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Male U20 7

Male 20-40 12

Male 40-60 15

Male 60+ 11

Female U20 8

Female 20-40 19

Female 40-60 17

Female 60+ 11

What do you like/is good about living

in Bowthorpe? %

Shops and facilities 24

Good Play Groups and schools 3

Close to city, university, hospital 4

Safe/low crime rate 3

Good sense of community 20

Parks 5

Quiet 13

Rural/urban balance 9

Good bus routes, cycle paths 3

Everything convenient 16

Percentages of those taking part

YOUNG PEOPLE TAKE COMMUNITY SURVEY

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THE THIRD CLOVER HILL

ARTS EXHIBITION AND COMPETITION SATURDAY 12TH OCTOBER 2013

Once again our thanks to everyone who entered the competition with their wonderful work. Every year we see such amazing things from the people of Norwich and we are delighted to give others the chance to enjoy it all. This year the number of entries was down, but I have to take responsibility for that as I failed to get the publicity out as early as I should have done. Next year I will be better organized, so be prepared...

In total 30 people entered the competition with 38 pieces of work. This year we did not have so many entries in the younger age groups so we hope that there will be more next year. Our grateful thanks to Becky Mizon, Matt Smith, and Geraldine Jozefiak, our helpful and knowledgeable judges. Also thanks to members of Clover Hill Community Association Committee and to Louise Curtis who worked so hard to make the day so successful.

PRIZE WINNERS

PHOTOGRAPHY

RUTH TYRRELL, GLEN BARNES, ELLA PARFITT, ALEX BROWN

PAINTING & DRAWING

MARY SELLARS, LEE CARRUTHERS, ELLA PARFITT,

BELLA WARREN, SHENOLI FERNANDO, RUSHEN FERNANDO

KNITTING & CROCHET

MICHELLE RAUPERT, JANICE CORNISH

QUILTING, PATCHWORK & APPLIQUE

IROSHA CROOS, DOLORES EDMEADES,

EMBROIDERY, CROSS STITICH, NEEDLEPOINT & TAPESTRY

MICHELLE RAUPERT, TRISH BURROWS, SHENNOLI FERNANDO

YOUNG PEOPLE TAKE COMMUNITY SURVEY

Many thanks to all members of the public who took part in the

Community Survey in July. Groups of young people from the New Day Youth Event at the Showground took the survey in Bowthorpe Main Shopping Centre. It was run by your Community Liaison Officers,

Bowthorpe Church and teams from the New Day Event. We thought you might be interested in the results.

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What could be done to improve the area? % Stop litter/dog mess/fly tipping/graffiti - use bins 25

Stop anti-social behaviour and vandalism 5 More police/wardens presence; neighbourhood watch 6 Improve look of village and main centres (invest in area) 9

Council to maintain paths, hedges, parks, cycle paths, etc 3

Street lighting to come on earlier 1 Better road access and signage 4

Better bus service 5

Wider range of shops and facilities (eg library, clothes,

butchers, etc) 17 Better/more facilities in parks 7 No further building in green spaces 2

More community facilities and clubs for all ages (cafes,

leisure, swimming) 6 More facilities and clubs for Teens and Young People 10

What is the greatest need in Bowthorpe? %

Presence of police/wardens 5

Less anti-social behaviour/crime 6

Safer roads/better access 4

Improve bus service 4

Better access to health services 3

Wider range of shops 19

More community facilities for all (library, swimming, caf,

gym, etc) 13

More community activities for all ages 5

Better facilities for teens and young people 21

Improve facilities in parks 7

More litter bins/recycling facilities/etc 3

More housing and employment 2

Better street lighting 2

Local authority to spend more to improve area 6

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NOTICE BOARD

"I wanted to pay tribute to my wonderful and beloved Spotty who we sadly had to say goodbye to on September 14th, 2013. He was my trusted and loyal companion for 17 years. Many of you, I'm sure, will recognise him and may have had the pleasure in meeting him whilst out and about on our daily walks all around Bowthorpe! He even made the headlines when he and I were asked to officially open the Bowthorpe Community Gardens back in 2008. I miss him very much. He was always there no matter what, for 17 amazing and

wonderful years xxxx"

Jo de Vincentiis

West Norwich Lions

Christmas is nearly here!

Door to door collections will be made

over the Xmas period. .Santa will

again be outside Roys at certain

times. If anyone has a couple of

hours to spare to help us, please

contact the West Norwich Lions

on 743709 (Derek Goodswen sec).

Future activities of the club include

race nights for different

organisations, car boots, fetes and

we continue to collect used

spectacles from city opticians which

we send abroad to third world

countries.

SHOE BOX APPEAL

Fill a shoebox for a child

to receive at Christmas.

Make a child smile.

For more details

and leaflets contact

Bowthorpe church

749614 or the Norkie

Pub.

Boxes must be in by 10th

November.

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New Nursery in Bowthorpe to offer 2-year funded

early learning places

Following on from their recent Good rating by Ofsted, Banana Moon Day

Nursery at Bowthorpe Hall have now been given the green light to offer 2-

year funded early learning places.

Under the new scheme, all 2 year olds who meet specific criteria can get 15

hours of free childcare funded by the local authority.

Nursery Director Rachel Kelly said Im so pleased we can work together

with our local authority to offer some of our most disadvantaged children

the opportunity to access great childcare plus support working parent

families.

All 2-year-olds who are looked after by their local authority are eligible, as

well as families who earn less than 16,190 and receive tax credits. Any

parents interested are invited to give the nursery a call on 01603 734734 or

can speak to the Family Information Centre on 0344 800 8020 to see if they

are eligible.

Councillor report.

In the course of our visits to residents Bowthorpe councillors have been informed of some criminal activites under cover of darkness. Some residents of Chapel Break have told us of garage break-ins and cars being damaged. Some Three Score residents have told us of plants in pots and garden ornaments being taken overnight. It is sometimes possible for street lights to be kept on all night in an area where it is shown that there is an increased risk of crime . In order for this to be considered, the police need to be aware of where and when these offences are being committed. Please remember to inform the police of any such activities in your area. Councillors always find Pc Andy Tomlinson and his team very helpful with such matters. They can be contacted on Tel: 101 and on e-mail at Tomlinson@norfolk.pnn.police.uk

Councils continue to face drastic cuts in funding and they have to make some very difficult choices. It helps if the public take part in consultations in order to demonstrate their priorities. To take part in the latest County Council consultation you can go on the website at www.norfolk.gov.uk/puttingpeoplefirst on e-mail at : haveyoursay@norfolk.gov.uk or by telephone on 0344 800 8020.

Jo Storie (councillor) Tel. 747617

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Bowthorpe Police Station Norfolk Constabulary Wendene Norwich NR5 9HA non emergency Tel: 101 tomlinsona@norfolk.pnn.police.uk

Pc 591 Andy Tomlinson

My thanks to those of you who came along and spoke with us at the latest street meeting. We are listening to your concerns.

I am addressing traffic concerns in Bowthorpe. My teams recent action to address the frequent misuse of bus lanes and speeding motorists has resulted in numerous drivers being advised about their manner of driving, several receiving tickets and one driver being reported to court for careless driving and other offences. I recently spoke with the head of the councils traffic enforcement officers and invited them to work alongside my team for joint action days particularly to look at the poor parking out-side our schools at dropping off and picking up times. I am currently working with the DVLA with a view to arranging another day focusing on any untaxed vehicles in our neighbourhood.

The reduction of anti-social behaviour has continued to be a priority for my team. I continue to work closely with our housing agency partners to address your concerns. Thanks to your information one resident has now been evicted for persistent anti-social behaviour, a criminal ASBO has been granted by the courts, one further person has been identified as fly -tipping and one person has now been charged with supplying drugs in our neighbourhood. There is no quick and final fix but together we will continue to address concerns and further reduce the anti -social behaviour in our neighbourhood.

Concerns on anti-social behaviour are particularly relevant at this time of the year with the approach of fireworks, bonfires and trick -or-treaters. Please remember that not every member of our community will want to participate and please respect your neighbours. What is criminal and anti -social throughout the year is still illegal despite these days of festivities. You can log on to our Constabulary website to find out more information or to download posters and other activities. Equally you are welcome to call at your local police station and speak with any member of my team.

We are always happy to see you and we want to know what concerns you feel we should be priorit ising to improve the neighbourhood. I would like to repeat that the amount of crime in Bowthorpe is still low. It is a nice place. This is because of the real sense of community we have. We will work hard to keep it this way as we are fully committed to working with you.

Please keep the information coming. You can contact us by dialling 101 or through crime stoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. It is with your continued support that we can make Bowthorpe one of the safest areas of Norwich in which to live.

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Main Service 10 : 30 am Sundays

Sunday Evening Service 6 : 30 pm

Wednesday 10 am Service of Holy Communion and Healing

For Roman Catholic services Tel. Rev Bill Dimelow 743476 or Fr. David Ward at St John's Cathedral 624615

Remembrance

This month as we remember all those who gave their lives in war for the sake of our peace, I thought I would give you the words of the Remembrance Service so that you can take a few moments to be still before God.

Let us remember the kindness of God, and his favour to us in our time of need. Let us remember the courage, devotion to duty, and the self-sacrifice of the men and women in our armed forces; the toil, endurance, and suffering of those who were not in uniform; the support of those who sent help from afar, or came and stood by our side.

Let us remember those who were wounded in the fight; those who perished in air-raids at home; those who fell in battle, and are buried at sea or in some corner of a foreign field; and especially those whom we have known and loved, whose place is for ever in our hearts.

Let us remember those who were our enemies, whose homes and hearts are as bereft as ours, whose dead lie also in a tomb of living remembrance.

Let us remember those who came back; those whose lives still bear the scars of war; those who lost sight or limbs or reason; those who lost faith in God and hope for humanity.

Let us remember the continuing grace of God; in love God gave his own Son Jesus Christ to suffer and die upon a cross, in love God raised him from the dead, giving those that trust in him the hope of eternal life.

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R.I.P.

Daniel Moore

aged 28.

13th

September

Weddings

Graham Brown and Claire Tharby

on 26th October at Old Bolingbroke,

Lincolnshire

In memory of those who died, may we be better men and women; and in gratitude to God, may we live as those who are not their own

but who are bought with a price. Amen.

Revd Mark Elvin

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Say No to domestic abuse Norwich City Council is joining forces with its partners across the county in a week of activities to raise awareness of domestic abuse and sexual

violence.

Monday 25 November is national White Ribbon Day and also marks the start of this years Norfolk Says No campaign. The campaign recognises that anybody can be subject to domestic abuse, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, social or professional position, faith or

religious belief, physical or mental ability or sexual orientation.

What is domestic abuse? Domestic abuse can take many forms. It includes financial, emotional, psychological or sexual control and threatening behaviour, as well as physical violence and stalking. Those responsible could be current or former intimate partners or family members and include both young people and

adults.

Norfolk Says No is about coming together to raise awareness of domestic

violence and point those affected towards the help they need.

Its aim is to have a positive impact by reducing levels of domestic violence

throughout the year and on a permanent basis.

Norfolk Says No launches at The Forum on Monday 25 November with an

information event of local support services, between10.30am and 4pm.

For more details, visit www.norwich.gov.uk/norfolksaysno

http://www.norwich.gov.uk/services/Documents/NSNNorwichEvents.pdf

You can find a full programme of events, which is also being updated as new details come through, on the county council's page:

http://www.norfolk.gov.uk/Safety_emergencies_and_accidents/

During Norfolk Says No campaign week on Wednesday 27 November,

Norwich City Council will host two training sessions on basic domestic

abuse awareness to be delivered by Leeway. The sessions are just

one hour long and voluntary & community groups can book onto

either the 1-2pm session or the 4-5pm session.

Both will take place in the Council Chamber at City Hall, Norwich. To

book a place or for further information contact Jo Sapsford, Safer

communities co-ordinator at Norwich City Council, on 01603 212130 or

email joannasapsford@norwich.gov.uk.

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Bowthorpe, 1826

Shown here is a section from Andrew Bryants Country Around Norwich map of 1826.

When Bryant and his team surveyed the area about two years earlier, the village of Bowthorpe had already fallen into ruin. The remains of All Angles Church (1) was used as a makeshift farm building, although the original Bowthorpe Hall is clearly marked nearby.

Todays residential areas of Clover Hill (2), Three Score (3) and Chapel Break (4) had yet to be developed.

The Bowthorpe Shopping Centre (5) would later stand on the area south of Dereham Road (6), which was then little more than a dirt track.

The University of East Anglia (7) is now found on a route that ran from the east bank of the River Yare and eventually joins Earlham Road (8). The site of the Norfolk and Norwich Hospital (9) was open land.

Bryants entire map, and many others of local and historical interest, can be found at www.historic-maps.norfolk.gov.uk.

Brian Lamont. Humbleyard, Clover Hill.

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BOWTHORPE

HERITAGE GROUP COMMUNITY GARDEN

Contacts:

Madge 734767

Veronica 749280

Adrian 07765350383

Carol 474633 (evenings)

Sunday Help - days:

Nov. 3rd and 17th

Why not pop over and

give a hand or donate

bird food or a bird-

feeder or two!

On October 16th BHG was proud

to receive a

Design Award from

The Norwich Society

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ASHWELL COURT

Doesnt the time go quickly? It only seems like yesterday I was writing for the August issue (the height of summer) and now I am writing for the November issue. Where did all that time go?

I hope it went quickly for you, too, because it means you were having fun. We have been continuing to have fun at Ashwell Court.

I mentioned the Mystery Tour last time, when we joined with Bradecroft. This was, as usual, very, very good. We went quite far afield through lovely and interesting country and ended at Ely, a place I, for one, had never really visited. The cathedral there is awesome and I didnt realise that Oliver Cromwell actually lived in Ely so his house could also be visited. We look forward to joining Bradecroft in their programme of trips next year.

We had a lovely evening of entertainment by Pat James at the end of September and then a very lively evening with Barry Tone an excellent reincarnation of Elvis Presley! We are looking forward to visits by Patsy Rose (for Halloween) and also to another visit by Helen and Michael and an evening visit by Pat James, so a very lively and entertaining time ahead. We are so lucky to have all this entertainment on our doorstep. We do not even have to turn out in the cold in the winter. This is due to Caroline who arranges all the entertainers visits and also, with her helpers, produces such lovely buffets each time. Our thanks to Caroline and her helpers.

We are delighted to welcome a new resident at Ashwell Court. Edward Calaz moved in recently to the flat vacated by Eva. We wish Edward every happiness in his new

home and hope he will enjoy living at Ashwell Court.

Eva, one of our longest residents (she moved in when Ashwell Court opened in 1975) and recently celebrated her 100th birthday. Although active and

well she has moved to Corton House a residential home. We hope she will be very happy there but, of course, we miss her cheerful presence at Ashwell Court. Best wishes and love from us all Eva.

Well thats all for now. Best wishes to everyone from all at Ashwell Court.

Bye Margaret

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BRADECROFT

Pat

Alternate Mondays 2.30 Bowthorpe Church

Nov. 11th Speaker Christine McGrathUpdate on Christian Aid week

Nov. 25th Hazel Sommerville The Toys and Tins appeal. (Please bring a tin

or a toy.)

Hello again.

A QUIZ NIGHT was held

earlier this month and our brains had to work over time to try and

get the answers; very enjoyable evening.

October 24th we had a

Bingo evening,. Together with our friends from

Ashwell Court we went on our last trip of the year which was our Mystery Tour.

We circled our way across the fenlands and stopped at Ely. What a charming little city with its magnificent cathedral. I dont think we will ever

have builders building places like that, its a past skill, Im afraid. We then carried on through the fenlands and back into Norfolk to Elveden where we stopped

for afternoon tea. Despite the showers we had a very pleasant day.

Now we look forward to our Christmas dinner. Thats our last trip of the year.

So bye for now. Take care and keep warm. Till next time

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from

Collect Easton 23rd,24th Dec.

Orders by 17th Dec.

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Notices from BACK FROM

BORNEO In July this year I was lucky enough to take part in an expedition to Borneo with Taver-

ham High School. It was the trip of a lifetime; the peo-

ple were friendly and opened up their

homes in the local villages for us and made us feel very

welcome. We took part in a

number of projects; to replant areas of the

rainforest, paint a local school and see the

work being undertak-en to care and rehabili-

tate young oran-guatans at the Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary.

I came home a bit thinner with quite a few mosquito bites

and sunburn but with some great memories.

I wanted to thank all of you who supported all of my fundraising

efforts whether through donating

Jumble, promoting our events etc

With your support and a lot of hard work by friends and family I

was able to raise 3,685 towards my trip. Thank you.

Harry Forde

The Bawburgh school Xmas fayre

30th November 12-2pm.

Raffle, tombola, crafts,

Santa, refreshments .

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THE NORWICH ELECTRONIC

ORGAN & KEYBOARD

CLUB

We meet on the last Tuesday of every month at Drayton

Village Hall,.. . 7.30pm 6.00 at the door.

THE NORWICH ELECTRONIC

ORGAN & KEYBOARD

CLUB

Our final concert of the year will be

on Tuesday November 26th

when we will be spending the evening with

Matthew Bason,

international theatre and electronic

organist, pianist

and teacher.

Do come and join us for an evening of

good musical entertainment with like-minded friendly people, you will be

very welcome.

Martin Drake Chairman

01603 745544

neighbours CARERS RIGHTS DAY 29TH. NOVEMBER

COSTESSEY COMMUNITY CENTRE

10-00 until 14-00

A carer, simple title but one with huge responsibilities, maybe giving up their jobs, enjoyable aspects of their lives, los-ing their friends or their social life to look after a friend, relative or neighbour and for little monetary reward,. With 2 million new carers annually it is vital their rights are explained, the correct advice and support, this might be a break from Caring, leave from work or help with looking after the person being cared for. Carers deserve the same chances at life as everyone else,: good health, work opportunities and the freedom to pursue their own interests, but carers are often so rushed off their feet; these things are just impossible to achieve. Carers health, mentally and physically can be overlooked because they are so dedicated to putting others first. Even the simple things can be so invaluable for morale and wellbeing. Our event is the official Norwich area Rights Day event where all the main chari-ties and organisations for everything a Car-er needs or is likely to need in the future will be present.We have over 30 stalls. It is confidential, no names or details will be asked for. All advisers are qualified, experi-enced and CRB checked. It is completely free to anyone, even the refreshments are free. Any organisation that is not already involved and wishes to come and join us will be welcome ,plus stalls are free to you also.

Costessey Carers Group

cosseycarers@btinternet.com

www.costesseycarers.co.uk

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My lifes adventures of being a parent with learning disabilities

(by a single mum in bowthorpe)

From birth

Before my daughter I had nothing but abuse from friends and family .Whilst I had my daughter in my tummy I had some problems with taken drugs and drinking lots at that time. I was so worried about if my unborn child would have any problems or be disabled in anyway. As her dad had epilepsy and some mental health issues. And I had problems with mental health and learning disability had so many negative thoughts of not being able to cope with the unborn child when the child is born and I was very scared too. When she was laid in my arms my worry were all gone she was so beautiful she was a miracle baby a baby I thought I would never have .my drugs problems and the drinking all stopped when she was put in my arms. I had a new little life to look after and care for .I had some meetings to go to. To see if me and my partner could cope. And to see if her needs were being met. There were thoughts by childrens services to put her in care. but I asked for a chance to prove to the social workers that I could do it with support. These meetings went on a good few times. i did prove them all wrong but there was problems along the way like the feeding of the bottles I found really hard. but I was shown a good few times by the health visitor .Then I was able to do it myself as I learnt more from role play and pictures I did have worries of when she was ill. What to do. Again it was shown to me in step by step in picture form what I had to do. The timing of the feeds was hard for me as I dont understand time and times. So little clocks were drawn for me. It was very hard but in the end I could tell by her cries what she needed at that time

e.g. feeding changing or playing with.

Agers 1-3

I had more involvement from social workers, health visitors community mental health nurse, a supporter, and a doctor. Baby started to walk with the help and support I gave her. I started to hold her up rite. Then held her hands so she walks tiny steps. To start with I dint ever give up on her at all. I stuck to it every day so she was walking at 1 and a half years of age. I felt so proud of myself for doing it .she slept throw the night at 2 years of age but her tempers were very bad. She head butted things and kicked and screamed. I found this a big challenge. But this was normal for her age at this time. I felt useless I dint know what to do. My supporter helped me throw this tuff time. I then split up with her dad because of a gambling addition there was nothing in the home for my daughter to eat. So I packed a little stuff for her and for me. And then went to see my community mental health nurse. She put us into a safe house away from him so that led to another meeting with the social servers to see if I can cope on my own with my

daughter. I did and prove everybody wrong again. We got a flat and

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then she started nursery. For me and for my daughter it was a hard time. And our first test of independence together. I did have concerns of my own like me teaching her things to do with school as I worry I would be left behind

in the learning part. She found making friends hard.

Ages 4-6

I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. So I found it hard getting out and about at times. My daughter then went to infant school .I was being left behind with her school work. Especially homework .Her tempers were stile bad and really hating herself at the time. suppose with everything that shes been through this is normal behaviour .She did sum caring for me at this time. I felt bad vat she had to help me. I just wanted the best for her. Shes a really bright child and loves school lots. My supporter got the learning disabilities team involved with me instead of the mental health nurses. As it was then when I got diagnosed with having learning disabilities. They found out I was miss diagnosed most of my life because of the tests they done on me .I then had carers in my life nearly every day they helped me with my parenting and my other issues. Like going to parks and going out to different places and showering because of the arthritis and because I dont under-stand the safety bits with baby and myself. I was driven out of the home by bullying on the street so we both moved again to a bungalow and so she started another infant school at reception class. so she had to start over making new friends again my social worker got her into young carers she really loves it. And it gives her a chance to be a child and have a rest from me. She goes on trips and has lots of fun there she copes with everything so well. I have got a new partner now. I thought this would upset her. But instead it helped her lots. I was worried about this. Also she goes to street dance on a Friday she loves it.She has also started beavers which she enjoys lots. It has really helped with her conference and self-esteem. She

has got lots of different badgers I am so proud of her.

Age 7

My daughter has moved school again. This time to junior school. And she

once again has more behaviour problems. She has moments of regression

and turns into a 2 year old this I found really stressful and hard to deal with.

But I talked to her support worker. She went up to the school to talk to her

and challenge her a bit. This have seemed to of done the trick. There is now

a plan and routine put in place for her me. And my partner worked together

with this too. And have to stick to it. We go out together with my daughter.

And my partner supports us lots. He helps with the homework and schooling

and we still have meetings about her now. And it seems to be positive most

of the time .

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The Raptor Trust

The Kestrel One of the most seen birds of prey in this county is The Kestrel. This is the one that Hovers above the cars over the A47 and such roads. It's great to see these little birds around but once you know how skilful they are it gives you a new appreciation for them. Ever wondered why a Kestrel hovers like it does? Well... Kestrels are part of the falcon family but unlike the majority of the family its main prey are not birds. A Kestrels' diet is mainly made up of voles, shrews and mice. A Kestrel hunts these animals by using its ability to see in ultra violet light. The majority of the time that a rodent moves around it leaves tracks, traces and urine, which can be seen using ultra violet light! A Kestrel will fly along following this trail until it finds the burrow, where it then needs to wait until something peeps out. It does this by 'hovering', it flies into the wind using just enough speed that it wont be buffeted backwards but wont move along either, leaving it 'hovering' directly over the burrow. There are very little bird species that can do this and none so well as the Kestrel. Once its prey appears it drops very quickly to catch it. We have a pair whose territory covers Bowthorpe, the Norfolk Show ground, and the Longwater retail park. Many people will often see the female sitting on the top of the lamp-posts at the A47 slip road. During the breeding season when more food is needed the Male will do a lot of the hunting and has to resort to taking some birds too. This is when he starts hunting in our gardens. I have seen him take a bird from my own garden each July since I moved here. You can tell the male from the female as he will have a slate-coloured head and tail; the female is mainly brown. Although the Kestrel has had a tough year across the UK, in Norfolk it does not appear to have done as badly as most other areas! Luckily it is also one of the few birds of prey that will make use of nest boxes. Have a look on our website for Kestrel nest box templates; http://raptortrust.org.uk/pictures/kestrelnest.pdf The Raptor Trust 07931423695

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Sarah Claflin Senior Leader

Bus Passes After a meeting with parents, children, residents,

governors, police and the bus

company to try to improve the traffic

situation around school, bus passes

are now available to Clover Hill and St

Michaels parents and children. These

passes will allow a parent and child to

travel at school times on the 22 and

22a buses. If you would like one,

please see either school office.

Polite Reminder: Please be aware of

local residents access when parking.

Fundraising

Our Wateraid bake sale was highly successful, with children, parents and staff raising a 142 and our partnership school, Cloverhill VA Infant, raising a superb 220. The MacMillian coffee morning was also a success, raising just over 156.

Angels Day

Children across the school took part in a special angels day, to celebrate the feast of St Michael. Children looked at what they thought the meaning of an angel was and how they are depicted in different stories. Children had great fun carving soap angles; creating artwork and writing news reports based upon the biblical story of Daniel and the Lions Den. The work produced was just angelic!

Dates for the diary:

Christmas Fair -

17th December

at 2pm.

C h i l d r e n w i l l b e performing Christmas tunes on the instruments they have been learning; Father Christmas will be coming on his sleigh with reindeers, plus other surprises!

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Well its a worried OZ this month. Its that wonderful exciting time of

the year, unfortunately not for cats or other pets, when fireworks

light up the sky and bangs are everywhere. This is the time when I,

like most other sensible pets, hide under the bed. Anyway the

wordsearch this time is about fireworks night and Guy Fawkes. See how you

get on.

m a b h r s f h r d

c a t h e r i n e i

y n r r b e r o d s

t i e e m l e i w p

e m a g e k w s o l

f a s n m r o o p a

a l o a e a r l n y

s s n b r p k p u f

f a w k e s s x g w

v b o n f i r e w c

animals banger bonfire catherine

display explosion fawkes fireworks

gunpowder remember safety sparklers

treason

Well thats all from me this month. Hope you have a enjoyable and safe

time on bonfire night. But do remember please keep us pets safe. Until

next time.

Bye Oz

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CHRISTMAS COFFEE MORNING AND SALE

SAT. NOV.23rd 1012. Bowthorpe Church Centre

Christmas cakes to order.

Bulbs for Christmas.

Lots of other gifts.

Cakes and Crafts.

Come and share in the Christmas spirit.

Information Day for those living with and beyond cancer

Saturday 9 th November between 10:30am and 3:30pm.

K. Charities from the region, Big C and hospital professionals are coming together under one roof to inform cancer patients and

their families and friends of all the help available to them in our

region. The event is entirely free . There is no need to book.

Call 01603 286112 for more information about the

day, or email cancer.information@nnuh.nhs.uk .