Discovering the Deepings issue 071, May 2021

Issue 71 / May 2021

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Welcome to your May issue...

We can honestly say that this year’s April’s winds will certainly have shaken, what Shakespeare called, “the darling buds of May”.

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pril has seen one warm day of sunshine followed by hail stones and freezing temperatures the next. Roll on summertime!

However, many people this year seem not so bothered about the weather, but rather just how wonderful life will become once this lockdown is over.

Inside Highlights

At the time of writing, it’s touch and go whether the hairdressers will be able to cope with the accumulations of lopped locks of hair, or whether our pub gardens will be anything like big enough for everyone clamouring for that first “out of lockdown drink”.

20................ Alto Electrical – Defibrillators.

22................. 26 Letters, Buy to Let. 26................. Mortgage Advice from Agentis.

28................. Words from the Mayor of

Whatever it is that you have been longing for these last few months, let’s hope that it can come your way and that we can all make the most of the improvements to come, especially with the weather!

29................. Green Thumb lawn treatment.

34................. Tribute to Rex Needle.

40-41........ Deep-In Aesthetics.

42................. Travel Column – “Seacations”.

44................ Tallington Lakes feature.

45................. Greenwood Homecare.

52................. A Local Walk: Barnack and

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Sad news of the gentleman in Scotland being refused service in a post-lockdown pub, just because he did not have a smartphone to order food and drinks on an app. “I thought it was really ageist, because they should know that people of my age can’t use this sophisticated equipment,” said David Walters (78).

I suppose one consolation for us all, if this trend of everything becoming “tech-reliant” continues, will be a peaceful scene where, not only will groups of people sit glued to their screens in silence, but there won’t even be the need for anyone to shout, “Oy, five more lagers here, mate!”

Finally, when I was asked to explain what my job as an editor actually involved, I was able to reply, “Well, to cut a long story short …”

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4-5............... Kellyvision feature.

6-7............... Cawoods Electricians for solar panels.

Market Deeping.

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54................. Let’s Get Quizzical!

56................. Recipe for Panna cotta.

58................. Community Matters: Cranes back at Willow Tree Fen.

59................. What’s happening at Vine House Farm.

61.................. “Kidz Puzzle Page”.

62................. Local History: The quest for pure water.

64-65....... Bakkavor creates 150 jobs in Bourne.

66................. What’s on: Events guide for May. 67................. Pets and Vets: Shoulder injuries in dogs.

Discovering Magazines, PO Box 164, Bourne PE10 1ET Publisher and Sales Claire Saberton 01778 421427 | 07837 499061 | sales@discoveringmagazines.co.uk Ops Director Andy Armstrong: 07780 922214 Accounts Sarah Brooks: 07564 966452 | accounts@discoveringmagazines.co.uk Group Editor John Schwarz | editor.bourne@discoveringmagazines.co.uk Design Graham Copestake | Sarah Gumbley | Andy Beavis | Rob Harradine Events Hilary Bloomer | hilary@discoveringmagazines.co.uk Sales Tori Martin 07498 588487 info@discoveringmagazines.co.uk

75-80....... Classified businesses directory.

With thanks to:

Matthew Biggs, Lee Jeffrey, Andy Pelling, Coleen Everitt, Luca Palumbo, Nick Ash, Marika Riddick, Deepings Heritage, Vine House Farm, Deirdre Wilson, Joshua Yarham

Deadline details:

Copy deadline for the June issue is Monday, 10th May 2021.

Discovering Deeping is published by a local team and is not associated with any other business. Care is taken to ensure that the content and information is correct at the time of going to press; however, we cannot take any responsibility for loss, damage or omission caused by any errors. Permission must be granted to reproduce, copy or scan anything from this publication. For a copy of our contributors’ guidelines please email info@discoveringmagazines.co.uk.

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As big names on the High Street, such as John Lewis in Peterborough, are feeling the dire consequences of the economic downturn in retail activity, and some are even being forced to call it a day, there could now exist genuine opportunities for the likes of Kellyvision to move into the space left behind. Director, Lee Cochrane, is in no doubt that the smaller independent supplier like Kellyvision has long been able to hold its own against tough competition from both the larger organisations and the ubiquitous internet.

“People don’t realise that we can match the Currys PC World and John Lewis price tags and also provide the friendly advice and recommendations, so important when comparing models and specifications”, he explains, and then adds that Kellyvision is also ready, willing and able to deliver and install their merchandise.

Originally selling audio visual products, Kellyvision then expanded into “white goods” i.e. cookers, washing machines, refrigerators, toasters and kettles – in fact, everything you may need for the home. They are an authorised specialist dealer of Sony for home entertainment, and stockists of Hotpoint, Indesit, Smeg, Siemens, Neff, Bosch, Samsung and Liebherr, both freestanding and builtin appliances. They can also provide certified gas appliance removal and connection, together with free site surveys for aerial installations.

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“Many customers are making investments in their own homes rather than moving,” explained Lee, “ so, as kitchen appliance sales grew vastly, it was a natural progression to offer our full kitchen design and installation service too.”

Kellyvision not only offer competitive prices but an after sales service that is unrivalled.

Many items are held in stock for prompt delivery and, as members of one of the largest buying groups in the UK, they are able to access a much larger range of makes and models, if required.

Their sales staff receive regular product training to offer their customers informed choices and, having recently won the Sirius Buying Group Business Retailer of the Year 2020, the Retailer of the Year at the Fenland Business Awards and Best Small Independent Retailer from the Independent Electrical Retailer Group, Kellyvision pride themselves on exceptional customer service, quality products, excellent prices and superb service, so why not visit Kellyvision’s Whittlesey store?

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Time for Solar Panels and an Electric Vehicle Charging Point?

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rom a fuse change to a full rewire, new house electrical design and installation to complete industrial complex, Cawoods electricians have the expertise to ensure your electrical installation is safe and compliant. Based in Peterborough and established for over fifteen years, Cawoods is very much an evolving company, eager to embrace new technologies in the electrical and renewable fields.

Solar PV (photovoltaic) Systems Cawoods have designed and installed solar arrays in numerous locations around the UK, for domestic, commercial, agricultural, and community projects, and are now looking to bring to this region, more so than ever before, the enormous benefits to be gained from the installation of solar panels.

Cawoods quote, supply and install the systems themselves, and the vast majority of their work comes from existing customer referrals. They can also offer maintenance, fault finding, repair and support for any solar PV system.

or wondering whether you are overloading your home’s electrical supply. Cawoods will advise you on the type and positioning of your charge point and install a dedicated electrical circuit, as well as discussing any additional sockets you may want to have installed.

Solar PV Integration Driving an electric car that is charged by your solar panels is an excellent way to ensure your transportation is both cost-efficient and emissionsfree. Many electric vehicle owners think of the purchasing a solar system as pre-buying their fuel for the next few years – at a cost that is very quickly repaid. With rising energy costs and the everincreasing prices of public charge points, it makes perfect sense to charge your vehicle at home for free. A typical 4kWp residential solar PV system will produce enough energy to power both your home and charge your electric car.

Financing Your Project Cawoods Electricians have partnered with Kandoo, a regulated credit broker, to offer all their customers a range of highly flexible finance options. Kandoo is a comparison service that searches to find you the best Personal Loan or Secured Lending option that’s right for you. Details can be found via the Cawoods’ website www.cawoods.net/finance

Special Offer Cawoods are eager to bring you the many benefits of their expertise in this exciting field of electrical renewables.

Let Cawoods install a solar PV 4kW array (8-10 panels), battery storage and a free electric vehicle charging point, all from as little as £164 per month, (inclusive of VAT), with no deposit required.

Battery storage is a “must have” addition to any solar PV system and, as such, Cawoods are proud to be Certified Installers for Tesla Powerwall 2. They can also install other battery solutions from VARTA and LG, for example. Installing a solar PV system is not only a sound investment, it will also shelter you from ever-increasing energy costs, and reduce your carbon footprint.

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aving been an estate agent in Peterborough and the surrounding areas now for twenty years, I feel I can bring something different to the market-place, importing all the good I have learned along the way into Adepto Homes. I also live in Deeping St James and have a passion for the area and find it easy to sell the great things that the Deepings can bring to potential buyers.

I think estate agency has changed so much and I believe it’s not just about being the local estate agent in Deeping and reliant on a local market; a much wider range of buyers across Peterborough is now looking to move locally.

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hen I was approached recently and asked to install a defibrillator, I felt honoured to be asked, and jumped at the chance. Russell Hamilton from Nassington Heart Safe Community contacted me and, even before he had the chance to fully explain what he wanted to do, the answer was already “Yes”!

Russell had no idea when he contacted me that my son has a heart condition, and just a few years ago had life-saving open-heart surgery.

After his surgery, he went on to have “episodes” which, in an adult, would be classed as a heart attack. As it is so rare for children to have heart attacks, it is not well researched enough for the doctors to diagnose it is a “heart attack” though.

So, when I was given the opportunity to use my resources to help, I felt happy to contribute towards a cause so close to my own heart, plus speaking to Russell is so inspiring. An ex-paramedic, with a doctor for a wife, they are so passionate about making defibrillators more accessible. You can find out more about what they are doing at www.NassingtonHeartSafeCommunity.org.

It had me thinking about the defibrillators near me. Are they accessible and are there enough of them? If one of my family members were to have a heart attack, would I know where to go? No, I wouldn’t … would you?

That very day, I found out where our nearest unit was and made sure my husband was aware too, giving him directions and describing what it looks like. Some are kept hidden because they are seen as ugly, which is such

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It also had me thinking that, as a communityfocused business, we help as many charities and projects as we can afford to. I want to help to try and get defibrillators so they are accessible to everyone but, as a small business, we can only do so much.

I would love to know if anyone has any ideas on how we can help get this rolled out across our towns and villages.

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An old property with “character” may capture your heart but buy with your head!

An older property may suit an owneroccupier keen on DIY but might be a maintenance nightmare for a landlord.

However, bear in mind that the property sales market can fluctuate, sometimes significantly.

Also, your buy-to-let may be tenanted on a fixed-term lease so, if you think you may need to release the money at short notice by selling the property, this may not be the option for you.

If you are in it for the long-term, the income can be significantly better than many other forms of investment. As an example, from our personal portfolio, a property purchased for £105,000 seven years ago is now worth around £165,000 and has produced an average yield* of 6% after costs. (* yield is the income per annum as a percentage of the capital outlay).

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uying a property is always said to be the biggest purchase any of us will ever make and, for many of us, we create memories and families and call these properties “home”.

We generally go to great lengths to look after anything in the property with buildings and contents insurance; we have mobile phone insurance and pet insurance, and rightly so as I choose to make sure my pet cats, Ned and Ralph, are fully insured. We will make sure all our tools are protected in the garden shed but the one thing we tend to neglect is ourselves!

We do not realise that what is keeping our houses warm and making them a home is us, and we all know if we just keep working and paying the bills that will be the case, but what if something one day was to stop you? What if the cash machine (us) just stopped dispensing money?

If the past twelve months have taught me anything, it is that anything can happen when you least expect it, and one of the most important aspects of my job is to make sure that everyone I speak to is aware that we can advise you on how to make

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The misconception is that these policies are either too expensive, not needed or not worth the money you pay for them. The question I always ask my clients to consider is, “How much are you worth over the next twenty, twenty-five or even thirty years? Now weigh that up against the cost of the policy to protect what you are worth to yourself and your family.

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On Friday April 9th, we all heard the sad news of the passing of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

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he Town Council sent its condolences on behalf of all residents of Market Deeping to Her Majesty, the Queen and the Royal Family. As the longest

serving Prince Consort, Prince Philip dedicated his life to supporting Her Majesty and to public service. The nation has lost a loyal and dedicated public servant. The funeral took place at St. George’s Chapel, Windsor, on Saturday April 17th and it was a sight to behold the love and support Prince Philip generated and earned.

From Monday April 12th, it was welcome news and a very happy sight to see some retail and outside hospitality ventures reopen once again. Normality is slowly but surely resuming in all of our day-today lives and I hope that personal responsibility

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The Sanctum Project is now in its final stages of completion and the surrounding gardens look especially welcome as spring arrives.

Further, the playpark on John Eve Field is fully renovated and the BMX Track is soon to be resurfaced, as and when necessary.

All committees have met for the last time before the AGM of the Town Council in May. The Mayor and Deputy Mayor positions will be voted on for another year, as well as the chairs and members of the various committees. It is set to be a full agenda with ample vision and progress in mind to utilise the Town Council’s resources efficiently.

I hope that you all stay well and healthy through the improving weather and “impending freedom” from Monday June 21st.

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“Discovering Bourne” Pays Tribute to Bourne Historian

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It is almost ten years since the “Discovering Bourne” magazine first appeared and, in that time our readers have had the opportunity to discover so many of the town’s stories from the past.

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In January 2016, Rex was invited to share his opinions with readers of “Discovering Bourne”, as the incumbent in our “In the Hot Seat” feature. The following extracts may shed some light on the man who was to become one of Bourne’s favourite ‘adopted sons’:

Sadly, Rex passed away on March 22nd , 2021, aged ninety, following a short illness, with his wife of fiftyeight years, Elke, and son Justin by his side.

He leaves behind a grandson Anton and two elder brothers but, in terms of his ‘back catalogue’, one enormous collection of fascinating historical documents, books and photographs will be his legacy for the future.

✤ “I was born in Peterborough and spent many years singing with the church choir which gave me a lifelong appreciation of sacred music”.

As a result of his knowledge and enthusiasm for the Heritage Centre, housed in Baldock’s Mill on South Street, Mr Needle was made an honorary member of Bourne Civic Society. Brenda Jones, the Chairman of the Civic Society and a neighbour of Elke and Rex, confirmed Rex’s role in ensuring that Bourne’s fascinating past should be kept alive for future residents of his adopted town.

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his new concept for 2021 involves the majority of cruise lines having created UK-based trips that will either be coastal sailings (where guests will remain on board throughout, enjoying the service and facilities that they know and love) or traditional cruise itineraries with stop-offs along the journey.

The ‘Summer Soiree’ sailings are from Portsmouth (with a total of six sailings this August). Three nights from £499 pp and four nights from £599 pp. in sea terrace (balcony) cabins.

P & O BRITANNIA AND IONA SAILINGS Britannia will sail the South Coastal areas and Iona will be doing a series of seven-night itineraries, covering the Scottish coastal waters and islands including Iona (no clients to disembark.)

The cruise lines have implemented a number of COVID-safe measures to reassure guests of the safety of their cruises. Some cruise lines insist on vaccination certificates plus a negative Covid PCR test for all over eighteen years of age. Some will accept all ages with a negative Covid PCR test. This is a wonderful alternative to a UK break, giving you the opportunity to try a cruise at almost the same cost as a UK break.

Britannia – Three and four nights from £449pp from Southampton, at reduced capacity and presently with only ‘ocean view’ and balcony cabins available. Iona – Seven nights sailings from £799pp.

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VIRGIN VOYAGES

MSC’s flagship MSC VIRTUOSA starts her maiden voyages from the UK this summer to perform her inaugural season around the British Isles.

New for 2021, Virgin Voyages are offering adult-only cruises for vaccinated UK residents, a brilliant staycation-at-sea, on board Scarlet Lady this summer.

Providing UK guests and their families and opportunity for a much-deserved all-inclusive, safe and memorable holiday. Prices from £499 for four nights and £849 for 7 nights.

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Sailors will be offered a first taste of sailing on Scarlet Lady, which includes: Michelininspired dining experiences, luxurious spa treatments, unlimited fitness classes, entertainment featuring local British talent, and of course an adult-only sailing experience.

DISNEY MAGIC AT SEA UK sailings from July 15th are perfect for families with younger children or a break for an extended family, include the grandparents.

For more information on these “seacations”, please give me a call or drop me an e-mail.

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Family-Friendly Fun, On or Off the Water!

s the lockdown eases, more and more of us are clamouring to spend whatever time we can outside. Tallington Lakes Leisure Park offers everyone something exciting, with a range of activities and facilities at your disposal, all adhering to the government guidelines. Tallington Lakes caters for outdoor explorers of all ages, who thrive in the fresh air, whether that’s in or out of the water.

Tallington Lakes is home to several lakes where you can find a variety of activities at our Watersports Centre.

Get that sought-after “blue therapy” through stand-up paddle boarding (SUPing), kayaking or canoeing. These firm favourites allow you to take in our picturesque lakes, spot some wildlife, and enjoy the great outdoors.

If you want to go it alone or double up with friends, we have any craft to suit the occasion. What’s more, open water swimming offers a great opportunity for those competent swimmers to immerse themselves fully in the experience more often, (wetsuits and tow-floats are required).

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If you’d rather keep your feet firmly on land, there’s plenty to try too at the Dry Slope with the opportunity for private ski and snowboard lessons any time. Alternatively, have the children entertain themselves with that crowd pleaser, tobogganing.

Our Climbing and Abseiling Wall is ready and waiting for those who don’t mind heights.

Tallington Lakes can also provide light retail therapy at our Pro Shop; now stocking outdoor apparel and the latest for walking and running – all essential for a great day out. And with the unpredictable British weather, we’ve got you covered. We offer a Boot Fitting Service for walking boots to maximise your comfort; don’t let post-lockdown break your new walking habits! Pop in, speak to our knowledgeable staff and we can help you get ready for your next big adventure.

All our activities offer Family-Friendly Fun in one place. Please book in advance to avoid disappointment and to keep in line with government guidelines.

Please call 01778 347000 for more information.

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Dependable and Rooted in the Community

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ue to increasing demand, as its reputation for first-rate quality grows, Greenwood Homecare has now expanded its operation. Domiciliary care is now provided, (principally, although not exclusively, for the elderly), not just for the area within a fifteen miles radius of Peterborough, but also for those areas surrounding their offices in Spalding, Grantham and Huntingdon.

The range of services offered by Greenwood Homecare is impressive. For “personal care”, they can provide daytime visits, overnight care or 24/7 live-in care. Preparation and cooking of meals, washing and dressing, mobility assistance and medication support are amongst the many and varied components of any highly personalised package they are able to provide. They also offer specialised respite care, companionship,

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palliative care and several more, full details for which are to be found on their website at www.greenwoodhomecare.co.uk.

Director, Tom Chance, who established the company in 2017, puts great emphasis on the quality of his team of carers, all fully trained and rigorously checked, and devoted to going above and beyond for their clients, following detailed care plans that are constantly updated to match the needs of the individual.

As he explains, “Our carers take pride in providing individualised care that truly benefits the service user. No need is too small to be noted, and we believe in going the extra mile to ensure our clients know we care.”

The impressive number of glowing testimonials by delighted clients and their grateful family members speak volumes for the quality of service provided by Greenwood Homecare.

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Spring is in the Air

at Fenchurch House Care Home

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esidents at Country Court Care Homes have been celebrating springtime with a month of springthemed activities in their care homes. Each of their thirty-three homes has been taking part in activities with a different springinspired theme for each week, with prizes for the winner. In week one, residents enjoyed nature and wildlife activities, during week two they have been getting creative by writing stories and poetry.

Week three saw some springtime baking and week four was all about preparing for the Easter weekend and decorating their home to mark Easter and the beginning of spring.

At Fenchurch House Care Home in Spalding, residents enjoyed Easter-themed crafts including making cards to send to their relatives and friends.

They have also been outside in the springtime sunshine making the most of their brand-new summer house to enjoy quizzes and games outdoors. They made their own Easter bonnets and had a fun afternoon choosing their favourite.

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Congratulations went to Audrey for the best bonnet!

“It’s been a long winter for our residents so we’re celebrating spring with some new activities for residents to engage with,” explained Suria Webb, Home Manager at Fenchurch House Care Home. “With springtime now upon us, it is the ideal time to feel hopeful and optimistic about the coming summer and gradual return to normal life for our residents”.

For more information about Fenchurch House Care Home, contact Morgan Hicks on 07834 790 400 or e-mail morgan.hicks@countrycourtcare.com.

Country Court was founded in 1983 by Roshan Bogha and current Chairman, Abdul Kachra, with the opening of their first care home, Beech Lodge in Holbeach. The care home’s reputation soon grew, led by kindness, compassion and dignity. It remains a family-run business to this day, with the company philosophy, “Our family caring for yours” at the heart of every home.

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New Luxury Care Home Open Days

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Fenchurch House provides the kind of care we’d want all of our loved ones to receive. Our brand new home is luxurious and beautifully furnished, whilst retaining a warm family atmosphere that makes Fenchurch House feel extra special. In these difficult times the elderly population is particularly vulnerable at home. If you’re concerned about how you or a relative will cope and would like to have more support, Fenchurch House Care Homeprovides offers peace of mind andwe’d security, a of special setting.

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Will & Probate Services

2021: The Year to Protect You and Your Family.

ADVICE FROM NICK ASH, MANAGING DIRECTOR WILL AND PROBATE SERVICES

Powers of Attorney

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ost people have heard the term ‘Powers of Attorney’ and some may have an idea of what they can do for you but, just like writing a will, most people have never got around to putting one in place.

In fact, nine out of ten of you reading this piece won’t have Powers of Attorney in place!

So, why should you have them and how do they protect you and your family? Put simply, it allows someone you choose to make decisions for you on your behalf if you cannot make them for yourself.

If I asked you today who you wanted to make your care arrangements if you were to get dementia, you would probably tell me your spouse, or your children. I have never met anyone who told me “Lincolnshire or Cambridgeshire Social Services”, but that is the reality most people could be facing.

If I asked you who you would want to pay your bills and manage your financial affairs, you would probably give a similar answer; you certainly wouldn’t say “The Court of Protection”. But again, that is the risk you run by not having a Power of Attorney in place.

Lasting Powers of Attorney are probably the most important documents that you could make. You do it once, and the two documents last a lifetime, hence the name. You choose who looks after you if you cannot manage, and on what terms. Because they affect you whilst you are alive, they are probably even more important than a will, but 90% of people still do not have them.

If you want to protect yourself and your family from interference by the courts and your local authority, please get in touch and book a call with one of our consultants.

When you do, be sure to ask them about the reallife experiences that we have had when trying to arrange things with and without a Power of Attorney in place. The differences are stark.

Your first consultation is free, and you can get these important documents in place for as little as £400* for two Lasting Powers of Attorney, professionally drawn up with specialist advice, tailored to your circumstances, and done once and for all. (*Excludes Office of the Public Guardian Registration fee of £82 per document) Make the call today: 01778 252301.

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“Our Family Caring for Yours”

Athena Care Homes are a family run business with five homes across East Anglia. Our vision 'Creating opportunities together by caring to be different' Amberley Hall Care Home 55 Baldock Drive, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, PE30 3DQ 01553 670600 @amberleyhallcarehome Aria Court Care Home Coronation Close, March, Cambridgeshire, PE15 9PP 01354 661551 @ariacourtcarehome Ashlynn Grange Bretton Gate, Peterborough, PE3 9UZ 01733 269153 @ashlynngrangecarehome Avocet Court Care Home Monmouth Close, Ipswich, IP2 8RS 01473 786980 @avocetcourtcarehome Goodwins Hall Care Home Goodwins Road, Kings Lynn, Norfolk PE30 5PD 01553 777994 @goodwinshallcarehome

If you would like to find out more please email enquiries@athenacarehomes.co.uk or visit www.athenacarehomes.co.uk

Smiths Funeral Directors Service without compromise

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• Sensitive caring attention given at all times with advice provided on all aspects of funeral arrangements.

• Arrangements made in the pleasant surroundings of our funeral home or in the comfort of your own home.

• Offering a full range of funerals at very competitive prices.

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Nature

A Local Walk Barnack/Southorpe – (3¾ miles)

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Roadside parking by the church of St John The Baptist, Main Street, Barnack, PE9 3DN. No facilities, but there are a few benches along the route for a picnic.

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Opposite the church, follow the footpath sign to the right of the old post office.

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Continue along footpath between walls until you reach gateposts with the cricket club on your right. Do not go through cricket club but go round the ivy clad fallen tree and follow the footpath arrow right, keeping the trees on your left and the ivy clad wall to your right.

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When you see a stone stile on the right, cross it and go straight over the field with a beacon in the middle and cross the next stone stile onto the road. Bear right for 50 yards.

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At the cricket club entrance sign, cross the road and follow the footpath sign through the gate.

Maintain direction with the high stone wall of Walcot Hall, on your left and the “Hills and Holes” Nature Reserve on your right.

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Keep following the wall, through another gate. The nature reserve finishes, and you will have a field on your right.

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Keep going until you reach the road. Turn left here, through both sets of gates and follow the hardcore footpath.

There are often sheep grazing here. You are now walking on Ermine Street, a major Roman road.

With thanks to Gilly Foot for having researched, walked and photographed the route.

Keep this direction with the stone wall on your left. You will pass a private gate into Walcot Hall where you will get a glimpse of the building.

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Continue along the wall to a pedestrian gate beside a cattle grid with a yellow topped post.

Go through the gate and continue along the gravel track. When the track turns left continue straight on, go through the next gate and continue direction through an open field along the grass track with a low wall to your left.

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Go through the next gate, with a hedge to your left and continue direction through the next gate. Go across the field to an open gateway and follow the wall on your right to the gate by the road.

Turn left and follow the road into the village of Southorpe.

Walk through the village.

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As the road bears right, carry straight on, through the gate, taking the footpath straight through a field to the next gate. Carry straight on over the next cultivated field to the road just to the right of the cottages ahead called Kennel Cottages. Continue straight on, through the gate on the right-hand side of the road by a tree and a bench.

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Cross the field towards the yellow footpath sign which is at the lefthand end of the fence ahead. Walk along the fence line keeping the fence to your right and through the next gate. Go past Barnack Bowls Club on your left. You are now on a path which joins the path you left Barnack on. Turn left by the fallen ivycovered tree near the footpath sign, and down the footpath back to your car.

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Pot Luck Quiz 1.

What time of the day is palindromic?

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On an aircraft what man’s name is usually given to the automatic pilot?

3.

Richard Of York Gave Battle In Vain is a mnemonic for what?

11. What is a sepulchre?

4. W hat noun describes a flat grassland of tropical or sub-tropical regions?

12. Which word comes from the gigantic chariot of the Hindu god, Jagannatha?

13. What should you not enumerate before they incubate?

14. Which Shakespeare play is named after a violent wind?

15. In which Shakespeare play does Bottom feature?

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What do you fear if you suffer from a) autophobia, b) somniphobia, c) phobophobia?

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What is the English name for the stretch of water that the French refer to as ‘the sleeve’?

16. What are scrimshaws: a) handicrafts produced by sailors in their spare time, b) brushes for applying liquid bitumen to a roof, c) small daggers designed to go in an inside pocket of a jacket?

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Which company manufactured the Lancaster bomber?

17. What category of questions are yellow in Trivial Pursuit?

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“The Innocence of Father Brown” and “The Wisdom of Father Brown” were the work of which writer?

18. What is the hobby of a campanologist?

9. W ho was the first winner of the title, “European Footballer of the Year”, and which club did he play for?

10. Name the three counties Ian Botham played cricket for?

19. Who ruled England in the period 1910-1936?

20. Which three of the following countries lie south of the equator: a) India, b) Angola, c) Mexico, d) Argentina, e) Singapore, f) Bolivia?

Train That Brain Take the first number and follow the instructions as you work across to the final answer – guaranteed to keep brains active and frustration levels high!

1) 87, +1/3 of it, x4, 7/8 of it, +½ of it, -89, 40% of it, -96, x2, +78 = ?

2) 5, +8, x3, -7, 50% of it, x4, 5/8 of it, -13, 5/9 of it, x4 = ?

3) 27, x6, +58, 90% of it, +84, 5/6 of it, x3, + 1/5 of it, -88, + ½ of it = ?

Answer Pot Luck 1) Noon; 2) George; 3) The colours of the rainbow; 4) Savannah; 5a) being alone, b) sleeping, c) acquiring a phobia; 6) The English Channel (La Manche, in French, meaning “the sleeve”); 7) Avro; 8) GK Chesterton; 9) Stanley Matthews: Blackpool; 10) Somerset, Worcestershire and Durham; 11) A burial tomb, vault or chamber; 12) Juggernaut; 13) Your chickens – “Don’t count your chickens before they hatch”; 14) The Tempest; 15) A Midsummer Night’s Dream; 16) A; 17) History; 18) Bellringing; 19) George V; 20) Angola (b), Argentina (d) and Bolivia (f). Train That Brain: 1) 302, 2) 60, 3) 1137.

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The Cranes are Back!

News from The Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust

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xciting news from Willow Tree Fen, near Tongue End, is that the cranes that bred last year (the first cranes to breed in Lincolnshire since the 17th century) returned to the reserve in late January 2021. As a result, the reserve has been closed since mid-February and will remain so until this year’s breeding attempt is concluded.

The Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust regret having to deny public access to a reserve that is deservedly popular with visitors, especially during the current Covid-19 restrictions. However, cranes are extremely sensitive to disturbance, and any human access to the reserve is likely to result in the birds abandoning the site.

Volunteer wardens are manning the reserve entrance from dawn to dusk to monitor the cranes and guard against disturbance and will try and point out the cranes, if visible, to anyone stopping by. Due to the pandemic, we cannot, unfortunately, share binoculars or telescopes.

Trail cameras on the site have captured great images of wildlife including bitterns, otters and, (less welcome!) joggers and cyclists on the reserve having ignored the ‘closed’ signs at all the access points. If the cranes are to breed successfully again, we ask for everyone’s cooperation to avoid disturbance.

As we gradually come out of lockdown, the Bourne Area Group hopes to be able (subject to government restrictions) to resume a series of outdoor walks from late summer, followed, in the autumn, by a series of indoor meetings.

We will provide more details in due course through the pages of “Discovering Bourne”.

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What’s Happening in MAY at Vine House Farm The countdown is over & our home grown, organic, asparagus is ready!

Growing asparagus is a labour of love - each spear is harvested by hand when it reaches just the right height. Dubbed the Usain Bolt of the vegetable world, asparagus can grow up to 10cm in just one day. So versatile, you could eat it a different way every day of the eight week season. Asparagus and eggs are always a timeless Spring combination. Try dipping fresh spears into a softly boiled egg or make asparagus soup and top it with a poached egg and a drizzle of olive oil (make sure those eggs are free range!)

ENJOY....NEW SEASON CARROTS Locally grown, new season, carrots are also now ready.

There is so much flavour packed into their skins which is delicious complimented with a little butter & orange zest, or tarragon & thyme.

They’re also yummy simply eaten raw.

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Asparagus, Spinach, Chard, Salad Leaves, Radish, Cabbages, Cauliflower, Beetroot

NEW POTATOES Another ‘hero’ at this time of year, new potatoes are sweet & delicious.

Left unwashed, they last longer as dirt protects them from bruising & deterioration. You don’t need to peel new potatoes; just rinse to remove any dirt & boil, steam or roast.

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June sees the start of the British strawberry season & home grown beetroot will make an appearance

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School News

Deepings Swimming Club is on the Hunt for New Members

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ased at Deepings Leisure Centre, this very popular swimming club is looking for new members of all ages and abilities, from ‘Swim School Level Six’ upwards, including adults for its ‘Masters’ squad. Following the first trial on April 23rd, where Head Coach, Lynn Chapman, was assessing skills and fitness levels in order to allocate each swimmer to the correct squad, the next trial will take place in June. Please e-mail the club at deepings@ swimclubmanager.co.uk for details.

“Swimmers must be confident in deep water and able to swim a minimum of 25 metres on front and back,” said Chapman. “We are a competitive swimming club, coaching swimmers from age six of all abilities through to national and international standard.”

Since January, swimmers have been keeping fit through personal exercises, a national ‘V Swim’ series of land-based challenges and weekly workouts with Deeping Swimming Club’s land training coach, Claire Cross, who runs the local Spin Room Studio.

They also enjoyed two Zoom presentations, one looking at the parents’ perspective of swimming with Debbie Wray, (former Deepings coach and mother of two of the club’s finest swimmers, Lauren and Alex) and the other from the swimmer’s perspective with

Happy to be back!

Children at Market Deeping Community Primary School celebrated their return from lockdown by welcoming chicks from The Happy Chick Company into school. The children loved watching the eggs hatch and the chicks growing – spring is definitely in the air! The school also held a “Bad Hair Day” for Comic Relief and were delighted to hit their fundraising target of £300.

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another former ‘Deepings great’, Isabel Spinley.

“It has been a challenging twelve months, but we are delighted to be back in the pool,” said Chapman.

“Our focus for the first few weeks will be on helping the swimmers to regain their full fitness and focusing on their skills. It won’t be long before they are ready to compete again.”

PHOTO COMPETITION ENTRANTS RECEIVE PRINTS Thank you again to everyone who entered back in February.

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expert at sinking artesian wells and he created almost a hundred in the Bourne area. In 1906, Deeping residents signed a petition, asking the Parish Council to consider boring for pure water in the Market Place. Mr Noble was employed and, using his cutter powered by a steam engine, took out cores of soil and rock.

n 1880, there was a public meeting held in Market Deeping about the state of the town’s water supply and drainage. There had been serious cases of typhoid fever, due to wells being polluted by dirty surface water and sewage. Well water was especially impure in Stamford Road, the Market Place and High Street, where there were regular floods, and residents had to fetch their water from pumps elsewhere in the village.

He had to bore more than 100 feet deep before water gushed out, as shown in the picture. The water was piped along the side of the road in the Market Place and part of Church Street, where standpipes were set up for people to draw supplies.

Drinking Fountain in 1911 Even then, it was described as “thick” and could not be used The scheme was financed by public subscriptions, until mud had settled. Despite this crisis, the organised by local doctor, Henry Benson. George community decided the cost of connecting to Linnell, whose late father, a local chemist, had Peterborough Waterworks or installing a proper supported the 1880 quest for healthier water, drainage system was too high. paid for a drinking fountain to be erected in

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the Market Place, as a memento of the boring.

It was unveiled by the local MP, followed by a public luncheon in a marquee at The Bull. In the afternoon, a gymkhana was held, with sideshows and other entertainments, and the town’s brass band provided music for dancing.

The clean water was greatly appreciated and a few months later, mains pipes were extended into Stamford Road and part of the High Street, and later throughout the parish. Despite the huge improvement in water quality by the 1930s, where general standards were higher, a Medical Officer of Health reported that samples of water in Market Deeping, including in the Market Place, were only “reasonably fit for drinking purposes.”

After a modern mains system was installed, supplying water directly to houses, the drinking fountain became obsolete. There was increasing traffic through the Market Place, and when a central car park was laid out, the fountain, which had been so prized, was considered an obstruction and was removed.

Boring for water in the Market Place 1906

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Nationwide Training & Safety Services Ltd (NTSS Ltd) ver the course of 35 years, company owner and director, Peter Smith, has built up a well-respected health and safety and plant training and testing ground near Guyhirn.

Peter and his staff believe it is critical to ensure that candidates can go to work with the necessary skills to complete their jobs safely and efficiently, without risk to themselves or others.

NTSS Ltd have trained and tested hundreds of candidates in operating plant machinery, from novices to experienced operatives who are renewing their competency cards. They provide training for one and all, from operatives to directors, to ensure that they fully understand their legal duties under the various Health and Safety regulations.

NTSS Ltd have a team of qualified testers, trainers, safety advisers and office staff who have many years of experience. They can help companies and individuals by giving advice on any Health

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Peter and his team would welcome you to contact them on 01945 450044 to discuss any of the above subjects. www.ntsservices.co.uk Email: info@ntsservices.co.uk

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akkavor, the UK’s leading fresh prepared food manufacturer, announced on April 14th that it is creating one hundred and fifty food operative jobs at its Bakkavor Salads site in Bourne. The jobs created include over one hundred permanent, and fifty summer roles, available across a variety of shifts with attractive rates of pay.

This represents a welcome economic boost to the local community, at a time when the fallout from COVID-19 has resulted in the highest level of UK unemployment for five years. The company has remained open for business throughout the pandemic, maintaining food supply at a critical time and ensuring that supermarket shelves remained stocked.

Bakkavor Salads Bourne specialises in making prepared fruit, stir fries, dressed salads and leafy salads for the leading UK retailers. It has been a major employer in the area for over twenty years.

Roles include factory operatives and team leaders.

Jonathan Zair, General Manager, Operations at Bakkavor Salads Bourne, commented, “Today’s news on 150 new jobs contributes to the economic health of the local community at a critical time. Aside from good rates of pay and real opportunities to progress and develop skills, we offer new joiners a range of staff benefits, including a stakeholder pension and life insurance cover, as well as heavily discounted food products from our site staff shop, and we have just installed a new colleague canteen. We are delighted to be creating significant employment opportunities at a very challenging time for the local economy and this marks a great opportunity for people to join us as we continue to grow the business.”

The health, safety and wellbeing of Bakkavor’s colleagues is its foremost priority and, as a responsible food manufacturing business, the site’s health and hygiene controls are extremely high with extensive COVID-19 controls in place, in line with government guidance.

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We specialise in making prepared fruit, stir fries, dressed salads and leafy salads for the leading retailers and due to continued business growth, we are recruiting for permanent and temporary summer positions across a range of shifts (on days and nights) on a full time and part time basis.

FACTORY OPERATIVES (ranging from £9.03 to £9.78 per hour depending on shift) SKILLED FACTORY OPERATIVES (ranging from £9.70 to £10.82 per hour depending on shift) TEAM LEADERS (ranging from £10.60 to £11.72 per hour depending on shift) We offer a range of excellent employee benefits including pension, life cover, competitive annual leave allowance, a heavily discounted staff shop and discounted hot drinks vending machines in our great new canteen.

You’ll receive training and support, and we offer fast track career progression for people who are willing to learn.

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What's On

Events: May 2021 Willoughby Memorial Trust Gallery

22nd - The Kindness of Strangers

May 12th - June 4th - Drawings and paintings

by The Swayfield Art Group. (easing of COVID restrictions permitting). An exhibition of recent work from the local art group with a passion for drawing and painting. The group last exhibited at the gallery in 2017 and usually meets once a week in Swayfield Village Hall. Willoughby Gallery, Moreley’s Lane, Corby Glen, NG33 4NL. 12 – 5 pm. Tuesday – Sunday. ADMISSION FREE

24th - Stories and Poems from the New Wars

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19th – 30th: Festival of Social Justice.

Stamford and Rutland Amnesty International group is to take part in an online Festival of Social Justice featuring talks, music, debates and celebrations.

The Festival of Social Justice between April 16th and May 31st brings together the forty local Amnesty International groups across Central England in an exciting programme of events. These include speakers, music, poetry evenings, photography exhibitions, theatre, panel discussions and the chance for local activists to ‘stand’ on a virtual soapbox and share what social justice means to them.

For details of the following events please visit the website.

25th - The US Death Penalty, Race and Criminal Justice 26th - Pint of Poetry: Social Justice Edition 27th - Modern-Day Slavery: Hidden in Plain Sight.

5th and 19th - Cinema Speak online audiences at home have the chance to stream a film to watch, then talk about it together on a zoom call. Free.

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8th and 15th - Crafting with Jane Schofield. A series of Quick Stitch sessions with a series of small projects that can be completed in an hour. Create gorgeous designs with old bits of fabric and wool that might be heading for the bin. Please refer to the website for full details on the theme for each session and materials needed. Zoom event, £3.50 per session.

Every Thursday : online Zoom Sketching Classes with Karen Neale from 11am to midday for interactive sketching sessions of ‘What is on your table’. All you’ll need is a pencil or pen and a piece of paper.’ £3.50 per session, book on website.

Music 7th - “First Friday Zoom Songs and Tunes Session,” coordinated by Dean Hardy, 7.45pm. All singers, musicians, listeners welcome. Dean can be contacted on any of the following : Phone 01778 570115 ; mobile 07788410530 or dean.hardy880@ btinternet.com for the ‘joining code’.

21st - Cuttin’ Loose at the Nags Head, Bourne.

22nd - Revolver at the Fletton Club, Peterborough.

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29th - Morning Glory at the Fletton Club, Peterborough.

30th - Morning Glory at The Goat. Frognall.

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Shoulder Injuries in Dogs

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They are an active species and love to run, jump and play ball. Many of them are quiet during the week because of their owners’ workload and routine but enjoy a long walk at weekends and this is when they are most at risk of damage to the foreleg.

Often, dogs develop a limp and stiffness that is worse after exercise. You probably would not have seen any initial accident or trauma but over time the lameness becomes worse. A possible cause is inflammation and damage to the bicipital tendon that holds the biceps’ muscle onto the shoulder joint.

Tendons are thick bands of tissue that attach muscle to bone and allow the joint to move. If the damage is repetitive, such as having to jump in and out of the car and jarring the shoulder joint, the tendon becomes tight and painful and eventually scars. This will affect the longterm function of the tendon and your dog will always have problems moving the joint freely.

Dogs show stiffness and lameness and are reluctant to bear weight on the leg or hobble after play.

Humans can also damage this tendon in their shoulder joint but, because they do not walk on their forelimbs, it causes a different type of problem.

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Manipulation of the joint will allow your vet to localise the pain to the shoulder and orthopaedic injuries should be ruled out.

X-rays are great at picking up bony problems, but because tendons are soft tissue, the damage does not show up on a conventional radiograph.

Diagnosis of tendon injuries therefore requires more specialist investigation, such as an MRI. Initial treatment of these injuries involves rest, restricted exercise, and anti-inflammatory medications to reduce the damage within the tendon and provide pain relief. It may take four to six weeks of this treatment regime before the tendon returns to normal.

In more severe cases, it may take three to nine months of treatment. This would include physiotherapy and hydrotherapy to allow movement of the joint in a controlled manner and without having to impact the joint. Restricted exercise is still required, and that can seem a long, long time to keep your dog on the lead.

Most types of dog that experience this kind of injury are the medium and large athletic breeds and those involved in agility or flyball. However, “couch potatoes” that are carrying a bit too much weight are also at risk from tendon injury. Therefore, weight control, as always, is especially important, but when your dog has recovered, try to avoid those activities that will cause the injury all over again.

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If the item was paid for more than six months previously, people are entitled to a part-refund, depending on how long the item had been owned, and how much it had been used. It is harder to do this after six months, as people could be asked to prove that the item is a fake – in that case they should try talking to the real brand and asking them to inspect it. When seeking a refund, it is important for people to state they have a right to a refund under the Consumer Rights Act 2015, because the item does not match its written/verbal description.

The seller of the items may argue that the items in question were obviously fake because they were very cheap. They can say a person must have known it wasn’t the real thing and use that as a reason not to give money back. However, they are breaking the law by selling fake items, and legal rights still apply.

If the item was paid for by debit card, the customer should contact their bank and ask for a refund under the chargeback scheme. If paid for by credit card, with the item costing less than £100, the chargeback scheme can also be used. However, for an item paid for by credit card that cost between £100 and £30,000, the card company should be contacted, requesting a Section 75 claim to get the money back. For a Paypal payment, Paypal’s

online resolution centre should be used to report the dispute within 180 days of paying for an item.

People can also report the seller to Trading Standards or report the seller for fraud. Trading Standards might take legal action against the seller, but they cannot help people to get their money back.

Trading Standards investigate criminal activity and prosecute sellers and traders who break the law.

People are not legally obliged to report someone selling fake goods, but it might stop other people accidentally buying fakes from them in future.

As well as reporting them to Trading Standards, people can also report the trader to Action Fraud.

There is no obligation to do this, but they will register the trader on the national fraud database, which helps to understand the scale of fraud across the UK. Report online at www.actionfraud. police.uk or call them on 0300 123 2040.

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Simon Manley 01778 702560 | 07769 707361 | manleydrainage@live.co.uk 10 Hamiliton Close | Bourne | Lincolnshire | PE10 9PL 76

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All aspects of Landscaping & Garden Services Patios & Block Paving E Groundworks FRE No Walling Stone tion a g Obli tes Garden Maintenance Quo Grass & Hedge Cutting Fencing & Bespoke Sheds Garden Design

Over 15 years experience

Working to the highest professional standards

01778 570609

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07720 251955

www.dwlandscapes.co.uk

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ELECTRICIAN

HANDY SERVICES

APM. Handyman Services. www.altoelectrical.co.uk

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

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.

• Roofing & Gutter Maintenance • Painting & Decorating • Garden Maintenance • Carpentry Work

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

No Job too

small

Chris Davies & Daughter

Garden Services

Competitive

Prices!

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

Call 01778 772 595 or 01780 693595

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MAINTENANCE & MAKEOVER SERVICES

Gardens Cleared • Borders Tidied Grass & Hedges Cut Professional & Reliable Family Business

[ FREE CONSULTATIONS ] CHRIS DAVIES

01778 345980 • 07872 048204 askchrisgardenservice@gmail.com MAINTENANCE

For all your Repairs to Windows, Doors & Conservatories

Do you need help with any aspect of BOOKKEEPING? • • • •

Accounts PAYE/CIS In-House VAT

• Self Assessment • Out of House • Making Tax Digital

££

Joanne’s

Bookwork Services

07951 841333 • Email: joannedolby@hotmail.co.uk 1 Main Road, Dyke, Bourne, PE10 0AF

www.joannesbookworkservices.co.uk

POND MAINTENANCE

Pete’s

Ponds

IMPORTANT PRE-WINTER POND & FISH HEALTH CHECKS

2 Queensway, Pointon, Sleaford, Lincs NG34 0NE

www.windowrepairslincs.com

Tel: 07393 367410 Email: peteburlton@live.com  Search Pete’s Pond Clearances

PAINTING AND DECORATING

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

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 M A Y 2 0 2 1 | W W W .DISCO VE RI N G M AG AZI N E S. C O . UK

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ROOFING SERVICES

PLUMBER

R J MILLS AND SONS REGISTERED PLUMBERS

DEEPING

ROOFING SERVICES

24 HOUR EMERGENCY PLUMBING

• Flat Roofing Specialists • All Roofing Work Undertaken including Leadwork

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

01778 347308

M:

07545 270482

Covering a 25 mile radius of Peterborough | Cancelling while en route will result in a charge

GAS BOILER & CENTRAL HEATING SPECIALISTS

All aspects of Plumbing, Gas Boiler and Central Heating Installation, Maintenance and Repairs undertaken

Free competitive quotes available PW Heating Ltd Call or text 07939 840653 Email pw_heating@yahoo.com PC LAPTOPS AND REPAIRS

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

Let me assist you with your problems.

Bourne Computer Store

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

WINDOWS AND DOORS

OFFICE 01778 346 472 MOBILE 07947 695 774

PINE WOOD

TREE CARE 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

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

Tel: 01778 420362

• Free Estimates • All Work Guaranteed

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

WORCESTER BOSCH & BAXI TRAINED INSTALLER

Email: sales@bournecomputerstore.co.uk

• Fascia and Guttering • Re-Pointing Work

TREE SERVICES

PLUMBING AND HEATING

624604

Established for over 25 years

FOR ALL YOUR NEEDS

Call us 1st...

“We will always answer the phone”

Matthew Mills

Friendly Family Business

For a FREE estimate with no obligation E: andrewwinters83@outlook.com M: 07468 442 002 or T: 01733 322 562 (please try both phone numbers)

TREE SERVICES

M Oglesby Installations Quality uPVC Windows & Doors

Repair - Don’t replace

Full uPVC repair service including:

• MISTED UNITS • LOCKS • HINGES • HANDLES

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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All aspects of professional tree surgery Hedge maintenance Tree pruning • reshaping Storm damage FULLY QUALIFIED AND INSURED

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YOUR ONE-STOP CARAVAN SHOP

Does your caravan need a little TLC?

REPAIR

Our onsite workshop offers a fully comprehensive repair service for your caravan or motorhome.

SERVICING

From a minor service to a full comprehensive check, our experienced engineers will give you peace of mind for your journeys ahead.

INSURANCE

A Family-Run Business with 30 Years’ Experience

SPARES

V&G

CARAVANS

Exterior Caravan Valet when booking a Full Service.

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ACCESSORIES

We’ve got everything for your camping needs in our friendly, onsite shop.

CARAVANS BOUGHT FOR CASH

FREE

We are a fully, insuranceapproved repair centre for all major UK insurers and manufacturers.

with this voucher

Looking for a spare part? Why not get in touch? With our contacts in the industry, we may be able to order spares in for you.

SALES

Looking to buy? We have a range of used caravans that may suit your requirements.

01733 350580 M 07732 371171 T

info@vandgcaravans.co.uk www.vandgcaravans.co.uk 107 Benwick Road - Whittlesey - Peterborough - PE7 2HD

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Call us now on

01778 349300

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Deepings Top Agent!

According to Rightmove so far this year our team have

SOLD TWICE

as many properties than any other Deeping Estate Agent!!

We now need more properties to replace those we have

SUCCESSFULLY SOLD. If you are thinking of moving please call our team and get moving !

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