Discovering the Deepings issue 056, February 2020

Issue 56 / February 2020

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Inside this issue xxxxxx Anna xxxxxxx Couture Brides - Designer Bridal xxxxxx Salon in Stamford xxxxxxxxx PAGE 13

xxxxxx Refresh and Renew xxxxxxx Kitchen Renovations - New xxxxxx Showroom at xxxxxxxxx Waterside Garden PAGE 13 Centre

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Introduction

Welcome to Your February Issue.

A very warm welcome (unlike the weather!) to our February issue. It’s at times like this that it really hits me just how quickly time is flying – was it really four years ago that we were reminding our ladies that this is a “Leap Year” and yes, you can traditionally, this year on February 29th, get down on one knee and propose to your loved one? (Get ready fellas!!!)

What’s more, this month we’ve got Valentine’s Day on February 14th where we can all stoke those romantic fires, so let’s ignore all the rain and gales out there and cosy up inside and enjoy this month’s collection of features, advertisements and ideas brought together for you by our wonderful team.

Claire x

So, farewell “Dry January”, and that alcohol de-tox wasn’t too bad after all, was it? I personally steered clear of “Vegan-uary” but it’s remarkable just how popular the rise in veganism has become, with so many students, several of them acquaintances of two of our own vegan sons, making the change to a healthier lifestyle, (and then having more money for the more important items in a student’s life, some of which involve bottles and glasses!)

Valentine’s Day is featured in this month’s issue at some length, with all sorts of opportunities to make amorous advances, whether that involves a romantic candle-lit meal in one of our numerous eating venues in the local area or some beautiful flowers from our superb, independent florists.

And talking of love … I’m overjoyed to announce the arrival of Nancy Rose, our first grandchild, on January 16th – let the spoiling begin!

By the way, Why do Norwegian and Swedish naval vessels all have a bar code on their sides? It’s there to “scan de navy in!”

Why is it so difficult to teach a dog to dance? They’ve got two left feet.

Enjoy the read.

John

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Inside Highlights 4/5............Anna Couture Brides: Designer bridal salon.

6.................Deep-in Aesthetics: New year and a

fresh new outlook.

8................Renu: Are you sweet enough?

10/12........Empire Gym: From thought to fruition.

14/15........Hummingbird Hypnotherapy

– My story.

16...............Travel: How about Shaws of Maxey?

18...............Community Matters.

20.............Recipe of the month: Roast chicken

and root vegetables.

22..............What’s happening at Vine House Farm?

24..............Food & drink – St. Pancras by Searcys.

26..............Your gardening tips.

32..............Will & Probate Services: Protecting

your disabled child.

34/35......Refresh and Renew feature.

38..............Your finances: Liberty Partnership.

48/49......Competition: Win tickets to see “Firedance”.

50..............Schools news: DSJ Primary.

51...............Inspired Martial Arts” feature.

52..............Kids Puzzle Page.

53..............Welcome to Caverstede Nursery School.

54/55......What’s on - Events and gigs guide.

56..............The Puzzle Page.

58..............Pets and Vets – Valentine’s a coming!

59..............“Lets with Pets”.

60..............Deepings Swimming Club news.

62/65......Classified businesses directory.

With thanks to:

Nick Ash, Eileen Le Voi, Liberty Partnership Ltd, Claire Saunders, Matt Weston, Nicole Woodcock, Vine House Farm

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Anna Couture Brides - Designer Bridal Salon in Stamford Anna Couture Brides is located opposite The George Hotel in Stamford. This modern and relaxing bridal salon has its own workrooms, creating our in-house designer bridal label, Chanticleer Brides, where romantic chic meets stylish British design.

Brides have the option of choosing and trying on gowns from our latest collections or the unique option of choosing to commission a custom-made gown in beautiful fabrics, original embroidery and bead work. As skilled couturiers, Atelier House of Anna Couture will be happy to make any bride’s dream come true, using their design ideas, with help from our design team to guide them along the way, making this an extra special experience.

Our creative designers and talented dressmakers are trained in technical design and construction in couture fashion and costume design, so you are safe in the knowledge that our experience will relax and assure you of the perfect fit.

We also specialise in made-to-measure corsets and historical costume, as Anna has her background in film and television costume. Bridesmaids, mothers of the bride and groom, along with men’s waistcoats, ties and cravats are all catered for. Bridal accessories include shoes, bags, veils, stockings and handmade lingerie and garters. We are the exclusive retailer of Rainbow Club and Perfect Bridal Company shoes, veils and bags.

Each couture bridal gown is created in our workrooms at Anna Couture Brides; from design to toile, fit to finish we pride ourselves on competitive 4

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prices and work with the bride’s budget. We are also very happy to alter wedding dresses and special occasion gowns bought from other retailers.

As owner and creative director, Anna and her team have created gowns in all areas of the fashion industry as well as costumes for film and theatre.

Chic silhouettes to timeless classics, our professional stylists and dressmakers can help you choose the perfect gown for your special occasion. Please pop in and see what journey your design and fashion ideas will take you on.

Anna Couture Brides, 8 St Martins, Stamford PE9 2LF TEL: 01780 762614 And for a beautiful boutique and hub of fashion, please visit our sister shop, Anna Couture Boutique on Cheyne Lane in Stamford. Offering the latest stylish and glamorous special occasion, evening, prom and day wear for fashionistas everywhere.

Including red carpet labels, Forever Unique and Gino Cerruti, with on-trend accessories from hats, fascinators and shoes to bags and jewellery. We now stock the exclusive Veni Infantino, motherof-the-bride and groom wear. All clothing repairs and alterations are also undertaken in this unique boutique, from zips to hems, complete relining to bridal gowns. Bespoke dressmaking and personal styling are available; please enquire for more information.

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Deep-in Aesthetics: New Year and a Fresh New Outlook Latest news from Deep-in Aesthetics’ Julie Higgins: professional manner in helping patients that came to him at that time and the clinical knowledge he used to ensure the quality of their care has been transferred to this field and sets him apart from many others in this industry.

“We have received many fivestar reviews from our clients who have remarked on our professionalism, service and friendly manner. We pride ourselves on engaging with our clients and establishing their personal requirements, but, unfortunately, we have also found that some of our clients have come to us after having a negative experience with “so called” professionals in this field.

Of the 979 complaints which “Save Face”, (the organisation offering independent information about nonsurgical cosmetic treatments) received last year, 83% were for treatments carried out by beauticians, hairdressers and laypeople, and 72% related to dermal fillers. Eleven people were rushed to hospital due to complications, while over half of the complainants paid to have their botched jobs corrected.

to rectify their problems, which has allowed them to leave our clinic with renewed confidence.

Most of our clients have come to us because they recognise Alistair as a member of the local community, who has lived and worked there for eighteen years and been a pharmacist for over twenty-two. His

We always maintain the highest of standards in our work and have helped clients

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We were selected and authorised to be the chosen aesthetics company to advertise within the two main hospitals in Peterborough and Stamford. This again is recognition of how we see ourselves above and beyond other clinics.

We’d like to invite any prospective clients to come and meet us at the clinic for a free consultation and to take advantage of the many offers that we provide.

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The author, Brian Holdich, gives his own personal account in his recently published book, “My National Service (1955 - 1957)”, when he writes about the trials and tribulations of army life. It gives a detailed description of being an infantry soldier in the Essex Regiment, when he travelled over 28,000 miles in three troop carrier ships and visited eight countries in all, and where he was to serve the majority of his National Service in Hong Kong. He believes that being a National Service soldier was the making of him.

Any monies raised from the sale of the book will go to charities. It is being sold at the Deepings Library and The Community Centre, Market Deeping, price £8, or telephone 01778 344214 for a copy.

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“Are You Sweet Enough?” asks Claire Gray, owner of Renu

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f you could feel more energised, sleep better and love yourself a little more would that be more important than losing an inch on your waist or a few pounds from the scales?

So often, we set our fitness goals on size and weight when what we are really striving for is simply feeling great. Modern society has left us associating this with size, and whilst I am a complete advocate of all the health benefits of correct posture, a balanced diet and regular exercise, these can all be achieved without the added stress of what size label is in your jeans. In fact, when you find the balance of eating well, taking enough rest, exercising sensibly and standing tall, the rest often follows naturally.

There are so many reasons you may not be achieving your goals; these can be hormonal, dietary, posture and exercise-related. We need to listen to our bodies, be detectives about their individual needs, and make adjustments accordingly.

One of the main culprits is sugar. It directly affects your moods, cravings,

weight control, sleep patterns and energy levels. We are able to get more than enough natural sugars through a balanced diet; in fact, we do not need any refined sugars at all.

So, before you pop the next chocolate or biscuit in, or you pour a large glass of wine, here is some information on why you are sweet enough.

chemicals in that have an adverse effect on your health. Filling up on high protein, low fat foods such as fish, chicken and pulses with lots of colourful vegetables will help to stabilise your cravings and manage your energy levels and sleep patterns.

Don’t forget to drink plenty of water every day too!

Sugar is one of the most ageing substances you can consume, causing glycation where sugar and protein molecules combine to form a tangled mess of tissue, leading to premature ageing of the skin. With sixteen calories in every teaspoon, it is directly related to weight gain, diabetes, heart disease and chronic fatigue and, if you are menopausal, it is a disaster area when it comes to hot flushes.

The meaning of renew is “to return to former self” and our objective is to help you find that centre, whether it is from an exercise class, a gym session, a treatment or our member education. February is “Valentine’s month” and is associated with thinking of those you love. Here at Renu, we truly believe you are sweet enough just the way you are. Our salon and fitness centre is a place where you can relax the mind, tone your body and lift your spirits, and our philosophy is to help you feel more energised and healthy. It really doesn’t matter if that is through a treatment or a workout. You choose.

Of course, sugar is also addictive, so you need to train your palate to accept less sugary foods and look for the hidden sugars in things such as drinks (including wine) and pre-packaged foods. Try to avoid replacing sugar with artificial sweeteners. Although they are low in calories, they have

Happy Valentine’s month!

Claire x

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Valentine’s Day – February 14th

- What’s that all about then?

Take a brief romantic stroll through the centuries, up to today’s commercial orgy of flowers, jewellery and chocolates. ❤ In Ancient Rome, February 13th, 14th and 15th were celebrated as “Lupercalia”, a pagan fertility festival, seen as a basis for a celebration of love on this date. ❤ AD 289 - A Christian, Valentine of Rome, is martyred under Emperor Claudius. While in jail, this priest is said to have converted his jailer by healing his blind daughter’s sight. He is later said to have fallen in love with the daughter, sending her a note saying “From your Valentine”, but this is apocryphal. ❤ AD 496 - Pope Gelasius declared February 14th to be “St Valentine’s Day”, a Christian feast day to match the still-popular pagan festival of Lupercalia. ❤ AD 1382 - Geoffrey Chaucer writes his Parlement of Foules (or “Parliament of Fowls”), which is widely taken to be the first linking of St Valentine’s Day to romantic love. Celebrating the engagement of Richard II of England and Anne of Bohemia, he wrote: “For this was on St. Valentine’s Day/ When every fowl cometh there to choose his mate”.

❤ AD 1601 - St Valentine’s Day has entered the popular consciousness to the extent that Shakespeare mentions it in Ophelia’s lament in “Hamlet”: “To-morrow is Saint Valentine’s day,/All in the morning betime,/And I a maid at your window,/ To be your Valentine.” ❤ Mid-18th century - The passing of love-notes becomes popular in England, a precursor to the St Valentine’s Day card as we know it today. Early ones are made of lace and paper. ❤ 1797 – “The Young Man’s Valentine Writer” is published, suggesting appropriate rhymes and messages, and, as postal services became more affordable, the anonymous St Valentine’s Day card became possible. By the early 19th century, they become so popular that factories start to massproduce them. ❤ Mid-1980s - The commercialisation continues: noting the sales effect on chocolate, flowers and cards, the diamond industry gets involved, promoting St Valentine’s Day as a time for giving jewellery and so the “tradition” takes off. ❤ AD 2020 - An estimated 1 billion St Valentine’s Day cards will be sent worldwide this year, making it the second most card-heavy celebration, after Christmas.

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From Thought to Fruition - What Sets Empire Apart?

You want to achieve something. As with all achievements, there is a beginning. There is a thought, an idea, a vision, the genesis of the act or action you are about to embark upon.

A decision. Then there is the question of how. ‘How can I achieve that?’ This is followed by a decision-making process in terms of your plan, or your vehicle in getting to your destination. ‘Which, what, who will I choose and why?’ Then, there is the action. The do! The part that is incumbent on you.

And, if every step of this process is taken wisely, the action, the doing, will be accompanied by help. By things or by people who believe in your idea, your goal.

Believers, coaches, supporters, providers of frameworks and facilitators, people with talent. Positive, people or mechanisms that see and harness your potential to realise your goal. So, of course let’s bring this into focus in a fitness context. In fact, let’s being it into sharper focus in terms of a local fitness context.

Number one!... People need to surround themselves with others who have positive aspirational thoughts and ideas.

People who don’t apologise for wanting to do more, to be more, to achieve more and who see the value in every action a person takes to better themselves, however small and incremental those actions may be. The personalities that people surround themselves with should be like a bed of rich fertile soil in which your goals are planted, nourished and encouraged to grow and blossom.

The Deepings is very fortunate in that its people have a choice when it comes to choosing who, how and where they want to exercise. There are at least three businesses, of which Empire is one, who provide facilities for local people to exercise. Indeed, one of the reasons Empire is what it is, is because of the high quality of competition it has. We have and always will absolutely respect our ‘competitors’ and we recognise in fact that we share many of the same passions. But each business decides how it makes itself different from another. Each decides how the very mission and personality of its being brings the most value and benefit to its customers.

Then there is recognising where you have gaps in knowledge and where that knowledge is. So, if you want to work smartly and employ your hard work in the most efficient and effective way possible, who has the knowledge and experience to keep you on the right course? Knowledge isn’t all about ‘exercise expertise’ either. Knowledge of how to engage with, motivate and inspire different types of personalities is arguably even more important. Knowledge of how to make someone feel valued, a compliment in the right direction, an ability to read when someone is feeling down. A talent in making someone feel ten feet tall on their lowest of days. Make sure you are ‘coached’ and supported by people with such talent. You deserve that!

At Empire, we have always been passionate about wanting to set people free. This might seem a grand idea.

It might seem an overly poetic statement, but I believe in it. I believe in it completely and fervently. From my six years’ direct experience in the fitness ‘industry’ I have seen the journeys of thousands of people. Literally thousands.

Some are long, some are fleeting, some are moving and inspirational, but all have one thing in common, the person has had an idea, and acted upon it. And I have huge respect for that.

But what makes a person’s fitness aspirations last? It’s a massive question. I have a few answers for it too.

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There needs to be a variation in the tools at your disposal to achieve your fitness aspirations, as we are all very different. It isn’t a ‘one solution fits all’ scenario! So, literally speaking, you need to have access to lots of different group fitness classes at varying times of day, in addition to qualified detailed gym induction and ongoing instruction; then, you need to be able to progress to personal training if you wish. Finally, you need to have the freedom to flourish and take ownership of your fitness, and this comes when people begin to build their own routines in

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a supportive, safe, professional gym environment. This is what I mean when I talk about setting people free.

have total and complete ownership of their fitness. They have grown wings.

At Empire I have seen so many people go through an evolution. Many begin by taking part in structured fitness classes. And how lucky Empire is to have the very best talent at its disposal with its instructors. People may begin with their favourite classes and feel comfort in the company of their friends and a familiar, trusted professional instructor who knows and inspires them.

It’s important to say also that this evolution isn’t linear.

It doesn’t mean that training in the gym is better than a class, and it doesn’t mean a class is better than training in the gym. It doesn’t mean that personal training is the pinnacle for everyone. It means, as your knowledge grows, and you learn about your physique and your personality, you can choose to pick from your options to build a jigsaw that reflects the way you like to ‘get fit’ and progress. That’s what sets Empire apart.

Next, people begin to look at the varied class timetable and decide to try something different. Something new.

People may go from a Bodypump class to try their first ever indoor cycling class, or they may decide to experience the feel of higher intensity training in a Metafit class or high intensity circuit training on the gym floor.

Then there is the moment when people who had been subject to the stereotypes about what gyms are like realise that the gym itself is an exciting opportunity. A playground. A place where everything they have seen, done and learned can be played out in their own time, at their own pace, in their own way, by their own design.

I love this moment, when people realise that they are capable, knowledgeable, expert in their own right and that, at Empire they have the fertile soil of support in the form of the right people, the availability of choice, and the professionalism of the environment that means that they

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We have the classes. We have the gym. We have the talent and the experience. We have the knowledge. And we have the facilities that make it all possible. Over 1,200 bookable class spaces every month. A gym that is open and professionally staffed for eighty-four hours a week.

And I’ll leave you with this wonderful email I received this week from Empire member, Phil Cross, who is sixty-eight years old. As a perfect example of someone using the Empire environment to their advantage, Phil is in the gym every weekday! Phil wrote…

“I have a condition called primary lymphoedema. The lymph fluid in my left arm does not circulate properly and causes my arm to be permanently swollen, and there is no cure. I was diagnosed in the late ’70s. In the early ’90s I was referred to a specialist at the Royal Marsden

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Hospital, London. There, I was prescribed my treatment, which consisted of a compression sleeve and antibiotics to prevent infections. I will wear the sleeve for the rest of my life.

Until 2016 I attended a Lymphoedema Clinic once a year where my arm was measured to make sure that the compression sleeve was of the right size. My arm stabilised. For a period of time, there was no deterioration or improvement so in 2016 I was discharged but told that if there was any change, I would be referred back to the clinic.

In December 2016 I retired, and in September 2017 I joined Empire Gym, mainly because I was concerned that muscle loss accelerates after the age of sixty and that I wished to be fit and active during my retirement.

Matt gave me a routine of resistance and cardio exercises which I still follow. After a few months I noticed that the swelling in my arm appeared to lessen and to be softer.

I then asked Dave to give me some specific exercises to strengthen the muscles in my arms, as lymph fluid is circulated by the muscles. This definitely helped and in late 2019 I asked for a referral back to the clinic. When I attended the clinic, the nurse was very pleased that the swelling had gone down by two centimetres, the first improvement since staring my treatment. I have now been prescribed a tighter compression sleeve which will be reviewed in six months’ time when hopefully an even tighter sleeve will be prescribed. This will hopefully reduce incidences of infections and lessen the swelling.

I will continue with my gym sessions which have improved my fitness levels. I also enjoy going to Empire - it is a friendly, sociable, clean and encouraging place to be.

Phil.�

Much love as always,

Matt x

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My Solution Focused Story and Working with Children with Additional Needs and Challenging Behaviour

by Nicole Woodcock, Hummingbird Hypnotherapy

I am often asked how I became a solution focused hypnotherapist. Whenever I share my story, it always makes me giggle. I was fortunate to have an amazing birth with my youngest daughter using the ‘self-hypnosis for childbirth’ approach. A good friend and now colleague of mine Gary Johannes helped me build the confidence to have a home birth and faith in my body to deliver at home. Being forty minutes away from the nearest hospital in rural Lincolnshire, I knew deep down we wouldn’t be going anywhere near one after having such a traumatic time with my first child.

Safe to say my daughter was delivered by her dad in our lounge with the help of the 999-operator talking him through the process; I, on the other hand, cool as a cucumber and enjoying my birth experience, knowing we were doing this together. Our daughter arrived in her amniotic sac at the same time as the paramedics walked through the door. The midwife arrived fifty minutes later and could not believe we had achieved such a wonderful birth.

There begins the story - four months later, I was on the CPHT Peterborough course, adding a qualification to my CV! Qualifying in June 2016 with my practice Hummingbird Hypnotherapy.

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Unbelievable. Did not see that coming at all.

My background has always been working with people, in particular: elderly, mentally ill, and those with additional needs and challenging behaviour. Previously, I had spent eleven years working for the local authority, for children with additional needs, sensory processing, autism and behavioural issues. To put it into context, every day was different; many days involved confrontation, increased anxiety, ‘kick offs’ and waiting to get hurt. Not your average job but, at the time, I loved it.

Fast forward three years after qualifying and I am now working with children with complex needs,

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autism, behavioural issues, challenging behaviours, anxiety and more. The difference? The way I work now is non-confrontational in a fun, neutral space where all that’s been good goes. If only I had been allowed to bring this practice into my workplace, not just for the children but the staff too!

I took a leap of faith when I began to work with children with additional needs; I hoped that this process would have a profound impact; the reality is it changes lives, not just of the child, but the family too.

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diagnoses and labels. Eight sessions later, and she is a confident artist who has just set up her own online business selling her fantastic artwork. She has chosen too to be home-schooled and after only leaving the house with the company of her mum, now walks her dog for two hours a day, on her own, and managed to attend a concert in London without a panic attack. Just WOW! A little boy who does not stop and enjoys most of his sessions playing with tangle toys, squishy, and sticking his head in the massage face hole in my couch (lol), who managed to transition to a new school without increased anxiety and behaviour. He kindly threw me a curve ball, not wanting to attend a session in my room and preferring to be outside. Nothing beats asking, “What’s been good?” sat in the sunshine on a bench.

Reducing anxiety with children with additional needs, by using the solution focused approach, is at times mindblowing. Working out that classroom layouts cause such profound anxiety in some children, meaning that their

opportunity of learning goes out of the window. Getting them to imagine and choose where they would sit has been a fantastic solution with amazing outcomes.

After his mum spoke to the teacher about our sessions, she agreed to trial it for a week. He paid more attention, his class scores increased, and he stopped taking home all the work he couldn’t do in class, as he had completed it all in the day.

Part of the work involves my environment and fun. I talk about being a positive pineapple, no drama llama, having a box of emojis stickers and a crate of sensory toys to help with self-regulation and relaxation. Colour boxes, ceiling lights and a comfy couch with a llama blanket just add to a session.

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Today’s passengers expect luxury and that’s what they get.

Modern coaches cost around £250,000 and, once you step on board, you’ll soon see why.

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MEN UNITED IN SONG 2020: SUPPORTING PROSTATE CANCER UK Looking for a fresh challenge, new skills and a great social scene to boot? Then look no further…

Following its phenomenal success over the last few years, Men United in Song is back for 2020, once again raising money for Prostate Cancer UK. Launching in February, the project will sign up forty local men with a range of previous singing experience (including none), to rehearse over ten weeks for a charity concert at the Cresset Theatre on Saturday May 9th. To date, the project has engaged hundreds of local men, raising many thousands of pounds for the charity.

“The whole experience was extremely rewarding and exciting,” says Stuart from Bourne. “You get to see what your voice is really capable of and to share a few pints with a great bunch of guys from all walks of life, who you might not normally meet. The sense of achievement when you finally get to perform in front of an audience in the concert is amazing. I couldn’t recommend it highly enough.”

“While I’d sung karaoke before, I knew that this would be very different!” says James from Market Deeping. “I learned so much in just a few weeks and made some really great friendships too. A fantastic experience, thoroughly recommended!”

Patrick, from Peterborough, says, “Doing something good for a fantastic charity while also learning to sing some really great pieces of music was a brilliant experience! Don’t hesitate, sign up today!”

Men United in Song is not all about the singing or even just about the fundraising; there’s a fantastic social scene too! Ultimately, it’s about a group of men getting together in a shared enterprise, which of course is the idea behind Prostate Cancer UK’s Men United campaign.

Men United in Song kicks off with introduction sessions on February 27th (6pm – 10pm) and 29th (2pm – 6pm) at the John Mansfield Campus in Peterborough, (PE14HX). Absolutely no previous experience is required to join, just a willingness to get involved and give it your best shot!

For further information, contact Jo on 01733 425194 or e-mail menunited@peterboroughsings.org.uk.

Loss and Loneliness – Oddfellows Can Help The following letter reached us recently. It comes from Andrew Spencer, Social Co-ordinator of the Nene and Welland Oddfellows, based in Market Deeping.

“Through a recent survey, we sadly discovered that it’s not uncommon for people who’ve lost a partner to also lose contact with friends. At a time when friends are needed most, people are left feeling even more isolated.

Over 40% of people questioned felt that others didn’t know what to say, while another third felt isolated after their loss. Losing someone close is unfortunately something we’re all likely to experience, and it can often feel that we’re alone in our grief. Having friends around you helps make it all a little more bearable.

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If you know someone who has recently lost a partner, please don’t feel awkward about keeping in touch; they need you now more than ever. If you’d like some advice on how to best support them, we’ve some great information available at www.oddfellows.co.uk/firststeps.

As a local friendship group, we’d like to extend a warm welcome to anybody who may be looking to meet with other friendly people locally.

Please do get in touch, as we run regular events in the area – the next being a talk by Alan Holt, “Reflections of a Schools’ Inspector”, at Oddfellows Hall, Church Street, Market Deeping PE6 8AN. For further details, please call 07729519122 or e-mail Andrew.spencer@oddfellows.co.uk.” fe br u a r y 2 0 2 0

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A Sparkling Time: St. Pancras by Searcys

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Thameslink services and underground trains are fast and frequent too, and the shops at St Pancras International have high street names and designer outlets. Searcys Champagne Bar with its heated leather seating and ‘press for champagne’ buttons, has 98 metres of serving space and is reputed to be Europe’s longest. Their adjacent Brasserie is very popular, both with people travelling and also as a ‘destination’ dining venue.

High-quality wines, from the extensive drinks menu, pair extremely well with the different dishes of cuisine. Regular events happen throughout the year. In addition to the Champagne School, other events can feature ‘Around the World in a Bubble’, plus specific vineyard tastings, to include a full three course dinner and, of course, ‘St Pancras

by Searcys Champers And Chips’ is always very popular!

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popular with ‘sparkling’ lovers, from ‘learners’ to ‘connoisseurs’. Whether Blanc de Noirs, Single Year Champagnes or other sparkling delectations are preferred, there is always something to learn about these wonderful productions.

From breakfast, through luncheon and travelinspired afternoon tea, to dinner, plus pre-theatre and ‘express’ dining (if time is pressing), St Pancras

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A very much recommended brasserie and Champagne bar, set within a most impressive, iconic venue.

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During February, an Early Bird Special is available from Sunday to Tuesday in the restaurant between 5pm and 8pm; when buying a main meal from the menu, the second meal is absolutely free. The legendary Buy One Regular Cod and Chips and get one Regular Cod and Chips Free (BOGOF), is back in the takeaway during the whole of February from Sunday to Wednesday.

Mother’s Day is always a great day in the River Restaurant and of course, mum’s main meal is free as well as a bunch of daffodils to mark the occasion. Don’t forget to book your table early for the Fish and Chip Day of the Year, Easter Friday, and indeed all that weekend.

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The River Restaurant has meal deals on, particularly for seniors, and two kids under the age of ten years can eat free off the kid’s menu every Saturday, with one adult ordering from the main menu.

Visit the restaurant or take away and find out for yourself why they have won “Top Take Away – Hospitality - Deeping Business Club” four years running and “Deepings Business of the Year Award 2018”.

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February Gardening Tips It’s hard to believe that February heralds the end of the winter months and welcomes the beginning of spring! As I write this, we are yet to see any harsh winter weather, apart from the copious amounts of rain we witnessed in December.

However, February can bring some harsh, cold conditions, but also the odd spring-like days, and hopefully you will find some time to complete any winter digging and preparing the beds ready for planting in the following months.

Remove any weeds that have managed to grow and add manure or homemade compost to the soil, if you haven’t already done so, and then cover in black plastic, cloches or polytunnels, which will help warm up the soil.

If you intend to grow leafy brassicas, such as kale, cabbages, cauliflowers etc, add lime to the soil a few weeks prior to planting and allow the rain to wash it into the soil, then before planting add some fish, blood and bone, raking it into the topsoil.

Regards planting, the dilemma is whether to sow and plant early or wait until the weather is warmer and more reliable. It might be best to do a bit of both so you might have some earlier harvested veg. You could plant out some broad beans or peas if the ground isn’t frozen, protecting them with cloches if the weather is very cold, and garlic and shallot sets should be planted out this month.

A good idea for sowing peas is to use lengths of plastic guttering: half fill them with good quality seed compost and sow the seeds about two inches apart, cover with compost, water and keep in a light spot under cover. Seeds that can be planted indoors or under cover; broad beans, Brussels, leeks, onions, salad leaves, tomatoes, peas, spinach, summer cabbage, sprouting broccoli – to name but a few.

It really is the last time you can winter prune fruit trees as they should still be dormant, any later and if it is mild, they will be starting to move into growth. As they are still dormant bare-rooted fruit trees can still be planted and autumn fruiting raspberries pruned What could be tastier than a rhubarb crumble made with fresh pink rhubarb?

If your rhubarb crowns show signs of activity, now is an excellent time to force an early sweet harvest by covering with a big bucket.

All of your seed potatoes for the year should have been purchased by the end of this month and spread out in egg boxes or seed trays for “chitting” in a cool light room, it is recommended to remove all but three of the “chits” as it is believed that this produces larger potatoes.

Other jobs for February include: • Remove any dead leaves from spread mould and mildew.

• Make sure winter cabbages, cauliflowers and broccoli are netted against hungry pigeons, whose food supply is a little short at this time of year.

• Prune autumn raspberry canes by cutting right down to the ground barerooted fruit trees can still be planted but this will be your last opportunity • Feed and mulch fruit trees and bushes • Winter prune currants, blackberries, hybrid berries, gooseberries • The compost heap might benefit from a bit of attention. Rake it through with a fork to aerate it, add water if it seems dry and then recover it to keep it warm.

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On the wall is our handle display, showing a small selection of the handles that we have available, as well as our tap block with some additional taps available by Bristan. Look at the lovely new worktop stand by Formica, with laminate worktop samples that you can match with the replacement kitchen doors that are available. Pick up a brochure full of replacement doors and kitchen ideas.

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Romance fraud affects thousands of people; with women making up the majority of victims. According to Action Fraud, scammers swindled victims out of an average of £11,145 each during 2018. There are many local stories including one woman who lost everything, including her home (read the full story at the link below*).

Fraudsters trick victims into sending money or gather enough personal information to steal their identities; resulting in an overall cost to victims of £50 million. The majority of accounts on dating websites are genuine people looking for romance, but fraudsters may try to contact you by making fake profiles, getting in touch and building what feels like a loving relationship.

Once a fraudster using a fake dating profile is confident that they’ve won your trust, they will tell you about a problem they’re experiencing and ask you to help out by sending money. They may have arranged to visit you, but need money to pay for the flight or visa. They may tell you everything has been booked but their ticket has been stolen, and you need to send money quickly to get them on the next flight.

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The important thing is not to worry when all the debts can be seen written down together - the important thing is to start to sort them out.

In the Deepings, the Citizens Advice Service includes a drop-in fifteen-minute assessment at the New Community Centre, Market Deeping on Wednesday mornings, before an afternoon appointment, if needed, or a referral to Deeping St James fortnightly on Thursdays, where the United Churches have funded an outreach at the Institute, on 38 Church Street.

Examples of priority debts include: rent arrears; mortgage and secured loan arrears; council tax arrears; gas or electricity bills; phone or internet bills (if they are the current supplier); TV licence payments; Magistrate court fines; unpaid income tax; VAT (if business debt). Finally, unpaid child support payments are also classified as priority debts.

Once priority debts are under control, people can move on to look at other, “non -priority” debts. They might include: credit card or store card debts; catalogue debts; unsecured loans including payday loans; unpaid water bills (the supplier can’t cut off the water supply); overpayments of benefits (apart from tax credits); unpaid parking tickets; and money owed to family and friends. If these debts aren’t paid, people can be taken to court by their creditors.

When beginning to organise what is owed, it is important to get together all the information about each debt, such as contracts, bills and statements, then make a list, including details: Who is owed the money? - this is the ‘creditor’; When was the first payment missed and how much is owed? - this might be in a recent statement; The account or reference number - this might be at the top of the statement; What has the creditor done to get the money back, for example, sending letters or threatening court action?

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In 2018 he was partnered with TV star, Katie Piper, after having waltzed Alexandra Burke to the final the previous year, and 2019 saw him partner real-life partner Gemma Atkinson on the Christmas Day special.

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There is also a great deal to look forward to in this spring term, as many of our children will be performing in the Peterborough Drama Festival.

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These sport karate classes are open to all students between the ages of three and sixteen years, who can be of all abilities and standards. The principles of self-defence are taught, but not to use the new skills in any way that could cause harm to others.

The sessions are fun but disciplined, where the students learn new skills, gain confidence and pride, as they work their way to becoming a black belt.

In the words of Jamie Johannes, now Senior Head Instructor, “My team and I are here to encourage and inspire our students to work towards the five culture points - confidence, respect, discipline, focus and success. The benefits of participating in Martial Arts are that your child’s self-confidence will improve and their attention span can increase. We will instil in them a culture of achievement and worth. We teach respect and discipline within a safe environment. The child will learn valuable skills, which will stay with them throughout their life.

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Ugs and kisses!

Welcome to Caverstede Nursery School Located in Walton, Peterborough, Caverstede has been a nursery school within the community since 1946. We have evolved over the years to become the Outstanding Nursery School that we are today, welcoming children and families from across the whole of Peterborough and outlying areas.

Our highly qualified and experienced staff work in close partnership with families, outside agencies and transferring settings/schools, to ensure our provision is appropriate for every child. We value diversity as a rich resource to support the learning for all.

Within the school, there are three classes. Each is purpose-built, on one level and appropriate for the age of the children we teach. Our classrooms are carefully planned to enable us to fully implement the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum and furnished in such a way as to ensure that children can learn independently - being able to choose their own resources.

proud of our nursery and woodland gardens.

These are accessed all year round due to adequate shelter in the garden and wet weather suits! Each class has their own woodland day experience one day a week and these continue to be thoroughly enjoyed. Opportunities are also available to develop forest skills – building fires and den building are just two activities out of many that are enjoyed!

From each classroom, our extensive outdoor learning environment can be located easily, and we are very

Please come along for a visit to see just what experiences your child can have with us at Caverstede!

Are you looking for a nursery place for your child?

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O u r l e a r n i n g e n vi r o n m e n t s o f f e r a b a l a n c e b e t we e n f o r m a l l e a r n i n g a n d l e a r n i n g t h r o u g h p l a y.

W e a r e a m a i n t a i n e d n u r s e r y s c h o o l b a s e d i n t h e W a lt o n a r e a o f P e t e r b o r o u g h - w i t h a H e a d T e a c h e r , f u l l y q u a l i f i e d t e a ch e r s a n d e xp e r i e n c e d n u r s e r y s t a f f .

Y o u r c h i l d i s e n t i t le d t o t h e 1 5 h o u r F R E E f u n d i n g t h e t e r m a f t e r t h e i r 3 r d b i r t h d a y.

Additional sessions can be paid for.

W e a l s o a c c o m m o d a t e ch i l d r e n e l i g i b l e f o r t h e 3 0 h o u rs c h i l d c a r e f u n d i n g a n d f u n d i n g f o r 2 ye a r o l d s .

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Your child would enjoy our ‘magical’ outdoor learning environments - including our wonderful woodland garden where we practice ‘forest skills’.

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We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. Our highly qualified teachers and staff give your child the best possible start to their education and to become ‘school ready’ and prepared for their move to primary school.

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We are proud to have been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted five times in a row.

Visits to our school are welcomed. Please call 01733 571742 to arrange this or to discuss our registration process.

You can also visit our website - www.caverstede.peterborough.sch.uk to find out more about the Nursery School Caverstede Nursery School; Caverstede Road; Walton; Peterborough; PE4 6EX In the 2018/19 Ofsted Parent View survey, 100% of our parents surveyed would recommend Caverstede Nursery School to another parent.

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What's On

Events - February 2020 1st - Cinema at the Old Town Hall Bourne: afternoon matinee

“The Lion King,” P.G. (2019) starting at 2pm, doors at 1-30pm.

Refreshments, popcorn and ice creams. All tickets £6 - to book, visit www.bournetownhall.org.uk/events.

1st - St Michael’s Church, Langtoft, Saturday Sale from 10am to 12noon. Freshly made bacon butties to have with tea or coffee. Cakes and produce, bric-a-brac and our popular ‘Pot Luck’ table. All money raised goes towards the upkeep of the village church.

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- The latest exhibition at John Clare Cottage is the work of local artist Cilla Marseglia. Cilla has been interested in painting since she was very young, gaining an ‘O’ level in Art whilst at school; she is mainly self-taught and has been a member of CASA, the Castor and Ailsworth art group for several years. Cilla paints using various mediums and techniques in order to achieve the effect she is looking for. She works in layers applying textures and washes until she is happy with the depth of colour and tones. It is then that she adds the finer details. She is constantly experimenting and searching for new ways to improve and enhance her paintings. The John Clare Cottage is open on Fridays, Saturdays, and Mondays, 11am-3pm. For more details see www.clarecottage.org.

5th - Nene and Welland Oddfellows present a talk by Alan

Holt, “Reflections of a Schools’ Inspector” at the Oddfellows Hall, Church Street, Market Deeping. For more information, call Andrew 07729519122.

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- Learn English team clog dancing (men and women): Crosskey Clog are looking for new recruits, whether to dance or to play. Practices are at the Village Hall, Guntons Rd, Newborough, Peterborough, PE6 7RT from 8pm to 10pm every Wednesday, September to April, and they dance out from time to time in the summer. For further information, phone 01778 393507.

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- In preparation for their Harry Potter Fun Day, Deepings Community Library will be hosting a Harry Potter Quiz Night to pick your brains on your knowledge of all things magical and wonderful. £3-50 pp, max 4 per team. Bring your own refreshments.

6th /7th - Winter Walks at Burghley House Stamford. Why

not join Head Gardener, Joe Whitehead for a winter walk?

See all the developments in the gardens whilst they have been closed to the public. The tour will take you through the private South Gardens as well as the Sculpture Gardens and Garden of Surprises. Please note that the tour is on foot, please wear appropriate footwear for the weather and the time of year, meet at the Orangery at 10-30am. Tickets £12 visit www.burghley.co.uk.

8th - Harry Potter Fun Day 10-30am at Deepings Community Library: their annual event, a day dedicated around the arcane world of Harry Potter! All wizards are welcome, Muggles tolerated!!

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11th - Deepings Coffee Club are delighted to welcome

this month’s speaker, one of their regular favourites, Roger Negus, who will be talking about British Film Stars of the ’30s, ’40s and ’50s. Doors open at 10 am for a 10.30 start at the Priory Church Hall in Deeping St. James. Visitors are welcome and further details are available from Anne Winstone on 01778 344003.

12th - Deepings Camera Club welcome Jane Goodall who

will be talking about “Family Photoshoots.” 7.30 p.m. – 9.30 p.m. at the Deepings Community Centre, Douglas Road, Market Deeping. Visitors are always welcome, £4 at the door.

12th - Nene and Welland Oddfellows Craft Club, Members

£2 Guests £4 Oddfellows Hall, Church Street, Market Deeping.

For more information, call Janice 01778 560059.

13th - Deepings Heritage present “Peterborough viewed from the top of tall buildings”, by Peter Waszac. The event starts at 7.30pm in the Conference Centre, Deepings School.

Everyone welcome. Entrance £3 for non-members.

15th - The Hardy Plant Society, Fenland group will be meeting at Swines Meadow Farm Nursery, 47 Towngate East, Market Deeping, PE6 8LQ. 2.30pm, when Andrew Ward from Norwell Nursery will be giving a talk. Non-members welcome, £4. Angie, janda.salix@gmail.com. 01733 222367.

15th - Creative Writing Workshop with Ros Rendle at The

Old Town Hall, Bourne. Doors open at 1pm, workshop from 1-30pm - 3pm. Tickets £7-50, to include the Read Dating event which follows at 4pm. Further information and tickets visit www.bournetownhall.org.uk/events.

15th - “Read Dating,” 4pm -5-30pm (doors at 3-45pm) at

The Old Town Hall Bourne. Read all of your favourite authors?

Wondering what to read next and want to find a new book to enjoy? This is a unique opportunity to find new writers and books to love. Based on the popular speed dating format, the session features a get together of approximately ten local authors. You are invited to spend ten minutes with each author, finding out about their books, their writing, their latest works and their inspirations. There will be the opportunity to buy your favourite books during the session.

Tickets £2.50 to include a cup of tea/coffee, either from www.bournetownhall.org.uk/events or pay on the door. All proceeds help towards the Town Hall Restoration Project.

18th - The Deepings Flower Club start their season with a

National Demonstrator and very popular friend to their club, Barbara Collins. Barbara’s theme will be ‘Floral Moments’.

New members are always welcome. Annual membership £30 or if you wish to attend as a visitor £6 - they meet at the Priory Church Hall, Deeping St James, (Third Tues. of the month) 7pm for 7.30pm. Raffle, tea & coffee.

19th - Nene and Welland Oddfellows Friendship Lunch,

Riverside Hotel, Surfleet. Book your place with Christine, 07714 096801.

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Events - February 2020

Gigs and Musical Events

21st - Glinton Horticultural Society talk by Twigs Way,

1st - Live Country Music evening at Masonic Centre Hall, 1-2

“Digging for Victory.” Glinton Village Hall, 7.30pm. All welcome, members £3, visitors £4 - includes tea and biscuits.

22nd - The Deepings Camera Club ‘Annual Photographic

Exhibition’ will be held at the Deepings Community Centre, Douglas Road, Market Deeping, PE6 8PA, 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. and Sunday 23rd February 10.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m. Please come along and view the outstanding work of local photographers and vote for your favourite images. Free entry.

Roman Bank, Bourne, Lincs PE10 9LQ. First-class Country singers from around the UK, this month Daniel Berry: whether you’re a line dancer or a listener, these evenings are for everyone who appreciates good Country music. Entrance £9, raffle and Irish Bingo; no bar, so bring your own drinks. For further information, phone Donna 07718972329 or e-mail DCALiner@aol.com.

1st - Rock, pop and boogie with Cuttin’ Loose at The Jubilee

Garage, Bourne. 9pm.

21st - Lincs Wildlife Trust welcomes Dr Carl Soulsbury from

1st - Deeping Stage welcomes female lead four-piece band, Superheroes, playing a variety of covers. 9pm start.

24th - Indian Cookery Demonstration in Langtoft Village

6th - Open acoustic session at Mama Liz’s, 9a North St, Stamford, PE9 1EL. All styles and abilities welcome. Whether you sing or play an instrument, whatever your style you will be made to feel at home, as will non-performing audience members. No need to book a slot, just come along. Free entry to both performers and audience 8.00pm, in the restaurant.

Enquiries david.bailey20@btinternet.com.

Lincoln University to their February meeting when he will talk about ‘The Red Fox.’ Open to members and non-members, donation of £2.50 per adult which includes a drink, children free. 7-30pm at Bourne Methodist Church Hall. Visit their website at www.lincswildlife.com.

Hall. Doors open 7.00pm. for a 7.30 pm. start. Tickets £5.00 from Meraki Hair Design, 3b West End, Langtoft.

8th - Peterborough based, four-piece rock band, Racing the

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World, tonight at the Deeping Stage. 9pm start.

- Nene and Welland Oddfellows Surprise Bingo, Oddfellows Hall, Church Street, Market Deeping. For more information, call Andrew 07729519122.

15th - Popular Bourne band, Revolver, playing rock and Indie anthems at The Deeping Stage. 9pm.

26th - Malcolm Cook will be talking about “Seascapes,”

22nd - At the Deeping Stage tonight, female fronted band,

at Deepings Camera Club meeting. 7.30 p.m. – 9.30 p.m. at the Deepings Community Centre, Douglas Road, Market Deeping. Visitors are always welcome, £4 at the door.

26th - St Michael’s Church, Langtoft, soup lunches start

Sound Injectors, playing Ska, Reggae, Northern Soul, Blues and Pop from the ’60s onwards. 9pm start.

22nd - The Old Town Hall Bourne welcomes Sunjay: an

today, Ash Wednesday, and continue every Wednesday during Lent until April 1st. Come along to the church between 12noon and 2pm for a delicious bowl of homemade soup followed by cheese and biscuits and tea or coffee. The suggested donation is £4 and all money raised will be divided between Christian Aid and St Michael’s Church.

FORTHCOMING EVENTS

March 14th - March and District Model Railway Club presents a Model Railway Exhibition at Westwood Community Junior and Infant School, Maple Grove, March PE15 8JT from 10am-4-30pm. A variety of layouts, trade stands, demonstrations, steam traction rides and refreshments. Entrance £5 adults, £2 children, £10 family (2 adults and three children). Free parking. For further information visit www.mdmrc.co.uk.

evening with Sunjay is an evening of exquisite Blues, Country and Folk music combined with a master class in guitar playing, interspersed with hilarious anecdotes. Drawing from a rich, musical and cultural background, it is hardly surprising that Sunjay has quickly become recognised as one of the UK’s rising stars. Doors open 6.30pm, start 7.30pm, licensed bar - tickets £12 from www.bournetownhall.org/events.

23rd - Glasshouse Acoustic: Sunday afternoon, relax and

unwind whilst listening to some superb local talent at the Key Theatre bar Peterborough. 2.30pm – 5.30pm, doors 2pm. This month: John Mosedale, The Old Grey Dogs and Eva Rose.

27th - Open Mic Session at John Clare Cottage, Helpston, 6-30pm for 7pm start. Come along to the café at the John Clare Cottage to play your instruments, sing or listen to other performers, led by Rev. Dave Maylor, (blues guitar.)

Refreshments, including a licensed bar. Free entry; there will be an opportunity to give a donation, the monies being divided between the John Clare Trust and St Botolph’s.

27th - Lawrence’s singaround, acoustic-only songs and music, all styles. 7.30pm at the Red Lion, 48 King Street, West Deeping, PE6 9HP. For further details, phone 01733 253347.

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28th - Morton Village Concerts welcome Winter Wilson at Morton Village Hall, 7.30pm start. To book contact rexcons@ aol.com. or on 01778 570370.Tickets adults £10.00, 11 – 18yrs £5.00, under 11yrs free.

29th - Audios at the Deeping Stage tonight at 9pm.

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VALENTINE’S DAY TREAT

For all you Romantics!

UK NUMBER ONE ʻLOVEʼ SONGS Fill in the gaps, either with the title or the performer:

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Ray C - - - - - - : I Can't Stop Loving You (1962)

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The Beatles: She L - - - - You (1963)

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The R - - - - - - - - Brothers: You've Lost That Loving Feeling (1965)

12) U - - - : (I Can't Help) Falling In Love With You (1993)

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Edison Lighthouse – Love Grows (Where My - - - - - - - - Goes) (1970)

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Little J - - - - O - - - - - : Long Haired Lover From - - - - - - - - - (1972)

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- - - C: I'm Not In Love (1975)

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Showaddywaddy – Under The M - - O - L - - - (1976)

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S - - - C - - - : Tainted Love (1981)

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F - - - - - - Goes To Hollywood: The P - - - - Of Love (1984)

11) Phil Collins: A G - - - - - Kind Of Love (1988)

13) Wet Wet Wet: Love Is A - - A - - - - - (1994) 14) B - - - - - - : Crazy In Love (2003) 15) Leona Lewis: B - - - - - - - Love (2007) 16) J - - : Everybody In Love (2009) 17) R - - - - - - feat. C - - - - - Harris: We Found Love (2011) 18) John Newman: Love Me A - - - - (2013) 19) David G - - - - - : Lovers On The Sun (2014) 20) Justin B - - - - - : Love Yourself (2015)

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Valentine’s a Coming!

4.3 million unwanted kittens, born each year in the UK.

It won’t be long now before we notice the longer days, with spring just around the corner. Already, birdsong is noisy in the predawn light as the males start to claim their territories.

Female rabbits (does) have cycles throughout the breeding season that last about two weeks. During this time, she will start to nestSo, if birds are doing it, it won’t be long before build by plucking the fur from her dewlap and bees are doing it and cats are already most developing a corner of the run into a cosy definitely falling in love. Spring and autumn

By Deirdre nest. Some females can become aggressive Wilson are the breeding seasons for cats. If you have at this time, defending their area, and will bite a queen (a young female cat) and she has not and kick owners when previously they were yet been neutered, she may have started ‘calling’. Many very affectionate. Spaying your female rabbit will help owners worry about their cat when it is rolling around the to reduce this type of behaviour, although some extra floor and crying, but this is normal behaviour. Sensibly, reward training may be necessary. most owners keep their queens in until they have been How many times have owners come in with two rabbits spayed, usually from four and a half months of age. of the same sex only to find out they’ve got one of So, what about the tom (male) cats? Once a male cat each? – “Lots” is the answer, as baby rabbits are really has been neutered, (best done at around six months), hard to sex correctly. Bucks (male rabbits) are much he will lose the urge to roam and fight. The stench of easier to neuter than does and we tend to do this from ‘entire’ tom cat urine is overpowering, and fortunately, four months of age. They need to be separated from the this will also disappear. Most tom cats become the females in the recovery period and your vet will give you home-loving, affectionate and fun pets we want advice on this. them to be, and it is also a social responsibility. By So … love may be in the air, but if we’re careful, neutering toms and therefore, preventing unplanned cat hopefully there will be no consequences from it! pregnancies, we can help to deal with the problem of

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Lets With Pets The Housing Secretary, Robert Jenrick MP, recently announced changes to the model tenancy contract, that will hopefully mean there will be more pet-friendly rental homes available across the UK. Following this, Clare Kivlehan, (Head of Outreach Projects at Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity) sent this letter out to explain the situation: “As the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, Dogs Trust believes that the benefits of pet ownership shouldn’t be exclusive to homeowners, but open to private and social renters as well. With the number of people privately renting increasing year on year, the news that the Government is looking to make it easier for private tenants to have pets in their homes, has never been more important.

Sadly, the single biggest reason we see dogs handed in to our rehoming centres is due to a change in the owner’s circumstances, such as being unable to live in a rented property with a pet. This can also stop people coming forward to adopt rescue animals. This needs to change and we sincerely hope the proposed updates

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For over a decade, Dogs Trust has been working with landlords, letting agencies and the property industry on this issue. It’s important that any updates to the model tenancy contract are backed up with appropriate guidance for landlords on how to put the changes into practice to make it fully effective and mutually beneficial for all parties involved.

We welcome the opportunity to work alongside other animal welfare organisations and the Government to ensure this forthcoming change positively impacts the property sector, and that more pet-friendly rental homes become available.”

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New Deepings Record for Tom at Scottish Swimming Championships A trio of Deepings Swimming Club youth swimmers travelled to Edinburgh recently, after qualifying for the Scottish National Short Course Championships.

Taking place at the Royal Commonwealth Pool, this is a three-day event attracting some of the best swimmers from across the UK. Representing Deepings were Bethany Eagle-Brown, Holly Leggott and Tom Neal. Due to injury, Lorna McGill and Louis Metselaar were unfortunately forced to withdraw.

Between them, Bethany, Holly and Tom raced in nineteen events, achieved four personal bests and set one new Deepings club record to finish 2019 in style. Tom led the way with three career best swims, breaking his own Deepings club record in the 100m backstroke event.

Sixteen-year-old Bethany qualified for seven events to cap an excellent 2019 during which she also raced at the British Summer Championships for the first time. Holly competed in five events and was back to her best form for the season, close to her lifetime PBs.

Above: Tom Neal, Holly Leggott and Bethany Eagle-Brown in Edinburgh for the Scottish Short Course Championships Right: Holly Leggott, Tom Neal and Bethany EagleBrown competed in 19 events at the Scottish Short Course Championships

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Hollyoak Kitchens Suppliers and installer of quality kitchens Free Design and Quotation Alterations and building works undertaken Over 30 years experience

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CLOCK REPAIRS

The Clock Shop Watch & Clock repairs & restoration FREE QUOTATION

Contact Kevin

GARDEN SERVICES

Muddy Feet Landscaping

Hedge Cutting, Tree Surgery & Garden Maintenance

• Fencing/Gates/Driveways - stone and brickwork • Shaping, Pruning & Felling Of Small Trees • Conifer Topping & Reducing • Beds & Borders • Weed Maintenance • Shrub Reducing • Garden Clearance • Levelling Of Soil • Seeding & Turfing • Fully Insured

T: 01778 392550 E: andrew75kevin@gmail.com W: www.watchclockrepairs.co.uk

Contact keith: 01775 841165 or 07833 477372 Email: keithedodd@gmail.com

cleaning services

garden services

Soft Washing Roof Cleaning Driveway Cleaning “10 Years of providing a Professional & Quality Service” Patio Cleaning • Up & Over Garage Doors Gutter Cleaning • Sectional Garage Doors Tel: 01778 329010 Chimney Sweeping • Roller Shutters www.mrcleverclean.com Render Cleaning • Automated Garage Doors

Tree, Hedge and Garden Services

• 24 Hour Repair Service • Garage Doors Servicing • Fascia & Soffits Doors and gates • Guttering

“10 Years of providing a Professional & All services carried out to the highest “10 Years ofService” providing a Professional & Quality Service” Quality standard and leaving every property secure

• Up & Over Garage • Up & Over GarageDoors Doors • Sectional Garage Doors • Roller Shutters Contact us today for your FREE Quotation on: • Automated Garage Doors • 24 Hour Repair Service • Sectional Garage Doors t. 01778 252121 | m. 07414 896711 •• Garage Doors Servicing • Fascia & Soffits • Guttering Roller Shutters

Garage Doors Contact •usAutomated today for your FREE Quotation on:

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www.cooper-garage-doors.co.uk standard and leaving every property secure

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07414 896711 • Garage Doors Servicing e. coopergaragedoors@btinternet.com | www.cooper-garage-doors.co.uk • Fascia & Soffits • Guttering

DRAINAGE

Manley Drainage Ltd For all your Drainage needs Call

now!

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Simon Manley

www.cooper-garage-doors.co.uk 01778 702560 | 07769 707361 | manleydrainage@live.co.uk

All types of garden maintenance • Grass cutting and lawn care • Beds, borders and weed control • Rotovating, turfing and seeding • Tree surgery and conifer work • Felling, pruning and shaping • Hedge cutting and shrub trimming • Garden clearance and rubbish removal • Driveways, patios and fencing

John Holland 07957 185487 or 01775 720558 50 Little London, Spalding PE11 2UE

ALL WORK GUARANTEED • FULLY INSURED

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE CALL 01733 686255 OR 07961 486933 PRICES START FROM JUST

£19

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ELECTRICIAN

handy services

APM. Handyman Services. www.altoelectrical.co.uk Qualified male and female electricians, fully insured and NICEIC “Part P” registered.

Available for all your electrical requirements.

Alto Electrical is a family run local business, offering a friendly and professional service that you can depend on, from contact to completion.

If you would like any electrical advice or would like a free consultation, please call the office and we will be happy to help.

• Lighting • Fault Finding • Fuseboards/ Consumer Units • Immersion Heater Installation/Repair • Landlord Reports / Safety Checks • Rewires • Smoke Alarms

• Storage Heating • Additional Sockets • Emergency Call outs • Electrical Installation Condition Report (Periodic Testing)

Call 01778 772 595 or 01780 693595

• Roofing & Gutter Maintenance • Painting & Decorating • Garden Maintenance • Carpentry Work No Job too

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Tel: 01778 342322 Mobile: 07775 663971 Email: apm.access5@gmail.com Maintenance

furnishings

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INTERIORS

Bespoke Curtains & Blinds Roller Blinds • Wooden Venetian Verticals • Soft Furnishings Curtain Poles & Tracks Full measuring and fitting service available chapman@outlook.com

Call now for a Free consultation 01778 424553 | 07701 017092 Email: karen.chapman@outlook.com

locksmith

Martin Coulson Ibal qualified locksmith

First Pick Locks Telephone: 07471 900474 Facebook: Martin Coulson

Email: moose.coulson@hotmail.co.uk

www.windowrepairslincs.com

painting and decorating

Neil Armstrong Painter & Decorator Specialising in all aspects of painting and decorating services, including interior and exterior for residential purposes.

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All work fully guaranteed. Free, no obligation estimates on request.

Professional service.

Call Neil today on 07377 681 191 Email: neil1975armstrong@gmail.com Deeping St James, PE11 3DW 64

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PC LAPTOPS AND REPAIRS

PC or Laptop Issues? Better call Ray! Sales • Service • Training

CALL 01733 686255 OR 07961 486933

Let me assist you with your problems.

Virus removal to full re-builds. Upgrade work undertaken. Extensive range of new and used equipment.

Tel: 01778 420362

Email: sales@bournecomputerstore.co.uk

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE

Bourne Computer Store

Unit 4, Crown Walk, West Street, Bourne, Lincolnshire, PE10 9PB

PRICES START FROM JUST £19

tree services

plumber

PINE WOOD TREE CARE

R J MILLS AND SONS REGISTERED PLUMBERS

NOW IS THE TIME TO GIVE YOUR TREES THE PRUNE THEY NEED

Why choose Pine Woods?

• Competitive rates • Friendly & honest approach • We undertake all aspects of tree work • Free estimates, quotes & advice • Provide references upon request

What we do?

• Tree Felling • Thinning & Pruning • Lopping & Topping • Hedge Trimming • Stump Grinding • Power Washing • Graveling Proud member of Trustatrader

For a FREE estimate with no obligation E: andrewwinters83@outlook.com ■ T: 01733 322 562 ■ M: 07468 442 002

24 HOUR EMERGENCY PLUMBING Call us 1st...

“We will always answer the phone”

NO JOB TOO SMALL www.rjmillsandsons.com r.j.millsandsons@googlemail.com

Matthew Mills

01778 347308 / 07545 270482 Covering a 25 mile radius of Peterborough Cancelling while en route will result in a charge

windows and doors

M Oglesby Installations Quality uPVC Windows & Doors

Repair - Don’t replace

Full uPVC repair service including:

• MISTED UNITS • LOCKS • HINGES • HANDLES

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Have you just moved into your new house?

Do you need your locks replaced?

Are you a Landlord? Repairing could save you £££’s

01775 712973 / 07538 997460

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E: moglesbyinstallations@googlemail.com

plumbing and heating

Electrical, Plumbing Heating And Appliances Alan Stephenson

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE CALL 01733 686255 OR 07961 486933

› Installation/repair of heating systems › Installation/repair of Plumbing systems › Installation/repair of Electrical systems › Repair servicing Oil Boilers › Repair work to all appliances

T: 01778 345860 M: 07739 988711

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CALL TODAY

Fall in love

01778 349300

with a property from Briggs Residential this Valentine’s month

Every town has a variety of styles of estate agent, from the soulless “corporate” agency driven by figures, to the one-man band; from arty-contemporary to pushy-salesy. Each type tends to appeal to a specific sector of the property-owning community, and rightly so – buyers and sellers alike need to feel comfortable working with an agent that reflects their own values.

So perhaps it’s time we actually spelt out exactly the type of approach we strive to adopt. Certainly many have commented that our office design and website has a pleasant contemporary feel, but what does this actually say about the people behind the business, and how would this impact on you as buyer or seller?

As an independent agency, we have the flexibility to adopt whatever approach we feel if of greatest benefit to our clients. Without the constraints of corporate standardisation, our values are more likely to be a reflection of our own aspirations.

If you were to analyse the approach we take to estate agency and business generally, you’d find us to be highly personable and empathetic to the needs of our clients, that we have time to listen with interest, and that we believe in providing straight-talking, good advice that is responsibly realistic rather than insincerely flattering.

Ultimately, it comes down to transparency and integrity, which are the cornerstones of our business. When combined with the passion we also have for results, the balance is a unique and enjoyable service of which we are extremely proud.

It follows that when we employ new staff, they also mirror our values and quickly share the same sense of pride.

Indeed, our very low staff turnover rate is a reflection of a happy ship – something on which many of our clients have commented!

Sometimes, when you feel the formula is right, it does no harm to shout about it a bit! Why not call us on Briggs Residential and see what all the fuss is about for yourself?

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