Wreningham Village Photo June 2023
Wreningham VA School
Reading Room
Village Hall
Playing Field
A weekly information email is circulated to inform parishioners about village functions, church services, school functions, village hall dances, pub nights, fish & chip nights, etc.
This is managed by David Tinsley at wreninghamnorfolk@btinternet.com
If you have an event in the village which you wish to publicise, then contact David.
If you do not yet receive this email and would like to, contact David. Details are only be used for village information and are not shared with others.
Go For It – If you are passionate about an activity, project or interest, then use the link here. There is up to £300 waiting to help you get your idea up and running in your local community.
Homes For Ukraine Support Grant – – This community support grant aims to help fund community groups, projects or activities that provide ongoing support for Ukrainian Refugees arriving and settling in South Norfolk and Broadland. The application can be found in this link .
Help Hub – Everybody needs a bit of extra support from time to time and the Help Hub makes sure people get that help as soon as possible. The link is here.
Explanation and summary of help available around Norfolk
Contact for the above is Kate Squires, Events and Communities Coordinator
t 01603 430591 e kate.squires@southnorfolkandbroadland.gov.uk
The Chances Team has asked us to post the following.
Chances have worked with over a thousand Norfolk residents and have a proven track record of developing individuals in terms of their skills and their confidence making them more job-ready. This is available for our parishishioners to boost opportunities, provide a positive social impact and deliver economic benefit in our area.
Chances is partnership between Norfolk County Council, Future Projects, Norfolk Citizens Advice, Voluntary Norfolk and Citizens Advice Diss & Thetford. We are part funded through the European Social Fund with the remainder of our funding being generated within the county. Chances is delivered locally with a team of experienced Advocates working in each district of Norfolk.
Who is it for?
Chances is here to help people who are:
What does Chances do?
The Chances team of Advocates offer 1:1 guidance to help individuals:
Chances Leaflet here.
Testimonials from participants here.
The Chances project page is here
To arrange or to speak to a member of the team: contact 01603 222904 or email chances@norfolk.gov.uk
Yesterday there was a certain amount of Police presence which raised concern amongst those in the immediate area. We have contacted the Police for information. They have informed us that they responded to a reported situation and that it has now been resolved. They advise that there is no need for any public concern.
7.20pm.
We have received a report of a domestic burglary in the Church road area in the last hour or two. This seems to be an opportunistic act. Apparently, no-one was hurt and there is no damage to property. A handbag and purse containing money and credit cards were taken. The Police have been called.
Whilst there is little information available it seems wise to remind you to take appropriate security measures for your personal safety and that of your home.
We wish say thanks to all those who made our third annual Christmas Tree event a resounding and enjoyable success – my singing not withstanding! This is especially so with the happy band of some 50+ adults and children who were in fine (and unaccompanied) singing voice for the carols by the tree.
Nick & Sue very kindly donated the lovely Christmas tree which was trimmed and installed by Andrew. Hughie added the lighting and Andrea provided the songsheets. David and Noel looked out for wayward traffic. Santa came, with his elf-helper and her bucket of goodies, to discuss children’s wishes for Christmas. And, last but not least, the children complemented the tree decoration with extra baubles from Santa.
Thanks everyone. Have a Happy and Peaceful Christmas.
P.S. If I have missed anyone, let me know and I can update this post!
Council elections are scheduled for May 2023. It is too often the case that there are insufficient numbers of applicants for the parish and town council positions. For us, this means that Wreningham Parish Council often comprises those deemed to be elected instead of having actually been elected following an election.
Having elected Councillors bring benefits. They are good for:
So, we invite you to consider becoming a councillor. Do speak to any of our current Councillors (Andrea, Hughie, Jean, Keith, Michael) or the Parish Clerk (Tina) to find out more, and to express your interest.
The Boundary Commission for England has recently published revised proposals for the new parliamentary constituency boundaries. This is a summary of the proposed changes for South Norfolk.
South Norfolk Council have provided two documents:
1. A spreadsheet to district ward level – you will see that there are significant differences between the initial and revised areas most notably, is that part of South Norfolk is being put together with East and Mid Suffolk. [Coloured in purple for reference.]
2. A basic map showing the boundaries – note that Wreningham is in Ward 13 on the initial proposal map, and Ward 9 in the new proposal.
There does not appear to be an impact for our Ward, Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross.
Full details and interactive maps can be found at https://www.bcereviews.org.uk/node/6484 which is also where you can make a comment by the 5 December if you so wish.
The SNC contact is Nicola Tullock, Electoral Services Manager
t 01508 533970 e nicola.tullock@southnorfolkandbroadland.gov.uk
Just in case you missed it, the letter from the Animal & Plant Health Agency and NCC:
Join us at Wreningham cinema
We are planning to hold an afternoon film show, on the last Wednesday of the month during the winter (except December 28th), in Wreningham Village Hall as our contribution to the “warm space” scheme. A chance for you to turn down the heating at home and join us for a film and hot drink.
Our license will not allow us to advertise the title of the film but on Wed. 30th November at 2 pm we will be showing – “a true story about a crane operator who gained entry to the 1976 Golf open, despite never having played any golf”. Reviews: “An uproarious comedy” “Made me cry with laughter”. There is no charge to see the film, but an optional donation towards the refreshments would be appreciated.
Run by The Upper Tas Valley Benefice and open to anybody in our parishes, whether or not they attend our churches.
Book a Lunch
If you live alone or are struggling to make ends meet we will be offering a warm lunch at 1 pm before the film but this needs to be booked in advance. Contact Christine Minns for details if you are interested or if you know of somebody else who might be. Tel: 01508 488123
Transport
We will try to organise transport for the less able or non-car owners. Please let Christine know if you will require transport.