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31 October 2024
Parish Council Meeting
Next meeting 7th November 6pm
The November meeting for Stanhoe Parish Council is Thursday 7th November, 6pm in the village hall. The agenda is published on our webpage and a copy will be placed in the notice board. Stanhoe Parish Council welcomes residents to its meetings.
Posted by: Nicola
Posted on: 31 October 2024
28 October 2024
Stanhoe and Barwick WI Annual Report 2023
Annual Report 2023
Stanhoe & Barwick WI Annual Report 2023
2023 must have been one of our busiest ever years, with nearly 30 teas, walks, visits and crafting sessions on offer to our members, as well as our monthly meetings and Christmas lunch.
We have once again increased our membership, welcoming 9 new ladies during the year. We ended 2023 with 44 members, which is more than twice our number just 7 years ago. An average of 3 visitors joined us each month, having seen us in the media or coming along with a friend; the majority of these ladies became members.
Our President, Nicki Smith, has headed a committee of 7, having welcomed Jane into the fold. Julia has remained in the Treasurer’s post, Valerie as Secretary and Kath, Mary and Jan as Vice-Presidents. Jane has continued as Programme Organiser, aided, since Marie’s resignation, by Kath. The committee held 10 meetings throughout the year.
The full number of 12 monthly meetings were held, with an average attendance of 27 members. This included the annual Garden Party, in our President’s garden, held once again on a beautiful sunny afternoon and with the traditional surfeit of tea and cake. We also had a feast after our May meeting, in celebration of the King’s Coronation. Out came the vintage crockery again!
We welcomed diverse speakers, all clearly enamoured with their subject. Some demonstrated their craft, such as Claire Howard with her silver jewellery; some enlightened us, such as Juyna Lewis with her history of Norfolk’s Indian Princess, and some allowed us a taste – thank you, Mrs Temple! As often happens, we went on to pursue these talks further, taking two guided tours of King’s Lynn after Michael Aldis spoke to us, and a full Soundbath session, following Sally Collins’ introduction.
There was only one emergency meeting, caused by the illness of our speaker, but, instead, members spent an enjoyable afternoon immersed in various quizzes and puzzles, supplied post-haste by committee members.
This year saw the introduction of our Book Club, with quarterly meetings. It has proved to be a great success, with a core group of members enjoying the books and the coffee and cake that accompanies the discussion.
The annual Women Walk the World event saw 14 members and friends wandering the fields near Bircham Windmill, before enjoying a warm drink and cake there. Cake featured after our visit to Dale Farm and to Binham Priory, as well as several visits to local tearooms.
Our crafting sessions have been in Geli painting, decoupage and glassmaking, the latter being run by our own members and proving so successful than further sessions were held.
The committee continues to support our fellow WIs, accepting invitations to meetings at Wells, Anmer, New Hunstanton, Snettisham and Ingoldisthorpe. We were pleased to be joined on one of our walks by members from Snettisham.
On a wider WI front, 6 members attended the Federation Annual Meeting and thoroughly enjoyed Esme Young’s amusing tales from her working life. We were pleased to be joined by our new adviser for our September meeting.
Through targeted publicity, efforts have been made to recruit from Stanhoe itself, there being only 4 members from the village at present. However, we are proud that our reputation as a lively and friendly WI extends far and wide, with members currently drawn from 19 different towns and villages. We begin 2024 with a strong membership, healthy finances and the promise of many more enjoyable meetings and outings.
Posted by: Nicola
Posted on: 28 October 2024
22 October 2024
Lets Talk West Norfolk
Budget survey launches today
Th Kings Lynn and West Norfolk Borough Council budget survey, which launches today, October 21. They are asking residents of West Norfolk how they value different services, and asking for their opinions on charges, as well as asking what ideas they themselves may have.
The council has a plan to support the borough as a place where people and businesses can thrive but, like councils across the country, our budgets are under pressure and we have some decisions to make about what we prioritise.
It’s really important that the views of residents are taken into account in making those decisions so they are asking people to tell us what is most important to them.
As a thank you for taking part, we are offering the chance to win passes or tickets from Alive.
The survey is open to anyone – we welcome the views of young people – and can be completed online (our preference if possible) or on paper (which can be supplied on request to Borough)
Access the survey at www.letstalkwestnorfolk.co.uk
The survey opens today and closes at midnight on 1 December.
Posted by: Nicola
Posted on: 22 October 2024
17 October 2024
Road Closure
North Creake road closure
Norfolk County Council proposes to make a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (the “Order”) (WTRO5205) affecting the Burnham Road from 30m north of its junction with West Street for 50m northwards (the “Road”) in the Parish of North Creake to facilitate Anglian Water hydrant repairs, the Road will be temporarily closed (except for pedestrian access) for the duration of the works/period the closure is necessary which is anticipated to be from 28th to 31st October 2024, but may continue to be closed until the 12th December 2024 where the closure is still required beyond the anticipated dates.
Alternative route is via: Church Street, Burnham Road, Front Street, The Green, Fakenham Road, Waterden Lane, The Common, Creake Road, Burnham Market Road, Lynn Road, The Street, Tattersett Road, Syderstone Road, Docking Road, Bircham Road, Stanhoe Road, Church Walk, Market Place (South Creake, Docking, Syderstone, Barwick, Burnham Market, Stanhoe, East Rudham, Tattersett, Barsham, North Creake, Sculthorpe, Bagthorpe with Barmer, Dunton, Burnham Thorpe).
Vehicular access will be permitted to a final destination in the Road where signs indicating such access is possible and permitted are in place.
The Order shall automatically revoke on the completion of the works when the closure is no longer necessary or otherwise on the 12th December 2024 without further notice.
If necessary, the restriction could run for a maximum period of 18 months from the date the Order is effective.
A person who contravenes, or who uses or permits the use of a vehicle in contravention of the closure imposed by the Order shall be guilty of an offence.
Penalty: £1000 maximum fine on conviction and/or endorsement for contravention.
In the event of the start date being delayed the new start date will be displayed on site in advance.
Full details on the closure are available at https://one.network. Any enquiries that cannot be answered on the one.network website should be directed to the West Area Streetworks (Community and Environmental Services Department) contactable by telephone at 0344 800 8020 or email at streetworks@norfolk.gov.uk
Posted by: Nicola
Posted on: 17 October 2024
17 October 2024
Temporary Traffic Regulation Order
Road closure 30th October to 1st November
Norfolk County Council proposes to make a Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (the “Order”) (WTRO5184) affecting the Back Lane from its junction with B1155 Main Road for 50m southwards (the “Road”) in the Parish of Stanhoe to facilitate Anglian Water chamber cover and frame works, the Road will be temporarily closed (except for pedestrian access) for the duration of the works/period the closure is necessary which is anticipated to be from 30th October to 1st November 2024, but may continue to be closed/restricted until the 13th December 2024 where the closure is still required beyond the anticipated dates.
Alternative route is via: Back Lane, Church Lane, Docking Road.
Vehicular access will be permitted to a final destination in the Road where signs indicating such access is possible and permitted are in place.
The Order shall automatically revoke on the completion of the works when the closure is no longer necessary or otherwise on the 13th December 2024 without further notice.
If necessary, the restriction could run for a maximum period of 18 months from the date the Order is effective.
A person who contravenes, or who uses or permits the use of a vehicle in contravention of the closure imposed by the Order shall be guilty of an offence.
Penalty: £1000 maximum fine on conviction and/or endorsement for contravention.
In the event of the start date being delayed the new start date will be displayed on site in advance.
Full details on the closure are available at https://one.network. Any enquiries that cannot be answered on the one.network website should be directed to the West Area Streetworks (Community and Environmental Services Department) contactable by telephone at 0344 800 8020 or email at streetworks@norfolk.gov
Posted by: Nicola
Posted on: 17 October 2024
17 October 2024
Village Litter Pick Monday 4th November 2pm
Come and join us to tidy up our village
The Parish Council have arranged a Litter Pick for Monday 4th November at 2pm. All residents are invited to join in. Please meet at 2pm at the Village Hall.
Equipment/bags will be provided by Kings Lynn and West Norfolk Borough Council. Please bring your own gloves and any sanitiser because of any allergies or personal preferences. Please do not litter pick from private land.
Any fly tipping that residents may come across or know about should not be moved but reported via the web form to be found on the Borough Council website at;
Fly tipping(illegal dumping)/Borough Council of Kings Lynn and West Norfolk.
The risk assessment for the litter pick is provided by the Borough Council. If you see any litter that is not accessible due to the dangers of the highway please email cleanup@west-norfolk.gov.uk with details.
We look forward to you joining us on the 4th November.
Posted by: Nicola
Posted on: 17 October 2024
17 October 2024
Bircham Crossroads closure
Road closure on Bircham/Stanhoe crossroads
Plaese note that the crossroads for Bircham/Stanhoe is closed for approximately two days.
Posted by: Nicola
Posted on: 17 October 2024
14 October 2024
November film
Vindication Swim (PG) (biography/drama) is showing in Stanhoe on Monday 11 November.
Vindication Swim (PG) (biography/drama) tells the inspirational story of Mercedes Gleitze, the first British woman to swim the English Channel, and her battle against both the cold waters of the Channel and the oppressive society of 1920s England.
When a rival claims to have performed the same feat and is shown to be lying, Mercedes’s own achievement is called into question, forcing her into a repeat performance, the “vindication swim” of the title. Vindication Swim is a triumph of storytelling, craftsmanship, and emotion. It’s a film that not only entertains but also inspires.
Tickets: £5 (cash only) on the door to include a complimentary drink
Date: Monday 11 November
Time: 7.30 pm, doors open 7.00 pm
Place: Village Hall & Reading Room, Cross Lane, Stanhoe PE31 8PS
More info: Jane and Peter Coates (tel: 01485 518191)
Next film: To be announced
Posted by: Charles
Posted on: 14 October 2024
14 October 2024
Maize Harvest
Update on lorries from Future Biogas Ltd
The Parish Council has only just received an update in respect of the maize harvest this year. The company has updated as follows;
We are fully aware of the inconvenience that maize harvest may sometimes cause and always we want to do everything within out power to mitigate any inconvenience.
Please remember that we run an ID system for each driver and the ID number is located on the rear of the trailer and consist of two letters and two numbers. In the unlikely event of an issue please contact the company via the number below with the ID number .
07392 873814
They are heading towards the end of the harvest and have 2 to 3 days left in the Docking area which will hopefully be completed within the next 2 weeks weather permitting.
We will hopefully be informed when the harvest has drawn to a close.
We are thanked you for our patience and support.
Posted by: Nicola
Posted on: 14 October 2024
7 October 2024
Caring for seals
Stanhoe WI members learn about marine wildlife rescue.
Stanhoe and Barwick WI members were treated to some lovely photographs of the Norfolk coastline and its seal colonies when Matt Curtis spoke at the October meeting. Representing the work of the British Divers Marine Life Rescue group (formed in 1988), which is a group of volunteers interested in marine life all round the British Isles, Matt as a volunteer Ranger is in charge of working along the 100 miles of coastline from the Nene to the Yare.
photo: Rosemary Brown
Matt Curtis from British Divers Marine Life Rescue with seal rescue equipment
Dealing mainly with seals (but also possibly whales, dolphins, sea lions, walruses, and porpoises) in distress, we learnt how important the Norfolk coastline is as a habitat. There are 8,000–10,000 seals at Blakeney Point in November, which is 40% of the world population of seals.
We learnt the difference between baby Grey Seals and Harbour Seals, but how vulnerable both types are to virus illnesses, and to people interfering with them. It is an offence to pick up a seal, as it gets stressed. The rescue team have to have special training before attempting to pick up a stranded seal, and have to have special permission to do so, before taking it for treatment or to rehab, with a towel wrapped around its head, and being put in a special fluorescent bag for ease of carrying. The East Winch Centre does rehab in our area.
All this was illustrated with examples of rescues around our coast, and after our talk Matt was off to see 2 seals which had been reported as needing care.
It was a fascinating talk for a well attended meeting, which was enhanced by a craft based Bring and Buy table, a raffle, and tea and delicious cakes.
Posted by: Charles
Posted on: 7 October 2024