Welcome to your autumn 2018 Newsletter!
We have seen several newcomers to our committee and meetings over the last three months, its good to have new voices representing our residents and we hope that they will inject new ideas into our organisation and that we will serve you all well.
One significant change is that Eric Wilson is stepping down after a number of years as our Neighbourhood Watch co ordinator. Eric has kept an eye on any problems that have arisen over those years and has been our link with the Norfolk police. We would like to offer our thanks to Eric for his sterling work. However he is not saying goodbye Eric will remain at our committee meetings to carry on being our newsletter editor and as of the next AGM he will be taking over the books from Brian Curtis as treasurer.
We welcome Les Rowlands to the role of Neighbourhood Watch co ordinator we wish him well and offer him our support in the future.
New events are being planned and there will be details of these in our January Newsletter.
Stay Nourished - 25th October 2pm
Home Instead Senior Care are running a campaign called ‘Stay Nourished’ which is about encouraging older people to eat well and live well. They are holding a talk and event at the United Reformed Church on Ipswich Road on Thursday 25th October at 2pm till 3.30pm. There’ll be an opportunity to learn more about healthy eating and a free booklet entitled ‘Stay Nourished’ will be available. Everyone is welcome but if you need more information please ring 01603 482116.
New Residents
We do try and keep an eye out for new residents arriving on the estate and if we can, we send them a letter of welcome with information about our association, events, clubs and contacts. If you are new to Eaton Rise and we missed you please check out our website and if you require further information please contact Janet on above number.
Perhaps you may wish to purchase a copy of our history of Eaton Rise, a 48 page book packed full of interesting history, facts and information about the area now known as Eaton Rise, all beautifully illustrated at only £5 - a really nice addition to your new home. We wish you well and hope you enjoy living on our very friendly estate.
ERRA Friends of Danby Wood
We were visited by the judges from Anglia in Bloom in July and entered into the woodland category for the Anglia region covering six counties. In September we were informed that we have been given a silver gilt award. Well done to our incredible team of volunteers.
On Saturday 6th October we held a work session attracting 20 volunteers who carried out clearance of an area adjacent to the golf course boundary. Our team of litter pickers did a great job too. As usual we had a bonfire and a welcome break with hot drinks, cake and a catch up. These work mornings are a fantastic community event enjoyed by all.
The next session will be held on Saturday 17th November when we will be continuing with clearance work and some planting. Meeting at Marston Lane car park at 9.30am working until approximately 2pm if you feel like coming along at any time for as long as you are able please just pop down and meet us. Please bring gloves if you have them and wear sturdy footwear.
If you would like to join the group or for more information please contact Kathleen: kathleenrowlands@virginmedia.com
You can find out more about us and the history of the wood by clicking here. Or find us on Facebook by going to Friends of Danby Wood (Norwich)
Hedge
We are planning to carry out some work in the hedge on Saturday December 1st from 10am - 12 noon, this will involve some fencing repairs and planting to thicken up a few areas and a litter pick. Anyone wishing to help please turn up on the morning at Lyhart corner and bring gloves if you have them.
20mph Zone for South Norwich (including Eaton Rise)
On 20th September the Norwich Highways Committee meeting approved the installation of the 20mph scheme for the northern and southern areas of the city. No date has been fixed for this work to be carried out but the basis for the speed reduction is to encourage cycling and walking within the city rather than the roads being dominated by fast moving traffic. This also has the potential to reduce noise and air pollution, and improve residents' health.
The associated amended traffic calming and waiting restrictions will include the installation of sinusoidal humps on Eaton Road. No physical traffic calming measures were indicated for anywhere on Eaton Rise save for the 20mph signage and painted roundels on the road surface.
Community speed watch
This is presently under consideration for Eaton and Eaton Rise. If anyone is interested in becoming involved in this initiative please contact Les.
Inconsiderate parking
It’s a shame we have to bring this issue up again but we’ve had yet more complaints about inconsiderate parking on the estate. There seems to be a particular problem in Lowther Road at the moment where people have been parking opposite residents’ drives, making it very difficult for them to get in and out. Parking half on and half off pavements is another increasing problem. This makes it very difficult for anyone, especially those with buggies or in wheelchairs to get along the pavements. So please think of your neighbours, ask your visitors and workmen to do likewise and park considerately.
Remembrance Day Sunday, 11th November
A Remembrance Day service will be held at the United Reformed Church, Ipswich Road at 9.45 am. The service will end with tv coverage on the large screens from the cenotaph at 11am.
Christmas Events
Carol Singing Friday 14th December 7pm start at the United Reformed Church car park. Eaton Rise Residents Association is being joined along with members of the church for this event aimed to kick start our festive season. A gentle stroll through the estate singing as we go, there will be no collection just the joy of all our favourite Christmas carols and songs. If you hear us please pop out or give us a wave. We hope you enjoy. Drinks and mince pies for all singers at the church afterwards.
If anyone fancies joining us please contact Kathleen 01603 454168
16th December 7pm Lessons and carols by candlelight to be held at United Reformed Church followed by coffee and mince pies.
Eaton Rise Clubs
We have several clubs thriving in our community, if you are interested contact details are given below. If you would like to start a club then please contact our Secretary, Janet, details at the Newsletter header.
Book Club
Contact Bridget on 01603 452129.
Card School
Please call Lillian on 01603 464308.
Gardening Club
Contact Mark Templeman, mat59t@gmail.com 01603 452462
Photography Club
Annie Kerridge - email: ann.kerridge1@ntlworld.com Phone: 01603 452392
Mark Templeman - email: mat59t@gmail.com Phone:01603 452462
Table Tennis Club
Call Lillian, 01603 464308, for more information.
Volunteers needed!
We have the oldest Residents Association in Norwich and to ensure it continues we need the support of the community which, over the years, has always been forthcoming. If you can spare an hour or two each year to collect subscriptions and/or deliver Newsletters and the occasional flyer for a few houses then please contact -
Brian Curtis, 19 Welsford Road, 01603 452400,
email - brianljcurtis@hotmail.com
Eaton Rise History Booklet
Many of you will have seen the 2-page spread about our history booklet in the May edition of the free magazine ‘Just Eaton and Cringleford’ which is now delivered monthly on the estate. This has generated a considerable number of sales and it’s been fascinating to hear why the buyers who had read the article were interested in buying one. Some were new residents, some live in Eaton having lived on the estate in their youth and a good number were people from elsewhere who still have connections with Eaton Rise such as relatives having lived here when the houses were first built.
This means that we have finally broken even on the printing costs so any money we make from sales now is profit.
The booklet is still available for the bargain price of £5 from Janet (contact details above) or Brian on 452400.
One significant change is that Eric Wilson is stepping down after a number of years as our Neighbourhood Watch co ordinator. Eric has kept an eye on any problems that have arisen over those years and has been our link with the Norfolk police. We would like to offer our thanks to Eric for his sterling work. However he is not saying goodbye Eric will remain at our committee meetings to carry on being our newsletter editor and as of the next AGM he will be taking over the books from Brian Curtis as treasurer.
We welcome Les Rowlands to the role of Neighbourhood Watch co ordinator we wish him well and offer him our support in the future.
New events are being planned and there will be details of these in our January Newsletter.
Stay Nourished - 25th October 2pm
Home Instead Senior Care are running a campaign called ‘Stay Nourished’ which is about encouraging older people to eat well and live well. They are holding a talk and event at the United Reformed Church on Ipswich Road on Thursday 25th October at 2pm till 3.30pm. There’ll be an opportunity to learn more about healthy eating and a free booklet entitled ‘Stay Nourished’ will be available. Everyone is welcome but if you need more information please ring 01603 482116.
New Residents
We do try and keep an eye out for new residents arriving on the estate and if we can, we send them a letter of welcome with information about our association, events, clubs and contacts. If you are new to Eaton Rise and we missed you please check out our website and if you require further information please contact Janet on above number.
Perhaps you may wish to purchase a copy of our history of Eaton Rise, a 48 page book packed full of interesting history, facts and information about the area now known as Eaton Rise, all beautifully illustrated at only £5 - a really nice addition to your new home. We wish you well and hope you enjoy living on our very friendly estate.
ERRA Friends of Danby Wood
We were visited by the judges from Anglia in Bloom in July and entered into the woodland category for the Anglia region covering six counties. In September we were informed that we have been given a silver gilt award. Well done to our incredible team of volunteers.
On Saturday 6th October we held a work session attracting 20 volunteers who carried out clearance of an area adjacent to the golf course boundary. Our team of litter pickers did a great job too. As usual we had a bonfire and a welcome break with hot drinks, cake and a catch up. These work mornings are a fantastic community event enjoyed by all.
The next session will be held on Saturday 17th November when we will be continuing with clearance work and some planting. Meeting at Marston Lane car park at 9.30am working until approximately 2pm if you feel like coming along at any time for as long as you are able please just pop down and meet us. Please bring gloves if you have them and wear sturdy footwear.
If you would like to join the group or for more information please contact Kathleen: kathleenrowlands@virginmedia.com
You can find out more about us and the history of the wood by clicking here. Or find us on Facebook by going to Friends of Danby Wood (Norwich)
Hedge
We are planning to carry out some work in the hedge on Saturday December 1st from 10am - 12 noon, this will involve some fencing repairs and planting to thicken up a few areas and a litter pick. Anyone wishing to help please turn up on the morning at Lyhart corner and bring gloves if you have them.
20mph Zone for South Norwich (including Eaton Rise)
On 20th September the Norwich Highways Committee meeting approved the installation of the 20mph scheme for the northern and southern areas of the city. No date has been fixed for this work to be carried out but the basis for the speed reduction is to encourage cycling and walking within the city rather than the roads being dominated by fast moving traffic. This also has the potential to reduce noise and air pollution, and improve residents' health.
The associated amended traffic calming and waiting restrictions will include the installation of sinusoidal humps on Eaton Road. No physical traffic calming measures were indicated for anywhere on Eaton Rise save for the 20mph signage and painted roundels on the road surface.
Community speed watch
This is presently under consideration for Eaton and Eaton Rise. If anyone is interested in becoming involved in this initiative please contact Les.
Inconsiderate parking
It’s a shame we have to bring this issue up again but we’ve had yet more complaints about inconsiderate parking on the estate. There seems to be a particular problem in Lowther Road at the moment where people have been parking opposite residents’ drives, making it very difficult for them to get in and out. Parking half on and half off pavements is another increasing problem. This makes it very difficult for anyone, especially those with buggies or in wheelchairs to get along the pavements. So please think of your neighbours, ask your visitors and workmen to do likewise and park considerately.
Remembrance Day Sunday, 11th November
A Remembrance Day service will be held at the United Reformed Church, Ipswich Road at 9.45 am. The service will end with tv coverage on the large screens from the cenotaph at 11am.
Christmas Events
Carol Singing Friday 14th December 7pm start at the United Reformed Church car park. Eaton Rise Residents Association is being joined along with members of the church for this event aimed to kick start our festive season. A gentle stroll through the estate singing as we go, there will be no collection just the joy of all our favourite Christmas carols and songs. If you hear us please pop out or give us a wave. We hope you enjoy. Drinks and mince pies for all singers at the church afterwards.
If anyone fancies joining us please contact Kathleen 01603 454168
16th December 7pm Lessons and carols by candlelight to be held at United Reformed Church followed by coffee and mince pies.
Eaton Rise Clubs
We have several clubs thriving in our community, if you are interested contact details are given below. If you would like to start a club then please contact our Secretary, Janet, details at the Newsletter header.
Book Club
Contact Bridget on 01603 452129.
Card School
Please call Lillian on 01603 464308.
Gardening Club
Contact Mark Templeman, mat59t@gmail.com 01603 452462
Photography Club
Annie Kerridge - email: ann.kerridge1@ntlworld.com Phone: 01603 452392
Mark Templeman - email: mat59t@gmail.com Phone:01603 452462
Table Tennis Club
Call Lillian, 01603 464308, for more information.
Volunteers needed!
We have the oldest Residents Association in Norwich and to ensure it continues we need the support of the community which, over the years, has always been forthcoming. If you can spare an hour or two each year to collect subscriptions and/or deliver Newsletters and the occasional flyer for a few houses then please contact -
Brian Curtis, 19 Welsford Road, 01603 452400,
email - brianljcurtis@hotmail.com
Eaton Rise History Booklet
Many of you will have seen the 2-page spread about our history booklet in the May edition of the free magazine ‘Just Eaton and Cringleford’ which is now delivered monthly on the estate. This has generated a considerable number of sales and it’s been fascinating to hear why the buyers who had read the article were interested in buying one. Some were new residents, some live in Eaton having lived on the estate in their youth and a good number were people from elsewhere who still have connections with Eaton Rise such as relatives having lived here when the houses were first built.
This means that we have finally broken even on the printing costs so any money we make from sales now is profit.
The booklet is still available for the bargain price of £5 from Janet (contact details above) or Brian on 452400.
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