Bodham Newsletter
July 2025
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Parish Council |
Bodham Parish Council has a vacancy for a councillor to take us
to our full compliment of 7 councillors. If you are interested
or would like to learn more about the role or like to apply then
please contact the parish clerk -
Dan Futter -
bodhampc@gmail.com
Bodham Parish Council has allotments available for the coming
year.
Please contact the parish clerk if you are interested.
The next meeting of Bodham Parish Council will take place Monday
14th July at 7.00 pm |
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Paper Recycling Bank
Bodham Parish Council has been notified that MW White, the
company who provides and collects the paper recycling bank will
discontinue this service at the end of the summer.
The use of these facilities generally has dwindled over the
years whilst contamination with cardboard has increased meaning
the service is no longer financially viable.
There does not appear to be an alternative provider at this
stage so this likely means the end of the paper bank, Please do
continue to use it, the Parish Council receives revenue in the
form of recycling credits which we can use to improve the
village. Thank you to everyone who has done this over the years.
The bottle bank and clothing bank are unaffected. |
Bodham and West Beckham Church Services
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Sunday 6th July 4.00pm Afternoon Praise at Bodham Village Hall
Sunday 20th July at 9.00 am Celtic Praise Service at West Beckham Church
Bodham All Saints Church Open Day
We are holding an Open Church Day on Saturday 30th August
from 10.00 am - 3.00 pm.
This will include an exhibition of photos, documents about Bodham in the Past, a
Textile Exhibition; Churchyard Wildlife Investigations; Children’s Activities
and Refreshments. It will be an open invitation to join us at the Church for
interesting activities and to enjoy the lovely surrounding area. If anyone could
offer us some help, either in providing us with photos, artefacts or helping
with refreshments please get in touch with Fiona.
- fionamward@btinternet.com
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Bodham Playing Field
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Dates for Your Diary
The Bodham Bazaars
Bodham & Beckham Village Hall
from 10am until 1pm
Saturday 11th October
With Sheringham Ukulele Players providing live
music
Saturday 8th November
With Sheringham Ukulele Players providing live
music
Saturday 6th December With
Sheringham Ukulele Players providing live music
The Mind, Body & Spirity Fayres
Bodham & Beckham Village Hall
6pm until 9pm
Friday 11th July
Friday 8th August
Friday 10th October
Friday 7th November
Saturday 5th December
Special Events
Tuesday 25th July - Drumming Circle with Lakota Sands 7.30pm - Tickets £10.
email info@miss-kay.co.uk
Tuesday 1st July
Evening of Mediumship with Lakota Sands - Tickets
£10. email
info@miss-kay.co.uk
Tuesday18th November
Evening of Mediumship with Lakota Sands - Tickets
£10. email
info@miss-kay.co.uk
The Bodham Car Boot Sales
Bodham Playing Field
10am until 2pm - Free pitches
Every Sunday
From 1st June until 7th September
1940’s Weekend Car Parking & Café Facilities
On the Playing Field
Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st September |
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Note to Parents - Please Read. Help our Village and your Children. |
As you may be aware, the Playing Field Committee and Volunteers in the village
are working hard to maintain the playing field and raise money to improve play
equipment.
In recent weeks some children in the village have caused damage to the Pavilion
and Croquet pitch.
Although this may be seen as a small misdemeanor, it has an impact on the
progress to our aim of improving facilities for everyone.
All damage costs money to repair and demoralises volunteers who are giving up
their time to make things better for those same children.
Please speak to your children and explain the importance of respect for
property.
Thank you, Kerri, Mel and Paul Clarke |
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Reiki
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Do you want to feel calm, relaxed and connected?
Maybe you should try Reiki?
Reiki is a safe and non-invasive energy healing modality linked to a wide
range of physical and emotional health benefits.
Taster sessions with Kerri Clarke are available at the monthly Mind, Body and
Spirity Fayre at Bodham Village Hall for just £5.
Why not come along to the next event on the 9th May and find out more?
Alternatively, contact me for more details;
magpiesnest2025@outlook.com
07584250841 |
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Events in Bodham and Beckham Village Hall
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Due to the good weather the village hall is operating off grid and feeding
electricity back into the National Grid. This is a remarkable turnaround prior
to the installation of the Solar Panels and this will provide us with a nest egg
to help us through the colder months.
Facebook:
Bodham & Beckham Village Hall
email:
bodhambeckham.villagehall@gmail.com.
Website
https://sites.google.com/view/bodhambeckhamvillagehall.
Groups who regularly use the Village Hall include a Computer Group,
Music Appreciation Group, Yoga Class, Sound Bath, Sewing Group as well as a Mind
and Spirity Fayre.
We are in discussions with a Martial Arts group to add to our weekly programme
of events. If you would like to learn more about this self-defence group and any
of our other activities
Please email us at
bodhambeckham.villagehall@gmail.com and we will pass your details onto the
relevant people. If you would prefer to call, please phone 07958 755270. If we
are unable to answer, leave a message and we will contact you when we can.
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Food for Thought Quiz Night |
Will take place on Friday 18th July for another fun evening of fiendish
questions and lots of fun with food if required. Braincells need to be ready at
7.30pm. Entry is £8.00 per person including food and the quiz only option is £3
per person. Teams consist of 4 people. The food on this occasion will include
various Quiches, Pork Pie and a Salad Bar with the popular home made soda bread.
Please let us know of your food option by the 1st July.
Please book as soon as possible as this event is very popular.
To book a table contact Pat Spurgeon - 01263 588394 or email the Village Hall. |
Village Craft Club
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On alternate Wednesdays 2.00 - 4.00 pm. Bring any craft of your choosing and
join in the conversation. £3.00 per meeting. Refreshments served. Just turn up
or contact Helen Bruford on 01263 588122 or email
helenbruford@aol.com for more
information.
Our next meetings are Wednesday 2nd, 16th and 30th July
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Community cafe
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On the last Saturday of the month 10am -12.00pm.
Come along on Saturday 26th July Join us for a hot drink,
something to eat and a chat the old fashioned way face to face.
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North Norfolk Photographic Society
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On the 12th, 13th and 14th September the award winning North Norfolk
Photographic Society is staging its annual exhibition in the hall, So, if you
are interested in photography or would just like to see just what can be
achieved with a modern digital camera, this is well worth a visit.
Further details can be found on nnps.uk. |
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Bodham Open Gardens in June - Supporting Good Causes |
On Sunday 15th June Rosemary and Trevor Banks opened their garden at Walnut Farm
Donations from the gate collection amounted to £191.00 which has been donated to
the Bodham Playing Field Funds. Thank you.
On Sunday 22nd June Michael and Mary Sayer opened their garden at The Rest
Michael and Mary Sayer wish to thank everyone for their amazing generosity and
support. They raised just over £1210 for the
East Anglian Air Ambulance.
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Bodham Art Show
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This event will take place on Sunday 24th August.
Come along and see outstanding work by local artisans. There will be paintings
in various media, innovative woodwork, quality knit wares, embroidered and
mandala artwork, mixed media collage and stained glass and jewellery. Entrance
is free with any donations going to our nominated charity for this event , which
is the East Anglian Air Ambulance.
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The Norfolk Churches Trust Cycle Ride |
Whilst we are on the subject of sponsored events, the Norfolk
Churches Trust cycle ride is on September 14th. The premise is
that you cycle to as many churches as you can or want to,
choosing your own route and going your own speed. The Norfolk
Churches Trust receives half of any funds you raise, and the
remainder goes to the church of your choice. Electric Bikes,
Horses, Walkers all welcome to take part too - why not set a
challenge and help Bodham Church?
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The ‘Award Winning’ Red Hart
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Opening Times are
Monday and Tuesday from 3.00 pm
No food on Mondays and Tuesdays
From Wednesday to Saturday from 11.30 am to 11.00 pm
Sunday 11.30am - 9.00 pm
From Wednesday to Saturday, join us for lunch from 12.00 pm to 2.30 pm
and for dinner from 6.00 pm to 8.30 pm.
Don’t forget on Fridays 5.00 - 7.00 pm we are serving
Takeaway Fish and Chips or Scampi and Chips.
On Sundays, our doors are open from 12.00 am to 4.00 pm
for our famous roasts.
Here are some dates for your diary……..
Quiz Night - Tuesday 1st July at 7.30 pm
Open Mic - Tuesday 8th July at 7.30 pm onwards
‘Bingo’ on Tuesday 15th July - Eyes Down at 7.30 pm
Karaoke Party - Saturday 26th July at 8.30
We have live music on the following dates ……
- Sunday 6th July - Bandwith from 4.00 - 7.00 pm
- Sunday 13th July - Joe and Mary from 5.00 - 8.00 pm
- Sunday 20th July - Peddars Way Folk from 4.00 - 7.00 pm
- Sunday 27th July - Goldrush from 4.00 - 7.00 pm
- And lastly on Monday 28th July Motorbike meet from around 5pm
onwards. |
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The Michael Sayer Quiz
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1. Cinnamon and Silver Fox are breeds of which animal?
2. Which fictional detective lived at White Haven mansion?
3. Battledore was an early form of which sport?
4. What is studied in a formicarium?
5. What is the largest country in the world?
6.What is another term for a Chinese White Cabbage?
7. What nationality was the motor racing driver Emerson Fitipaldi?
8. In which part of the human body is the Island Riel?
9. What type of animal is a Capuchin?
10. How many US states border Alaska?
Answers for June -1. Iodine. 2. Frank Carson 3. Fainting Fit. 4. Whitbury New
Town 5. Filly 6. Kansas 7. Basketball 8. Gooseberry 9. Drum 10. Bobby Ball |
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Mobile Library Service
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The Mobile Library Van will stop outside 8 Roseacre on a
Thursday once a month.
The next visit to the village will be Thursday 10th July at
11.50 pm - 12.05 pm. |
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Mobile Post Office
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Please remember the regular weekly visits from the Post Office van to Bodham and
Beckham Village Hall.
This service is available every Tuesday from 12.30 pm - 1.30 pm in the Village
Hall Car Park.
Please note the changed timings. |
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Dog Fouling
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Two bins are provided for the disposal of dog waste. Please do
not throw your plastic bags in the hedgerow, please use the bins
provided.
Please also remember that dogs are Not Allowed on the Playing
Field at any time unless they are service dogs.
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Good Neighbour Scheme
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Please don’t forget the Community Scheme is still in place.
If you need support please get in touch with Mel Clarke.
Mel’s contact details are 01263 588840 or
melclarke58@gmail.com |
Your Comments and Contributions to this publication would be welcome, please
send to.....
Roger Ward, Holly House, Cromer Road, Bodham, Norfolk NR25 6QG
01263 588627 or 07762 597806
e-mail -
rogerward2@btinternet.com
Views expressed are not necessarily the views of the editorial staff or the
Parish Council.
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