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THE CITY
Your local magazine about your city
History; Sessions House
Community Arts with Realitas
Riverford Organics Award
Books reviews – great gift ideas!
www.thecityscene.co.uk NOVEMBER 2011
4 PAGES of What’s on!
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3Telephone: 01780 783613 | November 2011 32 November 2011 | Email: info@scenepublishing.co.uk
The Sessions House; History 4 & 5
Community Arts; Peakirk 7
Riverford Organics Award 10
National Adoption Week 12
One Touch Soccer for Tots 12
Vivacity Trustees 13
Fairtrade is the future 14
Useful numbers & Websites 11 & 14
Beauty Barbie; Responsible Tanning 17
Beauty Extras 18
Food swaps 21
Garden Scene 23
Interiors: Time to declutter 32 & 33
Family & Craft Scene 42
Teen Scene 47
Interesting trivia 49
Book reviews 44
Motoring; VW Passat 50 & 51
What ’s on 37 - 40
Peterborough Town Report 54
Ryan’s Football Preview 55
Contents52
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Scene Marketing, The Old School House, Great North Road, Wittering, Peterborough PE8 6BXTel: 01780 783613 | Email: info@scenepublishing.co.uk
COMMUNITY
HEALTH, HAIR & BEAUTY REVIEWS
FEATURESEVENTS
SPORT
Travel
The Scene TeamHeidi Semple - Head Honchoheidi@scenepublishing.co.uk
Naomi Hand – Numbers & Wordsnaomi@scenepublishing.co.uk
Charlotte Charlesworth – Buying & Sellingcharlotte@scenepublishing.co.uk
Sarah Wright – Pretty Picturessarah@designitwright.co.uk
ContributorsMegan Templeman, Ryan Semple, Beauty Barbie, Tim Barnes-Clay
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A new gaol was built in Thorpe Road (The Sessions
House) to replace the Kings Lodgings and the house
of correction in Exchange Street near the corner of
Cumbergate. It was erected in 1842 at a cost of more
than £10,000 with the aid of a large donation from Lord
Burghley of £500.
The building was designed by W J Donthorpe (who worked
on Peterborough Cathedral’s Chapter House and he is
thought to be the architect of Fletton Tower, Peterborough)
as a courthouse with a gaol behind. It was built in the
Norman style of Pentonville Prison in London. The front
entrance has a portcullis featured above it. The courtrooms
and offices were in the front block (the Sessions House)
with a cell block and exercise yard behind. It was first used
as a prison and Magistrates’ Court in the spring of 1844.
In late 1878 it stood untenanted by prisoners. For some time
after the closing of the gaol the prisoners from the Liberty
of Peterborough were transported to Huntingdon which was
then the county gaol. After Huntingdon gaol closed prisoners
were conveyed to Northampton or Cambridge.
In the late 1870s it became the Headquarters for the Liberty
of Peterborough police. In 1947 the police were relocated
when the two separate forces – the Liberty of Peterborough
(who presided over the old “Soke” of Peterborough) and the
City of Peterborough force became one. The police offices
moved to Milton Street house built by Earl Fitzwilliam.
During 1961 the Sessions House gaol was demolished.
Petty and Quarter court session were held here for over 100
years and it ceased being the city’s Magistrates’ Court
in 1978.
The only remaining part of the original building
is the front which has been listed as a Garde II
building. In 1985 it was converted to a public
house and restaurant and in 2000 it was bought
by local businessman Rinaldo Fasulo, and is
currently used as a pub and carvery.
June & Vernon Bull – local historians and authors
(Next issue – the history of the Customs House,
Town Bridge)
THE SESSIONS HOUSE Thorpe Road
COMMUNITY
Our featured historians in the City Scene are June and
Vernon Bull, founder members of the Peterborough
Local History Society.
June and Vernon’s main hobby is collecting old postcards
of Peterborough and they have 3,500 originals from the late
Victorian period to the early 1960s.
They have published a series of Peterborough Picture
Postcard books and other local history books from
1988 onwards. Since they started working and living
in Peterborough over four decades ago they have seen
immense changes to the Cathedral city. They have been
privileged to know and learn from many of the Peterborough
dignitaries and business families over the years - through
their connections with St John the Baptist (Peterborough
Parish Church), as well as through their social networking.
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Both enjoy visiting other organisations to give illustrated
talks on old Peterborough and are always happy to
meet Peterborians who can tell them more about its
undocumented social history. Postcard collecting is their
main passion but they also collect Peterborough crested
ware and other local ephemera.
June & Vernon are delighted that many people still have a
real interest in the history of Peterborough and hope that
through their second volume of “Peterborough Through
Time” even more will continue to enjoy the city’s past.
“Peterborough Through Time – A Second Selection” was
launched earlier this year and is published by Amberley
Publishing (www.amberley-books.com). It can be
purchased from all major on line book sellers, as well as
local book shops and major supermarkets.
6 Novemberr 2011 | Email: info@scenepublishing.co.uk
COMMUNITY
7Telephone: 01780 783613 | November 2011 7
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Community Arts in PeakirkOpened by the Mayor of Peterborough in May 2011, Realitas
Community Arts Centre is one of the East of England’s largest not
for profit Community Arts Centres.
The Centre exhibits the work of over 120 local artists, crafts people,
charities and community organisations. All the work on exhibition is also
for sale, the proceeds of which support the exhibitors while contributing
to the running of the Centre.
It is are also the home to a growing Creative Community that operate
from bespoke work units on site. These include Totty Teas, a carpenter,
a florist, a cobbler, a musical instrument maker, Glinton Scouts, an
alternative therapist, a stone mason and an artists and glass maker.
About Realitas Community Arts CentreRealitas Community Arts Centre is a not for profit organisation that
is waiting for confirmation of its charitable status.
Located in St Pegas Granary in Peakirk (one of Peterborough’s buildings
of special interest) the Community Arts Centre fulfils many purposes, all
of which are aligned with our vision of ‘Helping communities to support
their community’ and is run by a team of volunteers.
55 local amateur artists are exhibiting over 500 pieces of art of all
types and medium.
67 local crafts people are exhibiting over 3,000 items of crafts from
sculptures to jewellery, to wood turning, to textiles etc
The Realitas Community comprises:Totty Teas - Tea Shop & meeting venue
Mr Cobblers - Shoe repairs and key cutting
Village Florists - Floral design and floristry
Garry Porter - Carpenter, artist and exhibitor
Beverley Porter Fine Arts - Fine art and crafts
workshops and training
ARTy SAM - Stamford artist and glass maker
John Carter Lutherie - Instrument maker and repairer
Glinton Scout Group - Storage of camping materials
and other items used in support of local youth
Kismet alternative therapies - Offering a range of
services to support people health and wellbeing
www.realitascommunity.org
8 Novemberr 2011 | Email: info@scenepublishing.co.uk 9Telephone: 01780 783613 | November 2011
Once common and widespread throughout the
UK, the voles have vanished from over 94% of
their former range, a decline that exceeds that
of the Otter! As a result of this decline Water
Voles are now protected under the Wildlife and
Country Side Act and various conservation
groups around the country are working hard
to restore the vole population. Habitat loss,
habitat fragmentation and intensification of
farming methods have all led to a decline
in vole numbers. It was the arrival of the
American Mink in 1929 however that proved
catastrophic to the voles. Originally imported
to the UK to be bred for the fur industry,
captive mink soon escaped or were released
from mink farms and rapidly adapted to life in
England where they had few natural predators
and prey species that had never encountered
such a voracious predator.
Along with the voles the Reserve was also
played a fleeting visit by, of all things a
Flamingo! Fiona the flamingo is an escapee
from a zoo in Hampshire and has been on
the run – or fly since just before Christmas
in 2010!
By Will Kirstein
www.rutlandwater.org.uk
Holy Voley and a touch of pink
Back in the warmth of the summer months, the Rutland Water Nature Reserve started on a project to reintroduce Water Voles to the Rutland country side. Theses adorable rodents have been immortalised as the character of ‘Ratty’ in the Wind and the Willows.
Mink are excellent swimmers and are able
to dive under water and follow the voles
into their burrows. This means the burrow,
which is a safe haven form predators such
as herons, is rendered useless and the vole
is a sitting duck in its tunnel. It is estimated
that a single female mink can kill 50 – 100
voles in one breeding season thus it is clear
why they have been so disastrous for vole
populations. There are now various mink
control programmes in action around the
country in an effort to reduce the damage
they are causing to our native wildlife –
thankfully Rutland staff have found no
presence of mink in the area -so for now the
voles have a relatively safe haven.
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UTILITIESn ELECTRICITY - Emergency number: 0800 7838838n GAS - Transco Emergency Service: 0800 111 999n ANGLIAN WATER - Water and sewerage service queries and emergencies:
08457 145 145 (24 hours) Reporting a leak: 0800 771 881 (24 hours)n CONSUMER DIRECT - Clear, practical consumer advice
08454 04 05 06 www.consumerdirect.gov.uk
COUNCILn Peterborough Direct Call Centre: 01733 747474 www.peterborough.gov.ukn Peterborough Museum: 01733 864663 www.peterborough.gov.uk/museumn Library Service: 01733 864280 Automated renewals line: 08458 505 606n libraryenquiries@vivacity-peterborough.com www.peterborough.gov.uk/libraries
SPORTS CENTRESn Werrington Sports Centre: 01733 576606 werringtonsports@peterborough.gov.ukn Bushfield Sports Centre: 01733 234018 bushfieldsports@peterborough.gov.uk
POLICEn For all non emergency enquiries: 0345 456 4564n Emergencies: 999n Police information: www.cambs.police.ukn Crimestoppers: 0800 555 111 www.crimestoppers-uk.org
HELPLINESn Childline: 0800 11 11 www.childline.org.ukn Parentline Plus: 0808 800 2222 www.parentlineplus.org.ukn Samaritans: 08457 909090 32-34 St John’s Street, Peterborough PE1 5DDn Phone lines available 24/7, open to visitors 12pm-9pmn Citizens Advice Bureau: 0844 499 4120 / 01733 558383
16 – 17 St Mark’s Street, Peterborough PE1 2TU www.peterboroughcab.org.ukn Peterborough Rape Crisis: 01733 317899
Helplines: Weds 7pm – 9pm & Sat 10am – 12pm
peterboroughrapecrisis@gmail.comn Gingerbread: 0808 802 0925 For lone parents and their children
HEALTHn NHS Direct: 0845 4647n Peterborough City Hospital: 01733 678000 www.peterboroughhospitals.co.ukn Dental Access Centre: 01733 295854 5 Midgate, Peterborough
Mon – Fri 7.45am – 7.00pm, closed 12.30pm – 1.30pm each day
Service available to anyone not registered with a dentist.
Appointments are booked on a first come, first served basis.
People seeking urgent or out of hours treatment can call the dental emergency
service on 01223 471798.
USEFUL NUMBERS
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COMMUNITY
Join local runners on the 1st Wednesday of the month, between now and April (excluding January). If you live or work in the Lynchwood area of Peterborough, give yourself some time to join this great run league. Because the races are adjusted by ability, you do not even need to be an experienced runner to enter or have a chance to win. So get started with your New Year’s resolution and give yourself a better chance of getting fit next year.
All are welcome and it’s a great 5K handicap run!
Active Workplaces and Nene Valley Harriers present THE NENE VALLEY 5K Handicap Series 2011-12
The Race is held at Lynch Wood Business Park and
runners meet at Eagle Court (ex Barclays) Car Park
The 5K ROAD RACE starts at 7pm
2 November, 7 December, 1 February, 7 March, 4 April
Race Prizes - Race Winners
(if handicap is known before race) £5
Series Prizes - Overall 1st £30, 2nd £20 3rd £10
Fastest Time during the series £15 (male & female)
Best Aged Graded £15
For more information contact:
Ejaz Moghul ejaz.moghul@livingsport.co.uk
or Mike Chapman mikey_chapman@hotmail.com
Riverford, based just outside Peterborough at Sacrewell Farm was recently announced a winner at the RSPCA Good Business Awards, in the Independent Food Retailer category. The award was presented at a ceremony held at London’s One Marylebone, alongside accolades for pubs, restaurants, caterers, supermarkets and fashion businesses who are going the extra mile for animal welfare.
Riverford Organic wins at the RSPCA Good Business Awards
The awards are run annually by the RSPCA and aim to
highlight those companies in the UK who are going the extra
mile or doing something different for animal welfare.
The judges were particularly impressed by the way
Riverford communicates its animal welfare story to
customers through its newsletters and social media, such
as its hit YouTube video ‘Bucking Bovines’, which has had
over 26,000 viewings of the Riverford dairy herd running
out to pasture. It was also praised for it’s ‘meat and 10
veg’ campaign, which encourages customers to eat better
quality meat, but less often, to help reduce the demand for
intensively reared meat.
www.riverford.co.uk/sacrewell
www.rspcagoodbusinessawards.com
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COMMUNITYaway from their birth families and this means finding families in the outlying areas. If you have a friend or family member who lives just outside the city council area who has previously mentioned adoption, please ask them to get in touch.”
Typically, the city council needs to find 20 to 30 homes for adoptive children each year. Homes are needed for children of all ages and there is also a need for people who can adopt sibling groups, children with disabilities or health problems and children from black and ethnic minority backgrounds. The process of identifying, assessing and approving new adopters happens throughout the year so expressions of interest are welcomed from prospective adopters at any time.
People from all walks of life can adopt, including people who are single, couples with or without children and same sex couples. You do need to be over 21, but there is no upper age limit.
The city council’s adoption team can provide helpful advice, guidance and support throughout the whole process - resulting in a fulfilling, satisfying and successful new family life for both the adoptive parents and the adopted child. For more information and an informative booklet, call (01733) 317448 or visit: www.familieswanted.co.uk.
We have Christmas Party Nights with a welcome drink in association with Steve Allen Entertainment, Christmas Day
Lunch in Carriages restaurant and a Boxing Day buffet.
The finale is a New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner with a champagne & Canapé reception and five course meal in our Ballroom.
We look forward to welcoming you on one of the occasions at the Great Northern Hotel.
Umesh Sewnundun MIH General Manager
Please call Kamla or DanielTelephone 01733 785091
Email: sales@thegreatnorthernhotel.co.uk or visit www.thegreatnorthernhotel.co.uk
Join us for the festive season this December
Could you be a Vivacity Trustee?Vivacity, Peterborough’s Culture and Leisure Trust, is looking for another trustee to join its board. If you’re passionate about libraries, sport, art, culture and heritage, you could be just who they’re looking for. Vivacity was established in May 2010 and is an independent, not-for-profit organisation, made up of a 300+ strong team of staff, as well as volunteers. It manages some of Peterborough’s most popular culture and leisure sites on behalf of Peterborough City Council, including the Key Theatre, Peterborough Museum, Central Library and the Regional Fitness & Swimming Centre.For more information about the role and details of how to apply, please visit www.vivacity-peterborough.com01733 864299.
Passion for FashionEvo2events are hosting ‘Passion for Fashion’, a fashion show and shopping event on the 30 November in aid of Help for Heroes and Action Medical Research.
Held in the Arts Centre Ballroom, Stamford, the event involves many local businesses and retailers with performances from the Welland School of Dancing as well as live music. With canapes and a glass of sparkling wine to greet visitors on arrival, kindly donated by local businesses The Periwig, Adnams and Thierry Daugeron Catering, the ticket price of just £7 means you’ll have more budget left for early Christmas shopping.
Tickets available from Rachel on 07738960374 or Abi on 07950155754. Doors open at 6.30pm for shopping.
PLEA FOR PEOPLE TO CONSIDER ADOPTION
DURING NATIONAL WEEK
Have you considered adopting a child but then put it to the back of your mind? Do you have a loving home which you could offer a child in need of adoption? Peterborough City Council is appealing for people to find out more about adopting a child or young person to coincide with National Adoption Week which takes place from Monday 31 October 2011 until Sunday 6 November 2011.
Families are needed for children of any age in the Peterborough
City Council area and also further afield.
Richard Marsh, senior practitioner within Peterborough City Council’s adoption service, said: “There is a real need to identify families outside of the city council area who are able to adopt children whose circumstances mean they can no longer remain with their birth parents. Quite often children need to be placed
ONE TOUCH FOOTBALL SOCCER SCHOOLOne Touch Football Soccer School is working in association with Nottingham Forest Football Club and is now offering a Soccer Tots session for boys and girls from 2 ½ to 5 ½ year olds.
As a great introduction to football and general exercise, the sessions are fun and relaxed, in a caring and safe environment. Sessions are held at Riverside Pavilion, Peterborough, PE2 9RE.
Contact Glenn Vaughan for more information:07880 703784 glenn@onetouchfootball.co.ukWWW.ONETOUCHFOOTBALL.CO.UKwww.pect.org.uk
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COMMUNITY
CONSUMER ADVICEwww.which.co.uk
ENTERTAINMENTwww.thestage.co.uk
FAMILYwww.mumsnet.comwww.genesreunited.co.uk
HOMEwww.instruction-manuals.co.uk
MONEYwww.moneysavingexpert.comwww.moneymagpie.comwww.londonstockexchange.comwww.moneymadeclear.org.uk
MOTORINGwww.whatcar.comwww.dvla.gov.uk
USEFUL WEBSITESNEWSwww.bbc.co.uk
PROPERTYwww.houseprices.co.ukwww.rightmove.co.uk
SEARCHINGwww.google.co.uk
SHARINGwww.flickr.com
TRAVELwww.abta.comwww.tfl.gov.ukwww.tripadvisor.co.ukwww.travelsupermarket.com
Useful national informationwww.royal-mail.comwww.nationalrail.co.ukwww.multimap.com
NENE PARK TRUST, INCLUDING FERRY MEADOWSwww.neneparktrust.org.uk
PETERBOROUGH UNITED FOOTBALL CLUBwww.theposh.com
PETERBOROUGH REGIONAL COLLEGEwww.peterborough.ac.uk
PETERBOROUGH COLLEGE OF ADULT EDUCATIONwww.pals.ac.uk
CHURCHES IN PETERBOROUGHwww.churches-in-peterborough.org.uk
PETERBOROUGH ON THE NATURAL NETWORKS PARTNERSHIPwww.naturalnet.org.uk
BURGHLEY HOUSEwww.burghley.co.uk
EAST OF ENGLAND AGRICULTURAL SOCIETYwww.eastofengland.org.uk
EAST OF ENGLAND SHOWGROUNDwww.showground.org.uk
FLAG FENwww.flagfen.org
LOCAL WEBSITES
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FAIRTRADE IS THE FUTUREAs part of its aspiration to be the Home of Environment Capital, Peterborough is aiming to become a Fairtrade City approved by the Fairtrade Foundation in time for Fairtrade Fortnight in February 2012.
Peterborough Environment City Trust (PECT) is working with
Peterborough City Council and a group of keen volunteers to
achieve Fairtrade targets in businesses, community groups
and schools across the city.
Fairtrade is about better prices, decent working conditions,
local sustainability and fair terms of trade for farmers and
workers in the developing world. By promoting, stocking and
buying Fairtrade, it is possible to support communities all
over the world.
PECT’s Penny Fletcher said, “In a globalised world, ethical
trade is increasingly important. We are calling on the whole
community to help make Peterborough a Fairtrade City!
“Support this initiative and help us achieve Fairtrade
status by switching to Fairtrade in your staff rooms and
canteens, holding a Fairtrade event to spread the word and
highlighting the range of Fairtrade products available.”
Contact the Environment Trust with your plans for Fairtrade
in your school, business or community group. Contact
fairtrade@peterborough.gov.uk for information, advice
and to share ideas.
www.pect.org.uk
16 November 2011 | Email: info@scenepublishing.co.uk
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Hi Beauties,Now the mornings and evenings are darker
IcanfeelmyunofficialSeasonalAffective
Disorder(S.A.D)comingon,noitsnot
excuse because I cant get out of bed in the
mornings, I thought I would give you some
tips to keep you going and maintain that
summer good feeling to help you to ignore
the horrible wind and cold outside…
• Ultravioletlightstimulatestheproductionofwhite
bloodcellsthatfightbacteriaandviruseswhichcausethe
immune system to improve.
• Sunbedscanalsobeusedfortreatmentofskin
disorders such as psoriasis, certain allergy types and acne.
Obviously using sun beds too frequently can be
dangerous, so be sensible with your tanning and don’t let
your skin burn, which applies in the sun as well. Each of us
have different skin types, so make sure you are keeping to
the recommend time limits that suit your skin for each sun
bedsession.Don’tforgettoleave24to48hoursbetween
each session and check your moles regularly.
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Next month I’ll be writing a Christmas beauty present guide, so don’t forget to pick up your copy of the December City Scene.
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BB - Garnier Miracle Skin PerfectorThe latest beauty secret is now out, an all-in one product that melts into your skin; it can be used on its own or as a base or primer. It makes your skin soft, hydrated, blurs imperfections, luminates and gives sheer glowing coverage. So in just one step you can even, cover, hydrate, illuminate and help to protect your skin… A must have for any make-up bag. Garnier are giving 173,300 sample packs away online go to: www.garnier.co.uk/BB-Cream. Available at all good beauty stores. RRP £9.99
Invisalign BracesI’ve always wanted perfect teeth and was torn between veneers or a brace, so earlier this year I attended an Invisalign open evening at the Smile Boutique in Peterborough. I was amazed how this unnoticeable piece of plastic could naturally transform my teeth into a perfect smile in 12 months, so I was sold. After aconsultationIwenttopickupmyfirstsetof Invisalignclear braces. How it works is that you wear one set of braces(oneupper,onelower)for22hoursadayfor2weeksthenyouswapforyournextsetandsoon.Atfirstitfelt unusual to be wearing what I describe as a really thin gum shield and you have to take them out when you eat and drink, but after a few sets it feels completely normal. I’ll report back in February when I’m half way through my treatment to tell you how I’m getting on!For more information contact the Smile Boutique on: 01733 551 534 or drop in the practice at 150 Park Road, Peterborough PE1 2UB.
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• Walkthedog,orborrowafriendsdog,andwalkfasterthanyouusually
would. Alternate faster walking with a gentle pace to raise your heart rate.
• DustoffyourbikeandpoptotheshopsforyourSundaypaper.
• Bookabadmintoncourtandpersuadeafewfriendstojoinyou.
• Springcleanyourhouseforanhour....twobirdswithonestone!
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• Learntoplaysquashorracketball–aperfectindoorsportforthewintermonths.
Ever surprised how many calories there are in your lunch, snack in the car or after work drink? Well, it’s time to swap a few favourites for something lighter but still lovely!
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By Joseph Whitehead www.gardenwiseadvice.com
With the chilly days now upon us our gardens retreat into winter dormancy; that’s if the heat wave we are experiencing as I write this has not continued! Contrary to popular belief, leafing through seed catalogues in front of a warm fire is not the only job on the list during the winter months, so don’t hang your gardening gloves just yet!
HOME & GARDEN
Kitchen garden• Ifyouhaveaglasshouse, cold frame or cloche keep that fresh salad coming and sow winter varieties of lettuce, eg ’Winter density’ or ‘Frosted curls’.• Clearremainingdebrisfromyourplotandcontinue soil cultivation.• Plantnewbarerootfruitandanyornamentaltreesas soon as they arrive.• Finishplantinggarlicinsituorintomodulesifthe ground is to wet.• Spraypeachesandnectarinesagainstpeachleafcurl.
Ornamental garden• Inexposedsitespruneback roses to prevent wind rock.• Rakeupallyourleavesand heap up turning the pile once or twice through next year to make your own fabulous leaf mould.• Greattimetoplanttulipstoreducetheriskoffugaldisease.• Pruneplantsthatbleedduringthegrowingseasonlike, Acers, Walnuts, fig and vines.• Checktreeguardsareinplacetopreventrabbitdamage.
HEADS FRONT AND CENTRE!With limited rations of colour and flower, winter wonder can be sort in the form of attractive stems and seed heads, and with a sparkle of icy frost they can bring beauty to any winter garden.
7 Winter Treats1. Eryngium giganteumSilvery blue thistle known as ‘Miss Willmotts’ ghost, a wintry look even in summer.2. Dipsacus fullonumOur native teasel, fine architectural seed heads much loved by gold finches
3. Phlomis russelianaAll the Phlomis have great whorls of seed heads that stand well against cold weather.4. Echinacea purpureaDazzling in flower and graceful in death.5. Solidago giganteanArching stems, add a touch of class!6. Stipa giganteanAll grasses give that great extra element of movement.7. Sedum ‘Hertstfreude’With wide flat seed heads all sedums stand well and look great with a touch of frost.
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What is clutter?Clutter can consist of many different things. It can be:-• thingsthatyouhaven’tusedforyears,butkeepholdof‘justincase’.• impulsepurchasesthatyoucostsomuch,youjusthavetoholdontothem.• anexpensiveitemofclothingthatyouhaveonlywornonce,ornotatall!• oldmake-upanddrieduppotsofnailvarnish.• hordesofemptyjamjarsthat‘might’comeinusefuloneday.• brokenobjectsthatyou’will’getroundtofixingsoon.• unwantedpresents.This list goes on, but basically clutter is really anything that you do not use, need, wear, refer to or like.
Effect of clutterWe often find ourselves overwhelmed by the amount of excess baggage we have managed to accumulate over time, and in some cases this can affect how we feel about our home. Living in an unorganised mess can have a diverse effect on how we operate throughout the day – not being able to find a clean work shirt or the car keys when you are already running late can often lead to feelings of stress and not being in control.
If you have allowed clutter to build, your home will no longer be the place where you can recharge your battery and relax; it will start to feel oppressive and depressing and before long you avoid being there and having people round.
Dealing with clutterTackling clutter can seem an impossible task if you don’t know where or how to start. The first step is to assess the amount of clutter you have. If you are a compulsive hoarder then you may find it easier to call in the professionals. If you just allow clutter to take over specific rooms or areas of your home, then it really is a matter of being more organized and stricter on yourself and your family. Before starting your task, have allocated areas for the items you are throwing/
e all have clutter
of some sort in
our homes – some
people just have
more than others.
Keeping your home
free from clutter is no
easy task but it can
be done and it can be
maintained. Living
in a de-cluttered,
well organised space
can help to bring
peace and harmony
to your home and
can instantly improve
your lifestyle…
W through old bills and junk mail. Once you have decided on the things you no longer need, make sure you get them out of the house as soon as possible. Take unwanted items to a local charity shop, or see if any family member or friend wants to take them off your hands. If you want to make some money, go along to a local car boot sale or advertise bigger items in your local paper or community magazine.
BenefitsThis new amount of storage space you have discovered with be such a change for you, so stay in control by making sure there is a place for everything and everything in its place. If you don’t, you will soon find yourself back in the same situation. Dealing with things as they appear will help to keep your space organized so make sure all family members are behind your efforts.
Once you have de-cluttered you will be amazed at the sense of relief it brings. You will feel that you are finally in control of your home again, not the other way around and as a result a more relaxed and welcoming home will appear.
And the best thing of all? You will now have a house that almost seems to tidy itself!
recycling. It will be easier if you can place the items straight into cardboard boxes or black bags labeled charity shops, car boot, eBay etc. as this avoids any opportunity for second thoughts.
Start in one room. Allow yourself at least a day. Decide where you are going to start and work methodically. Be sensible and understand that it will take time. With every item that you pick up ask yourself the following questions - Do I need this? Do I use this? Do I like this?
As you decide what you want to keep and remove you may go through different emotions of relief and guilt– this is normal so don’t let it deter you.
Do’s and don’tsAny sentimental items that you want to keep, package safely and securely before placing in the loft.
DON’T keep hold of any items that you ‘were’ going to get round to fixing.
DON’T feel guilty if you are getting rid of unwanted presents – just let it go!
Invest in a small shredder to help whip
free standing & wall hung
Time to de-clutter?
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By Sue HessomTidy Interiors 01476 564035 or07540612143 www.tidyinteriors.co.uk
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NOW UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT, is set in its own grounds in the idyllic village of Baston, Lincs. A truly warm welcome awaits you regardless of the occasion or event. We cater for Weddings, Christenings and other family events as well as having conference facilities, a wonderful beer garden and a much improved kids play area.
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MANAGEMENT
We have 9 newly refurbished, en suite rooms including the stunning Bridal Suite. From family rooms to single occupancy we can cater for most requirements.
Our restaurant, also completely refurbished and now under the guidance of Head Chef Karl Turner, is fast gaining a wonderful reputation for quality and innovation. Why not try our Kangaroo steaks or the “Bird in a bird in a bird” meal to share during shooting season.
Complimenting the restaurant is our traditional bar. Full of character (and characters) we stock a wide range of real ales as well as the usual bar fayre.
The beer garden is the idyll spot to while away those long summer nights. Surrounded on 3 sides by our amazing vine covered gazebo, character abounds. Our Carp pond is the perfect centre point, filled by a babbling brook from a mini waterfall and shaded in the evening by our very own Pear tree. With piped music to set the mood it’s a wonderful feature of the hotel.
On the other side of the beer garden is the best bit of all; a large, secure play area for kids. With climbing frames, swings, a slide and lots of open lawn, the kids will be more than happy to play for hours while the Mums and Dads enjoy the peace and quiet.
Here at The Baskervilles we have it all. From creating the perfect wedding day, the Christening of your new pride and joy, birthday celebrations, gala dinners, Superleague Darts and more formal conference facilities. Our staff are here to help.
We hope you have a pleasant time and we look forward to seeing you again soon.
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Maxey House is a beautiful Georgian House, which is independently owned and has been tastefully converted to provide professional, reassuring care to our residents. The home is situated 6 miles from the town of Peterborough and is close to Market Deeping, a small market town full of character and charm. We provide 24 hour care and attention to 31 residents.
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Contact us for an informal chat and to arrange for a visit to the home to see all we have to offer.
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The following are just a few of the reasons why you should consider Maxey House Residential Home when looking for somewhere for your loved ones:
WHAT’S ON...
29 NOVEMBER, 8pmICE: ACE DANCE AND MUSIC
TICKETS £13 (£11)Six quicksilver dancers perform in a finely polished audio visual installation of movement, music and light. Ice explores the integration of artificial and natural systems, the use of mechanics to extend the body and how our fragility and limitation drives us to enhance and transform.
11 NOVEMBER, 7.30PM Ade Edmondson & The Bad Shepherds Advanced tickets £17.50 on the door £20.00 The Bad Shepherds with Adrian Edmondson play punk songs on folk instruments. Not as a gag, but because they really like the noise. They think the songs are better than people remember. They love folk instruments...and it works!
12 NOVEMBER, 8pmTHE VIENNA PIANO TRIO
TICKETS £16 (£15)Stefan Mendl piano. Wolfgang Redik violin. Matthias Gredler cello.For almost 20 years, the Vienna Piano Trio has been performing regularly in virtually every major music centre in Europe, the Americas, Australia and the Far East. The trio was founded by violinist Wolfgang Redik, cellist Marcus Trefny and pianist Stefan Mendl in 1988. Extensive studies with various highly renowned musicians paved the trio’s way to an international career soon after. In 2011/12 the Trio will be Ensemble in Residence at Wigmore Hall in London.Music by Haydn, Ravel and Beethoven.
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Stamford Arts Centre | Box office: 27 St Mary’s Street | Stamford | Lincs | PE9 2DL01780 763203 | www.stamfordartscentre.com
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3-11 DECEMBER Whisper Through The Trees Art ExhibitionEntrance is free. For any information call Jane on 01832 226495Whisper Through the Trees is an exciting art exhibition and sale showing a diverse variety of work from over twenty artists. They all live and work in the area so everything is definitely local and “Made in England”. There will be both traditional and contemporary styles of artwork in media including, paintings, ceramics, sculpture, printing, jewellery and wood turning.
The exhibition is in the Yarrow Gallery,near the Great Hall) Glapthorn Road, Oundle and will run from Saturday 3 December to Sunday 11 December.
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9 NOVEMBER 2011Volunteer Day-Tree Planting Spades at the ready. Autumn is a great time for some tree planting.Times: 9.45am - 12 noon Suitable for: 18yrs+Easy access: No Booking required: Yes01733 234193 or email visitor.services@neneparktrust.org.uk
26 NOVEMBER 2011Hedge Laying DemonstrationCome and join Park Rangers as they demonstrate this traditional country craft. This is an opportunity to see the processes involved in rejuvenating a hedge and find out why it is so beneficial for the local environment.Times: 10am - 3.30pm Suitable for: all agesEasy access: This event may not be suitable for all. Please call for details. Meeting point: Ferry MeadowsBooking required: No Charge: Free
04 DECEMBER 2011Santa RunHelp to fundraise for East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH) by taking part in their Santa Fun Run.Run, jog or walk the 3km course.Route also suitable for buggies and wheelchairs.For information see www.each.org.uk or call 01223 205180
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Are you hosting a local event?Send details to: naomi@scenepublishing.co.uk Or call: 01780 783613
5-26 NOVEMBERTextile Lincs present an exhibition of mixed media textiles entitled ‘Memory’ at the Yarrow Gallery,Gallery open Mon -Sat 10:30-13:00, 14:30-17:00, Sun 14:30-17:00.
1-4 DECEMBERCrafts for ChristmasBurghley House
SATURDAY 3 DECEMBER, 10am - 3pmAncient monument turns back the clock – craft & food fairAdmission: 50p on the door Free ParkingCrowland Abbey is again turning the clock back to mediaeval times with the seventh St Nicholas Craft & Food Fair in December. Plans to recreate a step back in time have been ongoing since last year, in a bid to raise funds for the running and restoration of this ancient Abbey, and to offer a unique opportunity to the public to share its history. Light refreshments including homemade soup and mulled wine and mince pies available.
17 DECEMBER, 7.30PMChristmas concert by the Gildenburgh choir Tickets £6 (including refreshments), Accompanied children free.01778 343158Come and hear this long established and popular city choir singing Christmas music and join in the carols. Mulled wine and mince pies served in the interval. Raffle prizes.
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MONDAY 28 NOVEMBER, 7pmAdvent Processional ServiceAll welcome - no ticket requiredA candlelit service with procession, seasonal readings and music for the Season of Advent. A collection will be taken in aid of Kidney Research UK.
SATURDAY 10 DECEMBER, 3pmChristingle ServiceAll welcome - no ticket requiredThe Cathedral’s annual service for young children and families includes seasonal readings, carols and music performed by local school children. During the service children will receive a lighted Christingle - an orange representing the world with a red ribbon representing the blood of Jesus, sweets representing the fruits of the earth and the seasons, and a candle representing Jesus as the light of the world. A collection will be taken in aid of the work of The Children’s Society and Peterborough Cathedral.
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One portion per token
love came downat christmasWhy not send an e-card to familyand friends this Christmas?
Come along to St John’s Church in CathedralSquare and you can dress up as Mary, a king,or a shepherd. We’ll then take your photographwhich will be available for you to downloadfrom our website – and there’s no charge!
Or simply take a break from shopping andcome in for a welcoming drink and a mince pie.
A reminder of what Christmasis really all about.
2011 opening times...Saturday 17 December 1pm-4pmSunday 18 December 1pm-4pm (with carol singing at 1pm)Thursday 22 December 12noon-4pmFriday 23 December 12noon-4pm
St John’s Church, Cathedral Square, PeterboroughFor more information, visit our website:
cticp.org.uk/lovecamedownatchristmas or www.getinthepicture.org.uk
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Homework...stuck?The internet has become the first place of
choice for many on homework, whether
that’s at home, school or in the local library.
With a wealth of knowledge out there,
where do you start? Here are a selection
of useful websites, covering primary
through to A Level.
Ideal for Primary & Junior agewww.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk
www.show.me.uk
Ideal for Primary & Secondarywww.bbc.co.uk/schools
Ideal for 7 years plus
www.channel4learning.com
www.britannica.com
Advent Calendars The origins of the Advent calendar come from Germany, at least as early as the beginning of the 19th century. The calendar typically counts from the first day of December, as opposed to the start of advent which is on the fourth Sunday before 25 December.
If you’re ready to start planning for Christmas, what about testing your creative skills on a homemade advent calendar. Sounds a bit daunting?.....never! Here are some simple ideas, touching on a few popular crafts.
Paper ConesWith so many beautiful papers available now, these advent cones can look stunning in super quick time. A punched hole in the back allows you to use string or ribbon to hang the cones.
SocksGet that sock drawer replenished whilst enjoying advent! Fill with sweets, treats, pocket money pressies or even a note promising a treat for the advent season.
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REVIEW
OUT IN NOVEMBER...
From bestselling author Walter
Isaacson comes the landmark
biography of Apple co-founder
Steve Jobs. Isaacson provides
WHAT IF you could go back in time and
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Steve Jobs: A Biography: The Exclusive Biography Walter Issacson RRP £25
The stunning and magical new novel
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extensive interviews with Jobs’ family
members, key colleagues from Apple
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was shot - unless ...King takes his
protagonist Jake Epping, a high school
English teacher from Lisbon Falls,
Maine, 2011, on a fascinating journey
back to 1958 - from a world of mobile
phones and iPods to a new world of
Elvis and JFK, of Plymouth Fury cars
and Lindy Hopping, of a troubled loner
named Lee Harvey Oswald and a
beautiful high school librarian named
Sadie Dunhill, who becomes the love
of Jake’s life.
work is a gold envelope. Inside is an
invitation -- to a meeting with Life.
Lucy Silchester has an appointment
with her life -- and she’s going to have
to keep it. Touching, warm, funny and
11/22/63 Stephen King Hodder & Stoughton Ltd RRP £19.99
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poignant, Cecelia Ahern’s new novel
explores what happens when you stop
paying attention to your life.
The Time of My Life Cecelia Ahern Harper Collins Publishers RRP £16.99
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Albums out this monthThis month sees the release of albums from
JLS, The Wanted, Pixie Lott, Snow Patrol,
Birdy and Cher Lloyd. Signed copies of
The Wanted’s album ‘Battleground’,
JLS’ album ‘Jukebox’ and Birdy’s album
‘Birdy’ can be purchased from www.play.com
in mid November. Cher Lloyd’s album will most
definitely cause some controversy, but Birdy’s
beautiful voice is likely to make her first album
very popular – will you be buying them?
The Clothes Show LiveThis December, The Clothes Show Live is back for its 23rd year at the NEC
in Birmingham. Running from the 2 to the
7 December, it is the perfect chance to
do some early Christmas shopping and
treat yourself too! As well as hundreds
of stalls selling clothes, jewellery and
make up, there are runway shows and
the Suzuki Fashion Theatre, a 45 minute
show with dancers, models and music acts
putting on an amazing performance. This
year girl band Parade, George Lamb and Jeff
Brazier are amongst the celebrities making
an appearance at the NEC, so you’d be mad to miss out! If you’re obsessed
with fashion or just fancy a good day out with your friends then tickets start
from £27 each, so get booking before it’s too late!
Teen SceneTEEN SCENE
Celebrity gossip sitesIf you’re anything like me and
obsessed with the lives of
celebrities then you’ll be in
constant need of the gossip
from Hollywood. If you can’t
wait for the weekly gossip
magazines, celebrity gossip
sites are most definitely the
way to go. Websites such as
www.perezhilton.com and
www.eonline.com are great
for American celebrity news, as
is the site www.blindgossip.
com which is contributed
to by celebrity insiders. The
website is slightly different
to your typical celebrity news
sites, as it publishes stories
but doesn’t reveal who the
celebrity in question actually
is, giving small hints and
letting you guess instead. For
UK news, magazine websites
are probably the best sites,
but others such as www.
mrpaparrazi.com are updated
regularly too.
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Interesting trivia 11. Ingrown toe nails are hereditary
12. The longest English word with only one vowel is ‘Strengths’
13. A matchbox sized lump of gold can be flattened to the size of a tennis court14. Taste buds last for about 10 days
15. The can opener was invented 48 years after the can
16. There are 10 three letter body parts – can you name them? Arm, ear, eye, gum, hip, jaw, leg, lip, rib, toe.
17. Cats cannot taste sweet things
18. The symbol £ is an L, standing for ‘librae’ the Latin for pound
1. Babies start dreaming even before they are born 2. A jiffy is one hundredth of a second
3. Tom Sawyer was the 1st published novel written on a typewriter
4. The programme 60 minutes has no theme tune 5. Devon is the only British county with two coast lines
6. Flamingo’s can only eat with their head upside down
7. Elephants are the only mammals that cannot jump
8. The opposite sides of a die add up to 7
9. Any space vehicle must move more than 7 miles/11KM per second in order to escape the earth’s gravity
10. 111,111,111 X 111,111,111 = 12,345,678,987,654,321
INTERESTING TRIVIA
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They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and in my eyes
the latest Passat Estate is more appealing than the saloon.
But it’s not all about appearance because the VW is also a
practical, refined, comfortable and economical car to drive.
Indeed, the Passat is established as a firm favourite with UK
buyers, with over 600,000 examples having found homes
here since it arrived on the scene in 1973. The seventh
generation Passat is the most advanced iteration yet with
every model fitted with special sound insulating windscreen
glass and new sound deadening materials to make it one of
the quietest cars in its class.
As well as an elegant new look on the inside and out the
Passat can be specified with Automatic Distance Control
(ADC) that can instinctively slow the car to a halt should
it encounter traffic. In addition, the VW can be fitted with a
fatigue detection system that monitors the driver’s inputs
and automatically emits an audible and visual warning to
recommend a break if required.
Of course, improving safety in cars is vital, but developing
cleaner, greener engines is equally important to motor
manufacturers - and VW is no exception. That’s why the
German company’s diesel engines are now badged as
BlueMotion products (why not GreenMotion?) and they are
equippedwithbatteryregenerationandStop/Startsystems
as standard. The result is that the Passat, on test here in
SE 2.0 TDI 140 PS DSG guise, is capable of 54.3 mpg and
emitsonly135g/kmCO2.That’sprettygoodgoingwhenyou
consider the car is fitted with a six-speed auto gearbox (with
very handy flappy paddles behind the wheel).
Until fairly recently the estate
car was thought of as the ugly
one out of the family. It was the
unwritten rule that its saloon and
hatchback siblings would be better
looking. Today that still holds
some truth, but not when it comes
to the new Volkswagen Passat.
• Max.power(bhp):138at4200rpm• Max.torque(Ib/ft):236at1750rpm• Max.towingweight(braked)1800kg• CO2:135g/km• Price:£25,180
FAST FACTS
Alright, the 2.0 litre 140 PS (138 bhp) engine isn’t the
quickest, but the Passat I had felt solid, well-built and
fast enough for purpose. I couldn’t stop praising it when I
lifted the tailgate. The load area is vast and it swallowed up
everything I needed to chuck in – and more. It’s an ideal car
for a family – and as a dad of two young children I felt this
might well be a motor I’d choose to buy – if I didn’t already
have a perfectly decent Audi A4 Avant. Actually, the Audi I
own is a 2003 model and the boot is nowhere near the size
of the latest Passat’s!
The VW is perfect for long-distance commutes or short
school runs. I never felt tired behind the wheel, despite
driving up and down the M6 several times over the week
I had the car. And on the short trips to school and nursery
the decent turning circle on the Passat came in handy when
chucking U-turns in narrow streets.
I can’t believe I’ve been so enthusiastic about an estate car.
I must be getting old. But, believe me, if you have a family
and you’re in the market for a substantial, comfortable, well
screwed-together, economical, load-swallower then the new
VW Passat Estate is a car to add to your list of test drives.
Tim Barnes-Clay is a member of the Midland Group of
Motoring Writers.
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Sri Lanka as a nation has come a long
way from it’s turbulent past which has
been blighted by civil unrest and the 2004
Tsunami, which caused over 50,000
fatalities. The Sri Lankan people are
wonderfully resilient and proud people
and not only have they come to terms
with the past but they are looking forward
to the future with much optimism. In our
opinion there is no doubt that this unique
island is primed to become a prosperous
destination hotspot.
Cricket fans in particular will want to take
note as Sri Lanka will be hosting the ICC
Twenty20 World Cup this time next year,
a sport followed religiously in a Cricket-
obsessed nation, and it is sure to be a
colourful and atmospheric event. England
Local travel company Inspirational
Travel continue to add wonderful
destinations to their portfolio and
this month they launch Sri Lanka,
aptly known as the “pearl of the
Indian Ocean”. The companies MD,
Steve Daykin, has just returned
from a three-week adventure to
some of the best highlights that
Sri Lanka has to offer, which
range from sunning yourself on the
numerous idyllic beaches spread
across the coastline to discovering
the unique patchwork history of
this culture-rich island.
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also tour in March, playing two tests (one in
Galle and one in Colombo). Packages for
the tests and the Twenty20 are available
through Inspirational Travel.
Colombo, the economic capital and
hub of the country, is simply manic with
everything at first seeming so overwhelming.
Before rushing around this beautifully
chaotic city take some time to take in all the
sights, sounds and smells at your own pace.
Life here surprisingly can go quite slowly
once you discover the laid-back mindset of
the fun and charming Sri Lankans. Getting
around this island can seem quite a chore,
with not the most perfect road network and
driving styles that would make the safety
conscious wince. The key is to simply go
with the flow.
Heading inland is the cultural heartland
of what has made this nation what it is
today. From the rich history of the Golden
Triangle, endowed with temples and
monasteries offering an insight into the
history of the ancient kingdoms, to the
quintessentially British colonial charm
of the Hill Country, with tea plantations
dotted across the verdantly green hills and
quaint houses that wouldn’t look out of
place in the English countryside, this is an
area deserving exploration. The so-called
‘Capital’ of the cultural heartland, Kandy,
was the last ancient kingdom to hold out
against colonialism and is rich & proud in
its strong Buddhist heritage, and it was
no surprise that it was made a UNESCO
World Heritage Site in 1988.
Sri Lanka’s picturesque beach towns and
ports have drawn past explorers and traders
to its shores, lured by the exotic offerings of
fruits, spices and tea. Today those towns
offer smart little boutique hotels and lodges,
with bustling centres that house energetic
markets. Alongside they offer miles and miles
of wonderful pristine beaches that provide
the perfect base to relax and just do nothing
at all.
Missing the edge of wildlife sightings? Sri
Lanka has a number of superb National Parks
where you can spot the Sri Lankan elephant,
leopard and sloth bear for starters, which are
all endemic to the island. Many other species
of mammal plus over 200 species of birds are
also found in the National Parks, to ensure the
offerings of nature are rich and varied.
There are regular direct flights from
London Heathrow and the island can
also be combined with The Maldives or
destinations in Asia or the Middle East.
Example price:
Just £950.00 per person for a
7-night stay at the brand new 4-Star
Deluxe Haridra Beach Resort,
including flights from London and
private car transfers in Sri Lanka.
For further details or to book
simply call
01780 784380
or email
info@inspirational-travel.com
SRI LANKA The Pearl of the Indian Ocean
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Ryan’s Football Preview
Wolverhampton Wanderers V Wigan Athletic, (6th Nov)The Premier League is barely a third of the way through but already this fixture is a full blooded ‘6 pointer’ with both teams having taken only 7 and 5 points respectively out of a possible 24 (at the time of writing). Wigan began the season relatively well, recording 1 win and 2 draws which boss Roberto Martinez would have happily taken before the campaign got under way. Since then though they have lost 5 in 5 which makes the clash with what many would see as fellow relegation candidates in Wolves all the more important. Similarly Mick McCarthy’s side began the season well, better in fact winning 2 from the first 3 matches. Since then, losses at home to Tottenham and new boys QPR as well as defeats to Liverpool and Newcastle before the heartache of a midlands derby humbling at West Brom make this match as important for them as it is to the Latics. Expect goals and some tasty tackles.
Chelsea V Liverpool, (20th Nov)As always this is a standout fixture in the Premier League between two of the heavyweights of the division. At the time of writing both teams will be pretty satisfied with their starts to the season. Chelsea took a step into the relative unknown with manager Andre Villas Boas and their faith in youth, (management wise not playing!) has so far paid off with the Portuguese taking the blues to just 3 points off the top. Liverpool have had a solid start apart from their capitulation at Tottenham and Anfield legend Kenny Dalglish has transformed their fortunes in his 10 months in charge. With both teams looking to now make assaults to de-thrown the two Manchester clubs who have relentlessly set the early season pace at the top, 3 points would be of massive importance as well as giving themselves huge confidence going forwards.
Email me your thoughts to: ryan@semplesoccer.co.uk and visit: www.semple-soccer.co.uk where I will post all my responses POSH Preview
As we speak Posh sit in
11th place, just 1 point
off the golden gates of
the playoff positions.
This doesn’t tell the
whole story though
as defeats to Hull
City and particularly
Doncaster came against
the run of play and
Darren Fergusons men
could quite easily have
another 4 points in the
bag. This is the cruel
nature of Championship
football though and
many in this squad
know only too well
from last time around
there is no point in
if’s and but’s. The
manager and players
have clearly learnt
many a lesson though
and nobody connected
with the club can be
anything but quietly
happy so far, at the
same time keeping
vigilant against any
form of complacency.
This month with 3 of
their 5 matches against
the current top 4 we’ll
all be better placed
leading up to Christmas
whether this form can
be sustained. Let’s
all hope!
Local Gymnast, Louis Smith, added to his medal collection at the World Gymnastics Championships in Tokyo in October. Louis took the bronze medal, after first place Krisztian Berki in first place and Cyril Tommasone took second.
54 November 2011 | Email: info@scenepublishing.co.uk
SPORT
JIMMY White believes he can still
reproduce the form of his hey-day
as he looks forward to defending his
World Seniors Championship crown
in Peterborough.
The Whirlwind won the inaugural event
last year by beating Steve Davis 4-1 in
the final, and he’ll be trying to repeat
that success at Exec Peterborough at
the East of England Showground on
November 5 and 6.
Alongside White, Davis and Knowles,
legends of snooker such as Dennis
Taylor, John Parrott, Cliff Thorburn, Joe
Johnson and Doug Mountjoy will be
competing for the £18,000 top prize in
the tournament which will be televised
live by Sky Sports to an estimated
viewing audience of 1.5 million.
Well we were told to expect some exciting
hockey this season at Bretton Gate and
that is certainly what we have had.
After the first day 6-2 defeat to
relegated Premiership side Canterbury the
next week saw a complete reversal with
an 8-2 win against local rivals Harleston
Magpies, who were mesmerised by some
brilliant hockey. This showed what a
difference having the full squad available
could make. Even better was to follow in
the next game when long time top club
Old Loughtonians from Essex were beaten
3-2. This is undoubtedly one of the best
results achieved for many years. A 5-1
cup win over Bedford followed and the
next league game against Wimbledon was
keenly anticipated. This was the first time
that this opposition had been encountered
and with their raft of current and former
international players a tough game was
expected. When 4-1 down early in the
second half this looked a good forecast but
an excellent last 25 minutes saw a great
comeback and we were very disappointed
Hockey
The Peterborough Gymnastics scene has a new club for all ages, based in Bretton. Spirals Gymnastics, owned and managed by ex-Olympic gymnast Katherine Everett, offer new equipment for artistic gymnastics such as bars, beams, sprung floor, vault, trampolines and a large landing pit. A variety of recreational and competitive classes are available.www.spiralsgym.co.uk
Louis brings home bronze!
World Seniors Championship Snooker in Peterborough
City of Peterborough ladies (dark tops) v Norwich Dragons in goalmouth action during a Division
One North of East Women’s league match. Picture: Kevin Goodacre
to lose 5-4. New opposition were again
the order of the day the next week at
Teddington and once more a goal fest
followed resulting in a 4-4 draw.
Certainly we have shown that we can
handle ourselves at this level and with
a bit of tightening up at the back, could
be a force in the National league. More
challenges follow, however, with the
mercurial Indian Gymkhana the next
visitors to Bretton Gate. We have never
beaten them but coach Gareth Andrew
is confident that this can be put right. If
you want to see exiting sport played at a
high level get yourself down to the club
at the earliest chance.
Peter Lambert.
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