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Welcome to our February edition...

Here we are in February already and leaving Christmas and New Year a distant memory. Still, weve lots to

look forward to with Valentines Day, Mothers Day and Easter all happening within the next two months! If youre planning on eating out with your Valentine or treating your mum on Mothering Sunday, then dont leave booking until the last minute and risk missing out!

As a fan of winter, Im enjoying the cold weather, and recently weve seen some amazing sunrises and sunsets around the fens and beyond. I am a member of a Facebook group called Nature of the Fens and here I get to see so many beautiful photos, it was a real struggle to choose one for the cover this month. If you are a budding photographer, please feel free to send me any

photographs of March or the surrounding area that you think are cover worthy. Its a great opportunity to showcase your work, and choosing the cover image is one of my favourite jobs.

Im currently working on a new, up to date club directory, so bear with me whilst this is being put together and if you are part of a club and interested in being included within this, please contact me. Im always on the look-out for community news too, so if you have anything that you would like to share with the rest of the town, then send it in and I would be happy to publish this.

A word of warning to all you bachelors out there. Be extra vigilant on Leap Day, February 29th, because when your lady gets down on one knee and opens a small box, whilst staring into your eyes, then utters those four famous words, they wont be Whats for dinner darling?

Becky x

4 Leap Year Whats That All About?

6 March in the Past - February

9-10 Community Matters12 Consumer Advice20 Legal Corner Why Gamble?

22 Top Ten Aphrodisiac Foods 24 Food Perfect Steak Recipe

26 Legal Corner Changes to Inheritance Tax

27 Puzzle Page28 Club Spotlight Hereward Harmony

30 History of March32 Health Relationship Counselling

34-36 Event Diary Whats happening in and around March

37 Museum Apple Green Engines

40 Finance Using Pensions to Fund Retirement

42 Film New Releases this Month

44-45 Your Directory46 In the Hot Seat Johnny Dee

With thanks to...Jennifer Lawler, Eamonn Dorling, Eileen Le Voi, Fraser Dawbarns, Dack Pearson Solicitors, March and District Museum, March Podiatry, The Light Cinema and Trevor Bevis.


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Which years are Leap Years?In the Gregorian calendar, three criteria must be taken into account to identify leap years:

The year is evenly divisible by four;

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Women propose to their men According to an old Irish legend, or possibly history, St Brigid struck a deal with St Patrick to allow women to propose to men and not just the other way around every four years. This is believed to have been introduced to balance the traditional roles of men and women in a similar way to how Leap Day balances the calendar.

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If the year can be evenly divided by 100, it is

are leap years, 2500 are

of not having an engagement ring.

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Leap years are needed to keep our modern day Gregorian calendar in alignment with the Earths revolutions around the sun. It takes the Earth approximately 365.242199 days or 365 days, 5 hours, 48 minutes, and 46 seconds to circle once around the sun. This is called a tropical year. However, the Gregorian calendar has only 365 days in a year, so if we didnt add a day on February 29th nearly every four years, we would lose almost six hours off our calendar every year. After only one hundred years, our calendar would be off by approximately twenty-four days!

Which years are Leap Years?In the Gregorian calendar, three criteria must be taken into account to identify leap years:

The year is evenly divisible by four;

If the year can be evenly divided by 100, it is NOT a leap year, unless;

The year is also evenly divisible by 400. Then it is a leap year.

This means that 2000 and 2400 are leap years, while 1800, 1900, 2100, 2200, 2300 and 2500 are NOT leap years.

Leap Day Customs and Traditions

Women propose to their men According to an old Irish legend, or possibly history, St Brigid struck a deal with St Patrick to allow women to propose to men and not just the other way around every four years. This is believed to have been introduced to balance the traditional roles of men and women in a similar way to how Leap Day balances the calendar.

Twelve Pairs of GlovesIn some places, Leap Day has been known as Bachelors Day for the same reason. A man was expected to pay a penalty, such as a gown or money, if he refused a marriage pro-posal from a woman on Leap Day. In many European countries, especially in the upper classes of society, tradition dictates that any man who refuses a womans proposal on February 29th has to buy her twelve pairs of gloves. The intention is that the woman can wear the gloves to hide the embarrassment of not having an engagement ring.

2016 is a Leap Year

In the Gregorian calendar, three criteria must be

If the year can be evenly divided by 100, it is

are leap years, 2500 are

of not having an engagement ring.

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whats that al l about then?

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| March in the Past: February - Jennifer Lawler

T he record highest temperature for February in the UK in the 20th Century was set at March Cambridgeshire on February 23rd 1990, with a temperature of 19.2C.[1] January 1929 was one of the coldest on record, with only three days above 40F (4.5C).[2] In February, one of the coldest in the 20th Century, the River Nene in Northampton froze for several days and was used as a football pitch. Three Cambridge undergraduates skated on the Cam and Ouse from Cambridge to Ely and back for the first time since 1895.[3]

On Monday February 18th 1929, a special representative of the White Star Line visited the office of shipping agent A. E. Haylock of 9 High Street March from 2.30pm to 4.30pm and from 6pm to 7.30pm to give information and

to select suitable farmworkers, boys, domestic servants and families for settlement in Canada. They would travel at special rates also available in certain cases for people wishing to see friends or relatives in Canada.[4] Mr J. H. S. Green, Chairman of March UDC, appealed for subscriptions for the Lord Mayors Miners Relief Fund. A public meeting in March Town Hall had resolved to make a united effort. The public was asked to forward subscriptions to the banks or to the treasurer Mr F. Donald Grounds, Market Place, and subscriptions of five shillings and more would be published in the newspaper. A committee of delegates from all organisations and institutions in March would meet at the Town Hall on February 22nd. Suggestions and offers of services

were welcomed to make a united response worthy of March and worthy of the cause.[5]

The highlight in February 1929 was the opening of the magnificent and palatial new Hippodrome and Theatre Royal in Dartford Road. Described as one of the finest in East Anglia, with no expense spared and costing over 20,000, it was the first theatre that Messrs. Eggitt and Sons had built. At a luncheon in the Griffin Hotel, March was described as one of the most prosperous, thriving and growing towns not only in East Anglia, but in the whole of England. Mr Hopkins, surveyor, said, They would look forward to the time when the railway stations and omnibuses were placarded with notices of Cheap excursions to March.[6]

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[1] http://www.torro.org.uk/maxtemps.php

[2] The Cambridgeshire Times February 8th 1929

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[email protected] SLEIGH COLLECTION2015On behalf of March Lions and the Rotary Club of March, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the many citizens of our town who so generously and freely contributed to the Santas Sleigh Collection around the streets of March in December.

In fair weather, and foul, people waited patiently for the sleigh to pass by. A cheery Ho Ho from the gentleman in red forewarned of the approach. From wide eyed youngsters to grandparents, they gave what they could spare. A couple of pence here, a couple of pounds there. I know that the combined boys and girls of our two clubs had enjoyable, even if damp, walking tours of the back streets.

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Representatives of each of these groups attended a presentation at the Town Hall on the evening of Friday January 8th. Cheques were presented by local M.P. Steve Barclay, the Mayor, Councillor Rob Skoulding, Rotary President Christopher Bishop and Lion President Ruth Martin.

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The Speak Out Council project is led by six leaders who all have a learning disability or autism. Michelle

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The Friends of March Library are celebrating National Library Day by organising a Book Hunt around March. A library book will be displayed in twenty separate shop windows. All you have to do is find the book in each shop and write down the title on your entry form. To join in the fun and for more information visit the March Library on City Road and pick up your entry form. There is a prize for the winner and entry is free.

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8 AVOCADOIts shape gives it away! The Aztecs called the avocado ahuacuatl, or testicle tree, seeing the fruit hanging in pairs on the tree as resembling testicles. Avocado is rich with folic acid, vitamin B6 and potassium.

7 BANANASBy its shape, the connection with sexuality is quite obvious, but bananas are loaded with potassium, magnesium and B vitamins. It also contains chelating minerals and the bromeliad enzyme, said to enhance the male libido.

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of almond supposedly arouses

An English herbalist from the 17th century, Nicholas Culpepper, wrote that asparagus stirs up lust in man and woman. It is a great source of potassium, bre, vitamin B6, vitamins A and C, thiamin

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9 ALMONDSThroughout the centuries, almonds were regarded as fertility symbols. The aroma of almond supposedly arouses passion in females and provides high doses of vitamin E, magnesium and even bre.

8 AVOCADOIts shape gives it away! The Aztecs called the avocado ahuacuatl, or testicle tree, seeing the fruit hanging in pairs on the tree as resembling testicles. Avocado is rich with folic acid, vitamin B6 and potassium.

7 BANANASBy its shape, the connection with sexuality is quite obvious, but bananas are loaded with potassium, magnesium and B vitamins. It also contains chelating minerals and the bromeliad enzyme, said to enhance the male libido.

6 BASILBasil has a fantastic aroma that is said to have an aphrodisiac e ect; it is also very stimulating. Using sweet basil in a pasta sauce will be sure to get your heart racing!

Valentines Day

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SpecialThe food you consume can have a direct impact on your sex life, a ecting your hormones, brain chemistry and energy and stress levels. Some foods have psychoactive properties, others arouse because they are psychologically suggestive, and some can actually increase blood ow to the genitals.

of almond supposedly arouses

An English herbalist from the 17th century, Nicholas Culpepper, wrote that asparagus stirs up lust in man and woman. It is a great source of potassium, bre, vitamin B6, vitamins A and C, thiamin

bananas are loaded with potassium,

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to have an aphrodisiac e ect; it is also very stimulating. Using sweet basil in a pasta sauce will be sure to get your heart racing!

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1 HONEYHoney is a great source of boron, a trace mineral that helps the body use and metabolize oestrogen, the female sex hormone, and this mineral may also enhance testosterone levels in the blood, the hormone responsible for promoting sex drive and orgasm in both men and women.

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| Food

The Perfect Valentine Steak Night

Method:1 Remove the steak from the fridge one hour before cooking. Put it on a plate and let it come to room temperature and this helps it to cook more evenly.

2 Prepare the dry seasoning rub by mixing the salt, black pepper and cayenne pepper in a small bowl.

3 Prepare a herb brush by tying together the rosemary, thyme and sage.

4 Melt the butter in a small saucepan and snip a few herbs off the brush, then adding to the butter. Set this aside, once melted.

5 For the cooking process, the best method is to use a cast iron griddle pan, which are available in most supermarkets for around 10. Heat over a gasorelectrichobforaroundfiveminutes,oruntil the pan begins to smoke. You are looking for a very hot pan to initially sear the meat.

6 Season the steak by sprinkling the dry season you made earlier, making sure to cover the edges of the steak. Dip the herb brush into the melted butter and lightly brush both sides of the steak.

7 Place your steak onto the hot griddle, and do not move the steak for around two minutes.

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9 Flip and baste your steak again with butter, wait for thirtyseconds,thenflipagainandbastetheotherside.

10 After three minutes on each side, your steak should now be medium rare; allow a further one minute on each side for medium, and three minutes for well done.

11 Remove the steak and place on a small plate to rest for three minutes. The juices should begin to run from the steak.

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The current nil-rate band is 325,000 and it is frozen until 2020/21. From April 6th 2017, an additional provision of a main residence nil-rate band will also apply. The primary objective of this change is to aid the deceased to pass on their property to their children without incurring IHT.

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4. Who lost his job following a row over a cold dinner?

5. What links tennis star Andy Murray, ex-Spice Girl Geri Halliwell and Downton Abbeys Lady Mary Crawley?

6. Why should Stuart Lancaster dislike Wales and Australia so much in 2015?

7. Who published her rst novel in 2015, fty- ve years after publishing her second one?

8. Which royal said, I dont have to wear a crown which is cool.

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11. In what way did a doctors treatment of a Hazard get her into serious trouble?

12. Which charmer came out with the following observation in 2015: If Hillary Clinton cant satisfy her husband, what makes her think she can satisfy America?

A) 2015 : Whats Y our Memory Like?

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A) 1. Ed Balls, 2. The Suns page 3 girls, 3. Katie Hopkins, 4. Jeremy Clarkson, 5. They were all married in 2015, 6.

Losing to both teams as Englands former rugby coach saw him lose his job, 7. Harper Lee, (Go Set a Watchman was

written before To Kill a Mockingbird), 8. Prince Harry, 9. Kidderminster Harriers, 10. Queen Elizabeths reign, on the day

she became our longest serving monarch, 11. Chelsea F.C.s team doctor Eva Carneiro insisted on treating Eden Hazard,

even though coach, Jose Mourinho, berated her for it, 12. Donald Trump.

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1. Who was the Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer who lost his seat in the General Election?

2. What feature/ features disappeared from a famous daily newspaper in 2015?

3. Which television controversialist modestly claimed, I have 600,000 followers on Twitter. I am the new Jesus!

4. Who lost his job following a row over a cold dinner?

5. What links tennis star Andy Murray, ex-Spice Girl Geri Halliwell and Downton Abbeys Lady Mary Crawley?

6. Why should Stuart Lancaster dislike Wales and Australia so much in 2015?

7. Who published her rst novel in 2015, fty- ve years after publishing her second one?

8. Which royal said, I dont have to wear a crown which is cool.

9. To which mighty opposition did Peterborough United F.C. depart from last seasons F.A. Cup?

10. What did the French newspaper Liberation describe as 23,226 days of boredom and tradition?

11. In what way did a doctors treatment of a Hazard get her into serious trouble?

12. Which charmer came out with the following observation in 2015: If Hillary Clinton cant satisfy her husband, what makes her think she can satisfy America?

A) 2015 : Whats Y our Memory Like?

Answers:

A) 1. Ed Balls, 2. The Suns page 3 girls, 3. Katie Hopkins, 4. Jeremy Clarkson, 5. They were all married in 2015, 6.

Losing to both teams as Englands former rugby coach saw him lose his job, 7. Harper Lee, (Go Set a Watchman was

written before To Kill a Mockingbird), 8. Prince Harry, 9. Kidderminster Harriers, 10. Queen Elizabeths reign, on the day

she became our longest serving monarch, 11. Chelsea F.C.s team doctor Eva Carneiro insisted on treating Eden Hazard,

even though coach, Jose Mourinho, berated her for it, 12. Donald Trump.

B) 1. 66, 2. 930, 3. 660.

PUZZLEThe

Page

B) Train That Brain!Take the rst number and follow the instructions until you reach the answer. Try it rst without pen and paper, and dont even think about a calculator.

Guaranteed to keep brains active and frustration levels high!

1. 15 +8, x2, -11, x4, 30% of it, +9, 1/3 of it, +16, x2 = ?2. 106 +88, x3, +1/2 of it, -75, 50% of it, +59, +1/2 of it, +88, +1/5 of it = ?3. 55 x7, +81, 50% of it, -74, +1/3 of it, +41, x3, +66, 4/5 of it = ?

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Unfortunately, over the years March has lost several old buildings, including a cottage dated 1658 in Church Street, which was pulled down to extend a nearby yard, and also the White Lion, built circa 1750, in White Lion Lane (St Peters Road). Bridge Street, which is now the unusually wide Broad Street, had several old buildings overlooking Bridge Green, to the north of the bridge, and two lanes led to Robingoodfellows Lane where many Roman coins were unearthed long ago. This lane gave access to Norwoodside, and cattle were brought along it to the riverside, this at a time when the water would have been higher than it is now. As the surrounding fens were drained, the river was

deepened, and March became a minor port with eight barges. Able man from Marchs five ancient wards were obliged to dam and deepen the river.

Over time, the busy Broad Street and part of High Street became the commercial centre of the town. Some of its shops have modern frontages but retain the original structure. A particularly conspicuous building was that of the Mechanics Institute (illustrated) with its unusual stepped gable. It was demolished to make way for a bank. The Institute comprised a library and exhibition and lecture rooms and there were three charges for admission to all of them. The idea behind the premises

was to educate the working class of March, hence Mechanic.

Broad Street had varying roof levels, and cattle were auctioned regularly in its ample space. Most of Marchs oldest buildings are along West End and Nene Parade and some date back to the seventeenth century. The writer has details of a cottage at West End complete with every detail of materials used in its construction in the 1600s, right down to the making of a brick tunnel used to discourage waste to the river. The builder and his labourer are named and the total cost of the cottage amounted to less than 13. Nowadays, it would probably realise well over 200,000.



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| Event diary: February 2016 5th King Of Pop: The Legend Continues at the Cresset. Navi brilliantly recreates all the magical classics from the Jackson 5 to mega-hits such as Thriller, Billie Jean and Smooth Criminal. Cost 20, visit www.cresset.co.uk for more information

6th The Friends of March Library are celebrating National Library Day by organising a Treasure Hunt around March. A library book will be displayed in 20

separate shop windows, all you have to do is identify the title of the book in each shop. To join in the fun pick up an entry form and details from March Library. Entry is free! A prize will be awarded to the winner

6th and 7th An opportunity to enjoy the early season with a stroll around the garden at Peckover House. 12noon 4pm. Free conservation talk in the House at 2pm; booking for

the talk advisable due to limited spaces. Normal garden admission prices apply. Call 01945 583463 for more information

6th Willow workshop with Jane Frost at Welney Wetland Centre. Learn a new skill or develop your hobby further and achieve a selection of sample pieces showing a

variety of techniques and some experimental pieces, combining weaving, wrapping and braiding. Suitable for all abilities. Students with previous experience will be able to make larger and more complex pieces. Booking essential by deposit of 25 or full payment in advance. 10am 4pm with a break for lunch. Cost 45 plus 10 for basic materials. If you have any questions please email [email protected] or phone 01353 861944 or 07967 088 348

9th Friends of Welney talk at Welney Wetland Centre Fauna of Blakeney Point. Ajay Tegala talks about the wildlife of Blakeney Point, its history and how the National Trust

works to care for the site. Doors open at 7pm, talk starts at 7.30pm. Cost 3 (2 Friends of Welney members). All welcome

13th 60s, 70s and 80s disco at March Conservative Club, Creek Road. 2 on the door.

13th and 14th An opportunity to enjoy the early season with a stroll around the garden at Peckover House. 12noon 4pm. Free conservation talk in the House

at 2pm; booking for the talk advisable due to limited spaces. Normal garden admission prices apply. Call 01945 583463 for more information

13th 21st Puddle Jumping Championships. Welney Wetland Centre is hosting the East Anglian Puddle Jumping Championships, open every day during half-term 10am

until 5pm the event is free to members or included within admission cost. Fun for all ages, wrap up warm, grab your wellies and jump into puddles for a chance to win prizes!

13th 21st Half Term Trail at Ferry Meadows between 10am and 2.30pm. Collect a trail sheet from the Visitor Centre then hunt for clues as you walk around Ferry

Meadows. Suitable for all ages, cost 50p. Dont forget to return to the Visitor Centre and collect your prize!

14th Come along to Ferry Meadows where the rangers will help you make a kite, then go fly it on the meadows! Sessions start at 10.30am and 1.30pm lasting an hour and a

half. Meeting point will be confirmed at the time of booking and booking on 01733 234193 is essential. There is no charge for this activity but there is a suggested donation of 2

15th Meet Princess Leia and a Strormtrooper at Pigeons Farm between 1.30pm and 3.30pm. Theres even a prize for the best Star Wars themed fancy dress costume!


16th Bird of Prey Encounter. CJs Birds of Prey will be joining us at Ferry Meadows to tell you about these fascinating birds and giving you a chance to meet the birds up close. Sessions start at 11am and 12.15pm, suitable for adults and children aged 8 years and over. Booking essential on 01733 234193, cost 3 per person

17th Wild Wednesday at Ferry Meadows. Children and adults are welcome to come and join in some seasonal and wild crafts from 10am 2pm. Meet at the Discovery Den, all

ages welcome, no need to book. There is no charge but a suggested donation of 2

18th The Spectacular 60s returns to the Cresset with one of the most impressive 60s line ups yet, and promises to be THE 60s show not to be missed. Tickets 23.50. For more information or to book visit www.cresset.co.uk

19th Forest crafts for kids at Ferry Meadows. Learn how to use some simple tools to make forest crafts to take home and keep. Sessions start at 10.30am and 1.30pm,

suitable for children aged 7 years and over, booking essential on 01733 234193. Cost 5

20th Charity casino night at March Conservative Club, Creek Road. 7.30pm start, 5 on the door which includes all players chips for the evening. All money raised will go to

Mark Crosss cancer charity 20th and 23rd An opportunity to enjoy the early season with a stroll around the garden at Peckover House. 12noon 4pm. Free conservation talk in the House at 2pm; booking for the talk advisable due to limited spaces. Normal garden admission prices apply. Call 01945 583463 for more information

22nd Guided walk with a Ranger at Ferry Meadows. Join Ian Lowe for a walk around Ferry Meadows, looking at features of interest and answering any questions

you may have. From 1.30pm until 4pm, suitable for ages 8 and over. No charge but a suggested donation of 2

23rd Wimblington Film Club are showing My Old Lady at Wimblington Parish Hall, doors open at 1.30pm and film commences at 2pm. 2.50 on the door.

Visit www.wimblingtonfilmclub.org.uk or call Pat on 01354 740654

25th Table Top Tack Sale at Pigeons Farm 7pm - 9pm. 5 per table. Call 01733 271020 for more information

26th Comedy Club at the Cresset. Peterboroughs longest running Comedy Club returns for 2016 with a great new lineup. Advance tickets 13, visit www.cresset.co.uk to book

27th Opera Dudes Classical Cabaret at March Library. Doors open at 6.40pm, show starts at 7pm. Tickets 5, bar available

27th 29th A Georgian Town in the Fens. See the Wisbech of 1795 in miniature! Accompanied by an overview of how the town would have been to live in during the late Georgian age, the model village of 1790s Wisbech takes centre stage. Its all there, from the grandest houses to the smallest privies. Held at Peckover House 12noon 4pm, booking not essential and normal admission prices apply. For more information please call 01945 583463


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Folk Night | 2nd February A relaxed circle is formed with traditional songs and tunes played from the past. We play with a wide array of instruments which include the acoustic guitar, base box and spoons. Come along and join us keep folk songs alive!

Denson | 5th February A band made up of local artists this night at Georges will certainly be one for March to remember. Tom Harlock is playing lead guitar, Tom Henderson on bass guitar. Martin Ringham is on the drums with Martin Savage on rhythm guitar. Mark Denson is of course on vocals with Katie Terry guest featuring on female vocals. This group love entertaining and perform with a real passion for live music.


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| March Museum By Peter Wright (on behalf of March & District Museum)

The newly formed LNER adopted an apple green paint scheme for its locomotives but from 1928 cost factors caused black paint to be applied to all but the principal passenger engines and, in war time, even these engines became sombre black.

As the clouds of war receded in late 1944, the green livery reappeared. It was applied to a small locomotive required to haul special trains for the companys top officials.DerekBiggsrememberedhelpingtocleanthisengine when it visited March.

Alec Goodge remembered bringing a brand new apple green locomotive named Steady Aim to March during its trial running in 1946.

Duringthelate1940s,therailwaywasbeingsuppliedwith over three hundred new green locomotives of the B1class.ManyofthesewereputtoworkinEastAnglia.Certainly E1300 would have been seen at March, as it was the only new one based here for its work.

Other older engines were painted apple green when they had major overhauls. Two of the Claud Hamilton class were selected for this paintwork for special duties hauling the Royal Train. When not required for royal duties they were used for ordinary trains and, as they were both based at Kings Lynn, they could certainly be used to March.

Some of the Sandringham class engines were also given this treatment, some of which were based at March. Repairs to the K2 class engines was the responsibility of Cowlairs workshops in Glasgow. Many Scottish based examples of this type were repainted green, but only two English ones including 1734, based at March.

AftertheformationofBritishRailways,thenewmanagement had isolated engines painted in prospective new colour schemes. One of the Guinea pigswasMarch-based61661SheffieldWednesdaywhich was painted pale green. After successive displays at Marylebone and Kings Cross, it returned to March for its normal duties.

How splendid these colourful locomotives must have looked among the many black and often dirty engines at the local engine shed!

BritishRailwaysadoptedadarkershadeofgreenforitsmore prominent passenger locomotives and these could be seen at March until the end of steam. It was also applied to more modern diesel locomotives occasionally seen locally.

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There are two basic types of pension: DefinedBenefit(sometimescalledFinalSalary),andDefinedContributions(MoneyPurchase). The former are usually less risky and more generous; this month, I am considering the more common type (Money Purchase) where you accumulate as much as possible, then decide what to do with it when retirement beckons.

Contributing to a pension during a working career makes good sense because of the tax advantages even better if an employer contributes also and, if the investment fund is well selected, the eventual fund available for later life may provide several options.

Under current legislation, an individual is no longer forced along the annuity route where your pot of money buys a pension for the rest of your life (sometimes with the option of a spouses benefit).Therearesituationswherethiscouldbethe best option, but many people like to consider other options.

25% of the fund can be taken tax-free in most circumstances. The remaining fund may also be taken, or a combination of income and a lump sum. If a large taxable lump sum is taken, the tax implications can be eye wateringly expensive. A better plan might be to take what you actually need rather than what you would like this can utilisetaxthresholdsmuchmoreefficientlyandmay be spread over a number of tax years.

The problem is that some providers of pensions donotallowtheflexibilityrequiredtoplanproperly so the plan (or plans) need to be moved to an arrangement that can deliver your requirements. There is also a consideration regardingdeathbenefits.Ihaveseenplansthatonly refund the employees own contributions rather than the total fund value to a surviving spouse a better arrangement would return the entire fund, tax-free.

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The month starts with Dads Army, a remake of the much-loved TV series. It feels very close to the original show, with some great names in the cast list Catherine Zeta-Jones, Bill Nighy, Michael Gambon, Sarah Lancashire, to name just a few!

If you have older children, take them to see Goosebumps. This movie, starring Jack Black, harks back to the series of childrens monster books that were all the rage in the 90s. It is released on February 5th.

The next family release is Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip on February 12th. The three brothers come to the conclusion that Dave is going to propose to his new girlfriend in Miami and theyll be dumped in the process, in addition to gaining a horrible stepbrother. So they set off on a road trip to stop the proposal.

Marvel fans will be counting down the days to February 10th, when Deadpool is released. Ryan Reynolds is Wade Wilson, a former Special Forces operative turned mercenary. A rogue experiment leaves him with special powers, so he adopts alter-ego Deadpool, Marvels most unconventional anti-hero.

There is comedy in the form of How To Be Single, starring Rebel Wilson and Fifty Shades Dakota Johnson, and Grimsby, starring married couple Sacha Baron Cohen and Isla Fisher. And we mustnt forget our favourite male models, Derek and Hansel who are back on the catwalk in Zoolander 2.

Looking towards the end of the month, prepare to be scared with The Boy and The Forest. The Walking Deads Lauren Cohen stars as an American nanny in The Boy, who is employed to take care of a life-sized doll. But, after she fails to follow the rules, she starts to believe that the doll is really alive. Another familiar face stars in The Forest Natalie Dormer from Game of Thrones. She plays a woman who goes to JapansnotoriousSuicideForesttofindhermissing twin sister.

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