Welcome to your AUTUMN 2020 Newsletter!
Welcome to your autumn newsletter.
The committee hope that all of you are continuing to cope and adjust to the difficult circumstances in which we find ourselves. It goes without saying that our volunteering services will continue at least in the short term, so please do get in touch with any committee member for assistance.
There have been a few changes to the committee. Eric Wilson steps down as Treasurer while Penny Joy takes over. Our heartfelt thanks go to Eric for his sterling work over the years and to Penny for undertaking the role as Treasurer. In addition, Kathleen Rowlands has reduced her workload in connection with Friends of Danby Wood by handing over responsibility for communications for the group to Chris Higgins. Kathleen will continue to be an inspirational leader for the group while Chris will maintain the essential communications link.
Since March I have been happily exploring Danby Wood and Marston Marsh Nature Reserve, following the upper reaches of the River Yare. An occasional ‘plop’ in one of the dykes suggested that water vole were present – a sure sign that the water quality and habitat are favourable. On leaving the Wood at the lowermost point where it meets Marston Lane, I often noticed the pungent smell of wild garlic. Do look out for them on your travels next year. A few patches of bluebell and primrose in the Wood were a delight to see, too.
Derek (Editor)
The committee hope that all of you are continuing to cope and adjust to the difficult circumstances in which we find ourselves. It goes without saying that our volunteering services will continue at least in the short term, so please do get in touch with any committee member for assistance.
There have been a few changes to the committee. Eric Wilson steps down as Treasurer while Penny Joy takes over. Our heartfelt thanks go to Eric for his sterling work over the years and to Penny for undertaking the role as Treasurer. In addition, Kathleen Rowlands has reduced her workload in connection with Friends of Danby Wood by handing over responsibility for communications for the group to Chris Higgins. Kathleen will continue to be an inspirational leader for the group while Chris will maintain the essential communications link.
Since March I have been happily exploring Danby Wood and Marston Marsh Nature Reserve, following the upper reaches of the River Yare. An occasional ‘plop’ in one of the dykes suggested that water vole were present – a sure sign that the water quality and habitat are favourable. On leaving the Wood at the lowermost point where it meets Marston Lane, I often noticed the pungent smell of wild garlic. Do look out for them on your travels next year. A few patches of bluebell and primrose in the Wood were a delight to see, too.
Derek (Editor)
FUN QUIZ TRAIL
About 40 residents and their families took part in our Fun Quiz Trail in September following the clues sheet which led them on a walking trail around the estate. The answers were visible from the footpaths and could be checked with the website afterwards. With many of us feeling ‘confined to barracks’ in these difficult times, it was good to be able to enjoy a ‘walk with a purpose’ and find out more about where we lived. Many thanks go to Glynis and Chris Higgins for devising the Quiz.
About 40 residents and their families took part in our Fun Quiz Trail in September following the clues sheet which led them on a walking trail around the estate. The answers were visible from the footpaths and could be checked with the website afterwards. With many of us feeling ‘confined to barracks’ in these difficult times, it was good to be able to enjoy a ‘walk with a purpose’ and find out more about where we lived. Many thanks go to Glynis and Chris Higgins for devising the Quiz.
IPSWICH ROAD HEDGE
As you all may be aware, the hedge which runs along the western side of Ipswich Road is a nature reserve. The City Council has attended to some maintenance – clearing away the encroaching vegetation and re-surfacing with tarmac. We are waiting for the City Council to announce further work in connection with reducing the height of the hedge to 3m (10’). This is intended to increase new growth from the base of the hedge. Some sections of the fencing are a cause for concern (rotten posts/falling fence sections) and Kathleen will be undertaking a survey to establish the condition of the fence. A litter-pick is planned for late October once the leaves have fallen and Kathleen has a small group of volunteers for this useful activity.
As you all may be aware, the hedge which runs along the western side of Ipswich Road is a nature reserve. The City Council has attended to some maintenance – clearing away the encroaching vegetation and re-surfacing with tarmac. We are waiting for the City Council to announce further work in connection with reducing the height of the hedge to 3m (10’). This is intended to increase new growth from the base of the hedge. Some sections of the fencing are a cause for concern (rotten posts/falling fence sections) and Kathleen will be undertaking a survey to establish the condition of the fence. A litter-pick is planned for late October once the leaves have fallen and Kathleen has a small group of volunteers for this useful activity.
FRIENDS OF DANBY WOOD
After a long break, a workday is scheduled for Saturday 7 November to install three cycle racks and clear and re-surface some of the car park. We also plan to plant 2000 bluebell bulbs and 200 primrose plants. Due to recent instructions from Norwich City Council (who own the Wood and are ultimately responsible for organised activities within) we are planning to have another date for this activity and we’ll be in touch with those who volunteered recently. Normally this would be an ideal task to encourage any newcomers to the group to see what we do, get to know other ER residents and have a good chat, but unfortunately these are not normal times and we have to work in parties of only six at the moment. However, if anyone would like to join the volunteers for future activities, help improve biodiversity as well as enhancing good community spirit, please email Chris clewishiggins@gmail.com to show your interest.
After a long break, a workday is scheduled for Saturday 7 November to install three cycle racks and clear and re-surface some of the car park. We also plan to plant 2000 bluebell bulbs and 200 primrose plants. Due to recent instructions from Norwich City Council (who own the Wood and are ultimately responsible for organised activities within) we are planning to have another date for this activity and we’ll be in touch with those who volunteered recently. Normally this would be an ideal task to encourage any newcomers to the group to see what we do, get to know other ER residents and have a good chat, but unfortunately these are not normal times and we have to work in parties of only six at the moment. However, if anyone would like to join the volunteers for future activities, help improve biodiversity as well as enhancing good community spirit, please email Chris clewishiggins@gmail.com to show your interest.
NEW RESIDENTS:
We do try and keep an eye out for new residents arriving on the estate and, if we can, send them a letter of welcome with information about our association, events, clubs and contacts. If you have a new neighbour, please could you let Janet know so that she can deliver it to their home or ask them to contact Janet. To those of you who have recently moved to Eaton Rise, the Eaton Rise Residents’ Association Committee would like to extend a warm welcome and wish you many years of happiness here. Do have a look at our website (see the link below) to see if there are any activities of interest.
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 that is now known as Eaton rise? The book is beautifully-illustrated and costs only £5 – a bargain and a lovely addition to your new home! Please contact Janet if you would like one.
We do try and keep an eye out for new residents arriving on the estate and, if we can, send them a letter of welcome with information about our association, events, clubs and contacts. If you have a new neighbour, please could you let Janet know so that she can deliver it to their home or ask them to contact Janet. To those of you who have recently moved to Eaton Rise, the Eaton Rise Residents’ Association Committee would like to extend a warm welcome and wish you many years of happiness here. Do have a look at our website (see the link below) to see if there are any activities of interest.
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 that is now known as Eaton rise? The book is beautifully-illustrated and costs only £5 – a bargain and a lovely addition to your new home! Please contact Janet if you would like one.
ERRA 2020/21 SUBSCRIPTION COLLECTION
As you probably know at this time of year we start collecting the £1 per household Eaton Rise Residents' Association subscriptions. We have decided not to make the collection this year as we wouldn't want our collectors to face unnecessary exposure to the Covid-19 virus by standing on people's doorsteps and handling cash. We hope normal service can resume next year.
As you probably know at this time of year we start collecting the £1 per household Eaton Rise Residents' Association subscriptions. We have decided not to make the collection this year as we wouldn't want our collectors to face unnecessary exposure to the Covid-19 virus by standing on people's doorsteps and handling cash. We hope normal service can resume next year.
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH
This has been a relatively quiet time on the estate, the main event of concern being the arrival of the travellers. We are grateful to those of you who helped Les co-ordinate a response from our Neighbourhood Watch and Danby Wood teams and also from committee members. We are grateful too, for the support offered by our local police, local councillors and Matt Davies from the Norwich Fringe Project.
There have been no further reports of excessive speeding on the estate, but residents need to be continually aware that the 20mph speed limit is self-policing i.e. drivers don’t need to be approached or distracted in any way by the residents - simply note the registration number and report any incidents to Les Rowlands of the committee.
Scams continue to be a problem with unsolicited telephone calls taking place at all hours of the day and night! A timely reminder that it is never a good idea to return any unsolicited telephone call, especially ones that cannot identify the name of the company which they represent!
Any suspicious people entering your property for whom you have any concern, or if you see such people walking around the estate looking into properties or slowly driving around should be reported directly to the police. If you can make a note of the vehicle, such as its registration number, colour etc. then that would be very helpful. If you witness a crime in progress please telephone 999 or, alternatively, if the incident is non-urgent, telephone 101 or Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111 which is always 100% anonymous. If you wish to view the latest scams, then please access the following link:
http:/www.norfolk.gov.uk/business/trading-standards/scams/consumer-alerts
Finally, you do not have to answer the door to anyone who you do not know, or listen to anyone who is unfamiliar on the telephone who might be trying to sell you something or click on an email that looks suspicious. Please contact Les Rowlands by phoning him on 07752 213981 or by email lesrowlands@virginmedia.com should you have any concerns.
This has been a relatively quiet time on the estate, the main event of concern being the arrival of the travellers. We are grateful to those of you who helped Les co-ordinate a response from our Neighbourhood Watch and Danby Wood teams and also from committee members. We are grateful too, for the support offered by our local police, local councillors and Matt Davies from the Norwich Fringe Project.
There have been no further reports of excessive speeding on the estate, but residents need to be continually aware that the 20mph speed limit is self-policing i.e. drivers don’t need to be approached or distracted in any way by the residents - simply note the registration number and report any incidents to Les Rowlands of the committee.
Scams continue to be a problem with unsolicited telephone calls taking place at all hours of the day and night! A timely reminder that it is never a good idea to return any unsolicited telephone call, especially ones that cannot identify the name of the company which they represent!
Any suspicious people entering your property for whom you have any concern, or if you see such people walking around the estate looking into properties or slowly driving around should be reported directly to the police. If you can make a note of the vehicle, such as its registration number, colour etc. then that would be very helpful. If you witness a crime in progress please telephone 999 or, alternatively, if the incident is non-urgent, telephone 101 or Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111 which is always 100% anonymous. If you wish to view the latest scams, then please access the following link:
http:/www.norfolk.gov.uk/business/trading-standards/scams/consumer-alerts
Finally, you do not have to answer the door to anyone who you do not know, or listen to anyone who is unfamiliar on the telephone who might be trying to sell you something or click on an email that looks suspicious. Please contact Les Rowlands by phoning him on 07752 213981 or by email lesrowlands@virginmedia.com should you have any concerns.
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