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Revised Register of Electors

Tuesday, May 15th, 2012

Posted by Snettisham Parish Council

The Government is requiring all Electoral Registration Officers in England & Wales, except London, to publish a revised Register of Electors on 16th October this year instead of 1st December.  This is in readiness for the Police & Crime Commissioner elections scheduled for 15th November.  As a result, the annual electoral registration process needs to take place earlier than usual.  A form and reply paid return envelope will therefore begin to be personally delivered to every property in West Norfolk from early July.  Completion and return of the form is both obligatory and important because the Register is used not just for electoral purposes but also by many financial service providers dealing with, for example, mortgages, loans or new accounts.  Anyone whose name is not on the Register will not only be unable to vote on November 15th and at next year’s County Council elections but will also be likely to have problems using any service that involves a check of the Register.

The form is intended for the present occupiers of an address.  The name of anyone aged 16 or over who is expected to be resident at the address on 15th October needs to be on the form and the names of anyone no longer at the address crossed out.  The date of birth of anyone aged 16 or 17 will also be required.  If any changes to your household occur after the form has been completed but on or before 15th October please contact the Helpline immediately.  The number is 01553 616773. 

Forms received by owners of properties which are either already empty or are expected to be so on 15th October simply need the “Property empty on 15th October” box ticking and returning.  This will avoid the issue of reminders.

 

A REPLY IS STILL NEEDED IF THE ADDRESS ON THE FORM IS A SECOND HOME OR HOLIDAY LET

Second home owners may register if at least 3 months of the year in total is spent at the second home.  This would give a right to vote in local elections (possibly by a postal vote), although at national elections only one vote would be available and a choice of areas to cast it would need to be made.  If residence is for less than 3 months, if a person does not wish to register in West Norfolk as a second home owner, or if a property is used solely for holiday letting, the “Second home – Registered elsewhere” box should be ticked it and the form returned.

In the event of any queries when the form arrives, householders can telephone 01553 616773 and any of the electoral staff will be glad to help.

Due to the much earlier Register publication date, prompt return of the form or, better still, confirmation by freephone, internet or SMS (details on the form) would be very helpful.  It will also of course avoid the need for reminders and help to keep costs down. 

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Diamond Jubilee Events Listing

Friday, May 11th, 2012

Posted by Stella Gooch

To get an overview of what is happening in this area click here.  If you have information about other local events relevant to the Jubilee that should be included please email: stella@hunstanton-on-line.co.uk.

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Snettisham Primary gets thumbs up from Ofsted

Thursday, May 3rd, 2012

Posted by Stella Gooch

The local grapevine has always suggested that there are always some great things happening at Snettisham Primary School!  Reports are that the atmosphere is friendly and buzzing and that the staff, children, parents, governors and members of the local community work hard together to give pupils a fantastic education!  These good vibes are confirmed by a recent letter from Ofsted to Snettisham Primary congratulating the school on their sustained good performance since their last inspection in November 2008.  As a result, Ofsted feel that there is no need to re inspect Snettisham Primary for another year.  Headteacher, Karen Taylor, and the school staff would love to see anyone who would like to visit the school or feel that you would like to become a helper in one of the classes.

Some of the pupils in the school’s Green and Purple class have written a brief report on their various projects and experiences at Snettisham Primary:

“Today we have been doing some science.  We were discovering parts of plants.  We had to draw and label a picture of a plant that we drew.  Then we did literacy.  We were learning about adverbs.  We had to complete some sentences.”

By Ewan, Year 2

 

“We had a great school trip.  It was a lovely day at Wells beach.  The sand was as golden as a golden coin.  We made some giant sand models of mountains, the sea and lots more.  We all had a lovely time at the beach.  It was a very warm day and there were lots of colourful beach huts too.  We had to wake up early in the morning.  Later, it started to get a bit cloudy, then it started to rain a little but it was only light rain.  We got on the bus and got our lunch, then some seagulls and ducks came and joined us!”

By Matthew, Year 4

“You would really enjoy reading our fantastic literacy work!  Literacy is a very important lesson in a child’s life.  In literacy we have been writing letters.  Last week, we wrote an informal letter and it was really hard work.  On Thursday, we wrote about adverbs.  Adverbs describe verbs.  I particularly like to write a holiday brochure.  Would you like to have literacy skills like me?”

By Lily, Year 2

 

“We have been doing amazing maths!  We are all great at doing maths and I love doing time problems, as last time we had a paper TV guide and it was fun.  Doing times tables is pretty hard since you keep on adding up the same number!  We do number problems and one time I got them all right except one.  We have a times tables chart and I am on gold level, where you have to be able to say them in a random order.”

By Ellie, Year 3

“Talent Show: For the past few years, our school has had a talent show.  I made it through the auditions into the proper show this year.

Each of the five classes had three acts and the judges (who were staff and children) gave us a score out of 5.  Whoever totals the most points wins.  The winners this year were a girl group called … (dot, dot dot) who sang and acted.

You can wear whatever you want and the judges give you really kind compliments.  There is a DVD of ‘Snettisham’s Got Talent’.

To choose the order that the acts appeared, our head teacher pulled the name of the acts out of a hat.  I was second!”

By Jessica, Year 6

 

“Cross Country: On horrible, windy Saturday, I went to Sandringham for an inter school cross country competition.  I was really nervous and I had to race against loads of people.  I came first and got to go to the area finals at Lynnsport.

When I went to Lynnsport, I came 3rd in my race but 2nd out of the Years 6s, so I got a medal.  I also got to the finals at Norwich on Wednesday 28th March 2012.

That morning I was really nervous (as usual!).  It was a school day but I didn’t have to go to school.  When we got there, we couldn’t park.  We had to go get registered.  When we were running I was about 7th and I sprinted at the end and I came overall 4th.  The day was brilliant and the weather was great!”

By Lauren, Year 6

 

“Good Work Assembly: On Friday 27th April 2012, it was Good Work assembly and I had to show my maths.  I was embarrassed and happy at the same time!  My friend Jessica went first to show her work.  I was next in line.  I was embarrassed because I did not know what to say so the teacher had to help me!  The teacher asked me what type of maths it was but I couldn’t remember but another friend reminded me it was called algebra.  The teacher sent us back to our seats and Jessica let me read her literacy.”

Kaitlin, Year 6

 

“Snettisham Football Team: One sunny Monday afternoon in February, our school football team went to play Docking School.  We had to win 16 – 0 to reach the play offs of our league.  It was a lovely sunny day and the pitch was so hard.  I was wearing the number eight.

We started to play and inside the first five minutes we were winning 5 – 0.  Soon it was half time and it was 7 – 0.  We kicked off again and Ryan B scored.  It was soon the final whistle.  The score finished 18 – 0!

Goal Scorers:
Centre Forward     Ryan E    9
Left Wing        Ryan B    4
Right Wing        Cameron    2
Left Back        Harry        1
Goal Keeper        Joe        1
Sub            Jamie        1″

By Ryan E, Year 6


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Tapping House Events for 2012

Thursday, May 3rd, 2012

Posted by Tapping House Hospice, Snettisham

Some exciting dates for the family diary – come and have a lot of fun and help raise funds for Tapping House Hospice.

The Norfolk Hospice Car Boot and Fun Day. Sunday 20th May. 10am at The Norfolk Hospice, Tapping House, Common Road (West), Snettisham, King’s Lynn, Norfolk. Pitches are £5 in advance (call 01485 542891 to book) or £6 on the day. There will be a bbq, refreshments, bouncy castle and lots of games for all of the family.

Moonlight Walk. Friday 25th May. 7 mile walk around Norwich starting at Norwich City Football Ground. Registration is £10. Red White and Blue theme in celebration of the Jubilee and Team GB. Register online at www.norfolkhospice.org.uk or call 01485 542891.

Saturday 26th May at 7.00 pm: “Singing in the Reign” Concert in St Mary’s Church, Snettisham. Kick of the Jubilee Celebrations with a delightful concert performed by Glebe Singers. Starting at 7pm. Tickets are £7.50 (£2 for under 16s). Call 01485 542891 for tickets or further information.

Snettisham Jubilee Craft Fair. 4th June. 10am. Snettisham Playing Field in the Jubilee Marquee. Pitches are still available (£10 for 8ft pitch), you must provide your own table. Come along to our craft fair and purchase beautiful unique items. To book a pitch contact the fundraising office on 01485 542891.

Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. Fakenham Hollywood Cinema. Enjoy the experience of the Red Carpet and view this memorable film. Tickets are £15.

Strikes Fun Day. Bring the family along for a fun day at Strikes (Ely). Children’s Tombola facepainting, and balloon modelling from 2pm. Bowling for teams of 6 from 6.30pm. Competitions running throughout the evening. Contact Jo Pearson on 01535 650269 for further information.

Hilgay Raft Race. 15th July. Riverside, Hilgay. Build a raft with your friends and race it at Hilgay Raft Race. £30 per raft (teams of 4). If you don’t fancy the water then enjoy the side shows and BBQ.

Snettisham Car Boot. 4th August. Snettisham Playing Field.

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Mind Body & Soul Event Saturday 21st April 2012

Friday, April 13th, 2012

In aid of King’s Lynn Q.E Hospital Oncology Unit (Equipment) and Help For Heroes.

10am -4pm – Memorial Hall, Old Church Road, Snettisham. PE31 7NA.

 

Reflexology, Indian Head Massaging, Aromatherapy, Crystal Healing, Reiki Healing.

Private Readings with Tina Hitch, Tina Wilkins & Paul Perris.

Palmistry, Tarot Card readings plus more. Tasters from £5.00

 

Other Stands; New Age, Mystic Worlds, Crystals, Fairies, Angels, Tarot & Oracle Cards, Juices, Clothing Plus much More.

Admission £2.00 Refreshments Available.

For more details please call. Sandra on 01485 541719

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Snettisham has a PPG jointly with Heacham

Friday, April 13th, 2012

Posted by Mike Press, Chairman of Heacham PPG

Heacham Patient Participation Group covers Heacham and Snettisham and exists for the benefit of patients to enable patient views to be discussed and considered by the Practice.

As PPG Chairman I liaise with the Practice Manager helping the Practice to deliver an excellent service. Patients make comments and suggestions to me which I discuss with the Practice. It is important patients firstly take any concerns up with the Practice, at the time the problem occurs. Most are resolved to the satisfaction of the patient. Sometimes some are not and that is where I may be able to help. In some cases I have to use the contacts at the QEH or NHS Norfolk.

Services available through the Practice are being expanded and include Warfarin checks, D.Dimer-for possible DVT, the personal blood pressure checking machine in reception areas, private travel vaccinations, non-prescription medicines, private Osteopath, NHS hearing aid batteries. There is a visiting service for Diabetic patients and Retinal Screening checks. For brittle bones a local DEXA screening service is available, obviating the need for travel to Norwich or Peterborough. The NHS changes we have heard about for the last year or so are gradually coming into place, with more services to be offered through local Practices.

You can register at reception for internet secure access to the Practice online system to reorder medication, view future and past appointments. It is planned to have online appointments in the near future.

During 2011 the PPG held a number of meetings with specialist speakers that included, a QEH Foundation Trust Governor detailing the Forward Plans, What are Summary Care Health Records, Hearing Support Services.

At these meetings there is always a doctor and the practice manager present to answer comments and concerns. The question of appointments is one frequently raised and every patient telephoning will have a medical opinion that day from either the Day Duty Doctor or Nurse Practitioner. Advice will range from taking some personal action to having an urgent trip to the surgery or may need the Community Health services.

However, the number of missed appointments (when the patient does not advise the Practice) continues.

From January to December 2011- missed were: A total of 1325 appointments!
451 appointments for doctors.
568 for nurses.
306 for Health Care Assistants.

The Practice has TENS and blood pressure machines available for short term loan. Provided by the Amenity Fund, the Trustees ask that these are returned promptly for other patients. The fund, charity #1090530, is managed by six Trustees who have used it to provide other items including intelligent ECG machines, defibrillators, bladder scanners and liquid nitrogen gas for the cryo clinic.

The teleinfo screens and web site were also funded.  The PPG has a page and link to it via the web. The trustees welcome any suggestions as to how the fund (within the Trust Deed) might be used.

We are all aware of the cost to the NHS-in excess of £110 billion pa or £300 million per day. This is why national efforts are being made to be more effective in the supply of treatments and services. One way we can all help is ensuring only needed items are reordered on repeat prescriptions. The amount of prescription items returned to pharmacies is staggering and they have to be destroyed!

The PPG meeting dates for 2012 are March 19, July 23 and October 22.

We meet in the classroom, Heacham surgery, at 730pm Announcements are made in the village magazines and posters in the surgeries. All patients are welcome.

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Easter Fun Day at The Feathers, Dersingham

Sunday, April 1st, 2012

Easter Fun Day

The Feathers-Dersingham

April 7th. 12.30pm-3.30pm.

Come and meet the Easter Bunny, have a go at our Easter games, buy your Easter cakes and have some all-round Easter fun.

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Diamond Jubilee Concerts help Tapping House

Wednesday, March 14th, 2012

Posted by Stella Gooch

Glebe Singers are lined up to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee by performing a concert at St Mary’s Church, Snettisham in Norfolk, on Saturday, 26th May.

Entitled ‘Singing in the Reign’, the concert will be in aid of the Norfolk Hospice Tapping House, which HM The Queen has supported, making official visits to the Hospice whose work with people who have life limiting illnesses is currently based in Snettisham.  ‘Singing in the Reign’ will feature music chosen to reflect the Queen’s reign by a wide range of composers. The programme will include music from the the different areas of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth, as well as items connected to various times and events from the past 60 years, all with a celebratory focus.

Chairman of the Glebe Singers said: “We are delighted and proud to have been invited to perform this concert on this occasion.  The choir is looking forward to visiting this beautiful Norfolk church and performing at this time of celebration for the country.”

A Diamond Jubilee Concert – “Singing in the Reign” – Music to Celebrate H.M. Queen’s 60 year reign
including Coronation Music/Rogers and Hammerstein’s South Pacific
Land of Hope and Glory/Jerusalem
Songs from around The British Isles and The Commonwealth

Sung by “The Glebe Singers”  ( based in Market Deeping Lincolnshire)
7.00 p.m. Saturday May 26th 2012 in St. Mary’s Church Snettisham

Tickets for the concert (£7.50 adults, £2 children under 16) are available from:
- St. Mary’s Church  (01485 541301)
- The Grapes Gallery , Lynn Road, Snettisham
- The Norfolk Hospice Tapping House (tel. 01485 542891)
- The choir’s website

If weather is fine picnics are welcome on the field opposite the Church from 5.00 p.m.

For more details please contact Rev Geoff Suart on 01485 541301, or the choir on 01778 348001.

 

ADDITIONS  TO THE DIAMOND JUBILEE PROGRAMME:

Saturday 2nd June at 7.00 pm: “Singing in the Reign” Concert in St Mary’s Church.

Sunday 3rd June 10.30 am: Diamond Jubilee Church Service in the Marquee

CONCERT DETAILS: (courtesy of Geoff Suart, Rector): “Singing in the Reign” Concert in St Mary’s Church by the Glebe Singers, in aid of Norfolk Hospice Tapping House. Tickets £7.50 (children £2.00) available now from the Grapes Gallery, choir members or the Hospice, or pay on the door.  Weather permitting, you are invited to start the evening with a picnic on the field in front of the church from 5pm onwards.

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Memorial Hall Report

Thursday, March 8th, 2012

Posted by Snettisham In Brief

The children’s Christmas party took place in the Memorial Hall on Wednesday 21st December. Over eighty village children attended with their parents. Entertainment was provided by Barry Graver, Gemini Promotion and JJ Karaoka Characters (Disney Figures) and a good time was had by all.

The New Year’s Eve party was also a great success with over 100 villagers attending. Many thanks to George Kite for his efforts on this and all the other dances last year, which have raised over £1500 for Hall funds. The trustees will be holding the Annual General Meeting at 7:30pm on 21st March, and this will be open to the public. If you have comments or suggestions about the way the Hall is run, please come along and tell us what you think. We will also be hoping to vote on new trustees, so if you or someone you know can spare some free time to help run this important village amenity, please come along and put your/their name
forward (with their permission).

The village fete will take place on Saturday 7th July, further details will be released nearer the time, but if you would like to hold a stall on the field on that day please contact Ruth Harlock on 542812.

The Hall is available to hire – contact Linda Standeven on 541139 to book.

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Snettisham War Memorial

Thursday, March 8th, 2012

Posted by Snettisham In Brief

The village War Memorial was erected in 1920 following public subscription, and re-dedicated after the Second World War.

Following the recent stonemason’s report to the Council regarding its deteriorating condition, there are plans to refurbish it and are the project is now in the early planning stages. Not only does the carrstone base need refurbishing but there are also plans to replace the plaques listing casualties from WW1 in two panels and from WW2 in the third. A grant has been applied for to help with costs for all this work.

Snettisham Parish Council are also in discussion with the Snettisham branch of the British Legion regarding names of casualties since WW2. If you have any information or views on this, please do get in touch with Derek Phillips of the British Legion on 01485 543158.

 

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