Hello folks, my name is Nellie and I live in Claxton. I am a Border terrier cross, so what I lack in size I make up for in attitude. We terriers are the ‘punks’ of the canine world, feisty but good fun and low maintenance. Terriers sometimes have a bad press but I like to think we are smart dogs with a good story to tell and an opinion to express. I know how to secure a treat or find a comfortable and warm location to dream and plan my next pretend hunt. I get to walk around Claxton every day and so observe the flora and fauna through the months. Given my qualifications and expertise, I thought it would be a good idea to share some of my experiences and observations with my fellow Claxtonians. We dogs have a significant contribution to make to the cultural richness of our communities and so I intend to help establish a network of local commentators – two legs or four it doesn’t matter (you see I have read Animal Farm). (more…)
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Nellie’s First Post – October 2012
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Minutes of Parish Council Meeting, 19 September 2012
In attendance: Mrs Pat Clare (Chair, presiding), Mr Paul Wright, Mrs Mary Button and Mr David Hamblin (Councillors), Mr Mike Balmer (Clerk). Also attending: 14 Parishioners, Mr Adrian Gunson (County Councillor) and Mr Derek Blake (District Councillor). (more…)
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Minutes of Parish Council Meeting, 25 July 2012
In attendance: Mrs Pat Clare (Chair, presiding), Mr Paul Wright, Mrs Mary Button and Mr David Hamblin (Councillors), Mr M Balmer (Clerk). Also attending: 3 Parishioners, Mr Adrian Gunson (County Councillor). Absent – Mr Derek Blake (District Councillor). (more…)
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History of the Fair on the Yare
The fair at Claxton was revived in recent years (up to 2018) but its history goes back to the 1340s when William de Kerdiston was lord of the Manor of Claxton. He was granted the right to hold a weekly market each Monday and a fair for five days to commence each year on the eve of St John the Baptist, the day itself (29 August) and on 3 subsequent days.
This grant of the right to hold a market and fair was a privilege much sought after and reflects the importance of William de Kerdiston at that time. He had apparently been a great warrior and took part in Edward III’s campaign in Flanders. In 1346 he was knighted during the Crecy campaign and later fought the Scots.
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Minutes of Parish Council Annual Meeting, 16 May 2012
Present: Mrs Pat Clare (Chair, presiding), Mr P Wright and Mrs M Button (Councillors), Mr D Blake (District Councillor), Mr B Ansell and Mr M Balmer (outgoing and incoming Clerks) and 5 Parishioners. Apologies from Mr A Gunson (County Councillor). (more…)
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Minutes of Annual Parish Meeting, 16 May 2012
Present: Mrs Pat Clare (Chair, presiding), Mr P Wright and Mrs M Button (Councillors), Mr D Blake (District Councillor), Mr B Ansell and Mr M Balmer (outgoing and incoming Clerks) and 5 Parishioners. Apologies from Mr A Gunson (County Councillor) and Roland Kaye (Pits Trust). (more…)
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Minutes of Parish Council Meeting, 29 March 2012
In attendance: Mrs P.Clare (Chair), Mrs M.Button, Mr P.Wright and Mr. B Ansell (Clerk).
Also attending Mr. A.Gunson (County Councillor), Mr D.Blake (District Councillor) & CPSO K. Nightingale. Apologies Mr A.Ives, & Ms M.Comley. (more…) -
Minutes of Parish Council Meeting, 18 January 2012
In attendance: Mrs P.Clare (Chair), Mrs M.Button, Mr A. Ives, Mr P.Wright and Mr. B Ansell (Clerk). Also attending Mr. A. Gunson (County Councillor), Mr D.Blake (District Councillor) & 3 parishioners.
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Police non-emergency number
Norfolk Constabulary has introduced a new telephone number for people who want to talk to the police about non-urgent issues. Instead of ringing the current switchboard number of 0845 456 4567, people should dial 101.
The introduction of 101 in Norfolk is part of a nationwide initiative which saw all forces adopting the number by the end of 2011. It is designed to offer one easy way to contact your local police force to report non-emergency crimes, disorder or anti-social behaviour or to speak to your local police officers. (more…)
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Online information for bereaved families
A new web-site was launched in August 2011 to help any-one who has to organise a funeral.
“Funeralmap.co.uk” makes it possible to check the details of all cemetries, crematoria, and natural burial grounds nation wide. It also lists Funeral Directors, bereavement support organisations, register offices, memorial masons, florists and more across the UK.
Free leaflets and cards about the site are available, call 0845 004 8608 or e-mail [email protected]. Or go to the site www.funeralmap.co.uk.
