Konect Falkirk August/September 2019

AUG / SEP 2019

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INTERIORS: RECIPE:

WALK:

DO YOU LIKE PIÑA COLADAS?

PLUS: puzzles, what’s on, CLUBS & CLASSES, and more LOCAL FEATURES inside!

The bi-monthly community magazine for Falkirk, Lionthorn and Larbert

TO OUR AUG/SEP EDITION

THIS ISSUE

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e’re always looking for somewhere different to walk, somewhere that has a feature of intrigue or a bit of history, so last month we checked a place near Airth – the Dunmore Pineapple.

If you are headed Stirling direction it’s worth working in a detour to take a look; see the feature on pages 8-9.

It’s exam results month and back to school at the end of the month, but for now summer is in full swing so if you’re back from holidays, or are not going away, there are plenty of things to do locally, see the What’s On page for a few suggestions. Our interiors column is about keeping the holiday vibe going if you’ve been away or wish you had!

The sun happens to be shining as I write this, so the page on Under the Trees – Falkirk’s organisation for outdoor learning – seems particularly relevant, along with a wee piece on how to control kid’s screen time. But Under the Trees is about enjoying the outdoors all year round, whatever the weather and their classes and events run into the autumn too.

If you are involved with a charity locally and would like your organisation featured in Konect, please contact me. Or if you’ve got something interesting and different going on that you’d like to share with the local community, do get in touch and we may be able to feature your story in an upcoming issue. We celebrate all things local.

Thanks for reading Konect and supporting local businesses and organisations

P6 Interiors: Home-Style Holiday Vibe............ 6 Walk: Do you like piña coladas?................. 8 Puzzles..........................................................16 Recipe: Creme Caramel.............................18 Children & Families: Outdoors, off screen............................................................19 What’s On......................................................20 Clubs & Classes..........................................21

Konect is delivered to 7500 households in central Falkirk, Lionthorn and Larbert. Copies are also left at libraries, community centres and other locations throughout Falkirk.

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Did you manage to get away for a break this summer yet? Maybe, like me, you’ve still got something planned to look forward to! One thing’s for sure though. When it’s time to come home and all that awaits you is a dusty house and a huge pile of unopened mail, that post holiday glow will disappear faster than the setting sun. Before you know it you’ll be back to reality. To dirty laundry, school runs and the minutiae of daily life.

Wouldn’t it be great if there was a way to reproduce that holiday feeling at home?

Maybe this is a ‘staycation’ year for you and you’re keen to create some of those feel good holiday vibes in your own place.

Regardless of the reason, here are a few ideas to inspire you.

Invest in some pretty pottery - Get yourself some tableware that reminds you of far flung shores. That fabulous sea-food place for instance. You know, the one where you sipped wine and watched the water sparkle among the boats bobbing in the harbour.

Bring some home as souvenirs or snap up a few summer sale bargains.

Scent your space - Our sense of smell can trigger memories and emotions more than any of our other senses. So whether it’s a sweet smelling summer jasmine candle reminding you of travels to tropical shores or a spicy simmer pot conjuring up recollections of a rummage in a middle eastern souk, by using scent throughout your home you can whisk yourself off to distant lands in an instant.

Coastal decor - Is the beach is your happy place? How about adding some coastal touches here and there. Add some sand, shells and a candle to a hurricane vase for an instant holiday vibe. There are lots of cute seaside themed accessories available these days. Incorporate some here and there and you’ll be ready for fish & chips and an ice cream on the pier - bliss!

Plant palms - Even here in central Scotland it’s perfectly possible to give your garden a totally tropical look. Fill it with hardy palms (try Trachycarpus fortunei or Cordyline Australis), Hosta, Arum Lilies and Ferns, helping you create the perfect retreat - with no jet-lag!

Now where did I put my Piña Colada?

Lynn McMurray - Enthusiast of all things ‘home’ and owner at The Seasonal Touch. www.theseasonaltouch.co.uk

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WALK

“IF YOU LIKE PIÑA COLADAS, AND GETTING CAUGHT IN THE RAIN”

Well, it’s not quite piña colada, but it is a pineapple and you may well get caught in the rain. This month we visited what is described as “the most bizarre building in Scotland” - the Dunmore Pineapple near Airth - to check out the garden and walks nearby.

Within Dunmore Park are gardens maintained by the National Trust for Scotland, the remains of what was Dunmore House (not accessible) ... and an extraordinary stone pineapple.

The “Dunmore Pineapple” is clearly signed from the A905 (25 minutes from Falkirk) and a track of about a mile takes you to a small car park. Walk through the gates into the walled garden and you are presented with a sloping vista north to south. The gardens are dominated by the huge stone pineapple.

The pineapple was built by the 4th Earl of Dunmore, John Murray, most likely on his return from Virginia where he was routed as the last royal governor in 1776 as the American War of Independence kicked off. It stands some 14m high and was built on top of a pavillion which he had had built in 1761 in his walled garden. Walled gardens were built in Scotland to allow

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plants to be protected against the vagaries of the climate and to enable more exotic species of plant to be grown. The walls here had a cavity through which hot air was circulated to allow the cultivation of exotic fruit. Lord Dunmore’s son, the 5th Earl wrote how “hothouse fruit ... was sent every fortnight from Dunmore Park, where my father had no house, but an excellent garden.”

Pineapples were seen as a great symbol of wealth in the 18th century, and the folly is perhaps a rather vulgar symbol of the Earl’s wealth. Nonetheless, the detail of the work is outstanding.

The construction is fine example of masonry with the leaves designed in such a way that they are largely immune from frost damage. The architect is unknown, the design and workmanship outstanding, and the mystery of the pineapple is enhanced by the complete lack of any references to it in diaries or records from the time. Lord Dunmore had no house here, but this spot must have been quite special for him to have conceived of this extraordinary monument here, tucked away on his quiet Scottish estate, a far cry from the subtropical heat and rebellious turbulence of Virginia that he had recently left; it is perhaps a statement that despite the defeat in America, he was back, wealth intact and larger than life.

Stone bothies either side of the pineapple pavillion, which were built for gardeners, are now holiday cottages which are available for hire via the Landmark Trust.

The gardens themselves have a mixture of mature plants growing against the walls, with roses in full bloom when we visited. The garden slopes down through two avenues of trees to a pond which marks the southern boundary. At the top of the garden on the right there is a gate which takes you on a delightful walk through mature woodlands. There is another walk through a second walled garden, which is being restored, through an avenue of Redwood trees planted by the 4th Earl to celebrate the marriage of his son in 1804.

The walk takes you to the ruins of Elphinstone Tower.

Verdict: You can bring a picnic and have a pleasant afternoon in a garden that radiates tranquillity, with the pineapple definitely adding a curiosity factor. Best visited in the spring and summer; the walled garden, the pond and the short woodland walks are a delight. One criticism is that the walks are not well sign-posted so it is easy for you to go off piste.

Dogs are welcome if kept on a lead. Airth Castle is nearby for those who want lunch, which is £12-£15 for two courses. @KonectMagazines

This article was written by Helen-Jane Shearer after visiting the Dunmore ‘pineapple’. HelenJane is the editor of Konect magazines.

THE EARLS OF DUNMORE

Dunmore’s beautiful The garden’s instigator was the 4th Earl of Dunmore who was walled gardens the last colonial Governor of Virginia. Described as “vain and vexatious” by Patrick Henry, the American founding father, he helped ferment what was already a fraught situation between the native Virginians and their British Colonial rulers. In 1776 he had to flee the colony. However even without anything to govern he still managed to draw his salary until 1783. Previous Earls had been imprisoned in the Tower of London for supporting the Jacobite cause. The 8th Earl was a distinguished soldier who went on to win the VC during the Boer War. The present Earl is a marine contractor and lives in Tasmania. @KonectMagazines

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PUZZLES

BUSTER THE DOG

CROSSWORD

Solution in the Oct/Nov edition of Konect ACROSS: 1. Cut short (4), 3. Adversary (8), 9. Error (7), 10. Board game (5), 11. Very eager (12), 13. Informal (6), 15. Small piece of food (6), 17. Books giving meanings of words (12), 20. Relating to the moon (5), 21. Absence of sound (7), 22. Moving very fast (8), 23.

Spheres (4) DOWN: 1. Business (8), 2. Start of (5), 4. Written in rhyme (6), 5. Now and then (12), 6. Protect the eyes (7) 7. Throw (4), 8. Produced (12), 12. Small bunches or groups (8), 14. Physics or chemistry (7), 16. Untie (6) 18. Lying within (5), 19. Add to (4)

Solution on Page 22

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Just Green A.Clark (2019)

Faded Beauty A.Clark (2018)

ROYAL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY, SCOTTISH MEMBERS PRINT EXHIBITION 2019 1st August - 29th August 2019.

Falkirk Town Hall, West Bridge Street, Falkirk, FK1 5RS Open most days and in the evening before entertainment events.

If travelling please check opening times on 01324 506177.

The Royal Photographic Society (www.rps.org) was founded in the United Kingdom in 1853 to promote the art and science of photography and today comprises over 11,000 photographers worldwide. In an historic move on 25th June 2019, Kensington Palace announced that Her Majesty The Queen who has been Patron of the Society for 67 years had passed that role to Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cambridge.

Each year, Royal Photographic Society members based in Scotland assemble a touring exhibition of 40 Prints representing their latest work. To encourage a variety of photographic styles and subjects, only 1 Print per photographer is allowed and this year the exhibition travels from Shetland to Dumfries including a month in the The Gallery at Falkirk Town Hall.

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years exhibition and a Print by Agnes has again been selected in 2019. Just Green is also a Still Life and follows a theme this photographer has developed during her membership at Falkirk Camera Club (www.falkirkcameraclub.co.uk) over recent years. The exhibition will feature a variety of subjects from Still Life to Landscape including both Black & White and Colour Prints.

Contacts: Bob Black Email: blackbrci@gmail.com Tel: 01324 624174 / Mob: 07889 078850 R.P.S. Organiser Allistair Kean Email: akean@fastmail.co.uk Tel: 01324 624543/ Mob: 07779 470369 P.R. Secretary / Honorary President, Falkirk Camera Club Gillian Smith Email: gillian.smith@falkirkcommunitytrust.org Tel: 01324 590963 Exhibitions Officer, Falkirk Community Trust FALKIRK | 17

FOOD & DRINK

A classic French dessert

Just a few cheap ingredients are needed to make this classic French dessert. Served with fresh fruit it’s an impressive finale to a special meal.

Ingredients:

• 150g granulated sugar • 4 medium eggs, plus 2 medium egg yolks • 100g caster sugar • 600ml whole milk • 1 tsp vanilla extract • Orange slices, grapes and raspberries, to serve

Tip:

Use small metal pudding basins or ceramic ramekin dishes each with 150ml capacity.

Makes 6 Ready in 1 hour 10 minutes, plus overnight chilling

Method:

1. To make the caramel, place the granulated sugar in a medium heavy-based pan with 3 tbsp cold water.

Heat gently, stirring, until the sugar has dissolved in the water to form a clear syrup. Increase the heat and bring the syrup to the boil, without stirring, until it turns a deep golden caramel colour. Swirl the pan occasionally to prevent hotspots forming and the caramel burning.

2. Remove the pan from the heat and carefully pour the hot caramel into six individual oven-proof dishes (see TIP). Place the dishes in a roasting tin. Preheat the oven to 140oC/fan 170oC/gas mark 3.

3. Whisk the eggs, yolks and caster sugar together in a large heatproof bowl. Pour the milk into a clean pan and bring to simmering point, then whisk the hot milk into the egg mixture. Stir in the vanilla extract then strain the mixture into a large jug and divide between the dishes.

4. Pour enough boiling water into the roasting tin to come halfway up the sides of the dishes. Bake for 1822 minutes until just set. Remove from the oven and leave to cool, then remove from the tin, cover and chill for 4 hours or overnight.

5. To serve, run the tip of a knife round the edge of the set custard. Invert each one on to a small plate. Serve decorated with orange slices, grapes and raspberries.

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FAMILIES

If you’re trying to get your kids to turn off their mobile devices, Apple and Google have introduced vastly improved parental control features for iOS and Android respectively.

If your devices have the appropriate versions of iOS and Android these features can make a big difference.

Apple’s version is called Screen Time, and it’s already installed in any device running iOS 12 – you’ll find it in Settings.

Google’s Family Link is a free download from the Google Play Store. Both systems enable you to: limit screen time for your kids; set an automatic ‘bedtime’ when everything shuts down; and block specific apps. On Apple devices you can limit specific kinds of apps too, so you might set one limit for games and a longer limit for creative apps such as art and design apps.

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“We love going outside and want you to enjoy it too! Mud, laughter, ...come along and join us on our adventure.” Under The Trees Ltd is a charity based in Falkirk providing quality outdoor learning to all age groups, backgrounds and abilities.

There are childrens plays sessions throughout the summer and autumn at various locations in and around Falkirk, please see the facebook and website for details and booking.

FREE SUMMER PLAY SESSIONS In conjunction with our funders, Inspiring Scotland, we are delighted to offer a range of Free Summer Play Sessions at The Helix, Summerford Park, and Herbertshire Castle Park.

There’s bound to be something for everyone!

Throughout August, sessions for ages 6 and under and for ages 7 and over.

Summer outdoor adventures - We have lots of outdoor events happening at Callendar Park.

The Wild Ones club for 7 and above! - A monthly outdoor group for risky play, mud, trees, nature, food, fire - what more could we ask for! Old clothes recommended!

Woodland Tots - Outdoor weekly parent and toddler group.

We offer a wide range of different events for the whole community to enjoy as well as providing Forest School sessions, and working directly with schools, nurseries and other groups to provide outdoor education sessions.

CONTACT US: Email: jess@underthetrees.co.uk Tel.: 07854 490 550 Facebook: @underthetreescic Website: www.underthetrees.co.uk Under The Trees Ltd, a charity based in Falkirk. Scottish Charity Number: SC48074 FALKIRK | 19

EXHIBITION ON UNTIL 23RD AUGUST

August & September

SUNDAY 11TH AUGUST The Big Picnic - Falkirk’s favourite festival is back for 2019!

Come down to the Helix from 11am-4pm for a fun filled family day out - and don’t forget your picnic! There will be lots of activities for all ages to enjoy plus live entertainment from some fantastic local talent. Based at the great lawn, there will be a whole host of activity to get involved with. Please note some activity has a small charge and can be booked in advance. We will have lots of entertaining live music to be enjoyed at The Park Stage.

SUNDAY 11TH AUGUST Feed the Animals - Come and join the stock keeper on a tour around the farm, meet the animals up close up close and get to feed some of them by hand. Meet: Muiravonside Country Park farm court yard. Booking essential as limited places. Price £3.50 per person. Time: 13.00 to 13.45 Booking and details: please contact Muiravonside Country Park, tel 01324 590900 email parks@falkirkcommunitytrust.org SATURDAY 17TH AUGUST The Big Hunt - Geo caching taster session Unleash your inner treasure hunter and learn how to geocache. There will be help for first time geo-cachers to get them started. Drop in session. Suggested donation £1. Time :Drop in anytime between 10.00-15:00. Meet:Muiravonside Country Park Café court yard. Details: please contact Muiravonside Country Park, tel 01324 590900 email parks@ falkirkcommunitytrust.org SATURDAY 31ST AUGUST Capital Sci-Fi Con: Falkirk Invasion returns to the Howgate Shopping Centre - We will bring you Movie Cars, Props Sets, Guests, Displays, Gaming, Traders and a whole lot more. This family event is a great geek day out at an affordable price!

All money from the event is donated to our chosen charity CHAS (Children’s Hospices Across Scotland). Tickets can be purchased inside Howgate Shopping Centre on the day.

SATURDAY 31ST AUGUST Kelpies Canter at The Helix - Come along and discover the secrets of the Helix Park and join in at this sponsored walk, run or cycle. Enjoy a stunning 5k route round the Kelpies Structure and join in for a picnic afterwards on The Great Lawn.

Registration will open from 10am at The Great Lawn where you can enjoy some entertainment and a bag piper will start our journey at 10:30am around the Kelpies structure. Afterwards, join us at The Great Lawn for a picnic. This is a fantastic day out for families or why not use it as the perfect training run for The Great Scottish Run? Sign up your family in advance for free at www.christianaid.org.uk/events/kelpies-canter. Or come along on the day for £5 per adult and children go free. Get in touch with glasgow@christian-aid.org or phone 0141 221 7475 for more information.

SATURDAY 31ST AUGUST Meet the bees - Come and meet the Muiravonside Bee keepers and learn more about these very important insects.

You will also get the chance to see inside a working Bee Hive.

Please wear suitable shoes for walking over rough ground, long trousers and long sleeves. A Bee keepers smock will be provided for when you are looking inside the hive. Booking essential as limited places. Price:£4 per person. Time: 10.00 -

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JAMES WATT – POWER TO THE WORLD Explore the life, work, and legacy of James Watt and his reinvention of the steam engine in a new exhibition from Historic Environment Scotland. Learn all about who James Watt was, and how he worked hard to create a more effective steam engine. Discover the impact he had on Britain’s industry, architecture, and engineering, which you can still see today. The Engine Shed, Forthside Way, Stirling. Entry free. For details please contact Historic Environment Scotland on 01786 234 800 email: technicaleducation@hes.scot 11.00 & 13.00-14.00. Meet: Muiravonside Country Park main car park map board. Booking and details: please contact Muiravonside Country Park, T: 01324 590900 E: parks@falkirkcommunitytrust.org FRIDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER Badger Watch - Come along to Muiravonside and join the ranger service on a badger watch. No outdoor clothing is required as the event will be held inside. Cameras are allowed.

Suitable for 12+. Price:£5 per person. Booking essential. Time: 19.15 – late. Meet:Muiravonside Country Park Café court yard.

Booking and details: please contact Muiravonside Country Park, T: 01324 590900 E: parks@falkirkcommunitytrust.org FRIDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER Family Friendly Badger Watch - Come along to Muiravonside and join the ranger service on a badger watch.

No outdoor clothing is required as the event will be held inside.

Cameras are allowed. Suitable for 6+. Price :£5 per person.

Booking essential. Time: 19.15 – late. Meet:Muiravonside Country Park Café court yard. Booking and details: please contact Muiravonside Country Park, T: 01324 590900 E: parks@falkirkcommunitytrust.org SATURDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER Nature’s Harvest - Come and join the ranger for a walk around the park and discover the harvest of hedgerow food on offer in autumn. There will be a chance to taste some of the food on offer and at the end we will taste some of the things that can be made with the produce. Booking essential. Price: £3.50 per person. Time: 10-11.30. Meet: Muiravonside Country Park Café court yard. Booking and details: please contact Muiravonside Country Park, T: 01324 590900 E: parks@falkirkcommunitytrust.org SATURDAY 5TH OCTOBER Bat Walk with Batability - Wrap up and bring your torch to Muiravonside Country Park to look for our five species of bat.

Come and learn about these elusive creatures and then take a walk in the park with our bat expert. Suitable for children 8 and over, please wear appropriate foot wear, dress for the weather and bring a torch. Booking essential. Price: £5 per person. Time:19.45 – 21.00. Meet: Muiravonside Country Park Café court yard Visitor Hub before heading out into the park, Booking and details: please contact Muiravonside Country Park, T: 01324 590900 E: parks@falkirkcommunitytrust.org

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CLUBS & CLASSES

SPORTS, HOBBIES, LEARNING, SUPPORT GROUPS & MORE...

FALKIRK BUGGY WALK GROUP AT THE HELIX Buggy Walk sessions are the perfect way to get out, get some fresh air and to meet other parents and carers. Free of charge, your child must be in a buggy. This walk leaves from the front doors of Falkirk Football Stadium, Mondays - 1:15pm, and lasts around an hour.

DROP IN CAFÉ Based in the Joint Dementia Initiative within Dollar Park. It is open between 10:30am and 3:00pm every Friday. Open to anyone with a memory impairment and their carers. The café is an informal way for people to come together and share their knowledge and experiences in a way that is supportive. For more information, please email brian.oneill@falkirk. gov.uk or call 01324 501730.

Falkirk Community Trust runs fitness classes at all local gyms including: The Great Mariner Reef, Mariner Leisure Centre, Glasgow Road, Camelon, FK1 4HJ Tel 01324 503750 Stenhousemuir Gym, 47 King Street, Stenhousemuir, FK5 4HD All Les Mills classes including body combat, body pump, body attack, CX Worx, as well as low impact fitness, yoga, body balance and much more. See www. falkirkcommunitytrust.org under “Fitness” for full details.

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Community groups offered by Alzheimer Scotland offer in the Falkirk and Bo’ness area. If you have a diagnosis of dementia or you support someone who has dementia and are interested in any of these groups, please get in touch with us.

GARDEN CLUB Mon & Thurs at The Maples, 33 Johnston Avenue, Stenhousemuir, Falkirk. FK5 4JZ. For info please call Anne Christian on 01324 559480/ 079321 20685.

10-PIN BOWLING Wed at Pro-Bowl. For info please call Anne Christian on 01324 559480/ 079321 20685.

FOOD WITH FRIENDS 2nd Monday of the month at The Cladhan Hotel, Kemper Avenue, Falkirk. FK1 1UF. For information please call 01324 559480/ 079321 20685.

FOOTBALL MEMORIES Last Mon of the month at The Maples, 33 Johnston Avenue, Stenhousemuir, Falkirk. FK5 4JZ and last Wed of the month at Corbie Inn, Bo’ness. For info please call Anne Christian on 01324 559480/ 079321 20685.

THRIVE Tuedays at The Maples, 33 Johnston Avenue, Stenhousemuir, Falkirk.

FK5 4JZ. For info please call Anne Christian on 01324 559480/ 079321 20685.

BRAIN GYM Tuedays at The Maples, 33 Johnston Avenue, Stenhousemuir, Falkirk. FK5 4JZ and Wednesdays at Camelon Education Centre.

For information please contact Anne Christian on 01324 559480/ 079321 20685.

DROP IN CAFÉ Thurdays at Central Perk, Grahams Road, Falkirk and Wed at Richmond Park Hotel, 26 Linlithgow Rd, Bo’ness.

For info please contact the Dementia Link workers on 01324 564270/564272 or Fay Godfrey on 01324 559480.

MUSICAL MEMORIES First Monday of the month at St Xaviers Church Hall, Hope Street, Falkirk. For info please contact Justine Davidson on 01324 564278.

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INDEX OF ADVERTISERS

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SOLUTIONS

SOLUTION TO JUNE / JULY CROSSWORD

ACROSS: 7. Govern, 8. Tailor, 9. Data, 10. Launched, 11. Easiest, 13. Empty, 15. Stunt, 16. Defence, 18. Emphasis, 19. Else, 21. Stupid, 22. Nickel.

DOWN: 1. Sofa, 2. Relationships, 3. Analyse, 4. Stout, 5. Circumference, 6. Domestic, 12. Attempts, 14. Teasing, 17. Aside, 20. Stem.

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