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SPORTS NEWS

This walk programme is part of a new physical activity initiative called Fit Together which is being launched in North Norfolk. Fit Together is a countywide project developed and delivered by Lloydspharmacy and Active Norfolk to encourage increased activity and a healthier lifestyle with a particular focus on those aged 50 and over. The project is supported by Sport England, the National Sports Foundation, Norfolk Primary Care Trust and a number of the local authorities in the County. North Norfolk are the first to benefit from this programme with a walking scheme consisting of a series of volunteer-led walks across the district ranging from 1 to 4 miles in length. The walking scheme is based on a national initiative established jointly in 2000 by the Countryside Agency and British Heart Foundation which aimed to get over a million people more physically active through brisk walking.

Over the next six months the scheme will be rolled out across the county to be based around other clusters of Lloydspharmacies. Additional activities will be added including dance, keep fit and cycling- for which volunteers will also be required. Volunteers can commit as much or as little time as they wish and are greatly valued for their input and support of the scheme. Expenses are paid to volunteers and basic first aid training (2 hours) is also arranged at no charge to the volunteers.
This is an exciting and innovative project so pick up the phone and get involved! For details of the activities happening in your area or to volunteer please visit www.activenorfolk.org/fittogether. See page 14 for Winter Walks Programme.

Christmas Shoe Box Appeal

St Joseph's Christams Shoe Box Appeal, Sheringham, UK St Joeseph's Christmas Shoe Box Appeal collected over 200 boxes this year. Huge thanks to all who were involved, you have made some children very happy.

East Runton Chip Shop

Cross Country Event supporting ‘BREAK’

Calling all enthusiastic runners! The third annual Cross Country Event supporting BREAK charity is to be held at Stody Estate, Holt on Sunday 24th February. The 5 mile sponsored run was a massive success last year, raising over £2500 for BREAK, a locally based special care charity and is being supported for a third year by North Norfolk Beach runners. The last BREAK Cross Country Charity Event supported by the North Norfolk Beach Runners had over 90 competitors last year and was a fun day out for all that attended. This year BREAK hope to raise even more money with the help of you! The categories include under 13’s (2miles), under 17’s (3 miles) and Senior’s (5 miles), we welcome timed runners, fun runners and even fancy dress runners, so whatever your preference come along and support BREAK! All entrants and supporters will need to register half an hour before their race time at the BREAK Marquee, which will be situated behind The Hunny Bell Inn, The Green, Hunworth on the Stody Estate, Nr. Holt. The first race will begin at 10am for under -13’s, 10.30am for under -17’s and 11am for Senior’s. For a booking form, please contact Liz Holman, Community Fundraising Officer, BREAK charity, 01263 820710. We also welcome entrants on the day, all entries are free with sponsorship. If you are planning a walk, run or any activity in the coming months – why not get yourself sponsored and raise money for a good cause like BREAK? Call 01263 820709 for more information.

Adult Education

Award in Healthier Food and Special Diets L2 (CIEH)
Wednesday 23rd January 2008
at Tudor House, North Walsham
9.30 a.m - 5 p.m.
Course Code: H019T07BL
Fee: Full: £47.00 Benefit: £ 33.00
For further information or to enrol
please telephone:01692 407431