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On September 16 2017 one of Norfolk’s great country houses, Wolterton Hall, will open its doors for the Wolterton Extravagant – a charity fundraiser in aid of Hospice Ethiopia. Alongside a champagne reception, a three-course feast and lots of live entertainment, there’s the chance to win some exclusive prizes. And Wolterton’s very own Trump is looking to bow-wow guests in a special prize draw.
Expand story >Take one of Norfolk’s great country houses, currently enjoying a multi-million pound renaissance. Add a Norfolk-based charity that's bringing hope to thousands in Ethiopia. Add a group of dedicated volunteers determined to create an unforgettable event that will raise thousands for the cause. And you have The Wolterton Extravagant.
Expand story >Sad news that the Guardian is to downsize from its current Berliner format to standard tabloid. I know we’ll get used to it but I really like that larger size – seems just right. But costs are king… They blame falling circulation and the cheaper cost of printing tabloid, plus they say it’ll be more flexible, which I guess means they can produce more supplements about holidays in Cuba and dental hygiene recruitment.
Expand story >Norfolk woman changes career to promote walking and glamping Ginny Wilson-North has followed an odd career path, even by Norfolk standards. She started out as a hairdresser, running a successful salon, and ended up as a disaster-area rescue worker for RAPID UK, deployed to earthquakes in Iran, Pakistan and Indonesia.
Expand story >Tim Morgan, founder of specialist catering equipment marketing agency The Publicity Works, is asking for help to raise money for Hospice Ethiopia. He’s doing the Swimathon on Friday April 7th – a 5k swim (200 lengths of a standard pool) for the charity.
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