Dell Directory December 2021

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THE DELL DIRECTORY elcome to the festive 2021 issue of The Dell Directory!

Have a look through the local businesses here for a host of special offers for the season, as well as gift vouchers and other gift ideas. All our columnists share their wonderful expertise for the season in this issue, and here’s hoping it will be a much more normal time than last Christmas. Christmas on the Corner is back - a welcome return.

THIS ISSUE Local Charity: Firrhill Fundraising and Social Group..........................................................8 What’s On: Christmas on the Corner...............9

I also had an unusual, luxurious and very relaxing experience at a new spa in West Lothian, FLOAT, this month, which you can read about on page 13. I can highly recommend it.

Spotlight: FLOAT................................................ 13

Wishing all our readers and customers a safe and happy festive season. Thank you for reading Dell Directory this year.

Pharmacy First services................................... 17

Eye Health: Acute Angle Closure Attack..... 14 Crossword Puzzle.............................................. 16 Colinton Village Pharmacy: More NHS Money Matters.................................................... 19 Home Improvements: New Scottish Smoke Alarm Requirements......................................... 23 Wine Tasting: Careful blending...................... 29 Lynne's Column: Climate-Friendly Christmas............................................................. 34 Local Environment: Merry Christmas........... 36 Clubs & Classes................................................. 38

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Firrhill Fundraising and Social Group

aims to enhance the scholastic experience of Firrhill pupils by providing extracurricular activities and resources.

We finance educational projects such as science club, as well as those that promote mental and physical well-being including outdoor seating and planting. We particularly aim to promote equity by ensuring that pupils have equal access to all clubs and activities.

The pandemic has drastically affected our fundraising efforts, so we’re grateful to have been chosen to benefit from the Co-op Local Community Fund We are urging local members to choose us as their cause so we can deliver our project and help more pupils at Firrhill High School. When members buy selected Coop branded products and services, 1p from every pound spent goes to support local causes like ours.

Our plan is to raise funds for a pop-up sensory room for pupils requiring extra support at school.

A pop-up sensory room would provide a calm, safe, therapeutic environment for pupils with diverse needs; including those with learning difficulties, developmental delays and behavioural issues. The physical and mental stimulation of the sensory room would encourage independence, wellbeing and enhance social inclusion, in turn facilitating greater pupil integration into the school and wider community.

Co-op members can select us as their local cause by visiting membership.coop.co.uk/ causes/62787, or download the Coop app and select us as their Local Community Fund cause so we can continue making a difference.

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Christmas on the Corner, a Colinton Village Enterprise event, is making a return this year following a necessary break in 2020.

The date is Thursday December 16th, from 5.30pm to 7.30pm.

A new venue for this event, and a return to the outdoors of past years, we will celebrate the festivities in Spylaw Park & CVE's 'Shed'.

Santa, live music, hot drinks, mulled wine & mince pies. A chance for a blether and a maybe even a wee winter wonderland to enjoy!

Bring the kids for a visit to Santa’s Grotto, with express delivery to the North Pole for letters deposited in Santa’s Post Box.

To further amuse the kids, CVE’s Jennie Loudon will provide a craft workshop where Christmas characters can be created.

We are also planning to include live music by local jazz musicians and friends.

If you would like to help - before and after (set-up and tidy-up), on the tombola/raffle/ refreshments stalls, or maybe you can help

Santa who is looking to recruit two elven helpers (training will be given in advance) – please email colintonvillage@gmail.com and let us know.

Colinton Village Enterprise aims to transform the historic outbuilding in Spylaw Park, affectionately known as 'The Shed', into a Community Heritage Hub with an immediate aim to address capital funding for the refurbishment works.

Please see cventerprise.org for more information if you would like to support this project.

This article was contributed by Colinton Village Enterprise. Colinton Village Enterprise SCIO is a Scottish Charity (SC049496) and an incorporated body, regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR).

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Maybe you can help Santa who is looking to recruit two elven helpers (training will be given in advance) – please email colintonvillage@gmail.com and let us know

Live music by local jazz musicians

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FLOAT is a premium new health spa in West Lothian offering a unique well-being experience.

It allows you enter a deeply restorative, meditative state by weightlessly floating in a pod of Epsom salt water, with all external stimulation - including sound and light – completely removed.

People use float therapy for different reasons: it’s excellent for managing stress, anxiety and PTSD; it’s used by sportspeople to prepare mentally and physically for performance; and some people find their minds become incredibly creative under the conditions of sensory deprivation.

The high concentration of salt means that floating is effortless, allowing every muscle in your body to completely relax and trigger the release of endorphins. In addition, the health benefits of soaking in Epsom salts include pain relief, improved muscle and nerve function and skin condition.

Leaving the stresses of the external environment behind starts as soon as you step through the door of FLOAT at their luxury, purpose-built centre on Glasgow Road in Bathgate.

I booked a session to try it when they opened in November. The largest float therapy centre in Scotland, there is exquisite attention to detail here at every stage of your experience, from the calming décor that welcomes you, to the carefully-selected organic toiletries provided.

Each pod is in its own private room, where you shower before your float. FLOAT’s pods drain completely between each customer; you can see it filling freshly for your session while you shower. The pod designs here have a low threshold and a fully-opening lid, making them easier to access for people with mobility issues.

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darkness. (You can control the intensity of the experience by opting to leave the mood lighting on, or leaving the lid partially open). Initially I thought a full hour of doing absolutely nothing would drag. But it takes time for your body and mind to fully let go, and when they do, you very pleasantly lose track of time. There is nothing but the occasional sound of the water gently lapping.

The weightlessness, and the total absence of all usual sensory inputs for your mind to process, is deeply calming and restorative; you need make no effort to shut them out, as they are simply not there. The health benefits for both mind and body are becoming more and more understood and many people float regularly as an essential part of their health routine.

All too soon, the mood lights and music fade in to signal the end of the float. Shower again to rinse off the salt - beautiful toiletries are provided - and there is a pamper room equipped with Dyson supersonic hair dryers for you to prepare to emerge into the outside world. As a finishing touch, a hot drink awaits you in the post-float room before you leave feeling thoroughly recharged.

For more information, to book a session or purchase gift vouchers, visit floatscotland.co.uk or call 01506 639489. FLOAT, 6-10 Glasgow Road, Bathgate, EH48 2AA This article was contributed by Helen-Jane after experiencing a luxury float therapy session at FLOAT, Bathgate. Helen-Jane is the editor of The Dell Directory.

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Acute Angle Closure Attack

The chamber in front of the iris contains a fluid called the Aqueous Humour. The pressure of this fluid can increase to a dangerous level, due to the drainage system being blocked. This can then cause damage to the optic nerve in the form of Acute Angle Closure Glaucoma.

How does the pressure increase? The fluid is produced behind the iris. It passes through the pupil and drains via the trabecular meshwork between the cornea and the iris (anterior chamber angle). If the pupil and iris stick together, the pressures behind and in front of the iris differ, bowing the iris forward. This can block the drainage channel, increasing the pressure.

Who is at risk from this? Average age of incidence is around 60, increasing with age. Family history due to inherited anatomical features is also a risk. People from SE Asia and China are more at risk.

An attack is more prevalent in females than males with a ratio of 4:1 What are the symptoms? Pain, red eye, nausea (and vomiting). Haloes around lights, headache, blurry vision, dilated pupil. Pressure can increase to 3-6 times the normal level.

How is it treated? This is a medical emergency and needs to be treated SAME DAY. Treatment is by medication to reduce the pressure, limiting the potential damage done to the optic nerve. This condition can blind a person very quickly untreated.

This article was contributed by Jonathan Jennett of Clearvue Opticians, 60 Bryce Road, Currie, EH14 5LD.

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HEALTH

More NHS Pharmacy First services at Colinton Village Pharmacy We were sad to say farewell to our two, long standing and supportive locums Lynn Munro and Rhonda Yuille in October.

Lynn also spent many years as the Manager Pharmacist at our Colinton Mains pharmacy. Their support was vital to us during the pandemic lock down periods, they will be missed by the whole team and their patients - we wish them both long and happy retirements!

Given the dual retirement we decided to employ a new ‘Second Pharmacist’ to give us, and the community, continuity in the pharmacy and the opportunity to supply more pharmacy services under the new NHS Pharmacy First Service. We hope that by the time you read this edition you will have met Judith Cargill, who starts on the 22nd November.

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Judith has a wealth of different community pharmacy experience.

She has worked for small independent, Judith raised money family pharmacies this summer for Crohns like ours and for large and Colitis UK cycling multiples. At Boots the North Coast 500! in Edinburgh she has been leading the flu vaccine service for several branches and actively promoting many of the services pharmacists can now offer. She has also worked in the NHS, as a hospital pharmacist and in Community Services in Lothian and Tayside. We are looking forward to sharing Judith’s range of skills with the Colinton community.

As a reminder, you can consult the team via Pharmacy First on winter cold and flu symptoms and such issues as impetigo, skin infections, shingles and urinary infections.

This column was contributed by Colinton Village Pharmacy.

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MONEY MATTERS

The UK’s previous two Budgets had been dominated by the pandemic, which has wreaked havoc with the public finances. This time the backdrop was brighter.

The Chancellor took advantage of better than projected economic performance both to spend more and to put some money aside. He must hope that his war chest is enough to cover whatever COVID-19 and rising inflation/interest rates conspire to deliver in the coming year.

BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS - Substantial amounts of revenue over the next five years will be raised from previously announced measures, such as the freezing of tax allowances and the introduction of the Health and Social Care Levy.

HMRC will be able to make 20% top-up payments for 2024/25 onwards in respect of contributions made by low-earning individuals saving in a pension scheme under a Net Pay Arrangement.

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From 27 October 2021, the deadline for reporting and paying CGT after selling UK residential property will increase from 30 days to 60 days after completion.

Freezing of business rates multipliers for a second year, from 1 April 2022 until 31 March 2023.

Income tax basis periods will be reformed so that a business’s profit or loss will be the profit or loss arising in the tax year itself, regardless of its accounting date.

Alcohol duty will be restructured so that all beverages will be taxed in direct proportion to their alcohol content.

A new domestic air passenger duty band will cover flights within the UK at a rate of £6.50 for 2023/24.

The levels and bases of taxation, and reliefs from taxation, can change at any time. The value of any tax relief is dependent on individual circumstances.

The Money Matters column is contributed by Lucy Logan, Principal of Lucy Logan Wealth Management, an Associate Partner Practice of St. James’s Place.

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More information

New Scottish Home Smoke Alarm Requirements

• Scottish Government website: www.gov.scot/publications/fire-andsmoke-alarms-in-scottish-homes • Older and disabled homeowners on low incomes can also contact their local “Care and Repair,” which gives independent advice and help: www.careandrepairscotland.co.uk • Scottish Fire and Rescue Service: www.firescotland.gov.uk/your-safety/ at-home

From February 2022 all Scottish homes should have tamper-proof, interlinked (if one goes off they all sound) smoke alarms in living room and hall, and heat alarm in kitchen. In rooms with a gas, oil or solid fuel appliance, carbon monoxide (CO) alarms will also be mandatory.

Rented homes should already comply.

Alarms are either wired into your electricity mains or have long-life batteries sealed into the alarm so it cannot be disabled.

Mains-wired alarms last longer than battery installations. They require installation by a qualified electrician. If other work needs to be done, such as a rewiring or major alterations, get alarms done at the same time. Recently built homes are likely to already have mains-wired interlinked alarms. Professional installers often suggest battery systems for existing properties since there is no disruptive work involved.

Battery-operated units can be installed on a DIY basis. They have a life of about 10 years, then must be replaced. The batteries cannot be removed to disable the alarm or be replaced.

The Scottish Government gives typical DIY cost as £220 for battery alarms.

Most existing smoke, heat and CO alarms are not tamper-proof or interlinked so do not meet new regulations. They are still widely on sale. They could be used in addition to the new installation.

Here are some things to think about for a DIY installation or to ask your installer: TESTING - Think about testing (weekly) in planning your system. You need to reach ceiling mounted alarm test buttons (use a stick!) and check they all sound. Some systems have a remote control that helps. They are loud!

Use ear plugs when testing.

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RESEARCH - Search online to compare suppliers and makes. Installation and user instructions should be available on manufacturer or supplier websites. Read these carefully to help decide whether to go DIY or to employ a professional.

Ensure the specification is for Scotland (England and Wales are different) and check manufacturer and/or supplier support (you might need it!).

If batteries are replaceable, they do not meet the new Scottish regulations.

The interlinking process differs between makes. Some are easier than others (similar to linking cordless phones). Instructions must be followed very precisely.

Alarms are fixed to the ceiling or high on a wall with screws or glue so you need a stepladder.

COSTS - Excluding installation, expect to pay £35 to £80 for each fire alarm (depending on make and features) and about £20 for each non-linked CO alarm. It is worth searching prices. Some suppliers offer discounted kits for Scotland.

In summary, for a DIY installation do plenty of online research, follow instructions precisely, take care on the stepladder and you should succeed! For professional installation, contact a reputable qualified electrician.

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WINE TASTING

I presented a wine and food pairing event to members of The Merchant Company in the beautiful Merchant Hall on Hanover Street. A grand setting for one of my first in-person group events.

It was wonderful to meet in person again! The theme of the tasting was A Taste of the Festive Season.

Krasno is a Slovenian white blend of Sauvignon Blanc blend and Ribolla Gialla. The careful balance of two grape varieties results in a cut grass, lemon and verbena nose and palate, without the high, sharp acidity we are used to with Sauvignon. Ribolla Gialla softens the acidity and rounds out the palate. If you like Sauvignon Blanc but prefer a softer acidity, Krasno is one to try. At £9.99 a bottle it is great value too!

The red wine was a blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre. This is a classic Beaumes-de-Vanise blend from the southern Rhone region of France.

Beaumes-de-Vanise ‘La Traissiennes’ 2020 Maison Bouachon is perfect for cold evenings by the fire or paired with flavoursome stews or roasts. The blend of 3 red grapes results in a warming nose of dark plum and damson fruit, stewed blackberries, spice from the Syrah grape and wood spice from a spell in oak cask.

We finished the tasting with one of my favourite sherry’s Pedro Ximenez served over ice cream.

PX is a real treat, look for it in the fortified wine section of your wine shop and serve over ice cream!

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Unbelievably it’s that time again when we start the countdown to Christmas and look back over the year that’s been. Although not nearly as odd as its predecessor, 2021 has still been a fairly atypical year for many of us. We’ve seen mass vaccinations take place, paving the way for something more akin to the “normal” we were used to, although many of us have continued to work from home and curtail our more exotic travel plans.

We’ve also seen the world’s nations come together at COP26 to agree on actions required to tackle global climate change. There’s no doubt that the next decade will be crucial in terms of how we protect the planet. In the face of such enormous challenges, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed and powerless as we try to navigate our day to day lives through this everchanging landscape.

But the human ability to adapt and collaborate has never been more evident than it has been over these past two years. The small changes we can all make every day can and will have

far-reaching benefits when we all pull together in the right direction.

Even at Christmas, whilst we look forward to some well-earned indulgence, we can make better choices about how to celebrate. We can choose to buy gifts from the small local businesses who helped keep us all afloat during lockdown. We can check out our local Facebook and WhatsApp groups and engage more with our local community by swapping, selling or exchanging second hand goods rather than feeling obliged to buy brand new every time. We can give gifts of food and drink or experiences rather than more “things”.

The gloomier winter months can sometimes provide a slightly drab anti-climax to the festive season so how nice would it be at Christmas to receive a voucher for one of your favourite local eateries? The gift to enjoy a lovely meal out with friends or family long after the tinsel has been packed away.

Rather than feel that our choices are more limited than they used to be, we should take up the challenge to be more creative in our thinking. Let’s remember how far we’ve come in such a relatively short space of time and marvel at just how much we can achieve when we combine our efforts.

Wishing everyone a safe, happy, healthy and sustainable Christmas.

Lynne x

Lynne lives in Colinton with her husband and two children. She dreams of being a freelance writer when she grows up but mostly just avoids growing up!

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LOCAL ENVIRONMENT

I’ve gone a little further afield for this one, to the Glenshee area where I visit quite regularly to photograph red squirrels, and eat cake.

Thankfully, the squirrels were quite happy to take part in a festive photoshoot in return for some peanuts. At this time of year they’re busy caching their food, ready to see them through the winter when supplies are running low. It’s quite common for them to forget where they’ve buried their stash, which is why red squirrels are one of the best sources for tree planting! What’s their loss is nature’s gain. They also test their food for freshness and will discard a hazelnut which doesn’t sound like it’s worth eating. This is different to the invasive greys who are much less fussy and why they can out compete the native reds for food where their habitats cross over.

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them easy to mistake for the grey squirrel) to bright orange, or red with blonde little tails.

You can see red squirrels at Morton Lochs (Tayport) Eskrigg Reserve (Lockerbie) or Aberfoyle. These places are great to spend a few hours wandering around whilst keeping a look out for squirrels scampering around the woodlands.

We hope you all have a lovely Christmas & New Year. See you in 2022!

This column is contributed by Clare Harte and Kate Stevenson, who grew up in Edinburgh and now live in West Lothian. Together they run Scottish Sisters Photography and travel around the country to watch and photograph amazing wildlife and scenic landscapes.

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SOLUTIONS

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NOVEMBER CROSSWORD

DESTINATION JUDO @ CRAIGLOCKHART Craiglockhart sports Centre. Wednesdays 3.45pm (5-8 year olds) and 4.30pm (9+ year olds). Judo is a dynamic sport based on a combination of balance, co-ordinationation and reaction.

Most importantly judo helps children become more self aware, disciplined, and polite. Of course we teach all this in a fun way. For information please email callum@destinationjudo.com or call 0131 467 9043.

COLINTON LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY Want to know about local history? Visit: www.colintonhistory.org or Email: enquiries@colintonhistory.org COLINTON LITERARY SOCIETY Colinton Literary Society regretfully cancels all talks until Christmas 2021. Keep up to date with latest news about the Lit on the Church website www.colinton-parish.com COLINTON GARDEN CLUB Club members share their love of gardening, gardens and nature, and work together to preserve and add value to our quality of life here in south-west Edinburgh. Monthly meetings on a Monday currently via Zoom.

For more information see www.colintongardens.org.uk or Email: membership@colintongardens.org LUNCHCLUB Every Wednesday 1pm – 3pm, 3 courses £4. Spaces are limited, first come first served. Oxgangs Neighbourhood Centre, 71 Firhill Drive, EH13 9EU. Please visit: www.oxgangsneighbourhoodcentre.org.uk PARENT AND TODDLER GROUP Tuesdays, am session and pm session for two age groups (all under 5s). Oxgangs Neighbourhood Centre, 71 Firhill Drive, EH13 9EU. Contact for details Tel.: 0131 466 0678 or Email: oxgangsneighbourhoodcentre@gmail.com OXGANGS NEIGHBOUR CENTRE CAFE 10.00am to 1.00pm. Bacon rolls, baked potatoes, toasties, specials, teas, coffees and cake. Sit in or takeaway.

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