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38 HEALTH & FITNESS 21 Fight Back on Dental Fear 23 Chronic Back Pain Advice FASHION & BEAUTY 26 How to Get Perfect Brows

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TRAVEL 38 St. Vincent & The Grenadines FOOD & DRINK 43 Spiced Pumpkin Bundt Cake Recipe FUN & GAMES 52 Puzzle Corner 54 Entering Fatherhood Without a Map

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HOME & GARDEN 28 Autumn Inspiration 33 October Gardening Guide

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STALL HOLDERS WANTED FOR CHRISTMAS FAYRE

Stall holders are invited to take part in the Christmas Fayre being organised by Waltham Abbey Town Council.

Organisers are appealing for people to run stalls selling Christmas gifts, including foodstuffs such as cheese and pickles.

The Fayre, complete with a Santa’s Grotto and two live Reindeer, is being held in Sun Street, Waltham Abbey - the main shopping street on Saturday, November 26th (10am until 3pm).

For more information, ring Waltham Abbey Town Council on 01992 714949 or e-mail townclerk@ walthamabbeytc.gov.uk

STUDENTS MARK INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE

Students at West Hatch High School were reminded of the need for all nations to join together in the cause of world peace by taking part in the International Day of Peace initially established in 1981 by the United Nations General Assembly.

Organised by School Counsellor Sarah O’Donnell, all students viewed a Powerpoint presentation and took part in assemblies where key issues relating to the need for world peace were introduced - such as the suffering caused by war and conflict alongside the need for growing awareness and the generation of hope.

Ms O’Donnell said: “Peace every day is the goal but focussing on a particular day is helpful for us all: peacefulness is important in our own lives, in our families, at work, in school and in our wider social lives.”

On the day a ‘Tree of Peace’ adorned the school’s entrance hall, on which students tied messages related to the

desire for peace around the world.

Some of the messages were prayers and sayings from different cultures and religions; others were statements of empathy for children like themselves distressed by the present Syrian conflict.

Year 9 student Arjun Kuhaendran, a West Hatch High School Charity Ambassador, helped to organise the event and was instrumental in the cookie sale that took place at break time. He and his team - which included Nathan Grannel, Tilly Mae Kent, Charlotte Kent, Jaques Van Praagh, Kirsten Sewell-Humphreys and Charlotte Stevens - also sold tickets for the lunchtime Dance of Peace, a workshop led by Year 11 Dance students where anyone who paid 50p could join in the fun.

The day raised £143.97 to be donated to the charity War Child.

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NEW CHEF PROMISES TO COOK UP A STORM AT WALTHAM ABBEY MARRIOTT HOTEL

The four-star Waltham Abbey Marriott Hotel has welcomed a new executive head chef to build on the property’s enviable reputation for excellent cuisine.

James Campbell has built an impressive CV during the last 19 years, having worked in a variety of Marriott hotels and other venues across London, as well using his skills in the Army. James, born in Zimbabwe, has a passion for all types of cuisine and will be using his skill set to bring a new style of fare to the hotel’s restaurant, introducing a contemporary twist to the menus and using more local produce.

Talking about his new role, James Rotary Club of Epping president Barbara Scruton with Nico Kooij, from the Literacy for All project, and St Clare Hospice community fundraiser Dani De’ath said: “I have always admired the Waltham Abbey Marriott Hotel ROTARY CLUB RAISES MONEY FOR CHARITIES and it’s the perfect place for me A cheque for £11,500 - the project which is supporting children to showcase my skills and use my industry knowledge to deliver proceeds of its annual golf day in South Africa. The project the best possible banqueting and - has been presented by the focuses on children aged five dining experience for our guests.

Rotary Club of Epping to St Clare to eight and provides them with Hospice. specially illustrated colourful books Marriott is one of the best names in the industry and I’m very excited to The club, in the 12-year history to aid their reading.The project is be part of the team.” of the event, has now raised currently working with 17 primary Russell Prior, General Manager at £140,000 for the Hastingwoodschools and five pre-primary based hospice. schools in South Africa. The cheque Waltham Abbey Marriott Hotel, said: “We’re delighted to Some 112 golfers took part in was presented to ‘Literacy for All’ be welcoming James May’s event which culminated committee member Nico Kooij. as our new executive in a dinner for 127 people at A raffle held at the dinner raised head chef, he will Saffron Walden Golf Club.The £215 for Mrs Scruton’s chosen undoubtedly make a main sponsor for this event was charities, the national charity valuable addition to Stevenette and Company. bibic and the Heart of Epping the team, bringing The cheque was presented by appeal which is raising money for with him a wealth Rotary Club of Epping president a community centre adjoining St of experience that Barbara Scruton to St Clare John’s Church. will prove extremely Hospice community fundraiser For more information about important in driving Dani De’ath at a Rotary dinner at the Rotary Club of Epping, and Head Chef, details of membership, ring Peter our food and Theydon Bois Golf Club. beverage offering.” James Campbell Stevenette on 020 365 6578 or A cheque for £500 was also email pjs@stevenette.com presented to the ‘Literacy for All’

ONGAR TOWN COUNCIL LITTER POSTER COMPETITION WINNER ANNOUNCED

A poster highlighting recycling and the penalties for dropping litter has won an Ongar Town Council competition.

The eye-catching design by Brentwood County High School student Callum Curtis caught the eye of judges after the council ran the competition to try and target litter in the town. The council holds two litter picking events a year but councillors have been increasingly Winning poster

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being collected. The council decided to run the poster competition to try to encourage people to dispose of their litter properly.

Council chairman councillor Jim Browning said: “The council was very impressed with the quality of the entries.

Callum’s poster is lively and colourful and will hopefully catch people’s attention and make them think twice about how they dispose of their rubbish. We want to show the community that dropping rubbish is not acceptable. If everyone put their rubbish in a bin then think what a difference this would make to the local environment.”

LOCAL NEWS STACEY IS SET TO SHARE HER SLIMMING SECRETS

A slimmer who transformed her life by losing 5 stone is using her success to shape a whole new career helping other people change their lives and achieve their weight loss dreams too.

Stacey Moran joined her local Slimming World group in Epping 18 months ago, now she has trained as a Consultant for Slimming World, the UK’s largest group-based weight loss organisation, at their national training academy in Derbyshire.

Members at the group are getting ready to welcome Stacey as their new Consultant when she takes over the group on 20th October.

She says: “Obesity is becoming such a huge issue across the UK. When I first joined Slimming World as a member, I never dreamed that I would end up helping other people to lose weight but now I just can’t wait to get started. After losing 5st and completing my training, it’s a privilege for me to be able to pass on the experience, insight and understanding that helped me, so that I can give my members the support they need to get to target.

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“Like a lot of slimmers, I had tried to lose weight so many times before by following numerous diets but they were never sustainable because I’d always get tired of restricting what I ate. I thought I was destined to struggle with my weight for the rest of my life, but when I came to Slimming World it was different. I never felt like I was on a diet. The eating plan encourages you to eat lots of tasty, filling foods like pasta, rice, potatoes and lean meat and

After losing 5 stone Sta cey is taking over her local Epping Slimming World group.

fish, you are never hungry and no foods are banned so there’s no deprivation. I couldn’t believe I’d found a way to lose weight without starving myself.”

Stacey’s Slimming World group will be held at Quakers meeting centre every Thursday at 5.30 or 7.30pm from 20th October.

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The Pupil Leadership Team will providing support for the new Year Thirty-five year 11 students have provide support, guidance and 7 students. been appointed to the Pupil motivation to other students at form The Pupil Leadership Team have Leadership Team of which 18 times, academic review days and at many ideas about the contribution are Prefects and 13 have been break and lunch times. All prefects they would like to make to their school appointed as Senior Prefects. have already undertaken duties and have initiated meetings with The team is led by Head Boy at break and lunch-time duties to the Head of School Kim Thackray.

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SPOOKY FUN AT THE ROYAL GUNPOWDER MILLS

Get spooky this Halloween at the Royal Gunpowder Mills as Dr Gore moves in for Half Term Horrors!

Daily in need of brave volunteers, Dr Gore stirs up gruesome experiments with his Lab Rats, hoping to create and expand an evil empire! Science or Wizardry? Well, you decide.

Halloween is a fun way to get children thinking and learning. Join in throughout the day for family fun activities, gruesomely slimy goingson, nightmare ventures and helping the Doctor create colourful potions for secret purpose. Experience what it’s like to be a wizard or witch, and with new skills under your belt join in the Spooky Spinks and make your hats and broomsticks!

Other nightmarish activities include mysterious matters in the Darkened Museum, and if you try Spooky Night Vision, will you end up receiving a trick or treat? There are spooky surprises across the site, and where better to get the shivers then in a place that has 350 years of secret stories!

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The event commences on Saturday 22nd October and runs each day through Sunday 30th October from 10am - 5pm (last ticket 3pm). Children should be accompanied by a paying adult and there is a range of great value family ticket deals. Children under 3 are free and there is a child-friendly play park and ample indoor as well as outdoor activity space, indoor picnic space and a lovely indoor café. www.royalgunpowdermills.com

HAVE A SCREAM OF A TIME AT COLCHESTER ZOO

The darkness of ‘Shriek Week’ is set to return to Colchester Zoo this October half term... are you brave enough?!

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With so many events and activities this is a week not to be missed!

For those of you brave enough to stay after dark Colchester Zoo’s Fright Nights are also returning to offer hair-raising screams on selected nights during Shriek Week as the zoo remains open after dark until 9.30pm! Shriek Week runs from 22nd-31st October with Fright Nights taking place on the 22nd, 25th, 27th, 29th and 31st October 2016 with even spookier events taking place throughout the zoo!

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of which are still thought to occupy the Mansion today...

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They’ve got a spooktacular week with children’s half term activities, a special fair celebrating the spiritual world, plus a chance for visitors to explore the Mansion by night... if they dare!

During half term week, children are invited to take part in spooky arts and crafts with the chance to make spooky spiders, webs and masks, a fun session for kids aged 4 years and over that will get them in the mood for Halloween.

Then a chance for the little ones to get all dressed-up and visit the Mansion for spooky-storytelling in the house and gardens. Kids will enjoy a fascinating series of stories written and performed by the superbly talented story-teller John Kirk. (Monday 24th - Wednesday 26th October, SPINE-CHILLINGLY events must be pre-booked on the SCARY HALLOWEEN AT Valentines Mansion web site).

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Our head chef Roberto grew up within a cooking family in Milan and is now with us to share his creations, from: pan seared sea bass served on a potato cake topped with capers, prawn and cherry tomatoes, to a spicy sausage ravioli in sweet red pepper sauce and fresh cream cheese. Our customers are about to get their taste buds blown away! Our traditional wood oven ensures all our dishes are authentically cooked and prepared on site for your dining pleasure, such as our home made olive focaccia to our famous stone baked pizzas. Much of our food is sourced directly from Italy and we take great pride in serving this fresh authentic food to our guests. As well as the menu we are also changing the décor of our restaurant, so please come down for a visit and enjoy our new Mediterranean dishes, in our lovely new surroundings.

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THE IDEAL TEMPERATURE

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Melatonin is a hormone known to help restful sleep, with levels in the blood rising greatly at night. Natural daylight and the artificial light produced from some device screens reduces the production of melatonin, potentially disturbing sleep. Using electronic devices before bed stimulates the brain and can prevent you from falling into that peaceful and relaxed sleepy state.

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Consistency is key so develop a healthy sleep routine and stick to it to ensure you get as much sleep as possible each night. Catch up sleep at the weekend isn’t enough to cancel out sleep deprivation throughout the week. A ‘power nap’ can be helpful but shouldn’t be detrimental to your normal evening sleep patterns so limit napping to no more than 30 minutes.

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precise angles to gradually draw apart the vertebrae surrounding a targeted disc.

I suffered with excruciating back pain and sciatica for years.

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In clinics nationwide, this non-invasive option helps to bridge the gap between ‘hands-on’ treatments and surgery.

What is IDD Therapy?

Intervertebral Differential Dynamics (IDD) Therapy is a non-invasive, targeted disc treatment for unresolved back pain, neck pain and associated symptoms such as arm pain and leg pain (sciatica).

Available through a network of spinal disc specialists across the UK, IDD Therapy delivers a precise and more consistent treatment than is possible with the hands alone or with traditional mechanical methods like traction.

What does the programme involve?

You will be fully assessed before undergoing treatment; this includes a review of a recent MRI or suitable scan.

How does IDD Therapy work?

IDD Therapy uses gentle pulling forces to distract (draw apart) specific spinal segments where discs are damaged or bulging, removing pressure and irritation from targeted discs and any trapped nerves.

Patients have a structured programme of regular IDD Therapy sessions which allows their body to adapt to treatment whilst progressively relieving pain and improving movement.

Treatment is gentle and safe. Sessions begin with some Thermedic heat therapy on the area to be treated, warming up the muscles and ligaments.

You will remain fully clothed throughout treatment and be fitted with a soft, ergonomic harness for comfort and support. The machine tilts upright, allowing you to step on from the standing position without pain or difficulty.

Once you are comfortably harnessed, computer-controlled pulling forces are gently applied at

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In the past, slipped disc patients often had to consider invasive options if manual treatments couldn’t get them better. Now with IDD Therapy, these patients have a very good chance of becoming pain-free

You will feel totally relaxed during the 25 minute session on the SPINA machine. Afterwards, some cold therapy is applied to minimise any temporary soreness which may be caused by muscles being worked in a new way.

Gentle exercise and activity are gradually introduced as treatment progresses - essential for long-term pain relief.

Who can benefit from IDD Therapy?

Typical candidates for IDD Therapy are people who have had back pain, neck pain or sciatica for some time and have not responded to manual therapy and exercise.

Reasons to choose IDD Therapy • Your current treatment is not working • You want to stop taking painkillers • You are seeking long-term pain relief • You want to return to normal activities If you have unresolved back pain or neck pain and need help, call Atkins Physiotherapy Consultants on 020 8504 0478 or visit: www.AtkinsPhysio.com

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Spinal expert, Neil Velleman answers some commonly asked questions.

WHAT IS CHRONIC BACK PAIN?

‘Chronic’ means pain which has persisted for more than 12 weeks. Some sufferers may have had pain for several months or even years. Long-term back pain can have various causes but for many sufferers, it is due to a disc condition.

WHAT IS A HERNIATED OR ‘SLIPPED’ DISC?

Discs are the protective pads of connective tissue dividing the bones of the spine - the ‘shock absorbers’ which protect the spine.

Being on our feet all day, sitting at workstations or lifting heavy objects, can weaken the spine, eventually causing a disc to bulge or even rupture. When damage like this occurs we might say the disc has ’slipped’, herniated or prolapsed.

HOW DO I KNOW IF I’VE ‘SLIPPED’ A DISC?

Typically, you will suffer with episodes of pain which will become more frequent over time. You may experience additional symptoms such as nerve pain in the arms or legs (sciatica), neck pain or headaches.

WHAT IS SCIATICA?

When the sciatic nerve is compressed or irritated by a protruding disc, it can result in a grinding or shooting pain travelling from the buttock down the length of the leg.

Sometimes the pain is accompanied by tingling, numbness or weakness in the legs and feet.

HOW DO I GET HELP?

You should talk to a back pain specialist with experience in disc-related problems.

Chronic back pain and sciatica usually require a combination of antiinflammatory medicine and physical therapy - including the non-invasive, targeted disc treatment, IDD Therapy.

HOW CAN IDD THERAPY HELP?

IDD Therapy relieves back pain and sciatica without the need for surgery.

IDD Therapy uses safe and gentle pulling forces to draw apart specific spinal segments where discs are damaged, removing pressure and irritation from any trapped nerves.

Patients receive a structured programme of regular IDD Therapy sessions, progressively relieving pain and improving mobility.

ABOUT THE EXPERT

As well as working with patients in the Woodford community, Neil Velleman lectures to medical students, GPs and colleagues.

He specialises in spinal disc conditions and associated nerve pain. His practice is an approved IDD Neil Velleman Therapy Disc Clinic.

MARGARET’S IDD THERAPY EXPERIENCE

Retired nurse Margaret Vernalls suffered for 4 years with back pain and sciatica: “As a result of two disc bulges, I suffered a grinding sciatic pain in my leg when I’d been walking or sitting for too long. I couldn’t do my normal daily activities simple things like dressing myself and standing at the sink to wash the dishes. After IDD Therapy I’m virtually pain-free and enjoying walking with my friends again. I’ve finally got my life back.”

Call Atkins Physiotherapy Consultants on 020 8504 0478 or go to: www.AtkinsPhysio.com.

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AUTUMN INSPIR ATION from Multiyork

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here’s nothing like a new season to get us thinking about a new look and the advent of autumn has us reaching for rich dark hues and cosy textures almost immediately.

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sofa with removable covers, it’s easy to change your upholstery from season to season, without the cost of the of a whole new frame.

Available across a huge array of sofas and chairs from contemporary styles through to formal classics, each cover is carefully tailored to each sofa, ensuring a tight fit and immaculate finish.

This season Multiyork have introduced six beautiful new Autumn/Winter looks, perfect for adding warmth to your living rooms during the colder months. From elegant neutral palettes to bold-hued schemes that demand attention, each look has been crafted by the brand’s expert team to reinvigorate your home for the season ahead.

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Diplomat Large Sofa in Farley Fabric in Oyster £1819

Undeniably graceful with a sumptuously structured aesthetic, Neutral State offers a wonderfully adaptable and liveable look that will take you through the seasons. Fusing together a calming balance of simple plains and subtle patterns in gentle textures, definition has been created through the use of oversized accent patterns, a chunky throw and metallic accessories. Monochrome prints and gold accents stop this look from appearing plain by injecting a touch of glitz and glamour.

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Sunshine yellows are clashed with dark stormy greys and up-scaled geometrics to create a look that’s larger than life. Staged against dark walls this occasional piece will transform an unused corner into an intimate space that’s bursting with style.

Dexter Large Sofa in Tiffany Fabric in Silver £1549

Exuding a soft feminine look, Multiyork’s Dexter marries simply structured arms with a sumptuously soft back and seat. Upholstered in delicately patterned fabric in muted grey hues and paired with soft pink accents, this latest look encapsulates grown-up glamour. Style with pearlescent velvet scatter cushions, tactile linen throws and treasured finds.

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MUTED MODERN

Simple and liveable, corner groups are a contemporary classic that are particularly perfect for family rooms.

Warm textured weaves in a soft grey palette lend this look a homely, yet stylish feel that will stand the test of time. Adorned with snuggly throws and cushions in chic geometric patterns this laid-back look is muted modern style at its finest.

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A distinctive and decadent seating design infused with a pleasing contrast of elegant, masculine accents that will bring a dash of luxury to any living scheme.

Featuring subtle sweeping lines and rounded edges, Multiyork’s Osborne sofa is shown upholstered in a dark, striking weave, providing a new take on deco-inspired style. Dress with plump scatter cushions in geometric and tweed patterns for a statement yet sophisticated look that’s set to impact and inspire.

Bold and beautiful in equal measure, this decadent look is infused with the spirit of bohemia. Taking inspiration from the proud peacock, rich emerald tones are combined with iridescent velvets and regal plaids to create a bold look that lends itself perfectly to formal spaces.

Shown here on Multiyork’s York sofa - a contemporary interpretation of a classic Knole sofa - this stunning piece suits this trend down to the ground. With sumptuous cushioning and beautiful tassel detailing, it’s a statement sofa fit for a king or queen.

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Dylan Corner Group in Hopsack Fabric in Rose £3167

All of Multiyork’s sofas and chairs are lovingly handmade in Norfolk and are available in an extensive range of fabrics - the largest on the High Street - including both designer and in-house ranges.

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Leatherjackets are often more numerous after a wet autumn, as damp conditions favour survival of eggs and young larvae.

They will cause lawns to develop patches where the grass turns yellowish brown and often dies.

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WILDLIFE WATCH

Ladybirds are brightly them down to ground level _ Brighten up outside OCTOBER JOBS coloured to warn and apply a lovely thick your front door by planting predators. They have _ The cooler weather is layer of straw over the up pots and winter fast approaching so now a bitter taste which hanging baskets. Choose is the time to protect your helps with their survival. plants such as heathers, half hardy plants, like your They can also exude a pansies, primroses, dwarf pelargoniums, because pungent fluid to ward conifers and dwarf hebes. they won’t tolerate a touch off ants, birds and _ Plant out primulas and of frost. To save them you even people. The twowallflowers that will give will have to dig them up if spot ladybird, Adalia you a fantastic display in they are in the ground and bipunctata grows up to 5 the spring. place them in a pot. Prune mm long and the seven_ If your rambling roses them back by one-third spot ladybird, Coccinella and your climbing roses once in a pot and if they septempunctata grows have finished flowering are already in a pot do up to 8 mm long. You prune them and tie in the the same. Water the pot may see hibernating stems before any winds thoroughly and place in adults this cause damage. a cool but well lit part of month _ Keep regularly raking your house or green house clustered Skimmia japonica heather off any leaf matter from until next spring. in groups & pansy ‘Deep Pink’ your lawn if you have one. in sheds _ Lift your dahlia tubers top of each one and put This will also help to break or other at the end of this month in a marker so you know up any thatch that you and store them away in a sheltered may have too. cool dark place. But if like where they are. places. me you don’t have enough By Victoria Robertson, amenity horticulturist & committee member of Copped storage space then cut Hall & Epping Horticultural Society & Chairman of Epping in Bloom.

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ADRENALINE-FILLED ADVENTURES

Sevylor’s inflatable Madison Kayak Kit is ready when you are and lends itself to hours of adrenaline-filled fun or fitness on the water. The Madison kayak’s inflatable, ultra-stable design is easily transportable and includes a pump and two comfortable paddles making sure you’re ready to hit the water in an instant.

The boston valves allow for easy inflation and deflation at the water’s edge, while the manometer (included) indicates when you have inflated it to the correct pressure.

Thanks to features like moulded handles, a drainage system, a handy carry bag and new comfortable seats, this kayak offers hours of endless fun and fitness on the water.

At the end of the adventure the Madison Kayak is easy to deflate and compact to transport and store in its carry bag.

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Nuva is available nationwide from Waitrose, Sainsbury’s and Boots.

DEEP CLEANSE

Swedish beauty brand FOREO, who has achieved global success with its award-winning LUNA™ skincare range, has launched the LUNA™ mini 2, which has an updated design for deeper, more efficient cleansing while offering all the benefits of the original LUNA™ mini.

Its T-Sonic™ cleanse will remove 99.5% of dirt and oil (based on clinical trials) plus makeup residue. Dead skin cells are also cleared away, enhancing the absorption of skincare products and also diminishing the appearance of pores to refine skin texture. What’s more, the ultra-hygienic silicone design is quick drying and nonporous to prevent bacteria build-up.

The device is 35 times more hygienic than nylon-bristled brushes.

The LUNA™ mini 2 is 100% waterproof with 1 full charge lasting for 5 months when the device is used twice a day. Requiring no replacement brush heads, it boasts exceptional value and comes with a 2-Year Limited Warranty and 10-Year Guarantee.

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FANCY FRAGRANCE

English Heritage by Woods of Windsor have launched a stylish new home fragrance collection.

Inspired by three of English Heritage’s historic landmarks, Kenilworth Castle’s Elizabethan Gardens, Osborne House and Eltham Palace, this beautiful Home Fragrance Collection includes luxury Scented Candles, Room Fragrances, Diffusers, Drawer Liners and Wardrobe Sachets. Each range is available in three fragrances, all beautifully decorated with designs reminiscent of these monumental sites.

Our favourite is definitely the Citrus & Basil Candle!

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combination of 32 islands (only nine of which are inhabited) St. Vincent and the Grenadines is the Caribbean you’ve been looking for.

The largest and northernmost island is St. Vincent, a forestcovered interior dominated by an active volcano. It has outstanding natural beauty and very welcoming people. St. Vincent has the full range of accommodation options from budget guest houses offering simple bed and breakfast, to luxury high-end resorts catering to your every need.

Cannon ball flower, Botanic Gardens

To its south lie the Grenadines including Bequia, Mustique, Canouan, Union Island and the amazing Petit St Vincent with its renowned outdoor callisthenic fitness trail.

They gained independence from Great Britain in 1979, but the islands’ history dates much further back, including long struggles against colonialism. Their natural beauty still staggers, from St.

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WELCOME TO BEQUIA

Vincent’s lush tropical rainforest full of eco-adventures, to the idyllic beaches, coral reefs and turquoise lagoons of The Grenadines, a paradise for yachting, scuba diving, enjoying nature and relaxing in luxurious hideaways.

The tropical climate peaks June and September (averaging 30°C / 86°F) but the most popular months to visit are between December and May when the climate is more comfortable and dry.

Abbotts Travel have teamed up with Essential Detail and Caribtours to focus on two wonderful holiday retreats on two of the lesser-known islands: Bequia and Mustique.

A quick ferry ride from St Vincent brings you to Bequia (pronounced ‘bek-way’). This is a relaxed and friendly Caribbean island with an international flair, tailormade for sailing enthusiasts, beach lovers and honeymooners.

Enjoy white sand beaches, sheltered bays, turquoise seas and a selection of lovely hotels, well appointed villas and apartments, and excellent restaurants and bars.

Industry was based around boat building, which continues to this day.

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Local artisans build everything from simple sailing vessels made from coconut husks to ornate, extremely intricate and factually accurate replicas that may take up to a year to complete. Simpler model sailing boats are also built for racing during the annual Easter Regatta when competition between rivals can be fierce, but all in great fun.

Escape to Bequia, drop anchor and unwind!

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THE GRENADINES WHERE TO STAY: The Bequia Beach Hotel

Lose yourself in Caribbean splendour at this retro-chic, beach hotel on a sought-after hideaway island. Nestled within the stunning Friendship Bay beach with views across the water, this is the perfect spot from which to indulge in quiet relaxation, experience unspoilt Bequian life and activities and sample some delicious Caribbean-European fusion cuisine in unrivalled surroundings.

The hotel was built from scratch by entrepreneur Bengt Mortstedt, with ideas gleaned from his extensive worldwide travels. Accommodation ranges from classic pool rooms to split-level suites on the beachfront, a penthouse suite and even an estate villa (housing up to 8 people) with a private chef on request.

Since its opening in 2011 the hotel has developed a following

famous on a Caribbean island that blends elegance and luxury with natural white sands, palm trees and turquoise seas.

Scuba diving and snorkelling are popular past-times on Mustique with dive sites around All-Awash, Pillories, Dry Rock South and Coral Glen. For a fascinating peek into secluded Bequia Beach bays, coves and gardens of the Hotel room famous, take to the water. On a tour of our island by boat (or by of repeat guests who love the modern colonial style that combines taxi), you will see some of the elegance, charm and flair. They also resplendent private homes owned by the rich and famous. love the location, on Bequia’s best To enjoy the island at your own stretch of beach with views across to Mustique in the distance. It is the perfect spot from which to indulge in quiet relaxation, experience Bequian life and activities, plus a chance to sample delicious local cuisine.

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“A favourite place for the Royal family and an army of celebrit ies, Mustique lets you rub shoulders with the rich and famous.” pace, and in wonderful peace and solitude, put your walking shoes on. In addition to walking paved roads, there are a number of hiking trails around the island that take in hilly woodland as well as some of the beautiful beaches and bays.

WHERE TO STAY: Cotton House

Iced water and a chilled towel will be your first gift after touching down; the beauty and luxury of a Mustique landmark is the second.

Cotton House is an 18th

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Century stone and coral warehouse transformed into a contemporary haven set amongst thirteen expansive acres of tropical gardens leading down to Endeavour Bay. At the heart of the estate lie The Great Room and Veranda Restaurant surrounded by a collection of seventeen luxurious, garden and sea-facing villas, suites and cottages with private verandas and plunge

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pools.

Wherever you stay you can enjoy all the island has to offer; a gastronomic dinner at the Veranda, the renowned Tuesday night cocktail party in the Great Room or a surf fresh seafood grill at the Beach Cafe.

The bespoke treatments in the Cotton House spa are designed exclusively for the hotel by award winning organic spa range, ila.

This range takes inspiration from the islands most potent natural

wonders; the life giving Moringa and Baobab trees; regenerative ylgang ylganag; sweet revitalising jasmine, and seductive balancing frangipani.

For further details on these recommended hotels and properties and these wonderful islands please contact Abbotts Travel.

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his month Amy shares her recipe for Spiced Pumpkin Bundt Cake from her book Amy’s Baking Year.

Make this simple and beautiful autumn-themed Halloween dessert look special by decorating it with fresh autumnal flowers and berries from your garden for the whole family to enjoy.

H 2 tsp. ground cinnamon H 1½ tsp. ground cloves H 1 tsp. ground mixed spice H 1 tsp. ground nutmeg H ¼ tsp. salt H 410g (14¼oz) granulated sugar H 250ml (8fl.oz) vegetable oil H 4 eggs H 1 x 425g (15oz) tin pumpkin purée

SPICED PUMPKIN BUNDT CAKE

For the cream cheese frosting: H 75g (3oz) butter H 225g (8oz) cream cheese H 175g (6oz) icing sugar, sifted H 3-4 tbsp. milk, plus more if needed

INGREDIENTS (makes 12)

For the cake: H 475g (1lb 1oz) plain flour H 2 tsp. baking powder H 1 tsp. bicarbonate of soda

To decorate: H Small flowers and autumn berries

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METHOD 1. Preheat the oven to 180°C/fan 160°C/350°F/gas mark 4 and lightly grease a bundt or ring cake tin with butter or a flavourless oil spray.

2. Sift the flour, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda, cinnamon, cloves, mixed spice, nutmeg and salt into a large bowl and mix together.

3. Beat the sugar and vegetable oil in the bowl of a free standing electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment (or you can use a handheld electric whisk and mixing bowl) on a medium speed for 1-2 minutes or until the sugar is incorporated. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and paddle with a spatula. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Reduce the speed and add the pumpkin and beat until combined.

4. On a low speed, add the flour mixture in two additions and beat on a higher speed for 1–2 minutes until fully incorporated.

5. Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and bake for 1 hour until a skewer inserted into the cake comes out clean. Leave for 5 minutes before turning out of the tin onto a wire rack and leave to cool completely.

6. For the cream cheese frosting, beat the butter in the bowl of a freestanding electric mixer (or you can use a handheld electric whisk and mixing bowl) until soft and creamy, then beat in the cream cheese, icing sugar and milk until you reach a pouring consistency.

7. When the cake has cooled completely, place on a cake stand.

Put the icing in a jug and pour over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.

8. Decorate with fresh autumn flowers and berries.

Amy’s Baking Year is available to buy online and in bookshops & supermarkets nationwide.

Amy-Beth Ellice

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COMMUNITY Main Picture: The Cordery family Below: The Georgia Cordery Netball Cup winners, Brentwood School.

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eorgia’s Teenage Cancer Appeal (GTCA) is an Essex based charity set up by and in memory of Georgia Cordery, a Brentwood girl who sadly passed away due to a rare cancer in May 2010.

Georgia was first diagnosed with cancer in 2008 on the weekend of her 13th birthday. She and her parents Peter and Sue Cordery and friends set up Georgia’s Teenage Cancer Appeal in January 2009.

Georgia played a huge part in raising funds for her charity before her sad passing just over a year later.

GTCA has helped to improve the lives of families with children with cancer and life threatening conditions.

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It helps with travel expenses, kitchen appliances, laptops, family breaks, pushchairs, sensory equipment etc.

- anything that will help their day to day lives - whatever helps to relieve some of the stress and pressures that

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GTCA are heavily involved in Brentwood’s Half Marathon and Fun Run in March and annually enter a team of around 100 runners in the event. The charity also helps raise funds by providing food and refreshments for all the runners. The Fun Run this year was won in an amazing time by Elliot Cordery in 15 mins 13 secs (probably a record!).

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hugely important for the charity who are hoping to make the total over half a million pounds by the end of the year, with lots of events as well as the flagship event of the Charity Butterfly Ball at Orsett Hall in November.

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DAD’S DIARY

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e moved house this month, up to the countryside and hoped George would not miss his old comforts too much, such as the house and his nursery. Thankfully it’s gone very well, although he does call his new nursery by his old ones name, much to their confusion.

“His monster chasing technique may need to be slightly refined.”

We picked him up recently and asked how his day had been, “Me being a monster” he said. “Oh really, and what did you do?” I asked. “Me was chasing the girls” he replied. “Oh right, and did they like that?” “No, they did not”.

So, his monster chasing technique may need to be slightly refined if he’s to start being friends with the girls, and perhaps he could also tweak his new love of ‘sharing’. It began innocently enough, I was eating some strawberries and he asked if he could have some, I replied saying I would “share some with you” and handed him a couple, after finishing them he proceeded to take more and tell me he “was sharing”. This has now been happening for a few days, where he decided to effectively steal my food, then protest his innocence that he was actually sharing. I can see a situation in 20 years where is defence to the judge is roughly along the lines of “but Your Honour,

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the bank had lots of money in its vault, and I thought it needed sharing”. Hopefully it doesn’t quite come to that and he quickly learns the difference between sharing and theft!

Jake on the other hand was no such worry with regards to the move, he’s blissfully happy in any surrounding, so long as there’s food. The main problem we have with him currently is that we now have a large conker tree in the garden, and he seems to assume these will taste superb.

George has discovered that his joy of stamping is now useful when it comes to breaking the conkers from their casing, although he has also discovered that doing this in flimsy slippers enables the spikes to puncture the base of your feet.

It rare to see a child tread on a conker then jump up so high you have to pluck them down from a tree, but I guess he won’t do that again.

Conkers are mildly poisonous and this information isn’t sinking in with Jake, who just waddles over to piles of them and attempts to down them like muffins as we fling ourselves in the way to stop them entering his mouth. The real problem here is that he has got so fast these last few weeks and doesn’t like being held. It’s like trying to cuddle an eel when you pick him up, a crying, screaming eel. Yet when you put him down he starts smiling again and runs off towards whatever place seems to have the most danger, even if a scenario looks tranquil he seems to have developed a set of skills that can find danger.

I put him on the rug in front of the TV, watching something innocent. I

go into the hall and come back with his beaker, to see him standing by the fireplace about to pull the guard off with his left hand, whilst holding a cocktail stick close to his face with his right hand. I have no idea where the stick came from, and the guard had been pushed back so far that an orang-utan would have struggled to reach it, but like I say, he’s developed these skills.

We decided to paint George’s room when we moved in, as he loves green. So we headed out for some paint and picked what looked like quite a peaceful summer meadow style of green. Back home and on the walls it’s the most intensely powerful looking green you’ve ever had the misfortune to lay your eyes upon. If you can imagine how green the hulk would be if he ate nothing but spinach, kale and broccoli for a year, then rubbed himself in grass for a few weeks and finally covered himself in lime peel then you be coming potentially close to the vibrancy that George’s wall now possesses.

We’ve left it so far as just the one

“He seems to have developed a set of skills that can find danger.”

wall (the brush melted from the intensity of the paint) and you only see it as you’re walking back out of the room. So we showed George his new room and he absolutely loved it, “It’s green” he said, “Me love green!” ...TO BE CONTINUED

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