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3AM - A new piece of theatre by Curve’s Young Company Abigail Richardson enjoys ‘3AM’ at Curve Theatre, Leicester. The first show by Curve Young Company in the studio

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AM’ had been devised by a group of 27 young people, between the ages of 12 and 26, under the guidance of the professional creative team at Curve. Set on a city street in the early hours, 3am is a journey through paradise, hell and the places in between. The show was inspired by the physical energy and boldness of graphic novels, providing a rich mix of individual stories that are entwined together in an urban landscape.

Staged by Curve Young Technicians and promoted by Curve Young Marketing forum, it was a remarkable accomplishment. I was particularly intrigued as two of my students were involved, one actor and an ASM (assistant stage manager). As a drama teacher I am used to the despair lodged in the minds of young people and was quite prepared for the swearing, drugs and violence- is that really all teenagers think about?

The play was a little over an hour and the script was interesting but I felt there was room for some ideas to be further developed. Performance wise there was a remarkable display of talent; all of the cast were energetic and believable. The choreography was superb – very stylised but executed with complete conviction. No self-consciousness here at all, which one would expect from such a young cast. And the technicians certainly had their work cut out with, was it, 15 gun shots, flying in pianos and a very dimly lit set?

Bravo! I look forward to the next instalment.

• For more information about Curve Young Company logon to http://www.curveonline.co.uk/

Don’t forget to look out for our own youngsters, The Hand Stitched Theatre Company in ‘Romeo and Juliet’, if you’re heading to Edinburgh Fringe this August.

Find them at Venue 45, Old St Paul’s Church Hall, Jeffrey Street on the 26th and 27th August at 10.45 am. Break a leg!

A Growing Success Two members of Empingham Garden Club, Steve St ClairThompson and Monty Tyler, answered the plea from the village school to provide help and advice with their garden.

Amanda Boud went to see how they were getting on Empingham Church of England School wanted to create a garden which would enable children to have a go at growing their own fruits and vegetables. In small groups the children are able to work outside for an hour a week, learning about growing plants from seeds, planting out seedlings and harvesting the crops they have nurtured. Simultaneously, they are learning about science, nature, the environment and working as a team.

The garden area is divided into two raised beds for growing fruits and vegetables, a very young orchard with an apple, pear and plum tree. There are also areas to encourage wildlife with plants to encourage butterflies and bees and a pond area.

When I visited the school the pupils were enthusiastically harvesting strawberries, peas and potatoes. All the plant waste is placed in compost bins to encourage recycling. The school is keen on recycling and are busy collecting plastic bottles to create a greenhouse, a welcome addition to any garden.

I asked the children what they liked best about gardening; they liked learning about how plants grow, finding insects, picking the produce and best of all taking it home and eating it!

The school garden club has brought the school and Empingham Garden Club together, encouraging younger members of the community to grow their own. The club would also like to encourage children and adults to take part in the Annual show held on Sunday 28th August.

Schedules for Empingham Garden Club Annual show can be collected from “Barbara’s Stores” in the village.

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Stapleford Park on winning form Stapleford Park has been declared best hotel in the nationwide Gourmet Britain 2011 awards recently.

Said Simon Scrutton, managing director of Gourmet Britain, “Stapleford continues to offer a unique combination of individually-designed luxurious bedrooms, plus top-class service and good food, plus their range of activities – from golf through archery to a school of falconry – makes Stapleford a unique establishment.”

The hotel was also voted one of the Top 50 Wedding Locations in the UK by a panel of five independent judges in an article recently published in The Independent.

Stapleford Park can cater for Weddings of all sizes, from a discreet and intimate blessing in the Morning Room to a larger blessing in the estate’s church for up to 160 guests.

• For more information contact Sarah Smith on Tel: 01572 787000, or visit http://www.staplefordpark. com/weddings

The Cleaning Company is the latest addition to Rutland and Stamford’s domestic and commercial cleaning market. The company is headed by its director and founder Emma O’Driscoll who is certified by the British Institute of Cleaning Science (BICSc). Emma said, “We are delighted to be bringing our new and innovative cleaning service to the region. Feedback from clients has been exceptional which makes us very proud of our brand which we hope will elevate the perception of the cleaning industry.”

The Cleaning Company say their biggest differentiator is the company’s commitment to delivering the highest cleaning standards in the region by ensuring all staff are trained to BICSc standards. Emma said, “One of our core values is our customer service and commitment to 100% customer satisfaction and we ensure this through a fully trained and hardworking team who strive to deliver a bespoke service to each of our customers”.

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Spotlight on Australia Independently owned and managed Oundle Travel are ‘Ozzie Specialists’ for 2011 as designated by the Australian Tourist Board and are true experts in tailor made travel to both Australia and New Zealand.

Australia is a land of contrasts from the cosmopolitan cities of Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane to lush tropical rainforests, vast deserts, wild outback, rolling countryside and picturesque vineyards. Miles of coastline are dotted with stunning beaches, coral reefs and idyllic island escapes. Uncover Aboriginal Australia at Uluru, snorkel the Great Barrier Reef or admire the endless horizons and rugged bush scenery of the outback. See dolphins and whales, national parks, and the Twelve Apostles on the Great Ocean Road, or journey into the interior to discover the Red Centre. Australia is a paradise for nature and wildlife enthusiasts, beach lovers, food and wine connoisseurs.

Many travellers enjoy the independence afforded by hiring a car or motor home and this can be easily arranged through carefully planned self-drive itineraries ensuring you get to see all the highlights of this remarkable country without spending too much time driving. A popular self drive trip is The Great Ocean Road - a 10 day trip incorporating the spectacular Ocean road en route to Adelaide.

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A stunning stopover instead of the Far East is the South Pacific, the small island nations of Fiji, Cook Islands and Polynesia offer unique and special experiences, combine a stay in one of these islands and you will definitely have a trip

to remember! The Westin Denaru Island, Fiji is a pristine beachfront property from £90.00 per person per night.

If you would like expert help and advice on planning your trip ‘Down Under’ why not make an appointment to discuss your proposed trip in relaxed surroundings?

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Best Days of Our Lives Whether your little ones are taking their first tentative steps through the nursery door, starting primary school or making the move into secondary education and beyond, Amander Meade delves deep into her schoolbag and finds great advice for students of all ages Primary Purchases…

Modern school uniforms are designed with maintenance in mind - stain prevention trousers, non-iron shirts and permanent pleat skirts, all made to hold up to the toughest playground action. Sally-Anne at Kids and More in Oakham supplies competitively priced Trutex, Zeco and Pex uniform and sportswear for schools countywide. “Items with school emblems and logos embroidered are always popular.”

Keep packed lunches and snacks fresh with the colourful range of drinks containers and lunchboxes at Fords of Oakham. “It’s a good idea to buy a couple of smaller food keepers to use inside the main container to ensure that fruit or softer items are not bashed about and bruised.”

Best advice: “Don’t overbuy in the first term, top up your child’s school wardrobe as the seasons change. They don’t need all the uniform all at once.”

Best Foot Forward…

All the fitters at John Lewis are professionally trained by either Clarks or Startrite and can advise you on the best style and brand for your child. Don’t forget that most primary schools also require a pair of indoor shoes, usually plimsolls, sports shoes or trainers and wellies for outdoor curriculum activities.

Best advice: “School holidays are busiest for fittings so squeeze in a visit early in the day or make the most of late-night shopping to dodge the queues.

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Make your mark on track or field wearing the best quality sportswear from the region’s

independent specialists. Uppingham Sports and Books supply equipment, footwear and clothing for all the sporting activities undertaken by schools in the county. Manager, David is happy to order anything unusual and goods are in store usually within two days. “The same free ordering service applies to our stationery and books which when ordered by 1pm are available the following day.” Rutland Sports in Oakham has recently changed hands and new owner, Headley Stroud looks forward to updating the store’s ranges of sportswear, accessories and equipment. “It’s an exciting time for us – customers can expect a fresh look and some new ranges as the autumn draws on with the same high level of customer service as always.”

Best advice: “Buy the best sports kit you can afford – it will last much longer saving you money in the long term.”

Stylish Stationery…

By the time they begin secondary school, most students like to have their own collection of stationery. Essential are reliable pens, sturdy folders, several wallets for homework plus a couple of different sized notebooks. Colemans in Stamford and Oakham have a huge range in store plus more on the website and their

service is legendary. Karen Holmes in the Oakham branch loves their new recycled, leather bound notebooks in fabulous ‘ice cream’ colours and reminds us that Colemans also sell academic diaries for those embarking on further education and that a discount is offered to all students.

Best Advice: “Book Tokens or vouchers to buy some nice stationery are a great ‘Good luck at your new school’ gift.”

Art and Music…

The Sketchbook is a specialist art shop in Knights Yard packed with all kinds of craft equipment, specialist paper, paints and modelling supplies for all kinds of hobbies or school projects.

Need advice on music lessons? Music & More owner and founder of Rutland’s Concert Band, Anne Mortimer has made her shop ‘one stop central’ for information, instruments, accessories, printed music, private tuition, instrument repair, gift cards and giftware.

Best advice: “Ask Anne about her ‘rent to buy’ schemes allowing parents to make sure a young musician is committed before purchasing an instrument.”

Directory: Colemans, 46 High Street, Oakham Tel: 01572 770883 www.colemangroup.co.uk Fords of Oakham, 8 Church Street, Tel: 01572 722675 www.fordsofoakham.co.uk John Lewis (Highcross Centre, Leicester and Queensgate Centre, Peterborough) www.johnlewis.com Kids and More, 5 Crown Walk, Oakham Tel: 01572 771 775 www.kidsandmore.co.uk Rutland Sports, 20-22 Catmose Street, Oakham Tel: 01572 722675 Uppingham Sports & Books, 9 High Street East, Uppingham Tel: 01572 822211 Music and More, 3 Grosvenor House, Melton Road, Oakham, LE15 6AX Tel: 01572 756578 www.musicandmore.co.uk RUTLAND & MARKET HARBOROUGH LIVING August 2011

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Some of the best family days out in the region We are very fortunate in this region to have a selection of some of the best historic houses and castles in the UK on our doorstep. All of them have a superb programme of special events ongoing throughout their opening seasons and rely on our patronage to secure their future for generations to come. That said, no duty visits are required – summer or winter our great houses are just that… simply great!

Burghley House, Stamford What’s there? Superb Elizabethan architecture, stunning interiors with fantastic expansive grounds for great picnicking. Must see factor?

The Sculpture Garden and the Garden of Surprises – both wonderful at all times of the year.

What’s on? Fine food markets, Björn Again in concert, classic car events, a game fair, Battle Proms, children’s workshops, international horse trials, flower festival, craft shows and Christmas events. Many events are free with a house and gardens ticket.

What’s new? An exclusive exhibition of European porcelain.

Visiting: The house is closed on Fridays.

Further information and tickets for events at www.burghley.co.uk Tel: 01780 752451 Rockingham Castle What’s there? A remarkable castle packed full of fascinating history, built on the instruction of William the Conqueror and home to generations of the same family for over 450 years. Beautiful formal gardens and lots of open grounds for younger visitors to play in.

What’s on? Jousting, re-enactments, falconry, Rolls Royce rally, open air theatre, steam and family Show, country fair, Victorian Christmas.

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formal ornamental gardens, a statue walk, a lake and fountains. Plant and Garden shop and a miniature railway. Thirty seven acres of grounds ensures ample parking.

What’s on? Varied events programme all season including Snowdrop walks, bulb planting, Easter and Halloween trails, ‘Paint the Garden’, open-air theatre, living history weekends, food fayres, garden tours, Christmas craft market, wildlife explorers’ club (monthly).

What’s new? The redeveloped basement area revealing the lives of the ‘downstairs’ occupants with plenty to interact with for younger visitors.

Visiting: Gardens open from early February, for opening, pricing and more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/belton Tel: 01476 566116 Other ideas include… Grantham House, Tattershall Castle, The Workhouse, Southwell and Woolsthorpe Manor.

food but to enable wines to be cooled and ice creams to be made – a fascinating piece of social history” - says Andrew Norman, Operations Manager.

Visiting: The Castle and grounds are closed to visitors on Saturdays. Further information and tickets for events at www.rockinghamcastle. co.uk Tel: 01536 770240 Grimsthorpe Castle What’s there? A large quadrangular castle with a central courtyard. Each section has a different appearance, reflecting the different architectural styles that have been employed here since building began in the 13th century.

Inside view collections of paintings, furniture, tapestries and objects d’art that fill the state rooms. Thrones and furnishings from the House of Lords are some of the more unusual items on view. Expansive gardens from rose and herb beds, lawns and topiary to a semi-wild woodland garden. Spectacular views to the lake. Tea rooms and adventure playground.

Naturally Beautiful… Family days outdoors for nature lovers Rutland Water Nature Reserve Throughout the year the team offers a lively programme of events for families and younger children. All activities are led by experienced teachers and naturalists and provide children with the chance to learn about wildlife and the natural world in a safe, fun and practical way.

Go together as a family or take advantage of the themed holiday workshop days (£80 for four full days) – essential for all budding naturalists.

For further information please contact the Education Team Tel: 01572 770651 Older children can be challenged to get on their bikes and explore the many cycle routes around the water or take part in taster workshops for sailing, rafting, canoeing, windsurfing or try the climbing wall and high ropes.

Further information Tel: 01780 460060 or www.rutlandcycling.com

What’s on? Balloon flights, cycling trails, family fun days, concerts, antiques and collectors fairs.

What’s new? Helping with the feeding in the red deer compound... They love cream crackers!

Visiting: April & May: Sundays, Thursdays and Bank Holiday Mondays. June – September: Sunday to Thursday inclusive. Further information and tickets for events at www. grimsthorpe.co.uk Tel: 01778 591205

Barnsdale Gardens With thirty eight individual gardens in an eight acre site, it’s no wonder Barnsdale has been described as a ‘theme park for gardeners’. As well as being passionate about their love of plants, the team offers a full programme of family friendly events all year round which are usually free with the usual garden entry fee.

Special events for Mothering Sunday and Father’s Day, Easter egg hunts, nesting day with Philip Rudkin, magnificent moths with expert Vic Arnold, arts and crafts fair, music in the gardens, meet the bees, croquet and Pimms, willow weaving, Japanese garden day, garden history day and feed the birds in winter. Home grown/made lunches and teas available.

Further information Tel: 01572 813 200 www.barnsdalegardens.co.uk

Belton House What’s there? The House itself was built in 1685 for Sir John Brownlow and is described as ‘the perfect English country house.’

Stunning interiors are displayed in seventeenth century, Regency, Victorian and 1930s styles.

Outside discover the truly superb adventure playground – the largest in Lincolnshire - plus

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

Give yourself a health MOT Are you as healthy as you think? Often we take our health for granted and only seek advice when something goes wrong. But having a comprehensive health assessment could play a vital role in the early detection of serious illnesses. Catherine Batkin looks at the variety of health checks available at two private hospitals.

WHY GET A HEALTH CHECK? Many common health problems and serious illnesses have a far higher chance of being treated successfully if they are caught early.

Statistically, women are more likely to visit their doctor than men if something is worrying them and men typically delay seeking help until their symptoms strongly interfere with their lives. But it’s worth remembering the following facts: • Many deaths occurring in middle age could have been prevented by taking positive action earlier to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

• Coronary heart disease accounts for one third of deaths in men aged 40-70 years old and is the most common preventable cause of death in the UK. • 25,000 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer in the UK every year. Like most cancers, it is treatable if caught early.

• Testicular cancer is now the most common form of cancer in men aged 20-35; over 90% of cases can be cured if caught early.

of preparing cervical smears for testing (LBC) which provides a more accurate and sensitive test, faster results and a reduction in the number of inconclusive samples which require re-testing.

HPV testing: Human Papilloma Virus is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases and is known to be an important factor in the development of pre-cancerous changes of the cervix. It is not always picked up on normal smear tests and can occur at any age. Teenage girls are now being offered a vaccine to protect against HPV, which is available on the NHS from the ages of 12-13 and is delivered largely through secondary schools.

Parents wanting to protect their daughter sooner can pay privately at The Fitzwilliam.

Chlamydia Screening: Chlamydia is an infection of the reproductive organs and can cause infertility or problems during pregnancy. Many people do not have any symptoms and in fact are unaware they have the infection until they experience difficulties during the child-bearing years. A simple test can protect future fertility and is most suitable for women aged 30 years and younger.

YOUR HEALTH THROUGH THE AGES: TEENS & YOUNG ADULTS: Protect yourself from an early age, by getting regular cervical screening checks.

This is offered on the NHS at routine intervals of 3 to 5 years, dependent on your age, but at The Fitzwilliam Hospital you can have these more regularly, offering greater peace of mind: Smear Test: A smear test will check the health of the cervix and can show up changes in the cells; whilst most changes will not lead to a serious condition, anything unusual will be monitored to prevent problems occurring in the future. The Fitzwilliam now use a new method

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ADULTS: At the Woodland Hospital in Kettering, they offer Well Person Health checks, suitable for men and women over the age of 35. These hour long appointments are a comprehensive look at general health issues such as height to weight ratio, BMI and blood pressure as well as more specific concerns including fasting blood tests, breast examination and pelvic examination (for women) and full clinical examination and prostate specific blood test (for men). Each patient also gets a full written report for the £365 health check fee.

For a more advanced health assessment, The Fitzwilliam hospital offer the Platinum and Platinum Ultra Profiles which cover a wider variety of tests to include a bowel cancer screen (if required) biochemistry to assess liver and kidney functions and hearing and vision tests.

LATER IN LIFE: The menopause (sometimes known as the ‘change of life’) is marked by the ending of menstruation and the symptoms, caused by changing hormone levels, can prove to be a nightmare for many women. At the Fitzwilliam Hospital Ms Aparna Gumma, an experienced Gynaecology Consultant, has recently started a Menopause clinic providing diagnosis, treatment and advice for women experiencing difficulties during the menopause or perimenopause (10 years before menopause).

Some of the most marked symptoms include hot flushes and night sweats, insomnia, mood changes and even long term health problems including osteoporosis, heart disease, stroke and pelvic floor weakness.

Directory: Fitzwilliam Hospital, Milton Way, South Bretton, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE3 9AQ, Tel: 01733 842312 The Woodland Hospital, Rothwell Road, Kettering, Northants, NN16 8XF, Tel: 01536 485466 http://www.ramsayhealthcare.co.uk/

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We asked writer Amander Meade to undergo a Well Woman screening at the Fitzwilliam Hospital in Peterborough and share her results Lifestyle: Amander has followed a meat free diet for the last thirty years and works out at the gym at least four times a week, doing a combination of cardio and weights. Despite this, she would love to know what lifestyle changes she could make to help her feel her best.

Test Results: Amander learned that her cholesterol level and blood pressure were slightly high: “This is a known factor within my family on my mother’s side and Jan, the nurse, and I discussed strategies for small changes within my lifestyle in order to combat the condition.” Amander was relieved to find that her pelvic ultrasound scan and full blood count results came back completely normal, indicating there are no underlying health problems.

Verdict: “The screening was very informative with a full explanation at each stage within a quiet and discreet environment. I would recommend this screening to ladies of any age and, at only an hour in duration, it could be the best time you have ever invested in yourself.”

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FASHION

That extra little something...

Vanessa Hollander has asked some of Rutland’s fabulous boutiques to show us a selection of their favourite accessories

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uch admired, yet sometimes overlooked, accessories are the key to every woman’s wardrobe.

Clever use of accessories can transform the most simple of outfits. All it takes is a colourful scarf or eye catching necklace, and a plain white t-shirt becomes something altogether more stylish. When we’re all trying to make every penny count, but need that small retail pick-me-up, the accessory comes into its own!

As for shoes and bags, we simply love them and they can make a girl feel a million dollars! ‘Need’ rarely comes into it when buying bags and shoes, we simply ‘must have’!

Banyan Tree Too, Uppingham Red Patent Bag by Kinsey, £62

Vanilla, Oakham Bronze Fizbag, £29.99

Baubles and Bangles, Oakham Pink Leather Bag by Bagetali, £31

Woosters, Oakham Pink Leather Bag by Easton, £47

Baubles and Bangles, Oakham Orange Rose Wrist Bag, £12.50

Cavells, Oakham Sam Edelman, Boa Thong Sandal, £55 Cavells, Oakham Mulberry Bella Hobo Patent Bag, £625 Cavells, Oakham Amat & Ladoue, Tulip Print Silk / Cashmere Scarf, £75

Cavells, Oakham Pink Dotty Seasalt Scarf, £18

Wish, Uppingham Floral Oilcloth Bag

by Vendula, £50

The Glass Slipper, Uppingham Indigo Denim Wedges by Ravel

Cavells, Oakham Star Mela, Frida Bag, £105 Cavells, Oakham Pale Blue Converse Trainers, £36.99

Wish, Uppingham Floral Scarf, £12.90 Attic, Oakham Scarf by Jo Edwards, £20

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Vanilla, Oakham Pink and white silk spotty scarf, £26.00

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Attic, Oakham Bird Necklace by Big Metal, £15

Jacks, Market Harborough Necklace, Penny Black, £59

Woosters, Oakham Blue beaded Necklace, £69

Lorienna’s Shoes, Oakham Purple Satin Plimsolls, £38.99 Baubles and Bangles, Oakham Handmade Necklace, £19

Lorienna’s Shoes, Oakham Pewter Jewelled Fit Flops, £50.00

Vanilla, Oakham Blue silk butterfly scarf, £26.00

Woosters, Oakham Pink Scarf by Passigatti, £25

Wish, Uppingham Beaded Larriat Necklace, £38

Vanilla, Oakham Blue/bronze beaded Necklace, £18.95

Baubles and Bangles, Oakham Orange Floral Scarf, £11 Woosters, Oakham Blue Scarf by Passigatti, £39

STOCKISTS: Jacks, Market Harborough, 01858 468 876 Woosters, Oakham, 01572 723697 www.woosters.co.uk Vanilla, Oakham, 01572 757577 The Glass Slipper, Uppingham, 01572 829800 Lorienna’s Shoes, Oakham, 01572 756214 Baubles & Bangles, Oakham, 01572 724177, www.baublesandbangles.co.uk Attic, Oakham, 01572 759000, www.atticfashion.co.uk Wish, Uppingham, 01572 823510, www.wishofuppingham.co.uk Banyan Tree Too, Uppingham, 01572 821556 Cavells, Oakham, 01572 770372, www.cavells.co.uk RUTLAND & MARKET HARBOROUGH LIVING August 2011

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FOOD & DRINK

Summer Fun, Food and Favours Sarah Lyon relishes the exuberant combination of a highly creative photographic team and a cakemaker

Dottie Creations and Photography Mandy and Zoe of Dottie Creations and Photography offer a totally bespoke styling of a couple’s wedding through to the styling of the photo shoot, designing and personalising everything including the confetti cones and labels. Their creative and fun personalities are reflected in their photography where they have a unique ability to capture the beauty and essence of those special moments.

To see more from the dottie girls visit their blog at http://www.trulymadlydottieblog. com/ Dottie Photography, Tel: 01945 773368, http://www.dottiephotography.co.uk/ Dottie Creations, Tel: 01354 660804, http:/ www.dottiecreations.com/

Couture Cakes Katie Watts of Couture Cakes adds some edible delights to Dottie Creations quirky sweetie ‘Pic and Mix’ table. Cherry topped cakes, ice cream meringues and sweet heart macaroons bring a sense of fun and flavour to this summer seaside shoot. Katie’s novelty creations are the perfect pudding for a summer wedding, special birthday or celebration.

Couture Cakes, Tel: 01775 630773/07968 596912, http://www.couture-cakes.co.uk/ Couture Cakes will attend The Essential Wedding Show at Burghley.

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Located in the former stable blocks and outhouses, Café Nevill serves breakfast (until noon), sumptuous Light-Bites, Deli choice, Salads, Sandwiches, Ciabattas, Bagels, Jacket Potatoes, Patisseries and Puddings, plus a great selection of hot and cold beverages.

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EATING OUT

The Orangery, Kilworth House Hotel Best for Victorian Grandeur Sosennah Every

Afternoon tea is served in the magnificent Victorian Orangery which can seat 130 but the relaxed ambience does make it feel more intimate. The tables were buzzing with couples, ladies catching up and families with grandparents enjoying a treat of afternoon tea with the sunshine streaming in through the glass windows. There are wonderful views of the hotel’s grounds and it is worth a stroll beforehand to build up your appetite. Tea arrived on a three tiered stand with a selection of creamy sandwiches on ciabatta, brioche and rye bread on the bottom tray, followed by profiteroles, a rather dry glacé cherry cake and a custard tart with fresh fruit, which was very tasty.

However, the large fluffy freshly baked fruit scones on the top layer are what really caught my eye! My husband and I worked our way steadily up, determined to try everything washed down with copious cups of tea. We were surprised that there weren’t any freshly squeezed juices available for those not keen on tea or coffee. All in all, we felt the selection of sandwiches and pastries were rather unexciting for an establishment of this grandeur but for a treat afternoon in a wonderful setting, it is worth a try.

Our best compliment was probably my husband’s ‘oh happy days’ as he bit into his chocolate profiterole!

Afternoon tea served from 4pm and is £15.95 per person.

• Kilworth House Hotel, Lutterworth Road, North Kilworth, LE17 6JE Tel: 01858 880058 www.kilworthhouse.co.uk

Café Nevill, Medbourne Best for cakes

The Café Nevill is a small, light and airy café with views onto the courtyard seating of the Nevill Arms which it is attached to. The Nevill Arms was the Old Stable Yard and Inn and retains many of its original Tudor features.

It offers good pub food with real cask ales as well as a stylish restaurant and eight rooms (see review last month), but if it is cake that you are looking for, than the Café is the place to head for! I tried the Victoria Sponge cake, that was wonderfully soft and creamy, and some delicious fluffy scones.

I can also vouch for their fabulous breakfasts; the scrambled eggs and smoked salmon are a must, so why not make it a late brunch and have the cakes afterwards?

Not very suitable for the disabled or visitors with prams as there are steps into the conservatory seating area but there are a few tables on the ground floor. No baby change facility either. Afternoon tea is available for two with a selection of homemade sandwiches, cakes and scones with a pot of tea or coffee for £19.95. * Open 8 – 4pm everyday.

Café Nevill, Nevill Arms, 12 Waterfall Way, Medbourne, LE16 8EE Tel: 01858 565288 www.thenevillarms.net/ cafenevill

Greetham Garden Centre Homemade refreshment can be taken in Mr Beanbags Coffee Shop where breakfast is served from 9am plus snacks, cakes, light lunches and special offers daily, children’s portions and a special ‘Gardener’s Lunch’. Prices are very reasonable indeed.

Following the recent success of cookery demonstration and a Tapas evening there will be more themed events and workshops in the future.

• Contact: Greetham Garden Centre, Oakham Road, Greetham, Rutland LE15 7NN Telephone: 01572 813100 www.greethamgardencentre.co.uk

Food and drink

Diners Welcome at Northfield Farm - Amander Meade Since opening almost fifteen years ago, Northfield Farm has become a hub of excellence in food retail and production with a reputation stretching far beyond Leicestershire and Rutland. A winner of major national awards for their sausages and pasty products, Northfield Farm was recently featured in BBC2’s Great British Food Revival, with their shop referred to as one of the finest in the country.

Lovers of great food with provenance will be delighted to hear about the addition of a fully licensed restaurant and a small artisan bakery to the farm’s culinary offering. Owner, Jan McCourt said, ‘Our new Head Chef, Matt Jones, has cooked in such world renowned restaurants as Gidleigh Park, Bibendum, Pont de la Tour and Quaglino’s and Northfield has some of the finest truly local ingredients available – a very exciting combination.” The Northfield team grow their own fresh vegetables and bake all their own bread and cakes.

“We have created a delightful restaurant which offers a relaxed family environment, hearty rustic cooking and exceptional deserts.”

The Northfield Farm Restaurant is open for lunch from Tuesday to Sunday and for dinner from 7.30pm each Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening.

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Recipe from Lake Isle Hotel & Restaurant

Fig & Almond Tartlet with Rose Sorbet A seasonal treat of classic bakewell tart ‘glammed up’ with fresh figs and an unusual sorbet with the floral sweetness of garden rose

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ndigenous to western Asia, with over 100 common varieties and with a recorded existence dating as far back as 1900BC, English figs are perfect in August and September when the season is in full swing. And, if the rose sorbet sounds a little exotic, simply serve the tart warm with classic custard, maybe jazzed up with a splash of brandy or amaretto liqueur.

Ingredients - makes approximately 4 portions 4 tartlets, either homemade or bought 6 figs 1 batch of frangipane 50g butter 50g sugar 1 egg 50g ground almonds 5g flour 1 dsp chopped, flaked almonds 1 dsp of fig, rose or raspberry jam Rose sorbet 4 cups milk 1 cup red rose petals, washed 1 cup pink rose petals, washed 1 cup sugar 3/4 cup flaked almonds

Sorbet method Bring milk, sugar and almonds to a boil, then turn down and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the rose petals.

Allow to cool then puree and churn in an ice cream machine.

Frangipane Method Cream together the butter and sugar, then gradually add the flour, both types of almonds and finally the egg till it resembles a loose paste.

Tart method Take cooked tart, spread base with a thin coating of your chosen jam, top with a layer of frangipane and stud with sliced figs.

Bake for 12-18 mins at 175-185 degrees centigrade till golden on top and firm to touch.

Allow tart to cool and serve with the sorbet.

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Pets, Vets and Pooch Day Care Sosennah Every checks out the local services available if your pet is unwell, needs training or a pamper Veterinary Services Town & Country Veterinary Centre The new purpose built larger premises in Market Harborough offers state of the art equipment, including lab equipment that means blood results can be received in one day, a digital x-ray machine, two theatres and a separate dog kennel and cat ward to minimise any stress of animals who need to stay in. There are eight vets working here mostly on small animals but also on horses and some farm animals. The centre runs a Care for Life scheme that offers advice to pet owners on issues such as dental health care, diabetes and weight management but also runs puppy parties to help pups socialise.

• 48 Northampton Road, Market Harborough, LE16 9HE Tel: 01858 465668 http://www.tcvets. co.uk/ Ash Tree Veterinary Practice This practice specialises in the treatment of all domestic pets including rabbits and hamsters and has all the latest equipment. There are nine vets onsite specialising in a variety of areas such as dermatology, orthopaedics, cardiology and more. Ash Tree offers a Pet Healthcare Plan from £1.50 per week which covers vaccinations, worming, twice yearly full examinations and discounts in any surgical fees that might be necessary. There is also a branch in Kibworth.

• 124 Northampton Road, Market Harborough, LE16 9HF Tel: 01858 462839 http://www. ashtreevets.co.uk/ Oakham Veterinary Hospital This superb hospital facility for small animals

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and horses is set in eight acres of land and offers a full range of veterinary care from routine vaccinations, consultations and healthcare to specialist referral work. They have a clinical association with the University of Nottingham School of Veterinary Medicine and Science giving them access to leading specialists at the vet school on a daily basis.

They also offer stud and foaling services onsite.

• Ashwell Road, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 7QH Tel: 01572 722646 http://www. oakhamvethospital.co.uk/ Rutland Veterinary Centre This newly refurbished centre cares for both domestic pets and farm animals. There are six vets here and additional services offered include, acupuncture for dogs and cats for pain relief, physiotherapy, behavioural classes and also a fertility and pregnancy scanning clinic. The farm treatment room regularly deals with sheep caesareans and calf hernias onsite but vets will travel to farms as and when necessary. Visit their new website launching this month.

• 12a Ayston Road, Uppingham, LE15 9RL Tel: 01572 822399 http://www. rutlandveterinarycentre.co.uk/ Leicestershire Wildlife Hospital This wonderful facility has just opened in Kibworth and they need you! It is run entirely as a charity so any donations, fundraising or indeed spare tins of dog food, bird feed as well as any old blankets, towels or sheets would be appreciated. The hospital is dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of sick, injured, orphaned and distressed wild animals and

birds until they can be released back into the wild.

• 12 Rookery Close, Kibworth Beauchamp, LE8 0SD. Tel: 07951 285366 (24 hour casualty helpline) http://www. leicesterwildlifehospital.org/

Dog Training Sally Tabram Canine Behaviour Consultant & Trainer Is your dog behaving badly or do you need support training your puppy? Sally Tabram, a qualified veterinary nurse with 16 years experience, is here to help. She can come to your home or is available at one of the local veterinary surgeries to give advice on dog handling, house training, grooming, feeding, neutering and more.

• Tel: 01572 755660 Bertie Dog Training This family run training school offers in and outdoor classes individually and in groups for dog owners with and without experience.

Unique to Bertie Dogs is sheep socialisation training for dogs so they learn not to chase sheep and disturb other livestock with the result that you can confidently take your dog off the lead. Also provided by owner Nij Vyas is sheepdog training for both Border Collie and non Collie owners to demonstrate the practicality of using dogs for work and the problems associated with dogs and livestock.

Nij has a passion for sheepdog training and is trying to revive the tradition among young farmers of using sheep dogs.

• Venues in Oadby or Church Langton Tel: 07530 439561 http://www.bertiedogs.com/ or http://www.sheepdog-training.co.uk/

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Adam Beral, Rutland Dog Training Rutland Dog Training The training classes are run in Morcott in Rutland by Adam Beral, a dog training and behavioural expert with over 12 years experience. The classes cover basic obedience for dogs over one year old, however, one-toone classes and home visits are also available, for dogs with particular problems from puppy misbehaviours to aggression.

• Tel: 07739 460012 http://www. rutlanddogtraining.co.uk/

Kennels, Dog Grooming, Walking and Pet Sitting Services Cherry Hogg’s Dog Grooming Originally from London, owner Sue Cooper decided to use cockney rhyming slang to name her upmarket dog grooming salon, Cherry Hogg = Dog. She offers a full dog grooming package including bathing, nail trim, ear clean and gland expression where necessary.

Very badly matted dogs are also catered for, although she often recommends taking the coat off and starting again. Since opening last May, she has over 600 clients and believes people are increasingly interested in spending money on their pets and says, “My British bull dogs are like my babies and I feel that other pet owners are the same and want to treat their pets.”

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57 Northampton Road, Market Harborough, LE16 9HD Tel: 01858 466 997 http://www. cherryhoggs.co.uk/

Thorpe by Water Kennels and Cattery Country Club and Spa What sets this kennels and cattery apart is its canine rehabilitation centre providing alternative and complementary therapies, such as hydrotherapy and magnetic pulse therapy, which helps ailments such as arthritis and sprains as well as facture healing.

They also offer treadmills and chiropractic treatments, working closely with the Oakham Veterinary Hospital to rehabilitate dogs after surgery. More and more popular are their alternative therapies, such as the use of Dorwest veterinary medicines, which are herbal remedies to cure common skin and coat problems, provide flea treatments, supplements for joint and cartilage support and more.

Known as the Ragdale Hall for dogs, Thorpe by Water has a wonderful grooming salon and can also provide weight loss programmes.

• Main Street, Thorpe by Water, Rutland, LE15 9JQ Tel: 01572 747506 http://www. thorpebywatercountryclub. co.uk/

Seranda Pet Care Established since 1982 this kennels and cattery has access to a vet 24 hours a day and caters for all breeds as well as any special dietary requirements.

• Spinney Cottage, Exton Road, Cottesmore, Rutland, LE15 7DA Tel: 01572 812885 http://www. serandapetcare.co.uk/ Rutland Pet Care Gail and Lindsey offer pet sitting for your dogs and cats, dog walking and house sitting when you are away.

• Tel: 01572 755591 http://www. rutlandpetcare.co.uk/ Another dog walking and house sitting company is Paws 4 Life – Tel: 07946 302891 Paws 4 Walking This dog walking company covers the areas north of Market Harborough to Great Glen and also offers pet sitting, boarding for small pets, puppy visits and doggie day care.

• Tel: 01858 419851 http://www. paws4walking.co.uk/ Another dog walking and grooming company is Doggies Day Out – Tel: 01536 601522 http://www.doggiesdayout.co.uk/

Pet Foods, and Accessories Welland Valley Feeds You’ll find a vast array of pet food and accessories here including large bags of

dog food to sacks full of carrots and horse tack. The team of 25 staff are all very knowledgeable and experienced and some are even trained to supply animal medicines to pet owners. Owners can also find a comprehensive range of clothes and Wellingtons.

• Rockingham Road, Market Harborough, LE16 7QE Tel: 01858 461463 http://www. wellandvalleyfeeds.co.uk/ The Rutland Saddlery Shop Located just one mile from the Oakham Vet Hospital this fantastic shop stocks tack, riding and leisure wear, feed and bedding. Since launching in May, they have added thirty new lines to their tack and leisurewear products based on customer suggestions. Free coffee and a comfortable seating area is available for you to discuss any of your equestrian needs and issues with the owners who are happy to offer support and advice and source one off products as required. Also available is a Barnsby saddle fitting service, rug cleaning and repair and hat and body protector fitting.

The new online shop will launch in the autumn.

• Rutland Village, Ashwell Road, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 7QN Tel: 01572 756366 http://www. therutlandsaddleryshop.co.uk/ Pet’s Corner Stocked full of pet foods and accessories from cages and carriers to leads and grooming equipment, there is something here to suit all your domestic pet’s needs. More unusual pets such as reptiles and exotic birds are catered for with bedding, lighting and feed products too. Staff are trained to offer advice on nutrition, skin and coat problems and behavioural issues. Under the home farming section, chicken owners can also find medicines and feed here. Well worth a visit to see all the weird and wonderful products available - check out the hedgehog feed!

• Unit2, Rutland Village, Ashwell Road, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 7QN Tel: 01572 755572 http://www.petscorner. co.uk/oakham/ Gareth Butcher Animal Portraits If you are looking for a lasting memory of a much loved pet or a wonderful gift idea, contact Gareth Butcher who specialises in equestrian portraits and compositions and is available for commissions.

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To educate the public further, and counter common misconceptions that buying a car at auction is all Arthur Daly, Manheim Auctions has hosted a series of Auction Awareness Workshops, inviting motorists to learn about the buying process and dispel the auction myths.

Meanwhile, BCA’s website contains ‘tutorials’ for auction novices.

BCA spokesman Tim Naylor said: “Our experience suggests that about 10% of our business is non-trade. Of that proportion, some will be professional people buying a vehicle for their own business, others will be ad-hoc occasional traders, while the balance will be motorists buying for their own use or for a family member.”

Not surprisingly, in today’s economic climate price rather than style, size and colour is the number one priority for used car buyers. And, a crucial part of the price calculation, is MPG, insurance and Vehicle Excise Duty as discerning consumers take account of ongoing running costs in their buying decision.

Depending on budget, experts advise private buyers to look for one-owner, direct-entered cars. Many of Britain’s biggest fleets and vehicle leasing companies sell ex-company

cars through auctions.

Typically, three or four years old with 50,00080,000 miles on the clock, such cars will invariably be sold with a full service history, log book/V5 documentation and will have been maintained in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and represent good value for money.

It is generally reckoned that a dealer’s forecourt mark-up on such a car in ‘ready to retail’ could be as much as £3,000£4,000 on a prestige model such as a BMW and around £900-£1,200 on a car from a volume manufacturer - cash that can be saved by buying wholesale rather than retail.

On top of the ‘hammer price’, auction centres will charge a buyer’s fee, which is typically linked on a sliding scale to the price paid. It will add around 5-6% to the price of the average car purchased at BCA. The fee along with a legally binding entry form provides buyers with in-built peace of mind safeguards relating to: the car not being stolen, no outstanding finance on it, not previously an insurance write-off, age, condition and mileage.

He added: “There is no question that there are some great deals to be had at the moment.

For around £7,000 in recent weeks, BCA has sold, among others, such iconic and desirable premium models as Audi TT, BMW X5, Jaguar S Type and Mercedes C220 as well as low mileage good condition examples of Fiat 500, Volkswagen Beetle, Mini and Alfa Romeo Mito.”

An alternative to traditional vehicle auctions, there are online auction sites that have sprung

up, from the generic Ebay to the specialist such as the Corby-based CD Auction Group.

The CD Auction Group has moved away from its roots in the traditional auction sector to the online scene and unlike Ebay, which is typically private buyer selling to private buyer, is, in the main, disposing of de-fleeted company cars.

Managing director Roger Woodward said: “The majority of our vehicles are sold online direct from motor manufacturers, fleets and leasing companies so come with a full service history and documentation so there is a comfort factor for buyers.

“Would-be buyers can search the website and view photos of cars, detailed descriptions and bid online.

“Private buyers are becoming more comfortable with buying large ticket items online as long as there are photos and descriptions of the vehicles and they have a full service history. In the future more and more consumers will buy vehicles online.”

Successful buying!

Further information is available at: http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk http://www.manheimremarketing.co.uk http://www.cdauctiongroup.com

Some top tips for buying a car at auction 1.

Do your homework - know what you want before you go to an auction and have an idea what the car you are after is worth. Auctions catalogues can be viewed online.

2. Terms and conditions - each auction house has its own terms and conditions explaining how to buy, what the fees are etc. Make sure you are familiar with them.

3. Don’t rush - arrive early and take time to examine the vehicle that interests you and study available information relating to vehicle specification and history prior to it entering the auction hall. Listen to the engine running as it is driven in.

4. Do ask questions - ask auction staff, they will be happy to help.

5. Check the car has all related documents - V5, service history and an MoT to confirm the registered keeper, their address and the vehicle information.

6. One careful owner - look for one-owner, direct-entered cars from fleets and leasing companies for good value and well-serviced vehicles 7. Sold as seen - Remember to check the exterior and interior condition of the car and under the bonnet, as these elements are sold as seen. Source: BCA. For tips on buying a car at auction, visit the BCA website at http://www.british-car-auctions.co.uk/ RUTLAND & MARKET HARBOROUGH Living August 2011

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Proprietor Peter Light and his experienced team are always on hand, happy to proffer advice, purchase fine quality antiques, or offer your items for sale on commission.

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WORKSHOP: Furniture Painting Tamara Taylor of Taylor & Rose shares her secrets at a workshop designed to help you recreate her style.

Learn how to prepare and paint a piece of your own (portable) furniture and transform it by the end of the day. Greetham Garden Centre Parking is free and lunch is included.

• £70 per person. Booking and information Tel: 0785 884 2534

Amander Meade selects some of the best entertainment in the region this month

Wednesday 3 August, 10.30am to 12.30pm

August Throughout August EXHIBITION: Art De Jardin An exhibition of contemporary sculpture set in six acres of garden, meadow and woodland. Inspiring installations include detailed glasswork, bold ceramics and woven willow.

• Wingwell, 5 Top Street, Wing, Rutland LE15 8SE For further information Tel: 01572 737727 www. artdejardin.co.uk

Sunday 7 August, 1pm to 4.30pm EVENT: Uppingham Fete, Flower & Produce Show A fun family day showing local entries to the Flower and Produce show - plants, vegetables, flowers as well as crafts and home produce. A fun dog show, live music, local entertainment and refreshments.

• Uppingham School Middle Playing Field, London Road. Admission free (£1.50 for schedule)

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• For ticket and camping prices Tel: 0116 233 3111 www.summersundae.com

Saturday 27 August, 7pm CONCERT: Music in Lyddington presents Trevor Pinnock and Jonathan Manson Trevor Pinnock is known worldwide as a harpsichordist and conductor who pioneered performance on historical instruments and he will be joined by the versatile Scottish viol and gamba player, Jonathan Manson.

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COURSE: Growing Under Glass Get the most from a productive greenhouse or tunnel as you discover what it is possible to grow, propagation methods, requirements for a successful harvest, plus pest and disease control. Barnsdale Gardens, near Oakham • Price £18, Tel: 01572 813200 for details of this and all other events at Barnsdale this month.

RESIDENTIAL COURSE: Photography & Prayer with Roger Clifton and Peter Boorman The theme of this year’s addresses will be ‘Light and Dark’ and the speakers will explore their traditional symbolism in all cultures and religions plus their role in creating photographs. Launde Abbey • Inclusive price £295. Information on all courses and events at Launde, Tel: 01572 717254 www. launde.org.uk

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Saturday 17 September EVENT: Rutland Food & Drink Festival Demonstrations from the region’s top chefs plus the chance to try and buy a range of local produce. Local exhibitors celebrate the very best in local food and drink. • Rutland Water, Sykes Lane, Empingham RUTLAND & MARKET HARBOROUGH LIVING August 2011

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The 50th Anniversary of the Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials Thursday 1 to Sunday 4 September The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials take place in the magnificent park of the Burghley Estate in Stamford. The event is considered the pinnacle of the eventing calendar and this year will attract the usual crop of top international competitors riding in this Olympic qualifier with a £50,000 prize at stake. Outside the equestrian action,

Burghley is renowned for its ‘retail experience’ and this year will not disappoint. The shopping mall will host 400 plus exhibitors who are sure to have some surprise offers up their sleeves for the discerning shopper.

• Look out for special anniversary concessions and ticket offers – booking and further information Tel: 01933 304744 or www.burghley-horse.co.uk

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Birdfair 2011 – the world’s largest international bird watching event Friday 19 to Sunday 21 August Birdfair encompasses the whole spectrum of the bird watching industry whilst at the same time supporting global bird conservation. This is the event of the year for wildlife enthusiasts with hundreds of stands selling the latest products.You’ll find everything, from scopes to sculptures, binoculars to bird food, eGuides to eco-holidays! Every day there is a packed programme of lectures and events featuring celebrity guests including Nick Baker, Bill Oddie, Simon King, Mike Dilger, Johnny Kingdom, Janet Sumner, Charlie Hamilton-James, Philippa Forrester, David Lindo, Stephen Moss and Mark Carwardine.

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exhibitors, ranging from holidays, to artwork, to unique one-off experiences, with all the monies raised going directly to this year’s Birdfair project.

• Egleton Nature Reserve, Rutland Water For further information, ticket bookings or to volunteer to help at the fair Tel: 01572 771079 www.birdfair.org.uk

Open Studios Harborough From 3rd - 18th September artists from all over the region including Harborough district open their studios. The Harborough Artists Cluster Trail takes place over the weekend of Saturday 17 an Sunday 18 September. Organising and taking part is artist Maxine Dodd – “We have 19 artists this year and they will all be open for visitors. Our ‘signpost’ event is the Art Windows mini-trail around the shops and business in Harborough who display artwork in their windows - running from 3rd - 18th September. People can explore Harborough’s independent shops, discover which artists they would like to visit on the trail and take part in a draw for prizes donated by the retailers. A supporting exhibition at Quinns Bookshop & Gallery will show work by HAC artists and runs from 16th August to 30th September.”

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Three Men In A Boat An account of two amateur fishermen embarking on a day’s fly fishing with Orvis Endorsed Fly Fishing Guide and expert Coach, Rob Waddington. Words by Guy Meade and Martin Smith. Pictures courtesy of Rob Waddington

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utland Water is generally considered to be Europe’s premier trout fishery and since its creation the reputation of the reservoir continues to grow enticing anglers worldwide to visit and try their luck in outwitting Rutland’s powerful and beautifully conditioned trout.

Rutland water is big; twenty-six miles of bank and over three thousand acres of open water.

Owners Anglian Water stock approximately eighty thousand fish per year into the water which may seem a lot but spread over the acreage and the depth of up to forty meters, this equates to something like a single fish per area the size of a football pitch. To even things up for the angler it helps to have a little local knowledge and tucked into a corner of the Barnsdale bank lives the Obi Wan Kenobi of Rutland Water – Rob Waddington.

For the last eight years, Rob has operated Fly Fishing Adventures alongside his beautiful Lakeside Bed and Breakfast, a combination which draws trout fishermen from as far afield as Tokyo and the United States. My fishing partner Martin and myself took up fly fishing from scratch two years ago and have met with

limited success, whilst we knew which end of the rod to point at the water it seemed a good idea to spend a day with Rob to help kick start our angling odyssey.

Rob offers a selection of packages from corporate team building events to stag weekends but the perfect option for us was a day split between a morning’s theory at Rob’s fishing lodge followed by half a day out on the water itself with Rob acting as guide, ghillie and guru.

Post coffee, we descended into the ultimate fisherman’s den bedecked with stuffed fish, rods, reels and fly tying equipment. Rob talked us through the basic tackle we needed to fish on Rutland – rods reels and the mysterious flies that are tied to resemble natural foodstuffs.

We found out that the trick is to match your fly to the food the trout are feeding on and away you go.

We then ventured onto the banks of Rutland – not to fish but to brush up our casting technique. Watching an expert cast a fly thirty yards is a thing of beauty but watching two Herberts thrash around is not. Fortunately Rob

swiftly identified our faults and within twenty minutes our casting was so improved, we were ready to hit the water.

On board the boat, Rob’s presence was a revelation – rods were prepared for changes in methods so no time was wasted and within half an hour we were into our first fish of the day, a two pound rainbow that would fit beautifully onto my barbeque that evening. By the end of our session we had four trout in the boat and we had probably missed another half dozen.

We ended the day much wiser, armed with techniques and information that will enhance our future forays enormously, but also delighted to have made Robs acquaintance – he was a great host, a patient teacher and all round good guy. If your fishing spirit needs revitalizing, you are an absolute beginner or are not familiar with the water then Rob can offer you a day that is certain to meet your needs.

• For further information contact Rob at Rutland Water Fly Fishing Tel: 01572 722422 or visit http://www.rutlandwaterflyfishing.co.uk

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The First Sikh High Sheriff for Leicestershire

Sosennah Every meets Resham Singh Sandhu MBE DL and is humbled by his sense of community

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t Resham’s inauguration in April he quoted from a Punjabi proverb saying, “I shall serve the Crown and community with Tan (body), Man (soul) and Dhan (wealth) as required.” The tradition of service to the defence of the crown runs in the family as his father received The Indian Order of Merit for bravery, the highest award equivalent to the Victoria Cross given to Colonial troops during the First World War. And his father-in-law was also an Officer in the British Indian army during the Second World War. This is very much the essence of how Resham views his year as High Sheriff for Leicestershire where his role includes being the Queen’s representative in the county for all matters relating to the judiciary, including responsibility for the well-being and protection of Her Majesty’s High Court Judges when on circuit in the county. Resham will also be working with the police, probation service, the courts and community groups and says that projects particularly close to his heart are ones that help to prevent young people falling into the criminal justice system.

In his year in office the High Sheriff can have over 250 engagements, so it is a huge voluntary commitment but one Resham is relishing: “I will bring a sense of value, spirit of caring, transparency and efficiency to the role, which are the core values of my identity and character.”

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Resham has served as a board member on the Leicestershire and Rutland Magistrates Courts Committee and Probation Board. He was also on the Trent Health Authority’s complaints panel before he was appointed to serve on the Health Care Committee. He was a former Chairman of Leicester’s Council of Faiths and is a current executive member of the Inter-Faith Network UK as well as being a representative for many other national and international organisations.

A large part of his year in office will be raising money and promoting local charities.

For example Crimebeat, which actively involves young people in the reduction and prevention of crime. In Leicestershire and Rutland the charity has gone one step further and created the Warning Zone, an educational centre now permanently located on Frog Island.

Their target is to get every Year 6 pupil and other young groups, such as young offenders and young adults with learning difficulties to visit the centre to teach them about risk, consequence of actions, peer pressure and

personal responsibility, highlighting that criminal responsibility starts at the age of ten.

The Warning Zone is recruiting for volunteers to act as guides and would love to hear from anyone who would be interested in helping out.

Resham is also supporting Hope Against Cancer, Leicestershire and Rutland’s local cancer research charity. In addition to promoting charities, Resham’s role is about touring the county and visiting the people and organisations that work so hard for the benefit of the community. Many of these visits will be with Mr Peter Lawson, the High Sheriff of Rutland, as so many of our services are run jointly.

Unlike Peter, who dresses in the traditional High Sheriff Court Dress for public events, Resham will proudly be wearing his Deputy Lieutenant’s uniform with his turban and a small High Sheriff’s badge showing a pair of crossed swords, one of which represents Mercy and the other being the Sword of Justice. The badge also contains the Tudor roses and leeks to represent England and Wales, and wreaths of oak leaves to indicate the importance of the office.

Rashem sees being High Sheriff as a great privilege and an honour, and an opportunity to reach out to all the people of Leicester City and Leicestershire in order to pass on the Sovereign’s message of goodwill and good citizenship.

• Contacts: http://www.highsheriffs.com/ http://www.warningzone.org.org.uk/ http://www.hfcr.org/

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Gretton Fine Georgian country home restored to high standard, offering elegant and spacious living, in popular Rutland village. House set within approx 0.75 acres of gardens and grounds including own tennis court and enjoying views over the Welland Valley.

A superb equestrian property situated in 6.5 acres of gardens and adjoining grass paddocks. The house enjoys far reaching views across the Chater Valley and offers good sized family living space. The equestrian facilities include a purpose built range of modern stables and an all weather Menage.

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Thorpe-by-Water Charming detached stone built period house under a Collyweston slate roof, occupying a good sized plot. The accommodation, retains many original features including beamed ceilings, exposed wall timbers, period fireplace, built in window seats and latched doors.

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Empingham

A stunning, newly constructed stone built house offering extensive (3,200 sq. ft.) quality family accommodation situated in the heart of this popular Welland valley village. The property has been built to an exacting specification using local stone under a slate roof with stone mullion windows and solid oak internal features.

Superb Barn Conversion enjoying open country views, situated in desirable Rutland village of Empingham close to Rutland Water. Combining modern high quality materials with traditional craftsmanship, the property features a galleried landing and stairs, traditional exposed stonework and beautiful roof trusses.

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