Excellent food - expertly cooked!
An excellent turn-out - a good time was had by all!
Monday 10 September 2012
Late Summer BBQ
Another successful Needham Village BBQ!
Excellent food - expertly cooked!
An excellent turn-out - a good time was had by all!
Excellent food - expertly cooked!
An excellent turn-out - a good time was had by all!
Saturday 1 September 2012
From the editor
This year has been marked by events which have brought the community of Needham together. The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebration was a remarkable success, followed by Open Gardens and in September we have the village barbecue. Needham is a village without a physical centre so it’s important that we make the effort to get together at village events.
I’m very grateful, as always, to all the contributors to the Link. If you would like to contribute something to the Link please do get in touch either by email at needhamlink@gmail.com or by posting through my letter box at Mill Farm Cottage in Mill Lane. As someone who has thoroughly embraced the 2012 Olympics, mostly from the comfort of my sofa, I’m very grateful to Emily for her keep fit page! Also, thanks to our regular columnist, Derek and also thanks again to Barney.
If you would like to contact any contributors or members of the village hall committee, please get in touch with the editor.
Don’t forget to spread the word that the Link is available online to people who have moved away from the village but still want to keep in touch! Additional information is also posted online between editions.Visit www.needhamlink.co.uk At the time of writing there have been 827 page views!
Helen
Letters to the Editor
I would like to thank John & Pauline Seaman for the good job they did cutting down all the over-grown weeds off the steps of Brook Lane and sweeping them clean.
Thank you.From a grateful dog walker.
Friends of St Peter’s
On Sunday 15 July eleven gardens in Needham were opened to visitors. It didn’t rain, occasionally the sun shone and people came in numbers - in fact 152 entry fees were paid. There was a variety of gardens from the intimacy of a courtyard garden to cottage gardens and gardens with large open spaces with lawns and woodland areas. Ploughman’s lunches and cream teas were served. Pimms was on offer too. The event raised the fantastic sum of £1082.35 for the upkeep of St Peter’s Church. The latest work to be done will be a wooden ramp to facilitate access.
A BIG thank you to all the participating gardeners, the Cunliffes and especially to Pauline Spinlove who masterminded the day on behalf of the Friends.
The centre spread in the Link shows aspects of each open garden.
Village Hall Update
The committee is continuing to update the facilities at the village hall. We have purchased some super new white crockery and the Diamond Jubilee bench will soon be taking pride of place in the grounds. Come along and join us at the annual BBQ on the 9th September and see what’s going on! Don’t forget the Village Hall is now on Facebook with loads of Jubilee photos and information.
If you have any suggestions or questions please contact us via the Editor or message us on Facebook! www.facebook/needhamvillagehall
Look forward to seeing you soon,
Caroline (Secretary)
Fancy a day out with a Bordahoppa
Bordahoppa are continuing to operate outings on Mondays throughout the year for our members. These include days at the seaside, shopping trips, boat trips and visits to garden centres & other places of interest. Membership is free - all you have to do is to complete a simple membership form. For more information or to book a trip phone 01378 854800
All outings are on a Monday unless otherwise stated.
3 Sept South Walsham boat trip £21
10 Sept Gressenhall Rural Life Museum £24 (inc entrance)
17 Sept Latham & Potter Heigham £16
24 Sept Lowestoft £14
1 Oct Cambridge £18.50
8 Oct Stowmarket & Lunch at Thorndon Black Horse *
Wed 17 Oct Dereham £16
22 Oct Pulham Garden Centre & lunch at Jolly Farmers *
29 Oct Bury St Edmunds £12
- Lunch £12 extra
Our demand response service (previously known as Dial-A-Ride) is now available to everyone. Anyone with a bus pass can travel free after 9:30am. To book or for further information call 01379 854800. We require at least 2 working days’ notice for bookings.
We also hire our mini buses out for days, evenings or at weekends.
Cycling
I started cycling in war-torn London and vividly recall the destruction caused by the indiscriminate bombing by V1 and V2 rockets and the people rummaging through piles of debris looking for personal items.
The serenity of cycling was a contrast to this. It influenced my life and the sense of adventure gave me the strength of mind, courage and determination to overcome life’s setbacks with the added bonus of enjoying life. A new existence opened up for me. In cycling you appreciate England’s historical architecture, sublime churches and beautiful scenery.
I joined a cycling club and found most members were older as the younger ones were away fighting. I made genuine friendships and was introduced to travel which had been a previously undreamed venture for a young boy.
The war ended with a profusion of street parties with allied flags everywhere - colourful bunting hung from every tree and lamp post. Everyone dug deep into their rationed food reserves. Tables stretched from street to street. There was singing, dancing and a joyous cacophony.
Hostilities had ceased.
Peace at last!
Derek Buttle
Art Exhibition
The Art Exhibition in the village hall on 18th August was very well attended and many favourable comments were received.
It was lovely to see folk from Needham. We enjoyed putting the exhibition on and visitors certainly seemed to enjoy it. There was a good response to the collection for the village hall funds and we look forward to exhibiting again next year.
Evelyn Ives
Parish News
Needham Parish Council News
A planning application for approval of reserved matters for a detatched bungalow in Brook Lane has been approved by South Norfolk Council. The application was supported by the Parish Council that recommended it should be a condition of the approval that all external details are agreed before construction takes place.
The next Parish Council meeting will be held at 7.30 on Monday 24th September in the Village Hall.
Waveney Valley Project
You may have noticed that we have a new village sign.
South Norfolk, Mid Suffolk and Waveney District Councils have come together in this project to develop and deliver an exciting new identity for the Waveney Valley which seeks to build on the sense of community that already exists in the beautiful market towns and villages along its length. Needham is one of these villages.
The Waveney Valley is characterised by its winding river, rolling countryside and wide skies. It’s a peaceful and attractive landscape which should appeal to cyclists, walkers, canoeists and anyone who would appreciate its quiet beauty.
The new logo has been designed to represent various key aspects of the valley - its wildlife, round tower churches and the river itself.
Members of the Parish Council
Paul Bird (vice chair) 80 High Road 852 062
Diane Clarke 108 High Road 852 603
Andrew Major (chair) Mill Farm Cottage 852 958
Sylvia Miller 44 High Road 852 059
Karen Smith The Nestling 852 397
Denis Tavner 11 High Road 854 108
Philip Freeman (clerk) 783 203
Jenny Wilby (District Councillor) 741 504
Martin Wilby (County Councillor) “
Musings of a Canine Nature
Barney’s Blatherings
For all their moaning in the run up to the Olympics, we couldn’t get them off the couch and away from the telly, I can’t remember the last time I stepped outside the house for a good walk. Personally, I was slightly disappointed at the lack of variation in the events; after all, once you’ve seen one cycle race, you’ve seen them all. Also, tennis.................we’ve just had Wimbledon, you can have too much tennis.......and football! I was pleased to see they have added new sports though, such as BMX (although it is just a variation of a bike again!) and I wonder if this should not be extended further...perhaps rabbit chasing? It could be a day or night time event. I’d like to see Usain chase a rabbit and catch it. It wouldn’t happen; he may have speed, but not rabbit speed. Unlike myself of course - I would have the capability of catching a rabbit at full pelt, especially if it’s trapped within my garden and my belly was a little lighter. My brother Mutley has caught several recently from a sitting position; all are motionless and smell, some might say already in a state of decay from dying several weeks previously from myxomatosis! On reflection, I don’t think I’ve ever seen him catch a live one! I was alarmed to see a small spandex suit being brought out of the cupboard - no one needs a spandex suit for rabbit chasing. Fortunately it wasn’t for me......in fact, they squeezed themselves in to one each and proceeded to jog around the garden. The scene remained alarming and an impressive 35 minute mile was achieved.......but no rabbits caught. Instead they went to the pub to rehydrate! The spandex suit novelty has since worn off and the Olympics a distant memory for them.....but not for me. My dream is still very much alive. So here’s to Rio 2016 Rabbit Chasing. Come on Mutley....Mutley wake up.....we’ve got training to do.
Filling the Olympics Void
Has anyone else been left feeling a little empty since the closing of the Olympic Games?
Whether you are a keen sports enthusiast or not, the whole event certainly captured the hearts and minds of the nation and it was lovely to watch so many inspiring role models of all different ages. I suspect that we will be wowed once again when the Paralympics start at the end of the month.
Whilst attending a recent training course in London on adapting exercise for older adults, I was reminded of a few statistics which highlight the importance of regular exercise, no matter our age.
So, just in case you were under the illusion that you didn’t need to think about your fitness until much later down the line, here are few facts that might get you moving a little sooner!
- Muscles - We reach peak muscle mass by the grand old age of 30, after which time, muscle tissue begins to decrease
- Bones – Peak bone density is reached around the age of 35. After this time, bone mineral density and mass begins to decrease which can result in diseases of the bone such as osteoporosis over time
- Heart and lungs – these can also begin to decline from the age of 30. Don’t forget, the heart is a muscle and needs to be worked and strengthened like any other muscle in the body
Whilst this might be scary reading for some, don’t despair! The good news is that you can help to delay the ageing process by undertaking regular exercise.
As a reminder, we need to be doing 150 minutes of moderate intensity aerobic activity a week PLUS strength training exercises on 2 days of the week e.g. squats, press up, sit up.
So, if you’ve been promising yourself over the last few weeks that you’re going to start a new regime, then don’t delay and start making some healthy deposits into those muscle and bone accounts today!
Emily is a qualified fitness instructor and runs regular weekly fitness classes - starting September on Tuesday mornings in Dickleburgh. To find out more, visit www.inthepinkfit.co.uk or contact her at emily@inthepinkfit.co.uk
Emily Orford
Needham Carpet Bowls Club
Needham Carpet Bowls Club
Since our last report the Pairs Competition has been completed with the winners being Margaret Carlile and Lenny Whymark.
Two committee members attended the AGM which was held at Old Buckenham village hall on 11 July. The draw took place for the Winter League which starts in September. We will be playing against Brockdish, Debenham, Garboldisham, Kenninghall and Syleham. This will be on a home and away basis. Eight members will be required for each match.
In the knock out cup match we have been drawn against Debenham. Unfortunately, we shall have to cancel our club evening on Wednesday 26 September as on that evening we will be playing away at Debenham.
We will shortly be receiving an invitation to the Summer League Presentation and Quiz Evening which will be held at Alburgh village hall on Friday 28 September. We do hope as many members as possible will support this event.
Our club evenings are held at Needham Village Hall every Wednesday evening beginning at 7:30pm. New members are very welcome so do come along and join us. Fees are £1.50 and all equipment is provided. Tea / coffee and biscuits are included in the fees.
Nudger
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