Surlingham

The Ferry will be holding another quiz before the summer season starts on Friday 31st March at 19:00. This time there will be a small entry fee in aid of St Martins charity for the homeless. Quizmaster Paul presides.

The usual mix of quirky and fun questions. A must for the diary.

A link to the Order is below together with details of how to comment. The consultation is open until 15 March 2023

SURLINGHAM PARISH COUNCIL

The Parish Council meetings are open to the public to observe, they are not public meetings. There is the opportunity for the public to ask questions at every meeting.

Members

You are summoned to attend the meeting of Surlingham Parish Council to be held on Tuesday 21 February 2023 at the Parish Hall at 7.30pm in line with standing orders the meeting will close no later than 9:30.

                                                                                             Janet Rogers Parish Clerk Tel: 01508 538921

Agenda.

1. Welcome by the Chairman
2. Apologies and approval of absences
3. Declarations of Interest
4. To approve as accurate the minutes of the meeting on 17 January 2022
5. Matters arising from those minutes, Chair to report on Item 13 Appointment of Clerk
6. Progress report for information on items not on the agenda: Councillors/Clerk
7. To receive reports from the County and District Councillor
8. Public Question Time
9. Approve appointment of Parish Clerk and change of Council meetings to second Tuesday of the month.
10. Planning Permission 2023/0137 Residential dwelling north of The Green.
11. Correspondence – 1) Request for additional Dog Bin in The Covey nearer Wheatfen. 2) Complaint – Finials on new entrance to The Manor are unsightly and contravening planning application 2022/1560 ball finials have been replaced with WCs
12. Hall – MW paper on projected receipts and payments. Agree increase in hire charges April 2023, ongoing Management, current repairs required to Kitchen (door and socket)
13. Finance – Authorise Payments
14. Cyclists using footpaths
15. Date of next meeting 14 March 2023

Paul Staniforth from Bramerton is currently updating the research on the history of the ‘Ferry’ and the adjacent Inn.

The history of the ferry itself goes way back to 1586 and almost certainly existed a century or more before that. Extensive research was undertaken in 19xx before the days when www was easily accessible.

Paul is using this to source photographs held by private collectors as well as supplementary information concerning trade on the river at that time. He is particularly keen to get his hands on a photograph of the MTB 653 probably owned by the Norwich Sea Cadets which mored up in his memory about 30 years ago. Any significant historical events press cuttings or B/W or sepia prints would be welcome.

Call Paul on 01508538195

Information received from Paul Stainforth

Do you enjoy cricket? There is a flourishing local club on our doorstep, playing regularly at the City of Norwich School.

Eaton Cricket Club is approaching its 83rd season and are about to start their programme of indoor net practices which take place on Saturday mornings from 18th March onwards.

Saturdays games are at Level 1 in the Norfolk League and they play a six-month season of Sunday friendlies from mid-April to mid-September as well as entering two midweek cup competitions.

The club are always pleased to give opportunities for youngsters from the age of 13 to improve their game by involvement in adult cricket and they would equally welcome anyone who has recently moved into the area or has had a break from the game. Their Sunday side, particularly, can cater for all ages and abilities.

If you would like to know more, please contact Surlingham resident and Eaton Cricket Club member Craig Neave on 07957660101 or craigneave83@hotmail.co.uk

The summer beckons!

Information received from Craig Neave