Surlingham

If you are aged 16 or over this might be something that interests you. Kickstart Norfolk can now provide individuals with the opportunity to be issued with their own moped for a period of up to 6-months, and this will allow them to seek and secure the provisions they need to move forward towards employment.  It may be the case that an individual requires specialist support and therefore, the transport can be used to attend appointments or to socialise.

Whilst on the Rural Scheme, a dedicated Communication Officer will mentor each individual for up to a period of 2-years, this will provide much needed support to the service user whilst they participate on education or training courses, engage with support provisions or secure employment.

Click the link for more information Introduction to Kickstart Funding

It is with deep regret that the Parish Council announces the death of Councillor and Vice Chairman Peter Hiscocks.

Peter a well known and respected member of the community, passed away on Sunday 18 February 2018.

Details of Peter’s funeral will follow in due course.

The next meeting of the South Norfolk Older People’s Forum

When –  Wednesday 21 March 2018 at 10:00 am for coffee with the meeting starting at 10:15 am.

Where – The Council Chamber, South Norfolk Council Offices, Swan Lane, Long Stratton

Main topics of the meeting will include :

Details of recent Housing Project

Up to date information from “n able” who provide specialist equipment for Older People

The Handyperson Scheme and also Digital Heritage Trails supported by South Norfolk Council

Time will be allowed for the usual question and answer session after each talk

If you find it difficult to get to the meeting, free transport could be available from where you live. To take advantage of this please call Ann Baker on 01508 481819 by 5pm on 12 March

The meeting is expected to close by 12.30

The end is insight for our water troubles! Wednesday could mark the day we are back up and running! So although we will be closed from tomorrow till Wednesday there is high chance we will be back to normal!

A massive thank you to everyone who has been around to help us through this time, from people helping with washing up to the odd laundry run round the village!

Fire. Done

Water. Done

Whats next, Earth or Wind?

Low water pressure is present throughout area. Anglia Water reports main damage at Kirby Bedon and Sallow Lane. Also at foot of Pratt’s Hill.

Anglia Water have been asked to explain why they cannot fix it permanently and any statement will be published when available.  Please expect road closures again in the near future.

Information received from Nick Francis

For a little sunshine more sunshine to this winter we are all very excited and it is our pleasure to announce that this Wed the 14th of Feb (Valentines day for all you smoothies out there) we have the wonderful Joaquim Teles and his divine pastries coming to our farmshop to set up a stall from 11am onwards. Whether looking for a great excuse for a walk or cycle with a nibble and pastry and warm up drink or if looking for that perfect and delicious something to take away for your loved one be sure to pop on by. NR14 7GD via Mill Road by car foot or cycle or NR14 7AL by foot or cycle from The Covey. Our farm shop will also still be open 8am-9pm to complete your shop with lots of local goodies.