The Hype Magazine Shrewsbury & Oswestry Issue 21

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W W W. H Y P E M A G A Z I N E . C O . U K | F R E E S H R E W S B U R Y & O S W E S T R Y

Local Leisure & Entertainment Magazine Produced in Shropshire

ISSUE 21 - September & October 2016

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CONTENTS

Inside This Edition What’s On

06 What’s On 38 Fifth Harmony

Eating Out

07 The Ditella Group Grows 10 The Loopy Shrew Review 12 The Porterhouse SY1 14 La Corallina

Features

26 Education Feature 34 Autumn Recipes 36 Cineworld Film Releases 40 Fall Fashion 42 Marvellous Munich 72 Metallic Home Furnishings

Health & Beauty

Autumn Leaves Are Falling...

Welcome to the NEW Autumn edition of The Hype Magazine, your LOCAL magazine for SHREWSBURY & OSWESTRY. We are very proud to bring you the best What’s On Guide, as well as some brilliant businesses and services in the area! We take a look at who is going to be bringing the biggest live tours to the Midlands, like Fifth Harmony, plus the latest blockbuster movie releases at Cineworld IMAX. If you are looking for somewhere fab for the family to eat this Autumn, we have a some brilliant RESTAURANT REVIEWS to help you choose, as well as great features on Education, Health & Wellbeing, Weddings and tasty Recipes to try!

And don’t forget to look out for a copy of our fabulous family magazine Educ8 Magazine Shropshire! You will find them in your local School, Nursery or family attractions across the county.

Eileen Callear Editor

48 Wedding Bliss 49 Hevmobile Hair & Beauty 52 Double Vision Bars 56 Health & Wellbeing 60 Sterling Clinics Alevere 64 Krukira 66 Body & Face Options

Home & Motoring

70 New Season Home Ideas 82 Greenhous Nissan Plus Lots More!.....

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What’s On?

September/October 2016

SHREWSBURY & OSWESTRY HARVEST AND HERITAGE FESTIVAL 3RD–4TH SEPTEMBER BATTLEFIELD SHREWSBURY Now in its 7th year this annual harvest and food festival just gets better and better. All housed in the purpose built marquee it brings together the best of local produce for you to sample, taste and most importantly enjoy.

LOCKDOWN LL – SANCTUM 24TH SEPTEMBER THE DANA PRISON The surroundings are infested with zombies but the prison has become a sanctum. Inside life continues, new skills are taught to help combat the infected.

Do you have what it takes to keep the sanctum going? Find out with this 6hour zombie experience.

WEDDING FAYRE 25 SEPTEMBER ALBRIGHTON HALL HOTEL Come along to our well attended Wedding Fayre with some of the top suppliers in the area. www.shropshireweddingcentre.co.uk

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THE NATIONAL WEDDING SHOW 30TH SEPTEMBER – 2ND OCTOBER BIRMINGHAM NEC Try, buy, book and hire everything you need for your special day at the ultimate day-out for the whole bridal party. With over 300 wedding specialists from bridal boutiques and florists to jewellers and photographers, this event is the ultimate wedding shopping experience.

FRANKENSTEIN 3RD-6TH OCTOBER WALKER THEATRE A brand new adaptation of Mary Shelley's Gothic horror masterpiece fusing ensemble storytelling, puppetry, live music and stunning theatrics.

ORTHOPAEDIC INSTITUTE CHARITY EVENING - 22ND OCTOBER ALBRIGHT HUSSY MANOR Enjoy a 3 course dinner followed by an evening of jazz, dance and laughter.

Tickets are just £35.00 each and all proceeds go to the Orthopaedic Institute Rheumatology Fund at the Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic hospital.

01691 404561

BEAR GRYLLS PRESENTS ENDEAVOUR 22ND OCTOBER GENTING ARENA BIRMINGHAM Adventurer, writer and TV host Bear Grylls has announced his very first live arena spectacular. Audiences will join the adventurer as he transports them to multiple environments in this edge-ofyour-seat, action-packed two hour show!

SPOOKY WALKS 26TH-28TH OCTOBER ATTINGHAM PARK Performing Arts and Media students will combine forces this year and take up residence in the eighteenth century mansion, which offers a fantastic backdrop for more horror delights, the route takes visitors around parts of the grounds in the evening darkness, giving them a chance to discover what’s lurking in the shadows. The walks are not suitable for children under 10.

Normal ground charges apply.

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Darwin’s Town House

The Latest Addition To The Ditella Group...

Introducing The Ditella Group's newest addition 'Darwin's Townhouse,' an 18th Century Grade II* Listed Georgian Bed and Breakfast Townhouse, located in the heart of Shrewsbury on the banks of the River Severn with twenty boutique bedrooms. Darwin's Townhouse was bought in 2016 and has undergone a complete refurbishment.

Having recently sold The Mytton and Mermaid, The DiTella Group sought after their two newest venues, 'Darwin's Townhouse,' and 'The Loopy Shrew'. Darwin's Townhouse has been rated 5***** by the AA and has also been given a Silver Award.

Book directly for our best rates. Singles from £75, Doubles/Twins from £100, Kings from £120, Deluxe King £125 and Superior King £150.

Receive a Resident VIP card giving you 10% discount off The Loopy Shrew and PorterHouse.SY1 when you check-in.

The Loopy Shrew

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Greg Corbett, Franchisee of the Francesco Group Salon at 9 Bellstone, Old Bank Chambers, Shrewsbury is a finalist for Franchisee of the Year at the British Hairdressing Business Awards 2016.

Earlier in the year Greg entered the competition by submitting a portfolio of his work and a snapshot of business at the Shrewsbury salon and he has been selected as one of six finalists for the Franchisee of the Year category, he is also the only finalist to operate his business outside of London.

Since taking on the business in the Winter of 2014, Greg has steadily set about transforming the salon into a bright and modern space, perfect for clients to enjoy their pampering hair appointment in a luxurious, spa like setting. Greg has focused on building a relaxed but knowledgeable and professional salon atmosphere where you can feel the fantastic bond with the whole styling team has.

Greg encourages the close knit nature of his team by leading by example, encouraging them to take on more training opportunities and developing their hairdressing and customer service skills. The result of this development of his staff has lead to satisfied and returning customers.

The British Hairdressing Business Awards final will be held on 12th September 2016 at London’s Royal Lancaster Hotel, Call in and experience the salon, or telephone us on 01743343928 and find out how Greg gets on.

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Food that you will go Loopy about...

The Loopy Shrew, is a family run business in the heart of Shrewsbury, owned and managed by the same team that also owns PorterHouse.SY1 and Darwin's Townhouse.

The menus offer everything from a casual bite to eat with a range of small plates and sharing boards to the more a la carte main courses; which are great for celebrating a special occasion. The Loopy Shrew also offer ‘Host your Roast’ on Sundays alongside the Traditional Sunday Roast, which my husband Stephan and I went along to sample.

We were welcomed by Alexis and the very friendly team and shown to our table. The restaurant has been refurbished to the highest standard, creating the perfect space to chill and enjoy a comfortable and relaxing dining experience. There are impressive sky lights that bring a natural soft light throughout, and a fab mezzanine that affords private dining for a larger party as well as a beautiful garden area to the rear.

We ordered some drinks; diet coke for me and large glass of Pinot Grigio for Stef, which we enjoyed whilst looking over the menu, Alexis made some recommendations which we were more than happy to go with so for starters we had Pan Seared Brixham

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Scallops, Roast Chorizo, Appleyards Black Pudding, Pea Puree and Local Asparagus for me and Georgia’s Whiskey Duck; Honey and Soy Marinated Duck Breast, Chargrilled Vegetables and Whiskey Marmalade Dip for Stef and for our main courses I chose the Traditional Sunday Roast and Stef had spotted a 8oz Fillet Steak with his name on it.

The starters arrived quickly and were everything Alexis had promised and more. The Scallops were perfection in a dish, the tasty hit of chorizo made the dish pop and the black pudding was delicious, all complimented brilliantly by the super fresh asparagus and delightful pea puree and the Whiskey Duck was sensational with the succulent duck and fresh veg smothered in the mouthwatering honey and soy.

The Loopy Shrew 15 Bellstone Shrewsbury SY1 1HU

Tel: 01743 366505

www.loopyshrew.com

Another glass of Pinot in and the main courses arrived in all their glory, the Roast Beef was accompanied by a huge fluffy Yorkshire pudding, golden roast potatoes and a pan full of sides, well technically it was three small pans with potatoes, fresh veg and mash; and it was Sunday roast excellence. The Fillet Steak was cooked exactly as requested, and Stef said that it was of the highest calibre, with fresh tomato and fluffy chips and a drizzling of garlic butter, it was divine.

We were quite full, as the portions are on the generous side but we decided that we could share and Chocolate Brownie, with Fresh Fruit, Vanilla Ice Cream and Nutella Sauce, which sounded like the perfect way to round off a wonderful dining experience – And it certainly was!

The Loopy Shrew offers a warm welcome at any time of the day, whether it’s to have a breakfast meeting, quick coffee and cake, after-work drinks or to indulge in an evening of fine wines and great food. The service is excellent and the food is reasonably priced and of the highest quality with locally sourced produce whenever possible.

To find out more about what is on offer, or to book a table call 01743 366505 Email: sophie@loopyshrew.com or visit www.loopyshrew.com

‘Don't forget’

Live Music every Friday 7pm-10pm.

Happy Hour Monday-Friday 5pm-7pm.

Early Doors Meny Monday-Saturday 3 courses £18, 2 courses £15'

Now taking bookings for Christmas and New Year!

Please email christmas@loopyshrew.com with any enquiries

SUNDAY SLEEP-OVER

Stay in one of our Boutique Rooms for just £25 every Sunday when you spend £70 or more in our bar and restaurant the day/night of your stay.

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A Snappy New Menu Set to Impress...

Indulgence

The PorterHouse has long been established as one of Shrewsbury most popular eateries; however, with new management and Chef team in place, they want to take Porterhouse to the next level.

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PorterHouse; Pure

The Hype team were invited along to an exclusive taster session to sample a few of the new dishes on offer. As we entered we were all welcomed in by the Manager, Tom and escorted to our tables. We all commented on the impressive and authentic feel the Americana décor offered, and we eagerly awaited the arrival of the first dishes.

We were presented firstly with Sticky Chicken Wings that were marinated in a Marmite BBQ sauce and accompanied with a Shropshire blue cheese dipping sauce, breaded Mozzarella that was served with a very flavoursome home-made tomato relish and Jalapeno bites that really packed a punch! What a fantastic start.

After a short wait, the second batch of dishes arrived. Kedgree Scotch Egg; Smoked Haddock and Curried Rice, Parsley, Soft Boiled Egg and served with a Cauliflower Piccalilli. This dish was beautifully presented and bursting with a range of flavours that absolutely worked together. Next to sample was my star dish of the day, Ham Hock and Green ‘Grits’ that consisted of Smoked Ham Hock Terrine with Pea and Tarragon

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Cornmeal ‘Grits. Although this sounds like a relatively simple dish compared to what we had previously sampled, I can assure you that the deep flavours of that ham hock will live long in my memory. And now for something completely different, crocodile popcorn! I must admit that I haven’t really eaten a great deal of ‘exotic meat’ but southern fried crispy crocodile bites served with a chilli and tomato aioli are a must try on your next visit.

Next up we had a sample of some of the Mains dishes. The first dish was Lobster Mac ‘n’ Cheese. As a lover of Lobster I was particularly excited by this and I certainly wasn’t disappointed. The Macaroni was bound with a three cheese sauce and plentiful pieces of fresh, juicy lobster and topped with crunchy parmesan.

Veal Parmigiana with Spaghetti Arrabita was next and the breaded veal escalope was cooked to absolute perfection and the beautifully spiced tomato spaghetti worked wonderfully together.

Lastly we were treated to Alex’s favourite dish, ricotta and avocado pappardelle. Alex was actually very surprised that this was his favourite dish as he is a self-confessed carnivore; however, the home-made pasta, confit garlic, fresh herbs, ricotta and avocado foam totally won him over.

On to the desserts, Salted caramel and pistachio rice pudding brulee offered a wonderful twist on a true classic and was executed to perfection. Again, another dish that I hadn’t chose before and I probably wouldn’t have was Apple and Shropshire Cheddar Tart with a Crème Anglaise. Quite simply it was wonderful; a great addition to the new menu and a real must have for any selfconfessed foodie such as myself! And they certainly saved the best until last – PorterHouse S’mores. This totally indulgent dessert consisted of gooey double chocolate cookie baked with an impressive home-made marshmallow, vanilla ice cream and a very wonderfully intense mini chocolate milkshake. A chocoholic’s dream! Words cannot really express how good that dessert really is, however, it’s quite possibly the best dessert that I’ve ever tasted and the fact that Alex was quiet for the duration of this dish completely validates this claim.

I genuinely believe that the clear passion and pure quality that we had the pleasure of sampling during our experience at the PorterHouse will take them to the next level. Sample the new menu from Monday 22nd August - Call 01743 358870 to book a table!

'Good to Know'

With Happy Hour Mon-Fri 5pm-7pm, Burger Monday £10, Christmas and NYE Menus available, email christmas@porterhousesy1.co.uk, lunch Break 15% off when you show your business card and Sunday Session, all day happy hour and live music 5pm-8pm.

PorterHouse.SY1 15 St. Mary's Street Shrewsbury Shropshire SY1 1EQ

Tel: 01743 358870

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The Taste Of Italy is on your doorstep! Come to La Corallina with friends and family for authentic Italian food, handmade to order with only the freshest ingredients.

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Celebrate in style at

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Treat yourself to a sumptuous treat at the Old Hall in Dorrington, a special experience to remember.

No gimmicks, no jacked up prices; just good food in lovely surroundings.

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Old Hall Restaurant, Main Road, Dorrington, SY5 7JD.

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Opening hours: Monday to Thursday: 5.00pm -10.00pm, Friday & Saturday: 5.00pm – 10.30pm, Sunday: 12.30 – 4.00pm subject to booking six persons. Bookings: Telephone: 01743 719 100 11.00 – 22.00, daily for bookings/information.

Mobile: 07429 29 97 92 for reservations via text or if you prefer to call on our mobile phone.

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What’s On at The Market A Unique, diverse, historic & award winning market! Every Wednesday, Friday & Saturday - Artisan Market Last Friday of Every Month

Go to our website for more information on the market and special events for the Festive Season!

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Take Your Taste buds to Town...

Situated in the picturesque town of Oswestry, Shropshire, you will find a venue like no other. Townhouse Brasserie is a stunning Georgian property which has been lovingly refurbished; the result of which is a spectacular fusion of heritage and modern styling.

Townhouse has launched a new brasserie menu, which we were very excited to go along and try. We were welcomed warmly by Carly, who runs the Townhouse along with her brother Ollie. Carly took us through, past the Lounge Room to take a seat in the Garden Room, with opulent chandeliers and quirky baskets, which has been cleverly turned into lightshades, and ornate mirrors set on classic grey walls giving a feel of pure luxury. The Garden Room overlooks the beautiful rear walled garden, complete with stage for live performances and various events hosted during the summer months, there was actually a play taking place whilst we were there.

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We were introduced to our server for the evening, Yasmin who was lovely. We ordered our drinks, Stephan couldn’t resist a cheeky cocktail and opted for a Black Russian, he rarely can resist though! We scanned the menus, spoilt for choice but eventually settling on Garlic Prawns with fennel salad for myself, and Chicken Liver Parfait with toasted campagne and fruit chutney for Stephan.

We were treated to a taster prior to the arrival of the starters of carrot and roasted red pepper soup with a drizzle of black truffle oil, which was amazing. Then the starters arrived, the prawns were magnificent, plump, and juicy and bursting with flavour and Stephan was very pleased with the Parfait, which was spot on. For the main courses we chose Chargrilled Tuna Steak with roasted vine tomato and honey soy glaze, and Fillet Steak served with field mushroom, plum tomato on the vine and a generous helping of triple cooked chips. The tuna steak was excellent, cooked exactly as requested, the flavours were exquisite. Stephan’s fillet was blissful too, the knife cutting as though it was butter and the triple cut chips were great too.

Stephan decided to try another cocktail so ordered a Negroni, a classic Campari cocktail, whilst we browsed the dessert options. I chose Classic Lemon & Bay Brulée with poached pear and Stephan was delighted when he spotted Hot and Fresh Doughnuts with cherry jam and clotted cream ice cream, which he was very enthusiastic about trying! The brulée was stunning, the bay giving it an unusual flavour that was a really cool twist, and the poached pear was almost celestial. Stephan’s doughnuts were also marvellous, the smell of freshly cooked doughnuts filling the air gloriously.

Head chef Gareth Bagley, who has almost two decades of experience, is bringing a fresh and exciting variety of ideas to put the Townhouse firmly on the food map. This, along with the stunning surroundings and excellent service make the Townhouse Brasserie a must visit for any self-respecting foodie, but just as much so for families looking for a great venue to relax with their children.

For a warm welcome and stunning cuisine at affordable prices, look no further. Whether you want to sip champagne and cocktails in the flamboyant and quirky bar, kick back in the beautiful garden or enjoy special occasions with family, Townhouse has it all.

TOWNHOUSE Bar - Restaurant - Terrace 35 Willow Street Oswestry Shropshire

01691 659499 www.townhouseoswestry.com

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Oswestry translator named runner-up at IPSE-QA Freelancer of the Year Awards

Lowri Roberts, a freelance translator from Oswestry, near Shropshire, has taken home the runner-up prize at the UK’s Freelancer of the Year Awards.

wirioneddol ddiolchgar i gael cydnabyddiaeth mewn gwobrau cenedlaethol, ac yn gobeithio parhau i ddatblygu fy musnes Cymraeg ag arian a hyfforddiant y gwobrau.”

Lowri’s business, Trosi Tanat Transla/on, provides Welsh transla/on services to a wide range of clients. Her services include wri0en transla/on, interpreta/on, and transla/on training. Lowri, who comes from a family of freelancers, uses her skills and educa/on to posi/vely influence the use and direc/on of the Welsh language.

The awards are hosted by IPSE, the Associa/on of Independent Professionals and the Self Employed and QA, one of the largest learning services organisa/ons in the UK. IPSE Lowri’s success comes as new IPSE research finds that there presented Lowri with £2,500 for her business and a whole are now 1.91 million freelancers in the UK, who contribute a host of prizes. huge £109 billion to the economy.

The Awards recognise excellence in freelancing, and applicants Chris Bryce, IPSE CEO, commented: “This year we saw a huge were judged on the strength of their por.olio and their number of very high-quality pitches – and choosing the passion and commitment to freelancing. winners wasn’t easy. We were par/cularly impressed with the tenacity and passion Lowri showed when presen/ng her On receiving the award, Lowri said: “I’m so overwhelmed, business, and she is more than a worthy runner-up.” pleased and honoured to be awarded runner-up this year. The compe//on was high, and I stood next to so many amazing Stuart Mar/n, Director at QA said: “Becoming Freelancer of and talented freelancers on that stage. I’m truly grateful for the Year is an enormous achievement and Lowri should be being recognised at a na/onal awards, and hope to con/nue very proud. The Awards are a great incen/ve to working to further my Welsh language business with the awards independently and staying at the top of your game as a money and training.” freelancer.”

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Write Here...

Come to Write Here! On Shrewsbury’s historic High Street, opposite the Unitarian Church where the young Charles Darwin attended with his Mother, and Samuel Taylor Coleridge preached.

As the name suggests, fountain pens and writing instruments in general are an important part of what they sell, but there’s so much more. Artists can look at the range of fine art materials from Pip Seymour, whilst their kids can check out Faber Castell’s coloured felt tip pens, and both can find colouring books and sketchbooks, and even some Skizzenbuchs.

But they may have been delayed on their way through the shop by one of the best ranges of greetings cards in Shrewsbury (many by local artists), locally themed gifts and the jolly useful Leuchtturm range of journals and diaries. Some may be distracted by the Jellycats (usually the under 5’s, but not always), the kites and rockets or outdoor games.

And then you get to the back room, and find our unparalleled range of fountain pen inks (at least a colour for every other day of the week) and probably the widest range of pens outside (and maybe even inside) London. Not just fine, medium and broad but Italic, stub and oblique. Helpful staff will help you decide which is right!

Hiding round the corner they’ll find jigsaws and other puzzles, notepaper and more specialist notebooks.

Staggering under the weight of purchases, they’ll head for the till where, again, the ever helpful staff will be on hand to assist them in assuming ownership of them.

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changing image of lesbians, love and romance, the pressures that led some to marry and the later discovery of their lesbian identity and subsequent coming out stories to their children.

The 11th Shropshire Rainbow Film Festival is not to be missed! It will be opened by Shrewsbury’s Deputy Mayor, Cllr. Jane Mackenzie and is full of exciting films, people and events:

• A World Premiere of ‘Wherever You Are’, a short film made in Shrewsbury, by two leading short film directors, Gabriel Virata and Joan Montesinos, who have collaborated after meeting at last year’s Festival.

• Joe Stevens, a folk-roots American singer/songwriter from the USA, will speak after ‘Real Boy’, the real-life story of Ben, a transgender young man. Joe appears in the film as Ben’s mentor and friend.

• Rosalind Pearson, the Director of ‘Women Like Us’ (1998) & ‘Women Like That’ (1991). First screened as part of Channel 4’s groundbreaking TV series ‘Out on Tuesday’, these documentaries explore the lives of older lesbians in the UK from R different cultures, classes and backgrounds from the 1920s to 1989. Their stories incorporate ideas about lesbianism, the

• ‘Blackbird’, the Opening Night film, is having its second screening in the UK, the first in 2014 at BFI FLARE, London. 17 year-old Randy tries very hard to be a good person. Since his father left, he takes care of his emotionally disturbed mother, and he’s the kind of friend his classmates can depend on. As strong as he seems on the outside, Randy is hiding a secret inner struggle and denial of his true self. It’s not until he opens himself up to love that he discovers that becoming a man means accepting who you really are.

• ‘Desert Hearts’ is our Classic Film. Ahead of its time and ‘before lesbian chic’, it was the first feature film to depict a lesbian relationship favourably and, at the time, considered pretty risque! Not to be missed in 2016!

• The audience will make Audience Awards at two Short Film events, on the Saturday/Sunday mornings. Some Directors will be present.

The Festival will be a fascinating journey, exploring LGBT lives and experiences around the world.

Shropshire Rainbow Film Festival: 14 – 16th October, The Old Market Hall Cinema and The Hive, Shrewsbury.

Visit: www.rainbowfilmfestival.org.uk Email: info@rainbowfilmfestival.org.uk

Friday 14th October 7.30PM OPENING CEREMONY, WITH SHREWSBURY TOWN COUNCIL DEPUTY MAYOR: CLLR JANE MACKENZIE 8.00PM BLACKBIRD 2014 (USA)

Saturday 15th October 1.30PM WOMEN LIKE US 1989 (UK) plus WOMEN LIKE THAT 1991 (UK) DISCUSSION WITH DIRECTOR

4.30PM REAL BOY 2016 (USA)

Q & A WITH JOE STEVENS

Blackbird

Women Like Us

Women Like That

8.00PM SUMMERTIME 2016

(FRANCE/BELGIUM) - SUBTITLES

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Sunday 16th October 1.30PM DESERT HEARTS 1985 (USA)

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3.30PM ALIGARH 2015 (INDIA) - SUBTITLES Real Boy

Summertime

Desert Hearts

6.00PM WHEREVER YOU ARE (WORLD PREMIERE) SHORT, FILMED IN SHREWSBURYWITH DIRECTORS: GABRIEL & JOAN 2016

Tickets via Eventbrite 6.30PM GERONTOPHILIA 2013 (CANADA) Aligarh

Wherever You Are Tickets via Eventbrite

Gerontophilia

www.rainbowfilmfestival.org.uk

UK Shorts Saturday 15th, 10.15am (at OMH) / International Shorts Sunday 16th, 11am (at The Hive) Two separate programmes, back by popular demand, with the opportunity to meet some of the film directors, and make awards for the best in each programme Shorts - Tickets -£5/£4 via Eventbrite

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BACK TO SCHOOL EDUCATION...

READY FOR STUDENT LIFE? Off to University?

We take a look at what essentials will you need to survive the first few months of Student Life...and beyond!

The essentials...

Every student needs the basics like a kettle; for those endless cups of coffee you will need and a toaster.

But you could go the whole hog and get a mini fridge for your room - it will save you having an arguement over who took your last bit of bacon or can of pop!

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The entertainment...

It would be worth investing in a smart TV (about 22 inch will do it, as your parents won’t fall for a sob story that involves you NEEDING a 50 inch to take to uni!). A games console also would be great as it will not only help you break the ice and make new friends but you can also watch films, play online and get internet access, making it easier to keep in touch with friends and family.

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The extras...

Things like a good set of headphones may help, if you live with a bunch of noisy housemates and a decent desk light for those long nights, when finishing an assignment runs into the early hours :( Also you could invest in a USB External Portable SSD to back up your important files, research and course work. You can get a decent one for around £150.

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EDUCATION FEATURE

What Is Dyslexia?

Felicity Page Of Shropshire Dyslexia Tutoring Explains...

Early recognition

Felicity P. Page MA (Ed) B.Ed (Hons) AMBDA SpLD APC (Patoss) Telephone: 07983 981677 Email: dyslexiateaching@aol.co.uk Have you noticed your child is sometimes getting words muddled when they are reading or spelling?

Do they find it hard to remember and carry out two or more instructions at a time? Is it difficult for them to concentrate on writing or reading without being distracted by what’s going on around them?

And are these challenges starting to have an impact on your child’s confidence and on their progress at school? If they are, have you wondered whether you child may be experiencing specific language and learning difficulties?

The speed of children’s learning and development may vary, but if your child experiences any of these challenges and they are persisting then it would be worthwhile investigating further. It may be that they have a dyslexic profile or there may be other reasons.

A child with a dyslexic profile is just as bright and capable as their peers – sometimes brighter! Often they are highly imaginative and creative, and they may have exceptional technical skills. They can be quick ‘thinkers’ and ‘doers’.

What is dyslexia?

Dyslexia can be described as a specific difference in the way that some individuals learn and process information. This can present difficulties in one or more of the following areas: • Spelling and written language • Reading • Motor skills • Short-term memory • Sequencing • Auditory or visual memory According to the British Dyslexia Association, 10 per cent of the population experience dyslexia to a greater or lesser extent. While children and adults with dyslexia share features in common, each individual’s profile is unique.

Dyslexia as an advantage

The same dyslexic features that create academic challenges bring exceptional talents, which should be recognised and nurtured.

Entrepreneurs are five times more likely to experience dyslexia and many architects, engineers, surgeons, sportspeople, actors, explorers and craftspeople have a dyslexic style.

There are clear advantages to early recognition of a dyslexic profile. This means that your child can start to learn and practise essential literacy skills using approaches that recognise their own individual strengths and style.

Recognition gives children an earlier opportunity to learn simple techniques for managing concentration and stress anxiety, allowing their confidence, learning and potential to develop.

Does my child need an assessment for dyslexia?

An assessment is useful but not essential in every case. It can help to identify the way in which your child processes information as well as their strengths and weaknesses in literacy learning. Tutoring can be more carefully tailored to your child’s individual needs and style.

How can I help?

As an experienced specialist dyslexia tutor and assessor I will create an individual and timebased plan for your child, for tutoring in a calm environment where distractions are minimised. All students who are keen to improve their skills will succeed!

For further advice, or a confidential chat regarding your child, please give me a ring.

Visit : www.shropshiredyslexiatutoring. com

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Students and staff are celebrating A level results at Shrewsbury Sixth Form College, with 47% A*-B grades and over 74% A*-C grades and an overall pass rate of 98.5%.

For the first time in the college’s history over 750 students were sitting Advanced level examinations this year including 2070 entries in 44 different A level subjects making the college the biggest A level centre in the county.

Commenting on the achievements in his final year at the college Principal Martin Ward, said ‘A level results are so important for students in terms of their progression to university or employment. The pass rate is an impressive 98.5% with significantly high proportions of higher grades with A*-B grades at 47% and A*-C grades at 74.2%. Results at A level show a pleasing improvement on last year. Achieving such an improvement, whilst providing a range of choice to a large number of students is a credit to the college.’

Underlying the headline rate there are many individual success stories. 5 students who were offered places at Oxford or Cambridge this year have achieved the grades required. 4 students who were offered places to study Medicine/Dentistry/Veterinary courses have been successful in achieving the required grades. Approximately 70% of the students will go straight to university in a wide range of courses.

For the third year the college has entered students for advanced BTEC courses. At Subsidiary Diploma level 91 entries were made in BTEC Applied Science, Business, ICT and Sport and there was a pass rate of 100% and a fantastic 76% of all entries were at Distinction level. These qualifications have a high academic content and also prepare students for the world of employment.

It’s not just results day that has added excitement to this summer as the merger with Shrewsbury College to create the Shrewsbury Colleges Group has now taken place. This merger allows the two colleges to focus wholly on what they do best: offer an exceptionally high performing Advanced Level centre for

academically motivated students at Shrewsbury Sixth Form College and a leading vocational centre of excellence at Shrewsbury College. It will also allow increased focus on the development of much needed Apprenticeships.

Chair of Governors, Alison Jackson comments. 'Rather than coexisting - and in some areas competing - we are now able to positively work together, ensuring we deliver a broader, stronger and more co-ordinated offering to our students, local employers and the community. '

The new Head of Shrewsbury Sixth Form College Paul Morgan adds 'the exciting and newly merged Shrewsbury Colleges Group will give students even greater flexibility with their programme and access to dedicated subject resources at different campus locations. We are proud to offer the largest and most flexible curriculum offer within Shropshire, comprising A Levels and vocational diplomas, with Apprenticeships and Higher Education qualifications as progression routes. Students still apply to each college and will 'belong' to each college community, as each college will retain their individual identities and characteristics.'

One Principal/CEO will be appointed to oversee the merged group and in the meantime the post has been taken by Lyn Surgeon, who is an experienced Principal and Chief Executive previously of the ‘outstanding’ Nelson and Colne College and South Downs College. Prior to this Lyn was Deputy Principal of Pendleton College, an ‘outstanding’ Sixth Form College which was part of the merger of the three colleges which formed Salford City College in 2009.

“I am delighted to be leading the newly formed Shrewsbury Colleges Group, where we will provide excellent opportunities for all our students, enabling them to fulfil their dreams and aspirations” remarks Lyn Surgeon.

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TCAT Edit_Double Page Editorial 22/08/2016 16:54 Page 1

You don’t need A Levels to go to university . . . and you don’t need to spend all your time at university to get a degree!

Budding footballers have the chance to shine at TCAT, which is launching a new partnership with Wolverhampton Wanderers FC

Are you seeking to improve your chances of getting a new job, or gaining that long-overdue promotion?

TCAT’s engineering school offers modern facilities and a choice of Higher Education options

Do you want to broaden your current range of qualifications so that you stand out from the crowd?

Or are you simply looking for a change of direction, and keen to try something fresh, and new?

If you want to move onto Higher Education, but are If the answer to any of those questions is ‘yes’, then you also concerned about rising university fees or the need to need to check out TCAT’s new part-time prospectus. take out a massive loan, Telford College of Arts and The college has listened to local people, and shaped its Technology has the solution.

You will find a wide range of Higher Education courses at TCAT, including Foundation Degrees in Early Years, Supporting Children in Primary Education, Health and Social Care, Computing, Sports Performance and Coaching, and Art, Design and Media.

On top of this, there are also HNC programmes in areas such as Business, Engineering, Computing and Systems Development, and Digital Media Production.

And remember, an HNC or HND college course can usually be converted into a full honours degree with a one-year top-up at a university.

TCAT’s Higher Education programmes have smaller class sizes and modern facilities, and are delivered by highly qualified tutors who are experts in their field.

There are no up-front bills to pay, and packages are offered to help with tuition fees. And by staying local, think of the amount of money you will save on accommodation and transport…

curriculum to meet their needs.

From business to beauty therapy, sports studies to social care, TCAT has dozens of part-time options which fit conveniently around your personal circumstances.

TCAT says: “We recognise that this choice can sometimes be rather intimidating – it’s a very big decision, after all, and there are so many options. But you can rest assured that our experienced team have all the information you will need to make a properly informed selection.

“We are proud of the variety, and quality of courses on offer; our aim is to deliver something of interest to everyone, and to exceed your expectations. And remember, we can also offer financial support towards your course fees, childcare bills and travel costs in certain circumstances.”

TCAT’s Learner Services team is always on hand to answer any questions, call 01952 642237, email studserv@tcat.ac.uk, or see www.tcat.ac.uk – and remember to follow TCAT on Facebook and Twitter for all the latest TCAT news.

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Leaves Are Falling...

Autumn Is Calling...

By Lily Bennett

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Autumn recipes...

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Classic

lasagne Warm & Hearty

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil • 250g beef mince • 1 onion, diced • 3 carrots, grated • 75g butter • 75g plain flour

Method

• 1 tsp English mustard • 750ml milk • 2 garlic cloves, crushed • 2 x 400g tin tomatoes • 250g lasagne sheets • salt and pepper

1. Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6 2. Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat.

Add the mince along with a pinch of salt and pepper. Brown the mince for 5-6 minutes until coloured all over and beginning to crisp, then remove from the pan and put to one side.

3. Cook the onion and carrot in the frying pan, gently for 10 minutes, or until everything is softened.

4. Melt the butter in a saucepan over a medium heat. Once melted, add the flour and mustard and mix well. Cook on a medium heat until the mixture forms a paste.

5. Add the milk in batches into the saucepan, whisking as you go to create a smooth white sauce. Once all the milk is added, pop in a pinch of salt and black pepper, turn the heat down and simmer gently for 6-7 minutes.

6. Once the onions and carrots are softened, add the garlic to the frying pan and cook for 2 minutes, then add the meat and any juices, to the pan and the tomatoes. Mix everything together, cover and simmer for 10 minutes until thickened slightly.

7. To make the lasagne, place a quarter of the tomato sauce into the bottom of a small/medium baking dish. Top with a layer of lasagne sheets. Spoon over another quarter of the tomato sauce and top with a third of the white sauce. Repeat twice more, finishing at the top with the last layer of white sauce.

8. Place into the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes or until bubbling and the top is golden-brown. Serve the lasagne in slices while hot.

Layered pumpkin and cranberry dessert with cream

Ingredients

• 1 can Pumpkin Puree or make your own from a fresh pumpkin • 1 tsp Pumpkin Pie Seasoning • 60g Light Cream Cheese • 60g Cranberry Relish • 1 Tbsp Chopped Pecans, divided • 45g0 Fresh Cranberries • Whipped Cream

Method

1. In a bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, seasoning and cream cheese.

2. Transfer the mixture into a piping bag or sandwich bag with corner snipped, if a piping bag is not available. In a shot glass or any small glass layer pumpkin mix, cranberry relish and whipped cream. Then top with whipped cream, chopped pecans and fresh cranberries.

Roasted Potato Wedges

Ingredients

• 4 or 5 large baking potatoes, sliced into wedges • 4 or 5 tablespoons olive oil • Salt and black pepper, 2-3 tablespoons of paprika • Handful of fresh chopped parsley

Method

1. Pre-heat the oven to 200 C / Gas 6. Drizzle some of the oil into a deep baking tray and place in oven to heat up.

2. Remove the tray from the oven and lay the wedges in the oil. Drizzle with the remaining oil. Season with salt & pepper and sprinkle with paprika and some of the parsley; carefully toss the wedges into the hot baking tray.

3. Bake in the preheated oven until the potato is cooked through and crisp, about 30 to 40 minutes. Allow to cool slightly, then toss with remaining parsley.

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Chart Topping Sensations

Fifth Harmony The 7/27 Tour Chart topping sensations, Fifth Harmony, will set Europe on fire again this year with the UK leg of THE 7/27 TOUR set to hit the Barclaycard Arena on 12 October 2016. The tour, will support their brand new album 7/27, featuring their latest hit single "Work from Home" out now on Syco Music/Epic Records.

Ally Brooke, Normani Kordei, Lauren Jauregui, Camila Cabello and Dinah Jane will bring their powerhouse vocal performances to fans throughout the UK this Autumn with tour dates lined up across the nation.

Following its rapid climb up the charts, “Work from Home” feat. Ty Dolla $ign, has been breaking records in the wake of the group’s sophomore album 7/27.

The track has earned Fifth Harmony their first top 10 hit on the Billboard Hot 100, and is the first song to reach the top 10 from a girl group since 2008; it also reached No. 1 on the Billboard Rhythmic Songs chart, marking the first girl group to top the chart in 15 years. Fifth Harmony’s record-breaking success on the charts adds to an already award-winning 2016, with the group’s first-time wins at the iHeartRadio Music Awards and People’s Choice Awards, their second win at this year’s Kids Choice Awards, and two wins at the Radio Disney Music Awards. Fifth Harmony boasts over 4 million followers on Instagram, 3 million on Twitter and 6.6 million fans on Facebook.

12 October 2016, Barclaycard Arena Tickets for the Barclaycard Arena dates are on general sale from Friday 1 July 2016 www.theticketfactory.com or by calling 0844 33 88 222 *Calls cost 7p per minute plus your phone company's access charge. Tickets priced at £45.80 / £40.18 / £31.18 (includes admin fees and 80p facility fee) + £2.55 fulfilment fee per order.

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Fashion to Fall For_Double Page Editorial 21/08/2016 18:00 Page 1

Autumn Fashion ...

Turn Loose The

We take a look at Fashion to Fall for this Autumn, with classic cuts, glam party wear and a sprinkling of glamour ...

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M&Co Black Jumper £20, White A-line Skirt £28

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M&Co Bag £39, Coat £59, Jumper £16, Skirt £24

RIVER ISLAND Autumn & Winter Collection

Primark UK Dress £13 Belt £3

M&S PER UNA JUMPER £45 T62 PER UNA SKIRT £49.50

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Oktoberfest Septmeber 17th to October 3rd 2016

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L & r Lage

Munich Munich is the capital of Bavaria, Germany. It is home to centuries-old buildings and countless museums. The city is famous for its annual Oktoberfest celebration and cavernous beer halls, including the famed Hofbräuhaus.

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In the Old Town, Marienplatz is a central square containing landmarks such as Gothic Neues Rathaus Town Hall, with a popular glockenspiel show. Munich is seriously underrated as a city-break destination, if the festival isn’t for you then delay your trip until a little later in the month when hotel prices and airfares plummet.

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1. Oktoberfest 2016

Lager, lederhosen, pretzels and frankfurters galore!

Last years event saw a million visitors in the first weekend alone, with more than 6 million people from around the world attending the event every year. This years Oktoberfest opens its gates from Septmeber 17th to October 3rd 2016. With the 3rd October being a national holiday, the Oktoberfest 2016 is seventeen, instead of the usual 16 days, long.

Munich, Bavaria Germany

2. Old Town - Marienplatz

Marienplatz is the heart of the city of Munich. In the Middle Ages, the square used to be a market place as well as the site where tournaments and festivities took place. The square is dominated by the New Town Hall (Neues Rathaus).

Siegestor Munich at night

3. Siegestor Gate

The gate was originally dedicated to the glory of the Bavarian army. Today, the Siegestor is a monument and reminder to peace. After sustaining heavy damage in World War II it was set to be demolished in 1945 however, the gate was reconstructed and restored partially. The new inscription on the back side by Wilhelm Hausenstein reads Dem Sieg geweiht, vom Krieg zerstört, zum Frieden mahnend, "Dedicated to victory, destroyed by war, urging peace".

4. Neuschwanstein Castle

The setting of Neuschwanstein could not be more idyllic. Neuschwanstein was opened to the public 7 weeks after the death of King Ludwig II in 1886. The shy king built the castle in order to withdraw from public life. Vast numbers of people now come to view his private refuge. Today Neuschwanstein is one of the most popular of all the palaces and castles in Europe.

Every year 1.4 million people visit "the castle of the fairy-tale king". In the summer around 6,000 visitors a day stream through rooms that were intended for a single inhabitant.

Neuschwanstein Castle Fussen Bavaria, Germany

5. Some Useful Tips...

Oktoberfest is always crowded, visit during the week if you want to avoid the busiest periods.

If you're visiting on a weekend, make table reservations, especially at popular restaurants.

When eating/drinking out It is customary to tip (10%) With the metro lines, trams, and buses, you probably don’t need to rent a car.

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Home Makeover Experts Launch Local Showroom!

With more than 200 showrooms across four continents and around 8,000 kitchen and bathroom installations carried out globally each month, Granite Transformations lays claim to being the world’s leading home transformations company. Its tough, slimline and lastingly beautiful kitchen worktops and bathroom surfaces will instantly transform outdated décor and come with an unrivalled lifetime material warranty.

So news that a Granite Transformations showroom is opening locally inside Dobbies Garden centre, Shrewsbury will be of interest to house-proud homeowners looking for high quality, low cost kitchen and bathroom makeovers. With dozens of different Italian granite, quartz and eco-friendly recycled glass worktop designs and colours to choose from, plus replacement cabinet doors and glass mosaic splashbacks, there’s a delightful new look for every home.

“We know that people around here appreciate quality, value and good design, so many will already be aware of the Granite Transformations name and reputation. But seeing is believing, so our new showroom allows householders to touch and feel our beautiful, hardwearing surfaces and view all the stylish colours we offer,” says showroom owner Richard.

“We promise to look after our customers well, advising them on interior design options, measuring up their existing units and fittings, fabricating their worktops and other surfaces in our workshop, then installing them with the minimum of fuss, usually in just a day or so. We aim to make your makeover a pleasant, stress-free experience with a delightful outcome.”

Affordability is one key to Granite Transformations’ market success, with a complete kitchen makeover, including worktops, replacement doors, drawer fronts, sink units and monobloc taps, typically costing less than half the price of new fitted units.

There’s less disruption too, since there’s no ripping out or demolition, no dust and debris, and just two factory-trained fitters will carry out all the work, even laying floor tiles and glass mosaic splashbacks if required.

“Apart from saving you money and stress, kitchen refacing retains your existing cabinet carcases and familiar layout, saving on landfill waste, rewiring and major plumbing work,” says Richard.

“Bathroom makeovers can usually be achieved without ripping out old ceramic tiles and we can fabricate new bath surrounds and vanity units. We can smarten up utility rooms too, running a wipe-clean countertop, over a dishwasher, washing machine and storage areas.”

The Bayston Hill showroom inside Dobbies offers one of the largest selections of made-to-measure replacement doors and drawer fronts, which can be expertly fitted alongside the worktops. There are 20 different styles and over 30 colours to create the best combination for your home, including woodgrains, ultragloss solid shades, matt finishes, metallics, fashionable neutral tones, even paintable vinyl for a custom look.

Naturally, there is a complementary choice of handles, knobs, drawer pulls and such fittings as soft-close hinges, together with accessories like pelmets, shelves, canopies and wine racks.

To add sparkle to kitchen splashbacks, walk-in showers and bathrooms, there’s also an exclusive Granite Transformations collection of genuine Italian glass tiles. The fourteen authentic mosaic colours have been chosen to work beautifully with the hard surfaces and door finishes and, as you might expect from Granite Transformations, the industry-first fixing system means most mosaic tiling installations take only half a day.

If you’re considering a kitchen or bathroom makeover, but thought you might not have the necessary budget, then the Granite Transformations showrooms in Shrewsbury are well worth checking out. You can talk to their makeover experts, review all the material and colour options, and have a free design consultation. You could visit their website at www.granitetransformations.co.uk and download the directions.

Enquiries to shrewsbury@granitetransformations.co.uk or call us on 01743 585 988.

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achievement, but we could not do it alone. Wellington Town Council, sponsors, advertisers and loyal audiences all contribute to the Festival’s continuing success and, on behalf of the committee, I would like to thank them for their invaluable support.

As the proud hosts of what is now one of the foremost free-access Festivals of its kind in the West Midlands, we encourage you to spread the word through either shouting it from the roof-tops or sharing it on facebook! So, please read on to find out what is taking place and do not delay in getting your tickets at www.wellingtonartsfest.co.uk Also, please keep in touch via the website, Facebook or face to face.

We look forward to seeing you at the Festival’s events and enjoying all that our fantastic town, Wellington, has to offer.

Cllr Cindy Mason-Morris Chair of the Wellington Festival Committee

Celebrating Wellington Festival!

We are delighted to launch the 2016 Wellington Festival – a spectacular three week celebration of arts and culture. The Festival takes place in the vibrant market town of Wellington and aims to showcase artists of local, national and international renown. After the great success of last year’s Festival, we have been working throughout the winter to put together an amazing programme of events and activities, for the whole family.

In celebration of its 20th Anniversary, the Festival promises a fantastic line up of comedy, photography, dance, culture and all aspects of literature including travel writing workshops, poetry and performance writing. We hope that you are inspired to have a go at some of the workshops on offer: try something new, visit more places on your doorstep, bring family and friends and encourage tourists and visitors to discover all that Wellington has to offer.

Opening the Festival will be the Olympian (and national treasure) – Eddie “the eagle” Edwards - who will be talking about his escapades as he became the

first competitor to represent Great Britain in Olympic ski jumping in 1988. This year, his story was told in the biographical film Eddie the Eagle, starring Hugh Jackman, which showed his perseverance and achievements all without funding.

The following day will see a Comedy Club night with the award winning, and nationally acclaimed, comedian Hannah Sylvester, Josh Pugh, English Comedian of the year 2016 and four further acts who have been delighting audiences across the country with their observational insight and cutting satire; this will be an evening to savour. Another major highlight of this year’s programme is our guest Tom Watt who was the Ghost Writer for David Beckham’s biography. He is also an actor, broadcaster and film maker and he returns to the Festival following a successful appearance in 2015.

These are just a few of the unique experiences that the Wellington Festival has to offer and all are FREE of charge. To bring a varied, high quality and entertaining mix of performers to our town every year is a notable

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The annual Wellington Festival is a spectacular 3-week family friendly celebration of arts and culture taking place in the vibrant market town of Wellington, throughout October, and showcasing artists of national and international renown. We hope that you are inspired to have to a go at some of the workshops on offer, to try something new, to visit more places on your doorstep, to bring family and friends and to encourage tourists and visitors to discover all that Wellington has to offer.

Tickets will be available from the 1st July 2016 via our website:

www.wellingtonartsfest.co.uk by emailing: caroline.mulvihill@telford.gov.uk

or write or pop into Wellington Town Council’s Civic Offices on Larkin Way, Tan Bank, Wellington, TF1 1LX

OPENING THE FESTIVAL WILL BE THE OLYMPIAN (and National Treasure)

Eddie “The Eagle” Edwards

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If you are planning your big day, then you will know there are lots of things to arrange, choices to be made and of course a dress to buy!

There are countless options available in the Shropshire area, and obviously the first thing to decide on is the type of wedding you want, church, registry office or even a civil ceremony. If you have a specific church in mind, then you should speak to the vicar sooner rather than later, as dates can get booked up well in advance. Most venues are now able to offer civil ceremonies, so this could also be an option.

Once you have chosen your venue and set the date, you can start to arrange everything else, like photographers, catering, suit hire and of course a cake! There are some fun ideas too, like a photo booth for your guests to take some pictures of themselves enjoying the day - and once the party really gets going these can be quite hilarious!

Choosing a dress is probably the biggest decision for any bride, so don’t rush into anything. Take a look around and try on as many as possible, you will know the minute you find ‘the one’ just as you did when you met the handsome fella that is going to become your husband!

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Hev Mobilehair offer a complete Mobile Hairdressing service, from consultation through to the finishing touches. Wedding packages are available, which can include Brides, Bridemaids and Flower Girls. Whatever your requirements, from Hair up-do’s to braiding, Hev Mobilehair are currently taking bookings for 2016!

Heather has over 24 years experience in Hairdressing and holds a level 2 & 3 NVQ with Assessors award, which means your hair is in good hands. Appointments are filling up fast, so for more information or to book a consultation, call Heather on : 07580 025362 Follow Hevmobilehair on Facebook for information on Wedding Fayres that I will be exhibiting at during 2016/2017!

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EXCLUSIVE WEDDINGS AT MILLERS OF NETLEY In the business of making dreams come true...

In her family home of Netley Old Hall Farm, Kelly Homden had a storybook wedding – a beautifully decorated marquee in a breathtaking countryside location.

Now it’s your turn. Every year, Kelly and her family open up their grounds as the ideal wedding venue. Hire our marquee and say goodbye to stress as we take care of all the arrangements on your behalf.

Your wedding is your chance to make all your dreams come true, and nowhere are you more likely to do that than with Millers of Netleys wedding marquee hire.

It’s the perfect wedding reception venue and is a fantastic option for an outdoor wedding, providing flexibility in sunny weather and protection from summery showers. The luxury state-of-the-art marquee can comfortably host 250 guests for wedding receptions. The layout and decoration is completely up to you, and you’ll be making those choices in the comfort of the family lounge. You can tailor the versatile, elegant marquee to match your wedding dreams. Choose from hundreds of wedding decoration combinations. from rustic or covered chairs, candles and candelabras, to all manner of floral decorations.

Whether you want something traditional or prefer a more exotic, unusual look, Kelly will make sure that your marquee is decorated exactly to your taste.

You won’t have a thing to worry about, at Millers of Netley they do everything to make your wedding a fairy tale to treasure forever.

Just 8 miles from Shrewsbury and a stone’s throw from the nearby village of Dorrington, they can recommend local photographers, caterers, accommodation and more. For the wedding ceremony itself, Dorrington has a beautiful village church. It’s perfect for wedding photos. On a summer’s day, there’s nothing nicer than a horse and carriage journey from the church to Netley Old Hall Farm.

Celebrate your union with a beautiful banquet from recommended wedding catering partners. The food is an utter delight, and they will go out of their way to make sure that everything is just how you want it.

Set apart from the house and marquee stands a rustic lake house. Romantically lit, the cabin has an unparalleled view of the tranquil lake and the rolling Shropshire hills beyond. Everything you need will be provided for you, so that you and your spouse can enjoy a private, perfect wedding night.

Get in touch with Millers of Netley today to book a tour or ask about our cost packages by telephoning 01743 719908 or email info@millersofnetley.co.uk Visit: www.millersofnetley.co.uk

Save the date We’ll make it a day to remember

NETLEY OLD HALL FARM, DORRINGTON, SHREWSBURY, SHROPSHIRE SY5 7JY

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The Perfect Venue, Unique Setting and Stunning Decor for an Unforgettable Wedding...

For your fairytale wedding, family party or corporate event, our elegant marquee is the perfect backdrop, nestled in the idyllic Millers of Netley countryside of the Shropshire Hills.

NETLEY OLD HALL FARM, Nothing is too much trouble for our DORRINGTON, dedicated staff. All you have to do is SHREWSBURY, SY5 7JY relax and enjoy the time of your life.

www.millersofnetley.co.uk Telephone: 01743 719908 or 07730 871083

To discuss your requirements or to arrange a visit please telephone we shall be happy to help.

Telephone: 01743 719908 or 07730 871083

Want the glammest wedding ever?

Glam Finish provide venue dressing services across Shropshire for your big day. We offer a full style and design service so you can realise your wildest wedding dreams. We are here to help you, so no theme, style or decora on request is too much for us. From beach themed to art deco, we can do them all and create the most amazing and personal wedding, that you and your guests will just love.

Make an appointment to come and meet with Tamsin and see our lovely showroom, filled with gorgeous hire items and inspira on for your big day. Tamsin loves crea ng bespoke events and weddings, has her finger on the pulse of decor trends and a real passion for our customers and their weddings.

WWW.GLAMFINISH.CO.UK

customerservice@glamfinish.co.uk 8 The Monklands, 158 Abbey Forgate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY2 6AP

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Double Vision cater for all occasions, from weddings, anniversaries and village fetes to business par es and corporate events.

Let us bring your wedding ceremony & recep on ideas to life.

Weddings

At Near Ga en Weddings, the sta take your wedding prepara ons o your shoulders but never out of your hands, unless that is you would like the blank canvas to plan your wedding the way you would like it, either way the possibili es at Near Ga en are endless.

Telephone: 07828 785219 | Email: nearga enweddings@gmail.com | www.nearga enweddings.co.uk

Near Ga en Farm, Ratlinghope, Shrewsbury, SY5 0SN facebook: www.facebook.com/nearga enweddings

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DOLLY BLUE

Bridal Studios Beautiful Contemporary gowns & Accessories by leading designers for today’s modern Bride

WEDDING DANCE AT THE STUDIO

The Studio, Castle Business Park, Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury SY1 2EG carla@thestudioshrewsbury.com 07812 989245 You’ve chosen the perfect song… now you need the perfect dance! Whether you are nervous about pu&ng a foot wrong or flamboyant and need a performance to match… Let Carla choreograph the perfect wedding first dance for you!

Don’t worry if you’ve never danced before (most of our clients haven’t!) we will guide you through every step un%l you are fully confident.

We also offer bespoke dance packages for Father and Daughter, Mother and Son, Bridesmaids and Groomsmen.

Hen Part Dance ‐ have fun with your hens learning an easy to follow dance rou%ne ‐ Strictly, Burlesque, Thriller, 80's, Musical Theatre plus many more, enjoy a glass a fizz and have loads of fun!

Because it s not just about buying a Dress!

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ASSET FIRST AID TRAINING PARENT AND CHILD COURSES

Parent or carer of a child? **£5 Voucher**

Quote code AssetE8 when you book your place on one of our parent courses before 31st October 2016 and receive £5 off the course price.

Course price £20 with voucher!

(Usual course price £25)

Feel confident in an emergency situation with our Parent First Aid short courses

Current Courses To find out when our next courses are running please call 01743 242655 Various dates available throughout 2016

T&C’s apply

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Storm Hairdressing NEW_Double Page Editorial 20/07/2016 14:22 Page 1

Storm

HAIRDRESSING Welcome to the world of Storm Hair & Beauty

In the heart of Frankwell, Shrewsbury, indulge in the very best in hair, the latest cutting, colouring and drying techniques, beauty, holistic therapies and a range of more advanced aesthetic services in elegant and luxurious surroundings. Our expertly trained team of stylists, therapists and aestheticians are waiting to greet you, who will ensure you receive what it is you need; whether that is a quick blow dry 'pick me up', colour advice, bridal planning, soothing & balancing holistic therapies, routine beauty treatments or radical restyles and complete makeovers to whole days of pampering!

SERVICES INCLUDE: • All hairdressing services & styling for women, men and children • Up-dos and formal hair and bridal • Specialist hair colour work (including colour corrective work) • Hair nourishing and treatment programmes • Massages and holistic therapies • Facials & Beauty work • Manicures • Pedicures • Spray Tanning • Cosmetic Tattooing • Fillers, injectables and advanced skincare

Phone: 01743 588720 Call to Book an appointment:

Email: stormsalonshrewsbury@gmail.com

www.stormshrewsbury.co.uk OPENING HOURS Tue-Wed: 9am-5pm | Thur-Fri: 9am-7pm | Sat: 9am-4pm | Sun:-Mon: Closed

10 New Street, Frankwell, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY3 8JY Find us on Facebook Stormhairshrewsbury

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Tips to stay healthy in autumn...

The transition from summer to fall can be a challenge. To help ease the change, we have put together some Autumn Health Tips to get you ready for the colder months and keep your mental and physical health in check.

• Start taking a Vitamin D supplement. We get most of our Vitamin D from the sun, so our intake decreases since we spend most of our time inside during the fall/winter seasons. If you find you are not getting outside much, a Vitamin D supplement can boost your mood and immune system!

• Get your flu shot and yearly check-up. Self explanatory!

No one likes sniffling, aching, sneezing and coughing getting in the way of life.

• Boost your immune system. You can do this by drinking plenty of water, washing your hands often to prevent spreading illness, and eating plenty of nutritious foods.

• Get yourself ready for Daylight Savings Time. Go to bed earlier when you can, especially the week before the clocks change. Longer periods of darkness = longer periods of sleep!

• Moisturize your skin. Harsh temperatures can make your skin dry which leads to more wrinkles, irritated skin and aggravated acne. Not a good look!

• Buy in-season food. Beets, broccoli, cabbage, eggplant, kale, pumpkin, broths, roasted squash, roots and dark leafy greens are all great choices.

Sharon Beddow DipCFHP, MPSPract, BABTAC Member

Health & Beauty Treatments

• Wear layers and protect your body from the dropping temperature. Make sure you have your gloves, a scarf, a winter coat, warm socks, and boots!

• Do some “spring cleaning” in the fall. Clean out your closet, organize that back room, and rid yourself of things you don’t need. It’s the perfect time to get everything sorted.

• Prepare your home for possible extreme weather conditions. Autumn is the perfect time to ensure everything is in order for the harsh winter weather. Check car tires, boilers and everything else essential for the cold months ahead.

• Be kind to yourself. The holidays can cause weight gain, the shorter days can cause low mood, and the flu season can cause sickness. Listen to your body and give it what it needs. Try reframing negative thoughts into positive ones so you can really enjoy yourself this autumn.

Waxing | Manicure | Pedicure Massage | Cellulite Treatment Facial Treatments Plus More...

For more informa on on these or to find out about the other treatments that are available both Mobile and in our treatment room...

Call Sharon on:

07917 015525

Find us on Facebook - foothealthandbeauty.broseley

Zest Ladies Health Advert_Double Page Editorial 16/08/2016 18:52 Page 1

Free weeks always available!

Come along and see why Zest Ladies Health and Fitness is ‘more than just a gym’ Once you walk through the door you will feel the difference – we pride ourselves on our relaxed atmosphere and our dedication to your goals.

Personal training in small groups on the hour throughout the day – we have 100’s of workouts in our repertoire and they can be tailored to your abilities and preferences. We offer Pilates, interval training, circuit training, boxing, metafitness, stretching, strength and endurance training to name a few.

Get the results you want and the motivation to keep going.

Your trainers and gym buddies know what you are feeling and will help to push you through. All ages and abilities welcomed. Zest is an Exercise on Referral gym –your doctor can refer you if you are not sure you are ready for exercise after an injury/ill health/operation.

We have a therapy room which is for hire by the hour/day/week/month - therapists can advertise their services in our fitness club! Call Pauline on 01691 671471 or 07855 367771.

ZEST Ladies Health and Fitness Club

Cambrian Buildings, Coney Green, Oswestry, Shropshire SY11 2LJ Tel: 01691 671471 or 07855 367771 and speak to Pauline.

www.zestladieshealth.com

More Than Just A Gym!

Therapists Already Using Zest Therapy Room

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Jane Armstrong

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Chiropody & Podiatry Footcare Clinic Takes place on alternate Thursdays from 4pm. Book at Zest on 01691 671471 or call Jane direct on 07730 774362

Holistic Organic Facials A unique style of intensive massage to tone and energise the facial muscles, Reiki also available. Book through Zest on 01691 671471

Hypnotherapy and Wholelife Coaching To regain control of your life, feel better, more energised or achieve a personal goal, call for more info or for bookings: 07875 547726

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THE BOWEN TECHNIQUE...

How does The Bowen Technique work?

The Bowen Technique is a safe and powerful therapy that may help with many injuries, conditions and the reduction of pain – it is suitable for almost anyone.

The technique is gentle and stimulates the body’s own natural healing process, it can be used on babies, the elderly and very sick as well as on sports people and the ‘man in the street’.

Deceptively light, the Bowen Technique is non-invasive and nonmanipulative – often it feels like very little has happened – yet in fact it may address the whole body, working on many levels including the physical, chemical, emotional, and psychological wellbeing of each client.

From muscular pains and strains, to digestive imbalances. From migraine and headaches to respiratory problems, the Bowen Technique may be successful at restoring your body to the balance and harmony of its original ‘blueprint’. Often it may only take two or three sessions to get you there.

To book a Bowen Technique treatment with Jean Foster (BTAA CNHC) or to find out more information about how the Bowen Technique may help you, please get in touch: M: 07734 961044 | T: 01743 245686 E: jean.foster@bowen-technique.co.uk

DO YOU SUFFER FROM...

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Based in Shrewsbury... so get in touch The Bowen Technique Jean Foster BTAA CNHC 01743 245686 | 07734 961044

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Hair Quarterz

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Unisex Hair & Beauty Salon

ALL HAIRDRESSING SERVICES COVERED HAIR EXTENSIONS CHEMICAL STRAIGHTENING BRIDAL HAIR | HAIR UP MAKE UP | LASHES | BROW WAXING BOTOX CLINICS plus much, much more...

RECIEVE 10% OFF WITH THIS ADVERT!

WE HAVE LOTS OF MONTHLY OFFERS AVAILABLE IN SALON !

Hair Quarterz is a modern and creative Salon with an urban edge. We are passionate about Hair & Beauty, offering a high quality service at an affordable price.

Freshen up your look for the Autumn Season with a new colour, cut or even some fabulous extensions for that extra touch of glamour.

Call in to see us or give us a call to discuss your requirements.

8 Willow Street | Oswestry | SY11 1AA

Telephone: 01691 652217

Sterling Clinics FP Edit_Double Page Editorial 15/06/2016 13:36 Page 1

Let Alevere Therapy unlock the new you:

Alevere Nutritional Therapy Alevere Nutritional Therapy consists of high protein meals uniquely formulated to produce rapid weight loss.

Welcome to Sterling Clinics, the home of Alevere in Shropshire and North Wales, which is a non-invasive medically supervised programme that has helped thousands of people to achieve their weight loss goals.

We offer a revolutionary medically led weight loss programme designed to safely enable you to unlock the key to a new you. Our aim is to offer a caring supportive environment on your journey. We take pride in providing you with the best possible service and support from our doctor led team.

Alevere Therapy is a fast, safe way to lose a lot of weight and get a better body shape.

Whether you have 2 stone or 12 stone to lose, we can help you reach your goal via the Alevere Therapy using the latest technology to correct any amount of excessive weight, reshape the body and tighten the skin without the need for surgery.

Alevere Ultrasound Therapy Alevere Ultrasound Therapy treatments are given weekly which break down fat stores under the skin, using the latest medically certified technology.

Alevere Skin & Corrective Tissue Therapy Alevere Skin & Connective Tissue Therapy is carried out weekly using specialised equipment designed to firm and tighten the skin. Contouring is an important element of this therapy which is often ignored as a consequence of losing weight because once it has been stretched by weight gain, skin does not automatically shrink back and exercise cannot address this because there are no muscles in the skin.

Stabilisation & Maintenance Arguably the most important phase of Alevere Therapy is the ongoing stabilisation and maintenance so you are equipped to stay at and enjoy your new weight and shape.

STERLING CLINICS GROUP LTD

Sterling House, Sitka Drive, Shrewsbury Business Park, Shrewsbury, SY2 6LG

01743 361430 info@sterlingclinics.co.uk www.sterlingclinics.co.uk

To see the amazing results of Alevere Therapy, please see our SUCCESS STORIES via our website...

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The Orthopaedic Institute are proud to be supporting Rheumatology Research for patient benefit in the largest Orthopaedic Hospital and Centre of Excellence in the UK. This is only possible due to the kind donations received from our patients, the general public and grant giving charities.

Our research team report “Rheumatology Research at Robert Jones & Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital Foundation Trust, Oswestry, Shropshire aims to benefit patient experiences for a full spectrum of rheumatic diseases. Previous, current and future research addresses Rheumatoid Arthritis (joints), Psoriatic Arthritis (joints and skin), Ankylosing Spondylitis (spine), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (whole body), Osteogenesis Imperfecta (bones) and Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (joints), however all these conditions have serious effects on quality of life. The hospital supports both clinical and investigative science and works closely with surgeons and patients to ensure our science aims to directly benefit our patients.

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is the most common inflammatory joint disorder in the UK. The condition is chronic and degenerative causing pain and swelling, stiffness and fatigue that progressively worsen over time and life expectancy with RA may be reduced by up to 18 years. There is currently no cure for RA and existing treatments only reduce the pain and suffering experienced. It is therefore vital to develop new, effective therapies for sufferers of hard-to-treat RA.

Researchers are currently looking at several interesting cutting edge avenues for developing new treatments. These treatments range from biological use of proteins and secreted factors produced by stem cells to benefit RA sufferers; development of an ‘Oswestry Diet’ to reduce the symptoms of psoriatic arthritis; identification of the underlying genetics in systemic lupus erythematosus to tailor treatments to fit individual patients; targeted treatments based on white cell counts in joints to combat arthritis; and our own dedicated Paediatric Rheumatology Service investigating juvenile idiopathic arthritis.

The kind donations of our patrons enable us to continue with our work and progress closer to developing an effective treatment to benefit our patient’s quality of life.”

All proceeds from the evening of Jazz, Dance and Laughter will go to the Orthopaedic Institute Rheumatology Research Fund For further information or to make a donation please contact;

Debra Alexander Orthopaedic Institute Arthritis Research Centre RJAH Orthopaedic Hospital Oswestry Shropshire, SY10 7AG

Tel: 01691 404561 Email: enquiries@orthopaedic-institute.org

Mystique Advert New_Full Page Bleed New 22/08/2016 13:09 Page 1

Mystique Exquisite Lingerie And Designer Beachwear Mystique is committed to making every woman look and feel fabulous.

Based in historic Shrewsbury but also servicing the whole of Shropshire and beyond, Mystique specialises in beautiful lingerie, comfortable feminine bras and underwear as well as sensual sleepwear and swimwear.

This season we are welcoming Chantelle to out list of top brands including Primadonna, Marie Jo, Lise Charmel, Aubade, Gottex, Marjolaine to name a few. Our staff are available to help with all bra fitting advice.

Whether you’re an athletic sportswoman or just looking for a comfortable but pretty bra for a special occasion, Mystique will ensure your new bra is a perfect fit, every time.

We also understand that after a mastectomy, women have special corsetry needs.

Mystique can help you through this sensitive and emotional time by providing professional advice and a personalised fitting.

SWIMWEAR SALE NOW ON!!!

Appointments are not necessary but if you would like to make an appointment out of normal hours, please contact us for availability.

13 BUTCHER ROW, SHREWSBURY, SY1 1UW Telephone: 01743 354903 | Email: info@mystique.co.uk

www.mystique.co.uk

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Jane Millington Advanced Electrologist Practitioner in Vein and Skin Tag removal M.S.B.T.H. I.F.H.B. I.H.B.C. 26 Years

We Specialise in Non Surgical Treatments for both Body & Face. With some of the most advanced technology in the UK, we are positive we can help you!

We offer FREE consultation so that we can fully assess your needs and provide a personalised, individual package to suit your requirements.

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MyLipo has taken the world by storm, providing the latest in non-surgical liposuction. This revolutionary system uses scientifically proven 635nm red light therapy, which allows us to offer inch loss, toning and cellulite reduction.

How It Works - When the body needs fuel, the brain sends signals to the adipose cells to break down stored fat to release energy, a process called lipolysis. The heat and light emitted from My-Lipo simulates this release of energy. Exercise compliments the process of burning the energy resulting in immediate slimming and toning in the areas you WANT. Just take a look at the results for yourself...

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Shropshire Fostering Advert_Full Page Bleed New 09/08/2016 14:39 Page 1

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Eleanor Evans A Time For Balance

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Clinical Reflexology May Help With Sleep Problems, Stress Reduc'on, Relaxa'on and Much More...

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The Studio - the ul$mate venue in Shrewsbury for Fitness and Dance classes

The Studio provides fun and energe$c fitness and dance classes to all ages, abili$es, shapes and sizes in a relaxed, happy and non-judgmental environment.

Classes:Zumba | Strong by Zumba (new) | Block Fit Vi-Body (new) | Yoga | Fitsteps | Piloxing Total Body Blast | Olit Adult and Children's Dance Classes Hen Party Dance | Plus many more...

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HAIR FORUM

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Are you looking for top-notch hair and beauty services in Shrewsbury? Look no further as the hair experts from Hair Forum can offer you excellent services that will transform your look.

Whether you are looking to have gorgeously styled hair for a party or you simply want to have a well groomed look at all times, you can rely on the experts from Hair Forum to offer you reliable services at affordable prices.

Our unisex hair salon offers a comprehensive range of hair and beauty services for both men and women. From spa treatments to relaxing massages, our fully qualified and trained experts can work their magic.

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OUR SERVICES Choose from a variety of services that we offer: • Gents hair • Ladies hair • Gents sugaring • Ladies sugaring • Beauty boutique • Facials and massage

Hair Forum, 53 Longden Coleham, Shrewsbury, SY3 7DH.

Tel: 01743 244 005 Email: hairforum@hotmail.co.uk

Dunelm Home Edit_Double Page Editorial 29/06/2016 11:02 Page 1

Autumn HomeS

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Dunelm Home Edit_Double Page Editorial 29/06/2016 11:02 Page 2

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Clockwise from top left: Retro 746 Telephone (Copper, Chrome, Brass) £49.95 | Retro Ceiling Light in Chrome, from £159 | Scarflower Set of 2 Side Tables in Metal Finish, £245 | Multi Shine Ceiling Light in Copper, £195 | Coco Ceiling Light (Black, Ivory, Copper) £105 | Cupid Side Table in Copper Finish, from £159 | Warung Side Table in Copper, £125 | Cooper Round Pendant Light in Sparkling Copper Finish, from £115 | Zuiver Room Setting (All available from Cuckooland.com!

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Rosies Emporium FP_Double Page Editorial 22/08/2016 13:03 Page 1

genuine antiques, quirky gifts and unusual objects 'Rosie's Emporium' is a vibrant antiques shop at the heart of the Frankwell roundabout community in Shrewsbury. Owners Bill and Rosie opened four years ago and the shop has gradually developed into a veritable box of delights. If you like browsing, exploring and even a little bit of gentle haggling, then this is the shop for you! The door is open seven days a week and the atmosphere is welcoming.

Shop stock is diverse- every item is hand picked with an emphasis on quality, authenticity and beauty. There are always great household items, pieces of furniture, hand knotted rugs and textiles; there are also always quirky and unique items, works of art, fine jewellery, paintings or rare collectibles. Prices range from £1- £1000.

Much shop trade is international with treasures being sent all over the world.

However, shopping locally is much more fun and many precious things are on offer in the shop first at far keener prices.

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um www.rosiesempori

Bill is also a maker of bespoke lighting. In keeping with a lifetime of experience as an international performer, each is a fantastic and entertaining creation. Every light is made from sculptural antique or vintage pieces that need re-invention: a battered euphonium, a defunct Victorian telescope, even a treddle-powered dentist's drill. In Bill's hands each becomes a fabulously stylish upcycled light. Commissions are welcome.

Bill's lights are well worth a look!

You can contact 'Rosie's Emporium' by phoning 07791232895, follow us on social media at www.facebook.com/rosiesemporium or email us at rosiesemporiumshrewsbury@gmail.com. The shop is open from 10 am- 5 pm Monday- Saturday or from 11 am- 5 pm on Sunday.

Rosie’s Emporium, 91 Frankwell, Shrewsbury, SY3 8JR

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Steel Design Fabrications Ltd

Steel Design Fabrications have a vast experience in the design, manufacture, supply and fitting of an extensive range of gates and railing types.

Steel Design Fabrications Ltd is a family run business, where our team of conscientious and experienced craftsmen will design, fabricate and install unique ironwork. We can use components from a range of rail heads, finials and decorative cast iron panels.

All items produced by Steel Design Fabrications Ltd are manufactured to the highest possible standard using the very best quality materials available in todays market place, the latest techniques and equipment for the cold forming of metal and the combined expertise of 17 years of our workshop staff.

WE OFFER A COMPREHENSIVE RANGE OF: | Gates, Railings, Balustrades, Balconies & Handrails | Design Service | Domestic & Commercial Service | Structural Steel Beams

There are 100’s of designs to choose from. The website shows just a small selection of the more popular designs. Other areas we specialise in are security grilles & dog enclosures.

If you require any further information please contact us on 01939 210246

Steel Design Fabrications Ltd Painsbrook Lane, Hadnall, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 4BA TEL: 01939 210246 - MOB: 07793 633853 www.steeldesignfabrications.co.uk

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Buying local

A TRUE FAMILY RUN COMPANY

With over 21 years’ experience in the trade and 100% customer satisfaction, why go anywhere else?

Conservatories Windows Doors Softits & guttering

Tel: 01746 762855 or 01743 365995

Visit our showroom: Unit 10 Livestock & Auction Centre, Wenlock Road, Bridgnorth, WV16 4QR or 5 St Johns Hill, Shrewsbury, SY1 1JD

www.bridgnorthwindows.co.uk

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Shropshire’s Leading Independant Timber Merchants!

For All Your Timber Needs...

G.S & P.A REEVES TIMBER MERCHANTS LIMITED

G.S & P.A Reeves Limited are a family operated business – the largest independent timber merchant in Shropshire. Based in Wem just north of Shrewsbury, bordering Staffordshire and Mid Wales and of course only half an hour from the West Midlands.

We are committed to offering high quality individual solutions to our clients.

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Agricultural and Architectural Purlins Telegraph Poles and Joists Railway Sleepers – new and used Farm Gates and Fencing Timber Decking and Landscape Materials Motorway Crash Barriers Eco Wood Pellets Equestrian Supplies Firewood Logs Oak Untreated Sleepers and Oak Beams

Visit our website: www.gsreeves.co.uk

For all your timber requirements call G.S & P.A Reeves Timber Merchants Tel: 01939 232440 or 233812 or email us:

enquiries@reevesofwem.co.uk

G.S & P.A Reeves Timber Merchants, New House Farm, The Lowe, Wem, Shropshire, SY4 5UN

REEVES TIMBER MERCHANTS SUPPLY AGRICULTURAL & ARCHITECTURAL TIMBERS ACROSS THE COUNTRY.

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Sunflow Invincible Electric Heating

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Sunflow are proud engineers and manufacturers of Low Energy Electric heaters, using the latest kiln clay core technology. Sunflow are unique in their field, being the only home grown British manufacturer.

From humble beginnings in Royal Wootton Bassett, Sunflow have expanded to become national installers of electric heating and now have opened a sales office in the North to serve a strong and growing demand.

It is a little known fact that the days of Gas Central Heating are numbered; in fact there will be no new mains gas installations beyond 2020 and that is now little more than three years away.

The people at Sunflow are committed to providing electric heating systems that are energy efficient, clean, safe and reliable. Much of their work is removing and replacing old inefficient and difficult to control night storage heaters, but oil and LPG heating systems will also become obsolete, as we strive towards clean and environmentally friendly heating systems.

The electric heaters are specifically designed and engineered to maximise thermal comfort in British homes, proving to be the most efficient electric heaters for the UK climate. Two thirds of the cost of household energy bills is spent on heating, it is now more important than ever therefore to replace old technology and dirty inefficient systems.

Sunflow heaters don’t require servicing or maintenance and are built to last. They come with a genuine UK Manufacturer backed guarantee and are manufactured to have a life expectancy in excess of 30 years, making them a great investment which will perform well for years to come.

To request an Information Pack or to book a FREE no obligation survey call 01244 555040 or visit www.sunflownorth.co.uk

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Staffordshire Railway Building Society FP_Double Page Editorial 16/08/2016 20:32 Page 1

Take the first step towards owning your first home...

Helping Local First Time Buyers with £250* Cashback on New Discounted Low Deposit Mortgage Stafford Railway Building Society is looking to help local first time buyers take their first steps onto the property ladder by launching a product specifically aimed at first time buyers with a low-deposit.

The First Time Buyer – Low Deposit Mortgage allows first time buyers to borrow up to 90 per cent loan-to-value (LTV), for 3 years from completion at 2.6 per cent - a discount of 0.60 per cent from the Society’s current standard variable rate. The mortgage comes with no product fee.

So, you finally have the keys to your first home and now you have to fill it. The Society aims to give all local first time buyers £250* cashback on completion to spend on whatever they want, so whether you need a deposit towards a new fridge-freezer, or you want to spend it on curtains – the choice is yours.

To discuss this mortgage product and others please contact Stafford Railway Building Society on 01785 223212 or find out more information at www.srbs.co.uk/mortgages

YOUR MORTGAGE IS SECURED ON YOUR HOME, WHICH MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP THE MORTGAGE REPAYMENTS. THINK CAREFULLY BEFORE SECURING OTHER DEBTS AGAINST YOUR HOME.

*Note: £250 Cashback on completion available within postcode areas ST, DY, WS, WV & TF All rates are correct as of 16 August 2016

Struggling to raise a deposit?

Talk to us about our low deposit mortgage options for first time buyers and home movers...

YOUR MORTGAGE IS SECURED ON YOUR HOME, WHICH MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP THE MORTGAGE REPAYMENTS. THINK CAREFULLY BEFORE SECURING OTHER DEBTS AGAINST YOUR HOME.

01785 223212

srbs.co.uk/mortgages

The Stafford Railway Building Society is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority (Registered no 206063).

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Top Up Service During autumn and winter demand can be high but our Top Up Customers have scheduled, priority deliveries ensuring they don’t run out and are never left in the cold.

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