Discovering Whittlesea issue 232, November 2023

Issue 232 / November 2023

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Welcome to your November issue...

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o vember? No way! Are we really only ten weeks away from 2024?

Still, it’s been for many of us a most enjoyable year so far and, with the festive period just around the corner, there are plenty of wonderful things still to come.

Remember, though, that it shouldn’t just be “looking after number one”, as there are so many people for whom the coming weeks, (made worse by the cold and cruel winter weather), are going to be “endured” rather than “enjoyed”. Let’s all look out for each other, especially that lonely neighbour who we think might be ok, but why not just make the call to make sure? Kindness and being a good neighbour cost nothing!

A big thank you to all our contributors and advertisers in all our five “Discovering” magazines who continue, month after month, to supply such a wide range of informative, entertaining, and very useful features and advice.

Claire x

For many years I have always tried to attend my local Remembrance Day Parade to show my respect for those who gave their lives while serving the country.

In the early days it was to honour those people who died in the two World Wars of the twentieth century, with thoughts later extending to the Falklands Conflict and Gulf wars.

Sadly, recent events have shown us that worldwide conflict is not something from the past, it is an abomination that we unfortunately have to continue to tolerate in the 21st century.

I’m sure many of you share my horror at the tragic stories that have emanated from Ukraine and now the Middle East and the suffering of many innocent men, women and children.

The local services are usually supported by hundreds of people of all ages and on Sunday, November 12th I plan to attend again. Hope you can too...

Andy

Discovering Magazines, PO Box 164, Bourne PE10 1ET Publisher and Sales Claire Saberton: 01778 421427 | 07837 499061 | sales@discoveringmagazines.co.uk Sales Paula Kirtland: 07903 776211 | marketing.discoveringmagazines@gmail.com Sales Sallyanne Davis: 07737 026594 | sal@discoveringmagazines.co.uk Editor Andy Hurst: editor.march@discoveringmagazines.co.uk Ops Director Andy Armstrong: 07780 922214 Accounts Sarah Brooks: 07564 966452 | accounts@discoveringmagazines.co.uk Design Sarah Gumbley | Andy Beavis | Graham Copestake | Dan Handley

Inside Highlights 4..................... Drinking With Trevor Langley 7 ...................ABC Quality Meats: Christmas 10 ................Recipe: Loaded Spuds 12 ................March Podiatry 14 ................Susie Munns: Therapist & Coach 17 ................Holistic Haven 24 ................ Bobalicious Doggy Day Care 26-27 ......Community Matters 28 ...............Gardening Tips For November 30 ...............Cannon & Co 32 ...............Safe Local Trades 42 ...............Steve Barclay MP 44 ...............Acts Of Remembrance 47 ...............Access4Lofts: Fed Up With Clutter?

51 .................Christmas Window Competition 54-55 ......Community Matters 56 ...............The Quiz Inquisition 59-62 ......Business Directory Sales: Sallyanne Davis 07737 026594 sal@discoveringmagazines.co.uk

With thanks to:

Trevor Langley, March Podiatry, Susie Munns, Kay Mayor, Robert Windle/RWT Photography, Tania Cannon, Eileen Le Voi, Natalie Brannigan, Steve Barclay MP, Eamonn Dorling and Lin Stanton.

Deadline details:

Copy deadline for the December issue is Friday, 10th November 2023.

Discovering Whittlesea 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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Food & Drink

DRINKS FOR CELEBRATIONS (and for other times too!)

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parkling wines are always great for celebrations, events, and occasions. There are many countries, worldwide, that produce sparkling wines. Champagne is very much recognised as a leader in this type of wine.

For this month’s quest, I searched for Champagnes which for me had that ‘something extra’ appeal – ‘without breaking the bank’ – whilst retaining a fine perlage and having excellent presentation, amongst other qualities.

A. Carpentier Champagne (12.5% vol) I found to be excellent. Possessing elegance, with floral overtones, this well-balanced, French delight constantly adorns many dining tables, and is also a very popular ‘welcome drink’, at numerous receptions. The perfect perlage of fine bubbles adds to the overall enjoyment of this production.

Montaudon Elixiris Champagne (12% vol) has a lot of devotees. Established during 1891, this company continues to produce Champagne to a most exceptional standard, combining the Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay grapes, splendidly. This refreshing and fruity delectation carries on pleasing, gaining more lovers of Champagne, yearly.

Following combinations of complementing wines for dishes, at dining occasions, with some people choosing white or red wines (or pink ones) to accompany various foods, we come to something for afterwards. Certainly, several fortified wines and liqueurs appeal. I do like a good liqueur and the Deluxe Irish Cream Liqueur (17% vol) ‘hits the spot’ for me. This small-batch production delight is made using the best Irish dairy cream. Blended with fine spirits and fine Irish whiskey, this makes a very popular and splendid ending to a meal. It can be enjoyed straight or over ice. Many like it with ice cream or accompanying coffee. Simply wonderful!

Flavoured gin liqueurs are also extremely popular.

Hortus Rhubarb & Ginger Gin Liqueur (20% vol) is a blended, handcrafted, botanical production, which I found to be very pleasing. It is, as it states, a gin, traditionally distilled in copper stills in England, with rhubarb and ginger flavours coming through, for the mouthfeel and palate.

And, I would add – superbly!

I found these productions at a Lidl store, whose wines and drinks offer amazing value and are most worthwhile locating. Advice, in store, is always available. Visit www.lidl.co.uk

As always, enjoy!

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We bring you items of interest for your home and community. If there is something you’d like us to cover or you have something to say please get in touch at: Discovering Whittlesea, PO Box 164, Bourne PE10 1ET Email: editor.whittlesea@discoveringmagazines.co.uk

BINGO BONANZA The Whittlesey Extravaganza held its annual bingo evening at St Andrew's Church Hall raising funds to go towards the local rides on the Big Day on Saturday, December 9th.

A full hall had their dabbers in hand waiting for their lucky numbers to come up.

Photo courtesy: Robert Windle/RWT Photography

ST ANDREW’S CIVIC SERVICE The great and the good from Whittlesey and further afield were guests of the Mayor of Whittlesey Cllr Kay Mayor for the town council’s Civic Service that was held at St Andrew's Church.

The Mayor, along with Deputy Lieutenant Jason Wing, greeted the congregation and the Rural Dean of March Revd Andrew Smith conducted the sermon and light refreshments were provided at Childers Social Club.

Photo courtesy: Robert Windle/RWT Photography

FUN-PACKED EVENT RAISES FUNDS FOR LOCAL YOUNGSTER A great evening of singing and comedy hypnosis was held to raise valuable funds for Whittlesey youngster Bethany.

Held at the Childers Social Club, thousands of pounds have been pledged and raised at the fund-raising event which was organised by Colin and Michelle Martin. It featured singer Dale Diamond, comedy hypnotist Dave Rawson, The Vinyl Revival and Kirat Inder Toor of Dominoes who supplied twenty pizzas free of charge.

Photo courtesy: Robert Windle/RWT Photography

CONSERVATIVES THANKED FOR FUNDRAISING Whittlesey Conservatives were delighted to receive their Certificate of Thanks from the area branch of the North East Conservative Association for their fundraising efforts over the last twelve months.

The photograph shows the local branch committee members with their certificate.

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POPPY APPEAL NAMES LOCAL CHARITIES

After a very busy year, displays for the forthcoming Remembrance Sunday 2023 are nearing the final touches to the work.

The local Poppy Appeal team hope the public will be impressed with the new and old displays, which have been worked on voluntarily by a very small team.

To make this work worthwhile, it would like to help local charities with sponsorship money raised from the displays which will be placed around the town.

This year the chosen charities will be, The Whittlesey Royal British Legion, The Whittlesey Army Cadets and The Whittlesey Boy Scouts.

If you would like to support the Poppy Appeal by sponsoring its work for a minimum of £25 and have your name/business attached to a display, then please contact Jackie on (01733) 205498, email: jfryett@sky.com for further details of how to make payment.

We bring you items of interest for your home and community. If there is something you’d like us to cover or you have something to say please get in touch at: Discovering Whittlesea, PO Box 164, Bourne PE10 1ET Email: editor.whittlesea@discoveringmagazines.co.uk

GREAT TALK ABOUT THE GREAT FEN Coates WI members enjoyed a very interesting talk about The Great Fen and the local places that are still unknown and unvisited by many of us.

The annual meeting has been rescheduled due to road closures and will now be held at 7.30pm on November 8th at Coates Village Hall.

For any information, please contact Fiona on (01733) 208516 or Jen on 0770 3385661.

LADYSMITH TO LEARN ABOUT CHRISTMAS CRAFTS Whittlesey Ladysmith WI is preparing for Christmas at its November meeting.

Beryl Brooks, chair of the Isle of Ely Federation of Women’s Institutes, will be demonstrating Christmas crafts on Tuesday, November 14th at 7.30pm at St Andrew’s Parish Hall. Refreshments will be served.

Contact Liz on 07982 854872, or email liz.ladysmith1@outlook.com

BUSINESS COMMUNITY FLOCKS TO THE FALCON

WI MEMBERS WELCOME CARL Carl Flippance of Whittlesey Independent Funeral Services was the special guest at the recent Whittlesey Women's Institute monthly meeting at St Andrew's Church Hall on Parkinson's Road.

He gave an insightful talk about wills and the importance of having a will, trusts and Power of Attorney. The next meeting is on Tuesday, November 7th when a short annual meeting will take place followed by making Christmas decorations.

Any prospective members should contact Julie Windle on (01733) 204445.

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The recent Whittlesey and District Business Community meeting saw a packed Falcon Hotel meeting room.

Members got an insight into The Evolution of Language & Behaviour in Today's Inclusive World

by Julie Randall and the business spotlight fell on Robert Windle of RWT Photography whose library of photos exceeds more than one million snaps.

These popular gatherings are held on the last Wednesday of the month with a 6.30pm start and generally finishing at 8pm followed by a voluntary networking session. For more details go to Facebook Whittlesey and District Business Community.

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Recipe

Loaded Spuds NOVEMBER NOSH

Simple comfort food doesn’t come in a finer form than a baked potato. Perfect after a cold night watching the fireworks! Stuff them with bacon, cheese and soured cream and dig in!

Method

1 Heat the oven to 220°C/200°C fan/gas 7.

Rinse the potatoes, then sprinkle all over with sea salt. Put the potatoes directly onto the oven shelf and bake for about 1 hour until crisp on the outside and soft inside when tested with a skewer.

Serves 4

Ingredients

4 baking potatoes Sea salt for sprinkling 100g bacon lardons 80g unsalted butter, cubed 80g grated Cheddar, plus an extra 2 tbsp for topping 4 tbsp soured cream, plus extra to serve 1 tbsp chopped chives, plus extra to serve Sourced from www.deliciousmagazine.co.uk

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2 Meanwhile, fry the bacon lardons in a non-stick frying pan until crisp.

3 Once the potatoes are ready, turn the oven to grill, remove the potatoes from the oven and transfer to a baking tray. Slice off the tops (hold the potatoes steady using a clean tea towel), then carefully scoop the soft potato centres into a bowl. Add the butter, 80g cheese and soured cream to the bowl and mix well. Stir in the chives and lardons, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Stuff the cheesy filling back into the potato shells, then top with the extra cheese.

4 Grill the potatoes for 10 minutes until golden and bubbling hot. Serve with the extra soured cream and chives.

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UNLEASHING YOUR

Inner Calm

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tress has become an all-too-common companion for many individuals, as we navigate daily stresses with an internal alarm system designed to keep us safe from imminent danger, we risk burnout and adrenal fatigue. From work pressures to personal challenges, stress can creep into our lives and wreak havoc on our physical and mental wellbeing.

However, by understanding the impact of stress and adopting effective strategies, we can take charge and reclaim a peaceful existence. In this article, we will explore the profound effects of stress and provide some practical tips for overcoming it.

Stress, when left unchecked, can manifest itself in various ways, affecting both our mind and body. It can lead to sleep disturbances, weakened immune system, digestive issues, chronic headaches, and even heart problems. Furthermore, prolonged exposure to stress can take a toll on our mental health, leading to anxiety, depression, and burnout.

Overcoming Stress Start by identifying the root causes of your stress. Is it work-related? Personal relationships? Finances?

Pinpointing the triggers allows you to develop specific strategies to address them.

Prioritise self-care activities that promote relaxation and rejuvenation. Engage in activities that you enjoy, such as reading, taking walks, practising mindfulness or meditation, or pursuing hobbies. Dedicate time to yourself regularly, as this will help replenish your energy and build resilience against stress.

A well-nourished body and mind are better equipped to handle stress. Focus on maintaining a balanced diet, getting regular exercise, and ensuring quality sleep. These practices enhance your overall well-being and provide a solid foundation for stress management.

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Explore various stressrelief techniques and find what works best for you. Deep breathing Susie Munn s exercises, progressive muscle relaxation, and yoga are effective ways to calm your mind and release tension within the body.

Don't hesitate to reach out when stress becomes overwhelming. Share your concerns with trusted friends or family members who can offer guidance and a listening ear. Alternatively, professional support from a therapist can provide valuable coping strategies tailored to your specific needs.

Stress can arise from feeling overwhelmed by a seemingly endless to-do list. Implement effective time management techniques, such as creating daily or weekly schedules, setting realistic goals, and breaking tasks into smaller, more manageable steps.

By organising your time, you regain control and reduce stress.

Sometimes, stress stems from the way we perceive situations. Challenge negative thoughts and reframe them with a positive outlook. Try and focus on the things you appreciate in your life, and practise acceptance when facing inevitable challenges.

Stress may be an unavoidable part of life, but it doesn't have to consume us. By understanding its impact and implementing effective strategies, we can minimise its negative effects and regain a sense of balance and tranquillity.

Join me for my Stress Less Meditation, Tapping & Sound Bath Evening on Tuesday, November 21st at St Andrew’s Hall, Whittlesey. You will leave feeling relaxed and resourced with effective techniques to stress less in your daily life. Please visit susiemunns.com/events to secure your place.

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Complete Relaxation

IS THE KEY TO ACHIEVING TRUE BALANCE In my role as a holistic therapist a huge portion of what I facilitate is to promote full and complete relaxation whether that be within a session or encouraging daily practice at home.

Times of stress and tension can wreak havoc within our bodies, causing blood pressure to rise, palpitations, panic attacks, anxiety and anger. Prolonged exposure to this state can set up patterns which allow our bodies to malfunction.

These can sometimes be experienced as things like digestive issues, lowered immune systems, headaches/migraines, stomach aches and perhaps feelings of hopelessness or depression or simply feeling low.

None of these things are sustainable within the human body; eventually, something must give, and it can sometimes make us quite ill. However, if we learn how to regulate ourselves and not allow these unwanted feelings to develop, we can maintain a homeostasis within our minds and bodies which is wonderfully beneficial for us.

Some great ways to relax are walking, particularly in nature; gardening; reading/audio book; crafting; meditation; sewing/knitting; baking; mindful movement such as yoga or Qi Gong.

Relaxation is the main way that we tell our nervous system and in turn our internal organs that everything is OK. One of the best ways I have found to attain this balance for myself and clients is through relaxation recordings if you don’t have the time or inclination for the suggestions above.

All it takes is a tiny portion of your day to allow yourself to be transported somewhere else.

A little holiday for your mind!

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Bobalicious Cares for Local Dogs Dog lover Beverley Jones has set up a new business in the Whittlesey area to cater for the needs of our canine friends.

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Beverley provides one-to-one training, a pet taxi service, dog walking, ring craft classes and an agility area from her Doggy Day Care centre located on a three-acre site in Whittlesey Road, Benwick.

The company name comes from the kennel title derived from her first St Bernard dog, called Bob. Beverley, who owns two St Bernards and two Cane Corsos herself, is fully qualified and insured.

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We bring you items of interest for your home and community. If there is something you’d like us to cover or you have something to say please get in touch at: Discovering Whittlesea, PO Box 164, Bourne PE10 1ET Email: editor.whittlesea@discoveringmagazines.co.uk

COUNCILLOR SURGERIES Councillor surgeries are held in Peel House at 8 Queen Street, Whittlesey from 9.30am-10.30am on the first Saturday of every month throughout 2023.

On Saturday, November 4th, 2023, Councillors present will be Dee Laws (District and Town) and Simon Black (Town).

If you have any matters of concern and wish to discuss with a Councillor, come along and let us know.

Do you have a business?

Are you a sole trader? Self-employed?

And are you based within Whittlesey and District?

If you are, we would like to invite you to meet the Whittlesey and District Business Community.

We are a friendly, motivated group of local business owners who meet up to support and learn more about each other’s businesses and we would love you to join us.

Not been to a meeting like this before? Why not come and say hello and see how it can benefit your business?

When: Wednesday, November 29th, 2023 6pm for 6:30pm Where: The Falcon Hotel, Whittlesey Speaker to be confirmed.

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FENLAND VOLUNTEERS ARE HONOURED Dedicated volunteers who have helped nurture and transform Fenland over the past twelve months have been honoured.

Fenland District Council held its annual celebration evening to recognise the positive impact the work of volunteers has on local communities.

More than one hundred volunteers attended the event at March Braza Club with the highlight of the night being a special presentation with awards for the best voluntary projects over the past year.

Cllr Peter Murphy, Fenland District Council’s portfolio holder for the environment, who presented the awards, said: “The efforts of all our volunteer groups have once again been exceptional this year. Many groups go above and beyond litter picking, transforming neglected areas and buildings, enhancing wildlife, and promoting environmental sustainability. I can’t thank them all enough for everything they do.”

The evening also included a talk from Tony Cook, of Peterborough Environment City Trust (PECT), (who spoke about how the trust can support groups with wildflower establishment), a supper by Glam Grazing by Gem and live music from Bar Six. An award went to Whittlesey Street Pride for the Best Street Scene Project. It won the award for its help with the creation of a new woodland area at Yarwells Headland, a residential area in the town.

The ‘Platinum Wood’ initiative was organised by Whittlesey Town Council as part of the Queen’s Green Canopy initiative, with support from Peterborough Environment City Trust (PECT). More than one hundred trees were planted, with an area left for a future wildflower establishment.

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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR Hello again. To start on a sombre note; here we are in November once again with Remembrance Day on November 1tth which gives us the opportunity to show our respect to those who fought and continue to fight in conflicts throughout the world.

This should not be a one-off occasion as we are reminded daily of the continuing conflicts via the media of television. This year there will be a short service at the War Memorial Queen Street commencing at 10.50am on Saturday, November 11th, to which anyone can attend.

Please show your support on November 12th and join Whittlesey in its Act of Remembrance.

The parade will leave St Andrew’s Parish Hall at 2pm to process to the War Memorial where the wreath laying ceremony will take place. Included within this ceremony there will be a short service at the War Memorial. There will not be a civic remembrance service at St Mary’s Church this year.

Since my last article we have had the wonderful Whittlesey Festival where I had the privilege of opening the event and although it was covered very comprehensively in last month’s magazine, it would be remiss of me not to thank everyone involved in putting on such a great day.

The town council met in August to discuss the structure and roles and responsibilities of the railway industry specific to Whittlesey. In September, a resolution was agreed to make representations to the Department of Transport, the MP for North East Cambridgeshire, the Mayor of the CPCA, the Leader of Cambs CC and to FDC to add our support to the campaign supporting the Ely North junction improvements and also to call for the capacity improvements at Ely North junction to include protection for the proposed increase in the stopping service between Peterborough and Ely from the existing 0.5 movements per hour each way to 1.0 movements per hour each way.

It was also agreed to make representations to the operating companies Cross-Country Trains and East

Midlands Railways to increase the number of trains which stop at Whittlesea station.

The town council had supported Peter Easterbrook and Thomas Cox in their fundraising to enable them to attend the World Scout Jamboree in South Korea. Councillor Chris Boden and I attended a thank you event where we were told about the two years of fundraising events and training camps leading up to the event. Peter and Thomas returned home safely from the adventure.

The first scarecrow festival was held in September and I was involved in judging the fancy dress competition, the best decorated cake and the tasting of the cakes... naughty but very nice!

Again, I thank the organisers; all proceeds raised were for Defibrillators for All. I was also privileged to present the certificates and medals to the participants of this year’s Summer Reading Challenge. It is good to see so many children do still enjoy the scheme which is supported by the town council. This year, the numbers of young people that took part had increased by fifty percent to 196. Very well done to everyone that took part.

Congratulations to Luke Turner who was elected to represent the Whittlesey North-West Ward at the by-election in September.

Bee Green, Be Mobile, is a new business in Broad Street. Not just mobility scooters, but also all types of disability aids. It is great to see new businesses opening in the town – good luck Sean and Heidi.

The Civic Service was held on Sunday October 1st at St Andrew’s Church. My thanks go to the Reverend Emily Davis for helping to put the service together. Thanks also go to the clergy of the Pathway Church in Whittlesey, the church wardens of St Andrew’s Church, the Rural Dean of March, the Reverend Andrew Smith, the Reverend Dr Langley Mackrell-Hey, Circuit Superintendent of the Methodist Church, Pastor Richard Bibby of the Whittlesey Christian Church, the choir and organist Paul Turner for taking part in the service.

And finally, the next town council meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 16th, commencing at 7.30pm. All council meetings are public, so why not come along.

‘Til the next time, Kay Mayor

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This is most important if you have heavy or clay soil, where you should turn the soil over and leave it to the elements to break down.

You can add well-rotted manure, which can be left on the surface and if you have acidic soil spread some lime over the surface and rake it in but not at the same time as adding manure. Alternatively, if you follow the “Nodig” method, now is the time to add a good layer of mulch: the worms will pull it down into the soil, which will help with aeration.

spade. Then put a layer of sharp sand or grit in the base of the slit trench.

4. Insert the cuttings to about half their depth, spacing them about 20cm apart. Firm the soil back around them, then water in well. Water in dry spells and the cuttings should be ready to transplant in about a year’s time.

Other tasks for this month include: • Secure covers over compost heaps/bins.

Although the material needs to be damp, winter rain and snow will saturate it and slow the rotting process down.

• Plant garlic cloves, if you haven’t already, as they like to have a period of dormancy and cold before they start growing in the spring.

If you have heavy soil, then put either gravel November is an ideal time to propagate fruit or sharp sand in the base of the hole before bushes: suitable fruits include gooseberries, planting and then cover them with compost blackcurrants, white currants, and redcurrants. to get them off to a good start. Once planted You can also apply the same principle to roses, check that the birds have not dislodged them. dogwood, and forsythia.

• Start to harvest winter cabbage, Brussels 1. Select a healthy stem of the current season’s sprouts, leeks, and parsnips. Wait until after growth and cut it from the plant right at the base. a frost for the parsnips as the frost encourages Select only one or two stems from each bush. the sugars which give parsnips their sweetness.

2. Reduce the cutting down to 25-30cm Pick sprouts from the bottom up as this allows long, trimming just below a bud at the base, the top ones a chance to swell. and above a bud at the top. Remove soft • Protect cauliflowers from frost by bending growth at the stem tip. With redcurrants, white over a few leaves to cover the curds; tie currants, and gooseberries, remove all but the them in place. top three or four buds to create a clear stem.

• Cover late crops with cloches and net Leave all the buds on blackcurrants. brassicas to prevent the pigeons from 3. Choose a warm, bright site with free-draining enjoying them before you can. soil, and make a vertical slit in the soil with a

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This creates a relaxed space for you to get expert advice and stay updated on the market.

Additionally, on the last Monday of every month between 6pm and 8pm, you can find us at the Straw Bear, providing an informal setting to discuss your property needs. This accessible approach ensures that clients can seek advice when it's most convenient for them.

For those who prefer to tune in from the comfort of their homes, we have a regular show on Fenland Youth Radio, the first Tuesday of the month at 9am.

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October 1st saw the business, set up by SLT director Eileen Le Voi, officially celebrate its fifteenth anniversary. Working tirelessly to force out rogue and cowboy traders across Peterborough and surrounding areas, Safe Local Trades has received several awards for the community-focused service over the years.

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Wisbech St Mary Football Club is one such club with a large number of football teams playing each week. So, it was great to meet with Katie Critchley from Cambs FA, who does a huge amount to support our area, together with club officials Martin Holmes and Paul Albutt to discuss the club’s plans to install a new 3G football pitch. These pitches have the advantage that you can train on them for many more hours through the winter and provide a much-improved playing surface. I very much support the club in securing a 3G pitch and have been in touch with Fenland District Council regarding their planning application and will be working with the FA and Katie to ensure funding support.

There are some great examples across a range of sports where together we have managed to leverage funding to upgrade community facilities.

The new 3G pitch at Leverington Football Club, for example, has been a huge success and I hope we will see one under construction very soon at Wisbech St Mary.

Following my arts roundtable meeting earlier this year, it’s great to see the collaboration across the constituency to encourage cultural progress. The

Fenland Cultural Fund is an excellent example that allows arts organisations in Fenland to bid for up to £2000 so support their activities. While we have some great examples of culture and heritage in the constituency, it’s also recognised that Fenland has scope to improve its cultural engagement and there’s more we can do to support opportunities for local communities and residents to access high-quality cultural experiences.

This £23,000 fund should make a significant difference, allowing organisations to progress creativity and cultural offerings to new audiences, driving increased engagement and building on the existing talent we have. The fund will close to applications on November 20th so please get your bid in as soon as possible. Find out more at https://www.fenland.gov.uk/fenlandculturefund It was good to stop by at Sutton Meadows in Wisbech to see the progress of the homes development and present a plant to new residents Richard and Elizabeth Smith. When complete the site will include 221 new premises from two-bedroom semis up to four-bed detached homes.

Finally, a plea to residents to have your say on where you can vote in Fenland District Council’s review of polling districts, places and stations.

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CHURCH SERVICES AND ACTS OF REMEMBRANCE Saturday 11th November at 10.50am: Act of Remembrance at Coates Memorial Saturday 11th November at 10.50am: Act of Remembrance at Whittlesey Memorial Sunday 12th November at 9.30am: Morning Service with Act of Remembrance – St Andrew’s Sunday 12th November at 10am: Holy Communion with Act of Remembrance at Holy Trinity then to Coates Memorial Sunday 12th November 10.55am: Act of Remembrance (refreshments available from 10.30am) followed by Morning Service, St Mary’s Church Sunday 12th November 10.55am: Morning Service with Act of Remembrance – St Thomas’ Pondersbridge Sunday 12th November 11:45am: Eastrea War Memorial with Act of Remembrance Sunday 12th November at Midday: Turves War Memorial with Act of Remembrance For more details on church services, please contact hello@pathway-church.co.uk, or call the Rev. Emily Davis on 01733 205337; any later changes will be listed on www.pathway-church.co.uk

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ews channels burst with the cost-of-living crisis, and most of us are searching for ways to keep a lid on our expenditures, with travel and food high up on the list of things to cut back on.

Meanwhile, there is food waste going on and perfectly good food being emptied into landfills.

This is happening in Peterborough and Whittlesey, but there is an initiative to reduce it in Whittlesey that you can track down on Facebook – find the Helping Whittlesey page at www.facebook. com/groups/1801426020156845 or email helpingwhittlesey@gmail.com Surplus produce, sometimes with a limited shelf life, is provided to anyone who can make use of it. If you can make a donation, it will help keep the scheme running, if you cannot – that is fine. It is not a food bank; it is a way to use what would otherwise become waste – and it reduces our carbon footprint. It is called the Helping Whittlesey Community Pantry.

If this results in using food creatively at a fraction of the price normally paid – it reduces a household food bill – there is not much wrong with that. If those on a limited budget can access better quality ingredients – there is not much wrong with that either. If we can make better use of what we have and improve the environment – that is another win-win situation. Seeing this in action raises awareness of buying only what you need.

Be vigilant and support those who are working hard to help our community.

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Talk Money Week: November 6th-10th 2023

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There are all sorts of reasons why we don’t like talking about money, from being embarrassed to simply just ‘being British’. But being open about our finances can make a difference to a whole range of areas in our lives.

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he Money and Pensions Service’s annual Talk Money Week is taking place in November.

To mark the occasion, we want to share five reasons why talking about money can be beneficial.

It lowers stress levels Speaking about a problem can help to lift a weight off your mind because you’re no longer carrying the burden all by yourself. This certainly applies when it comes to money troubles. What may appear to be a huge obstacle often feels more achievable once you’ve shared your concerns with a trusted friend or family member.

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sharing openly as soon as things become a problem helps to build trust and unity as you can tackle it together.

It helps you access support Discussing money worries can help you find out where there is free help available in your local community, as others share what they know. If you’re struggling in debt or need support with managing your money, visit moneyhelper.org.uk or see capuk. org to find out more about the face-to-face services Christians Against Poverty (CAP) offers.

It makes you more financially resilient Having regular conversations about money can help you stay focused on your financial goals and gain useful skills from others.

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Talk Money Week is an initiative set up by the Money and Pensions Service and this year is happening on November 6th-10th. Find out more at maps.org.uk/talk-money-week Christians Against Poverty (CAP) is a UK charity working with more than 800 affiliated churches to deliver debt help, budgeting guidance, support to find work, life skills education and more.

Visit capuk.org to find out more.

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CLUB-GOERS ENJOY FREE TASTER SESSIONS Whittlesey Sports Association in conjunction with Whittlesey Rifle Club has been hosting free taster sessions at the Manor Centre. The club is looking for new members and you can get in touch by going to Facebook Whittlesey Rifle Club.

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LIBRARY EVENTS Whittlesey Library has recently hosted two family events.

Pendragon Circus paid a visit thanks to support from Whittlesey Town Council and spent the morning teaching fun skills while the library also hosted its most successful Summer Reading Challenge ever when the Mayor of Whittlesey Cllr Kay Mayor presented all the children with their certificates.

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SPORTED ADVISES LOCAL CLUBS Rob Danson, regional manager from Sported, has been giving advice and guidance to Whittlesey clubs who support young people.

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The festival also had its first ‘Shop Window Display’ competition this year. Tina Overton, secretary of the festival committee and organizer, said: “Our worthy winners of the £100 prize were the Market Street Emporium who made a colourful, eyecatching 1960s-1970s Festival Disco Psychology theme as their winning display. We look forward to more shops and businesses taking part next year.”

The festival committee has thanked everyone who supported this year’s event, making it one of the best yet. Next year’s festival will be held on Sunday, September 8th.

FESTIVAL SCHOOLS ART COMPETITION WINNERS AND SHOP FRONT DISPLAY One of the most popular aspects of the Whittlesey Festival is the Schools Art Competition and this year was no exception.

More than 480 people visited the exhibition on festival day which for the first time was held at the Whittlesey Library.

Marija Lysak, committee member and organiser of the exhibition said: “The standard of work was absolutely superb with more than 150 entries from across all of the local schools. The judges including Jenny Parker, local artist James Green and myself had the privileged but difficult task of choosing the winners.

“Thanks go to Jakki Racey manager of Whittlesey and Fenland Libraries for agreeing to extend the exhibition for an extra two weeks after the festival which enabled many more visitors to see it and to her staff who were always willing to give a helping hand when necessary. We look forward to working together next year.”

The winners of the art competition were: Primary school category 4-7 years, 1 Alex Biba, Park Lane, 2 Lillian, New Road, 3 Alessa Laplace-Pinnell, Alderman Jacobs. Highly commended Willow Lowrie, Alderman Jacobs; 8-11 years, 1 Ava-Lilly, Coates, 2 Eva Jackson-Neal, Alderman Jacobs, 3 Caliyah Siziba, Park Lane. Highly commended Amie, New Road; Senior school category; Sir Harry Smith Community College 11-14 years category, 1 Maya Limas, 2 Tyler Atkin, 3 Eloise Moore. Highly commended Ethan Hales; 15-18 years, 1 Alex Woodbridge, 2 Nikola Surdy, 3 Erin Douglas. Highly commended Aisha Houari.

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NEW CLUBS OPEN IN TOWN There are two new sports clubs in Whittlesey.

Rookie Rollers Bowling Club is hosting free sessions every Thursday at the Indoor Bowls Sports Complex from 4.30pm to 6pm. The activity involves an adapted version of bowls suited to children aged over seven. Contact Angela Kelly on (07753) 631328.

Meanwhile Small Fry is a new fishing club for children, with sessions held on the Bower behind the Manor Swimming Pool on the last Saturday of the month.

Any youngsters wishing to join should email: hello@fenlandyouthradio.com for details.

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✔ Patios & Paving ✔ Landscape Garden Work

✔ Fencing ✔ Tree Work ✔ Power Cleaning

✔ Moss Removal ✔ Full Garden Tidies 14 day cooling off period

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Steve 07393 942998

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Repairs & replacements • All colours supplied and fitted UPVC fascias and soffits • All repair work undertaken Local family business – please call for a free estimate:

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PROPERTY MAINTENANCE AND HANDYMAN SERVICES No job too small - Free Estimates KITCHENS BATHROOMS PLUMBING PAINTING ELECTRICAL TILING PATIOS DECKING FLOORING GENERAL MAINTENANCE JAMES PILSWORTH

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Carpentry & Property Maintenance Kitchens Joinery Home Improvements Windows / doors Patios Flooring and much more...

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IRONING SERVICE

IRONING £3/kg SHIRTS £1 each

Free col/del in Whittlesey

CLEANING £13/hr ALSO DEEP CLEANS ALL CLEANING PRODUCTS PROVIDED

Call 07855 752499

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PLUMBING & HEATING

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R E ROOFING REPAIR SPECIALISTS

Installation, service and maintenance covering all aspects of plumbing and heating.

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T: 01733 244367 M: 07983 425484

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ROOFING

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Flat roofing to any system with 25 year warranty

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• 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 M: 07468 442 002 or T: 01733 322 562 (please try both phone numbers)

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