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Reservists help thebridge for heroesRESERVISTSHELP THE BRIDGEFOR HEROESMembers of 2620 Sqn haveworked hard to raise money forlocal charities and this year,as well as working with theKing’s Lynn branches of theRAF Association and the RoyalBritish Legion, volunteershave been collecting for TheBridge for Heroes charity.DEWHURSTS TROPHIESEST 1968Large Range Of Trophies In StockSquadron crests engravedCrystalware & Engravable GlasswareDiscountsFree engraving on most itemsPewter Tankards & HipflasksSale Trophies always in stock101 Norfolk StreetKing’s Lynn, PE30 1AQ01553 773355sales@dewhurststrophies.co.ukwww.dewhurststrophies.co.ukFounded by Royal TankRegiment veteran MikeTaylor in 2010, thecharity provides careand support to service personneland veterans from the BritishArmed Forces, by offering respiteopportunities, group activities,advice and the chance to visittheir new drop-in centre in theheart of King’s Lynn. The centreis a model for future Bridge forHeroes ventures in other townsacross the region and combines amembership free meeting placewith a charity shop and gift shop,alongsidea museumof militariadonated bythe growingnumberof visitingveterans.Presentinga cheque for£373-53 tothe charity, FltLt James Pettit said: ‘With mostof 2620 Squadron’s Reservistsliving and working in the localarea, it’s great for us to be ableto have a connection with acharity in the heart of King’sLynn. Just chatting with someof those who dropped into thecentre today, it is obvious howpopular The Bridge for Heroeshas already become and howimportant it is to have a placewhere people with nothing morethan a common interest in theBritish Armed Forces can meet.’The focus of the charityBridge for Heroes is primarily onmental and emotional injuriesas described by their strap line– ‘wounds are not always visible’and members of the charity workclosely with other specialistagencies including CombatStress and the Samaritans.The drop-in centre is locatedin South Clough Lane, off TowerSt and is open from 1000 to 1600,Tuesday to Saturday. The centrevolunteers are on hand to offeradvice on a wide range of issuesthat include applications for theveterans badge, war pensionentitlement, tracing and recordingfamily history or simply just toWith most of 2620Squadron’s Reservistsliving and workingin the local area, it’sgreat for us to be ableto have a connectionwith a charity in theheart of King’s Lynn.lend an ear. Similarly, 2620 Sqnis made up of volunteers fromthe local area, attracting bothex-regular service personnel aswell as those with no previousmilitary experience but all withthe shared aim of wanting to servetheir country. The Squadron iscurrently recruiting so for moreinformation search for 2620online or call 0800 783 1915. Noprevious military experienceis required, as full military andspecialist training will be provided.In return, as well as pay and atravelling allowance, members ofthe Squadron will also be eligiblefor an annual tax-free bonus.HANDYPERSONSERVICEA COUNCIL SERVICE FOR HOMEMAINTENANCE & MINOR ADAPTATIONSMINOR ELECTRICAL, INTERNAL & EXTERNAL WORK, PLUMBINGSPECIALIST SERVICE FOR ADAPTATIONS FOR THE ELDERLY & DISABLEDFOR MORE INFORMATION CALLUS ON 01553 616371BY APPOINTMENTTO HM QUEENELIZABETH IIWASTE DISPOSALCONTRACTORS• Licensed Transfer Station• Skip Hire 2 cubic yards to 16cubic yards• Roll on/Roll off 16 cubicyard to 40 cubic yards• Wheelie Bin Service - TradeCommercial• Septic Tanks & Cess Pools• Interceptors• Cardboard & PaperMerchants• Plastic & Wood MerchantsWasteDisposalwww.baco-compak.com01553 630247BACO COMPAK (NORFOLK) LTDInnisfree Trading Estate, Bawsey, King’s Lynn, Norfolk PE32 1EXFAIRFIELD GARAGEBridge Street, Hilgay• all with 3 months partsand labour warranty• Trade sales available from £250• All vehicles wanted, anycondition, cash paidTel: 01366 388655 or 07778 344533• Now open for servicingand bodywork repairs• Large stock of part worn tyres• Cars for sale from £495 - £1495Downham Dismantlersnew & spareparts availablewe buy for cash:vans - cars - trucks- lorries - plant12 Wisbech Road, Outwell, Wisbech, PE14 8PATel: 01945 773999 Mob: 07778 344533Email: keniscott@aol.com MARHAM MATTERS ISSUE 2Visit: w w w. m a rhammat tersonline.co.u k