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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
7 October 2024
Curry night Saturday 9 November
Coriander & Lime will host a pop-up supper at Stanhoe Village Hall.
Coriander & Lime will be hosting a pop-up supper at Stanhoe Village Hall on Saturday 9th November from 7pm. Come and try their delicious curries! Vegetarian options available.
The bar will also be open.
Booking essential! email Tom to secure your place.
Posted by: Becky
Posted on: 7 October 2024
5 October 2024
October film
Wilding (PG) (documentary) is showing in Stanhoe on Monday 14 October.
Stanhoe Village Screen starts the autumn season with Wilding (PG) (documentary) on Monday 14 October at 7.30 pm.
Wilding is based on Isabella Tree’s 2018 memoir of how she and her husband Charlie Burrell completely overhauled the 1400-acre Knepp estate he had inherited in Sussex. The first thing they were told when they took over the land was that they would never make a go of farming it, as the soil had been impoverished by over-intensive cultivation, so the couple decided to experiment with returning it to the wild.
The stunning camerawork and the fabulous wildlife photography make this film a joy to watch.
Tickets: £5 (cash only) on the door to include a complimentary drink
Date: Monday 14 October
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: Vindication Swim (PG) (biography/drama), Monday 11 November 7:30pm
Posted by: Charles
Posted on: 5 October 2024
2 October 2024
Parish Council Vacancy
Get involved with your Council
Would you like to influence decisions that affect your village and help make a positive impact on our environment?
If you have a little time to spare and a commitment to the wellbeing of your community, we would love to hear from you.
You would need to attend Parish Council meetings six times a year, which normally last between one and two hours, together with occasional ad hoc meetings and events. You must be 18 or over, an elector and have been a resident, or worked, within 3 miles of the Parish for the last year.
Please contact our Parish Clerk at stanhoe.council@gmail.com or 07508336005 for more information and an application form.
Closing date 16th October.
All applicants will be invited to attend the next meeting of the Parish Council on the 7th November.
ENTHUSIASM MORE IMPORTANT THAN EXPERIENCE!
Posted by: Nicola
Posted on: 2 October 2024
2 October 2024
Patient Participation Group
Great Massingham and Docking surgeries
Did you know we have a Patient Participation Group (PPG) which meet alternately at the Massingham and Docking Surgeries.
Would you like to join and get involved? If you are interested and can contribute suggestions and share views this can be beneficial for patient care and services in the community.
Our next meeting is on Wednesday 20th November at Gt Massingham Surgery at 7 pm.
If you would like to know more information please contact
the Practice Manager
Gt Massingham & Docking Surgeries
01485 520521 / 01485 521135
Posted by: Nicola
Posted on: 2 October 2024
18 September 2024
Economic Vision and Strategy
Launch of public consultation
The Borough Council invite you to share feedback on an important strategy intended to guide collective efforts for inclusive, sustainable and prosperous economic growth in King’s Lynn and West Norfolk over the next 20-plus years.
They are launching a public consultation on our draft Economic Vision and Strategy, encouraging residents, businesses and other partners to share their thoughts by 13 October. This document sets out an overarching ambition for a vibrant economy by 2045, supported by five key priorities, and once finalised will shape the collective plans and investment of the borough council and a range of other partners.
Shaped through extensive engagement with local residents, community groups, businesses and other stakeholders, the vision is founded on the understanding that a vibrant economy encompasses not only economic growth but also the wellbeing of residents and communities, and the sustainability of towns, places, and natural environment.
Alongside their consultation on the draft vision and strategy, they are liaising with key partners to prepare an action plan of specific projects to help deliver the strategy, along with a supporting investment plan setting out the borough’s investment priorities and needs for the next 10 years.
A poster with information is available on the noticeboard and on the Parish Council webpage.
Please direct any queries to economic.development@West-Norfolk.gov.uk
Paper copies of the consultation documents are also available upon request from King’s Court reception or by calling 01553 616200.
Posted by: Nicola
Posted on: 18 September 2024
18 September 2024
Parish Council Minutes and Policies
Parish Council minutes and new policies now on website
The minutes from the Parish Council meeting are now available on our webpage along with our new policies for Training and Internal Controls. Our webpage is stanhoe.norfolkparishes.gov.uk. The minutes are also available on the noticeboard by the village hall.
Posted by: Nicola
Posted on: 18 September 2024
7 September 2024
Adelaide shows the way
A guide dog and her human inform and entertain Stanhoe WI members.
Stanhoe and Barwick members had really good speaker at their September meeting with Gill Southgate, accompanied by her guide dog Adelaide.
Gill has been blind since a car accident when she was 18 deprived her of her sight. Deciding to bravely pick herself up and move on with her life, she at first used a white stick as a mobility aid. She then undertook training to be an audio typist, eventually getting a job in the office at the local hospital – a job she has kept for 42 years.
photo: Rosemary Brown
Yawn! Guide dog Adelaide poses with Gill Southgate (right) and a friend
Once living in King’s Lynn she applied for a trained guide dog. After being assessed as suitable, she has happily had, and loved, Ruby, Ben, Sadie, Brian, Jasmine, and now Adelaide, to walk with her.
Each guide dog begins training at six weeks old, with a family, and is introduced to the community at large. Later they work in a harness (reflective yellow), and learn the rules for walking on pavements. And then they will be assessed to match the person for whom they are best suited. They will stay for 11 years with an owner before being retired to a good home.
A guide dog costs £57,000 to train and then to spend their time with an owner. The charity Guide Dogs will give support for this, and our WI gave them a donation as a thank you for this enjoyable and fact-full talk.
Members had a happy afternoon and were reminded about an upcoming visit to Langham Dome followed by lunch; a Book Club meeting in November; and had the promise of a Christmas Lunch being arranged too.
Posted by: Charles
Posted on: 7 September 2024
4 September 2024
Parish Council Meeting
Meeting and agenda
The next Parish Council meeting will be at 6pm on the 11th September. The agenda is available on the Parish Council webpage and on the Village Hall noticeboard.
Posted by: Nicola
Posted on: 4 September 2024
3 September 2024
Parish Councillor updates
Some changes to your Parish Council
Sadly, Rosemary Brown has decided to retire from her role as Parish Councillor. Her advice and experience will be greatly missed. The resulting vacancy will be advertised in due course. On behalf of all residents, we thank Rosemary for her many years of service on the Council and to the village.
Posted by: Nicola
Posted on: 3 September 2024