At our last
meeting on 9th July, Betty Roberts (nee Page) joined us.
Betty was
born in Carbrooke in 1926 at Caudle Springs Farm, where her father was a tenant
farmer. Her mother’s family lived at the other end of Carbrooke, at what is now
Bullens Farm , but was then called Broadmoor Farm, (there were 2 Broadmoor
Farms!). Daniel Bullen, Norfolks oldest working farmer who we have mentioned
before, was Bettys Great Grandfather. Although Betty moved away from Carbrooke
aged 2, as her father took up farming positions at Breckles, Tottington and
Merton, she continued to visit Carbrooke and Broadmoor farm. Betty told us of
her Carbrooke memories and what the village was like in former times.
We would
love to hear from anyone else who also has memories of Carbrooke.
Wayland
Heritage Project has received funding for a World War 1 project covering the
effects of WW1 on the whole of the Wayland area. This will be launched by an
event and display at Watton Christian Community Centre on 4th
August. We are invited to bring along any WW1 memorabilia, photos or stories,
which do not necessarily have to be local at this stage.
On Wednesday
10th September, Helen Riley will be giving another fascinating talk
entitled ‘Carbrooke Commanderie and the Knights Hospitallers’. This will be at
2pm in the Church, for anyone who was unable to attend the last one, or who
prefers a daytime event. All welcome. No charge
Next meeting:
Wednesday 3RD September 7pm in the Church. All welcome to our
informal meetings.
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