What’s on at Littleport Library

What’s on at Littleport Library

Children and Young People Our wonderful volunteers continue to deliver Story/Rhymetime sessions on a Monday (during term-time) at 10.15 for 0-4 year olds. Parents, grandparents or carers are welcome to bring those in this age group to join us. It’s a great way to meet others and to enjoy some wonderful rhymes and stories with your children/grandchildren. If you are interested in being part of our rota of Volunteers delivering rhymes and stories for this…

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Beynur’s The Best

Beynur’s The Best

Beynur’s Tattoo Salon is one of the busiest places in Littleport’s Main Street. It is said that people come from as far as London and Brighton to get their arm, leg, or any other part of their anatomy tattooed. And they are “done by only the best you know,” said one tattoo emblazoned customer. Highly recommended by those ‘in the know’, Beynur Kaptan’s good reputation began back in his native Turkey where he first became…

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World Foods R Us in Littleport!

World Foods R Us in Littleport!

We have Turkish Kebabs, Chinese take-aways, a Polish Delicatessen and two really good Indian restaurants as well as a Steak House that serves non native to these shores exotic game among the traditionally English fish and chip shops… If you have a hankering for Asian cuisine there are two places in Littleport who can oblige. Mamun Rashid, one of the many Gunners fans in the village, is uniquely Managing Director of the Spice Lounge on…

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Littleport Parish Council Digest

Littleport Parish Council Digest

A review of the minutes of the Parish Council Meeting held on 20th January,17th February and 17th March 2014. Full minutes are available from the Parish Council Clerk and on the Shape your place website http:// littleport.shapeyourplace.org/littleport-parish-council/. The Parish Council sits on the third Monday of the month at 7:30pm at the Barn. All are welcome to attend. District council Jobs will be going at District Council at management level affecting 20 people which will…

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Councillor for Littleport West, Local Man, Neil Morrison

Councillor for Littleport West, Local Man, Neil Morrison

In touch with local issues Most people in Littleport will know Neil Morrison personally or at least by sight as he is often seen around the village although he lives up the road in Ely. He takes his responsibilities to those who live in Littleport very seriously indeed. He told Littleport Life; “As a Liberal Democrat I consider that Littleport has gained much from this country’s partnership in Europe, as well as the fact that…

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News from your Fire Service

News from your Fire Service

Crew Commander Andrew Harrison and Firefighter David Murfitt were both awarded their medals for their dedication to the fire service . Both joined Littleport in 1993 and have served here ever since. This makes 4 of our serving crew who have been awarded this medal. Some recent incidents: Could it happen to me? Littleport station was called to one of the more rare incidents this quarter. A call was received from Norfolk to a building…

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Littleport Flower Club Is Blooming

Littleport Flower Club Is Blooming

‘Spring is sprung, the grass is ris’… Yes, it was so early this year after what has seemed a winter of continuous rain. Gardens had benefitted, of course, and look glorious. Many Flower Club members who purchased tulips from the Club stall, were very pleased with the types chosen and enjoyed cheerful displays in tubs and borders. Spring was also the start of our Club year with the AGM which was held in March. There…

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Save Money Make Money with Emma’s Top Tips!

Most of us could do with some extra cash, but knowing where to begin can be daunting. Decluttering your home is a great start to boosting your bank balance, not to mention helping you to have a tidier home. Once you’ve separated your sellable items from those that are destined for the tip, there are a number of ways you can go about releasing their cash potential. Sell them on eBay. eBay has millions of…

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Say It With Flowers By Chloe

Say It With Flowers By Chloe

“Supermarkets have almost killed off our trade. I know that we can’t compete with their prices, but we provide a personal touch and pride ourselves in producing high quality floral sprays for happy occasions as well as exquisite and personally designed funereal wreaths etc. We will go out of our way to provide the customer with what they want and they are always really delighted with that personal touch in the finished product. “I must…

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Successful Charity Weekend

Successful Charity Weekend

The centre of Littleport resounded to the sound of music – and – motorbikes – as the Bike Show hit the village last month. And it was all for a good cause as The Crown Inn, the famous public house on Main Street along with 363 MCC the well known motorbike club were hosting this yearly event in an alldayer that raised much needed funds for the East Anglia Air Ambulance and Branching Out; ‘supporting…

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