Monthly Archives: September 2011

Michael Middleton’s Wild West Norfolk – September 2011

Of the countless government departments it’s been my pleasure to deal with over the years, I’ve never had any close enounters with DI55. In fact, until last month I’d never even heard of it.

Peace and quiet – and hard-edged competition…

  It’s one of the most popular sports in the country, and there’s no better place to get started than West Norfolk. Charlotte Thorneycroft meets Darren Reed of the King’s Lynn Angling Association…

Tessa’s lifelong love for art…

Charlotte Thorneycroft talks to local artist Tessa Newcomb, who’s created beautiful and striking images of East Anglia for over 30 years…

A local link to the tale of the Titanic…

As the centenary of the Titanic disaster approaches, local writer Yvonne Hume has uncovered the story of her great uncle, who was in the band that played on…

Explorer – Wisbech

On Bridge Street (the site of the old Butter Market) is the 68ft Thomas Clarkson Memorial (above), an imposing structure commemorating the life of the famous anti-slavery campaigner. Born in Wisbech, Clarkson studied at Wisbech Grammar School before continuing his … Continue reading

Cafe Review – Poppyfields

Just off of the A149 on the edge of Snettisham village is the Poppyfields Garden Centre and Cafe, well placed for a light refreshment stop after a busy morning’s bird watching at the nearby nature reserve.

Restaurant Review – Voujon Indian Restuarant

In her culinary quest to enjoy a taste of everything west Norfolk has to offer, Ann Weaver visits Voujon…

Cooks Corner with Melanie Done – September 2011

Planet-friendly fizz!

The history of King’s Lynn in one amazing building…

Charlotte Thorneycroft charts the history of St George’s Guildhall – from sailmaker’s loft to county court, from gunpowder store and button factory to an ever-popular theatre. Photography by Ian Ward

Animal Matters – September 2011

Our monthly look at the issues concerning you and your pets with Alex Dallas of the London Road Veterinary Centre…