The Mallard

Issue 391 August2024

MASSINGHAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY

HEATH WALK
Massingham Historical Society members and
guests were privileged to enjoy two guided
walks led by Tim Baldwin to Massingham
Heath on June 22nd.
The weather was perfect allowing us to see the
landscape and different habitats according to
soil types within the Heath. We viewed
fabulous wild flowers, grasses, insects, birds,
wild ponies and goats.
The explosion of red poppy heads filling an
entire field was exceptional. Tim explained the
light harrowing of the soil last autumn had

brought the poppy seed to the surface.

This in turn allowed exposure to light
allowing the seed to germinate.
It was an incredibly informative morning
and evening, thoroughly enjoyed by all
35 participants. We are indeed lucky to
have our own expert on hand willing to
share his exceptional knowledge and
passion for wildlife.
We would like to thank both Little
Massingham Estate for granting access
and to Tim for guiding. Jeanne Robinson

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Mallard News
This parish magazine is
published every month for the CRAFT & CHAT DATES VILLAGE HALL BINGO
residents of Great and Little
Massingham with the support of
From 2pm to 4pm Friday 2nd August
the Great Massingham Parish Village Hall Bar Doors open 7 pm
Council, the Parochial Church
Council and Massingham Monday 5th & 19th August Eyes down for 7.30pm
Village Hall Trustees. Monday 2nd September
At Great Massingham
Contact Details:
Everyone welcome. Village Hall.
Editor: Sarah Harvey
Byanoak, Leicester Road, QUIZ NIGHT
South Creake, NR21 9PW
Friday 2nd August 7.30pm start
Tel: 01328 823391
e-mail: £5 per head
[email protected] Mr P’s Bar, Ferry Lane
Website: Proceeds to the Food Bank
www.greatmassingham.net Teams of 6. Come as a team, or join one
Deadline for the on the night
next issue To register, or for more information contact
Ros on 01553 716890 or [email protected]
17th August
2024
FILM NIGHT
7 for 7.30pm
In This Issue
Thursday 15th August
• Historical Society Walk
• Craft & Chat ‘The Lesson’
• Bingo starring Richard E Grant in a literary thriller.
• Film Night
• MacMillan Coffee PM £5 (plus a complementary drink)
• Mobile Library Visits at the Village Hall
• EV Charging Points
• Historical Society MACMILLAN
• Magpie Centre COFFEE AFTERNOON
• Village Hall Quiz
will take place on
• FOSALM Evening Talk
• Parlez-vous Francais? Saturday 21st September 2024,
• Needlework (Unveiling) between 2-4pm.
• NDP Communications There will be a Raffle, Tombola, Tea/
• Play Area Project coffee and homemade cakes & more!
• Village Yard Sales For prize donations please contact Vicky on 07498569515.
• Stall on the Green
• Westacre Theatre
• Parish Council MOBILE LIBRARY NEXT VISITS
• Afternoon Tea (Donkeys) 2nd, 30th August & 27th September 2024
• Afternoon Tea (Church) Outside 59 Station Rd 1.35 to 1.50 pm
• St Mary’s Summer Fun
Sunnyside 1.55 to 2.15 pm
• Church News
• Church Services Outside the Church 2.20 to 2.40 pm
• Brown Bin (Churchyard) Weasenham Rd 2.45 to 2.55 pm
• St Mary’s Foodbank
• Useful Contacts
• Biodiversity Project ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING POINTS
• Dates at a Glance Now available at the Village Hall

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OPEN DAY
Saturday 17th August
10am - 3pm
at the Magpie Centre
(Wallington Hall, South Runcton, on the A10, PE33 0EP)
Various Equine related demonstrations,
carriage rides, tombola, meet the horses, craft
stalls, children’s craft tent, plus more.
Free Parking - £1 entry, under 5’s free
Sorry no dogs, except service assistant dogs
Enquiries to
[email protected]

SAVE THE DATE

The next Village Hall Quiz will be on
Thursday 26th September 2024.
Anyone who wishes to receive further information
or register for our regular newsletter of quizzes and
other village events please contact me:
[email protected] or 07908 244421

FOSALM
A talk given by Oliver Birkbeck on the
12th September at Saint Andrew’s
Church Little Massingham. Arrive at 6.00
pm, the talk begins at 6:30 pm.
The evening talk highlights one of 25 new
national landscape recovery projects, the
West Norfolk Nature Network stretches
across 40,000 acres and several villages
including Great and Little Massingham.
The talk covers how you can become
involved through Wild East, a movement
of mass participation in nature recovery.
This talk is organised by FOSALM.org
there will be a retiring collection in aid of
the church roof.

WANTED:
Adult size shoe boxes, please.
These are for me to fill for the shoe box
Appeal. Jenny Borley

Rural Crimes Police Officer Contact

PC Chris Shelley 07900 407 106
[email protected]

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PARLEZ-VOUS FRANCAIS?
Would you like the opportunity to talk French in an
informal group?
Carole Ventham, French born but living in UK since
early childhood, and Malcolm Tibble are considering
settling up a free, relaxed chat group that will appeal to
people of all levels of fluency.
And since inhibitions are reduced with a glass of something in hand, we plan to meet at
the Dabbling Duck. We hope to hold the first gathering of “Le Cercle Francais” in late
September or early October. The Dabbling Duck have agreed, in principle, to set aside a
quiet space for us – probably on a mid-week afternoon.
If you are interested, please contact me, Malcolm Tibble, by email
[email protected] indicating your preference, if any, for timing.

Ducklings Preschool
Great Massingham
Charity Number 91991
For children age 2-4
Places available for September 2024.
Contact us now to arrange a visit at [email protected]
or text 07807 185746

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HIGH SPECIFICATION PERSONAL TRAINING STUDIO
HEALTH & BEAUTY TREATMENTS

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[email protected]
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Mallard News
UNVEILING OF COMMEMORATIVE NEEDLEWORK
AT CENTENARY AFTERNOON TEA

Scilla Latham unveils a

commemorative needlework
created by the Craft & Chat
Group at the Centenary
Afternoon Tea. Scilla is the
Great Granddaughter of
Charles Dewar, our benefactor
who gave the land the Village
Hall is built on.
This followed on after an
exhibition by Massingham
Historical Society of
photographs plotting the
history of the Hall revealing
how Mr. Dewar’s idea of
building the Hall using
voluntary village labour came to fruition. Almost 20 years later the Hall burnt down
and 2 old RAF Huts were commissioned for use by the village.
The Hall as we know it now was rebuilt around 1954. An incredible feat, and all thanks
to Mr. Charles Dewar.

NEIGHBOURHOOD DEVELOPMENT PLAN

COMMUNICATION DAY
The Neighbourhood Development Plan (NDP)
Steering Group would ask that you save the date
19th October.
The NDP will set out the vision for our parish and
the planning policies for the use and development of
land within our village for the foreseeable future.
The NDP must be considered before any planning is proposed by the Borough Council
and gives you the chance to shape and influence the spaces and buildings without our
community, what this could look like and the infrastructure needed to support the future
needs of our community.
The Steering Group have been working away quietly looking at and assessing your
feedback and data from the previous two events. We have identified ways forward and
areas for development that will be of interest to our community and would like to share
these with you for your feedback before we progress to the next stage.
The third stage of the NDP is to further develop objectives and policies to include in the
final report before it is put to the village for consideration and approval.
Please look in the Mallard for future updates or on the website -
www.greatmassinghamndp.co.uk

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 Support Needed for Play Area Enhancement Project
The Parish Council is currently investigating options and pricing to replace the existing
platform roundabout with a modern equivalent. We aim to complete this upgrade during
the current year.
To assist with the costs associated with the supply and installation of the new
roundabout and the necessary safety surfacing, we intend to apply for funding from the
National Lottery Awards for All programme.
Community Support for Funding Application
A crucial part of our funding application requires us to demonstrate strong community
support for the project. While we will be reaching out to various community groups,
County Councillor, and Borough Councillor for their letters of support, additional letters
from residents will be particularly valuable.
Invitation for Letters of Support
We invite all parishioners, especially those with children or grandchildren who regularly
use the play area, to support our funding bid. Your letters of support will significantly
strengthen our application and help us succeed in securing the necessary funding.
Please email your letters of support to [email protected]
Alternatively, you can send your letters to: Byanoak, Leicester Road, South Creake,
NR21 9PW
Privacy Note: Please note that names and addresses will be redacted unless you
expressly give consent for your information to be shared.
Range of Options and Pricing: We are considering three different options for the new
roundabout, with equipment prices ranging from approximately £8,344 to £14,610.
Option One: Turnstile Carousel
With a diameter of 1.3m this Carousel Roundabout offers
a playing experience unlike any other, with a central ring
for children to hold on tight whilst spinning around
together. Like all roundabouts these provide endless fun
for children whilst playing together, working together
and improving their balance.
Type of Safety Surfacing: Black Wetpour
Cost: £8,344.00

Option Two:
Spinmee Inclusive Roundabout
The Spinmee Inclusive Roundabout is accessible to
those with mobility impairments as well as wheel-
chair users. Its rotating base is flush with the
surrounding safety surface allowing for easy
transition between the surfaces. The design of the
roundabout allows for both seated and standing
users while also featuring 2 locations that can
securely accommodate wheelchairs.
Type of Safety Surfacing: Black Wetpour
Cost: £14,610.00

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 Option Three:
Carousel Roundabout
With a diameter of 1.4m the Carousel Roundabout
offers a playing experience unlike any other in the
playground. Carousel Roundabouts are an ideal place
for children to interact with one another and develop
social skills and work as a team … all whilst having
a fun time.
Type of Safety Surfacing: Black Wetpour
Cost: £8,570.00
Your support is crucial for the success of this project. We appreciate your participation
and look forward to your enthusiastic backing to enhance our community play area.
Thank you for your support.

VILLAGE YARD SALES 2024

We are pleased to announce that the
village yard sales will take place again.
This very popular event is always well
supported and draws interest from local
residents and visitors to the village. As
before residents are able to host their
own yard sale at home or occupy a pitch
on the village green.
To take part we ask sellers for a modest
pitch fee of just £5. The proceeds
collected from the event will be donated
to a local cause as yet to be identified.
Entrants are asked to register with the
event coordinator by 10th August. A map
of the village identifying the location of
yard sales including those on the green
will be produced a sold via the village
shop at £1 each.
Entries to coordinator
Graham Woodcock -
[email protected]
or call/text 07387007148

YOU NEED TO BE SEEN AT THE STALL ON THE GREEN

Run by Massingham Historical Society
On Saturday 24th August,
9.00 am to 12 noon
Bric-a-brac, clothes, glasses, kitchenware, cakes, plus much more.
Books, postcards and greeting cards of
Massingham in times gone by will also be available.
Unfortunately, the July stall was cancelled due to heavy rain.

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 WHAT’S ON AT WESTACRE THEATRE?....
Here is a brief summary of ‘What’s on and When’ in August.
Westacre Theatre Company present: Bleak Expectations
8/9/10/14/15/16/17/21/22/23/24 August - 7:30pm Tickets Adults £16 & Under 16s £10
The Pantaloons present Robin Hood
Saturday 10 August 2pm Tickets Adults £16 & Under 21s £10
The DixieMix Jazz Band
Sunday 11 August 12pm - 3pm All tickets £12 & Under 10s FREE
Boxtree Productions present The Wind in the Willows
Saturday 17 August 2pm Tickets Adults £16 & Under 21s £10
Westacre Theatre Company presents Westacre Theatre Summer Picnic
Sunday 18 August 12 - 3pm All tickets £12 & Under 10s FREE
A Musical Storytime We're Going on a Bear Hunt
Friday 23 August 10:30am & 12pm All tickets £8
The Sheringham Shantymen Summer Picnic
Sunday 34 August 12pm - 3pm All tickets £12 & Under 10s FREE
for much more information and to book
www.westacretheatre.com or TEL: 01760 755 007

GREAT MASSINGHAM PARISH COUNCIL

The Parish Council meeting on 8th July saw the attendance of seven councillors, twelve
public members, Borough Councillor Alistair Beales, and County Councillor Stuart
Dark. Key points discussed included:
New Parish Councillor: Peter Harries was co-opted and welcomed to the Council, to
join from the August meeting.
Public Rights of Way (PROW): Concerns about the frequency of cutting were
addressed. Norfolk County Council cuts PROWs twice a year. The first cut for Great
Massingham is complete, with the second round starting on 8th July, to be completed
within six weeks. County Councillor Stuart Dark agreed to investigate this issue further.
For issues on PROWs, reports can be made via Norfolk County Council’s website, and
updates can be tracked through a My Norfolk account.
Play Area: The equipment has been deep cleaned. The Council is considering a regular
cleaning schedule and will be providing covers for swing seating.
Village Ponds: Actions were agreed to manage vegetation and create fishing pitches
around Scotsman’s Pit. Two new swims will be added, and vegetation around other
ponds will be cleared to improve views and biodiversity.
Parish Council Website: Residents are encouraged to visit the website for meeting
agendas, minutes, and information on reporting local issues, such as streetlighting,
highway issues and dog fouling incidents. If you can’t find what you are looking for
please do contact the Clerk Sarah Harvey, who will happily assist you.
Classics on the Green (1st June): The event raised £1,175 for Wings for Life and £525
for local causes.
Next Meeting: The next Parish Council meeting will be held in the Village Hall on
12th August at 7.30pm. To see this months full article please visit the Parish Council
website wwwgreatmassingham-pc.info and go to the ‘News’ page.
To contact the Clerk, Sarah Harvey telephone 01328 823391, email
[email protected] or Byanoak, Leicester Road, South Creake, NR21 9PW.

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Church News
AFTERNOON TEA
WITH THE DONKEYS
Our afternoon Tea with the donkeys
really was a lovely afternoon despite the
weather! Everyone loved the donkeys and
a few people even took them on short
walks between the showers.
The afternoon raised a total of £300 which
in two hours was amazing.
Many thanks to all who helped baking
cakes and serving on the day but most of
all to all those who turned out to
support us.

AFTERNOONS TEAS
We have had a lovely response since
starting teas once again after such a long
break.
Meet both old friends and new while
enjoying a cuppa and of course cake.
Everyone is welcome to join us between
2:30 - 4pm every Wednesday.
HARVEST SUPPER
This is an advance notice of
NORFOLK CHURCHES TRUST St Mary’s Church Harvest Supper.
ANNUAL BIKE RIDE Delicious meal with entertainment, fun and
Thank you so much to everyone who took laughter.
part in the 2023 Bike Ride – it was hot Saturday 21 September, 7pm
but we hope you had a great day out and in the village hall.
enjoyed visiting our wonderful churches. More details in September Mallard.
Norfolk Churches Trust received a grand
total of £129,373 in sponsorship money.
This year the Bike Ride will be on
Saturday 14th September.
You can register online and access all
the information you need to take part at THE MATTHEW
www.norfolkchurchestrust.org.uk BASON
MUSICAL VARIETY
WALKING AROUND THE PARISHES CONCERT
Our next event is on SATURDAY 24th At St Botolph Grimston
AUGUST 3.00 pm East Walton on Friday 27th September
See the re-wilding project with 2024 at 7.30pm
refreshments at Abbey Farm at 4.30 pm. Tickets are priced at £10 and will include
More details of any of the walks drink and nibbles available from
from Rev’d Sue Martin at
[email protected] David Ellis 01553 674286 or
or Rosemary Mehers on 07720 971753 Joy Smith 01485 600402.

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Church Services August 2024
Date Time Service Location
Sunday 4th August 9.30 am Family Service Harpley
10th Sunday after Trinity 10.30 am Holy Communion Grimston
Wednesday 7th August 9.00 am Holy Communion Harpley
Sunday 11th August 8.30 am Holy Communion Congham
11th Sunday after Trinity 10.30 am Morning Prayer Little Massingham
10.30 am Holy Communion Gayton
10.30 am Songs of Praise Great Massingham
Sunday 18th August 9.30 am Sung Eucharist Harpley
12th Sunday after Trinity 10.30 am Morning Praise Grimston
10.30 am Holy Communion Great Massingham
Wednesday 21st August 9.00 am Holy Communion Grimston
Sunday 25th August 8.30 am Holy Communion Ashwicken
13th Sunday after Trinity 10.30 am Holy Communion Gayton
10.30 am Family Service Great Massingham
10.30 am Holy Communion Little Massingham
3.00 pm Celtic Service Gayton Thorpe
Sunday 1st September 8.30 am Holy Communion Roydon
14th Sunday after Trinity 9.30 am Family Service Harpley
10.30 am Holy Communion Grimston
10.30 am Songs of Praise Little Massingham
Wednesday 4th September 9.00 am Holy Communion Harpley

For more news and alterations to services please visit our benefice website at
www.ggmbenefice.uk

NEW BROWN BIN FOR CHURCHYARD

The PCC have agreed to provide a brown bin for the churchyard. The
Borough Council have insisted no plastic flowers, oasis or wire frame-
works. We have a green bin which is only for the normal recyclable items.
This is being currently abused and we are having to sort before any collection. Please
take care to use the bins correctly. The black bin is still there for non recyclable items.
Stephen Hudson, Churchwarden
ST MARY’S COMMUNITY FOOD BANK.
The food bank is very well used, which shows us how difficult things still are for people.
A number of people using the food bank are working families who despite working hard
do not have enough, come the end of the month, to manage after paying ever increasing
household bills.
Donations are always most welcome and can be left at the back of Church or the box
inside the Church porch. A list of some of our most needed items are: Baked Beans,
Tinned or instant custard, Sugar, Tea bags, Coffee, Tinned veg and meats.

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Your dogs will be treated as one of the family for Self-catering accommodation
the duration of their stay. Daily walks & spacious Sleeps 2. Weekly or short breaks available,
grounds for your dog to play in. minimum 3 nights. Parking & dog friendly.
Love and cuddles guaranteed! Contact Christine Riches
The Paddocks, Station Road, Tel:01485/520216, Mob: 0779 206 8143
Little Massingham Email: [email protected]
Contact Donna on 07793 737 312 website: www.christines-norfolk-cottages.co.uk

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Useful Contacts
Organisation Contact Phone No/Email Address
Allotment Association Daisy Robinson 07979 723 288
Biodiversity Project Tim Baldwin 520 813
Borough Councillor Alistair Beales [email protected]
Bell Ringing Dale Gagen 520 024
Bowls Club Peter Wadham 520 796
Church Contacts Stephen Hudson 520 450
Community Car Scheme Office 520 823
Coronation Club Jill Whitmore 520 609
County Councillor Stuart Graham Dark 07450 679 355
Craft & Chat Sue Nash 520 476 & 07802670711
Dabbling Duck Pub Mark Dobby 520 827
Doctors Massingham Surgery 520 521
The Film Night Arthur Allen 07810 042816
Fishing Warden Connor Macleod PC Clerk 01328 823391
Trefoil Guild Rita Gostling 520 730
Massingham Historical Society Jeanne Robinson 520 455
Neighbourhood Plan Jess Cunningham [email protected]
Parish Council Sarah Harvey (Clerk) 01328 823391
Pre-School Pip Grange 07807 185 746
Police Non-emergency 101
School Kirsten Stibbon 520 362
Tennis and Multi-Sports Club Steven Gould 07557 357415
Village Hall (Hall & Bar) Debs Lambert 520 588
Village Stores and Deli Mark and Kerry Eldridge 520 272

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 BIODIVERSITY PROJECT NEWS
During June we were pleased to have a new oak sleeper bench
installed to look over the pond from the green. This view will
be kept open with lower growing marginal plants along the
pond edge here. Some have been planted from elsewhere but it
has also been interesting to see some colonise, showing that
seed had lain dormant for some time and has now taken
advantage of the newly bare ground which suits them.
Examples include celery-leaved buttercup, pink water
speedwell, redshank and trifid bur marigold – this is not a
common plant in Norfolk and rarely occurs away from rivers.
With a healthier pond, there
is now more life to be seen
in and around it. From the
new bench in just a few
minutes last month I noted three of the larger
dragonfly species, including this broad-bodied
chaser.
The meadow has given a good display this year,
starting in May and held up well until some heavy
rain in mid-July.
We are grateful to both the Parish Council and the
Village Fund for funding which has enabled us to
provide the new bench. Tim Baldwin

Some August 2024 ‘Dates at a Glance’

Date Event Time Place
2 August BINGO 7 for 7.30pm Village Hall
2/30 August Mobile Library Visits 1.35pm to 2.55pm See page 2
5/19 August Craft & Chat 2pm to 4pm Village Hall Bar
6/13/20 August Summer Fun Activities 1.30pm to 3.30pm St Mary’s Church
7/14/21/28 August Afternoon Tea 2.30pm to 4pm St Mary’s Church
12 August Parish Council Meeting 7.30pm Village Hall
15 August Film Night 7 for 7.30pm Village Hall
16 August Historical Society 7.30pm Village Hall
18 August Village Yard Sales 9.00am to 1.00pm See page 9
24 August Stall on the Green 9.00am to 12 noon Village Green

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