you for some weeks! Hopefully, you have some indoor winter plants to brighten the rooms. Poinsettias are a recent introduction but now well established as a Christmas feature. Do you remember how expensive they were a few years ago? Now they are cheaper than fresh flowers and give weeks of pleasure – in fact I still have one from last year. You can encourage them to produce more red bracts if you control the hours of light and dark; mine is mainly green but still very attractive. It turns out that they come from Mexico where they grow like weeds!! With grafting and selective breeding the producers now provide us with bushy plants and pink and white bracts as well as red. Keep them on the dry side and they will go on looking cheerful.

If you have let your shed or greenhouse get a bit untidy – ‘filled with things that will come in useful one day’ is how I describe it – choose a sunny day, muffle up and have a sort out. There may be some treasures there or perhaps you can get rid of a stack of rubbish. There will be so many things to do once Spring is in the air that having your tools ready for use and pots and seeds sorted out will be a great help. This month is also a good time to get your mower serviced. And as a reward, come along to our January meeting on Thursday 29th January at 7.30 in the URC; Clare Simm from the BTO will be entertaining us with a talk about ‘Garden Birds’.

Sue Pilgrim

Thetford Garden and

Allotment Club

Grass Cutting - Hedge and Tree Pruning- Garden Clearances

Fencing - Patios - Turfi ng

Established 25 YearsTel: 01366 328126

Mob: 07774 724 366

BR Garden ServicesAll Garden Maintenance

CNC BUILDING SERVICES LTDAlterations • Extentions • RoofingConservatories • Windows • Doors

Fascias • Guttering • Walls • PatiosFencing • Decking • Driveways

Free EstimatesFor a Friendly Service, call now on:

07932 588903 or 07786 547608

FURNITURE

STOCK CLEARANCEGrab it while you can!

Old Market Street, Thetford IP24 2EQt: 760598 • Open 9-5 Mon to Sat

Follow us...thetfordcarpetwarehouse01

Call us...01842 760598

Visit our website...thetfordcarpetwarehouse.co.uk

Thetford and District Dementia Support Group

The last 4 months of 2014 have been amazing for the newly launched Thetford and District Dementia Support Group. We have held a weekly group meeting on a Friday between 10am and 1pm in the lovely lounge area of Lord Walsingham Court, which has seen our group members enjoying crafts, reminiscence activities, poetry and a variety of speakers on different subjects.December was no exception with a great display of cameras for people to look at, brought in by our volunteer and committee member Robin (see below!).

If you are someone caring for a person with dementia or if you have dementia and would like more information, or would like to be part of our fantastic group, please contact us on [email protected] or by mobile at 07542 866 519 or just drop in and visit us at Lord Walsingham Court and see Jo, Vanessa, Yvonne or anyone of our friendly volunteers you will be made most welcome.We have already set in motion a number of outings for this coming year for group members to enjoy and of course we are always looking for able volunteers.We are on Facebook at Thetford and District Dementia Support Group, please stop by and "like" us to keep up to date with all the group happenings, support information and training. We have been fortunate to receive donations which have supported our room hire and will help with the purchase of more activities for people to enjoy in 2015.

Thank you especially to; Centre Stage Engineering Ltd and Housing and Care 21, their tenants and manager Heather Hart. As we go forward into 2015 a big thank you also to our team of volunteers and our lovely members we look forward to working with you all this year! "

THETFORD METHODIST CHURCH TREE FESTIVAL

December 10th - 14th saw the Methodist Church hold its 16th annual Tree Festival, when the Church was filled with over 50 Christmas trees of various shapes and sizes. The theme this year was 'A Star is born' and the organisations, schools, businesses and individuals who decorated a tree or star display depicted this theme very imaginatively.

Over the 5 days hundreds of people visited the Festival, and 150 school children plus school staff and parents enjoyed a Carol celebration one afternoon. Other Festival events included a very popular delicious Christmas lunch provided by the ladies of the Church and a full Church for a Concert of popular Christmas music given by the Mead Singers and students from the Stagecoach school of music and drama in Bury St Edmunds. At the Festival closing service, Christmas music was provided by Seriously Saxy, the popular saxophone quartet. At the time of writing, over £900 has been raised for the festival charities- Turning Point for slum children in Kenya, the Macmillan Christmas Appeal and our Church's work and witness. We are grateful to all who came and supported the Festival.


Photos of Thetford Methodist Church 16th annual Christmas tree festival

Free estimates and advice

Local and long distance removals

Export packing and shipping

Domestic and commercial

Furniture deliveries nationwide

Est 1993, family owned and run

Competitive rates

Long or short term storage

Packing materials supplied

Fire proof storage

email: [email protected] • www.simonlongremovals.co.uk

‘‘Let us take the worry out of your move’’

Simon Long Removals • Howlett Way • Thetford • Norfolk • IP24 1HZ • Tel: 01842 766477

LO27

Simon Long HP Advert_Layout 1 18/04/2011 11:35 Page 1

DKM ServicesTYRES l EXHAUSTS l SUSPENSION

ENGINE DIAGNOSTICSBRAKES l SERVICING

FOR ALL MAKES OF CARS AND LIGHT COMMERCIAL VANS

5 Leyland Close, Fison Way Ind. EstateThetford IP24 1XA

Tel: 01842 753733Find us on facebook DKM SERVICES

Out of hours service available 07733 054 225

DKM Services:DKM Services 20/03/2014 13:50 Page

NEW Board Games Group! Meets weekly on a Friday morning, 10.30am –

12.30pm at Thetford Library. Just turn up on the day; it’s free, and play a game or learn a new one!

Thetford Audio Book Club with NNABAre you visually impaired? Come and enjoy audio books

with people who understand. At Thetford LibraryFriday 12th December, 10.30 am – 12 noon.To find out more please call Mark or Elaine:

01603 629558 or email: [email protected]

Books and Buggies Meet Up - starts again Monday 12th January 2015

Are you a parent/carer with children aged 0-4 years?Why not come to the library on a Monday morning to

meet with friends for a chat & listen to a story.These free sessions are held every Monday during term-time between 10am – 11.30am and you are welcome to stay for the whole session or drop –in.

Baby Bounce & Rhyme TimesSongs and rhymes for babies and toddlers and their

parents/carersTuesday 6th January, 10.30am – 11.00amTuesday 20th January, 10.30am - 11.00am

No need to book, just drop-in for these fun, free sessions and meet some new friends at the library!

Reading Group

The January meeting is Friday 30th, 2.30pm start

The Book ClubThe Book Club meets monthly on a Friday evening. The January meeting will take place on Friday 30th January,

5.45pm – 6.45pm.

Opening hours at Thetford LibraryMonday : 8.30am –5.30pmTuesday: 8.30am –5.30pmWednesday : 8.30am – 1pm

Thursday : 8.30am – 5.30pmFriday : 8.30am – 7pm

Saturday : 9am – 1pm

Delivery staff required for the About Thetford magazine. Please contact

us via e-mail to register your interest;

[email protected]


January 2015

Tel : 01842 820453 • Mob : 07783422210Email : [email protected]

Pure Flow H2o Pure Water Window CleaningResidential & Commercial • Waterfed Pole Cleaning System • Traditional Window Cleaning • Conservatory Cleaning • Sofits, Fascias & Cladding Cleaning • Solar Panel Cleaning• Local & Reliable - Please call for free quote

Pure Flow H2oPure WaterWindow Cleaning

T: 01842 820453 • M: 07783 422210E: [email protected]

BuildersNew Builds � Extensions

Conservatories � AlterationsGarden Walls � Patios and Repairs

Tel: 01842 765376Mob: 07852 948 603 � Mob: 07887 935 444

Your local friendly Locksmith around the clockfor all your Lock and Key needs

Professional Locksmith Services 24/7Professional Keycutting on Thetford Market Tuesday & Saturday

Professional Mobile Keycutting all Other Days We can Cut and Programme most Car Keys

Professional Shoe Repairs & Engraving by Award Winning Cobbler

Don’t Waste your Money on the Rest Use the BestTel: 01842 754930 Mobile: 07734 304 614

Brecklock.qxl:Brecklocks 24/02/2014 12:40 Page 1


KNITTERS CAFEPlease join now

This takes place every fortnight, on a Tuesday, 3-4pm at Co-operative

Funeralcare, Bury Road.Over 25 different patterns available, to suit all needs & abilities, for lots of

charitable causes.

Bring your needles and wool and pop in for FREE refreshments and the chance

to meet like minded knitters like yourself. We urgently need more

members as our knitting causes are growing rapidly!!!

ALL WELCOME - SPREAD THE WORD!!!

Thetford Open Gardens

Sunday June 14th 2015

We welcome all gardeners; those happy to share their gardens in aid of St Nicholas Hospice Care. We need gardens with flowers with patios or veg some with shady bowers or a nice flowering hedge. This year Open Gardens is on 14th June.Write that in your diary for the date will come soon!

Contact Rachel or Brian, or even our SueWe need your garden and we’d love to hear

from you!

Please call Rachel on 01842 762165, Sue on 01842 765753 or Brian on 01842

753590 or email [email protected]

THETFORD CONSERVATIVE CLUB DATES TO REMEMBER

Jan 10th - ‘Budgie’ Jan 17th - Geoff Cook Jan 24th - Les Monroe

Jan 31st - Susan JayneWe also have the bingo jackpot joker

and raffles.Also, membership subs are due for

those who have not paidJust a little reminder, come along and

enjoy the club MAGGIE BLACK,

ENTERTAINMENTS MANAGER

Do you enjoy reading and love talking about books?

Would you like to help run our new audio book club?

Thetford Audio Book Club is looking for help. We meet on the 2nd Friday of

every month, from 10.30am – 12.00pm at Thetford Library.

To find out more please call Mark Smith or Elaine Rowe, Tel: 01603 629558 or

e-mail: [email protected] and help and have fun!


£150

£39

£295

£75 £75 £150


See pages 41- 43

SELF EMPLOYED FULL TIME AND WEEKEND DRIVERS REQUIRED (VEHICLES SUPPLIED)

Upto 8 people

Newmarket + rtn only £84Bury St Ed’s + rtn only £60Gatwick/Heathrow + rtn only £260(All returns inclusive of up to 6 drops within Thetford)

Free Ringback on Arrival (to any landline/mobile)

Free No Obligation Quotes Airport Transfers (discount on return trips)

Business Contracts W elcome(VAT Registered, computerised billing)

01842 76 45 76e. [email protected]

PRICE M ATCHGet A Better Q uote???W hy not call us back and see if w e can beat or m atch the price

Back row: Mick Whitman as Captain Mainwaring, Museum Manager Corinne Fulford

Rates for Block Bookings3 Insertions less 5%6 Insertions less 10%9 Insertions less 15%12 Insertions less 20%

Rates for Premium PositioningInside Cover + 20%Centre Spread + 25%Inside Back Page + 15%Full Back Page + 35%

All prices are + VAT

Why advertise with us?The About Thetford magazine is Thetford’s most distributed publication with over 11,000 copies being delivered every month to all homes and businesses in the town.l We are Thetford’s number one FREE magazine, well established, now in our tenth year, this is the magazine everyone reads! l We offer effective advertising at affordable rates, with discounts to regular customers.l Printed full colour throughout on gloss art paper.l Cost effective design and artwork service available.l Friendly, personal service, available days, evenings and weekends!

Local, independent, community magazine delivered FREE every month to 11,000 properties and businesses

ADVERTISING RATES

2015

Like our Facebook page ‘About Thetford magazine’ and get regular updates - you can now view the magazine online each month from anywhere in the world!

Telephone number: 01842 630851 • Mobile: 07742157967E-mail: [email protected]

We have frozen our prices again this year!

SELF EMPLOYED FULL TIME AND WEEKEND DRIVERS REQUIRED (VEHICLES SUPPLIED)

Upto 8 people

Newmarket + rtn only £84Bury St Ed’s + rtn only £60Gatwick/Heathrow + rtn only £260(All returns inclusive of upto 6 drops within Thetford)

Free Ringback on Arrival (to any landline/mobile)

Free No Obligation Quotes Airport Transfers (discount on return trips)

Business Contracts Welcome(VAT Registered, computerised billing)

For further details call our staff on

01842 76 45 76e. [email protected]

PRICE MATCHGet A Better Quote???Why not call us back and see if we can beat or match the price

Project4:Layout 1 18/10/2014 12:34 Page 1


Circulation 11,000 copies

Issue 109 December 2014

CONTACT US: 01362 656378 / 656210 [email protected] www.breckland.gov.uk/businessproperty

YOUR COMMERCIALPROPERTY SPECIALIST

– Gross internal floor area 2,097 sq ft (194.82m²)

– Annual rent £13,600 exclusive of VAT– Close to town centre– Viewing highly recommended– Available now– EPC Rating: D

TO LET17/19 RaymondStreet, Thetford,IP24 2EA

TO LET4 Rutherford Way,Fison WayIndustrial Estate,Thetford, IP24 1HA

– Gross internal floor area 4,850 sq ft (451 m²)

– Surfaced car parking area to front of unit– Annual rent £15,250 exclusive of VAT– Available February 2015– EPC: Not required


Barry CarterFLAT ROOFING SPECIALIST

High performance torch on felt system

Tel: 01842 814648Mobile: 07775 946278

Free Advice & Estimates • All Work Guaranteed20 Spruce Drive • Brandon • Suffolk IP27 0UU Project6:Layout 1 20/07/2013 09:27 Page 1

POWERCLEANWITH A VEHICLE MOUNTED MACHINE

CARPET AND UPHOLSTERY CLEANINGDOMESTIC & COMMERCIAL

Have your carpets cleaned using a vehiclemounted machine and see the difference.

Drying Time 1-2 HoursCall David for a no obligation quote on

Tel: 01842 754163 Mob: 07958 395 930www.powerclean-thetford.co.uk

patterson derek

propertydecoration & maintenance

pd Services

Tel: 01842 764442 Mobile: 07810 602419

2 Bridge Street, Thetford, Norfolk IP24 3BLTel: 01842 755422 Fax: 01842 755433

E. [email protected]

New YearNew Home

Realise your dreams in 2015 with

Lawsons Jan 2015:Lawsons Quark 27/11/2014 19:53 Page 1