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Viva la France, cest magnificent!
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6 hours ago, marshman said:
Oh dear - you build information centres in areas of high footfall and I promise you that Reedham has none of that! There is nothing in Reedham to attract visitors other than a mooring and I think a info. centre would be empty all of the day!! Who goes to Reedham just to visit it - its no reflection on Reedham itself but its has nothing to attract, or even keep visitors.
I accept it has two pubs and a little brewery but are the sort of places you would go out of your way to get to - why keep it as a car park when there is plenty of on road parking and I am sure, however nice a place it is, it is just not the sort of place you would just go to to visit - its hardly Ranworth!!!! It used to have a very nice tearooms but even that had to close, or so I believe, because of lack of custom. ( My apologies if its still open! ) But sadly, even though I live less than 10 miles away I cannot remember the last time I went to the place.
And as for listing the shed - one day in a decent breeze it will probably blow down!
I have a feeling the site might include the old Halls yard well known for building wherries - or it might not but if it isn't, expect that to be developed too as I believe it to be owned by a well known Broadland individual.
I do not recognise the Reedham that you have described. But I do recognise that you have not visited for some time.
It is a most delightful place.
A place of history, of tragedy. Of importance in it's day. Please don't belittle it Marshman, it is worth more than that.
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I come from a boating family. My great grandfather, my grandfather, owned boat yards. As did my Uncle Jack, as did my Uncle Bill. As did my cousin. My cousins owned boats. My father owned boats. My brothers all went boating on the broads.
I have worked on several boat yards, for over 30 years on a part time basis. General hand, trial runs, out on the bobbing up and down stuff in the North Sea.
Every time I met up with the family it was boat this and boat that. It was relentless. In the end I spent my holidays in Spain. Not in the Costa Plenty bit, but in the mountains and hillsides in Andalusia. No bloody boats up there I can assure you.
But, do you know what, it has turned full circle,
I love my home, Norfolk, the Broads, with a passion. It is a privilege to live here.
To run a boat yard of say twenty or thirty boats, which may I suggest is a minimum, is a huge task, huge. Requiring the support of your family your whole family. It is like Mr Patel and his corner shop. It requires a dedication of all. Any lack of contribution by illness from any member is a serious issue.
Be aware.
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19 minutes ago, marshman said:
Lucky you can get a jab here in Norfolk. Heard nothing since I got a letter nearly 3 weeks ago, saying that I would be getting a letter!!!!!!!
I had a similar letter about the same time. I also received a letter last week requesting that I make contact by phone to make a booking in Norwich at the Mall. This i have made for Wednesday of the coming week and has been confirmed.
Yesterday I received a text from Brundall Health Centre inviting me to make contact with the Hoveton vaccination Centre in order to make an appointment.
I think that I would be inclined to wait two or three days and if nothing heard make a few enquiries.
Andrew
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48 minutes ago, Islander said:
Bet the local moggies will be a bit worried though. They are a bit bigger than your local starling. Is there any history of sea eagles in Norfolk?
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They have been seen flying over Norfolk. Indeed I was fortunate to see one last year flying very high over Strumpshaw.
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All is not lost. Let's hear it for the horse!
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1 hour ago, Vaughan said:
That was my old prep school. Beech Hill House, then Langley Junior School, which merged with Taverham Hall a few years ago. Now owned by a developer and now sure enough, about to be demolished as it is now "insecure" from vandalism.
The same sort of thing happened to Thorpe Old Hall when Jenners closed down.
It seems that "vandalism" can be convenient sometimes.
Pinebanks is yet another example Vaughan. The arsonist of our heritage, the very heart of Thorpe St Andrew seems to have been ripped away by so many. Without a care or consideration.
I once read that the people from Norwich would travel to the River Green. By boat, a steamer type boat. Or a tram, to the pub called the Redan. (sounds poetic, and it was)
I can remember that immaculate line of moored Hearts cruisers, the pride of the village green with its hanging baskets. Indeed the festival days, the slippery pole across rhe River. Nobby Clark, Nutty Slack, The people, oh! the people, the music, the crowds. The boats bedecked with flags. Carnival day Festival Day.
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2 minutes ago, grendel said:
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Thanks. Who needs an app when Grendel is about. Apt or what!
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Eek! I didn't mean to say bested but bestest.. need an app for that!
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I hate to "miss out"
What is your best, your best app ever, your besty app?
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2 hours ago, JennyMorgan said:
Alan Smethurst, Vaughan Williams and Benjamin Britten, all of which might provide some inspiration. I found this masterful picture the other day, just needs being set to music.
Perhaps drum and bass, the boom and the beat provided by the infernal exhaust of one of Brooms finest on tick-over.
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Surely this is an early painting of the church at the river green, Thorpe St Andrew, showing the original course of the river Yare before the New cut.
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My grandfather told me that people skated from Beccles to Oulton Broad.
Or was that one of his fisherman tales?
Andrew
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I have an old ships bell, a brass bell, which is somewhat tarnished. Should I leave it as is, or clean it. Shiny bright as I used to remember.
If I decide to go the clean route how do go about it, wire wool grade 0000 I believe although that does seem a bit drastic to me. I really do not want to mess up.
What other process should I consider.
Andrew
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The winter of '63. A very good friend of mine used to sail and moor his boat the sailing cruiser Goldfish on Wroxham broad. The boat had been winterised at Coldham Hall for Harry Last to dance attendance on annual maintenance.
My friend had purchased a brand new mini from Mann Egerton. This gave him the ideal opportunity to photograph his car on the bouy and he duly parked his car where the boat would have normally been moored, on the broad.
I and my friends all drove old bangers, worth a fortune today, old MG sports cars, a Morgan, Austin 7 convertible, but we never risked them even though they were worth next to nothing in those days.
I still drive an old banger, an expensive car in its day, worth today about threepence, but I still would not drive it on the ice.
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Blast me bor that came round quick. Do you hev a grand old do!
Old Wussername.
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There's a hole in my bucket, dear Liza, dear Liza,
There's a hole in my bucket, dear Liza, a hole.-
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9 minutes ago, BroadAmbition said:
A great day out with the lads. Somewhat unusual as due to social distancing etc we could not have our pre-shoot breakfast, nor our normal together lunch or after shoot dinner. Plus did only five drives with half our usual number of beaters. The bag was just over 30 odd, I managed seven in total, five on one drive, just call me Wyatt Earp
My new Chameau wellies preformed very well and toes were toasty all day unlike my hands until I fired up the hand warmers
Griff
Pleased that you enjoyed your day. The breakfast, the lunch, the after dinner shoot is an integral part of the day. With country folk. Every day is very special. Hopefully you will be able to revisit this particular day at a future shoot amongst friends.
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How is the new pup coming on ?
Not much happening I suspect.
Surely you have not been able to resist a practice hold or a retreive of a Teddy or a similar soft toy from across the lounge floor, or is it a bit early?
Andrew
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Cover your soft furnishing with loose sheets as seen in stately homes
Leave curtains open for ventilation and a visual means of showing that there is little of value to to steal.
If items of value on view. For example expensive navigation equipment, install a confirmed intruder alarm, the emphasis on confirmed.
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5 minutes ago, LizG said:
Jenners??
Yes. Either in Red or Black. The Red being very rare.
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Er! I've got an old pair of overalls with Blakes and Hoseasons on them. Looked very cool in the day
On a more serious note has anybody got an enamelled badge with the single letter J?
Andrew
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Just in case!
From: Police Connect
Sent: Thursday, December 3, 2020 4:59 PM
Subject: Norfolk Police - This week's Consumer scam alerts from Norfolk Trading Standards
The following is a Police Connect message.
Scam Alert – Telephone cold calls claiming to be from ‘Amazon’ – 3 December 2020
We are again warning residents to be on their guard for telephone cold calls claiming to be from ‘Amazon’.
We have had several reports from Norfolk residents of recorded message calls claiming to be from Amazon that advise your Amazon Prime subscription ‘is about to renew at the cost of £39.99’. The call then states you can ‘press 1 to speak with someone’.
Where residents have interacted with the call, they have then been connected to a person who attempts to gather personal, account or financial details.
These calls are a scam and are not connected with Amazon in any way. If you receive this or a similar call our advice is do not interact with the call and hang up.
Amazon have put together some helpful tips on how to identify if a phone call is from them. This information can be found on the Amazon UK website.
If you have received a telephone cold call which you believe to be a scam you can report it to us via our partners the Citizens Advice consumer helpline on freephone 0808 223 1133.Scam Alert - Investment scams and fake cryptocurrency exchanges – 2 December 2020
We have received reports of Norfolk residents falling victim to online investment scams, including fake cryptocurrency exchanges.
Bitcoin is the most famous cryptocurrency, but there are more than 1,500 cryptocurrencies including other well-known ones such as Ethereum and Litecoin. Cryptocurrencies only exists online and are not controlled by a bank, treasury or country, meaning you can’t get physical notes or coins from the bank.
If you don’t understand a cryptocurrency or an investment, it is recommended that you avoid handing over any money.
A cryptocurrency scam can take many forms, this could include:A fake cryptocurrency which doesn’t, or will never, exist
A bogus investment which promises to put money in a legitimate cryptocurrency
A dangerous website link that then downloads malware onto your computer
Which? Have put together useful guidance on how to spot an investment scam which can be found on the Which? website
The Financial Conduct Authority have also produced an interactive warning list where members of the public can check investment or pension opportunities that they have been offered and receive advice about current scams. This is available on the Financial Conduct Authority website.
If you think you have received an investment offer that you believe is a scam or you have become a victim of a scam, you can report this to us via our partners the Citizens Advice consumer helpline.Scam Alert – Text messages claiming to be from ‘Royal Mail’ – 1 December 2020
We are warning about text messages circulating claiming to be from Royal Mail.
A Norfolk resident has reported receiving the message pictured above which states, ‘we attempted to deliver your package’ and offering a link to ‘reschedule your package delivery’.
The link listed then goes to a fake version of the Royal Mail website which has been registered with one small difference which may be hard to spotIn this case the website has been registered as ‘royaimail’. Anyone accessing it is asked for a range of personal information supposedly to enable them to ‘reschedule the delivery’.
Our advice is always be wary of claims made in unexpected messages and never click on any links or open attachments contained within them.
You can see further examples of fake Royal Mail communication and how to report ones received to them on the Royal Mail website.
You can report suspicious text messages received to us via our partners the Citizens Advice consumer helpline on freephone 0808 223 1133.Scam Alert – Telephone cold calls offering cover for washing machines – 1 December 2020
We are warning Norfolk residents about telephone cold calls from an individual stating that your washing machine warranty has expired and needs extending.
The cold caller attempts to gather personal and financial details from the call recipient.
If you receive this or a similar call our advice is do not give or confirm any details and hang up.
If you want to check on warranty details of any goods within your home, contact the business where you purchased the item directly via their official website or phone number.
A recent article published by Which? gives further advice on receiving unwanted calls about appliance cover which can be found on the Which? website.
You can report suspicious telephone cold calls to us via our partners the Citizens Advice consumer helpline on freephone 0808 223 1133.Information Alert – Don’t fall prey to loan sharks online – 30 November 2020
We are proud to support the Stop Loan Sharks Week Campaign #SharkFreeSurfing to raise awareness of the dangers of online loan sharks and help people access advice and support if they have fallen victim to this crime. If you have been a victim of illegal money lending, or are concerned about someone you know, please contact the Stop Loan Sharks 24-hour helpline on 0300 555 2222 or visit the Stop Loan Sharks website.
How to protect yourself from loan sharks online
Know who you're dealing with. If you've only ever met someone online or are unsure of the legitimacy of a lender, take some time to do a bit more research. Check the lender is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). If not, don’t borrow from them and report to the Stop Loan Sharks team
Beware of loan adverts with no credit checks. Loan sharks have been known to advertise in community groups and on local selling pages. They may seem friendly and accommodating, but their behaviour can quickly change, and you might be harassed or threatened if you get behind with your repayments. Lenders must carry out credit checks to make sure borrowers can afford to pay back their loans. You should never hand over your bank details to strangers, even if they lure you with attractive offers. Remember, if it looks too good to be true, it probably is
Beware of any requests for your details or money. Loan sharks may ask for copies of your passport or pictures of your house, the street and your house number. Never send money or give card details, online account details or copies of personal documents to anyone you don’t know or trust
If you suspect someone may be a loan shark or they are acting inappropriately, you can report them anonymously to the Stop Loan Sharks website or by calling the Stop Loan Sharks Helpline on 0300 555 2222.
Alternatively, you can email the team reportaloanshark@stoploansharks.gov.uk or access support via live chat on the website Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm.
The Stop Loan Sharks App is free to download on both iOS and Android devices from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.To manage your contact details, additional information and subscriptions, please login through the member portal.
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12 minutes ago, psychicsurveyor said:
Bad news Peter, All shops open up 3rd December, no excuse.
I like online shopping, I have a bandsaw and sash clamps on the way for Christmas
I like online shopping.
That tap on the door. The weekly shop from Stressco's
The Amazon delivery.
The postman and the binmen.
Tesco is now encouraging thier delivery drivers to stop, have a little chat with thier customers. We do and enjoy our weekly meeting.
Christmas will be a difficult time for many. More difficult than we can ever imagine however I do believe that this forum will provide for some if not many, a focus on that which will ultimately be achieved.
Boats, Cruising, Sailing, the rivers, the broads, the people, in the year which will follow.
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24 minutes ago, Timbo said:
I was pulled over by a policeman yesterday. Allegedly he had been trying to overtake me and I had not pulled over to let him through because I was 'oblivious to his lights'.
"Try putting your siren on matey." was my reply.
"The lights should have alerted you."
"Look behind your car."
He turned to look behind his car parked on the main drag into town, each house along the road festooned with flashing blue and red lights, several of the nearest flashing in unison with those on his patrol car.
"Oh. My apologies sir."
He put his siren on as he pulled out into traffic.
I was informed this evening by my neighbour that the best Christmas lights in the area are mine. I was a bit confused as I don't have any Christmas lights up. Apparently it's the light spilling from my shed when I'm working. It looks warm and cosy in contrast to the mostly blue lights everyone else has put up.
The Norfolk Air Ambulance has a night capability. For most of the year blue flashing lights at say 1000 ft give a reasonable indication of the scene of an emergency.
I suspect that in difficult weather conditions they could do without the additional challange of conflicting blue lights.
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My new Chameau wellies preformed very well and toes were toasty all day unlike my hands until I fired up the hand warmers
A Bit Of Gardening.
in The Broadscot Lounge
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I hate gardening. With a passion.
But I do like cruising, or sailing, on the Bure, the Ant, the Thurne. Or the mighty Yare.
That is my garden. That is where I feel safe,relaxed, free of the demands of those who wish to influence my way of life.
To influence by intrusion. By phone, by television, by email, by post, by the Web, or by political ambition by the media in general.
The Broads provide a seclusion for those who know where to find it.