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Dear Neighbours,

Welcome to your December issue of Moseley Directory.

Here’s wishing everyone a merry Moseley Christmas! This year there is a Moseley Christmas Crawl with great prizes. We have a new restaurant in our midst that is well worth a try and Moseley is now ringing to a different tune with the installation of new bells in St Mary’s Church. And if you fancy staying in you can curl up with a recently published novel set in Moseley and Kings Heath.

Hope you all have a good one and see you in 2013!

Amy0121 689 0432 [email protected]

Advertise in this magazine for as little as £18Also advertise in sister magazines My Kings Heath and Edgbaston Directory. Full advertising rates are published on our website.

In this issueGet pre-loved up this Christmas 5 How to buy labels for less

Interview with a bear 10 Moseley Directory talks to Togademus the toy shop bear

Riverford Organics’ recipe 12 of the month

Priya restaurant review 16

Moseley in Bloom 21 local awards night

Moseley rings to a new tune 24

Park Life 27 A novel set in Moseley and Kings Heath

Have a Merry Moseley Christmas 30

Dignity in Dementia 34 A glimpse behind the doors of Sunrise Senior Living

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Get pre-loved up!The new way to buy labels for lessPre-loved - that’s fashion speak for pre-owned - designer clothes are coming out of high-end closets, ready for you to snap up for a snip at Encore in Moseley village.

With the party season fast approaching and weather getting cooler what better time than now to go bargain hunting.

Paul Smith, Prada, Boss, Georgio Armani, Chloe, Jaeger, Marc Jacobs and Burberry are just some of the designer labels available, but you’ll also find high street labels. Prices start from as little as £15.00 for a Karen Millen dress.

I really get my kicks out of finding a good bargain and can be found browsing the rails there at least twice a month to see what’s new.

And if like me you are watching those pennies then why not dig out the quality designer and high street items from your own wardrobe that you are really never going to wear again, and turn them into cash. Make sure they are clean, in season and in perfect condition and take them along to Encore.

Encore will review the items, price them and sell them in the shop. Then you get 50% of the sale price. For you, it’s an opportunity to clear out the wardrobe and make some money - at the same time as picking up something gorgeous for yourself.

Encore is on Alcester Rd close to the main crossroads in Moseley.

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What's on A snapshot of what’s on around Moseley in December

To list your event in or near Moseley FREE contact Amy on 689 0432

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Christmas EventsTraditional Family Christmas LunchPerfect for a relaxing family and friends get together in the lead up to Christmas. Santa will be there with gifts for the children.On: 16 December, 12-2pmAt: Highbury Hall, 4 Yew Tree Road, MoseleyFor info: 0121 303 2050

Christmas Dinner and Carol SingingA relaxing dinner at one of Moseley’s most historic venues, dressed for Christmas. There will be Christmas carols to get you in the festive spirit.On: 18 December at 7.00pmAt: Highbury Hall, 4 Yew Tree Road, MoseleyFor info: 0121 303 2050

Christmas at WinterbourneFestive food and carols get you in the Christmas mood. There will be children’s activities and a Father Christmas grotto.On: 8 December, 12-5pmAt: Winterbourne GardensFor info: 414 3003

Barbara Nice Christmas CrackerChristmas is a time for giving and no one loves giving more than local superstar housewife Barbara NiceOn: 7 December, 8.30pmAt: macFor info: 446 3232

Contemporary Craft FairsA range of high quality work from exciting designer makers. With more than 50 exhibitor stands each day, this is an exclusive opportunity to buy and commission the very best in unique crafts direct from the maker.On: 8, 9, 15 & 16 December, 11-5pmAt: macFor info: 446 3232

Christmas PantoDirty Old Folkers are back again for the 5th year with another

Christmas Panto. This time Dick Whittington gets the inappropriate DoF treatment. On: 17 DecemberAt: Kitchen Garden CaféFor tickets: wegottickets.com

ComedyKill for a Seat Comedy ClubThis comedy club is in full swing on the first Friday of every month On: 7 DecAt: macFor info & tickets: 446 3232

Laughing CowsSell-out comedy night with fabulous all-female line up.On: 12 Dec At: Kitchen Garden CaféFor tickets: www.wegottickets.com

Farmers' MarketsMoseley Farmers’ MarketAward winning market selling fresh & wholesome locally produced farm produce & craftsOn: 22 DecemberAt: Village GreenFor info: 449 3156

Kings Heath Farmers’ MarketFresh local produce straight from the farmOn: 1 December & 5 JanuaryAt: Kings Heath Village SquareFor info: www.kingsheath farmersmarket.org

Mac Food MarketFood market featuring different local artisan food producers each monthOn: 23 DecemberAt: mac BirminghamFor info: 446 3232

SportFree Boxing TrainingFor 11-21 year oldsOn: Every Thursday during term time, 6-7pm for 11-14 yrs, 7-8pm for 15-21 yrsAt: Queensbridge SchoolFor info: 07916 305131 [email protected]

Free Street Dance SessionsFor 8-18 year oldsOn: Every Thursday during term time, 5.30-6.30 for 8-12 yrs, 6.30-7.30 for 13-18 yrsAt: Queensbridge SchoolFor info: 07916 305131 / [email protected]

StorytellingStorytelling for all the familyTales for ChristmasOn: 15 December, 11.00am – 12.00 noonAt: Kings Heath Library


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Where to eat A guide to the best places to eat in and around Moseley

Blue GingerSingapore & Malaysian32 Poplar RoadKings HeathBirmingham, B14 7ADTel: 0121 444 0999

Bombay Rickshaw CoIndian Takeaway13-15 York RoadKings HeathBirmingham, B14 7SATel: 0121 443 1114

Carib GrillCaribbean2 St Mary’s RowMoseleyBirmingham, B13 8JGTel: 0121 449 8818

Jade RestaurantCantonese BYO & takeaway88 St Mary’s RowMoseleyBirmingham, B13 9EFTel: 0121 449 7686

K2Kashmiri107 Alcester RoadMoseleyBirmingham, B13 8DDTel: 0121 449 5556

KababishBalti29 Woodbridge RoadMoseleyBirmingham, B13 8EHTel: 0121 449 5556

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Small plates (Tapas/mezze with British influences)17 York Road, Kings Heath, B14 7SATel: 0121 443 4725

Maison MayciFrench Patisserie148 Alcester RoadMoseleyBirmingham, B13 8HSTel: 0121 449 4413

Manic OrganicOrganic vegetarian café46 Poplar RoadKings HeathBirmingham, B14 7AGTel: 0121 441 3802

PangaeaIndian27-29 Poplar RoadKings HeathBirmingham, B14 7AATel: 0121 441 2222

PiquantIndian18 St Mary’s RowMoseleyBirmingham, B13 8JGTel: 0121 249 1216

Sabai SabaiThai25 Woodbridge RoadMoseleyBirmingham, B13 8EHTel: 0121 449 4498

Spice MerchantKashmiri36 Poplar RoadKings HeathBirmingham, B14 7ADTel: 0121 444 1414

Sweet Chillies Contemp Bangali/Indian836 Yardley Wood RdBirmingham, B13 0JETel: 0121 443 1086 or 0121 443 2737

Sylhet Spice CuisineBangladeshi27-29 York RoadKings HeathBirmingham, B14 7SATel: 0121 444 6644

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Interview with a bearIf you thought Togademus was just a lovely toy shop on Poplar Road in Kings Heath, then think again. It is also home to an extraordinary bear whose name just happens to be Togademus too. What a co-incidence!

Togademus the bear is occasionally seen in the shop and whenever he’s there he insists on giving every customer 10% off. If you follow him on Twitter you’ll always know when he’ll be there, or keep a close eye on the shop window where he loves to sit.

We sent along our lead reporter to find out more.

Christmas is a very busy time for a toy shop how do you think you will cope? Oh, the shop is most fun when it’s full of people so we don’t mind at all. It is lovely to see happy children playing with the toys.

What kind of toys do you have on your shelves this year? Proper toys! The kind for children to live with, play with, learn from and enjoy, especially lots of traditional and wooden toys.

The shop looks quite up-market from outside – is it expensive? Not at all. Some of the toys are only £1 and most of the toys that people buy are between £5 and £10. But we do have some really special toys too that cost a bit more.

So, Togademus, is it your shop then? I couldn’t really say that, my family do most of the work.

I see. And can people find out about the shop before arriving? Well there’s the website. It’s www.togademus.co.uk and I know they are always putting photos on there so people can see new toys when they arrive. And it’s got opening times and directions as well.

Cool. So, finally, what are you hoping for this Christmas? Oh I’m easy to please – I just like to see happy faces.

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Riverford Organic's recipe of the monthWok-fried Brussels Sprouts with Ginger (serves 4)By Jane Baxter, Riverford Field Kitchen Taken from the Riverford Farm Cook Book

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• 3 tbsp sunflower oil• 2 shallots or 1 onion, finely chopped• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped• 1 chilli, finely chopped• 600g Brussels sprouts, finely shredded• 4cm piece of fresh ginger,

cut into very fine strips• 4cm piece of crystallised stem ginger,

cut into very fine strips• sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

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Heat the oil in a wok, add the shallots or onion, plus the garlic and chilli, and fry quickly for about 2 minutes, without browning. Add the shredded sprouts and the fresh and crystallised ginger. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Add 3 tablespoons of water, cover and steam for 3 minutes. Season to taste and serve.


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Priya arrives in Moseley

Have you noticed the new restaurant in Moseley? Well we did and we couldn’t wait for the opportunity to go and sample their culinary delights.

Priya, which opened on St Mary’s Row in August, has been tastefully refurbished to combine contemporary style with a traditional twist.

We went along to check them out on a chilly evening in October and were met with a most warm welcome from the attentive and friendly staff and we had a thoroughly enjoyable evening.

I got there first and sat in the comfortable reception area with some Bombay mix to nibble on while I waited for my other half. It was very calming sitting by the stunning water feature that is set in the wall between the reception area and the restaurant itself.

Then we went through and sat by the window with a good view of the whole restaurant which stretches right through to the back which has access from the pay and display car park. As you walk through Priya there are different areas which are decorated uniquely giving it a fresh feel and creating natural rooms within rooms. To the rear they are able to accommodate larger parties without separating them completely.

The menu has a good range of Indian and Bangladeshi inspired dishes with a number of specials developed by the restaurant owner Paul Mazumder and his chef that you will not find

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on any other menu. Priya also have a gorgeous children’s menu which is the perfect way to help introduce your little ones to Indian food.

Priya is licensed which I always find refreshing - and we had a nice dry white wine (me) and pint of Cobra (him) to accompany our food.

After lovely crisp popadoms with home-made relishes we shared our starters of Sag Paneer (from the side dish section) and Tandoori Chicken which arrived sizzling on a hot platter. They were beautifully presented and tasted fantastic too.

For main course we had Priya’s Tawa Chicken – served in a sizzler cooked with onion, garlic, ginger and garam massalla, and the Lamb Rogan Josh, a medium spicy dish with onions and tomatoes, and pilau rice and plain nan on the side. The meal was really tasty,

we thoroughly enjoyed every mouthful and will definitely be going back again.

Priya is open Monday to Sunday from 5.30pm to 11.30pm. They also have a takeaway menu and cater for larger groups of up to 25 people.

To book a table

call 0121 448 8581 and if you mention Moseley Directory when booking they will give you a 20% discount off your food bill.


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Moseley in Bloom Awards NightMoseley in Bloom Awards night took place on 6 November at the Cross.

This glittering event celebrates Moseley in Bloom’s achievements over the past year and thanks and rewards local individuals, businesses and organisations.

In the Heart of England in Bloom, Moseley again won Gold, and, for the sixth time, was Best in the Urban Communities category.

After the RHS judges have visited Moseley, the in-Bloom team makes its own awards to those who have contributed to make Moseley cleaner and greener.

Coveted trophies designed by Samantha McKewan, a local artist, were presented to the winners.

Star Shop Winner: Encore Dress Agency Runner up Pottery and Pieces Rosiest Restaurant Winner: La Plancha Most Floral Faith Group Winner: St Columba’s Runner-up: St Mary’s Most Blooming Boozer Winner: The Fighting Cocks

Most Inspired Institution Winner: Moseley Police Station Now looks well establishedEvergreen Elders Winner: Sorrento Court Runner-up: Lench’s Close Most Blossoming Business Winner: Joe O’Brien Again making a very commendable effortThe Most Cultivating Kids Winner: Moseley Montessori Nursery. For their lovely allotment and outdoor classroomThe Most Flourishing Front Garden Winner: 7 Cambridge Road There were three close runners up, highly commended by the judges: 45 School Road, 56 Salisbury Road, 7 Laburnum Grove The Moseley in Bloom Special Award was made to Laburnum Grove Residents’ Action Group In addition, certificates of appreciation were given to Spencer Smith and Anthony Walker, who have been fantastic street cleaners in Moseley for the past few years. Sadly, their jobs have been reorganised and they have both been moved to other duties. Moseley will miss them.


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Moseley rings to a new tune this ChristmasSt Mary’s Church in the heart of Moseley has a new voice with the installation of ten new bells in October.

The old steel bells were nominated as worst ring in Britain on a recent Radio 4 Broadcast. After three years of campaigning and fundraising following a launch in July 2009, Moseley now rings to a different tune thanks to the £140,000 raised by the church and the local community.

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A very Moseley Christmas

Festivities in Moseley are off to a flying start with the Christmas lights up and the smell of good cheer in the air, so now is the time to show your support for your local village and take part in the Moseley Christmas Crawl.

For a chance to win one of many fabulous prizes donated by Moseley businesses you can do the Moseley Christmas Crawl up until 21 December. To do the Crawl all you need to do is pick up a leaflet from one a participating business.

The crawl involves visiting the businesses taking part and having your leaflet stamped (no purchase is necessary). When you have visited all the participating businesses you will be entered into the free prize draw.

Moseley businesses taking part in the crawl include Pottery and Pieces, Nima Delicatessen, Ruby

Ru, Lewis’s Delicatessen, Tapered Edge, Zen and Weird n Wonderful Pets, so you might find the odd Christmas present in your travels.

Christmas is a time where we all dig deep in our pockets to delight our loved ones – but you can do much more than that with your Christmas pound – you can support some of the businesses on your doorstep that help make Moseley the place we love.

And mooching around Moseley is no hardship, there are plenty of cafes, restaurants and pubs along the way to keep you fed and watered.

So make this year a Merry Moseley Christmas!


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Christadelphians are a Bible-based community who try to follow the teachings of the Lord Jesus as given to the original first century believers. We encourage others to look forward to the return of the Lord Jesus and the coming Kingdom of God.

Bible Hour

‘We would like to invite you to our Bible-based talks, given weekly at our meeting room, God willing.

We are in the process of putting together a programme of various Bible themes and also looking at the times of our meetings. Until we are able to publish this information in advance, we advise that you look at our notice-board (near the corner of Springfield Road and College Road) for full details.

Our meetings are quiet and reverent, and there is the opportunity for discussion, over a cup of tea or coffee, after the talk is over.’


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Dignity in dementia

Behind the beautiful and slightly grand façade of Sunrise Senior Living in Edgbaston you might simply assume there lays an efficient, high quality care home.

You would be right to think high quality and efficient, but in reality this care home is much more. It has been designed to be as homely and comforting as possible. And the “Reminiscence” neighbourhood, which is where the residents with dementia live, is a home from home even down to the friendly dog Zack along with a budgie and tropical fish.

As you walk around the spacious communal areas there are four life skills centres that are designed to remind people of the happy times that they often go back to when living with dementia. So there is a 1930’s office with antique furniture and typewriter, a nursery corner with a cot and a number of baby dolls & clothing,

there is a work station with tools and a dressing table with make-up, perfume, scarves and jewellery, ties and cufflinks.

There is also a “Snoezelen” Room- an innovative area with lights, sounds and objects that have proven to create a calm and pleasant retreat from the busier activity areas.

The residents each have their own private en suite room with their memory box outside but much of the space is communal and there is always 30s and 40s music playing in the background. For some fresh air they can enjoy the beautiful terrace which overlooks a little bit of inner city countryside. There is also a

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herb garden and flowers to attend to for those residents with green fingers.

Every Friday afternoon there is a social get-together for the whole community with a musician, singer or group. Residents and staff enjoy these together and people can sing along, dance, or just soak up the fun with a cup of tea and a piece of home made cake.

Residents are encouraged to help out in the family kitchen area, as many, particularly the ladies, slip back to a time when they spent many an hour preparing meals for their families. So peeling potatoes, laying tables and washing up bring a sense of calm purpose to their day.

The specially trained carers form rich relationships with residents and their families by getting to know them in every detail- from what time they like to wake up to favourite meals and activities. The neighbourhood is small and cosy which leads to a feeling of warm homeliness.

If you have a parent, family member or neighbour who is diagnosed with dementia you are immediately faced with a number of very difficult choices. And you may be under the impression that a place like Sunrise is out of your reach financially. But in fact it is surprisingly affordable… just ask.

Sunrise also provide Residential & Nursing care in their Assisted Living neighbourhood, and in a recent Quality Assurance Framework Audit they scored 99.5%.

Sunrise of Edgbaston

For more information call 0121 314 9471Sunrise of Edgbaston, 5 Church Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 3SH

www.sunrise-care.co.uk

The Home of High Quality CareWhen it comes to senior care, Sunrise continues to set the standard. Our expertly trained staff and the high quality personalised care we offer are changing the way people think about senior living.

Whether it’s assisted living, nursing care, or our groundbreaking Reminiscence neighbourhood bringing comfort to those living with dementia, everything we do is born from a commitment to providing only the very best care to seniors.

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If you would like to know more you are welcome to visit and have a look around. For details contact Hedda Bourne or Richard Guy on 0121 455 1100.

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Bike shop and repairsBike Pro Racing 23

BuildersJMS Roofing & Building 32Michael Laffoley 37Zircon 19

Care HomeSunrise Senior Living 34

Car HireK2 Cars 18

Carpentry/JoineryJohn Kelly 26

Carpets and FlooringBirmingham Carpet & Flooring Gallery 27

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Chimney SweepAble Chimney Sweep 25

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Christadelphian WorshipHall Green Christadelphians 31

Cleaning ServicesMopheads 22

Clothing BoutiqueEncore 5

ConservatoriesHarborne Sash Windows 40Traditional Conservatories 33

DenturesThe Denture Centre 7

Doll CompanyThe Dolls House 7

ElectricianRobert Rampton 25

Exercise ClassRosemary Conley 14

Gardening ServicesEvans Landscapes 22Sandilands 19

Gas ShowroomMD Services 2

Graphic DesignTickle Me Creative 36

Interior DecoratingKnights 24

Ironing ServiceMopheads 25

IT SupportNick Can Fix It 22

LocksmithAccess Locks 14Locking Locksmith 18

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RestaurantsNathaniels 9Priya 16Restaurant Guide 8Sweet Chillies 9

RoofingJMS Roofing & Building 32Knights 24Michael Laffoley 37

SchoolsEdgbaston High SchoolFor Girls 20

Solar Energy JMS Solar 18

SolicitorsTyndallwoods Solicitor 31

Stained GlassFine Art Glazing 24

Takaway FoodVeggielicious 3

TilerCullen Plumbing & Tiling 29

Toy ShopTogademus 11

Tutor listing page 32

Windows & doorsHarborne Sash Windows 40

Wood & Laminate FlooringBirmingham Carpet &Flooring Gallery 27

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