Fakenham Figures - Shop owner reveals her town favourites

What is your name, age, job title?

Alice Scourfield, 30, owner of Crafty Ones shop in Norwich Street and hairdresser.

How would you best describe your job or role in the community?

As a Hairdresser in Fakenham I talk to numerous people, not only do I cut hair but I talk to people about their lives.

I hear people’s opinions and listen to their troubles. As a new business owner, I would like to think I am providing a service to the community, bringing something to Fakenham that will hopefully entice more people to the town.

Owner of Crafty Ones in Fakenham, Alice Scourfield outside the shop. (Image: Archant)

How long have you lived in Fakenham?

Apart from one year where I lived elsewhere, I have always lived locally. For the last six years I have lived in Little Walsingham.

What would you do if you were mayor of Fakenham for a day?

I would like to look into the things that Fakenham is missing in the town. Things that if we had, more people would visit our town and fewer people would feel the need to shop elsewhere.

What is your favourite landmark (in north Norfolk)?

My favourite place is without a doubt the pine woods at Wells-Next-The-Sea.

Sunbeams through the trees in the Wells pine woods. (Image: (c) copyright citizenside.com)

What is your favourite pub (in north Norfolk)?

Not sure I have one as it’s been so long since I visited one. I am dying to try The Ostrich Inn at South Creake, it was the first place I worked at after leaving school.

Which shops do you rely on (in north Norfolk)?

I rely on all and any of the craft and stationery supply shops.

What is your favourite place to go and eat (in north Norfolk)?

I love the pigs at Edgefield. Had some really amazing meals there.

The Pigs at Edgefield. (Image: Archant)

What is a perfect day in north Norfolk for you?

I love to take my children and dogs to the pinewoods for a walk and picnic.

Which places (in north Norfolk) would you recommend to visitors?

Pensthorpe is lovely, it has so much to do.

Who is your north Norfolk hero?

Not sure how to answer this, but, I do have a huge admiration for Stephen Fry.

Alice Scourfield has a huge admiration for Stephen Fry (Image: Archant)

What do you most love about north Norfolk?

The scenery, we have the most beautiful scenery.