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The Reverend Ian Cuthbertson of Gosberton Church blessing the Council gritters at Pode Hole Depot, Linconshire where prayers are given for the safety of drivers during the Winter months before the gritting vehicles set off to deposit salt on the county's roads to combat the icy conditions.

Jill & Hob ferrets (male & female) at the Soham Pumpkin Fair. The species of polecat were traditionally used for hunting rabbit, but are now mostly kept as pets.

Fancy dress competition winner.

Traders selling pumpkins to the public.

Officials judging the competition for the tallest sunflower.

Entries are laid out for inspection by the judges.

Prizes are awarded for length and weight.

The pumpkins are divided in catergories.

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The pumpkins are carefully guarded.

After weighing the pumpkins are arranged into categories.

The pumpkins are collected by Hiab for weighing.

Pumpkins await collection and weighing.

The Reverend Ian Cuthbertson blessing the Council gritters at Pode Hole, Lincs

RAF Marham prepares for the arrival of LIghtning II F35

Building work being undertaken at RAF Marham, Norfolk in preparation for the new F35 fighter whilst the base continues fling activity. Picture shows: Aircrew undertaking a 'walkaround' - making final safety checks before flying.