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Edition of your local Romsey & Wellow Gazette Community Magazine!

DearResidents, I do hope you are fit and well. We are certainly not out of the woods yet, but let’s stay as positive as possible and keep in touch with family and friends to help each other as much as we can.

For businesses there have been many challenges and we are overcoming them on a daily basis. It is more important than ever to keep our local trades and services busy. Calling them for advice and booking them in, to help you in the house, the garden, or indeed for you personally will keep everyone’s morale high and the economy surviving. This is certainly a team effort, with all of us working together. If you know of a local company that needs more customers, then we could be just what they are looking for. Please mention your useful little magazine to them. We are here and ready to help.

There are also some great articles for you to read this month including Alan Titchmarsh, Kevin McCloud and a celebrity interview with the incredible Lewis Hamilton! We also have some local community data so please support these charities, events and clubs where you can. Again, they need all the back-up they can get.

We are fast approaching Christmas, which is quite something. I do hope you are more prepared than I am!

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In this issue

Romsey & Wellow Friends of Cancer Research UK Romsey Country Markets Pub Quiz Interview: Lewis Hamilton Councillor’s Column Kevin McCloud Column Romsey Loves...

Romsey Town Council Adventures of Daichi Alan Titchmarsh Column Puzzle Answers Recipe: Tear’n’Share Sweet Bread

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Romsey & Wellow Friends of Cancer Research UK reach £1,000,000 target In 2002 ICRF merged with Cancer Research Campaign, and Cancer Research UK was born. During 2002 the Group celebrated their 25th Anniversary having raised around £180,000 to that date.

Romsey & Wellow Friends of Cancer Research UK reach their £1,000,000 Target and extends a HUGE THANK YOU to everyone in Romsey, West Wellow and surrounding areas, who have helped and supported them over the past 44 years, making this achievement possible.

In 1977 the local Group was formed, following an advert in the National Press for help in raising funds for Cancer Research. Founder member, Pam Cotton, responded and a meeting took place, attended by Mr Gordon McLeod of the charity Imperial Cancer Research Fund. He explained the work of ICRF and asked if people attending would consider forming a Group to raise funds.

Over the years Cancer Research UK has expanded considerably, and the work by the amazing doctors, scientists and researchers continues on a much larger scale. The money that we, and many other Groups provide, together with public and corporate donations and legacies, contributes to the enormous progress in diagnosis and treatments, which are being made.

Thankfully, cancer is now a survivable disease, with survival rates continuing to improve for many cancers, giving hope to countless families affected by the disease.

Please continue to support our local Group and the work of Cancer Research UK, whenever you can. We thank you sincerely for your support in achieving this outstanding amount.

A second meeting was held shortly after, which 25 ladies attended, and Romsey & Wellow Friends of Imperial Cancer Research Fund was officially formed in February 1977.

The first year went well and raised approximately £1,500, and over the next 20 years (1977) £131,000 had been raised. Events included Summer Fetes, Jumble Sales, Barn Dances, Stalls at Romsey Show, Music Hall at The Plaza Theatre, Fashion Show at The Polygon Hotel, Southampton, to name but a few.

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Want a more sustainable Christmas?

During the Lockdowns of 2020 and 2021, people rediscovered the delights and importance of buying local produce. If this has inspired you to have a more sustainable Christmas this year (however big or small it turns out to be) but you need help, or just don’t know where to start, a visit to Romsey Country Market would be a great first step.

Reduce your food miles with home-grown vegetables, local eggs, home-made jams & chutneys, and an array of home-baked goodies – including vegetarian and vegan products. Or why not buy some re-useable material crackers and crowns? Members would be

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delighted to show you the full range of gifts, Christmas decorations and cards available for the festive season, along with all the usual local produce and plants.

So, why not come along and see what’s on offer. Romsey Country Markets will take place on the following dates: ROMSEY TOWN HALL Opening Hours: 11.00am - 12.30pm Friday 12th November Friday 3rd, 10th & 17th December ROMSEY CORNMARKET (near Barclays Bank) Opening hours: 9.00am – 2.30pm Saturday 6th & 27th November Saturday 4th, 11th & 18th December Goods can also be ordered at the markets, or through Facebook, for collection at a later date.

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The Need For Speed World champ Lewis Hamilton on staying, and feeling, young and motivated for success While not everything has gone his way so far this season, the bookies are still firm in their backing of Lewis Hamilton as, categorically, the man to beat.

The 36-year-old Brit said: “To all the kids out there, dream the impossible! Believe you can win every race, believe you can amount to every challenge… and you just might.”

bed then wake up the next morning and do the same thing again and again and again. We all have lives outside the circuit, but my commitment has never waned.”

As far as being the sport’s ‘Marmite man’, his 2020 BBC

“We are in a different era now and a lot of us have been trained as racing drivers to keep our cool, because when you start to lose your mind in a car you start to lose control.”

The frightening thing is that, despite seven world titles, the Mercedes driver has time on his side – the great Luigi Fagioli was 53 when he scored his final race win at the 1951 French Grand Prix.

Certainly, it’s becoming difficult to remember a time when Hamilton’s grit, speed and desire wasn’t present in the sport. And while life away from the track often gathers as many headlines for Hamilton, the racer is confident in his commitment.

“I know people like to brand me as this celebrity who cares more about image, money and photoshoots than he does his profession, but I can assure you that’s not true, nor has it ever been true.

“There are no racing drivers who finish a day’s racing on the track, head home get to

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them in the pit lane at the end of races, and don’t me wrong it was great entertainment to watch that kind of thing.

Sports Personality of the Year Award proves that public swell remains with him. And anyway, not only does Hamilton give short shrift to the detractors, he has the ability to stay calm and collected at all times.

“Racing has been a part of my DNA from the start,” he says. “I’m just not one of those drivers who’s going to go around losing my rag.

As for what comes next, Hamilton remains as confident and motivated as ever. “In thinking about the future I always look to the past and I’ve been with Mercedes a long, long time.

“It’s been a privilege to see Mercedes evolve, see the success over those years, and now to be a part of that success and to see them constantly evolving, innovating, and moving forward.”

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Councillor’s Column

As the United Nations Climate Change Conference kicks off in Glasgow this month, it’s the perfect time to reflect on what we’ve been doing locally to tackle the climate and ecological emergency – and what we can continue to do to ensure we eliminate the council’s carbon footprint here in Test Valley. Having declared a climate emergency in 2019 and adopted our action plan in 2020 – I have recently created a brand-new Cabinet post with specific responsibility for the Climate Emergency and Countryside. Enabling Cllr Ali Johnston to focus on creating a greener vehicle fleet and harnessing new technology, as well as implementing our pledge to plant thousands of trees to help remove CO2 from the atmosphere.

On that note, the Council is in the process of completing the purchase of land near Upper Clatford to create a wildlife-rich area of countryside for communities to enjoy in the future. The land, which is situated to the south of Bury Hill covers around 38-acres, which the council has been able to purchase from developer contributions specifically set aside to improve access to the countryside. Once the purchase is complete in January 2022, the council will begin work towards opening up the space for the public to enjoy, with the aim of having the site accessible and available for use in the autumn next year. The Covid-19 pandemic has highlighted just how important green space is to our communities. My hope is that generations to come can enjoy

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this wonderful area of countryside – as they do in our other nature reserves at Rooksbury Mill and Anton Lakes in Andover and Fishlake Meadows in Romsey.

This work comes hot on the heels of the work we have done this year to create more urban meadows in Test Valley, allowing grasses and plants to develop, providing valuable habitat for insects and birds. It’s our plan to continue to increase the amount of land that’s given over to nature – which is not only great for the environment but makes our parks, verges and the edges of our recreation spaces look even more attractive.

We are also working closely with the County Council, which is in charge of waste disposal infrastructure, to give our residents more opportunities to recycle. It is now looking increasingly likely that from early 2023, we’ll be able to offer residents the chance to recycle glass, thin plastics (pots, tubs and trays) and Tetra Pak-style cartons, in the same household recycling bin. As well as providing a weekly food waste service. Upping recycling rates.

So, whilst COP26 will, quite rightly, be focusing on what can be done nationally and internationally including hopefully committing the biggest carbon emitters like China and the US to take greater action - it’s essential that we continue to make a difference locally.

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Leisure is Pleasure Why the dressed-down tracksuit and leisure look is here to stay.

Did you get too used to dressing down over lockdown, and it now feels like a chore to put on that formal workwear again? Don’t worry, you’re not alone.

The evidence… activewear accounted for over 40 per cent of online fashion sales last year, and that’s hardly surprising when you’ve got some of the world’s best musicians, actors, and even world leaders, ditching their designer suits and denim. The reality is tracksuits and activewear are no longer seen as an urban-only garment, and the biggest labels are joining the sports companies in the utilitarian stakes.

When tracksuits became a thing of the mainstream after being popularised in the 1960s

by American athletes, they were often made of cotton and terrycloth, as well as having buttons instead of zippers.

The big players began to get involved, with the growing popularity of exercise and running in the Eighties seeing these matching sports uniforms achieve unprecedented sales levels.

With film and television exposure further enhancing their popularity, the rap scene pushed popularity further into the mainstream, while British bands at the height of ‘Britpop’ such as Oasis regularly dressed in either the colours of their favourite football team or sports brands who were eager to take advantage of their logos being displayed everywhere.

Soon enough, Sporty Spice proved a perfect exemplar of leisurewear girl power, a point from which we have never regressed, particularly when Nineties ‘It girls’ and socialites – think Paris Hilton and Kim Kardashian – pushed ‘dressed down’ into the realms of ‘dressing up’.

As it stands, velour tracksuits are en vogue, though 2022 is expected to bring about a new look. Metallic sheens and lustrous finishes will come to the fore, with the encouragement to mix branded tops with more voluminous, flowing bottoms, such as a skirt.

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such as light-reflecting fabrics and holographic finishes will emerge. And with an emphasis on boldness and ‘street scene’, we can expect the feeling of post-pandemic freedom to filter through into bright, buoyant leisurewear designs.

Also keep an eye out for an inevitable push towards eco fabrics and fashion sustainability - as ever, looking good doesn’t and shouldn’t mean bad news for the planet.

There’s even a new term – athluxe – reflecting the fully blurred lines between performance and fashion, and what’s great is the fact leisurewear doesn’t discriminate on age, income, or shape in the same way as might a miniskirt or a top that sits off the shoulders. A tracksuit is a style statement, a jacket with shorts shows ingenuity, a polo shirt is high fashion.

So while we all need to remember to dress appropriately for the occasion, the rules have certainly been relaxed as far as leisurewear goes.

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A Design for Life… The Kevin McCloud Column Designer, writer and television presenter, Kevin McCloud leapt into our consciousness with his vastly successful Grand Designs show on Channel 4. This month, the affable architect discusses the importance of buildings in terms of who we are as people.

I’ve always regarded buildings as living, breathing, evolving things, and while you can judge each and every one architecturally, sometimes the real fabric of a home, an office, a shop, a theatre – whatever it may be – is in the people and personalities who inhabit it.

It’s always interesting with Grand Designs when we revisit buildings several years down the line to see how they have grown and merged into their environments. When a project is freshly completed there is always an element of buildings appearing clinical and, I guess, unhomely. I would even suggest that a scuffed skirting board or lightly scratched wooden floor adds personality to a space, so we should all be encouraged to enjoy our homes, to throw ourselves around in them, without fear of losing that show home chic.

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Brighton. I went back after 12 or 13 years and discovered that the kids who were five or so were now these strapping 18-year-olds and heading off to university, while this ‘house’ was truly transformed into a home.

In other projects we revisited, we had many people who had started projects effectively homeless, or as single parents,

a local councillor, or perhaps they are sitting on the board of a housing association, all giving back to the community.

For me, that shows that in the right circumstances when you’re given the chance to build (which is an empowering process) and to experience living in great architecture, it leads to people’s lives changing for the better.

It’s no coincidence and I see this all the time; and I love that because it vindicates so much of what I’d felt and believed about buildings for so long.

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you'll know it. And I’m not just talking about the much loved Beggars Fair. During the summer we were treated to weeks of Mediterranean climate. So quite naturally many of us found By ourselves in a routine of visiting Alex Baxter the closest beer gardens we could find. On Friday and weekend evenings especially you’d find the town centre to be busy with happy locals enjoying each other's company on the outdoor seating for a drink or two.

I live near one. Chances are you live near one. Romsey is full of them. The English pub is the most conspicuous form of business around, giving clear testament to the town’s (historical) reputation across the region for its brewing and - dare I say it, drinking. In fact it is estimated that at one point in time there were almost 100 public houses, inns, and taverns across the borough - trivia John Sergeant was quick to bring attention to during his visit for a documentary In fact when I went on walks series long ago (Britain’s First during those balmy hours, Photo Album). Now that's quite a passing through Middlebridge pub crawl. No wonder the saying Street, up Bell Street, and right goes: "So drunk he must have down The Hundred, it was easy to been to Romsey". see how important our watering holes really are to us. Whether we go daily to meet people, as a special treat with family, or to gather and watch sporting events - as seen by scenes from this year’s Euros. And not forgetting also how they can support the community’s economy by offering locally sourced food and beverage. Indeed, the pub holds cultural significance to our way of life. A customary aspect of our national identity that only the cup Although the number of of tea could compete for top spot. establishments present in Romsey today is considerably more The best pubs in essence are sobering - though most still only micro-engineered to break down yards from one another, the social barriers and encourage a homegrown hospitality and lively all-inclusive a brewery industry continues to tmosphere. thrive. When the town is in a thirst With the typical

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open floor plan and unrestricted seating that allows strangers to strike up conversations. These homely buildings essentially act as neutral territory for all walks of life. Each containing their own cast list of regulars and local characters - which we can all agree Romsey has plenty.

In many respects, pubs were never intended to be the popular communal venues they now are.

According to Historic UK, public houses date all the way back to the Romans who built them strategically along roads solely to quench the thirst of legionary troops. Of course over time these buildings grew to provide lodging for all weary travellers, and have even been depicted in folklore as uncivilised dens for smugglers and highwaymen, before finally settling as spaces of leisure where you can meet friends for quiz nights or watch travelling bands.

Regardless of the evolution, the specific British brand associated has never been shaken, to the degree that pubs are recognised worldwide as a “quintessential characteristic” of the English town, village, and city (if true then Romsey certainly plays its part in giving the claim credit). So much so that in 1943, the US War Office commissioned a film guide for American soldiers about British

society called A Welcome to Britain, which highlighted our customs and etiquettes. And the first thing they introduced about us - the pub.

It's not a surprise the pub is considered so iconically British as it is - like red telephone boxes or Big Ben. They can be spotted a mile away by the formulaic golden lettering above the entrance and the hanging of a painted sign - distinguished by portraits that reflect local agricultural heritage or even royal connection.

It's not uncommon that most of the pubs, inns, hotels you find today are hundreds of years old having undergone generations of ownership and renovations, yet always recognisably distinct in their shapes and appearance.

Ranging from a white and black Tudor exterior to thatched roofs and coach yards, and decorated with their own traditional and contemporary interior styles that contrast with low timber beamed ceilings and old oak furniture.

Welcoming you in reliably with the glistening countertop where landlords and their tight knit staff stand ready and waiting to tend to your orders - pulling pints and pouring glasses of beer, cider, rum, ale, stout, brandy, gin.

Whatever your choice of poison may be, Romsey has it.

open floor plan and unrestricted seating that allows strangers to strike up conversations. These homely buildings essentially act as neutral territory for all walks of life. Each containing their own cast list of regulars and local characters - which we can all agree Romsey has plenty.

In many respects, pubs were never intended to be the popular communal venues they now are.

According to Historic UK, public houses date all the way back to the Romans who built them strategically along roads solely to quench the thirst of legionary troops. Of course over time these buildings grew to provide lodging for all weary travellers, and have even been depicted in folklore as uncivilised dens for smugglers and highwaymen, before finally settling as spaces of leisure where you can meet friends for quiz nights or watch travelling bands.

Regardless of the evolution, the specific British brand associated has never been shaken, to the degree that pubs are recognised worldwide as a “quintessential characteristic” of the English town, village, and city (if true then Romsey certainly plays its part in giving the claim credit). So much so that in 1943, the US War Office commissioned a film guide for American soldiers about British

society called A Welcome to Britain, which highlighted our customs and etiquettes. And the first thing they introduced about us - the pub.

It's not a surprise the pub is considered so iconically British as it is - like red telephone boxes or Big Ben. They can be spotted a mile away by the formulaic golden lettering above the entrance and the hanging of a painted sign - distinguished by portraits that reflect local agricultural heritage or even royal connection.

It's not uncommon that most of the pubs, inns, hotels you find today are hundreds of years old having undergone generations of ownership and renovations, yet always recognisably distinct in their shapes and appearance.

Ranging from a white and black Tudor exterior to thatched roofs and coach yards, and decorated with their own traditional and contemporary interior styles that contrast with low timber beamed ceilings and old oak furniture.

Welcoming you in reliably with the glistening countertop where landlords and their tight knit staff stand ready and waiting to tend to your orders - pulling pints and pouring glasses of beer, cider, rum, ale, stout, brandy, gin.

Whatever your choice of poison may be, Romsey has it.

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NEWSLETTER WINTER 2021

MAYORS WINTER MESSAGE Dear Romsey Resident When I wrote for the last newsletter we were just coming out of lockdown and waiting to hear which ‘roadmap’ we would be following through the summer. What a lot has happened since then!

Our summer, although not as summery as it could have been, has for me been glorious watching our town come back to life: the bunting flapping in sunshine, seeing The Hundred full of shoppers, people milling around the market stalls, meeting friends in both the outdoor and indoor coffee shops. All normal Romsey things that last year could only be imagined.

It has been a privilege to attend functions in the last few months as Town Mayor and to witness the enjoyment of people and groups as they return their normal events (albeit with mask wearing and social distancing). The Romsey Festival was a joy, the Songs of Praise held in the Market Place on a lovely sunny evening was the sort of event that makes Romsey special. We are so lucky to live amongst people who organize such events that make us all feel good about where we live.

the town’s Christmas festivities. I hope that with the safety measures in place, all will go ahead and this year the town and its people will sparkle and shine beneath the lights as it has in the past.

Life lived in Romsey is special. As I write this, autumn is upon us and plans are being made for

Karen Dunleavey Romsey Town Mayor

Romsey’s Christmas Tree 2020 Photo © Lillia Jakeman

With my best wishes to everyone for a safe, Merry Christmas and a Happy 2022.

Romsey Town Hall Our beautiful Council Chamber is the perfect setting for your intimate wedding or civil partnership.

For more details please visit www.romseytc.org.uk or contact our Events Manager on 01794 512837

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CHRISTMAS EVENTS 27th November, 6pm Lantern Parade, Winter Carnival and Light Switch On This year the Community Lantern Parade will assemble at Crosfield Hall with the Winter Carnival and will follow the same route, ie, Broadwater Road, into Palmerston Street onto The Hundred and into the Market Place. The Lantern Parade will then continue down Bell Street and Broadwater Road back to the Crosfield Hall whilst the Carnival will wait until the Lights have been switched on and then follow the same route.

ROUTE OF THE LANTERN PARADE AND WINTER CARNIVAL

10th December Late Night Shopping and Father Christmas comes to Romsey A highlight for many at Christmas, Romsey shops will open into the evening offering an extra special seasonal welcome to customers. We hear Father Christmas is expected to visit at 6.45 pm and we have Romsey Fire Station standing by in case he makes his usual navigational error, lands on a roof and needs rescuing.

19th December, 10am to 3pm Romsey Makers Market A chance to buy original handmade Christmas gifts.

CHRISTMAS ROAD CLOSURE SCHEDULE

Note: A number of town centre roads will be closed for these events, please look for diversion signs. Details overpage.

19th December, 10am to 2pm Hampshire Farmers Christmas Market Held in the Alma Road car park, this market focuses on Christmas items and is a lovely chance to purchase fresh, local, seasonal foods.

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Romsey By Pass, Southampton Road, Winchester Road, Alma Road, Malmsbury Road, Duttons Road, Greatbridge Street, Cherville Street, The Horsefair and Church Street

*Bell Street, Market Place, The Hundred between Market Place and Latimer Street and Church Street.

Monday 20th December 2021

18.00 – 21.00

Romsey By Pass, Southampton Road, Winchester Road, Alma Road, Malmsbury Road, Duttons Road, Greatbridge Street, Cherville Street, The Horsefair and Church Street

*Please note the ONE WAY restrictions on Bell Street and Market Square are suspended during the time of the closure.

20th December, 7pm Carols in the Market Place Gather around the Christmas tree in the Market Place for a festive evening of carol singing and live music.

** Please note the ONE WAY restrictions on Bell Street, Market Square and The Hundred are suspended during the time of the closure.

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Saturday 27th November 2021

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Romsey By Pass, Southampton Road, Winchester Road, Alma Road, Malmsbury Road, Duttons Road, Greatbridge Street, Cherville Street, The Horsefair and Church Street

*Bell Street, Market Place, The Hundred between Market Place and Latimer Street and Church Street.

Monday 20th December 2021

18.00 – 21.00

Romsey By Pass, Southampton Road, Winchester Road, Alma Road, Malmsbury Road, Duttons Road, Greatbridge Street, Cherville Street, The Horsefair and Church Street

*Please note the ONE WAY restrictions on Bell Street and Market Square are suspended during the time of the closure. ** Please note the ONE WAY restrictions on Bell Street, Market Square and The Hundred are suspended during the time of the closure.

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VIEW FROM THE TOWN Since the last newsletter, Romsey has enjoyed a lovely Summer and a more “normal” feel to every- day life.

As Lockdown eased, local businesses and all retail venues were able to fully open, with restaurants, pubs and coffee shops all able to serve an unlimited number of customers, both internally and externally.

The Market Place with its outdoor seating continues to be a popular venue for people to meet and to enjoy alfresco coffee, meals and drinks.

In terms of footfall, latest figures show that Romsey is back to 2019 rates at 62%. There is a 5% shop vacancy rate in Romsey town centre, whereas Andover is nearer 14%. 12 % is the National average and so as a Town Centre Romsey continues to perform well.

It is great to see new businesses opening and Romsey benefits from many independent shops which are an attraction to both residents and visitors alike. The High Street was changing even before the pandemic began and there seems to have been a cultural shift to buying local and supporting local businesses. We are working in conjunction with our colleagues at the Chamber of Commerce and Test Valley Borough Council to bring new initiatives for keeping the £ local.

Our markets seem to be thriving and the Sunday Romsey Maker’s Market in the Market Place and The Cornmarket has proved to be popular, adding to the ambiance of the Town.

Romsey Market held on a Tuesday, Friday and Saturday still remains extremely popular with a growing waiting list. As well as the popular wellestablished traders, new stall holders are also proving to attract new customers with a more diverse offering.

In terms of Town events, it was great to welcome back the popular Romsey Antiques Market to the Town in July and October. The postponed Romsey Festival took place in July with great success. We are also looking forward to being able to hold a full programme of Christmas events this year, with the Christmas Light Switch On Event and Winter Carnival with its ever popular Lantern Parade being held on 27th November.

In terms of tourism, the staycation and day-trip market has benefited Romsey, with many local tourists re-discovering the sometimes forgotten gems that we have on our own doorstep.

Working with our colleagues at Tourism South East, this market is predicted to keep growing into 2022 and new initiatives are currently being worked on to attract more visitors and visitor spend into Romsey.

In summary Romsey has shown great resilience and community spirit throughout this crisis and a real testament to the strength of the residents who call this town “Home” Lisa Mortimer Town and Tourism Co-ordinator Romsey Town Council

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The Adventures of Daichi

The Modern Magazines Camper Van The Jurassic era, an age of reptiles.

A time of abundant dinosaurs and the advent of birds and mammals.

It all started approximately 200 million years ago and ended around 145 million years ago with widespread volcanic eruptions and the release of so much CO2 that the oceans became acidic, and the global warming killed off 76 percent of marine and terrestrial life on Earth. Many plants however survived including the ferns we see today, horsetails, cypress, pines and many other species of our beloved greenery we so enjoy.

Daichi is a big fan of our British Jurassic Coast. He loves to wind around those country lanes and end up at the sea looking out into the far distance. This month he took us to a real Dorset beauty spot. Ringstead Bay off the small village of Ringstead. The beach here is very different to the majestic

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sandy, warm beach in Weymouth just 8 miles away. This is a covelike beach, more like you find in Devon or Cornwall. It is pebbly and has painted wooden rowing boats waiting patiently in their upsidedown position near the wall. I love sandy beaches, but this was pretty special, and the water was crystal clear and inviting. Daichi had found this glorious, secluded place by chance in fact, as we were just exploring, following roads we thought looked interesting. Daichi likes to do this. On a warmer day, it would have been ideal for a picnic and a swim. It is such a sheltered, cozy bay. Today it was enough to take in the view and relax. The Isle of Portland, looking very grand, is in clear sight. There is a café with seating outside and a parking area which is really convenient so I am sure in the height of summer it is buzzing with excitement and

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activity. The day we arrived it was quiet and peaceful. Ideal for gazing out to sea and breathing in the fresh, cooler autumn air. Perfect.

After a little exploration Daichi took us onto Osmington Mills just five miles from the town of Weymouth.

Here there is a ‘chocolate box’ thatched pub and restaurant, The Smugglers Inn. Beautiful. The views from the cliff top here are both exhilarating and extremely calming at the same time. That first, incredible, panoramic scene over the sea, the cliffs, the bay, the rocks and huge ocean liners bobbing around (a reminder of our trials and tribulations of today), took Daichi’s breath away. Can you imagine being a massive dinosaur lugging that heavy body and long neck across this land and swinging your neck out to sea where there are huge fish swirling around in the waters below. This area sparks that imagination, that long-gone sight of yesteryears. The walks around the whole coastline look inspiring and the next time we go there we will be wearing hiking boots and will be

Daichi went to see the sea!

taking a stroll for sure. The beaches are dog friendly too, so for anyone with a four-legged, active friend, they can take the stroll with you.

This whole 96-mile Jurassic coastline, which stretches from Exmouth in East Devon to Studland Bay in Dorset is just gorgeous.

There is so much to explore.

Thousands and thousands of years of history. Changing climates, reptiles now extinct, fish are much smaller, and humans have taken over. What a different planet it is today. Somehow for Daichi it puts the problems of now, into a different perspective. Maybe we should take some of those problems less seriously, throw caution to the wind a bit more, argue a little less and laugh much more. Daichi certainly likes to make us smile and I have to say he does a great job! Where will he take us next, I wonder…?

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activity. The day we arrived it was quiet and peaceful. Ideal for gazing out to sea and breathing in the fresh, cooler autumn air. Perfect.

After a little exploration Daichi took us onto Osmington Mills just five miles from the town of Weymouth.

Here there is a ‘chocolate box’ thatched pub and restaurant, The Smugglers Inn. Beautiful. The views from the cliff top here are both exhilarating and extremely calming at the same time. That first, incredible, panoramic scene over the sea, the cliffs, the bay, the rocks and huge ocean liners bobbing around (a reminder of our trials and tribulations of today), took Daichi’s breath away. Can you imagine being a massive dinosaur lugging that heavy body and long neck across this land and swinging your neck out to sea where there are huge fish swirling around in the waters below. This area sparks that imagination, that long-gone sight of yesteryears. The walks around the whole coastline look inspiring and the next time we go there we will be wearing hiking boots and will be

Daichi went to see the sea!

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Winchester entrepreneurs launch website to showcase Hampshire’s best experiences Two Winchester entrepreneurs have joined forces with one goal in mind: uncovering local gems to bring unique Hampshire experiences to locals and tourists. Roger Walker and David Collinson are passionate about tourism and technology and saw a gap for an online portal that would put the wonderful activity and experience providers dotted around the county into the hands of their potential customers. Experience Hampshire is their answer.

They’ve invested in a bells and whistles website, working side-by-side with Winchester-based web development agency Summit Digital. Together they have created a seamless booking experience for customers and a simple uploading process for the businesses who will be offering their experiences. Roger explains why they chose to launch Experience Hampshire: “There are so many fantastic and original things to do in Hampshire but it can be time consuming to find them and book them. We wanted to make this whole process seamless and easy for both people looking for interesting things to do and experience providers. We want to showcase activities that are different from the standard ‘Red Letter Day’ vouchers that were once so popular.

activity providers to register them on the portal. “Whether you run gin-making classes, alpaca walking, jewelry making, wood carving, tree climbing experiences or cookery courses, we want to hear from you.

We want to provide activities for adventurers, explorers, creatives and the curious! Once onboard with Experience Hampshire our team will provide ongoing support for those offering experiences through the website and are ready to help make their activities shine to potential customers.”

David goes on to explain: “We want providers of experiences to be able to focus on doing what they love; running their activities and workshops. Our aim is to help our Partners cut out some of the admin, reservation and marketing tasks so they can focus on what they’re passionate about.”

If you’re interested in becoming a Partner of Experience Hampshire please contact Roger on roger@experiencehampshire.uk or visit www.experiencehampshire.uk

We’re looking for artisans, creatives and the adventurous to help us offer a range of activities to suit anyone including couples, friends, families and grandparents.” Experience Hampshire will launch later this year.

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Greenfingers… the Alan Titchmarsh column He’s a brilliant presenter, accomplished gardener, talented novelist and all-round horticultural inspiration. This month, Alan Titchmarsh talks about getting our youngsters involved in gardening projects.

I started gardening when I was nine or ten. I made a little greenhouse, tidied edges, mowed the lawn and sowed seeds, which then came up. When I had that little bit of success, it emboldened me to take cuttings and do more, and it all went on from there.

To be honest I was obsessed with all things nature - frogs, toads, insects… and the garden is the nearest bit of natural history to us, so I always felt comfortable there and I still do, although I’m not sure the young generation have quite the same connection with the outdoors.

In recent years I’ve worked with the Royal Horticultural Society in campaigns for school gardening, and we’ve had over 30,000 schools involved.

Particularly at primary level if we can, literally, sow the seed when children are young, get them connected with the earth rather than disconnected and fearful, it will mean we are investing in the future custodians of the landscape.

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When I was a boy, Percy Thrower presented a programme called Gardening Club on a Friday night – this was way before Gardener’s World. He, along with a junior schoolteacher of mine, Harry Rhodes – who used to sell cacti at the church bazaar – were great inspirations.

Indeed, my first plants came from Harry. Before he died, he saw me building a career, and one of life’s great delights was knowing that Harry witnessed this little lad he had encouraged to garden getting on, and doing alright. It was an unusual thing for a small boy to be interested in, therefore when you see a young gardener showing a keen interest, you always want to fan the flame. I’m now doing what Percy and Mr Rhodes did.

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Just as when I was a boy it was a place of discovery and play, now it’s more a thing of art, beauty and quiet contemplation.

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Well-Read Winter Warmers As the nights draw in, here are a selection of biographical new releases designed to keep you company.

Never Give Up by Bear Grylls Bear Grylls’ sequel to the multi-million copy selling global phenomenon Mud, Sweat and Tears continues to chronicle the global adventurer and presenter’s life and career since stepping onto screen, taking readers along with him on his most famous adventures, sharing personal stories from his favourite expeditions, and capturing his hairiest survival challenges.

He documents valuable lessons he’s learned in the wild, opens up about his most personal challenges and achievements, and celebrates the true value of adventure and the enduring importance of courage, kindness and resilience.

Published by Transworld on October 28th Reflections by Holly Willoughby A heartfelt, perceptive book about finding beauty, inside and out, Holly Willoughby is the UK’s most popular female TV presenter and is best known for her work on This Morning, Dancing on Ice and, formerly, Celebrity Juice.

The book explores the idea of gaining courage, contentment

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and awareness from within, recognising the beauty that is within all of us and promoting the opportunity to take time to look after ourselves, rather than just others.

“I’m finally at a point in my life where I can see a little more clearly,” Holly says.

“Writing is such a personal process and between these pages you will find many little pieces of me. I want to share my truths in the hope that maybe they’ll help you too.”

Published by Transworld on October 28th My Life in Dire Straits by John Illsley One of the most iconic and important British pop/rock bands of a generation, Dire Straits cracked America at a time when many consistently struggled to engage with the US audience, in the process building a transatlantic fan following that celebrated beautiful tracks, heartfelt anthems and timeless melodies that stand the test of time some four decades on.

In this revealing tale of life as a founding member of Dire Straits, bassist John Illsley reveals the working man’s clubs to Madison Square Gardens, sharing gigs with wild punk bands to the Live Aid stage at Wembley.

Published by Penguin on November 9th Rebel Homemaker by Drew Barrymore Drew Barrymore has always done things in her own rebellious way - including how she cooks, lives, and finds happiness at home. Drew shares recipes, stories and personal photos that show how you too can live a healthy, delicious, and joyful life in her first lifestyle book Rebel Homemaker.

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An Appeal from Unity Reaps Rewards

An appeal to the community from Unity, the Test Valley based charity, once again reaped rewards when the organisation asked for donations to help the Afghan Evacuees.

Recognising the need to provide even the most basic of items for individuals and families, Unity was swamped with donations following a social media campaign which local residents responded to in style.

Within a week, Unity’s board room had been taken over by a mountain of donations which included a 32” flat screen television, pushchairs, toys and hygiene products as well as clothing. As a result, the request for donations was closed a matter of days later.

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Terry Bishop, Unity Chief Executive said, “I am extremely thankful to the Test Valley residents who generously donated and to Unity’s staff and volunteers who dropped everything to make this happen in a matter of days. To be able to assist these people in some measure is really important to us and we hope that they are soon settled and can rebuild their lives.”

Would you be interested in volunteering?

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Tear ‘n’ Share Sweet Bread Introduction

Although not a traditional festive-themed bake, sweetbreads do tend to come into the ascendancy during the winter months, and this tear ‘n’ share loaf will not only offer a soft, lightly sweetened and buttery bread treat – delicious as toast or as a bigger accompaniment to an evening meal – it’s also sociable and fun.

Top it with some butter, jam or even icing, and serve.

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1 cup warm milk 2 tsp active dried yeast 3 cups all-purpose flour 1/3 cup granulated sugar 4 egg yolks 2 tbsp sour cream 1 tbsp vanilla extract 3 oz unsalted butter, softened, room temperature 1/4 tsp kosher salt Egg wash (whisk together) 1 egg yolk 1 tbsp water 3 to 4 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)

Method 1. Check yeast by dissolving 2tsp of active dried yeast with 1/2 cup milk and 1tsp of sugar from the overall amount and leave in a warm location until frothy, about 10-15mins. If the mixture does not froth up and rise, discard and start again.

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1tbsp vanilla extract one end, then braid and the risen yeast mixture. them, tucking the ends Mix with a paddle attachment underneath itself. on low speed, then switch to a kneading hook and knead on 5. For second proofing, transfer low speed for about 20mins so to a 12x18” baking sheet, cover the dough is elastic. with a clean tea towel and transfer to a warm place once 3. Add 3oz of butter and 1/4 tsp again until the braid doubles of the salt and knead it into the in size. Repeat the trick with bread until no streaks of butter preheating the oven slightly, are seen, (5-7mins). if needs be. Once doubled in size remove from the oven and 4. For first proofing, oil the sides preheat it to 180°C with the of the bowl and the dough, baking rack in the middle. Brush cover the bowl with a kitchen the braid with the egg wash towel and leave in a warm and sprinkle with sesame or place to proof until doubled in poppy seeds (optional). size, about 90mins. Preheat the oven at 100°C for 2-3mins, 6. Now bake for about 30then turn it off and place the 35mins or until the top is golden bowl into the oven. To shape, or temperature inside registers divide the dough into three 90°C. pieces, rolling each into a tight ball, then into a 20-inch log.

Then remove, allow to cool, cut Pinch the ends of the three and enjoy.

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