Welcome to your summer 2019 Newsletter!
JULY 2019:
Welcome to your summer newsletter This summer has seen the return of our Garage Sale event, which has again been a resounding success. Your committee would like to thank all of those concerned for all their hard work. Read on for more information.
It is noticeable that many have taken to cutting your own verges. It's a perennial issue that the verges do not get cut as often as we would like and sadly this is a city wide issue. However, by occasionally running the mower over our frontage we are able to give curb appeal to our homes and roads. Thank you to those residents who are able to do this. Whilst we are giving thanks it is clear that there are residents who have done the occasional litter pick, we don't know who you are but again thank you.
Danby Park cut through, from Constable Road Corner
Two years ago the city council put in new gates from Ipswich Road, laid a new path from Danby Close to the wood and supplied extra picnic benches. These improvements have made a huge difference to access to the park.
It was also planned to block off the rough cut through from Constable Road corner into the park but funding issues prevented this. Recently the council has put up signs to make people aware that this access is to be closed.
This is being implemented now mainly because of the increase in antisocial behaviour and damage to property along this rough pathway which has greatly concerned nearby residents. The work is planned for between November and the new year with additional planting. Residents and users of the park and wood will still have use of the new gates on Ipswich Road and access via Danby Close.
Neighbourhood Watch
In June there was a theft from an unattended vehicle in Danby Wood car park in daylight hours. It was again an 'opportunistic’ theft. Possessions were left visible to passers-by. Please DO NOT leave anything visible in an unattended car - put it in the boot.
Two house windows were damaged probably by an air gun, so we would ask residents to be alert to anyone acting suspiciously alone, or in small groups, walking or driving around the estate. For example a white van was seen driving slowly around the estate apparently without purpose and drove off again when followed! Dial 999 if a crime is in progress, or, if non urgent, phone 101 or Crime stoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous.
There is a new 20 mph zone on Eaton Rise. There are speed bumps on Eaton Road but no physical traffic calming measures on Eaton Rise. Some drivers are reportedly ignoring the speed limit! However, it is hoped that over time drivers will get used to the slower 20 mph speed limits throughout the city designed to reduce accidents. Speed is by far the biggest contributor to deaths and serious injury on the roads. The committee urges all residents, visitors and business traffic to comply with the new speed limits in order to improve the safety of our residents.
Keep your eye out for the latest Scams, of which there are many, by following this link:
https://www.norfolk.gov.uk/business/trading-standards/scams/consumer-alerts
Your Neighbourhood Watch Co-ordinator is Les Rowlands on 07752213981 or email lesrowlands@virginmedia.com
Remember you do not have to answer the door to anyone who you do not know, listen to anyone on the telephone who is trying to sell you anything or click on any link from an email that looks suspicious in any way.
ERRA Friends of Danby Wood
On Saturday 22nd June our new action team led a group of 18 adults and 5 children supporting Matt from the Norwich Fringe. Tonnes of shingle were laid to the Marston Lane car park, pathways were cut back, Himalayan Balsam cleared, sycamore removed and a litter pick which involved the removal of broken glass from one area. Our next planned work day with Matt will be Saturday November 16th and we are also looking at taking another session in late August date to be confirmed
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)
Ipswich Road Hedge
It's eight years since we started our hedge planting scheme. During that time the plants have flourished and it’s looking particularly lush at present. Our team of volunteers are still actively working to maintain the hedge with regular litter picks and repairs to damaged fencing. Some small sections are going to be removed as the plants are well established but other sections will remain for now. We are planning a general tidy up session on Saturday 27th July if you fancy coming to lend a hand 10am start at Lyhart corner, please bring gloves and secateurs if possible. We plan to plant a few more trees in the thinner areas this coming Autumn.
Since the hedge has matured so well several residents along Ipswich Road have had a number of hedgehogs visiting their gardens. Once in decline these creatures have made a welcome appearance on the estate. We have heard of some on Constable, Townsend and Lowther so perhaps you have some too. One resident found that one of their frequent visitors was looking unwell and took it to a Hedgehog Sanctuary, unfortunately it did not recover but in the event of your finding a poorly hedgehog here is the contact details call Clive, Hedgehog Rescue, Attleborough on 0752630694.
Garage Sale - Saturday 6th July, 10am-2pm + Open garden at Broadhurst Road
What a great day! Despite some rain later, there was a lot going on, even before the official start time of 10am! Loads of people were out and about, on foot, on cycles and by car. Some came from miles away! It was wonderful to meet local people we hadn’t had the chance to speak to before and to unexpectedly greet old friends. We should all be proud to live in such a positive and friendly area.
It was a financially successful day too. Most of the money raised will go to charities and other worthy causes, many of which are local.
The garage sale entry fees and leaflet sales totalled over £200 and will be donated to The Friends of Danby Wood to help with the conservation of our beautiful, local woodland.
With their great drinks and scrummy cakes, the team at the United Reformed Church collected much-needed funds for the One Drop Appeal and the Zimbabwe Lent to Harvest Appeal. Over 30 people visited the fantastic open garden at 21 Broadhurst Road. The money raised will go to the National Garden Scheme who donate most of their proceeds to cancer nursing charities.
Many stallholders also donated all or some of their takings to good causes, including East Anglian Air Ambulance, Big C, Break, NNAB, The Neesa Project, EACH and Tuckswood Library Community Garden. Did these donations total £100?, £1,000?. No. A staggering £1,500 was raised for good causes on the day - and a lot of the unsold items will be passed on to charity shops or to other fundraising events, so the goodwill won’t stop there either.
So, to everyone involved - the stallholders, leaflet sellers, flyer deliverers, the poster posters and the church, to name but a few, as well as to the hundreds of people who came out to support the event - thank you. Our community is one to be proud of.
ERRA Table Tennis Club
The club is looking for some new members to play 3rd and 4th Wednesday evenings at the United Reformed Church, 7:30-9:30, (5th Wednesdays too where there is one). We mainly play doubles, have a mix of abilities and have fun and exercise at the same time. We swap players around depending on how many attend so we all get a good go. There is a very small membership fee to cover the room hire. Previous expertise not required. People are welcome to pop in for a taster anytime during our evening sessions. Contact Tim Simpson, club organiser 01603 466442, mobile: 07757 505426
Could you be a Norfolk Blood Bikes Controller?
At our AGM in May Colin Farrington of Norfolk Blood Bikes, gave an interesting talk about Service by Emergency Response Volunteers (SERV). He said they were looking to recruit more controllers to work from home taking phone calls from hospitals and despatching riders and drivers. Controllers usually cover a minimum of 2 shifts per month (08.30-17.00 or 18.30-07.00), must have reliable telephone and internet connections and be comfortable on the phone and with I.T. Induction and specific controller training is provided and controllers will always have access to advice and support.
If you think you might enjoy volunteering for this very worthwhile cause and want further information about any aspect of being a controller, or indeed a rider or driver, then contact Les Spencer at membership@servnorfolk.org.uk or 01760 721545
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.
Welcome to your summer newsletter This summer has seen the return of our Garage Sale event, which has again been a resounding success. Your committee would like to thank all of those concerned for all their hard work. Read on for more information.
It is noticeable that many have taken to cutting your own verges. It's a perennial issue that the verges do not get cut as often as we would like and sadly this is a city wide issue. However, by occasionally running the mower over our frontage we are able to give curb appeal to our homes and roads. Thank you to those residents who are able to do this. Whilst we are giving thanks it is clear that there are residents who have done the occasional litter pick, we don't know who you are but again thank you.
Danby Park cut through, from Constable Road Corner
Two years ago the city council put in new gates from Ipswich Road, laid a new path from Danby Close to the wood and supplied extra picnic benches. These improvements have made a huge difference to access to the park.
It was also planned to block off the rough cut through from Constable Road corner into the park but funding issues prevented this. Recently the council has put up signs to make people aware that this access is to be closed.
This is being implemented now mainly because of the increase in antisocial behaviour and damage to property along this rough pathway which has greatly concerned nearby residents. The work is planned for between November and the new year with additional planting. Residents and users of the park and wood will still have use of the new gates on Ipswich Road and access via Danby Close.
Neighbourhood Watch
In June there was a theft from an unattended vehicle in Danby Wood car park in daylight hours. It was again an 'opportunistic’ theft. Possessions were left visible to passers-by. Please DO NOT leave anything visible in an unattended car - put it in the boot.
Two house windows were damaged probably by an air gun, so we would ask residents to be alert to anyone acting suspiciously alone, or in small groups, walking or driving around the estate. For example a white van was seen driving slowly around the estate apparently without purpose and drove off again when followed! Dial 999 if a crime is in progress, or, if non urgent, phone 101 or Crime stoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous.
There is a new 20 mph zone on Eaton Rise. There are speed bumps on Eaton Road but no physical traffic calming measures on Eaton Rise. Some drivers are reportedly ignoring the speed limit! However, it is hoped that over time drivers will get used to the slower 20 mph speed limits throughout the city designed to reduce accidents. Speed is by far the biggest contributor to deaths and serious injury on the roads. The committee urges all residents, visitors and business traffic to comply with the new speed limits in order to improve the safety of our residents.
Keep your eye out for the latest Scams, of which there are many, by following this link:
https://www.norfolk.gov.uk/business/trading-standards/scams/consumer-alerts
Your Neighbourhood Watch Co-ordinator is Les Rowlands on 07752213981 or email lesrowlands@virginmedia.com
Remember you do not have to answer the door to anyone who you do not know, listen to anyone on the telephone who is trying to sell you anything or click on any link from an email that looks suspicious in any way.
ERRA Friends of Danby Wood
On Saturday 22nd June our new action team led a group of 18 adults and 5 children supporting Matt from the Norwich Fringe. Tonnes of shingle were laid to the Marston Lane car park, pathways were cut back, Himalayan Balsam cleared, sycamore removed and a litter pick which involved the removal of broken glass from one area. Our next planned work day with Matt will be Saturday November 16th and we are also looking at taking another session in late August date to be confirmed
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)
Ipswich Road Hedge
It's eight years since we started our hedge planting scheme. During that time the plants have flourished and it’s looking particularly lush at present. Our team of volunteers are still actively working to maintain the hedge with regular litter picks and repairs to damaged fencing. Some small sections are going to be removed as the plants are well established but other sections will remain for now. We are planning a general tidy up session on Saturday 27th July if you fancy coming to lend a hand 10am start at Lyhart corner, please bring gloves and secateurs if possible. We plan to plant a few more trees in the thinner areas this coming Autumn.
Since the hedge has matured so well several residents along Ipswich Road have had a number of hedgehogs visiting their gardens. Once in decline these creatures have made a welcome appearance on the estate. We have heard of some on Constable, Townsend and Lowther so perhaps you have some too. One resident found that one of their frequent visitors was looking unwell and took it to a Hedgehog Sanctuary, unfortunately it did not recover but in the event of your finding a poorly hedgehog here is the contact details call Clive, Hedgehog Rescue, Attleborough on 0752630694.
Garage Sale - Saturday 6th July, 10am-2pm + Open garden at Broadhurst Road
What a great day! Despite some rain later, there was a lot going on, even before the official start time of 10am! Loads of people were out and about, on foot, on cycles and by car. Some came from miles away! It was wonderful to meet local people we hadn’t had the chance to speak to before and to unexpectedly greet old friends. We should all be proud to live in such a positive and friendly area.
It was a financially successful day too. Most of the money raised will go to charities and other worthy causes, many of which are local.
The garage sale entry fees and leaflet sales totalled over £200 and will be donated to The Friends of Danby Wood to help with the conservation of our beautiful, local woodland.
With their great drinks and scrummy cakes, the team at the United Reformed Church collected much-needed funds for the One Drop Appeal and the Zimbabwe Lent to Harvest Appeal. Over 30 people visited the fantastic open garden at 21 Broadhurst Road. The money raised will go to the National Garden Scheme who donate most of their proceeds to cancer nursing charities.
Many stallholders also donated all or some of their takings to good causes, including East Anglian Air Ambulance, Big C, Break, NNAB, The Neesa Project, EACH and Tuckswood Library Community Garden. Did these donations total £100?, £1,000?. No. A staggering £1,500 was raised for good causes on the day - and a lot of the unsold items will be passed on to charity shops or to other fundraising events, so the goodwill won’t stop there either.
So, to everyone involved - the stallholders, leaflet sellers, flyer deliverers, the poster posters and the church, to name but a few, as well as to the hundreds of people who came out to support the event - thank you. Our community is one to be proud of.
ERRA Table Tennis Club
The club is looking for some new members to play 3rd and 4th Wednesday evenings at the United Reformed Church, 7:30-9:30, (5th Wednesdays too where there is one). We mainly play doubles, have a mix of abilities and have fun and exercise at the same time. We swap players around depending on how many attend so we all get a good go. There is a very small membership fee to cover the room hire. Previous expertise not required. People are welcome to pop in for a taster anytime during our evening sessions. Contact Tim Simpson, club organiser 01603 466442, mobile: 07757 505426
Could you be a Norfolk Blood Bikes Controller?
At our AGM in May Colin Farrington of Norfolk Blood Bikes, gave an interesting talk about Service by Emergency Response Volunteers (SERV). He said they were looking to recruit more controllers to work from home taking phone calls from hospitals and despatching riders and drivers. Controllers usually cover a minimum of 2 shifts per month (08.30-17.00 or 18.30-07.00), must have reliable telephone and internet connections and be comfortable on the phone and with I.T. Induction and specific controller training is provided and controllers will always have access to advice and support.
If you think you might enjoy volunteering for this very worthwhile cause and want further information about any aspect of being a controller, or indeed a rider or driver, then contact Les Spencer at membership@servnorfolk.org.uk or 01760 721545
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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