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Calls for Earlier Service on Peterborough to Stamford Bus Route

Residents in several Cambridgeshire villages are urging transport operators to introduce an earlier service on the Peterborough to Stamford bus route. The Route 27 bus, which connects Peterborough with Stamford and serves Wittering, Wansford, Castor and Ailsworth, currently begins its first journey at 07:30 from Monday to Saturday. Campaigners say this timetable leaves many commuters and students unable to reach work or school on time.

Julia Cunnington, one of the residents leading the campaign, said: “People and students are struggling to get to work or King’s School or Peterborough College as the bus arrives in Peterborough too late for them to make it to where they need to be.” Stagecoach East, which operates the service, has been contacted for comment.

The Peterborough to Stamford bus route has a history of community involvement. It was withdrawn in 2019 but reinstated last year after a concerted effort by local campaigners and former Cambridgeshire and Peterborough mayor Nic Johnson. The service’s return was widely welcomed, but many villagers say the reinstated timetable fails to meet everyday needs. Before it was withdrawn, the bus ran earlier in the morning and stopped directly at King’s School, offering a lifeline to families and students across the area.

The situation has been made more difficult by the loss of other regional routes. The R4 bus between Peterborough and Uppingham, once managed by Rutland County Council, was scrapped earlier this year after being judged financially unsustainable. Passengers were advised to use the Callconnect on-demand bus service instead, but residents say this is far from ideal. “Callconnect can only be pre-booked and doesn’t always fit with people’s schedules,” Ms Cunnington said.

For many, the problem goes beyond convenience. Jean Jackson, a Wittering resident, explained how the timing gap affects daily life. “It’s very difficult. If you have an early appointment, there’s absolutely no way to get to Peterborough in time. You either have to book Callconnect or pay for a taxi.”

The Route 27 service currently runs four times a day, but a recent community survey found overwhelming demand for earlier and more frequent journeys. Ms Cunnington said more than 200 people responded, including over 60 students from King’s School and Peterborough College who depend on the route. “There’s clear evidence of demand for an earlier and more frequent service,” she said.

Local politicians have voiced support for the campaign. Peterborough First Group councillor Gavin Elsey praised residents for their determination, saying: “It was fantastic that campaigners managed to get the bus reinstated and to see how well used it has been since. However, the current timetable doesn’t serve the whole community. An earlier service is essential.” He added that while the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority helped bring the route back, further support was needed to make it viable for all users.

Paul Bristow, the current mayor of Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, acknowledged the issue and expressed willingness to engage with residents. “I am aware of the campaign and understand that well-timed public transport is vital for our villages and supporting people to get to work, school and appointments. The Combined Authority is looking forward to meeting with the residents’ group to understand their views in more detail.”

For those living along the Peterborough to Stamford bus route, the campaign represents more than just a plea for punctuality. It’s about keeping rural communities connected, ensuring access to education and employment, and protecting the public transport services that make village life sustainable.

Bella Italia Celebrates the Season with ‘Festive Fivers’ – Try Christmas Dishes for just £5

Christmas has come early at Bella Italia this year, where they are celebrating the launch of their new Christmas menu by inviting guest to enjoy its seasonal dishes for just £5 each.

From 18th-21st November, diners can tuck into some of Bella Italia’s most delicious Christmas creations – including the Christmas Camembert Pizza, Christmas Carbonara Pasta, and Christmas Vegetable Pasta – for just £5 each, rather than their usual £14-17 usual price.

Bella Italia’s new Christmas menu officially launches on 11th November, and will feature indulgent dishes made to bring people together around the table.

The Christmas Camembert Pizza is the ultimate festive indulgence – combining pulled turkey, pancetta, cranberry sauce and a whole oozing Camembert centre!

If pasta is more your speed – the Christmas Carbonara is not to be missed. With pigs in blankets, crispy sage and seasonal sprouts, this takes the beloved Italian classic to new heights.

There is also a great option for those looking for a meat-free treat. The Christmas Vegetable Pasta offers fusilli in a creamy porcini mushroom sauce with roasted red peppers and an onion crumble topping – hearty, warming and full of flavour.

There will be a series of offers throughout November to keep the celebrations going and are designed to make the festive season more joyful and affordable.

From now until 16th November, guests can enjoy £15 off their bill when spending over £30, and on Friday 28th November, Bella Italia will host it’s Festive Fizz Friday, offering glasses of prosecco for just £1 each all day long when purchasing food.

A Bella Italia spokesperson said: “This year, we wanted to bring a little extra sparkle to the Christmas season by giving our guests the chance to enjoy their festive favourites for less. Our new Christmas menu is all about togetherness and indulgence from our creamy pastas to our show-stopping Camembert Pizza and we’re delighted to make it even more accessible with our Festive Fivers, money-saving offers and a £1 glass of fizz to celebrate in style.”

With over 70 restaurants nationwide, Bella Italia continues to be the go-to place for delicious Italian-inspired food and memorable moments shared with loved ones. The festive menu will be available nationwide from 11th November, with the Festive Fivers offer running for four days only from 18th – 21st November, followed by special promotions leading up to Christmas.

For full terms and conditions for all offers, click here.

Banana Tree Celebrates National Pad Thai Day with Big Flavour Club Rewards

The award winning restaurant, Banana Tree, is celebrating National Pad Thai Day with a week-long celebration packed with exclusive offers, delicious rewards, and fiery giveaways.

Anyone who’s part of Banana Tree’s Big Flavour Club will receive a voucher for any Pad Thai on the menu for just £10 to mark the occasion! There are choices from the classic Chicken and Tofu, to the indulgent Beef Pad Thai.

The offer is available for dine-in only until the 9th November, and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer – but as you are not required to make any other purchase to unlock it, you have no excuse!

Simply sign up to the Banana Tree Flavour Club, here, for free to unlock the offer, and start earning bold rewards.

In addition to this, to make National Pad Thai Day even more exciting, Banana Tree are also giving away two £1000 Pad Thai Gift Cards on Instagram – giving you and your bestie the chance to feast on your favourite Southeast Asian dishes.

How? We hear you ask… Head over to the Instagram @bananatree_uk to enter and find out how you can win big.

And if you thought it couldn’t get any better than that, to keep the celebrations going, Banana Tree is also giving away FREE Firecracker Wings to mark Bonfire Night. Simply head over to their Instagram and follow the link to claim your free wings – the perfect spicy snack for fireworks season.

A Banana Tree spokesperson said:“Pad Thai isn’t just a dish for us, it’s the heart of what we do. It’s vibrant, comforting, and packed with the bold, punchy flavours that make Southeast Asian food so addictive. National Pad Thai Day is our chance to share that love with everyone, whether you’re a loyal fan or trying us for the first time. And with £10 Pad Thais, fiery freebies, and even £1000 giveaways, there’s never been a better time to join the Big Flavour Club and go big on taste.”

Banana Tree’s Big Flavour Club is a passport to bold Southeast Asian food and exclusive rewards.

Whether dining in, ordering takeaway, or exploring new dishes, members enjoy exclusive discounts, early access to menu launches, and monthly perks. From sizzling street food to rich curries and fresh noodle bowls, the Big Flavour Club rewards every bite.

Rogue Builder Jailed for £200k Fraud Across Norfolk

A rogue builder who defrauded homeowners across Norfolk out of more than £200,000 has been jailed for four years and four months.

After an investigation and prosecution by Norfolk County Council’s Trading Standards team, James Morgan was sentenced after admitting to ten counts of theft relating to incomplete building and home improvement work carried out between 2021 and 2024.

As well as the custodial sentence, confiscation proceedings have begun to recover compensation for victims and cover the council’s investigation costs.

Morgan has been disqualified as a company director for ten years and made subject to an indefinite criminal behaviour order.

Morgan, who operated as a sole trader, working under the name Prestige Home Improvement (East Anglia) Limited, targeted customers across the county with offers of building, home improvement, and maintenance services.

In many cases, he accepted large advance payments for work that was never started or only partially completed. Victims were located in Dereham, Diss, Great Yarmouth, Wymondham, Long Stratton, Norwich, and Horsford.

One couple in Dereham lost £179,996 for an extension that was never built.

Another Dereham resident paid £12,200 for a conservatory installation that was not completed.

A Diss customer paid £7,250 for conservatory work that never began.

A Great Yarmouth couple lost £500 for home improvements that were not started.

In Wymondham, a resident paid £309 for work that did not begin.

In Long Stratton, a customer lost £5,051 for garden and home improvement work

One Norwich resident paid £87.50 for gutter repairs that were never undertaken.

In two separate cases in late 2022, Morgan completed minor gutter cleaning but then demanded advance payments for further roof and painting work that was not carried out.

In January 2023, a Horsford homeowner paid £7,400 for fascia, gutter, and patio door installation work that was never started.

Investigators described Morgan’s conduct as systematic, exploiting the trust of his clients through false promises, aggressive communication, and persistent demands for further payment.

Among the victims was Long Stratton resident Katy Gould, who said she was pressured for money while dealing with a family tragedy. She had arranged garden work costing £6,500 and had already paid more than £5,000 when her father fell critically ill.

When she returned home nearly a week later, there were no building materials and no work had been started, other than a pile of soil left on her drive. She said that in the weeks that followed, Morgan repeatedly called, sent hundreds of WhatsApp messages, and even sat outside her home in his van, creating an intimidating atmosphere.

Ms Gould, a single parent of a child with complex care needs, said she and her neighbour both had to call the police and that she no longer felt safe in her own home. She had hoped to create a safe outdoor space for her daughter but has still not received her money back or seen the work completed more than three years later.

Norfolk County Council’s Cabinet Member for Communities and Partnerships, Councillor Margaret Dewsbury, said

“Householders should be able to trust that when they hand over money for work, it will be completed. Builders should provide written details of the planned work and payment schedule and should not ask for substantial deposits upfront.

“We would ask residents to check out reviews and recommendations before employing a tradesperson and our Trusted Trader scheme provides peace of mind that a person carrying out work is reputable and reliable.”

the case demonstrated the importance of vigilance when hiring tradespeople.

The council’s Trading Standards team received multiple complaints about Morgan’s business practices and launched an investigation that revealed consistent patterns of deception and non-delivery across several years.

Officers said Morgan took advantage of homeowners’ trust, often using emotional manipulation and false assurances to secure advance payments. A report presented to the court described his actions as deliberately dishonest and said his conduct constituted a sustained course of theft through false representation.

The custodial sentence marks one of the more significant prosecutions for fraud by Norfolk Trading Standards in recent years and follows an increase in reports of rogue traders targeting vulnerable homeowners. The council said it would continue to use all available legal powers to bring offenders to justice and recover losses on behalf of victims wherever possible.

Huntingdon MP Visits Allison Homes’ Cranbrook Grange Development in Somersham

Member of Parliament for Huntingdon, Ben Obese-Jecty, has visited Allison Homes Central’s Cranbrook Grange development in Somersham to see progress on the growing site and meet the team behind its construction.

Situated on The Bank and surrounded by open countryside, Cranbrook Grange offers a selection of two, three, and four-bedroom homes within easy reach of St Ives, Huntingdon, and Cambridge. The development combines rural charm with modern convenience, appealing to those seeking access to both local community life and nearby urban centres.

During the visit, Mr Obese-Jecty, joined by his Senior Parliamentary Assistant Ross Martin, toured completed and developing areas of the site with Assistant Site Manager Jimmy Tomlinson, Sales Manager Will Wallace, and Sales Executive Melania Rus. The visit concluded with a tour of the two new show homes — The Laurel, a three-bedroom property, and The Walnut, a four-bedroom home.

Ben Obese-Jecty MP said: “It was good to visit Cranbrook Grange and see the progress being made on site. It was also encouraging to see that a number of the new homes are already occupied and forming part of the local community. I’m grateful to the team at Allison Homes for the warm welcome and for showing me around the site.”

Adam Knight, Managing Director at Allison Homes Central, added: “It was a pleasure to have Mr Obese-Jecty visit Cranbrook Grange and explore our new homes first-hand. This is a development we are very excited about at Allison Homes, so we were delighted to see him share our passion.

“Our team has made fantastic progress since construction work began last year, and the first residents have now moved in. We look forward to continuing our work on site, delivering a total of 131 high-quality new homes alongside a host of community and environmental benefits.”

Cranbrook Grange is part of Allison Homes’ wider regional growth strategy, reflecting the company’s commitment to building high-quality, energy-efficient homes that support thriving communities. The development benefits from strong transport links, including access to the A141 and A14, with Huntingdon railway station offering direct services to Peterborough and London. The nearby Cambridge Guided Busway also connects St Ives to Cambridge and Addenbrooke’s Hospital, providing an easy link to employment and leisure opportunities.

Allison Homes, which operates regional offices in Peterborough, Norwich, Tiverton, and Castle Donington, is expanding across the East Midlands, East of England, and South West as part of its five-year growth plan. The company has achieved a five-star rating from the Home Builders Federation (HBF) in 2025, with 94.9% of customers saying they would recommend it to others. It also received the Gold Award from In-house Research Ltd for customer service, reinforcing its reputation as “The Homebuilder You Can Trust.”

For more information about Cranbrook Grange, visit https://allison-homes.co.uk/development/cranbrook-grange/ or contact the sales team on 01487 253104.

Taylor Wimpey Site Managers Recognised for Housebuilding Excellence

Taylor Wimpey East Anglia is celebrating the achievements of two of its site managers after they were named among the top 5% of site managers in the UK. Shaun Taylor, site manager at Lark Grange in Bury St Edmunds, and Shane Janse Van Vuuren, site manager at Heather Gardens in Hethersett, Norfolk, have each received the prestigious Pride in the Job 2025 Seal of Excellence Award from the National House-Building Council (NHBC).

Following a Quality Award win earlier this year, both Shaun and Shane were recognised for their exceptional work in delivering high-quality homes. Now in its 45th year, the Pride in the Job award is widely regarded as the ‘Oscars’ of the housebuilding industry, celebrating site managers who demonstrate excellence, best practice, and a commitment to raising industry standards.

The judging process is highly rigorous. Thousands of inspections are carried out to identify winners from a longlist of 450 Quality Award recipients, highlighting Shaun and Shane as part of the top 5% of site managers nationally.

Shaun and Shane commented: “We’re extremely proud to have received a Seal of Excellence Award from the NHBC. The teams at Heather Gardens and Lark Grange strive to provide our customers with high-quality homes, and we’re delighted that our work has been recognised.”

Barry Pennock, Production Director at Taylor Wimpey East Anglia, added: “Receiving a Seal of Excellence award is a fantastic achievement and a real testament to Shane and Shaun’s dedication to building homes of the very highest quality for our customers. This award is thoroughly deserved, and we’re incredibly proud of them and the teams at Heather Gardens and Lark Grange.”

Cassandra Codling, Senior Regional Director at NHBC, said: “Congratulations to Shane and Shaun on their win. They demonstrated the dedication, passion and leadership skills necessary to deliver new homes to exacting construction quality standards. This continued focus on excellence supports the Government’s 1.5 million new homes target and ensures homes are built to the quality owners and occupiers should expect.”

Taylor Wimpey, known for its commitment to build quality, has also been awarded a 5-star rating for customer satisfaction from the Home Builders Federation (HBF).

Campaigners Warn Loss of The Ship Inn Would Harm South Walsham Village Life

Campaigners in South Walsham, Norfolk, are warning that plans to convert The Ship Inn into a residential property could “impact the vitality and prosperity” of their village. The 200-year-old pub, which closed in 2020, is at the centre of a local dispute over its future use.

The Wellington Pub Company, which owns The Ship Inn, has submitted an application to Broadland Council to change the building’s use from a pub to a home. The company’s agent insisted that “all reasonable efforts have been made to retain The Ship as a community facility,” but concluded that there was no realistic prospect of continuing its commercial or community function.

The pub, which features a small bar and a restaurant with seating for just 16, has struggled to remain viable, particularly following the Covid-19 lockdowns. A viability assessment by property valuer John Joseph Keane found that potential buyers were deterred by the building’s size and the challenge of maintaining a full kitchen with limited covers.

However, local campaigners formed the Save the Ship Inn Community Benefit Society Ltd in 2023, aiming to buy the building and reopen it as a pub and community hub. The group hoped to raise £250,000 and match that sum through the government’s Community Ownership Fund to purchase the venue. Unfortunately, the fund was scrapped last year, leaving the group unable to proceed.

The campaigners also argue that the pub’s asking price has been deliberately inflated. “Potential purchasers have undertaken assessments but concluded the price is too high to proceed,” they said. They warned that losing The Ship would further reduce South Walsham’s already limited amenities, undermining community cohesion.

Broadland Council’s planning report recommended approving the change of use, stating that there was “no policy reason” to refuse the application. The report cited the pub’s lack of viability and the absence of alternative commercial or community interest as key factors.

The proposal was scheduled for discussion at the council meeting on Wednesday, highlighting a clash between preserving a valued local institution and practical considerations about its ongoing viability.

From Seamoss to Smash Burgers, Deliveroo 100 is back: the UK and Global Top Trending Orders of 2025 have been revealed…

Deliveroo has now revealed its much-anticipated annual ‘Deliveroo 100 Report’, the ultimate guide to what the UK and the rest of the world are craving.

Each year, the report charts the most popular and fastest-rising delivery trends across nine different countries – producing a Global List, UK Trending Top 10 List, and UK Biggest Climbers List – and some of the results are not what you would expect…

This year, the UK has taken the global crown with London’s Papo’s Bagels claiming number one worldwide, and a further sixteen UK items feature on the global trending list – including 7Bone, Crunch, JENKI, Black Bean Burger, Wingstop, Planet Organic, WIlko and more.

From smash burgers to seamoss, matcha lattes, tacos, smoothies, sourdough, rice bowls, and even electrical fans – the results clearly display that customers both appreciate their feel-good favourites, but are also not afraid to try something new.

Global Trending List results:

UK – The Classic, Papo’s Bagels, London
Italy – Crea la tua Piadina, La Piadineria, Bologna
UAE – The Spicy Club, Rascals Deli, Dubai
France – Lobster Rolls, Homer Lobster, Paris
Ireland – Dash Double Smash, Dash Burger, Dublin
Singapore – Mala Stir-Fried, Zhang Liang Mala Tang, Singapore
Belgium – Classic Cheeseburger, Rambo Saint-Boniface, Brussels
UK – Dirty Meal Deal, 7Bone, Reading
Italy – Smash Brown Menù, Smash Tag, Roma
UAE – The Rebecca Sandwich, Gino’s Deli, Dubai

These results show that Brits are making a big impression on Deliveroo – with the UK being one of only three countries to secure two spots in the top 10 alone.

Since there has been an explosion in popularity of bagels across the country (particularly in London), Papo’s Bagels is a much-loved winner, being crowned the nation’s ultimate comfort food.

Founded by a husband and wife duo during lockdown, this independent, family-run business is based in the capital, and rose to the top of the global ranking with their Classic Bagel – combining smoked salmon, cream cheese, sliced red onion, tomatoes and capers. This is a remarkable achievement for the team, who have beaten restaurant giants and well-known international chains to secure the number one position worldwide.

From starting with home-based deliveries, to operating from a commercial kitchen, to daily queues at their bricks and mortar store in Dalston, to sell-out merch and finally arriving on Deliveroo, this NYC-style bagel business have grown from strength to strength. Their success highlights how authentic, locally-run establishments can capture the appetite and love of a nation for new and trending dishes.

Looking at the full Global List results – which lists the top 100 trending dishes – there are clear trends and insights that can be made:

Don’t fix something that isn’t broken: with bagels, burgers, and sandwiches dominating orders – it is clear that the world is telling us that a simple, portable and triple-layered format is loved when it comes to a satisfying delivery.
There’s great power in elevating a classic: whilst the world clearly loves burgers and sandwiches, there is also a massive market for turning a delicious classic, into something a bit more… out there.
Sharing cultures through food: food has the power to bring different tastes from around the world to one place, and it is clear from the results of the Global List, that there is absolutely the market, and taste for a large variety of culinary exploration.

UK Top 10 Trending Dishes and Items on Deliveroo for 2025 Results:

The Classic, Papo’s Bagels, London
Dirty Meal Deal, 7Bone, Reading
Crunch Ultimate Combo, Crunch, London
Jason’s Sourdough Bread, Morrisons, Manchester
Garlic Parmesan 3 piece tenders, Wingstop, Birmingham
Breakfast Bao, Pablo Eggsgobao, Edinburgh
Matcha Iced Latte, JENKI, London
Chicken Pesto Parm, atis, London
Blueberries, Co-op, London
Diavola (Posh Pepperoni!), Sano Pizza, Glasgow

This true, eclectic mix of dishes and treats – from savoury Breakfast Baos from Pablo Eggsgobao in Edinburgh, to the grocery staple of Blueberries in Co-op, London, displays that Brits are up for anything when it tastes good.

A notable mention, this year, is the soaring trend of matcha…

TikTok has once again proven to influence the nation’s obsession with Matcha taking over not only drinks, but also all social media feeds, baking, and even skincare. It’s surging popularity led to it becoming one of the top ten searched keywords on TikTok globally in 2025, and the hype has been responsible for leaving suppliers facing shortages around the world. On the Deliveroo 100 report, this year it showed up in two of the UK’s top 30 – the viral Matcha Iced Latte from JENKi in London (ranked 7th) and an elegant Matcha Chocolate Cake from Sticks N Sushi in Cambridge (which was ranked 29th).

One of the most random additions to list had to be a fan. With Deliveroo’s expansion into the retail space, customers were getting more than just meals delivered to their doors, when Wilko’s Fans became a hit, flying off the virtual shelves. The trend spiked during the intense UK heatwave this summer, when temperatures hit a high of 35°C and even overtook the likes of Barbados, Jamaica and Mexico on the temperature scale.

It is clear from the UK results, that the nation is overall balanced in their nutritional choices, but are also quite forgetful in their weekly shop – where they use the online site to order random grocery items to be delivered to their door. It is also evident that we are an impressionable population – with many of the items being dishes driven by online buzz. Trendy items like ‘Birria Tacos’ and ‘Pistachio Tiramisu’ sit alongside wellness products like Seamoss Gel and Matcha lattes – illustrating how products that commonly pop-up on the internet, rapidly become mainstream UK delivery orders.

And finally… Onto the UK Biggest Climbers of 2025

As the Deliveroo brand continues to expand its non-food offering, people are turning to the app for quick and convenient shopping solutions – which is why they have revealed the ‘Biggest Climbers’ for the first time this year.

Valentine’s Day week was the busiest time for jewellery – clearly, when it comes to romance, we’re a nation that loves a convenient, last-minute luxury! But beyond gifts, customers turned to Deliveroo for comfort and relief during extreme weather, with sales peaking for fans in the week of July 7th as the UK sweltered under a heatwave.

Staying cool wasn’t the only priority, though, as maintaining that summer glow was also top of mind for many.

The ultimate skincare GOAT this year was facemasks – overall demand saw a significant spike in June, suggesting customers were stocking up for holiday travel, pre-wedding prep, and all important essential summer facial hydration.

2025 Biggest climbers include:

Fans
Power bullet
Cat Litter
Perfume
Face Masks
Paint Rollers
Candles
Charging cables
Jewellery
Suncream

Deliveroo Vice President of Regional Growth, Jeff Wemyss, said: “Marking our ninth year, the Deliveroo 100 is more than a list – it’s a definitive snapshot of global cravings and consumer habits. This year’s list clearly shows the strong connection between communities and their beloved independent restaurants, which sit proudly alongside our favorite chains.

We’re also seeing an evolution in the way people shop, with non-food orders rapidly growing across the UK. In today’s fast-paced world, convenience is a top priority, and we are committed to being the go-to for getting consumers what they need, exactly when they need it.

Whether you’re ordering a hearty smash burger or perfectly ripe blueberries, Deliveroo has something for every need.”

For more information, visit Deliveroo’s website, here.

Residents Debate Renaming Prince Andrew’s Road Amid Public Confusion

Residents of Prince Andrew’s Road in Hellesdon, near Norwich, are raising questions about whether the street’s name should be changed, following renewed public attention on the former Prince Andrew.

Last week, the ex-prince was stripped of his title due to his association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Councillor Shelagh Gurney said several residents had contacted her, expressing discomfort at being associated with the former royal. “Changing the name would involve solicitors and a lot of expense for residents, who would have to update their address on all official documents,” she noted.

However, Gurney highlighted a key historical detail that may ease concerns. Research indicates the road was actually named after Prince Andrew of Greece and Denmark, the grandfather of Prince Philip, who died in 1944—long before the birth of the former Duke of York. “There’s a kind of misconception that this road is named after Prince Andrew… now Mr Mountbatten Windsor,” she said.

Any potential change would require unanimous approval from all 107 households on the street, making the process complicated. Opinions among residents are divided. Stacy Baldry, 41, said she preferred to avoid association with the former prince: “I feel it’s very unfortunate… we wouldn’t want any association with the name. I don’t even want to say the name.”

In contrast, 85-year-old Valerie Attfield expressed indifference, suggesting the cost and effort would outweigh any benefit. “That’s going to cost more money, and it’s not only here: there’s another one at Thorpe,” she said.

Linda Pendergrass, also a resident, said she had no objections. “Honestly, I don’t care. Not in the slightest… Even if I were staying here, I wouldn’t be putting up a fuss about changing the name of the road.” Pendergrass is in the process of moving closer to Sandringham, the King’s private estate, where the former prince will reside.

As the debate continues, residents remain divided between historical clarification and modern sensitivities, with no decision expected in the immediate future.