The Test Valley Gazette - November 2021

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November

Edition of your local Test Valley 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 Titchmash, Kevin Mcloud 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!

Very Best Wishes,

Debbie & Stephen with their son Hayden

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IN THIS ISSUE...

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Councillor’s Column Art at Andover Chapel Pub Quiz The 2022 All Saints Lectures Interview: Lewis Hamilton Kevin McCloud Column Royal British Legion Feature The Adventures of Daichi Stockbridge Cinema Puzzle Answers Pets: Winter Care Recipe: Tear’n’Share Sweet Bread Alan Titchmarsh Column

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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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New exhibition at Andover Chapel explores the potent mix of memory, trauma and the imagination.

Jon Adams will be holding an interactive talk with Q & A on ‘Neurodivergence in Art’, broadcasted On Wednesday 20th October 2021 Chapel Arts Studios (CAS) opened its doors to its most ambitious exhibition yet. ‘Opening The Aviary’ takes the visitor on a multi-sensory journey of discovery, exploring the inner workings of the artist's mind as expressed externally in form and narrative. The exhibition and associated talk confront important issues of mental health and neurodivergence, exploring the art process as a way of expressing what lies deep within, both memory and imagination.

Jon Adams, Kate MccGwire, Prudence Maltby and Rosa Beiroa are the four artists exhibiting at Chapel Arts Studios.

The show will be a multimedia exhibition, inspired by a set of drawings created by Jon Adams over the COVID lockdown. His work as a neurodivergent artist, draws on internal dialogue, expressed in his breathtaking drawings of mythical bird-like creatures, his Covid Corvids. The work on display also features Kate MccGwire’s powerful visceral sculpture, equally subversive and seductive but thankfully, safely encased. Also Prudence Maltby, who’s drawings, inspired by deep memory, compliment the other artists' contributions thoughtfully. A short animation by Rosa Beiroa introduces us to all of the works on show, articulating the words of William Kentridge which make tangible the creative process for all.

Susan Francis, curator at Chapel Arts Studios, said: ‘CAS is excited to bring together a group of artists whose output probes the workings of the artist's mind, giving form and expression to otherwise hidden or deeply subversive thoughts and imaginings. As part of the show,

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The 2022 All Saints’ Winter Lectures The annual All Saints Winter Lecture series will be held in the Upper Clatford Village Hall in January/February 2022.

All funds raised will go to the All Saints Roof Refurbishment Fund which has a target of £125,000. So far, around £87,000 has been raised.

31 January 2022 Blick Mead: Exploring the First Place in the Stonehenge Landscape by Dr David Jacques Stonehenge can justly claim to be one of the most famous prehistoric sites in the world, but much about its origins remain a mystery. Although recent archaeological investigations have revealed stunning details of the monuments that sprang up during the 4th and 3rd millennia BC less is known of the area’s ‘back story’. Since 2005, David Jacques, Senior Research Fellow in Archaeology at University of Buckingham, Fellow of the Society of the Antiquaries, has led a dig exploring a site about a mile from Stonehenge beside an ancient spring known as Blick Mead. The discovery of a Mesolithic occupation area and surface at Blick Mead about 2.5 km from Stonehenge that has well preserved and substantial Mesolithic deposits, potentially transforms our understanding of the pre-Stonehenge landscape, and its later ritual landscape. Radiocarbon dating of the remains reveals that animals were being eaten at the site between 6650-4722 BC. David’s talk will outline the latest discoveries at Blick Mead from the 2021 dig, concluding with a

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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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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.”

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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.

or totally new to architecture and construction. Many of these now find themselves with design qualifications, or having become

So when people ask me to name my favourite buildings, the answer, quite simply, is to suggest the best ones are those that make people happy.

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QUIRKY FACTS

by Mica Bale As the nights have drawn in and autumn is on the cusp of being retired in favour of the winter weather, what could be better than enjoying a delve into Hampshire’s quirky facts from the comfort of your own armchair?

From an interesting zoological connection to Queen Victoria herself, here’s another handful of quirky facts!

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Although the notion of English sparkling wines is hardly a new one, Cottonworth Vineyard has been established since 2005, with origins on the farm dating back several generations of the Liddell family. Alongside Cottonworth Vineyard is Hattingley Valley, another well-respected English wine producer.

Historically France has always had the upper hand as regards to wine production however in recent years, English wines, especially those grown in Hampshire, are not only being recognised for their taste but are also making waves to the point of being not only renowned but respected.

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Originally commissioned by King Charles II Lainston House became the scene of a society scandal years later when sweethearts Elizabeth Chudleigh, a court favourite and Navy commander Augustus Hervey were married at this regal palace.

Neither bride nor groom could afford to allow their secret marriage to be revealed for fear of losing PHOTO: MANGOPEAR their positions.

The marriage was not a success however due to the nature of its secrecy, there seemed little point in an official annulment until such time came that Elizabeth wanted to remarry, thus bringing a charge of bigamy against herself and throwing Lainston House into scandal. Today the palace is a five star hotel and hosts many weddings, thankfully none bringing such scandal as in the past!

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Renowned for its beauty, Beaulieu is well known, not only for its history but also for its birdwatching with many flocking to see the village’s local populations. Wintertime is a good opportunity to catch a glimpse of Black-Tailed Godwits or the Brent Goose, both species may be seen along the River in winter fresh from Iceland and Russia respectively.

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Did you know that it was 170 years since Osbourne House was completed for Queen Victoria and Prince Albert? The Isle Of Wight royal retreat has often been remembered as the place that both Queen Victoria and her husband could enjoy away from prying eyes and was largely designed by Prince Albert himself. The house took several years to complete and yet the husband and wife were only to enjoy the house for a relatively short time together owing to Albert’s death just ten years later.

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Have you heard of Dr. Philip Sclater, the Hampshire born lawyer and zoologist? The secretary of the Zoological Society of London for more than 40 years, his work as a progressive ornithologist saw him greatly hailed and respected in his profession and even today, his legacy has seen several species named after him as well as his initial identification of zoogeographic zones still being in use today!

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Although the notion of English sparkling wines is hardly a new one, Cottonworth Vineyard has been established since 2005, with origins on the farm dating back several generations of the Liddell family. Alongside Cottonworth Vineyard is Hattingley Valley, another well-respected English wine producer.

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Did you know that it was 170 years since Osbourne House was completed for Queen Victoria and Prince Albert? The Isle Of Wight royal retreat has often been remembered as the place that both Queen Victoria and her husband could enjoy away from prying eyes and was largely designed by Prince Albert himself. The house took several years to complete and yet the husband and wife were only to enjoy the house for a relatively short time together owing to Albert’s death just ten years later.

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Have you heard of Dr. Philip Sclater, the Hampshire born lawyer and zoologist? The secretary of the Zoological Society of London for more than 40 years, his work as a progressive ornithologist saw him greatly hailed and respected in his profession and even today, his legacy has seen several species named after him as well as his initial identification of zoogeographic zones still being in use today!

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The Royal British Legion invite the nation to say

Thank you

The Royal British Legion is inviting the public to take part in a movement to say ‘Thank You’ to the First World War generation who served, sacrificed and changed our world.

The Royal British Legion has been supporting Service men and women, ex-serving personnel and their families since 1921. And we're not going anywhere. The British Legion was formed on 15 May 1921, bringing together four national organisations of ex-Servicemen that had established themselves after the First World War: The National Association of Discharged Sailors and Soldiers The British National Federation of Discharged and Demobilized Sailors and Soldiers The Comrades of The Great War The Officers' Association

The amalgamation of these diverse bodies can be attributed largely to two men: Field Marshal Earl Haig and Tom Lister of The Federation of Discharged and Demobilized Sailors and Soldiers. Lord Haig served as the President of The Royal British Legion until his death. As a result of the war, Britain's economy plummeted and in 1921 there were two million people unemployed.

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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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On the rocks at Ringstead Beach

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…?

The Jurassic Coast from Osmington Mills

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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.

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The Jurassic Coast from Osmington Mills

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Limbo is a wry and poignant observation of the refugee experience, set on a fictional remote Scottish island where a group of new arrivals await the results of their asylum claims. It centres on Omar, a young Syrian musician who is burdened by his grandfather's oud, the king of Arabic music instruments, which he has carried all the way from his homeland.

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Winter Care

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As the days are getting shorter and the temperatures are falling it is time to consider how to keep our pets happy in the cold. We all know how to look after ourselves and keep warm, but what do we need to consider for our dogs and cats to be healthy during the winter season?

Dogs • Consider investing in a warm, waterproof and reflective coat for your dog, especially if they are short coated such as whippets and greyhounds, which are very susceptible to the cold and damp. Reflective details are particularly handy if you walk in the dark.

• Reflective collars or lights which can be attached to a collar are also a good idea when walking down dark roads in the evening.

• Rinse your dogs’ feet after walking especially if the roads have been gritted, as the salt can cause local irritation to the skin, but also potentially can be toxic if licked off the feet in large quantities.

• Ice burn can occur on soft footpads, so consider protective boots if doing lots of walking on icy ground.

• You may need to reduce your dogs’ food if they are getting less exercise during the cold weather in order to avoid unnecessary weight gain.

Cats • Antifreeze is extremely tasty to cats but sadly also highly toxic, so be careful using it and clean up any spills immediately, and make sure it is stored securely.

• If your cat normally wears a collar, try a reflective one to make them more visible in the darker evenings.

• Provide a litter tray in case they don’t want to go outside in the snow. It is recommended in households with multiple cats that you provide at least one clean tray per cat (plus an extra one for luck!) in different locations.

• If they do want to go outside make sure they have a warm area to shelter in if they can’t get back inside.

• Many cats like to drink from natural water sources outside, however if these are frozen over they will need fresh water daily to be provided at home.

• Dogs love to play in the snow, but be aware that snow can form large clumps of ice in the fur of long coated dogs, especially between the toes and on the underside of the dog. As well as being heavy and uncomfortable prolonged contact with the skin can cause ice burn.

• Keep dogs on leads close to frozen rivers, lakes and ponds to reduce the risk of them falling through thin ice should they run on to it. This is also for your safety as you would be putting yourself at risk if trying to rescue a stuck dog.

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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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Do not overknead, or the gluten strands will flour, then add get overworked and tear, 1/3 cup sugar, leaving you with a chunky 1/2 cup warm dough that doesn’t have milk, 4 egg yolks, the strength to hold a good rise of the 2tbsp sour cream, logs together at dough.

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.

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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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pass on our joy and knowledge.

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.

Of course as you get older, the way you use a garden changes.

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.

What undoubtedly links my present self with that nine-yearold version of me, is stimulation, and that has never changed in all the years I’ve spent outdoors planting this, trimming that.

And that’s what’s there for the younger generation.

That’s why I feel we should do our utmost to engage young people in the glory of our gardens and outside spaces.

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Peak Electrics 45 .......................................................................................................................

A to B Mobility 7 ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................

RG Electrix 7 .......................................................................................................................

DF Mobility 19,25 ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................

Romsey Electrical Services 41 .......................................................................................................................

Inspire Mobility 39

Bathrooms

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AHM Installations Ltd 33

Events

Pet Services

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The Lights 9 .......................................................................................................................

Anton Vets 41

Builders

JS Building Services .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

18 .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Paul Jones & Co 45 Funeral Directors Plumbers .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

SB Renovations 15 ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................

AH Cheater & Sons 11 .......................................................................................................................

DJ Harris 39 .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Willmont Building Services 24,39 .......................................................................................................................

Humphrey & Crockett 48 .......................................................................................................................

NO.1 PHD 43

Garage Doors Cafes & Coffee Shops

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Fix My Garage Door 45 .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Headlands Farm 2,21 ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................

Skandoor 7 Roofing Services .......................................................................................................................

Right Roof 33 .......................................................................................................................

Work Smart Roofing 1,3

Cameras

Garage Services

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Rocky Rock Cameras 39 ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................

Premier Car Care 39 ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................

ReversePark 35 Serviced Offices ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................

Scratched Cars 41 .......................................................................................................................

The Commercial Centre 25

Carpenters

Input Joinery .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

27 .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Pillbrook Joinery 17 Garden Services Taxi Services ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................

Andover Patio Centre 24,35 .......................................................................................................................

Apex Cars 13 ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................

ATH Machinery 11 ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................

Hampshire Rural Management Ltd 45 ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................

Romsey Stump Grinding & Landscaping18 Charities ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................

Sunset Developments 21 .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Unity 17 Will Writing Services ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................

The Handyman & Garden Co Ltd 45 .......................................................................................................................

Dorset & Wight Wills 37

Chimney Sweeps

Gyms & Exercise Groups

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Toast (Southern) Ltd 45 Windows, Doors & ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................

Golden Gecko Climbing 19

Conservatories

All Trade Windows .......................................................................................................................

25 .......................................................................................................................

Alpha Glazing Ltd 13 .......................................................................................................................

G S Windows Ltd 5 Computer Services Hearing Services .......................................................................................................................

KJM 1 .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Widenet Computer Services Ltd 33 ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................

Winchester Hearing Centre 17 .......................................................................................................................

Outlook Window Systems Ltd 47

Drainage Services

Memorial Stonemasons

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NO.1 PHD 43 ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................

Lockerley Stone 41

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M.J.Sly Monumental Sculptor 45

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